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Great Yarmouth Racecard - Thursday 28th May

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THURSDAY 28 MAY

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Admission Conditions of Entry

Entry to the racecourse is subject to the right of the racecourse executive to refuse to admit and/ or to expel, without prior notice, any person whose behaviour is considered to be unruly or unacceptable or is a disqualified person

Bringing alcohol into the enclosures other than that purchased at the racecourse is prohibited Barbecues are not permitted. Racegoers must at all times comply with any conditions, rules and regulations in operation, including the observance of no drinking areas for safety reasons. Lost and stolen badges will not be replaced. Transfers to enclosures may be possible on the day, subject to availability

Baby Changing Facilities

There are four areas for baby changing: 1 on each floor in the Lord Nelson Grandstand and 1 in the toilets in the Tea Rooms.

Bars

The racecourse bars will stop serving half an hour after the last race No person under the age of 18 years will be served or allowed to consume alcohol on these premises

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed at Great Yarmouth Racecourse with the exception of Assisted Dogs.

Dress Code

Premier and Hospitality Enclosures – We encourage customers to adopt ‘smart casual’ clothing Jackets, collared shirts and ties are not obligatory but we do advise customers that we do not allow ripped jeans, sportswear, jogging bottoms, beachwear, fancy dress or extreme attire Tailored shorts, smart jeans and trainers are permitted. Grandstand & Paddock Enclosure – There is no formal dress code in this enclosure, however the removal of shirts is not permitted.

Evacuation Procedures

Great Yarmouth Racecourse has significantly enhanced Safety & Security measures this year to ensure your safety, comfort and enjoyment of the day. However an incident may occur which is beyond our control and is important that you are aware of how we intend to look after you in the event of an emergency.

As part of our Safety management, we have employed professionally trained and experienced stewards and you will see them at various points throughout the racecourse In the event of a situation, which requires partial or full evacuation of the stands or racecourse, announcements will be broadcast and stewards will undertake the responsibility of ushering you to a place of safety; it is essential that you follow their instructions. Please take your immediate belongings with you and proceed out of the area quickly and calmly with the guidance of the stewards.

The evacuation procedures have been carefully planned to lead you to a safe area. Should it be necessary to evacuate the course itself, there will be two main options; firstly to return to your vehicles if safe to do so and leave via the main entrance Secondly, should it not be safe to return to your vehicles, you will be requested to leave via emergency evacuation gates, onto the racecourse itself, where you will receive further instructions.

It may give you peace of mind if you pre plan and agree a meeting place, just in case you become separated from your party. The above is precautionary only and we trust that the procedures will never be required. However, in the event of an emergency, remember;

Take your belongings with you. Under the directions of the stewards, proceed quickly and calmly to the safe area

Health & Safety Notice

The Racecourse would be grateful if racegoers could observe all Health & Safety requirements whilst at Great Yarmouth Racecourse We would also be grateful if parents could keep a close eye on children and prevent them from climbing on the running rails and getting onto the actual racecourse We would also like to remind racegoers that the FIRST AID room is located opposite the racecourse offices.

Horse & Jockey Welfare at Great Yarmouth

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 today we also have a dedicated and experienced team of highly-qualified Vets, Doctors and Paramedics following the action at every stage Their key responsibility is to monitor and provide care to the competitors throughout their time at the racecourse. The locations and vehicle movements of these skilled specialists during racing are designed to provide a rapid response to any incident across the site. We also have a high-specification horse ambulance in attendance at every fixture to enable safe transport of a horse from the track to our on-site veterinary treatment facility for further treatment, or to the nearest equine referral hospital

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 minimizing 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.greatyarmouth-racecourse.co.uk.

Laptops, Notebooks and Computing Devices

Laptop computers are not allowed into the public areas of the racecourse, irrespective of their intended use. Notebooks, tablets and mobile phones are permitted but no device is to be used for the capture of horse racing video or for communication with anyone outside the racecourse for the purpose of or in connection with any betting. Still photography is permitted but for personal use only You will be politely asked to remove the device or leave the racecourse should you breach these conditions.

Photography

Racegoers may take photographs for private purposes. Under no circumstances may photographs taken on the racecourse be used for publication without the permission of the racecourse executive Flash photography is essentially dangerous where horses are involved You are asked not to use flash photography anywhere in the parade ring area and particularly near the Winners Enclosure. Recording Racing Images and Sound.

Viewing Steppings

In the interest of safety and the comfort of others, please do not take food or drink onto the Grandstand steps

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

The Great Yarmouth Racecourse Executive would like to thank our sponsors and wish them an enjoyable and prosperous day’s racing

THURSDAY 28 MAY

(UNDER THE RULES OF RACING)

STEWARDS OF THE MEETING

TONY McGLONE (Chief Steward), CHRISTOPHER BENNETT (Stewards’ Panel Chair)

SIMON CONNAWAY, BEN FORD, MICHAEL WALTON

STARTERS

WILLIE JARDINE

KIERAN O’SHEA

JUDGE

KATIE DOWSON

CLERK OF THE SCALES

JEREMY LIND

VETERINARY OFFICER

RACHAEL FROST

VETERINARY SURGEONS

ANN KENT (SVET)

ALESSANDRO TORRACO

VETERINARY TECHNICIAN

POLLY PAPWORTH

MEDICAL OFFICERS

Dr MEG HARDMAN (SRMO)

Dr DUNCAN PEACOCK (RMO)

NURSE

MICHELLE VAUGHAN-WILLIAMS

EQUINE WELFARE & INTEGRITY OFFICERS

SARAH DUNCAN

JULIE LINGHAM

ELIZABETH BUDDEN

RACEDAY PRESENTER

TIM PETERS

RACEDAY COMMENTATOR

ALEX FUSSEY

BETTING RING MANAGER

SARAH WOODBORNE

GENERAL MANAGER

TOM PENNINGTON

REGIONAL CLERK OF THE COURSE

RICHARD ALDOUS

DESIGNATED

SAFEGUARDING LEAD

TOM PENNINGTON

DEPUTY SAFEGUARDING LEAD RICHARD ALDOUS

OFFICIAL PHOTOGRAPHER

ANGIE SHARPE

CARAVAN CLUB

Sound Angela - winner of the Listed EBF Stallions John Musker Fillies’ Stakes on Wednesday 18 September 2024

saddlecloth no. horse’s name & birthplace

no. days since last ran

previous performances

- = new season / = previous season

bold type = all weather form

C = course winner

D = distance winner

CD = course & distance winner

BF = beaten favourite

9 SOUND ANGELA (GB) (26) 20322-5

age weight st-lb draw

5 9-4 (7)

B m Muhaarar - Instance Silvestre De Sousa

Mr Yuichi Masuda

Roger Varian, Newmarket

Br Mr Charles Fox Sponsor

TIMEFORMVIEWUseful mare who returned from 8 months off/breathing surgery with a promising fifth of 15 in handicap at York (10.2f, good to firm) 26 days ago. Very much one to consider with that run under her belt. TFRHHHHI BHA98

KEY Breeding Owner Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor 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 chance

OFFICIAL BHA RATING

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 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.

You must be 18 or over to place a bet

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If you cannot produce this your bet will not be accepted

jockey silks

FIRST RACE 2.18

ONE MILE, THREE FURLONGS ABOUT 104 YARDS FOR

THREE YRS OLD

WINNING EXPERIENCE WITH MOULTON RACING NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 3) (GBB/GBBPlus RACE)

Total prize fund

£12000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £5120, 2nd £2560. (Penalty Value £6480) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): W Haggas (36 wins from 135 runners, 27%) runs PIERIAN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): W Haggas (13 wins from 59 runners, 22%) runs PIERIAN LONGEST TRAVELLER: SPIRIT DREAMER trained by A Balding, Kingsclere, 186 miles.

Anything other than a straightforward win for useful prospect PIERIAN would be a major surprise

DREAMER (IRE)

1 PIERIAN (GB) (14) 21

B f Palace Pier - Great Heavens

Lord N. P. V. J. Rothschild

Br Kincorth Investments Inc

Tom Marquand

William Haggas, Newmarket

TIMEFORMVIEWBred in the purple and having shaped with plenty of encouragement when second on debut at Wetherby over 1 1/4m last month, she went one place better at Salisbury 2 weeks ago. Strong at the line that day and with promise of more to come, she’ll surely go in again. TFRHHHHH BHA-

2 SPIRIT DREAMER (IRE) (7) 60

Ch g Australia - Queen Rabab (IRE)

The Relentless Dreamers & Partner

Jason Watson

Andrew Balding, Kingsclere Br Rockhart Trading Ltd Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to even match debut form when seventh at Haydock (11.5f) a week ago and he’s far inferior to sole rival. TFRHHHII BHA-

2025: SPINNING WHEEL 3 9 9 Harry Davies 5-2 (Simon & Ed Crisford) 5 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 2

Probable S.P’s: 1-16 Pierian (GB), 11-1 Spirit Dreamer (IRE)

POSITION OF STALLS

1m 2f & 1m 3f -

CHECK YOUR BETTING SLIPS

Customers of the Boards and Rails bookmakers should check their itemised tickets immediately on receipt, as mistakes cannot be rectified after the “off”. Please retain all betting tickets until after the weigh-in, as immediate payment will be made only on production of the original ticket. All tickets remain valid for one month.

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SECOND RACE 2.48

SEVEN FURLONGS, STRAIGHT (7F AND 3YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE DOWNLOAD THE AT THE RACES APP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

Total prize fund £10800 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4459, 2nd £2230, 3rd £1115, 4th £557, 5th £279. (Penalty Value £5652.72) SS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): C Dwyer (16 wins from 108 runners, 15%) runs BERRY CLEVER TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Owen (5 wins from 52 runners, 10%) runs SEA SUITE

WEIGHTWATCHER: FIFTY NIFTY won off a handicap mark of 87, his rating is now down 9lb to 78. LONGEST TRAVELLER: JAKARTA trained by O Cole, Whatcombe, 182 miles.

SEA SUITE wasn’t seen to best effect last time but lurks on a workable mark and he can prevail Berry Clever can give the selection most to think about from the hat-trick seeking Zubaru

1 DAPPER GUEST (IRE) (27) 0140-00 D

B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Sea of Dreams (IRE)

Harry Burns (3)

John Guest Racing George Margarson, Newmarket

Br Miss Debbie Kitchin TIMEFORM VIEW Recorded 3 wins over 7f in 2025. Behind both starts this season but has had something in the way of excuses. Has the visor refitted here and, with the return to 7f, is one to note now back down to last winning mark TFRHHHII BHA82

2 ZUBARU (GB) (19) 405-311 D 4 9-11 (1)

B g Zoustar (AUS) - Dozy (IRE) Darragh Keenan

Colbert Stud George Scott, Newmarket

Br Richard Kent & Robert Percival George Scott Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWWas much improved when opening his account at Doncaster at the beginning of the month. Defied a 9 Ib rise when following up at Leicester (7f, good) 19 days ago. Has to be taken seriously in hat-trick bid TFRHHHHI BHA82

3 FIFTY NIFTY (IRE) (157) 000654- C D

B g Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Leala (IRE)

Mr O. Humphrey

Br Empire Bloodstock Ltd

5 9-7 (5)

Joey Haynes

Chelsea Banham, Newmarket

TIMEFORMVIEWCourse winner Made frame twice in 2025, including on latest run when fourth of 7 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6f) in December First run for yard after leaving Michael Appleby and has the cheekpieces discarded. TFRHHHII BHA78

4 JAKARTA (GB) (224) 061/520- D

B f Night of Thunder (IRE) - Pink Symphony

4 9-7 (8)

Tom Marquand

Mrs Fitri Hay Oliver Cole, Whatcombe

Br Mrs Fitri Hay JMH Group

TIMEFORMVIEWBest effort last year when short-head second of 9 to Silent City in a Newmarket handicap (1m, good to firm) on his second start. Modest on the all-weather when last seen and likely to need this return (has tongue strap added). TFRHHHII BHA78

5 DRIFTS AWAY (GB) (273) 321300- CD

B g Zoustar (AUS) - Golden Spell

5 9-6 (9)

Billy Loughnane PIP & Partners T. J. Kent, Newmarket

Br The Golden Spell Partnership The Property Investor Partnership Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW 4-time winner in 2025, including this race on latest occasion Below best on final 2 starts and not seen since August. Booking of Loughnane a plus though market may be best guide on return. TFRHHIII BHA77

6 DARING LEGEND (GB) (19) 160-200 CD 5 9-6 (6)

B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Swiss Air Luke Morris

Only One Bid Partnership Mark Pattinson, Epsom

Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited Tote

TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner Made good start for new connections when nose second at Kempton on return. Has failed by some way to repeat that effort in 2 starts since and is passed over.

B g Kingman - Sivoliere (IRE) William Carson Chris Housego and Kevin Fisher Gihan Arnolda, Newmarket Br Healthy Wood Co. Ltd TIMEFORMVIEWSole win came at Southwell last summer but is generally a reliable type 13/2 and in first-time blinkers, unlucky

handicap at Wolverhampton (7f) in February. First run for yard

8

SEA SUITE (IRE) (8) 00-

Ch g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Sweet Affection (IRE)

Houghton and Lang

Br Golden Farm T’Breds& Sunderland Holdings

Mason Paetel (5)

James Owen, Newmarket

RBC Scaffolding Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWWinner at Southwell in March and has maintained his form in 3 starts since. Shaped well when fourth at Kempton 8 days ago having been caught further back than ideal. Looks sure to play a major part once more. TFRHHHHH BHA75

9 BERRY CLEVER (GB) (8) 61-3321 CD

5 9-4 (in 5lb ex) (3)

B g Expert Eye - Rose Berry Liam Wright (5)

Strawberry Fields Stud

Chris Dwyer, Newmarket

Br Strawberry Fields Stud Strawberry Fields Stud

TIMEFORMVIEW Is in great heart at present and produced a career-best effort when winning over C&D 8 days ago. Has a 5-Ib penalty but that’s offset by his claimer and he isn’t taken lightly in follow-up bid TFRHHHHI BHA70 (+3)

2025: DRIFTS AWAY 4 9 7 Brandon Wilkie 6-1 (T J Kent) 8 ran

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 7.

Visor worn by No. 1, 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 6. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 3. Stewards Note:

DRIFTS AWAY: Following its run on 28/8/2025 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly.

DARING LEGEND: Following its run on 9/5/2026 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running.

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Zubaru (GB), 3-1 Berry Clever (GB), 11-2 Sea Suite (IRE), 13-2 Fifty Nifty (IRE), 9-1 Stenmark (IRE), 28-1 Dapper Guest (IRE), Drifts Away (GB), 33-1 Jakarta (GB), Daring Legend (GB)

RECORD TIMES

BRITISH RACING’S LARGEST SPONSOR

British Stallion Studs will contribute £2million towards British prize-money in 2026, bringing our total investment to £42million since we were founded in 1983

SEVEN FURLONGS, STRAIGHT (7F AND 3YDS) FOR NOVICE TWO YRS OLD

THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF

NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £13000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £5547, 2nd £2773, 3rd £1387, 4th £693. (Penalty Value £7020) SS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): J & T Gosden (36 wins from 149 runners, 24%) runs SHIYAM TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Balding (8 wins from 64 runners, 12%) runs EAGLE ISLAND FANCY THAT: C Appleby won this race in 2019, 2021 and 2022. The stable runs AL HUDAIBA today. LONGEST TRAVELLER: BINCIMBAL trained by H Charlton, Beckhampton, 209 miles.

AL HUDAIBA is the only 2-y-o to make the track so far this season for Charlie Appleby and looked a good prospect as he scored at Newmarket 7f will suit and he can make it 2-2 before having his sights raised. Shiyam might be the pick of the quartet of interesting newcomers that make up the opposition. 1-2-3:

1.AL HUDAIBA 2.SHIYAM 3.BINCIMBAL (IRE)

Gr c Dark Angel (IRE) - A’Shaari

Tom Marquand Godolphin Charlie Appleby, Newmarket Br Godolphin Emirates

TIMEFORMVIEWDark Angel colt. Dam, 2-y-o 7f winner, from a fantastic family for Godolphin. Was the first 2-y-o runner of the season for Charlie Appleby and looked a smart prospect in downing the odds-on favourite in 6f Newmarket novice a fortnight ago. Has scope for plenty of improvement and can make it 2-2. TFRHHHHH BHA-

2 BINCIMBAL (IRE) (-)

Br c Too Darn Hot - Silk Romance (IRE)

9-4 (3)

George Wood Salhia Stud Limited Harry Charlton, Beckhampton

Br Tally-Ho Stud

TIMEFORMVIEW Foaled March 25 325,000 gns yearling, Too Darn Hot colt. Dam, 2-y-o 7f winner, closely related to smart winner up to 1m Komorebi out of smart 2-y-o 7f/1m winner Lyric of Light. TFRHHHII BHA-

3 BYZANTINE (IRE) (-)

B c St Mark’s Basilica (FR) - Pulcinella (IRE)

9-4 (1)

Billy Loughnane Teme Valley, Babington & Partner George Boughey, Newmarket

Br Pulcinella Partnership Star Sports Bet, George Boughey Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWFoaled May 8. €65,000 yearling, €86,000 2-y-o, St Mark’s Basilica colt. Half-brother to 7f winner Lone Fighter and 1 3/4m winner Open Secret. Dam, 2-y-o 7.6f winner, half-sister to useful winner up to 1 3/4m Parlour Games out of Irish/Yorkshire Oaks winner Petrushka TFRHHHII BHA-

4 EAGLE ISLAND (IRE) (-)

B c Camelot - Marywell

9-4 (5)

Jason Watson

Jeremy & Germaine Hitchins Andrew Balding, Kingsclere

Br Loughtown Stud Kingsclere Stud

TIMEFORMVIEW Foaled January 19 150,000 gns yearling, Camelot colt. Half-brother to several winners, including 1 1/4m-1 1/2m winner Martlet and 1 1/2m winner Stowell, both smart TFRHHHII BHA-

5 SHIYAM (GB) (-)

9-4 (4)

B c Baaeed - Give And Take Rob Hornby Shadwell Estate Company Ltd

Br Coln Valley Stud

John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket

TIMEFORMVIEWFoaled March 20 200,000 gns yearling, Baaeed colt. Half-brother to 3 winners, including smart winner up to 1m Luther and useful winner up to 1m Good Gracious. Dam winner up to 10.2f (2-y-o 7.6f winner) Appealing newcomer TFRHHHHI BHA2025: COMMANDER’S INTENT (FR) 2 9 7 David Egan 85-40 (George Scott) 6 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 5

Probable S.P’s: 11-8 Al Hudaiba (GB), 7-2 Shiyam (GB), 11-2 Eagle Island (IRE), 13-2 Bincimbal (IRE), 8-1 Byzantine (IRE)

FOURTH RACE 3.53

ONE MILE ABOUT TWO FURLONGS (10F ABT 23YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS THE NORWICH INNS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £10000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4129, 2nd £2065, 3rd £1032, 4th £516, 5th £258. (Penalty Value £5234) Weights raised 2lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): C Dwyer (16 wins from 108 runners, 15%) runs MAN OF DESERT TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Cunha (5 wins from 30 runners, 17%) runs HENGEST LONGEST TRAVELLER: GIVE ME THE NIGHT trained by M Rimell, Witney, 167 miles.

A tactical race looks in store and narrow preference is for KING’S HAND to follow up his Lingfield victory 10 days ago Hengest is bidding for the hat-trick but may have to settle for second this time.

1-2-3: 1.KING’S HAND 2.HENGEST 3.HARLINGTON (FR)

1 HENGEST (GB) (9) 0-6411 D

B g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Contribution Luke Morris Gee Gees Racing, P. Gleeson & N. Barnes Dylan Cunha, Newmarket

Br Juddmonte Farms Ltd Advanced Access Platforms Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWHas shaped like a stayer when winning both starts since sent handicapping Has to carry another 5-Ib penalty for his latest success at Lingfield Clearly on the upgrade though it remains to be seen if this drop back in trip is to his benefit. TFRHHHHI BHA73 (+5)

2 KING’S HAND (GB) (10) 031241 D

B g Kingman - Entity

Mr J. E. Parr

4 9-10 (in 5lb ex) (1)

Billy Loughnane

Joseph Parr, Newmarket

Br Cheveley Park Stud Limited Joseph Parr Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWWon on the polytrack at Lingfield in January on final start for Sir Mark Prescott and made it third time lucky for his new yard back there on turf 10 days ago. Carries a 5-lb penalty and the booking of Loughnane takes the eye. TFRHHHHH BHA69 (+4)

3 HARLINGTON (FR) (38) 0-21113 D BF

B g Hunter’s Light (IRE) - Log Off (IRE)

5 9-9 (4)

Liam Wright (5)

The Super Highway Syndicate Charlie Clover, Newmarket

Br Charles Green Clover Horse Transport

TIMEFORM VIEW Has made a bright start for this yard, recording a hat-trick on the polytrack earlier this winter. Creditable third of 9 in handicap (3/1) at Lingfield (1 1/4m, AW) in April. Returns to the turf and has a 5-Ib claimer in the saddle TFRHHHII BHA73

4 MAN OF DESERT (GB) (8) 400-050

B g Study of Man (IRE) - Desert Berry

5 9-6 (3)

Tom Marquand Strawberry Fields Stud

Chris Dwyer, Newmarket

Br Strawberry Fields Stud Strawberry Fields Stud TIMEFORM VIEW Has largely struggled in handicaps with his mark tumbling as a result Steps back up in trip and Marquand takes over in the saddle Market best guide. TFRHHHII BHA70 (-2)

5 GIVE ME THE NIGHT (IRE) (21) 6000-40

B g Earthlight (IRE) - Night Fever (IRE)

Mr Mark Rimell

Br Barouche Stud Ireland Ltd

4 9-0 (5)

Rob Hornby

Mark Rimell, Witney

TIMEFORMVIEWMaiden who hasn’t gone on since sent handicapping with the assessor giving him even further respite. However, he needs to eke out some extra improvement over this longer trip TFRHHIII BHA64

2025: CHARMING WHISPER 4 9 7 Rossa Ryan 11-4 (Philip McBride) 11 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 5 Hood worn by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5.

Probable S.P’s: EVENS Hengest (GB), 9-2 Harlington (FR), 11-2 King’s Hand (GB), 15-2 Man of Desert (GB), 12-1 Give Me The Night (IRE)

THE SKY SPORTS RACING VIRGIN 512 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

Total prize fund £10800 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4459, 2nd £2230, 3rd £1115, 4th £557, 5th £279. (Penalty Value £5652.72) SS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): W Haggas (36 wins from 135 runners, 27%) runs ANOTHER ABBOT & CARBINE HARVESTER TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): W Haggas (13 wins from 59 runners, 22%) runs ANOTHER ABBOT & CARBINE HARVESTER

WEIGHTWATCHER: FANTASY MASTER won off a handicap mark of 77, his rating is now down 6lb to 71. LONGEST TRAVELLER: FIRST FOLIO trained by J Camacho, Malton, 173 miles.

ANOTHER ABBOT is the choice of Tom Marquand and can score second time out this season from what looks a workable mark. First Folio is well treated and can make his presence felt, while Travel Agent can continue his good form for his new yard.

B g Harry Angel (IRE) - Huma Bird

Mr T. J. W. Bridge

Tom Marquand

William Haggas, Newmarket

Br Loughtown Stud Tattersalls

TIMEFORMVIEW Showed improved form sent handicapping in 2025, winning twice over 6f during the summer Shaped well when mdifield at Ascot (5f, good to firm) on return 27 days ago after racing on disadvantaged side of track. Will benefit from the return to 6f and is expected to be bang there TFRHHHHH BHA82

2 VALLEY OFTHE KINGS (SAF) (50) 20-2000 D 5 9-11 (9)

Br g Gimmethegreenlight (AUS) - Victoria Lavelle (SAF)

Jason Watson

The Kings Men Dylan Cunha, Newmarket

Br Maine Chance Farms (Pty) Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Won twice on the all-weather at the end of last year and showed promise when runner-up at Kempton in February. Has failed to repeat that effort since and is hard to muster much confidence behind at present. Fitted with first-time tongue strap. TFRHHIII BHA82

3 TWILIGHT FUN (GB) (15) 4-21306 CD

B g Twilight Son - Sweet Applause (IRE)

Mr Matt Bartram

Br Matt Bartram

6 9-9 (6)

Joey Haynes

Chelsea Banham, Newmarket

TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner Latest success at Newcastle (6f) in February. 12/1, possibly needed run when sixth of 7 in handicap at this course (5f, good to soft) 15 days ago. Likely to remain vulnerable off a mark in the 80s. TFRHHHII BHA80

4 FIRST FOLIO (GB) (20) 63206-4 CD

Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Lilian Baylis (IRE)

Owners Group 083

8 9-9 (1)

Tom Kiely-Marshall (5)

Julie Camacho, Malton

Br Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum Owners Group

TIMEFORMVIEW3-time C&D winner Eleven runs since last success in 2024 but good third in Great St Wilfrid at Ripon last year Showed up well for a long way there on return 20 days ago. Looks well treated at present and can’t be ignored with that run under her belt. TFRHHHHI BHA80

5 CARBINE HARVESTER (FR) (17) 32-5000 D 4 9-5 (10)

B g Hello Youmzain (FR) - Bonita Queen (FR) Darragh Keenan Carbine Of London Racing 5

William Haggas, Newmarket

Br Salabi Racing et al Somerville Lodge Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW A 4-time winner on the all-weather Is yet to fire this season and more is needed at present (this his second run after a breathing operation). TFRHHIII BHA76

6 FANTASY MASTER (GB) (19) 06551-3 D

Ch g Sepoy (AUS) - Dinvar Diva

The Fantasy Fellowship B

Br Brightwalton Bloodstock Ltd

8 9-0 (8)

Billy Loughnane

Robert Cowell, Newmarket

Robert Cowell Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWWon on final 2025 start at Chelmsford in December Creditable third of 18 in handicap at Ascot (6f, good to firm, 18/1) on reappearance 19 days ago. Remains well treated on old form and merits consideration. TFRHHHII BHA71

7 TRAVEL AGENT (IRE) (10) 0-42112 D

B g No Nay Never (USA) - Flower Fashion (FR)

4 9-0 (3)

Pat Cosgrave

Mr D. Morgan Adam Kirby, Kirtling

Br Newstead Breeding Adam Kirby Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Has made a promising start for this yard, winning twice from 5 starts, at Wolverhampton and Lingfield in April. Creditable second at latter course 10 days ago behind gambled-on winner Very much one to be interested in again. TFRHHHHI BHA71 (+1)

8

IZZY FAST (GB) (12) 05-10 CD

B f Land Force (IRE) - Ghedi (IRE)

Mr John Waterfall

4 8-13 (2)

George Wood

Philip McBride, Newmarket

Br Grove Park Farm Horse Requisites Newmarket Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced filly who was a surprise winner of a C&D maiden in April. Ran modestly on handicap debut at Newmarket 12 days ago. Not easy to make a case for. TFRHHIII BHA70

9 NEYVA’S ANGEL (GB) (19) 4-50154 D

B f Harry Angel (IRE) - Peters Spirit (IRE)

4 8-12 (5)

Jack Mitchell

Mr Stephen Joseph Traynor Martin Dunne, Newmarket

Br Traynor Bloodstock

TIMEFORMVIEW Off mark in handicap at Southwell in April. Not disgraced both starts since, making frame at Ascot 19 days ago. Run style means she requires plenty to drop right TFRHHHII BHA69

10 STYLE KING (IRE) (28) 106-026 D BF

B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Uae Queen

4 8-6 (4)

Rose Dawes (5) Strawberry Fields Stud

Chris Dwyer, Newmarket

Br Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum Strawberry Fields Stud

TIMEFORMVIEWStepped up on reappearance when second at Wolverhampton in April. Failed to repeat that effort at Southwell 13 days later, racing closer to pace than ideal. Has the hood left off and minor role probably best he can hope for. TFRHHHII BHA63

2025: DARK SIDE THUNDER 6 9 2 George Wood 5-2 (Jessica Macey) 7 ran

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 2. Hood worn by No. 9. Blinkers worn by No. 2. Eyeshields worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 4, 6. Stewards Note:

VALLEY OFTHE KINGS: Following its run on 8/4/2026 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the track.

NEYVA’S ANGEL: Following its run on 9/5/2026 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.

STYLE KING: Following its run on 30/4/2026 it was reported that the horse ran flat.

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Travel Agent (IRE), 9-2 Fantasy Master (GB), 11-2 Neyva’s Angel (GB), 6-1 Another Abbot (IRE), 15-2 First Folio (GB), 10-1 Style King (IRE), 16-1 Carbine Harvester (FR), 20-1 Twilight Fun (GB), 25-1 Izzy Fast (GB), 28-1 Valley Ofthe Kings (SAF)

BETTING WITH THE BOOKMAKERS

Racegoers are advised that bookmakers are not obliged to pay until the ‘Weighed in’ is announced, nor to remain on the course more than 5 minutes after that announcement.

HORSE AND JOCKEY WELFARE AT GREAT YARMOUTH

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 today we also have a dedicated and experienced team of highly-qualified Vets, Doctors and Paramedics following the action at every stage. Their key responsibility is to monitor and provide care to the competitors throughout their time at the racecourse The locations and vehicle movements of these skilled specialists during racing are designed to provide a rapid response to any incident across the site. We also have a highspecification horse ambulance in attendance at every fixture to enable safe transport of a horse from the track to our on-site veterinary treatment facility for further treatment, or to the nearest equine referral hospital.

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 minimizing 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.greatyarmouth-racecourse.co.uk.

SIXTH RACE 5.00

ONE MILE, STRAIGHT (8F AND 3YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS THE GET RACEDAY READY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

Total prize fund

£7200 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2973, 2nd £1487, 3rd £743, 4th £372, 5th £186. (Penalty Value £3768.48) SS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): E Dunlop (17 wins from 143 runners, 12%) runs KITTY’S DREAM TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): E Dunlop (3 wins from 13 runners, 23%) runs KITTY’S DREAM LONGEST TRAVELLER: TYPEFACE trained by I Williams, Alvechurch, 194 miles.

A race lacking in depth and TYPEFACE appeals most ahead of Merapi. The class-dropping King of Charm can also make the frame

1.TYPEFACE 2.MERAPI 3.KING OF CHARM

1 MERAPI (GB) (17) 0-05222

4 9-9 (8)

B f Frankel - Canton Queen (IRE) Darragh Keenan

Apollo Horses VII Michael Keady, Newmarket

Br Rockcliffe Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who’s been runner-up on last 3 starts, latest at Wolverhampton (9.5f) 17 days ago. Fitted with first-time cheekpieces and is expected to go close again back down in trip TFRHHHHI BHA59

2 KING OF CHARM (GB) (57) 5000-06 D

B g Charming Thought - Ermyntrude George Wood

Mr P. J. Turner Martin Dunne, Newmarket

Br Paul Bocking

TIMEFORM VIEW Eleven runs since last win in 2024 Shaped as if needing run at Kempton (1m) in April. Is on a career low mark and needs the first-time cheekpieces to work TFRHHHII BHA58

3 REGAL GUEST (IRE) (12) 0/305-06 4 9-7 (9)

B g Kodiac - Odyssee (FR)

Harry Burns (3)

John Guest Racing George Margarson, Newmarket

Br Tom Radley

TIMEFORMVIEWStandout effort on his second outing when third of 11 in a 7f Kempton novice last March Seems a fragile sort though and has been well held every start since sent handicapping. Gets the cheekpieces added here and is hard to make a case for. TFRHIIII BHA57

4 SIAM FOX (IRE) (15) 3060-06 CD

8 9-7 (2)

B g Prince of Lir (IRE) - Folegandros Island (FR) Jack Mitchell

Mr Stephen J Hine Kevin & Lauren Frost, Newark

Br Con Marnane Kevin Frost Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner on long losing run. Hasn’t revived in 2 starts this season on the back of a breathing operation. Has first-time blinkers replacing cheekpieces and others are more persuasive. TFRHHIII BHA57

5 EL FOX (GB) (15) 53544-4

B f Time Test - American Endeavour (USA)

4 9-6 (4)

Luke Morris

C’Mon Reds Racing Marco Botti, Newmarket

Br The Gute Freunde Partnership Red Knot Communications

TIMEFORMVIEW Winless from 9 starts though made the frame over C&D 15 days ago. Proving consistent rather than progressive at present. TFRHHHII BHA56

6 SUITCASE SMITH (GB) (15) 6046-00

4 9-5 (7)

B g Sixties Icon - Hope Is High Gina Mangan Canuck One John Berry, Newmarket

Br Emma Berry & Robert Nastanovich

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form from 4 starts last year Well held both starts this season Very hard to make a case for. TFRHIIII BHA55

7 KITTY’S DREAM (IRE) (234) 00/6000-

4 9-4 (6)

B g Kodiac - Rocktique (USA) Jason Watson

Mr Gordon Fisher Ed Dunlop, Newmarket

Br Lynch Bages Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to make much impact in 6 starts for Alice Haynes. Has headgear and tongue strap discarded but has plenty to prove on first run for new yard TFRHIIII BHA54

8

TYPEFACE (GB) (12) 20220-6 D BF

B g Wootton Bassett - Phiz (GER)

Mr Sayed Hashish

4 9-4 (5)

Billy Loughnane

Ian Williams, Alvechurch

Br Minster Stud Tote

TIMEFORMVIEWWon twice at Ffos Las last summer Better for run when sixth of 13 in handicap at Doncaster (7f, good, 9/4) on return 12 days ago. Has the tongue strap back on and is one to take seriously back up in trip TFRHHHHH BHA54

9 CHARLATAN (IRE) (78) 21-0254 D

Ch g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Lyin Eyes

Tick Tock Partnership

Br G. Regan

6 9-3 (3)

Tom Marquand

David Simcock, Newmarket

TIMEFORM VIEW Won over 8.6f at Wolverhampton in December. In and out since and doesn’t look particularly well treated on his belated return to turf TFRHHIII BHA53

2025: CROWD QUAKE 4 9 13 Rossa Ryan 4-5 (Stuart Williams) 10 ran

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Blinkers worn first time by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1, 2, 3.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 8.

Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Merapi (GB), 9-2 Typeface (GB), 6-1 El Fox (GB), 7-1 Charlatan (IRE), 15-2 King of Charm (GB), 16-1 Siam Fox (IRE), 25-1 Suitcase Smith (GB), 40-1 Kitty’s Dream (IRE), 50-1 Regal Guest (IRE)

HORSERACE BETTING LEVY BOARD

The Horserace Betting Levy Board (HBLB) has allocated £77.1m in prize money for 2026.

Since 2000 HBLB has invested £1.5bn in prize money to support the British horseracing industry

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AFTERNOON RACING - WEDNESDAY 10TH JUNE

Prepare for an action-packed midweek afternoon at Great Yarmouth Racecourse on Wednesday 10th June 2026. With top-class flat racing on the programme and the stunning seaside providing the perfect backdrop, this is the ideal outing for racing enthusiasts and first-time visitors alike. From the parade ring to the home straight, every moment is filled with excitement, drama, and the unique energy that only live racing can deliver.

Gates Open: 13:20, First Race: 14:48

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RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 2.18 - THE WINNING EXPERIENCE WITH MOULTON RACING NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 3) (GBB/ GBBPLUS RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6480 to the winning horse and £3042 to the second. for novice three yrs old. Enter by noon, May 22nd and pay £60 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 26th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb Penalties, for each Restricted Novice or Maiden race won 5lb For each other race won 7lb (Where appropriate, median auction and auction Novice or Maiden races will carry the same penalty as Restricted races) (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties). The Racecourse will give a prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 9 entries at £60. - Closed May 22nd, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5120; Second £2560. (Penalty Value £6480) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 9 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 2.48 - THE DOWNLOAD THE AT THE RACES APP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5652 to the winning horse The second to receive £2652, the third £1325, the fourth £663 and the fifth £330. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 61-80 (also open to such horses rated 81 and 82; such horses rated 60 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £54 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £44 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 26th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 16th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Sky Sports Racing will give a prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 15 entries at £54. - Closed May 22nd, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4459; Second £2230; Third £1115; Fourth £557; Fifth £279. (Penalty Value £5652.72) SS

SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 3.23 - THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7020 to the winning horse The second to receive £3295, the third £1648 and the fourth £824. for novice two yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible. Enter by noon, May 22nd and pay £60 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 26th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb Penalties, for each Restricted Novice or Maiden race won 4lb For each other race won 7lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties). THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F have kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race. There will be a prize given to the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. The British Horseracing Authority has modified Section 2 of the BHA General Instructions for the purpose of this race. 9 entries at £60. - Closed May 22nd, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5547; Second £2773; Third £1387; Fourth £693. (Penalty Value £7020) SS

SEE PAGE 13 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 3.53 - THE NORWICH INNS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5234 to the winning horse The second to receive £2456, the third £1227, the fourth £614 and the fifth £306. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 55 and below). £50 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 26th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 16th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Norwich Inns have kindly sponsored this race and will give a prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 12 entries at £50. - Closed May 22nd, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) Weights raised 2lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 15 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 4.23 - THE SKY SPORTS RACING VIRGIN 512 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5652 to the winning horse The second to receive £2652, the third £1325, the fourth £663 and the fifth £330. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 61-80 (also open to such horses rated 81 and 82; such horses rated 60 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £54 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £44 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 26th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 16th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Sky Sports Racing Will give a prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 10 entries at £54. - Closed May 22nd, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4459; Second £2230; Third £1115; Fourth £557; Fifth £279. (Penalty Value £5652.72) SS

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 5.00 - THE GET RACEDAY READY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3768 to the winning horse The second to receive £1768, the third £883, the fourth £442 and the fifth £220. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-60 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £36 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £29 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 26th. Lowest weight 8st 9lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 16th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. The Racecourse will give a prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 13 entries, 1 at £7 and 12 at £36. - Closed May 22nd, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2973; Second £1487; Third £743; Fourth £372; Fifth £186. (Penalty Value £3768.48) SS

SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.

FIXTURE LIST 2026

KEY Bold text =Feature Day =Live Entertainment

APRIL

Saturday 11

Tuesday 21

Thursday 30 Grand National Season Opener Afternoon Racing Afternoon Racing

MAY

Wednesday 13

Wednesday 20

Thursday 28

JUNE

Wednesday 10

Thursday 11

Friday 26

JULY

Thursday 2

Wednesday 8

Wednesday 15

Thursday 23

Tuesday 28

Fixture dates, themes and entertainmentmay change.Please check the website for up to date information: (A) =Afternoon Racing (E) =EveningRacing

Afternoon Racing Evening Racing Afternoon Racing

AUGUST Sunday 2 Wednesday 5

Friday 14 Sunday 30

SEPTEMBER

Tuesday 15 Wednesday 16

Thursday 17

Afternoon Racing Afternoon Racing Residents Day OCTOBER Monday 5 Monday 12 Tuesday 20

Afternoon Racing Afternoon Racing Ladies Eveningft. ‘90s Rewind Evening Racing Afternoon Racing

Country &Western Raceday Evening Racing ft. Fleetwood Mac Tribute, Songbird Afternoon Racing

Safari Live Family Fun Day

Eastern Festival -Gents Day

Eastern Festival -John Musker Fillies Stakes

Eastern Festival -Ladies Day

Afternoon Racing Afternoon Racing Season Finale

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