A very warm (and it is set to be warm) welcome to one of the most famous days of our year, celebrating the 66th staging of the John Smith’s Cup.
Every summer since 1960, racing fans have tried to solve this ultra-competitive handicap which is the richest 10f handicap in Britain. Everyone will have their own system for finding the winner, however Course & Distance form should always be respected, so Thunder Run from the local yard of Karl Burke. The nature of a handicap creates an opportunity for a talented apprentice, will Elizabeth Gale aboard Romieu or Warren Fentiman partnered with Austrian Theory follow in the footsteps of Classic winning riders, Paul Hanagan and Adam Kirby who used their claim to maximum effect in this race?
There are two tremendous Black Type races to enjoy, the Group 3 John Smith’s Silver Cup for stayers and the Listed John Smith’s City Walls for the sprinters. Again, a proven liking for our home straight will be demonstrated in the betting markets, expect to see Al Qareem who took the honours for Karl Burke when winning here last month, near the top of many lists amongst the stayers. Whilst Jm Jungle for another local yard (the Quinns) also has a liking for the Knavesmire having won the opening race of the 2024 Sky Bet Ebor Festival.
The support of everyone from John Smith’s, now and over all those decades, as well as your own backing today, sees the prize money this afternoon at a record of £475,000 - thank you for your support.
It is rare that Yorkshire is forecast to reach today’s temperatures, if you want to learn a little more about how we have planned for it, then read p10.
The entries for our big races at the Sky Bet Ebor Festival give us encouragement that many of the stars of the season, including some on show today, will return to the Knavesmire between Wednesday 20 and Saturday 23 August. Contenders in today’s races are shown by our logo next to their name All six runners in the Group 3 John Smith’s Silver Cup are entered in the Sky Bet Ebor, connections will hope to win today and then land the bulk of the £500,000 on Saturday 23 August. Three of them (Tabletalk, Subsequent & Al Qareem) also retain the option of staying in Pattern company by having entered the Group 2 Weatherbys Hamilton Lonsdale Cup, back here on Friday 22nd August.
Listen to your choice of live bands before, during and even after racing, keep up with any or all of Newmarket, the Lions, Wimbledon or the Lords Test on television, maybe try one of Chef Hannah’s homemade patisserie cakes from the ground floor eateries in both of the Ebor and Knavesmire Stands or stand by the finish to feel as well as hear the thunder of hooves in the final furlong. However you spend your raceday, I hope you have a thoroughly enjoyable and successful one
For now, raise a toast to the John Smith’s Cup.
William Derby, Chief Executive and Clerk of the Course
66th John Smith’s Cup Day
PROGRAMME OF EVENTS
York Racecourse wishes to express its thanks to this afternoon’s sponsor.
2.00pm The John Smith’s Racing Stakes (Handicap) - 1m
Pages 27-29
2.35pm The John Smith’s City Walls Stakes (Listed Race) - 5f
Pages 35-37
3.10pm The 66th John Smith’s Cup (Heritage Handicap) - 1m 2f
Pages 43-46
3.45pm The John Smith’s Silver Cup Stakes (Group 3) - 1m 6f
Pages 53-55
4.15pm The John Smith’s Nursery Stakes (Handicap) - 6f
Pages 59-61
4.45pm The John Smith’s Stayers’ Stakes (Handicap) - 2m
Pages 67-69
5.25pm The John Smith’s Sprint Stakes (Handicap) - 6f
Pages 71-74
All races covered by Races 1,2,3 & 4 covered by
A G IDE T PL CES
T EAT & DRIN
ROBERTO PAVILION
Fast-serve bar, Pimms, plus Fish & Chip Shop
THEAKSTON BAR
All your Theakston favourites including Ebor IPA @£6.40 a pint
Good food to go is just next door
GUINNESS BAR
KYLIE MINOGUE WINE AND GUINNESS BARS
Offering The Aussie singer's wines with the Black Stuff and a full bar next door
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.
THE FOOD COUR
A range of hot/ snacks, tea, coffee and full bar available
York Kitchen & Café (Ground Floor) A popular place to get a hot meal, like deep-filled Yorkshire Puddings, sandwiches or Curry Club served in cafeteria style Collection point for G&P "meal
& Picnic Platters.
EBOR STAND
4 bars & 2 buffets spread over Ground, floors. Try Eat Between Our Races, which ground floor serving sandwiches & scrumm the collection point for the County Stand
ECLIPSE RESTAURANT (5TH
An informal hot food option and home advanced book packages.
THE DANTE SUITE (2ND FLOOR)
Has seating, a full bar and great view of bo An informal hot food option and home to our popular
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 griddle. Or toast the 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. Lanson Champagne by the glass.
Try Eat Between Our Races Bistro, which is on the ground floor serving pulled meat/veggie, hot and cold sandwiches (vegan options) salads, as well as patisserie cakes. Also the collection point for the County Stand picnic platters.
The Moët Champagne Pavilion & Roof Terrace; downstairs offers premium beers, 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 RACE
deal"
OURT hot/cold offee
PREMIERRACINGLOUNGE
A reserved lounge with allocated seats. limited upgrades from £52
HOL FREE VIEWING
ound, First & Fifth which is on the scrummy cakes. Also Stand picnic platters.
(5TH FLOOR)
home to our popular
GIMCRACK RESTAURANT
(1st Floor)
Main County Stand dining room, luxury three-course meal for £41.50 Afternoon Tea for £19.95
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.
both track & stage popular advanced book packages
MELROSE CLUB LOUNGE
Great views of racing, Yorkshire, fresh club sandwiches, and an account bar. Limited upgrades available from £103 - visit the office to learn more.
PARADE RING RESTAURANT
Situated on the top floor of the Weighing Room, provides a fine dining experience
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 griddle
FOOD & DRINK FREE ZONES COUNTY STAND
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, the Kylie Minogue Wine Bar serves exactly what you'd imagine.
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
CLOCKTOWER ENCLOSURE
& PADDOCK RACING AREA
SEAFOOD OPTION CHILDREN ESPECIALLY WELCOME
MEAL DEAL LOCATION MD
Has a range of units selling hot and cold items, sweets and ice cream.
VEUVE CLICQUOT CHAMPAGNE BAR
Celebrating the racehorse and their welfare is at the heart of what we do
York Racecourse
• 18 days of flat racing
• Approximately 1,200 horses
• Running in 125 races
Equine Welfare Investment
£2,000,000 management of 10 hectares of racing surface
annually into equine related activity, including:
• 2 state of the art veterinary care boxes
• 3 kilometres rubberised non-slip horse walkways
• 16 temperature controlled horse showers
• 178 high specification stables
• 3 Misting fans – to aid horse cooling
• 2 horse ambulances
Equine Expertise 365-day
• 3 equine specialist vets on duty at every raceday
• Pre and post race examinations by a minimum of 6 BHA
Equine Welfare Officers
• A team of 12 equestrian experts providing pre, during and post-race support
• 2 experienced farriers, specialising in racehorses
• Mobile water provision across all equine related areas including on the racecourse
Leanne Aspery Stables Manager
British Racing
• All licenced participants, including racecourses are required to meet BHA regulation standards in respect of the track, equine facilities and equine welfare
Over since 2000 has been invested into advancing equine veterinary science and education via the Horseracing Betting Levy Board
Fact Checker
provided
British racing has launched a website to provide facts, educate and confront the tough questions head on. See the sports answers here: horsepwr.co.uk Purpose. Welfare. Responsibility. That’s HorsePWR.
• Retraining of Racehorses (RoR) is British Horseracing’s official charity for the welfare of horses who have retired from racing
• York Racecourse supports the charity New Beginnings, who are accredited by the RoR to rehome and retrain thoroughbreds in their retirement
£7.6 million
£48 million since 2012 has been awarded in grants by The Racing Foundation specifically to horse welfare initiatives
8,000 Racing Grooms dedicate themselves 365 days a year to the 14,000 racehorses in mainland UK
Sarah Culshaw Stableside Manager
RACING IN THE SUNSHINE
York is designed around being a summer venue, so enjoy the lawns and terraces.
• As it has been a nice summer, the runners today will have acclimatised to running in warm weather, to be honest they are better at this than us humans.
• Specially trained vets & our horse team will keep a close eye for any early signs of distress.
• Horses are best cooled from the outside in, there are 16 fixed equine showers plus a Water Boy (think mobile shower) if needed on the track.
• York adopted water misting fans over a decade ago, they do exactly what it says on the tin, it is an industrial fan connected to a hosepipe to make mist!
• Ice will be added to the water troughs, so when you see those buckets being flung over the runners, be jealous.
• The irrigation system consists of 360 state-of-the-art sprinklers connected to two boreholes. This means that neither mains nor river water is being used.
• Even in this dry spring and summer, we have only used about a third of the permissible volume of borehole water, so plenty left in that sandstone.
• The team water during the night, the most efficient time for both absorption and when winds are lightest.
• Using what is known as a wetting agent, means that the water is better transferred to the roots of the grass rather than sitting on top, in layman’s terms each drop is made 20% more efficient.
• The living roof in the Bustardthorpe End is irrigated by the rainwater harvesting from the adjacent canopy.
FOR HORSES FOR THE TRACK FOR RACEGOERS
• The dress code has been relaxed.
• Water is available free of charge from all the main bars.
• There are drinking fountains and taps around the racecourse.
• Suncream is available free of charge from dispensers and the Racecourse Office.
• Treat yourself to some locally made ice cream.
• Modern buildings are air conditioned, though the number of doors can limit the impact of it.
• The umbrellas and the canopies do offer shade, take care they are not a sun block just a 20% reduction in those rays.
FOR THE TEAM
• There is iced water at every start for the stalls handlers and those working in the sunshine.
• Our grounds team have altered their working day, doing more in the relative cool of the early morning.
• The relaxation of the dress code extends to our team.
• People who have roles that mean they are standing in the sunshine are being rotated and rested during the afternoon.
FOR THE HOUNDS
• Our four-legged helpers at the gates have not been forgotten.
• Look out for their dog bowls and the canopy they are working beneath.
• As valued members of the team, they too will work in shorter shifts.
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.
3 Flag of St George (IRE) 9-10 4 Lessay (IRE) 9-10
5 Angel of Rain (GB) 9-9
6 Carron (IRE) 9-9
7 Great (GB) 9-7
8 Tokyo Joe (GB) 9-7
9 Jodhpur Blue (FR) 9-7
10 War Howl (IRE) 9-6
11 Dapper Guest (IRE) 9-4
12 Dannick (GB) 9-4
13 Kosometsuke (GB) 9-4
MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR VISIT
PUNTERS' PANEL
For expert betting tips, check out the Punters' Panel at 1.15pm today in the Winners' Enclosure.
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.
LIVE SPORT WIMBLEDON
Coverage of Wimbledon on selected televisions on stands side.
TEST CRICKET
England vs India on selected televisions on stands side, the after lunch sessions.
BRITISH LIONS RUGBY
The final chance before the first Test (11.15am - 1.00pm)
360° SELFIE
Check out this new free service, on the stage by the Melrose Stand.
CHILDREN AT YORK RACES
Baby-Changing facilities are available in a purpose-built facility on the ground floors of both Knavesmire & Ebor stands.
We welcome children in our main restaurants, and in the Gimcrack Restaurant we
We welcome children in our main restaurants, and in the Gimcrack Restaurant we offer a half price option for under 12s.
Our family room, situated to the left of the entrance to the Melrose Stand, allows parents and children some quiet time away.
Don’t forget our YorkMix Family Entertainment Zone on September 7th featuring Pony Racing Series, racehorse corner as well as special appearances at intervals of Chase & Marshall from Paw Patrol - Book from the offer price of £12.
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.
ENCLOSURE TRANSFERS
Simply pay the difference between your admission price and the price point below.
County Stand full price: £57
Grandstand & Paddock full price: £35
Transfers are available from the Racecourse Office and the Racecard Hut by the entrance to Clocktower Enclosure.
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.
FREE WIFI
1. Search and select York Races - FREE
2. Click T&C’s box then log in
3. You’ll be directed to our home page featuring our partners today, then just surf away
Given the nature of any WiFi network there will be peaks of demand by both time and location - some websites will not be available.
SHUTTLE BUS
A limited shuttle bus service to York station will collect from Knavesmire Road, at the northern end of the racecourse, it will operate whilst there are enough customers to make a bus viable, after the last race. The service is provided by a commercial operator. A return service operates on raceday mornings.
TAXI/PRIVATE HIRE PICK-UP POINT
There is a taxi pick up point at the Northern end of the racecourse adjacent to Campleshon Road. Private Hire vehicles will meet pre-booked customers, also at the Northern End. 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 7pm. 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.
ollow a ider or rainer of your choosing:
ALPHABETICAL INDEX
JOCKEYS
A BROOKES
5.25 Sugar Baby P Niven R DAWSON
3.10 Erzindjan (IRE) T Kent H DOYLE
2.35 Star Of Mehmas (IRE) R Hughes
3.10 Soldier’s Empire (IRE) M Botti
3.45 Samui G Elliott
4.15 Miss Piggle H Palmer
4.45 Churchella (IRE) Mrs P Kirby
5.25 Alfa Whiteburd (IRE) I Furtado A FARRAGHER
3.10 Archivist W Haggas D FENTIMAN
4.45 Gibside T Easterby
5.25 Manila Scouse T Easterby W FENTIMAN
3.10 Austrian Theory (IRE) T Easterby
5.25 Rock Opera R Fahey E GALE
2.00 Aafoor (USA) M K Al
3.10 Romieu A P Keatley B GARRITTY
3.10 Have Secret (IRE) R Fahey J GORDON
3.10 Dark Moon Rising (IRE) ....................................K Ryan S GRAY
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 (37 wins from 223 runners, 17%) runs ARCHIVIST (3.10).
A BALDING (33 wins from 205 runners, 16%) runs FOX LEGACY (3.10), SUBSEQUENT (3.45).
K R BURKE (29 wins from 260 runners, 11%) runs FLIGHT PLAN (2.00), THUNDER RUN (3.10), AL QAREEM (3.45).
R FAHEY (28 wins from 453 runners, 6%) runs HAVE SECRET (3.10), SUPREME DANCER (4.15), ROCK OPERA and EMPEROR’S SON (5.25).
Trainers In Form
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
A BALDING (18 wins from 66 runners, 27%) runners listed above.
W HAGGAS (11 wins from 47 runners, 23%) runners listed above.
G BOUGHEY (9 wins from 43 runners, 21%) runs ROSY AFFAIR (2.35).
C JOHNSTON (8 wins from 56 runners, 14%) runs QITAAL (3.10), CURRAN (4.45).
Top Course Jockeys
LEADING JOCKEYS AT YORK (2020-2025) WITH RIDES:
DANIEL TUDHOPE (32 wins from 297 rides, 11%) rides BLUE FOR YOU (2.00), SEVEN QUESTIONS (2.35), HAND OF GOD (3.10), THE CRAFTY MOLE (4.45), ABERAMA GOLD (5.25).
ROSSA RYAN (16 wins from 115 rides, 14%) rides NATIVE AMERICAN (2.00), BRIONI (3.10), TABLETALK (3.45), ROCK N ROLL PINKIE (4.45), IRIS DANCER (5.25).
JASON HART (16 wins from 193 rides, 8%) rides JM JUNGLE (2.35), MIRABEAU (3.10), U TURN (4.15), CURRAN (4.45), FISCAL POLICY (5.25).
CLIFFORD LEE (15 wins from 139 rides, 11%) rides FLIGHT PLAN (2.00), THUNDER RUN (3.10), AL QAREEM (3.45), SIMIYANN (4.45).
Jockeys In Form
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
ROB HORNBY (12 wins from 37 rides, 32%) rides MISS ATTITUDE (2.35), ANCIENT ROME (3.10), SON OF SARABI (4.15), RUSSIAN RUMOUR (4.45), STRIKE (5.25).
HOLLIE DOYLE (8 wins from 41 rides, 20%) rides STAR OF MEHMAS (2.35), SOLDIER’S EMPIRE (3.10), SAMUI (3.45), MISS PIGGLE (4.15), CHURCHELLA (4.45), ALFA WHITEBURD (5.25).
JASON HART (7 wins from 47 rides, 15%) rides listed above.
JOANNA MASON (6 wins from 33 rides, 18%) rides LA TRINIDAD (2.00), QITAAL (3.10), MARBUZET (4.45), GLORY HYDE (5.25).
Weight Watcher
The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 2.00 Blue For You (won off 99 down 5lb to 94); 3.10 Ancient Rome (won off 105 down 3lb to 102); 4.45 Letsbefrank (won off 76 down 4lb to 72); 5.25 Good Earth (won off 89 down 11lb to 78); Aberama Gold (won off 101 down 22lb to 79).
Classy Tips
The following horses are running today in a race at least two grades lower than their previous race: 2.00 REMMOOZ (down 2 grades); 2.35 GRAND GREY (down 3 grades); 2.35 WASHINGTON HEIGHTS (down 3); 4.15 GOING COMMANDO (down 2 grades); 4.45 CHURCHELLA (down 2 grades); 4.45 GIBSIDE (down 2); 4.45 LETSBEFRANK (down 2); 4.45 WEDDELL SEA (down 2).
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 10th July.
Visit our gallery exhibition today by the Gimcrack Stand entrance
How to Read the Racecard
colour graphic
horse’s saddlecloth number
horse’s name No. of days since last ran
A symbol here denotes the horse holds an entry at the Sky Bet Ebor Festival20th-23rd August
1 City Of Troy (USA) (46)
B c Justify (USA) - Together Forever (IRE)
Owner: Mrs John Magnier,Mr M.Tabor & Mr D.Smith
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien, Ireland
Baron’s Selection
3 9-1 (57.6) (5)
Jockey: Ryan Moore
Form: 111-011
Breeder: Orpendale, Chelston & Wynatt
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to soft. Won on his latest outing when 1-4fav in the Group 1 Coral-Eclipse at Sandown over 1m 2f (soft) last month, beating Al Riffa by 1l. Has also won at Epsom this season. Official BHA Rating 124 SP: EVENS
f=filly - female horse up to age 5 m=mare form guide Probable SP
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
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)
For further Race iQ insights, visit racingtv.com/results and click the RaceiQ icon at the top right.
Non-runner
Ground - The Trainer states the ground is not suitable for this horse, the official going has changed since the time of declaration.
Vet - The Trainer states the horse is subject to a Veterinary Certificate. Self Certificate - The trainer has advised the authorities that the horse is not able to race today.
You must be 18 or over to place a bet
You may be asked to provide proof of your age when placing a bet
If you cannot produce this your bet will not be accepted
YORK RACE COMMITTEE
BRIDGET GUERIN (CHAIRMAN) NICHOLAS WRIGLEY VICTORIA SAVILE
WILLIAM BETHELL CHRISTOPHER DENNY NICK CHEYNE ED WRIGLEY
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
P RLEZ-VOUS
R CING?
ESSENTIAL RACING PHRASES FOR THE BEGINNER
It could be easy to be put off by the weird and wonderful words and phrases banded around the racecourse, but in fact, its all part of the fun.
Like a tourist in a foreign country, the novice racegoer soon picks up enough of the language to get by, and then rapidly becomes fluent.
The following terms will provide any newcomer, keen to enhance their language skills, with just enough of the jargon to sound like a ‘local’:
RACING SPEAK
ENGLISH
ALLOWANCE: The weight concession the horse is given to compensate for its rider’s inexperience.
AMATEUR: (Rider) on racecards, their names are usually prefixed by Mr, Mrs, etc. To indicate their amateur licence holder status All the jockeys in the last race today.
ANTE-POST:
Betting (usually for the most important races) days or even months before the race is due to take place.
APPRENTICE: Young jockey tied by annually renewed contract to a licensed trainer while they are learning.
BACKWARD: Young horse which needs time to mature.
CLERK OF THE COURSE: Official in charge of running the racing programme, at York it is Anthea Leigh.
CLERK OF THE SCALES:....Key in the delivery of a successful racing operation. Claudia Marelli is in charge of things today.
COLOURS:..............................The racing silks worn by the jockeys.
COLT: ......................................
Male, ungelded horse, up to four years old.
CONNECTIONS:....................The owner and trainer of a racehorse
COURSE SPECIALIST:..............Horse which tends to run well at a particular course.
DAM:........................................Mother of a horse.
DISTANCE: The length of a race
DISTANCE, THE: An unmarked point 240 yards from the winning post.
DRAW: Describes a horse’s position in the starting stalls, drawn two days before a flat race
EACH-WAY: ...........................
A bookmaker taking each way bets will display the terms on which he/she accepts such bets on the top of his/her board. This is a bet for your selection to win or be placed.
FILLY: ......................................Female horse up to four years old.
FOAL:......................................Horse of either sex from its birth until 1 January the following year
FORECAST: ...........................Name the first and second in the correct order
FURLONG: .............................220 yards (one eighth of a mile).
TRIFECTA: The premise of a Tote Trifecta is to back the three horses who finish first, second and third in the race of your choice.
UNDER STARTERS’ ORDERS: ................................Occurs when the race is about to start.
VOICE IN THE SKY:..............The commentator, listen out for Mark Johnson this afternoon.
WEIGH OUT/WEIGH IN:.....Weighing jockey before and after race to ensure correct weight has been carried.
YEARLING: ............................Horse of either sex from 1 January to 31 December of the year following its birth.
SAY THE SILKS
Can you name the four horses from the pictures below? (Hint: they all featured in last year’s John Smith’s Silver Cup)
1 2 4 3
NAME THE HORSE
Can you name these runners today from the following clues? A loyal lieutenant of Tommy Shelby A neighbourhood in Upper Manhattan 1 22nd June 1986, Mexico City 2
Memorable phrase from the 1980 Conservative Party Conference 3
Defined by the bay formed from the coasts of Coats Land and the Antarctic Peninsula A cricketing dynasty for both England and Zimbabwe 4 56 H____ O__ G___
NAME THE SPORTING VENUE
Can you name the sporting venue from the pictures? 1 2
Runners & Riders
The John Smith’s City Walls Stakes
The John Smith’s Racing Stakes
About One Mile (1,600 metres)
See page 78 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 1m Race Type: Handicap Rating: 86-105
Prize Money: £45,000 Age: 3+
Stalls: Inside Rail
The first of several competitive handicaps. Such races are designed for close competition so, the handicapper, is the independent assessor who rates horses on past performance seeking to get them crossing the line together, by handing out differing weights.
This one is for 3yo+ horses run over 1 mile, with Flight Plan soaring highest.
The high handicap rating band of 86-105 means that it will attract some smart types (like for Test cricketers a score of over 100 denotes a top performer).
Why not visit the Parade Ring to see them up close before making your final selection.
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: BLUE FOR YOU
Trainer: David O’Meara
Jockey: Daniel Tudhope
Age/Weight: 6-9-9
Runners: 14 SP: 4/1
Course specialist, Blue For You defended his crown last year when powering home strongly in the final stages to score in our opener
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
RaceiQ Par Time: 1m 37.11s
(Based on going description: Good to firm (good in places))
Course Record: 1m 34.35s by Croupier (18-May-23)
All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last seven years
Leading course trainer (20-25): K R Burke (29 wins from 260 runners, 11%) runs FLIGHT PLAN
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): K R Burke (7 wins from 40 runners, 18%) runs FLIGHT PLAN
Weightwatcher: BLUE FOR YOU won off a handicap mark of 99, his rating is now down 5lb to 94
Fancy That: D O’Meara won this race in 2015, 2019, 2023 and 2024 The stable runs BLUE FOR YOU and BOPEDRO today. Longest Traveller: REMMOOZ trained by O Burrows, Lambourn, 202 miles.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 10th July
KNAVESMIRE TIP
A fine fourth in the Jersey at the Royal meeting, Remmooz is sure to have his supporters now switched to a handicap for the first time However, the vote goes to OLD COCK, who pounced late to defeat Sisyphean over C&D in May. Now four from seven on turf, the progressive son of Calyx could have plenty more in the locker and a 4lb rise looks fair. Blue For You has won the previous two renewals of this contest, the latest from 1lb higher, and he is entitled to the utmost respect.
1st Race 2.00
The John Smith’s Racing Stakes
1
Distance: 1m Race Type: Handicap (86-105)
Prize Money: £45,000
Age: 3+
Stalls: Inside Rail
Horse Age st-lb (kgs) Draw
Flight Plan
B h Night of Thunder (IRE) - Romp
(GB) (36) 5 10-2 (64.4) (9)
Owner: Fine Clarets Racing, TP Watson & C Wood
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
Jockey: Clifford Lee
Form: 005-410 D
Breeder: Miss K. J. Keir
He has won three times from 7f to 1m on good ground and on the all-weather. Well beaten at 7-1 behind Mirsky when 9th of 10 on his latest outing at Epsom over 1m (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 105 SP: 11-1
2
Aafoor (USA) (23)
Ch c Qurbaan (USA) - Filfila (USA)
Owner: Al Jeryan Stud
Trainer: Mohammed Bin Hamad Khalifa Al Attiyah, Qatar
4 9-13 (63.0) (4)
Jockey: Elizabeth Gale (5)
Form: 4-11500
Breeder: Shadwell Farm LLC
He has won three times from 1m 1f to 1m 2f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 18l behind Never So Brave at 80-1 when 24th of 27 on his latest outing at Ascot over 7f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 102 SP: 33-1
3 Native American (IRE) (121)
B g Sioux Nation (USA) - Pencarrow
Owner: Wathnan Racing
Trainer: Hamad Al Jehani, GB
Jockey: Rossa Ryan
Form: 5036-55 C
Breeder: Patricia Casement & Dr Dean Harron
Successful twice at 6f on good to firm and good - yielding ground. Finished 1 1/2l behind dead-heaters Bolthole and Maraseem when fifth on his latest outing at Al Uqda over 1m 2f in March. Official BHA Rating 100 SP: 22-1
4
Bopedro (FR) (24)
B g Pedro The Great (USA) - Breizh Touch (FR)
Owner: Mr G. Rutter
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
(5)
Jockey: Paul Mulrennan
Form: 0-62263 D
Breeder: Mr Daniel Cherdo
Has won eight races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Third of 30 behind My Cloud beaten 1 1/4l at 50-1 on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 98 SP: 9-1
5 La Trinidad (GB) (24)
B g Bated Breath - High Drama (IRE)
Owner: Mrs D. W. Davenport
Trainer: Roger Fell, Nawton
8 9-8 (60.8) (1)
Jockey: Joanna Mason
Form: 000-330 CD
Breeder: Exors of the Late Mr O. J. Williams
Winner of seven races from 7f to 1m 1f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 8l behind My Cloud at 40-1 when 12th of 30 on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 97 SP: 11-1
6 Old Cock (IRE) (58)
B g Calyx - Love Potion (IRE)
Owner: Mrs David Aykroyd
Trainer: Edward Bethell, Middleham
4 9-5 (59.4) (6)
Jockey: Callum Rodriguez
Form: 1014-01 CD
Breeder: Mrs Sue Ann Foley
He has won four times from 1m to 1m 2f on good to firm and good ground. A winner at 9-2 over this course and distance (good to firm) on his latest outing in May, beating Sisyphean by 1/2l. Official BHA Rating 94 SP: 4-1
7
Blue For You (IRE) (28)
Ch g New Approach (IRE) - Love In The Sun (IRE)
Owner: Alderson Burke Francis
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
(7)
Jockey: Daniel Tudhope
Form: 00-3005 CD
Breeder: Moyglare Stud Farm
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to soft. Finished 4l behind Humam when fifth of 13 at 9-1 on his latest outing here over 7f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 94 SP: 6-1
Sisyphean (IRE) (24)
B c Dubawi (IRE) - Lunar Vega (IRE)
Owner: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton
9-4 (59.0) (2)
Jockey: Shane Gray
Form: 0140-20 CD
Breeder: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum
Successful twice at 1m on good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 6l behind My Cloud at 22-1 when 9th of 30 on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 93 SP: 7-1
9 Remmooz (GB) (21)
B c Blue Point (IRE) - Lady Ramon (ITY)
Owner: Sheikh Ahmed Al Maktoum
Trainer: Owen Burrows, Lambourn
(57.2) (3)
Jockey: Kevin Stott
Form: 114
Breeder: Blue Diamond Stud Farm (UK) Ltd
Successful twice at 7f on good to firm and good ground. Finished 7l behind Noble Champion when fourth of 15 at 7-2 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Jersey Stakes at Ascot over 7f (good to firm) last month. Has won twice at Doncaster this season. Official BHA Rating 98 SP: 3-1
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS
Visor worn by No 4. Tongue Strap worn by No 6. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2.
PROBABLE S.P.’S
3-1 Remmooz (GB), 4-1 Old Cock (IRE), 6-1 Blue For You (IRE), 7-1 Sisyphean (IRE), 9-1 Bopedro (FR), 11-1 Flight Plan (GB), La Trinidad (GB), 22-1 Native American (IRE), 33-1 Aafoor (USA)
FIRST RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Nigel Parker & Alemayehu Gashaw, Process Technician/Tadcaster Brewery Director
John Smith’s have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race
YESTERDAYS RACING CTION
THE WILLIAM HILL SUMMER STAKES (GROUP 3)
A patient ride by Billy Loughnane saw him power home to victory aboard the Richard Hughes trained Sayidah Dariyan.
2024 Sky Bet Lowther winner Celandine showed plenty of speed leaving the stalls, taking them along at a good pace under Paul Mulrennan. She was taking on for the lead by Rage Of Bamby, with the pair sent for home at the two furlong pole.
The eye was drawn to the smooth travelling Nighteyes for David O’Meara, who opted to come down the stands side to make her challenge. Eventual winner Sayidah Dariyan was caught in behind horses but managed to fight her way to the front inside the final two hundred yards to lead the field.
Nighteyes continued her run to move into second but could not reel in the winner, who may return to the Knavesmire in August as she is already entered in the Group One Coolmore Wootton Bassett Nunthorpe.
RESULT
1st Sayidah Dariyan 9/4F 2nd Nighteyes 7/1
3rd Celandine 11/2
Old Mile (7F Abt 213Yds) (1,500 metres) 2.22 Varian,
The Cornish Orchards Summer Mile Stakes
(Group 2)
1 Dark Tornado (IRE) (56)
9-3 (58.5) (4)
Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Snowy Peak (Pivotal) Jockey: John Egan
Owner: Paul Kwok & Ms Angel Li
Trainer: Denis Quinn, Newmarket
2/30-211
Denis Noonan
Successful twice at 7f on good to firm ground. A winner at 16-1 at Newmarket over 7f (good to firm) on his latest outing in May, beating Sterling Knight by 1 1/4l. Has also won at Leicester this season. He is wearing a tongue-tie for the first time Official BHA Rating 94
2 Haatem (IRE) (25)
B c Phoenix of Spain (IRE) - Hard Walnut (IRE) (Cape Cross (IRE))
Owner: Wathnan Racing
Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough
Winner of five races from 6f to 1m 2f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. A winner at 8-1 here over 1m 2f (good to firm) on his latest outing last month, beating Galen by 3/4l. Official BHA Rating 113 SP: 5-2
3 My Cloud (IRE) (24)
B c Blue Point (IRE) - Beach Frolic (Nayef (USA))
Owner: KHK Racing
Trainer: Roger Varian, Newmarket
He has won four times at 1m on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Won on his latest outing when 3-1fav in the Royal Hunt Cup over the straight mile here (good to firm) last month, beating Bullet Point by 3/4l. Has won three times this season. Official BHA Rating 104
4 Never So Brave (IRE) (23)
B g No Nay Never (USA) - Chica Whopa (IRE) (Oasis Dream)
9-3 (58.5) (7)
Probert Owner: Mr Saeed Suhail Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
He has won three times from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Won on his latest outing when 4-1fav here over 7f (good to firm) last month, beating Akkadian Thunder by 2 1/4l. Official BHA Rating 115 SP: 9-4
5 Nostrum (GB) (14)
B g Kingman - Mirror Lake (Dubai Destination (USA))
Owner: Thoroughbred British Racing
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
5 9-3 (58.5) (6)
Jockey: David Nolan
Form: 26/620-0 D Breeder: Juddmonte Farms (East) Ltd
He has won three times from 7f to 1m on good to firm and good ground, but last win was over two years ago Beaten 13l behind Quinault at 16-1 when last of 8 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Al Basti Equiworld Dubai Criterion Stakes at York over 7f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 109 SP: 33-1
6 Point Lynas (IRE) (27)
B g Iffraaj - Initially (Dansili)
Owner: Julie and David R Martin and Dan Hall
Trainer: Edward Bethell, Middleham
6 9-3 (58.5) (1)
Jockey: Jamie Spencer
Form: 401-204 D
Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Finished 1l behind Zabiari when fourth of 9 at 17-2 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Prix Bertrand du Breuil Longines at Chantilly over 1m (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 107 SP: 16-1
7 Prague (IRE) (14)
B h Galileo (IRE) - Princess Noor (IRE) (Holy Roman Emperor (IRE))
Owner: A Dal Pos, L Zanin, R Zanin
Trainer: Dylan Cunha, Newmarket
9-3 (58.5) (5)
Jockey: Kieran Shoemark
Successful at 1m and 1m 2f on good to soft and soft ground. Finished 4l behind Quinault when fifth of 8 at 16-1 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Al Basti Equiworld Dubai Criterion Stakes at York over 7f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 115 SP: 8-1
8 Quddwah (GB) (25)
B h Kingman - Sajjhaa (King’s Best (USA))
Owner: Sheikh Ahmed Al Maktoum
Trainer: Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket
(2)
Jockey: Callum Shepherd
Form: 1145-10 CD Breeder: Godolphin
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to soft. Beaten 16l behind Docklands at 16-1 when last of 10 in the Queen Anne Stakes over the straight mile here on his latest outing (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 114 SP: 11-4
4. Never So Brave holds an entry in the Group One Sky Bet City Of York Stakes at the Sky Bet Ebor Festival on Saturday 23rd August for which supplementary entries can be received by noon on Monday 18th August for a stake of £40,000.
FROM THE RIDER’S MOUTH
JASON HART
What is your favourite racecourse? YORK
AUGUST CALENDAR
With the first stage of entries received for the feature races at the
20 Wednesday
Things to do: Win a race that has thrice been best in the world
Twenty seven of the best middle distance horses are currently entered in the £1.25m Juddmonte International. An intriguing list of hopefuls is made all the more interesting by the entry of Sheema Classic winner, Danon Decile, owned by Danox Co Ltd and trained by Shogo Yasuda. It would be a first European excursion for the team and they will be hoping to go one better than Zenno Rob Roy, who finished second exactly twenty years ago after making the 25,000-mile round trip. France could be well represented with the likes of Caldangan, who was last seen winning the Grand Prix de Saint-Cloud. Dual Derby winner Lambourn would likely be the chief hope of the Emerald Isle for Aidan O’Brien, along with Sandown Eclipse winner Delacroix, they head thirteen potential runners from across the Irish Sea. The best British hope comes in the form of Field Of Gold for the Gosden team. Bred by Juddmonte, the the son of Kingman is already dual Group One winner this season and currently heads the betting.
Become the sixteenth colt to win Sky Bet Great Voltigeur and Betfred St Leger
Fifteen colts have done the double and this year’s list of entries provides plenty of hope that 2025 could see that number increase, following Continuous’s success in 2023. Merchant looks to be the leading hope after he won the King George V Stakes at Royal Ascot, having won at York on his previous outing Serious Contender chased home Lambourn in the Irish Derby after previously finishing just a length behind Merchant at Royal Ascot, he looks to be the current number one for Aidan O’Brien. Ralph Beckett could be well represented with the unbeaten Amiloc. He could well follow in the footsteps of 2020 winner Pyledriver, who won the King Edward VII Stakes before winning this Knavesmire contest.
21 Thursday
Things to do: Prove to be one of the best fillies in Europe
The last time the race went over to mainland Europe was in 2012, when Shareta scored for Alain de Roger-Dupre, this year Les Bleus could have Sunly, in the colours of powerhouse, Juddmonte. She may not be alone, with Aventure completing any potential French challenge for Christophe Ferland. Ballydoyle has had a strong grip on this race in recent years, winning four of the last five renewals. Minne Hauk looks likely to lead the line after her Betfred Oaks victory. Tattersalls Musidora winner Whirl could also be a major player after finishing just a neck behind her stablemate at Epsom. In all, there are a eight entries from the Emerald Isle, including from Aidan’s son, Joseph and Paddy Twomey. Kalpana provides the chief home team challenge for Andrew Balding and is another representing Juddmonte. She’s already a Group One winner and any cut in the ground would surely increase her chances of the York race becoming a second.
Sky Bet Ebor Festival, we mark your calendar.
22 Friday
Things to do: Be the fastest
Emphatic Norfolk winner Charles Darwin could bid to become the first two-year-old since Kingsgate Native (2007) to win the Friday feature as well as the first for Aidan O’Brien since Mozart in 2001. Australian revelation Asfoora, may well attempt to go a few better than his fourth last year and could give Henry Dwyer a first winner on the Knavesmire. Commonwealth Cup winner Time For Sandals will bid to give trainer Harry Eustace another Group One, he may well be joined by the horse that finished behind him that day, Arizona Blaze. Who represents big spenders, Amo Racing.
Follow in the hooves of greats like Mill Reef or Rock of Gibraltar
23 Saturday
North Yorkshire could be well represented in the G2 Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai Gimcrack Stakes, with impressive winner, Reciprocated, the pick of the entries for Karl Burke. He remains unbeaten in two starts and would likely take a lot of stopping. There could be a bit of American flare, with Outfielder holding an entry for Wesley Ward. He was an emphatic winner on his only start Charlie Appleby has won two of the last ten renewals, so keep tabs on Maximised and Wise Approach.
Things to do: Earn a place in the folklore of the Knavesmire - you’ve got two shots this year!
That is the honour that awaits the victor of one of the toughest flat handicaps in the world and one of the richest in Europe, the £500,000 Sky Bet Ebor. The beauty of a handicap is that you can make a case for all twenty-two who finally make the stalls, never mind the full entry list. So, which to mention; Sky Bet Race To The Ebor winners seem a logical place to start. Tabletalk has gone up in the weights considerably since his win here last year. Jorvik winner Almosh’her will be hoping to bounce back from his Royal Ascot disappointment. Curragh victor Mr Percy is an interesting proposition, while Al Qareem may just be handicapped out of contention. Whoever wins, they can look forward to a warmer November than is on offer in Yorkshire, as the Sky Bet Ebor winner now has a guaranteed start in the Lexus Melbourne Cup.
Folkore also awaits the first ever winner of the now Group One Sky Bet City Of York Stakes. Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes winner Lazzat makes plenty of appeal for Wathnan racing if stepping up in trip, while three time Group One winner Rosallion may well step down a furlong to run here. Charlie Maranoa, recently acquired by the Bond Thoroughbreds could make a homecoming raid after a second in Group One company in France.
Hopefully the above sets the scene for a twenty eight race festival where £100,000 is the lowest prize fund and the richest maiden race in the land, the British Stallion Studs EBF Convivial Maiden Stakes, or the richest nursery handicap in the Sky Bet Stakes, add to the cocktail of high fashion and high class sport.
The John Smith’s City Walls Stakes
(Listed Race)
Five Furlongs (1,000 metres)
See page 78 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 5f
Race Type: Listed
Prize Money: £70,000
Age: 3+
Stalls: Centre
The John Smith’s City Walls is part of the Pattern pyramid which denotes the best contests, Listed (like this one), Group 3, Group 2 and Group 1.
At first principle, horses in such contests compete off a level weight, there is no handicap in operation. However, there are weight adjustments made for age though now three-year-old colts run today, as well as for sex; meaning Rosy Affair & Miss Attitude start with less than the boys, and that Star of Mehmas gets further help on them. As the entire field is looking to open their account at this high level, there are no further adjustments.
If that is too brain-frying or you need someone to blame? Look at the Press Selections Board near the Winners Enclosure.
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: STARLUST
Trainer: Ralph Beckett
Jockey: Hector Crouch
Age/Weight: 3-8-10
Runners: 7 SP: 13/8F
Starlust looked to benefit from the removed blinkers as he returned to the winners’ enclosure in our Listed contest
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
RaceiQ Par Time: 57.43s (Based on going description: Good to firm (good in places))
Course Record: 55.90s by Battaash (23-Aug-19)
All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last seven years
Leading course trainer (20-25): K Ryan (26 wins from 337 runners, 8%) runs GRAND GREY and WASHINGTON HEIGHTS
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G Boughey (9 wins from 43 runners, 21%) runs ROSY AFFAIR
Longest Traveller: STAR OF MEHMAS trained by R Hughes, Upper Lambourn, 202
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 10th July
KNAVESMIRE TIP
Although only victorious once so far this season, JM JUNGLE has undoubtedly been on an upward curve and looks to be well worth his place at this level. He seldom runs poorly on the Knavesmire and might prove up to the task following another fine second over C&D. Grand Grey and Washington Heights both contested Group 1 sprints at the Royal meeting last month and must be respected, while Star Of Mehmas continues to run well at this level and she could be thereabouts too.
JM JUNGLE
GRAND GREY
The John Smith’s City Walls Stakes
No Horse
1
Apollo One (GB) (21)
Ch g Equiano (FR) - Boonga Roogeta
Owner: pcracing.co.uk
Trainer: P. Charalambous & J. Clutterbuck, Newmarket
Distance: 5f
Race Type: Listed
Prize Money: £70,000
Age: 3+
Stalls: Centre
Age st-lb (kgs) Draw
7 9-1 (57.6) (4)
Form: 2021-00
Breeder: Peter Charalambous
Winner of five races from 6f to 7f on good to firm and soft ground and on the all-weather Beaten 3 1/2l behind Get It at 40-1 when seventh of 28 on his latest outing at Ascot over 6f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 107 SP: 11-2
2
Grand Grey (IRE) (21)
Gr c Havana Grey - Musical Mirage (USA)
Owner: Mrs R Hillen and Partners
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton
4 9-1 (57.6) (8)
Form: 340-200
Breeder: Declan Phelan
Placed in four of ten starts. Beaten 10l behind Lazzat at 50-1 when 11th of 14 on his latest outing in the Group
1 Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes at Ascot over 6f (good to firm) last month. He is wearing a tongue-tie for the first time Official BHA Rating 106 SP: 5-1
3 Jm Jungle (IRE) (14)
B g Bungle Inthejungle - The Shrew
Owner: MPS Racing Ltd & The Ayrshire Tradesmen
Trainer: John & Sean Quinn, Malton
5 9-1 (57.6) (7)
Form: 5-22312 CD BF
Breeder: Lodge Park Stud
Winner of five races at 5f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Beaten 3/4l by Squealer when second of 7 at 15-8fav on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 102 SP: 10-3
4
Seven Questions (IRE) (14)
B g Kodiac - Get Up And Dance
Owner: Mrs Fitri Hay
Trainer: Robert Cowell, Newmarket
4 9-1 (57.6) (1)
Form: 005-004 D
Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
He has won four times from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Finished 6l behind Squealer when fourth of 7 at 40-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 100 SP: 25-1
5 Washington Heights (GB) (25)
B g Washington DC (IRE) - Epping Rose (IRE)
Owner: Hambleton Racing Ltd XXVII
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton
5 9-1 (57.6) (5)
Form: 50-2430 D
Breeder: Bearstone Stud Limited
He has won three times from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 2 1/4l behind American Affair at 40-1 when seventh of 20 on his latest outing in the Group 1 King Charles III Stakes at Ascot over 5f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 107 SP: 7-2
6 Miss Attitude (GB)
B m Cityscape - Rebecca Romero
Owner: Norman Court Stud
Trainer: Jack Channon, West Ilsley
(21) 5 8-10 (55.3) (2)
Form: 400526 D
Breeder: Mike Channon Bloodstock Limited
She has won four times at 5f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Finished 2 1/4l behind Saratoga Special when sixth of 8 at 18-1 on her latest outing at Ayr over 5f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 90 SP: 28-1
7
Rosy Affair (GB) (21)
B f Havana Grey - Secret Romance
Owner: Mr Shapoor Mistry
Trainer: George Boughey, Newmarket
Form: 1222-34 D
Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud
She has won three times from 5f to 6f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Finished 1 1/2l behind Saratoga Special when fourth of 8 at 10-1 on her latest outing at Ayr over 5f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 90 SP: 20-1
8
Star of Mehmas (IRE)
Ch f Mehmas (IRE) - Caelica (IRE)
Owner: Mr Jaber Abdullah
Trainer: Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn
(28) 3 8-5 (53.1) (3)
Form: 111-323 D
Breeder: T. Stewart & J. Hanly
She has won three times at 5f on good ground and on the all-weather Third of 7 behind Town And Country beaten 1/2l at 3-1 on her latest outing at Sandown over 5f (good to firm) last month
Official BHA Rating 98 SP: 11-2
Paul Mulrennan
Kevin Stott Frankie Nutter
Jason Hart
Daniel Tudhope Mohammid Rahi
Shane Gray Virender Singh Rathore
Rob Hornby
P. J. McDonald
Hollie Doyle Chanan Singh
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 8............................................................................................(EXACTA)
Tongue Strap worn first time by No 2. Tongue Strap worn by No 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4, 6.
PROBABLE S.P.’S
10-3 Jm Jungle (IRE), 7-2 Washington Heights (GB), 5-1 Grand Grey (IRE), 11-2 Apollo One (GB), Star of Mehmas (IRE), 20-1 Rosy Affair (GB), 25-1 Seven Questions (IRE), 28-1 Miss Attitude (GB)
RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION
1st £39697
3rd £7532
2nd £15050
4th £3752 TIME DISTANCES
2. Grand Grey, 3. Jm Jungle, 5. Washington Heights & 8. Star Of Mehmas all hold an entry in the Group One Coolmore Wootton Bassett Nunthorpe Stakes at the Sky Bet Ebor Festival on Friday 22nd August for which supplementary entries can be received by noon on Saturday 16th August for a stake of £40,000.
SECOND RACE
PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Jamie Hornsey, Customer Development Director
John Smith’s have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race
FROM THE RIDER’S MOUTH
JASON HART
Who do you sit next to in the weighing room? Rossa Ryan
DISH OF THE DAY R O B E R TO PAV I L I O N
Fresh fish & chips - and yes, there is a choice of mushy peas or curry sauce. FROM £12.40
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
BUSTARDTHORPE END
SOUTHERN END DEVELOPMENT
Last August we were honoured when Her Majesty The Queen, our Royal Patron, opened this development to the South of the Knavesmire Stand. Check out the Churchill Tyres lawn & canopy, the Theakston and Guinness bars, as well as food outlets and a WIlliam Hill shop
MR MOWITALL
Joining the grounds team over winter were a trio 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 Kylie Minogue Wines 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.
John Smith’s Cup FACT FILE:
Distance 1m 2f 56y
Prize money £200,000
The John Smith’s Cup has been sponsored by John Smith’s Brewery since its inauguration in 1960, making it the longest running commercial sponsorship in flat racing.
WHAT WAS THE LARGEST FIELD?
The supersize stalls purchased in 2019 means a field of 22 today The smallest came in 1969 & 1982 when only six participants lined up
HAVE THERE BEEN ANY MULTIPLE WINNERS?
Prominent (‘71 & ‘72) and Chaumiere (‘85 & ‘86). Prominent was also third twice. Five others have won the race and been placed: Town And Country, Halkopous, Mr Confusion, Pasternak & Flying Clarets.
DOES SEX MATTER?
Yes, as only one mare, Flying Clarets (‘08), has won the race since Nortia was victorious in only the third running of the race
This year none of the opposite sex will line up
IS AGE IMPORTANT?
Most definitely Only 6 six-year-olds and over have been successful - Raccolto (‘63), Farm Walk (‘68), My Swanee (‘69), Educate (‘16), Johnny Drama (21) and 2023 winner, Pride of America, maybe the tide is turning? 2020 winner, Sinjaari, 2017’s victor, Ballet Concert, 2022 winner Anmaat and last year’s winner Enfjaar returned to trend by boosting the 4-y-o total, while the 2018 & 2019 winners, Euchen Glen and Pivoine, struck blows for the five-year-olds. Since 1978 the breakdown is as follows:
Three-year-olds - 14 (two dead-heated in 1987!)
Four-year-olds - 20
Five-year-olds - 11
Six-year-olds - 6
Seven-year-olds - 1
Flying Clarets
LEADING TRAINERS?
Major Dick Hern won the race 6 times with Proud Chieftain, Nortia, Bold Pirate, Town And Country, Bedtime and Straight Man. Of the current crop of trainers Richard Fahey leads the way with three previous victories but the Musley Bank maestro is not represented this year William Haggas matched him after Sinjaari’s win behind closed doors in 2020, adding to Green Destiny in ‘11 and Danchai in ‘13 - Archivist flies the Somerville Lodge flag today.
LEADING RIDER?
Geoff Baxter, Willie Carson and Tony Ives have each won the race three times but all are a longtime retired. Kevin Stott (Anmaat, 2022) and Rob Hornby (Piovine, 2019) have both ridden winners and today could add to that tally with Naqeeb and Ancient Rome respectively
LONGEST WINNING DISTANCE?
Halkopous won by 7 lengths in 1991. The shortest followed a dead-heat between Brave Dancer and Wolsey in 1987. Both horses finished second but were placed first in the Stewards’ Room when Knockando was demoted due to interference.
WHO ARE THE SPONSORS?
John Smith’s, based in Tadcaster, North Yorkshire has been the highest selling ale brand in the UK since the mid-1990s. John Smith’s Extra Smooth and Original are produced at Tadcaster, as well as a range of Heineken products including Kronenbourg 1664 and Newcastle Brown Ale. With a 3.8 million hectolitre capacity, the brewery is one of the largest in the country
HOW DO YORKSHIRE STABLES FIGURE?
Quite well in the early years of the millennium. Richard Fahey has won it three times (Vintage Premium (02), Charlie Tokyo (07) & Flying Clarets (08)) whilst David Barron (Sirvino (09)) and Karl Burke (Achilles (99)) have also added to the tally After a lean decade, Yorkshire is well represented in this year’s contest, with Ed Bethell, Karl Burke, Julie Camacho, Adrian Keatley, Richard Fahey, Tim Easterby and Charlie Johnston all saddling a runner in a bid for the 66th John Smith’s Cup
Kevin Ryan
The late Major Dick Hern
3rd Race 3.10
The John Smith’s Cup Stakes
(Heritage Handicap) (GBBPlus Race)
One Mile, About Two Furlongs (2,000 metres)
See page 78 for conditions of this race.
Trifecta Rollover Race
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 1m 2f
Race Type: Heritage
Prize Money: £200,000
Age: 3+
Stalls: Inside Rail
A handicap by conditions but famous enough to have attracted some who were good enough to compete at the highest level. The quality and 65 previous stagings of this race, is further acknowledged as it categorised as a Heritage Handicap
If you crack this one, you’ll deserve to be toasted in the sponsor’s brew by your friends.
Take a hint by listening to our Punter’s Panel at 1.15pm in the Winner’s Enclosure; between them they have assessed a few such contests.
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: Enfjaar
Trainer: Roger Varian
Jockey: Jack Mitchell
Age/Weight: 4-9-1
Runners: 20 SP: 15/2
Looks to be an improved performer since being gelded and a 5lb penalty was not enough to stop him winning here after finding plenty for pressure.
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
RaceiQ Par Time: 2m 9.37s
(Based on going description: Good to firm (good in places))
Course Record: 2m 4.32s by City Of Troy (21-Aug-24)
All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last seven years
Leading course trainer (20-25): W Haggas (37 wins from 223 runners, 17%) runs ARCHIVIST
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A Balding (18 wins from 66 runners, 27%) runs FOX LEGACY
Weightwatcher: AUSTRIAN THEORY won off a handicap mark of 91, his rating is now down 5lb to 86.
Fancy That: A Balding won this race in 2019 and 2021. The stable runs FOX LEGACY today.
Longest Traveller: FAYLAQ trained by J Goldie, Glasgow, 219 miles.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 10th July
KNAVESMIRE TIP
ROMIEU looked desperately unfortunate not to win at Newcastle recently, having been denied a clear run for much of the final two furlongs. He kept on into second and is very interesting from an unchanged mark, especially with talented apprentice Elizabeth Gale booked to ride. Archivist made a successful start to his handicap career over the mile here a fortnight ago so appeals under the penalty. C&D winner Thunder Run isn’t berthed favourably but he can’t be underestimated, while others to note include See That Storm and Ancient Rome
The John Smith’s Cup Stakes
Distance: 1m 2f
Race Type: Heritage Handicap
Prize Money: £200,000
Age: 3+
Stalls: Inside Rail
No Horse Age st-lb (kgs) Draw
1 Thunder Run (IRE) (57)
Ch g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Astonished (IRE)
Owner: The JC Organization & Partner
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
4 9-12 (62.6) (17)
Form: 1314-01 CD
Breeder: Forenaghts Stud Farm
He has won four times from 1m to 1m 2f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. A winner at 5-1 over this course and distance (good to firm) on his latest outing in May, beating Tony Montana by a head. Official BHA Rating 104 SP: 9-1
2
Naqeeb (IRE) (22)
B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Aghareed (USA)
Owner: Mr N. O’Keeffe
Trainer: Julie Camacho, Malton
5 9-11 (62.1) (13)
Form: 200-653
Breeder: Shadwell Estate Co Ltd
Successful at 1m 4f and 1m 6f on good ground and on the all-weather Third of 18 behind Ethical Diamond beaten 2 1/2l at 33-1 on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m 4f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 103 (+2) SP: 14-1
3 Ancient Rome (USA) (7)
B or Br g War Front (USA) - Gagnoa (IRE)
Owner: Mrs Fitri Hay
Trainer: Charles Hills, Lambourn
6 9-10 (61.7) (15)
Form: 4-00003 D
Breeder: Orpendale, Chelston & Wynatt
Winner of six races from 7f to 1m 2f on ground varying from good to heavy and on the all-weather Third of 8 behind Flying Frontier beaten 3/4l at 9-2 on his latest outing at Sandown over 1m 2f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 102 (-2) SP: 25-1
4 Hand of God (GB) (22)
Ch g Churchill (IRE) - Barter
Owner: Mr Mohammed Jaber
Trainer: Harry Charlton, Beckhampton
4 9-10 (61.7) (9)
Form: 51/11-06 D
Breeder: Fittocks Stud
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 2f on good to firm and good to soft ground. Finished 6l behind Ethical Diamond when sixth of 18 at 9-2 on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m 4f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 102 (-1) SP: 11-1
5 Soldier’s Empire (IRE) (24)
Ch g Bated Breath - Mireille (IRE)
Owner: AlMohamediya Racing
Trainer: Marco Botti, Newmarket
4 9-9 (61.2) (4)
Form: 424140 D
Breeder: Ballygallon Stud Limited
Successful at 1m and 1m 2f on the all-weather Beaten 10l behind My Cloud at 100-1 when 17th of 30 on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 101 (-2) SP: 66-1
6
Erzindjan (IRE) (347)
B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Eshera (IRE)
Owner: Mr Mohammed Al Suboosi
Trainer: T. J. Kent, Newmarket
7 9-6 (59.9) (14)
Form: 2/60000Breeder: His Highness the Aga Khan’s Studs S.C.
Successful at 7f and 1m on soft and heavy ground, but last win was over four years ago Beaten 17l behind Mexicali Rose at 18-1 when last of 18 on his latest outing at Galway over 1m 1f (yielding) in July last year. Having his first run for a new stable today. Official BHA Rating 98 SP: 66-1
7 Auld Toon Loon (IRE) (22)
B g Belardo (IRE) - Snowtime (IRE)
Owner: Empire State Racing Partnership
Trainer: Tom Dascombe, Lambourn
6 9-5 (59.4) (1)
Form: 4/143-20 D
Breeder: Cover and Carry Limited
He has won three times at 1m 2f on good to firm and soft ground. Beaten 8l behind Ethical Diamond at 33-1 when 10th of 18 on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m 4f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 97 (-1) SP: 50-1
8 Fox Legacy (GB) (24) 4 9-4 (59.0) (19)
B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Baldovina
Owner: King Power Racing Co Ltd
Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
Form: 4104-16 D
Breeder: King Power Racing Co Ltd
Successful at 1m 1f and 1m 2f on good to firm and good ground. Finished 4l behind My Cloud when sixth of 30 at 7-1 on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 96 SP: 12-1
Clifford Lee Rebecca Yates
Kevin Stott Nicola Scatherd
Rob Hornby Wilson Pillay
Daniel Tudhope Martin Franklin
Hollie Doyle Laxman Bharati
Ray Dawson
Pierre-Louis Jamin
P. J. McDonald Chetan Singh
Horse Age st-lb (kgs) Draw
9 Faylaq (GB) (14)
B g Dubawi (IRE) - Danedream (GER)
Owner: BJordan,BrianJordan,SJordan&NMcConnell
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
9 9-4 (59.0) (12)
Form: 116535 D
Breeder: Teruya Yoshida
Winner of seven races from 1m 2f to 1m 6f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft and on the all-weather. Finished 4l behind Spirit Mixer when fifth of 20 at 25-1 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 2m last month. Has won twice at Hamilton this season. Official BHA Rating 96 SP: 33-1
10
Brioni (FR) (29)
4 9-4 (59.0) (18)
B g Cloth of Stars (IRE) - High Story (FR) (in 5lb ex)
Owner: Mrs M C Sweeney & Alan King
Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle
Form: 210-001 D
Breeder: Mr Jean-Philippe Dubois
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 2f on good and soft ground and on the all-weather A winner at 9-2 at Sandown over 1m 2f (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Miss Justice by 1l. Carries a 5lb penalty today for that success. Official BHA Rating 91 (+4) SP: 18-1
11 See That Storm (IRE) (29)
B g Storm The Stars (USA) - Summer Chorus
Owner: Mr Richard Christison
Trainer: Edward Bethell, Middleham
4 9-3 (58.5) (10)
Form: 111-122 D
Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
Winner of five races from 1m to 1m 2f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Beaten 1 3/4l by Burrito when second of 12 at 7-2 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 95 (+2) SP: 13-2
12 Have Secret (IRE) (36)
Ch g Havana Gold (IRE) - Secret Existence (IRE)
Owner: Peter Timmins, John Rhodes & Partner
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
5 9-1 (57.6) (5)
Form: 6-01320 D
Breeder: Kildaragh Stud
He has won three times from 7f to 1m 2f on good and soft ground. Beaten 17l behind Ecureuil Secret at 9-1 when 12th of 13 on his latest outing at Epsom over 1m 2f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 93 SP: 33-1
13
Romieu (GB) (16)
Ch g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Beautiful Romance
Owner: Nick Bradley Racing 14 & Keatley Racing
Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton
4 8-12 (56.2) (11)
Form: 12-1502
Breeder: Godolphin
Successful twice at 1m on good to firm and heavy ground. Beaten 1/2l by Royal Approval when second of 11 at 17-2 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 1m 2f last month. Official BHA Rating 90 (+1) SP: 20-1
14
Dark Moon Rising (IRE)
B g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Al Nassa (USA)
Owner: Mrs Angie Bailey
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton
(29) 6 8-11 (55.8) (8)
Form: 12-3000 C
Breeder: Mr N. Al Habtoor
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m 5f on good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 13l behind Burrito at 33-1 when 11th of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 89 (-2) SP: 66-1
15
Mirabeau (GB)
(65) 3 8-10 (55.3) (7)
Gr or Ro c Territories (IRE) - Lubinka (IRE)
Owner: The ffrench Revolution & Mrs T. Hamilton
Trainer: Dominic Ffrench Davis, Lambourn
Form: 0115-35 C
Breeder: J. Bernstein & R. Haim
Successful twice at 7f on soft ground. Finished 8l behind Mount Kilimanjaro when fifth of 7 at 20-1 on his latest outing at Chester over 1m 2f (good) in May. Official BHA Rating 98 SP: 40-1
16 Austrian Theory
B g Awtaad (IRE) - Cedar Sea (IRE)
Owner: The Wolf Pack 2 and Partner
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
(IRE) (29) 6 8-8 (54.4) (3)
Form: 10-2200 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 6l behind Burrito at 12-1 when seventh of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to firm) last month.
Official BHA Rating 86 (-1) SP: 33-1
Paul Mulrennan
Rossa Ryan Molly Draper
Callum Rodriguez Hamid Raza
Billy Garritty Helen Hamilton
Elizabeth Gale (5) Jessica Cooley
Josephine Gordon Grace Atkins-Train
Jason Hart Alan Wallace
Warren Fentiman (5) Magan Singh Rathore
17 Paddy The Squire (GB) (7) 5 8-7 (54.0) (16)
B g Golden Horn - Provenance
Owner: Mr Ian Jones
Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
Non-Runner (SelfCert(OffColour))
Form: 004-132 D
Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited
Successful twice at 1m 2f on good and soft ground. Beaten 4l by Plage De Havre when second of 14 at 9-2 on his latest outing at Haydock over 1m 4f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 85 (+2) SP:
18
Archivist (GB) (14)
3 8-7 (54.0) (6)
Ch c Dubawi (IRE) - Provenance (in 5lb ex)
Owner: Cheveley Park Stud
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket
Form: 222-211 C
Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited
Successful twice at 1m on good to firm and good ground. Won on his latest outing when 4-6fav here over 1m (good) last month, beating Barley by 1l. Carries a 5lb penalty today for that success. Has also won at Leicester this season. Official BHA Rating 90 (+7) SP: 3-1
19 Qitaal (GB) (6)
Ch g Iffraaj - Qaafeya (IRE)
Owner: Kingsley Park Owners Club
Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham
6 8-5 (53.1)
(2)
Form: 405044 D
Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 2f on good to soft and soft ground. Finished 3 1/2l behind Capla Lazarus when fourth of 10 at 9-2 on his latest outing at Ayr over 1m 2f (good to soft) earlier this month. He is wearing a visor for the first time Official BHA Rating 83 (-1) SP: 66-1
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 19
Visor worn first time by No 19 Hood worn by No 5. Blinkers worn by No 14 Visor worn by No 12. Tongue Strap worn by No 7, 13. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 10 STEWARDS NOTE
HAVE SECRET: Following its run on 6/6/2025 it was reported that the horse was slowly away ROMIEU: Following its run on 26/6/2025 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run late-on. AUSTRIAN THEORY: Following its run on 13/6/2025 it was reported that the horse was treated for heat stress. PROBABLE S.P.’S
3-1 Archivist (GB), 13-2 See That Storm (IRE), 9-1 Thunder Run (IRE), 11-1 Hand of God (GB), 12-1 Fox Legacy (GB), 14-1 Naqeeb (IRE), 18-1 Brioni (FR), 20-1 Romieu (GB), 25-1 Ancient Rome (USA), 33-1 Faylaq (GB), Have Secret (IRE), Austrian Theory (IRE), 40-1 Mirabeau (GB), 50-1 Auld Toon Loon (IRE), 66-1 Soldier’s Empire (IRE), Erzindjan (IRE), Dark Moon Rising (IRE), Qitaal (GB)
9. Faylaq & 13. Romieu both hold an entry in the Sky Bet Ebor at the Sky Bet Ebor Festival on Saturday 24th August.
THIRD RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Charlie Fryday, On Trade Customer Director North.
John Smith’s have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race
Adam Farragher
Joanna Mason Cesar Dayaca
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.
Ruth Carr continued her fantastic season in our penultimate contest, moving her into joint second place.
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THE JOHN SMITH’S SILVER CUP STAKES (GROUP 3)
QAREEM
Trainer: Karl Burke Jockey: Clifford Lee
2 MAGHLAAK
Trainer: Adrian Paul Keatley
Jockey: Oisin Mcsweeney
Trainer: Brian Ellison Jockey: Ben Robinson
Trainer: Gordon Elliott Jockey: Hollie Doyle
5 SUBSEQUENT
Trainer: Andrew Balding Jockey:
Trainer: Tom Clover Jockey: Rossa Ryan
The John Smith’s Silver Cup Stakes (Group
3)
One Mile, About Six Furlongs (2,800 metres)
See page 78 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 1m 6f
Race Type: Group Three
Prize Money: £85,000
Age: 4+
Stalls: Inside Rail
Our fourth race flips back to those Pattern conditions, this time it is actually a step higher up in quality, being a Group 3. This race is open to 4yo+ horses and is over a trip of 1 mile 6 furlongs. All that complicated stuff about reductions for being a filly or a penalty for having won at a good level still apply, only this year the field have made it easier for us by all being male and none having recently recorded a W at this level.
Remember the winner because previous victors have gone on to contest Australia’s best-known race, the Lexus Melbourne Cup, with all of them today entered in the £500,000 Sky Bet Ebor, set for Saturday 23rd August.
Need some help? Look further for the letter “C”, which shows that the horse has won at York or “D” which denotes a win over this distance, Al Qareem has both initials.
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: ALSAKIB
Trainer: Andrew Balding
Jockey: P J McDonald
Age/Weight: 4-9-0
Runners: 8 SP: 6/1
Was held up in rear by Richard Kingscote and despite looking to be outpaced, rallied back strongly to win going away in the closing stages.
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
RaceiQ Par Time: 2m 57.77s
(Based on going description: Good to firm (good in places))
Course Record: 2m 51.89s by Tuning (19-Aug-98)
All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last seven years
Leading course trainer (20-25): A Balding (33 wins from 205 runners, 16%) runs SUBSEQUENT Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A Balding (18 wins from 66 runners, 27%) runs SUBSEQUENT
Longest Traveller: SAMUI trained by G Elliott, Ireland.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 10th July
KNAVESMIRE TIP
Al Qareem was an impressive winner of the Grand Cup over C&D a month ago and Karl Burke’s gelding has to be respected once again. That said, marginal preference is for TABLETALK, who remains unexposed over this sort of trip and won the Melrose at this venue last season. He was far from disgraced in the Hardwicke last time and will find this easier. Samui and Subsequent are others to consider
The John Smith’s Silver Cup Stakes
1 Al Qareem (IRE) (28)
B g Awtaad (IRE) - Moqla
Owner: Nick Bradley Racing 33, Burke & partner
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
Distance: 1m 6f
Race Type: Group Three
Prize Money: £85,000
Stalls: Inside Rail
6 9-0 (57.2) (5)
Form: 14-3121 CD
Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited
Has won ten races from 7f to 1m 7f on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather A winner at 9-2 over this course and distance (good to firm) on his latest outing last month, beating Absurde by 4 1/2l. Has also won at Nottingham this season. Official BHA Rating 114 SP: 11-8
2
Maghlaak (GB) (28)
B g Muhaarar - Ghanaati (USA)
Owner: Jimmy Fyffe & Mrs Breda Keatley
Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton
6 9-0 (57.2) (4)
Form: 300-420 BF
Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 2f on soft ground and on the all-weather; has also won two hurdles (latest NH win was in January). Beaten 8l behind Chillingham at 3-1fav when eighth of 12 on his latest flat outing here over 1m 4f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 87 SP: 33-1
3 Onesmoothoperator (USA) (14) 7
B or Br h Dialed In (USA) - Sueno d’Oro (USA)
Owner: Mr P. Boyle
Trainer: Brian Ellison, Malton
9-0 (57.2) (1)
Form: 05-0350
Breeder: Triple D Partners Llc
Winner of five races from 1m 2f to 2m on good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 5l behind Spirit Mixer at 16-1 when eighth of 20 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 2m last month. Official BHA Rating 104 SP: 10-1
4 Samui (GB) (21)
B g Siyouni (FR) - Appearance
Owner: Mr Allan Snow
Trainer: Gordon Elliott, Ireland
6 9-0 (57.2) (6)
Form: 320-532
Breeder: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum
Successful at 1m 2f and 2m 1f on good to firm and good ground; has also won three hurdlesand a NH flat race (latest NH win was in January). Beaten 5l by Sober when second of 9 at 10-3 on his latest outing at Ascot over 2m 6f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 103 SP: 13-2
5 Subsequent (IRE) (281)
Ch g Galileo (IRE) - After (IRE)
Owner: Mrs Fitri Hay
Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
4 9-0 (57.2) (2)
Form: 115121- D Breeder: Coolmore
He has won four times from 1m 4f to 1m 6f on good to firm and soft ground. Won on his latest outing when 13-8fav at Ascot over 1m 6f (soft) in October last year, beating Allonsy by 2 1/2l. Official BHA Rating 105 SP: 11-2
6
Tabletalk (IRE)
B c Camelot - Dillydallydo (IRE)
Owner: Mr Abdulla Al Mansoori
Trainer: Tom Clover, Newmarket
(21) 4 9-0 (57.2) (3)
Form: 315-226 CD
Breeder: Cottage Bloodstock
Successful at 1m 2f and 1m 6f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Finished 5l behind Rebel’s Romance when sixth of 12 at 25-1 on his latest outing in the Group 2 Hardwicke Stakes at Ascot over 1m 4f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 113 SP: 7-2
OF
Clifford Lee Danielle Mooney
Oisin McSweeney Emma Dwan
Ben Robinson Matt Brown
Hollie Doyle Cosmos McGivern
P. J. McDonald Grace Barr
Rossa Ryan Shahid Khan
All six runners in the Group 3 John Smith’s Silver Cup are entered in the Sky Bet Ebor, connections will hope to win today and then land the bulk of the £500,000 on Saturday 23 August. Three of them (Tabletalk, Subsequent & Al Qareem) also retain the option of staying in Pattern company by having entered the Group 2 Weatherbys Hamilton Lonsdale Cup, back here on Friday 22nd August for which supplementary entries can be received by noon on Saturday 16th August for a stake of £20,000.
FOURTH RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Ray Livingstone, Account Director
John Smith’s have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race.
FROM THE RIDER’S MOUTH
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The Bet365 Superlative Stakes (Group 2)
Last Seven Furlongs Of The Bunbury Mile (7F) (1,400 metres)
1 Bourbon Blues (GB) (25)
B g Space Blues (IRE) - Upper Street (IRE) (Dansili)
Owner: M. Hughes, M. Kerr-Dineen and Partners
Trainer: Brian Meehan, Manton
Tom Marquand
Foaled 5 Feb. A winner at 6f on good ground. Beaten 6l behind Gstaad at 50-1 when eighth of 20 on his latest outing in the Group 2 Coventry Stakes at Ascot over 6f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 96
2 Italy (GB) (57)
B c Wootton Bassett - Bound (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))
Owner: Smith,Magnier,Tabor,Westerberg,Brant
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien, Ireland
Lordship Stud
Foaled 10 Mar Half-brother to Bowmark, won at 1m. Won on his latest outing when 4-9fav at Leopardstown over 7f (good) in May, beating Thesecretadversary by 3/4l. Official BHA Rating - SP:
3 Moonfall (IRE) (30)
B c Starman - Lealas Daughter (IRE) (Excelebration (IRE))
Owner: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum
Trainer: George Boughey, Newmarket
Jockey: Billy Loughnane
Form: 231 Breeder: Empire Bloodstock Ltd
Foaled 22 Mar Won on his latest outing when 8-11fav at Newbury over 6f (good) last month, beating New Monarch by 2l. Official BHA Rating 90 SP: 16-1
4 Raakeb (IRE) (25)
B c Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Salve Stella (IRE) (Shamardal (USA))
Owner: Sheikh Abdullah Almalek Alsabah
Jockey: Sam Hitchcott
Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough Form: 1330 Breeder: Gestut Hony-Hof
Foaled 19 Feb. A winner at 5f on good ground. Beaten 6l behind Gstaad at 100-1 when seventh of 20 on his latest outing in the Group 2 Coventry Stakes at Ascot over 6f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 97 SP: 28-1
5 Saba Desert (GB) (29)
Ch c Dubawi (IRE) - Finespun (IRE) (Sea The Stars (IRE))
Owner: Godolphin
9-3 (58.5) (2)
Jockey: William Buick
Trainer: Charlie Appleby, Newmarket Form: 1 D Breeder: Godolphin
Foaled 28 Feb. Half-brother to Spinning Wheel, won twice at 1m 2f and 1m 3f. Won on his latest outing when 4-7fav at Sandown over 7f (good) last month, beating Boiling Over by 3/4l. Official BHA Rating - SP: 9-2
6 Wild Desert (IRE) (21)
B c Too Darn Hot - Winters Moon (IRE) (New Approach (IRE))
Owner: Godolphin
Trainer: Charlie Appleby, Newmarket
(58.5) (3)
Jockey: James Doyle
Form: 12 D BF Breeder: Godolphin
Foaled 6 Mar. Half-brother to Earthlight, won seven times between 5f and 7f including two Group 1 races. A winner at 7f on good to firm ground. Beaten a head by Pacific Avenue when second of 5 at 3-10fav on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 94 SP: 8-1
7 Venetian Lace (IRE) (21) 9-0 (57.2) (1)
Ch f Masar (IRE) - Nash Nasha (Dubawi (IRE))
Owner: Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Al Maktoum
Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Jockey: Oisin Murphy
Form: 14
Breeder: Godolphin
Foaled 4 Feb. Dam won twice between 1m and 1m 2f. A winner at 6f on the all-weather. Finished 2 1/2l behind Humidity when fourth of 9 at 7-1 on her latest outing at Ascot over 7f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 92 SP: 12-1
an entry in the
Friday 22nd
for which supplementary entries can be received by noon on Saturday 16th August for a stake of £20,000.
HBLB PRIZE MONEY
The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £1,818,188 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 23rd June to 14th September 2025.
4. Rakeeb, 5. Saba Desert & 6. Wild Desert all hold
Group Two Al Basti Equiworld Dubai Gimcrack Stakes at the Sky Bet Ebor Festival on
August
The John Smith’s Nursery Stakes
Six Furlongs (1,200 metres)
See page 78 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 6f
Race Type:
Prize Money: £25,000
Age: 2
Stalls: Centre
A further handicap to solve, this time limited to 2yo’s and although they are the babies of the equine world their previous runs mean that they should all know what they are here to do The handicapper has judged Going Commando as the best of a still inexperienced field.
More significantly, dedicated race watchers and bookmakers will be aware of them so perhaps look for a clue in the betting market
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: EAST TYRONE
Trainer: Kevin Ryan
Jockey: Shane Gray
Age/Weight: 2-8-12
Runners: 13 SP: 16/1
East Tyrone sprung a surprise for Kevin Ryan and Shane Gray, as the pair got the better of Sir Palamedes in a frantic finish, that saw just a short head separate the pair
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
RaceiQ Par Time: 1m 11.61s
(Based on going description: Good to firm (good in places))
Course Record: 1m 8.90s by Tiggy Wiggy (21-Aug-14)
All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last seven years
Leading course trainer (20-25): R Fahey (28 wins from 453 runners, 6%) runs SUPREME DANCER Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Portman (7 wins from 14 runners, 50%) runs SON OF SARABI
Fancy That: K Ryan won this race in 2016, 2018 and 2024 The stable runs DACRES CROSS today. Longest Travellers: AMAZING JOURNEY trained by J Osborne, SON OF SARABI trained by J Portman - both Upper Lambourn, 202 miles.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 10th July
KNAVESMIRE TIP
GOING COMMANDO finished a respectable sixth here before posting a better effort when second in novice company at Chester. The winner of that race is now rated 90, so Adrian Keatley’s charge looks potentially well treated for this handicap debut. Amazing Journey took a step forward to land a novice race at Chepstow and there should be more to come from him, while No Spritz No Party is another going the right way after winning a maiden at Pontefract.
The John Smith’s Nursery Stakes
1 Going Commando (IRE) (42)
Distance: 6f
Race Type: Handicap (0-78)
Prize Money: £25,000
Age: 2
Stalls: Centre
(61.2) (7)
B g Soldier’s Call - Souter’s Sister (IRE) Jockey: Oisin McSweeney (3)
Owner: Keatley Owners Group, Hart & O’Neill
Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton
Form: 062 Breeder: Ballyhane Stud
Foaled 24 Feb. Placed once in three starts. Beaten 2l by Tricky Tel when second of 8 at 11-1 on his latest outing at Chester over 6f (good) in May. Official BHA Rating 78 SP: 6-1
Foaled 5 Apr Dam a lightly raced maiden. Won on his latest outing when 3-1fav at Chepstow over 6f (good to firm) last month, beating Magic Stone by 1/2l. Official BHA Rating 76 SP: 4-1
3 Miss Piggle (GB) (16)
B f Havana Grey - Kirrin Island (USA)
Owner: Satchell Goss Owen
Trainer: Hugo Palmer, Malpas
(60.3) (8)
Hollie Doyle
1640
Owen Promotions Ltd
Foaled 9 Feb. A winner at 5f on the all-weather Beaten 11l behind Argentine Tango at 22-1 when last of 8 on her latest outing at Newmarket over 6f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 76 SP: 14-1
4 Son of Sarabi (GB) (49)
B g Cable Bay (IRE) - Sarabi Mshairi
Owner: Old Stoic Racing Club & Partner
Trainer: Jonathan Portman, Upper Lambourn
(60.3) (2)
Rob Hornby
200
Charlock Stud
Foaled 18 Feb. Placed once in three starts. Beaten 4l behind Ardisia at 5-2 when seventh of 9 on his latest outing at Salisbury over 5f (good to firm) in May. Official BHA Rating 76 SP: 8-1
5 No Spritz No Party (GB) (33)
B f Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Azma (USA)
Owner: Mrs Sarah Planas
Trainer: Charlie Clover, Newmarket
(59.0)
Promenade Bloodstock Limited
Foaled 19 Mar Half-sister to Al Hitmi, won three times at 6f A winner at 33-1 at Pontefract over 6f (good) on her latest outing last month, beating Angela’s Baar by a neck. Official BHA Rating 73 SP: 11-2
6
Believeinmenow (IRE) (38)
B c Ubettabelieveit (IRE) - Weisse Socken (IRE)
Owner: Mr John R. Saville
Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton
(9)
Jockey: Faye McManoman
Form: 205
Breeder: Olly Batchelor Bloodstock Ltd
Foaled 9 Apr. Placed once in three starts. Finished 7l behind Star Material when fifth of 8 at 14-1 on his latest outing at Ripon over 5f (good) last month. He is wearing a hood for the first time Official BHA Rating 72 SP: 10-1
7 U Turn (GB) (8)
B c Land Force (IRE) - Poppy Pivot (IRE)
Owner: Nick Bradley Racing 4 & Partner
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
(5)
Jockey: Jason Hart
Form: 603225
Breeder: Bearstone Stud Limited
Foaled 2 Apr Placed in three of six starts. Finished 5l behind Cotai Belle when last of 5 at 7-2 on his latest outing at Haydock over 5f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 70 SP: 9-1
8 Dacres Cross (IRE) (57)
B g Prince of Lir (IRE) - Shahaama
Owner: Mr J Speight & Mr M Holdsworth
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton
(1)
Jockey: Kevin Stott
Form: 544
Breeder: Mr Padraic O’Neill
Foaled 16 Mar Yet to place in three starts. Finished 6l behind Kolkata Knight when fourth of 7 at 9-4 on his latest outing at Hamilton over 6f (good to firm) in May. Official BHA Rating 70 SP: 17-2
9 Supreme Dancer (IRE) (4) 8-6 (53.5) (6)
Ch c Supremacy (IRE) - Dancewithastranger (IRE)
Owner: S & G Clayton 1
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
Jockey: Cam Hardie
Form: 0064 BF
Breeder: Orchardstown Farms Ltd
Foaled 15 Apr Unplaced in all four starts. Finished 6l behind Sparkling Pink when fourth of 7 at 11-4jt-fav on his latest outing at Pontefract over 6f (good) earlier this month. He is wearing a visor for the first time. Official BHA Rating 61 SP: 10-1
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9............................................................................................(EXACTA)
Hood worn first time by No 6. Visor worn first time by No 9. Running for the first time since Gelding No 1, 4, 8.
PROBABLE S.P.’S
4-1 Amazing Journey (IRE), 11-2 No Spritz No Party (GB), 6-1 Going Commando (IRE), 8-1 Son of Sarabi (GB), 17-2 Dacres Cross (IRE), 9-1 U Turn (GB), 10-1 Believeinmenow (IRE), Supreme Dancer (IRE), 14-1 Miss Piggle (GB) RESULT & PRIZE MONEY
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Dennis van de Sanden, Global Account Manager
John Smith’s have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race
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The Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai July Cup Stakes (Group 1)
Last Six Furlongs Of The Bunbury Mile (6F) (1,200 metres)
1 Inisherin (GB) (21)
B c Shamardal (USA) - Ajman Princess (IRE) (Teofilo (IRE))
Owner: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton
4 9-8 (60.8) (12)
Jockey: Tom Eaves
Form: 1150-10 D Breeder: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum
He has won four times from 6f to 1m on good to firm and soft ground and on the all-weather Beaten 6l behind Lazzat at 3-1 when seventh of 14 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes at Ascot over 6f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 116 SP: 7-1
2 Jasour (GB) (21)
4 9-8 (60.8) (6)
Gr c Havana Grey - Twilight Thyme (Bahamian Bounty) Jockey: Saffie Osborne
Owner: AlMohamediya Racing
Trainer: Clive Cox, Hungerford Form: 600-606 CD Breeder: Wardley Bloodstock
He has won three times from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good to soft ground. Finished 6l behind Lazzat when sixth of 14 at 50-1 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes at Ascot over 6f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 106 SP: 40-1
3 Night Raider (IRE) (25)
4 9-8 (60.8) (1)
Br c Dark Angel (IRE) - Dorraar (IRE) (Shamardal (USA)) Jockey: Sam James
Owner: Wathnan Racing
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn Form: 0511-30 D Breeder: Linden Bloodstock Ltd
He has won four times from 6f to 7f on the all-weather Beaten 5l behind American Affair at 10-1 when 12th of 20 on his latest outing in the Group 1 King Charles III Stakes at Ascot over 5f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 105 SP: 22-1
4 Notable Speech (GB) (25) 4 9-8 (60.8) (4)
Ch c Dubawi (IRE) - Swift Rose (IRE) (Invincible Spirit (IRE)) Jockey: William Buick
Owner: Godolphin Trainer: Charlie Appleby, Newmarket Form: 0153-44 C Breeder: Godolphin
Winner of five races at 1m on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Finished 2 1/2l behind Docklands when fourth of 10 at 4-1 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Queen Anne Stakes at Ascot over 1m (good to firm) last month Official BHA Rating 118 SP: 10-3
5 Rogue Lightning
(IRE) (70) 5 9-8 (60.8) (10)
B g Kodiac - Field of Stars (Acclamation) Jockey: Richard Kingscote
Owner: Wathnan Racing
Trainer: Tom Clover, Newmarket Form: 030-120 CD Breeder: Airlie Stud & Mrs S. Rogers
Winner of five races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Beaten 6l behind Think Big at 14-5 when eighth of 10 on his latest outing in the Grade 2 Twin Spires Turf Sprint Stakes at Churchill Downs over 5f (good) in May. Official BHA Rating 110 SP: 66-1
6
Run To Freedom (GB) (21)
B h Muhaarar - Twilight Mistress (Bin Ajwaad (IRE)) Jockey: Trevor Whelan
Owner: Mr Godfrey Wilson
Trainer: Henry Candy, Wantage
Winner of six races from 6f to 7f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather, but last
B g Twilight Son - Zawiyah (Invincible Spirit (IRE))
Owner: Phil Cunningham
Trainer: Richard Spencer, Newmarket
8
Believing
(IRE) (25) 5 9-5 (59.4) (11)
B m Mehmas (IRE) - Misfortunate (IRE) (Kodiac)
Owner: Mrs Magnier, M Tabor, D Smith & Resolute
Jockey: Billy Loughnane
Trainer: George Boughey, Newmarket Form: 3223-10 D BF Breeder: M. Mullen & Cloneymore Farm
Winner of seven races from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 5l behind American Affair at 3-1fav when 11th of 20 on her latest outing in the Group 1 King Charles III Stakes at Ascot over 5f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 112 SP: 15-2
9 Flora of Bermuda (IRE) (21)
4 9-5 (59.4) (5)
B f Dark Angel (IRE) - Dubai Power (Cadeaux Genereux) Jockey: James Doyle
Owner: Wathnan Racing
Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere Form: 1453-23 D Breeder: Mr Francisco Bernal
Successful at 5f and 6f on good to soft and soft ground. Third of 14 behind Lazzat beaten 3 1/2l at 12-1 on her latest outing in the Group 1 Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes at Ascot over 6f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 112 SP: 11-2
10 No Half Measures (GB) (42)
9-5 (59.4) (15)
B f Cable Bay (IRE) - Fascinator (Helmet (AUS)) Jockey: Neil Callan
Owner: Mr R. P. Gallagher
Trainer: Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn
1615-02 C D Breeder: Bumble Bloodstock & Mrs S. Nicholls
Winner of six races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to heavy and on the all-weather Beaten 1/2l by Balmoral Lady when second of 8 at 10-3 on her latest outing at Haydock over 5f (good) in May. Official BHA Rating 105
11
Big Mojo (IRE) (22) 3 9-2 (58.1) (9)
B or Br c Mohaather - Jm Jackson (IRE) (No Nay Never (USA)) Jockey: Tom Marquand
Owner: RP Racing Ltd
Trainer: Michael Appleby, Oakham Form: 424-140 D Breeder: Ringfort Stud Ltd & The Ladies
Successful at 5f and 6f on good to firm ground. Beaten 5l behind Time For Sandals at 14-1 when seventh of 21 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Commonwealth Cup at Ascot over 6f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 108 SP: 18-1
12 Ides of March (IRE) (22)
B or Br c Wootton Bassett - Nickname (USA) (Scat Daddy (USA))
Successful twice at 6f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 11l behind Time For Sandals at 16-1 when 16th of 21 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Commonwealth Cup at Ascot over 6f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 105 SP: 66-1
13 Spy Chief (GB)
(21) 3 9-2 (58.1) (14)
B g Kingman - Shirocco Star (Shirocco (GER))
Owner: Godolphin
Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket
Jockey: Robert Havlin
Form: 6212 D Breeder: Meon Valley Stud
A winner at 6f on good to firm ground. Beaten 3 1/2l by Noble Champion when second of 15 at 20-1 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Jersey Stakes at Ascot over 7f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 106 SP: 22-1
14 Symbol of Honour (GB) (49)
Gr g Havana Grey - Arcamist (Arcano (IRE))
Owner: Godolphin
Trainer: Charlie Appleby, Newmarket
Winner of five
15 Whistlejacket (IRE) (22)
Ch c No Nay Never (USA) - Adventure Seeker (FR) (Bering)
Owner: P Brant/Mrs J Magnier/M Tabor/D Smith
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien, Ireland
3 9-2 (58.1) (8)
Jockey: Oisin Murphy
Form: 4-11611 D Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud
Jockey: Ryan Moore
1. Inisherin, 4. Notable Speech, 9. Flora Of Bermuda, 12. Ides Of March, 13. Spy Chief & 15. Whistlejacket all hold an entry in the Group One Sky Bet City Of York Stakes at the Sky Bet Ebor Festival on Saturday 23rd August for which supplementary entries can be received by noon on Monday 18th August for a stake of £40,000.
3. Night Raider, 5. Rogue Lightning, 11. Big Mojo & 15. Whistlejacket all hold an entry in the Group One Coolmore Wootton Bassett Nunthorpe Stakes at the Sky Bet Ebor Festival on Friday 22nd August for which supplementary entries can be received by noon on Saturday 16th August for a stake of £40,000.
FROM THE RIDER’S MOUTH
ROSSA RYAN
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THINGS YOU MIGHT NOT KNOW ABOUT YORK
York has the Longest and Best Preserved city walls in England, and now a race named after them - the Listed John Smith’s City Walls Stakes.
THINGS YOU MIGHT NOT KNOW ABOUT YORK
York And Chocolate – York has a long history of chocolate making – Nestlé (formerly Rowntrees) chocolate factories grew up here – all the famous names are made here – Kit Kat being the biggest seller. Some 47 bars are eaten every second and in annual sales amount to over £250 million.
TOP JOCKEY AT YORK
The John Smith’s Stayers’ Stakes (GBBPlus
Race)
Two Miles (3,200 metres)
See page 78 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 2m
Race Type: Handicap
Rating: 61-80
Prize Money: £25,000
Age: 4+
Stalls: Inside Rail
Those ticklish handicaps to solve keep acoming, this is over the longest distance of the day, some 2miles. As stamina is required, it is perhaps no surprise that the majority of the field are that bit older and so a little better known to punters and bookies alike. Will a four-year-old such as Curran bowl them over today?
Looking for help? Then follow the racecourse tipster, who has marked his selections with a red bi plane
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: ZIMMERMAN
Trainer: Tim Easterby
Jockey: Sean Kirrane
Age/Weight: 5-9-5
Runners: 14 SP: 8/1
Zimmerman was suited by a return to the turf and was always doing enough to land his fifth victory There was a stewards’ enquiry after some interference but the initial result stood.
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
RaceiQ Par Time: 3m 34.88s
(Based on going description: Good to firm (good in places))
Course Record: 3m 27.06s by Stradivarius (23-Aug-19)
All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last seven years
Leading course trainer (20-25): D O’Meara (25 wins from 390 runners, 6%) runs THE CRAFTY MOLE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): C Johnston (8 wins from 56 runners, 14%) runs CURRAN Longest Traveller: LETSBEFRANK trained by J Goldie, Glasgow, 219 miles.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 10th July
KNAVESMIRE TIP
Curran failed in his attempt to complete a hat-trick at Chester last month, but he still finished a fair third and isn’t ruled out. Rock N Roll Pinkie justified favouritism at Nottingham and holds every chance, but RUSSIAN RUMOUR gets the vote. The eight-year-old returned to winning ways at Lingfield and is just 2lb higher, so she may be capable of completing a double
RUSSIAN RUMOUR
ROCK N ROLL PINKIE
The John Smith’s Stayers’ Stakes
1
Gibside (GB) (14)
Stalls: Inside Rail
6 9-11 (62.1) (2)
B g Time Test - Ardbrae Tara (IRE) Jockey: Duran Fentiman
Owner: Elsa Crankshaw & Partner
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Form: 1-20130 CD
Breeder: Mickley Stud & Dermot Costelloe
Winner of seven races from 1m 3f to 2m 3f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Beaten 8l behind Savrola at 16-1 when 15th of 19 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 2m last month. Official BHA Rating 82 SP: 9-2
2
Rock N Roll Pinkie (GB) (16)
5 9-5 (59.4) (10)
Ch m Sun Central (IRE) - Maggie Pink Jockey: Rossa Ryan
Owner: Mr A. W. Bult
Trainer: Ivan Furtado, Wiseton
Form: 021-351
Breeder: A W Bult
She has won four times at 1m 6f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Won on her latest outing when 15-8fav at Nottingham over 1m 6f (good to firm) last month, beating Morandi Second by 8l. Official BHA Rating 76 SP: 8-1
3
Churchella (IRE) (14)
B m Churchill (IRE) - Elizabelle (IRE)
Owner: Mr I. Robinson
Trainer: Philip Kirby, Richmond
Jockey: Hollie Doyle
Form: 013-050 CD Breeder: TEK Squarey
Winner of six races from 1m 4f to 2m on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Beaten 11l behind Savrola at 33-1 when 17th of 19 on her latest outing at Newcastle over 2m last month. Official BHA Rating 73 SP: 16-1
4 Curran (IRE) (14)
(1)
Ch g Gleneagles (IRE) - Tipitena Jockey: Jason Hart
Owner: Mrs S Russell & A M Russell
Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham
030113 Breeder: Gerrardstown House Stud
He has won four times from 1m 2f to 1m 6f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft and on the all-weather Third of 8 behind Tailorman beaten 6l at 11-4 on his latest outing at Chester over 2m (good) last month. Has won at Newmarket and Doncaster this season. Official BHA Rating 73 SP: 13-2
5 Weddell Sea (IRE) (14)
B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - West of Venus (USA)
Owner: Mr A. Waite
Trainer: Mike Sowersby, Malton
7 9-2 (58.1) (7)
Cam Hardie
5-11520 D Breeder: Niarchos Family
Successful twice at 2m on the all-weather; has also won a hurdle Beaten 5l behind Savrola at 16-1 when 11th of 19 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 2m last month. Official BHA Rating 73 SP: 18-1
6
The Crafty Mole
B g Study of Man (IRE) - Albizzia
Owner: Always Smiling & Partner
(GB) (41) 4 9-2 (58.1)
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Daniel Tudhope
130-020 Breeder: Miss K. Rausing
Winner of five races at 1m 6f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Beaten 11l behind Molten Sea at 4-1 when last of 8 on his latest outing at Nottingham over 1m 6f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 73 SP:
7 Letsbefrank (IRE) (14)
B g Frankel - Miss Polaris
Owner: J S Morrison & Ms Carol Morrison
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Paul Mulrennan
004000 Breeder: Newtown Anner Stud
He has won three times from 1m 3f to 2m 1f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Beaten 5l behind Savrola at 28-1 when 10th of 19 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 2m
B m Make Believe - Russian Rave Jockey: Rob Hornby
Owner: Fillies First
Trainer: Jonathan Portman, Upper Lambourn Form: 15-5251 D Breeder: John O’Connor
9
Terrorise (GB) (27)
4 9-0 (57.2) (4)
B g Territories (IRE) - Timely Words Jockey: Ben Robinson
Owner: Mr A Barnes & Partner
Trainer: Brian Ellison, Malton
Form: 54040-5
Breeder: The Pocock Family
A winner at 1m 2f on good to soft ground; has also won a hurdle in May. Finished 2l behind Spanish Hustle when fifth of 14 at 13-2 on his latest outing at Hamilton over 1m 3f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 71 SP: 8-1
10
Simiyann (IRE) (14)
B g Australia - Simiyna (IRE)
Owner: Mr Martin John Hall
5 8-13 (56.7) (9)
Jockey: Clifford Lee
Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch Form: 0-00104 D
Breeder: His Highness the Aga Khan’s Studs S.C.
He has won three times from 1m 6f to 2m on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Finished 6l behind Tailorman when fourth of 8 at 16-1 on his latest outing at Chester over 2m (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 70 SP: 18-1
11
Marbuzet (GB) (14)
B g Farhh - Estournel
Owner: Mr Patrick Milmo & Partner
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
8-13 (56.7) (11)
Jockey: Joanna Mason
Form: 40-2122 D Breeder: Patrick Milmo
Winner of six races from 1m 4f to 2m on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Beaten 1 1/4l by Tailorman when second of 8 at 7-1 on his latest outing at Chester over 2m (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 70 SP: 8-1
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11...........................................................................................(EXACTA)
Blinkers worn by No 11. Visor worn by No 3, 6. Tongue Strap worn by No 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5, 8, 10 STEWARDS NOTE
CURRAN: Following its run on 28/6/2025 it was reported that the horse suffered accidental interference.
THE CRAFTY MOLE: Following its run on 1/6/2025 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run. LETSBEFRANK: Following its run on 28/6/2025 it was reported that the horse was slowly away PROBABLE S.P.’S
9-2 Gibside (GB), 13-2 Curran (IRE), 8-1 Rock N Roll Pinkie (GB), Terrorise (GB), Marbuzet (GB), 9-1 Russian Rumour (IRE), 11-1 The Crafty Mole (GB), 12-1 Letsbefrank (IRE), 16-1 Churchella (IRE), 18-1 Weddell Sea (IRE), Simiyann (IRE)
RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION
1st £12885
3rd £3022
2nd £6042.
4th £1510 TIME DISTANCES
SIXTH RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Sam Evans, Customer Development Director
John Smith’s have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race
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Ronan Keating
The John Smith’s Sprint Stakes
Six Furlongs (1,200 metres)
See page 78 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 6f
Race Type:
Prize Money: £25,000
Age: 4+
Stalls: Centre
Why not, a farewell handicap, this time for horses rated between 61 and 80 The shorter distance of only six furlongs usually makes for a tight finish.
So, pit your wits against the handicapper – struggling?- it might be time to try your favourite colours.
If you finish the day as winner, congratulations, why not come back and try to win some more on Friday evening 25th July
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: RAY VONN
Trainer: B F Brookhouse
Jockey: Hector Crouch
Age/Weight: 4-9-1
Runners: 18 SP: 11/1
Hector Crouch produced a fine ride in our final contest aboard Ray Vonn. The son of Galileo Gold sat towards the rear before being produced for a wining challenge inside the final 110 yards.
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
RaceiQ Par Time: 1m 11.01s
(Based on going description: Good to firm (good in places))
Course Record: 1m 8.23s by Mince (09-Sep-12)
All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last seven years
Leading course trainer (20-25): R Fahey (28 wins from 453 runners, 6%) runs EMPEROR’S SON and ROCK OPERA Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Camacho (7 wins from 27 runners, 26%) runs RAATEA Weightwatcher: ABERAMA GOLD won off a handicap mark of 96, his rating is now down 17lb to 79.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 10th July
KNAVESMIRE TIP
Filly One flew out of the gates and stormed clear to score by just over four lengths at Southwell. Provided the four-year-old transfers that form to turf, she ought to have a say but ABERAMA GOLD bounced back to form when making the frame at Ayr on Monday and lurks on an appealing rating. The eight-year-old has two previous C&D triumphs to his name and could be the way to go Manila Scouse and Juan Les Pins are a couple of others to consider
The John Smith’s Sprint Stakes
1 Manila Scouse (GB) (10)
B g Aclaim (IRE) - Forever Excel (IRE)
Owner: Ambrose Turnbull & John Cruces
Distance: 6f
Race Type: Handicap (61-80)
Prize Money: £25,000 Age: 4+
Stalls: Centre
st-lb (kgs)
9-12 (62.6) (11)
Jockey: Duran Fentiman
Breeder: Wayne Clifford
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Form: 0-00061 D
Winner of six races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to heavy A winner at 12-1 at Thirsk over 6f (good) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Secret Guest by 1 1/4l. Official BHA Rating 83 SP: 11-1
2
Fiscal Policy (IRE) (16)
9-9 (61.2) (4)
Ch g Profitable (IRE) - Penny’s Gift Jockey: Jason Hart
Owner: S Thompson, Mrs R Carr, G Shields
Trainer: Ruth Carr, Stillington Form: 66-1202 D Breeder: Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook
Has won eight races from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 1 1/4l by Another Abbot when second of 11 at 12-1 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 6f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 80 SP: 16-1
3
Kings Merchant (GB) (54)
(8)
B g Bated Breath - Rhossili Down Jockey: Cam Hardie
Owner: Mr G Harrison
Trainer: Philip Kirby, Richmond
215-065 D Breeder: D. J. and Mrs Deer
He has won four times from 5f to 6f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather. Finished 6l behind Mostar Dreams when fifth of 10 at 9-1 on his latest outing at Carlisle over 6f (good to firm) in May. Having his first run for a new stable today. Official BHA Rating 80 SP: 25-1
4 Filly One (IRE) (72)
Ch f Calyx - Forever’s Girl
Owner: Bond Thoroughbred Limited
9-9 (61.2) (16)
P. J. McDonald
Trainer: Geoff Oldroyd, Pocklington Form: 1/6-0541 D
Breeder: Bond Thoroughbred Limited
She has won three times at 6f on the all-weather. A winner at 10-1 at Southwell over 6f on her latest outing in May, beating Beelzebub by 4 1/2l. Official BHA Rating 80 SP: 7-1
5 Juan Les Pins (GB) (7)
B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Miss Cap Ferrat
Owner: Mr Matthew Taylor
Trainer: Michael Appleby, Oakham
8 9-9 (61.2) (6)
Jockey: Alistair Rawlinson
Form: 000065 D
Breeder: Executors of the Late Mr J.L.C. Pearce
Winner of seven 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 Finished 4 1/2l behind Expert Agent when fifth of 15 at 8-1 on his latest outing at Haydock over 6f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 80 SP: 10-1
6
Aberama Gold (GB) (5)
9-8 (60.8) (2)
B g Heeraat (IRE) - Nigella Jockey: Daniel Tudhope
Owner: Mr Evan M. Sutherland
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley Form: 405003 CD BF Breeder: Mrs J. McMahon
Has won 12 races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to heavy and on the all-weather. Third of 12 behind Binhareer beaten 3 1/2l at 10-3fav on his latest outing at Ayr over 6f (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 79 SP: 14-1
7 Raatea (GB) (261)
B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Darajaat (USA) Jockey: Kevin Stott
Owner: Edwards , Zerdin, & George Lodge Ltd
Trainer: Julie Camacho, Malton Form: 600600- D Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited
He has won four times from 6f to 1m on good to firm ground and on the all-weather, but last win was over two years ago Well beaten at 25-1 behind True Promise when last of 12 on his latest outing at Southwell over 6f in October last year. Official BHA Rating 79 SP: 66-1 8 Ingleby Archie (IRE) (14)
B g James Garfield (IRE) - Musicora
Owner: Ingleby Bloodstock Limited
Trainer: Adrian Nicholls, Sessay
9-8 (60.8) (1)
Jockey: Harrison Shaw
Form: 201103 CD
Breeder: Rathbarry Stud
He has won four times from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Third of 9 behind Another Investment beaten 4l at 6-1 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 6f (good to firm) last month. Has won at York and Beverley this season. Official BHA Rating 79 SP: 28-1
9
Mister Sox (GB) (10)
Ch g Pivotal - Crowning Glory (FR)
Owner: HuggyMac Racing & Ptnr
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
5 9-8 (60.8) (13)
Jockey: Ben Robinson
Form: 111000 D
Breeder: Car Colston Hall Stud
Winner of five races from 6f to 7f on ground varying from good to soft. Beaten 3 1/2l behind Manila Scouse at 12-1 when seventh of 13 on his latest outing at Thirsk over 6f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 79 SP: 28-1
10
Emperor’s Son (IRE) (168)
B g Kodiac - Flat White (IRE)
Owner: Richard Fahey Ebor Racing Club Ltd
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
4 9-7 (60.3) (15)
Jockey: Barry McHugh
Form: 100/00-5
Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
A winner at 5f on good to firm ground, but that win was over two years ago Finished 2l behind Paddy’s Day when fifth of 10 at 13-2 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 5f in January Official BHA Rating 78 SP: 20-1
11
Good Earth (IRE) (8)
B g Acclamation - Madhatten (IRE)
Owner: Mrs H. Lloyd-Herrington
Trainer: Michael Herrington, Willoughton
(18)
Jockey: Connor Planas (3)
Form: 0-03053 CD BF Breeder: Stall Parthenaue
Has won 13 races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather Third of 8 behind Emeralds Pride beaten 3l at 10-3fav on his latest outing at Beverley over 5f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 78 SP: 20-1
12
Frank The Spark (GB) (7)
Ch g Orientor - Annie Gee
Owner: Mr Frank Brady
5 9-7 (60.3) (9)
Jockey: Paul Mulrennan
Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow Form: 242041
Breeder: Frank Brady & Alexander Bogle
He has won four times at 5f on good to firm and good ground. A winner at 5-1 at Nottingham over 5f (good to firm) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Bona Fortuna by 2 1/4l. Official BHA Rating 78 SP: 10-1
13
Rock Opera (GB)
(7) 5 9-7 (60.3) (5)
B g Unfortunately (IRE) - Broughtons Jewel (IRE) Jockey: Warren Fentiman (5)
Owner: John Rhodes & Peter Timmins
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
Form: 024343 D Breeder: Broughton Bloodstock
He has won four times from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Third of 15 behind Expert Agent beaten 2 1/2l at 6-1 on his latest outing at Haydock over 6f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 78 SP: 16-1
14
Thankuappreciate (GB) (42)
B g Fountain of Youth (IRE) - Illusions
Owner: Miss Tracey Mann & Mr John Pinckney
(12)
Zak Wheatley (3)
Trainer: Declan Carroll, Malton Form: 161-600 D Breeder: Bearstone Stud
He has won three times from 5f to 6f on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 6l behind Ingleby Archie at 28-1 when 10th of 20 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) in May. Official BHA Rating 77 SP: 50-1
B g Cotai Glory - Suaimhneach (IRE)
Owner: Alfa Site Services Ltd
Trainer: Ivan Furtado, Wiseton
Jockey: Hollie Doyle
Form: 0101-20 D Breeder: J. S. Bolger
He has won four times at 6f on the all-weather Beaten 7l behind Grand Traverse at 10-1 when 11th of 13 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 7f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 75 SP: 33-1
Gr g Lethal Force (IRE) - Midnight Fling
Owner: Mr S. Emmet and Miss R. Emmet
Trainer: Jonathan Portman, Upper Lambourn
Jockey: Rob Hornby
Form: 0-42245 D
Breeder: Mr S. Emmet and Miss R. Emmet
He has won four times at 6f on good to firm ground. Finished 2 1/2l behind Stratocracy when fifth of 11 at 11-2 on his latest outing at Newbury over 7f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 74 SP: 20-1
17 Spirit of Applause (GB) (7)
B g Charm Spirit (IRE) - Accolade
Owner: Mr S A Heley & Partner
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
5 9-2 (58.1) (19)
Jockey: Faye McManoman
Form: 230033 D
Breeder: S Von Schilcher & Catridge Farm Stud
He has won four times from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Third of 5 behind Frank The Spark beaten 2 1/2l at 15-8 on his latest outing at Nottingham over 5f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 73 SP: 16-1
18 Iris Dancer (GB) (17)
7 9-1 (57.6) (20)
B m Kodiac - Rainbow’s Arch (IRE) Jockey: Rossa Ryan
Owner: Auld Pals
Trainer: Tristan Davidson, Carlisle Form: 004114 D
Breeder: Llety Farms
Has won ten races at 6f on ground varying from good to soft. Finished 2 3/4l behind Blufferonthebus when fourth of 9 at 5-1 on her latest outing at Carlisle over 7f (soft) last month. Has won twice at Hamilton this season. Official BHA Rating 72 SP: 40-1
19
Sugar Baby (GB) (8)
(7)
B g Monsieur Bond (IRE) - Sugar Town Jockey: Aiden Brookes (3)
Owner: Hard Held Partnership and Angus Racing
Trainer: Peter Niven, Malton Form: 501221 D Breeder: Amanda Jarratt
Winner of seven races from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 9-2 at Doncaster over 6f (good to firm) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Captain Vallo by 1 1/4l. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 70 SP: 16-1
20 Glory Hyde (IRE) (12)
(3)
B f Cotai Glory - Sea of Antiquity (IRE) Jockey: Joanna Mason
Owner: Swales & Fell
Trainer: Roger Fell, Nawton
Form: 030415 D
Breeder: Mr Derek Smullen
She has won three times from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good to soft ground. Finished 6l behind Match Play when fifth of 8 at 9-2 on her latest outing at Pontefract over 5f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 68 SP: 50-1
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS
Hood worn by No 7. Blinkers worn by No 18. Visor worn by No 6, 13. Tongue Strap worn by No 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 9, 17
STEWARDS NOTE
JUAN LES PINS: Following its run on 5/7/2025 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.
RAATEA: Following its run on 24/10/2024 it was reported that the horse lost its action.
ALFA WHITEBURD: Following its run on 28/6/2025 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the going. PROBABLE S.P.’S
7-1 Filly One (IRE), 10-1 Juan Les Pins (GB), Frank The Spark (GB), 11-1 Manila Scouse (GB), 14-1 Aberama Gold (GB), 16-1 Fiscal Policy (IRE), Rock Opera (GB), Spirit of Applause (GB), Sugar Baby (GB), 20-1 Emperor’s Son (IRE), Good Earth (IRE), Strike (GB), 25-1 Kings Merchant (GB), 28-1 Ingleby Archie (IRE), Mister Sox (GB), 33-1 Alfa Whiteburd (IRE), 40-1 Iris Dancer (GB), 50-1 Thankuappreciate (GB), Glory Hyde (IRE), 66-1 Raatea (GB)
RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION
1st £12885 2nd £6042. 3rd £3022 4th £1510 TIME DISTANCES
SEVENTH RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Stuart Fielding, Key Customer Manager.
John Smith’s have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race
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Today’s Race Conditions
FIRST RACE 2.00 - The John Smith’s Racing Handicap Stakes (Class 2)
(CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £23193 to the winning horse The second to receive £10876, the third £5440, the fourth £2718, the fifth £1359 and the sixth £679 for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 86-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107; such horses rated 85 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £225 stake if the horse is rated 86 or higher, or £45 stake if the horse is rated 85 or lower with £180 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 10th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 2lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 7lb Penalties, after July 5th, 2025, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb HEINEKEN UK has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 16 entries, 1 at £45 and 15 at £225 - Closed July 7th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £18284; Second £9144; Third £4572; Fourth £2286; Fifth £1143; Sixth £572 Penalty Value: £23193 SS For race details see page 27
SECOND RACE 2.35 - The John Smith’s City Walls Stakes (Class 1) (Listed Race) (CLASS 1) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £39697 to the winning horse The second to receive £15050, the third £7532, the fourth £3752, the fifth £1883 and the sixth £945. for three yrs old and upwards, which have not won a Group 1 Pattern race after 2024 Enter by noon, July 7th and pay £350 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 10th. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 8st 10lb; fillies 8st 5lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 9st 1lb; fillies 8st 10lb Penalties, after 2024, a winner of a Listed race 3lb Of a Group 3 race 5lb Of a Group 2 race 7lb HEINEKEN UK has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner 14 entries at £350 - Closed July 7th, 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 35
THIRD RACE 3.10 - The John Smith’s Cup Handicap Stakes (Class 2) (Heritage Handicap) (GBBPlus Race) (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £103080 to the winning horse The second to receive £48340, the third £24180, the fourth £12080, the fifth £6040 and the sixth £3020 for three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, June 3rd and pay £350 stake, Scratch by noon, June 17th or pay £400, Confirm by noon, July 7th and pay £250, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 10th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 12lb
Penalties, after June 7th, 2025, a winner of a race 5lb Of 2 races 8lb NOTE: Any horse rated above 110 shall initially be treated as having that rating and the highest weight allotted shall be 9st 12lb Subsequently, the excess over 110 in any rating shall be allotted to that horse without limitation to the highest weight to be carried.. HEINEKEN UK has generously sponsored this race and will present the winning owner with the JOHN SMITH’S CUP, a perpetual trophy, to be held for eleven months only In addition to the prize money, a memento will also be presented to the winning owner All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of JOHN SMITH’S. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code The British Horseracing Authority will amend paragraphs 28 to 32 of the Weights and Handicapping Code and the Declaration of Jockey section of the Race Entries Code in the event that raising of the weights at the 24-hour stage proves necessary This race will be restricted to 22 runners plus two reserves. The two reserves will be nominated as R23 and R24. The procedure for the allocation and operation of the reserves protocol will be as detailed in the notice headed ‘Reserves’ which has been published in The Racing Calendar and which also appears in the important notices following the Standard Conditions on the Racing Bulletin area of the BHA Racing Administration Internet site www.racingadmin.co.uk. Trainers are reminded of the provisions of paragraph 41 of the Race Entry Code which require that they must notify the Racing Calendar Office immediately when the decision has been made not to run This will maximise the list of runners and determine whether the weights will need to be raised. The British Horseracing Authority has modified the Declaration of Jockey section of the Race Entries Code and the Division of Races section of the Race Administration Code of the Rules of Racing for the purposes of this race. PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 79 entries, 5 at £350, 48 at £750, 26 at £1000 - Closed June 3rd, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £81260; Second £40640; Third £20320; Fourth £10160; Fifth £5080; Sixth £2540 Penalty Value: £103080 Weights raised 6lbs and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable SS For race details see page 43.
FOURTH RACE 3.45 - The John Smith’s Silver Cup Stakes (Class 1) (Group 3) (CLASS 1) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £48203 to the winning horse The second to receive £18275, the third £9146, the fourth £4556, the fifth £2286 and the sixth £1147. for four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, July 7th and pay £850 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 10th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st; fillies 8st 11lb Penalties, after 2024, a winner of a Group 3 race 3lb Of a Group 2 race 5lb Of a Group 1 race 7lb HEINEKEN UK has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner 9 entries at £850 - Closed July 7th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £37876; Second £15547; Third £7778; Fourth £3885; Fifth £1947; Sixth £969 Penalty Value: £48203.50 A SS For race details see page 53.
FIFTH RACE 4.15 - The John Smith’s Nursery Handicap Stakes (Class 4) (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 two yrs old only, Rated 0-78 (also open to such horses rated 79 and 80 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, July 7th and pay £125 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 10th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 9lb Penalties, after July 5th, 2025, for each race won 6lb HEINEKEN UK has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner 15 entries at £125 - Closed July 7th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £10158; Second £5080; Third £2540; Fourth £1270; Fifth £635; Sixth £318 Penalty Value: £12885 SS For race details see page 59.
SIXTH RACE 4.45 - The John Smith’s Stayers’ Handicap Stakes (Class 4) (GBBPlus Race)
(CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £12885 to the winning horse The second to receive £6042, the third £3022, the fourth £1510, the fifth £755 and the sixth £377 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 61-80 (also open to such horses rated 81 and 82; such horses rated 60 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £125 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher, or £25 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £100 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 10th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after July 5th, 2025, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb HEINEKEN UK has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner PLEASE
NOTE: The two mile start is in the home straight. 20 entries at £125 - Closed July 7th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £10158; Second £5080; Third £2540; Fourth £1270; Fifth £635; Sixth £318 Penalty Value: £12885 SS For race details see page 67
SEVENTH RACE 5.25 - The John Smith’s Sprint Handicap Stakes (Class 4) (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £12885 to the winning horse The second to receive £6042, the third £3022, the fourth £1510, the fifth £755 and the sixth £377 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 61-80 (also open to such horses rated 81 and 82; such horses rated 60 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £125 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher, or £25 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £100 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 10th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after July 5th, 2025, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb HEINEKEN UK has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner 26 entries at £125 - Closed July 7th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £10158; Second £5080; Third £2540; Fourth £1270; Fifth £635; Sixth £318 Penalty Value: £12885 3 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.
Dress Standards
Most racegoers like to make racing at York a special occasion and choose to dress accordingly. Given the forecast, Gentlemen (and those identifying as such) in the County Stand are required to wear a collared shirt and tie, a jacket is not required today. 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
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.
If you have any comments, please email to feedback@yorkracecourse.co.uk
Please could we request that a special effort is made to respect our neighbours, with particular regard to noise in the surrounding streets. Please use the toilets on exit or as provided on the walking route to the city.
We hope to see you back on the evening of Friday 25th July for EBF Lyric Stakes and live music from both Sophie Ellis-Bextor and Natasha Bedingfield or Saturday 26th for the G2 Sky Bet York Stakes and Ronan Keating.
