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INFORMATION
Abandonment Policy
In the event of a race meeting being abandoned before the first race, a full refund will be made If the meeting is abandoned after the first race but before the third, a 50% refund will be made in the same manner as a full refund. If the meeting is abandoned after the third race, no refund will be made Customers must retain their badges, which are date stamped and numbered, in order to obtain a refund They must be presented or sent to the Racecourse Office from two days after the meeting Hospitality & Admission Packages are subject to charges if food has been consumed
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Children
In the interest of safety and security, a maximum of three children per adult can be admitted free of charge to Newcastle Racecourse. Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult at all times
Disabled Viewing Area
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Emergency Procedures
In the unlikely event that the racecourse has to abandon racing and evacuate buildings please read the following information for your safety. Racecourse management will only take such action if an emergency situation such as a fire or possible bomb threat and at all times decisions will be taken placing public safety as a priority.
In the event that an evacuation is necessary an announcement will be made over the public address system.
Unless otherwise instructed, all customers and staff will be evacuated to the race rail clear of all buildings and cars and not allowed to access car parks or move vehicles. This is for public safety and to allow emergency services such as the fire brigade to attend as quickly as possible In the event of the evacuation being averted or it is clear for the public to return to the public buildings a further public announcement will be made. If no instructions are given owing to failure of the public address the public should assemble as follows:
a) Premier Enclosure - centre of the course via the horsegate adjacent to the parade ring
b) Grandstand and Paddock Enclosure - lawn area at the east end of the enclosure.
Upon discovery of a fire you should advise one of the Racecourse or Security Staff who will take the appropriate action. At all times the management and racecourse staff will endeavour to keep the public informed Your co-operation for your safety is appreciated.
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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
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TUESDAY 10 FEBRUARY (UNDER THE RULES OF RACING)
STEWARDS OF THE MEETING
MICHAEL EYRE (Chief Steward), FRANKI CLARK (Stewards' Panel Chair)
ALAN DEMPSEY, BETH DOWSWELL, SARAH RUSSELL
STARTERS
STUART TURNER
RUSSELL GARRITTY
JUDGE
DI CLARK
CLERK OF THE SCALES
KARL CURRAN
VETERINARY OFFICER
TIM DAVIES
VETERINARY SURGEONS
SALLY BOOTH
EUAN HAMMERSLEY
MAX LING
MEDICAL OFFICERS
Dr VIV TUT
Dr SION BARNARD
NURSE
SHONA OLIVER
EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS
ALEC DENT
JOE O'GORMAN
GRAHAM GRAY
COMMENTATOR
STEVEN POWELL
BETTING RING MANAGER
IAN O'NEILL
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
PAUL ELLIOTT
RACEDAY CLERK OF THE COURSE
JOE GIBSON
GROUNDS MANAGER
MARK RYAN
LEAD SAFEGUARDING OFFICIAL
PAUL ELLIOTT
DUTY SAFEGUARDING OFFICIALS
MICHAEL SMITH
PAUL ELLIOTT
Spirit Mixer - the winner of the 2025 Jenningsbet Northumberland Plate Handicap
Owners silks graphic
Horse’s name& birthplace
Horse’s saddlecloth number
17 SPIRIT
No.ofdays sincelastran
MIXER
Formguide-previous performances: / =new season, - = new year, Bold type shows All-Weather form
C = course winner, D = distance winner
CD = course & distance winner
BF = beaten favourite
weight st-lb age draw
(GB) (20) 110-502 D 7 8-10 (9)
Ch g Frankel - Arabian Queen (IRE)
Mr J. C. Smith
Rob Hornby
Andrew Balding. Kingsclere Littleton Stud Br
TIMEFORM VIEW A dual 2m scorer last term and he comes here in good form, runner-up in 2m Goodwood handicap 20 days ago. no forlon hope TFR HHHII BHA89 (+1)
KEY Owner Breeding 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
OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS EXPLAINED
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 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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FIRST RACE 4.45
ONE MILE, FOUR FURLONGS ABOUT 98 YARDS (1M 4F 98YDS) FOR THREE YRS OLD
THE READ MEG NICHOLLS’ BLOG AT betmgm.co.uk HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
Total prize fund
£6000
Owners Prize Money. 1st £2477, 2nd £1239, 3rd £619, 4th £310, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3140.40) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): A Balding (53 wins from 204 runners, 26%) runs LORD MAYOR TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Balding (4 wins from 20 runners, 20%) runs LORD MAYOR LONGEST TRAVELLER: LORD MAYOR trained by A Balding, Kingsclere, 303 miles.
RACE SUMMARY
WICKSEY won in good style here last week and can make light of a penalty, perhaps at the main expense of Andrew Balding’s Lord Mayor, who may find this track suiting him better than Lingfield.
1 LORD MAYOR (GB) (24) 003-3
B c Cityscape - Luisa Calderon
Jason Watson
Mrs I. A. Balding Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
Br Miss K. Rausing Kingsclere Training Stables TIMEFORMVIEW Fair maiden 15/8, third of 5 in handicap at Lingfield (1 1/4m) 24 days ago. Remains unexposed and this longer trip on a more galloping track could suit him better TFRHHHHI BHA63
2 WICKSEY (GB) (6) 000-1 C
B g Expert Eye - Dusty Red
Middleham Park Racing LXXXV
9-3 (in 6lb ex) (6)
Andrew Mullen
Ben Haslam, Middleham
Br Miss K. A. Bartlett Tattersalls
TIMEFORMVIEW Promising sort 20/1, career best when winning 9-runner handicap at this course (1 1/4m) 6 days ago by 2 1/4 lengths from reopposing Trust No One. A 6lb penalty may not stop him with further progress likely TFRHHHHH BHA51
3 COSPICUA (GB) (20) 00-01 D
B f Swiss Spirit - Cushat Law (IRE)
9-0 (2)
Lewis Edmunds
M & M Franklin James Tate, Newmarket
Br Mr & Mrs M. Franklin Agma Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Well suited by the significant step up in trip when making her first handicap start a winning one at Kempton (1 1/2m) 20 days ago. Should go well again TFRHHHHI BHA54
4 CONTEMPLATION (GB) (35) 06-6
B g Zarak (FR) - Careful Thought
9-0 (5)
Harry Vigors (7)
Mr Michael Buckley James Ferguson, Newmarket
Br Whatton Manor Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden Sixth of 7 in novice at Wolverhampton (8.6f, 12/1) 35 days ago. Significantly up in trip for handicap debut One to note in the betting. TFRHHHII BHA54
5 TRUST NO ONE (GB) (6) 305-132 C
B g Mohaather - Crown (IRE)
8-13 (4)
Kieran O’Neill
Starting again Lemos De Souza, Newmarket
Br R. F. and S. D. Knipe Class1Personnel
TIMEFORMVIEW Won 1 1/4m course handicap in January. Even better form when 2 1/4 lengths second of 9 to Wicksey back here (1 1/4m again) last week. Likely to give another good account. TFRHHHHI BHA53
6 RED HOUSE (GB) (19) 6-40
Ch g Ulysses (IRE) - Eleusis
Mr T. S. Ingham
8-12 (3)
Warren Fentiman (5)
Stephen Hanlon, Leyburn
Br Genesis Green Stud Ltd Sims Suzuki
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form in 3 qualifying outings over 7f/1m here in recent months Steps up significantly in trip for handicap debut with cheekpieces also added. TFRHHIII BHA52
2025: HEATHEN 6 9 10 Jason Watson 9-2 (David O’Meara) 6 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 6. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 5.
Probable S.P’s: 13-8 Wicksey (GB), 7-2 Cospicua (GB), 4-1 Lord Mayor (GB), 11-2 Trust No One (GB), 14-1 Contemplation (GB), 40-1 Red House (GB)
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
POSITION OF STALLS
1m2f and 1m4f - Outside
2m - Inside
Straight Course - Inside
RECORD TIMES
5f Spin Doctor (GB) (2yo) 25Oct16 58.05s
5f Alligator Alley (GB) (3yo+) 31Aug23 57.12s
6f Mazyoun (GB) (2yo) 25Oct16 1m 9.95s
6f Misty Grey (IRE) (3yo+) 12May24 1m 9.62s
7f 14y Commander Cole (GB) (2yo) 18Oct16 1m 25.50s
7f 14y Northernpowerhouse (GB) (3yo+) 18Dec19 1m 24.10s
1m 5y Kameko (USA) (2yo) 01Nov19 1m 36.26s
1m 5y Alfred Richardson (GB) (3yo+) 09Nov18 1m 36.10s
1m 2f 42y Palisade (GB) (3yo+) 16Oct16 2m 4.88s
1m 4f 08y Ajman Prince (IRE) (3yo+) 14Oct16 2m 36.76s
2m 56y Onesmoothoperator (USA) (3yo+) 29Jun24 3m 27.59s
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SECOND RACE 5.15
ABOUT ONE MILE (8F ABT 5YDS) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
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Total prize fund £10000 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £4267, 2nd £2133, 3rd £1067. (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): K R Burke (54 wins from 387 runners, 14%) runs SWEET PRINCESS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): K R Burke (3 wins from 15 runners, 20%) runs SWEET PRINCESS LONGEST TRAVELLER: MASTERPIECE trained by P Morris, Prescot, 173 miles.
SWEET PRINCESS should prove very hard to beat on the back of her promising debut third at Wolverhampton just before Christmas
1 MASTERPIECE (GB) (313)
Gr g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Alegra
Jardine, Griffiths,Tomlinson,Green
Br Sir Robert Ogden
Alex Jary (3)
Patrick Morris, Prescot
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a turf bumper here for Rebecca Menzies in 2024 but pulled up in a Sedgefield maiden hurdle last spring and off since ahead of this Flat debut for new yard TFRHHHII BHA-
2 FINALLY ESCAPED (GB) (-)
4 9-2 (2)
B f Mohaather - Sommers Daughter (IRE) Joanna Mason
Mr J T Bourke
Roger Fell, Nawton
Br John Troy OR8 Wellness
TIMEFORM VIEW Mohaather filly. Half-sister to 7f-9.5f winner Tollerton Forest. Dam, unraced, closely related to useful 9.4f/1 1/4m winner (stayed 13f) Zola Sakura. The betting should help guide to expectations on this rather belated debut TFRHHIII BHA-
3 SWEET PRINCESS (GB) (50) 3-
B f Sea The Stars (IRE) - Sheikha Reika (FR)
Exors of the Late Sheikh Mohammed Obaid
Br Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum
4 9-2 (1)
Sam James
K. R. Burke, Leyburn
TIMEFORM VIEW Promising third of 10 in novice at Wolverhampton (9.5f, 13/8) on debut in December. This looks an excellent opportunity for her to strike at the second time of asking TFRHHHHH BHA2025: MUDDY MOOY (IRE) 4 9 4 Edward Greatrex 15-8 (Paul Attwater) 12 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 3
Stewards Note:
MASTERPIECE: Following its run on 3/4/2025 it was reported that the horse weakened quickly.
Probable S.P’s: 1-6 Sweet Princess (GB), 7-1 Masterpiece (GB), 18-1 Finally Escaped (GB)
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KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
THIRD RACE 5.45
SIX FURLONGS (6F) FOR THREE YRS OLD
THE BET £10 GET £40 WITH BETMGM HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
Total prize fund £6000
Owners Prize Money. 1st £2477, 2nd £1239, 3rd £619, 4th £310, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3140.40) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): R Fahey (82 wins from 707 runners, 12%) runs WHAT A TAHOO TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Fahey (4 wins from 26 runners, 15%) runs WHAT A TAHOO LONGEST TRAVELLER: BUCKLAND BELLE trained by O Sangster, Marlborough, 295 miles.
Perhaps this is the day MADEMOISELLE BELLE finally gets off the mark. Runninman could pose a threat if back to the level he showed when narrowly denied over 7f here in December September’s C&D scorer Auspicious could play a prominent role if ready to roll after a break, while it’ll be interesting to see what the betting makes of Merpati Sejoli, a possible improver in handicaps for Kevin Ryan
1 THE TUNGUSKA EVENT (IRE) (19) 0015-04 CD 9-9 (9)
B g Kodi Bear (IRE) - Let’s (IRE)
Jason Hart
Mr Ross Harmon John & Sean Quinn, Malton
Br Lewinstown & Regan JJ Quinn Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Won comfortably over C&D in first-time blinkers in November Hasn’t reproduced that level since but not disgraced when fourth of 7 over 5f here in a first-time visor (retained) 19 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA55
2 MADEMOISELLE BELLE (IRE) (10) 04-2232 9-9 (5)
B f Coulsty (IRE) - Melabelle (FR)
Mr Joseph Bell & Partner
Br Michael & Martin Butler
David Nolan
Brian Ellison, Malton
Brian Ellison Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Still a maiden but been running consistently well in handicaps this year, including second of 8 over C&D 10 days ago. Likely to be on the premises again. TFRHHHHH BHA55
3 BUCKLAND BELLE (GB) (20) 450-5 9-9 (7)
B f St Mark’s Basilica (FR) - Federation
Mr P McNally and Partners
Br The Federation Partnership
Nicola Currie
Ollie Sangster, Marlborough
The Injured Jockeys Fund
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden 14/1, fifth of 7 in handicap at Lingfield (6f) 20 days ago. Makes tapeta debut TFRHHHII BHA55
4 MERPATI SEJOLI (IRE) (116) 600-
B f Mehmas (IRE) - Midnite Bride
Mr T. A. Rahman
9-8 (2)
Jack Nicholls (5)
Kevin Ryan, Hambleton
Br Rahman K. A. Ryan Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWThrice-raced maiden Tenth of 11 in maiden at Haydock (6f, good to soft, 200/1) when last seen in October but rates a possible improver now handicapping after a break. One to note in the betting. TFRHHHHI BHA54
5 RUNNINMAN (IRE) (19) 06633-3 BF
B g Mehmas (IRE) - Merry Jaunt (USA)
9-6 (11)
Paul Mulrennan Farrington, Jolley, Whitworth & Partner
Stephen Hanlon, Leyburn
Br Tally-Ho Stud HR2day Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWModest form Close third over 7f here just before Christmas but too free when a well-held third over the same trip 19 days ago. Now drops back to 6f with a first-time visor replacing the cheekpieces worn last twice. TFRHHHHI BHA52
6 GANTHORPE (GB) (22) 006-0
B g Dream Ahead (USA) - Aetna
9-6 (3)
Joanna Mason
Mr B. Padgett Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton
Br Mr Brian Padgett Stittenham Farms
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden Eighth of 10 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7f) 22 days ago. First-time visor replaces blinkers Improvement will be needed TFRHHIII BHA52
7 DREAM FOREVER (IRE) (137) 06600-
Ch g Dream Ahead (USA) - Capall An Ibre (IRE)
9-5 (12)
Jack Garritty The Fatalists Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn
Br Richard Frayne Jedd O’Keeffe Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW 11 1/2 lengths eighth of 9 to Auspicious in C&D nursery when last seen in September. Needs to have improved during the 137 days since TFRHHIII BHA51
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
8
AUSPICIOUS (GB) (137) 0001- CD 9-5 (6)
B g Awtaad (IRE) - Kilbaha Lady (IRE)
The Dapper Partnership
Alex Jary (3)
Nigel Tinkler, Malton
Br Dapper Partnership Alexanders York
TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when making a winning handicap debut over C&D in September Should be very competitive off 5lb higher if fully primed for this first outing since TFRHHHHI BHA51
9 CONTAINER EXPRESS (GB) (10) 4514-55 CD 9-4 (8)
B g Harry Angel (IRE) - Marmot Bay (IRE)
Ace Bloodstock Ltd
Aiden Brookes
Philip Kirby, Richmond
Br Ace Bloodstock Ltd Topspec Equine Ltd, Philip Kirby Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in November but hasn’t reproduced that level in his 3 outings since, including fifth of 8 over C&D 10 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA50
10 RESDEV KISSES (GB) (78) 644066- 9-0 (1)
B f Dream Ahead (USA) - Mirror Kisses
Mohammed Tabti (5)
The Rat Pack Racing Club Micky Hammond, Middleham
Br Bickmarsh Stud Micky Hammond Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Looks exposed as maiden First outing for 11 weeks.
11 WHAT A
TAHOO
(IRE) (19) 00-0
Ch f Cotai Glory - Tahoo (IRE)
Richard Fahey Ebor Racing Club Ltd
Br Tally-Ho Stud
TFRHIIII BHA46
9-0 (4)
Cam Hardie
Richard Fahey, Malton
TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden 100/1, ninth of 12 in maiden at Southwell (6f) 19 days ago. More chance now handicapping from a basement mark.
12
AMAZON JUNGLE
(IRE) (19) 000-0
Ch g Bungle Inthejungle - Ohsosecret
Paul Dean Racing & Partners
Br Mrs Oonagh McKeever
TFRHHIII BHA45
9-0 (10)
P. J. McDonald
John & Sean Quinn, Malton
JJ Quinn Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Off 6 months, always behind on 5f course handicap debut 19 days ago.
TFRHHIII BHA44
2025: PIPERSTOWN (IRE) 4 9 5 Rossa Ryan 7-4 (Kevin Frost) 9 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Visor worn first time by No. 5, 6. Visor worn by No. 1.
Stewards Note: BUCKLAND BELLE: Following its run on 21/1/2026 it was reported that the horse ran too free.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Mademoiselle Belle (IRE), 6-1 Runninman (IRE), Auspicious (GB), 7-1 The Tunguska Event (IRE), 9-1 Merpati Sejoli (IRE), 14-1 Container Express (GB), 18-1 Buckland Belle (GB), 25-1 What A Tahoo (IRE), 28-1 Dream Forever (IRE), 33-1 Ganthorpe (GB), Amazon Jungle (IRE), 66-1 Resdev Kisses (GB)
APPROXIMATE ODDS
Odds Indicator Boards are now all marked “Approximate Odds’’ and all show the same approximate odds on offer at any given time before the start. It will be appreciated that these are intended as a guide and cannot necessarily reflect either the resultant S.P or the Tote Dividend of the winner
FOURTH RACE 6.15
ABOUT ONE MILE (8F ABT 5YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE WIN £250,000 WITH BETMGM’S GOLDEN
GOALS
HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund £7100
Owners Prize Money. 1st £2932, 2nd £1466, 3rd £733, 4th £366, 5th £183. (Penalty Value £3716.14) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): L Perratt (38 wins from 275 runners, 14%) runs STARLINER TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Carroll (7 wins from 60 runners, 12%) runs FRANCESI LONGEST TRAVELLER: FRANCESI trained by T Carroll, Cropthorne, 244 miles.
Perhaps FRANCESI and Myla Coppins can combine for a fourth win of the winter. Pat Morris pair Tasever and Wyvern have recorded several creditable efforts here of late and head the dangers along with Electric Avenue, who is nicely handicapped if recapturing the form she showed when successful here in November
B m Outstrip - School Fees Jason Hart Making Headway Racing Ivan Furtado, Easingwold
Br Benjamin Newton & Graycroft Farms Making Headway Racing TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner in November Hasn’t fully fired in recent starts but is well capable off this mark if back to her best TFRHHHHI BHA70
2 CHUZZLEWIT (GB) (199) 635030- CD
B g Showcasing - Furbelow
6 9-8 (1)
Dale Swift TIHR Syndicate Seb Spencer, Malton
Br Cheveley Park Stud Limited Eco-Power Racing
TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner in 2024 but has gone 20 starts without success since 20/1, bit below form tenth of 19 in handicap at York (1m) when last seen in July Might be best watched after a break. TFRHHIII BHA69
3 FRANCESI (IRE) (3) 33-1122 CD
Gr g Caravaggio (USA) - Show Me The Music
SF Racing Club
7 9-7 (3)
Myla Coppins (7)
Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Br Ennistown Stud Mill House Racing Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWTwo C&D wins this winter and added another success at Lingfield last month. Good runner-up efforts twice since (latterly back at Lingfield on Saturday) Likely to be in the thick of things again. TFRHHHHH BHA68
4 STARLINER (IRE) (15) 3600-34 C
B g Showcasing - Dawning (USA)
Mr David Orr & Miss L A Perratt
5 9-6 (2)
Kaiya Fraser
Linda Perratt, East Kilbride
Br Flaxman Stables Ireland Ltd North Allerton Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner Eleven runs since last win in 2025 Good fourth of 10 in handicap at Wolverhampton (9.5f, 25/1) 15 days ago, left with lot to do TFRHHHII BHA67
5 TRIGGERMAN (IRE) (34) 42230-6 D
B g Ribchester (IRE) - How Sweet It Is (IRE)
Patrick Morris
Br Colin Kennedy
5 9-5 (9)
Aiden Brookes
Patrick Morris, Prescot
TIMEFORMVIEW Sixth of 8 in handicap (4/1) at Kempton (7f) 34 days ago. First run for yard after leaving Julie Camacho. TFRHHHII BHA66
6 PACKETOFBISCUITS (GB) (11) 0004-50
4 9-5 (10)
B g Showcasing - Queen Sarra P. J. McDonald
A Pot To Pete In Syndicate John Mackie, Church Broughton
Br Martin Webb & Nigel Tinkler John Mackie Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW 11/1, seventh of 11 in handicap at Southwell (1m) 11 days ago. His mark is edging down but need to see more.
7 TASEVER (GB) (6) 21-6262 CD
B g Tasleet - Forever Excel (IRE)
The Pat Morris Racing Club
Br Wayne Clifford
TFRHHIII BHA66
6 9-4 (5)
David Nolan
Patrick Morris, Prescot
TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time C&D winner, the latest in December. 9/2, good second of 8 over C&D 6 days ago. Has to enter calculations.
TFRHHHHI BHA65
KEY Owner Breeding
Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Aja (IRE)
Mr M Gilgeous, Mr C Seeney & Partner
Br Pier House Stud
Sean Kirrane
Geoffrey Harker, Thirsk
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner. Twenty two runs since last win in 2024 Creditable fourth of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (9.5f) 8 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA61
9 PINK SOCKS (IRE) (14) 3-41114 CD 7 8-13 (7)
B m Vadamos (FR) - Jumbo Romance (IRE)
Deva Racing (DB)
Ryan Kavanagh (5)
Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Br Mrs Claire Doyle Deva Racing Group
TIMEFORM VIEW Completed a quickfire hat-trick in classified events last month (including C&D) but found her run of good form coming to a halt when only fourth of 6 back in handicap company at Wolverhampton (9.5f) 14 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA60
10 WYVERN (GB) (10) 451-234 CD 7 8-10 (8)
Br g Bated Breath - Miramont
Cian Horgan (5)
The Pat Morris Racing Club Patrick Morris, Prescot
Br Mrs Rebecca Philipps
TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner in December Creditable placed efforts behind the prolific Aisling Oscar over 7f here on first 2 outings this year and another decent effort when fourth of 12 over C&D 10 days ago. Likely to be in the mix again TFRHHHHI BHA57
2025: LORD RAPSCALLION (IRE) 9 9 9 Jason Hart 10-3 (Stuart Williams) 10 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Blinkers worn by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 7, 8, 10.
Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Francesi (IRE), 5-1 Tasever (GB), 6-1 Wyvern (GB), 15-2 Pink Socks (IRE), 8-1 Powerful Response (IRE), 12-1 Electric Avenue (GB), 14-1 Chuzzlewit (GB), Starliner (IRE), 16-1 Triggerman (IRE), 18-1 Packetofbiscuits (GB)
CHECK YOUR TICKETS
Customers of the Boards and Rails bookmakers should check their itemised tickets immediately on receipt, as mistakes cannot be rectified after the “off”. Customers are reminded to retain all betting tickets until after the weigh-in, as immediate payment will be made only on production of the original ticket. All tickets will remain valid for one month.
SIX FURLONGS (6F) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE CREATE YOUR BET BUILDERS AT MIDNITE CLASSIFIED STAKES (CLASS 6)
Total prize fund £6000
Owners Prize Money. 1st £2477, 2nd £1239, 3rd £619, 4th £310, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3140.40) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D O’Meara (59 wins from 453 runners, 13%) runs AUNTIE JO TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): S England (4 wins from 14 runners, 29%) runs SIR MAXI
LONGEST TRAVELLER: BARNEY’S BAY trained by D Shaw, Sproxton, 182 miles.
SIR MAXI settled better than can often be the case and duly returned to form when finishing a good second over 1m on his most recent outing here 6 days ago A sound gallop returned to sprinting ought to suit him well now and he shades the vote to build on that effort and come out on top. Beneficiary also returned to form when runner-up at Southwell last week and he’s feared Tickets and Auntie Jo complete the shortlist 1-2-3:
1.SIR MAXI 2.BENEFICIARY 3.TICKETS
1 AUNTIE JO (GB) (21) 035-455 4 9-9 (11)
Gr f Havana Grey - Mary Stewart (IRE)
Mr D. O’Meara
David Nolan
David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Br Withernsea Thoroughbred GAIN Equine Nutrition
TIMEFORMVIEW Filly who remains a maiden after 15 starts but she lines up having shaped better than the distance beaten suggests when fifth of 9 in handicap at this C&D (22/1) 21 days ago. Not taken lightly dropped in to classified company.
2 BARNEY’S BAY (GB) (19) 440-000 D
B g Cable Bay (IRE) - Fisadara
8 9-9 (7)
Lewis Edmunds
Mr John R. Saville Derek Shaw, Sproxton
Br Highclere Stud & Mr Ilyas Emir Karadag
A & J Sectional Buildings Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Twenty three runs since last win in 2023. 50/1, seventh of 8 in minor event at Southwell (7.1f) 19 days ago, no extra final 100 yds. Others make much more appeal TFRHIIII BHA42
3 BENEFICIARY (GB) (5) 50-0002 CD
B g Profitable (IRE) - La Roumegue (USA)
Oakfield Racing
7 9-9 (2)
Jack Garritty
Liam Bailey, Middleham
Br La Roumegue Partnership Show Business Interiors Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner Twelve runs since last win in 2025. 9/1, returned to form from out of the blue when second of 12 in minor event at Southwell (6.1f) 5 days ago. Tongue strap on 1st time and he’s a likely player if he can back that up here. TFRHHHHI BHA47
4 GREEN VALENTINE (IRE) (21) 0100-00 CD 5 9-9 (3)
B m Profitable (IRE) - Valentine Hill (IRE)
Mr Scott McMillan & Mr S E Pedersen
Br Dr A. Calnan
Paul Mulrennan
Alan Brown, Malton
TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner Latest win here in November 28/1, last of 10 in minor event at this course (7.1f) 21 days ago, always behind Needs to bounce back TFRHHIII BHA48
5 LAURA’S BREEZE (IRE) (95) 652200- 6 9-9 (1)
Br m Ribchester (IRE) - Etesian Flow
Oakfield Racing & Horse Watchers 9
Br Ballinacurra Stud Limited
Billy Garritty
Liam Bailey, Middleham
Show Business Interiors Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWEighteen runs since last win in 2024 22/1 and tongue strap on for 1st time (left off here), ninth of 11 in handicap at this course (7.1f) back in November, no extra final 1f Absent since but pick of her efforts gives her claims. TFRHHHII BHA46
6 MISTER MCGREGOR (IRE) (22) 54640-5 4 9-9 (8)
Ch g Harry Angel (IRE) - Pulcinella (IRE) Faye McManoman
Mr Keith Jones Michael Mullineaux, Tarporley
Br Pulcinella Partnership Tote
TIMEFORMVIEW Remains a maiden after 20 Flat runs. 15/2, fifth of 7 in handicap at Wolverhampton (5.1f) 22 days ago. Eyeshields on 1st time TFRHHHII BHA50
B g Oasis Dream - Pure Line Kaiya Fraser
Miss L. A. Perratt Linda Perratt, East Kilbride
Br W. & R. Barnett Ltd North Allerton Racing
TIMEFORMVIEW3-time C&D winner but struggling for form when last seen, coming in eighth of 10 in handicap at this C&D on New Year’s Day. Needs to bounce back returning from a 6-week break. TFRHHIII BHA43
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
B m Profitable (IRE) - Glen Ginnie (IRE)
Sam James P. J. Makin
Br Lynn Lodge Stud
Phillip Makin, Leyburn
TIMEFORMVIEWOne win from 33 Flat runs. 40/1, seventh of 10 in minor event at this course (7.1f) 21 days ago, weakening final 1f Return to sprinting rates a plus on that evidence and she’s not discounted for each-way purposes. TFRHHHII BHA43
9 SIR MAXI (GB) (6) 40-0042 CD 8 9-9 (12)
B g Adaay (IRE) - Winifred Jo Rhys Elliott (5)
Always Optmisitic
Sam England, Guiseley
Br Mr Max Weston Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner who arrives on a losing run but he returned to form when second of 8 in minor event at this course (8f) 6 days ago, suited by strong pace A repeat gives him sound claims down in trip TFRHHHHH BHA47
10 THE GAY BLADE (GB) (21) 3000-04 CD 7 9-9 (5)
B g Mazameer (IRE) - Big Mystery (IRE)
Mohammed Tabti (5) Iain Jardine Racing Club Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
Br W. G. H. Barrons
TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner Nineteen runs since last win in 2024 12/1, bit below form fourth of 8 in handicap at this C&D 21 days ago, weakened last 1/2f Cheekpieces go back on returned to this company and he’s no forlorn hope TFRHHHII BHA47
11 TICKETS (GB) (21) 10050-6 CD
B g Aclaim (IRE) - Czarna Roza
7 9-9 (4)
Andrew Mullen
Mr B. M. R. Haslam Ben Haslam, Middleham
Br Mr S. Maresca
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who has yet to fully fire this winter, never threatening when sixth of 9 in handicap at this C&D 21 days ago. This further ease in class rates a plus at least now TFRHHHII BHA50
12 YAAHOBBY (IRE) (6) 504-203 C D
B g Kodiac - Nations Alexander (IRE)
9-9 (6)
Cam Hardie
Mr Antony Brittain Antony Brittain, Warthill
Br Mountarmstrong Stud
TIMEFORMVIEW Course winner Twenty four runs since last win in 2024 Creditable third of 7 in handicap at this C&D (12/1) 6 days ago, racing freely/off the pace before staying on May have to settle for a minor role again. TFRHHHII BHA45
2025: STAR OF JUPITER (IRE) 4 9 9 Joanna Mason 50-1 (Mark Loughnane) 9 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Eyeshields worn first time by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 3. Blinkers worn by No. 3, 9. Visor worn by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 10. Stewards Note:
NAZCA: Following its run on 1/1/2026 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.
Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Sir Maxi (GB), 5-1 Beneficiary (GB), 13-2 Tickets (GB), 7-1 Auntie Jo (GB), 11-1 Mister McGregor (IRE), The Gay Blade (GB), Yaahobby (IRE), 14-1 Laura’s Breeze (IRE), 22-1 She’sashambles (IRE), 25-1 Nazca (GB), 33-1 Green Valentine (IRE), 50-1 Barney’s Bay (GB)
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SIX FURLONGS (6F) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE MIDNITE: BUILT FOR 2026 NOT 2006 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund
£7100 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £2932, 2nd £1466, 3rd £733, 4th £366, 5th £183. (Penalty Value £3716.14) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): A Brittain (45 wins from 586 runners, 8%) runs SPARTAN FIGHTER TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Brittain (2 wins from 10 runners, 20%) runs SPARTAN FIGHTER LONGEST TRAVELLER: BRIAN THE SNAIL trained by Pat Morris, Prescot, 173 miles.
DC COGENT ran right up to his best and looked unlucky not to push the winner closer still having met with trouble in running at Southwell back in December and, still unexposed at this trip, he’s worth siding with to gain a first success in handicaps. 9-time C&D winner Spartan Fighter has thrived since the turn of the year and is an obvious threat again, with Northern Attitude another shortlisted following her encouraging yard debut second at Southwell 11 days ago
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B g Washington DC (IRE) - Analytical Paul Mulrennan
Mr J.R. Dwyer and Mr B. Smart Bryan Smart, Hambleton
Br Crossfields Bloodstock Ltd Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWCourse winner who has eased a little in the weights and he ran right up to his best when second of 8 in handicap at Southwell (6.1f) 53 days ago, that despite meeting with trouble in running. Nudged up 1lb on the back of that but he’s very much one to consider
2 JUDGMENT CALL (GB) (4) 14-3500 CD
Br g Pivotal - Madonna Dell’orto
Mr Paul Corrigan & Miss L A Perratt
8 9-9 (8)
Kaiya Fraser
Linda Perratt, East Kilbride
Br Rockwell Bloodstock McGoldrick’s Pool & Sports Bar
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win over C&D in December However, seemingly gone off the boil in recent weeks, coming in eighth of 9 in handicap (12/1) at this course (7.1f) 4 days ago. Others arrive with more pressing claims. TFR
3 BLACKJACK (GB) (35) 15646-4 CD 9 9-7 (9)
B g Sleeping Indian - Medam
Mrs S. Cunliffe-Lister
Br Burton Agnes Bloodstock Breeders
Sean Kirrane
Alan Brown, Malton
TIMEFORMVIEW Dual C&D winner who was successful off this mark in this race 12 months ago. 11/1, respectable 2 1/2 lengths fourth of 9 to Showtime Mahomes in handicap at Southwell (6.1f) 35 days ago, fading only in the final 100 yds. Blinkers back on TFRHHHII BHA67
4 SHOWTIME MAHOMES (GB) (28) 0004-16 D 7 9-6 (6)
B g Dabirsim (FR) - Magic Florence (IRE)
The Muffed Punt Partnership
Oliver Stammers
Grant Tuer, Northallerton
Br Ed’s Stud Ltd Herbs Unlimited
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Southwell in January 4/1, sixth of 9 in handicap at Southwell (6.1f) 28 days ago, fading final 1f Not dismissed TFRHHHII BHA66
5 PHOENIX OF DREAMS (IRE) (22) 0600-63 D 5 9-6 (1)
B g Phoenix of Spain (IRE) - Dreaming of Rubies
Jason Hart Coral Racing Club John & Sean Quinn, Malton
Br Newtown Stud Partnership JJ Quinn Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWForm proved rather up and down during a light 2025 campaign but he lines up having run his best race for a while when third of 10 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 22 days ago. Now his task is to build on that here. TFRHHHII BHA66
6 BRIAN THE SNAIL (IRE) (22) 22055-0 CD 12 9-4 (2)
Gr g Zebedee - Sweet Irish David Nolan
The Pat Morris Racing Club Patrick Morris, Prescot
Br Mr A. Kirwan
TIMEFORMVIEW Veteran C&D winner who is seemingly just ticking over at present, never dangerous when ninth of 10 in handicap (14/1) at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 22 days ago, racing off the pace Others preferred. TFRHHIII
B f Dark Angel (IRE) - Sharnberry Lewis Edmunds Hill Top Equestrian Centre Ltd Joey Ramsden, Newark
Br Mr S. Chappell
TIMEFORMVIEW13/2, first run since leaving Gemma Tutty when good second of 11 in handicap at Southwell (6.1f) 11 days ago. Found only a bang in-form rival too strong on that occasion and she’s one of the likelier types here. TFRHHHHI
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
Ch g Mehmas (IRE) - Top Dollar
Mr James Binks
Sam James
Phillip Makin, Leyburn
Br Tally-Ho Stud Tote
TIMEFORMVIEW3-time C&D winner Sixteen runs since last win in 2025 Bit below form fourth of 8 in handicap (11/2) at this C&D 6 days ago, no extra late on Needs to pull out a little more if he’s to play a lead role here. TFRHHHII BHA60
9 SPARTAN FIGHTER (GB) (6) 32-1112 CD 9 8-13 (7)
B g Dutch Art - Survived
John and Tony Jarvis and Partner
Br Cheveley Park Stud Limited
Cam Hardie
Antony Brittain, Warthill
TIMEFORMVIEWIn fine form in 2026, bringing up a quick-fire C&D hat-trick in January and he ran another cracker when runner-up here 6 days ago, collared late on by a well-backed rival who came from much further back. Another bold showing rates highly likely TFRHHHHI BHA59
2025:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR DECLARED RUNNERS 9
Hood worn by No. 5. Blinkers worn by No. 3. Visor worn by No. 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6, 8.
Stewards Note:
PHOENIX OF DREAMS: Following its run on 19/1/2026 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed
Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Dc Cogent (GB), 5-1 Northern Attitude (IRE), 11-2 Spartan Fighter (GB), 7-1 Showtime Mahomes (GB), 17-2 Phoenix of Dreams (IRE), 9-1 Blackjack (GB), 10-1 Captain Vallo (IRE), 18-1 Brian The Snail (IRE), 22-1 Judgment Call (GB)
ABOUT ONE MILE (8F ABT 5YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS THE DAILY PROFIT BOOSTS AT
APPRENTICE CLASSIFIED STAKES (CLASS 6)
Total prize fund
£6000
Owners Prize Money. 1st £2477, 2nd £1239, 3rd £619, 4th £310, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3140.40) A SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): I Jardine (55 wins from 601 runners, 9%) runs LADY DELILA TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Carroll (7 wins from 60 runners, 12%) runs DEQUINTO LONGEST TRAVELLER: DEQUINTO trained by T Carroll, Cropthorne, 244 miles.
This could be a decent chance for CHRIS’S MATE to follow up last month’s 7f course classified success Esque Elegance recorded a pair of creditable efforts over 7f here last month and may provide the chief threat ahead of Tony Carroll’s Dequinto.
B g Washington DC (IRE) - Seaperle
Jack Nicholls
Miss Sarah Harrison Gary Harrison, Langholm
Br Bearstone Stud
TIMEFORMVIEW Career best when winning 10-runner classified event (12/1) at this course (7f) 21 days ago. Looks the one to beat again. TFRHHHHH BHA50
2 DEQUINTO (IRE) (4) 55/0-040
B g Requinto (IRE) - Moss Nation
Mr A. W. Carroll
7 9-9 (6)
Myla Coppins (7)
Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Br Danny O’Sullivan Mill House Racing Limited
TIMEFORMVIEW Showed ability remains when fourth of 12 in 7f Southwell handicap in January. Too lit up in first-time blinkers at Wolverhampton since and the headgear is quickly discarded. TFRHHHII BHA44
3 ESQUE ELEGANCE (IRE) (17) 0600-43
Ch f Far Above (IRE) - Esque Amore (IRE)
4 9-9 (1)
Lauren Young
Sun Hill Racing Ltd Stephen Hanlon, Leyburn
Br Edward Prendergast Sims Suzuki
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden but has recorded a pair of creditable in-frame efforts over 7f here this year Likely to go well if as effective back at 1m TFRHHHHI BHA47
4 LADY DELILA (IRE) (11) 0405-03
6 9-9 (3)
B m The Gurkha (IRE) - The Night Lady Cara Tuke (7) Iain Jardine Racing Ltd Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
Br Alexandre & Yvonne Arrault Iain Jardine Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden but not long with Iain Jardine and latest third of 10 at Wolverhampton (8.6f) shows she can be competitive in classified company. TFRHHHII BHA43
5 MASHAM MOOR (GB) (24) 0040-60 CD
9 9-9 (7)
B g Music Master - Jane’s Payoff (IRE) Jude Fernandes (7)
Mrs C. A. Arnold Simon West, Middleham
Br Peter Balding Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Former C&D winner but his recent efforts don’t suggest another win is imminent.
TFRHHIII BHA44
6 MISS HELENA (IRE) (15) 0-00 4 9-9 (2)
B f Invincible Army (IRE) - Alexiade (IRE) Poppy Scott (7)
Mr Paul Bona Michael Mullineaux, Tarporley
Br P. Motherway
TIMEFORMVIEWNo show in bumpers and AW novice events on the Flat A refitted eyeshield and first-time blinkers combination is tried. Should stand more of a chance at this level but still can’t make a case for on form
7 PLATINUM BABE (GB) (11) 00646-0
TFRHIIII BHA24
4 9-9 (5)
Gr f Oasis Dream - Hells Babe Ryan Kavanagh
Mr T. Spraggett Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Br Mrs Lucinda White
TIMEFORMVIEW 28/1, eighth of 10 in classified event at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 11 days ago. Cheekpieces on first time TFRHHIII BHA43
1-2-3: 1.CHRIS’S MATE 2.ESQUE ELEGANCE (IRE) 3.DEQUINTO (IRE)
KEY Owner Breeding
Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
2025: MAHARAJAS EXPRESS 5 9 9 David Probert 4-1 (Ian Williams) 10 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 7
Blinkers worn first time by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 7. Hood worn by No. 1. Eyeshields worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4.
Stewards Note:
MISS HELENA: Following its run on 26/1/2026 it was reported that the horse was slow away.
Probable S.P’s: 6-4 Chris’s Mate (GB), 3-1 Esque Elegance (IRE), 4-1 Lady Delila (IRE), 17-2 Dequinto (IRE), 25-1 Platinum Babe (GB), 28-1 Masham Moor (GB), 50-1 Miss Helena (IRE)
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RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 4.45 - THE READ MEG NICHOLLS’ BLOG AT betmgm.co.uk HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3140 to the winning horse The second to receive £1473, the third £736, the fourth £368 and the fifth £183. for three yrs old only, Rated 46-65 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £30 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £24 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 8th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after January 31st, 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. 10 entries, 1 at £6 and 9 at £30. - Closed February 4th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2477; Second £1239; Third £619; Fourth £310; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3140.40) SS SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 5.15 - THE ALWAYS GAMBLE RESPONSIBLY AT BETMGM NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5400 to the winning horse The second to receive £2535, and the third £1268. for novice four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, February 4th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 8th. 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. 7 entries at £50. - Closed February 4th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4267; Second £2133; Third £1067. (Penalty Value £5400) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 9 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 5.45 - THE BET £10 GET £40 WITH BETMGM HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3140 to the winning horse The second to receive £1473, the third £736, the fourth £368 and the fifth £183. for three yrs old only, Rated 46-55 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £30 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £24 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 8th. Lowest weight 9st; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after January 31st, 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. 15 entries, at £30.Closed February 4th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2477; Second £1239; Third £619; Fourth £310; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3140.40) SS SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 6.15 - THE WIN £250,000 WITH BETMGM’S GOLDEN GOALS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3716 to the winning horse The second to receive £1743, the third £871, the fourth £435 and the fifth £217. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 51-70 (also open to such horses rated 50 and below). £35 stake if the horse is rated 51 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 50 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 8th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after January 31st, 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. 14 entries, at £35. - Closed February 4th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2932; Second £1466; Third £733; Fourth £366; Fifth £183. (Penalty Value £3716.14) SS SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 6.45 - THE CREATE YOUR BET BUILDERS AT MIDNITE CLASSIFIED STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3140 to the winning horse The second to receive £1473, the third £736, the fourth £368 and the fifth £183. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-50. Enter by noon, February 4th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 8th. Weights: 9st 9lb each Penalties, after January 31st, 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. Midnite 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). 20 entries at £30. - Closed February 4th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £2477; Second £1239; Third £619; Fourth £310; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3140.40) SS SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 7.15 - THE MIDNITE: BUILT FOR 2026 NOT 2006 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3716 to the winning horse The second to receive £1743, the third £871, the fourth £435 and the fifth £217. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 51-70 (also open to such horses rated 50 and below). £35 stake if the horse is rated 51 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 50 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 8th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after January 31st, 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 13 entries, 1 at £7 and 12 at £35. - Closed February 4th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £2932; Second £1466; Third £733; Fourth £366; Fifth £183. (Penalty Value £3716.14) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 7.45 - THE DAILY PROFIT BOOSTS AT betmgm.co.uk APPRENTICE CLASSIFIED STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3140 to the winning horse The second to receive £1473, the third £736, the fourth £368 and the fifth £183. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-50. Enter by noon, February 4th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 8th. Weights: 9st 9lb each Penalties, after January 31st, 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. 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 who, prior to February 7th, 2026, have not ridden more than 50 winners in races under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority Allowances: Jockeys who have not ridden more than 25 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed). 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). 15 entries at £30. - Closed February 4th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2477; Second £1239; Third £619; Fourth £310; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3140.40) A SS SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.
