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David
Ideson
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
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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 4.15
ONE MILE ABOUT 142 YARDS [8F ABT 142YDS] FOR NOVICE THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS FILLIES AND MARES THE READ MEG NICHOLLS’ BLOG AT
EBF FILLIES’ NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (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): J Owen (47 wins from 232 runners, 20%) runs LARAVIE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Owen (8 wins from 43 runners, 19%) runs LARAVIE LONGEST TRAVELLER: AURELUNE trained by R Fahey, Malton, 145 miles.
An interesting novice can go the way of DEFINE, who sets a clear standard on her Gowran form, though well-bred pair Estissa and Palace Artois are both expected to improve from their respective debuts. 1-2-3:
1.DEFINE (IRE) 2.ESTISSA 3.PALACE ARTOIS
1 LARAVIE (IRE) (7) 04
B m Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Lohort Castle (IRE)
Mason Paetel (5)
Laravie Partnership James Owen, Newmarket
Br Mrs Caitriona Cronin Beame Racing Welfare
TIMEFORM VIEW Sans Frontieres mare is a fair 4-timer hurdle winner for current yard but looks to be being campaigned with handicaps in mind in this sphere. TFRHHIII BHA-
2 ALICE DE CLARE (IRE) (14) 00
B f Space Blues (IRE) - Elegant Maxime (FR)
Mr Paul Whight
3 8-11 (9)
Jack Doughty
James Fanshawe, Newmarket
Br Deerpark Stud My Racing Manager Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Space Blues filly showed a bit more than on debut when seventh of 9 in course novice latest but Estissa sure to be the yard’s leading hope TFRHHIII BHA-
3 AURELUNE (IRE) (51) 5
3 8-11 (1)
B f Ghaiyyath (IRE) - Queen of Carthage (USA) Cam Hardie
Sheikh Hamed Dalmook Al Maktoum
Br Suroben Ltd & Summerhill B’Stock
Richard Fahey, Malton
TIMEFORM VIEW 155,000 gns yearling, Ghaiyyath filly. Half-sister to 3 winners, including very smart 2-y-o 6f winner Lucky Vega Needed the experience when last of 5 on debut at Newcastle in January and should improve TFRHHHII BHA-
4 DEFINE (IRE) (184) 04-
B f Lope de Vega (IRE) - Roystonia (IRE)
Miss A. H. Marshall
Br Hamwood Stud Unlimited Company
3 8-11 (3)
Callum Shepherd
George Scott, Newmarket
TIMEFORMVIEW Lope De Vega filly improved from debut when fourth of 8 (under-hands-and-heels ride) at Gowran in September Has since left Ger Lyons and replication of that form may see her make a winning stable/all-weather debut TFRHHHHH BHA-
5 ESTISSA (GB) (98) 3-
3 8-11 (2)
B f Dubawi (IRE) - Audarya (FR) Oisin Murphy
Mrs A. M. Swinburn
James Fanshawe, Newmarket
Br Mrs A. M. Swinburn Pegasus Stables LLP
TIMEFORMVIEWDubawi filly. Dam 1m-1 1/4m winner for same connections, including Breeders’ Cup Filly and Mare Turf Not unduly punished when third of 10 in 1m Lingfield novice in December and she’s expected to improve with Oisin Murphy taking over in the saddle TFRHHHHI BHA-
6 GOLDEN MABEL (GB) (-)
B f Massaat (IRE) - Caledonian Gold
3 8-11 (8)
Sean Kirrane
Mrs Lisa Williamson Lisa Williamson, Tarporley
Br Mr R. Heath
TIMEFORM VIEW Massaat filly. Dam placed numerous times at 6f/7f. Wears hood for debut and looks an unlikely winner TFRHHIII BHA-
7 KORBUT (GB) (-)
3 8-11 (7)
B f Study of Man (IRE) - Frolova Luke Morris
Cheveley Park Stud Sir Mark Prescott Bt, Newmarket
Br Cheveley Park Stud Limited Cheveley Park Stud Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWStudy of Man filly. Dam unraced half-sister tovery smart 6f/7f winner Good Guess, won Prix Jean Prat,andherself granddaughter of 1000Guineas winner Russian Rhythm Well worth a market check on pedigree, though probably a handicap project given her yard’s track record TFRHHHII BHA-
8
MAID ON THE SHELF (GB) (-)
Ch f Pinatubo (IRE) - Maid For Winning (USA)
Kingsley Park Owners Club
3 8-11 (6)
Sean Dylan Bowen
Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Br Boyce Bloodstock & Mrs C. E. Percival Johnston Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW55,000 gns foal, 68,000 gns yearling, Pinatubo filly Half-sister to numerous winners, including smart winner up to 1m Hors de Combat, useful 2-y-o 6f winner Yourtimeisnow. Dam lightly-raced half-sister to US Grade 1 9f winner Stroll Worth noting for support on racecourse bow. TFRHHHII BHA-
9 PALACE
ARTOIS
(GB) (182) 0-
B f Palace Pier - Intricately (IRE)
Mike and Michelle Morris
3 8-11 (10)
Cieren Fallon
William Haggas, Newmarket
Br Michelle Morris The Injured Jockeys Fund
TIMEFORMVIEW Palace Pier filly. Dam, 2-y-o 7f (Moyglare Stud Stakes) winner and fourth in Irish 1000 Guineas. Green but still finished ahead of a couple of subsequent winners when seventh of 12 in 7f Leicester maiden in September. Should do better upped in trip TFRHHHHI BHA-
10 REGATTA (IRE) (28) 0-5
B f St Mark’s Basilica (FR) - Wind Chimes
Highclere Thoroughbred Racing - Poplar
Br Wind Chimes Syndicate
3 8-11 (5)
Jonny Peate
James Ferguson, Newmarket
Highclere Thoroughbred Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW €120,000 St Mark’s Basilica filly ran to a similar level as on debut when fifth of 9 in C&D maiden and looks one for handicaps. TFRHHIII BHA-
2025: QUEEN ALL STAR (IRE) 3 9 7 David Probert 11-4 (Jack Channon) 7 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Hood worn first time by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 10.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Estissa (GB), 3-1 Define (IRE), 9-2 Palace Artois (GB), 15-2 Maid On The Shelf (GB), 12-1 Korbut (GB), 14-1 Aurelune (IRE), 33-1 Regatta (IRE), 66-1 Laravie (IRE), Golden Mabel (GB), 100-1 Alice de Clare (IRE)
SECOND RACE 4.50
SEVEN FURLONGS ABOUT 36 YARDS [7F ABT 36YDS] FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE BETMGM SUPPORTS SAFER
GAMBLING
HANDICAP 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 (118 wins from 1197 runners, 10%) runs NEPTUNE LEGEND TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): F O’Brien (7 wins from 43 runners, 16%) runs FASTER BEE
WEIGHTWATCHER: ZU RUN won off a handicap mark of 62, his rating is now down 7lb to 55. LONGEST TRAVELLER: NO NAY NEVERMIND trained by I Jardine, Carrutherstown, 205 miles.
The most appealing option is FISTRAL BEACH, who has been in good heart of late and perhaps the fitting of cheekpieces will help eke out a bit more. No Nay Nevermind would have a chance if able to get back on track and he is next on the list ahead of Sioux Warrior.
TIMEFORMVIEWNotched second C&D success February. Respectable third of 8 back here off this mark 10 days ago and she will be a danger to all if the first-time cheekpieces have the desired effect TFRHHHHH BHA55
2 ZU RUN (GB) (10) 060-005
B g Zoustar (AUS) - Bewitchment
Melissa Cooke
Billy Loughnane
Mark Loughnane, Kidderminster
Br The Bewitchment Partnership TMC Distribution Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner in October 2024 and scored off a 9lb higher mark on turf last spring However, he’s proved more miss than hit in recent months and others make more appeal TFRHHIII BHA55
3 SIOUX WARRIOR (IRE) (19) 300-565 5 9-8 (5)
B g Sioux Nation (USA) - Knock Stars (IRE) Hollie Doyle
Goodwin’s & Partner Adrian Wintle, Westbury-On-Severn
Br Pier House Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Creditable fifth of 12 in handicap at Kempton (6f) 19 days ago and shapes as though stepping up to this trip may be a good move Not without each-way hope TFRHHHII BHA54
4 NO
NAY
NEVERMIND (IRE) (45) 522-056 4 9-7 (10)
Ch f No Nay Never (USA) - Zain Art (IRE)
Mark Winn
S Jones, L Donaldson & K Elliott Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
Br Lynch Bages & Camas Park Stud
Iain Jardine Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWRemains winless following 17 attempts and wasn’t at his best when sixth of 11 over this C&D last time On the upside, a reproduction of his efforts at Newcastle in November/December would put him in the picture TFRHHHHI BHA53
5 NEPTUNE LEGEND (IRE) (28) 55-0006 C D
9-7 (7)
B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Kate The Great Rossa Ryan
Mr N Sfrantzis Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Br Airlie Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful here in November but has found life tougher since and probably worth taking on this first start since rejoining former yard TFRHHIII BHA53
6 FASTER BEE (GB) (12) 0-55120 CD
5 9-6 (9)
B g Time Test - Sweet As Honey Gina Mangan
The Yes No Wait Sorries Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br Philip Mitchell Bloodstock BresBet
TIMEFORM VIEW Finally opened his account over C&D last month but failed by a long chalk to reproduce that form at Southwell recently Looks vulnerable
7 BLUE JAY WAY (GB) (140) 500110- CD
B g Sixties Icon - Dark Blue (IRE)
TFRHHHII BHA52
6 9-6 (4)
Sean Kirrane J R Racing John David Riches, Pilling
Br Savoch Oaks J R Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in October but could finish only eighth of 12 back here the following month and absent since
TFRHHHII BHA52
1-2-3:
8
KOGE (GB) (13) 3400-00
Ch g New Bay - Permission
9-6 (8)
Sean Dylan Bowen
Mr Naser Buresli John Butler, Newmarket
Br Julia Scott, J.F. Dean & Lady Trenchard
TIMEFORMVIEWLooks very limited judged on the available evidence, with the addition of cheekpieces (retained) failing to spark any improvement here (9.5f) 13 days ago.
9
HANNAH’S RETURN (GB) (25) 1/650-03 CD 7 9-1 (1)
B m Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Hannahs Turn
Luke Morris
Mr K. Clarke Gary Brown, Swindon
Br K W Sneath
TIMEFORMVIEWTwice a winner here, including over C&D, and she was a creditable third of 10 in a minor event with blinkers enlisted (retained) at Chelmsford (6f) 25 days ago. Still, no more than an each-way chance TFRHHHII BHA47
10 TWILIGHT POPPY (GB) (27)
B f Twilight Son - Poppy Jag (IRE)
Cam Hardie
Miss J. Jones Kevin Frost, Newark
Br Julie Jones Kevin Frost Racing TIMEFORM VIEW Record stands at 0-14 and it’s easy enough to look elsewhere. TFRHIIII BHA42
DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Blinkers worn first time by No. 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1. Blinkers worn by No. 9. Visor worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8.
Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Fistral Beach (IRE), 11-2 Sioux Warrior (IRE), 6-1 No Nay Nevermind (IRE), 7-1 Faster Bee (GB), 8-1 Blue Jay Way (GB), 11-1 Hannah’s Return (GB), 14-1 Zu Run (GB), 20-1 Neptune Legend (IRE), 100-1 Twilight Poppy (GB), 150-1 Koge (GB)
NOTICES
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
THIRD RACE 5.25
SEVEN FURLONGS ABOUT 36 YARDS [7F ABT 36YDS] FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE BETMGM SUPPORTS SAFER
GAMBLING
HANDICAP 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): R Carr (37 wins from 300 runners, 12%) runs BAD HABITS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Wintle (2 wins from 12 runners, 17%) runs REVICH LONGEST TRAVELLER: BERNIE THE BEAR trained by L Perratt, East Kilbride, 275 miles.
ROMANOVICH and Revich both appeal in this grade, the former narrowly preferred with Billy Loughnane in the saddle for the first time
1 MOLLY MARINE (IRE) (26) 056
B f U S Navy Flag (USA) - Bequia (IRE)
George Bass
Mr N. Walker-Webb Jack Jones, Newmarket
Br J. Hernon
TIMEFORMVIEW Daughter of U S Navy Flag cost 3,000 gns as a foal and again couldn’t match her modest debut form when last of 6 in novice (150/1) at Lingfield Starts life in handicaps from a lowly base, though TFRHHHII BHA55
2 REVICH (IRE) (34) 0343-56 D
10 9-8 (3)
Br g Requinto (IRE) - Kathleen Rafferty (IRE) Hollie Doyle
Mrs P. Goodwin
Adrian Wintle, Westbury-On-Severn
Br Mr T. Jones Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWEases further in grade having finished sixth of 8 in 1m1 1/2f handicap here last time. He should get a stronger gallop dropped in trip and the booking of Hollie Doyle is a notable positive. TFRHHHHI BHA54
3 ROMANOVICH (IRE) (28) 36-6505 C D 7 9-8 (5)
Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - My Favourite Thing Billy Loughnane
Mrs S M Maine & Mr Roger Gould John O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn
Br Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWAttracted support dropped into this grade for first time in a while and wasn’t disgraced, finishing fifth of 10 over C&D (having been short of room home turn) May do even better with Billy Loughnane taking over. TFRHHHHH BHA54
4 BUNGLE BAY (IRE) (20) 6010-00 CD 7 9-7 (7)
B g Bungle Inthejungle - Jenny’s Dancer Joe Leavy
Mrs J. Evans James Evans, Kinnersley
Br Mr Michael Burke The Little Jet Company Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWA five-time C&D winner, but he failed to come on for his reappearance run when tenth of 11 over C&D last time (weakening when badly hampered inside final furlong) TFRHHIII BHA53
5 CHARMING FELLOW (GB) (21) 0326-00
9-7 (4)
B g Charming Thought - Lulea Dylan Hogan
Mrs Shelley Tucker Partnership Joe Ponting, Wotton-Under-Edge
Br William Prosser
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to beat a rival in 2 starts for new yard, though does at least have a more experienced jockey in the saddle this time. TFRHHIII BHA53
6 BAD HABITS (IRE) (10) 432440 CD 4 9-6 (8)
B g Kodiac - Key To Power James Sullivan
Mrs Ruth A. Carr Ruth Carr, Stillington
Br Tally-Ho Stud William Hill
TIMEFORM VIEW Had been knocking on the door in similar C&D events prior to a disappointing run here last time and he’s probably worth another chance in refitted headgear TFRHHHII BHA52
7 SCARLET WIDOW (IRE) (14) 20000-0 4 9-6 (1)
B f Showcasing - Alf Guineas (IRE) Kieran O’Neill
Mike Harris Racing & Nikki Evans Racing Nikki Evans, Abergavenny
Br Shane & Alex Power Radnor Hills
TIMEFORMVIEWMaiden changed hands for only £1,000 having lost way for Eddie & Patrick Harty in Ireland last year and though she may have needed the run on stable debut here, it’s hardly a positive that cheekpieces go on so quickly. TFRHHIII BHA52
B g Kodiac - Bungee Jump (IRE)
Ms Michelle Harris
Br Tally-Ho Stud
Edward Greatrex
Grace Harris, Shirenewton
TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark at the eighteenth attempt in C&D classified stakes but found life tougher back in handicap when fifth of 10 here last time
9 BERNIE THE BEAR (IRE) (13) 060234 CD
Ch g Elzaam (AUS) - Raeseeya
Jackton Racing Club
HHIII BHA51
Rhys Clutterbuck
Linda Perratt, East Kilbride
Br Mrs Marion Ryan North Allerton Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW On a long losing run but managed to hit the frame for third consecutive race when fourth in a classified stakes here last time TFRHHHII BHA46
£9500 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £3923, 2nd £1962, 3rd £980, 4th £490. (Penalty Value £4972.30) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): G Boughey (76 wins from 442 runners, 17%) runs WATERFORD CASTLE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): C Johnston (3 wins from 22 runners, 14%) runs BORN A STAR LONGEST TRAVELLER: BORN A STAR trained by C Johnston, Middleham, 140 miles.
This looks a good opportunity for WATERFORD CASTLE to go one better than he did on stable debut here. Gorey Gold is the most exposed of the quartet but still makes some appeal upped in trip, while it’s probably too soon to dismiss Laureate Crown.
B g Victor Ludorum - Petit Trianon Oisin Murphy
Mrs Fitri Hay Hugo Palmer, Malpas
Br Select Bloodstock Ltd JMH Group
TIMEFORMVIEWFlying too high in Group 2 and Group 3 following debut success at Ascot, and though disappointing when last seen on nursery debut at Doncaster in September, he could bounce back on return having been gelded TFRHHHII BHA87
2 GOREY GOLD (IRE) (12) 324-104
Ch g Galileo Gold - Columbia Kid (IRE)
Rob Hornby Portlee Bloodstock
Jonathan Portman, Upper Lambourn
Br Miss S. Von Schilcher Pump Technology Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful sort shaped as if back in form (under an inefficient ride) when fourth of 7 at Southwell (7f) last time and looks well worth a try over this longer trip TFRHHHHI BHA84
3 WATERFORD CASTLE (IRE) (28) 306-2 BF 9-2 (4)
Ch g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Deise Blue (IRE)
Aura Racing & Teme Valley
Br Thomas Hassett
Billy Loughnane
George Boughey, Newmarket
TIMEFORMVIEW €190,000 son of Sea The Stars found improvement on return/first start since leaving Ralph Beckett (gelded in the interim), finishing second behind a next-time-out winner at this track (7f) Similar performance may take this, and he could even improve upped in trip TFRHHHHH BHA78
4 BORN A STAR
(IRE) (164) 0410-
B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Peace Royale (GER)
9-1 (1)
Connor Beasley Future Champions, P Moorhead & Partner
Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Br Narola LLC Johnston Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Made all over 7f at Musselburgh in August. Well beaten in sales race at York in October, though, and has been gelded prior to this handicap debut (steps up in trip). TFRHHIII BHA77
2025: KATE O’RILEY 3 9 3 Hector Crouch 5-4 (Michael Bell) 4 ran
Running for the first time since Gelding No. 1, 4.
Stewards Note:
DECLARED RUNNERS 4
LAUREATE CROWN: Following its run on 11/9/2025 it was reported that the horse ran too free and hung right.
Probable S.P’s: 8-13 Waterford Castle (IRE), 4-1 Laureate Crown (IRE), 7-1 Gorey Gold (IRE), 9-1 Born A Star (IRE)
FIFTH RACE 6.30
ONE MILE, ONE FURLONG ABOUT 104 YARDS [9F ABT 104YDS] FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS FILLIES AND MARES
THE BET £10 GET £40 WITH BETMGM FILLIES’ 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): S Dixon (50 wins from 766 runners, 7%) runs BELLA BISBEE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Owen (8 wins from 43 runners, 19%) runs LITTLE MISS INDIA
WEIGHTWATCHER: BELLA BISBEE won off a handicap mark of 71, her rating is now down 6lb to 65. LONGEST TRAVELLER: SAMRA STAR trained by L Perratt, East Kilbride, 275 miles.
ROSE COTTON looked like one to keep on side when making a successful handicap debut over C&D in January and, with the promise of better to come, she shouldn’t have too much trouble in dealing with this 6lb higher mark. Samra Star gets the nod for forecast purposes, given that Little Miss India came up short off this mark on Saturday and Bella Bisbee is not certain to be suited by this step up in trip
1 ROSE COTTON (GB) (55) 630-1 CD
Ch f New Bay - Aim To Please (FR)
Hasmonean Racing, C Fahy and Marchants
Jack Mitchell
Tom Clover, Newmarket
Br Coverdale Stud T Clover Racing Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWPromising type who found some improvement when striking on her handicap debut over C&D 55 days ago. Admittedly had the run of things on that occasion but she did the job well nonetheless and is bred to go on progressing. TFRHHHHH BHA75
2 LITTLE MISS INDIA (IRE) (2) 35-0214 C BF
B m Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Kerry Gal (IRE)
Hicky Parmar Racing II
9-3 (1)
Ashley Lewis (5)
James Owen, Newmarket
Br Fermoir Ltd Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Quirky sort who doubled her tally when scoring over 1 1/2m here on penultimate start. However, she was held off this 4lb higher mark at Southwell on Saturday TFRHHHII BHA69
3 BELLA BISBEE (GB) (21) 24-2605 C
5 8-13 (3)
B m Muhaarar - Sterling Sound (USA) Kieran O’Neill
Amphitheatre Racing Limited Scott Dixon, Rolleston
Br Fiona Gordon
TIMEFORM VIEW Regained the winning thread here (7f) in December but operating below her best of late and couldn’t be sure that this step up in trip is what she wants.
4 SAMRA STAR (IRE) (13) 0-00164 CD
B m Magna Grecia (IRE) - Bint Samraan
Paul Corrigan & Natasha Corrigan
TFRHHHII BHA65
5 8-8 (2)
Tom Kiely-Marshall (5)
Linda Perratt, East Kilbride
Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited McGoldrick’s Pool & Sports Bar
TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner last month and performed with credit when fourth of 9 back here 13 days ago. 2lb lower now and she’s entitled to have a say.
5 MAYWEDANCE (IRE) (21) 010-450
TFRHHHII BHA60
4 8-5 (4)
B f Mehmas (IRE) - Struck By The Moon Aiden Brookes Mr Aleem Kanji John O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn
Br Ringfort Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful at Kempton in November but that’s her sole win from 17 starts and she failed to beat a rival home on debut for this yard here 3 weeks ago.
2025: GREEN TEAM (FR) 6 9 13 Billy Loughnane 9-4 (Ian Williams) 6 ran
Hood worn by No. 2, 4.
TFRHHIII BHA57
RUNNERS 5
Probable S.P’s: 6-5 Rose Cotton (GB), 4-1 Little Miss India (IRE), 9-2 Bella Bisbee (GB), 11-2 Samra Star (IRE), 18-1 Maywedance (IRE)
1-2-3: 1.ROSE COTTON 2.SAMRA STAR (IRE) 3.LITTLE MISS INDIA (IRE)
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SIXTH RACE 7.00
ONE MILE, ONE FURLONG ABOUT 104 YARDS [9F ABT 104YDS] FOR NOVICE THREE, FOUR AND FIVE YRS OLD
THE MIDNITE A NEXT GENERATION BETTING APP RESTRICTED NOVICE
(CLASS 4) (FOR HORSES IN BANDS C AND D) (GBB
RACE)
STAKES
Total prize fund £10000 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £4267, 2nd £2133, 3rd £1067, 4th £533. (Penalty Value £5400) Weights raised 5lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): I Williams (61 wins from 459 runners, 13%) runs N’ION TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Balding (7 wins from 19 runners, 37%) runs HARD TO BELIEVE & THUNDER GODDESS LONGEST TRAVELLERS: ROOM FOURTEEN trained by J Fanshawe, ASTROLOGICAL trained by M Botti, CLARISSA ECLIPSE trained by D M Simcock, all Newmarket, 125 miles.
HARD TO BELIEVE and Room Fourteen should both improve for this step up in trip, with preference for the former who got the better of a next-time-out winner when scoring at Bath on the second of his 2 starts as a juvenile. Newcomer Clarissa Eclipse is worth a second look in the betting.
B g Make Believe - Heat of The Day Oisin Murphy
Jayar Investments & Mrs L E Ramsden Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
Br Godolphin Tattersalls
TIMEFORMVIEWPromising type who built on his encouraging debut when landing a 10-runner Bath novice (1m, good) in October, seeing off a subsequent winner More to come stepping up in trip and he’s the one to beat TFRHHHHH BHA77
2 ASTROLOGICAL (GB) (-) (2lb)
3 9-0 (2)
Ch c Nathaniel (IRE) - Indicia Hollie Doyle
Hold Your Horses Racing & Partner
Br Jonathan Mitchell
Marco Botti, Newmarket
Marco Botti Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW 6,000 gns half-brother to 9f/1 1/4m winner Chourmo. Yard’s newcomers typically come on for a run and it’s likely that this colt will do just that TFRHHIII BHA-
3 N’ION (FR) (21) (2lb) 0
B g Le Brivido (FR) - Ponte Sanangelo (FR)
3 9-0 (5)
Sean Dylan Bowen
Mrs Julia Rayment Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Br Mr Thierry De La Heronniere Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWLittle impact on debut at Kempton 3 weeks ago and probably more one for handicaps later on TFRHIIII BHA-
4 CLARISSA ECLIPSE (GB) (-)
3 8-11 (4)
Ch f Sea The Moon (GER) - Clara Luna (IRE) Luke Morris
S. & A. Mares & Partner David Simcock, Newmarket
Br Morris Racing Limited
TIMEFORMVIEW Sea The Moon filly. Half-sister to useful French/US 8.5f/9.5f winner Colonia, including US Grade 3 event, and French 11.4f winner Edestriav. One to note in the betting. TFRHHHII BHA-
5 ROOM FOURTEEN (GB) (111) 603- 3 8-11 (1)
B f Without Parole - Loving Dash
Edward Greatrex
Mr Des Thurlby James Fanshawe, Newmarket
Br John D. Gunther & Ttr Bloodstock Tattersalls
TIMEFORMVIEWAppears to be getting the hang of things judged on her latest effort at Lingfield (1m) where she put in good late work to finish third in an 11-runner maiden, without being knocked about. Improvement likely now faced with a stiffer test TFRHHHII BHA66
6 THUNDER GODDESS (GB) (18) (2lb) 6 3 8-9 (6)
B f Lightning Spear - Cape Victoria Nicola Currie Kingsclere Racing Club
Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
Br Kingsclere Stud Kingsclere Stud
TIMEFORMVIEW Easy to back ahead of her debut sixth in a 7-runner maiden at Lingfield (1m) 18 days ago. Hard To Believe is clearly the stable No 1 and this filly will probably be better off in handicaps further down the line TFRHHIII BHA2025: MR BALOO (IRE) 4 9 6 Joe Leavy 13-8 (Richard Hannon) 8 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 6
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ABOUT SIX FURLONGS [6F ABT 20YDS] FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE MAKE THE MOVE TO MIDNITE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV I)
Total prize fund
£6000 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £2477, 2nd £1239, 3rd £619, 4th £310, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3140.40) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): T Carroll (118 wins from 1197 runners, 10%) runs MIDNIGHT CALL TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Carroll (6 wins from 38 runners, 16%) runs MIDNIGHT CALL
WEIGHTWATCHER: SISTERS IN THE SKY won off a handicap mark of 55, his rating is now down 8lb to 47. LONGEST TRAVELLER: THANK THE LORD trained by W G Harrison, Langholm, 202 miles.
EASTTYRONE was a touch too keen to see his race out over C&D recently but with a first-time visor replacing blinkers, Phil Kirby’s 4-y-o is fancied to regain the winning thread at the expense of Piperstown, who didn’t run at all badly at Southwell earlier in the month and has landed the inside stall. Sole mare Midnight Call has thrived for current connections around here so completes the shortlist 1-2-3:
TIMEFORMVIEWThriving mare who made it 4 victories in 5 starts when decisive winner of a classified stakes over 5f here at the end of January. Found life tougher back in handicap company last month but this represents a drop in grade. TFRHHHHI BHA55
2
CHARGING BULL (IRE) (21) 6/5-500 4 9-9 (9)
B g Blue Point (IRE) - Landmark (USA) Darragh Keenan
Apollo Horses I Michael Keady, Newmarket
Br Epona Bloodstock Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed nothing this winter and it was a similar story in a first-time hood for his new yard earlier in the month. Handicapper drops him another chunk TFRHHIII BHA55
3 THANK THE LORD (GB) (27) 632-060 D 7 9-8 (2)
Ch g Coach House (IRE) - Lady Phill George Wood
Mrs M. S. Teversham
Br Mrs Monica Teversham
Gary Harrison, Langholm
TIMEFORM VIEW On a long losing run but wasn’t disgraced on the figures when sixth of 8 here (5.1f) in January. Ran too badly to be true at Newcastle since, however. TFRHHIII BHA54
4 MYTHICAL ISLE (IRE) (42) 002-003
Ch g No Nay Never (USA) - Sophie P
Mr Herbert Bourchier
4 9-6 (6)
Paddy Bradley
Patrick Morris, Prescot
Br D. Pearson B&B Hygiene
TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to form in a well-run race back down in trip when third of 8 over C&D last month. Not certain to back that up given overall profile, though TFRHHHII BHA52
5 RAIN CAP (GB) (45) 20524-0 D
B g Fountain of Youth (IRE) - Rough Courte (IRE)
J R Racing
9 9-5 (4)
Sean Kirrane
John David Riches, Pilling
Br Mike Channon Bloodstock Limited J R Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Infrequent winner who ran one of his lesser races having missed 9 weeks when last of 11 here (7.2f) last month. Hard to know what mood he’ll be in back sprinting TFRHHHII BHA51
6 PIPERSTOWN (IRE) (12) 4-13253 CD
Ch g No Nay Never (USA) - Razzmatazz
Ekster Engineering Ltd & K Frost
Br Lynch Bages Ltd & Lindy Farms
Oliver Stammers
Kevin Frost, Newark
Kevin Frost Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Multiple C&D winner who didn’t run all that badly but lost his pitch at a crucial stage when third of 11 at Southwell 12 days ago. Considered from stall 1. TFRHHHHI BHA51
7 EAST TYRONE (IRE) (13)
B g Mehmas (IRE) - Tuileries Garden (IRE)
Alan and David Fairhurst and P Kirby
Billy Loughnane
Philip Kirby, Richmond
Br Tally-Ho Stud Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner in January and has held his form pretty well since, again a touch
Ch g Showcasing - Sunny York (IRE)
Paul & Ann de Weck
Br Whitsbury Manor Stud
Finley Marsh
Grace Harris, Shirenewton
Grace Harris Racing
TIMEFORMVIEW3-time C&D winner, including by a head in January Not so good reverted to classified events the last twice and now returns to handicap company. TFRHHHII BHA47
9 BARNEY’S BAY (GB) (27) 000050 D
8 9-0 (5)
B g Cable Bay (IRE) - Fisadara Faye McManoman
Mr John R. Saville Derek Shaw, Sproxton
Br Highclere Stud & Mr Ilyas Emir Karadag
A & J Sectional Buildings Ltd TIMEFORMVIEW On a lengthy losing run and is easily opposable once again from marginally out of the weights TFRHIIII BHA41
2025: SHAMARDIA 4 9 8 Raul Da Silva 6-1 (Ismail Mohammed) 9 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Visor worn first time by No. 7. Hood worn by No. 2. Visor worn by No. 3, 5, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8.
Stewards Note:
THANK THE LORD: Following its run on 24/2/2026 it was reported that the horse missed the break.
RAIN CAP: Following its run on 6/2/2026 it was reported that the horse was slowly into stride.
Probable S.P’s: 5-2 East Tyrone (IRE), 4-1 Midnight Call (IRE), 9-2 Mythical Isle (IRE), 11-2 Piperstown (IRE), 14-1 Sisters In The Sky (GB), 20-1 Rain Cap (GB), 25-1 Thank The Lord (GB), 33-1 Charging Bull (IRE), 40-1 Barney’s Bay (GB)
but only in the
COULD
ABOUT SIX FURLONGS [6F ABT 20YDS] FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE MAKE THE MOVE TO MIDNITE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV II)
Total prize fund £6000 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £2477, 2nd £1239, 3rd £619, 4th £310, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3140.40) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): T Carroll (118 wins from 1197 runners, 10%) runs MAGNA TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Carroll (6 wins from 38 runners, 16%) runs MAGNA LONGEST TRAVELLER: FIRCOMBE HALL trained by P Kirby, Richmond, 154 miles.
Course scorer TRUST SERGEI hinted at a revival with a recent C&D fourth and edges the vote from Magna who arrives at the top of his game Recent C&D winner Legendsoftheland appeals as the pick of the rest for minor honours.
Ch g Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Willbeme Jonny Peate
Mr Simon Boucher Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall Br Mr & Mrs S. Matheson & Mr S. Goodwin Far Logistics Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner who took a step back in the right direction when fourth of 10 in handicap over C&D 10 days ago. Merits consideration off an unchanged mark. TFRHHHHH BHA55
2 MAGNA (GB) (19) 51-1233 D BF
B f Magna Grecia (IRE) - Ghurfah
Wedgewood Estates
Rossa Ryan
Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Br Liza Judd Wedgewood Estates
TIMEFORMVIEW Got off the mark at Kempton in December and followed up at Southwell following month. Has continued in very good form, third of 12 at Kempton latest outing A player once more. TFRHHHHI BHA55
3 HALLOWED TIME (IRE) (68) 04050-6 D 8 9-8 (2)
B g Hallowed Crown (AUS) - Groupetime (USA) Hope Regan (7)
Mrs C. Loughnane Mark Loughnane, Kidderminster
Br M. Sinanan
TIMEFORM VIEW Poor strike rate and proved too much of a handful for this rider at Kempton 68 days ago. A lot more is needed after a break. TFRHHIII BHA54
4 MINTANA (GB) (26) 36-5215 CD BF
6 9-5 (1)
Gr m Havana Grey - Catmint Joe Leavy
Mrs J. Evans
James Evans, Kinnersley
Br Fifehead Farms - MC Denning The Little Jet Company Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways in classified event at Lingfield in February. Below-par fifth back in handicap company there 26 days ago so needs to bounce back TFRHHHII BHA51
5 LEGENDSOFTHELAND (IRE) (13) 006-321 CD 4 9-5 (4)
Ch g Legends of War (USA) - Dubai Romance (IRE) Finley Marsh
Coombs & Partner Adrian Wintle, Westbury-On-Severn
Br John Cullinan
TIMEFORMVIEW Built on earlier promise when opening his account in 8-runner classified event over C&D 13 days ago. This is tougher back in handicap company but he’s not ruled out
6 FIRCOMBE HALL (GB) (13) 236351 CD
Ch g Charming Thought - Marmot Bay (IRE)
Mr P. Kirby
HHHII BHA51
Billy Loughnane
Philip Kirby, Richmond
Br Ace Bloodstock Ltd Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd
TFRHHHII BHA51
TIMEFORM VIEW Ended a long losing run in 9-runner classified event over C&D 13 days ago, landing a gamble under this rider. Needs to back it up returned to a handicap.
7 THE CUTEST (IRE) (46) 000-060 5 9-1 (6)
Ch m No Nay Never (USA) - Morpho Blue (IRE)
Mr Derek Shaw
Br Barronstown Stud
Darragh Keenan
Derek Shaw, Sproxton
A & J Sectional Buildings Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden Not seen to best effect when eighth of 12 in 6f classified event at Southwell last month. TFRHHIII BHA47
8 POET (GB) (13) 000000 D
9-0
B g Kodiac - Swiss Diva Kieran O’Neill
Amphitheatre Racing Limited
Br Lordship Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t beaten another rival for a while.
2025:(See Div 1)
Hood worn by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 6.
Stewards Note:
Scott Dixon, Rolleston
TFRHHIII BHA38
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
HALLOWED TIME: Following its run on 14/1/2026 it was reported that the horse stumbled at the start.
POET: Following its run on 10/3/2026 it was reported that the horse jumped awkwardly from the stalls.
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Magna (GB), 7-2 Mintana (GB), 9-2 Legendsoftheland (IRE), 11-2 Trust Sergei (GB), Fircombe Hall (GB), 20-1 Hallowed Time (IRE), 50-1 The Cutest (IRE), 100-1 Poet (GB)
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ABOUT SIX FURLONGS [6F ABT 20YDS] FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE MIDNITE AIN’T YOUR GRANDADS
BOOKIE
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): T Carroll (118 wins from 1197 runners, 10%) runs BETSEN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Carroll (6 wins from 38 runners, 16%) runs BETSEN LONGEST TRAVELLER: AISLING OSCAR trained by A P Keatley, Malton, 145 miles.
None of the sextet can be ruled out but BETSEN rates just the pick of the weights and is taken to gain a deserved second success for Tony Carroll at the chief expense of Yorkshire Glory who bids for a remarkable eighth success over the winter. Dyrholaey and Glamour Show can also have a say.
Br Cranford Bloodstock & Irish NationalStud Mill House Racing Limited
TIMEFORMVIEW Scored at Southwell on his stable debut in November and has continued in good form, third of 12 in another 6f handicap there last month. Weighted to go close. TFRHHHHH BHA86
2
(FR) (19) 46-5216 CD
B g City Light (FR) - Agua de Mar (FR)
Hollie Doyle
Marco Polo Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn
Br Mme Isabelle Mauger & Mr Guy Benachour
Archie Watson Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWBack to winning ways at Chelmsford City in February and never able to get in a blow having been hampered start when sixth of 7 in handicap at Kempton (6f) 19 days ago. This C&D winner ought to be thereabouts. TFRHHHII BHA86
3 AISLING OSCAR (IRE) (11) 112044 5 9-2 (3)
B g Rajasinghe (IRE) - Goodnightsuzy (IRE)
Barry and the Chuckles
Br Eoin O’Morain
Conor Whiteley (7)
Adrian Keatley, Malton
TIMEFORMVIEW Matched a 30-year modern-day record of 8 straight handicap wins when scoring at Southwell last month Kept busy since and posted a solid fourth of 10 in 6f Newcastle handicap last time TFRHHHII BHA78
4 THE FLYING SEAGULL (IRE) (35) 25035-4 D
B g Kodiac - You’resobeautiful (IRE)
Two Plus Three Two Plus Four
Br Lynch Bages Ltd
Oisin Murphy
Hugo Palmer, Malpas
Coral Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed from 8 months off with a respectable fourth of 8 in handicap over C&D 35 days ago. Can’t be discounted off a 2lb lower mark.
5 GLAMOUR SHOW (GB) (10) 36406-4 D
B f Showcasing - Game And Set
Amphitheatre Racing Limited
Br Coln Valley Stud
TFRHHHII BHA76
(2)
Kieran O’Neill
Scott Dixon, Rolleston
TIMEFORM VIEW A fair 6f winner for Eve Johnson Houghton in 2025 Made an encouraging start for her new yard when fourth of 7 in 6f Southwell handicap 10 days ago. Enters calculations eased 2lb here. TFRHHHII BHA70
6 YORKSHIRE GLORY (IRE) (11) 131111 D 5 8-4 (1)
B g Cotai Glory - Talitha Kum (IRE)
Andrew Mullen Blue Lion Racing IX Ben Haslam, Middleham
Br Tom and Hazel Russell
TIMEFORM VIEW Has thrived on the all-weather this winter, registering a seventh victory since December in 6f Newcastle handicap 11 days ago. Up another 5lb but he’s a player once more. TFRHHHHI BHA66
2025: JUNGLE LAND (IRE) 4 9 0 Billy Loughnane 4-1 (George Boughey) 9 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Visor worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3.
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 1.
Probable S.P’s: 6-4 Yorkshire Glory (IRE), 9-2 Betsen (GB), Aisling Oscar (IRE), 15-2 The Flying Seagull (IRE), 10-1 Dyrholaey (FR), 18-1 Glamour Show (GB)
RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 4.15 - THE READ MEG NICHOLLS’ BLOG AT betmgm.co.uk EBF FILLIES’ NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5400 to the winning horse The second to receive £2535, the third £1268 and the fourth £634. for novice three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which are E.B.F eligible. Enter by noon, March 17th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 21st. Weights: 3-y-o 8st 11lb; 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb Penalties, for each Restricted Novice or Maiden race won 5lb For each other race won 7lb (Where appropriate, median auction and auction Novice or Maiden races will carry the same penalty as Restricted races) (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties). BetMGM & Trustees of the European Breeders Fund have kindly sponsored this race. BetUK will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. 14 entries at £50. - Closed March 17th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4267; Second £2133; Third £1067; Fourth £533. (Penalty Value £5400) SS SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 4.50 - THE BETMGM SUPPORTS SAFER GAMBLING HANDICAP 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 46-55 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £45 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 21st. Lowest weight 9st; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 14th, 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 £45. - Closed March 17th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3716; Second £1859; Third £929; Fourth £464; Fifth £232. (Penalty Value £4710.60) SS
SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 5.25 - THE BETMGM SUPPORTS SAFER GAMBLING HANDICAP 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 46-55 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £45 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 21st. Lowest weight 9st; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 14th, 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. 12 entries, 1 at £9 and 11 at £45. - Closed March 17th, 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.
Fourth Race 6.00 - THE DAILY PROFIT BOOSTS AT betmgm.co.uk 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 and the fourth £583. for three yrs old only, Rated 66-85 (also open to such horses rated 86 and 87; such horses rated 65 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £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. March 21st. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 14th, 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. 6 entries at £47. - Closed March 17th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3923; Second £1962; Third £980; Fourth £490. (Penalty Value £4972.30) SS SEE PAGE 15 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 6.30 - THE BET £10 GET £40 WITH BETMGM FILLIES’ 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 fillies and mares only, Rated 56-75 (also open to such fillies and mares 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. March 21st. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 14th, 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. 9 entries at £35. - Closed March 17th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £2932; Second £1466; Third £733; Fourth £366; Fifth £183. (Penalty Value £3716.14) SS
SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 7.00 - THE MIDNITE A NEXT GENERATION BETTING APP 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, four and five yrs old only, which are in Bands C and D. Enter by noon, March 17th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 21st. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 8st 11lb; fillies 8st 6lb 4-y-o and 5-y-o colts and geldings 10st 2lb; fillies 9st 11lb Penalties, for each race won 7lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties) Allowances: Band D from Band C 2lb (Allowances are cumulative). Midnite has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. 13 entries at £50. - Closed March 17th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4267; Second £2133; Third £1067; Fourth £533. (Penalty Value £5400) Weights raised 5lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 7.30 - THE MAKE THE MOVE TO MIDNITE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV I) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3140 to the winning horse The second to receive £1473, the third £736, the fourth £368 and the fifth £183. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-55 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £30 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £24 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 21st. Lowest weight 9st; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 14th, 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, 1 at £6 and 14 at £30. - Closed March 17th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2477; Second £1239; Third £619; Fourth £310; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3140.40) SS SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.
Eighth Race 8.00 - THE MAKE THE MOVE TO MIDNITE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV II) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3140 to the winning horse The second to receive £1473, the third £736, the fourth £368 and the fifth £183. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-55 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £30 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £24 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 21st. Lowest weight 9st; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 14th, 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. 14 entries, 2 at £6 and 12 at £30. - Closed March 17th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £2477; Second £1239; Third £619; Fourth £310; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3140.40) SS SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.
Ninth Race 8.30 - THE MIDNITE AINT YOUR GRANDADS BOOKIE 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. March 21st. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 14th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Midnite has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. 13 entries at £47. - Closed March 17th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £3923; Second £1962; Third £980; Fourth £490; Fifth £245. (Penalty Value £4972.30) SS SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.
