It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to Music Showcase Saturday, an event that combines top class racing with a concert by Ronan Keating.
This is also the finale of The Sky Bet Go Racing in Yorkshire Summer Festival, firmly established thanks to the generous backing of sponsors, Sky Bet and Goldsborough Hall. The charity for this festival is Racing Welfare, the jockeys have been taking the “Paddock & Chips” challenge, with their shooting accuracy rewarding this cause, give them a cheer in the Paddock at 12.30pm
In Yorkshire we have nine racecourses, over 100 training yards, the National Racing College, Jack Berry House and Goffs Bloodstock Sales, we are proud to be a part of such a successful sport and industry in the County.
The generous support of today’s sponsor has helped offer record prize money approaching £400,000 headed by the Group Two Sky Bet York Stakes. The boost in prize money reflects the global significance of the action as the two feature races are available on the World Pool platform offered by the Hong Kong Jockey Club Run over a mile and a quarter, racing fans will remember Twice Over winning both this race and the Group One Juddmonte International. You can see by the York logo next to their name that Almaqam and Stanhope Gardens are already eyeing a similar summer, with connections of the others knowing they could supplement to join the showpiece. The field is headed by four-year-old, Almaqam, last seen winning the Brigadier Gerard Stakes, proving it is a clash of the generations he faces three-year-olds such as Stanhope Gardens, fifth in the Derby at Epsom. What price the oldest ever victor in nine-year-old Certain Lad? - around 18/1 with the sponsors!
The £100,000 Sky Bet Dash has attracted a maximum field- topped by Elmonjed, trained by Yorkshireman-in-exile William Haggas having won the equally valuable Constantine Handicap at the Sky Bet Ebor Festival 2024.
The fourth race is unique as the jump jockeys, used to three miles plus around Cheltenham get their chance to exit from the stalls to face the shortest distance possible, just five furlongs. Twenty of them will test this new skill including Joe Williamson aboard Soul Seeker- first and second in this race for the last two years. York record holder, Copper Knight, is to be ridden by Jamie Hamilton, trying to land his 8th victory on the Knavesmire at the thirty-third time of asking.
If you are a first-time visitor today, please do explore the racecourse - use the maps on p4-5 & p6-7 to guide you.
Thank you for your support today and during the wider Sky Bet Go Racing in Yorkshire Summer Festival. We go up a further gear in staging our flagship meeting, the Sky Bet Ebor Festival (20-23 August) where some of the best horses look set to compete over four days of top-class racing, fashion and fun - we hope to welcome you back.
Please respect our neighbours and city as you make your way home this evening, but for now, I hope you thoroughly enjoy your visit.
William Derby, Chief Executive and Clerk of the Course
Music Showcase Saturday
PROGRAMME OF EVENTS
11:00am - 1:00pm Rugby Union: British & Irish Lions Selected Televisions on Stands
11:45am Tour of the Weighing Room & Equine facilities Weighing Room Entrance
12:30pm Paddock & Chips Charity Football Challenge Parade Ring
12:45pm Punters Panel Winners Enclosure
13:40pm - Close Test Cricket: England vs India Selected Televisions on Stands Side
York Racecourse would like to thank our sponsor for their support this afternoon.
3.20pm The Sky Bet “Jump Jockeys’ Nunthorpe” (To be ridden by Professional Jump Jockeys) - 5f
Pages 55-58
3.50pm The Sky Bet, For The Fans Stakes (Handicap, GBBPlus Race) - 1m
Pages 61-63
4.25pm The Sky Bet Go-Racing-In-Yorkshire Summer Festival Stakes (Handicap) - 1m
Pages 67-70
5.00pm The Sky Bet Extra Places Every Day Stakes (Handicap) - 7f
Pages 73-76
Thanks to the Go Racing in Yorkshire Summer Festival sponsors
All races covered by Races 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 deal" & Picnic Platters.
EBOR STAND
4 bars & 2 buffets spread over Ground, floors. Try Eat Between Our Races, which ground floor serving sandwiches & scrumm the collection point for the County Stand
ECLIPSE RESTAURANT (5TH
An informal hot food option and home advanced book packages.
THE DANTE SUITE (2ND FLOOR)
Has seating, a full bar and great view of bo
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
OURT hot/cold offee
PREMIERRACINGLOUNGE
A reserved lounge with allocated seats. limited upgrades from £52
GIMCRACK RESTAURANT
(1st Floor)
Main County Stand dining room, luxury three-course meal for £41.50 Afternoon Tea for £19.95
HOL FREE VIEWING
ound, First & Fifth which is on the scrummy cakes. Also Stand picnic platters.
(5TH FLOOR)
home to our popular
both track & stage
EDWARDIAN
WEIGHING ROOM
Heritage over a craft ale Wine & Cheese Bar, platters of local cheeses & charcuterie accompanied by a choice of 14 wines.
PRINCESS MARY SEAFOOD BAR
Enjoy a sustaining seafood or salad perhaps accompanied by a glass of chilled Lanson Champagne.
MELROSE CLUB LOUNGE
Great views of racing, Yorkshire, fresh club sandwiches, and an account bar. 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
& PADDOCK
CLOCKTOWER ENCLOSURE
RACING AREA
SEAFOOD OPTION CHILDREN ESPECIALLY WELCOME
MEAL DEAL LOCATION MD
many products locally, (e.g. The East Coast for fish, The biodegradable and that we recycle 10 tonnes of glass on a pre-booking although many are popular at busy times so improving.
Grandstand & Paddock
York Kitchen & Café offers a range of hot meals, including deep-filled Yorkshire puddings, homemade pies, vegetarian option, as well as sandwiches and the new Curry Club. This is also the Collection Point for Grandstand & Paddock Picnic Platters.
The Guinness Bar with its giant outdoor screen. Alongside the black stuff, 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 stays out, or just as a treat, try our locally produced luxury ice creams.
The Bustardthorpe End brings more options including a Chicken griddle.
Clocktower Enclosure
Has a range of units selling hot and cold items, sweets and ice cream.
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
Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai is proud to be supporting two Group 2 features - the Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai Middleton Stakes and the Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai Dante Stakes – races which continue to form an integral part of our partnership with York Racecourse and our wider international sponsorship portfolio.
This year we have extended our support to include title sponsorship of the new Al Basti Equiworld , Dubai Summer Saturday on 28th June which combines exciting Group 3 action on the track with post-racing entertainment to match, ahead of our return in August for the Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai Gimcrack Stakes in August.
Congratulations are due to York Racecourse Chairman, Bridget Guerin, and the York Racecourse Committee for their continued commitment to continually improving the quality of racing on the Knavesmire and ever increasing prize money which I am sure will prove to be a compelling proposition for owners and trainers throughout the season.
I wish them and all those involved with staging of today’s meeting horses a pleasant and successful day.
Malih L
Al Basti Owner & Founder
Full range of bets available on all UK and Irish racing
9 Far Above The Law (IRE) 9-3 10 Diligently (GB) 9-1 11 Arabian Cobra (IRE) 8-11
Race 5 3.45 5f 15y
1 Secret Mistral (GB) 10-2
2 Bang On The Bell (GB) 10-0
3 Knicks (IRE) 9-12
4 Night On Earth (IRE) 9-11
5 Aces Wild (IRE) 9-10
6 Rock N Roll Rocket (IRE) 9-8
7 Radio Star (IRE) 9-7
8 Mister McGregor (IRE) 9-5
9 Street Life (GB) 9-1
10 Jagetme (IRE) 8-10
Race 7 4.45 1m 3f 211y
1 Belcamo (GB) 9-11
2 Venezuelan (IRE) 9-9
3 Tenability (GB) 9-9
4 Criminal (GB) 9-8
5 Buxted Too (GB) 9-6
6 Kuredu King (IRE) 9-4
7 Bohemian Breeze (IRE) 9-2
8 Hackney Diamonds (GB) 8-11
Race 8 5.15 5f
1 Aramram (IRE) 9-10
2 Tropical Storm (GB) 9-9
3 Cover Up (IRE) 9-9
4 Roman Dragon (GB) 9-8
5 Vintage Clarets (GB) 9-7
6 Azure Angel (GB) 9-5
7 Toca Madera (IRE) 9-5
8 Emperor Spirit (IRE) 9-3
9 Woolhampton (IRE) 9-1
10 Glamorous Breeze (GB) 9-0
11 Mesaafi (GB) 9-0
12 King of Stars (IRE) 8-13
13 Michaela’s Boy (IRE) 8-12
14 Rhythm N Hooves (GB) 8-11
Race 6 4.20 5f 15y
1 Maharajas Express (GB) 10-0
2 Stash The Cash (IRE) 9-12
3 Dickieburd (GB) 9-11
4 Level Up (IRE) 9-11
5 Acrisius (GB) 9-9
6 Son of Wind (IRE) 9-7
7 Over Spiced (GB) 9-5
8 Mick’s Spirit (GB) 9-2
9 The Defiant (GB) 8-12
Race 7 4.55 5f 15y
1 Master of My Fate (IRE) 10-1
2 Duran (IRE) 10-0
3 Brave Nation (IRE) 9-13
4 Curious Rover (IRE) 9-11
5 Grandlad (IRE) 9-10
6 Kodiac Thriller (IRE) 9-10
7 Rosenpur (GER) 9-5
8 Ecclesiastical (GB) 9-2
9 Balon d’Or (GB) 9-2
10 Montpellier Green (IRE) 8-13
Race 8 5.30 1m 2f 70y
1 Ey Up Its The Boss (GB) 10-5
2 Due To Henry (GB) 10-2
3 Let’s Dream (GB) 10-1
4 Asteverdi (GB) 10-0
5 Narmar (IRE) 9-8
6 Meblesh (IRE) 9-6
7 Giselles Defence (IRE) 9-5
8 Flickering Halo (IRE) 9-5
9 Finn Russell (IRE) 9-2 RACES 2, 3 & 6 FROM
MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR VISIT
Gardet Origine
£46.50
Lanson Black Label NV £67.00
Lanson Rosé Label NV £75.50
PUNTERS' PANEL
For expert betting tips, check out the Punters' Panel at 12.45pm 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 11.45am today.
LIVE SPORT
BRITISH LIONS RUGBY
British & Irish Lions Rugby Union on selected televisions (11.00am - 1.00pm).
TEST CRICKET
England vs India on selected televisions on stands side (13.40pm - close).
360° SELFIE
Check out this new free service, on the stage by the Melrose Stand.
An Air conditioned full bar with seating and view of the finish and stage. (County Stand Badges required). CHAMPAGNE OF THE
DANTE SUITE
CHILDREN AT YORK RACES
Baby-Changing facilities are available in a purpose-built facility on the ground floors of both Knavesmire & Ebor stands.
We welcome children in our main restaurants, and in the Gimcrack Restaurant we offer a half price option for under 12s.
We welcome children in our main restaurants, and in the Gimcrack Restaurant we
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: £46
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 and music 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.
CHARITY FOOTBALL CHALLENGE
Paddock & Chips charity football challenge Parade Ring at 12:30pm.
SHUTTLE BUS
FREE WIFI
1. Search and select York Races - FREE
2. Click T&C’s box then log in
3. You’ll be directed to our home page featuring our partners today, then just surf away
Given the nature of any WiFi network there will be peaks of demand by both time and location - some websites will not be available.
A limited shuttle bus service to York station will collect from Knavesmire Road, at the northern end of the racecourse, it will operate whilst there are enough customers to make a bus viable, from after the last race until after the music performance. 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 during most of the music and the interval, closing at 7.00pm. 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.
ALPHABETICAL INDEX
JOCKEYS
D ALLAN
1.25 Rum Therapy (IRE) ..................................... T Easterby
3.50 Per Contra (IRE) T Easterby
5.00 U Sure Do (IRE) T Easterby D BASS
3.20 Treacherous E De Giles G BASS
2.40 Certain Lad.................................................... J Channon
5.00 Eazy On The Eye.................................................H Main C BEASLEY
2.00 Francisco’s Piece A P Keatley
3.50 Chillingham (IRE) E Bethell
5.00 Green Pursuit (IRE) A P Keatley
T BELLAMY
3.20 Match Play P Midgley H BROOKE
3.20 Mersea (FR) G Tuer J J BURKE
3.20 Bona Fortuna (IRE) M Appleby T CANNON
3.20 Smart Vision J Macey J CROWLEY
1.25 Calling A Star R Hughes
2.00 Elmonjed (IRE) W Haggas
4.25 Master Of Combat (IRE) ................................K Frost
2.00 Caburn (IRE)............................................... Clifford Lee
TOM TATE
3.20 Bayraat David Noonan
GRANT TUER
2.00 Sophia’s Starlight (FR) Sam James
3.20 Mersea (FR) Henry Brooke
4.25 Bellarchi (IRE) Oliver Stammers
4.25 Empire Of Light (IRE).........................Harrison Shaw
5.00 Chesneys Charm Oliver Stammers
ED WALKER
2.00 Arctic Thunder (IRE) Kieran Shoemark
2.40 Almaqam Kieran Shoemark
4.25 Ata Rangi (IRE) Kieran Shoemark
IAN WILLIAMS
3.50 Beylerbeyi Clifford Lee
YORK TRACKFACTS
A left-handed track which joins the straight course just under five furlongs from home. Races of seven furlongs start on a spur which joins the main circuit at a tangent after two furlongs.
Top Course Trainers
LEADING TRAINERS AT YORK (2020-2025) WITH RUNNERS:
W HAGGAS (34 wins from 219 runners, 16%) runs BERLINETTA (1.25), ELMONJED (2.00).
A BALDING (34 wins from 201 runners, 17%) runs GOLDEN REDEMPTION (5.00).
K R BURKE (29 wins from 260 runners, 11%) runs KORKER (2.00), ROYAL CHAMPION (2.40), TELE RED (4.25).
Trainers In Form
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
W HAGGAS (12 wins from 40 runners, 30%) runners listed above.
J GOLDIE (12 wins from 39 runners, 31%) runs JORDAN ELECTRICS (2.00), YAASER (4.25).
D O’MEARA (11 wins from 55 runners, 20%) runs TOYOTOMI (2.00), MOON FLIGHT (3.20), CREATIF (3.50), COSMOS RAJ (4.25).
Top Course Jockeys
LEADING JOCKEYS AT YORK (2020-2025) WITH RIDES:
ROSSA RYAN (16 wins from 120 rides, 13%) rides DARK ANGEL STAR (1.25), STANHOPE GARDENS (2.40), ALBANY (3.50), DRIFTS AWAY (4.25), FAN MAIL (5.00).
CLIFFORD LEE (15 wins from 141 rides, 11%) rides CABURN (2.00), ROYAL CHAMPION (2.40), BEYLERBEYI (3.50), MUDAMER (4.25).
JIM CROWLEY (15 wins from 107 rides, 14%) rides CALLING A STAR (1.25), ELMONJED (2.00), MASTER OF COMBAT (4.25), PEARLY SQUIRREL (5.00).
Jockeys In Form
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
SHANE FOLEY (8 wins from 50 rides, 16%) rides JUBILEE WALK (2.00), GREEN IMPACT (2.40), KILDARE LEGEND (3.50).
ROSSA RYAN (7 wins from 45 rides, 16%) rides listed above.
CLIFFORD LEE (6 wins from 37 rides, 16%) rides listed above.
Weight Watcher
The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 3.20 Moon Flight (won off 80 down 4lb to 76); Arnhem (won off 77 down 5lb to 72); Looking For Lynda (won off 84 down 6lb to 78); Mersea (won off 73 down 8lb to 65); Soul Seeker (won off 75 down 10lb to 65); Wen Moon (won off 84 down 10lb to 74); 4.25 Mr King (won off 84 down 4lb to 80); Tele Red (won off 76 down 4lb to 72); Mudamer (won off 83 down 7lb to 76); Siam Fox (won off 76 down 7lb to 69); Bellarchi (won off 93 down 15lb to 78).
Classy Tips
The following horses are running today in a race at least two grades lower than their previous race: 2.00 CABURN (down 2 grades); 5.00 EAZY ON THE EYE (down 2 grades).
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 24th July.
How to Read the Racecard
colour graphic
horse’s saddlecloth number
1 City
Of
Troy
(USA)
B c Justify (USA) - Together Forever (IRE)
A symbol here denotes the horse holds an entry at the Sky Bet Ebor Festival20th-23rd August
Baron’s Selection
horse’s name No. of days since last ran age weight
Draw
(46) 3 9-1 (57.6) (5)
Owner: Mrs John Magnier,Mr M.Tabor & Mr D.Smith
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien, Ireland
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
form guide
B = bay
Br = brown
Ch = chesnut
Gr = grey
Ro = roan
Official BHA Ratings
sex of horse
c=colt - male horse up to age 5
h=horse
g=gelding
f=filly - female horse up to age 5
m=mare
Probable SP
previous performances /=new season -=new year
C=course winner
D=distance winner
CD=course & distance winner
BF=beaten favourite
The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part usually in three races to enable the Handicappers to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability.
The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions. A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances).
The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in non-handicaps races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed. Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating.
RaceiQ Par Times
A new statistics based predictor, it is the expected win time for a specific race based on the track, distance, going, race class and conditions. Based on the going at time of printing the day before racing at 16:00, being: GOOD TO SOFT
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 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
ANTHEA LEIGH Racing Manager & Raceday Clerk of the Course
01904 620911 anthea.leigh@yorkracecourse.co.uk
GAVIN PATTISON Facilities Manager
01904 620911 gavin.pattison@yorkracecourse.co.uk
KEVIN PINNINGTON Food & Beverage Director
01904 638971 kevin.pinnington@yorkracecouse.co.uk
CHRIS WARD Head of Finance
01904 683939 chris.ward@yorkracecourse.co.uk
Medical Officers
DR ROS RODEN
DR JONATHAN BULMAN
DR BRUCE MCLAIN
DR PATRICK WYNN
DR SARAH DAVEY Veterinary Surgeons
GEMMA DRANSFIELD
POL ABRIL
BRIAN REED
Betting Ring Managers
MARK RYAN
STEPHEN RANN
CLIFF MORRISSEY Farriers
JAMES HARDY
SCOTT MACKIE Designated Safeguarding Leads
SARAH CULSHAW
ANTHEA LEIGH
A RACECOURSE FOR ALL
We want the racecourse to offer both a welcome and an enjoyable evening to all our racegoers and in delivering that we recognise that some may need additional assistance from us. We are also pleased to recognise the sunflower lanyard scheme.
The first thing to say, please just ask for help, if the team don’t have an instant answer, then they know someone who will. The team in the Racecourse Reception (behind the Ebor Stand) act as the link to the rest of the team, as needed.
FAQS
Is there accessible and blue badge parking?
Yes, I hope you found it. All our car parks have designated spaces near their front row. Can I get help with getting to/from the car park, taxi rank or shuttle buses?
Yes, there is a complimentary buggy service to all these points, ask a member of the team and they will radio to arrange your collection. Thank you for your patience as the buggies have a maximum of six passengers, and only one is wheelchair accessible and it’s a big site.
Can I bring a wheelchair?
Yes, if you need to; but we also offer complimentary hire, again from Racecourse Reception (see told you they were the hub). As we hope you’ll appreciate, there are only so many wheelchairs on site, if you need to reserve in advance then call 01904 620911. Considerately piloted mobility scooters are permitted.
Can I bring somebody to help?
Yes, we appreciate that will come in various forms, we hope our “companion comes free” scheme is a help, before your next visit check it out online at www.yorkracecourse.co.uk or just ask the team today.
Are there wheelchair viewing platforms?
Yes, in all stand side area and Stands - easiest thing to do is to ask our Stewards, though a map is available from, you guessed it, Racecourse Reception. Please use these in the spirit intended, with carers being prepared to step aside to allow space for those who need the view the most. There is a dedicated viewing space for the music.
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.
ANTE-POST:..........................
APPRENTICE:........................
Betting (usually for the most important races) days or even months before the race is due to take place.
Young jockey tied by annually renewed contract to a licensed trainer while they are learning.
BACKWARD: .........................Young horse which needs time to mature.
CLERK OF THE COURSE:...Official in charge of running the racing programme, at York it is Anthea Leigh.
CLERK OF THE SCALES:....Key in the delivery of a successful racing operation. Wayne Burnell is in charge of things today.
COLOURS:..............................The racing silks worn by the jockeys.
COLT: ......................................Male, ungelded horse, up to four years old.
CONNECTIONS:....................The owner and trainer of a racehorse
COURSE SPECIALIST: Horse which tends to run well at a particular course DAM: Mother of a horse
DISTANCE:.............................The length of a race.
DISTANCE, THE: ...................An unmarked point 240 yards from the winning post.
DRAW: ....................................Describes a horse’s position in the starting stalls, drawn two days before a flat race
EACH-WAY: A bookmaker taking each way bets will display the terms on which he/she accepts such bets on the top of his/her board. This is a bet for your selection to win or be placed.
FILLY: Female horse up to four years old.
FOAL: Horse of either sex from its birth until 1 January the following year
FORECAST: ...........................Name the first and second in the correct order
FURLONG: .............................220 yards (one eighth of a mile).
GOING: Description of the course conditions under foot.
HAND: Unit of four inches in which a horse’s height is measured at the shoulder.
JACKPOT: ..............................The Jackpot is an exciting tote bet that requires punters to pick the winners of four consecutive races.
JOLLY: Betting term for the horse with the shortest odds (the favourite).
JUDGE: ...................................Official responsible for declaring finishing order and distances between horses. Di Clark is in the hot seat this afternoon.
JUVENILE: Two-year old horse; the entire field in our 1:25pm contest.
KNAVESMIRE: The name for the piece of ground on which York Racecourse is situated.
MAIDEN:.................................Horse which has not yet won a race.
MARE: .....................................Female horse, five years and over.
OBJECTIONS: .......................Complaint by one camp against another regarding breach of rules during a race.
ODDS ON:..............................
Where a bet’s winnings are less than the stakee.g winning a £2 bet wins you £1 so you get back £3.
PACE: ......................................‘Up with the pace’ means close to the leaders.
PENALTY:...............................
Weight added to the handicap weight of a horse which has won since the weights were published.
PHOTO FINISH: Electronic photo device which determines minimal distance in a close finish.
PLACEPOT:
To win the Tote Placepot you need to pick a horse to place in the first six races
PLATE: ....................................Shoe worn by horse for racing.
SCHOOLED:...........................Trained to jump
SHORT RUNNER:
A horse that doesn’t stay the minimum distance, five furlongs on the flat or two miles over jumps.
SIRE:........................................Father of a horse.
SPREAD A PLATE: ...............When a racing plate or horseshoe becomes detached from the animal’s hoof
SP/STARTING PRICE:..........Official price of a horse at which bets are settled in the betting shops.
STEWARDS ENQUIRY:........Enquiry by panel of men and women responsible for seeing rules are adhered to into a race’s running.
TRIFECTA: The premise of a Tote Trifecta is to back the three horses who finish first, second and third in the race of your choice.
UNDER STARTERS’ ORDERS: ................................Occurs when the race is about to start.
VOICE IN THE SKY:..............The commentator, listen out for Malcolm Tomlinson this afternoon.
WEIGH OUT/WEIGH IN:.....Weighing jockey before and after race to ensure correct weight has been carried.
YEARLING: ............................Horse of either sex from 1 January to 31 December of the year following its birth.
NAME THE COMBINATION
Can you name the horse, trainer and jockey who teamed up to land last years Sky Bet York Stakes?
SAY THE SILKS
Can you name the Owners from the silks graphics? 12
Name Finder
Can you find the names of three horses that won at this meeting last year? Some letters may be repeated.
Runners & Riders
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.
The £100k ITV7 Jackpot Today EBF Fillies’
Novice Stakes
Six Furlongs (1,200 metres)
See page 78 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
A race limited to two-year-old fillies, over six furlongs.
Distance: 6f
Race Type: Novice
Prize Money: £25,000
Age: 2f
Stalls: Centre
All are registered with the European Breeders’ Fund. This means that their sire (father) is based and registered in Europe with the EBF, which is a scheme to encourage the best in bloodstock. Although all are limited in experience, a previous win has been “rewarded” with additional weight for Golden Palace.
Down to your choice of the two “ps”, pedigree or pin.
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: GREYDREAMBELIEVER
Trainer: Karl Burke
Jockey: Clifford Lee
Age/Weight: 2-9-2
Runners: 7 SP: 14/1
Impressive winner on debut, was prominent the whole trip
Responded well to being shaken up and led from 1f out. Kept on well and finished strongly
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
RaceiQ Par Time: 1m 10.20s (Based on going description: Good to Soft) Course Record: 1m 14.28s 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): W Haggas (34 wins from 219 runners, 16%) runs BERLINETTA Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W Haggas (12 wins from 40 runners, 30%) runs BERLINETTA Longest Traveller: CALLING A STAR trained by R Hughes, Upper Lambourn, 202 miles.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 24th July
KNAVESMIRE TIP
A tentative vote goes to CALLING A STAR, who showed major improvement from first to second start when fourth over C&D last time out. She is narrowly preferred to Golden Palace, who has a 6lb penalty to carry for a taking success on debut over shorter at Beverley. Berlinetta is another open to progress, while newcomer Dark Angel Star cannot be ruled out either
The £100k ITV7 Jackpot Today EBF Fillies’
Distance: 6f
Race Type: Novice
Prize Money: £25,000 Age: 2f
Stalls: Centre
Horse st-lb (kgs) Draw
1 Golden Palace (GB) (22)
Ch f Palace Pier - Rioticism (FR)
Owner: Sheikh Juma Dalmook Al Maktoum
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
9-8 (60.8) (2)
Jockey: Oisin Orr
Form: 1
Breeder: Dukes Stud & Overbury Stallions Ltd
Foaled 9 Feb. Half-sister to Ladies Church, won four times at 5f including a Group 2 race. A winner at 9-2 at Beverley over 5f (good to firm) on her latest outing earlier this month, beating Soca Star by 1/2l. Official BHA Rating - SP: 11-4
2
Berlinetta (GB) (23)
B f Pinatubo (IRE) - Marie of Lyon
Owner: Opulence Thoroughbreds
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket
9-2 (58.1) (4)
Jockey: Mirai Iwata
Form: 6
Breeder: Branton Court Stud LLP
Foaled 5 Apr Half-sister to Shadow Army, won at 5f Finished 4 1/2l behind Lope El Fuego when sixth of 9 at 3-1 on her racecourse debut at Newbury over 6f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating - SP: 10-3
3
Calling A Star (GB) (15)
Ch f Showcasing - Dundunah (USA)
Owner: A Smith, J Henwood & Star Amusements
Trainer: Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn
(7)
Jockey: Jim Crowley
Form: 04
Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud
Foaled 26 Feb. Half-sister to Durham Castle, won twice at 6f Unplaced in both starts. Finished 1 3/4l behind Bosa Nova when fourth of 6 at 8-1 on her latest outing over this course and distance (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating - SP: 4-1
4
Dark Angel Star (IRE)
(-)
B f Dark Angel (IRE) - Pastoral Girl Jockey: Rossa Ryan
Owner: Mr Jaber Abdullah Trainer: James Tate, Newmarket Form:
5 Goldie Bear (IRE) (16)
Yeomanstown Stud
(58.1) (5)
B f Kodi Bear (IRE) - Ice Haven (IRE) Jockey: Kaiya Fraser
Owner: Mrs Christie Thompson
Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield Form: 356
Breeder: Mrs O. A. Shaw
Foaled 9 Apr Yet to place in three starts. Finished 5l behind Hey Tru Blue when sixth of 13 at 33-1 on her latest outing at Doncaster over 6f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 68 SP: 10-1
6 Hellcat (GB) (84)
Ch f Mayson - Vixen (IRE)
9-2 (58.1) (8)
Jockey: Jack Nicholls (7)
Breeder: Rossenarra Bloodstock Limited
Owner: BGP Capital Trainer: Seb Spencer, Malton Form: 33
Foaled 1 Apr Dam won twice at 7f and 1m. Placed once in two starts. Third of 8 behind Under The Radar beaten 2 1/4l at 33-1 on her latest outing at Thirsk over 5f (good) in May. Official BHA Rating - SP: 8-1
7 Rum Therapy (IRE) (11)
B f Dark Angel (IRE) - Gypsy Spirit
Owner: Reality Partnerships XXI
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
9-2 (58.1) (1)
Jockey: David Allan
Form: 03
Breeder: Grangemore Stud & Cavalier Bloodstock
Foaled 2 Mar Dam won three times at 5f and 1m. Unplaced in both starts. Third of 5 behind Pearl Fortune beaten 7l at 20-1 on her latest outing at Beverley over 5f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating - SP: 14-1
8 Shes Got The Blues (IRE) (22)
9-2 (58.1) (6)
B f Space Blues (IRE) - Valtina (IRE) Jockey: Cam Hardie
Owner: P. D. Smith Holdings Ltd
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton Form: 0
Breeder: Fortescue Bloodstock
Foaled 14 Apr Half-sister to Emaraty Hero, won twice at 1m 4f Beaten 6l behind Golden Palace at 33-1 when seventh of 8 on her racecourse debut at Beverley over 5f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating - SP: 14-1
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 8. (EXACTA)
STEWARDS NOTE
BERLINETTA: Following its run on 3/7/2025 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed under pressure.
GOLDIE BEAR: Following its run on 10/7/2025 it was reported that the horse jumped awkwardly from the stalls.
PROBABLE S.P.’S
11-4 Golden Palace (GB), 10-3 Berlinetta (GB), 4-1 Calling A Star (GB), 13-2 Dark Angel Star (IRE), 8-1 Hellcat (GB), 10-1 Goldie Bear (IRE), 14-1 Rum Therapy (IRE), Shes Got The Blues (IRE)
RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION
FIRST RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Michael Shinners, Head of Sports PR
Sky Bet have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race and £100 to the groom responsible for the winning horse
GBB NOTICE
The Great British Bonus (GBB) incentivises and rewards with breeding, buying and racing of British-bred fillies by paying out bonuses of up to £100,000 per filly. And now with GBBPlus to further incentivise staying fillies and chasing mares, there are more reasons than ever to breed, buy and race British Majority funded by the HBLB.
DISH
OF THE
DAY
Fresh cooked fish’n’chips, available at the Roberto Pavilion (south of the big Knavesmire Stand) - and yes, there is a choice of mushy peas or curry sauce.
Six Furlongs (1,200 metres) 1.40
The Sodexo Live! Princess Margaret Stakes
(Group 3)
1 Amberia (IRE) (30)
B f Coulsty (IRE) - Sapporo (IRE) (Distorted Humor (USA))
Owner: Eclipse Thoroughbred Partners
Trainer: David Loughnane, Tern Hill
Distance: 6f
Race Type: Group Three
Prize Money: £70,000
Jockey: Daniel Tudhope
14
Newlands House Stud
Foaled 5 Apr Half-sister to Chestnutter, won twice at 7f A winner at 7f on good to firm ground. Finished 1/2l behind Argentine Tango when fourth of 8 at 5-1 on her latest outing at Newmarket over 6f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA
2 Arugam Bay (IRE) (24)
B f Soldier’s Call - Time Stands Still (Dandy Man (IRE)) Jockey: Jamie Spencer
Owner: M. D. Roe
Trainer: Eddie & Patrick Harty, Ireland
5211 D Breeder: M. Roe
Foaled 5 May. Successful at 5f and 6f on good and good - yielding ground. A winner at 13-2 at Tipperary over 5f (good) on her latest outing earlier this month, beating First Approach by 1 3/4l. Official BHA Rating - SP: 16-1
3
Bella Lyra (GER) (30) 9-2 (58.1) (7)
B f Oasis Dream - Baden Baden (GER) (Sea The Moon (GER))
Owner: Jastar Capital Limited
Trainer: Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn
Ryan Moore
Gestut Gorlsdorf
Foaled 9 Mar A winner at 6f on good ground. Third of 8 behind Argentine Tango beaten 1/2l at 6-4fav on her latest outing at Newmarket over 6f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 92 SP: 16-1
4 Dance To The Music (GB)
Ch f Dubawi (IRE) - Miss Lucifer (FR) (Noverre (USA))
(70) 9-2 (58.1) (2)
Non Runner Owner: Godolphin Trainer: Charlie Appleby, Newmarket
1 D Breeder: Godolphin
Foaled 27 Apr Full sister to Space Blues, won 11 times between 6f and 1m including three Group 1 races. A winner at 2-1 at Newmarket over 6f (good to firm) on her latest outing in May, beating Eskimo Pie by 1l. Official BHA Rating - SP: 3-1
5 Daneh of Dandy (IRE) (19)
(58.1) (6)
B f Dandy Man (IRE) - Berlinga (Frankel) Jockey: Billy Loughnane
Owner: Mr Jaber Abdullah
Trainer: James Tate, Newmarket Form: 1 D Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
Foaled 8 Feb. Dam unraced. A winner at 13-2 at Ripon over 6f (good) on her latest outing earlier this month, beating Just A Girl by 1 1/2l. Official BHA Rating - SP: 25-1
6 Eskimo Pie (IRE) (38)
B f Kodi Bear (IRE) - Sussex Garden (IRE) (Acclamation)
Owner: Jane Chapple-Hyam & Gordon Li
Trainer: Jane Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket
(58.1) (1)
Jockey: Mickael Barzalona
Form: 230
Breeder: Rathbarry Stud
Foaled 5 Feb. Placed once in three starts. Beaten 3 1/2l behind True Love at 125-1 when seventh of 23 on her latest outing here over 5f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 92 SP: 20-1
7 Fitzella (GB) (36) 9-2 (58.1) (5)
B f Too Darn Hot - Shamandar (FR) (Exceed And Excel (AUS))
Owner: Mr D. R. Passant & Hefin Williams
Trainer: Hugo Palmer, Malpas
Jockey: Oisin Murphy
Form: 214 D
Breeder: Parks Farm Stud
Foaled 20 Mar A winner at 6f on good to firm ground. Finished 3l behind Venetian Sun when fourth of 17 at 4-1 on her latest outing over this course and distance (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 96 SP: 10-1
8 Flowerhead (IRE) (38)
B f Starman - Tuileries Garden (IRE) (Champs Elysees)
Owner: Amo Racing Limited
Jockey: David Egan
Trainer: Charlie Clover, Newmarket Form: 212 Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
Foaled 19 Feb. A winner at 5f on good to soft ground. Beaten 1 1/4l by True Love when second of 23 at 100-1 on her latest outing here over 5f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 99 SP: 7-1
9 Midnight Tango (GB) (30)
B f Night of Thunder (IRE) - Nina Bailarina (Lope de Vega (IRE))
Owner: Brightwalton Bloodstock Ltd
Trainer: Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn
9-2 (58.1) (3)
Jockey: Tom Marquand
Form: 412 D
Breeder: Brightwalton Bloodstock Ltd
Foaled 17 Jan. A winner at 6f on good ground. Beaten a head by Argentine Tango when second of 8 at 5-1 on her latest outing at Newmarket over 6f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 93
10 Staya (GB) (22)
Gr f Havana Grey - Greach (IRE) (Gregorian (IRE))
Owner: KHK Racing
Trainer: George Scott, Newmarket
Jockey: James Doyle
Form: 151
Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud
Foaled 13 Apr Successful twice at 5f on good to firm and good ground. Won on her latest outing when 5-4fav at Sandown over 5f (good) earlier this month, beating Military Code by a head. Has also won at Yarmouth this season. Official BHA Rating 97 SP: 5-1
11 Sukanya (GB) (32)
B f Havana Grey - Shiba (FR) (Rail Link)
Owner: Opulence Thoroughbreds & Partner III
Trainer: Jack Channon, West Ilsley
(58.1) (11)
Jockey: David Probert
Form: 1 D
Breeder: Corps Commerce Ltd
Foaled 22 Feb. Full sister to Patsy Snugfit, won twice at 1m 2f A winner at 16-1 at Newbury over 6f (good to firm) on her latest outing last month, beating Country Artiste by 1l. Official BHA Rating - SP: 22-1
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11...........................................................................................(EXACTA)
PROBABLE S.P.’S
3-1 Dance To The Music (GB), 5-1 Staya (GB), 7-1 Flowerhead (IRE), 10-1 Fitzella (GB), Midnight Tango (GB), 16-1 Amberia (IRE), Arugam Bay (IRE), Bella Lyra (GER), 20-1 Eskimo Pie (IRE), 22-1 Sukanya (GB), 25-1 Daneh of Dandy (IRE)
1. Amberia, 2. Arugam Bay, 4. Dance To The Music, 5. Daneh Of Dandy, 8. Flowerhead, 9. Midnight Tango, 10. Staya & 11. Sukanya all hold an entry in the Group Two Sky Bet Lowther Stakes at the Sky Bet Ebor Festival on Thursday 21st August for which supplementary entries can be received by noon on Friday 15th August for a stake of £20,000.
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 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 will go in search of a third Group One after victories in the British and Irish Oaks. 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. Her run in the King George this weekend may be informative.
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 Curragh Group Two winner, 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 impressive Newbury winner 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 recent John Smith’s Silver Cup winner 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.
Cars
The Sky Bet Dash
Rage Of Bamby - Winner Of Last Year’s Race
2nd Race 2.00
The Sky Bet Dash
Six Furlongs (1,200 metres)
See page 78 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 6f
Race Type:
Rating: 0-105
Prize Money: £100,000
Age: 3+
Stalls: Centre
A handicap by conditions but valuable enough for high class horses that may also perform well at the higher level of races.
This time for 3yo+ horses, rated up to 105 (as for the Test cricketers, a century denotes class). The shorter distance of only six furlongs usually makes for a tight finish.
The Punters Panel at 12.45pm might offer some clues.
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: RAGE OF BAMBY
Trainer: Eve Johnson Houghton
Jockey: Charles Bishop
Age/Weight: 4-9-8
Runners: 14 SP: 14/1
Relished the fast ground and won decisively Took the lead 1f out and ran on clear despite hanging left towards the finish.
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
RaceiQ Par Time: 1m 12.55s (Based on going description: Good to Soft) 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): W Haggas (34 wins from 219 runners, 16%) runs ELMONJED Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W Haggas (12 wins from 40 runners, 30%) runs ELMONJED
Fancy That: D O’Meara won this race in 2020 and 2023. The stable runs TOYOTOMI today.
Longest Traveller: JORDAN ELECTRICS trained by J Goldie, Glasgow, 219 miles.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 24th July
KNAVESMIRE TIP
An eyecatcher when narrowly denied at Newcastle on his first run in 311 days, POCKLINGTON is entitled to improve plenty for that effort and the son of Blue Point can strike for the first time on turf Alzahir had course winner Jubilee Walk (third) behind when scoring at Chester last month and the latter is taken to overturn that form with an 11lb pull at the weights. Aleezdancer and Elmonjed cannot be ruled out either
JUBILEE WALK
POCKLINGTON
2nd Race 2.00
Distance: 6f
Race Type: Handicap (0-105)
Prize Money: £100,000
Age: 3+
Stalls: Centre
1
Toyotomi (FR) (20)
B c Blue Point (IRE) - Tribune (FR)
Owner: Jinky Farms
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
4 9-12 (62.6) (13)
Form: 061244
Breeder: Ecurie Des Monceaux
He has won four times from 5f to 1m on ground varying from good to soft to heavy Finished 3 1/2l behind Beauvatier when fourth of 8 at 7-1 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Singapore Pools Prix de Ris-Orangis at Deauville over 6f (soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 103 SP: 8-1
2
Jordan Electrics (GB) (308)
B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Ruby Slippers
Owner: BJordan,BrianJordan,SJordan&NMcConnell
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
9 9-11 (62.1) (14)
Form: 111025- D
Breeder: T. J. Cooper
Has won 16 races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Finished 4l behind Lethal Levi when fifth of 25 at 16-1 on his latest outing at Ayr over 6f (good to firm) in September last year Official BHA Rating 102 SP: 25-1
3 Alzahir (FR) (14)
Ch g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Cup Cake (IRE)
Owner: James Paul Services To Industry Ltd
Trainer: Jennie Candlish, Leek
5 9-10 (61.7) (6)
Form: 054111 D
Breeder: Al Wasmiya Stud
Has won eight races from 5f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to heavy and on the all-weather A winner at 20-1 at Ascot over 5f (good to firm) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Reigning Profit by a neck. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 101 SP: 10-1
4
Korker (IRE) (35)
B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Adaptation
Owner: Fine Claret Racing,Mrs Burke & Mr C Wood
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
6 9-10 (61.7) (18)
Form: 0-00330 C
Breeder: Ballyhane Stud Ltd
Winner of six races at 5f on ground varying from good to firm to heavy Beaten 3 1/2l behind Get It at 40-1 when eighth of 28 on his latest outing at Ascot over 6f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 101 SP: 16-1
5 Elmonjed (IRE) (26)
B g Blue Point (IRE) - Naafer
Owner: Shadwell Estate Company Ltd
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket
4 9-6 (59.9) (10)
Form: 311-442 CD BF
Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited
He has won four times at 6f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 1l by Grand Karat when second of 7 at 7-4fav on his latest outing at Windsor over 6f (good to firm) last month. He is wearing a tongue-tie for the first time Official BHA Rating 97 SP: 5-1
6
Pocklington (GB)
B c Blue Point (IRE) - Ladies Are Forever
Owner: Bond Thoroughbred Limited
Trainer: Geoff Oldroyd, Pocklington
(28) 4 9-4 (59.0) (7)
Form: 11500-2 D
Breeder: Bond Thoroughbred Limited
Successful twice at 6f on the all-weather Beaten a short head by Fivethousandtoone when second of 13 at 5-2 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 6f last month. Official BHA Rating 95 SP: 11-2
7 Sophia’s Starlight (FR) (90)
B m Hunter’s Light (IRE) - Endeavor (FR)
Owner: Nick Bradley Racing 19
Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton
5 9-4 (59.0) (16)
Form: 0114-00 D
Breeder: P. Chedeville
Winner of seven races from 6f to 7f on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather Beaten 19l behind Prince Of Pillo at 28-1 when last of 13 on her latest outing at Southwell over 6f in April. Official BHA Rating 95 SP: 33-1
8 Indian Run (IRE) (26)
Br g Sioux Nation (USA) - Just Wondering (IRE)
Owner: Martin Hughes & Michael Kerr-Dineen
Trainer: Julie Camacho, Malton
4 9-3 (58.5) (12)
Form: 00-0634 C D
Breeder: Ciaran McGrath
Successful at 6f and 7f on good to firm and good ground. Finished 4l behind Grand Karat when fourth of 7 at 11-2 on his latest outing at Windsor over 6f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 94 SP: 20-1
David Nolan Prahlad Singh
Lauren Young (7) Jennifer Burns
Oisin Orr
Jack Nicholls (7) Kieran Kourdache
Jim Crowley Budha Singh
P. J. McDonald
Sam James
Ryan Sexton
9 Sergeant Wilko (IRE) (28)
B g Bungle Inthejungle - Lady Spangles (IRE)
Owner: King Power Racing Co Ltd
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton
4 9-3 (58.5) (22)
Form: 05-0445 D
Breeder: Rathasker Stud
Winner of five races from 5f to 6f on good to soft and soft ground and on the all-weather Finished 2 1/4l behind Fivethousandtoone when fifth of 13 at 6-1 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 6f last month.
Official BHA Rating 94 SP: 20-1
10
Strike Red (IRE) (8)
B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Capulet Monteque (IRE)
Owner: Mr Peter Timmins
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
7 9-2 (58.1) (20)
Form: 625605 CD
Breeder: Yeomanstown Stud
Has won eight races at 6f on ground varying from good to soft and on the all-weather Finished 2 1/4l behind Nariko when fifth of 14 at 10-1 on his latest outing at Hamilton over 6f (good) earlier this month.
Official BHA Rating 93 SP: 10-1
11
Jubilee Walk (GB) (28)
B g Study of Man (IRE) - Starlit Sands
Owner: China Horse Club International Limited
Trainer: James Ferguson, Newmarket
4 9-1 (57.6) (5)
Form: 106-003 C D BF
Breeder: Miss K. Rausing
He has won three times from 5f to 6f on good ground and on the all-weather Third of 9 behind Alzahir beaten 3 1/2l at 10-3jt-fav on his latest outing at Chester over 6f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 92 SP: 7-1
12
Aleezdancer (IRE) (18)
B g Fast Company (IRE) - Clifton Dancer
Owner: Jack Berry and John Matthews
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton
6 9-0 (57.2) (2)
Form: 000-001 CD
Breeder: Rathasker Stud
Winner of seven races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to soft. A winner at 11-1 at Pontefract over 6f (good) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Badri by 1l. Official BHA Rating 91 SP: 12-1
13
Francisco’s Piece (GB) (50)
B c Mayson - Josefa Goya
Owner: Keatley Racing OG, Finneran & Allen
Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton
3 9-0 (57.2) (17)
Form: 02234-0
Breeder: Lord Margadale
Successful twice at 5f on good to soft and soft ground. Beaten 9l behind Formal at 33-1 when last of 8 on his latest outing at Epsom over 7f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 96 SP: 33-1
14
Caburn (IRE) (35)
Gr c Twilight Son - Tigrilla (IRE)
Owner: Antram, Pemberton, Lancaster & Harrod
Trainer: James Tate, Newmarket
3 8-12 (56.2) (15)
Form: 1150-60 D
Breeder: Newstead Breeding
Successful at 5f and 6f on good to firm ground. Beaten 13l behind Noble Champion at 66-1 when 11th of 15 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Jersey Stakes at Ascot over 7f (good to firm) last month. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Jack Jones. Official BHA Rating 94 SP: 20-1
15
Jungle Drums (IRE) (13)
B g Bungle Inthejungle - Ayr Missile
Owner: Jim and Claire Ltd and Jon & Kay Collins
Trainer: Jamie Osborne, Upper Lambourn
3 8-12 (56.2) (1)
Form: 101-060 CD
Breeder: Newlands House Stud & Mrs A.M.Burns
He has won three times from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to soft Beaten 8l behind Against The Wind at 28-1 when eighth of 11 on his latest outing at Southwell over 5f earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 94 SP: 50-1
16
Arctic Thunder (IRE) (28)
B g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Al Kirana (IRE)
Owner: Chris & David Stam
Trainer: Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn
4 8-12 (56.2) (21)
Form: 000-P20
Breeder: Pier House Stud
Successful twice at 7f on good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 3 1/2l behind Fivethousandtoone at 10-1 when 9th of 13 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 6f last month. Official BHA Rating 89 SP: 12-1
Kieran Shoemark
Tom Eaves Abdul Mutalib
Billy Garritty Shani Carr
Shane Foley
Kevin Stott Bailey Cook
Connor Beasley Emma Dwan
Clifford Lee Noor Mudassir
Callum Shepherd Jez Dance
17
Rousing Encore (IRE) (18)
B g Acclamation - Jolie Chanson (FR)
Owner: Mr Paul K. Spencer
Trainer: Ruth Carr, Stillington
5 8-10 (55.3) (4)
Form: 5-56144 CD
Breeder: Hunting Hill Stud
Winner of five races from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Finished 2 3/4l behind Aleezdancer when fourth of 8 at 7-2 on his latest outing at Pontefract over 6f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 87 SP: 16-1
18
King’s Call (IRE) (36)
B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Play Mate
Owner: Mr Michael Marsh
Trainer: Seb Spencer, Malton
3 8-9 (54.9) (8)
Form: 6-40000 D
Breeder: Ballyhane
A winner at 6f on good ground. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Adrestia at 100-1 when eighth of 24 on his latest outing at Ascot over 5f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 91 SP: 16-1
19
Almarada Prince (IRE) (70)
Ch g Prince of Lir (IRE) - Almarada (FR)
Owner: Alfa Site Services Ltd
Trainer: Ivan Furtado, Wiseton
8-7 (54.0) (19)
Form: 0310-00 D
Breeder: Con Marnane
He has won four times from 5f to 6f on good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 7l behind Twilight Romance at 12-1 when last of 7 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 6f (good to firm) in May. Official BHA Rating 84 SP: 50-1
20 Orne (IRE) (15)
B g Acclamation - Pellucid
Owner: Mrs C. Brittain
Trainer: Antony Brittain, Warthill
4 8-7 (54.0) (9)
Form: 060060
Breeder: Rathbarry Stud
Successful twice at 7f on heavy ground and on the all-weather Beaten 10l behind Obelix at 66-1 when 14th of 15 on his latest outing here over 7f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 84 SP: 50-1
21 Brooklyn Nine Nine (IRE) (2)
B g No Nay Never (USA) - Mamba Noire (FR)
Owner: R. A. Fahey and Partner
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
5 8-4 (52.6) (11)
Form: 006210 D
Breeder: Powerstown Stud Ltd
He has won three times from 5f to 6f on good ground and on the all-weather Well beaten at 6-1 behind Solar Aclaim when last of 13 on his latest outing at Yarmouth over 5f (soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 81 SP: 25-1
22 Rock Opera (GB) (14)
B g Unfortunately (IRE) - Broughtons Jewel (IRE)
Owner: John Rhodes & Peter Timmins
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
5 8-2 (51.7) (3)
Form: 243430 D
Breeder: Broughton Bloodstock
He has won four times from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 2l behind Aberama Gold at 6-1 when seventh of 18 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 77 SP: 25-1
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 22
Tongue Strap worn first time by No 5. Blinkers worn by No 12. Visor worn by No 22. Tongue Strap worn by No 3, 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 9, 13. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 8.
STEWARDS NOTE: KORKER: Following its run on 21/6/2025 it was reported that the horse was slow to leave the stalls.
ARCTIC THUNDER: Following its run on 28/6/2025 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.
ALMARADA PRINCE: Following its run on 17/5/2025 it was reported that the horse was slowly away PROBABLE S.P.’S
5-1 Elmonjed (IRE), 11-2 Pocklington (GB), 7-1 Jubilee Walk (GB), 8-1 Toyotomi (FR), 10-1 Alzahir (FR), Strike Red (IRE), 12-1 Aleezdancer (IRE), Arctic Thunder (IRE), 16-1 Korker (IRE), Rousing Encore (IRE), King’s Call (IRE), 20-1 Indian Run (IRE), Sergeant Wilko (IRE), Caburn (IRE), 25-1 Jordan Electrics (GB), Brooklyn Nine Nine (IRE), Rock Opera (GB), 33-1 Sophia’s Starlight (FR), Francisco’s Piece (GB), 50-1 Jungle Drums (IRE), Almarada Prince (IRE), Orne (IRE)
RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION
James Sullivan Emelia Abbishaw
Cian Horgan (5) Carolyn Bales
Pierre-Louis Jamin
Cam Hardie Lila Storey
Ethan Tindall (7) Shannon Baines
Kieran O’Neill Jalam Singh
2.20
The Longines Valiant Stakes (Group 3)
Old Mile (1,500 metres)
1 Cheshire Dancer (IRE) (18)
Distance: 7f 213y
Race Type: Group Three
Prize Money: £85000
9-5 (59.4) (11)
Gr f Phoenix of Spain (IRE) - Kristal Xenia (IRE) (Xaar) Jockey: Billy Loughnane
Owner: Manor House Stables Syndicate
Trainer: Hugo Palmer, Malpas Form: 26-0132 D Breeder: Ciara Eglington
She has won three times from 7f to 1m on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 3 1/2l by Royal Dress when second of 10 at 10-1 on her latest outing at Pontefract over 1m (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating
2 Jancis (IRE) (28)
9-5 (59.4) (10)
Ch f Tamayuz - Blame The Ruler (IRE) (Ruler of The World (IRE)) Jockey: David Egan
Owner: Mr Arturo Cousino
Trainer: W. McCreery, Ireland
110-255
Mr Arturo Cousino
Successful twice at 7f on good and good - yielding ground. Finished 8l behind Whirl when fifth of 7 at 33-1 on her latest outing in the Group 1 Paddy Power Pretty Polly Stakes at Curragh over 1m 2f (good) last month. Official BHA
3 Lou Lou’s Gift (GB) (25) 4 9-5 (59.4) (7)
B f Lope de Vega (IRE) - Token of Love (Cape Cross (IRE))
Owner: Mr A. E. Oppenheimer
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket
Successful at 6f and 7f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Finished 4 1/2l behind Cloud Cover when sixth of 10 at 9-2 on her latest outing at Chelmsford City over 7f earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 95 SP: 8-1
4 Royal Dress (IRE) (18)
B m Night of Thunder (IRE) - Wadaa (USA) (Dynaformer (USA)) Jockey: James Doyle
Owner: Mr Saeed Manana
Trainer: James Tate, Newmarket
Form: 013-341 D Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
Winner of five races from 6f to 1m 1f on ground varying from good to heavy Won on her latest outing when 85-40fav at Pontefract over 1m (good) earlier this month, beating Cheshire Dancer by 3 1/2l. Official BHA Rating 106 SP: 9-2
5 Sunfall (GB) (49)
9-5 (59.4) (8)
Gr f Twilight Son - Volition (IRE) (Dark Angel (IRE)) Jockey: Daniel Tudhope
Owner: Cheveley Park Stud
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Form: 33101-0 C Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited
She has won four times at 7f on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather Beaten 15l behind Spiritual at 22-1 when 9th of 11 on her latest outing in the Group 3 Princess Elizabeth Stakes at Epsom over 1m (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 102 SP: 40-1
6 American Gal (GB) (41)
B f Kameko (USA) - Granny Franny (USA) (Grand Slam (USA))
Owner: Mildmay Racing
Trainer: Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn
3 8-11 (55.8) (3)
Jockey: Mickael Barzalona
Form: 11-310 D
Breeder: The Granny Franny Partnership
She has won three times from 1m to 1m 1f on soft ground and on the all-weather Beaten 8l behind Gezora at 33-1 when seventh of 12 on her latest outing at Chantilly over 1m 2f (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 99 SP: 16-1
7 Bermuda Longtail (FR) (49) 3 8-11 (55.8) (9)
B f Hello Youmzain (FR) - Et Toi Et Moi (FR) (Footstepsinthesand)
Owner: Bermuda Racing Ltd
Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
Jockey: Oisin Murphy
Form: 21-220
Breeder: Riviera Equine S.A.R.L A winner at 7f on the all-weather Beaten 13l behind Spiritual at 4-1 when seventh of 11 on her latest outing in the Group 3 Princess Elizabeth Stakes at Epsom over 1m (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 99 SP: 14-1
8 Cajole (GB) (21)
B or Gr f Dubawi (IRE) - Persuasive (IRE) (Dark Angel (IRE)) Jockey: William Buick
Owner: Cheveley Park Stud
Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket
Cheveley Park Stud Limited
A winner at 1m on the all-weather Beaten 1l by Blue Bolt when second of 7 at 10-3 on her latest outing at Sandown over 1m (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 98 SP: 13-2
9 Chantilly Lace (IRE) (36) 3 8-11 (55.8) (2)
B f Lope de Vega (IRE) - Seeking Solace (Exceed And Excel (AUS))
Owner: Mrs Doreen Tabor
Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down
Jockey: Hector Crouch
1-55
Breeder: Camas Park, Lynch Bages & Summerhill
A winner at 7f on heavy ground. Finished 3 1/2l behind Cercene when fifth of 11 at 12-1 on her latest outing over this
and distance (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 106 SP: 7-2
10 Glittering Surf (GB) (71)
3 8-11 (55.8) (6)
B f Oasis Dream - Sparkling Surf (Frankel) Jockey:
Owner: Mr P. Winkworth
Trainer: Owen Burrows, Lambourn
Successful twice at 1m on the all-weather Finished 5l behind Kon Tiki when fifth of 9 at 11-2 on her latest outing at York over 1m (good to firm) in May. Official BHA Rating 92 SP:
11 Pina Sonata
(GB) (60) 3 8-11 (55.8) (1)
B f Pinatubo (IRE) - Moonlight Sonata (Galileo (IRE))
Owner: Mrs Mary Slack
Trainer: James Fanshawe, Newmarket
Daniel Muscutt
Wilgerbosdrift (UK) Ltd
Successful at 1m and 1m 1f on good to soft ground and on the all-weather Won on her latest outing when 8-13fav at Leicester over 1m (good to soft) in May, beating Alfareqa by 3l. Has also won at Wolverhampton this season. Official BHA Rating 94 SP: 12-1
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11...........................................................................................(EXACTA)
Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. PROBABLE S.P.’S
1st £48203................................................................... 2nd £18275.................................................................................. 3rd £9146 4th £4556 TIME DISTANCES
1. Cheshire Dancer holds an entry in the Clipper Handicap at the Sky Bet Ebor Festival on Thursday 21st. There is no supplementary stage for a handicap
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1 ALMAQAM
Trainer: ED Walker Jockey: Kieran Shoemark
2
CERTAIN LAD
Trainer: Jack Channon
3
ECUREUIL SECRET
Jockey: George Bass
Trainer: Richard Fahey Jockey: Oisin Orr
4 ROYAL CHAMPION
Trainer: Karl Burke Jockey: Clifford Lee
5 BAY CITY ROLLER
Trainer: George Scott Jockey:
6 GREEN IMPACT
Trainer: Jessica Harrington Jockey: Shane Foley
7 STANHOPE GARDENS
Trainer: Ralph Beckett Jockey: Rossa Ryan
THE SKY BET YORK STAKES
It was in 2006, a year after we hosted Royal Ascot, that York Racecourse announced the birth of a new Group 2, the Sky Bet York Stakes, now the sporting centrepiece of Music Showcase Saturday.
It has, quite simply, gone from strength to strength since the three-year-old Best Alibi, trained by Sir Michael Stoute and ridden by Ryan Moore, took the inaugural running, ahead of Hattan and Crocodile Dundee
The North needed a new, high summer middle distance Group race with the Scottish Derby disappearing from the programme We think that staging it here has worked on so many levels, not just the fact it is in the right place in the programme - as a “trial” for the big money Juddmonte International over course and distance, three and a half weeks later.
In fact, Twice Over, in the colours of the late Prince Khalid Abdullah, did that very double, in 2011.
Shadwell has historically been well represented in the race, winning it in 2013 with Mukhadram and in 2019 with Elarqam. Alflaila became the first to retain his crown for trainer Owen Burrows, making it a historic fourth win for the Shadwell team, however punters will need to look elsewhere this year
Twice Over
The 2019 renewal was certainly a memorable race when Elarqam kept the prize, for the only time so far, in Yorkshire for trainer Mark Johnston. The horse, who had won his Maiden on debut on the track proved far too good for the runner up that day - a certain Addeybb, now a multiple Group One winner from Berkshire to Australia.
If you need any more evidence in support of the Sky Bet York Stakes then just ask trainer David O’Meara, whose long-standing stable star, Lord Glitters, was third behind Aspetar, trained by Roger Charlton and ridden by Jason Watson. O’Meara’s Mondialiste, in the same ownership, finished second in both 2016 and 2017 White Rose hopes this year rest on Royal Champion for Middleham’s Karl Burke and Ecureuil Secret for Richard Fahey. And this is that rare UK pattern race in being one Aidan O’Brien has never won. Back in 2007, when amazingly the ground rode heavy, his Eagle Mountain finished second, but winning it has eluded him... so far. While there is no Ballydoyle runner, Jessie Harrington is represented by Green Impact, so there is a chance of an Emerald Isle winner
Article kindly adapted from sportinglife.com
Success Days defeats Mondialiste in 2017
The Sky Bet York Stakes FACT FILE:
1m 2f 56y
Prize money £150,000
WHERE DOES IT FIT? SOUND FAMILIAR?
As both as a Group two and a mid summer affair, it can be a testing ground for thoroughbreds who might yet make the final step up to Group One company. Often they have looked impressive early in their careers and maybe suffered an injury or just lost their way a little. For others, it can mark a step out of handicap company before the glaring spotlight of Group One contests.
Like the feature race of the day down in Berkshire, it is a middle distance affair that lets the classic generation take on their elders. This year it falls to Stanhope Gardens, Bay City Roller and Green Impact to fly the flag for the classic generation.
HAVE ANY WINNERS GONE ON TO HIGHER GLORY?
Mukhadram went on to top-level success after winning here, the Coral-Eclipse his top-level breakthrough, while Sheikhzayedroad progressed to be a high-class stayer, winning the Group 1 Northern Dancer Stakes at Woodbine on his next start and taking Group 2 Doncaster Cup and British Champions Long Distance Cup success later on in his career. Plus the below dual success for the famous Pink & Green silks of Juddmonte Farms.
THE JUDDMONTE CONNECTION
A little out of the usual profile for this race, Twice Over is perhaps the most successful winner of the race - already a Group 1 Champion Stakes winner (twice) and Coral-Eclipse champion, the late Prince Khalid Abdullah’s brilliant colt won the Sky Bet York Stakes on the way to Juddmonte International glory for the sponsor the following month. In becoming the first thoroughbred owned by the big race sponsor to take the August Blue Riband, there is a backhanded compliment to today’s contest, as the ideal prep race Almaqam and Stanhope Gardens are already entered for the Longines Best Race in the World come August.
DOES AGE MATTER?
Given that 17 of the 19 winners have either been four, five or six-year-olds, then you have to say the answer is yes... to an extent.
The first winner, Best Alibi in 2006, is the only three-year-old to have won the race, while Tullius is the oldest winner of any Group 2, taking the 2015 renewal at the grand old age of seven.
Alflaila’s victory last year saw four-year-olds and five-year-olds tied once more, with six wins apiece from the 19 runnings. With no five year-olds and only two four-year-olds in this years field, only the latter age category can take the lead. Bay City Roller, Green Impact and Stanhope Gardens will all bid to become the first three-year-old in nineteen renewals to win the race. While Certain Lad could become the oldest to take the prize!
Tullius
Twice Over
LEADING TRAINERS?
It’s been a pretty even spread across nigh on two decades of The Sky Bet York Stakes, as there are just four trainers have two wins to their name. Saeed bin Suroor, who saddled both the 2007 winner, Stage Gift, and Kirklees to win in 2009. Roger Charlton, who trained 2020 winner, Aspetar, and the 2016 champion, Time Test Andrew Balding, who joined them with Bangkok’s win in 2021 to go with Tullius victory in 2015. Last year Owen Burrows became the fourth, after Alflaila became the first to win the race twice. None of today’s trainers have tasted success in the race
LEADING RIDER?
Surprisingly, this race has not yet produced a dual winner from the saddle, but with the likes of Ryan Moore, Andrea Atzeni already on the roll of honour, it’s surely only a matter of time before one of these pilots takes their second Sky Bet York Stakes title Only Shane Foley can move to two winners this time, after he rode Success Days to victory back in 2017
HOW DO YORKSHIRE STABLES FIGURE?
WHO ARE THE SPONSORS?
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In truth, not superbly - but that’s certainly not to say there hasn’t been any success for the White Rose County. Skipton-born William Haggas saddled Mukhadram to a 2013 victory, while Middleham’s Mark Johnston trained Elarqam to 2019 success The White Rose is today represented by Karl Burke and Richard Fahey, Royal Champion and Ecureuil Secret fly their respective flags.
Saeed bin Suroor
Shane Foley
Sky Bet York Stakes
3rd Race 2.40
The Sky Bet York Stakes (Group 2)
One Mile About Two Furlongs (2,000 metres)
See page 78 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 1m 2f
Race Type: Group Two
Prize Money: £150,000
Age: 3+
Stalls: Inside Rail
The Sky Bet York Stakes is part of the Pattern pyramid which denotes the best contests, Listed, Group 3, Group 2 (this race) and Group 1. This race is open to 3yo+ horses and is over a trip of ten furlongs.
Weight allowances are made for the variation in strength based on age or sex, see how all the 3yos Bay City Roller, Stanhope Gardens and Green Impact have a lesser burden. A further nuance is that any horse to already won at this level (or at the single step higher) would have had to carry additional (so called penalty) weight; however, this year, this doesn’t apply
An in-form stable could be the clue here, see the table at the beginning of this race and take a note as the winner may return for the Group One Juddmonte International on 20th August.
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: ALFLAILA
Trainer: Owen Burrows
Jockey: Jim Crowley
Age/Weight: 5-9-8
Runners: 4 SP: 9/4JF
Built on his fine form to win this event for the second year in a row He has a good record at York and came from being held up in last to challenge and keep on for the win.
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
RaceiQ Par Time: 2m 10.43s
(Based on going description: Good to Soft) 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): K R Burke (29 wins from 260 runners, 11%) runs ROYAL CHAMPION Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): K R Burke (8 wins from 38 runners, 21%) runs ROYAL
Longest Traveller: GREEN IMPACT trained by Mrs J Harrington, Ireland.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 24th July
KNAVESMIRE TIP
ALMAQAM sets a lofty standard on form following a taking success in the Brigadier Gerard from Ombudsman, who went on to land the Prince Of Wales’s since. This ground looks ideal for Ed Walker’s star and he should have too much for Stanhope Gardens, who drops in trip having shown up well when fifth in the Derby. Runner-up in a Group 2 at Saint Cloud last month, Bay City Roller may also have a say.
3rd Race 2.40
The Sky Bet York Stakes
1
Almaqam (GB) (58)
B c Lope de Vega (IRE) - Talmada (USA)
Owner: Sheikh Ahmed Al Maktoum
Trainer: Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn
Distance: 1m 2f
Race Type: Group Two
Prize Money: £150,000
Age: 3+
Stalls: Inside Rail
4 9-8 (60.8) (6)
Form: 1632-31 D
Breeder: Godolphin
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 2f on good and soft ground. A winner at 7-4 in the Group 3 Star Sports Brigadier Gerard Stakes at Sandown over 1m 2f (good) on his latest outing in May, beating Ombudsman by 1 3/4l. Official BHA Rating 117 SP: 10-11
2
Certain Lad (GB) (78)
B g Clodovil (IRE) - Chelsey Jayne (IRE)
Owner: Mr C. R. Hirst
Trainer: Jack Channon, West Ilsley
9 9-8 (60.8) (2)
Form: 1221-36 CD
Breeder: Barry Walters
Has won 11 races from 6f to 1m 2f on ground varying from good to firm to heavy Finished 6l behind The Foxes when last of 6 at 8-1 on his latest outing in the Group 2 IRE-Incentive, It Pays To Buy Irish Huxley Stakes at Chester over 1m 2f (good) in May. Official BHA Rating 112 SP: 20-1
3
Ecureuil Secret (FR) (39)
B g Wootton Bassett - Vitizza (FR)
Owner: Mr Aidan J. Ryan
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
4 9-8 (60.8) (7)
Form: 3323-10 D
Breeder: S.E.P Ecurie de L’Aure
Successful at 1m and 1m 2f on good to soft and heavy ground. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Haatem at 12-1 when 10th of 16 on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m 2f (good to firm) last month Official BHA Rating 112 SP: 25-1
4
Royal Champion (IRE) (38)
B g Shamardal (USA) - Emirates Queen
Owner: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
7 9-8 (60.8) (3)
Form: 201-140 D
Breeder: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum
Winner of six races from 1m to 1m 3f on good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 9l behind Ombudsman at 25-1 when seventh of 8 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Prince Of Wales’s Stakes at Ascot over 1m 2f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 115 SP: 16-1
5 Bay City Roller (IRE) (27)
B c New Bay - Bloomfield (IRE)
Owner: Victorious Racing
Trainer: George Scott, Newmarket
3 8-13 (56.7) (5)
Form: 111-22
Breeder: John Connaughton
He has won three times at 7f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 3/4l by Daryz when second of 6 at 4-1 on his latest outing in the Group 2 Prix Eugene Adam at Saint-Cloud over 1m 2f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 110 SP: 6-1
6 Green Impact (IRE) (27)
B c Wootton Bassett - Emerald Green
Owner: Marcstown Farms SC
Trainer: Mrs J. Harrington, Ireland
3 8-13 (56.7) (1)
Form: 211-616
Breeder: Mr Marc Chan
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 1f on good and good - yielding ground. Finished 4l behind Lambourn when sixth of 10 at 12-1 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby at Curragh over 1m 4f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 112 SP: 8-1
7
Stanhope Gardens (IRE) (49)
Ch c Ghaiyyath (IRE) - Pure Art
Owner: Marcstown Ltd and New Chelsea
Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down
(4)
Form: 312-15
Breeder: Tullpark Ltd
Successful at 7f and 1m on good to firm ground. Finished 5l behind Lambourn when fifth of 18 at 12-1 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Betfred Derby at Epsom over 1m 4f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 111 SP: 7-2
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS
STEWARDS NOTE
CERTAIN LAD: Following its run on 9/5/2025 it was reported that the horse lost its left-fore shoe PROBABLE S.P.’S
Rossa Ryan Eric Ngwane
10-11 Almaqam (GB), 7-2 Stanhope Gardens (IRE), 6-1 Bay City Roller (IRE), 8-1 Green Impact (IRE), 16-1 Royal Champion (IRE), 20-1 Certain Lad (GB), 25-1 Ecureuil Secret (FR)
Kieran Shoemark
George Bass
Oisin Orr Helen Hamilton
Clifford Lee Carrie Sanderson
Callum Shepherd Darren Yellowlees
Shane Foley Luke Carberry
RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION
1st £85065
3rd £16140
2nd £32250
4th £8040
TIME DISTANCES
1. Almaqam & 7. Stanhope Gardens both hold an entry in the Group One Juddmonte International Stakes at the Sky Bet Ebor Festival on Wednesday 20th August for which supplementary entries can be received by noon on Thursday 14th August for a stake of £85,000.
5. Bay City Roller holds an entry in the Group 2 Sky Bet Voltigeur Stakes at the Sky Bet Ebor Festival on Wednesday 20th August for which supplementary entries can be received by noon on Thursday 14th August for a stake of £20,000.
THIRD RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Michael Shinners, Head of Sports PR.
Sky Bet have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race and £100 to the groom responsible for the winning horse
COPPER KNIGHT: WINNING-MOST
EYES
ON OUR FOURTH
RACE
WHEN COPPER KNIGHT, HOPES TO RECORD WIN NUMBER EIGHT.
The Denham family first ran Copper Knight at York back in 2017 when he won the first of his seven races. It was an assertive performance over then stable mate Rasheeq and was very much a sign of things to come.
He had further success at York before taking his most prestigious prize at the track. The John Smith’s City Walls Stakes 2019, his first Listed success. His superb seventh victory came back in July.
A plaque has been erected in his honour on the pre-parade ring side of the weighing room, where it reads ‘winning most’, as he may well not be done with winning at York just yet! Last July Copper Knight made history by registering another win on the Knavesmire. He remains a stalwart of Tim Easterby’s operation, with a record breaking seven wins. Will Copper Knight continue to make history with an eighth win today on his 33rd run at York?
The Sky Bet “Jump Jockeys Nunthorpe”
Stakes (To be ridden by Professional
Jump
Jockeys)
Five Furlongs (1,000 metres)
See page 78 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
SOUL SEEKER 4th Race 3.20
Distance: 5f
Race Type:
Prize Money: £25,000
Age: 4+
Stalls: Centre
This special race is set over the same distance as the Group 1 Coolmore Wootton Bassett Nunthorpe run at our Sky Bet Ebor Festival in August, just five furlongs. However, even though this is the shortest distance in racing, this isn’t what makes this special. All the horses today will be ridden by professional jump jockeys. Watch from the rails as these jockeys tackle the starting stalls then the flying five furlongs it could be as fast as they will go all year
Need some help? Look further for the letter “C”, which shows that the horse has won at York or “D” which denotes a win over this distance. See how Soul Seeker has both initials after his name having won this very race twice already
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: NIGHT ON EARTH
Trainer: Ian Williams
Jockey: Charlie Todd
Age/Weight: 6-11-10
Runners: 18 SP:6/1F
Put his excellent early speed to good use, made all the running and never looked like he would be caught, despite the close finish.
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
RaceiQ Par Time: 59.81s
(Based on going description: Good to Soft) 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): D O’Meara (24 wins from 383 runners, 6%) runs MOON FLIGHT
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D O’Meara (11 wins from 55 runners, 20%) runs MOON FLIGHT
Weightwatcher: ANOTHER BAAR won off a handicap mark of 78, his rating is
Fancy That: D O’Meara won this race in 2021 and 2023. The stable runs MOON FLIGHT today.
Longest Traveller: TREACHEROUS trained by Ed De Giles, Ledbury, 187 miles.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 24th July
KNAVESMIRE TIP
Soul Seeker bids for a third victory in the contest following his 2021 and 2023 efforts. The return to the Knavesmire off a 3lb lower mark than his last success gives him every chance, but the vote goes to FORTUNATE STAR. A winner at Haydock before just being touched off a week later at Doncaster, the five-year-old can continue his good form. Others for the shortlist include Copper Knight and Bona Fortuna.
FORTUNATE STAR
The Sky Bet “Jump Jockeys Nunthorpe” Stakes
1 Nazron (IRE) (2)
Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Praden (USA)
Owner: Miss C. Dolan
Trainer: Ivan Furtado, Wiseton
Distance: 5f
Race Type: Handicap (61-80)
Prize Money: £25,000
Age: 4+
4 11-13 (75.8) (4)
Jockey: Sean Quinlan
Form: 300240 D
Breeder: China Horse Club International Ltd
Successful twice at 5f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Beaten 7l behind Solar Aclaim at 18-1 when 10th of 13 on his latest outing at Yarmouth over 5f (soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 81 SP: 14-1
2
Smart Vision (GB) (16)
B g Due Diligence (USA) - Bahamadam
Owner: Mr J. E. Abbey and New Vision Bloodstock
Trainer: Jessica Macey, Doncaster
3 Air Force One (IRE) (15)
Ch g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Great Dame (IRE)
Owner: Bond Thoroughbred Limited
Trainer: Geoff Oldroyd, Pocklington
4 11-11 (74.8) (7)
Jockey: Tom Cannon
Form: 430200
Breeder: J. P. Repard
He has won three times at 7f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 6l behind Commander Of Life at 7-1 when 9th of 11 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 7f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 79 SP: 16-1
Jockey: Danny McMenamin
Form: 4/1020-0 D
Breeder: The Great Dame Partnership
A winner at 5f on yielding ground. Beaten 2 1/2l behind Brazen Bolt at 18-1 when 9th of 16 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 78 SP: 14-1
4 Looking For Lynda (IRE) (15)
Ch g Unfortunately (IRE) - Designated
Owner: Mr D. Bardsley
Trainer: Craig Lidster, Malton
5 Copper Knight (IRE) (15)
(1)
Jockey: Craig Nichol
Form: 345-5T0 CD
Breeder: Springfield House Stud&Hollymount Stud
He has won three times at 5f on good ground. Beaten 6l behind Brazen Bolt at 11-1 when 14th of 16 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 78 SP: 25-1
11-9 (73.9) (10)
B g Sir Prancealot (IRE) - Mystic Dream Jockey: Jamie Hamilton
Owner: Ventura Racing (Copper) & Partner
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Form: 342114 CD Breeder: Wardstown Stud Ltd
Has won 17 races at 5f on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather Finished 1l behind Brazen Bolt when fourth of 16 at 6-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to firm) earlier this month. Has won at Chester and Pontefract this season. Official BHA Rating 77 SP: 8-1
6 Bona Fortuna (IRE) (21)
B g Mehmas (IRE) - Ajla (IRE)
Owner: Value Racing - Bona Fortuna
Trainer: Michael Appleby, Oakham
7 Rosenpur (GER) (14)
B g Pour Moi (IRE) - Rosenreihe (IRE)
Owner: Brian Verinder & Alan Baxter
Trainer: Jennie Candlish, Leek
Stalls: Centre Wit
(12)
Jockey: Jonathan Burke
Form: 115-532 BF Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
Successful twice at 6f on good to firm ground. Beaten 2 1/4l by Frank The Spark when second of 5 at 6-4fav on his latest outing at Nottingham over 5f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 77 SP: 6-1
Jockey: Non Runner
Form: 244310 D
Breeder: Gestut Wittekindshof
He has won four times at 5f on good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 13l behind Maharajas Express at 7-2 when 10th of 11 on his latest outing at Chester over 5f (good) earlier this month. Doubtful runner today. Official BHA Rating 76 SP:
Ch g New Bay - All I Need (IRE)
Owner: mike taylor & partner
Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow
Successful at 5f and 6f on good to firm ground Beaten 12l behind Expert Agent at 11-1 when 11th of 15 on
Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies
Form: 606010 D
Breeder: D. J. and Mrs Deer
(good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 76 SP: 12-1
9
Moon Flight (IRE) (35)
B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Miss Margarita
Owner: Mr G. Brogan
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
5 11-8 (73.5) (21)
Jockey: Micheal Nolan
Form: 13-0400 D
Breeder: Grange & Manister House Studs
He has won three times at 5f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Well beaten at 14-1 behind Mon Na Slieve when last of 7 on his latest outing at Ayr over 5f (good) last month. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Miss L A Perratt Official BHA Rating 76 SP: 14-1
10
Keldeo (GB) (29)
Gr f Land Force (IRE) - Kept Under Wraps (IRE)
Owner: Ownaracehorse, O Pears and T&T Racing
Trainer: Ollie Pears, Malton
4 11-8 (73.5) (5)
Jockey: Brian Hughes
Form: 143226 D
Breeder: Mr John Jackson
She has won four times at 5f on ground varying from good to soft. Finished 2l behind Herakles when sixth of 10 at 4-1 on her latest outing at Newcastle over 5f last month. Official BHA Rating 76 SP: 14-1
11
Treacherous (GB) (28)
B g Paco Boy (IRE) - Black Baroness
Owner: Woodham Walter Partnership
(3)
Jockey: David Bass
Trainer: Ed de Giles, Ledbury Form: 3-23500 Breeder: P. M. Hicks
Has won 15 races from 6f to 7f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft and on the all-weather. Beaten 13l behind Under The Twilight at 12-1 when last of 8 on his latest outing at Windsor over 6f (good to firm) last month Official BHA Rating 75 SP: 33-1
12 Wen Moon (IRE) (15)
(72.6) (18)
B g Mehmas (IRE) - Luminous Gold Jockey: Richie McLernon
Owner: Daniel Shapiro & David Clifford
Trainer: Ben Haslam, Middleham Form: 33-0400 CD Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
He has won three times from 5f to 6f on good and soft ground. Beaten 6l behind Brazen Bolt at 13-2 when 12th of 16 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 74 SP: 10-1
13 Arnhem (IRE) (4)
B g Dandy Man (IRE) - My Causeway Dream (IRE)
Owner: Mr D. Laverty
Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
(2)
Jockey: Nathan Moscrop
Form: 6-05000 Breeder: Leslie Laverty
Successful twice at 6f on good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 6l behind Jm Jhingree at 20-1 when eighth of 10 on his latest outing at Musselburgh over 5f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 72 SP: 50-1
14
Protest Rally (IRE) (15)
B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Odyssee (FR)
Owner: Mrs C M Clarke, Foulrice Park Racing Ltd
Trainer: Liam Bailey, Middleham
(11)
Jockey: Brendan Powell
Form: 141360 D Breeder: Tom Radley
Winner of five races from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 2 1/2l behind Brazen Bolt at 13-2 when eighth of 16 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to firm) earlier this month. Has won at Pontefract and Musselburgh this season. Official BHA Rating 72 SP: 12-1
15 Match Play (GB) (18)
B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Corazon Canarias (FR)
Owner: chris priestley & partners
Jockey: Tom Bellamy
Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow Form: 343213 D BF Breeder: Branton Court Stud
He has won four times at 5f on good to firm ground Third of 8 behind Missmimi beaten 2l at 2-1fav on his latest outing at Pontefract over 5f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 66 SP: 14-1
16
Birkenhead (GB) (19)
B g Captain Gerrard (IRE) - Vilnius
Owner: ged shields & sandfield racing
(9)
Jockey: Jonathan England
Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow Form: 012543 CD Breeder: Mike Channon Bloodstock Limited
Has won 11 races at 5f on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather Third of 9 behind Call To Action beaten 1l at 6-1 on his latest outing at Ripon over 5f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 66 SP: 14-1
17 Soul Seeker (IRE) (23)
B g Oasis Dream - Mad About You (IRE)
Owner: Mr G Harrison
(17)
Jockey: Joe Williamson
Breeder: Moyglare Stud Farm Ltd
Trainer: Philip Kirby, Richmond Form: 31-0066 CD
Has won nine races at 5f on good to firm and good ground. Finished 7l behind Fortunate Star when sixth of 7 at 28-1 on his latest outing at Haydock over 5f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 65 SP: 12-1
18
Another Baar (GB) (5)
B g Mayson - Rapid Recruit (IRE)
Owner: Think and Become
(19)
Jockey: Sean Flanagan
Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton Form: 00-3602 D
Breeder: Bolton Grange
He has won four times from 5f to 6f on good to firm and soft ground. Beaten a neck by Danzan when second of 12 at 8-1 on his latest outing at Ayr over 6f (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 65 SP: 16-1
19 Mersea (FR) (7)
5 10-11 (68.5) (16)
B m Born To Sea (IRE) - Bolga Bere (FR) Jockey: Henry Brooke
Owner: Mr Grant Tuer
Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton Form: 130052 CD Breeder: E.A.R.L. Haras de Saint-Vincent & E.A.R.
Winner of five races from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 1l by Secret Mistral when second of 7 at 6-1 on her latest outing at Haydock over 5f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 65 SP: 14-1
20 Fortunate Star (IRE) (16)
Ch g Unfortunately (IRE) - Effusive
Owner: Mr Ray Flegg & Mr John Bousfield
Trainer: Declan Carroll, Malton
5 10-9 (67.6) (13)
Jockey: Robert Dunne
Form: 534012 D
Breeder: Mr Peter Grimes
Winner of five races at 5f on good and soft ground and on the all-weather. Beaten a nose by Winged Messenger when second of 9 at 8-1 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 6f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 63 SP: 10-1
21 Bayraat (GB) (8)
9 10-7 (66.7) (6)
B g Heeraat (IRE) - Baymist Jockey: David Noonan
Owner: T T Racing
Trainer: Tom Tate, Tadcaster
Form: 0030-43
Breeder: D. F. Spence
A winner at 6f on good to firm ground, but that win was over two years ago Third of 6 behind Novello Lad beaten 4l at 13-2 on his latest outing at Nottingham over 6f (good) earlier this month. Runs from 1lb out of handicap Official BHA Rating 60 SP: 14-1
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 21...........................................................................................(EXACTA)
Hood worn by No 7. Visor worn by No 3, 16. Tongue Strap worn by No 5, 6, 18, 20 Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No 17 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 4, 14, 18. STEWARDS NOTE: SMART VISION: Following its run on 10/7/2025 it was reported that the horse ran too free. KELDEO: Following its run on 27/6/2025 it was reported that the horse suffered accidental interference. MERSEA: Following its run on 19/7/2025 it was reported that the horse was slowly away.
PROBABLE S.P.’S
6-1 Bona Fortuna (IRE), 8-1 Copper Knight (IRE), 10-1 Wen Moon (IRE), Fortunate Star (IRE), 12-1 American Bay (GB), Protest Rally (IRE), Soul Seeker (IRE), 14-1 Nazron (IRE), Air Force One (IRE), Moon Flight (IRE), Keldeo (GB), Match Play (GB), Birkenhead (GB), Mersea (FR), Bayraat (GB), 16-1 Smart Vision (GB), Another Baar (GB), 25-1 Looking For Lynda (IRE), 33-1 Treacherous (GB), 50-1 Arnhem (IRE)
RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION
1st £12885 2nd £6042. 3rd £3022 4th £1510
TIME
DISTANCES
FOURTH RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
TOP JOCKEY AT YORK
The Championship will be determined by the number of winners recorded and in the event of a tie, placed efforts will prove the deciding factor. The winner will receive the acclaimed Living North Trophy, as well as £2,500, to celebrate their achievement
Clifford Lee moved into the lead after a winning ride aboard Al Qareem in the Group Three John Smith’s Silver Cup.
• Nine racecourses
• There are currently 87 yards training over 2,400 horses
• National Horseracing College
• Making for an industry worth over £300 million* to the county alone.
(according to an independent survey by the Sheffield Hallam University).
National Horseracing College Major Training Centres: Middleham, Malton & Hambleton
The Sky Bet, For The Fans Stakes
One Mile About Four Furlongs (2,400 metres)
See page 78 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 1m 4f
Race Type: Handicap
Rating: 76-95
Prize Money: £30,000
Age: 3+
Stalls: Centre
Time for another handicap, this time for horses aged 3yo and older, rated between 76-95, with Chillingham as top weight. This race is over a trip of one and a half miles.
The press selections board by the Parade Ring might provide a clue, or at least someone to blame.
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: ZIGGY
Trainer: Harry Eustace
Jockey: Richard Kingscote
Age/Weight: 6-10-4
Runners: 6 SP: 5/2F
As consistent as they come, Ziggy was prominent in the early stages, took the lead 1f out, kept on well despite drifting to the near side in the home straight.
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
RaceiQ Par Time: 2m 34.85s (Based on going description: Good to Soft) Course Record: 2m 25.12s by Sea Wave (18-Aug-98)
All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last seven years
Leading course trainer (20-25): K Ryan (26 wins from 334 runners, 8%) runs DARK MOON RISING Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D O’Meara (11 wins from 55 runners, 20%) runs CREATIF Longest Traveller: ALBANY trained by R Beckett, Kimpton Down, 251 miles.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 24th July
KNAVESMIRE TIP
L’Eagle Aid is looking for his hat-trick here after a neck win at Newcastle before dead-heating (awarded the race) at Chester, but he has 3lb more to carry now and steps up two classes. KILDARE LEGEND made all before being caught to go under by a neck at Haydock and although he also has an added 3lb, he drops a grade which may see him try the same tactics and go one better. Chillingham and Intinso are others to consider
The Sky Bet, For The Fans Stakes
1
Chillingham (IRE) (21)
B g Ulysses (IRE) - Last Jewel (IRE)
Owner: Mr J Carrick & Mr J Fyffe
Trainer: Edward Bethell, Middleham
Distance: 1m 4f
Race Type: Handicap (76-95)
Prize Money: £30,000
Age: 3+
Stalls: Centre
10-2 (64.4) (5)
Jockey: Connor Beasley
Form: 020-016 CD
Breeder: Lynch Bages Ltd & Lindy Farms
He has won four times from 1m 2f to 1m 4f on good to firm and soft ground. Finished 7l behind Plage De Havre when sixth of 14 at 16-1 on his latest outing at Haydock over 1m 4f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 95 SP: 8-1
2 Kildare Legend (IRE) (56)
4 10-1 (64.0) (6)
Ch g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Miss Aiglonne Jockey: Shane Foley
Owner: Mr Boniface Ho Ka Kui
Trainer: James Ferguson, Newmarket
2113-52 D Breeder: Sunderland Holding Inc.
Successful at 1m 3f and 1m 4f on good to soft ground and on the all-weather Beaten a neck by Stressfree when second of 14 at 9-1 on his latest outing at Haydock over 1m 4f (good) in May. Official BHA Rating 94 SP: 5-2
3 Albany (GB) (56)
Ch m Lope de Vega (IRE) - Alyssa
Owner: Miss K. Rausing
Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down
(8)
Jockey: Rossa Ryan
Form: 21P/16-0
Breeder: Miss K. Rausing
Successful twice at 1m 2f on good to soft and heavy ground. Beaten 10l behind Stressfree at 6-1 when 12th of 14 on her latest outing at Haydock over 1m 4f (good) in May. Official BHA Rating 91 SP: 13-2
4
Creatif (IRE) (14)
Ch g Dubawi (IRE) - Soustraction (IRE)
Owner: Akela Thoroughbreds Limited
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
4 9-10 (61.7) (7)
Jockey: David Nolan
Form: 5-12240 D
Breeder: Wertheimer et Frere
Successful at 1m 2f and 1m 4f on good to soft ground and on the all-weather Beaten 4 1/2l behind Trojan Storm at 7-2 when seventh of 9 on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m 6f (good to firm) earlier this month. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time Official BHA Rating 89 SP: 7-1
5
Intinso (GB) (28)
Gr g Siyouni (FR) - Rose of Miracles
Owner: Craig Lidster Racing
5 9-9 (61.2) (3)
Jockey: Sam James
Trainer: Craig Lidster, Malton Form: 03-4000 D
Breeder: Blue Diamond Stud Farm (UK) Ltd
Successful at 1m and 1m 4f on the all-weather Well beaten at 100-1 behind Spirit Mixer when 18th of 20 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 2m last month. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time Official BHA Rating 88 SP: 25-1
6
Dark Moon Rising (IRE) (14)
B g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Al Nassa (USA)
Owner: Mrs Angie Bailey
(4)
Jockey: Tom Eaves
Breeder: Mr N. Al Habtoor
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton Form: 2-30000 CD
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m 5f on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 6l behind Fox Legacy at 40-1 when seventh of 18 on his latest outing here over 1m 2f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 87 SP: 12-1
7 Per Contra (IRE) (7)
9-4 (59.0) (2)
B g Footstepsinthesand - Nonetheless (IRE) Jockey: David Allan
Owner: Ryedale Partners No 3
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
653352 D Breeder: Mr James Ross Ancell
He has won three times from 7f to 1m 4f on good to soft and soft ground and on the all-weather Beaten 3 1/2l by The Reverend when second of 5 at 5-1 on his latest outing at Ripon over 1m 4f (soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 83 SP: 5-1
B g Free Eagle (IRE) - Acres of Diamonds (IRE)
Owner: Two Goldfish & A Balloon
Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Jockey: Callum Shepherd
Form: 2-3
511 D Breeder: M. Duffy
He has won three times at 1m 4f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather A winner at 11-2 at Chester over 1m 4f (good) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Percy Jones. Has also won at Newcastle this season. Official BHA Rating 78 SP: 8-1
9
Beylerbeyi (GB) (15)
B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Gherdaiya
Owner: Midtech 2
Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch
(9)
Jockey: Clifford Lee
Form: 51-0603
Breeder: Al Shaqab Racing
Winner of five races from 6f to 1m 1f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Third of 9 behind Dain Ma Nut In beaten 3l at 16-1 on his latest outing here over 1m 2f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 76 SP: 13-2
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9............................................................................................(EXACTA)
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 4, 5. Blinkers worn by No 6. Visor worn by No 1. Tongue Strap worn by No 9.
PROBABLE S.P.’S
5-2 Kildare Legend (IRE), 5-1 Per Contra (IRE), 13-2 Albany (GB), Beylerbeyi (GB), 7-1 Creatif (IRE), 8-1 Chillingham (IRE), L’Eagle Aid (IRE), 12-1 Dark Moon Rising (IRE), 25-1 Intinso (GB)
2. Kildare Legend holds an entry in the Sky Bet Ebor at the Sky Bet Ebor Festival on Saturday 24th August. There is no supplementary stage for a Heritage handicap
FIFTH RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Michael Shinners, Head of Sports PR
Sky Bet have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race and £100 to the groom responsible for the winning horse
GBB NOTICE
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4.10
The King George Vi And Queen Elizabeth Stakes
(Group 1)
One Mile About Four Furlongs, Swinley (2,300 metres)
1
Calandagan (IRE) (27)
B g Gleneagles (IRE) - Calayana (FR) (Sinndar (IRE))
Owner: Aga Khan Studs Scea
Trainer: Francis-Henri Graffard, France
Distance: 1m 4f
4 9-9 (61.2) (4)
Jockey: Mickael Barzalona
Form: 122-221 CD
Breeder: Haras de Son Altesse l’Aga Khan SCEA
Winner of five races from 1m 1f to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to firm to heavy and on the all-weather Won on his latest outing when 10-11fav in the Group 1 Grand Prix de Saint-Cloud at Saint-Cloud over 1m 4f (good to soft) last month, beating Aventure by 3 1/2l. Official BHA Rating 125 SP: 2-1
2 Continuous (JPN) (38)
B h Heart’s Cry (JPN) - Fluff (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))
Owner: D.Smith,Mrs J.Magnier,M.Tabor,Westerberg
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien, Ireland
5 9-9 (61.2) (3)
Jockey: W. M. Lordan
Form: 305040 D Breeder: Orpendale, Chelston Ire & Wynatt
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m 6f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Well beaten at 100-1 behind Ombudsman when last of 8 on his latest outing here over 1m 2f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 110 SP: 300-1
3 Jan Brueghel (IRE) (50) 4 9-9 (61.2) (2)
B c Galileo (IRE) - Devoted To You (IRE) (Danehill Dancer (IRE)) Jockey: Ryan Moore
Owner: Westerberg/Mrs J Magnier/M Tabor/D Smith
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien, Ireland Form: 1111-21 D Breeder: Barronstown Stud
Winner of five races from 1m 2f to 1m 6f on ground varying from good to firm to yielding - soft. A winner at 10-3 in the Group 1 Betfred Coronation Cup at Epsom over 1m 4f (good to soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Calandagan by 1/2l.
Official BHA Rating 126 SP: 15-8
4 Rebel’s Romance (IRE) (35) 7 9-9 (61.2) (1)
B or Br g Dubawi (IRE) - Minidress (Street Cry (IRE)) Jockey: William Buick
Owner: Godolphin
Trainer: Charlie Appleby, Newmarket Form: 11-1411 CD Breeder: Godolphin
Has won 18 races from 1m to 1m 6f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft and on the all-weather Won on his latest outing when 6-4fav over this course and distance (good to firm) last month, beating Al Riffa by 1 3/4l. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 123 SP: 11-2
5 Kalpana (GB) (28) 4 9-6 (59.9) (5)
B f Study of Man (IRE) - Zero Gravity (Dansili)
Owner: Juddmonte
Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
Jockey: Oisin Murphy
Form: 3111-32 CD BF
Breeder: Juddmonte Farms Ltd
Winner of five races from 1m 1f to 1m 4f on good and soft ground and on the all-weather Beaten 1 1/4l by Whirl when second of 7 at 5-6fav on her latest outing in the Group 1 Paddy Power Pretty Polly Stakes at Curragh over 1m 2f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 117 SP: 9-2
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 5............................................................................................(EXACTA) Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3. Blinkers worn by No. 2. PROBABLE S.P.’S
1. Calandagan & 2. Continuous both hold an entry in the Group One Juddmonte International Stakes at the Sky Bet Ebor Festival on Wednesday 20th August for which supplementary entries can be received by noon on Thursday 14th August for a stake of £85,000.
2. Continuous holds an entry in the Group Two Weatherbys Hamilton Lonsdale Cup 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 £20,000.
5. Kalpana holds an entry in the Group One Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks Stakes at the Sky Bet Ebor Festival on Thursday 21st August for which supplementary entries can be received by noon on Friday 15th August for a stake of £40,000.
The Sky Bet Go-Racing-In-Yorkshire Summer Festival Stakes
About One Mile (1,600 metres)
See page 78 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 1m
Race Type: Handicap
Rating: 61-80
Prize Money: £25,000
Age: 4+
Stalls: Inside Rail
Getting the hang of handicaps? Your vital statistics are; 4yo+, 61-80, going a mile.
If an apprentice jockey partners a horse, they can claim a reduction in weight to balance their relative lack of experience, see how Yaaser benefits by 7lb as Lauren Young makes her way in the saddle
Looking for help? Then follow the racecourse tipster, who has marked his selections with a red bi plane
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: THEME PARK
Trainer: Nigel Tinkler
Jockey: Rowan Scott
Age/Weight: 4-9-7
Runners: 15 SP: 9/2
Appreciated the faster ground and steady pace, made strong progress from the rear and ran on well to lead towards the finish under Rowan Scott.
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
RaceiQ Par Time: 1m 39.49s (Based on going description: Good to Soft) 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
RED Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Goldie (12 wins from 39 runners, 31%) runs YAASER
Weightwatcher: BELLARCHI won off a handicap mark of 87, her rating is now down 9lb to 78. Longest Traveller: YAASER trained by J Goldie, Glasgow, 219 miles.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 24th July
KNAVESMIRE TIP
Cosmos Raj and Bellarchi are high on the shortlist after both won last time out, while Tele Red is a previous C&D winner with solid claims off 4lb below his last successful rating. However, there is also a lot to like about the credentials held by MUDAMER, who is handily drawn and notably had last year’s winner of this race (Theme Park) a couple of places behind when he finished third at Pontefract last week. Yaajooz and Siam Fox are also each-way options.
MUDAMER
COSMOS RAJ
The Sky Bet Go-Racing-In-Yorkshire Summer Festival Stakes
1
Mr King (IRE)
(15) 5 9-9 (61.2) (6)
Gr g Kingman - Desert Snow Jockey: David Nolan
Owner: Mr C. H. McGhie
Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown Form: 0-00000 D
Breeder: Newtown Anner Stud
Successful at 1m and 1m 2f on good and good - yielding ground. Beaten 6l behind Obelix at 18-1 when 12th of 15 on his latest outing here over 7f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 80 SP: 14-1
2
Ata Rangi (IRE) (72)
Ch g Decorated Knight - Samite (USA)
Owner: Benjamin Halsall
4 9-9 (61.2) (2)
Jockey: Kieran Shoemark
Trainer: Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn Form: 3451-10 D
Breeder: Oghill House Stud
Successful at 7f and 1m on soft ground and on the all-weather Beaten 8l behind Superposition at 7-2 when 9th of 12 on his latest outing at Kempton over 1m in May. Official BHA Rating 80 SP: 16-1
3 Yaaser (IRE) (5)
B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Urjuwaan
Owner: Michele Craig and David D Smith
7 9-9 (61.2) (11)
Lauren Young (7)
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow Form: 164413 D
Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited
Has won nine races from 7f to 1m on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Third of 18 behind Almeraq beaten 6l at 20-1 on his latest outing at Ayr over 6f earlier this month. Has won at Musselburgh and Ayr this season. Engaged to run here yesterday. Official BHA Rating 80 SP: 12-1
4
BillyB (FR) (28)
6 9-9 (61.2) (1)
B g Raven’s Pass (USA) - Aztec Queen Jockey: Sam James
Owner: Mr David K. Barker
Trainer: Craig Lidster, Malton Form: 520-053 D
Breeder: Deepwood Farm Stud et al
He has won four times from 7f to 1m on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Third of 13 behind Grand Traverse beaten 1/2l at 10-1 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 7f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 80 SP: 10-1
Successful at 1m and 1m 1f on good to soft and yielding ground. Finished 17l behind Patagonia Girl when last of 6 at 12-1 on her latest outing at Chester over 1m 2f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 79 SP: 20-1
6
Cosmos Raj
B g Iffraaj - Cosmos Pink
(GB) (7) 7 9-8 (60.8) (10)
Owner: Mr Nick Crummack & Partner
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Jockey: Cian Horgan (5)
Form: 212521 D
Breeder: Juddmonte Farms (East) Ltd
Has won 12 races from 1m to 1m 2f on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather A winner at 6-1 at Ripon over 1m (soft) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Barley by 1l Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 79 SP: 15-2
7 Drifts Away (GB) (43)
B g Zoustar (AUS) - Golden Spell Jockey: Rossa Ryan
Owner: PIP & Partners
Trainer: T. J. Kent, Newmarket Form: 113213 D
Breeder: The Golden Spell Partnership
Winner of six races from 7f to 1m on good to soft ground and on the all-weather Third of 8 behind Tempus beaten 1 3/4l at 10-3 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 1m
Ch f Mehmas (IRE) - Drop Dead Gorgeous (FR)
Owner: Nick Bradley Racing 19 and partner
Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton
Oliver Stammers
Marnane
Horse Age st-lb (kgs) Draw
9 Perseverants (FR) (454)
B g Zoffany (IRE) - Perle Rare (USA)
Owner: Chappell & Dixon
Trainer: Scott Dixon, Rolleston
9-7 (60.3) (3)
Jockey: Kieran O’Neill
Form: 052160- D
Breeder: Haras d’Etreham et al
He has won four times from 7f to 1m on good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 8l behind New Image at 12-1 when last of 10 on his latest outing at Southwell over 7f in April last year. Official BHA Rating 78 SP: 25-1
10
Empire of Light (IRE) (110)
B g Kodiac - Querulous (USA)
Owner: The Weighting Game
9-6 (59.9) (8)
Jockey: Harrison Shaw
Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton Form: 32224-0 Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
Successful at 6f and 1m 2f on good to firm and good to soft ground. Well beaten at 22-1 behind Classic Encounter when last of 12 on his latest outing at Redcar over 1m (good) in April. Official BHA Rating 77 SP: 25-1
11 Mudamer (IRE) (8)
6 9-5 (59.4) (4)
Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Mesadah (IRE) Jockey: Clifford Lee
Owner: Mr J Beamson & Mr P Harker
Trainer: Geoffrey Harker, Thirsk
Form: 360243 D Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited
He has won three times from 6f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to yielding. Third of 8 behind Walsingham beaten 1 1/2l at 6-1 on his latest outing at Pontefract over 1m (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 76 SP: 12-1
12 Yaajooz (IRE) (37)
Br g Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - My Dorris (IRE)
Owner: UK Farming Renewable Energy Racing
Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton
Jockey: Billy Garritty
Form: 16-3202 D
Breeder: Mr C. D. Brennan
A winner at 1m on good to firm ground. Beaten a neck by Paladin when second of 11 at 11-1 on his latest outing at Wetherby over 1m (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 75 SP: 8-1
13 Mr Mistoffelees (IRE) (55)
B g Siyouni (FR) - Jellicle Ball (IRE)
Owner: The Marina Partnership
(16)
Jockey: Oisin Orr
Trainer: Sam England, Guiseley Form: 423225 D Breeder: Tony Weschsler & Ann Plummer
A winner at 1m on the all-weather, but that win was over two years ago Finished 3l behind Mr Swivell when fifth of 15 at 9-2 on his latest outing at Chelmsford City over 1m last month. Official BHA Rating 75 SP: 12-1
14 Tele Red (GB) (7)
B g Telescope (IRE) - Hardy Blue (IRE)
Owner: Mr John Kenny
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
9-1 (57.6) (5)
Jack Nicholls (7)
404462 CD Breeder: Mr & Mrs J. Kenny
Winner of five races from 1m to 1m 2f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Beaten 3 1/2l by Ey Up Its The Boss when second of 9 at 6-1 on his latest outing at Ripon over 1m 2f (soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 72 SP: 10-1
15
Master of Combat (IRE) (35)
B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Sharja Queen
Owner: Law Abiding Citizens
(9)
Jockey: Jim Crowley
Breeder: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum
Trainer: Kevin Frost, Newark Form: 42-2000 D
Winner of five races from 1m to 1m 1f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Beaten 5l behind Helm Rock at 18-1 when seventh of 8 on his latest outing at Haydock over 1m (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 72 SP: 25-1
16 Bowood (GB)
(28)
B g Siyouni (FR) - Pretty Paper (IRE)
Owner: Making Headway Racing & Star Racing
Trainer: Ivan Furtado, Wiseton
9-0 (57.2) (15)
Jockey: Tom Eaves
Form: 005063 D
Breeder: Papillon Stables Sarl
He has won three times at 1m on good to firm and good ground. Third of 10 behind Bravo Zulu beaten 1 1/2l at 15-2 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 1m (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 71 SP: 12-1
17 Chuzzlewit (GB) (29)
B g Showcasing - Furbelow
Owner: TIHR Syndicate
Trainer: Seb Spencer, Malton
8-13 (56.7) (19)
Dale Swift
563503 D
Cheveley Park Stud Limited
Successful at 7f and 1m on good ground and on the all-weather Third of 14 behind Callianassa beaten 1 1/4l at 8-1 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 1m last month. Official BHA Rating 70 SP: 16-1
18
Siam Fox (IRE) (35)
8-12 (56.2) (13)
B g Prince of Lir (IRE) - Folegandros Island (FR) Jockey: P. J. McDonald
Owner: Mr Stephen J Hine
Trainer: Kevin Frost, Newark Form: 450-553 D Breeder: Con Marnane
Winner of five races from 1m to 1m 1f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Third of 10 behind Crowd Quake beaten 1 1/4l at 15-2 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 1m (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 69 SP: 12-1
19
King Chaos (IRE) (10)
Gr g Kingman - Marigold Hotel (IRE)
Owner: JPR Investments
Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
A winner at 1m 3f on the all-weather Beaten 4l behind Bellarchi at 22-1 when eighth of 10 on his latest outing at Catterick over 7f (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 69 SP: 33-1
20 Northbound (IRE) (33)
B g Fast Company (IRE) - Natalisa (IRE)
Owner: Swift, Rhodes & Lavery
Trainer: Roger Fell, Nawton
Cam Hardie
612003 D
Owenstown Bloodstock Ltd
Winner of five races from 5f to 1m 1f on good ground and on the all-weather. Third of 13 behind Sense Of Worth beaten 1/2l at 12-1 on his latest outing at Wolverhampton over 1m 1f last month. Official BHA Rating 64 SP: 16-1
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS
Tongue Strap worn by No 5, 18. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 4, 6, 11. STEWARDS NOTE
SIAM FOX: Following its run on 21/6/2025 it was reported that the horse had struck into its left-hind. PROBABLE S.P.’S 15-2 Cosmos Raj (GB), 8-1 Yaajooz (IRE), 10-1 BillyB (FR), Drifts Away (GB), Bellarchi (IRE), Tele Red (GB), 12-1 Yaaser (IRE), Mudamer (IRE), Mr Mistoffelees (IRE), Bowood (GB), Siam Fox (IRE), 14-1 Mr King (IRE), 16-1 Ata Rangi (IRE), Chuzzlewit (GB), Northbound (IRE), 20-1 Alessia Fernanda (IRE), 25-1 Perseverants (FR), Empire of Light (IRE), Master of Combat (IRE), 33-1 King Chaos (IRE)
RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION
1st £12885 2nd £6042.
3rd £3022 4th £1510 TIME
SIXTH RACE PRESENTATION &
TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Michael Shinners, Head of Sports PR.
Sky Bet have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race and £100 to the groom responsible for the winning horse
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.
Fox Legacy kept Andrew Balding at the top of the standings, when winning the 66th John Smith’s Cup.
7th Race 5.00
The Sky Bet Extra Places Every Day Stakes
About Seven Furlongs (1,400 metres)
See page 78 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 7f
Race Type: Handicap Rating: 61-80
Prize Money: £25,000
Age: 3
Stalls: Farside
A final handicap to solve, this time limited to only 3yo’s travelling over seven furlongs.
“Offer a chance for everyone” is a good maxim for those planning races and in this contest the upper rating of 80 means that these are still quality horses but they won’t have their spotlight stolen by a real superstar Why not watch them in Parade Ring and see if you can find any clues.
If you’ve enjoyed the roller coaster of live sport then it’s time
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Reach for those stars!
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: FINN IRONSIDE
Trainer: Craig Lidster
Jockey: Duran Fentiman
Age/Weight: 3-8-6
Runners: 14 SP: 18/1
Made virtually all the running early on, faced challenges in the final furlong but hung on gamely to get his nose ahead at the finish.
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
RaceiQ Par Time: 1m 26.96s
(Based on going description: Good to Soft) Course Record: 1m 21s by Shine So Bright (24-Aug-19)
All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last seven years
Leading course trainer (20-25): A Balding (34 wins from 201 runners, 17%) runs GOLDEN
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (9 wins from 84 runners, 11%) runs FAN MAIL and U SURE DO Longest Traveller: GOLDEN REDEMPTION trained by A Balding, Kingsclere, 216 miles.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 24th July
KNAVESMIRE TIP
The flourishing KISSKODI has to be the starting point. After readily justifying favouritism in a 0-62 handicap at Brighton, the son of Kodi Bear was promoted from second to first following a trouble run at Leicester a fortnight later. The hat-trick was readily completed at Epsom most recently. Given his sire and dam were both 7f winners, stepping him up in trip to extend the wining run seems logical. Golden Redemption, Brave Byreflection and Lever Up could fight this out if another 6lb rise hinders the selection.
Distance: 7f
Race Type: Handicap (61-80)
The Sky Bet Extra Places Every Day Stakes
Horse st-lb (kgs) Draw 7th Race 5.00
1 Monotone (IRE) (29)
B g Verbal Dexterity (IRE) - Yes Oh Yes (USA)
Owner: Ryedale Racing
Trainer: Antony Brittain, Warthill
Prize Money: £25,000
Age: 3
Stalls: Farside
9-9 (61.2) (5)
Jockey: Cam Hardie
Form: 0-43000
Breeder: J. S. Bolger
A winner at 5f on heavy ground. Beaten 7l behind Quadruple at 25-1 when 11th of 15 on his latest outing at Curragh over 7f (good) last month. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with J S Bolger in Ireland. Official BHA Rating 80 SP: 25-1
2
Kisskodi (IRE) (16)
B g Kodi Bear (IRE) - Summerseat Mist (IRE)
Owner: Mid Atlantic Racing
Trainer: Harry Eustace, Newmarket
9-8 (60.8) (13)
Jockey: Jack Nicholls (7)
Form: 262111
Breeder: Summerseat Stables Ltd
He has won three times at 6f on good to firm and good ground. Won on his latest outing when 15-8fav at Epsom over 6f (good) earlier this month, beating Shiplake by 1 1/4l. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 79 SP: 4-1
3 U Sure Do (IRE) (41)
B g Kodiac - Lake Moon
Owner: Mr J. N. Blackburn
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
(11)
Jockey: David Allan
Form: 23-34 BF
Breeder: Richard Ahern
Placed in three of four starts. Finished 1 3/4l behind Alpha Magic when fourth of 14 at 10-3fav on his latest outing at Hamilton over 6f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 79 SP: 8-1
4 Brave Byreflection (IRE) (15)
B f Mohaather - Samuna (FR)
Owner: W Brookshaw, RRH Equine, Haynes
Trainer: Alice Haynes, Newmarket
(3)
Jockey: Kieran O’Neill
Form: 21-5531 D
Breeder: Jc Bloodstock & Goodwill Bloodstock
Successful at 6f and 7f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather. Won on her latest outing when 10-11fav at Chepstow over 7f (good to firm) earlier this month, beating Dapper Gee Gee by 3l. Official BHA Rating 78 SP: 8-1
5 Naina (GB) (69)
B f Expert Eye - Queen of Australia
Owner: BB Thoroughbreds
Trainer: John Ryan, Newmarket
9-7 (60.3) (16)
Jockey: Christian Howarth (3)
Form: 1106-60 D
Breeder: BB Thoroughbreds
She has won four times at 7f on good and soft ground. Well beaten at 66-1 behind Ryka when last of 8 on her latest outing at Newmarket over 1m (good to firm) in May. Official BHA Rating 78 SP: 50-1
6 Mystical Storm (GB) (16)
B c Harry Angel (IRE) - Emeralds Spirit (IRE)
Owner: Mr T. A. Scothern
Trainer: Julie Camacho, Malton
9-6 (59.9) (4)
Jockey: Ryan Sexton
Form: 33-301
Breeder: T. A. Scothern
Won on his latest outing when 5-6fav at Doncaster over 6f (good) earlier this month, beating Trafalger by 1 1/4l. Official BHA Rating 77 SP: 8-1
7 Cairdeas (GB) (23)
Ch g Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Avengers Queen
Owner: Mr Colin Alton & Mr P. T. Midgley
9-5 (59.4) (12)
Jockey: David Nolan
Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow Form: 6-34040 D Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud
A winner at 7f on good ground. Beaten 6l behind Walson’s Law at 5-1 when eighth of 12 on his latest outing at Newbury over 7f (good to firm) earlier this month. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with W J Haggas. Official BHA Rating 76 SP: 12-1
8 Eazy On The Eye (GB) (36)
B f Expert Eye - Yaa Mous
Owner: Mr Frederick Ellis
Trainer: Heather Main, Wantage
9-5 (59.4) (9)
Jockey: George Bass
Form: 11-0030
Breeder: Ellis Stud Partnership
Successful twice at 1m 1f on the all-weather Beaten 10l behind Never Let Go at 125-1 when 14th of 25 on her latest outing at Ascot over 1m (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 76 SP: 20-1
9 Golden Redemption (USA) (23)
B c Medaglia d’Oro (USA) - Redemption Day (USA)
Owner: Mr Saeed Suhail
Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
9-5 (59.4) (14)
Jockey: P. J. McDonald
Form: 2-05003
Breeder: WinStar Farm LLC
Placed twice in six starts. Third of 12 behind Walson’s Law beaten 1 3/4l at 18-1 on his latest outing at Newbury over 7f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 76 SP: 10-1
10 Pietro (IRE) (18)
B or Br g Sands of Mali (FR) - Volkovkha
Owner: D.I. & F.M. Russell
Trainer: James Fanshawe, Newmarket
9-4 (59.0) (17)
Jockey: Kyle Strydom
Form: 22-4421 D
Breeder: P. McEnery & B. McEnery
Successful twice at 7f on good to firm and good ground. A winner at 15-8 at Brighton over 7f (good to firm) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Tea Sea by 1l. Official BHA Rating 75 SP: 15-2
11 Green Pursuit (IRE) (14)
B g Arizona (IRE) - High Regards (IRE)
Owner: Eco-Power Racing
Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton
(8)
Jockey: Connor Beasley
Form: 6-12004
Breeder: Pat & Eoghan Grogan
A winner at 6f on good ground. Finished 2 3/4l behind Miraculous when fourth of 10 at 22-1 on his latest outing at Chester over 6f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 75 SP: 12-1
12 Chesneys Charm (GB) (36)
B g Mohaather - Velvet Charm
Owner: James Paul Services To Industry Ltd
Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton
Pantile Stud
He has won three times at 7f on the all-weather. Finished 7l behind Hot Dancer when fifth of 8 at 22-1 on his latest outing at Redcar over 1m 2f (good to firm) last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time Official BHA Rating 72 SP:
13
Fan Mail (GB) (21)
(6)
B g Mayson - Fanfair Jockey: Rossa Ryan
Owner: Mr Lee Bond & Partner
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
214660 Breeder: Theakston Stud
A winner at 6f on the all-weather Beaten 10l behind Santa Savana at 28-1 when seventh of 9 on his latest outing at Haydock over 7f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 72 SP: 25-1
Lever Up (GB) (38)
Ch g Ulysses (IRE) - Essence Jockey: Billy Garritty
Owner: Mr B Padgett Racing
Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton Form: 403-432 BF
Breeder: Ladyswood Stud & Ed Frost
Placed twice in seven starts. Beaten 1 1/4l by Obito when second of 10 at 7-2fav on his latest outing at Hamilton over 1m (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 69
15
Pearly Squirrel (IRE) (8)
B f Kodi Bear (IRE) - Katherine Lee (IRE)
Owner: Alfa Site Services Ltd & Graeme Curnow
Trainer: Ivan Furtado, Wiseton
Jockey: Jim Crowley
Form: 03-6216 D Breeder: Thomas J. Murphy
A winner at 7f on good to firm ground. Finished 4 1/2l behind Sharon Curly when sixth of 11 at 5-1 on her
over 7f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA
16
Tuscan Point (IRE) (28)
B g Blue Point (IRE) - Tuscan Oasis (IRE)
Owner: P. D. Smith Holdings Ltd
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
Placed once in nine starts. Beaten 7l behind War Howl at 16-1 when eighth of 10 on his
Jockey: James Sullivan
Form: 520-000
Breeder: Corduff Stud
17 Seed Investor (IRE) (18)
B g Coulsty (IRE) - Cead Mile Failte (FR)
Owner: Alfa Site Services Ltd
Trainer: Ivan Furtado, Wiseton
(54.0) (2)
Jockey: Pierre-Louis Jamin
Form: 3-42006
Breeder: C. Marnane
Placed in three of nine starts. Finished 4 1/2l behind Walsingham when sixth of 9 at 16-1 on his latest outing at Pontefract over 1m (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 64 SP: 20-1
Blinkers worn first time by No 12. Visor worn by No 14 Tongue Strap worn by No 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 11, 15 STEWARDS NOTE
TUSCAN POINT: Following its run on 28/6/2025 it was reported that the horse ran too free PROBABLE S.P.’S
4-1 Kisskodi (IRE), 15-2 Pietro (IRE), 8-1 U Sure Do (IRE), Brave Byreflection (IRE), Mystical Storm (GB), Lever Up (GB), 10-1 Golden Redemption (USA), 12-1 Cairdeas (GB), Green Pursuit (IRE), Pearly Squirrel (IRE), 20-1 Eazy On The Eye (GB), Seed Investor (IRE), 25-1 Monotone (IRE), Chesneys Charm (GB), Fan Mail (GB), Tuscan Point (IRE), 50-1 Naina (GB)
RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION
1st £12885
3rd £3022
TIME
2nd £6042.
4th £1510
DISTANCES
SEVENTH RACE
PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Michael Shinners, Head of Sports PR
Sky Bet have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race and £100 to the groom responsible for the winning horse.
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Today’s Race Conditions
FIRST RACE 1.25 - The £100K ITV7 Jackpot Today EBF Fillies’ Novice Stakes (Class 3) (GBB Race)
(CLASS 3) 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 novice two yrs old fillies only, which are E.B.F eligible Enter by noon, July 21st and pay £125 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 24th. Weights: 9st 2lb each Penalties, a winner of a race 6lb Of 2 races 10lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties). SKY BET has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner THE TRUSTEES OF THE BRITISH EUROPEAN BREEDERS’ FUND have also kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race. The European Breeders’ Fund support 151 Flat races each year across Yorkshire; boosting prize money by over £500000 Each year, the British EBF contributes up to £2million to Flat and National Hunt racing nationwide 18 entries at £125 - Closed July 21st, 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 29
SECOND RACE 2.00 - The Sky Bet Dash (Class 2 Handicap) (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £51540 to the winning horse The second to receive £24170, the third £12090, the fourth £6040, the fifth £3020 and the sixth £1510. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107; such horses rated 80 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £375 stake if the horse is rated 81 or higher, or £75 stake if the horse is rated 80 or lower with £300 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 24th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 12lb Penalties, after July 19th, 2025, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb SKY BET has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner This race forms part of a World Pool fixture. See tote.co.uk for more information. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of SKY BET The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 37 entries, 1 at £75 and 36 at £375. - Closed July 21st, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £40630; Second £20320; Third £10160; Fourth £5080; Fifth £2540; Sixth £1270 Penalty Value: £51540 Weights raised 2lbs and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10 SS For race details see page 37.
THIRD RACE 2.40 - The Sky Bet York Stakes (Class 1) (Group 2) (CLASS 1) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £85065 to the winning horse The second to receive £32250, the third £16140, the fourth £8040, the fifth £4035 and the sixth £2025 for three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, July 21st and pay £1350 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 24th. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 8st 13lb; fillies 8st 10lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 9st 8lb; fillies 9st 5lb Penalties, after 2024, a winner of a Group 2 race 3lb Of a Group 1 race 5lb SKY BET has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner This race forms part of a World Pool fixture. See tote.co.uk for more information. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/ logo of SKY BET The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code 13 entries at £1350. - Closed July 21st, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £66840; Second £27435; Third £13725; Fourth £6855; Fifth £3435; Sixth £1710 Penalty Value: £85065 A SS For race details see page 51.
FOURTH RACE 3.20 - The Sky Bet “Jump Jockeys’ Nunthorpe” Stakes (Class 4 Handicap) (To Be Ridden By Professional Jump Jockeys) (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £12885 to the winning horse The second to receive £6042, the third £3022, the fourth £1510, the fifth £755 and the sixth £377 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 61-80 (also open to such horses rated 81 and 82; such horses rated 60 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £125 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher, or £25 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £100 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 24th. Lowest weight 10st 7lb; Highest weight 11st 12lb Penalties, after July 19th, 2025, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb To be ridden by Professional National Hunt Jockeys ENTRANTS AGREE THAT HORSES WILL BE RIDDEN BY PROFESSIONAL JOCKEYS LICENSED TO RIDE IN STEEPLE CHASES AND HURDLE RACES UNDER RULE (D)3.3.2 AND SUCH RIDERS QUALIFIED UNDER RULE (D)27 (Jockeys who have ridden more than 50 winners on the Flat will not be permitted to ride in this race) (Additionally, Conditional Jockeys and Amateur Riders are not qualified to ride in this race) The Riders’ Allowances under paragraphs 52 to 58 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may NOT be claimed in this race. SKY BET has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of SKY BET The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code The British Horseracing Authority has modified Rule (F)36.5 and Rules (F)140 to (F)143 of the Rules of Racing for the purposes of this race. 28 entries at £125 - Closed July 21st, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £10158; Second £5080; Third £2540; Fourth £1270; Fifth £635; Sixth £318 Penalty Value: £12885 A SS For race details see page 55.
FIFTH RACE 3.50 - The Sky Bet, For The Fans Stakes (Class 3 Handicap) (GBBPlus Race) (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £15462 to the winning horse The second to receive £7251, the third £3627, the fourth £1812, the fifth £906 and the sixth £453 for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 76-95 (also open to such horses rated 96 and 97; such horses rated 75 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £150 stake if the horse is rated 76 or higher, or £30 stake if the horse is rated 75 or lower with £120 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 24th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 2lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 5lb Penalties, after July 19th, 2025, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb SKY BET has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner NOTE: Three-year-old horses might not be able to receive the full weight-for-age allowance in this race. 3yos rated 76 and 77 may be out of the weights. 16 entries at £150 - Closed July 21st, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £12189; Second £6096; Third £3048; Fourth £1524; Fifth £762; Sixth £381 Penalty Value: £15462 SS For race details see page 61
SIXTH RACE 4.25 - The Sky Bet Go-Racing-In-Yorkshire Summer Festival Stakes (Class 4 Handicap) (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £12885 to the winning horse The second to receive £6042, the third £3022, the fourth £1510, the fifth £755 and the sixth £377 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 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 24th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after July 19th, 2025, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb SKY BET has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner 39 entries at £125 - Closed July 21st, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £10158; Second £5080; Third £2540; Fourth £1270; Fifth £635; Sixth £318 Penalty Value: £12885 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10 SS For race details see page 67
SEVENTH RACE 5.00 - The Sky Bet Extra Places Every Day Stakes (Class 4 Handicap) (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £12885 to the winning horse The second to receive £6042, the third £3022, the fourth £1510, the fifth £755 and the sixth £377 for three yrs old only, Rated 61-80 (also open to such horses rated 81 and 82; such horses rated 60 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £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 24th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after July 19th, 2025, for each race won 6lb SKY BET has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner 28 entries at £125 - Closed July 21st, 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 73.
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The Small Print
An A-Z of information for racegoers
No Horse
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) beforethecompletionofthreeracesoraminimumof 30minutesofmusic-50%refund.
c) thereafter - no refund applies.
Customers who pre-purchased the concert insurance policy will be eligible for a full refund in the event of no music performance. Refunds cannot be made on racedays. To obtain a refund, racegoers who purchased their admission on the day should send the ticket they were given on entrance with their full name and address to: York Racecourse, York, YO23 1EX within 30 days. Racegoers who booked in advance direct with the track and so paid by card will receive an automatic refund. A similar process will apply for those who paid in advance by cheque. Please visit the racecourse website www.yorkracecourse.co.uk for more information.
Alcohol And Public Order
The Racecourse takes its responsibilities under Licensing Laws very seriously and puts in place training and measures to exceed these obligations. Racegoers are urged to drink responsibly. Alcohol cannot be brought into the stands side enclosures. York Racecourse reserves the right to expel any person found to be drunk or behaving in a disorderly manner.
The “Challenge 25” initiative will be in operation to ensure that only those aged 18 and over are served with alcohol. Thank you for your support of this obligation.
Cameras
Please feel free to take a souvenir photo of your day. However we would remind you that the preparation and performance of the sport must be ensured, so please note:-
1. Kindly refrain from flash photography.
2. Avoid taking photos in restricted areas used by the sporting professionals i.e. Saddling Boxes, Stables, Unsaddling Boxes & Weighing Room.
3. Respect the privacy of others.
Cigarettes and e-cigarettes
The current smoking legislation regarding smoking in public places applies at the racecourse. The use of e-cigarettes is permitted, however they will be treated the same as tobacco products.
Common Courtesy/Entry Conditions
All persons visiting York Racecourse are admitted subject to Racecourse Regulations and the Rules of Racing. The Racecourse reserves the right to refuse admission or remove from the racecourse any person refusing to comply with the Rules and Regulations or whose presence is a source of danger or annoyance to others. A full set of entry rules can be viewed at www.yorkracecourse.co.uk.
Dogs
Racegoers are requested to leave their pets including all dogs at home. Guide and Assistance dogs are welcome.
First Aid
There are first aid posts in the Edwardian Weighing Room, other such buildings have been designated as isolation rooms, should they be required.
Dress Standards
Most racegoers like to make racing at York a special occasion and choose to dress accordingly. Gentlemen (and those identifying as such) in the County Stand are required to wear a jacket, collared shirt and tie. It has always been the case that shorts and t-shirts have been welcome in Grandstand and Paddock. All racegoers are reminded that the removal of shirts is not encouraged and that basic decency and not causing offence to fellow racegoers by clothing choices, is required. York Racecourse reserves the right to refuse or, to require anyone to leave who does not observe the above code.
Drugs
A zero tolerance policy on drug abuse is in force, be warned, North Yorkshire Police and our own team are watching with some canine help, sniffing.
Litter
Racegoers are requested to place all litter in the receptacles provided. If you do not need your racecard please place it in a bin as you leave the racecourse.
Noise
So that the horses have the best chance to perform and so your fellow racegoers have the opportunity to enjoy them please do not cause any distractions; the waving of flags or banners, use of radios or making of sudden noises are examples of things to avoid. Racegoers are reminded of Public Health England advice that shouting increases the risk of the spread of diseases, so to consider wearing your face covering when part of a cheering crowd.
Parade Ring
For safety reasons children under the age of twelve are not permitted into the Parade Ring or Unsaddling Enclosure.
Photo Finishes And Stewards’ Enquiries/Objections
In any race where Photo Finish has been called by the Judge, this information will be displayed on the Giant Screen. An announcement will also be broadcast. Race Results and Photographs will also be displayed on the York Racecourse television monitors.
Radios and Mobile Telephones
The use of all types of communication equipment is strictly controlled at all racecourses. Members of the public may not use two-way radios, scanning receivers etc., for any purpose at the racecourse.
Track Safety
For your own safety and the welfare of the horses, jockeys and stable staff please keep off the track. Anyone trespassing on the track: Will be liable to arrest and prosecution Will be ejected immediately Will be banned from all future York race meetings May face a nationwide racecourse ban.
Knavesmire Notes
Keep a note of any horses that catch your eye today. You never know, they may be future winners here at York.
SAFE JOURNEY
Thank you for your support this year. If you have any comments, please email to feedback@yorkracecourse.co.uk
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Please use the toilets on exit or as provided on the walking route to the city. We look forward to welcoming you back on Wednesday 20th August for the Sky Ber Ebor Festival, featuring the Sky Bet Great Voltigeur and the Longines World’s Best Race, the
