York Racecard - 21-08-2020 - Welcome To Yorkshire Ebor Festival Day 3 by Weatherbys

OFFICIAL RACECARD FRIDAY AUGUST 21 ST

CAMELOT, sire of five Group 1 winners including 2020 Irish Oaks heroine Even So

W ELCOME

YORKSHIRE E BOR F ESTIVAL

2020

Featuring the

Coolmore Nunthorpe Stakes Group 1

Just 10 days after his runaway debut success at Newmarket, CALYX won the Coventry Stakes-Gr.2 from triple Group 1 winner Advertise “… The performance that Calyx put up in the Group 3 Commonwealth Cup Trial was as striking as any seen in a pattern sprint all season and marked him down, even at such an early stage, as champion sprinter material… ” Source: Timeform’s Racehorses of 2019

❝ Calyx always had that rare

brilliance you only see in champions. He’s very, very fast and a gorgeous-looking horse with a lovely mind.

Trainer John Gosden

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Welcome A very warm welcome to Coolmore Nunthorpe day from wherever you are following the action. In a difficult year for so many people, we hope the star sprinters and their riders, can bring some joy into our lives.

In this new digital world, if you want to keep up with the going and the Yorkshire weather, past, present and forecast; then visit our going page which connects direct to our weather station at the one furlong marker (under the windsock), click here https://www.yorkracecourse.co.uk/going-report.html For a wider sense of the atmosphere on course and behind the scenes content please do follow our social media channels #EborAtHome. The team at ITV Racing will bring you five races a day and if you want to follow all the action then Racing TV are covering all the contests. We are incredibly grateful that the connections of such high-quality horses have decided to bring them to the Knavesmire for us to enjoy and even try to pick out a winner. The longstanding support of our best race for the speedsters from the Coolmore team is hugely appreciated. The brilliant performances of Ghaiyyath and Love earlier in the week means that we now know two of the three Group One winners from this Festival, by 3.16pm, we can make it all three. This year’s renewal of the Coolmore Nunthorpe Stakes retains its usual focus, raw speed, an asset that defending champion, Battaash, has aplenty. Though the unseasonable weather may have challenged his chance of breaking his own course record of 55.90 seconds, do keep an eye on the giant clock specially installed at the finish. The HH Sheikh Hamdan-owned and Charlie Hills-trained “bat mobile” has astonished us before, so fingers crossed. Royal Ascot winner and improving three-year-old, Art Power, offers a strong local challenge hailing from Tim Easterby’s yard. The Simon & Ed Crisfordtrained A’Ali has won twice in Group company this year whilst Emaraaty Ana gave Kevin Ryan an Al Basti Equiworld Dubai Gimcrack victory, so is to be respected. A little earlier in the day and it’ll be the turn of the leading juveniles to contest the Group Two Al Basti Equiworld Dubai Gimcrack of 2020, the winners receive a fabulous commission from leading equine artist David “Mouse” Cooper, see here for more details. Rhythm Master bids to give leading northern owner John Dance his first win in the race and his jockey Megan Nicholls would be the first female rider to win this historic race. On a day that hosts three pattern races, the Group Two Weatherbys Hamilton Lonsdale Cup is also part of the British Champions Series, backed by QIPCO. Emerging from the long shadow cast by the mighty Stradivarius, this could herald a new staying champion. From the same stable comes Enbihaar, already at big-race winner at Goodwood. Mark Johnston is sending stalwart Nayef Road, an obvious beneficiary from the absence of the two-time champion, having finished just a place behind him at both Ascot and on the Sussex Downs. Eagles By Day will seek to cap a fine summer for leading owner and Leeds fan, Steve Parkin. As if that wasn’t enough, we have the richest maiden race in the land, one of many York contests to receive the generous backing of the European Breeders’ Fund, despite the challenging environment, so notepads and iPads the ready come 3.45pm, a star may well be revealed. The top class racing we are staging this week, with £2.3m in prize money, is only possible due to the steadfast backing of our sponsors, partners, loyal supporters and the many who contribute to making York a very special place. We are hugely grateful and appreciative of everyone’s support in these difficult times and look forward to the day when we can welcome everyone back to the Knavesmire. Thank you. I just hope you thoroughly enjoy the racing from the comfort of your armchair and can share the thrills of the Welcome to Yorkshire Ebor Festival. Stay safe,

William Derby, Chief Executive and Clerk of the Course: York Racecourse

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Welcome to Yorkshire Ebor Festival Welcome to York Races tote Betting Information Parlez-Vous Racing? How to Read Your Racecard

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Trackfacts 11 Jockey/Trainer Index

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Puzzle Corner

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Meet the Team & Officials

Behind the Scenes

Yesterday’s Racing Action

Living North Top Jockey at York

Lords, Musicians, Natives & Almost a Lady: The Coolmore Nunthorpe 26-27 Big Race Trends: The Weatherbys Hamilton Lonsdale Cup Fact File: The Weatherbys Hamilton Lonsdale Cup Megan on the Course

Bloodstock Heroes: Coolmore

Charles Clinkard Top Trainer at York Award

Portrait of a Winner

Big Race Trends: The Al Basti Equiworld Gimcrack

Fact File: The Al Basti Equiworld Gimcrack

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Knavesmire Legends: Rock Of Gibraltar

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Legends Racing: The Coolmore Nunthorpe Fact File: The Coolmore Nunthorpe

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Big Race Trends: The Coolmore Nunthorpe

Coolmore Nunthorpe Memories

Racing in Yorkshire Doubling Up Down Under

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Puzzle Answers

Today’s Race Conditions

York Racecourse wishes to express its thanks to this afternoon’s sponsors.

Sky Bet First Race - 1.45pm The Sky Bet Stakes (Handicap) - 1m 4f Pages 19-22

Weatherbys Hamilton Second Race - 2.15pm The Weatherbys Hamilton Lonsdale Cup (British Champions Series) (Group 2) - 2m Pages 33-35

Al Basti Equiworld Third Race - 2.45pm The Al Basti Equiworld Dubai Gimcrack Stakes (Group 2) - 6f Pages 43-45

Coolmore Fourth Race - 3.15pm The Coolmore Nunthorpe Stakes (British Champions Series) (Group 1) - 5f Pages 53-56

European Breeders’ Fund Fifth Race - 3.45pm The British Stallion Studs EBF Convivial Maiden Stakes (Plus 10 Race) - 7f Pages 61-63

European Breeders’ Fund Sixth Race - 4.15pm The British Stallion Studs EBF Fillies’ Stakes (Handicap) - 1m 2f Pages 65-67

Sky Bet Seventh Race - 4.50pm The Sky Bet Mile Stakes (Handicap) - 1m Pages 69-72

QIPCO Season long support of the British Champions Series

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P RLEZ-VOUS R CING? ESSENTIAL RACING PHRASES FOR THE BEGINNER It could be easy to be put off by the weird and wonderful words and phrases banded around the racecourse, but in fact, its all part of the fun. Like a tourist in a foreign country, the novice racegoer soon picks up enough of the language to get by, and then rapidly becomes fluent.

The following terms will provide any newcomer, keen to enhance their language skills, with just enough of the jargon to sound like a ‘local’: RACING SPEAK

ENGLISH

ALLOWANCE:........................ The weight concession the horse is given to compensate for its rider’s inexperience. AMATEUR:.............................. (Rider) on racecards, their names are usually prefixed by Mr, Mrs, etc. to indicate their amateur licence holder status. ANTE-POST:........................... Betting (usually for the most important races) days or even months before the race is due to take place. APPRENTICE:......................... Young jockey tied by annually renewed contract to a licensed trainer while they are learning. BACKWARD:.......................... Young horse which needs time to mature. CLERK OF THE COURSE:.... Official in charge of running the racing programme, at York it is William Derby. CLERK OF THE SCALES:..... Key in the delivery of a successful racing operation. Wayne Burnell is the man this afternoon. COLOURS:..............................The racing silks worn by the jockeys. COLT:....................................... Male, ungelded horse, up to four years old. CONNECTIONS:....................The owner and trainer of a racehorse. COURSE SPECIALIST:.......... Horse which tends to run well at a particular course. DAM:........................................Mother of a horse. DISTANCE:.............................The length of a race. DISTANCE, THE:.................... An unmarked point 240 yards from the winning post. DRAW:..................................... Describes a horse’s position in the starting stalls, drawn two days before a flat race. FILLY:....................................... Female horse up to four years old. FOAL:....................................... Horse of either sex from its birth until 1 January the following year. FURLONG:..............................220 yards (one eighth of a mile). GELDING:................................Castrated horse. GOING:.................................... Description of the course conditions under foot. Check for the latest updates here. HAND:...................................... Unit of four inches in which a horse’s height is measured at the shoulder. JOLLY:..................................... Betting term for the horse with the shortest odds (the favourite). JUDGE:.................................... Official responsible for declaring finishing order and distances between horses. Di Clark is in the hot seat this afternoon. 8

JUVENILE:.............................. Two-year old horse. All horses in races three and five today. KNAVESMIRE:........................ The name for the piece of ground on which York Racecourse is situated. MAIDEN:.................................. Horse which has not yet won a race. MARE:...................................... Female horse, five years and over. OBJECTIONS:........................ Complaint by one camp against another regarding breach of rules during a race. ODDS ON:............................... Where a bet’s winnings are less than the stake e.g. winning a £2 bet wins you £1 so you get back £3. PACE:....................................... ‘Up with the pace’ means close to the leaders PENALTY:............................... Weight added to the handicap weight of a horse which has won since the weights were published. PHOTO FINISH:..................... Electronic photo device which determines minimal distance in a close finish. PLATE:.....................................Shoe worn by horse for racing. RACING MANAGER & RACEDAY CLERK OF THE COURSE:.... A key contact for racing professionals and in delivering the racing. Anthea Morshead fills the role at York, follow her Clerking tweets @YorkClerk. SCHOOLED:...........................Trained to jump. SHORT RUNNER:.................. A horse that doesn’t stay the minimum distance, five furlongs on the flat or two miles over jumps. SIRE:.........................................Father of a horse. SPREAD A PLATE:................ When a racing plate or horseshoe becomes detached from the animal’s hoof. SP/STARTING PRICE:.......... Official price of a horse at which bets are settled in the betting shops. STEWARDS ENQUIRY:........ Enquiry by panel of men and women responsible for seeing rules are adhered to into a race’s running. TIC-TAC:.................................. Bookmakers hand-signalling method relaying odds. UNDER STARTERS’ ORDERS:.................................Occurs when the race is about to start. VOICE IN THE SKY:.............. The commentator, listen out for Stewart Machin this afternoon. WEIGH OUT/WEIGH IN:...... Weighing jockey before and after race to ensure correct weight has been carried. YEARLING:............................. Horse of either sex from 1 January to 31 December of the year following its birth.

How to Read the Racecard colour graphic

horse’s saddlecloth number

horse’s name

Barons Selection No. of days since last ran

weight st-lbs kg

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age

Battaash (IRE) (21)

9-11 (62.1)

(1)

Jockey: Jim Crowley Form: 144-121 D Breeder: Ballyphilip Stud

B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Anna Law (IRE) Owner: Mr Hamdan Al Maktoum Trainer: Charles Hills, Lambourn

Has won nine races at 5f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Won on his latest outing when 1-4fav in the Group 2 King George Qatar Stakes at Goodwood over 5f (good to firm) earlier this month, beating Houtzen by 3/4l. Classy but beaten in this the last two years. Official BHA Rating 123 SP: 9-4

form guide

colour of horse B=bay Br=brown Ch=chesnut Gr=grey

sire

dam

Probable SP

sex of horse c=colt - male horse up to age 5 h=horse g=gelding f=filly - female horse up to age 5 m=mare

previous performances /=new season -=new year C=course winner D=distance winner CD=course & distance winner BF=beaten favourite

Official BHA Ratings The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part usually in three races to enable the Handicappers to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability. The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions. A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances). The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in non-handicaps races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed. Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating. Racing Post Standard Times is an independent assessment based on how long it should take a 90 rated horse to win on Good To Firm ground at York. Race tactics, rail movements, and wind direction are amongst the many factors to also affect the time for each specific race. Non-runner Ground - The Trainer states the ground is not suitable for this horse, the official going has changed since the time of declaration. Vet - The Trainer states the horse is subject to a Veterinary Certificate. Self Certificate - The trainer has advised the authorities that the horse is not able to race today.

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YORK TRACKFACTS

A left-handed track which joins the straight course just under five furlongs from home. Races of seven furlongs start on a spur which joins the main circuit at a tangent after two furlongs.

1m2f88y 1m4f

7f&2m6f

5f& 2m2f 6f 5f 89y 2m4f

1m208y 1m 110y

1m6f

Grandstands

Top Course Trainers LEADING TRAINERS AT YORK (2015-2020) WITH RUNNERS: R FAHEY (42 wins from 595 runners, 7%) runs ESCAPE ROUTE (2.45), AL RASMAH (4.15), HARTSWOOD and DUESENBERG (4.50). W HAGGAS (37 wins from 184 runners, 20%) runs YAZAMAN (2.45), FIRST KINGDOM (4.15), COLD FRONT and JOHAN and GRAND ROCK (4.50). T EASTERBY (29 wins from 382 runners, 8%) runs DARK JEDI (1.45), ART POWER (3.15).

Trainers In Form MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS: A BALDING (13 wins from 56 runners, 23%) runs DASHING WILLOUGHBY (2.15), MYSTERY SMILES (2.45), RUSHMORE (3.45), MON CHOIX and RODIN (4.50). R VARIAN (12 wins from 43 runners, 28%) runs ANGEL POWER and WALIYAK (4.15), MAGNETISED (4.50). R HANNON (12 wins from 101 runners, 12%) runs MOHAWK KING (2.45), DINGLE (3.45).

Top Course Jockeys LEADING JOCKEYS AT YORK (2015-2020) WITH RIDES: DANIEL TUDHOPE (31 wins from 270 rides, 11%) rides EAGLES BY DAY (2.15), ESCAPE ROUTE (2.45), MOSS GILL (3.15), RICH DREAM (3.45), GRAND ROCK (4.50). JAMES DOYLE (24 wins from 138 rides, 17%) rides JOHAN (4.50). PAUL HANAGAN (20 wins from 217 rides, 9%) rides AL RASMAH (4.15).

Jockeys In Form MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS: OISIN MURPHY (18 wins from 75 rides, 24%) rides KOEMAN (1.45), DASHING WILLOUGHBY (2.15), UBETTABELIEVEIT (2.45), ORNATE (3.15), RUSHMORE (3.45), MON CHOIX (4.50). TOM MARQUAND (10 wins from 74 rides, 14%) rides ON TO VICTORY (1.45), WHO DARES WINS (2.15), YAZAMAN (2.45), FIRST KINGDOM (4.15), COLD FRONT (4.50). JIM CROWLEY (9 wins from 49 rides, 18%) rides ALFAATIK (1.45), ENBIHAAR (2.15), MINZAAL (2.45), BATTAASH (3.15), TAWLEED (3.45), ASIAAF (4.15).

Weight Watcher The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 1.45 RESTORER (won off 97 down 5lb to 92).

Fancy That J GOSDEN won the 2.15 race in 2018 and 2019. The stable is represented by ENBIHAAR in the race today. W HAGGAS won the 2.45 race in 2010 and 2015. The stable is represented by YAZAMAN in the race today. K RYAN won the 2.45 race in 2012, 2013 and 2018. The stable is represented by SEVEN BROTHERS in the race today. M DODS won the 3.15 race in 2015 and 2016. The stable is represented by QUE AMORO in the race today.

Stable Moves 1.45 ON TO VICTORY has moved from Eve Johnson Houghton to A King. NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 19th August.

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ALPHABETICAL INDEX

JOCKEYS A ATZENI 2.15 Nayef Road (IRE) ...................M Johnston 2.45 Roman Dynasty (IRE) ........Joseph Parr 3.15 Emaraaty Ana ...................................K Ryan 3.45 Broomy Law .....................................K Ryan 4.15 Waliyak (FR) ................................. R Varian 4.50 Finest Sound (IRE) .........S & E Crisford H BENTLEY 3.15 Kurious ..............................................H Candy 3.45 Fast Medicine (IRE) ..P Chapple-Hyam 4.15 Chamade ...................................... R Beckett 4.50 Magnetised.................................... R Varian W BUICK 1.45 Restorer .........................................I Williams 3.15 A’Ali (IRE) ............................S & E Crisford 3.45 Naval Crown ..............................C Appleby 4.50 Eastern World (IRE) .............C Appleby J CROWLEY 1.45 Alfaatik ...........................................J Gosden 2.15 Enbihaar (IRE) ............................J Gosden 2.45 Minzaal (IRE) .................. Owen Burrows 3.15 Battaash (IRE) .................................. C Hills 3.45 Tawleed (IRE) ............................J Gosden 4.15 Asiaaf ........................................M Tregoning B CURTIS 1.45 Byron Flyer ...................................I Williams R DA SILVA 4.50 Rodin ............................................ A Balding S DE SOUSA 2.45 Mystery Smiles (IRE) ............. A Balding 3.15 Art Power (IRE) ....................... T Easterby 3.45 Encounter Order (IRE) ....I Mohammed 4.15 Angel Power ................................... R Varian 4.50 Cloud Drift ..........................................M Bell P DOBBS 2.45 Mohawk King (IRE) ................ R Hannon 3.45 Dingle (IRE) ............................... R Hannon JAMES DOYLE 4.50 Johan ...........................................W Haggas J FANNING 1.45 King’s Caper .............................M Johnston 4.15 Dalanijujo (IRE) ...................... M Channon 4.50 Overwrite (IRE) ....................M Johnston D FENTIMAN 1.45 Dark Jedi (IRE) ....................... T Easterby P HANAGAN 4.15 Al Rasmah (IRE) ...........................R Fahey

R KINGSCOTE 2.45 Lauded ....................................T Dascombe C LEE 3.45 Red Right Sand (IRE) ................ K Burke T MARQUAND 1.45 On To Victory.................................... A King 2.15 Who Dares Wins (IRE) ................. A King 2.45 Yazaman (IRE) ........................W Haggas 4.15 First Kingdom (IRE) ...............W Haggas 4.50 Cold Front .................................W Haggas P MATHERS 4.50 Hartswood ......................................R Fahey R L MOORE 1.45 Zabeel Champion ...................M Johnston 2.15 Withhold ..................................... R Charlton 4.15 Virgin Snow .................................. E Dunlop 4.50 Visinari (FR) ...........................M Johnston A MULLEN 4.50 Duesenberg (IRE) .......................R Fahey P MULRENNAN 3.15 Que Amoro (IRE) ..........................M Dods O MURPHY 1.45 Koeman ...................................... M Channon 2.15 Dashing Willoughby ................. A Balding 2.45 Ubettabelieveit (IRE) ...............N Tinkler 3.15 Ornate ....................................... D C Griffiths 3.45 Rushmore .................................... A Balding 4.50 Mon Choix................................... A Balding J QUINN 4.50 Black Caspian (IRE) .....................K Ryan C RODRIGUEZ 4.50 Brunch...............................................M Dods ROSSA RYAN 2.45 Devilwala (IRE) .............. Archie Watson K STOTT 2.45 Seven Brothers (IRE) ...................K Ryan JP SULLIVAN 1.45 Toronto (IRE) ..................................J Given 4.50 La Trinidad................................. Roger Fell D TUDHOPE 2.15 Eagles By Day (IRE) ...............D O’Meara 2.45 Escape Route (IRE) ....................R Fahey 3.15 Moss Gill (IRE) ............................. J Bethell 3.45 Rich Dream (IRE) ...................... J Bethell 4.50 Grand Rock (IRE) ..................W Haggas H TURNER 1.45 Entangling (IRE) .....................D Elsworth J WATSON 2.15 Stratum ...................................... W P Mullins

TRAINERS CHARLIE APPLEBY 3.45 Naval Crown ........................William Buick 4.50 Eastern World (IRE).........William Buick ANDREW BALDING 2.15 Dashing Willoughby .......... Oisin Murphy 2.45 Mystery Smiles (IRE) ....Silvestre De Sousa 3.45 Rushmore ............................. Oisin Murphy 4.50 Mon Choix............................ Oisin Murphy 4.50 Rodin ......................................Raul Da Silva RALPH BECKETT 4.15 Chamade .............................. Harry Bentley MICHAEL BELL 4.50 Cloud Drift .................Silvestre De Sousa JAMES BETHELL 3.15 Moss Gill (IRE) ................ Daniel Tudhope 3.45 Rich Dream (IRE) ......... Daniel Tudhope KARL BURKE 3.45 Red Right Sand (IRE) ......... Clifford Lee OWEN BURROWS 2.45 Minzaal (IRE)......................... Jim Crowley HENRY CANDY 3.15 Kurious ................................... Harry Bentley MICK CHANNON 1.45 Koeman .................................. Oisin Murphy 4.15 Dalanijujo (IRE) ..................... Joe Fanning PETER CHAPPLE-HYAM 3.45 Fast Medicine (IRE) ......... Harry Bentley ROGER CHARLTON 2.15 Withhold ...................................Ryan Moore SIMON & ED CRISFORD 3.15 A’Ali (IRE) ..............................William Buick 4.50 Finest Sound (IRE) .........Andrea Atzeni TOM DASCOMBE 2.45 Lauded ........................Richard Kingscote MICHAEL DODS 3.15 Que Amoro (IRE)............Paul Mulrennan 4.50 Brunch..........................Callum Rodriguez ED DUNLOP 4.15 Virgin Snow .............................Ryan Moore TIM EASTERBY 1.45 Dark Jedi (IRE)...............Duran Fentiman 3.15 Art Power (IRE) .........Silvestre De Sousa DAVID ELSWORTH 1.45 Entangling (IRE) ................ Hayley Turner RICHARD FAHEY 2.45 Escape Route (IRE) ..... Daniel Tudhope 4.15 Al Rasmah (IRE) ................ Paul Hanagan 4.50 Duesenberg (IRE) ..........Andrew Mullen 4.50 Hartswood ...................... Patrick Mathers

JOHN GOSDEN 1.45 Alfaatik ..................................... Jim Crowley 2.15 Enbihaar (IRE) ....................... Jim Crowley 3.45 Tawleed (IRE) ....................... Jim Crowley DAVID GRIFFITHS 3.15 Ornate ..................................... Oisin Murphy WILLIAM HAGGAS 2.45 Yazaman (IRE).................Tom Marquand 4.15 First Kingdom (IRE) .......Tom Marquand 4.50 Cold Front ........................Tom Marquand 4.50 Grand Rock (IRE)......... Daniel Tudhope 4.50 Johan ...................................... James Doyle RICHARD HANNON 2.45 Mohawk King (IRE).................Pat Dobbs 3.45 Dingle (IRE) ...............................Pat Dobbs CHARLES HILLS 3.15 Battaash (IRE) ....................... Jim Crowley MARK JOHNSTON 1.45 King’s Caper ........................... Joe Fanning 1.45 Zabeel Champion ..................Ryan Moore 2.15 Nayef Road (IRE) ..............Andrea Atzeni 4.50 Overwrite (IRE) ................... Joe Fanning 4.50 Visinari (FR) ...........................Ryan Moore ALAN KING 1.45 On To Victory....................Tom Marquand 2.15 Who Dares Wins (IRE)...Tom Marquand ISMAIL MOHAMMED 3.45 Encounter Order (IRE) ..Silvestre De Sousa WILLIE MULLINS 2.15 Stratum ................................. Jason Watson DAVID O’MEARA 2.15 Eagles By Day (IRE) ..... Daniel Tudhope JOSEPH PARR 2.45 Roman Dynasty (IRE) ....Andrea Atzeni KEVIN RYAN 2.45 Seven Brothers (IRE) ............Kevin Stott 3.15 Emaraaty Ana ....................Andrea Atzeni 3.45 Broomy Law ......................Andrea Atzeni 4.50 Black Caspian (IRE) ......... Jimmy Quinn NIGEL TINKLER 2.45 Ubettabelieveit (IRE) ....... Oisin Murphy MARCUS TREGONING 4.15 Asiaaf ........................................ Jim Crowley ROGER VARIAN 4.15 Angel Power ...............Silvestre De Sousa 4.15 Waliyak (FR).......................Andrea Atzeni 4.50 Magnetised......................... Harry Bentley

ROGER FELL 4.50 La Trinidad........................ James Sullivan

ARCHIE WATSON 2.45 Devilwala (IRE).......................Rossa Ryan

JAMES GIVEN 1.45 Toronto (IRE) .................... James Sullivan

IAN WILLIAMS 1.45 Byron Flyer .................................Ben Curtis 1.45 Restorer .................................William Buick 13

P U Z Z L E CORNER GUESS WHO?

Can you remember the name of this much missed ‘sprint king’ who took success twice in the Coolmore Nunthorpe?

WHO AM I?

Can you identify the horse, owner, trainer or jockey who has enjoyed past success in today’s Coolmore Nunthorpe Stakes from the clues provided? 1. I was born in 1977 by the sire of star miler Kris, out of an unraced mare. My half-brother was a fair miler so, when I was a year old, I was sold for 10,000 guineas and moved to Beckhampton where the boss was Mr Jeremy Tree. He decided to give me my first race at Newbury when I was two, but I injured my hip before halfway and finished a long way behind the leader. 2. Mr Tree and my owner Miss Monica Sheriffe decided that I should be sold and I was all set to go to the Newmarket Autumn Sales as Lot 320 when, at the last minute, they had a change of heart and kept me. I rewarded that decision in 1980 with two important wins. Although Moorestyle always beat me when we met, I won the Temple Stakes under Brian Rouse and, more importantly, the Coolmore Nunthorpe Stakes at York ridden by Pat Eddery. I also finished second in the Prix de L’Abbaye at Longchamp. 3. In 1981, I had an even better season and became the first horse since Right Boy to win the Coolmore Nunthorpe Stakes two years in a row. I also started favourite for the Prix de l’Abbaye, but was second again, beaten by Marwell in a photo. However, 1983 was my best ever season. I was champion sprinter and though Pat Eddery injured his hand and couldn’t ride me at York, Steve Cauthen deputised as I emulated Tag End by winning the Nunthorpe for a third time. I ended the season with a well-deserved win in the Prix de l’Abbaye.

YORK’S RACING CHALLENGE 1. Photo finishes have become common place in the Coolmore Nunthorpe Stakes (Battaash’s romp last year excepted!), but can you name the first and second finishers from both 2017 and 2018, when the winning distance was just a nose on both occasions. Bonus points for naming the jockeys.

2. The Al Basti Equiworld Dubai Gimcrack boasts an illustrious roll of honour. Subsequent Group 1 winners litter the record books, but can you name the recently retired superstar who took the race in 2016 ahead of multiple successes at Royal Ascot? Do you remember the famous double he completed in July 2019? 3. Battaash’s brilliant victory in last year’s Coolmore Nunthorpe broke a track record that stood for almost 30-years, do you remember which crack sprinter held the old mark, who trained him and who was in the saddle back in 1990? Clue - he carried identical silks. If you know both old and new record times, that would be impressive... 4. The Weatherbys Hamilton Lonsdale Cup has become a staple for the top stayers in Europe over the past few years, with Stradivarius becoming just the third horse to win the race in consecutive years - can you name the other two and the years in which they were successful? For extra credit, which three horses have won the race twice, but NOT in consecutive years? 5. Can you name some of this afternoon’s runners from the clues below? A – Darth Vader would be one of these. B – Motto of the Herefordshire-based regiment. C – We’ll be seeing a few more of these weather-wise as we head towards Winter! D – Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln & Roosevelt, immortalised in stone. E – Ronald, recently appointed manager of a Spanish football club he also played for.

Answers to today’s puzzles can be found here. 14

CODEWORD

Solve today’s codeword, in which each letter is represented by a number and when you have completed the grid, use the solution to work out the selections for today’s racing at the Welcome To Yorkshire Ebor Festival. To get you started we have given you the letters of the 1980 Coolmore Nunthorpe Stakes winner DAYJUR.

ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ

LIFE PRESIDENT: THE EARL OF HALIFAX

YORK RACE COMMITTEE THE LORD GRIMTHORPE BRIDGET GUERIN

NICHOLAS WRIGLEY CHRISTOPHER DENNY

WILLIAM BETHELL NICK CHEYNE

MEET THE YORK MANAGEMENT TEAM WILLIAM DERBY

ADRIAN KAY

AMY SWALES

01904 683932 jane.richardson@yorkracecourse.co.uk

01904 620911 adrian.kay@yorkracecourse.co.uk

01904 620911 amy.swales@yorkracecouse.co.uk

ANTHEA MORSHEAD

CHRIS WARD

GAVIN PATTISON

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1st Race 1.45 The Sky Bet Stakes One Mile About Four Furlongs (2,400 metres)

Distance: 1m 4f Race Type: Handicap Rating: 0-105 Prize Money: £30,000 Age: 3+ Stalls: Centre

See page 74 for conditions of this race.

RACE DESCRIPTION A competitive handicap for 3-y-o+ horses, run over a mile and a half. Designed for close competition, the handicapper is the independent assessor who rates horses on past performance seeking to get them crossing the line together, by handing out differing weights. The best will be the highest rated, Byron Flyer here today, so will carry more weight. Listen to the experts on ITV Racing to form a view.

LAST YEAR’S RACE Winner: Tamreer Trainer: Roger Fell Jockey: Ben Curtis Age/Weight: 4-8-8 Runners: 16 ran Price: 33/1 Four-year-old mare Tamreer held on gamely in the final furlong of last year’s exciting contest, keeping the well-fancied pair of Corelli and Caradoc at bay close home.

THE TALE OF THE CLOCK Race Average Time: 2m 31.87s Racing Post Standard Time: 2m 27.40s Course record: 2m 25.12s by Sea Wave (18-Aug-98) All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last ten years

RACE FACTS & STATISTICS Leading course trainer (15-20): T Easterby (29 wins from 382 runners, 8%) runs DARK JEDI Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Gosden (10 wins from 34 runners, 29%) runs ALFAATIK Weight Watcher: RESTORER won off a handicap mark of 97, his rating is now down 5lb to 92. Longest Traveller: ON TO VICTORY trained by A King, Barbury Castle, 212 miles. NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 19th August. Last Winning Winning Runs Racecard 6 Career Total Career Distance Going Since No. Runs Horse Wins Places Runs Winnings Range Range Wins 1 2804-4 BYRON FLYER 5 8 26 43683 12-16F G-ST 2 2 428870/ ON TO VICTORY 3 7 18 31320 8-14F GS-S 10 3 2110/95 DASH OF SPICE 3 3 10 90061 10-12F G-ST 3 4 052936 KOEMAN 6 9 40 37855 11-12F GF-ST 6 5 13-2355 ENTANGLING 4 3 15 28910 8-12F GS-ST 5 6 1/57- ALFAATIK 1 — 3 3752 10F ST 2 7 002-172 RESTORER 5 5 40 65229 8-12F G-S 2 8 32-5026 KING’S CAPER 3 3 11 25197 7-8F GF-ST 6 9 8-71144 DARK JEDI 3 3 15 15304 7-10F G-S 2 10 288-455 TORONTO 1 — 8 9712 8F — 6 11 12-0112 ZABEEL CHAMPION 3 2 6 46827 8-10F F-S 1

KNAVESMIRE TIP ZABEEL CHAMPION won twice at Newmarket prior to finishing a close second over 1m2f at Goodwood late last month. The way he kept on that day suggests that this step up in trip may suit the colt and a 3lb rise in the ratings should not stop him from going very well. Alfaatik was not disgraced in the Group 3 Classic Trial at Sandown last April but failed to fire in a Listed race when last seen a month later. On the pick of his form an opening mark of 94 is fair and he merits respect. Others to note are Koeman, Restorer and King’s Caper.

ZABEEL CHAMPION

ALFAATIK 19

1st Race 1.45

Distance: 1m 4f Race Type: Handicap (0-105) Prize Money: £30,000 Age: 3+ Stalls: Centre

The Sky Bet Stakes No Horse

Age st-lb (kgs) Draw

Byron Flyer (76)

B g Byron - Nursling (IRE)

Owner: Anchor Men Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch

9 9-10 (61.7) (5)

Jockey: Ben Curtis Form: 02004-4 D Breeder: Barton Stud

Winner of five races from 1m 4f to 2m on good ground and on the all-weather; has also won five hurdles. Finished 5l behind The Trader when fourth of 8 at 40-1 on his latest Flat outing at Newmarket over 1m 4f (good to firm) in June. Has an each-way chance today. Official BHA Rating 101 SP: 16-1

2 On To Victory (707)

B g Rock of Gibraltar (IRE) - Clouds of Magellan (USA)

Owner: HP Racing On To Victory Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle

6 9-7 (60.3) (4)

Jockey: Tom Marquand Form: 4/20000/- D Breeder: The Aston House Stud

He has won three times from 1m to 1m 6f on good to soft and soft ground. Beaten 9l behind Just In Time at 33-1 when 10th of 14 on his latest Flat outing at Doncaster over 1m 6f (good to soft) in September ‘18. Showed some promise over hurdles earlier in the year. Official BHA Rating 98 SP: 12-1

3 Dash of Spice (26)

6 9-7 (60.3) (11)

er Non Runner Non-Runn rday, Jockey: Form: 2110/-05 D Ebor on Satu

Br g Teofilo (IRE) - Dashiba

Owner: Mr J. C. Smith e )) Littleton Stud lared for Th Trainer: David Elsworth, Newmarket (Dec to the raceBreeder: (Other s now got in ha d an e rv He has won three times froma1mre 2f tose 1m 4f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 11l behind Jeremiah was when fifth of 9 at 17-2 on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m 4f (good) last month. Has some questions to answer right now. Official BHA Rating 98 SP: 10-1

4 Koeman (13)

B g Dutch Art - Angelic Note (IRE)

Owner: Peter Taplin & Susan Bunney Trainer: Mick Channon, West Ilsley

6 9-6 (59.9) (10)

Jockey: Oisin Murphy

Form: 052036 D Breeder: B. V. Sangster

Winner of six races from 1m 3f to 1m 4f on good to firm and soft ground and on the all-weather. Finished 2 1/2l behind Look Closely when sixth of 12 at 22-1 on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m 4f (good to firm) earlier this month. Should not be underestimated. Official BHA Rating 97 SP: 14-1

5 Entangling (IRE) (35)

B g Fastnet Rock (AUS) - Question Times

Owner: Mr D. R. C. Elsworth Trainer: David Elsworth, Newmarket

6 9-4 (59.0) (7)

Jockey: Hayley Turner

Form: 13-2355 D Breeder: Sweetmans Bloodstock

He has won four times from 1m to 1m 4f on good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Finished 7l behind Trueshan when fifth of 7 at 66-1 on his latest outing at Haydock over 1m 4f (good to soft) last month. May have to settle for a minor role this afternoon. Official BHA Rating 95 SP: 12-1

6 Alfaatik (455)

B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Biz Bar

Owner: Mr Hamdan Al Maktoum Trainer: John Gosden, Newmarket

4 9-3 (58.5) (1)

Jockey: Jim Crowley

Form: 1/50Breeder: Massimo Parri

A winner at 1m 2f on the all-weather. Beaten 19l behind Private Secretary at 7-1 when last of 7 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 1m 3f (good to firm) in May last year. Highly tried last year and he remains open to further progression. Official BHA Rating 94 SP: 9-2

7 Restorer (11)

Gr g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Moon Empress (FR)

Owner: Dr Marwan Koukash Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch

8 9-1 (57.6) (9)

Jockey: William Buick Form: 002-102 D Breeder: Foursome Thoroughbreds

Winner of five races from 1m to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to soft. Beaten 1 1/2l by Palavecino when second of 9 at 8-1 on his latest outing at Chester over 1m 2f (good) earlier this month. That performance proves he can be competitive off his current mark. Official BHA Rating 92 (+3) SP: 13-2

8 King’s Caper (23)

Br c New Approach (IRE) - Karen’s Caper (USA)

Owner: KINGSLEY PARK 13 Trainer: Mark Johnston, Middleham

3 9-1 (57.6) (6)

Jockey: Joe Fanning Form: 32-5026 Breeder: Highclere Stud

He has won three times from 7f to 1m on good to firm and soft ground and on the all-weather. Finished 4l behind Mambo Nights when sixth of 10 at 16-1 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 1m 4f (good) last month. It would be no surprise to see him in the mix. Official BHA Rating 101 SP: 12-1

No Horse

Age st-lb (kgs) Draw

9 Dark Jedi (IRE) (19)

4 8-12 (56.2) (2)

B g Kodiac - Whitefall (USA)

Owner: Mr Evan M Sutherland & Partner Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Jockey: Duran Fentiman Form: 0-01144 Breeder: JC Bloodstock Limited

He has won three times from 7f to 1m 2f on ground varying from good to soft. Finished 3l behind Audarya when fourth of 9 at 7-1 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 1m 2f earlier this month. His previous effort in the John Smith’s Cup is more encouraging. Official BHA Rating 89 SP: 15-2

10 Toronto (IRE) (13)

3 8-10 (55.3) (8)

Jockey: James Sullivan

B c Galileo (IRE) - Mrs Marsh

Owner: Mr Alex Owen Trainer: James Given, Willoughton

Form: 200-455 Breeder: Coolmore

A winner at 1m on good - yielding ground. Finished 7l behind Laser Show when fifth of 7 at 40-1 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 1m (good to firm) earlier this month. Needs to show more if he is going to win this race, even off a 2lb lower mark. Official BHA Rating 96 SP: 25-1

11 Zabeel Champion (22)

3 8-8 (54.4) (3)

Jockey: Ryan Moore Form: 12-0112 Breeder: Hascombe & Valiant Stud Ltd

B c Poet’s Voice - Stars In Your Eyes

Owner: Mr Jaber Abdullah Trainer: Mark Johnston, Middleham

He has won three times from 1m to 1m 2f on ground varying from firm to soft. Beaten 3/4l by Junkanoo when second of 11 at 7-2 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 1m 2f (good) last month. Has been in top form in recent months and he has to respected today. Official BHA Rating 94 SP: 9-4

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11............................................................................................(EXACTA) Hood worn by No. 2. Blinkers worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 6.

PROBABLE S.P.’S

9-4 Zabeel Champion, 9-2 Alfaatik, 13-2 Restorer, 15-2 Dark Jedi (IRE), 12-1 On To Victory, Entangling (IRE), King’s Caper, 14-1 Koeman, 16-1 Byron Flyer, 25-1 Toronto (IRE)

RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION 1st £18675..................................................................... 2nd £5592.................................................................................... 3rd £2796...................................................................... 4th £1398..................................................................................... TIME ................................................................................ DISTANCES........................................................................................

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THE RAY GILPIN AWARD

RAY GILPIN (1942-2015)

FOR THE TOP JOCKEY OF THE WELCOME TO YORKSHIRE EBOR FESTIVAL

This award remembers Ray Gilpin, a popular figure in both the Weighing Room & Press Room who sadly passed away in 2015. A proud welshman, you’ll notice the armband worn by the rider in front, is in scarlet. The colour of the scarf that Ray always wore to the races. Andrea Atzeni and Joe Fanning lead the way with two victories each after day two, but with 14 races still to run, the title is still up for grabs.

CARING FOR THE HORSES AT YORK RACECOURSE

Looking after the horses is a priority at York and every raceday there is a team of experienced equine vets on constant call. Much of their work is done before racing actually starts, being on hand to check horses over and reassure connections. As part of the Northern End Development the vets have their own office, a large treatment box and a dedicated “stock box” to help them assess and treat the stars of our show. If there is an incident during a race, prompt attention to horse and rider is provided by the modern ambulances, you will see them parked by the track, ready for a rapid response. Like most courses York will often use green screens during an incident, these offer privacy to those involved and their presence does not necessarily signify bad news. Keeping cool is important to a racehorse so you might see them using the horse showers in the new wash down area or the cold water provided in the parade ring and at every start. If you spot a mist cloud behind the saddling boxes that means the horses are benefiting from the cooling power of the special water-misting fans. If a horse loses a shoe or ‘spreads a plate’, then there is a farrier at every start, as well as in their dedicated box by the pre parade ring, to put it right and let the racing commence. Remember a farrier shoes horses, a blacksmith makes gates or the impressive fretwork on the front of the future Weighing Room. As you enjoy your meeting, you can rest assured the horses are being well cared for by the racecourse team and their own dedicated stable staff. 22

YESTERDAYS RACING CTION

THE SKY BET LOWTHER (GROUP 2)

THE DARLEY YORKSHIRE OAKS (GROUP 1)

Day two of the Welcome to Yorkshire Ebor Festival began with a bang as Miss Amulet held off the well-fancied Sacred to give Ken Condon a first York win since Success Days took the Sky Bet York Stakes back in 2017.

Already Queen of the QIPCO 1000 Guineas and the Oaks at Epsom, Love added to her Group 1 haul and was crowned the 2020 Darley Yorkshire Oaks champion as she blew away her rivals in dominant fashion.

Breaking well and charting a path down the middle of the track, Miss Amulet tracked the pace set by Wings Of A Dove on the far side, with hot favourite, Sacred, held up in midfield, waiting to make a challenge late on.

Sent off the 4/9 favourite, the dual Classic-winning filly broke smartly and settled nicely in behind early leader Manuela De Vega, who set a solid pace in the early stages of the race, with Alpinista and Franconia, both daughters of the great Frankel settled in the rear of the contest.

As the pace lifted two furlongs from home, Miss Amulet and Sacred were the two going noticeably well and the last to come off the bridle, quickening smartly to slip the field a furlong from home as the leaders on the far side rail began to feel the effects of the early pace. The pair quickly went head to head, but it was the Irish-trained filly who battled on best under jockey James Doyle, shaking off the strong challenge of the William Haggastrained runner-up to win by a length at the line, with Richard Fahey’s Umm Kulthum running on well into third. “I know my agent was pretty pleased when we picked up the ride”, said Doyle. “Today it has really helped having experience on her side, especially late on.” After the race, Miss Amulet was given quotes of 25/1 for next year’s QIPCO 1000 Guineas.

RESULT

1st Miss Amulet 2nd Sacred 3rd Umm Kulthum

15/2 2/1F 15/2

There was little change until the field turned for home, but it was quickly evident that Love was galloping along with loads still under the bonnet and after she took it up from the weakening Manuela De Vega two furlongs from home, the race was all but over. The Aidan O’Brien-trained filly proceeded to put five lengths between her and the field under no more than hands and heels riding by Ryan Moore. Fellow Irish-trained filly One Voice looked a threat at one stage, but taking on the winner took its toll as she was passed late on by Alpinista for second, but it was all about the brilliant Love. “She’s very special”, said Moore. “She’s been exceptional this year and has absolutely thrived. She’s just got stronger and stronger and has done it very easily today.” It will be the Arc next for Love and Sky Bet installed her as the new 9/4 favourite.

RESULT

1st Love 2nd Alpinista 3rd One Voice

4/9F 33/1 12/1 23

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TOP JOCKEY AT YORK The Championship will be determined by the number of winners recorded and in the event of a tie, placed efforts will prove the deciding factor. The winner will receive the acclaimed Living North Trophy.

STANDINGS AFTER YESTERDAY’S ACTION Daniel Tudhope

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Ryan Moore jumped up onto the front page of the leaderboard after partnering Love to a stunning Darley Yorkshire Oaks victory, the highlight of yesterday’s action.

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LORDS, MUSICIANS, NATIVES AND ALMOST A LADY THE COOLMORE NUNTHORPE Plenty of people have good reason to wish 2020 would hurry up and end, but the passing of time will offer further cause for celebrations, as the Welcome to Yorkshire Ebor Festival in 2022, will see two of the Trinity of Group 1 races reach landmark renewals. It’ll be the 50th Juddmonte International, and the 100th running of the Coolmore Nunthorpe Stakes, one of Europe’s biggest sprints, so a race which is all about one word- speed. York’s flying five furlongs has seen so many great races, and the fact it is open to juveniles, who, armed with a significant weight allowance, square up to their seniors adds an extra dimension. Many remember how the last two-year-old to win the race, Kingsgate Native, ridden by Jimmy Quinn stormed home to beat Desert Lord and Dandy Man in 2007 - it was some way for the speedball to lose his maiden tag!

Kingsgate Native

The Nunthorpe began life as a selling race before its present format - and has always had the ability to throw up a shock - backing the Nunthorpe winner would often be enough on its own to pay for your day out. Recent years also bring back memories of desperate finishes. While Battaash got it right, and in record-breaking style a year ago seeing off Soldiers Call and So Perfect, he had been a spectator in fourth the previous two years when the winning margin was the minimum - a Nose. Back in 2018 it needed all the skill and patience of Judge Di Clark to weigh the evidence that locally trained Alpha Delphini had pixled out Mabs Cross; a year after Frankie Dettori had celebrated victory on the US raider Lady Aurelia, only to find the Judge and the photo saying otherwise - it was to be Marsha’s afternoon after all. 26

Mecca’s Angel

It’s a race full of memories- the emotion after County Durham based Mecca’s Angel for David Metcalfe, Michael Dods and Paul Mulrennan won back to back renewals in 2015 and 16 still brings a smile, while it’s almost 20 years since Aidan O’Brien last won it - and he needed those two musical immortals Mozart and Stravinsky to strike the right notes. In the modern era only one horse, Sharpo has won the Coolmore Nunthorpe three times, yet still more rare is that a female rider has claimed the crown on two occasions. Trailblazing, as often was her lot, Alex Greaves was part of a thrilling dead heat back in 1997 aboard Ya Malak. Roll forward and the 2011 race, like many others, was won by an outsider - 20-1 shot Margot Did, with Hayley Turner, now of ITV racing fame, up top.

Alex Greaves

Hayley Turner

So, sit back and enjoy another renewal that is likely to throw up more stories, but stay alert, you’ve only got a minute to concentrate. Adapted from an article by Mike Vince, first published on sportinglife.com.

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BIG RACE TRENDS THE WEATHERBYS HAMILTON LONSDALE CUP (BRITISH CHAMPIONS SERIES) (GROUP 2) PREVIOUS WINNERS - LAST TEN RUNNINGS

Year 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010

Winner Stradivarius Stradivarius Montaly Quest For More Max Dynamite Pale Mimosa Ahzeemah Times Up Opinion Poll Opinion Poll

Trainer John Gosden John Gosden Andrew Balding Roger Charlton W P Mullins D K Weld Saeed bin Suroor John Dunlop Mahmood Al Zarooni Michael Jarvis

Jockey Frankie Dettori Frankie Dettori P J McDonald George Baker Frankie Dettori Pat Smullen Silvestre De Sousa William Buick Frankie Dettori Frankie Dettori

AGE Although three-year-olds are eligible for the Lonsdale Cup, the Classic generation easily have the worst record in the race. The last runner they had in the race was Il Paradiso last year and they're not represented this time around. When it comes to positives, the most successful age group are the five-year-olds who have taken four of the last ten renewals, a plus for Enbihaar, who is the only five-year-old in this year's contest. TRAINER John Gosden has won this twice thanks to Stradivarius in the past two years but with the brilliant Chestnut on a path to the Arc this year, Enbihaar represents the master of Clarehaven. BETTING Montaly triumphed in 2017 at odds of 16/1 and whilst Millenary (12/1) and Times Up (11/1) have also provided small shocks, they have proved the exception rather than the rule as those towards the head of the market have enjoyed the most success. There have been three winning favourites in the last ten renewals and the average winning SP during the same time is around 5/1.

SP 4/9F 4/11F 16/1 9/2 8/1 2/1F 4/1 11/1 3/1F 9/2

Runners 4 ran 9 ran 9 ran 7 ran 8 ran 7 ran 7 ran 11 ran 10 ran 8 ran

Time 3m 27.06s 3m 29.69s 3m 31.06s 3m 32.57s 3m 33.09s 3m 31.52s 3m 34.75s 3m 34.64s 3m 32.48s 3m 34.84s

Going G/F G/F G G/F G/S G G/S G/S G G

RECENT FORM Stayers tend to mature as the season goes on and therefore it isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t completely surprising to note that only three recent winners of this race had been successful on their previous start. However, only two of the last ten winners of this race had not achieved a top four finish last time which suggests that it is the form horses coming into the race that are the group to focus on. CLASS Opinion Poll, Pale Mimosa, Max Dynamite and most recently Montaly all went on to win the Lonsdale Cup having not contested a Group race on their most recent start, but on the whole these are exceptional in that respect. Every other winner contested either a Group 1 or 2 contest on their previous outing, including last year's winner, Stradivarius, who took the Group 1 Goodwood Cup, as he did this year, illustrating the high quality nature of this race. KEY TRENDS Finished in the first four last time Contested a Group 1 or 2 on their latest outing Focus on those towards the head of the betting

CONCLUSION With no Stradivarius in opposition, this looks a golden opportunity for the admirable NAYEF ROAD to score for Mark Johnston's Yorkshire yard. His two seconds to the great chestnut in the Gold Cup at Royal Ascot and in the Goodwood Cup are the best bits of form available and he's set to go well. It won't be easy though, with the progressive Enbihaar in receipt of the 3lb mares' allowance on her first run at two miles. She was a facile winner of the Group 2 Lillie Langtry Stakes over 1m 6f at Glorious Goodwood and this trip could unlock further improvement for this classy mare. Don't count out the four-year-old Dashing Willoughby either - the Andrew Balding-trained stayer is unbeaten this season, including a Group 3 Henry II Stakes triumph at Sandown Park, and can make his presence felt. Statistics supplied by an independent analyst. All trends are ten year based unless stated. 29

The Weatherbys Hamilton Lonsdale Cup

FACT FILE: RACE HISTORY?

Distance Two miles (3,200m)

Prize money £100,000

The race started life as a Listed contest and was called the Lonsdale Stakes, run over 1m7f198y. It was promoted to Group 3 level in 1998, before being renamed the Lonsdale Cup and given Group 2 status in 2004. The distance was extended by 110 yards in 2007.

LUCK OF THE IRISH Since 1980, apart from Willie Mullins who won the race with Max Dynamite in 2015, only Aidan O’Brien (2007) and Dermot Weld (2014) had won this race. O’Brien and Weld don’t send over a representative this afternoon, so it’s down to Mullins, with Stratum and heading his charge for a double.

WHY IS IT SPECIAL? The very best stayers in Europe have their season geared around “the Cup Races” of which the Weatherbys Hamilton Lonsdale Cup features strongly. With Classic and Gold Cup at Royal Ascot winners amongst its roll of honour, it is a race that is right up there with the best of them.

WHO HAS BEEN THE MOST SUCCESSFUL? Opinion Poll

That honour befalls six horses who have each won the race twice - Further Flight (1992 & 1993), Double Eclipse (1995 & 1997), Celeric (1996 &1999), Persian Punch (1998 & 2001), Opinion Poll (2010 & 2011) & Stradivarius (2018 & 2019).

SALUTING THE CROWD?

Whilst he may not have been the highest rated, Sergeant Cecil was certainly a favourite with the Knavesmire crowds where he won four times from seven starts. He landed this prize in 2006 before following up in the following month’s Doncaster Cup, which was run here due to redevelopments on Town Moor. His other victories here included the Sky Bet Ebor in 2005 and the 2007 Matchbook Yorkshire Cup. 30

Sergeant Cecil

LEADING TRAINERS?

John Dunlop holds the record with five victories. Mark Johnston and David Elsworth have both won the race three times but only the former is represented here by Nayef Road. Last year’s winning trainer, John Gosden, saddles Enbihaar in the quest to join that treble club with Stradivarius on the path to the Arc this year.

John Dunlop

LEADING RIDER? Frankie Dettori surpassed Pat Eddery’s mark of five last year thanks to Stradivarius. However, the pair’s absence this year leaves Jamie Spencer, Ryan Moore, William Buick, Silvestre de Sousa and P J McDonald the only members of the current crop with a win in this already to their names.

WHAT AGE GROUP HAS THE BEST RECORD? Since 1980 four-year-olds lead the way having won the race 13 times. Three and five-year-olds are next best, tied with 7 victories. However, two of the last three winners of the race, Quest For More and Montaly, were both six years old. Stratum, and Withhold would be breaking the mould were they to win at seven today, while eight-year-old Who Dares Wins would be pushing the envelope even further.

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HOW DO YORKSHIRE STABLES FIGURE?

The record-breaking Mark Johnston has been a leading light for the White Rose county having won the race three times. Double Eclipse won the race twice in 1995 & 1997 with his dual Gold Cup at Royal Ascot winner Royal Rebel adding the third in 2000. He saddles Goodwood Cup and Gold Cup at Royal Ascot second Nayef Road here. Tim Easterby has also been successful in recent times when his St Leger winner Bollin Eric landed the honours in 2003, but he’s not represented here, so instead it falls to David O Meara’s Eagles By Day to provide a second string to Yorkshire’s 2020 bow.

Mark Johnston

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2nd Race 2.15 The Weatherbys Hamilton Lonsdale Cup (British Champions Series) (Group 2)

Distance: 2m Race Type: Group Two Prize Money: £100,000 Age: 3+ Stalls: Inside Rail

Two Miles About 56 Yards (3,200 metres) See page 74 for conditions of this race.

RACE DESCRIPTION The Weatherbys Hamilton Lonsdale Cup is part of the Pattern pyramid which denotes the best contests, Listed, Group 3, Group 2 (like this one) and Group 1. This race is open to 3-y-o+ horses, run over two miles which is the longest distance of the week. Weight allowances are granted based on age, gender and previous success. The mare, Enbihaar, gets 3lb in weight due to physical development compared to her male counterparts. An in-form stable could be the clue here, see the table at the beginning of this race.

LAST YEAR’S RACE Winner: Stradivarius (IRE) Trainer: John Gosden Jockey: Frankie Dettori Age/Weight: 5-9-6 Runners: 4 ran Price: 4/9F Superstar stayer Stradivarius broke the track record in the process of winning this race for the second straight season. Despite the best efforts of the brave Dee Ex Bee, the five-year-old kept on strongly to win by just over a length.

THE TALE OF THE CLOCK Race Average Time: 3m 32.28s Racing Post Standard Time: 3m 28.50s Course record: 3m 27.06s by Stradivarius (23-Aug-19) All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last ten years

RACE FACTS & STATISTICS Leading course trainer (15-20): M Johnston (29 wins from 267 runners, 11%) runs NAYEF ROAD Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A Balding (13 wins from 56 runners, 23%) runs DASHING WILLOUGHBY Fancy That: J Gosden won this race in 2018 and 2019. The stable runs ENBIHAAR today. Longest Traveller: STRATUM trained by W P Mullins, Ireland. NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 19th August. Last Winning Winning Runs Racecard 6 Career Total Career Distance Going Since No. Runs Horse Wins Places Runs Winnings Range Range Wins 1 4579-11 DASHING WiLLOUGHBY 4 2 12 171977 9-16F G-ST 0 2 638-914 EAGLES BY DAY 2 3 9 29520 12-14F G-GF 1 3 537-122 NAYEF ROAD 5 6 18 149983 7-16F G-ST 2 4 00/0110- STRATUM 4 6 17 290224 10-18F G-S 4 5 1447-17 WHO DARES WINS 7 8 28 165315 12-22F G-ST 1 6 15-7441 WITHHOLD 7 4 20 355528 13-18F F-ST 0 7 1113-41 ENBIHAAR 6 3 11 392097 11-15F G-ST 0

KNAVESMIRE TIP Enbihaar impressed when scoring at Goodwood earlier this month in Group 2 company and should stay this new 2m trip, but this ground might be slightly softer than she would like, and that tips things in the favour of DASHING WILLOUGHBY. An underrated stayer, he has shown a nice attitude in victory at Newmarket and Sandown the last twice and could take all the beating. Nayef Road was second behind Stradivarius in the Goodwood Cup and also deserves plenty of respect.

DASHING WILLOUGHBY

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The Weatherbys Hamilton Lonsdale Cup No

Horse

Dashing Willoughby (47)

B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Miss Dashwood

Owner: Sir Owen Glenn/Mick & Janice Mariscotti Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere

Distance: 2m Race Type: Group Two Prize Money: £100,000 Age: 3+ Stalls: Inside Rail

Age st-lb (kgs) Draw

4 9-3 (58.5) (7) Form: 4500-11 D Breeder: Meon Valley Stud

He has won four times from 1m 1f to 2m on good and soft ground and on synthetics. A winner at 11-4 in the Group 3 Coral Henry II Stakes at Sandown over 2m (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Spanish Mission by 1 1/4l. Strong stayer and a big run surely beckons. Official BHA Rating 112 SP: 10-3

2 Eagles By Day (IRE) (24)

B or Br c Sea The Stars (IRE) - Missunited (IRE)

Owner: Clipper Logistics Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

4 9-3 (58.5) (6) Form: 630-014 C Breeder: Mrs Vanessa Hutch

Successful at 1m 4f and 1m 6f on good to firm and good ground. Finished 5l behind Stradivarius when fourth of 7 at 40-1 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Goodwood Cup Stakes at Goodwood over 2m (good) last month. Won a Group 3 here before that and firmly on the upgrade. Official BHA Rating 111 SP: 11-2

3 Nayef Road (IRE) (24)

Ch c Galileo (IRE) - Rose Bonheur

Owner: Mr Mohamed Obaida Trainer: Mark Johnston, Middleham

Form: 530-122 D Breeder: B. V. Sangster

4 Stratum (292)

7 9-3 (58.5) (4)

Owner: Anthony Bloom Trainer: W. P. Mullins, Ireland

Form: 00/0110- D Breeder: Al Asayl Bloodstock Ltd

He has won four times from 1m 2f to 2m 2f on varying ground; has also won two hurdles. Beaten 12l behind Jukebox Jive at 7-1 when 10th of 16 on his latest flat outing at Naas over 1m 6f (heavy) in November last year, and he struggled over hurdles at Galway three weeks ago. Official BHA Rating 107 SP: 20-1

5 Who Dares Wins (IRE) (24) B g Jeremy (USA) - Savignano

Owner: HP Racing Who Dares Wins Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle

7 9-3 (58.5) (1)

Owner: Anthony Bloom Trainer: Roger Charlton, Beckhampton

Form: 15-0441 D Breeder: Millsec Limited

Winner of seven races from 1m 5f to 2m 2f on ground varying from firm to good to soft and on synthetics. Won on his latest outing when 5-4fav at Newmarket over 1m 6f (good to firm) earlier this month, beating Dubious Affair by 3l. Back to something like his best there. Official BHA Rating 108 SP: 10-1

7 Enbihaar (IRE) (20) Owner: Mr Hamdan Al Maktoum Trainer: John Gosden, Newmarket

Jason Watson

Form: 1440-10 D Breeder: Mount Coote Stud

6 Withhold (20)

B m Redoute’s Choice (AUS) - Chanterelle (FR)

Andrea Atzeni

8 9-3 (58.5) (3)

Winner of seven races from 1m 4f to 2m 6f on varying ground and synthetics; has also won three hurdles. Beaten 7l behind Stradivarius at 80-1 when last of 7 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Goodwood Cup Stakes at Goodwood over 2m (good) last month. Needs a career best. Official BHA Rating 107 SP: 20-1 B g Champs Elysees - Coming Back

Daniel Tudhope

4 9-3 (58.5) (5)

Winner of five races from 7f to 2m on good to firm and good ground and on synthetics. Beaten 1l by Stradivarius when second of 7 at 20-1 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Goodwood Cup Stakes at Goodwood over 2m (good) last month. He looks better than ever this year. Official BHA Rating 115 SP: 11-4 B g Dansili - Lunar Phase (IRE)

Oisin Murphy

Tom Marquand

Ryan Moore

5 9-0 (57.2) (2) Form: 1113-41 Breeder: Haras du Mezeray

Winner of six races from 1m 3f to 1m 6f on good to firm and good ground and on synthetics. Won on her latest outing when 1-2fav in the Group 2 Qatar Lillie Langtry Stakes at Goodwood over 1m 6f (good to firm) earlier this month, beating Cabaletta by 3 1/2l. A key player. Official BHA Rating 113 SP: 9-4

Jim Crowley

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 7.............................................................................................(EXACTA) Blinkers worn by No. 6. Visor worn by No. 5.

PROBABLE S.P.’S

9-4 Enbihaar (IRE), 11-4 Nayef Road (IRE), 10-3 Dashing Willoughby, 11-2 Eagles By Day (IRE), 10-1 Withhold, 20-1 Stratum, Who Dares Wins (IRE)

RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION 1st £56710.................................................................... 2nd £21500.................................................................................. 3rd £10760.................................................................... 4th £5360.................................................................................... TIME ................................................................................ DISTANCES........................................................................................

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COOLMORE

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Most people are familiar with the terms “thoroughbred” and “pedigree”. But did you know that the former means the horse is descended from one of just three stallions? Known as the foundation stallions, two of them performed their duties within twenty miles of York. The Darley Arabian stood at Aldby Hall near Stamford Bridge, whilst the Byerley Turk was at Goldsborough Hall, just outside Knaresborough. The trio was completed by the Godolphin Arabian, a resident just over the county line at Longsford Hall in Derbyshire. Over the intervening three hundred years some of the blood lines have become more successful than others and this genealogy gives every horse its pedigree, or family tree. Coming up to date and Coolmore, sponsors of today’s feature race continue the bloodstock tradition of great stallions. Originally, a relatively small farm, owner Tim Vigors, a famous fighter pilot in the Battle of Britain, began transforming it in 1968 and after going into partnership with Vincent O’Brien and Robert Sangster the three men built it up into the well-known stud farm it is today. Vigors sold his interest to O’Brien and his son-in-law John Magnier and it was Magnier who built the stud into a multi-national, multi-billion-Euro operation. On most occasions, the superstar stallions of their generation had proved themselves on the racecourse. Coolmore’s headline stallion Galileo destroyed his rivals in both the Epsom Derby and the Irish equivalent before completing an impressive hat-trick in the King George at Ascot. Since his retirement, he has been Champion Sire in eight different years having sired a staggering 80 individual Group 1 winners. If you were to glance at his most successful progeny, you would see that he has sired many of the best racehorses in recent years.

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Picturesque surroundings These include Frankel, New Approach, Australia and Gleneagles - all now stallions in their own right but this is by no means a coincidence. As you can see, Galileo has already started to make his name as a sire of sires, with 15 of his sons having sired Group 1 winners in their own right, and that trait has no doubt been passed on from his sire Sadler’s Wells. He too stood at Coolmore and comes from the Northern Dancer line, regarded as one of the most productive bloodlines in the history of thoroughbred racing. As well as Galileo, Coolmore also stand numerous big race winners in Mastercraftsman, Camelot, Caravaggio, Churchill and Highland Reel. This festival produces champions and future stallions. Declaration of War won the Juddmonte International in 2013 and with Australia obliging in 2014, this pair are just two of the big names on the roster. The strength that they possess in the stallion department, as well as determination and knowledge of its founders, shows no signs of ceasing. Coolmore continue to produce Classic winners year on year and as a result continue to set a benchmark.

Camelot

TOP TRAINER AT YORK AWARD The Championship will be determined by the number of winners recorded and in the event of a tie, placed efforts will prove the deciding factor. The winner will receive the coveted Charles Clinkard Trophy and a smart pair of shoes!

2019 Champion: John Gosden

STANDINGS AFTER YESTERDAY’S ACTION

Montatham’s victory in yesterday’s Clipper Logistics Stakes gave Skipton-born William Haggas a narrow lead in the trainers’ championship going into the third day of the Welcome to Yorkshire Ebor Festival.

William Haggas

Mark Johnston

David O’Meara

Kevin Ryan

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PORTRAIT OF A WINNER AL BASTI EQUIWORLD DUBAI GIMCRACK The Al Basti Equiworld Dubai Gimcrack Stakes is a famous race with a lot of tradition. All traditions have to start somewhere so the sponsor was keen to offer a unique prize, as befits such a contest. A commission of their winner. So they have teamed up with the now Norfolk based artist, David “ Mouse” Cooper. ‘Mouse’ was born a naturally talented artist. Brought up in the East End of London, he left school with Grade A in art, but not much else. He went into racing as an apprentice jockey, had a few rides, and then became a work rider, and eventually yard manager. More and more he was driven to paint, and in 2005 he took the plunge and sold his house to pay his way through Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge, gaining a B.A. (Hons) in Fine Art.

Mouse dabbles with a self portrait.

He has since worked as an artist and art tutor. He is widely collected, and has gained a reputation for successfully capturing the movement of horse and jockey, as well as the drama of racing. He now lives and works in a small studio in Fakenham, Norfolk If mouse knew which horse to paint in advance, then he could make art his hobby rather than career, sadly he will have to wait until around 2.47pm today before he knows his subject. The lucky connections will get a double prize, able to collect the painting of the Racecourse shown below this afternoon, they will then be presented with their commission on completion.

The “on the day” prize shows the Knavesmire as we all treasure it.

BIG RACE TRENDS THE AL BASTI EQUIWORLD DUBAI GIMCRACK STAKES (GROUP 2) PREVIOUS WINNERS - LAST TEN RUNNINGS

Year 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010

Winner Threat Emaraaty Ana Sands Of Mali Blue Point Ajaya Muhaarar Astaire Blaine Caspar Netscher Approve

Trainer Richard Hannon Kevin Ryan Richard Fahey Charlie Appleby William Haggas Charles Hills Kevin Ryan Kevin Ryan Alan McCabe William Haggas

Jockey Oisin Murphy Frankie Dettori Paul Hanagan William Buick Graham Gibbons Paul Hanagan Neil Callan Phillip Makin Robert Winston Eddie Ahern

TRAINER Of those with runners this year, Kevin Ryan has the best record having won the race four times, courtesy of Amadeus Wolf (2005), Blaine (2012), Astaire (2013) and most recently Emaraaty Ana last year. He is represented by Seven Brothers this time around. Aidan O’Brien is the only other trainer with more than one success to his name but he doesn't have a representative looking to join Mull Of Kintyre and Rock Of Gibraltar on the roll of honour this year. Richard Fahey will be looking to follow up 2017 victory with Summer Sands as he saddles Escape Route. RECENT FORM A last time out victory is not essential with only four of the last ten winners having had such form to their name. However, it is worth noting only one horse in the last decade had finished outside of the first three on their most recent start. Interestingly, only half of the winners in the last decade contested a Group race on their most recent outing, so don’t be shy to look beyond those already proven at this level.

SP 11/10F 5/1 14/1 11/8F 7/2 7/1 5/1 6/1 5/1 8/1

Runners 12 ran 9 ran 10 ran 10 ran 8 ran 9 ran 7 ran 8 ran 9 ran 11 ran

Time 1m 9.62s 1m 10.79s 1m 11.16s 1m 9.00s 1m 10.84s 1m 10.52s 1m 13.72s 1m 11.53s 1m 12.74s 1m 11.67s

Going G/F G/F G G G G S G G/S G

DISTANCE Only five of the last ten winners of this race had previously won over this 6f trip suggesting that such form isn’t as crucial as you would expect. However, two of the four who hadn’t won over the trip were trained by William Haggas so he clearly has the right idea of what is required to win this race Yazaman hasn't won over six furlongs yet, but has been second in two Group 2 contests. BETTING In the last decade there have been only two winning favourites of the Al Basti Equiworld Dubai Gimcrack but eight of those winners were sent off at singlefigure odds. An average starting price of around 6/1 also suggests that it is important not to stray too far from the market leaders. KEY TRENDS Trained by Kevin Ryan Finished in first three last time Avoid outsiders in the market

CONCLUSION Yazaman is clear of these on bare form and clearly goes into the race with an excellent chance after a maiden win, a second to Tactical in the Listed Windsor Castle Stakes at Royal Ascot and two further runner-up berths in Group 2 company, again to Tactical in the Tattersalls July Stakes at Newmarket and then to Supremacy in the Richmond Stakes at Glorious Goodwood. However, despite setting a strong standard, William Haggas' charge might find one or two improve past him here, including the Richard Hannontrained MOHAWK KING, who made an impressive winning debut at Ascot and whose pedigree suggests any softening of the ground won't be against him. Minzaal was fourth behind that rival at Ascot, but bolted up at Salisbury last time out and could narrow the gap between the two. Statistics supplied by an independent analyst. All trends are ten year based unless stated. 39

The Al Basti Equiworld Dubai Gimcrack Stakes

FACT FILE: WHO WAS GIMCRACK? A BRIEF HISTORY? The Gimcrack Stakes was established in 1846. Originally open to horses of either gender, the first renewal was won by Ellerdale, ridden by Tommy Lye and trained by Tom Dawson. It wasn’t until 1987 when the race was restricted to colts and geldings.

Distance Six furlongs (1,400m)

Prize money £100,000

Gimcrack, a grandson of the foundation stallion, the Godolphin Arabian, was a 18th century racehorse who, despite his small stature at just 14.2 hands, won 27 of his 36 races in a career spanning seven seasons.

HAVE THERE BEEN ANY CLASSIC WINNERS?? The race tends to produce top-class sprinters but the 2001 winner Rock Of Gibraltar broke the mould. As a three-year-old he won the QIPCO 2000 Guineas and the Irish 2,000 Guineas during a run of seven consecutive Group 1 victories. Only Frankel can better that! Further back in time, the legendary Mill Reef won this race in 1970 before winning the Investec Derby the following year.

Gimcrack on Newmarket Heath, with a trainer, a jockey and a stable lad.

GEORGE STUBBS?

Stubbs, a leading artist in the 18th Century, is perhaps best known for his equine master pieces. The record price for a Stubbs painting was set by the sale at auction of Gimcrack on Newmarket Heath, with a Trainer, a Stable-Lad, and a Jockey at Christie’s in London in July 2011 for £22.4 million.

ANOTHER MULTIPLE GROUP 1 WINNER The 2014 winner Muhaarar went from strength-to-strength as a three-year-old. The Charlie Hills-trained sprinter won four consecutive Group 1s - the Commonwealth Cup at Royal Ascot, the Darley July Cup at Newmarket, the Prix Maurice de Gheest at Deauville and the British Champions Sprint Stakes at Ascot. In the process, he wrote his name into the record book by becoming the first British-trained horse for 25 years to complete a hat-trick of Group 1 sprints. The last horse to achieve such a feat was the 1991 Nunthorpe winner Dayjur, who, like Muhaarar, was owned by Hamdan Al Maktoum. 40

Muhaarar

LEADING TRAINERS?

Kevin Ryan

William I’Anson, Jr. leads the way having won the race seven times but that statistic won’t help you today - he trained at the end of the 1800s. Of the current crop, Kevin Ryan has won the race four times, so there must be high hopes for Seven Brothers this afternoon. The second of Aidan O’Brien’s brace of wins in the race came way back in 2001 with Rock Of Gibraltar but he’s nor represented in the race today. Escape Route may give Richard Fahey another win after Sands of Mali opened his account in 2017.

LEADING RIDER? Like the leading trainer, John Osborne Junior (nine wins) isn’t around anymore to offer any clues to this year’s result. Of those with rides today, Oisin Murphy (Ubettabelieveit) is the only other to have tasted past success with Threat just last year Jamie Spencer

FASTEST TIME? In 2009, John Gosden’s Showcasing covered the six furlongs course in a time of 1m 9.28s - a then course record! This record remaining in place until Tiggy Wiggy broke it in the 2014 Sky Bet Lowther Stakes.

WHO ARE THE SPONSORS? Formerly known as Al Basti Hartog and established in the year 1998, Al Basti Equiworld Dubai has, within a short span of time, become the pioneers in equine industry to Middle East and expanded across the globe. They have always recommended and introduced the best quality natural products which have had a very good response from the industry and are the distributors for leading companies such as Baileys Horse Feeds and Foran Equine Products.

HOW DO YORKSHIRE STABLES FIGURE?

Not badly at all. Mick Easterby won in 1986 with Wiganthorpe and Lynda Ramsden added another with Chilly Billy in 1994. Since then, Kevin Ryan has led the White Rose county with four victories - Amadeus Wolf (2005), Blaine (2012), the much-missed Astaire (2013) and Emaraaty Ana last year. He has Seven Brothers in the race this year in his bid for a five timer. Other Yorkshire contenders include Richard Fahey, who has Escape Route carrying the Malton flag today. The prize could go to Langton if Nigel Tinkler triumphs with Ubettabelieveit.

Richard Fahey

A message from Mr Malih L Al Basti Wherever in the world you are reading this message, your world has changed from what it was 12 months ago. We send our most sincere condolences to the many people across the globe have lost loved ones in the most painful of circumstances. Their world will never be the same. And our thanks to those who have bravely in many ways, tried to make our collective lives better in these challenging times. Our passion for horse racing has not changed. Our love of the thoroughbred has not changed. But how we all enjoy this magnificent sport has changed. And we have had to adapt. And so it is with great pride that Al Basti Equiworld Dubai, can continue to support The Chairman, Committee and every member of the York race-course team by putting our name to the 2020 Gr2 Al Basti Equiworld Dubai, Gimcrack Stakes in late August and the Listed 6F Garrowby Stakes in September. We would like to thank the countless people behind the scenes who have made racing possible once more. We wish all owners, trainers, jockeys and stable staff the very best of luck today and throughout the season on The Knavesmire. Malih L Al Basti Owner and Founder Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai.

www.albastiequiworld.com

3rd Race 2.45

Distance: 6f Race Type: Group Two Prize Money: £100,000 Age: 2 c&g Stalls: Centre

The Al Basti Equiworld Dubai Gimcrack Stakes (Group 2) Six Furlongs (1,200 metres) See page 74 for conditions of this race.

RACE DESCRIPTION Again, part of the Pattern pyramid, this Group 2 race is for two-year-old colts and geldings, run over six furlongs. The short distance usually makes for a tight finish. The racecard tipster, Baron Ferdinand, has marked his selections with a red bi plane.

LAST YEAR’S RACE Winner: Threat (IRE) Trainer: Richard Hannon Jockey: Oisin Murphy Age/Weight: 2-9-0 Runners: 12 ran Price: 11/10F Threat was a warm order for last year’s Al Basti Equiworld Dubai Gimcrack and delivered in good style, tracking the leaders before hitting the front just over a furlong from home under champion jockey Oisin Murphy and keeping on well.

THE TALE OF THE CLOCK Race Average Time: 1m 11.34s Racing Post Standard Time: 1m 9.70s Course record: 1m 8.90s by Tiggy Wiggy (21-Aug-14) All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last ten years

RACE FACTS & STATISTICS Leading course trainer (15-20): R Fahey (42 wins from 595 runners, 7%) runs ESCAPE ROUTE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A Balding (13 wins from 56 runners, 23%) runs MYSTERY SMILES Fancy That: W Haggas won this race in 2010 and 2015. The stable runs YAZAMAN today. K Ryan won this race in 2012, 2013 and 2018. The stable runs SEVEN BROTHERS today. Longest Traveller: MYSTERY SMILES trained by A Balding, Kingsclere, 216 miles. NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 19th August. Last Winning Winning Runs Racecard 6 Career Total Career Distance Going Since No. Runs Horse Wins Places Runs Winnings Range Range Wins 1 1 DEVILWALA 1 — 1 4140 6F GF 0 2 13 ESCAPE ROUTE 1 1 2 4140 5F G 1 3 173 LAUDED 1 — 3 4140 6F GS 2 4 41 MINZAAL 1 — 2 4140 6F GF 0 5 1 MOHAWK KING 1 — 1 6728 6F GF 0 6 11 MYSTERY SMILES 2 — 2 15784 5-6F GS-GF 0 7 1 ROMAN DYNASTY 1 — 1 4140 6F ST 0 8 11 SEVEN BROTHERS 2 — 2 8022 6F GF-S 0 9 411 UBETTABELIEVEIT 2 — 3 14500 5F G-GF 0 10 1222 YAZAMAN 1 3 4 4140 5F G 3

KNAVESMIRE TIP Richard Hannon took this 12 months ago and his 250,000 guineas buy Mohawk King did little wrong when scoring on debut at Ascot. Minzaal caught the eye when fourth in that contest and has since impressed at Salisbury. However, it is hard to ignore YAZAMAN, who has been hammering on the door in all the right contests and could get his moment in the spotlight. Lauded and Escape Route finished just behind the selection when third at Goodwood and Newmarket respectively and are noted, while the course-and-distance winning Seven Brothers puts his unbeaten record on the line for a yard that won this in 2018.

YAZAMAN

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The Al Basti Equiworld Dubai Gimcrack Stakes

Distance: 6f Race Type: Group Two Prize Money: ÂŁ100,000 Age: 2 c&g Stalls: Centre

Horse st-lb (kgs) Draw

Devilwala (IRE) (18)

B c Kodiac - Najraan

Owner: Amo Racing Limited & Arjun Waney Trainer: Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn

9-0 (57.2) (8) Form: 1 D Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud

Foaled 9 Mar. Dam a lightly raced maiden. A winner at 7-2 at Haydock over 6f on his debut earlier this month, beating Al Saariyah by 3/4l. The second on that occasion has since gone close at Newbury and he has to be respected representing a useful stable in this sphere. Official BHA Rating - SP: 12-1

2 Escape Route (IRE) (43) B c Dandy Man (IRE) - Elaysa

Owner: Clipper Logistics Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton

9-0 (57.2) (1) Form: 13 Breeder: Peter & Hugh McCutcheon

Foaled 22 Feb. Dam won at 7f. A winner at 5f on good ground. Third of 9 behind Tactical beaten 4l at 33-1 on his latest outing in the Group 2 July Stakes at Newmarket over 6f last month. That was a fine effort in defeat and he was a handy winner on debut before that. Official BHA Rating 98 SP: 14-1

3 Lauded (22)

B c Acclamation - Thatsallimsaying (IRE)

Owner: Al Shaqab Racing & Manor House Racing Trainer: Tom Dascombe, Malpas

Form: 103 D Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud

4 Minzaal (IRE) (12)

9-0 (57.2) (4)

Owner: Mr Hamdan Al Maktoum Trainer: Owen Burrows, Lambourn

Form: 41 D Breeder: Ringfort Stud

Foaled 10 Feb. Half-brother to Cabo Da Cruz, won five times at 6f and 7f. Won on his latest outing when 1-2fav at Salisbury over 6f earlier this month, beating Marlay Park by 4l. That was his first victory on his second appearance and he could have lots more to come. Official BHA Rating 92 SP: 9-4

5 Mohawk King (IRE) (27)

9-0 (57.2) (3)

Owner: Isa Salman Al Khalifa Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough

Form: 1 D Breeder: Rockcliffe Stud

B c Siyouni (FR) - Marsh Hawk

Foaled 26 Jan. Dam won twice at 7f. A winner at 6-1 at Ascot over 6f (good to firm) on his debut last month, beating Churchill Bay by a head. Off the mark at the first attempt and the 250,000 guineas buy has to be on the shortlist for last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s winning stable. Official BHA Rating - SP: 4-1

6 Mystery Smiles (IRE) (11) B c Mehmas (IRE) - Alexander Alliance (IRE)

Owner: King Power Racing Co Ltd Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere

B c Mehmas (IRE) - Empress Ella (IRE)

Owner: Trevor and Ruth Milner Trainer: Joseph Parr, Newmarket

Pat Dobbs

Silvestre De Sousa

9-0 (57.2) (5) Form: 1 D Breeder: Yeomanstown Lodge Stud

8 Seven Brothers (IRE) (26)

9-0 (57.2) (10)

Owner: Mr Steve Ryan Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton

Form: 11 CD Breeder: P. Moloney Ltd

Foaled 28 Jan. Half-brother to Stratton Street, won at 5f. Successful twice at 6f on good to firm and soft ground. A winner at 11-4 over this course and distance on his latest outing last month, beating Bankrolled by a head. A hat-trick seeker of note for a top local yard. Official BHA Rating 86 SP: 14-1

Jim Crowley

Form: 11 D Breeder: Ballycrighaun Stud

Foaled 7 Apr. Half-brother to Vatican Hill, won three times between 7f and 1m 2f. A winner at 7-1 at Wolverhampton over 6f on his debut earlier this month, beating Rivers Lad by 1 3/4l. That victory was a pleasing introduction, but he is pitched into deep waters now. Official BHA Rating - SP: 33-1 B c Slade Power (IRE) - Ihtifal

Richard Kingscote

9-0 (57.2) (7)

Foaled 21 Apr. Half-brother to Dream Ally, won seven times at 5f and 6f. Successful at 5f and 6f on good to firm and good to soft ground. A winner at 5-2 at Chester over 6f on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Zamaani by 3/4l. Unbeaten and has to be considered. Official BHA Rating 92 SP: 8-1

7 Roman Dynasty (IRE) (14)

Daniel Tudhope

9-0 (57.2) (6)

Foaled 4 Mar. A winner at 6f on good to soft ground. Third of 7 behind Supremacy beaten 4 1/2l at 10-1 on his latest outing in the Group 2 Qatar Richmond Stakes at Goodwood over 6f last month. He showed he can compete at this level in that contest and he is respected. Official BHA Rating 101 SP: 12-1 B c Mehmas (IRE) - Pardoven (IRE)

Rossa Ryan

Andrea Atzeni

Kevin Stott

Horse st-lb (kgs) Draw

9 Ubettabelieveit (IRE) (36)

9-0 (57.2) (9)

Owner: Martin Webb Racing Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton

Form: 411 Breeder: Ringfort Stud

B c Kodiac - Ladylishandra (IRE)

Foaled 25 Mar. Successful twice at 5f on good to firm and good ground. A winner at 13-8 at Sandown over 5f (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Wings Of A Dove by 1 1/2l. Took the step up in grade in his stride there and he can’t be ignored once again here. Official BHA Rating 103 SP: 8-1

10 Yazaman (IRE) (22) B c Kodiac - Online Alexander (IRE)

Owner: Sheikh Ahmed Al Maktoum Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket

Oisin Murphy

9-0 (57.2) (2) Form: 1222 BF Breeder: Mountarmstrong Stud

Foaled 17 Feb. A winner at 5f on good ground. Beaten 4l by Supremacy when second of 7 at 13-8fav last time in the Group 2 Qatar Richmond Stakes at Goodwood over 6f last month. His trio of near misses in hot contests sets the standard and this could be his moment to shine. Official BHA Rating 106 SP: 5-1

Tom Marquand

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 10...........................................................................................(EXACTA) Blinkers worn by No. 10.

PROBABLE S.P.’S

9-4 Minzaal (IRE), 4-1 Mohawk King (IRE), 5-1 Yazaman (IRE), 8-1 Mystery Smiles (IRE), Ubettabelieveit (IRE), 12-1 Devilwala (IRE), Lauded, 14-1 Escape Route (IRE), Seven Brothers (IRE), 33-1 Roman Dynasty (IRE)

TIME ................................................................................ DISTANCES........................................................................................

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ROCK OF GIBRALTAR

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The subsequent victories of the 2014 Al Basti Equiworld Dubai Gimcrack Stakes winner, Muhaarar, brings back memories of the 2001 winner Rock Of Gibraltar. The Rock, as he became affectionately known, made a winning debut in a Curragh maiden before finishing a respectable sixth behind stablemate Landseer in the Coventry Stakes. He followed that with a first Pattern race victory in the Railway Stakes back at the Curragh where he beat another stablemate Hawk Wing, who he was to tussle with again later in his career. Despite the impressive start to his career Rock Of Gibraltar was sent off only second-favourite for the Gimcrack behind John Gosden’s Waldenburg. Although he was the last of the nine runners to enter the paddock, he looked an absolute picture as his coat glistened in the warm summer sun. Ridden by Aidan O’Brien’s stable jockey at the time, Mick Kinane, Rock Of Gibraltar travelled strongly through the opening stages before striking the front two furlongs out. As the runners approached the furlong pole, Rock Of Gibraltar found another gear and ran right away from Ho Choi and Twilight Blues who filled the places. It was a truly emphatic victory. Post-race comments from the Racing Post summed his performance up to a tee: “He came right away inside the last and will be even better suited by seven. He is up there with the best of his generation.” However, they had to spoil it by adding: “That said, it would be unwise to be taking the 20-1 for the Guineas at present, especially as a line through Twilight Blues leaves him a fair way behind his stablemate Johannesburg at this stage.” Hindsight is a wonderful thing! Following his Knavesmire romp, he was beaten in the Champagne Stakes at Doncaster but signed off his juvenile season with Group 1 victories in the Grand Criterium on the Arc card and two weeks later in the Dewhurst at Newmarket. By top Coolmore stallion Danehill, Rock Of Gibraltar was bred by Aidan O’Brien in partnership with his wife Anne-Marie and father-in-law Joe Crowley.

His name was inspired by that of his dam; Offshore Boom; due to Gibraltar’s low-tax status. Rock Of Gibraltar made his seasonal reappearance in the 2000 Guineas where he was sent off a generous 9-1 with stablemate, Hawk Wing, the 6-4 favourite. In a thrilling race, the Ballydoyle duo crossed the line together, albeit separated by the width of the track. When the result was announced, the Rock had beaten his stablemate by a head. That was the final time that he was to start odds-against. After sauntering to an easy victory in the Irish 2,000 Guineas, he was just as convincing when taking Royal Meeting honours in the St James’s Palace Stakes. Such was his authority that he frightened off much of the opposition when he was eased to victory in the Sussex Stakes and his seventh successive Group 1 victory was secured in the Prix du Moulin in September. His swansong before retirement was to come in the Breeders’ Cup Mile at Arlington. Well fancied to end his career on a winning note, the race simply didn’t go to plan. Slowly away, the Rock was well off the early pace and entering the home straight he still had the whole field to pass. In his defence he almost pulled it off but crossed the line three quarters of a length behind winner Domedriver. Despite this he was voted the 2002 European Horse of the Year. The Rock now stands at Coolmore Stud in Co. Tipperary. His best sons include Hong Kong Cup winner and Investec Derby runner-up Eagle Mountain, as well as Group 1 winners Seventh Rock, Mount Nelson, Varenar and Society Rock who won the Duke Of York Clipper Logistics stakes here on the Knavesmire in 2013. The winner of 10 of his 13 races, the Rock is another impressive Knavesmire Legend.

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Oasis Dream (2003)

Deep Diver (1972) T: P Davey J: W Williamson

Ajdal (1987)

T: Sir M Stoute J: W R Swinburn

Battaash (2019) T: C Hills J: J Crowley

Lochsong (1993)

Mecca’s Angel (2015, 16)

Sharpo (1980, 81, 82) T: J Tree J: Pat Eddery

T: R Bastiman J: N Callan

Habibti (1983) T: J Dunlop J: G Starkey

Mozart (2001) T: A O’Brien J: M Kinane

T: J Gosden J: R Hughes

T: I Balding J: L Dettori

Dayjur (1990) T: D Hern J: W Carson

T: M Dods J: P Mulrennan

Borderlescott (2008, 09)

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The Coolmore Nunthorpe Stakes

FACT FILE: A BRIEF HISTORY?

Distance Five furlongs (1,000m)

Prize money £250,000

The race is named after Nunthorpe, an area of York located to the north of the racecourse. The first version, a low-grade selling race, was established in 1903 before the present version began in 1922 when it was won by Two Step.

THE AMERICAN CONNECTION? The race became part of the Breeders’ Cup Challenge series in 2011 which means the winner of this year’s race earns an automatic invitation to compete in the Breeders’ Cup Turf Sprint at Keeneland, Kentucky on Saturday 7th November. Star US-trained filly, Acapulco ran an eye catching second in 2015 and Lady Aurelia filled the same spot in 2017, just pipped at the post by Marsha in a thriller. A late look at the weather forecast and travel complications means Golden Pal has opted to stay staeside.

TWO-YEAR-OLDS?

Kingsgate Native

The race is one of a limited number of races in which two-year-old horses can compete against their elders. The first juvenile to win was High Treason in 1953, and the most recent was Kingsgate Native in 2007 - a record he’ll keep for now as no two-year-olds are entered today.

WHY IS IT SPECIAL?

It is one of only three Group 1 five furlong sprints in Europe - the others being the King’s Stand Stakes at Royal Ascot and the Prix de l’Abbaye at Longchamp on Arc day.

FOREIGN RAIDERS? Ireland’s Dermot Weld won the race in 1984 with Committed. Since then Aidan O’Brien has added a musical double with Stravinsky (1999) and Mozart (2001). He won’t be improving that record today though, as he’s not represented in the race. France’s Robert Collet won the race in 1986 with Last Tycoon as did John Hammond with Nuclear Debate in 2000 despite his non-French passport. Australia chipped in when Ortensia won for Paul Messara in 2012, giving the race a full international flavour, but the current world situation has contributed to no internationally-trained runners taking their place this afternoon. 50

Ortensia

Michael Dods

LEADING TRAINER?

Ossie Bell currently holds the record with 5 victories Highborn II (1926, 1927), Greenore (1932), Concerto (1933) & Ipsden (1937). In the modern era Aidan O’Brien, Michael Dods and Sir Mark Prescott have each won the race twice. O’Brien and Prescott aren’t represented this afternoon, so perhaps Que Amoro can make it three from the last six renewals for Dods and send him clear of the others.

LEADING RIDER?

Lester Piggott holds the record with 7 victories – Right Boy (1958, 1959), Matatina (1963), Caterina (1966), Tower Walk (1969), Swing Easy (1971) & Solinus (1978). Of the current crop, Frankie Dettori is the only multiple winner having won the race three times - Lochsong (1993), So Factual (1995) & Lochangel (1998), but his absence following self isolation protocols after a trip to Deauville last weekend leaves the door open for the once-victorious Jim Crowley to narrow the gap if Battaash can do the double.

HAT-TRICK HEAVEN

Only two horses have managed to win the Coolmore Nunthorpe three times Tag End in 1928, 1929 & 1930 and Sharpo in 1980, 1981 & 1982.

WHO ARE THE SPONSORS?

Jim Crowley

HOW DO YORKSHIRE STABLES FIGURE?

Not too bad at all. In 1997, the White Rose county won the race twice! The David Barron-trained Costal Bluff and the much missed David “Dandy” Nicholls-trained Ya Malak dead-heated for first place. Nicholls then won it outright with Bahamian Pirate in 2004 before our old favourite Borderlescott won back-to-back in 2008-09. Mecca’s Angel scored for the second year in a row for Michael Dods and the North in 2016 and her base near Darlington saddles Que Amoro today. Tim Easterby’s Art Power, Emaraaty Ana from Kevin Ryan’s Hambleton yard, James Bethell’s Middleham Moor-trained Moss Gill and David Griffiths’ Ornate, hailing from Bawtry, form the Yorkshire cohort this afternoon.

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BIG RACE TRENDS THE COOLMORE NUNTHORPE (GROUP 1) PREVIOUS WINNERS - LAST TEN RUNNINGS

Year 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010

Winner Battaash Alpha Delphini Marsha Mecca’s Angel Mecca’s Angel Sole Power Jwala Ortensia Margot Did Sole Power

Trainer Charles Hills Bryan Smart Sir Mark Prescott Bt Michael Dods Michael Dods Edward Lynam Robert Cowell Paul Messara Michael Bell Edward Lynam

Jockey Jim Crowley Graham Lee Luke Morris Paul Mulrennan Paul Mulrennan Richard Hughes Steve Drowne William Buick Hayley Turner Wayne Lordan

SP 7/4 40/1 8/1 9/2 15/2 11/4F 40/1 7/2JF 20/1 100/1

Runners 11 ran 15 ran 11 ran 19 ran 19 ran 13 ran 17 ran 19 ran 15 ran 12 ran

Time 55.90s 57.18s 57.97s 56.24s 57.24s 57.92s 57.34s 57.62s 58.66s 57.14s

Going G/F G/F G G G/S G G/S G G/S G/F

AGE

RECENT FORM

Since 1958, there have only been seven winners of the Nunthorpe aged six or above suggesting that we should view their chances with a degree of scepticism, however it is worth noting that all seven of those happened in the last fifteen years, including the 2018 winner Alpha Delphini, so perhaps it’s a trend on the move. Unlike, most races run on the flat, two-year-olds are allowed to mix it with their older rivals in the Nunthorpe. They have won the race twice since 1992 courtesy of Lyric Fantasy and Kingsgate Native in 2007 but don't have a representative this year.

Nine of the last ten winners achieved a top four finish on their most recent start, with Sole Power, Ortensia, Mecca’a Angel and Battaash the only four to get their head in front on their latest run. It’s also worth noting that all of the last ten winners had already won at least once earlier in the season, so this isn’t a race in which you want to be relying on a horse bouncing back to form.

KEY RACES The best guide is the Royal Ascot’s King’s Stand Stakes which has supplied ten of the last seventeen winners of the Nunthorpe. Run over 5f, the race was upgraded to a Group 1 in 2008, and since then Borderlescott, Ortensia and Sole Power have all taken it in en route to the Knavesmire. It falls to the King's Stand winner, Battaash to carry that flag today in his search to repeat last year's success.

RATING When it comes to official ratings, it is best to set the benchmark at 110 as only a handful of winners in recent years have fallen below that mark. Borderlescott (2008 and 2009), Sole Power (2010), Jwala (2013) and Alpha Delphini (2018) all managed to defy that trend, whilst Kingsgate Native did not have a rating when he triumphed in 2007.

TRAINERS Charles Hills and Michael Dods are the only three trainers with a runner this year to have tasted success on more than one occasion. Battaash is the star for Hills, while Dods relies on the filly Que Amoro.

BETTING The Nunthorpe has been no stranger to big priced winners in recent seasons, with Sole Power (2010), Margot Did (2011), Jwala (2013) and the 2018 winner, Alpha Delphini all obliging at odds of 20/1 or bigger. Historically however, the race has shown favour towards those at the head of the market with eleven of the last seventeen winners coming from within the top four in the market.

KEY TRENDS Side with those who ran in the King’s Stand Finished in the first four last time Won at least once this season

CONCLUSION Battaash is one of the best sprinters on planet Earth, with his track-record-breaking victory last year, as well as his King's Stand and King George Qatar Stakes victories this season illustrating his brilliance. He's clearly going to be very difficult to beat, but the softening of the ground and the progressive form of ART POWER gives the Yorkshire-trained three-year-old a serious chance of causing the upset in receipt of 2lb. The Tim Easterby-trained colt is unbeaten this season, galloping away with a Royal Ascot handicap before demolishing Millisle in the Group 3 Lacken Stakes at Naas. This is a big step up, but he looks to have the ability. Fellow three-year-old A'Ali is another with claims after taking the Group 2 Sapphire Stakes in good style on his last run. Statistics supplied by an independent analyst. All trends are ten year based unless stated. 52

4th Race 3.15 The Coolmore Nunthorpe Stakes (British Champions Series) (Group 1)

Distance: 5f Race Type: Group One Prize Money: £250,000 Age: 2+ Stalls: Centre

Five Furlongs (1,000 metres) See page 74 for conditions of this race.

RACE DESCRIPTION Our feature race, as a Group One, is of the highest possible quality, attracting the best sprinters in training. Made for the fastest of the fast at just five furlongs; it is also one of the few contests where all horses of all ages could go head-to-head, will having 2lbs less weight mean three-year-old Art Power can overcome older course record holder Battaash? Less than a minute of action will tell us. Tough to win, harder to pick the winner, perhaps pay close attention to the television coverage of the Parade Ring before investing your cash.

LAST YEAR’S RACE Winner: Battaash (IRE) Trainer: Charles Hills Jockey: Jim Crowley Age/Weight: 5-9-11 Runners: 11 ran Price: 7/4 It was a case of third time lucky in the Coolmore Nunthorpe for the brilliant Battaash as the speedster bolted up last year after two previous defeats in the race. As you will see to your right, he lowered Dayjur’s 30-year-old course record in the process.

THE TALE OF THE CLOCK Race Average Time: 57.60s Racing Post Standard Time: 57.30s Course record: 55.90s by Battaash (23-Aug-19) All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last ten years

RACE FACTS & STATISTICS Leading course trainer (15-20): T Easterby (29 wins from 382 runners, 8%) runs ART POWER Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (10 wins from 76 runners, 13%) runs ART POWER Fancy That: M Dods won this race in 2015 and 2016. The stable runs QUE AMORO today. Longest Traveller: BATTAASH trained by C Hills, Lambourn, 202 miles. NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 19th August. Last Winning Winning Runs Racecard 6 Career Total Career Distance Going Since No. Runs Horse Wins Places Runs Winnings Range Range Wins 1 2110-11 BATTAASH 12 4 22 1323476 5F G-S 0 2 0051-33 EMARAATY ANA 3 1 10 141118 5-6F G-GF 2 3 219-161 MOSS GILL 5 5 13 48323 5F G-ST 0 4 8-03063 ORNATE 8 12 56 120034 5F G-ST 11 5 510-811 A’ALI 5 1 9 226923 5F G-S 0 6 31-111 ART POWER 4 1 5 61262 5-6F GS-ST 0 7 4/2011-7 KURIOUS 3 1 8 66909 5F GF-S 1 8 4112-13 QUE AMORO 5 5 14 81362 5F G-GF 1

THE COOLMORE NUNTHORPE

KNAVESMIRE TIP Punters often closed their eyes and hoped for the best when it came to backing the mercurial BATTAASH - his temperament often got the better of him in the preliminaries - but with no proper crowds in the UK following the resumption of racing this year, Charlie Hills’ stable star has really flourished. He banished his Ascot demons when landing the King’s Stand, broke the track record in the King George at Glorious Goodwood and now appears better than ever so back-to-back Nunthorpe victories could be on the cards. Exciting C&D winner Art Power can land the silver medal ahead of fellow three-year-old A’ali.

BATTAASH

ART POWER 53

4th Race 3.15

The Coolmore Nunthorpe Stakes

Distance: 5f Race Type: Group One Prize Money: £250,000 Age: 2+ Stalls: Centre

Horse st-lb (kgs) Draw

Battaash (IRE) (21)

B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Anna Law (IRE)

Owner: Mr Hamdan Al Maktoum Trainer: Charles Hills, Lambourn

6 9-11 (62.1) (3) Form: 2110-11 CD Breeder: Ballyphilip Stud

Has won 12 races at 5f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Won when 2-7fav in the Group 2 King George Qatar Stakes at Goodwood over 5f last month, beating Glass Slippers by 2 1/4l, breaking the track record. Easy winner of this race last year; outstanding claims. Official BHA Rating 126 SP: 4-7

2 Emaraaty Ana (11)

B c Shamardal (USA) - Spirit of Dubai (IRE)

Owner: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton

4 9-11 (62.1) (1) Form: 0051-33 C D Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

He has won three times from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground. Third of 8 behind Judicial beaten 3 1/2l at 7-2 on his latest outing at Chester over 6f (good) earlier this month in a Listed heat. Stepping up sharply in grade now and first-time cheekpieces are fitted. Official BHA Rating 104 (-2) SP: 80-1

3 Moss Gill (IRE) (34)

B g No Nay Never (USA) - Sharaarah (IRE)

Owner: G Van Cutsem, J & S Bethell Trainer: James Bethell, Middleham

4 Ornate (21) Owner: Kings Road Racing Partnership Trainer: David C. Griffiths, Bawtry

Form: 210-161 CD Breeder: Camas Park & Lynch Bages

5 A’Ali (IRE) (33)

B or Br c Society Rock (IRE) - Motion Lass

Owner: Shaikh Duaij Al Khalifa Trainer: Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket

Form: 0-03063 D Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Ltd

6 Art Power (IRE) (48) Owner: King Power Racing Co Ltd Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Form: 510-011 D Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud

7 Kurious (66)

Owner: Hot To Trot Racing VI Trainer: Henry Candy, Wantage

Form: 31-111 CD Breeder: Owenstown Bloodstock Ltd

Form: 4/2011-0 D Breeder: Mrs B. A. Matthews

8 Que Amoro (IRE) (34)

4 9-8 (60.8) (6)

Owner: Mr P Appleton & Mrs Anne Elliott Trainer: Michael Dods, Darlington

Form: 4112-13 CD BF Breeder: Rathasker Stud

Winner of five races at 5f on good to firm and good ground. Third of 9 behind Moss Gill beaten 1/2l at 3-1fav over this course and distance (good) last month. Another exciting speedball off the Michael Dods production line but she faces a tough task on these terms. Official BHA Rating 104 SP: 80-1

Silvestre De Sousa

4 9-8 (60.8) (8)

She has won three times at 5f on good to firm and soft ground. Beaten 9l behind Battaash at 33-1 when seventh of 11 on her latest outing in the Group 1 King’s Stand Stakes at Ascot over 5f (good to soft) in June. Needs to demonstrate marked improvement in order to figure. Official BHA Rating 104 SP: 100-1 B f Es Que Love (IRE) - Onomatomania (USA)

William Buick

3 9-9 (61.2) (4)

He has won four times from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to soft to yielding - soft and on the all-weather. Won when 4-6fav in a Group 3 at Naas over 6f (yielding - soft) last month, beating Millisle by 2 1/2l. Very exciting improver who acts well at this track. Official BHA Rating 115 SP: 11-4 B f Kuroshio (AUS) - Easy To Imagine (USA)

Oisin Murphy

3 9-9 (61.2) (5)

Winner of five races at 5f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Won when evens fav in the Group 2 Holden Plant Rentals Sapphire Stakes at Curragh over 5f (good - yielding) last month, beating Make A Challenge by 1l. Improvement needed here but he is progressive. Official BHA Rating 113 SP: 11-1 Gr c Dark Angel (IRE) - Evening Time (IRE)

Daniel Tudhope

7 9-11 (62.1) (2)

Has won eight races at 5f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Third of 7 behind Battaash beaten 2 1/2l at 100-1 in the Group 2 King George Qatar Stakes at Goodwood over 5f (good to firm) last month. Should run his race from the front again. Official BHA Rating 99 SP: 100-1

Andrea Atzeni

4 9-11 (62.1) (7)

Winner of five races at 5f on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather. A winner at 6-1 over this course and distance (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Al Raya by a short head. Likes this track but has plenty to find at the weights. Official BHA Rating 108 SP: 40-1 B g Bahamian Bounty - Adorn

Jim Crowley

Harry Bentley

Paul Mulrennan

ROYAL APPLAUSE ACCLAMATION PRINCESS ATHENA For MACHIAVELLIAN (USA) Sire/Dam MIDNIGHT ANGEL NIGHT AT SEA see INVINCIBLE SPIRIT (IRE) opposite LAWMAN (FR) page LARAMIE (USA) NIGHT SHIFT (USA) PORTELET NOIRMANT GIANT’S CAUSEWAY (USA) For HELSINKI Sire/Dam see opposite CAPE CROSS (IRE) page QUESTINA (FR)

STORM CAT (USA) MARIAH’S STORM (USA) MACHIAVELLIAN (USA) HELEN STREET GREEN DESERT (USA) PARK APPEAL RAINBOW QUEST (USA) SOVIET SQUAW (USA)

SCAT DADDY (USA) For Sire/Dam CAT’S EYE WITNESS (USA) see opposite OASIS DREAM page NIDHAAL (IRE)

JOHANNESBURG (USA) LOVE STYLE (USA) ELUSIVE QUALITY (USA) COMICAL CAT (USA) GREEN DESERT (USA) HOPE (IRE) OBSERVATORY (USA) JEED (IRE)

YOUNG GENERATION CADEAUX GENEREUX SMARTEN UP For BALLAD ROCK CLARENTIA Sire/Dam LAHARDEN see PIVOTAL opposite KYLLACHY page PRETTY POPPY MR PROSPECTOR (USA) RED TIARA (USA) HEART OF JOY (USA) ROCK OF GIBRALTAR (IRE) For Sire/Dam HIGH SOCIETY (IRE) see opposite MOTIVATOR page TARNEEM (USA)

DANEHILL (USA) OFFSHORE BOOM KEY OF LUCK (USA) ELA’S GOLD (IRE) MONTJEU (IRE) OUT WEST (USA) ZILZAL (USA) WILLOWY MOOD (USA)

ROYAL APPLAUSE ACCLAMATION PRINCESS ATHENA For MACHIAVELLIAN (USA) Sire/Dam MIDNIGHT ANGEL NIGHT AT SEA see KENDOR (FR) opposite KELTOS (FR) page LOXANDRA WARNING SHADOW CASTING FANCIFUL (FR) DANEHILL (USA) EXCEED AND EXCEL (AUS) PATRONA (USA) For GONE WEST (USA) Sire/Dam ARCTIC DRIFT (USA) NOVEMBER SNOW (USA) see CARO opposite COZZENE (USA) page RIDE THE TRAILS (USA) DANZIG (USA) ZARANI SIDI ANNA (USA) EMMALINE (USA) DANEHILL (USA) CLODOVIL (IRE) CLODORA (FR) For INCHINOR Sire/Dam ES QUE BELLONA (IRE) see GONE WEST (USA) opposite MR GREELEY (USA) page LONG LEGEND (USA) SEATTLE SLEW (USA) SEATTLE QUEEN (USA) DYNASTY (USA)

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 8............................................................................................(EXACTA) Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 8.

PROBABLE S.P.’S

4-7 Battaash (IRE), 11-4 Art Power (IRE), 11-1 A’Ali (IRE), 40-1 Moss Gill (IRE), 80-1 Emaraaty Ana, Que Amoro (IRE), 100-1 Ornate, Kurious

RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION 1st £141775.................................................................... 2nd £53750.................................................................................. 3rd £26900................................................................... 4th £13400.................................................................................. TIME ................................................................................ DISTANCES........................................................................................

FOURTH RACE BEST TURNED OUT Coolmore have generously given £200 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse and £100 to the groom responsible for the winning horse. All awards will be sent as evouchers in response to the current times.

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BREEDERS’ CUP 2020 The field in the Coolmore Nunthorpe demonstrate the global nature of top class flat racing competition. To further encourage this competition Breeders’ Cup Ltd have offered an attractive incentive to the winner as part of the Breeders’ Cup Challenge Series. The successful sprinter this afternoon, if nominated with Breeders’ Cup, will receive both free entry and a guaranteed start gate in the six and a half furlongs $1m Breeders’ Cup Turf Sprint to be run at Keeneland, Kentucky on Saturday, November 7th. Combined with a travel allowance of $40,000 this is a bonus to US bound connections. Understandably, any travel and quarantine restrictions issued in response to the pandemic will need to be observed. As an indication of how highly the York contest is regarded worldwide, it is the only UK sprint to have been provided with this bonus.

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Racecourses: Beverley, Catterick, Doncaster, Pontefract, Redcar, Ripon, Thirsk, Wetherby & York Goffs UK

National Horseracing College, Doncaster Major Training Centres: Middleham, Malton & Hambleton 57

DOUBLING UP DOWN UNDER

Whilst Australia’s premier racecourse might be more than 10,500 miles from York, operating in a different hemisphere; the links between the Knavesmire and Flemington are actually very close. Not only do the teams at the two venues regularly share best practice but their signature contests are interwoven by the participants. As recently as last year, three thoroughbreds graced both the Sky Bet Ebor and the Lexus Melbourne Cup; with the Charlie Fellowes trained, Prince of Arran, being placed second in “the race that stops the nation” after a top ten finish at York.

Prince of Arran

What’s more, in three of the last four renewals of the Lexus Melbourne Cup the Sky Bet Ebor winner has made the top ten. Though the current Covid-19 crisis will add further to the challenge of doing the double in 2020, there have been a couple of near misses in recent times. Both Heartbreak City in 2016 and Purple Moon in 2007, headed down under as champions to find only one better in their bid for a famous double.

Heartbreak City (r)

Purple Moon (r)

The two courses offer valuable prize money and are widely regarded as a proper test of the racehorse, so it is not easy to land a major prize at either never mind, both. That honour so nearly went the way of Rekindling, who gave Joseph O’Brien a first major success in the Melbourne Cup of that November having been placed fourth in the Al Basti Equiworld Dante Stakes in the northern hemisphere in the May of 2017.

Rekindling

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FUN TIMES REMEMBERED As well as the star horses, the same sense of fun is shared by the occasions that host the feature races. Last year, York Racecourse was honoured to be the only European host to the Lexus Melbourne Cup on its charitable global tour. Over a memorable few days, the unique trophy was the star of numerous racegoers selfies as well as visiting racing yards and the East Yorkshire village that shares its name. Though for many followers on Social media, it was the appearance with the irrepressible Yorkshire Terriers that captured their hearts.

A year later and Cross Counter gave the Godolphin operation their first victory at Flemington, however the Charlie Appleby trailblazer had only managed a close up second on the Knavesmire in the Sky Bet Great Voltigeur of that August. It had been the opposite way around for the recently-retired Max Dynamite in 2015, when the Ricci family owned gelding partnered Frankie Dettori into the York Winner’s Enclosure in the Weatherbys Hamilton Lonsdale Cup, to just miss out in Australia, behind Prince of Penzance. In more than quarter of a century since Vintage Crop so memorably became the first European trained of Melbourne’s big race, only two other raiders have come home with the famous three-handled trophy. Whether any of this week’s champions will join that elite list, only time can tell, but York has certainly been an important part of the career of many who have already come close. How the last decade of Sky Bet Ebor winners fared in the Lexus Melbourne Cup 2019: Mustajeer........................ 22nd 2018: Muntahaa: ...................... 9th 2017: Nakeeta: ......................... 5th 2016: Heartbreak City............ 2nd 2015: Litigant............................ n/a 2014: Mutual Regard.............. 14th 2013: Tiger Cliff........................ n/a 2012: Willing Foe.....................

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5th Race 3.45 The British Stallion Studs EBF Convivial Maiden Stakes (Plus 10 Race)

Distance: 7f Race Type: Maiden Prize Money: £30,000 Age: 2 Stalls: Farside

About Seven Furlongs (1,400 metres) See page 74 for conditions of this race.

RACE DESCRIPTION Still the most valuable maiden in the UK calendar, this race is limited to two-year-old horses that have yet to win a race. All are registered with the European Breeders’ Fund. This means that their sire (father) is based and registered in Europe with the EBF, which is a scheme to encourage the best in bloodstock. This race also qualifies under the Plus 10 bonus scheme. The advice is to rely on your choice of the two ‘p’s, pedigree or pin!

LAST YEAR’S RACE Winner: Molatham Trainer: Roger Varian Jockey: Jim Crowley Age/Weight: 2-9-5 Runners: 14 ran Price: 2/1F Strong market support was justified as Molatham scored on his second racecourse start, battling on on bravely to defeat Celtic Art by a neck in a driving finish.

THE TALE OF THE CLOCK Race Average Time: 1m 24.93s Racing Post Standard Time: 1m 22s Course record: 1m 22.32s by Dutch Connection (20-Aug-14) All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last ten years

RACE FACTS & STATISTICS Leading course trainer (15-20): J Gosden (26 wins from 99 runners, 26%) runs TAWLEED Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A Balding (13 wins from 56 runners, 23%) runs RUSHMORE Longest Traveller: RUSHMORE trained by A Balding, Kingsclere, 216 miles. NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 19th August. Last Winning Winning Runs Racecard 6 Career Total Career Distance Going Since No. Runs Horse Wins Places Runs Winnings Range Range Wins 1 3 BROOMY LAW — 1 1 - — — 2 6 DINGLE — — 1 - — — 3 ENCOUNTER ORDER — — — - — — 4 FAST MEDICINE — — — - — — 5 2 MAXIMAL — 1 1 - — — 6 33 NAVAL CROWN — 2 2 - — — 7 5 RED RIGHT SAND — — 1 - — — 8 RICH DREAM — — — - — — 9 7 RUSHMORE — — 1 - — — 10 2 TAWLEED — 1 1 - — —

KNAVESMIRE TIP NAVAL CROWN displayed plenty of promise when finishing third on his debut at Newmarket in July and he was far from disgraced when third in the Listed Pat Eddery Stakes when last seen. That form was boosted when the fourth won a Listed race at Newbury last weekend and this son of Dubawi should take plenty of beating today. Tawleed will have gone into many a notebook after his debut at Goodwood, while others to note include Broomy Law and Rushmore.

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5th Race 3.45

The British Stallion Studs EBF Convivial Maiden Stakes

Distance: 7f Race Type: Maiden Prize Money: ÂŁ30,000 Age: 2 Stalls: Farside

No Horse st-lb (kgs) Draw

Broomy Law (18)

B c Gleneagles (IRE) - Hooray

Owner: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton

9-5 (59.4) (4)

Jockey: Andrea Atzeni Form: 3 Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Ltd

Foaled 9 Feb. Half-brother to Boost, won twice at 6f and 7f. Third of 9 behind Rhoscolyn beaten 3 1/2l at 17-2 on his racecourse debut at Haydock over 7f (good to firm) earlier this month. That was an encouraging display and he is entitled to improve for the experience. Official BHA Rating - SP: 6-1

2 Dingle (IRE) (42)

B c Footstepsinthesand - Beal Ban (IRE)

Owner: Michael Kerr-Dineen & Martin Hughes Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough

9-5 (59.4) (7)

Jockey: Pat Dobbs Form: 6 Breeder: Natasha Newsome

Foaled 23 Mar. Half-brother to Trinityelitedotcom, won four times at 6f. Finished 4 1/2l behind Youth Spirit when sixth of 9 at 14-1 on his racecourse debut at Newmarket over 7f (soft) last month. Will have to take a step forwards to get off the mark today. Official BHA Rating - SP: 10-1

3 Encounter Order (IRE) (-)

B c Siyouni (FR) - Miss Emma May (IRE)

Owner: Mr Abdulla Al Mansoori Trainer: Ismail Mohammed, Newmarket

9-5 (59.4) (6)

Jockey: Silvestre De Sousa

Form: Breeder: G. B. Partnership

Foaled 19 Feb. Half-brother to Leader Writer, won five times and was Listed-placed over 1m. A 60,000gns purchase at the breeze-up sales last month but he faces a very tough task on his racecourse debut. Official BHA Rating - SP: 50-1

4 Fast Medicine (IRE) (-)

B c Iffraaj - Annie The Doc

Owner: Phoenix Ladies Syndicate Limited Trainer: Peter Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket

9-5 (59.4) (9)

Jockey: Harry Bentley

Form: Breeder: Zalim Bifov

Foaled 13 May. A full-brother to Biraaj, who won three times at 6f and 1m including a Listed race, and he is also a half-brother to the dual 7f Listed winner Lida. Cost connections 200,000 euros last year but a watching brief is advised this afternoon. Official BHA Rating - SP: 14-1

5 Maximal (34)

9-5 (59.4) (3)

er Jockey: nn u Owner: Mr K. Abdullah Form: 2 R ) Trainer: Sir Michael Stoute, Newmarket n Breeder: Juddmonte Farms Ltd g No Goin ( Foaled 3 Mar. Half-brother to Jovial, won twice at 6f. Beaten a nose by Guru when second of 15 at 13-2 on his B c Galileo (IRE) - Joyeuse

racecourse debut at Newbury over 7f (good) last month. Doubtful runner today. Official BHA Rating -

6 Naval Crown (27)

B c Dubawi (IRE) - Come Alive

Owner: Godolphin Trainer: Charlie Appleby, Newmarket

9-5 (59.4) (1)

Jockey: William Buick

Form: 33 BF Breeder: Godolphin

Foaled 5 Feb. Dam won three times at 7f and 1m. Placed in both starts. Third of 10 behind Chindit beaten 3 1/2l at 3-1fav on his latest outing at Ascot over 7f (good to firm) last month. That was a Listed race and he sets a high standard for the others to aim at. Official BHA Rating 93 SP: 6-5

7 Red Right Sand (IRE) (35)

Gr c Footstepsinthesand - Artistica (IRE)

Owner: MORE TURF RACING & MRS E BURKE Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn

SP:

9-5 (59.4) (5)

Jockey: Clifford Lee

Form: 5 Breeder: Artistica Partnership

Foaled 27 Mar. Half-brother to Svea, won at 1m 1f and 1m 2f. Finished 9l behind Rhythm Master when fifth of 7 at 33-1 on his racecourse debut at Haydock over 6f (good to soft) last month. This may prove to be too competitive for him at this stage of his career. Official BHA Rating - SP: 25-1

8 Rich Dream (IRE) (-)

B c Make Believe - Poppetâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lovein

Owner: The Vickers & Clark Racing Partnership Trainer: James Bethell, Middleham

9-5 (59.4) (8)

Jockey: Daniel Tudhope Form: Breeder: Kildaragh Stud

Foaled 21 Feb. Half-brother to Make Time, who won twice at 7f and 1m and was Group 3-placed. From the family of the top-class sprinter Overdose but this 40,000gns purchase looks to be up against it today. Official BHA Rating - SP: 50-1

No Horse st-lb (kgs) Draw

9 Rushmore (34)

9-5 (59.4) (2)

Owner: Qatar Racing Limited Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere

Form: 0 BF Breeder: St Albans Bloodstock LLP

B c Lope de Vega (IRE) - Qushchi

Jockey: Oisin Murphy

Foaled 13 Mar. Half-brother to Mrs. Sippy, won three times between 1m and 1m 4f including a Group 2 race. Beaten 8l behind Guru at 11-4fav when seventh of 15 on his racecourse debut at Newbury over 7f (good) last month. Is likely to have more to offer this afternoon. Official BHA Rating - SP: 8-1

10 Tawleed (IRE) (24)

9-5 (59.4) (10)

B c Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Terhaab (USA)

Owner: Mr Hamdan Al Maktoum Trainer: John Gosden, Newmarket

Jockey: Jim Crowley

Form: 2 Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited

Foaled 2 Apr. Dam won at 6f. Beaten 2 1/4l by Alkumait when second of 9 at 10-1 on his racecourse debut at Goodwood over 6f (good) last month. The experience he gained on that occasion should only help his chances this afternoon and he has to be on the shortlist. Official BHA Rating - SP: 3-1

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 10...........................................................................................(EXACTA)

PROBABLE S.P.’S

6-5 Naval Crown, 3-1 Tawleed (IRE), 6-1 Broomy Law, 8-1 Rushmore, 10-1 Dingle (IRE), 14-1 Fast Medicine (IRE), 25-1 Red Right Sand (IRE), 50-1 Encounter Order (IRE), Rich Dream (IRE)

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Distance: 1m 2f Race Type: Handicap Rating: 81-100 Prize Money: £30,000 Age: 3+ f&m Stalls: Inside Rail

6th Race 4.15 The British Stallion Studs EBF Fillies’ Stakes One Mile, Two Furlongs About 56 Yards (2,000 metres) See page 74 for conditions of this race.

RACE DESCRIPTION A new race to proceedings, so you don’t even have previous trends to help in solving another ticklish handicap, and a competitive all-female handicap at that, again for 3-y-o and older, this time over ten furlongs. The handicap rating band of 85-100 means that it will attract some pretty smart types (like for the equally behind closed doors cricketers, a score of over 100 denotes a top performer). The horse considered by the handicapper as the best will carry the most weight; Chamade today. Look for C (has won at York) or D (has won over this distance) against the horse’s name.

NEW RACE COURSE RECORD HOLDER: SEA THE STARS THE TALE OF THE CLOCK Race Average Time: No corresponding race Racing Post Standard Time: 2m 6.70s Course Record: 2m 5.29s by Sea The Stars (18-Aug-09) All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last seven years

RACE FACTS & STATISTICS Leading course trainer (15-20): R Fahey (42 wins from 595 runners, 7%) runs AL RASMAH Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R Varian (12 wins from 43 runners, 28%) runs ANGEL POWER and WALIYAK Longest Traveller: CHAMADE trained by R Beckett, Kimpton Down, 251 miles. NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 19th August. Last Winning Winning Runs Racecard 6 Career Total Career Distance Going Since No. Runs Horse Wins Places Runs Winnings Range Range Wins 1 01-631 CHAMADE 2 — 5 20281 7-10F G-S 0 2 43-125 VIRGIN SNOW 1 2 5 6728 10F G 2 3 7-116 FIRST KINGDOM 2 — 4 6987 8F S-ST 1 4 3-122 ANGEL POWER 1 3 4 4140 8F ST 2 5 221-22 WALIYAK 1 4 5 3429 9F ST 2 6 4122 ASIAAF 1 2 4 3493 10F G 2 7 18-3825 AL RASMAH 1 1 6 12617 6F G 5 8 165-832 DALANIJUJO 1 2 6 3429 7F G 5

KNAVESMIRE TIP CHAMADE took advantage of a drop in class to score on her handicap debut at Goodwood, getting the better of Waliyak, and, despite a 5lb pull at the weights in favour of the latter, Ralph Beckett’s filly could have more to offer on a softer surface. Virgin Snow has been running with credit at a higher level recently and may benefit from a first-time hood, while Asiaaf cannot be discounted either.

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6th Race 4.15

Distance: Race Type: Prize Money: Age: Stalls:

The British Stallion Studs EBF Fillies’ Stakes No Horse

1m 2f Handicap (81-100) £30,000 3+ f&m Inside Rail

Age st-lb (kgs) Draw

Chamade (23)

3 9-10 (61.7) (5)

B f Sepoy (AUS) - Colima (IRE)

Owner: Mr and Mrs David Aykroyd Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down

Jockey: Harry Bentley Form: 01-631 D Breeder: Mr & Mrs David Aykroyd

Successful at 7f and 1m 2f on good and soft ground. A winner at 22-1 at Goodwood over 1m 2f (good) last month, beating Waliyak by 2 3/4l. There didn’t appear to be a fluke about that performance, having been sent off a big price, and softer ground will be in her favour. Official BHA Rating 101 SP: 5-1

2 Virgin Snow (34)

3 9-7 (60.3) (2)

B f Gleneagles (IRE) - Snow Fairy (IRE)

Owner: Anamoine Ltd Trainer: Ed Dunlop, Newmarket

Jockey: Ryan Moore Form: 43-125 D Breeder: Anamoine Ltd

A winner at 1m 2f on good ground. Finished 3 1/2l behind Cabaletta when fifth of 10 at 11-2 on her latest outing at Newbury over 1m 4f (good) last month. She is wearing a hood for the first time. A well-bred filly who is a player back in handicap company. Official BHA Rating 98 SP: 15-2

3 First Kingdom (IRE) (32)

3 9-1 (57.6) (7)

B f Frankel - Simple Magic (IRE)

Owner: Prince A. A. Faisal Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket

Jockey: Tom Marquand Form: 0-116 Breeder: Nawara Stud Limited

Successful twice at 1m on soft ground and on the all-weather. Finished 2l behind Tickle Me Green when sixth of 12 on her latest outing at Vichy over 1m 2f (soft) last month. Has won at Haydock and Kempton this season. Has to be respected on handicap debut. Official BHA Rating 92 SP: 5-1

4 Angel Power (24)

3 9-0 (57.2) (3)

B f Lope de Vega (IRE) - Burning Rules (IRE)

Owner: King Power Racing Co Ltd Trainer: Roger Varian, Newmarket

Jockey: Silvestre De Sousa

Form: 3-122 BF Breeder: Mrs James Wigan

A winner at 1m on the all-weather. Beaten 1 1/2l by Tomorrow’s Dream when second of 12 at 9-4fav on her latest outing at Goodwood over 1m (good) last month. She remains open to improvement with the step up in trip potentially aiding her cause. Official BHA Rating 91 SP: 9-2

5 Waliyak (FR) (23)

3 8-13 (56.7) (6)

Br f Le Havre (IRE) - Vadariya

Owner: Mr Fawzi Abdulla Nass Trainer: Roger Varian, Newmarket

Jockey: Andrea Atzeni

Form: 221-22 BF Breeder: S. de Moratalla et al

A winner at 1m 1f on the all-weather. Beaten 2 3/4l by Chamade when second of 8 at 13-8fav on her latest outing at Goodwood over 1m 2f (good) last month. The return to a more conventional track might bring her closer to Chamade. Official BHA Rating 90 SP: 5-1

6 Asiaaf (24)

3 8-9 (54.9) (1)

B f New Approach (IRE) - Baqqa (IRE)

Owner: Mr Hamdan Al Maktoum Trainer: Marcus Tregoning, Whitsbury

Jockey: Jim Crowley

Form: 4122 D Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited

A winner at 1m 2f on good ground. Beaten 2l by Believe In Love when second of 12 at 4-1 on her latest outing at Goodwood over 1m 4f (good) last month. The drop in trip appears to be in her favour but she has questions to answer about cut in the ground. Official BHA Rating 86 SP: 7-2

7 Al Rasmah (IRE) (24)

B f Iffraaj - Oeuvre d’Art (IRE)

Owner: Sheikh Juma Dalmook Al Maktoum Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton

3 8-9 (54.9) (8)

Jockey: Paul Hanagan Form: 10-3025 Breeder: Castle Estates

A winner at 6f on good ground. Finished 6l behind Glasses Up when fifth of 9 at 10-1 on her latest outing at Ayr over 1m 2f (soft) last month. She was ridden to get the trip on that occasion and it wouldn’t be a surprise to see more positive tactics utilised. Official BHA Rating 86 SP: 12-1

8 Dalanijujo (IRE) (11)

Ch f Night of Thunder (IRE) - Kiss From A Rose

Owner: Mr C. R. Hirst Trainer: Mick Channon, West Ilsley

3 8-2 (51.7) (4)

Jockey: Joe Fanning Form: 165-032 BF Breeder: Limetree Stud

A winner at 7f on good ground. Beaten 3/4l by Snow Ocean when second of 13 at 10-3fav on her latest outing at Chester over 1m 2f (good) earlier this month. Runs from 1lb out of the handicap. More is required up in class. Official BHA Rating 78 SP: 12-1

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 8............................................................................................(EXACTA) Hood worn first time by No. 2. Blinkers worn by No. 1.

PROBABLE S.P.’S

7-2 Asiaaf, 9-2 Angel Power, 5-1 Chamade, First Kingdom (IRE), Waliyak (FR), 15-2 Virgin Snow, 12-1 Al Rasmah (IRE), Dalanijujo (IRE)

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Distance: 1m Race Type: Handicap Rating: 0-105 Prize Money: £30,000 Age: 3 Stalls: Inside Rail

7th Race 4.50 The Sky Bet Mile About One Mile (1,500 metres) See page 74 for conditions of this race.

RACE DESCRIPTION We end with a handicap, this time for three-year-old horses only going over a mile. Open to 3-y-os rated 0-105, the race will again attract some pretty smart types. The horse at the top will carry the most weight; Visinari today. Picking the winner of the last gives you bragging rights until we do it all again at 1.50pm tomorrow afternoon.

LAST YEAR’S RACE Winner: Pogo (IRE) Trainer: Charles Hills Jockey: Kieran Shoemark Age/Weight: 3-9-3 Runners: 16 ran Price: 12/1 Another exciting finish to a handicap and this time it was the Charlie Hills-trained Pogo who emerged victorious, running down the brave front-running Vitralite in the final strides to win by a neck.

THE TALE OF THE CLOCK Race Average Time: 1m 37.15s Racing Post Standard Time: 1m 35.60s Course record: 1m 34.81s by Concer Un (22-Aug-96) All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last ten years

RACE FACTS & STATISTICS Leading course trainer (15-20): R Fahey (42 wins from 595 runners, 7%) runs DUESENBERG and HARTSWOOD Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A Balding (13 wins from 56 runners, 23%) runs MON CHOIX and RODIN Longest Travellers: MON CHOIX and RODIN trained by A Balding, Kingsclere, 216 miles. NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 19th August. Last Winning Winning Runs Racecard 6 Career Total Career Distance Going Since No. Runs Horse Wins Places Runs Winnings Range Range Wins 1 1344- VISINARI 1 — 4 5175 6F GF 3 2 4113-57 GRAND ROCK 2 — 6 17134 8-9F HV 3 3 4116-14 JOHAN 3 — 6 14749 7-8F G-GS 1 4 333-123 FINEST SOUND 1 5 6 4690 8F GS 2 5 2-212 EASTERN WORLD 1 3 4 3493 8F GF 1 6 61824D OVERWRITE 2 2 10 13132 7-8F GS-GF 4 7 5216-31 HARTSWOOD 2 2 6 13840 7-8F G-GF 0 8 5-23611 MON CHOIX 2 2 8 8183 8F GF 0 9 51-141 BRUNCH 3 — 5 11935 7-8F GF-ST 0 10 2-221 COLD FRONT 1 3 4 3493 7F GS 0 11 1-20 MAGNETISED 1 1 3 3429 7F HV 2 12 12-9512 CLOUD DRIFT 2 3 8 9218 8F GS-GF 1 13 020-414 BLACK CASPIAN 1 1 6 5013 7F GS 1 14 6-51173 LA TRINIDAD 2 1 8 6275 7-8F G-GF 2 15 153-66 DUESENBERG 1 1 5 6469 6F S 4 16 214122 RODIN 2 4 9 8119 5-7F GF-ST 2

KNAVESMIRE TIP Eastern World has done little wrong in four starts thus far and looks sure to give another good account, but FINEST SOUND is 4lb better off for finishing just over two lengths behind Charlie Appleby’s charge last time and he could reverse that form en route to a win in this contest. The Simon & Ed Crisford-trained gelding impressed at both Haydock and Ascot prior to that solid placed effort at Newmarket latest and the demands of this race should be perfect for him. Brunch and Cold Front both arriving in winning form and could feasibly be involved at the business end.

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7th Race 4.50

Distance: 1m Race Type: Handicap (0-105) Prize Money: £30,000 Age: 3 Stalls: Inside Rail

The Sky Bet Mile

No Horse st-lb (kgs) Draw

Visinari (FR) (343)

9-7 (60.3) (8)

Jockey: Ryan Moore Form: 1344Breeder: S.A.R.L. Ecurie Haras de Beauvoir

Gr c Dark Angel (IRE) - Visinada (IRE)

Owner: Mr Rob Ferguson Trainer: Mark Johnston, Middleham

A winner at 6f on good to firm ground. Finished 1 1/2l behind Molatham when fourth of 5 at 3-1 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 7f (good to firm) in September last year. Showed promise behind Pinatubo, Royal Lytham and Molatham and could do even better at three. Official BHA Rating 105 SP: 8-1

2 Grand Rock (IRE) (42)

8-13 (56.7) (9)

B c Acclamation - Miss Gibraltar

Owner: Mr Hussain Alabbas Lootah Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket

Jockey: Daniel Tudhope Form: 4113-50 D Breeder: Peter & Hugh McCutcheon

Successful twice at 1m on heavy ground. Beaten 9l behind Zabeel Champion at 7-1 when seventh of 11 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 1m 2f (soft) last month. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time, but his recent form doesn’t look good enough for this contest. Official BHA Rating 97 SP: 10-1

3 Johan (27)

8-12 (56.2) (3)

B c Zoffany (IRE) - Sandreamer (IRE)

Owner: Jon and Julia Aisbitt Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket

Jockey: James Doyle Form: 4116-14 D Breeder: Jon and Julia Aisbitt

He has won three times from 7f to 1m on good and good to soft ground. Finished 4l behind Tsar when fourth of 8 at 16-5 on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m (good to firm) last month. Far from disgraced there when raised 8lb for his earlier Newbury success on reappearance. Official BHA Rating 96 SP: 10-1

4 Finest Sound (IRE) (41)

8-10 (55.3) (4)

B g Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Amplifier

Owner: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum Trainer: Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket

Jockey: Andrea Atzeni

Form: 333-123 D Breeder: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum

A winner at 1m on good to soft ground. Third of 10 behind Establish beaten 2 1/4l at 5-2 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 1m (good) last month. Runner-up in the Britannia prior to that and a likely strong pace in this contest would really play to his strengths. Official BHA Rating 94 SP: 6-1

5 Eastern World (IRE) (41)

8-10 (55.3) (15)

Ch c Dubawi (IRE) - Eastern Joy

Owner: Godolphin Trainer: Charlie Appleby, Newmarket

Jockey: William Buick

Form: 2-212 D BF Breeder: Godolphin

A winner at 1m on good to firm ground. Beaten 1/2l by Establish when second of 10 at 11-5fav on his latest outing at Newmarket over 1m (good) last month. That was a really good effort on handicap debut and he will surely prove capable of winning races off a mark of 94. Official BHA Rating 94 SP: 7-1

6 Overwrite (IRE) (6)

8-8 (54.4) (16)

Ro c Zebedee - Negotiate

Owner: Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Al Maktoum Trainer: Mark Johnston, Middleham

Jockey: Joe Fanning

Form: 610242 D Breeder: Mrs H. M. Smith & James Murtagh

Successful at 7f and 1m on good to firm and good to soft ground. Beaten by Tempus when 1st but disqualified and placed 2nd of 8 at 13-2 on his latest outing at Newbury over 1m (good to soft) earlier this month. Rolled around under pressure there and that is a worry. Official BHA Rating 92 (+1) SP: 10-1

7 Hartswood (27)

8-8 (54.4) (5)

Jockey: Paddy Mathers Form: 5216-31 CD Breeder: D. Lancaster-Smith & Moreton Manor Stud

B g Garswood - Nihal (IRE)

Owner: Percy / Green Racing 2 Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton

Successful at 7f and 1m on good to firm and good ground. Won on his latest outing when 5-2fav over this course and distance (good) last month, beating Tadleel by 1 1/4l. Enjoyed the step up to a mile there, finding plenty in the final furlong, and he can’t be dismissed. Official BHA Rating 92 SP: 8-1

8 Mon Choix (14)

B g Pivotal - Privacy Order

Owner: Abdulla Ali Al-Thani Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere

8-7 (54.0) (10)

Jockey: Oisin Murphy Form: 5-23611 D Breeder: Jointsense Limited

Successful twice at 1m on good to firm ground. Won on his latest outing when 10-11fav at Sandown over 1m (good to firm) earlier this month, beating Delicate Kiss by 4 1/2l. On a hat-trick after two easy successes, but unproven on good or slower ground and this is tougher. Official BHA Rating 91 SP: 12-1

No Horse st-lb (kgs) Draw

9 Brunch (26)

8-7 (54.0) (2)

B g Harbour Watch (IRE) - Granola

Owner: Mrs F. Denniff Trainer: Michael Dods, Darlington

Jockey: Callum Rodriguez Form: 51-141 C D Breeder: Denniff Farms Ltd

He has won three times from 7f to 1m on good to firm ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 7-1 here over 7f (good to firm) on his latest outing last month, beating Jumaira Bay by a short head. Up 6lb for that effort but another big run looks on the cards. Official BHA Rating 91 SP: 10-1

10 Cold Front (35)

8-7 (54.0) (11)

B c Lope de Vega (IRE) - Cloud Line

Owner: Lael Stable Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket

Jockey: Tom Marquand

Form: 2-221 Breeder: Lael Stables

Won on his latest outing when 4-6fav at Haydock over 7f (good to soft) last month, beating Raaed by 4l, his first success from four starts. Upped in trip for his handicap debut and a mark of 91 doesn’t look beyond him. Merits a place on the shortlist. Official BHA Rating 91 SP: 8-1

11 Magnetised (22)

8-3 (52.2) (7)

Jockey: Harry Bentley Form: 1-20 BF Breeder: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum

B c Shamardal (USA) - Princess Nada

Owner: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum Trainer: Roger Varian, Newmarket

A winner at 7f on heavy ground. Well beaten at 5-2fav behind Junkanoo when 10th of 11 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 1m 2f last month. Something looked amiss that day and it’s possibly too soon to be writing him off. A tongue-tie is now fitted for the first time. Official BHA Rating 87 SP: 10-1

12 Cloud Drift (12)

8-2 (51.7) (14)

B g Toronado (IRE) - Humdrum

Owner: The Queen Trainer: Michael Bell, Newmarket

Jockey: Silvestre De Sousa

Form: 12-0512 D BF Breeder: The Queen

Successful twice at 1m on good to firm and good to soft ground. Beaten 1 1/4l by Itkaann when second of 7 at 9-4fav on his latest outing at Salisbury over 1m (good to firm) earlier this month. Upped in class today so obviously needs more. Official BHA Rating 86 (+3) SP: 16-1

13 Black Caspian (IRE) (26)

8-0 (50.8) (12)

B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Catch The Sea (IRE)

Owner: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton

Jockey: Jimmy Quinn

Form: 020-414 C Breeder: Al Wasmiyah Farm

A winner at 7f on good to soft ground. Finished 3 1/2l behind Brunch when fourth of 14 at 6-1 on his latest outing here over 7f (good to firm) last month. A winner here the time before, so clearly likes the place, and should give another good account. Official BHA Rating 84 SP: 20-1

14 La Trinidad (26)

8-0 (50.8) (1)

B g Bated Breath - High Drama (IRE)

Owner: Mrs D. W. Davenport Trainer: Roger Fell, Nawton

Jockey: James Sullivan

Form: 6-51103 D Breeder: Exors of the Late Mr O. J. Williams

Successful at 7f and 1m on good to firm and good ground. Third of 14 behind Brunch beaten 2 1/4l at 33-1 on his latest outing here over 7f (good to firm) last month. Ran a blinder last time and can’t be ruled out, despite running from 1lb out of the handicap. Official BHA Rating 83 SP: 25-1

15 Duesenberg (IRE) (13)

8-0 (50.8) (6)

Jockey: Andrew Mullen Form: 153-66 Breeder: Bridgetown Stud & Trickledown Stud

B g Elzaam (AUS) - Alabama Grace (IRE)

Owner: Mr Aidan J. Ryan Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton

A winner at 6f on soft ground. Finished 8l behind Laser Show when sixth of 7 at 10-1 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 1m (good to firm) earlier this month. Runs from 3lb out of the handicap and looks to have plenty on his plate. Official BHA Rating 81 SP: 33-1

16 Rodin (20)

B c Mayson - Moon Goddess

Owner: The Pink Hat Racing Partnership Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere

8-0 (50.8) (13)

Jockey: Raul Da Silva Form: 214122 Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Ltd

Successful at 5f and 7f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 1 3/4l by Karibana when second of 6 at 11-2 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 7f (good to firm) earlier this month. Runs from 4lb out of the handicap and could struggle to land a blow. Official BHA Rating 80 SP: 33-1

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 16...........................................................................................(EXACTA) Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2. Visor worn by No. 12. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 13. STEWARDS NOTE MAGNETISED: Following its run on 30/7/2020 it was reported that the trainer suspected a breathing problem. BLACK CASPIAN: Following its run on 26/7/2020 it was reported that the horse hung right handed under pressure.

PROBABLE S.P.’S

6-1 Finest Sound (IRE), 7-1 Eastern World (IRE), 8-1 Visinari (FR), Hartswood, Cold Front, 10-1 Grand Rock (IRE), Johan, Overwrite (IRE), Brunch, Magnetised, 12-1 Mon Choix, 16-1 Cloud Drift, 20-1 Black Caspian (IRE), 25-1 La Trinidad, 33-1 Duesenberg (IRE), Rodin

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PUZZLE CORNER ANSWERS Guess Who? The late David ‘Dandy’ Nicholls, who won the Coolmore Nunthorpe with Ya Malak and Bahamian Bounty. Who Am I? Sharpo York’s Racing Challenge 1. 2017 saw Marsha and Luke Morris pip Frankie Dettori’s Lady Aurelia in the shadow of the post, while Alpha Delphini stuck his nose out in front of Mabs Cross in the 2018 renewal, Graham Lee getting the better of Tom Eaves on that occasion. 2. Godolphin’s Blue Point was the Gimcrack winner of 2016 and his Group 1 double at this year’s Royal Ascot gave trainer Charlie Appleby trophies for the King’s Stand and the Diamond Jubilee. 3. The previous 5f track record was held by the great Dayjur, also owned by Hamdan Al Maktoum, and stood at 56.16s before Battaash’s 55.90s broke new ground. His trainer was Dick Hern and he was ridden that day in 1990 by Willie Carson. 4. Further Flight (1992 & 93) and Opinion Poll (2010 & 11) were the other two consecutive winners, while the three other horses to have regained their titles after losing them were Double Eclipse (1995 & 97), Celeric (1996 & 99) and the great Persian Punch (1998 & 2001). 5. A – Dark Jedi (1.45pm), B - Who Dares Wins (2.15pm), C - Cold Front (4.50pm), D - (Mount) Rushmore (3.45pm), E - Koeman (1.45pm)

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Today’s Race Conditions FIRST RACE 1.45 - The Sky Bet Stakes (Class 2 Handicap) (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £18675 to the winning horse The second to receive £5592, the third £2796, the fourth £1398, the fifth £699 and the sixth £351. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, August 15th and pay £150 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 19th. Lowest weight 8st; Highest weight not less than 9st 10lb Penalties, after August 8th, 2020, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. SKY BET has generously sponsored this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of SKY BET. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 31 entries at £150. - Closed August 15th, 2020. Owners Prize Money Winner £14568; Second £4869; Third £2433; Fourth £1218; Fifth £609; Sixth £303 Penalty Value: £18675 Weights raised 4lbs and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS For race details see page 19. SECOND RACE 2.15 - The Weatherbys Hamilton Lonsdale Cup (Class 1) (Group 2) (British Champions Series) (CLASS 1) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £56710 to the winning horse The second to receive £21500, the third £10760, the fourth £5360, the fifth £2690 and the sixth £1350. for three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, August 15th and pay £1000 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 19th. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 8st 5lb; fillies 8st 2lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 9st 3lb; fillies 9st Penalties, after 2019, a winner of a Group 1 race 3lb. WEATHERBYS HAMILTON has generously sponsored this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of WEATHERBYS HAMILTON. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. PLEASE NOTE: The two mile start is in the home straight. 10 entries at £1000. - Closed August 15th, 2020. Owners Prize Money Winner £44560; Second £18290; Third £9150; Fourth £4570; Fifth £2290; Sixth £1140 Penalty Value: £56710 A SS For race details see page 33. THIRD RACE 2.45 - The Al Basti Equiworld Dubai Gimcrack Stakes (Class 1) (Group 2) (CLASS 1) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £56710 to the winning horse The second to receive £21500, the third £10760, the fourth £5360, the fifth £2690 and the sixth £1350. for two yrs old colts and geldings only. Enter by noon, August 15th and pay £1000 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 19th. Weights: 9st each Penalties, a winner of a Group 1 or Group 2 race 3lb. AL BASTI EQUIWORLD has generously sponsored this race. Declarations to run for this race must be made by 10.00 a.m. on Wednesday 19 August and declarations of riders must be made by 1.00 p.m. on Wednesday 19 August. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of AL BASTI EQUIWORLD. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 17 entries at £1000. - Closed August 15th, 2020. Owners Prize Money Winner £44560; Second £18290; Third £9150; Fourth £4570; Fifth £2290; Sixth £1140 Penalty Value: £56710 A SS For race details see page 43. FOURTH RACE 3.15 - The Coolmore Nunthorpe Stakes (Class 1) (Group 1) (British Champions Series) (CLASS 1) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £141775 to the winning horse The second to receive £53750, the third £26900, the fourth £13400, the fifth £6725 and the sixth £3375. for two yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, August 15th and pay £5000 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 19th. Weights: 2-y-o colts and geldings 8st 1lb; fillies 7st 12lb 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st 9lb; fillies 9st 6lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 9st 11lb; fillies 9st 8lb NOTE: In the event that a two-year-old filly is declared for this race, all weights will be raised by 2lb at the 48-Hour Declaration Stage. NOTE: Horses will only be eligible to run in this race provided that they have a current BHA Handicap Rating of 80 or higher at closing. Horses which do not qualify for a rating may also be eligible providing the BHA Handicapper is satisfied that the horse’s racecourse performances up to and including the day before entries close merit a provisional assessment of 80 or higher. Horses which have not run will not be eligible.. COOLMORE has generously sponsored this race. Declarations to run for this race must be made by 10.00 a.m. on Wednesday 19 August and declarations of riders must be made by 1.00 p.m. on Wednesday 19 August. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of COOLMORE. The sponsorship payment of £1000 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. The Coolmore Nunthorpe Stakes is part of the Breeders’ Cup Challenge Race Programme for 2020. See Breeders’ Cup website for details. 10 entries at £5000. - Closed August 15th, 2020. Owners Prize Money Winner £111400; Second £45725; Third £22875; Fourth £11425; Fifth £5725; Sixth £2850 Penalty Value: £141775 A SS For race details see page 53. FIFTH RACE 3.45 - The British Stallion Studs EBF Convivial Maiden Stakes (Class 2) (Plus 10 Race) (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £18675 to the winning horse The second to receive £5592, the third £2796, the fourth £1398, the fifth £699 and the sixth £351. for maiden two yrs old, which are E.B.F. eligible. Enter by noon, August 15th and pay £150 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 19th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 5lb; fillies 9st. THE EBF has generously sponsored this race. THE TRUSTEES OF THE BRITISH EUROPEAN BREEDERS’ FUND have kindly contributed £10000 towards the prize money for this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of EBF. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 20 entries at £150. - Closed August 15th, 2020. Owners Prize Money Winner £14568; Second £4869; Third £2433; Fourth £1218; Fifth £609; Sixth £303 Penalty Value: £18675 A SS For race details see page 61. SIXTH RACE 4.20 - The British Stallion Studs EBF Fillies’ Stakes (Class 2 Handicap) (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £18675 to the winning horse The second to receive £5592, the third £2796, the fourth £1398, the fifth £699 and the sixth £351. 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). £150 stake if the horse is rated 81 or higher, or £30 stake if the horse is rated 80 or lower with £120 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 19th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 3-y-o 8st 2lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 7lb Penalties, after August 8th, 2020, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. THE EBF has generously sponsored this race. THE TRUSTEES OF THE BRITISH EUROPEAN BREEDERS’ FUND have kindly contributed £10000 towards the prize money for this race. 14 entries, 2 at £30 and 12 at £150. - Closed August 15th, 2020. Owners Prize Money Winner £14568; Second £4869; Third £2433; Fourth £1218; Fifth £609; Sixth £303 Penalty Value: £18675 SS For race details see page 65. SEVENTH RACE 4.50 - The Sky Bet Mile (Class 2 Handicap) (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £18675 to the winning horse The second to receive £5592, the third £2796, the fourth £1398, the fifth £699 and the sixth £351. for three yrs old only, Rated 0-105. Enter by noon, August 15th and pay £150 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 19th. Lowest weight 8st; Highest weight not less than 9st 7lb Penalties, after August 8th, 2020, for each race won 6lb. SKY BET has generously sponsored this race. 30 entries at £150. - Closed August 15th, 2020. Owners Prize Money Winner £14568; Second £4869; Third £2433; Fourth £1218; Fifth £609; Sixth £303 Penalty Value: £18675 SS For race details see page 69. 74

2019 European Champion 2YO Filly Millisle won the Ballyogan Stakes-Gr.3 at Naas on July 22nd for Jessica Harrington & owner/breeder Stonethorn Stud Farms

Aloha Star won the Airlie Stud Stakes-Gr.2 at the Curragh on July 19th for Fozzy Stack & David Keoghan & partners. Bred by Mr Patrick Beirne Jnr.

Dickiedooda won the Listed Coolmore Caravaggio Tipperary Stakes at Cork on July 12th for Jessica Harrington & Alpha Racing. Bred by Mylestown Farms.

THREE OUTSTANDING RACEHORSES WITH A COMBINED

13 GROUP 1 WINS First crop yearlings selling soon! CHURCHILL European Champion 2YO and dual Classic-winning miler by GALILEO HIGHLAND REEL Top class 2YO and 7-time Gr.1 winner by GALILEO CARAVAGGIO Brilliantly fast Gr.1 winner at 2 and 3 by SCAT DADDY

Contact: Coolmore Stud Tel: +353-52-6131298. Castlehyde Stud Tel: +353-25-31966. E-mail: sales@coolmore.ie Website: www.coolmore.com

York Racecard - 21-08-2020 - Welcome To Yorkshire Ebor Festival Day 3

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Today’s Race Conditions

Big Race Trends: The Coolmore Nunthorpe

Fact File: The Coolmore Nunthorpe

Legends Racing: The Coolmore Nunthorpe

Puzzle Answers

Fact File: The Al Basti Equiworld Gimcrack

Knavesmire Legends: Rock Of Gibraltar

Big Race Trends: The Al Basti Equiworld Gimcrack

Lords, Musicians, Natives & Almost a Lady: The Coolmore Nunthorpe

Portrait of a Winner

Fact File: The Weatherbys Hamilton Lonsdale Cup

Big Race Trends: The Weatherbys Hamilton Lonsdale Cup

Bloodstock Heroes: Coolmore

Welcome to York Races

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Living North Top Jockey at York

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