A very warm welcome to the Knavesmire for the final day of the Dante Festival 2025, one of 16 remaining, exciting racedays this season, that we look forward to hosting.
Since the last Dante Festival, we are all honoured and proud to have collected some awards for our 2024 season, notably the Juddmonte International being ranked at Longines World’s Best Horse Race and York being recognised as Overall Showcase Champions at the RCA Showcase Awards. Please see page [24]. Thank you for your support last year, we are striving to keep improving your experience again this year
York Racecourse is committed to supporting the sport, so attracting the best horses to the Knavesmire, for us all to enjoy. As an indication of this commitment, prize money over the three days of the Dante Festival is more than £1.5m as part of the £12m across the season. This year, every race at York will be run for at least £25,000 – the highest of any racecourse in Britain so rewarding a wide set of connections. Let’s hope we see a similar quality of winners to last year when the winners of all four Group Two contests this week became Group One victors by Christmas (for the curious, from this equivalent day, Giavellotto won the Boodles Yorkshire Cup prior to a triumph some 6,000 miles from here in the Hong Kong Vase.)
As the picture for Epsom and other European Classics perhaps has become clearer after Whirl won the Tattersalls Musidora and Pride Of Arras took home
The Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai Dante. Yorkshire owners of the latter, David and Viny Aykroyd are already looking forward to Epsom. Our attention today switches to the stayers. With a record of near £500,000 in prize money on offer for today’s card, we are set to see some wonderful horses, notably in the Group 2 Boodles Yorkshire Cup Trained by Aidan O’Brien, Continuous, is one with a winning festival record here, looking to continue a fabulous May for Coolmore connections. Rebel’s Romance is the latest Godolphin runner to receive a Supplementary Entry, so he is clearly well thought of at home
More of those quality thoroughbreds will go to post in today’s other six races, given the blistering start to the season by the Owen Burrows team best look out for Glittering Surf in the Listed fillies race backed by Sky Bet.
Notebooks or iPad to the ready wherever you look today as some highly regarded fillies undertake the Listed Clipper EBF Marygate Stakes. What’s more, a race only in its third season, a novice affair backed by both Darley and the EBF could well highlight a rising star
If you need help finding the winner, then try the “SmartView” version of the form on page 53, by kind courtesy of the Racing Post.
This can only be achieved through the support of racegoers and of our sponsors. Many thanks to Boodles, Knights Solicitors, Sky Bet, Yorkshire Equine Practice, Darley and the European Breeders’ Fund, for their valuable backing. The continuing support of those unable to with us this afternoon is also much appreciated.
The team have been busy preparing for your return, it is the first Dante Festival for the award-winning Bustardthorpe Development (see pages 34-35), enjoy the Churchill Tyres Lawn, Theakston or Guinness Bars to wash down some fresh, local Fish ‘n’ Chips.
Equine ambassador to the Knavesmire, Remy (aka Goldream when successful on the track), is back with us; do go and say hello to him and our partner team from New Beginnings.
This week Racing Welfare are leading the sport through Mental Health Awareness Week, we are proud to play our part. The “sunflower” benches spread around the course offer a chance for a quiet moment of reflection.
I hope you have a thoroughly enjoyable and successful day, perhaps tempting you to rejoin us on Saturday 31 May for seven great races and tribute star, Taylored Swift.
William
Derby, Chief Executive and Clerk
Course
Dante Festival
PROGRAMME OF EVENTS
1.30pm Punters Panel Parade Ring
After Racing The Monotones Churchill Tyres Stage At Bustardthorpe End
After Racing DJ Sunset Vibes Champagne Lawns
All Day Events Location
Tours to the start 30 minutes before each race See notice On Thatched Hut
The Yorkshire Equine Practice Stakes (Handicap) - 7f
Pages 71-75
All races covered by
Races 1 - 5 covered by
A G IDE T PL CES T EAT & DRIN
ROBERTO PAVILION
Fast-serve bar, Pimms, plus Fish & Chip Shop
THEAKSTON BAR
All your Theakston favourites including Ebor IPA @£6.40 a pint
Good food to go is just next door
GUINNESS BAR
ROBERTO LAWN AND GUINNESS 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, Chicken Shack 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.
York Kitchen & Café (Ground Floor) A popular place to get a hot meal, like deep-filled Yorkshire Puddings, sandwiches or Curry Club served in cafeteria style Collection point for G&P "meal deal" & Picnic Platters.
EBOR STAND
THE FOOD COUR
A range of hot/ snacks, tea, coffee and full bar available
RACE
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.
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 £41.50. Afternoon Tea offered for £19.95.
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 hot treats or the new York Philly sandwiches. Or toast the hoped for first hurrah of summer with a jug of Pimm’s, visit the The Flying Frankie Pub serving our guest ale, Ebor IPA @£6.40.
The Princess Mary Bar (near County Stand entrance). Buzzy café serving seafood platters and sandwiches. Stet 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, spirits and a wide range of the finest champagnes, whilst the Terrace also offers Moët champagnes vintage wines, premium beers, as well as fresh baked pizzas.
ALCOHOL
OURT hot/cold offee
PREMIERRACINGLOUNGE
A reserved lounge with allocated seats.
Upgrade today from £47, Visit the office to seek a late upgrade
GIMCRACK RESTAURANT
(1st Floor)
Main County Stand dining room, luxury three-course meal for £41.50 Afternoon Tea for £19.95
HOL FREE VIEWING
ound, First & Fifth which is on the scrummy cakes. Also Stand picnic platters.
FLOOR)
home to our popular
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, fresh club sandwiches, and an account bar. Visit the office to seek a late upgrade
PARADE RING RESTAURANT
Situated on the top floor of the Weighing Room, provides a fine dining experience. Visit the office to seek a late upgrade
MOËT PAVILION & ROOF TERRACE
Plenty of fizz plus wines and premium beers to accompany that view upstairs Home Baked Pizza from £14.50
JOHN CARR TERRACE
Georgian stand with modern canopy; featuring The Flying Frankie pub serving our guest ale, Ebor IPA @£6.40 + wider bars and the new York Philly sandwiches.
FOOD & DRINK FREE ZONES COUNTY STAND GRANDSTAND & PADDOCK
RACING AREA
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 the new Curry Club. This is also the Collection Point for Grandstand & Paddock Picnic Platters.
The Guinness Bar with its giant outdoor screen. Alongside the black stuff, House Champagne is available here at by the glass.
The improved Theakston Bar offers a range of favourites, including the Ebor IPA @£6.40. With a second 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, Chicken Shop, Whitby scampi, fish & chips and specialist coffees and even Churros. If the sun comes out, or just as a treat, try our locally produced luxury ice creams.
The Bustardthorpe End brings more options including a Chicken griddle.
Clocktower Enclosure
Has a range of units selling hot and cold items, sweets and ice cream.
A WINTER’S TALE:
WHAT IS NEW AT YORK THIS SEASON?
NEXT GENERATION CANOPIES CHAMPAGNE LAWNS
Nine next generation canopies now stand proudly on the Champagne Lawns. Clever enough to let the grass grow beneath them, they should prove popular if we get a summer shower. For the October racedays the built-in heaters will allow racegoers to keep enjoying the fresh air Each one has a speaker, so the race commentary will come to your table
MR MOWITALL
Joining the grounds team over winter were a couple of robotic mowers, one creatively named, Mr Mowitall. They are helping with the lawns and car parks, leaving the human talent better able to focus on the track itself.
THE TEAM NEVER REST
Maintenance is key, if a little dull. Over 6,000 pints of paint have been used by the team this winter and the Knavesmire Stand Roof has had extensive repairs, (it is nearly thirty years old!).
A LIVING FLOWER WALL
OPPOSITE THE MELROSE STAND
The flowers are petunia and petchoa, grown by Head Gardener, Zak Rafferty and his team, from seedlings in our greenhouses. That Insta moment now has real flowers behind it.
THE
BARS HAVE IT
Over the Winter a number of bars have been given a face-lift. There is a new Pink Gin & Cocktail Bar on the main Champagne Lawns, a second Guinness Bar near the Roberto Lawn, with a refreshed Prosecco Bar next door The fun murals from the Dublin based brand should make a good selfie
NEW ON THE MENU
Around the racecourse there are a lot of new choices. Perhaps the sweet treats of the Churros will follow your Nachos, both are now part of the Knavesmire Courtyard offering.
If you like spice, then the eateries on the ground floors of both the Knavesmire and Ebor Stands now serve our homemade Curry Club dishes.
Finger lickin’ chicken? Try the grills in either the Bustardthorpe End or the John Carr Terrace. Try the Rustic Pizza freshly baked at the Moët Roof Terrace.
MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR VISIT
CHAMPAGNE OF THE MEETING
Gardet Origine
£46.50
Bollinger Rosé Brut NV £108
Laurent-Perrier Brut NV £88
Laurent-Perrier Brut Rosé NV £127
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 1.40pm today.
CHILDREN AT YORK RACES
Baby-Changing facilities are available in a purpose-built facility on the ground floors of both Knavesmire & Ebor stands.
We welcome children in our main and in the Gimcrack Restaurant we
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 family room, situated to the left of the entrance to the Melrose Stand, 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 Entertainment Zone on Sky Bet Sunday Series raceday on September 7th featuring Pony Racing Series, racehorse corner as well as special appearances at intervals of Chase from Paw Patrol - Book early to benefit from the offer price of £12 for a combined Grandstand and Paddock and Clocktower Enclosure
CASH MACHINES & CASHBACK
Cash machines are available at the northern end of the racecourse by the Frankel statue, the ground floor of the Knavesmire Stand 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?
If you are looking to escape the bustle of a busy raceday please try one of our sunflower benches which are located in the quiet areas of each enclosure. We also have a quiet room located within the Houghton Building for use by racegoers. Our Chaplaincy Team are ready to assist racegoers of all faiths and none. If you need a friendly ear, please say hello to them. They can find a quiet spot for a chat.
STOP THE CLOCK
Check out the Official race time as soon as they cross the line, the digital timing clock at the Winning Post has been supported by Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai and might give you a punting advantage later in proceedings.
ENCLOSURE TRANSFERS
Simply pay the difference between your admission price and the price point below.
County Stand full price: £40
Grandstand & Paddock full price: £25
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 (in their new shop by entrance to Gimcrack Stand)
DISABLED RACEGOERS
Facilities such as accessible 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.
SHUTTLE BUS
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.
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. Pick up by UBER is from a dedicated area in Car Park A only.
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 (Bustardthorpe End, Knavesmire Stand ground floor and front of Melrose Stand) 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.
Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai is proud to be supporting two Group 2 features - the Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai Middleton Stakes and the Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai Dante Stakes – races which continue to form an integral part of our partnership with York Racecourse and our wider international sponsorship portfolio.
This year we have extended our support to include title sponsorship of the new Al Basti Equiworld , Dubai Summer Saturday on 28th June which combines exciting Group 3 action on the track with post-racing entertainment to match, ahead of our return in August for the Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai Gimcrack Stakes in August.
Congratulations are due to York Racecourse Chairman, Bridget Guerin, and the York Racecourse Committee for their continued commitment to continually improving the quality of racing on the Knavesmire and ever increasing prize money which I am sure will prove to be a compelling proposition for owners and trainers throughout the season.
I wish them and all those involved with staging of today’s meeting horses a pleasant and successful day.
Malih L
Al Basti Owner & Founder
YORK RACE COMMITTEE
BRIDGET GUERIN (CHAIRMAN) NICHOLAS WRIGLEY VICTORIA SAVILE WILLIAM BETHELL CHRISTOPHER DENNY NICK CHEYNE ED WRIGLEY
MEET THE YORK MANAGEMENT TEAM
WILLIAM DERBY Chief Executive & Clerk of the Course
ANTHEA LEIGH Racing Manager & Raceday Clerk of the Course
01904 620911 anthea.leigh@yorkracecourse.co.uk
KEVIN PINNINGTON Food & Beverage Director
01904 638971 kevin.pinnington@yorkracecouse.co.uk
GAVIN PATTISON Facilities Manager
01904 620911
gavin.pattison@yorkracecourse.co.uk
LAUREN MAHAN Marketing Manager
01904 620911
lauren.mahan@yorkracecourse.co.uk
Medical Officers
DR ROS RODEN
DR JOHN ADAMS
DR ELIZABETH KIDGER
DR PATRICK WYNN Veterinary Surgeons
GEMMA DRANSFIELD
MATTHEW SWARBRICK
BRIAN REED Betting Ring Managers
MALCOLM HART
IAN O’NEILL Farriers
JAMES HARDY
SCOTT MACKIE Designated Safeguarding Leads
SARAH CULSHAW
ANTHEA LEIGH
How to Read the Racecard
colour graphic
horse’s saddlecloth number
3
A symbol here denotes the horse holds an entry at Royal Ascot.
horse’s name No. of days since last ran age
Barons Selection
weight st-lbs kg
Giavellotto (IRE) (48)
Ch h Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Gerika (FR)
Owner: Scuderia La Tesa Limited & Vaibhav Shah
Trainer: Marco Botti, Newmarket
Draw
5 9-3 (58.5) (1)
Jockey: Oisin Murphy
Form: 0153-35
Breeder: Societa Agricola La Tesa SRL
He has won four times from 1m 2f to 1m 6f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Finished 4l behind Tower Of London when fifth of 15 on his latest outing in the Group 2 Dubai Gold Cup Sponsored By Al Tayer Motors at Meydan over 2m (good) in March. Official BHA Rating 114 SP: 7-1
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.
RaceiQ Par Times
A new statistics based predictor, it is the expected win time for a specific race based on the track, distance, going, race class and conditions.
Based on the going at time of printing the day before racing at 16:00, being: GOOD TO FIRM, GOOD (IN PLACES)
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.
If you cannot produce this your bet will not be accepted
P RLEZ-VOUS
R CING?
ESSENTIAL RACING PHRASES FOR THE BEGINNER
It could be easy to be put off by the weird and wonderful words and phrases banded around the racecourse, but in fact, its all part of the fun.
Like a tourist in a foreign country, the novice racegoer soon picks up enough of the language to get by, and then rapidly becomes fluent.
The following terms will provide any newcomer, keen to enhance their language skills, with just enough of the jargon to sound like a ‘local’:
RACING SPEAK
ENGLISH
ALLOWANCE: The weight concession the horse is given to compensate for its rider’s inexperience.
AMATEUR: (Rider) on racecards, their names are usually prefixed by Mr, Mrs, etc. To indicate their amateur licence holder status.
ANTE-POST:
Betting (usually for the most important races) days or even months before the race is due to take place.
APPRENTICE: Young jockey tied by annually renewed contract to a licensed trainer while they are learning.
BACKWARD: Young horse which needs time to mature.
CLERK OF THE COURSE:...Official in charge of running the racing programme, at York it is Anthea Leigh.
CLERKS OF THE SCALES: .Key in the delivery of a successful racing operation, Wayne Burnell and Alex Porter 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, all the runners in our first and third races.
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).
4.15 Al Hussar...................................................................G Tuer
5.30 The Turpinator (IRE) ..........................................G Tuer
D TUDHOPE
2.10 Solana Rose (IRE) D O’Meara
2.42 Flying Frontier J Tate
3.45 Epic Poet (IRE) D O’Meara
4.15 Elouise’s Prince (IRE) R Cowell
5.30 Sword D O’Meara
A VOIKHANSKY
5.30 Mums Tipple (IRE) R Hannon
T WHELAN
2.10 Eternal Solace O Sangster
M WINN
K R Burke
5.30 Riot (IRE) D O’Meara
TRAINERS
CHARLIE APPLEBY
3.45 Rebel’s Romance (IRE) William Buick
MICHAEL APPLEBY
5.30 Intervention Frederick Larson
ANDREW BALDING
3.13 Bermuda Longtail (FR)
William Buick
3.45 Alsakib P J McDonald
4.55 Point Of Contact (IRE) P J McDonald
DAVID & NICOLA BARRON
5.30 Mereside Diva (IRE)
RALPH BECKETT
4.15 The Quiet Gent (IRE)
4.55 Sea The Wonder (IRE)
MICHAEL BELL
2.42 Tony Montana
4.15 Amestris
KARL BURKE
2.10 Alaskan Light (IRE)
2.10 Love Olivia
Rossa Ryan
Rossa Ryan
Rossa Ryan
David Egan
Kieran Shoemark
Clifford Lee
David Egan
2.42 Thunder Run (IRE)....................................
3.13 Serving With Style
4.15 King Of Light
OWEN BURROWS
3.13 Glittering Surf
JOHN BUTLER
2.42 Zain Blue (IRE)
JULIE CAMACHO
Clifford Lee
Clifford Lee
Sam James
David Probert
Connor Beasley
4.15 Two Shoes (IRE) Tom Kiely-Marshall
JENNIE CANDLISH
2.42 Debora’s Dream (IRE) Oisin Orr
JANE CHAPPLE-HYAM
2.42 Salamanca
3.13 Kon Tiki
ROBERT COWELL
4.15 Elouise’s Prince (IRE)
4.15 Lexington Blitz (IRE)
DYLAN CUNHA
William Buick
David Egan
Daniel Tudhope
Clifford Lee
4.15 Just King High (IRE) Tom Marquand
KEVIN PHILIPPART DE DE FOY
2.42 Bint Al Daar
SCOTT DIXON
5.30 Golden Pharaoh (IRE)
ANN DUFFIELD
Kieran Shoemark
Joey Haynes
5.30 Master Richard David Egan
CHRIS DWYER
2.42 Man Of Desert ...............................Silvestre De Sousa
3.13 The Third Star
MICHAEL & DAVID EASTERBY
4.15 Acrisius
4.15 Storm Call (IRE)
5.30 Eligible (IRE)
TIM EASTERBY
2.42 Austrian Theory (IRE)
2.42 Financer
4.15 I’m Next
5.30 Quest For Fun
SAMANTHA ENGLAND
5.30 Stockpyle
DAVID EVANS
2.10 Guernsey Lady (IRE)
RICHARD FAHEY
Connor Beasley
Connor Beasley
Joanna Mason
Joanna Mason
David Allan
Duran Fentiman
Duran Fentiman
David Allan
P J McDonald
Rossa Ryan
5.30 Eldrickjones (IRE) Rowan Scott
IVAN FURTADO
5.30 Minnesota Lad (IRE)...................Silvestre De Sousa
JIM GOLDIE
4.15 Jm Jhingree (IRE)....................................Rowan Scott
5.30 Yaaser (IRE) William Buick
JOHN & THADY GOSDEN
3.45 Sweet William (IRE) Robert Havlin
4.55 Bowmark William Buick
WILLIAM HAGGAS
3.13 Consecrated Tom Marquand
4.55 Crown Of Oaks Tom Marquand
5.30 Altmore (FR) Tom Marquand
RICHARD HANNON
2.10 Harry’s Girl Tom Marquand
5.30 Mums Tipple (IRE) Alec Voikhansky
MICHAEL HERRINGTON
5.30 Feel The Need Tom Eaves
JAMES HORTON
5.30 Dolce Courage Clifford Lee
RICHARD HUGHES
4.15 Sudden Flight William Buick
ADRIAN KEATLEY
2.10 Secret Hideaway (IRE) P J McDonald
4.15 Do It Now Oisin McSweeney
4.55 Marsh Meadow (IRE) Sam James
ALAN KING
2.42 Brioni (FR) Rossa Ryan
2.42 Westerton (IRE) Tom Marquand
CRAIG LIDSTER
4.55 Coulsea (IRE) Tom Eaves
4.55 Real Trouper (IRE) Clifford Lee
JACK MORLAND
2.10 Saucy Jane Sam James
AIDAN O’BRIEN
3.45 Continuous (JPN) Ryan Moore
DAVID O’MEARA
2.10 Solana Rose (IRE) Daniel Tudhope
3.45 Epic Poet (IRE) Daniel Tudhope
5.30 Al Muqdad Ben Robinson
5.30 Riot (IRE) Mark Winn
5.30 Sword Daniel Tudhope
JAMES OWEN
5.30 Delicacy (IRE) Sam James
JOHN & SEAN QUINN
3.13 Royalty Bay (IRE) Harry Russell
KEVIN RYAN
4.15 Against The Wind Tom Eaves
4.15 Cape Sovereign (IRE)..................Silvestre De Sousa
OLLIE SANGSTER
2.10 Eternal Solace Trevor Whelan
GEORGE SCOTT
4.15 King Of Bears (IRE) Darragh Keenan
RICHARD SPENCER
4.15 The Man (IRE) David Egan
JAMES TATE
2.42 Flying Frontier Daniel Tudhope
GRANT TUER
4.15 Al Hussar..............................................Oliver Stammers
5.30 The Turpinator (IRE) Oliver Stammers
2.42 Have Secret (IRE)....................................
4.15 Loom (IRE)
Billy Garritty
Billy Garritty
4.15 Mearall (IRE) Oisin Orr
4.15 Tuscan Point (IRE) Cam Hardie
5.30 Flying Fletcher
Warren Fentiman
5.30 Musical Touch (IRE) Oisin Orr
ROGER FELL
4.15 Boyne Lady (IRE)
Warren Fentiman
GEMMA TUTTY
2.10 Awraad (IRE) Connor Beasley
3.13 Elsie’s Ruan (IRE) Joanna Mason
5.30 One Night Thunder Connor Beasley
ROGER VARIAN
3.13 Gulya (IRE).......................................Silvestre De Sousa
ED WALKER
3.13 Troia Kieran Shoemark
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 (2020-2025) WITH RUNNERS:
W HAGGAS (35 wins from 213 runners, 16%) runs CONSECRATED (3.13), CROWN OF OAKS (4.55), ALTMORE (5.30).
R FAHEY (28 wins from 429 runners, 7%) runs HAVE SECRET (2.42), LOOM and MEARALL and TUSCAN POINT (4.15), MUSICAL TOUCH and FLYING FLETCHER (5.30).
A BALDING (28 wins from 189 runners, 15%) runs BERMUDA LONGTAIL (3.13), ALSAKIB (3.45), POINT OF CONTACT (4.55).
K RYAN (27 wins from 320 runners, 8%) runs AGAINST THE WIND and CAPE SOVEREIGN (4.15).
R HANNON (13 wins from 55 runners, 24%) runs HARRY’S GIRL (2.10), MUMS TIPPLE (5.30).
T EASTERBY (11 wins from 79 runners, 14%) runs AUSTRIAN THEORY and FINANCER (2.42), I’M NEXT (4.15), QUEST FOR FUN (5.30).
W HAGGAS (9 wins from 31 runners, 29%) runners listed above.
Top Course Jockeys
LEADING JOCKEYS AT YORK (2020-2025) WITH RIDES:
DANIEL TUDHOPE (32 wins from 277 rides, 12%) rides SOLANA ROSE (2.10), FLYING FRONTIER (2.42), EPIC POET (3.45), ELOUISE’S PRINCE (4.15), SWORD (5.30).
TOM MARQUAND (31 wins from 203 rides, 15%) rides HARRY’S GIRL (2.10), WESTERTON (2.42), CONSECRATED (3.13), JUST KING HIGH (4.15), CROWN OF OAKS (4.55), ALTMORE (5.30).
RYAN MOORE (25 wins from 139 rides, 18%) rides CONTINUOUS (3.45).
RYAN MOORE (13 wins from 39 rides, 33%) rides listed above.
WILLIAM BUICK (10 wins from 36 rides, 28%) rides listed above.
ROSSA RYAN (9 wins from 54 rides, 17%) rides GUERNSEY LADY (2.10), BRIONI (2.42), THE QUIET GENT (4.15), SEA THE WONDER (4.55), MERESIDE DIVA (5.30).
TOM MARQUAND (9 wins from 58 rides, 16%) rides listed above.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 14th May.
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 have a maximum of six passengers, and only one is wheelchair accessible 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 “companion 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, the team nearby have keys, 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
YESTERDAYS RACING CTION
THE AL BASTI EQUIWORLD, DUBAI MIDDLETON STAKES (GROUP 2)
See The Fire produced an impervious performance to land the first Group race on day two.
After sustained market support before the off, it was the Andrew Balding filly who came there cantering to take the prize back to Kingsclere
Judging by the way the race panned out, they must have set stern fractions throughout, with Doha cutting out the early running under Hector Crouch.
She was chased in second by Karmology, who was first to challenge for Karl Burke but ultimately those at the front faded after their early exertions.
Oisin Murphy opted to anchor his mount at the back of the field, choosing to take no part in the ferocious early pace.
Coming down the home straight, the eye was drawn to the daughter of Sea The Stars, who looked as though she had just jumped into the race at the two furlong pole. She breezed past her rivals one by one to move into the lead with a furlong left to race.
One shake of the reigns by Oisin saw her put multiple lengths between herself and the chasing pack, who were only ever playing for the minor placings.
The supplemented Beautiful Love would eventually get the better of Royal Dress but this race was only ever about the mightily impressive, See The Fire, who won by an eventual 12 lengths. Making her one of the most emphatic winners of the Group 2 Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai Middleton Stakes.
THE AL BASTI EQUIWORLD, DUBAI DANTE STAKES (GROUP 2)
Pride Of Arras defied any talk of inexperience when showing an electric turn of foot to win our feature event.
Favourite and Group 3 Tattersalls Acomb winner The Lion In Winter showed plenty of greenness in the early stages and was one of a few to give their respective jockeys a hard time in the first few furlongs of the race.
The order remained unchanged for much of the contest, with Rossa Ryan opting to take the shortest way round, hugging the inside rail on the eventual winner.
Devil’s Advocate was still leading under Benoit De La Sayette at the four furlong pole but he was soon flanked on either side by a whole host of challengers, with none going better than Pride Of Arras for Ralph Beckett, who was smuggled into contention down the home straight.
Once asked the question, the son of New Bay showed a sparkling turn of foot to put three lengths between himself and the field.
Damysus came with a thundering run down the outside under Kieran Shoemark but ultimately ran out of time to reel in the very impressive winner, Pride Of Arras.
Immediately after the race he moved into third favourite for the Betfred Epsom Derby, earning himself a quote of 4/1 with our sponsors Sky Bet.
NAME THE COMBINATION
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WORK OUT THE WINNER
NAME THE RACECOURSES
Can you name the racecourses from the pictures?
Can you name the jockey, trainer and horse who teamed up to land last years Knights Solicitors Stakes? Answers to today’s puzzles can be found on page 77.
Can you name the winners from the pictures below? If you need a clue, they all won on day three of the Dante Festival last year. 12 4 3 1 2
2024: AN AWARD WINNING SEASON
Thank you for your support
Thank you for your support
York Racecourse is proud to have been honoured with the following awards based on our 2024 season, thank you to everyone who helped us earn them, we look forward to delivering another exciting season.
Group 1
Juddmonte International, Longines World’s Best Horse RaceInternational Federation of Horseracing Authorities
Professional Horse Racing Grounds Team of the Year, Grounds Managers Association
ROA Gold Standard - The Racehorse Owners Association
The Racing Foundation Green Award Racecourse Association, Showcase Awardsfor the Bustardthorpe End
The Racing Connection Showcase Award - Under Jockey’s Orders
Racehorse Syndicates Association AwardOutstanding ownership experience for sharedownership groups
Race 1 1.55 1m
1 Darvel (IRE) 9-12
2 Marsh Benham (IRE) 9-12
3 Huxley (IRE) 9-11
4 Saturnalia (GER) 9-11
5 Drumstick (GB) 9-11
6 Hover (IRE) 9-11
7 Newfangled (IRE) 9-11
8 Racing Demon (GB) 9-9
9 Vellner (IRE) 9-9
10 English Spirit (GB) 9-7
11 Mybad (IRE) 9-6
12 My Ambition (IRE) 9-5
13 Buy The Dip (GB) 9-4
14 Windsor Pass (IRE) 9-1
Race 2 2.25 1m 2f
1 Kind of Kiss (GB) 9-9
2 Gloucestershire (USA) 9-9
3 Burrito (GB) 9-8
4 Nap Hand (IRE) 9-7
5 Prometeo (GB) 9-7
6 Sovereign Sea (IRE) 9-6
7 Royal Approval (IRE) 9-5
8 Eagle Day (IRE) 9-4
9 Sweet Reward (IRE) 9-4
10 Silent Age (FR) 9-4
11 Expert Witness (GB) 9-4
12 Beauld As Brass (GB) 9-4
13 Into Battle (IRE) 9-1
14 Azahara Palace (GB) 8-13
15 Yokohama (IRE) 8-10
Race 3 3.00 6f
1 Bourbon Blues (GB) 9-7
2 Cape Orator (IRE) 9-7
3 Commander’s Intent (FR) 9-7
4 Crest of Fire (IRE) 9-7
5 Dodge City (FR) 9-7
6 Domination (IRE) 9-7
7 Do Or Do Not (IRE) 9-7
8 French Affair (IRE) 9-7
Race 1 2.18
1 Onemorenomore (GB) 10-0
2 Stratocracy (IRE) 9-13
3 Nammos (GB) 9-8
4 Split Elevens (GB) 9-6
5 Spanish Mane (IRE) 9-3
6 Cooperation (IRE) 9-1
7 Zina Colada (GB) 8-9
8 Basharat (GB) 8-9
9 Hold The Press (IRE) 8-9
Race 2 2.52 1m
1 Bedouin Prince (IRE) 9-11
2 Double Meaning (GB) 9-4
3 Eternal Force (GB) 9-4
4 Formidable Don (IRE) 9-4
5 Noble Horizon (GB) 9-4
6 Showyoutheropes (IRE) 9-4
7 Sunshine Mag (IRE) 9-4
8 Wicked (FR) 9-4
9 Favorite Memory (GB) 8-13
NEWBURY
9 Humidity (GB) 9-7
10 John Barleycorn (IRE) 9-7
11 Lohoobb (GB) 9-7
12 Morris Dancer (IRE) 9-7
13 Secret Santa (IRE) 9-7
14 Sirius A (IRE) 9-7
15 Telling Time (GB) 9-7
16 Title Role (GB) 9-7
17 Whinbarrow (IRE) 9-7
18 Words of Truth (GB) 9-7
Race 4 3.33 7f
1 Montpellier (GB) 9-11
2 Abundance (GB) 9-4
3 Blue Lancero (GB) 9-4
4 Impresario (IRE) 9-4
5 Kaizen (GB) 9-4
6 Road House (IRE) 9-4
7 Rock N It (IRE) 9-4
8 Sea Force (IRE) 9-4
9 Silent Storm (IRE) 9-4
10 Uniting (IRE) 9-4
11 Zouligan (GB) 9-4
Race 5 4.05 7f
1 Indian Springs (IRE) 9-11
2 Accentuate (GB) 9-4
3 Baloo’s Blues (GB) 9-4
4 Bullington Bry (GB) 9-4
5 Give Me The Night (IRE) 9-4
6 Prodigal Son (GB) 9-4
7 Raafedd (IRE) 9-4
8 Seventy (GB) 9-4
9 Time Allowed (GB) 9-4
10 Tokyo Joe (GB) 9-4
11 Mielikki (GB) 8-13
Race 6 4.45 1m 2f
1 Altareq (GB) 9-7
2 Bedford (GB) 9-7
3 Caughtredhanded (GB) 9-7
4 Crown Imperial (GB) 9-7
5 Gamrai (GB) 9-7
NEWMARKET
1 Twirler (GB) 10-2
2 Renesmee (GB) 10-1
3 Mehmas Shy Angel (IRE) 9-7
4 Stacey Racey (GB) 9-7
5 Hot Like Me (IRE) 9-6
6 My Mate Beattie (IRE) 9-6
7 Manyana Blue (GB) 9-4
8 Zaraquelle (FR) 9-3
9 Sixteen One (GB) 9-3
10 French Haven (GB) 8-13
Race 4 4.00 6f
1 Akabusi (GB) 9-7
2 Caitrinho (IRE) 9-7
3 Logi Bear (IRE) 9-7
4 Royal Bodyguard (IRE) 9-7
5 Saeculamation (IRE) 9-7
6 Somebody (IRE) 9-7
7 Calchas (GB) 9-5
8 Faithful Dream (GB) 9-5 9 Galileo Island (IRE) 9-5
King’s Courtier (GB) 9-5
6 Hinchinbrooke (GB) 9-7
7 Meblesh (IRE) 9-7
8 Minnesota (GB) 9-7
9 Respond (IRE) 9-7
10 Sail On Jimmy Boy (GB) 9-7
11 Valiancy (IRE) 9-7
Race 7 5.20 1m 2f
1 Channagide (USA) 9-9
2 Bownder (IRE) 9-8
3 Telecommunication (IRE) 9-8
4 Carderock (IRE) 9-8
5 Silent Affair (IRE) 9-6
6 Rory’s Gold (IRE) 9-6
7 Olivia Jane (IRE) 9-6
8 Divot (GB) 9-6
9 Glenridding (GB) 9-6
10 Blue Tempus (FR) 9-4
11 Zarakerjack (FR) 9-4
12 Hamdani Cruiser (USA) 9-4
13 Azoozi (GB) 9-3
14 Naturally (GB) 9-3
15 Love You Back (IRE) 9-2
16 Split Silk (GB) 8-11
Race 8 5.55 1m 4f
1 One Cool Dreamer (IRE) 9-9
2 Civil Law (IRE) 9-8
3 Parkland (IRE) 9-8
4 La Cadalora (GB) 9-8
5 An Bradan Feasa (IRE) 9-8
6 Amancio (GB) 9-8
7 Percy Jones (GB) 9-8
8 Alpine Stroll (GB) 9-7
9 Nibras Gold (IRE) 9-7
10 Gallant Lion (GB) 9-6
11 Francesco Baracca (GB) 9-6
12 Dalton Park (IRE) 9-4
13 Molten Sea (GB) 9-3
14 Imperial Cult (IRE) 9-0
15 Fram Castle (IRE) 8-7
Athena’s Fortune (IRE) 9-0 Race 5 4.38
1 Lavender Hill Mob (GB) 9-9 2 Claymore (FR) 9-8
3 Fouroneohfever (IRE) 9-5
4 Knightswood (IRE) 9-0
5 Speriamo (GB) 8-7
Race 6 5.15 6f
1 Midnight City (IRE) 9-9
2 Forever My Prince (GB) 9-9
3 Camera Shy (IRE) 9-8
4 May Encounter (GB) 9-7
5 My Mate Kev (GB) 9-7
6 Dapper Guest (IRE) 9-5
7 Sabrimento (IRE) 9-4
8 Rokuni (IRE) 9-3
9 Alashos (FR) 9-3
10 Rogue Dynasty (GB) 9-2
11 Bow Street (GB) 9-0
12 Royal Accord (GB) 8-12
Runners & Riders
British Stallion Studs will contribute £2million towards British prize-money in 2025, bringing our total investment to £40million since we were founded in 1983
The Clipper EBF Marygate Stakes
Five Furlongs (1,000 metres)
See page 78 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 5f
Race Type: Listed
Prize Money: £70,000
Age: 2f
Stalls: Farside
We start with a Listed race over the shortest trip in UK racing, five furlongs. It is part of the Pattern pyramid which denotes the best contests, being the development tier of the four categories; Listed, Group 3, Group 2 and Group 1. All start off the same weight as all are seeking that first win.
This race is for those that are registered with the European Breeders’ Fund. This means that the horses sire is registered in Europe with the EBF, which is a scheme to encourage the best in bloodstock breeding in Europe
Strong performers will be watched closely as they progress, previous year’s winners have gone on to win the Queen Mary Stakes at Royal Ascot and the Sky Bet Lowther at our own Sky Bet Ebor Festival.
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: BETTY CLOVER
Trainer: Eve Johnson Houghton
Jockey: Georgia Dobie
Age/Weight: 2-9-0
Runners: 15 SP: 12/1
Betty Clover sat in rear but in touch with the leaders on the far side group Made headway inside the final furlong and was ridden all the way to the finish to win by half-a-length.
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
RaceiQ Par Time: 58.21s
(Based on going description Good to firm-good in places)
Course Record: 57.11s by Big Time Baby (20-Aug-16)
Leading course trainer (20-25): K R Burke (26 wins from 239 runners, 11%) runs ALASKAN LIGHT & LOVE OLIVIA Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R Hannon (13 wins from 55 runners, 24%) runs HARRY’S
Fancy That: K R Burke won this race in 2022 and 2023. The stable runs ALASKAN
Longest Travellers: ETERNAL SOLACE trained by O Sangster & HARRY’S GIRL trained by R Hannon
both Marlborough, 212 miles.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 14th May.
KNAVESMIRE TIP
A whole host of potential improvers with bright futures ahead of them, but the vote goes to LOVE OLIVIA. Karl Burke’s filly made light work of her opposition on her introduction at Wolverhampton last month and she is clearly held in high regard at Spigot Lodge. The biggest threat may emerge from Harry’s Girl, who displayed a willing attitude to score at Newmarket. Fellow debut winners Eternal Solace and Awraad add further spice to the mix.
LOVE OLIVIA Harry’s Girl
The Clipper EBF Marygate Stakes
1 Alaskan Light (IRE) (7)
B f Kodiac - Luminous Gold
Owner: Nick Bradley Racing 5 & E Burke
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
Distance: 5f
Race Type: Listed
Prize Money: £70,000
Age: 2f
Stalls: Farside
(8)
Jockey: Clifford Lee
Form: 2
Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
Foaled 5 May. Full sister to Waddat, won three times at 6f Beaten 1 3/4l by Raakeb when second of 6 at 15-8 on her racecourse debut at Ripon over 5f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating - SP: 28-1
2
Awraad (IRE) (32)
(5)
B f Awtaad (IRE) - Chitra Jockey: Connor Beasley
Owner: Mah Bloodstock
Trainer: Gemma Tutty, Northallerton
Form: 1 D
Breeder: Dr Magid Abdelhalim
Foaled 26 Feb. Dam won four times at 5f and 6f A winner at 11-1 at Pontefract over 5f (good) on her latest outing last month, beating Ubetterseethis by a head. Official BHA Rating - SP: 40-1
3 Eternal Solace (GB) (16)
B or Br f Tasleet - Yes Always (IRE)
Owner: The Cool Silk Partnership
(57.2) (9)
Trevor Whelan
Trainer: Ollie Sangster, Marlborough Form: 1 D Breeder: The Cool Silk Partnership
Foaled 26 Apr Half-sister to Yes I’m Mali, won twice at 5f A winner at 11-2 at Brighton over 5f (good to firm) on her latest outing last month, beating Dapper Charm by 3l. Official BHA Rating - SP: 17-2
4 Guernsey Lady (IRE) (14)
B f Coulsty (IRE) - Grandee Daisy Jockey: Rossa Ryan
Owner: Trevor Gallienne & David Evans
Trainer: David Evans, Abergavenny
43
Baroda Stud
Foaled 17 Mar. Half-sister to Conde, won at 1m. Placed once in two starts. Third of 11 behind Havana Hurricane beaten 2 3/4l at 16-1 on her latest outing at Goodwood over 5f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating - SP: 40-1
5 Harry’s Girl (GB) (31)
(3)
Ch f Harry Angel (IRE) - Autumn Magic Jockey: Tom Marquand
Owner: Craig Bloor, Will Salthouse & R Hannon
Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough Form: 1 D
Breeder: Peter Ridgers
Foaled 21 Feb. Half-sister to Abnegation, won four times over hurdles between 2m and 2m 5f A winner at 7-1 at Newmarket over 5f (good to soft) on her latest outing last month, beating Ruby’s Angel by 3/4l. Official BHA Rating - SP: 3-1
6
Love Olivia (GB) (25)
Gr f Havana Grey - Step Sister Jockey: David Egan
Owner: Amo Racing Limited
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
Form: 1 D
Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud
Foaled 23 Apr. Dam a lightly raced maiden. Won on her latest outing when 2-5fav at Wolverhampton over 5f last month, beating Very Mindful by 8l. Official BHA Rating - SP: 7-4
7 Saucy Jane (GB) (11)
B f Lope Y Fernandez (IRE) - Sea Horn (FR)
Owner: Nick Bradley Racing 16 and JMR Partners
Trainer: Jack Morland, Newmarket
Jockey: Sam James
Form: 21 D
Breeder: Sea Horn Partnership
Foaled 30 Mar Half-sister to Seasett, won twice over hurdles at 2m 3f and twice on the flat at 1m. A winner at 7-1 at Beverley over 5f (good to firm) on her latest outing earlier this month, beating Homestrait by 5l. Official BHA Rating - SP: 5-1
8 Secret Hideaway (IRE) (20)
B f Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Ejaazah (IRE)
Owner: Mrs Paul Shanahan
Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton
9-0 (57.2) (4)
Jockey: P. J. McDonald
Form: 2
Breeder: Summerhill Bloodstock
Foaled 7 Apr Half-sister to Elsals, won twice at 7f Beaten 4 1/2l by Clear Force when second of 5 at 12-1 on her racecourse debut at Ripon over 5f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating - SP: 28-1
9 Solana Rose (IRE) (-)
B f Mehmas (IRE) - Rabaabah (IRE)
Owner: Akela Thoroughbreds Limited
Jockey: Daniel Tudhope
Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley Form:
Foaled 12 Feb. Half-sister to Tundra Rose, won at 7f Fetched 65,000gns as a yearling and her dam is a half-sister to Lockinge winner Mustashry A market check is advised. Official BHA Rating - SP: 25-1
S.P.’S
7-4 Love Olivia (GB), 3-1 Harry’s Girl (GB), 5-1 Saucy Jane (GB), 17-2 Eternal Solace (GB), 25-1 Solana Rose (IRE), 28-1 Alaskan Light (IRE), Secret Hideaway (IRE), 40-1 Awraad (IRE), Guernsey Lady (IRE)
FIRST RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Fabienne Parkin.
Clipper have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race
Macmillan Charity Raceday Saturday 14 June
This unforgettable annual event is Macmillan’s largest single fundraising day in the UK, with an incredible £10.5 million raised so far – and we’re not stopping there.
Come along on Saturday 14 June and help us make a real
Simply scan the QR code to start bidding. You can also place bids by visiting macmillan.org.uk/ macmillancharityraceday The auction will close at 5.15pm on Saturday 14 June. Join us this June for the 54th Macmillan Charity Raceday at York Racecourse
difference, ensuring no one has to face cancer alone.
Be sure to bid in our charity auction for your chance to leave with incredible prizes ranging from luxury items to incredible holidays and sporting experiences
TOP TRAINER AT YORK AWARD
The Championship will be determined by the number of winners recorded and in the event of a tie, placed efforts will prove the deciding factor. The winner will receive the coveted Charles Clinkard Trophy and a smart pair of shoes plus £2,500 for the stable to share and a Christmas Party here at York in December.
See The Fire completed the first leg of a day two double for Andrew Balding in the Group 2 Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai Middleton, to move him one behind Richard Hannon.
2024 Champion: Andrew Balding
The charity was set up in 2015 by Christy & Sasha York and Patricia Kilpatrick Pathadmanyyearsworking for the Cystic Fibrosis Trust and Christy&Sasha,havingraisedfunds fortheCFTrust,decidedtheywanted morecontrolandfortheirfundraising togodirectlytopatients,familiesand dedicated CF centres. They are all parentstochildrenwithCF.
Eachyearweholdacharitylunchduring theDanteMeetingatYorkRacecourse. This year we celebrate the charity's 10thanniversary.Wealsohonourand remember Charlie York, Christy & Sasha's son who very sadly lost his battlewithCysticFibrosisinJanuaryof thisyearagedjust20yearsold.
Charlie was an example to us all. He fought his illness with humility, pride, andimmensebravery,alwaysfarmore interestedinothersthanhimselfandhis personalobstacles.Hewasatalented musician and artist, had a cracking senseofhumour,waslovedbyallwho knewhim.Heisverymuchmissedbyall. Ourlivesarelesswithouthim.
2025 is the 10th anniversary of the charity and we are asking you to celebrateourmilestonebyhelpingus raisemuchneededfundsfortheCF community.WehelpCFpatientswith more effective and modern equipment, which the NHS does not fund,makingtheirdailydrugtherapy regimequickerandlesslaborious.We help families so they are supported andareabletogivethecaretotheir loved ones with CF. We help CF hospitalcentreswithstate-of-the-art equipment, including a new Liver Scanner at St James's Hospital inLeeds cysticfibrosiscare.org.uk
CHARLIE YORK
EXPLORE IT TODAY
Bustardthorpe End 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 most recent 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 was opened in last August by HM The Queen and is now ready 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. Enjoy the sounds of The Monotones before, during and after the sporting action.
A state of the art William Hill betting shop completes the development, as well 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. We are proud that has already picked up an award for environmental sustainability, at the Racecourse Association Showcase.
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 the overaching Churchill Tyres 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.
We hope you enjoy it.
The Roberto Pavillion
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2nd Race 2.42
The Knights Solicitors Stakes (GBBPlus)
One Mile, Two Furlongs About 56 Yards (2,000 metres)
See page 78 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 1m 2f
Race Type: Handicap Rating: 0-100
Prize Money: £60,000
Age: 4+
Stalls: Inside Rail
This is the first handicap of the afternoon. Such races are designed for close competition, so the handicapper is the independent assessor who rates horses on past performance seeking to get them crossing the line together, by handing out differing weights.
The best will be the highest rated horses, Thunder Run here, so he will carry top weight.
Use the Press Selections Board by the Winners Enclosure to guide you or give you someone to blame
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: BOTANICAL
Trainer: Roger Varian
Jockey: James Doyle
Age/Weight: 4-9-8
Runners: 16 SP: 5/2F
Three-lengths separated Botanical from his nearest pursuer as the favourite came home a ready winner under James Doyle for Roger Varian.
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
RaceiQ Par Time: 2m 9.99s
(Based on going description Good to firm-good in places) Course Record: 2m 4.32s by City Of Troy (21-Aug-24)
Leading course trainer (20-25): R Fahey (28 wins from 429 runners, 7%) runs HAVE SECRET
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (11 wins from 79 runners, 14%) runs AUSTRIAN
& FINANCER
Weightwatcher: AUSTRIAN THEORY won off a handicap mark of 91, his rating is now down 6lb to 85
Longest Travellers: WESTERTON & BRIONI trained by A King, Barbury Castle, 212 miles.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 14th May.
KNAVESMIRE TIP
Having signed off his last campaign with a triumph at Sandown, Flying Frontier likely has more to offer this year However, the lack of a recent run and 2lb nudge up the ratings does demand more from James Tate’s charge and TONY MONTANA ticks more of the right boxes. The son of Kingman arrives on the back of a good second at Goodwood and a 2lb higher mark looks workable on this second outing of the season. Have Secret and Austrian Theory are others to consider
TONY MONTANA
Flying Frontier
The Knights Solicitors Stakes
1 Thunder Run (IRE) (48)
Ch g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Astonished (IRE)
Owner: The JC Organization & Partner
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
9-12 (62.6) (4)
Clifford Lee
11314-0 C Breeder: Forenaghts Stud Farm
He has won three times at 1m on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Beaten 9l behind Godwinson at 11-2 when 15th of 22 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 1m (good to soft) in March. Official BHA Rating 100 SP: 17-2
2 Salamanca (GB) (28)
9-10 (61.7) (5)
B c Sea The Stars (IRE) - Awesometank Jockey: William Buick
Owner: Mr P. W. Harris
Trainer: Jane Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket
1m 2f
3 Tony Montana (GB) (13)
B g Kingman - Mischief Making (USA)
Owner: Amo Racing Limited
Trainer: Michael Bell, Newmarket
Eminent
9-8 (60.8)
David Egan
Highclere Stud
He has won three times at 1m 2f on good ground. Beaten 2l by Sir Lowry’s Pass when second of 11 at 5-1 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 1m 2f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 96 SP: 11-2
4 Flying Frontier (GB) (258)
B h Farhh - Alaia (IRE)
Owner: Mr Saeed Manana
Trainer: James Tate, Newmarket
9-7 (60.3)
Daniel Tudhope
522/001- D Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
He has won three times from 1m 1f to 1m 2f on good ground. A winner at 11-2 at Sandown over 1m 2f (good) on his latest outing in August last year, beating Balmacara by a neck. Official BHA Rating 95 SP: 12-1
5 Brioni (FR) (29)
B g Cloth of Stars (IRE) - High Story (FR) Jockey: Rossa Ryan
Owner: Mrs M C Sweeney & Alan King
Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle
00210-0 D Breeder: Mr Jean-Philippe Dubois
Successful at 1m and 1m 2f on soft ground and on the all-weather Beaten 12l behind Bullet Point at 11-1 when eighth of 11 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 1m (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 93 SP: 16-1
6
Westerton (IRE) (13)
B g Belardo (IRE) - Aubusson (IRE)
Owner: Mr J. Law
Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle
Jockey: Tom Marquand
Form: 0/0030-6 D
Breeder: Mrs H. A. Jellett
A winner at 1m 2f on good to firm ground. Finished 6l behind Sir Lowry’s Pass when sixth of 11 at 25-1 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 1m 2f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 90 SP: 22-1 7 Have Secret (IRE) (29)
Ch g Havana Gold (IRE) - Secret Existence (IRE)
Owner: Peter Timmins, John Rhodes & Partner
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
He has won three times from 7f to 1m 2f on good and soft ground. Won on his latest outing when 11-4fav at
Br m Muhaarar - Sharqeyih
Owner: Mr G.R.Smith
Trainer: Kevin Philippart de Foy, Newmarket
Jockey: Billy Garritty
Kieran Shoemark
9 Debora’s Dream (IRE) (8)
Br g Sioux Nation (USA) - Duljanah (IRE)
Owner: Miss C. Dolan
(56.2) (9)
Jockey: Oisin Orr
Breeder: D. A. Thorpe
Trainer: Jennie Candlish, Leek Form: 3534-06
He has won three times from 7f to 1m on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Finished 3 1/2l behind Paddy The Squire when sixth of 14 at 40-1 on his latest outing at Chester over 1m 2f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 86 (-1) SP: 22-1
10
Austrian Theory (IRE) (8)
B g Awtaad (IRE) - Cedar Sea (IRE)
Owner: The Wolf Pack 2 and Partner
8-11 (55.8) (3)
Jockey: David Allan
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Form: 2410-22 D
Breeder: Epona Bloodstock Ltd and P.A Byrne
He has won four times from 7f to 1m 2f on good to firm and soft ground. Beaten 1/2l by Paddy The Squire when second of 14 at 8-1 on his latest outing at Chester over 1m 2f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 85 (+2) SP: 6-1
11
Zain Blue (IRE) (29)
B c Blue Point (IRE) - Affability (IRE)
Owner: Mr Asaad Al Banwan
8-11 (55.8) (8)
Jockey: Connor Beasley
Trainer: John Butler, Newmarket Form: 51351-0 C Breeder: A. Stroud and J. Hanly
Successful twice at 1m on good to soft ground. Well beaten at 11-1 behind Bullet Point when 9th of 11 on his
at Newmarket over 1m (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 85
12 Man of Desert (GB) (15)
B c Study of Man (IRE) - Desert Berry Jockey: Silvestre De Sousa
Owner: Strawberry Fields Stud
Trainer: Chris Dwyer, Newmarket
Strawberry Fields Stud
Placed once in three starts. Third of 12 behind Roman Centurion beaten 1l at 200-1 on his latest outing at Yarmouth over
(good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 82
13 Financer (GB) (29)
B g Cracksman - Isa Jockey: Duran Fentiman
Owner: S Bulmer, P Hebdon & R Taylor
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Form: 50015-2 D
Breeder: Mrs P. A. Johnson
He has won three times at 1m 2f on good to firm and good ground Beaten 5l by Have Secret when second of 9 at 6-1 on his latest outing at Ripon over 1m 2f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 82 SP: 18-1
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 13...........................................................................................(EXACTA)
Visor worn by No 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 11. PROBABLE S.P.’S
11-2 Tony Montana (GB), 6-1 Austrian Theory (IRE), 17-2 Thunder Run (IRE), 9-1 Salamanca (GB), Have Secret (IRE), 12-1 Flying Frontier (GB), 14-1 Bint Al Daar (GB), 16-1 Brioni (FR), Man of Desert (GB), 18-1 Financer (GB), 22-1 Westerton (IRE), Debora’s Dream (IRE), 25-1 Zain Blue (IRE)
SECOND RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Tim Cross, Partner of Knights
Knights Solicitors have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race.
GBB NOTICE
The Great British Bonus (GBB) incentivises and rewards with breeding, buying and racing of British-bred fillies by paying out bonuses of up to £100,000 per filly And now with GBBPlus to further incentivise staying fillies and chasing mares, there are more reasons than ever to breed, buy and race British Majority funded by the HBLB.
Epona: A Green Knavesmire 300 Sculpture
Freddie McAlpine-Riddell is a wildlife sculptor, originally from Newcastle Upon Tyne He creates figurative artwork to showcase the natural beauty of the thoroughbred in a very environmentally sustainable way; he uses discarded tools and machinery. In further tribute, the components used are not altered to fit specific shapes but maintaining their natural and true form.
Freddie hopes to inspire others and encourage creative ways to re-purpose debris, in turn minimising and re-imagining waste and how we interact with it.
You can see the largest of his creations, Epona, standing by the Stewards Head- On Box near the Parade Ring.
Named after the Celtic goddess of horses, she is life-size, standing at a height of 18.1 hands.
If you find a winner and want to invest the proceeds, contact Freddie at freddiemcalpineart.com
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
Oisin Murphy came home strongest of all on Tropical Storm, to go level with Ryan Moore and Shane Foley at the top of the leaderboard.
The Sky Bet Fillies’ Stakes
(Registered as The Michael Seely Memorial Stakes)
About One Mile (1,600 metres)
See page 78 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 1m
Race Type: Listed
Prize Money: £70,000
Age: 3f
Stalls: Inside Rail
Our second Listed race of the day, and remember Listed status gives an indication of the top-drawer potential of the runners.
In the spirit of creating opportunities for different types of horse, this race has been planned especially to cater for three-year-old fillies only As this year’s crop are yet to taste big time glory, it is level weights.
An in-form jockey could be the best way of spotting the eventual winner, check the stats table
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: DEVOTED QUEEN
Trainer: Charlie Appleby
Jockey: William Buick
Age/Weight: 3-9-2
Runners: 9 SP: 3/1F
The well fancied Devoted Queen sat in midfield before being pushed along to lead inside the two-pole Ran home stylishly to take the spoils for Godolphin.
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
RaceiQ Par Time: 1m 38.01s
(Based on going description Good to firm-good in places)
Course Record: 1m 34.35s by Croupier (18-May-23)
Leading course trainer (20-25): W Haggas (35 wins from 213 runners, 16%) runs CONSECRATED Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W Haggas (9 wins from 31 runners, 29%) runs CONSECRATED Longest Traveller: BERMUDA LONGTAIL trained by A Balding, Kingsclere, 216 miles.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 14th May.
KNAVESMIRE TIP
Unbeaten duo Glittering Surf and Kon Tiki share similar profiles stepping up in class and neither can be dismissed in an open affair However, there is a sneaking suspicion that we’ve yet to see GULYA fulfil her potential and she could be worth chancing. Roger Varian’s filly endured a luckless passage when denied by a short head at Ascot last month and, granted better luck, compensation could be on the cards.
GULYA Glittering Surf
The Sky Bet Fillies’ Stakes (Registered as The Michael Seely Memorial Stakes)
1 Bermuda Longtail (FR) (48)
B f Hello Youmzain (FR) - Et Toi Et Moi (FR)
Owner: Bermuda Racing Ltd
Distance: 1m
Race Type: Listed
Prize Money: £70,000 Age: 3f
Stalls: Inside Rail
(58.1) (9)
Jockey: William Buick
Breeder: Riviera Equine S.A.R.L
Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere Form: 21-2 BF
A winner at 7f on the all-weather Beaten 1l by Glittering Surf when second of 7 at 6-5fav on her latest outing at Kempton over 1m in March. Official BHA Rating 89 SP: 14-1
2
Consecrated (GB) (35)
B f Frankel - Sacre Caroline (USA)
Owner: Cheveley Park Stud
(58.1) (4)
Jockey: Tom Marquand
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket Form: 1
Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited
Half-sister to Sacred, won four times at 5f and 7f including a Group 2 race. Won on her latest outing when 5-2fav at Newbury over 7f (good) last month, beating Breckenbrough by 3l. Official BHA Rating - SP: 13-2
3 Elsie’s Ruan (IRE) (246)
B f Ulysses (IRE) - Lost Control (IRE)
Owner: H & R Racing Limited
Trainer: Gemma Tutty, Northallerton
9-2 (58.1)
Joanna Mason
130- C
Hyde Park Stud
A winner at 7f on good to firm ground. Beaten 14l behind Desert Flower at 25-1 when last of 9 on her latest outing in the Group 2 Betfred May Hill Stakes at Doncaster over 1m (good) in September last year Official BHA Rating 95 SP: 33-1
4
Glittering Surf (GB) (48)
B f Oasis Dream - Sparkling Surf
Owner: Mr P. Winkworth
Trainer: Owen Burrows, Lambourn
David Probert
1-1
P. Winkworth
Successful twice at 1m on the all-weather. A winner at 8-1 at Kempton over 1m on her latest outing in March, beating Bermuda Longtail by 1l. Official BHA Rating 92 SP: 11-4
5 Gulya (IRE) (16)
Ch f Night of Thunder (IRE) - Roman Venture (IRE)
Owner: Mr Nurlan Bizakov
Trainer: Roger Varian, Newmarket
9-2 (58.1) (2)
Silvestre De Sousa
2-2 BF
Breeder: Robert Ng & The Aherne Family
Placed in both starts. Beaten a short head by Victory Queen when second of 6 at 6-4fav on her latest outing at Ascot over 1m (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating - SP: 6-1
6
Kon Tiki (GB) (37)
Ch f Night of Thunder (IRE) - Maid Up
Owner: Mr P. W. Harris
Trainer: Jane Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket
David Egan
1-1 D Breeder: Brightwalton Bloodstock Ltd
Successful at 7f and 1m on the all-weather. A winner at 10-3 at Kempton over 1m on her latest outing last month, beating Life Is Beautiful by 1 1/4l. Official BHA Rating 88 SP: 4-1
7
Royalty Bay (IRE) (237)
B f Kodiac - Dubai Rainbow (IRE) Jockey: Harry Russell
Owner: Eco-Power Racing
Trainer: John & Sean Quinn, Malton
161250- C Breeder: Luke & Adam Morgan
Successful twice at 6f on good to soft and soft ground. Beaten 5l behind Sky Majesty at 18-1 when seventh of 13 on her latest outing in the Group 3 Firth Of Clyde at Ayr over 6f (good to firm) in September last year Official BHA Rating 94 SP: 33-1
8 Serving With Style (GB) (231)
(6)
B f Mohaather - Queens Park (FR) Jockey: Clifford Lee
Owner: Victorious Racing & Fawzi Nass
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn Form: 1102- D
Breeder: Parks Farm Stud Successful at 7f and 1m on good to soft and soft ground. Beaten 2 1/4l by Bubbling when second of 5 at 11-1 on her latest outing in the Group 2 Rockfel Stakes at Newmarket over 7f (soft) in September last year. Official BHA Rating 102 SP: 12-1
9
The Third Star (GB) (15)
B f Iffraaj - Thraya Star (FR)
Owner: Strawberry Fields Stud
Trainer: Chris Dwyer, Newmarket
(5)
Jockey: Connor Beasley
Form: 6-12
Breeder: Strawberry Fields Stud
A winner at 7f on the all-weather Beaten 2l by Verse Of Love when second of 6 at 9-1 on her latest outing at Yarmouth over 7f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 84 SP: 66-1
10
Troia (GB) (23)
B f Kingman - Umniyah (IRE)
Owner: Fittocks Stud & Andrew Bengough
Trainer: Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn
(7)
Jockey: Kieran Shoemark
Form: 14-1
Breeder: Fittocks Stud & Andrew Bengough
Successful at 6f and 7f on good to firm and good ground Won on her latest outing when 5-6fav at Catterick over 7f (good to firm) last month, beating Magna Grecia Star by 1 1/4l. Official BHA Rating 95 SP: 11-1 NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS
STEWARDS NOTE
GULYA: Following its run on 30/4/2025 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run. PROBABLE S.P.’S 11-4 Glittering Surf (GB), 4-1 Kon Tiki (GB), 6-1 Gulya (IRE), 13-2 Consecrated (GB), 11-1 Troia (GB), 12-1 Serving With Style (GB), 14-1 Bermuda Longtail (FR), 33-1 Elsie’s Ruan (IRE), Royalty Bay (IRE), 66-1 The Third Star (GB)
RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION
THIRD RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Michael Shinners, Head of Sports PR
Sky Bet have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race and £100 to the winning groom.
Racegoers can meet former racehorse Goldream along with the New Beginnings team in the Clocktower Enclosure.
Goldream was trained by Robert Cowell in Newmarket and was a dual Group 1 winner of the King’s Stand Stakes at Royal Ascot and Prix de L’Abbaye at Longchamp and he also enjoyed some successful trips here at York! He is now retired from racing and resides at the rehoming and re-training of racehorses’ charity New Beginnings.
When he is not meeting people at the races, he enjoys taking part in dressage competitions, hacking and eating carrots!
Come meet our Equine Ambassador today! www.nbhorses.org.uk
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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 Dante 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 Boodles Yorkshire Cup closed for original entries on April 1st. 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 Boodles Yorkshire Cup has risen because of a Supplementary Entry for Rebel’s Romance, who will carry the Godolphin blue.
After the original closing date, the horse ran well in Dubai on World Cup night, encouraging a bid for today’s prize. The breakdown of the new prize pots can be seen below.
Original Prize Fund: £180,000 Supplementary fee: 14,000
Fee) deducted: £1,800
£12,200
£192,200
Rebel’s Romance
Boodles Yorkshire Cup
Rebel’s Romance
The Boodles Yorkshire Cup FACT
FILE:
WHEN DID THE RACE BEGIN?
Distance
One mile, five furlongs abt 188yds (2,770 metres)
Prize money
£180,000 *before supplementary entry
It had been intended to launch a new two mile handicap in 1926, but racing was cancelled because of the General Strike and so it began 12 months later. After the war it became a Conditions race and in 1966 the distance was reduced to one mile and six furlongs. In 1971 it achieved Group 2 status.
WHY IS IT SPECIAL?
The Boodles Yorkshire Cup is the first of the major stayers’ Cup events, what you might term the “Grand Slam”. It pits the established stars against the young pretenders.
In this case anyway, as Ardross, winner in 1981 and 1982, was the first thoroughbred to claim two Boodles Yorkshire Cups.
Stradivarius, made history and became only the second back-to-back winner of the race in 2018 and 2019 going one step beyond with his third victory in 2022. Giavellotto followed up his win in 2023 with another, both in fine style for Marco Botti, he joined the elite double winners club
A POT OF GOLD? NOT SO FAST
Incredibly, given Irish success in almost every sphere of modern horse racing, this race has always eluded raiders from the Emerald Isle Southern France pushed Stradivarius all the way in 2019, but apart from that, their best effort in the last decade was from the then Thomas Carmody-trained Royal Diamond who finished third to Glen’s Diamond in 2013. This year Ireland arrives with another contender, can Continuous provide an Irish winner for the roll of honour
Ardross
Stradivarius
Giavellotto
LEADING TRAINERS?
The legendary Cecil Boyd-Rochfort bagged seven victories in a career that spanned four decades – The Scout II (1931), Kingstone (1945), Premonition (1954), Dickens (1960), Sagacity (1962), Raise You Ten (1964), and Apprentice (1965). Saeed bin Suroor and Sir Michael Stoute both have trained five winners, after the latter’s retirement it falls to Clarehaven stables, operated by John & Thady Gosden. The pair have three successes in the race thanks to the great Stradivarius and today it falls to Sweet William to fly their Clarehaven flag.
LEADING RIDER?
The late Lester Piggott has eight wins - Pandofell (1961), Aunt Edith (1966), Knockroe (1972), Bruni (1976), Bright Finish (1977), Noble Saint (1980) and Ardross (1981, 1982). Frankie Dettori gave a good account with six winners – Arzanni (1991), Kayf Tara (2000), Marienbard (2001), Mamool (2003) & Stradivarius (2018, 2019 & 2022). Of the current crop Ryan Moore could add a fourth win to his name should Continuous come home the winner
HOW DO YORKSHIRE STABLES FIGURE?
Plenty of local winners down the years with both the Peacock and Elsey families making their mark. Middleham-based Harry Peacock and his son Dick both saddled a winner, as did the legendary Malton trainer Captain Charles Elsey, followed later by his son Bill. In more modern times Zindabad landed the spoils for Middleham trainer Mark Johnston in 2002 as did Glen’s Diamond for 3000 man, Richard Fahey in 2013, whilst Clever Cookie kept the Yorkshire end up with victory for Peter Niven.
But there could not be a more local winner than Templestow who took the very first running in 1927, for he carried the colours of Colonel Hugh Stobart, a former Steward at York who lived at nearby Middlethorpe Hall, now a popular resting place for owners and racegoers alike.
Epic Poet is the sole representative of the North for David O’Meara.
Saeed bin Suroor
Lester Piggott
RACING POST SMART VIEW RUNNERS
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Attribute Summary
Ability
Trainer
Jockey
Distance
Course
Ground
A blend of ability, recent form and potential.
Unique trainer ratings derived from Racing Post’s comprehensive database
Unique jockey ratings derived from Racing Post’s comprehensive database
Provides an assessment of whether a runner has the right blend of speed and stamina to be suited by today’s race distance.
Quantifies the form horses have shown at today’s course in the past.
A measurement of a horse’s suitability to the going at the time the scores were produced.
Racing Post Smart View is the new unbiased, comprehensive and intuitive tool for all racing fans. Using our unrivalled racing database, our team of data scientists has applied mathematical modelling and machine learning techniques to generate an objective assessment across six key attributes for each horse
These are presented in a format that allows you to either home in on individual attributes or be guided by the overall Smart View score, which is a weighted average of the six attributes, scored out of 100.
Whether you’re a seasoned form student or a casual punter, Racing Post Smart View can help you to make more informed choices and more successful bets.
Smart View is a dynamic tool that reacts to the latest conditions, so the scores you see in this racecard may differ from those you see in digital on your phone.
Trainer: Charlie Appleby
Jockey: William Buick
Trainer: John & Thady Gosden
Trainer: Andrew Balding
Jockey: P J Mcdonald
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien
Trainer: David O’Meara
BIG RACE TRENDS
THE BOODLES YORKSHIRE CUP (GROUP 2)
PREVIOUS WINNERS - LAST TEN RUNNINGS
2024
2023 Giavellotto Marco Botti Andrea Atzeni
2015 Snow Sky Sir Michael Stoute Ryan Moore
2014 Gospel Choir Sir Michael Stoute Ryan Moore 7/2F 12 Ran 3m
INTRODUCTION
The Boodles Yorkshire Cup is widely recognised as the first major stayers’ race of the season.
TRAINERS
The victory of Stradivarius back in 2022 gave his trainers John & Thady Gosden a third win in the race but with the retirement of the star-stayer, they will instead look to Sweet William to fly the flag.
RECENT FORM
Two of the last twelve winners won on their previous run before the Boodles Yorkshire Cup, with six of those twelve winners having had their last run over 202 days ago. Last year’s winner Giavellotto had been beaten on his only start prior to winning last year, so it doesn’t necessarily pay to have had a good previous run. Don’t be afraid to back something running for the first time that season.
OFFICIAL RATING
In terms of official ratings, the benchmark for winners appears to be 111. No horse has obliged with a rating lower than that in the last decade, so it seems best to focus our attention on the higher-rated horses. Only Alsakib and Epic Poet have an official rating of below 111.
BETTING
With an average winning SP of just under 5/1 and a record of five winning favourites, it is fair to say that the market has proved an excellent guide in the recent years. Glen’s Diamond caused a shock in 2013 when winning at 25/1 and 2023 winner Giavellotto returned an SP of 14/1 but was sent off 7/2 when winning last year. It has proved more profitable to follow those at a shorter price.
KEY TRENDS
Focus on those towards the head of the betting
Oppose those yet to win a Group race
Oppose runners officially rated less than 111
CONCLUSION
A good looking renewal of the Boodles Yorkshire Cup is made even better by the presence of Continuous for Aidan O’Brien. Ballydoyle’s 112 rated stayer has been beaten in Saudi Arabia and then again in Dubai but the stats suggest that wouldn’t be a complete negative. Rebel’s Romance is clear by 6lb on official ratings and arrives here with obvious claims He isn’t however tested over this tip, which would be a slight negative. The 117 rated SWEET WILLIAM looks to be the one to be with on this occasion. He’s the winner of multiple Group races, is right at the front of the betting and Clarehaven have a fantastic record in this race.
Race 3.45
SWEET WILLIAM Rebel’s Romance 4th
Distance: 1m 6f
Race Type: Group Two
Prize Money: £192,200 (inc. Supplementary)
The Boodles Yorkshire Cup (Group 2)
One Mile About Six Furlongs (2,800 metres)
See page 78 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Age: 4+
Stalls: Inside Rail
Also part of the Pattern race pyramid is the Group 2 Boodles Yorkshire Cup.
The race is over the comparatively long distance for a flat race of a mile and three quarters. Like long distance human athletes, the stamina required to win tends to develop with age so this race is for horses aged four and older
Identifying a successful stayer could make for a profitable summer, so maybe visit the paddock to get a closer look before making your selection and then watch all the field closely
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: GIAVELLOTTO
Trainer: Marco Botti
Jockey: Oisin Murphy
Age/Weight: 5-9-3
Runners: 6 SP: 7/2
Giavellotto made it consecutive wins 12 months ago Made smooth headway under Oisin Murphy to come home an eased down winner from Irish raider Vauban.
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
RaceiQ Par Time: 2m 58.17s
(Based on going description Good to firm-good in places)
Course Record: 2m 51.89s by Tuning (19-Aug-98)
Leading course trainer (20-25): A Balding (28 wins from 189 runners, 15%) runs ALSAKIB Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A O’Brien (19 wins from 47 runners, 40%) runs CONTINUOUS Fancy That: J & T Gosden won this race in 2018, 2019 and 2022. The stable runs SWEET WILLIAM today. Longest Traveller: CONTINUOUS trained by A O’Brien, Ireland. NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 14th May.
KNAVESMIRE TIP
The globetrotting Rebel’s Romance has only tasted defeat once on these shores - in last year’s King George - and he ought to go very close if seeing out the trip With stamina proven, though, SWEET WILLIAM is taken to come out on top. Last seen chasing home outstanding stayer Kyprios in the Long Distance Cup at Ascot on Champions Day, the Gosdens’ gelding can pick up where he left off to set up a tilt at the Gold Cup Continuous is a class act on his day and first-time blinkers could give him an added boost.
4th Race 3.45
The Boodles Yorkshire Cup
Distance: 1m 6f
Race Type: Group Two
Prize Money: £192,200 (inc. Supplementary)
Age: 4+
Stalls: Inside Rail
1 Rebel’s Romance (IRE) (41) 7 9-8 (60.8) (2)
B or Br g Dubawi (IRE) - Minidress
Owner: Godolphin
Trainer: Charlie Appleby, Newmarket
Form: 1311-14
Breeder: Godolphin
Has won 16 races from 1m to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft and on the all-weather Finished 3l behind Danon Decile when fourth of 9 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Dubai Sheema Classic at Meydan over 1m 4f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 123 SP: 5-4
2
Sweet William (IRE)
(209) 6 9-6 (59.9) (4)
B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Gale Force
Owner: Normandie Stud Ltd
Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket
Form: 313212- D
Breeder: Normandie Stud Ltd
Winner of five races from 1m 4f to 2m 2f on ground varying from good to firm to heavy. Beaten 2 1/4l by Kyprios when second of 9 at 8-1 on his latest outing in the Group 2 Qipco British Champions Long Distance Cup at Ascot over 2m (soft) in October last year Official BHA Rating 117 SP: 11-4
Q3
Alsakib (GB) (209)
Gr g Kingman - America Nova (FR)
Owner: Al Wasmiyah Stud
Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
5 9-3 (58.5) (1)
Form: 634100- CD
Breeder: Al Wasmiyah Farm
Winner of five races from 1m to 1m 6f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Well beaten at 50-1 behind Kyprios when eighth of 9 on his latest outing in the Group 2 Qipco British Champions Long Distance Cup at Ascot over 2m (soft) in October last year. Official BHA Rating 110 SP: 33-1
4 Continuous (JPN) (41)
B h Heart’s Cry (JPN) - Fluff (IRE)
Owner: D.Smith,Mrs J.Magnier,M.Tabor,Westerberg
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien, Ireland
5 9-3 (58.5) (3)
Form: 3000-30 C
Breeder: Orpendale, Chelston Ire & Wynatt
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m 6f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Beaten 7l behind Dubai Future when 9th of 10 on his latest outing in the Group 2 Dubai Gold Cup Sponsored By Al Tayer Motors at Meydan over 2m (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 112 SP: 4-1
5 Epic Poet (IRE) (41)
B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Sagaciously (IRE)
Owner: Akela Thoroughbreds Limited
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
6 9-3 (58.5) (5)
Form: 14-1323 D Breeder: George Kent
Winner of five races from 1m 1f to 1m 6f on good and good to soft ground. Third of 10 behind Dubai Future beaten 3l on his latest outing in the Group 2 Dubai Gold Cup Sponsored By Al Tayer Motors at Meydan over 2m (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 110 SP: 9-1
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 5 (EXACTA) Blinkers worn first time by No 4. Visor worn by No 2. Running for the first time since Gelding No 3.
2. Sweet William & 4. Continuous hold an entry in the Gold Cup at Royal Ascot on Thursday 19th June for which supplementary entries can be received by noon on Friday 13th June for a stake of £46,000.
4. Continuous holds an entry in the Prince Of Wales Stakes on Wednesday 18th June for which supplementary entries can be received by noon on Thursday 12th June for a stake of £70,000.
William Buick Riasat Ali
Robert Havlin Manohar Parmar
P. J. McDonald Archie Burgess
Ryan Moore Anatoliy Komisar
Daniel Tudhope
FOURTH RACE
TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Jody & Kirstie Wainwright Boodles have generously given £200 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. The winning owner will receive a roulette design pendant set with diamonds in 18 carat single mine origin white gold. The total diamond weight is 0.36 Carats.
The Irish Thoroughbred Marketing Stakes
Five Furlongs (1,000 metres)
See page 78 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 5f
Race Type: Handicap
Rating: 71-90
Prize Money: £27,500
Age: 3
Stalls: Farside
This handicap presents another tricky challenge for the betting public, to offer a chance to still developing horses against their own age group it is 3yo only, rated 0-90, going the shortest distance in UK racing, just five furlongs. Top weight is carried by King of Bears.
If an apprentice jockey partners a horse they can claim a reduction in weight (called a claim) to balance their relative lack of experience, see how Warren Fentiman earns some relief for Boyne Lady by claiming 5lbs.
Needing some help, look for C (has won at York) or D (has won over this distance) against the horse’s name, see how Challet has both won over course and distance.
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: JUBILEE WALK
Trainer: James Ferguson
Jockey: Oisin Murphy
Age/Weight: 3-9-9
Runners: 17 SP: 4/1F
Jubilee Walk sat in touch with leaders on the far side group Made good headway over one furlong out to lead and win by just over a length under Oisin Murphy.
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
RaceiQ Par Time: 58.11s (Based on going description Good to firm-good in places) Course Record: 55.90s by Battaash (23-Aug-19)
Leading course trainer (20-25): R Fahey (28 wins from 429 runners, 7%) runs LOOM, MEARALL & TUSCAN
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (11 wins from 79 runners, 14%) runs I’M NEXT
Longest Traveller: THE QUIET GENT trained by R Beckett, Kimpton Down, 251 miles.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 14th May.
KNAVESMIRE TIP
This is fiercely competitive and only a tentative vote can go to AGAINST THE WIND Fifth in a valuable sales race here as a juvenile, it didn’t work out in the Harry Rosebery at Ayr next time, but he returned with a convincing handicap triumph at Thirsk last month. Now 6lb higher but well drawn, there is plenty in his favour and he can go close. Mearall appears to be on a competitive mark so must be of interest along with The Quiet Gent, who might appreciate dropping to the minimum trip Loom is also noted.
THE WIND
The Irish Thoroughbred Marketing Stakes
1 King of Bears (IRE) (30)
B g Kodi Bear (IRE) - Thaleia (IRE)
Owner: H Redknapp & Valmont
Trainer: George Scott, Newmarket
9-11 (62.1) (5)
Jockey: Darragh Keenan
Form: 0106-0
Breeder: Ms Agathe Lebailly
A winner at 6f on good to firm ground. Well beaten at 28-1 behind Double Rush when 9th of 10 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 6f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 92 SP: 66-1
2
Against The Wind (GB) (24)
9-11 (62.1) (6)
Ch g Earthlight (IRE) - Rashaaqa Jockey: Tom Eaves
Owner: Alison Muir Tonge / Colin Paterson
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton Form: 60150-1 D
Breeder: Poppy Holdings & Partner
Successful twice at 5f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Won on his latest outing when 3-1fav at Thirsk over 5f (good to firm) last month, beating Nad Alshiba Green by 1 3/4l. Official BHA Rating 92 SP: 13-2
3
King of Light (GB) (32)
Ch g Mehmas (IRE) - On The Stage
Owner: Mr Zhang Yuesheng
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
10410-0 D
Plantation Stud
Successful twice at 5f on good and soft ground. Beaten 8l behind Arizona Blaze at 22-1 when seventh of 10 in the Group 3 Prix Sigy at Chantilly over 5f (good) last month. Also entered here on Thursday. Official BHA Rating 92 SP: 40-1
4 Loom (IRE) (30)
B g Kodiac - Stunner
Owner: Peter Timmins & John Rhodes
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
(3)
Billy Garritty
010-5 D Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
A winner at 5f on good ground. Finished 7l behind Double Rush when fifth of 10 at 33-1 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 6f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 91 SP: 22-1
5 Sudden Flight (GB) (20)
(11)
B g Aclaim (IRE) - Links Drive Lady Jockey: William Buick
Owner: Lady Caffyn-Parsons
Trainer: Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn
312 D
Breeder: Lady Caffyn-Parsons
A winner at 5f on the all-weather Beaten 1/2l by Carrados when second of 6 at 9-2 on his latest outing at Wolverhampton over 5f last month. Official BHA Rating 91 SP: 9-1
6 Lexington Blitz (IRE) (238)
B c Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Broken Time (IRE)
Owner: Middleham Park Racing LIV
Trainer: Robert Cowell, Newmarket
9-7
Clifford Lee
4110- D
Breeder: Troy & Joey Cullen & Irish National Stud
Successful twice at 5f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Star Of Mehmas at 22-1 when 12th of 14 on his latest outing at Ayr over 5f (good) in September last year Official BHA Rating 88 SP:
7 Mearall (IRE) (251)
B g Cotai Glory - Lahabah (IRE) Jockey: Oisin Orr
Owner: AlMohamediya Racing
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
8 Elouise’s Prince (IRE) (176)
130-
9 Storm Call (IRE) (273)
9-6 (59.9) (2)
B f Soldier’s Call - Wind Storm Jockey: Joanna Mason
Owner: Bernard Hoggarth Racing
Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton Form: 210220- D Breeder: Ballyhane
A winner at 5f on good to firm ground Beaten 4l behind Englemere at 28-1 when 9th of 13 on her latest outing at Newbury over 5f (good) in August last year. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with K R Burke. Official BHA Rating 87 SP: 33-1
10
Amestris (GB) (226)
9-5 (59.4) (16)
B f Mehmas (IRE) - Vashti Jockey: Kieran Shoemark
Owner: Mrs B Green and Mrs Michael Bell
Trainer: Michael Bell, Newmarket Form: 100023- D Breeder: Bickmarsh Stud
A winner at 5f on good ground. Last of 3 behind Stormy Impact beaten 11l at 5-2 on her latest outing at Musselburgh over 5f (good) in October last year Official BHA Rating 86 SP: 40-1
11 Al Hussar (GB) (9)
Br g Bated Breath - Queen’s Charter
Owner: The Gathering and partner
9-4 (59.0) (18)
Oliver Stammers
Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton Form: 00151-0 D Breeder: Biddestone Stud Ltd
He has won three times at 5f on good to firm and soft ground and on the all-weather Beaten 13l behind Redorange at 16-1 when 9th of 10 on his latest outing at Chester over 5f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 85 SP: 50-1
12 The Quiet Gent (IRE) (29)
B c Mehmas (IRE) - Passified Lady (USA)
Owner: The Quiet Gents
Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down
Rossa Ryan
21-2 BF
Tpb Bloodstock Ltd
A winner at 6f on the all-weather. Beaten a head by Angelic Bugler when second of 10 at 4-9fav on his latest outing at Ripon over 6f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 85 SP: 12-1
13 The Man (IRE) (265)
B g Mehmas (IRE) - Pale Orchid (IRE)
Owner: Phil Cunningham
Trainer: Richard Spencer, Newmarket
David Egan
1000- D
Tally-Ho Stud
A winner at 5f on the all-weather Beaten 6l behind Tropical Storm at 33-1 when eighth of 16 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to firm) in August last year Official BHA Rating 84 SP: 40-1
14
Just King High (IRE) (195)
B g Kodiac - Hard Forest (IRE)
Owner: Stable Silks Investments Limited
Trainer: Dylan Cunha, Newmarket
Tom Marquand
441- D Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud Won on his latest outing when 2-1jt-fav at Southwell over 5f in November last year, beating Dothan by 1 3/4l. Official BHA Rating 82 SP: 14-1
15 Do It Now (GB) (24)
B c Bungle Inthejungle - Athas An Bhean
Owner: Keatley Owners Group, Finneran & Moore
Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton
A winner at 5f on good ground. Finished 3 1/2l behind Against The Wind when fourth of 10 at 14-1 on
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B g Dandy Man (IRE) - La Pergola (FR)
Owner: Aim Equestrian Ltd
50040-4 D Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud
Jockey: Rowan Scott
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow Form: 00602-5 D
A winner at 5f on soft ground. Finished 5l behind Military Girl when fifth of 8 at
Breeder: L. Foley & Ballygowan Bloodstock Ltd
17 Acrisius (GB) (21)
B g Ardad (IRE) - Aetna
Owner: Mr B. Padgett
Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton
8-7 (54.0) (19)
Jockey: Connor Beasley
Form: 05231-2 D
Breeder: Mr Brian Padgett
A winner at 5f on good to firm ground. Beaten a short head by Dothan when second of 8 at 15-2 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 5f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 74 SP: 11-1
18
Two Shoes (IRE) (259)
B f Threat (IRE) - O Ren Ishii (FR)
Owner: Mr Martin Hughes
Trainer: Julie Camacho, Malton
8-7 (54.0) (21)
Jockey: Tom Kiely-Marshall (5)
Form: 104- D
Breeder: Ringfort Stud Ltd
A winner at 5f on good to firm ground. Finished 3l behind Nad Alshiba Green when fourth of 6 at 6-1 on her latest outing at Sandown over 5f (good) in August last year Official BHA Rating 74 SP: 66-1
19 Cape Sovereign (IRE) (11)
B g Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Cape Elizabeth (IRE)
Owner: Hambleton Racing Ltd XLVII
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton
8-5
Silvestre De Sousa
4334-22
Minch Bloodstock
Placed in four of six starts. Beaten 3/4l by Hundred Caps when second of 11 at 5-2 on his latest outing at Beverley over 5f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 72 (+1) SP: 10-1
20 I’m Next (GB) (23)
B g Ardad (IRE) - Dharwa Jockey: Duran Fentiman
Owner: Mr B Parker & Partner
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Form: 0341-3 D Breeder: Richard & Nell Kent
A winner at 5f on heavy ground. Third of 8 behind Military Girl beaten 2l at 17-2 on his latest outing at Catterick over 5f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 72 SP:
21 Tuscan Point (IRE) (267)
B g Blue Point (IRE) - Tuscan Oasis (IRE) Jockey: Cam Hardie
Owner: P. D. Smith Holdings Ltd
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
Form: 550520Breeder: Corduff Stud
Placed once in six starts. Beaten 13l behind Angel Hunter at 16-1 when 11th of 17 on his latest outing here over 7f (good to firm) in August last year Runs from 1lb out of the handicap Official BHA Rating 70 SP: 40-1
22
Boyne Lady (IRE) (20)
Ch f River Boyne (IRE) - Cloche Jockey: Warren Fentiman (5)
Owner: Mr Derek Iceton
Trainer: Roger Fell, Nawton
Form: 266-32
Breeder: Tara Stud
Placed twice in five starts. Beaten a neck by Maelstrom when second of 12 at 18-1 on her latest outing at Haydock over 6f (good) last month. Runs from 2lb out of the handicap Official BHA Rating 69 SP: 22-1
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 22
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 3. Hood worn by No 13, 16. Tongue Strap worn by No 14
Running for the first time since Gelding No 7, 13, 21. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 10, 13, 14
PROBABLE S.P.’S
13-2 Against The Wind (GB), 8-1 Elouise’s Prince (IRE), 9-1 Sudden Flight (GB), 10-1 Cape Sovereign (IRE), 11-1 Acrisius (GB), 12-1 The Quiet Gent (IRE), 14-1 Just King High (IRE), 22-1 Loom (IRE), I’m Next (GB), Boyne Lady (IRE), 25-1 Do It Now (GB), 28-1 Lexington Blitz (IRE), 33-1 Storm Call (IRE), 40-1 King of Light (GB), Mearall (IRE), Amestris (GB), The Man (IRE), Jm Jhingree (IRE), Tuscan Point (IRE), 50-1 Al Hussar (GB), 66-1 King of Bears (IRE), Two Shoes (IRE)
FIFTH RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Mary Ryan.
Irish Thoroughbred Marketing have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race and £100 to the winning groom.
HBLB PRIZE MONEY
The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £772,976 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 29th March to 22nd June 2025.
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 eighteen-day York season.
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BREED YOUR CHAMPION
The Darley EBF Novice Stakes (GBB)
About One Mile (1,600 metres)
See page 78 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 1m
Point Of Contact 6th Race 4.55
Race Type: Novice
Prize Money: £40,000
Age: 3+
Stalls: Inside Rail
The next is a novice race, created by Darley and the EBF to provide a valuable opportunity for horses that are still learning their trade, perhaps having missed a lengthy spell through an injury Though they are aged 3 and over, they can only have run a maximum of two times! Perhaps remarkably both Bowmark and Point Of Contact finished first in one of them, so they carry extra weight. Recognising the physical differences at this stage of their careers, the two fillies get a little help, see how Marsh Meadow has a lighter burden.
Perhaps listen to the experts on the Punter’s Panel at 1.20pm for some suggestions or, again, someone else to blame
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: LEAD ARTIST
Trainer: John & Thady Gosden
Jockey: Kieran Shoemark
Age/Weight: 3-9-4
Runners: 6 SP: 6/4F
Lead Artist proved much too good for his rivals under a simple ride by Kieran Shoemark. He travelled like the best horse throughout and duly obliged by just over four lengths.
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
RaceiQ Par Time: 1m 37.92s
(Based on going description Good to firm-good in places) Course Record: 1m 34.35s by Croupier (18-May-23)
Leading course trainer (20-25): W Haggas (35 wins from 213 runners, 16%) runs CROWN OF OAKS Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W Haggas (9 wins from 31 runners, 29%) runs CROWN OF OAKS
Fancy That: J & T Gosden won this race in 2023 and 2024. The stable runs BOWMARK today. Longest Traveller: SEA THE WONDER trained by R Beckett, Kimpton Down, 251 miles.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 14th May.
KNAVESMIRE TIP
John and Thady Gosden can complete a hat-trick of wins in this race with BOWMARK. Impressive at Kempton on debut, the son of Kingman sets a good standard after a neck defeat to a progressive rival in a Listed race at Newcastle He should be very hard to beat back in novice company. Point Of Contact, who had a luckless Crown Of Oaks back in third at Newbury, is feared most, although nicely-bred filly Sea The Wonder, is a must for a betting check.
BOWMARK
The Darley EBF Novice Stakes
Distance: 1m
Race Type: Novice
Prize Money: £40,000
Age: 3+
Stalls: Inside Rail
No Horse Age st-lb (kgs) Draw
1
Bowmark (GB) (28)
B c Kingman - Bound (IRE)
Owner: Lordship Stud
Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket
William Buick
1-2 D BF Breeder: Lordship Stud
A winner at 1m on the all-weather Beaten a neck by Glittering Legend when second of 6 at 6-4fav on his latest outing at Newcastle over 1m last month. Official BHA Rating 103 SP: 5-6
2
Point of Contact (IRE) (34)
B c Blue Point (IRE) - Allegrezza
Owner: Mr Saeed Suhail
Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
3-1 D Breeder: Roundhill Stud & J. S. Investments A winner at 7-2 at Newbury over 1m (good) on his
3 Coulsea (IRE) (18)
B g Coulsty (IRE) - Perle de La Mer (IRE)
Owner: Craig Lidster Racing
Trainer: Craig Lidster, Malton
Tom Eaves
Form: 0
Breeder: Mrs Anne Marie Burns
Dam won at 7f Beaten 6l behind Rosemary May at 28-1 when seventh of 14 on his racecourse debut at Ayr over 1m (good) last month. Official BHA Rating - SP: 150-1
4
Crown of Oaks (GB) (34)
B c Wootton Bassett - Forest Crown
Owner: Tony Bloom & Ian McAleavy
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket
3-3 BF
Breeder: Car Colston Hall Stud
Placed in both starts. Third of 12 behind Point Of Contact beaten 1 1/4l at 8-11fav on his latest outing at Newbury over 1m (good) last month. Official BHA Rating - SP: 4-1
5
Real Trouper (IRE) (-)
B g Kodi Bear (IRE) - Mac Jetes
Owner: Peter Onslow,FDC Holdings Ltd,NWIR Ltd
Clifford Lee
Trainer: Craig Lidster, Malton Form: Breeder: Peter Onslow
Dam won at 1m 1f Kodi Bear gelding who has a useful standard to aim at ahead of his racecourse debut. Might be one for another day. Official BHA Rating - SP: 300-1
6 Marsh Meadow (IRE) (23)
B f Raven’s Pass (USA) - Tea Cup
Owner: Nick Bradley Racing 20
3 8-13
Sam James
Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton Form: 3 Breeder: Highland Bloodstock
Half-sister to Conversant, won six times at 5f and 6f. Third of 4 behind Troia beaten 4l at 14-1 on her racecourse debut at Catterick over 7f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating - SP: 20-1
7 Sea The Wonder (IRE) (-)
B f Sea The Stars (IRE) - Emotion (FR)
Owner: Marcstown Ltd & Andrew Rosen
3
(7)
Jockey: Rossa Ryan
Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down Form:
Breeder: Norelands,Robinson&Sunderland HoldingInc
An expensive purchase at 310,000gns, this daughter of Sea The Stars makes plenty of appeal on paper She will need to be useful to hit the standards set by the penalised runners, though. Official BHA Rating - SP: 17-2
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 7............................................................................................(EXACTA) PROBABLE S.P.’S
5-6 Bowmark (GB), 4-1 Crown of Oaks (GB), 15-2 Point of Contact (IRE), 17-2 Sea The Wonder (IRE), 20-1 Marsh Meadow (IRE), 150-1 Coulsea (IRE), 300-1 Real Trouper (IRE)
RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION
1st £20616 2nd £9668 3rd £4836 4th £2416. TIME DISTANCES
SIXTH RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by a representative of Darley.
Darley have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race
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The Yorkshire Equine Practice Stakes
About Seven Furlongs (1,400 metres)
See page 78 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 7f Race Type:
Prize Money: £25,000
Age: 4+
Stalls: Far Side
We end the Dante Festival with a final handicap.“Offer a chance for everyone” is a good maxim for those planning races and in this contest the upper rating of 85 means that these are still quality horses but they won’t have their spotlight stolen by a real superstar
If judgement of form has failed you so far today, it might be time to resort to a spread bet or just try your favourite colours; it has been known to pay a dividend in such races.
Good luck, we hope you can go into the weekend ahead of the bookies!
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: RIOT
Trainer: David O’Meara
Jockey: Daniel Tudhope
Age/Weight: 7-9-6
Runners: 20 SP: 16/1
Ducked left start before being held up in rear Made good headway up the centre and led over 1f out before being ridden to win comfortably
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
RaceiQ Par Time: 1m 23.91s
(Based on going description Good to firm-good in places)
Course Record: 1m 21s by Shine So Bright (24-Aug-19)
Leading course trainer (20-25): W Haggas (35 wins from 213 runners, 16%) runs ALTMORE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R Hannon (13 wins from 55 runners, 24%) runs MUMS TIPPLE Weightwatcher: QUEST FOR FUN won off a handicap mark of 85, his rating
Longest Traveller: YAASER trained by J Goldie, Glasgow, 219 miles.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 14th May.
KNAVESMIRE TIP
Only one of the last 10 favourite has emerged successful in this race and, with a maximum field of 22 competing, this year’s edition is naturally competitive. Feel The Need won this off 4lb lower in 2024 and is respected with his repeat bid, while cases can obviously be made for penalised runners Eldrickjones and Delicacy based on recent from. However, it could be worth taking a chance on AL MUQDAD, who is a specialist over this trip and has proven to be effective from his current mark. From opposite sides of the draw, Yaaser and Sword are just two others with solid credentials.
The Yorkshire Equine Practice Stakes
1 Eldrickjones (IRE) (5)
Race Type: Handicap (66-85) Prize Money: £25,000
4+ Stalls: Far Side
6 9-11 (62.1) (20)
B g Cotai Glory - Dream Impossible (IRE) (in 5lb ex) Jockey: Rowan Scott
Owner: Fishlake Commercial Motors Ltd & Partner
Trainer: Roger Fell, Nawton Form: 50000-1 D Breeder: D. J. Maher
Winner of five races from 6f to 1m on good to firm ground and on the all-weather A winner at 10-1 at Newcastle over 7f on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Zip by 1 1/4l. Carries a 5lb penalty today for that success. Official BHA Rating 82 SP: 14-1
2
Altmore (FR) (125)
4 9-9 (61.2) (16)
B g Showcasing - Keegsquaw (IRE) Jockey: Tom Marquand
Owner: Mrs Fiona Carmichael
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket Form: 15026-0
Breeder: S.A.S. Ecurie Peregrine
Successful twice at 6f on good and soft ground. Beaten 4l behind Apiarist at 13-2 when seventh of 16 on his latest outing at Chelmsford City over 1m in January Official BHA Rating 85 SP: 18-1
3
The Turpinator (IRE) (9)
B g Canford Cliffs (IRE) - Bessichka Jockey: Oliver Stammers
Owner: Live The Dream Racing
Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton
0600-13 D
Breeder: Mr John Manley
Winner of seven races from 6f to 1m on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Third of 13 behind Probe beaten 2l at 33-1 on his latest outing at Chester over 7f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 85
4 Sword (GB) (206)
B g Kingman - Ame Bleue
Owner: Mr D.P Howden & Mr S Graham
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Jockey: Daniel Tudhope
302621Breeder: Dayton Investments Ltd
A winner at 15-8 at Newcastle over 1m 2f on his latest outing in October last year, beating Cadarn by a short head. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with John & Thady Gosden. Official BHA Rating 82 SP: 18-1 5
Dolce Courage (GB) (13)
B g Siyouni (FR) - Valiant Girl Jockey: Clifford Lee
Owner: Nick Bradley Racing 1 & Partner
Trainer: James Horton, Newmarket Form: 600-440 D Breeder: Hascombe & Valiant Stud Ltd
Successful at 7f and 1m on the all-weather Well beaten at 14-1 behind Great Chieftain when last of 14 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 1m (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 82 SP: 33-1
6 Mereside Diva (IRE) (19)
Ch m Ivawood (IRE) - Mujaesce (ITY)
Owner: Mereside Racing Limited & partner
Trainer: David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk
5 9-6 (59.9) (10)
Declan Patrick Coogan
Winner of five races from 5f to 7f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Finished 1 3/4l behind Profit Refused when fourth of 11 at 6-1 on her latest outing at Wetherby over 7f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 82 SP: 18-1
7 Intervention (GB) (9)
B g Swiss Spirit - Lady Lube Rye (IRE)
Owner: The Horse Watchers 8
Jockey: Frederick Larson
Trainer: Michael Appleby, Oakham Form: 431430 D
Has won 12 races from 6f to 7f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Well beaten at 9-1 behind Probe when last of 13 on his latest outing at Chester over 7f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 82 SP: 40-1 8 Musical Touch (IRE) (34)
B g Mehmas (IRE) - Ray of Light (IRE)
Owner: Sporting Life Racing Club - R Fahey
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
1-
Mr Dermot Cogan
Successful twice at 6f on good ground and on the all-weather Won on his latest outing when 11-4fav at Thirsk over 6f (good) last month, beating Ingleby Archie by 1 3/4l. Official BHA Rating 82 SP: 8-1
9
Flying Fletcher (GB) (20)
Gr g Muhaarar - Tropical Paradise (IRE)
Owner: Middleham Park Racing LXXII
9-5 (59.4) (13)
Jockey: Warren Fentiman (5)
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton Form: 0-30305 Breeder: P. Winkworth
Successful twice at 6f on the all-weather Finished 4l behind Dorney Lake when fifth of 11 at 28-1 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 6f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 81 SP: 40-1
10 Al Muqdad (GB) (25)
9-5 (59.4) (7)
Ch g Zoustar (AUS) - Miss Work of Art Jockey: Ben Robinson
Owner: Lycett Racing Ltd
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
32462-6 D Breeder: Springcombe Park Stud
He has won four times at 7f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Finished 8l behind Cruyff Turn when sixth of 9 at 10-3 on his latest outing at Redcar over 7f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 81 SP: 25-1
11 Master Richard (GB) (25)
B g Aclaim (IRE) - Movementneverlies
Owner: Mr T. S. Ingham & Mrs Liz Ingham
Trainer: Ann Duffield, Leyburn
9-4 (59.0) (8)
Jockey: David Egan
Form: 44446-4 C D
Mrs K. Thomas
He has won four times from 7f to 1m on good to firm ground and on the all-weather, but last win was over two years ago Finished 6l behind Cruyff Turn when fourth of 9 at 4-1 on his latest outing at Redcar over 7f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 80 SP: 16-1
12
One Night Thunder (GB) (14)
Ch g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Elis Eliz (IRE)
Owner: Grange Park Racing XIX
Trainer: Gemma Tutty, Northallerton
5 9-4 (59.0) (18)
Mr Tugay Akman
A winner at 7f on the all-weather, but that win was over two years ago. Beaten 7l behind Benacre at 15-2 when last of 8 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 7f earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 80 SP: 40-1
13 Feel The Need (GB) (19)
B g Ribchester (IRE) - Patterned
Owner: Mr.K Nicholls, Mr.N Baines & Partners
Trainer: Michael Herrington, Willoughton
Tom Eaves
3-03040 CD Breeder: D. J. and Mrs Deer
He has won three times from 7f to 1m on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather Beaten 8l behind Callianassa at 16-1 when seventh of 14 on his latest outing at Southwell over 7f last month. Official BHA Rating 78 SP: 22-1
14
Mums Tipple (IRE) (28)
Ch g Footstepsinthesand - Colomone Cross (IRE)
Owner: Marian Lyons & Patricia Zanelli
Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough
Alec Voikhansky (3)
005-500 C D Breeder: Abbey Bloodstock Limited
Winner of six races from 6f to 7f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten 15l behind Westmorian at 10-1 when 9th of 10 on his latest outing at Lingfield over 6f last month. Official BHA Rating 78 SP: 14-1
15 Riot (IRE) (111)
B g Kingman - Alexander Queen (IRE)
Owner: Rasio Cymru 1 & Windmill House Racing
(21)
Jockey: Mark Winn
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley Form: 5336-00 CD Breeder: Mountarmstrong Stud
Winner of seven races at 7f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 6l behind He’s A Gentleman at 14-1 when 9th of 10 on his latest outing at Wolverhampton over 7f in January Official BHA Rating 78 SP: 18-1
16 Quest For Fun (GB) (34)
Ch g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Craic Agus Spraoi (IRE)
Owner: Reality Partnerships XVI
Jockey: David Allan
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Form: 50053-0 CD Breeder: Elwick Stud
He has won four times from 6f to 7f on ground varying from good to heavy. Beaten 6l behind Alzahir at 11-2 when 9th of 13 on his latest outing at Thirsk over 7f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 78 SP: 11-1
17 Yaaser (IRE) (18)
B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Urjuwaan
Owner: Michele Craig and David D Smith
7 9-0 (57.2) (22)
Jockey: William Buick
Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow Form: 1040-31 D
Has won eight races from 7f to 1m on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather A winner at 9-2 at Ayr over 7f (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Starliner by 1 3/4l. Official BHA Rating 76 SP: 18-1
18
Eligible (IRE) (63)
B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Secrets Away (IRE)
Owner: Mr L Westwood & partner
9 8-12 (56.2) (14)
Jockey: Joanna Mason
Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton Form: 31-4564 CD
Breeder: Nick Bradley Bloodstock
Has won nine races from 7f to 1m on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Finished 7l behind Our Havana when fourth of 8 at 11-1 on his latest outing at Southwell over 7f in March. Official BHA Rating 74 SP: 22-1
19 Delicacy (IRE) (6)
B f Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Novat (IRE) (in 5lb ex)
4 8-12
(12)
Jockey: Sam James
Owner: Nick Bradley Racing 18
Trainer: James Owen, Newmarket Form: 1-56001 D
Breeder: Denis and Mrs Teresa Bergin
Successful at 7f and 1m on good to firm and good ground. A winner at 18-5 at Leicester over 7f (good to firm) on her latest outing earlier this month, beating Leap Day by 1l. Carries a 5lb penalty today for that success. Official BHA Rating 69 (+4) SP: 9-1
20 Minnesota Lad (IRE) (22)
Ch g Sioux Nation (USA) - Lady Sandy (IRE)
Owner: The Follow The Majer Partnership
Trainer: Ivan Furtado, Wiseton
8-11 (55.8) (19)
Jockey: Silvestre De Sousa
Aidan Fogarty
Successful at 5f and 6f on good to firm ground. Finished 4 1/2l behind Brummell when fifth of 13 at 13-2 on his latest outing at Beverley over 5f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 73 SP: 28-1
21 Stockpyle (GB) (20)
B g Oasis Dream - La Pyle (FR)
Owner: Tor Side Racing Trainer: Sam England, Guiseley
6 8-11 (55.8) (2)
He has won four times from 7f to 1m on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather Finished 1 1/2l behind dead-heaters Good Morning Alex and Garden Oasis when fifth of 11 at 7-2 on his latest outing at Ripon over 1m (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 73 SP: 22-1
22
Golden Pharaoh (IRE) (17)
Ch g Footstepsinthesand - Golden Easter (USA)
Owner: Mr S Chappell , Mr R Teatum & Partner
Trainer: Scott Dixon, Rolleston
(11)
Jockey: Joey Haynes
Form: 0-05604 D BF
Breeder: Wardstown Stud Ltd
Successful at 5f and 7f on heavy ground and on the all-weather. Finished 3l behind Mumayaz when fourth of 8 at 9-4fav on his latest outing at Brighton over 7f (good to firm) last month. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time Official BHA Rating 68 SP: 66-1
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 22 ..........................................................................................(EXACTA)
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 22. Hood worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 15, 16, 21. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4, 15 STEWARDS NOTE
INTERVENTION: Following its run on 7/5/2025 it was reported that the horse was slowly away ONE NIGHT THUNDER: Following its run on 2/5/2025 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run. MUMS TIPPLE: Following its run on 18/4/2025 it was reported that the horse reared as the stalls opened.
QUEST FOR FUN: Following its run on 12/4/2025 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.
ELIGIBLE: Following its run on 14/3/2025 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed under pressure.
PROBABLE S.P.’S
8-1 Musical Touch (IRE), 9-1 Delicacy (IRE), 11-1 Quest For Fun (GB), 14-1 Eldrickjones (IRE), Mums Tipple (IRE), 16-1 Master Richard (GB), 18-1 Altmore (FR), Sword (GB), Mereside Diva (IRE), Riot (IRE), Yaaser (IRE), 22-1 Feel The Need (GB), Eligible (IRE), Stockpyle (GB), 25-1 Al Muqdad (GB), 28-1 The Turpinator (IRE), Minnesota Lad (IRE), 33-1 Dolce Courage (GB), 40-1 Intervention (GB), Flying Fletcher (GB), One Night Thunder (GB), 66-1 Golden Pharaoh (IRE)
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Peter and Jocelyn Hynes of Yorkshire Equine Practice.
Yorkshire Equine Practice have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race
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Today’s Race Conditions
FIRST RACE 2.10 - The Clipper EBF Marygate Fillies’ Stakes (Listed Race)
(CLASS 1) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £39697 to the winning horse The second to receive £15050, the third £7532, the fourth £3752, the fifth £1883 and the sixth £945. for two yrs old fillies only, which are E.B.F eligible Enter by noon, May 10th and pay £350 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 14th. Weights: 9st each Penalties, a winner of a Listed race 3lb Of a Pattern race 5lb CLIPPER has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner THE TRUSTEES OF THE BRITISH EUROPEAN BREEDERS’ FUND have also kindly contributed £10000 towards the prize money for this race. The European Breeders’ Fund support 151 Flat races each year across Yorkshire; boosting prize money by over £500000 Each year, the British EBF contributes up to £2million to Flat and National Hunt racing nationwide 15 entries at £350 - Closed May 10th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £31192; Second £12803; Third £6405; Fourth £3199; Fifth £1603; Sixth £798 Penalty Value: £39697 A SS For race details see page 29.
SECOND RACE 2.42 - The Knights Solicitors Stakes (Class 2 Handicap) (GBBplus Race) (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £30924 to the winning horse The second to receive £14502, the third £7254, the fourth £3624, the fifth £1812 and the sixth £906. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102; such horses rated 75 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £300 stake if the horse is rated 76 or higher, or £60 stake if the horse is rated 75 or lower with £240 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 14th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 12lb Penalties, after May 3rd, 2025, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb KNIGHTS SOLICITORS has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 23 entries, at £300. - Closed May 10th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £24378; Second £12192; Third £6096; Fourth £3048; Fifth £1524; Sixth £762 Penalty Value: £30924 SS For race details see page 39.
THIRD RACE 3.13 - The Sky Bet Fillies’ Stakes (Listed Race) (Registered As The Michael Seely Memorial Stakes) (CLASS 1) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £39697 to the winning horse The second to receive £15050, the third £7532, the fourth £3752, the fifth £1883 and the sixth £945. for three yrs old fillies only, which have not won a Group 1 Pattern Race. Enter by noon, May 10th and pay £350 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 14th. Weights: 9st 2lb each Penalties, after August 31st, 2024, a winner of a Listed race 3lb Of a Group 2 or Group 3 race 5lb SKY BET has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of SKY BET The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code 13 entries at £350 - Closed May 10th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £31192; Second £12803; Third £6405; Fourth £3199; Fifth £1603; Sixth £798 Penalty Value: £39697 A SS For race details see page 45
FOURTH RACE 3.45 - The Boodles Yorkshire Cup Stakes (Group 2) (CLASS 1) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £108996 to the winning horse The second to receive £41323, the third £20680, the fourth £10301 and the fifth £5170. for four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, April 1st and pay £625 stake, Scratch by noon, April 22nd or pay £700, Confirm by noon, May 10th and pay £475, Supplementary Entry by noon, May 10th and pay £14000 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 14th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 3lb; fillies 9st Penalties, after August 31st, 2024, a winner of a Group 2 race 3lb Of a Group 1 race 5lb. BOODLES have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, and also THE YORKSHIRE CUP, a perpetual trophy to be held for eleven months only All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of BOODLES. 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 (No confirmation of entry is required for Supplementary entries). 21 entries, 4 at £625, 7 at £1325, 9 at £1800, 1 at £14000 - Closed April 1st, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £85644; Second £35153; Third £17586; Fourth £8784; Fifth £4401 Penalty Value: £108996.62 A SS For race details see page 55.
FIFTH RACE 4.15 - The Irish Thoroughbred Marketing Stakes (Class 3) (Handicap) (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £14173 to the winning horse The second to receive £6646, the third £3324, the fourth £1661, the fifth £830 and the sixth £415 for three yrs old only, Rated 71-90 (also open to such horses rated 91 and 92; such horses rated 70 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £135 stake if the horse is rated 71 or higher, or £27 stake if the horse is rated 70 or lower with £108 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 14th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 3rd, 2025, for each race won 6lb HORSE RACING IRELAND has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Irish Thoroughbred Marketing. 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 25 entries, at £135.Closed May 10th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £11173; Second £5588; Third £2794; Fourth £1397; Fifth £699; Sixth £349 Penalty Value: £14173.50 SS For race details see page 61.
SIXTH RACE 4.55 - The Darley EBF Novice Stakes (Class 2) (For Horses With No More Than Two Runs) (GBB Race) (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £20616 to the winning horse The second to receive £9668, the third £4836, the fourth £2416, the fifth £1208 and the sixth £604 for novice three yrs old and upwards, which are E.B.F eligible, with no more than two runs. Enter by noon, May 10th and pay £200 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 14th. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 10st 2lb; fillies 9st 11lb Penalties, a winner of a race 6lb Of 2 races 10lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties). DARLEY have generously sponsored this race and kindly donated £5000 towards the prize money of the race. DARLEY will present a memento to the winning owner The British Horseracing Authority’s Development Fund has generously contributed £7500 towards the prize money for this race. 13 entries at £200Closed May 10th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £16252; Second £8128; Third £4064; Fourth £2032; Fifth £1016; Sixth £508 Penalty Value: £20616 A SS For race details see page 67
SEVENTH RACE 5.25 - The Yorkshire Equine Practice Stakes (Class 4) (Handicap) (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £12885 to the winning horse The second to receive £6042, the third £3022, the fourth £1510, the fifth £755 and the sixth £377 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 66-85 (also open to such horses rated 86 and 87; such horses rated 65 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £125 stake if the horse is rated 66 or higher, or £25 stake if the horse is rated 65 or lower with £100 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 14th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 3rd, 2025, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb YORKSHIRE EQUINE PRACTICE has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner 31 entries, at £125 - Closed May 10th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £10158; Second £5080; Third £2540; Fourth £1270; Fifth £635; Sixth £318 Penalty Value: £12885 4 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10 SS For race details see page 71.
The Small Print
Abandoned Racing
In the event of racing being abandoned, refunds on badges and tickets purchased will only be paid in the following circumstances.
a) before the first race - 100% refund.
b) before the completion of three races - 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.
racegoers
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 this afternoon. You never know, they may be future winners here at York.
SAFE JOURNEY OME…
Thank you for your support this year.
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We look forward to welcoming you back as soon as a week tomorrow, featuring the William Hill Brontë Cup and ‘Taylored Swift’ after racing.
