Pontefract Racecard - Monday 7th June

MONDAY EVENING racenight MONDAY 7th JUNE 2021

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W e w i s h t h at w e c o u l d w e l c o m e yo u b a c k i n m o r e ‘ n o r m a l ’ t i m e s b u t i t ’ s fa n ta s t i c t o j u s t s e e p e o p l e b a c k o n c o u r s e .

O u r a i m i s t o k e e p yo u a s s a f e a s p o s s i b l e a n d t h e r e a r e a n u m b e r o f r e s t r i c t i o n s w h i c h h av e b e e n p u t i n p l a c e i n c o n j u n c t i o n w i t h o u r l o c a l S a f e t y A d v i s o ry G r o u p w h o a r e f o l l o w i n g G o v e r n m e n t l e g i s l at i o n .

A s yo u ’ d e x p e c t t h e r e a r e a n u m b e r o f c h a n g e s t o t h e n o r m a l s e r v i c e a n d w e ’ d b e g r at e f u l f o r yo u r c o o p e r at i o n i n f o l l o w i n g o n e way s y s t e m s , a b i d i n g by s o c i a l d i s ta n c i n g, u s i n g t h e h a n d s a n i t i s e r a n d w e a r i n g a fa c e m a s k w h e n e v e r yo u g o i n d o o r s .

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THE NORTHERN COMMERCIALS IVECO & FIAT EBF MAIDEN FILLIES’ STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE) for maiden two yrs old fillies x Total race value £6000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2560, 2nd £1280, 3rd £640, 4th £320.

(Penalty Value £3240) For conditions of this race, see page 31 FO RM A N A LYS I S - A C LOS E R L OOK

| F A CT S | F A NCIES | FORM | STATS |

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (16-21): R Fahey (43 wins from 326 runners, 13%) runs NO NAY NICKI and RANEEN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): M Johnston (11 wins from 79 runners, 14%) runs EXCLUSIVE TIMES LONGEST TRAVELLER: DARK TULIP trained by R Hannon, Marlborough, 204 miles.

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1 DARK TULIP (GB) (-)

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Br B f Dark Angel (IRE) - Rimth O Denford Stud B Denford Stud Ltd

Sean Levey J Richard Hannon, Marlborough T

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 31. Dark Angel filly. Half-sister to several winners, including useful winner up to 1m Bullingdon and useful 1m winner Garrick. Interesting newcomer.

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2 DAWN RISER (IRE) (-)

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Br B f Profitable (IRE) - Up At Dawn O The Unprofitable Partnership B Corrin Stud & Donal Mcabhaird

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Jane Elliott J Tom Dascombe, Malpas T NAF S

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 17. EUR16,000 foal, Profitable filly. Half-sister to 3 winners, including smart winner TFRHHHII BHAup to 1m Up In Time and 6f winner Jimmy’s Hall. Dam maiden (stayed 1m).

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Br B f The Gurkha (IRE) - Al Janadeirya O Times of Wigan B Times of Wigan Ltd

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Franny Norton J Mark Johnston, Middleham T Johnston Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 22. The Gurkha filly. Closely related to 2-y-o 6f winner Perfect Times and half-sister TFRHHHHI BHAto 3 winners, including useful winner up to 6f Antonella. Dam 5.5f winner.

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Br Gr f Ardad (IRE) - Heavenly Angel Daniel Tudhope J O Clipper Logistics Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T B Mr Donnchadh Higgins TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 7. £36,000 yearling, Ardad filly. Dam maiden (stayed 7f).

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5 HURT YOU NEVER (IRE) (23) 0 Br B f Dandy Man (IRE) - Kyllarney O Mr Dave Stone B Mount Coote Estates

Tony Hamilton J Adrian Nicholls, Sessay T

TIMEFORM VIEW 30,000 gns 2-y-o, Dandy Man filly. Half-sister to 6f winner Alex Gracie. Eighth of 11 in maiden at Thirsk (5f, heavy, 28/1) on debut 23 days ago.

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6 NO NAY NICKI (IRE) (23) 6

Br Ch f No Nay Never (USA) - Pure Vanity O P. D. Smith Holdings Ltd B Manister House Stud & Grange Stud

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Paul Hanagan J Richard Fahey, Malton T

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 11. 50,000 gns yearling, No Nay Never filly. Sixth of 11 in maiden (5/1) at Thirsk (5f, heavy) on debut 23 days ago. Likely to improve.

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Br B f Galileo Gold - Fainleog (IRE) O Mr Terence Elsey B Tally-Ho Stud

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Paul Mulrennan J Ollie Pears, Malton T

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled January 29. £8,000 yearling, Galileo Gold filly. Dam, 5f winner who stayed 10.5f, half-sister to smart winner up to 6f The Reaper.

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Br B f Ribchester (IRE) - Mahsooba (USA) O Mr Ali Salman B Ballinafad Stud

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Jack Garritty J Richard Fahey, Malton T

TIMEFORM VIEW £22,500 Ribchester half-sister to 6f winner Velocistar. Dam 2-y-o 7f winner. Eighth of 10 in minor event (100/1) at Wolverhampton (6.1f) on debut 14 days ago.

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Br B f Dabirsim (FR) - Vally Jem (FR) O Nick Bradley Racing 47 B S.C.E.A. Des Bissons

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Clifford Lee J K. R. Burke, Leyburn T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW EUR50,000 Dabirsim half-sister to useful winner up to 1 1/4m Gally Jem and 9.5f winner Hally Jem. fourth of 6 in maiden at Haydock (6f, heavy, 9/1) on debut 17 days ago. May well do better.

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Record Time: 1min 14.0secs; Median Time: 1min 16.90secs Probable S.P.’s: 4-1 Guest List (IRE), 5-1 Exclusive Times (GB), No Nay Nicki (IRE), 11-2 Dark Tulip (GB), 13-2 True Jem (FR), 11-1 Dawn Riser (IRE), 12-1 Qweldryk (IRE), 50-1 Hurt You Never (IRE), 66-1 Raneen (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

This could go to one of the newcomers, and none appeals more than Richard Hannon’s DARK TULIP, a half-sister to 2 useful winners. Exclusive Times and Guest List are two other debutantes to respect, while True Jem might be best of those with experience.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.DARK TULIP 2.EXCLUSIVE TIMES 3.GUEST LIST (IRE)

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THE FATHER’S DAY RACEDAY ON 20TH JUNE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

for three yrs old and upwards x Total race value £6700 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2347, 2nd £1173, 3rd £587, 4th £293, 5th £240, 6th £240, 7th £240, 8th £240. (Penalty Value £2970)

For conditions of this race, see page 31 FO RM A N A LYS I S - A C LOS E R L OOK

| F A CT S | F A NCIES | FORM | STATS |

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (16-21): T Easterby (31 wins from 250 runners, 12%) runs GULLANE ONE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Easterby (10 wins from 103 runners, 10%) runs GULLANE ONE WEIGHTWATCHER: GULLANE ONE won off a handicap mark of 67, his rating is now down 8lb to 59.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: MRS DIBBLE trained by I Williams, Alvechurch, 118 miles.

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Jason Hart J John Quinn, Malton T JJ Quinn Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW 1 win from 3 runs this year. 16/5, won 8-runner handicap at Hamilton (6f, good to firm) 4 days ago, readily. Carries penalty. Remains of interest.

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Br Ch g New Approach (IRE) - Purple Glow (IRE) Jamie Gormley J O Miss Vanessa Church Ruth Carr, Stillington T B W. Maxwell Ervine Xre Construction Training Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner. Latest win here in April. 28/1, respectable third of 15 in handicap at TFRHHHII BHA72 York (7f, good to soft) 16 days ago. Not taken lightly.

Br B g Paco Boy (IRE) - Shirley Blake (IRE) O Mr J Blackburn & Mr A Turton B Rathbarry Stud

Graham Lee J Paul Midgley, Westow T Sheridan Fabrications Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW 6-time C&D winner. 11/1, 13 lengths last of 5 to Magical Effect in handicap at this C&D (good) TFRHHHII BHA70 40 days ago. Took a few outings to get going last year so not one to write off.

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Br B g Dream Ahead (USA) - Polly Perkins (IRE) James Sullivan J O Mr Vimal Khosla Ruth Carr, Stillington T B Vimal and Gillian Khosla Xre Construction Training Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Thirteen runs since last win in 2019. 3 1/2 lengths third of 5 to Magical Effect in handicap (2/1) at this C&D (good) 40 days ago. Can make presence felt back down in class.

TFRHHHHI BHA61 Br Ch g Dream Ahead (USA) - Shamsalmaidan (IRE) O Mount Pleasant Racing B E. Phelan & Dream Ahead Syndicate

Ella McCain (5) J Tim Easterby, Malton T C & C Horse Transport S

TIMEFORM VIEW Boasts a rather all-or-nothing profile, though had excuses when ninth of 12 in handicap at Catterick (6f, soft) on return 28 days ago, going off too hard.

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Br Ch g Twilight Son - Miss Marvellous (USA) O The Usual Suspects B Elwick Stud

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Paul Mulrennan J Lawrence Mullaney, Malton T

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Southwell in January. Respectable fourth of 9 in handicap (4/1) at Haydock (5f, soft) 11 days ago.

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7 BILLYFAIRPLAY (IRE) (122) 050-000 D Br B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Nurture (IRE) O Michael Marsh and Griffiths B John O’Connor

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Andrew Elliott J David C. Griffiths, Bawtry T Group Industrial UK Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Thirteen runs since last win in 2020. Twelfth of 14 in handicap (125/1) at Newcastle (8f). Off 122 days.

TFRHHIII BHA57 Back down in trip. First run for yard after leaving Ronald Thompson. Cheekpieces back on.

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Br B or Gr g Gutaifan (IRE) - School Holidays (USA) Daniel Tudhope J O Ontoawinner 9 & Partner 3 David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T B Mountarmstrong Stud www.ontoawinner.net S

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced winner. Eighth of 9 in handicap at Ripon (6f, soft, 50/1) 11 days ago.

Must improve.

TFRHHIII BHA65

9 SFUMATO (GB) (35) 60404-0 D

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Br Br g Bated Breath - Modern Look O Mr J. A. Rattigan B Juddmonte Farms Ltd

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Harry Russell (5) J Ollie Pears, Malton T

TIMEFORM VIEW First run since leaving Adrian Nicholls and looked rusty when tenth of 15 in handicap at Beverley (7.4f, good to soft, 40/1) 35 days ago. Cheekpieces back on.

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Br B g Swiss Spirit - Ginger Cookie O Mr John Blackburn and Mr Paul Dixon B Mrs Fiona Denniff

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P. J. McDonald J Scott Dixon, Rolleston T Sheridan Fabrications Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Twelfth of 15 in handicap (12/1) at Catterick (7f, soft) 9 days ago. Others more TFRHHHII BHA56 persuasive.

11 DANDY’S MAX (IRE) (38) 220-000 Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Fonnie (IRE) O Mr Colin Taylor and Miss Kay Wilding B Fortbarrington Stud

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Cam Hardie J Stella Barclay, Garstang T Lancashire Racing Stables Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Well-held this season but unsuited by step up in trip last time. Cheekpieces on for TFRHHIII BHA58 1st time.

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Br B or Br f Dabirsim (FR) - Ossun (FR) O Mr Allan A. Grant B S.A.R.L. Haras Des Capucines et al

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Joe Fanning J Ian Williams, Alvechurch T Lyte Products Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW 8/1 and tongue strap on, bit below form ninth of 16 in handicap at Nottingham (8.3f, heavy) 15 days ago, finding little. Back down in trip. Worth another chance on turf now on better ground.

TFRHHHHH BHA51

DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 11. Visor worn by No. 1, 8.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 5, 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3, 5, 7, 9.

Record Time: 1min 12.6secs; Median Time: 1min 16.90secs Stewards Note: BILLYFAIRPLAY: Following its run on 5/2/2021 it was reported that the horse was hampered three furlongs out.

Probable S.P.’s: 4-1 Mr Wagyu (IRE), 11-2 Final Frontier (IRE), 7-1 Marve (GB), 17-2 Gullane One (IRE), 9-1 Magical Effect (IRE), 10-1 Mrs Dibble (FR), 14-1 Shackabooah (GB), 18-1 Mr Orange (IRE), 22-1 Sfumato (GB), 33-1 Billyfairplay (IRE), My Best Friend (IRE), Dandy’s Max (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

MRS DIBBLE looks on a fair mark on the pick of her form and the drop back in trip should suit this free-goer. Final Frontier has been holding his form well and rates a big threat back down in class, while Mr Wagyu is another to consider under a penalty.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.MRS DIBBLE (FR) 2.FINAL FRONTIER (IRE) 3.MR WAGYU (IRE)

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THE NORTHERN COMMERCIALS IVECO “S” WAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £19000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £7630, 2nd £3815, 3rd £1908, 4th £954, 5th £477. (Penalty Value £9682.40) Weights raised 7lbs and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

For conditions of this race, see page 31

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| F A CT S | F A NCIES | FORM | STATS |

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (16-21): R Fahey (43 wins from 326 runners, 13%) runs FURZIG TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): W Haggas (11 wins from 39 runners, 28%) runs A STAR ABOVE LONGEST TRAVELLER: BRASCA trained by R Beckett, Kimpton Down, 214 miles.

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Br Gr g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Moon Empress (FR) O Dr Marwan Koukash B Foursome Thoroughbreds

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P. J. McDonald J Ian Williams, Alvechurch T Euromatech S

TIMEFORM VIEW Below form fifth of 9 in handicap (6/1) at Chester (10.3f, good to soft) 31 days ago.

Should strip fitter for that but he’s high enough in the weights.

TFRHHHII BHA97

2 BRASCA (GB) (31) 512/-210 D

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Br Ch g Nathaniel (IRE) - Regalline (IRE) O Frank Brady & Brian Scanlon B Mrs C. R. Philipson & Lofts Hall Stud

Br B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Loveisallyouneed (IRE) O Sheikh Juma Dalmook Al Maktoum B Newsells Park Stud

(1)

Non Runner J Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T R M Beckett Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW NON RUNNER.

3 A STAR ABOVE (GB) (24) 1240-31 D

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TFRIIIII BHA90

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Daniel Tudhope J William Haggas, Newmarket T

TIMEFORM VIEW 4/1, career best when winning 7-runner handicap at Newmarket (14f, good to soft) 24 days ago, TFRHHHHH BHA89 driven out. Likeable type who may yet have more progress in him, so strong claims.

4 AL MADHAR (FR) (16) 655-546 Br B g Siyouni (FR) - Phiz (GER) O Shadwell Estate Company Ltd B Mr Robin Geffen

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Sean Levey J Richard Hannon, Marlborough T

TIMEFORM VIEW Blinkered for 1st time, last of 6 in handicap (8/1) at Newmarket (10f, soft) 16 days ago. Back up in trip. Others make more appeal.

TFRHHIII BHA88

5 FURZIG (GB) (11) 1-24431 D

Br B g Monsieur Bond (IRE) - Princess Cocoa (IRE) O Mr & Mrs P. Ashton B Mr & Mrs P. Ashton

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Paul Hanagan J Richard Fahey, Malton T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW 7/1, won 6-runner handicap at Ripon (12f, soft) 11 days ago, cosily. Remains very well treated on old form, so worth a chance to follow up.

TFRHHHHI BHA82

DECLARED RUNNERS 5 Blinkers worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1.

Record Time: 2mins 33.72secs; Median Time: 2mins 40.80secs Stewards Note: AL MADHAR: Following its run on 22/5/2021 it was reported that the horse would prefer a faster surface.

Probable S.P.’s: 6-4 A Star Above (GB), 2-1 Furzig (GB), 4-1 Restorer (GB), 9-1 Al Madhar (FR)

PLAY SMARTER

A STAR ABOVE showed a good attitude to get back to winning ways at Newmarket and probably hasn’t finished progressing, so he’s narrowly preferred to fellow last-time-out winner Furzig, who still has plenty of handicapping scope based on AW form.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.A STAR ABOVE 2.FURZIG 3.RESTORER

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THE RACING ON 6TH JULY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £6700 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2347, 2nd £1173, 3rd £587, 4th £293, 5th £240, 6th £240, 7th £240, 8th £240. (Penalty Value £2970)

For conditions of this race, see page 31 FO RM A N A LYS I S - A C LOS E R L OOK

| F A CT S | F A NCIES | FORM | STATS |

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (16-21): T Easterby (31 wins from 250 runners, 12%) runs OBEE JO TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Easterby (10 wins from 103 runners, 10%) runs OBEE JO FANCY THAT: P Midgley won this race in 2013, 2018 and 2019. The stable runs SALUTI and VENTURA EXPRESS today.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: ARNOLD trained by Mrs A Duffield, Leyburn, 60 miles.

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Br B g Acclamation - Greek Easter (IRE) O R Bradley & M Hammond B J. Hanly

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Graham Lee J Paul Midgley, Westow T Industrial Racking Supplies Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner. 11/2, creditable fourth of 10 in handicap at Thirsk (5f, good) 37 days ago. Shortlist material despite a tricky draw.

TFRHHHHI BHA75

2 YOLO AGAIN (IRE) (22) 6040-23 D

Br B m Toronado (IRE) - Suite (IRE) O Kingmaker Racedays & Thoroughbred Homes B The Suite Partnership

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Gemma Tutty (3) J Karen Tutty, Northallerton T Karen Tutty Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Sixteen runs since last win in 2019. 5/2, bit below form third of 6 in handicap at Ripon TFRHHHII BHA74 (5f, heavy) 22 days ago. Remains of interest, though stall 8 isn’t ideal.

3 VENTURA EXPRESS (GB) (10) 326-125 CD BF Br Ch g Mayson - Mail Express (IRE) O Double Espresso and Partners B Scuderia Archi Romani

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Kevin Stott J Paul Midgley, Westow T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner. Winner here in April. 3/1, fifth of 6 in handicap at this C&D (soft) 10 days ago. Return TFRHHHII BHA74 to this ground will suit and could go well under an attacking ride from stall 1.

4 CANFORD BAY (IRE) (11) 235035 D

Br B g Canford Cliffs (IRE) - Maundays Bay (IRE) O Northgate Racing B Mr R. McCulloch

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Cam Hardie J Antony Brittain, Warthill T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Thirteen runs since last win in 2020. Fifth of 7 in handicap (13/2) at Haydock (5f, soft) 11 days ago, finding little. Tongue strap on 1st time. Others make more appeal.

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5 YOUNG TIGER (GB) (23) 01620-4 CD

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Br B g Captain Gerrard (IRE) - Blades Princess James Sullivan J O T T Racing Tom Tate, Tadcaster T B Mrs J. McMahon & Mickley Stud Tom Tate Racing S TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner. Fourth of 7 in handicap at Newmarket (5f, good to soft, 16/1) 23 days ago, needing stronger gallop. On a fair mark and well drawn, so very much one to consider.

TFRHHHHH BHA72 Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Gist (IRE) O Colne Valley Racing & Partner B William Joseph Martin

Daniel Tudhope J Roger Fell, Nawton T

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner. Latest win at Ripon in April. 4/1, fourth of 6 in handicap at Ripon (5f, heavy) 22 days ago. Others look better treated.

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7 JOSHUA R (IRE) (5) 000-006 D

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NNER ON-RU N TIMEFORM VIEW 15/2, sixth of 8 in handicap at Ripon (5f, good) 5 days ago. Doesn’t seem to be at Br B g Canford Cliffs (IRE) - Khobaraa O MrM.Rozenbroek/HarrowgateBloodstockLtd B Mr M. J. Rozenbroek

the top of his game currently.

Non Runner J David Barron, Thirsk T Kiwi T.B. S

TFRHHIII BHA67

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Harrison Shaw J Ben Haslam, Middleham T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW 16/1, last of 7 in handicap at Hamilton (5f, good to soft) 12 days ago. Others have achieved more recently.

TFRHHIII BHA64

9 OBEE JO (IRE) (9) 106-501

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Br B g Kodiac - Maleha (IRE) O Mrs Joanne Boxcer & Partner B Tally-Ho Stud

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Ella McCain (5) J Tim Easterby, Malton T Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW 8/1, improved on recent efforts to win 8-runner handicap at Catterick (6f, soft) 9 days ago, bit in hand. Remains with handicapping scope, so could follow up if things drop right.

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Br B g Equiano (FR) - Azurinta (IRE) O DJ & SA Shewring & Partner B Tirnaskea Stud

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Joe Fanning J Ann Duffield, Leyburn T Sims Suzuki S

TIMEFORM VIEW Eighteen runs since last win in 2018. Creditable third of 10 in handicap at Wetherby TFRHHHII BHA55 (5.5f, good, 14/1) 43 days ago. Not discounted for all he’s hard to win with.

DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 4. Hood worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 9.

Record Time: 1min 0.49secs; Median Time: 1min 3.30secs Stewards Note: SALUTI: Following its run on 1/5/2021 it was reported that the horse was impeded with a furlong to go.

VENTURA EXPRESS: Following its run on 28/5/2021 it was reported that the horse fly leapt leaving the stalls.

PLAY SMARTER

YOUNG TIGER is likely to strip fitter for his reappearance and has a low draw from which to attack from, so he’s fancied to gain his second C&D success in an open event.

If the leaders go too quick, in-form pair Obee Jo and Saluti are likely to get involved.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.YOUNG TIGER 2.OBEE JO (IRE) 3.SALUTI (IRE)

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Pontefract Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner in the Winner’s Enclosure after this race. A cash prize of £30 will also be presented to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

A B B RE VIATIONS BF - Beaten Favourite.

D - Distance Winner.

C - Course Winner. d - Disqualified.

U - Unseated Rider.

S - Slipped.

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Probable S.P.’s: 9-2 Obee Jo (IRE), 13-2 Saluti (IRE), Yolo Again (IRE), 15-2 Dapper Man (IRE), 17-2 Arnold (GB), 9-1 Ventura Express (GB), Young Tiger (GB), 12-1 Canford Bay (IRE), 25-1 Auckland Lodge (IRE)

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THE RACING TV ON SKY CHANNEL 426 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £6200 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2134, 2nd £1067, 3rd £534, 4th £267, 5th £240, 6th £240. (Penalty Value £2700) Weights lowered 3lbs.

For conditions of this race, see page 31 FO RM A N A LYS I S - A C LOS E R L OOK

| F A CT S | F A NCIES | FORM | STATS |

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (16-21): R Fahey (43 wins from 326 runners, 13%) runs LEXINGTON WARFARE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): M Johnston (11 wins from 79 runners, 14%) runs PUCKLE LONGEST TRAVELLER: PUCKLE trained by M Johnston, Middleham, 59 miles.

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1 LEXINGTON WARFARE (IRE) (13) 12032-0 Br B g Acclamation - Soul Mountain (IRE) O Middleham Park Racing CVIII & Partner B George Kent

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Paul Hanagan J Richard Fahey, Malton T Tattersalls (Ireland) Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has gone well fresh in the past but looked a bit rusty on this occasion after 7 months off when twelfth of 14 in handicap at Newcastle (10.2f) 13 days ago. Type to bounce back.

TFRHHHII BHA66

2 YUKON (IRE) (7) 30-0305 BF

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3 BROKEN RIFLE (GB) (26) 015304

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Br Br g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Alegra Daniel Tudhope J O David Lumley & Nick Crummack David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T B Sir Robert Ogden TIMEFORM VIEW Strong in the betting down in grade but produced a laboured effort when fifth of 7 in seller at Leicester (10f, good) 7 days ago. Visor back on.

TFRHHHII BHA66 Br B g Havana Gold (IRE) - Peace Concluded O Mr W. A. Bethell B The Pocock Family

Joanna Mason (3) J William Bethell, Arnold T

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Wolverhampton in February. Creditable fourth of 13 in handicap (8/1) at Bath (10.2f, good) TFRHHHII BHA65 26 days ago. Sold from Ivan Furtado £9,000 later in May but new yard are in good form.

4 PUCKLE (GB) (5) 2-32221 D

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Br B f Poet’s Voice - Pasithea (IRE) O The Pucka Partnership B Lady Legard

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Joe Fanning J Mark Johnston, Middleham T Johnston Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW 10/3 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, ended her run of near misses when winning 7-runner handicap at Nottingham (10.2f, good to firm) 5 days ago. Carries penalty. Should remain competitive.

TFRHHHHI BHA60

5 BIT OF A QUIRKE (GB) (9) 0-02212 D

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Br Ch g Monsieur Bond (IRE) - Silk (IRE) Ella McCain (5) J O Mr A. Quirke & Mrs G. B. Walford Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T B Dr A. Gillespie Cube3 Construction S TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Leicester in May. Creditable second of 7 in handicap at Beverley (9.9f, soft, 3/1) 9 days ago. Respected.

TFRHHHHI BHA64 Br B g Multiplex - Mi Amor (IRE) O Country Lane Partnership B Burgage Stud

Phil Dennis J Simon Whitaker, Scarcroft T Yorkshire Bale S

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner. First run since leaving Richard Whitaker when third of 11 in handicap (16/1) at this course TFRHHHHH BHA63 (8f, good) 49 days ago, never nearer. Back up in trip. Has good chance on pick of form.

DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Visor worn by No. 2, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4.

Record Time: 2mins 8.2secs; Median Time: 2mins 13.70secs Probable S.P.’s: 7-2 Puckle (GB), 4-1 Billy Roberts (IRE), 9-2 Broken Rifle (GB), Bit of A Quirke (GB), 11-2 Yukon (IRE), 9-1 Lexington Warfare (IRE)

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BILLY ROBERTS took a step back in the right direction after 6 months off when third here 7 weeks ago and he remains on a handy mark if building on that. Puckle responded well to this headgear when scoring at Nottingham last week and is feared most under a penalty.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BILLY ROBERTS (IRE) 2.PUCKLE 3.BIT OF A QUIRKE

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Pontefract Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner in the Winner’s Enclosure after this race. A cash prize of £30 will also be presented to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

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THE TONY BETHELL MEMORIAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

(Round 3 of the Pontefract Stayers Championship 2021)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £9450 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3520, 2nd £1760, 3rd £880, 4th £440, 5th £240, 6th £240. (Penalty Value £4454.99) For conditions of this race, see page 31 FO RM A N A LYS I S - A C LOS E R L OOK

| F A CT S | F A NCIES | FORM | STATS |

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (16-21): I Williams (4 wins from 27 runners, 15%) runs DYNALI TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): I Williams (5 wins from 38 runners, 13%) runs DYNALI LONGEST TRAVELLER: WARRANTY trained by H Whittington, Sparsholt, 210 miles.

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Br Ch g Dubawi (IRE) - Evil Empire (GER) O Nigel Dunnington & David Shaw B Darley

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Ella McCain (5) J Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T Proactive Personnel Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner on Flat. Successful over hurdles at Musselburgh in March. 6/1, fourth of 6 in handicap at Carlisle (17.2f, soft) 10 days ago. 2lb drop will help and could be involved.

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2 ARABESCATO (GB) (2) 216132 C

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Br Gr g Outstrip - Cat Hunter Kevin Stott J O Mr David Cohen John Butler, Newmarket T B Mr David Cohen TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner. 3 wins from 8 runs this year. Latest win here in April. Second of 4 in handicap at Lingfield (16.3f, good, 5/2) 2 days ago. Player.

TFRHHHHH BHA75 Br B g Authorized (IRE) - Ballymena Lassie O The Guaranteed Success Syndicate B S.C.E.A. Des Bissons

Edward Greatrex J Harry Whittington, Sparsholt T Webbswood S

TIMEFORM VIEW Good run over the marathon trip here in April, though that form didn’t work out, and he downed TFRHHHII BHA67 tools at Nottingham 20 days ago. Blinkers on 1st time on the Flat. Risky.

4 FLINT HILL (GB) (88) 0655/6-3

Br Ch g Excelebration (IRE) - Modify O R Whitelock, L Clemitson & R Jefferson B Denniff Farms Ltd

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Graham Lee J Ruth Jefferson, Malton T Ruth Jefferson Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Seventh of 11 in handicap hurdle at Perth (20.2f, heavy, 3/1) 25 days ago. Fair on the Flat and probably not on a bad mark if he takes to this unique test.

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Br B g Dansili - Lunar Phase (IRE) Franny Norton J O Golden Equinox Racing Ian Williams, Alvechurch T B Al Asayl Bloodstock Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW 3/1, won 8-runner handicap at Chelmsford City (16f) 7 days ago, better placed than most. Carries penalty. Has to be respected up in class.

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6 ROYAL BORN (IRE) (9) 400630 Br B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Albarouche O Mr Nick Marks B Barouche Stud (Ire) Ltd

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William Humphrey (7) J Alan Phillips, Callow End T

TIMEFORM VIEW Temperamental maiden. Bit below form seventh of 14 in handicap (66/1) at Catterick (15.9f, soft) 9 days ago. Impossible to fancy.

TFRHIIII BHA38

DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Blinkers worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 5.

Record Time: 3mins 40.67secs; Median Time: 3mins 44.60secs Stewards Note: WARRANTY: Following its run on 18/5/2021 it was reported that the horse hung left handed throughout.

FLINT HILL: Following its run on 13/5/2021 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

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Probable S.P.’s: 5-2 Arabescato (GB), 3-1 Flint Hill (GB), 7-2 Dynali (GB), 11-2 Ottonian (GB), 8-1 Warranty (FR), 200-1 Royal Born (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

A trappy staying handicap that can go to ARABESCATO. He took well to the course when winning the first round of this competition in April and was back on his game when second at Lingfield on Sunday. Flint Hill is interesting, while Chelmsford-winner Dynali has to be respected under a penalty for all this is a step up in grade.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ARABESCATO 2.FLINT HILL 3.DYNALI

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William Bethell, Chairman of Pontefract Racecourse will present a perpetual trophy and a memento to the winning owner in the Winner’s Enclosure after this race. A cash prize of £30 will also be presented to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

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MR WOLF Question & Answer Session

Many of you will remember the hero of several Ponte meetings of the past – Mr Wolf.

We thought it was about time we found out about the horse behind the name, and so we’ve had an in-depth interview with the horse himself, asking those probing questions that you’ve always wanted to know.

FACTFILE Name: Mr Wolf Age: 17 Sire: Wolfhound Dam: Madam Millie Number of career wins: 13 Number of Ponte wins: 8 Number of lifetime runs: 113 Track first race won: Newcastle How many different jockeys won on him: 8 Famous relations: Brother to Celtic Mill who won 17 times (twice at Ponte) including a Group 2. He also holds the course record of 5 furlongs at Doncaster!

What’s your favourite food? Polos & grass What are your dislikes? Rain, having to stay in a stable, straight tracks and vets!

And your likes? Sunshine, running fast & being the centre of attention.

I also love going out in the field and LOVE rolling in mud!

Do you have any bad habits? Weaving, impatience & bucking Who’s your favourite jockey? Fergal Lynch How have you been spending your retirement? Chilling out with mates & showing the younger horses some of my best tricks What’s your favourite Racecourse? Pretty obvious - Pontefract!

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THE MR WOLF SPRINT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3)

for three yrs old x Total race value £11500 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4618, 2nd £2309, 3rd £1155, 4th £577, 5th £289. (Penalty Value £5860.40) For conditions of this race, see page 31 FO RM A N A LYS I S - A C LOS E R L OOK

| F A CT S | F A NCIES | FORM | STATS |

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (16-21): R Fahey (43 wins from 326 runners, 13%) runs STRIKE RED TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Watson (6 wins from 30 runners, 20%) runs EXCEL POWER FANCY THAT: K Ryan won this race in 2011, 2016 and 2019. The stable runs BERGERAC today.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: MITROSONFIRE trained by Muir & Grassick, Lambourn, 180 miles.

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1 EXCEL POWER (IRE) (13) 4111 D

9-7

(1)

Br B c Slade Power (IRE) - Rhythm Excel O Mr Mohammed Rashid B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

Adam McNamara J Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn T

TIMEFORM VIEW 3 wins from 4 runs this year. Didn’t need to be at best when winning 9-runner handicap (3/1) at Lingfield (6f, AW) 13 days ago. On a roll and respected again.

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2 BERGERAC (IRE) (40) 3226-21 CD

9-6

Br B g Kodi Bear (IRE) - Fancy Vivid (IRE) O Mrs Angie Bailey B Mark & Caroline Hanly

(2)

Kevin Stott J Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T Kevin Ryan Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW 1 win from 2 runs this year. Career best when winning 8-runner handicap at this TFRHHHHH BHA87 C&D (good, 5/4) 40 days ago, forging clear.

3 STRIKE RED (IRE) (30) 451-06 CD

8-9

Br B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Capulet Monteque (IRE) O Mr Peter Timmins B Yeomanstown Stud

(3)

Paul Hanagan J Richard Fahey, Malton T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced winner. C&D winner. Below form sixth of 14 in handicap at Thirsk TFRHHHII BHA76 (6f, soft, 20/1) 30 days ago, left poorly placed. Bit to find.

4 MITROSONFIRE (GB) (13) 201-643 D

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Br Gr g Lethal Force (IRE) - Blaugrana (IRE) P. J. McDonald J O Mr John O’Mulloy William Muir & Chris Grassick, Lambourn T B Stowell Hill Ltd Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW 6/1, very good neck third of 9 to Excel Power in handicap at Lingfield (6f, AW) 13 days ago, TFRHHHHI BHA75 running on late. Progressing well recently and not discounted.

5 TOMMY TITTLEMOUSE (IRE) (11) 560-402 D Br B g Sir Prancealot (IRE) - French Doll (IRE) O Linsey & Ian Pallas B John McAteer

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(5)

Ben Robinson J Brian Ellison, Malton T Hughes Bros Construction LTD S

TIMEFORM VIEW Cheekpieces on for 1st time, good second of 9 in handicap at Ripon (6f, soft, 16/1) 11 days ago, keeping on well. Clearly in good heart.

TFRHHHII BHA74

DECLARED RUNNERS 5 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5.

Record Time: 1min 12.6secs; Median Time: 1min 16.90secs Probable S.P.’s: 15-8 Bergerac (IRE), 5-2 Excel Power (IRE), 5-1 Mitrosonfire (GB), 13-2 Tommy Tittlemouse (IRE), 12-1 Strike Red (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

Only a small field but none can be discounted out of hand. BERGERAC arrives here on the back of a career best and he could well follow up, but Excel Power is on a roll himself and will be a formidable opponent. Mitrosonfire, beaten narrowly by Excel Power last time, is another on the up and can’t be discounted lightly.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BERGERAC (IRE) 2.EXCEL POWER (IRE) 3.MITROSONFIRE

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Pontefract Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner in the Winner’s Enclosure after this race. A cash prize of £30 will also be presented to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

PH OTO FINISH & STE WA RD S ENQU I R I ES In any race where a PHOTO-FINISH has been called for by the judge, an announcement will be broadcast. Photographs are displayed on the CCTV system. Photographs and results of Stewards’ enquiries are also displayed as follows:GRANDSTAND & PADDOCK: Outside the Raceday Office.

PICNIC ENCLOSURE: By the Transfer Gate to the Grandstand & Paddock Enclosure.

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First Race 5.45 - THE NORTHERN COMMERCIALS IVECO & FIAT EBF MAIDEN FILLIES’ STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3240 to the winning horse The second to receive £1521, the third £760 and the fourth £380. for maiden two yrs old fillies only, which are E.B.F. eligible. Enter by noon, June 1st and pay £15 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 5th. Weights: 9st each. NORTHERN COMMERCIALS / IVECO / FIAT have generously sponsored this race. They will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race. In addition, they will also award a cash prize to the stable employee, judged by them, to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. THE TRUSTEES OF THE BRITISH EUROPEAN BREEDERS’ FUND have generously contributed £500 towards the prize money for this race. 22 entries at £15. - Closed June 1st, 2021.

Owners Prize Money. Winner £2560; Second £1280; Third £640; Fourth £320. (Penalty Value £3240) SS SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 6.15 - THE FATHER’S DAY RACEDAY ON 20TH JUNE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2970 to the winning horse The second to receive £1394, the third £697, the fourth £348, the fifth £300, the sixth £300, the seventh £300 and the eighth £300. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 51-70 (also open to such horses rated 71 and 72; such horses rated 50 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £15 stake if the horse is rated 51 or higher, or £3 stake if the horse is rated 50 or lower with £12 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 5th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 3-y-o 8st 1lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 6lb Penalties, after May 29th, 2021, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. A memento will be presented to the owner of the winner of this race.

25 entries at £15. - Closed June 1st, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2347; Second £1173; Third £587; Fourth £293; Fifth £240; Sixth £240; Seventh £240; Eighth £240. (Penalty Value £2970) SS SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 6.45 - THE NORTHERN COMMERCIALS IVECO “S” WAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £9682 to the winning horse The second to receive £4539, the third £2272, the fourth £1134 and the fifth £568. 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). £50 stake if the horse is rated 86 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 85 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 5th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 7lb Penalties, after May 29th, 2021, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. NORTHERN COMMERCIALS / IVECO have generously sponsored this race. They will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race. In addition they will award a cash prize to the stable employee, judged by them, to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. The Race Incentive Fund, supported by the Horserace Betting Levy Board, provides for the inclusion of £2750 towards the prize money for this race. 12 entries, 1 at £10 and 11 at £50. - Closed June 1st, 2021. Owners Prize Money.

Winner £7630; Second £3815; Third £1908; Fourth £954; Fifth £477. (Penalty Value £9682.40) Weights raised 7lbs and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 7.15 - THE RACING ON 6TH JULY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2970 to the winning horse The second to receive £1394, the third £697, the fourth £348, the fifth £300, the sixth £300, the seventh £300 and the eighth £300. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 76 and 77; such horses rated 55 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £15 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £3 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £12 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 5th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 7lb Penalties, after May 29th, 2021, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. A memento will be presented to the owner of the winner of this race. 13 entries at £15. - Closed June 1st, 2021. Owners Prize Money.

Winner £2347; Second £1173; Third £587; Fourth £293; Fifth £240; Sixth £240; Seventh £240; Eighth £240.

(Penalty Value £2970) SS SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 7.45 - THE RACING TV ON SKY CHANNEL 426 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2700 to the winning horse The second to receive £1267, the third £634, the fourth £317, the fifth £300 and the sixth £300. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-65 (also open to such horses rated 66 and 67; such horses rated 45 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £15 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £3 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £12 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 5th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 7lb Penalties, after May 29th, 2021, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. A memento will be presented to the owner of the winner of this race.

15 entries at £15. - Closed June 1st, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2134; Second £1067; Third £534; Fourth £267; Fifth £240; Sixth £240. (Penalty Value £2700) Weights lowered 3lbs. SS SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 8.15 - THE TONY BETHELL MEMORIAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (Round 3 of the Pontefract Stayers Championship 2021) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4454 to the winning horse The second to receive £2091, the third £1046, the fourth £523, the fifth £300 and the sixth £300. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 66-85 (also open to such horses rated 86 and 87; such horses rated 65 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £20 stake if the horse is rated 66 or higher, or £4 stake if the horse is rated 65 or lower with £16 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 5th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 7lb Penalties, after May 29th, 2021, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner. A Perpetual Challenge Trophy, kindly given for this race by the late Lady Jane Bethell, is to be held by the winning owner for one year only. This race is one of a series of eight stayers races run at Pontefract in 2021. Points will be allocated according to the result of each race in the series and the owner, trainer and stable registered on October 18th, 2021 of the horse collecting the most points will each receive a memento and an additional prize of £1500. 10 entries, 1 at £4 and 9 at £20. - Closed June 1st, 2021.

Owners Prize Money. Winner £3520; Second £1760; Third £880; Fourth £440; Fifth £240; Sixth £240.

(Penalty Value £4454.99) SS SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 8.45 - THE MR WOLF SPRINT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5860 to the winning horse The second to receive £2747, the third £1375, the fourth £686 and the fifth £343. for three yrs old only, Rated 71-90 (also open to such horses rated 91 and 92; such horses rated 70 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £30 stake if the horse is rated 71 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 70 or lower with £24 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 5th.

Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 7lb Penalties, after May 29th, 2021, for each race won 6lb. A memento will be presented to the owner of the winner of this race. The Race Incentive Fund, supported by the Horserace Betting Levy Board, provides for the inclusion of £1500 towards the prize money for this race. 13 entries at £30. Closed June 1st, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4618; Second £2309; Third £1155; Fourth £577; Fifth £289.

(Penalty Value £5860.40) SS SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.

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