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No of days since last ran
horse’s name
form guide
previous performances
/=new season
-=new year
Bold type shows all weather form
C=course winner
birthplace of horse horse’s saddlecloth number colour graphic draw weight st-lb
D=distance winner
CD=course & distance winner
BF=beaten favourite
B c Due Diligence (USA) - Harryana To (Compton Place) Adam Kirby
The Dilinquents Clive Cox, Hungerford Br Whitsbury Manor Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed his first two starts in good style, then finished well when narrow second of 8 in handicap at this C&D 23 days ago. Highly progressive to date so can up his game again to resume winning ways. TFRHHHHH BHA93
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor 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
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
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KEY Jockey Trainer
John Lamb - JPL Racing Tallulah Roberts
Remains a maiden on the flat after 12 attempts eases in grade but this does look tough Interesting to see last time out wining jockey aboard this one.
2 ORKNEYS
John Lamb - JPL Racing Isabella Oliver
A maiden on the Flat but has been placed on many occasions a lightweight determined jockey could make the difference today.
John Lamb - JPL Racing Luella Bass
Hasn’t won on the flat since winning on debut 7 years ago Often runs a good race Cheekpieces back on and a return to a surface should makes this Interesting with a good young jockey aboard
John Lamb - JPL Racing Maisie Ward
Has had limited runs on the flat but ran well in a bumper at the end of last year and on this seasonal reappearance has the help of a very experienced jockey
5 ORKNEYS PLATINUM
Nicki Marsden - JPL Racing Ella Warren
First flat race for Platinum since switching trainers, has raced with credit in the past and should do so again with this young jockey making her debut
6 BAYVIEW
Nicki Marsden - JPL Racing Lauren Morse
A good start is key with this experienced pony, could do with a slightly longer trip but will be aiming to close them all down as they go through the race from bottom weight.
Nicki Marsden - JPL Racing Esse Lee
Loves this kind of race & will relish the trip would be surprised if it wasn’t up with the pace early and will hope to use their experience to get In front when it matters.
Nicki Marsden - JPL Racing Lily May-Bush
Second season pony who has improved with every run, down in class after a great race here in December that run alone has to put him firmly in the mix. has the aid of a jockey who knows this course well
Nicki Marsden - JPL Racing Poppy Bush
A runaway winner in this grade in the past has a lightweight jockey aboard who will be hoping that to go a few places better than their last run.
Nicki Marsden - JPL Racing Lily Morse
Very rarely runs a bad race and returns to a grade where the mare has won previously This is easier than recent assignments has to have a chance
Nicki
Marsden
- JPL Racing
Jasper Roberts
Jockeys first race aboard this young pony who has been in the winners enclosure recently Should figure in the business end of this race
Nicki Marsden - JPL Racing
Sofia Hills
Steps down from Group level to graded for the first time in a while. Has bundles of speed and the assistance on a top young rider. The most likely speed to the race and may be tough to catch.
Race Review : It Appears Nicki Marsden may hold the aces for this race, Hello Jimmy has had limited runs but has accounted for most of these in the past. Neville Ran well for a young pony last time and eased in grade could find the improvement that’s needed & Lillerosendals Edgar although preferring grass, has to have a good chance
ONE MILE AND FOUR FURLONGS (AWT) (1M ABT 4F) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE CREATE YOUR BET BUILDERS AT MIDNITE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund £8400 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £3468, 2nd £1735, 3rd £867, 4th £433, 5th £217. (Penalty Value £4396.56) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): S Dow (37 wins from 371 runners, 10%) runs KINGKEER TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Fanshawe (3 wins from 9 runners, 33%) runs WONDER
WEIGHTWATCHER: PLEASANT MAN won off a handicap mark of 80, his rating is now down 10lb to 70. LONGEST TRAVELLER: PLEASANT MAN trained by J Ramsden, Newark, 163 miles.
WONDER seemingly found the application of cheekpieces doing something for him when running out a cosy winner at Southwell 8 days ago. A 4lb rise looks fair and he’s a big player under Billy Loughnane. Fellow last-time-out scorer Charlie’s Choice is next best, ahead of 4-time C&D winner Party Island and in-form Damascus Steel.
1 WONDER (GB) (8) 0664-21 D 5 10-4 (1)
Ch g Masar (IRE) - High Drama (IRE) (High Chaparral (IRE))
Billy Loughnane
Mr Gary Marney & Mrs Senel Marney James Fanshawe, Newmarket
Br Mrs V. Williams Pegasus Stables LLP
TIMEFORMVIEWReturned from a short break as good as ever, first-time cheekpieces seemingly doing something for him when cosily adding to his tally in 11-runner handicap at Southwell (12f) 8 days ago. 4lb rise looks fair and another bold bid expected
2 CHARLIE’S CHOICE (GB) (7) 2-13451 CD 6 10-2 (2)
B g Lightning Spear - Aliyana (IRE) (Iffraaj)
Taryn Langley (5)
The Future David Simcock, Newmarket
Br Tick Tock Partnership
TIMEFORMVIEWConsistent on all-weather this winter and he showed an impressive change of gear when resuming winning ways over 13f here 7 days ago, nailing a prominently-ridden one. Of firm interest again following a 2lb rise TFRHHHHI BHA77
3 DAMASCUS STEEL (IRE) (29) 4201-12 CD 6
Gr g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Shanjia (GER) (Soldier Hollow)
William Carson
(6)
Mrs Jessica Ball Denis Quinn, Newmarket
Br J. Wall & E. Kennedy
TIMEFORMVIEWEmphatic when ending a losing run at Newcastle in December and gusty when following up over C&D last month. Solid second in pursuit of hat-trick at Wolverhampton (12.2f) latest and respected in this groove TFRHHHII BHA73
4 KINGKEER (GB) (21) 0200-50 5 9-9 (7)
B g Kingman - Keertana (USA) (Johar (USA)) Paddy Bradley
LP Racing Syndicate Simon Dow, Epsom
Br Pursuit of Success LLC
TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessful from 1lb lower mark on turf for Hughie Morrison last spring Inconsistent thereafter and not figured tackling inadequate trips upon joining new yard this winter. Return to further rates a plus but others arrive with more pressing claims. TFRHHIII BHA70
5
(IRE) (25) 45340-2 5 9-9 (4)
B g Oasis Dream - Araminte (One Cool Cat (USA))
The Maple Street Partnership
Tom Marquand
Alan King, Barbury Castle
Br Exors of the Late Mrs L. Peacock Goodwin Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual 10f scorer who endured a winless 2025 but back to something like best after 3 months off when second of 9 over 14f at Wolverhampton 25 days ago, headed near line Mark has crept back up a little but respected if arriving in same form TFRHHHII BHA70
6 PLEASANT MAN (GB) (8) 054-346 D
B g Galileo (IRE) - Melito (AUS) (Redoute’s Choice (AUS)) Finley Marsh Hill Top Equestrian Centre Ltd Joey Ramsden, Newark
(3)
Br Northern Farm
TIMEFORMVIEWShaped as if back in top form without being seen to best effect when third at Chelmsford (13.3f) 3 starts back but not built on that subsequently, lesser effort when sixth at Southwell (12f) 8 days ago. Others more persuasive. TFRHHIII BHA70
7 PARTY ISLAND (IRE) (24) 00220-4 CD 9 9-6 (8)
Ch g Tagula (IRE) - Pretty Demanding (IRE) (Night Shift (USA)) George Bass
Mr A. Killoran Denis Coakley, West Ilsley
Br Mr E. Mulryan Denis Coakley Racing
TIMEFORMVIEW4-time C&D winner who dispelled a lesser effort whilst promising more than he delivered when fourth in an 11f handicap at Kempton at the start of the month. Now sports first-time cheekpieces which could help and he lines up on last winning mark TFRHHHII BHA67
8 TATMEEN (IRE) (16) 4550-06 D
5 8-9 (5)
Ch g More Than Ready (USA) - Noblesse Oblige (ITY) (Myboycharlie (IRE)) Jack Dace (5)
Mr Richard L Page & Mr Luke Dace Luke Dace, Billingshurst
Br White Birch Farm, SC
TIMEFORM VIEW Sole win came at Kempton in May and struggled since, again looking none too keen over 10f here latest. Cheekpieces added to hood. TFRHIIII BHA51
2025: ALEX THE GREAT (IRE) 5 9 9 Jack Doughty 5-4 (Tony Carroll) 10 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 8
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 7, 8. Hood worn by No. 8. Visor worn by No. 3, 6.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 5.
Stewards Note:
KINGKEER: Following its run on 7/2/2026 it was reported that the horse was slowly away.
Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Wonder (GB), 7-2 Charlie’s Choice (GB), 11-2 One Cool Dreamer (IRE), 7-1 Damascus Steel (IRE), 9-1 Party Island (IRE), 11-1 Pleasant Man (GB), 25-1 Kingkeer (GB), 50-1 Tatmeen (IRE)
5f & 1m - Outside
Remainder - Inside
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SIX FURLONGS AND ONE YARD (AWT) (6F AND 1Y) FOR THREE YRS OLD
Total prize fund £8400 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £3468, 2nd £1735, 3rd £867, 4th £433, 5th £217. (Penalty Value £4396.56) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): R Hannon (55 wins from 427 runners, 13%) runs CORNICHE GIRL TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): O Sangster (3 wins from 10 runners, 30%) runs COOL MOLLY LONGEST TRAVELLER: FAR TOO FIZZY trained by D Loughnane, Tern Hill, 195 miles.
ARISHKA’S DREAM crucially settled better when opening his account unchallenged last time and is taken to follow on handicap bow. Escape Plan and Yes Walim are likely improvers now handicapping following absences.
1 ARISHKA’S DREAM (GB) (12) 524-31 D
B c Dream Ahead (USA) - Arishka (IRE) (Dandy Man (IRE))
Diskovery XIII
Jason Watson
Daniel & Claire Kubler, Lambourn
Br Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed much improved form when winning 5-runner maiden at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 12 days ago. That highlighted he’s learning to settle and he’s fancied to confirm that progression now handicapping TFRHHHHH BHA70
2 ESCAPE PLAN (GB) (165) 042- 9-8 (7)
B g Ardad (IRE) - Lamya (GER) (Choisir (AUS))
Ms V.E. Macauley
Tom Marquand
Tom Ward, Upper Lambourn
Br Arwyn Morgans Smulders
TIMEFORM VIEW Displayed race-by-race progress in 3 starts at 2 yrs, runner-up in a Wolverhampton novice (6.1f) in September Gelded ahead of return and he’s open to further improvement now handicapping. Tongue tie applied. TFRHHHHI BHA69
3 YES WALIIM (IRE) (82) 535- 9-5 (8)
B g Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Caelica (IRE) (Sea The Stars (IRE))
Billy Loughnane
Mr Jaber Abdullah Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn
Br T. Stewart & J. Hanly
TIMEFORMVIEWImproved on debut form when third in a Southwell novice (6.1f) last summer Possible he needed first start for 4 months (gelded) at Wolverhampton in December and surprise were he not capable of better now handicapping following wind surgery. TFRHHHHI BHA66
4 HENRIETTE RONNER (GB) (17) 043-014 D
9-5 (4)
B f Bobby’s Kitten (USA) - Quintada (Leroidesanimaux (BRZ)) Robert Havlin
Mr Gary Downie Martin Dunne, Newmarket
Br Miss K. Rausing Lorry Living
TIMEFORMVIEWBroke her duck in 8-runner handicap at Newcastle (15/2) in January, looking much more straightforward with blinkers fitted 8lb hike in weights enough to prevent follow-up for new yard at Southwell 17 days ago, the headgear not seeming to work so well a second time, either TFRHHIII BHA66
5 COOL MOLLY (IRE) (35) 2332-15 BF 9-5 (2)
B f Cotai Glory - Mollie The Moo (IRE) (Requinto (IRE))
Hector Crouch
Nick Bradley Racing 15 & Partner Ollie Sangster, Marlborough
Br Tally-Ho Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWConsistent prior to landing 8-runner maiden at Chelmsford (5f) 2 starts back. Can have a line put through handicap debut run here since (caught wide throughout) and return to 6f holds no fears, but others less exposed TFRHHHII BHA66
6 FAR TOO FIZZY (GB) (16) 202-310 CD
9-4 (3)
B c Far Above (IRE) - Fizzy Feet (IRE) (Footstepsinthesand) Hollie Doyle
David Lowe David Loughnane, Tern Hill
Br The Lowe Family Dave Loughnane Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Made all when bolting up in 7-runner C&D handicap in January Endured a wide trip when last of 7 over 5f here 16 days ago and drawn better on this occasion TFRHHHII BHA65
7 CORNICHE GIRL (IRE) (14) 0246-23 D
9-3 (9)
B f Dandy Man (IRE) - Sweeproad (IRE) (No Nay Never (USA)) Joe Leavy
C. Munro, Mrs M Gander and Partner
Richard Hannon, Marlborough
Br Joe Fogarty Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWJust the one win to her name but she’s been unlucky on several occasions, denied a clear run when placed on each of her last 2 starts Needs the gaps to appear on return to sprinting TFRHHHHI BHA64
8
DENBY’S DREAM (GB) (7) 360-04 9-1 (6)
Gr f Kameko (USA) - Jufoon (Dubawi (IRE))
Thomas Greatrex
RC VIP Syndicate IX Charlie Pike, Stockbridge
Br J H R Horses Ltd racingclub.com
TIMEFORM VIEW Settled better equipped with a hood when close fourth in 7-runner C&D handicap last week Eased a little more in the weights TFRHHIII BHA62
D
B f Saxon Warrior (JPN) - The Stalking Moon (IRE) (Arcano (IRE)) Finley Marsh
Major Wintle Partnership Adrian Wintle, Westbury-On-Severn
Br Mr Thomas Hore
TIMEFORMVIEWProved a different proposition when emphatically opening her account on stable debut at Wolverhampton (6.1f) in January. Step up to 7f appeared to stretch her back there 3 weeks ago and this more suitable, but draw makes things tricky TFRHHIII BHA60
42-2041
B g Nando Parrado - Champagne Aerial (IRE) (Night Shift (USA)) Jonny Peate
Amphitheatre Racing Limited Scott Dixon, Rolleston
Br J. Costello
TIMEFORM VIEW Capitalised on falling mark in 7-runner C&D handicap last week Back up in class here. TFRHHHII BHA58
2025: KATS BOB 7 9 6 William Pyle 5-2 (Ruth Carr) 6 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 10
Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 2. Hood worn by No. 8. Blinkers worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 10.
Running for the first time since Gelding No. 2. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 3. Stewards Note:
COOL MOLLY: Following its run on 24/1/2026 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.
FAR TOO FIZZY: Following its run on 12/2/2026 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed.
CORNICHE GIRL: Following its run on 14/2/2026 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Arishka’s Dream (GB), 13-2 Escape Plan (GB), 8-1 Yes Waliim (IRE), Cool Molly (IRE), Corniche Girl (IRE), 9-1 Mister Moet (IRE), 10-1 Far Too Fizzy (GB), 14-1 Luna Beaux (IRE), 18-1 Henriette Ronner (GB), Denby’s Dream (GB)
ONE MILE AND ONE YARD (AWT) (1M AND 1YD) FOR NOVICE THREE YRS OLD
THE BET £10 GET £40 WITH BETMGM NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £10000 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £4267, 2nd £2133, 3rd £1067, 4th £533. (Penalty Value £5400) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): R Hughes (43 wins from 280 runners, 15%) runs CAPTAIN FOX TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Hughes (2 wins from 9 runners, 22%) runs CAPTAIN FOX
LONGEST TRAVELLER: SOVEREIGN BAY trained by Dr R Newland & J Insole Droitwich, 146 miles.
Having progressed with each run as a 2-y-o, CAPTAIN FOX appeals as the type to do better again this year and he earns the vote with the step up to 1m expected to suit Sovereign Bay is the main danger.
1
Ch g Australia - Tough Spirit (IRE) (Iffraaj)
Finley Marsh
Mr Bernie Dickson Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn
Br Denis McDonnell Agetur (UK) Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWImproved with each run as a juvenile, runner-up over 7f here before third in 8-runner maiden at Newmarket in September, that despite still looking rough around the edges. Strong sort who promises to do better again as a 3-y-o having been gelded TFRHHHHH BHA81
2
(IRE) (32) 2 BF
Ro g Dark Angel (IRE) - Colour of Light (IRE) (Shamardal (USA)) Harry Davies
Rabbah Racing Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket
Br Godolphin
TIMEFORM VIEW Son of Dark Angel gelded before debut when never looked like justifying cramped odds in 7.2f novice at Wolverhampton. That experience won’t have been wasted on him though, and he’s a likely improver. TFRHHHII BHA-
3 SOVEREIGN BAY (FR) (24) 2
B g New Bay - Holy Roman Empress (IRE) (American Pharoah (USA)) Hollie Doyle
(5)
China Horse Club International Limited Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich
Br China Horse Club International Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW New Bay gelding who showed plenty to work on when second in 10-runner Newcastle maiden (1m) at the start of the month, looking the likely winner before early exertions/know-how in finish told Sure to progress TFRHHHHI BHA-
(176) 60-
Ch f Lope de Vega (IRE) - Over All (IRE) (Galileo (IRE)) Callum Shepherd
Victorious Forever George Scott, Newmarket
Br Newsells Park Stud JS Bloodstock Consultancy, George Scott Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Down the field both starts in turf novice events last summer and handicaps promise to be more her bag after this run in a first-time hood TFRHHIII BHA-
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B f Mondialiste (IRE) - Bakoura (FR) (Kouroun (FR))
9-2 (2)
Thomas Greatrex
RC VIP Syndicate II Charlie Pike, Stockbridge
Br Mr Pierre Lamy racingclub.com
TIMEFORMVIEW Mondialiste filly. Half-sister to winner up to 7f Bagoken and 1m-9.4f winner Bak’s Wood Equipped with a hood for debut and percentage call to look elsewhere unless market vibes suggest otherwise. TFRHHIII BHA-
2025: RAHIEBB 3 9 4 Jack Mitchell 13-2 (Roger Varian) 9 ran
Hood worn first time by No. 4. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 1.
Stewards Note:
DECLARED RUNNERS 5
CAPTAIN FOX: Following its run on 26/9/2025 it was reported that the horse suffered interference.
Probable S.P’s: 6-4 Captain Fox (IRE), 2-1 Sovereign Bay (FR), 10-3 Kokushoku (IRE), 20-1 Lady Vanguard (GB), 25-1 The Bureau Club (FR)
SEVEN FURLONGS AND ONE YARD (AWT) FOR THREE YRS OLD
(CLASS 1) (LISTED RACE)
Total prize fund £60000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £26736, 2nd £10974, 3rd £5490, 4th £2742, 5th £1374, 6th £684. (Penalty Value £34026) A SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): A Balding (63 wins from 319 runners, 20%) runs SIR ALBERT TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Balding (5 wins from 15 runners, 33%) runs SIR ALBERT LONGEST TRAVELLER: STAR STREWN trained by A McGuinness, Ireland.
Impressive C&D winner RICHIE’S ROCKET can take this en route to better things Sir Albert looks the chief danger on his return to 7f, while Ten Carat Harry isn’t without hope of extending a remarkable run of all-weather victories.
1
(GB) (22) 110-440
B c Ubettabelieveit (IRE) - Sand And Deliver (Royal Applause) Billy Loughnane Victorious Forever George Boughey, Newmarket
Br Peter Balding Star Sports Bet, George Boughey Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Speedily-bred colt who didn’t manage to match his useful juvenile form in 3 runs at Meydan this winter. No guarantee the longer trip will suit on all-weather debut, either TFRHHHII BHA94
2 RICHIE’S ROCKET (IRE) (100) 31- CD
Ch c New Bay - White Bullet (Exceed And Excel (AUS)) Hector Crouch Palmont Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down
(6)
Br China Horse Club R M Beckett Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Confirmed debut promise in spades when quickening clear for a decisive success in C&D maiden in November That performance (backed up by the clock) sets the standard and there should be even better to come TFRHHHHH BHA-
3 SHAHIK (GB) (142) 321- 9-4 (8)
B g Showcasing - Musical Art (IRE) (Dutch Art) Hollie Doyle
Peter & Dee Airey Michael Keady, Newmarket
Br Highclere Stud Construction Professionals Hr & Recruitment
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive in trio of starts for George Boughey, showing a sharp turn of foot to win 4-runner Newcastle maiden in October. Further progress likely but he’s in much deeper waters on first run for new yard TFRHHIII BHA83
4 SIR ALBERT (IRE) (133) 511130- D
Br c No Nay Never (USA) - Al Joza (Dubawi (IRE))
Mrs A. Althani
9-4 (7)
Jason Watson
Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
Br The Imperium Syndicate Barberini Bloodstock Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Most progressive as 2-y-o, completing hat-trick before third in Doncaster listed race in September. Easy to forgive end of season run over 6f on Champions Day and looks to have plenty in his favour on return. TFRHHHHI BHA101
5 TEN CARAT HARRY (GB) (43) 31111-1 C
B g Ardad (IRE) - Go On Mary (USA) (Broken Vow (USA))
The Ten Club
9-4 (1)
Tom Marquand
Jamie Osborne, Upper Lambourn
Br Ms Jessica Slack Jell Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWImproved again to make it a perfect 6-6 on all-weather, landing a deeper race than previously contested at Newcastle last month. Could have still more to offer tackling 7f for the first time on this surface TFRHHHHI BHA97
6 BELLA LYRA (GER) (134) 313342- 8-13 (2)
B f Oasis Dream - Baden Baden (GER) (Sea The Moon (GER))
Jastar Capital Limited
Br Gestut Gorlsdorf
Finley Marsh
Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn
Jastar Capital Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWNear-useful as a 2-y-o, ending the season with a second in a valuable conditions race on first start over this trip at Baden-Baden May prove vulnerable to more progressive types in this, however. TFRHHHII BHA99
7 STARFINCH (IRE) (46) 0-1
B f Mehmas (IRE) - Astadash (IRE) (Zoffany (IRE))
Mrs Frank Barry and Mrs Luke Barry
Br Mrs Liz Barry & Mr Luke Barry
8-13 (5)
Kaiya Fraser
Harry Eustace, Newmarket
Rank Interactive (Gibraltar) Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Left behind her debut form when making winning start for new connections in 6f Southwell novice last month. Longer trip will be in her favour but she’ll need to improve markedly in the face of much stiffer opposition TFRHHIII BHA-
8 STAR STREWN (IRE) (17) 43-1 D
8-13 (4)
B f Starman - Marian Halcombe (USA) (Bernardini (USA)) Callum Shepherd
Adam R Potts & B Sheerin
Br M. & M. Butler
Adrian McGuinness, Ireland
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a gamble in 7f Dundalk maiden on stable debut earlier this month. That unlikely to be her ceiling but this step up in class looks a bridge too far. TFRHHIII BHA83
2025: REBEL’S GAMBLE (IRE) 3 9 4 Clifford Lee 9-4 (K R Burke) 7 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 8.
Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Richie’s Rocket (IRE), 7-2 Sir Albert (IRE), 6-1 Ten Carat Harry (GB), 10-1 Bella Lyra (GER), 12-1 Hilitany (GB), 20-1 Starfinch (IRE), Star Strewn (IRE), 33-1 Shahik (GB)
Wishing you a day filled with winners!
Lots of love your 1st prize husband Liam x
SEVEN FURLONGS AND ONE YARD (AWT) (7F AND 1YD) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE READ MEG NICHOLLS’ BLOG AT
HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV I)
Total prize fund
£7200 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £2973, 2nd £1487, 3rd £743, 4th £372, 5th £186. (Penalty Value £3768.48) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): M Attwater (26 wins from 439 runners, 6%) runs PITNEY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Owen (8 wins from 38 runners, 21%) runs PROFIT STREET
WEIGHTWATCHER: PROFIT STREET won off a handicap mark of 64, his rating is now down 6lb to 58. LONGEST TRAVELLER: HOW’S THE GUVNOR trained by J Candlish, Leek, 188 miles.
POKE THE BEAR may well prove capable of landing a fourth course success, with in-form Profit Street looking the main danger if back out again quickly
1 HOW’S THE GUVNOR (IRE) (11) 3-21134 D
B g Calyx - Blessing (USA) (Pulpit (USA))
Darragh Keenan
Set Barabbas Free Jennie Candlish, Leek
Br Sir Robert Ogden Equine Products UK Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWWon handicaps with something to spare at Southwell and Wolverhampton in January and is likely to give his running again having finished close fourth of 10 at Wolverhampton (9/2) 11 days ago. Others might be better weighted now, however TFRHHHII BHA65
2 KING DAVID (IRE) (7) 53-6424 D
Gr g Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Lady Rosamunde (Maria’s Mon (USA)) Hollie Doyle Moynihan,Crew,Philpott,Patterson,Brian Gay Kelleway, Newmarket
Br Newstead Breeding
TIMEFORM VIEW Hit the frame for third consecutive race when fourth of 9 at Chelmsford last week but widest draw isn’t ideal for one who’s proved difficult to win with. TFRHHHII BHA64
3 POKE THE BEAR (IRE) (7) 3-61102 CD
B g Eqtidaar (IRE) - Anaakeed (Dubawi (IRE))
4 9-7 (1)
Tyler Heard
Miss Hayley Burton Hayley Burton, Newmarket
Br Oristown Stud Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWChased home a fellow in-form sort at this track last week and, while he’ll need some luck from stall 1 (often starts slowly), his excellent course record makes him the one to beat TFRHHHHH BHA63
4 MERAPI (GB) (61) 254640-
B f Frankel - Canton Queen (IRE) (Shamardal (USA))
Apollo Horses VII
Br Rockcliffe Stud
4 9-5 (3)
Kyle McHugh (7)
Michael Keady, Newmarket
TIMEFORM VIEW Inconsistent maiden who would need to get back to best for a switch of yards TFRHHIII BHA61
5 PITNEY (IRE) (14) 32-4445 D
B g Mehmas (IRE) - Mercifilly (FR) (Whipper (USA))
Dare To Dream Racing
5 9-5 (4)
Kieren Fox
Michael Attwater, Epsom
Br Haras Du Saubouas & F. Bragato daretodreamracing.co.uk
TIMEFORM VIEW In contrast to previous two starts, had no excuses when fifth of 8 at Lingfield (5/1) 14 days ago and is possibly better over 1m nowadays TFRHHHII BHA61
6 OBERON HILL (IRE) (307) 4236- 5 9-4 (5)
B g Ribchester (IRE) - Ard Na Sidhe (IRE) (Fastnet Rock (AUS))
Mr Jonathan Richard Dean Burnside
Br Epona Bloodstock Ltd
Finley Marsh
Jim & Suzi Best, Lewes
TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t improve for the switch to a handicap when sixth of 10 at Wetherby (33/1) last April and starts life with new yard having been off for nearly a year
7 PROFIT STREET (IRE) (3) 2-33412 CD
B g Profitable (IRE) - Street Marie (USA) (Street Cry (IRE)) Jason Watson
The Horse Watchers 12 & Value Racing
James Owen, Newmarket
(7)
Br Yulong Investments (Australia) Pty Timeform
TIMEFORM VIEW Underlined his consistency for current yard with a course win/second this month and no reason to think the quick turnaround will be an issue.
EDERGOLE’S GIFT (IRE) (7) 160-206 CD 5 9-1 (6)
B m Reliable Man - Irishstone (IRE) (Danehill Dancer (IRE)) Jack Gilligan
The Go Betweeners Conrad Allen, Newmarket Br Edergole Thoroughbred Ltd Conrad Allen Racing
TIMEFORMVIEW
Looked as good as ever when narrowly denied over C&D off 1lb lower last month but 2 runs since haven’t been up to that mark TFRHHHII BHA57
2025: GANESHA 4 9 4 Rowan Scott 9-4 (Phillip Makin) 6 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Visor worn first time by No. 2. Hood worn by No. 1. Visor worn by No. 5, 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3, 8.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8.
Stewards Note:
MERAPI: Following its run on 29/12/2025 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Poke The Bear (IRE), 7-2 Profit Street (IRE), 11-2 King David (IRE), 15-2 Pitney (IRE), 8-1 How’s The Guvnor (IRE), 10-1 Edergole’s Gift (IRE), 16-1 Merapi (GB), 20-1 Oberon Hill (IRE)
SIXTH RACE 3.52
SEVEN FURLONGS AND ONE YARD (AWT) (7F AND 1YD) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE READ MEG NICHOLLS’ BLOG AT
HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV II)
Total prize fund
£7200 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £2973, 2nd £1487, 3rd £743, 4th £372, 5th £186. (Penalty Value £3768.48) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): T Carroll (66 wins from 617 runners, 11%) runs ROYAL JET
TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Carroll (5 wins from 52 runners, 10%) runs ROYAL JET
U S S CONSTITUTION can make it 2-2 since rejoining Ed Walker, 4-time course winner Dandy Khan and the thriving Royal Jet perhaps making things hardest for him.
1
B g Coach House (IRE) - Sofia Royale (Royal Applause) Tom Marquand
Mr Wayne Brackstone, Mr Steve Whitear Simon Hodgson, Hook
Br Mr W. Brackstone & Mr S. J. Whitear
TIMEFORM VIEW Made the frame in first-time headgear on his second handicap start at Kempton last month but doesn’t look to be improving. TFRHHIII BHA65
2 MY BOY HARRY (GB) (17) 0-51213 D
B g Massaat (IRE) - Malmostosa (Intikhab (USA)) Finley Marsh
Mr R. A. Popely Jim & Suzi Best, Lewes
Br Hever Stud Farm Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Proved himself still in fine heart when third of 7 at Kempton earlier this month following a couple of wins this year but may again be anchored by a career-high mark TFRHHHII BHA64
3 U S S CONSTITUTION (IRE) (24) 50000-1 D 6 9-6 (4)
B g U S Navy Flag (USA) - Stor Mo Chroi (IRE) (Montjeu (IRE)) Hector Crouch
Mr P. K. Siu Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn
Br Epona Bloodstock Ltd ABM Catering Facilities Management
TIMEFORM VIEW Justified support when capitalising on a very lenient mark at Kempton 24 days ago on return to Britain and a 7lb rise is unlikely to prevent a follow-up. TFRHHHHH BHA62
4 ROYAL JET (GB) (22) 01-3111 CD 6 9-5 (2)
Ch g Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Goleta (IRE) (Royal Applause) William Carson
Mrs P Clark & partner Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Br Kingsmead Bloodstock Ltd Mill House Racing Limited
TIMEFORMVIEW At the top of his game, winning 4 of his last 5 starts (twice at this course), and another good run expected even though the rise in grade makes life a bit tougher. TFRHHHII BHA61
5 DANDY KHAN (IRE) (12) 2-15350 CD 4 9-4 (8)
B f Dandy Man (IRE) - Inchikhan (Dalakhani (IRE))
Billy Loughnane
Dark Blue Bloodstock Jim Boyle, Epsom
Br Mrs Olivia Hoare Jim Boyle Racing
TIMEFORMVIEW Four-time course winner Disappointed away from this track last time but can bounce back for the return of headgear/Billy Loughnane TFRHHHHI BHA60
6 NORTHERN ATTITUDE (IRE) (8) 423-206 4
6NORTHERN E)
B f Dark Angel (IRE) - Sharnberry (Shamardal (USA))
Hill Top Equestrian Centre Ltd
Br Mr S. Chappell
(7)
Joey Ramsden, Newark
TIMEFORM VIEW Ran better than on previous start when sixth of 12 at Southwell (9/1) 8 days ago but remains a long-standing maiden TFRHHHII BHA60
MEFORM than st t HHH BHA
7 MIGHTY RULER (IRE) (19) 005-140 CD 4 9-1 (5)
B g Mehmas (IRE) - Macau (FR) (Dashing Blade)
Paddy Bradley The Attwater Partnership Michael Attwater, Epsom
Br Con Marnane
TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark in lower grade here in January. Had no excuses when below par at Wolverhampton last time, however. TFRHHHII BHA57
8 ROMAN EMPEROR (GB) (3) 2-66005
B g Magna Grecia (IRE) - Alsaaden (Acclamation)
John Ryan Racing Partnership
Br BB Thoroughbreds
5 8-9 (6)
Callum Shepherd
John Ryan, Newmarket
TIMEFORM VIEW Went close over C&D in December but hasn’t troubled the judge since TFRHHIII BHA51
2025:(See Div 1)
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
Hood worn by No. 4. Blinkers worn by No. 2, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 5, 7.
Stewards Note:
MIGHTY RULER: Following its run on 9/2/2026 it was reported that the horse ran too free.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 U S S Constitution (IRE), 5-1 Dandy Khan (IRE), 11-2 Royal Jet (GB), 8-1 My Boy Harry (GB), 9-1 Mighty Ruler (IRE), 12-1 Rory’s Royale (GB), 14-1 Roman Emperor (GB)
FRIDAY 3 APRIL ALL-WEATHER VASE DAY
SEVEN FURLONGS AND ONE YARD (AWT) (7F AND 1YD) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
Total prize fund £6600 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £2725, 2nd £1363, 3rd £681, 4th £341, 5th £170. (Penalty Value £3454.44) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): J Ryan (11 wins from 126 runners, 9%) runs SEDGEMOOR & WORLD OF DARCY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Quinn (2 wins from 3 runners, 67%) runs CUBAN FIESTA LONGEST TRAVELLER: LEGENDSOFTHELAND trained by A Wintle, Westbury-On-Severn, 147 miles.
CUBAN FIESTA can make his first start in classified company a winning one Jake Loves Laura might be next best following a more encouraging effort at Chelmsford earlier this month.
colours no horse
1 SEDGEMOOR (IRE) (9) 00000-1 D
Ch g Churchill (IRE) - Kemble (IRE) (Kodiac)
Tom Marquand
Deerfield Syndicate John Ryan, Newmarket
Br Pier House Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWJustified support dropped into classified company in first-time blinkers at Newcastle 9 days ago on final start for John Butler, and cannot be discounted if headgear has same effect with Marquand booked TFRHHHII BHA51
2 CUBAN FIESTA (GB) (24) 266-020
Gr g Havana Grey - Party Peace (Excelebration (IRE))
Jack Dace (5)
Mr K D Fisher Denis Quinn, Newmarket
Br Mickley Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Disappointed on rare start over 6f at Kempton last time but ran well in a C&D handicap prior to that and looks well worth another chance on first start in classified company. TFRHHHHH BHA50
3 JAKE LOVES LAURA (GB) (20) 05400-3
B f Land Force (IRE) - Superego (Sepoy (AUS))
Upper Coombe Farm
4 9-9 (4)
Billy Loughnane
Clare Hobson, Royston
Br Highclere Stud Clare Hobson Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWMaiden who made a fairly encouraging return from 12 weeks off when third at Chelmsford earlier this month and could fare better now in classified company with Loughnane booked TFRHHHHI BHA48
4 LEGENDSOFTHELAND (IRE) (22) 06006-3
4 9-9 (3)
Ch g Legends of War (USA) - Dubai Romance (IRE) (Dubawi (IRE)) Finley Marsh
Mr Adrian Wintle Adrian Wintle, Westbury-On-Severn
Br John Cullinan
TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped better than the result when third on reappearance following gelding/ breathing operations, but will need to build on that TFRHHIII BHA44
5 TILSWORTH MAX (GB) (18) 603-135 CD
B g Telescope (IRE) - Lady Bonanova (IRE) (Haatef (USA))
Mr M. Ng
6 9-9 (6)
Jonny Peate
J. R. Jenkins, Royston
Br Michael Ng Tilsworth Stud Farm
TIMEFORM VIEW Had plenty go his way when off the mark in similar event over C&D in January and hasn’t been able to replicate that effort fully on either start since TFRHHHII BHA50
6 WORLD OF DARCY (IRE) (18) 2-06650
B g Soldier’s Call - Alicia Darcy (IRE) (Sir Prancealot (IRE))
Das Racing Limited
5 9-9 (2)
Darragh Keenan
John Ryan, Newmarket
Br Mr Thomas Foley Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Has struggled in 5 starts this year since finishing second here over 6f before Christmas. TFRHIIII BHA42
2025: MARGOT ROBBIE 5 9 9 P J McDonald 5-4 (Geoff Oldroyd) 7 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Blinkers worn by No. 1, 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2.
Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Cuban Fiesta (GB), 5-2 Sedgemoor (IRE), 9-2 Jake Loves Laura (GB), 6-1 Tilsworth Max (GB), 12-1 Legendsoftheland (IRE), 28-1 World of Darcy (IRE)
ONE MILE ABOUT TWO FURLONGS (AWT) (ABT 10F) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
Total prize fund
£8400 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £3468, 2nd £1735, 3rd £867, 4th £433, 5th £217. (Penalty Value £4396.56) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): T Carroll (66 wins from 617 runners, 11%) runs OMAN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Owen (8 wins from 38 runners, 21%) runs LATIN LONGEST TRAVELLER: THE SWEET ESCAPE trained by D Loughnane, Tern Hill, 195 miles.
Last month’s C&D win probably didn’t get to the bottom of KING’S HAND and if in the same form starting out for a new stable he can confirm his superiority over Tommy’s Promise, while The Sweet Escape could be worth another chance.
1 ROBBO (IRE) (24) 51060-0
B g Camacho - Mandoria (GER) (Adlerflug (GER))
Mr T. Faulkner
Robert Havlin
Thomas Faulkner, Devauden
Br Kildaragh Stud Valley Water Services Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Caught wide on stable debut/reappearance at Kempton earlier this month and difficult to know what sort of form he’s in having ended his time with the Moores well below par. TFRHHIII BHA75
2 OMAN (IRE) (33) 0251-22 D
Ch g Australia - Awohaam (IRE) (Iffraaj)
Mr A. W. Carroll
Tom Marquand
Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Br Churchtown B/stock,Grouseridge & Carhue Mill House Racing Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWWon at Wolverhampton in December and has been runner-up both starts since, though without getting near the winner either time Booking of Tom Marquand a plus. TFRHHHII BHA72
3 SEA FOUNDER (GB) (29) 1460-00
B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Mullein (Oasis Dream)
E Kelly, J Blake & Partners
4 9-6 (1)
Finley Marsh
Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn
Br The Countess of Rothes Agetur (UK) Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Has likely been finding his feet on both starts since returning from an absence and, though he drops in class, it’s hard to be confident over his chances TFRHHIII BHA72
4 MISS HERSCHEL (GER) (17) 3/240-0
4 9-4 (5)
Ch f Sea The Stars (IRE) - Miss Germany (GER) (Lord of England (GER)) Jason Watson
Mrs S. M. Rogers
Br Gestut Gorlsdorf
Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
TIMEFORM VIEW Has gone the wrong way since being placed on her first 2 starts (both at this track), running poorly on handicap debut/reappearance at Kempton earlier this month. TFRHHIII BHA70
5 KING’S HAND (GB) (30) 255-031 CD 4 9-3 (6)
B g Kingman - Entity (Shamardal (USA))
Mr J. E. Parr
Billy Loughnane
Joseph Parr, Newmarket
Br Cheveley Park Stud Limited Joseph Parr Racing
TIMEFORMVIEW Off the mark over C&D on final start for Sir Mark Prescott last month before being picked up for 32,000 gns by new connections. Still less exposed than most of these. TFRHHHHH BHA69
6 LATIN (IRE) (21) 4-11146 BF
B g No Nay Never (USA) - Hazakiyra (IRE) (Camelot)
5 9-2 (7)
Paddy Bradley
GTS Racing James Owen, Newmarket
Br Lynch Bages Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Rattled up a quickfire hat-trick at Wolverhampton last month, but has hinted in 2 starts since that he may be feeling the effects of a busy campaign. TFRHHHII BHA68
7 TOMMY’S PROMISE (GB) (30) 3111-12 CD BF 5 9-1 (8)
B g Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Sister Red (IRE) (Diamond Green (FR)) Darragh Keenan
Mr Gerry McGladery John Ryan, Newmarket
Br Mr G McGladery
TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged 3 C&D wins as part of a 4-timer this winter and was clearly still in fine heart when chasing home King’s Hand last time TFRHHHHI BHA67
8 THE SWEET ESCAPE (GB) (35) 44366-0 4 8-10
B g Zoustar (AUS) - Stepping Out (IRE) (Tagula (IRE))
Hollie Doyle
David Lowe David Loughnane, Tern Hill
Br The Lowe Family Dave Loughnane Racing TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t get home having helped force a sound gallop over 1 1/2m at this course last time and should fare better if ridden more efficiently from a handy draw TFRHHHHI BHA62
2025: BOBBY JOE LEG 11 9 4 James Sullivan 11-1 (Ruth Carr) 7 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Hood worn by No. 5. Visor worn by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 8.
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 King’s Hand (GB), 9-2 Tommy’s Promise (GB), 5-1 Oman (IRE), 6-1 Latin (IRE), 8-1 The Sweet Escape (GB), 12-1 Sea Founder (GB), Miss Herschel (GER), 16-1 Robbo (IRE)
The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £824,512 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 1st January to 27th March 2026
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First Race 1.00 - THE CREATE YOUR BET BUILDERS AT MIDNITE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4396 to the winning horse The second to receive £2063, the third £1030, the fourth £515 and the fifth £257. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 55 and below). £42 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £34 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 26th. Lowest weight: 5-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 4-y-o 8st 7lb Highest weight: 5-y-o and up 10st; 4-y-o 9st 12lb Penalties, after February 21st, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Midnite has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. 16 entries at £42. - Closed February 23rd, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3468; Second £1735; Third £867; Fourth £433; Fifth £217. (Penalty Value £4396.56) SS SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 1.30 - THE ALWAYS GAMBLE RESPONSIBLY AT BETMGM HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4396 to the winning horse The second to receive £2063, the third £1030, the fourth £515 and the fifth £257. for three yrs old only, Rated 51-70 (also open to such horses rated 50 and below). £42 stake if the horse is rated 51 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 50 or lower with £34 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 26th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after February 21st, 2026, for each race won 6lb. BetMGM has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. 14 entries at £42. - Closed February 23rd, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3468; Second £1735; Third £867; Fourth £433; Fifth £217. (Penalty Value £4396.56) SS
SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 2.05 - THE BET £10 GET £40 WITH BETMGM NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5400 to the winning horse The second to receive £2535, the third £1268 and the fourth £634. for novice three yrs old. Enter by noon, February 23rd and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 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). BetMGM has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. 13 entries at £50. - Closed February 23rd, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4267; Second £2133; Third £1067; Fourth £533. (Penalty Value £5400) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 2.35 - THE BetMGM SPRING CUP STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £34026 to the winning horse The second to receive £12900, the third £6456, the fourth £3216, the fifth £1614 and the sixth £810. for three yrs old only. Enter by noon, February 23rd and pay £300 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 26th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb Penalties, after August 31st, 2025, a winner of a Listed race 3lb Of a Pattern race 5lb. BetMGM has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. 13 entries at £300. - Closed February 23rd, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £26736; Second £10974; Third £5490; Fourth £2742; Fifth £1374; Sixth £684. (Penalty Value £34026) A SS SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 3.10 - THE READ MEG NICHOLLS’ BLOG AT betmgm.co.uk HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV I) 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 46-65 (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. February 26th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after February 21st, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. BetMGM has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. 13 entries, 1 at £7 and 12 at £36. - Closed February 23rd, 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.
Sixth Race 3.52 - THE READ MEG NICHOLLS’ BLOG AT betmgm.co.uk HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV II) 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 46-65 (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. February 26th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after February 21st, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. BetMGM has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. 13 entries at £36. - Closed February 23rd, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2973; Second £1487; Third £743; Fourth £372; Fifth £186. (Penalty Value £3768.48) SS SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 4.30 - THE DAILY PROFIT BOOSTS AT betmgm.co.uk CLASSIFIED 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-50. Enter by noon, February 23rd and pay £33 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 26th. Weights: 9st 9lb each Penalties, after February 21st, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb NOTE: For horses reassessed since the publication of the qualifying rating list for entry, the excess in any rating above the rating band shall be added to the weights stated above. BetMGM has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. ELIMINATION: Protection from elimination will operate in the following order. Horses which, in the opinion of the Handicapper, have the highest Handicap Rating based on races run up to and including the Saturday prior to closing, except that horses which have run fewer than seven times in a Flat race will be given priority. Random balloting will apply where horses have identical Handicap Ratings. (In the case of horses which have raced fewer than 7 times, no preference will be given to those with the least number of runs. Those with the highest handicap rating will be given preference). 13 entries at £33. - Closed February 23rd, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £2725; Second £1363; Third £681; Fourth £341; Fifth £170. (Penalty Value £3454.44) SS SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.
Eighth Race 5.05 - THE MIDNITE, BUILDING THE FUTURE OF BETTING HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4396 to the winning horse The second to receive £2063, the third £1030, the fourth £515 and the fifth £257. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 55 and below). £42 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £34 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 26th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after February 21st, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Midnite has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. 17 entries at £42. - Closed February 23rd, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3468; Second £1735; Third £867; Fourth £433; Fifth £217. (Penalty Value £4396.56) SS
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