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HOW TO READ YOUR RACECARD

form guide

previous performances

horse’s name & birthplace horse’s saddlecloth number colour graphic draw age weight st-lbs

No of days since last ran

6 ROYAL CHAMPION (IRE) (53)

/=new season; -=new year

Bold type shows all weather form

C=course winner

D=distance winner

CD=course & distance winner

BF=beaten favourite

32/6201- 7 9-3 (7)

B g Shamardal (USA) - Emirates Queen Clifford Lee

Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum

Br Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum

K. R. Burke, Leyburn

TIMEFORM VIEWVery smart gelding First run since leaving Anthony & Sam Freedman following a spell in Australia when winning 6-runner listed race at Lingﬁeld (10f, AW) 53 days ago by 1 3/4 lengths from Tyrrhenian Sea. The one to beat on these terms. TFR BHA113

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor

Star Ratings Explained

Each horse has been given a star rating, these are deﬁned below:

Selected to win the race.

Good chance of being placed By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims.

OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS EXPLAINED D

Unlikely to win but not totally without hope. 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

You may be asked to provide proof of your age when placing a bet

If you cannot produce this your bet will not be accepted

SHETLAND PONY RACE 1.05

THE JPL SHETLAND DERBY

Nicki Marsden Lily Morse

Nicki Marsden

Nicki Marsden Lily -May Bush

Nicki Marsden - JPL Racing 3

Nicki Marsden

Nicki Marsden - JPL Racing

Nicki Marsden

Nicki Marsden - JPL Racing 5 ORKNEYS

Isaac Legget

Poppie Bush

Nicki Marsden Esse Lee

Nicki Marsden - JPL Racing

Nicki Marsden Alice

Nicki Marsden - JPL Racing

Nicki Marsden Lauren Morse

Nicki Marsden - JPL Racing

Nicki Marsden Amelie Sugg

Nicki Marsden - JPL Racing

Nicki Marsden Sophie Jackson

Nicki Marsden – JPL Racing

Nicki Marsden

Nicki Marsden – JPL Racing

Ella Marsden

JPL Racing & Events JPL Racing & Events

A high-speed blur of color as the Shetland ponies & their young A high-speed blur of color as the Shetland ponies & their young jockeys perform in an action-packed display jockeys perform in an action-packed display

These young jockeys are all ages 6-13 and no taller than 5ft

The ponies are all registered Shetland Ponies and no taller than The ponies are all registered Shetland Ponies and no taller than 42” 42”

The Team is all part of JPL Racing & Events and has traveled the The Team is all part of JPL Racing & Events and has traveled the length and breadth of the country taking part in races and length and breadth of the country taking part in races and displays at some of the most prestigious events displays at some of the most prestigious events

Over the years JPL Racing have produced many jockeys who

Over the years JPL Racing have produced many jockeys who have continued their dreams and have gone on to become have continued their dreams and have gone on to become professionals professionals

FIRST RACE 1.55

ABOUT SIX FURLONGS FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE

CIVIL ENGINEERING HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

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 Appleby (58 wins from 573 runners, 10%) runs STARSONG TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): M Herrington (2 wins from 9 runners, 22%) runs GOOD EARTH & MELISSA HONEY

WEIGHTWATCHER: DAYTONA LADY won off a handicap mark of 70, her rating is now down 7lb to 63. LONGEST TRAVELLER: TUSCAN POINT trained by Adam Kirby, Kirtling, 106 miles.

TUSCAN POINT has made an excellent start for his new yard and looked unlucky not to make it 2-2 at this track last time so is evidently well treated. Starsong and Good Earth both hold claims on their recent good efforts, while Beelzebub needs keeping an eye on, too.

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br

B g Acclamation - Madhatten (IRE)

Connor Planas (3)

Mrs H. Lloyd-Herrington Michael Herrington, Willoughton Br Stall Parthenaue Tote

TIMEFORMVIEWEnded long losing run over C&D in January and scored again in a 9-runner handicap here 10 days ago. Up 5lb but still very well treated on old form and he’s clearly back on the up so merits plenty of respect. TFR###!! BHA68

2 TUSCAN POINT (IRE) (15) 4563-12 CD BF

9-9 (6)

B g Blue Point (IRE) - Tuscan Oasis (IRE) Taryn Langley (5)

Mr Adam Kirby Adam Kirby, Kirtling

Br Corduff Stud

TIMEFORMVIEWHas shown some quirks in the past and was 0-15 before winning on stable debut for Adam Kirby over C&D 25 days ago, but he subsequently looked unlucky not to follow up here on latest start so appears to have turned over a new leaf for this yard and is set to go very close once more. TFR##### BHA65

3 NEYVA’S ANGEL (GB) (22) 6404-50

9-8 (8)

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

Mr Stephen Joseph Traynor Martin Dunne, Newmarket

Br Traynor Bloodstock

TIMEFORMVIEW Winless maiden with starting issues and ﬁrst-time hood failed to do the trick last time. Less exposed than most of these but hard to trust. TFR#!!!! BHA64

4 DAYTONA LADY (IRE) (162) 200306- CD 6 9-7 (4)

B m Bungle Inthejungle - Roseau City James Sullivan

Mr Eric Broadwith and Mrs Ruth Carr

Ruth Carr, Stillington

Br Mccracken Farms Ltd William Hill

TIMEFORMVIEW Dual C&D winner who hasn’t scored for a while, though was better than the result on ﬁnal 2 outings of 2025 Needs luck in running given her style and returns from a 162-day absence TFR##!!! BHA63

5 ANDALPROFIT (IRE) (15) 010-462 D

B g Proﬁtable (IRE) - Autumn Tide (IRE)

RELIANCE RACING PARTNERSHIP

4 9-6 (1)

Alex Jary (3)

Nigel Tinkler, Malton

Br Patrick M. Ryan Reliance Medical Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to form ridden from the front when second of 8 in a handicap at Newcastle 15 days ago. Often races freely but can prove competitive again if getting into a good rhythm from stall 1. TFR##!!! BHA62

6 FENLANDER (GB) (135) 335623-

B g Territories (IRE) - Specialty (IRE)

Pam’s People

5 9-4 (5)

Callum Shepherd

Pam Sly, Peterborough

Br M. H. Sly & Mrs P. M. Sly Pam Sly Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who looked to have found his level when placed twice over C&D in November Not seen since, though, which tempers enthusiasm. TFR###!! BHA60

7 BEELZEBUB (IRE) (22) 00-0644 D

6 9-2 (9)

B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Hay Chewed (IRE) Jack Callan (5) Threes Company

David Loughnane, Tern Hill

Br Grangemore Stud & Yeomanstown Stud D + I Joinery Ltd, Floorex Carpets Ltd, Kubler Racing Ltd, Dave Loughnane Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWLong time without a win but looks capable of taking advantage of career-low mark sooner rather than later He failed to get the breaks when required when fourth over C&D 22 days ago and is fancied to go close if enjoying more luck here TFR###!! BHA58

8 STARSONG (IRE) (22) 41200-2 CD

B m Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Meetyouatthemoon (IRE)

Mick Appleby Racing Club

Luke Morris

Michael Appleby, Oakham

Br Deer Forest Stud Trade Access Panels Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWReturned from a 4-month break with good second of 11 over C&D 22 days ago, going down narrowly in a driving ﬁnish Has won here previously and looks primed for a big run with Luke Morris replacing a claimer TFR####! BHA56

9 MELISSA HONEY (GB) (149) 430400- 4 8-12 (7)

B f Showcasing - Libras Power (IRE) Jason Hart

GB Civil Engineering (Leicester) Ltd

Br Glebe Farm Stud

Michael Herrington, Willoughton

TIMEFORMVIEWYet to win in 11 starts and comes here on the back of a couple of tame efforts. Stable holds stronger claims with Good Earth on the face of it so she’s best opposed unless market speaks in her favour TFR##!!! BHA54

2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Hood worn by No. 3. Eyeshields, Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4. Stewards Note:

NEYVA’S ANGEL: Following its run on 14/3/2026 it was reported that the horse was slow to start and ran freely. BEELZEBUB: Following its run on 14/3/2026 it was reported that the horse was hampered close to home.

Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Tuscan Point (IRE), 11-2 Starsong (IRE), 13-2 Good Earth (IRE), 15-2 Beelzebub (IRE), 8-1 Fenlander (GB), 9-1 Andalproﬁt (IRE), 10-1 Daytona Lady (IRE), Melissa Honey (GB), 16-1 Neyva’s Angel (GB)

5f: Centre

Remainder: Inner POSITION OF STALLS

Customers of the Boards and Rails bookmakers should check their itemised tickets immediately upon 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

If you require any assistance today please ask any member of the staff who will be happy to help you. For more information please visit www.southwell-racecourse.co.uk A WARM WELCOME TO OUR OWNERS & TRAINERS

Thank you for both running your horse(s) and attending today. Your dedicated facility is on the First Floor of the Grandstand, in this facility is complimentary tea, coffee and a meal. You should have received a meal voucher on entry. Good luck with your runner(s).

SECOND RACE 2.31

ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS FOR THREE YRS OLD

THE

HEGGS

FAMILY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS

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

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): James Owen (36 wins from 205 runners, 18%) runs WETSAND TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): James Owen (5 wins from 41 runners, 12%) runs WETSAND LONGEST TRAVELLER: FRENCH AFFAIR trained by R Hannon, Marlborough, 154 miles.

COLORI FOREVER made a highly promising start last season and is expected to have more to offer as a 3-y-o. French Affair, who posted a good effort on return, is a big danger, while Loblolly could get back on track now reverted to the all-weather.

colours no horse

1 WETSAND (IRE) (21) 01200-0 D

B f Acclamation - Winter Snow (IRE)

Nick Bradley Racing 18

Sam James

James Owen, Newmarket

Br T. Molan Tattersalls

TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful ﬁlly who bagged a 7f maiden at Doncaster and a 1m novice at Goodwood as a juvenile but struggled when upped in grade, including in a 10.5f Listed race at Saint-Cloud on return last month. Makes both her handicap and all-weather debut back down in trip TFR###!! BHA85

2 JUST A GIRL (GB) (155) 62100- 9-8 (2)

B f Bobby’s Kitten (USA) - Mullein Callum Shepherd

Mr Colin Bryce Charlie Johnston, Middleham

Br The Countess of Rothes Johnston Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Won a 1m novice at Lingﬁeld last August but then struggled to make an impact when tackling a large-ﬁeld nursery at York and a Listed race at Newmarket. Makes all-weather debut. TFR##!!! BHA84

3 COLORI FOREVER (GB) (162) 152- D 9-8 (8)

B c Bated Breath - Colorando

Scuderia Archi Romani

Marco Ghiani

Marco Botti, Newmarket

Br Scuderia Archi Romani Marco Botti Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWBated Breath colt who overcame inexperience to land 7f novice at Yarmouth in August before posting good efforts in a valuable conditions event at Newmarket and a nursery at Doncaster. Makes all-weather debut with stable going well and looks to be on an exploitable mark. TFR##### BHA84

4 GOLD QUEEN KINDLY (IRE) (37) 1254-00 9-8 (4)

Ch g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Queen Kindly Pierre-Louis Jamin

Mr Jaber Abdullah K. R. Burke, Leyburn

Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWMadeawinningdebutatPontefractinAugustbutisn’tthebiggestanddidn’treallykickonafter.Geldedpriortopostingapairofdisappointing efforts on the all-weather this year and now tries a step up in trip with cheekpieces worn last time quickly discarded. TFR###!! BHA84

5 LOBLOLLY (IRE) (192) 602216- D 9-4 (7)

B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Cork Harbour (IRE)

Jack Callan (5)

Mrs Nicola Thomas S. P. C. Woods, Newmarket

Br T. Molan

TIMEFORMVIEW Won a 7f all-weather maiden at Lingﬁeld last September but was well held in a handicap on turf at Newmarket next time. Has been gelded since and return to an artiﬁcial surface should suit. Promising apprentice booked TFR###!! BHA80

6 COME ON EIBHLIN (IRE) (163) 010005-

B f Space Blues (IRE) - Absolutely Right (IRE)

(5)

Luke Morris

Hold My Beer, Gee Gees Racing & N. Clark Dylan Cunha, Newmarket

Br David Mooney

TIMEFORMVIEWOff the mark in a Windsor novice last July but struggled in the face of stiff tasks next 3 starts Got back on track in ﬁrst-time blinkers when ﬁfth of 9 in a 5f handicap at this course when last seen. That headgear now removed and has stamina to prove on return TFR###!! BHA77

7 FRENCH AFFAIR (IRE) (18) 61324-2 BF 9-1 (1)

B g Mehmas (IRE) - Clearly Crystal Joe Leavy

Georginio Rutter & Jinky Farms

Richard Hannon, Marlborough

Br Tally-Ho Stud Jinky Services

TIMEFORMVIEWGenerally went the right way in nurseries last year, winning at Newbury in August, and got back on the up when returning from 6 months off with head second of 8 to Lion of Mali at Kempton on all-weather debut That rival has gone well again since, so 2lb rise looks more than fair TFR####! BHA77

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br

8 HENRY HALFLIGHT (IRE) (24) 201 D

B g Dawn Approach (IRE) - Luminaria (IRE)

8-9 (6)

Billy Garritty Foulrice Park Racing Limited

Br J. S. Bolger

Liam Bailey, Middleham

Show Business Interiors Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWBelatedly conﬁrmed the promise he’d shown on debut when winning a 9-runner 7f maiden at Newcastle by short head from Blue Mantle 24 days ago. Didn’t settle fully that day but was well positioned the way the race unfolded and will need to take another step forward now tackling a handicap. TFR###!! BHA71

2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Running for the ﬁrst time since Gelding No. 5.

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 French Affair (IRE), 4-1 Colori Forever (GB), 13-2 Loblolly (IRE), Henry Halﬂight (IRE), 17-2 Come On Eibhlin (IRE), 10-1 Gold Queen Kindly (IRE), 14-1 Wetsand (IRE), 20-1 Just A Girl (GB)

Remember to retain all betting tickets until ‘WEIGHED IN’ has been announced.

Any persons using photographic equipment on this Racecourse must adhere to the following rules in accordance with British Horseracing Authority General Instruction 5.2 1. The use of ﬂash equipment is strictly forbidden at all times 2. Photographs may only be taken at those areas open to the public

SYNDICATE LOUNGES 20 Badges with Light Lunch

Did you know that all ARC racecourses oﬀer a private syndicate lounge for larger ownership groups to enjoy.

Owners may enjoy up to 20 complimentary syndicate badges, including complimentary light lunch, when booked in advance through the relevant Owner Liaison by 12 noon the day before racing.

ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS FOR NOVICE THREE, FOUR AND FIVE YRS OLD THE GRACE & DOTTY

RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (FOR HORSES IN BANDS C AND D) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £8000 ¨ Owners Prize Money. 1st £3414, 2nd £1706, 3rd £854, 4th £426. (Penalty Value £4320) SS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): K R Burke (35 wins from 210 runners, 17%) runs DIFFERENT OPINIONS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): B Haslam (2 wins from 8 runners, 25%) runs BACK TO ME LONGEST TRAVELLER: YOU WILL SEE trained by I Jardine, Carrutherstown, 218 miles.

Preference is for DIFFERENT OPINIONS, who shaped encouragingly on debut when runner-up to one with the benefit of experience at Chelmsford last month. He can build on that effort to get the better of Blue Mantle, who went close at Newcastle on his return, with BackTo Me also in the mix.

B g Land Force (IRE) - L’Addition

Mr Benjamin Atkins

Hector Crouch

Tom Ellis, Rugby

Br Miss Maria Wright Fresh Air

TIMEFORMVIEWLittle impact in a couple of bumpers for this yard, but fair form on Flat debut when second of 8 in a C&D novice in February (his only start for Pam Sly). Ran to a similar level back with current trainer when eighth of 11 in 1m maiden at Kempton 11 days ago. TFR###!! BHA-

2 BACK TO ME (IRE) (151) (2lb) 01-

B g Magna Grecia (IRE) - Nazaaha (IRE)

Castle Racing Co Limited

Br Wardstown Stud Ltd

Andrew Mullen

Ben Haslam, Middleham

CW Executive Search Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Switched to polytrack, left debut form behind when winning 11-runner maiden over 6f at Dundalk, staying on to lead post Has been gelded since and he’s open to improvement on all-weather making ﬁrst run since leaving Adrian Murray. TFR####! BHA78

3 BLUE MANTLE (GB) (24) 3-2 BF

B c Iffraaj - Antebellum (FR)

Kingsley Park 42

3 9-2 (8)

Jason Hart

Charlie Johnston, Middleham

Br Bloomsbury Stud Johnston Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWAfter 10 months off from debut, wasn’t able to justify short odds but still showed improved form when only narrowly denied in 9-runner maiden at Newcastle 24 days ago. Can make his presence felt. TFR####! BHA-

4 DIFFERENT OPINIONS (IRE) (29) 2 3 9-2 (1)

B c Dandy Man (IRE) - Betsey Trotter (IRE)

Mr Allan Otley & Mrs E Burke

Pierre-Louis Jamin

K. R. Burke, Leyburn

Br Ballyhane Stud KB Spigot Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Offered something to work on ﬁrst time up when second in 6-runner novice at Chelmsford in March, beaten only by the odds-on favourite. Could be able to go one better with improvement to come TFR##### BHA-

5 KODE GREY (IRE) (40) 0

Gr g Kodi Bear (IRE) - Alamora

The Wolf Pack 2 and Partner

Br Colin Kennedy

3 9-2 (6)

Sean Kirrane

Tim Easterby, Malton

Easthorpe Hall Stud

TIMEFORMVIEW Something of a mix on pedigree and looked one for the longer term when tenth of 11 in 6f maiden at Newcastle on debut in February. TFR##!!! BHA-

6 VICIT VENTURE (FR) (-)

B c Lope Y Fernandez (IRE) - Excel And Succeed (IRE)

3 9-2 (9)

Edward Greatrex

Vicit Limited Charlie Pike, Stockbridge

Br Elwick Stud racingclub.com

TIMEFORMVIEW€20,000 foal, Lope Y Fernandez colt. Closely related to 2-y-o 5f-6f winner Educating Rita. Wears hood and tongue strap for debut Trainer saddled his ﬁrst winner with a well-backed newcomer in February, so the market could be informative. TFR###!! BHA-

7 YOU WILL SEE (GB) (-)

B g Ulysses (IRE) - Espouse (IRE)

3 9-2 (2)

Greg Fairley

Lady Jouse Partnership Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown

Br Windlestone & Rathbran Stud Iain Jardine Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW26,000 gns foal, Ulysses gelding. Dam, 1m winner, half-sister to smart 5f/6f winner Azure Blue out of unraced half-sister to 7f winner Valeria Messalina and 1m winner Pincheck, both smart. Has had breathing operation ahead of ﬁrst start. TFR##!!! BHA-

1-2-3:

(IRE)

COBALT COMET (GB) (15) (2lb) 06

B g Massaat (IRE) - Primanora

Mr J Payne

Br Wayne Hutchinson

3 9-0 (10)

Cam Hardie

John Mackie, Church Broughton

John Mackie Racing, Cobalt Resource Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW In hood both outings and has made little impression so far, sixth of 9 in novice over 1m at this course 15 days ago. TFR#!!!! BHA-

9 JIMMY’S ARMY (IRE)

(-) (2lb)

Br g Invincible Army (IRE) - Rome Imperial (IRE)

Live The Dream Racing

Br Yeomanstown Stud

3 9-0 (7)

Sam James

Grant Tuer, Northallerton

TIMEFORM VIEW €7,000 yearling, Invincible Army gelding Dam, 1m winner, half-sister to useful 11f-16.2f winner Rare Groove Has a fair standard to aim at on debut TFR##!!! BHA-

10 NIFFLER (GER)

(-) (2lb)

Ch g Isfahan (GER) - Night Party (IRE)

Sir Mark Prescott

3 9-0 (5)

Luke Morris

Sir Mark Prescott Bt, Newmarket

Br Gustut Etzean Tote

TIMEFORMVIEW €8,000 yearling, Isfahan gelding. Brother to 8.4f winner Lassair and half-brother to useful 7.4f/1m winner Lacento and 9f/1 1/4m winner Lionel, all in Germany Dam 8.4f winner Yard’s newcomers tend to be better for their ﬁrst experience TFR###!! BHA-

2025: NIMINY PIMINY (FR) 3 9 7 Trevor Whelan 8-11 (Ollie Sangster) 9 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Hood, Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 6. Hood worn by No. 8. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 2, 7, 9, 10. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 7.

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Blue Mantle (GB), 4-1 Back To Me (IRE), 6-1 Different Opinions (IRE), 9-1 Receipt (GB), 10-1 Vicit Venture (FR), 11-1 Nifﬂer (GER), 16-1 Jimmy’s Army (IRE), 22-1 You Will See (GB), 66-1 Kode Grey (IRE), 100-1 Cobalt Comet (GB)

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME

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THE LADIES DAY SUNDAY 16TH AUGUST FILLIES’ HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

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

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): K R Burke (35 wins from 210 runners, 17%) runs PENDELLA TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): K R Burke (2 wins from 12 runners, 17%) runs PENDELLA LONGEST TRAVELLER: PENDELLA trained by K R Burke, Leyburn, 112 miles.

Only the 6 runners but an interesting contest nevertheless The handicap debutantes CITY QUEEN and Pendella look the ones to concentrate on, preference going to the former who ran another good race under Toby Moore behind a well-above-average prospect here last month. She can see off her old rival.

B f Bated Breath - Poets Dance Daniel Tudhope Mrs J. E. Wallsgrove S. P. C. Woods, Newmarket

Br Joyce Wallsgrove

TIMEFORMVIEWEnded 2025 in fine fettle by winning her final 2 starts, including on handicap debut at Newcastle (1m) when last seen in November, scoring with more in hand than the margins imply Up 7Ib and is the only runner in this field without a run this year, but a danger all the same TFR###!! BHA82

2 SELECTION (IRE) (15) 534-522 D

Ch f Cotai Glory - Maghzaa (IRE)

4 9-13 (5)

Jason Hart

Ontoawinner & Alfa Site Services Ltd Ivan Furtado, Easingwold

Br Colm McEvoy www.ontoawinner.net

TIMEFORMVIEWBeaten less than a length when runner-up on her last 2 outings, latest in handicap at Newcastle 15 days ago when well positioned Retains the cheekpieces and may have to settle for a minor role again. TFR###!! BHA77

3 PENDELLA (IRE) (41) 2-41

Ch f Space Blues (IRE) - Majenta (IRE)

David & Yvonne Blunt

3 8-13 (6)

Sam James

K. R. Burke, Leyburn

Br Kenilworth House Stud KB Spigot Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Promising ﬁlly who made all in 9-runner maiden at Wolverhampton in February by 1 3/4 lengths from City Queen. Makes handicap debut with more to come and a bold bid is expected TFR####! BHA78

4 CITY QUEEN (IRE) (26) 5-22

B f Dubawi (IRE) - Alkandora

3 8-12 (2)

Toby Moore (7) Godolphin

Charlie Appleby, Newmarket

Br Godolphin Emirates Fly Better

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up both starts this year on the all-weather, behind Pendella at Wolverhampton then bumping into an above-average prospect in a 7-runner novice over C&D last month, ﬁnishing well clear of the third. Is bred to be smart and looks capable of defying this mark TFR##### BHA77

5 KISS ME MY LOVE (IRE) (16) 00615-0 D

B f Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Love Street (USA)

Mr R. G. Fell

4 8-12 (4)

Joanna Mason

Roger Fell, Nawton

Br Irish National Stud OR8 Wellness

TIMEFORMVIEW Won handicap at Beverley in September Last of 11 in similar event at Wolverhampton on return last month. Is back in a higher grade and others are preferred. TFR##!!! BHA62

6 LIKENESS (IRE) (24) 33622-4

B f Blue Point (IRE) - Tayybah (IRE)

Highclere Thoroughbred - Sycamore

(1)

Jack Callan (5)

George Boughey, Newmarket

Br Mr John Frances Keegan Highclere Thoroughbred Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWA fair maiden who was placed 4 times in 2025 Found excuses thin on the ground when a below form fourth of 10 in novice (5/2) at Chelmsford (7f) on return last month. Looks vulnerable for win purposes. TFR###!! BHA76

2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Pendella (IRE), City Queen (IRE), 4-1 Selection (IRE), 9-2 Song N Dance (GB), 5-1 Likeness (IRE), 33-1 Kiss Me My Love (IRE)

1-2-3: 1.CITY QUEEN (IRE) 2.PENDELLA (IRE)

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FIFTH RACE 4.15

ABOUT ONE MILE FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE COUNTRY & WESTERN NIGHT 25TH APRIL 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): M Appleby (58 wins from 573 runners, 10%) runs LOOKS FANTASTIC TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): M Herrington (2 wins from 9 runners, 22%) runs DREAM ILLUSION & SOAMES FORSYTE

LONGEST TRAVELLER: UNION ISLAND trained by C Johnston, Middleham, 110 miles.

AMERICAN STATE didn’t enjoy the rub of the green when sixth atWolverhampton last time and can bounce back in style at the chief expense of course specialist MarryThe Night. Fellow C&D scorer Union Island and handicap debutante Holly Mist also need factoring in.

1 MARRY THE NIGHT (GB) (16)

B g Advertise - Fen Breeze

Dubelem (Racing) Limited & Partner

Sean Kirrane

Tim Easterby, Malton

Br Pantile Stud Easthorpe Hall Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW A 4-time C&D winner, latest in March. 7/2, good third of 11 in handicap at Wolverhampton 16 days ago and can make his presence felt again TFR####! BHA70

2 HOLLY MIST (IRE) (39) 3-23 BF

Gr f Dark Angel (IRE) - Punita Arora (IRE)

4 9-8 (2)

Callum Rodriguez

Stay Foolish Roger Varian, Newmarket

Br Cavalier Bloodstock

TIMEFORMVIEW Fair form in 7f novices, not seen to best effect when third of 5 at Kempton 39 days ago. Can do better now going into handicaps. TFR###!! BHA69

3 DREAM ILLUSION (GB) (9) 112210 CD BF 4 9-7 (6)

B f Oasis Dream - Triple Star

William Pyle (3)

Mrs J. Lewis Michael Herrington, Willoughton

Br Selwood/Seascape Bloodstock Bg Europa UK Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual C&D winner, latest in March, but only eighth of 9 in 1m handicap at Newcastle 9 days ago. Needs to bounce back TFR###!! BHA68

4 AMERICAN STATE (IRE) (16) 0000-16 D

B g Arizona (IRE) - What Endures (IRE)

Daniel MacAuliffe & Anoj Don

9-7 (7)

Stevie Donohoe

Ivan Furtado, Easingwold

Br Patrick Monahan Class1Personnel

TIMEFORMVIEWMaking only second start for Ivan Furtado (had a breathing operation) when landing 8.5f handicap at Wolverhampton in February that worked out well Left poorly placed from a wide draw when sixth there last time so he’s well worth another chance off the same mark. TFR##### BHA68

5 SOAMES FORSYTE (GB) (26) 00-0104 CD

B g Siyouni (FR) - Fleur Forsyte

Mrs H Lloyd-Herrington & Partner

Br Normandie Stud Ltd

Dylan Hogan

Michael Herrington, Willoughton

TIMEFORM VIEW A 4-time course winner Posted a creditable fourth of 12 in handicap over C&D 26 days ago but unreliable and no banker to back that up TFR##!!! BHA67

6 UNION ISLAND (IRE) (40) 40-6314 CD

B g U S Navy Flag (USA) - Pellinore (USA)

Owners Group 121

(4)

Sean Dylan Bowen

Charlie Johnston, Middleham

Br Mohammed Hamad Khalifa Al-Attiyah Owners Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways at Lingﬁeld in February and not discredited when fourth of 8 in 1m handicap at Newcastle 40 days ago. This C&D winner is in the mix again TFR###!! BHA65

7 HACHIMAN (GB) (9) 3160-00 D 4 9-4 (1)

Gr g Frankel - Hareem Queen (IRE)

James Sullivan

Paul K Spencer and Mrs R Carr Ruth Carr, Stillington

Br Coverdale Stud William Hill

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 1m maiden at Lingﬁeld in August for Simon & Ed Crisford Yet to ﬁre in a pair of handicaps over C&D and at Newcastle for his current yard TFR##!!! BHA65

8 LOOKS FANTASTIC (GB) (107) 030500-

B g Kameko (USA) - Stacey Sutton (FR)

Richard and Alexia Howes

Robert Havlin

Michael Appleby, Oakham

Br Aston Mullins Stud Tattersalls

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains winless and he came in last of 7 in 7f handicap here 107 days ago. Others more persuasive. TFR##!!! BHA62

2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 5, 6.

Stewards Note:

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

MARRY THE NIGHT: Following its run on 20/3/2026 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.

DREAM ILLUSION: Following its run on 27/3/2026 it was reported that the horse was restless in stalls.

Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Holly Mist (IRE), 4-1 Marry The Night (GB), Dream Illusion (GB), 6-1 Soames Forsyte (GB), 8-1 American State (IRE), 12-1 Union Island (IRE), 22-1 Looks Fantastic (GB), 28-1 Hachiman (GB)

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SIXTH RACE 4.50

ONE MILE ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS FOR NOVICE THREE, FOUR AND FIVE YRS OLD

THE BOOK THE BISTRO IN SEASONS RESTAURANT RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (FOR HORSES IN BANDS C AND D) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £10000 ¨ Owners Prize Money. 1st £4129, 2nd £2065, 3rd £1032, 4th £516, 5th £258. (Penalty Value £5234) SS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): A Balding (40 wins from 255 runners, 16%) runs MYSTIC MUSIC TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Balding (7 wins from 30 runners, 23%) runs MYSTIC MUSIC LONGEST TRAVELLER: MYSTIC MUSIC trained by A Balding, Kingsclere, 144 miles.

PURE MOON and Desert Belle are both fancied to improve for the step up to 1 1/2m, the former narrowly preferred given his form has been tested

1 JOHN GALT (FR) (16) (2lb) 4-445

B g Elvstroem (AUS) - Nantucket (IRE)

Osborne

Mr Rupert Lowe Jamie Osborne, Upper Lambourn

Br Mr Charles Green Data-Path Ons Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWReturns to novice company having still looked rough around the edges when fifth of 10 on Wolverhampton handicap debut and very much the type who’ll benefit from first-time headgear (cheekpieces/tongue strap) TFR###!! BHA67

2 POPPEYE (GB) (-) (2lb)

4 10-0 (6)

B g Expert Eye - Easy Terms Oliver Stammers

Mr Grant Tuer Grant Tuer, Northallerton

Br Grant Tuer

TIMEFORMVIEWExpert Eye gelding. Half-brother to 6f-1m winner Termonator and 1 1/4m-1 1/2m winner Real Terms. Dam 1 1/4m-1 1/2m winner Likely to be an outsider on belated debut TFR##!!! BHA-

3 THE LAKES (GB) (8) 6

4 9-11 (5)

B f Advertise - Rio’s Rosanna (IRE) Cam Hardie

Mr James Marshall Simon Whitaker, Scarcroft

Br Mr james Marshall & Freya Marshall Yorkshire Bale

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in a trio of bumpers and similar story on Flat debut over C&D. TFR#!!!! BHA-

4 JOYFUL LAWYER (USA) (29) 00-4

B g Kitten’s Joy (USA) - Lady Lawyer (USA)

3 8-9 (9)

Pierre-Louis Jamin

Sheikh Juma Dalmook Al Maktoum K. R. Burke, Leyburn

Br Rabbah Bloodstock

TIMEFORM VIEW Son of Kitten’s Joy showed a bit more returning from 3 months off (gelded in the interim) when fourth of 6 in ﬁrst-time visor at Chelmsford (1 1/4m) last time, shaping as though well worth a go over this longer trip TFR###!! BHA68

5 PURE MOON (GB) (164) 2-

B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Pure Line

3 8-9 (2)

Edward Greatrex Hambleton Racing LVII & Mrs G Jarvis

Br W. & R. Barnett Ltd

Tom Clover, Newmarket

Hambleton Racing Ltd, Hambleton Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWSea The Moon gelding hails from a talented family and produced a promising ﬁrst effort when runner-up in 1m Nottingham maiden (heavy) in October. That form has some merit, and he’s fancied to improve over a markedly longer trip TFR##### BHA-

6 HAVANA’S TUNE (GB) (34) (2lb) 06

3 8-7 (1)

B g Havana Gold (IRE) - New Tune Marco Ghiani Scuderia Sagam Srls Marco Botti, Newmarket

Br Mr T. H. S. Fox Marco Botti Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fared no better than on debut upped in trip at Kempton last time and hopes pinned on switch to more severe headgear TFR##!!! BHA-

7 HERE COMES LOUIE (GB) (163) (2lb) 00- 3 8-7 (4)

B g Land Force (IRE) - L’Ile Aux Loups (IRE)

James Sullivan

Nawton Racing Club Roger Fell, Nawton

Br Emma Capon Bloodstock OR8 Wellness

TIMEFORM VIEW Inexpensive Land Force gelding offered little in 2 starts last autumn and hard to be conﬁdent he’ll improve for the markedly longer trip TFR##!!! BHA-

1-2-3: 1.PURE MOON 2.DESERT BELLE 3.JOHN GALT (FR)

8 DESERT BELLE (GB) (16) (2lb) 2 BF

B f Masar (IRE) - Arabian Beauty (IRE)

3 8-2 (7)

Luke Morris

Cheveley Park Stud Sir Mark Prescott Bt, Newmarket

Br Cheveley Park Stud Limited

Cheveley Park Stud Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWMasar ﬁlly. Closely related to smart winner up to 10.2f Dubai Icon Dam, 1 1/4m-1 1/2m winner, half-sister to very smart winner up to 1 1/4m Rio de La Plata. Sent off odds-on but held back by inexperience on recent Lingﬁeld debut (1m) and likely to prove a different proposition now stepped up to 1 1/2m TFR####! BHA-

9 MYSTIC MUSIC (GB) (24) (2lb) 5

B f Waldgeist - Make Music

Kingsclere Racing Club

3 8-2 (8)

Nicola Currie

Andrew Balding, Kingsclere

Br Kingsclere Stud Kingsclere Stud

TIMEFORMVIEW Waldgeist ﬁlly was sent off at 33/1 and made little impression over an inadequate trip (1m) on Chelmsford debut At least worth a market check now tackling a more suitable distance TFR##!!! BHA-

2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Blinkers worn first time by No 6 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1. Visor worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 6.

Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Desert Belle (GB), 11-4 Pure Moon (GB), 9-2 John Galt (FR), 13-2 Joyful Lawyer (USA), 20-1 Mystic Music (GB), 28-1 Havana’s Tune (GB), 40-1 Poppeye (GB), 80-1 Here Comes Louie (GB), 300-1 The Lakes (GB)

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SEVENTH RACE 5.20

WITH SPONSORSHIP AT SOUTHWELL

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): James Owen (36 wins from 205 runners, 18%) runs SILKIES SIB TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): James Owen (5 wins from 41 runners, 12%) runs SILKIES SIB

WEIGHTWATCHER: YAKHABAR won off a handicap mark of 57, his rating is now down 6lb to 51. LONGEST TRAVELLER: ARTH’S GOLD trained by R Hannon, Marlborough, 154 miles.

JACK ANDREA arrives in top form and is fancied to make it 3 wins from his last 4 outings Lednikov took advantage of a falling mark over 1 3/4m here last time and is respected again despite a hefty rise for that wide-margin win. Late Claim is also considered back down in class.

1.JACK ANDREA 2.LEDNIKOV 3.LATE CLAIM (FR)

Br c Havana Gold (IRE) - Break Time Joe Leavy Middleham Park Racing XXVII Richard Hannon, Marlborough

Br Exors of the Late Mrs B. E. Moore Tattersalls

TIMEFORM VIEW Ran up to best from career-low mark when third at Southwell in February but not in same form at Kempton since. TFR###!! BHA60

2 LEDNIKOV (GB) (23) 33-0001 CD

8 9-8 (9)

B g Footstepsinthesand - Ledena Elle-May Croot (5)

Crazy Racing Ltd Ivan Furtado, Easingwold

Br Litex Commerce

TIMEFORMVIEW Three-time winner here last season and was right back to best when taking 10-runner handicap at this course (1 3/4m, 18/1) 23 days ago. Shortlisted from 8lb higher. TFR####! BHA59

3 SYCAMORE GAP (GB) (558) 203221/- D

B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Tadpole

6 9-7 (7)

Jason Hart

Sycamore Gap Racing Stephen Hanlon, Leyburn

Br Willmo Bloodstock Riverside e-Bikes & Cycles

TIMEFORM VIEW Deservedly scored at Newcastle for Rebecca Menzies when last seen in 2024. Worth betting check starting out for new yard after 18 months off. TFR###!! BHA58

4 BACKER BILK (GB) (218) 123235-

4 9-7 (3)

Ch g Ulysses (IRE) - Marenko Jack Dace (5)

If only partnership David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold

Br Cheveley Park Stud Limited Retraining of Racehorses, Pragnell

TIMEFORMVIEWConsistent on the whole last winter when trained by Jim & Suzi Best and then James Owen Returned lame when last seen 7 months ago and is probably best watched after another yard switch TFR###!! BHA58

5 SILKIES SIB (IRE) (24) 322136

Ch g Cotai Glory - Vasoni (IRE)

Mr Paul L. Drinkwater

6 9-7 (1)

Luke Morris

James Owen, Newmarket

Br Mrs Claire Doyle D & D Industrial Coatings Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Gained reward for consistency when winning at Chelmsford in February. Failed to really settle under an inexperienced amateur last time and should be closer to form here going back up in trip TFR###!! BHA58

6 JACK ANDREA (GB) (8) 5-36121 C 4 9-4 (5)

B g Time Test - Dutch Lady Hector Crouch

J Rayment, J Stephenson & R Eddery John Butler, Newmarket

Br D. R. Botterill Tote

TIMEFORMVIEWIn top form and was better than ever when winning 10-runner handicap (10/3) at this course (11f) 8 days ago on just his second start for John Butler Another big run expected up in trip TFR##### BHA55

7 YAKHABAR (GB) (22) 1000-01 CD

7 9-0 (8)

B g Ulysses (IRE) - End of An Era (IRE) Billy Garritty

Foulrice Park Racing Limited Liam Bailey, Middleham

Br Cheveley Park Stud Limited Show Business Interiors Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWImproved on recent efforts to win 10-runner handicap (18/1) at this C&D 22 days ago, getting ﬁrst run. Visor reapplied now and overall proﬁle suggests he’s not certain to back that up TFR###!! BHA51

1-2-3:

8 LATE CLAIM (FR) (15) 12-0226

Br m Almanzor (FR) - Star Value (IRE)

The Pit Stop Partnership

Br The Royal Studs

5 8-12 (10)

Finlay Bassett (7)

John Mackie, Church Broughton

John Mackie Racing, Steve Foster Cranes Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWWinner at Lingﬁeld in December and has ﬁnished second 3 times since, including in a minor event at Wolverhampton last month. Not too good in handicap here last time but back down in grade with tongue strap tried. TFR###!! BHA49

9 HEARTENED (IRE) (24) 43136-4

B f Camacho - Duna (GER)

YorLinc Racing

Br Kildaragh Stud

4 8-12 (2)

Cam Hardie

Ollie Pears, Malton

TIMEFORMVIEW Winner at Newcastle in September and shaped with some encouragement on her ﬁrst start for 5 months when fourth of 12 in minor event at Newcastle 24 days ago. TFR###!! BHA49

10 EASTER SUNDAE (GB) (49) 00//0-062

7 8-9 (6)

Ch g Polish Power (GER) - My Stroppy Poppy Joanna Mason Orchard Racing Club John Wainwright, Malton

Br Sarah Cook Harmony Inns Hotels

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains winless but ran well at huge odds when second at Newcastle in February, ﬁrst-time headgear presumably the catalyst Needs to back that up TFR###!! BHA45

2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Tongue Strap worn ﬁrst time by No 8. Blinkers worn by No. 1, 2. Visor worn by No. 5.

Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 9, 10.

Stewards Note:

BACKER BILK: Following its run on 30/8/2025 it was reported that the horse returned lame.

SILKIES SIB: Following its run on 12/3/2026 it was reported that the horse ran too free.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Lednikov (GB), 9-2 Jack Andrea (GB), 8-1 Yakhabar (GB), 9-1 Late Claim (FR), 10-1 Heartened (IRE), 12-1 Arth’s Gold (GB), Silkies Sib (IRE), 14-1 Backer Bilk (GB), 16-1 Sycamore Gap (GB), Easter Sundae (GB)

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RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 1.55 - THE GB CIVIL ENGINEERING HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3768 to the winning horse The second to receive £1768, the third £883, the fourth £442 and the ﬁfth £220. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-65 (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. April 3rd. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 28th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. GB Civil Engineering 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 £36. - Closed March 30th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2973; Second £1487; Third £743; Fourth £372; Fifth £186. (Penalty Value £3768.48) SS

SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 2.31 - THE HEGGS FAMILY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5652 to the winning horse The second to receive £2652, the third £1325, the fourth £663 and the ﬁfth £330. for three yrs old only, Rated 66-85 (also open to such horses rated 86 and 87; such horses rated 65 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £54 stake if the horse is rated 66 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 65 or lower with £44 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 3rd. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 28th, 2026, for each race won 6lb. The Heggs Family have kindly sponsored this race. BetMGM will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. 12 entries at £54. - Closed March 30th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4459; Second £2230; Third £1115; Fourth £557; Fifth £279. (Penalty Value £5652.72) SS SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 3.06 - THE GRACE & DOTTY

RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (for horses in Bands C and D) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4320 to the winning horse The second to receive £2028, the third £1014 and the fourth £507. for novice three, four and five yrs old only, which are in Bands C and D. Enter by noon, March 30th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 3rd. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st 2lb; fillies 8st 11lb 4-y-o and 5-y-o colts and geldings 10st 2lb; fillies 9st 11lb Penalties, for each race won 7lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties) Allowances: Band D from Band C 2lb (Allowances are cumulative). Grace & Dotty 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 £40. - Closed March 30th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3414; Second £1706; Third £854; Fourth £426. (Penalty Value £4320) SS SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 3.41 - THE LADIES DAY SUNDAY 16TH AUGUST FILLIES’ HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5652 to the winning horse The second to receive £2652, the third £1325, the fourth £663 and the ﬁfth £330. for three yrs old and upwards ﬁllies and mares only, Rated 61-80 (also open to such horses rated 81 and 82; such horses rated 60 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £54 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £44 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 3rd. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 2lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 1lb Penalties, after March 28th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. The Racecourse has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. NOTE: Three-year-old horses might not be able to receive the full weight-for-age allowance in this race. 9 entries at £54. - Closed March 30th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £4459; Second £2230; Third £1115; Fourth £557; Fifth £279. (Penalty Value £5652.72) SS

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 4.15 - THE COUNTRY & WESTERN NIGHT 25TH APRIL 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 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. April 3rd. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 28th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. The Racecourse 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 March 30th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3468; Second £1735; Third £867; Fourth £433; Fifth £217. (Penalty Value £4396.56) SS

SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 4.50 - THE BOOK THE BISTRO IN SEASONS RESTAURANT RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (for horses in Bands C and D) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5234 to the winning horse The second to receive £2456, the third £1227, the fourth £614 and the fifth £306. for novice three, four and five yrs old only, which are in Bands C and D. Enter by noon, March 30th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 3rd. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 8st 9lb; fillies 8st 4lb 4-y-o and 5-y-o colts and geldings 10st 2lb; fillies 9st 11lb Penalties, for each race won 7lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties) Allowances: Band D from Band C 2lb (Allowances are cumulative). The Racecourse 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 at £50. - Closed March 30th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) SS SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 5.20 - THE CELEBRATE WITH SPONSORSHIP AT SOUTHWELL RACECOURSE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3768 to the winning horse The second to receive £1768, the third £883, the fourth £442 and the ﬁfth £220. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-60 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £36 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £29 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 3rd. Lowest weight 8st 9lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 28th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. The racecourse 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 £36. - Closed March 30th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £2973; Second £1487; Third £743; Fourth £372; Fifth £186. (Penalty Value £3768.48) SS SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.

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