Officials
Thursday 9th January 2025
RACEDAY OFFICIALS
CHIEF STEWARD
Tony McGlone STEWARDS’ PANEL CHAIR
Sarah Ellison TRAINEE STEWARDS’ PANEL CHAIR
Bridget Chamberlain STEWARDS
Simon Kirk, Simon Connaway, Milly Bersey STARTERS
Willie Jardine
Michael Sheridan JUDGE
Paul Champion
CLERK OF THE SCALES
Jeremy Lind
EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS
Elizabeth Budden, John Bramhill, Suzanne Feltham MEDICAL OFFICERS
Dr Ross Worthington
Dr Duncan Peacock
VETERINARY OFFICER
Stuart Thorne
VETERINARY SURGEONS
Mark Murrell MA, VetMB, CertES (Orth), MRCVS
Tony Lock BVetMed MRCVS
Erik Belloy DVM MRCVS COMMENTATOR
Tony Ennis
BETTING RING MANAGER
James Andrews
RACECOURSE TEAM
RACING DIRECTOR
Neil Graham COMMERCIAL DIRECTOR
Nathan Holmes
CLERK OF THE COURSE
Michael Prosser
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Shelley Wheeler
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How to Read Your Racecard
Jockey’s Name.
Horse number on saddlecloth
Horse Name Sire
No of days since last race
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
Draw Weight St-Lbs Dam Age Damsire
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-
Owner(s)
Owner(s) colours and graphic
Form Comment
Breeder
Colour and sex of horse
B = Bay
Br = Brown
Ch = Chesnut
Gr = Grey
Ro = Roan
c = colt
h = horse
g = gelding
f = filly
m = mare
OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS
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Timeform 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 any penalties or allowances).
The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in non-handicaps races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed. Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating.
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10 Year Anniversary
We are celebrating our 10th anniversary tonight and the journey we have been on over those years. The racecourse opened its doors on 11th January 2015 and has seen some of the top horses in the world performing here before going on to Group race success around the world.
Multiple Group 1 winning filly, Highfield Princess, won our Listed Queen Charlotte Stakes as well as the Group 1, 1000 Guineas, winning filly, Billesdon Brook. The Listed Chelmer Stakes launched the career of Believing before she progressed to being one of the best sprinters in the world and selling for 3,000,000 Guineas. The Cardinal Stakes last year saw Capulet, who finished third go on to win the Listed Dee Stakes at Chester.
The list goes on and on but we would like to thank you for your support over the last 10 years and, we hope, over the years to come.
Neil Graham Racing Director
For more information about any of our upcoming events please visit chelmsfordcityracecourse.com or call the office on 01245 360300.
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Essex County Showground
1958 - 2002
The Essex County Showground has a rich history rooted in agriculture and community. Established in 1793, the Essex Society for the Encouragement of Agriculture & Industry laid the groundwork for the county’s agricultural traditions. The first Essex Agricultural Society Show was held in Chelmsford on June 15, 1858, before becoming an annual event that toured the county.
In 1958, marking the show’s centenary, a permanent home was secured when the Society purchased 158 acres of land in Great Leighs. In 1997, entrepreneur and former showjumper John Holmes acquired the showground, hosting the Essex Show until its conclusion in 2000. Holmes then embarked on an ambitious transformation, creating a £30 million, mile-long all-weather racetrack on the site.
Today, as Chelmsford City Racecourse, the venue continues to honour its legacy as a community cornerstone, blending its historic roots with modern outreach and engagement.
2015
The racecourse opened its doors to the public, with the first race being won by the Godolphin owned Tryster, trained by Charlie Appleby and ridden by Adam Kirby.
First major music concert, when Madness played after racing to a crowd of more than 10,000
The racecourse quickly established a reputation for some of the most generous prize money in British racing and an attendance of more than 80,000
2016
World-class entertainment with concerts from Simply Red, Rick Astley and Jools Holland among others.
Staged the prestigious rearranged Greenham meeting following the decision to abandon the original Newbury fixture. This card featured three Group races and was incredibly well-received by the racing community.
2017
A trailblazing year with quality racing and great entertainment such as Boyzone.
Chelmsford City’s annual Ladies Day was a sell out, becoming a focal part of the Essex social calendar
2018
Staged 63 fixtures with a massive £5.2 million in prize money, this included the UK’s most valuable evening meeting in history and Chelmsford City Racecourse’s first ever Listed race, the Queen Charlotte Stakes.
Chelmsford City quickly broke this record just two months later with an even more valuable meeting which featured the inaugural running of the Chelmsford City Cup worth an astonishing £100,000
2019
Addition of another Listed race, the Chelmer Stakes
Co-hosted our first music festival, Clockstock, in partnership with the legendary Clockwork Orange. This sell-out festival saw 60 of dance music’s most iconic DJs and acts including Erick Morillo, Roger Sanchez, and Todd Terry come to the racecourse and deliver undoubtedly the biggest party in Essex.
2020
What looked to be a sensational sixth year at Chelmsford City Racecourse, like most the racecourse found itself disrupted by the coronavirus pandemic.
The racecourse prevailed becoming one of the first to return with ‘behind closed doors’ racing, managing to successfully stage the majority of its calendar as well as preparing to open as one of the South East’s largest vaccination centres in the new year.
The Chelmer Stakes headlined the racing calendar, with course specialist Sean Levey and Happy Romance claiming victory in the thrilling six-furlong sprint. The racecourse also brought world-class music to Essex, hosting Example’s first UK performance since the pandemic in September 2021
The Cardinal Stakes, the racecourse’s premier event, featured a prestigious Conditions race with a remarkable £100,000 prize fund Additionally, to commemorate Racing Together Community Day, the racecourse proudly supported the Eden Project’s Carers Week, raising awareness of unpaid carers and the challenges they face. 2022
Chelmsford City Racecourse hosted its inaugural Remembrance Raceday on Armistice Day, honouring the Armed Forces in partnership with the Royal British Legion. Over £4,000 was raised for the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal, marking a memorable day of tribute and racing. 2023
2024 Present
Chelmsford City Racecourse reached new heights with enhanced races, increased prize money, and record-breaking success. Good Friday racing in 2024 set a new benchmark, achieving the highest ticket sales for any racing event that year.
The racecourse revealed its biggest music event yet for 2025, announcing a threeday festival with a daily capacity of 25,000 people. The event will feature major headliners, including Justin Timberlake, Duran Duran, and Olly Murs
Tryster, the first horse to triumph at Chelmsford City Racecourse on its inaugural fixture, January 11th, 2015
First Race 5.30
THE BET BOOST AT bet365 “HANDS AND HEELS” APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (All-weather Hands and Heels Series, part of Racing Excellence) for four 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)
CITY SELECTIONS
The vote goes to TIME PATROL, who failed to justify favouritism when fifth at Lingfield last time, but he wasn’t beaten far and that was a fair effort in the context of this race. Tony Carroll’s five-year-old competes off a 1lb lower rating here and could regain the winning thread. Comedian Leader has room for manoeuvre off her current mark, while Shades Of May could feature now entering the handicap ranks.
TIME PATROL
Comedian Leader
Leading course trainer (20-25): S C Williams (53 wins from 419 runners, 13%) runs CAPTAIN DANDY Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Carroll (9 wins from 35 runners, 26%) runs TIME PATROL Weightwatcher: COMEDIAN LEADER won off a handicap mark of 65, her rating is now down 14lb to 51. Longest Traveller: PEACHEY CARNEHAN trained by M Mullineaux, Tarporley, 205 miles.
1 PIPERSTOWN (IRE) (6) 3361-61 D 4 9-12 (in 5lb ex) (12)
Br Ch g No Nay Never (USA) - Razzmatazz J
NON-RUNNER
O Mrs A. Frost Kevin Frost, Newark T
B Lynch Bages Ltd & Lindy Farms Kevin Frost Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEW GotoffthemarkatSouthwell(5f)inDecemberand,havingnotbeenseentobesteffectatNewcastlenexttime,hequicklybouncedbackwhen successfulbackatSouthwell(6f)6daysago,leadingpost.Obviousclaimsunderapenaltyforallhisdrawcouldhavebeenkinder TFRIIIII BHA
2 SHADES OF MAY (GB) (27) 635- 5 9-9 (9)
Br B g Mayson - Shades of Silk Oscar Palmer (3) J
O Mr M. D. I. Usher Mark Usher, Lambourn T
B Peter Balding MARK USHER RACING S
TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. 40/1, shaped better than distance beaten suggests when fifth of 12 in maiden at Southwell (5f) 27daysago.Stepbackupintripwillsuitnowhandicappingandhemayyethaveabiggereffortinhislocker TFRHHHHI BHA52
3 TIME PATROL (GB) (18) 224245- D 5 9-9 (3)
Br B g Time Test - Travelling Alexandra McDonnell (3) J
O Longview Stud & Bloodstock Ltd Tony Carroll, Cropthorne T
B Longview Stud & Bloodstock Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWDoubledcareertallyatBath(5.7f)andplentyofcreditableeffortsindefeatsince,latestwhenclose-upfifth of10inhandicap(5/2)atLingfield(6f,AW)18daysago.Expectedtobethereaboutsagain. TFRHHHHH BHA52
4 COMEDIAN LEADER (GB) (54) 040230- 5 9-8 (7)
Br B m Aclaim (IRE) - Last Frontier (FR) Tyrese Cameron J
O Mr M Robinson & Guy Dunphy Jim & Suzi Best, Lewes T
B Last Frontier Partnership
TIMEFORM VIEW Steadily eased in weights last year and more encouraging signs when placed in handicaps at Lingfield/here during the summer Notatbestwhententhof12inhandicapatWolverhampton(7.2f)54daysagobutapplicationofafirst-timevisorcouldhelpnow TFRHHHII BHA51
5 Q TWENTY BOY (IRE) (20) 445200- CD 10 9-6 (2)
Br Ch g Dandy Man (IRE) - Judies Child (IRE)
O The Mark Usher Racing Club
B Mrs Lucy Lynch
Alicia Perkins (5) J
Mark Usher, Lambourn T
Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEW VeteranC&Dwinnerwhoresumedwinningwaysover5fhereinAugust Notinquitethesameformoflate though,eighthof11inhandicapatWolverhampton(6.1f)20daysago,neverbetterthanmidfield. TFRHHHII BHA49
6 ZINA COLADA (GB) (21) 600460- D
Br Br m Brazen Beau (AUS) - Coconut Shy
(11)
Dingle (7) J
O The Bean Club George Margarson, Newmarket T
B Mr F. Butler Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEWProducedoneofherbettereffortswhenfourthatYarmouth(7f)inJulybutbelowthatlevelbothstartssince,eleventh of13inaC&Dhandicap21daysagoonthebackofwindsurgery.Percentagecalltolookelsewhere. TFRHHIII BHA48
7 WILD EYED GIRL (IRE) (27) 05000/0-
9-3 (4)
Br B m Mehmas (IRE) - What About Me (IRE) Ethan Tindall (5) J
O Mr Roger Don Gough J. R. Jenkins, Royston T
B Mrs A. Nolan Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEWUntrustworthyindividual.Firstrunfor14months/sinceleavingBrianNolanwhententhof12inmaiden (40/1)atSouthwell(5f)27daysago.Upintrip.Somethingtofindonform. TFRHHIII BHA
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
8 CAPTAIN DANDY (IRE) (10) 005600- D 5 9-3 (8)
Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - La Chita Bonita (IRE) Olivia Haines (5) J
O Mrs J. Morley Stuart Williams, Newmarket T
B Northern Bloodstock Agency Ltd Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEWTwelverunssincelastwinin2024 25/1,lastof11inhandicapatWolverhampton(6.1f)10daysago, foldingtamelyover1fout.Hardtowarmtoatpresent. TFR
9 LUCY LOCKETT (GB) (21) 560500- 4 9-3 (6)
Br B f Lightning Spear - Aliyana (IRE) Taryn Langley J
O The Future David Simcock, Newmarket T
B Tick Tock Partnership
TIMEFORMVIEW33/1,tenthof12inhandicapatthiscourse(8f)21daysago,veryslowlyawayandalwaysbehind. Returntosprintingneedstohavepositiveeffectnow TFRHHIII BHA44
10 JAZZ STATE (IRE) (6) 05/0-0 4 9-3 (5)
Br B g Territories (IRE) - Street Jazz Joe Bradnam (3) J
O The Cool Silk Partnership Robert Cowell, Newmarket T
B The Cool Silk Partnership Robert Cowell Racing S TIMEFORMVIEWDownthefieldin3startsforArchieWatsonlastwinterbutnotentirelyseentobesteffectstartingoutfornewyard/after12monthsoffwhen ninthof12inaSouthwellnovice(6f)6daysago.Thisshouldrevealmorenowhandicappingwithcheekpiecesretained. TFRHHHII BHA44(-1)
11 PEACHEY CARNEHAN (GB) (10) 350040- D 11 9-3 (10)
Br Ch g Foxwedge (AUS) - Zubova Poppy Scott (5) J
O Mr Keith Jones Michael Mullineaux, Tarporley T
B Mr J. M. Duggan & The Late Mr T. Duggan Tote S TIMEFORM VIEW VeteranwhoscoredtwiceatWolverhampton(6f)lastwinter Mixedbaginrecentmonths,notseentobesteffectwhenseventhof11in handicapbackatthatvenue(6.1f)10daysago.Needstopulloutalittlemoreifhe’storegainthewinningthreadhere TFRHHHII BHA44
12 LORD DANIELSON (GB) (18) 600040- 4 9-3 (1)
Br B g Iffraaj - Toy Theatre Fred Daly (5) J
O Mr L. J. Vaessen P. Charalambous & J. Clutterbuck, Newmarket T
B Leon Vaessen
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who ran below best when eighth of 12 in handicap at Lingfield (6f, AW) 18 days ago, weakeningover1fout.Moreneeded. TFRHHHII BHA44
DECLARED RUNNERS 12
2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Visor worn first time by No. 4. Hood worn by No. 9. Visor worn by No. 8, 11
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 10.
Stewards Note:
SHADES OF MAY: Following its run on 13/12/2024 it was reported that the horse was unruly in the stalls. LUCY LOCKETT: Following its run on 19/12/2024 it was reported that the horse was slow away
ProbableS.P’s:3-1TimePatrol(GB),5-1ShadesofMay(GB),6-1LordDanielson(GB),7-1ComedianLeader(GB), 9-1 Q Twenty Boy (IRE), 16-1 Captain Dandy (IRE), 18-1 Peachey Carnehan (GB), 22-1 Zina Colada (GB), Jazz State (IRE), 28-1 Lucy Lockett (GB), 40-1 Wild Eyed Girl (IRE)
TIME PATROL is a consistent performer at this sort of level and gets the vote from a handy draw with his stable continuing in rude health. Handicap-debutant Shades of May and Comedian Leader, equipped with a first-time visor, are others to consider TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.TIME PATROL 2.SHADES OF MAY 3.COMEDIAN LEADER
Luke Morris, the jockey with the most races and wins at Chelmsford City Racecourse in the past decade.
Family Racedays
Family Racedays at Chelmsford City Racecourse offer a perfect mix of exciting horse racing and fun-filled activities for all ages. With entertainment like face painting, games, and family-friendly attractions, these events provide a great day out that everyone can enjoy Experience the thrill of the races while creating special memories together!
GOOD FRIDAY FESTIVAL
Friday 18th April 2025
Our biggest event of the year is back! Join us on Good Friday for a day packed with thrilling racing, live music from our resident DJ, and fun for all ages. From a family zone with arts, crafts, and an Easter bunny trail to a game zone for kids and two new food villages, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Kickstart your Bank Holiday weekend with excitement, entertainment, and unforgettable memories!
ITV SUNDAY SERIES
Sunday 1st June 2025
Be part of history as Chelmsford City Racecourse proudly hosts its first-ever Sky Bet Sunday Series on Sunday, 1st June.
This landmark event promises an unforgettable day of top-class racing, with £225,000 in prize money up for grabs, along with thrilling bonuses for jockeys, trainers, and horses. Don’t miss the electric atmosphere as the action unfolds in a prime Sunday twilight slot, broadcast live on ITV Join us for an extraordinary experience that combines elite racing with the excitement of a national stage!
CHELMSFORD CITY CUP
Tuesday 1st July 2025
Join us for a summer evening of racing at the Chelmsford City Cup 2025, one of our highest-graded races with world-class prize money. An unmissable event and a chance to get dressed up for the races with your best dresses, suits, and grandest hats. As well as racing there is a huge range of artisan food options available throughout the day from our street food village as well as our restaurants and lounges providing guests with delicious meals and buffets.
Second Race 6.00
THE 10 YEARS AT CHELMSFORD CITY RACECOURSE RESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) (for horses in Bands C and D) (GBB RACE)
CITY SELECTIONS
This Farh returned from a 137-day break with a good effort when hitting the crossbar over 7f at Lingfield last week and he holds an obvious chance. However, he could come out second best to SOLDIERS STAR, who finished a close-up third over 7f at Wolverhampton last month and shaped as if this drop back in trip would be a good move. If the son of Soldier’s Call can reproduce the form of his debut second over this distance, then he may prove very hard to beat. Best Of All is the pick of the remainder
SOLDIERS STAR This Farh
Leading course trainer (20-25): S C Williams (53 wins from 419 runners, 13%) runs CLAIM THAT SMILE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): Jack Morland (5 wins from 6 runners, 83%) runs SONIC PIONEER Longest Traveller: THIS FARH trained by D Loughnane, Tern Hill, 181 miles.
for maiden three, four and five yrs old x Total prize fund £8000 Owners Prize Money 1st £3303, 2nd £1652, 3rd £826, 4th £413, 5th £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) colours no horse
1 SOLDIERS STAR (IRE) (24) 23- 3 9-0 (3)
Br B c Soldier’s Call - Serengo (IRE) Joe Leavy (3) J
O Roudee Racing 12 Hugo Palmer, Malpas T
B John Hutchinson Roudee Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Ran to a similar level as on debut when third of 11 in maiden at Wolverhampton (7.2f, 5/4) 24daysago.Setsthestandard. TFRHHHHH BHA-
2 SONIC PIONEER (GB) (-) 3 9-0 (4)
Br B g Massaat (IRE) - Three Gracez
Brandon Wilkie (3) J
O Pat Cronin. Jack Morland, Newmarket T
B Hormann Bloodstock Private Jet Media Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEWMassaatgelding.Half-brotherto5fwinnerThreeBeauz.Dam,winneraround7f (includingat2yrs), half-sistertousefulwinnerupto1mThreeHavanas.Wearshood. TFRHHHII BHA-
3 THIS FARH (GB) (9) 252- 3 9-0 (1)
Br B g Far Above (IRE) - This Girl
Connor Planas (3) J
O David Lowe David Loughnane, Tern Hill T
B The Lowe Family
TIMEFORMVIEWFairformin3runssofar,includingafter5monthsoff(gelded)whensecondof10innoviceatLingfield (7f,AW,8/11)9daysago.Shouldremaincompetitive. TFRHHHHI BHA72
4 CLAIM THAT SMILE (GB) (50) (2lb) 6-
3 8-12 (7)
Br Br g Aclaim (IRE) - Smile That Smile Hector Crouch J
O G B Racing Syndicates Stuart Williams, Newmarket T
B Dullingham Park Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW 15/2, showed plenty to work on when sixth of 11 in novice at Kempton (6f) on debut 50 days ago, leftpoorlyplaced.Shouldimprove. TFRHHHHI BHA-
5 EM FOUR (GB) (26) (2lb) 46- 3 8-12 (2)
Br Ch c Sixties Icon - Emten (IRE)
Alistair Rawlinson J
O Barratt Racing Jamie Osborne, Upper Lambourn T
B J. A. Osborne
TIMEFORM VIEW 25/1, went backwards from an encouraging debut when sixth of 11 in novice at Wolverhampton (5.1f)26daysago.Stillearlydayshoweverandthisisaweakrace. TFRHHHII BHA-
6 BEST OF ALL (GB) (24) 45- 3 8-9 (5)
Br B f Belardo (IRE) - Sensationally Aidan Keeley J
O Stay Foolish & Partner Roger Varian, Newmarket T
B Meon Valley Stud Varian Stable Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed a bit more than on debut when fifth of 11 in maiden at Wolverhampton (7.2f, 20/1) 24daysago. TFRHHHII BHA-
7 RUNNINDOWN A DREAM (GB) (20) (2lb) 0- 3 8-7 (6)
Br B f Havana Gold (IRE) - La Roche Jagu Ethan Tindall (7) J
O Mr Robin Stevens J R Jenkins, Royston T
B D. R. Tucker DYSLEXICARE S
TIMEFORMVIEWLastof10innovice(250/1)atSouthwell(5f)ondebut20daysago,veryslowlyaway Upintrip. TFRHIIII BHA-
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2024: DYRHOLAEY (FR) 3 9 0 Hollie Doyle 5-2 (Archie Watson) 8 ran Hood worn first time by No. 2. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 2.
Probable S.P’s: 11-8 Soldiers Star (IRE), 11-4 This Farh (GB), 11-2 Claim That Smile (GB), 10-1 Best of All (GB), 14-1 Em Four (GB), 25-1 Sonic Pioneer (GB), 300-1 Runnindown A Dream (GB)
SOLDIERS STAR sets the standard on his 2 placed efforts and is taken to get off the mark at the third time of asking. This Farh and Claim That Smile are considered the chief threats.
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Hayley Turner celebrates her historic 1000th win at Chelmsford City Racecourse, becoming the first female jockey in the UK to achieve this milestone.
Third Race 6.30
THE IT’S NEVER ORDINARY AT bet365 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
CITY SELECTIONS
CARLTON accounted for Lumberjack by just under a length when successfully completing a C&D double last time, retaining his unbeaten record since joining the James Owen yard. The five-year-old was worth a lot more than the winning margin suggests on that occasion and he has lots in his favour as he bids for a hat-trick off 2lb higher. Alex The Great finished a respectable third at Southwell on his most recent outing and should go well off an unchanged mark, while Black Smoke is another to note.
CARLTON Alex The Great
Leading course trainer (20-25): T Carroll (22 wins from 203 runners, 11%) runs ALEX THE GREAT Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Carroll (9 wins from 35 runners, 26%) runs ALEX THE GREAT Longest Traveller: ALEX THE GREAT trained by T Carroll, Cropthorne, 166 miles.
for four 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) colours no horse
1 BLACK SMOKE (IRE) (19) 135304- D 8 9-9 (9)
Br B g Tale of Two Cities (IRE) - Miss Forde (IRE) Mason Paetel (7) J
O Mike Harris Racing Club Mark Loughnane, Kidderminster T
B Mrs Margaret Comer Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEWLatestwinatWolverhampton(14f)inSeptember.Creditablefourthof10inhandicapbackatthatC&D(14f,11/2) 19daysago.Linesuphereoperatingjust1lbabovelastwinningmarkandhe’snotdiscountedhere TFRHHHII BHA55
2 FOINIX (GB) (18) 411454- C 5 9-9 (8)
Br B g Phoenix Reach (IRE) - Yeah Baby Yeah (IRE)
O Mildean Racing & Rachel L Field
B Winterbeck Manor Stud
Aiden Brookes (3) J
Jim & Suzi Best, Lewes T
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner Latest win at Lingfield (11.6f, turf) in August. Off 4 months prior to finishing fourth of 7 in handicap at Lingfield (15.8f,AW,14/1)18daysago,outpaced2foutandpluggingon.Visorrefittedandthateffortmaywellhavebroughthimon. TFRHHHII BHA55
3 CARLTON (GB) (21) 063611- CD
5 9-9 (3)
Br Br g Frankel - Chantra (GER) Sean Dylan Bowen J
O Think Big Partnership James Owen, Newmarket T
B Gestut Haus Ittlingen
TIMEFORMVIEWThriveduponjoiningpresentyard,landingback-to-backC&DhandicapsinDecember,thelatestby3/4length fromLumberjack,overcomingpositionalbias.Soundclaimsnudgedup2lbinhat-trickbid. TFRHHHHH BHA55
4 ALEX THE GREAT (IRE) (11) 241303- D
Br Gr g Camelot - Moonrise Landing (IRE)
O Shropshire Wolves & Mill House Racing
(1)
William Carson J
Tony Carroll, Cropthorne T
B Oak Hill Stud Mill House Racing Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEWWinneratSouthwell(14.1f)inNovember Tonguestraponfor1sttime,creditablethirdof8inhandicap backatthatvenue(14.1f)11daysago.Notruledout. TFRHHHII BHA55
5 MEISTERZINGER (IRE) (22) 031/000- C
Br Br g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Zingeeyah
O The OAP Partnership (Mr J. Segust)
(5)
Hector Crouch J
Mark Usher, Lambourn T
B Ms Patricia Walsh MARK USHER RACING S
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner Tenth of 13 in handicap (14/1) at Kempton (11f) 22 days ago, trapped wide throughout. Stepsbackupintripnowandhe’sfallen3lbbelowlastwinningmarkifhecanscalearesurgence. TFRHHIII BHA52
6 OSCAR DOODLE (GB) (7) 42000-0 C
Br Gr g Outstrip - Dusty Blue
6 9-4 (2)
Morgan Cole (5) J
O Mr D Hyman Olly Williams Olly Williams, Market Rasen T
B M. W. Easterby Olly Williams Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner. Seventh of 12 in minor event (50/1) at Newcastle (12.4f) 7 days ago, weakening over1fout.
7 MAMDOH (GB) (14) 000044-
(7)
Br B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Lovely Memory (IRE) Daniel Muscutt J
O Mr J. E. Parr Joseph Parr, Newmarket T
B The Lovely Memory Partnership
TIMEFORMVIEW Very good fourth of 12 inhandicap(4/1) at Wolverhampton (16.6f) 14 days ago. Not taken lightly backdownintripgivenhe’sfewermilesontheclockthanmost. TFRHHHII BHA53
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
8 ZOOKS (FR) (21) 400355- 5 9-2 (6)
Br B m Camelot - Tristesse (USA) Cieren Fallon J
O Mr Ian Williams Ian Williams, Alvechurch T
B Wertheimer & Frere Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Respectable 2 1/2 lengths fifth of 11 to Carlton in handicap at this C&D (11/2) 21 days ago. Markhaseasedfurtherbutshedoesneedtopulloutalittlemore. TFR
9 ROGUE RAIDER (USA) (21) 460606- 4 9-1 (4)
Br Br g More Than Ready (USA) - Shadow Play (USA) Raul Da Silva J
O Clare Hobson Racing Partnership
Clare Hobson, Royston T
B Summer Wind Equine LLC Clare Hobson Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEWMaidenwholeftbehindseveraldistinctlylessereffortswhen31/2lengthssixthof11toCarltoninhandicap atthisC&D(66/1)21daysago.Markhaseasedalittlemorebuthistaskistobuildonthateffort. TFRHHIII BHA50
10 LUMBERJACK (GB) (21) 040002- 6 9-1 (11)
Br Gr g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Wood Chorus
O Mr M. D. I. Usher
B Worksop Manor Stud
Darragh Keenan J
Mark Usher, Lambourn T
MARK USHER RACING S
TIMEFORM VIEW 6-y-ogeldingwhoremainsamaidenbuthereturnedtoformwiththeaidofagoodpositionwhen3/4-lengthsecondof11 toCarltoninC&Dhadicap21daysago.Recordispatchythough,sohewouldn’tbecertaintobackthatup,however TFRHHHII BHA47
11 LEON TROTSKY
(GB)
(21)
Br B g Michigan (USA) - Moana
O Edwards and Spells
500603- 4 8-13 (10)
Dylan Hogan J
Julia & Shelley Birkett, Newmarket T
B Brian Mainhood Birkett Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-raced4-y-owhoproducedbesteffortyetwithheadgeardiscardedwhengood3/4-lengththirdof11 toCarltoninhandicapatthisC&D21daysago,wellpositioned.Respectedifabletoreplicatethathere TFRHHHII BHA48
DECLARED RUNNERS 11
2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Visor worn by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 6, 9, 10
Stewards Note: MAMDOH: Following its run on 26/12/2024 it was reported that the horse was restless in the stalls.
ROGUE RAIDER: Following its run on 19/12/2024 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.
Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Carlton (GB), 7-1 Mamdoh (GB), 9-1 Black Smoke (IRE), Lumberjack (GB), 10-1 Alex The Great (IRE), Zooks (FR), 11-1 Leon Trotsky (GB), 16-1 Foinix (GB), 25-1 Rogue Raider (USA), 28-1 Meisterzinger (IRE), 50-1 Oscar Doodle (GB)
SMARTER
CARLTON has been resurgent upon joining the James Owen yard, landing back-to-back C&D handicaps last month, and he’s expected to make a bold bid to bring up a quick-fire hat-trick. Black Smoke and Foinix are others to consider with Mamdoh another worth a look given he has fewer miles on the clock than most.
Sponsors Thank You
The racecourse would like to thank our sponsors, their support sustains our sport.
Our Awards and Achievements
As Chelmsford City Racecourse celebrates its 10th anniversary, we are proud to reflect on the numerous awards and accolades that recognise our commitment to excellence in racing, hospitality, and innovation. These achievements stand as a testament to the dedication of our team and the continued support of our valued patrons and partners.
PICK A WINNER (MARKETING)
2024 Winner
Chelmsford City Racecourse won the Marketing Excellence award at the 2024 Racecourse Association Showcase Awards for its innovative “Pick A Winner” campaign, which brought racing excitement to Essex through pop-up stations, offering residents the chance to win tickets and attracting new attendees.
REMEMBRANCE RACEDAY
2024 Highly Commemorated
Chelmsford City Racecourse was Highly Commended in the Racing Together Community Award for its Remembrance Raceday, a heartfelt event honoring servicemen and women and strengthening community connections.
WARMEST WELCOME
2024 Winner
The racecourse was further recognised with the Warmest Welcome RCA Excellence Award, celebrating Chelmsford’s commitment to creating a welcoming and memorable guest experience, marked by friendly staff and a smooth entry process.
THOROUGHBRED INDUSTRY EMPLOYEE COMMUNITY AWARD
2024 Finalist
Our Head of Customer Service, Community & Membership, Jo Flaherty, was named a finalist for the 2024 Thoroughbred Industry Employee Community Award in recognition of her exceptional contributions to our local community.
TOP 10 RACECOURSES
2023
Chelmsford City Racecourse is honoured to be named by VisitEngland as one of the top ten racecourses for raceday experience in 2023, reflecting our commitment to delivering exceptional experiences for our guests.
TOP 10 RACECOURSE FOR STABLE STAFF
2023 Winner
In 2023, Chelmsford City Racecourse achieved the highest score nationwide from the National Association of Racing Staff for our Stable Yard, excelling in the categories of Loading, Quality, and Water
BEST CUSTOMER SERVICE
2017 Winner
In 2017, Chelmsford City Racecourse was honoured with the prestigious Best Customer Service award at the Racecourse Association Showcase Awards. This recognition reflects the dedication of our team to maintaining the highest standards of service and hospitality.
BEST SMALL RACECOURSE IN THE SOUTH
2016 Winner
In 2016, Chelmsford City Racecourse was named Best Small Racecourse in the South by the Racegoers Club, honouring our dedication to providing a memorable and enjoyable experience for all attendees.
A CELEBRATION OF WOMEN ON AND OFF THE TRACK
Racing has long been considered a men’s sport, but in recent years, it is the women who have truly taken the reins, and rightly so. Ladies Day at the races has historically been synonymous with grace, style, and a celebration of women in fashion and status. What once served as a welcoming day for women has now evolved into a platform where they shine both in their attire and in the saddle.
Fast forward to 2025, and the spotlight is no longer solely on the elegant attendees; it is equally shared with the fearless and talented female jockeys who compete at the highest levels of the sport.
To honour this evolution, in 2024, Chelmsford City Racecourse proudly launched a multi-channel campaign that showcases the remarkable journeys of some of the most inspirational women on and off the track.
CHARLOTTE BREW
The Trailblazer
Among these trailblazers is Essex born Charlotte Brew, who made history in 1977 as the first female jockey to ride in the Grand National. Her courage and determination broke barriers and set the stage for future generations. In her earlier years, Charlotte competed in point-to-point events at the Essex County Showground, the very site that would later evolve into Chelmsford City Racecourse as we know it today
For our 2024 Ladies Day, Chelmsford City Racecourse was proud to collaborate with the renowned national brand Fenwick to celebrate remarkable women making a difference in our county. From inspiring cancer survivors to dedicated carers, we had the privilege of recognising their incredible contributions with thoughtful gifts as a token of our appreciation.
HAYLEY TURNER
The Pioneer
Another icon is Hayley Turner OBE, a trailblazer in British horseracing who recently celebrated her historic 1,000th win right here at Chelmsford City Racecourse. Riding Tradesman to victory, Hayley became the first female jockey in the UK to achieve this remarkable milestone.
ALL FEMALE RACE
Ladies Day 2025
To celebrate the fearless and talented female jockeys competing at the highest levels of the sport, Chelmsford City Racecourse is proud to announce an all-female jockey race as a highlight of this year’s Ladies Day This special event underscores our commitment to showcasing the incredible skill and determination of women in racing.
Our Commitment to Horsemen in 2025
Since opening in 2015, the racecourse has always had an intense passion for supporting the owners, trainers, jockeys and stable staff who make our sport happen. In 2025, the racecourse will again commit in excess of £3m prize money featuring some of the most valuable Listed races in the country as well as topping the tables for a range of Class 5 and 6, highlighting our commitment to supporting racing at every level.
We also recognise that support goes beyond prize money and we are excited to upgrade facilities, continue to offer our facilities to trainers free-of-charge, improve communication and extensively support industry charities including Retraining of Racehorse (RoR) and Injured Jockeys Fund (IJF).
CARDINAL STAKES
GOOD FRIDAY
Our richest raceday of the year offers £250,000 across seven low-grade races. Featuring some of the highest prize money for Class 5 and 6 races in the country, the Class 6 event in 2024 boasted a substantial prize of £33,150 to give the sell-out crowd an electric day of racing.
CHELMER STAKES
Our most valuable sprint of the year is back with £80,000 prize money! Open to three-year-old fillies, this thoroughly exciting race acted as a springboard for some of 2024’s most exciting campaigns.
One of the highlights of 2024, this is the UK’s most valuable Conditions race and has seen a massive boost in increase and attention over the past three years. Open to three-year-olds of both sexes over a mile, this race is the perfect race to kickstart a blacktype campaign. CLASS 2 CLASS 3 CLASS 4
5
6
ITV SUNDAY SERIES
ITV’s first-ever race meeting broadcast live from Chelmsford City Racecourse comes with a whopping £225,000 prize money and many other incentives. Keep an eye out for this upcoming race programme which will be hotly contested.
QUEEN CHARLOTTE STAKES
Our most prestigious race which has previously been won by Classic and Group 1 winners is back with £100,000 in prize money Open to fillies and mares four-years-old and above, this seven furlong contest is definitely a race to prepare for
CHELMSFORD CITY CUP
Increased in distance from 7 furlongs to 1 mile 2 furlongs, our premier Handicap will return with a minimum prize fund of £45,000 for threeyear-olds rated 0-105 This exciting day which celebrates our community will hopefully showcase some of the best middle distance Handicappers form around the UK.
BHA MIN VALUES CHELMSFORD VALUES
£25,000
£15,000
£8,100 £5,350 £4,350
£25,000 - £100,000
£15,000 - £25,000 £11,000 £9,000 £7,000
Fourth Race 7.00
THE EACH WAY EXTRA AT bet365 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
for three 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
THE OUTLAW was heavily backed on his handicap debut over 7f at Southwell last week but showed signs of greenness when overhauled by a progressive filly inside the final furlong. However, the son of New Bay was clear of the rest on that occasion and looks worth persevering with, given tonight’s additional furlong could draw further improvement. Khutulun, a 7f winner here on her penultimate start, looks the chief danger, although Majestic Heights is notable with cheekpieces added.
THE OUTLAW Khutulun
Leading course trainer (20-25): M Botti (27 wins from 163 runners, 17%) runs SPECIFIED Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R Hannon (2 wins from 14 runners, 14%) runs AFRICA CHARM, MAJESTIC HEIGHTS & PERFECT RUBY
Longest Traveller: CALEDONIAN DREAM trained by A Brown, Malton, 216 miles.
1 MADE THE CUT (FR) (19) 3400-
Br B f Wooded (IRE) - Amaze Me
(14)
George Buckell (3) J
O Sangster Babington Westwood George Boughey, Newmarket T
B Mr David Curran
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. 11/2 and tongue strap on for 1st time, ran poorly when last of 7 in nursery atWolverhampton(9.5f)19daysago.Remainsearlydaysbutshedoesneedtoleavethatwellbehind. TFRHHHII BHA62
2 SOPELANA (GB) (153) 60600-
(8)
Br B f Expert Eye - Cranberry Darragh Keenan J
O The Black Dragon George Scott, Newmarket T
B New England Stud & Mount Coote Stud Fitzdares Club S
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced filly 22/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, ninth of 11 in nursery at Thirsk (7f, good to firm) inAugust,weakeningfinal1f.Offthetracksincesothebettingcanproveausefulguideastoexpectations. TFRHHHII BHA62
3 THE OUTLAW (IRE) (6) 000-2 BF 9-8 (13)
Br B c New Bay - Refusetolisten (IRE) Hector Crouch J
O Mr M Blencowe & Valmont Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T
B Luas Bloodstock Moretons Investments Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWNewBaycoltwhowasverystronginthebettingandhelefthisexploitsasajuvenilewellbehindwhensecondof10onhandicapdebutatSouthwell (7.1f)6daysago,edgedoutonlybyathriving,battle-hardenedsort.Verymuchofinterestfortopyardnowsteppingupto1m. TFRHHHHH BHA61(+3)
4 KHUTULUN (GB) (76) 50012- C
Br Gr f Mohaather - Jufoon
9-8 (11)
Daniel Muscutt J
O Mr T A Rahman & Mr R Gray James Ferguson, Newmarket T
B The Jufoon Partnership James Ferguson Racing S TIMEFORM VIEW Mohaather filly who made a successful handicap debut in first-time cheekpieces over 7f here in September and backed that up when runner-upatWolverhampton(7.2f)amonthlater Completelyunexposedat1mandsheneedsfactoringinbackfrom76daysoff. TFRHHHHI BHA61
5 RUMSEG (GB) (30) 065- 9-8 (1)
Br B c Oasis Dream - Romsey Lewis Edmunds J
O Martin Hughes & Michael Kerr-Dineen
Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley T
B The Lavington Stud Old Oak Holdings Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWThrice-racedmaiden.40/1,fifthof8innoviceatSouthwell(7.1f)30daysago.Switchtohandicaps inhisfavournowhavingfirstcrackat1mandworthnotingifthemarketspeaksinhisfavour TFRHHHII BHA61
6 MONTBELIARDE (GB) (20) 620204- 9-8 (7)
Br B g Oasis Dream - Miss Marina Bay Fred Daly (7) J
O The Five & Partner George Boughey, Newmarket T
B Mr Ronald Watts George Boughey Racing Ltd, Sbk S
TIMEFORMVIEWFairformathisbestbutbelowbestoneachofhislast2starts,fourthof5innurseryatWolverhampton (8.6f)20daysago.Cheekpiecesreachedfornow TFRHHHII BHA61
7 TINY REBEL (GB) (26) 506- 9-7 (3)
Br B g Oasis Dream - Wotadoll Kieran O’Neill J
O RC Syndicate X
Paul Attwater, Upper Lambourn T
B David C. Mead racingclub.com S
TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. 150/1, sixth of 9 in novice at Southwell (8.1f) 26 days ago, merely passing beatenrivals.Blinkersfittedforhandicapdebutandhisopeningmarkdemandsprogress. TFRHHIII BHA60
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
8 SPECIFIED (IRE) (14) 002656- 9-7 (4)
Br B f Arizona (IRE) - Specific (IRE)
O Keep Kicking Racing & Partner
Benoit de la Sayette J
Marco Botti, Newmarket T
B James P. Linnane MRCVS Marco Botti Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-racedmaidenwhoagainwasn’tseentobesteffectwhensixthof11innurseryatWolverhampton(7.2f,12/1)14daysago, encounteringtrouble-in-runningandfinishingwithrunningleft.Hasabiggereffortinherlockerfromthissortofmark. TFRHHHHI BHA60
9 MAJESTIC HEIGHTS (IRE) (20) 005515- 9-4 (9)
Br B c Coulsty (IRE) - Majestic Desert
O Richard Hannon Racing Syndicate
B Rathasker Stud
Tyrese Cameron (7) J
Richard Hannon, Marlborough T
TIMEFORMVIEWWinneratBrightoninOctober Creditablefifthof12innurseryatSouthwell(8.1f,25/1)20daysago, onepacedfinal100yds.Cheekpieceson1sttime.Thisdemandsalittlemore. TFRHHHII BHA57
10 AFRICA CHARM (IRE) (20) 0066-
9-4 (6)
Br B f Shaman (IRE) - Cape Joza Joe Leavy (3) J
O Mr Martin Hughes Richard Hannon, Marlborough T
B Bridgetown Stud Old Oak Holdings Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Creditable sixth of 12 on nursery debut at Southwell (8.1f) 20 days ago, switched under2foutbeforeweakening.Eased2lbaheadofthisbutprogressrequirednevertheless. TFRHHHII BHA57
11 KINGS SQUARE (IRE) (20) 0500-
Br B g Ribchester (IRE) - Scarlet Pimpernel
O D. J. Jeffreys
8-12 (10)
Sean Dylan Bowen J
D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green T
B Pat Beirne Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced gelding. 11/1, never better than midfield when eighth of 12 on nursery debut atSouthwell(8.1f)20daysago.Makespolytrackdebut.Cheekpieceson1sttime. TFRHHHII BHA51
12 CALEDONIAN DREAM (IRE) (34) 430000- 8-10 (12)
Br B c Without Parole - Oasis Joy Kaiya Fraser (3) J
O Tekhi Subsea Limited Alan Brown, Malton T
B Ringfort Stud Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWSeventhof11innurseryatNewcastle(8f,25/1)34daysago,weakeningfinal1f.Othersboastmuch morecompellingclaims. TFRHHIII BHA49
13 PERFECT RUBY (IRE) (34) 000055- 8-7 (2)
Br B f Dandy Man (IRE) - Quiteacatch
Josephine Gordon J
O Mr Ian Wight, Mr Tony Lyons and Ptnr Richard Hannon, Marlborough T
B Crussa Bloodstock Limited Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dandy Man filly who ran one of her better races when fifth of 11 in nursery at Newcastle (8f) 34 days ago. Cheekpieceson1sttimeandmorerequiredifshe’stoplayaprominentrole.Oneof3runnersfromtheRichardHannonstable. TFRHHHII BHA45
14 LOGICAL LADY (IRE) (20) 00065- 8-7 (5)
Br Ch f Kessaar (IRE) - Victoria Lodge (IRE)
Joey Haynes J
O Making Headway Racing & partner Ivan Furtado, Wiseton T
B Tally-Ho Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWBigpricesandofferedlittleall5startstodate.
DECLARED RUNNERS 14
TFRHIIII BHA38
2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Blinkers worn first time by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 6, 9, 11, 13 Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 4. Stewards Note:
SPECIFIED: Following its run on 26/12/2024 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run late-on. Probable S.P’s: 11-4 The Outlaw (IRE), 11-2 Khutulun (GB), 8-1 Specified (IRE), 14-1 Made The Cut (FR), Majestic Heights (IRE), 16-1 Sopelana (GB), Rumseg (GB), Africa Charm (IRE), Perfect Ruby (IRE), 22-1 Montbeliarde (GB), Kings Square (IRE), 28-1 Tiny Rebel (GB), 50-1 Caledonian Dream (IRE), 66-1 Logical Lady (IRE)
THE OUTLAW readily surpassed his efforts as a juvenile when runner-up on handicap debut at Southwell 6 days ago, edged out only late on by a thriving, battle-hardened rival. He’s one to be interested in turned out quickly and earns the vote ahead of Specified who has shaped better than recent form figures would suggest. Khutulun, who was in good form when last seen, is another in the mix. Rumseg also commands a market check on his handicap debut.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION:
1st 3rd 2nd 4th
CO MMUNIT Y
Since opening our doors we have focused on building solid community relationships, through events, fundraising, and volunteering for Racing Together’s Community Day. Our engagement includes working with local schools, children, vulnerable groups and the Armed forces, offering opportunities for people to experience racing.
Partnering with Racing to School, we’ve hosted educational days for over 180 children, and our family fun days have created lasting memories. These events have enabled the racecourse to support charities, donating over £33,000 to beneficiaries Help for Heroes, Havens Hospices and Essex & Herts Air Ambulance.
In our fourth year of hosting inclusive initiatives like Autism in Racing we’ve created experiences for vulnerable families, and in 2024 we held our second Remembrance raceday as part of our commitment to the Armed Forces. Since August 2023 we have proudly raised over £12,000 for the Armed Forces donating to the Royal British Legion and local charity Blesma.
Our community initiatives have been proudly recognised nationally, as finalists in the RCA Showcase Awards for Diversity & Inclusion and Racing Together Community categories in 2023 and 2024
10 Years of Community £70,000 RAISED SINCE 2019 200 CHARITIES SUPPORTED 75,000 COMPLIMENTARY TICKETS COMMUNITY EVENTS IN 2025
Our Plans for 2025
A big part of this year’s 10th anniversary celebrations will be community initiatives including supporting 10 charities, with a goal of raising £10,000 for each deserving cause, taking part in 10 off-site volunteering days, hosting 10-non-raceday events and deliver 10 sustainability initiatives.
We will continue our success and fulfill our ambitions with a ‘think outside of the box’ approach stretching our imagination to come up with new and unique ways to turn our ambitions into reality.
To mark Chelmsford City Racecourse’s 10 year anniversary with a target driven approach to supporting 10 charities and 10 sustainability initiatives throughout 2025 Mission
Activity
• Raise £100,000 for charitable partners (£10,000 x 10)
• Give away 10,000 tickets
• Complete 10 volunteer days off-site
• Host 10 non-raceday events at the racecourse that engage charities and community groups with racing
• Deliver on 10 sustainability initiatives
Charity Partners for 2025
From across a diverse sector our chosen charities are a mix of equine charities and support for local charities that will have an impact on most people or someone we know during our lives.
We will be welcoming these charities to join us in a partnership towards a common goal of fundraising for such worthy causes throughout 2025. Today, as Chelmsford City Racecourse, the venue continues to honour its legacy as a community cornerstone, blending its historic roots with modern outreach and engagement.
JANUARY/FEBRUARY
IJF – Injured Jockeys Fund The Mayors Charity
UK RoR – Retraining of Racehorses
Dementia
Riding for the Disabled Sanctus Homeless Charity
Racing to School BLESMA – Limbless Veteran’s Charity
The Helen Rollason CharityPresidents Sporting Club
Fifth Race 7.30
THE BEST ODDS GUARANTEED AT bet365 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
for four 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)
CITY SELECTIONS
Running off 10lb below his last winning mark, TRIGGERED has a major chance of getting back on the right path here A C&D winner off the same rating in May 2023, the Mark Loughnanetrained gelding returned from a break with a respectable fourth a Kempton last month and he can build on that here. Fellow track-and-trip winner Adace is consistent enough to rate a serious threat, while course specialist Rising Force is feared cutting back in trip.
TRIGGERED Adace
Leading course trainer (20-25): M Bell (32 wins from 168 runners, 19%) runs MAMMY Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D M Loughnane (3 wins from 21 runners, 14%) runs TRIGGERED Weightwatcher: TRIGGERED won off a handicap mark of 72, his rating is now down 10lb to 62. Longest Traveller: TRIGGERED trained by D M Loughnane, Kidderminster, 162 miles.
1 ONCE ADAAY (GB) (166) 003300-
Br B g Adaay (IRE) - Sonko (IRE) Benoit de la Sayette J
O James Barnard and Partners Mrs Ilka Gansera-Leveque, Newmarket T
B J. A. Khan Bonekare S
TIMEFORMVIEWBelowformonturfwhenlastseeninJulybutnotched3winsherelastwinter,includingtwiceoverthistrip. Onagoodmarkiffullyprimedafter166daysoff.
2 TRIGGERED (IRE) (22) 560004- CD
9-9 (5)
Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Triggers Broom (IRE) Hector Crouch J
O L Bellman & S & A Mares
B Mr N. Bradley
Mark Loughnane, Kidderminster T
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Twelve runs since last win in 2023 8/1, fared better than of late when fourth of 13 inhandicapatKempton(7f)22daysago.Wellhandicappedifabletobuildonthat. TFRHHHHH BHA62
3 ZALTALLA (FR) (22) 000306- 4 9-8 (2)
Br B g Zelzal (FR) - Litianinne (FR)
O Dare to dream & Martyn cruse
B K. Morice & Plasman-Pvp Racing
William Carson J
Michael Attwater, Epsom T
TIMEFORM VIEW Temperamental sort. 125/1, first run since leaving James Ferguson when creditable sixth of 13 inhandicapatKempton(7f)22daysago. TFRHHIII BHA61
4 MAMMY (GB) (110) 324404- 4 9-8 (4)
Br Ch f Bated Breath - Ascended (IRE) Joe Leavy (3) J
O M Morris & K Breen
B Michelle Morris
Michael Bell, Newmarket T
Michael Bell Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden. Respectable fourth of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7f, 22/1) in September Offsince. TFRHHHII BHA61
5 ADACE (GB) (19) 252120- CD 7 9-7 (6)
Br B m Adaay (IRE) - Marjong Kieran O’Neill J
O Radlett Racing Dean Ivory, Radlett T
B Mr John Marsden Dean Ivory Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWC&Dwinner LatestwinatKemptoninOctober Seventhof11inhandicap(14/1)atWolverhampton (8.6f)19daysago. TFRHHIII BHA60
6 RISING FORCE (IRE) (13) 003124- CD 4 9-0 (3)
Br Ch g Mehmas (IRE) - La Seine (USA)
Sean Dylan Bowen J
O Mr Robert Eddery Robert Eddery, Newmarket T
B Abbas Akbar Al Muila Muila Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEWC&Dwinner.Successfulover1mherelastmonth.Wentclosebackhere(1m)againafortnightlaterandshapedasifstillingood form(caughttoofarback)whenfourthof9atWolverhamptonoverChristmas.Shouldfigureprominentlyagain. TFRHHHHI BHA53
DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2024: THE GAY BLADE 5 9 8 Andrew Mullen 6-5 (Iain Jardine) 7 ran Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Rising Force (IRE), 7-2 Triggered (IRE), 11-2 Once Adaay (GB), Adace (GB), 7-1 Mammy (GB), 15-2 Zaltalla (FR)
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
TRIGGERED gave an indication that he may be ready to strike from a falling mark when fourth at Kempton last time and is preferred to the thriving Rising Force. Once Adaay is also more than capable at Class 6 level on AW if ready to roll on his first start since July.
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Sixth Race 8.00
THE DOWNLOAD THE bet365 APP CLASSIFIED STAKES (CLASS 6)
for four 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)
CITY SELECTIONS
Having finished a respectable sixth over a trip (7f) short of her best at Southwell five days ago, PLATINUM JUBILEE makes plenty of appeal reverting to a mile. The introduction of blinkers could also spark some improvement and a second career victory may beckon for the five-year-old. The biggest threat may emerge from the Hughie Morrison-trained Poles Apart, who should find this easier than his latest fifth in handicap company at Kempton, while Liege is also noted.
PLATINUM JUBILEE
Poles Apart
Leading course trainer (20-25): S C Williams (53 wins from 419 runners, 13%) runs ADVINDI Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Carroll (9 wins from 35 runners, 26%) runs HEADSHOT Longest Traveller: ISHANI trained by T Vaughan, Cowbridge, 227 miles.
1 ADVINDI (GB) (5) 0/0060-0
Br B f Advertise - Indignant
(7) J
O Mr J W Parry, Mr Robert Levitt & Partner Stuart Williams, Newmarket T
B Theakston Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden. Tongue strap on first time, seventh of 12 in
(25/1) at
(7f) 5daysago,unabletosustaineffort.Needsabitmore.
2 DASH POWER (GB) (5) 30005-0
(4)
Br B g Twilight Son - Glitter Girl Brandon Wilkie (3) J
O Mr Adrian Walton Lawrence Mullaney, Newark T
B Cheveley Park Stud Limited Arena Graphics S
TIMEFORMVIEWRemainsamaidenafter19Flatruns.Seventhof10inclassifiedevent(11/1)atWolverhampton(9.5f) 5daysago. TFRHHIII BHA43
3 FLORIDIAN (GB) (21) 3/50000- 4 9-9 (5)
Br B f Postponed (IRE) - Port Charlotte Kaiya Fraser (3) J
O Silent Partners Dr Jon Scargill, Newmarket T
B Lord Margadale
TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to make an impact in low-grade handicaps last year, including over C&D 21 days ago. Othersaremoreobvious. TFRHHIII BHA48
4 HEADSHOT (GB) (132) 516354- D
Br B g Awtaad (IRE) - Kesara
7 9-9 (1)
Molly Gunn (7) J
O Mr A. W. Carroll Tony Carroll, Cropthorne T
B Miss K. Rausing Mill House Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a Southwell classified event last March. Below par on turf when last seen in the summer but nosurprisetoseehimrevivebackonAW. TFRHHHII BHA46
5 ISHANI (GB) (185) 000000- 6 9-9 (9)
Br B m Ardad (IRE) - Ishiamber Sean Kirrane J
O Mrs P. Scott-Dunn
Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge T
B Patricia Ann Scott-Dunn DragonBet S
TIMEFORMVIEWFirstrunsinceleavingMitchellHuntwhentwelfthof13inclassifiedeventatWolverhampton(6f)when lastseeninJuly Significantlybackupintriponreturnfrombreak. TFRHHIII BHA43
6 LIEGE (IRE) (61) 033650-
4 9-9 (7)
Br B g Kingman - Queen Philippa (USA) Finley Marsh J
O P C F Racing Ltd
B Newsells Park Stud
Simon Hodgson, Hook T
TIMEFORM VIEW Still a maiden. 14/1, eighth of 11 in handicap at this course (7f) 61 days ago. Hood back on. Canmakepresencefeltifbacktohisbest. TFRHHHII BHA49
7 MARINAKIS (IRE) (82) 000/000- 5 9-9 (6)
Br B g Ulysses (IRE) - Giennah (IRE) Cieren Fallon J
O Ian Williams Racing Club Ian Williams, Alvechurch T
B Clearwater Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Seventh of 8 in handicap (33/1) at Wolverhampton (5f) 82 days ago, merely closing up late. Significantlyupintrip. TFRHHIII BHA45
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
8 PLATINUM JUBILEE (IRE) (5) 00005-6 C 5 9-9 (8)
Br B m Oasis Dream - Marisol (IRE) Tom Queally J
O T. Egan, W.P.Flynn, D. Donovan Des Donovan, Exning T
B Rathbarry Stud & D Major
TIMEFORMVIEWCoursewinnerover11/4m.Elevenrunssincelastwinin2024 17/2,sixthof12inclassifiedeventatSouthwell (7f)5daysago.Thestepbackupintripshouldsuit.Contenderifreactingwelltofirst-timeblinkers. TFRHHHHH BHA50(-1)
9 POLES APART (GB) (71) 403505- 4 9-9 (2)
Br B g Awtaad (IRE) - Celestial Girl Lewis Edmunds J
O Platinum Partners Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley T
B Meon Valley Stud Bridgend Hotel S
TIMEFORMVIEWModestformbutlatest7fKemptonfifthwascreditableandthereturnto1mshouldsuit.Considered. TFRHHHHI BHA47
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Blinkers worn first time by No. 8. Hood worn by No. 6. Blinkers worn by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 8.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Platinum Jubilee (IRE), 5-1 Poles Apart (GB), 11-2 Liege (IRE), 15-2 Headshot (GB), 10-1 Advindi (GB), 11-1 Floridian (GB), 12-1 Dash Power (GB), 16-1 Marinakis (IRE), 40-1 Ishani (GB) PLAY SMARTER
Former course scorer PLATINUM JUBILEE gets the nod in the hope that she reacts well to first-time blinkers. Poles Apart has it in him to run a big race at this level and is second choice ahead of Headshot, who won a similar race last March but has peak fitness to prove back from a break. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.PLATINUM
Saturday 11th January 2025
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Seventh Race 8.30
THE 6 HORSES CHALLENGE AT bet365 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £9000 Owners Prize Money 1st £3716, 2nd £1859, 3rd £929, 4th £464, 5th £232 (Penalty Value £4710.60) Weights lowered 4lbs.
CITY SELECTIONS
Solanna relished the step up in distance when landing the spoils over 1m3f at Kempton 22 days ago and he must enter calculations in his current mood. However, a return to 1m2f and a 5lb higher mark may leave John Butler’s charge vulnerable and AUGUSTE LUMIERE edges the vote. The four-year-old is only 2lb higher than his neck second stable debut over this C&D last month and, with the third subsequently winning, he may be ahead of the handicapper Boasty is also of interest in a reapplied visor
AUGUSTE LUMIERE Solanna
Leading course trainer (20-25): R Hannon (21 wins from 225 runners, 9%) runs FIHRAYN
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R Hannon (2 wins from 14 runners, 14%) runs FIHRAYN
Weightwatcher: BOHEMIAN BREEZE won off a handicap mark of 75, his rating is now down 9lb to 66. Longest Traveller: BOASTY trained by I Furtado, Wiseton, 155 miles.
1 BOASTY (IRE) (21) 233040- CD
Br B g Sir Prancealot (IRE) - Caffe Latte (IRE)
Joey Haynes J
O Daniel MacAuliffe & Anoj Don Ivan Furtado, Wiseton T
B Tally-Ho Stud Class1Personnel S
TIMEFORM VIEW 3-time C&D winner. Tenth of 11 in handicap at Southwell (11.1f, 20/1) 21 days ago. Visor back on. Cangiveagoodaccountwithoutposingseriousthreattoprincipals.
2 PHONE TAG (GB) (12) 026632- 4 9-7 (2)
Br B g Havana Grey - Voicemail
O Total Asbestos Solutions & Trisha Keane
Sean Dylan Bowen J
Kevin Frost, Newark T
B Glebe Farm Stud Kevin Frost Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Aided by first-time hood when good second of 8 in handicap at Newcastle (10.2f) 12 days ago. Just1lbhighernowandwarrantsrespect. TFRHHHII BHA68
3 AUGUSTE LUMIERE (IRE) (28) 03/0002- 4 9-7 (1)
Br B g Dawn Approach (IRE) - Luminaria (IRE)
O Miss C. Malpas
Raul Da Silva J
Clare Hobson, Royston T
B J. S. Bolger Clare Hobson Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Ran right up to best, on debut for new yard, when close second of 9 in handicap over C&D 28daysago.Remainsfairlytreatedandmustentercalculations. TFRHHHHH BHA68
4 BOHEMIAN BREEZE (IRE) (36) 236036- D 5 9-6 (6)
Br Gr g Galileo (IRE) - Wind Chimes Tom Queally J
O Mr Ian Beach
Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham T
B Coolmore KM Elite Products Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dropped down the weights and posted creditable third at Lingfield (12f, AW) in November BadlyhamperedwhensixthatKempton(11f)sinceandwarrantsrespecthere
5 SOLANNA (GB) (22) 230531- D
Br Ch g Helmet (AUS) - Night Lily (IRE)
O Mr K. Snell
B Mr K. Snell
TFRHHHII BHA66
9-5 (5)
Kaiya Fraser (3) J
John Butler, Newmarket T
TIMEFORM VIEW Built on good third over C&D in November when taking 13-runner handicap at Kempton (11f) 22daysago.5lbhighernowandlookssuretogowellagain.
6 FIHRAYN (IRE) (18) 246046-
Br B g Waldgeist - Lady Livius (IRE)
TFRHHHHI BHA65
4 9-4 (4)
Tyrese Cameron (7) J
O Richard Hannon Racing Syndicate Richard Hannon, Marlborough T
B Ballylinch Stud
TIMEFORMVIEW5/1,bitbelowformsixthof10inhandicapatLingfield(8f,AW)18daysago,merelyclosinguplate. Backupintrip.Stilllookingforfirstsuccess.
TFRHHIII BHA65
DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2024: CALCUTTA DREAM (IRE) 6 9 9 Billy Garritty 5-2 (Michael & David Easterby) 9 ran Hood worn by No. 2. Visor worn by No. 1.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Solanna (GB), 7-2 Auguste Lumiere (IRE), Bohemian Breeze (IRE), 5-1 Phone Tag (GB), 10-1 Fihrayn (IRE), 20-1 Boasty (IRE)
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
AUGUSTE LUMIERE ran a cracker on his debut for new connections here last month and still looks on a workable mark. He can land the finale. Kempton-winner Solanna rates the chief threat.
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First Race 5.30 - THE BET BOOST AT bet365 “HANDS AND HEELS” APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (All-weather Hands and Heels Series, part of Racing Excellence) 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-52 (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. January 7th. Lowest weight 9st 3lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after December 28th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb To be ridden by Apprentice Jockeys or Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 who, prior to November 16th, 2024, have not ridden more than 10 winners under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to January 6th, 2025, have not ridden more than 5 winners in races under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 3 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 RIDERS ARE TO CARRY WHIPS BUT WILL NOT BE PERMITTED TO USE THEM IN THIS RACE. SPECIAL CONDITIONS APPLY TO THIS RACE. DETAILS MAY BE FOUND IN THE NOTICE PREVIOUSLY PUBLISHED IN THE RACING CALENDAR, UNDER THE HEADING ‘RACING EXCELLENCE ALL-WEATHER HANDS AND HEELS APPRENTICE SERIES’ AND ON THE BHA’s RACING ADMINISTRATION INTERNET SITE, www2.racingadmin.co.uk, by selecting Race Series from the Fixtures & Races menu. All Riders are required to attend a mandatory course walk with the Jockey Coach and/or a Senior Jockey 90 minutes prior to the race, or as otherwise permitted under the terms of the Special Conditions. 15 entries, 2 at £6 and 13 at £30. - Closed January 3rd, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) A SS SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 6.00 - THE 10 YEARS AT CHELMSFORD CITY RACECOURSE RESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) (for horses in Bands C and D) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4187 to the winning horse The second to receive £1964, the third £981, the fourth £491 and the fifth £244. for maiden three, four and five yrs old only, which are in Bands C and D. Enter by noon, January 3rd and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 7th. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st; fillies 8st 9lb 4-y-o and 5-y-o colts and geldings 10st 2lb; fillies 9st 11lb Allowances: Band D from Band C 2lb (Allowances are cumulative). 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 13 entries at £40. - Closed January 3rd, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) SS SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 6.30 - THE IT’S NEVER ORDINARY AT bet365 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-55 (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. January 7th. Lowest weight: 5-y-o and up 9st; 4-y-o 8st 11lb Highest weight: 5-y-o and up 9st 9lb; 4-y-o 9st 6lb Penalties, after December 28th, 2024, for each race won 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 14 entries, 1 at £6 and 13 at £30. - Closed January 3rd, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) SS SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 7.00 - THE EACH WAY EXTRA AT bet365 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 only, 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. January 7th. Lowest weight 8st 7lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after December 28th, 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 22 entries, 1 at £6 and 21 at £30. - Closed January 3rd, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) SS SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 7.30 - THE BEST ODDS GUARANTEED AT bet365 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 four 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. January 7th. Lowest weight 8st 7lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after December 28th, 2024, for each race won 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 13 entries, 1 at £6 and 12 at £30. - Closed January 3rd, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) SS
SEE PAGE 44 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 8.00 - THE DOWNLOAD THE bet365 APP CLASSIFIED 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-50. Enter by noon, January 3rd and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 7th. Weights: 9st 9lb each Penalties, after December 28th, 2024, for each race won 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. Chelmsford City Racecourse will award £50 cash to the person responsible for the horse judged to be best turned out in this race 15 entries at £30. - Closed January 3rd, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) SS
SEE PAGE 50 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 8.30 - THE 6 HORSES CHALLENGE AT bet365 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4710 to the winning horse The second to receive £2210, the third £1104, the fourth £552 and the fifth £275. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 49-68 (also open to such horses rated 48 and below). £40 stake if the horse is rated 49 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 48 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 7th. Lowest weight: 5-y-o and up 8st 7lb; 4-y-o 8st 6lb Highest weight: 5-y-o and up 9st 12lb; 4-y-o 9st 11lb Penalties, after December 28th, 2024, for each race won 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 12 entries at £40. - Closed January 3rd, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3716; Second £1859; Third £929; Fourth £464; Fifth £232. (Penalty Value £4710.60) Weights lowered 4lbs. SS SEE PAGE 56 FOR THIS RACE.
