Pontefract Racecard - Sunday 20th June by Weatherbys

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THE NORTHERN COMMERCIALS IVECO “X” WAY TIPPER EBF FILLIES’ RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (for horses in Bands C and D) (DIV I) (GBB RACE)

for novice 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 35 FO RM A N A LYS I S - A C LOS E R L OOK

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (16-21): R Fahey (45 wins from 329 runners, 14%) runs SHOULDAVBEENMORE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Easterby (10 wins from 91 runners, 11%) runs MAY PUNCH LONGEST TRAVELLER: GLOBAL MIRAGE trained by C Dwyer, Newmarket, 142 miles. Br Breeding

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1 MAY BLOSSOM (GB) (22) (2lb) 4100 C

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Br B f Mayson - Almond Branches Daniel Tudhope J O Hambleton Racing Ltd 2C & Partner David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T B Mr J. A. Knox and Mrs M. A. Knox Hambleton Racing Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Oﬀ the mark at second attempt over 5f here in April. Has struggled in stronger company since, well held in a Beverley conditions’ event last time. This more suitable but does concede weight all round TFRHHHII BHA-

2 ALMOHANDESAH (GB) (19) 2

Br B f Postponed (IRE) - Chocolate Hills (FR) O Ahmad Al Shaikh B Flyingbolt Bloodstock Et Al

Tom Marquand J K. R. Burke, Leyburn T KB Spigot Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising individual. 5/1, second of 13 in maiden at Redcar (6f, good) on debut 19 days ago, taking second ﬁnal 100 yds and running on. Likely player with improvement anticipated. TFRHHHHH BHA-

3 GENTLE ELLEN (IRE) (24) 2

Br B f Bungle Inthejungle - Art of Gold O D Ellis and Partner B Rathasker Stud

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Connor Beasley J David Barron, Thirsk T

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising sort. 12/1, second of 10 in maiden at Carlisle (5f, soft) on debut 24 days ago, just failing. Step up to 6f promises to hold no fears and she looks a sure-ﬁre improver. Claims. TFRHHHHI BHA-

4 GLOBAL MIRAGE (GB) (20) 26 Br B f Mayson - Jeanie Johnston (IRE) O Dr Johnny Hon B Laundry Cottage Stud Farm

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Harry Burns (5) J Chris Dwyer, Newmarket T Tattersalls S

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden. Sixth of 8 in minor event at Chelmsford City (6f, 17/2) 20 days ago. Others arrive with more pressing claims. TFRHHHII BHA-

5 SHE’S THE DANGER (IRE) (-)

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Br B f Pride of Dubai (AUS) - Moment In The Sun Lewis Edmunds J O Ontoawinner and B Keatley Adrian Keatley, Malton T B Mr J. Beirne www.ontoawinner.net S TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 23. Pride of Dubai ﬁlly. Half-sister to 2-y-o 6f winner There’s No Danger. TFRHHHII BHADam 1m-1 1/4m winner. Probably best watched unless market vibes are particularly positive.

6 SHOULDAVBEENMORE (FR) (-) Br B f Penny’s Picnic (IRE) - Marie d’O (FR) O Nick Bradley Racing 40 & Partner B S.C.E.A. Ecurie Vaporetto Et al

Paul Hanagan J Richard Fahey, Malton T Backforproﬁt S

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 10. €20,000 yearling, Penny’s Picnic sister to winners up to 7.5f Marie’s Picnic and Merry Picnic. Dam French 2-y-o 5.5-7.5f winner (including at 2 yrs). Market should guide. TFRHHHII BHA-

7 COLIGONE KATE (GB) (-) (2lb) Br Ch f Garswood - Dubai Walk (ITY) O H Bradshaws Ltd Coligone B Rosyground Stud

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Ben Robinson J Ollie Pears, Malton T Coligone S

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 25. Garswood ﬁlly. Dam unraced. Doesn’t make a great deal of appeal on paper and rates a likely outsider on racecourse bow. TFRHHIII BHA-

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8 MAY PUNCH (GB) (5) (2lb) 303

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9 RUBY RED (GB) (17) (2lb) 060

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Br Ch f Mayson - Russian Punch Duran Fentiman J O Lovely Bubbly Racing Tim Easterby, Malton T B Mrs D. O’Brien Tote S TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. 18/1, third of 11 in minor event at Thirsk (6f, good to ﬁrm) 5 days ago. Possible she will do better once tackling nurseries in due course. TFRHHHII BHA-

Shane Gray J David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T Cheveley Park Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. Eleventh of 17 in maiden (8/1) at Thirsk (6f, good to ﬁrm) 17 days ago. Needs to step up to ﬁgure. TFRHHHII BHA-

10 SETAI BEACH (IRE) (-) (2lb)

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Br B f Fast Company (IRE) - Setai Paddy Mathers J O Mr Tony Coyle Tony Coyle, Norton T B Naﬀerty Stud TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 3. £6,500 yearling, Fast Company ﬁlly. Dam 5f-7f winner out of useful winner up to 1m (2-y-o 6f winner) Zietory. Likely best watched making racecourse debut. TFRHHIII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Hood worn by No. 9.

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Record Time: 1min 14.0secs; Median Time: 1min 16.90secs Probable S.P.’s: 10-3 Almohandesah (GB), 7-2 Gentle Ellen (IRE), 5-1 May Blossom (GB), 8-1 Shouldavbeenmore (FR), 11-1 May Punch (GB), 14-1 Global Mirage (GB), Ruby Red (GB), 16-1 She’s The Danger (IRE), 33-1 Coligone Kate (GB), 50-1 Setai Beach (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

ALMOHANDESAH shaped with plenty of promise when second in a Redcar maiden on debut 3 weeks ago and, with progress expected, she’s fancied to make a bold bid to go one place better. That said, the same comments apply to Gentle Ellen and she is a serious threat. Early-season course winner May Blossom completes the shortlist.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ALMOHANDESAH 2.GENTLE ELLEN (IRE) 3.MAY BLOSSOM

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Br B f Mayson - Red Bloom O Cheveley Park Stud B Cheveley Park Stud Limited

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LEADING COURSE TRAINER (16-21): R Fahey (45 wins from 329 runners, 14%) runs MOON BAY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Easterby (10 wins from 91 runners, 11%) runs CLODOVEA and ERUPTION LONGEST TRAVELLER: QUEEN’S HEIR trained by K Ryan, Hambleton, 87 miles. Br Breeding

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1 FAVOURITE CHILD (GB) (24) (2lb) 414 D

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Br B f Mattmu - Today’s The Day O Mr J Clasper & Partner B Bearstone Stud

Cliﬀord Lee J K. R. Burke, Leyburn T KB Spigot Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Redcar in May. Below-form fourth of 10 in minor event (11/2) at Ripon (6f, soft) 24 days ago, doing too much too soon. Has a penalty and needs to bounce back, but place claims. TFRHHHHI BHA-

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Br B f Mehmas (IRE) - Miss Sally (IRE) O Ontoawinner and B Keatley B Helen Smith & Sally Mullen

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Sam James J Adrian Keatley, Malton T www.ontoawinner.net S

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 3. €7,500 foal, 25,000 gns yearling, Mehmas ﬁlly. Half-sister to several winners, including useful 1m/9f winner Masteroftherolls and 9f winner Wyldﬁre. Dam 6f-7.4f winner. TFRHHIII BHA-

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Br B f Mondialiste (IRE) - Clodova (IRE) O Nick Bradley Racing 10 & Partner B Habton Farms & Elwick Stud

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James Sullivan J Tim Easterby, Malton T

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden. Better eﬀort when sixth of 20 in seller (40/1) at York (6f, good) TFRHHIII BHA9 days ago, nearest ﬁnish. More needed.

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Br B f Cable Bay (IRE) - Tamara Moon (IRE) O Richard Fahey Ebor Racing Club Ltd B Highclere Stud

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Paul Hanagan J Richard Fahey, Malton T

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 15. Cable Bay ﬁlly. Half-sister to useful 5f/6f winner Chilworth Icon. Dam 2-y-o 7f-1m winner. Interesting newcomer. TFRHHHHI BHA-

5 QUEEN’S HEIR (IRE) (48) 0 BF

Br B f Footstepsinthesand - Lady Morel (IRE) O Mr Dave Stone B Kildaragh Stud & Roderic Kavanagh

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Tom Eaves J Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T STS Group Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW £25,000 Footstepsinthesand ﬁlly. Dam 6f winner who stayed 1m. 7/2, seventh of 9 in minor event at Beverley (5f, good) on debut 48 days ago. Should progress, but certainly needs to. TFRHHHII BHA-

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Br B f Mondialiste (IRE) - Kocollada (IRE) O Sheikh Abdullah Almalek Alsabah B Elwick Stud

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Daniel Tudhope J David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden. 40/1, much better eﬀort when second of 20 in seller at York (6f, good) 9 days ago. May progress further. TFRHHHII BHA-

7 ERUPTION (IRE) (12) (2lb) 54

Br B f Bungle Inthejungle - Volcanic Lady (IRE) O Mr Evan M Sutherland & Partner B Caroline, Mark & Stephanie Hanly

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Jason Hart J Tim Easterby, Malton T Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden. 28/1, similar form to on debut when fourth of 10 in maiden at Wetherby (5.5f, ﬁrm) 12 days ago, slowly away. Needs to improve. TFRHHHII BHA-

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8 QWICKEN (IRE) (24) (2lb) 24 BF

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9 SYNONYMOUS (GB) (-) (2lb)

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Br Gr f Gutaifan (IRE) - Miss Wicklow (IRE) Ben Robinson J O Ownaracehorse Ltd & K West Ollie Pears, Malton T B Mr John Banahan TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden. Fourth of 10 in maiden at Carlisle (5f, soft, 2/1) 24 days ago. Similar form on debut and will take the beating. TFRHHHHH BHABr Ch f Garswood - Uniﬁed O Cheveley Park Stud B Cheveley Park Stud Limited

Shane Gray J David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T Cheveley Park Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled January 25. Garswood ﬁlly. Dam, 1m winner, half-sister to useful 1m winner Desert Haze. Newcomers from yard often fancied. TFRHHHII BHA-

Record Time: 1min 14.0secs; Median Time: 1min 16.90secs Probable S.P.’s: 9-4 Qwicken (IRE), 13-2 Favourite Child (GB), 7-1 Synonymous (GB), 9-1 Moon Bay (GB), Vieux Carre (GB), 10-1 Eruption (IRE), 14-1 Queen’s Heir (IRE), 16-1 Chelsea Annie (IRE), 20-1 Clodovea (GB)

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QWICKEN didn’t improve from her debut when fourth at Carlisle, but she still looks the clear pick on these terms, getting 7lb from previous-winner Favourite Girl. Newcomers Moon Bay and Synonymous make some appeal on paper.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.QWICKEN (IRE) 2.MOON BAY 3.SYNONYMOUS

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THE VOLKSWAGEN VAN CENTRE (WEST YORKSHIRE) LTD FILLIES’ HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3)

for three yrs old and upwards ﬁllies and mares x Total race value £12000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4876, 2nd £2438, 3rd £1219, 4th £610, 5th £305, 6th £152.(Penalty Value £6184.80) Weights raised 4lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

For conditions of this race, see page 35 FO RM A N A LYS I S - A C LOS E R L OOK

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (16-21): R Fahey (45 wins from 329 runners, 14%) runs MAJESTIC TEJAAN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): M Johnston (19 wins from 113 runners, 17%) runs WOOTTON CREEK LONGEST TRAVELLER: ICONIC QUEEN trained by R Beckett, Kimpton Down, 214 miles. Br Breeding

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1 RISING STAR (GB) (238) P1215- D

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2 ICONIC QUEEN (GB) (244) 32150-

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Br B f Fast Company (IRE) - Ile Flottante Ben Curtis J O Mamba Racing & Partner Marco Botti, Newmarket T B Ile Flottante Syndicate Marco Botti Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner at 2yrs and creditable ﬁfth of 11 to Telepatic Glances in Premio Dormello at Milan (8f, soft) when last seen out 7 months ago. Makes handicap debut and needs to hit the ground running. TFRHHHII BHA86 Br B f Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Barshiba (IRE) O Mr J. C. Smith B Littleton Stud

Rob Hornby J Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed 7f Chester novice but signed oﬀ for 2020 with last of 7 to Pythagoras in listed race over C&D. Weighted to go well on her comeback. TFRHHHHI BHA82

3 THE FLYING GINGER (IRE) (29) 0210-04 D Br Ch f Showcasing - Law of The Range O Mr Sabah Mubarak Al Sabah B Mr Chris McHale

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Daniel Tudhope J Roger Fell, Nawton T

TIMEFORM VIEW Back on song when good staying-on fourth of 11 in 1m handicap at York 29 days ago. Sure to be in the mix oﬀ the same mark. TFRHHHHH BHA82

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Br B f Frankel - Messias da Silva (USA) Shane Gray J O Sir Robert Ogden David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T B Sir Robert Ogden Ogden Safety Systems Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Ayr in April and creditable third of 5 in handicap at Haydock (7f, good to soft) 23 days ago. Can give another good account. TFRHHHII BHA75 Br B f Wootton Bassett - Tuileries O Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Al Maktoum B Grundy Bloodstock SRL

Hollie Doyle J Mark Johnston, Middleham T Johnston Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden. Not disgraced when fourth of 6 in handicap (10/1) at Leicester (7f, good to ﬁrm) 19 days ago. Considered for in-form yard. TFRHHHII BHA75

6 MAJESTIC TEJAAN (IRE) (16) 224564 Br B f Zoﬀany (IRE) - Maybe So O Sheikh Abdullah Almalek Alsabah B John Connaughton

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Paul Hanagan J Richard Fahey, Malton T Richard Fahey Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winless sincer her debut but she arrives in decent nick, fourth of 5 in handicap at Catterick (7f, good to ﬁrm) 16 days ago. Shortlisted. TFRHHHII BHA72

DECLARED RUNNERS 6

Record Time: 1min 40.6secs; Median Time: 1min 45.90secs Probable S.P.’s: 3-1 The Flying Ginger (IRE), 4-1 Iconic Queen (GB), Turandot (IRE), 6-1 Rising Star (GB), Wootton Creek (GB), 10-1 Majestic Tejaan (IRE)

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THE FLYING GINGER arrives on the back of an excellent fourth at York so looks the way to go here off an unchanged mark with this stiffer track sure to play to her strengths. Iconic Queen lacks a recent run but figures on a handy mark and is feared most ahead of in-form Turandot.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.THE FLYING GINGER (IRE) 2.ICONIC QUEEN 3.TURANDOT (IRE)

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THE SKY BET PONTEFRACT CASTLE FILLIES’ STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race)

for four yrs old and upwards ﬁllies and mares x Total race value £40000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £17600, 2nd £7256, 3rd £3628, 4th £1816, 5th £908, 6th £452, 7th £228, 8th £112. (Penalty Value £22408) For conditions of this race, see page X

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LEADING COURSE TRAINER (16-21): Sir M Stoute (13 wins from 46 runners, 28%) runs KATARA TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Varian (8 wins from 43 runners, 19%) runs QUEEN DAENERYS LONGEST TRAVELLER: CAMPHOR trained by J Harrington, Ireland. Br Breeding

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1 BLACK LOTUS (GB) (32) 2020-34 BF

Br B m Declaration of War (USA) - Ravensburg O Mr S Fustok B Deerﬁeld Farm

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Jack Mitchell J Chris Wall, Newmarket T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful mare. Respectable 5 lengths fourth of 10 to Bharani Star in listed race (10/3) at Ayr (10f, good to ﬁrm) 32 days ago. Back up in trip. Can’t be ruled out. TFRHHHII BHA96

2 CAMPHOR (IRE) (18) 005-444

Br B m Camelot - Paraphernalia (IRE) O O.T.I. Racing B Tullpark Ltd

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Cam Hardie J Mrs J. Harrington, Ireland T

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful mare. 10/1, creditable fourth of 10 in handicap at the Curragh (14f, soft) 18 days ago. Not discounted from a handy draw. TFRHHHII BHA93

3 EILEENDOVER (GB) (23) 2 BF

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4 GOLDEN PASS (GB) (64) 3/114-1 D

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Br B f Canford Cliﬀs (IRE) - Specialty (IRE) Shane Kelly J O Michael H. Sly & Mrs Pam Sly Pam Sly, Peterborough T B P. M. & M. H. Sly Pam Sly Racing S TIMEFORM VIEW 15/8, second of 8 in minor event at Haydock (11.6f, good to soft) on ﬂat debut TFRHHHHI BHA23 days ago. Bumper exploits give her an excellent chance at this level. Br B f Golden Horn - Lovely Pass (IRE) O Dr Ali Ridha B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

James Doyle J Hugo Palmer, Newmarket T

TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when winning 7-runner handicap at Thirsk (12f, good to ﬁrm, 5/1) 64 days ago, responding well. Lightly-raced, improving ﬁlly who is worth a go at this level. TFRHHHII BHA92

5 INCHICORE (IRE) (29) 441-015 D

Br B f Galileo (IRE) - Luas Line (IRE) O Apple Tree Stud B Mrs Evie Stockwell

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William Buick J Alan King, Barbury Castle T Apple Tree Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful filly. Latest win at Lingfield in May. 14/1, 6 1/4 lengths fifth of 7 to Tribal Craft in Bronte Cup at York (13.8f, good to soft) 29 days ago. One to consider back down in grade. TFRHHHII BHA95

6 KATARA (FR) (51) 0/2114-4 D

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7 QUEEN DAENERYS (IRE) (283) 16/244D-

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Br B f Deep Impact (JPN) - Asyad (IRE) Ryan Moore J O Al Shaqab Racing Sir Michael Stoute, Newmarket T B Al Shaqab Racing Haras De Bouquetot S TIMEFORM VIEW Useful ﬁlly. 2/1, 15 lengths last of 4 to Alpinista in listed race at Goodwood (12f, good) 51 days ago. Obvious claims if she can produce her best form. TFRHHHHI BHA102 Br B f Frankel - Song to Remember (USA) O H.H. SH Nasser Bin Hamad Al Khalifa B Coolmore

David Egan J Roger Varian, Newmarket T Oliver St Lawrence Bloodstock Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful filly. 44/10 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, first past post (later disqualified after positive test) in listed race at Longchamp 9 months ago. Big ask on first appearance since. TFRHHHII BHA101

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Br Ch f Mukhadram - Mokaraba O Geoﬀ & Sandra Turnbull B Tinnakill Bloodstock

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Graham Lee J Jedd O’Keeﬀe, Leyburn T Elwick Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful ﬁlly. Very good 3 lengths sixth of 13 to Chamade in listed race (40/1) at Doncaster (10.2f, soft). Oﬀ 7 months. Has work to do. TFRHHIII BHA94

9 URBAN ARTIST (GB) (29) 41112-2 D Br Ch m Cityscape - Cill Rialaig O Pangﬁeld Racing V B Moran & Billington

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Tom Marquand J Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley T Bridgend Hotel S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful mare. Good 2 3/4 lengths second of 7 to Tribal Craft in Bronte Cup (6/1) at York (13.8f, good to soft) TFRHHHHH BHA101 29 days ago. Could be very hard to pass if she’s not pestered in front.

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Record Time: 2mins 33.72secs; Median Time: 2mins 40.80secs Probable S.P.’s: 5-2 Urban Artist (GB), 11-2 Eileendover (GB), Katara (FR), 10-1 Inchicore (IRE), Queen Daenerys (IRE), 12-1 Golden Pass (GB), 14-1 Black Lotus (GB), 16-1 Camphor (IRE), 18-1 Salsada (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

URBAN ARTIST has marginally the best form and should be able to dominate this from the outset, so she gets the nod over Eileendover, who makes plenty of appeal based on what she’s done in bumpers. Katara can also take a hand if back to the level she showed when scoring in a listed event at Newmarket last term.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.URBAN ARTIST 2.EILEENDOVER 3.KATARA (FR)

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Michael Shinners will present a memento and a Perpetual Challenge Trophy to the winning owner in the Winner’s Enclosure after this race. A cash prize of £100 will also be presented to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race

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THE SKY BET PONTEFRACT CUP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (Round 4 of the Pontefract Stayers Championship 2021)

for four yrs old and upwards, x Total race value £11200 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4267, 2nd £2133, 3rd £1067, 4th £533, 5th £240, 6th £240, 7th £240, 8th £240. (Penalty Value £5400) For conditions of this race, see page 35 FO RM A N A LYS I S - A C LOS E R L OOK

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (16-21): M Channon (15 wins from 68 runners, 22%) runs SEAGULLS NEST TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): K Dalgleish (5 wins from 49 runners, 10%) runs LET ME BE LONGEST TRAVELLER: SELSEY SIZZLER trained by D Menuisier, Pulborough, 228 miles. Br Breeding

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1 CALL MY BLUFF (IRE) (33) 1112-61 CD Br B g Make Believe - Ocean Bluﬀ (IRE) O The Ffrench Connection B Michael Phelan & Make Believe Syndicate

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Silvestre De Sousa J Dominic Ffrench Davis, Lambourn T High View Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner. 8/1, career best when winning 10-runner handicap at Nottingham 33 days ago, ﬁnding plenty. Likeable stayer who has form in these circumstances, so every reason to think he’ll go well. TFRHHHHH BHA80

2 MAGNA MORALIA (IRE) (24) 1263-32 Br Gr g Gregorian (IRE) - Trentini (IRE) O The Desperados B Rathasker Stud

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

TIMEFORM VIEW 9/2, creditable second of 8 in handicap at Carlisle (14.2f, soft) 24 days ago. Up in trip. Likeable sort but others look better treated. TFRHHHII BHA78

3 LET ME BE (IRE) (12) 0-11101

Br B g Gale Force Ten - Peryzat (IRE) O Straightline Bloodstock B John Martin McLoughney

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Callum Rodriguez J Keith Dalgleish, Carluke T Straightline (NE) Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW 4 wins from 5 runs this year. Career best when winning 5-runner handicap at Ayr (15f, ﬁrm, 15/8) 12 days ago, staying on well. Up in trip. Has to be taken seriously. TFRHHHHI BHA75

4 GAUNTLET (IRE) (22) 43-260

Br B g Galileo (IRE) - Danedrop (IRE) O J and P Seabrook and Tim Fisher B Coolmore

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Callum Shepherd J William Knight, Newmarket T William Knight Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. 16/1 and visored for 1st time, tenth of 12 in handicap at Salisbury (14.2f, good) 22 days ago. Up in trip. Cheekpieces back on. Others preferred. TFRHHIII BHA75

5 RUSSIAN RUMOUR (IRE) (22) 1021-15 Br B f Make Believe - Russian Rave O Fillies First B John O’Connor

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Rob Hornby J Jonathan Portman, Upper Lambourn T Pump Technology Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Southwell in April. Below form ﬁfth of 12 in handicap at Salisbury (14.2f, good, 25/1) 22 days ago. Up in trip. Yet to prove she’s as good on turf as ﬁbresand. TFRHHIII BHA74

6 NEVERBEEN TO PARIS (IRE) (19) 1530//-02 Br B g Champs Elysees - Island Paradise (IRE) O Mr P. M. Claydon B Jane Allison

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Tom Marquand J Harry Whittington, Sparsholt T Webbswood S

TIMEFORM VIEW Second of 8 in handicap at Yarmouth (14.1f, good to ﬁrm, 14/1) 19 days ago, unsuited by way race developed. Up in trip. Deﬁnite player if he gets home. TFRHHHHI BHA74

7 SNOOKERED (IRE) (23) 650-245 BF Br B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Secret Quest O Brian Ellison Racing Club B Mr Michael Burke

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Ben Robinson J Brian Ellison, Malton T Brian Ellison Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW 13/8, ﬁfth of 6 in handicap at Carlisle (17.2f, soft) 23 days ago. Isn’t really ﬁring at present. TFRHHIII BHA71

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Hollie Doyle J Chris Dwyer, Newmarket T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Redcar in April. Last of 7 in handicap (9/4) at Lingﬁeld (15.8f, AW) 26 days ago. Type to bounce back quickly, so can’t be written oﬀ. TFRHHHII BHA69

9 SEAGULLS NEST (GB) (7) 4-23534 Br B f Camelot - Mare Imbrium (USA) O Barry Walters Farms B Barry Walters Farms

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George Bass (5) J Mick Channon, West Ilsley T

TIMEFORM VIEW Fourth of 5 in handicap at Doncaster (14.5f, ﬁrm, 11/2) 7 days ago. Up in trip. Looks vulnerable. TFRHHIII BHA68

10 VICTORIANO (IRE) (36) 4240/-40

Br B g Teoﬁlo (IRE) - Victorian Beauty (USA) O Mrs Claire Ellison B Godolphin

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Cam Hardie J Brian Ellison, Malton T Brian Ellison Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW 10/1, eighth of 12 in handicap at Doncaster (11.9f, soft) 36 days ago, unsuited by TFRHHHII BHA67 way race developed. Potentially well treated and this trip could suit.

11 SELSEY SIZZLER (GB) (22) 303-112 BF Br B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Heho O Mr I. J. Heseltine B Merton Place Stud

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David Egan J David Menuisier, Pulborough T Shinco Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW 2 wins from 3 runs this year. Latest win at Chepstow in April. 15/8, creditable second of 14 in handicap at Catterick (15.9f, soft) 22 days ago. Likely to give another good account. TFRHHHHI BHA63

DECLARED RUNNERS 11 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 4, 5.

Record Time: 3mins 51.1secs; Median Time: 3mins 56.20secs

Probable S.P.’s: 9-2 Selsey Sizzler (GB), 5-1 Let Me Be (IRE), 13-2 Call My Bluﬀ (IRE), 9-1 Magna Moralia (IRE), London Eye (USA), 10-1 Neverbeen To Paris (IRE), 12-1 Snookered (IRE), 20-1 Victoriano (IRE), 22-1 Russian Rumour (IRE), Seagulls Nest (GB), 28-1 Gauntlet (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

CALL MY BLUFF has continued to improve since winning over C&D last year, so this likeable 4yo boasts leading claims in an open staying handicap. Let Me Be, another last-time-out winner, promises to be well suited by the longer trip, so he’s regarded as a danger along with Selsey Sizzler.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CALL MY BLUFF (IRE) 2.LET ME BE (IRE) 3.SELSEY SIZZLER

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Stewards Note: GAUNTLET: Following its run on 29/5/2021 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly. NEVERBEEN TO PARIS: Following its run on 1/6/2021 it was reported that the horse hung left handed throughout. LONDON EYE: Following its run on 25/5/2021 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

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for three yrs old and upwards x Total race value £12000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4819, 2nd £2410, 3rd £1205, 4th £602, 5th £301, 6th £150, 7th £76, 8th £37. (Penalty Value £6115.20) For conditions of this race, see page 35

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LEADING COURSE TRAINER (16-21): R Fahey (45 wins from 329 runners, 14%) runs FURZIG TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Fahey (10 wins from 64 runners, 16%) runs FURZIG LONGEST TRAVELLER: THEGLASGOWWARRIOR trained by L Russell, Kinross, 235 miles. Br Breeding

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1 DASH OF SPICE (GB) (29) 06020-0 D Br Br g Teoﬁlo (IRE) - Dashiba O Ontoawinner, Bainbridge, Bolingbroke B Littleton Stud

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Dougie Costello J Adrian Keatley, Malton T www.ontoawinner.net S

TIMEFORM VIEW 25/1 and hooded for 1st time, ﬁrst run since leaving David Elsworth when last of 10 in handicap at Haydock (16.2f, heavy) 29 days ago. Drop back in trip/class both positives with that run behind him. TFRHHHII BHA91

2 LAW OF ONE (IRE) (29) 2/321-13 D BF Br Ch c Galileo (IRE) - Strawberry Fledge (USA) O Flaxman Stables Ireland Ltd B Flaxman Stables Ireland Ltd

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Ryan Moore J Sir Michael Stoute, Newmarket T

TIMEFORM VIEW Low-mileage 4-y-o who doubled career tally at Doncaster (11.9f) in April. Creditable third of 6 in handicap at Newmarket (12f, soft, 9/4) 29 days ago. No surprise to see him go well again. TFRHHHHI BHA91

3 HE’S A KEEPER (IRE) (57) 04114-1 D Br Gr g Brazen Beau (AUS) - Silver Grey (IRE) O Mr N. Canning B Tinnakill Bloodstock & Jack Cantillon

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Richard Kingscote J Tom Dascombe, Malpas T NAF S

TIMEFORM VIEW In good form on AW over the winter and returned with career best when winning 7-runner handicap at Wolverhampton (12.2f) in April. Eﬀective on turf and he may do better still at this trip. TFRHHHII BHA89

4 EASTERN SHERIFF (GB) (22) 16105-0 D

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5 THEGLASGOWWARRIOR (GB) (639) 052032/- D

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Br B g Lawman (FR) - Abunai James Doyle J O Isa Salman Al Khalifa Hugo Palmer, Newmarket T B Sheikh Isa Salman Al Khalifa Highclere Thoroughbred Racing S TIMEFORM VIEW Blinkered for 1st time, last of 9 in handicap at Chester (13.4f) 22 days ago, dropping away over 2f out. Visor now the headgear of choice but he needs to leave that eﬀort in his wake to feature. TFRHHHII BHA88 Br B g Sir Percy - Sweet Cando (IRE) O Mrs Lucille Bone B Mrs Lucille Bone

Daniel Tudhope J Lucinda Russell, Kinross T Optimise S

TIMEFORM VIEW 7-y-o who ran up to best when runner-up in an Ayr handicap (17.5f) back in September 2019. However, absent since and the market may prove the best guide now starting out for new yard. TFRHHHII BHA88

6 FURZIG (GB) (13) 244311 CD

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 2 wins from 6 runs this year. 3/1, won 4-runner C&D handicap (good to ﬁrm) 13 days ago, doing well to master one late on who had the beneﬁt of the run of things. Respected in hat-trick bid. TFRHHHII BHA85

7 CORMIER (IRE) (23) 01212-1 CD

Br B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Scotch Bonnet (IRE) O Mr Dan Gilbert B Grangecon Stud

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Ben Robinson J Brian Ellison, Malton T Brian Ellison Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Returned with a smashing second in the Swinton Hurdle and conﬁrmed promise of that run when scoring in good style over C&D late last month. 6lb higher now but another good showing anticipated. TFRHHHHI BHA75

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9 CONTACT (IRE) (22) 301-134

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Br Ch g Society Rock (IRE) - Fabiola (GER) Ben Curtis J O Rob Massheder, A J Turton & Partners Scott Dixon, Rolleston T B E.A.R.L. Elevage Des Loges TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Thirsk in May. 9/2, good 3/4-length second of 6 to Furzig in handicap at Ripon (12f, soft) 24 days ago. This looks tougher but no surprise to see him give another good account. TFRHHHII BHA70 Br Gr c Gutaifan (IRE) - La Tulipe (FR) O Mr H. D. Atkinson B Ringfort Stud

Hollie Doyle J David Barron, Thirsk T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW 1 win from 3 runs this year. Latest win at Redcar in April. 7/1, good fourth of 11 in handicap at Chester (10.3f) 22 days ago, doing well to ﬁnish so close having been set a bit to do. Likely player. TFRHHHHH BHA79

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Hood worn by No. 7. Visor worn by No. 3, 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8.

Record Time: 2mins 33.72secs; Median Time: 2mins 40.80secs

Stewards Note: EASTERN SHERIFF: Following its run on 29/5/2021 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly.

Probable S.P.’s: 7-2 Law of One (IRE), 4-1 Cormier (IRE), 11-2 Furzig (GB), 7-1 He’s A Keeper (IRE), 8-1 Sociologist (FR), Contact (IRE), 16-1 Dash of Spice (GB), 18-1 Eastern Sheriﬀ (GB), 22-1 Theglasgowwarrior (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

An interesting middle-distance handicap with the vote in favour of 3-y-o CONTACT. A winner on return at Redcar, he ran well to ﬁnish as close as he did when fourth at Chester 3 weeks ago having been set quite a bit to do. He appeals as still being on a workable mark and can go well, along with Cormier and Law of One. Furzig, in search of the hat-trick, is not dismissed lightly either.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CONTACT (IRE) 2.CORMIER (IRE) 3.LAW OF ONE (IRE)

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THE DAVID WILDON MARCHING ON TOGETHER MEMORIAL NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (PLUS 10 RACE)

for novice three yrs old x Total race value £10000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4267, 2nd £2133, 3rd £1067, 4th £533. (Penalty Value £5400)

For conditions of this race, see page 35 FO RM A N A LYS I S - A C LOS E R L OOK

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (16-21): M Johnston (36 wins from 212 runners, 17%) runs DREAM CAMELOT and KINGS PRINCE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): M Johnston (19 wins from 113 runners, 17%) runs DREAM CAMELOT and KINGS PRINCE LONGEST TRAVELLER: YESYES trained by R Beckett, Kimpton Down, 214 miles. Br Breeding

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Ben Curtis J Mark Johnston, Middleham T Johnston Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Had bit in hand when won 7-runner minor event at Haydock (8.2f, soft, 13/2) on debut, leading over 1f out. Off 8 months. Significantly up in trip. Should have more to offer. TFRHHHII BHA-

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Rob Hornby J Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T Juddmonte Farms Inc S

TIMEFORM VIEW 11/4, made a promising start to her career when won 8-runner minor event at Haydock (11.6f, good to soft) on debut 23 days ago, leading over 1f out and well on top ﬁnish. Should progress. Player. TFRHHHHH BHA-

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Br B g Summer Front (USA) - Secret Dream (IRE) Cam Hardie J O Mr Andrew Stott Racing Michael & David Easterby, Sheriﬀ Hutton T B Fiona Gordon

TIMEFORM VIEW Offered something to work on at the first attempt when fourth of 6 in maiden at Newcastle (10.2f, 80/1) on debut, no extra final 1f. Off 8 months. Should improve, but needs to. TFRHHIII BHA-

4 BLOW THAT HORN (GB) (23) 053 Br B c Golden Horn - Samira Gold (FR) O Mr Saeed Suhail B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

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Ryan Moore J Sir Michael Stoute, Newmarket T

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising sort. Progressed again on his qualifying run when third of 10 in maiden (12/1) at Yarmouth (11.5f, good to soft) 23 days ago, clear of rest. Open to further improvement. TFRHHHHI BHA80

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Br B c Camelot - Opera Fan (FR) Richard Kingscote J O Mr Ahmed Jaber Mark Johnston, Middleham T B Summerhill & Lynn Lodge Johnston Racing Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW 50,000 gns Camelot colt. Half-brother to useful 2-y-o 7f winner No Needs Never. Newcomer from a top yard who would have to enter the reckoning if the betting speaks in his favour. TFRHHHII BHABr Ch f Pivotal - Fantasy In Blue O Park Lodge Racing B Cheveley Park Stud Ltd

George Wood J Harry Eustace, Newmarket T Tattersalls S

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed a good deal more than might have been expected given her SP when second of 11 in maiden (80/1) at Yarmouth (11.5f, good to soft) on debut 23 days ago, staying on. Likely to improve. TFRHHHII BHA-

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Record Time: 2mins 33.72secs; Median Time: 2mins 40.80secs Probable S.P.’s: 15-8 Yesyes (GB), 3-1 Blow That Horn (GB), 5-1 Kings Prince (GB), Fantasising (GB), 14-1 Dream Camelot (IRE), 28-1 Alsithee (GB)

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Most in with some sort of a squeak here but preference is for Ralph Beckett’s YESYES, who is bred to be useful and made the perfect start to her career when scoring at Haydock just over 3 weeks ago. With the promise of better to come, she’s taken to follow up. Blow That Horn has progressed in each of his 3 runs so is taken to chase the selection home, ahead of Fantasising.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.YESYES 2.BLOW THAT HORN 3.FANTASISING

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for three yrs old and upwards x Total race value £12000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £5120, 2nd £2560, 3rd £1280, 4th £640.(Penalty Value £6480) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. For conditions of this race, see page 35

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LEADING COURSE TRAINER (16-21): R Fahey (45 wins from 329 runners, 14%) runs ABDUCTION TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Fahey (10 wins from 64 runners, 16%) runs ABDUCTION LONGEST TRAVELLER: CORINTHIA KNIGHT trained by A Watson, Upper Lambourn, 177 miles. Br Breeding

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Hollie Doyle J Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn T www.ontoawinner.net S

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner who posted fair third of 5 in handicap at Chelmsford City (6f, 17/2) 17 days ago. Considered. TFRHHHII BHA87

2 MR WAGYU (IRE) (8) 0-02111 CD Br Ch g Choisir (AUS) - Lake Louise (IRE) O The New Century Partnership B Danny O’Sullivan

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

TIMEFORM VIEW 13/2, career best when completing a hat-trick in 19-runner handicap at York (6f, good to ﬁrm) 8 days ago, eased down. C&D winner too so he looks the one to beat in his bid for a four-timer. TFRHHHHH BHA85

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Br B g Es Que Love (IRE) - Kathy Sun (IRE) Paul Mulrennan J O C Barclay, Racing Knights & C Cleevely Ben Haslam, Middleham T B D. Ryan, D. S. Ryan & R. A. Williams Metsl Supplies Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Below form eighth of 18 in handicap (8/1) at York (7f, good) 37 days ago. Needs to TFRHHHII BHA84 bounce back. Br Br g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Cuis Ghaire (IRE) O Mr W. J. Laws B Shadwell Estate Company Limited

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Tom Eaves J Tracy Waggott, Spennymoor T Houghton Bunkhouse S

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Redcar in April and good second of 12 in handicap at Doncaster (6f, good to ﬁrm) 16 days ago. Enters calculations. TFRHHHII BHA82

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Rob Hornby J Tim Easterby, Malton T Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fourteen runs since last win in 2019, but in good nick and poorly drawn when tenth of 14 in handicap at Chester (6.1f, good to ﬁrm) 8 days ago. Not ruled out. TFRHHHII BHA79

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Br B g Due Diligence (USA) - M’Selle (IRE) Sam James J O Allerton Racing & G Tuer Grant Tuer, Northallerton T B D. R. Tucker TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner but not at his best when fourth of 6 in handicap at this course (5f, soft) 23 days ago. Others more persuasive. TFRHHIII BHA77 Br B g Mayson - Marysienka O Mr John Thomas Hanbury B Simon Balding

Rowan Scott J Phillip Makin, Easingwold T

TIMEFORM VIEW It’s now twenty two runs since last win in 2018 but he recorded creditable fourth of 16 in handicap at Haydock (6f, good to soft) 22 days ago. In the picture. TFRHHHHI BHA77

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Br B g Acclamation - Perfect Day (IRE) O Merchants and Missionaries B Skymarch Farm Inc & Ecurie Des Charmes

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Paul Hanagan J Richard Fahey, Malton T Ws Transportation S

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive sort who readily landed 10-runner maiden (evens) at Wolverhampton (6.1f) in September. Makes handicap debut and not taken lightly despite his 9-month absence. TFRHHHHI BHA84

9 ADAAY DREAM (GB) (22) 120-6 D

Br B g Adaay (IRE) - Virtuality (USA) O Faulkner, Joynson, Morris and Simpson B Crossﬁelds Bloodstock Ltd

9-2

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Richard Kingscote J Tom Dascombe, Malpas T NAF S

TIMEFORM VIEW Debut winner at Newcastle who returned with respectable sixth of 11 in handicap TFRHHHII BHA82 (14/1) at Haydock (6f, good to soft) 22 days ago. Possibilities.

10 HIGHLY SPRUNG (IRE) (43) 000-020 CD Br B g Zebedee - Miss Donovan O Mr A Turton & Dr V Webb B Patrick J. Moloney

9-2

(12)

Lewis Edmunds J Les Eyre, Beverley T

TIMEFORM VIEW 6-time C&D winner but only ninth of 14 in handicap at Ascot (6f, soft) 43 days ago. Sort to bounce back. TFRHHHII BHA75

11 MELODY KING (IRE) (16) 3540-00

4 8-13

Br B g Kodiac - Mekong Melody (IRE) O Mr Ross Harmon & Partner B David C. Egan

(3)

Ben Robinson J John Quinn, Malton T JJ Quinn Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Raced wide when last of 8 in handicap at Catterick (6f, good to ﬁrm) 16 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA72 No surprise to see him get back on track now oﬀ an easing mark.

12 PENNY POT LANE (GB) (18) 2130-63 CD Br B m Misu Bond (IRE) - Velvet Band O Mr A. Melville B Hellwood Stud Farm & G. P. Clarke

8 8-10

(10)

Ben Curtis J Simon Whitaker, Scarcroft T Yorkshire Bale, Hague Plant Services Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW 3-time C&D winner who posted a creditable third of 8 in handicap at Nottingham (6.1f, good to ﬁrm) 18 days ago. Can give another good account. TFRHHHII BHA69

DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Visor worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 3, 7. Running for the ﬁrst time since Gelding No. 8.

Record Time: 1min 12.6secs; Median Time: 1min 16.90secs Probable S.P.’s: 7-2 Mr Wagyu (IRE), 6-1 Abduction (FR), 15-2 Ghathanfar (IRE), 9-1 Fortamour (IRE), 11-1 Lezardrieux (GB), 12-1 True Mason (GB), 16-1 Music Society (IRE), 20-1 Adaay Dream (GB), Highly Sprung (IRE), Penny Pot Lane (GB), 25-1 Corinthia Knight (IRE), 33-1 Melody King (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

A case can be made for a few of these sprinters but MR WAGYU is in the form of his life and hard to side against in his bid for a four-timer after his impressive York victory. Richard Fahey’s returning Abduction improved with each of his three runs as a juvenile and is worth a market check on his handicap bow, with in-form Ghathanfar worth a second look too.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.MR WAGYU (IRE) 2.ABDUCTION (FR) 3.GHATHANFAR (IRE)

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First Race 1.45 - THE NORTHERN COMMERCIALS IVECO “X” WAY TIPPER EBF FILLIES’ RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (for horses in Bands C and D) (DIV I) (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 novice two yrs old fillies only, which are E.B.F. eligible, which are in Bands C and D. Enter by noon, June 14th and pay £15 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 18th. Weights: 9st each Penalties, for each race won 7lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties) Allowances: Band D from Band C 2lb. NORTHERN COMMERCIALS / IVECO have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race. They will also present 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. Please refer to the Conditions For Entry section accessed from the Information menu on the BHA Racing Administration Internet site (www2.racingadmin.co.uk), for further details on Restricted Race Bands. 15 entries at £15. - Closed June 14th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2560; Second £1280; Third £640; Fourth £320. (Penalty Value £3240) SS SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 2.20 - THE NORTHERN COMMERCIALS IVECO “X” WAY TIPPER EBF FILLIES’ RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (for horses in Bands C and D) (DIV II) (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 novice two yrs old fillies only, which are E.B.F. eligible, which are in Bands C and D. Enter by noon, June 14th and pay £15 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 18th. Weights: 9st each Penalties, for each race won 7lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties) Allowances: Band D from Band C 2lb. NORTHERN COMMERCIALS / IVECO have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race. They will also present 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. Please refer to the Conditions For Entry section accessed from the Information menu on the BHA Racing Administration Internet site (www2.racingadmin.co.uk), for further details on Restricted Race Bands. 14 entries at £15. - Closed June 14th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2560; Second £1280; Third £640; Fourth £320. (Penalty Value £3240) SS SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 2.55 - THE VOLKSWAGEN VAN CENTRE (WEST YORKSHIRE) LTD FILLIES’ HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6184 to the winning horse The second to receive £2900, the third £1450, the fourth £724, the fifth £362 and the sixth £181. for three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares 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 18th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 3-y-o 8st Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 4lb Penalties, after June 12th, 2021, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. VOLKSWAGEN VAN CENTRE (WEST YORKSHIRE) LTD have generously sponsored this race. ANDREW CAYGILL will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race. In addition, he will also present a cash prize to the stable employee, judged by him, to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. The Race Incentive Fund supported by The Horse Race Betting Levy Board, provides for the inclusion of £1,800 towards the prize money for this race. 13 entries, at £30. - Closed June 14th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4876; Second £2438; Third £1219; Fourth £610; Fifth £305; Sixth £152. (Penalty Value £6184.80) Weights raised 4lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 3.25 - THE SKY BET PONTEFRACT CASTLE FILLIES’ STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £22408 to the winning horse The second to receive £8532, the third £4272, the fourth £2132, the fifth £1068, the sixth £536, the seventh £268 and the eighth £132. for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which have not won a Group 1 or Group 2 Pattern race after August 31st, 2020. Enter by noon, June 14th and pay £100 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 18th. Weights: 9st each Penalties, after August 31st, 2020, a winner of a Listed race 3lb Of a Group 3 race 5lb. The winning owner will receive a Perpetual Challenge Trophy to be held for one year only. SKY BET have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race. 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. 15 entries at £100. Closed June 14th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £17600; Second £7256; Third £3628; Fourth £1816; Fifth £908; Sixth £452; Seventh £228; Eighth £112. (Penalty Value £22408) A SS SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 3.55 - THE SKY BET PONTEFRACT CUP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (Round 4 of the Pontefract Stayers Championship 2021) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5400 to the winning horse The second to receive £2535, the third £1268, the fourth £634, the fifth £300, the sixth £300, the seventh £300 and the eighth £300. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 61-80 (also open to such horses rated 81 and 82; such horses rated 60 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £20 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher, or £4 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £16 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 18th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 7lb Penalties, after June 12th, 2021, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. The winning owner will receive a Perpetual Challenge Trophy to be held for one year only. SKY BET have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race. 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. 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. 20 entries, at £20. - Closed June 14th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4267; Second £2133; Third £1067; Fourth £533; Fifth £240; Sixth £240; Seventh £240; Eighth £240. (Penalty Value £5400) SS SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 4.25 - THE HAPPY FATHER’S DAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6115 to the winning horse The second to receive £2866, the third £1435, the fourth £716, the fifth £358, the sixth £177, the seventh £90 and the eighth £44. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 71-90 (also open to such horses rated 91 and 92; such horses rated 70 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £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 18th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 3-y-o 8st Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st Penalties, after June 12th, 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. NOTE: Three-year-old horses might not be able to receive the full weight-for-age allowance in this race. 19 entries, at £30. - Closed June 14th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4819; Second £2410; Third £1205; Fourth £602; Fifth £301; Sixth £150; Seventh £76; Eighth £37. (Penalty Value £6115.20) SS SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 4.55 - THE DAVID WILDON MARCHING ON TOGETHER MEMORIAL NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (PLUS 10 RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5400 to the winning horse The second to receive £2535, the third £1268 and the fourth £634. for novice three yrs old. Enter by noon, June 14th and pay £20 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 18th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 2lb; fillies 8st 11lb Penalties, for each Auction or Median Auction race won 5lb For each other race won 7lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties). THE FRIENDS AND FAMILY OF DAVID WILDON have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race. 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. 15 entries at £20. - Closed June 14th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4267; Second £2133; Third £1067; Fourth £533. (Penalty Value £5400) SS SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE. Eighth Race 5.25 - THE TRIBUTE BANDS FAMILY DAY 25TH JULY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6480 to the winning horse The second to receive £3042, the third £1521 and the fourth £760. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 71-90 (also open to such horses rated 91 and 92; such horses rated 70 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £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 18th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 3-y-o 8st 2lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 7lb Penalties, after June 12th, 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. 24 entries, 0 at £6 and 24 at £30. - Closed June 14th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5120; Second £2560; Third £1280; Fourth £640. (Penalty Value £6480) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE.