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.
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3 CROSS COUNTER (GB) (100) 11-11
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 BreedingBreederJockeyTrainer Sponsor
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1Storm Porter Tallulah Edmunds 16
Min Weight: 9st 4lbs gelding
Height: 147 Form: 5
Pony Age: 2021 Colour: Bay
Colours: Gold, Black Star, Black Sleeves, Gold Stars, Black Cap, Gold Stars
2 Come Here To Me Now Camilla Froggatt 13
Min Weight: 9st 13lbs marePony Age: 2022
Height: 148 Form: 4,3,1
Colours: Maroon, Light Blue Cross Belts, Maroon Sleeves, Light Blue Cap
Colour: Bay
3Miss WexfordHarry Longsdon 14
Min Weight: 9st 4lbs marePony Age: 2018 Colour: Bay
Height: 147 Form: 5
Colours: Emerald Green, White Diabolo, Emerald Green Sleeves, White Diabolo, Emerald Green Cap, White Quartered
4These Dreams Lowan Cruise Mills 15
Min Weight: 9st 4lbs gelding
Height: 148 Form:
Pony Age: 2016 Colour: Bay
Colours: Royal Blue, White Stars, Red Sleeves, White Stars, White Cap, Red Star
5Dark Dandy
Min Weight: 10st 4lbs marePony Age: 2022 Colour: Chestnut
Colours: Red, Royal Blue Sleeves, White Armlet, Red Cap
7Rocket Ronnie Amber Tizzard14
Min Weight: 9st 4lbs marePony Age: 2020 Colour: Chestnut
Height: 148 Form: 4
Colours: Emerald Green, Yellow Stars, Emerald Green Sleeves, Yellow Halves, Yellow Cap, Emerald Green Hooped
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SEVEN FURLONGS ABOUT 36 YARDS [7F ABT 36YDS] FOR MAIDEN THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS FILLIES AND MARES THE attheraces.com/marketmovers
MAIDEN
FILLIES’ STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £10000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4267, 2nd £2133, 3rd £1067, 4th £533. (Penalty Value £5400) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): J Butler (47 wins from 426 runners, 11%) runs FOXY NIGHT TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J & T Gosden (7 wins from 21 runners, 33%) runs GILDING THE LILY LONGEST TRAVELLER: SHATIN BEAUTY trained by L Perratt, East Kilbride, 275 miles.
RAJBA shaped well with a view to dropping back to this trip when sixth in a Newbury handicap (1m) 2 weeks ago and earns the vote back in maiden company. Gilding The Lily is a most interesting newcomer for John & Thady Gosden and market confidence behind her would look significant. Foxy Night is another with obvious form claims
4 9-9(9)
B f Kodiac - Soundscape Silvestre De Sousa
Mr Sultan Saeed Harib
Ismail Mohammed & Jose Santos, Newmarket
Br GodolphinGood Effort Racing Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWKodiac filly who attracted sustained support following a yard switch/8 months off but could only run to a similar level as on debut when fifth at Southwell (6f) in January, pulling hard. Absent again since and she rates a likely type for handicaps moving forward. TFRHHHII BHA-
2ESPLANADE (IRE) (18) 0
39-2 (1)
Gr f Dark Angel (IRE) - Seafront Ross Coakley
J & E Bloodstock Charles Hills, Lambourn
Br Yeomanstown Stud Wishanger Estates Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Dark Angel filly who makes some appeal on paper but she offered little when last of 11 in a Windsor novice (1m) on debut 18 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA-
3FOXY NIGHT (IRE) (8) 4332 BF
3 9-2(6)
Ch f Night of Thunder (IRE) - Foxy Loxy (IRE) Jack Gilligan
Newtown Anner Stud Farm John Butler, Newmarket
Br Newtown Anner Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWNight of Thunder filly who has made the frame on all 4 starts to date, going closer than previously when rallying for second in 12-runner maiden at Southwell (7f) 8 days ago. Entitled to be thereabouts again in first-time cheekpieces. TFRHHHHI BHA77 (+2)
4GILDING THE LILY (GB) (-)
3 9-2(4)
B f Blue Point (IRE) - Granola Tyler Heard Godolphin John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket
Br Denniff Farms LtdEmirates
TIMEFORMVIEW250,000 gns yearling, Blue Point filly. Half-sister to smart winner up to 1m Brunch and useful 6f-7f winner Golden Voice. Dam, 1m winner, closely related to very smart 5f/6f winner Astrophysical Jet. Makes obvious appeal on paper for leading yard and well worth a look on debut. TFRHHHHI BHA-
5KERNOW ROSE (GB) (-)
3
9-2(3)
B f Dream Ahead (USA) - Nightingale Valley William Cox
Mr M. E. Harris Zoe Hawkins, Cullompton
Br M. Harris Tote
TIMEFORMVIEW Dream Ahead filly Half-sister to 1m winner Sunny Corner Dam 6f-8.3f winner Likely outsider on racecourse bow. TFRHHIII BHA-
6NAVONA GREY (GB)
(48) 54
39-2 (7)
Gr f Havana Grey - Gemini Luke Morris Paul.F & Keith.C Gay Kelleway, Newmarket
Br Fiona Marner Bloodstock & David Sumpter Dodson and Horrell
TIMEFORMVIEWPromising fifth over this trip on debut at Chester (form has worked out well). Found drop back in distance against her when fourth at Bath (5.5f) subsequently, and she may just be a handicap project TFRHHHII BHA-
7PINK PYJAMAS (IRE) (-)
B f Mohaather - Luna Moon
3
9-2(2)
Daniel Muscutt
Trebles Holford Thoroughbreds Jack Morland, Newmarket
Br Knocktartan House Stud
TIMEFORMVIEW€22,000 yearling, Mohaather filly. Half-sister to several winners, including 2-y-o 6f winner Ingleby Ivy and 7.4f winner Shoot The Moon. Another warranting a check in the betting for clues ahead of debut TFRHHHII BHA-
8RAJIBA (GB) (14) 4-236 39-2 (5)
B f St Mark’s Basilica (FR) - Mur Hiba (IRE)
Jastar Capital Limited & Partner
Br Essafinaat UK Ltd
Cieren Fallon
Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn
TIMEFORMVIEWProgressed when reaching the frame first 3 starts on all-weather and shaped better than bare result when sixth on handicap debut at Newbury (1m) 2 weeks ago, the return to 1m seemingly stretching her Sets a good standard back in a maiden returned to 7f TFRHHHHH BHA74
9SHATIN BEAUTY
(IRE) (15) 66
B f Awtaad (IRE) - Art of Persuasion
Jackton Racing Club
39-2 (8)
Tom Kiely-Marshall (5)
Linda Perratt, East Kilbride
Br Fontstown Stud LtdNorth Allerton Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Awtaad filly who has offered little in 2 starts at up to 1m in recent months. TFRHIIII BHA-
10 STAR OF COMMALA (IRE) (248) 0-
B f Starman - Commala (IRE)
Mrs Jane Chapple-Hyam
Br Farran House Stud & Rocal Bloodstock
3 9-2(10)
Molly Keegan-Price (7)
Jane Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket
TIMEFORMVIEW Starman filly who offered little when seventh of 9 in a 6f maiden here on debut in November
This promises to reveal more following 8 months off. TFRHHIII BHA-
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Foxy Night (IRE), 10-3 Gilding The Lily (GB),
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7f 36y: Outside, Remainder: Inside
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SEVEN FURLONGS ABOUT 36 YARDS [7F ABT 36YDS] FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE GET RACEDAY READY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund
£7600 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3138, 2nd £1569, 3rd £784, 4th £392, 5th £196. (Penalty Value £3977.84) 4 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): A Watson (48 wins from 371 runners, 13%) runs QUICK QUASAR TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D O’Meara (6 wins from 53 runners, 11%) runs AL MUQDAD LONGEST TRAVELLER: AL MUQDAD trained by D O’Meara, Upper Helmsley, 155 miles.
ANGELS’SHARE finds herself 3lb below the mark she defied when a wide-margin winner on all-weather last summer and, having posted easily her most encouraging effort this year at Yarmouth 23 days ago, she could be worth chancing to get back to winning ways. Kit Gabriel back at 7f from a handy mark and Southwell scorer Gunfighter are others high on the shortlist
1 AL MUQDAD (GB) (8) 063253 CD
Ch g Zoustar (AUS) - Miss Work of Art
6 10-2 (6)
Silvestre De Sousa Lycett Racing Ltd
David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Br Springcombe Park Stud Wastecom NRG Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner who is on a losing run but he comes here in good form, running on for third in 6-runner Doncaster handicap (7f) 8 days ago. Possibilities in a switch of headgear
2GUNFIGHTER (IRE) (26) 300-001 CD
B g Siyouni (FR) - Rainbow Heart (IRE)
Mr Brett Lawrence
Br Sunderland Holdings Inc
HHHII BHA70 (-1)
5 10-1 (3)
Jack Gilligan
John Butler, Newmarket
TIMEFORMVIEWBuilt on return at the second attempt when narrow winner at Southwell (7f) 26 days ago. Remains well treated on old form and still early days with in-form yard, so well worth a second look from a handy draw TFRHHHHI BHA69
3 KIT GABRIEL (IRE) (24) 033206 C D
B g Kodiac - Maleha (IRE)
MAGG Management & Con Ltd & Partner
Br Tally-Ho Stud
7 10-0 (8)
Tyler Heard
Simon Pearce, Newmarket
MAGG Management and Consultancy Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWCourse winner again ran well when just touched off in a deeper handicap at Kempton (7f) in May. Disappointed next time but took a step back in right direction when sixth over an extended mile here 24 days ago. Possibilities back at 7f from what rates a handy mark. TFRHHHHI BHA68
4 MERRY (GB) (92) 3-45
B f Zoustar (AUS) - Hilary J
3 9-9 (1)
Daniel Muscutt Hot To Trot Racing and R Mitchell
James Horton, Newmarket
Br Bumble Bloodstock Ltd Hot To Trot Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWZoustar filly who has shaped with promise all 3 starts in all-weather novice/maidens to date, appearing stretched by the step up to 1m when fifth on qualifying run at Kempton in April. Likely type to do better now attentions switch to handicaps. TFRHHHII BHA70
5BALLYBUNION (IRE) (84) 022-0
Ch g Footstepsinthesand - Princess Pearl (IRE)
I. Foster, D. Fish, W. Dale & S. Dale
Br Barry Kennedy & Anna Murphy
3 9-8 (9)
Ross Coakley
Michael Bell, Newmarket
Michael Bell Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWFair form as a 2-y-o, twice finishing runner-up, and he can easily have a line put through reappearance effort at Ascot when badly placed in a higher grade than this for handicap debut Still unexposed returning from another 84 days off/breathing operation. TFRHHHII BHA69
6 GENEROUS RASCAL (GB) (13) 330350 3 9-7 (7)
B g Showcasing - Suelita
Jack Doughty Quest Thoroughbreds - Generous Rascal Dylan Cunha, Newmarket
Br Whitsbury Manor Stud Yellow Lodge Ltd., M & M Consultancy
TIMEFORMVIEWWinner of a 6f Kempton novice last autumn for Oliver Cole Creditable third at Ripon on yard debut in April but exploits have been rather mixed in handful of starts since Blinkers now reached for returned to 7f TFRHHIII BHA68
7 LESSAY (IRE) (33) 500261 CD 5 9-7 (11)
B g Churchill (IRE) - For Now (IRE)
TIMEFORMVIEWDisplayed better signs when runner up here in May and confirmed promise of that effort at second attempt when resuming winning ways over C&D 33 days ago, forging clear Raised 5lb on the back of that and tricky draw to contend with here. TFRIIIII BHA61 ) trick effort here
Morris and Allan Patrick Morris, Prescot
Br Barouche Stud Ireland Ltd
NON-RUNNER
8ANGELS’ SHARE (GB) (23) 10-0005 D 3 9-5(10)
B f Harry Angel (IRE) - Purest Cieren Fallon
Kingsmead Bloodstock Limited
William Knight, Newmarket
Br Mr & Mrs N. Welby William Knight Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWWide margin winner on final 2 all-weather runs last summer and fared better than previously on turf this year when fifth at Yarmouth (7f, firm) 23 days ago. Potentially more interesting back on all-weather and now 3lb below last winning mark, so well worth a look. TFRHHHHH BHA66
9QUICK QUASAR (IRE) (32) 002100 D 3 9-5(5)
B g Palace Pier - Mehronissa
Mr Salem Rashid Bin Ghadayer
Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
Luke Morris
Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn
TIMEFORMVIEWPut it all together to get off the mark under an aggressive front-running ride at Kempton (7f) in March. However, hasn’t looked entirely straightforward in 2 runs since and application of sterner headgear needs to have positive effect here TFRHHIII BHA66
10 ESPANITA (IRE) (25) 165006 CD 3 9-2(4)
Gr f Phoenix of Spain (IRE) - Furia Cruzada (CHI)
Kingsley Park 41
Oliver Stammers
Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Br Avaz Ismoilov Johnston Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWLanded a C&D maiden on second start in March Hasn’t gone forward since, albeit proving too free in race not run to suit when sixth of 12 in an 8.6f handicap here 25 days ago. First-time hood reached for now. TFRHHHII BHA63
11 PIAZZA (GB) (15) 4334-50
Ch f Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Indigo Angel (IRE)
39-2 (12)
Sean Dylan Bowen
Highclere Thoroughbred Racing - Willow Ollie Sangster, Marlborough
Br Isa Salman Al Khalifa & Highclere StudHighclere Thoroughbred Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWSteadily progressive in turf maidens last summer. Encouraging fifth on return at Kempton (7f) in June and best excused latest run given her track position in a messy race when seventh at Epsom (7f) 2 weeks ago. Too soon to write off but draw in 12 not ideal. TFRHHHII BHA63
12 UNITER (GB)
(88) 35-060P
B g Oasis Dream - Regent
39-2 (2)
George Bass Paddock to Pub Racing Denis Coakley, West Ilsley
TIMEFORMVIEW Failed to progress for Andrew Balding and having shaped as if better for the run on stable debut at Kempton in April, he went as if amiss when pulled up over 6f here in May. Passed over TFRHHIII BHA63
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Hood worn first time by No. 10. Blinkers worn first time by No. 6, 9. Visor worn by No. 1. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5. Stewards Note:
UNITER: Following its run on 4/5/2026 it was reported that the horse finished lame.
SEVEN FURLONGS ABOUT 36 YARDS [7F ABT 36YDS] FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS FILLIES AND MARES
THE
CALL
01902 390016 TO NAME A RACE FILLIES’ HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)
Total prize fund £10000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4129, 2nd £2065, 3rd £1032, 4th £516, 5th £258. (Penalty Value £5234) SS
RACE STATS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): G Boughey (72 wins from 444 runners, 16%) runs ORCHID TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Owen (16 wins from 47 runners, 34%) runs CALLAHAN LONGEST TRAVELLER: CARNIVAL OF LIGHT trained by C Johnston, Middleham, 140 miles.
RACE SUMMARY
GHISA caught the eye on her handicap debut/return at Southwell last time and looks the one to be with. Paris Babe could be interesting dropped in class, with Bella Bisbee and Carnival of Light others to consider in a competitive race.
KEY Owner
Breeding
Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
1PARIS BABE (FR) (70) 0-45600 D
B f Mehmas (IRE) - Stay In Paris (FR) Luke Morris
Mrs Emma Palmer Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn Br Al Shaqab Racing & S.N.C. Ecurie de Cast Archie Watson Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWUseful ex-French winner Wasn’t seen to best effect when fifth on All-Weather Finals Day at Newcastle in April. Flying too high in Listed company on turf when last seen 10 weeks ago. Entitled to do better with sights lowered TFRHHHHI BHA87
2CARNIVAL OF LIGHT (GB) (14) 441 CD 4 10-1 (7)
Ch f Night of Thunder (IRE) - Endless Echoes (IRE)
Kingsley Park Owners Club
Oliver Stammers
Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Br GodolphinJohnston Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWClearly a late bloomer (cheap purchase given her pedigree), and she posted a much-improved effort to get off the mark over C&D last time Weighted to give another good account on handicap debut TFRHHHHI BHA84
3ORCHID (IRE) (62) 1054-60 C
B f Blue Point (IRE) - Dalkova
Highclere T’bred Racing - Nightingale
Br Tmcg Bloodstock
4 10-0 (4)
Jack Doughty
George Boughey, Newmarket
Highclere Thoroughbred Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWLow-mileage 4-y-o. Back on the all-weather (form figures of 211) for first time since completing a double in a 6f course handicap last spring Underlined she’s far from straightforward with a head-strong display at Carlisle in late May, though TFRHHHII BHA83
4TAROT (GB) (20) 2231-06
39-7 (1)
Ch f Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Astrologer Sean Dylan Bowen
Cheveley Park Stud Roger Varian, Newmarket
Br Cheveley Park Stud LimitedCheveley Park Stud Limited
TIMEFORMVIEW Fairly useful filly who made all in 6f Kempton novice last October. Hasn’t looked obviously well treated in a couple of handicap starts this season Does at least benefit from drop back down in grade. TFRHHHII BHA83
5CALLAHAN (GB) (153) 321-00 D 3 9-6(5)
Ch f Lope Y Fernandez (IRE) - Miss Bunter
J Melville and A Mehrad
Br Bumble Bloodstock Limited
Cieren Fallon
James Owen, Newmarket
TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful winner of Kempton novice at third time of asking last October. Best not judged too harshly on her couple of starts in Meydan over the winter. Should find this a more realistic assignment on handicap bow, provided excellent yard has her ready to roll TFRHHHII BHA82
6BELLA BISBEE (GB) (9) 431502 CD 5 9-3(6)
B m Muhaarar - Sterling Sound (USA) Christian Howarth (3) Amphitheatre Racing Limited Scott Dixon, Rolleston
Br Fiona Gordon
TIMEFORMVIEW 5-y-o mare has stood plenty of racing and looked as good as ever when nearly landing a third 7f handicap success of the year at Lingfield last time Repeat performance should see her go close again. TFRHHHHI BHA72 (+1)
7INSIDE STORY (IRE) (45) 210-540 39-3 (2)
B f Siyouni (FR) - Second Glance (IRE) Silvestre De Sousa Mr Saeed Manana James Tate, Newmarket
TIMEFORMVIEWProduced a fair effort when winning on the all-weather at Chantilly in December for Waldemar Hickst. Clearly wasn’t 100% on stable debut/return from 11 weeks off at Newmarket (6f) earlier this month. TFRHHIII BHA71
9GHISA (IRE) (43) 110-003 C D
B f Belardo (IRE) - Ad Dahna
Daniel MacAuliffe & Anoj Don
3 9-1(8)
Daniel Muscutt
Charlie Fellowes, Newmarket
Br Kildaragh Stud Class1Personnel
TIMEFORMVIEWCourse winner on debut (6f) before following up at Southwell (7f) for previous yard last autumn Looks to be back on the up for current stable, again not getting the rub of the green when third on handicap bow/return at Southwell (6f) last month May well resume winning ways. TFRHHHHH BHA77
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
Hood worn by No. 4, 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1.
Stewards Note:
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FOURTH RACE 3.45
ONE MILE ABOUT 142 YARDS [8F ABT 142YDS] FOR THREE YRS OLD
THE THANK YOU, JANE BROAD, FOR ALL YOUR SUPPORT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund
£7600 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3138, 2nd £1569, 3rd £784, 4th £392, 5th £196. (Penalty Value £3977.84) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): R Hughes (46 wins from 238 runners, 19%) runs YES WALIIM TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Beckett (7 wins from 51 runners, 14%) runs THE STONE POWER LONGEST TRAVELLER: LILLIE MARGOT trained by J O’Keeffe, Leyburn, 150 miles.
This should be run to suit HIGHLAND SHAH, who’s fancied to resume winning ways over a longer trip Improving Suggy is feared most, while India Gold’s most recent form puts her right in the mix.
Ch f Cotai Glory - Bourbon Edition (USA)
Silvestre De Sousa Duaij Al Khalifa & Ahmad Al Qassimi Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket
Br Edition Farm & Spruce Lane Farm Gainsborough Thoroughbreds Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWImproved form when runner-up on handicap bow at Southwell. Backed that up when close third on turf debut at Newbury (1m) last time Contests same grade on return to the all-weather but now 3lb higher in the weights TFRHHHII BHA74
9-9(1)
B f Starman - Nurse Dee (IRE)
Luke Morris HPB Racing - Stigliano
Tom Clover, Newmarket
Br Tally-Ho Stud HPB Management Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWConfirmed debut promise when successful in 7f course maiden in April. Fared best of those held up when 5 1/2 lengths fifth in similar event to this at Southwell last time. Probably vulnerable off an unchanged mark. TFRHHHII BHA74
3 LILLIE MARGOT (GB) (26) 30-0213 9-8(6)
B or Br f Kameko (USA) - Diamonds Pour Moi Jack Doughty
Caron & Paul Chapman
Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn
Br The Diamonds Pour Moi Partnership Jedd O’Keeffe Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWConfirmed the promise of her handicap debut second when going one better at Nottingham (1m) last month. Since finished 4 1/4 lengths third (behind Lightning Glory) at Southwell and may again have to settle for minor honours. TFRHHHII BHA73
4 LEXINGTON EXPRESS (IRE) (27) 121140 CD 9-7(11)
B f Prince of Lir (IRE) - Bean Uasal (IRE)
Middleham Park Racing LXI
NON-RUNNER
Marco Botti, Newmarket
Br Philip & Orla Hore Middleham Park Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWFront runner who won 3 times on all-weather this spring (twice at this course). Did too much too soon on turf at Beverley last time Probably too high in the weights on return to her favoured surface TFRIIIII BHA72
5 SUGGY (GB) (25) 022-101 CD
Br c Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Hunterwali
Mr D J M Rees
Br Redgate Bloodstock
9-7(7)
Daniel Muscutt
Charles Hills, Lambourn
Wishanger Estates Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive sort Well placed off an ordinary gallop when decisively making it 2 wins from 3 starts in a C&D handicap last time Entitled to go close despite a 7lb rise TFRHHHHI BHA72
6 ALWAYS BLUE (GB) (53) 254 9-7(10)
Ch f Masar (IRE) - Tahneed (IRE)
James Rowsell and John Norbury
Br Ashbrittle Stud
Sean Dylan Bowen
Harriet Bethell, Arnold
Ashbrittle Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a bright start when runner-up at Ripon prior to finishing fifth in solid York novice. Well held on softer ground at Carlisle subsequently Could be worth a chance to confirm previous promise on handicap/all-weather debut TFRHHHII BHA72
7HIGHLAND SHAH (FR) (22) 43-413
B g Persian King (IRE) - Troiecat (FR)
Stuart Boyd & Niall O’Keeffe
9-6(2)
Cieren Fallon
Julie Camacho, Malton
Br Mr Gerard Rollain David Roberts & Partners Insurance Brokers Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWOvercame a troubled passage to make a successful start in handicaps at Musselburgh (7f) last month. Did well to finish 2 1/2 lengths third (slowly away) at Doncaster 7f subsequently
1-2-3: 1.HIGHLAND SHAH (FR) 2.SUGGY 3.INDIA GOLD (IRE)
8THE STONE POWER (GB) (33) 23-304
B g Kingman - Queen Power (IRE)
King Power Racing Co Ltd
9-4(9)
Edward Greatrex
Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down
Br King Power Racing Co LtdKing Power International Co Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWGoing the right way for excellent connections. Attracted support when 1 length fourth (caught wide) over longer trip here (9.5f) latest. Respected, for all that form hasn’t worked out as well as expected TFRHHHII BHA69
9INDIA
GOLD (IRE) (48) 4316-02
B f Galileo Gold - One For June (IRE)
Paul.F & Keith.C
9-2(5)
Tyler Heard
Gay Kelleway, Newmarket
Br Mountarmstrong Stud Dodson and Horrell
TIMEFORMVIEWHadn’t been seen to best effect in couple of starts since winning a 7f Musselburgh maiden, and she got back on the up when 2 1/4 lengths second of 14 at Bath last month High on the shortlist with that form working out well TFRHHHHI BHA67
10 GOLDEN MABEL (GB) (20) 005006
B f Massaat (IRE) - Caledonian Gold
8-6(3)
Tom Kiely-Marshall (5)
Rogue Nations Lisa Williamson, Tarporley
Br Mr R. Heath
TIMEFORM VIEW Probably flattered when well-held sixth of 7 in Chester maiden (7f) latest and remains with little solid form to her name Usual hood goes back on TFRHIIII BHA57
11 YES WALIIM (IRE)
(38) 35-0604
B g Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Caelica (IRE)
Mr Richard Hughes
Br T. Stewart & J. Hanly
8-6(4)
Laura Coughlan (3)
Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn
Richard Hughes Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWHasn’t improved for the switch to handicaps as anticipated this season Wasn’t disgraced when beaten 4 3/4 lengths at Newbury (6f) latest. Worth a go over a longer trip (in first-time hood), his pedigree one of contrasts after all. TFRHHHII BHA57
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Hood worn first time by No. 11.
Hood worn by No. 6, 7, 10.
Stewards Note:
DECLARED RUNNERS 11
HIGHLAND SHAH: Following its run on 9/7/2026 it was reported that the horse jumped awkwardly from the stalls.
Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Suggy (GB), 11-2 Highland Shah (FR), 7-1 The Stone Power (GB), 8-1 Lightning Glory (IRE), 9-1 India Gold (IRE), 11-1 Lillie Margot (GB), 12-1 Always Blue (GB), 14-1 Constant Star (IRE), Yes Waliim (IRE), 150-1 Golden Mabel (GB)
1ST 3RD 2ND 4TH
FIFTH RACE 4.20
ONE MILE, FOUR FURLONGS ABOUT 51 YARDS [12F ABT 51YDS] FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE RACE & REST - WOLVERHAMPTON HOLIDAY
INN HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund £7600 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3138, 2nd £1569, 3rd £784, 4th £392, 5th £196. (Penalty Value £3977.84) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): I Williams (61 wins from 461 runners, 13%) runs JODHPUR BLUE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): Sir M Prescott (7 wins from 20 runners, 35%) runs ROC DE FER
LONGEST TRAVELLERS: JOSEPH trained by J Butler, MUCH trained by J Fanshawe, ROC DE FER trained by Sir M Prescott, all Newmarket, 125 miles.
ROC DE FER has been typically well campaigned by Sir Mark Prescott, and he can follow up last week’s success at Southwell Jodhpur Blue could be the one to chase him home if back in the form he showed over the spring, with Much a likely improver on handicap bow.
1-2-3: 1.ROC DE FER (IRE) 2.JODHPUR BLUE (FR) 3.MUCH
1JOSEPH (GB) (25) 120104
Ch g Earthlight (IRE) - Take A Deep Breath Jack Gilligan Adnan Bahbahani John Butler, Newmarket
Br Plantation Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWGained a second 1 1/4m win of 2026 (both at Lingfield) in cosy fashion in late April. Back to form when 4 lengths fourth in slightly better event here (9.5f) last time Longer trip may not be an issue if they go steady, though others probably better handicapped TFRHHIII BHA69
2JODHPUR BLUE (FR) (35) 232262 BF
5 10-1 (7)
B g Blue Point (IRE) - Sacred Path Edward Greatrex
Mr S. Mondair Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Br Daylesford StudHouse of Cavani
TIMEFORMVIEWClose runner-up 3 times on all-weather earlier in year, latterly when splitting fairly useful pair in this grade at Kempton in March. Never threatened to capitalise on lower turf mark on return at Newmarket (1 1/4m) latest Steadily-run 1 1/2m likely to prove within range, and he could well be in the mix. TFRHHHHI BHA69
3ROC DE FER (IRE) (4) 044-31
3 9-9 (in6lbex) (3)
B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Island Remede Luke Morris
Mr N Boyden and Mr C Harrold
Sir Mark Prescott Bt, Newmarket
Br Mrs Henrietta Egan AJN Steelstock Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWTypical Sir Mark Prescott improver. Relished the longer trip when much-improved winner at Southwell (11f) 4 days ago. Won with plenty in hand on that occasion and has strong claims to defy a 6-lb penalty TFRHHHHH BHA68
4LOUIE’S FOLLY (GB) (23) 4525-40
Ch f Nathaniel (IRE) - Souila (USA)
4 9-6(6)
Laura Coughlan (3)
Mr Myles Osborne Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br St Albans Bloodstock LLPBresBet
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest hurdler/exposed maiden on Flat Offered little on first run for new yard at Kempton (2m) last time Easy to look elsewhere TFRHIIII BHA60
5DARTMOUTH JET (GB) (71) 6-06
B g Dartmouth - Fire Jet (IRE)
Mr Clarence Bennie Robinson
Br Mary Mackie
59-5 (1)
Silvestre De Sousa
John Mackie, Church Broughton
John Mackie Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWFair bumper winner No impact in novice/maiden events in this sphere, latterly on qualifying run at Haydock in late May. Likely been campaigned with handicaps in mind and should do better off lowly opening mark given his ability in bumpers. TFRHHHII BHA59
6MUCH (GB) (52) 004
B or Br g Frankel - Seal of Approval
Mr T. R. G. Vestey
Br T. R. G. Vestey
39-4 (2)
Daniel Muscutt
James Fanshawe, Newmarket
TIMEFORMVIEWWell-bred son of Frankel Hasn’t landed a blow in trio of 1 1/4m events. Better expected now sent handicapping by capable yard following 7 weeks off (gelded in the interim) The longer trip very much a plus on breeding, too.
7FANS FAVOURITE (GB) (4) 00-3115 3 9-4(4)
B g Palace Pier - Starlet (IRE)
Whip and Dip Syndicate
Harry Davies
Hugo Palmer, Malpas
Br Lord Halifax Coral Racing Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWMuch improved when winning testing-ground handicaps at Lingfield/Ayr last month. Only got within 6 3/4 lengths of Roc de Fer when bidding
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 7.
Running for the first time since Gelding No. 6.
DECLARED RUNNERS 7
Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Roc de Fer (IRE), 9-2 Fans Favourite (GB), 5-1 Much (GB), 13-2 Jodhpur Blue (FR), Dartmouth Jet (GB), 12-1 Joseph (GB), 40-1 Louie’s Folly (GB)
THOROUGHBREDS
SIXTH RACE 4.55
ABOUT SIX FURLONGS [6F ABT 20YDS] FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE CAVANI FASHION FORWARD HANDICAP STAKES
(CLASS 4)
Total prize fund £10000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4129, 2nd £2065, 3rd £1032, 4th £516, 5th £258. (Penalty Value £5234) Weights lowered 3lb. SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): T Carroll (123 wins from 1233 runners, 10%) runs HK FOURTEEN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Clover (5 wins from 16 runners, 31%) runs ANGEL OF ANFIELD LONGEST TRAVELLER: BLINKY trained by A Brittain, Warthill, 138 miles.
AMERICAN STYLE has run well in some better contests from a higher mark and looks well treated to open his account for the season on the back of an encouraging recent effort. Course specialist King of Chaos heads the list of dangers from the consistent Papa Cocktail.
1.AMERICAN STYLE 2.KING OF CHAOS (IRE) 3.PAPA COCKTAIL (IRE)
B g Mehmas (IRE) - Second Generation
Hope Regan (7)
Melissa Cooke and Laurence Bellman Mark Loughnane, Kidderminster
Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWMissed the whole of last season but bounced back to his best when going close at 50/1 on second start for new yard at Kempton in May. Hasn’t repeated that in 2 starts since though TFRHHIII BHA82
2AMERICAN STYLE (GB) (17) 0-30063 D
Ch g Washington DC (IRE) - Dance On The Day (IRE)
Hambleton Racing Ltd XXXVIII
Harry Davies
Kevin Ryan, Hambleton
Br A. PlumbridgeHambleton Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWAdded to good record fresh when a close third at Ripon on reappearance. Below form next 3 starts before another close third from a much-reduced mark over C&D 17 days ago. Has to be taken seriously dropping back in grade. TFRHHHHH BHA81
3BLINKY (IRE) (26) 2-00044 C
Ch g Mehmas (IRE) - Goodnight And Joy (IRE)
Ryedale Racing
Br Paul McCartan
4 9-9(4)
Sean Dylan Bowen
Antony Brittain, Warthill
Asset Finance Solutions (UK) Ltd.
TIMEFORMVIEW Course winner who’s gone 14 runs since last win in 2025 Made frame last 2 starts at Chester and Southwell. Back up at 6f in a lesser grade but yard is a while without a win TFRHHHII BHA78
4PAPA COCKTAIL (IRE) (18) 220523 CD BF 7 9-9(10)
B g Churchill (IRE) - Anklet (IRE)
Ingram Racing
Edward Greatrex
Michael Herrington, Willoughton
Br Grangecon Holdings Ltd Stallard Kane Associates Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWReliable sort who is twice a C&D winner 7/2, creditable third of 12 in handicap at Windsor (6f, good to firm) 18 days ago. Has yet to win off a mark this high but no reason to think he can’t give his running again. TFRHHHHI BHA78
5MARIS ANGEL (GB) (59) 11113-6 CD 5 9-8(7)
B m Harry Angel (IRE) - Anqooda (USA)
Conor Whiteley (5)
Mr Graham Smith and Partner Fionn McSharry, Sheriff Hutton
Br Culworth Grounds Farm
TIMEFORM VIEW In tremendous form round here last year, winning 5 handicaps from September to December Shaped as if needing run when 8 lengths sixth to Rock Opera on return at Pontefract in June Interesting if market speaks in her favour TFRHHHII BHA77
6HK FOURTEEN (IRE) (7) 105-060 D 6 9-7(6)
Ch g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - French Flirt
Mr D. J. Oseman
Silvestre De Sousa
Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Br Castlehyde Stud Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWWon 3 times at 5f in 2025, latest at Bath with the cheekpieces on Wasn’t disgraced when eighth of 21 in handicap (50/1) at York (6f, good) just last week. Headgear goes back on for the first time this campaign. TFRHHHII BHA76 (-2)
7ANGEL OF ANFIELD (GB) (34) 2212-00 D 3 9-6(2)
B g Harry Angel (IRE) - American Endeavour (USA)
La Cuadra 14 Racing
Luke Morris
Tom Clover, Newmarket
Br The Gute Freunde Partnership Madesil Ltd, Global Equine Group
TIMEFORMVIEWOff the mark in 6f novice at Windsor last year and followed that with a good second on nursery bow at Kempton in October. Has yet to prove he’s trained this season and needs the hood to work
8HUGH (GB) (52) 420
Ch c Showcasing - La Puntalina (IRE)
J & A Young (Racing) Limited
Georgia Dobie
Clive Cox, Hungerford
Br Whitsbury Manor Stud Jayplas
TIMEFORMVIEWThrice-raced maiden whose best effort in novices came when second on the tapeta at Southwell in April. Not in the same form in heavy ground at Salisbury last time. Any positive market moves should be noted now tackling handicaps. TFRHHHII BHA79
9KING OF CHAOS (IRE) (14) 003101 CD 3 9-5(1)
Ch g Showcasing - Zeyran (IRE)
Quest Thoroughbreds - King Of Chaos
Br Ma Bloodstock
Cieren Fallon
Dylan Cunha, Newmarket
Retraining of Racehorses
TIMEFORMVIEWQuirky type who’s won 3 times this season, including twice over C&D from last 3 starts, latest in 12-runner handicap 2 weeks ago. Is now on a career-high mark and remains of interest round here TFRHHHHI BHA79
10 ANGEL LOVE (GB) (51) 231-00 CD 3 9-4(3)
B f Harry Angel (IRE) - Cupboard Love
Owners Group 132
Daniel Muscutt
Kevin Philippart de Foy, Newmarket
Br Owners Group 022Owners Group, KPF Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWJustified strong support when making all for a wide-margin success in maiden over C&D in November but is yet to fully fire in 2 handicaps this season Has some questions to answer now. TFRHHIII BHA78
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Hood worn first time by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 6.
DECLARED RUNNERS 10
Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Papa Cocktail (IRE), 9-2 American Style (GB), King of Chaos (IRE), 9-1 Blinky (IRE), 11-1 Angel Love (GB), 12-1 HK Fourteen (IRE), 14-1 Maris Angel (GB), 18-1 Hugh (GB), 20-1 Angel of Anfield (GB), 25-1 Moving Force (IRE)
ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS [5F ABT 21YDS] FOR THREE YRS OLD
SKY SPORTS RACING VIRGIN 512 CLASSIFIED STAKES (CLASS 6)
Total prize fund
£6200 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2560, 2nd £1280, 3rd £640, 4th £320, 5th £160. (Penalty Value £3245.08) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Shaw (29 wins from 349 runners, 8%) runs BUST A MOON TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): L Perratt (4 wins from 13 runners, 31%) runs SIXCOR LONGEST TRAVELLER: SIXCOR trained by L Perratt, East Kilbride, 275 miles.
1SIXCOR (GB) (4) 530531 CD
8 9-13 (6)
B g Sixties Icon - Roccor Tom Kiely-Marshall (5)
Linda Perratt Racing Linda Perratt, East Kilbride
Br D. D. & Mrs J. P. CleeNorth Allerton Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWModest gelding C&D winner who notched his first win of the season in 8-runner handicap at Ayr (5f, good to firm) 4 days ago. Has a very good chance of following up for a yard that’s suddenly hitting form
2BUST A MOON (GB) (60) 03006-0 D 4 9-9(5)
Ch g Rumble Inthejungle (IRE) - Dangerous Moonlite (IRE) Jack Gilligan
Mr J. Morris Derek Shaw, Sproxton
Br Janet Evans
TIMEFORMVIEWSole success came in seller at Beverley last May for David Evans. Off 8 months and on first run since leaving Ian McInnes, finished last of 11 in similar event over this C&D on return in June TFRHIIII BHA48
3CAPTAIN KINSELLA (GB) (14) 600450 D
Ch g Rajasinghe (IRE) - Cocabana
4
9-9(4)
George Bass
Andrew Bell and John Gallagher John Gallagher, Moreton-In-Marsh
Br R. C. Dollar & Hellwood Stud Farm Tote
TIMEFORMVIEW Seems to have lost his way this season and fared little better on recent run after 4 months off. The cheekpieces go back on and any positive market vibes need noting. TFRHHIII BHA45
4FANCY DANCER (GB) (24) 55-5005 C D 4 9-9(2)
Gr f Dandy Man (IRE) - Bedouin Dancer (IRE)
Luke Morris
Ruby Red Racing & Hayley Burton Hayley Burton, Newmarket
Br Plantation Stud Pula Aircraft Sales
TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time winner up to 6f for Ollie Sangster last season (including at this course). Turned in best effort of season when fifth of 9 in handicap at this course (6f) 24 days ago. Drops into classified company for the first time TFRHHHII BHA50
5HAPPIER (IRE) (10) 26-0406 D 6 9-9(1)
B m Profitable (IRE) - Joy For Life
Martin Keighley Racing Club
Jack Doughty
Martin Keighley, Cheltenham
Br Century Farms FBC Manby Bowdler
TIMEFORMVIEWA fair 5f/6f scorer during her time with Tim Easterby. Sharper for reappearance when fourth at Wetherby in June Failed to back that up both starts since and has the tongue strap discarded here. TFRHHIII BHA50 (-2)
6POETIC JACK (GB) (52) 544066
B g Peace Envoy (FR) - Suzi Spends (IRE)
69-9 (3)
Oliver Stammers
Mr R. Speakman Robert Cowell, Newmarket
Br Jack Speakman Robert Cowell Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest gelding who’s gone seventeen runs since last win in 2024. Shaped as if back in form when beaten just 1 3/4 lengths in similar event at Brighton last month. TFRHHHII BHA44
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Hood worn by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 3, 6.
First Race 2.00 - THE attheraces.com/marketmovers MAIDEN FILLIES’ 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 maiden three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only. Enter by noon, July 25th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 29th. Weights: 3-y-o 9st 2lb; 4-y-o and up 9st 9lb. Wolverhampton Racecourse will award £25 to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 19 entries at £50. - Closed July 25th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £4267; Second £2133; Third £1067; Fourth £533. (Penalty Value £5400) SS
SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 2.35 - THE GET RACEDAY READY 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, 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. July 29th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 4lb
Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 9lb Penalties, after July 18th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Wolverhampton Racecourse will award £25 to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 20 entries at £38. - Closed July 25th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3138; Second £1569; Third £784; Fourth £392; Fifth £196. (Penalty Value £3977.84) 4 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS
SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 3.10 - THE CALL 01902 390016 TO NAME A RACE FILLIES’ 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 and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 66-85 (also open to such horses rated 86 and 87; such horses rated 65 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 66 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 65 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 29th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 4lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 9lb Penalties, after July 18th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Wolverhampton Racecourse will award £25 to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 20 entries at £50. - Closed July 25th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) SS
SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 3.45 - THE THANK YOU, JANE BROAD, FOR ALL YOUR SUPPORT 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 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. July 29th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after July 18th, 2026, for each race won 6lb. WOLVERHAMPTON RACECOURSE will award £25 to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 20 entries at £38. - Closed July 25th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £3138; Second £1569; Third £784; Fourth £392; Fifth £196. (Penalty Value £3977.84) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 4.20 - THE RACE & REST - WOLVERHAMPTON HOLIDAY INN 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, 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. July 29th. 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 5lb Penalties, after July 18th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Wolverhampton Racecourse will award £25 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. 17 entries at £38. - Closed July 25th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3138; Second £1569; Third £784; Fourth £392; Fifth £196. (Penalty Value £3977.84) SS
SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 4.55 - THE CAVANI FASHION FORWARD 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 and upwards, 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. July 29th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 3-y-o 8st 4lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 9lb Penalties, after July 18th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. CAVANI award £25 to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 20 entries at £50. - Closed July 25th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) Weights lowered 3lb SS SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 5.25 - THE SKY SPORTS RACING VIRGIN 512 CLASSIFIED 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 three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-50. Enter by noon, July 25th and pay £31 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 29th. Weights: 3-y-o 9st 5lb; 4-y-o and up 9st 9lb Penalties, after July 18th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 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. SKY SPORTS RACING will award £25 to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 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). 14 entries at £31. - Closed July 25th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2560; Second £1280; Third £640; Fourth £320; Fifth £160. (Penalty Value £3245.08) SS SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.
