CROSS COUNTER - making a winning debut in the 32Red.com EBF Novice Stakes here on 9th December 2017 Less than 12 months later, he became the first British-trained winner of the race that stops a nation - the prestigious Melbourne Cup.
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3 CROSS COUNTER (GB) (100) 11-11 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
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TUESDAY 2 JUNE
(UNDER THE RULES OF RACING)
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GREG PEARSON (Chief Steward), CAROLINE WILSON (Stewards' Panel Chair), DANIEL ANDREWS, GUY UPTON, MICHAEL WALTON
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FIRST RACE 5.24
ONE MILE, FOUR FURLONGS ABOUT 51 YARDS [12F ABT 51YDS] FOR THREE YRS OLD THE CAVANI SIGNATURE STYLE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
Total prize fund
£6200 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2560, 2nd £1280, 3rd £640, 4th £320, 5th £160. (Penalty Value £3245.08) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): C Johnston (40 wins from 337 runners, 12%) runs PORT DARWIN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): C Johnston (6 wins from 53 runners, 11%) runs PORT DARWIN LONGEST TRAVELLER: PORT DARWIN trained by C Johnston, Middleham, 140 miles.
KAKIRRA has been on a roll since switched to handicaps and is taken to complete the hat-trick Grindleton looks the most obvious choice to chase the selection home from Goldfinder
Ch g Australia - Porthilly (FR)
Rob Hornby Kingsley Park 42
Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Br Mr Oliver Pawle Johnston Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Back on track when second at Kempton on penultimate start. Unable to repeat that back on turf when well held at Ripon (1 1/4m, good) 25 days ago. Back up in trip but others appeal more. TFRHHHII BHA60
2 GRINDLETON (GB) (14) 643-42 9-9 (6)
B g Ribchester (IRE) - Chamomile Oisin Murphy
Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook
Daniel & Claire Kubler, Lambourn
Br Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook Oakmere Homes, Oakmere Homes (North West) Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-raced maiden Took a step forward when second of 11 in handicap at Nottingham (1 1/4m, good to soft, 13/2) 14 days ago. A likely player on tapeta debut TFRHHHHI BHA60
3 SIR GRIFLET (IRE) (15) 5556
B g Camelot - Alta Anna (FR)
9-9 (8)
Kieran Shoemark
Mr Paul Goonan Dylan Cunha, Newmarket
Br Lynch-Bages & Rhinestone Bloodstock
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed fair form in maiden at Salisbury in May. Failed to match that on handicap debut at Windsor (11.4f, good to firm) 15 days ago. More required. TFRHHIII BHA60
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden 12/1, good fourth of 9 on handicap bow at Kempton (1 1/2m) 33 days ago. Chance of another minor role TFRHHHHI BHA59
5 KAKIRRA (IRE) (20) 64011 CD
B g Australia - Moonlife (IRE)
Red Post Racing
Br Loughtown Stud
9-7 (5)
Billy Loughnane
Ollie Sangster, Marlborough
TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved since sent handicapping, winning over C&D and at Bath just 5 days apart in May. Steps back up in trip and has to be taken seriously from a 13Ib higher mark in hat-trick bid TFRHHHHH BHA58
6 MISS MAMBO (IRE) (25) 40-036
B f Elzaam (AUS) - Miss Fifty (IRE)
Premier Thoroughbred Racing Ltd
9-6 (7)
Saffie Osborne
Gay Kelleway, Newmarket
Br Ballyhane Premier Thoroughbred Racing Ltd, Dodson and Horrell
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden Showed little switched to handicaps at Ripon 25 days ago. Improvement required upped significantly in trip on first tapeta run. TFRHHIII BHA57
7 RISK AVERSE REBEL (IRE) (39) 06-3345 8-12 (4)
B c Starman - Cin Cin (IRE) Gina Mangan MAP ROOM Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall
Br Parc Partnership Far Logistics Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWHas looked a hard ride but made the frame first 3 starts this season at this course 11/1, below form fifth of 9 in handicap at Doncaster (1 1/4m, good to firm) in April. Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals. TFRHHHII BHA49
8
MAKE IT UP (IRE) (33) 000-33 BF 8-9 (1)
B g Make Believe - Topka (FR)
Rathmoy Racing VI
Br Kenilworth House Stud
Harry Davies
William Knight, Newmarket
William Knight Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW No impact in novice/maiden company last year and yet to fully convince this season despite finishing third both starts in handicaps. Minor role most likely again TFRHHHII BHA43
2025: DEEP WATER BAY 3 9 9 Luke Morris EVENS (Sir Mark Prescott Bt) 6 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 8
Blinkers worn by No. 1.
Stewards Note:
PORT DARWIN: Following its run on 8/5/2026 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Kakirra (IRE), 7-2 Grindleton (GB), 11-2 Port Darwin (IRE), Make It Up (IRE), 10-1 Goldfinder (GB), 14-1 Risk Averse Rebel (IRE), 20-1 Sir Griflet (IRE), 33-1 Miss Mambo (IRE)
POSITION OF STALLS
7f 36y: Outside, Remainder: Inside
RECORD TIMES
6f Mubakker (USA) (2yo)
6f
7f Richard R H B (IRE) (2yo) 23Nov19
1m½f Jack Hobbs (GB) (2yo) 27Dec14
1m½f Keystroke (GB) (3yo+) 26Nov16
1m1½f Emissary (GB) (2yo) 12Oct19 1m
1m1½f Storm Ahead (IRE) (3yo+) 18Nov19
1m4f Paths Of Glory (GB) (3yo+) 19Oct19
1m6f Tribal Art (IRE) (3yo+) 19Apr22 2m 57.16s 2m 58.20s
SEVEN FURLONGS ABOUT 36 YARDS [7F ABT 36YDS] FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE SKY SPORTS RACING VIRGIN 512 CLASSIFIED STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV I)
Total prize fund
£6200 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2560, 2nd £1280, 3rd £640, 4th £320, 5th £160. (Penalty Value £3245.08) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): C Johnston (40 wins from 337 runners, 12%) runs SANDITON TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): C Johnston (6 wins from 53 runners, 11%) runs SANDITON LONGEST TRAVELLER: SANDITON trained by C Johnston, Middleham, 140 miles.
Little in the way of good recent form here but MINTANA won a similar contest at Lingfield earlier this year and may be able to register another victory Diligent Henry and Sanditon can also make their presence felt.
TIMEFORM VIEW Disappointed at Doncaster latest but had shaped as if back in form when fifth over C&D previously and must enter calculations TFRHHHHI BHA48
2 GREEN VALENTINE (IRE) (84) 00-0005
B m Profitable (IRE) - Valentine Hill (IRE)
Mr Damien G. Wingrove
Br Dr A. Calnan
5 9-9 (7)
Rose Dawes (5)
Damien Wingrove, Bridgnorth
TIMEFORMVIEW Won a low-grade handicap at Newcastle in November but has lost her form since and no signs of a revival for new yard here in March. TFRHHIII BHA46
3 MINTANA (GB) (33) 521546 C D
6 9-9 (5)
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 similar event at Lingfield in February. Below that level in handicaps since but could well bounce back here. TFRHHHHH BHA48
4 MISTER MCGREGOR (IRE) (14) 0-52000
4 9-9 (2)
Ch g Harry Angel (IRE) - Pulcinella (IRE) Robert Havlin
Mr Keith Jones
Michael Mullineaux, Tarporley
Br Pulcinella Partnership Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden and addition of visor had little effect at Nottingham last time Eyeshields on first time/blinkers back on
5 MORNING SUIT (IRE) (64) 00/00-00
TFRHHIII BHA46
5 9-9 (6)
Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - La Rioja Grace McEntee
Mr Trevor Johnson Phil McEntee, Newmarket
Br The La Rioja Partnership Tallon International Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Little form for a good while now and failed to come on for return effort here in March. TFRHHIII BHA40
6 PACIFIC PRINCE (GB) (77) 000-006
5 9-9 (9)
Ch g Australia - Vasilia Laura Coughlan (3)
Miss J. C. Blackwell James Bennett, Wantage
Br V. I. Araci James Bennett Racehorse Transport
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to trouble the judge and never looked like landing a blow over a longer trip here in March. TFRHHIII BHA48
7 SANDITON (IRE) (12) 066065 D
Ch g Footstepsinthesand - Canasta
4 9-9 (1)
Jack Mitchell Owners Group 136
Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Br Elite Racing Club Owners Group
TIMEFORMVIEWBelatedly off the mark at Chelmsford (7f) in February. Hasn’t built on that since but has the form to play a part here. TFRHHHHI BHA50
8 STAR OF ATLANTIS (IRE) (42) 30-0050 C D 5 9-9 (8)
B m Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Sibling Honour
Billy Loughnane Wintle Racing Club
Br Irish National Stud Mare Syndicate
Adrian Wintle, Westbury-On-Severn
TIMEFORM VIEW Been a mixed bag since scoring here this time last year, disappointing over C&D in April. Claims if on a going day. TFRHHHII BHA47
9 IMTHEQUEENOFSHEBA
B f A’Ali (IRE) - Electric Feel
(GB) (195) 600-
3 8-13 (4)
Edward Greatrex
Mrs Wendy Edwards Robert Edwards, Upper Lambourn
Br A Davis E Harte
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed minimal ability in a trio of starts last year and is likely best watched on return for new yard here. TFRHHIII BHA41
10 PETES DIAMOND (GB) (14)
Br g Dream Ahead (USA) - So Claire
650000
3 8-13 (3)
Andrea Pinna (7)
Hill Top Equestrian Centre Ltd Joey Ramsden, Newark
Br Kassala Ltd & Charlock Stud
TIMEFORMVIEW Modest form at best and ran no sort of race at Lingfield a fortnight ago. Tongue strap on first time TFRHHIII BHA44
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 10
Eyeshields worn first time by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 10. Blinkers worn by No. 4. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 3, 7, 8.
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Sanditon (IRE), 4-1 Mintana (GB), 9-2 Diligent Henry (GB), 8-1 Star of Atlantis (IRE), 12-1 Mister McGregor (IRE), 14-1 Pacific Prince (GB), 16-1 Petes Diamond (GB), 25-1 Green Valentine (IRE), Imthequeenofsheba (GB), 33-1 Morning Suit (IRE)
RACECOURSE PHOTOGRAPHER
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THIRD RACE 6.30
SEVEN FURLONGS ABOUT 36 YARDS [7F ABT 36YDS] FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE SKY SPORTS RACING VIRGIN 512 CLASSIFIED 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) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): S Dixon (51 wins from 783 runners, 7%) runs MY MATE BEATTIE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): Ollie Sangster (3 wins from 24 runners, 12%) runs FRANKALI LONGEST TRAVELLER: VITALLINE trained by Kieran Burke, Whitcombe, 156 miles.
FILEY BEACH has been revitalised since rejoining Ruth Carr and will take plenty of stopping in his bid for the hat-trick Bungle Bay and Dr Ali may give him most to think about
1 ANGEL’S CALL (IRE) (28) 300-000 C
Gr g Soldier’s Call - Nicki’s Angel (IRE)
William Cox
Mr John Berry (Gwent) Nikki Evans, Abergavenny
Br Ballyhane Radnor Hills
TIMEFORM VIEW Long time without a win and little encouragement from last month’s seventh of 8 in handicap company. TFRHHIII BHA45
2 BUNGLE BAY (IRE) (42) 0-00502 CD
B g Bungle Inthejungle - Jenny’s Dancer
Mrs J. Evans
7 9-9 (1)
Joe Leavy
James Evans, Kinnersley
Br Mr Michael Burke The Little Jet Company Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3 times here last year and returned to form when good second of 8 in C&D handicap 6 weeks ago. One of likelier contenders. TFRHHHHI BHA50
3 DR ALI (IRE) (35) 410216 C
B g Invincible Army (IRE) - Pure Symmetry (USA)
4 9-9 (10)
Jonny Peate
Mr B Dowling & Mr R Stevens J. R. Jenkins, Royston
Br Roundhill Stud Dyslexicare
TIMEFORM VIEW Below form at Southwell latest but had scored over shorter trip here previously and must enter calculations. TFRHHHII BHA49
4 FILEY BEACH (IRE) (12) 00-0411 D
B g Profitable (IRE) - Pilates (IRE)
5 9-9 (6)
James Sullivan
Mr C Ward & Mr B Kirby Ruth Carr, Stillington
Br Mountarmstrong Stud William Hill
TIMEFORMVIEWWon twice for Ruth Carr last year and back in top form having rejoined that yard, landing a brace of handicaps over this trip at Catterick last month. Rated much lower on all-weather, he is very much the one to beat here. TFRHHHHH BHA49
5 MISS MOONSHINE (GB) (36) 401000 D
Gr m Outstrip - Cajun Moon
6 9-9 (2)
Oliver Searle (5) Canisbay Bloodstock Rod Millman, Cullompton
Br Canisbay Bloodstock Millman Racing Club, Rod Millman Racing Ltd, Fleetwood Developments Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Back to winning ways at Lingfield in February but rather gone backwards since and makes limited appeal TFRHHIII BHA46
6 MY MATE BEATTIE (IRE) (12) 40-6006
4 9-9 (5)
B f Kodiac - Wearing Wings Kieran O’Neill
Amphitheatre Racing Limited Scott Dixon, Rolleston
Br Ms Debbie O’Shea
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 23 Flat runs and is hard to recommend based on recent efforts TFRHIIII BHA44
7 MYTHICAL ISLE (IRE) (57) 2-00340
Ch g No Nay Never (USA) - Sophie P
Mr Herbert Bourchier
4 9-9 (7)
Paddy Bradley
Patrick Morris, Prescot
Br D. Pearson B&B Hygiene
TIMEFORM VIEW Below par latest but had made the frame in 2 previous starts here and has place possibilities TFRHHHII BHA49
8
VITALLINE (GB) (36) 515060 D
B g Due Diligence (USA) - Vitta’s Touch (USA)
8 9-9 (3)
Josephine Gordon
Mrs Michelle Anne Crook Keiran Burke, Whitcombe
Br Whitsbury Manor Stud
TIMEFORMVIEW Won 7f classified event at Kempton at the beginning of March but hampered by slow starts since Cheekpieces back on Others more appealing TFRHHIII BHA49
9 FRANKALI (GB) (19) 353000
B f A’Ali (IRE) - Lassies Envoi
Nick Bradley Racing 15 & Partner
Br Houghton-Cranford Partnership
3 8-13 (4)
Oisin Murphy
Ollie Sangster, Marlborough
Pete’s Painting
TIMEFORMVIEWMade the frame in 2 of her first 3 starts in handicap company but proved disappointing since Has the assistance of Oisin Murphy, though TFRHHHII BHA48
10 TELLING TIME (GB) (7) 002000
B g Time Test - Christmas Joy (IRE)
Bill & Liz Bailey
Br Christmas Joy Partnership
3 8-13 (8)
Rob Hornby
Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton
TIMEFORM VIEW Bounced back to form when neck second at this course (6f) in March. Failed to reproduce that on turf since but may do better back here. TFRHHHII BHA50
2025:(See Div 1)
Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 3, 6, 8. Stewards Note:
DECLARED RUNNERS 10
ANGEL’S CALL: Following its run on 5/5/2026 it was reported that the horse suffered interference early-on.
Probable S.P’s: EVENS Filey Beach (IRE), 7-1 Bungle Bay (IRE), 10-1 Dr Ali (IRE), 12-1 Telling Time (GB), 14-1 Frankali (GB), 18-1 Mythical Isle (IRE), 22-1 Vitalline (GB), 28-1 Angel’s Call (IRE), 33-1 Miss Moonshine (GB), 50-1 My Mate Beattie (IRE)
HORSERACE BETTING LEVY BOARD
The Horserace Betting Levy Board (HBLB) has allocated £77.1m in prize money for 2026. Since 2000 HBLB has invested £1.5bn in prize money to support the British horseracing industry
RETAIN YOUR BETTING TICKETS
Racegoers are reminded to retain all betting tickets until ‘WEIGHED IN’ has been announced over the loud speaker.
HORSE AND JOCKEY WELFARE AT WOLVERHAMPTON
Nothing matters more to us when racing than the safety and welfare of both horse and rider. Central to that is the track itself and our groundstaff do everything in their power to provide an optimum racing surface. On duty today we also have a dedicated and experienced team of highly-qualified Vets, Doctors and Paramedics following the action at every stage. Their key responsibility is to monitor and provide care to the competitors throughout their time at the racecourse The locations and vehicle movements of these skilled specialists during racing are designed to provide a rapid response to any incident across the site We also have a high-specification horse ambulance in attendance at every fixture to enable safe transport of a horse from the track to our on-site veterinary treatment facility for further treatment, or to the nearest equine referral hospital.
It is our standard practice to erect screens around any horse or jockey requiring attention on the course as this provides privacy and a safe, calm environment in which to accurately diagnose and treat the patient as necessary. Please do not assume the worst if screens are erected around a horse We are fully committed to minimizing risk in our sport, to dealing professionally and efficiently with any injury, and to maintaining the highest possible quality of care for the horses and jockeys racing here today. To find out more about our Equine Welfare policy, please visit our website www.wolverhampton-racecourse.co.uk.
FOURTH RACE 7.00
ABOUT SIX FURLONGS [6F ABT 20YDS] FOR NOVICE THREE, FOUR AND FIVE YRS OLD
THE FOLLOW @attheraces ON INSTAGRAM RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (FOR HORSES IN BANDS B, C AND D) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £8000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3414, 2nd £1706, 3rd £854, 4th £426. (Penalty Value £4320) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): R Hughes (45 wins from 232 runners, 19%) runs MANLY FIREBALL TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): K R Burke (12 wins from 49 runners, 24%) runs MR NOBLE
LONGEST TRAVELLER: MR NOBLE trained by K R Burke, Leyburn, 150 miles.
MR NOBLE overcame inexperience in the manner of a bright prospect at Newcastle in November so is taken to defy a penalty on his comeback run in what looks a thin novice. Manly Fireball can place again.
1 MR NOBLE (IRE) (194) 1- D
Br c Starman - Aurora Eclipse (IRE)
Clifford Lee
Mrs Julie Lloyd K. R. Burke, Leyburn
Br Tally-Ho Stud KB Spigot Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW52,000 gns yearling, Starman colt. Dam, unreliable winner up to 6f (2-y-o 5f winner), half-sister to useful winner up to 7.4f Swift Approval Overcame inexperience when readily making a winning debut at Newcastle in November Sure to improve so big shout under a penalty TFRHHHHH BHA-
2 LUCKIE LUCAS (GB) (400) (2lb) 00-
B g Ardad (IRE) - Sharpened Edge
4 9-10 (5)
Gina Mangan
Ledley Taylor Mason Christopher Mason, Caerwent
Br Christopher and Annabelle Mason Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to beat a rival both starts but did at least hint at ability TFRHIIII BHA-
3 CELTIC CHARIOT (IRE) (18) 36
Ch g Ghaiyyath (IRE) - Cavernndchipmunks (FR)
3 9-4 (10)
Jack Mitchell
Law Abiding Citizens Kevin & Lauren Frost, Newark
Br Cavernndchipmunks Syndicate Kevin Frost Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Cheap purchase who didn’t achieve much in novices at Doncaster/York TFRHHIII BHA-
4 MANLY FIREBALL (IRE) (13) 532-302
3 9-4 (1)
B g Ardad (IRE) - Karalara (IRE) Finley Marsh
P Cook & K Lawrence Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn
Br Mr Donnchadh Higgins Agetur (UK) Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Yet to win in 6 starts but hit the frame again when second in Kempton novice 2 weeks ago, having the run of the race TFRHHHHI BHA79
TIMEFORM VIEW Frosted gelding. Promising debut when second in 6f Kempton novice Not in same form either start since 5 months apart but had possible excuses. TFRHHHII BHA71
6 RIB SHOT (IRE) (215) (4lb) 40-
B g Starman - Pavlopetri (IRE)
3 9-0 (4)
William Carson
Mrs O. Bugeac Gihan Arnolda, Newmarket
Br M. & M. Butler
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in maidens at Chelmsford for Denis Quinn. TFRHHIII BHA-
7 NAVERTITY (IRE) (-)
3 8-13 (2)
B f Lope de Vega (IRE) - Barkaa (FR) Oisin Murphy
Mr Imad Alsagar
Harry Charlton, Beckhampton
Br Ballylinch Stud Blue Diamond Stud Farm
TIMEFORMVIEW€70,000 yearling, Lope De Vega filly Dam, French 1m-1 1/4m winner (including at 2 yrs), half-sister to smart 1m-1 1/2m winner My Old Husband Yard 0-10 with 3-y-o newcomers last 12 months TFRHHHII BHA-
8 STARBORN (IRE) (27) 0-0
Ch f Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Bounce
8-13 (3)
Pierre-Louis Jamin
The Horse Watchers 9 Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich
Br Newstead Breeding Timeform
TIMEFORM VIEW After 10 months off, showed more than first time up when eighth of 14 in maiden at Kempton (7f) 27 days ago. Needs another run for a mark. TFRHHIII BHA-
9 RUMBLE RUBY (GB) (38) (2lb) 0 3 8-11 (6)
B f Rumble Inthejungle (IRE) - Bakoura Kieran O’Neill
Chris & Elizabeth Thomson & Partners
Lemos De Souza, Newmarket
Br Mickley Stud Ltd Class1Personnel
TIMEFORMVIEW25,000 gns yearling, Rumble Inthejungle filly. Half-sister to several winners, including useful winner up to 1m Queues Likely and 6f-1m winner Al Hamd Dam 7f/1m winner Shaped as if needing the run in Southwell maiden TFRHIIII BHA-
10 MAYFLOWER ROCK (GB) (22) (4lb) 04 3 8-9 (7)
B f Mayson - Rock Cake (IRE)
Josephine Gordon
Having A Mare & DC- Macy Dylan Cunha, Newmarket
Br Ciaran & Nicola Paterson
TIMEFORM VIEW Knew more than on debut when fourth in Windsor novice, catching the eye with how she moved into the race before flattening Open to further improvement TFRHHHII BHA-
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Stewards Note:
LUCKIE LUCAS: Following its run on 28/4/2025 it was reported that the horse finished lame.
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FIFTH RACE 7.30
ONE MILE ABOUT 142 YARDS [8F ABT 142YDS] FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
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CLASSIFIED STAKES (CLASS 6)
Total prize fund
£9000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3716, 2nd £1859, 3rd £929, 4th £464, 5th £232. (Penalty Value £4710.60) 7 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D M Loughnane (82 wins from 750 runners, 11%) runs CIOTOG & SORTED
TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Evans (4 wins from 17 runners, 24%) runs KNIGHTMARE LONGEST TRAVELLER: ANTIQUE BLUE trained by R Carr, Stillington, 134 miles.
LADY OF CLOVER can open her account in this basement grade contest Sorted is another who should go well, while Knightmare can see out the 1-2-3.
1 CIOTOG (IRE) (20) 556556 CD
Ch g Dandy Man (IRE) - Cristal Fashion (IRE)
Precision Facades Ltd
Br Castle Paddock Bloodstock Ltd
Billy Loughnane
Mark Loughnane, Kidderminster
Precision Facades Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Has won twice over C&D but it’s now 18 runs since his last win in early-2025. Needs the drop into this grade for the first time to work the oracle TFRHHHII BHA50
2 KNIGHTMARE (IRE) (7) 053543
B g Mehmas (IRE) - French Battle (USA)
Dave & Emma Evans
Br Phoenix Thoroughbred
4 9-9 (8)
Saffie Osborne
David Evans, Abergavenny
Emma Evans Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWModest gelding who remains a maiden after 16 runs. 12/1, creditable third of 9 in handicap at Bath (1 1/4m, good to firm) 7 days ago. Has the eyeshields discarded. Down in trip and place chance at best in this grade. TFRHHHHI BHA50
3 LADY AIYANA (GB) (20) 00346-6
B f Time Test - Milford Sound
Mrs M. Hebbard
4 9-9 (12)
Rhys Clutterbuck
Mrs Ilka Gansera-Leveque, Newmarket
Br Iain & Mary Hebbard Art & Horse Racing Gallery
TIMEFORMVIEWStandout effort when third on handicap debut at Lingfield (1 1/4m) in October for Daniel & Claire Kubler. In first-time tongue strap, too free when tailed off on yard debut at Bath (11.6f, good to firm) 20 days ago. Easy to look elsewhere. TFRHHIII BHA48
4 LADY DELILA (IRE) (50) 5-03320
6 9-9 (2)
B m The Gurkha (IRE) - The Night Lady Paddy Bradley
The Pat Morris Racing Club Patrick Morris, Prescot
Br Alexandre & Yvonne Arrault
TIMEFORMVIEWLong-standing maiden who made the frame 3 times from 4 starts in this company on the tapeta earlier this year for Iain Jardine. Has the headgear discarded on yard debut and can bounce back after a low-key effort last time. TFRHHHII BHA48
5
ROGERS DREAM
(GB) (596) 0050D0/- 5 9-9 (9)
B m Harry Angel (IRE) - Virginia Hall
William Carson
Mr Benjamin Atkins Gihan Arnolda, Newmarket
Br Limestone Stud
TIMEFORMVIEW Poor maiden who made the frame once in 2024. Missed the following season and has left Susan Corbett. Best watched on return TFRHIIII BHA41
6 A DAUGHTERS LOVE (GB) (62) 0000-00
B f Mohaather - Loving Touch
3 8-11 (11)
Josephine Gordon
Mr Thomas Gaden David Flood, Stow-on-the-Wold
Br Penhill Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed little in 6 starts for Thomas Dowling. Up in trip but very hard to make a case for. TFRHIIII BHA36
7 ANTIQUE BLUE (IRE) (12) 30-0000 3 8-11 (5)
B g Space Blues (IRE) - Antique Platinum (IRE)
James Sullivan
Miss K Padgett & Mrs R Carr Ruth Carr, Stillington
Br J. Lenihan William Hill
TIMEFORMVIEWSome promise for Andrew Balding on debut but well beaten in 5 runs for this
8 LADY OF CLOVER (IRE) (42) 0-00363
B f Kodi Bear (IRE) - Lucky Sister (IRE)
Fellowship Racing Ltd
Br Yulong Investments (Australia) Pty
3 8-11 (7)
Liam Wright (5)
George Scott, Newmarket
George Scott Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWHas been placed twice since switched to handicaps, latest when third of 9 at Yarmouth (1m, good to firm, 3/1) 42 days ago. Looks to have a major chance dropped in grade TFRHHHHH BHA49
9 NORTHERN
SOLDIER
(IRE) (36) 60-0
B g Soldier’s Call - La Vale (USA)
Truman & Partners
Br Ballyhane
3 8-11 (10)
William Cox
Ed de Giles, Ledbury
Ed de Giles Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWWell held in 3 maidens and it’s easy enough to look elsewhere, even with the first-time visor added TFRHHIII BHA41
10 PAM’S SONNET (GB) (29) 5600
B f Kameko (USA) - Scarlet Sonnet (IRE)
Mr Julian Sherriff
3 8-11 (6)
Callum Hutchinson
Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge
Br Chapel Stud & Dahlbury DragonBet
TIMEFORM VIEW Cheap purchase who finished fifth of 8 over 1m at Kempton on debut but failed to beat a rival in 3 starts since Makes limited appeal TFRHIIII BHA50
11
RAISE THE STAKES
(IRE) (17) 060-0
B g Cotai Glory - Swift Campaign (IRE)
Kennet Valley Syndicates VII
3 8-11 (1)
Harry Davies
William Knight, Newmarket
Br Colm McEvoy All Angels
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden 33/1 and in first-time cheekpieces, tenth of 14 on handicap at Doncaster (1m, good) 17 days ago. Others more persuasive.
12 SORTED (IRE) (70) 000-423 BF
B g Mayson - Untapped
Laurence Bellman & Partner
Br Lodge Park Stud
HHIII BHA50
3 8-11 (13)
Jack Mitchell
Mark Loughnane, Kidderminster
TIMEFORMVIEW Fared better in 3 starts in handicaps at this course this year, making the frame in each. Some of that form has worked out quite well and he merits consideration dropping into this grade for the first time TFRHHHHI BHA49
13 THOMAS TALLIS (GB)
(266) 000-
3 8-11 (3)
B g Havana Gold (IRE) - Polyphony (IRE) Tyler Heard Eventmasters Racing John Mackie, Church Broughton
Br Eventmasters & Mr Frank Murphy Eventmasters Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to beat a rival in 3 novices and hard to see that changing here.
TFRHIIII BHA38
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR DECLARED RUNNERS 13 Visor worn first time by No. 9. Hood worn by No. 7, 8. Blinkers worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 11. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 13. Stewards Note:
LADY AIYANA: Following its run on 13/5/2026 it was reported that the horse ran too free to post.
LADY DELILA: Following its run on 13/4/2026 it was reported that the horse ran too free.
Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Sorted (IRE), 10-3 Lady of Clover (IRE), 6-1 Knightmare (IRE), 8-1 Ciotog (IRE), 12-1 Lady Delila (IRE), 25-1 Lady Aiyana (GB), 28-1 Raise The Stakes (IRE), 33-1 Antique Blue (IRE), 40-1 Pam’s Sonnet (GB), 50-1 Rogers Dream (GB), Northern Soldier (IRE), 80-1 Thomas Tallis (GB), 100-1 A Daughters Love (GB)
SIXTH RACE 8.00
SEVEN FURLONGS ABOUT 36 YARDS [7F ABT 36YDS] FOR THREE YRS OLD
THE CAVANI CLASSIC STYLE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV I)
Total prize fund £7200 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3072, 2nd £1536, 3rd £768, 4th £384. (Penalty Value £3888) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Evans (51 wins from 447 runners, 11%) runs STOLE MY HEART TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): Richard & Peter Fahey (7 wins from 58 runners, 12%) runs THEHUNNEBELLLEGACY
LONGEST TRAVELLER: THEHUNNEBELLLEGACY trained by Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton, 145 miles.
ZOULETTE’s second just last week appeals as the best bit of recent form in this low-grade race City of Dreams can bounce back and chase home the selection from Lady Vanguard.
(IRE)
OF DREAMS (IRE) 3.LADY VANGUARD
1 VELD (IRE) (14) 0350
B f Bobby’s Kitten (USA) - Quicksand (IRE)
Rob Hornby
Sir Richard Pilkington & Mrs S Rogers Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley
Br Mrs S. M. Rogers & Sir Thomas Pilkington Bridgend Hotel
TIMEFORMVIEW Lightly-raced maiden Raced freely when eighth of 11 on handicap/turf debut (16/1) at Nottingham (1 1/4m, good to soft) 14 days ago. Will be suited by the marked drop in trip on that evidence and may yet build on previous promise. TFRHHHII BHA59
2 AMAZING ANITA (GB) (28) 04-3502 9-7 (7)
B f Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Penpal (IRE)
Finley Marsh
Mr Richard Bailey Max Comley, Sutton Veny
Br Miss A. O’Brien & Mr B. Wood Tote
TIMEFORMVIEW Ran up to best when second of 10 in C&D handicap 28 days ago after racing wide in early stages. Subsequently sold from James Fanshawe for 7,000 gns. Has the cheekpieces back on and market best guide on stable debut TFRHHHII BHA57
3 STOLE MY HEART (IRE) (19) 66-00
B f Acclamation - Voler Mon Coeur (IRE)
9-7 (2)
Saffie Osborne
Norman Court Stud & Susan Bunney David Evans, Abergavenny
Br Kildaragh Stud Norman Court Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Has yet to make a real impact in 4 starts This is just her second start in handicaps/for this yard but needs improvement TFRHHIII BHA57
4 LADY VANGUARD (GB) (25) 60-540 9-6 (5)
Ch f Lope de Vega (IRE) - Over All (IRE)
Victorious Forever
Darragh Keenan
George Scott, Newmarket
Br Newsells Park Stud JS Bloodstock Consultancy, George Scott Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWHad the run of the race when in the frame at Yarmouth on handicap debut in April. Failed to back that up last time Is fitted with first-time blinkers and appeals as the type to quickly get back on the up TFRHHHHI BHA56
5 THEHUNNEBELLLEGACY (GB) (12) 34634-5
B f Ubettabelieveit (IRE) - Miss Roulette (IRE)
Richard Fahey Ebor Racing Club Ltd
Br Miss Roulette Partnership
9-5 (1)
Ryan Sexton
Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton
TIMEFORM VIEW Made the frame 4 times as a juvenile Encouragement when fifth of 8 in handicap (16/1) at Catterick (7f, good) 12 days ago. Entitled to come on for that run. TFRHHHII BHA55
6 CITY OF DREAMS (IRE) (37) 640-440 9-4 (10)
B g Cotai Glory - Jane Doe (IRE)
Edward Greatrex RaceShare - City Of Dreams
Edward Bethell, Middleham
Br Sean Maguire RaceShare
TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-raced maiden who’s made the frame on both starts in handicaps this season Ran poorly on turf debut at Wetherby last time Has first-time blinkers added on return to the tapeta and can be in the mix. TFRHHHHI BHA54
7 ZOULETTE (IRE) (7) 63602 9-3 (4)
B f Zoustar (AUS) - Clifftop Dancer (IRE) Billy Loughnane
Mr Ivan Holloway Ollie Sangster, Marlborough
Br Mr Ivan Holloway
TIMEFORMVIEWTook a marked step forward under a positive ride when runner-up back over 7f at Leicester 7 days ago. Market support will again be significant with Billy Loughnane once more in the saddle
8
SOUTH COAST STAR (IRE) (12) 4-35260 9-3 (8)
B f Starman - Silk Fan (IRE)
Whip and Dip Syndicate
Oisin Murphy
Hugo Palmer, Malpas
Br Silk Fan Syndicate Coral Racing Limited
TIMEFORMVIEW Back to best when second of 11 at Wolverhampton (7f) in March. Hasn’t gone on since and needs to show more on all-weather return.
9 DISTILLATION
TFRHHHII BHA53
(FR) (29) 60-0 9-2 (3)
B g Charm Spirit (IRE) - Much Better
Miss M Austin & M Usher
Br Mr C. Green
Robert Havlin
Mark Usher, Lambourn
TIMEFORM VIEW Behind all 3 starts in maidens. Needs a big step forward on handicap debut TFRHIIII BHA52
10 ENDURING STORY (GB) (15) 6065
B f Kameko (USA) - Big News (IRE)
The Princess Partnership
Br Trainers House Enterprises Ltd
8-9 (6)
James Sullivan
Ruth Carr, Stillington
William Hill
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden 33/1, fifth of 9 on handicap debut at Redcar (7f, good to firm) 15 days ago. Any market support would be significant.
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
TFRHHIII BHA42
DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Blinkers worn first time by No. 4, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2. Stewards Note:
VELD: Following its run on 19/5/2026 it was reported that the horse ran too free.
LADY VANGUARD: Following its run on 8/5/2026 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the undulations. CITY OF DREAMS: Following its run on 26/4/2026 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the wide draw
Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Zoulette (IRE), 9-2 Amazing Anita (GB), 15-2 City of Dreams (IRE), 8-1 South Coast Star (IRE), 12-1 Lady Vanguard (GB), 16-1 Thehunnebelllegacy (GB), Enduring Story (GB), 20-1 Distillation (FR), 22-1 Stole My Heart (IRE), 28-1 Veld (IRE)
SEVEN FURLONGS ABOUT 36 YARDS [7F ABT 36YDS] FOR THREE YRS OLD
THE CAVANI CLASSIC STYLE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV II)
Total prize fund £7200 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3072, 2nd £1536, 3rd £768, 4th £384. (Penalty Value £3888) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): Richard & Peter Fahey (40 wins from 371 runners, 11%) runs NDOTO TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): Richard & Peter Fahey (7 wins from 58 runners, 12%) runs NDOTO LONGEST TRAVELLER: NDOTO trained by Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton, 145 miles.
BASED went close on his previous try over C&D and can finally get off the mark. Labiche can bounce back returned to this more suitable trip, while Musical Soldier shouldn’t be far away either.
B f Twilight Son - Visala Taylor Fisher
Ms H N Pinniger and Partner J. S. Moore, Upper Lambourn
Br Carisbrooke Stud Tote
TIMEFORMVIEW Lightly-raced maiden 20/1, fourteenth of 15 in handicap at Salisbury (6f, good to soft) 19 days ago. May do better back on the all-weather.
2 WARRIORS
CHOICE
(GB) (231) 64500-
TFRHHHII BHA59
(2)
B f Cracksman - Adorable Choice (IRE) Pierre-Louis Jamin
Mr John Brown Tom Dascombe, Lambourn
Br Mr John Brown Route Agency Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWShown modest form at best on first 3 starts Hasn’t kicked on both starts in handicaps. Back down in trip on all-weather return but others appeal more TFRHHIII BHA57
3 POWER OF CHORA (IRE) (37) 50-06
B f Magna Grecia (IRE) - Qaseeda
9-6 (1)
Andrea Pinna (7)
Mrs Laurie Melissa Huntley Joey Ramsden, Newark
Br Sheikh Abdulla bin Isa Al-Khalifa Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden 33/1 and in first-time tongue strap, sixth of 15 in handicap at Nottingham (6f, good) 37 days ago. Shaped as if a return to further will suit and any market support should be noted. TFRHHHII BHA56
TIMEFORMVIEW Made all when winning over C&D in May. 5/2, didn’t seem to handle track when fifth of 11 in handicap at Catterick (7f, good) 12 days ago. Booking of Loughnane a plus and is a leading contender TFRHHHHI BHA55
5 INCLUSIVE (GB) (33) 600-360
Ch f Showcasing - Entity
Mr Craig Pistaszczuk
9-5 (5)
Rose Dawes (5)
P. Charalambous & J. Clutterbuck, Newmarket
Br Cheveley Park Stud Limited Agws TIMEFORMVIEWFailed to come on in 2 starts since her third at Southwell in January, latest on first outing since leaving James Fanshawe Has the hood left off but seems best watched for now. TFRHIIII BHA55
6 LABICHE (GB) (14) 400-30 9-4 (6)
Ch g Tasleet - Labise (IRE)
T A Frost & Simon Broke & Partners
Robert Havlin
Henry Candy, Wantage
Br Mr J. Coburn Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-raced maiden Unsuited by step up in trip when well held in handicap (16/1) at Nottingham (1 1/4m, good to soft) 14 days ago. No surprise if he gets back on the up returned to 7f TFRHHHHI BHA54
7 ELECTROCUTION (GB) (36) 213300 CD 9-3 (9)
B g Advertise - Chocco Star (IRE)
Mulligans Racing club
Br Miss C. Banham
Joey Haynes
Chelsea Banham, Newmarket
TIMEFORMVIEW Off the mark over this C&D in February and ran at least as well when finishing third on his next 2 starts, though seems to have gone off the boil recently Has the blinkers added here. TFRHHIII BHA53
8
BASED (IRE) (14) 000-20 BF 9-3 (7)
B g Oasis Dream - La Dorotea (IRE)
Rathmoy Racing III
Br Deerfield Farm
Cieren Fallon
William Knight, Newmarket
William Knight Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWMuch improved when second on handicap debut over C&D in April on return (had also been gelded) Seemed unsuited by conditions when seventh of 12 at Lingfield (7f, good to soft, 11/4) on turf debut 14 days ago. Entitled to bounce back quickly returned to the tapeta TFRHHHHH BHA53
9 NDOTO (GB) (25) 345 9-1 (4)
Br f Dream Ahead (USA) - Sosian Ryan Sexton
Worksop Manor Stud
Br Worksop Manor Stud
Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton
TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden who’s run to just a poor level. Market probably best guide on handicap debut TFRHHIII BHA51
2025:(See Div 1)
DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Blinkers worn first time by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2. Stewards Note:
DUSK DAMSEL: Following its run on 14/5/2026 it was reported that the horse took a false step.
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EIGHTH RACE 9.00
ONE MILE, ONE FURLONG ABOUT 104 YARDS [9F ABT 104YDS] FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS THE RACE AND REST AT THE HOLIDAY
INN HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
Total prize fund
£6200 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2560, 2nd £1280, 3rd £640, 4th £320, 5th £160. (Penalty Value £3245.08) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D M Loughnane (82 wins from 750 runners, 11%) runs STUDY UP TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): James Owen (6 wins from 57 runners, 11%) runs SILKIES SIB LONGEST TRAVELLERS: POKE THE BEAR trained by H Burton, BEACHBOROUGH GIRL trained by J & S Birkett, LUAN trained by J Ferguson, SHAWS PHOENIX trained by P Charalambous & J Clutterbuck & SILKIES SIB trained by J Owen - all Newmarket, 125 miles.
Few of these make any real appeal and SILKIES SIB is taken to gain a third success for this yard. Beachborough Girl should make a better fist of things back on the all-weather, with the consistent Arlecchino’s Rex also expected to be thereabouts.
1-2-3: 1.SILKIES SIB (IRE) 2.BEACHBOROUGH GIRL 3.ARLECCHINO’S REX
1 STUDY UP (GB) (7) 030341
B g Due Diligence (USA) - Cross My Heart Billy Loughnane
Laurence Bellman & Gentech Products Ltd Mark Loughnane, Kidderminster
Br Whitsbury Manor Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Free-going sort who added to his debut success (when trained by Clive Cox) when winning handicap at Leicester (1 1/4m, firm) 7 days ago. Carries 5Ib penalty and needs to prove he can back that up TFRHHHII BHA60
2 BEACHBOROUGH GIRL (GB) (29) 3-13320 4 9-9 (2)
Gr f New Bay - Angelic Guest (IRE)
Dylan Hogan
Warren Hill Racing 1 Julia & Shelley Birkett, Newmarket
Br Wardley Bloodstock Birkett Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWA winner at Chelmsford in January and held form well after, runner-up over C&D on penultimate start. Ran poorly back on turf last time Has the cheekpieces re-added and appeals as the type to bounce back quickly. TFRHHHHI BHA60
3 AGE OF TIME (FR) (89) 042323 CD
B g Dubawi (IRE) - Mulan (IRE)
Blue and Tangerine Partnership
Br Qatar Bloodstock Ltd, S.A.S.U. Ecurie De
5 9-8 (3)
Nicola Currie
Steph Hollinshead, Rugeley
TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner who arrives in good nick, third of 6 in all-weather handicap at Lingfield (7f) 88 days ago on final run for Ian Williams Cheekpieces back on Engaged 7.00 Wolverhampton Monday. TFRHHHII BHA59
4 POKE THE BEAR (IRE) (13) 025600
4 9-6 (4)
B g Eqtidaar (IRE) - Anaakeed Tyler Heard
Miss Hayley Burton Hayley Burton, Newmarket
Br Oristown Stud Tote
TIMEFORMVIEW Dual winner on the all-weather at Lingfield earlier this year but has disappointed more recently, on turf latest. Back on the synthetics but is one to treat with a degree of caution now. TFRHHIII BHA57
5 ROMAN SECRET (IRE) (33) 2360-16 CD
B m Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Secret Existence (IRE)
Dr M Voikhansky & Mrs S Voikhanskaya
Br Kildaragh Stud
5 9-5 (1)
Alec Voikhansky
Kevin & Lauren Frost, Newark
TIMEFORM VIEW Ended a long losing run on return in 11-runner handicap at Wolverhampton in April Sixth of 8 in handicap at Southwell (11f, 9/1) 33 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA56
6 SILKIES SIB (IRE) (15) 363633 CD 6 9-4 (9)
Ch g Cotai Glory - Vasoni (IRE)
Mr Paul L. Drinkwater
Br Mrs Claire Doyle
Cieren Fallon
James Owen, Newmarket
D & D Industrial Coatings Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWGained reward for consistency when winning at Chelmsford in February and largely acquitted himself well since, third of 8 in handicap over C&D (6/1) 15 days ago. Has the cheekpieces back on and can make presence felt. TFRHHHHH BHA55
7 PORT NOIR (GB) (10) 161300 CD 9 9-3 (7)
Bl m Harbour Watch (IRE) - Cocabana
Rose Dawes (5)
Mr R. Stephens Robert Stephens, Caldicot
Br R. C. Dollar & Hellwood Stud Farm
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful 4 times on the all-weather this year, latest over C&D on April. Best not judged on recent run on turf Can bounce back TFRHHHII BHA54
8
LUAN (FR) (231) 0560-
B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Lamorlaye (IRE)
Hasmonean Racing
Br Khalifa Al Attiya & Sunderland Holdings
4 9-2 (11)
Jonny Peate
James Ferguson, Newmarket
Hasmonean Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-raced maiden who showed modest form on first 3 starts Run best excused when behind on handicap debut when last seen in October. Is fitted with a first-time tongue strap and his pedigree is an ongoing recommendation, though market best guide on return TFRHHHII BHA53
9 CITY ESCAPE (IRE) (24) 24603-6 CD
B m Cityscape - Lady Gabrielle (IRE)
9 9-2 (6)
Kieran O’Neill Out Of Bounds Racing Club Nikki Evans, Abergavenny
Br Mount Coote Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW 5-time C&D winner 25/1, first run since leaving Mark Loughnane when sixth of 11 in handicap at Leicester (1 1/4m, good) 24 days ago. Not seen to best effect then and this veteran may need a few runs to get up to speed. TFRHHIII BHA53
10 ARLECCHINO’S REX (GB) (22) 513323 CD 4 9-0 (5)
B g Belardo (IRE) - Queen Margherita
Robert Havlin
Mr K. Senior Mark Usher, Lambourn
Br Mrs Elizabeth Grundy Tote
TIMEFORMVIEW Ended losing run over C&D in March and good placed efforts since, including when third over C&D latest having been caught further back than the pair that beat him and meeting some trouble Looks sure to be in the mix again TFRHHHHI BHA51
11
SHAWS
PHOENIX (IRE) (34) 03550-0
Gr m Phoenix of Spain (IRE) - Enliven
5 8-13 (10)
Liam Wright (5)
Mr Warren Brookshaw P. Charalambous & J. Clutterbuck, Newmarket
Br Enliven Partnership
TIMEFORM VIEW Long-standing maiden who showed little on recent stable debut on the back of a breathing operation TFRHIIII BHA50
12
CHERRY
HILL (GB) (58) 0/000-00
Ch m Ulysses (IRE) - Cherry Orchard (IRE)
Martyn Butler & Partner
5 8-9 (8)
William Cox
Dominic Ffrench Davis, Lambourn
Br Stapleford Racing High View Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Only has a nursery success to her name Little promise of late and is hard to make a case for. TFRHIIII BHA44
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 12
Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 8. Hood worn by No. 10. Eyeshields worn by No. 9.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 4, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3, 6.
Stewards Note:
BEACHBOROUGH GIRL: Following its run on 4/5/2026 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.
Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Arlecchino’s Rex (GB), 5-1 Beachborough Girl (GB), 11-2 Silkies Sib (IRE), 6-1 Study Up (GB), 8-1 Age of Time (FR), 16-1 City Escape (IRE), 18-1 Port Noir (GB), Shaws Phoenix (IRE), 22-1 Poke The Bear (IRE), 28-1 Roman Secret (IRE), Luan (FR), 80-1 Cherry Hill (GB)
RACE RESULT: TIMEDISTANCE 1ST 3RD 2ND 4TH
BETTING
DISPUTES & QUERIES
Customers requiring the services of the Betting Ring Manager today should speak to a member of the Racecourse staff for assistance
RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 5.24 - THE CAVANI SIGNATURE STYLE 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. May 31st. Lowest weight 8st 9lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 23rd, 2026, for each race won 6lb. CAVANI will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 13 entries, 1 at £6 and 12 at £31. - Closed May 27th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2560; Second £1280; Third £640; Fourth £320; Fifth £160. (Penalty Value £3245.08) SS SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE
Second Race 6.00 - THE SKY SPORTS RACING VIRGIN 512 CLASSIFIED 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 0-50. Enter by noon, May 27th and pay £31 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 31st. Weights: 3-y-o 8st 13lb; 4-y-o and up 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 23rd, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb NOTE: For horses reassessed since the publication of the qualifying rating list for entry, the excess in any rating above the rating band shall be added to the weights stated above SKY SPORTS RACING will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race ELIMINATION: Protection from elimination will operate in the following order Horses which, in the opinion of the Handicapper, have the highest Handicap Rating based on races run up to and including the Saturday prior to closing, except that horses which have run fewer than seven times in a Flat race will be given priority Random balloting will apply where horses have identical Handicap Ratings. (In the case of horses which have raced fewer than 7 times, no preference will be given to those with the least number of runs. Those with the highest handicap rating will be given preference). 14 entries at £31. - Closed May 27th, 2026 Owners Prize Money Winner £2560; Second £1280; Third £640; Fourth £320; Fifth £160. (Penalty Value £3245.08) SS
SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 6.30 - THE SKY SPORTS RACING VIRGIN 512 CLASSIFIED 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 0-50. Enter by noon, May 27th and pay £31 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 31st. Weights: 3-y-o 8st 13lb; 4-y-o and up 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 23rd, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb NOTE: For horses reassessed since the publication of the qualifying rating list for entry, the excess in any rating above the rating band shall be added to the weights stated above. SKY SPORTS RACING will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race ELIMINATION: Protection from elimination will operate in the following order Horses which, in the opinion of the Handicapper, have the highest Handicap Rating based on races run up to and including the Saturday prior to closing, except that horses which have run fewer than seven times in a Flat race will be given priority Random balloting will apply where horses have identical Handicap Ratings. (In the case of horses which have raced fewer than 7 times, no preference will be given to those with the least number of runs. Those with the highest handicap rating will be given preference). 13 entries at £31. - Closed May 27th, 2026 Owners Prize Money. Winner £2560; Second £1280; Third £640; Fourth £320; Fifth £160. (Penalty Value £3245.08) SS SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 7.00 - THE FOLLOW @attheraces ON INSTAGRAM RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (for horses in Bands B, C and D) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4320 to the winning horse The second to receive £2028, the third £1014 and the fourth £507. for novice three, four and five yrs old only, which are in Bands B, C and D. Enter by noon, May 27th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 31st. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb 4-y-o and 5-y-o colts and geldings 9st 12lb; fillies 9st 7lb Penalties, for each race won 7lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties) Allowances: Band C from Band B 2lb Band D from Band C 2lb (Allowances are cumulative). SKY SPORTS RACING will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 20 entries at £40. - Closed May 27th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3414; Second £1706; Third £854; Fourth £426. (Penalty Value £4320) SS SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 7.30 - THE attheraces.com/marketmovers CLASSIFIED STAKES (CLASS 6) 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 three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-50. Enter by noon, May 27th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 31st. Weights: 3-y-o 8st 11lb; 4-y-o and up 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 23rd, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb
NOTE: For horses reassessed since the publication of the qualifying rating list for entry, the excess in any rating above the rating band shall be added to the weights stated above SKY SPORTS RACING will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race ELIMINATION: Protection from elimination will operate in the following order Horses which, in the opinion of the Handicapper, have the highest Handicap Rating based on races run up to and including the Saturday prior to closing, except that horses which have run fewer than seven times in a Flat race will be given priority. Random balloting will apply where horses have identical Handicap Ratings. (In the case of horses which have raced fewer than 7 times, no preference will be given to those with the least number of runs. Those with the highest handicap rating will be given preference). 19 entries at £45. - Closed May 27th, 2026 Owners Prize Money Winner £3716; Second £1859; Third £929; Fourth £464; Fifth £232. (Penalty Value £4710.60) 7 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 8.00 - THE CAVANI CLASSIC STYLE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV I) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3888 to the winning horse The second to receive £1825, the third £912 and the fourth £456 for three yrs old only, Rated 46-60 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £36 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £29 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 31st. Lowest weight 8st 9lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 23rd, 2026, for each race won 6lb. CAVANI will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 14 entries at £36. - Closed May 27th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3072; Second £1536; Third £768; Fourth £384. (Penalty Value £3888) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 8.30 - THE CAVANI CLASSIC STYLE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV II) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3888 to the winning horse The second to receive £1825, the third £912 and the fourth £456 for three yrs old only, Rated 46-60 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £36 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £29 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 31st. Lowest weight 8st 9lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 23rd, 2026, for each race won 6lb. CAVANI will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 14 entries, 1 at £7 and 13 at £36. - Closed May 27th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3072; Second £1536; Third £768; Fourth £384. (Penalty Value £3888) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.
Eighth Race 9.00 - THE RACE AND REST AT THE HOLIDAY INN HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3245 to the winning horse The second to receive £1522, the third £760, the fourth £380 and the fifth £189. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-60 (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. May 31st. Lowest weight 8st 9lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 23rd, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. The Racecourse will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 18 entries, 1 at £6 and 17 at £31. - Closed May 27th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2560; Second £1280; Third £640; Fourth £320; Fifth £160. (Penalty Value £3245.08) SS
