Newcastle Racecard - Friday 29th March

Welcome to All-Weather Championships Finals Day

Welcome to Newcastle Racecourse and AllWeather Championships Finals Day. We are delighted that you could join us here to celebrate the end of Season XI, which has proven to be another fantastic competition over the winter

We have over £1,000,000 in prize money available today, the richest day of all-weather racing in Europe. In addition, the All-Weather Vase fixture, worth £395,000 takes place at our sister racecourse Lingfield Park alongside All-Weather racing from Chelmsford City. Good Friday continues to grow as a marquee day for British all-weather racing with bumper fields and competitive racing across the country and exciting runners from both Ireland and France involved.

The thanks of everyone involved in the AllWeather Championships must go to all of the racehorse owners, trainers, jockeys and racing staff who have taken part this season, as well as those who are supporting today's fixtures.

Equally, we must thank our sponsors, who have been excellent supporters of the All-Weather Championships and today's racing in BetUK and BetMGM.

We look forward to crowning this season's Champions this afternoon. Rossa Ryan caps a successful winter with his first All-Weather Champion Jockey title, and £10,000 prize today Godolphin continue their incredible run as Champion Owner, which they have won every year since Season II in 2015 Billy Loughnane

once again takes the All-Weather Champion Apprentice title, whilst also ending the season as runner up in the Champion Jockey table.

The All-Weather Champion Trainer title has gone down to the wire this season. At the time of going to print, reigning and multiple Champion Trainer Mick Appleby leads Tony Carroll by just two wins, 43 to 41 with Charlie Johnston snapping at their heels on 39 With multiple entries across the remaining days of the season, will the title remain with Mick Appleby or will Tony Carroll be celebrating a first Championship?

The ARC £1,000,000 All-Weather Bonus Scheme returned for a second year this season in another close finish. The top of the Horse of the Year table was equally dominated by Charlie Johnston, with Artisan Dancer and Tony Carroll, who has trained both The Craftymaster and Mumayaz to the top end of the placings with the £100,000 top place still to be decided at time of print at Southwell on Thursday evening. Gemma Tutty has enjoyed a tremendous start to the turf season this year, with notable wins at Doncaster's Lincoln meeting, but will also be celebrating Enola Grey's fantastic achievements in the All-Weather Horse of the Year table today.

We would like to wish you all the best of luck this afternoon, and hope that you have a fantastic afternoon's racing here at Gosforth Park.

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FIRST AID POINT

CAR PARKS

WHEELCHAIR ACCESS

BABY CHANGING

PUBLIC LAVATORIES

OWNERS & TRAINERS PARKING

WINNERS ENCLOSURE

GRANDSTAND HALL

1 Eider Bar

2 Blaydon Bar

10 Coffee Shop

PARADE RING

SMALL

REFRESHMENT GUIDE

Where to eat and drink

Whether you opt for a mouth-watering Fish & Chips or looking for a quick grab and go sandwich, we’re sure our variety of food will keep your hunger pains at bay on our All Weather Finals Day. Check out our great selection of places to eat and drink below.

1) Fish & Chip Shop

A firm traditional favourite of our regular racegoers which will be a hit with the whole family! Located in the grandstand hall.

2) Blaydon Bar

Famously named after the Blaydon Races located in the Grandstand Hall, a handy bar to stop and refresh your drinks.

3) Eider Bar

Situated in the Grandstand Hall, a great place to grab a prosecco or gin whilst staying close to all the action.

4) Grandstand Container Bar

Our 40ft container converted in to a bar situated outside right in the heart of the action serving a range of refreshing drinks

5) Colonel Porter

6) Coffee Shop

Perfect for our designated drivers, the coffee shop serves a wide range of hot snacks, cakes and coffee as well as pizzas and loaded nachos! With relaxed seating to take a break from the action

Located within the Grandstand Hall across from the Fish and Chips shop.

7) Food Vans

Named after the creator of Newcastle Brown Ale, it is the largest bar for our premier ticket holders serving a wide range of draught beer, bottles and spirits. Premier ticket holders can access all the food outlets across the Grandstand, in addition the Premier bar will be serving loaded nachos

Check out our food vans around the grandstand area for a range of street food style options.

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THE GRAND THE NATIONAL LIVE ON

11AM - 12:30PM

Mario & Luigi Meet & Greet on the Main Drive

11AM - 1PM

Pet Sam the Pony

11AM - 1PM

at the entrance of Grandstand Turnstiles

Peter Rabbit & Stitch Easter Egg hand out in the Grandstand hall & Easter Egg hand r bbit & r g

11AM - 1PM

Easter Egg Treasure Hunt

(Pick up your card from the Stepney Bank Stand and hand it in at the Plate Bar in the Grandstand Hall on completion to get your prize)

11AM - 4PM

The Gaming Van

15 minute time slot per child, up to 10 children per slot, over 7s only

12:00PM - 12:40PM

1:30PM - 2:10PM

3:00PM - 3:40PM

Razzamattaz Dance School on the Main stage

2PM

Stitch & Sonic Meet & Greet on the Grandstand Lawns stage area

3PM

Keep your little champions entertained this Finals Day d t

Minnie & Mickey Meet & Greet on the Grandstand Lawns stage area

4PM

Super Bros on the Main Stage

Presented by Let It Snow Productions

5PM

The Super Mario Mascot Race

ALL STARS, ALL WEATHER, ALL ACTION!

Season 11 of the All-Weather Championships has run from 17 October to Good Friday 29 March, and include every all-weather race held at Chelmsford City, Kempton Park, Lingfield Park, Newcastle, Southwell and Wolverhampton over that period, including today’s two fixtures.

The All-Weather Championships celebrates its stars today at Newcastle, with a seven-race card worth over £1,000,000. It features the six All-Weather Championship Finals, as well as the Listed BetMGM Burradon Stakes, run over a mile for three-year-old horses.

In addition, the All-Weather Championships Vase fixture, in its third year held at Lingfield Park, offers £395,000 prize money with the six contests in the All-Weather Championship categories alongside the popular and competitive handicap for apprentice jockeys.

During its eleventh season, the All-Weather Championships continues to deliver on the overarching aims of improving the prestige of all-weather racing, whilst engaging racegoers, bookmakers, punters and horsemen throughout the season with exciting sporting action.

THE CATEGORIES...

3YR OLD

Sponsored by

The 3-Year-Old category aims to find the best 3-year-old all-weather colts, fillies and geldings with a Championship Final over 6 furlongs (1,200m). This category comprises every 2-year-old race between 17 October 2023 and 31 December 2023 and all 3-year-old only races from 1 January 2024 to the end of the qualifying period.

SPRINT

Sponsored by

The Sprint category aims to find the best 4-year old+ all-weather sprinters with a Championship Final over 6 furlongs (1,200m). This category comprises every 5 furlong and 6 furlong 3-year-old and upwards race between 17 October 2023 and 31 December 2023, and all 4-year-old and upwards races from 1 January 2024 to the end of the qualifying period, excluding races confined to Fillies and Mares.

MILE

Sponsored by

The Mile category aims to find the best allweather Milers with a Championship Final over 8 furlongs (1,600m). This category comprises every 7 furlong and 8 furlong 3-year-old and upwards race between 17 October 2023 and 31 December 2023 and all 4-year-old and upwards races from 1 January 2024 to the end of the qualifying period, excluding races confined to Fillies and Mares.

MARATHON

Sponsored by

The Marathon category aims to find the best all-weather ‘Stayer’ with a Championship Final over 15 furlongs, 169 yards (3,172m). This category comprises every 13 furlong or further 3-year-old and upwards race between 17 October 2023 and 31 December 2023 and all 4-year-old and upwards races from 1 January 2024 to the end of the qualifying period, excluding races confined to Fillies and Mares.

FILLIES’ & MARES’

Sponsored by

The 3-Year-Old category aims to find the best 3-year-old all-weather colts, fillies and geldings with a Championship Final over 6 furlongs (1,200m). This category comprises every 2-year-old race between 17 October 2023 and 31 December 2023 and all 3-year-old only races from 1 January 2024 to the end of the qualifying period.

MIDDLE DISTANCE

Sponsored by

The Middle Distance category aims to find the best all-weather horse over 10 furlongs (2,000m). This category comprises every 9 furlong to 12 furlong 3-year-old and upwards race between 17 October 2023 and 31 December 2023.

Veterinary Care

Horse welfare is a priority at Newcastle Racecourse. At every meeting there are two specially qualified Equine vets appointed to look after the welfare of all the horses in action. One vet is present at the start of each race and during the race follows the runners in a vehicle. Horses can be attended to in the same time as the Paramedic Teams responsible for treating injured jockeys. The second vet follows the action from the stands and coordinates the required response to any incidents. In addition, throughout the meeting a close check is kept on all horses, especially those returning after a race. It is standard policy that in the event of a horse requiring veterinary treatment whilst on site, screens will be erected around the horse. It is designed to afford the vet and the patient some privacy. Please do not assume the worst.

TODAY’S RACE OFFICIALS

FRIDAY 29 MARCH

STARTERS

STUART TURNER

RYAN COLLEY

JUDGE

DI CLARK

CLERK OF THE SCALES

WAYNE BURNELL

EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS

ALEC DENT

CYRIL JOHNSTONE

JOE O’GORMAN

GRAHAM GRAY

RACHEL KIRTLEY

RACE CONDITIONS

Website

Why not visit us online for full fixture and event listings at www.newcastle-racecourse.co.uk

STEWARDS OF THE MEETING

CHIEF STEWARD: ROBERT McCARTHY

STEWARDS’ PANEL CHAIR: PETER FORSTER

Weatherbys

STEWARDS: ALAN DEMPSEY & ADRIAN SMITH

ASSISTANT STEWARD: GWEN THOMAS

RACEDAY ASSISTANT: PHILIPPA HARDY

VETERINARY OFFICER

Important Info & Officials

TIM DAVIES

VETERINARY SURGEONS

LESLEY BARWISE-MUNRO

SALLY BOOTH

EUAN HAMMERSLEY

NURSE

JAN STONE

MEDICAL OFFICERS

Dr VIV TUT

Dr ROBIN HUDSON

BETTING RING MANAGER

DARREN IRVING

COMMENTATOR

SIMON HOLT

CLERK OF THE COURSE

ELOISE QUAYLE

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

PAUL ELLIOTT

LEAD SAFEGUARDING OFFICIALS

PAUL ELLIOTT

ELOISE QUAYLE

Lingfield Park Racecourse, Lingfield Park, Lingfield, Surrey, RH7 6PQ.

Tel: 01342 834800

CHAMPION APPRENTICE JOCKEY

WINS: 56

Billy Loughnane is All-Weather Champion Apprentice for the second successive year, becoming the second two-time winner of the title after George Rooke in 2020 and 2022.

Loughnane carried all before him in the apprentice ranks last year, also going on to be crowned Champion Apprentice on the turf. The 18-year-old sensation has continued in excellent form this winter, with only All-Weather Champion Jockey elect Rossa Ryan riding more winners during the AllWeather Championships season.

TODAY’S RACES THE RUNNING ORDER

We’ve got seven all action races throughout the day! With intervals of over 30 minutes between each race, there’s plenty of time to head to the Parade Ring and pick your fancy!

1:18PM-FIRSTRACE

The BetMGM Burradon Stakes (1m 5y)

1:53PM-SECOND RACE

The Betuk All-Weather Marathon Championships Handicap Stakes (2m 56y)

2:25PM-THIRD RACE

The BetMGM All-Weather 3 Year Old Championships Handicap Stakes (6f)

3:00PM-FOURTH RACE

The BetMGM Fillies’ And Mares’ Championships Handicap Stakes (7f 14y)

3:35PM-FIFTH RACE

The Betuk All-Weather Sprint Championships Handicap Stakes (6f)

4:10PM-SIXTH RACE

The Betuk All-Weather Easter Classic Middle Distance Championships Handicap Stakes (1m 2f 42y)

4:40PM-SEVENTH RACE

The BetMGM All-Weather Mile Championships Handicap Stakes (1m 5y)

RACING KNOWLEDGE

All-Weather (AWT)

An artificial racing surface. There are six All-Weather racetracks in Britain (Chelmsford, Kempton, Lingfield, Southwell, Wolverhampton and Newcastle) and one in Ireland (Dundalk), and they stage race meetings throughout the year. There are three types of surface; Fibresand, Polytrack and Tapeta.

Apprentice A trainee Flat jockey connected to the stable of a licensed trainer Apprentices have a weight allowance when they ride in races against professional jockeys and can compete for the annual Apprentice title, given to the winner of the most races during the season.

Bar Term used when describing bookmakers’ prices, e.g. ‘16-1 bar’ means that any horse not mentioned in the list is priced at 16-1 or greater

Bit Metal part of the bridle that sits in a horse’s mouth. The reins are then attached to the bit and used by the jockey to control the horse.

Blinkers A form of headgear worn by the horse, consisting of a hood with cups around the eyes. They are used to limit a horse’s vision and reduce distractions, with the aim of making it concentrate.

Cheekpieces Strips of sheepskin that are attached to the side of a horse’s bridle. They partially obscure a horse’s rear vision, with the aim of getting the horse to concentrate on racing.

Clerk of the Course Racecourse official responsible for the overall racecourse management, including the preparation of the racing surface.

Clerk of the Scales Racecourse official whose chief duty is to weigh the riders before and after a race to ensure the proper weight is carried.

Colours Jacket (‘silks’) worn by the jockey to identify a horse. A horse runs in its owner’s colours which are registered with Weatherbys The colours to be worn by each jockey are shown on racecards.

Conditions race A race in which horses are allotted extra weight according to factors including sex, age, whether they are a previous winner etc. This is a better-class race for horses just below Group or Listed level.

Draw A horse’s starting position in the stalls allotted in races on the Flat. Stall numbers are drawn at random by Weatherbys (except in a handful of top races that allow each horse’s connections, having been randomly selected, to choose the stall number for their horse). A horse with a seemingly advantageous draw is said to be “well drawn” Stalls are used for Flat racing only

Filly Female horse four years old or younger

Furlong 220 yards (one eighth of a mile). The numbered posts on British racecourses count the furlongs back from the winning post.

Handicap A race where each horse is allotted a different weight to carry, according to the official handicap ratings determined by the BHA Handicappers. The theory is that all horses run on a fair and equal basisthe ‘perfect’ handicap being one where all the runners finish in a dead-heat.

Mare Female horse aged five years old or above

Middle Distances On the Flat, races beyond a mile and up to 1m6f are the middle distances. A middle-distance horse is one that runs mainly over such distances or is regarded as being suitable for those distances.

Racecard The runners and riders of the day within this raceday programme.

Rating A measure of the ability of a horse on a scale starting at zero and going into three figures. Flat and Jump racing use different scales; the highestrated Flat horse is usually in the 130s and the top-rated jumper in the 180s.

Sprint Races Flat races run over a distance of five or six furlongs.

Tongue-Tie Strip of material tied around a horse’s tongue and lower jaw to keep it from swallowing its tongue, which can clog its air passage. A horse wearing a tongue-tie is denoted on a racecard by a small t next to the horse’s weight (‘t1’ indicates that the horse is wearing a tongue-tie in a race for the first time).

Visor Similar to blinkers, but with a slit in each eye cup to allow some lateral vision. A horse wearing a visor is denoted on a racecard by a small ‘v’ next to the horse’s weight (‘v1’ indicates that the horse is wearing a visor in a race for the first time).

Weighing In/Out Each jockey (wearing their racing kit and carrying their saddle) must stand on official weighing scales before and after the race, so that the Clerk of the Scales can check that the jockey is carrying the correct weight allotted to their horse. If a jockey is above the allotted weight before the race, their horse can still compete but must carry overweight. When the weights carried by the winner and placed horses have been verified after the race, there will be an announcement that they have ‘weighed in’. This confirms the race result and at this point bookmakers will pay out on successful bets.

READING THE RACECARD

Learn how to judge the form...

The raceday programme contains information about each horse and can help you judge his or her ‘form’...

10 VICTORY BOND (55)

B g Medicean - Antebellum (FR) (Anabaa (USA))

Owner: Bloomsbury Stud

Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket

Breeder: Bloomsbury Stud

Sponsor: Woburn Safari Park

Horse Age: 5

Weight: 9 5

Form: 0012-12 D BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Has done well on the AW this winter, winning 2 of his 4 starts and runner-up to Utmost in Winter Derby Trial last time, not ideally placed Looks competitive on form.

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RATINGS EXPLAINED

Selected to win the race

Good chance of being placed

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

Unlikely to win but not totally without hope

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).

WHAT DOES IT MEAN? COLOUR

Grey (Gr) - light to steel

Bay (B) – from light brown through to dark brown with black mane/tail

Chestnut (Ch) – reddish with a mane/tail to match Roan (Ro) – white hairs mixed with another colour

Brown (Br) – darker than a bay with a black mane/tail

Black (Bl) – black and rare White (Wh) – rare with pink skin.

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.

WHERE TO BET

There are a variety of places to bet at the course; The Tote has selling points throughout the racecourse –easily identified by the Tote Betting or Totepool signs.

FORM

BF – Beaten favourite

B – Brought down

C – Course winner

D – Distance winner

F – Fell

P – Pulled up

R – Refused

S – Slipped up

U – Unseated

d – Disqualified

r – Ran out

The bookmakers are located in front of the grandstand in the ‘Betting Ring’. The bookmakers display their odds for each race and compete to offer the best price to customers. These are fixed price bets and the amount of your winnings will be printed on your betting slip. Search around to get the best price for your selection.

MINIMUM STAKES

The Tote has a minimum bet of £2. The bookmakers vary but if they have a minimum it will be shown on the boards displaying their odds. If in doubt – just ask.

Draw 4 James Doyle

TIPS TO PICKING A WINNER

1 Pick up a racecard and study the form.

2 Look at the jockeys and owners details and racing colours.

BEHAVIOUR

3 Scan the horse’s course and distance record.

4 Check the jockey’s and trainer’s track record.

A TRIP TO THE PARADE RING

Behaviour in the paddock is a good guide to how the horse is feeling before the race. Good signs are pricked ears, alert eyes, but also a calm and relaxed walk.

1. QUARTERS

A defined line of muscle running down the buttock indicates the horse is fit and well. A lack of muscle definition may indicate that the horse is not yet at its peak.

2. RIB CAGE

A defined line of muscle behind the rib cage indicates that the horse is fit and well. If the horse istoofatthismayindicatethehorsemayneedarun beforeitreachesitsoptimumlevel.

3. COAT

The horse should have a shiny coat, mane and tail. A coat that is not shiny may show that the horse is not yet at its best

EASY BETTING STEPS

1 Go to the bookmaker kiosk and review the odds

2 State the race number, the number of your chosen horse, the bet type, the amount you want to bet and hand over the cash remembering to only bet what you can afford.

3 You will then be given a ticket with details of your bet which you will need to present when collecting any winnings from any bookmaker.

4 Get a good vantage point to watch the action and cheer your horse home!

BET TYPES

The easiest bet types are “To win” which is betting on your chosen horse to win or “Each way” which is betting on your chosen horse to come first, second or third.

Good luck!

THE LAST TEN SEASONS WINNERS

SEASON 10 ALL -WEATHER CHAMPIONS

3-year-old Championship - Desert Cop

Sprint Championship - Diligent Harry

Mile Championship - Berkshire Shadow

Marathon Championship - Rainbow Dreamer

Fillies & Mares Championship - Queen Aminatu

Middle Distance Championship - Notre Belle Bete

SEASON 9 ALL -WEATHER CHAMPIONS

3-year-old Championship - El Caballo

Sprint Championship - Bouttemont

Mile Championship - My Oberon

Marathon Championship - Earlofthecotswolds

Fillies & Mares Championship - Highfield Princess

Middle Distance Championship - Living Legend

SEASON 8 ALL -WEATHER CHAMPIONS

3-year-old Championship - Diligent Harry

Sprint Championship - Summerghand

Mile Championship - Khuzaam

Marathon Championship - Ranch Hand

Fillies & Mares Championship - Pholas

Middle Distance Championship - Bangkok

SEASON 7 ALL -WEATHER

CHAMPIONS

All-Weather Championships Finals Day abandoned

SEASON 6 ALL -WEATHER

CHAMPIONS

3-year-old Championship - Pizzicato

Sprint Championship - Kachy

Mile Championship - Oh This Is Us

Marathon Championship - Watersmeet

Fillies & Mares Championship - Heavenly Holly

Middle Distance Championship – Matterhorn

ALL -STARS

Owner - Godolphin (42 wins)

Trainer - Michael Appleby (60 wins)

Jockey - Danny Muscutt (71 wins)

Apprentice Jockey - Billy Loughnane (40 wins)

ALL -STARS

Owner - Godolphin (46 wins)

Trainer - Michael Appleby (52 wins)

Jockey - David Probert (84 wins)

Apprentice Jockey - George Rooke (18 wins)

Winning Most Horse - Intervention (5 wins)

ALL -STARS

Owner - Godolphin (42 wins)

Trainer - Michael Appleby (59 wins)

Jockey - Richard Kingscote (79 wins)

Apprentice Jockey - Marco Ghiani (28 wins)

Horse With Most Wins - Nortonthorpe Boy (6 wins)

ALL -STARS

Owner - Godolphin (26 wins)

Trainer - Michael Appleby (54 wins)

Jockey - Ben Curtis (101 wins)

Apprentice Jockey - George Rooke (24 wins)

Horse Of The Year - Dubai Warrior

Horse With Most Wins - Agent of Fortune (7 wins)

ALL -STARS

Owner - Godolphin (27 wins)

Trainer - Michael Appleby (50 wins)

Jockey - Adam Kirby (69 wins)

Apprentice Jockey - Nicola Currie (30 wins)

Horse Of The Year - Matterhorn

Horse With Most Wins - Matterhorn (7 wins)

SEASON 5 ALL -WEATHER CHAMPIONS

3-year-old Championship - Corinthia Knight

Mile Championship - Lucky Team

Marathon Championship - Funny Kid

Fillies & Mares Championship - Diagnostic

Middle Distance Championship - Victory Bond

SEASON 4 ALL -WEATHER CHAMPIONS

3-year-old Championship - Second Thought Sprint Championship - Kimberella Mile Championship - Sovereign Debt

Marathon Championship - Winning Story

Fillies & Mares Championship - Realtra

Middle Distance Championship - Convey

SEASON 3 ALL -WEATHER CHAMPIONS

3-year-old Championship - Sea Of Flames

3-year-old Sprint Championship - Wolowitz Sprint Championship - Alben Star Mile Championship - Captain Joy

Marathon Championship - Moonrise Landing

Fillies & Mares Championship - Volunteer Point

Middle Distance Championship - Grendisar

SEASON 2 ALL -WEATHER CHAMPIONS

3-year-old Championship - Four Seasons

3-year-old Sprint Championship - Lightscameraction Sprint Championship - Pretend Mile Championship - Grey Mirage

Marathon Championship - Mymatechris

Fillies & Mares Championship - Fresles

Middle Distance Championship - Tryster

SEASON 1 ALL -WEATHER CHAMPIONS

3-year-old Championship - Ertijaal

Sprint Championship - Alben Star

Mile Championship - Captain Cat

Marathon Championship - Litigant

Fillies & Mares Championship - Living The Life

Middle Distance Championship - Grandeur

ALL STARS

Owner - Godolphin (39 Wins)

Trainer - Michael Appleby (40 Wins)

Jockey - Luke Morris (73 Wins)

Horse Of The Year - Victory Bond

Winning Most Horse - Captain Lars & Spare Parts (7 Wins)

Sire - Kodiac (41 Wins)

ALL STARS

Owner - Godolphin (31 Wins)

Trainer - Mark Johnston (42 Wins)

Jockey - Adam Kirby (74 Wins)

Horse Of The Year - Convey

Winning Most Horse - Athassel (6 Wins)

Sire - Kyllachy (39 Wins)

ALL STARS

Owner - Goldolphin (35 Wins)

Trainer - Michael Appleby (38 Wins)

Jockey - Luke Morris (86 Wins)

Horse Of The Year - Grendisar

Winning Most Horse - Tangramm (7 Wins)

Sire - Cape Cross (37 Wins)

ALL STARS

Owner - Godolphin (98 Wins)

Trainer - Charlie Appleby (76 Wins)

Jockey - Luke Morris (102 Wins)

Horse Of The Year - Tryster

Winning Most Horse - Don’t Be (5 Wins)

Sire - Invincible Spirit (34 Wins)

ALL STARS

Owner - Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Al Maktoum (46 Wins)

Trainer - Mark Johnston (68 Wins)

Jockey - Adam Kirby (90 Wins)

Horse Of The Year - Grandeur

Winning Most Horse - Alumina (6 Wins)

Sire - Invincible Spirit (41 Wins)

1:18PM - FIRST RACE ONE MILE AND 5 YARDS

THE BETMGM BURRADON STAKES (CLASS 1) (LISTED RACE)

Total prize fund £100000. Owners Prize Money. Winner £44560; Second £18290; Third £9150; Fourth £4570; Fifth £2290; Sixth £1140. (Penalty Value £56710) A SS

See page 63 for conditions of this race.

No Horse Draw Jockey

1 ORNE (IRE) (22)

B c Acclamation - Pellucid (Excelebration (IRE))

Owner: Al Shaqab Racing

Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket

Breeder: Rathbarry Stud

Sponsor: Haras De Bouquetot

Draw 8 Robert Havlin

Horse Age: 3

Weight: 9 9

Form: 141-23

TIMEFORM VIEW Horris Hill winner at 2 yrs and returned with a good second of 14 in local Group 2 Al Rayyan Mile at Doha (8f, good). Excellent close third in listed race at Lingfield 3 weeks ago and big shout despite a 5lb penalty.

STAR RATINGHHHHH OFFICIAL BHA RATING 103

2 CUBAN TIGER (GB) (37)

B c Havana Grey - Shirley’s Kitten (USA) (Kitten’s Joy (USA))

Owner: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum

Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn

Breeder: Christopher Liesack

Horse Age: 3

Weight: 9 4

Form: 12

Draw 9 Clifford Lee

TIMEFORM VIEW Well supported and duly made a winning debut in 8-runner novice at Southwell (6.1f). Took a step forward when second in class 3 at Kempton and remains with potential.

3 HABRDI (IRE) (22)

B c Calyx - Second Glance (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))

Owner: Mr Ahmad Alotaibi

Trainer: Jane Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket

Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

STAR RATINGHHHII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 87

Draw 4 Dylan Browne McMonagle

Horse Age: 3

Weight: 9 4

Form: 00111-5 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful colt. Three wins from 6 runs last year 7/1, creditable 3 lengths fifth of 10 to Watch My Tracer in listed race at Lingfield (7f, AW) 22 days ago, but held by Orne on that form.

STAR RATINGHHHII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 91

4 LOUIS QUATORZE (IRE) (148)

Ch c New Bay - Lorenda (IRE) (Lope de Vega (IRE))

Owner: Mr Clive Washbourn

Trainer: David Menuisier, Pulborough

Breeder: Effevi SRL

Sponsor: Shinco Racing Limited

Horse Age: 3

Weight: 9 4

Form: 5301-

Draw 1 Kyle Strydom

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful colt. 3/1 and hooded for 1st time, won 8-runner novice at Chelmsford City (7f), all out. Off 148 days. Difficult ask.

STAR RATINGHIIII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 82

5 ROOM SERVICE (IRE) (197)

B c Kodi Bear (IRE) - Tamara Love (IRE) (Tamayuz)

Owner: Roddy O Byrne and Robert O Byrne

Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton

Breeder: Edmond Kent

Horse Age: 3

Weight: 9 4

Form: 1331-

Draw 7 Tom Eaves

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive sort, taking form to another level when winning valuable 17-runner sales event at Doncaster (6.5f, good to soft) final start in September That form looks solid so high on the shortlist up in trip (likely to stay).

STAR RATINGHHHHI OFFICIAL BHA RATING 102

6 SAYEDATY SADATY (IRE) (180)

B c Anodin (IRE) - Bell Su River (Galileo (IRE))

Owner: Ahmad Al Shaikh

Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere

Breeder: Mr Thomas Lines

Sponsor: Green Team Racing Stable

Draw 2 Oisin Murphy

Horse Age: 3

Weight: 9 4

Form: 20U13- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark at the fourth attempt in Kempton novice, though again looked wayward. Decent third of 4 in class 2 at Epsom since but this looks too tough. STAR RATINGHHIII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 84

7 SILENT AGE (FR) (35)

B g Dubawi (IRE) - Dubai Beauty (IRE) (Frankel)

Owner: Godolphin

Trainer: Charlie Appleby, Newmarket

Breeder: Godolphin Management Co Ltd

Sponsor: Emirates Fly Better

Draw 6 Daniel Tudhope

Horse Age: 3

Weight: 9 4

Form: 11 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed odds in Kempton maiden on debut and defied a penalty in the style of a useful prospect at Wolverhampton. Needs considering. STAR RATINGHHHHI OFFICIAL BHA RATING 91

8 YOKOHAMA (IRE) (185)

B c Make Believe - Am I (USA) (Thunder Gulch (USA))

Owner: Adnan Bahbahani

Trainer: John Butler, Newmarket

Breeder: Patrick Hayes & Make Believe Syndicate

Draw 3 Luke Morris

Horse Age: 3

Weight: 9 4

Form: 1- C

TIMEFORM VIEW €27,000 foal, 35,000 gns yearling, Make Believe colt. Half-brother to several winners, including smart/ungenuine winner up to 9f Questioning. Dam US 2-y-o 8.5f winner 7/2, won 8-runner maiden at this course (7.1f) on debut, responding well. Off 6 months. Tough ask. STAR RATINGHHIII OFFICIAL BHA RATING -

9 MANHATTAN DREAMER (USA) (63)

B f Quality Road (USA) - Inventive (USA) (Dixie Union (USA))

Owner: Amo Racing Limited

Trainer: Adrian Murray, Ireland

Breeder: Amo Racing Ltd

Sponsor: Sports Invest UK Ltd

Horse Age: 3

Weight: 8 13

Form: 4-31

Draw 5 David Egan

TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t need to improve to get off the mark in 14-runner maiden at Dundalk (7f) 63 days ago but this demands a whole lot more.

STAR RATINGHHIII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 74

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9 (EXACTA)

2023: DEAR MY FRIEND 3 9 4 James Doyle 11-2 (Charlie Johnston) 11 ran PLAY SMARTER

Betting Forecast:

5-2 Silent Age (FR), 10-3 Room Service (IRE), 4-1 Orne (IRE), 9-1 Cuban Tiger (GB), 14-1 Habrdi (IRE), 22-1 Sayedaty Sadaty (IRE), Manhattan Dreamer (USA), 28-1 Yokohama (IRE), 40-1 Louis Quatorze (IRE)

Race Summary:

ORNE did well to finish as close as he did given how the race developed when third in a similar event at Lingfield and is worth another chance to defy a penalty at this level. Silent Age made it 2 from 2 in the style of a good prospect at Wolverhampton so is feared, while the form of Room Service’s sales win at Doncaster has worked out very well.

1-2-3:

1.ORNE (IRE) 2.SILENT AGE (FR) 3.ROOM SERVICE (IRE)

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CHAMPION TRAINER

The title of All-Weather Champion Trainer will go to the trainer who has achieved the most wins over the course of this season, including today’s races at Newcastle, Lingfield Park and Chelmsford City. A cheque for £10,000 and a trophy will be presented to the winning trainer.

The All-Weather Champion

Trainer title looks set to go down to the wire, with Mick Appleby, Tony Carroll and Charlie Johnston all in contention heading into the final day.

Perennial champion Appleby topped the leaderboard for the first time in early February but the excellent form of Carroll and Johnston has prevented the Rutland handler from closing out his eighth title.

Appleby and Johnston have runners at all three meetings of Good Friday, while Carroll is represented at Lingfield Park and Chelmsford.

TONY CARROLL

CHARLIE JOHNS JOHNSTON

MICHAEL APPLEBY

MARATHON CHAMPIONSHIPS

SPONSORED BY

RACE DISTANCE: 2M 56Y

PRIZE MONEY: £150,000

Spartan Army is chasing a £35,000 bonus after holding off Prydwen by a neck at Lingfield Park’s AWC Trials Day earlier this month, his third success from as many starts this season.

TRAINER: Alan King START

Spartan Army’s trainer Alan King is also responsible for 2023 Marathon victor Rainbow Dreamer, who is bidding to become the first dual winner of the two-mile highlight

Multiple G3 winner Max Vega has looked rejuvenated on the All-Weather this winter, most recently defying a rating of 106 to beat Aqwaam at Wolverhampton in February.

Duke Of Oxford and Citizen General finished first and fourth in a valuable Kempton Park handicap in November, with Citizen General successfully boosting the form at the same track last time out.

NAME: Spartan Army

AGE: 5

OWNER: McNeill Family & Patrick & Scott Bryceland

NAME: Zealandia

AGE: 7

OWNER: The Dttw Partnership

TRAINER: Ian Williams

NAME: Citizen General

AGE: 5

OWNER: The Ed Dunlop Racing Club

TRAINER: Ed Dunlop

1:53PM - SECOND RACE

TWO MILES AND 56 YARDS

THE BETUK ALL-WEATHER CHAMPIONSHIPS

MARATHON HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)

Total prize fund £150000. Owners Prize Money. Winner £60945; Second £30480; Third £15240; Fourth £7620; Fifth £3810; Sixth £1905. (Penalty Value £77310) SS

See page 63 for conditions of this race.

No Horse Draw Jockey

1 MAX VEGA (IRE) (41)

Ch g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Paraphernalia (IRE) (Dalakhani (IRE))

Owner: The Pickford Hill Partnership

Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down

Breeder: Tullpark Ltd

Sponsor: R M Beckett Ltd

Draw 12 Rossa Ryan

Horse Age: 7

Weight: 9 12

Form: 3046-21

TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when winning 6-runner handicap (4/1) at Wolverhampton (12.2f) 41 days ago, well on top finish. Unproven over this far but only 2lb higher here so big shout if he stays. STAR RATINGHHHHI OFFICIAL BHA RATING 108

2 TYSON FURY (GB) (49)

Ch g Iffraaj - Za Za Zoom (IRE) (Le Vie Dei Colori)

Owner: Mrs Mary B. Hogan

Trainer: Denis G. Hogan, Ireland

Breeder: Scuderia Archi Romani

Draw 10 Sean Dylan Bowen (5)

Horse Age: 7

Weight: 9 8

Form: 0024-21 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Has done well since joining this yard and produced a career best when winning 7-runner handicap at Dundalk (16f) 49 days ago, easing clear Respected.

3 PRYDWEN (IRE) (28)

B g Camelot - Honey Hunter (IRE) (Shamardal (USA))

Owner: Blue Starr Racing

Trainer: George Scott, Newmarket

Breeder: Honey Hunter Syndicate

Sponsor: Fitzdares Club

Horse Age: 6

Weight: 9 3

Form: 3501-52

Draw 11 Benoit de la Sayette

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Wolverhampton in November 10/1, good neck second of 13 to Spartan Army in handicap at Lingfield (15.8f, AW) 28 days ago. 1lb better off with winner here. Enters calculations. STAR RATINGHHHHI OFFICIAL BHA RATING 99

4 CITIZEN GENERAL (IRE) (55)

B g Camelot - Capriole (Noverre (USA))

Owner: The Ed Dunlop Racing Club

Trainer: Ed Dunlop, Newmarket

Breeder: Lynn Lodge Stud

Sponsor: Ed Dunlop Racing Ltd

Draw 2 Robert Havlin

Horse Age: 5

Weight: 9 0

Form: 1004-21 C D

TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when winning 11-runner handicap (15/2) at Kempton (16f) 55 days ago by 4 1/2 lengths from Duty of Care, soon clear 7lb higher now but can give another good account.

STAR RATINGHHHII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 96

5 SPARTAN ARMY (IRE) (28)

B g Highland Reel (IRE) - Trianon (Nayef (USA))

Owner: McNeill Family & Patrick&Scott Bryceland

Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle

Breeder: Sean Connolly

Sponsor: Ultima Business Solutions

Draw 7 David Probert

Horse Age: 5

Weight: 8 13

Form: 31/3-111 D

TIMEFORM VIEW 7/4, career best when completing hat-trick in 13-runner handicap at Lingfield (15.8f, AW) 28 days ago by neck from Prydwen, well positioned. Thriving. STAR RATINGHHHHI OFFICIAL BHA RATING 95

6 RAINBOW DREAMER (GB) (55)

B g Aqlaam - Zamhrear (Singspiel (IRE))

Owner: The Maple Street Partnership

Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle

Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

Sponsor: Goodwin Racing Ltd

Draw 8 Clifford Lee

Horse Age: 11

Weight: 8 9

Form: 6606-00 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner 16/1, 12 1/4 lengths tenth of 11 to Citizen General in handicap at Kempton (16f) 55 days ago. Would be a threat if back to something like his best but, on recent evidence, Spartan Army looks the stable first string.

STAR RATINGHHIII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 91

7 DUTY OF CARE (GB) (28)

B g Kingman - Exemplify (Dansili)

Owner: Gallagher Bloodstock Limited

Trainer: Jamie Osborne, Upper Lambourn

Breeder: Juddmonte Farms Ltd

Sponsor: Gallagher Group Ltd.

Draw 13 David Egan

Horse Age: 6

Weight: 8 9

Form: 1200-25 C D

TIMEFORM VIEW Had some of these behind when good second of 11 in handicap at Kempton (16f). Not seen to best effect at Lingfield since so not taken lightly. STAR RATINGHHHII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 91

8 VAGUELY ROYAL (IRE) (28)

Br g Galileo (IRE) - Danilovna (IRE) (Dansili)

Owner: Mr B. E. Nielsen

Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket

Breeder: Bjorn Nielsen

Draw 1 Oisin Murphy

Horse Age: 4

Weight: 8 8

Form: 0411-53 C

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner 5/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, good 1 3/4 lengths third of 13 to Spartan Army in handicap at Lingfield (15.8f, AW) 28 days ago, clear of rest. May do better still.

STAR RATINGHHHHI OFFICIAL BHA RATING 93

9 HOWTH (IRE) (25)

B g Churchill (IRE) - Muwakaba (USA) (Elusive Quality (USA))

Owner: ValueRacingClub.co.uk

Trainer: Michael Appleby, Oakham

Breeder: Capital Bloodstock

Sponsor: Trade Access Panels Ltd

Horse Age: 5

Weight: 8 6

Form: 060-541

Draw 3 Luke Morris

TIMEFORM VIEW Finally got off the mark for this yard in 8-runner handicap at Wolverhampton (14f, 17/2) 25 days ago, keeping on well. Up in trip again. STAR RATINGHHIII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 88

10

DUKE OF OXFORD (GB) (88)

B g Kingman - Miss Marjurie (IRE) (Marju (IRE))

Owner: Mr A Cope, Mr B Roberts and Mr J Biggane

Trainer: Michael Bell, Newmarket

Breeder: Ed’s Stud Ltd/A Swinburn

Sponsor: Michael Bell Racing

Draw 4 Tyler Heard (3)

Horse Age: 4

Weight: 8 5

Form: 30011-3 D BF

STAR RATINGHHHII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 90

TIMEFORM VIEW Four wins from 9 runs last year Creditable third of 11 in handicap (11/4) at this C&D 88 days ago, albeit no match for principals.

11 PALACE BOY (GER) (34)

B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Palace Princess (GER) (Tiger Hill (IRE))

Owner: Mr Rupert Lowe

Trainer: Ralph Smith, Hungerford

Breeder: Gestut Hony-Hof

Sponsor: Premier Performance, J Brand Limited

Draw 5 George Rooke

Horse Age: 7

Weight: 8 3

Form: 031///1-12 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winner at 16f over hurdles. 1 1/4 lengths second of 13 to Spartan Army in handicap at Southwell (16.5f, 11/10) 34 days ago, no match for winner but 7lb better off here. Shortlist material.

STAR RATINGHHHHH OFFICIAL BHA RATING 85

12

KYLE OF LOCHALSH (GB) (106)

B c Highland Reel (IRE) - Quiz Mistress (Doyen (IRE))

Owner: The Fairy Story Partnership

Trainer: Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley

Breeder: Deepwood Farm Stud

Sponsor: Deepwood Properties

Horse Age: 4

Weight: 8 2

Form: 100311-

Draw 9 Joe Fanning

TIMEFORMVIEW Three wins from 7 runs last year 11/8, career best when winning 8-runner handicap at Chelmsford City (14f), well on top finish. Off 106 days. Makes tapeta debut. 2lb out of handicap.

STAR RATINGHHHII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 85

13

SIR CHAUVELIN (GB) (19)

B g Authorized (IRE) - Jabbara (IRE) (Kingmambo (USA))

Owner: Mr J. Fyffe & Mr J. S. Goldie

Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow

Breeder: W. M. Johnstone

Sponsor: Jf Kegs(Scotland)Ltd

Draw 6 Amie Waugh (5)

Horse Age: 12

Weight: 8 2

Form: 106-000 C D

TIMEFORM VIEW 4-time course winner Tenth of 13 in handicap at Southwell (12.1f, 50/1) 19 days ago, unsuited by way race developed. Significantly back up in trip. 3lb out of handicap.

STAR RATINGHIIII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 81

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 13

Hood worn by No. 9. Blinkers worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 10, 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 6, 8. 2023: RAINBOW DREAMER 10 9 7 Hollie Doyle 10-1 (Alan King) 9 ran

(EXACTA)

PLAY SMARTER

Betting Forecast:

4-1 Spartan Army (IRE), 6-1 Max Vega (IRE), 15-2 Palace Boy (GER), 8-1 Vaguely Royal (IRE), 12-1 Prydwen (IRE), Duke of Oxford (GB), 14-1 Citizen General (IRE), 16-1 Tyson Fury (GB), 18-1 Duty of Care (GB), Kyle of Lochalsh (GB), 25-1 Howth (IRE), 40-1 Rainbow Dreamer (GB), 80-1 Sir Chauvelin (GB)

Race Summary:

PALACE BOY bumped into the thriving Spartan Army when denied the hat-trick at Southwell 5 weeks ago but a 7lb swing in the weights (Spartan Army has won again since) may be enough to reverse the placings. The classy Max Vega is another to consider back up in trip.

1-2-3:

1.PALACE BOY (GER) 2.SPARTAN ARMY (IRE) 3.MAX VEGA (IRE)

AWAY RACING FROM LINGFIELD PARK

LINGFIELD PARK

Race 1 1.30

1m 4f

1 Heathen (GB) 9-11

DavidO’Meara MarkWinn

Form: 600, TFR:HHHII

2 The Thunderer (IRE) 9-11

StuartWilliams LukeCatton(3)

Form: 304, TFR:HHHII

3 Enough Already (GB) 9-8

LeeCarter KaiyaFraser(3)

Form: 5-20, TFR:HHHII

4 Wrecking Ball Paul (IRE) 9-8

PaulMulligan R.M.Mulligan(7)

Form: 101, TFR:HHHII

5 Lexington Knight (IRE) 9-8

RichardHannon PaddyBradley

Form: 603, TFR:HHHII

6 Western Stars (FR) 9-8

JimBoyle EthanJones(5)

Form: 123-, TFR:HHHII

7 God of Thunder (IRE) 9-8

RichardHannonAlecVoikhansky(3)

Form: 250, TFR:HHIII

8 Masqool (IRE) 9-8

JamesEvans JackDoughty(7)

Form: 246, TFR:HHIII

9 Furzig (GB) 9-8

RichardFahey WilliamCarver

Form: 203, TFR:HHIII

10 Party Island (IRE) 9-7

DenisCoakley GeorgeBass

Form: 060, TFR:HHHII

11 Sax Appeal (GB) 9-7

CharlieJohnston ArchieYoung(5)

Form: 0-61, TFR:HHHHI

12 Eleanor Cross (GB) 9-5

AndrewBaldingCallumHutchinson

Form: 223, TFR:HHIII

13 Suffrajet (IRE) 9-5

CharlieJohnston WilliamPyle(3)

Form: 5-44, TFR:HHIII

14 It’s A Love Thing (GB) 9-4

SamEngland JamesJ.G.Ryan(3)

Form: 1-22, TFR:HHHHI

15 Siempre Arturo (GB) 9-4

Daniel&ClaireKublerBrandonWilkie(3)

Form: 1-21, TFR:HHHHI

16 Optician (GB) 9-4

ShaunLycett LiamWright(5)

Form: 112, TFR:HHHHH

Race 2 2.05

1m 2f

1 Youthful King (GB) 9-9

LukeDace EthanJones(7)

Form: 6-53, TFR:HHHHI

2 Polling Day (IRE) 9-8

ArchieWatson JoshuaBryan

Form: 44-4, TFR:HHIII

3 Civil Law (IRE) 9-8

RogerTeal CierenFallon

Form: 2-36, TFR:HHIII

4 Al Rufaa (FR) 9-8

Daniel&ClaireKubler DylanHogan

Form: 3-62, TFR:HHHHH

5 Wadacre Gomez (GB) 9-7

CharlieJohnston FrannyNorton

Form: 214, TFR:HHHHI

6 Andaleep (IRE) 9-7

Daniel&ClaireKubler CallumHutchinson(3)

Form: 513, TFR:HHHII

7 Bystander (IRE) 9-5

K.R.Burke BrandonWilkie(5)

Form: 1-21, TFR:HHHHI

8 Light Speed (IRE) 9-4

AndrewBalding WilliamCarver(3)

Form: 10-0, TFR:HHIII

9 Inspiritus (IRE) 9-4

RogerVarian JamesDoyle

Form: 122, TFR:HHHHI

10 Asgard’s Captain (IRE) 9-3

DylanCunha RhysClutterbuck

Form: 111, TFR:HHHHI

11 Walhaan (IRE) 9-2

CiaranMurphy JosephSheridan

Form: 15-1, TFR:HHHII

12 Arcadian Nights (GB) 9-1

MarkLoughnane SaffieOsborne

Form: 214, TFR:HHHII

13 Troon (IRE) 9-1

AdamWest SeanKirrane

Form: 3-60, TFR:HIIII

14 Qaasid (IRE) 8-13

JulieCamacho SeanLevey

Form: 000, TFR:HHIII

ARC ALL-WEATHER BONUS HORSE OF THE YEAR

The All-Weather Horse of the Year bonus forms part of a wider £1 million initiative to reward owners, trainers, jockeys and racing staff connected with the most consistent performers at ARC’s four All-Weather racecourses during the winter season.

Horses are awarded points on the following basis: 1st - 5 points, 2nd - 4 points, 3rd - 3 points, 4th - 2 points and 5th - 1 point.

ARTISAN DANCER

THE CRAFTY MASTER

This Season’s Horse of the Year competition has gone right down to the wire.

Artisan Dancer has shown remarkable consistency, racking up 50 points in 14 starts throughout the All-Weather season. Two victories and seven second-placed efforts helped the 4yo towards a three-point cushion at the top of the table heading into the final week.

It has been an extremely competitive AllWeather season which is reflected in the Horse of The Year standings with just one point separating second place The Craftymaster (47pts) from joint third-placed horses Enola Grey (46pts) and Mumayaz (46pts).

ENOLA GREY

The rejuvenation of The Craftymaster has been one of the stories of this All-Weather season. The 4yo came close to retirement but has enjoyed a remarkable change in fortune since moving to the Tony Carroll yard back in October rising 24lbs in the handicap.

3-YEAR-OLD CHAMPIONSHIPS

SPONSORED BY

Many of the leading contenders have already met this season, with Photosynthesis earning a shot at a £35,000 bonus after repelling Blue Prince by a head at Lingfield Park’s AWC Trials Day.

Blue Prince is eyeing a £35,000 bonus of his own after mastering Sommelier in the closing stages of Newcastle’s corresponding trials race, a contest that also featured Bazball and G’Day Mate.

Fire Demon, who disappointed behind Photosynthesis earlier in the season, turned the tables on that rival at Kempton Park in February, with Media Shooter taking second.

Havana Ball drops down in class after coming third in a Chantilly Listed race three weeks ago, while Irish challenger Tarsus defeated older opposition at Dundalk last time out

QUEEN

NAME: Blue Prince

AGE: 3

OWNER: G & A Racing

TRAINER: David Evans

NAME: Photosynthesis

AGE: 3

OWNER: The Rogues Gallery

TRAINER: Peter Chapple-Hyam

THE BETMGM ALL-WEATHER 3 YEAR OLD CHAMPIONSHIPS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)

Total prize fund £150000. Owners Prize Money. Winner £60945; Second £30480; Third £15240; Fourth £7620; Fifth £3810; Sixth £1905. (Penalty Value £77310) SS

See page 63 for conditions of this race.

No Horse Draw Jockey

1 SOMMELIER (GB) (88)

B g Due Diligence (USA) - Champagne Queen (Showcasing)

Owner: King Power Racing Co Ltd

Trainer: Marco Botti, Newmarket

Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud

Sponsor: King Power International Co Ltd, King Power Racing Co Ltd

Draw 7 Rossa Ryan

Horse Age: 3

Weight: 9 9 Form: 411-2 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive sort who won 2 of his 3 starts in novice/maiden company on AW last year and found further progress making handicap debut when very good 1/2-length second of 10 to Blue Prince in C&D handicap in January. 4lb better off with that rival here and player with more to come. STAR RATINGHHHHH OFFICIAL BHA RATING 98

2 HAVANA BALL (GB) (21)

Gr f Havana Grey - Enchanted Linda (Charm Spirit (IRE))

Owner: Lone Star Investments

Trainer: Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn

Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud

Sponsor: Archie Watson Racing Ltd

Draw 1 Luke Morris

Horse Age: 3

Weight: 9 5

Form: 41-3 D

TIMEFORM VIEW £100,000 purchase who confirmed debut promise when readily seeing off a next-time-out winner in a Wolverhampton novice (6f) in November Improved again when third in French listed race on sole outing since 21 days ago and highly likely there’s more to come now handicapping. STAR RATINGHHHII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 94

3 TARSUS (IRE) (49)

B g Kuroshio (AUS) - Cilicia (IRE) (Dandy Man (IRE))

Owner: Mrs P. Harney

Trainer: A. Slattery, Ireland

Breeder: Ballybeg Stud

Draw 2 Andrew Slattery

Horse Age: 3

Weight: 9 3

Form: 5612-41 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved for fitting of a tongue tie, landing a Dundalk maiden (5f) in December and progressed again since, doubling his tally in 4-runner minor event at that venue 7 weeks ago. That race not the easiest to assess and this rates tougher making handicap debut. STAR RATINGHHHII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 92

4 BLUE PRINCE (IRE) (28)

B c Blue Point (IRE) - Zip Along (IRE) (Iffraaj)

Owner: G & A Racing

Trainer: David Evans, Abergavenny

Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

Sponsor: Tote, Emma Evans Racing Ltd

Draw 8 Cam Hardie

Horse Age: 3

Weight: 9 2

Form: 401-132 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressed well since joining this yard, landing 6f handicaps at Southwell/over C&D. Solid efforts in defeat have followed, runner-up to another improving sort at Lingfield 4 weeks ago, finishing strongly. Unlikely he’s finished improving yet and he’s one to consider. STAR RATINGHHHHI OFFICIAL BHA RATING 91

5 G’DAY MATE (GB) (28)

B c Havana Grey - Scarlet Ribbons (Zoffany (IRE))

Owner: J & A Young (Leicester) Ltd

Trainer: Michael Appleby, Oakham

Breeder: Manor Farm Stud (Rutland)

Sponsor: Jayplas

Horse Age: 3

Weight: 9 1

Form: 150-043

Draw 9 Alistair Rawlinson

TIMEFORM VIEW 5f maiden winner for Jessica Harrington at 2yrs. Steadily found his feet upon joining new yard, running his best race yet when third of 12 in handicap at Lingfield (6f) 28 days ago (Blue Prince placed second). Should give another good account nudged back up 1lb. STAR RATINGHHHII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 90

6 FIRE DEMON (GB) (40)

B c Dark Angel (IRE) - Lilyfire (USA) (First Defence (USA))

Owner: Juddmonte

Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere

Breeder: Juddmonte Farms Ltd

Sponsor: Juddmonte Farms Inc

Draw 10 Oisin Murphy

Horse Age: 3

Weight: 8 12

Form: 023-151 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive son of Dark Angel who justified good support to double career tally in 10-runner handicap at Kempton (6f, 15/8) 40 days ago by 1 1/4 lengths from Media Shooter, going on entering final 1f and driven out. Up 5lb but likely he can do better again. STAR RATINGHHHHI OFFICIAL BHA RATING 87

7 MEDIA SHOOTER (GB) (23)

B g Advertise - Velvet Revolver (IRE) (Mujahid (USA))

Owner: Pompey ventures 1

Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn

Breeder: Stratford Place Stud

Sponsor: Tote

Draw 11 Clifford Lee

Horse Age: 3

Weight: 8 9

Form: 65-3121 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved model on AW since the turn of the year, landing 6f Kempton handicaps either side of a solid second behind re-opposing Fire Demon at that venue in February. Handicapper applies a little more pressure back up in grade but he’s clearly going the right way. STAR RATINGHHHII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 84

8 ROMAN EMPEROR (GB) (23)

B g Magna Grecia (IRE) - Alsaaden (Acclamation)

Owner: BB Thoroughbreds

Trainer: John Ryan, Newmarket

Breeder: BB Thoroughbreds

Sponsor: Russell Developments

Draw 5 Laura Pearson

Horse Age: 3

Weight: 8 5

Form: 2-12205 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Southwell (6f) in January and filled runners-up spot next 2 starts in handicaps at Lingfield. However, seemingly beaten on merit behind Fire Demon/Media Shooter on each of his last 2 starts and he’ll need to pull out more to play a lead role here. STAR RATINGHHIII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 80

9 DARING LEGEND (GB) (8)

B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Swiss Air (Oasis Dream)

Owner: The Horse Watchers 8

Trainer: Michael Appleby, Oakham

Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

Sponsor: Timeform

Draw 4 Joe Fanning

Horse Age: 3

Weight: 8 4

Form: 464-313 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Well-bred sort who built on encouraging debut for his new yard when running out an impressive winner of a C&D handicap earlier this month. Far from disgraced when third of 9 returned to 7f at Southwell last week and return to this track/trip rates a plus. Not out of things. STAR RATINGHHHII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 79

10 BAZBALL (IRE) (88)

B f Estidhkaar (IRE) - Sofi’s Spirit (IRE) (Captain Marvelous (IRE))

Owner: Nick Bradley Racing 5 & E Burke

Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn

Breeder: Sherbourne Lodge

Sponsor: Cumbria Stonework

Draw 6

Andrew Breslin (3)

Horse Age: 3

Weight: 8 3

Form: 16242-3

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrived on a busy campaign as a 2-y-o, gaining third success at Chester (5f) in September. Model of consistency on AW subsequently, good 1 1/2 lengths third of 10 to Blue Prince in handicap at this C&D 88 days ago, nearest finish. Should give it her best shot again. STAR RATINGHHHII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 78

11 CROSS THE TRACKS (GB) (14)

B g Rajasinghe (IRE) - Local Fancy (Bahamian Bounty)

Owner: Phil Cunningham

Trainer: Richard Spencer, Newmarket

Breeder: Rosyground Stud

Sponsor: Rebel Racing Ltd, Direct Commercial Ltd

Draw 3

Sean Dylan Bowen (5)

Horse Age: 3

Weight: 8 2

Form: 05-4561 C D

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful on debut in a Yarmouth novice (6f) in September. Efforts mixed thereafter but put it all together when running out a convincing winner in 8-runner Kempton handicap (7f) 2 weeks ago. More on his plate back up markedly in grade but yard continue in very good form. STAR RATINGHHHII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 77

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11 (EXACTA)

Blinkers worn by No. 11. Visor worn by No. 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. 2023: DESERT COP 3 9 7 Oisin Murphy 11-1 (Andrew Balding) 9 ran

Betting Forecast:

4-1 Fire Demon (GB), 9-2 Sommelier (GB), 6-1 Blue Prince (IRE), 7-1 Media Shooter (GB), 10-1 Tarsus (IRE), 11-1 Havana Ball (GB), 16-1 Daring Legend (GB), 18-1 Bazball (IRE), 20-1 G’Day Mate (GB), 22-1 Roman Emperor (GB), Cross The Tracks (GB)

Race Summary:

SOMMELIER continued his theme of race-by-race progress when runner-up behind re-opposing Blue Prince over C&D on New Year’s Day and, 4lb better off with that rival here, he gets the vote to come out on top with the prospect of more to come. Blue Prince comes here in fine form and he’s a serious player along with Kempton-scorer Fire Demon. Daring Legend, an impressive winner over C&D on his penultimate start, also makes each-way appeal.

1-2-3:

1.SOMMELIER 2.BLUE PRINCE (IRE) 3.FIRE DEMON

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AWAY RACING FROM LINGFIELD PARK

Race 3 2.40

1m 1y

1 Court of Session (GB) 9-9

Simon&EdCrisford HarryDavies

Form: 21-5, TFR:HHHHI

2 Baldomero (IRE) 9-7

MichaelAppleby JasonWatson

Form: 264, TFR:HHHHI

3 Borgi (IRE) 9-6

S.P.C.Woods JamesDoyle

Form: 521, TFR:HHHHI

4 Benavente (GB) 9-4

K.T.Coleman ShaneGray

Form: 2-41, TFR:HHHHI

5 Bass Player (IRE) 9-3

KevinFrost BenSanderson(3)

Form: 32-0, TFR:HHIII

6 Dingle (IRE) 9-3

JulieCamacho SeanLevey

Form: 124, TFR:HHHII

7 Gincident (IRE) 9-2

RichardFahey OisinOrr

Form: 4-52, TFR:HHHII

8 Trip To Rome (IRE) 9-0

IanWilliams CierenFallon

Form: 360, TFR:HHHII

9 Cephalus (GB) 9-0

GaryMoore TomQueally

Form: 111, TFR:HHHHH

10 Darwell Lion (IRE) 8-13

RuthCarr WilliamCarson

Form: 005, TFR:HHHII

11 Visibility (IRE) 8-11

ScottDixon ElishaWhittington(3)

Form: 240, TFR:HHIII

12 Shoot To Kill (IRE) 8-11

AdrianMcGuinnessCianMacRedmond(3)

Form: 255, TFR:HHHII

Race 4 3.15 1m 7f 169y

1 Diamond Bay (GB) 9-12

TomWard SeanLevey

Form: 0-00, TFR:HHIII

2 Barenboim (GB) 9-11

DavidO’Meara JasonWatson

Form: 030, TFR:HHHII

3 Aqwaam (GB) 9-10

IanWilliams OisinOrr

Form: 422, TFR:HHHHI

4 Yokkell (IRE) 9-10

JohnMcConnellSiobhanRutledge(3)

Form: 214, TFR:HHHHI

5 Bascule (FR) 9-10

RichardHughes EthanJones(7)

Form: 4-44, TFR:HHHHH

6 Red Flyer (IRE) 9-10

KarenJewell SaffieOsborne

Form: 124, TFR:HHHII

7 First Emperor (GB) 9-6

JohnRyan DarraghKeenan

Form: 636, TFR:HHHII

8 Sarsons Risk (IRE) 9-6

BFBrookhouse CierenFallon

Form: 1-55, TFR:HHHII

9 Artisan Dancer (FR) 9-5

CharlieJohnston ArchieYoung(7)

Form: 225, TFR:HHHII

10 Tenerife Sunshine (GB) 9-3

CharlieJohnston JamesDoyle

Form: 332, TFR:HHHII

11 Captain Kane (GB) 9-2

GeorgeScott LiamWright(7)

Form: 366, TFR:HHIII

12 Riyami (IRE) 9-2

DenisG.Hogan JosephSheridan

Form: 1-12, TFR:HHHHI

13 Tradesman (IRE) 8-13

DavidSimcock BrandonWilkie(5)

Form: 12-2, TFR:HHHII

14 Pons Aelius (IRE) 8-13

CharlieJohnston FrannyNorton

Form: 40-0, TFR:HHHII

CHAMPION JOCKEY

Rossa Ryan will be crowned All-Weather Champion Jockey for the first time following a sensational campaign.

Having ridden more winners in Britain than anyone last year, the 23-year-old Irishman is closing in on a century for the All-Weather Championships season.

Highlights for Ryan include Kingdom Come’s victory in the BetMGM Lincoln Trial at Wolverhampton and Marathon contender Spartan Army’s success at Lingfield Park’s AWC Trials Day.

Rossa Ryan

START

RACE DISTANCE: 7F 14Y

PRIZE MONEY: £150,000

FILLIES' & MARES CHAMPIONSHIPS

SPONSORED BY

Shades Of Summer has a shot at a £75,000 bonus thanks to her AWC Trials Day successes at Newcastle and Lingfield Park.

Nine Tenths, who finished second to Shades Of Summer at Newcastle, is 8lb better off at the weights and arrives on the back of a first Listed success at Wolverhampton. Last year’s runner-up Aramis Grey has twice finished second to Shades Of Summer this season and receives a 4lb pull in the weights from their latest meeting at Lingfield Park.

Further down the handicap, Just A Spark and Sibyl Charm have both been in excellent form, each recording three victories since the turn of the year

THE LEADING CONTENDERS

HORSE BHA RATING

AL AGAILA (IRE) 102

NINE TENTHS (IRE)100

KINTA (IRE) 99

OH SO GRAND (GB) 97

ARAMIS GREY (IRE)95

LAKOTA SIOUX (IRE)95

MAKINMEDOIT (IRE)95

WYNTER WILDES (GB) 93

JULIA AUGUSTA (GB) 92

QUEEN REGENT (GB) 91

NAME: Nine Tenths

AGE: 4

OWNER: St Albans Bloodstock Limited

TRAINER: William Haggas

NAME: Shades Of Summer

AGE: 5

OWNER: Jastar Capital Limited

TRAINER: Jane Chapple-Hyam

NAME: Aramis Grey

AGE: 7

OWNER: The Musketeers

TRAINER: Rae Guest

3:00PM-FOURTH

THE BETMGM FILLIES’ AND MARES’ CHAMPIONSHIPS

HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)

Total prize fund £150000. Owners Prize Money. Winner £60945; Second £30480; Third £15240; Fourth £7620; Fifth £3810; Sixth £1905. (Penalty Value £77310) SS See page 63 for conditions of this race.

No Horse Draw Jockey

1 NINE TENTHS (IRE) (20)

B f Kodiac - Covetous (Medaglia d’Oro (USA))

Owner: St Albans Bloodstock Limited

Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket

Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud

Draw 4 Jack Enright (7)

Horse Age: 4

Weight: 9 12

Form: 401-221 C D

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart filly who boasts an impressive record on synthetics, adding to her tally in 6-runner listed race at Wolverhampton (7.2f) 20 days ago. Rider takes off handy 7lb returned to handicaps and she looks sure to play a lead role again.

STAR RATINGHHHHH OFFICIAL BHA RATING 100

2 HODD’S GIRL (IRE) (21)

Gr m Zebedee - Ms Inkonia Hodd (IRE) (Intikhab (USA))

Owner: The Rocky Horror Partnership

Trainer: Adrian McGuinness, Ireland

Breeder: Morgan Ferris

Draw 3 Adam Caffrey (3)

Horse Age: 7

Weight: 9 7

Form: 423-143 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended losing run at Dundalk (7f) in January and not disgraced either start since, likely to have benefited from stronger gallop when third of 6 in minor event back at that venue 3 weeks ago. However, she’s yet to defy a mark this high.

STAR RATINGHHHII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 95

3 ARAMIS GREY (IRE) (28)

Gr m Gutaifan (IRE) - Sveva (IRE) (Danehill Dancer (IRE))

Owner: The Musketeers

Trainer: Rae Guest, Newmarket

Breeder: Denis & David McDonnell

Sponsor: Keystone Law

Draw 2 Daniel Tudhope

Horse Age: 7

Weight: 9 7

Form: 03232-2 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Admirable mare who was a good second in C&D conditions’ event 12 months ago. Consistent without tasting success subsequently, second of 9 to Shades of Summer in handicap at Lingfield (7f, AW) 28 days ago, conceding first run. Likely to give it her best shot again. STAR RATINGHHHII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 95

4 WILD SIDE (IRE) (88)

B f Kodiac - Inverse (IRE) (Oasis Dream)

Owner: Mrs Fiona Carmichael

Trainer: George Boughey, Newmarket

Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud

Sponsor: Fine & Country Jersey Ltd

Draw 9 Rossa Ryan

Horse Age: 4

Weight: 9 1

Form: 10261-3 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Four wins from 8 runs last year, the latest at Southwell (1m) in December 5/1, respectable 2 1/2 lengths third of 8 to Shades of Summer in handicap at this C&D 88 days ago, not ideally placed. That may not prove her limit on AW.

STAR RATINGHHHII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 89

5 CLOUD COVER (IRE) (28)

B f Night of Thunder (IRE) - Hokkaido (Street Cry (IRE))

Owner: Mr Saeed Manana

Trainer: James Tate, Newmarket

Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

Draw 7 Clifford Lee

Horse Age: 4

Weight: 9 1

Form: 6112-15 D BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins from 8 runs last year 2/1, creditable 2 1/4 lengths fifth of 9 to Shades of Summer in handicap at Lingfield (7f, AW) 28 days ago, headed final 100 yds. First-time hood may help her settle better and not underestimated.

STAR RATINGHHHHI OFFICIAL BHA RATING 89

6 SHADES OF SUMMER (IRE) (28)

B m Shamardal (USA) - Jira (Medicean)

Owner: Jastar Capital Limited

Trainer: Jane Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket

Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

Sponsor: Jastar Capital Limited

Draw 8 Laura Pearson

Horse Age: 5

Weight: 9 0

Form: 3001-11 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner 3/1, completed hat-trick when winning 9-runner handicap at Lingfield (7f, AW) 28 days ago, by length from Aramis Grey, kept up to work. Clearly thriving and 6lb rise shouldn’t prevent her going well again on that evidence. STAR RATINGHHHHI OFFICIAL BHA RATING 88

7 JUST A SPARK (GB) (19)

B f Bungle Inthejungle - One Kiss (Sayif (IRE))

Owner: Next ones a grey partnership

Trainer: Rod Millman, Cullompton

Breeder: Llety Farms

Sponsor: Millman Racing Club, Rod Millman Racing Ltd

Draw 5 Oisin Murphy

Horse Age: 4

Weight: 8 10

Form: 00-1115 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Did well at 3 yrs, winning 4 times and improved further on AW since the turn of the year, completing quick-fire hat-trick at Kempton (6f) in February. Not in quite the same form when fifth of 7 in handicap at Southwell (6.1f) 19 days ago. This rates tougher again. STAR RATINGHHHII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 84

8 SIBYL CHARM (IRE) (16)

B f Charm Spirit (IRE) - La Sibilla (Fantastic Light (USA))

Owner: The Twelve Munkys

Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown

Breeder: E. Phelan

Sponsor: Bloomfields Raceline Horseboxes, Iain Jardine Racing Ltd

Draw 6 Cam Hardie

Horse Age: 4

Weight: 8 4

Form: 212211 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Has done well on AW upon joining this yard, career best when winning 8-runner C&D handicap 16 days ago, closed down final 100 yds and just holding on. Nudged up just 1lb and thriving but this much tougher up in class. STAR RATINGHHHII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 78

9 SMILING SUNFLOWER (IRE) (37)

B m Fulbright - Hankering (IRE) (Missed Flight)

Owner: Rockingham Reins Limited

Trainer: Michael Appleby, Oakham

Breeder: Peter & Hugh McCutcheon

Draw 1 Tyler Heard (3)

Horse Age: 5

Weight: 8 2

Form: 0-05410 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Capitalised on much-reduced mark at Kempton (1m) in February but again started very slowly and never figured when seventh of 9 in handicap back at that venue 37 days ago. Passed over here operating from out of the weights. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 21/2/2024 it was reported that the horse was slowly away. STAR RATINGHHIII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 71

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Hood worn first time by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4. 2023: QUEEN AMINATU 4 9 2 Cieren Fallon 6-4 (William Haggas) 7 ran

(EXACTA)

PLAY SMARTER

Betting Forecast:

5-2 Nine Tenths (IRE), 4-1 Shades of Summer (IRE), 8-1 Wild Side (IRE), Cloud Cover (IRE), 9-1 Aramis Grey (IRE), 10-1 Sibyl Charm (IRE), 11-1 Just A Spark (GB), 16-1 Hodd’s Girl (IRE), 40-1 Smiling Sunflower (IRE)

Race Summary:

NINE TENTHS enhanced her already excellent strike rate on synthetics when landing a 6-runner listed event at Wolverhampton 3 weeks ago and, with her rider taking off a handy 7lb returned to handicaps, she can reverse form with Shades of Summer on these more favourable terms than when the pair met over C&D on New Year’s Day. The latter-named is thriving though and respected, with Cloud Cover and Wild Side others expected to be thereabouts.

1-2-3:

1.NINE TENTHS (IRE) 2.SHADES OF SUMMER (IRE) 3.CLOUD COVER (IRE)

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CHAMPION OWNER

The title of Champion Owner is awarded to the Owner whose horses have crossed the line in front the most times at the six All-Weather racecourses in Britain over the season.

Godolphin NUMBER OF WINS: 25

Godolphin continues its stranglehold on the All-Weather Champion Owner accolade, with the Dubai-based operation taking the title for the 10th consecutive season.

Notable winners in the royal blue silks include G3 BetUK Winter Derby victor Military Order and Rebel’s Romance, who landed the Listed Wild Flower Stakes.

Derby entry Endless Victory and Notable Speech headline a team of promising youngsters to have debuted during the season.

START

RACE DISTANCE: 6F

PRIZE MONEY: £150,000

SPRINT CHAMPIONSHIPS

SPONSORED BY

Newcastle AWC Trials Day victor Albasheer heads two contenders in with a chance of a £35,000 bonus, having returned from a break with a dominant victory at the course two weeks ago.

Fellow bonus chaser Chipstead had several of these rivals in behind when scoring at Lingfield Park’s AWC Trials Day, including 2021 winner of this race Summerghand, Batal Dubai and The X O.

Cover Up has won all three of his starts this season, with the latest of his two Newcastle successes resulting in a 13lb rise in the handicap, while Irish raider Coachello was also victorious at the course in December

Kempton Park scorer Fivethousandtoone and Juan Les Pins, who was second in the Listed Hever Sprint at Southwell, are other leading players.

NAME: Albasheer

AGE: 6

OWNER: Taylor's Bloodstock Ltd

TRAINER: Archie Watson

NAME: Cover Up

AGE: 4

OWNER: Godolphin

TRAINER: John & Thady Gosden

NAME: Chipstead

AGE: 6

OWNER: Homecroft & Crampsie

TRAINER: Roger Teal

THE BETUK ALL-WEATHER SPRINT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)

Total prize fund £150000. Owners Prize Money. Winner £60945; Second £30480; Third £15240; Fourth £7620; Fifth £3810; Sixth £1905. (Penalty Value £77310) 4 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS

See page 63 for conditions of this race.

No Horse Draw Jockey

1 ALBASHEER (IRE) (14)

Ch g Shamardal (USA) - Mutebah (IRE) (Marju (IRE))

Owner: Taylor’s Bloodstock Ltd

Trainer: Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn

Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited

Sponsor: Taylor Group (Yorkshire) Ltd

Draw 8 Luke Morris

Horse Age: 6

Weight: 9 12

Form: 0453-11 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Dead-heated with Summerghand in valuable handicap at York in August and better than ever in recent months, winning back-to-back handicaps here. Lines up here operating from career-high mark but foolish to rule him out in bid for the hat-trick. STAR RATINGHHHHI OFFICIAL BHA RATING 110

2 COACHELLO (FR) (54)

B g Dunkerque (FR) - Rock Harmonie (FR) (Rock of Gibraltar (IRE))

Owner: Alymer Stud Ltd

Trainer: Gordon Elliott, Ireland

Breeder: Mrs M. Leurson & Mrs C. Head

Sponsor: Gordon Elliott

Draw 7 David Egan

Horse Age: 6

Weight: 9 10

Form: 04115-4 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Recorded smart performances when winning handicaps at Lingfield/over C&D late last year. Not at best when fourth in listed Kachy Stakes last month but good chance he’ll be back to his best here.

3 JUAN LES PINS (GB) (13)

B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Miss Cap Ferrat (Darshaan)

Owner: Mr Matthew Taylor

Trainer: Michael Appleby, Oakham

Breeder: Executors of the Late Mr J.L.C. Pearce

Sponsor: Trade Access Panels Ltd

Dr aw 16 Alistair Rawlinson

Horse Age: 7

Weight: 9 7

Form: 3243-20 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Solid return back from 4 months off when runner-up in listed company at Southwell (5f) in February and easy to overlook his subsequent run at Wolverhampton (unproven at the trip). This much more his bag and he comes here fresh. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 16/3/2024 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running. STAR RATINGHHHII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 105

4 COVER UP (IRE) (36)

B g Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Hushing (Pivotal)

Owner: Godolphin

Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket

Breeder: Godolphin

Sponsor: Emirates Fly Better

Draw 13 Robert Havlin

Horse Age: 4

Weight: 9 3

Form: 1251-11 C D

TIMEFORM VIEW Two wins from 6 runs last year. 5/6, career best when winning 8-runner handicap at this course (5f) 36 days ago, drawing clear to score with plenty in hand. Assessor has had his say but represents leading yard and sure to go well in bid to make it 4-4 on AW STAR RATINGHHHHH OFFICIAL BHA RATING 101

5 CHIPSTEAD (GB) (28)

B h Mayson - Charlotte Rosina (Choisir (AUS))

Owner: Homecroft & Crampsie

Trainer: Roger Teal, Lambourn

Breeder: Tony Hirschfeld

Sponsor: Homecroft Wealth

Draw 4 Jack Mitchell

Horse Age: 6

Weight: 9 2

Form: 341-531 D

TIMEFORM VIEW 12/1, won 12-runner handicap at Lingfield (6f, AW) 28 days ago by 1/2 length from Summerghand, leading 1f out and driven out. Clearly in top form but more on his plate here up 3lb. STAR RATINGHHHII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 100

6 THE X O (IRE) (28)

B c Zoffany (IRE) - Pivotal Era (Pivotal)

Owner: Mr G Smith- Bernal & Mr Anthony Verrier

Trainer: John Ryan, Newmarket

Breeder: Mrs Noreen Clibborn

Sponsor: Newsells Park Stud Limited

Draw 12 David Probert

Horse Age: 4

Weight: 9 1

Form: 320-640 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual AW winner who posted effort for some time when 1 1/2 lengths seventh of 12 to Chipstead in handicap at Lingfield (6f, AW) 28 days ago, keeping at it well given his early exertions. Needs to build on that now.

STAR RATINGHHIII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 99

7 ABERAMA GOLD (GB) (34)

B g Heeraat (IRE) - Nigella (Band On The Run)

Owner: Mr Evan M. Sutherland

Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Breeder: Mrs J. McMahon

Sponsor: Gain Equine Nutrition

Draw 14 Daniel Tudhope

Horse Age: 7

Weight: 9 0

Form: 00144-6 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart gelding who tasted success 5 times last year, notably Sky Bet Dash/Stewards’ Cup. Should come on for last month’s reappearance run in listed company at Southwell (5f) 5 weeks ago and better anticipated with usual visor back on.

STAR RATINGHHHII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 98

8 FIVETHOUSANDTOONE (IRE) (44)

B g Frankel - Promised Money (IRE) (Dark Angel (IRE))

Owner: King Power Racing Co Ltd

Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere

Breeder: Yeomanstown Stud

Sponsor: King Power International Co Ltd, King Power Racing Co Ltd

Draw 3 Oisin Murphy

Horse Age: 6

Weight: 9 0

Form: 6362-21 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner 9/4, gained reward for his consistency when winning 6-runner handicap at Kempton (6f) 44 days ago, by 3/4 length from Batal Dubai. Overall strike rate tempers enthusiasm in follow-up bid but he ought to give another good account. STAR RATINGHHHII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 98

9 SUMMERGHAND (IRE) (28)

B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Kate The Great (Xaar)

Owner: Mr Salem Rashid Bin Ghadayer

Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Breeder: Airlie Stud

Draw 6 Ben Robinson

Horse Age: 10

Weight: 8 12

Form: 004-052 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who added to his already impressive C.V when dead-heating with Albasheer at handicap at York (6f) last summer Efforts mixed in recent starts but best effort for a while from reduced mark when 1/2-length second of 12 to Chipstead in handicap at Lingfield (6f) 4 weeks ago. In the mix. STAR RATINGHHHHI OFFICIAL BHA RATING 96

10 MISTY GREY (IRE) (20)

Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Chinese White (IRE) (Dalakhani (IRE))

Owner: Barbara & Alick Richmond

Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Breeder: Skymarc Farm

Sponsor: Gain Equine Nutrition

Draw 5 Rossa Ryan

Horse Age: 7

Weight: 8 12

Form: 354-042 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Sixteen runs since last win in 2022 but come down in weights as a result and cemented good start for new yard when second of 6 in listed race at Wolverhampton (7.2f, 13/2) 20 days ago, running on. Not dismissed lightly. STAR RATINGHHHII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 96

11

APACHE OUTLAW (IRE) (7)

Ch g Churchill (IRE) - Focus of Attention (IRE) (Intense Focus (USA))(in 5lb ex)

Owner: DooleyThoroughbreds,JFairhurst,PRiley

Trainer: Adrian McGuinness, Ireland

Breeder: Whisperview Trading Ltd

NON-RUNNER

Draw 10 Non Runner

12 BATAL DUBAI (IRE) (28)

B c Profitable (IRE) - Sweet Sienna (Harbour Watch (IRE))

Owner: Middleham Park Racing LXIV & Partner

Trainer: Harry Charlton, Beckhampton

Breeder: Mrs Jean Brennan

Sponsor: Tattersalls

Horse Age: 4

Horse

Weight: 8 10

Form: 06231-1 D

TIMEFORM VIEW NON RUNNER. STAR RATINGIIIII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 89

Draw 9 Clifford Lee

Horse Age: 4

Weight: 8 9

Form: 341-323CD BF

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who showed improved form when adding to his tally at Chelmsford (6f) in October Solid efforts all 3 starts since, 1/2-length third of 12 to Chipstead in handicap at Lingfield (6f) 28 days ago, having not looked ideally suited by test of speed. Likely has an even bigger effort in him. STAR RATINGHHHHI OFFICIAL BHA RATING 93

13

BERGERAC (IRE) (14)

B g Kodi Bear (IRE) - Fancy Vivid (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))

Owner: Mrs Angie Bailey

Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton

Breeder: Mark & Caroline Hanly

Sponsor: K. A. Ryan Racing

Draw 1 Tom Eaves

Horse Age: 6

Weight: 8 9

Form: 211-055 C D

TIMEFORM VIEW Capitalised on much-reduced mark over 5f here in November and followed up from 5lb higher mark at Southwell (5f) a month later Not disgraced in 3 outings since the turn of the year but others come here with more pressing claims.

14 BILLYJOH (GB) (14)

Gr g Mayson - Goadby (Kodiac)

Owner: Cleartherm Glass Sealed Units Ltd

Trainer: Michael Appleby, Oakham

Breeder: Cleartherm Glass Sealed Units & J. Holt

Sponsor: Cleartherm Glass Sealed Units Ltd

STAR RATINGHHIII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 93

Draw 11 Frederick Larson (3)

Horse Age: 4

Weight: 8 7

Form: 41-4112 D Larson

TIMEFORM VIEW Yet another good advert for his yard, value for extra when winning handicaps at Southwell/ Chelmsford prior to a good second of 12 to Albasheer in handicap (8/1) at this course (5f) 14 days ago. Definite each-way claims returned to 6f.

15 SOLRAY (GB) (38)

STAR RATINGHHHII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 91

B c New Bay - Lait Au Chocolat (USA) (Sidney’s Candy (USA))

Owner: Mr Ahmad Alotaibi & Jane Chapple-Hyam

Trainer: Jane Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket

Breeder: Amber Byrne & New Bay Syndicate

Dr aw 15 Tyler Heard (3)

Horse Age: 4

Weight: 8 2

Form: 32151-3CD BF

TIMEFORM VIEW New Bay colt who gained a second C&D success in good style in December and possible he was inconvenienced by modest early tempo back from 11 weeks off when third of 8 back here in February. This his toughest ask yet but he remains low-mileage. STAR RATINGHHHII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 85

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 16 (EXACTA)

Blinkers worn by No. 1, 13. Visor worn by No. 7, 8, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5. 2023: DILIGENT HARRY 5 9 7 Kieran Shoemark 4-1 (Clive Cox) 11 ran

PLAY SMARTER

Betting Forecast:

11-2 Cover Up (IRE), 13-2 Albasheer (IRE), Batal Dubai (IRE), 10-1 Coachello (FR), Juan Les Pins (GB), 11-1 Fivethousandtoone (IRE), 14-1 Chipstead (GB), 16-1 Summerghand (IRE), Billyjoh (GB), 20-1 Solray (GB), 22-1 Aberama Gold (GB), Misty Grey (IRE), 33-1 Bergerac (IRE), 40-1 The X O (IRE), 50-1 Bonito Cavalo (GB)

Race Summary:

COVER UP continued his rapid rise up the ranks and made it 3-3 on all-weather when readily taking a 5f handicap here 5 weeks ago. The handicapper has reacted but he’s unlikely reached his limit on that evidence and he looks a sure-fire player again with the return to 6f holding no fears. Summerghand and Batal Dubai who finished 2-3 at Lingfield 4 weeks ago are others to consider, with Albasheer and Juan Les Pins just another couple to note in a fiendishly-competitive contest.

1-2-3: 1.COVER UP (IRE) 2.SUMMERGHAND (IRE) 3.BATAL DUBAI (IRE)

AWAY RACING FROM LINGFIELD PARK

Race 5 3.50

6f 1y

1 Apache Outlaw (IRE) 9-13

AdrianMcGuinness JamesJ.G.Ryan(5)

Form: 31-1, TFR:HHHHI

2 Intervention (GB) 9-9

MichaelAppleby CierenFallon

Form: 440, TFR:HHIII

3 Alligator Alley (GB) 9-9

DavidO’Meara JasonWatson

Form: 4-60, TFR:HHHII

4 Bosh (IRE) 9-9

RichardHannon SeanLevey

Form: 153, TFR:HHHHI

5 Exalted Angel (FR) 9-9

K.R.Burke ShaneGray

Form: 036, TFR:HHIII

6 Daamberdiplomat (IRE) 9-8

J.P.Murtagh JamesDoyle

Form: 31-3, TFR:HHHHI

7 Prince of Zenda (GB) 9-8

HugoPalmer ShaneFoley

Form: 6-11, TFR:HHHHH

8 Clearpoint (GB) 9-8

SimonHodgson WilliamCarver(3)

Form: 3-30, TFR:HHIII

9 Dream Today (IRE) 9-6

AdrianMcGuinness CianMacRedmond(3)

Form: 1-15, TFR:HHHII

10 How Impressive (IRE) 9-4

HugoPalmer BrandonWilkie(5)

Form: 121, TFR:HHHHI

11 Rousing Encore (IRE) 9-4

RichardFahey OisinOrr

Form: 1-40, TFR:HHIII

12

Sir Oliver (IRE) 9-2

ChrisDwyer HarryDavies

Form: 14-0, TFR:HHIII

Race 6 4.25

7f 1y

1 Premiere Beauty (GB) 10-2

StuartWilliams CierenFallon

Form: 130, TFR:HHHII

2 Epsom Faithfull (GB) 10-1

PatPhelan PaddyBradley(3)

Form: 110, TFR:HHHII

3 Cinque Verde (GB) 10-0

TonyCarroll JackDoughty(7)

Form: 111, TFR:HHHII

4 Quandary (GB) 10-0

EdwardBethell HarrisonShaw

Form: 232, TFR:HHHII

5 Incrimination (IRE) 9-12

ConradAllen SeanLevey

Form: 433, TFR:HHHII

6 Algheed (IRE) 9-11

MarkLoughnane JamesDoyle

Form: 324, TFR:HHHII

7 Little Keilee (IRE) 9-10

CiaranMurphy JosephSheridan

Form: 536, TFR:HHHII

8 Granary Queen (IRE) 9-9

EveJohnsonHoughton GeorgiaDobie(3)

Form: 314-, TFR:HHHII

9 Raknah (IRE) 9-2

MrsJ.Harrington ShaneFoley

Form: 021-, TFR:HHHII

10 Intoxicata (FR) 9-1

EdDunlop SaffieOsborne

Form: 031, TFR:HHHII

11 Twirler (GB) 8-9

CharlieFellowes HarryDavies

Form: 311, TFR:HHHHH

12 Colour Code (IRE) 8-8

LindaPerratt EthanJones(7)

Form: 250, TFR:HIIII

13 Blue Virtue (IRE) 8-7

RogerVarian FrannyNorton

Form: 232, TFR:HHHII

14 Sighter (GB) 8-4

RichardHannon GregCheyne

Form: 631, TFR:HHHHI

START

RACE DISTANCE: 1M 2F 42Y

PRIZE MONEY: £200,000

MIDDLE DISTANCE CHAMPIONSHIPS

SPONSORED BY

Penzance, who is seeking a fifth straight win, has a £75,000 bonus in his sights as a result of his AWC Finals Day victories at Newcastle and Lingfield Park.

Storm Catcher, who was beaten a short-head by Penzance at Newcastle, has been kept fresh since scoring at Wolverhampton on his next start and receives a 5lb pull in the weights.

Oh So Grand has been the leading middle-distance filly this season with three consecutive handicap victories, culminating with a powerpacked display in the BetMGM Winter Oaks at Lingfield Park.

Irish challenger Elegant Man looks full of promise after winning two of his three career starts, with multiple G1 winner Rebel’s Romance the only horse to have had his measure so far.

NAME: Penzance

AGE: 4

OWNER: The Horse Watchers 5

TRAINER: Michael Appleby

NAME: Storm Catcher

AGE: 6

OWNER: Nigel Hanger & Eric Jones

TRAINER: Simon Pearce

NAME: Tyrrhenian Sea

AGE: 6

OWNER: Flaxman Stables Ireland Ltd

TRAINER: Roger Varian

4:10PM-SIXTH RACE

ONE MILE, TWO FURLONGS AND 42 YARDS

THE BETUK ALL-WEATHER EASTER CLASSIC MIDDLE DISTANCE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)

Total prize fund £200000. Owners Prize Money. Winner £81260; Second £40640; Third £20320; Fourth £10160; Fifth £5080; Sixth £2540. (Penalty Value £103080) 5 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS

See page 63 for conditions of this race.

No Horse Draw Jockey

1 ELEGANT MAN (USA) (63)

Br c Arrogate (USA) - Her Smile (USA) (Include (USA))

Owner: Amo Racing Limited

Trainer: Adrian Murray, Ireland

Breeder: Katierich Farms

Sponsor: Sports Invest UK Ltd

Draw 14 David Egan

Horse Age: 4

Weight: 9 12

Form: 12-1

TIMEFORM VIEW Low-mileage 4-y-o who is bred to be smart and took another step forward to make it 2 wins from 3 starts in 7-runner minor event (4/7) at Dundalk (10.7f) 63 days ago, impressive despite still looking green. Highly likely there’s more to come and respected on handicap debut. STAR RATINGHHHHI OFFICIAL BHA RATING 108

2 HOOKING (GB) (47)

B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Quanzhou (FR) (Dubawi (IRE))

Owner: Ecurie Griezmann

Trainer: P. Decouz, France

Breeder: Haras de la Perelle

Draw 10 Aurelien Lemaitre

Horse Age: 8

Weight: 9 10

Form: 5242-11 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart French performer who has enhanced his excellent strike rate at Cagnes-Sur-Mer in recent months, registering back-to-back victories at listed level. Return to this longer trip will hold no fears with cheekpieces again fitted.

STAR RATINGHHHII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 106

3 BASE NOTE (GB) (28)

B g Shamardal (USA) - Fragrancy (IRE) (Singspiel (IRE))

Owner: Mr Mohammed Al Nabouda

Trainer: Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket

Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

Draw 5 Harry Burns (3)

Horse Age: 5

Weight: 9 9

Form: 2132-50 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Chelmsford (10f) in November 8/1, creditable 3 1/4 lengths seventh of 12 to Penzance in handicap at Lingfield (10f, AW) 28 days ago, needing stronger gallop. Still, may find a few too good again here.

STAR RATINGHHIII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 105

4 CLAYMORE (FR) (34)

B h New Bay - Brit Wit (High Chaparral (IRE))

Owner: Mrs Mary Slack

Trainer: Jane Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket

Breeder: Mr Guenther Schmidt

Draw 4 Dylan Browne McMonagle

Horse Age: 5

Weight: 9 9

Form: 6052-64 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful horse who ran respectably when fourth of 6 to Military Order in Winter Derby at Southwell (11.1f, 25/1) 34 days ago, albeit better placed than most. Others make more appeal making handicap debut.

STAR RATINGHHIII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 105

5 TEUMESSIAS FOX (IRE) (62)

Ch g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Princess Serena (USA) (Unbridled’s Song (USA))

Owner: King Power Racing Co Ltd

Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere

Breeder: Roundhill Stud

Sponsor: King Power International Co Ltd, King Power Racing Co Ltd

Draw 6 Oisin Murphy

Horse Age: 5

Weight: 9 9

Form: 4455-51 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Career best when winning 9-runner handicap at Kempton (12f, 4/1) 62 days ago, quicken clear impressively. Remains pretty low-mileage on artificial surfaces and manner of latest success suggests he could do better again on AW

STAR RATINGHHHII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 105

6 BLANCHLAND (IRE) (89)

B c Farhh - Examinee (GER) (Monsun (GER))

Owner: Mr P. W. Harris

Trainer: Jane Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket

Breeder: Clearwater Stud

Sponsor: Tote

Draw 13 Rossa Ryan

Horse Age: 4

Weight: 9 9

Form: 061443- C

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart colt who is 2-2 here, latterly when landing 12.5f handicap in October Respectable efforts since, 1-length third of 8 to Tyrrhenian Sea inlistedraceatLingfield(10f,AW)89daysago,verymuchhavingrunofrace.Notdiscountedforallthetripmaybeontheshortsideforhimnow STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 31/12/2023 it was reported that the horse jumped right-handed. STAR RATINGHHHII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 105

7 FREESCAPE (GB) (21)

Ch g Cityscape - Careless Freedom (Bertolini (USA))

Owner: City Equine Syndicate/McGettigans

Trainer: David Marnane, Ireland

Breeder: Overbury Stallions Ltd

Horse Age: 9

Weight: 9 6

Form: 301-332

Draw 7 Luke McAteer

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Dundalk (10.7f) in December 9/2, respectable second of 6 in minor event back at that venue (1m) 21 days ago. Back up in trip now and he may find a few too good from this mark.

STAR RATINGHHIII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 102

8 SIR BUSKER (IRE) (20)

B g Sir Prancealot (IRE) - Street Kitty (IRE) (Tiger Hill (IRE))

Owner: Kennet Valley Syndicates XI Racing

Trainer: William Knight, Newmarket

Breeder: Ms Ann Foley

Sponsor: Offbeat Safaris Holdings Ltd

Draw 12 Daniel Tudhope

Horse Age: 8

Weight: 9 6

Form: 002-346 C D

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart performer who is winless since landing Group 2 York Stakes in 2022. Running respectably on AW in recent months though, sixth of 11 in Lincoln Trial at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 20 days ago, running on. Should give another good account.

9 DIDEROT (GB) (28)

Br g Bated Breath - Modern Look (Zamindar (USA))

Owner: Owners Group 091

Trainer: James Ferguson, Newmarket

Breeder: Juddmonte Farms Ltd

Sponsor: Owners Group

STAR RATINGHHHII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 102

Draw 11 Rob Hornby

Horse Age: 6

Weight: 9 4

Form: 1001-35 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Chelmsford City in December 12/1, creditable 2 3/4 lengths fifth of 12 to Penzance in handicap at Lingfield (10f, AW) 28 days ago, no extra final 100 yds. A little more needed from this career-high mark on that evidence.

10

STAR RATINGHHHII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 100

STORM CATCHER (IRE) (55)

B g Vadamos (FR) - Next Life (Oasis Dream)

Owner: Nigel Hanger & Eric Jones

Trainer: Simon Pearce, Newmarket

Breeder: Mr Andreas Putsch

Sponsor: Tote

Draw 9 David Probert

Horse Age: 6

Weight: 9 3

Form: 0412-21 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Likeable sort who was edged out on the post by Penzance over C&D on his penultimate start and deservedly back to winning ways when landing 6-runner handicap at Wolverhampton (9.5f) 55 days ago. Looks sure to give another good account nudged up 2lb. STAR RATINGHHHHI OFFICIAL BHA RATING 99

11 PENZANCE (GB) (28)

Gr g Wootton Bassett - Iromea (IRE) (Dansili)

Owner: The Horse Watchers 5

Trainer: Michael Appleby, Oakham

Breeder: Newsells Park Stud

Sponsor: Timeform

Draw 3 Alistair Rawlinson

Horse Age: 4

Weight: 9 2

Form: 0411-11 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW 4-y-o who has progressed at a rate of knots on AW, supplementing his C&D success on New Year’s Day with an authoritative victory at Lingfield (10f) 4 weeks ago. 6lb rise looks fair on that evidence and he looks a big player in bid to land the 5-timer

STAR RATINGHHHHH OFFICIAL BHA RATING 98

12 STAR HARBOUR (IRE) (21)

B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Sioduil (IRE) (Oasis Dream)

Owner: Total Recall Racing Club

Trainer: Adrian McGuinness, Ireland

Breeder: Mrs Jacqueline Norris

Draw 8 Adam Caffrey (3)

Horse Age: 6

Weight: 9 1

Form: 120-462 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Bellewstown in September and best since the turn of the year when second of 9 in handicap at Dundalk (12f, 11/1) 21 days ago. May find some less exposed rivals too good back down in trip, however

STAR RATINGHHHII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 97

13

OH SO GRAND (GB) (69)

B f Postponed (IRE) - Lady Zonda (Lion Cavern (USA))

Owner: Mr Mohammed Al Nabouda

Trainer: Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket

Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

Draw 1 Jack Mitchell

Horse Age: 4 Weight: 9 1

Form: 13211-1 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Upwardly mobile filly who resumed winning ways over C&D in October and won both subsequent starts, including Winter Oaks handicap in January, showing a most impressive turn of foot. Unlikely she’s reached her limit on that evidence and high on shortlist. STAR RATINGHHHHI OFFICIAL BHA RATING 97

14

ONESMOOTHOPERATOR (USA) (19)

Br g Dialed In (USA) - Sueno d’Oro (USA) (Medaglia d’Oro (USA))

Owner: Mr P. Boyle

Trainer: Brian Ellison, Malton

Breeder: Triple D Partners Llc

Sponsor: Brian Ellison Racing Limited

Draw 2 Ben Robinson

Horse Age: 6

Weight: 8 11

Form: 513-642 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Found the switch to this venue firmly in his favour when landing November Handicap and bee in good order of late, conceding first run but keeping on well for second at Southwell (12f) 3 weeks ago. Return to this shorter trip may not be ideal in what is an ultra-competitive affair, though. STAR RATINGHHHII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 93

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 15 (EXACTA)

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2. Hood worn by No. 9. Visor worn by No. 3, 8, 12. 2023: NOTRE BELLE BETE 5 9 7 Oisin Murphy 9-4 (Andrew Balding) 6 ran

PLAY SMARTER

Betting Forecast:

4-1 Oh So Grand (GB), 9-2 Penzance (GB), 9-1 Elegant Man (USA), 10-1 To Catch A Thief (GB), 11-1 Teumessias Fox (IRE), 16-1 Blanchland (IRE), Storm Catcher (IRE), 18-1 Hooking (GB), 22-1 Sir Busker (IRE), Star Harbour (IRE), 25-1 Claymore (FR), 33-1 Freescape (GB), Diderot (GB), Onesmoothoperator (USA), 50-1 Base Note (GB)

Race Summary:

A smashing contest with a host of improving/in-form sorts in opposition with the percentage call in favour of PENZANCE. The 4-y-o has progressed at a rate of knots since joining Mick Appleby and there’s highly likely even more to come judged on his authoritative success at Lingfield 4 weeks ago. Dangers aplenty are headed up by another impressive sort in the shape of Oh So Grand, To Catch A Thief and Elegant Man. Storm Catcher is also respected of the older brigade.

1-2-3:

1.PENZANCE 2.OH SO GRAND 3.TO CATCH A THIEF FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free

AWAY RACING FROM LINGFIELD PARK

Race 7 5.00

6f 1y

1 World of Darcy (IRE) 9-9

JohnRyan DarraghKeenan

Form: 500, TFR:HHIII

2 Balon d’Or (GB) 9-8

HugoPalmer HarryDavies

Form: 430 TFR:HHIII

3 Torvar (IRE) 9-7

DavidO’Meara JasonWatson

Form: 113 TFR:HHHII

4 Pandora’s Gift (IRE) 9-7

StuartWilliams SeanLevey

Form: 21-1, TFR:HHHHH

5 Reprised (GB) 9-6

LindaPerratt OisinOrr

Form: 42-1, TFR:HHHHI

6 Macanudo (IRE) 9-4

IanWilliams CierenFallon

Form: 410, TFR:HHIII

7 Artistic Mission (GB) 9-3

K.R.Burke ShaneGray

Form: 2-22, TFR:HHHII

8 Aidan Andabettin (GB) 9-1

RichardSpencer JamesDoyle

Form: 4-15, TFR:HHIII

9 Mart (GB) 9-0

DylanCunha RhysClutterbuck

Form: 31-5, TFR:HHIII

10 Khamsin (USA) 8-8

DavidSimcock SaffieOsborne

Form: 446, TFR:HHHII

11 Milliethemollie (IRE) 8-7

TonyCarroll FrannyNorton

Form: 041-, TFR:HHHII

12 Hearitfortheboys (IRE) 8-6

TonyCarroll JackDoughty(7)

Form: 032, TFR:HHHHI

START

RACE DISTANCE: 1M 5Y

PRIZE MONEY: £150,000

MILE CHAMPIONSHIPS

SPONSORED BY

Dear My Friend is in with a chance of a £75,000 bonus courtesy of his dominant AWC Trials Day wins at Newcastle and Lingfield Park.

Symbol Of Light and Fantastic Fox caught the eye as they filled the places behind Dear My Friend at Newcastle and both horses are significantly better off at the weights this time.

Irish representative Final Voyage looks to reverse form with Kingdom Come after the duo were separated by a head in the BetMGM Lincoln Trial at Wolverhampton last time out.

French raider Fast Raaj is a dual G3 scorer on turf and also excels on the all-weather, with his most recent win at Chantilly his seventh from 12 starts on an artificial surface.

NAME: Dear My Friend

AGE: 4

OWNER: Middleham Park Racing

XXV & Michael Lai

TRAINER: Charlie Johnston

NAME: Kingdom Come

AGE: 5

OWNER: China Horse Club International Ltd

TRAINER: Clive Cox

NAME: Fantastic Fox

AGE: 6

OWNER: King Power Racing Co Ltd

TRAINER: Roger Varian

THE BETMGM ALL-WEATHER CHAMPIONSHIPS

MILE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)

Total prize fund £150000. Owners Prize Money. Winner £60945; Second £30480; Third £15240; Fourth £7620; Fifth £3810; Sixth £1905. (Penalty Value £77310) 2 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS See page 63 for conditions of this race.

No Horse Draw Jockey

1 DEAR MY FRIEND (GB) (28)

Ch g Pivotal - Dusty Red (Teofilo (IRE))

Owner: Middleham Park Racing XXV & Michael Lai

Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham

Breeder: Bartlett, Beever & Cheveley Park Stud

Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd

Draw 4 Joe Fanning

Horse Age: 4

Weight: 10 1

Form: 000-111 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Unbeaten on AW (2-2 here) and improved again following wind op/gelded, successful over C&D on New Year’s Day and impressive in landing back-to-back contests at Lingfield (1m) since. Big player despite career-high mark to contend with. STAR RATINGHHHHH OFFICIAL BHA RATING 113

2 FAST RAAJ (FR) (21)

B g Iffraaj - Interesting (IRE) (Raven’s Pass (USA))

Owner: Mr Alain Jathiere

Trainer: Y. Barberot, France

Breeder: Haras D’Etreham, Riviera Equine S.A.R.L.

Draw 6 Alexis Pouchin

Horse Age: 6

Weight: 9 12

Form: 0015-21 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart French performer who was a good second at listed level in February and built on that when landing 6-runner minor event at Chantilly (8f) 21 days ago. Interesting he takes his chance here boasting a very good record on synthetics. STAR RATINGHHHHI OFFICIAL BHA RATING 110

3 KINGDOM COME (IRE) (20)

B g Kingman - Monami (GER) (Sholokhov (IRE))

Owner: China Horse Club International Limited

Trainer: Clive Cox, Hungerford

Breeder: Gestut Etzean

Horse Age: 5

Weight: 9 5

Form: 403-231

Draw 12 Rossa Ryan

TIMEFORM VIEW Low-mileage 5-y-o who confirmed promise of his run behind Dear My Friend when running out a good winner of the Lincoln Trial at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 3 weeks ago, leading last 1/2f and keeping on to repel Final Voyage. Respected for all he does need to brush up his starting. STAR RATINGHHHII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 103

4 TEMPUS (GB) (47)

B g Kingman - Passage of Time (Dansili)

Owner: Hambleton Racing Ltd XXXI and Partner

Trainer: Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn

Breeder: Juddmonte Farms Ltd

Sponsor: Hambleton Racing Ltd

Draw 2 Luke Morris

Horse Age: 8

Weight: 9 4

Form: 4502-45 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Seven wins from 24 Flat runs. 45/10, 3 1/2 lengths fifth of 7 to Hooking in listed race at Cagnes-Sur-Mer (8f) 47 days ago, weakening final 1f. Previous C&D fourth behind Dear My Friend was a creditable effort and the handicapper has relinquished his grip ahead of this. STAR RATINGHHHII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 102

5 SYMBOL OF LIGHT (GB) (51)

Br g Shamardal (USA) - Pure Diamond (Street Cry (IRE))

Owner: Mr Martin Hughes

Trainer: Julie Camacho, Malton

Breeder: Godolphin

Sponsor: Old Oak Holdings Ltd

Draw 5 Ryan Sexton

Horse Age: 5

Weight: 9 0

Form: 1/453-22 D BF

TIMEFORM VIEW :Lightly raced for his age and ran a cracker when second off level weights to Dear My Friend over C&D on New Year’s Day. Good second despite steady gallop not helping at Kempton has followed and he’s firmly on the shortlist here. STAR RATINGHHHHI OFFICIAL BHA RATING 98

6 FANTASTIC FOX (GB) (69)

Ch g Frankel - Vasilia (Dansili)

Owner: King Power Racing Co Ltd

Trainer: Roger Varian, Newmarket

Breeder: Mr V. I. Araci

Sponsor: King Power International Co Ltd, King Power Racing Co Ltd

Draw 3 Oisin Murphy

Horse Age: 6

Weight: 8 13

Form: 5114-31 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Won 12-runner handicap at Lingfield (8f, AW, 6/1) 69 days ago by 1/2 length from Talis Evolvere. Should give another good account. STAR RATINGHHHHI OFFICIAL BHA RATING 97

7 TALIS EVOLVERE (IRE) (28)

B g Awtaad (IRE) - My Henrietta (USA) (Henrythenavigator (USA))

Owner: Mrs B. Austin & Partner

Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough

Breeder: Lynn Lodge Stud & Pier House Stud

Draw 7 Joe Leavy (5)

Horse Age: 4

Weight: 8 10

Form: 212-120 D

TIMEFORM VIEW 4-y-o who continued run of good form when scoring at Kempton (1m) in January prior to finishing good second behind Fantastic Fox at Lingfield later that month. Excuses when well beaten upped to 10f 4 weeks ago but revised mark demands more in any case back down to 1m. STEWARDS

NOTE: Following its run on 1/3/2024 it was reported that the horse made a respiratory noise. STAR RATINGHHHII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 94

8 FINAL VOYAGE (IRE) (20)

B g Camacho - Shamayel (Pivotal)

Owner: Racing Revolution

Trainer: J. P. Murtagh, Ireland

Breeder: Rossenarra Stud Bloodstock Ltd

Draw 11 David Probert

Horse Age: 6

Weight: 8 10

Form: 000-512 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Irish raider who built on more positive signs to beat a next-time-out winner at Dundalk (1m) in February and ran another solid race when chasing home Kingdom Come in Lincoln Trial at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 3 weeks ago. Respected up 1lb. STAR RATINGHHHHI OFFICIAL BHA RATING 94

9 KING’S CODE (GB) (20)

B g Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Polygon (USA) (Dynaformer (USA))

Owner: Eric Griffiths & P D Evans

Trainer: David Evans, Abergavenny

Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

Sponsor: Emma Evans Racing Ltd

Draw 10 Cam Hardie

Horse Age: 4

Weight: 8 9

Form: 1-63114 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Real success story for his yard, finding further progress when enhancing his excellent strike rate when winning 11-runner handicap at Kempton (1m) last month. Solid fourth in Lincoln Trial has followed and he looks sure to give another good account of himself. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 9/3/2024 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run. STAR RATINGHHHII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 93

10 ZEALOT (GB) (20)

B g Pivotal - Devotion (IRE) (Dylan Thomas (IRE))

Owner: The Horse Watchers 1

Trainer: Michael Appleby, Oakham

Breeder: Petches Farm Ltd

Sponsor: Timeform

Draw 14 David Egan

Horse Age: 6

Weight: 8 8

Form: 111-600 C D

TIMEFORM VIEW The all-weather success story of last winter, adding to his most impressive strike rate at Chelmsford (10f) 12 months ago. Operating below best in 3 starts since returning from an absence but assessor has given him a chance and return to this track will play to his strengths. STAR RATINGHHHII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 92

11 GREATGADIAN (GER) (16)

B g Siyouni (FR) - Goathemala (GER) (Black Sam Bellamy (IRE))

Owner: King Power Racing Co Ltd

Trainer: Roger Varian, Newmarket

Breeder: Stiftung Gestut Fahrhof

Sponsor: King Power International Co Ltd, King Power Racing Co Ltd

Draw 9 Aidan Keeley (3)

Horse Age: 6

Weight: 8 8

Form: 42-3622CD BF

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Creditable second of 6 in handicap at this C&D (11/8) 16 days ago, picked off close home having had a protracted duel with eventual third. Cheekpieces back on and sound each-way claims.

STAR RATINGHHHII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 92

12 TROPEZ POWER (IRE) (24)

B g Cotai Glory - Warm Welcome (Motivator)

Owner: Thistle and Rose racing

Trainer: John & Sean Quinn, Malton

Breeder: Michael McGlynn

Sponsor: JJ Quinn Racing Ltd

Draw 8 James Sullivan

Horse Age: 5

Weight: 8 5

Form: 226-054 D BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Three of his 4 career victories have come on AW and he again ran well when fourth of 10 in handicap at Southwell (1m) 24 days ago, typically travelling fluently. Cheekpieces on 1st time but suspicion he will find a couple too strong here.

STAR RATINGHHHII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 89

13

MASTER ZOFFANY (IRE) (41)

B g Zoffany (IRE) - Dufoof (IRE) (Shamardal (USA))

Owner: Let’s Go Racing 2

Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton

Breeder: Roundhill Stud

Sponsor: Racing People

Draw 1 Andrew Breslin (3)

Horse Age: 6

Weight: 8 5

Form: 541-600 C D

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner. Latest win over 7f here in December. However, operating below best in recent starts only seventh of 8 in handicap (16/1) at Wolverhampton (7.2f) 41 days ago. Needs a couple of these to falter STAR RATINGHHIII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 89

14 MCLEAN HOUSE (FR) (28)

Ch g Dream Ahead (USA) - Private Cashier (Leroidesanimaux (BRZ))

Owner: Mr Richard Wilmot-Smith

Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere

Breeder: Mr Richard Wilmot-Smith

Sponsor: Tote

Draw 13 Hayley Turner

Horse Age: 4

Weight: 8 4

Form: 51-0112 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Dream Ahead gelding who has built up a most impressive strike rate, bagging a fifth success at Lingfield (1m) last month. Lost little caste in defeat from 5lb higher mark behind Dear My Friend back there 4 weeks ago but any further progress is less obvious on the back of that. STEWARDS

NOTE: Following its run on 1/3/2024 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed. STAR RATINGHHHII OFFICIAL BHA RATING 88

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 14 (EXACTA)

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 10, 11. 2023: BERKSHIRE SHADOW 4 9 7 Oisin Murphy 7-4 (Andrew Balding) 6 ran

PLAY SMARTER

Betting Forecast:

4-1 Dear My Friend (GB), 7-1 Fast Raaj (FR), 8-1 Symbol of Light (GB), 10-1 Kingdom Come (IRE), 11-1 Fantastic Fox (GB), McLean House (FR), 14-1 Tempus (GB), Final Voyage (IRE), 16-1 King’s Code (GB), Greatgadian (GER), 22-1 Talis Evolvere (IRE), Tropez Power (IRE), 40-1 Master Zoffany (IRE), 50-1 Zealot (GB)

Race Summary:

DEAR MY FRIEND has done nothing but impress on all-weather since the turn of the year, producing a very smart display when maintaining his unbeaten record on synthetics at Lingfield 4 weeks ago, and he looks sure to make another bold bid on that evidence. Symbol of Light, runner-up both starts since the turn of the year, rates a big threat, with Final Voyage and Kingdom Come others to consider. French-raider Fast Raaj also needs factoring into things.

1-2-3:

1.DEAR MY FRIEND 2.SYMBOL OF LIGHT 3.FINAL VOYAGE (IRE)

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First Race 1.18 - THE BETMGM BURRADON STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £56710 to the winning horse The second to receive £21500, the third £10760, the fourth £5360, the fifth £2690 and the sixth £1350. for three yrs old only. Enter by noon, March 23rd and pay £500 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 27th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb Penalties, after August 31st, 2023, a winner of a Listed race 3lb Of a Pattern race 5lb. BETMGM have kindly sponsored this race and will present a Perpetual trophy and winning memento to the owner They will also present a winning memento to the trainer, jockey and member of racing staff who looks after the winning horse. A £100 best turned out prize will be awarded to the person who looks after the horse they judge to be the best turned out in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of BetMGM. The sponsorship payment of £250 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. This race is part of the European Road to the Kentucky Derby. See kentuckyderby.com/horses/prep-races for details. 10 entries at £500. - Closed March 23rd, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £44560; Second £18290; Third £9150; Fourth £4570; Fifth £2290; Sixth £1140. (Penalty Value £56710) A SS

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Second Race 1.53 - THE BETUK ALL-WEATHER CHAMPIONSHIPS MARATHON HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £77310 to the winning horse The second to receive £36255, the third £18135, the fourth £9060, the fifth £4530 and the sixth £2265. for four yrs old and upwards, which have run a minimum of three times from 17th October, 2023 to 22nd March, 2024 (inclusive) on the all-weather surfaces in Great Britain, Ireland and France; or twice on the all-weather surfaces in Great Britain, Ireland, France and once in Dubai at Meydan (dirt) or in Saudi Arabia at King Abdulaziz Racetrack (dirt). Enter by noon, March 23rd and pay £750 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 27th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 12lb Penalties, after March 16th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb NOTE: Any horse rated above 110 shall initially be treated as having that rating and the highest weight allotted shall be 9st 12lb. Subsequently, the excess over 110 in any rating shall be allotted to that horse without limitation to the highest weight to be carried.. BetUK have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. They will also present £100 to the member of racing staff who looks after the winning horse. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of BetUK. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. This race will be restricted to 14 runners plus two reserves. The two reserves will be nominated as R15 and R16. The procedure for the allocation and operation of the reserves protocol will be as detailed in the notice headed ‘Reserves’ which has been published in The Racing Calendar and which also appears in the important notices following the Standard Conditions on the Racing Bulletin area of the BHA Racing Administration Internet site www.racingadmin.co.uk. Trainers are reminded of the provisions of paragraph 41 of the Race Entry Code which require that they must notify the Racing Calendar Office immediately when the decision has been made not to run. This will maximise the list of runners. For full details, please see www.awchampionships.co.uk/take-part/championship-rules/ The British Horseracing Authority has modified the Declaration of Jockey section of the Race Entry Code and the Division of Races section of the Race Administration Code for the purposes of this race. PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 19 entries at £750. - Closed March 23rd, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £60945; Second £30480; Third £15240; Fourth £7620; Fifth £3810; Sixth £1905. (Penalty Value £77310) SS SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 2.25 - THE BETMGM ALL-WEATHER 3 YEAR OLD CHAMPIONSHIPS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £77310 to the winning horse The second to receive £36255, the third £18135, the fourth £9060, the fifth £4530 and the sixth £2265. for three yrs old only, which have run a minimum of three times from 17th October, 2023 to 22nd March, 2024 (inclusive) on the all-weather surfaces in Great Britain, Ireland and France; or twice on the all-weather surfaces in Great Britain, Ireland, France and once in Dubai at Meydan (dirt) or in Saudi Arabia at King Abdulaziz Racetrack (dirt). Enter by noon, March 23rd and pay £750 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 27th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 16th, 2024, for each race won 6lb NOTE: Any horse rated above 110 shall initially be treated as having that rating and the highest weight allotted shall be 9st 9lb. Subsequently, the excess over 110 in any rating shall be allotted to that horse without limitation to the highest weight to be carried.. BETMGM have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. They will also present £100 to the member of racing staff who looks after the winning horse. In addition, £100 cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the horse judged by them to be best turned out in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of BetMGM. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. This race will be restricted to 14 runners plus two reserves. The two reserves will be nominated as R15 and R16. The procedure for the allocation and operation of the reserves protocol will be as detailed in the notice headed ‘Reserves’ which has been published in The Racing Calendar and which also appears in the important notices following the Standard Conditions on the Racing Bulletin area of the BHA Racing Administration Internet site www.racingadmin.co.uk. Trainers are reminded of the provisions of paragraph 41 of the Race Entry Code which require that they must notify the Racing Calendar Office immediately when the decision has been made not to run. This will maximise the list of runners. For full details, please see www.awchampionships.co.uk/take-part/championship-rules/. The British Horseracing Authority has modified the Declaration of Jockey section of the Race Entry Code and the Division of Races section of the Race Administration Code for the purposes of this race. PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 14 entries at £750. - Closed March 23rd, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £60945; Second £30480; Third £15240; Fourth £7620; Fifth £3810; Sixth £1905. (Penalty Value £77310) SS

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Fourth Race 3.00 - THE BETMGM FILLIES’ AND MARES’ CHAMPIONSHIPS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £77310 to the winning horse The second to receive £36255, the third £18135, the fourth £9060, the fifth £4530 and the sixth £2265. for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which have run a minimum of three times from 17th October, 2023 to 22nd March, 2024 (inclusive) on the all-weather surfaces in Great Britain, Ireland and France; or twice on the all-weather surfaces in Great Britain, Ireland, France and once in Dubai at Meydan (dirt) or in Saudi Arabia at King Abdulaziz Racetrack (dirt). Enter by noon, March 23rd and pay £750 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 27th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 12lb Penalties, after March 16th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb NOTE: Any horse rated above 110 shall initially be treated as having that rating and the highest weight allotted shall be 9st 12lb. Subsequently, the excess over 110 in any rating shall be allotted to that horse without limitation to the highest weight to be carried.. BETMGM have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. They will also present £100 to the member of racing staff who looks after the winning horse. In addition, £100 cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the horse judged by them to be best turned out in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of BetMGM. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. This race will be restricted to 14 runners plus two reserves. The two reserves will be nominated as R15 and R16. The procedure for the allocation and operation of the reserves protocol will be as detailed in the notice headed ‘Reserves’ which has been published in The Racing Calendar and which also appears in the important notices following the Standard Conditions on the Racing Bulletin area of the BHA Racing Administration Internet site www.racingadmin.co.uk. Trainers are reminded of the provisions of paragraph 41 of the Race Entry Code which require that they must notify the Racing Calendar Office immediately when the decision has been made not to run. This will maximise the list of runners. For full details, please see www.awchampionships. co.uk/take-part/championship-rules/. The British Horseracing Authority has modified the Declaration of Jockey section of the Race Entry Code and the Division of Races section of the Race Administration Code for the purposes of this race. PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 10 entries at £750. - Closed March 23rd, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £60945; Second £30480; Third £15240; Fourth £7620; Fifth £3810; Sixth £1905. (Penalty Value £77310) SS

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Fifth Race 3.35 - THE BETUK ALL-WEATHER SPRINT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £77310 to the winning horse The second to receive £36255, the third £18135, the fourth £9060, the fifth £4530 and the sixth £2265. for four yrs old and upwards, which have run a minimum of three times from 17th October, 2023 to 22nd March, 2024 (inclusive) on the all-weather surfaces in Great Britain, Ireland and France; or twice on the all-weather surfaces in Great Britain, Ireland, France and once in Dubai at Meydan (dirt) or in Saudi Arabia at King Abdulaziz Racetrack (dirt). Enter by noon, March 23rd and pay £750 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 27th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 12lb Penalties, after March 16th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb NOTE: Any horse rated above 110 shall initially be treated as having that rating and the highest weight allotted shall be 9st 12lb. Subsequently, the excess over 110 in any rating shall be allotted to that horse without limitation to the highest weight to be carried.. BETUK have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. They will also present £100 to the member of racing staff who looks after the winning horse. In addition, £100 cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the horse judged by them to be best turned out in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of BETUK. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. This race will be restricted to 14 runners plus two reserves. The two reserves will be nominated as R15 and R16. The procedure for the allocation and operation of the reserves protocol will be as detailed in the notice headed ‘Reserves’ which has been published in The Racing Calendar and which also appears in the important notices following the Standard Conditions on the Racing Bulletin area of the BHA Racing Administration Internet site www.racingadmin.co.uk. Trainers are reminded of the provisions of paragraph 41 of the Race Entry Code which require that they must notify the Racing Calendar Office immediately when the decision has been made not to run. This will maximise the list of runners. For full details, please see www.awchampionships.co.uk/take-part/ championship-rules/. The British Horseracing Authority has modified the Declaration of Jockey section of the Race Entry Code and the Division of Races section of the Race Administration Code for the purposes of this race.

PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 21 entries at £750. - Closed March 23rd, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £60945; Second £30480; Third £15240; Fourth £7620; Fifth £3810; Sixth £1905. (Penalty Value £77310) 4 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS

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Sixth Race 4.10 - THE BETUK ALL-WEATHER EASTER CLASSIC MIDDLE DISTANCE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £103080 to the winning horse The second to receive £48340, the third £24180, the fourth £12080, the fifth £6040 and the sixth £3020. for four yrs old and upwards, which have run a minimum of three times from 17th October, 2023 to 22nd March, 2024 (inclusive) on the all-weather surfaces in Great Britain, Ireland and France; or twice on the all-weather surfaces in Great Britain, Ireland, France and once in Dubai at Meydan (dirt) or in Saudi Arabia at King Abdulaziz Racetrack (dirt). Enter by noon, March 23rd and pay £1000 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 27th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 12lb Penalties, after March 16th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb NOTE: Any horse rated above 110 shall initially be treated as having that rating and the highest weight allotted shall be 9st 12lb. Subsequently, the excess over 110 in any rating shall be allotted to that horse without limitation to the highest weight to be carried.. BetUK have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. They will also present £100 to the member of racing staff who looks after the winning horse. In addition, £100 cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the horse judged by them to be best turned out in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of BETUK. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. This race will be restricted to 14 runners plus two reserves. The two reserves will be nominated as R15 and R16. The procedure for the allocation and operation of the reserves protocol will be as detailed in the notice headed ‘Reserves’ which has been published in The Racing Calendar and which also appears in the important notices following the Standard Conditions on the Racing Bulletin area of the BHA Racing Administration Internet site www2.racingadmin.co.uk. Trainers are reminded of the provisions of paragraph 41 of the Race Entry Code which require that they must notify the Racing Calendar Office immediately when the decision has been made not to run. This will maximise the list of runners. For full details, please see www.awchampionships.co.uk/take-part/championship-rules/. The British Horseracing Authority has modified the Declaration of Jockey section of the Race Entry Code and the Division of Races section of the Race Administration Code for the purposes of this race. PLEASE

NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 17 entries at £1000. - Closed March 23rd, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £81260; Second £40640; Third £20320; Fourth £10160; Fifth £5080; Sixth £2540. (Penalty Value £103080) 5 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS

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Seventh Race 4.40 - THE BETMGM ALL-WEATHER CHAMPIONSHIPS MILE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £77310 to the winning horse The second to receive £36255, the third £18135, the fourth £9060, the fifth £4530 and the sixth £2265. for four yrs old and upwards, which have run a minimum of three times from 17th October 2023 to 22nd March, 2024 (inclusive) on the all-weather surfaces in Great Britain, Ireland and France; or twice on the all-weather surfaces in Great Britain, Ireland, France and once in Dubai at Meydan (dirt) or in Saudi Arabia at King Abdulaziz Racetrack (dirt). Enter by noon, March 23rd and pay £750 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 27th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 12lb Penalties, after March 16th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb NOTE: Any horse rated above 110 shall initially be treated as having that rating and the highest weight allotted shall be 9st 12lb. Subsequently, the excess over 110 in any rating shall be allotted to that horse without limitation to the highest weight to be carried.. BETMGM have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. They will also present £100 to the winning member of racing staff who looks after the winning horse. In addition, £100 cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the horse judged by them to be best turned out in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of BETMGM. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. This race will be restricted to 14 runners plus two reserves. The two reserves will be nominated as R15 and R16. The procedure for the allocation and operation of the reserves protocol will be as detailed in the notice headed ‘Reserves’ which has been published in The Racing Calendar and which also appears in the important notices following the Standard Conditions on the Racing Bulletin area of the BHA Racing Administration Internet site www.racingadmin.co.uk. Trainers are reminded of the provisions of paragraph 41 of the Race Entry Code which require that they must notify the Racing Calendar Office immediately when the decision has been made not to run. This will maximise the list of runners. For full details, please see www.awchampionships.co.uk/ take-part/championship-rules/. The British Horseracing Authority has modified the Declaration of Jockey section of the Race Entry Code and the Division of Races section of the Race Administration Code for the purposes of this race. PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 16 entries at £750. -

Closed March 23rd, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £60945; Second £30480; Third £15240; Fourth

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Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and

£7620; Fifth £3810; Sixth £1905. (Penalty Value £77310) 2

(I)10. SS

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