Ascot Racecard - Wednesday 27th April by Weatherbys

R OYA L A S C O T T R I A L S D AY Wednesday 27th April 2022 OFFICIAL PROGRAMME £3.50

N O N - S TO P AC T I O N A P P R OAC H E S M AY R AC I N G W E E K E N D F R I DAY 6 T H A N D S AT U R DAY 7 T H M AY The racecourse is resplendent at Ascot’s ﬁnal ﬁxture before the Royal Meeting. Gather your friends and family and enjoy an action-packed occasion. Featuring the valuable seven-furlong heritage handicap on Saturday, The Victoria Cup. Tickets from £19 | Fine Dining from £259 + VAT Book now at ascot.com

CHAIRMAN’S WELCOME Welcome to Royal Ascot Trials Day. Last year, we saw four of the world’s top ten rated Flat racehorses compete at Ascot in the shape of Adayar, Mishriff, Baaeed and Palace Pier and we are looking forward to another really high-quality summer on the track. The feature race today, the Group 3 Longines Sagaro Stakes, is a long established Gold Cup trial. Both Estimate and Colour Vision won the race in recent years before going on to glory at the Royal Meeting. Dee Ex Bee and Stradivarius also both won the two-mile contest in 2019 and 2021 respectively before running well in the Gold Cup itself. Today’s renewal looks extremely competitive and includes the popular mare Princess Zoe, who was second in the Gold Cup last year, as well as Tashkhan, runner-up here on QIPCO British Champions Day in October behind star-stayer Trueshan. The other Group 3 contest is the Merriebelle Stable Commonwealth Cup Trial Stakes which acts as a key preparation race for three-year-olds being aimed at the Group 1 Commonwealth Cup over six furlongs on the Friday of Royal Ascot. This Flat season we are delighted to be able to offer a record £13.3 million worth of prize money. That includes more than £8.6 million at Royal Ascot with no race at the meeting run for less than £100,000. The Prince of Wales’s Stakes and the newly-named Platinum Jubilee Stakes become the first £1 million races at the Royal Meeting. We are hugely grateful to Longines, one of our Official Partners, whose long-running support of the Sagaro Stakes continues, as well as Merriebelle Stable for their ongoing sponsorship. We also welcome Naas Racecourse who lend their name to the third race on the card to help promote their own Royal Ascot Trials Day which takes place on 15th May. Sixth-form students from Carwarden House Community School in Camberley will be joining us at the racecourse today. The school caters for students with complex learning and additional needs and we hope they enjoy their day which will include a full tour of the racecourse and lunch. Our next meeting is the May Racing Weekend featuring the Victoria Cup. We hope to see you back at Ascot then. Yours sincerely,

Sir Francis Brooke Bt. Her Majesty’s Representative & Chairman

WELCOME

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WELCOME

HOW TO READ THE RACING PAGES

W H E R E TO E AT AND DRINK

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TO DAY ’ S SPONSORS

AWAY R AC I N G

COMING UP

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R AC I N G PAG E S Your guide to all of today’s races

TODAY’S OFFICIALS & R AC E C O N D I T I O N S

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1st Race 1.50pm The Manny Mercer Apprentice Handicap Stakes

5th Race 4.10pm The Merriebelle Stable Commonwealth Cup Trial Stakes (Class 1) (Group 3) (Registered as the Pavilion Stakes)

This is a one mile handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 76 to 95. In a handicap the weight that each of the runners carries is determined by their official handicap rating which is based on their level of form shown so far. The aim is to ensure competitive racing by asking the higher rated horses to carry more weight than a lower rated rival. As a guide, horses rated 40 tend to be at the lower end of the scale whilst the very best performers would be rated as high as 130. PAGES 32-33

2nd Race 2.25pm The Royal Ascot Two-Year-Old Trial Conditions Stakes

This race is a five furlong conditions stakes for two-year-olds. The runners in this type of race are subject to specific conditions that often revolve around age or sex, or confine the race to horses that have yet to win above a particular level. In this instance, fillies receive a 5lb allowance from their male counterparts with penalties allocated on the basis of number of races won, 3lb for a single win or 6lb for two victories. PAGES 36-37

3rd Race 3.00pm The Naas Racecourse Royal Ascot Trials Day British EBF Fillies’ Conditions Stakes

Like the previous race, this is another conditions stakes over a mile, altough this particular contest is restricted to three-year-old ﬁllies, which are E.B.F. eligible, and which have not won a Pattern race. PAGES 40-41

4th Race 3.35pm The Longines Sagaro Stakes (Class 1)(Group 3) (A Gold Cup Trial)

This two mile race for four-year-olds and upwards is a Group 3 contest – a race which can only bettered by a Group 1 or 2. Many of the runners will have already posted form well above average and some may use this as a stepping-stone to even greater things. Initially, the weights are allocated on the basis of age and sex before penalties are awarded to horses which have won above a certain level prior to lining up here -3lb to Group 3 winners, 5lb for a Group 2 victory or 7lb to those successful in a Group 1. 2

CONTENTS

Like the previous race, this is another high-quality Group 3 affair and we may even see some Royal Ascot contenders lining up. This particular six furlong contest is restricted to three-year-olds with ﬁllies receiving 3lb from their male rivals. PAGES 50-51

6th Race 4.40pm The Paradise Stakes (Class 1) (A Queen Anne Stakes Trial) (Listed Race)

This one mile contest for four-year-olds and upwards is a Listed race; a race that can only be bettered by a Group 1, 2 or 3 race. Many of the runners in this race will have already shown themselves to be talented and this race provides a perfect medium for them to be tested against a better class of rival before making the jump into a Group race. Initially, the weights are set at 9st for colts and geldings and 8st 9lb for ﬁllies before penalties are awarded to horses that have previously won above a certain level – 3lb for a Listed race victory, 5lb for a Group 3 success or 7lb for a Group 2 win. PAGES 56-58

7th Race 5.10pm The Ascot Queen Anne Membership Handicap

This is a ﬁve furliong handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 66 to 85. To qualify for a handicap rating horses must have run at least three times in a Flat race in Britain, or have run in no more than two Flat races run in Britain and won at least one of them. This rating then dictates the weight to be carried in a handicap. In simple terms a horse rated 85 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 80.

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18 ESTIMATE (IRE) (50) B f Monsun (Ger) - Ebaziya (IRE) (Darshaan) Owner: Trainer: Breeder:

The Queen Sir Michael Stoute, Newmarket His Higness The Aga Khan’s Studs S. C.

RYAN MOORE

Horse Age: 4 Weight: 8 11 Colours: PURPLE, GOLD braid, SCARLET sleeves, BLACK velvet cap, GOLD fringe. Form: 0/1133-1 C

BET WITH ASCOT VIEW HHHHH Lightly raced filly who won the 2m Queen’s Vase at this meeting last year and was back to winning ways on reappearance last month, again over this 2m when taking a Group 3 decisively; a touch more is needed but open to further progress and pedigree by stamina influence and a half-sister to Enzeli (by Kahyasi), winner of this in 1999 - is replete with stamina. Official BHA Rating 108

1. Owner’s Silks (illustration) 2. Colour of horse B = Bay Br = Brown Ch = Chestnut Gr = Grey Ro = Roan 3. Horse’s Number on saddle cloth 4. Sex of horse c = colt f = ﬁlly g = gelding h = horse m = mare 5. Sire (Father) 6. Horse’s name 7. Dam (Mother) 8. Damsire (Grandfather) 9. Birthplace of horse (if not Great Britain) 10. Number of days since last ran 11. Draw 12. Form Guide 13. Racing Post star rating 14. Owner(s) 15. Trainer and location of training establishment 16. Breeder 17. Age of horse 18. Owner’s Colours (description) 19. Previous performances / = Denotes new season – = Denotes new year B = Brought down F = Fell P = Pulled Up U = Unseated rider 20. Form details C = Course winner D = Distance winner CD = Has won a race over the same distance at Ascot before. C D = Has at won a race at Ascot before but over a different distance. They have also won over today’s trip at another course. BF = Finished beaten favourite on their previous run.

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21. Weight (stones/pounds) 22. Official BHA Rating 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 penalties and 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-handicapped races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were conﬁrmed. Any subsequently published change in rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating. For novice steeple chasers, their latest hurdle race rating may be shown until such time as the Handicappers allot a separate steeple chase rating. Such ratings are preﬁxed by the letter h. 23. Jockey’s name and photo If there is a number next to the name, this indicates that the jockey can claim that amount in weight (lbs) off the stated riding weight.

H O W T O R E A D T H E R A C I N G PA G E S

PRE-PA RADE RI NG

CAR PARK 2

K EY TO SY M B O L S Entry Point

Ascot Shop

Cash Machine

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King Edward VII Enclosure Badge Collection

Grandstand Entrances First Aid Point Toilets and Baby Changing Parent & Baby Room King Edward VII Enclosure racegoers are invited to enjoy facilities on Level 4 of the Grandstand.

Memberships At Ascot Stand

FIREWORKS EAST ENTRANCE

MAIN RECEPTIO N

CAR PARK 3

TO CAR PARKS 5&6

A SHORT HISTORY ASCOT’S BEGINNINGS Few sporting venues can match the rich heritage and history of Ascot Racecourse. Over the past 300 years, Ascot has established itself as a national institution; with Royal Ascot becoming the centrepiece of the British social calendar and the ultimate stage for the best racehorses in the world.

THE FIRST RACECOURSE The racecourse was laid out by William Lowen, assisted by a team including a carpenter, a painter, and a racing administrator. The ﬁrst permanent building was erected around 1794 by a local Windsor builder. Holding 1,650 people, it was used for almost ﬁfty years.

It was Queen Anne in 1711 who ﬁrst saw the potential for a racecourse at Ascot (in those days called East Cote). Whilst out riding near Windsor Castle she came upon an area of open heath that looked, in her words, “ideal for horses to gallop at full stretch”.

In 1813, Parliament passed an Act of Enclosure, which ensured that Ascot Heath would be kept and used as a racecourse for the public in the future. Racing at Ascot was now secure.

THE FIRST RACE MEETING The ﬁrst race meeting ever held at Ascot took place later that year, on Saturday 11th August. The inaugural event was Her Majesty’s Plate, worth 100 guineas and open to any horse, mare or gelding over six years of age. Each horse was required to carry a weight of 12 stone and the seven runners were all English hunters, rather different to the speedy thoroughbreds that race on the Flat today. The nature of the contest also bore little resemblance to modern day racing at Ascot. That race consisted of three separate heats, each four miles long – about the length of today’s Grand National course. The winning horse would have required tremendous stamina, but sadly there is no record of who claimed that ﬁrst plate. Queen Anne’s gift to racing, founding the Royal Racecourse, is marked by the tradition of opening Royal Ascot with the Queen Anne Stakes.

A S H O RT H I STO RY

ROYAL ASCOT The precise origins of the Royal Meeting are unclear, as the event evolved from the ﬁrst four-day meeting that took place in 1768. The meeting as it’s known today only really started to take shape with the introduction of the Gold Cup in 1807. Royal Ascot was the only race meeting held at Ascot until 1939. The Gold Cup remains the feature race of the third day of Royal Ascot, traditionally the busiest day of the week, when high fashion and exquisite millinery take centre stage alongside Flat racing’s most elite stayers. In 2009, Yeats, ridden by Johnny Murtagh and trained by Aidan O’Brien, won his fourth consecutive Gold Cup – a magniﬁcent achievement, and one that Stradivarius just failed to emulate in 2021 having won the previous three renewals.

MANAGING ASCOT Although founded by a Queen and located on Crown property, the administration of Ascot is handled on behalf of the Crown by a representative appointed by the Monarch. Up until 1901, the racecourse was managed on the Sovereign’s behalf by the Master of the Royal Buckhounds. In 1901, Lord Churchill was appointed as His Majesty’s Representative, responsible for running the course and determining entrance to the Royal Enclosure. The Ascot Authority was established in 1913 by an Act of Parliament, with His Majesty’s Representative becoming Senior Trustee. Today, as Ascot Authority (Holdings) Limited, Ascot has a formal board chaired by Sir Francis Brooke Bt., who also serves as Her Majesty’s Representative at Ascot. As an owner and breeder of racehorses, Her Majesty The Queen takes a keen interest in the races, and has had great success with her own horses over the years. The jockeys riding Her Majesty’s horses can be identified by The Queen’s racing colours: purple body with gold braid, scarlet sleeves, and black velvet cap with gold fringe – the same as those of King Edward VII and George IV as Prince Regent. During Royal Ascot, The Queen traditionally presents the Gold Cup and the Diamond Jubilee Stakes. New versions of these trophies are made each year and presented to the winners to keep. Ascot Racecourse closed for a £200 million redevelopment in 2004, and was reopened by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth on 20th June 2006. HIGHLIGHTS AT ASCOT SINCE 2006 There have been several landmark occasions since Ascot Racecourse reopened in 2006 and none more memorable than two special Gold Cup days – when Yeats completed his four-timer of Gold Cup wins in 2009 and when The Queen herself won the stayers’ championship with Estimate in 2013.

In 2011, Ascot celebrated its tercentenary and staged the inaugural QIPCO British Champions Day, now the culmination of the European elite Flat racing season. The great Frankel won the Queen Elizabeth II Stakes on Champions Day in 2011, and the curtain came down on the career of officially the best horse of all time when he won the Champion Stakes a year later. Sir Henry Cecil’s pride and joy won five of his remarkable unbeaten run of 14 races at Ascot. 2012 also saw Ascot at the heart of the country’s celebrations to mark The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee, with the Golden Jubilee Stakes renamed the Diamond Jubilee Stakes and won by the great Australian mare, Black Caviar. Ascot has continued to cement its reputation as Europe’s premier destination for the best horses in the world. In recent years it is the Americans who have had most success, with Tepin’s win in the 2016 Queen Anne Stakes and Lady Aurelia’s King’s Stand Stakes victory the following year being notable highlights. The latter filly was trained by Wesley Ward, who has now saddled 12 winners at the Royal Meeting. It is not just international horses which Ascot is known for, of course. Jockeys also come from all over the world to ride here – perhaps most notably at the Dubai Duty Free Shergar Cup, a unique fixture in the global racing calendar which each year sees many of world’s top jockeys compete for points to lift racing’s ultimate team prize, with four teams battling it out across a thrilling six-race contest. While the grandeur of the Royal Meeting takes centre stage each June, Ascot is also renowned for hosting Europe’s premier midsummer middle-distance contest the following month. The King George VI and Queen Elizabeth QIPCO Stakes has been won by many of racing’s most distinguished champions including Nijinsky, Mill Reef, Dancing Brave, Nashwan, Galileo and - more recently - the remarkable mare Enable, who in July 2020 made history by becoming the first horse to win three renewals of this prestigious prize. A S H O RT H I STO RY

WHERE TO EAT AND DRINK King Edward VII Enclosure

Please note that the following outlets are located on Level 4 and are exclusively available to King Edward VII Enclosure racegoers.

Casual Dining HORSEWALK INN

CAVIAR AND PRUNIER SEAFOOD BAR

There are four delicious dishes available alongside plant-based variations. Choose from classic Mac ‘n’ Cheese, a Bulgogi Bowl bursting with ﬂavour, the Ascot Burger or crispy Beer Battered Cod Goujons – all available for £13.50.

Choose from shrimp cocktail, Balik tartar or Scottish smoked salmon among other seafood dishes, accompanied by a selection of Champagnes and ﬁne wines.

On The Go

Bar

LAVAZZA ON 4

BIT AND BRIDLE COCKTAIL BAR

Serving teas and coffees presented by Lavazza, the official coffee of Ascot, alongside a range of sandwiches, soups, Belgian chocolate cake and chocolate millionaire’s shortbread.

A range of summer cocktails have been developed specially for the Flat season here at Ascot. Enjoy the Royal Ascot Blush or one of our delectable non-alcoholic cocktails.

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WHERE TO EAT AND DRINK Queen Anne Enclosure

Guests in the King Edward VII Enclosure are also welcome to visit the Queen Anne Enclosure.

Casual Dining

Bar

BANDSTAND KITCHEN & BAR

NIJINSKY BAR

Conveniently located near the Bandstand with indoor and outdoor seating available; this casual eatery offers a range of lunch options, as well as bar snacks and pastries.

On The Go

Our ever-popular Nijinsky Bar serves wine, a full range of Peroni beers and a selection of spirits. Njinsky was the outstanding two-year-old in Europe in 1969 when he was unbeaten over five races. The following year, he became the first horse in thirty-five years to win the English Triple Crown.

FRONT RUNNER GRILL

WOOD FIRED PIZZA

Located on the concourse, a stone’s throw from the Parade Ring and with great access to trackside. Enjoy a selection of gourmet burgers at one of Ascot’s most popular eateries,

Choose from a range of delicious pizza made in authentic wood ﬁred ovens. Located on the Concourse close to Grandstand Entrance D.

Further on-the-go food outlets are located throughout the Queen Anne Enclosure.

W H E R E T O E AT A N D D R I N K

ROYAL ASCOT TRIALS DAY Since creation in 2019, Royal Ascot Trials Day has provided the perfect preparation for horses before the Royal Meeting in June. With the 2020 meeting abandoned due to the pandemic, the two runnings of the day have already produced several horses that have won or placed at Royal Ascot.

and distance. As well as those two races, the precursor to Royal Ascot Trials Day demonstrated that the Listed Paradise Stakes over the Straight Mile can be used as Queen Anne Stakes preparation, as showed to perfection by Accidental Agent in 2018.

Dee Ex Bee and Stradivarius won the Longines Sagaro Stakes in 2019 and 2021 respectively before both ﬁnishing in the ﬁrst four in the Gold Cup that same season while Cleonte was third in that Group 3 race for stayers before winning the Queen Alexandra Stakes in 2019.

The Royal Ascot Two-Year-Old Trial has proved the most useful guide to the Royal Meeting though having been claimed by Chipotle last year who went on to success in the Windsor Castle Stakes. In 2019, the winner Ventura Rebel so nearly also completed the double when ﬁnishing second in the Group 2 Norfolk Stakes.

Last year, Rohaan won the Group 3 Pavilion Stakes before following up in the Wokingham Stakes at Royal Ascot over the same course

We hope that some of the winners today will return to the track in June for further success at Royal Ascot.

Chipotle and Charles Bishop winning the Royal Ascot Two-Year-Old Trial in 2021

TODAY’S SPONSORS Ascot would like to take this opportunity to thank today’s race sponsors for their generous support.

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Naas Racecourse is located in Ireland in the heart of the thoroughbred county of Kildare. The course hosts 20 meetings a year including both flat and national hunt racing. We are delighted to be associated with Ascot today ahead of our own Royal Ascot Trials Day on May 15th. This is one of the flagship meetings in the Irish and Naas racing calendar, especially for those preparing for Royal Ascot glory. A number of high-quality horses have won at Naas before success at the Royal Meeting. Visit naasracecourse.com to find out more. The European Breeders’ Fund was established in 1983 and is funded predominantly by contributions from stallion owners. In Great Britain, the British EBF have provided over £38,000,000 of additional prize money to the racing industry. ebfstallions.com

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Based in Saint-Imier in Switzerland since 1832, the watchmaking company Longines wields expertise steeped in tradition, elegance and performance. With generations of experience as official timekeeper of world championships, and as partner of international sports federations, Longines has built strong and long-lasting relationships in the world of sport over the years. Known for the elegance of its timepieces, Longines is a member of Swatch Group Ltd., the world’s leading watch manufacturer. The Longines brand, with its winged hourglass emblem, is established in over 150 countries. longines.com

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Founded in 2012, Merriebelle Stable combined the U.S. thoroughbred interests of long-time business partners John Moores and Charles Noell, and in Europe, acquired the bloodstock developed by the former Kilfrush Stud, including Immortal Verse. Now based out of stables at Ardbraccan House, in County Meath, Ireland, Merriebelle is engaged in breeding, ﬂat racing and steeplechase in America, Europe and Australia.

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Save 10% when you become a Queen Anne Member today. For just £89 (usually £99), the Queen Anne Memberships allows entry to four Ascot Racedays, entry to one premium raceday and priority Royal Ascot booking, and there is no joining fee. To ﬁnd out more, visit our Memberships at Ascot Team at their stand inside the Grandstand Concourse in between Core B and C.

A S C OT S P O N S O R S

O F F I C I A L PA R T N E R S , SPONSORS AND SUPPLIERS O F F I C I A L PA R T N E R S

OFFICIAL SPONSORS

OFFICIAL SUPPLIERS

SOMETHING A BIT DIFFERENT

FIRST TWO PICK THE FIRST TWO HORSES IN THE CORRECT ORDER - A POPULAR BET WHEN THERE IS A HOT FAVOURITE IN THE RACE

USEFUL INFORMATION CLOAKROOM There are cloakroom facilities available at Ticket Office West. Any additional cloakrooms in operation will be marked on the map within this racecard.

BABY CHANGING FACILITIES These are located in the male and female toilets at the following locations: Grandstand Entrance A – all levels Grandstand Entrance B – all levels except 3 and 5 Grandstand Entrance C – all levels except 6 Grandstand Entrance D – all levels There are also baby changing facilities next to the Boxholders’ Entrance.

PARENT AND BABY ROOM There is a parent and baby room located next to the Boxholders’ Entrance.

LOST CHILD POLICY Free wristbands are available from all entrances for children and vulnerable racegoers to aid with a lost child/person. If this situation does arise, racegoers are encouraged to contact the nearest steward who will assist them to the Main Reception in the Queen Anne Building.

OVER 18 WRISTBANDS Ascot operates a strict over 18+ policy for the purchase of alcohol. Racegoers over 18 can collect an 18+ wristband from any racecard kiosk with photographic proof of age.

PHOTOGRAPHY Racegoers are permitted to take photographs for personal use but photography for publication or commercial purposes is only permitted by Ascot accredited photographers.

PAYMENT METHODS We accept cash, card and Apple Pay across the site, however, not all outlets will take all payment methods, each outlet will be signed as to what payment methods are accepted.

CASHPOINTS There are cashpoint machines located on the Grandstand Concourse, close to Grandstand Entrances B and C.

SMOKING AREAS Smoking is only permitted in external areas.

CAR PARKS Please note that car parks close at 9pm and are not open overnight.

LOCAL TAXIS Ascot Cars – 01344 297297, Cedar Cars – 01344 872777

BARS Bars will close 30 minutes after the last race.

A S C OT ’S S P O N S O R S Ascot would like to thank all our 2022 sponsors. O F F I C I A L PA R T N E R S

QIPCO, Longines, Howden OFFICIAL SPONSORS

Moët & Chandon, Peroni Italia OFFICIAL SUPPLIERS

Betfred, Dubai Duty Free, Fenwick, Fever-Tree, Flexjet, Garrard, Hallgarten & Novum Wines, Harrogate Water, Lavazza, Magnum, Porsche, Slingsby, Sodexo R AC E S P O N S O R S

Mrs Anne Cowley

John Guest Racing Ltd

A Garden for All Seasons

Keeneland

Ascot Underwriting Ltd

LondonMetric

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Merriebelle Stable

bet365

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Betfair

Monfort Communications

Byrne Group Plc

Oakman Group

Carey Group Plc

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Chanelle Pharma

Property Raceday

Chapel Down

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European Breeders Fund

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Fortnum & Mason

Troy Asset Management

Grundon Waste

Tote

Hascombe & Valiant Stud

Victoria Racing Club

Hi-Speed Services

War Horse Memorial 15

AWAY RACING FROM WOLVERHAMPTON & PONTEFRACT PONTEFRACT Race 1 2.00

Race 2 2.35 5f 3y

1 DAPPER MAN (IRE) 9-11 Roger Fell Oisin McSweeney Form: 13-6, Probable S.P.: 11-4 2 LOST MY SOCK (IRE) 9-7 Tim Easterby Brandon Wilkie (10) Form: 30-0, Probable S.P.: 15-2 3 KING OF TONGA (IRE) 9-6 Declan Carroll Zak Wheatley (6) Form: 2-15, Probable S.P.: 7-2 4 BIRKENHEAD (GB) 9-3 Paul Midgley Ryan Sexton (3) Form: 0-20, Probable S.P.: 8-1 5 RED WALLS (GB) 9-2 Lisa Williamson Gianluca Sanna (3) Form: 431, Probable S.P.: 4-1 6 HIGH SECURITY (GB) 9-1 Nigel Tinkler Alex Jary (8) Form: 1-04, Probable S.P.: 15-2

1 GULMARG (IRE) S. P. C. Woods Form:

5f 3y

9-5

David Egan Probable S.P.: 4-1

2 JM JUNGLE (IRE) 9-5 John Quinn Jason Hart Form: Probable S.P.: 9-2

9-5

3 RAMAZAN (IRE) Richard Fahey Form:

Paul Hanagan Probable S.P.: 7-2

4 YAHSAT (IRE) K. R. Burke Form: 2,

Cliﬀord Lee Probable S.P.: 5-4

9-0

Race 3 3.10

1m 2f 5y

1 BOOKMARK (GB) 9-7 Mark Loughnane Stefano Cherchi (3) Form: 145-, Probable S.P.: 17-2

Race 5 4.21

1 THE MENSTONE GEM (IRE) 9-7 Craig Lidster Sam James Form: 122-, Probable S.P.: 13-2

2 CARRIGILLIHY (GB) 9-6 Tim Easterby Jason Hart Form: 64-5, Probable S.P.: 13-2

2 SKITTLEBOMBZ (GB) 9-6 Hugo Palmer Ben Curtis Form: 521-, Probable S.P.: 4-1

3 LOVE YOUR WORK (IRE) 9-6 Rebecca Menzies Phil Dennis Form: 121, Probable S.P.: 15-8

3 LEAP ABROAD (IRE) 9-5 Paul & Oliver Cole Mohammed Tabti (7) Form: 1-22, Probable S.P.: 9-2

4 WHATWOULDYOUKNOW (IRE) 9-4 Nigel Tinkler Sophie Clements (7) Form: 004, Probable S.P.: 11-1

4 HOOKED ON YOU (IRE) 9-1 K. R. Burke P. J. McDonald Form: 30-1, Probable S.P.: 11-4

Ben Curtis Probable S.P.: 8-1

9-2

5 KENTUCKY ROSE (GB) 9-0 Kevin Ryan Tom Eaves Form: 512-, Probable S.P.: 15-2

6 SWINTON NOON (GB) 8-10 Michael Appleby Erika Parkinson (7) Form: 604, Probable S.P.: 13-2

6 THE DUNKIRK LADS (GB) 8-13 Tim Easterby Duran Fentiman Form: 63-0, Probable S.P.: 18-1

7 QUOTELINE DIRECT (GB) 8-2 Micky Hammond Silvestre De Sousa Form: 423, Probable S.P.: 7-1

7 RIVERSWAY (GB) 8-10 Julie Camacho Paul Hanagan Form: 16-, Probable S.P.: 12-1

5 SPANTIK (GB) Roger Fell Form: 441-,

Race 4 3.50 1 TANGLED (IRE) Gemma Tutty Form: 536-,

1m 6y

9-7

Race 6 4.55

1m 6y

9-5

1 AL BAAHY (GB) Kevin Frost Form: 022-,

P. J. McDonald Probable S.P.: 7-2

2 EILEAN DUBH (IRE) 9-7 K. R. Burke Sam James Form: 251, Probable S.P.: 13-8

2 MAGURO (FR) Archie Watson Form: 06,

Kevin Stott Probable S.P.: 11-1

3 VALORANT (GB) 9-5 Scott Dixon Jonathan Fisher (5) Form: 12/5-, Probable S.P.: 11-1

3 MISSED THE CUT (USA) 9-5 George Boughey Ben Curtis Form: 4, Probable S.P.: 13-8

Harry Russell (3) Probable S.P.: 15-2

9-5

4 TIBERIO FORCE (GB) 9-5 Simon Whitaker Phil Dennis Form: Probable S.P.: 50-1

5 GLOBAL SPIRIT (GB) 9-5 Roger Fell Jason Hart Form: 05-0, Probable S.P.: 15-2

5 ARAB CINDER (IRE) 9-0 Roger Varian David Egan Form: 45-, Probable S.P.: 11-4

8-13

6 TEESCOMPONENTSTWO (GB) 9-0 David & Nicola Barron Jason Hart Form: Probable S.P.: 20-1

4 RAMIRO (IRE) Brian Ellison Form: 000-,

6 YANIFER (GB) Harriet Bethell Form: 20-5,

Kevin Stott Probable S.P.: 11-2

Ben Curtis Probable S.P.: 9-2

9-5

Race 7 5.30

1m 6y

1 WILLING TO PLEASE (GB) 9-9 Philip Kirby Ryan Sexton (7) Form: 4-04, Probable S.P.: 8-1 2 ODD SOCKS HAVANA (GB) 9-9 Rebecca Menzies P. J. McDonald Form: 221, Probable S.P.: 5-1 3 OTTO OYL (GB) 9-8 David & Nicola Barron Jason Hart Form: 60-1, Probable S.P.: 4-1 4 KRYSTAL MAZE (IRE) 9-7 Ollie Pears Kevin Stott Form: 5-10, Probable S.P.: 16-1 5 SUSIE JAVEA (GB) 9-5 Ollie Pears Tom Eaves Form: 056, Probable S.P.: 16-1 6 ROCKET DANCER (GB) 9-4 Michael & David Easterby Joanna Mason (3) Form: 600-, Probable S.P.: 28-1 7 UPALNITETOGETLUCKY (GB) 9-4 Jessica Macey Ben Sanderson (3) Form: 500, Probable S.P.: 100-1 8 AMALFI SALSA (IRE) 9-3 Marco Botti Silvestre De Sousa Form: 253, Probable S.P.: 13-2

9 IRON SHERIFF (IRE) 9-3 Roger Fell Ben Curtis Form: 6-04, Probable S.P.: 10-1 10 DIVINE CONNECTION (GB) 9-3 Craig Lidster Sam James Form: 224, Probable S.P.: 14-1 11 PADDY ELLIOTT (IRE) 9-0 Brian Ellison Harry Russell (3) Form: 000, Probable S.P.: 50-1 12 BIG DUTCHIE (IRE) 8-13 Phillip Makin Tony Hamilton Form: 20-0, Probable S.P.: 28-1 13 KODIMOOR (IRE) 8-12 Mark Walford Dougie Costello Form: 666-, Probable S.P.: 28-1 14OUTOFTHEGLOOM (GB) 8-12 Brian Rothwell Connor Murtagh (3) Form: 0-00, Probable S.P.: 150-1 15 STONEY LANE (GB) 8-12 Simon Whitaker Mark Winn (7) Form: 00-0, Probable S.P.: 66-1

WOLVERHAMPTON Race 1 1.05 2m 120y

1 CHIVERS (IRE) 11-0 Daniel Steele Mr Freddie Mitchell Form: 110///-, Probable S.P.: 33-1 2 CLIFFTOP HEAVEN (GB) 11-0 Archie WatsonMiss Brodie Hampson Form: 060, Probable S.P.: 14-1 3 CHEF DE TROUPE (FR) 10-12 Tony Forbes Mr Matthew Ennis (3) Form: 352, Probable S.P.: 11-2 4 PERCY PROSECCO (GB) 10-11 Archie Watson Non Runner Form: 4-02, Probable S.P.: 5-1 5 DONYA (IRE) Ian Williams Form: 060,

10-10

Mr Josh Agar (7) Probable S.P.: 20-1

6 FRAME RATE (GB) 10-10 Carroll Gray Mr Oscar Palmer (7) Form: 3-13, Probable S.P.: 11-2 7 UNCLE BERNIE (IRE) 10-9 Sarah Hollinshead Miss Serena Brotherton Form: 5-45, Probable S.P.: 8-1 8 MAGELLAN (GB) 10-9 Philip Kirby Mr Henry Newcombe (5) Form: 036, Probable S.P.: 16-1 9 GRANDSCAPE (GB) 10-8 Ali Stronge Miss Sophie Smith Form: 30-4, Probable S.P.: 12-1 10HE CAN DANCE (IRE) 10-7 Gary Brown Miss Isabelle Ryder (7) Form: 440-, Probable S.P.: 28-1 11 GAVIN (GB) Joe Ponting Form: 00-0,

10-6

Mr Frederick Tett Probable S.P.: 20-1

12 GO ON GAL (IRE) 10-5 Sarah Humphrey Mr Jack Wilmot (5) Form: 5-00, Probable S.P.: 33-1

Race 2 1.35

1m 142y

1 BOULIVAR (IRE) 9-9 S. P. C. Woods Ross Coakley Form: 15, Probable S.P.: 11-2 2 BONDI MAN (GB) 9-2 Richard Hughes Pat Cosgrave Form: 364-, Probable S.P.: 13-2 3 FIFTEENTHAMENDMENT (USA) 9-2 Marco Botti Neil Callan Form: 36-, Probable S.P.: 13-2 4 TRUE FORCE (GB) 9-2 Roger Teal David Probert Form: 0-0, Probable S.P.: 50-1 5 CROSSBEAU (IRE) 9-0 Les Eyre Cam Hardie Form: Probable S.P.: 25-1 6 PANGLOSS (GB) 9-0 Alan King Martin Harley Form: 6-32, Probable S.P.: 7-2 7 SONAIRT (FR) Henry Spiller Form: 3,

9-0

Ray Dawson Probable S.P.: 15-2

8 THE MOUSE KING (IRE) 9-0 Julia Feilden Dylan Hogan Form: 0-5, Probable S.P.: 9-1 9 THE SPOTLIGHT KID (GB) 9-0 Dean Ivory Hollie Doyle Form: 5, Probable S.P.: 10-1 10HANNAH’S RETURN (GB) 8-11 Gary Brown Sam Hitchcott Form: 00, Probable S.P.: 150-1 11 PEARL REEF (GB) Mark Loughnane Form: 04,

8-11

Non Runner Probable S.P.:

12 GOODISON GIRL (GB) 8-9 Ed de Giles Pierre-Louis Jamin (3) Form: 0-0, Probable S.P.: 100-1

13 KING CHRISTOPHE (IRE) 10-5 Adrian Keatley Mr Toby Wynne (3) Form: 304, Probable S.P.: 25-1

Race 3 2.10

1m 4f 51y

1m 1f 104y

David Probert Probable S.P.: 11-2

2 NAJEEBA (GB) 9-6 Harry & Roger Charlton Hollie Doyle Form: 01-1, Probable S.P.: 2-5

2 SANDY PARADISE (IRE) 9-8 Richard Hannon Thore Hammer Hansen Form: 00-0, Probable S.P.: 14-1

Dylan Hogan Probable S.P.: 17-2

9-2

3 YOUNG WINSTON (GB) 9-7 Mark Loughnane Ray Dawson Form: 5-40, Probable S.P.: 25-1

4 PERIPETEIA (GB) 8-13 Philip Kirby Cam Hardie Form: 1-56, Probable S.P.: 25-1

4 BENJAMIN BEAR (IRE) 9-6 Alan King Martin Harley Form: 056-, Probable S.P.: 6-1

3 ENGRAVE (GB) Julia Feilden Form: 346,

9-7

Race 4 2.45

1 FEARLESS BAY (IRE) 9-8 Ed Dunlop Hollie Doyle Form: 51-5, Probable S.P.: 9-2

1 ROZALIA (GB) James Fanshawe Form: 320/-,

5 SENSE OF SECURITY (GB) 9-6 George Baker Pat Cosgrave Form: 6-30, Probable S.P.: 11-2 6 VOODOO RAY (IRE) 9-5 Gary Moore Tom Queally Form: 650-, Probable S.P.: 14-1 7 WHITCLIFFE (IRE) 9-5 Charlie & Mark Johnston Marco Ghiani Form: 60-0, Probable S.P.: 12-1 8 MIDGETONAMISSION (IRE) 9-2 David Evans Gina Mangan (5) Form: 360, Probable S.P.: 18-1 9 AWAY WIT DA FAIRYS (IRE) 9-2 Alice Haynes Kieran O’Neill Form: 413, Probable S.P.: 3-1

Race 5 3.20

6f 20y

1 TRUE JEM (FR) 9-9 K. R. Burke Pierre-Louis Jamin (3) Form: 636, Probable S.P.: 8-1

Race 6 4.00

6f 20y

1 THEREHEGOES (GB) 9-8 Robyn Brisland Robert Havlin Form: 560, Probable S.P.: 8-1

2 GO RAZZMATAZZ (IRE) 9-7 Robyn Brisland Ray Dawson Form: 6-14, Probable S.P.: 9-4

2 SIR DUKE (GB) Nikki Evans Form: 020,

9-8

3 JANAAT (IRE) 9-5 Mark Loughnane Hollie Doyle Form: 560-, Probable S.P.: 14-1

3 DARBUCKS (IRE) 9-7 Christopher Kellett Hollie Doyle Form: 0-24, Probable S.P.: 12-1

4 HOT LEGS LIL (IRE) 9-3 Joseph Tuite Robert Havlin Form: 52-4, Probable S.P.: 9-1

4 CAPE CORNWALL ROSE (IRE) 9-7 Sir Mark Todd David Probert Form: 003-, Probable S.P.: 8-1

5 WOODLANDS CHARM (IRE) 9-1 Nigel Tinkler Cam Hardie Form: 116-, Probable S.P.: 8-1

5 JAAS YARD (IRE) 9-6 John Butler George Wood Form: 550, Probable S.P.: 33-1

6 ROSEBERRY TOPPING (GB) 9-0 Andrew Balding David Probert Form: 003-, Probable S.P.: 10-3

6 OXYGEN THIEF (IRE) 9-5 Chelsea Banham Joey Haynes Form: 000, Probable S.P.: 33-1

7 LIV LUCKY (IRE) 8-9 Charlie & Mark Johnston Jonny Peate (7) Form: 240, Probable S.P.: 7-1

7 RECKON I’M HOT (GB) 9-5 Gary Moore Tom Queally Form: 0-25, Probable S.P.: 13-2

Gina Mangan (5) Probable S.P.: 40-1

8 TILSWORTH ONY TA (GB) 9-4 J. R. Jenkins Ray Dawson Form: 532, Probable S.P.: 4-1 9 GOLDEN GAL (IRE) 9-3 Ollie Pears Cam Hardie Form: 20-1, Probable S.P.: 5-1 10ARPINA (IRE) Julia Feilden Form: 425,

8-13

Dylan Hogan Probable S.P.: 14-1

11 BELOVED OF ALL (IRE) 8-12 Christine Dunnett Kieran O’Neill Form: 0-33, Probable S.P.: 25-1 12 BRAZEN IDOL (GB) 8-12 Simon Pearce Pat Cosgrave Form: 00-4, Probable S.P.: 16-1

Race 7 4.30

7f 36y

1 ACROSS THE NILE (GB) 9-10 Mark Loughnane Hollie Doyle Form: 121, Probable S.P.: 9-4 2 PORT NOIR (GB) 9-7 Robert Stephens Marco Ghiani Form: 000, Probable S.P.: 14-1 3 LIGHT LILY (GB) John Butler Form: 622,

9-7

Luke Catton (5) Probable S.P.: 2-1

4 COOL VIXEN (IRE) 9-0 Robyn Brisland David Probert Form: 523, Probable S.P.: 4-1 5 VIVENCY (USA) John Mackie Form: 02-0,

8-11

Cam Hardie Probable S.P.: 16-1

6 HURRICANE HELEN (GB) 8-10 Rod Millman Ross Coakley Form: 60-6, Probable S.P.: 11-1

MANNY MERCER Emmanuel ‘Manny’ Mercer, one of the finest Flat jockeys of his generation, is honoured at Ascot today by The Manny Mercer Apprentice Handicap, writes John O’Hara. Few riders in the 1950s commanded as much respect as Manny, who was twice successful in English Classics, winning the 1000 Guineas aboard Happy Laughter and 2000 Guineas on Darius. In 1952, he rode in the inaugural running of the Washington D.C. International at Laurel Park, where his winning ride on Wilwyn was described quite simply as ‘masterful’. In 1954, he finished runner-up in the Jockeys’ Championship, and during his career he enjoyed many notable successes at Royal Ascot. His first winner at the Royal Meeting was Primavera in the 1951 Queen Mary Stakes and he was led into racing’s most coveted Winners’ Enclosure on a further 17 occasions, with success in the 1958 Bessborough Stakes, on Huguenot, his final one.

Manny was married to Susan Wragg, daughter of legendary jockey and trainer Harry. The couple had two daughters Joanna and Carolyn. This naturally talented horseman was held in the highest regard and it was said that only Lester Piggott was worthy of being named his equal. His brother Joe, jockey to HM The Queen and a former champion, who passed away in 2021 expressed his pleasure at the naming of today’s race, which was run in Manny’s name for the first time in 2017. He said: “As a family, we have many great memories of Ascot Racecourse. We are all so grateful that Ascot has chosen to honour Manny’s legacy in this way.” Ascot are delighted to welcome Manny’s daughter Joanna here today to present mementos to the winning connections.

In 1959, just two months before Manny’s 31st birthday the racing world was bereft when it was announced he had died at the races. It was at the start of Ascot’s Red Deer Stakes when his mount, Priddy Fair, reared, resulting in a fatal fall from the saddle.

R AC E 1 1.50PM THE MANNY MERCER A P P R E N T I C E H A N D I C A P S TA K E S

RACE FINISH

(CLASS 3)

RACE START

STALLS: STANDS SIDE

One mile, royal hunt cup course (8f ) (1,600 metres) for four yrs old and upwards Total race value £15000. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6401; Second £3200; Third £1601; Fourth £800. (Penalty Value £8100) Weights raised 3lb & paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. A SS See page 62&63 for conditions of this race.

Ascot Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and £100 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

G O O D B I R T H DAY ( I R E ) ( 2 0 0 )

B g Dabirsim (FR) - Chica Loca (FR) (American Post) Owner: King Power Racing Co Ltd Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere Breeder: Ecurie Normandie Pur Sang Sponsor: King Power International Co Ltd

Draw Draw

No Horse

Jockey Harry Davies (7)

Horse Age: 6 Weight: 9 7 Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE hoop, striped sleeves, WHITE cap, ROYAL BLUE star. Form: 401003- D

TA H I T I A N P R I N C E ( F R ) ( 2 0 8 )

Draw

HHH Productive 2021 included winning the Zetland Gold Cup at Redcar in May and his creditable third at York on ﬁnal outing; 1m2f seems best for him nowadays and he last raced over 1m as a 2yo in 2018, but Harry Davies booking catches the eye. Oﬃcial BHA Rating 92

B g Siyouni (FR) - Tehamana (IRE) (Pleasantly Perfect (USA)) Owner: Thurloe Thoroughbreds XLIX Horse Age: 5 Weight: 9 4 Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough Colours: EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW Breeder: Mr Remi Boucret & Mr Gerard Duﬁt stripe, YELLOW cap. Sponsor: Osborne Studio Gallery Form: 311215- D

Liam Browne (5)

LY N D O N B ( I R E ) ( 2 1 7 )

Draw

HHHHH Highly progressive last year when one of his four wins was first time out; looked in good form when running on from off the pace over C&D on final outing; sole run on firmer than good was debut in 2019, so that leaves him something to prove, but 2021 record needs a lot of respect. Official BHA Rating 89

B g Charm Spirit (IRE) - Kelsey Rose (Most Welcome) Owner: P.DuﬀyD.SemmensVWilliamsRHarperMLoveday Horse Age: 6 Weight: 9 0 Trainer: John Flint, Bridgend Colours: YELLOW and ROYAL BLUE stripes, YELLOW sleeves, Breeder: Yeomanstown Stud ROYAL BLUE stars, DARK BLUE cap, YELLOW star. Sponsor: Tote Form: 051042- D

William Cox

4 M O S TAWA A ( G B ) ( 3 2 ) Ch g Poet’s Voice - Mumtaza (Nayef (USA)) Owner: The Haroldians Trainer: Heather Main, Wantage Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited Sponsor: Tote

Draw

HHH Wore cheekpieces on last six outings and won off career-low mark at Sandown last July; confirmed his resurgence with solid runs on last two outings but needs to find a bit extra to win this. Official BHA Rating 85

Laura Pearson

Horse Age: 6 Weight: 8 10 Colours: MAROON, WHITE stripe, halved sleeves. Form: 0005-65 D

E N O U G H A L R E A DY ( G B ) ( 2 1 )

B g Coach House (IRE) - Funny Enough (Dansili) Owner: Mr R. Barney Trainer: Henry Spiller, Newmarket Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud and Mrs M. E. Slade

Draw

HHH Can make the running, as when a close second in this race last year (favourite); an infrequent winner and he’s not started this season in the same form but he’s 7lb lower than this time last year. Oﬃcial BHA Rating 81

Horse Age: 6 Weight: 8 9 Colours: ROYAL BLUE, ORANGE disc. Form: 604-302 D

HHH No impact in his two starts here; usually ran with credit last May-September (including two wins over 1m on good to firm) and did so again at Kempton three weeks ago; probably needs to pull out a bit extra and connections turn to first-time headgear. Official BHA Rating 80

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Christian Howarth (5)

1 R E P E RTO I R E (G B ) ( 2 4 4 )

Draw

B g Bated Breath - Binche (USA) (Woodman (USA)) Owner: A Jackson, K Stewart & Partners Horse Age: 6 Weight: 8 9 Trainer: David Simcock, Newmarket Colours: WHITE, DARK BLUE seams, Breeder: Juddmonte Farms Ltd halved sleeves and star on cap. Sponsor: Al Basti Equiworld Form: 556500-

Saﬃe Osborne

HH Sole win when 2-9 in an AW novice; close third in this race last year off 11lb higher; did not repeat the form and tried blinkers on final outing; with a good record fresh, he’s not entirely ruled out. Official BHA Rating 80

H AT H L O O L ( I R E ) ( 4 )

Draw

B g Awtaad (IRE) - Majestic Jasmine (IRE) (New Approach (IRE)) Owner: The Horse Watchers 1 Weight: 8 6 Horse Age: 4 Trainer: Michael Appleby, Oakham Colours: BLACK, ORANGE seams and Breeder: John Kenny sleeves, BLACK cap. Form: 1-41003

Theodore Ladd

MARK OF RESPECT (IRE) (23)

Draw

HHH Three AW handicap wins around 1m2f since snapped up by current connections; creditable third of five at Doncaster (1m2f, good to firm) four days ago was the best of his light career on turf and he travelled best, so another go at 1m for this sometimes free-going sort could still be worth exploring. Official BHA Rating 77

B g Markaz (IRE) - Music Pearl (IRE) (Oratorio (IRE)) Owner: Berkeley Dollar Powell Horse Age: 4 Weight: 8 4 Trainer: Jonathan Portman, Upper Lambourn Colours: OLD GOLD, ROYAL BLUE Breeder: B. Kennedy & Mrs Ann Marie Kennedy Fleur de Lys and cap Sponsor: Pump Technology Limited Form: 12323-2 D

Tyler Heard (3)

H I STO RY W R I T E R ( I R E ) (63 )

Draw

HHHH Gained his first handicap win at Newmarket (1m, good to firm) last June; 5lb higher today, having been placed in all five starts since; the latest was at Windsor on reappearance; each-way claims again. Official BHA Rating 75

B g Canford Cliffs (IRE) - Abhasana (IRE) (Hawk Wing (USA)) Owner: Mrs K. B. Tester Horse Age: 7 Weight: 8 3 Trainer: Mark Hoad, Lewes Colours: RED, WHITE inverted triangle, BLACK Breeder: Kildaragh Stud sleeves, BLACK and RED quartered cap. Form: 0005-00 D

Aidan Keeley (5)

HH Easily best effort last year for David Menuisier was his eighth over C&D in the Royal Hunt Cup off 21lb higher; beat only one rival in the course of three runs (his only AW races) for new yard this winter, so it’s probably best to wait for him to show something more positive again. Official BHA Rating 74 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 5. Visor worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3.

Stewards Note: HATHLOOL: Following its run on 23/4/2022 it was reported that the horse ran too freely. 2021: KEYSER SOZE (IRE) 7 9 0 Angus Villiers 12-1 (Richard Spencer) 9 ran

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BETTING FORECAST:

7-2 Tahitian Prince (FR), 11-2 Good Birthday (IRE), 6-1 Mark of Respect (IRE), 13-2 Enough Already (GB), 8-1 Lyndon B (IRE), Mostawaa (GB), Hathlool (IRE), 14-1 Repertoire (GB), 50-1 History Writer (IRE)

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R AC E 2 2.25PM T H E R OYA L A S C O T T W O -Y E A R - O L D T R I A L C O N D I T I O N S S TA K E S ( C L A S S 2 ) RACE FINISH

( G B B R AC E ) Five furlongs (5f ) (1,000 metres) for two yrs old

RACE START

STALLS: STANDS SIDE

Total race value £15000. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6401; Second £3200; Third £1601; Fourth £800. (Penalty Value £8100) A SS See page 62&63 for conditions of this race.

Ascot Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and £100 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

M I C H A E L A’ S B O Y ( I R E ) ( 2 3 )

Draw Draw

No Horse

Ch c Ribchester (IRE) - Joyce Compton (IRE) (Tamayuz) Owner: Newtownstewart Construction UK Ltd Horse Age: 2 Weight: 9 5 Trainer: Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn Colours: BROWN, BEIGE epaulets, Breeder: Redpender Stud Ltd ORANGE sleeves, BEIGE cap. Sponsor: CRAIG GROUP LTD Form: 1 D

Jockey Shane Kelly

WHISTLE AND FLUTE (IRE) (13)

B c Dandy Man (IRE) - Maria Ormani (IRE) (Roderic O’Connor (IRE)) Owner: The Woodway 20 Horse Age: 2 Weight: 9 5 Trainer: Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury Colours: RED, DARK BLUE hoop, Breeder: Ballyhane quartered cap. Sponsor: ABM Catering Limited Form: 1 D

Draw

Foaled 25.3.2020. HHHH £28,000 yearling; dam 7f 2yo winner (RPR 75), sister to Japan 6f 2yo Grade 3 winner Meiner Eternel, half-sister to 5f 2yo Listed winner Warsaw out of half-sister to 6f 2yo Group 1 winner Silca’s Sister; 9-1, led 1f out and held on by a neck in nine-runner novice at Windsor (5f, good) 23 days ago; runner-up won next time; needs plenty of respect after that good start. Oﬃcial BHA Rating -

Charles Bishop

Foaled 31.3.2020. HHHH £13,000 yearling; second foal; dam unraced half-sister to 1m 2yo Group 2 winner Agnes Stewart and a 1m5f Listed winner; 7-2 second favourite, looked the winner a long way out, going on inside the last 2f, when well on top in nine-runner novice at Bath (5f, good to soft) 13 days ago; very promising, for trainer whose Chipotle made it 2-2 in this race last year. Oﬃcial BHA Rating -

BAKEEL (GB) (-)

Draw

Ch c Sioux Nation (USA) - Volute (FR) (Rock of Gibraltar (IRE)) Owner: Sheikh Abdullah Almalek Alsabah Horse Age: 2 Weight: 9 2 Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere Colours: WHITE, GOLD braid, GREEN Breeder: Volute Partnership sleeves, GREEN cap with GOLD tassel. Form:

Jack Mitchell

Foaled 24.1.2020. HHH €31,000 foal, €77,000 yearling; ﬁrst foal; dam French 8.5f/1m1f winner, half-sister to Group-placed 1m-12.5f winner Vespera out of 1m-winning half-sister to 1m 2yo Group 3 winner Volta and 1m 2yo/1m1f Group 3 winner Calvados Blues; by speedy sire and hails from a leading yard. Oﬃcial BHA Rating -

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B c Brazen Beau (AUS) - Posy Fossil (USA) (Malibu Moon (USA)) Owner: The Attwater Partnership Horse Age: 2 Weight: 9 2 Trainer: Michael Attwater, Epsom Colours: GREY, DARK BLUE stars, Breeder: J. W. Parry PINK sleeves. Form:

R N-

D AY YA N ( I R E ) ( - )

B c Kodiac - Dutch Destiny (Dutch Art) Owner: Mr Jassim Bin Ali Al Attiyah Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud

Horse Age: 2 Weight: 9 2 Colours: MAROON, GOLD stars, MAROON cap, GOLD star. Form:

Foaled 18.3.2020. HHH £40,000 yearling; third foal; brother to 5f AW winner Alaskan Jewel (RPR 72), half-brother to 6f winner Bomb Squad (including 2yo/AW; 63); dam 7f 2yo/6f winner (95) out of 6f Listed winner; from a powerful yard that’s up and running with its 2yos. Oﬃcial BHA Rating -

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Non Runner

Oﬃcial BHA Rating -

Draw

NON RUNNER

Draw

4 BIG DRIFT (GB) (-)

Sean Levey

2 F R AG R A N C E ( G B ) ( 1 3 )

B f Oasis Dream - Bahamadam (Bahamian Bounty) Owner: Highclere T’Bred Racing -Albert Einstein Trainer: Charlie & Mark Johnston, Middleham Breeder: J. P. Repard Sponsor: Highclere Thoroughbred Racing Ltd

Draw

Joe Fanning

Horse Age: 2 Weight: 8 11 Colours: LIGHT BLUE, DARK BLUE armlets, DARK BLUE cap. Form: 2

Foaled 20.2.2020. HHHHH 105,000gns yearling; first foal; dam 6f 2yo/7f winner (RPR 91), half-sister to very useful 6f-1m winner Upper Hand out of half-sister to Group 1 winners Lady Of Chad (1m) and Alcazar (15.5f); 8-1, always front rank and rallied well when second of six to a striking winner in Newmarket novice (5f, good) 13 days ago; that was a fine start and probably makes her the form pick. Official BHA Rating -

2021: CHIPOTLE 2 9 5 Charles Bishop 6-5 (Eve Johnson Houghton) 4 ran

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BETTING FORECAST:

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R AC E 3 3.00PM T H E N A A S R AC E C O U R S E R OYA L A S C O T T R I A L S DAY B R I T I S H E B F F I L L I E S ’ C O N D I T I O N S S TA K E S ( C L A S S 3 ) ( G B B R AC E )

RACE FINISH

Old mile (7f abt 213yds) (1,500 metres) for three yrs old ﬁllies

RACE START STALLS: INSIDE

Total race value £20000. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8534; Second £4266; Third £2134; Fourth £1066. (Penalty Value £10800) SS See page 62&63 for conditions of this race.

Naas Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and £100 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

No Horse

Draw

K I N G S J OY ( G B ) ( 1 4 7 )

Draw

B f Kingman - Golden Laughter (USA) (Bernardini (USA)) Owner: Mr A. E. Oppenheimer Horse Age: 3 Weight: 9 3 Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket Colours: BLACK and WHITE (halved), Breeder: Hascombe & Valiant Stud Ltd sleeves reversed, RED cap. Sponsor: Tote Form: 1D

Jockey Frankie Dettori

M U K A D DA M A H ( G B ) ( 8 9 )

B f New Approach (IRE) - Craighall (Dubawi (IRE)) Owner: Shadwell Estate Company Ltd Horse Age: 3 Weight: 9 3 Trainer: Roger Varian, Newmarket Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE Breeder: Whatton Manor Stud epaulets, striped cap. Form: 1

Draw

HHHH Half-sister to 7f winner Sense Of Humour (RPR 78); dam a maiden half-sister to 2,000 Guineas winner Footstepsinthesand; second favourite, always prominent to win nine-runner novice at Lingfield (1m, AW) five months ago by 1l despite looking green; the form has taken some knocks but this filly looked open to plenty of progress. Official BHA Rating -

Jim Crowley

HHHH 80,000gns yearling; 8-13 for a nine-runner novice at Wolverhampton (8.6f, AW) three months ago and she won it with a late bid after very slow start; the form does not look exciting but she could be capable of a lot better. Oﬃcial BHA Rating -

QUEENLET (IRE) (186)

B f Kingman - Tesoro (IRE) (Galileo (IRE)) Owner: Mr James Wigan Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket Breeder: James Wigan

Draw

Tom Marquand

Horse Age: 3 Weight: 9 3 Colours: CHERRY, CORNFLOWER BLUE sash and cap. Form: 01D

HHHHH Showed promise at Newmarket (7f, good to soft) on debut and led 1f out to justify favouritism in nine-runner novice at Newbury (1m, soft) later in October; could be useful prospect, so should go well. Oﬃcial BHA Rating -

S TA R F R O M A FA R H H ( G B ) ( 2 2 2 )

Draw

B f Farhh - Tears of The Sun (Mastercraftsman (IRE)) Owner: Dr Bridget Drew & Partners Horse Age: 3 Weight: 9 3 Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere Colours: DARK BLUE, LIGHT BLUE epaulets, DARK Breeder: Mildmay Bloodstock Ltd BLUE and ORANGE striped sleeves, ORANGE cap. Sponsor: Mildmay Farm & Stud Ltd Form: 164-

James Doyle

HHH Won Newmarket (7f, good to firm) in July but failed to improve and finished last in Group 3 at Sandown (7f, good) and a conditions stakes at Newbury (7f, good to soft); that’s good form in this context but she looks vulnerable if any of the others step up. Official BHA Rating 83

ETERNAL PEARL (GB) (-)

B f Frankel - Pearly Steph (FR) (Oasis Dream) Owner: Godolphin Trainer: Charlie Appleby, Newmarket Breeder: SCEA Haras de Saint Pair Sponsor: Emirates Fly Better

Horse Age: 3 Weight: 8 Colours: ROYAL BLUE. Form:

Draw

HHH 700,000gns yearling; third foal; half-sister to 1m4f/1m6f winner True Courage (RPR 87); dam French 1m winner (including Listed; 102), closely related to 7f Group 3 winner Pearls Galore, half-sister to 1m3f Group 3 winner Lucky Lycra out of 1m3f Group 3 winner; late foal; hooded for debut but, from such a powerful yard, needs a very close look. Oﬃcial BHA Rating -

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William Buick

3 G R A N D E DA M E ( G B ) ( - )

Draw

B f Lope de Vega (IRE) - Minwah (IRE) (Oasis Dream) Owner: Mrs Tabor, Mrs MV Magnier, Mrs Shanahan Horse Age: 3 Weight: 8 11 Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket Colours: BLACK, WHITE disc, striped Breeder: Whatton Manor Stud sleeves and cap. Sponsor: Ashford Stud Form:

Ryan Moore

HHH 105,000gns yearling; fourth foal; half-sister to 5f-1m winner Blyton (RPR 90); unraced dam closely related to 1m Listed winners Arctic Gyr and Festivale out of French 1m4f winner; with her top yard also running Kings Joy, the market should give big clues. Oﬃcial BHA Rating Hood worn ﬁrst time by No. 5.

2021: CREATIVE FLAIR (IRE) 3 9 3 William Buick 9-4 (Charlie Appleby) 6 ran

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BETTING FORECAST:

10-3 Mukaddamah (GB), 7-2 Kings Joy (GB), Eternal Pearl (GB), 9-2 Queenlet (IRE), 15-2 Grande Dame (GB), 14-1 Star From Afarhh (GB)

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5f (2yo)

58.80 secs by No Nay Never age 2 wt 9-1 good to firm, 20/06/13

5f (3yo+)

57.44 secs by Miss Andretti age 6 wt 9-1 good to firm, 19/06/07

6f (2yo)

1 min 12.39 secs by Rajasinghe age 2 wt 9-1 good to firm, 20/06/17

6f (3yo+)

1 min 11.05 secs by Blue Point age 3 wt 9-1 good to firm, 03/05/17

7f (2yo)

1 min 25.73 secs by Pinatubo age 2 wt 9-3 good, 22/06/19

7f (3yo+)

1 min 24.28 secs by Galician age 4 wt 8-11 good to firm, 27/07/13

1m round (2yo)

1 min 39.55 secs by Joshua Tree age 2 wt 8-12 good, 26/09/09

1m round (3yo+)

1 min 35.89 secs by Alpha Centauri age 3 wt 9-0 good to firm, 22/06/18

1m straight (3yo+)

1 min 36.60 secs by Ribchester age 4 wt 9-0 good to firm, 20/06/17

1m 2f

2 mins 1.90 secs by The Fugue age 5 wt 8-11 good to firm, 18/06/14

1m 4f

2 mins 24.60 secs by Novellist age 4 wt 9-7 good to firm, 27/07/13

1m 6f

3 mins 0.89 secs by Kew Gardens age 3 wt 9-0 good to firm, 20/06/18

3 mins 24.12 secs by Mizzou age 4 wt 8-12 good to firm, 29/04/15

2m 4f

4 mins 16.92 secs by Rite of Passage age 6 wt 9-2 good to firm, 17/06/10

2m 51/2f

4 mins 45.24 secs by Pallasator age 9 wt 9-2 good to firm, 23/06/18

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R AC E 4 3.35PM T H E LO N G I N E S S AG A R O S TA K E S RACE FINISH

(CLASS 1) (GROUP 3)(A GOLD CUP TRIAL) About two miles (15f 209yds) (3,100 metres) for four yrs old and upwards

RACE START STALLS: INSIDE

Total race value £80000. Owners Prize Money. Winner £35648; Second £14632; Third £7320; Fourth £3656; Fifth £1832; Sixth £912. (Penalty Value £45368) A SS See page 62&63 for conditions of this race.

Longines will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer, jockey, groom and £200 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

CALLING THE WIND (IRE) (31)

Draw Draw

No Horse

B g Authorized (IRE) - Al Jasrah (IRE) (Shirocco (GER)) Owner: Mrs J. A. Wakeﬁeld Horse Age: 6 Weight: 9 2 Trainer: Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn Colours: PURPLE, WHITE sleeves, Breeder: Mount Brilliat Broodmares 11 Llc PURPLE stars, PURPLE cap, WHITE star. Sponsor: Black Castle Sports Management Ltd Form: 21232-3 C

Jockey Pat Dobbs

HH 40-1 second in the 2m5f Queen Alexandra at Royal Ascot last year signalled a new standing, which he conﬁrmed in handicaps with a 2m4f win at Goodwood followed by excellent places over 1m4f (twice) and 2m2f; third in a conditions stakes one month ago suggested he would soon return to his best but he needs a new high to improve past today’s Group-race rivals. Oﬃcial BHA Rating 105

ENEMY (GB) (11)

B g Muhaarar - Prudenzia (IRE) (Dansili) Owner: Tracey Bell & Caroline Lyons Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch Breeder: Ecurie Des Monceaux & Skymarc Farm Inc Sponsor: Helicentreuk

Draw

William Buick

Horse Age: 5 Weight: 9 2 Colours: ROYAL BLUE, ORANGE hoop and armlets, hooped cap. Form: 402-041 C

N AY E F R O A D ( I R E ) ( 4 6 )

Draw

HHHH With new yard this season and hit new heights with a major step up in trip to 1m6f when fourth in Group 3 at Meydan (good) and running away with a valuable handicap at Musselburgh (good to soft); 2m asks another new question but this half-brother to Group 1 winners Magic Wand and Chicquita looks well capable of Group-race success himself. Oﬃcial BHA Rating 108

Ch h Galileo (IRE) - Rose Bonheur (Danehill Dancer (IRE)) Owner: Mr Mohamed Obaida Horse Age: 6 Weight: 9 2 Trainer: Charlie & Mark Johnston, Middleham Colours: ROYAL BLUE, RED epaulets, Breeder: B. V. Sangster striped cap. Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd Form: 531-404 D

Joe Fanning

4 QUICKTHORN (GB) (21)

Draw

HHH Won this race in 2020 when it was run at Newcastle and good third in it here on reappearance last term; out of form afterwards last season until he won a Listed race on final start and he’s reverted to not firing on all cylinders in his three races this term, so brings very mixed messages. Official BHA Rating 107

B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Daffydowndilly (Oasis Dream) Owner: Lady Blyth Horse Age: 5 Weight: 9 2 Trainer: Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley Colours: PALE BLUE, CAMPBELL TARTAN Breeder: Lemington Grange Stud hooped sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap. Sponsor: Bridgend Hotel Form: 02140-2 C

Tom Marquand

TA S H K H A N ( I R E ) ( 1 9 3 )

Draw

HHHH One of his steps up the ladder last season saw him win a handicap at Royal Ascot (heavy); two more were his second in the Ebor and winning a conditions stakes, both 1m6f on good, before two lesser shows in Group races; while no match for top stayer Trueshan three weeks ago, that was a satisfactory reappearance and he’s well worth this second attempt at about 2m; unraced on ﬁrmer than good; player if the ground is okay. Oﬃcial BHA Rating 108 B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Tarziyna (IRE) (Raven’s Pass (USA)) Owner: Mr P. Boyle Horse Age: 4 Weight: 9 0 Trainer: Brian Ellison, Malton Colours: LIGHT BLUE, DARK BLUE Breeder: His Highness The Aga Khan’s Studs S.C. hollow box, striped sleeves and cap. Sponsor: Brian Ellison Racing Limited Form: 012552-

HHHH Made huge progress last season, on final start finishing second to top stayer Trueshan over C&D (good to soft) and giving him something to think about; will stay further and looks a serious Gold Cup prospect but the ground is a possible concern because it was good to firm here (his only race on firmer than good) on the only occasion last year that he clearly underperformed. Official BHA Rating 116

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Ben Robinson

WORDSWORTH (IRE) (20)

Ch c Galileo (IRE) - Chelsea Rose (IRE) (Desert King (IRE)) Owner: Mr D. Smith, Mrs J. Magnier, Mr M. Tabor Horse Age: 4 Weight: 9 0 Trainer: Aidan O’Brien, Ireland Colours: PURPLE, WHITE seams, Breeder: Barronstown Stud striped sleeves, PURPLE cap. Form: 23255-1

Draw

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Ryan Moore

P R I N C E S S ZO E (G E R ) (6 0)

Draw

HHHHH Placed last summer over 1m6f in the Queen’s Vase here (good ﬁrm; rallied very strongly) and at 1m4f in the Irish Derby and Grand Prix de Paris; form has dipped in his latest three outings and he only scraped a win when 4-11 in a minor event over nearly 1m6f at Gowran Park three weeks ago, but he could still be a very interesting prospect for 2m+. Oﬃcial BHA Rating 110

Gr m Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Palace Princess (GER) (Tiger Hill (IRE)) Owner: Patrick F. Kehoe/Mrs.P.Crampton Weight: 8 13 Horse Age: 7 Trainer: Anthony Mullins, Ireland Colours: PURPLE, YELLOW sleeves, Breeder: Gestut Hony-Hof PURPLE and YELLOW striped cap. Form: 04225-0

Joseph Sheridan

HHHH Heavy defeat two months ago in Saudi Arabia, which was on good to ﬁrm (most of her wins have been in the mud) but so was her excellent second in the Gold Cup here (2m4f) last June; big shout if back to her best. Oﬃcial BHA Rating 113

Tongue Strap worn by No. 2.

2021: STRADIVARIUS (IRE) 7 9 2 Frankie Dettori 4-7 (John & Thady Gosden) 6 ran

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BETTING FORECAST:

3-1 Wordsworth (IRE), 7-2 Princess Zoe (GER), 9-2 Tashkhan (IRE), 6-1 Enemy (GB), 15-2 Quickthorn (GB), 11-1 Nayef Road (IRE), 20-1 Calling The Wind (IRE)

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R AC E 5 4 .1 0 P M T H E M E R R I E B E L L E STA B L E C O M M O N W E A LT H C U P T R I A L STA K E S ( C L A S S 1 ) ( G R O U P 3 ) RACE FINISH

( R E G I ST E R E D A S T H E PAV I L I O N STA K E S ) Six furlongs (6f ) (1,200 metres) for three yrs old

RACE START

STALLS: STANDS SIDE

Total race value £80000. Owners Prize Money. Winner £35648; Second £14632; Third £7320; Fourth £3656; Fifth £1832. (Penalty Value £45368) A SS See page 62&63 for conditions of this race.

Merriebelle Stable will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and £200 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

W I N G S O F WA R ( I R E ) ( 2 2 1 )

Gr c Dark Angel (IRE) - Futoon (IRE) (Kodiac) Owner: Isa Salman Al Khalifa Trainer: Clive Cox, Hungerford Breeder: Grangemore Stud Sponsor: Highclere Thoroughbred Racing

Draw Draw

No Horse

Jockey Adam Kirby

Horse Age: 3 Weight: 9 5 Colours: DARK BLUE, WHITE epaulets. Form: 21321D

EHRAZ (GB) (252)

Ch c Showcasing - Exrating (Exceed And Excel (AUS)) Owner: Shadwell Estate Company Ltd Horse Age: 3 Weight: 9 1 Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud epaulets, striped cap. Form: 215CD

Draw

HHHH Bred for speed and progressed in each of his ﬁve outings at two, culminating in a game if narrow success over Hierarchy in the Group 2 Mill Reef Stakes at Newbury (6f, good) in September; the form of that race didn’t really work out and his 4lb penalty for that success makes things a bit more tricky, but his trainer stated after Newbury that there was a bit more improvement mentally in the colt so he shouldn’t be underestimated on this return. Oﬃcial BHA Rating 109

Jim Crowley

GO BEARS GO (IRE) (173)

Draw

HH May not have had much to beat when easily justifying skinny odds in a maiden over C&D (good to firm) last summer, but having been sent off at just 11-4 he ended up last of the five runners in the Group 3 Acomb Stakes at York (7f, good); the return to this trip may help, but he still has something to prove at this level. Official BHA Rating 96

B or Br c Kodi Bear (IRE) - In Dubai (USA) (Giant’s Causeway (USA)) Owner: Amo Racing Limited & P Waney Horse Age: 3 Weight: 9 1 Trainer: David Loughnane, Tern Hill Colours: MAUVE and BLACK diamonds, Breeder: Micheal D. Ryan BLACK cap, MAUVE diamonds. Sponsor: Sports Invest UK Ltd Form: 213402- C D

Rossa Ryan

4 HIERARCHY (IRE) (173)

Ch c Mehmas (IRE) - Cheworee (Milk It Mick) Owner: Mr David Howden & Qatar Racing Trainer: Hugo Palmer, Malpas Breeder: Mountain View Stud & Tally Ho Stud Sponsor: Tweenhills Farm & Stud Ltd

Draw

HHHHH Showed some smart form as a 2yo, going down by a head in the Group 2 Norfolk Stakes here (5f, good to firm) before going one better in the Group 2 Railway Stakes at The Curragh (6f, good); twice in the frame from three attempts at Group 1 level (Phoenix Stakes and Middle Park) before ending the campaign with a narrow defeat in the Grade 2 Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Turf Sprint at Del Mar (5f, firm), the shorter trip and a slow break not helping; sets the standard and every chance if returning in the same form. Official BHA Rating 111

Cieren Fallon

Horse Age: 3 Weight: 9 1 Colours: WHITE and PURPLE (quartered), diabolo on sleeves. Form: 11326D

S PA C E C O W B O Y ( I R E ) ( 1 2 )

B c Kodi Bear (IRE) - Usem (Bahamian Bounty) Owner: REBEL RACING PREMIER IV Trainer: Richard Spencer, Newmarket Breeder: Lemongrove Stud Sponsor: Rebel Racing Ltd

Horse Age: 3 Weight: 9 1 Colours: BLACK, GREY sleeves, BLACK stars. Form: 011-3 D

Draw

HHHH Won his first two starts last August before performing well in Pattern company, including when running Wings Of War to a head in the Group 2 Mill Reef Stakes at Newbury (6f, good); a 4lb pull gives him a good chance of reversing that form, but he then finished just under a length behind Go Bears Go in the Grade 2 Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Turf Sprint at Del Mar (5f, firm) where, like his old rival, a slow break and the drop in trip wasn’t ideal; shouldn’t be far away with a tongue-tie now given a go. Official BHA Rating 108

HHH Two all-the-way successes over this trip on Tapeta last autumn and ran well to finish third of the ten runners in the 3 Year Old AW Championship at Newcastle (6f, Tapeta) 12 days ago; may hold a fitness edge over his rivals, but he has to show he can do it on turf and needs to find a bit more in any case. Official BHA Rating 102

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Ryan Moore

5 Tongue Strap worn ﬁrst time by No. 4.

2021: ROHAAN (IRE) 3 9 1 Ryan Moore 22-1 (David Evans) 8 ran

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BETTING FORECAST:

11-8 Go Bears Go (IRE), 7-2 Wings of War (IRE), 4-1 Hierarchy (IRE), 9-1 Ehraz (GB), 14-1 Space Cowboy (IRE)

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( L I S T E D R AC E ) One mile, royal hunt cup course (8f ) (1,600 metres) for four yrs old and upwards

RACE START

STALLS: STANDS SIDE

Total race value £52000. Owners Prize Money. Winner £23171; Second £9511; Third £4758; Fourth £2376. (Penalty Value £29489.20) A SS See page 62&63 for conditions of this race.

Ascot Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and £100 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

No Horse

Draw

I N T E L LO G E N T ( I R E ) (1 3 )

Draw

Ch g Intello (GER) - Nuit Polaire (IRE) (Kheleyf (USA)) Owner: Mrs Fiona Carmichael Horse Age: 7 Weight: 9 0 Trainer: Jane Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket Colours: PURPLE, LIGHT GREEN stars, Breeder: Ecurie Des Monceaux PURPLE cap, LIGHT GREEN star. Sponsor: Fine & Country Jersey Ltd Form: 32/216-2 D

Jockey James Doyle

HH Very smart form in France for Fabrice Chappet, particularly as 3yo in 2018 when bang there in Group 1s Prix du Jockey Club and Prix Jean Prat; absent 351 days before unlucky not to make a winning debut for new trainer in handicap at Newmarket (1m, good) 13 days ago, held up but getting through in time only to go down by a short head; can build on that but this is not a handicap. Oﬃcial BHA Rating 96

N E W M A N D AT E ( I R E ) ( 3 1 2 )

B g New Bay - Mishhar (IRE) (Authorized (IRE)) Owner: Mr Marc Chan Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down Breeder: Charmes L’Hotellerie Meridian F Drion Sponsor: R M Beckett Ltd

Draw

Frankie Dettori

Horse Age: 4 Weight: 9 0 Colours: MAUVE, GOLD chevron hoop, WHITE sleeves, PURPLE stars, WHITE cap, PURPLE star. Form: 31110/0- D

HH Won the Group 2 Royal Lodge at Newmarket (1m, good) in September 2020; however, tailed oﬀ in Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Turf that November and same again in the Group 3 Jersey here (7f, soft) last June; he could come back but some more positive recent evidence would be preferred. Oﬃcial BHA Rating 111

SIR BUSKER (IRE) (32)

Draw

B g Sir Prancealot (IRE) - Street Kitty (IRE) (Tiger Hill (IRE)) Owner: Kennet Valley Thoroughbreds XI Racing Horse Age: 6 Weight: 9 0 Trainer: William Knight, Newmarket Colours: NAVY BLUE, RED and LIGHT Breeder: Ms Ann Foley BLUE hoop and armlets, WHITE cap. Sponsor: Oakman Group PLC Form: 430-045 CD

Jim Crowley

HHHH Close third in this race last year and excelled himself when also third back here in the Group 1 Queen Anne; last month’s fifth in Group 1 at Meydan was near that peak form; he has been running on too late and hasn’t actually won for nearly two years, so there could be tactical issues in this small field, but this stalwart has a good opportunity on form. Official BHA Rating 110

B g Dubawi (IRE) - Chachamaidee (IRE) (Footstepsinthesand) Owner: Godolphin Horse Age: 4 Weight: 9 Trainer: Charlie Appleby, Newmarket Colours: ROYAL BLUE. Breeder: R. A. H. Evans Form: 6221-11 D Sponsor: Emirates Fly Better

Draw

4 VA L I A N T P R I N C E ( I R E ) ( 6 8 )

HHHHH 1-40 when off the mark last September at fourth attempt in Britain; a revelation at Meydan (1m, good) when winning two 16-runner handicaps early this year, hooded when firmly in charge last time; came from mid-division that day but made the running for his first two wins, which he may have to do again in this realistic bid for a four-timer. Official BHA Rating 110 Hood worn first time by No. 4. Visor worn by No. 3.

2021: OH THIS IS US (IRE) 8 9 0 Tom Marquand 66-1 (Richard Hannon) 9 ran

5 0 R A C I N G PA G E S

William Buick

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BETTING FORECAST:

6-5 Valiant Prince (IRE), 2-1 Sir Busker (IRE), 6-1 New Mandate (IRE), 15-2 Intellogent (IRE)

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R AC E 7 5 .1 0 P M T H E AS COT Q U E E N A N N E M E M B E R S H I P H A N D I C A P S TA K E S RACE FINISH

(CLASS 4) Five furlongs (5f ) (1,000 metres) for four yrs old and upwards

RACE START

STALLS: STANDS SIDE

Total race value £15000. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6144; Second £3072; Third £1536; Fourth £768; Fifth £240; Sixth £240. (Penalty Value £7776) SS See page 62&63 for conditions of this race.

Ascot Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and £100 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

MULZIM (GB) (62)

Draw Draw

No Horse

B g Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Samaah (IRE) (Cape Cross (IRE)) Owner: Victoria Taylor & Family Horse Age: 8 Weight: 9 9 Trainer: Mike Murphy, Westoning Colours: MAUVE, MAROON star, Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited MAROON sleeves, MAUVE stars and cap. Sponsor: Old Palace Lodge Form: 006-061 D

Jockey Shane Kelly

FULL AUTHORITY (IRE) (15)

Draw

HHHH Made giant strides on Fibresand last winter; had been quiet this winter but a drop into Class 4 company saw him run out a ready winner of a 5f handicap at Southwell in February; 0-8 on turf but he was second in a strong big-field sprint at York last May off a 7lb higher mark; one to take seriously. Official BHA Rating 87

Gr g Kingman - Ashley Hall (USA) (Maria’s Mon (USA)) Owner: Mrs H.H. Morriss & Jane Chapple-Hyam Horse Age: 5 Weight: 9 7 Trainer: Jane Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket Colours: BLACK and ROSE (quartered), Breeder: Epona Bloodstock Ltd ROSE sleeves, check cap. Sponsor: Tote Form: 5/000-45 D

Robert Tart

YA Z A M A N ( I R E ) ( 1 3 )

Draw

HHHHH Struggled in three runs for Richard Fahey last season but the handicapper relented and he has shaped well in both runs for this stable, notably at Newmarket 15 days ago (6f, good) when making his challenge away from the main action; dropping back to 5f shouldn’t be a problem and he’s one to take very seriously now dropping into a Class 4. Oﬃcial BHA Rating 85

B g Kodiac - Online Alexander (IRE) (Acclamation) Owner: TJE Racing Horse Age: 4 Weight: 9 4 Trainer: Robert Cowell, Newmarket Colours: ORANGE and PURPLE (quartered), Breeder: Mountarmstrong Stud EMERALD GREEN sleeves and cap. Sponsor: Al Basti Equiworld Form: 2600-66 D

Rossa Ryan

4 MOHAREB (GB) (9)

B g Delegator - Irrational (Kyllachy) Owner: Mr Ian Lawrence Trainer: Michael Appleby, Oakham Breeder: Crossﬁelds Bloodstock Ltd Sponsor: Trade Access Panels Ltd

Draw

HH Hasn’t won since his debut but he had some very smart form as a 2yo; not hit top gear for new connections and although he was staying on well at Newmarket last time, he lacked the pace to lay up over this trip; down in class but not one to set your watch by. Oﬃcial BHA Rating 82

Theodore Ladd (3)

Horse Age: 6 Weight: 9 2 Colours: PINK, BROWN epaulets, sleeves and cap. Form: 130206

D E V I L’ S A N G E L ( G B ) ( 1 4 )

Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Rocking The Boat (IRE) (Zebedee) Owner: Titanium Racing Club Horse Age: 6 Weight: 9 2 Trainer: Jedd O’Keeﬀe, Leyburn Colours: GREY, ORANGE seams, Breeder: Ed’s Stud Ltd ORANGE cap. Sponsor: Jedd O’Keeﬀe Racing Form: 510-305 D

Draw

HHH Five-time AW winner, most recently a 6f Class 3 at Southwell in January off an 8lb higher mark; this will be his first run over 5f and he has yet to show much in four previous turf starts; enough to prove today. Official BHA Rating 80

HHHH Had few chances over this trip and when ﬁfth at Beverley two weeks ago it was from a wide draw; did quite well in the circumstances though and he’s capable of going well today. Oﬃcial BHA Rating 80

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Jamie Spencer

SENECA CHIEF (GB) (202)

Draw

7 B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Albertine Rose (Namid) Owner: Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook Horse Age: 8 Weight: 9 1 Trainer: Daniel & Claire Kubler, Lambourn Colours: GREY, ROYAL BLUE seams, Breeder: Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook sleeves and cap. Sponsor: Oakmere Homes Form: 135145- D

Tom Marquand

CELSIUS (IRE) (219)

Ch g Dragon Pulse (IRE) - Grecian Artisan (IRE) (Mastercraftsman (IRE)) Owner: J. Collins, C. Fahy & S. Piper Weight: 9 0 Horse Age: 6 Trainer: Tom Clover, Newmarket Colours: RED, YELLOW spots, Breeder: Owenstown Stud sleeves and cap. Sponsor: Tote Form: 0/56046-D

Draw

HHH Won twice in the second half of 2021, both over this trip on good ground; relatively low mileage for his age and not impossible there will be more to come this year; has gone well fresh in the past. Oﬃcial BHA Rating 79

Jack Mitchell

HHH Developed into a useful handicapper as a 3yo; looked set to progress higher up the ranks when making a winning return in 2020 but he has been beaten 12 times since; returns from seven months off on a lowly mark but he can fluff the start and others are more appealing, for all his yard are amongst the winners. Official BHA Rating 78

P H O E N I X S TA R ( I R E ) ( 3 0 )

Draw

B g Alhebayeb (IRE) - Volcanic Lady (IRE) (Invincible Spirit (IRE)) Owner: Flying High Syndicate Horse Age: 6 Weight: 8 13 Trainer: Jessica Macey, Doncaster Colours: EMERALD GREEN, PINK star, Breeder: Caroline, Mark & Stephanie Hanly WHITE sleeves, PINK cap. Sponsor: Tote Form: 02-2032 D

Lewis Edmunds

HHH Forced a dead-heat at Sandown last summer (5f, good to soft) off this mark; good placed efforts in five of his last seven starts; shouldn’t be underestimated back on turf. Official BHA Rating 77

A R A I FJ A N ( G B ) ( 9 )

Draw

Ch g Kyllachy - Light Hearted (Green Desert (USA)) Owner: Mr T. W. Morley Horse Age: 5 Weight: 8 12 Trainer: Robert Cowell, Newmarket Colours: ORANGE and PURPLE (quartered), Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited EMERALD GREEN sleeves, ORANGE cap. Sponsor: Al Basti Equiworld Form: 31600-3 D

Sean Levey

1 0 H A N SO LO B E RG E R ( I R E ) (1 3 )

Draw

HHH Front-runner who won three sprint handicaps for this yard last season; satisfactory return to action at Wolverhampton nine days ago but this will demand more. Oﬃcial BHA Rating 76 (-1)

B g Lord Shanakill (USA) - Dreamaway (IRE) (Oasis Dream) Owner: Mrs B. Berresford Horse Age: 7 Weight: 8 12 Trainer: Robert Cowell, Newmarket Colours: PINK and ROYAL BLUE diabolo, chevrons Breeder: Irish National Stud on sleeves, PINK cap, ROYAL BLUE diamonds. Sponsor: Bermar Form: 25200-0 D

James Doyle

1 1 P E T TO C H S I D E (G B ) (8)

Draw

HH Multiple winner (peak RPR of 95) who drew a blank for Chris Wall in 2021; should be making a big impact oﬀ his reduced mark but his reappearance/stable debut at Newmarket 13 days ago was only modest; needs a big step forward. Oﬃcial BHA Rating 76

B g Refuse To Bend (IRE) - Clear Impression (IRE) (Danehill (USA)) Owner: Mr P. Cook Horse Age: 13 Weight: 8 7 Trainer: John Bridger, Liphook Colours: MAROON and GREY stripes, Breeder: New Hall Stud GREY sleeves. Sponsor: Tote Form: 40640-3 CD

Saﬃe Osborne (3)

HHHH Fantastic servant to the stable and he won the corresponding event 12 months ago off a 3lb higher mark; no sign of age dimming his enthusiasm when a good third at Epsom on last week’s reappearance, finishing with a rattle having had to wait for a gap; Saffie Osborne 4-8 on him and enters calculations. Official BHA Rating 71 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8.

Stewards Note: CELSIUS: Following its run on 20/9/2021 it was reported that the horse had an irregular heartbeat. 2021: PETTOCHSIDE 12 8 3 Saffie Osborne 25-1 (John Bridger) 8 ran

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RACE CONDITIONS First Race 1.50 - THE MANNY MERCER APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8100 to the winning horse The second to receive £3802, the third £1902 and the fourth £951. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 76-95 (also open to such horses rated 96 and 97; such horses rated 75 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £75 stake if the horse is rated 76 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 75 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 25th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 7lb Penalties, after April 16th, 2022, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. To be ridden by Apprentice Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule

(B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 52 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to April 24th, 2022, have not ridden more than 50 winners in races under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 25 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed). Ascot Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, a £100 cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Women in Racing. 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. 17 entries at £75. - Closed April 21st, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6401; Second £3200; Third £1601; Fourth £800. (Penalty Value £8100) Weights raised 3lb & paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. A SS

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Second Race 2.25 - THE ROYAL ASCOT TWO-YEAR-OLD TRIAL CONDITIONS STAKES (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8100 to the winning horse The second to receive £3802, the third £1902 and the fourth £951. for two yrs old only. Free Entry by noon, April 21st, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 25th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 2lb; ﬁllies 8st 11lb Penalties, a winner of a race 3lb Of 2 races 6lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties). ASCOT will present a memento to the winning

owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, a £100 cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse. Ascot Racecourse will refund the entry fee to any one of the Royal Ascot 2022 2yo races to the winner of this race. 12 entries at - Closed April 21st, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6401; Second £3200; Third £1601; Fourth £800. (Penalty Value £8100) A SS

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Third Race 3.00 - THE NAAS RACECOURSE ROYAL ASCOT TRIALS DAY BRITISH EBF FILLIES’ CONDITIONS STAKES (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10800 to the winning horse The second to receive £5070, the third £2536 and the fourth £1268. for three yrs old fillies only, which are E.B.F. eligible, which have not won a Pattern race. Enter by noon, April 21st and pay £100 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 25th. Weights: 9st each Penalties, a winner of a race 3lb Of 2 races 6lb Allowances: Horses which have never run 3lb Note: Excluding the winner, the Official BHA Rating of any horse taking part in this race will not be increased due to performance in this race, providing the horse has had at least four prior completed runs. NAAS RACECOURSE will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, a £100 cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F. have generously provided £4000 towards the prize money for this race. Note: Excluding the winner, the Official BHA Rating of any horse taking part in this race will not be increased due to performance in this race, providing the horse has had at least four prior completed runs ELIMINATION: If elimination is necessary from this race, the elimination sequence shall be determined by the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code) 10 entries at £100. - Closed April 21st, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8534; Second £4266; Third £2134; Fourth £1066. (Penalty Value £10800) SS SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 3.35 - THE LONGINES SAGARO STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 3) (A Gold Cup Trial) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £45368 to the winning horse The second to receive £17200, the third £8608, the fourth £4288, the fifth £2152 and the sixth £1080. for four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, April 21st and pay £800 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 25th. Weights: 4-y-o colts and geldings 9st; fillies 8st 11lb 5-y-o and up colts and geldings 9st 2lb; fillies 8st 13lb Penalties, after August 31st, 2021, a winner of a Group 3 race 3lb Of a Group 2 race 5lb Of a Group 1 race 7lb. LONGINES has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and award a cash prize of £200 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Longines. 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. 13 entries at £800. - Closed April 21st, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £35648; Second £14632; Third £7320; Fourth £3656; Fifth £1832; Sixth £912. (Penalty Value £45368) A SS SEE PAGE 40 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 4.10 - THE MERRIEBELLE STABLE COMMONWEALTH CUP TRIAL STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 3) (Registered as the Pavilion Stakes) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £45368 to the winning horse The second to receive £17200, the third £8608, the fourth £4288 and the fifth £2152. for three yrs old only. Enter by noon, April 21st and pay £800 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 25th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 1lb; fillies 8st 12lb Penalties, after August 31st, 2021, a winner of a Group 1 or Group 2 race 4lb. ASCOT has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a £200 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the horse judged 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 Merriebelle Stable. 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. 9 entries at £800. - Closed April 21st, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £35648; Second £14632; Third £7320; Fourth £3656; Fifth £1832. (Penalty Value £45368) A SS SEE PAGE 46 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 4.40 - THE PARADISE STAKES (CLASS 1) (A Queen Anne Stakes Trial) (Listed Race) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £29489 to the winning horse The second to receive £11180, the third £5595 and the fourth £2787. for four yrs old and upwards, which have not won a Group 1 Pattern race after August 31st, 2021. Enter by noon, April 21st and pay £220 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 25th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st; fillies 8st 9lb Penalties, after August 31st, 2021, a winner of a Listed race 3lb Of a Group 3 race 5lb Of a Group 2 race 7lb. ASCOT will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, a £100 cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 9 entries at £220. - Closed April 21st, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £23171; Second £9511; Third £4758; Fourth £2376. (Penalty Value £29489.20) A SS SEE PAGE 50 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 5.10 - THE ASCOT QUEEN ANNE MEMBERSHIP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7776 to the winning horse The second to receive £3650, the third £1825, the fourth £912, the fifth £300 and the sixth £300. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 66-85 (also open to such horses rated 86 and 87; such horses rated 65 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £70 stake if the horse is rated 66 or higher, or £14 stake if the horse is rated 65 or lower with £56 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 25th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 7lb Penalties, after April 16th, 2022, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. ASCOT will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and in addition to the prize money, a £100 cash prize will be presented to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 26 entries at £70. - Closed April 21st, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6144; Second £3072; Third £1536; Fourth £768; Fifth £240; Sixth £240. (Penalty Value £7776) SS SEE PAGE 56 FOR THIS RACE.

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