Chepstow Racecard - Friday 28th July

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1 TOP COP (12) 050322

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69-7 (11)

B g Acclamation - Speed Cop Matthew Cosham (3) South Wales Argus & Chepstow Racing Club Ronald Harris, Chepstow Br Littleton StudRon Harris Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Modeststrike-rate (2-47) buthas postedsolid effortsinsprinthandicaps here and at Ffos Las recently.Remains on aworkable mark and oughttomakehis presence felt once again.

KEY OwnerBreeding Breeder Jockey TrainerSponsor S Br

Star Ratings Explained

Eachhorse hasbeen given astarrating, theseare definedbelow:

HHHHH Selected to winthe race

HHHHI Good chance of being placed

HHHII By no meansout of thereckoningbut at leastone or twohold stronger claims

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HHIII Unlikelytowin butnot totallywithout hope

HIIII Canbegiven 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 nonhandicaps 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. For novice steeple chasers, the latest hurdle race rating may be shown until such time as the Handicappers allot a separate steeple chase rating Such ratings are prefixed by the letter h.

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Welcome and thanks for joining us, Cardiff City we hope you all have a lovely evening with us.

The Planning is very much underway for the rest of 2023 and its looking like a busy time ahead.

We host our first Racing League fixture on Thursday 10th August and our Superhero Family day on the 28th August.

The Unibet Jump Season Opener will take place on the 13th and 14th October, please see the website for more information and purchase your tickets in advance. We now offer a combined ticket (at a discounted rate) so you can all benefit from the two day event.

The following month, we are running the Chepstow Military Raceday on the Wednesday 8th November and there is free admission for past and present military personnel.

December 27th – is all about the Coral Welsh Grand National again we are recommending buying your tickets early to avoid disappointment.

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Lindsay Knox General Manager

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FIRST RACE 5.09

ABOUT ONE MILE (8F ABT 14YDS) FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE VICKERS.BET HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £7400 x 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): J G O’Shea (19 wins from 143 runners, 13%) runs MACS DILEMMA

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): I Williams (4 wins from 29 runners, 14%) runs TYPICAL MAN

FANCY THAT: J G O’Shea won this race in 2015 and 2016. The stable runs MACS DILEMMA today.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: HASTILY trained by T McGuinness, Ireland.

HASTILY ran a screamer in a stronger handicap at Naas last month and the Irish raider has a good chance with a repeat of that. Shoot To Kill might be able to reverse recent course form with Macs Dilemma over this longer trip. Last Hoorah and Ellade are also respected. 1-2-3: 1.HASTILY 2.SHOOT TO KILL (IRE) 3.LAST HOORAH

DILEMMA (IRE) (18) 0-52631 C

B g Coulsty (IRE) - Ohsosecret

Sexton

Hannah Jones John O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn

Br Mrs Oonagh McKeever

VIEW 4-time course winner Career best when winning 11-runner handicap (4/1) at this course (7.1f, good to soft) 18 days ago, well positioned Loves it here but this trip is a step into the unknown

2 CELTIC EMPRESS (GB) (53) 640-600 D 5 10-1 (7)

B m Golden Horn - Cartimandua Ray Dawson Llewelyn,Runeckles Heather Main, Wantage

Br Mrs F. S. Williams Open Plan Law Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWDual winner last term 9/1, seventh of 10 in handicap at Windsor (8.1f, good to firm) 53 days ago. Chance if rediscovering old form TFRHHHII BHA74

3 LAST HOORAH (GB) (44) 6-04302

Ch g Bated Breath - Fibou (USA)

Sandyfield Syndicate

Br Mr Liam Sheridan

4 10-1 (5)

Hollie Doyle

Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn

TIMEFORM VIEW Eleven runs since last win in 2021. 22/1, creditable second of 14 in handicap at Kempton (8f) 44 days ago, well positioned On a good mark and one to note TFRHHHII BHA74

4 SHOOT TO KILL (IRE) (18) 006553 D

6 10-0 (8)

B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Nancy Astor Shariq Mohd (7) Mrs A. L. Heayns Robyn Brisland, Cas-Gwent

Br Camogue Stud Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Eleven runs since last win in 2022. Good 1 1/4 lengths third of 11 to Macs Dilemma in handicap (6/1) at this course (7.1f, good to soft) 18 days ago, unable to sustain effort Return to this longer trip will suit and he’s one to consider TFRHHHHI BHA73

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5 ELLADE (GB) (8) 5-44402 D

B f Showcasing - Entree

4 9-9 (2)

Mr Ali Abdulla Saeed Richard Hannon, Marlborough

Br Juddmonte Farms Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Eleven runs since last win in 2022 Good second of 6 in handicap (14/1) at this C&D (good to firm) 8 days ago, conceding first run to unexposed 3-y-o. Respected TFRHHHII BHA68

6 VALKYRIAN (IRE) (11) 633160 D

3 9-8 (9)

B f Kodiac - Darrinah (IRE)

Br Al Shira’aa Farms S.A.R.L.

Jamie Osborne, Upper Lambourn

Nicola Currie Holmes Family

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Windsor in May. Tenth of 14 in handicap (11/1) at Windsor (8.1f, good to firm) 11 days ago, not clear run. TFRHHHII BHA75 (-1)

7 HASTILY (GB) (30) 0510-42 4 9-2 (6)

B f Charm Spirit (IRE) - Likely (GER) Rob Hornby

Mr S. McGuinness

Tom McGuinness, Ireland Br The Likely Partnership

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

B g Washington DC (IRE) - Intrusion

Bass

Six or Sticks (Washington DC) Jack Channon, West Ilsley

Br Bearstone Stud Jack Channon Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Bath in May. 4/1, creditable second of 7 in handicap at Nottingham (8.3f, heavy) 7 days ago, not for the first time failing to put the race to bed when looking the likeliest winner Looking risky. TFRHHHII BHA64

2022: GREG THE GREAT 3 9 4 George Downing 11-4 (Eve Johnson Houghton) 8 ran

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 8. Blinkers worn by No. 3. Visor worn by No. 9.

Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1.

Stewards Note:

SHOOT TO KILL: Following its run on 10/7/2023 it was reported that the horse lost both hind shoes.

VALKYRIAN: Following its run on 17/7/2023 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.

TYPICAL MAN: Following its run on 17/10/2022 it was reported that the horse ran too freely.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Hastily (GB), 6-1 Macs Dilemma (IRE), 13-2 Last Hoorah (GB), 7-1 Shoot To Kill (IRE), 15-2 Obama Army (GB), 16-1 Celtic Empress (GB), 18-1 Valkyrian (IRE), 20-1 Typical Man (GB)

SECOND RACE 5.40

ABOUT SIX FURLONGS (6F ABT 16YDS) FOR MAIDEN TWO YRS OLD

THE DOWNLOAD THE VICKERS.BET APP EBF RESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) (for horses in Band D) (EBF Restricted Race Qualifier) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £6600 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2816, 2nd £1408, 3rd £704, 4th £352. (Penalty Value £3564) SS

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): T Carroll (19 wins from 176 runners, 11%) runs DANEHILL STAR & SNOW BOOTS

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): C Cox (6 wins from 30 runners, 20%) runs ACER

LONGEST TRAVELLER: HAYA TAAL trained by G Kelleway, Newmarket, 164 miles.

Despite still showing signs of greenness, ACER stepped up a good deal on her debut run when third in a 12-runner Windsor maiden 25 days ago and, with potential for better still, she gets the nod to come out on top. Ventura Empress and Haya Taal head up the dangers.

1-2-3: 1.ACER 2.VENTURA EMPRESS (IRE) 3.HAYA TAAL (IRE)

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

1 CABLE STRIKE (IRE) (-)

B g Prince of Lir (IRE) - Malenka Suka (IRE) Georgia Dobie (3)

J Carter & J S Moore J. S. Moore, Upper Lambourn

Br Kevin F. O’Donnell & Miriam O’Donnell

(3)

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 20 Prince of Lir gelding. Dam maiden Rates a likely outsider on racecourse bow. TFRHHIII BHA-

2 DANEHILL STAR (IRE) (-)

9-7 (11)

B c Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Rockshine Ray Dawson

Mr D. Boocock Tony Carroll, Cropthorne

Br Boocock Trading Ltd Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 11 Ten Sovereigns colt. Dam, maiden (stayed 1m), half-sister to useful winner up to 1m Light Up Our World. TFRHHIII BHA-

3 HAYA TAAL (IRE) (15) 20

9-7 (10)

B c Dandy Man (IRE) - Mary Frith Rob Hornby

AHMAD HADI ALMUTAIRI Gay Kelleway, Newmarket

Br Sean & Vanessa Mahon

TIMEFORMVIEWFair form when second on debut in a Kempton maiden (7f) in June but not in same form when seventh of 12 in novice event at Newbury (6f) 10 days ago, despite being better placed than most. Cheekpieces go on now and not out of things if bouncing back. TFRHHHHI BHA-

4 MIGUEL (IRE) (-)

9-7 (4)

Ch c Phoenix of Spain (IRE) - Brioniya Charles Bishop

Fruci, Pakenham, Walsh & Partner Jack Channon, West Ilsley

Br Mr Andriy Milovonov & V. Tymoshenko Jack Channon Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 27 €10,000 foal, 10,500 gns yearling, Phoenix of Spain colt. Half-brother to 2 winners, notably useful French 9f-11f winner Bakhchisaray Worth a precautionary market check on debut for clues. TFRHHHII BHA-

5 REGAL FIGHTER (IRE) (42) 025

9-7 (5)

Ch c Decorated Knight - Tarawa (FR) William Carson

Mr J. Stevens Robyn Brisland, Cas-Gwent

Br Blue Diamond Stud Farm (UK) Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced colt. 18/1, fifth of 6 in maiden at this C&D (good to firm) 42 days ago, in rear and never involved Nurseries entitled to be more his bag. TFRHHIII BHA60

6 SNOW BOOTS (GB) (22) 0

9-7 (2)

Ch g Outstrip - Eesha Says (IRE) Mollie Phillips (3)

Mr A. W. Carroll Tony Carroll, Cropthorne

Br Mr Tony Carroll Mill House Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Once-raced gelding. 125/1, hinted at ability when seventh of 8 in minor event at Newbury (6f, good to firm) on debut 22 days ago. This ought to reveal more TFRHHIII BHA-

7 SURFACE TO AIR (IRE) (20) 50464

Gr g Markaz (IRE) - Reeh (IRE)

Rob Emmanuelle, Lynn Cullimore & Partner

Br Gus Roche

9-7 (9)

George Downing

David Evans, Abergavenny

Emma Evans Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced gelding. Blinkered for 1st time tongue strap on for 1st time, creditable fourth of 10 in seller (17/2) at Leicester (6f, good to firm) 20 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA60

8

ACER (GB) (25) 33

Ch f Harry Angel (IRE) - Heliograph

Exors of the Late Mr Peter Ridgers

Br Peter Ridgers Bloodstock

9-2 (6)

John Fahy

Clive Cox, Hungerford

TIMEFORM VIEW Stepped up on debut experience despite lingering signs of greenness when third of 12 in maiden at Windsor (5.1f) 25 days ago, effort 2f out and keeping on Player with further progress distinctly possible.

9

PROPITIOUS (GB) (-)

B f Eqtidaar (IRE) - How Fortunate

Mr Saeed Bin Mohammed Al Qassimi

Br Rosyground Stud

TFRHHHHH BHA-

9-2 (1)

Joshua Bryan

Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn

TIMEFORMVIEWFoaled March 7. €20,000 2-y-o. Closely related to 6f/7f winner The Cola Brasil and half-sister to 6f winner Fortunate Vision and 7f winner

So Savvy Dam maiden (stayed 1 1/4m) Wouldn’t have to be anything out of the ordinary to figure on debut. Market should guide TFRHHHII BHA-

10 TENTATIVELY (IRE) (10) 06

B f Showcasing - Casting Spells

The Ten Club

Br Pier House Stud

9-2 (8)

Nicola Currie

Jamie Osborne, Upper Lambourn

Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced filly. 80/1, sixth of 11 in minor event at Lingfield (6f, good) 10 days ago, outpaced halfway but taking the eye with her finishing effort Will be suited by 7f/nurseries moving forward on that evidence TFRHHHII BHA-

11

VENTURA EMPRESS (IRE) (30) 40

B f Highland Reel (IRE) - Clifftop Dancer (IRE)

Middleham Park Racing XXXVI

Br Rockhart Trading Ltd

9-2 (7)

Hollie Doyle

Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn

Middleham Park Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Dam, maiden (stayed 6f). Knew what was required and showed ability when fourth on debut in a Lingfield novice (7f, AW) last month. Seemingly not 100% 9 days later at Kempton (7f) and no surprise to see a better showing TFRHHHHI BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 11 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3. Blinkers worn by No. 7.

2022: DESPERATE HERO 2 9 4 Saffie Osborne 1-2 (Mick Channon) 5 ran

Stewards Note:

REGAL FIGHTER: Following its run on 16/6/2023 it was reported that the horse would prefer an easier surface. ACER: Following its run on 3/7/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.

Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Acer (GB), 9-2 Haya Taal (IRE), 11-2 Ventura Empress (IRE), 10-1

Propitious (GB), 12-1

Tentatively (IRE), 14-1 Miguel (IRE), Surface To Air (IRE), 28-1 Danehill Star (IRE), 40-1 Cable Strike (IRE), Regal Fighter (IRE), 50-1 Snow Boots (GB)

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THIRD RACE 6.15

ABOUT ONE MILE (8F ABT 14YDS) FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE GO RACING WITH VICKERS.BET CLASSIFIED 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) SS

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): T Carroll (19 wins from 176 runners, 11%) runs LATENT HEAT & SEND IN THE CLOUDS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): H Morrison (4 wins from 18 runners, 22%) runs CEILIDH KING LONGEST TRAVELLERS: MERLINS MUSE trained by T McGuinness &KIRIKIRIROA trained by J P Murtagh - both Ireland.

STARRY EYES’ slow starts are not ideal but it may not matter in a race this weak Kirikiriroa and Latent Heat are feared most

C. Blackwell James Bennett, Wantage

Br Juddmonte Farms Ltd

James Bennett Racehorse Transport

TIMEFORMVIEWPoor gelding Remains a maiden after 45 Flat runs. Creditable fourth of 12 in handicap (40/1) at this course (7.1f, good to firm) 8 days ago, nearest finish.

5 LATENT HEAT (IRE) (9) 650454 D BF

HHIII BHA43

7 9-9 (6)

B g Papal Bull - Taziria (SWI) William Carson

Mr J. M. Wall

Br Hans Ventura

Tony Carroll, Cropthorne

TIMEFORMVIEWSeventeen runs since last win in 2022 Good fourth of 13 in handicap at Wolverhampton (8.6f, 4/1) 9 days ago. Not discounted.

6 MERLINS MUSE (USA) (16) 0-00000

Ch m Cape Blanco (IRE) - Davanti (IRE)

Mr S. McGuinness

Br W & T Thoroughbred Holdings LLC

BHA45

8 9-9 (11)

Georgia Dobie (3)

Tom McGuinness, Ireland

TIMEFORMVIEWModest mare Fifteen runs since last win in 2019 Tenth of 17 in handicap at Fairyhouse (7f, good, 125/1) 16 days ago. Blinkers on 1st time Easy to look elsewhere.

B g Delegator - Saharan Song (IRE)

Mr A. W. Carroll Tony Carroll, Cropthorne

Br Mr Anthony Byrne Mill House Racing Limited TIMEFORMVIEWModest gelding. One win from 26 Flat runs. Nineteen runs since last win in 2021 Creditable second of 8 in handicap (4/1) at Lingfield (10f, good to firm) 2 days ago.

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STARRY EYES (USA) (25) 505454 D

7 9-9 (2)

Ch m Animal Kingdom (USA) - Starship Elusive (USA) Ray Dawson

Kestonracingclub Brett Johnson, Epsom

Br Godolphin & Millennium Farms

TIMEFORMVIEWModest mare. Twenty five runs since last win in 2021 11/2, respectable fourth of 8 in handicap at Windsor (8.1f, good to firm) 25 days ago, left poorly placed. Has to be taken seriously TFRHHHHH BHA50

9 CEILIDH KING (GB) (16) 660-000

3 9-1 (8)

Ch g Highland Reel (IRE) - Poet’s Princess Hollie Doyle

Paul & Catriona Brocklehurst Bloodstock Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley

Br Paul & Catriona Brocklehurst Bloodstock Bridgend Hotel

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest gelding. 22/1, tenth of 11 in handicap at Lingfield (8f, AW) 16 days ago

HHHII BHA50

10 KIRIKIRIROA (IRE) (22) 00-0000

3 9-1 (7)

Ch f Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Nonetheless (IRE) Rob Hornby

Mr J. R. Ancell J. P. Murtagh, Ireland

Br Mr James Ross Ancell

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest filly Blinkered for 1st time, seventh of 15 in handicap at Bellewstown (7.9f, good to soft, 16/1) 22 days ago.

11 STAMFORD BLUE (IRE) (2) 604004 3 9-1 (1)

B c Fast Company (IRE) - Chelsea Corsage (IRE) Sam Hitchcott

Alan Mason and Partner Richard Hannon, Marlborough

Br Rosetown Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest colt. Creditable fourth of 14 in minor event (22/1) at Bath (8f, good) 2 days ago.

2022: MAYSON MOUNT 5 9 9 Finley Marsh 11-1 (Adrian Wintle) 7 ran

TFRHHHII BHA49

DECLARED RUNNERS 11

Blinkers worn first time by No. 6. Blinkers worn by No. 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 4.

Stewards Note:

GONZAGA: Following its run on 20/7/2023 it was reported that the horse was briefly denied a clear run.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Starry Eyes (USA), 11-2 Send In The Clouds (GB), 6-1 Latent Heat (IRE), 15-2 Kirikiriroa (IRE), 11-1 Ceilidh King (GB), 14-1 Ballet Blanc (GB), 16-1 Stamford Blue (IRE), 22-1 Doonbeg Farmer (IRE), 25-1 Gonzaga (GB), 28-1 Apache Portia (GB), 33-1 Merlins Muse (USA)

FOURTH RACE 6.50

ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (5F ABT 16YDS) FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE PORTABLE TOILETS LIMITED HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £7400 x 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): A Watson (11 wins from 59 runners, 19%) runs AMOR DE MI VIDA

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Watson (2 wins from 37 runners, 5%) runs AMOR DE MI VIDA

WEIGHTWATCHER: STRAITS OF MOYLE won off a handicap mark of 80, his rating is now down 9lb to 71.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: STRAITS OF MOYLE trained by R Cowell, Newmarket, 164 miles.

STRAITS OF MOYLE made a promising start for his new yard when runner-up at Nottingham and is taken to go one better now off an unchanged mark. Therehegoes and Kyber Crystal appeal as the duo to give Robert Cowell’s new recruit most to do and can chase him home in that order.

B m Dabirsim (FR) - Troiecat (FR)

Ontoawinner & Partner

Watson,

Lambourn Br Mr Gerard Rollain

good) 28 days ago. Needs a couple of these to falter

2 STRAITS OF MOYLE (IRE) (10) 040363 4 10-1 (6)

Ch g Prince of Lir (IRE) - Barqeyya (IRE) Barry McHugh

The Cool Silk Partnership Robert Cowell, Newmarket

Br Thomas Hassett Al Basti Equiworld

TIMEFORM VIEW Eleven runs since last win in 2022 First run since leaving Richard Fahey when good third of 11 in handicap (10/1) at Nottingham (5f, soft) 10 days ago. Has to be taken seriously off the same mark. TFRHHHHH BHA71

3 CONNIE’S ROSE (GB) (8) 251216 CD BF

4 10-0 (5)

B f Adaay (IRE) - Sing So Sweetly Ray Dawson

Paul & Ann de Weck Grace Harris, Shirenewton

Br A. S. Denniff Grace Harris Racing

TIMEFORMVIEW 4-time course winner 3 wins from 9 runs this year Sixth of 8 in handicap (5/2) at this C&D (good to firm) 8 days ago. Can give a good account if shrugging off latest effort TFRHHHII BHA70

4 KINGSBURY (IRE) (20) 460-0

3 9-0 (2)

B g Bungle Inthejungle - Without Doubt (IRE) William Carson

Cross Channel Racing and partner

Br Rathasker Stud

Robyn Brisland, Cas-Gwent

TIMEFORMVIEW Lightly-raced maiden Last of 7 in maiden at Leicester (6f, good to firm, 11/1) 20 days ago. Makes handicap debut. Uphill task TFRHHIII BHA60

5 THEREHEGOES (GB) (2) 132433 D

4 9-0 (1)

B g Charming Thought - Chatalong (IRE) Rob Hornby

Mrs A. L. Heayns Robyn Brisland, Cas-Gwent

Br Kernow Bloodstock

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Windsor in June. Respectable third of 10 in handicap (7/1) at Bath (5.7f, good) 2 days ago. Cheekpieces back on and in the mix.

HHHHI BHA56

6 KYBER CRYSTAL (IRE) (7) 400153 CD 4 8-12 (7)

Gr f El Kabeir (USA) - Lapis Blue (IRE) Morgan Cole (7)

Racehorse Ownership Club Alexandra Dunn, Wellington

Br Yeomanstown Stud & Cavalier Bloodstock Racehorse Ownership Club

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Winner here in June Respectable third of 7 in handicap (7/2) at Nottingham (5f, soft) 7 days ago. Enters calculations.

7 FOSSOS (IRE) (2) 604662 CD

B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Beguiler

Gareth Cheshire T P Faulkner

HHHII BHA54 (-1)

John Fahy

Deborah Faulkner, Chepstow

Br Mr & Mrs John Banahan Valley Water Services Ltd

Stewards Note:

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DanCongratulations,andLauren!

8 11 Aidan Keeley 11-4 (Richard Price) 7 ran

Blinkers worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 5.

: Following its run on 8/7/2023 it was reported that the horse ran too freely.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Straits of Moyle (IRE), 4-1 Connie’s Rose (GB), 9-2 Kyber Crystal (IRE), 6-1 Amor de Mi Vida (FR), Therehegoes (GB), 14-1 Kingsbury (IRE), 16-1 Fossos (IRE)

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FIFTH RACE 7.20

ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS (7F ABT 16YDS) FOR THREE YRS OLD

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

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): A Watson (11 wins from 59 runners, 19%) runs CORAL REEF

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Watson (2 wins from 37 runners, 5%) runs CORAL REEF

LONGEST TRAVELLER: PHOENIX GLOW trained by J Channon, West Ilsley, 114 miles.

RACE STATS RACE SUMMARY

MOONDIAL is the only one who arrives in good form and is taken to resume winning ways at the possible expense of Coral Reef, who should benefit from the return of blinkers Phoenix Glow is another one to consider. 1-2-3: 1.MOONDIAL 2.CORAL REEF (IRE) 3.PHOENIX GLOW (IRE)

B f Bungle Inthejungle - Jillnextdoor (IRE)

Bishop Jolly Folly Syndicate I Jack Channon, West Ilsley

Br John O’Connor Jack Channon Racing Limited

VIEW Winner at Chelmsford City in February. Sixth of 9 in handicap at Brighton (7f, good, 12/1) 86 days ago. Needs to bounce back after a break.

2

FIRE (IRE) (221) 066-

B f Cable Bay (IRE) - Tamara Moon (IRE) Sam Hitchcott Cross Channel Racing Club Robyn Brisland, Cas-Gwent

Br Ms H. McLennan

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden Last of 6 in minor event at Kempton (11f, 100/1) Off 7 months Significantly down in trip Makes handicap debut

3

(GB) (30) 6-34314 D

9-5 (3)

B f Time Test - Quiet Elegance William Carson

Diskovery Partnership X Daniel & Claire Kubler, Lambourn

Br Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook Tattersalls

TIMEFORMVIEW Latest win at Salisbury in June Good fourth of 10 in handicap (7/2) at Kempton (7f) 30 days ago. Makes most appeal in contest TFRHHHHH BHA59

4 CORAL REEF (IRE) (32) 0-52026

B f Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Mehronissa Hollie Doyle

Mr Salem Rashid Bin Ghadayer

Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn

(2)

TIMEFORMVIEW 4/1, sixth of 7 in handicap at this C&D (good to firm) 32 days ago. Blinkers back on and she’s well capable from this mark when on a going day.

HHHHI BHA59

5 SAVANNAH SMILES (IRE) (27) 605150 9-4 (4)

B f Unfortunately (IRE) - Silicon Star (FR)

Foxhills Racing Limited

Br Kildaragh Stud

Callum Hutchinson (3)

Grace Harris, Shirenewton

Grace Harris Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Lingfield in June 14/1, seventh of 8 in handicap at Lingfield (6f, good to firm) 27 days ago. Others preferred.

6 BELIEVE YOU ME (IRE) (16) 60-506

B f Make Believe - Beauthea (IRE)

Coxwell Partnership

Br Fiona McStay & Make Believe Syndicate

TFRHHIII BHA58

9-4 (1)

Ray Dawson

Heather Main, Wantage

Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden 11/1, respectable sixth of 12 in handicap at Kempton (8f) 16 days ago. Needs to improve but still not fully exposed

TFRHHHII BHA58

2022: DARCY’S ROCK 3 8 6 William Cox 7-2 (Dominic Ffrench Davis) 7 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Blinkers worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5.

Stewards Note:

ZALICIA FIRE: Following its run on 19/12/2022 it was reported that the horse hung badly left-handed throughout.

CORAL REEF: Following its run on 26/6/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.

Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Moondial (GB), 10-3 Coral Reef (IRE), 6-1 Phoenix Glow (IRE), 7-1 Believe You Me (IRE), 9-1 Savannah Smiles (IRE), 16-1 Zalicia Fire (IRE)

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

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SIXTH RACE 7.55

ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS (7F ABT 16YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

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RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): J G O’Shea (19 wins from 143 runners, 13%) runs LETTER OF THE LAW

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Carroll (3 wins from 41 runners, 7%) runs SAPPHIRE’S MOON LONGEST TRAVELLER: EL MAGA trained by T McGuinness, Ireland.

Total prize fund £10000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4129, 2nd £2065, 3rd £1032, 4th £516, 5th £258. (Penalty Value £5234) SS SAPPHIRE’S MOON is a long time without a win but signalled she’s ready to go in again when a very good C&D second last time out so can go one better now at the chief expense of course-winner Savalas and in-form duo Dulcet Spirit and Letter of The Law.

5 FLAGMAN (GB) (17) 60-1060 5 9-3 (2)

B g Kingman - Sense of Joy Morgan Cole (7)

Mr Gareth Cheshire Deborah Faulkner, Chepstow

Br Juddmonte Farms Ltd Cheshire Racing Limited, Valley Water Services Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Kempton in May. 4/1, ninth of 11 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 17 days ago, missing break Can make presence felt if shrugging off latest effort

6 LETTER OF THE LAW (IRE) (24) 122425 D

HHHII BHA54

9-2 (1)

B g Lawman (FR) - Lady Ravenna (IRE) Ryan Sexton (3)

Mr N. G. H. Ayliffe

Br Forenaghts Stud & Tinnakill Bloodstock

John O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn

TIMEFORMVIEW Latest win at Brighton in May. Fading fifth of 8 in handicap at Brighton (9.9f, good, 11/2) 24 days ago. Back down in trip now

Mr Ronald Davies & Mrs Candida Davies

B f Ardad (IRE) - Shifting Moon William Carson

Curry House Corner Tony Carroll, Cropthorne

Br M. E. Wates Mill House Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEWFifteen runs since last win in 2022 but she posted a very good second of 12 in handicap at this C&D (good to firm, 22/1) 8 days ago, sticking to task Has to be taken seriously despite being 1lb out of the handicap.

9 EL MAGA (IRE) (16) 0-00000

B f Mehmas (IRE) - Bougainvilia (IRE)

TFRHHHHH BHA43 (+5)

4 8-9 (9)

Georgia Dobie (3)

Mr S. McGuinness Tom McGuinness, Ireland

Br Tally-Ho Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Blinkered for 1st time, fourteenth of 16 in handicap at Fairyhouse (7f, good, 40/1) 16 days ago. Sixteen runs since last win in 2021. TFRHHIII BHA42

2022: ICONIC KNIGHT (IRE) 7 9 6 William Cox 2-1 (Tony Carroll) 7 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Blinkers worn by No. 6, 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 3, 7.

Stewards Note:

REVOLUTIONARY MAN: Following its run on 14/6/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

FLAGMAN: Following its run on 11/7/2023 it was reported that the horse was slowly away.

THEWAYTOTHESTARS: Following its run on 25/6/2023 it was reported that the horse jumped left-handed.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Savalas (IRE), 9-2 Sapphire’s Moon (GB), 5-1 Dulcet Spirit (GB), 7-1 Letter of The Law (IRE), 15-2 Revolutionary Man (IRE), 8-1 Flagman (GB), 18-1 Thewaytothestars (GB), 28-1 Pavlodar (FR), El Maga (IRE)

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SEVENTH RACE 8.25

ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS (7F ABT 16YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

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Total prize fund £10000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4129, 2nd £2065, 3rd £1032, 4th £516, 5th £258. (Penalty Value £5234) SS

RACE STATS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): J G O’Shea (19 wins from 143 runners, 13%) runs BANTRY & MINHAAJ TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Carroll (3 wins from 41 runners, 7%) runs RED ALERT

WEIGHTWATCHER: GALILEO GLASS won off a handicap mark of 72, his rating is now down 18lb to 54.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: COFFEEMEANSCOFFEE trained by T McGuinness, Ireland

SYMPATHISE showed some wayward tendencies on her most recent outing, but her progress is hard to ignore and a 3lb rise doesn’t look enough to prevent the 4-timer Bantry will prove a big threat if returning to his reappearance/stable debut form, while last-time-out winner Kenstone remains well treated on past exploits

1-2-3: 1.SYMPATHISE (IRE) 2.BANTRY 3.KENSTONE (FR)

colours no horse

1 RED ALERT (GB) (3) 031140 D

9 9-9 (1)

B g Sleeping Indian - Red Sovereign William Carson Mill House Racing Syndicate Tony Carroll, Cropthorne

Br Miss Jacqueline Goodearl Mill House Racing Limited

TIMEFORMVIEW Won back-to-back handicaps at Brighton in June Had little go right in his hat-trick bid under a penalty, but found run of good form halted back at this trip at Wolverhampton 3 days ago.

2 BANTRY (GB) (55) 0556-25 BF

HHHII BHA60

4 9-8 (9)

B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Elysian Ryan Sexton (3) Mr R. Cooper John O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn

Br Cheveley Park Stud Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Went backwards from stable debut/reappearance when fifth of 13 in 7f handicap at Lingfield (good to firm, 15/8) 55 days ago, slowly away Cheekpieces refitted and possibilities if bouncing back. TFRHHHHI BHA59

3 SYMPATHISE (IRE) (33) 50-2111 CD

5 9-7 (8)

B m Kodi Bear (IRE) - Starfly (IRE) Rhiain Ingram (3)

Miss Karen George Victor Dartnall, Barnstaple

Br M. C. Bloodstock Ltd & Cbs Bloodstock Paul George Sporthorses

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressing well for new yard, completing hat-trick in 11-runner handicap at Ffos Las (7.4f, good to firm, 13/8) 33 days ago, despite hanging badly right soon after 2 out. May well extend her winning streak TFRHHHHH BHA58

4 FACT OR FABLE (IRE) (8) 311001 CD

6 9-5 (in 5lb ex) (6)

Gr g Alhebayeb (IRE) - Unreal Charles Bishop

Mrs Wendy Jarrett & J S Moore J. S. Moore, Upper Lambourn

Br Jill Finegan & Noel Cogan Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Bounced back to best to record a fourth win of the year in 12-runner C&D handicap (good to firm) 8 days ago, just holding on More needed under a penalty.

BHA51 (+3)

5 GALILEO GLASS (IRE) (8) 562636 BF 4 9-3 (2)

B g Galileo Gold - Tahoo (IRE) George Downing

Paul Glass & Partner David Evans, Abergavenny

Br Tally-Ho Stud Emma Evans Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW On a lengthy losing run and wasn’t at his best when 3 1/2 lengths sixth of 12 to Fact Or Fable in handicap at this C&D (good to firm) 8 days ago. Needs to bounce back

6 KENSTONE (FR) (42) 005-301 C D

HHHII BHA54 (-1)

10 9-2 (4)

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

Wintle Racing Club

Br Guy Pariente Holding SPRL

Adrian Wintle, Westbury-On-Severn

TIMEFORM VIEW Bounced back to form to capitalise on a falling mark in 9-runner handicap (7/1) at this course (8.1f, good to firm) 42 days ago. Remains well treated on old form

7 TODDAYS THE DAY (GB) (9) 545-000

B g Adaay (IRE) - Abyssinia (FR)

HHHHI BHA53

4 8-13 (7)

Millie Wonnacott (5)

Miss S. Redpath Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon

Br Five Gates Stud Farm

TIMEFORMVIEW Has shown little this year, including in a first-time tongue strap at Bath (8f, good) 9 days ago. Easily passed over.

HHIII BHA50 (-3)

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

MINHAAJ (IRE) (8) U04240

B m Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Sharqeyih

6 8-9 (5)

Barry McHugh

The Cross Racing Club John O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn

Br Shadwell Estate Company Limited

Tote

TIMEFORMVIEWThirty three runs since last win in 2020 and finished 19 1/2 lengths last of 12 to Fact Or Fable in handicap (12/1) at this C&D (good to firm) 8 days ago, looking temperamental Blinkers back on TFRHHIII BHA46 (-1)

9 COFFEEMEANSCOFFEE (IRE) (42) 30000-0

B m Elzaam (AUS) - Smart Starprincess (IRE)

8 8-9 (3)

Georgia Dobie (3)

Mr S. McGuinness Tom McGuinness, Ireland

Br Mr Noel O’Connor

TIMEFORM VIEW Thirteen runs since last win in 2021 but possibly needed the run when twelfth of 22 handicap at Cork (7f, soft) 42 days ago. Cheekpieces back on TFRHHIII BHA40

2022:(See Div 1)

Hood worn by No. 3. Blinkers worn by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 7.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 4, 6, 9.

Stewards Note:

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

SYMPATHISE: Following its run on 25/6/2023 it was reported that the horse hung badly right-handed.

MINHAAJ: Following its run on 20/7/2023 it was reported that the horse was slowly away.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Sympathise (IRE), 5-1 Galileo Glass (IRE), 11-2 Bantry (GB), 6-1 Kenstone (FR), 13-2 Fact Or Fable (IRE), 17-2 Red Alert (GB), 28-1 Minhaaj (IRE), 33-1 Coffeemeanscoffee (IRE), 66-1 Toddays The Day (GB)

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EIGHTH RACE 8.55

ONE MILE ABOUT 14 YARDS

RACE CONDITIONS For Purebred Arabians, 3yo+, Rated 0-75

WATHBASTALLIONS.COM HANDICAP STAKES 0-75

Total race value £ 4000 | Owners Prize Money. 1st £2061, 2nd £966.80, 3rd £483.60, 4th £241.60, 5th £120.80, 6th £60.40

RACE SUMMARY

Some young improvers taking on established handicappers here. Upstart Crow and his regular amateur pilot could snatch a fourth win, however this is the most competitive contest he’s faced Both he and stablemate Jaahez have shown their best on the top of the ground, as has LUJAIN, however her dam relished some cut and the drop in class at her preferred trip should give her the edge Paramer Angel, who is proven here and can go well after an absence looks a good each way pick.

colours no horse

1 UPSTART CROW (GB) (17) 000/-111

st lb

6 10-5 ( 7 )

Bay G Al Jakbar (FR) - Merwah (GB) (Bengali D'Albret (FR)) Miss Teagan Padgett (7)

Mrs L Reeves James Owen

Br John Elliott

Unbeaten run continued when finishing two and a quarter lengths ahead of Jaahez at Brighton over this trip, so must enter calculations again despite the weight rise Has not faced easy ground since being well beaten on debut however. (R6 W3 P0) (OR 76)

2 LUJAIN (GB) (27) 331-45

4 10-4 ( 3 )

Ch F Mahabb (AE) - Tawaazun (FR) (Monsieur Al Maury (FR)) Mr Jamie Gambin(7)

John Elliott and Teresa Kinsey

Br Shadwell Estate Company Ltd

Mr Philip Collington

Distance winner on quick and though untried on easy ground, dam handled it well. Bumped into a potentially smart type on reappearance under a penalty and then lacked pace, tried in a sprint at Group 2PA level latest Return to trip and drop in class a definite plus. (R5 W1 P3) (OR 75)

3 PARAMER ANGEL (GB) (349) -003-16-

Gr G Parador (FR) - Angel Picamer (GB) (Amer (SA))

12 10-2 ( 2 )

Jordan Williams

Mrs D Thomas Mrs D Thomas

Br Mrs Zelda Angel

Course and distance winner in 2019, who still retains plenty of ability Can go well fresh as when winning at this level on reappearance over two furlongs further last season, beating Jaahez (3rd) and several useful types. Suited by any ground and market support to be noted. (R14 W3 P5) (OR 73)

4 JAAHEZ (FR) (17) 0-53332-2

9 9-10 ( 9 )

Ch G No Risk Al Maury (FR) - Ziva (FR) (Dormane (FR)) Miss Rhea Betts (7)

James Owen Racing Club James Owen

Br Shadwell France SNC HD

At his best over 1m2f on quick or the All Weather, though not beaten far on reappearance behind Upstart Crow at Brighton over this trip in visors. Better off with that one here and another stable amateur takes a few pounds off again, though visors discarded for customary hood.(R23 W2 P12) (OR 67)

5

STORM TROUPOUR (US) (357) 0000-04-

0000-04-

Ch H Nivour De Cardonne (FR) - E S Ornetta (US) (Monarch AH (US)) Finley Marsh

129 0( 4)Nivour (FR

12 9-10 ( 4 )

Pharitz Arabians Mitchell Hunt

Br Kathryn K or Paul J Smoke

hi ha neve nning at

Group 3PA sprint winner in his prime, but has never looked at home over this distance, despite winning a conditions race on the AW at Al Ain at this trip in 2017 Could be invigorated by changing stables however, and won his maiden on soft (R44 W7 P11) (OR 67)

6 COLJANI (GB) (11) 4-302

4 9-3 ( 8 )

Ch G Madjani (FR) - Our Dream (GB) (Our Machine (US)) Mohammed Tabti(3)

Raffles Partnership Mr P J Hammersley

Br Mr P Hammersley/Raffles Partnership HD

Put a poor run at Brighton (last to Upstart Crow) behind him when respectable second to a very promising type at Wolverhampton over this trip latest, despite racing freely. Going the right way and tries a hood today to help him settle, easier ground a likely plus too. Chance (R4 W0 P3) (OR 60)

7 MAYFAIR (GB) (17) 563-526

Gr F Al Tair (GB) - Dolfina D'Ibos (FR) (Mahabb (AE))

4 9-1 ( 1 )

Rhiain Ingram

James Owen Racing Club James Owen

Br James Owen & James Owen Racing Ltd VIS

Distant third to Lujain at Windsor on quick last year in a novice and meets that one on much better terms. Tried in cheekpieces as when close second to Upstart Crow at Bath in June, no surprise if she

off a light weight.(R6 W0 P2) (OR 58)

SASSY (GB) (11) 53

5 8-7

Bay M Assy (QA) - Spirited Game (GB) (Vert Olive (FR)) Mr Matthew Lloyd Slater (7)

Steve Blackwell Mr S Blackwell

Br Mr Stephen Blackwell

Attractive half-sister to dual winner Aloof, by a better sire Green and well beaten in novices to date and clearly a work in progress Entitled to improve again today on handicap debut, but shapes like she needs more time and others preferred. (R2 W0 P1) (OR 50)

9 ZIKADA ZAYIN (GB) (49) 64603-30

6 8-7 ( 6 )

Ch M No Risk Al Maury (FR) - CS Comete (GB) (Bengali D'Albret (FR)) Georgia Dobie

Zayin Arabian Stud Mitchell Hunt

Br Mr P Simmons VIS

Twice beaten by Upstart Crow this season at Bath, at this trip and further on quick ground, though most of the family take their time to score. Open to improvement in first time visor trying easier ground for the first time, but hard to recommend running from out of the handicap. (R7 W0 P3) (OR 50) 4oh

10 ALOOF (GB) (49) 00-115-00

6 8-7 ( 5 )

Ch M Seraphin Du Paon (FR) - Spirited Game (GB) (Vert Olive (FR)) Miss Zoe Lewis (7) Steve Blackwell Mr S Blackwell

Br Mr Stephen Blackwell Course and distance winner last year in a much lower grade. Another well behind Upstart Crow in two runs at Bath and also better off with that one today, but still has her work cut out, racing from out of the handicap (R10 W2 P0) (OR 50) 5oh

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Fav Upstart Crow (GB), 7-2 Lujain (GB), 5-1 Jaahez (FR), 11-2 Paramer Angel (GB), 6-1 Mayfair (GB), 10-1 Coljani (GB), 12-1 Storm Troupour (US), 20-1 Aloof (GB), Zikada Zayin (GB), 33-1 Sassy (GB)

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RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 5.09 - THE VICKERS.BET 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 three yrs old and upwards, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 76 and 77; such horses rated 55 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £37 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £30 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 26th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 3lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 8lb Penalties, after July 15th, 2023, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Vickers Bet has kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning Owner In addition they will present a prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 19 entries, 1 at £7 and 18 at £37.Closed July 22nd, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3055; Second £1528; Third £764; Fourth £382; Fifth £191. (Penalty Value £3873.16) SS

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Second Race 5.40 - THE DOWNLOAD THE VICKERS.BET APP EBF RESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) (for horses in Band D) (EBF Restricted Race Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3564 to the winning horse The second to receive £1673, the third £836 and the fourth £418. for maiden two yrs old, which are E.B.F. eligible, which are in Band D. Enter by noon, July 22nd and pay £33 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 26th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 7lb; fillies 9st 2lb. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F. have kindly contributed £500 towards the prize money for this race. Vickers.bet has kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning Owner In addition they will present a prize to the person 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. For further details regarding Restricted Race Bands, please refer to Standard Conditions for Entry on www2.racingadmin.co.uk. 17 entries at £33. - Closed July 22nd, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £2816; Second £1408; Third £704; Fourth £352. (Penalty Value £3564) SS

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Third Race 6.15 - THE GO RACING WITH VICKERS.BET 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, July 22nd and pay £31 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 26th. Weights: 3-y-o 9st 1lb; 4-y-o and up 9st 9lb Penalties, after July 15th, 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. Vickers Bet have kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning owner In Addition they will give a cash prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse 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). 21 entries at £31. - Closed July 22nd, 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 6.50 - THE PORTABLE TOILETS LIMITED 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 three yrs old and upwards, Rated 51-70 (also open to such horses rated 71 and 72; such horses rated 50 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £37 stake if the horse is rated 51 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 50 or lower with £30 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 26th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 3-y-o 8st 5lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 10lb Penalties, after July 15th, 2023, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Portable Toilets Limited has kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning Owner In addition they will present a prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 13 entries at £37.Closed July 22nd, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3055; Second £1528; Third £764; Fourth £382; Fifth £191. (Penalty Value £3873.16) SS

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Fifth Race 7.20 - THE BEST PRICES GUARANTEED DAILY AT VICKERS.BET 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 only, Rated 46-60 (also open to such horses rated 61 and 62; 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. July 26th. Lowest weight 8st 9lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after July 15th, 2023, for each race won 6lb. Vickers Bet have kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning owner In Addition they will give a cash prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 14 entries, 1 at £6 and 13 at £31. - Closed July 22nd, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2560; Second £1280; Third £640; Fourth £320; Fifth £160. (Penalty Value £3245.08) Weights lowered 3lb SS

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Sixth Race 7.55 - THE VICKERS.BET WEEKLY FREE BET CLUB HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV I)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5234 to the winning horse The second to receive £2456, the third £1227, the fourth £614 and the fifth £306. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-60 (also open to such horses rated 61 and 62; such horses rated 45 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 26th. Lowest weight 8st 9lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after July 15th, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Vickers Bet have kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning Owner In Addition they will give a cash prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 14 entries, 1 at £10 and 13 at £50. - Closed July 22nd, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) SS SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 8.25 - THE VICKERS.BET WEEKLY FREE BET CLUB HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV II)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5234 to the winning horse The second to receive £2456, the third £1227, the fourth £614 and the fifth £306. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-60 (also open to such horses rated 61 and 62; such horses rated 45 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 26th. Lowest weight 8st 9lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after July 15th, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Vickers Bet have kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning Owner. In Addition they will give a cash prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 14 entries, 2 at £10 and 12 at £50. - Closed July 22nd, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) SS

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Eighth Race 8.55 WATHBASTALLIONS.COM HANDICAP STAKES 0-75 For Purebred Arabians, 3yo+, Rated 0-75 (also open to such horses rated 76 and 77; see Standard Conditions). 1m14y (1,600m) Weights: highest weight 10st4lb minimum weights: 8st7lb Amateur and Apprentice Jockeys registered with the BHA or a recognised Racing Authority can claim as per regulation 54 Total race value £ 4000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2061.60, 2nd £966.80, 3rd £483.60, 4th £241.60, 5th £120.80, 6th £60.40

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