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OF THE COURSE
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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
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FIRST RACE 4.55
ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS FILLIES AND MARES
THE DOWNLOAD THE AT THE RACES APP FILLIES’ HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund £7600 ¨ Owners Prize Money. 1st £3138, 2nd £1569, 3rd £784, 4th £392, 5th £196. (Penalty Value £3977.84) Weights raised 5lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Loughnane (26 wins from 169 runners, 15%) runs JAMIE SOMMERS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): M Botti (5 wins from 12 runners, 42%) runs GALILEO CHARM LONGEST TRAVELLER: PICKERSGILL trained by I Jardine, Carrutherstown, 218 miles.
SEAPEARL showed promise in her qualifying runs and might be worth siding with to make a successful handicap debut Pickersgill rates an obvious threat on the back of last month’s Wolverhampton near miss, while Galileo Charm was only put up 3lb for her breakthrough win last time.
(IRE) 3.GALILEO CHARM
B f Inns of Court (IRE) - Next Generation (IRE)
Dougie Costello
Mr P. Stacey Steph Hollinshead, Rugeley
Br Tally-Ho Stud Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden Respectable eighth of 13 in handicap at this course (6f, 22/1) when last seen in September. Improvement will be needed to break her duck on return TFR##!!! BHA64
2 PICKERSGILL (IRE) (21) 000-402 4 10-1 (8)
Ch f Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Ponty Acclaim (IRE) Lewis Edmunds Iain Jardine Racing Ltd Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
Br Rockhart Trading Ltd Iain Jardine Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Turf win in Ireland Creditable second of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7f) 21 days ago. Likely to be on the premises again if in similar form TFR####! BHA63
3 ROVINIA (GB) (126) 323150- D
4 9-7 (4)
B f Legends of War (USA) - Windlass (IRE) Jack Callan (5)
Lauren Adams Christopher Petts
Br Christopher Petts
Roger Teal, Lambourn
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Kempton (7f) in October but ended 2025 with a modest run at Lingfield. Off for 126 days TFR##!!! BHA55
4 GALILEO CHARM (GB) (22) 24-6321 D
B f Galileo Gold - Rustic Charm
Mr C. J. Murfitt & Partner
3 9-6 (2)
Robert Havlin
Marco Botti, Newmarket
Br Pantile Stud Marco Botti Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Career best when winning 11-runner event at Wolverhampton (7f) 22 days ago. That was her first handicap and she should remain very competitive off only 3lb higher TFR####! BHA68
5 JAMIE SOMMERS (IRE) (11) 051-00 D
B f Kodiac - Rince Beo (IRE)
D Lowe & S Hoyland
Br Michael Ryan
3 9-6 (5)
Billy Loughnane
David Loughnane, Tern Hill
Dave Loughnane Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWWolverhampton novice winner over this trip in December Only seventh in a pair of handicaps on all-weather since but still early days and Billy Loughnane rides for the first time TFR###!! BHA68
6 KHUSKHAS (GB) (175) 01600-
Ch f Palace Pier - Papaver
Mr C. J. Murfitt
Br Colin Murfitt and Jane Meade
3 9-4 (6)
Jonny Peate
James Ferguson, Newmarket
James Ferguson Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of 6f maiden at Yarmouth for Kevin Philippart De Foy last summer but disappointing in 3 turf nurseries later in the year Returns under the care of a new stable with first-time blinkers fitted TFR##!!! BHA66
7 MY SHAGAF (IRE) (11) 033-030 3 9-2 (1)
B f Sioux Nation (USA) - Multiply By Eight (FR) George Wood
Mr Mohammed Al Suboosi T. J. Kent, Newmarket
Br Mountarmstrong Stud & Rob Tierney
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden Creditable third at Newcastle and can probably have her subsequent Lingfield effort ignored after suffering early interference TFR###!! BHA64
Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br
8 MAYBE SOON (IRE) (19) 440 3 8-12 (9)
B f Supremacy (IRE) - Maybride
T T Racing
Br Kildaragh Stud
Andrew Elliott
Tom Tate, Tadcaster
Tom Tate Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability when fourth over 6f on first 2 starts and met trouble when only ninth of 11 at Newcastle (7f) last time. Unexposed handicap newcomer. TFR###!! BHA60
9 SEAPEARL (GB) (59) 606
B f Calyx - Finest (IRE)
P. F. I. Cole Ltd
3 8-12 (3)
Edward Greatrex
Oliver Cole, Whatcombe
Br James Mchale & Selwood Bloodstock P. F. I. Cole Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden 25/1, sixth of 9 in maiden at Lingfield (7f) 59 days ago, not knocked about Appeals as a likely improver in handicaps. TFR##### BHA60
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Blinkers worn first time by No 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4. Stewards Note:
ROVINIA: Following its run on 2/12/2025 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly.
MY SHAGAF: Following its run on 27/3/2026 it was reported that the horse ran too free.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Galileo Charm (GB), 10-3 Pickersgill (IRE), 8-1 My Shagaf (IRE), 10-1 Maybe Soon (IRE), Seapearl (GB), 11-1 Jamie Sommers (IRE), 16-1 Khuskhas (GB), 18-1 Spirit of Jenny (IRE), 20-1 Rovinia (GB)
POSITION OF STALLS
5f: Centre
Remainder: Inner
BE T TING DISPUTES/QUER IES
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ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND
THE SKY SPORTS RACING SKY 415 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund £7600 ¨ Owners Prize Money. 1st £3138, 2nd £1569, 3rd £784, 4th £392, 5th £196. (Penalty Value £3977.84) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): K Ryan (19 wins from 135 runners, 14%) runs BLUE LAKOTA TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): K P De Foy (1 win from 9 runners, 11%) runs BINADHAM LONGEST TRAVELLER: BRAZILIAN BELLE trained by M Dods, Darlington, 126 miles.
If first-time cheekpieces give BINADHAM a bit extra he can turn around last month’s Wolverhampton form with Brazilian Belle and land a first win since his debut Last month’s C&D scorer Toomuchforme can be excused her subsequent Wolverhampton effort and is next on the list.
1
Ch m Smooth Daddy (USA) - Silesie (USA) Pat Cosgrave
Dominic Orange & Jonathan Williams Lisa Williamson, Tarporley
Br Christopher Johnston Bloodstock
TIMEFORM VIEW Four 5f wins in a productive 2025 and should be sharper for last month’s reappearance Remains 5lb above her last winning mark, though TFR##!!! BHA75
2 DARK KESTREL (IRE) (18) 061016 D
B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Goodnight And Joy (IRE)
6 9-9 (2)
Harry Russell
Mr Antony Brittain Antony Brittain, Warthill
Br Paul McCartan
TIMEFORM VIEW Two 5f Newcastle wins this year 8/1, 1 3/4 lengths sixth of 9 to Brazilian Belle in handicap at Wolverhampton (5f) 18 days ago, never nearer TFR###!! BHA75
3 BINADHAM (IRE) (18) 6342-63 D
B g Kodiac - Rajmahal (UAE)
Salhia Stud Limited
4 9-8 (9)
Daniel Muscutt
Kevin Philippart de Foy, Newmarket
Br Tally-Ho Stud KPF Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Fourteen runs since last win in 2024 5/1, creditable neck third of 9 to Brazilian Belle at Wolverhampton (5f) 18 days ago. Cheekpieces on first time Gets the nod. TFR##### BHA74
4 CASTAN (GB) (33) 053-220 CD
Ch g Charming Thought - Astley Park
Ceffyl Racing
6 9-8 (3)
Paul Mulrennan
Bryan Smart, Hambleton
Br Houghton Bloodstock UK Ltd Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner. Placed 3 times this winter but weakened into eighth behind Dark Kestrel at Newcastle last time TFR##!!! BHA74
5 BLUE LAKOTA (IRE) (19) 0-21634 C D BF
Ch g Sioux Nation (USA) - Gwen Lady Byron (IRE)
Mrs Jennifer E. Pallister
4 9-8 (4)
Jack Callan (5)
Kevin Ryan, Hambleton
Br Morgan Cahalan K. A. Ryan Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Adding consistency to his game and was a winner at Newcastle (6f) in January. Creditable fourth of 6 over 5f there last time TFR###!! BHA74
6 TEES AGGREGATES (IRE) (226) 043010- D 4 9-8 (7)
B g Earthlight (IRE) - Club Prive (IRE)
Jack Garritty Ingleby Bloodstock Ltd & The Ivy League
Adrian Nicholls, Sessay
Br Deer Forest Stud Scott Bros Ltd, Adrian Nicholls Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWTwo turf wins in 2025. Also a close second on her reappearance last year so evidently capable when fresh. The surface is an unknown, though, with her previous 17 starts all on turf TFR##!!! BHA74
7 BRAZILIAN BELLE (IRE) (18) 540-311 CD 4 9-7 (1)
B f Coulsty (IRE) - Brazilian Breeze (IRE)
Sean Kirrane Dods Racing Club
Michael Dods, Darlington
Br P. Burns Denton Hall Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWBack to winning ways over C&D in February and had a couple of today’s rivals behind when following up at Wolverhampton (5f) 18 days ago. Respected on the hat-trick bid TFR####! BHA73
B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Saffian
Calcaria Racing & Partner
John Fahy
Paul Midgley, Westow
Br Mr Denis B. McCarthy Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful at best but below par since a claiming at Wolverhampton last August. A 132-day break needs to have had a reviving effect TFR##!!! BHA69
9 TOOMUCHFORME (GB) (3) 00-0310 CD 4 9-1 (5)
B f Too Darn Hot - Come With Me
Ryedale Racing
Billy Loughnane
Antony Brittain, Warthill
Br Whatcote Farm Stud Asset Finance Solutions (UK) Ltd.
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in March. Bumped at the start and can probably be forgiven Saturday’s last of 8 at Wolverhampton. Billy Loughnane rides TFR###!! BHA67
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 3. Blinkers worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4. Stewards Note:
DARK KESTREL: Following its run on 20/3/2026 it was reported that the horse was slowly away.
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Blue Lakota (IRE), 9-2 Binadham (IRE), 5-1 Brazilian Belle (IRE), 9-1 Castan (GB), Toomuchforme (GB), 10-1 Dark Kestrel (IRE), 18-1 Tees Aggregates (IRE), 20-1 Smooth Silesie (IRE), Fierce (IRE)
Customers of the Boards and Rails
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THIRD RACE 6.00
ABOUT ONE MILE FOR THREE YRS OLD THE SKY SPORTS RACING VIRGIN 512 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)
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): K R Burke (35 wins from 214 runners, 16%) runs DELINQUENT TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): Dr R Newland & J Insole (5 wins from 19 runners, 26%) runs ISLAND BEAR LONGEST TRAVELLER: DEPORTED trained by O Sangster, Marlborough, 154 miles.
DELINQUENT made a pleasing return here last month and looks sure to appreciate this longer trip He can get off the mark. Likely improvers Captain Fox and Gatehouse rate the principal dangers.
1 SOVEREIGN VIEW (GB) (185) 44231- D
B g Mohaather - Velvet Vision
Sarabex
9-10 (4)
P. J. McDonald
James Tate, Newmarket
Br Sarabex Agma Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Off the mark when taking 5-runner nursery at Newcastle (1m) in October, responding well. Remains fairly treated on return to action and could be a player TFR###!! BHA81
2 CAPTAIN FOX (IRE) (38) 523-1 D
Ch g Australia - Tough Spirit (IRE)
Mr Bernie Dickson
Finley Marsh
Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn
Br Denis McDonnell Agetur (UK) Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed previous promise when taking 5-runner novice (1/2) at Lingfield (1m, AW) 38 days ago, forging clear Likely more to come on tapeta/handicap debut TFR####! BHA81
3 ISLAND BEAR (IRE) (248) 236-
B c Kodi Bear (IRE) - Lil’s Joy (IRE)
Chris Stedman
9-10 (1)
Billy Loughnane
Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich
Br Rathbarry Stud Coulthursts Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Posted fair form in a trio of starts last term Likely has more to offer in handicaps this season although his opening mark could have been kinder TFR##!!! BHA81
4 DEPORTED (GB) (155) 423-
B g Territories (IRE) - Pax Britannica (IRE)
9-7 (3)
Jamie Spencer
Deported Partnership Ollie Sangster, Marlborough
Br Chola Dynasty (The Partnership)
TIMEFORMVIEW Found improvement when runner-up at Kempton in October. Below par at Wolverhampton on his final start last year but may have more to offer on switch to handicapping TFR###!! BHA78
5 MAGICAL MERLOT (GB) (173) 6321- D
B g Make Believe - Melodic Motion (IRE)
9-6 (6)
Hector Crouch
Mr Johnny Hall Ed Dunlop, Newmarket
Br The Melodic Motion Partnership Tattersalls
TIMEFORM VIEW Opened account at fourth time of asking when landing 7-runner novice at Brighton (1m) in October. Switches to handicaps on return and must enter calculations TFR###!! BHA77
6 GATEHOUSE (IRE) (117) 21-
B g Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Wild Intrigue (IRE)
9-6 (5)
Robert Havlin
Mr S. P. C. Woods S P. C. Woods, Newmarket
Br Yulong Investments
TIMEFORMVIEW Promising individual who built on his encouraging debut effort when taking 8-runner novice over a longer trip at Chelmsford City in December Should have more to offer this year, particularly now sent handicapping TFR####! BHA77
7 DELINQUENT (IRE) (10) 264-5 8-13 (2)
B g Mehmas (IRE) - Naughty Or Nice (IRE) Clifford Lee
Newtown Anner Stud Farm K. R. Burke, Leyburn
Br Newtown Anner Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-raced maiden who was returning from 3 months off when creditable fifth of 9 in handicap at this course (7f) 10 days ago, running on Entitled to build on that, particularly now stepped up in trip TFR##### BHA70
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Running for the first time since Gelding No. 4, 5.
DECLARED RUNNERS 7
Stewards Note: DEPORTED: Following its run on 3/11/2025 it was reported that the horse ran too free.
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Captain Fox (IRE), 9-2 Gatehouse (IRE), Delinquent (IRE), 13-2 Magical Merlot (GB), 15-2 Sovereign View (GB), 8-1 Deported (GB), 12-1 Island Bear (IRE)
FREE TIPS ON
HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund £7600 ¨ Owners Prize Money. 1st £3138, 2nd £1569, 3rd £784, 4th £392, 5th £196. (Penalty Value £3977.84) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): M Appleby (58 wins from 573 runners, 10%) runs FAITHFUL DREAM TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Hannon (6 wins from 40 runners, 15%) runs MAGIC LADY MAE LONGEST TRAVELLER: SAGREMOR trained by D Menuisier, Pulborough, 175 miles.
FAITHFUL DREAM has highlighted his turn isn’t far away on more than one occasion this year and following another solid placed effort at Chelmsford, he looks to hold sound claims from a 1lb lower mark. Fanjove was in fine form when last seen and is feared most on his return ahead of Sagremor The betting can unearth clues in relation to the handicap debutantes.
1.FAITHFUL DREAM 2.FANJOVE (IRE) 3.SAGREMOR (IRE)
1
B or Br g Armor - My Love’s Passion (FR)
Callum Shepherd
D. Menuisier David Menuisier, Pulborough
Br Mr Sylvain Vidal Shinco Racing Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWDefinite promise in maidensbut he proved too keen to last out when fourth on handicap debut at Doncaster(6f, heavy) when last seen in November Gelded ahead of return/all-weather debut and surprise were he not capable of better as a 3-y-o for good stable. TFR###!!
2
FINNISH (GB) (138) 543-
Ch g Pinatubo (IRE) - Farnham
Mrs L A Smith
Br Branton Court Stud LLP
Jack Mitchell
Kevin Frost, Newark
Kevin Frost Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWSon of Pinatubo who matched previous best (fair form) when third on qualifying run over 5f here in November Gelded subsequently and whilst this return to 6f should suit now handicapping, he has a tricky draw to overcome TFR###!! BHA70
3 REAL JACK (GB) (134) 502-
9-9 (7)
B g Ubettabelieveit (IRE) - Ellen Gates Sean Kirrane
Mr Michael Moses & Mr Terry Moses
Michael Dods, Darlington
Br Ellen Gates Partnership Calder Sheetmetal Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWUbettabelieveit gelding who surpassed form of first 2 starts despite not looking ideally served by the drop to the minimum trip when second in a Newcastle novice 5 months ago. Return to 6f will suit and interesting on handicap bow. TFR###!! BHA70
4 HORWICH (GB) (12) 1-1300 9-9 (10)
B g Mayson - Hilldale James Sullivan Foxtrot Racing Horwich Ruth Carr, Stillington
Br Highfield Farm LLP
William Hill, Foxtrot Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWBoasted 2 wins from 3 starts for Clive Cox at 7f during the winter but hasn’t looked an easy ride and failed to beat a rival in pair of handicaps here for new yard Needs to settle better and he’s best watched. TFR##!!! BHA70
5 MAGIC LADY MAE (IRE) (13) 0-36
9-8 (9)
B f Mehmas (IRE) - Black Magic Woman (IRE) Joe Leavy
Mr Gary Gillies Richard Hannon, Marlborough
Br Killarkin Stud racingclub.com
TIMEFORMVIEWShowed a lot more than on debut 5 months on when third of 10 in novice at Chelmsford (7f) prior to a lesser display at Lingfield (6f) 13 days ago. Does now get her first crack in handicaps but opening mark will demand improvement TFR###!! BHA69
6 SPRINTING SPEED (IRE) (227) 560-
Ch c Mehmas (IRE) - Put On A Show George Wood
(3)
Mr George Houghton Jennie Candlish, Leek
Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited Equine Products UK Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWMehmas colt who didn’t go without promise in 2 of his 3 starts in sprint maiden/novice events for Richard Hannon last summer Debuts for new yard (sold 8,000 gns) who do well with similar types and another to note in the betting for positive vibes on handicap debut. TFR###!! BHA69
7 QUEEN SANA (GB) (20) 4225-3 9-8 (8)
B f Ardad (IRE) - Recife (GER) Billy Loughnane
Mr Abdulla Mohd Jaber Ollie Sangster, Marlborough
Br Mr Mohamed Jaber Abdulla
TIMEFORMVIEWFair filly who ran up to best granted the run of things after 3 months off when third in 4-runner 6f Kempton novice 3 weeks ago. May tighten up a little for that but she may have to settle for a minor role again on handicap bow. TFR###!! BHA69
8
PARANJAPE (GB) (110) 5315- D
B g Ardad (IRE) - Oksana Astankova
Mr G H Thompson & Mr S P C Woods
Br Brook Stud Bloodstock Ltd
9-8 (2)
Kieran O’Neill
S. P. C. Woods, Newmarket
Brook Stud Bloodstock Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Matched previous best when off the mark in maiden at Wolverhampton (6.1f) in November prior to finding wide trip catching him out on handicap debut at Chelmsford (7f) a month later Not discounted back from a break. TFR###!! BHA69
9 FANJOVE
(IRE) (138) 421312-
B g Nando Parrado - Company Jeed (IRE)
P. C. J. Dalby & R. D. Schuster
9-6 (5)
Hector Crouch
Ed Dunlop, Newmarket
Br Northern Bloodstock Agency Ltd Tattersalls
TIMEFORMVIEW Improved in all-weather handicaps during second half of last year, doubling his tally at Wolverhampton (7.1f) in October and only edged out late in the day at Newcastle the following month. One of the likelier types on his return. TFR####! BHA67
10 EIGHTTHREEONE (GB) (300) 253-
Ch g Rumble Inthejungle (IRE) - Dozen (FR)
Sheepwash Syndicate
9-5 (4)
Charles Bishop
Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury
Br Mr K. Ashburner ABM Catering Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWRumble Inthejungle gelding who didn’t go without promise in a trio of maidens during first half of last season Represents good yard and another to note in the betting for market confidence now handicapping following 10 months off. TFR###!! BHA66
11 GO VICTOR
(IRE) (172) 315200-
D
B g Victor Ludorum - Glad Eye (FR)
Eddie and Fiona Carswell
9-3 (11)
Paul Mulrennan
Tony Culhane & Stella Barclay, Garstang
Br Haras de Saint Pair Carswells Fire Engineering Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful from a 2lb lower mark at Thirsk (6f) in July but up and down thereafter. Surprise were he not vulnerable to less exposed types here. TFR##!!! BHA64
12 FAITHFUL DREAM (GB) (12) 524253
B c Dream Ahead (USA) - Faithful Promise
FOSNIC RACING
Br Petches Farm Ltd
8-12 (1)
Jason Watson
Michael Appleby, Oakham
Trade Access Panels Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWMaiden who arrives here in good heart, again not getting the clearest of runs but coming through to hold every chance when third at Chelmsford (6f) 12 days ago. Eased 1lb and likely he’ll be in the mix again. TFR##### BHA59
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Hood worn by No. 4. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 1, 2, 9. Stewards Note:
PARANJAPE: Following its run on 18/12/2025 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.
EIGHTTHREEONE: Following its run on 11/6/2025 it was reported that the horse’s bit slipped through.
FAITHFUL DREAM: Following its run on 26/3/2026 it was reported that the horse ran too freely.
Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Fanjove (IRE), 9-2 Faithful Dream (GB), 8-1 Real Jack (GB), 11-1 Queen Sana (GB), 12-1 Sagremor (IRE), Explosive Finnish (GB), Paranjape (GB), 14-1 Eightthreeone (GB), 16-1 Magic Lady Mae (IRE), Sprinting Speed (IRE), 33-1 Horwich (GB), 50-1 Go Victor (IRE)
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FIFTH RACE 7.00
ABOUT ONE MILE FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE SKY SPORTS RACING MILE SERIES FINAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) (CCR MILE SERIES FINAL)
Total prize fund £30000 ¨ Owners Prize Money. 1st £12387, 2nd £6195, 3rd £3096, 4th £1548, 5th £774. (Penalty Value £15702) Weights raised 2lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): M Appleby (58 wins from 573 runners, 10%) runs MOONJID TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Hannon (6 wins from 40 runners, 15%) runs GENNADIUS & SIGNCASTLE CITY
WEIGHTWATCHER: GIANT won off a handicap mark of 74, his rating is now down 7lb to 67.
LONGEST TRAVELLER: MY BOY HARRY trained by J & S Best, Lewes, 187 miles.
An unsurprisingly competitive series final and with that in mind it could be worth siding with MOONJID He wasn’t seen to anything like best effect when fifth behind Lexington Jet at Chelmsford 4 weeks ago and, entitled to come on for that run, Mick Appleby’s 4-y-o could well represent a spot of value Signcastle City is feared along with the red-hotTonal. Lexington Jet and Commander of Life also command respect.
1
LEXINGTON JET (IRE) (26) 63-1101
Ch g Cotai Glory - Ejadah (IRE)
Middleham Park Racing CXVI
Br Jer Hickey & Aaron Langan
Jack Callan (5)
David Loughnane, Tern Hill
Dave Loughnane Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWFront-runner who has improved for application of blinkers this year, again coming in for a sound tactical ride whenmakingit 3 wins from last 4 starts at Chelmsford (1m) 4 weeks ago, proving 1 3/4 lengths too good for Commander of Life Respected under promising claimer for all he’s drawn wide. TFR###!! BHA82
2 COMMANDER OF LIFE (IRE) (26) 1-42242 BF 5 9-10 (10)
B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Accommodate (IRE)
Good day out syndicate
Lewis Edmunds
Jessica Macey, Doncaster
Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited Jessica Macey Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent sort who shaped well when chasing home better-placed Lexington Jet at Chelmsford (1m) 4 weeks ago. Nudged up 1lb on the back of that effort but easy to envisage him in the mix again TFR###!! BHA80
3 TONAL (FR) (26) 121-131 CD
6 9-10 (6)
B g Siyouni (FR) - Oceanique (USA) Ryan Kavanagh (5)
Sue Howell Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Br Wertheimer & Frere Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner who has been a revelation this winter, making it 5 wins from last 7 starts in 7-runner handicap at Chelmsford (1m) 26 days ago, proving too strong for a similarly progressive stablemate Cheekpieces go back on and claims from 6lb higher mark. TFR####! BHA80
4 ECHALAR (IRE) (26) 40-1006
B g Too Darn Hot - Rocana
Mr S. Bell
4 9-7 (11)
Luke Morris
Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Br Ringfort Stud Ltd & M&P Bloodstock Ltd Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Wolverhampton (7.1f) in January but not been in anything like the same form in 2 starts since joining present stable TFR##!!! BHA77
5 UNITING (IRE) (26) 113-003 D
B g Mehmas (IRE) - Unique (FR)
Steel a win
Br Al Shaqab Racing
4 9-5 (1)
Jamie Spencer
Ian Williams, Alvechurch
TIMEFORMVIEW Registered back-to-back victories over 1m in November and bettered each of his 2 previous efforts this year when 3 1/4 lengths third of 7 behind Lexington Jet in a qualifier for this at Chelmsford 26 days ago. Well drawn and not discounted on these revised terms. TFR###!! BHA75
6 MOONJID (GB) (26) 02531-5 D
B g Mohaather - Sweet Cecily (IRE)
Jason Watson
The Horse Watchers 5 Michael Appleby, Oakham
Br Mrs S. Clifford
TIMEFORMVIEWGood start for Mick Appleby, confirming promise of his Kempton third when off the mark at Nottingham (1m) in October Found himself with too much to do after 5 months off when fifth behind Lexington Jet at Chelmsford 26 days ago and fancied to be much more competitive here TFR##### BHA74
7 SIGNCASTLE CITY (IRE) (26) 602154 D
6 9-4 (8)
Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Uae Queen Joe Leavy
Middleham Park Racing III & Partner
Richard Hannon, Marlborough
Br Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum Middleham Park Racing
TIMEFORMVIEW Ended a losing run at Chelmsford (7f) in February and has been seen to nothing like best effect either start since, finishing 6 lengths fourth of 7 to Lexington Jet at Chelmsford (1m) 4 weeks ago. Hails from a yard amongst the winners and he’s respected. TFR####! BHA74
KEY Owner Breeding
Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br
8
STUDIOUS (IRE) (26) 14-3233 D
Gr g Study of Man (IRE) - Alqifaar (USA)
Laurence Bellman & Partner
Br The Cottage Stud
4 9-4 (2)
Billy Loughnane
Mark Loughnane, Kidderminster
TIMEFORMVIEWThree-time winner on all-weather who lines up here in good form, finishing 3 3/4 lengths third of 7 behind Tonal in handicap at Chelmsford (1m) on latest outing in June Each-way possibilities again TFR###!! BHA74
9 LAW
OF
DESIGN
(IRE) (54) 4300-05
Ch g Sottsass (FR) - Areeda (IRE)
Letsgiveitago
4 9-3 (5)
Charles Bishop
Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Br Knockaney Stud Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWA fair 7f winner for Brian Meehan but yet to get competitive in trio of starts for present stable, racing freely and merely plugging on when fifth behind Signcastle City at Chelmsford (7f) 54 days ago. Cheekpieces now the headgear of choice but others preferred. TFR##!!! BHA73
10 GENNADIUS (GB) (28) 146240 D
B c Ulysses (IRE) - Gemina (IRE)
Middleham Park Racing LXIII
4 8-13 (13)
Alec Voikhansky
Richard Hannon, Marlborough
Br Gillian, Lady Howard de Walden Tattersalls
TIMEFORMVIEWFinally off the mark in maiden company over 1m in January and best effort since when runner up from this mark at Lingfield in February, However, has his quirks and he’s disappointed equipped with cheekpieces on last 2 starts Drawn widest of all today. TFR##!!! BHA69
11
GIANT (GB)
(26) 20600-6 D
B g Rajasinghe (IRE) - Rebel Surge (IRE)
6 8-11 (3)
Edward Greatrex
Mr S. Bell Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Br Phil Cunningham Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessful on stable debut at Chelmsford (1m) in August and runner up on 3 of 5 starts thereafter Not firing on all cylinders since, below form after 12 weeks off when finishing sixth behind Lexington Jet back at Chelmsford 26 days ago. One of 5 runners for Ian Williams. TFR##!!! BHA67
12
RISING FORCE
(IRE) (9) 312351 D
Ch g Mehmas (IRE) - La Seine (USA)
5 8-11 (in 5lb ex) (9)
Sean Dylan Bowen
Mr Robert Eddery John Butler, Newmarket
Br Abbas Akbar Al Muila Muila Tote
TIMEFORMVIEW Consistent type who has enjoyed a productive spell on all-weather this winter and proved better than ever back on turf when readily landing 22-runner amateurs handicap at the Lincoln meeting 9 days ago. Suited by how the race developed then but very much respected under a penalty TFR###!! BHA62
13 MY BOY HARRY (GB) (12) 121356 D
B g Massaat (IRE) - Malmostosa
Mr R. A. Popely
Br Hever Stud Farm Ltd
4 8-6 (7)
Rose Dawes (5)
Jim & Suzi Best, Lewes
TIMEFORMVIEW Registered a second success since the turn of the year at Chelmsford (7f) in January but summed up by his handicap mark judged on last 3 starts and this is surely too competitive. TFR##!!! BHA62
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 13 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 9. Blinkers worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 10.
Stewards Note:
SIGNCASTLE CITY: Following its run on 12/3/2026 it was reported that the horse was slowly away and ran too free. Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Tonal (FR), 13-2 Lexington Jet (IRE), Commander of Life (IRE), 7-1 Rising Force (IRE), 9-1 Uniting (IRE), Signcastle City (IRE), 11-1 Moonjid (GB), 12-1 Studious (IRE), 22-1 Echalar (IRE), 28-1 Law of Design (IRE), Giant (GB), 40-1 Gennadius (GB), 50-1 My Boy Harry (GB) RACE
PACE YOURSELF ALLOW ONE SOFT DRINK BETWEEN EVERY ALCOHOLIC DRINK
[14F
STAKES (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund
£7600 ¨ Owners Prize Money. 1st £3138, 2nd £1569, 3rd £784, 4th £392. (Penalty Value £3977.84) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): Sir M Prescott (11 wins from 85 runners, 13%) runs ANALOGICAL TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): Mrs P Kirby (3 wins from 16 runners, 19%) runs ATHENEUM LONGEST TRAVELLER: ATHENEUM trained by Mrs P Kirby, Richmond, 113 miles.
The step back up in trip is sure to suit ANALOGICAL, who lost out only narrowly on his recent comeback at Lingfield, so he’s a straightforward choice in refitted blinkers Clansman is narrowly preferred to Trojan Solider for the forecast spot.
1 ANALOGICAL (GB) (13) 12215-2
B g Ulysses (IRE) - Muqantara (USA)
Mrs Victoria Machen & Partner
Luke Morris
Sir Mark Prescott Bt, Newmarket
Br Aislabie Bloodstock Ltd Oliver St Lawrence Bloodstock Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWDual winner in 2025 who resumed with a career best when narrowly denied in 8-runner handicap at Lingfield (1 1/2m, AW) 13 days ago, despite typically looking a little awkward. Will benefit from this return to further and of obvious interest in refitted blinkers. TFR##### BHA75
2 TROJAN SOLDIER (GB) (42) 6220-22
B g Ulysses (IRE) - Surprise (IRE)
4 9-5 (1)
Jack Garritty
Highbeck Racing Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn
Br Clive Dennett Jedd O’Keeffe Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWFair maiden who again ran well when second of 9 in handicap at this course (16.5f) in February, seeing the 2f longer trip out well Should remain competitive fitted with first-time cheekpieces. TFR###!! BHA71
3 CLANSMAN (GB) (26) 450-321 D
B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Pearl Dance (USA)
Mrs C M Clarke, Foulrice Park Racing Ltd
8 9-3 (4)
Toby Moore (7)
Liam Bailey, Middleham
Br Mr J. Dance Show Business Interiors Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Justified support as he capitalised on a falling mark in 8-runner handicap at Newcastle (12.4f, 11/2) 26 days ago, driven out 3lb rise shouldn’t prevent another good run. TFR####! BHA69
4 ATHENEUM (IRE) (18) 05202-0
B g Vadamos (FR) - Valbonne (IRE)
Zoe Hassall & George Hassall
5 8-13 (2)
Billy Loughnane
Philip Kirby, Richmond
Br Highfort Stud Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWMaiden who got back on the up despite racing freely in first-time cheekpieces when second of 12 in a 1 3/4m handicap at Killarney (18/1) on final run for John Joseph Murphy last August. Looked rusty on first outing since at Wolverhampton recently and this will reveal more. TFR###!! BHA65
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2. Blinkers worn by No. 1.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4.
Stewards Note:
DECLARED RUNNERS 4
ANALOGICAL: Following its run on 25/3/2026 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed in the straight. ATHENEUM: Following its run on 20/3/2026 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed under pressure.
Probable S.P’s: 13-8 Analogical (GB), 9-4 Clansman (GB), 10-3 Trojan Soldier (GB), 13-2 Atheneum (IRE)
HORSERACE BETTING LEVY BOARD
The Horserace Betting Levy Board (HBLB) has allocated £77.1m in prize money for 2026.
Since 2000 HBLB has invested £1.5bn in prize money to support the British horseracing industry
Total prize fund £10000 ¨ Owners Prize Money. 1st £4267, 2nd £2133, 3rd £1067, 4th £533. (Penalty Value £5400) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): K R Burke (35 wins from 214 runners, 16%) runs GESAYED TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): K R Burke (3 wins from 26 runners, 12%) runs GESAYED
LONGEST TRAVELLER: GESAYED trained by K R Burke, Leyburn, 112 miles.
There’s surely better to come from GESAYED now stepping up in trip so she’s taken to defy a penalty at the first time of asking Merry looks the obvious threat on form, though it would come as no surprise to see Porth Eilian take a big step forward from her debut.
1.GESAYED 2.MERRY 3.PORTH EILIAN
1 GESAYED (GB) (296) 1-
B f Dark Angel (IRE) - Superego Clifford Lee
Mr Mohamed Saeed Al Shehhi K. R. Burke, Leyburn
Br Highclere Stud KB Spigot Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Dark Angel filly who overcame inexperience to make a successful debut in 5-runner novice at Hamilton (6f) on debut in June. Open to improvement now stepping up in trip TFR##### BHA-
2 BEAR STEPS (USA) (186) 00-
B f Maclean’s Music (USA) - Table Three Ten (USA)
3 9-2 (7)
Alice Bond (7)
Mr D. R. Passant Jack Jones, Newmarket
Br Ballyfair Farm Greenhous Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in minor event/maiden Off 6 months. TFR##!!! BHA-
3 CONFIDE IN ME (GB) (-)
Ch f Harry Angel (IRE) - Private Advisor
3 9-2 (4)
Hector Crouch
Stuart Goodwin & Christopher Vasey Jack Jones, Newmarket
Br Cheveley Park Stud Limited Tattersalls
TIMEFORMVIEW2,500 gns 2-y-o, Harry Angel filly. Half-sister to 1 1/4m winner Trusted Advisor. Dam unraced half-sister to useful 6f-1m winner Red Box out of smart winner up to 10.5f (2-y-o 7f/7.5f winner) Confidential Lady A cheap purchase given pedigree TFR###!! BHA-
4 ENDURING STORY (GB) (10) 6
B f Kameko (USA) - Big News (IRE)
3 9-2 (2)
James Sullivan
The Princess Partnership Ruth Carr, Stillington
Br Trainers House Enterprises Ltd William Hill
TIMEFORM VIEW Kameko filly who was very green when last of 6 in C&D maiden on recent debut TFR##!!! BHA-
5 GILLEANGIRL (USA) (38) 5-0
3 9-2 (6)
Ch f Maclean’s Music (USA) - Frond (USA) Sean Kirrane
NickBradleyRacing45 & Alfa Site Services
Br Mr Larry Hirsch
Ivan Furtado, Easingwold
TIMEFORM VIEW Has hinted at ability but looks one for handicaps after this run. TFR##!!! BHA-
6 KORBUT (GB) (15) 0 3 9-2 (8)
B f Study of Man (IRE) - Frolova Luke Morris
Cheveley Park Stud Sir Mark Prescott Bt, Newmarket
Br Cheveley Park Stud Limited
Cheveley Park Stud Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWStudy of Man filly. Dam unraced half-sister to very smart 6f/7f winner Good Guess, won Prix Jean Prat, and herself granddaughter of 1000 Guineas winner Russian Rhythm Showed only greenness when last of 10 in 8.6f novice at Wolverhampton recent debut and probably one for later on TFR##!!! BHA-
7 MERRY (GB) (125) 3-
B f Zoustar (AUS) - Hilary J
3 9-2 (1)
Jack Mitchell
Hot To Trot Racing and R Mitchell James Horton, Newmarket
Br Bumble Bloodstock Ltd Hot To Trot Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Speedily-bred Zoustar filly who showed ability when third in 11-runner novice at Kempton (7f) on debut in December That form is probably just about the best on offer. TFR####! BHA-
8 PORTH EILIAN (GB) (172) 0-
B f Palace Pier - Initially
Julie & David Martin, Dan Hall & Partner
3 9-2 (3)
P. J. McDonald
Edward Bethell, Middleham Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWEUR72,000 yearling, Palace Pier filly. Half-sister to several winners, including smart winner up to 1m Point Lynas and winner up to 1m Arbaawi. Very green when well held at Haydock on debut in October and likely to do appreciably better at some stage. TFR###!! BHA-
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
Probable S.P’s: 5-4 Gesayed (GB), 2-1 Merry (GB), 12-1 Porth Eilian (GB), 14-1 Confide In Me (GB), 25-1 Gilleangirl (USA), 28-1 Korbut (GB), 33-1 Bear Steps (USA), 66-1 Enduring Story (GB) RACE RESULT:
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Total prize fund
£6200 ¨ Owners Prize Money. 1st £2560, 2nd £1280, 3rd £640, 4th £320, 5th £160. (Penalty Value £3245.08) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): S Dixon (39 wins from 605 runners, 6%) runs EMBARKED TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): S Dixon (2 wins from 23 runners, 9%) runs EMBARKED LONGEST TRAVELLER: FEDERAL ENVOY trained by I Jardine, Carrutherstown, 218 miles.
WRYDCROFT had plausible excuses when well beaten at Nottingham on his final start in the autumn and had looked one to follow before that when scoring twice at Leicester He can resume his progress and make a successful return. Raft Up comes here on the back of solid placed efforts and is an obvious threat. Reginald Charles and Camera Shy are others worth a look
1
Ch g Buratino (IRE) - Gasta (IRE)
Chris Priestley & Dave Flynn
Conor Whiteley (7)
Stephen Hanlon, Leyburn
Br Michael Lyons & Michael McGlynn J Priestley Transport Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed 3 times at Dundalk at the turn of the year for Michael Mulvany. Excuses on stable debut here but didn’t look the easiest conveyance when eighth of 9 in handicap at Newcastle (6f) 11 days ago. Connections now opt for fitting of cheekpieces. TFR###!! BHA65
2 FEDERAL ENVOY (IRE) (26) 004-600 CD 5 9-9 (3)
Br g Bated Breath - Caped Lady (IRE)
Lewis Edmunds
Let’s Be Lucky Racing 37 & David Carroll Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
Br Domenico Fonzo & Maria Teresa Matouani Iain Jardine Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time C&D winner but out of sorts for a while now and passed over until displaying more positive signs. TFR##!!! BHA65
3 CUBAN GIRL (GB) (180) 041200-
B f Havana Grey - Tafilly (IRE)
Friends of Ebony Horse Club
4 9-9 (1)
Sean Dylan Bowen
Brian Toomey, Chalfont St. Giles
Br Whitsbury Manor Stud Harringtons Builders PLC
TIMEFORMVIEW Off the mark at Brighton in June and finished second at Ffos Las (1m, soft) on her final run for Andrew Balding Changed hands for 32,000 gns but modest both starts for new stable thereafter. Needs to bounce back returning from 6 months off. TFR##!!! BHA65
4 CAMERA SHY (IRE) (11) 4-05410 CD
B g Kodiac - Darwell (IRE)
The Horse Watchers 13 and Michael Dods
4 9-8 (11)
Daniel Muscutt
Michael Dods, Darlington
Br Michael O’Mahony Denton Hall Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWGot on top close home in an 11-runner C&D handicap on penultimate start and ran respectably from 3lb higher mark when seventh at Newcastle (7f) 11 days ago. Not ruled out despite a potentially tricky draw TFR###!! BHA64
5 RAFT UP (IRE) (26) 2256-32
5 9-8 (6)
B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Chicago Fall (IRE) Alistair Rawlinson
The Helen & Harriet Partnership Harriet Bethell, Arnold
Br Ballyhane
TIMEFORMVIEWWon 3 times over 6f during 2025 and back to that sort of form in refitted hood of late, chasing home the prolific Yorkshire Glory at Newcastle 4 weeks ago. Step up to 7f worth exploring on that evidence and he’s one to consider TFR####! BHA64
6 REGINALD CHARLES (GB) (61) 43421-6 CD 6 9-7 (7)
B g Zoustar (AUS) - Melbourne Memories P. J. McDonald
Bond Thoroughbred Limited Geoff Oldroyd, Pocklington
Br M. P. & R. J. Coleman Churchill Tyres
TIMEFORMVIEWBack to winning ways in 14-runner C&D handicap in December, helped by being held up in strongly-run race Another respectable effort when sixth behind Fools Rush In over same C&D in February and this consistent sort is one to consider TFR###!! BHA63
7 KING DAVID (IRE) (12) 642464 D
5 9-6 (12)
Gr g Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Lady Rosamunde Luke Morris Moynihan,Crew,Philpott,Patterson,Brian Gay Kelleway, Newmarket
Br Newstead Breeding
TIMEFORMVIEW Arrives on a lengthy losing run and he held every chance ridden positively when fourth in handicap at Chelmsford (7f) 12 days ago. Can give another good account with tongue tie now discarded. TFR###!! BHA62
8 MOBY QUICK (GB) (18) 0-00550
B g Al Kazeem - Eleusis
Mr B Mould & Partner
Br Genesis Green Stud Ltd
Pat Cosgrave
David Evans, Abergavenny
Emma Evans Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Sole success came over 6f at Leicester last summer when trained by George Scott. Hasn’t been able to match that level for current yard yet, though First-time visor now reached for. TFR##!!! BHA62
9 WRYDCROFT (GB) (166) 000110- D
B g Territories (IRE) - Vernatti
Mr G Libson and Mrs P Sly
Br M. H. Sly & Mrs P. M. Sly
9-5 (2)
Callum Shepherd
Pam Sly, Peterborough
Pam Sly Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWLanded back-to-back 7f handicaps at Leicester in the autumn and excuses on account of much softer ground/step back up in trip when well held at Nottingham final start. No surprise to see him resume progress as a 4-y-o. TFR##### BHA61
10 BOMB SQUAD (IRE) (21) 421216 CD BF
Gr g Lethal Force (IRE) - Dutch Destiny
Derbyshire Racing III
9-5 (13)
Billy Loughnane
John Mackie, Church Broughton
Br Tally-Ho Stud John Mackie Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWConsistent 8-y-o who recorded another narrow success at Wolverhampton (7f) on penultimate start. Left poorly placed when sixth back at that C&D 3 weeks ago but another with a less-than-ideal draw to contend with on this occasion TFR###!! BHA61
11 SAISONS D’OR (IRE) (26) 156-000 CD 11 9-5 (4)
Gr g Havana Gold (IRE) - Deux Saisons
The Fatalists
Br Mount Coote Stud & Knocktoran Stud
Jack Garritty
Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn
Jedd O’Keeffe Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran C&D winner is now below his last successful mark but operating below best this year after an absence. TFR##!!! BHA61
12 FOOLS RUSH IN (IRE) (11) 210000 CD
B g Mehmas (IRE) - Faddwa (IRE)
James Sullivan
Mr S Thompson and Mrs R Carr Ruth Carr, Stillington
Br Stephanie Hanly
William Hill
TIMEFORMVIEWFree-going sort who returned to winning ways over C&D in February but operating below best more recently, never a factor following a very slow start at Lingfield (1m) 11 days ago. Does now find himself operating below last winning mark at least TFR##!!! BHA61
13 EMBARKED (IRE) (28) 50-0530 CD
B g Kodiac - Honeymead (IRE)
8-4 (8)
Kieran O’Neill
Amphitheatre Racing Limited Scott Dixon, Rolleston
Br James F. Hanly
TIMEFORM VIEW Doncaster winner (1m) in July but form has been up and down on all-weather in recent months Returns to handicaps with work to do TFR##!!! BHA42
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 13
Visor worn first time by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1. Hood worn by No. 3, 5. Blinkers worn by No. 7, 13. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 10.
Stewards Note:
FOOLS RUSH IN: Following its run on 27/3/2026 it was reported that the horse jumped awkwardly from the stalls.
Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Raft Up (IRE), 15-2 Bomb Squad (IRE), 8-1 Reginald Charles (GB), Wrydcroft (GB), 10-1 Camera Shy (IRE), King David (IRE), 11-1 Velvet Skies (IRE), 14-1 Federal Envoy (IRE), Fools Rush In (IRE), 16-1 Moby Quick (GB), 28-1 Embarked (IRE), 33-1 Saisons d’Or (IRE), 40-1 Cuban Girl (GB)
RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 4.55 - THE DOWNLOAD THE AT THE RACES APP FILLIES’ HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3977 to the winning horse The second to receive £1866, the third £932, the fourth £466 and the fifth £232. for three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 51-70 (also open to such fillies and mares rated 50 and below). £38 stake if the horse is rated 51 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 50 or lower with £31 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 5th. 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 2lb Penalties, after March 28th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. SKY SPORTS RACING will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race NOTE: Three-year-old horses might not be able to receive the full weight-for-age allowance in this race. 15 entries, 0 at £7 and 15 at £38. - Closed April 1st, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3138; Second £1569; Third £784; Fourth £392; Fifth £196. (Penalty Value £3977.84) Weights raised 5lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 5.30 - THE SKY SPORTS RACING SKY 415 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3977 to the winning horse The second to receive £1866, the third £932, the fourth £466 and the fifth £232. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 55 and below). £38 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £31 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 5th. 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. SKY SPORTS RACING will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 12 entries at £38. - Closed April 1st, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £3138; Second £1569; Third £784; Fourth £392; Fifth £196. (Penalty Value £3977.84) SS SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 6.00 - THE SKY SPORTS RACING VIRGIN 512 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) 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 three yrs old 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). £50 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 5th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 28th, 2026, for each race won 6lb. SKY SPORTS RACING will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 11 entries at £50. - Closed April 1st, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) SS SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 6.30 - THE FREE TIPS ON attheraces.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3977 to the winning horse The second to receive £1866, the third £932, the fourth £466 and the fifth £232. for three yrs old only, Rated 51-70 (also open to such horses rated 50 and below). £38 stake if the horse is rated 51 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 50 or lower with £31 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 5th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 28th, 2026, for each race won 6lb. SKY SPORTS RACING will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 17 entries at £38. - Closed April 1st, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3138; Second £1569; Third £784; Fourth £392; Fifth £196. (Penalty Value £3977.84) SS SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 7.00 - THE SKY SPORTS RACING MILE SERIES FINAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) (CCR Mile Series Final) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £15702 to the winning horse The second to receive £7368, the third £3681, the fourth £1842 and the fifth £918. for four yrs old and upwards, which were placed in the first six on at least one occasion in a Chelmsford Mile Series Qualifier (including divided qualifiers) between 2nd January 2026 and 12th March 2026. (In the event of the abandonment of a Qualifier, any horse which had been declared to run in that race , or any horse entered to run in that race if the time of abandonment was prior to the declaration stage, will be qualified to enter the Final). Enter by noon, April 3rd and pay £150 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 5th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 12lb Penalties, after March 28th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb NOTE: Any horse rated above 110 shall initially be treated as having that rating and the highest weight allotted shall be 9st 12lb. Subsequently, the excess over 110 in any rating shall be allotted to that horse without limitation to the highest weight to be carried.. The British Horseracing Authority’s Development Fund has generously contributed £5000 towards the prize money for this race. PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 15 entries at £150. - Closed April 3rd, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £12387; Second £6195; Third £3096; Fourth £1548; Fifth £774. (Penalty Value £15702) Weights raised 2lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS
SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 7.30 - THE attheraces.com/marketmovers HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3977 to the winning horse The second to receive £1866, the third £932 and the fourth £466. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 55 and below). £38 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £31 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 5th. 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. SKY SPORTS RACING will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 8 entries at £38. - Closed April 1st, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3138; Second £1569; Third £784; Fourth £392. (Penalty Value £3977.84) SS SEE PAGE 17 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 8.00 - THE FREE BETS ON attheraces.com FILLIES’ NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5400 to the winning horse The second to receive £2535, the third £1268 and the fourth £634. for novice three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only. Enter by noon, April 1st and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 5th. Weights: 3-y-o 9st 2lb; 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb 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). SKY SPORTS RACING will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 15 entries at £50. - Closed April 1st, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £4267; Second £2133; Third £1067; Fourth £533. (Penalty Value £5400) SS SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
Eighth Race 8.30 - THE FREE RACE REPLAYS ON attheraces.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3245 to the winning horse The second to receive £1522, the third £760, the fourth £380 and the fifth £189. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-65 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £31 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £25 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 5th. 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. SKY SPORTS RACING will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 16 entries at £31. - Closed April 1st, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2560; Second £1280; Third £640; Fourth £320; Fifth £160. (Penalty Value £3245.08) SS SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.
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