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Saturday 3 June 2023

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Welcome to Epsom Downs Racecourse

A very warm welcome to Epsom Downs for Betfred Derby Day, featuring the 244th running of the world’s greatest Flat race and one of the marquee days in our sport.

We would like to extend our thanks to Betfred for their sponsorship over the two days of the Derby Festival, headlined by the Betfred Derby this afternoon. We also thank Aston Martin, the Japan Racing Association (JRA) and the Rio Ferdinand Foundation for their support across this afternoon’s card.

The Betfred Derby is the jewel in the crown of Flat racing, and the unique undulations of the Downs remain the supreme challenge for three-year-old thoroughbreds.

With an illustrious roll of honour, including 2001 winner Galileo, who went on to sire a further five winners of the race from 2008 to 2019, the list of winners, both equine and human, is second to none.

No Derby Day would be complete without a tribute to all-time winning most jockey Lester Piggott who won the race nine times throughout his career, having lined up at the start no less than 36 times.

Following his passing in 2022, we are delighted to have permanently renamed a race in his honour, which will be run at 3.55pm. Before racing we would love you to join us to remember one of the greatest jockeys of the modern era with a minute’s applause at 12.20pm.

This will be preceded by a wreath in the colours of Nijinsky being laid at Lester’s statue on the Queen Elizabeth II Stand lawn, by Frankie Dettori ahead of what will be his final ride in The Derby.

We must take this opportunity to join racing fans and participants around the world in thanking Frankie for all that he has done for our sport. We know that this racecourse and this day holds a special place in his heart, and he will always have a unique place in Epsom’s long and storied history. Finally, you may well have read in the build-up to this year’s event about plans for potential disruption. We have as stringent and detailed a security operation as there has ever been in the 243 years of The Derby, but should disruption occur I would ask you to listen and look out for updates via screens around the course and please be patient as security and police teams deal with any incidents.

As we embark on this day, on behalf of the Epsom Downs Committee I would like to extend our gratitude to all who have made it possible I wish all the runners and their connections the very best of luck and hope you have a memorable Derby Day.

Brian Finch Chair, Epsom Downs Racecourse

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Welcome 1 Find Your Way 4-5 Today’s Top Tips 7 How to Read Your Racecard 9 In Memory of Lester Piggott 10 Betfred Derby Anniversaries in 2023 13 12.50 - The Betfred Diomed Stakes (Group 3) 15-17 The Betfred Derby - A History 18-19 The Betfred Derby - 2o Year Roll of Honour 22-23 The Road to The Betfred Derby 24 Big Race Facts - The Betfred Derby 25 1.30 - The Betfred Derby (Group 1) 27-33 2.10 - The Princess Elizabeth Stakes (Group 3) 37-39 Frankie Dettori Mural at Epsom Downs Racecourse 40 2.45 - The Aston Martin 3YO “Dash” Handicap Stakes 43-46 3.20 - The Aston Martin “Dash” Handicap Stakes (Heritage Handicap) 51-55 3.55 - The Betfred Lester Piggott Handicap Stakes 59-62 4.30 - The Rio Ferdinand Foundation Northern Dancer Handicap Stakes 65-67 5.05 - The JRA Tokyo Trophy Handicap Stakes 73-76 Today’s Oﬃcials 79 Race Conditions 80

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RACE ONE

After a huge improvement to finish third in the Gordon Richards Stakes at Newmarket, Highland Avenue is of obvious interest but the form of Charlie Appleby’s runners puts a spanner in the works. KOLSAI looks a much more reliable option after two second efforts this season, and only finished half a length behind Canberra Legend in the Feilden Stakes at Newmarket The highly experienced Escobar rounds off the shortlist

RACE TWO

With the fourth Classic on the horizon, the Aidan O’Brien-trained Auguste Rodin heads the betting since bombing out in the 2000 Guineas. Military Order bids for his fourth success in a row since landing the Derby Trial at Lingﬁeld, while The Dante winner The Foxes must also enter calculations. However, the vote goes to the third-placed PASSENGER who was very unlucky not to win at York, not getting a clear passage, and can give Sir Michael Stoute back-to-back success in the race.

RACE THREE

Turned over Inspiral when landing the Falmouth Stakes, PROSPEROUS VOYAGE should take all the beating in this six-runner aﬀair. The mare Roman Mist scored at Listed level on heavy ground at Goodwood and the booking of Oisin Murphy catches the eye, while Sir Michael Stoute and Ryan Moore team up with Potapova who was highly disappointing in the same race when sent oﬀ favourite. She should bounce back.

RACE FOUR

A competitive handicap where it might be worth taking a chance on the Andrew Baldingtrained ESTATE. Subsequently raised 5lb for his recent Salisbury victory, he can go in again oﬀ bottom weight. Jm Jungle remains of interest after his half a length second last time out and is feared most, with Can To Can, Grace Angel and Zuﬀolo all winning on their previous start and can’t be overlooked either.

RACE FIVE

Possibly the hardest race to analyse today, course and distance winners Recon Mission, Mokaatil and Lihou can make their voices heard again in a tricky ﬁeld. Live In The Moment was only denied by a short head last time out and is feared most but the vote goes to CLARENDON HOUSE from the Robert Cowell stable.Well supported and losing a shoe in a decent handicap atYork, he can make amends here. AlligatorAlley could also be worth noting in the ﬁirt time visor and rounds out the shortlist.

RACE SIX

Lucky to gain success last time out, the John Gosden-trained Maasai Mara will do well to follow up on his Ascot success and stablemate Torito looks the better option. Sir Michael Stoute often loves getting his horses a fair opening mark and FOX JOURNEY and makes plenty of appeal again, going up 9lb for his decisive win at Newmarket. Promoter and Perfect Play could also feature in the ﬁnish.

RACE SEVEN

Course and distance winner Scampi landed a valuable handicap at York last time out and remains of high interest going up 6lb, but the eye is drawn to the Ryan Moore on CAIUS CHORISTER. Narrowly denied from maintaining her unbeaten record at Epsom, she will appreciate the step back up in trip. Kempton winner Max Mayhem won on debut for his new yard and must be feared, along with Sea King in the ﬁrst time cheekpieces.

RACE EIGHT

Last year’s winner of the race MR WAYGU lines up again in a strong field of 14 and is taken to repeat history, continuing to slide down the handicap. Probe arrives in terrific form and could prove the biggest danger after winning two from his last three starts.Apollo One followed him home at Newmarket to finish third and now on level terms, the pair can finish a lot closer ManyA Star makes his belated debut and also adds his name to the shortlist in the finale.

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Horse’s number on saddlecloth

Sire

Horse’s Name

No of days since last race

2 DESERT CROWN (GB) (23) 3 9-12 (3)

B c Nathaniel (IRE) - Desert Berry)

Owner Mr Saeed Suhail

Trainer Sir Michael Stoute, Newmarket Breeder Strawberry Fields Stud

Form 1-1 BF

ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW chevron, YELLOW cap, ROYAL BLUE spots. Successful at 1m and 1m 2f on good and soft ground. Won when 7-2jt-fav in the Group 2 Dante Stakes at York over 1m 2f (good) last month, beating Royal Patronage by 3 1/2l. An impressive winner on that occasion and has reportedly thrived since. Strong contender

Official BHA Rating 117 Richard Kingscote

Owner(s)

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Breeder Trainer Form Comment

Owner(s)

Jockey’s Name. 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

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

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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In Memory of Lester Piggott

end of the season. The wreath-laying will be followed by a minute’s applause in the great jockey’s memory.

Additionally the £75,000 10-furlong handicap at 3.55pm has been permanently renamed the Lester Piggott Handicap Stakes. Betfred sponsors the contest this afternoon.

Frankie Dettori said: “It is an honour to be asked to lay a wreath at Lester’s statue on Derby Day. He was a hero of mine who then became a good friend and it’s impossible to measure the impact he had on me both as a person and a jockey throughout my life.

Frankie Dettori has said he is “honoured” to be asked to lay a wreath at the statue of his hero Lester Piggott today at 12.20pm.

Piggott, who died aged 86 on May 29th last year, rode in The Derby 36 times between 1951 and 1994, winning on a record nine occasions aboard Never Say Die (1954), Crepello (1957), St Paddy (1960), Sir Ivor (1968), Nijinsky (1970), Roberto (1972), Empery (1976), The Minstrel (1977) and Teenoso (1983). Nicknamed ‘The Long Fellow’, Piggott also partnered six Oaks winners and recorded an unmatched nine victories in the Coronation Cup at Epsom Downs.

In every year going forward, a floral wreath in the colours of Piggott’s 1970 Derby winner Nijinsky, the last horse to win the English Triple Crown, will be laid by a current member of the weighing room at the Lester Piggott statue on the Queen Elizabeth II Stand lawn.

In 2023 this will be Frankie Dettori, who will be riding in the Betfred Derby for the final time aboard Arrest ahead of his retirement at the

“I’m sure it will be a poignant and emotional moment for many reasons and I’m grateful to Epsom Downs for inviting me to lead this year’s tributes to Lester on my last Derby Day as a jockey.”

Brian Finch, Chair of Epsom Downs Racecourse, added: “For so many of us, Lester Piggott is synonymous with The Derby and Epsom Downs like no other jockey before or since.

“Lester sadly passed away just six days before The Derby in 2022 and we ran The Derby in his memory.

“For such a distinguished figure in the long history of The Derby and with his unprecedented achievements unlikely to be matched, we felt it was important to establish a permanent annual commemoration and celebration of Lester’s life on Derby Day.

“I would like to thank Frankie Dettori for agreeing to lay the wreath in Lester’s memory this year ahead of his final ride in The Betfred Derby and I hope the Betfred Lester Piggott Handicap will provide an exciting finish of which Lester would have been proud.”

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The World’s Greatest Flat Race

B E T F R E D DE RB Y AN N I V E R S AR I E S IN 20 23

10 years ago – 2013 – Ruler of the World

Ruler of the World handed a fourth Derby to trainer Aidan O’Brien and a second to jockey Ryan Moore. This was a second Derby winner for his sire Galileo, and a fifth for a horse owned by a Coolmore syndicate. Runner-up Libertarian, from Elaine Burke’s Yorkshire stables, achieved the best finishing position ever for a female trainer.

20 years ago – 2003 –

Kris Kin

Kris Kin was the first supplementary entry to win the Betfred Derby. The Sir Michael Stoute-trained colt had initially been entered in the Classic as a yearling, but was scratched at the start of his three-year-old campaign. Connections paid £90,000 to add the horse to the line-up at the five-day stage, after he won the Dee Stakes at Chester.

30

years ago

– 1993 – Commander In Chief

Michael Kinane rode the first of his three Derby winners on Commander in Chief. The colt was the third of four Derby winners for trainer Sir Henry Cecil, and the second of three for owner Khalid Abdullah.

40

years

ago – 1983 – Teenoso

In 1983, Teenoso became Lester Piggott’s ninth and final Derby winner.

Heavy rain fell throughout the day, which resulted in the going turning soft. The winning time of the horse was 2:49:07, the slowest time of the 20th Century.

50 years ago – 1973

– Morston

Breeder, owner, and trainer Arthur Budgett gained the second of his two Derby triumphs with Morston in 1973. His previous success had come in 1969, with Blakeney, Morston’s half-brother.

100

years

ago – 1923 – Papyrus

Papyrus gave Steve Donoghue a unique jockeys’ hat-trick in the Derby, after Humorist (1921) and Captain Cuttle (1922). Later in the year, the colt became the first Derby winner to race in the USA, where he was well beaten in a match with Zev in New York.

KRIS KIN RULER OF THE WORLD

F I R S T RA CE 12 . 5 0

The Betfred Diomed Stakes

(Group 3) (Class 1)

ONE MILE about 113 YARDS (8f abt 113yds) for three yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £100000

For conditions of this race see page 80

R A C E FA CT S

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): A Balding

(15 wins from 95 runners, 16%) runs IMPERIAL FIGHTER

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Varian (5 wins from 43 runners, 12%) runs KOLSAI

LONGEST TRAVELLER: MARIE’S DIAMOND trained by R Fell, Nawton, 266 miles.

LAST YEAR’S WINNER

E P S O M RA CE SU MM AR Y

Although HIGHLAND AVENUE hasn't scored since April 2021, he made a creditable return to action when finishing in third behind stablemate Adayar in the Gordon Richards Stakes at Newmarket last month. He lost second towards the finish on that occasion and can benefit from dropping back in trip. He holds a speculative entry for the Coral-Eclipse at Sandown in July and must be of significant interest, but the unexposed Kolsai boasts an appealing pedigree and is respected for powerful connections. Regal Reality finished one place behind the selection last time out and also warrants a market check.

WIN: HIGHLAND AVENUE

PRESENTATION

EACH-WAY: Kolsai

Betfred is kindly awarding £250 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race, as well as a trophy to the winning owner, trainer, jockey and groom.

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 6 (EXACTA)

Tongue Strap worn by No. 1.

Probable S.P.’s - EVENS Highland Avenue (IRE), 4-1 Kolsai (GB), 11-2 Regal Reality (GB), 10-1 Escobar (IRE), 20-1 Imperial Fighter (IRE), 22-1 Marie’s Diamond (IRE)

15 FIRST RACE

STALLS: INSIDE

Megallan

Ridden by Frankie Dettori Owned by A E Oppenheimer Trained by John & Thady Gosden | S/P 9-2 (6 ran)

FIRST RACE 12.50

1 ESCOBAR

(IRE) (21

) 9 9-8 (3)

B g Famous Name - Saying Grace (IRE) (Brief Truce (USA))

Owner Withernsea Thoroughbred Limited

Trainer David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Breeder Peter Evans

Form 3010-34

BLACK, YELLOW, GREEN & RED dartboard, WHITE sleeves, RED darts, RED cap.

Winner of seven races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to heavy. Finished 4l behind Angel Bleu when fourth of 6 at 12-1 on his latest outing at Haydock over 7f (good to soft) last month. Probably best watched with his most recent efforts in mind. Official BHA Rating 109

HIGHLAND AVENUE (IRE) (27) 5 9-8 (5)

Gr g Dubawi (IRE) - Lumiere (Shamardal (USA))

Owner Godolphin

Trainer Charlie Appleby, Newmarket

Breeder Godolphin

ROYAL BLUE.

Form 640/00-3 D

3

IMPERIAL FIGHTER (IRE) (29) 4 9-8 (4)

B g The Gurkha (IRE) - Endure (IRE) (Green Desert (USA))

Owner Mr Michael Blencowe

Trainer Andrew Balding, Kingsclere Breeder Lynn Lodge Stud

FLAME RED, OLD GOLD collar cuffs and cap.

Form 5/330-65

HBLB

The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £

in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from May to August 2023.

DAYS OF THE WEEK

The Derby has been run on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday, and usually takes place on the first Saturday in June. It was permanently switched from Wednesday to Saturday in 1995.

RECORD TIMES

DISTANCE TIME HORSE AGE WGT GOING DATE 5f (3YO+) (Hand-timed) 53.60 Indigenous 4 9-5 Firm June 2, 1960 5f (3YO+) (Electric-timed) 53.69 Stone Of Folca 4 8-12 Good/Firm June 2, 2012 6f (2YO) 1m 7.85 Showbrook 2 8-11 Good/Firm June 5, 1991 6f (3YO+) 1m 6.20 Watchable 9 8-11 Good/Firm June 1, 2019 7f (2YO) 1m 21.30 Red Peony 2 8-9 Good/Firm July 29, 2004 7f (3YO+) 1m 19.88 Safe Voyage 7 9-5 Good July 4, 2020 1m 114yds (2YO) 1m 42.80 Nightstalker 2 8-5 Good/Firm Aug 30, 1988 1m 114yds (3YO) 1m 40.46 Zaaki 4 9-6 Good/Firm June 1, 2019 1m 2f 18yds 2m 3.50 Crossbow 5 7-13 Good June 7, 1967 1m 4f 10yds 2m 31.33 Workforce 3 9-0 Good/Firm June 5, 2010

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FIRST RACE 17 1st 2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time

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T H E BE TF RE D DE RB YA HI ST OR Y

In 1776, ‘Gentleman’ Johnny Burgoyne, a soldier, playwright and politician who married into the Derby family and had passed on the lease of his Surrey mansion, the Oaks, to the 12th Earl of Derby, Edward Smith-Stanley, urged his friend to introduce a race for three-year-old fillies over a mile and a half to emulate old comrade in arms Anthony St Leger, founder of the St Leger at Doncaster.

Three years later, on May 14th 1779, the Downs above the spa town of Epsom hosted the initial Oaks and, appropriately, Lord Derby’s Bridget was victorious. At a celebratory party that evening, Burgoyne proposed, because the Oaks had been such a great success, a similar race should be founded for both colts and fillies.

Sir Charles Bunbury, a distinguished figure in the world of horseracing, was behind the concept of racing over a mile or a mile and a half. Legend has it that Bunbury and Derby discussed the possibility and all that was left to do was name the race. Apparently, it was the toss of a coin in the latter’s favour that secured the race title, which started a worldwide franchise and lives on as strongly as ever.

On May 4th 1780, the inaugural Derby Stakes was run for £1,065 15s. Despite losing the flip of the coin, Bunbury gained some compensation when Diomed carried his pink and white silks to success over a mile. The distance was changed to the present mile and a half in 1784.

Lord Derby had to wait until 1787 before he saw his colours triumph in the Classic, when the previously unraced Sir Peter Teazle scored under Sam Arnull. Sir Peter Teazle was retired to stud in October 1789 and developed into a great sire.

By the middle of the 19th Century, The Derby had established itself as the most important race of the year in Britain with many thousands flocking to Epsom Downs where there was also a huge fair.

The Classic used to be run on the first Wednesday in June, but since 1995 has taken place on the first Saturday of that month. The British Parliament did not sit on Derby Day for many years, such was the prestige of the premier Classic.

Copies of the race were spawned around the world and there are well over 400 different Derbys, some very illustrious like the Kentucky Derby and others less so.

After the American Civil War, the Kentucky thoroughbred industry experienced hard times and Colonel Meriwether Lewis Clark represented a group interested in reviving racing in the US state. He travelled to England and France in 1872 to study European horseracing. While in England, Colonel Clark saw the famous Derby at Epsom Downs and, when he returned to Louisville, he made plans to create a race like the one he had witnessed. The first Kentucky Derby was run at Churchill Downs in 1875. The fact that the Kentucky Derby takes place on dirt rather than turf and over a mile and a quarter rather than a mile and a half does not diminish the sense of flattery towards Epsom Downs. The name Derby was used in America and many other countries to denote the best race for three-year-olds.

Epsom Downs Racecourse in Surrey has been the stage for the premier British Classic, except during both World Wars (1915-1918, 1940-1945) when the course was used to house prisoners of war. A substitute race, the New Derby, was staged at Newmarket instead.

The Betfred Derby, a supreme challenge for three year olds over the unique undulating Epsom Downs track, remains the most prestigious Flat race in the world. It is staged for the 244th time in 2023 and sponsored for the first time by Betfred. Its prize fund stands at £1,561,950.

The Derby boasts an illustrious roll of honour, which includes Bay Middleton, Ormonde, Isinglass, Hyperion and Bahram, while the last 60 years alone have seen such luminaries prevail as Sea-Bird, Nijinsky, Mill Reef, Shergar, Nashwan, Generous, Lammtarra, Galileo, High Chaparral, New Approach, Sea The Stars and Golden Horn.

Such names contribute to The Derby’s rich history, partly through their outstanding performances over Epsom Downs but also, for some, through their legacy as leading stallions. Galileo, European champion sire in 2008 thanks largely to his Derby winner New Approach and Coronation Cup victor Soldier Of Fortune and again from 2010 to 2020 inclusive, demonstrated his prowess over the course in 2001. Galileo has since sired a record five winners of The Betfred Derby, most recently Serpentine in 2020.

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THE BETFRED DERBY

20 YEAR ROLL OF HONOUR

2022

CROWN

Ridden by Richard Kingscote - Trained by Sir Michael Stoute

Owned by Saeed Suhail

2021

ADAYAR

Owner: Godolphin

2020

SERPENTINE

Owner:Mrs John Magnier, Mr M Tabor & Mr D Smith

2019

ANTHONY VAN DYCK

Owner:Mrs John Magnier, Mr M Tabor & Mr D Smith

2018

MASAR

Owner: Godolphin

2017

WINGS OF EAGLES

Owner: Mrs D Smith, Mrs John Magnier & M Tabor

Trainer: Charlie Appleby Jockey: A. Kirby

Trainer: Aidan O’Brien Jockey: E. McNamara

Trainer: Aidan O’Brien Jockey: S. Heﬀernan

Trainer: Charlie Appleby Jockey: W. Buick

Trainer: Aidan O’Brien Jockey: P. Beggy

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BETFRED DERBY WINNER DESERT

2016

HARZAND

Owner: H. H. Aga Khan

2015 GOLDEN HORN

Owner: A E Oppenheimer

2014

AUSTRALIA

Owner: D Smith/Mrs J Magnier/M Tabor/T Ah Khing

2013

RULER OF THE WORLD

Owner:Mrs John Magnier, Mr M Tabor & Mr D Smith

2012 CAMELOT

Owner: Mrs D Smith, Mrs John Magnier & M Tabor

2011 POUR MOI

Owner: Mrs John Magnier, M Tabor & D Smith

2010 WORKFORCE

Owner: K. Abdullah

2009

SEA THE STARS

Owner: Christopher Tsui

2008

NEW APPROACH

Owner: H.R.H Princess Haya Of Jordan

2007

AUTHORIZED

Owner: Saleh Al Homaizi & Imad Al Sagar

2006

SIR PERCY

Owner: A. E. Pakenham

2005 MOTIVATOR

Owner: The Royal Ascot Racing Club

2004

NORTH LIGHT

Owner: Ballymacoll Stud

2003 KRIS KIN

Owner: Saeed Suhail

Trainer: Dermot Weld Jockey: P. Smullen

Trainer: John Gosden Jockey: L. Dettori

Trainer: Aidan O’Brien Jockey: J. O’Brien

Trainer: Aidan O’Brien Jockey: R. L. Moore

Trainer: Aidan O’Brien Jockey: J. O’Brien

Trainer: Andre Fabre Jockey: M. Barzalona

Trainer: Sir Michael Stoute Jockey: R. L. Moore

Trainer: John Oxx Jockey: M. J. Kinane

Trainer: J. S Bolger

Jockey: K. Manning

Trainer: Peter Chapple-Hyam

Jockey: L. Dettori

Trainer: Marcus Tregoning Jockey: M. Dwyer

Trainer: Michael Bell Jockey: J. Murtagh

Trainer: Sir Michael Stoute Jockey: K. Fallon

THE ROAD TO THE BETFRED DERBY

SPREWELL

The Derby Trial Stakes

Leopardstown

Sunday 7th May

The Derby Trial Stakes at Leopardstown has previoulsy had some smart winners, with Globe-trotting Stone Age landing the honours last year, and Sprewell could prove another to follow. Since landing a useful conditions race at Naas on return, he certainly put himself into the reckoning as a Derby contender with a decisive victory, handling the step up in grade and trip. He fashionably had the well-fancied Up And Under (2nd) and Proud And Regal (3rd) beat on the day but there is a question marks whether the faster ground will suit

ARREST

The Boodles Chester Vase Stakes

Chester

Wednesday 10th May

John and Thady Gosden saddle just one in this year’s Derby, with Frankie Dettori bidding for his third success in this prestigious race A head second to Dubai Mile in the Group 1 Criterium de Saint-Cloud on his final start as a juvenile, the strong travelling Arrest made the belated comeback of dreams, after the Classic Trial meeting was abandoned at Sandown, to land the Boodles Chester Vase Stakes over one mile and four furlongs. He had the soft conditions to suit and easily dispatched his rivals by six and a half lengths putting him firmly in the running for the Derby. However, he is another that might want a bit of cut in the ground.

MILITARY ORDER

The Fitzdares Lingfield Derby Trial Stakes Lingfield Park

Saturday 13th May

A brother to the 2021 winner Adayar, Charlie Appleby could have another gem on his hands here with the all blue Military Order. Turned over at a short-price on debut, the Frankel colt quickly made amends at Newmarket, stepping up an extra furlong to a mile. Always in complete control at Newbury, over further again, he confirmed his class when comfortably winning the Fitzdares Lingfield Derby Trial Stakes. He showed a good winning attitude to assert from another classy colt in the home straight and although the Appleby yard are yet to hit top form, he remains a strong fancy

THE FOXES

The Al Basti Equiworld Dubai Dante Stakes York

Thursday 18th May

The most experienced runner in the race, but still unexposed over today's trip, The Foxes makes appeal for the Andrew Balding team. Just like his sire Churchill, he began his career over six furlongs and has slowlyworked his way up in distance. A winner of a seven furlongs Goodwood maiden, he took a huge step forward to land the Juddmonte Royal Lodge Stakes, having today's rival Dubai Mile half a length behind. It was the victory in the Al Basti Equiworld Dubai Dante Stakes that caught the eye of many, however. Although a messy race, he had both White Birch and Passenger behind and the sky is the limit for what he can achieve. He is a half brother to a one mile six winner, so stamina should prove no issue.

BIG RACE FACTS

S E C O N D RA CE 1. 30 PM THE BETFRED DERBY (GROUP 1) 7

of the last 10

winners had won a Group race previously

EIGHT of the last TEN winners were rated 109 or higher

4 of the last 10 winners

have come from the ﬁrst three in the betting

have each won The Derby twice

All of the last 10 winners

11 of the last 13 winners ran in the last 35 days

TOP TRAINER

AIDAN O'BRIEN (EIGHT DERBY VICTORIES)

AUGUSTE RODIN, SAN ANTONIO AND ADELAIDE RIVER

0 of the last 14 winners had run at Epsom Downs before!

LEADING OWNERS

COOLMORE (5OFTHELAST10WINNERS)

F R A N K I E DETTORI & 1st

at least placed on their last run before The Derby.

R Y A N MOORE

PICK & MATCH 6 NUMBERS TO WIN MILLION £5 MIL

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S E C O N D RA CE 1 . 30

The Betfred Derby (Group 1) (Class 1)

ONE MILE about FOUR FURLONGS (12f abt 6yds) for three yrs old colts and fillies

Total prize fund £1561950

For conditions of this race see page 80

R A C E FA CT S

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): A Balding

(15 wins from 95 runners, 16%) runs THE FOXES

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): C Johnston (15 wins from 71 runners, 21%) runs DEAR MY FRIEND and DUBAI MILE

FANCY THAT: A O’Brien won this race in 2013, 2014, 2017, 2019 and 2020. The stable runs ADELAIDE RIVER, AUGUSTE RODIN and SAN ANTONIO today.

C Appleby won this race in 2018 and 2021. The stable runs

MILITARY ORDER today.

LONGEST TRAVELLERS: SPREWELL trained by Mrs J Harrington, SAN ANTONIO, ADELAIDE RIVER & AUGUSTE RODIN trained by A O’Brien, Ireland. WHITE BIRCH trained by J Murphy - all Ireland.

E P S O M RA CE SU MM AR Y

LAST YEAR’S WINNER

DESERT CROWN

Frankie Dettori seeks to add a third Derby success to his ever-expanding CV on this farewell season and Arrest, a facile winner of the Chester Vase, would appeal as a live candidate. Aidan O'Brien has had a stranglehold on this contest in the last few years, winning three of the previous six renewals. He saddles three, of which high-class juvenile Auguste Rodin looks to be his most likely chance, providing he can bounce back from a below-par run in the 2000 Guineas. A chance, however, is taken on DUBAI MILE. Pedigree would suggest he's not a guaranteed stayer, but he plugged on for a creditable fifth, having looked outpaced in the 2000 Guineas. He saw off Arrest in the Criterium de Saint Cloud over 1m2f last year, so it is quite possible this test will bring out the best in him. Military Order and Passenger, an unlucky third to The Foxes in the Dante, complete the shortlist.

WIN: DUBAI MILE EACH-WAY: Arrest

PRESENTATION

Betfred is kindly awarding £1,000 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race, as well as a trophy to the winning owner, trainer, jockey, groom and breeder

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS

Tongue Strap worn by No. 14.

14 (EXACTA)

Probable S.P.’s - 3-1 Auguste Rodin (IRE), 5-1 Military Order (IRE), 13-2 Passenger (USA), 7-1 Arrest (IRE), 14-1 Sprewell (IRE), The Foxes (IRE), 18-1 Dubai Mile (IRE), White Birch (GB), 25-1 Waipiro (IRE), 50-1 Artistic Star (IRE), San Antonio (IRE), 80-1 King of Steel (USA), 100-1 Adelaide River (IRE), 200-1 Dear My Friend (GB)

STALLS: CENTRE Ridden by Richard Kingscote | Owned by Saeed Suhail Trained by Sir Michael Stoute | S/P 5-2 (17 ran)

SE CO ND RA CE

1 ADELAIDE RIVER (IRE) (24) 9-2(14)

B c Australia - Could It Be Love (USA) (War Front (USA))

Owner Mrs J Magnier/M Tabor/D Smith/Westerberg

Trainer Aidan O’Brien, Ireland

Breeder Coolmore

Form 1223-2

DARK BLUE. Seamie Heffernan

A winner at 1m on the all-weather. Beaten 7l by Arrest when second of 5 at 9-4 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Boodles Chester Vase Stakes at Chester over 1m 4f (soft) last month. Has a bit to find with a couple of these and others appeal more. Official BHA Rating 105

2 ARREST (IRE) (24) 9-2(13)

B c Frankel - Nisriyna (IRE) (Intikhab (USA))

Owner Juddmonte

Trainer John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket Breeder Swordlestown Little

Form 3112-1 D Sponsored by Juddmonte Farms Inc

GREEN, PINK sash and cap, WHITE sleeves. Frankie Dettori

He has won three times from 1m to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Won on his latest outing when 10-11fav in the Group 3 Boodles Chester Vase Stakes at Chester over 1m 4f (soft) last month, beating Adelaide River by 7l. He can mount a serious challenge. Official BHA Rating 115

3 ARTISTIC STAR (IRE) (18) 9-2 (8)

B c Galileo (IRE) - Nechita (AUS) (Fastnet Rock (AUS))

Owner Mr J. C. Smith

Trainer Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down Breeder Coolmore

PURPLE, LIGHT BLUE chevron, LIGHT BLUE cap.

Form 1-1

Rob Hornby

Successful at 1m and 1m 2f on good to soft and soft ground. Won on his latest outing when 9-4fav at Sandown over 1m 2f (good to soft) last month, beating Torito by 1 1/4l. Progressive, but he will need much more to come out on top this afternoon. Official BHA Rating 98

4 AUGUSTE RODIN (IRE) (28) 9-2(10)

Br c Deep Impact (JPN) - Rhododendron (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))

Owner M Tabor/D Smith/Mrs J Magnier/Westerberg

Trainer Aidan O’Brien, Ireland

Breeder Coolmore

Form 2111-0 BF

ROYAL BLUE, ORANGE disc, striped sleeves and cap. Ryan Moore

He has won three times from 7f to 1m on varying ground. Well beaten behind Chaldean when 12th of 14 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Qipco 2000 Guineas Stakes at Newmarket over 1m last month. A high-class juvenile, it would be no surprise were he to bounce back. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 6/5/2023 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running. Official BHA Rating 117

5 DEAR MY FRIEND (GB) (16) 9-2 (1)

Ch c Pivotal - Dusty Red (Teofilo (IRE))

Owner Middleham Park Racing XXV & Michael Lai

Trainer Charlie Johnston, Middleham

Breeder Bartlett, Beever & Cheveley Park Stud

Form 1533-10

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T H I R D RA CE 2 . 10

The

Princess

Elizabeth Stakes (Group 3) (Class 1)

ONE MILE about 113 YARDS (8f abt 113yds) for three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares

Total prize fund £100000

For conditions of this race see page 80

R A C E FA CT S

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): R Beckett (10 wins from 50 runners, 20%) runs PROSPEROUS VOYAGE

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J & T Gosden (12 wins from 43 runners, 28%) runs SHAARA

LONGEST TRAVELLER: ASTRAL BEAU trained by P Sly, Peterborough, 117 miles.

E P S O M RA CE SU MM AR Y

STALLS: INSIDE

LAST YEAR’S WINNER

Bashkirova

Ridden by Tom Marquand

Owned by Cheveley Park Stud

Trained by William Haggas | S/P 2-1 (10 ran)

Archie Watson and Oisin Murphy teamed up to win this contest two years ago and they can do so again with ROMAN MIST, who was a determined winner in Listed company at Goodwood last month. The five-year-old is taken to overturn form with Potapova (second), whom she was narrowly behind in this contest last year, while Prosperous Voyage is the highest rated in the field and sets the standard on form. Astral Beau rarely runs a bad race and is another to consider.

WIN: ROMAN MIST

PRESENTATION

EACH-WAY: Prosperous Voyage

Epsom Racecourse is kindly awarding £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race, as well as a trophy to the winning owner, trainer and jockey

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 6 (EXACTA)

Probable S.P.’s - 7-4

Prosperous Voyage (IRE), 3-1

Roman Mist (IRE), 18-1 Shaara (GB), 33-1

Potapova (GB), 5-1

Astral Beau (GB), 11-2

Random Harvest (IRE)

TH IRD RA CE

THIRD RACE 2.10

1 RANDOM HARVEST (IRE) (27) 5 9-11 (6)

B m War Front (USA) - Seta (Pivotal)

Owner Lady Bamford

Trainer Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn

Breeder Lady Bamford

Form 32041-0

MAROON.

She has won three times at 1m on good to firm and soft ground. Beaten 15l behind Via Sistina at 80-1 when seventh of 9 on her latest outing in the Group 2 Howden Dahlia Stakes at Newmarket over 1m 1f (soft) last month. Needs more to figure in this company. Official BHA Rating 102

2 ASTRAL BEAU (GB) (27)

B f Brazen Beau (AUS) - Asteroidea (Sea The Stars (IRE))

Owner Family Sly

Trainer Pam Sly, Peterborough

Breeder M. H. Sly & Mrs P. M. Sly

4 9

Form 1121-13

8 (2)

LIGHT BLUE, PINK star, GREY and LIGHT BLUE hooped sleeves, PINK cap, LIGHT BLUE star. Winner of five races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to heavy. Third of 9 behind Via Sistina beaten 7l at 17-2 on her latest outing in the Group 2 Howden Dahlia Stakes at Newmarket over 1m 1f (soft) last month. Holds strong claims on her penultimate success. Official BHA Rating 107

POTAPOVA (GB) (28) 5 9-8 (4)

B m Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Safina (Pivotal)

Owner Cheveley Park Stud

Trainer Sir Michael Stoute, Newmarket Breeder Cheveley Park Stud Limited

RED, WHITE sash, ROYAL BLUE cap.

Form 20014-P BF

PHOTO FINISHES

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DATE

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Result

Frankie Dettori Mural at Epsom Downs Racecourse

“It’s not just my dream – it is the dream of every jockey on the planet. Everybody wants to win The Derby because it is simply the best race in the world.”

Frankie Dettori announced at the end of last year that 2023 would be his last season in the saddle, bringing to a close a remarkable career which has spanned almost 40 years.

To celebrate his time in the saddle, Epsom Downs and The Jockey Club commissioned a leading street art specialist, MurWalls, to create a giant mural on the side of the Duchess Stand at the Surrey track. Depicting him in the colours of his 2015 Derby winner Golden Horn, the artwork stretches across the side of the stand, measuring 52ft by 23ft.

Unveiled at the Spring Meeting in April, Dettori admitted he was “gobsmacked” by the piece, as he looks forward to his last ride in the Betfred Derby. Asked what it would mean to win the race in his final year, he said: “It would be amazing. I’m trying to enjoy every moment of my last year, that’s why I gave myself a year, more or less, to enjoy it.

“I have mixed feelings. It’s the end of an era, and it’s nice to be recognised with something as big as this. Epsom is a special place for me. I’ve had some great memories, lots of nice winners – two Derby wins, five Coronation Cups, six Oaks. It’s been a good stomping ground for me.”

TOM SHAW PHOTOGRAPHY

In addition to the titles, prestige, and prize money, the 2023 classic winning owners will also receive a photography commission of their winning horse from renowned portrait photographer Tom Shaw. Shaw, who has photographed some of the world’s biggest sports stars, photographs horses in the style of legendary equine artist George Stubbs. The idea was born during a late summer drive in the Cotswolds where the evening sun gently raked across the idyllic countryside, mirroring the backdrops that Stubbs often used in his paintings.

You can read more about Tom Shaw and his work here at www.tomshawphotography.com/stubbs.

@re_stubbs @tomshawphoto

SUPERCAR astonmartin.com Official high-performance partner of the Epsom Derby POWER. DRIVEN.

The Aston Martin 3yo “Dash”

Handicap Stakes (Class 3)

R A C E FA CT S

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): A Balding (15 wins from 95 runners, 16%) runs ESTATE

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Hannon (6 wins from 68 runners, 9%) runs SWIFT ASSET

LONGEST TRAVELLERS: TATTERSTALL & ZUFFOLO trained by M Dods, Darlington, 267 miles.

Stone Of Folca

E P S O M RA CE SU MM AR Y

TATTERSTALL had subsequent winner Estate two lengths back in second when shedding his maiden tag at Wolverhampton and he has plenty of pace to take advantage of his high draw. Jm Jungle had the selection back in seventh when runner-up at York and is dangerous, but that came just a week after Tatterstall's breakthrough triumph and much better is expected now. Surprise Newcastle winner Can To Can is also of interest, while Russet Gold will also have his supporters on his return.

WIN: TATTERSTALL

PRESENTATION

EACH-WAY: Jm Jungle

Aston Martin is kindly awarding £150 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race, as well as a trophy to the winning owner, trainer and jockey.

STALLS: STANDS SIDE 5f Record Time Holder at Epsom Downs Ridden by Luke Morris Owned by Folkestone Racecourse Owners Group Trained by John Best | S/P 50-1 (20 ran)

RUNNERS

Probable S.P.’s - 13-2 Jm Jungle (IRE), 8-1 Can To Can (IRE), 9-1 Estate (GB), 10-1 Russet Gold (GB),

Brazen (GB), 11-1

(GB),

(IRE), 12-1 Tatterstall (IRE), Betweenthesticks (GB), 14-1 Tallulah

18-1 Democracy Dilemma (IRE), 22-1 Swift Asset (IRE), Minnesota Lad (IRE), 50-1 Dickieburd (GB) F O U R

NUMBER OF DECLARED

14 (EXACTA) Blinkers

worn by

No. 2.

Visor worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 13.

Blinkers,

Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 3.

Miss

Grace Angel

Zuffolo

Myla (IRE),

T H RA CE 2 . 45

conditions

race

80 FO UR TH RA CE NEW

FIVE FURLONGS (5f) for three yrs old Total prize fund £60000 For

of this

see page

RACE THIS YEAR

FOURTH RACE 2.45

NO HORSE

WEIGHT DRAW JOCKEY

1 DEMOCRACY DILEMMA (IRE) (24) 9-9 (1)

B g Cotai Glory - Majestic Alexander (IRE) (Bushranger (IRE))

Owner Mr K. McCabe

Trainer David Evans, Abergavenny Breeder Mountarmstrong Stud

DARK BLUE, WHITE star and sleeves.

Form 313210 D

2 CAN TO CAN (IRE) (25)

B f Kodiac - Ridge Ranger (IRE) (Bushranger (IRE))

Owner Mr C. R. Hirst

Trainer Adrian Nicholls, Sessay Breeder Con Harrington

9-9 (2)

Form 1020-01 D

DARK BLUE, large WHITE spots, DARK BLUE and WHITE chevrons on sleeves, DARK BLUE and WHITE striped cap. Successful twice at 5f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 20-1 at Newcastle over 5f on her latest outing last month, beating Wasdale by 5l. Showed big improvement in first-time blinkers on that occasion and she would be foolish to dismiss. Official BHA Rating 89

3 RUSSET GOLD (GB) (239)

Ch g Al Kazeem - Affluent (Oasis Dream)

Owner Mr D. J. Deer

Trainer Roger Varian, Newmarket Breeder D. J. and Mrs Deer

9-7 (14)

Hollie Doyle

Barry McHugh

Form 5013- D

ANGEL

(GB) (12)

B f Harry Angel (IRE) - Sparkle (Oasis Dream)

Owner Mr R. Nugent

Trainer Darryll Holland, Newmarket

Breeder ORS Bloodstock

9-6 (8)

Form 213-001 D

LIGHT BLUE and PINK diabolo, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, PINK armlets and diamonds on cap. She has won three times at 5f on good ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 11-4 at Redcar over 5f (good) on her latest outing last month, beating Good Earth by 2 3/4l. Raised 6lb for that success but that is still likely to keep her bang in contention. Official BHA Rating 86

MISS BRAZEN (GB) (15

)

B f Brazen Beau (AUS) - Quelle Affaire (Bahamian Bounty)

Owner D & R Chapman, W&J Tinning & C Wallis

Trainer Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton Breeder Exors of The Late Mr A. A. Byrne

9-4 (3)

Form 212-016 D

(IRE)

(15)

B g Bungle Inthejungle - Nafa (IRE) (Shamardal (USA))

Owner Mr D Stone & Mrs C Dods

Trainer Michael Dods, Darlington Breeder Maurice Burns

PURPLE, BEIGE striped sleeves.

9-2 (13)

Form 2520-10 D

NO HORSE

WEIGHT DRAW JOCKEY

7 JM JUNGLE (IRE) (15) 9-2 (9)

B g Bungle Inthejungle - The Shrew (Dansili)

Owner MPS Racing Ltd & The Ayrshire Tradesmen

Trainer John Quinn, Malton

Breeder Lodge Park Stud

Form 020-332 D

BETWEENTHESTICKS (GB) (7) 9-1 (4)

B g Captain Gerrard (IRE) - Jollyhockeysticks (Fantastic Light (USA))

Owner The Wilsley Partnership

Trainer Jack Channon, West Ilsley

Breeder J. P. Coggan

Form 116-462 D

Sponsored by Jack Channon Racing Limited

DARK GREEN, YELLOW spots, YELLOW sleeves, DARK GREEN spots, YELLOW cap. He has won three times at 5f on good to soft and soft ground and on the all-weather. Beaten a neck by Estate when second of 10 at 7-1 on his latest outing at Salisbury over 5f (good to firm) last month. Likely to be thereabouts once more off a 4lb higher rating. Official BHA Rating 81

SWIFT ASSET (IRE) (7)

B c Profitable (IRE) - Flick Show (IRE) (Fastnet Rock (AUS))

Owner J Palmer-Brown, N. Woodcock and partner

Trainer Richard Hannon, Marlborough

Breeder J. & S. Quigley

9-0 (11)

Form 6000-00 D

Sponsored by Tote

BLACK and YELLOW diamonds, BLACK sleeves, YELLOW cap. A winner at 5f on good to firm ground. Beaten 6l behind Ferrous at 11-1 when seventh of 9 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 5f (good to firm) last month He still looks out of form and he requires a bounce back. Official BHA Rating 80

MINNESOTA LAD (IRE) (24)

Ch g Sioux Nation (USA) - Lady Sandy (IRE) (Dandy Man (IRE))

Owner The Oysters Catchers Partnership

Trainer Richard Fahey, Malton Breeder Aidan Fogarty

8-13 (5)

Form 31655-0 D

NO HORSE WEIGHT DRAW JOCKEY

13 ESTATE (GB) (7)

B g Showcasing - Cashla Bay (Fastnet Rock (AUS))

Owner Highclere T’Bred Racing - James Chadwick

Trainer Andrew Balding, Kingsclere

Breeder Lofts Hall Stud & Mrs C. R. Philipson

LIGHT BLUE, DARK BLUE armlets, DARK BLUE cap.

8-11 (7)

Form 020-321 D

Sponsored by Highclere Thoroughbred Racing Ltd

A winner at 9-1 at Salisbury over 5f (good to firm) on his latest outing last month, beating Betweenthesticks by a neck for his first victory from eight attempts. Took a nice step forward in a first-time tongue tie and plenty will fancy him to go in again. Official BHA Rating 77

14 TALLULAH MYLA (IRE) (19)

B f Oasis Dream - Sheikhakan (IRE) (Shamardal (USA))

Owner Opulence Thoroughbreds

Trainer Stuart Williams, Newmarket

Breeder Al Shira’aa Farms S.A.R.L.

NAVY, GOLD braids, CREAM sleeves, NAVY cap, GOLD tassel

8-8 (12)

Form 036-103

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F I F T H RA CE

3 . 20

The Aston Martin “Dash” Handicap Stakes (Heritage Handicap) (Class 2)

FIVE FURLONGS (5f) for three yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £100000

For conditions of this race see page 80

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): D O’Meara (7 wins from 57 runners, 12%) runs ALLIGATOR ALLEY

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): G Boughey (7 wins from 40 runners, 18%) runs NAVELLO

LONGEST TRAVELLER: THE THIN BLUE LINE trained by K Dalgleish, Carluke, 411 miles.

LAST YEAR’S WINNER

Tees Spirit

E P S O M RA CE SU MM AR Y

Silky Wilkie is highly respected, given he wasn't beaten far in the Group 3 Palace House Stakes at Newmarket last month, but he would need to set a modern day weight-carrying record to emerge on top on theses terms. Therefore, it might pay to side with VINTAGE CLARETS, who is versatile regarding ground preference and looks the type to rise to the demands of this unique test. Clarendon House also has to be considered granted his scope for improvement, while Zarzyni and last runner-up Mountain Peak also have plenty to offer.

WIN: VINTAGE CLARETS

PRESENTATION

EACH-WAY: Silky Wilkie

Aston Martin is kindly awarding £150 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race, as well as a trophy to the winning owner, trainer, jockey.

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 20 (EXACTA)

Visor worn first time by No. 5. Blinkers worn by No. 13. Visor worn by No. 15. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5, 9, 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 6, 11, 14.

Probable S.P.’s - 17-2 Clarendon House (GB), 14-1 Silky Wilkie (IRE), Ancient Times (GB), Vintage Clarets (GB), Angle Land (GB), 16-1 Mountain Peak (GB), Zarzyni (IRE), Live In The Moment (IRE), Lihou (GB), 18-1 Look Out Louis (GB), Alligator Alley (GB), Navello (GB), 20-1 Came From The Dark (IRE), Mokaatil (GB), 25-1 Sampers Seven (IRE), 33-1 Lord Riddiford (IRE), The Thin Blue Line (IRE), 40-1 Papa Don’t Preach (IRE), Recon Mission (IRE), 50-1 One Night Stand (GB)

R A C E FA CT S

STALLS: STANDS SIDE Ridden by Barry McHugh Owned by Ingleby Bloodstock Ltd & The Ivy League Trained by Adrian Nicholls | S/P 10-1 (20 ran)

FI FT H RA CE

FIFTH RACE 3.20

1 SILKY WILKIE (IRE) (28) 4 9

B g Mehmas (IRE) - Vasoni (IRE) (Redback)

Owner Middleham Park Racing LXXXI & E Burke

Trainer K. R. Burke, Leyburn

Breeder Mrs Claire Doyle

LIGHT BLUE, ORANGE epaulets, ORANGE cap.

-12

(7)

Form 210105 D

Sponsored by Tattersalls, Middleham Park Racing

Winner of six races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft and on the all-weather. Finished 4l behind Vadream when fifth of 14 in the Group 3 Palace House Stakes at Newmarket over 5f (soft) last month. Improved again this year. Key player. Official BHA Rating 107

2 MOUNTAIN PEAK (GB) (16) 8 9-6 (13)

B g Swiss Spirit - Nolas Lolly (IRE) (Lomitas)

Owner Ebury Racing

Trainer Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn

Breeder Mrs Hugh Maitland-Jones

DARK GREEN, RED chevrons, DARK GREEN sleeves, RED cap.

Form 10030-0 D

Sponsored by ABM Catering Facilities Management

Has won ten races from 5f to 7f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 13l behind Regional at 40-1 when last of 13 on his latest outing at York over 5f (good) last month. Second in this race last year and has to be respected off just 3lb higher.

STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 18/5/2023 it was reported that the horse weakened quickly late-on. Official BHA Rating 101

3 CLARENDON HOUSE (GB) (16) 5 9

B h Mehmas (IRE) - Walaaa (IRE) (Exceed And Excel (AUS))

Owner Middleham Park Racing VIII

Trainer Robert Cowell, Newmarket

Breeder D. R. Tucker

LIGHT BLUE, ORANGE epaulets.

-5 (2)

Form 15602-5 D

LOOK OUT LOUIS

(GB) (23) 7 9-1 (6)

B g Harbour Watch (IRE) - Perfect Act (Act One)

Owner V.Watt,G Howard & J Jenkinson

Trainer Julie Camacho, Malton

Breeder Mildmay Bloodstock Ltd

BLACK, PINK epaulets, armlets and cap.

Form 1010-06 D

ALLIGATOR ALLEY

(GB) (7) 6 9-1 (14)

B g Kingman - Overturned (Cape Cross (IRE))

Owner Akela Thoroughbreds Limited

Trainer David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Breeder Whatton Manor Stud

Form 443060 D

ZARZYNI (IRE)

(7) 6 8-13 (8)

B g Siyouni (FR) - Zunera (IRE) (Invincible Spirit (IRE))

Owner MrLaurenceO’Kane/HarrowgateBloodstockLtd

Trainer David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk

Breeder His Highness The Aga Khan’s Studs S.C.

Form 0000-50 D

Sponsored by Tote

WHITE, EMERALD GREEN Cross of Lorraine, chevrons on sleeves, PINK cap. He has won three times from 5f to 7f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft.

Beaten 2 1/2l behind Chipstead at 16-1 when seventh of 14 at York over 5f (good to firm) last month. Appeals as the type that could appreciate this kind of test. Interesting. Official BHA Rating 94

Clifford Lee

Tom Marquand

AGE WEIGHT DRAW JOCKEY 52

NO HORSE

Daniel Muscutt Barry McHugh Jason Watson Connor Beasley

7 ONE NIGHT STAND (GB) (98) 68-11 (4)

B g Swiss Spirit - Tipsy Girl (Haafhd)

Owner Chappell & Dixon

Trainer Scott Dixon, Rolleston

Breeder Mr S. Hoskins & Trickledown Stud

WHITE, BEIGE stripe.

Form 4164-00 D

Sponsored by Tote

Winner of six races from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 7l behind Kimngrace when 9th of 10 on his latest outing at Lingfield over 5f in February. Yet to be at his best this year but the return to turf might well spark a revival. Official BHA Rating 92

CAME FROM THE DARK (IRE) (

14) 78-10 (10

Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Silver Shoon (IRE) (Fasliyev (USA))

Owner Mr P. K. Siu

Trainer Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn

Breeder Yeomanstown Stud & Doc Bloodstock

RED and BLACK stripes, RED sleeves.

)

Form 055-363 D

Sponsored by ABM Catering Facilities Management

Winner of five races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to heavy. Third of 8 behind Spring Bloom beaten 11/2l on his latest outing at Newmarket over 5f (good) last month. Has dropped to a very attractive mark but his winless run since July 2021 is a concern. Official BHA Rating 91

9 ANCIENT TIMES (GB) (14) 58-10 (16)

B g Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Oriental Step (IRE) (Tamayuz)

Owner The MacDougall Two

Trainer Harry Eustace, Newmarket

Breeder Hadi Al-Tajir

LIGHT BLUE, BEIGE star.

Form 12024-4 C D BF

Sponsored by Tote

Winner of five races from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 13/4l behind Spring Bloom when fourth of 8 at at Newmarket over 5f (good) last month. High in the weights but has won over 6f here and is effective over the minimum trip. Official BHA Rating 91

VINTAGE CLARETS (GB) (35) 48-9 (19)

B g Ardad (IRE) - Enchanted Princess (Royal Applause)

Owner Mr A Tattersall & Partner

Trainer Richard Fahey, Malton

Breeder M. E. Broughton

Form 0220-24 D BF

Sponsored by Tote

MAROON and LIGHT BLUE diabolo, halved sleeves, MAROON cap. He has won three times at 5f on good to firm and good ground. Finished 31/2l behind Hyperfocus when fourth of 10 at on his latest outing at Ripon over 5f (soft) in April. He has solid claims on the pick of his form and is on handy enough mark be seriously considered. Official BHA Rating 90

NAVELLO

(GB)

(5) 48-7 (5)

B g Ivawood (IRE) - Caprella (Kheleyf (USA))

Owner Mrs Fiona Carmichael

Trainer George Boughey, Newmarket

Breeder Mrs E. Yates & Westward Bloodstock Ltd

PURPLE, LIGHT GREEN stars, PURPLE cap, LIGHT GREEN star.

Form 50-5013 D BF

12

LORD

RIDDIFORD (IRE)

(16) 88-6 (15)

Gr g Zebedee - Beacon of Hope (IRE) (Barathea (IRE))

Owner The JAM Partnership

Trainer John Quinn, Malton

Breeder Malachy. M. Harney

Form 34-4300 D

NO HORSE AGE

WEIGHT DRAW JOCKEY

13 LIVE IN THE MOMENT (IRE) (14)6 8-6 (20)

Ch g Zebedee - Approaching Autumn (New Approach (IRE))

Owner Steve & Jolene de’Lemos

Trainer Alice Haynes, Newmarket

Breeder Thomas Hassett

Form 4030-02 D

Sponsored by Tote

PINK, LIGHT BLUE star, PINK sleeves, LIGHT BLUE stars, PINK cap, LIGHT BLUE star. Winner of five races at 5f on ground varying from good to soft and on the all-weather, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten a short head by The Green Man when second of 16 at Doncaster over 6f (good) last month. Likes to be on the speed but others appeal more. Official BHA Rating 87

MOKAATIL (GB) (46)

8 8-4 (11)

Br g Lethal Force (IRE) - Moonlit Garden (IRE) (Exceed And Excel (AUS))

Owner Midtech

Trainer Ian Williams, Alvechurch

Breeder Biddestone Stud

Form 15634-0 CD

Sponsored by Mid-Tech (Air Products) Ltd

LIGHT BLUE and RED (quartered), hooped sleeves, WHITE cap. Has won nine races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft and on the all-weather. Beaten 7l behind Dream Composer when ninth of 10 at Newmarket over 5f (good to soft) in April. Respected off just 3lb higher than last year’s course win. Official BHA Rating 85

ANGLE LAND (GB) (8

)

B f Mayson - Jumeirah Star (USA) (Street Boss (USA))

Owner Mr K. Dasmal, Mr A Rix, Mr R Penney

Trainer Robert Cowell, Newmarket

Breeder Mr K. Dasmal & Bottisham Heath Stud

ORANGE, large BLACK spots.

4 8-3 (17)

Form 125621 D

SAMPERS SEVEN (IRE) (

14)

B m Anjaal - Sampers (IRE) (Exceed And Excel (AUS))

Owner ValueRacingClub.co.uk

Trainer Michael Appleby, Oakham

Breeder N. Hartery

6 8-3 (12)

Form 5332-03 D BF

THIN

BLUE LINE (IRE) (12) 5 8-2 (3)

B or Br g Mehmas (IRE) - Rahlah (Dansili)

Owner Middleham Park Racing LI & Partner

Trainer Keith Dalgleish, Carluke

Breeder Cn Farm Ltd

LIGHT BLUE, ORANGE epaulets, WHITE cap.

Form 0-00125 D

19 PAPA DON’T PREACH (IRE) (14) 48-2 (9)

B g Kodiac - Paella (IRE) (Oasis Dream)

Owner Kevin Frost Racing Club & David Orr

Trainer Kevin Frost, Newark

Breeder Tally-Ho Stud

Form 310625 D

20 RECON MISSION (IRE) (21) 78-2 (1)

B g Kodiac - Ermine Ruby (Cape Cross (IRE))

Owner Mr B. J. Millen

Trainer Tony Carroll, Cropthorne

Breeder Tally-Ho Stud

Form 000-225 CD

DERBY DISTANCES

Longest – 10 lengths (1981 Shergar)

Shortest – short-head (since 1945 – 1972 Roberto, 1984 Secreto, 1998 Benny The Dip, 2006 Sir Percy)

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FI FT H RA CE

Mollie Phillips (3)

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S I X T H RA CE 3 . 55

The Betfred Lester Piggott

Handicap Stakes (Class 2)

ONE MILE about TWO FURLONGS (10f abt 17yds) for three yrs old

Total prize fund £75000

For conditions of this race see page 80

STALLS: INSIDE

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): A Balding (15 wins from 95 runners, 16%) runs KADOVAR

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): C Johnston (15 wins from 71 runners, 21%) runs BLUE UNIVERSE and PERFECT PLAY

FANCY THAT: A Balding won this race in 2017, 2019 and 2022. The stable runs KADOVAR today.

LONGEST TRAVELLERS: PERFECT PLAY & BLUE UNIVERSE trained by C Johnston, SOL CAYO trained by J Horton - both Middleham, 253 miles.

E P S O M RA CE SU MM AR Y

LAST YEAR’S WINNER

Swilcan Bridge

Ridden by Hayley Turner |

Owned by Mick and Janice Mariscott

Trained by Andrew Balding | S/P 7-1 (13 ran)

A wide-open contest in which preference is for PERFECT PLAY. A comfortable winner over an extended 1m 2f at Chester last week, he looks capable of defying a 5lb rise and a step up in class may not be enough to stop him mounting another bold bid. Fox Journey seems an obvious threat, given he scored with something in hand at Newmarket most recently, and the son of Roaring Lion must enter calculations off 9lb higher. Course scorer Kadovar is another to consider stepping back up in distance.

WIN: PERFECT PLAY

PRESENTATION

EACH-WAY: Fox Journey

Betfred is kindly awarding £250 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race, as well as a trophy to the winning owner, trainer and jockey

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 14

Blinkers worn by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 8.

(EXACTA)

Probable S.P.’s - 10-3 Fox Journey (GB), 15-2 Balance Play (IRE), 9-1 Torito (GB), Maasai Mara (GB), 11-1 Kadovar (IRE), Perfect Play (GB), 14-1

Promoter (GB), 16-1

Sol Cayo (IRE), 20-1 Silver Sword(GB), 22-1

Forca Timao (IRE), 28-1

Lose Your Wad (IRE), 33-1

Blue Universe (IRE), 40-1

Cite d’Or (FR), God of Fire (IRE)

R A C E FA CT

59 SIX TH RA CE

SIXTH RACE 3.55

1 CITE D’OR (FR) (24)

B f Galiway - Tin Rebel (FR) (Tin Horse (IRE))

Owner Nick Bradley Racing 18

Trainer Harry Eustace, Newmarket

Breeder C. Porin, G. Vitse & P. Decouz

9-9 (12)

Form 6-60036

Sponsored by Tote

WHITE, BLACK seams, WHITE sleeves, BLACK stars, WHITE cap, BLACK star. Successful at 7f and 1m on good to firm and good ground. Well beaten at 16-1 behind Savethelastdance when sixth of 8 on her latest outing at Chester over 1m 3f (soft) last month. Although this represents a drop in grade, she could struggle off top-weight

STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 10/5/2023 it was reported that the horse was never travelling. Official BHA Rating 97

2 TORITO (GB) (18

)

B c Kingman - Montare (IRE) (Montjeu (IRE))

Owner Mr George Strawbridge

Trainer John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket

Breeder George Strawbridge

WHITE, EMERALD GREEN hoop.

Form 3-12

9-7 (4)

A winner at 1m on soft ground. Beaten 1 1/4l by Artistic Star when second of 6 at 7-2 on his latest outing at Sandown over 1m 2f (good to soft) last month. He remains unexposed and there could be more to come. Big player for a powerful yard. Official BHA Rating 95

3 LOSE YOUR WAD (IRE) (23

B c Muhaarar - Mission Secrete (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))

Owner Jerry Hinds & Philip Herbert

Trainer Charles Hills, Lambourn

Breeder Paget Bloodstock

MAUVE and BLACK (quartered), MAUVE sleeves, WHITE cap.

)

Form 4-14

4 FORCA TIMAO (IRE) (

14)

B c Kessaar (IRE) - Belle Diva (IRE) (Dark Angel (IRE))

Owner Amo Racing Limited

Trainer Richard Hannon, Marlborough

Breeder Rossenarra Bloodstock Limited

VIOLET, WHITE quartered cap.

9-5 (7)

Form 01-55

NO HORSE WEIGHT DRAW JOCKEY

7 SOL CAYO (IRE) (201)

B c Havana Gold (IRE) - Epatha (IRE) (Highest Honor (FR))

Owner Coverdale Stud

Trainer James Horton, Middleham Breeder Gerard Mullins

GOLD, ONYX stripes on sleeves, GOLD cap with ONYX button

8-12 (9)

Form 033221-

Sponsored by Vertem Asset Management, Manor House Farm

A winner at 11-4 at Wolverhampton over 1m 1f on his latest outing in November last year, beating Tabaretta by 11/4l, his first win from six starts. Worth a market check back off a break but he faces much tougher opposition in this. Official BHA Rating 86

8 KADOVAR (IRE) (27)

B c Dark Angel (IRE) - Bulrushes (Byron)

QOwner Al Wasmiyah Stud

Trainer Andrew Balding, Kingsclere

Breeder Al Wasmiyah Farm

WHITE, MAROON Q on body.

8-12 (13)

Form 26-0315 C BF

A winner at 1m on soft ground. Finished 31/2l behind Saxon King when fifth of 7 at 85-40fav on his latest outing at Newmarket over 1m (soft) last month. He bolted up at this track on his penultimate run and looks worth another crack back up in trip. Official BHA Rating 86

9 FOX JOURNEY (GB) (16)

Gr c Roaring Lion (USA) - Follow A Star (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))

Owner King Power Racing Co Ltd

Trainer Sir Michael Stoute, Newmarket

Breeder Highbank Stud LLP

8-11 (2)

Form 644-1 D

Sponsored by King Power International Co Ltd

ROYAL BLUE, WHITE hoop, striped sleeves, WHITE cap, ROYAL BLUE star.

A winner at 9-2 at Newmarket over 1m 2f (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Mighty River by 23/4l, his first win from four starts. A stiffer stamina test seemed to suit him on that occasion and he would be dangerous to dismiss off 9lb higher Official BHA Rating 85

PERFECT PLAY (GB)

(7)

B g Siyouni (FR) - Giants Play (USA) (Giant’s Causeway (USA))

Owner Newsells Park Stud - Ossie Ardiles Synd.

Trainer Charlie Johnston, Middleham

Breeder Newsells Park Stud

8-8 (8)

Form 2014-21 D

Sponsored by Johnston Racing Ltd, Newsells Park Stud Limited

YELLOW, YELLOW and BLACK check sleeves and cap. Successful at 1m and 1m 2f on good to firm and good ground. Won on his latest outing when 9-4fav at Chester over 1m 2f (good) last month, beating Razoni by 21/4l. His draw looks ideal and he merits consideration despite a step up in class. Official BHA Rating 82

SILVER SWORD (GB) (46)

Gr g Charm Spirit (IRE) - Aurora Gray (Rip Van Winkle (IRE))

Owner Mrs Kirsten Dixon

Trainer Dylan Cunha, Newmarket

Breeder Culworth Grounds & Fortune Bloodstock

8-8 (3)

Form RR52-1

GOD OF FIRE

(IRE) (18)

B c Muhaarar - Loreto (IRE) (Holy Roman Emperor (IRE))

Owner Opulence Thoroughbreds

Trainer Stuart Williams, Newmarket

Breeder Epona Bloodstock Ltd

NAVY, GOLD braids, CREAM sleeves, NAVY cap, GOLD tassel

8-7 (1)

Form 54-13

NO HORSE WEIGHT DRAW JOCKEY

13 BALANCE PLAY (IRE) (30)

Ch g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Bezique (Cape Cross (IRE))

Owner Valmont

Trainer Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down

Breeder Aston House Stud

WHITE, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, PINK armlets, PINK cap.

-7 (6)

Form 43-2

14 BLUE UNIVERSE (IRE) (18)

B c Iffraaj - Zara (BRZ) (Redattore (BRZ))

Owner Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Al Maktoum

Trainer Charlie Johnston, Middleham

Breeder Godolphin

SILVER, tassel on cap.

-2 (10)

Form 5433-12

Result

Andrea Atzeni

Some potentially smart types in here, with a number of runners likely to be ahead of their handicap marks. Three near the top of the market have similar profiles, top jockeys onboard and are in excellent hands. A chance is taken on them to fill the first three spots: Fox Journey, Torito and Balance Play are the selections.

BET TYPE: Combination Trifecta SELECTIONS: Fox Journey, Torito and Balance Play

MOST SUCCESSFUL DRAW

Stall 10 - with 10 winners since 1967, most recently Masar in 2018 – is the most successful. Stalls one and five are the second most successful with six winners each. For full details, see table below.

1st 2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time

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S E V E N T H RA CE 4 . 30

The Rio Ferdinand Foundation

Handicap Stakes (Class 2)

Northern Dancer

ONE MILE about FOUR FURLONGS (12f abt 6yds) for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £75000

For conditions of this race see page 80

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): A Balding (15 wins from 95 runners, 16%) runs SCAMPI

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): Mrs J Harrington (8 wins from 60 runners, 13%) runs JUNGLE COVE

LONGEST TRAVELLER: JUNGLE COVE trained by Mrs J Harrington, Ireland.

LAST YEAR’S WINNER

Midnights Legacy

Ridden by William Buick Owned by Pitchall Stud Partnership

E P S O M RA CE SU MM AR Y

CAIUS CHORISTER wasn't too far away from maintaining her unbeaten Epsom record over 1m 2f at the April meeting and the step back up in trip promises to yield further improvement. The booking of Ryan Moore catches the eye and she is preferred to York scorer Scampi and Sea King, who ran well for second at Kempton on his return. Sheer Rocks is open to further improvement after his Ascot success, while the same can be said of Kempton scorer Max Mayhem.

WIN: CAIUS CHORISTER EACH-WAY: Scampi

PRESENTATION

Rio Ferdinand Foundation is kindly awarding £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race, as well as a trophy to the winning owner, trainer and jockey.

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 6. Hood worn by No. 5. Blinkers worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8, 9.

Probable S.P.’s - 10-3

9-1 Sheer Rocks (GB), 12-1

(GB), 7-2

14-

(EXACTA)

R A C E FA CT S 65 SEVEN TH RA CE

STALLS: CENTRE

Trained by Alan King | S/P 3-1 (11 ran)

Scampi

Caius Chorister (FR),

-2 Sea King (GB), 13-2 Max Mayhem (GB),

Jungle

1 Haliphon (GB), 25-1 Lucander (IRE), 28-1 Green Team (FR)

Cove (IRE),

SEVENTH RACE 4.30

1 LUCANDER (IRE) (17) 6 9-9 (8)

B g Footstepsinthesand - Lady Sefton (Oratorio (IRE))

Owner Nigel Jones & Paul Bowden

Trainer George Baker, Chiddingfold

Breeder Mr John Connolly

PURPLE, YELLOW seams, diabolo on sleeves, BLACK cap.

Form 1-54150

2 CAIUS CHORISTER (FR) (39) 4 9-5 (3)

B f Golden Horn - Corpus Chorister (FR) (Soldier of Fortune (IRE))

Owner Mr Clive Washbourn

Trainer David Menuisier, Pulborough

Breeder Clive Washbourn

Form 11260-2 CD

6 SEA KING (GB) (10)

4 8-12 (7)

Br g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Pamona (IRE) (Duke of Marmalade (IRE))

Owner Mr Neil Boyden

Trainer Sir Mark Prescott Bt, Newmarket Breeder Highclere Stud

MAUVE, LIGHT GREEN epaulets and sleeves.

Form 10440-2 D BF

7 SHEER ROCKS (GB) (21)

Ch g Iffraaj - Paradise Cove (Harbour Watch (IRE))

Owner Anthony Pye-Jeary and David Ian

Trainer Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury

Breeder Biddestone Stud Ltd

MAROON, LIGHT BLUE chevron.

48-9 (1)

Form 14300-1 D

HALIPHON (GB) (22)

B g Showcasing - Harem Lady (FR) (Teofilo (IRE))

Owner Ne-Chance

Trainer Ian Williams, Alvechurch

Breeder Haras D’Etreham & Eric de Chambure

BLACK, EMERALD GREEN inverted triangle, WHITE cap.

68-9 (5)

Form 1045-00 D

Sponsored by Lenat International UK Ltd.

He has won four times from 1m to 1m 6f on good ground. Beaten 11l behind Blazeon Five at 16-1 when seventh of 8 on his latest outing at Ascot over 2m (soft) last month. Touched off in this 12 months ago but needs a revival in form after two listless runs this season. Official BHA Rating 89

GREEN TEAM (FR) (21)

B c Wootton Bassett - On The Line (FR) (Green Tune (USA))

Owner Fiji Racing Limited

Trainer Ian Williams, Alvechurch

Breeder Haras d’Etreham et al

48-7 (9)

Form 6-00400

Sponsored by Tote

LIGHT BLUE, EMERALD GREEN stars, LIGHT BLUE cap. A winner at 7f on good to firm ground. Beaten 17l behind Sheer Rocks at 22-1 when seventh of 8 on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m 4f (soft) last month. Faces a tough assignment on all known evidence and others are preferred. Official BHA Rating 87

Caius Chorister made a good reappearance this season at this course on ground that might have been too soft He is the second highest rated horse in the race, and with Ryan Moore onboard he is very likely to be involved in the ﬁnish. Scampi is the main danger for Andrew Balding and Hayley Turner He has won here before, the trip will suit and ground will be ideal.

BET TYPE: Quinella SELECTIONS: Caius Chorister, Scampi

DERBY DISTANCES

Longest – 10 lengths (1981 Shergar)

Shortest – short-head (since 1945 – 1972 Roberto, 1984 Secreto, 1998 Benny The Dip, 2006 Sir Percy)

SEVEN TH RA CE NO HORSE AGE WEIGHT DRAW JOCKEY 67

Harry Davies (3) Ben Sanderson (3)

1st 2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time

David Egan

Result

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Handicap Stakes (Class 2)

about SIX FURLONGS (6f abt 3yds) for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £75000

For conditions of this race see page 80

R A C E FA CT S

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): H Morrison (6 wins from 25 runners, 24%) runs HAYMAKER

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Carr (5 wins from 30 runners, 17%) runs BADRI

WEIGHTWATCHER: VENTUROUS won oﬀ a handicap mark of 95, his rating is now down 9lb to 86.

FANCY THAT: J J Quinn won this race in 2017 and 2022. The stable runs MR WAGYU today. I Williams won this race in 2018 and 2021. The stable runs NIGHT ON EARTH today.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: VENTUROUS trained by D & N Barron, Thirsk, 245 miles.

E P S O M RA CE SU MM AR Y

LAST YEAR’S WINNER

Mr Wagyu (IRE)

Probe arrives in fine form after scoring in a big-field handicap at Newmarket's Guineas meeting but he does have to cope with a 7lb hike in the ratings, and a chance is taken on VENTUROUS. David and Nicola Barron's veteran was a good second at Ayr and a repeat of that effort off the same mark could see him go close. Haymaker won well at Windsor and should be seriously considered, along with last year's victor Mr Wagyu.

WIN: VENTUROUS

PRESENTATION

EACH-WAY: Probe

The Japanese Racing Association is kindly awarding £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race, as well as a trophy to the winning owner, trainer and jockey

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 14

(EXACTA)

Strap worn by No. 14. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6.

Visor worn first time by No. 11. Hood worn by No. 2, 13. Visor worn by No. 4.

Probable S.P.’s - 5-1 Probe (GB), 13-2 Haymaker (GB), 9-1

10-1

(IRE), 12-1 Apollo One (GB), Badri (GB), Spring Bloom (GB), 14-1

(IRE), 16-1 Strike Red (IRE), 20-1 Night On Earth (IRE), 22-1

1 The Defiant (GB)

(IRE),

E I G H T H RA CE 5 . 05

STALLS: OUTSIDE Ridden by Jason Hart Owned by The New Century Partnership Trained by John Quinn | S/P 12-1 (14 ran) Tongue

EIGH TH RA CE

Mr Wagyu (IRE), Indian Creak Many A Star Venturous Baldomero (IRE), 40-1 Count Otto (IRE), 50-

EIGHTH RACE 5.05

1 APOLLO ONE (GB) (28)

Ch g Equiano (FR) - Boonga Roogeta (Tobougg (IRE))

Owner pcracing.co.uk

Trainer P. Charalambous & J. Clutterbuck, Newmarket

Breeder Peter Charalambous

PINK, BLACK sash, WHITE sleeves.

5 9-9 (14

Form 00321-3 D

)

He has won four times from 6f to 7f on good to firm and soft ground and on the all-weather. Third of 21 behind Probe beaten 3 1/2l at 12-1 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 6f (good to soft) last month. On much better terms with that rival today and could get closer. Official BHA Rating 97

2 PROBE (GB) (28)

B g Kingman - Tested (Selkirk (USA))

Owner John Marriott

Trainer Jennie Candlish, Leek

Breeder Juddmonte Farms (East) Ltd

5 9-9 (4)

Form 006-121 D

Sponsored by Torvic Magnets, PRA World Ltd

ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW (quartered), striped sleeves and cap.

He has won four times from 6f to 1m on good to soft and soft ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 15-2 at Newmarket over 6f (good to soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Chairmanoftheboard by 1 1/4l. Has also won at Wolverhampton this season. Good chance. Official BHA Rating 97

3 BADRI (GB) (17)

B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Penny Drops (Invincible Spirit (IRE))

Owner RJH Ltd and Mr D Padgett

Trainer Ruth Carr, Stillington Breeder Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook

BLACK, ORANGE cross belts, ORANGE cap.

6 9-8 (10)

Form 114016 D

Sponsored by XRE Construction Training Ltd

Winner of seven races from 5f to 7f on good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Finished 2 1/2l behind Bielsa when sixth of 21 at 14-1 on his latest outing at York over 6f (good) last month. Dropped 1lb in the ratings for that effort and a bold bid can be expected. Official BHA Rating 96

4 MR WAGYU

(IRE)

(17)

Ch g Choisir (AUS) - Lake Louise (IRE) (Haatef (USA))

Owner The New Century Partnership

Trainer John Quinn, Malton Breeder Danny O’Sullivan

8 9-8 (11)

Form 505-000 CD

Sponsored by JJ Quinn Racing Ltd, Warrendale Wagyu

ROYAL BLUE, ORANGE seams, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, ORANGE cap. Has won 15 races at 6f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Beaten 3l behind Bielsa at 40-1 when seventh of 21 on his latest outing at York over 6f (good) last month. Last year’s winner who has been given a chance by the handicapper so is a leading player again. Official BHA Rating 96

5 STRIKE RED (IRE) (28)

B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Capulet Monteque (IRE) (Camacho)

Owner Mr Peter Timmins

Trainer Richard Fahey, Malton Breeder Yeomanstown Stud

5 9-7 (8)

Form 01150-6 D

Sponsored by Tote

RED, ROYAL BLUE cross belts, RED sleeves, LIGHT BLUE diamonds, LIGHT BLUE and RED check cap. Winner of six races at 6f on ground varying from good to soft and on the all-weather. Finished 4 1/2l behind Probe when sixth of 21 at 18-1 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 6f (good to soft) last month. There was encouragement to take from that return to action. Official BHA Rating 95

6 BALDOMERO (IRE) (22)

B g Shalaa (IRE) - Besotted (IRE) (Dutch Art)

Owner The Horse Watchers 6

Trainer Michael Appleby, Oakham

Breeder C-Squared Investments

5 9-2 (13)

Richard Kingscote

Form 002423

NO HORSE AGE WEIGHT DRAW JOCKEY

7 HAYMAKER (GB) (12)

B g Muhaarar - Squash (Pastoral Pursuits)

Owner Collett, Morrison & Partners

Trainer Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley

Breeder Kirtlington Stud & Mrs Mary Taylor

49-1 (7)

Form 4153-31 D

YELLOW, RED seams, chevrons on sleeves, RED cap, YELLOW star.

He has won three times from 6f to 7f on good to firm and good ground. Won on his latest outing when 10-3jt-fav at Windsor over 6f (good to firm) last month, beating Spanish Star by 3/4l. Raised 4lb for that success and he has every chance of following up Official BHA Rating 89

SPRING BLOOM (GB) (14)

Ch g Power - Almond Branches (Dutch Art)

Owner Mrs Pam Aitken

Trainer Robert Eddery, Newmarket

Breeder Mr J. A. Knox and Mrs M. A. Knox

YELLOW, GREY armlets, GREY cap.

69-0 (6)

Form 0004-21

Sponsored by EDS Roofing Supplies (Midlands) Limited

He has won four times at 5f on good to firm and good ground. A winner at 7-1 at Newmarket over 5f (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Isle Of Lismore by 1/2l. Has questions to answer now upped in trip, but he’s an interesting proposition at a price. Official BHA Rating 88

9 MANY A STAR (IRE) (261)

68-13 (2)

Ch g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Many Hearts (USA) (Distorted Humor (USA))

Owner Mrs Phoebe Hobby

Trainer Paul & Oliver Cole, Whatcombe

Breeder T. Stack

Form 001220- D

Sponsored by Brightwalton Bloodstock Ltd

TURQUOISE, NAVY BLUE collar and cuffs, PINK cap. He has won four times at 6f on good to firm and good ground

Beaten 9l behind The Bell Conductor at 7-2fav when 12th of 14 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 5f in September last year. Seemingly happier on turf and he is more than capable off this mark. Official BHA Rating 87

10 VENTUROUS (IRE) (11) 10 8-12 (12)

Ch g Raven’s Pass (USA) - Bold Desire (Cadeaux Genereux)

Owner MrLaurenceO’Kane/HarrowgateBloodstockLtd

Trainer David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk

Breeder John Doyle

Form 5-62602 D

Sponsored by Tote

WHITE, EMERALD GREEN Cross of Lorraine, chevrons on sleeves, PINK cap. Has won 13 races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to heavy and on the all-weather. Beaten a neck by Walking On Clouds when second of eight at 16-1 on his latest outing at Ayr over 6f (good) last month. Certainly enters calculations after that run. Official BHA Rating 86

NIGHT ON EARTH (IRE) (5) 58-11 (1)

B g Kodiac - Eternal View (IRE) (Pivotal)

Owner Mr Spencer Coomes

Trainer Ian Williams, Alvechurch

Breeder Tally-Ho Stud

Form 166-044

Sponsored by Tote

RED, WHITE star, WHITE sleeves, RED seams, RED cap, WHITE star.

Has won eight races at 5f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 11/4l behind King Of Bavaria when last of 4 at 5-2 on his latest outing at Windsor over 5f (good to firm) last month. He is wearing a visor for the first time but this is tough. Official BHA Rating 85

INDIAN CREAK (IRE) (12) 68-11 (9)

B g Camacho - Ushindi (IRE) (Montjeu (IRE))

Owner Norman Court Stud & Susan Bunney

Trainer Jack Channon, West Ilsley

Breeder Mount Coote Stud & New England Stud

YELLOW, BLACK sash, BLACK cap.

Form 30-6133 C D

13 COUNT OTTO (IRE) (12) 8 8-9 (5)

B g Sir Prancealot (IRE) - Dessert Flower (IRE) (Intikhab (USA))

Owner Count Otto Partnership

Trainer Amanda Perrett, Pulborough

Breeder Noel Finegan

Form 51-0010 CD

Sponsored by Amanda Perrett Racing - Coombelands

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EMERALD GREEN, RED stars, EMERALD GREEN sleeves. Has won 11 races from 6f to 7f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 11l behind Haymaker at 33-1 when seventh of nine on his latest outing at Windsor over 6f (good to firm) last month. Appears to be facing a tough assignment this afternoon. Official BHA Rating 83

14 THE DEFIANT (GB) (8) 7 8-4 (3)

B g Morpheus - Killer Class (Kyllachy)

Owner Mrs Linda Chester

Trainer Daniel Steele, Henfield

Breeder Mr Frank Brady

Form 0-60234

Sponsored by Brady & Gallagher (1999) Ltd

ROYAL BLUE, WHITE cross belts, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, WHITE spots, ROYAL BLUE cap, WHITE diamond. Winner of seven races at 5f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather. Finished 2 3/4l behind Angle Land when fourth of 6 at 20-1 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 5f (good) last month. Runs from 9lb out of the handicap and is one of the more unlikely winners. Official BHA Rating 69

Another wonderfully competitive race to round off the card. Mr Wagyu is an 8 year old now, but on previous form he is running here off a workable mark. John Quinn is excellent with his sprinters and will no doubt have him primed for this. He has won at the track before and is highly likely to be there at the ﬁnish. Bet Type: Win

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Race Conditions

First Race - 12 50 THE BETFRED DIOMED STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 3)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £56710 to the winning horse

The second to receive £21500, the third £10760, the fourth £5360, the fifth £2690 and the sixth £1350 for three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, May 29th and pay £1000 stake, Declare by 10 00 a.m. June 1st. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 8st 10lb; fillies 8st 7lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 9st 8lb; fillies 9st 5lb Penalties, after August 31st, 2022, a winner of a Group 3 race 3lb Of a Group 2 race 5lb Of a Group 1 race 7lb. BETFRED has generously sponsored this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of BETFRED. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 8 entries at £1000 - Closed May 29th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £44560; Second £18290; Third £9150; Fourth £4570; Fifth £2290; Sixth £1140 (Penalty Value £56710) A SS

SEE PAGE 15 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race - 1 30 THE BETFRED DERBY (Class 1)(Group 1)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £885781 to the winning horse The second to receive £335819, the third £168065, the fourth £83720, the fifth £42016 and the sixth £21086 for three yrs old colts and fillies only. Enter by noon, December 7th, 2021 and pay £560 stake, Scratch by noon, March 7th or pay £1100, Second Entry by noon, April 4th and pay £9000 stake, Scratch by noon, May 19th or pay £3400, Second Entries Scratch by noon, May 19th or pay £11250, Confirm by noon, May 29th and pay £2800, Supplementary Entry by noon, May 29th and pay £85000 stake, Declare by 10 00 a.m. June 1st. Weights: Colts 9st 2lb; fillies 8st 13lb

NOTE: Horses will only be eligible to run in this race provided that they have a current BHA Handicap Rating of 80 or higher at midday of the confirmation stage. Horses which do not qualify for a rating may also be eligible providing the BHA Handicapper is satisfied that the horse’s racecourse performances up to and including 31 May merit a provisional assessment of 80 or higher. Horses which have not run will not be eligible.. BETFRED has generously sponsored this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of BETFRED. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. NOTE:- Entries for this race will be accepted at the time of the FIRST closing for horses which do not have a registered name at that time. However, such horses will be disqualified and removed from the race if a name has not been registered by noon Tuesday, March 7th, 2023, in accordance with Rule (E)3, Rule (E)4, Rule (E)8 and Rule (E)9 For horses trained in Great Britain, Ireland or the Channel Islands, an acceptable application must be made by the previous Friday. Horses entered for this race do not have to be implanted with a microchip until March 7th, 2023, the first scratching deadline. The winning horse in The Derby ‘Wild Card’ EBF Conditions Stakes at Epsom on 25 September 2022 and in the Blue Riband Trial, run at the Spring Meeting at Epsom Downs in April 2023, if not a gelding or already entered, will receive an automatic entry to this race on the proviso that, should the horse remain in The Derby after the subsequent scratching stages on March 7th (The Derby ‘Wild Card’ EBF Conditions Stakes winner only) and May 19th and confirmation stage on May 29th,the owner will be liable to meet the corresponding yearling payments of £1100, £3400 and £2800 respectively. In the event of a dead-heat in either race, both horses will receive an automatic entry to The Derby. ELIMINATION: If elimination is necessary from this race, the elimination sequence will be determined by the Eliminations and Balloting Procedures section of the Race Administration Code. This race will be restricted to 20 runners plus two reserves. The two reserves will be nominated as R21 and R22 (Please refer to the Special Notice published in The Racing Calendar and on the BHA’s Racing Administration Internet site www2.racingadmin.co.uk). The British Horseracing Authority has modified paragraphs 3, 5, 6, 7, 15 and 16 of the Race Entry Code for the purposes of this Race. SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS APPLY TO THE DRAW FOR THIS RACE Details of the draw will be published in the Racing Calendar and on www2racingadmin.co.uk THERE WILL BE A PARADE FOR THIS RACE. Runners will be led from the parade ring to the half-furlong pole before being released to canter to the start. (No confirmation of entry is required for Supplementary entries). 299 entries, 195 at £560, 70 at £1660, 12 at £9000, 5 at £5060, 1 at £20250, 8 at £7860, 7 at £23050, 1 at £85000 - Closed December 7th, 2021 Owners Prize Money. Winner £696005; Second £285681; Third £142918; Fourth £71381; Fifth £35769; Sixth £17806 (Penalty Value £885781 84) A SS

SEE PAGE 27 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race - 2 10 THE PRINCESS ELIZABETH STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 3)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £56710 to the winning horse

The second to receive £21500, the third £10760, the fourth £5360, the fifth £2690 and the sixth £1350 for three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only. Enter by noon, May 29th and pay £1000 stake, Declare by 10 00 a.m. June 1st. Weights: 3-y-o 8st 10lb; 4-y-o and up 9st 8lb Penalties, after August 31st, 2022, a winner of a Group 3 race 3lb Of a Group 2 race 5lb Of a Group 1 race 7lb. 10 entries at £1000 - Closed May 29th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £44560; Second £18290; Third £9150; Fourth £4570; Fifth £2290; Sixth £1140 (Penalty Value £56710) A SS

SEE PAGE 37 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race - 2.45 THE ASTON MARTIN 3YO “DASH” HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £30924 to the winning horse The second to receive £14502, the third £7254, the fourth £3624, the fifth £1812 and the sixth £906 for three yrs old only, Rated 0-90 (also open to such horses rated 91 and 92 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, May 29th and pay £300 stake, Declare by 10 00 a.m. June 1st. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 27th, 2023, for each race won 6lb. ASTON MARTIN has generously sponsored this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of ASTON MARTIN. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 18 entries at £300 - Closed May 29th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £24378; Second £12192; Third £6096; Fourth £3048; Fifth £1524; Sixth £762 (Penalty Value £30924) Weights raised 1lbs and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. 3 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10 SS

SEE PAGE 43 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race - 3 20 THE ASTON MARTIN “DASH” HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) (Heritage Handicap)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £50960 to the winning horse The second to receive £23890, the third £11960, the fourth £5970, the fifth £2990, the sixth £1480, the seventh £750 and the eighth £370 for three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, May 29th and pay £500 stake, Declare by 10 00 a.m. June 1st. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 12lb Penalties, after May 27th, 2023, a winner of a race 4lb Of 2 races 7lb NOTE: Any horse rated above 110 shall initially be treated as having that rating and the highest weight allotted shall be 9st 12lb. Subsequently, the excess over 110 in any rating shall be allotted to that horse without limitation to the highest weight to be carried.. ASTON MARTIN has generously sponsored this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of ASTON MARTIN. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 23 entries at £500 - Closed May 29th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £40160; Second £20080; Third £10040; Fourth £5020; Fifth £2510; Sixth £1250; Seventh £630; Eighth £310 (Penalty Value £50960) 7 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10 SS

SEE PAGE 51 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race - 3.55 THE BETFRED LESTER PIGGOTT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £38655 to the winning horse

The second to receive £18127, the third £9067, the fourth £4530, the fifth £2265 and the sixth £1132 for three yrs old only, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, May 29th and pay £375 stake, Declare by 10 00 a.m. June 1st. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 27th, 2023, for each race won 6lb. BETFRED has generously sponsored this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of BETFRED. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 21 entries at £375 - Closed May 29th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £30473; Second £15240; Third £7620; Fourth £3810; Fifth £1905; Sixth £953 (Penalty Value £38655)

1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10 SS

SEE PAGE 59 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race - 4.30 THE RIO FERDINAND FOUNDATION NORTHERN DANCER HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)

Penalties, after May 27th, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. The BHA has given permission for the winning rider in this year’s Derby to give up his/her ride in this race, if he/she so wishes. PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 18 entries, at £375 - Closed May 29th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £30473; Second £15240; Third £7620; Fourth £3810; Fifth £1905; Sixth £953 (Penalty Value £38655) SS

SEE PAGE 65 FOR THIS RACE.

Eighth Race - 5.05 THE JRA TOKYO TROPHY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £38655 to the winning horse The second to receive £18127, the third £9067, the fourth £4530, the fifth £2265 and the sixth £1132 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 86-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107; such horses rated 85 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £375 stake if the horse is rated 86 or higher, or £75 stake if the horse is rated 85 or lower with £300 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10 00 a.m. June 1st. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 27th, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. JRA has generously sponsored this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of JRA. The sponsorship payment of £250 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 19 entries, 2 at £75 and 17 at £375 - Closed May 29th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £30473; Second £15240; Third £7620; Fourth £3810; Fifth £1905; Sixth £953 (Penalty Value £38655) Weights raised 6lbs and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS

SEE PAGE 73 FOR THIS RACE.

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