Brighton Racecard - Thursday 10th August

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SUNDAY 3 SEPTEMBER

Good afternoon and welcome to Brighton Racecourse, and to the second day of the Star Sports Festival of Racing.

This afternoon sees the return of Ladies Day at Brighton Racecourse. We will be hosting a Best Dressed competition today, where the winner will receive a fantastic £500! This will be located outside our Information Kiosk, with the finalists showcased and winner announced after the fourth race in the Parade Ring. This competition closes at 14:45, so please don’t forget to enter

We have the wonderful Electric Hair on site, located near the marquee, as well as a roaming band and Charleston dancers for you to enjoy throughout the day.

We are delighted to be able to support our local greyhound trust, Brighton Greyhounds, so please do go and say hello to some of our four-legged friends this afternoon by our Grandstand entrance.

Alongside all of the above, don’t forget to see the horses in the paddock before each of our six races this afternoon. Nine runners head to post at 16:00 for today’s feature race; the Class 4 Star Sports Brighton Challenge Cup Handicap, including last year’s third and fourth placed horses; the Tony Newcombe-trained Bug Boy and John O’Shea-trained Dundory.

Thank you to our sponsors for their continued support; Star Sports Property.

We hope you have a fantastic day and look forward to welcoming you back soon. We return for more racing action tomorrow, the final day of the Star Sports Festival of Racing.

Paul Ellison Executive Director

Brighton Racecourse is part of Arena Racing Company which includes; Bath, Chepstow, Doncaster, Ffos Las, Fontwell Park, Great Yarmouth Hereford Lingfield Park, Newcastle, Royal Windsor Sedgefield, Southwell Uttoxeter, Worcester and Wolverhampton racecourses.

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Should an incident occur which is beyond our control, it is important that you are aware of how we intend to look after you. As part of our safety management, we have employed professionally trained and experienced security staff to be located at various points throughout the Racecourse. This information is precautionary and we trust the procedures will not be needed Please remember in the event of an emergency, to take your belongings with you and under the direction of Brighton Racecourse representatives, proceed quickly and quietly to the agreed area.

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It is policy at this racecourse for screens to be erected when a horse requires veterinary treatment on the track. This is to offer some privacy and calm for both horse and vet and does not automatically imply that a fatality has occurred

Equine care at Brighton is provided by Sussex Equine Hospital. To find out more about our Equine Welfare policy, please visit our website: www.brighton-racecourse.co.uk

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HBLB Prize Money

The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £266,980 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from May to August 2023.

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Stewards of the Meeting

Chief Steward Richard Westropp Stewards’ Panel Chair Allan Hepworth

Kate Smith, Fergus Sweeney, Lauren Thomson

Starters

Sam Avis

James Stenning

Judge

Jane Green

Handicapper

Mark Olley

Clerk Of The Scales

Graham Ford

Veterinary Officer

Howard Robinson

Medical Officers

Dr Rizwan Ghaani

Dr Robert Denney

Dr Rushda Ghani

Veterinary Surgeons

Sussex Equine Hospital

Equine Welfare & Integrity Officers

Carol Leggett

Sarah Collins

Peter Double

Commentator

John Blance

Betting Ring Manager

Vicki Moore

Raceday Presenter

Brett Williams

Executive Director

Paul Ellison

Clerk of the Course

Stephanie Wethered

Lead Safeguarding Official

Paul Ellison

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Deputy Safeguarding Lead

Stephanie Wethered

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Head Groundsman

Richard Langley

Farrier

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FINDING YOUR WAY AROUND

colour graphic

No of days since last ran

form guide previous performances

/=new season

-=new year

C=course winner

D=distance winner

CD=course & distance winner

BF=beaten favourite horse’s name horse’s saddlecloth number

birthplace of horse if not Great Britain

3 TRYSTER (IRE) (11) 3

Bold type shows all weather form

draw age weight st-lbs

3 9-5 (3)

B g Shamardal (USA) - Min Alhawa (USA) Adam Kirby

Godolphin Charlie Appleby, Newmarket Br Herbertstown House Stud Emirates

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising sort Third of 9 in maiden at Newmarket (10f, good to firm, 9/1) on debut 11 days ago, not knocked about. Open to plenty of improvement.

TFR HHHHH BHA-

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor

Star Ratings Explained

Br

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.

HHIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope HIIII Can be given little or no chance.

OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS EXPLAINED

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 2.25

ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS (6F ABT 210YDS) FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE STAR INSURANCE APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

Total prize fund £9800 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4046, 2nd £2024, 3rd £1011, 4th £506, 5th £253. (Penalty Value £5129.32) A SS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): T Carroll (54 wins from 438 runners, 12%) runs POETIC FORCE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): E Dunlop (10 wins from 27 runners, 37%) runs MATTY TOO WEIGHTWATCHER: EVOCATIVE SPARK won off a handicap mark of 90, his rating is now down 8lb to 82. LONGEST TRAVELLER: POETIC FORCE trained by T Carroll, Cropthorne, 175 miles.

MATTY TOO should prove capable of completing the hat-trick after winning at Yarmouth and Chepstow in June, a 5lb rise unlikely to prove overfacing to Ed Dunlop’s upwardly-mobile gelding Little Boy Blue has a good record over C&D and is most feared, with last-time-out winner Bonkersinabundance and Golden Passport also worth considering

2

Gr g Hellvelyn - Dusty Dazzler (IRE)

Mrs Tracy Turner Bill Turner, Sherborne

Br Mrs P. A. Turner

TIMEFORM VIEW 4-time course winner Latest win at Chepstow in June First below-par effort of the season when sixth of 8 in handicap (4/1) at Epsom (7f, good to firm) 21 days ago. Type to bounce back quickly TFRHHHHI BHA81

3 MATTY TOO (GB) (55) 601-011 D

4 10-2 (6)

B g Mattmu - Bustling Darcey Morgan Cole (5)

The Megsons Ed Dunlop, Newmarket

Br Fifehead Farms M. C. Denning Ed Dunlop Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Six wins from 21 Flat runs 2 wins from 3 runs this year 6/4, career best when winning 6-runner handicap at Chepstow (7.1f, good to firm) 55 days ago. Clearly thriving and makes plenty of appeal again here TFRHHHHH BHA80

4 GRANARY QUEEN (IRE) (9) 242365 CD

Ch m Dragon Pulse (IRE) - Multi Grain

Ian Gray and John Whitworth

Br Ringfort Stud Ltd

5 9-11 (3)

Harry Davies

Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury

Abm Catering Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Thirteen runs since last win in 2022 18/1 respectable fifth of 13 in handicap at Goodwood (6f, good to soft) 9 days ago, nearest finish. Regular slow starts mean others are more persuasive TFRHHHII BHA75 (-1)

5 GOLDEN PASSPORT (GB) (43) 41-3564 D

3 9-7 (5)

B g Acclamation - Fast Lily (IRE) Connor Planas (3)

Mr P. K. Siu Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn

Br Plantation Stud

ABM Catering Facilities Management

TIMEFORM VIEW Respectable fourth of 10 in handicap at Kempton (8f, 7/1) 43 days ago, suited by way race developed Cheekpieces on 1st time. Not taken lightly for in-form yard

6

DARTMAN (IRE) (12) 5344-54

B g Expert Eye - Rickrack (IRE)

Manton Thoroughbreds VII

TFRHHHHI BHA77

3 9-4 (7)

William Carver

Brian Meehan, Manton

Br Irish National Stud Mare Syndicate II Incognito Group Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent maiden again ran creditably when fourth of 16 in handicap at York (7f, good) 12 days ago. Still looks somewhatin the grip of the handicapper but should give another good account.

7 POETIC FORCE (IRE) (44) 666463 C D

Ch g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Obligada (IRE)

International Racing Club & Partner

Br S. J. Macdonald

TFRHHHII BHA74

9 9-4 (1)

Mollie Phillips

Tony Carroll, Cropthorne

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner 3 wins from 13 runs this year 9/1, respectable third of 8 in handicap at this C&D (good) 44 days ago. Becoming well treated.

TFRHHHII BHA68

BONKERSINABUNDANCE (IRE) (30) 001641 CD 3 8-12 (2)

B f Belardo (IRE) - Mojika

Aidan Keeley

Mrs H. Varian Roger Varian, Newmarket

Br Mojika Syndicate

TIMEFORM VIEW Found improvement for the step up in trip when winning 7-runner handicap at this C&D (good) 30 days ago. Can give another good account from 4lb higher mark.

2022: KING OF WAR 3 8 12 Rhys Clutterbuck 13-2 (Alexandra Dunn) 5 ran

TFRHHHHI BHA68

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 5. Visor worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2.

Stewards Note:

EVOCATIVE SPARK: Following its run on 17/6/2023 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Matty Too (GB), 4-1 Bonkersinabundance (IRE), 6-1 Little Boy Blue (GB), 7-1 Golden Passport (GB), 15-2 Dartman (IRE), 10-1 Granary Queen (IRE), 16-1 Poetic Force (IRE), 18-1 Evocative Spark (IRE)

RACE RESULT: TIME

POSITION OF STALLS

5f, 6f & 7f - centre

1m - inside

1m2f & 1m4f - outside

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SECOND RACE 3.00

ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS (6F ABT 210YDS) FOR MAIDEN TWO YRS OLD

THE STAR COMMUNITY HOUSING RESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) (for horses in Bands C and D) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £6800 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2902, 2nd £1450, 3rd £726, 4th £362. (Penalty Value £3672) SS

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): T Carroll (54 wins from 438 runners, 12%) runs WAQIF TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Balding (7 wins from 52 runners, 13%) runs AL SHABAB LONGEST TRAVELLER: HOPE JOANNA trained by C Johnston, Middleham, 293 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

LOADED QUIVER has found only one too good on both of his starts so far, still green when narrowly denied at Yarmouth 9 days ago, so he looks ready to get off the mark with further progress to come. Miguel showed plenty of ability on debut and is feared most upped in trip, ahead of Al Shabab.

1-2-3: 1.LOADED QUIVER 2.MIGUEL (IRE) 3.AL SHABAB (FR)

1 AL SHABAB (FR) (28) 0

B c Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Pink Paint (FR) Harry Davies (3)

Ahmad Al Shaikh Andrew Balding, Kingsclere

Br Woodslane Farm LLC

(6)

TIMEFORM VIEW Strong in the betting (9/4) but held back by inexperience when tenth of 12 in minor event at Newbury (6f, good to firm) on debut 28 days ago. Clearly thought capable of better and can leave his first run behind.

2 DRINK DRY (IRE) (21) 43

TFRHHHHI BHA-

9-7 (11)

B c Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Foxy Loxy (IRE) Morgan Cole (5)

Mr. Patrick Doyle Marco Botti, Newmarket

Br Newtown Anner Stud Marco Botti Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Still green but showed more than first time up when third of 8 in maiden at Epsom (7f, good to firm, 14/1) 3 weeks ago. Can give another good account.

3 LOADED QUIVER (GB) (9) 22 BF

TFRHHHII BHA-

9-7 (5)

B c Iffraaj - Royal Debt Hollie Doyle

Mr Mohammed Rashid Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn

Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown promise both starts so far, still learning when second of 12 in minor event at Yarmouth (7f, good, 6/5) 9 days ago. Open to further improvement and he can open his account

4 UPPER HAND (IRE) (-)

B c Camacho - Proud Maria (IRE)

TFRHHHHH BHA-

9-7 (2)

Darragh Keenan

Mr J. Butler John Butler, Newmarket

Br Mr R. Galway

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 24 €18,000 yearling Camacho colt. Brother to winner up to 6f Macho Pride and half-brother to 2-y-o 5f winner Auckland Lodge. Has a fair standard to aim at on debut.

TFRHHIII BHA-

5 VALIDATED (GB) (-)

5VALIDATED

9-7 (1)

9-7(1)

B c Iffraaj - Believable Cheveley Park Stud Sir Mark Prescott Bt, Newmarket

Br Cheveley Park Stud Limited Cheveley Park Stud

6 WAQIF (IRE) (38) 0

NON-RUNNER

Prescott colt for

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 7. Iffraaj colt. Half-brother to 2-y-o 6f winner Credible Watch for market clues.

B c U S Navy Flag (USA) - Elora Princess (GER)

TFRHHIII BHA-

9-7 (10)

Dougie Costello

Noora Racing Ltd Tony Carroll, Cropthorne

Br M. Downey & Kildaragh Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Always behind on his first outing when eleventh of 12 in maiden at Windsor (5.1f, good to firm, 80/1) 38 days ago. Bred to be suited by this longer trip but still looks to be up against it

7 COMPTON BAY (GB) (36) (2lb) 4

Ch c New Bay - On A Cloud (USA)

TFRHIIII BHA-

9-5 (7)

Georgia Dobie (3)

Mr T. Smith Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury

Br London Thoroughbred Services Ltd Abm Catering Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability when fourth of 6 in maiden at Epsom (7f, good, 4/1) on debut 36 days ago. Hood on 1st time and he’s entitled to progress

TFRHHHII BHA-

8 MIGUEL (IRE) (13) (2lb) 2

Ch c Phoenix of Spain (IRE) - Brioniya

Fruci, Pakenham, Walsh & Partner

Br Mr Andriy Milovonov & V. Tymoshenko

George Bass (3)

Jack Channon, West Ilsley

Jack Channon Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed plenty amidst greenness when second of 11 in maiden at Chepstow (6.1f, good to soft 11/2) on debut 13 days ago. Merits consideration with the step up in trip to suit. TFRHHHHI BHA-

9 SPEED COURT (GB) (12) (2lb) 6 9-5 (8)

B c Acclamation - Affected (IRE)

Connor Planas (5)

Mr Jassim Bin Ali Al Attiyah Hilal Kobeissi, Newmarket

Br Plantation Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Made little impact on his first start when sixth of 7 in maiden at Newmarket (7f, good, 80/1)

12 days ago. Best watched TFRHIIII BHA-

10 UNLEASH HELL (IRE) (54) (2lb) 00

B g Postponed (IRE) - Serabrina (IRE)

Tom Dascombe Racing Club

Br Kildaragh Stud

Aidan Keeley (3)

Tom Dascombe, Lambourn

Route Agency Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Has finished well held both starts to date, eighth of 13 in maiden at Leicester (7f, good to firm, 40/1) 54 days ago. Needs to leave previous efforts well behind having been gelded since last time

11 MY LADY SAMANTHA (GB) (78) 0

TFRHHIII BHA-

9-2 (3)

B f Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Vitello Kieran O’Neill

Miss Samantha Elliott Alice Haynes, Newmarket

Br Biddestone Stud Ltd

Colourpin, Alice Haynes Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Very green when eighth of 10 in minor event at Kempton (6f, 14/1) on debut 78 days ago. Needs to take a big step forward with cheekpieces now reached for.

12 HOPE JOANNA (IRE) (-) (2lb)

TFRHHIII BHA-

9-0 (9)

B f El Kabeir (USA) - Jo Bo Bo (IRE) Franny Norton Johnston Racing Ltd Charlie Johnston, Middleham

Br Dubois Holdings Ltd Johnston Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled May 22 €9,000 yearling, El Kabeir filly. Half-sister to 2-y-o 5f winner Delizia and winner up to 7f Bowman, both useful Dam unraced half-sister to smart 5f winner Dominica Could go well on debut

2022: CITE D’OR (FR) 2 8 13 Pierre-Louis Jamin 9-4 (Harry Eustace) 5 ran

Hood worn first time by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 11.

Running for the first time since Gelding No. 10.

Stewards Note:

TFRHHHII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 12

LOADED QUIVER: Following its run on 1/8/2023 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed early-on.

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Loaded Quiver (GB), 9-2 Miguel (IRE), 8-1 Al Shabab (FR), Drink Dry (IRE), 9-1 Hope Joanna (IRE), 11-1 Compton Bay (GB), 22-1 My Lady Samantha (GB), 28-1 Upper Hand (IRE), Unleash Hell (IRE), 66-1 Waqif (IRE), Speed Court (GB)

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THIRD RACE 3.30

ONE MILE ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (11F ABT 198YDS) FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE NEVAEH MAI BROWN CLASSIFIED STAKES (CLASS 6)

Total prize fund £6200 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2560, 2nd

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): T Carroll (54 wins from 438 runners, 12%) runs GLOBAL STYLE, TEMUR KHAN & YOUNG WINSTON TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): G L Moore (6 wins from 27 runners, 22%) runs ASENSE

LONGEST TRAVELLERS: TEMUR KHAN, GLOBAL STYLE & YOUNG WINSTON trained by T Carroll, Cropthorne, 175 miles.

3rd £640, 4th £320, 5th £160. (Penalty Value £3245.08) SS A low-grade contest, in which YOUNG WINSTON makes most appeal on the back of a more encouraging stable debut at Bath last time. Asense arrives here on the back of a creditable effort at Windsor and can pose the biggest threat, whilst 3-time C&D winner Temur Khan and the stable-switching Mi Sueno can complete the frame.

firm) 15 days ago. Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals.

3 JUNOESQUE (GB) (62) 24-5504 CD

9 9-12 (6)

B m Virtual - Snake Skin Darragh Keenan Andrew Bell and Michael Wright John Gallagher, Moreton-In-Marsh

Br Adweb Ltd Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest mare. 8-time course winner Twelve runs since last win in 2022 and recent efforts have left plenty to be desired, so has bit to prove despite good course record Engaged 4.00 here Wednesday.

4 MI SUENO (IRE) (400) 000-

Bl g Rock of Gibraltar (IRE) - Azagirl (IRE)

HHHII BHA49

4 9-12 (3)

Connor Planas (5)

Mrs E. Lucey-Butler Paddy Butler, Lewes

Br Elvira Kinsella Garcia

TIMEFORM VIEW Little show in Irish maidens on Flat Going the right way over hurdles second of 13 in handicap at Cartmel (17.2f, good) 41 days ago. First run for yard after leaving Peter John Flood Worth market check

5 NO DIGGITY (IRE) (10) 554346

B g Sir Prancealot (IRE) - Monarchy (IRE)

Mr Roberto Favarulo

Br D. Veitch & B. Douglas

TFRHHHII BHA49

7 9-12 (4)

Luke Morris

Martin Dunne, Newmarket

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest gelding. 11/1, first run since leaving John Butler when sixth of 9 in handicap at Lingfield (11.6f, good to soft) 10 days ago. Visor back on. Still needs to prove his effectiveness over this trip

6 TEMUR KHAN (GB) (36) 66-0003 CD

Br g Dansili - Slink

Mrs Helen Hogben

TFRHHHII BHA46 (-1)

8 9-12 (1)

Mollie Phillips (3)

Tony Carroll, Cropthorne

Br London Thoroughbred Services Ltd Mill House Racing Limited, Select Property Developments (Gloucester) Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest gelding. 3-time C&D winner Stopped the slide when third of 9 in handicap (20/1) at Bath (11.6f good to firm) 36 days ago. Holds frame claims

7 YOUNG WINSTON (GB) (36) 306402

B g Churchill (IRE) - Come With Me

TFRHHHII BHA48

4 9-12 (8)

Millie Wonnacott (5)

KHDRP2 Tony Carroll, Cropthorne

Br Whatcote Farm Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest gelding. Almost 2 years since sole win from 28

at Bath (10.2f, good to firm) 36 days ago. Expected to be

ALODIA (GB) (15) 040056

Ch f Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Atone

3 9-2 (10)

Dougie Costello

Mr N. Pickett Sylvester Kirk, Upper Lambourn

Br Juddmonte Farms Ltd Thames Ceilings Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest filly. 50/1 creditable sixth of 13 in handicap at Bath (10.2f good to soft) 15 days ago. Has work to do

HHHII BHA45

9

QUEEN OF STEEL (GB) (15) 025365

3 9-2 (9)

B f Nathaniel (IRE) - Canyara (GER) Aidan Keeley (3)

Mr Imran Butt & Partner Mark Usher, Lambourn

Br The Flying One TIMEFORM VIEW Modest filly. 12/1 and hooded for 1st time, creditable fifth of 13 in handicap at Bath (10.2f, good to soft) 15 days ago. Something to find on form

10 STEVEN SEAGULL (GB) (24) 253604

HHHII BHA45

3 9-2 (2)

B g War Command (USA) - Mercy Me Kieran O’Neill

The Leolli Partnership John Ryan, Newmarket

Br Mr Graham Smith-Bernal TIMEFORM VIEW Modest gelding. 40/1, showed no aptitude when tenth of 12 in juvenile hurdle at Stratford (16.3f good to soft) on NH debut 7 days ago. Cheekpieces back on.

TFRHHHII BHA46

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Visor worn first time by No. 4. Hood worn by No. 9. Visor worn by No. 5.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 3, 10.

Stewards Note:

NO DIGGITY: Following its run on 31/7/2023 it was reported that the horse would prefer a quicker surface.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Young Winston (GB), 9-2 Asense (GB), 7-1 Junoesque (GB), 15-2 Temur Khan (GB), 12-1 Global Style (IRE), 14-1 Steven Seagull (GB), 16-1 Mi Sueno (IRE), No Diggity (IRE), Queen of Steel (GB), 20-1 Alodia (GB)

RACE RESULT: TIME

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FOURTH RACE 4.00

ONE MILE ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (11F ABT 198YDS) FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE STAR SPORTS BRIGHTON CHALLENGE CUP HANDICAP STAKES

(CLASS

4) (For the Brighton Challenge Cup)

Total prize fund £20650 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £8526, 2nd £4264, 3rd £2131, 4th £1066, 5th £533. (Penalty Value £10808.20) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): T Carroll (54 wins from 438 runners, 12%) runs WALK THE MOON TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): C Johnston (6 wins from 73 runners, 8%) runs ALUMNUS LONGEST TRAVELLER: ALUMNUS trained by C Johnston, Middleham, 293 miles.

AL AZHAR bounced back to his best when winning at Wolverhampton last time and he can score again in his current form. The 4-y-o is taken to see off the challenge of Premiere Ligne, who matched the pick of his French form when runner-up at Lingfield on his latest outing, while Night Eagle can also give another good account. 1-2-3: 1.AL AZHAR (IRE) 2.PREMIERE LIGNE (FR) 3.NIGHT EAGLE (IRE)

no horse

1 PREMIERE LIGNE (FR) (47) 061-002 D

B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Realism (USA) Luke Morris Caveat Emptor Partnership Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley

Br S.A.S.U. Ecurie Des Monceaux et al Bridgend Hotel

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner in France and stepped up on first 2 starts for current yard when second of 7 in handicap at Lingfield (11.6f good to firm 9/1) 47 days ago. Can make presence felt with tongue strap back on.

2 DUNDORY (IRE) (30) 551256 D 7 9-12 (5)

B g Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Lady Bones (IRE) Jack Kearney (5) The Cross Racing Club John O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn

Br Newtown Anner Stud Farm Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful at Doncaster in April but below that level last 2 starts sixth of 9 in handicap at Pontefract (12f, good to soft, 9/1) 30 days ago. Needs to get back on track

3 PARTY ISLAND (IRE) (15) 3-06442 D

6 9-12 (6)

Ch g Tagula (IRE) - Pretty Demanding (IRE) George Bass (3)

Mr A. Killoran Denis Coakley, West Ilsley

Br Mr E. Mulryan Denis Coakley Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Creditable effort against his younger rivals when second of 4 in handicap at Lingfield (11.6f good to firm 7/1) 15 days ago. Can give his running again.

4 AL AZHAR (IRE) (24) 60-0321 D

4 9-11 (7)

B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Arabian Comet (IRE) Dougie Costello

John Wallis, Stephen Wallis, Nona Baker

Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

Marcus Tregoning, Whitsbury

Marcus Tregoning Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW After 8 weeks off, back to best when winning 5-runner handicap at Wolverhampton (14f 9/4) 24 days ago, going away at the line. Going through a good spell at present and he can follow up

5 ALUMNUS (GB) (6) 0-26135 D

3 9-9 (4)

Gr g Kendargent (FR) - Alma Mater Franny Norton

Kingsley Park 29 - Gold

Charlie Johnston, Middleham

Br Miss K. Rausing Johnston Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark at Newcastle in June However, back on turf he looked awkward when fifth of 12 in handicap at Goodwood (11.2f, soft, 66/1) 6 days ago, hanging right Capable if on a going day.

6 NIGHT EAGLE (IRE) (15) 60-5515 D BF

B g Free Eagle (IRE) - Life At Night (IRE)

Mr Scott Chambers

Br Soc. Finanza Locale Consulting Srl

TFRHHHII BHA80

5 9-8 (2)

Tom Queally

Gary Moore, Horsham

K M Elite Products Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Gained a first win of the season at Epsom in July and shaped as if still in good form when fifth of 14 in handicap at Sandown (10f good 9/2) 15 days ago. Enters calculations back up in trip TFRHHHHI BHA69

7 BUG BOY (IRE) (13) 005416 D

B g Big Bad Bob (IRE) - Velvetina (IRE)

Dr S. P. Hargreaves

Br Windflower Overseas

7 9-4 (9)

Connor Planas (5)

Tony Newcombe, Barnstaple

TIMEFORM VIEW Back to winning ways at Epsom in July but not in the same form when sixth of 10 in handicap at Ascot (12f, good to soft, 16/1) 13 days ago, though possibly found the ground softer than ideal TFRHHIII BHA65

8

GEARING’S POINT (GB) (15) 331115

5 9-1 (8)

Rose Dawes (5) Mr Shane Francis Sheena West, Lewes

B m Harbour Watch (IRE) - Amahoro

Br G Hedley & Mike Channon Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Four wins from 7 runs this year for her current yard, with latest success at Bath (11.6f) in July

Below-form fifth of 9 in handicap at the same C&D (good to soft, 9/4) 15 days ago, but could bounce back on quicker ground. TFRHHHII BHA62

9 WALK THE MOON (GB) (34) 0-005

B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Ladys First

3 8-5 (3)

Hollie Doyle

Six Pack Tony Carroll, Cropthorne

Br Lady Bamford Mill House Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Struggled to improve on handicap debut when fifth of 7 at Haydock (10.2f, firm, 11/2) 34 days ago. Much more needed on first run for yard after leaving Ed Walker

2022: NO CORRESPPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 1. Blinkers worn by No. 4. Visor worn by No. 5.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 6.

Stewards Note:

TFRHHIII BHA62

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

PREMIERE LIGNE: Following its run on 24/6/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Al Azhar (IRE), 6-1 Premiere Ligne (FR), 7-1 Night Eagle (IRE), 8-1 Gearing’s Point (GB), 9-1 Party Island (IRE), 10-1 Alumnus (GB), 11-1 Bug Boy (IRE), 14-1 Dundory (IRE), 18-1 Walk The Moon (GB)

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FIFTH RACE 4.30

ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS (6F ABT 210YDS) FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE STAR CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE CLASSIFIED STAKES (CLASS 6)

Total prize fund £9500 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3923, 2nd £1962, 3rd £980, 4th £490, 5th £245. (Penalty Value £4972.30) SS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): T Carroll (54 wins from 438 runners, 12%) runs DE VEGAS KID , HE’S OUR STAR , MADRINHO, QUEEN SARABI & SAPPHIRE’S MOON TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): G L Moore (6 wins from 27 runners, 22%) runs RECKON I’M HOT & VOODOO RAY LONGEST TRAVELLERS: MADRINHO, SAPPHIRE’S MOON, QUEEN SARABI, HE’S OUR STAR & DE VEGAS KID trained by T Carroll, Cropthorne, 175 miles

VOODOO RAY showed much improved from to win a C&D handicap on his penultimate outing and shaped at least as well in defeat under an overly-aggressive ride here last time, so sets a decent standard in this low-grade contest. No Turning Back ran well when second over C&D last month and merits respect, whilst Madrinho seems slightly more trustworthy at Brighton than elsewhere and can give also give a good account.

1-2-3: 1.VOODOO RAY (IRE) 2.NO TURNING BACK 3.MADRINHO (IRE)

VEGAS KID (IRE) (15) 426060 CD

Ch g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Fravolina (USA) Mollie Phillips (3)

The Rebelle Boys Tony Carroll, Cropthorne

Br Miriam O’Donnell & Kevin F. O’Donnell Mill House Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW 5-time course. Fifteen runs since last win in 2022 40/1, seventh of 11 in handicap at Bath (5.7f, good) 15 days ago. Significantly back up in trip Goes well here but looks out of form

2 GONZAGA (GB) (13) 666040

B g Oasis Dream - Symposia

(6)

Miss J. C. Blackwell James Bennett, Wantage

Br Juddmonte Farms Ltd

NON-RUNNER

James Bennett Racehorse Transport

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 46 Flat runs Seventh of 10 in minor event (25/1) at Chepstow (8.1f, good to soft) 13 days ago, very slowly away Hard to fancy even in this lowly grade.

3 HE’S OUR STAR (IRE) (15) 252000 CD 8 9-8 (4)

B g Lord Shanakill (USA) - Afilla

Mrs Susan Keable

Franny Norton

Tony Carroll, Cropthorne

Br Irish National Stud Mill House Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest gelding. C&D winner Probably needed when thirteenth of 14 in handicap (80/1) at Sandown (10f, good) 15 days ago but was out of form during the spring. Lots to prove dropping significantly back down in trip

HHIII BHA50

4 MADRINHO (IRE) (30) 326502 CD 10 9-8 (7)

Ch g Frozen Power (IRE) - Perfectly Clear (USA)

Hollie Doyle

Mr A. Mills Tony Carroll, Cropthorne

Br Fortbarrington Stud Mill House Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Twenty runs since last win in 2021 10/1 respectable second of 10 in minor event at this course (8f, good) 30 days ago. Tends to go well here, so is respected with Doyle aboard despite patchy profile. TFRHHHHI BHA49

5 NO TURNING BACK (GB) (37) 0-40242 BF

4 9-8 (8)

B f Equiano (FR) - Isabella Beeton Paddy Bradley (3)

Mr Hugh J. F. Lang Pat Phelan, Epsom

Br Tony J. Smith Ede’s (UK) Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest filly. Good second of 10 in handicap at this C&D (good, 16/5) 37 days ago. Looks competitive on form

6 PULL THE LEVER (IRE) (16) 0-00400

TFRHHHHI BHA50

4 9-8 (1)

B g Tagula (IRE) - Hi Milady (IRE) Owen Lewis (7)

Drop the Flag

Dominic Ffrench Davis, Lambourn

Br Martin Kraft High View Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden at best but has made little impact in handicaps this year, failing

beat a rival at Wolverhampton last time. Others preferred

(IRE) (44) 003040 CD

B m The Last Lion (IRE) - Tango Tonic (IRE)

L Judd T Stamp J Hardcastle R Miles Tony Carroll, Cropthorne

Br Blackwater Bloodstock Ltd & Corrin Stud Mill House Racing Limited, Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Eleven runs since sole win in 2022 10 1/2 lengths seventh of 9 to Voodoo Ray in handicap (13/2) at this C&D (good) 44 days ago. Hard to fancy.

HHIII BHA43

8 RECKON I’M HOT (GB) (9) 632624

B g Hot Streak (IRE) - Dark Reckoning

Heart of the South Racing 127

Br The Dark Reckoning Partnership

4 9-8 (3)

Dougie Costello

Gary Moore, Horsham

Heart Of The South Bloodstock

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest gelding. Remains a maiden after 22 Flat runs 13/2 not disgraced when fourth of 11 in minor event at Yarmouth (5.2f, good) 9 days ago. Significantly up in trip Place claims on the form of his second here (6f) last month.

9 SAPPHIRE’S MOON (GB) (13) 404025 CD 4 9-8 (9)

B f Ardad (IRE) - Shifting Moon Luke Morris

Curry House Corner

Tony Carroll, Cropthorne

Br M. E. Wates Mill House Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest filly. C&D winner One win from 31 Flat runs 9/2, bit below form fifth of 9 in handicap at Chepstow (7.1f, good to soft) 13 days ago. Others more persuasive

10 SILVER DIVA (GB) (15) 6-04456

Gr m Hellvelyn - Heartsong (IRE)

5 9-8 (5)

Darragh Keenan

J & L Wetherald - M & M Glover John Gallagher, Moreton-In-Marsh

Br Mrs R. J. Gallagher

S. Mechanical Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Modest mare. Remains a maiden after 27 Flat runs 14/1, respectable sixth of 11 in handicap at Bath (5.7f, good) 15 days ago. Up in trip Others preferred

11 VOODOO RAY (IRE) (37) 342-013 CD

Ch g Ribchester (IRE) - Midget

Rail Limited Gary Moore, Horsham

Br

Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest gelding. Tenth of 12 in handicap at Bath (8f, soft, 25/1). Off 101 days. Temperament is now under suspicion and he makes little appeal.

13 HAVANA HEAT (GB) (54) 0-00224 BF

3 9-2 (11)

B g Havana Grey - Light of Love Harry Davies (3) The Hot Shots Syndicate & Phoebe Hobby Charles Hills, Lambourn Br Brightwalton Bloodstock Ltd Stonegate Homes

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up at Lingfield and at this course in June Raced too freely when fourth of 7 in handicap (9/4) at Leicester (7f, good to firm) 54 days ago. Not discounted if able to bounce back TFRHHHII BHA48

2022: SAPPHIRE’S MOON 3 9 3 Luke Morris 7-1 (Tony Carroll) 9 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 13 Blinkers worn by No. 3, 10, 11. Tongue Strap worn by No. 8, 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 4, 8. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 7.

Stewards Note:

PULL THE LEVER: Following its run on 25/7/2023 it was reported that the horse was slowly away

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 No Turning Back (GB), 5-1 Voodoo Ray (IRE), 9-1 Madrinho (IRE), 10-1 De Vegas Kid (IRE), 11-1 Havana Heat (GB), 12-1 Sapphire’s Moon (GB), 14-1 Reckon I’m Hot (GB), 18-1 Silver Diva (GB), 25-1 He’s Our Star (IRE), Queen Sarabi (IRE), 33-1 Gonzaga (GB), Finn Star (IRE), 40-1 Pull The Lever (IRE)

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SIXTH RACE 5.00

ABOUT ONE MILE (7F ABT 216YDS) FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE ALFRISTON GARDENS CLASSIC HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

Total prize fund £6200 x Owners Prize Money 1st £2560, 2nd £1280, 3rd £640, 4th £320, 5th £160. (Penalty Value £3245.08) Weights lowered 1lb. SS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): T Carroll (54 wins from 438 runners, 12%) runs FIELDSMAN & LOCAL BAY

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): G L Moore (6 wins from 27 runners, 22%) runs BRILLIANT BLUE FANCY THAT: A Carroll won this race in 2013 and 2021. The stable runs FIELDSMAN & LOCAL BAY today. LONGEST TRAVELLER: FIELDSMAN & LOCAL BAY trained by T Carroll, Cropthorne, 175 miles.

LOCAL BAY was unlucky not to finish closer when third at Chepstow last month, keeping on when short of room entering the final 100 yds, so he can take advantage of his lower turf mark this time around. Paco’s Pride ran her best race when second at Bath 22 days ago and could be the main danger, with Brilliant Blue completing the shortlist.

Br Mrs J Blyth Currie

TIMEFORM VIEW Thirteen runs since last win in 2021 Not discredited after 5 months off when seventh of 9 in handicap at Kempton (1m, 12/1) 29 days ago. More needed to take advantage of his career-low mark.

2 RIVAS ROB ROY (GB) (21) 621110 CD 8 9-11 (4)

Ch g Archipenko (USA) - Rivas Rhapsody (IRE) Darragh Keenan

Mr T. J. F. Smith John Gallagher, Moreton-In-Marsh

Br Mr D. Hefin Jones

TIMEFORM VIEW Completed C&D hat-trick in May/June. Winning run ended when last of 10 in handicap at Epsom (8.5f, good to firm, 14/1) 3 weeks ago, but could fare better returned to this venue. TFRHHHII BHA60

3 FIELDSMAN (USA) (55) 652326 CD

11 9-10 (1)

B g Hard Spun (USA) - R Charlie’s Angel (USA) Mollie Phillips (3)

SF Racing Club

Br H. Sexton, S. Sexton & Silver Fern Farm

Tony Carroll, Cropthorne

Mill House Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Below-par effort when last of 6 in handicap at Chepstow (7.1f, good to firm, 7/1) 55 days ago. However, had placed at this course on his previous 2 outings, so could leave his latest effort behind TFRHHHII BHA59

4 LOCAL BAY (GB) (31) 112043 D

Br h Cable Bay (IRE) - Local Fancy

5 9-8 (3)

Hollie Doyle

Mr N Sfrantzis Tony Carroll, Cropthorne

Br Rosyground Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice at Southwell in February. Denied clear run when third of 11 in handicap at Chepstow (7.1f, good to soft, 11/) 31 days ago Major player with tongue strap back on.

5 BRILLIANT BLUE (IRE) (17) 624063

4 9-7 (6)

B g Ribchester (IRE) - Sea of Knowledge (IRE) Tom Queally

Mr T Jacobs & Mr J E Harley

Gary Moore, Horsham

Br Linacre House Limited Jacobs Construction (Holdings) Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW With tongue strap reapplied and cheekpieces on for 1st time, back on track when third of 13 in handicap at Windsor (8.1f, good, 5/1) 17 days ago. Shortlisted.

6 ROYAL BLISS (IRE) (16) 0-36000

B f Ribchester (IRE) - Chillala (IRE)

Daniel MacAuliffe & Anoj Don

TFRHHHII BHA56

3 9-6 (5)

Harry Davies (3)

Amy Murphy, Newmarket

Br Daniel MacAuliffe & Anoj Don Class1Personnel, Amy Murphy Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW In first-time hood, never dangerous when eighth of 11 in handicap (33/1) at Chelmsford City (1m) 16 days ago. Others more persuasive

7 PACO’S PRIDE (GB) (22) 0-60442

Gr f Roaring Lion (USA) - Paco’s Angel

3 9-4 (2)

Aidan Keeley (3)

Biddestone Racing XIII Roger Varian, Newmarket

Br Biddestone Stud Ltd

Biddestone Stud Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Dropped in grade, produced her best effort to date when second of 10 in handicap at Bath (1m, good, 4/1) 22 days ago. Not taken lightly

HHHHI BHA60

2022: GIRL INTHE PICTURE (IRE) 3 9 9 Neil Callan 11-4 (Ed Dunlop) 6 ran

DECLARED RUNNERS 7

Hood worn by No. 6. Blinkers worn by No. 2. Visor worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5.

Stewards Note:

BHUBEZI: Following its run on 12/7/2023 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed under pressure.

RIVAS ROB ROY: Following its run on 20/7/2023 it was reported that the horse stumbled leaving the stalls.

LOCAL BAY: Following its run on 10/7/2023 it was reported that the horse was briefly denied a clear run.

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Local Bay (GB), 11-4 Paco’s Pride (GB), 9-2 Brilliant Blue (IRE), 8-1 Fieldsman (USA), 10-1 Rivas Rob Roy (GB), 16-1 Bhubezi (GB), 18-1 Royal Bliss (IRE)

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RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 2.25 - THE STAR INSURANCE APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5129 to the winning horse The second to receive £2406, the third £1202, the fourth £601 and the fifth £299. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 61-80 (also open to such horses rated 81 and 82; such horses rated 60 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £49 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 8th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 5lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 10lb Penalties, after July 29th, 2023, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. To be ridden by Apprentice Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 52 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to August 7th, 2023, have not ridden more than 50 winners in races under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 25 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed). Star Sports 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. 16 entries at £49. - Closed August 4th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4046; Second £2024; Third £1011; Fourth £506; Fifth £253 (Penalty Value £5129.32) A SS

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Second Race 3.00 - THE STAR COMMUNITY HOUSING RESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) (for horses in Bands C and D) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3672 to the winning horse The second to receive £1723, the third £862 and the fourth £431. for maiden two yrs old, which are in Bands C and D. Enter by noon, August 4th and pay £34 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 8th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 7lb; fillies 9st 2lb Allowances: Band D from Band C 2lb. Star Sports 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. For further details regarding Restricted Race Bands, please refer to Standard Conditions for Entry on www2.racingadmin. co.uk 20 entries at £34. - Closed August 4th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £2902; Second £1450; Third £726; Fourth £362. (Penalty Value £3672) SS

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Third Race 3.30 - THE NEVAEH MAI BROWN CLASSIFIED 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 three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-50. Enter by noon, August 4th and pay £31 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 8th. Weights: 3-y-o 9st 2lb; 4-y-o and up 9st 12lb Penalties, after July 29th, 2023, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb NOTE: For horses reassessed since the publication of the qualifying rating list for entry, the excess in any rating above the rating band shall be added to the weights stated above. Star Sports 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. ELIMINATION: Protection from elimination will operate in the following order Horses which, in the opinion of the Handicapper, have the highest Handicap Rating based on races run up to and including the Saturday prior to closing, except that horses which have run fewer than seven times in a Flat race will be given priority Random balloting will apply where horses have identical Handicap Ratings. (In the case of horses which have raced fewer than 7 times, no preference will be given to those with the least number of runs. Those with the highest handicap rating will be given preference). 13 entries at £31. - Closed August 4th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £2560; Second £1280; Third £640; Fourth £320; Fifth £160. (Penalty Value £3245.08) SS

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Fourth Race 4.00 - THE STAR SPORTS BRIGHTON CHALLENGE CUP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (For the Brighton Challenge Cup) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10808 to the winning horse The second to receive £5071, the third £2533, the fourth £1267 and the fifth £631. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 61-80 (also open to such horses rated 81 and 82; such horses rated 60 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £103 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher, or £20 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £83 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 8th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 2lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 6lb Penalties, after July 29th, 2023, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. The winning owner will be presented with the Brighton Challenge Cup which is then retained at Brighton Racecourse. Star Sports have kindly donated a prize for the person adjudged responsible for the best turned out horse The British Horseracing Authority has modified Schedule (F)2 of the Rules of Racing for the purposes of this race. NOTE: Three-year-old horses might not be able to receive the full weight-for-age allowance in this race. 20 entries, 1 at £20 and 19 at £103. - Closed August 4th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £8526; Second £4264; Third £2131; Fourth £1066; Fifth £533. (Penalty Value £10808.20) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS

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Fifth Race 4.30 - THE STAR CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE CLASSIFIED STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4972 to the winning horse The second to receive £2333, the third £1165, the fourth £583 and the fifth £290. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-50. Enter by noon, August 4th and pay £47 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 8th. Weights: 3-y-o 9st 2lb; 4-y-o and up 9st 8lb Penalties, after July 29th, 2023, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb

NOTE: For horses reassessed since the publication of the qualifying rating list for entry, the excess in any rating above the rating band shall be added to the weights stated above. Star Sports 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. ELIMINATION: Protection from elimination will operate in the following order Horses which, in the opinion of the Handicapper, have the highest Handicap Rating based on races run up to and including the Saturday prior to closing, except that horses which have run fewer than seven times in a Flat race will be given priority Random balloting will apply where horses have identical Handicap Ratings. (In the case of horses which have raced fewer than 7 times, no preference will be given to those with the least number of runs. Those with the highest handicap rating will be given preference). 18 entries at £47. - Closed August 4th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £3923; Second £1962; Third £980; Fourth £490; Fifth £245. (Penalty Value £4972.30) SS

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Sixth Race 5.00 - THE ALFRISTON GARDENS CLASSIC 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 three yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-62 (also open to such horses rated 63 and 64; 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. August 8th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 12lb; 3-y-o 8st 5lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 7lb Penalties, after July 29th, 2023, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Star Sports 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. 19 entries, 1 at £6 and 18 at £31. - Closed August 4th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £2560; Second £1280; Third £640; Fourth £320; Fifth £160. (Penalty Value £3245.08) Weights lowered 1lb. SS

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F I X T U R E LI ST 20 23

APRIL

Saturday 22 (E) Season Opener

MAY

Tuesday 2 Afternoon Racing

Wednesday 3 Evening Racing

Tuesday 23 Afternoon Racing

Tuesday 30 Afternoon Racing

JUNE

Friday 9 (A) Gentleman’s Day

Tuesday 13 Afternoon Racing

Tuesday 20 Evening Racing

Tuesday 27 Afternoon Racing

JULY

Tuesday 4 Afternoon Racing

Tuesday 11 Evening Racing

AUGUST

Wednesday 9 (A) Festival of Racing

Thursday 10 (A) Festival of Racing - Ladies Day

Friday 11 (A) Festival of Racing

Monday 21 Afternoon Racing

SEPTEMBER

Sunday 3 (A) Family Fun Day

Monday 4 Afternoon Racing

Monday 11 Afternoon Racing

Monday 18 Afternoon Racing

OCTOBER

Tuesday 10 Afternoon Racing

Thursday 19 Afternoon Racing