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I wish you all an enjoyable and successful time here at Wolverhampton Racecourse and a safe journey home.
David
Ideson
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
RACEDAY TEAM
David
Ideson Executive Director
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Nothing matters more to us when racing than the safety and welfare of both horse and rider. Central to that is the track itself and our groundstaff do everything in their power to provide an optimum racing surface. On duty today we also have a dedicated and experienced team of highly-qualified Vets, Doctors and Paramedics following the action at every stage. Their key responsibility is to monitor and provide care to the competitors throughout their time at the racecourse The locations and vehicle movements of these skilled specialists during racing are designed to provide a rapid response to any incident across the site We also have a high-specification horse ambulance in attendance at every fixture to enable safe transport of a horse from the track to our on-site veterinary treatment facility for further treatment, or to the nearest equine referral hospital
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FRIDAY 30 JANUARY
(UNDER THE RULES OF RACING)
STEWARDS OF THE MEETING
LOUISE MOORE (Chief Steward), CAROLINE TELLWRIGHT (Stewards’ Panel Chair)
DANIEL ANDREWS, NATHAN GREEN, LAWRENCE JORDAN
STARTERS
LEE JONES
PHILLIP DENNIS
JUDGE
NICK BOSTOCK
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MICHAEL ROBERTS
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JESSICA RAINBOW
DAVID FREEMAN
SENIOR VETERINARY
SURGEON
PATRICK MACANDREW
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TANYA MASON
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Dr STUART COWEN
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HELEN NEVETT
EQUINE WELFARE & INTEGRITY OFFICERS
JOANNA VICKERS
RACHEL BARNETT
MEL BAKER
JANE SOUTHAM
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JOHN BLANCE
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MIKE STEVEN
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
DAVID IDESON
GENERAL MANAGER & DESIGNATED
SAFEGUARDING LEAD
ANTHONY GLEDHILL
RACEDAY CLERK OF THE COURSE
BEN HICKS
RACEDAY
PHOTOGRAPHER
JONATHAN HIPKISS
CROSS COUNTER - making a winning debut in the 32Red.com EBF Novice Stakes here on 9th December 2017 Less than 12 months later, he became the first British-trained winner of the race that stops a nation - the prestigious Melbourne Cup.
jockeys silks
CD = course & distance winner horse’s name and birthplace saddlecloth number
form guide previous performances / = new season - = new year Bold type shows All Weather form
C = course winner
D = distance winner
draw age weight st-lb days since last ran
3 CROSS COUNTER (GB) (100) 11-11 CD
B c Teofilo (IRE) - Waitress (USA) Adam Kirby Godolphin Charlie Appleby, Newmarket Br Godolphin Emirates S
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 5. Teofilo colt. Dam, 6f/7f winner, half-sister to useful 1m winner Woven Lace out of very smart 5f/6f winner Do The Honours. One to note on debut TFR HHHHH BHA100
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor
Star Ratings Explained
Each horse is given a star rating, these are defined below:
HHHHH Selected to win the race HHHHI Good chance of being placed HHHII By no means without a chance
HHIII At least one or two hold stronger claims HIIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope IIIII Can be given little or no chance
OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS EXPLAINED
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 5.00
ONE MILE, FOUR FURLONGS ABOUT 51 YARDS [12F ABT 51YDS] FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE MIDNITE, BUILDING THE FUTURE OF BETTING HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBBPlus RACE)
Total prize fund
£9500 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £3923, 2nd £1962, 3rd £980, 4th £490, 5th £245. (Penalty Value £4972.30) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): I Williams (55 wins from 430 runners, 13%) runs JODHPUR BLUE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): I Williams (3 wins from 34 runners, 9%) runs JODHPUR BLUE LONGEST TRAVELLER: MACHETE trained by D O’Meara, Upper Helmsley, 155 miles.
Several of these are appealing on the back of solid recent efforts, CARDINAL POINT chief among them. She had bundles in hand when striking over C&D last week and, on that evidence, a 5lb penalty is unlikely to stop her, for all that this is a stronger race. Melek Alreeh went close back from a break at Chelmsford and a reproduction of that would put him firmly in the picture. Jodhpur Blue and Robusto are others to consider
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B g Myboycharlie (IRE) - Maid To Believe Jason Watson Gallop Racing & Mr Gary Downes David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Br Mr Rashit Shaykhutdinov-Viraz Burn Fencing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWWinner at Newcastle in December. Last of 6 in handicap at Southwell (12.1f, 4/1) 17 days ago, slowly away That was a pretty disappointing effort but he was in good heart prior to that and will have claims if bouncing back. TFRHHHII BHA84
2 MIDNIGHT RUMBLE (GB) (28) 6/0220-3 5 9-13 (9)
B g Oasis Dream - Inpromptu (IRE)
Let’s Get Ready To Rumble Partnership
Luke Catton (3)
Alan King, Barbury Castle
Br Carisbrooke Stud Goodwin Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW 12/1, creditable third of 8 in handicap at Chelmsford City (10f) 28 days ago. Back up in trip for this tapeta debut and looks vulnerable for win purposes. TFRHHIII BHA83
3 KNOCKBREX (GB) (28) 40313-5 D
Ch g Ulysses (IRE) - Prominence
6 9-12 (6)
Jack Mitchell
Mr Iain Service Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Br Cheveley Park Stud Limited Johnston Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Newcastle in November Fifth of 8 in handicap at Chelmsford City (10f, 5/1) 28 days ago. Back up in trip and will probably find one or two too good once more. TFRHHHII BHA82
4 MELEK ALREEH (USA) (28) 24256-2 D
B g Lemon Drop Kid (USA) - Bargain Blitz (USA)
7 9-11 (7)
Luke Morris
Mr Raed El Youssef David Simcock, Newmarket
Br Knowles Farm, LLC Global Equine Group
TIMEFORMVIEW 7/1, very good second of 8 in handicap at Chelmsford City (10f) 28 days ago, running on Back up in trip and should be on the premises once more. TFRHHHHI BHA81
5 ROBUSTO (IRE) (17) 2505-22 D
B g Churchill (IRE) - Blackgold Fairy (USA)
6 9-8 (3)
Harry Vigors (7)
RaceShare - Robusto Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury
Br Yulong Investments (Australia) Pty RaceShare
TIMEFORM VIEW Fifteen runs since last win in 2024 Creditable second of 6 in handicap (15/2) at Southwell (12.1f) 17 days ago, having run of race Place possibilities. TFRHHHII BHA78
6 SEA FOUNDER (GB) (14) 0/1460-0
B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Mullein
E Kelly, J Blake & Partners
4 9-2 (4)
Finley Marsh
Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn
Br The Countess of Rothes Agetur (UK) Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWSeventh of 9 in handicap at this course (8.6f, 16/1) 14 days ago. Significantly up in trip and hood on 1st time Evidence available suggests that he’s probably more effective on turf
7 DAMASCUS STEEL (IRE) (20) 04201-1 D
Gr g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Shanjia (GER)
TFRHHIII BHA75
6 9-2 (8)
William Carson
Mrs Jessica Ball Denis Quinn, Newmarket
Br J. Wall & E. Kennedy
TIMEFORMVIEWInconsistent type 14/1, didn’t need to improve to win 8-runner handicap at Lingfield (12f, AW) 20 days ago, driven out. Evidently in good nick but more on his plate back up in class here
TFRHHIII BHA72
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YOKOHAMA (IRE) (41) 630340-
B g Make Believe - Am I (USA)
Adnan Bahbahani
Br Patrick Hayes & Make Believe Syndicate
9-2 (10)
Donagh Murphy (7)
John Butler, Newmarket
TIMEFORMVIEWEighteen runs since last win in 2023 8/1, seventh of 10 in handicap at this C&D 41 days ago, slowly away Others make more appeal TFRHHIII BHA72
9 JODHPUR BLUE (FR) (10) 0304-42
B g Blue Point (IRE) - Sacred Path
9-0 (5)
Cieren Fallon
Six For Joy Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Br Daylesford Stud House of Cavani
TIMEFORM VIEW Creditable second of 7 in handicap (2/1) at Southwell (11.1f) 10 days ago. Solid claims off the same mark (due to go up 1lb) TFRHHHII BHA70 (+1)
10 CARDINAL POINT (GB) (7) 322-221 CD
B f Dubawi (IRE) - Right Direction (IRE)
Middleham Park Racing CXXI and Partner
(in5lbex) (2)
Hector Crouch
Michael Bell, Newmarket
Br Godolphin Tattersalls TIMEFORMVIEW Career best when winning 6-runner handicap (7/4) at this C&D 7 days ago. Leading claims under a penalty TFRHHHHH BHA68 (+6)
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Hood worn first time by No. 6. Blinkers worn by No. 5. Visor worn by No. 7, 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 9.
Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Cardinal Point (GB), 11-2 Jodhpur Blue (FR), 6-1 Melek Alreeh (USA), 7-1 Robusto (IRE), 11-1 Machete (FR), 12-1 Knockbrex (GB), 14-1 Midnight Rumble (GB), Sea Founder (GB), 16-1 Damascus Steel (IRE), 22-1 Yokohama (IRE)
GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME
POSITION OF STALLS
7f 36y: Outside, Remainder: Inside The Great British Bonus (GBB) incentivises and rewards with breeding, buying and racing of British-bred fillies by paying out bonuses of up to £100,000 per filly. And now with GBBPlus to further incentivise staying fillies and chasing mares, there are more reasons than ever to breed, buy and race British. Majority funded by the HBLB.
Weights, Pedigrees, Trainers’ Names, Descriptions, Performances and Values of races have been added for the convenience of the Public, but are subject to alteration All horses must parade in the Parade Ring except by permission of the Stewards, but in all cases must pass through the Ring on the way to the Post NOTICES
LADY WULFRUNA STAKES AFTERNOON LA
SECOND RACE 5.30
ONE MILE ABOUT 142 YARDS [8F ABT 142YDS] FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE BETMGM SUPPORTS
SAFER GAMBLING
CLASSIFIED STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV I)
Total prize fund £9000 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £3716, 2nd £1859, 3rd £929, 4th £464, 5th £232. (Penalty Value £4710.60) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): T Carroll (109 wins from 1148 runners, 9%) runs HEADSHOT TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Carroll (5 wins from 53 runners, 9%) runs HEADSHOT
LONGEST TRAVELLER: LADY DELILA trained by I Jardine, Carrutherstown, 205 miles.
CAPTAIN PICKLES is still to win a race, but he was beaten only by a pair going through good spells at Southwell on his most recent outing and could be the answer stepping back up in trip Trusty Scout and Dash Power head the dangers.
B g Twilight Son - Glitter Girl
Mr Adrian Walton Lawrence Mullaney, Wiseton Br Cheveley Park Stud Limited Arena Graphics TIMEFORM VIEW Modest gelding. C&D winner One win from 38 Flat runs. Sixteen runs since last win in 2025 6/1, creditable third of 10 in minor event at Newcastle (7.1f) 10 days ago. Player back up in trip TFRHHHHI BHA44 (+2)
2 HEADSHOT (GB) (10) 302-546 CD
B g Awtaad (IRE) - Kesara
Myla Coppins (7)
Mr A. W. Carroll Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Br Miss K. Rausing Mill House Racing Limited
TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner Fifteen runs since last win in 2025. 33/1, bit below form sixth of 12 in handicap at Southwell (7.1f) 10 days ago. Back up in trip TFRHHHII BHA48 (-1)
3 LADY DELILA (IRE) (24) 00405-0
6 9-9 (5)
B m The Gurkha (IRE) - The Night Lady Andrew Mullen
Iain Jardine Racing Ltd Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
Br Alexandre & Yvonne Arrault Iain Jardine Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest mare who proved too free back up in trip when seventh of 11 in minor event at Southwell (11.1f, 7/2) 24 days ago. Back down in trip TFRHHHII BHA42
4 MR SLICKER (FR) (13) 63360-0 D
B g Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Glory Power (IRE)
Mr A. N. Hollinshead
Br S.A.R.L. Ecurie Des Monceaux et al
12 9-9 (1)
Joe Leavy
Sarah Hollinshead, Upper Longdon
TIMEFORMVIEW Veteran/long-standing maiden who possibly needed the run (after 9 months off) when last of 8 in minor event at Southwell (8.1f) 13 days ago. Cheekpieces back on TFRHHIII BHA43
5 QUICK AWAY (GB) (26) 31060-0 CD
B m Muhaarar - Alaata (USA)
5 9-9 (8)
Jack Mitchell
Mr G.R.Smith Kevin Frost, Newark
Br Shadwell Estate Company Limited Kevin Frost Racing
TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner 28/1, last of 12 in minor event at Southwell (8.1f) 26 days ago. Cheekpieces on for 1st time TFRHHHII BHA48
6 SCARFO (IRE) (124) 040343- C
Ch g Soldier’s Call - Midsummer Breeze
Ian Muir
5 9-9 (9)
Charlie Tucker (7)
Bernard Llewellyn, Bargoed
Br Camogue Stud Ltd Constrata UK Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Course winner 11/1, respectable third of 8 in handicap at Ffos Las (8f, heavy) Off 124 days TFRHHHII BHA41
7 TRUSTY SCOUT (IRE) (11) 003-005 C D
Ch g Gleneagles (IRE) - Dutch Lilly
8 9-9 (7)
Cam Hardie Shawthing Racing Partnership
Br ATE Farms & Kinane Bloodstock
Derek Shaw, Sproxton
A & J Sectional Buildings Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner Three wins from 62 Flat runs. Creditable fifth of 11 in minor event (20/1) at this course (9.5f) 11 days ago. Can make presence felt TFRHHHHI BHA45
B f Time Test - Angelic Note (IRE)
Tomlinson Racing 2023
Br B. V. Sangster
Shane Gray
Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton
Tomlinson Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW 50/1, ninth of 11 in handicap at Chelmsford City (7f) 19 days ago. Back up in trip Visored for 1st time. TFRHHHII BHA50
9 CAPTAIN PICKLES (IRE) (8) 4065-33 4 9-8 (4)
B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Strumming (IRE) Zak Wheatley (3)
Carswell & The Haydock Badgeholders Tony Culhane & Stella Barclay, Garstang
Br Yeguada Centurion S.L.
TIMEFORMVIEW Remains a maiden after 18 Flat runs. Creditable third of 8 in minor event at Southwell (7.1f, 3/1) 8 days ago. Needs considering back up in trip TFRHHHHH BHA47
10 SOLD OUT (GB) (7) 60006-5
B g Massaat (IRE) - Turanga Leela Tyler Heard Eventmasters Racing John Mackie, Church Broughton
Br Eventmasters Eventmasters Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW 66/1, not disgraced when fifth of 11 in handicap at Southwell (8.1f) 7 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA42
2025: DASH POWER 4 9 8 Billy Loughnane 15-8 (Lawrence Mullaney) 8 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Visor worn first time by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 5. Blinkers worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4. Stewards Note:
LADY DELILA: Following its run on 6/1/2026 it was reported that the horse ran too free.
QUICK AWAY: Following its run on 4/1/2026 it was reported that the jockey felt something amiss.
Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Captain Pickles (IRE), 4-1 Dash Power (GB), 6-1 Trusty Scout (IRE), 7-1 Headshot (GB), 9-1 Lady Delila (IRE), 12-1 Scarfo (IRE), 16-1 Blueandtangerine (GB), 22-1 Quick Away (GB), 25-1 Sold Out (GB), 33-1 Mr Slicker (FR)
THE BETMGM SUPPORTS SAFER GAMBLING CLASSIFIED STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV II)
Total prize fund
£9000 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £3716, 2nd £1859, 3rd £929, 4th £464, 5th £232. (Penalty Value £4710.60) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): T Carroll (109 wins from 1148 runners, 9%) runs SAINT TERRY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Carroll (5 wins from 53 runners, 9%) runs SAINT TERRY LONGEST TRAVELLER: STAR OF ST LOUIS trained by W Lukas, Newmarket, 125 miles.
LHEBAYEB isn’t the most reliable but she should be bang there at the finish if producing one of her better efforts in this sort of company. First Encounter raced a bit closer to the pace than ideal on his most recent outing and shouldn’t be taken lightly, while Change of Fortune is likely to have a say if getting back on track after a break 1-2-3:
1.LHEBAYEB (GER) 2.FIRST ENCOUNTER 3.CHANGE OF FORTUNE
Br g Kodiac - Cute Zak Wheatley (3)
Tony Culhane Racing Club
Tony Culhane & Stella Barclay, Garstang
Br Thomas Foy Lancashire Racing Stables Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest gelding. Course winner Twenty three runs since last win in 2024 Good third of 9 in minor event at this course (6.1f, 10/3) 7 days ago. Significantly up in trip TFRHHHII BHA46
2 CHANGE OF FORTUNE (GB) (124) 144334- 7 9-9 (5)
Ch g Cityscape - Secret Dream (IRE) Callum Hutchinson
Mr Alan J. Williams
Br Fiona Gordon
Bernard Llewellyn, Bargoed
TIMEFORM VIEW Disappointed when fourth of 8 in handicap at Ffos Las (8f, heavy, 9/4) Off 124 days Cheekpieces refitted and good claims if bouncing back TFRHHHHI BHA50
3 FIRST ENCOUNTER (GB) (16) 2024-06 5 9-9 (3)
B g Le Brivido (FR) - Miss Meticulous Luke Morris
Mr T. J. F. Smith John Gallagher, Moreton-In-Marsh
Br Pinnacle Bloodstock Ltd Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest gelding who was a bit better than the result suggests when sixth of 11 in handicap (11/2) at Kempton (8f) 16 days ago, racing closer to pace than ideal. Blinkers back on Not taken lightly TFRHHHHI BHA48
4 LHEBAYEB (GER) (18) 04305-0 CD
8 9-9 (1)
B m Alhebayeb (IRE) - Lady Gabrielle (IRE) Finley Marsh
Mr Douglas Boddy Richard Price, Hereford
Br Mount Coote Stud Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWModest mare C&D winner Three wins from 19 runs last year 14/1, too free when seventh of 11 in handicap at this C&D 18 days ago. Expected to be bang there if bouncing back to form TFRHHHHH BHA50
5 PORT NOIR (GB) (35) 200000- CD
Bl m Harbour Watch (IRE) - Cocabana
9 9-9 (2)
Rob Hornby
Mr R. Stephens Robert Stephens, Caldicot
Br R. C. Dollar & Hellwood Stud Farm
TIMEFORM VIEW 6-time course winner Twenty two runs since last win in 2024. Eighth of 9 in handicap at this course (9.5f, 16/1) 35 days ago. Others more appealing. TFRHHIII BHA44
6 SAINT TERRY (IRE) (9) 4500-00
B g Galileo (IRE) - Pink Dogwood (IRE)
Mr Mark Wellbelove
5 9-9 (9)
William Carson
Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Br Coolmore Mill House Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Seventh of 9 in minor event at Lingfield (10f, AW, 66/1) 9 days ago. Makes tapeta debut TFRHHIII BHA44
7 STAR OF ST LOUIS (FR) (11) 6/541/5-0 CD 9 9-9 (10)
B g Style Vendome (FR) - Momix Matthew Lloyd Slater (7) Wayne Lukas Racing Club Wayne Lukas, Newmarket
Br Mr Mohammed Abdulla Al Mannai
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who wasn’t seen to best effect when eighth of 11 in minor
11 days ago, caught wide. This will reveal more about how much ability remains
B g Belardo (IRE) - Queen Margherita
Jason Watson
Mr K. Senior Mark Usher, Lambourn
Br Mrs Elizabeth Grundy Tote
TIMEFORMVIEW Course winner Sixteen runs since last win in 2024. 28/1, creditable third of 11 in handicap at this C&D 18 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA45
9 INVINCIBLE
STORM (IRE) (20) 0040-06
B g Invincible Army (IRE) - Stormy Echo
William Cox
Lilly Hall Syndicates Ed de Giles, Ledbury
Br Cyril Ryan Ed de Giles Racing
TIMEFORMVIEW Remains a maiden after 20 Flat runs. Sixth of 8 in minor event (28/1) at Lingfield (7f, AW) 20 days ago. Back up in trip TFRHHIII BHA40
10
PLATINUM
BABE
(GB) (179) 00646-
9-8 (7)
Gr f Oasis Dream - Hells Babe Cieren Fallon
Mr T. Spraggett Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Br Mrs Lucinda White TIMEFORMVIEW16/1, last of 6 in minor event at Windsor (10f, good to firm) Off 179 days Makes tapeta debut. Improvement needed. TFRHHIII BHA44
2025: (See Div 1)
DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Blinkers worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2. Stewards Note: ARLECCHINO’S REX: Following its run on 12/1/2026 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Change of Fortune (GB), 4-1 Bossy Parker (IRE), 9-2 First Encounter (GB), 13-2 Lhebayeb (GER), 14-1 Arlecchino’s Rex (GB), 16-1 Star of St Louis (FR), 28-1 Saint Terry (IRE), 33-1 Port Noir (GB), Invincible Storm (IRE), 50-1 Platinum Babe (GB)
HORSERACE BETTING LEVY BOARD
The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £747,380 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 1st January to 27th March 2026
RACECOURSE PHOTOGRAPHER
The Official Photographer at Wolverhampton is Jonathan Hipkiss Photography Owners, trainers and racegoers can purchase Jonathan’s photos directly from his website jahphoto.co.uk
FOOD & DRINK
Food and drink may not be brought into any enclosure For safety reasons you are politely requested not to take bottles and glasses outside of the bar and restaurant areas.
RECORD TIMES
6f Mubakker (USA) (2yo)
FOURTH RACE 6.30
ONE MILE ABOUT 142 YARDS [8F ABT 142YDS] FOR NOVICE THREE AND FOUR YRS OLD
THE BET £10 GET £40 WITH BETMGM RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (FOR HORSES IN BANDS C AND D) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £10000 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £4267, 2nd £2133, 3rd £1067, 4th £533. (Penalty Value £5400) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): C Johnston (36 wins from 303 runners, 12%) runs HENGIST POD TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Tate (2 wins from 11 runners, 18%) runs HOT TO HOT LONGEST TRAVELLER: HENGIST POD trained by C Johnston, Middleham, 140 miles.
Not a strong novice by any means and it may pay to side with James Tate’s HOT TO HOT. He looked to be learning on the job in a couple of novice/maiden contests during December and a subsequent gelding operation may well have had a positive effect ahead of this. Tommo’s Ginjaninja finished runner-up on debut here 4 weeks ago and he’s feared Hengist Pod is another to keep a close eye on with his debut run under his belt
colours
1 BELLTONY (GB) (-)
B g Massaat (IRE) - Bellevarde (IRE) Finley Marsh Ocean’s Five Richard Price, Hereford
Br Mr Richard J Price Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Massaat gelding. Dam 5f-6f winner Doesn’t appeal as a likely type on paper making this belated debut TFRHHIII BHA-
2 HENGIST POD (IRE) (15) 0
Ch c Waldgeist - Vuela
Mr James Michael Duggan
3 8-9 (7)
Andrew Mullen
Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Br Farm Cove Thoroughbreds Ltd Johnston Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWWaldgeist colt who is related to a host of smart sorts, yet he showed only greenness when last of 7 in maiden at Chelmsford City (8f, 3/1) on debut 15 days ago, missing break. The fact he attracted support then shouldn’t be forgotten and this promises to reveal a good deal more. TFRHHHII BHA-
3 HOT TO HOT (GB) (50) (2lb) 45-
Br g Too Darn Hot - Paris Rooftops (IRE)
3 8-7 (3)
Harry Davies
Mr Jaber Abdullah James Tate, Newmarket
Br Branton Court Stud LLP
TIMEFORMVIEWSon of Too Darn Hot who ran to a similar level as on debut (modest form) when fifth of 8 in novice at Chelmsford City (10f) 50 days ago Still appeared to be learning on the job then and, having been gelded subsequently, a better showing could well be on the cards. TFRHHHHH BHA-
4 SI WHITE (GER) (10) (2lb) 60
3 8-7 (6)
B g Soldier Hollow - Shana Doyenne (GER) Luke Morris Middleham Park Racing XXX & Chris Rees Sir Mark Prescott Bt, Newmarket
Br Gestut Hof Iserneichen Middleham Park Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden Ninth of 11 in maiden (28/1) at Southwell (8.1f) 10 days ago. Longer trips/handicaps promise to be more his bag moving forward. TFRHHIII BHA-
5 TERRANOBLE (GB) (27) (2lb) 0-3
3 8-7 (5)
B c Ubettabelieveit (IRE) - Carmenere Tyler Heard
Ms Imelda Coakley Denis Coakley, West Ilsley
Br Llety Farms Denis Coakley Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWWent with little encouragement when seventh of 11 in maiden at Lingfield in December and he could only run to a similar level despite finishing third in a similar contest at that venue 4 weeks ago. Low-grade handicaps will see him to better effect moving forward. TFRHHHII BHA-
6 TOMMO’S GINJANINJA (GB) (28) (2lb) 2 3 8-7 (2)
Ch g Zoustar (AUS) - Magic Meg (IRE)
Tomlinson Racing 2023
James Sullivan
Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton
Br The Magic Meg Partnership Tomlinson Racing
TIMEFORMVIEW£5,000 yearling, Zoustar gelding Easy to back but showed ability amidst inexperience when second of 7 in maiden at this course (7.2f, 28/1) on debut 28 days ago, albeit possibly helped by way race developed Worth considering up in trip TFRHHHHI BHA-
7 PANGBOURNE (GB) (27) (2lb) 0 3 8-2 (4)
B f Planteur (IRE) - Gold Ribbon Cam Hardie
Mr Jordan Souster Roger Teal, Lambourn
Br Mark Goggin
TIMEFORMVIEWPlanteur filly who proved easy to back and offered little short-term encouragement when seventh of 9 in maiden at Lingfield (8f, AW) on debut 27 days ago, ridden before halfway and never a threat One for later on TFRHHIII BHA-
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Running for the first time since Gelding No. 3.
Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Hot To Hot (GB), 5-2 Tommo’s Ginjaninja (GB), 5-1 Hengist Pod (IRE), Terranoble (GB), 25-1 Pangbourne (GB), 28-1 Si White (GER), 50-1 Belltony (GB) RACE RESULT: TIMEDISTANCE
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HORSE AND JOCKEY WELFARE AT WOLVERHAMPTON
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FIFTH RACE 7.00
ONE MILE, ONE FURLONG ABOUT 104 YARDS [9F ABT 104YDS] FOR THREE YRS OLD THE WIN £250,000 WITH BETMGM’S GOLDEN GOALS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund
£7100 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £2932, 2nd £1466, 3rd £733, 4th £366, 5th £183. (Penalty Value £3716.14) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): G Boughey (72 wins from 439 runners, 16%) runs HARDSTYLE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Balding (7 wins from 24 runners, 29%) runs CROCKHAM HEATH LONGEST TRAVELLERS: FLORIDA SUITE trained by W Haggas, TOASTMASTER trained by S & E Crisford, HARDSTYLE trained by G Boughey, All Newmarket, 125 miles.
HARDSTYLE has won twice recently including at this course and ran well when second under a double penalty 9 days ago He’s taking his racing well and could yet have more to offer over a longer trip. Lightly-raced Crockham Heath looked transformed when winning at Southwell 71 days ago and is open to improvement on handicap debut, while Florida Suite could be worth another chance in a change of headgear 1-2-3: 1.HARDSTYLE (IRE)
1 TOASTMASTER (IRE) (67) 4542- 9-9 (2)
B g Cotai Glory - Wedding Wish (IRE)
Harry Davies
Rabbah Racing Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket
Br Corrin Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWLightly raced, showed improved form when well-backed second of 6 in handicap at this C&D (5/4 fav) 67 days ago, no match for another improver final 100 yards. Scope for further improvement TFRHHHII BHA75
2 CROCKHAM HEATH (GB) (71) 01- 9-6 (7)
B c Sea The Moon (GER) - Ultramarine (FR)
Denford Stud
Br Denford Stud Ltd
Callum Hutchinson
Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
TIMEFORMVIEWLightly raced colt won on second start, finishing first of 10 in Southwell novice over 8f (17/2) 71 days ago, transformed under change of tactics. Makes handicap debut and remains open to improvement over this longer trip TFRHHHHI BHA72
3 FLORIDA SUITE (IRE) (27) 6561-6 9-4 (5)
B f Starman - Home Cummins (IRE)
Newsells Park Stud & Mr J. Barnett
Cieren Fallon
William Haggas, Newmarket
Br Tally-Ho Stud Newsells Park Stud Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWWon at Southwell 42 days ago in first-time blinkers but came last of 6 in 8f handicap at Lingfield (4/1) 27 days ago, not showing the same fluency. Could bounce back in change of headgear over longer trip TFRHHHII BHA70
4 PHANTOM WATCH (IRE) (33) 205523- 9-4 (3)
B g Mohaather - Abhasana (IRE)
Ambrose Racing Club Ltd
Br Kildaragh Stud
Luke Morris
Hugo Palmer, Malpas
Componix Global Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWRan best race when second at Wolverhampton and backed that up when third of 4 in 1m handicap at Southwell (13/2) 33 days ago. Longer trip should suit TFRHHHII BHA70
5 CHARLOTTE CORDAY (IRE) (27) 03031-3 CD BF 9-4 (4)
B f Cracksman - Blue Dawn
Mr A. N. C. Bengough
Br Arrow Farm & Stud
Harry Vigors (7)
Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn
ABM Catering Facilities Management
TIMEFORMVIEWGot off the mark at Wolverhampton 62 days ago before third of 6 in handicap at Lingfield (7/4 fav) 27 days ago, couldn’t find required improvement off higher mark. Returns to course of her sole win and has promising 7-lb claimer aboard first time TFRHHHII BHA70
6 ANGRY ANT (USA) (16) 06-6
Gr f Nyquist (USA) - Silver Dollar Diva (USA) Rob Hornby
Jim and Claire Limited
Br Fifth Avenue Bloodstock
(6)
Jamie Osborne, Upper Lambourn
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly raced filly was sixth of 13 in maiden at Kempton (22/1) 16 days ago. Looks to have been brought along with handicaps in mind and could do better over this longer trip
7 HARDSTYLE (IRE) (9) 664-112 C BF
(in6lbex) (1)
B g Blue Point (IRE) - Belted Pat Cosgrave Shylock George Boughey, Newmarket
Br Rockview Stables Ltd George Boughey Racing Ltd, Star Sports Bet TIMEFORMVIEWHaswontwiceinrecentweeks,includingatthiscourse Secondof8inhandicapatLingfield(8/11)9daysagounderadoublepenaltyafterjust2daysoff,proved vulnerable to one with a better turn of foot Taking his racing well though and could yet have
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 7
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3. Visor worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1.
Stewards Note:
FLORIDA SUITE: Following its run on 3/1/2026 it was reported that the horse suffered interference.
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Hardstyle (IRE), 4-1 Crockham Heath (GB), 9-2 Toastmaster (IRE), 7-1 Florida Suite (IRE), Charlotte Corday (IRE), 8-1 Phantom Watch (IRE), 14-1 Angry Ant (USA)
RACE RESULT:
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RACE
SIXTH RACE 7.30
ALWAYS
GAMBLE RESPONSIBLY AT BETMGM HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)
Total prize fund £9500 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £3923, 2nd £1962, 3rd £980, 4th £490, 5th £245. (Penalty Value £4972.30) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): I Williams (55 wins from 430 runners, 13%) runs TRIBAL WISDOM & UNITING TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Hannon (4 wins from 19 runners, 21%) runs CRISTO LONGEST TRAVELLER: CITY OF GOD trained by K R Burke, Leyburn, 150 miles.
FARASI LANE again hinted that he could be about to capitalise on the handicapper’s mercy when third over C&D last month and the 8-y-o is taken to deliver on that promise City of God came up short in Class 2 turf handicaps on his final two starts of 2025 but he showed plenty on the all-weather last winter and rates the clear main danger ahead of Epictetus
1 CRISTO (GB) (14) 2/2113-0
Ch g Havana Grey - Puzzled Look
4 9-13 (10)
Sean Levey
Middleham Park Racing CXXV Richard Hannon, Marlborough
Br Whitsbury Manor Stud Tattersalls
TIMEFORMVIEWTwo wins from 4 runs last year Ninth of 13 in handicap at Newcastle (10.2f, 12/1) 14 days ago. Entitled to come on for that (first run following an 8-month break) and each-way claims back down in trip here. TFRHHHII BHA87
2 EPICTETUS (IRE) (14) 0500-03
6 9-10 (5)
B g Kingman - Thistle Bird Rob Hornby
Jamie Osborne & Partner Jamie Osborne, Upper Lambourn
Br George Strawbridge
TIMEFORM VIEW Sixteen runs since last win in 2023. 15/2, creditable third of 9 in handicap at this C&D 14 days ago, having run of race Place possibilities. TFRHHHII BHA83
3 TRIBAL WISDOM (IRE) (8) 1143-34 CD 7 9-8 (4)
Ch g Frankel - Zindaya (USA)
Cam Hardie
Mr Patrick Kelly Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Br Fifth Avenue Bloodstock Corbally Holdings Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Four-time course winner Three wins from 15 runs last year Fourth of 7 in handicap (18/5) at Newcastle (8f) 8 days ago, not ideally placed. Likely to find a few too good TFRHHHII BHA81 (-1)
4 BORGI (IRE) (55) 453444- CD
B g Anjaal - One Time (IRE)
9-7 (6)
Cieren Fallon
Mr S. P. C. Woods S. P. C. Woods, Newmarket
Br Denis Bergin
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner. 5/1, creditable 1 3/4 lengths fourth of 11 to Tribal Wisdom in handicap at this C&D 55 days ago, running on Not without each-way hope TFRHHHII BHA80
5 CITY OF GOD (IRE) (237) 4/12200-
B g Kodiac - Rare (IRE)
9-6 (9)
Shane Gray
Mr Ryan Kent K. R. Burke, Leyburn
Br The Rare Partnership KB Spigot Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW 6/1, last of 8 in handicap at Musselburgh (9f, good to firm) when last seen in June Gelded since and he’s very much of interest now returned to the AW TFRHHHHI BHA80
6 SPECIAL GHAIYYATH (IRE) (70) 224110-
B g Ghaiyyath (IRE) - Elegant Peace (IRE)
9-5 (3)
Hector Crouch
Mr Jaber Abdullah James Tate, Newmarket
Br John Malone
TIMEFORMVIEWLatest win at Haydock in September. Last of 10 in handicap at Southwell (8.1f, 9/4) 70 days ago. Needs to bounce back. TFRHHIII BHA79
7 HITCHED (IRE) (7) 2302-25 CD
B g Cotai Glory - Newlywed (IRE)
The Future
Br Tally-Ho Stud
9-5 (7)
Luke Morris
David Simcock, Newmarket
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Fifth of 8 in handicap at Southwell (7.1f, 13/2) 7 days ago. Back up in trip and he again looks vulnerable for win purposes. TFRHHIII BHA78 (-1)
1-2-3: 1.FARASI LANE (IRE) 2.CITY OF GOD (IRE) 3.EPICTETUS (IRE)
8
FARASI LANE (IRE) (34) 050063-
B g Belardo (IRE) - No Such Zone
Urloxhey Racing
8 9-3 (8)
Jason Watson
Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich
Br Wicklow Bloodstock Ireland Ltd Coulthursts Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWSeventeen runs since last win in 2024 12/1, creditable third of 12 in handicap at this C&D 34 days ago. Remains of interest from current mark (last win was gained off 13lb higher) and he’s a must for the shortlist. TFRHHHHH BHA76
9 UNITING (IRE) (14) 03113-0
B g Mehmas (IRE) - Unique (FR)
Steel A Win
4 9-3 (2)
Callum Hutchinson
Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Br Al Shaqab Racing Tote
TIMEFORMVIEW Latest win at Newcastle in November Cheekpieces on for 1st time, seventh of 9 in handicap at Newcastle (8f, 12/1) 14 days ago. Opposable TFRHHIII BHA77
10 PANAMA BLACK (IRE) (191) 605660-
B g Tamayuz - Positive Vibration (IRE)
Mr B. J. Meehan
4 9-2 (1)
Joe Leavy
Brian Meehan, Manton
Br Ringfort Stud Ltd Sirecam Europe
TIMEFORM VIEW Eighth of 9 in handicap at Doncaster (8f, good, 3/1) on latest start 6 months ago (gelded in the interim) Easy enough to look elsewhere. TFRHHIII BHA76
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Hood worn by No. 7. Blinkers worn by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3.
Running for the first time since Gelding No. 5, 10. Stewards Note:
DECLARED RUNNERS 10
SPECIAL GHAIYYATH: Following its run on 21/11/2025 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run. PANAMA BLACK: Following its run on 23/7/2025 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
Probable S.P’s: 4-1 City of God (IRE), 11-2 Farasi Lane (IRE), 13-2 Epictetus (IRE), 7-1 Tribal Wisdom (IRE), 8-1 Borgi (IRE), 10-1 Cristo (GB), 12-1 Hitched (IRE), 14-1 Uniting (IRE), 16-1 Special Ghaiyyath (IRE), 28-1 Panama Black (IRE)
RACE RESULT: TIMEDISTANCE 1ST 3RD 2ND 4TH
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SEVEN FURLONGS ABOUT 36 YARDS [7F ABT 36YDS] FOR THREE YRS OLD
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HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund £7100 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £2932, 2nd £1466, 3rd £733, 4th £366, 5th £183. (Penalty Value £3716.14) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): G Boughey (72 wins from 439 runners, 16%) runs FERMAIN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): S & E Crisford (3 wins from 18 runners, 17%) runs BALTHAMOS LONGEST TRAVELLER: THREE NON BLONDES trained by K R Burke, Leyburn, 150 miles.
BECAUSE WE CAN won at this C&D 18 days ago on his handicap debut wearing a first-time visor and, though up 4lb, this lightly-raced gelding is bred to be at least useful and likely has more to offer. Balthamos continues to run creditably and the likely strong pace will be in his favour, while Marseillan got off the mark in a Lingfield novice last month and should remain competitive back in handicaps
1 URGENT CALL (IRE) (45) 436153- D 9-9 (2)
B c Wootton Bassett - Oodnadatta (IRE)
Cieren Fallon
Mr Hussain Alabbas Lootah Charlie Johnston, Middleham Br R. Scarborough & Carradale Johnston Racing Ltd, Hussain Lootah Investment Group
TIMEFORM VIEW Well placed to win at Newcastle (7f) 74 days ago but struggling since that win, third of 4 in handicap there (5/1) 45 days ago, weakening late. TFRHHIII BHA74
2 THREE NON BLONDES (GB) (29) 1-2 BF 9-9 (8)
B f Ubettabelieveit (IRE) - Mosqueras Romance
D Lovatt & C Bacon
Pierre-Louis Jamin
K. R. Burke, Leyburn
Br Throckmorton Court Stud Ltd Junction 17 Prestige
TIMEFORMVIEWWon debut at Chelmsford but went backwards when second of 8 in 6f novice at Newcastle (11/10 fav) 29 days ago, beaten a neck. In good hands however, and she could improve on handicap debut with step up in trip TFRHHHII BHA74
3 BALTHAMOS (GB) (45) 426532-
Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Angel Vision (IRE)
9-8 (1)
Harry Davies
Rabbah Racing Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket
Br Cheveley Park Stud Limited
TIMEFORMVIEW Yet to win from 8 starts but backed up previous effort when second of 4 in handicap at Newcastle (7/4 fav) 45 days ago, hampered over 1f out and looking more straightforward under pressure Should be in the mix again. TFRHHHHI BHA73
4 ILLY’S ROO (IRE) (16) 01501-4 D
B g Australia - Illykato
9-8 (9)
George Bass
Mr C. R. Hirst Jack Channon, West Ilsley
Br Christopher Hirst
Jack Channon Racing Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWWon handicap over 7f 43 days ago when settling better but fourth of 4 in handicap at Kempton Park (9/2) 16 days ago, too keen on first start over 1m (jockey reported bit slipped) Needs to settle to show best form but will find this a more suitable test TFRHHHII BHA73
5 CHIEF
RED
WING (IRE) (65) 004- 9-7 (5)
Ch g Sioux Nation (USA) - Vilamos (IRE)
Manton Thoroughbreds X
Joe Leavy
Brian Meehan, Manton
Br Celbridge Estates & Mrs S. Rogers Sirecam Europe
TIMEFORMVIEW Lightly raced gelding was fourth of 13 in maiden at Chelmsford City (5/4 fav) 65 days ago, improved again but didn’t justify short odds Going the right way and may take another step forward on handicap debut TFRHHHII BHA72
6 MARSEILLAN (IRE) (30) 32521- D 9-7 (3)
B g Nando Parrado - Zelloof (IRE)
Luke Morris
Daniel MacAuliffe & Anoj Don Lemos De Souza, Newmarket
Br M. Ryan
Class1Personnel
TIMEFORMVIEWLightly raced gelding who fared best of those ridden prominently when second in a handicap before getting off the mark in 7f novice at Lingfield (4/5 favourite) 30 days ago, not needing to improve Should remain competitive in back in a handicap. TFRHHHHI BHA72
7 BECAUSE WE CAN (IRE) (18) 055-1 CD
B g Advertise - Kaprice (IRE)
Mr Andrew L Cohen & Partner
Br Cotton House & Beshellstown Trading Co
(4)
Georgia Dobie
Clive Cox, Hungerford
Wood Hall Stud Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWShowed improved form on handicap debut when first of 8 in handicap at this C&D (15/2) 18 days ago wearing
but
8 MY SHAGAF (IRE) (42) 5033- 9-2 (7)
B f Sioux Nation (USA) - Multiply By Eight (FR)
Jack Nicholls (5)
Mr Mohammed Al Suboosi T. J. Kent, Newmarket
Br Mountarmstrong Stud & Rob Tierney
TIMEFORMVIEW 100,000 gns yearling who showed improvement when third of 9 in 1m handicap at Southwell (5/1) 42 days ago.
Interesting back over 7f if first-time blinkers have the desired effect (has taken strong hold previously). TFRHHHII BHA67
9 FERMAIN (GB) (13) 31606-3 9-2 (6)
B f Ardad (IRE) - Lady Oak (IRE)
Ms L. Phillips
Br Wood Hall Stud
Grace McEntee
George Boughey, Newmarket
George Boughey Racing Ltd, Star Sports Bet
TIMEFORMVIEWLittle win threat since winning a 6f turf novice in October, plugging on in first-time tongue tie (retained) when third of 9 in handicap at Southwell (14/1) 13 days ago. Now tries 7f with cheekpieces added but has a bit to find on bare form TFRHHIII BHA67
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Blinkers worn first time by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 9.
Hood worn by No. 3. Visor worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 9.
Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1.
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Because We Can (IRE), 13-2 Balthamos (GB), Marseillan (IRE), 9-1 My Shagaf (IRE), 10-1
Three Non Blondes (GB), Illy’s Roo (IRE), Fermain (GB), 12-1 Chief Red Wing (IRE), 16-1 Urgent Call (IRE)
RACE RESULT: TIMEDISTANCE
1ST 3RD 2ND 4TH
SIX FURLONGS [6F ABT 20YDS] FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND
MIDNITE A NEXT GENERATION BETTING APP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund £7100 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £2932, 2nd £1466, 3rd £733, 4th £366, 5th £183. (Penalty Value £3716.14) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): R Fahey (42 wins from 388 runners, 11%) runs ZIGGY’S QUEEN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Carr (3 wins from 12 runners, 25%) runs FISCAL POLICY
WEIGHTWATCHER: FISCAL POLICY won off a handicap mark of 77, his rating is now down 6lb to 71. LONGEST TRAVELLER: WATER OF LEITH trained by J Goldie, Glasgow, 285 miles.
SAM’S HOPE is in excellent form on the all-weather, winning her last two starts at Southwell including when drawing clear under a penalty 8 days ago She returns to this C&D where she’s won twice and, despite a 4lb rise, looks the one to beat. Expert Agent has dropped to an attractive mark and shaped better than result suggests at Kempton recently. C&D winner Papa Cocktail should go well down in grade, whileWater of Leith is another to note having been unlucky here last time
1 PAPA COCKTAIL (IRE) (10) 23525-4 CD
B g Churchill (IRE) - Anklet (IRE)
Ingram Racing
Jack Mitchell
Michael Herrington, Willoughton
Br Grangecon Holdings Ltd Stallard Kane Associates Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWExperienced handicapper with a C&D win, second here 39 days ago. Fourth of 10 in handicap at Southwell (5/1) 10 days ago, back to form, travelled fluently but had to wait for gap around 2f out before keeping on Interesting eased in grade. TFRHHHHI BHA75 (-1)
2 EM FOUR (GB) (9) 303-152 D
Ch g Sixties Icon - Emten (IRE)
Mr J. A. Osborne
Br J. A. Osborne
Rob Hornby
Jamie Osborne, Upper Lambourn
TIMEFORMVIEWWon a 6f AW handicap 28 days ago and wasted no time getting back to form when second of 11 in handicap at Kempton (9/1) 9 days ago, having good run along the inside. Should remain competitive. TFRHHHII BHA74
3 SAM’S HOPE (GB) (8) 1155-11 CD
B m Awtaad (IRE) - Delightful Belle (USA)
Mr D. Morgan and Mr K. J. Parris
Br Minster Stud
6 9-8 (7)
Luke Morris
Martin Dunne, Newmarket
TIMEFORMVIEWIngoodformonAW,winninglasttwostartsatSouthwellover5f Firstof8inhandicapunderpenalty(11/8fav)8daysago,switchedover1fout,led final furlong and drew clear Up 4lb but returns to this C&D where she has won twice and can go well again in hat-trick bid. TFRHHHHH BHA74 (+5)
4 ZIGGY’S QUEEN (IRE) (19) 15051-2 CD
B m Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Iron Lady (IRE)
5 9-6 (9)
Ethan Tindall (7) Middleham Park Racing CXVII
Br Michael Buckley & Irish National Stud
Richard Fahey, Malton
Middleham Park Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWWon at this C&D 41 days ago before second of 10 in handicap at Chelmsford (16/1) 19 days ago, ran well up 3lb in the weights. Solid proposition on AW TFRHHHII BHA72
5 FISCAL POLICY (IRE) (14) 45005-6 CD
Ch g Profitable (IRE) - Penny’s Gift
S Thompson, Mrs R Carr, G Shields
Br Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook
7 9-5 (1)
James Sullivan
Ruth Carr, Stillington
William Hill
TIMEFORMVIEW Winless since May, ran modestly when last at this C&D. Sixth of 9 in handicap at Newcastle (9/2) 14 days ago and seems to be merely ticking over at present.
6 MONOTONE (IRE) (41) 000000- 4 9-4 (5)
B g Verbal Dexterity (IRE) - Yes Oh Yes (USA)
Ryedale Racing
Br J. S. Bolger
Cam Hardie
Antony Brittain, Warthill
Asset Finance Solutions (UK) Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Ninth of 10 in AW handicap at Newcastle (40/1) 41 days ago. Dropped 5lb but hard to make a case for in change of headgear
7 LOVAT SCOUT (GB) (24) 50106-2 D 4 9-4 (2)
Ch g Havana Grey - Ellen Gates
Mr D J Mackay & West Shaw Farm
Jack Nicholls (5)
K. R. Burke, Leyburn
Br Ellen Gates Partnership KB Spigot Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWWon 5f handicap 88 days ago before second of 9 in handicap at Southwell 6f (5/1) 24 days ago, ran up to best with more cover and sound pace Arrives in good heart and merits respect. TFRHHHII BHA70
8 EXPERT AGENT (GB) (9) 0544-04 D 6 9-3 (4)
B g Expert Eye - Oeuvre d’Art (IRE)
Mr N Boyden and Mr C Harrold
Br Castle Estates
Sean Levey
Stuart Williams, Newmarket
AJN Steelstock Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWHas dropped to an attractive mark and shaped better than result at Kempton when fourth of 11 in handicap (12/1) 9 days ago, awkward leaving stalls but kept on well from bad position One to be interested in TFRHHHHI BHA69 (+1)
9 WATER OF LEITH (IRE) (11) 60664-2 CD 8 8-11 (6)
B g Kodiac - Zakhrafa (IRE) Lauren Young (5)
Adam Mills and Jonnie Delta Racing
Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Br Rifa Mustang Pty Ltd Jim Goldie Racing
TIMEFORMVIEW Second of 10 in handicap at this C&D (3/1) 11 days ago, travelled smoothly but met trouble early final furlong before keeping on Potentially on a lenient mark and shaping up well of late. TFRHHHHI BHA63
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Visor worn first time by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8.
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Sam’s Hope (GB), 5-1 Water of Leith (IRE), 11-2 Expert Agent (GB), 7-1 Papa Cocktail (IRE), Lovat Scout (GB), 9-1 Em Four (GB), 12-1 Ziggy’s Queen (IRE), 14-1 Fiscal Policy (IRE), 100-1 Monotone (IRE)
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RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 5.00 - THE MIDNITE, BUILDING THE FUTURE OF BETTING HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBBPlus RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4972 to the winning horse The second to receive £2333, the third £1165, the fourth £583 and the fifth £290. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 66-85 (also open to such horses rated 86 and 87; such horses rated 65 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £47 stake if the horse is rated 66 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 65 or lower with £38 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 28th. Lowest weight: 5-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 4-y-o 8st 6lb Highest weight: 5-y-o and up 10st; 4-y-o 9st 11lb Penalties, after January 17th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Midnite has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. 16 entries at £47. - Closed January 24th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3923; Second £1962; Third £980; Fourth £490; Fifth £245. (Penalty Value £4972.30) SS SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 5.30 - THE BETMGM SUPPORTS SAFER GAMBLING CLASSIFIED STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV I) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4710 to the winning horse The second to receive £2210, the third £1104, the fourth £552 and the fifth £275. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-50. Enter by noon, January 24th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 28th. Weights: 4-y-o 9st 8lb; 5-y-o and up 9st 9lb Penalties, after January 17th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb NOTE: For horses reassessed since the publication of the qualifying rating list for entry, the excess in any rating above the rating band shall be added to the weights stated above. BetMGM has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. ELIMINATION: Protection from elimination will operate in the following order Horses which, in the opinion of the Handicapper, have the highest Handicap Rating based on races run up to and including the Saturday prior to closing, except that horses which have run fewer than seven times in a Flat race will be given priority. Random balloting will apply where horses have identical Handicap Ratings. (In the case of horses which have raced fewer than 7 times, no preference will be given to those with the least number of runs. Those with the highest handicap rating will be given preference). 13 entries at £45. - Closed January 24th, 2026. Owners Prize Money.Winner£3716; Second£1859;Third£929; Fourth £464; Fifth £232. (Penalty Value £4710.60) SS
SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 6.00 - THE BETMGM SUPPORTS SAFER GAMBLING CLASSIFIED STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV II)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4710 to the winning horse The second to receive £2210, the third £1104, the fourth £552 and the fifth £275. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-50. Enter by noon, January 24th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 28th. Weights: 4-y-o 9st 8lb; 5-y-o and up 9st 9lb Penalties, after January 17th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb NOTE: For horses reassessed since the publication of the qualifying rating list for entry, the excess in any rating above the rating band shall be added to the weights stated above. BetMGM has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. ELIMINATION: Protection from elimination will operate in the following order Horses which, in the opinion of the Handicapper, have the highest Handicap Rating based on races run up to and including the Saturday prior to closing, except that horses which have run fewer than seven times in a Flat race will be given priority. Random balloting will apply where horses have identical Handicap Ratings. (In the case of horses which have raced fewer than 7 times, no preference will be given to those with the least number of runs. Those with the highest handicap rating will be given preference). 13 entries at £45. - Closed January 24th, 2026. Owners Prize Money.Winner£3716; Second£1859;Third£929; Fourth £464; Fifth £232. (Penalty Value £4710.60) SS SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 6.30 - THE BET £10 GET £40 WITH BETMGM RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (for horses in Bands C and D) (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 and four yrs old only, which are in Bands C and D. Enter by noon, January 24th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 28th. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 8st 9lb; fillies 8st 4lb 4-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). BetMGM has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. 12 entries at £50.Closed January 24th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4267; Second £2133; Third £1067; Fourth £533. (Penalty Value £5400) SS SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 7.00 - THE WIN £250,000 WITH BETMGM’S GOLDEN GOALS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3716 to the winning horse The second to receive £1743, the third £871, the fourth £435 and the fifth £217. for three yrs old only, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 55 and below). £35 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 28th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after January 17th, 2026, for each race won 6lb. BetMGM has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. 11 entries, 1 at £7 and 10 at £35. - Closed January 24th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2932; Second £1466; Third £733; Fourth £366; Fifth £183. (Penalty Value £3716.14) SS SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 7.30 - THE ALWAYS GAMBLE RESPONSIBLY AT BETMGM HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4972 to the winning horse The second to receive £2333, the third £1165, the fourth £583 and the fifth £290. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 66-85 (also open to such horses rated 86 and 87; such horses rated 65 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £47 stake if the horse is rated 66 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 65 or lower with £38 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 28th. Lowest weight: 5-y-o and up 8st 7lb; 4-y-o 8st 6lb Highest weight: 5-y-o and up 9st 12lb; 4-y-o 9st 11lb Penalties, after January 17th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. BetMGM has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. 13 entries at £47. - Closed January 24th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £3923; Second £1962; Third £980; Fourth £490; Fifth £245. (Penalty Value £4972.30) SS SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 8.00 - THE READ MEG NICHOLLS’ BLOG AT betmgm.co.uk HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3716 to the winning horse The second to receive £1743, the third £871, the fourth £435 and the fifth £217. for three yrs old only, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 55 and below). £35 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 28th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after January 17th, 2026, for each race won 6lb. BetMGM has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. 18 entries at £35. - Closed January 24th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2932; Second £1466; Third £733; Fourth £366; Fifth £183. (Penalty Value £3716.14) SS
SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.
Eighth Race 8.30 - THE MIDNITE A NEXT GENERATION BETTING APP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3716 to the winning horse The second to receive £1743, the third £871, the fourth £435 and the fifth £217. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 55 and below). £35 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 28th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after January 17th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Midnite has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. 15 entries at £35. - Closed January 24th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2932; Second £1466; Third £733; Fourth £366; Fifth £183. (Penalty Value £3716.14) SS
SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.
