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SATURDAY 7 DECEMBER
(UNDER THE RULES OF RACING)
STEWARDS OF THE MEETING
GREG PEARSON (Chief Steward), CAROLINE WILSON (Stewards’ Panel Chair), MARGARET GROVES, GWEN THOMAS, GUY UPTON
STARTERS
MICHAEL SHERIDAN
SOPHIA UPTON
PHILLIP DENNIS
JUDGE
NICK BOSTOCK
CLERK OF THE SCALES
KARL CURRAN
VETERINARY OFFICER
ALICE BROWN
SENIOR VETERINARY
SURGEON
ANDREW MILLS
VETERINARY SURGEON
RICHARD STEPHENSON
SENIOR MEDICAL OFFICER
Dr STUART COWEN
MEDICAL OFFICER
Dr JAMES COLLINS
NURSE
HILARY BODEN
EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS
MICHAEL TURNER
JANE SOUTHAM
JEREMY WILLIS
MARTIN KNIGHT
COMMENTATOR
STUART MACHIN
BETTING RING MANAGER
KEVIN EVANS
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
DAVID IDESON
GENERAL MANAGER & DESIGNATED
SAFEGUARDING LEAD
ANTHONY GLEDHILL
CLERK OF THE COURSE
FERGUS CAMERON
RACEDAY
PHOTOGRAPHER
JONATHAN HIPKISS
CROSS COUNTER - making a winning debut in the 32Red.com EBF Novice Stakes here on 9th December 2017 Less than 12 months later, he became the first British-trained winner of the race that stops a nation - the prestigious Melbourne Cup.
jockeys silks
CD = course & distance winner horse’s name and birthplace saddlecloth number
form guide previous performances / = new season - = new year Bold type shows All Weather form
C = course winner
D = distance winner
draw age weight st-lb days since last ran
3 CROSS COUNTER (GB) (100) 11-11 CD
B c Teofilo (IRE) - Waitress (USA) Adam Kirby Godolphin Charlie Appleby, Newmarket Br Godolphin Emirates S
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 5. Teofilo colt. Dam, 6f/7f winner, half-sister to useful 1m winner Woven Lace out of very smart 5f/6f winner Do The Honours. One to note on debut TFR HHHHH BHA100
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor
Star Ratings Explained
Each horse is given a star rating, these are defined below:
HHHHH Selected to win the race HHHHI Good chance of being placed HHHII By no means without a chance
HHIII At least one or two hold stronger claims HIIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope IIIII Can be given little or no chance
OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS EXPLAINED
The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of races to enable the Handicappers to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability.
The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances).
The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in non-handicaps races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating
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FIRST RACE 4.30
ABOUT SIX FURLONGS [6F ABT 20YDS] FOR NOVICE TWO YRS OLD
THE BETMGM: IT’S SHOWTIME “CONFINED” RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (for horses in Bands C and D, have not run more than three times) (DIV I) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £6300 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £2688, 2nd £1344, 3rd £672, 4th £336. (Penalty Value £3402) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): D Evans (63 wins from 577 runners, 11%) runs DILIGENT MADAM TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Evans (2 wins from 14 runners, 14%) runs DILIGENT MADAM LONGEST TRAVELLER: SUNDIATA KEITA trained by R Fahey, Malton, 145 miles.
A repeat of the form SUNDIATA KEITA showed at Newcastle last time may be good enough for him to make it third time lucky. Sun Keeper is open to progress on the back of last month’s C&D debut and is second choice ahead of Echo of Glory.
1 ECHO OF GLORY (IRE) (17) 00
B c Invincible Army (IRE) - Ms Inkonia Hodd (IRE)
Diskovery XII
Richard Kingscote
Daniel & Claire Kubler, Lambourn
Br Morgan Ferris Tattersalls
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden 9/1, stepped up on debut when seventh of 11 in novice at Kempton (6f) 17 days ago. May do better again.
2 THE VOOMINATOR (GB) (24) 66
B c Kodiac - Voom Voom (IRE)
Alfa Site Services Ltd
TFRHHHII BHA-
9-7 (3)
Jason Hart
Craig Lidster, Easingwold
Br Little Park Farm Alfa Site Services Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden Sixth of 11 in maiden at Southwell (6f, 11/2) 24 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA-
3 LUCKY ESCAPE (IRE) (17) (2lb) 60
Ch g Dandy Man (IRE) - Havanaclue (IRE)
Dare To Dream Racing
9-5 (1)
Rhys Clutterbuck
Michael Attwater, Epsom
Br Joseph Murphy daretodreamracing.co.uk
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden 50/1, ninth of 11 in novice at Kempton (6f) 17 days ago.
4 SUNDIATA KEITA (IRE) (14) (2lb) 53 BF
B c Sands of Mali (FR) - Excel Yourself (IRE)
The Cool Silk Partnership
TFRHHIII BHA-
9-5 (7)
James Sullivan
Richard Fahey, Malton
Br Michael O’Mahony Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden Stepped up on debut when close third of 7 in maiden (5/4) at Newcastle (6f) 14 days ago. Sets the standard TFRHHHHH BHA-
5 SUN KEEPER (GB) (19) 6
9-2 (8)
Gr f Havana Grey - Azeyma Kieran O’Neill
Middleham Park Racing, A Haynes
Br Lucy & Rachel Beswick
Alice Haynes, Newmarket
Middleham Park Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Promising type 13/2, sixth of 9 in C&D novice on debut 19 days ago. Open to improvement TFRHHHHI BHA-
6 CHAMPAGNE BELLE (GB) (-) (2lb)
B f Time Test - Petit Bay
Champagne Boys
9-0 (6)
Trevor Whelan
Sir Mark Todd, Swindon
Br Bobby Allan Mark Todd Collection
TIMEFORMVIEW Time Test filly. Dam 1 1/4m/11f winner Bred for longer trips but still worth a precautionary betting check. TFRHHHII BHA-
7 DILIGENT MADAM (GB) (3) (2lb) 0
B f Due Diligence (USA) - Madam Mojito (USA)
Mr R Kent & Partner 1
Br Fraser Kent & Nell Kent
9-0 (4)
Charles Bishop
David Evans, Abergavenny
Emma Evans Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW 150/1, eleventh of 12 in novice at Kempton (6f) on debut 3 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA-
8 NICK OF TIME (GB) (23) (2lb) 00 9-0 (9)
B f Time Test - My Sister Jo Hector Crouch
The Raceology Partnership
Michael Bell, Newmarket
Br Tactful Finance Limited Tattersalls
TIMEFORM VIEW Big prices and down the field both starts TFRHHIII BHA-
9 POLK SALAD ANNIE (GB) (26) (2lb) 0 9-0 (5)
B f Time Test - Principia
Steve Chick
Br Elusive Bloodstock & The Slater Family
Joe Leavy (3)
James Evans, Kinnersley
The Little Jet Company Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW 100/1, eleventh of 12 in C&D maiden on debut 26 days ago, very slowly away TFRHIIII BHA-
2023: LION’S HOUSE 2 9 10 David Egan 4-7 (Roger Varian) 9 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Hood worn by No. 1.
Stewards Note:
POLK SALAD ANNIE: Following its run on 11/11/2024 it was reported that the horse was slowly away and ran green.
Probable S.P’s: 5-4 Sundiata Keita (IRE), 3-1 Sun Keeper (GB), 7-1 Echo of Glory (IRE), 8-1 The Voominator (GB), 18-1 Champagne Belle (GB), 33-1 Lucky Escape (IRE), 50-1 Diligent Madam (GB), 150-1 Nick of Time (GB), 200-1 Polk Salad Annie (GB)
7f 36y: Outside, Remainder: Inside
SECOND RACE 5.00
ABOUT SIX FURLONGS [6F ABT 20YDS] FOR NOVICE TWO YRS OLD
THE BETMGM: IT’S SHOWTIME “CONFINED” RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (for horses in Bands C and D, have not run more than three times) (DIV II) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £6300 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £2688, 2nd £1344, 3rd £672, 4th £336. (Penalty Value £3402) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): T Carroll (87 wins from 985 runners, 9%) runs RYE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Carroll (3 wins from 22 runners, 14%) runs RYE LONGEST TRAVELLER: PIPKIN trained by S Kittow, Cullompton, 149 miles.
SUNLIT UPLANDS caught the eye finishing with a flourish under just hands-andheels riding on her Chelmsford debut and looks the way to go with improvement on the cards Trouble Man and Soldiers Star are considered the main threats.
1 DOVEY MOON (GB) (43) 00
B g Massaat (IRE) - Song To The Moon (IRE)
Jordan Williams (5)
Mr R. Kent David Evans, Abergavenny
Br Mickley Stud & Mr Tony Jones Emma Evans Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Little show in novice event/maiden TFRHIIII BHA-
2 MASSIMO BLUE (GB) (17) 5 9-7 (3)
B g Territories (IRE) - Sinaadi (IRE)
Racefield Racing Club
Br Longview Stud & Bloodstock Ltd
Luke Morris
Phil McEntee, Newmarket
TIMEFORM VIEW Sent off at 50/1 but offered a bit to work on when fifth of 11 in novice at Kempton (6f) on debut 17 days ago, unable to sustain effort May do better
3 PANAMA BLACK (IRE) (66) 00
B c Tamayuz - Positive Vibration (IRE)
Mr B. J. Meehan
TFRHHHII BHA-
9-7 (4)
Sean Levey
Brian Meehan, Manton
Br Ringfort Stud Ltd Sirecam Europe
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden Tenth of 11 in novice at Kempton (6f, 33/1) 66 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA-
4 SOLDIERS STAR (IRE) (21) 2
B c Soldier’s Call - Serengo (IRE)
Roudee Racing 12
9-7 (1)
Jason Hart
Hugo Palmer, Malpas
Br John Hutchinson Roudee Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a promising start to his career when second of 7 in 6f novice at Newcastle 21 days ago, slowly away Open to progress. TFRHHHHI BHA-
5 TROUBLE MAN (IRE) (24) 2
B g Profitable (IRE) - Ma Bella Paola (FR)
Longchamp Racing
Br Mattock Stud
9-7 (9)
Marco Ghiani
Jane Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed plenty to work on first time up when second of 11 in maiden at Southwell (6.1f) 24 days ago. Likely to improve
6 GOLDRUSH GLORY (FR) (-) (2lb)
Ch g Golden Horde (IRE) - Idle Tears
Mr David Lestrange and Partner
Br E.A.R.L Applewood Stud
TFRHHHHI BHA-
9-5 (6)
Cam Hardie
Richard Fahey, Malton
Richard Fahey Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 3. €16,000 yearling, Golden Horde gelding. Half-brother to several winners, including 1 1/2m winner Majorette and 12.4f winner Invernata. In good hands and would enter the reckoning if supported. TFRHHHII BHA-
7 RYE (GB) (17) 02
B f Massaat (IRE) - Get Even
9-2 (2)
Jack Doughty (3) Williams & Partners
Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Br Mickley Stud racehorse-ownership.com
TIMEFORMVIEW Showed more than on debut when second of 8 in novice at Kempton (6f) 17 days ago, needing stiffer test Possibly more one for handicaps after this.
TFRHHHII BHA-
Ch f Mayson - Perfect Muse Kieran O’Neill
Mr R. J. Vines Stuart Kittow, Cullompton
Br R. J. Vines
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled May 9. Mayson filly. Half-sister to 3 winners, including 7f winner Chalk Mountain and 2-y-o 6f winner Malvern Dam 5f winner TFRHHIII BHA-
9 SUNLIT UPLANDS (IRE) (37) (2lb) 2 9-0 (7)
B f Sands of Mali (FR) - Illico
Hector Crouch
Mr Rae Guest Rae Guest, Newmarket
Br Prospect Stables Keystone Law TIMEFORMVIEWWell backed and shaped best when second of 11 in maiden at Chelmsford City (6f, 8/1) on debut 37 days ago, finishing strongly Sure to improve and has to be considered the one to beat TFRHHHHH BHA-
Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Sunlit Uplands (IRE), 4-1 Soldiers Star (IRE), 9-2 Trouble Man (IRE), 8-1 Goldrush Glory (FR), 12-1 Rye (GB), 18-1 Massimo Blue (GB), 28-1 Panama Black (IRE), 40-1 Pipkin (GB), 150-1 Dovey Moon (GB)
GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME
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All ARC Tracks operate dedicated and exclusive syndicate lounge facilities on racedays. The Great British Bonus (GBB) offers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per eligible race for British-bred fillies and mares
DJ AFTER RACING
OUR RESIDENT DJ WILL BE PLAYING IN RINGSIDE FROM 7:30PM IN-BETWEEN RACES, AND THEN FOR AN HOUR AFTER THE LAST RACE.
THIRD RACE 5.30
ONE MILE, ONE FURLONG ABOUT 104 YARDS [9F ABT 104YDS] FOR NOVICE TWO YRS OLD THE BEST ODDS GUARANTEED AT BETMGM EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB
RACE)
Total prize fund £6300 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £2688, 2nd £1344, 3rd £672, 4th £336. (Penalty Value £3402) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): D M Loughnane (75 wins from 699 runners, 11%) runs AROOF TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): C Johnston (2 wins from 17 runners, 12%) runs ZABEEL RAIN LONGEST TRAVELLER: ZABEEL RAIN trained by C Johnston, Middleham, 140 miles.
EDGE OFTHE UNKNOWN made a winning start at Newcastle last month and with progress very much on the cards she can make light of a 7lb penalty. Ollie Sangster’s Kentucky River could emerge as the main danger if, as expected, building on his debut Chelmsford fifth, with Perfect Life and Arundel appealing as the pick of the remainder
1.EDGE OFTHE UNKNOWN (USA) 2.KENTUCKY RIVER (IRE) 3.PERFECT LIFE (IRE)
1
B c Quality Road (USA) - Nefertiti (IRE)
Flaxman Stables Ireland Ltd
Br Flaxman Holdings Limited
Daniel Muscutt
George Boughey, Newmarket
TIMEFORMVIEW Promising Quality Road colt who readily landed 12-runner novice at Newcastle (8f) on his debut 30 days ago. Should have more to offer so holds leading claims. TFRHHHHH BHA-
2
Ch g Tasleet - Emperatriz
P&H Moorhead, J Collins and S Piper
Hayley Turner
Jamie Osborne, Upper Lambourn
Br D. R. Botterill & E. Boumans Homecroft Wealth
TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden 22/1, sixth of 10 in maiden at Lingfield (6f, good to firm). Off 158 days/gelded. Significantly up in trip TFRHHIII BHA-
3 AROOF (IRE) (21) 06 9-4 (3)
B c Kodiac - Alwaysandforever (IRE)
Precision Facades Ltd
Br Mr M Enright
Jonny Peate
Mark Loughnane, Kidderminster
Precision Facades Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden Sixth of 9 in maiden at this course (8 6f, 100/1) 21 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA-
4 ARUNDEL (IRE) (-)
B c Make Believe - Carol (IRE)
9-4 (4)
Hector Crouch
Mrs Edward Dunlop Ed Dunlop, Newmarket
Br Windflower Overseas Holdings Inc
My Pension Expert
TIMEFORMVIEWFoaled April 3. 1,000 gns yearling, Make Believe colt. Half-brother to useful 1 1/2m/13f winner Birdman and 2-y-o 6f-7f winner Manhattanville Dam 1m winner who stayed 1 1/4m Market can guide. TFRHHHII BHA-
5 GOLDEN GARDEN (USA) (33) 06
B c Medaglia d’Oro (USA) - Moonlit Garden (USA)
Jim and Claire Limited
Br D. J. Stable LLC
9-4 (5)
William Carver (3)
Jamie Osborne, Upper Lambourn
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden Sixth of 12 in maiden at Kempton (8f, 100/1) 33 days ago. Possibilities. TFRHHHII BHA-
6 JIFF’S ARMY (IRE) (77) 0233 BF
B g Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Brunelle (IRE)
Barber Parry Racing
9-4 (6)
Marco Ghiani
Stuart Williams, Newmarket
Br Windflower Overseas Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden Respectable third of 10 in maiden at this course (7.2f, 11/8) 77 days ago, left poorly placed Significantly up in trip and in the mix. TFRHHHII BHA75
7 KENTUCKY RIVER (IRE) (30) 5
B c Camelot - Patineuse (IRE)
Mr O R J Sangster
Br Narola LLC
9-4 (10)
Trevor Whelan
Ollie Sangster, Marlborough
TIMEFORMVIEW Promising type 7/1, fifth of 7 in novice at Chelmsford City (10f) on debut 30 days ago. Open to progress. TFRHHHHI BHA-
1-2-3:
8
PERFECT LIFE (IRE) (44) 3
Gr c Earthlight (IRE) - Morning Jewel (IRE)
Mr Saeed Sultan Al Rahoomi
Br Kevin & Meta Cullen
9-4 (1)
Jack Mitchell
Marco Botti, Newmarket
Marco Botti Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Encouraging third of 12 in maiden at Southwell (8.1f, 12/1) on debut 44 days ago, running on Should progress. TFRHHHII BHA-
9
SPUDDLING
(GB) (21) P50
B g Time Test - Sally (FR)
Mrs Tracy Turner
Br Silfield Bloodstock
9-4 (9)
Brandon Wilkie (3)
Bill Turner, Sherborne
TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden 50/1, seventh of 9 in maiden at this course (8.6f) 21 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA-
10 WISH OUT LOUD (IRE)
(38) 0
Gr g Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Beat The Stars (IRE)
DahlBury Racing
Br Tom McDonald
9-4 (8)
Finley Marsh
Adrian Wintle, Westbury-On-Severn
TIMEFORM VIEW Last of 9 in maiden at Nottingham (8.3f, heavy, 150/1) on debut 38 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA-
11 RIVIERA SONG (GB) (16) 0
Ch f Kameko (USA) - River Song (USA)
Bearstone Stud Limited
8-13 (7)
Connor Planas (3)
David Loughnane, Tern Hill
Br Bearstone Stud Dave Loughnane Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Blinkered, ninth of 12 in maiden at this course (8.6f, 150/1) on debut 16 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA-
12 ZABEEL RAIN (FR) (-)
B f Masar (IRE) - Aristocratic Lady (USA)
8-13 (12)
Jason Hart
Mr Jaber Abdullah Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Br Merriebelle Irish Farm Ltd Johnston Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWFoaled April 10 55,000 gns yearling, Masar filly. Half-sister to several winners mostly in US, including smart British/US winner up to 9f Western Aristocrat and useful 6f-1m winner On The Front Line Considered TFRHHHII BHA-
2023: ASSAILANT 2 9 7 Oisin Murphy 5-4 (John & Thady Gosden) 12 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Blinkers worn by No. 11. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 2.
Probable S.P’s: 6-4 Edge Ofthe Unknown (USA), 5-1 Kentucky River (IRE), 6-1 Jiff’s Army (IRE), 7-1 Perfect Life (IRE), 14-1 Zabeel Rain (FR), 16-1 Golden Garden (USA), 22-1 Arundel (IRE), 50-1 Aroof (IRE), 66-1 Antiquity (GB), 300-1 Spuddling (GB), Wish Out Loud (IRE), Riviera Song (GB)
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RECORD TIMES
7f Richard R H B (IRE) (2yo) 23Nov19
1m1½f Emissary (GB) (2yo) 12Oct19
(IRE) (3yo+) 18Nov19
1m4f Paths Of Glory (GB) (3yo+) 19Oct19
1m6f Tribal Art (IRE) (3yo+) 19Apr22
2m½f Aircraft Carrier (IRE) (3yo+) 14Jan19
3m
FOURTH RACE 6.00
ONE MILE, FOUR FURLONGS ABOUT 51 YARDS [12F ABT 51YDS] FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE
BETUK:
IT’S WHERE THE UK BETS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)
Total prize fund £9500 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £3923, 2nd £1962, 3rd £980, 4th £490, 5th £245. (Penalty Value £4972.30) Weights lowered 3lb. SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): T Carroll (87 wins from 985 runners, 9%) runs THREE DONS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J O’Keeffe (3 wins from 8 runners, 38%) runs SOMETHING LONGEST TRAVELLER: SOMETHING trained by J O’Keeffe, Leyburn, 150 miles.
NO SURRENDER highlighted he’s capable of defying this sort of mark when finishing a head second over shorter at Lingfield 18 days ago and, worth another crack at this longer trip, he could be the way to go. Skye Breeze on return to action, Knockbrex and Something are others to consider
1.NO SURRENDER (IRE) 2.SKYE BREEZE (IRE) 3.KNOCKBREX
THREE DONS (IRE) (28) 311210 D 5 9-12 (7)
B g Fast Company (IRE) - Avizare (IRE) Molly Gunn (7)
Mr A. W. Carroll
Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Br Rathasker Stud Mill House Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEWHas proved to be a winning machine this year, notching another success when striking at Catterick (1 1/2m, heavy) in October. Found things tougher when well held in November Handicap (11.9f, heavy) latest but return to calmer waters in his favour TFRHHHII BHA81
2 MA BELLE ARTISTE (IRE) (39) 1003-02
B f Zoffany (IRE) - Toi Et Moi (IRE)
Mr Jordan Williams
4 9-12 (10)
Jack Doughty (3)
Robert Bevis, Duckington
Br MountCoote Est.J.Brookeborough&A.Dabbou Twenty Four Seven Recruitment Services Limted, Wessex Vehicles Services
TIMEFORM VIEWDual winner on Flat for Joseph O’Brien More miss than hit over hurdles earlier this year but showed benefit of recent spin on Flat when second of 7 in handicap at Catterick (12.1f, heavy) 39 days ago, that despite losing her place around 4f out. Each-way claims again. TFRHHHII BHA81
3 LEXINGTON KNIGHT (IRE) (33) 616500 CD 6 9-10 (2)
Ch g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Petit Adagio (IRE)
Middleham Park Racing CXXIV
Joe Leavy (3)
Richard Hannon, Marlborough
Br Ms S. O’Connell Middleham Park Racing
TIMEFORMVIEW3-time C&D winner Seventh of 8 in handicap at this C&D (28/1) 33 days ago, needing stronger gallop and plugging on close home Mark has eased and better showing certainly not ruled out TFRHHHII BHA79
4 KNOCKBREX (GB) (37) 340-564
Ch g Ulysses (IRE) - Prominence
Mr Iain Service
4 9-10 (5)
Jason Hart
Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Br Cheveley Park Stud Limited Johnston Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW10f winner as a 3-y-o who arrives having run creditably when fourth of 8 in handicap at Chelmsford City (10f, 11/2) 37 days ago. Shaped like a return to this longer trip was worth exploring then and he comes here from a career-low mark. TFRHHHHI BHA79
5 SKYE BREEZE (IRE) (206) 4-11430 CD
Ch g Pride of Dubai (AUS) - Zelloof (IRE)
Mrs James Bethell
Br M. Ryan
5 9-10 (11)
Aidan Keeley
Edward Bethell, Middleham
TIMEFORM VIEWBack-to-back winner of AW handicaps (both at around 1 1/2m) earlier this year Far from disgraced next 2 starts and easy to forgive his midfield York run in May having been left poorly placed All 4 career victories have come on synthetics and respected on return. TFRHHHHI BHA79
6 WILTSHIRE WONDER (GB) (38) 64416 D 4 9-8 (8)
B g Wootton Bassett - Chanterelle (FR)
J Allison & Partner
Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
Luke Morris
Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn
Archie Watson Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair bumper winner and improved when winning 9-runner handicap at Southwell (12.1f) in October. Not in same form when sixth of 8 in handicap at Kempton (12f, 8/1) 38 days ago, weakening from 2f out. TFRHHHII BHA77
7 ILLUCIDATE (GB) (413) 2501- D
4 9-8 (1)
B f Nathaniel (IRE) - Colourful Adam Farragher
Fairfax & Favor Ltd Amy Murphy, Newmarket
Br Juddmonte Farms Ltd Amy Murphy Racing Ltd, Class1Personnel
TIMEFORMVIEWFair winner at 1 1/2m on Flat in France last autumn Yet to better modest form in handful of starts over hurdles for present stable, sixth of 13 in handicap hurdle at Southwell (15.8f) 11 days ago. Blinkers replace cheekpieces now returned to the level. TFRHHIII BHA77
8
NO SURRENDER (IRE) (18) 064352
B g Gleneagles (IRE) - Queen Myrine (IRE)
4 9-7 (3)
Hector Crouch
Mr Andy White Ed Dunlop, Newmarket
Br Rosetown Bloodstock Ltd
My Pension Expert
TIMEFORMVIEW Cheekpieces on for 1st time, good second of 9 in handicap (9/2) at Lingfield (10f, AW) 18 days ago, running on Back up in trip Could be the way to go TFRHHHHH BHA76
9 CHILLHI (IRE) (107) 625000
B g Churchill (IRE) - Hi Katriona (IRE)
Mr P. Boyle
Br Mr John Webb
4 9-6 (9)
Ben Robinson
Brian Ellison, Malton
Brian Ellison Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Fifteen runs since last win in 2022 Creditable eighth of 14 in handicap hurdle (15/2) at Newcastle (16.9f, good) 37 days ago. Back down in trip Fairly useful on the Flat, poor on last Flat outing TFRHHHII BHA75
10 CHASE THE DOLLAR (GB) (63) 300006 C D
B g Frankel - Cape Dollar (IRE)
Lydonford Ltd
Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
6 9-6 (6)
Jack Mitchell
Lisa Williamson, Tarporley
TIMEFORMVIEW Course winner. 33/1, sixth of 7 in handicap at this course (14f) 63 days ago. First run for yard after leaving David Loughnane and percentage call is to look elsewhere TFRHHIII BHA75
11 SOMETHING (GB) (16) 521162 D
Br g Golden Horn - Calipatria
Ellipsis
3 9-4 (4)
Finley Marsh
Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn
Br Highclere Stud Jedd O’Keeffe Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Back-to-back winner of handicaps at Newcastle in October and dispelled a lesser creditable second of 11 in handicap at this C&D 16 days ago, headed final 1f and staying on Fancied to be on the premises. TFRHHHHI BHA77
12 OPTICIAN
(GB) (14) 320562 CD
B g Expert Eye - Starlit Sands
Mr P. W. Hiatt
Br Miss K. Rausing
4 9-4 (12)
Charles Bishop
Shaun Lycett, Moreton-in-Marsh
TIMEFORM VIEW 4-time C&D winner. 3 wins from 12 runs this year Good second of 10 in handicap at this course (14f, 14/1) 14 days ago. Can give another good account. TFRHHHII BHA73
2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Blinkers worn first time by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 5, 7, 12.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 8, 11. Stewards Note:
CHASE THE DOLLAR: Following its run on 5/10/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too freely.
SOMETHING: Following its run on 21/11/2024 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.
Probable S.P’s: 9-2 No Surrender (IRE), 13-2 Skye Breeze (IRE), Something (GB), 7-1 Knockbrex (GB), 10-1 Optician (GB), 11-1 Three Dons (IRE), Lexington Knight (IRE), 12-1 Wiltshire Wonder (GB), 14-1 Ma Belle Artiste (IRE), 22-1 Illucidate (GB), Chillhi (IRE), 50-1 Chase The Dollar (GB)
RACE RESULT: TIME
3RD
FIFTH RACE 6.30
ONE MILE, ONE FURLONG ABOUT 104 YARDS [9F ABT 104YDS] FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS THE £30 IN FREE BETS WITH BETUK HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)
Total prize fund
£9500 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £3923, 2nd £1962, 3rd £980, 4th £490, 5th £245. (Penalty Value £4972.30) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): D M Loughnane (75 wins from 699 runners, 11%) runs ARCADIAN NIGHTS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Fahey (2 wins from 19 runners, 11%) runs LIFE ON THE ROCKS LONGEST TRAVELLER: COSMOS RAJ trained by D O’Meara, Upper Helmsley, 155 miles.
ASGARD’S CAPTAIN can boast an excellent AW record and having shaped nicely in a better C&D handicap than this 3 weeks ago, he looks primed for a big run. Lerwick also has plenty to recommend him, with Titian another to note given he’s back on his last winning mark.
B g Make Believe - Twiggy’s Girl (IRE) Rhys Clutterbuck Quest Thoroughbreds - Asgard’s Captain Dylan Cunha, Newmarket
Br Miss Eileen Farrelly
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Six wins from 22 Flat runs. 4 wins from 12 runs this year 14/1, creditable fourth of 12 in handicap at this C&D 21 days ago, running on Major player down in class given positive AW
2
(47)
B g Awtaad (IRE) - Mystique Aidan Keeley
The Marquess of Zetland
Edward Bethell, Middleham
Br Mr Jeremy Gompertz & P Milmo Zetland Estates Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Latest win at Beverley in August Good second of 12 in handicap at Southwell (8.1f, 7/2) 47 days ago, running on Expected to be bang there from just 1lb higher. TFRHHHHI BHA81
3 ARCADIAN NIGHTS (GB) (49) 450002 CD
B g Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Lady Lahar
Laurence Bellman
Br Barry Walters
6 9-12 (7)
Daniel Muscutt
Mark Loughnane, Kidderminster
TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time C&D winner 8/1, excellent second of 11 in handicap at this C&D 49 days ago, though was helped by being held up in strongly-run race TFRHHHII BHA80
4 DASHING ROGER (GB) (28) 050050
B g Fast Company (IRE) - Croeso Cusan
Ron Spore & Dr C Scott
7 9-12 (8)
Marco Ghiani
William Stone, West Wickham
Br Mr Richard Evans Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Seventh of 9 in handicap at Doncaster (7f, heavy, 12/1) 28 days ago. Significantly up in trip Makes tapeta debut down in class so a revival isn’t out of the question TFRHHHII BHA80
5 TITIAN (IRE) (26) 041044
B g Iffraaj - Lucelle (IRE)
NICK EDWARDS & GEORGE LODGE LTD
6 9-11 (5)
Oisin McSweeney (3)
Julie Camacho, Malton
Br Charmes/Morsangliere George Lodge & Sons Ltd, David Roberts & Partners Insurance Brokers
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Ripon in May. 12/1, respectable fourth of 10 in handicap at Newcastle (8f) 26 days ago. Back on last winning mark TFRHHHHI BHA79
6 YOKOHAMA (IRE) (14) 604005
B c Make Believe - Am I (USA)
Adnan Bahbahani
Br Patrick Hayes & Make Believe Syndicate
3 9-10 (3)
Sean Levey
John Butler, Newmarket
TIMEFORM VIEW Good fifth of 13 in handicap (33/1) at this C&D 14 days ago. Higher AW mark compared to turf one so doesn’t have any margin for error.
7 COSMOS RAJ (GB) (247) 405116 CD
B g Iffraaj - Cosmos Pink
Mr Nick Crummack & Partner
Br Juddmonte Farms (East) Ltd
TFRHHHII BHA80
6 9-9 (1)
David Nolan
David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
GAIN Equine Nutrition
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner. 2 wins from 6 runs this year 7/1, below form sixth of 11 in handicap at Lingfield (8f, AW). Off 8 months
TFRHHHII BHA77
1-2-3: 1.ASGARD’S CAPTAIN (IRE) 2.LERWICK 3.TITIAN (IRE)
8 MASTER OF COMBAT (IRE) (21) 000010 CD 6 9-8 (4)
B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Sharja Queen
Jack Mitchell
Law Abiding Citizens Kevin Frost, Newark
Br Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum Kevin Frost Racing, Chipmonk Computing
TIMEFORM VIEW Four-time course winner Latest win here in September Eighth of 12 in handicap (20/1) at this C&D 21 days ago. Type to bounce back quickly. TFRHHHII BHA76
9
LIFE ON THE ROCKS (IRE) (21) 331060
B g Fascinating Rock (IRE) - Spirited Girl (IRE)
Mr Aidan J. Ryan
Br Cn Farm Ltd
6 8-12 (6)
Cam Hardie
Richard Fahey, Malton
TIMEFORM VIEW Four wins from 16 runs this year Latest win at Windsor in August 28/1, tenth of 12 in handicap at this C&D 21 days ago. Others arrive in better heart TFRHHIII BHA66
2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7.
Stewards Note:
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
ASGARD’S CAPTAIN: Following its run on 16/11/2024 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Lerwick (GB), 4-1 Asgard’s Captain (IRE), 11-2 Arcadian Nights (GB), 9-1 Titian (IRE), 11-1 Dashing Roger (GB), 12-1 Master of Combat (IRE), 14-1 Yokohama (IRE), Cosmos Raj (GB), 28-1 Life On The Rocks (IRE)
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SIXTH RACE 7.00
SEVEN FURLONGS ABOUT 36 YARDS [7F ABT 36YDS] FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS THE GAMBLE RESPONSIBLY AT BETMGM HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)
Total prize fund
£9500 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £3923, 2nd £1962, 3rd £980, 4th £490, 5th £245. (Penalty Value £4972.30) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): D Loughnane (50 wins from 500 runners, 10%) runs MOJOMAKER TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Fahey (2 wins from 19 runners, 11%) runs ADMIRAL D
WEIGHTWATCHER: ADMIRAL D won off a handicap mark of 85, his rating is now down 5lb to 80. LONGEST TRAVELLER: CHALK MOUNTAIN trained by S Kittow, Cullompton, 149 miles.
CHALK MOUNTAIN had been in top form prior to the trip stretching him at Southwell last time and, given his excellent course record, he’s worth a chance to resume winning ways at the possible expense of Alzahir, who was unlucky not to finish much closer here recently. He’s A Gentleman can’t be ruled out 1-2-3:
1.CHALK MOUNTAIN 2.ALZAHIR (FR) 3.HE’S A GENTLEMAN (IRE)
1
(FR) (14) 440120 D
Ch g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Cup Cake (IRE)
George Wood
Miss C. Dolan Jennie Candlish, Leek
Br Al Wasmiya Stud PRA World Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Latest win at Leicester in October. Unlucky not to go close when eighth over C&D last time, meeting trouble and finishing with running left Big player TFRHHHHI BHA87
2 COURT OF SESSION (GB) (25) 21-5400
Br g Iffraaj - Sibilance
Luke Morris
Michelle Hancox Phil McEntee, Newmarket
Br Aylesfield Farms Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW First run since leaving Simon & Ed Crisford when last of 12 in handicap at Southwell (8.1f, 80/1) 25 days ago. Others preferred. TFRHHIII BHA86
3 CHALK MOUNTAIN (GB) (25) 111620 CD 4 9-6 (3)
Gr g Outstrip - Perfect Muse Hector Crouch
The Chalk Mountain Partnership Stuart Kittow, Cullompton
Br R J. Vines Kittow
TIMEFORM VIEW3-time C&D winner 3 wins from 9 runs this year Latest win at Kempton in October. 9/1, rare poor effort when seventh of 12 in handicap at Southwell (8.1f) 25 days ago. Drop back in trip well in his favour and makes plenty of appeal TFRHHHHH BHA82
4 ADMIRAL D (IRE) (28) 060020
B g Ardad (IRE) - Derval (IRE)
Five Go Mad In Malton
Br Lynn Lodge Stud
5 9-4 (6)
David Nolan
Richard Fahey, Malton
Richard Fahey Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW 16/1, respectable seventh of 15 in handicap at Doncaster (6f, heavy) 28 days ago. Not the most straightforward but could be considered TFRHHHII BHA80
5 MOJOMAKER (IRE) (25) 3324-40
B g Mehmas (IRE) - Ajla (IRE)
David Lowe
5 9-1 (9)
William Pyle (3)
David Loughnane, Tern Hill
Br Tally-Ho Stud Galloways Bakers Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW One win from 24 Flat runs 10/1, eleventh of 13 in handicap at Southwell (6.1f) 25 days ago. Hard to make a strong case for. TFRHHIII BHA77
6 SHAHBAZ (IRE) (25) 2444-00 4 9-1 (8)
Gr g Free Eagle (IRE) - Middle Persia
Crown Racing
Br Skymarc Farm
Charles Bishop
Ian Williams, Alvechurch
TIMEFORM VIEW 80/1, first run since leaving Gavin Patrick Cromwell when eleventh of 12 in handicap at Southwell (8.1f) 25 days ago, slowly away TFRHHIII BHA77
7 HE’S A GENTLEMAN (IRE) (21) 210205 CD 5 9-1 (2)
Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Cut No Ice (IRE)
Jason Hart
Michael Owen Racing Club Hugo Palmer, Malpas
Br Yeomanstown Stud Coral Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Latest win at Ayr in July 14/1, creditable fifth of 12 in handicap at this course (9.5f) 21 days ago. Back down in trip One to consider TFRHHHII BHA77
Ch c Churchill (IRE) - Kemble (IRE)
Richard Hannon Racing Syndicate
Br Pier House Stud
Joe Leavy (3)
Richard Hannon, Marlborough
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Haydock in June 16/1, seventh of 11 in handicap at this C&D 19 days ago. Others preferred. TFRHHIII BHA71
9
THREE YORKSHIREMEN
(IRE) (198) 6-66150
B g Massaat (IRE) - House of Roses
Michael Wigham & ID Heerowa
(5)
Laura Pearson
Michael Wigham, Newmarket
Br McCracken Farms Pandora X Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW 16/1, last of 9 in handicap at Chelmsford City (10f) Off 6 months Down in trip Tongue strap on 1st time Others more persuasive. TFRHHIII BHA70
2023: FOLLOW YOUR HEART (IRE) 5 9 6 Billy Loughnane 7-2 (Mark Loughnane) 9 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 9. Visor worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3, 5.
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 9. Stewards Note:
ALZAHIR: Following its run on 23/11/2024 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.
Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Alzahir (FR), 7-2 Chalk Mountain (GB), 6-1 Admiral D (IRE), 8-1 He’s A Gentleman (IRE), 11-1 Mojomaker (IRE), 14-1 Sedgemoor (IRE), 20-1 Three Yorkshiremen (IRE), 25-1 Court of Session (GB), 33-1 Shahbaz (IRE)
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THURSDAY 26 DECEMBER 6
SEVENTH
RACE 7.30 ONE MILE ABOUT 142 YARDS [8F ABT 142YDS] FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE WIN £1M WITH BETMGM’S
GOLDEN GOALS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS
5)
Total prize fund
£7100 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £2932, 2nd £1466, 3rd £733, 4th £366, 5th £183. (Penalty Value £3716.14) Weights lowered 6lb. 5 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): D M Loughnane (75 wins from 699 runners, 11%) runs CIOTOG & STIPULATION TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): K Frost (1 win from 5 runners, 20%) runs BASS PLAYER
WEIGHTWATCHER: VISIBILITY won off a handicap mark of 75, his rating is now down 6lb to 69.
LONGEST TRAVELLER: FOOLS RUSH IN trained by R Carr, Stillington, 134 miles.
Several of these know where the winning post is here, none more so than HARBOUR VISION, who is taken to complete a course hat-trick after a pair of 7f wins last month. Ciotog, Love Your Work and the quirky Bass Player head the dangers.
1-2-3: 1.HARBOUR VISION 2.CIOTOG (IRE) 3.LOVE YOUR WORK (IRE)
B g Iffraaj - Rhythm And Rhyme (IRE)
Sean Dylan Bowen (3)
Mr Kevin Frost Kevin Frost, Newark
Br Owenstown Bloodstock Ltd Kevin Frost Racing
TIMEFORMVIEW Temperamental sort but ended a long losing run when edging out Fools Rush In over C&D last month. His 2lb rise is offset by Sean Dylan Bowen’s claim.
2
(IRE) (22) 331404
B g Raven’s Pass (USA) - Cry Pearl (USA)
Paul J Dixon Mr J Wylam & Mrs C J Wylam
Br J. Waldron & J. Barton
Dale Swift
Scott Dixon, Rolleston
TIMEFORM VIEW Six-time course winner, the latest in October. 6/1, respectable fourth of 8 over C&D 22 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA69
3 FOOLS RUSH IN (IRE) (26) 521626 CD 6 9-6 (8)
B g Mehmas (IRE) - Faddwa (IRE)
The Acre Bottomers
Br Stephanie Hanly
James Sullivan
Ruth Carr, Stillington
William Hill
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in September Respectable sixth of 11 in handicap at this course (9.5f, 3/1) 26 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA68
4 PARTISAN HERO (IRE) (208) 33100-2
B g Muhaarar - Mad About You (IRE)
D Lowe & S Hoyland
Br Moyglare Stud Farm Ltd
4 9-6 (12)
Connor Planas (3)
David Loughnane, Tern Hill
Dave Loughnane Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW 12/1, first run since leaving Dermot Weld when good second of 7 in handicap at Windsor in May. Off since Makes tapeta debut. TFRHHHII BHA68
5 GOLSPIE (IRE) (30) 6-30455
4 9-6 (9)
B g Ribchester (IRE) - Surrey Storm Finley Marsh
Patrick Morris
Br Ballinacurra Stud Ltd
Patrick Morris, Prescot
TIMEFORM VIEW Eleven runs since last win in 2023 Respectable fifth of 10 in handicap (11/1) at Newcastle (1m) 30 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA68
6 ENGLISH SPIRIT (GB) (33) 536616 CD BF
B g Swiss Spirit - Cloud Illusions (USA)
Wetumpka Racing
6 9-5 (11)
Jack Mitchell
Heather Main, Wantage
Br Mr & Mrs James Main Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time C&D winner Also scored over 9.5f here in October. Bit below form 3 1/4 lengths sixth of 10 to Bass Player over C&D 33 days ago. Cheekpieces back on TFRHHHII BHA67
7 JAZZY ANGEL (GB) (5) 652010 CD
9-5 (6)
B f Harry Angel (IRE) - Jasmiralda (FR) Kaiya Fraser (3)
Mrs I. Corbani Harry Eustace, Newmarket
Br Mrs I. Corbani Rank Interactive (Gibraltar) Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Also won a 7f handicap here in October. 17/2, ninth of 10 in handicap at this course (6f) 5 days ago. Significantly back up in trip TFRHHHII BHA69
8 STIPULATION (IRE) (31) 632
B g New Bay - Danamight (IRE)
FHM Partnership
Br Max Morris
3 9-5 (10)
Luke Morris
Mark Loughnane, Kidderminster
TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden 14/1, second of 6 in novice at Kempton (1m) 31 days ago. Makes handicap debut His mark demands improvement but he is unexposed TFRHHHII BHA69
9 HARBOUR VISION (GB) (16) 252311 CD
Gr g Harbour Watch (IRE) - Holy Nola (USA)
Mr K Louch & Partner
Br Newsells Park Stud
9 9-5 (4)
Joey Haynes
Scott Dixon, Rolleston
TIMEFORM VIEW Four-time C&D winner and arrives on a course hat-trick after a pair of 7f wins last month. Another bold show likely in his current mood TFRHHHHH BHA67
10 SCEPTIC (IRE) (19) 0-00000
B g No Nay Never (USA) - Aljaazya (USA)
Mr Conor Morris
Br Camas Park, Lynch Bages & Summerhill
4 9-5 (5)
Harry Burns (3)
Patrick Morris, Prescot
TIMEFORM VIEW 200/1, last of 11 in handicap at this course (7f) 19 days ago. Back up in trip TFRHIIII BHA67
11 CIOTOG (IRE) (22) 635112 CD BF
Ch g Dandy Man (IRE) - Cristal Fashion (IRE)
Precision Facades Ltd
Br Castle Paddock Bloodstock Ltd
6 9-5 (2)
Trevor Whelan
Mark Loughnane, Kidderminster
Precision Facades Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner Won back-to-back at Bath (1m) in October. Good second of 8 over C&D (5/2) 22 days ago, running on Should go well again
12 LOVE YOUR WORK (IRE) (14) 040421 CD 8 9-4 (7)
Ch g Helmet (AUS) - Little Italy (USA)
Harraton Court Stables Ltd
Br Gerard Mullins
Hayley Turner
Darryll Holland, Newmarket
TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins from 18 runs this year, with the latest success coming in a C&D handicap 14 days ago. Merits consideration after only 2lb nudge
TFRHHHHI BHA66
2023: WIN WIN POWER (IRE) 6 9 7 Rossa Ryan 5-1 (Michael Appleby) 11 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Blinkers worn by No. 9. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 6, 7, 10. Stewards Note: CIOTOG: Following its run on 15/11/2024 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed in the straight.
Probable S.P’s: 13-2 Harbour Vision (GB), Ciotog (IRE), 7-1 Love Your Work (IRE), 8-1 Bass Player (IRE), 9-1 Fools Rush In (IRE), 10-1 English Spirit (GB), 12-1 Partisan Hero (IRE), Golspie (IRE), 14-1 Visibility (IRE), 16-1 Jazzy Angel (GB), 20-1 Stipulation (IRE), 80-1 Sceptic (IRE)
RACE RESULT: TIME DISTANCE 1ST 3RD 2ND 4TH
HORSERACE BETTING LEVY BOARD
The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £624,508 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 16th September to 31st December 2024
8.00 ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS [5F ABT 21YDS] FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS THE FREE BETS WITH BETUK BET CLUB HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
Total prize fund £5700 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £2354, 2nd £1177, 3rd £588, 4th £294, 5th £147. (Penalty Value £2983.38) Weights lowered 1lb. 4 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): T Carroll (87 wins from 985 runners, 9%) runs POP DANCER
TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Carroll (3 wins from 22 runners, 14%) runs POP DANCER
WEIGHTWATCHER: PAPA DON’T PREACH won off a handicap mark of 82, his rating is now down 20lb to 62.
LONGEST TRAVELLER: WEE FAT MAC trained by I Jardine, Carrutherstown, 205 miles.
The vote goes to MOE’S LEGACY, who was in good order prior to a below-par display at Lingfield last time and she appeals as the type to bounce back quickly Alafdhal continues to knock on the door and he looks set for another bold show, while Darlo Pride and Wee Fat Mac are also worth a second look
1 POP DANCER (IRE) (16) 642330
B g Kodiac - Pop Art (IRE)
Mr B. J. Millen
7 9-8 (5)
Jack Doughty (3)
Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Br Marston Stud Millen Hotels
TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner Seventh of 10 in handicap (15/2) at Lingfield (5f, AW) 16 days ago. Blinkers on 1st time
Likely to come up short once more, unless the new headgear helps give him a lift TFRHHHII BHA65
2 AGOSTINO (GB) (16) 500126 D BF
B g Harry Angel (IRE) - Firenze
4 9-8 (4)
Marco Ghiani
Mr P. S. Ryan Robert Cowell, Newmarket
Br Jan & Peter Hopper
Robert Cowell Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Chelmsford City in October. 4/1, respectable sixth of 10 in handicap at Lingfield (5f, AW) 16 days ago. Vulnerable for win purposes. TFRHHHII BHA65
3 DARLO PRIDE (GB) (14) 306223 CD
4 9-7 (10)
Gr g Outstrip - Doric Lady Jason Hart
ursa major racing ltd and M Dods
Michael Dods, Darlington
Br Clive Dennett Denton Hall Racing Ltd, Steadfast Wealth Management Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner 5/1, good third of 12 in handicap at Newcastle (5f) 14 days ago. Blinkers back on and this in-form 4-y-o should give another good account of himself. TFRHHHII BHA64
4 AMERICAN FASHION (GB) (22) 042560
B f Starspangledbanner (AUS) - A Huge Dream (IRE)
Mr D. O’Meara
3 9-7 (8)
David Nolan
David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Br ORS Bloodstock & Stanley House Stud GAIN Equine Nutrition
TIMEFORMVIEW20/1, first run since leaving John & Thady Gosden when eighth of 10 in handicap at this course (6.1f) 22 days ago, doing too much too soon Hood on 1st time and she needs to raise her game TFRHHIII BHA64
5 ZOLA POWER (GB) (72) 0-10340 CD
Ch g Ulysses (IRE) - Suerte Loca (IRE)
Mr S. Geraghty
Br Kirtlington Stud & Mr C. Budgett
3 9-7 (3)
Daniel Muscutt
Robert Cowell, Newmarket
Robert Cowell Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner First run since leaving Michael Appleby when last of 13 in handicap at Southwell (5f, 50/1) 72 days ago. Looks up against it. TFRHIIII BHA64
6 WEE FAT MAC (GB) (54) 245324 CD 5 9-6 (11)
B g Swiss Spirit - Flylowflylong (IRE) Archie Young (5)
The Strattonites Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
Br Mr R. Provan Iain Jardine Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Sixteen runs since last win in 2023 Respectable fourth of 11 in handicap at Musselburgh (5f, good to soft, 9/1) 54 days ago. Live each-way chance back on the AW TFRHHHII BHA63
7 ARC SHADOWFAX (GB) (19) 60-0065
3 9-6 (2)
B g Harry Angel (IRE) - Vespasia Elle-May Croot (5)
Group Equine Racing IX Ivan Furtado, Wiseton
Br Mrs F. S. Williams
TIMEFORM VIEW Fifth of 10 in handicap at Southwell (6.1f, 22/1) 19 days ago. Improvement will be needed if he’s to emerge on top. TFRHHIII BHA63
8
Gr f Havana Grey - Powerful Dream (IRE)
Cdm Media Usa Inc
Br Sue Bradley
Joe Leavy (3)
Ronald Harris, Chepstow
Ron Harris Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner 3 wins from 21 runs this year, the latest here in November Last of 10 in handicap at Lingfield (5f, AW, 7/1) 16 days ago, slowly away Has to be taken seriously TFRHHHHH
9 PAPA DON’T PREACH (IRE) (30) 501345 CD 5 9-5 (6)
B g Kodiac - Paella (IRE)
The Kevin Frost Racing Club
Jack Mitchell
Kevin Frost, Newark
Br Tally-Ho Stud Kevin Frost Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Latest win at Chelmsford in October. Only fifth of 6 in handicap (12/1) at the same course (5f) 30 days ago, left poorly placed Blinkers back on and wouldn’t be without each-way hope if on-song. TFRHHHII BHA62
10 GUSTAV GRAVES (GB) (30) 550350 CD 6 9-4 (1)
B g Bobby’s Kitten (USA) - Bondesire
Big Lachie Syndicate
Laura Pearson
Derek Shaw, Sproxton
Br Elwick Stud A & J Sectional Buildings Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Four-time C&D winner 4 wins from 16 runs this year However, he could finish only eighth of 10 in handicap (16/1) at Newcastle (5f) 30 days ago and he’s not the easiest to predict. TFRHHIII BHA61
11 ALAFDHAL (IRE)
(16) 033263
Ch g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Afdhaad
Mr Trevor Johnson
C D
6 9-4 (9)
Luke Morris
Phil McEntee, Newmarket
Br Shadwell Estate Company Limited Tallon International Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Course winner 3 wins from 25 runs this year Blinkered for 1st time, creditable third of 10 in handicap at Lingfield (5f, AW, 5/1) 16 days ago. Looks competitive on form TFRHHHHI BHA61
2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 11 Hood worn first time by No. 4. Blinkers worn first time by No. 1. Visor worn first time by No. 7. Blinkers worn by No. 9, 11. Visor worn by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 6, 7. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 3.
Stewards Note:
ZOLA POWER: Following its run on 26/9/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.
MOE’S LEGACY: Following its run on 21/11/2024 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Alafdhal (IRE), 5-1 Darlo Pride (GB), 6-1 Moe’s Legacy (GB), 7-1 Agostino (GB), 17-2 Wee Fat Mac (GB), 10-1 Pop Dancer (IRE), Papa Don’t Preach (IRE), 18-1 Gustav Graves (GB), 28-1 American Fashion (GB), 33-1 Arc Shadowfax (GB), 40-1 Zola Power (GB) RACE RESULT: TIME
1ST 3RD
NINTH RACE 8.30
ONE MILE, ONE FURLONG ABOUT 104 YARDS [9F ABT 104YDS] FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE EXTRA WINNINGS WITH BETUK ACCA CLUB HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
Total prize fund £5700 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £2354, 2nd £1177, 3rd £588, 4th £294, 5th £147. (Penalty Value £2983.38) 9 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): T Carroll (87 wins from 985 runners, 9%) runs CELEBRATING ETHEL TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): James Owen (6 wins from 28 runners, 21%) runs COME ON JOHN WEIGHTWATCHER: LIGHT UP OUR STARS won off a handicap mark of 69, his rating is now down 10lb to 59. LONGEST TRAVELLER: JUMEIRA VISION trained by Miss K Scott, Galashiels, 243 miles.
COME ON JOHN hasn’t done much wrong in three starts since joining the James Owen yard and, with the promise of even better to come, he gets the nod Solanna and Port Noir should both be on the premises, along with Star of St James.
1 UNDER FOX (IRE) (557) 005/000-
(10)
B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Lily’s Rainbow (IRE) Jonny Peate
S. & A. Mares
Br Ardrums House Stud
Mark Loughnane, Kidderminster
TIMEFORMVIEW Last of 11 in handicap at Nottingham (8.3f, good to firm, 15/2). Off 18 months and it’s reasonable to think that he’ll come on for the run.
2 SOLANNA (GB) (16) 323053 BF
HIIII BHA60
9-9 (11)
Ch g Helmet (AUS) - Night Lily (IRE) Daniel Muscutt
Mr K. Snell John Butler, Newmarket
Br Mr K. Snell
TIMEFORM VIEW Sixteen runs since last win in 2023 3/1, creditable third of 11 in handicap at Lingfield (10f, AW) 16 days ago. Merits consideration.
3 FIRST DYNASTY (USA) (16) 430104
TFRHHHHI BHA60
(3)
B g American Pharoah (USA) - Heavenly Thought (USA) Kieran O’Neill
Max Young Racing Club Max Young, Sneads Green
Br Candy Meadows LLC Berkeley Carter Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW 4/1, creditable fourth of 10 in handicap at this course (7.2f) 16 days ago. Significantly up in trip for this stable debut and likely to find one or two too good TFRHHIII BHA59
4 LIGHT UP OUR STARS (IRE) (22) 605060 CD 8 9-8 (8)
B g Rip Van Winkle (IRE) - Shine Like A Star Joey Haynes
Paul J Dixon Mr J Wylam & Mrs C J Wylam Scott Dixon, Rolleston
Br D. Boocock
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner. Seventh of 8 in handicap (25/1) at this course (8 6f) 22 days ago. Others make more appeal TFRHHIII BHA59
5 CELEBRATING ETHEL (IRE) (16) 503450 D 5 9-8 (12)
B m Gleneagles (IRE) - Deter
Jack Doughty (3) Northway Lodge Racing & Partner
Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Br Sweetmans Bloodstock Patrico Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW One win from 21 Flat runs. Ninth of 11 in handicap at Lingfield (10f, AW, 22/1) 16 days ago. Enters calculations TFRHHHII BHA59
6 MYKONOS ST JOHN (GB) (16) 641506 CD 7 9-8 (9)
B g Swiss Spirit - Royal Pardon Mikkel Mortensen (5) Mr Robert Dearnaley Scott Dixon, Rolleston
Br T. K. & Mrs P. A. Knox Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner 3 wins from 17 runs this year Latest win here in October. Creditable sixth of 11 in handicap at Lingfield (10f, AW, 12/1) 16 days ago. Opposable TFRHHIII BHA59
7 THE PUG (IRE) (58) 050240 4 9-6 (1)
B g Churchill (IRE) - Alumni Award Finley Marsh Wackey Racers Harefield Adrian Wintle, Westbury-On-Severn
Br Lynch Bages Ltd & Glenvale Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Inconsistent type Respectable seventh of 12 in handicap at Southwell (11.1f, 16/5) 58 days ago. First run for yard after leaving Sylvester Kirk and others boast more compelling credentials. TFRHHHII BHA57
1-2-3: 1.COME ON JOHN (IRE) 2.SOLANNA 3.PORT NOIR
8
B g Iffraaj - Manaboo (USA)
URSA Major Racing Ltd and Partner
Jason Hart
Katie Scott, Galashiels
Br Godolphin Overlander Vehicles
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner 3 wins from 17 runs this year 10/1, seventh of 11 in handicap at Newcastle (8f) 15 days ago. Needs a couple of these to falter TFRHHIII BHA56
9
STAR OF ST JAMES (GER) (38) 146004
B g Equiano (FR) - Slight Advantage (IRE)
Group Equine Racing
Br Stiftung Gestut Fahrhof
(4)
Elle-May Croot (5)
Ivan Furtado, Wiseton
Group Equine Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWLatest win at Nottingham in August. Fourth of 10 in handicap (6/1) at Nottingham (10.2f, heavy) 38 days ago, faring best of those ridden prominently Not completely discounted. TFRHHHII BHA55
10 HAWA JUMEIRAH (GB)
(154) 6600-00
B g Universal (IRE) - One Minute (IRE)
Mr Abdulla Al Mansoori
Raul Da Silva
Ismail Mohammed, Newmarket
Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited Dubai Racing Club
TIMEFORM VIEW Hooded for 1st time, last of 8 in handicap at Beverley (9.9f, good, 40/1), slowly away Off 154 days ahead of this tapeta debut and it’s probably best to look elsewhere TFRHIIII BHA57
11 PORT NOIR (GB) (16) 411234 CD
Bl m Harbour Watch (IRE) - Cocabana
Luke Morris
Mr R. Stephens Robert Stephens, Caldicot
Br R. C. Dollar & Hellwood Stud Farm
TIMEFORM VIEW Six-time course winner 3 wins from 26 runs this year Creditable fourth of 11 in handicap (10/1) at this course (8.6f) 16 days ago, helped by being held up in strongly-run race Each-way shout. TFRHHHII
12 COME ON JOHN (IRE) (26)
B g Kodiac - Miss Glitters (IRE)
Deva Racing (DB)
Hector Crouch
James Owen, Newmarket
Br Tally-Ho Stud Deva Racing Group
TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner Latest win at Southwell in October. 11/8, creditable third of 9 in handicap at this course (12.2f) 26 days ago, missing break Back down in trip and he’s shortlist material TFRHHHHH BHA52
2023:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Blinkers worn by No. 3. Visor worn by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 11. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 12. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 10.
Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Come On John (IRE), 5-1 Solanna (GB), 15-2 Port Noir (GB), 10-1 Celebrating Ethel (IRE), 11-1 The Pug (IRE), 12-1 Star of St James (GER), 14-1 First Dynasty (USA), Jumeira Vision (IRE), 16-1 Mykonos St John (GB), 28-1 Light Up Our Stars (IRE), 40-1 Under Fox (IRE), 66-1 Hawa Jumeirah (GB)
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