A very warm welcome to Ladies Day at the Sky Bet Ebor Festival. Appropriately, with what looks to be fascinating renewals of the Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks, the Sky Bet Lowther, the EBF and Sir Henry Cecil Galtres Stakes and our second European Breeders’ Fund backed fillies handicap as the last, all featuring fillies or mares, there are four races offering a record reward of near £1m in prize money, exclusively for connections of female horses. The above four races combined with the valuable Goffs UK Harry Beeby Premier Yearling Stakes and the ultra-competitive £150,000 Clipper Stakes, offer fabulous action on the track that looks top quality. This made possible by both your attendance and the backing of our partners and sponsors – thank you all for that support.
The feature Group 1 Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks has attracted the Juddmonte Irish Oaks winner and close second, You Got To Me and Content, who renew rivalry as three-year-olds. They are taking on older thoroughbreds with proven Group One form, such Emily Upjohn. The locals will be cheering if Lava Stream, from David O’Meara’s Malton yard, can defy her odds.
As if that wasn’t enough, we have the Sky Bet Lowther, the richest Group 2 for juvenile fillies. The unbeaten Leovanni will hope to follow up a Royal Ascot victory for trainer, Karl Burke. Spigot Lodge lead the line for Yorkshire, with three runners including Unspoken Love in the colours of race sponsor, Steve Parkin.
We are delighted to be staging the ultra-valuable Harrys Half Million by Goffs Premier Yearling Stakes. The race has, in the past, showcased the talent of Wootton Bassett, the star colt that gave Malton trainer Richard Fahey his first Group One victory and is now a successful Coolmore stallion. This year the winning trainer will also receive free use of the Theault horse box, as seen in the Owners & Trainer’s Car Park.
As today sees the running of the EBF and Sir Henry Cecil Galtres Stakes, we are proud of the set of wrought iron gates that serve as a permanent way of remembering him. They stand at the northern end of the course, near the statue of his most famous charge, Frankel who delivered that spellbinding win, now over a decade ago
If you have a fancy for the Sky Bet Ebor then you’ll want to be at the Winner’s Enclosure for 11.30 today, as the live stalls draw is conducted. Significantly, it will also link the 22 good causes in the Sky Bet Ebor Community Sweepstake to their contender, see p30-31 for more details of this £46,000 charitable initiative.
The “World Pool Moment of the Day”, is an initiative that sees an expert panel select a highlight on each of the three weekdays The member of racing staff from the yard who looks after the horse awarded “World Pool Moment of the Day” will win £4,000 The winner will also be in with a chance of winning “World Pool Moment of the Year” which will be determined by a combination of scores derived from a public vote and a global expert panel and announced at the Hong Kong International Races at Sha Tin in December The lucky winner will win a VIP trip for four to Hong Kong for either the 2025 Hong Kong Derby or 2025 Champions Day
In a day full of sporting action, I hope you can find time to visit the Grantley Hall Ebor Fashion Lawn before 2.30pm, set in the picturesque surroundings of the Edwardian Weighing Room. Partners such as Grantley Hall themselves, The 8th Sign and the Hole in Wand are offering great prizes for all you stylish racegoers, plus it is great fun!
Visit our equine ambassador, Goldream, the retired racehorse in Clocktower Enclosure, while you are there try the “jockey gym”, listen out for the Ripon City Brass Band, dance into the evening with The Monotones, share a bottle of Gardet Origine champagne for just £43 a bottle, enjoy the 360-selfie camera or taking your own selfie at the flower wall; whatever, it is just our pleasure to welcome you and hope you thoroughly enjoy the racing and experience of the Sky Bet Ebor Festival.
William Derby, Chief Executive and Clerk of the Course: York Racecourse
Sky Bet Ebor Festival
PROGRAMME OF EVENTS
11:00am-4:00pm Grantley Hall
11:30am Sky Bet Ebor Draw Winners Enclosure
1.00pm Punters Panel Winners Enclosure
1:15pm Tour of the Weighing Room Weighing Room & Equine facilities (stand side only) all week Entrance
After racing World Pool moment of the day Winners Enclosure
After racing Monotones Melrose Stage
All Day Events Location
Tours to the start 30 minutes before each race See Notice on Thatched Hut
Monotones Churchill Tyres Canopy Stage
Ripon City Brass Band Princess Mary Gate
Ascot Gallery/Darcy & Wolf Jewellery Gimcrack Stand Portico
360° Selfies Stage by Melrose Stand
British Champion Series Jockey Gym Clocktower Enclosure
Meet a real racehorse Clocktower Enclosure
Test Match Cricket England vs Sri Lanka Selected Televisions Stand Side
York Racecourse wishes to express its thanks to this afternoon’s sponsors.
Sky Bet
First Race - 1.50pm
The Sky Bet Lowther Stakes (Group 2) - 6f
Pages 37-39
Goffs UK
Second Race - 2.25pm
The Harry’s Half Million By Goffs Premier Yearling Stakes (GBB Race) - 6f
Pages 45-49
Clipper
Third Race - 3.00pm The Clipper Stakes (Heritage Handicap) - 1m
Pages 53-56
Pertemps Network
Fourth Race - 3.35pm
The Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks (Group 1) - 1m 4f
Pages 67-71
Arthur Boyd-Rochfort
Fifth Race - 4.10pm
The British EBF & Sir Henry Cecil Galtres Stakes (Listed Race) - 1m 4f
Season long support of the British Champions Series
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
GUINNESS BAR
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 £44.50. 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,
seating, track view and FLOOR) home to our popular
GIMCRACK RESTAURANT
(1st Floor)
Main County Stand dining room, luxury three-course meal for £44.50 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.
& DRINK FREE ZONES
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. With a dedicated Guinness Bar to its left. 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.
First & Fifth which is on the scrummy cakes. Also Stand picnic platters.
MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR VISIT
CHAMPAGNE OF THE MEETING
Gardet Origine NV
Lanson Black Label NV
Lanson Rosé Label NV
£43
£65
£73
Moët & Chandon Brut Impérial NV £72
Moët & Chandon Impérial Rosé NV £103
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 (stands side only).
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.
TEST CRICKET
England vs Sri Lanka 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: £78
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.
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.
Enter our style stakes and take to the catwalk today at the Grantley Hall Ebor Fashion Lawn
Located in front of the Edwardian Weighing Room
Fabulous prizes across five categories each day!
11am to 2.30pm: Registration & participation
3.15pm: Shortlist announced (on Ebor Fashion Lawn boards & big screens)
3.50pm: Shortlist final judging Winners announced!
GRANTLEY HALL
EBOR FASHION LAWN
PRIZES
Most Stylish
Grantley Hall Midweek overnight stay for two in a Deluxe Room with Afternoon Tea.
£350 The 8th Sign Voucher.
Two tickets to an EFL match of choice. Voltigeur Restaurant table for two on the opening day of the 2025 Dante Festival.
Most Stylish Couple
Lunch in The Orchard at Grantley Hall (up to £120 on food and £30 towards beverage)
Two seats in the Premier Racing Lounge on the first day of the 2025 Dante Festival at York Racecourse.
Most Stylish Runner-Up
Grantley Hall Champagne Afternoon Tea for two £100 The 8th Sign Voucher.
Best Hat
A George Durdy Bespoke Hat. Up to a value of £250.
Best Dressed Child
Wizard Golf for five at The Hole in Wand - Wizard Golf at York, Blackpool or Chester plus a box of magical potions and a flask of Unicorn Beans. Runners up will receive a flask of Unicorn Beans and a jar of Tongue Painters.
Only open to those in the County Stand and Grandstand & Paddock. Please note with any live event times may vary. The decision of the judges will be final. There is no other prize alternative.
As one of the largest suppliers of horse feeds, bedding and supplements in the GCC region, Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai aim to make available premium products gathered from across the globe, at a competitive price.
We are once again absolutely delighted to support to the Chairman, Bridget Guerin and York Race Committee Members for what we hope will be another superb season.
We are thrilled to once again, to proudly sponsor the Gr2 Middleton Stakes, the Gr2 Dante Stakes and also the wonderful Gr2 Gimcrack Stakes. We are also pleased to continue to invest in the Owners and Trainers facilities, assisting York with maintaining those high standards.
We wish all Owners, Trainers, Jockeys and Stable-staff the very best of luck here at York and we all look forward to some terrific racing on The Knavesmire throughout the season.
L Al
Basti Owner & Founder
Malih
YORK TRACKFACTS
A left-handed track which joins the straight course just under five furlongs from home. Races of seven furlongs start on a spur which joins the main circuit at a tangent after two furlongs.
Top Course Trainers
LEADING TRAINERS AT YORK (2019-2024) WITH RUNNERS:
W HAGGAS (35 wins from 208 runners, 17%) runs ELNAJMM (3.00), SEA THEME (3.35), SEA JUST IN TIME (4.10), ART MARKET (4.45), SUNFALL and NINE TENTHS and PINAFORE (5.20).
R FAHEY (30 wins from 437 runners, 7%) runs STONE SOLDIER (3.00), TUSCAN POINT (4.45), INTERNATIONAL GIRL (5.20).
K RYAN (26 wins from 303 runners, 9%) runs JORGE ALVARES, TERRITORIAL KNIGHT, AGAINST THE WIND & AMERICAN STYLE (2.25), CATCH THE PADDY (3.00).
D O’MEARA (25 wins from 381 runners, 7%) runs MIRSKY, BENNETOT, BLUE FOR YOU, BOPEDRO, THEORYOFEVERYTHING & NEW IMAGE (3.00), LAVA STREAM (3.35), DORA MILAJE (4.10).
K R BURKE (24 wins from 211 runners, 11%) runs MISS LAMAI, UNSPOKEN LOVE & LEOVANNI (1.50), OUR MIGHTY MO, CRACKING MAN (2.25), HOLLOWAY BOY & THUNDER RUN (3.00), KARMOLOGY (4.10), QASEEM (4.45), BACK SEE DAA (5.20).
Trainers In Form
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
W HAGGAS (14 wins from 42 runners, 33%) runners listed above.
A O’BRIEN (11 wins from 34 runners, 32%) runs HEAVENS GATE (1.50), PORT FAIRY & CONTENT (3.35).
R BECKETT (10 wins from 34 runners, 29%) runs TALES OF THE HEART (1.50), YOU GOT TO ME (3.35), ESMERAY (4.10), ORIGINAL OUTLAW (4.45), QUEEN OF MOUGINS (5.20).
D O’MEARA (9 wins from 43 runners, 21%) runners listed above.
R FAHEY (8 wins from 53 runners, 15%) runners listed above.
Top Course Jockeys
LEADING JOCKEYS AT YORK (2019-2024) WITH RIDES:
DANIEL TUDHOPE (32 wins from 278 rides, 12%) rides UNSPOKEN LOVE (1.50), BLUE FOR YOU (3.00), LAVA STREAM (3.35), DORA MILAJE (4.10).
TOM MARQUAND (29 wins from 188 rides, 15%) rides CELANDINE (1.50), FEAR AND FAST (2.25), ELNAJMM (3.00), SEA THEME (3.35), SEA JUST IN TIME (4.10), ART MARKET (4.45), NINE TENTHS (5.20). RYAN MOORE (21 wins from 137 rides, 15%) rides HEAVENS GATE (1.50), AN OUTLAW’S GRACE (2.25), CONTENT (3.35), SATIN (4.10), ANGEL HUNTER (4.45), PINAFORE (5.20).
WILLIAM BUICK (20 wins from 145 rides, 14%) rides MISTRAL STAR (3.35), FAIRY GLEN (4.10), AGE OF GOLD (4.45), KEY TO COTAI (5.20).
CONNOR BEASLEY (17 wins from 134 rides, 13%) rides PERFECT PART (1.50), BEAR KODE (2.25), JAYVEE (4.45).
Jockeys In Form
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
OISIN MURPHY (13 wins from 53 rides, 25%) rides GHOST RUN (2.25), NEW IMAGE (3.00), QUEEN OF THE PRIDE (3.35), SCENIC (4.10), SPELL MASTER (4.45), MISS INFORMATION (5.20).
BILLY LOUGHNANE (13 wins from 56 rides, 23%) rides AMERICAN STYLE (2.25), BENNETOT (3.00), DIVINA GRACE (4.10), HOT PROPERTY (4.45), RAKNAH (5.20).
RYAN MOORE (11 wins from 31 rides, 35%) rides listed above.
ROSSA RYAN (10 wins from 42 rides, 24%) rides TALES OF THE HEART (1.50), DILIGENTLY (2.25), BOPEDRO (3.00), ESMERAY (4.10), DIVIDEND (4.45).
TOM MARQUAND (10 wins from 59 rides, 17%) rides listed above.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 20th August.
YORK RACE COMMITTEE
BRIDGET GUERIN (CHAIRMAN) NICHOLAS WRIGLEY THE LORD GRIMTHORPE WILLIAM BETHELL CHRISTOPHER DENNY NICK CHEYNE ED WRIGLEY
MEET THE YORK MANAGEMENT TEAM
WILLIAM DERBY Chief Executive & Clerk of the Course
01904 683932 rachel.wigby@yorkracecourse.co.uk
AMY SWALES Head of Digital & Community
01904 620911 Amy.Swales@yorkracecourse.co.uk
ADRIAN KAY Head Groundsman
01904 620911 adrian.kay@yorkracecourse.co.uk
LOUISE DALY Commercial Manager Hospitality & Banqueting
ANTHEA LEIGH Racing Manager & Raceday Clerk of the Course
01904 620911 anthea.leigh@yorkracecourse.co.uk
MAITI STIRLING Marketing Manager & Press Liaison
01904 620911 Maiti.Stirling@yorkracecourse.co.uk
Medical Officers
Dr ROS RODEN
Dr BRUCE MCLAIN
Dr CHRIS HARDING
Dr JOHN ADAMS
Dr PATRICK WYNN Veterinary Surgeons
GEMMA DRANSFIELD
MATTHEW SWARBRICK
BRIAN REED Betting Ring Managers
MARK RYAN
MALCOLM HART
MACAULEY CHAPMAN Handicapper
GRAEME SMITH Farriers
JAMES HARDY
SCOTT MACKIE Designated Safeguarding Leads
SARAH CULSHAW
ANTHEA LEIGH
How to Read the Racecard
colour graphic
horse’s saddlecloth number
10
Warm Heart (IRE) (33)
B f Galileo (IRE) - Sea Siren (AUS)
Owner: Mrs J Magnier/M Tabor/D Smith/Westerberg
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien, Ireland
A symbol here denotes the horse holds an entry on British Champions Day, Saturday 19th October
Barons Selection
horse’s name No. of days since last ran age weight st-lbs kg draw
3 9-0 (57.2) (9)
Jockey: James Doyle
Form: 4-21115 D
Breeder: Coolmoore
She has won three times from 1m 2f to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to firm to soft - heavy. Finished 6l behind Savethelastdance when fifth of eight last time in the Group 1 Irish Oaks at Curragh over 1m 4f (soft) last month. Needs to bounce back to form. Official BHA Rating 110 SP: 16-1
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
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ESSENTIAL RACING PHRASES FOR THE BEGINNER
It could be easy to be put off by the weird and wonderful words and phrases banded around the racecourse, but in fact, its all part of the fun.
Like a tourist in a foreign country, the novice racegoer soon picks up enough of the language to get by, and then rapidly becomes fluent.
The following terms will provide any newcomer, keen to enhance their language skills, with just enough of the jargon to sound like a ‘local’:
RACING SPEAK
ENGLISH
ALLOWANCE: The weight concession the horse is given to compensate for its rider’s inexperience.
AMATEUR: (Rider) on racecards, their names are usually prefixed by Mr, Mrs, etc. To indicate their amateur licence holder status.
ANTE-POST:
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, Ella McCain & Wayne Burnell are in charge of things today.
COLOURS:..............................The racing silks worn by the jockeys.
COLT: ......................................Male, ungelded horse, up to four years old.
CONNECTIONS:....................The owner and trainer of a racehorse
COURSE SPECIALIST:..............Horse which tends to run well at a particular course.
DAM:........................................Mother of a horse.
DISTANCE: The length of a race
DISTANCE, THE: An unmarked point 240 yards from the winning post.
DRAW: ....................................Describes a horse’s position in the starting stalls, drawn two days before a flat race
EACH-WAY: ...........................A bookmaker taking each way bets will display the terms on which he/she accepts such bets on the top of his/her board. This is a bet for your selection to win or be placed.
FILLY: ......................................
FOAL:......................................
Female horse up to four years old. As an example, all the runners in our opener
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).
2.25 Rock Hunter....................................Silvestre De Sousa
ADRIAN MURRAY
2.25 Arizona Blaze David Egan
ADRIAN NICHOLLS
2.25 Maw Lam (IRE) Hollie Doyle
AIDAN O’BRIEN
1.50 Heavens Gate (IRE)...................................Ryan Moore
3.35 Content (IRE) Ryan Moore
3.35 Port Fairy (IRE) Wayne Lordan
DAVID O’MEARA
3.00 Bennetot (IRE) B Loughnane
3.00 Blue For You (IRE) Daniel Tudhope
3.00 Bopedro (FR) Rossa Ryan
3.00 Mirsky Mark Winn
3.00 New Image Oisin Murphy
3.00 Theoryofeverything Jason Watson
3.35 Lava Stream (IRE) Daniel Tudhope
4.10 Dora Milaje (IRE) Daniel Tudhope
JAMES OWEN
4.10 Climate Friendly Robert Havlin
4.10 Noisy Jazz........................................Silvestre De Sousa
HUGO PALMER
2.25 Connie’s Way (IRE).................................... Kevin Stott
2.25 Misty Sky (IRE) Kieran Shoemark
4.45 King Of Angels (IRE) David Egan
4.45 Seagolazo (IRE).......................................... Kevin Stott
KEVIN RYAN
2.25 Against The Wind Shane Gray
2.25 American Style Billy Loughnane
2.25 Jorge Alvares (IRE) Jamie Spencer
2.25 Territorial Knight Tom Eaves
3.00 Catch The Paddy (IRE) Hollie Doyle
GEORGE SCOTT
4.45 Griselda (IRE) Callum Rodriguez
RICHARD SPENCER
2.25 Midnight City (IRE) Robert Havlin
GEMMA TUTTY
5.20 Enola Grey (IRE) Rowan Scott
ED WALKER
1.50 Celandine Tom Marquand
4.10 Scenic (FR) Oisin Murphy
5.20 Key To Cotai (IRE).................................William Buick
5.20 Queen’s Reign Hollie Doyle
EXPLORE IT TODAY
Bustardthorpe Development
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 & dedicated Guinness Bar that 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.
If you are here on Saturday, please join us for the Official Opening at 1pm.
We hope you enjoy it.
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.
Examples of viewing platforms both around the Parade Ring and trackside
SAY THE SILKS
Can you name the owners from the silks graphics? If you need a clue, they all won a Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks...
Can you work out the missing information from the 2022 Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks? (Clue: number 1 was the winner)
Can you name the
Tote is a pool betting system (similar to a lottery) with all of the money going into one pool that is then shared between the winners. World Pool occurs when Totes from around the globe combine to create even bigger pool sizes.
THE SIMPLE BETS
Simply pick the horse you think will win the race
Pick a horse you think will be placed
This is a Win and Place bet combined on the same horse
IF YOU FANCY MORE THAN ONE HORSE
Pick the horses you think will come 1st & 2nd
Pick the horses you think will come 1st, 2nd & 3rd
Pick two horses to finish anywhere in the first three
Pick the first 2 finishers in either order
YESTERDAYS RACING CTION
THE SKY BET GREAT VOLTIGEUR (GROUP 2)
Ballydoyle looked to have a strong grip going into the contest and only strengthened their hand with the late supplementary entry of Irish Derby Winner Los Angeles. After his fine staying performance in Ireland, this was always going to be made a good test of stamina by the pacemaker, Euphoric, who set stern early fractions from flag fall.
Illinois and Wayne Lordan sat closest to the leader, with Los Angeles completing the Emerald Isle trio in third. King’s Gambit was stepping up in trip for the first time was the subject of sustained support in the market before the off. William Buick however didn’t look so assured of his stamina and was clearly at pains to conserve energy in the early stages. Coming into the straight, Declan McDonogh began to turn the screws on the The Euphoric and the pair put a few lengths between themselves and the rest of the field. Ryan Moore travelled into the contest powerfully on Los Angeles, with the pair breezing past the long time leader. Both Illinois and King’s Gambit made their challenge down the nearside and it became apparent that the winner would come from this trio. It looked for a moment as though Harry Charlton’s runner was coming to claim the prize however his stamina looked to give out close home and he was forced to settle for third.
Illinois pushed his stablemate all the way to the line but try as he might he could not get to the classy Los Angeles. The Curragh Classic winner would go onto win by a neck, giving Aidan O’Brien and Coolmore the middle leg of a memorable treble.
THE JUDDMONTE INTERNATIONAL (GROUP 1)
Yesterday we saw the confirmation of another superstar in City Of Troy, who continued to prove his early season promise in emphatic fashion.
Ryan Moore was quick to send the three-time Group One winner into the lead, making use of his good early speed. He stacked an stellar looking renewal of the Juddmonte International in behind him, with Royal Rhyme and Hans Andersen completing the leading trio.
He was given a relatively uncontested lead by his rivals, with the Japanese contender Durezza charting a noticeably wide course around the bend Second favourite Bluestocking was anchored in midfield by Rossa Ryan, with the pair deploying their usual hold up tactics.
The Epsom Derby winner quickly had all his rivals under the pump as they entered the final three furlongs. Ghostwriter emerged as the leading challenge as they got racing but he was unable to land a blow on the impervious Ballydoyle runner.
Calandagan faired much the best of those held up, with the Gaelic contender staying on admirably to pick up the chase. Stephane Pasquier had delivered a near perfect ride but unfortunately bumped into the superstar that is City Of Troy.
The race was all over inside the final furlong, with Moore easing down to win by a length to Calandagan. Ghostwriter battled back well to complete the minor placings however this race was only about one horse, City Of Troy.
Runners & Riders
HELPING YORKSHIRE EBOR COMMUNITY SWEEPSTAKE
The Ebor Community sweepstake is an innovative initiative which seeks to thank, celebrate and reward some of the countless thousands who have helped others in the county.
Working with our partners at Sky Bet and others, we invited nominations. Out of the 150+ entries, we now have shortlisted 22 who will all be joining us on Saturday – they will each be assigned a runner in the Sky Bet Ebor and the charity or community group attached to the winning horse will receive a prize of £20,000. What is more, the second placed horse will earn £5,000 for its connected good cause, £2,000 to the third place duo and all the others benefit from a £1,000 donation. By Noon today, they will know which horse they are cheering on.
1 Next Door But One CIC
2 Rotherham Cancer Care
3 The Declan John Foundation
An award-winning LGBTQ+ and disability-led theatre in York. Offering workshops and performances for those with disabilities, mental ill health, lower socioeconomic backgrounds and LGBTQ+ community
For anyone local with a cancer diagnosis, offering complementary therapies for themselves or their families. Designed to help their mental health, physical problems, and lend a listening ear
Offers comfort and emotional support to parents and families who have suffered the devastating impact of baby loss. 4 Just ‘B’ Provides specialist bereavement and mental health support for people living in North Yorkshire.
The club supports those with lower body disabilities, allowing them to play sports and improve fitness, while building a social network. 6 Hornsea First Aid Centre
Opened in 2018, following the closure of the local Minor Injuries Unit. It aims to provide first aid to the local community 7 Sheffield Mencap and Gateway
8 The Clothing Bank
One of Sheffield’s longest-running independent charities. Their vision is that all people with a learning disability and their carers are valued, included, and respected.
A huge clothing bank community that recycles pre-loved clothing to make seven days worth of clothing packs up.
BIADS supports the people of Barnsley who have had a diagnosis of any form of dementia.
A York-based charity working to break the stigma behind men’s mental health and reduce suicide amongst men.
A venue run by volunteers to provides library services for Norton and surrounding areas. It also provides a registered ‘Warm Space’ .
Founded by a former soldier, with the mission to provide comprehensive support to veterans who often struggle with the transition to civilian life.
Provides support to those in the local area with a breast cancer diagnosis. This includes practical support services, such as a bra service and wig bank, as well as counselling and therapies.
An independent charity supporting local people to live well and independently with sight loss.
A community transport charity that provides costeffective, door-to-door transport to medical and social activities for anyone that cannot easily use other forms of transport due to age, disability, or isolation.
The largest voluntary-sector provider of therapeutic services in Calderdale, providing a safe haven and place of hope, the centre offers mental support services & money advice
The only hospice in Calderdale, offering expert care, support, advice, and information for patients, families, and loved ones.
The leading brain tumour charity dedicated to raising funds for life-changing research and patient support in the county
Supports those affected by major physical trauma in navigating the challenges faced by themselves and their families.
A small charity based in Doncaster. The 100% disabled person led organisation’s aim is to give disabled and older people the advice, support, information, and financial assistance they need.
The Friends help maintain and improve Rowntree Park in York for the community; fundraising, gardening, conservation work and litter picking.
Offers practical support to vulnerable people in the local community of Scarborough, including food parcels, hot meals, and access to hygiene facilities.
The Sky Bet
Lowther Stakes FACT FILE:
Distance
Six furlongs (1,200m)
Prize money £250,000
WHERE DOES THE RACE NAME COME FROM? IS IT A CLASSIC TRIAL?
It was named in memory of Hugh Lowther, the 5th Earl of Lonsdale It was established in 1946, and the inaugural running was won by Southernwood.
Yes, many winners have gone on to run in the following year’s QIPCO 1000 Guineas. Russian Rhythm was the last to complete the big-race double in 2002/03
WHY IS IT SPECIAL?
As a Group 2 it is only one rung from the top of flat racing’s ladder
Criquette Head
ANY OVERSEAS INTEREST?
Criquette Head won the race four times for France in 1982, 1987, 1996 and 2009 and Pascal Bary (2007) and Philippe Sogorb (2013) added two more for our cross-channel cousins. Irish-trained fillies have won the race six times, courtesy of Dermot Weld (1977), Vincent O’Brien (1981 & 1990), Jim Bolger (1984) and Ger Lyons (2011). Aidan O’Brien finally broke his duck in this contest in 2018 as the smart sprinting filly, Fairlyland, held off The Mackem Bullet in a thriller
WHERE NEXT?
The next obvious target following a big run in the Sky Bet Lowther Stakes is the Group 1 Cheveley Park Stakes at Newmarket. Run over the same distance, eleven fillies since 1974 have added a Rowley Mile victory to their already impressive resumes - Cry of Truth (1974), Pasty (1975), Devon Ditty (1978), Mrs Penny (1979), Dead Certain (1989), Queen’s Logic (2001), Carry On Katie (2003), Hooray (2010), Rosdhu Queen (2012), Tiggy Wiggy (2014) and 2018’s winner, Fairyland. Fairyland
Richard Hannon Senior
LEADING TRAINERS?
Richard Hannon Senior leads the way with five victories courtesy of Enstone Spark (1977), Only Yours (1990), Niche (1992), Infamous Angel (2008) & Best Terms (2011). In his first season in sole charge Richard Hannon Junior added a sixth family winner with Tiggy Wiggy in 2014. Mick Channon saddled four winners, Brint Allayl (1998), Queen’s Logic (2001), Flashing Wings (2005) & Nahoodh (2007), before handing over the training licence to son Jack, neither family is represented today. Karl Burke has bagged two of the last five and goes in three-handed today.
LEADING RIDER? RECORD BREAKER
Harry Carr, Ron Hutchinson, Richard Hughes & the much-missed Lester Piggott share the honour of having won the race three times but all are retired now. James Doyle has been on board two of the last seven winners, he partners Leovanni today.
Tiggy Wiggy’s winning time of 1m 8.90s in 2014 was not only the fastest for this race but also smashed the six furlongs course record. In comparison, Soar’s victory in 2004 came in a time of 1m 15.90s - exactly seven seconds slower. In her defence the ground was much softer that year
WHO ARE THE SPONSORS?
Sky Bet is the UK’s most popular online bookmaker
We’ve been making betting better for years and we’re home of First Race Specials and the Soccer Saturday Price Boost.
We’re hugely passionate about sport which is why we sponsor the English Football League and have recently extended our partnership with York Racecourse, which includes the sponsorship of a lucky thirteen races this week; including the Sky Bet Ebor
HOW DO YORKSHIRE STABLES FIGURE?
Since 1974, the prize has remained in Yorkshire just five times. However, in recent times, Yorkshire lead the way with four of the last seven winners trained in the county Richard Fahey took the prize home to Malton in 2016 with Queen Kindly, while the trophy went to Middleham in 2017, after Mark Johnston’s Threading again boosted Yorkshire’s record in the race Spigot Lodge have claimed two of the last five, Living in the Past (2019) and then again in 2022 with Swingalong. Leovanni, Miss Lamai and Unspoken Love carry three different sets of silks for them today, the latter for the race sponsor, Steve Parkin.
Karl Burke
James Doyle
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.
City Of Troy came home a ready winner of the Group One Juddmonte International, moving Aidan O’Brien one behind the leading trio. 2023 Champion: Richard Fahey
BIG RACE TRENDS
THE SKY BET LOWTHER STAKES (GROUP 2)
PREVIOUS WINNERS - LAST TEN RUNNINGS
Year Winner Trainer Jockey
TRAINERS
Karl Burke has emerged as a trainer to watch after two wins in five years. He brings a strong hand again this year with Leovanni, Miss Lamai & Unspoken Love.
RECENT FORM
With twelve of the last eighteen winners of the Sky Bet Lowther Stakes having won on their most recent starts, it suggests that recent form is an important factor to consider. Interestingly, of the six who fail on this trend, four had achieved a top three finish and only Silk Blossom and Hooray completely missed out by each finishing 6th.
BETTING
Swingalong joined 2019's 12/1 winner, Living In The Past, joined Hooray, Best Terms and Besharah in causing a stir when landing the spoils at 11/1 in 2010, 2011 and 2015 respectively. There has been a move away from short priced horses with only three winning favourites in the last ten years. Consider horses above 5/1, so everyone but Leovanni and Heavens Gate.
KEY RACES
The Princess Margaret and Queen Mary Stakes, both run at Ascot over 6f and 5f respectively, have been the best pointers in recent years. If you were to favour one race then it would have to be the Princess Margaret Stakes with Enthused (2000), Russian Rhythm (2002), Soar (2004), Lady Of The Desert (2009), Besharah (2015) and Zain Claudette (2021), all having followed up their Ascot victory by winning this afternoon’s race. Living In The Past was also third in the Princess Margaret Stakes before winning here in 2019. Leovanni, Miss Lamai and Betty Clover contested the Queen Mary, while the later also finished runner-up in the Princess Margaret ahead of the third-placed Tales Of The Heart.
DISTANCE
There is nothing to be gained in this area as in recent seasons there is a pretty even split of winning fillies which had already won over six furlongs and those that are attempting this trip for the first time.
KEY TRENDS
Won or placed last time out
Ran in the Princess Margaret Stakes
Above 5/1
CONCLUSION
LEOVANNI has been foot-perfect on both starts to date to remain unbeaten. She follows the trend of running in the Queen Mary Stakes, which is a great trial for this, to come home a comfortable winner at the Royal Meeting. She must give 3lb to all rivals today but can improve again and looks the pick of the Karl Burke trio. Betty Clover contested both of the key trials but was narrowly denied in the Princess Margaret. Eve Johnson Houghton success often comes from her juveniles and she can confirm the placing with Tales Of The Heart Heavens Gate is the sole representative from Ireland after her emphatic success at Naas She could step forward again but foreign raiders don't have a great record and is becoming exposed. Karl Burke has won two of the previous five renewals so Miss Lamai and Unspoken Love can't be dismissed either.
The Sky Bet Lowther Stakes (Group 2)
Six Furlongs (1,200 metres)
See page 94 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 6f
Race Type: Group Two
Prize Money: £250,000
Age: 2 f
Stalls: Centre
The Sky Bet Lowther Stakes is part of the Pattern pyramid which denotes the best contests, Listed, Group 3, Group 2 (like this one) and Group 1.
This race is only open to 2yo fillies and is over a trip of six furlongs.
An in-form stable could be the clue here, see the table at the beginning of this race.
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: RELIEF RALLY
Trainer: William Haggas
Jockey: Tom Marquand
Age/Weight: 2-9-2
Runners: 8 SP: 2/1F
Relief Rally was well backed in the market before hand and despite taking a keen hold under Tom Marquand, found plenty for pressure to win our opener by a length.
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 (14-19): Leading course trainer (19-24): K R Burke (24 wins from 211 runners, 11%) runs LEOVANNI, MISS LAMAI & UNSPOKEN LOVE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A O’Brien (11 wins from 34 runners, 32%) runs HEAVENS GATE
Fancy That: K R Burke won this race in 2019 and 2022. The stable runs LEOVANNI,MISS LAMAI & UNSPOKEN LOVE today. Longest Traveller: HEAVENS GATE trained by A O’Brien, Ireland.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 20th August.
KNAVESMIRE TIP
Queen Mary winner Leovanni is aiming to protect her unbeaten record and she sets a lofty standard for the others to aim at with a rating of 106. Karl Burke’s juvenile holds obvious claims, but it may pay to side with HEAVENS GATE, who has shown improvement with each run to date and was impressive in her victory at Naas last time. The daughter of Churchill has plenty of speed and this looks like an ideal opportunity to gain her first Group success. Betty Clover is the pick of the remainder
The Sky Bet Lowther Stakes
No Horse
1 Leovanni (IRE) (64)
B f Kodi Bear (IRE) - Kassandra (IRE)
Owner: Wathnan Racing
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
Distance: 6f
Race Type: Group Two
Prize Money: £250,000
Age: 2 f Stalls: Centre
st-lb (kgs) Draw
9-5 (59.4) (8)
Form: 11
Breeder: KCS Bloodstock Ltd
Foaled 23 Apr Half-sister to Knocklane Lass, won at 7f Successful twice at 5f on good to firm ground. A winner at 22-1 in the Group 2 Queen Mary Stakes at Ascot over 5f (good to firm) on her latest outing in June, beating Mighty Eriu by 1 3/4l. Has also won at Nottingham this season. Official BHA Rating 106 SP: 5-2
2
Betty Clover (GB) (26)
Gr f Time Test - Reprieval (FR)
Owner: Miss E. Johnson Houghton
Trainer: Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury
9-2 (58.1) (1)
Form: 12102 C
Breeder: Eve Johnson Houghton
Foaled 8 Feb. Successful twice at 5f on good ground. Beaten a neck by Simmering when second of 8 at 22-1 on her latest outing in the Group 3 Princess Margaret Stakes at Ascot over 6f (good to firm) last month Has won at York and Bath this season. Official BHA Rating 97 SP: 14-1
3
Celandine (GB) (22)
B f Kingman - Pepita (IRE)
Owner: Rockcliffe Stud
Trainer: Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn
9-2 (58.1)
(4)
Form: 01134 D
Breeder: Rockcliffe Stud
Foaled 13 Mar Successful twice at 6f on good to firm ground Finished 2 1/4l behind Big Mojo when fourth of 15 at 11-2 on her latest outing in the Group 3 Jaeger-Lecoultre Molecomb Stakes at Goodwood over 5f (good to firm) last month. Has won at Newmarket and Windsor this season. Official BHA Rating 100 SP: 17-2
4 Heavens Gate (IRE) (17)
B f Churchill (IRE) - Itqaan (USA)
Owner: Mr M. Tabor, D. Smith & Mrs John Magnier
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien, Ireland
9-2 (58.1) (7)
Form: 21331 D
Breeder: Whisperview Trading Ltd
Foaled 26 Feb. Successful twice at 6f on good and yielding ground. Won on her latest outing when 4-6fav at Naas over 6f (yielding) earlier this month, beating Fiery Lucy by 1 1/4l. Official BHA Rating - SP: 3-1
5 Miss Lamai (IRE) (29)
B f Mehmas (IRE) - Tough Spirit (IRE)
Owner: Mr C. R. Hirst
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
9-2 (58.1) (9)
Form: 1241
Breeder: Denis McDonnell
Foaled 19 Mar. Successful twice at 5f on soft and yielding ground. Won on her latest outing when 10-11fav at Naas over 5f (yielding) last month, beating Make Haste by 1 3/4l. Has also won at Thirsk this season. Official BHA Rating 97 SP: 7-1
6
Perfect Part (IRE) (13)
Ch f Mehmas (IRE) - Queensbrydge
Owner: Mr Keith Brown
Trainer: Brian Ellison, Malton
9-2 (58.1) (6)
Form: 124
Breeder: John Cullinan
Foaled 12 Apr A winner at 5f on good to firm ground. Finished 1 3/4l behind King Of Light when fourth of 5 at 10-3 on her latest outing at Musselburgh over 5f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 83 SP: 100-1
7 Tales of The Heart (IRE) (26)
B f Mehmas (IRE) - Shoshoni Wind
Owner: Andrew Rosen and Marc Chan
Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down
9-2 (58.1) (2)
Form: 1263 D
Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
Foaled 10 Mar A winner at 6f on the all-weather Third of 8 behind Simmering beaten 3/4l at 11-2 on her latest outing in the Group 3 Princess Margaret Stakes at Ascot over 6f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 96 SP: 12-1
8 Time For Sandals (IRE) (33)
B f Sands of Mali (FR) - Days of Summer (IRE)
Owner: Mr D Bevan and Mrs D Bevan
Trainer: Harry Eustace, Newmarket
9-2 (58.1) (5)
Form: 13 D
Breeder: Ballyhane
Foaled 12 Feb. Half-sister to Morning Duel, won at 7f A winner at 6f on the all-weather Third of 19 behind Caburn beaten 1/2l at 7-1 on her latest outing at Newbury over 5f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 86 SP: 12-1
James Doyle Alex Cliffe
Georgia Dobie Millie Cox
Tom Marquand Paul Willis
Ryan Moore Keith Griffin
Clifford Lee Megan Smith
Connor Beasley Andy Robertson
Rossa Ryan Charlotte Wright
Richard Kingscote Nazeem Khan
9
Unspoken Love (IRE) (32)
Br f Soldier’s Call - Dubai’s Success
Owner: Clipper
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
9-2 (58.1) (3)
Form: 32114 D
Breeder: Ballyhampshire Stud Ltd
Foaled 8 Feb. Successful at 5f and 6f on good to firm ground. Finished 10l behind Fraise Des Bois when fourth of 9 at 7-2 on her latest outing at La Teste De Buch over 6f (good to soft) last month. Has won at Pontefract and Musselburgh this season. Official BHA Rating 83 SP: 66-1
5-2 Leovanni (IRE), 3-1 Heavens Gate (IRE), 7-1 Miss Lamai (IRE), 17-2 Celandine (GB), 12-1 Tales of The Heart (IRE), Time For Sandals (IRE), 14-1 Betty Clover (GB), 66-1 Unspoken Love (IRE), 100-1 Perfect Part (IRE)
FIRST RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Michael Shinners – Head of Sports PR Sky Betting and Gaming. Sky Bet have generously given £200 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race and £200 to the groom responsible for the winning horse
EBOR STALLS DRAW
If you have a fancy for one of the betting heats of the season, Saturday’s Sky Bet Ebor then you’ll be keen to know which stall your runner has drawn. Be amongst those to witness the draw for stalls positions live at 11.30 today in the Winner’s Enclosure.
DISH
THE
Daniel Tudhope Kath Charlton
Celebrating the racehorse and their welfare is at the heart of what we do
York Racecourse
• 18 days of flat racing
• Approximately 1,400 horses
• Running in 127 races
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Equine Welfare Investment
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• 2 state of the art veterinary care boxes
• 3 kilometres rubberised non-slip horse walkways
• 16 temperature controlled horse showers
• 178 high specification stables
• 3 Misting fans – to aid horse cooling
• 2 horse ambulances
Equine Expertise 365-day
• 3 equine specialist vets on duty at every raceday
• Pre and post race examinations by a minimum of 6 BHA
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• A team of 12 equestrian experts providing pre, during and post-race support
• 2 experienced farriers, specialising in racehorses
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Racing Grooms dedicate themselves 365 days a year to the 14,000 racehorses in mainland UK
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JOCKEYGYM &SIGNINGS
12:45PM
Harry’s Half Million By Goffs
Premier Yearling Stakes (GBB Race)
Six Furlongs (1,200 metres)
See page 94 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 6f
Race Type: Class 2
Prize Money: £626,462
Age: 2
Stalls: Centre
A six-furlong contest is only for 2yo horses that were catalogued and auctioned in the Goffs UK Premier Yearling Sales of August, 2023. The six fillies in this race are granted a weight allowance based on their relative physical development compared to the boys and thus carry less weight at 8st 11lb, see Ghost Run and Maw Lam amongst those to benefit. At the other end of the scale, if a horse has won a race then they shoulder a “penalty” burden, the better the category of any such win then the greater the penalty weight, notice how a Group 3 win at The Curragh has added to the challenge for Arizona Blaze.
Listen to the Punters Panel at 1pm to hear the expert’s view.
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: DRAGON LEADER
Trainer: Clive Cox
Jockey: Ryan Moore
Age/Weight: 2-9-2
Runners: 22 SP: 7/2JF
After breaking well from the stalls, Dragon Leader led down the far-side, travelling strongly on the front end. He didn’t look the most straight forward under pressure but found plenty to storm clear and land the Goffs pot.
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 (14-19): Leading course trainer (19-24): K Ryan (26 wins from 303 runners, 9%) runs AGAINST THE WIND, AMERICAN STYLE, TERRITORIAL KNIGHT & JORGE ALVARES
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A Balding (8 wins from 57 runners, 14%) runs
Fancy That: R Hannon won this race in 2016, 2017, 2019, 2020 and 2022. The stable runs AN OUTLAW’S GRACE today. Longest Traveller: ARIZONA BLAZE trained by A Murray, Ireland.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 20th August.
KNAVESMIRE TIP
Maw Lam has made the frame at Group and Listed level in two of her last three outings and that level of performance gives her every chance of taking this valuable prize. However, the vote goes to ARIZONA BLAZE, who arguably brings the best form to the contest after finishing third in a strong renewal of the Group 1 Phoenix Stakes at the Curragh earlier in the month. Adrian Murray’s juvenile has plenty of experience under his belt and could put that to good use. Territorial Knight and Against The Wind are others to keep an eye on.
Harry’s Half Million By Goffs Premier Yearling Stakes
1 Arizona Blaze (GB) (12)
Distance: 6f
Race Type: Class 2
Prize Money: £626,462
Age: 2
Stalls: Centre
(kgs)
9-9 (61.2) (4)
B c Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Liberisque Jockey: David Egan
Owner: AMO Racing Limited/Giselle De Aguiar
Trainer: Adrian Murray, Ireland Form: 121333 D
Breeder: Andrew Bengough & Partners
Foaled 4 Mar Successful at 5f and 6f on good and heavy ground. Third of 5 behind Babouche beaten 3 1/2l at 16-1 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Keeneland Phoenix Stakes at Curragh over 6f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating - SP: 9-2
2 Against The Wind (GB) (54)
9-7 (60.3) (14)
Ch c Earthlight (IRE) - Rashaaqa Jockey: Shane Gray
Owner: Tom Muir / Colin Paterson
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton Form: 601
Breeder: Poppy Holdings & Partner
Foaled 10 Feb. A winner at 17-2 at Newcastle over 5f on his latest outing in June, beating Ardennes by 2l. Official BHA Rating 86 SP: 25-1
3 Rock Hunter (GB) (19)
B c Expert Eye - Parknasilla (IRE)
Owner: D MacAuliffe, A Don & D De Souza
Trainer: Amy Murphy, Newmarket
9-7 (60.3) (10)
Jockey: Silvestre De Sousa
Form: 122060
Breeder: Perryston Bloodstock
Foaled 14 Mar A winner at 5f on heavy ground. Beaten 7l behind La Samana at 8-1 when seventh of 10 on his latest outing at Deauville over 5f (good) earlier this month. He is wearing a tongue-tie and a visor for the first time Official BHA Rating 87 SP: 50-1
4
An Outlaw’s Grace (IRE) (23)
B c Dandy Man (IRE) - Wedding Wish (IRE)
Owner: Middleham Park Racing XXIV
Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough
(13)
Jockey: Ryan Moore
Form: 145 D
Breeder: Corrin Stud
Foaled 20 Feb. A winner at 6f on good to firm ground. Finished 7l behind Aomori City when fifth of 7 at 8-1 on his latest outing in the Group 2 HKJC World Pool Vintage Stakes at Goodwood over 7f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 101 SP: 13-2
5 American Style (GB) (34)
Ch g Washington DC (IRE) - Dance On The Day (IRE)
Owner: Hambleton Racing Ltd XXXVIII
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton
(3)
Jockey: Billy Loughnane
Form: 0222 BF Breeder: A. Plumbridge
Foaled 13 Feb. Placed in three of four starts. Beaten 4l by Scatter Penny when second of 10 at 6-5fav on his latest outing at Pontefract over 6f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 78 SP: 66-1
6 Bear Kode (IRE) (26)
B g Kodi Bear (IRE) - Nymfia (IRE)
Owner: Keatley Owners Group, Finneran & Moore
Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton
9-2 (58.1) (8)
Jockey: Connor Beasley
Form: 21
Breeder: M. Fahy & Rathbarry Stud
Foaled 25 Mar. Full brother to Bonnsie, won twice at 7f and 1m. A winner at 7-2 at Newcastle over 7f on his latest outing last month, beating Brindavan by a neck. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time Official BHA Rating - SP: 40-1
7 Bueno Nacho (IRE) (13)
B c Profitable (IRE) - Spectacular Show (IRE)
Owner: RC VIP Syndicate 1
Trainer: Paul Attwater, Upper Lambourn
(1)
Jockey: Joshua Bryan
Form: 3
Breeder: Kildaragh Stud
Foaled 28 Mar Half-brother to Valbchek, won three times at 6f and 7f Third of 15 behind Asuka beaten 4 1/2l at 28-1 on his racecourse debut at Newmarket over 6f (good) earlier this month. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with D J S Ffrench Davis. Official BHA Rating - SP: 50-1
8 Cracking Man (IRE) (21)
B c Unfortunately (IRE) - Designated
Owner: Middleham Park Racing LXXVI & E Burke
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
9-2 (58.1) (20)
Jockey: Clifford Lee
Form: 0200
Breeder: Springfield House Stud&Hollymount Stud
Foaled 8 Apr Placed once in four starts. Beaten 16l behind Mr Chaplin at 66-1 when last of 16 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 7f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 76 SP: 150-1
9 Diligently (GB) (22)
(58.1) (2)
B c Harry Angel (IRE) - Anna of Lorraine Jockey: Rossa Ryan
Owner: Mr J Goddard
Trainer: Clive Cox, Hungerford Form: 40430
Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited
Foaled 22 Feb. Placed once in five starts. Beaten 9l behind Adrestia at 7-1 when last of 8 on his latest outing at Sandown over 5f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 77 SP: 66-1
10
Fear And Fast (GB) (8)
(18)
B c Massaat (IRE) - Mayfair Lady Jockey: Tom Marquand
Owner: Mr Abdulla Al Mansoori
Trainer: Ismail Mohammed, Newmarket Form: 004
Breeder: Richard Kent & David Spence
Foaled 4 Apr Yet to place in three starts. Finished 1 1/2l behind Lord Roxby when fourth of 11 at 125-1 on his latest outing at Beverley over 5f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 70 SP: 80-1
Foaled 23 Mar Placed in three of four starts. Finished 4l behind Art Market when last of 5 at 5-2fav on his latest outing at Yarmouth over 7f (good to firm) last month. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time Official BHA Rating 78 SP: 33-1
12
Jorge Alvares (IRE) (34)
B g Cotai Glory - Soul of Calypso
Owner: Mrs J. Ryan
Jamie Spencer
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton Form: 332 Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
Foaled 7 Jan. Placed in all three of his starts. Beaten a nose by Ziggy’s Ariel when second of 7 at 9-4 on his latest outing at Hamilton over 6f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 80 SP: 33-1
13 Midnight City (IRE) (13)
B c Acclamation - Dance Club (IRE)
Owner: Phil Cunningham
(19)
Robert Havlin
Trainer: Richard Spencer, Newmarket Form: 5 Breeder: Mountarmstrong Stud
Foaled 22 Mar Full brother to Online Alexander, won three times at 5f Finished 5l behind Asuka when fifth of 15 at 16-1 on his racecourse debut at Newmarket over 6f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating - SP: 33-1
14 Our Mighty Mo (IRE) (15)
B c Kodiac - Khibrah
Owner: Middleham Park Racing LXX
(12)
Sam James
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn Form: 030 Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
Foaled 9 May. Unplaced in all three starts. Beaten 12l behind End Of Romance at 3-1 when last of 7 on his latest outing at Pontefract over 6f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 75 SP: 150-1
15
Sensorium (IRE) (31)
Gr c Kodiac - Reticent Angel (IRE)
Owner: Hold My Beer, M. Broughton & T. Elphick
Trainer: Dylan Cunha, Newmarket
Jockey: Rhys Clutterbuck
Form: 3031
Breeder: Mountarmstrong Stud
Foaled 17 Mar Won on his latest outing when 11-8fav at Beverley over 5f (good to firm) last month, beating Bonnie’s Boy by 4l. Official BHA
16
Territorial Knight (GB) (34)
Ch c Territories (IRE) - Night Thrills
Owner: Hambleton Racing Ltd XXIX
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton
Jockey: Tom Eaves
Form: 021 D
Breeder: Stratford Place Stud & Andy McDonald
Foaled 6 Mar Won on his latest outing when 2-1fav at Pontefract over 6f (good) last month, beating First Navy Jack by 2 3/4l. Official BHA Rating 86 SP: 11-1
Horse st-lb (kgs) Draw
17 Connie’s Way (IRE) (9)
B f Dandy Man (IRE) - Feathery
Owner: Hewitt, Burns, Studholme, Owen
Trainer: Hugo Palmer, Malpas
(55.8) (7)
Jockey: Kevin Stott
Form: 3
Breeder: Manister House Stud
Foaled 1 Mar Half-sister to Grangewick Flight, won in a chase at 2m 4f Third of 11 behind Top Juggler beaten 4l at 10-3 on her racecourse debut at Hamilton over 6f (soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating - SP: 66-1
18 Ghost Run (GB) (19)
B f Kameko (USA) - Bewitchment
Owner: Mr David Howden & Partner
Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
(55.8) (17)
Jockey: Oisin Murphy
Form: 5614 D
Breeder: The Bewitchment Partnership
Foaled 17 Apr. A winner at 6f on good ground. Finished 3l behind Magic Mild when fourth of 10 at 11-1 on her latest outing at Newmarket over 6f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 81 SP: 22-1
19 Graduated (GB) (6)
B f Twilight Son - Collegiate (IRE)
Owner: Mark Albon & Chris Stedman
Trainer: Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich
8-11 (55.8) (11)
Jockey: Gina Mangan
Form: 421
Breeder: Scarlett Knipe
Foaled 19 Feb. A winner at 6-4 at Epsom over 7f (good) on her latest outing earlier this month, beating Creative Lady by 3 1/2l. Official BHA Rating 73 SP: 40-1
20 Maw Lam (IRE) (19)
B f Acclamation - Bobbi Grace (IRE)
Owner: Mr C. R. Hirst
Trainer: Adrian Nicholls, Sessay
(55.8) (9)
Jockey: Hollie Doyle
Form: 12353
Breeder: Brickfield Stud Ltd
Foaled 12 Feb. A winner at 5f on good to firm ground. Third of 10 behind La Samana beaten a head at 11-8fav on her latest outing at Deauville over 5f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 98 SP: 11-4
21 Misty Sky (IRE) (7)
B f Sands of Mali (FR) - Madda’s Force (ITY)
Owner: Deva Racing SOM 1
Trainer: Hugo Palmer, Malpas
8-11 (55.8) (22)
Kieran Shoemark
T53 Breeder: C. Marnane
Foaled 25 Feb. Placed once in three starts. Third of 8 behind Sahara Dancer beaten 1 3/4l at 9-1 on her latest outing at Chepstow over 6f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating - SP: 150-1
22 Up The Anti (IRE) (22)
B f Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Katiywa (IRE)
Owner: Up the Racing Team 2
Trainer: Jack Jones, Newmarket
Jockey: Dylan Hogan
Form: 4
Breeder: Sean Ronan & Caroline Hanly
Foaled 26 Mar Dam unraced. Finished 6l behind Kylie Of Lochalsh when fourth of 8 at 6-1 on her racecourse debut at Leicester over 6f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating - SP: 150-1
NUMBER OF DECLARED
RUNNERS
Visor, Tongue Strap worn first time by No 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 6, 11.
Running for the first time since Gelding No 5. STEWARDS NOTE
HIGH ON HOPE: Following its run on 30/7/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too free
OUR MIGHTY MO: Following its run on 7/8/2024 it was reported that the horse suffered interference 1f out.
PROBABLE S.P.’S
11-4 Maw Lam (IRE), 9-2 Arizona Blaze (GB), 13-2 An Outlaw’s Grace (IRE), 11-1 Territorial Knight (GB), 22-1 Ghost Run (GB), 25-1 Against The Wind (GB), 33-1 High On Hope (GB), Jorge Alvares (IRE), Midnight City (IRE), Sensorium (IRE), 40-1 Bear Kode (IRE), Graduated (GB), 50-1 Rock Hunter (GB), Bueno Nacho (IRE), 66-1 American Style (GB), Diligently (GB), Connie’s Way (IRE), 80-1 Fear And Fast (GB), 150-1 Cracking Man (IRE), Our Mighty Mo (IRE), Misty Sky (IRE), Up The Anti (IRE)
RESULT
& PRIZE MONEY
SECOND RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Henry Beeby, Goffs UK Chairman & Goffs Group Chief Executive and Tim Kent, Goffs UK Managing Director Goffs UK have generously given £250 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race and £50 to the racing groom responsible for the winning horse
THE RAY GILPIN AWARD FOR THE TOP JOCKEY OF
SKY BET EBOR FESTIVAL
This award remembers Ray Gilpin, a popular figure in both the Weighing Room & Press Room who sadly passed away in 2015.
A proud welshman, you’ll notice the armband worn by the rider in front, is in scarlet. The colour of the scarf that Ray always wore to the races.
Previous winners include Frankie Dettori and Oisin Murphy.
Ray Gilpin (1942-2015)
Beehives on site - honey due by Dante 2025!
3rd Race 3.00
The Clipper Stakes (Heritage Handicap)
About One Mile (1,600 metres)
See page 94 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
A competitive heritage handicap for 3yo+ horses, run over a mile.
Distance: 1m
Race Type: Heritage Handicap
Prize Money: £150,000
Age: 3+
Stalls: Inside Rail
Designed for close competition, the handicapper is the independent assessor who rates horses on past performance seeking to get them crossing the line together, by handing out differing weights.
The best in past performance will be the highest rated, Dear My Friend, and so will carry more weight.
Look for C (has won at York) or D (has won over this distance) For example, Blue For You is a regular winner at York over this trip
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: ROPEY GUEST
Trainer: George Margarson
Jockey: Tom Queally
Age/Weight: 6-9-2
Runners: 19 SP: 40/1
A veteran of these types of races, Ropey Guest once again got his day in the sun for trainer George Margarson. A sustained run down the far-side rail was rewarded with his biggest victory to date.
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 (14-19): Leading course trainer (19-24): W Haggas (35 wins from 208 runners, 17%) runs ELNAJMM
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W Haggas (14 wins from 42 runners, 33%) runs ELNAJMM
Fancy That: D O’Meara won this race in 2016 and 2022. The stable runs BENNETOT, BLUE FOR YOU, BOPEDRO, MIRSKY, NEW IMAGE & THEORYOFEVERYTHING today.
Longest Traveller: ARAGON CASTLE trained by A Balding, Kingsclere, 216 miles.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 20th August.
KNAVESMIRE TIP
Thunder Run was a beaten favourite when third on his handicap debut at Thirsk earlier in the month, but remains unexposed and is likely to have plenty more to offer. However, the vote goes to the in-form ELNAJMM, who continues to go from strength to strength after scoring at Ascot last month and has proved a different proposition since being gelded last year. William Haggas’ four-year-old could continue his rapid progression and go in again, while New Image and James McHenry can fight it out for the minor honours.
1
Dear My Friend (GB) (25)
Distance: 1m
Race Type: Heritage Handicap
Prize Money: £150,000
Age: 3+
Stalls: Inside Rail
4 9-12 (62.6) (18)
Ch g Pivotal - Dusty Red Jockey: Joe Fanning
Owner: Middleham Park Racing XXV & Michael Lai
Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham Form: 110053 D Breeder: Bartlett, Beever & Cheveley Park Stud
Winner of six races from 6f to 1m on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Third of 7 behind Point Lynas beaten 7l at 14-1 on his latest outing at Pontefract over 1m (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 107 SP: 40-1
2
Holloway Boy (GB) (20)
4 9-11 (62.1) (1)
Ch g Ulysses (IRE) - Sultry Jockey: Sam James
Owner: Mr Nick White & Mrs E Burke
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn Form: 4-43523 BF Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited
A winner at 7f on good to firm ground, but that win was over two years ago Third of 16 behind Toimy Son beaten 2 1/2l at 5-1jt-fav on his latest outing at Goodwood over 1m (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 106 (-1) SP: 14-1
3
La Trinidad (GB) (19)
7 9-7 (60.3) (16)
B g Bated Breath - High Drama (IRE) (in 6lb ex) Jockey: Jonny Peate (3)
Owner: Mrs D. W. Davenport
Trainer: Roger Fell & Sean Murray, Nawton Form: 0-05101 CD Breeder: Exors of the Late Mr O. J. Williams
Winner of seven races from 7f to 1m 1f on good to firm and good ground. A winner at 14-1 at Thirsk over 1m (good) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating James McHenry by a head. Carries a 6lb penalty today for that success. Has also won at Redcar this season. Official BHA Rating 96 (+2) SP: 28-1
4
Elnajmm (GB) (26)
B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Muneyra (in 6lb ex)
4 9-7 (60.3) (17)
Jockey: Tom Marquand
Owner: Sheikh Ahmed Al Maktoum
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket Form: 2/221-11 D Breeder: Godolphin
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 1f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Won on his latest outing when 11-8fav at Ascot over 1m (good to firm) last month, beating Sean by 1 1/2l. Carries a 6lb penalty today for that success. Has also won at Newcastle this season. Official BHA Rating 96 (+8) SP: 9-2
5
Blue For You (IRE) (20)
Ch g New Approach (IRE) - Love In The Sun (IRE)
Owner: Alderson Burke Francis
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Jockey: Daniel Tudhope
Form: 0-40010 CD
Breeder: Moyglare Stud Farm
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to soft. Beaten 5l behind Toimy Son at 11-2 when 10th of 16 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 1m (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 99 SP: 12-1
6
Bopedro (FR) (12)
B g Pedro The Great (USA) - Breizh Touch (FR)
Owner: Mr Georginio Rutter
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
9-1 (57.6) (13)
Jockey: Rossa Ryan
Form: 030056 D Breeder: Mr Daniel Cherdo
Has won eight races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Finished 3l behind New Image when sixth of 10 at 7-1 on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 96 (-2) SP: 33-1
7 Metal Merchant (IRE) (26)
B g Make Believe - Whipped (IRE)
Owner: Recycled Products Limited & Partner
Trainer: Jack Channon, West Ilsley
9-1 (57.6) (15)
Jockey: James Doyle
Form: 0-12004 D
Breeder: Tinnakill Bloodstock & Forenaghts Stud
He has won four times from 7f to 1m on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather Finished 1l behind Northern Express when fourth of 18 at 9-1 on his latest outing at Ascot over 7f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 96 (+2) SP: 16-1
8 Theoryofeverything (GB) (9)
Gr g Frankel - Persuasive (IRE) (in 6lb ex)
Owner: Gallop Racing
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
9-1 (57.6) (14)
Jockey: Jason Watson
Form: 3-45051
Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited Successful at 7f and 1m 1f on soft ground. A winner at 9-2 at Hamilton over 1m 1f (soft) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Paddy The Squire by a short head. Carries a 6lb penalty today for that success. Official BHA Rating 90 SP: 40-1
9
Horse Age st-lb (kgs) Draw
New Image (GB) (12)
9-0 (57.2) (12)
B g Frankel - Modern Look (in 6lb ex) Jockey: Oisin Murphy
Owner: Thoroughbred British Racing
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Form: 141321 D Breeder: Juddmonte Farms Ltd
He has won four times from 5f to 1m on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Won on his latest outing when 10-3fav at Ascot over 1m (good to firm) earlier this month, beating Yantarni by a short head. Carries a 6lb penalty today for that success. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 89 (+7) SP: 8-1
10
Mirsky (GB) (12)
Ch g Siyouni (FR) - Latice (IRE)
Owner: Mr J. N. Blackburn
(56.7) (8)
Jockey: Mark Winn (3)
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley Form: 00-5005 D BF Breeder: George Strawbridge
He has won four times from 1m to 1m 3f on good to soft and soft ground. Finished 2l behind Burdett when fifth of 8 at 10-3fav on his latest outing at Haydock over 7f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 94 (-1) SP: 28-1
11 Catch The Paddy (IRE) (22)
B g No Nay Never (USA) - Pandora’s Box (IRE)
Owner: Mr S. Ryan
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton
4 8-11 (55.8)
Lynch Bages Ltd
He has won three times from 6f to 7f on good to firm ground. Beaten 18l behind Blue Prince at 28-1 when last of 18 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 7f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 92 (-2) SP:
12
James McHenry (GB) (19)
Gr g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Savvy (IRE)
Owner: Mr Peter Jeffers
Jockey: P. J. McDonald
Breeder: Carisbrooke Stud
Trainer: Edward Bethell, Middleham Form: 60-1522 D
He has won three times at 1m on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Beaten a head by La Trinidad when second of 10 at 11-2 on his latest outing at Thirsk over 1m (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 92 (+1) SP: 12-1
13 Mr King (IRE) (57)
8-10 (55.3) (11)
Gr g Kingman - Desert Snow Jockey: Hector Crouch
Owner: Mr C. H. McGhie
Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
Form: 45-5241 D
Breeder: Newtown Anner Stud
Successful at 1m and 1m 2f on good and good - yielding ground. Won on his latest outing when 15-8fav at Naas over 1m (good) in June, beating Barbapapa by 1 1/2l. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with G M Lyons in Ireland. Official BHA Rating 91 SP: 28-1
14
Bennetot (IRE) (7)
B g Ectot - Al Hayyah (IRE) (in 6lb ex)
Owner: Mr J. C. G. Chua
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
5 8-10 (55.3) (2)
Jockey: Billy Loughnane
Form: 003401 D
Breeder: Al Shaqab Racing
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 2f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather A winner at 14-1 at Windsor over 1m (good to firm) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Love De Vega by 1l. Carries a 6lb penalty today for that success. Official BHA Rating 85 (+4) SP: 20-1
15 Thunder Run (IRE) (19)
Ch g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Astonished (IRE)
Owner: Clipper
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
3 8-9 (54.9) (6)
Jockey: David Egan
Form: 2113 D BF Breeder: Forenaghts Stud Farm
Successful twice at 1m on good and good to soft ground. Third of 10 behind La Trinidad beaten 1 1/4l at 4-6fav on his latest outing at Thirsk over 1m (good) earlier this month. Has won at Hamilton and Thirsk this season. Official BHA Rating 96 SP: 7-1
16
Stone Soldier (GB) (18)
Ch g Mayson - La Adelita (IRE)
7 8-6 (53.5) (3)
Jockey: Silvestre De Sousa
Owner: The Cool Silk Partnership Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton Form: 266-040 D Breeder: Laundry Cottage Stud Farm
Has won eight races from 6f to 1m on good and soft ground and on the all-weather, but last win was over two years ago Beaten 5l behind Yanifer at 16-1 when 9th of 11 on his latest outing at Chester over 7f (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 87 (-1) SP: 40-1
17 Aragon Castle (IRE) (21)
3 8-5 (53.1) (10)
Ch g Territories (IRE) - Wearing Wings Jockey: Hayley Turner
Owner: Mick and Janice Mariscotti
Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
Form: 4-52215 D Breeder: Ms Debbie O’Shea
Successful at 7f and 1m on good to firm and good ground. Finished 2l behind Approval when fifth of 10 at 14-1 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 1m 2f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 92 SP: 20-1
18
Cruyff Turn (GB) (12)
7 8-4 (52.6) (19)
Ch g Dutch Art - Provenance Jockey: James Sullivan
Owner: Aberdeen Park & Partner
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Form: 033063 CD Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited
Winner of seven races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Third of 9 behind Old Cock beaten 4l at 12-1 on his latest outing at Haydock over 1m (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 85 (-3) SP: 50-1
19 Austrian Theory (IRE) (7)
B g Awtaad (IRE) - Cedar Sea (IRE)
Owner: The Wolf Pack 2 and Partner
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
8-4 (52.6) (7)
Jockey: Duran Fentiman
Form: 036536 D
Breeder: Epona Bloodstock Ltd and P.A Byrne
He has won three times from 7f to 1m on good to firm ground. Finished 3l behind Parlando when sixth of 9 at 9-1 on his latest outing at Windsor over 1m 2f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 85 (-2) SP: 40-1
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 19 ..........................................................................................(EXACTA)
Visor worn by No 5. Tongue Strap worn by No 13, 17 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 6, 16. STEWARDS NOTE
HOLLOWAY BOY: Following its run on 2/8/2024 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running.
THUNDER RUN: Following its run on 3/8/2024 it was reported that the horse became unbalanced.
ARAGON CASTLE: Following its run on 1/8/2024 it was reported that the horse jumped awkwardly from the stalls.
PROBABLE S.P.’S
9-2 Elnajmm (GB), 7-1 Thunder Run (IRE), 8-1 New Image (GB), 12-1 Blue For You (IRE), James McHenry (GB), 14-1 Holloway Boy (GB), 16-1 Metal Merchant (IRE), 20-1 Bennetot (IRE), Aragon Castle (IRE), 28-1 La Trinidad (GB), Mirsky (GB), Mr King (IRE), 33-1 Bopedro (FR), 40-1 Dear My Friend (GB), Theoryofeverything (GB), Stone Soldier (GB), Austrian Theory (IRE), 50-1 Cruyff Turn (GB), 66-1 Catch The Paddy (IRE)
RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION
THIRD RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by a representative of Clipper.
Clipper have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race and £50 to the racing groom responsible for the winning horse
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.
NOT A FINAL TOTAL… SUPPLEMENTARY ENTRIES WHEN IS A T TAL PRIZE FUND
The Total Prize Fund is the total amount of money that the horses in a race are competing for and to be split between the winner and the placed horses.
The split of prize money between the podium horses and then between the owner, trainer, jockeys and stable is subject to a fairly complicated formula. However in outline the winning owner receives 441/2%, trainer 51/2%, jockey 4% and stable 21/2%. You can see further details of the split between horses on the page called “Race Conditions” near the back of this racecard.
The prize money on offer at the Sky Bet Ebor Festival is set to attract the very best horses this week. It is funded from several sources; the racecourse itself, the sponsors, the levy board and the entry fees paid by the owners – sometimes referred to as the “Stake” hence the term “Stakes”.
For the major races there are a series of entry dates whereby connections will decide to enter the race and then whether to stay in the race as the performance of the horse and plans for it unfold.
For most Group races, the horses would usually be entered with quite a while to go before the raceday, for example the Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks closed for original entries on June 25th.
However, there is a late “supplementary entry” stage six days before the race. This is designed to allow a horse that may be a late developer or whose plans have changed to take their chance. The supplementary entry fee is set at a higher level than the normal entry route so it takes a bold move by
the owners. If you think about it terms of playing poker, the connections of a late entrant have a better idea of their opposition so pay a premium.
In a real example, to explain the numbers today, the total prize fund for the Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks has risen because of one supplementary entry, with Content joining the field.
Connections of Content have decided that their filly seems to keep looking better the further she runs. A strong finish in the Group One Juddmonte Irish Oaks, over two furlongs shorter, came after original entries would have closed for today’s race, so you can understand the thinking
The other entrants at the same stage had paid £6,250 each, so this sum is transferred to the original pot of £500,000. The balance is then added to create a total prize fund of £533,750.
prize fund: £500,000
Content (left)
Content (right) in a tight finish
GLOBAL TARGETS AWAIT...
The field in the Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks demonstrate the global nature of top class flat racing competition. To further encourage this competition, various famous racing associations around the world have offered attractive incentives to the winner.
The QIPCO British Champions Series takes place over several racedays, comprising five championship categories. Each features the seven highest-rated races in that category, including today’s Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks - the final Fillies & Mares race before QIPCO British Champions Day, Britain’s richest raceday with £4 million in prize money on Saturday 19th October.
Breeders’ Cup Ltd have offered an attractive incentive to the winner as part of the Breeders’ Cup Challenge Series. The successful horse this afternoon, if nominated with Breeders’ Cup, will receive both free entry and a guaranteed start gate in the one mile and four furlongs $2m Maker’s Mark Breeders’ Cup Filly & Mare Turf to be run at Del Mar in California on Saturday November 2nd. Combined with a travel allowance of $40,000 this is a bonus to US bound connections. It is one of only nine UK races to have been provided with this bonus.
The field in the Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks demonstrate the global nature of top class flat racing competition. To further encourage this competition the Japanese Racing Association have offered an attractive incentive to the winner If the successful filly or mare this afternoon also wins the Queen Elizabeth II Cup on Sunday 24th November then connections will qualify for a special bonus valued at $700,000 in addition to their share of £1.8m pot.
Distance
One mile and four furlongs (2,400m)
Prize money
£533,750 (Inc Supplementary)
A BRIEF HISTORY?
MULTIPLE WINNERS?
Obviously before 1971 there couldn’t have been as the race was only open to three-year-old fillies. But since then Only Royale (1993 & 1994) and Islington (2002 & 2003) have both secured back-to-back victories, while Enable won the race as both a three and five-year-old in 2017 and 2019 respectively.
The race was established in 1849, when it was originally restricted to fillies aged three When the present system of race grading was introduced in 1971, the Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks was classed at Group 1 levelthe highest grade of race The race was opened up to older fillies and mares in 1991.
ISN’T THE OAKS RUN AT EPSOM?
The name ‘Oaks’ tends to lend its name to all top class races for fillies. The Yorkshire Oaks often features fillies which previously ran in the Oaks at Epsom. The first to achieve victory in both races was Brown Duchess in 1861, and the most recent was Snowfall in 2021.
Alexandrova
FIRST WINNER?
The inaugural running in 1849 was won by Ellen Middleton, owned by the 2nd Earl of Zetland. However, the first winner of the race as we know it now was Magnificent Star in 1991.
IRISH RAIDERS?
Since the early ‘70s fillies trained in Ireland have had their fair share of success Paddy Prendergast won with Sarah Siddons in 1976 before Jim Bolger added another with Condessa in 1981. After a barren spell, John Oxx added further success with Key Change in 1996 before Aidan O’Brien secured back-to-back victories with Alexandrova & Peeping Fawn in 2006-2007. Jim Bolger made it an Irish hat-trick with Lush Lashes in 2008 and Aidan O’Brien added his third victory with Tapestry in 2014. Recent Irish domination continued in 2015 with victory for Jim Bolger’s Pleascach and Aidan O’Brien almost saddled the 1-2 in 2016 with the brilliant pair of Seventh Heaven and Found. Thereafter, Love, Snowfall and 2023 winner Warm Heart gave him his fifth, sixth and seventh victories. Lush Lashes
LEADING TRAINERS?
The 19th century trainer Matthew Dawson shares top spot with Sir Michael Stoute with nine winners each. Aidan O’Brien recorded another winner last year, as Warm Heart took him to seven wins in the race She joined recent winners Love and Snowfall. So, no pressure on Content and Port Fairy today.
LEADING RIDER?
The legendary Fred Archer holds the record having won this race on 8 occasions. Of those jockeys around today, Ryan Moore leads the way with three winners, the first of which came back in 2014, courtesy of Tapestry
SING WHEN YOU’RE
WINNING!
Lord Lloyd-Webber has won the Pertemps Yorkshire Oaks twice. First with Dar Re Mi in 2009 and again with The Fugue in 2013.
WHO ARE THE SPONSORS?
Pertemps Recruitment Partnership provide recruitment and staffing solutions to clients in the private and public sectors. They provide temporary, permanent and contract jobs to candidates.
EUROPEAN RAIDERS?
Italian Valfredo Valiani landed the honours in 2001 with Super Tassa. Frenchman Alain de Royer-Dupré added further international flavour when Shareta stormed to victory in 2012. The Irish tricolour is flown for Europe today.
Sir Michael Stoute
Fred Archer
BIG RACE TRENDS
THE PERTEMPS NETWORK YORKSHIRE OAKS (BRITISH CHAMPIONS SERIES) (GROUP 1)
PREVIOUS WINNERS - LAST TEN RUNNINGS
Year Winner Trainer Jockey
2023 Warm Heart Aidan O'Brien James Doyle
AGE
Three-year-olds would appear to be the age group to concentrate on as they have won 20 of the 32 renewals since the race was opened up to older fillies in 1991. The victory of Snowfall in 2021 saw them keep their advantage over their older rivals. Alpinista became only the second five-year-old to win the race in the last 20 years, the other being Enable. So it takes a special horse to do it! With that said, Emily Upjohn has big hooves to follow.
TRAINERS
Aidan O’Brien has seven wins in the Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks, he has a strong hand again this year with Port Fairy and Content.
RECENT FORM
Whilst seven of the last twelve winners arrived here on the back of a win, three fillies had finished second, which confirms the fact that a filly needs to be at the top of her game coming into the race. Taking the recent form angle a little further we see that all of the last ten winners had contested a Group 1 on their last start showing that you need to be a top-class performer to go close.
CONCLUSION
KEY RACES
With three-year-olds holding sway it isn’t surprising that the Epsom Oaks has provided a number of winners of this race. Alexandrova, 2017’s winner Enable, 2020 champion, Love and 2021 superstar Snowfall have completed the double in recent years. The Juddmonte Irish Oaks also stands up well, probably as there are only five weeks between the two races making it much easier for a trainer to keep his filly in tip-top condition. 9 of the last 21 Irish Oaks winners made their way to the Knavesmire, with Snowfall becoming the eighth to record the double.
BETTING
Those towards the head of the betting are more often than not the group to focus on. Six of the previous seven winners were sent off favourite and of those seven, four were odds on Only three horses have won at over 100/30, those being Pleascach in 2015, Tapestry a year earlier and the biggest-priced winner came last year when Warm Heart won at 9/1.
KEY TRENDS
Focus on the three-year-olds
Top two finish last time
Ran at Epsom or The Curragh
Favourite
Emily Upjohn bids to follow in the footsteps of Alpinista and Enable by defying the five-year-old trend. She no doubt has the experience to aid her case but must give 9lb to the new kids on the block which makes her opposable. The Ballydoyle filly CONTENT went mightily close to landing the Juddmonte Irish Oaks but was run down late by rival again today You Got To Me. She was having her first run upped in trip at the Curragh and is sure to take another step forward today, with Ryan Moore back in the saddle. Three-year-olds have a terrific record in the race and when you couple that with the record of Aidan O'Brien, it could well be the winning combination. Stablemate Port Fairy was well beaten in that race and it's hard to see her get competitive again. Although Queen Of The Pride takes another step up in Grade, fillies towards the top of the market are one to keep an eye on so she is of obvious interest, also.
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4th Race 3.35
The Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks (Group
1) (British
Champions Series)
One Mile About Four Furlongs (2,400 metres)
See page 94 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 1m 4f
Race Type: Group One
Prize Money: £533,750 (inc. Supplementary)
Age: 3+ f&m
Stalls: Centre
Our feature race, as a Group One, is of the highest possible quality and is another female-only contest.
As befits Ladies Day, this race is only open to 3yo+ fillies and mares and is over one and a half miles. Older runners carry more weight that the classic generation to reflect their greater maturity; see how the 3yos such as Content have the lightest loads.
Check the Press tipsters board by the Winner’s Enclosure to see who they think is the best (and to give you someone to blame).
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: WARM HEART
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien
Jockey: James Doyle
Age/Weight: 3-9-0
Runners: 10 SP: 9/1
Warm Heart looked to relish a return to quicker conditions, travelling all over her rivals before producing a fine finishing effort to land this contest 12 months ago
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 (14-19): Leading course trainer (19-24): W Haggas (35 wins from 208 runners, 17%) runs SEA THEME
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W Haggas (14 wins from 42 runners, 33%) runs SEA THEME
Fancy That: A P O’Brien won this race in 2014, 2016, 2020, 2021 & 2023. The stable runs CONTENT & PORT FAIRY today.
Longest Travellers: PORT FAIRY & CONTENT trained by A O’Brien, Ireland.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 20th August.
KNAVESMIRE TIP
Three-year-olds have won eight of the last 10 renewals of this prestigious fillies and mares showpiece and, having been responsible for five of those heroines, Aidan O’Brien’s trusted formula for success has been formidable Content and Port Fairy are two high-class contenders for O’Brien this time around, with the former readily suggested as the Ballydoyle flag-bearer However, both were outgunned by YOU GOT TO ME in the Irish Oaks last month and it is the Ralph Beckett-trained filly who appeals most from the Classic generation. The rapidly improving Queen Of The Pride has the younger legs and shades the stoic Emily Upjohn as the main contender for the Gosdens on this occasion.
4th Race 3.35
The Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks
1 Emily Upjohn (GB) (21)
B m Sea The Stars (IRE) - Hidden Brief
Owner: Lloyd Webber, Tactful Finance, S Roden
Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket
Distance: 1m 4f
Race Type: Group One
Prize Money: £533,750 (inc. Supplementary)
Age: 3+ f&m
Stalls: Centre
5 9-9 (61.2) (2)
Form: 20-5426 C D BF
Breeder: Lordship Stud & Sunderland Holding Inc
Winner of five races from 1m 1f to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft and on the all-weather Finished 9l behind Opera Singer when sixth of 9 at 7-4fav on her latest outing in the Group 1 Qatar Nassau Stakes at Goodwood over 1m 2f (good to firm). Official BHA Rating 116 SP: 9-2
2
Mistral Star (GB) (33)
B f Frankel - Shirocco Star
Owner: Helena Springfield Ltd
Trainer: Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley
4 9-9 (61.2) (4)
Form: 412-531 D
Breeder: Meon Valley Stud
She has won three times from 1m 2f to 1m 4f on good to firm and good ground. A winner at 5-1 at Newmarket over 1m 4f (good to firm) on her latest outing last month, beating Shining Jewel by 3 1/2l. Official BHA Rating 106 SP: 16-1
3 Queen of The Pride (GB) (47)
B f Roaring Lion (USA) - Simple Verse (IRE)
Owner: Qatar Racing Limited
Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket
4 9-9 (61.2) (6)
Form: 01-211 D
Breeder: The Simple Verse Partnership
She has won three times from 1m 2f to 1m 4f on good and good to soft ground. A winner at 10-3 in the Group 2 Lancashire Oaks at Haydock over 1m 4f (good) on her latest outing last month, beating Tiffany by 3l. Has won twice at Haydock this season. Official BHA Rating 111 SP: 11-4
4
Sea Theme (IRE) (26)
B f Sea The Stars (IRE) - Mayhem (IRE)
Owner: Sheikh Juma Dalmook Al Maktoum
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket
4 9-9 (61.2) (1)
Form: 110-461 CD Breeder: C-Squared Investments
She has won three times at 1m 4f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. A winner at 4-1 at Clairefontaine over 1m 4f (good to soft) on her latest outing last month, beating Scarlett O’Hara by 4 1/2l. Official BHA Rating 106 SP: 28-1
5 Content (IRE) (33)
B f Galileo (IRE) - Mecca’s Angel (IRE)
Owner: Westerberg/Mrs J Magnier/M Tabor/D Smith
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien, Ireland
3 9-0 (57.2) (3)
Form: 14-0032 BF Breeder: Coolmore
Successful at 7f and 1m on good and soft ground. Beaten 3/4l by You Got To Me when second of 14 at 3-1fav on her latest outing in the Group 1 Juddmonte Irish Oaks at Curragh over 1m 4f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 110
6 Lava Stream (IRE) (33)
Gr f Too Darn Hot - Stream Song
Owner: Elwick Stud
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
3-1
3 9-0 (57.2) (7)
Form: 51-1120
Breeder: Elwick Stud
She has won three times from 1m to 1m 2f on ground varying from good to heavy Beaten 11l behind You Got To Me at 7-1 when 9th of 14 on her latest outing in the Group 1 Juddmonte Irish Oaks at Curragh over 1m 4f (good) last month. Has won at Goodwood and Doncaster this season. Official BHA Rating 107 SP: 25-1
7 Port Fairy (IRE) (33)
Ch f Australia - Fabulae (IRE)
Owner: M Tabor/D Smith/Mrs J Magnier/Westerberg
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien, Ireland
3 9-0 (57.2) (8)
Form: 0-1210 D
Breeder: Whisperview Trading Ltd
Successful at 1m 3f and 1m 4f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Beaten 17l behind You Got To Me at 9-1 when 13th of 14 on her latest outing in the Group 1 Juddmonte Irish Oaks at Curragh over 1m 4f (good) last month. Has won at Ascot and Dundalk this season. Official BHA Rating 108 SP: 28-1
8 You Got To Me (GB) (33)
B f Nathaniel (IRE) - Brushing
Owner: Valmont & Newsells Park Stud Bldstk.24
Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down
3 9-0 (57.2) (5)
Form: 15-1441 D
Breeder: Dullingham Park Stud & Sarabex
She has won three times from 1m to 1m 4f on good ground and on the all-weather A winner at 15-2 in the Group 1 Juddmonte Irish Oaks at Curragh over 1m 4f (good) on her latest outing last month, beating Content by 3/4l. Has also won at Lingfield this season. Official BHA Rating 111 SP: 5-1
Kieran Shoemark Bradley Bosley
William Buick
Oisin Murphy Sachin Holay
Tom Marquand Svitlana Zinchenko
SP:
Ryan Moore Trevor O’Neil
Daniel Tudhope Kate Turton
W. M. Lordan Siobhan Bergin
Hector Crouch Charlie Bennett
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see opposite page
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For Sire/Dam
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Cape Cross (IRE)
Urban Sea (USA)
Barathea (IRE)
Hazaradjat (IRE)
Galileo (IRE)
Kind (IRE)
Shirocco (GER)
Spectral Star (GB)
Kitten’s Joy (USA)
Vionnet (USA)
Duke of Marmalade (IRE)
Guantanamera (IRE)
Cape Cross (IRE)
Urban Sea (USA)
Whipper (USA)
Hit The Sky (IRE)
Sadler’s Wells (USA)
Urban Sea (USA)
Dark Angel (IRE)
Folga (GB)
Dubawi (IRE)
Dar Re Mi (GB)
Mastercraftsman (IRE)
Montare (IRE)
Galileo (IRE)
Green Desert (USA)
Park Appeal
Miswaki (USA)
Allegretta
Sadler’s Wells (USA)
Brocade
Darshaan
Hazy Idea
Sadler’s Wells (USA)
Urban Sea (USA)
Danehill (USA)
Rainbow Lake (GB)
Monsun (GER)
So Sedulous (USA)
Unfuwain (USA)
Hyperspectra (GB)
El Prado (IRE)
Kitten’s First (USA)
Street Sense (USA)
Cambiocorsa (USA)
Danehill (USA)
Love Me True (USA)
Sadler’s Wells (USA)
Bluffing (IRE)
Green Desert (USA)
Park Appeal
Miswaki (USA)
Allegretta
Miesque’s Son (USA)
Myth To Reality (FR)
Cozzene (USA)
Cerulean Sky (IRE)
Northern Dancer
Fairy Bridge (USA)
Miswaki (USA)
Allegretta
Acclamation (GB)
Midnight Angel (GB)
Atraf (GB)
Desert Dawn
Dubai Millennium (GB)
Zomaradah (GB)
Singspiel (IRE)
Darara
Danehill Dancer (IRE)
Starlight Dreams (USA)
Montjeu (IRE)
Contare (GB)
Sadler’s Wells (USA)
Urban Sea (USA)
For Sire/Dam see opposite page
Ouija Board (GB)
Fastnet Rock (AUS)
Eccentricity (USA)
Galileo (IRE)
For Sire/Dam see opposite page
Magnificient Style (USA)
Medicean (GB)
Seasonal Blossom (IRE)
Cape Cross (IRE)
Selection Board
Danehill (USA)
Piccadilly Circus (AUS)
Kingmambo (USA)
Shiva (JPN)
Sadler’s Wells (USA)
Urban Sea (USA)
Silver Hawk (USA)
Mia Karina (USA)
Machiavellian (USA)
Mystic Goddess (USA)
Fairy King (USA)
Temporary Lull (USA)
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 8............................................................................................(EXACTA)
Hood worn by No 6. Visor worn by No 7. Tongue Strap worn by No 8. STEWARDS NOTE
EMILY UPJOHN: Following its run on 1/8/2024 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run. PROBABLE S.P.’S
11-4 Queen of The Pride (GB), 3-1 Content (IRE), 9-2 Emily Upjohn (GB), 5-1 You Got To Me (GB), 16-1 Mistral
28-1 Sea Theme (IRE), Port Fairy (IRE) RESULT & PRIZE MONEY
25-1
FOURTH RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by a representative of Pertemps Network.
Pertemps Network have generously given £200 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race and £100 to the groom responsible for the winning horse
1. Emily Upjohn, 3. Queen Of The Pride, 4. Sea Theme 5. Content, 6. Lava Stream, 7. Port Fairy & 8. You Got To Me hold an entry in the QIPCO British Champions Fillies & Mares Stakes on Saturday 19th October for which supplementary entries can be received by noon on Monday 14th October for a stake of £37,500
5. Content holds an entry in the QIPCO British Champion Stakes on Saturday 19th October for which supplementary entries can be received by noon on Monday 16th October for a stake of £75,000.
9. Port Fairy hold an entry in the Betfred St Leger on Saturday 14th September for which supplementary entries can be received by noon on Monday 11th September for a stake of £50,000
by
Elizabeth
Star (GB),
Lava Stream (IRE),
WHAT’S IN THE TRUCK?
You may have noticed the groundsman’s pick-up truck out on the course, but what does it carry?
keeping our four-legged friends off the track
Dog
White tape, cable ties seven poles
Spare running rail & accessories
Bucket of sand
‘Joint Favourites #4 by Rob Hefferan, acrylic on canvas, 97 cm x 61 cm
A TRIBUTE TO SIR HENRY CECIL
JOHN SEXTON REFLECTS ON ONE OF THE GREATS
It seems barely credible that eleven years have passed since the racing world lost one of its true giants with the passing of trainer, Sir Henry Cecil, who is remembered today with the ninth running of the EBF and Sir Henry Cecil Galtres Stakes.
Throughout his 44-year career, the Sky Bet Ebor Festival always played a significant role in Sir Henry’s plans each season and Warren Place winners abounded on the Knavesmire each August, including three in the race which now bears his name.
It was not until 1986 that Sir Henry broke his duck in the EBF Galtres Stakes with Startino, but a second winner quickly followed when Upend, owned and bred by the former Newmarket chairman Peter Player, beat the favourite Percy’s Lass by a rather cosy half-length.
Sir Henry’s third and final winner of the EBF Galtres Stakes was Eva Luna, who had the advantage of a trademark ride from Pat Eddery, another legend racing has lost all too soon, as they out battled Sir Michael Stoute’s Time Allowed, himself under a great ride from John Reid.
As with many of his top horses, Eva Luna was owned and bred by the late Prince Khalid Abdullah, the filly did not make her racecourse debut until she was four and was having only the second race of her career that day. In a nomenclature quirk, she was one of two fillies to be named
Eva Luna foaled in 1992 – the other was trained by Jim Bolger retired after her classic campaign.
Those three Galtres triumphs, like all his Knavesmire winners, were a source of deep satisfaction on a racecourse he loved, in a county that was very dear to his heart.
Few would dispute that Sir Henry Cecil was the greatest British trainer of the 20th Century. Twenty-five British Classics, six more in Ireland, seventy-five Royal Ascot winners, the first man to saddle 3,000 winners on the Flat in Britain and the first British trainer to win the French Derby, all testify to his brilliance.
He learned his trade from two masters, growing up first as the step-son of Royal trainer Captain Cecil Boyd-Rochfort and then as son-in-law of Sir Noel Murless, the outstanding British-based trainer of the 1960’s. They were hard acts to follow, but Sir Henry was to add that magical and indefinable quality which took him from very good to brilliant. It could have been the patience and attention to detail that he learnt tending his rose garden or simply that his natural ease and relaxed demeanour transmitted to his horses.
Midday, carrying the Juddmonte colours, becomes Sir Henry’s fifth Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks winner
Sir Henry & Lady Cecil enjoy a quieter moment
Whatever the reason, Cecil’s innate ability, coupled with the quality of horse he could attract to Warren Place, his base from 1977, meant his runners dominated the championship races. From Royal Ascot to York; from Newmarket to Goodwood, Cecil ruled supreme.
Like Alec Taylor in the early part of the 20th Century, Cecil’s was not a betting yard, but very much a yard to bet on, making him the trainer of choice with punters up and down the land.
In the golden summer of 1987, Cecil won one of his ten Trainers’ Championships with 180 winners, an unheard of tally in those days before Sunday fixtures and all-weather racing expanded the programme book. It was achieved between March and November and with barely a handicap winner among them.
So many of his horses were pattern race standard that a Cecil runner in a handicap was treated like the Holy Grail by punters. That was why much excitement surrounded the appearance of the Cecil-trained Kneller in the Sky Bet Ebor of 1988. With an Eddery aboard again, this time Paul not Pat, a 9-1 win resulted, a handy return for a horse whose next two races were victories in the Doncaster and the Jockey Club Cups!
But then, York was always good to Sir Henry, just as he was always good to York. He loved the Knavesmire for its fairness. He mingled freely with racegoers and always seemed to have time to talk despite amassing some 137 winners at the track.
Congratulate him on a winner and almost inevitably he would turn, cock his head to one side in his trademark pose and ask what you thought of the horse and the race. More importantly, he would then listen attentively to the answer.
And there were many chances for congratulation at York. His seven winners in the Al Basti Equiworld Dubai Dante still stands as a record for the race as does his nine victories in the Tattersalls Musidora.
It was always said that he was better with fillies than colts, which may be more a relative than an absolute assessment, given his total of eighteen 1000 Guineas and Oaks winners is double that of his nine 2000 Guineas and Derby champions.
His York winners seem to support the point, with one of his seven Dante winners, the 1987 hero Reference Point winning the Betfred Derby, while three
of the Musidora stars, Diminuendo, Snow Bride and Reams of Verse added an Oaks.
Consider five winners of the Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks, spanning the decades from Connaught Bridge in 1979 to Midday in 2010 and it seems the case is proven. But there is more to weigh. Add into the big race mix, four winners of the Juddmonte International spread over nearly forty years from Wollow in 1976 to Frankel in 2012, plus four more colts in the Sky Bet Great Voltigeur, as well as a couple of Al Basti Equiworld Dubai Gimcrack triumphs and you get a taste of what the Knavesmire meant to Sir Henry, prizes to be aimed for, regardless of the gender of the thoroughbred.
Celestial Cloud set the ball rolling at Ripon in May 1969, the first of 3,431 worldwide victories His last winner here was First Mohican, the opening victor of York’s 2013 season. He started favourite, of course, making it apt that Sir Henry’s first and last winners were in his beloved Yorkshire. His last runner at York was Ace of Valhalla just two weeks before his passing.
Those names will probably drift into obscurity with the passing of the years, unlike that of Frankel, whose truly astounding win in the 2012 Juddmonte International is indelibly imprinted in the minds of all who saw it. Knighted for services to the sport in 2011, it was fitting that Sir Henry Cecil’s last big race win at York should be with Frankel. Was he the greatest horse who ever raced? Very possibly. Hugely impressive though Mark Johnston’s record haul truly is, was Sir Henry Cecil the greatest British trainer of all time? Quite probably. Both legendary horse and trainer now have permanent markers in their honour at York with a life size statue and a set of wrought iron gates respectively. It is little wonder then that the spontaneous appeal for “three cheers for Sir ‘enry” was greeted so rapturously around the Winner’s Enclosure that August; he may have loved York, but York also loved him.
Frankel with winning owner Prince Khalid Abdullah and Sir Henry Cecil - both men, much missed
TOP JOCKEY AT YORK
The Championship will be determined by the number of winners recorded and in the event of a tie, placed efforts will prove the deciding factor. The winner will receive the acclaimed Living North Trophy, as well as £2,500, to celebrate their achievement
The Lion In Winter broke the course record for juveniles over seven furlongs when completing the first leg of an emphatic treble for Ryan Moore. Moving him joint top of the standings.
The British EBF & Sir Henry Cecil Galtres Stakes (Listed Race)
One Mile About Four Furlongs (2,400 metres)
See page 94 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 1m 4f
Race Type: Listed
Prize Money: £100,000
Age: 3+ f&m
Stalls: Centre
Again, part of the Pattern pyramid, this Listed race is for 3yo+ fillies and mares.
All are registered with the European Breeders’ Fund. This means that their sire (father) is based and registered in Europe with the EBF, which is a scheme to encourage the best in bloodstock.
Tough to win, tougher still to pick the winner, perhaps pay a visit to the Parade Ring to see them up close before investing your cash
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: SEA THEME
Trainer: William Haggas
Jockey: Tom Marquand
Age/Weight: 3-9-0
Runners: 11 SP: 5/2F
There was plenty of confidence about this exciting filly beforehand and she duly rewarded those backing her with a gutsy winning run.
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 (14-19): Leading course trainer (19-24): W Haggas (35 wins from 208 runners, 17%) runs SEA JUST IN TIME
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W Haggas (14 wins from 42 runners, 33%) runs SEA JUST IN TIME Fancy That: W Haggas won this race in 2014 and 2023. The stable runs SEA JUST IN TIME today. Longest Traveller: SATIN trained by J Harrington, Ireland.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 20th August.
KNAVESMIRE TIP
William Haggas won this race in 2013, 2014 and again last year, which all bodes well for the progressive SEA JUST IN TIME, who is capable of making a big impression now she steps back up in class. The holder of a couple of Group 1 entries, the daughter of Sea The Stars appears to have an outstanding chance here. Nakheel was two places ahead of the selection when third at Goodwood in June but failed to build on that at Newmarket last time With that in mind, Karmology may pose a bigger threat given her course record
Distance: 1m 4f
Race Type: Listed
The British EBF & Sir Henry Cecil
1 Divina Grace (IRE) (19)
9-13 (63.0) (2)
B f Golden Horn - Beautiful Forest Jockey: Billy Loughnane
Owner: Top Hat and Tails
Trainer: Rae Guest, Newmarket
Form: 2-34351 D
Breeder: Godolphin
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m 4f on good to firm ground A winner at 6-1 at Newmarket over 1m 4f (good to firm) on her latest outing earlier this month, beating Place Of Safety by 1 1/4l. Official BHA Rating 100 SP: 12-1
2
Climate Friendly (GB) (19)
9-9 (61.2) (11)
Ch f Frankel - Unex Mona Lisa Jockey: Robert Havlin
Owner: The Gredley Family
Trainer: James Owen, Newmarket Form: 00346-0 D
Breeder: Stetchworth & Middle Park Studs Ltd
A winner at 1m 4f on good ground. Well beaten at 20-1 behind Divina Grace when last of 9 on her latest outing at Newmarket over 1m 4f (good to firm) earlier this month. She is wearing a visor for the first time Official BHA Rating 94 SP: 33-1
3 Dora Milaje (IRE) (12)
B f Mondialiste (IRE) - Barefoot Contessa (FR)
Owner: Elwick Stud
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
9-9 (61.2) (10)
Jockey: Daniel Tudhope
Form: 521464
Breeder: Elwick Stud
She has won three times from 1m to 1m 2f on good to firm and good ground. Finished 3 1/2l behind Choisya when fourth of 9 at 33-1 on her latest outing at Haydock over 1m (good to firm) earlier this month. She is wearing a hood for the first time Official BHA Rating 96 SP: 50-1
4 Esmeray (IRE) (33)
B f Sea The Moon (GER) - Exploitation (IRE)
Owner: Mrs Lynn Turner & Mr Guy Brook
Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down
4 9-9 (61.2) (4)
Jockey: Rossa Ryan
Form: 3-31110 D
Breeder: Sir E. J. Loder
She has won four times from 1m 2f to 1m 4f on good and good to soft ground. Beaten 16l behind Mistral Star at 10-1 when 10th of 13 on her latest outing at Newmarket over 1m 4f (good to firm) last month. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 91 SP: 20-1
5 Karmology (GB) (27)
B f Golden Horn - Karmadal (IRE)
Owner: David & Yvonne Blunt
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
9-9 (61.2) (3)
Jockey: Sam James
Form: 14-3212 C
Breeder: David & Yvonne Blunt
She has won three times from 1m to 1m 2f on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather Beaten 1 1/4l by Verbier when second of 9 at 3-1 on her latest outing here over 1m 2f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 93 SP: 9-1
6
Satin (GB)
Ch f Australia - Countryside
Owner: Mrs S. Kelly
(8) 4 9-9 (61.2) (8)
Trainer: Mrs J. Harrington, Ireland
Jockey: Ryan Moore
Form: 41513-4
Breeder: Crimbourne Bloodstock Ltd
She has won three times from 1m to 1m 5f on good and yielding ground. Finished 6l behind Smooth Tom when last of 4 at 4-1 on her latest outing at Gowran Park over 1m 4f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 103 SP: 10-1
7
Scenic
(FR) (25) 4 9-9 (61.2) (6)
B f Lope de Vega (IRE) - Ghalyah
Owner: David Ward
Jockey: Oisin Murphy
Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
Trainer: Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn Form: 22-1653 D
A winner at 1m 4f on the all-weather Third of 8 behind Goya Senora beaten a head at 8-1 on her latest outing at Deauville over 1m 7f (soft) last
B f Farhh - Natural Scenery Jockey: William Buick
Owner: Rabbah Racing
Trainer: Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket Form: 0-113 D Breeder: Godolphin
9
Nakheel
(FR) (33) 3 9-0 (57.2) (7)
Ch f Dubawi (IRE) - Into The Mystic (IRE)
Owner: Sheikh Ahmed Al Maktoum
Jockey: Jim Crowley
Breeder: Godolphin
Trainer: Owen Burrows, Lambourn Form: 6-134
A winner at 1m 2f on good to soft ground. Finished 8l behind Mistral Star when fourth of 13 at 12-1 on her latest outing at Newmarket over 1m 4f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 95 SP: 16-1
10
Noisy Jazz (GB) (20)
B f Ulysses (IRE) - Miss Brown To You (IRE)
Owner: The Gredley Family
3 9-0 (57.2) (1)
Jockey: Silvestre De Sousa
Breeder: Stetchworth & Middle Park Studs Ltd
Trainer: James Owen, Newmarket Form: 1
Half-sister to Big Orange, won eight times between 1m 2f and 2m 4f including a Group 1 race. A winner at 25-1 at Newmarket over 1m (good) on her latest outing earlier this month, beating Charlotte’s Web by 5l. Official BHA Rating - SP: 12-1
11 Sea Just In Time (IRE) (15)
B f Sea The Stars (IRE) - My Timing
Owner: Sunderland Holding Inc.
3 9-0 (57.2) (5)
Jockey: Tom Marquand
Breeder: Sunderland Holding Inc.
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket Form: 161 D
Successful at 1m 2f and 1m 4f on good ground and on the all-weather Won on her latest outing when 2-5fav at Kempton over 1m 4f earlier this month, beating Beeley by 1l. Has also won at Newmarket this season. Official BHA Rating 94 SP: 15-8
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11...........................................................................................(EXACTA)
Hood worn first time by No 3. Visor worn first time by No 2. Tongue Strap worn by No 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 6. PROBABLE S.P.’S
15-8 Sea Just In Time (IRE), 9-1 Karmology (GB), Fairy Glen (FR), 10-1 Satin (GB), 12-1 Divina Grace (IRE), Noisy Jazz (GB), 14-1 Scenic (FR), 16-1 Nakheel (FR), 20-1 Esmeray (IRE), 33-1 Climate Friendly (GB), 50-1 Dora Milaje (IRE)
RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION
FIFTH RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Arthur Boyd-Rochfort, brother of the late Sir Henry Cecil.
The sponsors have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race and £100 to the racing groom responsible for the winning horse.
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The sensory-junction.co.uk Autism Awareness
EBF Stallions Nursery Stakes
About Seven Furlongs (1,400 metres)
See page 94 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 7f
Race Type: Handicap
Prize Money: £100,000
Age: 2
Stalls: Farside
A further handicap to solve, this time limited to 2yo’s, going 7 furlongs. Although they are the babies of the equine world, their previous run(s) mean that they should all know what they are here to do
More significantly, dedicated race watchers and bookmakers will be aware of them so perhaps look for a clue in the betting market
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: GUSHING GOLD
Trainer: Andrew Balding
Jockey: William Buick
Age/Weight: 2-9-3
Runners: 20 SP: 7/1
Sent off the bigger price of the two Balding runners, Gushing Gold got off the mark at the fifth time of asking, making use of a lenient handicap mark.
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
Racing Post Standard Time: 1m 22.90s
Course Record: 1m 21.58s by The Lion In Winter (21-Aug-24)
All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last seven years
Leading course trainer (14-19): Leading course trainer (19-24): W Haggas (35 wins from 208 runners, 17%) runs ART MARKET
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W Haggas (14 wins from 42 runners, 33%) runs ART MARKET
Fancy That: A Balding won this race in 2021 and 2023. The stable runs SPELL MASTER today.
Longest Traveller: ORIGINAL OUTLAW trained by R Beckett, Kimpton Down, 251 miles.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 20th August.
KNAVESMIRE TIP
AGE OF GOLD scored in the style of a smart prospect over 6f at Yarmouth on his debut in May, prior to finishing seventh in the Chesham at Royal Ascot. Having been gelded since, he gets the tentative nod to score on his nursery debut. Original Outlaw looked likely to score before being caught by his stablemate when second in a similar event at Goodwood three weeks ago, and he can emerge as the main danger upped 6lb Dividend and Seagolazo are others for the shortlist. AGE OF GOLD
The sensory-junction.co.uk Autism Awareness EBF Stallions Nursery Stakes
Foaled 6 Apr Full brother to Fivethousandtoone, won three times at 6f A winner at 6f on good to soft ground. Beaten 14l behind Bedtime Story at 10-3 when seventh of 15 on his latest outing at Ascot over 7f (good to firm) in June. Official BHA Rating 89 SP: 12-1
2
Spell Master (GB) (19)
9-6 (59.9) (11)
B c Kameko (USA) - Golden Spell Jockey: Oisin Murphy
Owner: Mr Saeed Suhail
Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
Form: 621 D
Breeder: The Golden Spell Partnership
Foaled 13 Jan. A winner at 4-1 at Goodwood over 7f (good to firm) on his latest outing earlier this month, dead-heating with Hott Shott. Official BHA Rating 86 SP: 17-2
3 Dividend (GB) (26)
B c Kodiac - Dabble (IRE)
Owner: Commercium
Trainer: Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich
9-6 (59.9) (1)
Rossa Ryan
515 D
Breeder: Mr G. S. Bishop
Foaled 3 Feb. A winner at 7f on good to firm ground Finished 10l behind Al Qudra when last of 5 at 22-1 on his latest outing at Ascot over 7f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 86 SP: 25-1
4 Original Outlaw (GB) (21)
Br c Wootton Bassett - Dreams With You
Owner: Valmont & Mr John Gunther
Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down
9-6 (59.9)
Hector Crouch
0322
Mr John Gunther
Foaled 14 Mar. Placed in three of four starts. Beaten a neck by Mr Chaplin when second of 16 at 9-1 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 7f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 86 SP: 14-1
5 Hot Property (GB) (16)
B c Too Darn Hot - Instance
Owner: Jane Newett and Dougie Livingston
Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham
9-5
Billy Loughnane
431 D Breeder: Mr Charles Fox
Foaled 15 Apr A winner at 2-1 at Catterick over 7f (good to firm) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Grecian Legacy by 6l. Official BHA Rating 85 SP: 16-1
6 Griselda (IRE) (19)
B f Kodi Bear (IRE) - Geizy Teizy (IRE)
Owner: The Trading Partnership Trainer: George Scott, Newmarket
9-3 (58.5) (12)
Callum Rodriguez
001110
Ross Moorhead
Foaled 20 Feb. She has won three times at 6f on good to firm and good to soft ground. Beaten 14l behind Magic Mild at 13-2 when eighth of 10 on her latest outing at Newmarket over 6f (good to firm) earlier this month. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 83 SP: 25-1
7
Seagolazo (IRE) (26)
Gr c Havana Grey - Soho Susie (IRE)
Owner: Two Plus Three Two Plus Four
(7)
Jockey: Kevin Stott
Trainer: Hugo Palmer, Malpas Form: 431 D Breeder: Soho Susie Partnership
Foaled 30 Mar Won on his latest outing when 10-11fav at Chester over 7f (good) last month, beating Wiltshire Lad by 1 1/2l. Official BHA Rating 83 SP: 16-1
8 Angel Hunter (GB) (18)
9-3 (58.5) (17)
B c Acclamation - Ruxleys Star (USA) Jockey: Ryan Moore
Owner: Mr William Stobart
Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough
Form: 343 BF
Breeder: Pineapple Stud Ltd
Foaled 22 Mar Placed twice in three starts. Third of 12 behind Leonardo Dax beaten 1 1/4l at 2-1fav on his latest outing at Haydock over 6f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 83 SP: 9-1
9
King of Angels (IRE) (21)
B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Paradwys (IRE)
Owner: Roudee Racing 15
(9)
Jockey: David Egan
Breeder: Cooneen Stud
Trainer: Hugo Palmer, Malpas Form: 4310 D
Foaled 17 Mar A winner at 7f on good ground. Beaten 6l behind Mr Chaplin at 20-1 when 10th of 16 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 7f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 82 SP: 40-1
10
Cyclonite (USA) (20)
Ch c Bucchero (USA) - Compact Powder (CAN)
Owner: Ironhorse Racing Stable & Harlow Stables
(6)
Jockey: Tom Eaves
Trainer: James Ferguson, Newmarket Form: 55321
Breeder: Superbad Stables Llc
Foaled 8 May. A winner at 7-2 at Newcastle over 6f on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Mr Cool by a neck. Official BHA Rating 81 SP: 11-1
11
Shazani (FR) (20)
B c Dark Angel (IRE) - Sonjeu (FR)
Owner: Peter Savill & Partner
(57.2) (13)
Jockey: Silvestre De Sousa
Breeder: Beauvoir, Michenot, Demailly
Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham Form: 04100
Foaled 17 Apr A winner at 6f on good ground. Beaten 6l behind Artagnan at 50-1 when 9th of 16 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 6f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 80 SP: 28-1
12
Jayvee (IRE) (62)
B f Dandy Man (IRE) - Golden Salute (IRE)
Owner: Medallion, Aldabbagh & Weston
Trainer: Brian Ellison, Malton
(56.7) (3)
Jockey: Connor Beasley
Form: 100
Breeder: Airlie
Stud & Mrs S. M. Rogers
Foaled 2 Mar. A winner at 5f on soft ground. Beaten 11l behind Fairy Godmother at 50-1 when 9th of 16 on her latest outing in the Group 3 Albany Stakes at Ascot over 6f (good to firm) in June Official BHA Rating 79 SP: 18-1
13 Art Market (IRE) (23)
B c Calyx - Mrs Bouquet
Owner: Mr R. A. Green
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket
(14)
Jockey: Tom Marquand
Form: 05611 D
Breeder: Sandy & Liz Persse
Foaled 14 Mar Successful at 6f and 7f on good to firm and good ground. A winner at 3-1 at Yarmouth over 7f (good to firm) on his latest outing last month, beating Expensive Rose by 1/2l. Has also won at Ascot this season. Official BHA Rating 78 SP: 10-1
14 Qaseem (IRE) (18)
B c Acclamation - Dew (IRE)
Owner: Mr E. A. Al Afoo
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
(8)
Jockey: Clifford Lee
Form: 0221
Breeder: Carrigbeg Stud and Gavan Kinch
Foaled 28 Apr. A winner at 9-2 at Haydock over 6f (good) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Airspeed by a short head. Official BHA Rating 78 SP:
15
Dukes of Haather (GB) (21)
B c Mohaather - Dutch S
Owner: Keatley Owners Group, Finneran & Moore
Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton
Jockey: Jason Watson
Form: 033310 D Breeder: J. Bernstein & R. Haim
Foaled 21 Mar A winner at 7f on good to soft ground. Beaten 5l behind Mr Chaplin at 28-1 when seventh of 16 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 7f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 77 SP: 28-1
16 Miss Hathaway (GB) (17)
B f Bungle Inthejungle - Secretarial (IRE)
Owner: The Wolf Pack 2 and Partner
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Foaled 31 Jan. Placed in four of six starts. Third of 8 behind Toomuchforme beaten 7l at 6-4fav on her latest
Jockey: Sean Kirrane
Form: 442323 BF Breeder: Habton Racing
at
over 6f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 76 SP: 40-1
17 Tuscan Point (IRE) (18)
B c Blue Point (IRE) - Tuscan Oasis (IRE)
Owner: P. D. Smith Holdings Ltd
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
(53.1) (15)
Jockey: Joe Fanning
Form: 55052
Breeder: Corduff Stud
Foaled 5 Feb. Placed once in five starts. Beaten 4l by New Bombay when second of 8 at 11-1 on his latest outing at Chester over 7f (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 71
SP: 12-1
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 17...........................................................................................(EXACTA)
Blinkers worn by No 4, 10, 15 Tongue Strap worn by No 16. STEWARDS NOTE
DIVIDEND: Following its run on 27/7/2024 it was reported that the horse ran green.
TUSCAN POINT: Following its run on 4/8/2024 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run 1.5f out.
PROBABLE S.P.’S
17-2 Spell Master (GB), 9-1 Angel Hunter (GB), 10-1 Art Market (IRE), 11-1 Cyclonite (USA), 12-1 Age of Gold (IRE), Qaseem (IRE), Tuscan Point (IRE), 14-1 Original Outlaw (GB), 16-1 Hot Property (GB), Seagolazo (IRE), 18-1 Jayvee (IRE), 25-1 Dividend (GB), Griselda (IRE), 28-1 Shazani (FR), Dukes of Haather (GB), 40-1 King of Angels (IRE), Miss Hathaway (GB) RESULT
SIXTH RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Jason Pedder & Jonathan Fox, Directors of Sensory Junction.
Sensory Junction have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race and £50 to the racing groom responsible for the winning horse
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The British EBF Fillies’ Stakes (Heritage Handicap)
About Seven Furlongs (1,400 metres)
See page 94 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 7f
Race Type:
Age: 3+ f&m
Stalls: Farside
On Ladies Day a final all-female competitive handicap, again for 3yo and older, this time over seven furlongs.
The £100,000 prize money as well as the handicap rating band of 0-105 means that it will attract some pretty smart types (like for Test cricketers a score of over 100 denotes a top performer). The horse considered by the handicapper as the best will carry the most weight; Nine Tenths, today.
It may a be a little late to discover him, perhaps follow the racecourse tipster, Baron Ferdinand, who has marked his selections with a red bi plane
He could provide you with a last gasp winner so that you can bask in your success until at least 1.52pm tomorrow
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: NIGIRI
Trainer: Ralph Beckett
Jockey: Hector Crouch
Age/Weight: 3-8-9
Runners: 18 SP: 5/1
Completed the hat-trick despite being 5lb higher than her previous win at Haydock. She put to bed any question marks over the shorter trip by storming clear to win with plenty in hand.
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 (14-19): Leading course trainer (19-24): W Haggas (35 wins from 208 runners, 17%) runs NINE TENTHS, PINAFORE & SUNFALL
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W Haggas (14 wins from 42 runners, 33%) runs NINE TENTHS, PINAFORE &
Longest Traveller: RAKNAH trained by J Harrington, Ireland.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 20th August.
KNAVESMIRE TIP
Alfa Kellenic has been in great form this year and she must be on the shortlist once again. That said, ELIM gets the vote as she was an excellent third over a mile in a Pontefract Listed race last month, just giving way in the closing stages and this step back to 7f could be right up her street. Although a mark of 92 is tough enough, she may well be capable of defying it here. Key To Cotai was forced to endure a luckless passage when fourth over 7f at Haydock recently and she merits respect off an unchanged mark.
ELIM
ALFA KELLENIC
The British EBF Fillies’ Stakes
1 Nine Tenths (IRE) (146)
Distance: 7f
Race Type: Heritage Handicap
Prize Money: £100,000
Age: 3+ f&m
Stalls: Farside
9-12 (62.6) (17)
B f Kodiac - Covetous Jockey: Tom Marquand
Owner: St Albans Bloodstock Limited
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket Form: 01-2216 D BF Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
She has won four times from 6f to 7f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Finished 6l behind Cloud Cover when sixth of 9 at 7-4fav on her latest outing at Newcastle over 7f in March. Official BHA Rating 100 SP: 16-1
2
Pinafore (IRE) (29)
9-9 (61.2) (4)
Gr f Dark Angel (IRE) - Naafer Jockey: Ryan Moore
Owner: Mr & Mrs R. Scott
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket Form: 2-66250
Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited
She has won four times at 6f on good and soft ground and on the all-weather Beaten 12l behind Nighteyes at 6-1 when 10th of 13 on her latest outing at Naas over 6f (yielding) last month. Official BHA Rating 97 SP: 22-1
3 Elim
(IRE)
(44)
B f Make Believe - Majestic Dancer (IRE)
Owner: Julie and David R Martin and Dan Hall
Trainer: Edward Bethell, Middleham
9-4 (59.0) (10)
Callum Rodriguez
211-463
Lawnview Stud
Successful twice at 1m on good to soft ground and on the all-weather Third of 8 behind Caernarfon beaten 4l at 15-2 on her latest outing at Pontefract over 1m (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 92 SP: 14-1
4 Back See Daa (GB) (18)
B f Lope de Vega (IRE) - Zoella (USA)
Owner: Mr C. R. Hirst
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
9-3 (58.5)
Clifford Lee
166-002
Newsells Park Stud
A winner at 1m on good ground. Beaten a neck by Sunfall when second of 9 at 8-1 on her latest outing at Haydock over 7f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 91 SP: 18-1
5 Key To Cotai (IRE) (18)
3 9-2
(2)
Ch f Cotai Glory - Clef Jockey: William Buick
Owner: Julia Scott & Fred Ma
Trainer: Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn
52-2124 D
Breeder: Ma Chi Un Fred
Successful at 5f and 7f on good and heavy ground. Finished 1 1/4l behind Sunfall when fourth of 9 at 9-2 on her latest outing at Haydock over 7f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 95 SP: 14-1
6 Arisaig
(GB)
(23) 3 9-1
Ch f Harry Angel (IRE) - Magic Nymph (IRE)
Owner: Chasemore Farm
Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham
(12)
Jockey: Jamie Spencer
Form: 431031 D Breeder: Hascombe & Valiant Stud Ltd
She has won four times from 7f to 1m on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Won on her latest outing when 9-2jt-fav at Goodwood over 1m (good to firm) last month, beating Surveyor by a neck. Has also won at Lingfield this season. Official BHA Rating 94 SP: 11-1
7 Raknah (IRE) (21)
B f Blue Point (IRE) - Copplestone (IRE)
Owner: Blessingndisguise Partnership
Trainer: Mrs J. Harrington, Ireland
9-0 (57.2) (7)
Jockey: Billy Loughnane
Form: 100651 D
Breeder: Summerseat Stables Ltd
She has won three times from 7f to 1m on yielding ground and on the all-weather A winner at 16-1 at Galway over 7f (yielding) on her latest outing earlier this month, beating Princess Child by a neck. Official BHA Rating 93 SP: 16-1
8 Queen of Mougins (IRE) (34)
B f Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Premiere Danseuse
Owner: Valmont, Obank & Partners
Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down
3 8-10 (55.3) (15)
Jockey: Hector Crouch
Form: 14-6033
Breeder: Pier House Stud
A winner at 6f on good to soft ground. Third of 10 behind Star Of Lady M beaten 1/2l at 10-1 on her latest outing at Newmarket over 6f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 89 SP: 12-1
9
Miss Information (IRE) (22)
B f Blue Point (IRE) - Newsletter (IRE)
Owner: Norman Court Stud & Susan Bunney
Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
10
International Girl (IRE) (17)
Ch m Camacho - Lady Arabella (IRE)
Owner: P. D. Smith Holdings Ltd
3 8-9 (54.9) (6)
Jockey: Oisin Murphy
Form: 304114 D Breeder: Ballylinch Stud
She has won three times from 6f to 7f on good and good to soft ground. Finished 2l behind Blue Prince when fourth of 18 at 11-2 on her latest outing at Goodwood over 7f (good to firm) last month. Has won at Epsom and Chepstow this season. Official BHA Rating 88 SP: 8-1
6 8-9 (54.9) (3)
Jockey: Joe Fanning
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton Form: 2-41004 C BF Breeder: Yeomanstown Stud
Winner of five races from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground Finished 1 1/2l behind Fortamour when fourth of 6 at 2-1fav on her latest outing at Ripon over 6f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 83 SP: 28-1
11
Alfa Kellenic (GB) (38)
B f Havana Grey - Silhuette (IRE)
Owner: GoodRacingCo Paul HanaganSimon Mapletoft
8-9 (54.9) (9)
Jockey: Tom Eaves
Trainer: Craig Lidster, Easingwold Form: 3-41111 C Breeder: Five Gates Stud Farm
She has won four times at 6f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft and on the all-weather. A winner at 4-1 at Ayr over 6f (good) on her latest outing last month, beating Mythical Phoenix by a short head. Has won 3 times this season.
12
Enola Grey (IRE) (31)
Gr f Havana Grey - Izola
Owner: Cragg Wood Racing
(5)
Jockey: Rowan Scott
Trainer: Gemma Tutty, Northallerton Form: 011003 D
13 Mereside Diva (IRE) (18)
Breeder: Peter & Hugh McCutcheon
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m on good ground and on the all-weather. Third of 10 behind Gressington beaten 3l at 40-1 on her latest outing at Beverley over 7f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 82 SP: 50-1
4 8-8 (54.4) (11)
Ch f Ivawood (IRE) - Mujaesce (ITY) Jockey: Mark Winn (3)
Owner: Mereside Racing Limited & partner
Trainer: David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk Form: 1-61210 D BF Breeder: Declan Patrick Coogan
Winner of five races from 5f to 7f on ground varying from good to firm to soft Beaten 6l behind Sunfall at 10-3fav when seventh of 9 on her latest outing at Haydock over 7f (good) earlier this month. Has won at Thirsk and Haydock this season. Official BHA Rating 82 SP: 28-1
14
Sunfall (GB) (18)
Gr f Twilight Son - Volition (IRE)
Owner: Cheveley Park Stud
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket
15 Rock Melody (IRE) (9)
B m Fascinating Rock (IRE) - Legal Lyric (IRE) (in 5lb ex)
Owner: Summerstorm Bloodstock Ltd
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
8-7 (54.0) (8)
Jockey: Adam Farragher
Form: 101331 D
Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited
She has won three times at 7f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 7-2 at Haydock over 7f (good) on her latest outing earlier this month, beating Back See Daa by a neck. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 86 SP: 14-1
5 8-7 (54.0) (13)
Jockey: Joanna Mason
Form: 540431 D
Breeder: John O’Connor
Winner of six races from 5f to 7f on good and soft ground and on the all-weather Won on her latest outing when 5-1fav at Hamilton over 6f (soft) earlier this month, beating Impressor by a neck. Carries a 5lb penalty today for that success. Official BHA Rating 76 SP: 28-1
16 Queen’s Reign (GB) (54)
Ch f Siyouni (FR) - Vivianite (IRE)
Owner: David Ward
Trainer: Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn
3 8-6 (53.5) (1)
Jockey: Hollie Doyle
Form: 310-413 D BF
Breeder: Haras des Trois Chapelles
Successful at 7f and 1m on good ground. Third of 5 behind Mercury Day beaten 2 1/4l at 5-6fav on her latest outing at Newmarket over 1m (good to firm) in June. Official BHA Rating 85 SP: 18-1 No Horse Age st-lb (kgs) Draw
17 Coppull Hall Lane (GB) (32)
B f Mayson - Ocean Boulevard
Owner: Mr David W. Armstrong
Trainer: Edward Bethell, Middleham
3 8-6 (53.5) (14)
Jockey: David Egan
Form: 2121 D
Breeder: Highfield Farm LLP
Successful at 7f and 1m on good and good to soft ground. Won on her latest outing when 2-1jt-fav at Redcar over 1m (good) last month, beating Savvy Exchange by a neck. Has also won at Beverley this season. Official BHA Rating 85 SP: 14-1
18 Aquacell (IRE) (55)
B f Churchill (IRE) - Aquamarine (JPN)
Owner: China Horse Club International Limited
Trainer: Jane Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket
3 8-2 (51.7) (16)
Jockey: Jimmy Quinn
Form: 1622 D
Breeder: Mr Andriy Milovonov & V. Tymoshenko
A winner at 7f on the all-weather Beaten 2 1/2l by Lou Lou’s Gift when second of 5 at 6-1 on her latest outing at Newmarket over 7f (good to firm) in June Runs from 1lb out of handicap Official BHA Rating 80 SP: 25-1
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 18
Blinkers worn first time by No 2. Tongue Strap worn by No 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 15 STEWARDS NOTE
KEY TO COTAI: Following its run on 4/8/2024 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run 1.5f out. PROBABLE S.P.’S
8-1 Miss Information (IRE), 9-1 Alfa Kellenic (GB), 11-1 Arisaig (GB), 12-1 Queen of Mougins (IRE), 14-1 Elim (IRE), Key To Cotai (IRE), Sunfall (GB), Coppull Hall Lane (GB), 16-1 Nine Tenths (IRE), Raknah (IRE), 18-1 Back See Daa (GB), Queen’s Reign (GB), 22-1 Pinafore (IRE), 25-1 Aquacell (IRE), 28-1 International Girl (IRE), Mereside Diva (IRE), Rock Melody (IRE), 50-1 Enola Grey (IRE)
RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION
SEVENTH RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Julian Dollar
The EBF have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race and £50 to the racing groom responsible for the winning horse
Today’s Race Conditions
FIRST RACE 1.50 - The Sky Bet Lowther Stakes (Class 1) (Group 2)
(CLASS 1) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £141775 to the winning horse The second to receive £53750 the third £26900 the fourth £13400 the fifth £6725 and the sixth £3375. for two yrs old fillies only Enter by noon, July 9th and pay £875 stake, Scratch by noon, July 30th or pay £1000, Confirm by noon, August 16th and pay £625, Supplementary Entry by noon, August 16th and pay £20000 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 20th. Weights: 9st 2lb each Penalties, a winner of a Group 1 or Group 2 race 3lb SKY BET has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner Declarations to run for this race must be made by 11.00 a.m. on Tuesday August 20th and declarations of riders must be made by 1.00 p.m. on Tuesday August 20th. This race forms part of a World Pool fixture. See tote.co.uk for more information. The BHA Department of Equine Regulation, Safety and Welfare will be performing pre-race examinations of all horses at this meeting. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of SKY BET The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code 41 entries, 8 at £875, 22 at £1875, 11 at £2500 - Closed July 9th, 2024 Owners Prize Money Winner £111400; Second £45725; Third £22875; Fourth £11425; Fifth £5725; Sixth £2850 Penalty Value: £141775 A SS
For race details see page 37
SECOND RACE 2.25 - Harry’s Half Million By Goffs Premier Yearling Stakes (Class 2) (GBB Race)
(CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £308094 to the winning horse The second to receive £123287, the third £61643, the fourth £30759, the fifth £15410, the sixth £15410, the seventh £15410, the eighth £15410, the ninth £15410 and the tenth £15410 for two yrs old only, which were catalogued in the Goffs UK Premier Yearling Sales of August 29th and 30th, 2023, and have paid the nomination fee by 1st December 2023 and which have therefore been declared by Goffs UK Ltd as eligible to be entered and run in accordance with the relevant conditions in the Goffs UK Sales Catalogues sold or bought in as yearlings by public auction at ‘specified sales’, or as two yrs old up to and including January 15th, 2024 for £597000 or less before July 1st, 2023, or for £600000 or less after June 30th, 2023 (The last sale to govern the price if sold more than once) Enter by noon January 16th and pay £500 stake, Scratch by noon, April 30th or pay £500, Scratch by noon, July 2nd or pay £500, Confirm by noon, August 16th and pay £500, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 20th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 2lb; fillies 8st 11lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 3 race 3lb Of a Class 2 race of a Listed race 5lb Of a Pattern race 7lb Nursery Handicaps excluded for the purposes of penalties. GOFFS UK LTD will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, a cash award of £100 will be given to the stable lad or girl in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. This race forms part of a World Pool fixture. See tote.co.uk for more information. The BHA Department of Equine Regulation, Safety and Welfare will be performing pre-race examinations of all horses at this meeting. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of GOFFS. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code NOTE:- Entries for this race will be accepted at the time of closing for horses which do not have a registered name However, such horses will be disqualified and removed from the race if the name has not been registered by Tuesday, July 2nd, 2024, in accordance with Rule (E)3, Rule (E)4, Rule (E)8 and Rule (E)9 For horses trained in Great Britain, Ireland or the Channel Islands, an acceptable application must be made by the previous Friday. Horses entered for this race do not have to be implanted with a microchip until July 2nd, 2024, the second scratching deadline The British Horseracing Authority has modified Rule (I)10 paragraphs 10 and 26 of the Race Administration Code paragraphs 5, 15 and 16 of the Race Entry Code, the Stakes and Prize Money Code, and paragraphs 43 and 44 of the Weights and Handicapping Code ELIMINATION: Runners in this race will be reduced by the elimination of those horses which, in the opinion of the BHA Handicapper, have the lowest Handicap Rating or, if they do not qualify for an official rating under the Rules of Racing, have the lowest assessment made by the BHA Handicapper from their performances on the racecourse so far Form will be taken into account up to and including Wednesday, August 14th. Horses which have not run will be eliminated first by random ballot. THE LAST TWO ENTRY STAKES TOTALLING £1000 WILL BE REIMBURSED TO THE OWNER WHEN THE HORSE HAS BEEN DECLARED TO RUN AND IS ELIMINATED FROM THIS RACE. IN THE EVENT THAT THE RACE IS CANCELLED OR ABANDONED ALL ENTRY STAKE PAYMENTS WILL BE RETURNED (£100000 minimum added to stakes). SPECIAL NOTES: 1. In the event of elimination proving necessary, the eliminated horses will be refunded according to the conditions of the race. 2. If there is still an excess of Stakes, i.e. the amount of the Owners’ Stakes exceeds the advertised Total Race Value less the guaranteed racecourse and sponsors contribution, as stated in the race conditions, this excess will be added to the total race value 146 entries, 22 at £500, 57 at £1000, 40 at £1500, 27 at £2000 - Closed January 16th, 2024 Owners Prize Money Winner £241689; Second £105246; Third £52623; Fourth £26311; Fifth £13156; Sixth £13156; Seventh £13156; Eighth £13156; Ninth £13156; Tenth £13156 Penalty Value: £308094 6 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10 A SS For race details see page 45
THIRD RACE 3.00 - The Clipper Stakes (Class 2) (Heritage Handicap) (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £77310 to the winning horse The second to receive £36255, the third £18135, the fourth £9060, the fifth £4530 and the sixth £2265. for three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, July 16th and pay £250 stake, Scratch by noon, July 30th or pay £300, Confirm by noon, August 16th and pay £200, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 20th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 12lb Penalties, after July 20th, 2024, for each race won 6lb NOTE: Any horse rated above 110 shall initially be treated as having that rating and the highest weight allotted shall be 9st 12lb Subsequently the excess over 110 in any rating shall be allotted to that horse without limitation to the highest weight to be carried. CLIPPER has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner This race forms part of a World Pool fixture. See tote.co.uk for more information. The BHA Department of Equine Regulation, Safety and Welfare will be performing pre-race examinations of all horses at this meeting. PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 67 entries, 7 at £250, 24 at £550, 36 at £750 - Closed July 16th, 2024 Owners Prize Money Winner £60945; Second £30480; Third £15240; Fourth £7620; Fifth £3810; Sixth £1905 Penalty Value: £77310 Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable SS For race details see page 53.
FOURTH RACE 3.35 - The Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks (Class 1) (Group 1) (British Champions Series) (CLASS 1) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £302689 to the winning horse The second to receive £114756, the third £57431, the fourth £28609, the fifth £14357 and the sixth £7205 for three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only Enter by noon, June 25th and pay £2175 stake, Scratch by noon, July 30th or pay £2500, Confirm by noon, August 16th and pay £1575, Supplementary Entry by noon August 16th and pay £40000 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 20th. Weights: 3-y-o 9st; 4-y-o and up 9st 9lb
NOTE: Horses will only be eligible to run in this race provided that they have a current BHA Handicap Rating of 80 or higher at midday of the confirmation stage Horses which do not qualify for a rating may also be eligible providing the BHA Handicapper is satisfied that the horse’s racecourse performances up to and including the day before confirmation merit a provisional assessment of 80 or higher Horses which have not run will not be eligible PERTEMPS NETWORK has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner Declarations to run for this race must be made by 10.00 a.m. on Tuesday August 20th and declarations of riders must be made by 1.00 p.m. on Tuesday August 20th. This race forms part of a World Pool fixture. See tote.co.uk for more information. The BHA Department of Equine Regulation, Safety and Welfare will be performing pre-race examinations of all horses at this meeting. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of PERTEMPS NETWORK. The sponsorship payment of £1000 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code If the winner of the Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks runs in the Queen Elizabeth II Cup at Kyoto on November 10th, 2024, and she finishes in the first three, the owner will be eligible for a JRA bonus. See JRA website for details. The Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks is part of the Breeders’ Cup Challenge Race Programme for 2024 See Breeders’ Cup website for details. THERE WILL BE A PARADE FOR THIS RACE. Runners will proceed down the canter down to the one furlong marker where they join the track. Runners will then turn back to canter past the stands to the start. 34 entries, 15 at £2175, 9 at £4675, 9 at £6250, 1 at £40000 - Closed June 25th, 2024 Owners Prize Money Winner £237839; Second £97623; Third £48838; Fourth £24392; Fifth £12223; Sixth £6085 Penalty Value: £302689.62 A SS For race details see page 67. FIFTH RACE 4.10 - The British EBF & Sir Henry Cecil Galtres Stakes (Class 1) (Listed Race) (CLASS 1) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £56710 to the winning horse The second to receive £21500 the third £10760 the fourth £5360 the fifth £2690 and the sixth £1350. for three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which are E.B.F eligible, which, since two yrs old, have not won a Pattern race, nor have been placed second or third in a Group 1 Pattern race. Enter by noon, August 16th and pay £500 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 20th. Weights: 3-y-o 9st; 4-y-o and up 9st 9lb Penalties, after 2023, a winner of a Listed race 4lb. ARTHUR BOYD-ROCHFORT has generously sponsored this race and will present a perpetual trophy to the winning owner, to be held for eleven months only THE TRUSTEES OF THE BRITISH EUROPEAN BREEDERS’ FUND have also kindly contributed £10000 towards the prize money for this race. The European Breeders’ Fund support 146 Flat races each year across Yorkshire; boosting prize money by over £450000 Each year the British EBF contributes up to £2million to Flat and National Hunt racing nationwide This race forms part of a World Pool fixture. See tote.co.uk for more information. The BHA Department of Equine Regulation, Safety and Welfare will be performing pre-race examinations of all horses at this meeting. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of EUROPEAN BREEDERS’ FUND The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code 15 entries at £500 - Closed August 16th, 2024 Owners Prize Money Winner £44560; Second £18290; Third £9150; Fourth £4570; Fifth £2290; Sixth £1140 Penalty Value: £56710 A SS For race details see page 77
SIXTH RACE 4.45 - The sensory-junction.co.uk Autism Awareness EBF Stallions Nursery Stakes (Class 2) (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £51540 to the winning horse The second to receive £24170, the third £12090, the fourth £6040, the fifth £3020 and the sixth £1510. for two yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible Enter by noon, August 16th and pay £500 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 20th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 9lb Penalties, after August 10th, 2024, for each race won 6lb SENSORY JUNCTION AUTISM AWARENESS has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner THE TRUSTEES OF THE EUROPEAN BREEDERS’ FUND have also kindly contributed £5000 towards the prize money for this race. The European Breeders’ Fund support 146 Flat races each year across Yorkshire; boosting prize money by over £450000 Each year, the British EBF contributes up to £2million to Flat and National Hunt racing nationwide This race forms part of a World Pool fixture. See tote.co.uk for more information. The BHA Department of Equine Regulation, Safety and Welfare will be performing pre-race examinations of all horses at this meeting. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of SENSORY JUNCTION AUTISM AWARENESS. The sponsorship payment of £250 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code 28 entries at £500 - Closed August 16th, 2024 Owners Prize Money Winner £40630; Second £20320; Third £10160; Fourth £5080; Fifth £2540; Sixth £1270 Penalty Value: £51540 Weights raised 2lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable SS For race details see page 83.
SEVENTH RACE 5.20 - The British EBF Fillies’ Stakes (Class 2) (Heritage Handicap) (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £51540 to the winning horse The second to receive £24170, the third £12090, the fourth £6040, the fifth £3020 and the sixth £1510. for three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only which are E.B.F eligible Enter by noon, August 16th and pay £500 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 20th.
Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 12lb Penalties, after August 10th, 2024, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb NOTE: Any horse rated above 105 shall initially be treated as having that rating and the highest weight allotted shall be 9st 12lb Subsequently, the excess over 105 in any rating shall be allotted to that horse without limitation to the highest weight to be carried. THE EUROPEAN BREEDERS’ FUND has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner THE TRUSTEES OF THE BRITISH EUROPEAN BREEDERS’ FUND have kindly contributed £10000 towards the prize money for this race. The European Breeders’ Fund support 146 Flat races each year across Yorkshire; boosting prize money by over £450000 Each year the British EBF contributes up to £2million to Flat and National Hunt racing nationwide This race forms part of a World Pool fixture. See tote.co.uk for more information. The BHA Department of Equine Regulation, Safety and Welfare will be performing pre-race examinations of all horses at this meeting. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of EUROPEAN BREEDERS’ FUND The sponsorship payment of £250 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 25 entries at £500 - Closed August 16th, 2024 Owners Prize Money Winner £40630; Second £20320; Third £10160; Fourth £5080; Fifth £2540; Sixth £1270 Penalty Value: £51540 SS For race details see page 89
The Small Print
An A-Z of information for racegoers
Abandoned Racing
In the event of racing being abandoned, refunds on badges and tickets purchased will only be paid in the following circumstances.
a) before the first race - 100% refund.
b) before the completion of three races - 50% refund. c) therafter - no refund applies. Refunds cannot be made on racedays. To obtain a refund, racegoers who purchased their admission on the day should send the ticket they were given on entrance with their full name and address to: York Racecourse, York, YO23 1EX within 30 days. Racegoers who booked in advance direct with the track and so paid by card will receive an automatic refund. A similar process will apply for those who paid in advance by cheque. Please visit the racecourse website www.yorkracecourse.co.uk for more information.
Alcohol And Public Order
The Racecourse takes its responsibilities under Licensing Laws very seriously and puts in place training and measures to exceed these obligations. Racegoers are urged to drink responsibly. Alcohol cannot be brought into the stands side enclosures. York Racecourse reserves the right to expel any person found to be drunk or behaving in a disorderly manner.
The “Challenge 25” initiative will be in operation to ensure that only those aged 18 and over are served with alcohol. Thank you for your support of this obligation.
Cameras
Please feel free to take a souvenir photo of your day. However we would remind you that the preparation and performance of the sport must be ensured, so please note:-
1. Kindly refrain from flash photography.
2. Avoid taking photos in restricted areas used by the sporting professionals i.e. Saddling Boxes, Stables, Unsaddling Boxes & Weighing Room.
3. Respect the privacy of others.
Cigarettes and e-cigarettes
The current smoking legislation regarding smoking in public places applies at the racecourse. The use of e-cigarettes is permitted, however they will be treated the same as tobacco products.
Common Courtesy/Entry Conditions
All persons visiting York Racecourse are admitted subject to Racecourse Regulations and the Rules of Racing. The Racecourse reserves the right to refuse admission or remove from the racecourse any person refusing to comply with the Rules and Regulations or whose presence is a source of danger or annoyance to others. A full set of entry rules can be viewed at www.yorkracecourse.co.uk.
Dogs
Racegoers are requested to leave their pets including all dogs at home. Guide and Assistance dogs are welcome.
First Aid
There are first aid posts in the Edwardian Weighing Room, other such buildings have been designated as isolation rooms, should they be required.
Dress Standards
Most racegoers like to make racing at York a special occasion and choose to dress accordingly. Gentlemen (and those identifying as such) in the County Stand are required to wear a jacket, collared shirt and tie. It has always been the case that shorts and t-shirts have been welcome in Grandstand and Paddock. All racegoers are reminded that the removal of shirts is not encouraged and that basic decency and not causing offence to fellow racegoers by clothing choices, is required. York Racecourse reserves the right to refuse or, to require anyone to leave who does not observe the above code.
Drugs
A zero tolerance policy on drug abuse is in force, be warned, North Yorkshire Police and our own team are watching with some canine help, sniffing.
Litter
Racegoers are requested to place all litter in the receptacles provided. If you do not need your racecard please place it in a bin as you leave the racecourse.
Noise
So that the horses have the best chance to perform and so your fellow racegoers have the opportunity to enjoy them please do not cause any distractions; the waving of flags or banners, use of radios or making of sudden noises are examples of things to avoid. Racegoers are reminded of Public Health England advice that shouting increases the risk of the spread of diseases, so to consider wearing your face covering when part of a cheering crowd.
Parade Ring
For safety reasons children under the age of twelve are not permitted into the Parade Ring or Unsaddling Enclosure.
Photo Finishes And Stewards’ Enquiries/Objections
In any race where Photo Finish has been called by the Judge, this information will be displayed on the Giant Screen. An announcement will also be broadcast. Race Results and Photographs will also be displayed on the York Racecourse television monitors.
Radios and Mobile Telephones
The use of all types of communication equipment is strictly controlled at all racecourses. Members of the public may not use two-way radios, scanning receivers etc., for any purpose at the racecourse.
Track Safety
For your own safety and the welfare of the horses, jockeys and stable staff please keep off the track. Anyone trespassing on the track: Will be liable to arrest and prosecution Will be ejected immediately Will be banned from all future York race meetings May face a nationwide racecourse ban.
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 tomorrow for Day Three of the Sky Bet Ebor Festival featuring the Group One Coolmore Wootton Bassett Nunthorpe Stakes.
Please use the toilets on exit or as provided on the walking route to the city.
