A very warm welcome to everyone joining us today at Chepstow Racecourse for our Flat Season Finale. We are delighted to share an afternoon of thrilling, competitive racing with you. At our last meeting on 25th August, Some Nightmare, owned by Mrs. S. M. Maine, Mr Roger Gould & Partner, and trained by John O’Shea, stormed to victory here at Chepstow. That win marked his sixth flat victory at Chepstow, a fantastic achievement. Finishing second was Connie’s Rose, who has also notched up six flat wins at Chepstow Both now sit just one win behind the all-time record of seven Chepstow flat wins, held since 2015 by Peak Storm, another John O’Shea-trained horse, owned by Pete Smith & The Cross Racing Club. Both Some Nightmare and Connie’s Rose have declared to run today so will we see history made this afternoon?
A special thank you goes to our loyal sponsor, David Lucas Bookmakers. We are truly grateful for your generous support and we look forward to watching your sponsored races unfold later today. David Lucas Bookmakers sponsored the opening flat meeting of the season here at Chepstow back in May, and it’s great to welcome them back to close the season with us here today. We’d also like to extend our appreciation to the owners and trainers joining us today and all throughout the season. We are extremely grateful for your continued support of our racecourse and look forward to watching your runners in action today.
As you may have seen that we have announced our fixtures for 2026. We’re thrilled to have secured a very special Centenary Fixture on Sunday, 9th August. This landmark event will celebrate 100 years of racing at Chepstow We’ll be making many more announcements in due course about the day itself, along with a series of exciting celebrations planned across the year. For any queries, or to donate any memorabilia to us for the 100th year celebration please contact us on centenary@chepstow-racecourse.co.uk
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birthplace of horse if not Great Britain
horse’s name
form guide
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1 TOP COP (12) 050322
/=new season
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CD=course & distance winner
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B g Acclamation - Speed Cop
6 9-7 (11)
Matthew Cosham (3) South Wales Argus & Chepstow Racing Club
Ronald Harris, Chepstow Br Littleton Stud
Ron Harris Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest strike-rate (2-47) but has posted solid efforts in sprint handicaps here and at Ffos Las recently Remains on a workable mark and ought to make his presence felt once again. TFR HHHHI BHA55
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor S Br
Star Ratings Explained
Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below:
HHHHH Selected to win the race
HHHHI Good chance of being placed.
HHHII By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims
HHIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope. HIIII Can be given little or no chance.
OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS EXPLAINED
The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of 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 nonhandicaps 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 For novice steeple chasers, the latest hurdle race rating may be shown until such time as the Handicappers allot a separate steeple chase rating Such ratings are prefixed by the letter h.
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10-12 OCTOBER
FIRST RACE 2.00
ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS (7F ABT 16YDS) FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE WHY BET ELSEWHERE, DAVID LUCAS BOOKMAKERS APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund £8000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3303, 2nd £1652, 3rd £826, 4th £413, 5th £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) A SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): J G O’Shea (21 wins from 157 runners, 13%) runs PUNCHBOWL FLYER TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Channon (4 wins from 21 runners, 19%) runs BRECON BEACONS
WEIGHTWATCHER: MARLAY PARK won off a handicap mark of 79, his rating is now down 8lb to 71.
LONGEST TRAVELLER: REDDEEF trained by M Keady, Newmarket, 195 miles.
MARLAY PARK, now on a career-low mark, showed enough at Brighton to think he can win in this grade so he’s selected in the hope he can brush aside a lacklustre run at Epsom last time JR Climbs put in his best effort of the season when second at Haydock and he’s a danger on that form, with Excellent Echo also of interest
B or Br g Cable Bay (IRE) - Lovers’ Vows Alec Voikhansky
Inside Track Racing Club Jim Boyle, Epsom Br Highclere Stud & Jake Warren Ltd Jim Boyle Racing TIMEFORMVIEW Turned in best effort of the season when second at Brighton (9/1) last month in first-time hood. Failed to build on that when fourth of 7 in handicap at Epsom (7/2) 18 days ago, dwelling at the start and never threatening This
2 DAKOTA POWER (GB) (65) 2-06035 D BF 6 9-13 (1)
B g Aclaim (IRE) - Vivid Blue Fred Daly (5)
Mr Roger Teal Roger Teal, Lambourn
Br Suzi Pritchard-Jones Borras Construction Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to form with a third at Ffos Las (7.4f) in June after a poor spell. Fifth of 12 in handicap back there a week later, not ideally placed Looks capable of running well back from a break TFRHHHII BHA69
3 EXCELLENT ECHO (GB) (41) 04-0031 D
B g Due Diligence (USA) - Fleeting Echo
P. J. & Mrs J. P. Haycock
3 9-12 (4)
Ben Ffrench Davis (3)
Dominic Ffrench Davis, Lambourn
Br P J. Haycock High View Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a 6-runner 7f handicap at Leicester (5/1) 41 days ago, coming from last to first, having previously finished third of 10 at this C&D. Capable of further progress now he’s learnt to settle better TFRHHHHI BHA72
4 JR CLIMBS (IRE) (24) 4-00042
B g Inns of Court (IRE) - Hello Brigette (IRE)
Mr B Mould & Partner
3 9-12 (2)
Millie Wonnacott (3)
David Evans, Abergavenny
Br Tally-Ho Stud Emma Evans Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Low-key start to the campaign but more like it of late, second of 12 in 7f handicap at Haydock Park (12/1) 24 days ago, prominent throughout and led over 1f out before headed in closing stages. Back up 3lb but he should be a factor TFRHHHHI BHA72
5 REDDEEF (IRE) (19) 20-6440
3 9-9 (5)
B g Blue Point (IRE) - Liberating Jack Dace (3)
Apollo Horses VI
Br Airlie Stud & Mrs S. M. Rogers
Michael Keady, Newmarket
TIMEFORM VIEW Shown fair form in handicaps, respectable seventh of 11 at Windsor (33/1) 19 days ago with tongue tie fitted starting out for new trainer Back in trip TFRHHHII BHA69
6 BRECON BEACONS (GB) (82) 500
B f Pinatubo (IRE) - Royal Ffanci
Rose Dawes (3)
Hunscote Stud Limited Jack Channon, West Ilsley
Br Hunscote Stud Limited
Jack Channon Racing Limited
TIMEFORMVIEW Modest form at best in novice/maiden races, most recently seventh of 8 at Newbury (40/1) 82 days ago, when raced freely and dropped away Makes handicap debut from a stiff-looking mark TFRHHIII BHA68
7 PUNCHBOWL FLYER (IRE) (8) 46-2513 C
B g Dream Ahead (USA) - All On Red (IRE) Jay Mackay (7) The Cross Racing Club John O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn
Br Castle Estates Ltd Tote
1-2-3: 1.MARLAY PARK 2.JR CLIMBS (IRE) 3.EXCELLENT ECHO
Total prize fund £6800 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2902, 2nd £1450, 3rd £726, 4th £362. (Penalty Value £3672) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Evans (17 wins from 113 runners, 15%) runs ALICE’S INFLUENCE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Hannon (6 wins from 56 runners, 11%) runs HOE BENHAM
LONGEST TRAVELLER: CRAZY DIAMOND trained by J Channon, West Ilsley, 114 miles.
ZABEEL FLOWER made a short-price favourite pull out all the stops at Lingfield a month ago and with the promise of more to come, she’ll be very hard to beat. Quiescent is a threat on her debut form, while newcomer Crazy Diamond makes some appeal on paper.
1.ZABEEL FLOWER (IRE) 2.QUIESCENT 3.CRAZY DIAMOND
1 QUIESCENT (GB) (33) 20
9-2 (7)
B f Pinatubo (IRE) - Stay Silent (IRE) Faleh Bughenaim
Wathnan Racing Hamad Al Jehani, GB
Br Promenade Bloodstock Limited Damsa Holding Company W.L.L
TIMEFORMVIEW Shaped well amidst greenness when second on July’s debut at Newmarket. 4/1, not in the same form when seventh of 13 in maiden at Goodwood (7f, good to soft) 33 days ago. This looks an easier assignment. TFRHHHHI BHA-
2 VALKYRIE STORM (GB) (19) 5
Ch f Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Hail Shower (IRE)
9-2 (1)
Charles Bishop
Hunscote Stud Limited Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury
Br Hunscote Stud Limited ABM Catering Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Sent off just 4/1 and showed a bit despite not achieving a massive amount when fifth of 8 in maiden at Salisbury (7f, good) on debut 19 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA-
3 ZABEEL FLOWER (IRE) (29) 2
B f Ardad (IRE) - Queen of Zabeel (IRE)
9-2 (3)
Finley Marsh
Mr Jaber Abdullah Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn
Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Promising sort Second of 9 in maiden at Lingfield (7f, good to firm, 17/2) on debut 29 days ago. Chance is there for all to see with prospect of more to come TFRHHHHH BHA-
4 CRAZY DIAMOND (GB) (-) (2lb)
Gr f Cracksman - Silver Games (IRE)
David Kilburn, Mrs Corbett, Chris Wright
9-0 (8)
Edward Greatrex
Jack Channon, West Ilsley
Br Stratford Place Stud Stratford Place Stud
TIMEFORMVIEW Foaled March 20 Cracksman filly Half-sister to several winners, including useful 6f winner Chocoya and winner up to 7.4f Gressington. Dam winner up to 1m (2-y-o 7f winner) TFRHHHHI BHA-
5 GRIMESE’S SPECIAL (IRE) (-) (2lb)
B f Nando Parrado - Cafetiere
J A Grimes, C Lacey, G Lacey & Partner
9-0 (6)
William Cox
J. S. Moore, Upper Lambourn
Br Ballyphilip Stud Tote
TIMEFORMVIEW Foaled January 28 Nando Parrado filly Half-sister to 7.5f-1 1/4m winner Marboot and winner up to 1 1/4m Anniemation. TFRHHHII BHA-
6 HOE BENHAM (GB) (14) (2lb) 06
B f Dream Ahead (USA) - Promising (IRE)
Denford Stud
Br Denford Stud Ltd
(4)
Alec Voikhansky (3)
Richard Hannon, Marlborough
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden 50/1, sixth of 8 in novice at Kempton (8f) 14 days ago. TFRHIIII BHA-
7 ALICE’S INFLUENCE (GB) (42) (4lb) 0
8-12 (5)
B f Massaat (IRE) - Ceedwell Darragh Keenan
Richard Kent & Richard & Pam Dawson
Br Miss Nell Kent & Miss Sophie Bates
David Evans, Abergavenny
Emma Evans Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW 40/1, last of 11 in maiden at Wolverhampton (7.2f) on debut 42 days ago, very slowly away TFRHIIII BHA-
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THIRD RACE 3.10
ABOUT ONE MILE (8F ABT 14YDS) FOR TWO YRS OLD
THE CRUISING AROUND WITH STEVE & MARY NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
Total prize fund £6600 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2725, 2nd £1363, 3rd £681, 4th £341, 5th £170. (Penalty Value £3454.44) Weights raised 4lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): R Millman (16 wins from 108 runners, 15%) runs DEMETRIS MOUFLON TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Millman (6 wins from 20 runners, 30%) runs DEMETRIS MOUFLON LONGEST TRAVELLER: REJJIEN trained by D Loughnane, Tern Hill, 128 miles.
REJJIEN showed much-improved form when narrowly beaten over 7f here last time and with 1m promising to suit, she could be the way to go Torbay is a previous winner and may offer most resistance.
1 TORBAY (GB) (22) 06013
B g Cable Bay (IRE) - Ortiz Charles Bishop
Mr Paul G. Jacobs
Emma Lavelle, Marlborough
Br Mr Paul Jacobs Hatherden Horse Transport TIMEFORMVIEWWon a weak 3-runner nursery at Ffos Las (7f) 55 days ago after showing little in maidens. Third of 8 at Kempton Park (3/1) 22 days ago, first run after being gelded and now back on turf TFRHHHHI BHA56
2 US OFFICER (GB) (30) 0460
B c Land Force (IRE) - Alpine Mistral (IRE)
Empire State Racing Partnership 2
Br Cover and Carry Limited
9-8 (4)
William Cox
Tom Dascombe, Lambourn
Route Agency Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Struggled in maidens before coming last of 7 in nursery debut at Chester (18/1) 30 days ago, running badly with cheekpieces fitted. Visor now the headgear of choice upped in trip TFRHHHII BHA55
3 BLUE JAMMIN (IRE) (4) 000503
B g Sands of Mali (FR) - Tintern
9-3 (5)
Edward Greatrex
Muir Racing Partnership - Epsom Downs William Muir & Chris Grassick, Lambourn
Br J & J Waldron Fitzdares Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWHasn’t shown much in six career starts not looking the easiest of rides when third of 5 in handicap at Salisbury (4/1) 4 days ago, hanging left in final furlong and not persevered with once held TFRHHHII BHA50
4 DEMETRIS MOUFLON (GB) (11) 004
9-2 (1)
Ch f Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Achianna (USA) Lewis Edmunds
Mr Harry Demetriou Rod Millman, Cullompton
Br Harry Demetriou Millman Racing Club, Rod Millman Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to show any ability in three novice races, finishing last of 4 at Ffos Las (66/1) 11 days ago. Nurseries are at least more suitable. TFRHHIII BHA49
5 REJJIEN (IRE) (39) 0602
Gr f Gregorian (IRE) - Star In The Making
Mrs T Burns & Mrs S Loughnane
8-13 (2)
William Pyle (3)
David Loughnane, Tern Hill
Br Rathasker Stud Dave Loughnane Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWShowed limited ability in maiden/novice starts but much more like it when narrowly beaten (by a nose) into second of 5 in nursery debut at this course (7f) 39 days ago, forcing the winner to pull out all the stops. Capable of winning a small race of this nature on that evidence with 1m in range. TFRHHHHH BHA46
2024: BRACKLESHAM BAY (IRE) 2 9 6 William Carver 11-4 (Jamie Osborne) 7 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 5
Visor worn first time by No. 2.
Stewards Note:
TORBAY: Following its run on 11/8/2025 it was reported that the horse was awkward round the bend. DEMETRIS MOUFLON: Following its run on 22/8/2025 it was reported that the horse ran green.
REJJIEN: Following its run on 25/7/2025 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.
Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Torbay (GB), 5-2 Rejjien (IRE), 7-2 Us Officer (GB), 5-1 Blue Jammin (IRE), 18-1 Demetris Mouflon (GB)
ABOUT SIX FURLONGS (6F ABT 16YDS) FOR MAIDEN THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE TREBLE ODDS L15S AT DAVID LUCAS MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £7200 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3072, 2nd £1536, 3rd £768, 4th £384. (Penalty Value £3888) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): G Harris (11 wins from 164 runners, 7%) runs A ROSE ADAAY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Teal (3 wins from 14 runners, 21%) runs FREDDIE’S STAR
LONGEST TRAVELLER: PICKERING CASTLE trained by D M Simcock, Newmarket, 195 miles.
PETER THE WOLF sets the clear standard on several pieces of form so this looks a great chance to shed his maiden status Pickering Castle is the obvious alternative.
1 FREDDIE’S STAR (IRE) (-)
B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Freddie’s Girl (USA)
Lewis Edmunds Homecroft Wealth Racing Roger Teal, Lambourn
Br Mrs Anne Cowley Homecroft Wealth
TIMEFORMVIEW 7,000 gns 3-y-o, Starspangledbanner gelding Half-brother to several winners, including smart winner up to 1m Tip Two Win and useful 7f winner Caragio. Dam 5f/6f winner TFRHHHII BHA-
2 PETER THE WOLF (GB) (33) 6-33520
Ch g Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Starbotton
3 9-7 (1)
Edward Greatrex
Jim and Claire Limited Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn
Br Little Park Farm 1Account Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful gelding Remains a maiden after 10 Flat runs. Cheekpieces on for first time, seventh of 10 in handicap (11/1) at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 33 days ago. Sets the bar pretty high on his best form TFRHHHHH BHA80
3 PICKERING CASTLE (GB) (31) 632-322
B g Cityscape - Primrose Valley
Mr A. M. Pickering
Br Alan Pickering CBE
3 9-7 (5)
Jack Dace (5)
David Simcock, Newmarket
David Simcock Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Fair gelding. 10/3, good second of 11 in maiden at Lingfield (7f, good) 31 days ago, no match for winner Fairly consistent and another runner-up placing would come as no surprise TFRHHHHI BHA72
4 SUZIE’S STAR (GB) (-)
B m Pastoral Pursuits - Elusive Sue (USA)
5 9-4 (3)
Millie Wonnacott (5)
Ms F. Davey Polly Gundry, Ottery St Mary
Br Margaret Lingwood
TIMEFORM VIEW Pastoral Pursuits mare Half-sister to 7f winner Sir Reginald Brown. Dam winner up to 7f (2-y-o 6f winner) TFRHHIII BHA-
5 A
ROSE ADAAY
(GB) (20) 06
B f Adaay (IRE) - La Donacella
Paul & Ann de Weck
Br Ms Vivienne O’Sullivan
3 9-2 (2)
Ray Dawson
Grace Harris, Shirenewton
Michelle Harris, Grace Harris Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced filly. 66/1, sixth of 7 in maiden at Ffos Las (6f, good) 20 days ago. TFRHIIII BHA-
2024: ALTMORE (FR) 3 9 7 Cieren Fallon 11-10 (William Haggas) 6 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 5 Hood worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 1. Stewards Note:
PETER THE WOLF: Following its run on 31/7/2025 it was reported that the horse ran too free. A ROSE ADAAY: Following its run on 13/8/2025 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.
Probable S.P’s: 4-5 Peter The Wolf (GB), 2-1 Pickering Castle (GB), 9-1 Freddie’s Star (IRE), 28-1 Suzie’s Star (GB), 100-1 A Rose Adaay (GB)
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ABOUT SIX FURLONGS (6F ABT 16YDS) FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
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RACEDAY READY WITH LUCAS BOOKIES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund £8000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3303, 2nd £1652, 3rd £826, 4th £413, 5th £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) Weights lowered 5lb. SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): T Carroll (15 wins from 191 runners, 8%) runs SUB THIRTEEN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Beckett (7 wins from 37 runners, 19%) runs RIKISSA
WEIGHTWATCHER: CONNIE’S ROSE won off a handicap mark of 73, her rating is now down 8lb to 65.
LONGEST TRAVELLER: LAST OUTLAW trained by M Keady, Newmarket, 195 miles.
DRAGONFLY IN AMBER showed much-improved form when winning at Windsor on handicap debut after a 10-month absence in July and with further progress on the cards, she looks one to keep on the right side of Vape is in excellent form as he seeks a hat-trick, while Connie’s Rose is a consistent course specialist with six wins at this track.
B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Dream Date (IRE) Darragh Keenan
Apollo Horses II
Br Mrs Louise Lyons
Michael Keady, Newmarket
TIMEFORMVIEW Shown mixed form in handicaps, failing to build on promise of Musselburgh run when fourth of 7 at Yarmouth (2/1) 30 days ago, steadied at start and never on terms. Returns to 6f TFRHHHII BHA65
2
B m Ardad (IRE) - Plauseabella Callum Hutchinson
(8)
Mrs Gill Shire Stuart Kittow, Cullompton
Br Mrs Gill Shire
A+Accountancy & Business Solutions Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWWon over C&D in June and runner-up here in July before finishing fourth of 8 in handicap at Ffos Las (9/1) 28 days ago, not keeping straight under pressure Tendency to hang remains a concern but this is a slight drop in class. TFRHHHII BHA65
3 VALSHARAH (IRE) (13) 335620
Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Amurra
Mr Martin Hughes & Partner
Br Yeomanstown Stud
3 9-7 (4)
Charles Bishop
Charles Hills, Lambourn
Old Oak Holdings Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Long-standing maiden but ran well when second at Kempton last month. Not in the same form when seventh of 8 in handicap at same course (9/2) 13 days ago, rearing leaving the stalls. Temperament issues remain a concern TFRHHHII BHA67
4 CONNIE’S ROSE (GB) (8) 332532 CD BF
6 9-7 (1)
B m Adaay (IRE) - Sing So Sweetly Ray Dawson
Paul & Ann de Weck
Br A. S. Denniff
Grace Harris, Shirenewton
Michelle Harris, Grace Harris Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWChepstow regular with six course wins. Finished second of 7 over 5.1f here 8 days ago when led but was one-paced late having been short of room Hasn’t won for 17 races but is pretty consistent at this level. TFRHHHHI BHA65
5 SUB THIRTEEN (GB) (47) 16456-6 D
B g Territories (IRE) - So Refined (IRE)
Mr Wayne Clifford & Mr Alexander Miller
Br Copgrove Hall Stud
4 9-5 (2)
William Carson
Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
TIMEFORM VIEW Form has tailed off since last win last summer, last of 6 over C&D on July’s reappearance, folding tamely TFRHHIII BHA63
6 VAPE (GB) (14) 600211 CD 8 9-5 (5)
Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Puff (IRE)
Mr J. L. Flint
Br Beaslay Thoroughbreds
Charlie Tucker (7)
John & Rhys Flint, Bridgend
TIMEFORMVIEWWindsor winner last month who followed up 24 hrs later in 5-runner C&D handicap 14 days ago, travelling with zest and keeping on to win by 1 1/2 lengths. Evidently in good heart right now and bold hat-trick bid is on the cards. TFRHHHHI BHA63
7 RIKISSA (GB) (28) 30-0
3 9-5 (7)
B f Mohaather - Richenza (FR) Jack Dace (5)
Mrs Lynn Turner & Mr Guy Brook Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down
Br Sanctuary Stud Ltd St Davids Poultry Team Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWShowed promise when third on debut but has disappointed since, finishing eighth of 10 in maiden at Newbury (8/1) 28 days ago. In top hands and almost certainly has a bigger performance in her now handicapping TFRHHHII BHA65
B f Magna Grecia (IRE) - Hope So (IRE) Edward Greatrex Mrs Wendy Edwards Dominic Ffrench Davis, Lambourn
Br Mr B. O’Neill High View Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Lightly-raced filly who showed little in three maiden runs last year but a totally different proposition on handicap debut/ reappearance at Windsor when winning 36 days ago, very well backed Further progress a distinct possibility TFRHHHHH BHA64
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Dragonfly In Amber (IRE), 4-1 Vape (GB), 9-2 Connie’s Rose (GB), 8-1 Rikissa (GB), 10-1 Last Outlaw (IRE), 11-1 Papabella (GB), 14-1 Valsharah (IRE), 20-1 Sub Thirteen (GB)
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Flags hoisted by Ambulance Men: WHITE - Ambulance
RED AND WHITE CHECK - Doctor
ORANGE - Veterinary required.
SIXTH RACE 4.55
ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS (7F ABT 16YDS) FOR THREE YRS OLD
THE
DAVID
LUCAS BEST PRICES WELSH SPORT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
Total prize fund £6600 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2725, 2nd £1363, 3rd £681, 4th £341, 5th £170. (Penalty Value £3454.44) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): A Wintle (15 wins from 130 runners, 12%) runs BLUE POINT EXPRESS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Wintle (4 wins from 14 runners, 29%) runs BLUE POINT EXPRESS LONGEST TRAVELLER: AIM FOR THE BULL trained by M Murphy, Westoning, 148 miles.
STEP ALONG has been knocking on the door of late, just failing to see out the 7.4f trip at Ffos Las This slightly shorter distance looks ideal and this is a good opening for her Aim For The Bull continues in good heart and is the chief threat in a change of headgear.
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B f No Nay Never (USA) - Fantasy In Blue
Ben Ffrench Davis (5)
Mrs C. C. Diamond Bernard Llewellyn, Bargoed
Br Garryard Stables Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWHad a productive spell on the AW during the winter but not as good on turf of late, sixth of 9 in handicap at Chepstow (20/1) 19 days ago without headgear, rearing at start on first run for new stable Could benefit from return to 7f TFRHHHII BHA55
2 STEP ALONG (GB) (11) 320533 9-8 (5)
Gr f Havana Grey - Step Sister Lewis Edmunds Muir Racing Partnership - Deauville William Muir & Chris Grassick, Lambourn
Br Whitsbury Manor Stud Fitzdares Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Has performed creditably with two third-place finishes in recent handicaps, latterly at Ffos Las (7.4) 11 days ago, travelling well and leading approaching the final furlong before being headed close home Return to a bare 7f in her favour and she has the same mark here. TFRHHHHH BHA54
3 BLUE POINT EXPRESS (IRE) (20) 35-6046 9-2 (2)
B f Blue Point (IRE) - Miss Fay (IRE) Finley Marsh
Mr M. Brown Adrian Wintle, Westbury-On-Severn
Br Mr & Mrs Reddy Coffey
TIMEFORMVIEW Has shown very little so far, finishing sixth of 10 in handicap at Ffos Las (25/1) 20 days ago. One of her better runs was over this C&D in July and she now wears first-time cheekpieces. TFRHHIII BHA48
4 FREEDOM BAY (GB) (42) 0-43400
B f Muhaarar - Dilgura
The Freedom Bay Partnership
9-2 (6)
Callum Hutchinson
Stuart Kittow, Cullompton
Br Stuart Kittow & Russell Ingham Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWOften pulls hard and finished last of 9 in 7f handicap at Wolverhampton (15/2) 42 days ago. Hood removed and others are more persuasive. TFRHHHII BHA48
5 AIM FOR THE BULL (IRE) (18) 424434 9-2 (1)
Ch g Showcasing - Ultimate Aim Darragh Keenan
Ms Denise Tibbett Mike Murphy, Westoning
Br David John Brown & Whistbury Manor Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Pretty consistent this year without winning, including a second-place finish at Chelmsford in May. Finished fourth of 12 in a classified race at Yarmouth (14/1) 18 days ago and visor now replaces cheekpieces. TFRHHHHI BHA48
6 HAVANA’S DREAM (GB) (11) 650000 9-0 (4)
Gr f Havana Grey - Powerful Dream (IRE)
William Cox
Ms Sue Bradley Ronald Harris, Chepstow
Br Sue Bradley
TIMEFORM VIEW Continues to show little ability, seventh of 9 in handicap at Ffos Las (100/1) 11 days ago, never threatening TFRHIIII BHA32
2024: JUDGE FRANK (IRE) 3 9 7 Joshua Bryan 2-1 (John & Rhys Flint) 5 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Visor worn first time by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6.
Probable S.P’s: 15-8 Step Along (GB), 5-2 Aim For The Bull (IRE), 11-2 Kaleidoscope Eyes (IRE), 13-2 Freedom Bay (GB), 11-1 Blue Point Express (IRE), 28-1 Havana’s Dream (GB)
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HORSE AND JOCKEY WELFARE AT CHEPSTOW RACECOURSE
Nothing matters more to us, when racing, than the safety and welfare of both horse and rider. Central to that is the track itself and our groundstaff do everything in their power to provide an optimum racing surface On duty da al ha dedicated and experienced team of highly-qualified following the action at every stage. Their key re care to the competitors throughout their time vehicle movements of these skilled specialists a rapid response to any incident across the sit horse ambulance in attendance at every fixtur from the track to our on-site veterinary treatmen the nearest equine referral hospital
ace today y we e also have e a qualified Vets, , Doctors ors and Paramedics esponsibility is to o monitor or and provide at t the racecourse. . The locations tions and during racing acing are e designed to o provide site We e also have e a high-specification fixture e to o enable safe e transport ansport of a horse tment t facility acility for or further treatment, , or to
It is our standard practice to erect screens around any horse or jockey requiring attention on the course as this provides privacy and a safe, calm environment in which to accurately diagnose and treat the patient as necessary. Please do not assume the worst if screens are erected around a horse We are fully committed to minimising risk in our sport, to dealing professionally and efficiently with any injury, and to maintaining the highest possible quality of care for the horses and jockeys racing here today. To find out more about our Equine Welfare policy, please visit our website www.chepstow-racecourse.co.uk
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‘The John and Joan 40th Wedding Anniversary Maiden Stakes’ or ‘The John Smith 30th Birthday Handicap Stakes’.
It’s a great way to enjoy a day out with brilliant memories and you can combine it with hospitality in a private suite or a meal in the restaurant. You can come down to the Parade Ring and choose the ‘Best Turned Out’ horse and also present a prize to the winning owner before enjoying a post-race glass of bubbly. The package also includes photographs of your day and a mention in the racecard and on the big screen. For more details, please email Candice Harper –charper@arenaracingcompany.co.uk
5.25 ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (5F ABT 16YDS) FOR THREE YRS OLD AND
THE DAVID LUCAS, WALES LEADING INDEPENDENT BOOKMAKER HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
Total prize fund £6600 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2725, 2nd £1363, 3rd £681, 4th £341, 5th £170. (Penalty Value £3454.44) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): J G O’Shea (21 wins from 157 runners, 13%) runs SOME NIGHTMARE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Wintle (4 wins from 14 runners, 29%) runs COCO HILL
WEIGHTWATCHER: KURIMU won off a handicap mark of 59, her rating is now down 5lb to 54.
LONGEST TRAVELLER: MARCUS trained by C Wallis, Ardleigh, 204 miles.
BARNSNAPE BOY has looked a different proposition fitted with cheekpieces, supplementing his Lingfield win in ready fashion at Brighton on Sunday. On that evidence, the hat-trick beckons. Call Time has been runner-up in his last 2 outings and he’ll go close if keeping straighter. Some Nightmare is a Chepstow specialist with 6 course wins, including last week, so he warrants respect.
1 SOME NIGHTMARE (IRE) (8) 564521 CD 8 9-13
B g Dream Ahead (USA) - Isolde’s Return William Carson
Mrs S M Maine & Mr Roger Gould & Partner John O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn
Br Pat Beirne & Dream Ahead Syndicate Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWCourse specialist with 6 wins at Chepstow, including 3 over this C&D, including 7-runner handicap 8 days ago, making headway to lead over 1f out before keeping on well Running under a penalty but clearly thrives at this venue and he should be in
2 CALL TIME (IRE) (4) 0-05622 D
4 9-9 (2)
Br g Soldier’s Call - Broken Time (IRE) Taylor Fisher (3)
The 19th Hole Syndicate & J S Moore J. S. Moore, Upper Lambourn
Br Equos Ltd & Troy Cullen Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWFinished second in last two handicaps, compromised by hanging left but still running well in 5-runner 5f handicap at Ffos Las (5/2) 4 days ago, led 2f out but collared close home In the mix again if keeping straighter. TFRHHHHI BHA55
3 KURIMU (GB) (8) 500436
B f Study of Man (IRE) - Ichigo
4 9-8 (1)
Jack Dace (5)
Nikki Evans Racing Nikki Evans, Abergavenny
Br Strawberry Fields Stud Radnor Hills
TIMEFORMVIEW Hasn’t won since last summer and was sixth of 9 in a handicap over 7f here 8 days ago when racing off the pace and not sustaining effort. Back down in trip TFRHHHII BHA54
4 BARNSNAPE BOY (GB) (2) 050511 D
4 9-7 (in5lbex) (3)
Gr g Iffraaj - Scenesetter (IRE) Edward Greatrex
The Lockdown Syndicate Jim Boyle, Epsom
Br Carisbrooke Stud Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Looked fairly limited but cheekpieces have really worked the oracle, following up his Lingfield win in decisive fashion at Brighton on Sunday. Major claims if taking up this engagement. TFRHHHHH BHA48
5 MARCUS (GB) (3) 623535
B g Twilight Son - Sadiigah
4 9-2 (5)
Charles Bishop
D J & S A Shewring Charlie Wallis, Ardleigh
Br Mr J. W. Ford Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Long-standing maiden who disappointed when fifth of 7 in classified race (7/1) at Chelmsford 3 days ago, racing wide TFRHHHII BHA48
6 ROGUE ENDEAVOUR (IRE) (8) 436066
B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Society Gal (IRE)
3 9-1 (8)
Ray Dawson
The Maximus Syndicate Grace Harris, Shirenewton
Br Gigginstown House Stud Grace Harris Racing
TIMEFORMVIEW Yet to win in 16 starts and finished sixth of 7 in handicap at this C&D (33/1) 8 days ago when stumbling at the start in first-time hood. Hood removed.
7 FOSSOS (IRE) (8) 20/-0050 CD
B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Beguiler Zoe Lewis (7)
Gareth Cheshire T P Faulkner
Br Mr & Mrs John Banahan
Thomas Faulkner, Devauden
TIMEFORMVIEW Finished last of 7 at Chepstow (50/1) 8 days ago when stumbling early and making no impression.
TIMEFORM VIEW Couple of placed efforts here in June but backward step when seventh of 8 in handicap at Windsor (12/1) 38 days ago and he’s on a lengthy losing sequence TFRHHHII BHA44
9 COCO HILL (IRE) (15) 60462P C 5 9-0 (9)
B m Anjaal - Clifton Dancer Finley Marsh
Mr S. R. Whistance
Br Rathasker Stud
Adrian Wintle, Westbury-On-Severn
TIMEFORM VIEW Without a win for 25 runs but ran one of this season’s better races when second of 9 in 5.7f classified race at Bath (10/3) 32 days ago, albeit 5 lengths behind winner TFRHHHII BHA44
2024: SOME NIGHTMARE (IRE) 7 9 9 William Carson 7-2 (John O’Shea) 6 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Blinkers worn by No. 5. Visor worn by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 4, 8.
Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Barnsnape Boy (GB), 9-2 Some Nightmare (IRE), 5-1 Coco Hill (IRE), 11-2 Call Time (IRE), 17-2 Marcus (GB), 18-1 Kurimu (GB), 20-1 We’re Reunited (IRE), 40-1 Rogue Endeavour (IRE), 66-1 Fossos (IRE)
Chepstow Racecourse pickup point is situated in the main car park close to the blue container
RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 2.00 - THE WHY BET ELSEWHERE, DAVID LUCAS BOOKMAKERS APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4187 to the winning horse The second to receive £1964, the third £981, the fourth £491 and the fifth £244. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 53-72 (also open to such horses rated 52 and below). £40 stake if the horse is rated 53 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 52 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 31st. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 7lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 12lb Penalties, after August 23rd, 2025, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. To be ridden by Apprentice Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 52 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to August 30th, 2025, have not ridden more than 50 winners in races under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 25 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed). David Lucas Bookmakers has kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning Owner In addition they will give a cash prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 13 entries at £40. - Closed August 27th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) A SS
SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 2.35 - THE GUARANTEED ODDS AT DAVID LUCAS BOOKMAKERS EBF FILLIES’ RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5)(for horses in Bands B, C and D) (EBF Restricted Race Qual) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3672 to the winning horse The second to receive £1723, the third £862 and the fourth £431. for novice two yrs old fillies only, which are E.B.F eligible, which are in Bands B, C and D. Enter by noon, August 27th and pay £34 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 31st. Weights: 9st 2lb each Penalties, for each race won 7lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties) Allowances: Band C from Band B 2lb Band D from Band C 2lb (Allowances are cumulative). David Lucas Bookmakers has kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning Owner In addition they will give a cash prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. All horses which are placed in the first six in an EBF Restricted Maiden or Novice race qualifier in 2025 will be qualified to run in either THE £100,000
EBF RESTRICTED RACE FINAL (CLASS 2) (for fillies only) at Goodwood on 24 September, 2025, or THE £100,000
EBF RESTRICTED RACE FINAL (CLASS 2) (for colts and geldings only) at York on 10 October, 2025. Both races will be run over seven furlongs. NOTE: Horses entered or declared in a race which is subsequently abandoned will not be eligible to enter a Final. 14 entries at £34. - Closed August 27th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2902; Second £1450; Third £726; Fourth £362. (Penalty Value £3672) SS SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 3.10 - THE CRUISING AROUND WITH STEVE & MARY NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3454 to the winning horse The second to receive £1620, the third £809, the fourth £405 and the fifth £201. for two yrs old only, Rated 0-60. Enter by noon, August 27th and pay £33 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 31st. Lowest weight 8st 8lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 9lb Penalties, after August 23rd, 2025, for each race won 6lb. David Lucas Bookmakers has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition they will give a cash prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 7 entries at £33. - Closed August 27th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2725; Second £1363; Third £681; Fourth £341; Fifth £170. (Penalty Value £3454.44) Weights raised 4lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS
SEE PAGE 15 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 3.45 - THE TREBLE ODDS L15S AT DAVID LUCAS MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3888 to the winning horse The second to receive £1825, the third £912 and the fourth £456. for maiden three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, August 27th and pay £36 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 31st. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st 7lb; fillies 9st 2lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 9st 9lb; fillies 9st 4lb. David Lucas Bookmakers have kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning owner In Addition they will give a cash prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 10 entries at £36. - Closed August 27th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3072; Second £1536; Third £768; Fourth £384. (Penalty Value £3888) SS SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 4.20 - THE GET RACEDAY READY WITH LUCAS BOOKIES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4187 to the winning horse The second to receive £1964, the third £981, the fourth £491 and the fifth £244. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 49-68 (also open to such horses rated 48 and below). £40 stake if the horse is rated 49 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 48 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 31st. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 3-y-o 8st 7lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 12lb Penalties, after August 23rd, 2025, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. David Lucas Bookmakers have kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning Owner In addition they will give a cash prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 15 entries at £40. - Closed August 27th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) Weights lowered 5lb. SS
SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 4.55 - THE DAVID LUCAS BEST PRICES WELSH SPORT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3454 to the winning horse The second to receive £1620, the third £809, the fourth £405 and the fifth £201. for three yrs old only, Rated 46-55 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £33 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £27 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 31st. Lowest weight 9st; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after August 23rd, 2025, for each race won 6lb. David Lucas Bookmakers has kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning Owner In addition they will give a cash prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 12 entries, 2 at £6 and 10 at £33. - Closed August 27th, 2025. Owners Prize Money Winner £2725; Second £1363; Third £681; Fourth £341; Fifth £170. (Penalty Value £3454.44) SS SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 5.25 - THE DAVID LUCAS, WALES LEADING INDEPENDENT BOOKMAKER HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3454 to the winning horse The second to receive £1620, the third £809, the fourth £405 and the fifth £201. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-55 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £33 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £27 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 31st. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st; 3-y-o 8st 13lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 9lb; 3-y-o 9st 8lb Penalties, after August 23rd, 2025, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. David Lucas Bookmakers has kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning Owner. In addition they will give a cash prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 13 entries, 1 at £6 and 12 at £33. - Closed August 27th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2725; Second £1363; Third £681; Fourth £341; Fifth £170. (Penalty Value £3454.44) SS SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.
