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LOUISE MOORE (Chief Steward), JENNY SWAINSON (Stewards' Panel Chair), DANIEL ANDREWS, NATHAN GREEN, ANNABELLE JOHNSON, GREG PEARSON STARTERS PHILLIP JONES LEE JONES JUDGE PAUL CHAMPION CLERK OF THE SCALES WAYNE BURNELL VETERINARY OFFICER DAVID FREEMAN SENIOR VETERINARY SURGEON SUE TAYLOR VETERINARY SURGEON RICHARD STEPHENSON
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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. days since last ran form guide previous performances jockeys silks / = new season - = new year horse’s Bold type shows All Weather name and saddlecloth birthplace form number C = course winner weight draw D = distance winner CD = course & distance winner st-lb age
3 CROSS COUNTER (GB) (100) 11-11 CD Br
B c Teofilo (IRE) - Waitress (USA) Godolphin Godolphin
2 9-2
(2)
Adam Kirby Charlie Appleby, Newmarket 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 Br
Jockey
Trainer
Sponsor S
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 4.22 ONE MILE, ONE FURLONG ABOUT 104 YARDS [9F ABT 104YDS] FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE FREE TIPS ON attheraces.com AMATEUR JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Total prize fund £6200 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2677, 2nd £1339, 3rd £669, 4th £335, 5th £167. (Penalty Value £3079.54) A SS
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D M Loughnane (81 wins from 752 runners, 11%) runs STIPULATION TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Carr (8 wins from 39 runners, 21%) runs STAR START LONGEST TRAVELLER: PURSUIT OF TRUTH trained by R Menzies, Sedgefield, 180 miles. RACE SUMMARY
BALOO’S BLUES has had a solid campaign and is taken to go one better than over C&D a fortnight ago. Little She went close to a breakthrough success at Lingfield 4 weeks ago and is second choice ahead of Star Start, who was well held last time but has a good overall record under today’s rider Charli Parker. 1-2-3: 1.BALOO’S BLUES 2.LITTLE SHE (FR) 3.STAR START (IRE) KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder
Br
Jockey
Trainer
Sponsor
no
horse
age
st lb
Draw
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PURSUIT OF TRUTH (IRE) (67) 010-400 CD
5
11-2
(7)
Ch g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Spirit Bear (IRE) JPR Investments Br Armitage & Norelands Bloodstock
Mr Thomas Easterby (3) Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield Bluegrass Horse Feeds
TIMEFORM VIEW Narrow winner over C&D for Kevin Philippart de Foy last summer but just the 1 creditable effort in 4 outings for other yards since. Cut some slack by the handicapper as a result but could only consider if backed. TFRHHIII BHA65
2
BALOO’S BLUES (GB) (13) 520142
Gr g Havana Grey - Doobahdeedoo (USA) Rosehill Racing II Br Crimbourne Bloodstock Ltd
4
11-1
Mr James Hills (5) Charles Hills, Lambourn Wishanger Estates Ltd
(8)
TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark in 5-runner event at Lingfield (turf) in June. Even better form when second of 12 over C&D 13 days ago. Considered. TFRHHHHH BHA64
3
NO KNEE NEVER (IRE) (11) 030666 CD
B g No Nay Never (USA) - Question Times Nick Bradley Racing 18 Br Sweetmans Bloodstock
5
11-0
(11)
Mr Henry Callan James Owen, Newmarket Racing Partners
TIMEFORM VIEW Three all-weather wins earlier in the year, including here. More miss than hit since but is starting to look well handicapped again. The first-time visor worn last time is quickly discarded in favour of regular cheekpieces. TFRHHHII BHA63
4
POPEYE DOYLE (FR) (72) 6-02006 CD
4 10-12
B g Goken (FR) - Red Line (FR) Mrs Lyndsey Victoria Lane Br Mrs Lisa Lemiere Dubois
Miss Holly Thomson (7) Jessica Bedi, Yarm
5
6 10-11
(1)
TIMEFORM VIEW Two all-weather wins for Hugo Palmer last summer. Proved he retains ability when second in first-time blinkers at Wetherby but not in same form since. A first-time visor replaces the blinkers now. TFRHHIII BHA61
STAR START (IRE) (9) 122120 D
B g U S Navy Flag (USA) - Button Up (IRE) Mrs Ruth A. Carr Br Longueville BS & Ederidge Ltd
Miss Charli Parker (3) Ruth Carr, Stillington Formulated Polymer Products Ltd
(6)
TIMEFORM VIEW Proved consistent in similar events this summer, scoring at Pontefract and Haydock under Charli Parker. Rare below par effort at Newmarket 9 days ago but he’s not the type to stay down for long. TFRHHHHI BHA60
6
HARBOUR VISION (GB) (7) 000350 CD
Gr g Harbour Watch (IRE) - Holy Nola (USA) Amphitheatre Racing Limited Br Newsells Park Stud
11 10-9
(10)
Mr Frederick Tett Scott Dixon, Rolleston
TIMEFORM VIEW Has won 11 times at this course, including back-to-back successes over 7f here at the start of 2026. Ran poorly back from a break here last week, though, and needs to have come on a lot in a short time. TFRHHIII BHA58
7
STIPULATION (IRE) (13) 060620 CD
B g New Bay - Danamight (IRE) S. & A. Mares Br Max Morris
5
10-9
Mr Jack Loughnane (7) Mark Loughnane, Kidderminster
(4)
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner. Not seen to best effect (forced wide) over C&D last time and this normally consistent performer is likely to bounce back soon. TFRHHHII BHA58 8
8
REDREDROBIN (GB) (18) 002062
B m Helmet (AUS) - Cape Rosie Mr Damien G. Wingrove Br Mrs P. A. Cave
9
10-6
Miss Jodie Wingrove (7) Damien Wingrove, Bridgnorth
(9)
9
MOLLY VALENTINE (IRE) (104) 00-0000 CD
B m Tamayuz - Molly Dolly (IRE) Jake Holman Br Mr T. J. Rooney
6
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner looks to have lost her way.
10
LITTLE SHE (FR) (27) 325462
B f Invincible Army (IRE) - Second Glance (IRE) Mr M. P. N. Tregoning Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
10-3
Mr Jake Holman (7) Stephanie Cassidy, Royston
(3)
TFRHIIII BHA52
4
10-0
Miss Alice Tregoning (5) Marcus Tregoning, Whitsbury Marcus Tregoning Racing Ltd
(2)
TIMEFORM VIEW Long-standing maiden but turned in her best effort of the current campaign when close second at Lingfield (1 1/4m, all-weather) in this new headgear combination 27 days ago. TFRHHHHI BHA49
11
WRIST ART (IRE) (11) 243105 D
B g Sir Prancealot (IRE) - Vasoni (IRE) Mr J Owen Br Mrs Claire Doyle
9
10-0
Miss Ruby Criscuolo (5) James Owen, Newmarket James Owen Racing
(5)
TIMEFORM VIEW Gained a first success since 2023 in 6-runner handicap at Brighton (1 1/2m) under Ruby Criscuolo last month. Rare below-par run at Southwell last time and likely to bounce back. TFRHHHII BHA49 2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR DECLARED RUNNERS 11 Visor worn first time by No. 4. Blinkers worn by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 3, 4, 10. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3, 5, 7, 9, 10. Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Baloo’s Blues (GB), 10-3 Little She (FR), 7-1 No Knee Never (IRE), 9-1 Stipulation (IRE), 10-1 Star Start (IRE), 11-1 Redredrobin (GB), 16-1 Wrist Art (IRE), 25-1 Harbour Vision (GB), 33-1 Pursuit of Truth (IRE), 40-1 Popeye Doyle (FR), 66-1 Molly Valentine (IRE)
RACE RESULT: TIME
DISTANCE
1ST
2ND
3RD
4TH
POSITION OF STALLS 7f 36y: Outside, Remainder: Inside
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RACE ONE
TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to form from out of the blue when runner-up at Brighton (7f) last month. Well held on next 2 outings and not at her best when 5 lengths second at Epsom (8.5f) last time (final start for Malcolm Saunders). TFRHHHII BHA55
SECOND RACE 4.55 ONE MILE ABOUT 142 YARDS [8F ABT 142YDS] FOR NOVICE THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE DOWNLOAD THE AT THE RACES APP NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Total prize fund £11000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4694, 2nd £2346, 3rd £1174, 4th £586. (Penalty Value £5940) SS
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D M Loughnane (81 wins from 752 runners, 11%) runs NORTH BEACH TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Balding (9 wins from 71 runners, 13%) runs PETWORTH LONGEST TRAVELLER: ELSA TAN trained by G Baker, Epsom, 138 miles. RACE SUMMARY A good novice. NAJIDI STORM may have simply got stuck in the mud at Goodwood and has to be worth another chance given how promising his all-weather debut success was. Wootz also looks decidedly useful and is feared most ahead of Shadow Boxer, who has been off since his promising debut third in the spring. 1-2-3: 1.NAJIDI STORM 2.WOOTZ (IRE) 3.SHADOW BOXER (FR) KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder
Jockey
Br
Trainer
Sponsor
no
horse
age
st lb
Draw
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AL JOLSON (GB) (19) 21
3
9-11
(4)
Ch g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Anasheed Rabbah Racing Br Whatton Manor Stud & Partners
Harry Davies Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket
TIMEFORM VIEW Night of Thunder gelding who was second on his Southwell debut last month and made the most of a good opportunity at Redcar (1m, good) since. This is a lot harder but there should be more to come. TFRHHHII BHA-
2
NAJIDI STORM (GB) (20) 12 BF
B c Frankel - Scuffle Juddmonte Br Juddmonte Farms Ltd
3
9-11
Colin Keane Harry Charlton, Beckhampton Juddmonte Farms Inc
(5)
TIMEFORMVIEWBrother to St Leger winner Logician and smart 9f-1 3/4m winner Collide. Looked a smart prospect when seeing off Gavriel on his 1m Kempton debut and may have simply failed to handle heavy ground when becoming the shortest-priced loser in British racing history at Goodwood since. Worth another chance. TFRHHHHH BHA93
3
WOOTZ (IRE) (14) 12 BF
Br c Wootton Bassett - Golden Box (USA) LNJ Foxwoods SC Br LNJ Foxwoods SC
3
9-11
Ray Dawson Roger Varian, Newmarket Varian Stable Limited
(7)
TIMEFORM VIEW Wootton Bassett colt who stormed clear for an impressive debut success at Ffos Las (1m, good) last month. Beaten at short odds but still stepped up on that form when second to another good prospect at Windsor (1m, good again) since. More to come. TFRHHHHI BHA94
4
CIRCLE OF SECRETS (FR) (7) 3
Ro g Seahenge (USA) - Marichen (FR) Mr R. De la Haye Br San Gabriel Inv Inc
4
9-9
(11)
Gina Mangan Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
TIMEFORMVIEWStandout effort over hurdles when fourth at Leopardstown on final start for Emmet Mullins last December. Didn’t achieve much when third of 4 on recent Ffos Las Flat debut for new yard last Monday. Can only watch. TFRHIIII BHA-
5
HERSTMONCEUX (GB) (38) 53
B g Ulysses (IRE) - Point Perfect Miss Lesley McGrath Br Mrs Susan Cole & Miss Lesley Mcgrath
3
9-4
Lewis Edmunds William Muir & Chris Grassick, Lambourn
(3)
TIMEFORM VIEW Ulysses gelding who was beaten a long way in 2 turf outings last month and is unlikely to be of any interest this side of handicaps. TFRHHIII BHA-
6
KHACHATURIAN (GB) (-)
3
B g Kameko (USA) - Turanga Leela Eventmasters Racing Br Eventmasters
9-4
Tyler Heard John Mackie, Church Broughton Eventmasters Ltd
(1)
TIMEFORM VIEW Kameko gelding. Half-brother to 1m winner Sold Out. Dam, 6f winner (including at 2 yrs), half-sister to useful 9f-1 1/4m winner (stayed 1 1/2m) Stylehunter. Likely outsider on belated debut. TFRHIIII BHA-
7
MASHKUR (USA) (-)
B c Tonalist (USA) - Later On (USA) Mr S. Kusherov Br Four Roses Partners & Springland Farm
3
9-4
William Carver Jamie Osborne, Upper Lambourn Tote
(6)
TIMEFORM VIEW £20,000 Tonalist colt. Dam lightly-raced US maiden half-sister to US winner around 5f (including at 2 yrs) Salmanazar. Wears blinkers for this belated debut. Could only consider if backed. TFRHHIII BHA10
8
NORTH BEACH (IRE) (136) 00
B g New Bay - Bongiorno (IRE) Teme Valley and Austin Whelan Br Diomed Bloodstock Ltd
3
9-4
Billy Loughnane Mark Loughnane, Kidderminster
(8)
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability in good races at Newmarket and Newbury in the spring for Andrew Balding. With a new yard back from 136 days off (gelded). TFRHHIII BHA-
9
PETWORTH (GER) (136) 0
3
B g Frankel - Palmas (GER) Al Shaqab Racing Br Gestut Etzean Und Partner
9-4
Callum Hutchinson Andrew Balding, Kingsclere Haras De Bouquetot
(9)
TIMEFORM VIEW €400,000 Frankel colt but last of 15 on 7f Newbury debut in the spring and off since (gelded). TFRHHIII BHA-
SHADOW BOXER (FR) (166) 3
B g Too Darn Hot - Irish Rookie (IRE) Victorious Forever Br SCEA Haras de Saint Pair
3
9-4
(10)
Oisin Murphy Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket Gainsborough Thoroughbreds Limited
TIMEFORMVIEW €520,000 Too Darn Hot colt who shaped encouragingly amidst greenness when third of 12 in novice at Southwell (1m) on debut in April. Has a tongue tied added back from 166 days off (gelded). Likely improver under Murphy. TFRHHHHI BHA-
11
ELSA TAN (GB) (77) 00
3
Gr f Cable Bay (IRE) - High Tan The Bugsy Partnership Br Seaton Partnership
8-13
Benoit de la Sayette George Baker, Epsom Charles Tyrwhitt LLP
(2)
TIMEFORM VIEW More one for low-grade handicaps based on her 2 runs over the summer. TFRHIIII BHA2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR DECLARED RUNNERS 11 Blinkers worn first time by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 10. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 8, 9, 10. Stewards Note: WOOTZ: Following its run on 14/9/2026 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed. PETWORTH: Following its run on 15/5/2026 it was reported that the horse ran green. ELSA TAN: Following its run on 13/7/2026 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed off the bend. Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Najidi Storm (GB), 2-1 Wootz (IRE), 11-2 Shadow Boxer (FR), 10-1 Al Jolson (GB), 20-1 Mashkur (USA), 40-1 Petworth (GER), 50-1 North Beach (IRE), 80-1 Khachaturian (GB), 100-1 Circle of Secrets (FR), 300-1 Herstmonceux (GB), Elsa Tan (GB)
RACE RESULT: TIME
DISTANCE
1ST
2ND
3RD
4TH
RECORD TIMES DIST. 5f 5f 6f 6f 7f 7f 1m½f 1m½f 1m1½f 1m1½f 1m4f 1m6f 2m½f
RECORD HOLDER Quatrieme Ami (GB) (2yo) Lomu (IRE) (3yo+) Mubakker (USA) (2yo) Dark Ace (IRE) (3yo+) Richard R H B (IRE) (2yo) Mister Universe (GB) (3yo+) Jack Hobbs (GB) (2yo) Keystroke (GB) (3yo+) Emissary (GB) (2yo) Storm Ahead (IRE) (3yo+) Paths Of Glory (GB) (3yo+) Tribal Art (IRE) (3yo+) Aircraft Carrier (IRE) (3yo+)
DATE 13Nov15 03Dec19 01Nov18 20Mar26 23Nov19 12Mar16 27Dec14 26Nov16 12Oct19 18Nov19 19Oct19 19Apr22 14Jan19 11
COURSE RECORD 59.75s 59.33s 1m 12.16s 1m 11.18s 1m 26.77s 1m 25.35s 1m 47.38s 1m 45.43s 1m 57.99s 1m 55.91s 2m 33.44s 2m 57.16s 3m 31.18s
RP STANDARD 59.70s 59.70s 1m 11.90s 1m 11.90s 1m 26.20s 1m 26.20s 1m 46.30s 1m 46.30s 1m 56.80s 1m 56.80s 2m 35.40s 2m 58.20s 3m 34.60s
RACE TWO
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THIRD RACE 5.30 SEVEN FURLONGS ABOUT 36 YARDS [7F ABT 36YDS] FOR NOVICE TWO YRS OLD FILLIES
THE FOLLOW @attheraces ON INSTAGRAM EBF FILLIES’ NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Total prize fund £12000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £5120, 2nd £2560, 3rd £1280, 4th £640. (Penalty Value £6480) SS
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): R Hughes (45 wins from 233 runners, 19%) runs MAJESTIC FLAME TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Hughes (5 wins from 29 runners, 17%) runs MAJESTIC FLAME LONGEST TRAVELLER: SAX SYMBOL trained by C Johnston, Middleham, 140 miles. RACE SUMMARY
MAJESTIC FLAME had a possible excuse last time and is given a second chance to confirm her debut promise. Last-time-out C&D second Speed Nation is the obvious danger on form. Ambience is worth a look in the betting back from a breathing operation.
1-2-3: 1.MAJESTIC FLAME 2.SPEED NATION (IRE) 3.AMBIENCE KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder
Br
Jockey
Trainer
Sponsor
no
horse
st lb
Draw
1
AMBIENCE (GB) (135) 6
9-2
(5)
B f Frankel - Auria Amo Racing Limited Br A. S. Denniff
Rowan Scott Kevin Philippart de Foy, Newmarket Sports Invest UK Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW11/4 and tongue tied, sixth of 7 in novice at Newmarket (6f, good to firm) on debut in May. Not seen since (has had breathing operation) but seemingly thought capable of better based on her prominence in the betting at Newmarket. TFRHHHII BHA-
2
APPASSIONATA (GB) (13) 000
B f Golden Horn - Allegretto (IRE) Cheveley Park Stud Br Cheveley Park Stud Limited
9-2
Luke Morris Sir Mark Prescott Bt, Newmarket Cheveley Park Stud Limited
(1)
TIMEFORM VIEW Down the field on all 3 starts and won’t be of interest this side of handicaps. TFRHIIII BHA-
3
MAJESTIC FLAME (GB) (30) 60
B f Pinatubo (IRE) - Lady Oak (IRE) The Weathercock Five Br Emma Palmer & Drbs
9-2
Billy Loughnane Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn Richmond Events Ltd
(6)
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability when sixth of 13 on 7f debut at Glorious Goodwood and possibly unsuited by a softer surface when well held over 1m there since. Retains potential now switching to all-weather under Loughnane. TFRHHHHH BHA-
4
QUINTANA (GB) (25) 6
9-2
B f Dubawi (IRE) - Quadrilateral Juddmonte Br Juddmonte Farms Ltd
Colin Keane Harry Charlton, Beckhampton Juddmonte Farms Inc
(2)
TIMEFORM VIEW 33/1, ran to only a modest level when sixth of 8 in maiden at Salisbury (7f, good to soft) on debut 25 days ago. Will need to step up a good deal on that but improvement is possible. TFRHHHII BHA-
5
RUBYROO (IRE) (25) 30
B f Supremacy (IRE) - Tencaratrubieslace (FR) Amo Racing Limited Br Yeomanstown Stud
9-2
Tom Marquand Hugo Palmer, Malpas Sports Invest UK Ltd
(3)
TIMEFORM VIEW Supremacy filly who showed plenty to work on amid obvious inexperience when third on Newcastle debut last month but only seventh of 8 on turf at Salisbury since. TFRHHIII BHA-
6
SAX SYMBOL (GB) (-)
B f Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Tiburtina (IRE) Kingsley Park Owners Club Br Friar Ings Stud Ltd
9-2
Callum Shepherd Charlie Johnston, Middleham Johnston Racing Ltd
(7)
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 23. Saxon Warrior half-sister to 1m winner Maid In Kentucky and 6f-1m winner Ritzy. A newcomer to note in the betting for yard that had a first-time-out 2-y-o winner recently. TFRHHHII BHA-
7
SPEED NATION (IRE) (27) 062
B f Sioux Nation (USA) - Teodolina (IRE) Duaij Al Khalifa & Ahmad Al Qassimi Br Clara Stud
9-2
Oisin Murphy Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket Gainsborough Thoroughbreds Limited
(4)
TIMEFORM VIEW Sioux Nation filly who has improved with each start, finishing length second of 9 over C&D 4 weeks ago. TFRHHHHI BHA77 12
2025: ON MESSAGE 2 9 2 Edward Greatrex 6-5 (Ralph Beckett) 6 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 1.
DECLARED RUNNERS 7
Probable S.P’s: 13-8 Speed Nation (IRE), 3-1 Majestic Flame (GB), 8-1 Quintana (GB), 9-1 Ambience (GB), 10-1 Rubyroo (IRE), Sax Symbol (GB), 66-1 Appassionata (GB)
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FOURTH RACE 6.00 SEVEN FURLONGS ABOUT 36 YARDS [7F ABT 36YDS] FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE CAVANI STYLE & SPEED HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV I) Total prize fund £6200 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2560, 2nd £1280, 3rd £640, 4th £320, 5th £160. (Penalty Value £3245.08) SS
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): S Dixon (53 wins from 817 runners, 6%) runs CREATE & ROYAL JUSTICE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N/A WEIGHTWATCHER: SAISONS D’OR won off a handicap mark of 61, his rating is now down 6lb to 55. LONGEST TRAVELLER: SAISONS D’OR trained by J O’Keeffe, Leyburn, 150 miles. RACE SUMMARY
Perhaps best to narrow this down to the two 3-y-os, with Oisin Murphy’s mount RIDGER preferered to Escape Magic. Recent C&D runner-up Mintana may prove best of the older brigade assuming her wide stall isn’t too troublesome.
1-2-3: 1.RIDGER (IRE) 2.ESCAPE MAGIC 3.MINTANA KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder
Jockey
Br
Trainer
Sponsor
no
horse
age
st lb
Draw
1
SAISONS D’OR (IRE) (20) 150606 D
11
9-9
(3)
Gr g Havana Gold (IRE) - Deux Saisons The Fatalists Br Mount Coote Stud & Knocktoran Stud
Jack Garritty Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn Jedd O’Keeffe Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who won at Southwell in April but hasn’t seriously threatened since. TFRHHIII BHA55
2
ROMANOVICH (IRE) (74) 163500 CD
Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - My Favourite Thing Mrs S M Maine & Mr Roger Gould Br Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum
7
9-7
William Carson John O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn Tote
(8)
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in March. Also third at Bath in May but below par at Chepstow when last seen in July. Now 1lb below the mark he defied here but bounce back needed after 74 days off. TFRHHIII BHA53
3
ESCAPE MAGIC (GB) (28) 60-1132 D BF
Ch f Without Parole - Ebrahcadebrah Dr H. Tayton-Martin Br Helen Tayton-Martin
3
9-6
Callum Rodriguez Owen Burrows, Lambourn Tote
(6)
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 7f turf events in her first 2 handicaps. Creditable placed efforts twice since and likely to be bang there if as effective back on all-weather. TFRHHHHI BHA55
4
CREATE (IRE) (13) 040100 D
6
9-4
B m Harry Angel (IRE) - Patent Joy (IRE) Dixon, Wylam, M Baldry, J&S Harrod Br Godolphin
Tyler Heard Scott Dixon, Rolleston
5
6
(2)
TIMEFORM VIEW Can blow her chance at the start but got her head back in front in Ffos Las classified (1m) event in July. Respectable seventh of 12 in handicap at this course (8.6f) 13 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA50
MICKEY MONGOOSE (GB) (47) 501400 D
B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Midnight Crossing (IRE) Mr Danny Ablott Mr Olly williams Br Pursuit of Success LLC
9-4
Cian Horgan (5) Olly Williams, Market Rasen
(1)
TIMEFORM VIEW Most recent 4 victories have all come at Southwell, the latest over 7f in May. Well held on turf last twice but the return to all-weather may see him in a better light. TFRHHIII BHA50
6
BLUE JAY WAY (GB)) (98) 10-0400 CD D
B g Sixties Icon - Dark Blue (IRE) ER J R Racing NN U R Br Savoch Oaks N-
6
9-2
(12)
John David Riches, Pilling J R Racing Ltd
O but has yet to really get going this year. A first-time hood TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner last N autumn
replaces cheekpieces back from 98 days off.
7
MINTANA (GB) (27) 546362 C D
Gr m Havana Grey - Catmint Mrs J. Evans Br Fifehead Farms - MC Denning
TFRHHIII BHA48
6
9-1
(11)
Joe Leavy James Evans, Kinnersley The Little Jet Company Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner who arrives on the back of a very good second of 9 over C&D 27 days ago. Her draw isn’t ideal but still respected. TFRHHHHI BHA47 14
8
PINK SOCKS (IRE) (32) 650600 D
B m Vadamos (FR) - Jumbo Romance (IRE) Bob & Sandra Blyth Br Mrs Claire Doyle
7
9-0
Oliver Carmichael (7) Stephanie Cassidy, Royston Tote
(9)
TIMEFORM VIEW Completed an all-weather hat-trick in classified company for Ian Williams in January but has struggled since joining current stable. TFRHIIII BHA46
9
NO NEWS (IRE) (41) 20-0206 D
6
B g Prince of Lir (IRE) - Lost Highway (IRE) Mrs Irene Hampson Br John Hutchinson
9-0
Lewis Edmunds J. R. Jenkins, Royston
(7)
TIMEFORM VIEW Not the most consistent and has followed a good second over 6f here in July with 2 poor runs. TFRHHIII BHA45
10
HORUS (GB) (7) 0060U6
4
B g Expert Eye - Implicit (IRE) The Attwater Partnership Br Elwick Stud
9-0
Luke Morris Michael Attwater, Epsom
(4)
TIMEFORM VIEW Winless since sole victory in December 2024. Below par of late and best watched again. TFRHHIII BHA44
11
ROYAL JUSTICE (IRE) (7) 000-000
5
9-0
B m Inns of Court (IRE) - Victoria Lodge (IRE) Amphitheatre Racing Limited Br Tally-Ho Stud
Olivia Haines (7) Scott Dixon, Rolleston
12
3
(5)
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 17 starts. 200/1, last of 9 over C&D last Monday. Easy to look elsewhere. TFRHIIII BHA40
8-11
(10)
Oisin Murphy Ollie Sangster, Marlborough
TIMEFORM VIEW Improved since tongue tied, finishing second in 6f Ffos Las classified event and close third of 14 in 7f Leicester handicap in recent weeks. Less exposed than most of these and leading claims under Murphy. TFRHHHHH BHA46 2025: DILIGENT HENRY 4 9 4 Lewis Edmunds 4-1 (Jessica Macey) 12 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Hood worn first time by No. 6. Blinkers worn by No. 2, 5, 11. Visor worn by No. 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 7, 8, 10. Stewards Note: ROMANOVICH: Following its run on 16/7/2026 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe. Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Ridger (IRE), 7-2 Escape Magic (GB), Mintana (GB), 20-1 Saisons d’Or (IRE), Romanovich (IRE), Blue Jay Way (GB), 25-1 No News (IRE), 28-1 Mickey Mongoose (GB), 33-1 Create (IRE), Horus (GB), 100-1 Pink Socks (IRE), Royal Justice (IRE)
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RACE FOUR
RIDGER (IRE) (7) 600023 BF
B g Harry Angel (IRE) - Liberisque Mr A. N. C. Bengough Br Andrew Bengough & Partners
FIFTH RACE 6.30 SEVEN FURLONGS ABOUT 36 YARDS [7F ABT 36YDS] FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE CAVANI STYLE & SPEED HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV II) Total prize fund £6200 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2560, 2nd £1280, 3rd £640, 4th £320, 5th £160. (Penalty Value £3245.08) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): S Dixon (53 wins from 817 runners, 6%) runs MY MATE BEATTIE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Cunha (4 wins from 27 runners, 15%) runs ASPIRE TO GLORY WEIGHTWATCHER: ASPIRE TO GLORY won off a handicap mark of 55, his rating is now down 8lb to 47. LONGEST TRAVELLER: MISS RAINCLOUD trained by A Dunn, Wellington, 147 miles. RACE SUMMARY
BUNGLE BAY is one of few who obviously arrives in decent form and might be good for a sixth C&D success. Tilsworth Max has saved his best all-weather form to date for Lingfield’s polytrack but he will be a threat if close to the form he showed when runner-up there 18 days ago. Sanditon also has a bit of class for this grade if back on his game.
1-2-3: 1.BUNGLE BAY (IRE) 2.TILSWORTH MAX 3.SANDITON (IRE) KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder
Br
Jockey
Trainer
Sponsor
no
horse
age
st lb
Draw
1
COURT OF SESSION (GB) (27) 010600 CD
7
9-9
(9)
B g Iffraaj - Sibilance Michelle Hancox Br Aylesfield Farms Stud
Billy Loughnane Phil McEntee, Newmarket Back2Back Printwear Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in January and went in again at Nottingham in June. Has struggled since but the booking of Billy Loughnane takes the eye. Needs checking out in the betting. TFRHHHII BHA54
2
SANDITON (IRE) (10) 130505 CD BF
4
Ch g Footstepsinthesand - Canasta Owners Group 136 Br Elite Racing Club
9-7
Jack Mitchell Charlie Johnston, Middleham
(3)
TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark at Chelmsford in February and doubled his tally in ready fashion over C&D in June. Last couple of runs have been a touch disappointing (including C&D latest) but he is favourably handicapped if back to best. TFRHHHHI BHA52
3
MACS DILEMMA (IRE) (390) 0/04000- CD
B g Coulsty (IRE) - Ohsosecret The Cross Racing Club Br Mrs Oonagh McKeever
8
9-7
William Carson John O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn
(7)
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner but 19 runs since last win in 2023 and hard to fancy on recent efforts. TFRHHIII BHA52
4
TILSWORTH MAX (GB) (18) 335602 D
6
B g Telescope (IRE) - Lady Bonanova (IRE) Mr M. Ng Br Michael Ng
9-5
Jonny Peate J. R. Jenkins, Royston Tilsworth Stud Farm
(6)
TIMEFORM VIEW Finally off the mark in classified event over this trip at Lingfield in January. Another good run on the polytrack there when close second of 10 this month. Claims if he can reproduce that form back on tapeta. TFRHHHHI BHA50
5
BUNGLE BAY (IRE) (7) 502243 CD
7
B g Bungle Inthejungle - Jenny’s Dancer Mrs J. Evans Br Mr Michael Burke
9-5
Joe Leavy James Evans, Kinnersley The Little Jet Company Ltd
(2)
TIMEFORMVIEWFive-time C&D winner. 12/1, respectable third of 9 over C&D last Monday. Considered from handy draw. TFRHHHHH BHA50
6
RAVENGLASS (IRE) (16) 624664 CD
B g Ribchester (IRE) - Sparkling (IRE) Butters & Wintle Racing Partnership Br Ms Fiona Doggett
7
9-3
George Wood Adrian Wintle, Westbury-On-Severn
(5)
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner but 14 runs since last win in 2025. 16/1, creditable fourth of 11 in handicap at Bath (1m, good to firm) 16 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA48
7
ASPIRE TO GLORY (IRE) (54) 006650 C D
B g Cotai Glory - Green Boulevard Coral Racing Club Br Tally-Ho Stud
5
9-2
Tom Marquand Dylan Cunha, Newmarket
(4)
TIMEFORM VIEW Seems to be going through the motions for present yard, finishing last of 9 at Brighton when last seen in early August. It remains to be seen whether an 8-week break sparks a revival. TFRHHIII BHA47 16
8
MISS RAINCLOUD (IRE) (152) 300-600
Gr f Too Darn Hot - Elshaadin Mr S. Rain Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
4
9-0
(11)
Luke Morris Alexandra Dunn, Wellington probio energy international ltd, Swr Trading Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Long-standing maiden for Tracy Waggott. A watching brief is advised for new stable (same owner) after 5 months off. TFRHHIII BHA45
9
NEAT AND TIDY (GB) (16) 0-05540
B f New Approach (IRE) - Perfect Match (IRE) Mr Damien G. Wingrove Br Orbit Performance Ltd
3
9-0
Gina Mangan Damien Wingrove, Bridgnorth
(1)
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form at best for 3 different stables. Sold out of the Richard Hughes stable for 1,000 gns since finishing last of 11 at Bath 16 days ago. TFRHIIII BHA48
10
MY MATE BEATTIE (IRE) (9) 053500
4
9-0
(12)
B f Kodiac - Wearing Wings Amphitheatre Racing Limited Br Ms Debbie O’Shea
Tyler Heard Scott Dixon, Rolleston
11
8
TIMEFORM VIEW Long-standing maiden who was last of 10 at Newcastle only 9 days ago. Hard to fancy. TFRHHIII BHA44
RED WALLS (GB) (49) 000-300 C
B g Heeraat (IRE) - Gemini Glory (USA) Miss Hazel Roberts Br E. H. Jones (Paints) Ltd
9-0
Ben Ffrench Davis (5) Lisa Williamson, Tarporley
(8)
TIMEFORM VIEW Five-time course winner but he arrives here on a 25-race winless run, including finishing down the field at Ayr when last seen 7 weeks ago. TFRHHIII BHA43
12
MUSIC AND SONG (IRE) (6) 450066
B f Space Blues (IRE) - Music And Dance Mr Thomas Gaden Br Mr Emir Alkas
3
8-11
(10)
Benoit de la Sayette David Flood, Stow-on-the-Wold
2025: MWAFAQ 3 8 11 Ethan Tindall 5-1 (Richard Fahey) 11 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Hood worn by No. 8. Visor worn by No. 1. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 6, 10. Stewards Note: COURT OF SESSION: Following its run on 1/9/2026 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running. Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Tilsworth Max (GB), 7-2 Bungle Bay (IRE), 8-1 Sanditon (IRE), Ravenglass (IRE), 11-1 Court of Session (GB), Aspire To Glory (IRE), 25-1 Neat And Tidy (GB), Music And Song (IRE), 28-1 My Mate Beattie (IRE), 40-1 Macs Dilemma (IRE), Miss Raincloud (IRE), 50-1 Red Walls (GB)
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RACE FIVE
TIMEFORM VIEW Ex-Irish maiden who has yet to offer much in a handful of 6f handicaps for new yard in recent weeks. Easy to look elsewhere after finishing sixth yesterday at Ffos Las. TFRHIIII BHA39
SIXTH RACE 7.00 ONE MILE ABOUT SIX FURLONGS (13F ABT 219YDS) FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE SKY SPORTS RACING SKY 415 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Total prize fund £6200 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2560, 2nd £1280, 3rd £640, 4th £320, 5th £160. (Penalty Value £3245.08) SS
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): I Furtado (35 wins from 313 runners, 11%) runs LEDNIKOV TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): S C Williams (3 wins from 25 runners, 12%) runs BILLINGSGATE GOLD LONGEST TRAVELLER: LEDNIKOV trained by I Furtado, Easingwold, 144 miles. RACE SUMMARY
ZAFAAN does have to prove his stamina for this far on the Flat but arrives on the back of a recent hurdle win and has the services of Billy Loughnane. Trojan Truth makes life awkward for himself with his slow starts but has a bit of class for this grade and is second choice ahead of Wonderful Wendy.
1-2-3: 1.ZAFAAN (IRE) 2.TROJAN TRUTH 3.WONDERFUL WENDY KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder
Br
Jockey
Trainer
Sponsor
no
horse
age
st lb
Draw
1
TROJAN TRUTH (GB) (10) 632535 C
7
9-12
(3)
B g Ulysses (IRE) - Verity Woodham Walter Partnership Br Cheveley Park Stud Limited
Luke Morris Ed de Giles, Ledbury Ed de Giles Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Typically slowly away but recorded a turf hat-trick last summer. Placed on 4 occasions this year but never a threat after another very slow start here (1 1/2m) 10 days ago. Blinkers back on. More than capable off this mark but comes with risks. TFRHHHHI BHA55
2
LEDNIKOV (GB) (28) 550435 D
B g Footstepsinthesand - Ledena Crazy Racing Ltd Br Litex Commerce
8
9-7
Elle-May Croot (5) Ivan Furtado, Easingwold
(2)
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a sixth Southwell in March but has rarely threatened the judge since, including well held back at Southwell on latest start 3 weeks ago. TFRHHIII BHA50
3
WONDERFUL WENDY (GB) (10) 0-56254
B f Kameko (USA) - Maralika (FR) Mr B. Preece Br Mickley Stud & Tim & Miranda Johnson
4
9-6
Joe Leavy James Evans, Kinnersley The Little Jet Company Ltd
(9)
TIMEFORM VIEW Improved second on handicap debut at Chepstow (1 1/2m) in June. Hasn’t reproduced that TFRHHHII BHA49 level in 2 subsequent outings but she has fewer convictions than most at this level.
4
ZAFAAN (IRE) (58) 555-145
6
B g Zoffany (IRE) - Gush (USA) Odds-On Syndicate Br Kilshannig Stud & Flaxman Holdings
9-6
Billy Loughnane Charlie Clover, Newmarket Clover Horse Transport
(7)
TIMEFORMVIEWLanded a 1 1/4m Yarmouth classified race in June and arrives on the back of a hurdle win at Worcester (2m) in this headgear combination 24 days ago. Likely to have a big say under Loughnane if stamina holds over the longest trip he’s tackled on the Flat. TFRHHHHH BHA49
5
BAILEYS WARRIOR (GB) (30) 4000-36 C
B m The Gurkha (IRE) - Missisipi Star (IRE) Mrs Danika Faulkner Br Petches Farm Ltd
8
9-5
(10)
Robert Havlin Thomas Faulkner, Devauden
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual 2m all-weather winner in 2024, including here. Back on track when 3 1/2 lengths third of 9 over 1 1/2m at Chepstow on return in June but not in the same form back there since. TFRHHIII BHA48
6
BILLINGSGATE GOLD (GB) (30) 06060
B f Havana Gold (IRE) - Cape Cyclone (IRE) Mr Anthony Lyons Br Anthony Lyons
3
9-4
Marco Ghiani Stuart Williams, Newmarket
(1)
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Could only manage a well-held seventh of 13 on handicap debut at Windsor (11.5f, good to soft) 30 days ago but has fewer convictions than the rest of these. The cheekpieces she’s worn the last twice are now left off and replaced by a first-time tongue tie. TFRHHHII BHA54
7
BIGZ BELIEF (IRE) (29) 420305
B g Make Believe - Manaka (FR) Mr Charles Cole & Mr Myles Osborne Br Springwell Stud
9
9-3
Gina Mangan Miss Celine De La Haye, Jersey
(4)
TIMEFORM VIEW Drawn a blank since a Sligo hurdle success in June 2023 but he was second in a 1 1/2m course handicap for Fergal O’Brien in March. Also runner-up on Jersey for new trainer last month. TFRHHHII BHA46 18
8
LATE CLAIM (FR) (7) 643006
Br m Almanzor (FR) - Star Value (IRE) The Pit Stop Partnership Br The Royal Studs
5
9-3
Finlay Bassett (7) John Mackie, Church Broughton Steve Foster Cranes Ltd, John Mackie Racing
(5)
TIMEFORM VIEW Sole success came on handicap bow at Lingfield last December. Looked back in form when third switched to classified company at Ayr in June but little impact back in handicaps since. TFRHHIII BHA46
9
DIJON GONE (GB) (18) 000626
B f Too Darn Hot - Insoumise (IRE) Bramble Syndicate Br Highclere Stud & Paul Naughton
3
9-0
George Bass Denis Coakley, West Ilsley Denis Coakley Racing
(6)
TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to form when creditable second of 13 in handicap at Windsor (11.5f) last month but not in the same form when sixth at Epsom since. Steps up in trip now tackling tapeta for the first time. TFRHHHII BHA50
10
LONG REIGN (GB) (4) 0000
3
B g Time Test - Quiet Queen Mr A. Wardall Br Alvediston Stud
8-13
Tyler Heard Marcus Tregoning, Whitsbury Alvediston Stud
(8)
TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to a useful sort but has yet to show much, including on Pontefract handicap debut just 4 days ago. First-time cheekpieces need to spark improvement. TFRHHIII BHA49 2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 10. Hood worn by No. 4. Blinkers worn by No. 1, 2. Visor worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 8, 9. Stewards Note: TROJAN TRUTH: Following its run on 18/9/2026 it was reported that the horse was very slow into stride. Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Zafaan (IRE), 11-2 Trojan Truth (GB), 6-1 Wonderful Wendy (GB), 8-1 Lednikov (GB), Dijon Gone (GB), 10-1 Baileys Warrior (GB), 14-1 Billingsgate Gold (GB), 20-1 Long Reign (GB), 22-1 Bigz Belief (IRE), 25-1 Late Claim (FR)
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SEVENTH RACE 7.30 ONE MILE ABOUT 142 YARDS [8F ABT 142YDS] FOR THREE YRS OLD
THE FREE RACE REPLAYS ON attheraces.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Total prize fund £6200 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2560, 2nd £1280, 3rd £640, 4th £320, 5th £160. (Penalty Value £3245.08) SS
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): T Carroll (123 wins from 1233 runners, 10%) runs CROWN THE FUTURE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Hughes (5 wins from 29 runners, 17%) runs YES WALIIM LONGEST TRAVELLER: FENAY BRIDGE trained by I Furtado, Easingwold, 144 miles. RACE SUMMARY
CROWN THE FUTURE has already won here and looks the most solid option after his good second over C&D last time. Ernie McCrew was a place behind the selection on that occasion and has won at Lingfield since. Wild Rosie and Oisin Murphy’s mount Roserunner also make the shortlist. 1-2-3: 1.CROWN THE FUTURE (IRE) 2.ERNIE MCCREW (IRE) 3.WILD ROSIE KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder
Br
Jockey
Trainer
Sponsor
no
horse
st lb
Draw
1
AROUSE (IRE) (18) 46-6
9-9
(13)
B g Space Blues (IRE) - Stimulate Chola Dynasty & Partners Br The Stimulate Partnership
Callum Shepherd David Simcock, Newmarket David Simcock Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Understandably looked rusty back from 11 months off when sixth of 8 in maiden at Lingfield (1m, all-weather) 18 days ago. Entitled to come on for the run and brings unexposed potential to this handicap debut. TFRHHHII BHA60
2
ROSERUNNER (GB) (98) 1-25503
9-8
B c Roseman (IRE) - Wootton Creek Mrs Lucie Botti Br Gregory Saveall-Green
Oisin Murphy Marco Botti, Newmarket Marco Botti Ltd
(9)
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a 1m Lingfield maiden second time up in December. Close second on C&D handicap debut in January and back on form when third of 10 at Windsor (1m) when last seen in June. Oisin Murphy gets the leg up back from a break. TFRHHHHI BHA59
3
COXY’S STAR (GB) (19) 0-54040
B f Sea The Moon (GER) - Katawi Hurdwell, Langley, Cox & Partners Br Moyns Park Estate and Stud Ltd
9-7
Lewis Edmunds William Muir & Chris Grassick, Lambourn Tote
(5)
TIMEFORM VIEW Creditable fourth of 8 in a handicap at Lingfield (7f) last month but failed to build on it when only ninth of 14 at Kempton (1m) since. TFRHHIII BHA58
4
AHEAD OF FASHION (GB) (14) 245640
B g Dream Ahead (USA) - Fashion Edwards, Ash & Hughes Br Denford Stud Ltd
9-6
(11)
Ben Ffrench Davis (5) Dominic Ffrench Davis, Lambourn High View Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Long-standing maiden who was well held in 1m Kempton handicap a fortnight ago. A first-time tongue tie needs to have a positive effect. TFRHHIII BHA57
5
YES WALIIM (IRE) (21) 046126
B g Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Caelica (IRE) Mr Richard Hughes Br T. Stewart & J. Hanly
9-5
Billy Loughnane Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn Richmond Events Ltd
(8)
TIMEFORMVIEWGot off the mark in 7f handicap at Lingfield (all-weather) in August and backed it up with a good second at Windsor (6f) a week later. Not so good back at Windsor in first-time cheekpieces (retained) last time and now steps back up in trip with Loughnane taking over from a 7lb claimer. TFRHHHII BHA56
6
TOPATHEMORNING (GB) (12) 6-50000
B f Mohaather - Topaling saxon hall Br Saxon Hall & Mr Arthur Winn
9-4
Marco Ghiani Stuart Williams, Newmarket David Tompkins Ltd
(3)
TIMEFORM VIEW Probably flattered on her sole 2-y-o start given her struggles this year. Wears first-time cheekpieces. TFRHHIII BHA55
7
SONBELIEVABLE (GB) (73) 000
B g Mayson - Believable Luck Is For The Mediocre Br Cheveley Park Stud Limited
9-3
Luke Morris Joseph Parr, Newmarket
(1)
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in 3 qualifying runs at up to 1m over the summer. Handicaps provide him with a more realistic chance but would need to see market support to consider. TFRHHIII BHA54 20
8
ERNIE MCCREW (IRE) (16) 552631
9-3
Ch g Galileo Gold - Forgiving Flower Mr H Maye & J S Moore Br Ms Denise Looney
Taylor Fisher J. S. Moore, Upper Lambourn
(7)
TIMEFORM VIEW Gained reward for some good placed efforts in recent months (including C&D) when getting off the mark in 1m Lingfield handicap in first-time cheekpieces (retained) 16 days ago. Respected off 4lb higher. TFRHHHHI BHA54
9
CROWN THE FUTURE (IRE) (21) 300452 C
8-13
B g Coulsty (IRE) - Palace Future Linroyale Potatoes Ltd Br Gerard Phelan
Tom Marquand Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
(6)
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner. 10/1, good second (Ernie McCrew third) of 12 over C&D 21 days ago, clear of rest. Major player under Marquand. TFRHHHHH BHA50
10
WILD ROSIE (GB) (18) 060004
8-11
B f Nathaniel (IRE) - Rose Berry Strawberry Fields Stud Br Strawberry Fields Stud
Nicola Currie Chris Dwyer, Newmarket Strawberry Fields Stud
(2)
TIMEFORM VIEW Ran one of this season’s better races when fourth of 10 in handicap at Lingfield (1 1/4m, all-weather) 18 days ago. Has a hood and cheekpieces combined for the first time here. Claims if able to back up that Lingfield run. TFRHHHHI BHA48
11
FENAY BRIDGE (IRE) (21) 0400
8-9
Ch f Twilight Son - Rosebride Alfa Site Services Ltd Br Kildaragh Stud
Joe Leavy Ivan Furtado, Easingwold Alfa Site Services Ltd
(4)
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced sort who was caught too far back and met trouble when eighth of 12 on C&D handicap debut 21 days ago and can be given another chance to show what she can do from this mark. TFRHHHII BHA46
12
THOMAS TALLIS (GB) (33) 000-030
B g Havana Gold (IRE) - Polyphony (IRE) Eventmasters Racing Br Eventmasters & Mr Frank Murphy
8-9
(12)
Tyler Heard John Mackie, Church Broughton Eventmasters Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Good third of 8 on handicap debut at Southwell (1m) last month and had an excuse (denied a clear run) when down the field over this C&D since. TFRHHHII BHA44
13
KAIKO (GB) (28) 50600
B f Kameko (USA) - Miss Academe (IRE) Birdwood Racing Br The Miss Academe Partnership
8-9
(10)
Gina Mangan Adrian Wintle, Westbury-On-Severn
TIMEFORM VIEW Has finished well held on all 5 turf starts, including a couple of low-grade handicaps. TFRHIIII BHA37 2025: WARM GLOW 3 9 5 Daniel Muscutt 12-1 (James Fanshawe) 12 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 13 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 6. Hood worn by No. 1, 10. Blinkers worn by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 8.
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RACE SEVEN
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Ernie McCrew (IRE), 7-2 Crown The Future (IRE), 7-1 Yes Waliim (IRE), Wild Rosie (GB), 10-1 Roserunner (GB), 16-1 Coxy’s Star (GB), 18-1 Ahead of Fashion (GB), 25-1 Fenay Bridge (IRE), 28-1 Thomas Tallis (GB), 33-1 Arouse (IRE), 40-1 Topathemorning (GB), 50-1 Sonbelievable (GB), 300-1 Kaiko (GB)
EIGHTH RACE 8.00 ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS [5F ABT 21YDS] FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE CAVANI WINNING FORM HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Total prize fund £7600 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3138, 2nd £1569, 3rd £784, 4th £392, 5th £196. (Penalty Value £3977.84) SS
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): M Appleby (70 wins from 540 runners, 13%) runs BONA FORTUNA TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): M Appleby (5 wins from 24 runners, 21%) runs BONA FORTUNA LONGEST TRAVELLERS: ADALIDA & LOLEETA trained by S C Williams, COMIC STRIP trained by S & E Crisford, U S S CHARLESTON trained by L Souza - all Newmarket, 125 miles. RACE SUMMARY
A tight handicap. Given it was only his second outing of the year BONA FORTUNA might be able to build on his last Brighton second. Too Darn Good won in taking fashion over C&D 3 weeks ago and is feared most ahead of Nogo’s Dream, who is quirky but is down to his lowest mark for a long time. 1-2-3: 1.BONA FORTUNA (IRE) 2.TOO DARN GOOD (IRE) 3.NOGO’S DREAM KEY colours
Owner
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Breeder
Jockey
Br
Trainer
Sponsor
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horse
age
st lb
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BONA FORTUNA (IRE) (27) 2226-62
5
9-12
(2)
B g Mehmas (IRE) - Ajla (IRE) Value Racing - Bona Fortuna Br Tally-Ho Stud
Luke Morris Michael Appleby, Oakham Trade Access Panels Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner in 2024. Runner-up 4 times since, including at Brighton (5.3f, good) 27 days ago. That was only his second outing of the season so he’s fresh for the time of year. Makes all-weather debut. TFRHHHHH BHA75
2
COMIC STRIP (IRE) (58) 2-30550 CD
B g Blue Point (IRE) - Laugh Aloud Rabbah Racing Br Godolphin
3
9-11
Harry Davies Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket
(1)
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of back-to-back all-weather nurseries at the end of last year (including C&D). More miss than hit this season but is feasibly handicapped if a return to all-weather sparks a revival. TFRHHHII BHA75
3
U S S CHARLESTON (GB) (15) 524356 CD
B c U S Navy Flag (USA) - Charleston Belle Mr J Millar Br Burns Farm Stud
3
9-10
Lewis Edmunds Lemos De Souza, Newmarket Class1Personnel
(7)
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner. Added to his tally at Yarmouth (5f) in May but the handicapper has been winning the argument TFRHHHII BHA74 since and he remains 3lb above that last win mark. First-time blinkers and tongue tie go on.
4
TOO DARN GOOD (IRE) (21) 035161 CD
3
9-9
B g Too Darn Hot - Rebecca Rocks K Hunter, D Leon and Hunscote Stud Ltd Br Hunscote Stud Limited
Nicola Currie Henry Candy, Wantage
5
3
(8)
TIMEFORMVIEWBack to form under an attacking ride when getting off the mark in an 11-runner event at Windsor in July. Went off too hard there next time but settled better with cheekpieces removed and produced a career best to see off 8 rivals over C&D 3 weeks ago. Raised 7lb but he was well on top at the line. TFRHHHHI BHA73
ADALIDA (GB) (17) 021253 D
B f Ardad (IRE) - Squelch Mr Derek J. Willis Br Mr Derek J. Willis
9-8
Marco Ghiani Stuart Williams, Newmarket
(5)
TIMEFORM VIEW Doubled her tally at Yarmouth (5f, firm) in July. Creditable third of 9 in handicap at Sandown (5f, soft) 17 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA72
6
NOGO’S DREAM (GB) (20) 264264 CD
B g Oasis Dream - Morning Chimes (IRE) Mr R. J. Rexton Br Foursome Thoroughbreds
6
9-8
Oisin Murphy Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn Richmond Events Ltd
(6)
TIMEFORM VIEW Quirky sort but often makes the frame and 2 of his 4 wins have been gained under Oisin Murphy. Back on a good mark. TFRHHHHI BHA71
7
LOLEETA (GB) (27) 602551 D
Bl f Tasleet - Lolamotion No Fun Winning Alone Club Br Culworth Grounds Farm
3
9-7
Olivia Haines (7) Stuart Williams, Newmarket Spillers Horse Feeds
(3)
TIMEFORM VIEW Front runner who recorded a first handicap success at Brighton (5.3f, good) 27 days ago. Likely to remain competitive off 5lb higher. TFRHHHII BHA71 22
8
ENTER SANDMAN (IRE) (14) 250433 D
3
9-3
(4)
B g Starman - Paella (IRE) Billy Loughnane N J Clayton Dominic Ffrench Davis, Lambourn Br Tally-Ho Stud Njc Thermal Covers (UK) Ltd, Best Bespoke Energy Saving Thermal Covers TIMEFORM VIEW Successful on all-weather over 5f at Newcastle and Lingfield in the spring. Ended his time with Richard Spencer with thirds over C&D and at Windsor in the first half of this month. New connections recently acquired him for 7,000 gns. TFRHHHII BHA67
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6, 8.
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Bona Fortuna (IRE), Too Darn Good (IRE), 7-1 Loleeta (GB), 8-1 Nogo’s Dream (GB), Enter Sandman (IRE), 9-1 Adalida (GB), 10-1 Comic Strip (IRE), 16-1 U S S Charleston (GB)
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NINTH RACE 8.30 ONE MILE, ONE FURLONG ABOUT 104 YARDS [9F ABT 104YDS] FOR THREE YRS OLD
THE FREE DIGITAL RACECARD AT raceday-ready.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Total prize fund £7600 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3138, 2nd £1569, 3rd £784, 4th £392, 5th £196. (Penalty Value £3977.84) SS
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): T Carroll (123 wins from 1233 runners, 10%) runs FAR FAR OUT TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Balding (9 wins from 71 runners, 13%) runs RELENTLESS HERO LONGEST TRAVELLER: VEGA STORM trained by R & P Fahey, Malton, 145 miles. RACE SUMMARY
THE ANTHONY GOVER escapes a penalty for last week’s win and is taken to overcome the outside stall and land a C&D hat-trick. Pipily is another with good recent C&D form and is second choice ahead of Vega Storm and Variety Act.
1-2-3: 1.THE ANTHONY GOVER 2.PIPILY 3.VEGA STORM (IRE) KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder
Br
Jockey
Trainer
Sponsor
no
horse
st lb
Draw
1
MAJD AL KAZEM (FR) (73) 5430-0
9-9
(11)
Ch g Zarak (FR) - Little Nightingale (FR) Mr J Simmons Br Mr Nasser al Nasari
George Wood Hilal Kobeissi, Newmarket
TIMEFORMVIEWImproved form when third of 7 in 7f Catterick maiden last August but well held in Newmarket handicap on final start and suffered a similar fate on 1m Newbury reappearance in July. Steps up in trip back from 10 weeks off. Also hooded first time. TFRHHIII BHA69
2
CELTIC CHARIOT (IRE) (17) 641160
9-9
Ch g Ghaiyyath (IRE) - Cavernndchipmunks (FR) Law Abiding Citizens Br Cavernndchipmunks Syndicate
Jack Mitchell Kevin & Lauren Frost, Newark Kevin Frost Racing
(4)
TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown the odd quirk but he won a pair of 1m turf handicaps in July. Two lesser runs have followed, though. TFRHHIII BHA69
3
VARIETY ACT (GER) (27) 2-344
B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Visoriyna (FR) Ehnicholls Holdings Ltd - Osborne House Br Stauffenberg Bloodstock
9-9
Luke Morris Sir Mark Prescott Bt, Newmarket R & E Bamford Limited
(7)
TIMEFORMVIEWShowed promise in 2 of his 3 qualifying runs in the winter and might have needed the run after 6 months off when fourth of 6 on C&D handicap debut 27 days ago. Has cheekpieces added now. Remains unexposed. TFRHHHHI BHA69
4
ZIGGY’S AVENGER (GB) (24) 031540
9-8
B g Space Blues (IRE) - Stay Forever (FR) Middleham Park Racing & Harry Kassap LLC Br Genesis Green Stud Ltd
Callum Shepherd Michael Bell, Newmarket Tattersalls
(5)
TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark at Ripon (1m) in June. Not discredited on next 2 outings and possibly simply failed to cope with heavy ground at Haydock last time. TFRHHHII BHA68
5
MUSICAL ACCORD (GB) (30) 0660
9-7
B f Camelot - Bonhomie Mrs Doreen Tabor Br Highclere Stud
Rhys Clutterbuck Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down Ashford Stud of 5095
(6)
TIMEFORM VIEW Good pedigree but hasn’t shown much sign that she can live up to it so far, including well held on Beverley handicap debut (1 1/4m, heavy) 30 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA67
6
THE ANTHONY GOVER (GB) (7) 463211 CD
B g Mehmas (IRE) - Durance (GER) Urloxhey Racing Br Pursuit of Success LLC
9-5
(12)
Billy Loughnane Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich Coulthursts Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWOn a hat-trick after a pair of C&D wins this month, the first one gained under Billy Loughnane. The second came in an apprentice race last week and he makes obvious appeal turned out unpenalised. TFRHHHHH BHA65
7
RELENTLESS HERO (GB) (17) 410500
Ch g Ulysses (IRE) - Quite A Thing The Relentless Dreamers & Partner Br Lady Fairhaven
9-4
Oisin Murphy Andrew Balding, Kingsclere Tote
(2)
TIMEFORM VIEW Made all to get off the mark at the fourth attempt in a 1 1/4m Lingfield maiden in testing conditions in June but has finished well held in 4 handicaps since. First-time cheekpieces need to have a positive effect. TFRHHIII BHA64 24
8
PIPILY (GB) (27) 64-0243
9-4
B f Showcasing - Affected (IRE) The Property Investor Partnership Ltd Br Plantation Stud
Tom Marquand T. J. Kent, Newmarket The Property Investor Partnership Ltd
(9)
TIMEFORMVIEWShowed improved form upped to 1 1/4m when just denied by a subsequent winner at Newmarket in July. Built on that effort at the second time of asking when 1/2-length third of 10 over this C&D 27 days ago. Player under Marquand. TFRHHHHI BHA64
9
VEGA STORM (IRE) (28) 504634 BF
B g Lucky Vega (IRE) - Constant Comment (IRE) Let’s Go Racing 2 Br Dr Jim Moore
9-2
(10)
Harry Russell Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton Racing People
TIMEFORM VIEW Has reached the frame 3 times in handicaps at up to 1m and the way he plugged on for fourth at Southwell last time suggests this slightly longer trip is worth a go. TFRHHHHI BHA62
10
BACK AT ONE (IRE) (63) 0655
B g Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Deep Influence King Power Racing Co Ltd Br JC Bloodstock Limited
9-1
Ray Dawson Roger Varian, Newmarket King Power International Co Ltd
(3)
TIMEFORM VIEW Well-connected gelding who showed more than previously when fifth of 13 on handicap debut at Southwell (1m) 63 days ago. May do better. TFRHHHII BHA61
11
COBALT COMET (GB) (21) 351000
B g Massaat (IRE) - Primanora Mr J. Payne Br Wayne Hutchinson
9-0
Lewis Edmunds John Mackie, Church Broughton Cobalt Resource Ltd, John Mackie Racing
(1)
TIMEFORM VIEW Gained a first success when making all in handicap at Leicester in June but below-form seventh on all 3 starts since, including to The Anthony Gover over C&D 21 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA60
12
FAR FAR OUT (IRE) (33) 5000
B g Kingman - Forever Be (IRE) Mr W. Clifford Br Flaxman Stables Ireland Ltd
8-11
William Carson Tony Carroll, Cropthorne Byerley Stud (Courtlands) Ltd
(8)
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held all 4 starts, including 1 1/2m Kempton handicap debut 33 days ago. Back down in trip. TFRHIIII BHA57 2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Hood worn first time by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3, 7. Hood worn by No. 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6, 8. Stewards Note: ZIGGY’S AVENGER: Following its run on 4/9/2026 it was reported that the horse ran too free. Probable S.P’s: 15-8 The Anthony Gover (GB), 4-1 Pipily (GB), 13-2 Vega Storm (IRE), 9-1 Variety Act (GER), 11-1 Back At One (IRE), 25-1 Relentless Hero (GB), 28-1 Celtic Chariot (IRE), Ziggy’s Avenger (GB), 33-1 Cobalt Comet (GB), 40-1 Musical Accord (GB), 66-1 Majd Al Kazem (FR), Far Far Out (IRE)
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RACE CONDITIONS First Race 4.22 - THE FREE TIPS ON attheraces.com AMATEUR JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3079 to the winning horse The second to receive £1540, the third £769, the fourth £385 and the fifth £192. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-65 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £31 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £25 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 26th. Lowest weight 9st 11lb; Highest weight not less than 11st 2lb Penalties, after September 19th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys who are members of the Amateur Jockeys’ Association of Great Britain by the deadline for Declaration of Jockeys and on the day of the race Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to September 25th, 2026, have not ridden more than 10 winners in races under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden any such winner 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed). Sky Sports Racing has kindly sponsored this race and will provide a memento to the winning Owner & the handler responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. 18 entries, at £31. - Closed September 22nd, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2677; Second £1339; Third £669; Fourth £335; Fifth £167. (Penalty Value £3079.54) A SS SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 4.55 - THE DOWNLOAD THE AT THE RACES APP NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5940 to the winning horse The second to receive £2788, the third £1394 and the fourth £697. for novice three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, September 22nd and pay £55 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 26th. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 9st 9lb; fillies 9st 4lb Penalties, for each Restricted Novice or Maiden race won 5lb For each other race won 7lb (Where appropriate, median auction and auction Novice or Maiden races will carry the same penalty as Restricted races) (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties). SKY SPORTS RACING will present £25 to the handler responsible for the handler responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 24 entries at £55. - Closed September 22nd, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4694; Second £2346; Third £1174; Fourth £586. (Penalty Value £5940) SS SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 5.30 - THE FOLLOW @attheraces ON INSTAGRAM EBF FILLIES’ NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6480 to the winning horse The second to receive £3042, the third £1521 and the fourth £760. for novice two yrs old fillies only, which are E.B.F. eligible. Enter by noon, September 22nd and pay £60 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 26th. Weights: 9st 2lb each Penalties, for each Restricted Novice or Maiden race won 4lb For each other race won 7lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties). SKY SPORTS RACING has kindly sponsored this race and will provide a memento to the winning Owner & the handler responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. 17 entries at £60. - Closed September 22nd, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5120; Second £2560; Third £1280; Fourth £640. (Penalty Value £6480) SS SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 6.00 - THE CAVANI STYLE & SPEED HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV I) 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 46-55 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £31 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £25 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 26th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st; 3-y-o 8st 11lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 9lb; 3-y-o 9st 6lb Penalties, after September 19th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. CAVANI has kindly sponsored this race and will provide a memento to the winning Owner & the handler responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. 14 entries, at £31. - Closed September 22nd, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2560; Second £1280; Third £640; Fourth £320; Fifth £160. (Penalty Value £3245.08) SS SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 6.30 - THE CAVANI STYLE & SPEED HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV II) 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 46-55 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £31 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £25 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 26th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st; 3-y-o 8st 11lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 9lb; 3-y-o 9st 6lb Penalties, after September 19th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. CAVANI has kindly sponsored this race and will provide a memento to the winning Owner & the handler responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. 13 entries, 1 at £6 and 12 at £31. Closed September 22nd, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2560; Second £1280; Third £640; Fourth £320; Fifth £160. (Penalty Value £3245.08) Weights raised 1lbs and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 7.00 - THE SKY SPORTS RACING SKY 415 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3245 to the winning horse The second to receive £1522, the third £760, the fourth £380 and the fifth £189. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-55 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £31 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £25 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 26th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 3lb; 3-y-o 8st 10lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 12lb; 3-y-o 9st 5lb Penalties, after September 19th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. SKY SPORTS RACING has kindly sponsored this race and will provide a memento to the winning Owner & the handler responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. 15 entries, 1 at £6 and 14 at £31. - Closed September 22nd, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2560; Second £1280; Third £640; Fourth £320; Fifth £160. (Penalty Value £3245.08) SS SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 7.30 - THE FREE RACE REPLAYS ON attheraces.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3245 to the winning horse The second to receive £1522, the third £760, the fourth £380 and the fifth £189. for three yrs old only, Rated 46-60 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £31 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £25 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 26th. Lowest weight 8st 9lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after September 19th, 2026, for each race won 6lb. SKY SPORTS RACING has kindly sponsored this race and will provide a memento to the winning Owner & the handler responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. 17 entries, at £31. - Closed September 22nd, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2560; Second £1280; Third £640; Fourth £320; Fifth £160. (Penalty Value £3245.08) SS SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE. Eighth Race 8.00 - THE CAVANI WINNING FORM 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 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. September 26th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 7lb; 3-y-o 8st 6lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 12lb; 3-y-o 9st 11lb Penalties, after September 19th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. CAVANI has kindly sponsored this race and will provide a memento to the winning Owner & the handler responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. 17 entries, at £38. - Closed September 22nd, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3138; Second £1569; Third £784; Fourth £392; Fifth £196. (Penalty Value £3977.84) SS SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE. Ninth Race 8.30 - THE FREE DIGITAL RACECARD AT raceday-ready.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3977 to the winning horse The second to receive £1866, the third £932, the fourth £466 and the fifth £232. for three yrs old only, Rated 51-70 (also open to such horses rated 50 and below). £38 stake if the horse is rated 51 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 50 or lower with £31 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 26th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after September 19th, 2026, for each race won 6lb. WOLVERHAMPTON RACECOURSE will present a memento to the winning Owner & the handler responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. 15 entries, at £38. - Closed September 22nd, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3138; Second £1569; Third £784; Fourth £392; Fifth £196. (Penalty Value £3977.84) SS SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE. 27