Pontefract Racecard - Tuesday 6th July by Weatherbys

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THE DIANNE NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

for two yrs old x Total race value £7200 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2560, 2nd £1280, 3rd £640, 4th £320, 5th £240, 6th £240, 7th £240, 8th £240.(Penalty Value £3240) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. For conditions of this race, see page 33 FO RM A N A LYS I S - A C LOS E R L OOK

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (16-21): R Fahey (44 wins from 327 runners, 13%) runs TAREEKH TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Fahey (10 wins from 70 runners, 14%) runs TAREEKH LONGEST TRAVELLER: BONITA B trained by M Channon, West Ilsley, 177 miles. Br Breeding

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1 TAREEKH (IRE) (25) 0411 D

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Br Ch c Dandy Man (IRE) - Satin Ribbon O Sheikh Abdullah Almalek Alsabah B Ballyhane Stud

Jack Mitchell J Richard Fahey, Malton T Richard Fahey Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Oﬀ the mark in a 6f Thirsk maiden last month and followed up in competitive Rous seller at York (6f, good) 25 days ago. An opening mark of 73 looks lenient with further progress likely. TFRHHHHH BHA73

2 PINK STORM (GB) (46) 334

9-4

Br B f Aclaim (IRE) - Rowan Brae O Mr B Chatwal & Mrs E Burke B Whatton Manor Stud

(6)

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Third over 5f on ﬁrst 2 starts. Failed to stay 7f on testing ground at Haydock since TFRHHHII BHA70 and drop to 6f promises to suit on nursery debut.

3 ETERNAL GLORY (IRE) (22) 652

Br B f Cotai Glory - Carry On Katie (USA) O Kingsley Park 20 B Micheal & Martin Butler

9-0

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Better with each start, proving suited by the step up to 6f when second of 10 in TFRHHHHI BHA66 novice at Carlisle 22 days ago. Respected for leading stable.

4 ZWIFT (GB) (20) 350

8-13

Br B f Kodiac - Yukon Girl (IRE) O Gallop Racing B Dance Thoroughbreds

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Daniel Tudhope J David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T Gain Equine Nutrition S

TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t gone from her debut but perhaps that’ll change now handicapping in cheekpieces. TFRHHHII BHA65

5 BONITA B (GB) (21) 0553

8-12

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6 EDINSON KEVANI (IRE) (25) 23664

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Br B f Oasis Dream - Eﬃe B Tom Marquand J O Bastian Family Mick Channon, West Ilsley T B E & R Bastian TIMEFORM VIEW Ran best race to date when third of 8 in maiden at Brighton (6f, good) 21 days ago, but an opening handicap mark of 64 demands more. TFRHHHII BHA64 Br B g Kodiac - Lucrezia O Mrs Wendy Burdett B Tally-Ho Stud

Rowan Scott J Phillip Makin, Easingwold T

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form. Good 2 1/2 lengths fourth of 20 to Tareekh in Rous seller at York (6f, good) 25 days ago. Ought to be thereabouts but may struggle to turn tables on Richard Fahey’s charge. TFRHHHHI BHA64

7 BEARCARDI (IRE) (21) 0306

8-9

Br B g Kodi Bear (IRE) - Mojita (IRE) O RP Racing Ltd B Old Carhue Stud

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Lewis Edmunds J Les Eyre, Beverley T Hallco 1766 Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form to date. Didn’t stay 7.5f at Beverley last time and this drop back in trip should suit now switching his attention to handicaps. TFRHHHII BHA61

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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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David Allan J Tim Easterby, Malton T Nick Bradley Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. Showed a bit when sixth to Tareekh in Rous seller at York and perhaps found run coming too soon when well held over C&D 9 days later. TFRHHHII BHA58

Record Time: 1min 14.0secs; Median Time: 1min 16.90secs

Stewards Note: ZWIFT: Following its run on 16/6/2021 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P.’s: 2-1 Tareekh (IRE), 13-2 Edinson Kevani (IRE), 7-1 Eternal Glory (IRE), 15-2 Bonita B (GB), 10-1 Pink Storm (GB), Zwift (GB), 11-1 Clodovea (GB), 12-1 Bearcardi (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

There should be more to come from TAREEKH who can make light of an opening handicap mark of 73 and complete a hat-trick. Mark Johnston’s Carlisle runner-up Eternal Glory may provide the main threat ahead of Edinson Kevani who was behind the selection at York last time.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.TAREEKH (IRE) 2.ETERNAL GLORY (IRE) 3.EDINSON KEVANI (IRE)

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Mrs Dianne Gundill 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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DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No. 4, 7.

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THE FAMILY DAY ON 25TH JULY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

for three yrs old and upwards x Total race value £7200 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2560, 2nd £1280, 3rd £640, 4th £320, 5th £240, 6th £240.(Penalty Value £3240) 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 33

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LEADING COURSE TRAINER (16-21): R Fahey (44 wins from 327 runners, 13%) runs TOMBOLO TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Fahey (10 wins from 70 runners, 14%) runs TOMBOLO LONGEST TRAVELLERS: SMART QIBILI trained by M Botti, Newmarket, 142 miles. EPIDEMIC trained by G Boughey, Newmarket, 142 miles. Br Breeding

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1 TOMBOLO (FR) (24) 2/546-01 D Br B g Le Havre (IRE) - Sandbar O Merchants and Missionaries B Petra Bloodstock Agency Ltd

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Paul Hanagan J Richard Fahey, Malton T Ws Transportation S

TIMEFORM VIEW 18/1, career best when winning 11-runner handicap at Chester (10.3f, good to ﬁrm) 24 days ago. Up 4lb but likely to do better still so he’s not ruled out. TFRHHHHI BHA72

2 BILLY ROBERTS (IRE) (17) 000-322 C D Br B g Multiplex - Mi Amor (IRE) O Country Lane Partnership B Burgage Stud

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Lewis Edmunds J Simon Whitaker, Scarcroft T Yorkshire Bale S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fourteen runs since last win in 2019 but he posted creditable second of 12 in handicap at Haydock (10.2f, good to ﬁrm) 17 days ago, no match for winner. Course winner too so one for the shortlist. TFRHHHHI BHA65

3 SMART QIBILI (USA) (35) 0425-20

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Br Ch c Speightster (USA) - Allerton (USA) Tom Marquand J O Prestige Five Marco Botti, Newmarket T B Breﬀni Farm Marco Botti Ltd, Global Equine Group Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Hooded for 1st time, only eighth of 12 in handicap at Yarmouth (8f, good to ﬁrm, 22/1) 35 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time and not easy to make a case for. TFRHHIII BHA74

4 ZOOKEEPER (IRE) (50) 6350-10 BF

Br B c Dubawi (IRE) - Zara (BRZ) O Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Al Maktoum B Godolphin

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Returned with win at Musselburgh in April but only eleventh of 12 in handicap at Leicester (10f, soft, 10/3) 50 days ago. Needs to bounce back. TFRHHHII BHA73

5 CHINESE WHISPERER (FR) (11) 546430 Br B g Poet’s Voice - Shanghai Noon (FR) O Mr W. A. Bethell B Mr Berend Van Dalfsen

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Graham Lee J William Bethell, Arnold T

TIMEFORM VIEW Twelve runs since last win in 2019 and ﬁrst run since leaving Alan King when below form eighth of 14 in handicap at Newcastle (10.2f, 22/1) 11 days ago. Needs to step forward now for his new handler. TFRHHIII BHA63

6 EPIDEMIC (IRE) (12) 050-141 D

Br B g Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Symposia O Wildcard Partnership B Epona Bloodstock Ltd

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Ryan Moore J George Boughey, Newmarket T George Boughey S

TIMEFORM VIEW Made it 2-3 this year when landing 8-runner handicap at Leicester (10f, good) 12 days ago, digging deep. Raised 4lb but has more to oﬀer and rates a big player. TFRHHHHH BHA67

DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2020: SUDONA 5 9 7 Daniel Tudhope 6-4 (David O’Meara) 13 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 6.

Record Time: 2mins 8.2secs; Median Time: 2mins 13.70secs

Stewards Note: ZOOKEEPER: Following its run on 17/5/2021 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

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Probable S.P.’s: 11-8 Epidemic (IRE), 7-2 Tombolo (FR), 9-2 Billy Roberts (IRE), 11-1 Zookeeper (IRE), 12-1 Chinese Whisperer (FR), 22-1 Smart Qibili (USA)

PLAY SMARTER

EPIDEMIC arrives on an upward curve and George Boughey’s 3-y-o is fancied to make it 3-4 this term after his taking win at Leicester on his ﬁrst go at this trip. Chester scorer Tombolo is another with better days ahead of him and is feared most ahead of course winner Billy Roberts.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.EPIDEMIC (IRE) 2.TOMBOLO (FR) 3.BILLY ROBERTS (IRE)

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CHE RYL HI B B E R T RECORD TIMES DISTANCE 5f 3y 5f 3y 6f 6f 1m 6y 1m 6y 1m 6y 1m 2f 5y 1m 2f 5y 1m 2f 5y 1m 4f 5y 2m 1f 27y 2m 2f 2y 2m 5f 139y

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COURSE RECORD 1m 1.10 1m 0.49 1m 14.00 1m 12.60 1m 42.80 1m 42.80 1m 40.60 2m 10.10 2m 8.20 2m 8.20 2m 33.72 3m 40.67 3m 51.10 4m 47.80

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THE PIPALONG STAKES The Pipalong Stakes was inaugurated in 2003 to honour Tom Bennett and Marjorie Easterby’s popular sprinter, trained by Tim Easterby around the turn of the millennium to win ten races including the Haydock Sprint Cup at the highest level. The Listed contest, for fillies and mares aged four and older, is held over a mile at Pontefract each summer and has been contested by many high-class performers over the years. Macadamia delivered an impressive three and a half-length victory over Monturani in the first running, and she would go on to win the Royal Hunt Cup and Falmouth Stakes on her next two starts for trainer James Fanshawe and owner-breeder Lord Vestey. Macadamia, who was out of a half-sister to Lord Vestey’s Stayers’ Hurdle winner Karshi, certainly had an affinity with the Pipalong Stakes, as her daughter Spirit Raiser won the contest for the same connections in 2016. The second renewal of the race produced another top-class winner in the shape of Chorist. Cheveley Park Stud’s homebred daughter of Pivotal took the race with the minimum of fuss on her five-year-old debut, and later that season would beat no less than Alexander Goldrun to land the Pretty Polly Stakes and find only Haafhd too good when running second in the Champion Stakes. Chorist beat another Cheveley Park Stud colour-bearer, Ice Palace, into second in that 2004 edition of the Pipalong Stakes. That result sparked a wonderful run of success for the Newmarket operation in the contest, as it also owned the 2005 winner, Red Bloom, and the 2019 and 2020 scorers, Exhort and Romola. In 2010 Tim Easterby achieved his ambition of winning the race named in honour of his former stable star, and did so, fittingly, with another game and durable filly in Off Chance – the winner of five of her 24 starts. One of the most celebrated fillies or mares to have contested the Pipalong Stakes was the 1,000 Guineas heroine Billesdon Brook in 2019. She did not quite manage to win, finishing a brave second to Exhort, but she collected the Oak Tree Stakes and Sun Chariot Stakes on her next two outings. This year’s race, sponsored by Weatherbys Bloodstock Pro and held on Tuesday, July 6, has attracted a high-class field as befits its name and roll of honour. Waliyak ran a cracker at Royal Ascot last time, staying on well to finish third in the Kensington Palace Stakes. The Le Havre filly, trained by Roger Varian for Fawzi Abdulla Nass, was only a length adrift of the winner Lola Showgirl, to whom she was giving 20lb. The race also features the Kensington Palace Stakes fourth and sixth, Declared Interest and Dalanijujo. Declared Interest, trained by Ralph Beckett for The Eclipse Partnership, is by Declaration Of War out of Grade 3-placed Wiener Valkyrie, while Dalanijujo, trained by Mick Channon for Chris Hirst, is a Night Of Thunder relation to the brilliant Notnowcato. Lights On, who was not beaten far into eighth in the same race, bids to get back on the winning trail for Sir Michael Stoute having scored in handicaps at Nottingham and Ascot earlier in the season. The Siyouni half-sister to Group 1-placed Karar could become the fifth filly or mare to carry Cheveley Park Stud’s colours to victory in the Pipalong Stakes. Cheveley Park Stud also bred another of this year’s contenders, the four-time winner Lottie Marie. Success for the Intello filly would be bittersweet for the famed nursery as it also owned her until last October, when she was sold to be trained by Joseph Tuite for Hankers and Maccas. Agincourt, who finished eighth in the Duke of Cambridge Stakes at the royal meeting, takes a drop in grade. Trained by David O’Meara for her owner-breeder, Sir Robert Ogden, she is by Declaration Of War out of El Diamante, a Royal Applause half-sister to Manhattan Handicap winner Desert Blanc. The lightly raced Listed third Domino Darling is an interesting contender, making her debut at four for trainer William Haggas and owner-breeder Anthony Oppenheimer. She is by Oppenheimer’s wonderful four-time Group 1 winner Golden Horn out of Disco Volante, a Listed-placed Sadler’s Wells half-sister to St James’s Palace Stakes runner-up Valentino. Quality runs throughout the entire field and Jouska, who finished runner-up in Listed company at Musselburgh on her last start, represents trainer Henry Candy and owner Andrew Davis. She is a Cable Bay half-sister to Listed-placed Wasim.

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THE WEATHERBYS BLOODSTOCK PRO PIPALONG STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race)

for four yrs old and upwards ﬁllies and mares x Total race value £52000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £23171, 2nd £9511, 3rd £4758, 4th £2376, 5th £1191, 6th £593. (Penalty Value £29489.20) For conditions of this race, see page 33 FO RM A N A LYS I S - A C LOS E R L OOK

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (16-21): D O’Meara (25 wins from 168 runners, 15%) runs AGINCOURT TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): W Haggas (9 wins from 44 runners, 20%) runs DOMINO DARLING LONGEST TRAVELLER: DECLARED INTEREST trained by R Beckett, Kimpton Down, 214 miles. Br Breeding

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2 DALANIJUJO (IRE) (20) 0323-16 D

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Br B m Declaration of War (USA) - El Diamante (FR) Daniel Tudhope J O Sir Robert Ogden David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T B Sir Robert Ogden Ogden Safety Systems Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Third in this in 2019 and went close to a second listed success on 1m Goodwood reappearance in May. Better than result when eighth in Royal Ascot Group 2 latest and much respected at lower level. TFRHHHHH BHA105 Br Ch f Night of Thunder (IRE) - Kiss From A Rose O Mr C. R. Hirst B Limetree Stud

Ben Curtis J Mick Channon, West Ilsley T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent during light 2020 campaign and improved form to make winning return at Yarmouth (1m) in May. Decent eﬀort in Kensington Palace at Royal Ascot but plenty more needed here. TFRHHIII BHA83

3 DECLARED INTEREST (GB) (20) 6301-14 D Br B f Declaration of War (USA) - Wiener Valkyrie O The Eclipse Partnership B Car Colston Hall Stud

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Rob Hornby J Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T Car Colston Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful performer who scored on 1m Leicester reappearance and upped her game again when length fourth in Kensington Palace at Royal Ascot last month. Place claims. TFRHHHII BHA90

4 DOMINO DARLING (GB) (250) 1/503- D Br B f Golden Horn - Disco Volante O Mr A. E. Oppenheimer B Hascombe & Valiant Stud Ltd

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Tom Marquand J William Haggas, Newmarket T

TIMEFORM VIEW Low-mileage filly who was third in 13f Lingfield AW listed event on her final outing last year. Surprise if she’s reached her limit but this much shorter trip is a concern on this return to action. TFRHHHII BHA97

5 JOUSKA (GB) (31) 010-662

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6 LIGHTS ON (GB) (20) 123-110 D

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Br B f Cable Bay (IRE) - Quiet Protest (USA) Graham Lee J O Mr A. Davis Henry Candy, Wantage T B Equity Growth Partners Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Useful ﬁlly who ran as well as she’s ever done when second in 7f Musselburgh listed a month ago. Should be in the shake-up if seeing out this much longer trip. TFRHHHHI BHA100 Br Ch f Siyouni (FR) - In The Light O Cheveley Park Stud B London Thoroughbred Services Ltd

Ryan Moore J Sir Michael Stoute, Newmarket T Cheveley Park Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning run came to a halt when only midﬁeld in Kensington Palace at Royal Ascot but she had been going the right way and it would be no surprise were she to resume her progression now. TFRHHHHI BHA98

7 LOTTIE MARIE (GB) (31) 1-22115 D Br Ch f Intello (GER) - Heavenly Dawn O Hankers and Maccas B Cheveley Park Stud Limited

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Silvestre De Sousa J Joseph Tuite, Lambourn T Tuite Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW In excellent form in handicaps on the AW this year but she predictably found the step up to Group 3 level too much last time. Another struggle is on the cards. TFRHHIII BHA89

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent and useful ﬁlly who shaped well when never-nearer third of 18 in Kensington Palace on Royal Ascot return. Weighted to conﬁrm her superiority over the trio who reoppose from that race. TFRHHHHI BHA97

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Tongue Strap worn by No. 1.

2020: ROMOLA 4 9 0 Ryan Moore 11-1 (Sir Michael Stoute) 9 ran

Record Time: 1min 40.6secs; Median Time: 1min 45.90secs

Stewards Note: DOMINO DARLING: Following its run on 29/10/2020 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe. JOUSKA: Following its run on 5/6/2021 it was reported that the horse was hampered in the last furlong. Probable S.P.’s: 3-1 Waliyak (FR), 4-1 Agincourt (IRE), 5-1 Lights On (GB), 11-2 Jouska (GB), 6-1 Domino Darling (GB), 9-1 Declared Interest (GB), 25-1 Dalanijujo (IRE), 66-1 Lottie Marie (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

AGINCOURT was better than her eighth place in the Group 2 Duke of Cambridge at Royal Ascot suggests and is selected to return to her best and notch a second listed success of her career. Waliyak shaped well in the Kensington Palace handicap at the Royal meeting on her ﬁrst outing since last September and looks next best ahead of Jouska.

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TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.AGINCOURT (IRE) 2.WALIYAK (FR) 3.JOUSKA

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THE KING RICHARD III HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)

for three yrs old and upwards x Total race value £20000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £8126, 2nd £4064, 3rd £2032, 4th £1016, 5th £508, 6th £254. (Penalty Value £10308) For conditions of this race, see page 33 FO RM A N A LYS I S - A C LOS E R L OOK

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (16-21): R Fahey (44 wins from 327 runners, 13%) runs BRIAN THE SNAIL TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Fahey (10 wins from 70 runners, 14%) runs BRIAN THE SNAIL LONGEST TRAVELLER: ABERAMA GOLD trained by K Dalgleish, Carluke, 217 miles. Br Breeding

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1 HEY JONESY (IRE) (17) 00-5036 D Br B g Excelebration (IRE) - Fikrah O Pallister Racing B Ms Alice Fitzgerald

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Oisin McSweeney (7) J Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T Kevin Ryan Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Inconsistent type. 33/1, respectable sixth of 21 in handicap at Royal Ascot (6f, good to soft) 17 days ago, making eﬀort earlier than ideal. Others more persuasive. TFRHHIII BHA100

2 ABERAMA GOLD (GB) (17) 242040 D

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Br B c Heeraat (IRE) - Nigella O Evan M Sutherland & Partner I B Mrs J. McMahon

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Callum Rodriguez J Keith Dalgleish, Carluke T Keith Dalgleish Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winless in 2021 but largely in good nick, left poorly placed when twentieth of 21 in handicap (18/1) at Royal Ascot (6f, good to soft) 17 days ago. Shortlisted. TFRHHHII BHA99

3 BARBILL (IRE) (17) 60-2560 D Br B g Zebedee - Fiuise (IRE) O Mrs Susan Bunney B Epona Bloodstock Ltd

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John Egan J Mick Channon, West Ilsley T Mike Channon Bloodstock Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Arrives below par, ninth of 21 in handicap (66/1) at Royal Ascot (6f, good to soft) TFRHHHII BHA95 17 days ago. Needs to get back on track.

4 MONDAMMEJ (GB) (10) 163042 C D

Br B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Lamps of Heaven (IRE) O Mrs C. Brittain B Chasemore Farm

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Cam Hardie J Antony Brittain, Warthill T

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner in April and shaped well when second of 14 in handicap at Newcastle (6f, 7/1) TFRHHHHH BHA88 10 days ago, travelling strongly and ﬁrst home in his group. Player oﬀ just 1lb higher mark.

5 CORINTHIA KNIGHT (IRE) (16) 10-3033 C D Br Ch g Society Rock (IRE) - Victoria Lodge (IRE) O Ontoawinner & Partner B Tally-Ho Stud

9-2

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner who got right back on track when third of 10 in handicap at this C&D (good) 16 days ago. Holds good claims nudged up just 1lb. TFRHHHHI BHA88

6 FLYING PURSUIT (GB) (8) 10-1304 D Br Ch g Pastoral Pursuits - Choisette O Ontoawinner, M Hulin & Partner B Crossﬁelds Bloodstock Ltd

9-1

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Duran Fentiman J Tim Easterby, Malton T Ontoawinner S

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Ripon in May. 9/1, respectable fourth of 8 in handicap at Windsor (6f, soft) 8 days ago, needing lesser test, so he’s no forlorn hope. TFRHHHII BHA87

7 GOLDEN APOLLO (GB) (6) 060-003 CD

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Br Ch g Pivotal - Elan David Allan J O Mr David Scott & Partner Tim Easterby, Malton T B Cheveley Park Stud Limited David Scott & Co (Pattern Makers) Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who recorded respectable third of 11 in handicap at Thirsk (6f, good to ﬁrm) 6 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. TFRHHIII BHA86

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Br B g Lawman (FR) - Charanga O Reality Partnerships XVII B Colin Kennedy

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

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner but it’s now twenty ﬁve runs since last win in 2018 and below form eighth of 14 in handicap at Newcastle (6f, 18/1) 10 days ago. Others are more persuasive. TFRHHIII BHA84

9 BRIAN THE SNAIL (IRE) (24) 034004 CD Br Gr g Zebedee - Sweet Irish O Dr Marwan Koukash B Mr A. Kirwan

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Paul Hanagan J Richard Fahey, Malton T Euromatech S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner. 10/1, good fourth of 14 in handicap at Chester (6.1f, good to ﬁrm) 24 days ago, well drawn. Ought to be competitive again eased 2lb in the weights. TFRHHHII BHA83

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2020: SUMMERGHAND (IRE) 6 9 7 Daniel Tudhope EVENS (David O’Meara) 6 ran Hood worn by No. 4. Blinkers worn by No. 1, 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 6, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 5, 7.

Record Time: 1min 12.6secs; Median Time: 1min 16.90secs Probable S.P.’s: 4-1 Corinthia Knight (IRE), 11-2 Hey Jonesy (IRE), 6-1 Mondammej (GB), 15-2 Brian The Snail (IRE), 10-1 Aberama Gold (GB), Barbill (IRE), Golden Apollo (GB), 12-1 Flying Pursuit (GB), 16-1 Danzan (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

A fairly useful sprint in which MONDAMMEJ is taken to conﬁrm the promise of his Newcastle runner-up ﬁnish last week and gain a second win here in 2021. Corinthia Knight is weighted to have a big say and is feared most, although both in-form Aberama Gold and C&D scorer Brian The Snail are likely to be on the premises too in an open handicap.

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TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.MONDAMMEJ 2.CORINTHIA KNIGHT (IRE) 3.ABERAMA GOLD

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THE BOOK TICKETS ONLINE AT pontefract-races.co.uk HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

for three yrs old and upwards x Total race value £7200 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2560, 2nd £1280, 3rd £640, 4th £320, 5th £240, 6th £240, 7th £240. (Penalty Value £3240) Weights lowered 2lb. For conditions of this race, see page 33 FO RM A N A LYS I S - A C LOS E R L OOK

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (16-21): R Fahey (44 wins from 327 runners, 13%) runs DELPH CRESCENT TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Fahey (10 wins from 70 runners, 14%) runs DELPH CRESCENT LONGEST TRAVELLER: THOWQ trained by D Loughnane, Tern Hill, 117 miles. Br Breeding

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Br B g Dutch Art - Danseuse de Reve (IRE) O Owners Group 045 B Tullpark Ltd

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5 9-13(in 5lb ex) (3)

Joe Fanning J Mark Johnston, Middleham T Owners Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended long losing run in 11-runner handicap at Musselburgh (8f, good to ﬁrm) 8 days ago. Much respected under a 5lb penalty. TFRHHHHI BHA71

2 DELPH CRESCENT (IRE) (19) 143503 D Br Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Zut Alors (IRE) O Withernsea Thoroughbred Limited B Knocktoran Stud

6 9-10

(6)

Paul Hanagan J Richard Fahey, Malton T Tiﬃn Sandwiches Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Southwell in February and posted creditable third of 7 in handicap at Ripon (9.8f, good to ﬁrm, 22/1) 19 days ago. One for the shortlist eased 1lb in the weights. TFRHHHHI BHA73

3 DELGREY BOY (GB) (8) 013322 D BF Br B g Delegator - Maybeagrey O REALITY PARTNERSHIPS XIV B Habton Farms

4 9-10

(2)

David Allan J Tim Easterby, Malton T Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Thirsk in May and placed on all his four runs since, clear second of 6 in handicap (8/11) over C&D (good) 8 days ago. Big player oﬀ an unchanged mark here. TFRHHHHH BHA73

4 CHALLET (IRE) (21) 5-33055 D Br B g Clodovil (IRE) - Eileenlilian O Dunham Trading Ltd B Rathasker Stud

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(7)

Paul Mulrennan J Michael Dods, Darlington T Bennett Potatoes Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Respectable fifth of 9 in handicap at Thirsk (7f, good to firm, 9/2) 21 days ago, despite being slowly away. Not ruled out in search of his first win of 2021. TFRHHHII BHA72

5 KEEPUP KEVIN (GB) (287) 0/65365- D Br B g Haafhd - Black Salix (USA) O Mrs P. M. Sly B Mrs P. M. Sly

9-7

(1)

Dougie Costello J Pam Sly, Peterborough T Pam Sly Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winning handicapper who ended 2020 under a bit of a cloud. Has won oﬀ a break before though, so he’s no forlorn hope on his comeback run. TFRHHHII BHA70

6 THOWQ (IRE) (12) 5233-00

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Br B f Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Alaata (USA) Hollie Doyle J O The Roses Partnership David Loughnane, Tern Hill T B Shadwell Estate Company Limited R & E Bamford Limited, Galloways Bakers Ltd, Dave Loughnane Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW 8/1, ﬁrst run since leaving Marco Botti when tenth of 11 in handicap at Leicester (8.2f, good) 12 days ago. Needs to get back on track. TFRHHIII BHA67

7 ITALIAN BREEZE (GB) (17) 0210-6 Br Ch g Bated Breath - Novellara O Highbeck Racing 2 B Emma Capon Bloodstock

9-2

(5)

Jack Garritty J Jedd O’Keeﬀe, Leyburn T Jedd O’Keeﬀe Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Redcar last August but only sixth of 9 in handicap (14/1) at Haydock (8f, good to ﬁrm) on his return 17 days ago. Others are better treated at these weights. TFRHHIII BHA74

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DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2020: DANCIN BOY 4 9 7 Andrew Mullen 10-3 (Michael Dods) 9 ran Hood worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2.

Record Time: 1min 40.6secs; Median Time: 1min 45.90secs Probable S.P.’s: 6-4 Delgrey Boy (GB), 4-1 Asdaa (IRE), 6-1 Delph Crescent (IRE), 13-2 Challet (IRE), 16-1 Keepup Kevin (GB), 20-1 Italian Breeze (GB), 25-1 Thowq (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

DELGREY BOY looks poised to add to his earlier Thirsk success given he can race oﬀ the same mark as when an excellent clear second over C&D last week. In-form Delph Crescent appeals as the one to chase home Tim Easterby’s well-weighted 4-y-o with recent Musselburgh scorer Asdaa likely to be in the shake-up too.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.DELGREY BOY 2.DELPH CRESCENT (IRE) 3.ASDAA (IRE)

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THE BEN AND MARY HIBBERT MEMORIAL MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) for maiden three yrs old and upwards x Total race value £7200 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3072, 2nd £1536, 3rd £768, 4th £384. (Penalty Value £3888) For conditions of this race, see page 33 FO RM A N A LYS I S - A C LOS E R L OOK

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (16-21): T Easterby (32 wins from 253 runners, 13%) runs HELLENISTA TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Easterby (9 wins from 86 runners, 10%) runs HELLENISTA LONGEST TRAVELLERS: SANDS FURY trained by J Butler, ALKHATTAAF trained by S bin Suroor, SEA THE GIRL trained by Alex French, PENNYMOOR trained by J & T Gosden, PIROUETTE QUEEN trained by D Elsworth & WAHRAAN trained by Sir M Stoute - all Newmarket, 142 miles. Br Breeding

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Br Ch m Shirocco (GER) - Agnese Tom Eaves J O Mrs H I S Calzini Philip Kirby, Richmond T B Mrs H. I. S. Calzini Topspec Equine Ltd, Philip Kirby Racing S TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in 3 bumpers and sent oﬀ at 200/1 when suﬀering a similar fate on AW Flat debut in May. TFRHIIII BHABr B f Sea The Moon (GER) - Bountiful Girl O Jam Tomorrow Partnership B Ms J. A. French

Dylan Hogan (3) J Alex French, Newmarket T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW 3,500 gns foal, Sea The Moon ﬁlly. Half-sister to 1m winner Harbour Pilot. Dam winner up to 9.3f (2-y-o 7f winner) who probably stayed 1 1/2m. TFRHIIII BHA-

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Br B g Mukhadram - Rewaaya (IRE) O Godolphin B Shadwell Estate Company Limited

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Callum Shepherd J Saeed bin Suroor, Newmarket T Emirates Fly Better S

TIMEFORM VIEW 3/1, seventh of 8 in maiden at Goodwood (9.9f, good) on debut 30 days ago. Gelded since and likely to do better with that experience behind him. TFRHHHHI BHA-

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Br B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Duchess of Gazeley (IRE) O Geoﬀ & Sandra Turnbull B Elwick Stud

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Paul Mulrennan J Ben Haslam, Middleham T

TIMEFORM VIEW Nathaniel gelding. Half-brother to winner up to 1m Bandola and 11.6f winner TFRHHIII BHADuke of Condicote. Probably best watched this time unless betting vibes strong.

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Br B c Footstepsinthesand - Fast Candy (IRE) O Mr J. Butler B Newtown Anner Stud

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George Wood J John Butler, Newmarket T

TIMEFORM VIEW Big prices and well held both starts.

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6 THESETHINGSHAPPEN (GB) (18) 0

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7 WAHRAAN (FR) (54) 05-22 BF

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Br B g Siyouni (FR) - National Day (IRE) Daniel Tudhope J O Ray Treacy and Jason Reed David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T B G. B. Partnership Gain Equine Nutrition S TIMEFORM VIEW 33/1, last of 8 in novice at Redcar (1 1/4m, good) on debut 18 days ago. Hooded ﬁrst time and needs to leave that opening run well behind. TFRHHIII BHABr Ch c Le Havre (IRE) - Al Jassasiyah (IRE) O Al Shaqab Racing B Al Shaqab Racing

Ryan Moore J Sir Michael Stoute, Newmarket T Haras De Bouquetot S

TIMEFORM VIEW Took another step forward when second in Salisbury handicap over this trip (soft) in May and should prove hard to beat dropping back into a maiden. TFRHHHHH BHA83

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9 HELLENISTA (GB) (-)

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Br B f Gleneagles (IRE) - Elbasana (IRE) Jason Hart J O Mr J. J. Quinn John Quinn, Malton T B Lynch Bages & Camas Park Stud JJ Quinn Racing Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW €160,000 Gleneagles half-sister to several winners, including smart 9f-1 1/2m winner Edelmira and useful 10.5f-2m winner Elishpour. Newcomer who needs keeping an eye on in the market. TFRHHHII BHABr B f Nathaniel (IRE) - Maven O Habton Racing B Habton Farms

David Allan J Tim Easterby, Malton T Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Nathaniel ﬁlly. Dam 9.5f/10.4f winner. Betting the best guide to expectations. TFRHHHII BHA-

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Br Ch f Gleneagles (IRE) - Timeless Call (IRE) O Miss Victoria Watt B Reggie Roberts

(8)

Phil Dennis J Gillian Boanas, Saltburn T

TIMEFORM VIEW €80,000 yearling but never made it to the track for Richard Fahey and picked up for 2,000 gns by new connections in February. Likely outsider. TFRHIIII BHA-

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Br B f Frankel - Penelopa O Godolphin B Litex Commerce

(1)

Martin Harley J John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket T Emirates Fly Better S

TIMEFORM VIEW 6/1, green when eighth of 12 in novice at Windsor (1 1/4m, good to ﬁrm) on debut TFRHHHII BHA29 days ago. Should improve.

12 PIROUETTE QUEEN (GB) (13) 004

Br Ch f Pivotal - Something Exciting O Quinn,Quinn, Benham, Whitford & Elsworth B Kingwood Stud

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John Egan J David Elsworth, Newmarket T HG Construction Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Left her 2 AW eﬀorts to start her career behind when fourth of 9 in 1 1/4m maiden at Salisbury 13 days ago. Up in trip again. TFRHHHII BHA75

2020: SARVAN 3 9 4 Ben Curtis 13-8 (George Scott) 13 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Hood worn ﬁrst time by No. 6. Running for the ﬁrst time since Gelding No. 3, 4.

Record Time: 2mins 8.2secs; Median Time: 2mins 13.70secs Probable S.P.’s: 1-2 Wahraan (FR), 11-1 Alkhattaaf (GB), 12-1 Pennymoor (GB), 16-1 El Hamra (IRE), 20-1 Pirouette Queen (GB), 28-1 Hellenista (GB), 33-1 Great Commission (GB), 50-1 Thesethingshappen (GB), 80-1 Sea The Girl (GB), 100-1 Sands Fury (IRE), Its Time To Shine (IRE), 200-1 Cleofe (GB)

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.WAHRAAN (FR) 2.ALKHATTAAF 3.PENNYMOOR

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It’s very hard to see past WAHRAAN who showed pretty useful form when second in a Salisbury handicap last time and looks capable of even better still. Godolphin-owned pair Alkhattaaf and Pennymoor can step up on their debut eﬀorts and ﬁght it out for the minor honours.

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THE LADIES DAY ON 4TH AUGUST HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

for three yrs old x Total race value £7200 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2560, 2nd £1280, 3rd £640, 4th £320, 5th £240, 6th £240, 7th £240. (Penalty Value £3240) For conditions of this race, see page 33 FO RM A N A LYS I S - A C LOS E R L OOK

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (16-21): T Easterby (32 wins from 253 runners, 13%) runs AVA GO JOE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Easterby (9 wins from 86 runners, 10%) runs AVA GO JOE LONGEST TRAVELLER: EHRMANN trained by A Murphy, Newmarket, 142 miles. Br Breeding

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Br B f Mehmas (IRE) - Flirtinaskirt O Mr Philip Wilkins B Philip Wilkins

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Typically showed plenty of dash to dead-heat at Lingﬁeld (5f) in May. Not matched that form in either start since, though, and others more appealing. TFRHHHII BHA77

2 NAVAJO SPRING (IRE) (17) 25-3125 D BF Br B f Charm Spirit (IRE) - Clifton Dancer O Mr Doug Graham B Rathasker Stud

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Connor Beasley J Michael Dods, Darlington T Denton Hall Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Belatedly oﬀ the mark at Redcar in May but below par over same C&D latest and TFRHHHII BHA76 needs to bounce back.

3 BOOGIE TIME (IRE) (45) 1033-00 Br B g Kodiac - Get Up And Dance O MR CARL WATERS & MRS E BURKE B Tally-Ho Stud

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

TIMEFORM VIEW 18/1, seventh of 9 in handicap at Haydock (6f, heavy) 45 days ago. Cheekpieces TFRHHIII BHA75 back on. Makes limited appeal.

4 EHRMANN (IRE) (8) 122263 D BF

Br B g Dragon Pulse (IRE) - Desiderada (IRE) O Mr D. de Souza B Mountarmstrong Stud

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Tom Marquand J Amy Murphy, Newmarket T Amy Murphy Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Southwell in March. 3/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, creditable third of 7 in handicap at Lingﬁeld (5f, soft) 8 days ago, not knocked about. Can make presence felt. TFRHHHII BHA75

5 SOUND REASON (GB) (5) 0-21133 D

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Br Ch g Hot Streak (IRE) - Brown Eyed Honey Tom Eaves J O Hambleton Racing Ltd XXIX Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T B The Brown Eyed Honey Partnership Hambleton Racing Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW AW novice winner who improved again to strike on Beverley handicap debut (5f) in May. Solid eﬀorts in defeat since and must enter calculations. TFRHHHHI BHA75

6 AVA GO JOE (IRE) (4) 03-212 D BF

Br B g Dragon Pulse (IRE) - Elusive Ellen (IRE) O Mr B Valentine & Partner B Con Harrington

Duran Fentiman J Tim Easterby, Malton T M.A.V. Wallcoverings Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Oﬀ the mark at Beverley (5f) last month and posted good second on handicap debut over same C&D since. Looks the one to beat. TFRHHHHH BHA72

7 RADRIZZANI (GB) (11) 15-300 D Br B f Kodiac - Dhanyata (IRE) O Highbank Stud B Highbank Stud LLP

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Daniel Tudhope J David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced winner. 33/1 and tongue strap on for 1st time, eighth of 9 in handicap at Yarmouth (5.2f, good) 11 days ago. Others have achieved more. TFRHIIII BHA69

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Record Time: 1min 0.49secs; Median Time: 1min 3.30secs

Stewards Note: RADRIZZANI: Following its run on 25/6/2021 it was reported that the horse did not face the tongue-strap.

Probable S.P.’s: 7-4 Ava Go Joe (IRE), 9-2 Sound Reason (GB), 5-1 Navajo Spring (IRE), 6-1 Virginia Plane (GB), 7-1 Ehrmann (IRE), 33-1 Boogie Time (IRE), 40-1 Radrizzani (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

AVA GO JOE is still low mileage and ran a cracker on his handicap bow at Beverley last week. He can land the ﬁnale. Sound Reason rates the chief threat.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.AVA GO JOE (IRE) 2.SOUND REASON 3.EHRMANN (IRE)

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First Race 1.50 - THE DIANNE NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3240 to the winning horse The second to receive £1521, the third £760, the fourth £380, the fifth £300, the sixth £300, the seventh £300 and the eighth £300. for two yrs old only, Rated 0-75 (also open to such horses rated 76 and 77 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, June 30th and pay £15 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 4th. Lowest weight 8st; Highest weight not less than 9st 7lb Penalties, after June 26th, 2021, for each race won 6lb. MRS DIANNE GUNDILL, wife of the Managing Director, will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race. In addition a cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 19 entries at £15. - Closed June 30th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2560; Second £1280; Third £640; Fourth £320; Fifth £240; Sixth £240; Seventh £240; Eighth £240. (Penalty Value £3240) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 2.25 - THE FAMILY DAY ON 25TH JULY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3240 to the winning horse The second to receive £1521, the third £760, the fourth £380, the fifth £300 and the sixth £300. for three 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. July 4th. 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 26th, 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. In addition, a cash prize will be presented to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. NOTE: Three-year-old horses might not be able to receive the full weight-for-age allowance in this race. 20 entries, at £15. - Closed June 30th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2560; Second £1280; Third £640; Fourth £320; Fifth £240; Sixth £240. (Penalty Value £3240) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 3.00 - THE WEATHERBYS BLOODSTOCK PRO PIPALONG STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £29489 to the winning horse The second to receive £11180, the third £5595, the fourth £2787, the fifth £1398 and the sixth £702. for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which have not won a Group 1 Pattern race after 2020. Enter by noon, June 30th and pay £100 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 4th. Weights: 9st each Penalties, after 2020, a winner of a Listed race 3lb Of a Group 3 race 5lb Of a Group 2 race 7lb. The winning owner will receive a Challenge Trophy, to be held for one year only. WEATHERBYS have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, they will award a cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 12 entries at £100. Closed June 30th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £23171; Second £9511; Third £4758; Fourth £2376; Fifth £1191; Sixth £593. (Penalty Value £29489.20) A SS SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 3.35 - THE KING RICHARD III HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10308 to the winning horse The second to receive £4834, the third £2418, the fourth £1208, the fifth £604 and the sixth £302. for three 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. July 4th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 3-y-o 8st 3lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 8lb Penalties, after June 26th, 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. In addition a cash prize will be presented to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. A perpetual Challenge Trophy, to be held by the winning owner for one year only, has been provided for this race by Pontefract Civic Trust. 17 entries, 2 at £10 and 15 at £50. - Closed June 30th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8126; Second £4064; Third £2032; Fourth £1016; Fifth £508; Sixth £254. (Penalty Value £10308) SS SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 4.10 - THE BOOK TICKETS ONLINE AT pontefract-races.co.uk HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3240 to the winning horse The second to receive £1521, the third £760, the fourth £380, the fifth £300, the sixth £300 and the seventh £300. for three 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. July 4th. 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 5lb Penalties, after June 26th, 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. In addition, a cash prize will be presented to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 18 entries, at £15. - Closed June 30th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2560; Second £1280; Third £640; Fourth £320; Fifth £240; Sixth £240; Seventh £240. (Penalty Value £3240) Weights lowered 2lb. SS SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 4.45 - THE BEN AND MARY HIBBERT MEMORIAL MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3888 to the winning horse The second to receive £1825, the third £912 and the fourth £456. for maiden three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, June 30th and pay £15 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 4th. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 10st; fillies 9st 9lb. CHERYL HIBBERT has generously sponsored this race in memory of her parents, Ben and Mary Hibbert. She will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race. In addition, she will also present a cash prize to the stable employee, judged by her, to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 28 entries at £15. - Closed June 30th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3072; Second £1536; Third £768; Fourth £384. (Penalty Value £3888) SS SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 5.15 - THE LADIES DAY ON 4TH AUGUST HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3240 to the winning horse The second to receive £1521, the third £760, the fourth £380, the fifth £300, the sixth £300 and the seventh £300. for three yrs old only, 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. July 4th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 7lb Penalties, after June 26th, 2021, for each race won 6lb. A memento will be presented to the owner of the winner of this race. In addition, a cash prize will be presented to the stable employee, judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 15 entries, at £15. - Closed June 30th, 2021. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2560; Second £1280; Third £640; Fourth £320; Fifth £240; Sixth £240; Seventh £240. (Penalty Value £3240) SS SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE.

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