FIRST RACE 5.30
ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS [5F ABT 21YDS] FOR MAIDEN THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS FILLIES AND MARES
THE BET £10 GET £40 WITH BETMGM MAIDEN FILLIES’ STAKES (CLASS 4)
(GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £10000 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £4267, 2nd £2133, 3rd £1067, 4th £533. (Penalty Value £5400) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Evans (52 wins from 458 runners, 11%) runs BUTTON IT TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Cunha (2 wins from 17 runners, 12%) runs OVERBUDGET & SKIP TO VICTORY LONGEST TRAVELLERS: RING OF DIAMONDS trained by J Tate, OVERBUDGET & SKIP TO VICTORY trained by D Cunha, all Newmarket, 125 miles.
This represents a very good opportunity for SKIP TO VICTORY to open her account at the fourth attempt She will probably have most to fear from stablemate Overbudget, though it would be no surprise to see Ring of Diamonds step up on what she showed first time out here last month.
1-2-3: 1.SKIP TO VICTORY 2.OVERBUDGET (IRE) 3.RING OF DIAMONDS (IRE)
1 BUTTON IT (GB) (18) 6
B f Rumble Inthejungle (IRE) - Dangerous Moonlite (IRE) Pat Cosgrave JanetEvans,Norman CourtStud&SusanBunney David Evans, Abergavenny
Br Janet Evans Norman Court Stud, Emma Evans Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed only greenness starting out in a 5f Southwell maiden recently and it’s likely that she will be better off in handicaps later on TFRHIIII BHA-
2 OVERBUDGET (IRE) (161) 22- 3 9-2 (2)
Ch f Mehmas (IRE) - L’Age d’Or Hollie Doyle Matt Broughton & Hold My Beer Syndicate Dylan Cunha, Newmarket
Br Lynn Lodge Stud
TIMEFORMVIEW €115,000 daughter of Mehmas who was runner-up in small-field 5f novice events at Nottingham and Yarmouth during the autumn Likely to go one better before long and helps give her yard a very strong hand here (also represented by Skip To Victory) TFRHHHII BHA-
3 RING OF DIAMONDS
(IRE) (36) 6
B f Territories (IRE) - Innervisions (IRE) Hector Crouch
(5)
Mr Jaber Abdullah James Tate, Newmarket
Br Flaxman Stables Ireland Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Easy to back and failed to make an impact on debut here (6f) but she will be more streetwise this time and dropping to this trip could be a good move TFRHHHII BHA-
4 SKIP TO VICTORY (GB) (18) 523
3 9-2 (4)
B f Tasleet - Skip To My Lou Luke Morris On Top Racing, J T Elliott, S Thomas Dylan Cunha, Newmarket
Br Peter Crate On Top Roofing
TIMEFORMVIEWFailed to justify market support on debut at Southwell (5f) in January but has followed that with a couple of decent placed efforts over the same C&D. Obvious claims. TFRHHHHH BHA79
5 STAR MARIAN (GB) (231) 65355-
3 9-2 (3)
Ch f A’Ali (IRE) - Under The Covers Rossa Ryan
Mr Mike Owen David Loughnane, Tern Hill
Br Llety Farms Dave Loughnane Racing
TIMEFORMVIEW Appeared to take a step forward when third in a 9-runner Wolverhampton maiden (5f) last summer but she failed to build on that in 2 subsequent starts Step forward needed back from a 7-month absence. TFRHHIII BHA59
6 ZOULETTE (IRE) (38) 6
B f Zoustar (AUS) - Clifftop Dancer (IRE)
3 9-2 (1)
Sean Kirrane
Mr Ivan Holloway Ollie Sangster, Marlborough
Br Mr Ivan Holloway
TIMEFORMVIEWShowed modest form amidst greenness when sixth of 9 on debut at Chelmsford (7f) and will need to leave that behind dropped to the minimum trip here in a first-time hood if she’s to play a major role TFRHIIII BHA-
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Hood worn first time by No. 6. Hood worn by No. 1.
Probable S.P’s: 10-11 Skip To Victory (GB), 2-1 Overbudget (IRE), 17-2 Ring of Diamonds (IRE), 28-1 Star Marian (GB), 33-1 Zoulette (IRE), 66-1 Button It (GB)
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POSITION OF STALLS
7f 36y: Outside, Remainder: Inside
Weights, Pedigrees, Trainers’ Names, Descriptions, Performances and Values of races have been added for the convenience of the Public, but are subject to alteration All horses must parade in the Parade Ring except by permission of the Stewards, but in all cases must pass through the Ring on the way to the Post NOTICES
RECORD TIMES
5f Quatrieme Ami (GB) (2yo) 13Nov15
5f Lomu (IRE) (3yo+) 03Dec19 59.33s
6f Mubakker (USA) (2yo)
6f
7f Richard R H B (IRE) (2yo) 23Nov19
7f Mister Universe (GB) (3yo+) 12Mar16
1m½f Jack Hobbs (GB) (2yo) 27Dec14
PACE
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SECOND RACE 6.00
ONE MILE ABOUT 142 YARDS [8F ABT 142YDS] FOR NOVICE THREE, FOUR AND FIVE YRS OLD FILLIES AND MARES
THE BETMGM SUPPORTS SAFER GAMBLING FILLIES’ RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (FOR HORSES IN BANDS B, C AND D) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £10000 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £4267, 2nd £2133, 3rd £1067, 4th £533. (Penalty Value £5400) Weights raised 2lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): M Botti (40 wins from 301 runners, 13%) runs LIZZANA TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): M Botti (4 wins from 9 runners, 44%) runs LIZZANA LONGEST TRAVELLERS: AMMOONY trained by T Clover, TICKER TAPE trained by J & T Gosden, LIZZANA trained by M Botti, all Newmarket, 125 miles.
LIZZANA was very well supported when scoring at the second time of asking at Kempton in the autumn and it’s likely we haven’t seen the best of her yet. She can make a winning return. John Gosden’s well-bred newcomer Ticker Tape is feared most.
B f Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Texas Queen Marco Ghiani
Scuderia Sagam Srls Marco Botti, Newmarket
Br Mrs Noreen Maher Marco Botti Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Built on encouraging course debut when landing 13-runner novice at Kempton (1m) in October. Likely more to come this term and looks the one to beat TFRHHHHH BHA79
2 AMMOONY (FR) (175) 54-
B f Zarak (FR) - Les Vertus (FR)
3 8-13 (1)
Billy Loughnane
Mr Khalifa Dasmal Tom Clover, Newmarket
Br Haras Du Hoguenet,Mr A Gaudu,Mr J P Stab T Clover Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Still looked green when fourth of 9 in maiden at Leicester (1m) on second outing last October. Remains open to improvement but will need a significant step forward to break her duck here. TFRHHHII BHA-
3 SAYIDAH ALEEN (IRE) (-) (2lb)
B f Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Sanna Bay (IRE)
3 8-11 (4)
David Probert
Mr Jaber Abdullah Jack Channon, West Ilsley
Br Barronstown Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW €42,000 yearling, Ten Sovereigns filly. Half-sister to several winners, including smart Gifts of Gold, useful 7f winner Dusky Queen and useful winner Achnaha. Market check advised on debut. TFRHHHII BHA-
4 TICKER TAPE (GB) (-) (2lb)
B f Time Test - Crimson Ribbon (USA)
A E Oppenheimer and Sophie
3 8-11 (3)
Robert Havlin
John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket
Br Hascombe & Valiant Stud Ltd Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWTime Test filly. Half-sister to several winners, including very smart 1 1/2m-2 1/2m winner Courage Mon Ami, smart 1 1/2m winner Lion’s Pride and smart 1 1/4m winner Danielle Interesting newcomer TFRHHHHI BHA-
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 4
Probable S.P’s: 11-10 Lizzana (IRE), 5-2 Ticker Tape (GB), 6-1 Sayidah Aleen (IRE), 9-1 Ammoony (FR)
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THIRD RACE 6.30
SEVEN FURLONGS ABOUT 36 YARDS [7F ABT 36YDS] FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE ALWAYS GAMBLE RESPONSIBLY AT BETMGM HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund
£7100 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £2932, 2nd £1466, 3rd £733, 4th £366, 5th £183. (Penalty Value £3716.14) 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D M Loughnane (82 wins from 750 runners, 11%) runs GIORGIO M TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D O’Meara (3 wins from 22 runners, 14%) runs AL MUQDAD LONGEST TRAVELLERS: AL MUQDAD trained by D O’Meara, Upper Helmsley, 155 miles. HIGHLAND OLLY trained by G Tuer, Northallerton, 155 miles.
HABRDIregained the winning thread over C&D earlier this month and remains on top form judged onhisrecentdisplaybackhere,beatenjust2lengthsintofourthaftercomingfromaless-than-idealposition.Heshadespreference ahead of Farasi Lane, who hit the target over 8.6f at this course last week and this drop back in trip won’t be an issue. Fellow last-time-out winner Pearly Squirrel is also likely to be on the premises, while He’s A Gentleman is another with claims
1.HABRDI (IRE) 2.FARASI LANE (IRE) 3.PEARLY SQUIRREL (IRE)
(IRE) (7)
B g Belardo (IRE) - No Such Zone Rossa Ryan
Urloxhey Racing
Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich
Br Wicklow Bloodstock Ireland Ltd Coulthursts Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Snapped a losing run when emerging on top in an 8.6f handicap here last week. Remains on a very attractive mark under a 4lb penalty and another bold show likely with Rossa Ryan again aboard TFRHHHHI BHA75
2 HE’S A GENTLEMAN (IRE) (29) 2120-02 CD 7 9-9 (3)
Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Cut No Ice (IRE) Oisin Orr
Michael Owen Racing Club Hugo Palmer, Malpas
Br Yeomanstown Stud Coral Racing Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWRegained the winning thread when notching fourth course win during the autumn Back to form following a 2-month break when runner-up here (8.6f) and should make his presence felt once again. TFRHHHII BHA75
3 GIORGIO M (IRE) (4) 31-6306 CD
B g Profitable (IRE) - Cold Cold Woman
Middleham Park Racing XX
5 9-9 (12)
Billy Loughnane
Mark Loughnane, Kidderminster
Br Glashare House Stud Middleham Park Racing
TIMEFORMVIEW Made all on second start for this yard at Lingfield (7f) in December and has essentially remained in good form since On the downside, some of his rivals here are probably better treated. TFRHHIII BHA75
4 CEPHALUS (GB) (35) 0610-60 D
B g Cable Bay (IRE) - Angels Wings (IRE)
Power Geneva (Equine) Ltd
Br Highclere Stud & Jake Warren Ltd
7 9-7 (9)
Joey Haynes
Chelsea Banham, Newmarket
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of 1m Newcastle seller on final run for Gary & Josh Moore in October but he hasn’t shown much in 3 starts for present connections.
5 CHIFA (IRE) (32) 221-100 CD
Gr g Gutaifan (IRE) - Inca Trail (USA)
TFRHIIII BHA73
9 9-5 (10)
Luke Morris
Mrs J. Carrington Ed de Giles, Ledbury
Br Bakewell Bloodstock&Richmond Bloodstock Ed de Giles Racing
TIMEFORMVIEW Added to his impressive haul here with back-to-back C&D victories during the winter and a line can be run through his last runs. Couldn’t rule out.
TFRHHIII BHA71
6 AL MUQDAD (GB) (10) 5-60360 CD 6 9-4 (7)
Ch g Zoustar (AUS) - Miss Work of Art
Lycett Racing Ltd
Jason Watson
David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Br Springcombe Park Stud GAIN Equine Nutrition, Wastecom NRG Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Wide-margin C&D scorer in November and, though more miss than hit since, this 6-y-o has to be taken seriously having slipped back to that winning mark. TFRHHHII BHA70
7 HIGHLAND OLLY (GB) (146) 441650- D 5 9-0 (1)
B g Cable Bay (IRE) - Roxy Star (IRE)
David Probert
Evan M Sutherland & G Tuer Grant Tuer, Northallerton
Br Mrs D. J. James
TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessful twice in turf handicaps in 2025 and while he hasn’t managed to trouble the judge in 4 previous all-weather starts, he wasn’t beaten at all far when fifth of 10 at Southwell in October Wouldn’t be without a chance, provided
8
HARBOUR VISION (GB) (11) 011000 CD 11 8-13 (4)
Gr g Harbour Watch (IRE) - Holy Nola (USA)
Amphitheatre Racing Limited
Br Newsells Park Stud
Kieran O’Neill
Scott Dixon, Rolleston
TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who rolled back the years when recording back-to-back 7f wins here in January/February. However, the wheels have since come off (barely beaten a rival home on last 3 starts) and he faces a tough task here TFRHIIII BHA65
9 WOLF OF BADENOCH (GB) (29) 00000-0 D 4 8-13 (8)
Ch g Pinatubo (IRE) - Miss Latin (IRE)
Mrs B. A. Culhane
Stevie Donohoe
Tony Culhane & Stella Barclay, Garstang
Br Mrs Fitri Hay Lancashire Racing Stables Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Without a win since his debut back in June 2024 and hopes now pinned on the addition of eyeshields sparking a return to form TFRHIIII BHA65
10 MIDNIGHT’S DREAM (IRE) (13) 0-53000 D 5 8-12 (2)
B g Cappella Sansevero - Goodnight And Joy (IRE)
Mr J. E. Parr
Jack Mitchell
Joseph Parr, Newmarket
Br Paul McCartan Joseph Parr Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed at Newcastle on final outing for Roger Varian in January but hard to take any encouragement from his 3 starts at Kempton for present connections TFRHIIII BHA64
11 HABRDI
(IRE)
(10) 0-43014 CD 5 8-12 (11)
B g Calyx - Second Glance (IRE)
Mrs S D Pearson and Mrs R Carr
Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
James Sullivan
Ruth Carr, Stillington
William Hill
TIMEFORMVIEWTumbled down the weights and ended long losing run when landing 6-runner C&D handicap on penultimate start. Did well under the circumstances when fourth of 12 at Southwell recently and makes plenty of appeal off the same mark back here TFRHHHHH BHA64
12 PEARLY SQUIRREL (IRE) (18) 420-051
B f Kodi Bear (IRE) - Katherine Lee (IRE)
Jamie Rocke
Br Thomas J. Murphy
CD 4 8-11 (5)
Ashley Lewis (5)
David Loughnane, Tern Hill
Dave Loughnane Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWRegistered first win on the all-weather when emerging top over this C&D 18 days ago. Remains feasibly treated up 4lb and she should give another good account. TFRHHHII BHA63
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Eyeshields worn first time by No. 9. Blinkers worn by No. 4, 8. Visor worn by No. 2.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 6, 11.
Stewards Note:
DECLARED RUNNERS 12
CHIFA: Following its run on 27/2/2026 it was reported that the horse was badly hampered by a faller
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Farasi Lane (IRE), 5-1 Pearly Squirrel (IRE), 13-2 Habrdi (IRE), 17-2 He’s A Gentleman (IRE), 10-1 Al Muqdad (GB), 12-1 Giorgio M (IRE), 16-1 Chifa (IRE), 18-1 Highland Olly (GB), 28-1 Cephalus (GB), 40-1 Wolf of Badenoch (GB), 50-1 Harbour Vision (GB), 100-1 Midnight’s Dream (IRE)
RACE RESULT:
FOURTH RACE 7.00
ONE MILE, ONE FURLONG ABOUT 104 YARDS [9F ABT 104YDS] FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE MIDNITE ARE UPPING THE BETTING GAME SELLING HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
Total prize fund £6000 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £2477, 2nd £1239, 3rd £619, 4th £310, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3140.40) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): T Carroll (120 wins from 1207 runners, 10%) runs DANEHILL STAR
TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Carroll (9 wins from 70 runners, 13%) runs DANEHILL STAR
WEIGHTWATCHER: WYVERN won off a handicap mark of 59, his rating is now down 5lb to 54.
LONGEST TRAVELLER: THE PUG trained by M Hammond, Middleham, 140 miles.
DANEHILL STAR couldn’t live with Roaring Ralph at Southwell on Saturday but there was no disgrace in that, given that the thriving winner was completing the hat trick He meets nothing of that ilk here and looks a solid option in this selling handicap. Knightmare is feared most with this drop back in trip a positive factor, while Marinakis also merits respect.
1.DANEHILL STAR (IRE) 2.KNIGHTMARE (IRE) 3.MARINAKIS (IRE)
1 BIZOU (GB) (159) (£12000) 43560P-
B f Zoustar (AUS) - Bebeautiful (FR) (Le Havre (IRE))
Mr J. G. B. Portman
4 9-9 (5)
Rob Hornby
Jonathan Portman, Upper Lambourn
Br The Bebeautiful Partnership Pump Technology Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Promising start in handicaps when third at Kempton last spring but has failed to build on that since and was pulled up at Nottingham on final run of her 2025 campaign TFRHIIII BHA59
2 ABILA (FR) (63) (£12000) 0600-5
B f Camelot - Fast Game (FR) (Rock of Gibraltar (IRE))
Mr R. Tongue
Br Wertheimer Et Frere
4 9-7 (3)
Edward Greatrex
Ian Williams, Alvechurch
TIMEFORMVIEWFive-race maiden who will need to take a significant step forward with first-time cheekpieces enlisted if she’s to make a meaningful impact in this contest
57
3 DANEHILL STAR (IRE) (3) (£12000) 301522 CD 5 9-7 (10)
B g Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Rockshine (Fastnet Rock (AUS))
The Rebelle Boys
Billy Loughnane
Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Br Boocock Trading Ltd Mill House Racing Limited
TIMEFORMVIEW Back in the winning groove at Lingfield (1m) in February and runner-up over that C&D and at Southwell on his last 2 starts Another bold show anticipated. TFRHHHHH BHA57
4 TIGER BEETLE (GB) (42) (£12000) 0046-00 CD 8 9-5 (2)
B g Camelot - Beach Frolic (Nayef (USA))
Mr T. Faulkner
Robert Havlin
Thomas Faulkner, Devauden
Br Highclere Stud and Floors Farming Valley Water Services Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time winner over C&D but has largely struggled for present yard and it’s probably best to look elsewhere. TFRHHIII BHA55
5 PHYLLIS BURTON (GB) (38) (£12000) 455-0 4 9-5 (11)
B f Postponed (IRE) - Carlanda (FR) (Lando (GER))
Houghton Bloodstock
Br Houghton Bloodstock UK Ltd
Hector Crouch
James Tate, Newmarket
TIMEFORMVIEW There were positives to take from her debut fourth in a 1m Lingfield maiden on debut last spring but she has struggled since, including on return/handicap debut back at Lingfield last month. TFRHHIII BHA55
6 WYVERN (GB) (25) (£12000) 340003 C 7 9-4 (7)
Br g Bated Breath - Miramont (Iffraaj)
The Pat Morris Racing Club
Br Mrs Rebecca Philipps
Paddy Bradley
Patrick Morris, Prescot
TIMEFORMVIEW Dual winner at Newcastle over the winter but below par of late and he again looks vulnerable TFRHHIII BHA54
7 KNIGHTMARE (IRE) (14) (£12000) 64-2040
9-3 (4)
B g Mehmas (IRE) - French Battle (USA) (Declaration of War (USA)) Taylor Fisher
Dave & Emma Evans
David Evans, Abergavenny
Br Phoenix Thoroughbred Emma Evans Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWRemains a maiden and trailed in last of 11 in an 8.6f handicap here a fortnight ago but it’s not hard to envisage this 4-y-o making an impact back at what appears to be his optimum trip TFRHHHHI BHA53
1-2-3:
8
VERSATILE (IRE) (19) (£12000) 050-000
B g Siyouni (FR) - Flora Danica (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))
5 9-0 (1)
Christian Howarth (3)
Mr J Owen James Owen, Newmarket
Br AirlieStud/SMRogers&FlaxmanStablesIreLtd
James Owen Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWOnewintohisnamefrom22careerstartsandhehasn’tshownmuchin3runssincereturningfromabreaklastmonth(visoredthelasttwice).Cheekpieces now refitted and needs a second look in the betting on debut for a yard that has enjoyed much success with recruits from rival yard. TFRHHIII BHA50
9 MAN IS KING (IRE) (14) (£12000) 510332
B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Mahlah (IRE) (Acclamation)
Mr J. Tucker
Br Ballyhane Stud
7 8-13 (9)
Luke Morris
David Flood, Stow-on-the-Wold
TIMEFORM VIEW Made winning debut for this yard at Chelmsford (1 1/4m) in February and placed on 3 of his 4 subsequent starts, latterly when runner up over C&D 2 weeks ago. Likely to be in the mix again, if he takes his chance TFRHHHII BHA49
10 MARINAKIS (IRE) (14) (£12000) 5-01533 CD 6 8-12 (6)
B g Ulysses (IRE) - Giennah (IRE) (Tamayuz)
Ryan Kavanagh (5)
Six For Joy Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Br Clearwater Stud House of Cavani
TIMEFORMVIEWWinner of a C&D classified event last year and back on the scoresheet when striking in a similar contest at Chelmsford in January. Close third of 7 in another race of that type back here recently and he’s one to consider TFRHHHII BHA48
11 THE PUG
(IRE) (20) (£12000) 50-0404
6 8-9 (8)
B g Churchill (IRE) - Alumni Award (Oasis Dream) Aiden Brookes
Mr Anthony Bithell
Br Lynch Bages Ltd & Glenvale Stud
Micky Hammond, Middleham
Micky Hammond Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWInconsistent type who wasn’t beaten at all far when fourth in a 9-runner Newcastle handicap (1 1/4m) earlier this month. However, it’s anyone’s guess as to whether he’ll be in a similar mood this time TFRHHIII BHA45
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 11 Hood worn first time by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2. Blinkers worn by No. 3, 11. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6, 8, 10. Stewards Note:
VERSATILE: Following its run on 12/3/2026 it was reported that the horse was very slowly away.
Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Danehill Star (IRE), 4-1 Marinakis (IRE), 9-2 Man Is King (IRE), 8-1 Knightmare (IRE), 12-1 The Pug (IRE), 14-1 Versatile (IRE), 20-1 Wyvern (GB), 22-1 Phyllis Burton (GB), 25-1 Tiger Beetle (GB), 28-1 Bizou (GB), 66-1 Abila (FR)
UNAUTHORISED BOOKMAKING
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BETTING DISPUTES & QUERIES
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SELLING RACE PROCEDURES
The settlement process for successful bids in selling races has now been updated Payments for winning bids are processed through the Weatherbys Claim Line within ten minutes of the racecourse auction concluding After the auction, the auctioneer or racecourse representative will confirm the winning bid amount. The successful bidder must then make payment using a credit or debit card If the payment cannot be completed in full, the racecourse will annul the sale, and the horse will remain the property of its original owner. This updated process does not apply when the successful bidder is a licensed trainer, or when the horse is bought in by its current owners
No Claims will be accepted on the racecourse No additional period is allowed for Friendly Claims.
Registered Owners, Licensed and Permitted trainers may claim by telephone, to Weatherbys on 01933 303080 Such claims must be made within 15 minutes of the start of the race A BHA Security Code is required (to apply, contact Weatherbys on 01933 440077).
No premium will be payable in the event of unopposed Friendly Claims.
HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)
Total prize fund £9500 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £3923, 2nd £1962, 3rd £980, 4th £490, 5th £245. (Penalty Value £4972.30) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): T Carroll (120 wins from 1207 runners, 10%) runs DUSKAURA TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Carroll (9 wins from 70 runners, 13%) runs DUSKAURA
LONGEST TRAVELLERS: DARK ANGEL STAR trained by J Tate, THE LOST SOCK trained by R Varian, both Newmarket, 125 miles.
DARK ANGEL STAR made good progress on all-weather in the autumn and gets a narrow vote ahead of Simplify, who looks to be on a good opening handicap mark but the outside stall has the potential to make life awkward. The Lost Sock’s reappearance was too bad to be true and he could easily prove a different proposition now.
Br g Cotai Glory - Gin And Slim (IRE)
Pierre-Louis Jamin Millennial Racing
Tom Dascombe, Lambourn
Br Brendan White Route Agency Limited
TIMEFORMVIEW Two turf wins last year, showing improved form to battling well to land a 5f Haydock nursery in September. Off 6 months ahead of this all-weather debut.
2 THE LOST SOCK (IRE) (27) 321-0 D BF
Ch g Cotai Glory - Jowana (IRE)
TFRHHHII BHA85
Callum Rodriguez Racing TV Club - RaceShare
Roger Varian, Newmarket
Br Pat Beirne Racecourse Media Group
TIMEFORMVIEWProgressive form in turf maidens at 2, culminating with a Catterick win over 5f in August Disappointing when 11/8 for his 6f Kempton handicap debut/ reappearance 4 weeks ago but he’s surely better than that. Now reverts to the minimum trip in a bid to resume his progression. TFRHHHII BHA83
3 SIMPLIFY (IRE) (206) 0221-
B f Profitable (IRE) - Fanrouge (IRE)
Mr Ahmad Alkhallafi & Mr Marc Waters
(8)
Hollie Doyle
Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
Br Mrs Tina Cox Barberini Bloodstock Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWPromising type who ended her 2-y-o season with a decisive win in a big-field maiden at Thirsk (6f) under Hollie Doyle in September That form has been boosted and an open mark of 80 looks manageable with further progress likely Stall 8 might be tricky, though. TFRHHHHI BHA80
4 DARK ANGEL STAR (IRE) (173) 4312- D
9-3 (4)
B f Dark Angel (IRE) - Pastoral Girl Rossa Ryan
Mr Jaber Abdullah James Tate, Newmarket
Br Yeomanstown Stud
TIMEFORMVIEW Winner of 5f novice at Newcastle in September Good second of 10 in nursery at Chelmsford (5f) the following month. Respected on reappearance. TFRHHHHH BHA79
5 DUSKAURA (IRE) (14) 2150-46 D
B f Twilight Son - Royal Seal
The Tricky Trees
Br Barry Judge
8-13 (1)
William Carson
Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
TIMEFORMVIEWTurf maiden winner for Archie Watson last year but has failed to make a significant impact in a pair of C&D handicaps for Tony Carroll in recent weeks. Dropped another 2lb but it doesn’t look enough TFRHHIII BHA75
6 ARTISTA (IRE) (14) 50140-0 D
B f Caravaggio (USA) - Allieverneedisyou (IRE)
8-12 (6)
Sam James
Nick Bradley Racing 15 & Partner Ollie Sangster, Marlborough
Br Camas Park, Lynch Bages & Summerhill Indication Racing
TIMEFORMVIEW Won 5f Chelmsford nursery last summer but has found life tougher since, albeit she’s entitled to be sharper for her recent reappearance over this C&D. TFRHHHII BHA74
7 LITTLE JAYBEE (GB) (206) 01200- CD
8-12 (5)
B f Due Diligence (USA) - Jungle Boogaloo (IRE) Sean Levey
Mrs A L Lofts & Mrs Nicky Scott Knight Tom Ward, Upper Lambourn
Br Mrs A. L. Lofts Smulders
TIMEFORMVIEWC&D maiden winner last summer Second under a penalty at Nottingham the following month and she had an excuse (raced on unfavoured side) when well held in a Thirsk nursery on her final outing Been off for 6 months. TFRHHIII BHA74
1-2-3:
8
CONCERT (GB) (158) 214036-
Gr f Showcasing - Flymetothemoon
Highclere T’bred Racing - Scots Pine
Br Carmel Stud
Edward Greatrex
Jack Channon, West Ilsley
Highclere Thoroughbred Racing Ltd
TFRHHHII BHA72
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair 6f winner for William Haggas last year Returns with her new stable in good form and it’ll be interesting to see what the betting makes of her.
2025: RUBY’S PROFIT (IRE) 3 8 11 Hollie Doyle 5-2 (Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole) 6 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 1.
Stewards Note:
THE LOST SOCK: Following its run on 4/3/2026 it was reported that the horse ran too free.
Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Simplify (IRE), 3-1 Dark Angel Star (IRE), 11-2 The Lost Sock (IRE), 13-2 Kolkata Knight (IRE), 12-1 Concert (GB), 18-1 Artista (IRE), 20-1 Little Jaybee (GB), 25-1 Duskaura (IRE)
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SIXTH RACE 8.00
ONE MILE ABOUT SIX FURLONGS (13F ABT 219YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE MIDNITE, BUILDING THE FUTURE OF BETTING HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
Total prize fund £6000 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £2477, 2nd £1239, 3rd £619, 4th £310, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3140.40) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): J Owen (48 wins from 234 runners, 21%) runs KNIGHT OF MAGIC TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Owen (6 wins from 42 runners, 14%) runs KNIGHT OF MAGIC LONGEST TRAVELLER: BILLY BATHGATE trained by E Whillans, Hawick, 230 miles.
SHIPSHAPE has fewer convictions than the majority of these and might be worth siding with to build on a mildly encouraging first run for Bernard Llewellyn at Southwell 3 weeks ago There was a possible excuse for V Power last time and he’s respected back at the scene of January’s win.Tuba and Havachoc are others likely to be on the premises
1-2-3: 1.SHIPSHAPE (IRE) 2.V POWER 3.TUBA
1 SHIPSHAPE (IRE) (20) 0/4546-5 4 9-11 (1)
B g New Bay - Pilates (IRE) David Probert
Mr B. J. Llewellyn
Br Mountarmstrong Stud
Bernard Llewellyn, Bargoed
TIMEFORMVIEWFair form in a handful of starts for Ralph Beckett and made a reasonable start for his new stable when fifth of 8 in 1 1/2m Southwell handicap 20 days ago. His unexposed profile provides hope that he can build on that now stepping up in trip again. Gets the
2 TUBA (GB) (21) 41-3252 C BF
Gr g Golden Horn - Iromea (IRE)
5 9-10 (6)
Gina Mangan
Mr Fergal O’Brien Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br Newsells Park Stud BresBet, Dunraven Group of Companies
TIMEFORMVIEW Course winner over 2m in December Creditable second of 5 here (2m again) 3 weeks ago. Likely to be on the premises again. TFRHHHHI BHA61
3 THREE YORKSHIREMEN (IRE) (27) 5160-00 C 6 9-10 (5)
B g Massaat (IRE) - House of Roses
The Lambourn Ladies
Sean Dylan Bowen
Barry Brennan, Lambourn
Br McCracken Farms Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful over here in November but has struggled off higher marks since TFRHHIII BHA61
4 EDUCATE (GB) (21) 40-0456 C
5 9-8 (9)
B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Wordless (IRE) Aiden Brookes
Mr Anthony Bithell Micky Hammond, Middleham
Br Denford Stud Ltd Micky Hammond Racing
TIMEFORMVIEW Course winner last spring but has drawn a blank in his 12 outings since. Finished last of 6 at Southwell 3 weeks ago and it’s likely best to look elsewhere. TFRHHIII BHA59
5 V POWER (GB) (68) 5/400-10 CD
B g Protectionist (GER) - Vagabonde (IRE)
FRN - Chepstow Club
6 9-8 (3)
Billy Loughnane
Thomas Faulkner, Devauden
Br Power Thoroughbreds Germany Gmbh Valley Water Services Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner on reappearance in January Not in anything like the same form at Newcastle 10 days later but it’s possible that outing simply came too soon Freshened up since and Billy Loughnane has been booked Shortlisted. TFRHHHHI BHA59
6 HAVACHOC (GB) (20) 611144 C
4 9-7 (2)
Ro g Havana Gold (IRE) - White Chocolate (IRE) Paddy Bradley
Mr Ambrose Turnbull Patrick Morris, Prescot
Br The Rumble Racing Club - White Chocolate
TIMEFORMVIEWCompleted a 1 1/2m hat-trick in January/February (first leg here) Creditable fourth of 8 in handicap at Southwell (1 1/2m) 20 days ago. No reason why he won’t give his running again TFRHHHHI BHA59
7 FASHIONELLE (IRE) (131) 502023- C
B m Champs Elysees - Featherlight
7 9-6 (7)
William Cox
Mr Tony Forbes Tony Forbes, Uttoxeter
Br Miss Victoria Markowiak Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner who ended 2025 with a pair of good placed efforts in November
Likely to be competitive if resuming in similar form
TFRHHHII BHA57
8
BILLY BATHGATE (GB) (20) 244343 C D
9-4 (8)
Ch g New Approach (IRE) - Bustling Oisin Orr
Mr T Cox Ewan Whillans, Hawick
Br Godolphin Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear
TIMEFORMVIEWThe last of his 4 wins in 2025 came over 2m here in December Plenty of creditable efforts in a busy spell since, including third of 10 at Newcastle (2m) 20 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA55
9 ICE OPERA (IRE) (71) 0006-10 C BF 5 9-2 (10)
Gr m El Kabeir (USA) - Grand Ole Opry (IRE) Kieran O’Neill
Mr Ron C. Williams
Br Mr Albert Conneally
Grace Harris, Shirenewton
Grace Harris Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWWon 1 1/2m classified event here in January, her sole success from 21 starts Weakened quickly when fifth of 6 in a handicap back here just 3 days later and was subsequently found to have bled TFRHHHII BHA53
10 KNIGHT OF MAGIC (IRE) (3) 151545 CD 7 9-2 (4)
B g Decorated Knight - Magic Minor (IRE) Ashley Lewis (5) This Horse Is For Sale
Br T. & T. Rogers
James Owen, Newmarket
TIMEFORMVIEW Three-time winner this winter, including over C&D last month. Bit below par when only fifth of 10 at Southwell on Saturday but no shock were he to bounce straight back given who trains him. TFRHHHII BHA53
2025: MOON OVER THE SEA 6 9 3 Jason Watson 10-3 (Tony Carroll) 7 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Hood worn by No. 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 4.
Stewards Note:
V POWER: Following its run on 22/1/2026 it was reported that the horse may have ran too soon.
ICE OPERA: Following its run on 19/1/2026 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.
Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Tuba (GB), 6-1 Billy Bathgate (GB), 7-1 Knight of Magic (IRE), 8-1 Shipshape (IRE), V Power (GB), Fashionelle (IRE), 9-1 Ice Opera (IRE), 10-1 Havachoc (GB), 22-1 Educate (GB), 28-1 Three Yorkshiremen (IRE)
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
horseracing industry
8.30 ABOUT SIX FURLONGS [6F ABT 20YDS]
THREE YRS OLD THE READ MEG NICHOLLS’ BLOG AT
HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
Total prize fund
£6000 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £2477, 2nd £1239, 3rd £619, 4th £310, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3140.40) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): T Carroll (120 wins from 1207 runners, 10%) runs BAILEYS ONTHEROCKS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Carroll (9 wins from 70 runners, 13%) runs BAILEYS ONTHEROCKS LONGEST TRAVELLER: WOODY Y FERNANDEZ trained by S Hanlon, Leyburn, 150 miles.
JANE OF THE JUNGLE is given a chance to build on her improved second at Southwell last week The reappearing Maid In Devon is bred to be better than an opening mark in the mid 50s and would rate a danger if the betting speaks in her favour. A Lott of Kane is also respected having finished runner up in similar company last time
1 MAID IN DEVON (GB) (180) 056-
Ch f Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Favourite Girl (IRE)
Lewis Edmunds
Horniwinks Racing Syndicate Rod Millman, Cullompton
Br Horniwinks Racing Club Millman Racing Club, Rod Millman Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWHalf-sister to connections’ very useful sprinter Adaay In Devon. Showed a bit of promise in her 3 qualifying runs on turf last season and rates a potential improver now handicapping on return All the more interesting if backed TFRHHHHI BHA54
2 JANE OF THE JUNGLE (IRE) (5) 2600-52 9-9 (3)
B f Bungle Inthejungle - Pretty Pickle (IRE) Kieran O’Neill
Amphitheatre Racing Limited Scott Dixon, Rolleston
Br Rathasker Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWImproved effort at the only the second time of asking for Scott Dixon when neck second of 12 in handicap at Southwell (5f) 5 days ago. Back up in trip Obvious chance off the same mark. TFRHHHHH BHA54
3 BAILEYS ONTHEROCKS (GB) (14) 6450-60 9-9 (9)
B f Dark Angel (IRE) - Rock On Baileys
Jack Doughty
Dallas Racing and Associate Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Br Haras des Trois Chapelles
TIMEFORMVIEW Modest maiden First run since leaving James Tate when eighth of 10 over C&D (33/1) 14 days ago, unable to sustain effort Needs to step up on that now. TFRHHIII BHA54
4 TELLING TIME (GB) (14) 003-002 9-7 (11)
B g Time Test - Christmas Joy (IRE)
Bill & Liz Bailey Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton
Br Christmas Joy Partnership TIMEFORM VIEW NON RUNNER
NON-RUNNER
5 FRANKALI (GB) (19) 06-3530
IIIII BHA52
9-7 (10)
B f A’Ali (IRE) - Lassies Envoi Sam James
Nick Bradley Racing 15 & Partner Ollie Sangster, Marlborough
Br Houghton-Cranford Partnership Pete’s Painting
TIMEFORMVIEW Modest maiden Lost all chance start when tenth of 11 in handicap at Chelmsford (7f) 19 days ago. 3 lengths third over 7f at Kempton prior to that
HHHII BHA52
6 GRAND ECHO (IRE) (19) 60-0520 9-7 (4)
B g Kodi Bear (IRE) - Jane Rose (IRE) Tyler Heard
Mr N. Pickett
Mark Usher, Lambourn
Br Jane Rose Partnership Thames Ceilings Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Went close to a first success at Kempton (7f) last month but has a mixed overall record so it wasn’t a shock when he finished down the field at Chelmsford a fortnight
7 WOODY Y FERNANDEZ (GB) (73) 22053-0
B g Lope Y Fernandez (IRE) - Shaiydana (FR)
Gary White & Gary Wood
(1)
Conor Whiteley (7)
Stephen Hanlon, Leyburn
Br Shaiydana Partnership Sims Suzuki
TIMEFORMVIEWLast of 10 in handicap at Southwell (6f) 73 days ago (final
8 A LOTT OF KANE (IRE) (5) 004-302
Ch g Cotai Glory - Norwegian Highness (FR)
Mr David N. Reynolds
Br Kangyu International Racing
9-0 (5)
Joey Haynes
Chelsea Banham, Newmarket
TIMEFORM VIEW Good second of 9 in handicap at Chelmsford (6f) 5 days ago. Needs considering TFRHHHHI BHA45
9 BACKFIRE
(GB) (14) 566-050
B f Aclaim (IRE) - M’as Tu Vu (FR)
Amphitheatre Racing Limited
Br Bundaberg Ltd
9-0 (8)
Mikkel Mortensen (5)
Scott Dixon, Rolleston
TIMEFORMVIEW Modest form Seventh of 10 in C&D handicap (40/1) 14 days ago. Others are more obvious TFRHHIII BHA45
10 MON PETIT FRERE (IRE) (47) 006-654
B g Supremacy (IRE) - C’Est Ma Souer (IRE)
7 Under Parr
Br Mr P. Turley
9-0 (2)
Luke Morris
Joseph Parr, Newmarket
Joseph Parr Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Little form of worth Beaten 6 lengths when fourth of 5 in handicap at Chelmsford (7f, 33/1) 47 days ago. First-time cheekpieces will need to spark improvement TFRHHIII BHA43
11 SEQUENTIAL
(GB) (24) 0050
B f Charming Thought - Lulea
Mr W. Prosser
Br William Prosser
9-0 (7)
Sean Dylan Bowen
Martin Dunne, Newmarket
TIMEFORM VIEW Down the field on all starts, including 5f course handicap debut 24 days ago. TFRHIIII BHA34
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 11 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6. Stewards Note:
FRANKALI: Following its run on 12/3/2026 it was reported that the horse reared and was slowly away. WOODY Y FERNANDEZ: Following its run on 17/1/2026 it was reported that the horse moved poorly.
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Jane of The Jungle (IRE), 9-2 A Lott of Kane (IRE), 6-1 Maid In Devon (GB), 15-2 Woody Y Fernandez (GB), 9-1 Frankali (GB), 12-1 Grand Echo (IRE), 20-1 Backfire (GB), Mon Petit Frere (IRE), 22-1 Baileys Ontherocks (GB), 50-1 Sequential (GB)
RACE RESULT: TIMEDISTANCE 1ST 3RD 2ND 4TH
