Bath Racecard - Saturday 16th September

On behalf of everyone at Bath Racecourse, we would like to extend you a very warm welcome to our Gentleman’s Day.

We are set for a wonderful afternoon of racing, with 7 exciting flat races taking place throughout the day. The highlights of today’s racing will be the finals of our Bath Summer Series, which will see the Sprint & Stayers finals each being ran for £30,000. Horses in the finals have been running in qualifying races since June with 8 qualifying races being ran for each final and points being allocated for placings within these races and bonus points being awarded for horses who have ran in 3 or more qualifiers.

Following racing we have a performance on the Final Furlong lawn from Oasish who are one of the leading Oasis cover bands and put on a fantastic show. I would also like to draw your attention to the Betfred St Leger Stakes which is being ran at Doncaster today and will be shown on the big screens during the day. The oldest and final Classic race of the season, this year’s renewal looks like a fantastic race so all the best if you are having a bet.

I would like to take this opportunity to welcome today’s sponsors, Thorn Baker Group, Signs Express, Big Event Hire, the family of Neil Kellar and the family of Lorraine Webb. I would like to thank them for their generosity, and wish them an enjoyable afternoon.

Looking ahead to October, we are looking forward to the Beckford Stakes returning to Bath next month. This Listed race, taking place on Wednesday 18th October has a prize pot of £65,000 and gave The King his first Listed winner when it was held at Great Yarmouth last season. Tickets & Hospitality can be purchased on our website with a discount for booking in advance so head to www.bath-racecourse.co.uk to guarantee your place at this brilliant fixture.

I would also like to take this opportunity to thank all of our Owners and Trainers who have chosen to run their horses here at Bath throughout the season. Your continued support is greatly appreciated, and we wish you an enjoyable time here with us. On behalf of everyone at Bath Racecourse, we wish you luck both at today’s meeting in addition to all future fixtures, and we hope to welcome you back soon.

As we move into the off season, we see our ever-popular fireworks night return on Friday 3rd November and a host of Christmas party nights in December. Both of these are fantastic opportunities to enjoy evenings with us with either your family or work colleagues so please do visit the website to book in.

I hope you all have an enjoyable afternoon here at Bath, best of luck and we hope to welcome you back to another fixture before the end of the season.

Simon Tonge

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THANK YOU TO OUR OFFICIAL RACEDAYSPONSORS

The family of Neil Kellar

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SATURDAY 16TH SEPTEMBER (UNDER THE RULES OF RACING)

STEWARDS OFTHE MEETING

Big Event Hire

CHIEF STEWARD Richard Westropp STEWARDS’ PANEL CHAIR Joanne Hawkins

Milly Bersey, Sophie Candy, Chris Hill

STARTERS

Sophia Upton

Ciaran McKee

JUDGE

Guy Lewis

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Robert Cuthbert

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MEDICAL OFFICERS

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EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS

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NURSE

Ellen Phelps

COMMENTATOR

Gareth Topham

BETTING RING MANAGER

Kevin Evans

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Simon Tonge

CLERK OFTHE COURSE

Ben Hicks

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Andy Hogston

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Simon Tonge

07855 274062

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HOW TO READ YOUR RACECARD

form guide

previous performances

colour graphic horse’s saddlecloth number

horse’s name

No of days since last ran

/=new season

-=new year

Bold type shows all weather form

C=course winner

D=distance winner

CD=course & distance winner

BF=beaten favourite

weight st-lbs

age draw

2BLUE HERO (CAN) (14) 501121 CD 5 9-11 (1)

B g Air Force Blue (USA) - Pomarine (USA)

Mr Adrian Wintle

Dr Tan Hyka

Finley Marsh

Adrian Wintle, Westbury-On-Severn

TIMEFORMVIEWSix-timecoursewinner,including3thissummer,thelatestover11/4m(good,6/1)14daysago,quickeningtoleadin thefinalstridesunderaconfidentFinleyMarsh.Haswonoverthistripandanotherboldbidisonthecards TFRHHHHI BHA62

KEy Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor S Br

Star Ratings Explained

Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below:

HHHHH Selected to win the race

HHHHI Good chance of being placed.

HHHII By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims

OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS EXPLAINED

HHIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope.

HIIII Can be given little or no chance.

The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of 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.

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FIRST RACE 1.40

ONE MILE THREE FURLONGS ABT 137 YARDS (11F ABT 137YDS) FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE SIGNS EXPRESS “CONFINED” AMATEUR JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (For horses which have not won a race in 2023)

Total prize fund £6200

Owners Prize Money. 1st £2677, 2nd £1339, 3rd £669, 4th £335, 5th £167. (Penalty Value £3079.54) A SS

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): J Portman (15 wins from 85 runners, 18%) runs BROAD APPEAL TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Mulholland (4 wins from 16 runners, 25%) runs MAN OF THE SEA LONGEST TRAVELLER: CEDAR RAPIDS trained by M Hammond, Middleham, 235 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

The really interesting one is MAN OF THE SEA, who is very well weighted judged on his exploits in Jersey and the booking of a leading amateur is a sign of intent Fen Tiger is sure to be plugging on, with Idilico one to monitor in the market for a new yard down in class.

1-2-3: 1.MAN OF THE SEA (IRE) 2.FEN TIGER (IRE) 3.IDILICO (FR)

colours no horse

1 IDILICO (FR) (36) 1/40-234

8 11-2 (7)

B g Lawman (FR) - Ydillique (IRE) Mr Edward Vaughan (7)

West Buckland Bloodstock Ltd Alexandra Dunn, Wellington

Wertheimer & Frere Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Another creditable effort when fourth of 13 in handicap at Musselburgh (14f, good) 36 days ago. First run for yard after leaving Dianne Sayer and this represents a drop a class

2 FEN TIGER (IRE) (13) 050022 D

TFRHHHHI BHA60

5 10-13 (10)

B g Vadamos (FR) - Three Knots (IRE) Mr Ross Birkett Mrs C. T. Bushnell Julia Feilden, Newmarket

Tally-Ho Stud Vaillant UK

TIMEFORM VIEW Good second of 6 in handicap (4/1) at Brighton (11.9f, good) 13 days ago, clear of rest Raised 3lb on the back of that but a good test at this trip will help.

3 MAN OF THE SEA (IRE) (71) 34/312-2

TFRHHHHI BHA57

7 10-13 (4)

Ch g Born To Sea (IRE) - Hurricane Lily (IRE) Mr Simon Walker

Dajam Ltd Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

Stephanie Hanly

TIMEFORM VIEW Second of 4 in handicap at Les Landes (10f, firm, 2/5) 71 days ago. Given a massive chance by the handicapper back in a conventional British handicap. TFRHHHHH BHA57

4 NEVENDON (GB) (28) 00-4223

6 10-12 (11)

B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Unex Mona Lisa Miss Katie Martin (7)

West Buckland Bloodstock Ltd Alexandra Dunn, Wellington

Stetchworth & Middle Park Studs Ltd

Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed 3 times at this venue during the summer but unable to continue the good work when last of 6 in handicap hurdle at Southwell 9 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA56

5 JOHN BETJEMAN (GB) (135) 0/0/02-32

B g Poet’s Voice - A Great Beauty

Robin Gillard and Rory Gillard

7 10-12 (3)

Mr Freddie Gordon

Mark Gillard, Sherborne

Plantation Stud Ascot Park Polo Club

TIMEFORM VIEW 11/4, creditable second of 7 in handicap hurdle at Worcester (16f, good) 93 days ago. Off 93 days but placed twice on the level during the spring and he can make his presence felt again. TFRHHHII BHA56

6 BALGOWAN (IRE) (24) 45-4405

Ch g Australia - Star Search

4 10-11 (14)

Mr Henry Main (3)

Mrs Kate Kenyon Milton Harris, Warminster

The Kathryn Stud Bresbet

TIMEFORM VIEW Fifth of 8 in handicap at this C&D (good to firm, 40/1) 24 days ago, pulling hard but sticking pretty well to his task TFRHHIII BHA55

7 NAKANO (IRE) (29) 460605

B f Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Silky (IRE)

Mrs C. L. Smith

Bages Ltd

VIEW

3 10-10 (6)

Miss Sophie Smith

Newmarket

Racing

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor S

B g Dragon Pulse (IRE) - Before The Storm

Miss Alice Stevens

Gangbusters Alexandra Dunn, Wellington

Barouche Stud (Ire) Ltd

Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWPulled up in handicap hurdle at Southwell (15.8f, good to firm, 40/1) 9 days ago. Cheekpieces on for

9 CEDAR RAPIDS (IRE) (18) 406000

Ch g Australia - Song of My Heart (IRE)

Barran & Hogg

5 10-9 (12)

Miss Becky Smith

Micky Hammond, Middleham

Sir Robert Ogden Micky Hammond Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Fifteen runs since sole win in 2022 Eighth of 10 in handicap at Ripon (9.8f, good, 66/1) 18 days ago.

10 BROAD APPEAL (GB) (10) 050653 D

Ch g Medicean - Shy Appeal (IRE)

9 10-4 (9)

Mr James Harding

Mr J G. B. Portman Jonathan Portman, Upper Lambourn

Mr S. Dibb & Mr J Repard Pump Technology Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Eighteen runs since last win in 2020 Creditable third of 9 in handicap (6/1) at this C&D (firm) 10 days ago, missing break and off the bridle early but he did stick to his task.

11 SILVER ATOM (IRE) (16) 500 5 10-2

Gr g Vadamos (FR) - Dalaway (IRE) Miss Brodie Hampson

Mrs Emma Palmer Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn

Joe Murphy Archie Watson Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden on Flat. Eighth of 9 in maiden at Chelmsford City (8f, 250/1) 16 days ago.

cantly up in trip Makes handicap debut for good yard.

BHA46 12 STREET JESTER (GB) (43) 142/-000 CD

B g Avonbridge - Street Diva (USA)

Zoe Lewis (7)

Mr R. U. Miles Deborah Faulkner, Chepstow

Mr R. U. Miles

TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner Cheekpieces on for first time, last of 13 in handicap at this C&D (good, 28/1)

14 DUCHESS (FR) (3) 606066

4 10-2 (1)

Mr Fletcher Yarham (3) Quieter Than A Mouse Syndicate John Berry, Newmarket

Ch f The Grey Gatsby (IRE) - Queen To Be (IRE)

E.A.R.L. Haras Du Logis et al

TIMEFORM VIEW 33/1, sixth of 7 in handicap at this course (14f, good to firm) 3 days ago.

TFRHHIII BHA44

2022:MEETING ABANDONED DECLARED RUNNERS 14 Blinkers worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 4, 8, 9, 14. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 8, 9, 13.

Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Man of The Sea (IRE), 13-2 Fen Tiger (IRE), 8-1 John Betjeman (GB), 9-1 Nevendon (GB), 11-1 Idilico (FR), 12-1 Silver Atom (IRE), 14-1 Nakano (IRE), 16-1 Broad Appeal (GB), 22-1 Pyrrhic Dancer (IRE), 25-1 Beat The Storm (IRE), 28-1 Balgowan (IRE), 33-1 Cedar Rapids (IRE), 40-1 Street Jester (GB), Duchess (FR)

RACE RESULT:

POSITION OF STALLS

Sprints - Centre

Remainder - Inside

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THE BETFRED CHAMPAGNE STAKES

(CLASS 1) (Group 2)

for two yrs old colts and geldings x Total prize fund £120000

Owners Prize Money 1st £55968, 2nd £22872, 3rd £11436, 4th £5724. (Penalty Value £71040)

colours no horse

1 IBERIAN (IRE) (46) 12

Br B c Lope de Vega (IRE) - Bella Estrella (IRE)

O Teme Valley & Ballylinch Stud Charles Hills, Lambourn

B Ballylinch Stud Stonegate Homes S

TIMEFORMVIEW Wellbackedwhentaking13-runnernoviceeventatNewburyover6.5f,ondebutinJune.Againwellsupportedwhen length second in Vintage Stakes at Goodwood (7f, good to soft) 46 days ago, still green. Can do better again. TFRHHHHI BHA101

2 MOUNTAIN BEAR (IRE) (21) 61034

Br Br c No Nay Never (USA) - Holy Alliance (IRE) Ryan Moore

O Mrs John Magnier,Mr M.Tabor & Mr D.Smith Aidan O’Brien, Ireland

B Whisperview Trading Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Maiden winner in June. Better form upped in grade in defeat since, though at thesame time his limitations have rather been exposed, 2 1/2 lengths fourth of 10 to in Group 3 at the Curragh (6f, good, 5/2) 21 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA101

3 POWER MODE (USA) (22) 140

Br Ch c Speightstown (USA) - Beyond Our Reach (IRE) Kieran O’Neill J

O Mrs Annette O’Callaghan Alice Haynes, Newmarket T

B John D. Gunther & Nicole Gunther

TIMEFORMVIEWKnew his job when making a winning start at Yarmouth in July and improved on that form pitched straight into Group 3 companywhenfourthin6-runnerPrixdeCabourgatDeauville(6f).LimitationsratherexposedinGimcracksince.

4 ROSALLION (IRE) (49) 11 D

Br B c Blue Point (IRE) - Rosaline (IRE) Sean Levey J

O Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum Richard Hannon, Marlborough T

B Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum TIMEFORMVIEWJustifiedmarketconfidencewhenmakingawinningdebutatNewburyandfollowedupinmostimpressivefashioninthePat EdderyatAscot,beatingasubsequentwinnerby4lengthsinagoodtime.Setsaclearstandardandhardtobeat

5 SUNWAY (FR) (49) 16 D 9-2 (4)

Br B c Galiway - Kensea (FR) Oisin Murphy J

O Guy Pariente Hold,T Lines & Qatar Racing David Menuisier, Pulborough T

B Guy Pariente Holding SPRL

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising sort who had plenty in hand when making a winning racecourse bow at Sandown (7f, good) but was 15 1/4 lengths behind Rosallion in the Pat Eddery at Ascot (7f, good to soft) 49 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA93

DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2022: CHALDEAN 2 9 2 Frankie Dettori 2-1 (Andrew Balding) 3 ran

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 5.

Stewards Note:

SUNWAY: Following its run on 29/7/2023 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly

Probable S.P’s: 8-15 Rosallion (IRE), 7-2 Iberian (IRE), 14-1 Mountain Bear (IRE), 16-1 Sunway (FR), 40-1 Power Mode (USA)

PLAY SMARTER

Hard to oppose ROSALLION, who looked potentially very smart when slamming his rivals in the Pat Eddery at Ascot Iberian was still green when runner-up in the Vintage Stakes at Glorious Goodwood and is a clear next best

SECOND RACE 2.15

ABOUT ONE MILE (ABT 8F) FOR TWO YRS OLD

THE LOUD HIRE NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £7400

Owners Prize Money. 1st £3055, 2nd £1528, 3rd £764, 4th £382, 5th £191. (Penalty Value £3873.16) SS

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): R Hannon (20 wins from 153 runners, 13%) runs BLUE COLLAR TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Hannon (14 wins from 61 runners, 23%) runs BLUE COLLAR LONGEST TRAVELLER: MISTER DAYDREAM trained by C Johnston, Middleham, 235 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

QUICKFIRE comes here on the back of a very good Salisbury second so looks the way to go racing off a 2lb lower mark now. Tactical Control is feared most in his bid for a breakthrough success ahead of another in-form maiden Blue Collar

1-2-3: 1.QUICKFIRE 2.TACTICAL CONTROL

3.BLUE COLLAR (IRE)

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor S

colours no horse st lb Draw

1 CENTURION DREAM (IRE) (20) 436

9-11 (2)

B c Kodiac - Syann (IRE) Finley Marsh Centurion Racing Syndicate Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn Lynn Lodge Stud Centurion Club Management Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. Sixth of 8 in maiden (10/1) at Goodwood (8f, soft) 20 days ago. Makes handicap debut.

2 BLUE COLLAR (IRE) (23) 0640

TFRHHHII BHA77

9-9 (4)

B c Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Navigate By Stars (IRE) Sam Hitchcott

Mr Michael Pescod Richard Hannon, Marlborough

JC Bloodstock Limited Chibley Farm Partnership

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. 11/1, respectable twelfth of 20 in nursery at York (7f, good to firm) 23 days ago. In the mix.

3 UNREAL CONNECTION (GB) (29) 601

TFRHHHII BHA75

9-7 (5)

B f Calyx - Susan Stroman Rhys Clutterbuck

Mr Derren Woods Amanda Perrett, Pulborough Woodley Park Farm & Stud Tattersalls

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced winner 18/1, won 9-runner maiden at Epsom (7f, good to firm) 29 days ago. Much respected on her handicap debut.

4 MISTER DAYDREAM (IRE) (28) 026

TFRHHHII BHA73

9-6 (6)

B c Make Believe - Teo’s Sister (IRE) Ross Coakley

Kingsley Park 32 - The Originals Charlie Johnston, Middleham

J. S. Bolger Johnston Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden 22/1, sixth of 9 in minor event at Ripon (8f, good to soft) 28 days ago. Makes handicap debut with more needed.

5 TACTICAL CONTROL (GB) (16) 0045

TFRHHHII BHA72

9-5 (1)

B c Land Force (IRE) - Basque Beauty Charles Bishop

Victorious Racing & Fawzi Nass

Charles Hills, Lambourn

Rachel Countess of Coventry Oliver St Lawrence Bloodstock Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. 8/1, creditable fifth of 8 in nursery at Newcastle (7.1f) 16 days ago.

Shortlisted.

6 QUICKFIRE (GB) (15) 051062

TFRHHHHI BHA71

9-4 (3)

B c Land Force (IRE) - Byrony (IRE) Billy Loughnane

Laurence Bellman Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn

Mr & Mrs C. Booth & Mrs S. Cammidge ABM Catering Facilities Management

TIMEFORMVIEWWinner at Lingfield in June 9/2, very good second of 3 in nursery at Salisbury (8f, soft) 15 days ago. Leading claims

DECLARED RUNNERS 6

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Unreal Connection (GB), 9-2 Blue Collar (IRE), Quickfire (GB), 11-2 Centurion Dream (IRE), 15-2

Daydream (IRE), 8-1

(GB)

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THE BETFRED PORTLAND (Class 2 Heritage Handicap)

for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £100000 Owners Prize Money 1st £40630, 2nd £20320, 3rd £10160, 4th £5080, 5th £2540, 6th £1270. (Penalty Value £51540) 7 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

1 ANNAF (IRE) (7) 034060 D

Br Br c Muhaarar - Shimah (USA)

O FOSNIC RACING Michael Appleby, Oakham T

B Shadwell Estate Company Limited Trade Access Panels Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWSmartperformerontheAW,completing6fhat-trickinListedcompanyatLingfieldinFebruary RanhisbestraceonturfwhenthirdinKing’sStandatRoyal AscotandnotdisgracedinfaceofastifftaskwhenseventhinHaydock’sSprintCuplasttime.Noforlornhopebackinhandicapcompany

2 KING’S LYNN (GB) (42) 0-02060 CD

(5) Br B g Cable Bay (IRE) - Kinematic Oisin Murphy J

O Mr A. M. Balding Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T

B The Queen Kingsclere Stud S

TIMEFORMVIEW Landed Group 2 Temple Stakes in the early stages of last season and has since posted several creditable efforts in defeat Rare below-par run in Stewards’ Cup at Goodwood last time but he’s the sort to bounce back. TFRHHHII BHA104

3 CHIPSTEAD (GB) (35) 0-01054 D

5 9-9 (1)

Br B h Mayson - Charlotte Rosina Frederick Larson (3) J

O Homecroft,

Proved better than ever when scoring at York (5f) in May

since though, fourth in 5f Ascot handicap last time, so needs to get back on the up.

TIMEFORMVIEWResumedwinningwaysin5fBathListedcontest(goodtosoft)inAprilbutlimitationssubsequentlyexposedinthe Temple Stakes at Haydock and the King’s Stand at Royal Ascot More needed on her handicap debut

(FR) - Joyeaux

041-30

O Doug Graham,Ian Davison,Alan Drysdale 1

Dods, Darlington T

B Redgate BStock & Peter Bottowley BStock Denton Hall Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Tough and likeable C&D winner who shaped as if needing the run after 4 months off when eleventh of 13 in handicap at Newcastle (5f) 16 days ago. No surprise to see him get back on track here. TFRHHHII BHA100

6 ABERAMA GOLD (GB) (21) 105110 CD

Br B g Heeraat (IRE) - Nigella

O Mr Evan M. Sutherland

Daniel Tudhope J

David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T

B Mrs J. McMahon Gain Equine Nutrition S

TIMEFORMVIEWDualwinnerforKeithDalgleishinJuneandhastakenhisformtoanotherlevelforhisnewyardwithfurther6fsuccessatYorkand inStewards’CupatGoodwood.NotbestdrawnwhenbeatingonlyoneatYorklasttimeandstillcan’tbetakenlightly TFRHHHII BHA100

7 BADRI (GB) (16) 610202 D

6 9-6 (7)

Br B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Penny Drops Ryan Sexton (3) J

O RJH Ltd and Mr D Padgett

Julie Camacho, Malton T

B Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook McIvors.co.uk S

TIMEFORMVIEW 4-time winner this year for Ruth Carr and he started out for his new yard with a good second of 13 in handicap at Newcastle (5f) 16 days ago. Needs considering off an unchanged mark.

8 INTRINSIC BOND (GB) (24) 200120 CD BF

TFRHHHII BHA100

6 9-5 (8)

Br B g Intrinsic - Misu Billy Adam Farragher (3) J

O Mr David Tate & Mr Daniel Lawson

B David Tate

Michael Wigham, Newmarket T

Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEWWontheGreatStWilfridatRiponforTracyWaggottlastsummerandtookhisformtoanewlevelwhenlanding

5f Ascot handicap for new yard in July Only 13th at York (5f) last time but the sort to bounce back. TFRHHHII BHA99

9 MAKANAH (GB) (24) 1-05404 C D

8 9-2 (18)

Br B g Mayson - Diane’s Choice Callum Rodriguez J

O Axom LXXI Julie Camacho, Malton T

B Y. E. Mullin & Theobalds Stud Axom Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner who comes here on the back of a good fourth of 20 in handicap at York (5.4f, good to firm) 24 days ago. One for the shortlist

TFRHHHII BHA96

10 GET IT (GB) (9) 200241 D 5 9-2

Br B g Twilight Son - Pine Ridge

O MyRacehorse & Partners

B Wood Hall Stud

Marquand J

HHHII BHA96

TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark for his current yard with a career best in 13-runner handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 9 days ago. Not dismissed despite taking a 4lb rise.

11 DREAM COMPOSER (FR) (35) 301003 D BF

Br B g Dream Ahead (USA) - High Spice (USA)

O Peter Clarke Racing Partners

Evans, Kinnersley T B Khalifa Dasmal

TIMEFORMVIEW Hasshownimprovedformthisyear bagginghisthirdhandicapsuccessofthecampaignatSandown in July Not seen to best effect when third of 10 at Ascot (5f, good) 35 days ago. One to consider

12 EXISTENT (GB) (7) 050265 5 9-1

Br B g Kingman - Entity

O Mrs J. Morley Stuart Williams, Newmarket T

B Cheveley Park Stud Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW It’s now eighteen runs since his last win in 2022 but he posted a respectable fifth of 13 to Call Me Ginger in handicap at Ascot (5f, firm) 7 days ago. Possibilities.

13 SIGNIFICANTLY (GB) (42) 00-4126 D

Br B g Garswood - Rosebride

Park Stud Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWResumedwinningwaysforcurrentyardatHaydockinJulyandhasrunwellonbothstartssince,leadinglongwaywhen sixth of 27 to Aberama Gold in Stewards’ Cup at Goodwood 42 days ago. Can go well again back in distance,

14 TEES SPIRIT (GB) (7) 0-60002 C D

HHHHI BHA94

5 8-13 (22)

Br Br g Swiss Spirit - Mistress Twister Mia Nicholls (7) J

O Ingleby Bloodstock Ltd & The Ivy League Adrian Nicholls, Sessay T

B Ingleby Bloodstock Ltd Scott Bros Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved last season when scoring 5 times (including here) and he got back on track when second of 12 at Haydock last time. Well in the mix off the same mark. TFRHHHII BHA93

15 HURRICANE IVOR (IRE) (14) 530000 CD

6 8-12 (15)

Br B g Ivawood (IRE) - Quickstep Queen Richard Kingscote J

O Mrs Fiona Carmichael Mrs J. Harrington, Ireland T

B J. & P. McLoughney Fine & Country Jersey Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW 2021 winner of this contest but he arrives well below par, last of 7 in handicap at Navan (5f, good to soft) 14 days ago. Needs to take a big step forward. TFRHHIII BHA92

16 THE BIG BOARD (IRE) (9) 011040 C D

3 8-12 (21)

Br B f Profitable (IRE) - Singapore Lilly (IRE) Sean Levey J

O King Power Racing Co Ltd Richard Hannon, Marlborough T

B Oak Leaf Stud King Power International Co Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Much improved in 2023 and bagged her third win at Ascot in July Not disgraced when fading seventh of 10 at Salisbury (6f) 9 days ago and one to consider with this shorter trip a plus. TFRHHHHI BHA94

17 VINTAGE CLARETS (GB) (24) 113606

4 8-12 (2)

Br B g Ardad (IRE) - Enchanted Princess Oisin Orr J

O Mr A Tattersall & Partner Richard Fahey, Malton T

B M. E. Broughton Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEWWonatChesterinJuneandfollowedupinreadyfashionintheGosforthParkCupatNewcastle.Postedanother solid effort when sixth of 20 in handicap at York (5.4f) 24 days ago so ought to be in the shake-up again. TFRHHHHI BHA92

18

DUSKY LORD (GB) (16) 301-000 D

5 8-12 (16)

Br B g Twilight Son - Petit Trianon Stefano Cherchi J

O Mrs J. Morley Stuart Williams, Newmarket T

B Select Bloodstock Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful 5f/6f scorer in 2022 but he hasn’t been firing this season and came in last of 13 at Newcastle 16 days ago. Cheekpieces go back on but others are more persuasive. TFRHHIII BHA92

19 CALL ME GINGER (GB) (7) 540011 CD 7 8-11 (4)

Br Ch g Orientor - Primo Heights

Amie Waugh (5) J

O Johnnie Delta Racing Jim Goldie, Glasgow T

B Jim Goldie Jim Goldie Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3 times last year, notably in this, and right back on song of late with fluent successes at Chester and Ascot Remains on a good mark despite a 4lb rise and he’s a big player in his bid for a repeat victory TFRHHHHH BHA91

20 HAYMAKER (GB) (7) 314206 D

4 8-7 (19)

Br B g Muhaarar - Squash Joey Haynes J

O Collett, Morrison & Partners Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley T

B Kirtlington Stud & Mrs Mary Taylor Bridgend Hotel S

TIMEFORMVIEW Scored at Windsor (6f) in May and has largely held his form well since, close sixth of 13 to Call Me Ginger at Ascot (5f, firm) 7 days ago. Can give another good account eased 1lb here. TFRHHHII BHA87

21 KIMNGRACE (IRE) (24) 500550 D

4 8-7 (17)

Br B f Profitable (IRE) - Estonia George Rooke J

O Mr A. Whelan Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn T

B Colin Kennedy The Garden Cider Company Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW ListedwinneratLingfieldinFebruarybutmainlybelowparsinceuntilcatchingtheeyewhennever-nearereighthof14 in handicap at York (5f) 24 days ago. Has wonon a soft surface and handily weighted if building on that now TFRHHHHI BHA87

22 LIVE IN THE MOMENT (IRE) (11) 236401 D

6 8-7 (10)

Br Ch g Zebedee - Approaching Autumn Kieran O’Neill J

O Steve & Jolene de’Lemos Alice Haynes, Newmarket T

B Thomas Hassett Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEW Endedalengthylosingrun(inachangeofheadgear)in11-runnerhandicapatGoodwood(6f,goodtofirm) 11 days ago, always holding on. Not dismissed with blinkers retained despite taking a 3lb rise. TFRHHHII BHA87

DECLARED RUNNERS 22 2022: CALL ME GINGER 6 8 7 Amie Waugh 20-1 (Jim Goldie) 19 ran

Hood worn by No. 10. Blinkers worn by No. 22. Visor worn by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 18.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 12, 13, 18, 21.

Stewards Note:

ABERAMA GOLD: Following its run on 26/8/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

TEES SPIRIT: Following its run on 9/9/2023 it was reported that the horse jumped awkwardly from stalls.

THE BIG BOARD: Following its run on 7/9/2023 it was reported that the horse suffered interference late-on.

Probable S.P’s: 11-1 Call Me Ginger (GB), 12-1 Badri (GB), Get It (GB), 14-1 Intrinsic Bond (GB), 16-1 Significantly (GB), Haymaker (GB), 18-1 Happy Romance (IRE), Aberama Gold (GB), Makanah (GB), Dream Composer (FR), Live In The Moment (IRE), 20-1 Tees Spirit (GB), 22-1 King’s Lynn (GB), Hurricane Ivor (IRE), 25-1 Annaf (IRE), 28-1 Chipstead (GB), Kimngrace (IRE), 33-1 Dakota Gold (GB), Existent (GB), The Big Board (IRE), Vintage Clarets (GB), 100-1 Dusky Lord (GB)

Last year’s victor CALL ME GINGER looks to have arrived in peak form again and can complete a quick hat-trick after stylish recent successes at Chester and Ascot The Big Board could find this intermediate trip to his liking and is feared most, although Significantly is another who could shine at this distance and merits serious consideration. Vintage Clarets, Kimngrace and Aberama Gold complete the shortlist in a fiercely competitive renewal of the Portland.

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THIRD RACE 2.50

ABOUT ONE MILE (ABT 8F) FOR MAIDEN TWO YRS OLD

THE EBF THORN BAKER OMNIA RESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 4) (horses in Bands C & D run no more than 3 times) (EBF Rest Qual) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £9950

Owners Prize Money. 1st £4246, 2nd £2122, 3rd £1062, 4th £530. (Penalty Value £5372.99) SS

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): J S Moore (10 wins from 115 runners, 9%) runs HIELORAY & YOU AND WHOSE ARMY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): C Johnston (5 wins from 64 runners, 8%) runs SURGING TIDE

LONGEST TRAVELLER: SURGING TIDE trained by C Johnston, Middleham, 235 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

ROCKET WARRIOR just holds the edge on form and with the prospect of more to come then Marco Botti’s son of Saxon Warrior edges the vote from Continuance, who also remains with potential on the back of his recent Goodwood fifth. Hieloray is another who can have a say if building on his Chepstow fourth.

1-2-3: 1.ROCKET WARRIOR (IRE) 2.CONTINUANCE 3.HIELORAY (IRE)

colours no horse st lb Draw

1 SNEAKY BLINDER (FR) (-)

9-7 (10)

B c Magna Grecia (IRE) - Nouvelle Voie (FR) Billy Loughnane

Sneaky Blinder Syndicate Tom Ward, Upper Lambourn

Al Shaqab Racing & S.C.E.A Des Prairies Smulders

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 23 €40,000 yearling, €40,000 2-y-o, Magna Grecia colt Dam, French 2-y-o 7f winner, half-sister to smart 1m/9f winner Tigah out of German 6.5f/7f winner Macina Market can guide. TFRHHHII BHA-

2 SURFER DUDE (IRE) (31) 04

9-7 (4)

B c Waldgeist - Tidewalker (IRE) Lewis Edmunds Foursome Thoroughbreds William Muir & Chris Grassick, Lambourn

S.H. Bloodstock Limited Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced colt Last of 4 in minor event (20/1) at Ffos Las (7.4f, soft) 31 days ago.

TFRHHIII BHA-

3 WILLY CAMPBELL (IRE) (101) 0 9-7 (7)

B c James Garfield (IRE) - Jane Rose (IRE) Liam Keniry

Mr N. Pickett Sylvester Kirk, Upper Lambourn

Jane Rose Partnership Thames Ceilings Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW 125/1, ninth of 10 in maiden at Newbury (6.5f, firm) on debut. Off 101 days Up in trip.

4 CONTINUANCE (GB) (20) (2lb) 655

TFRHHIII BHA-

9-5 (2)

B c Postponed (IRE) - Caravela (IRE) Charles Bishop

Jon and Julia Aisbitt Jack Channon, West Ilsley

Jon and Julia Aisbitt Jack Channon Racing Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWPromising individual. Fifth of 8 in maiden at Goodwood (8f, soft, 8/1) 20 days ago. Likely to improve so holds good claims

5 HIELORAY (IRE) (19) (2lb) 04

TFRHHHHI BHA72

9-5 (8)

Gr c Phoenix of Spain (IRE) - Lismore (USA) Taylor Fisher (3)

O Humphrey A Favell R Humphrey J S Moore

J. S. Moore, Upper Lambourn

Mr T. J. Rooney Roy Humphrey Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced colt. Fourth of 13 in maiden at Chepstow (7.1f, good, 100/1) 19 days ago, nearest finish In the mix.

6

LEGUIZAMO (IRE) (19) (2lb) 0

B g Churchill (IRE) - Syrena (IRE)

TFRHHHII BHA-

9-5 (5)

Trevor Whelan

Red Post Racing Ollie Sangster, Marlborough

Whisperview Trading Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW 18/1, seventh of 13 in maiden at Chepstow (7.1f, good) on debut 19 days ago. Open to improvement.

7

TFRHHHII BHA-

ROCKET WARRIOR (IRE) (20) (2lb) 04 9-5 (1)

Ch c Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Moonlit View (IRE)

Harry Davies

Marco Botti, Newmarket Mattock Equine Ltd Marco Botti Ltd

Keep Kicking Racing & Les Boyer

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced son of Saxon Warrior who posted a much better effort when fourth of 11 in minor event (28/1) at Yarmouth (7f, good) 20 days ago. May do better still Big shout.

TFRHHHHH BHA-

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor S

8

YOU AND WHOSE ARMY (IRE) (-) (2lb) 9-5 (6)

B g Invincible Army (IRE) - Sojitzen (FR)

Callum Hutchinson (3)

Eventmasters Racing & J S Moore J. S. Moore, Upper Lambourn

Abbeville Stud Partnership Eventmasters Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW€14,000foal,€3,000yearling.Half-brotherto2-y-o5fwinnerLeoube(byKodiac).Dammaidenhalf-sistertosmart winner up to 1 1/4m Lady Deauville out of French Group 11/2m winner Mercalle. Worth a market check. TFRHHHII BHA-

9 SURGING TIDE (IRE) (20) 00

9-2 (3)

B f Sea The Moon (GER) - Swift Action (IRE) Ross Coakley

Mrs S. Rowett Charlie Johnston, Middleham

Lynch Bages & Camas Park Stud Johnston Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced filly. Eighth of 13 in maiden at Beverley (7.4f, good, 10/1) 20 days ago, doing too much too soon.

TFRHHHII BHA-

10 MISS DUBAI (GB) (17) (2lb) 06 9-0 (9)

B f Ribchester (IRE) - Nawkhatha (USA) George Bass (3)

Nasir Askar Denis Coakley, West Ilsley

The Nawkhatha Partnership Denis Coakley Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced filly. 40/1, sixth of 8 in minor event at Kempton (8f) 17 days ago.

TFRHHIII BHADECLARED RUNNERS 10

Stewards Note:

CONTINUANCE: Following its run on 27/8/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

HIELORAY: Following its run on 28/8/2023 it was reported that the horse ran green.

LEGUIZAMO: Following its run on 28/8/2023 it was reported that the horse ran green.

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Continuance (GB), 11-4 Rocket Warrior (IRE), 10-1 Sneaky Blinder (FR), Hieloray (IRE), 11-1 Surging Tide (IRE), 12-1 Leguizamo (IRE), 20-1 You And Whose Army (IRE), 33-1 Willy Campbell (IRE), Miss Dubai (GB), 50-1 Surfer Dude (IRE)

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME

The

THE BETFRED PARK STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 2)

for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £120000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £53472, 2nd £21948, 3rd £10980, 4th £5484, 5th £2748, 6th £1368. (Penalty Value £68052)

VIEW Much improved since gelding and fitted with a hood, reappearing to win a 7f Newmarket Group 3 in July by 2

VIEW Second in the Victoria Cup at Ascot in the spring and took his form up another when landing the Bunbury Cup

goodtosoft)inJuly NotathisbestintheInternationalatAscotsinceandhasabittofindnowsteppinguptopatternlevel.

(IRE) (21) 5-50120 D

Pye-Jeary and David Ian

BetterthaneverwhenwinningGroup3JohnofGauntatHaydockinJuneandbackedthatupwhen2lengthssecondtoAudience(concededhim 3lb)inCriterionatNewmarketinJuly WellbelowparintheCityofYorklatestbuthedidraceawayfromwherethemainactionunfolded.

(IRE) (21) 000300 D

Improvedperformerthisseason,winningaThirskconditionsraceonreappearanceandaGroup3atDeauvilleinJuly

allgunsblazingwhenjusttouchedoffinthePrixMauricedeGheestbackDeauville(6.5f,soft)lastmonth.Leadingclaims. TFRHHHHH BHA110

6 SANDRINE (GB) (21) 0-25063 D

4 9-3 (6)

Br B f Bobby’s Kitten (USA) - Seychelloise Oisin Murphy J

O Miss K. Rausing Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T

B Miss K. Rausing

TIMEFORMVIEWWontheLennoxlastseason.Bestrunof2023when3/4-lengththird(Audiencenarrowlyaheadinsecond)toKinrossinCity ofYork(7f,goodtofirm)3weeksago.First-timevisorwornonthatoccasionretained.Likelytobeonthepremises. TFRHHHII BHA113

DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2022: KINROSS 5 9 9 Frankie Dettori 5-6 (Ralph Beckett) 6 ran

Hood worn by No. 1. Visor worn by No. 6.

Stewards Note:

BIGGLES: Following its run on 29/7/2023 it was reported that the horse ran too free early on.

Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Spycatcher (IRE), 5-2 Audience (GB), 4-1 Sandrine (GB), 9-1 Biggles (GB), 14-1 Jumby (IRE), 40-1 Pogo (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

SPYCATCHER was taken out of the Haydock Sprint Cup last Saturday on account of the quickish ground and Karl Burke’s thriving 5-y-o can justify the decision to wait for a week and land the biggest prize of his career Last month’s City of York 2-3 Audience and Sandrine can give him most to do.

FOURTH RACE 3.25

ONE MILE ABOUT SIX FURLONGS (ABT 14F) FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE THORN BAKER ALLIANZ XENIA

BATH SUMMER STAYERS’ SERIES FINAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)

Total prize fund £30000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £12189, 2nd £6096, 3rd £3048, 4th £1524, 5th £762, 6th £381. (Penalty Value £15462) 6 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): E J-Houghton (18 wins from 109 runners, 17%) runs GREASED LIGHTNING

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): E J-Houghton (5 wins from 31 runners, 16%) runs GREASED LIGHTNING

LONGEST TRAVELLER: BEGGARMAN trained by H Morrison, East Ilsley, 153 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

A competitive handicap with plenty arriving in top form, and a tentative vote goes to BEGGARMAN, who’s taken to gain reward for a consistent spell now fitted with first-time eyeshields and visor. Lusaka, Cherry Cola and Zillion are a trio of potential threats.

1-2-3: 1.BEGGARMAN 2.LUSAKA (IRE) 3.CHERRY COLA

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor S

colours

1 LUSAKA (IRE) (24) 051151 CD

5 9-12 (6)

B g The Last Lion (IRE) - Jumeirah Palm Star Taylor Fisher (3)

Burnham P & D Ltd John Flint, Bridgend Rabbah Bloodstock Limited Burnham Plastering & Drylining Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW 3 wins from 7 runs this year, latest in 14-runner handicap over C&D (good to firm, 6/1) 24 days ago by 3/4 length from Cherry Cola, responding well Thriving at present and highly likely to go well again TFRHHHHI BHA72

2 RUSSIAN RUMOUR (IRE) (24) 213520 CD

6 9-9 (11)

B m Make Believe - Russian Rave Trevor Whelan Fillies First Jonathan Portman, Upper Lambourn

John O’Connor Pump Technology Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in June who wasn’t disgraced when 5 1/4 lengths ninth of 14 to Lusaka in handicap (17/2) at this C&D (good to firm) 24 days ago.

3 CHERRY COLA (GB) (3) 332421 CD

TFRHHHII BHA69

7 9-9 (in 4lb ex) (5)

Ch m Sixties Icon - Rose Cheval (USA) Rose Dawes (5)

The Affordable Partnership Sheena West, Lewes Norman Court Stud Southdowns Unleashed

TIMEFORM VIEW Reliable sort who doubled her tally for the season in 7-runner handicap at this C&D (good to firm)

3 days ago, kept up to work Merits respect under a 4-lb penalty.

4 MASTERDREAM (FR) (33) 00-5310

B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Santa Christiana (FR)

TFRHHHHI BHA65

6 9-8 (7)

Millie Wonnacott (5)

Mr Dave Harris Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

Haras de Saint Julien & A.Tamagni-Bodmer Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Ffos Las in July and shaped as if still in good form when eighth of 13 in 2m handicap at Kempton 33 days ago.

5 HIDDEN DEPTHS (IRE) (80) 10/142-3 CD

TFRHHHII BHA68

8 9-6 (2)

B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Liber Nauticus (IRE) Liam Keniry

Mr A. J. Russell Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

Ballymacoll Stud Farm Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW 3-time C&D winner who ran below form on most recent jumps outing, but he’s not the type to stay down for too long, so a better showing likely now returned to the Flat.

6 DIRHAM EMIRATI (IRE) (28) 004113 CD BF

TFRHHHII BHA66

5 9-2 (14)

B g Vadamos (FR) - Allez Y (IRE) Connor Planas (3)

Ashley, Carr, Duncan, Ives, Moorhead

Gary Moore, Horsham

Fairway Thoroughbreds KM Elite Products Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual C&D winner in July who lost nothing in defeat when 1 1/2 lengths third of 10 to Zillion in handicap at this course (13f, good to soft) 28 days ago. Likely to remain competitive.

TFRHHHII BHA62

7 BOOK OF TALES (GB) (80) 343112 CD 3 9-1 (12)

B g Ribchester (IRE) - Dream Book Charles Bishop

Stratford Racecourse 4 Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton

Godolphin Merribelle Stable Llc

TIMEFORMVIEWImprovedimmediatelyfittedwithblinkerswhenlandingback-to-backhandicapsinJunebeforefindingonlyonetoogoodinhishat-trickbid

TookwelltohurdlingwhenmakingawinningstartforhisnewyardatFontwelllastmonthandwarrantsrespectbackinthissphere.

TFRHHHII BHA69

9-0

Ch g Toronado (IRE) - Let’s Dance (IRE) Billy Loughnane

Howses Stud Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley

Howses Stud Bridgend Hotel

TIMEFORM VIEW 16/5, good second of 10 in handicap at this course (13f, good to soft) 28 days ago. Eyeshields/visor on for 1st time. Remains of interest TFRHHHHH BHA60

9 GREASED LIGHTNING (GB) (24) 636134 BF 3 9-0 (4)

Ch g Lightning Spear - How High The Sky (IRE) Georgia Dobie (3)

Mrs S Keable & Partner Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury

Whatton Manor Stud & Robert Cornelius ABM Catering Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Opened his account for the season at Windsor in July and has shaped as if still in good form both outings subsequently, latest when 1 1/2 lengths fourth of 14 to Lusaka over C&D. TFRHHHII BHA68

10 ZILLION (IRE) (28) 66-0411 C

9 8-13 (1)

B g Zebedee - Redelusion (IRE) Callum Hutchinson (3)

Miss Jane Edgar & Mr D. V. Gardner Susan Gardner, Longdown

Ken Lynch Woodhayes Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Is in his best form for years, following up his Chepstow success in 10-runner handicap (17/2) at this course (13f, good to soft) 28 days ago. Can give another good account in his hat-trick bid. TFRHHHHI BHA59

11 ENDOFASTORM (IRE) (28) 536605

4 8-6 (8)

B f Galileo Gold - Red Fuschia William Cox

Mrs S. Ponting Joe Ponting, Wotton-Under-Edge

Thomas Foy

TIMEFORM VIEW Bounced straight back to form when 2 3/4 lengths fifth of 10 to Zillion in handicap (14/1) at this course (13f, good to soft) 28 days ago.

T (GB) (10) 3-53002 D 8 8-2 (10)

HHHII BHA52 12

Gr m Aussie Rules (USA) - Fairy Slipper Elisha Whittington (5) Dajam Ltd Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

Wood Farm Stud (Waresley)

TIMEFORM VIEW Fared better than of late when second of 9 in handicap at this course (11.6f, firm, 6/1) 10 days ago. Up in trip 1lb out of the weights.

13 MOLLIANA (GB) (28) 354100

TFRHHHII BHA47

8 8-2 (3)

B m Olden Times - The Screamer (IRE) Mollie Phillips (3)

Dajam Ltd Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

Norman Court Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Les Landes in July but below form both outings since, looking a little tricky off the bridle latest 2lb out of the weights.

14 LADYPACKSAPUNCH (GB) (16) 300564

TFRHHHII BHA46

4 8-2 (9)

B f Time Test - Punchy Lady James Sullivan

Ms Michelle Harris Grace Harris, Shirenewton

Mr & Mrs Paul & Clare Rooney

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 22 Flat runs Creditable fourth of 9 in handicap at this C&D (good, 8/1) 16 days ago. 3lb out of the weights TFRHHHII BHA45

DECLARED RUNNERS 14

Visor, Eyeshields worn first time by No. 8. Blinkers worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 5, 13.

Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 6, 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 4, 5, 9, 13.

Probable S.P’s: 13-2 Cherry Cola (GB), 7-1 Zillion (IRE), 15-2 Dirham Emirati (IRE), 8-1 Lusaka (IRE), 17-2 Beggarman (GB), 10-1 Book of Tales (GB), 12-1 Greased Lightning (GB), 18-1 Princess T (GB), 20-1 Hidden Depths (IRE), Endofastorm (IRE), 22-1 Russian Rumour (IRE), 25-1 Masterdream (FR), Molliana (GB), 28-1 Ladypacksapunch (GB)

THE BETFRED ST LEGER STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 1) (British Champions Series)

for three yrs old colts and fillies x Total prize fund £743000

Owners Prize Money 1st £331081, 2nd £135895, 3rd £67985, 4th £33955, 5th £17015, 6th £8470. (Penalty Value £421355.30)

Fitri Hay TIMEFORMVIEWTakingdebutwinnerintheautumn.Hasn’tadvancedhisformasperhapsexpectedbothstartsthisyear4months apart, albeit he wasn’t seen to best effect in the Vinnie Roe Stakes. Retains potential but this

TIMEFORMVIEWRunner-upinFrenchGroup1onfinal2-y-ostartandreappearedtowintheChesterVaseinMay(bothheavyground).Notinthesameformonafirmersurface intheDerbyatEpsomandKingEdwardatAscotbutdroppedinclass,herespondedwelltoapositiveridewhenwinningGeoffreyFreerStakes,

3 CHESSPIECE (GB) (44) 1-31312

Br B c Nathaniel (IRE) - Royal Solitaire (IRE) James

GmbH & Co. KG Emirates Fly

S TIMEFORMVIEWPurchasedbyGodolphinaftertakinghandicapwinandimprovedwhenthirdtoGregoryintheQueen’sVaseatRoyalAscot(13/4m).Listed winneratHamiltonamonthlaterandlookedreadyforareturntothistripwhensecondintheGordonStakesatGoodwood.

4 CONTINUOUS (JPN) (24) 11-3021

Br B c Heart’s Cry (JPN) - Fluff (IRE)

J.Magnier,M.Tabor,Westerberg

B Orpendale, Chelston Ire & Wynatt

TIMEFORMVIEWLookedsmartwhenwinningboth2-y-ostarts.EncouragingreturnintheDanteandrookhisformtoawholenewlevelinawell-runrace whenadecisivewinneroftheGreatVoltigeurStakesatYork.Thatisthebestformonofferandthistripmaywellunlockmore.

5 DENMARK (GB) (7) 12-523 BF

(7)

Br B c Camelot - Board Meeting (IRE)

B Dayton Investments (Breeding) Limited

O’Brien, Ireland T

Tudhope J O D.Smith,Mrs J.Magnier,M.Tabor,Westerberg

TIMEFORMVIEWYettoaddtodebutsuccesslastsummerbutquietlyprogressivein3startsatupto14fthisterm.Looked a tricky ride in handicap company at Haydock and he’s hard to make a case for at this level.

6 DESERT HERO (GB) (44) 131-011

Br Ch c Sea The Stars (IRE) - Desert Breeze

O HM The King & HM The Queen

(1)

B The Queen TIMEFORMVIEWProducedasmartperformancewhenwinningthetraditionallyverystrongKingGeorge(Handicap)atRoyalAscotinJune.Overcame trickycircumstanceswhenfollowingupintheGordonStakesandhislimitmaynowhavebeenreachedtryinganewtrip.

7 GREGORY (GB) (24) 1113 BF

Br B c Golden Horn - Gretchen

O Wathnan Racing

B Normandie Stud Ltd

TFRHHHII BHA110

9-3 (3)

Kieran Shoemark J

John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket T

TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed debut impression when landing a Listed race at Goodwood and found bundles for pressure when maintaining his unbeaten record in the Queen’sVaseatRoyalAscot.CarriedapenaltyandturnedoverbyContinuousintheGreatVoltigeurbutreturntothistripverymuchinhisfavour.

8 MIDDLE EARTH (GB) (21) 2211

HHHHI BHA111

9-3 (5)

Br B c Roaring Lion (USA) - Roheryn (IRE) Oisin Murphy J

O Qatar Racing Limited

B The Roheryn Partnership

John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket T

Tweenhills Farm & Stud S

TIMEFORMVIEWRunner-upfirst2startsandwellsuitedbyatruetestuppedto11/2mwhenlanding7-runnerNewmarketnoviceinJuly,battlingwell.Found anotherjoltofimprovementwhencashinginonalenientmarkintheMelroseHandicapandhe’sclearlya3-y-ostayerontheup. TFRHHHII BHA102

9 TOWER OF LONDON (IRE) (65) 15-6112 BF

Br B c Galileo (IRE) - Dialafara (FR)

O D.Smith,Mrs J.Magnier,M.Tabor,Westerberg

B Lynch Bages Ltd & Camas Park Stud

9-3 (9)

Jim Crowley J

Aidan O’Brien, Ireland T

TIMEFORMVIEWFormhastakenoffsincesteppinguptomiddledistances,winningaLeopardstownListedraceandtheUlsterDerby(Handicap)inJune.Would probablyhavecompletedthehat-trickhadridernotdroppedhiswhipintheBahrainStakesandhe’sabrothertoaLegerwinner TFRHHHHI BHA109

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Blinkers worn by No. 5.

Stewards Note:

2022: ELDAR ELDAROV 3 9 3 David Egan 9-2 (Roger Varian) 9 ran

DENMARK: Following its run on 9/9/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Arrest (IRE), 4-1 Gregory (GB), 9-2 Continuous (JPN), 6-1 Desert Hero (GB), 9-1 Middle Earth (GB), 11-1 Tower of London (IRE), 14-1 Chesspiece (GB), 33-1 Alexandroupolis (IRE), 66-1 Denmark (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

TIMEFORM

Just the 9 runners for the oldest Classic but it has a very open feel to it. CONTINUOUS took his form to a whole new level in a well-run race when a decisive winner of the Great Voltigeur Stakes at York and that marks him out as the one to beat with this trip likely to unlock even more. Gregory failed to land the odds in that race but he carried a penalty that day and this contest will play to his strengths (though Dettori now rides Arrest). At longer odds, Tower of London cannot be ruled out

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FIFTH RACE 4.00

FIVE FURLONGS ABOUT 160 YARDS (5F ABT 160YDS) FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE THORN BAKER ACCESS GROUP

BATH SUMMER SPRINT SERIES FINAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)

Total prize fund £30000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £12189, 2nd £6096, 3rd £3048, 4th £1524, 5th £762, 6th £381. (Penalty Value £15462) 4 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): R Millman (19 wins from 137 runners, 14%) runs AIRSHOW TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Carr (4 wins from 17 runners, 24%) runs FORESEEABLE FUTURE

LONGEST TRAVELLER: FORESEEABLE FUTURE trained by R Carr, Stillington, 238 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

SECRET HANDSHEIKH turned in his best performance for some time to run out a dominant winner at Brighton 5 days ago and is the percentage call to follow up under a penalty. Delagate This Lord wasn’t seen to best effect in his hat-trick bid over C&D last month and is better judged on his previous form as a result, while 3-y-o Cluedo completes the shortlist.

1-2-3: 1.SECRET HANDSHEIKH 2.DELAGATE THIS LORD 3.CLUEDO (IRE)

colours no horse age st lb Draw

1 MAGNIFICENCE (FR) (28) 020021 CD

5 9-12 (12)

B m Kingman - Alamarie (FR) Liam Wright (7)

Brian O’Rourke Bloodstock Ltd Brian O’Rourke, Upper Lambourn Woodslane Farm LLP

TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t need to improve to win 10-runner handicap at this C&D (good to soft, 5/1) 28 days ago by neck from Beyond Equal. Can remain competitive.

2 BEYOND EQUAL (GB) (14) 005423 CD 8 9-8 (8)

B g Kheleyf (USA) - Samasana (IRE) Liam Keniry

Stuart Wood & Partner

Redgate Bloodstock Ltd

Kittow, Cullompton

TIMEFORM VIEW Sixteen runs since last win in 2021 14/1, respectable third of 12 in handicap at Sandown (5f, good) 14 days ago. On a fair mark and one to consider.

3 AIRSHOW (GB) (12) 142332 CD 8 9-8 (15)

Ch g Showcasing - Belle des Airs (IRE)

Searle (7)

Middleham Park Racing, M & S Watters Rod Millman, Cullompton

Mrs M. E. Slade Middleham Park Racing, Millman Racing Club, Rod Millman Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW 4-time course winner who again ran creditably when second of 8 in handicap at Chepstow (7.1f, good to firm, 5/1) 12 days ago. Should remain competitive back down in trip

4 SARAH’S VERSE (GB) (28) 665235 CD BF

TFRHHHII BHA75

6 9-5 (13)

B m Poet’s Voice - Sancai (USA) Lewis Edmunds

Mr N Sfrantzis

Byerley Stud

Ronald Harris, Chepstow

TIMEFORM VIEW 3-time C&D winner who wasn’t seen to best effect when 5 3/4 lengths fifth of 10 to Magnificence in handicap (3/1) at this C&D (good to soft) 28 days ago, always on the back foot after a slow start.

TFRHHHII BHA72

5 REGAL ENVOY (IRE) (10) 420601 CD 4 9-4 (10)

B g Ardad (IRE) - Regina Brandon Wilkie (7)

Oakman Racing Club William Knight, Newmarket Coseda Ltd Oakman Group PLC

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 7-runner handicap (18/5) at this course (5f, firm) 10 days ago, just holding on Remains well treated on old form following a 3lb rise.

TFRHHHII BHA71

6 SECRET HANDSHEIKH (GB) (5) 062521 C D 5 9-4 (in 5lb ex) (11)

B g Mayson - Descriptive (IRE) Darragh Keenan

The Old Deer Racing Partnership John Gallagher, Moreton-In-Marsh

Tibthorpe Stud Tote

TIMEFORMVIEWConfirmed promise of last run when winning 6-runner handicap at Brighton (5.3f, good to soft, 5/4) 5 days ago, unchallenged. Looks well-in under a penalty.

TFRHHHHH BHA66

7 FORESEEABLE FUTURE (FR) (10) 021125 D BF 8 9-1 (6)

B g Harbour Watch (IRE) - Russian Spirit

James Sullivan

RHD & Ruth Carr Ruth Carr, Stillington

Mr Derek Price William Hill

TIMEFORMVIEW4 wins from 12 runs this year, latest at Musselburghin August, and not disgraced when 2 1/2 lengths

h of 7 to Regal Envoy in handicap at this course (5f, firm, 3/1) 10 days ago.

TFRHHHII BHA68

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor S

8 CLUEDO (IRE) (24) 43-1352 C BF

9-0 (2)

B f Kodiac - Symbol of Peace (IRE) Trevor Whelan

Six Too Many Henry Candy, Wantage

John Malone Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner who ran well taking on her elders for the first time when second of 8 in 5f handicap (10/3) at this course (good to firm) 24 days ago. On a fair mark and capable of going well again TFRHHHHI BHA69

9 DELAGATE THIS LORD (GB) (38) 404-116 CD 9 9-0 (5)

B g Delegator - Lady Filly Finley Marsh

Mrs M. S. Teversham Robyn Brisland, Cas-Gwent

Mrs Monica Teversham

TIMEFORM VIEW 5-time C&D winner, latest in July Not seen to best effect in his hat-trick bid when sixth of 12 in handicap at this C&D (good, 6/1) 38 days ago, racing wide Can bounce back. TFRHHHHI BHA67

10 CONNIE’S ROSE (GB) (10) 163033 C D

8-13 (14)

B f Adaay (IRE) - Sing So Sweetly Callum Hutchinson (3)

Paul & Ann de Weck Grace Harris, Shirenewton

A. S. Denniff Grace Harris Racing

TIMEFORM

at this C&D (good to soft) 28 days ago, edging ahead final strides. Nudged up 5lb.

13 CABEZA DE LLAVE (GB) (10) 0-02564

Ch g Pearl Secret - Speed Princess (IRE)

Carson

Dare To Dream Racing Michael Attwater, Epsom

Andrew Davis daretodreamracing.co.uk TIMEFORM VIEW 12/1, back on track when 2 lengths fourth of 7 to Regal Envoy in handicap at this course (5f, firm) 10 days ago.

HHHII BHA64

14 FAIR AND SQUARE (GB) (10) 620610 CD 4 8-7 (7)

B g Kodiac - Slatey Hen (IRE) Royston Ffrench

Mr Malcolm Wright&Ridgehouse Stables Ltd Ronald Harris, Chepstow

Fittocks Stud Ron Harris Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark over C&D in August but went off too hard when down the field back here last time. TFRHHHII BHA60

15 DIAMOND COTTAGE (GB) (23) 415060 D 6 8-6 (4)

Ch m Cappella Sansevero - Avrilo Charlie Bennett

Pat Hancock & Eric Jones Malcolm Saunders, Wells

Eric Jones, Pat Hancock

TIMEFORM VIEW 3 wins from 11 runs this year but only beat one home in 12-runner handicap at Chepstow (8.1f, good to firm) 23 days ago. Back down in trip.

16 THE COLA KID (GB) (12) 432453 D BF

Gr g Lethal Force (IRE) - George’s Gift

Mrs S. M. Maine

HHIII BHA59

6 8-2 (1)

Georgia Dobie (3)

Grace Harris, Shirenewton

Mrs A. Shone Grace Harris Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW9/2,soonbacktoformwhenclosethirdin13-runnerhandicapatWindsor(6f,goodtofirm)12daysago,though was perhaps at an advantage in making his effort up the centre of the track. 1lb out of the weights.

17 FOSSOS (IRE) (12) 621542 D

B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Beguiler

TFRHHHII BHA54

5 8-2 (16)

Mollie Phillips (3)

Gareth Cheshire T P Faulkner Deborah Faulkner, Chepstow

Mr & Mrs John Banahan Valley Water Services Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Chepstow in July and ran up to best when second of 8 in handicap at same course (5.1f, good to firm) 12 days ago, headed close home. 1lb out of the weights.

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

TFRHHHII BHA54

DECLARED RUNNERS 17

Hood worn by No. 3. Blinkers worn by No. 14, 17. Visor worn by No. 5, 6, 7. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 16. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 11, 15.

Stewards Note:

BEYOND EQUAL: Following its run on 2/9/2023 it was reported that the horse lost its right-hind shoe.

SARAH’S VERSE: Following its run on 19/8/2023 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

DELAGATE THIS LORD: Following its run on 9/8/2023 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the going.

CABEZA DE LLAVE: Following its run on 6/9/2023 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run late-on.

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Probable S.P’s: 11-2 Secret Handsheikh (GB), 9-1 Cluedo (IRE), 11-1 Magnificence (FR), 12-1 Regal Envoy (IRE), 14-1 Beyond Equal (GB), Delagate This Lord (GB), Apache Star (IRE), 16-1 Airshow (GB), Sarah’s Verse (GB), 18-1 Connie’s Rose (GB), Cabeza de Llave (GB), Fossos (IRE), 20-1 The Cola Kid (GB), 22-1 Foreseeable Future (FR), 28-1 Fair And Square (GB), 33-1 Symbol of Hope (GB), 50-1 Diamond Cottage (GB)

THE PJ TOWEY CONSTRUCTION HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £50000 Owners Prize Money 1st £20315, 2nd £10160, 3rd £5080, 4th £2540, 5th £1270, 6th £635. (Penalty Value £25770) Weights raised 6lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

VIEW Progressive sort for Charlie Appleby, completing an AW hat-trick when making a winning handicap debut at Southwell

110-126 D BF 4 9-3 (2)

Br B g Pivotal - Finishingthehat Ryan Moore J

O Mrs Susan Roy George Boughey, Newmarket T

B Mrs S. M. Roy

TIMEFORMVIEWEnjoyedamostproductivecampaignsenthandicappingin2022,completingasix-timerwithsuccessatNewmarket(10f)inAugust Addedtohistally atKempton(11f)onhisreturn,butbelow-pareffort(hadbeenwellbacked)atNewmarketlasttime.Nosurprisetoseehimbounceback.

TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessfultwiceasa2-y-o,includinginListedcompany,andwasafinefourthinlastyear’sEpsomDerby.However,hehasn’tshown muchsparksofarthisyear,faringnobetterinfirst-timecheekpieces(alsofollowingawindop)atYorkonhislatestouting. TFRHHIII BHA90

6 LIGHTENING COMPANY (IRE) (33) 340-104 D

Br B g Fast Company (IRE) - Shama’s Song (IRE)

8-13 (3)

Clifford Lee J

O MPR CXV, Yorkshire Puddings & C Barclay Ben Haslam, Middleham T

B Anthony Kirwan

TIMEFORMVIEWWinneratPontefract(10f)inApriland,after2runsoverhurdles,ranwellwhenfourthatHamiltonlastmonth,despitehavingbeenveryslowly away ProducedhisbesteffortoverhurdleswhenthirdinaCarlislemaiden3weeksago,butmoreneededbackonthelevel.

DECLARED RUNNERS 6

TFRHHIII BHA87

2022: MUJTABA 4 9 13 Jim Crowley 7-2 (William Haggas) 11 ran

Blinkers worn first time by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5.

Stewards Note:

MASEKELA: Following its run on 26/8/2023 it was reported that the horse was slowly away

Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Symbol of Light (GB), 4-1 Akhu Najla (GB), 5-1 Simply Sondheim (IRE), 11-2 La Yakel (GB), 8-1 Lightening Company (IRE), 16-1 Masekela (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

After 17 months off (had a wind op), SYMBOL OF LIGHT showed improved form on his stable debut when a close fourth at Newcastle and he could still have more to offer upped in trip. He is taken to get the better of Akhu Najla, who also may yet do better over this longer distance with blinkers applied. La Yakel is another who enters calculations.

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SIXTH RACE 4.35

FIVE FURLONGS ABOUT 160 YARDS (5F ABT 160YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE NEIL KELLAR 60TH BIRTHDAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

Total prize fund £6200

Owners Prize Money. 1st £2560, 2nd £1280, 3rd £640, 4th £320, 5th £160.

(PenaltyValue £3245.08) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): T Carroll (29 wins from 291 runners, 10%) runs ALYA’S GOLD AWARD & YOU ARE EVERYTHING TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Carroll (4 wins from 56 runners, 7%) runs ALYA’S GOLD AWARD & YOU ARE EVERYTHING LONGEST TRAVELLER: REVERSION trained by C Wallis, Ardleigh, 193 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

SUANNI has dropped a long way in the weights and looked back in form when fourth at Wolverhampton last time, so he’s worth chancing over a C&D that he’s been successful before. We’re Reunited, who was runner-up here last time, is an obvious danger and Malham Tarn Cove is likely to be back on his game.

1-2-3: 1.SUANNI 2.WE’RE REUNITED (IRE) 3.MALHAM TARN COVE colours no horse

1 YOU ARE EVERYTHING (FR) (37) 55600-6 4 9-9 (2)

B or Br f Belardo (IRE) - Sensa (FR) Mollie Phillips (3) Wedgewood Estates

handicap (9/1) at Wolverhampton (5.1f) 7 days ago. Enters calculations.

5 MALHAM TARN COVE (GB) (39) 633320

TFRHHHHH BHA49

4 9-6 (8)

Ro g Heeraat (IRE) - Spirit of Rosanna Trevor Whelan

Mr J Holcombe Steph Hollinshead, Rugeley

Mr Jim Holcombe

TIMEFORM VIEW Last of 7 in handicap (13/2) at Ripon (5f, good to soft) 39 days ago. In good form prior to latest outing, so expected to bounce back.

TFRHHHII BHA48

6 RECKON I’M HOT (GB) (37) 326245 4 9-5 (3)

B g Hot Streak (IRE) - Dark Reckoning Billy Loughnane

Heart of the South Racing 127 Gary Moore, Horsham

The Dark Reckoning Partnership Heart Of The South Bloodstock

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 23 Flat runs Fifth of 10 in minor event at Brighton (7f, good, 12/1) 37 days ago.

7 TILSWORTH ONY TA (GB) (12) 532230

TFRHHHII BHA47

4 9-5 (4)

B g Ardad (IRE) - Pallas Lewis Edmunds

Mr M. Ng

Michael Ng

J. R. Jenkins, Royston

Tilsworth Stud Farm

TIMEFORM VIEW One win from 32 Flat runs Eighteen runs since last win in 2022. Respectable seventh of 13 in handicap (13/2) at Windsor (6f, good to firm) 12 days ago. Not discounted.

TFRHHHII BHA47

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor S

8

FISHERMANS COTTAGE (GB) (10) 06064

4 9-3 (1)

B g Cappella Sansevero - Avrilo Charlie Bennett

Pat Hancock & Eric Jones Malcolm Saunders, Wells

Eric Jones, Pat Hancock

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Fourth of 11 in handicap at this C&D (firm, 40/1) 10 days ago, faring best of those ridden prominently Claims if he can build on that TFRHHHII BHA45

9 WIFF WAFF (GB) (23) 0-00300 CD

8 9-3 (7)

B g Poet’s Voice - Eraadaat (IRE) Gina Mangan (3)

Mr Adrian Wintle Adrian Wintle, Westbury-On-Severn

J. W. Parry

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Fifteen runs since last win in 2021. 80/1, tenth of 13 in handicap at Chepstow (7.1f, good to firm) 23 days ago.

10 REVERSION (IRE) (10) 205660

TFRHHIII BHA44

4 9-3 (13)

B g Adaay (IRE) - Dutch Desire Liam Keniry

Mr P. E. Axon Charlie Wallis, Ardleigh

Austin Curran La Cure UK Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW One win from 27 Flat runs Twenty four runs since last win in 2021. 40/1 and tongue strap on for 1st time, last of 7 in handicap at this course (5f, firm) 10 days ago.

11 APACHE PORTIA (GB) (50) 05-0060

TFRHIIII BHA44

4 9-3 (11)

B f Twilight Son - Nizhoni (USA) Darragh Keenan

Ferrybank Properties Limited Robyn Brisland, Cas-Gwent

Crossfields Bloodstock Ltd

Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW 40/1, ninth of 10 in minor event at Chepstow (8.1f, good to soft) 50 days ago. Back down in trip. TFRHIIII BHA42

12

EPEIUS (IRE) (16) 440005 D

10 9-3 (5)

B g Arakan (USA) - Gilda Lilly (USA) Taylor Fisher (3)

Two Rivers Racing Joe Tickle, Tiverton

Mrs Dolores Gleeson

TIMEFORM VIEW Twenty seven runs since last win in 2020 Fifth of 9 in minor event (16/1) at this course (5f, good) 16 days ago, merely closing up late Step back up in trip should help.

13

ALYA’S GOLD AWARD (IRE) (13) 030046

TFRHHHII BHA42

4 9-3 (6)

B f Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Quinta Verde (IRE) William Carson

Mr D. J. Oseman Tony Carroll, Cropthorne

Mr Joe Kenny Tote

TIMEFORMVIEWRemains a maiden after 20 Flat runs 10/1, sixth of 9 in handicap at Brighton (5.3f, good) 13 days ago, hampered. TFRHHIII BHA41

DECLARED RUNNERS 13

Hood worn by No. 8. Blinkers worn by No. 2. Visor worn by No. 12. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 5, 6, 13. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 10.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 6, 9.

Stewards Note:

ALYA’S GOLD AWARD: Following its run on 3/9/2023 it was reported that the horse suffered interference.

Probable S.P’s: 6-1 We’re Reunited (IRE), Suanni (GB), 15-2 Malham Tarn Cove (GB), 8-1 Tilsworth Ony Ta (GB), 9-1 Fishermans Cottage (GB), 10-1 Kyber Crystal (IRE), 14-1 Reckon I’m Hot (GB), Epeius (IRE), Alya’s Gold Award (IRE), 16-1 Wiff Waff (GB), 33-1 Reversion (IRE), 80-1 You Are Everything (FR), 100-1 Apache Portia (GB)

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THE BRITISH EBF 40TH ANNIVERSARY MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

for maiden two yrs old x Total prize fund £50000

Owners Prize Money 1st £20315, 2nd £10160, 3rd £5080, 4th £2540, 5th £1270, 6th £635.

(Penalty Value £25770)

colours no horse

1 BELLUM JUSTUM (IRE) (29) 52

Br B c Sea The Stars (IRE) - Natural Beauty

O King Power Racing Co Ltd Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T

B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited King Power International Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Boasts a good pedigree and stepped up on his debut when runner-up at Newmarket last month. Needs to progress again if he’s to seriously compete in what looks a strong maiden.

2 BY DEFAULT (USA) (16) 50

Br Ch c Kitten’s Joy (USA) - Auntinet

O Mr P. W. Harris Jane Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket T

B Hascombe Stud & Valiant Stud Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Struggled so far has a lot to prove.

3 DEIRA MILE (IRE) (37) 3

Br B c Camelot - Fastnet Mist (IRE)

O Ahmad Al Shaikh

B Churchtown House Stud Johnston Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Green but caught the eye when third at Sandown on debut Likely to improve markedly for that initial experience, so worth a chance to open his account

4 LET’S GET EM (GB) (12) 2

Br B c Wootton Bassett - Loaves And Fishes

(7)

O Valmont Paul & Oliver Cole, Whatcombe T

B Plantation Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Second of 13 in maiden at Windsor (6f, good to firm, 17/2) on debut 12 days ago, running on. Bred to get the longer trip, and looks open to improvement

5 REDHOT WHISPER (IRE) (34) 3

Br B c Too Darn Hot - Whispering Bell (IRE)

O Mr R. S. Brookhouse

B J. Hanly & A. Stroud

(9)

TIMEFORM VIEW Out of a winning miler and showed plenty of encouragement when third at Leicester on debut, not having a hard race. Should learn from that experience, so no surprise if he’s on the premises.

6 SAVVY WARRIOR (IRE) (22) 43

Br B c Too Darn Hot - Over The Moon (IRE)

O Mr Julian Hui

P. C. Woods, Newmarket T

B Knocktoran Stud Brook Stud Bloodstock Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Too Darn Hot colt who has shaped with encouragement on both starts to date, notably when meeting trouble (finished third) at Ffos Las in August Should improve further

7 STRATOCRACY (IRE) (22) 04

Br B c Inns of Court (IRE) - Vexatious (IRE)

O Al Shaqab Racing

B McCracken Farms

TFRHHHII BHA-

9-7 (8)

Sean Levey J

Richard Hannon, Marlborough T

Haras De Bouquetot S

TIMEFORM VIEW Well-related Inns of Court colt who stepped up on his debut when fourth at Newmarket last time but others look to have more potential.

8 AT VIMEIRO (GER) (-)

Br B or Br c Sea The Stars (IRE) - Amorella (IRE)

O Mr P. W. Harris

B Tink Gmbh

TFRHHIII BHA-

9-4 (1)

Marco Ghiani J

Jane Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket T

TIMEFORMVIEWFoaledMarch14.650,000gnsyearling.Dam,German11/4m-11/2m(Group2)winner half-sistertosmart

German 9f/1 1/4m winner Accon, third in Deutsches Derby Makes plenty of appeal on paper

9 GOD’S WINDOW (GB) (-)

Br B c Dubawi (IRE) - Perfect Clarity

O Cayton Park Stud Limited

B Cayton Park Stud Ltd

TFRHHHHI BHA-

9-4 (2)

Kieran Shoemark J

John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket T

TIMEFORMVIEW Foaled April 23. Dubawi colt Half-brother to 9.4f winner Perfect Portrait Dam, winner up to 11.6f (2-y-o 8.3f winner), half-sister to smart winner up to 1 1/4m Law Power

TFRHHHHI BHA-

10 OTTO FLASH (IRE) (-)

Br Br c No Nay Never (USA) - Lady Corsica (IRE)

O Mr Zhang Yuesheng

9-4 (4)

Clifford Lee J

K. R. Burke, Leyburn T

B Mr M. Enright TIMEFORMVIEWFoaledApril9.155,000gnsyearling,NoNayNevercolt Damunracedsistertoverysmartwinnerupto11f(including US Grade 1 1 1/4m event) Deauville out of 2-y-o 5f winner Walklikeanegyptian. Notable newcomer TFRHHHHI BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2022:MEETING ABANDONED

Stewards Note:

REDHOT WHISPER: Following its run on 13/8/2023 it was reported that the horse ran green.

SAVVY WARRIOR: Following its run on 25/8/2023 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run 2f out

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Deira Mile (IRE), 5-1 God’s Window (GB), 13-2 Redhot Whisper (IRE), 15-2 At Vimeiro (GER), 9-1 Otto Flash (IRE), 10-1 Let’s Get Em (GB), 11-1 Bellum Justum (IRE), 14-1 Savvy Warrior (IRE), 18-1 Stratocracy (IRE), 150-1 By Default (USA)

PLAY SMARTER

DEIRA MILE shaped very well amidst inexperience when third in a good maiden at Sandown last month and, with big improvement expected, he’s the most appealing in what’s likely to be a strong race. Newcomer’s God’s Window and At Vimeiro both make plenty of appeal and several others are open to progress.

SEVENTH RACE 5.10

ABOUT ONE MILE (ABT 8F) FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE IN LOVING MEMORY OF LORRAINE WEBB HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV I)

Total prize fund £6200

Owners Prize Money. 1st £2560, 2nd £1280, 3rd £640, 4th £320, 5th £160. (Penalty Value £3245.08) SS

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): A Wintle (24 wins from 111 runners, 22%) runs LUXY LOU TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A West (3 wins from 13 runners, 23%) runs LORD CLENAGHCASTLE LONGEST TRAVELLER: GYPSY WHISPER trained by S Dixon, Rolleston, 130 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

LORD CLENAGHCASTLE made a solid start for his new stable when runner-up at Brighton 12 days ago and he’s well handicapped on past exploits, so he gets the vote Lilandra arrives in good order and should pose a threat, while Galactic Glow is expected to bounce back from a modest showing.

1-2-3: 1.LORD CLENAGHCASTLE (IRE)

2.LILANDRA (FR) 3.GALACTIC GLOW (IRE)

colours no horse age st lb

1 GALACTIC GLOW (IRE) (3) 002320 C BF 6 9-11 (2)

B g No Nay Never (USA) - Shine Like A Star Taylor Fisher (3)

The Clueless Syndicate Joe Tickle, Tiverton

D. Boocock TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner 3 wins from 10 runs this year 5/4, last of 7 in handicap at this course (10.2f, good to firm) 3 days ago. Back down in trip. Hood back on Type to bounce back quickly

2 BANTRY (GB) (23) 56-2554

TFRHHHII BHA57

4 9-10 (10)

B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Elysian Charles Bishop

Mr R. Cooper John O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn Cheveley Park Stud Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW 12/1, respectable fourth of 12 in handicap at Chepstow (8.1f, good to firm) 23 days ago. Expected to be on the premises.

3 GILT EDGE (GB) (19) 065565 C

TFRHHHII BHA56

7 9-9 (7)

B m Havana Gold (IRE) - Bright Edge Gina Mangan (3)

Mr S Bishop and Mr C Mason Christopher Mason, Caerwent Christopher & Annabelle Mason Celtic Recycling Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner 5/1, fifth of 12 in handicap at Chepstow (6.1f, good) 19 days ago, not ideally placed. Significantly up in trip. Chance if rediscovering old form.

4 LUXY LOU (IRE) (23) 314310 CD

TFRHHHII BHA55

5 9-9 (8) Ch m The Last Lion (IRE) - Dutch Courage Billy Loughnane

Mr Adrian Wintle Adrian Wintle, Westbury-On-Severn

R. G. & T. E. Levin

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner 2 wins from 6 runs this year Latest win here in July 15/2, eighth of 12 in handicap at Chepstow (8.1f, good to firm) 23 days ago. Not one to write off

5 GYPSY WHISPER (GB) (10) 005530 D

B m Helmet (AUS) - Secret Insider (USA)

TFRHHHII BHA55

6 9-7 (4)

James Sullivan

Mr Paul Wright-Bevans Scott Dixon, Rolleston

Alvediston Stud & Partners

TIMEFORM VIEW Eleven runs since last win in 2022. 28/1, creditable seventh of 13 in handicap at Southwell (7.1f) 10 days ago, not clear run.

TFRHHIII BHA53

6 LILANDRA (FR) (16) 044122 CD 6 9-6 (3)

B m Equiano (FR) - Indigo River (IRE)

Joe Leavy (7)

Katchar Racing John Flint, Bridgend

Framont Ltd & Ashwood Farm Associates

John Flint Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Latest win here in July 15/2, creditable second of 8 in handicap at this C&D (good) 16 days ago. Solid claims

TFRHHHHI BHA52

7 LORD CLENAGHCASTLE (IRE) (12) 440602 D 9 9-2 (1)

B g Big Bad Bob (IRE) - Clenaghcastle Lady (IRE) Trevor Whelan

Mr Michael Baldry Adam West, Epsom

Mr D. McCarthy

TIMEFORM VIEW Hooded for 1st time, first run since leaving Anna Newton-Smith when second of 10 in handicap (16/1) at Brighton (8f, good) 12 days ago, just failing Well treated on old form and worth a chance to go one better TFRHHHHH BHA48

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor S

8 APACHE JEWEL (IRE) (74) 36005-0

B m Teofilo (IRE) - Floating Along (IRE)

Ferrybank Properties Limited

Mrs Celine Collins

5 9-0 (5)

Darragh Keenan

Robyn Brisland, Cas-Gwent

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 23 Flat runs Last of 10 in handicap (25/1) at Brighton (7f, good) 74 days ago.

9 AUTUMN LIGHTS (GB) (16) 005000

TFRHHIII BHA38

3 8-12 (9)

B f Harry Angel (IRE) - Autumn Leaves Sam Hitchcott

JQRacing Club

Pat Murphy, Hungerford

Central Racing Ltd Quintin Catering

TIMEFORM VIEW 33/1, last of 9 in minor event at this course (5f, good) 16 days ago. Significantly up in trip

10 LADY BIANCA (GB) (33) 404600

TFRHHIII BHA48

3 8-12 (6)

B f Sir Percy - Six Cents (IRE) Connor Planas (3)

West Buckland Bloodstock Ltd Alexandra Dunn, Wellington

Hunscote Stud Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Tongue strap on for 1st time in this code, last of 11 in handicap at Wolverhampton (9.5f, 100/1) 33 days ago.

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

TFRHIIII BHA48

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Hood worn by No. 7. Blinkers worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 3, 6.

Stewards Note:

GALACTIC GLOW: Following its run on 13/9/2023 it was reported that the horse ran flat

GYPSY WHISPER: Following its run on 6/9/2023 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run late-on.

APACHE JEWEL: Following its run on 4/7/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Lord Clenaghcastle (IRE), 5-1 Galactic Glow (IRE), 11-2 Lilandra (FR), 7-1 Gilt Edge (GB), 8-1 Bantry (GB), Luxy Lou (IRE), 14-1 Gypsy Whisper (GB), 16-1 Autumn Lights (GB), 40-1 Apache Jewel (IRE), 50-1 Lady Bianca (GB)

RESULT:

PRIZE MONEY

The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £142,867 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from September to December 2023.

THE HIPPO PRO 3 SEALANT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)

for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £50000

£20315, 2nd £10160, 3rd £5080, 4th

g Harbour Watch (IRE) - Granola

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart performer at his best, winner of back-to-back York handicaps in 2020 and successful in Listed company the following year However,hewaswellheldonfinalstartoflastseasoninthiscorrespondingraceandlargelybelowparsofarthistimeround.

(IRE) (35) 020053 D BF 5 9-6 (11)

Br B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Adore Dale Swift J

O Mr Ross Harmon John Quinn, Malton T

B The Kathryn Stud JJ Quinn Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWImprovedduringsecondhalfof2022,followingsuccessatThirskwithastringofsolideffortsindefeat,includingwhenrunner-upinthisrace 12monthsago.AnothergoodeffortwhenthirdattheAscotShergarCupmeetinglasttimeandhehastoentercalculations.

5 THE GATEKEEPER (IRE) (20) 302201 D

Br B g Excelebration (IRE) - Cherry Creek (IRE)

4 9-4 (10)

J

O Middleham Park Racing XIV Charlie Johnston, Middleham T

B Sean Murphy Johnston Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWWinnerof7fhandicapsatNewcastleandNewmarketearlierthisseasonandfinesecondinthe20-runnerGoldenMileatGloriousGoodwoodlast month.Promotedtofirstafterjustfailingbackthere(1m,soft)20daysagoand,nudgedup2lb,he’slikelytobeinthickofthingsoncemore. TFRHHHII BHA96

6 MILLEBOSC (FR) (46) 5405-00 D

5 9-3 (14)

Br B g Le Havre (IRE) - Mixed Intention (IRE) Tom Marquand J

O Mr Gerard Louis Roger Augustin-Normand

B S.A. Franklin Finance

William Haggas, Newmarket T

TIMEFORMVIEWPlacedformathighestlevelasa3-y-owhentrainedinFranceandshapedwellwhenarunning-onseventhof18intheJohnSmith’sCupatYorkonsecond startforthisyardinJuly DisappointingatGoodwood(11/4m,soft)sincebutneedsconsideringbackdownintriponthismoreconventionaltrack.

7 SPIRIT CATCHER (IRE) (23) 200013 D

Br Ch g New Bay - Lidanski (IRE)

TFRHHHHI BHA95

4 9-2 (15)

Joe Fanning J

O Titanium Racing Club Charlie Johnston, Middleham T

B Ballylinch Stud

TIMEFORMVIEW Ran out an emphatic winner of 1m Ripon handicap last month. Just ahead of Sonny Liston when third of 19 at York since but, while that was a highly creditable effort, he looks vulnerable now that his new mark has kicked in.

8 LA TRINIDAD (GB) (23) 03-3150 CD

Br B g Bated Breath - High Drama (IRE)

O Mrs D. W. Davenport

TFRHHIII BHA94

6 9-1 (8)

Jonny Peate (3) J

Roger Fell & Sean Murray, Nawton T

B Exors of the Late Mr O. J. Williams OR8 Wellness S

TIMEFORM VIEW Back on the scoresheet with a stylish display over C&D in June but has come up short off similar marks to this in his 2 subsequent appearances.

9 DUTCH DECOY (GB) (23) 223136 D

HHIII BHA93

6 9-1 (12)

Br Ch g Dutch Art - The Terrier Richard Kingscote J

O Owners Group 052

Charlie Johnston, Middleham T

B Bumble Bloodstock & Cheveley Park Stud Owners Group S

TIMEFORMVIEWFive-time7f/1mwinnerin2022andaddedtohistallyatNewmarketinJuly.HasfollowedthatwithcreditableeffortsintheGoldenMileatGlorious Goodwood(justbehindstablemateTheGatekeeper)andmostrecentlyatYork,butcurrentmarkleaveslittlemarginforerror.

HHIII BHA93

Impressivewinnerofsolestartat2yrsandusefuleffortsindefeatthisyear,provingsuitedbythedropbackto1mwhenfourthof12intheNewmarkethandicap wonbyDutchDecoylasttime.Remainsunexposedandtherecouldbeabiggerperformanceinhim,particularlywhenhelearnstosettle.

ConsistentsortwhobaggedsecondHamiltonvictoryoftheseason(besteffortyetforthisyard)whenedgingaheadindyingstridesthere (8.3f,soft)inJuly

JusttouchedoffintheC&DSpringMileatthestartoftheseasonandfollowedthatwithacoupleofcreditableeffortsinNewmarket handicaps.FormtookadipwhenonlyfourthatChepstowlasttime,though,andthisdemandsaclearcareer-best

FREEDOM DAY (IRE) (28) 64-103 D

8-2 (9) Br B g No Nay Never (USA) - Pioneer Spirit

(UK) Ltd Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T B Lady Bamford Mark Walford Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEWOffthemarkin1mRedcarnoviceonthirdandfinalstartfortheGosdensduringthespring.Steppeduponlow-keydebutforthisyardwhen thirdof12intheRiponhandicapwonbySpiritCatcherlastmonth,butthat’sstillwellshortofthelevelthatwillberequiredtowinthis. TFRHIIII BHA84

14 SPIORADALTA (GB) (14) 106164 D

3 8-2 (2)

Br B g Rajasinghe (IRE) - Broughtons Secret Laura Coughlan (5) J

O Clayton Civils, S Morrell & Hathaway Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T

B M. E. Broughton Cube3 Construction S

TIMEFORMVIEWHasprovedlargelyconsistentthisyearandlandedagamblewithcheekpiecesrefittedatChester(7.6f,soft)inJuly Performedwithcredit whenfourthof12overthesameC&Dafortnightago,butshehasplentyonherplatefromthe3lboutoftheweightshere.

15 LOOK BACK SMILING (IRE) (21) 325140

TFRHHIII BHA81

3 8-2 (6)

Br Ch g Fast Company (IRE) - Portico Mia Nicholls (7) J

O Nick Bradley Racing 21 & Partners Gemma Tutty, Northallerton T

B Coole House Farm Gemma Tutty Racing, Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEW Got his head back in front at Leicester last month, albeit that was a Class 5 handicap and he has come up short in 2 subsequent starts. 7lb ‘wrong’ here and he looks up against it TFRHIIII BHA77

2022: ATRIUM 3 8 11 William Buick 5-1 (Charlie Fellowes) 16 ran Hood worn by No. 7. Blinkers worn by No. 2, 4. Visor worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 14, 15.

DECLARED RUNNERS 15

Probable S.P’s: 11-2 Sonny Liston (IRE), 7-1 Millebosc (FR), 8-1 Empirestateofmind (IRE), 17-2 The Gatekeeper (IRE), 11-1 Liberty Lane (IRE), 12-1 Blue For You (IRE), 14-1 Spirit Catcher (IRE), Dutch Decoy (GB), Pisanello (IRE), 18-1 Titian (IRE), 22-1 Brunch (GB), 28-1 Spioradalta (GB), 33-1 La Trinidad (GB), 50-1 Freedom Day (IRE), 66-1 Look Back Smiling (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

Having performed with credit in several valuable big-field handicaps this year, SONNY LISTON is taken to deservedly hit the target He again has the assistance of Ryan Moore, who partnered the 4-y-o at Royal Ascot where he was a fine second in the Royal Hunt Cup and also when fourth of 19 in a notable handicap at the York Ebor Festival. Millebosc is nicely handicapped based on his exploits in France and he is feared most back at 1m ahead of Empirestateofmind, Liberty Lane and The Gatekeeper

EIGHTH RACE 5.45

ABOUT ONE MILE (ABT 8F) FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE IN LOVING MEMORY OF LORRAINE WEBB HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV II)

Total prize fund £6200

Owners Prize Money. 1st £2560, 2nd £1280, 3rd £640, 4th £320, 5th £160. (Penalty Value £3245.08) SS

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): T Carroll (29 wins from 291 runners, 10%) runs HEADSHOT

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): E J-Houghton (5 wins from 31 runners, 16%) runs BARLEYBROWN LONGEST

VILLALOBOS trained by S Hodgson, Hook, 75 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

KENSTONE has lost none of his enthusiasm despite his advancing years and he can make his first Bath visit of the season a winning one. Villalobos returned to form at Lingfield 10 days ago and he’s a threat, along with Alyara.

cards

(GB) (10) 535503 D

B m Cable Bay (IRE) - Norway Cross

Mr D. A. Poole

Bartisan Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Twelve runs since last win in 2022. 17/2, respectable third of 10 in handicap at

10 days ago. Enters calculations from this workable mark

(GB) (30) 6-15565

B f Outstrip - Byroness

Share a Winner & Wetumpka Racing

Mr & Mrs James Main

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Kempton in April. Respectable fifth of 10 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f, 7/2) 30 days ago. Looks ready for another crack at 1m.

(FR) (23) 301432 CD

Gr g Kendargent (FR) - Little Stone (FR)

Finley Marsh

Wintle Racing Club Adrian Wintle, Westbury-On-Severn

Guy Pariente Holding SPRL

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Latest win at Chepstow in June. Very good second of 12 in handicap at Chepstow (8.1f, good to firm, 15/2) 23 days ago. Obvious claims up 1lb.

5 HAWK JET (GB) (19) 532

3 9-5 (5)

B f Hawkbill (USA) - Taleteller (USA) Billy Loughnane

Mr S. Barry Emma Lavelle, Marlborough

D. R. Botterill & Lord Marchwood Hatherden Horse Transport

TIMEFORM VIEW Second of 4 in minor event at Chepstow (7.1f, good, 28/1) 19 days ago, no match for winner. Makes handicap debut and mark asks for more.

TFRHHHII BHA55

6 LION RING (IRE) (12) 043060 5 9-4 (3)

B g The Last Lion (IRE) - Bling Ring (USA)

Mr Andrew J. Martin Andrew Martin, Chipping Norton

Miss Breda Jones

7 MACON BELLE (GB) (14) 003003

B f Due Diligence (USA) - Disco Ball

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor S

8

HEADSHOT (GB) (12) 600-006 CD

5 9-0 (8)

B g Awtaad (IRE) - Kesara William Carson

Lycett Racing Ltd Tony Carroll, Cropthorne

Miss K. Rausing Wastecom NRG Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Thirteen runs since last win in 2022 Sixth of 9 in handicap at Brighton (9.9f, good, 14/1) 12 days ago. Return to this trip will suit. TFRHHIII BHA44

9 BARLEYBROWN (GB) (23) 00-0300

3 8-12 (1)

B g Zoustar (AUS) - Shozita Charles Bishop

Mr Sean Barley Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury

Mr Oliver Pawle Nirvana Spa & Leisure Ltd, ABM Catering Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW 14/1, good seventh of 13 in handicap at Chepstow (7.1f, good to firm) 23 days ago. More severe headgear employed here and that should help. TFRHHHII BHA48

10 OURDEFENCE (IRE) (26) 6040

3 8-10 (10)

B f National Defense - Readyandaway (USA) Gina Mangan (3)

Mr Timothy Jones Nikki Evans, Abergavenny

Highbank Stud LLP Radnor Hills

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Last of 10 in minor event at Lingfield (7f, good to firm, 150/1) 26 days ago. Makes handicap debut. TFRHHIII BHA43

2022: (See Div 1)

Blinkers worn first time by No. 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 4, 7.

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Villalobos (IRE), 5-1 Kenstone (FR), 6-1 Alyara (GB), 7-1 Hawk Jet (GB), 8-1 Agapanther (GB), Macon Belle (GB), 12-1 Barleybrown (GB), 28-1 Headshot (GB), 33-1 Ourdefence (IRE)

THANK YOU

The Bath Racecourse Management Team would like to thank all racegoers for attending today and ask for your patience and co-operation on leaving due to the high level of race traffic heading out of the racecourse. Thank you.

Starts from Tuesday 17 October 2023 and runs to Good Friday 29 March 2024

In Loving Memory of our Mother, Lorraine Elizabeth Webb, who left us back in January this year after a long and courageous battle with cancer

Mum had a huge career with and passion for race horses, having worked for trainer Brian McMahon back in the 70’s.

Nothing made her smile more than watching the racing and being a part of it and It only seemed right to celebrate her birthday today at her favourite racetrack Bath- Win Big everyone! And raise a glass for Mum in the last race.

Organised by her loving family & Twin boys James & Henriwe miss you loads.

RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 1.40 - THE SIGNS EXPRESS “CONFINED” AMATEUR JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (For horses which have not won a race in 2023)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3079 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1540, the third £769, the fourth £385 and thefifth£192.forthreeyrsoldandupwards,Rated46-60whichhavenotwonaracein2023(alsoopentosuchhorsesrated61and62;suchhorsesrated45andbelowarealsoeligible - see Standard Conditions). £31 stake ifthe horse is rated 46 orhigher, or£6 stake ifthe horse is rated 45 orlowerwith £25 extra ifthe horse is declared to run Declare by10.00 a.m. September14th.Lowestweight:4-y-oandup10st2lb;3-y-o9st9lbHighestweightnotlessthan11st2lb.ToberiddenbyAmateurJockeyswhoaremembersoftheAmateurJockeys’ AssociationofGreat Britain bythe deadline forDeclaration ofJockeys and on thedayofthe raceAllowances:Jockeyswho,priorto September13th,2023,have not ridden more than 10winnersinracesundertheRulesofRacingortheRulesofarecognisedRacingAuthority3lbJockeyswhohavenotriddenmorethan5suchwinners5lbJockeyswhohavenotridden anysuchwinner7lb(Onlyoneoftheseallowancesmaybeclaimed).SignsExpresshavekindlysponsoredthisraceandwillgiveaprizetothepersonwho,intheiropinion,isresponsible forthehorsejudgedtobethebestturnedoutinthisrace NOTE:Thehighestweightstated abovewillapplyattheentrystageanddeclarationto runstageregardlessofthe ageofthe highest rated horse 22 entries, 1 at £6 and 21 at £31. - Closed September 11th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2677; Second £1339; Third £669; Fourth £335; Fifth £167.

(PenaltyValue £3079.54)ASS

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Second Race 2.15 - THE LOUD HIRE NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3873 to the winning horse The second to receive £1817, the third £907, the fourth £454 and the fifth £226. for two yrs old only, Rated 0-75 (also open to such horses rated 76 and 77 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, September 11th and pay £37 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 14th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 9lb Penalties, after September 9th, 2023, for each race won 6lb. Big Event Hire have kindly sponsored this race and will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 11 entries at £37. - Closed September 11th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3055; Second £1528;Third £764; Fourth £382; Fifth £191. (PenaltyValue £3873.16) SS

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Third Race 2.50 - THE EBF THORN BAKER OMNIA RESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 4) (horses in Bands C & D run no more than 3 times) (EBF Rest. Qual) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5372 to the winning horse The second to receive £2522, the third £1261 and the fourth £630. for maiden two yrs old, which are E.B.F. eligible, which have not run more than three times which are in Bands C and D. Enter by noon, September 11th and pay £49 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 14th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 7lb; fillies 9st 2lb Allowances: Band D from Band C 2lb. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F have kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race, and Thorn Baker Group have kindly sponsored this race and will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race All horses which are placed in the first six in an EBF Restricted Maiden or Novice race qualifier in 2023 will be qualified to run in either THE £100,000 EBF RESTRICTED RACE FINAL (CLASS 2) (for fillies only) at Goodwood on 27 September, 2023, or THE £100,000 EBF RESTRICTED RACE FINAL (CLASS 2) (for colts and geldings only) at York on 13 October, 2023. Both races will be run over seven furlongs. NOTE: Horses entered or declared in a race which is subsequently abandoned will not be eligible to enter a Final. 14 entries at £49. - Closed September 11th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4246; Second £2122;Third £1062; Fourth £530. (PenaltyValue £5372.99) SS

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Fourth Race 3.25 - THE THORN BAKER ALLIANZ XENIA BATH SUMMER STAYERS’ SERIES FINAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) 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, which have Started in a Bath Summer Stayers’ Series Qualifier in the current Flat Season. In the event of the abandonment of a qualifying race, any horse which has been declared to run in this race , or any horse entered to run in a qualifying race if the time of the abandonment was prior to the declaration stage, will be qualified to enter the Final. Any horse which has been eliminated from a qualifying race will also be eligible, subject to the Rules of Racing, to enter the Final. The British Horseracing Authority has modified the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code) for the purposes of this race, such that a horse will gain protection from elimination by obtaining points throughout the series. Points will be awarded in each qualifier as follows: Winner-10 points, 2nd-8 points, 3rd-6 points, 4th-4 points, 5th-2 points, 6th-1 point. Points will also be awarded under the Bath Frequent Runner Scheme. Horses that Start in three Qualifiers at Bath during 2023 will be awarded 9 points. These 9 points will be in addition to any points that a horse may gain from the qualifying races. The horse obtaining the highest number of points will be afforded the greatest protection from elimination. In the event of two or more horses being entered for the Final with the same number of points, the horse allotted the lowest weight will be eliminated first. If two or more such horses have the same weight, their position in the elimination sequence will be allocated by random ballot. Enter by noon, September 11th and pay £150 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 14th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 12lb Penalties, after September 9th, 2023, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb NOTE: Any horse rated above 110 shall initially be treated as having that rating and the highest weight allotted shall be 9st 12lb. Subsequently, the excess over 110 in any rating shall be allotted to that horse without limitation to the highest weight to be carried. Thorn Baker Group have kindly sponsored this race and will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race The British Horseracing Authority has modified the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code) for the purposes of this race 16 entries at £150. - Closed September 11th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £12189; Second £6096; Third £3048; Fourth £1524; Fifth £762; Sixth £381. (PenaltyValue £15462) 6 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS

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Fifth Race 4.00 - THE THORN BAKER ACCESS GROUP BATH SUMMER SPRINT SERIES FINAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) 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, which have Started in a Bath Summer Sprint Series Qualifier in the current Flat Season. In the event of the abandonment of a qualifying race, any horse which has been declared to run in this race , or any horse entered to run in a qualifying race if the time of the abandonment was prior to the declaration stage, will be qualified to enter the Final. Any horse which has been eliminated from a qualifying race will also be eligible, subject to the Rules of Racing, to enter the Final. The British Horseracing Authority has modified the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code) for the purposes of this race, such that a horse will gain protection from elimination by obtaining points throughout the series. Points will be awarded in each qualifier as follows: Winner-10 points, 2nd-8 points, 3rd-6 points, 4th-4 points, 5th-2 points, 6th-1 point. Points will also be awarded under the Bath Frequent Runner Scheme. Horses that Start in three Qualifiers at Bath during 2023 will be awarded 9 points. These 9 points will be in addition to any points that a horse may gain from the qualifying races. The horse obtaining the highest number of points will be afforded the greatest protection from elimination. In the event of two or more horses being entered for the Final with the same number of points, the horse allotted the lowest weight will be eliminated first. If two or more such horses have the same weight, their position in the elimination sequence will be allocated by random ballot. Enter by noon, September 11th and pay £150 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 14th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 12lb Penalties, after September 9th, 2023, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb NOTE: Any horse rated above 110 shall initially be treated as having that rating and the highest weight allotted shall be 9st 12lb. Subsequently, the excess over 110 in any rating shall be allotted to that horse without limitation to the highest weight to be carried. Thorn Baker Group have kindly sponsored this race and will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race The British Horseracing Authority has modified the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code) for the purposes of this race. 19 entries at £150. - Closed September 11th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £12189; Second £6096; Third £3048; Fourth £1524; Fifth £762; Sixth £381. (PenaltyValue £15462) 4 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS

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Sixth Race 4.35 - THE NEIL KELLAR 60TH BIRTHDAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3245 to the winning horse The second to receive £1522, the third £760, the fourth £380 and the fifth £189. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-52 (also open to such horses rated 53 and 54; such horses rated 45 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £31 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with£25extraifthehorseisdeclaredto runDeclareby10.00 a.m. September14th.Lowestweight9st3lb;Highestweight9st9lbPenalties,afterSeptember9th,2023,foreach race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb.The familyofNeil Kellarhave kindlysponsored this race andwill give a prize to the person,who in theiropinion is responsible forthe best turned out horse in this race 15 entries, 1 at £6 and 14 at £31. - Closed September 11th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner£2560; Second £1280;Third £640; Fourth £320; Fifth £160. (PenaltyValue £3245.08) Weights raised 1lbs and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS

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Seventh Race 5.10 - THE IN LOVING MEMORY OF LORRAINE WEBB HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV I) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3245 to the winning horse The second to receive £1522, the third £760, the fourth £380 and the fifth £189. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-55 (also open to such horses rated 56 and 57; such horses rated 45 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £31 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £25 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 14th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st; 3-y-o 8st 10lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 9lb; 3-y-o 9st 5lb Penalties, after September 9th, 2023, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. The family of Lorraine Webb have kindly sponsored this race and will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 17 entries, 1 at £6 and 16 at £31. - Closed September 11th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2560; Second £1280; Third £640; Fourth £320; Fifth £160. (PenaltyValue £3245.08) SS

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Eighth Race 5.45 - THE IN LOVING MEMORY OF LORRAINE WEBB HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV II) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3245 to the winning horse The second to receive £1522, the third £760, the fourth £380 and the fifth £189. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-55 (also open to such horses rated 56 and 57; such horses rated 45 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £31 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £25 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 14th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st; 3-y-o 8st 10lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 9lb; 3-y-o9st5lbPenalties,afterSeptember9th,2023,foreachracewon3yo6lb;4yoto6yo5lb;7yoandup4lb.ThefamilyofLorraineWebbhavekindlysponsoredthisraceandwillgive a prize to the personwho, in theiropinion, is responsible forthe horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 17 entries, 3 at £6 and 14 at £31. - Closed September11th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2560; Second £1280;Third £640; Fourth £320; Fifth £160. (PenaltyValue £3245.08) SS

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