Pontefract Racecard - Monday 21st October by Weatherbys

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MONDAY 21ST OCTOBER

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First Race 2.15

THE NORTHERN COMMERCIALS

IVECO

S-WAY RANGE RESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5)

(for horses in Bands C and D) (GBB RACE)

for maiden two yrs old x Total prize fund £6899 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2944, 2nd £1472, 3rd £736, 4th £368. (Penalty Value £3725.46)

For conditions of this race, see page 39

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): M & D Easterby (12 wins from 111 runners, 11%) runs YORKSHIRE MYTH TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Haynes (2 wins from 29 runners, 7%) runs LEBLON GIRL LONGEST TRAVELLERS: LOVING APPRENTICE trained by E Dunlop & LEBLON GIRL trained by A Haynes - both Newmarket, 147 miles.

1 MORELLO MAN (IRE) (-)

9-7 (1)

Br Ch g Footstepsinthesand - Kirsch (IRE) Oisin McSweeney (3) J

O Keatley Racing Owners Group & D Moore Adrian Keatley, Malton T

B Jason Singh & Greg Saveall Keatley Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 3. €37,000 yearling, Footstepsinthesand gelding. Dam unraced out of winning half-sister to Matron Stakes winner Chachamaidee. TFRHHHII BHA-

2 NOBODY’S BUSINESS (IRE) (-)

Br B g Kodiac - Dairy Herd (IRE) Harrison Shaw J

O Mayﬂower Racing Club Jessica Macey, Doncaster T

B Alo Malone

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 4. €27,000 yearling, Kodiac gelding. Closely related to 6f/7f winner Brazuca and half-brother to winner up to 7f Big Boots. Dam unraced. Wears hood. TFRHHIII BHA-

3 COLOCOLO (GB) (7) (2lb) 52300

9-5 (8)

Br Br c Mohaather - Ocelot Alistair Rawlinson J

O Mr Michael Appleby Michael Appleby, Oakham T

B Manor Farm Stud (Rutland) Trade Access Panels Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced colt. First run since leaving Kevin Philippart De Foy when last of 7 in novice (28/1) at Wolverhampton (5.1f) 7 days ago. Hard to weigh up at present. TFRHHHII BHA69

4 NOBLE HEIGHTS (IRE) (16) (2lb) 0

9-5 (4)

Br B c Far Above (IRE) - Nadine Hollie Doyle J

O Cragg Wood Racing Gemma Tutty, Northallerton T

B Hugh M. Hurst Gemma Tutty Racing, Fitzdares S

TIMEFORM VIEW Once-raced colt. 7/1, last of 10 in maiden at Wolverhampton (7.2f) on debut 16 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA-

5 YORKSHIRE MYTH (GB) (-) (2lb)

Br B g Advertise - Myth

O Mick & David Easterby 100 Racing

9-5 (3)

Joanna Mason J

Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T

B Whatton Manor Stud Stittenham Farms S

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 23. 12,000 gns yearling, Advertise gelding. Half-brother to 2 winners abroad, including winner up to 1 1/4m Kinkawa TFRHHHII BHA-

6 LEBLON GIRL (GB) (11) 224

9-2 (7)

Br B f Kodiac - Vandergirl (IRE) Kieran O’Neill J

O Giselle De Aguiar and A Haynes Alice Haynes, Newmarket T

B Vandergirl Partnership Coral Racing Limited, Alice Haynes Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced ﬁlly 4/1, fourth of 14 in maiden at Chelmsford City (6f) 11 days ago. One to consider. TFRHHHHI BHA66

7 LOVING APPRENTICE (GB) (23) 022

9-2 (2)

Br B f Tasleet - Rapid Recruit (IRE) Callum Rodriguez J

O Mr Paul Turner Ed Dunlop, Newmarket T

B Bolton Grange My pension expert S

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced ﬁlly Second of 13 in novice (28/1) at Chelmsford City (7f) 23 days ago. Looks a player. TFRHHHHH BHA69

8 HALA JOZA (GB) (46) (2lb) 6

Br B f Twilight Son - Aubrietia

O Mr Nawaf Almutairi

9-0 (6)

Connor Planas (3) J

David Loughnane, Tern Hill T B J. Babb

Dave Loughnane Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Once-raced ﬁlly. 16/1, sixth of 11 in maiden at Wolverhampton (6.1f) on debut 46 days ago. Blinkers on 1st time. TFRHHHII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

Hood worn first time by No. 2. Blinkers worn first time by No 8. Running for the first time since Gelding No 1, 2, 5.

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

Stewards Note:

2023:MEETING ABANDONED

NOBLE HEIGHTS: Following its run on 5/10/2024 it was reported that the horse ran green.

Probable S.P.’s: 9-4 Loving Apprentice (GB), 5-2 Leblon Girl (GB), 11-2 Morello Man (IRE), 10-1 Colocolo (GB), 12-1 Yorkshire Myth (GB), 14-1 Hala Joza (GB), 20-1 Nobody’s Business (IRE), 40-1 Noble Heights (IRE)

A low grade maiden, LOVING APPRENTICE and Leblon Girl look the leading players on form, with preference for the former, albeit only slight. Morello Man is the interesting newcomer

Northern Commercials will present a memento to the winning owner in the Winner’s Enclosure after this race.Acash prize of £100 will be presented to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race

The winning horse will also receive a sack of carrots kindly donated by Poskitts Vegetable Farmers and Growers.

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Second Race 2.45 1m 6y

THE WILLIAM HILL COMMITTED TO TOP PRICES NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

for two yrs old x Total prize fund £7000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2890, 2nd £1446, 3rd £722, 4th £361, 5th £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80)

For conditions of this race, see page 39

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): T Easterby (32 wins from 328 runners, 10%) runs TESTIMONIAL TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Easterby (11 wins from 67 runners, 16%) runs TESTIMONIAL LONGEST TRAVELLERS: CHARMING FELLOW trained by P Chapple-Hyam, BENTBASA trained by C Fellowes, FLYING FORTRESS trained by J Owen - all Newmarket, 147 miles.

1 LARCHILL LASS (GB) (14) 006302

9-9 (8)

Br B f Territories (IRE) - Final Set (IRE) Sam Feilden (7) J

O Nick Bradley Racing 5 & E Burke K. R. Burke, Leyburn T

B Archwill Bloodstock Limited Indication Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW 9/1, good second of 11 in nursery at this course (6f, heavy) 14 days ago, clear of rest. Signiﬁcantly up in trip. Shortlist material. TFRHHHHH BHA75

2 BENTBASA (IRE) (39) 502

Br Br c Sioux Nation (USA) - Talon Bleu (FR)

9-8 (3)

Callum Rodriguez J

O Dahab Racing Charlie Fellowes, Newmarket T

B Timothy Dineen

TIMEFORM VIEW Best eﬀort in novices when second of 10 in novice (11/4) at Newcastle (1m) 39 days ago. His opening mark demands more of him but no surprise were he to ﬁnd it. TFRHHHHI BHA74

3 CYMBIDIUM (IRE) (16) 230140 D

Br B f Calyx - Nili Patera (IRE)

O The Horse Watchers 13 & Partner

9-7 (1)

Edward Greatrex J

David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T

B Flaxman Stables Ireland Ltd Timeform S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Thirsk (1m) in September 9/2, last of 7 in nursery at Southwell (1m1f) 16 days ago. Bounce back needed now facing much softer ground than previously TFRHHHII BHA73

4 FLYING FORTRESS (GB) (14) 045262

Br B c Churchill (IRE) - Lady Poppy

O The Gredley Family

9-2 (9)

Rob Hornby J

James Owen, Newmarket T

B Elwick Stud Unex Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden. 9/1 and cheekpieces on ﬁrst time, second of 4 in nursery at Yarmouth (1 1/4m, good to soft) 14 days ago, no match for winner Back down in trip. TFRHHHII BHA68

5 GREEK GIFT (IRE) (23) 531246

Br B f Magna Grecia (IRE) - Shirley Blade (IRE)

O Nick Bradley Racing 49

8-13 (7)

Sam James J

K. R. Burke, Leyburn T

B Shirley Blade Partnership Indication Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Beverley in August. 11/1, last of 6 in nursery at Ripon (1m, good to soft) 23 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA65

6 AYE UP LASS (GB) (36) 600024

Br Br f Sergei Prokoﬁev (CAN) - Imshivalla (IRE)

O The Good Bad Ugly and Deaf

8-12 (4)

David Egan J

Declan Carroll, Malton T

B Graham Paver Pavers Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form. Fourth of 5 in nursery (4/1) at Musselburgh (1m, good to ﬁrm) 36 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA64

7 TESTIMONIAL (GB) (44) 4002

8-11 (5)

Br B g Time Test - Royal Rascal David Allan J

O Mr & Mrs N Wrigley

Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Mr & Mrs N. Wrigley Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Blinkered ﬁrst time, good 1/2-length second of 12 to Cymbidium in nursery (10/1) at Thirsk (1m, good to ﬁrm) 44 days ago. Respected. TFRHHHHI BHA63

8 TOBY TWO SCOOPS (GB)

Br B g Expert Eye - Maria Letizia

(65) 000

8-6 (6)

Aiden Brookes (3) J

O Mr R. M. Howard Micky Hammond, Middleham T

B Normandie Stud Ltd Eﬃngham Steel Services Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. Last of 9 in novice at Ripon (1m, good to ﬁrm, 125/1) 65 days ago. Makes handicap debut. Has work to do.

9 CHARMING FELLOW (GB) (25) 0004

TFRHIIII BHA58

8-4 (2)

Br B c Charming Thought - Lulea Hollie Doyle J

O Mr W. Prosser

Peter Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket T

B William Prosser Fairlawns Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. 28/1, 6 1/4m lengths fourth of 7 in nursery at Newmarket (1m, heavy) 25 days ago. Needs to build on that now.

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Blinkers worn by No. 6, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4.

Running for the ﬁrst time since Gelding No. 8.

Record Time: 1min 42.8secs; Median Time: 1min 45.90secs

Stewards Note:

TFRHHHII BHA56

CYMBIDIUM: Following its run on 5/10/2024 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run

Probable S.P.’s: 7-2 Larchill Lass (GB), Bentbasa (IRE), 13-2 Aye Up Lass (GB), Testimonial (GB), 15-2 Flying Fortress (GB), 10-1 Cymbidium (IRE), 16-1 Greek Gift (IRE), Charming Fellow (GB), 66-1 Toby Two Scoops (GB)

A chance is taken on the stamina of LARCHILL LASS, who proved herself in the mud when second over 6f here a fortnight ago and has Sam Feilden taking a handy 7lb oﬀ his back. Bentbasa has the potential for better again now handicapping and is second choice ahead of Testimonial.

Mark Walton, Racing Sponsorship Manager for William Hill will present a memento to the winning owner in the Winner’s Enclosure after this race. A cash prize of £50 will be presented to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

The winning horse will also receive a sack of carrots kindly donated by Poskitts Vegetable Farmers and Growers.

You may be asked to provide proof of your age when placing a bet

If you cannot produce this your bet will not be accepted

Third Race 3.15

THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF SILVER TANKARD STAKES (CLASS

1) (Listed Race)

for two yrs old x Total prize fund £40000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £17824, 2nd £7316, 3rd £3660, 4th £1828, 5th £916. (Penalty Value £22684)

For conditions of this race, see page 39

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): K R Burke (23 wins from 113 runners, 20%) runs CASTLE STUART TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Beckett (10 wins from 42 runners, 24%) runs CALLA LAGOON FANCY THAT: R Beckett won this race in 2015 and 2018. The stable runs CALLA LAGOON today.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: CALLA LAGOON trained by R Beckett, Kimpton Down, 214 miles

1 BASALT (IRE) (39) 51 D

9-5 (4)

Br Gr c Pinatubo (IRE) - Alienate Hollie Doyle J

O Primavera Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn T

B A. Stroud, T. Stewart & J. Hanly Archie Watson Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Only ﬁfth in a Deauville newcomers race on debut but strong in the betting and much improved to comfortably land a 1m Newcastle novice 4 weeks later. More to come from him. TFRHHHII BHA-

2 CALLA LAGOON (GB) (45) 51

9-5 (5)

Br B c New Bay - Orchid Lily Rob Hornby J

O Juddmonte Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T

B Juddmonte Farms Ltd Juddmonte Farms Inc S

TIMEFORM VIEWVerypromising individual.All thewiserforhis debutwhenwinning 9-runnermaiden (9/2) atAscot (7f, good to soft) 45 days ago. That form has been boosted a few times since and he can take the step up to listed level in his stride. TFRHHHHH BHA-

3 CASTLE STUART (IRE) (59) 531 D

9-5 (3)

Br B c Dubawi (IRE) - Golden Crown Paul Mulrennan J

O Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum K. R. Burke, Leyburn T

B Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive form, winning 6-runner maiden (6/5) at Hamilton (1m, heavy) 59 days ago, readily Should improve again for top stable which has enjoyed a tremendous season with its 2-y-os. TFRHHHHI BHA86

4 TUSCAN HILLS (FR) (52) 1 D

Br B c Night of Thunder (IRE) - Taqleed

O Amo Racing Limited

9-5 (2)

David Egan J

Raphael Freire, Lambourn T

B Mr John Richard Wheeler Sports Invest UK Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked a useful prospect when striking on his 1m Thirsk debut (good to ﬁrm) at the end of August, overcoming pace bias. Open to improvement. TFRHHHII BHA-

LOVE TALK

(IRE) (26) 14641

Br B f Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Lovelocks (IRE)

O Nick Bradley Racing 19 and partner

9-0 (1)

Sam James J

Grant Tuer, Northallerton T

B Glenvale Stud & Edgeridge Ltd Indication Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEWSoft-groundwinneronRedcardebutandgotherheadbackinfrontinavaluable raceonheavyground atGoodwood (7f)lastmonth,stayingon as if sure to be suited bythis 1m trip. Lacks the potential of the colts up against herbut shewill handle the conditions. TFRHHHII BHA93

DECLARED RUNNERS 5

Record Time: 1min 42.8secs; Median Time: 1min 45.90secs

Probable S.P.’s: 15-8 Calla Lagoon (GB), 7-2 Castle Stuart (IRE), 4-1 Love Talk (IRE), 6-1 Tuscan Hills (FR), 13-2 Basalt (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

CALLA LAGOON has had the form of his Ascot maiden win strongly boosted and can underline he’s yet another smart prospect for his stable Castle Stuart won comfortably on heavy at Hamilton recently and is second choice ahead of Love Talk, another who won’t be fazed by this deep ground.

Pontefract Racecourse will present a memento and perpetual challenge trophy to the winning owner in the Winner’s Enclosure after this race. A cash prize of £50 will be presented to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

The winning horse will also receive a sack of carrots kindly donated by Poskitts Vegetable Farmers and Growers

PHOTOGRAPHY

Anyone taking photographs in a private capacity should bear in mind the following points:-

1. Photographs are taken entirely at your own risk

2. You must conﬁne your activities to the areas normally open to the public which DO NOT INCLUDE the Track, Saddling Boxes, Stables, Parade Ring, Weighing Room and Unsaddling Enclosure.

3. The use of Flash Attachments is NOT permitted under any circumstances whatsoever.

BEST TURNED OUT WINNERS

CHARLIE JOHNSTON

MICHAEL & DAVID EASTERBY

KARL BURKE

As we head into the final day of the season we have three yards in with a chance of being crowned the 2024 Best Turned Out Leading Yard.

Last years winners Johnston Racing could well be in with a chance of collecting the award again but the Easterby yard and Karl Burke are also in with a shot of being this years champions!

As a thank you, the winners will receive a tasty treat for the whole team to enjoy!

We appreciate all the hardwork and effort all the lads and lasses put into getting their horses ready before they run at Ponte.

Thank you!

Fourth Race 3.45

THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF FILLIES’ HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS

2)

for three yrs old and upwards ﬁllies and mares x Total prize fund £30000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £12189, 2nd £6096, 3rd £3048, 4th £1524, 5th £762, 6th £381. (Penalty Value £15462)

For conditions of this race, see page 39

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): R Fahey (30 wins from 221 runners, 14%) runs TROPICAL ISLAND TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): W Haggas (7 wins from 50 runners, 14%) runs THE EYES HAVE IT LONGEST TRAVELLER: ALCAZAN trained by R Teal, Lambourn, 180 miles.

1 SOPHIA’S STARLIGHT (FR) (25) 425001 D 4 9-12 (7)

Br B f Hunter’s Light (IRE) - Endeavor (FR) Sam James J

O Nick Bradley Racing 19 and partner Grant Tuer, Northallerton T

B P. Chedeville Indication Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Six wins from 22 Flat runs. Career best when winning 5-runner handicap at Newmarket (6f, heavy, 13/2) 25 days ago, digging deep. Gets her ideal ground conditions again and should go

2 GLORIOUS ANGEL (IRE) (2) 314025 D 4 9-8 (5)

Br B f Cotai Glory - Angel Meadow Oliver Stammers J

O Nick Bradley Racing 23 Grant Tuer, Northallerton T

B Tally-Ho Stud Tattersalls S

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Ripon in April. Creditable ﬁfth of 10 in handicap at Catterick (5f, soft, 22/1) 2 days ago,

3 TROPICAL ISLAND (GB) (23) 650040 D 3 9-3 (1)

Br B f Inns of Court (IRE) - Kodi da Capo (IRE) Ryan Sexton J

O Sheikh Rashid Dalmook Al Maktoum Richard Fahey, Malton T

B D. R. Tucker

TIMEFORM VIEWHas been a touch disappointing this season aftera promising start, finishing onlyseventh of11 in handicap at Ripon (6f, good to soft, 9/1) 23 days ago. Needs a first-time cheekpieces and tongue strap combination to have a positive effect. TFRHHIII BHA85

4 THE EYES HAVE IT (GB) (16) 1234

3 9-1 (3)

Br B f Expert Eye - Simpletwistof Fate (USA) Callum Rodriguez J

O Mr Christopher Wright & Mr David Kilburn William Haggas, Newmarket T B Stratford Place Stud Stratford Place Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked potentially useful when making an impressive winning debut at Yarmouth (7f) in July but hasn’t advanced her form in 3 outings

beaten 5 lengthswhen fourth of10 on 7fNewmarket handicap debut 16 days ago. Drops to sprinting forthe ﬁrst time. TFRHHHII BHA83

5 ALCAZAN (GB) (8) 164613 D BF

6 9-0 (4)

Br B m Al Kazeem - Glorious Dreams (USA) Sean Dylan Bowen (3) J

O Mr John O’Donnell Roger Teal, Lambourn T

B Mr J. O’Donnell & Mr Noel William Kelly Chartplan(2004) Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Three wins from 11 runs this year, the latest at Ascot (5f, good) this month. Below-form third of 6 in handicap at Goodwood (6f, heavy) 8 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA81

6 MAY BLOSSOM (GB) (29) 420160 CD

Br B m Mayson - Almond Branches

O Ursa Major Racing Ltd & Julie Camacho

8-13 (6)

Oisin McSweeney (3) J

Julie Camacho, Malton T

B Mr J. A. Knox and Mrs M. A. Knox David Roberts & Partners Insurance Brokers S TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in August but below par twice

Br B f Harry Angel (IRE) - Yaa Mous Aiden Brookes (3) J

O Sharp Hill Thoroughbreds Micky Hammond, Middleham T

B Ellis Stud Partnership Micky Hammond Racing S

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2023: UNEQUAL LOVE 3 9 8 Tom Marquand 2-1 (William Haggas) 7 ran Tongue Strap worn ﬁrst time by No 3.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No. 3. Blinkers worn by No. 6.

Record Time: 1min 12.6secs; Median Time: 1min 16.90secs

Stewards Note:

GLORIOUS ANGEL: Following its run on 19/10/2024 it was reported that the trainer couldn’t explain poor run THURSDAY’S CHILD: Following its run on 8/10/2024 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P.’s: 9-4 Sophia’s Starlight (FR), 5-1 Glorious Angel (IRE), 11-2 The Eyes Have It (GB), 6-1 Tropical Island (GB), 9-1 Alcazan (GB), 10-1 Thursday’s Child (GB), 12-1 May Blossom (GB)

SOPHIA’S STARLIGHT revels in the mud and might be able to give the weight away Thursday’s Child has a C&D win and a Carlisle second to show for her 2 outings on soft/ heavy ground and is feared most with conditions to suit. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SOPHIA’S STARLIGHT (FR) 2.THURSDAY’S CHILD 3.THE EYES HAVE IT

Pontefract Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner in the Winner’s Enclosure after this race. A cash prize of £50 will be presented to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

The winning horse will also receive a sack of carrots kindly donated by Poskitts Vegetable Farmers and Growers.

Phil Bull, the founder of Timeform, was born and brought up a few miles from Pontefract in Hemsworth. His father was a coal miner and his mother a schoolmistress. Bull himself became a teacher but his childhood fascination with racing led him to turn his mathematical skills to the analysis of race times, which he first marketed in the late-1930s under the pseudonym William K.Temple (his status as a teacher precluded him from using his own name).

Pontefract was the first racecourse to which the young Bull was taken racing by his father and years later it was also the course where he enjoyed his first winner as a racehorse owner. That was in 1942 when Bull also began producing a Best Horses annual, the forerunner of the long-running Timeform Racehorses series.

The instantly recognisable Bull, sporting a ginger beard and smoking a cigar, became the leading owner in the North and also a successful breeder. Lady Electra, one of the foundation mares of his Hollins Stud, won the Substitute Lincolnshire Handicap at Pontefract in 1943 and a painting of that victory hangs in the Pontefract directors’ dining room.

Bull was the most successful professional punter of his era, keeping meticulous records which show that he made over £11.5m from betting, at today’s values. Also an influential campaigner on racing matters, he was a man of many parts, an accomplished chess and snooker player, and a passionate fan of Mozart, while his vast home library was dominated by books on philosophy and humanism.

September 1987, Phil Bull presents the perpetual trophy for his own race to winning jockey Steve Cauthen (photo by Alec Russell)

Fifth Race 4.15

THE PHIL BULLTROPHY CONDITIONS STAKES (CLASS 2) (Round 7 of the Pontefract Stayers Championship 2024) (GBB RACE)

for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £27000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £10843, 2nd £5422, 3rd £2711, 4th £1355. (Penalty Value £13759.20)

For conditions of this race, see page 39

- A

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): R Beckett (11 wins from 46 runners, 24%) runs OXFORD COMMA TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Beckett (10 wins from 42 runners, 24%) runs OXFORD COMMA LONGEST TRAVELLER: OXFORD COMMA trained by R Beckett, Kimpton Down, 214 miles

1 KYLE OF LOCHALSH (GB) (17) 013343 4 9-6 (2)

Br B c Highland Reel (IRE) - Quiz Mistress David Egan J

O The Fairy Story Partnership Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley T

B Deepwood Farm Stud Deepwood Properties S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful colt. Latest win at Salisbury in May. 47/10, creditable 3 1/4 lengths third of 7 to Shakti in Listed race at Saint-Cloud (13.9f, soft) 17 days ago. Back up in trip. Pick on form.

2 RAJINSKY (IRE) (44) 16500-0 D 8 9-6 (1)

Br B g Zoﬀany (IRE) - Pink Moon (IRE) Callum Rodriguez J

O Jastar Capital Limited Hugo Palmer, Malpas T

B Miss Elaine Marie Smith Jastar Capital Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Last of 15 in handicap (33/1) at Haydock (14f, good) 44 days ago. Up in trip Needs to bounce back. TFRHHHII BHA100

3 WISE EAGLE (IRE) (38) 0-00306 CD 7 9-6 (4)

Br Ch g Free Eagle (IRE) - Best Be Careful (IRE) Paul Mulrennan J

O The Seahouses Syndicate Adam Nicol, Seahouses T

B John Costello & Irish National Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful gelding. C&D winner Eleven wins from 34 Flat runs. 66/1, 24 3/4 lengths last of 6 to Sweet William in Doncaster Cup at Doncaster (17.9f, good) 38 days ago. Down in class and not discounted. TFRHHHII BHA103

4 OXFORD COMMA (IRE) (39) 3-110 3 8-6 (3)

Br Ch f Nathaniel (IRE) - Abilene Edward Greatrex J

O Valmont & Ballylinch Stud Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T

B Ballylinch Stud R M Beckett Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced winner 2 wins from 3 runs this year Latest win at Doncaster in June. 13 3/4 lengths seventh of 9 to Nakheel in Park Hill Stakes (9/2) at Doncaster (14.5f, good) 39 days ago. Up in trip.Another down in class and easily the least exposed. TFRHHHHI BHA94

DECLARED RUNNERS 4

Tongue Strap worn by No. 1.

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

Stewards Note:

OXFORD COMMA: Following its run on 12/9/2024 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P.’s: 11-8 Oxford Comma (IRE), 9-4 Kyle of Lochalsh (GB), 9-2 Wise Eagle (IRE), 7-1 Rajinsky (IRE)

KYLE OF LOCHALSH has the best form and is the safest option, though Oxford Comma is less exposed and might have a bigger performance in her. TIMEFORM PREDICTION:

Jim McGrath, former Chairman of Timeform, and Geoﬀ Greetham, former publishing editor of the Timeform Annuals will present a memento and perpetual challenge trophy to the winning owner in the Winner’s Enclosure after this race A cash prize of £50 will be presented to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race

The winning horse will also receive a sack of carrots kindly donated by Poskitts Vegetable Farmers and Growers.

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME

The Great British Bonus (GBB) oﬀers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per eligible race for British-bred ﬁllies and mares.

ST JOHN AMBULANCE

The Pontefract Executive wish to thank the ST JOHN AMBULANCE BRIGADE for the excellent services which they provide at Race Meetings.

RECORD TIMES

Sixth Race 4.45

THE NAPOLEONS CASINO BRADFORD HANDICAP STAKES

(CLASS 4)

for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4129, 2nd £2065, 3rd £1032, 4th £516, 5th £258. (PenaltyValue £5234) 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 39

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): T Easterby (32 wins from 328 runners, 10%) runs AUSTRIAN THEORY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Easterby (11 wins from 67 runners, 16%) runs AUSTRIAN THEORY

FANCY THAT: T Easterby won this race in 2015 and 2017. The stable runs AUSTRIAN THEORY today. LONGEST TRAVELLER: TIPSY TIGER trained by W Stone, West Wickham, 208 miles.

1 PADDY THE SQUIRE (GB) (9) 12-2300 D 4 10-0 (4)

Br B c Golden Horn - Provenance Andrew Mullen J

O Mr Ian Jones Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T

B Cheveley Park Stud Limited Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWUsefulformlastseason(winnerat11/4monheavy)andstartedthecurrentcampaignwith2goodplacedeﬀorts.Notsogoodthelasttwicebutitwasin the Cambridgeshire and aYork Class 2 so this is adrop in grade.Also has ﬁrst-time cheekpieces added to regulartongue tie. TFRHHHII BHA84

2 AUSTRIAN THEORY (IRE) (9) 360424

5 9-9 (1)

Br B g Awtaad (IRE) - Cedar Sea (IRE) David Allan J

O The Wolf Pack 2 and Partner Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Epona Bloodstock Ltd and P.A Byrne Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW It’s now 17 runs since his last win in 2023 but he comes here in good form, keeping on for fourth of 14 at York (1 1/4m, heavy) 9 days ago. Thereabouts again. TFRHHHHI BHA79

3 SHAMRAN (GB) (52) 4241

3 9-8 (6)

Br B c Kingman - Floret (IRE) Hollie Doyle J

O Mr Imad Alsagar

Harry Charlton, Beckhampton T

B Blue Diamond Stud Farm (UK) Ltd Blue Diamond Stud Farm S

TIMEFORM VIEWConﬁrmed previous promisewhen opening his account at the fourth time of asking in a 1m Salisburynovice (good to ﬁrm) at the end ofAugust. Steps up in trip for this handicap debut. Testing ground an unknown but he is unexposed. TFRHHHII BHA82

4 SPIRIT OF ACKLAM (GB) (20) 01-103 D 3 9-7 (5)

Br B c Cracksman - Zacchera Joanna Mason J

O Amity Finance Racing Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T

B D. J. Erwin Bloodstock Amity Finance Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to ﬁre in the London Gold Cup in May but ﬁrmly back on track after a break when close third of 10 at Ayr (1 1/4m) 3 weeks ago. Heavy-ground winner Likely capable of even better and leading claims. TFRHHHHH BHA81

5 EXPECTED ARRIVAL (IRE) (19) 53-2315 D

3 9-4 (8)

Br Br f Twilight Son - Litigious Callum Rodriguez J

O Mrs A. G. Kavanagh Kevin Philippart de Foy, Newmarket T

B Tipper Hse Summerhill Samac Kpf Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Haydock (10.5f, good to ﬁrm) in August. Good ﬁfth of 12 in handicap (4/1) at Kempton (11f) 19 days ago. Has yet to race on extremes of going. TFRHHHII BHA78

6 TIPSY TIGER (GB) (12) 642214 D BF

Br B g Postponed (IRE) - Tigerﬁsh (IRE)

(2)

Edward Greatrex J

O Miss Caroline Scott William Stone, West Wickham T

B Dr Caroline Scott

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Sandown (1 1/4m, soft) in September Only a respectable fourth of 9 in handicap at Nottingham (1 1/4m, heavy, 11/4) 12 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA78

7 INAPPROPRIATE (IRE) (11) 322311 D

(3)

Br Ch g Churchill (IRE) - Kimblewick (IRE) Kaiya Fraser (3) J

O One More For The Road II Harry Eustace, Newmarket T

B Grenane House Stud Tattersalls S

TIMEFORM VIEW On a hat-trick after 1 1/4m wins at Beverley (good to ﬁrm) and Ayr (good) this autumn. A further 4lb rise doesn’t look too severe and he can go well if handling today’s deeper ground. TFRHHHHI BHA74

8 MAGNETIC NORTH (IRE) (48) 0-31100 D

Br Ch g Born To Sea (IRE) - No Trimmings (IRE)

O Miss R. E. A. Menzies

9 8-13 (7)

Joe Fanning J

Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T

B Thomas McHugh Mile High Racing, Bluegrass Horse Feeds S

TIMEFORM VIEW 20/1, ﬁrst run since leaving Ian Patrick Donoghue when last of 8 in handicap at Newcastle (2m) 48 days ago. Signiﬁcantly back down in trip. A watching brief is advised. TFRHHIII BHA69

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No 1.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6.

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

Probable S.P.’s: 7-2 Spirit of Acklam (GB), 9-2 Shamran (GB), 5-1 Inappropriate (IRE), 13-2 Austrian Theory (IRE), 7-1 Paddy The Squire (GB), 8-1 Expected Arrival (IRE), 11-1 Tipsy Tiger (GB), 40-1 Magnetic North (IRE)

SPIRIT OF ACKLAM should be spot on for this after making a promising return from a break at Ayr recently and this unexposed 3-y-o can return to winning ways on ground which suits. Austrian Theory hasn’t won for a while but he’s run several good races in defeat this year and is second choice ahead of hat-trick seeking 3-y-o Inappropriate, who has yet to prove he handles the mud.

Napoleons Casino Bradford will present a memento to the winning owner in the Winner’s Enclosure after this race. A cash prize of £100 will be presented to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race

The winning horse will also receive a sack of carrots kindly donated by Poskitts Vegetable Farmers and Growers.

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WELFARE OF HORSES AND RIDERS

The safety and welfare of all horses and riders involved in races at Pontefract is one of our principal priorities. A Paramedic Ambulance, a Doctor and a Vet follow the runners in every race

GREEN SCREENS will normally be erected round any horse or rider requiring attention in order to provide privacy This does NOT necessarily reflect on the severity of any injury

The following horses will be galloping after racing:

Tim Easterby Unnamed x 2

Danny Brooke Wenwilldo

Whateverwildo

Arnie

Lizzie Quinlan

Sam England

Donald McCain

One more bottle

Whoshotthesheriff

Mellificent

Special Rate

Jeteye

Kinondo Kwetu

Born in the West

Kilta

Beneficially Yours

Barrabooka Winchmore Hill

Skuna Bay

Rock Hurley

Gold Emery

Nicky Richards Finnthemagician

snowy Clouds

Jennie Candlish

Jupiter Des Mottes

Robby

Milcree

Gege Ville

Broderick

Yealand

Thank Me Later Unnamed

Rebecca Menzies Inspire Hope

Shinfell

Piaff Bubbles

Parisian Fashion

Risky Lady

Lathan

Jeu Sacre

Perfectot

Raffles Wonder

Star Vantage

Always A Reason

Spartan Warrior

START AS YOU MEAN

Seventh Race 5.20 5f

THE WILLIAM HILL BETTING DONE PROPERLY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4129, 2nd £2065, 3rd £1032, 4th £516, 5th £258. (Penalty Value £5234)

For conditions of this race, see page 39

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): T Easterby (32 wins from 328 runners, 10%) runs GLENDOWN & PROFITEER TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Easterby (11 wins from 67 runners, 16%) runs GLENDOWN and PROFITEER LONGEST TRAVELLER: HONOUR YOUR DREAMS trained by M Appleby, Oakham, 90 miles

1 DIGITAL (IRE) (38) 231540 D 6 9-10 (3)

Br B g Kodi Bear (IRE) - Notte Illuminata (IRE)

O Fine Claret Racing and Mrs R Carr

James Sullivan J

Ruth Carr, Stillington T

B Rathbarry Stud William Hill S

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Hamilton in July. Last of 14 in handicap (11/1) at Doncaster (5f, good) 38 days ago. Bounce back needed. TFRHHIII BHA79

2 TWELFTH KNIGHT (IRE) (16) 603000 5 9-5 (5)

Br B g Haatef (USA) - Balm Paul Mulrennan J

O Wolf Pack 7 & Partner

B Castlegrove Stud

Paul Midgley, Westow T

TIMEFORM VIEW Down the ﬁeld on his last 3 starts so others arrive with more pressing claims. TFRHHIII BHA74

3 WINGED MESSENGER (GB) (20) 1-30250 D

3 9-3 (1)

Br B g Postponed (IRE) - Equimou Ryan Sexton J

O Bland , Hall & Camacho

B Mr Edwin S. Phillips

Julie Camacho, Malton T

David Roberts & Partners Insurance Brokers S

TIMEFORM VIEW Oﬀ 11 weeks, might have just needed the run when seventh of 9 in handicap at Ayr (6f, good, 16/1) 20 days ago. Being eased another 2lb can only help. TFRHHHII BHA72

4 SHOWHOUND (GB) (13) 600362 3 9-1 (9)

Br Ch g Showcasing - Foxcatcher Harrison Shaw J

O Richard Fahey Ebor Racing Club Ltd

B Whitsbury Manor Stud

Richard Fahey, Malton T

TIMEFORM VIEW Good second of 13 in handicap at Leicester (6f, heavy, 12/1) 13 days ago. Enters calculations despite a 3lb rise. TFRHHHHI BHA70

5 ANOTHER BAAR (GB) (10) 123530 D 4 9-0 (7)

Br B g Mayson - Rapid Recruit (IRE)

O Keatley Racing Owners Group

Oisin McSweeney (3) J

Adrian Keatley, Malton T

B Bolton Grange Keatley Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Doncaster in August. Creditable third at Ripon (5f, good to soft) last month and the 7f trip provides an excuse for a lesser run at York since. Should be happier back sprinting.

6 JOJO RABBIT (GB) (21) 150604 D

TFRHHHHI BHA69

9-0 (8)

Br Br g Due Diligence (USA) - Berkshire Honey Joanna Mason J

O Grange Park Racing XIII & Ruth Carr

Ruth Carr, Stillington T

B Berkshire Parts & Panels Grange Park Racing, William Hill S

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Doncaster in July 10/1, creditable fourth of 10 in handicap at Wolverhampton (5f) 21 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA69

7 HONOUR YOUR DREAMS (FR) (40) U50312 D

Br B g Dream Ahead (USA) - Golconde (IRE)

O Mr Sabah Mubarak Al Sabah

B Mr J. Thibaut & Haras De Grandcamp

(4)

Alistair Rawlinson J

Michael Appleby, Oakham T

TIMEFORM VIEW Another to thrive for the switch to Mick Appleby, winning at Bath (5f, ﬁrm) in September Creditable second of 5 in handicap (6/4) at Lingﬁeld (6f, AW) since. Runner-up

8 WILLOLARUPI

(IRE) (14) 051445 D

Br B g Camacho - Moving Waves (IRE)

O Dp Fabricators Ltd

3 8-10 (2)

Hollie Doyle J

Declan Carroll, Malton T

B J. P. M. O’Connor Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Beverley in August. 9/2, bit below form 3 3/4 lengths ﬁfth of 12 to Proﬁteer in C&D handicap (heavy) 14 days ago. Blinkers back on. TFRHHHII BHA65

PROFITEER

(IRE) (14) 522201 CD

Br Ch g Proﬁtable (IRE) - Whispering Lady (IRE)

O Racing Knights & Ptnr

B David Doyle & Edward Doyle Jnr

3 8-9 (10)

David Allan J

Tim Easterby, Malton T

Sound Safety Advice Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when winning 12-runner C&D handicap (heavy) 14 days ago. A 3lb nudge from the handicapper may not stop him. TFRHHHHH BHA64

GLENDOWN

(IRE) (18) 010005 CD

Br B g Bungle Inthejungle - Elhaam (IRE)

O Ontoawinner 10 & Partner

4 8-8 (6)

Amie Waugh (3) J

Tim Easterby, Malton T

B M Brigid B Ltd www.ontoawinner.net S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in August. 25/1, respectable ﬁfth of 12 in handicap at Newcastle (6f) 18 days ago, not ideally placed. Acts on heavy TFRHHHII BHA63

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Hood worn by No. 3. Blinkers worn by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 6, 10.

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

Stewards Note:

HONOUR YOUR DREAMS: Following its run on 11/9/2024 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed throughout. WILLOLARUPI: Following its run on 7/10/2024 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

Probable S.P.’s: 3-1 Honour Your Dreams (FR), 4-1 Proﬁteer (IRE), 6-1 Another Baar (GB), 8-1 Showhound (GB), Willolarupi (IRE), 16-1 Jojo Rabbit (GB), 18-1 Digital (IRE), Glendown (IRE), 22-1 Winged Messenger (GB), 28-1 Twelfth Knight (IRE)

PROFITEER was only put up 3lb for his recent C&D win on similarly deep ground and might be able to follow up. Another Baar had 7f as an excuse for a lesser run at York last time and is feared most. Showhound was a good second on heavy at Leicester a fortnight ago and could also play a prominent role.

Mark Walton, Racing Sponsorship Manager for William Hill will present a memento to the winning owner in the Winner’s Enclosure after this race A cash prize of £50 will be presented to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race

The winning horse will also receive a sack of carrots kindly donated by Poskitts Vegetable Farmers and Growers.

GENERAL HELP

If you require assistance please ask one of the Attendants, either at the Entrance where you came in or at one of the Pass Gates. If you are in the Premier or Grandstand & Paddock Enclosures you can also enquire at the Raceday Oﬃce which is next to the Winners Enclosure.

Leeds - Pontefract Tanshelf Wakefield - Monkhill

There are 3 stations in Pontefract – Monkhill, Baghill and Tanshelf. Pontefract Tanshelf is more or less opposite the entrance to the Park, whereas Monkhill and Baghill stations are more centrally located in Pontefract and are around 2 to 3 miles from the course. If you don’t fancy the walk through the Town, taxis are available at the stations.

There is a fourth station at Glasshoughton which adjoins the Xscape complex. This is a couple of miles from the Racecourse. If you have some time to kill, from near Glasshoughton Station (starting in the car park to B&Q!), there is a lovely walk through the Park to the Racecourse. It will take around 45 minutes.

RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 2.15 - THE NORTHERN COMMERCIALS IVECO S-WAY RANGE RESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) (for horses in Bands C and D) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3725 to the winning horse The second to receive £1748, the third £874 and the fourth £437. for maiden two yrs old, which are in Bands C and D. Enter by noon, October 15th and pay £20 stake, Declare by 10 00 a.m October 19th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 7lb; ﬁllies 9st 2lb Allowances: Band D from Band C 2lb. NORTHERN COMMERCIALS 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 14 entries at £20. - Closed October 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2944; Second £1472; Third £736; Fourth £368. (Penalty Value £3725.46) SS SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE

Second Race 2.45 - THE WILLIAM HILL COMMITTED TO TOP PRICES NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3663 to the winning horse The second to receive £1719, the third £858, the fourth £429 and the fifth £214. for two yrs old only, Rated 0-75 (also open to such horses rated 76 and 77 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, October 15th and pay £20 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 19th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 9lb Penalties, after October 12th, 2024, for each race won 6lb. WILLIAM HILL have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race. In addition, they will present 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 October 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) SS SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 3.15 - THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF SILVER TANKARD STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £22684 to the winning horse The second to receive £8600, the third £4304, the fourth £2144 and the fifth £1076. for two yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible. Enter by noon, October 15th and pay £100 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m October 19th Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 5lb; fillies 9st Penalties, a winner of a Listed race 3lb Of a Pattern race 5lb. A memento will be presented to the owner of the winner of this race In addition, a perpetual Challenge Trophy will be presented to the winning owner, to be held for one year only A cash prize will also be awarded to the stable hand judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F have kindly contributed £10000 towards the prize money for this race. 13 entries at £100 - Closed October 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £17824; Second £7316; Third £3660; Fourth £1828; Fifth £916. (Penalty Value £22684) A SS SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 3.45 - THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF FILLIES’ HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £15462 to the winning horse The second to receive £7251, the third £3627, the fourth £1812, the fifth £906 and the sixth £453. for three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which are E.B.F eligible, Rated 81-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102; such horses rated 80 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £75 stake if the horse is rated 81 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 80 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 19th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 7lb; 3-y-o 8st 6lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 12lb; 3-y-o 9st 11lb Penalties, after October 12th, 2024, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F. have kindly contributed £15,000 towards the prize money for this race. A memento will be presented to the owner of the winner of this race. In addition a cash prize will also be awarded to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 10 entries, 1 at £15 and 9 at £75. - Closed October 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £12189; Second £6096; Third £3048; Fourth £1524; Fifth £762; Sixth £381. (Penalty Value £15462) SS

SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 4.15 - THE PHIL BULL TROPHY CONDITIONS STAKES (CLASS 2) (Round 7 of the Pontefract Stayers Championship 2024) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £13759 to the winning horse The second to receive £6450, the third £3229 and the fourth £1611. for three yrs old and upwards, which have not won a Group 1 or Group 2 Pattern race after June 1st, 2023. Enter by noon, October 15th and pay £75 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 19th. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 8st 11lb; ﬁllies 8st 6lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 9st 6lb; ﬁllies 9st 1lb Penalties, after June 1st, 2023, a winner of a Class 2 race 3lb Of a Class 1 race 5lb Races won at 2yo not to count for penalties Handicaps excluded for the purpose of penalties with the exception of Class 1 handicaps (Penalties cumulative and maximum penalty 8lb). The PHIL BULL TROPHY, a perpetual Challenge Trophy, which was kindly given for this race by the late Phil Bull, is to be held by the winning owner until 1st October 2025. A memento will be presented to the owner of the winner of this race In addition, a cash prize will also be awarded to the stable hand judged 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 2024. Points will be allocated according to the result of each race in the series and the owner, trainer and stable registered on October 21st, 2024 of the horse collecting the most points will each receive a memento and an additional prize of £1500. 5 entries at £75. - Closed October 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £10843; Second £5422; Third £2711; Fourth £1355. (Penalty Value £13759.20) A SS

SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 4.45 - THE NAPOLEONS CASINO BRADFORD HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5234 to the winning horse The second to receive £2456, the third £1227, the fourth £614 and the ﬁfth £306. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 66-85 (also open to such horses rated 86 and 87; such horses rated 65 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £25 stake if the horse is rated 66 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 65 or lower with £20 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 19th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 3-y-o 8st 5lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 10lb Penalties, after October 12th, 2024, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. NAPOLEONS CASINO BRADFORD 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 15 entries at £25. - Closed October 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 5.20 - THE WILLIAM HILL BETTING DONE PROPERLY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5234 to the winning horse The second to receive £2456, the third £1227, the fourth £614 and the ﬁfth £306. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 59-78 (also open to such horses rated 79 and 80; such horses rated 58 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £25 stake if the horse is rated 59 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 58 or lower with £20 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10 00 a.m October 19th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after October 12th, 2024, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. WILLIAM HILL have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race In addition, they will present a cash prize to the stable employee judged by them to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 16 entries at £25. - Closed October 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) SS SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE.

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Monday 30th

Tuesday 8th

Friday (Eve) 18th: Music Night

Sunday 27th: Family Day

Wednesday 6th: Ladies Day

Sunday 17th: Family Day

Thursday 18th

Thursday 25th

Monday 6th

Monday 20th