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Thursday 12th December 2024
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EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS
Carol Leggett, Julie Lingham, Suzanne Feltham, Elizabeth Budden MEDICAL OFFICERS
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Alan Howes
BETTING RING MANAGER
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RACING DIRECTOR
Neil Graham COMMERCIAL DIRECTOR
Nathan Holmes CLERK OF THE COURSE
Michael Prosser
DESIGNATED SAFEGUARDING LEAD
Shelley Wheeler
TONIGHT’S RACING
First Race 4.30pm 10 - 12 Second Race 5.00pm 14 - 15 Third Race 5.30pm 18 - 19
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TONIGHT’S SPONSORS
Welcome to Chelmsford City Racecourse
We have another busy evening ahead for you with a nine-race card with six of the races sponsored by Skybet and the remaining three by the EBF. We thank them both for their generous support of tonight’s card.
The 6.00pm race is part of the EBF Future Stayers’ series of 12 races, which is designed to encourage two year olds with stouter pedigrees. These races are restricted to the progeny of sires and dams, who ran over 10 furlongs plus and, since 2015, have produced the winners of 45 stakes races. Will we see a future stakes winner here this evening?
I hope you have a lovely evening.
Neil Graham
Racing Director
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7 PARK LANE DANCER (IRE) (11)
Br Br g Elzaam (AUS) - Greatest Dancer (IRE) (Iffraaj)
O Simon Mulvany & Partner
4 9-2 (1)
Paul Hanagan J
John Quinn, Malton T
B Ballyhane Stud JJ Quinn Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Foaled April 20 €15,000 yearling, Elzaam gelding. Half-brother to winner up to 6f Capla Dancer Dam,2-y-o6fwinner,half-sistertosmartwinnerupto8.3fDonncha. TFRHHIII BHA-
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First Race 4.30
THE SKY BET CLUB
JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7000 Owners Prize Money 1st £3022, 2nd £1511, 3rd £755, 4th £378, 5th £189 (Penalty Value £3476.90) 3 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
CITY SELECTIONS
MEADRAM ran on well under today’s rider when he landed a hands and heels event over C&D on his most recent start and a 3lb higher mark might not be enough to prevent the son of Mukhadram from following up. Fellow C&D winner First Dynasty also needs consideration as he steps back up in trip on his debut for a new yard. Similar comments apply to Mirabello Bay, who is another track-and-trip scorer who commands respect.
MEADRAM First Dynasty
Leading course trainer (19-24): A Watson (24 wins from 195 runners, 12%) runs LUNA MAGIC Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G & J Moore (6 wins from 42 runners, 14%) runs COSMIC VIEW
Longest Travellers: MEADRAM trained by M Tregoning, Whitsbury, 164 miles. FIRST DYNASTY trained by M Young, Sneads Green, 164 miles.
1 MEADRAM (GB) (75) 02P3-51 CD
(16)
Br B g Mukhadram - Mea Parvitas (IRE) Miss Alice Tregoning (5) J
O Mrs M. E. Wates Marcus Tregoning, Whitsbury T
B Michael E. Wates (Mr Michael Wates) Langton Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW 11/4, won 11-runner handicap under this rider over C&D 75 days ago. Remains well treated and shouldgowellagainiftheraceisruntosuit. TFRHHHHI BHA61
2 DAN DEE PRINCE (IRE) (168) 5-60306 3
Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Karamaya (IRE)
(11)
Miss Megan Wingrove (5) J
O Urloxhey Racing Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich T
B Aoife Boland & Aaron Boland Coulthursts Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW 15/2 and tongue strap on for 1st time, last of 6 in handicap at Leicester (7f, good to firm). Off168days.Significantlyupintrip. TFRHHIII BHA62
3 MR JETMAN (IRE) (9) 234466 4 11-0 (15)
Br B g Territories (IRE) - Silent Secret (IRE) J
O Group Equine Racing IX
B Roland H. Alder
NON-RUNNER
Ivan Furtado, Wiseton T
TIMEFORMVIEW TFRIIIII BHA59(-1)
4 FIRST DYNASTY (USA) (21) 430104 CD 5 11-0 (14)
Br B g American Pharoah (USA) - Heavenly Thought (USA) Mr Billy Marshall (7) J
O Max Young Racing Club Max Young, Sneads Green T
B Candy Meadows LLC Berkeley Carter Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWCreditablefourthof10inhandicapatWolverhampton(7.2f,4/1)21daysago.Firstrunforyardafter leavingSamEngland.Worthyofrespectdespitepoordraw TFRHHHII BHA59
5 MIRABELLO BAY (IRE) (255) 4-54415 CD 4 10-13 (7)
Br Ch g Belardo (IRE) - Stone Roses (IRE) Mr Paddy Barlow (3) J
O Mr F. J. Brennan Barry Brennan, Upper Lambourn T
B Mr John Donworth
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Respectable fifth of 10 in handicap (10/1) at Wolverhampton (12.2f), needingstrongergallop.Off8months.FirstrunforyardafterleavingJ.S.Moore. TFRHHHII BHA58
6 SAVED LIZZIE (GB) (26) 605522
(8)
Br Ch f Recharge (IRE) - Lady Artiste (IRE) Mr Henry Callan (7) J
O Hook Lane Syndicate Robert Eddery, Newmarket T
B World Racing Network Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEWCreditablesecondof11inhandicapatWolverhampton(8.6f,6/1)26daysago,nomatchforwinner. Nottakenlightly TFRHHHHI BHA58
7 JENSON BENSON (IRE) (35) 062436 CD
(6)
Br B g Kodi Bear (IRE) - Star Fire Mr Simon Walker J
O L & M Atkins
Shaun Lycett, Moreton-in-Marsh T
B Gce Farm Ltd Suzanne Barnes Design Partnership S
TIMEFORMVIEW
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
8 DIFFIDENT SPIRIT (GB) (26) 050515 D 6 10-12 (5)
Br B g Sayif (IRE) - Abbotsfield (IRE)
Mr Lewis Kent (5) J
O T. J. Kent T. J. Kent, Newmarket T
B Llety Farms Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEWLatestwinatNottinghaminNovember Respectablefifthof11inhandicap(16/5)atWolverhampton (8.6f)26daysago,notclearrun.Meritsconsideration. TFRHHHHH BHA57
9 STAR OF ST JAMES (GER) (43) 146004 D 7 10-10 (3)
Br B g Equiano (FR) - Slight Advantage (IRE)
Miss Stephanie Dorey (5) J
O Group Equine Racing Ivan Furtado, Wiseton T
B Stiftung Gestut Fahrhof Group Equine Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Nottingham in August. Step back in right driection when fourth of 10 in handicap at Nottingham (10.2f,heavy,6/1)43daysago,faringbestofthoseriddenprominently Onetoconsiderfromhandymark. TFRHHHII BHA55
10 COSMIC VIEW (GB) (274) 520-060
Br Ch g New Approach (IRE) - First Priority
4 10-10 (13)
Miss Ella Smart (5) J
O Future Champions Racing Syndicate Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham T
B Godolphin KM Elite Products Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW 33/1, tenth of 13 in handicap at Kempton (12f). Off 9 months. First run for yard after leaving GaryMoore.Mustimprove. TFRHHIII BHA55
11 EDVARD GRIEG (IRE) (29) 052000
Br B g Zoffany (IRE) - Lyric Piece
3 10-10 (1)
Mr Fletcher Yarham J
O Jack Thomas,James Sweeney,Graham Brooks Dylan Cunha, Newmarket T
B Mr David Harrison
TIMEFORMVIEW10/1,eighthof12inhandicapatLingfield(8f,AW)29daysago.Upintrip.Notfiringatpresentand othersaremorepersuasive. TFRHHIII BHA57
12 MORINDOO (GB) (23) 05-0000 3 10-8 (10)
Br B f Aclaim (IRE) - Arendelle Miss Molly Stratton (5) J
O Mrs T. Walker Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn T
B Chasemore Farm ABM Catering Facilities Management S
TIMEFORM VIEW Hooded for 1st time, eleventh of 12 in handicap at Lingfield (8f, AW, 28/1) 23 days ago, slowlyaway Backupintrip.Othershaveachievedmore. TFRHHIII BHA55
13 ROYAL OBSERVATORY (GB) (26) 000030 BF 4 10-7 (12)
Br Ch g Siyouni (FR) - Vue Fantastique (FR)
Miss Lauren Frost (5) J
O Miss Lauren Frost Kevin Frost, Newark T
B Newsells Park Stud Kevin Frost Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEW5/2,ninthof11inhandicapatWolverhampton(8.6f)26daysago,slowlyaway Makespolytrackdebut. Stepbackupintripisinhisfavour TFRHHHII BHA52
14 REVERBERATION (GB) (52) 322560 CD 9 10-7 (2)
Br Ch g Excelebration (IRE) - Echo Ridge (IRE) Mr Paul Hainey (5) J
O Mr P. G. Murphy Pat Murphy, Hungerford T
B Littleton Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWC&Dwinner 28/1,firstrunsinceleavingJ.S.Moorewhenninthof11inhandicapatWolverhampton (9.5f)52daysago. TFRHHIII BHA52
15 REEL POWER (GB) (36) 4124-03
Br B g Highland Reel (IRE) - Ensaya (IRE)
(9)
Miss Megan Trainor (5) J
O Homewoodgate Racing Club Paddy Butler, Lewes T
B Richard Milner (Shropshire) Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW66/1,thirdof14inhandicapatKempton(8f)36daysago.Backupintrip.Notruledout. TFRHHHII BHA50
16 LUNA MAGIC (GB) (103) 200660 D
Br Br m Mayson - Dayia (IRE)
(4)
Miss Brodie Hampson J
O Marco Polo Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn T
B Lady Jennifer Green Archie Watson Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Fifteen runs since last win in 2023 Last of 8 in handicap (12/1) at Lingfield (8f, AW). Off 103 days. Backupintrip. TFRHIIII BHA49
DECLARED RUNNERS 16
2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Blinkers worn by No. 4, 5. Visor worn by No. 15. Tongue Strap worn by No. 10.
Stewards Note:
JENSON BENSON: Following its run on 7/11/2024 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.
Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Diffident Spirit (GB), 6-1 Meadram (GB), 8-1 Saved Lizzie (GB), 17-2 First Dynasty (USA), 11-1 Royal Observatory (GB), 14-1 Mirabello Bay (IRE), 16-1 Star of St James (GER), 18-1 Reel Power (GB), 20-1 Dan Dee Prince (IRE), 25-1 Edvard Grieg (IRE), 33-1 Luna Magic (GB), 40-1 Morindoo (GB), Reverberation (GB), 50-1 Cosmic View (GB)
DIFFIDENT SPIRIT is on a lower AW mark and shaped better than the result (not clear run) when fifth at Wolverhampton last time, so he gets the tentative vote in an open-looking contest. Last-time-out C&D winner Meadram is a player along with Saved Lizzie.
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Second Race 5.00
THE IRISH EBF RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (for horses in Bands C and D) (DIV I) (GBB RACE)
for novice two yrs old x Total prize fund £10000
Owners Prize Money 1st £4129, 2nd £2065, 3rd £1032, 4th £516, 5th £258. (Penalty Value £5234)
Weights raised 3lbs and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
CITY SELECTIONS
CLOTH OF GOLD found just one too good on both his previous starts over a mile but can make those experiences count now he takes a step up in trip. Mdawi, a stable companion of the selection, also appeals after he was denied a clear run over 1m at Lingfield most recently James Fanshawe’s newcomer Captain Robert is a half-brother to a couple of all-weather winners and needs a betting check.
CLOTH OF GOLD Mdawi
Leading course trainer (19-24): M Botti (26 wins from 163 runners, 16%) runs RULING MASTER
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): C Johnston (1 win from 14 runners, 7%) runs CLOTH OF GOLD & MDAWI
Longest Traveller: CLOTH OF GOLD & MDAWI trained by C Johnston, Middleham, 230 miles.
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1 MDAWI (IRE) (9) 03 9-7 (2)
Br B c Wootton Bassett - Peeping Fawn (USA)
O Mr Mohammed Bin Hamad Khalifa Al Attiyah
B Coolmore
Richard Kingscote J
Charlie Johnston, Middleham T
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden. Third of 11 in maiden (5/2) at Lingfield (8f, AW) 9 days ago. Up in trip. Remainswithpotential. TFRHHHHI BHA-
2 RULING MASTER (IRE) (55) 040 9-7 (7)
Br B c Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Spring To Mind
Jack Mitchell J
O Mr Mohamed Rashid Hamdan Al Saadi Marco Botti, Newmarket T
B John & Anne-Marie O’Connor Marco Botti Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. 4/1, eighth of 15 in novice at Redcar (8f, soft) 55 days ago. Up in trip. Needstogetbackontrack. TFRHHHII BHA73
3 VILAINE VERLAINE (GB) (40) (2lb) 650215 CD 9-7 (6)
Br B f Iffraaj - Gallifrey
O The Knights Of Pleasure
B Chasemore Farm
Neil Callan J
Mark Usher, Lambourn T
Tote, MARK USHER RACING S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair filly C&D winner Winner here in October 12/1, fifth of 6 in nursery at Newmarket (9f, heavy) 40daysago.Moreneeded. TFRHHHII BHA68
4 CAPTAIN ROBERT (GB) (-) (2lb) 9-5 (5)
Br B c Indian Haven - Wannabe Special
O BYERLY INDIANS
Daniel Muscutt J
James Fanshawe, Newmarket T
B Suzi Pritchard-Jones Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEWFoaledFebruary17 IndianHavencolt.Half-brotherto11/2mwinnerWannabeBetsyand2m/16.6fwinner WannabeBrave.Damunracedhalf-sistertosmart8.3fwinnerWannabeYours.Notablenewcomer TFRHHHHI BHA-
5 CLOTH OF GOLD (IRE) (38) (2lb) 22 BF
Br B c Sea The Moon (GER) - Daban (IRE)
O Around The World Partnership
9-5 (1)
Jason Hart J
Charlie Johnston, Middleham T
B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited Johnston Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden. Second of 11 in maiden (11/10) at Southwell (8.1f) 38 days ago. Up in trip. Setsthestandardandhasfoundagoodopportunitytoopenhisaccount. TFRHHHHH BHA-
6 EXPECT ANYTHING (FR) (21) (2lb) 00 9-5 (8)
Br B g Attendu (FR) - Trissa (FR) Adam Farragher J
O Ties Across The Channel Amy Murphy, Newmarket T
B E.A.R.L. Haras Du Quesnay Amy Murphy Racing Ltd, Class1Personnel S
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden. Cheekpieces on for 1st time, ninth of 11 in maiden (200/1) at Lingfield (10f,AW)21daysago. TFRHHIII BHA-
7 RELOAD (GB) (41) (2lb) 0
9-5 (3)
Br B c Advertise - I Feel It Coming (USA) Sean Levey J
O Mr W. Prosser Peter Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket T
B Phoenix Thoroughbred Limited Fairlawns Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Once-raced maiden. 150/1, twelfth of 15 in novice at Newmarket (7f, good to soft) on debut 41daysago.Significantlyupintrip. TFRHIIII BHA-
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
8 CRIMSON VELVET (IRE) (43) 0
Br Ch f Churchill (IRE) - Serafina Sunset (IRE)
O Mrs T. Whatley
9-2 (4)
Kieran O’Neill J
Alice Haynes, Newmarket T
B Camogue Stud Ltd Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Once-raced maiden. 33/1, thirteenth of 14 in novice at Kempton (8f) on debut 43 days ago, missingbreak.Upintrip. TFRHIIII BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2023: LORD NORMANDY (FR) 2 9 7 Daniel Tudhope 4-1 (Tom Clover) 14 ran
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6.
Stewards Note:
RELOAD: Following its run on 1/11/2024 it was reported that the horse was slowly away and ran green. CRIMSON VELVET: Following its run on 30/10/2024 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.
Probable S.P’s: 5-4 Cloth of Gold (IRE), 3-1 Mdawi (IRE), 13-2 Ruling Master (IRE), 9-1 Captain Robert (GB), 16-1 Vilaine Verlaine (GB), 40-1 Expect Anything (FR), 66-1 Reload (GB), 100-1 Crimson Velvet (IRE)
CLOTH OF GOLD has the best form and should be able to see off stablemate Mdawi, who has the potential for better Captain Robert makes appeal on pedigree and is one to note first time out.
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Third Race 5.30
THE IRISH EBF RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (for horses in Bands C and D) (DIV II) (GBB RACE)
for novice two yrs old x Total prize fund £10000
Owners Prize Money 1st £4129, 2nd £2065, 3rd £1032, 4th £516, 5th £258. (Penalty Value £5234)
Weights raised 3lbs and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
CITY SELECTIONS
TRUSTED ADVISOR, whose dam is a half-sister to a Listed winner over a mile, has an appealing pedigree and runs for a yard which knows the family well. Indeed, Sir Mark Prescott has a knack of finding the right races for fillies of this type and now could be a good time to side with the daughter of Ulysses as she steps up in trip. Orchestral Wave is also noted and Nobleman needs a betting check on his racecourse bow
TRUSTED ADVISOR Orchestral Wave
Leading course trainer (19-24): M Botti (26 wins from 163 runners, 16%) runs EPIMETEO Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): M Botti (1 win from 5 runners, 20%) runs EPIMETEO Longest Traveller: ROSSO LEVANTO trained by C Johnston, Middleham, 230 miles.
1 NOBLEMAN (GB) (-)
9-7 (7)
Br B c Sir Percy - Cape Victoria Callum Hutchinson J
O Kingsclere Racing Club Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T
B Kingsclere Stud Kingsclere Stud S
TIMEFORMVIEWFoaledMarch3.SirPercycolt.Brotherto11/2m-2mwinnerDamnedElusiveandhalf-brotherto2mwinner
TableMountainand11/4m-13/4mwinnerWhimsy Noteworthynewcomerinathinrace. TFRHHHHH BHA-
2 ORCHESTRAL WAVE (GB) (26) 03 9-7 (4)
Br Ch c Kameko (USA) - Sea Chorus Hector Crouch J
O D Lovatt & C Bacon
Charlie Fellowes, Newmarket T
B Qatar Bloodstock & Mr K. Kok Junction 17 Prestige S
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden. 7/2, third of 9 in maiden at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 26 days ago. Needstotakeamoremarkedstepforwardthistime. TFRHHHII BHA-
3 EPIMETEO (GB) (49) (2lb) 35
9-5 (2)
Br B c Time Test - Capla Ishtar (IRE) Rossa Ryan J
O Mr Manfredini & Partner Marco Botti, Newmarket T
B Mrs Lucie Botti Marco Botti Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden. Fifth of 12 in maiden at Southwell (8.1f, 10/3) 49 days ago. Up in trip. Claimsifhecangetbacktohisdebutform. TFRHHHII BHA-
4 JUANFORTHERHODE (FR) (21) (2lb) 0
9-5 (1)
Br B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Bella Brazil (IRE) Paddy Bradley J
O The Rhode Dogs Simon Pearce, Newmarket T
B Mr Peter Savill
TIMEFORM VIEW Once-raced maiden. 100/1, last of 10 in novice at Lingfield (7f, AW) on debut 21 days ago. Significantlyupintrip. TFRHIIII BHA-
5 WHAT A NATION (GB) (49) (2lb) 0
Br B c Time Test - Meet Marhaba (IRE)
9-5 (8)
Kieran O’Neill J
O Miss Alice Haynes Alice Haynes, Newmarket T
B Ahmad Al Shaikh Coral Racing Limited, Alice Haynes Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Once-raced maiden. Ninth of 12 in maiden at Southwell (8.1f, 50/1) on debut 49 days ago. Upintrip. TFRHHIII BHA-
6 JACKRABBIT (IRE) (-)
9-2 (5)
Br Ch f Arizona (IRE) - Thraya Queen Sean Dylan Bowen (3) J
O Daniel MacAuliffe & Anoj Don Amy Murphy, Newmarket T
B McCracken Farms Class1Personnel, Amy Murphy Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 12. €40,000 yearling, Arizona filly. Half-sister to smart 2-y-o 7f winner Panic Alarm. Worthamarketcheck. TFRHHHII BHA-
7 TRUSTED ADVISOR (GB) (27) 54 9-2 (3)
Br Ch f Ulysses (IRE) - Private Advisor Luke Morris J
O Cheveley Park Stud Sir Mark Prescott Bt, Newmarket T
B Cheveley Park Stud Limited Cheveley Park Stud Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden. Fourth of 10 in novice at Wolverhampton (8.6f, 8/1) 27 days ago. Shouldhavemoretoofferandmakesplentyofappealagainstthissortofopposition. TFRHHHHI BHA-
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
8 ROSSO LEVANTO (IRE) (57) (2lb) 30 9-0 (6)
Br Ch f Waldgeist - Levanto (IRE)
O Johnston Racing Ltd
Jason Hart J
Charlie Johnston, Middleham T
B John O’Connor Johnston Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWTwice-racedmaiden.Twelfthof13innovice(9/1)atKempton(7f)57daysago.Significantlyupintrip. Shapedwellondebutandshouldn’tbewrittenoff. TFRHHHII BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
2023:(See Div 1)
ProbableS.P’s:11-4TrustedAdvisor(GB),7-2Nobleman(GB),9-2Epimeteo(GB),13-2OrchestralWave(GB), 9-1 Rosso Levanto (IRE), 11-1 Jackrabbit (IRE), 28-1 What A Nation (GB), 100-1 Juanfortherhode (FR)
NOBLEMAN is from a top yard and related to a couple of winning stayers, so he might be able to make a successful start in a race where the bar isn’t set very high. Trusted Advisor looks capable of better still and is feared most ahead of Epimeteo. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.NOBLEMAN 2.TRUSTED ADVISOR 3.EPIMETEO
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Fourth Race 6.00
THE IRISH EBF FUTURE STAYERS’ NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 3) (Sire and Dam Restricted
for novice two yrs old x Total prize fund £25000
Race) (GBB RACE)
Owners Prize Money 1st £10323, 2nd £5163, 3rd £2580, 4th £1290, 5th £645 (Penalty Value £13085)
Weights raised 3lbs and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
CITY SELECTIONS
CIRCUS OF ROME benefited from his debut performance when filling the runner-up spot at Lingfield at the start of the month and Richard Hughes’ gelding is likely to prove a tough nut to crack in his attempt to shed the maiden tag. San Juanito shaped with promise when fifth at Kempton on his first start and is likely to go well along with Cabelleroso, who makes his first appearance since finishing a beaten favourite at Doncaster in June.
CIRCUS OF ROME San Juanito
Leading course trainer (19-24): R Hughes (41 wins from 199 runners, 21%) runs CIRCUS OF ROME & PINK PETUNIA Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): S & E Crisford (4 wins from 9 runners, 44%) runs SAN JUANITO Longest Traveller: CABELLEROSO trained by H Palmer, Malpas, 166 miles.
1 CABELLEROSO (GB) (179) 25 BF
Br B c Lope de Vega (IRE) - Guerriere (IRE)
9-7 (7)
Jason Hart J
O Mr V. I. Araci Hugo Palmer, Malpas T
B V. I. Araci Vefa Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden. Fifth of 9 in maiden at Doncaster (7f, good to soft, 11/10), slowly away. Off179days.Hoodon1sttime.Remainswithpotentialbasedonencouragingdebut. TFRHHHII BHA-
2 CIRCUS OF ROME (GB) (9) 62
Br B g Circus Maximus (IRE) - Sea Meets Sky (FR)
9-7 (3)
Finley Marsh J
O Mr Alex Smith Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn T
B Flaxman Stables Ireland Ltd Agetur (UK) Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Promising sort. Second of 10 in maiden (15/8) at Lingfield (8f, AW) 9 days ago, clear of rest. Shouldn’thaveaproblemgoingonebetter TFRHHHHH BHA-
3 CRACKALACKIN (IRE) (-)
Br B c Cracksman - Azalee (GER)
O Urloxhey Racing
9-7 (4)
Richard Kingscote J
Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich T
B Stephen Lanigan O’Keeffe Coulthursts Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 9. €37,000 foal, €50,000 yearling, Cracksman colt. Half-brother to 3 winners, includingsmartAdlerandGerman1mwinnerAmalie.DamGerman10.5fwinner TFRHHHII BHA-
4 HOT TALENT (IRE) (21) 60
Br B c Too Darn Hot - Talent
O Moir, Murphy & Rowsell
B Ashbrittle Stud & M. H. Dixon
9-7 (6)
Daniel Muscutt J
Mike Murphy, Westoning T
TIMEFORMVIEWTwice-racedmaiden.80/1,firstrunsinceleavingMikeMurphy&MichaelKeadywhenseventhof9 innoviceatSouthwell(8.1f)21daysago. TFRHIIII BHA-
5 OPENING BAT (GB) (41) 06
Br Ch c Bated Breath - Ronaldsay
O Mrs R J McCreery and Mr Richard Craddock
9-7 (1)
Trevor Whelan J
Harry Charlton, Beckhampton T
B Stowell Hill Partners & David Ludlow Tattersalls S
TIMEFORMVIEWTwice-racedmaiden.Sixthof15innovice(18/1)atNewmarket(7f,goodtosoft)41daysago. TFRHHIII BHA-
6 SAN JUANITO (GB) (22) 5
Br B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - One Voice (IRE)
9-7 (5)
James Doyle J
O Newsells Park Stud Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket T
B Newsells Park Stud Newsells Park Stud Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEW Promising type. 20/1, fifth of 12 in maiden at Kempton (7f) on debut 22 days ago. Should progress, sonotruledout.
7 PINK PETUNIA (GB) (8) 00
TFRHHHII BHA-
9-2 (2)
Br Ch f Without Parole - Punting (IRE) Rob Hornby J
O Mr M. H. Dixon
Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn T
B M. H. Dixon Agetur (UK) Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWTwice-racedmaiden.Seventhof8innovice(22/1)atLingfield(8f,AW)8daysago. TFRHIIII BHA-
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
8 RAJLAKSHMI (IRE) (-) 9-2 (9)
Br Ch f Dandy Man (IRE) - Geetanjali (IRE)
O Mr Hugo Merry
Rossa Ryan J
Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich T
B G.S.K. International Coulthursts Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 19 Dandy Man filly Dam, 7f-1 1/4m winner, half-sister to useful winner upto9fHoku.Worthamarketcheck. TFRHHHII BHA-
9 SILENT AFFAIR (IRE) (122) 4 9-2 (8)
Br B f Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Mona Brown (IRE)
O K. Quinn/ C. Benham
Sean Levey J
John Butler, Newmarket T
B Michael Ryan HG Construction Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Once-raced maiden. Fourth of 5 in novice (40/1) at Ayr (7.2f, good) on debut, slowly away Off122days. TFRHHIII BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
Hood worn first time by No. 1. Hood worn by No. 7.
2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
ProbableS.P’s:EVENSCircusofRome(GB),5-1Cabelleroso(GB),10-1SanJuanito(GB),14-1Crackalackin(IRE), Rajlakshmi (IRE), 16-1 Silent Affair (IRE), 18-1 Opening Bat (GB), 100-1 Pink Petunia (GB), 150-1 Hot Talent (IRE)
CIRCUS OF ROME stands out clearly on form and has the scope to do better still, so he’s a straightforward choice, with Cabelleroso the likeliest to capitalise if the selection fluffs his lines. San Juanito remains with potential and isn’t completely ruled out.
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Fifth Race 6.30
THE SKY BET MATCHDAY ASSIST NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
for two yrs old x Total prize fund £7000 Owners Prize Money 1st £2890, 2nd £1446, 3rd £722, 4th £361, 5th £181 (Penalty Value £3663.80)
CITY SELECTIONS
FLAINE has stepped forward considerably since winning at Southwell at the beginning of November with a pair of runner-up efforts proving that success was no fluke. The return to a mile is unlikely to pose any concerns and she gets the vote ahead of Good Call, who drops back to a mile after tackling 1m2f when fourth here last time. Others for the shortlist include No Release and Aneedah Hero.
FLAINE Good Call
Leading course trainer (19-24): E Dunlop (25 wins from 217 runners, 12%) runs NO RELEASE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W Muir & C Grassick (1 win from 4 runners, 25%) runs ANEEDAH HERO
Longest Traveller: FLAINE trained by D Loughnane, Tern Hill, 181 miles.
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1 BORDERLINE MADNESS (GB) (24) 00004
Br B f Territories (IRE) - Follia
O Ron Spore & Dr C Scott
(6)
Jack Mitchell J
William Stone, West Wickham T
B Dr Caroline Scott & Mr Ron Spore Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-racedmaiden.Respectablefourthof12innursery(40/1)atWolverhampton(8.6f)24daysago, keepingonhavingbeenleftwithtoomuchtodo.Respectedoperatingfrom1lblowermark. TFRHHHHI BHA55
2 FLAINE (IRE) (19) 000122 BF 9-7 (8)
Br B f Kuroshio (AUS) - Pschitt (FR)
Connor Planas (3) J
O Mr Martin Downes David Loughnane, Tern Hill T
B Loughill Farm Dave Loughnane Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEW WinneratSouthwell(7f)inNovemberandpostedsolideffortsbothsubsequentoutings,secondof11innursery (5/2)atWolverhampton(7.2f)19daysago.Hastobetakenseriouslywiththereturnto1minherfavour TFRHHHHH BHA53
3 NO RELEASE (GB) (10) 000626
9-6 (5)
Br B g Without Parole - Rainbow Spirit Hector Crouch J
O Bishop, Kirkland, Mitchell and Dunlop Ed Dunlop, Newmarket T
B Natton House Thoroughbreds & Mr G Bishop My Pension Expert S
TIMEFORM VIEW 14/1, creditable sixth of 11 in nursery at Wolverhampton (9.5f) 10 days ago, headway over 1f out withoutlandingablow Noforlornhopebackdownintrip. TFRHHHHI BHA52(-1)
4 ANEEDAH HERO (IRE) (97) 040
Br B g Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Aneedah (IRE)
9-6 (10)
Jason Hart J
O Muir Racing Partnership Newmarket William Muir & Chris Grassick, Lambourn T
B Karis Bloodstock Ltd & Rathbarry Stud Fitzdares Limited S TIMEFORM VIEW Well held all 3 starts in novice company at up to 1m during the summer but gelded ahead of return/handicapdebutandinterestingifthemarketspokeinhisfavour TFRHHHII BHA52
5 HARRYELLA (GB) (29) 000
Br B g Postponed (IRE) - Luang Prabang (IRE)
9-6 (3)
Daniel Muscutt J
O Mr Des Thurlby James Fanshawe, Newmarket T
B Des Thurlby Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. Hooded for 1st time, ninth of 12 in novice at Lingfield (8f, AW, 150/1) 29daysago.Makeshandicapdebutbutprogressanticipated. TFRHHHII BHA52
6 PERFECT PAROLE (GB) (24) 050050
Br Ch f Without Parole - Perfect Delight
9-4 (9)
Sean Levey J
O Mildmay Racing Tom Ward, Upper Lambourn T
B Mildmay Bloodstock Ltd Mildmay Farm & Stud Limited, Smulders S
TIMEFORMVIEWVisoredfor1sttime,tenthof12innursery(50/1)atWolverhampton(8.6f)24daysago,weakeningfinal1f. Applicationofcheekpieces/tonguetieneedtohavepositiveeffectaheadofthis.
7 GALETTE (GB) (28) 035004
Br B f Time Test - Petits Fours
O Mrs D Joly & Partners
9-1 (2)
Joe Leavy (3) J
Jonathan Portman, Upper Lambourn T
B Mrs D. Joly, D. Powell & A. Richardson Pump Technology Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW 40/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, creditable fourth of 10 in nursery at this C&D 28 days ago, losingplaceapproachingfinal1f.Each-wayclaimspossiblyherbesthope. TFRHHHII BHA47
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
8 JUST DAWNED ON ME (IRE) (21) 000 9-0 (4)
Br B f Mehmas (IRE) - Dawn Crusade (IRE) Adam Farragher J
O LDS Bloodstock Ltd Amy Murphy, Newmarket T
B Tally-Ho Stud Amy Murphy Racing Ltd, Class1Personnel S
TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. 200/1, last of 12 in maiden at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 21 days ago. Cheekpiecesonfor1sttime.Makeshandicapdebut.
46
9 GOOD CALL (IRE) (35) 034334 8-13 (1)
Br Ch f Soldier’s Call - Spirited Acclaim (IRE) Kieran O’Neill J
O The 19th Hole Syndicate & J S Moore J. S. Moore, Upper Lambourn T
B Ballyhane Stud & J. O’Connor Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEWCreditable fourth of8 innursery at thiscourse(10f,12/1)35days ago, challenging over1f out and onepaced.Anotherinwithaneach-waysqueakfromherbasementmark. TFRHHHII BHA44
10 ASTROQUALIS (USA) (35) 000655 8-13 (7)
Br Br f More Than Ready (USA) - Star of the East (USA)
Jonny Peate J
O Mrs Angela Stokes Matt Crawley, Newmarket T
B Town & Country Horse Farms Llc Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Offered little in trio of runs in novice company during the summer and yet to better poor form in handicaps,fifthof8innurseryatthiscourse(10f,50/1)35daysago.Moreneeded TFRHHIII BHA37
DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2023: HABRDI (IRE) 2 9 8 David Egan 10-11 (Jane Chapple-Hyam) 5 ran
Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 6, 8. Blinkers worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7, 10
Running for the first time since Gelding No. 4.
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Flaine (IRE), 11-2 No Release (GB), 7-1 Borderline Madness (GB), 8-1 Galette (GB), Good Call (IRE), 11-1 Harryella (GB), 12-1 Aneedah Hero (IRE), 14-1 Just Dawned On Me (IRE), 22-1 Perfect Parole (GB), 25-1 Astroqualis (USA)
FLAINE has proved to be a different proposition since fitted with a tongue tie, off the mark at Southwell prior to posting good runner-up efforts on each of her last 2 starts. With the return to this 1m trip expected to suit, David Loughnane’s filly is fancied to make another bold bid. Borderline Madness and No Release may provide chief resistance.
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Sixth Race 7.00
THE SKY BET BUILD A BET HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £25000 Owners Prize Money 1st £10323, 2nd £5163, 3rd £2580, 4th £1290, 5th £645 (Penalty Value £13085)
CITY SELECTIONS
Christian David went up 4lb for his latest success at Goodwood in June and remains open to further improvement on his return to action. Kingdom Come has been given a chance by the handicapper, with the five-year-old only 1lb higher than his last winning mark, but EMPIRESTATEOFMIND might be the answer. A winner at York on his penultimate outing, he wasn’t disgraced subsequently at the Curragh and he remains feasibly treated.
EMPIRESTATEOFMIND
Christian David
Leading course trainer (19-24): E Dunlop (25 wins from 217 runners, 12%) runs STERLING KNIGHT Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Evans (2 wins from 11 runners, 18%) runs BLUE PRINCE Longest Traveller: EMPIRESTATEOFMIND trained by J & S Quinn, Malton, 216 miles.
1 KINGDOM COME (IRE) (22) 124000
(2)
Br B g Kingman - Monami (GER) Rossa Ryan J
O China Horse Club International Limited Clive Cox, Hungerford T
B Gestut Etzean
TIMEFORM VIEW All 4 career victories have come on all-weather, the latest when taking Lincoln Trial at Wolverhampton (8.6f) in March. EffortsmixedthereafterbutentitledtobesharperforhisKemptonrunlastmonthandhecomesherejust1lbabovehislastwinningmark. TFRHHHHI BHA102
2 DIDEROT (GB) (119) 35663V CD
9-8 (9)
Br Br g Bated Breath - Modern Look Daniel Muscutt J
O Owners Group 091 James Ferguson, Newmarket T
B Juddmonte Farms Ltd Owners Group S
TIMEFORMVIEWBaggedfourthcareersuccesswhenlandingthisrace12monthsago.Runrespectablywhenthirdof8inhandicapatWindsor(11.5f) whenlastseeninAugustandwhilsthehasahighermarktocontendwithonAW,hisrecordfreshisapositive.Player TFRHHHHH BHA98
3 EMPIRESTATEOFMIND (IRE) (39) 3-00016 D BF 6 9-1 (5)
Br B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Adore Jason Hart J
O Mr Ross Harmon John & Sean Quinn, Malton T
B The Kathryn Stud JJ Quinn Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWCapitalisedonmuch-reducedmarkatYork(7.9f)inOctober 9/2,creditablesixthof17inhandicap attheCurragh(1m,goodtosoft)39daysago.Notoutofthingsreturnedtoanartificialsurface. TFRHHHII BHA91
4 BLUE PRINCE (IRE) (29) 361304
Br B g Blue Point (IRE) - Zip Along (IRE)
O G & A Racing
3 9-1 (8)
Jordan Williams (5) J
David Evans, Abergavenny T
B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited Emma Evans Racing Ltd, Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Goodwood (7f) in July Off 10 weeks/gelded shaped well back on AW when creditable fourth of 9 in handicap at Lingfield (7f,AW)29daysago,goingwellwhenforcedwidehometurnandfinishingwithrunningleft.Hasmorewinsinhimthiswinterandunexposedat1m. TFRHHHII BHA92
5 MCMANAMAN (IRE) (6) 000420
Br B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Seafront
O Mr Gary Allsopp
6 9-0 (1)
Marco Ghiani J
Ian Williams, Alvechurch T
B Yeomanstown Stud Allsopp & Allsopp S
TIMEFORMVIEWLow-keystartforpresentyardbutmorelikeitinrecentstarts,runningonforsecondatWolverhampton(7f)onpenultimatestartlastmonth. However,disappointedwhententhof11inhandicapatNewcastle(1m)6daysago.Needstobounceback. TFRHHHII BHA90
6 FARASI LANE (IRE) (168) 210304 D 6 8-13 (3)
Br B g Belardo (IRE) - No Such Zone Richard Kingscote J
O Mr Adam Spratt & Partner
Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich T
B Wicklow Bloodstock Ireland Ltd Sas Logistics, Coulthursts Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWHadagoodspellonAWforthisyardlastspringandwasn’tdiscreditedbyanymeanswhenfourthof12inhandicap atNewcastle(1m)whenlastseeninJune.Fallenbackdowntolastwinningmarkonthisfirststartfor6months. TFRHHHII BHA89
7 CHRISTIAN DAVID (IRE) (174) 1-33031 D 3 8-11 (6)
Br B c Profitable (IRE) - Liberty Sky (IRE) Sean Levey J
O Sir David Seale
B Manister House Stud Ltd
Richard Hannon, Marlborough T
TIMEFORMVIEWCareerbestwhenwinning7-runnerhandicap(11/2)atGoodwood(1m,good)backinJune.Absentsincebut he’sunexposedonsyntheticsandtherecouldyetbemoretocomeonthebackofjust8careerstarts. TFRHHHII BHA88
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
8 STERLING KNIGHT (GB) (22) 440060 D 5 8-10 (4)
Br B g Camelot - Sterling Sound (USA)
O Mr Paul Turner
B Fiona Gordon
Adam Farragher J
Ed Dunlop, Newmarket T
My Pension Expert S
TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessfultwiceinhandicapsonturfatupto1mduringthesummer Notbeatenfarwhenninthof14inhandicap atKempton(1m,33/1)22daysagoandhecomeshereoperatingfromanexploitablemark. TFRHHHII BHA86
9 LONGLAI (FR) (22) 261150 D 6 8-10 (7)
Br B g Shalaa (IRE) - Mojo Risin (IRE)
O S. Hassiakos, M Wigham & David Dixon
B Mme Aliette Forien & Mr Gilles Forien
Rob Hornby J
Michael Wigham, Newmarket T
Pandora X Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Building up a good strike rate for this yard, successful at Kempton/Wolverhampton during the summer Feasible to thinkhe’llstripfitterforhislatestrunatfirst-namedvenue3weeksagoandnosurprisetoseeagoodshowing. TFRHHHII BHA86
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
2023: DIDEROT 5 9 5 Daniel Muscutt 14-1 (James Ferguson) 8 ran
Hood worn by No. 2. Blinkers worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7.
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Diderot (GB), 11-2 Empirestateofmind (IRE), 13-2 Kingdom Come (IRE), Blue Prince (IRE), Christian David (IRE), 10-1 Sterling Knight (GB), 11-1 Farasi Lane (IRE), Longlai (FR), 18-1 McManaman (IRE)
DIDEROT boasts an excellent record when fresh and, lining up here operating from the same mark as when taking this prize 12 months ago, it would come as no surprise to see him primed for a big run. Kingdom Come is entitled to be sharper for his run at Kempton and can be seen to much better effect from a handy draw on this occasion. Blue Prince caught the eye at Lingfield and is another in the mix in a competitive affair
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Seventh Race 7.30
THE SKY BET ACCA FREEZE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7000
Owners Prize Money 1st £2890, 2nd £1446, 3rd £722, 4th £361, 5th £181 (Penalty Value £3663.80) Weights raised 2lbs and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
CITY SELECTIONS
A comfortable winner over 2m here in October and runner-up over hurdles at Plumpton last time out, SULLIVAN BAY arrives in great shape and he looks capable of notching up a third career success. That may come at the main expense of Shaad, who has done well since joining the JamesOwenyardandshouldappreciatedroppingbackintrip.ArchLegendcanbeexpectedtogowelltoo.
Leading course trainer (19-24): C Johnston (24 wins from 126 runners, 19%) runs ARCH LEGEND
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G & J Moore (6 wins from 42 runners, 14%) runs LUNA EFFECT
Weightwatcher: CARLTON won off a handicap mark of 57, his rating is now down 9lb to 48.
Longest Traveller: ARCH LEGEND trained by C Johnston, Middleham, 230 miles.
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1 LUNA EFFECT (IRE) (92) 223505 4 9-12 (8)
Br B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Potent Embrace (USA) Tom Queally J
O Mrs E. Avery Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham T
B The Potent Embrace Partnership KM Elite Products Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fourth of 6 in handicap hurdle at Fontwell (17.7f, good, 6/1) 25 days ago. Hood back on. FairontheFlat,bitbelowformonlastFlatrun.Lookscompetitiveonform. TFRHHIII BHA57
2 HIDDEN PEARL (GB) (52) 5-10615 D 8 9-11 (2)
Br Ch m Dunaden (FR) - Volkovkha Faye McManoman J
O The Sisters of Mercy & John Berry John Berry, Newmarket T
B Hall Of Fame Stud Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW 2 wins from 5 runs this year Latest win at Catterick in August. Fifth of 6 in handicap (14/1) atWolverhampton(14f)52daysago.Noteasytomakeastrongcasefor TFRHHIII BHA56
3 SULLIVAN BAY (IRE) (38) 600013 C BF 4 9-11 (5)
Br B g Australia - Chatting (IRE) Luke Morris J
O Affiliate Racing Sullivan Bay Syndicate Jim & Suzi Best, Lewes T
B Chatting Partnership Frank Inns S
TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to winning ways here (16f) in October and backed that up with good third at Southwell. SincegonecloseoverhurdlesatPlumptonandlooksabigplayerhere TFRHHHHH BHA56
4 DUBAI IMMO (IRE) (23) 310035 C D 5 9-10 (1)
Br Ch g The Gurkha (IRE) - Bright Glow Kieran O’Neill J
O Mrs E. Lucey-Butler Paddy Butler, Lewes T
B Bright Glow Syndicate
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner Latest win at Wolverhampton in July Creditable fifth of 12 in handicap at Lingfield (13f,AW,25/1)23daysago.Givenachancebytheassessor
5 DAME SARRA (GB) (343) 62210-4 CD 4 9-10 (7)
Br Ch f Decorated Knight - Queen Sarra Rob Hornby J
O Austin and June Allison Noel Williams, Blewbury T
B Blue Diamond Stud Farm (UK) Ltd
Noel Williams Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner 11/4, below form fifth of 9 in novice hurdle at Worcester (16f, good) 147 days ago. Off147days.ModestontheFlat,respectableonlastFlatrun.Otherspreferred.
HHIII BHA55
6 ARCH LEGEND (GB) (23) 056454 3 9-9 (10)
Br B g Camelot - Nakuti (IRE)
O Barbara & Alick Richmond
Jason Hart J
Charlie Johnston, Middleham T
B St Albans Bloodstock LLP Johnston Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW 10/1, good fourth of 12 in handicap at Lingfield (13f, AW) 23 days ago. Can give a good account withoutposingseriousthreattoprincipals. TFRHHHII BHA59
7 ARC ZOOSVE (GB) (2) 300223 3 9-7 (4)
Br B g Time Test - Jostle (USA) Marco Ghiani J
O Group Equine Racing IX
Ivan Furtado, Wiseton T
B The National Stud New Group Equine Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW 6/1, creditable third of 10 in handicap at Southwell (14.1f) 2 days ago. Makes polytrack debut. Onetoconsider TFRHHHHI BHA57
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
SULLIVAN BAY Shaad
8 CARLTON (GB) (72) 360636
9-3 (9)
Br Br g Frankel - Chantra (GER) Darragh Keenan J
O Think Big Partnership James Owen, Newmarket T
B Gestut Haus Ittlingen
TIMEFORMVIEW Bitbelowformsixthof12inhandicapatNewcastle(10.2f,9/2)72daysago.Significantlybackupintrip. Makespolytrackdebut.SincejoinedJamesOwenandisworthmonitoringinmarketonyarddebut. TFRHHHII BHA48
9 SHAAD (GB) (23) 000624 BF 3 9-2 (6)
Br B g Gleneagles (IRE) - Shahad (AUS) Sean Dylan Bowen (3) J
O Mr Dan Astbury James Owen, Newmarket T
B Emirates Park PTY Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Disappointed in muddling race at Lingfield latest but had posted good second at Southwell (14.1f) onyarddebutpreviouslyandmustentercalculations. TFRHHHII BHA52
10 TWO PLUS TWO (IRE) (21) 50033-5
(3)
Br Ch g Free Eagle (IRE) - Pivotal’s Princess (IRE) Taryn Langley (7) J
O The LAM Partnership Ed de Giles, Ledbury T
B Corduff Stud Ed de Giles Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Respectable fifth of 10 in handicap (28/1) at Wolverhampton (14f) 21 days ago. Needs a couple ofthesetofalter TFRHHIII BHA45
DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2023: KYLE OF LOCHALSH 3 9 8 Clifford Lee 11-8 (Hughie Morrison) 8 ran
Hood worn by No. 1. Visor worn by No. 3, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8.
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5.
Stewards Note:
DAME SARRA: Following its run on 18/7/2024 it was reported that the horse made a respiratory noise.
ProbableS.P’s:7-2SullivanBay(IRE),ArcZoosve(GB),15-2Shaad(GB),8-1Carlton(GB),9-1ArchLegend(GB), 11-1 Dame Sarra (GB), 18-1 Luna Effect (IRE), Dubai Immo (IRE), 22-1 Hidden Pearl (GB), Two Plus Two (IRE)
Preference is for SULLIVAN BAY, who has been in good form on the level and over hurdles. He remains on a workable mark. Arc Zoosve and Shaad can also make their presence felt.
Eighth Race 8.00
THE SKY BET EXTRA PLACES EVERY DAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £11000 Owners Prize Money 1st £4542, 2nd £2272, 3rd £1135, 4th £568, 5th £284 (Penalty Value £5757.40)
CITY SELECTIONS
Turned out again quickly after a taking success over C&D last week, HIATUS is likely to have plenty more improvement forthcoming and can overcome a 5lb penalty in his bid for the double. Fiscal Policy arrives in the form of his life after successes at Newcastle and Wolverhampton and he must enter calculations, along with old rival Aberama Gold and the unexposed Perennial.
HIATUS Fiscal Policy
Leading course trainer (19-24): S C Williams (52 wins from 424 runners, 12%) runs PERENNIAL & REBEL PATH
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D O’Meara (2 wins from 8 runners, 25%) runs ABERAMA GOLD
Weightwatcher: BATAL DUBAI won off a handicap mark of 88, his rating is now down 6lb to 82. Longest Traveller: FISCAL POLICY trained by R Carr, Stillington, 209 miles.
1 ABERAMA GOLD (GB) (24) 030402 CD 7 9-10 (5)
Br B g Heeraat (IRE) - Nigella Rossa Ryan J
O Mr Evan M. Sutherland David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T
B Mrs J. McMahon GAIN Equine Nutrition S
TIMEFORMVIEWC&Dwinner.Beengivenachancebytheassessorandpostedbesteffortforwhilewhen3/4-lengthsecond of11toFiscalPolicyinhandicapatWolverhampton(6.1f,7/1)24daysago.Warrantsrespect. TFRHHHII BHA83
2 BATAL DUBAI (IRE) (56) 040000 CD 4 9-9 (3)
Br B g Profitable (IRE) - Sweet Sienna Daniel Muscutt J
O Brownsbarn & Maxwell Thoroughbreds Jack Morland, Newmarket T
B Mrs Jean Brennan 4X4 Specialists Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEWC&Dwinner 17/2,eighthof11inhandicapatthisC&D56daysago.Firstrunforyardafterleaving HarryCharlton.Worktodo. TFRHHIII BHA82
3 PERENNIAL (GB) (126) 153 3 9-7 (7)
Br Ch g Masar (IRE) - Sweet Lady Rose (IRE) Rob Hornby J
O TJE Racing
Stuart Williams, Newmarket T
B D. R. Botterill Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEWThrice-racedwinner 7/2andhoodedfor1sttime,thirdof5inhandicapatSandown(7f,good).Off126days.Firstrunfor yardafterleavingEdWalker Tonguestrapon1sttime.Marketshouldprovebestguidetoclaimsonyarddebut. TFRHHIII BHA80
4 MANY A STAR (IRE) (24) 003030 D 7 9-6 (8)
Br Ch g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Many Hearts (USA)
William Carver (3) J
O Jim and Claire Limited and Partner Jamie Osborne, Upper Lambourn T
B T. Stack
TIMEFORMVIEW25/1,41/2lengthseighthof11toFiscalPolicyinhandicapatWolverhampton(6.1f)24daysago, worstofdraw Othersmorepersuasive. TFRHHIII BHA79
5 FISCAL POLICY (IRE) (24) 315511 C D
Br Ch g Profitable (IRE) - Penny’s Gift
O S Thompson, Mrs R Carr, G Shields
9-5 (6)
James Sullivan J
Ruth Carr, Stillington T
B Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook William Hill S
TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged fourth success of 2024 when landing 11-runner handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f, 10/1) 24daysagoby3/4lengthfromAberamaGold.4lbhighernowbutanotherboldbidisonthecards.
6 SPACE TROOPER (GB) (28) 3321 C
(4)
Br Gr or Ro g Lethal Force (IRE) - Boonga Roogeta J O pcracing.co.uk P. Charalambous & J. Clutterbuck, Newmarket T
B Peter Charalambous
NON-RUNNER
TIMEFORM VIEW Promising type. Career best when winning 6-runner novice at this course (7f,
Makeshandicapdebut.Lookscompetitiveonform.
(7)
days
Br B g Camacho - Before The Storm Connor Planas (3) J
O Mr John C. Davies Conrad Allen, Newmarket T
B Barouche Stud (Ire) Ltd Arabian Shield Insurance Company S
TIMEFORMVIEWPostedcareerbestwhenresumingwinningwaysin11-runnerhandicapoverC&D(3/1)7daysago,
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
8 REBEL PATH (FR) (28) 600652 D BF
Br B g Iffraaj - Royale du Buisson (IRE)
O Diomed Racing and Partner
B S.A.S.U. Ecurie Des Monceaux et al
5 8-10 (1)
Olivia Haines (7) J
Stuart Williams, Newmarket T
TIMEFORM VIEW Thirteen runs since last win in 2021 Creditable second of 9 in handicap (5/2) at this C&D 28daysago.Claimsifbuildingonthat.
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
TFRHHHII BHA69
2023:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 3. Hood worn by No. 3. Blinkers worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4.
Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Hiatus (IRE), 9-2 Fiscal Policy (IRE), 5-1 Rebel Path (FR), 11-2 Aberama Gold (GB), 9-1 Perennial (GB), 14-1 Batal Dubai (IRE), 22-1 Many A Star (IRE)
HIATUS was an easy winner here last week and a 5lb penalty may not be sufficient to prevent the follow up. Fiscal Policy and Aberama Gold rate the principal dangers.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.HIATUS (IRE) 2.FISCAL POLICY (IRE) 3.ABERAMA GOLD RACE RESULT TIME: DISTANCE: 1st 3rd 2nd 4th
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Dogs
No dogs are allowed anywhere on the racecourse, with the exception of Assistance Dogs.
Ninth Race 8.30
THE SKY BET FOR THE FANS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £11000 Owners Prize Money 1st £4542, 2nd £2272, 3rd £1135, 4th £568, 5th £284 (Penalty Value £5757.40)
CITY SELECTIONS
WAR CHANT wasn’t suited by hold-up tactics last time out at Wolverhampton and is better judged on his success over C&D when making all two starts ago. Rae Guest’s charge may not be the most consistent, but he is narrowly preferred to His Finest Hour, who makes his handicap debut following a determined success at Wolverhampton in October. At Vimeiro and Etretat are likely to have a say in proceedings as well.
WAR CHANT His Finest Hour
Leading course trainer (19-24): S C Williams (52 wins from 424 runners, 12%) runs MIGHTY NEBULA Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): I Williams (2 wins from 22 runners, 9%) runs HIS FINEST HOUR Longest Traveller: ETRETAT trained by C Johnston, Middleham, 230 miles.
1 MIGHTY NEBULA (IRE) (21) 42450
Br Ch g Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Pure Symmetry (USA) Sean Levey J
O Mohammad Bin Owaimar Stuart Williams, Newmarket T
B Roundhill Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW 33/1, seventh of 11 in handicap at Wolverhampton (12.2f) 21 days ago, slowly away. Claimsonbestform. TFRHHHII BHA81
2 DASHING ROGER (GB) (33) 050050
Br B g Fast Company (IRE) - Croeso Cusan
(1)
Jack Mitchell J
O Ron Spore & Dr C Scott William Stone, West Wickham T
B Mr Richard Evans Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW 12/1, seventh of 9 in handicap at Doncaster (7f, heavy) 33 days ago. Significantly up in trip. Worktodo. TFRHHIII BHA80
3 WAR CHANT (IRE) (26) 361010 CD 4 10-0 (8)
Br B g War Command (USA) - Fanci That (IRE) Hector Crouch J
O Miss V. Markowiak Rae Guest, Newmarket T
B Miss Victoria Markowiak Keystone Law S
TIMEFORM VIEW Below par at Wolverhampton latest but had got back to winning ways over C&D previously and mustentercalculations. TFRHHHII BHA80
4 HIS FINEST HOUR (GB) (54) 31 3 9-6 (7)
Br B g Churchill (IRE) - Jadwiga
Richard Kingscote J
O Miss K J Keir & Partner Ian Williams, Alvechurch T
B Miss K. J. Keir
TIMEFORM VIEW Left debut form behind when taking 7-runner novice at Wolverhampton (9.5f) 54 days ago, diggingdeep.Likelymoretocomeonhandicapdebutandisoneforshortlist. TFRHHHHH BHA74
5 AT VIMEIRO (GER) (105) 503200 3 9-6 (6)
Br B or Br g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Amorella (IRE)
Jonny Peate J
O Mrs Jane Chapple-Hyam Jane Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket T
B Tink Gmbh
TIMEFORM VIEW 10/1, eighth of 12 in handicap at Southwell (12.1f). Off 105 days. Makes polytrack debut. Stilllookingforfirstsuccess. TFRHHIII BHA74
6 THE HUN (IRE) (61) 622000
Br B g Showcasing - Elegantly Wild (IRE)
Darragh Keenan J
O Mrs Pam Aitken Robert Eddery, Newmarket T
B Newtown Anner Stud Tote S
7 ETRETAT (GB) (36) 642013 C
9-2 (2)
TIMEFORM VIEW Visored for 1st time, last of 13 in handicap at this course (8f, 80/1) 61 days ago, slowly away. Backupintrip.Cheekpiecesonfor1sttime.Hardtofancy TFRHIIII BHA70
3 9-1 (5)
Br B g Wootton Bassett - Normandie (GER) Archie Young (5) J
O Mrs Zee Thompson Charlie Johnston, Middleham T
B L Dassault, Cofinvest & Haras d’Etreham Johnston Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWCareerbestwhenwinning14-runnerhandicapatthiscourse(8f)inOctober BelowthatlevelatMusselburgh sincebutusefulclaimertakesoff5lbhereandhe’salikelyplayer TFRHHHHI BHA69 BETS AVAILABLE
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
8 AUGUSTE LUMIERE (IRE) (110) 403-000 3 8-12 (9)
Br B g Dawn Approach (IRE) - Luminaria (IRE) Marco Ghiani J
O Miss C. Malpas Clare Hobson, Royston T
B J. S. Bolger Clare Hobson Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW 16/1, thirteenth of 18 in handicap at the Curragh (10f, good). Off 110 days. First run for yard after leavingJ.S.Bolger Needsacoupleofthesetofalter TFRHHIII BHA66
9 MYNA (IRE) (56) 205250 3 8-8 (4)
Br B g Make Believe - Quicksand (IRE) Trevor Whelan J
O Sir Thomas Pilkington
B Mrs S. M. Rogers & Sir Thomas Pilkington
Marcus Tregoning, Whitsbury T
Marcus Tregoning Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW 4/1 and hooded for 1st time, tenth of 14 in handicap at this C&D 56 days ago, met some trouble. Othersmorepersuasive. TFRHHIII BHA62
DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2023: PENZANCE 3 8 13 Alistair Rawlinson 5-6 (Michael Appleby) 6 ran
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 6. Stewards Note:
MYNA: Following its run on 17/10/2024 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 His Finest Hour (GB), 9-2 War Chant (IRE), 11-2 Etretat (GB), 13-2 Myna (IRE), 15-2 At Vimeiro (GER), 10-1 Mighty Nebula (IRE), 14-1 Dashing Roger (GB), 18-1 Auguste Lumiere (IRE), 40-1 The Hun (IRE)
There should be more to come from HIS FINEST HOUR, who got off the mark at the second time of asking at Wolverhampton in October and begins handicapping on a fair mark. Etretat and War Chant should also go well.
December
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DOGS
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Fixtures 2025
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Race Conditions
First Race 4.30 - THE SKY BET CLUB AMATEUR JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3476 to the winning horse The second to receive £1739, the third £868, the fourth £435 and the fifth £217. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-62 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £30 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £24 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 10th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 12lb Highest weight not less than 11st 2lb Penalties, after November 30th, 2024, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb To be ridden by 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 December 9th, 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). Chelmsford City Racecourse will award a £50 cash prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be best turned out in this race 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 18 entries, 1 at £6 and 17 at £30. - Closed December 6th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3022; Second £1511; Third £755; Fourth £378; Fifth £189. (Penalty Value £3476.90) 3 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. A SS SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 5.00 - THE IRISH EBF RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (for horses in Bands C and D) (DIV I) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5234 to the winning horse The second to receive £2456, the third £1227, the fourth £614 and the fifth £306. for novice two yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible, which are in Bands C and D. Enter by noon, December 6th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 10th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb Penalties, for each race won 7lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties) Allowances: Band D from Band C 2lb Chelmsford City Racecourse will award a £50 cash prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be best turned out in this race THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F have kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race 10 entries at £50. - Closed December 6th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) Weights raised 3lbs and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 5.30 - THE IRISH EBF RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (for horses in Bands C and D) (DIV II) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5234 to the winning horse The second to receive £2456, the third £1227, the fourth £614 and the fifth £306. for novice two yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible, which are in Bands C and D. Enter by noon, December 6th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 10th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb Penalties, for each race won 7lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties) Allowances: Band D from Band C 2lb Chelmsford City Racecourse will award a £50 cash prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be best turned out in this race THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F have kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race 9 entries at £50. - Closed December 6th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) Weights raised 3lbs and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 6.00 - THE IRISH EBF FUTURE STAYERS’ NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 3) (Sire and Dam Restricted Race) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £13085 to the winning horse The second to receive £6140, the third £3067, the fourth £1535 and the fifth £765. for novice two yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible, whose SIRE or DAM won a race of a mile and a quarter or over (this includes races in excess of nine furlongs and 110 yards and in excess of 1900m). Enter by noon, December 6th and pay £125 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 10th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb Penalties, a winner of a race 6lb Of 2 races 10lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties). THE TRUSTEES OF THE EUROPEAN BREEDERS’ FUND have generously contributed £5000 towards the prize money for this race Chelmsford City Racecourse will award a £50 cash prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be best turned out in this race 14 entries at £125. - Closed December 6th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £10323; Second £5163; Third £2580; Fourth £1290; Fifth £645. (Penalty Value £13085) Weights raised 3lbs and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS
SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 6.30 - THE SKY BET MATCHDAY ASSIST NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3663 to the winning horse The second to receive £1719, the third £858, the fourth £429 and the fifth £214. for two yrs old only, Rated 0-55. Enter by noon, December 6th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 10th. Lowest weight 8st 13lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after November 30th, 2024, for each race won 6lb Chelmsford City Racecourse will award a £50 cash prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be best turned out in this race 16 entries at £30. - Closed December 6th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) SS
SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 7.00 - THE SKY BET BUILD A BET HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £13085 to the winning horse The second to receive £6140, the third £3067, the fourth £1535 and the fifth £765. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 86-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 or higher; such horses rated 85 and below are also eligible - see Note below). £125 stake if the horse is rated 86 or higher, or £25 stake if the horse is rated 85 or lower with £100 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 10th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 7lb; 3-y-o 8st 6lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 12lb; 3-y-o 9st 11lb Penalties, after November 30th, 2024, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb NOTE: Any horse rated above 105 shall initially be treated as having that rating and the highest weight allotted shall be 9st 12lb Subsequently, the excess over 105 in any rating shall be allotted to that horse without limitation to the highest weight to be carried. Those horses rated 85 and below are also eligible to run in this race Elimination from this race will be as provided for in the Race Administration Code. Chelmsford City Racecourse will award a £50 cash prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be best turned out in this race 11 entries at £125. - Closed December 6th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £10323; Second £5163; Third £2580; Fourth £1290; Fifth £645. (Penalty Value £13085) SS SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 7.30 - THE SKY BET ACCA FREEZE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3663 to the winning horse The second to receive £1719, the third £858, the fourth £429 and the fifth £214. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-60 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £30 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £24 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 10th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 12lb; 3-y-o 8st 7lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 12lb; 3-y-o 9st 7lb Penalties, after November 30th, 2024, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb Chelmsford City Racecourse will award £50 cash to the person responsible for the horse judged to be best turned out in this race 16 entries, 1 at £6 and 15 at £30. - Closed December 6th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) Weights raised 2lbs and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 34 FOR THIS RACE.
Eighth Race 8.00 - THE SKY BET EXTRA PLACES EVERY DAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5757 to the winning horse The second to receive £2701, the third £1349, the fourth £675 and the fifth £336. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 63-82 (also open to such horses rated 83 and 84; such horses rated 62 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 63 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 62 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 10th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after November 30th, 2024, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb 14 entries, 1 at £10 and 13 at £50. - Closed December 6th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4542; Second £2272; Third £1135; Fourth £568; Fifth £284. (Penalty Value £5757.40) SS
SEE PAGE 38 FOR THIS RACE.
Ninth Race 8.30 - THE SKY BET FOR THE FANS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5757 to the winning horse The second to receive £2701, the third £1349, the fourth £675 and the fifth £336. for three yrs old 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). £50 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 10th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 3-y-o 8st 7lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 12lb Penalties, after November 30th, 2024, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb Chelmsford City Racecourse will award a £50 cash prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be best turned out in this race 14 entries at £50. - Closed December 6th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4542; Second £2272; Third £1135; Fourth £568; Fifth £284. (Penalty Value £5757.40) SS
SEE PAGE 42 FOR THIS RACE.
