Welcome to the first day of the BetMGM Autumn Racing Weekend, featuring the 17th Ascot Beer Festival in association with CAMRA.
Today’s highlight on the track is the BetMGM Noel Murless Stakes, a Listed event for three-year-olds over one mile and six furlongs. Last year, this contest was won by Middle Earth, a Group 3 winner this year who also finished third in the Hardwicke Stakes at Royal Ascot and is now on target for the Melbourne Cup
We have also seen the likes of Scope and Big Orange go on to achieve top-level success after winning this race.
Our thanks go to BetMGM for their generous support of that feature race and two other contests on the card, as well as their sponsorship of the weekend as a whole. We also extend our gratitude to today’s other race sponsors, Molton Brown, Colliers, and the Victoria Racing Club
Off the track, we invite you to visit the Ascot Beer Festival in association with CAMRA, where you can take your pick from over 160 different beers, ciders and perries, located at the east end of the Grandstand.
This weekend we are hosting Berkshire Healthcare Charity and their mental health bus as part of our awareness promotion of World Mental Health Day that takes place on 10th October They are crowdfunding to help raise £4,000 for a new Cardio Wall which helps inpatients with their physical activity and mental health and will have bucket collectors throughout the course today. ‘We are also hosting Racing Welfare for their annual lunch and look forward to welcoming 45 beneficiaries from the charity’s main hubs in Lambourn, Kingsclere and Newbury.’
We look forward to welcoming you back tomorrow for the second day of the BetMGM Autumn Racing Weekend and also for QIPCO British Champions Day, the conclusion of our Flat season in two weeks’ time.
Yours sincerely,
Sir Francis Brooke Bt. His Majesty’s Representative & Chairman
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1st Race 2.12pm
RACING PAGES
Your guide to all of today’s races
The Molton Brown Amateur Jockeys’ Handicap Stakes
This is a seven furlong handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 71 to 90 This specific handicap is also limited to male amateur jockeys. 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.
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2nd Race 2.47pm
The Colliers Handicap Stakes
This is a two mile handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 61 to 80 Once a horse has qualified for a handicap rating this is regularly reassessed. A below-par effort could result in a reduced rating whilst a strong performance could see the rating increased. Occasionally, horses are entered to race before their handicap rating has been reviewed and so to avoid recent winners being un-penalised they are allotted a mandatory penalty – usually 6lb
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3rd Race 3.22pm
The BetMGM Novice Stakes (GBB Race)
This contest is a Novice Stakes, run over a distance of one mile and four furlongs There are a variety of reasons why the horses in this contest are still light on experience. Stoutly bred horses are unlikely to be seen at their best over the shorter distances in their juvenile season whilst a setback or injury can curtail even the most precociously bred horse’s two-year-old career
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4th Race 3.57pm
The BetMGM Noel Murless Listed Stakes
This one mile and six furlong contest for three-year-olds 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 1lb for colts and geldings and 8st 10lb for fillies before penalties are awarded to horses that have previously won above a certain level – 3lb for a Listed race victory or 5lb for a Group 3 success.
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5th Race 4.30pm
The BetMGM Handicap Stakes
This is a six furlong handicap race for three-year-olds which have been rated from 0 to 105 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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6th Race 5.05pm
The Victoria Racing Club Classified Stakes
This race is a one-mile classified stakes for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 90 Unlike a handicap when a horse’s rating reflects the weight that they will carry, the weights in this type of race are decided solely on the basis of age or sex. This means that the higher rated horses should, theoretically, hold an advantage, as they are not forced to concede weight to lower rated rivals
TO CAR PARK 1 CAR PARK 1
K E Y TO SY MB O L S
Entry Point
Cash Machine
Cloakroom & Left Luggage
Grandstand Entrances
King Edward VII Enclosure racegoers are invited to enjoy facilities on Level 4 of the Grandstand
Ascot Shop
LK Bennett Boutique
Taxi Drop Off Point
Soft Play
Memberships at Ascot Information
Berkshire Healthcare Charity Bus
Ascot Racecourse Supports Sensory Room
CAMRA 17th Annual Beer Festival
CAR PARK 2
Wristbands
Lost Child/Person
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.
Over 18 Wristbands
Ascot operates a strict over 18+ policy for the purchase of alcohol or betting. Racegoers over 18 can collect an 18+ wristband from any entrance or the information desk on the Grandstand Concourse with photographic proof of age.
O F F TH E TR AC K
BEER TASTING
The Grandstand Concourse plays host to one of the largest beer festivals in the South East with over 160 different beers, ciders and perries to try, courtesy of our friends at CAMRA. Complimentary beer tasting notes are available from the Bullet Train Bar near Grandstand Entrance D, to help you select the drink that’s right for your palate. Closes 17.30
BEER TASTING TOKENS
Beer tasting tokens, valid for the beer tasting stalls only, can be purchased from the Bullet Train Bar near Grandstand Entrance D for £2.70 each. Commemorative glasses to keep are available for £4. Please note tokens and glasses are card payment only.
Unused tokens* can be exchanged for their full monetary value as a donation to Racing Welfare. Alternatively, refunds are available until 5.00pm (T&C apply).
*On the day tokens only, for prepaid voucher refunds return unused to: Ticketing Team, Ascot Racecourse, High Street, Ascot, SL5 7JX
THE ASCOT SHOP
Visit the Ascot Shop to browse on-the-day essentials and perfect gifts and mementoes from your day at Ascot. Shops are located next to the Cedar Tree Lawn or on the Concourse at Grandstand Entrance B.
ASCOT SUPPORTS SENSORY ROOM
Guests aged 16 and under who have neuro-diverse conditions and need a calm space during the day are welcome to visit the sensory room located adjacent to the Cedar Tree Lawn.
HEALTH BUS
Visit the Health Bus, located next to the Parade Ring, to find out how the Berkshire Healthcare Charity are raising awareness and funds for mental health support in the region.
LK BENNETT BOUTIQUE
Discover LK Bennett’s Ascot collection and more, with a range full of heritage checks and luxurious dresses that bring the extraordinary to the ordinary, no matter the day. Forgotten your umbrella or a flat pair of shoes? Don’t worry – get raceday ready with LK Bennett Located next to the Parade Ring.
MEMBERSHIPS AT ASCOT
Discover our exciting stable of Memberships in the Grandstand today. The Queen Anne Membership offers one day of Royal Ascot and two Ascot Racedays* for just £99.
*Selected days available.
SOFT PLAY
Little ones can have plenty of fun in our soft play area, located on the Concourse near Grandstand Entrance B.
W H E R E TO EA T AN D D R IN K
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
CAVIAR CLUB
Choose from shrimp cocktail, Balik tartar or Scottish smoked salmon among other seafood dishes, accompanied by a selection of Champagnes and fine wines
Bars
BIT AND BRIDLE COCKTAIL BAR
Select from a range of cocktails or Ascot signature serves specially developed for the Flat season. Enjoy a Royal Ascot Blush or one of our delectable alcohol-free options.
On The Go
LAVAZZA ON 4
Serving coffees presented by Lavazza, the official coffee of Ascot, assorted teas and a range of sandwiches and cakes.
Named after the Godolphin colt that won two King George VI & Queen Elizabeth Stakes in a row, this bar serves a selection of Champagne, beer, wine, spirits and soft drinks.
SWAIN
W H E R E TO EA T AN D D R IN K
Queen Anne Enclosure
King Edward VII Enclosure racegoers are also welcome to visit the Queen Anne Enclosure.
On The Go
FRONT RUNNER GRILL
Enjoy a selection of gourmet burgers at one of Ascot’s most popular eateries, find us on the Concourse, a stone’s throw from the Parade Ring with great access to trackside.
Bars
SHERGAR
The Shergar Bar, named after one of the greatest racehorses of the 1980s, offers a range of Champagne, beer, wine and soft drinks Concourse location, near Entrance A.
Treat yourself to a delicious pizza made with authentic Italian dough and a choice of toppings Located on the Concourse close to Grandstand Entrance D.
Named after the outstanding two-year-old in Europe in 1969 and subsequent winner of the English Triple Crown this bar serves a wide range of drinks from its Concourse location.
If you have an allergy or intolerance, please speak to a member of our catering team before you order or purchase any food or drink.
PIZZA & CO
NIJINSKY
T H E R A C I N G P A G E S
5 CO UR AG E MO N AM I (G B) (2 6)
B g Frankel (IRE) - Crimson Ribbon (USA) (Lemon Drop Kid (USA)) Dr aw 5
Owner: Wathnan Racing
Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket
Breeder: Hascombe & Valiant Stud Ltd
Horse Age: 4 Weight: 9 2
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, White Epaulets, striped cap Form: 11-1 CD
The way he made light work in the end of two 1m4f novice races on AW last autumn marked him down as a very serious prospect; handicap win at Goodwood (1m6f, good to firm; smart form) last month confirmed that in spades, as class and stamina came into play late on; 2m+ looks sure to suit and, although this company is of a radically higher order than in those three races, it is hard to put a ceiling right now on what he might achieve.
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
10. Number of days since last ran
11. Draw
12. Form guide
13. Owner(s)
14. Trainer and location of training establishment
15. Breeder
16. Age of horse
17. Owner’s colours (description)
18. Previous performances
/ = Denotes new season
– = Denotes new year
B = Brought down
F = Fell
P = Pulled Up
U = Unseated rider
19. 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.
Official BHA Rating 107
20. Weight (stones/pounds)
21. 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.
22. 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.
FRANKIE DETTORI
R A C E S P O N S O R S
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The Victoria Racing Club (VRC), Flemington Racecourse and the Melbourne Cup all have long and storied history with the first race meeting at Flemington Racecourse held on 3 March 1840 and the first Melbourne Cup held on Thursday 7 November 1861. Flemington’s most famous race - the race that stops a nationtm - has been conducted on the first Tuesday in November since 1875 The VRC has conducted racing at Flemington Racecourse, including the Melbourne Cup, continuously since 1840 in good times and in bad, through war droughts, floods, economic depression, and the global Covid-19 pandemic.
In addition, Ascot would like to thank all our 2024 race sponsors:
• 1st Class Logistics
• A1R Services Ltd
• Ascot Underwriting Ltd
• Berenberg
• bet365
• Betfair
• BetMGM
• Byrne Group Plc
• Carey Group Plc
• Charbonnel et Walker
• Colliers
• CopyBet
• Coral
• Darley
• European Breeders Fund
• GL events
• Grundon Waste Management
• John Guest Racing Ltd
• Juddmonte
• Mariner Systems
• McGee Group
• Molton Brown
• Naas Racecourse
• October Club
• Property Raceday
• Restorations UK
• SportVision
• Thames Materials
• Tote
• Troy Asset Management
• UK Hi-Fi Show Live
• Victoria Racing Club
• Village Hotels
• Wesco Anixter
R E C O G N I S I N G W O R L D
M E N T A L H E A L T H D A Y
To raise awareness for World Mental Health Day which takes place on 10th October 2024, this week we ran two private racecourse tours and a meet-and-greet with Side Glance – our equine ambassador – for those suffering with dementia. There are many benefits to equine therapy, including improving nonverbal communication skills and boosting confidence, and having Side Glance interact with people facing mental health challenges has proven hugely successful in previous events we have hosted within the community.
Today and tomorrow we are also hosting the Berkshire Healthcare Charity who is raising awareness and funds for mental health support in the region. Its “health bus” is located on the concourse level of the Parade Ring so please feel free to pop in. Hear from the charity below.
Berkshire Healthcare Charity: Help Us Raise £4,000 for Mental Health Support
Berkshire Healthcare Charity is dedicated to enhancing the lives of patients and their families across Berkshire by providing vital support that extends beyond standard healthcare services. As the official charity of Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, we strive to improve the well-being of those under our care by funding projects and services that elevate the patient experience and offer much-needed support to families
This October and November, we have a crowdfunding campaign to raise £4,000, to be match-funded by Sport England. The funds will be used to purchase a new Cardio Wall for Prospect Park, our inpatient mental health hospital. This innovative piece of equipment will be a key component of our Motion in Mind appeal, focusing on promoting physical activity as a means of improving mental health. The Cardio Wall will provide patients with an engaging and interactive way to incorporate movement into their recovery, helping to reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety while boosting overall mood and resilience.
Your support is crucial in helping us achieve these goals. By contributing to our crowdfunder, you can make a real difference in the lives of patients and their families across Berkshire. For more information on how you can help or to donate, please visit our crowdfunding page at www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/cardio-walls-forinpatient-mental-health-ward
The charity is our official bucket collector today, so please donate if you are able.
Molton Brown 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
1 S H A L A DAR (F R) (2 8)
B g Shalaa (IRE) - Ultradargent (FR) (Kendargent (FR))
Owner: Hambleton Racing Ltd XLVII
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton
Breeder: Framont Limited
Sponsor: Hambleton Racing Ltd
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Horse Age: 5 Weight: 11 7
Colours: BEIGE, DARK BLUE armlets, DARK BLUE cap Form: 050442 BF
He has won three times at 1m on good and good to soft ground, but last win was over two years ago Beaten a neck by Terries Royale when second of 13 at 7-2fav on his latest outing here over 1m (soft) last month.
2 BE FR A N K (G B) (1 3)
B g Cable Bay (IRE) - Bonnie Arlene (IRE) (Excelebration (IRE))
Owner: Mr Ian Williams
Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Breeder: Jake Warren & Ben Churchill
Sponsor: Tote
Official BHA Rating 77
Horse Age: 4 Weight: 11 6
Dr aw 11 Mr
Colours: LIGHT BLUE, RED and WHITE striped sleeves, RED cap, WHITE seams, BLUE hoop Form: 304044
Successful twice at 6f on good to firm and good ground Finished 3/4l behind Brunel Nation when fourth of 11 at 11-2 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 7f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 76
3 K IN G CA BO (U SA ) (1 3)
B or Br g Carpe Diem (USA) - Cabo Queen (CAN) (More Than Ready (USA))
Owner: Prof Di Lawrence-Watt
Trainer: Luke Dace, Billingshurst
Breeder: Stonestreet Thoroughbred Holdings LLC
Horse Age: 5 Weight: 11 3
Dr aw 14 Mr Jude Fernandes (7)
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, EMERALD GREEN triple diamond, diabolo on sleeves and diamond on cap Form: 061405 D
He has won four times from 7f to 1m on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Finished 9l behind Movie Maker when fifth of 7 at 50-1 on his latest outing at Newbury over 7f (heavy) last month.
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Official BHA Rating 73
WHENTHEDEALINSDONE (GB) (30)
B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Maureen (IRE) (Holy Roman Emperor (IRE))
Owner: Rum and Ruinart
Trainer: Roger Teal, Lambourn
Breeder: Newsells Park Stud
Sponsor: Bt Equine
Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 2
Colours: GREY, PURPLE seams, chevrons on sleeves, PURPLE cap Form: 324353 C
Dr aw 9 Mr Frederick Tett
He has won four times from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft, but last win was over two years ago. Third of 12 behind Stanley Spencer beaten 3 1/2l at 9-2 on his latest outing at Southwell over 6f last month.
Official BHA Rating 72
5 WA R N I N G SI GN (F R) (3 9)
Ch g Attendu (FR) - Modestie (FR) (Nayef (USA))
Owner: Mr David Dunsdon
Trainer: Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham
Breeder: S.A.R.L. Ecurie Jean Louis Bouchard
Sponsor: K M Elite Products Ltd
Horse Age: 5 Weight: 11 2
Dr aw 6 Mr David Dunsdon
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, LIGHT BLUE epaulets. Form: 000222
A winner at 1m 2f, but that win was over two years ago Beaten 3/4l by Lord Melbourne when second of 10 at 11-1 on his latest outing at Epsom over 1m 4f (good) in August.
Official BHA Rating 72
Dr aw
Mr Jack Callan (5)
Jack Lander (5)
6 DA KOTA POW E R (G B) (2 8)
B g Aclaim (IRE) - Vivid Blue (Haafhd)
Owner: Mr Roger Teal
Trainer: Roger Teal, Lambourn
Breeder: Suzi Pritchard-Jones
Sponsor: Chartplan(2004) Ltd
Horse Age: 5 Weight: 11 2
Dr aw 4 Mr Simon Walker
Colours: GREY, ROYAL BLUE sleeves and cap Form: 150613 D
He has won three times from 6f to 7f on soft ground and on the all-weather Third of 13 behind Terries Royale beaten 3 1/2l at 10-1 on his latest outing here over 1m (soft) last month. Has won at Ffos Las and Salisbury this season.
Official BHA Rating 72
7 M E R C I A N WA R R I O R (I RE ) (1 9)
B g Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Loquacity (Diktat)
Owner: The Buckingham Partnership II
Trainer: Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury
Breeder: Mr Conor McCormack
Sponsor: Abm Catering Limited
Horse Age: 3 Weight: 11 0
Dr aw 3 Mr Jack Nicholls (3)
Colours: WHITE, ROYAL BLUE seams, diabolo on sleeves and diamond on cap Form: 520-002
Official BHA Rating 72
Placed in three of seven starts. Beaten 1/2l by Racing Demon when second of 10 at 7-1 on his latest outing at Bath over 1m (good) last month.
8 JAC K S O N ST RE ET (I RE ) (1 5)
B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Archetypal (IRE) (Cape Cross (IRE))
Owner: Mr Dylan Cunha
Trainer: Dylan Cunha, Newmarket
Breeder: Patrick Sadlier & Mountarmstrong Stud
Horse Age: 3 Weight: 11 0
Dr aw 7 Mr Fletcher Yarham
Colours: WHITE, EMERALD GREEN seams, diabolo on sleeves, EMERALD GREEN cap, WHITE star Form: 666320 BF
Official BHA Rating 72
Placed in three of 11 starts. Beaten 8l behind Dutch Kingdom at 9-2jt-fav when 11th of 13 on his latest outing at Chelmsford City over 7f last month.
9 D I F F I D E N T SP IR IT (G B) (9 6)
B g Sayif (IRE) - Abbotsfield (IRE) (Sakhee’s Secret)
Owner: T. J. Kent
Trainer: T. J. Kent, Newmarket
Breeder: Llety Farms
Sponsor: Tote
Dr aw 1
Horse Age: 6 Weight: 10 12
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, GREY diamonds on sleeves, GREY cap Form: 0/1202-0 D
He has won three times from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to heavy. Beaten 10l behind dead-heaters Supaspecialawesome and Atlantic Gamble at 14-1 when 9th of 10 on his latest outing at Wolverhampton over 1m 1f in June
Official BHA Rating 68
1 0 C R A Z Y LU CK (G B) (1 9)
B m Twilight Son - Suerte Loca (IRE) (Peintre Celebre (USA))
Owner: Crown Connoisseurs
Trainer: Rod Millman, Cullompton
Breeder: Kirtlington Stud & Mr C. Budgett
Sponsor: Millman Racing Club, Rod Millman Racing Ltd
Horse Age: 6 Weight: 10 12
Dr aw 2
Colours: RED, YELLOW braces, striped sleeves and star on cap.
Form: 004040 D
Official BHA Rating 68
Winner of six races from 6f to 7f on ground varying from firm to good to soft. Beaten 10l behind Vaunted at 25-1 when 14th of 16 on her latest outing at Bath over 6f (good) last month.
1 1 W I L LY CA MP BE LL (I RE ) (1 4)
B g James Garfield (IRE) - Jane Rose (IRE) (Acclamation)
Owner: Mr N. Pickett
Trainer: Sylvester Kirk, Upper Lambourn
Breeder: Jane Rose Partnership Sponsor: Thames Ceilings Ltd
Horse Age: 3 Weight: 10 10
Colours: RED, WHITE cross belts, halved sleeves. Form: 3-03220
Dr aw 10
(5)
Placed in three of eight starts. Beaten 14l behind Due To Henry at 16-1 when 9th of 10 on his latest outing at Newbury over 1m 2f (soft) last month.
Official BHA Rating 68
1 2 B E A U JA RD IN E (I RE ) (2 2)
B g Make Believe - Akira (IRE) (Acclamation)
Owner: Happy Families
Trainer: Rachel Cook & John Bridger, Liphook
Breeder: Max Morris
Horse Age: 6 Weight: 10 5
Dr aw 8
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW sleeves, ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW quartered cap Form: 065430 D
Eireann Cagney
He has won four times from 6f to 1m on soft and heavy ground and on the all-weather Beaten 9l behind Hodler at 4-1 when 11th of 12 on his latest outing at Epsom over 7f (soft) last month. He is wearing a visor for the first time
Official BHA Rating 61
Mr Lewis Kent (5)
Mr Patrick Millman
Mr Ned Sangster
1 3 A L SH AB A B (F R) (1 3)
B g Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Pink Paint (FR) (Redoute’s Choice (AUS))
Owner: Nick Shutts & Partner
Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Breeder: Woodslane Farm LLC
Sponsor: Tote
Dr aw 5
Mr B. M. Coonan (5)
Horse Age: 3 Weight: 10 2
Colours: EMERALD GREEN, BLACK seams, EMERALD GREEN sleeves, BLACK spots and spots on cap Form: 2-00000
Placed in three of ten starts. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Count D’Orsay at 80-1 when 9th of 12 on his latest outing at Chester over 5f (good to soft) last month.
1 4 R A B I N A L (G B) (3 4)
Ch g New Approach (IRE) - Redenca (GER) (Lope de Vega (IRE))
Owner: Mr B. Lindley
Trainer: Simon Dow, Epsom Breeder: Gestut Fahrhof
Official BHA Rating 60
Dr aw 13 Mr Guy Mitchell (5)
Horse Age: 5 Weight: 10 2
Colours: RED, YELLOW hoops, WHITE sleeves and cap Form: 006541 D
He has won four times from 7f to 1m on good ground and on the all-weather A winner at 15-2 at Lingfield over 1m on his latest outing in August, beating Hellavapace by 1 1/4l Official BHA Rating 58
Visor worn first time by No. 5, 12. Hood worn by No. 14. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 4.
Stewards Note:
WILLY CAMPBELL: Following its run on 20/9/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too freely. 2023: ALAZWAR (IRE) 5 10 1 Miss Brodie Hampson 9-2 (Archie Watson) 12 ran
BETTING FORECAST: correct as of 12:30pm 03/10/24
11-2 Crazy Luck (GB), 6-1 Shaladar (FR), 7-1 Whenthedealinsdone (GB), 15-2 Dakota Power (GB), 8-1 Mercian Warrior (IRE), 9-1 Warning Sign (FR), 10-1 Jackson Street (IRE), Beau Jardine (IRE), 11-1 Be Frank (GB), 12-1 Rabinal (GB), 16-1 King Cabo (USA), 18-1 Willy Campbell (IRE), 22-1 Diffident Spirit (GB), 25-1 Al Shabab (FR)
RACE SUMMARY
Previous course winner WHENTHEDEALINSDONE was on the back of a short break when he finished a respectable third at Southwell last month. The six-year-old could be a surprise package upped in trip from a highly competitive mark, especially with cut in the ground not expected to be an issue King Cabo should also appreciate the forecast going and commands respect given he has won on the all-weather from 3lb higher Shaladar and Dakota Power are others for consideration.
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F R O M R A C I N G W E L F A R E
Today, as part of our support of Racing Welfare, we are delighted to host 45 beneficiaries from the charity’s hubs in Lambourn, Kingsclere and Newbury – read more from the charity about its work below.
Racing Welfare is the only charity which supports the entire workforce of British horse racing, which includes stud, stable and racecourse staff and associated professions.
Our mission is to enhance and support the wellbeing of racing’s people through the vision that all of racing’s people feel supported and have the opportunity to thrive
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RACE 2
2 . 47 P M
T H E C O L L I E R S
H A N D I CA P STA K E S ( C L A S S 3
)
About two miles (15f 209yds) (approx. 3,100 metres)
For three year olds and upwards
Advertised Total Prize Fund £20000. Owners Prize Money: 1st £8534, 2nd £4266, 3rd £2134, 4th £1066 (Penalty Value £10800) SS
See page 46 for conditions of this race
Colliers 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.
1 T R UE LE G E N D (I RE ) (6 2 )
B c Camelot - Scarlet And Gold (IRE) (Peintre Celebre (USA))
Owner: Tim Bunting - Osborne House IV
Trainer: Sir Mark Prescott Bt, Newmarket
Breeder: Sunderland Holdings Inc
Sponsor: P3P Partners LLP, R & E Bamford Limited
Horse Age: 4 Weight: 10 4
Dr aw 2 Luke Morris
Colours: ORANGE, WHITE sleeves, ORANGE stars, ORANGE cap, WHITE stars. Form: 5-22530
He has won three times at 1m 4f on good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 2 1/2l behind Align
The Stars at 13-2 when 9th of 13 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 1m 6f (good to firm) in August.
Official BHA Rating 92
2 O F F IC E R OF STAT E (G B) (3 56)
B g Golden Horn - Queen Consort (USA) (Kingmambo (USA))
Owner: State of Play & G L Moore
Trainer: Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham
Breeder: Godolphin
Sponsor: K M Elite Products Ltd
Horse Age: 5 Weight: 9 13
Dr aw 1 Rhys
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE hoop, chevrons on sleeves, quartered cap Form: 2//30631-
Official BHA Rating 87
A winner at 10-3 at Fontainebleau over 1m 7f (good to soft) on his latest flat outing in October last year, beating Mirabad by 3/4l
3 WO N D E R F U L EAG L E (G ER ) (40)
Ch g Adlerflug (GER) - Wonderful Filly (GER) (Lomitas)
Owner: Damree Developments Ltd
Trainer: Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead
Breeder: Gestut Gorlsdorf
Sponsor: Philip Hobbs Racing
Horse Age: 5 Weight: 9 12
Dr aw 4 Tom Queally
Colours: RED, MAROON hoop and sleeves, WHITE cap Form: 161/-161 D
Winner of five races from 1m 2f to 2m on good to soft and soft ground and on the all-weather; has also won three hurdles (latest N" win was last month). A winner at 12-1 at Goodwood over 2m on his latest flat outing in August, beating Duke Of Verona by a neck.
Official BHA Rating 86
4 W IN D YO UR NEC K IN (I RE ) (3 4)
Ch g Decorated Knight - Samite (USA) (Distorted Humor (USA))
Owner: Paul & Clare Rooney
Trainer: David Evans, Abergavenny
Breeder: Oghill House Stud
Sponsor: Emma Evans Racing Ltd
Horse Age: 5 Weight: 9 9
Dr aw 3
Colours: DARK BLUE and YELLOW (quartered), striped sleeves. Form: 31-0204
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 4f on soft and heavy ground Finished 9l behind Spirit Mixer when fourth of 9 at 17-2 on his latest outing at Chester over 2m (good) in August. Official BHA Rating 83
5 H U TC H E N C E (G B) (2 7 )
Ch g Frankel - Baisse (High Chaparral (IRE)) Dr aw 6
Owner: Valmont
Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down
Breeder: Mr G. Schoeningh
Sponsor: R M Beckett Ltd
Horse Age: 3
Richard Kingscote
Rossa Ryan
Weight: 9 6
Colours: WHITE, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, PINK armlets, PINK cap Form: 563113
Successful twice at 1m 4f on good to firm ground Third of 10 behind Master Builder beaten 2 1/2l at 13-2 on his latest outing at Haydock over 1m 6f (good) last month. Has won at Newbury and Salisbury this season.
Official BHA Rating 89
Clutterbuck
6 M A X I D E N T (G B) (6 )
B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Mahamuni (IRE) (Sadler’s Wells (USA))
Owner: Amo Racing Limited
Trainer: Raphael Freire, Lambourn
Breeder: Harriet Loder
Sponsor: Sports Invest UK Ltd
Horse Age: 4 Weight: 9 6
Dr aw 5 Oisin Murphy
Colours: VIOLET, WHITE quartered cap Form: 0-236P2 BF
Official BHA Rating 80
A winner at 1m 4f on heavy ground Beaten 10l by Merrijig when second of 7 at 9-4jt-fav on his latest outing at Ripon over 2m (soft) last month.
7 M O N S I EU R LA MB RAYS (G B) (1 03 )
B g Champs Elysees - Windermere Island (Cadeaux Genereux)
Owner: Miss I. G. Tompsett
Trainer: Bernard Llewellyn, Bargoed
Breeder: Glebe Stud
Horse Age: 8 Weight: 8 11
Dr aw 7 Jack Doughty (5)
Colours: GREY, DARK BLUE epaulets, armlets and star on cap Form: 0/2046-6 D
He has won four times from 1m 4f to 2m on good to firm ground and on the all-weather, but last win was over four years ago Finished 5l behind Shagpyle when last of 6 at 33-1 on his latest outing at Ffos Las over 2m (good to soft) in June
Visor worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 7.
Official BHA Rating 68 (-1)
2023: OCEANLINE (IRE) 5 9 8 Rob Hornby 28-1 (David Pipe) 7 ran
BETTING FORECAST: correct as of 12:30pm 03/10/24
7-4 Hutchence (GB), 4-1 True Legend (IRE), Wonderful Eagle (GER), 13-2 Maxident (GB), 7-1 Wind Your Neck In (IRE), 14-1 Officer of State (GB), 22-1 Monsieur Lambrays (GB)
RACE SUMMARY
TRUE LEGEND is unexposed over 2m and, having finished a commendable third in a deeper race on his only previous try over C&D, the Sir Mark Prescott-trained four-year-old could be up to giving weight and a beating to the opposition. Maxident can make this tough for the selection if he is allowed an easy time on the front end, while Hutchence also rates a player with the longer trip a potential source of further progression.
RACE PREDICTOR
5f (2yo)
5f
6f (2yo)
6f
7f (2yo)
7f
1m round (2yo)
1m round
1m straight 1m 2f 1m 4f
1m 6f 2m 2m 4f 2m 51/2 f
Record Times
No Nay Never - 58.80 seconds - 2013 Norfolk Stakes
Miss Andretti - 57.44 seconds - 2007 King’s Stand Stakes
Rajasinghe - 1 min 12.39 seconds - 2017 Coventry Stakes
Blue Point - 1 min 11.05 seconds - 2017 Pavilion Stakes
Pinatubo - 1 min 25.73 seconds - 2019 Chesham Stakes
Galician - 1 min 24.28 seconds - 2013 International
Joshua Tree - 1 min 39.55 seconds - 2009 Royal Lodge Stakes
Ribchester - 1 min 36.60 seconds - 2017 Queen Anne Stakes
The Fugue - 2 mins 1.90 seconds - 2014 Prince of Wales’s Stakes
Novellist - 2 mins 24.60 seconds - 2013 King George VI And Queen Elizabeth Stakes
Illinois – 3 mins 0.57 seconds – 2024 Queen’s Vase
Mizzou - 3 mins 24.12 seconds - 2015 Sagaro Stakes
Rite of Passage - 4 mins 16.92 secs - 2010 Gold Cup
Pallasator - 4 mins 45.24 secs - 2018 Queen Alexandra Stakes
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RACE 3
3 . 2 2 P M T H E B E
T M G M N OV I C E STA K E S
( C L A S S 3 ) ( G B B R AC E )
One mile about four furlongs, (11f abt 211yds) (approx. 2,300 metres)
For novice three year olds and upwards
Advertised Total Prize Fund £20000. Owners Prize Money: 1st £8534, 2nd £4266, 3rd £2134, 4th £1066 (Penalty Value £10800) SS
See page 47 for conditions of this race
BetMGM 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
1 K A N SA S DU BE RL AI S (F R) (1 42 )
Gr g Martaline - Kadika (FR) (Poliglote)
Owner: Mr O. S. Harris
Trainer: Adam West, Epsom
Breeder: S.A.R.L. Haras Du Berlais
Horse Age: 5 Weight: 9 10
Colours: YELLOW, DARK BLUE seams, striped sleeves, YELLOW cap Form:
Third of 11 behind Manuelito beaten 9l at 11-2 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Ffos Las over 2m (good) in May. A useful hurdler who warrants a market check on his Flat debut. Official BHA Rating -
2 S TAV V Y (I RE ) (2 05 )
Gr g Roaring Lion (USA) - Every Time (Pivotal)
Owner: Harlequin Direct Ltd
Trainer: Jane Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket
Breeder: Haras d’Etreham & Ecurie des Charmes
Sponsor: Henbrandt Ltd
Horse Age: 4 Weight: 9 10
aw 6
Colours: PURPLE and PINK diamonds, WHITE sleeves, RED stars, WHITE cap, RED star Form:
Pulled up when 100-1 in the Grade 1 Champion Bumper at Cheltenham over 2m (soft) won by Jasmin De Vaux in March on his latest outing. An interesting contender following a wind operation. Official BHA Rating -
3 RUS S I A N CR E SC E N D O (G B) (30)
B f Cracksman - Russian Finale (Dansili)
Owner: Cheveley Park Stud
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket
Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited
Sponsor: Cheveley Park Stud Limited
Dr aw 2
Horse Age: 3 Weight: 9 5
Colours: RED, WHITE sash, ROYAL BLUE cap Form: 41 D
Won on her latest outing when 5-2fav at Kempton over 1m 4f last month, beating Nowhere by 1 1/2l, her first win in two starts.
4 F IR E B L AD E (G B) (1 8)
B g Frankel - Rhadegunda (Pivotal)
Owner: Mr A. E. Oppenheimer
Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket
Breeder: Hascombe & Valiant Stud Ltd
Sponsor: Tote
Official BHA Rating -
Horse Age: 3 Weight: 9 4
Dr aw 7 Kieran Shoemark
Colours: BLACK and WHITE (halved), sleeves reversed, RED cap Form: 5
Full brother to Cracksman, won eight times between 1m and 1m 4f including four Group 1 races. Finished 7l behind Shader when fifth of 7 at 11-1 on his racecourse debut at Kempton over 1m 4f last month.
5 W E N D RO CK (F R) (4 2)
Gr g Manduro (GER) - Linareva (IRE) (Linamix (FR))
Owner: Mrs H. Kelly
Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross
Breeder: Mr Ghislain Deslandes
Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
Official BHA Rating -
Dr aw 1
Oisin Orr
Horse Age: 3
Weight: 9 4
Colours: MAROON, WHITE seams, WHITE sleeves, MAROON stars, MAROON cap, WHITE star Form: 3
Dam won at 1m 2f Third of 8 behind Military Academy beaten 9l at 100-1 on his racecourse debut at Hamilton over 1m 3f (heavy) in August.
Official BHA Rating -
Dr
Jonny Peate
Tom Marquand
6 B LO N D E AR ROW (G B) (8 0)
Ch f Nathaniel (IRE) - Arrowtown (Rail Link)
Owner: Llewelyn,Runeckles and Wetumpka Racing
Trainer: Heather Main, Wantage
Breeder: Bannister, Hollings & Hull
Sponsor: Open Plan Law Ltd
Horse Age: 3
Weight: 8 13
Dr aw 4 Hollie Doyle
Colours: MAROON, WHITE Cross of Lorraine and sleeves. Form: 50
Unplaced in both starts. Well beaten at 66-1 behind Fairy Glen when 9th of 11 on her latest outing at Kempton over 1m 4f in July
Official BHA Rating -
7 L A DY CH AU NT EE (G B) (- )
B f Cracksman - She Is No Lady (Lope de Vega (IRE))
Owner: D & J Newell
Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down
Breeder: Derek & Judith Newell
Sponsor: R M Beckett Ltd
Horse Age: 3 Weight: 8 13
Dr aw 5 Rossa Ryan
Colours: MAUVE, PURPLE armlets. Form:
Official BHA Rating -
Dam won three times between 1m 3f and 1m 6f Stoutly-bred mare who cannot be discounted on her racecourse bow.
Tongue Strap worn by No 1. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 2.
2023: HAMPDEN PARK 3 9 4 Oisin Murphy 5-1 (Andrew Balding) 8 ran
RUSSIAN CRESCENDO looked an interesting work in progress when she scored decisively at Kempton last month, which was a marked improvement from her racecourse bow and created the impression she has plenty more to offer. As both Wendrock and Fireblade need to find improvement from their respective debut runs, the well-bred newcomer Lady Chauntee, whose dam was a Listed winner in France, could be the one to give the selection the most to think about.
RACE PREDICTOR
CONQUEST
BARBARAPALVIN
RACE 4
3 . 57 P M
T H E B E T M G M N O E L M U R L E S S
STA K E S ( C L A S S 1 ) ( L I ST E D R AC E)
One mile about six furlongs (14f abt 34yds) (approx. 2,800 metres) For three year olds
Advertised Total Prize Fund £100000. Owners Prize Money: 1st £44560, 2nd £18290, 3rd £9150, 4th £4570, 5th £2290 (Penalty Value £56710) A SS
See page 47 for conditions of this race
BetMGM 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
Colours: PINK, ROYAL BLUE stripe, striped sleeves, hooped cap Form: 463233
A winner at 1m 2f on soft ground Third of 9 behind Prydwen beaten 2 1/4l at 7-2 on his latest outing in the Group 3 WETTSTAR.de - 140. Deutsches St Leger at Dortmund over 1m 6f (good to soft) last month.
2 PA P PA N O (G B) (3 0)
B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Mary Anne Evans (Oasis Dream)
Owner: Ms Rachel D. S. Hood
Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket
Breeder: Rachel D S Hood
Sponsor: Tote
Official BHA Rating 105
Horse Age: 3 Weight: 9 3
Dr aw 5 Kieran Shoemark
Colours: DARK BLUE, WHITE sash and sleeves, quartered cap Form: 165051 D
Official BHA Rating 93
Successful at 1m 4f and 1m 6f on the all-weather Won on his latest outing when 2-1fav at Southwell over 1m 6f last month, beating Story Horse by a neck.
3 S U B S EQ U E NT (I RE ) (2 1)
Ch g Galileo (IRE) - After (IRE) (Danehill Dancer (IRE))
Owner: Mrs Fitri Hay
Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
Breeder: Coolmore
Sponsor: JMH Group
Horse Age: 3 Weight: 9 3
Dr aw 3 Oisin Murphy
Colours: PINK, EMERALD GREEN chevron, halved sleeves, EMERALD GREEN and PINK quartered cap Form: 211512 D BF
He has won three times from 1m 4f to 1m 6f on good to firm and soft ground Beaten a short head by Faylaq when second of 8 at 7-4fav on his latest outing at Doncaster over 1m 6f (good to soft) last month.
4 TA B L E TA L K (I RE ) (4 1)
B c Camelot - Dillydallydo (IRE) (Holy Roman Emperor (IRE))
Owner: Mr Abdulla Al Mansoori
Trainer: Tom Clover, Newmarket
Breeder: Cottage Bloodstock
Official BHA Rating 97
Horse Age: 3 Weight: 9 3
Dr aw 2 Tom Marquand
Colours: YELLOW, DARK BLUE sleeves, YELLOW stars, YELLOW cap, DARK BLUE star Form: 3-1031 D
Successful at 1m 2f and 1m 6f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather A winner at 12-1 at York over 1m 6f (good to firm) on his latest outing in August, beating The Equator by 1 1/4l Has also won at Chelmsford City this season.
5 A L LO N SY (G B) (5 0)
B f Study of Man (IRE) - Alyssa (Sir Percy)
Owner: Miss K. Rausing
Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down Breeder: Miss K. Rausing
Official BHA Rating 104
Horse Age: 3 Weight: 8 12
Dr aw 1 Rossa Ryan
Colours: WHITE, EMERALD GREEN hoops, WHITE sleeves and cap Form: 331111
She has won four times from 1m 3f to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft Won on her latest outing when 11-4fav at Salisbury over 1m 4f (good to firm) in August, beating Ciara Pearl by 1/2l
BETTING FORECAST: correct as of 12:30pm 03/10/24 7-4 Tabletalk (IRE) 15-8 Go Daddy (IRE), 4-1 Subsequent (IRE), 8-1 Allonsy (GB), 10-1 Pappano (GB)
RACE SUMMARY
Having finished third on his last two starts in Group company, including the Geoffrey Freer on his penultimate start, GO DADDY can take advantage of a drop in class on this occasion. The son of Scat Daddy has run creditably on heavy ground before, and he can regain the winning thread at the main expense of the progressive Subsequent, who was narrowly denied in the Mallard Handicap at Doncaster last time out. A comfortable winner of the Melrose on just his fifth career outing, Tabletalk is another key player if handling conditions.
RACE PREDICTOR
GO DADDY
Subsequent
Tabletalk
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Rajeko
RACE 5
4 . 3 0 P M
E B E T M G M
H A N D I CA P STA K E S ( C L A S S 2
)
Six furlongs (6f) (1,200 metres)
For three year olds and upwards
Advertised Total Prize Fund
£45000. Owners Prize Money: 1st £18284, 2nd £9144, 3rd £4572, 4th £2286, 5th £1143, 6th £572. (Penalty Value £23193) SS
See page 47 for conditions of this race
BetMGM 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
1 C O M M A N C H E FA LL S (G B) (1 3)
Br g Lethal Force (IRE) - Joyeaux (Mark of Esteem (IRE))
Owner: Doug Graham, Ian Davison, Alan Drysdale
Trainer: Michael Dods, Darlington
Breeder: Redgate BStock & Peter Bottowley BStock
Sponsor: Denton Hall Racing Ltd
Horse Age: 7 Weight: 9 13
Dr aw 9 Connor Beasley
Colours: YELLOW, BLACK chevrons, WHITE sleeves, BLACK stars and cap Form: 256346 D
Has won 12 races at 6f on ground varying from good to firm to soft Finished 4l behind Lethal Levi when sixth of 25 at 25-1 on his latest outing at Ayr over 6f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 106
2 N E V E R SO BR AV E (I RE ) (4 3)
B c No Nay Never (USA) - Chica Whopa (IRE) (Oasis Dream)
Owner: Mr Saeed Suhail
Trainer: Sir Michael Stoute, Newmarket
Breeder: C. O. P. Hanbury
Horse Age: 3 Weight: 9 7
Dr aw 8 Ryan Moore
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW chevron, YELLOW cap, ROYAL BLUE spots. Form: 2-11602 BF
Successful at 7f and 1m on good and soft ground Beaten 1 1/2l by Ararat when second of 5 at 10-11fav on his latest outing at Chelmsford City over 7f in August. Has won at Chester and Thirsk this season.
Official BHA Rating 101
3 HO L K H A M BAY (G B) (2 0)
B g Aclaim (IRE) - Tumblewind (Captain Rio)
Owner: Norfolk Thoroughbreds
Trainer: William Knight, Newmarket
Breeder: Hellwood Stud Farm
Sponsor: William Knight Racing Ltd
Horse Age: 4 Weight: 9 2
Dr aw 4
Colours: DARK BLUE, WHITE inverted triangle
Form: 221100 C D
He has won four times from 5f to 6f on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather Beaten 1 3/4l behind American Affair at 18-1 when seventh of 22 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 6f (good) last month. Has won at Ascot and York this season.
4 RO H A AN (I RE ) (1 3)
B g Mayson - Vive Les Rouges (Acclamation)
Owner: Mr Kieran McCabe & Mr Paul Byrne
Trainer: David Evans, Abergavenny
Breeder: Liam Phelan
Sponsor: Emma Evans Racing Ltd
Official BHA Rating 95
Horse Age: 6 Weight: 9 1
Dr aw 1 Tom Queally
Colours: DARK BLUE, WHITE star and sleeves.
Form: 000030 CD
Has won ten races from 6f to 7f on ground varying from good to firm to heavy and on the all-weather Beaten 8l behind Lethal Levi at 9-1 when 19th of 25 on his latest outing at Ayr over 6f (good to firm) last month.
5 B A R A DA R (I RE ) (6 )
B or Br g Muhaarar - Go Lovely Rose (IRE) (Pivotal)
Owner: Amo Racing Limited
Trainer: George Boughey, Newmarket
Breeder: Knocktoran Stud
Sponsor: Sports Invest UK Ltd
Official BHA Rating 94
Horse Age: 6 Weight: 9 1
Dr aw 6 Rossa Ryan
Colours: VIOLET, WHITE quartered cap
Form: 000004 C
Winner of five races from 6f to 7f on ground varying from good to heavy. Finished 1 1/2l behind Eye Of Dubai when fourth of 11 at 11-1 on his latest outing at Ripon over 6f (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 94 (-1)
Oisin Murphy
6 F E R R O U S (I RE ) (2 7)
Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Grizzel (IRE) (Kodiac)
Owner: Recycled Products Limited & Partner
Trainer: Jack Channon, West Ilsley
Breeder: Merriebelle Irish Farm Ltd
Horse Age: 4 Weight: 9 1
Dr aw 3 Tom Marquand
Colours: LIGHT GREEN, YELLOW star, DARK GREEN sleeves, YELLOW cap
Form: 113005 D BF
He has won four times from 5f to 6f on good to firm and heavy ground and on the all-weather Finished 2l behind Drama when fifth of 12 at 9-4fav on his latest outing at Kempton over 6f last month.
7 WO DAO (F R) (2 0)
Ch g Showcasing - Dadao (Intello (GER))
Owner: Jim and Claire Ltd and Jon & Kay Collins
Trainer: Jamie Osborne, Upper Lambourn
Breeder: S.C.E.A. Elevage D’Yllone
Sponsor: Tote
Official BHA Rating 94
Horse Age: 4 Weight: 9 0
Dr aw 5 William Carver (3)
Colours: RED, YELLOW spots, sleeves and cap
Form: 000-030
Successful twice at 5f on good and yielding - soft ground, but last win was over two years ago Beaten 15l behind American Affair at 40-1 when 20th of 22 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 6f (good) last month.
Official BHA Rating 93
8 GA R F I E L D SH AD OW (I RE ) (2 0)
B c James Garfield (IRE) - Lara’s Theme (IRE) (Lawman (FR))
Owner: Sheikh Juma Dalmook Al Maktoum
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
Breeder: Peter Jones
Horse Age: 3 Weight: 8 13
Dr aw 2 Oisin Orr
Colours: DARK BLUE, large YELLOW spots.
Form: 140133 D
He has won four times from 5f to 6f on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather Third of 17 behind Dance Night Andday beaten 3/4l at 10-1 on his latest outing at Leopardstown over 7f (good) last month. Has won twice at Chester this season.
Official BHA Rating 93
9 WO B WO B WO B (I RE ) (6 )
B g Prince of Lir (IRE) - Ishimagic (Ishiguru (USA))
Owner: Ontoawinner, Andy Finneran racing
Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton
Breeder: Golden Vale Stud
Sponsor: www.ontoawinner.net
7
Horse Age: 6 Weight: 8 9
Colours: YELLOW and WHITE (quartered), YELLOW sleeves, WHITE armlets, YELLOW cap Form: 100650 D
Official BHA Rating 88 (-1)
Winner of six races from 6f to 7f on ground varying from good to soft. Beaten 6l behind Woven at 6-1 when seventh of 12 on his latest outing at Haydock over 6f (soft) last month.
1 0 PA L M A R BAY (F R) (5 3)
B g Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Di Fede (IRE) (Shamardal (USA))
Owner: Mr Robert Ng
Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down
Breeder: Mr M. Robert Ng
Sponsor: Tote
Horse Age: 3 Weight: 8 7 Colours: PURPLE, RED star and sleeves, RED cap, PURPLE star Form: 13-0610 D
Dr aw 10 Edward Greatrex
He has won three times from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Beaten 11l behind Elmonjed at 6-1 when last of 16 on his latest outing at Windsor over 6f (good to firm) in August. Official BHA Rating 87
Visor worn by No. 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 7. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1.
Stewards Note:
ROHAAN: Following its run on 21/9/2024 it was reported that the horse suffered interference.
FERROUS: Following its run on 7/9/2024 it was reported that the horse suffered interference late-on.
PALMAR BAY: Following its run on 12/8/2024 it was reported that the horse never travelled.
2023: ROHAAN (IRE) 5 9 12 Neil Callan 2-1 (David Evans) 16 ran
BETTING FORECAST: correct as of 12:30pm 03/10/24
10-3 Rohaan (IRE), 5-1 Never So Brave (IRE), 6-1 Commanche Falls (GB), Baradar (IRE), 13-2 Garfield Shadow (IRE), 7-1 Ferrous (IRE), 15-2 Holkham Bay (GB), 10-1 Palmar Bay (FR), 14-1 Wobwobwob (IRE), 33-1 Wodao (FR)
Dr aw
Amie Waugh (3)
RACE SUMMARY
ROHAAN may have disappointed in the Ayr Gold Cup last time out, but he is better judged on his penultimate effort when a fast-finishing third over C&D. The son of Mayson is now 8lb lower than his success in the race last year and is on a dangerous mark. Garfield Shadow, who came from off the pace when a promising third in a valuable handicap over 7f on Irish Champions weekend, is likely to enter calculations, while Never So Brave and Baradar cannot be ruled out either
RACE PREDICTOR
ROHAAN
Garfield Shadow
Never So Brave
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RACE 6
5 .05 P M T H
E V I C TO R I A R AC I N G C LU B
C L A S S I F I E D STA K E S ( C L A S S 3
)
One mile (8f) (1,600 metres)
For three year olds and upwards
Advertised Total Prize Fund £20000. Owners Prize Money: 1st £8534, 2nd £4266, 3rd £2134, 4th £1066 (Penalty Value £10800) SS
See page 47 for conditions of this race
Victoria Racing Club 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
1 ACC ID EN TA L AG EN T (G B) (3 4)
B g Delegator - Roodle (Xaar) Dr aw 5
Owner: Mrs R. F. Johnson Houghton
Trainer: Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury
Breeder: Mrs R. F. Johnson Houghton
Sponsor: Abm Catering Limited
(5)
Horse Age: 10 Weight: 9 7 Colours: LIGHT BLUE, DARK BLUE cross belts and sleeves, ORANGE cap Form: 5500-00 CD
Winner of seven races from 6f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft and on the all-weather, but last win was over two years ago Beaten 11l behind Glenfinnan at 28-1 when eighth of 10 on his latest outing at Sandown over 7f (good) in August.
Official BHA Rating 89
2 DA S H I N G RO GE R (G B) (1 26 )
B g Fast Company (IRE) - Croeso Cusan (Diktat)
Owner: Mr Ron Spore
Trainer: William Stone, West Wickham
Breeder: Mr Richard Evans
Sponsor: Tote
Horse Age: 7 Weight: 9 7
Dr aw 9 Kieran Shoemark
Colours: LIGHT BLUE, YELLOW spots. Form: 11-0050 CD
Has won eight races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to heavy and on the all-weather Beaten 17l behind Two Tempting at 20-1 when 14th of 15 on his latest outing at Epsom over 1m (good to soft) in May.
Official BHA Rating 86
3 I M P E R IA L FI GH TE R (I RE ) (83 )
B g The Gurkha (IRE) - Endure (IRE) (Green Desert (USA))
Owner: Jim and Claire Ltd and Jon & Kay Collins
Trainer: Jamie Osborne, Upper Lambourn
Breeder: Lynn Lodge Stud
Sponsor: Tote
Dr aw 7
William Carver (3)
Horse Age: 5 Weight: 9 7
Colours: MAROON and BEIGE (quartered), hooped sleeves, BEIGE cap, MAROON star Form: 004-000
A winner at 7f on soft ground, but that win was over three years ago Beaten 16l behind Blue For You at 33-1 when last of 14 on his latest outing at York over 1m (good to soft) in July
4 P E A R L EY E (G B) (2 0)
B g Expert Eye - Treat Gently (Cape Cross (IRE))
Owner: Mr R. Nugent
Trainer: Darryll Holland, Newmarket
Breeder: Andrew Davis
Official BHA Rating 89
Horse Age: 4 Weight: 9 7
Dr aw 8 Jason Watson
Colours: LIGHT BLUE and PINK diabolo, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, PINK armlets and diamonds on cap Form: 445502 D
Winner of six races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to heavy and on the all-weather Beaten a head by Pitney when second of 9 at 10-1 on his latest outing at Chester over 1m (soft) last month.
5 TA S K H E ER (I RE ) (5 2 1 )
B g Golden Horn - Shaarfa (USA) (Dynaformer (USA))
Owner: Sam Tingey & Charlie Tingey
Trainer: Daniel Steele, Henfield
Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited
Official BHA Rating 86
Horse Age: 6 Weight: 9 7
Dr aw 1 Rhys Clutterbuck
Colours: LIGHT BLUE, ROYAL BLUE star, armlets and cap Form: 0/01141- D
He has won four times from 7f to 1m 1f on good ground and on the all-weather A winner at 3-1 at Yarmouth over 7f (good) on his latest outing in May last year, beating Spanish Mane by 3/4l
Official BHA Rating 64
6 T H U N D E R ROA R (G B) (7 )
Ch g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Dominike (ITY) (Duke of Marmalade (IRE))
Owner: Mr D F L Bishop & Partner
Trainer: Tony Coyle & Kaine Wood, Norton
Breeder: Brookside Stud Ltd
Horse Age: 5 Weight: 9 7
Dr aw 4 Tom Eaves
Colours: GREY, RED epaulets, RED sleeves, BLACK spots, GREY cap, RED star Form: 323002 BF
He has won three times at 7f on soft and heavy ground Beaten a short head by Spirit Genie when second of 9 at 7-2jt-fav on his latest outing at Haydock over 7f (heavy) last month. Official BHA Rating 82 (+1)
7 AQ U AC E L L (I RE ) (1 3)
B f Churchill (IRE) - Aquamarine (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN))
Owner: China Horse Club International Limited
Trainer: Jane Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket
Breeder: Mr Andriy Milovonov & V. Tymoshenko
Horse Age: 3 Weight: 9 4
Dr aw 12 Jimmy Quinn
Colours: RED, YELLOW stars, halved sleeves and star on cap. Form: 162262
A winner at 7f on the all-weather Beaten 1l by Zouzanna when second of 12 at 7-1 on her latest outing at Newmarket over 1m (good to firm) last month.
8 E B T ’ S GU A R D (G B) (6 )
B c Cable Bay (IRE) - Whims of Desire (Nathaniel (IRE))
Owner: Mr Jayant Pindolia
Trainer: William Muir & Chris Grassick, Lambourn
Breeder: Bluehills Racing Ltd
Official BHA Rating 81
Horse Age: 3 Weight: 9 4
Dr aw 3 Lewis Edmunds
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, RED seams, RED and ROYAL BLUE chevrons on sleeves, ROYAL BLUE and RED hooped cap
Form: 232066 D
Official BHA Rating 90
A winner at 1m on good to firm ground Finished 7l behind Liberty Lane when sixth of 31 at 80-1 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 1m 1f (soft) last month.
9 G U S H I N G GO LD (I RE ) (1 05 )
B f Blue Point (IRE) - Mehronissa (Iffraaj)
Owner: Mr Salem Rashid Bin Ghadayer
Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
Horse Age: 3 Weight: 9 4
Dr aw 11 Oisin Murphy
Colours: WHITE, DARK BLUE disc, WHITE sleeves, DARK BLUE spots.
Form: 120-000
Official BHA Rating 89
A winner at 7f on good to firm ground Beaten 20l behind Soprano at 100-1 when 25th of 30 on her latest outing over this course and distance (good to firm) in June
1 0 M O N K E Y IS LA ND (G B) (4 2)
Ch g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Butterfly Kiss (USA) (Medaglia d’Oro (USA))
Owner: Manton Thoroughbreds VIII
Trainer: Brian Meehan, Manton
Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited
Sponsor: Sirecam Europe
Horse Age: 3 Weight: 9 4
Dr aw 6 Sean Levey
Colours: EMERALD GREEN, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, WHITE cap, EMERALD GREEN spots. Form: 0-10533
A winner at 7f on good ground Third of 7 behind Great Chieftain beaten 1l at 4-1 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 1m (good) in August.
1 1 TA R E E FA (I RE ) (76 )
B f Night of Thunder (IRE) - Ferdoos (Dansili)
Owner: Sheikh Ahmed Al Maktoum
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket
Breeder: Godolphin
Official BHA Rating 86
Horse Age: 3 Weight: 9 4
Dr aw 2 Tom Marquand
Colours: YELLOW, BLACK epaulets. Form: 411 D
Successful at 7f and 1m on good to firm and soft ground Won on her latest outing when 4-7fav at Haydock over 1m (soft) in July, beating Flag Of Love by 2 1/4l Has also won at Newmarket this season.
1 2 T H Y E R (G B) (1 8)
Official BHA Rating 89
B g Gleneagles (IRE) - Magical Rhythms (USA) (Pioneerof The Nile (USA))
Owner: Mr Mohamed Rashid Hamdan Al Saadi
Trainer: Marco Botti, Newmarket
Breeder: Nawara Stud Limited
Sponsor: Marco Botti Ltd
Horse Age: 3
Weight: 9 4
Dr aw 10 Hollie Doyle
Colours: BROWN, ORANGE collar, rectangle shape split sash, ORANGE sleeves, BROWN cuffs and cap, ORANGE peak and bobble Form: 31-1 D
Successful twice at 1m on good ground A winner at 7-1 at Windsor over 1m (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Tawajjah by a nose
Official BHA Rating 87
Stewards Note:
IMPERIAL FIGHTER: Following its run on 13/7/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too free. PEARL EYE: Following its run on 14/9/2024 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run. THUNDER ROAR: Following its run on 27/9/2024 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed. 2023: METAL MERCHANT (IRE) 3 9 4 Rossa Ryan 5-1 (Jack Channon) 8 ran
Closely related to Group 1 winner Nezwaah, TAREEFA has progressed nicely by scoring on her last two starts. As long as she handles the ground, William Haggas’ charge is taken to see off the likes of Thyer, who was a determined winner at Windsor on his first start for new connections, and Ebt’s Guard. Completing the shortlist are the likes of Aquacell, Dashing Roger and Monkey Island.
RACE PREDICTOR
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A T A S C O T R A C E C O U R S E
The safety and welfare of horses and jockeys is paramount throughout the year at Ascot. In recent years we have invested significantly to improve our facilities on and off the track to ensure we provide the very best care and attention for all participants Nowhere is this better demonstrated than in the changes made to the racing surface itself during the redevelopment in 2006.
The key elements of the project were to camber the home and old paddock bends and to remove the road crossings over the track, replacing them with underpasses. This created a safer surface for the horses, where previously some less experienced runners had occasionally shied at the differing surfaces.
Further improvements to equine welfare provision were made as part of a £700,000 project to create an enhanced unsaddling area in 2016. Increased in size to accommodate large field races more comfortably, the Unsaddling Enclosure Lawn is positioned to benefit from maximum shade
from the crown of an adjacent mature tree as well as a repositioned tulip tree, which sits to the south of the oval. Equine misting fans were also installed to aid with post-race cooling of horses.
Four specifically qualified equine vets are on duty every raceday, dedicated to the welfare of all the horses. During each race, vets follow the runners by car and can respond to and attend a casualty generally within a minute – as fast as the paramedic teams responsible for human casualties.
Ascot’s two permanent veterinary boxes are supplemented with an X-Ray machine for the major meetings to assist with swift diagnosis before administration of treatment on site or any movement necessary to equine hospitals.
There are two equine ambulances on course at all times and three ambulances for any incidents involving injuries to jockeys.
The jockeys’ facilities at Ascot include a medical treatment room, rest rooms and a dedicated room for physiotherapy
C O M I N G UP AT AS CO T
FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR
FAMILY RACEDAY
S AT U R DAY 2 n d N OV E M B E R
The Jumps season returns with a bang at our annual fireworks spectacular. A high-quality card is followed by one of the region’s largest fireworks displays where 20,000 fireworks launch from the centre of the racecourse to light up the skyline and bring the curtain down on a fantastic family day out.
Racegoers can expect an abundance of activities and thrilling fairground rides at this community event, held in association with the Ascot Round Table. Join us this autumn for exhilarating sporting action and seasonal fun.
Rides free until 4pm, then charged at £1 with proceeds donated to local charities.
Tickets from £30 per person
Under 18s go free
Group rates available
QIPCO BRITISH CHAMPIONS DAY
S AT U R DAY 1 9 t h O C TO B E R
See champions crowned at the thrilling finale to the British Flat season.
The world-class racing includes four Group 1s throughout the afternoon with the very best horses, jockeys and trainers competing for £4 million in prize money, making this the nation’s richest raceday.
Racing isn’t the only attraction on the day with off course activities in the Fan Zone, including jockey signings and masterclasses, and a lively after party once racing has concluded.
Tickets from £37* per person Under 18s go free Group rates available
*Advanced booking price, £45 on the day
COPYBET NOVEMBER RACING WEEKEND
F R I DAY 2 2 n d & SATU RDAY 2 3 r d N OV E M B E R
Join us for two enjoyable days of Jumps racing. Friday provides the perfect opportunity to see some of the stars of the future as a collection of promising novice hurdlers and chasers traditionally line up on this day.
Saturday’s card is headlined by the Grade 2 CopyBet 1965 Chase and Grade 2 Ascot Hurdle, both of which have a rich history of attracting some of the biggest names in the sport.
These are dedicated ownership days so you can also learn all about shared racehorse ownership from racing clubs and syndicates, meet a former racehorse and enter exciting competitions.
Friday – Queen Anne Enclosure Free £1 booking fee per ticket, donated to Ascot Racecourse Supports) King Edward Enclosure - £25
Saturday from £30 per person Under 18s go free Group rates available
HOWDEN CHRISTMAS RACING WEEKEND
F R I DAY 2 0 t h &
SAT U R DAY 2 1 s t D E C E M B E R
Gather family and friends to celebrate the festive season in style and enjoy the most valuable meeting of Ascot’s Jumps season, as the Christmas holidays begin in earnest. The competition is set to be thrilling with Friday featuring the Grade 2 Howden Noel Novices’ Chase and a listed bumper and Saturday headlined by the Grade 1 Howden Long Walk Hurdle.
On Saturday’s family day there’s merriment a plenty with festive entertainment set to delight racegoers of all ages. The candle-lit carol singing with the Ascot Brass Band returns and Father Christmas and his reindeer will once again be in attendance.
Tickets from £20 per person Under 18s go free Group rates available
2 0 2 4 FI XT UR ES
19th OCTOBER QIPCO British Champions Day
2nd NOVEMBER
Fireworks Spectacular Family Raceday
22nd & 23rd NOVEMBER
CopyBet November Racing Weekend
20th & 21st DECEMBER
Howden Christmas Racing Weekend
2 0 2 5 FI XT UR ES
ROYAL ASCOT
17th - 21st June
Tickets from £25*
*Best price tickets available until 8th November
T O D A Y ’ S OF FI CI AL S
ASCOT AUTHORIT Y (HOLDING S)
LIMITED BOARD
Sir Francis Brooke Bt. (Chairman and His Majesty’s Representative)
Felicity Barnard
Lady Celina Carter
Ian McGregor CVO
Harry Morley
Jonathan Parker
Lisa Perrin
Nick Smith LVO
Alastair Warwick
STEWARDS
Richard Westropp (Chief Steward)
William Barlow (Stewards’ Panel Chair)
Lyndsay Glynn
Gwen Thomas
Cody Watkins
OFFICIALS
Head of Racing and Clerk of the Course
Chris Stickels
Starters
Robert Supple
Sophia Upton
Clerk of the Scales
Graham Ford
ASCOT RACECOURSE
LIMITED BOARD
Felicity Barnard
Ian McGregor CVO
Jonathan Parker
Nick Smith LVO
Sam Thompson
Alastair Warwick
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LIMITED BOARD
Felicity Barnard
Christopher Collard
Ian McGregor CVO
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Alastair Warwick
COMPANY SECRETARY
Christopher Collard
Judge
Emily Jones
Doctors
Dr Roger Goulds
Dr Peter Johnson
Dr Henry Knott
Dr Ramy Saker
Commentator
Alan Howes
Betting Ring Manager
Vicki Moore
Equine Welfare and Integrity Officers
Kelly Corke
Steve Fox
Christine Hannaford
Darren Stone
R A C E CO ND IT IO NS
Handicapper
Michael Harris
Veterinary Officer
Jane Harry
Veterinary Surgeons
Simon Knapp, CVO, BVetMed, BSc, MRCVS
Jamie Knapp, BVSc, MRCVS
Bobby McEwen BVSc MRCVS
Martin Watson CVO, BVMS, MRCVS
Designated Safeguarding Lead
Ian McGregor CVO
First Race 2.12 - THE MOLTON BROWN AMATEUR JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (FOR MALE AMATEUR RIDERS) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7773 to the winning horse, the second to receive £3889, the third £1942, the fourth £973 and the fifth £485. For three-year-olds and upwards, rated 61-80 (also open to such horses rated 81 and 82; such horses rated 60 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £78 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher, £15 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £63 extra if the horse is declared to run. Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 2nd. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb, 3-y-o 10st; highest weight not less than 11st 7lb. Penalties, after September 21st, 2024, for each race won 3yo - 6lb, 4yo to 6yo - 5lb, 7yo and up - 4lb. To be ridden by Gentleman Amateur Jockeys who are members of the Amateur Jockeys’ Association of Great Britain by the deadline for Declaration of Jockeys and on the day of the race. Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to October 1st, 2024, have not ridden more than 10 winners in races under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority 3lb, Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 5lb, Jockeys who have not ridden any such winner 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed). Molton Brown has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and they will award a cash prize of £100 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Molton Brown. 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. NOTE: The highest weight stated above will apply at the entry stage and declaration to run stage regardless of the age of the highest rated horse. 19 entries at £78. Closed September 28th, 2024. Owners Prize Money: Winner £6756, Second £3379, Third £1689, Fourth £845, Fifth £423 (Penalty Value £7773.35) Weights raised 3lbs and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. A SS SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 2.47 - THE COLLIERS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3)
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-year-olds and upwards, rated 71-90 (also open to such horses rated 91 and 92; such horses rated 70 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £100 stake if the horse is rated 71 or higher, £20 stake if the horse is rated 70 or lower with £80 extra if the horse is declared to run. Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 2nd. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb, 3-y-o 8st 2lb; highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 7lb. Penalties, after September 21st, 2024, for each race won 3yo - 6lb, 4yo to 6yo - 5lb, 7yo and up - 4lb. Colliers has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and they will award a cash prize of £100 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Colliers 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. 19 entries at £100 Closed September 28th, 2024. Owners Prize Money: Winner £8534, Second £4266, Third £2134, Fourth £1066 (Penalty Value £10800) SS
SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE
Third Race 3.22 - THE BetMGM NOVICE 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 novice three-year-olds and upwards Enter by noon, September 28th and pay £100 stake, declare by 10.00 a.m. October 2nd. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st 4lb, fillies 8st 13lb; 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 9st 10lb, fillies 9st 5lb Penalties, a winner of a race - 6lb, of 2 races - 10lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties). BetMGM has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and award a cash prize of £100 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 BetMGM. The sponsorship payment of £250 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 18 entries at £100 Closed September 28th, 2024. Owners Prize Money: Winner £8534, Second £4266, Third £2134, Fourth £1066 (Penalty Value £10800) SS SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £56710 to the winning horse, the second to receive £21500, the third £10760, the fourth £5360 and the fifth £2690 For three-year-olds only. Enter by noon, September 28th and pay £500 stake, declare by 10.00 a.m. October 2nd. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 3lb; fillies 8st 12lb Penalties, after March 31st, 2024, a winner of a Listed race 3lb, of a Pattern race 5lb BetMGM 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 responsible for the best turned out horse. The British Horseracing Authority’s Development Fund has generously contributed £20000 towards the prize money for this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of BetMGM. The sponsorship payment of £250 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 12 entries at £500 Closed September 28th, 2024. Owners Prize Money: Winner £44560, Second £18290, Third £9150, Fourth £4570, Fifth £2290 (Penalty Value £56710) A SS
SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 4.30 - THE BetMGM HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS
2)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £23193 to the winning horse, the second to receive £10876, the third £5440, the fourth £2718, the fifth £1359 and the sixth £679 For three-year-olds and upwards, rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, September 28th and pay £225 stake, declare by 10.00 a.m. October 2nd. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; highest weight 9st 12lb. Penalties, after September 21st, 2024, for each race won 3yo - 6lb, 4yo to 6yo - 5lb, 7yo and up - 4lb. BetMGM has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and award a cash prize of £100 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of BetMGM. The sponsorship payment of £250 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 19 entries at £225 Closed September 28th, 2024. Owners Prize Money: Winner £18284, Second £9144, Third £4572, Fourth £2286, Fifth £1143, Sixth £572. (Penalty Value £23193) SS
SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 5.05 - THE VICTORIA RACING CLUB CLASSIFIED STAKES (CLASS 3)
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-year-olds and upwards, rated 0-90. Enter by noon, September 28th and pay £100 stake, declare by 10.00 a.m. October 2nd. Weights: 3-y-o 9st 4lb, 4-y-o and up 9st 7lb. Penalties, after September 21st, 2024, for each race won 3yo - 6lb, 4yo to 6yo - 5lb, 7yo and up - 4lb. NOTE: For horses reassessed since the publication of the qualifying rating list for entry, the excess in any rating above the rating band shall be added to the weights stated above Victoria Racing Club will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and award a cash prize of £100 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. The Ascot Racecourse Executive reserves the right to transfer this race to the Old Mile Course. 22 entries at £100. Closed September 28th, 2024. Owners Prize Money: Winner £8534, Second £4266, Third £2134, Fourth £1066 (Penalty Value £10800) SS
SEE PAGE 40 FOR THIS RACE.
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E N E R A L IN FO RM AT IO N
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H O R S E W E L F A R E
At all meetings there is a team of specially qualified vets appointed to look after the welfare of all horses. During each race vets follow the horse by car and can attend a casualty in the same response time as the paramedic teams responsible for human casualties. It is standard practise for screens to be fixed around any horse receiving veterinary treatment. This does not reflect the severity of an injury, just allows the vet some privacy and the patient a calm environment in which to recover. Please do not always assume the worst if you see screens around a fallen horse.
A B A N D O N M E N T PO LI CY
In the event of racing being abandoned, refunds on entrance money and car parks will only be made in the following circumstances:
a) Abandonment before the running of the first race – full refund.
b) Abandonment before the third or feature race, whichever is later – 50% refund
In the event of an abandonment there is no need to contact us, we will be in touch with next steps and any required actions.
H B L B
The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £1,268,982 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 15th September to 31st December 2024.
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