Ayr Racecard - Friday 17th April by Weatherbys

Welcome to Ladies Day, the opening day of the Coral Scottish Grand National Festival - Scotland’s biggest and richest jumps ﬁxture.

Over the next two days we’ll stage some of the ﬁnest National Hunt racing the sport has to offer featuring top horses, trainers and jockeys with all of the major players here at Ayr. I’d like to thank our owners and trainers for choosing to run their horses here today and I wish all connections the very best of luck.

This afternoon’s feature race is the Hillhouse Quarry Handicap Chase and today’s contest marks the 33rd sponsorship at this Festival by the Hillhouse Group. Richard Vernon and his family have been steadfast in their support of this race, and I’d like to thank them for their generous and continuing support.

I’d also like to thank all our other sponsors this afternoon. Coral came on board as principal sponsors of the Scottish Grand National in 2007 and their unstinting commitment to this Festival ever since has seen it grow into one of the most important ﬁxtures of the jumps racing calendar

Slater Menswear sponsor our ﬁrst race and are also providing a fantastic £1200 voucher as part of the Style Awards which form such an integral part of the day

Irish Thoroughbred Marketing have also been loyal supporters of Ayr Racecourse for a number of years through their sponsorship of our winning connections, and we are delighted that they have are now sponsors of the second race on the card.

Thistle Cabs, one of Ayrshire’s leading taxi companies, sponsor the Thistle Cabs Group Handicap Hurdle and are another company who are regular supporters of the Racecourse.

A big welcome to Jardine Utilities who are sponsoring our “Hands and Heels” Handicap Hurdle for Conditional Jockeys and Amateur Riders. We welcome your support and hope you have a great experience with all of your staff

Abbott Risk is an award-winning Safety Engineering and Risk Management company operating globally and we are delighted to have them sponsoring our Maiden Hurdle.

Our Style Awards take place in the Champagne Lawns during the afternoon and there are terriﬁc prizes in four categories – Most Stylish Lady, Stylish Gent, Stylish Hat/Headpiece and Most Stylish Couple.

We are super excited to have River Island on board as main sponsors of the Style Awards, and they have contributed some fantastic prizes including a voucher for £1000 for most stylish lady and £500 for the lucky gent. We also have terriﬁc additional prizes for each category, many thanks to all of our sponsors.

In addition, we also have the fantastic Ellie Sax performing in the Ayrshire Suite after racing and Paul Scully will be entertaining in Western House post racing.

Finally, I should wish to thank the Ayr Racecourse team who have worked tirelessly to ensure this day is a great success.

To everyone, enjoy your day!

David Brown

Director

Managing

Ayr Racecourse

Jim MacLellan Owners & Trainers Liaison Jim Delahunt Raceday

TODAY’S JOCKEYS AND TRAINERS

Listed below are the Jockeys and Trainers in action at today’s meeting.

TODAY’S JOCKEYS AND TRAINERS

Listed below are the Jockeys and Trainers in action at today’s meeting

JOCKEYS

Aamilah Aswat

5.15

Tom Bellamy

4.05 4.43

Callum Bewley

2.55

James Bowen

4.43

Sean Bowen

1.45, 2.20, 2.55, 4.05, 4.43

Jonathan Burke

2.55 4.43

Harry Cobden

1.45, 2.55, 3.30

Rian Corcoran

4.05, 5.15

James Davies

3.30

TRAINERS

N. W. Alexander

1.45, 2.20, 3.30

Ben Clarke

2.20, 4.05

S. R. B. Crawford

2.55 4.05, 4.43

Gavin Cromwell

1.45 2.20

Harry Derham

1.45 4.43

Samuel Drinkwater

4.43

Ian Duncan

2.55

Sam England

Keith Donoghue

1.45, 2.20

Alan Doyle

4.05

Elliott England 5.15

Derek Fox

1.45 3.30 4.43

Ciaran Gethings 1.45

Theo Gillard 2.20, 2.55

Jamie Hamilton 4.05

Tom Hutsby 5.15

Mr Harvey James 5.15

2.20 4.43 Nigel

D. A. Kidd 5.15

Bruce Lynn 1.45 2.20 3.30

Benjamin Macey 4.43

Charlie Maggs 2.20

William Maggs 1.45

Ryan Mania 1.45

Ella McGarry

5.15

Richie McLernon

1.45 2.20 4.43

Danny McMenamin

1.45 2.20 4.05

Mr Lucas Murphy

1.45, 5.15

Paul O’Brien

1.45 4.43

Conor O’Farrell

4.05, 4.43

Jonjo O’Neill Jr

2.20 3.30 4.43

Oscar Palmer

5.15

Jack Power

1.45, 4.05

Callum Pritchard

1.45 2.55

Sean Quinlan

1.45 4.43

Conor Ring 4.05, 4.43

5.15

David Pipe

2.55 4.05

Alastair Ralph 1.45, 2.55

Nicky Richards 4.05, 5.15

Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore 1.45, 2.55, 3.30, 4.05, 4.43

Harry Skelton

3.30, 4.43 J. J. Slevin

2.55 4.05 4.43

Mr Jack Stenhouse 5.15

Jay Tidball

3.30

Sam Twiston-Davies

2.20, 4.05, 4.43

Patrick Wadge

2.55, 3.30, 4.05, 4.43

Gregor Walkingshaw 4.43

Lorcan Williams 4.05

Nico de Boinville

3.30

Dianne Sayer 1.45

Jeremy Scott 4.05

Dan Skelton

3.30 4.43

R. Mike Smith 1.45

Sandy Thomson 2.20 4.05 4.43

Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies

4.05

Donald Whillans 4.43

Mrs C. Williams 4.05, 4.43

Graeme Anderson Clerk of the Course & Head Groundsman

Lindsey Smith Sales & Marketing Manager

Presenter Ross Donald Raceday Operations Manager

Rawson Winning Connections

David Brown Managing Director Zac Warr Western House Hotel General Manager

Chef

About 2 miles Hurdle

2 mile 110y Chase

2 miles 4f Hurdle

3 mile 70 yds Hurdle 2 mile 4f 100y Chase

2 miles 5f Hurdle

RACE STARTS

RACE 1 - 1.45PM

Slater Menswear Handicap Hurdle (Class 3) 2m

RACE 2 - 2.20PM

Irish Thoroughbred Marketing Novices’ Limited Handicap Chase (Class 3) 2m 110yds

RACE 3 - 2.55PM

Abbott Risk Consulting Ltd Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 2m

RACE 4 - 3.30PM

Hillhouse Quarry Handicap Chase (Class 2) 2m 4f 110yds

RACE 5 - 4.05PM

Coral Handicap Hurdle (Class 2) 2m 5f 91y

RACE 6 - 4.43PM

Get Home Safe With Thistle Cabs Handicap Hurdle (Class 3) 3m 70yds

RACE 7 - 5.15PM

Jardine Utilities Race To Repair ‘Hands & Heels’ Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 2m 4f 100yds

THANK YOU SPONSORS

The Ayr Executive would like to thank today’s sponsors for their very generous support. We wish them and their guests an enjoyable afternoon with us.

7 MIGHTY THUNDER (GB) (29) 011612

B g Malinas (GER) - Cool Island (IRE)

Allson Sparkle Ltd

C. and Mrs Wilson

8 11-1

Tom Scudamore

Lucinda Russell, Kinross

Ian Macleod & Co Ltd, Allson Wholesale Won three hurdle races, a NH ﬂat race and three chases from 2m to 4m 1f on ground varying from good to soft. Beaten 1l by Time To Get Up when second of 20 at 18-1 on his latest outing in the Midlands National at Uttoxeter over 4m 2f last month. This is more demanding. Official BHA Rating 144

Breeding Owner Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor

1 Colour graphic

2 Saddlecloth number

3 Colour of horse

B=bay Br=brown

Ch=chesnut Gr=grey

4 Sex of horse

c=colt h=horse

g=gelding f=ﬁlly

m=mare

FORM RATINGS

5 Horse’s name

6 Days since last run

7 Previous Performances

/=new season -=new year

C=course winner

D=distance winner

CD=course & distance winner

BF=beaten favourite

8 Form guide

9 Age

10 Weight

Included in the form guide below each horse is a form rating, calculated from the horse’s previous performances, taking into account a number of variables such as ﬁnishing position, distance won/beaten by, horses beaten/beaten by weight carried, race time (compared with the standard time) going allowance number of days since that performance, etc.

Horses which have not raced will not have a form rating, as may some horses which have raced but not recently in Britain or their performances to-date have not yet merited a rating.

HOW TO BET

1. Pick your Racehorse, look around for the best odds on course, try to proffer the correct stake money for your wager

2. Ask the Bookmaker for your bet by naming the horse. The bookmaker will repeat your bet to his clerk, correct bookmaker if he makes a mistake and receive your Betting Ticket as a receipt for your bet.

3. If your horse wins, give your Betting Ticket to the bookmaker, check your winnings.

4. Check with the bookmaker when placing a bet, the Place Terms. Place Betting, not all on course bookmakers accept each way bets, ie. for a win or a place.

5. In the unlikely event of a dispute after adhering to this procedure, the bookmaker will tell the punter to approach the Ring Official, who will advise you as to your rights.

6. Some course bookmakers have minimum stakes.e.g. £1, £5, £10 but small backers are catered for in the racecourse Betting Shops.

EACH WAY BETTING

In conjunction with The RCA, the bookmakers have introduced standard each-way terms. Bookmakers will provide these terms, or better, when offering each-way betting.

• Fewer than 3 runners - all on to win

• 3 or 4 runners – 1/5 odds a place 1,2

• 5 – 7 runners (inclusive) – 1/4 odds a place 1,2

• 8 or more runners – 1/5 odds a place 1,2,3

• Handicaps with 12 to 15 runners (inclusive) – 1/4 odds a place 1,2,3

• Handicaps with 16 to 21 runners (inclusive) – 1/5 odds a place 1,2,3,4

• Handicaps with 22 or more runners – 1/4 odds a place 1,2,3,4

All bookmakers must display on their boards whether they are betting each way or to win only

LADIES DA

Here is an at a glance guide to what’s on to help you enjoy your day from start to ﬁnish.

CHRIS HARDIE SAXOPHONIST & EMPRESS ARTS FRONT ENTRANCE FROM 11.45AM

ROSIE SINGS HOSPITALITY SUITE FROM 11.45AM

THE RHYTHM KINGS CHAMPAGNE LAWNS FROM 12.00 PM

STILT WALKERS WANDERING FROM 2.00PM

MIDNIGHT JUKEBOX

ELLIE SAX

AYRSHIRE SUITE FROM 5.25PM

MAIN STAGE PR SUITE FROM 5.25PM

COLIN MCARDLE

AYRSHIRE SUITE FROM 6.25PM

*Timings may be subject to change.

C AFE MENUS

CAFE SILKS

FOOD& DRINK

AT THE FESTIVAL

We are thrilled to be welcoming a variety of extra Food & Drink outlets to our Coral Scottish Grand National Festival this Friday So along with our permanent Cafes & Bars, you will also ﬁnd plenty of other options outdoors. Have a look and see what you fancy...

Paddock Area (Grandstand / Club)

∞ Pizza

∞ Off The Grill

∞ Coffee Pod

∞ Stream Line Bar

∞ Little Margarita Truck

Courtyard Area

(Grandstand / Club)

∞ Smash Burger

∞ Loaded Fries

∞ Gin & Cocktail Bar

∞ Prosecco Bar

Champagne Lawns (Club Only)

∞ Pure Bartending

∞ Sips Events Bar

SCOTTISH GRAND NATIONAL FESTIVAL

Champagne

GETTING ABOUT

STYLE AWARDS

Fabulous prizes up for grabs for the most stylish Racegoers!

Style is the theme of the day on Friday 17th April, Coral Scottish Grand National Ladies Day, with top prizes up for grabs.

Strike a pose, and get noticed as spotters will be out and about choosing the most stylish racegoers to take to the catwalk on the Champagne Lawns, with one winner being crowned for each of the following categories!

CATWALK TIMES

Most Stylish Hat Prizes

£100 River Island Voucher and RI Goodie Bag

Stephanie Gallen Millinery Voucher

Si! Spa Day for 2

Diamonde Blush Gin Gift Set

2x Legends Lounge Badges to Ladbrokes Ayr Gold Cup Ladies Day

£1,000 River Island Voucher and RI Goodie Bag

£350 Rule 42 Voucher

Scott & Charters Cashmere Lounge Suit

SLS Aesthetics Voucher*

Facial Treatment* at H-Beauty Silverburn and H Beauty Goodie Bag

2x Legends Lounge Badges to Ladbrokes Ayr Gold Cup Ladies Day

Most Stylish Lady Prizes

Most Stylish Gent Prizes

£500 River Island Voucher and RI Goodie Bag

£1,200 Slater Voucher

£100 Empire Glasgow Voucher

Tennent’s Brewery Tour for 4

Supercar Driving Experience from Ingliston Drive Experiences

2x Legends Lounge Badges to Ladbrokes Ayr Gold Cup Ladies Day

Most Stylish Couple Prizes

£200 River Island Voucher and RI goodie bag

Wild Ritual Sauna Private Session for 8 plus Premium Gift Box with Plant-Based Oils

Overnight Stay at Western House Hotel with the Ultimate Ascot Suite Experience

Corney & Barrow Wine Cellar Tour for 4

2x Legends Lounge Badges to Ladbrokes Ayr Gold Cup Ladies Day -

* Subject to consultation

LOUNGE

Step into the ultimate raceday glam experience at our H Beauty Lounge, located in the Champagne Lawns Marquee.

Enjoy hair and makeup touch-ups throughout the day from your favourite beauty brands, keeping you looking ﬂawless from ﬁrst race to afterparty.

Browse and shop on the go with must-have handbag-sized minis and iconic Harrods beauty favourites, with even more surprises and exclusive treats to be revealed on the day

See you there!

THE SLATER MENSWEAR HANDICAP HURDLE (CLASS 3)

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a two mile handicap hurdle race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 130 In a handicap the weight that each of the runners carries is determined by their official handicap rating which is based on their level of form shown so far The aim is to ensure competitive racing by asking the higher rated horses to carry more weight than lower rated rival. As a guide, horses rated 60 tend to be at the lower end of the scale whilst the very best performers would be rated as high as 170

2025 WINNER WILFUL (IRE)

SP: 9/2

Age/Weight: 6-11-9

Runners: 12

Jockey: Jonjo O’Neill Jr

Trainer: Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill

Summary: Wilful emerged victorious in last year’s renewal of the opening race. The gelding successfully navigated the ﬁnal hurdle before producing an impressive turn of foot to draw clear of his nearest rival.

RACE STATISTICS YOUR RACE-BY-RACE FACTS, FANCIES & STATISTICS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): N Alexander (51 wins from 303 runners, 17%) runs GINGER MAIL & LANCE LES DES TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P Nicholls (8 wins from 38 runners, 21%) runs BIBE MUS

LONGEST TRAVELLER: SECRET FORCE trained by G Cromwell, Ireland.

TODAY’S TIPS Connections have been patient with Castle Ivers, who hasn’t been seen since winning his maiden at Warwick in 2024, with his bumper form standing out ahead of his handicap debut. He is one to watch, but preference is for SECRET FORCE, whose Musselburgh Listed fourth looks the best form, and with a tongue-tie and cheekpieces added here for the ﬁrst time. Triple Crown Ted and Magna Victor are others to consider

DECLARED RUNNERS 15

2025: WILFUL (IRE)

O’Neill Jr 9-2 (Jonjo & AJ O’Neill) 12 ran Tongue Strap worn ﬁrst time by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No. 7. Hood worn by No. 4, 14 Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8, 10 12.

Probable S.P’s: 6-1 Castle Ivers (IRE), 13-2 Triple Crown Ted (IRE), 8-1 Magna Victor (GB), 10-1 Bibe Mus (FR), 12-1 Secret Force (IRE), Lance Les Des (FR), 14-1 Newtown Rambler (IRE), Belaya River (FR), 16-1 The Gray Ghost

20-1 Caballo de Guerra (IRE), 25-1 Ravenscraig Castle (GB), Dance Thief (IRE), 28-1 Tuppence (FR), 33-1 Ginger Mail (FR), 40-1 Bertie’s Ballet (GB)

(IRE),

THE SLATER MENSWEAR HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £18000

Prize Money £9505 to the winning horse The second to receive £4374, the third £2187, the fourth £1094 and the ﬁfth £545

colours no horse age st-lb

1 CASTLE IVERS (IRE) (512) 11310/1- D 7 12-0

Br B g Malinas (GER) - Made Easy (IRE)

Sean Bowen J

O Bective Stud Olly Murphy Wilmcote T

B J. and J. Lawler

He has won a hurdle race, two NH ﬂat races and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to soft to yielding. Won on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race when 5-6 favourite at Warwick over 2m (good to soft) in November ‘24, beating Don’t Mind If I Do by 1/2l. Official BHA Rating 120

2 THE GRAY GHOST (IRE) (34) 454414 7 12-0

Br Gr g Doyen (IRE) - La Reine Chic (FR)

O The Menzies Family

Callum Pritchard (3) J

Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon T

B Mr Kevin Conaty AFG Media Limited S

He has won two hurdle races and a NH ﬂat race from 2m 1f to 2m 4f on good and good to soft ground. Finished 3 1/2l behind Intosomethinggood when fourth of 13 at 12-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Kempton over 2m 5f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 120

3 BIBE MUS (FR) (38) 132210 D 4 11-13

Br B g Camelot - Josephine Bettany Harry Cobden J

O Mr Colm Donlon Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B Ecurie de Cachene Morson Group S

Successful in two hurdle races at 2m on soft and yielding ground. Beaten 19l behind Saratoga at 20-1 when 11th of 22 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Cheltenham over 2m (good to soft) last month. Has won at Sandown and Gowran Park this season. Official BHA Rating 127

4 CABALLO DE GUERRA (IRE) (48) 0-14445 D 5 11-12

Br Br g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Lindy Lou Jack Power (5) J

O Mr A.H.B Hodge & Mrs H Cheape Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T

B A. H. B. Hodge Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

A winner of a hurdle race at 2m on good ground. Well beaten at 80-1 behind Montemares when ﬁfth of 10 on his latest outing in the Grade 2 bet365 Premier Novices’ Hurdle at Kelso over 2m 2f (good to soft) in February. Official BHA Rating 118

5 MAGNA VICTOR (GB) (76) 6/53-411 D 7 11-11

Br B g Telescope (IRE) - Sweet Vixen Ciaran Gethings J

O Mr S. Price Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth T

B Magna Bloodstock Air Conditioning Accessories Ltd S

Successful in two hurdle races at 2m on good to soft ground. Won on his latest outing in a hurdle race when 10-3 favourite at Musselburgh over 2m (good to soft) in January, beating As Fast As Wind by 2l. Has won twice at Musselburgh this season. Official BHA Rating 117

6 BERTIE’S BALLET (GB) (48) 312-040 D 8 11-11

Br B g Albaasil (IRE) - More Ballet Money Ryan Mania J

O Falcon’s Line Ltd Dianne Sayer, Penrith T

B Falcon’s Line Ltd Tote S

He has won two hurdle races and two NH ﬂat races at 2m on ground varying from good to heavy Well beaten at 22-1 behind Captain Hugo when 12th of 17 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Kelso over 2m (good to soft) in February. Official BHA Rating 117

7 SECRET FORCE (IRE) (76) 144 D 4 11-10

Br B g Frankel - Duneﬂower (IRE)

O Mr J. Fyffe

Keith Donoghue J

Gavin Cromwell, Ireland T

B Godolphin JF Kegs (Scotland) Ltd S

A winner of a hurdle race at 2m on good - yielding ground. Finished 3 1/2l behind Made U Blush when fourth of 6 at 10-3 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Musselburgh over 2m (good to soft) in January. He is wearing cheekpieces and a tongue-tie for the ﬁrst time. Official BHA Rating 124

8 NEWTOWN RAMBLER (IRE) (40) P33001 D 7 11-10

Br B g Snow Sky - Heart N Hope (IRE)

Danny McMenamin J

O Keatley Racing, Doherty and Manson Adrian Keatley, Malton T

B P. Hillis

Successful in two hurdle races at 2m and 2m 4f on good to soft and yielding ground. A winner at 11-1 in a hurdle race at Warwick over 2m (good to soft) on his latest outing last month, beating So You Know by 1 1/2l. Official BHA Rating 116

9 TRIPLE CROWN TED (IRE) (41) 2-31412 D BF 6 11-8

Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - This Is Bollyduff (IRE)

Derek Fox J

O The Teddy Boys Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T

B Mrs C. J. Zetter-Wells Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

Successful in two hurdle races at 2m on soft and heavy ground. Beaten 6l by Litleangel Duseuil when second of 7 at 11-8 favourite on his latest outing in a hurdle race over this course and distance (soft) last month. Has won twice at Kelso this season. Official BHA Rating 114

10 GINGER MAIL (FR) (28) 643P30 CD 10 11-4

Br Gr g Sinndar (IRE) - Queenly Mail (FR)

Bruce Lynn J

O Mrs David Coltman & Mrs J Douglas Miller N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B Mr Bernard Pierre Le Courtois Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

He has won four hurdle races from 2m to 2m 4f on good to soft and soft ground. Beaten 18l behind Light Fandango at 22-1 when 11th of 14 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Musselburgh over 2m 1f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 110

11 LANCE LES DES (FR) (42) 30-3321 CD 7 11-3

Br Ch g Gris de Gris (IRE) - Macara (GER)

Sean Quinlan J

O Roll The Dice N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B E.A.R.L. de Faydeau Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S

A winner at 11-4 in a maiden hurdle race over this course and distance (soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Allfor by 1 1/2l. Official BHA Rating 109

12 RAVENSCRAIG CASTLE (GB) (28) 145354 D 8 11-2

Br Gr g Nathaniel (IRE) - In The Soup (USA)

William Maggs (3) J

O A Sinclair, I Jardine & V Renwick Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T B Wadacre Stud Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S

A winner of a hurdle race at 2m on good ground. Finished 4 1/2l behind Light Fandango when fourth of 14 at 14-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Musselburgh over 2m 1f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 108

13 DANCE THIEF (IRE) (26) 33-5P10 CD

Br B g Leading Light (IRE) - Don’t Wait (IRE)

8 10-13

Richie McLernon J

O Mr R. Michael Smith R. Mike Smith, Galston T

B P. O’Connell

He has won a hurdle race, two chases and a point-to-point from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to soft. Well beaten at 18-1 behind Marty McFly when 9th of 12 on his latest outing in a chase at Carlisle over 2m (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 105

14 TUPPENCE (FR) (28) U/400-24

6 10-6

Br B m Ivanhowe (GER) - Pina (FR) Mr Lucas Murphy (7) J

O Mr Raymond Anderson Green Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T

B Mr Raymond-Anderson Green Ian Macleod & Co Ltd, NSPCC S

Placed in a hurdle race from six starts. Finished 6l behind Feach Amach when fourth of 7 at 9-2 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Musselburgh over 2m 4f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 98

15 BELAYA RIVER (FR) (16) 54125 D

4 10-5

Br B g Siyouni (FR) - Kosmische (IRE) Paul O’Brien J

O D&D Armstrong and McNeill Family Harry Derham, Newbury T

B Rashit Shaykhutdinov OLBG S

A winner of a hurdle race at 2m on soft ground. Well beaten at 10-1 behind Maple when ﬁfth of 7 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Sedgeﬁeld over 2m 1f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 105

NOTICES

Weights, Pedigrees, Trainers’ Names, Descriptions, Performances and Values of races have been added for the convenience of the Public, but are subject to alteration. All horses must parade in the Parade Ring except by permission of the Stewards, but in all cases must pass through the Ring on the way to the Post.

You may be asked to provide proof of your age when placing a bet If you cannot produce this your bet will not be accepted

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UPCOMING

FIXTURES:

Musselburgh: Sat 6th June - The Edinburgh Cup Raceday (Flat)

Perth: Sun 7th June - Perth Gold Cup Day

Ayr: Fri 19th & Sat 20th June (Flat)

Ayr: Sat 8th August - Sounds of Summer Racenight (Flat)

Perth: Sat 15th August - Stone of Destiny Raceday

April 23

Point-to-Point & NH 3-Y-O Store Sale Goresbridge

April 30 Punchestown Sale Goffs

May 28

June 9 - 11 Arkle Sale Goffs

June 24 - 26

August 11 - 13 National Hunt Sale Tattersalls Ireland

Point-to-Point

Dec (TBC)

THE IRISH THOROUGHBRED MARKETING NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

RACE DESCRIPTION

Novice races tend to be for younger horses that are still learning their way over hurdles or fences and allow them to race against each other before graduating up the ranks. Horses are classed as a novice if they have yet to win a race, under the respective code, prior to the official start of the season, towards the end of April although for wins between 1st March and the end of the season they may continue to contest novice races until the end of the following October This particular two miles and half a furlong novices’ limited handicap steeple chase is for horses aged ﬁve-years-old and upwards who are rated between 0-125 and have not won more than two steeple chases.

2025 WINNER ASTA LA PASTA (IRE)

SP: 6/4F

Age/Weight: 7-11-10

Runners: 4

Jockey: Harry Skelton

Trainer: Dan Skelton

Summary: Asta La Pasta produced an incredibly impressive performance in last year’s race. With Harry Skelton aboard, the gelding proved to be far too strong for his three rivals as he stormed to victory by a margin of 37 lengths.

RACE STATISTICS YOUR RACE-BY-RACE FACTS, FANCIES & STATISTICS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): N Alexander (51 wins from 303 runners, 17%) runs BALLYFORT TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J & A O’Neill (6 wins from 36 runners, 17%) runs KOUKEO LONGEST TRAVELLER: STUNTMAN STEVE trained by G Cromwell, Ireland.

TODAY’S TIPS MARTY MCFLY goes from strength to strength over fences, winning four in a row with the latest of those by three lengths at Carlisle, and another 7lb from the handicapper may not stop him. The Grafter is a big danger as he looks to keep his unbeaten record over the larger obstacles after an easy win at Newcastle. He can enter the reckoning along with Throatlash and C&D winner Ballyfort

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2025: ASTA LA PASTA (IRE) 7 11 10 Harry Skelton

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn

Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn

THE IRISH THOROUGHBRED MARKETING

NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

for novice ﬁve yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £15500

Prize Money £8185 to the winning horse The second to receive £3766, the third £1883, the fourth £942 and the ﬁfth £469

colours no horse

1 PLEASINGTON (IRE) (48) 0-352FP D 8 11-10

Br Br g Shantou (USA) - Bisoguet (IRE)

O McNeill Family & Stone Family

Sean Bowen J

Olly Murphy Wilmcote T

B Kenilworth House Stud Betano S

Successful in two hurdle races at 1m 7f and 2m on heavy ground. Pulled up at the last when 13-2 at Newbury over 2m 4f (good to soft) in a chase won by Heltenham in February on his latest outing. He is wearing cheekpieces for the ﬁrst time. Official BHA Rating 125

2 THROATLASH (IRE) (62) 3P-111F D BF 7 11-9

Br B g El Salvador (IRE) - My Bay Lady

O J Fyffe & Racing Partners

B Mark Slevin

Theo Gillard J

Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T

He has won three chases and a point-to-point from 1m 7f to 3m on ground varying from good to soft to yielding. Fell 3 out when 6-4 favourite at Haydock over 2m 4f (soft) in a chase won by The Bluesman in February on his latest outing. Official BHA Rating 124

3 RISK DE PLUIE (FR) (33) 263212 BF

Br B g No Risk At All (FR) - Mangenie (FR)

O Beard, Ford and Langford

B S.C.E.A Haras Du Ma & Mr Marc Dumont

7 11-7

Sam Twiston-Davies J

Ben Clarke, Corscombe T

Ben Clarke Racing Ltd S

He has won a hurdle race, a chase and a point-to-point from 2m 3f to 3m on soft ground. Beaten 4l by Jaipaletemps when second of 5 at 10-11 favourite on his latest outing in a chase at Chepstow over 2m 3f (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 122

4 THE GRAFTER (IRE) (55) 2225-11 D

Br B g Workforce - Shokalocka Baby (IRE)

O Evason, Hewitt and Walsh

7 11-6

Richie McLernon J

Sam England, Guiseley T

B John Redmond Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd S

Successful in two chases at 2m on good to soft and heavy ground. Won on his latest outing in a chase when 2-1 joint-favourite at Newcastle over 2m (good to soft) in February, beating Spadestep by 4l. Official BHA Rating 121

5 KOUKEO (FR) (27) 0-11305 D

6 11-5

Br B g Kapgarde (FR) - Karikale (FR) Jonjo O’Neill Jr J

O Mrs E. J. Wills

Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham T

B Haras de Coudraies Wasdell Group S

He has won a hurdle race and two chases from 2m to 2m 6f on good and good to soft ground. Well beaten at 4-1 behind Palacio when last of 5 on his latest outing in a chase at Newbury over 2m (good to soft) last month. Has won at Haydock and Windsor this season. Official BHA Rating 120

6 MARTY MCFLY (IRE) (26) 041111 D

Br B g Getaway (GER) - Barbalicious (IRE)

O Mrs Wilma Duffus

8 11-4

Danny McMenamin J

Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T

B Peter Greaney Sinclair’s of Rhynie Limited, Sandy Thomson, Border Embroidery S

Winner of a hurdle race, ﬁve chases and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to ﬁrm to good to soft. A winner at 5-1 in a chase at Carlisle over 2m (good to soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Coup De Coeur by 3l. Official BHA Rating 119

7 STUNTMAN STEVE (IRE) (27) 000045 D 7 11-4

Br B g Getaway (GER) - Mrs Bob (IRE)

Keith Donoghue J

O MMW Racing Syndicate & Declan Mac Mahon Gavin Cromwell, Ireland T

B Ms Elaine Gavin

He has won two hurdle races and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on good ground. Finished 20l behind Moudan when ﬁfth of 9 at 18-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Navan over 2m 1f (soft - heavy) last month. Official BHA Rating 119

8 BALLYFORT (IRE) (41) 0-13162 CD 8 10-5

Br B g Fame And Glory - Mardale (IRE)

Bruce Lynn J

O Matterson, Maclay and Warre N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B Frank Motherway Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S He has won a hurdle race and two chases from 2m to 2m 1f on good and soft ground. Beaten 1l by Dance Thief when second of 5 at 11-4 on his latest outing in a chase over this course and distance (soft) last month. Has won at Ayr and Kelso this season. Official BHA Rating 106

9 TANKING ALONG (IRE) (26) 621416 D

Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Myska (IRE) Charlie Maggs (3) J

O Mr Eamon McElligott Patrick Neville, Leyburn T

B Kenneth Parkhill Sinclair’s of Rhynie Limited S Successful in a hurdle race and a chase at 2m and 2m 1f on good and soft ground. Well beaten at 7-1 behind Marty McFly when sixth of 12 on his latest outing in a chase at Carlisle over 2m (good to soft) last month. Has won twice at Sedgeﬁeld this season. Official BHA Rating 98

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TODAY’S JOCKEY TO WATCH - HARRY COBDEN

The stats show that the former champion jockey hasn’t been a regular visitor to Ayr outside of this biggest 2-day meeting of the season but his strike-rate is a more than healthy 23% and he famously won last year’s Coral Scottish Grand National on the Willie Mullins trained Captain Cody. The now 27 year-old was champion Conditional Jockey in 2015/16 before becoming overall Champion in 2023/24 and he’ll continue as ﬁrst jockey to trainer Paul Nicholls until the end of this month, before taking over from Mark Walsh as retained rider for owner JP McManus in Ireland & Great Britain on May 1. Cobden’s Grade One Brown Advisory Chase win on Kitzbuhel at Cheltenham last month took his Festival tally to 7 on top of Kempton King George VI Chase wins on Clan Des Obeaux (2018) and Bravemansgame (2022). We’re delighted to welcome Harry to Ayr this weekend before his visits will be restricted to days involving runners in the green and gold hoops (white cap) which he’s about to wear with increasing regularity on both sides of the Irish Sea.

23% SUCCESS RATE AT AYR OVER THE LAST 5 YEARS 7 WINS FROM 30 RIDES

TODAY’S TRAINER TO WATCH - DAN SKELTON

Dan’s fantastic season so far will see him crowned Champion Trainer for the very first time at Sandown next weekend and the Skelton team have been regular visitors to Ayr over the past few years as they’ve sought a first championship against overwhelming opposition from the now finally, dethroned Willie Mullins. Trainer Dan and jockey brother Harry come as a team, but while Harry has been Champion Jockey with his brother’s backing in 2020/21, this season has been the turn of older brother Dan to finally claim the number one spot in a title-race which Mullins finally conceded last weekend despite Aintree Grand National success with I Am Maximus. Skelton’s big-race successes this season have been the icing on the cake of a title race which saw him crash through the £4 million winnings barrier and Britain’s new Number One warmed up for Ayr with 6 winners at Aintree last weekend, including 3 Grade Ones with Grey Dawning, Mirabad and Bossman Jack.

THE

ABBOTT RISK CONSULTING LTD MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

for maiden four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000

Prize Money £5446 to the winning horse The second to receive £2509, the third £1254 and the fourth £628

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): S R B Crawford (28 wins from 161 runners, 17%) runs GREEN ANGEL TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D McCain (6 wins from 22 runners, 27%) runs BOHEMOND ANTIOCH LONGEST TRAVELLER: GREEN ANGEL trained by S R B Crawford, Ireland.

1 BOHEMOND ANTIOCH (GB) (112) 443-22U 5 11-6

Br B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Bybrook

O Mr T. G. Leslie

Theo Gillard J

Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T

B The Bybrook Partnership Bluegrass Horse Feeds S

Placed in two hurdle races and a NH ﬂat race from seven starts. Unseated rider when 15-8 at Sedgeﬁeld over 2m 1f (good to soft) in a maiden hurdle race won by Gintime in December last year on his latest outing. Official BHA Rating 115

2 DROPEMATTHESTATION (GB) (48) 4/1-4433 6 11-6

Br B g Frontiersman - La Creole (FR)

Callum Pritchard (3) J

O Old Gold Racing 30 Ben Pauling, Naunton T

B Yorton Farm Stud Retraining of Racehorses, Old Gold Racing S

A winner of a point-to-point at 3m on good to soft ground. Third of 8 behind Leader Crik beaten 13l at 5-2 on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race at Doncaster over 2m 3f (soft) in February. Official BHA Rating 114

3 GREEN ANGEL (IRE) (66) 4-44 5 11-6

Br B g Tirwanako (FR) - Angelic Symphony (IRE) J. J. Slevin J

O Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T

B Philip Rothwell & John Leckey The Sporting Life S

Unplaced in all three starts. Finished 18l behind Apache Tribe when fourth of 9 at 7-1 on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race here over 2m 4f (soft) in February. Official BHA Rating -

4 LINALENE (FR) (53) 30-U402 5 11-6

Br Gr g Rail Link - Quristine (FR) Patrick Wadge J

O Celtic Connections Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T

B S.C.E.A Ste Ent Etienne Et Gregoire Lee Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

Placed in a hurdle race and a NH ﬂat race from seven starts. Beaten 1/2l by Next Twist when second of 5 at 28-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race over this course and distance (soft) in February. Official BHA Rating 107

5 LIRION (FR) (53) 2-2 BF

5 11-6

Br B g Voiladenuo (FR) - Rirta (FR) Sean Bowen J

O MrsDianaLWhateley,McNeill&StoneFamilies Olly Murphy Wilmcote T

B S.C.E.A Ecurie Haras de La Rousseliere Betano S

Placed in two NH ﬂat races from two starts. Beaten a short head by Jardin De Tunis when second of 4 at 13-8 joint-favourite on his latest outing in a NH ﬂat race here over 2m (soft) in February. Official BHA Rating -

6 MAGNA PATCH (GB) (50) 2-04

Br B g Telescope (IRE) - Sweet Vixen

6 11-6

Jonathan Burke J

O Mr S. Price Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth T

B Magna Bloodstock Air Conditioning Accessories Ltd S

Placed in a point-to-point from three starts. Well beaten at 50-1 behind Burano Murano when fourth of 7 on his hurdling debut at Ludlow over 2m (good to soft) in February. Official BHA Rating -

7 CULZEAN (GB) (23) 604P

Br B m Frontiersman - Belfast Central (IRE)

O Stephen Sinclair & Ian Duncan

5 10-13

Callum Bewley J

Ian Duncan, Coylton T

B Ian Duncan & Stephen Sinclair Ian Duncan Racing S

Unplaced in all four starts. Pulled up at the last when 400-1 at Hexham over 2m 4f (soft) in a maiden hurdle race won by Maiori last month on her latest outing. Official BHA Rating -

8 PENN AVENUE (GB) (26) 343330

4 10-5

Br B f Mohaather - Victory Garden Harry Cobden J

O Mrs Jo Tracey David Pipe, Wellington T

B Genesis Green Stud Ltd W & S Recycling S

Placed in two hurdle races from six NH starts. Beaten 17l behind National Question at 5-1 when 9th of 11 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Carlisle over 2m 1f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 97

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

2025: ROXANNE (GER) 5 11 4 Kielan Woods 10-3 (Dan Skelton) 5 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3. Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No. 2. Stewards Note: PENN AVENUE: Following its run on 22/3/2026 it was reported that the horse weakened quickly late-on.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Dropematthestation (GB), 4-1 Bohemond Antioch (GB), 5-1 Green Angel (IRE), 11-2 Linalene (FR), Lirion (FR), 8-1 Penn Avenue (GB), 50-1 Magna Patch (GB), 250-1 Culzean (GB)

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Point-to-point winner Dropematthestation has his first start following wind surgery and he could go well if that brings improvement, but he will need to step up to get the better of LIRION Olly Murphy’s gelding was only beaten a short head here in a bumper in February and this looks to be a suitable opportunity on his hurdling debut. Bohemond Antioch was unlucky when unseating last time and may gain some compensation.

totewin: Lirion

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FOURTH RACE 3.30

THE HILLHOUSE QUARRY HANDICAP CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a two mile, four and a half furlongs handicap steeple chase for ﬁve-year-olds and upwards. The majority of handicaps are designed for horses from with a speciﬁc ratings band but this particular race has no rating restrictions attached to it which allows horses with a higher rating to take part. Even so, the higher rated horses must still concede weight to their lower rated rivals, which tends to make open handicaps very competitive races.

2024 WINNER RISKINTHEGROUND (IRE)

SP: 13/2

Age/Weight: 8-11-4

Runners: 11

Jockey: Harry Skelton

Trainer: Dan Skelton

Summary: Riskintheground added to his tally of wins in this sphere by triumphing in last year’s race. The Dan Skelton-trained gelding moved to the front heading towards the ﬁnal fence and cleared it with ease before powering home.

RACE STATISTICS

YOUR RACE-BY-RACE FACTS, FANCIES & STATISTICS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): N Alexander (51 wins from 303 runners, 17%) runs DUBAI DAYS

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (12 wins from 59 runners, 20%) runs HOE JOLY SMOKE

WEIGHTWATCHER: IL RIDOTO won off a handicap mark of 141, his rating is now down 5lb to 136

LONGEST TRAVELLER: DONNACHA trained by N Hawke, Tiverton, 438 miles.

TODAY’S TIPS

Hoe Joly Smoke has his ﬁrst start after wind surgery and may well feature for Dan Skelton’s yard. Donnacha landed a competitive contest at Cheltenham in January and could have a say in the outcome, but TWINJETS makes most appeal. Paul Nicholls’ top weight bounced back with a creditable second at Newbury last month and, given the third has subsequently boosted that form, the son of Jet Away looks set to make another bold bid.

WIN: TWINJETS EACHWAY: HOE JOLY SMOKE

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2025: RISKINTHEGROUND (IRE) 8 11 4 Harry Skelton 13-2 (Dan Skelton) 11 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 5, 6, 7, 9. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 7. Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No. 7. Stewards Note:

TWINJETS: Following its run on 21/3/2026 it was reported that the horse jumped left-handed. HOE JOLY SMOKE: Following its run on 21/2/2026 it was reported that the horse lost its left-fore shoe.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Donnacha (IRE), 11-2 Califet En Vol (IRE), 13-2 Jipcot (FR), 7-1 Twinjets (IRE), 8-1 Hoe Joly Smoke (GB), 17-2 Myretown (IRE), 10-1 Il Ridoto (FR), 16-1 Hombre de Guerra (IRE), 18-1 Dubai Days (IRE)

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THE HILLHOUSE QUARRY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

for ﬁve yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £50000

Prize Money £25720 to the winning horse The second to receive £11825, the third £5915, the fourth £2955, the ﬁfth £1480, the sixth £735, the seventh £370 and the eighth £185

colours no horse age st-lb

1 TWINJETS (IRE) (27) P-11UP2 D

9 12-0

Br B g Jet Away - Shenamar (IRE) Jay Tidball (5) J

O Mr C. W. Rodgers Paul Nicholls Ditcheat T

B Pat Morrissey Morson Group S

Has won three hurdle races, two NH ﬂat races, three chases and a point-to-point from 1m 7f to 3m on ground varying from good to soft. Beaten 1 3/4l by Prairie Wolf when second of 7 at 5-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Newbury over 2m 4f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 148

2 CALIFET EN VOL (IRE) (34) 6-23514 D BF 7 11-7

Br Br g Califet (FR) - Mallards In Flight (IRE)

O McNeill Family & Stone Family

Nico de Boinville J

Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T

B Thomas Anthony Geoghegan Unibet S

He has won two hurdle races and a chase from 2m 4f to 2m 5f on good and good to soft ground. Well beaten at 5-6 favourite behind Teddy Blue when fourth of 7 on his latest outing in a chase at Kempton over 2m 4f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 141 (-1)

3 MYRETOWN (IRE) (38) 11-F4P0

9 11-6

Br B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Miss Platinum (IRE) Derek Fox J

O Wymer & Russell Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T

B Longrove Stud Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

Winner of a hurdle race, three chases and a point-to-point from 2m 3f to 3m 1f on good to soft and soft ground. Well beaten at 7-1 behind Johnnywho when 13th of 22 on his latest outing in a chase at Cheltenham over 3m 1f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 140

4 DONNACHA (IRE) (83) 11-3221

8 11-3

Br Br g Jet Away - Archdale Ambush (IRE) James Davies J

O Mrs Marilyn Jane Martin Nigel Hawke, Tiverton T

B Arctic Tack Stud & M. O’Leary Junction 24 Ltd, Burlybed S Winner of three hurdle races and three chases from 2m to 2m 5f on ground varying from good to soft to heavy. A winner at 12-1 in a chase at Cheltenham over 2m 5f (soft) on his latest outing in January, beating Jagwar by a head. Official BHA Rating 137

5 IL RIDOTO (FR) (36) 0-20020 D

9 11-2

Br B g Kapgarde (FR) - L’Exploratrice (FR) Harry Cobden J

O Giles, Hogarth, Mason, McGoff & Ferguson

Paul Nicholls Ditcheat T

B Noel Lemaire Morson Group S

Winner of two hurdle races and three chases from 2m to 2m 5f on ground varying from good to soft. Well beaten at 40-1 behind Ask Brewster when 15th of 23 on his latest outing in a chase at Cheltenham over 3m 2f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 136

6 JIPCOT (FR) (38) 0P-3140 7 10-12

Br B g Choeur du Nord (FR) - Blinngaroe (FR)

Jonjo O’Neill Jr J

O The Megsons Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham T

B J.Alvarez & G. Lassaussaye Wasdell Group S

Winner of four hurdle races and a chase from 2m to 2m 7f on good to soft and soft ground. Well beaten at 14-1 behind Madara when 13th of 23 on his latest outing in a chase at Cheltenham over 2m 4f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 132

7 HOE JOLY SMOKE (GB) (55) 1P-3356 D 8 10-10

Br B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - My Miss Lucy

Harry Skelton J

O Babbitt Racing Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B Mr John Benﬁeld Bottlegreen S

He has won two chases and a point-to-point from 2m 4f to 3m on good and soft ground. Finished 8l behind Lookaway when sixth of 13 at 7-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Kempton over 3m (good to soft) in February.

Official BHA Rating 130

8 DUBAI DAYS (IRE) (13) U2-4016 CD 12 10-6

Br B g Dubai Destination (USA) - Comeragh Girl (IRE) Bruce Lynn J

O Alexander, McGarrity, Morris & Parker N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T

B Mrs Hannah Crowley Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd, Nairn’s Oatcakes Ltd S

Has won three hurdle races and seven chases from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to heavy. Finished 17l behind Outlaw Peter when sixth of 17 at 22-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Haydock over 2m 4f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 126

9 HOMBRE DE GUERRA (IRE) (48) 211-406 C 8 10-4

Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Lindy Lou Patrick Wadge J

O Mrs I. Hodge Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T

B A. H. B. Hodge Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

He has won a hurdle race and two chases at 2m on good to soft and soft ground. Finished 18l behind Doyen Du Bar when sixth of 8 at 11-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Kelso over 2m 1f (good to soft) in February. Official BHA Rating 124

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THE CORAL HANDICAP HURDLE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a two mile, ﬁve and a half furlong handicap hurdle race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 150 To qualify for a handicap rating horses must have won a race, been placed twice or raced at least three times in order for the handicapper to gauge the level of form shown. This rating then dictates the weight to be carried in a handicap. In simple terms a horse rated 150 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 145.

2025 WINNER

THE FOUR SIXES (IRE)

4/1

Age/Weight: 7-11-10

Runners: 10

Jockey: Sean Bowen

Trainer: Olly Murphy

Summary: The Four Sixes produced a superb front-running display 12 months ago. Under the guidance of Sean Bowen, he dictated the race throughout and ﬁnished strongly to extend the gap created between him and his nearest rivals.

RACE STATISTICS YOUR RACE-BY-RACE FACTS, FANCIES & STATISTICS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): S R B Crawford (28 wins from 161 runners, 17%) runs JONY R TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Richards (7 wins from 10 runners, 70%) runs SARACEN BEAU

WEIGHTWATCHER: THE FOUR SIXES won off a handicap mark of 137 his rating is now down 5lb to 132. LONGEST TRAVELLER: JONY R trained by S R B Crawford, Ireland.

TODAY’S TIPS SANILAM goes from strength to strength over timber and won nicely at Musselburgh last month. That was also his handicap debut, so it’s plausible to expect further improvement from Sandy Thomson’s charge and he looks one to keep on the right side of Came From Nowhere arrives in ﬁne fettle, having just missed out on a hat-trick when runner-up at Newbury, while last year’s winner The Four Sixes is worth a second look off a 5lb lower mark.

WIN: SANILAM EACHWAY: CAME FROM NOWHERE

DECLARED RUNNERS 14 2025: THE FOUR SIXES (IRE) 7 11 10 Sean Bowen 4-1 (Olly Murphy) 10 ran Hood worn by No. 2, 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 4, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 13

Probable S.P’s: 6-1 Eagles Reprieve (IRE), 7-1 Came From Nowhere (IRE), 8-1 Sanilam (IRE), Saracen Beau (IRE), A Perfect Day (IRE), 12-1 Spectacularsunrise (GB), 14-1 Phantomofthepoints (IRE), 16-1 Captain Butler (IRE), 18-1 Knomorediamonds (FR), 20-1 The Four Sixes (IRE), 25-1 Jony R (IRE), Serious Operator (IRE), 40-1 Minella Missile (IRE)

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THE CORAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS

2) (GBB RACE)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £30000

Prize Money £16338 to the winning horse The second to receive £7527, the third £3762 and the fourth £1884

colours no horse age st-lb

1

PHANTOMOFTHEPOINTS (IRE) (54) 4-3F415 D 8 12-0

Br B g Mount Nelson - Swing Bowler

O Mrs Jo Tracey,K Alexander P&S Bryceland

Rian Corcoran (5) J

David Pipe, Wellington T

B Mr Kenneth Alexander W & S Recycling S

He has won three hurdle races from 2m to 3m 1f on ground varying from good to soft to heavy Well beaten at 7-1 behind Potters Charm when last of 5 in the Grade 2 Star Sports National Spirit Hurdle at Fontwell over 2m 3f (heavy) in February. Official BHA Rating 135

2 JONY R (IRE) (40) 1F0144 7 11-11

Br B g Leading Light (IRE) - Loughshore (IRE) J. J. Slevin J

O Miss E. Hamilton S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T

B Miss E. Hamilton Tote S

Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 1f on soft and yielding ground. Finished 13l behind Le Labo when fourth of 5 at 16-1 on his latest outing in the Grade 3 BAR 1 Betting Kingsfurze Novice Hurdle at Naas over 2m (soft - heavy) last month. Official BHA Rating 132

3 THE FOUR SIXES (IRE) (27) 61P600 CD 8 11-11

Br B g Westerner - Lemon Cello (IRE) Sean Bowen J

O McNeill Family & Stone Family Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T

B Cathal Ennis Betano S

Winner of four hurdle races and two chases from 2m to 2m 5f on ground varying from good to soft - heavy Well beaten at 11-1 behind Static when last of 7 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Bangor-on-Dee over 2m 4f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 132

4 CAME FROM NOWHERE (IRE) (28) 3-32112 BF 7 11-11

Br B g Shirocco (GER) - Nowhere Fast (IRE) Lorcan Williams J

O On A Mission Jeremy Scott, Dulverton T

B Tim Hegarty Brendon Powerwashers S

He has won two hurdle races and a NH ﬂat race from 2m to 2m 4f on soft ground. Beaten 3/4l by Le Frimeur when second of 8 at 13-8 favourite on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Newbury over 2m 4f (good to soft) last month. Has won at Ascot and Hereford this season. Official BHA Rating 132

5 SPECTACULARSUNRISE (GB) (48) 311260 BF 6 11-6

Br B g Passing Glance - Deﬁnitley Lovely

Sam Twiston-Davies J

O Geoffrey Bruce Ltd Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies Cheltenham T

B Nigel Twiston-Davies Courtiers Investment Services Limited S

He has won two hurdle races and a NH ﬂat race from 2m to 2m 1f on ground varying from good to soft. Well beaten at 3-1 favourite behind Captain Hugo when 9th of 17 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Kelso over 2m (good to soft) in February. Has won at Kelso and Bangor-on-Dee this season. Official BHA Rating 127

6 SANILAM (IRE) (28) 631411 C 6 11-6

Br B g Malinas (GER) - Terre Haute (IRE)

O Mr J Fyffe and Mrs W Duffus

Conor O’Farrell J

Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T

B Denis Duggan Jf Kegs(Scotland)Ltd, Border Embroidery S

He has won three hurdle races and a NH ﬂat race from 2m to 2m 4f on good to soft and soft ground. A winner at 11-2 in a hurdle race at Musselburgh over 2m 4f (good to soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Killycarn by 2 3/4l. Official BHA Rating 127

7 SARACEN BEAU (IRE) (35) 1P3-231 C D 7 11-6

Br Gr g Mount Nelson - Caroline Fontenail (IRE)

O Mr Anthony Peter Fowler

Danny McMenamin J

Nicky Richards, Greystoke T

B James Reeves Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S

Successful in two hurdle races at 2m and 2m 5f on good to soft ground. Won on his latest outing in a hurdle race when 5-2 favourite at Doncaster over 2m 5f (good to soft) last month, beating Joltin N Jiving by 4l. Official BHA Rating 127

8 SERIOUS OPERATOR (IRE) (48) 6-43120 CD 9 11-5

Br B g Malinas (GER) - Idrather Not Say (IRE) Patrick Wadge J

O The Operators Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T

B Daniel O’Mahony Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S Has won six hurdle races and two point-to-points from 2m 3f to 3m on ground varying from good to yielding - soft. Well beaten at 25-1 behind Captain Hugo when 13th of 17 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Kelso over 2m (good to soft) in February. Official BHA Rating 126

9 IRANDANDO HAS (FR) (2) 2//-121P 7 11-3

Br B g No Risk At All (FR) - Irostare (FR) J

NON-RUNNER

O The Late John Hales and Miss L Hales Sam Allwood, Whitchurch T

B Scea Hamel Stud Allwood Horse Transport S Successful in two hurdle races at 2m and 2m 1f on good to soft ground. Won on his latest outing in a hurdle race when 5-6 favourite at Newcastle over 2m 1f (good to soft) last month, beating Dartmouth Castle by 1l. Official BHA Rating 124 2m beating by 1l.

10 A PERFECT DAY (IRE) (34) 1-31352 D 6 11-2

Br B g Westerner - Wyndham Rose (IRE)

O Mr Adrian Paterson

Tom Bellamy J

Ben Clarke, Corscombe T

B Peter Byrne Tote, Ben Clarke Racing Ltd S

Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 5f and 2m 7f on good to soft ground. Beaten 1 1/4l by Wellington Arch when second of 14 at 4-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Uttoxeter over 2m 4f (soft) last month.

Official BHA Rating 123

11 EAGLES REPRIEVE

(IRE) (27) 22-2121 D 5 10-13

Br B g Wings of Eagles (FR) - Oscar’s Reprieve (IRE)

Jack Power (5) J

O Mrs N. Hodge Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T

B The Beeches Stud Ltd Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

He has won two hurdle races and a NH ﬂat race from 2m to 2m 5f on good to soft and soft ground. A winner at 7-4 in a hurdle race at Kelso over 2m 5f (good to soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Rememberthename by 9l. Has won twice at Kelso this season. Official BHA Rating 120

12 CAPTAIN

BUTLER

(IRE) (27) 5-26454 8 10-13

Br B g Mount Nelson - Grangeclare Gold (IRE)

Jamie Hamilton J

O Mr Eric A. Elliott Ruth Jefferson, Malton T

B Ethel Flanagan & Sunnyhill Stud Tote S

He has won a hurdle race, a NH ﬂat race and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to soft. Finished 2 1/2l behind Speiriuil when fourth of 14 at 4-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Kelso over 2m 5f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 120

13 MINELLA MISSILE (IRE) (34) 0455P0 D 8 10-10

Br B g Beat Hollow - Ella Watson (IRE)

Conor Ring J

O Mrs Janet Davies Mrs C. Williams, LLancarfan T

B Michael Tobin & Ballylinch Stud Prysg Cyf S He has won two hurdle races and a point-to-point from 2m 3f to 3m on good and good to soft ground, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten 15l behind Wellington Arch at 14-1 when seventh of 14 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Uttoxeter over 2m 4f (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 117

14 KNOMOREDIAMONDS (FR) (60) 6-1U243 6 10-10

Br B g Balko (FR) - Vie Sa Vie (FR)

Alan Doyle (3) J

O Mrs Joanne Bilsland Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T

B Haras de Saint Voir SCA & Mr Joel Denis Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 4f on good to soft ground. Third of 10 behind Johnny’s Jury beaten 11l at 9-2 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Carlisle over 2m 1f (soft) in February. Official BHA Rating 117

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THE GET HOME SAFE WITH THISTLE CABS HANDICAP HURDLE (CLASS 3)

RACE DESCRIPTION

This three mile and half a furlong handicap hurdle race has been designed for four-year-olds and upwards which are rated from 0 to 130 Once a horse has qualiﬁed for a handicap rating this is regularly reassessed. A below par effort could result in a reduced rating whilst a strong performance could see the rating increased. Occasionally, horses are entered to race before their handicap rating has been reviewed and so to avoid recent winners being un-penalised they are allotted a mandatory penalty – usually 7lb.

2025 WINNER BILLY BOI BLUE

SP: 12/1

Age/Weight: 8-11-11

Runners: 13

Jockey: Kielan Woods

Trainer: David Killahena & Graeme McPherson

Summary: An enthralling affair in last year’s race culminated in Billy Boi Blue sealing victory He held a narrow lead after navigating the ﬁnal hurdle and produced a gutsy effort to hold off the ﬁerce challenge set by two of his rivals.

RACE STATISTICS YOUR RACE-BY-RACE FACTS, FANCIES & STATISTICS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): S R B Crawford (28 wins from 161 runners, 17%) runs IRISH CHAMP TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (12 wins from 59 runners, 20%) runs HIDDEN HISTORY FANCY THAT: D Skelton won this race in 2021 and 2024. The stable runs HIDDEN HISTORY today LONGEST TRAVELLER: IRISH CHAMP trained by S R B Crawford, Ireland.

TODAY’S TIPS ALENTEJO took a big step forward on his second outing for Nicky Henderson, chasing home the smart A Pai De Nom at Newbury, an effort that can be marked up as he reportedly struck into his left-fore leg and lost his left-fore shoe. Off the same mark and entitled to improve further, he might be worth chancing in a competitive handicap. Woodland Park has had a frustrating but consistent season to date. Placed in all four starts since returning in November he is likely to be in the shake-up once again, while Society Soldier and Kent de Thaix are others to keep an eye on.

DECLARED RUNNERS 17

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 8, 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 6, 7, 17 Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 12. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 6, 14 Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 8. Stewards Note:

WHISTLE STOP TOUR: Following its run on 21/2/2026 it was reported that the horse was never travelling. ALENTEJO: Following its run on 7/2/2026 it was reported that the horse was struck into its left-fore.

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Society Soldier (IRE), 11-2 Woodland Park (IRE), 7-1 Alentejo (FR), 12-1 Hawthorn Street (IRE), 14-1 Don Rafael (IRE), 18-1 Rocheval (FR), 20-1 Kent de Thaix (FR), 22-1 Billy Boi Blue (GB), Shoeshine Boy (IRE), 25-1 Hidden History (GB), Eyed (GB), 28-1 Draco Malfoy (IRE), Patriotik (FR), 33-1 Whistle Stop Tour (IRE), I Am Max (IRE), 40-1 Just Ennemi (FR), Irish Champ (IRE)

ROLL OF HONOUR

WIN: ALENTEJO

EACHWAY: WOODLAND PARK

2025: BILLY BOI BLUE 8 11 11 Kielan Woods 12-1 (David Killahena & Graeme McPherson) 13 ran

THE GET HOME SAFE WITH THISTLE CABS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £16000

Prize Money £8449 to the winning horse The second to receive £3888, the third £1944, the fourth £972 and the ﬁfth £484

colours no horse age st-lb

1 HIDDEN HISTORY (GB) (34) 12-1600 D 8 12-0

Br B or Br g Schiaparelli (GER) - Bollin Judith Harry Skelton J

O Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Hidden Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B Richard & Caroline Mathias Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants) S

He has won two hurdle races, a chase and a point-to-point from 2m 3f to 3m 1f on good to soft and heavy ground. Beaten 20l behind Doughmore Bay at 28-1 when 9th of 17 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Uttoxeter over 2m 7f (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 125

2 WOODLAND PARK (IRE) (50) 21-3322 BF 7 12-0

Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Lonesome Dove (IRE)

O Mr Adrian Butler

Sean Bowen J

Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T

B Cathal Mariga Betano S

Successful in a hurdle race and a NH ﬂat race at 2m 1f and 2m 4f on good to soft ground. Beaten 3 1/2l by Blue Carpet when second of 10 at 2-1 favourite on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Wetherby over 3m (soft) in February. Official BHA Rating 125

3 WHISTLE STOP TOUR (IRE) (55) 52535P CD 8 11-13

Br B g Saddex - For A While (IRE)

Gregor Walkingshaw (10) J

O Mrs Jo Tracey, K Alexander & Russell Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T

B Denis Cusack Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

Winner of two hurdle races, two chases and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to soft to soft - heavy Pulled up at the 17th when 25-1 at Newcastle over 4m 1f (good to soft) in a chase won by Anglers Crag in February on his latest outing. Official BHA Rating 124

4 DRACO MALFOY (IRE) (41) 35-1210 D 6 11-12

Br Br g Harzand (IRE) - Two Roses (IRE)

O Sir F Brooke & Sir R Pilkington

Tom Bellamy J

Kim Bailey & Mat Nicholls, Cheltenham T

B Mr Wesley Loftus Kim Bailey Racing Ltd S

He has won two hurdle races and a point-to-point from 2m 5f to 3m on soft ground. Well beaten at 22-1 behind Scorpio Rising when eighth of 17 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Sandown over 2m 4f (soft) last month. Has won at Hereford and Huntingdon this season. Official BHA Rating 123

5 KENT DE THAIX (FR) (21) 051P51 D

Br B g Cokoriko (FR) - Victoire de Thaix (FR)

O Sprayclad UK NE & LS Bloodstock

B Mr Michel Bourgneuf

6 11-12

Richie McLernon J

Sam England, Guiseley T

He has won two hurdle races and two point-to-points from 2m 3f to 3m on ground varying from good to ﬁrm to soft. A winner at 4-1 in a hurdle race at Wetherby over 3m (good) on his latest outing last month, beating American Mike by 1 3/4l. Official BHA Rating 123

6 BILLY BOI BLUE (GB) (35) P51-03P CD 9 11-11

Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Kentucky Sky Sam Twiston-Davies J

O BDRSyndicates

David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold T

B Mr T. Wood Pragnell S

He has won three hurdle races and a NH ﬂat race from 2m to 3m on good and good to soft ground. Pulled up 2 out when 28-1 at Doncaster over 3m (good to soft) in a hurdle race won by Jakar Du Moulin last month on his latest outing. Official BHA Rating 122

7 EYED (GB) (38) 24-205P D 9 11-11

Br B g Kayf Tara - One Gulp

Jonathan Burke J

O Mr Martin Hughes Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley T

B R. J. McAlpine Old Oak Holdings Ltd S

He has won a hurdle race and three chases from 2m 4f to 3m on ground varying from good to soft. Pulled up 4 out when 66-1 at Cheltenham over 3m 1f (good to soft) in a chase won by Johnnywho last month on his latest outing. Official BHA Rating 122

8 JUST ENNEMI (FR) (97) 16/1-30

6 11-11

Br Ch g Kamsin (GER) - Aubane (FR) Paul O’Brien J

O Just Ennemi Partnership Harry Derham, Newbury T

B Mr Olivier Tricot OLBG S Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 1f on heavy ground. Well beaten at 25-1 behind Iberico Lord when 12th of 15 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Kempton over 2m 5f (good) in January. He is wearing a tongue-tie for the ﬁrst time. Official BHA Rating 122

9 ALENTEJO (FR) (69) 2/0P0-P2 7 11-7

Br B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Aubana Celeste (FR) James Bowen J

O Mr and Mrs J. D. Cotton Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T

B Mr Oliver Tricot & Mr Guillaume Macaire John Cotton (Group) Ltd S

He has won three hurdle races from 2m 1f to 2m 2f on soft and heavy ground, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten 5l by A Pai De Nom when second of 9 at 14-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Newbury over 3m (heavy) in February. Official BHA Rating 118

10 ROCHEVAL (FR) (78) F-6P644 C 6 11-5

Br B g Kapgarde (FR) - County Fun (FR) Patrick Wadge J

O Mrs S. Russell Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T

B Jacky Rauch Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

He has won two hurdle races and a NH ﬂat race from 2m to 2m 1f on soft ground, but last win was over two years ago. Finished 6l behind Shoeshine Boy when fourth of 13 at 5-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race over this course and distance (soft) in January. Official BHA Rating 116

11 I AM MAX (IRE) (13) 045520 C 8 11-5

Br Ch g Vendangeur (IRE) - Betty Scott Conor O’Farrell J

O Mr M. Scott Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T

B Crossogue Stud & M. Scott Sandy Thomson, Border Embroidery S

He has won a hurdle race, a NH ﬂat race and a chase from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to heavy Beaten 17l behind Walden at 6-1 when seventh of 9 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Haydock over 3m (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 116

12

IRISH CHAMP (IRE) (31) 14320 D 6 11-4

Br B g Milan - Scarlet Feather (IRE) J. J. Slevin J

O Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland T

B Oliver Loughlin The Sporting Life S

A winner of a point-to-point at 3m on yielding - soft ground. Beaten 13l behind Pat’s Legacy at 14-1 when seventh of 19 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Down Royal over 2m 4f (yielding) last month. Official BHA Rating 115

13 HAWTHORN STREET (IRE) (31) P1/4-414 D BF 7 11-3

Br Br g Flemensﬁrth (USA) - Winged Empress (IRE) Jonjo O’Neill Jr J

O Toby Cole & Stars Of The Box Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham T

B The Beeches Stud Ltd Wasdell Group S Successful in a hurdle race and a point-to-point at 3m and 3m 1f on soft ground. Finished 4l behind Imperial Merlin when fourth of 10 at 11-4 favourite on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Wetherby over 3m (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 114

14 PATRIOTIK (FR) (81) 006065 D 7 11-0

Br Gr g Bathyrhon (GER) - Shoeless (FR) Conor Ring J

O Mrs Janet Davies Mrs C. Williams, LLancarfan T

B E.A.R.L Haras de Montaigu Prysg Cyf S

He has won two hurdle races and a point-to-point from 2m 4f to 3m on ground varying from good to soft to heavy Finished 11l behind Good To Be Alive when ﬁfth of 7 at 15-2 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Plumpton over 2m 4f (soft) in January. Official BHA Rating 111

15 SOCIETY SOLDIER (IRE) (42) 3/5-31 C 6 10-12

Br B m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Salou Blues (IRE) Derek Fox J

O Hodge & Russell Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T

B Miss Christine Hurley Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

A winner at 7-2 in a hurdle race here over 2m 4f (soft) on her latest outing last month, beating Roses All The Way by 7l. Official BHA Rating 109

16 DON RAFAEL (IRE) (30) 6-31331 6 10-9

Br B g Always Dreaming (USA) - Palinodie (FR)

Benjamin Macey (5) J

O The Lucky Seven Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham T

B Newtown Anner Stud Farm Ltd Solstice S

He has won four hurdle races from 2m to 3m 1f on good and good to soft ground. Won on his latest outing in a hurdle race when 3-1 favourite at Hereford over 3m 1f (good) last month, beating Dwight K Schrute by a short head. Has won twice at Hereford this season. Official BHA Rating 106 17 SHOESHINE BOY (IRE) (66) 32F113 CD 10 10-7

Br B or Br g Valirann (FR) - Godlylady (IRE)

Sean Quinlan J

O Mousetrap Racing Donald Whillans, Hawick T

B Ronnie O’Neill Embroidery Elite Ltd S

Winner of seven hurdle races from 2m 7f to 3m 2f on ground varying from good to soft to heavy Third of 9 behind Better Be Deﬁnite beaten 15l at 4-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race over this course and distance (soft) in February. Has won twice at Ayr this season. Official BHA Rating 104

2ND 3RD 4TH TIME RACE RESULT DISTANCES 1ST

TAXI

Taxi drop off and pick up point can be found at the front of the Princess Royal entrance. Opposite Gate C.

RACE DESCRIPTION

The ﬁnal race this afternoon is a two miles, four and a half furlongs handicap hurdle race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been officially rated 0-120 As is the case with all handicaps on this afternoon’s card, the weight that each runner carries is determined by their official handicap rating. In this instance, a horse rated 120 would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 115

2025 WINNER SUMMERGROUNDS

SP: 11/1

Age/Weight: 9-10-5

Runners: 13

Jockey: Miss Ella McGarry

Trainer: Nicky Richards

Summary: Summergrounds secured a dramatic victory in last year’s renewal. The Nicky Richards-trained gelding timed his run to perfection to overhaul long-time leader

Below The Radar just before the ﬁnish line.

RACE STATISTICS YOUR RACE-BY-RACE FACTS, FANCIES & STATISTICS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): N Richards (27 wins from 167 runners, 16%) runs RICKETY GATE & SUMMERGROUNDS

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P Nicholls (8 wins from 38 runners, 21%) runs PASO DOBLE LONGEST TRAVELLER: WESTOFTIGNES trained by J McConnell, Ireland.

TODAY’S TIPS Guchen has to be respected following wins at Kempton and Newbury, but his mark has risen a further 10lb and Aamilah Aswat can only claim 3lb today rather than the usual 10lb. That may leave the top-weight vulnerable, and possibly leave the door open for KAP BOY Olly Murphy’s charge faces his easiest task since romping to victory at Perth in October (placed in competitive handicaps at Cheltenham and Kempton since) and similar conditions should bring about another big performance. Irish raider Westoftignes won readily on his ﬁrst outing for John McConnell at Wexford and is noted, along with Nice One Eric and Thankyouandplease

WIN: KAP

DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2025: SUMMERGROUNDS 9 10 5 Miss Ella McGarry 11-1 (Nicky Richards) 13 ran Hood worn ﬁrst time by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 9.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Guchen (FR), 5-1 Nice One Eric (GB), 15-2 Travis Wheatley (IRE), 8-1 Westoftignes (IRE), 12-1 Balboa (GB), 14-1 Kap Boy (FR), Summergrounds (GB), Thankyouandplease (FR), 20-1 Paso Doble (IRE), 25-1 Rickety Gate (GB)

ROLL OF HONOUR

‘HANDS&HEELS’HANDICAPHURDLERACE(CLASS4)

(CONDITIONALJOCKEYS’ANDAMATEURRIDERS’RACE)(RacingExcellenceSeriesFinale) for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000

Prize Money £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215, the fourth £608 and the ﬁfth £303

colours no horse age st-lb

1 GUCHEN (FR) (49) 050411 6 12-2

Br Gr g Cima de Triomphe (IRE) - Captur (FR) Aamilah Aswat (3) J

O Friends of Ebony Horse Club Kim Bailey & Mat Nicholls, Cheltenham T

B Mr Georges Massa Kim Bailey Racing Ltd S

Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 4f and 2m 5f on good to soft ground. Won on his latest outing in a hurdle race when 10-3 joint-favourite at Newbury over 2m 4f (good to soft) in February, beating Karma Police by 19l. Has also won at Kempton this season. Official BHA Rating 122

2 KAP BOY (FR) (89) 42-1330 D 7 11-13

Br B g Kapgarde (FR) - Bumble (FR)

O Mrs Diana L. Whateley

Tom Hutsby (3) J

Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T

B Mr H. Lair, Mr J. Lair & Mr F. Champion Betano S

Successful in a hurdle race and a NH ﬂat race at 2m and 2m 4f on soft and heavy ground. Well beaten at 6-1 behind Go To War when 9th of 15 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Windsor over 3m (soft) in January.

Official BHA Rating 119

3 PASO DOBLE (IRE) (54) 2-13203

Br Br g Dawn Approach (IRE) - Baila Me (GER)

9 11-12

Mr Lucas Murphy (3) J

O Mr Graeme Brooks Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B Godolphin Morson Group S

He has won three hurdle races from 2m to 2m 3f on good and good to soft ground. Third of 4 behind Bollin Thou beaten 12l at 18-5 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Fontwell over 2m 6f (heavy) in February. Official BHA Rating 118

4 NICE ONE ERIC (GB) (46) 4001

5 11-7

Br B g Harzand (IRE) - One Gulp Elliott England J

O Forty Winks Racing Ben Pauling, Naunton T

B R. J. McAlpine Fitzdares S

A winner at 5-2 in a maiden hurdle race at Southwell over 2m (soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Roland Garros by 15l. Official BHA Rating 113

5 WESTOFTIGNES (IRE) (31) 400421

7 11-6

Br B g Westerner - Tara Glory (IRE) D. A. Kidd (3) J

O Mr J. Fyffe John McConnell, Ireland T

B Evan McGibney JF Kegs (Scotland) Ltd S

A winner at 9-2 in a hurdle race at Wexford over 2m (soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Poppycon by 3 1/2l. He is wearing a hood for the ﬁrst time. Official BHA Rating 112

6 SUMMERGROUNDS (GB) (75) 1-52225 CD 10 11-6

Br B g Phoenix Reach (IRE) - Hannah Jacques (IRE)

O Multiple Sclerosis Borders Racing Club 1

Mr Harvey James (5) J

Nicky Richards, Greystoke T

B Nicky Richards Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition), Adam Purves Mitsubishi S He has won three hurdle races from 2m 4f to 2m 5f on good and good to soft ground. Finished 19l behind Speiriuil when ﬁfth of 12 at 10-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Musselburgh over 2m 4f (good to soft) in February. Official BHA Rating 112

7 THANKYOUANDPLEASE (FR) (25) 00412U BF 6 11-2

Br B g Authorized (IRE) - Malawa (FR) Oscar Palmer J

O Mrs Samantha Dunn Syd Hosie, Sherborne T

B SARL IGEP Haras Du Chateau De Rabodanges

Sherborne Utilities Ltd S

Successful in two hurdle races at 1m 7f on good to soft and heavy ground. Unseated rider when 85-40 favourite at Wincanton over 1m 7f (good) in a hurdle race won by Homme D’Un Soir last month on his latest outing. Has won at Wincanton and Leicester this season. Official BHA Rating 108

8 BALBOA (GB) (25) 050433 6 11-0

Br B g Mondialiste (IRE) - Reachforthestars (IRE) Mr Jack Stenhouse (3) J

O Mrs Kate Kenyon Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T B Elwick Stud We Do Vans S A winner of a hurdle race at 2m on heavy ground, but that win was over two years ago. Third of 10 behind Our Dylan beaten 2l at 8-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Wincanton over 3m 1f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 106

9 TRAVIS WHEATLEY (IRE) (17) F-4P601 D 6 10-11

Br B g Order of St George (IRE) - Bigzam d’Or (FR) Rian Corcoran J

O D&D Armstrong Ltd Adam Nicol, Seahouses T

B Mr Alan Mackey

Successful in a hurdle race and a point-to-point at 2m 1f and 2m 4f on good to soft ground. A winner at 16-5 in a hurdle race at Newcastle over 2m 1f (good to soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Newport by 6l. Official BHA Rating 103

10 RICKETY GATE (GB) (26) 1-60334 D

Br B g Trans Island - Hannah Jacques (IRE)

O Tarzan Bloodstock

B Nicky Richards

11 10-2

Ella McGarry (3) J

Nicky Richards, Greystoke T

Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S

Winner of ﬁve hurdle races from 2m 3f to 3m on good and good to soft ground. Finished 11l behind dead-heaters Two Brothers and Ryebridge when fourth of 10 at 11-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Carlisle over 2m 3f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 89

IFTHEYFA FALL

SHORT THEY WE WON’T

British racing has reduced the number of horses that fall by a third and fatalities to 0.2% of 90,000 yearly runners.

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CCTV

Closed Circuit Televisions are provided in all bars. These show live racing from Ayr, followed by replays after each race. They also show action from other tracks racing today covered by SIS Replays of the ﬁrst 5 races from Ayr will be shown after the ﬁfth race.

DOGS

No dogs permitted on the racecourse with the exception of guide dogs in harness.

DRESS CODE

Hospitality Suites – Dressing up is encouraged in our hospitality suites although jackets and ties are not compulsory Strictly no denims.

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The Ayr Executive take this opportunity to thank the St Andrews Ambulance Association for their help throughout the season. The First Aid Point can be found behind the main Grandstand.

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Ayr Racecourse Executive reserves the right to refuse entry or to eject anyone who in their opinion is conducting themselves in an inappropriate manner

HBLB

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.

HORSE CARE AT AYR

At every race meeting at Ayr there are three specially qualiﬁed equine vets appointed to look after the welfare of all horses in action.

During a race two vets follow the action from the centre of the course and can attend a casualty in the same response time as the Medical Teams responsible for the welfare of the Jockeys.

The third vet is based at the Stable Yard where a close check is kept on all horses especially those returning after a race.

MEDIA COVERAGE & RECORDING FOR PROMOTIONAL PURPOSES

All Attendees (which for the purposes of this clause also includes horses and for the avoidance of any doubt includes families with children) are reminded that many races and ﬁxtures are given coverage on television, radio and in print and various other forms of media. By entering the Racecourse Attendees are accepting they may appear in such coverage which may also include printed or electronic material used for the promotion of the Racecourse.

Accordingly, Attendees shall have no right to object to their inclusion in any much coverage whether produced by the Racecourse or by third parties authorised by the Racecourse. Furthermore by entering the Racecourse each Attendee consents to the passing of still or moving images of them to third parties authorised by the Racecourse for the purposes of the production of printed or electronic material to be used solely for the Promotion of the Racecourse.

Each Attendee will give any additional consents or waivers required for the unrestricted lawful use of any coverage (if any) without request for payment or imposing any other conditions.

MOBILE TELEPHONES & RADIOS

The use of mobile telephones is not permitted except by permission of the Clerk of the Course. Bookmakers who have paid the appropriate fee may also use mobile telephones. In addition the use of any transmitting or receiving device, other than the official racecourse, Tote or Police service is prohibited.

SMOKING

Ayr Racecourse adheres to the government’s National No Smoking Policy All indoor areas are No Smoking Zones. Those wishing to smoke may do so in the designated areas outside.

USE OF SCREENS

It is now standard practice for screens to be erected around any horse receiving veterinary attention on the ground. This does not reﬂect on the severity of an injury but allows the vet some privacy and the horse the opportunity in a calm environment, in which to make a recovery Please do not assume the worst if you see screens erected around a fallen horse!

For equine care provided at Ayr see under officials at the back of this card.

FULL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF ENTRY

You can view a full list of our terms and conditions of entry as well as lots of other useful information on our website, simply use the QR code or visit www.ayr-racecourse.co.uk

TODAY’S OFFICIALS & RACE CONDITIONS

Stewards

Adrian Sharpe (Chief Steward)

John Clasper (Stewards’ Panel Chair)

Lyndsay Glynn, Robert McCarthy Louise Moore, Lauren Thomson

Starters

Stuart Turner Jason Callaghan

Judge

Nick Bostock

Clerk of the Scales

Wayne Burnell

Veterinary Officer

Duncan Macdonald

Veterinary Surgeons

John Morris, Will Marshal, Mhairi Young Medical Officers

Anthony Hampson (SRMO), Suzy Gibson, Lindsay Donaldson, Andy Maylon

Equine Welfare & Integrity Officers

Linda Porter Jim Bonar John Kidd, Tracey Hamilton, Cyril Johnstone, Michelle Maughan, Alec Dent

Commentator

Gareth Topham

Betting Ring Manager

Darren Irving

Managing Director

David Brown

Clerk of the Course & Head Groundsman

Graeme Anderson - 07768 651261 - @ClerkAyr

Raceday Operations Manager

Ross Donald - 07724 903819 rdonald@ayr-racecourse.co.uk

Raceday Safeguarding Officer

George Wilson - 07841 628295

First Race 1.45 - THE SLATER MENSWEAR HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £9505 to the winning horse The second to receive £4374, the third £2187 the fourth £1094 and the ﬁfth £545 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £76 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher or £16 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 15th. Penalties, after April 4th, 2026 for each hurdle race won 7lb. SLATER MENSWEAR have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer & jockey and will award a cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in the race. 19 entries at £76 - Closed April 11th, 2026 Owners Prize Money Winner £7270; Second £3634; Third £1818; Fourth £909; Fifth £454 (Penalty Value £9505.80)

SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 2.20 - THE IRISH THOROUGHBRED MARKETING NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8185 to the winning horse The second to receive £3766, the third £1883, the fourth £942 and the ﬁfth £469 for novice ﬁve yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). £62 stake if the horse is rated 99 or higher, or £14 stake if the horse is rated 98 or lower with £48 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 15th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 10lb Penalties, after April 4th, 2026 for each steeple chase won 7lb (20lb weight range). IRISH THOROUGHBRED MARKETING has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, a memento will be awarded to the stable employee responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 16 entries at £62 - Closed April 11th, 2026 Owners Prize Money Winner £6260; Second £3129; Third £1566; Fourth £783; Fifth £391. (Penalty Value £8185.55)

SEE PAGE 34 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 2.55 - THE ABBOTT RISK CONSULTING LTD MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5446 to the winning horse The second to receive £2509 the third £1254 and the fourth £628 for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, April 11th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 15th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 12lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 6lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. ABBOTT RISK CONSULTING have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and will award a cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 17 entries at £40 - Closed April 11th, 2026 Owners Prize Money Winner £4173; Second £2087; Third £1043; Fourth £522. (Penalty Value £5446) SEE PAGE 40 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 3.30 - THE HILLHOUSE QUARRY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £25720 to the winning horse The second to receive £11825, the third £5915, the fourth £2955, the fifth £1480, the sixth £735, the seventh £370 and the eighth £185 for five yrs old and upwards. £250 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £50 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £200 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 15th. Penalties, after April 4th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 5lb. THE HILLHOUSE QUARRY GROUP LTD has generously sponsored this race. The Hillhouse Quarry Group Ltd will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer, jockey and groom. In addition, a cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of three times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France or, having run in two such races, has been placed in the first four on each occasion, in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 29 entries, 12 at £50 and 17 at £250 - Closed April 11th, 2026 Owners Prize Money Winner £19640; Second £9820; Third £4910; Fourth £2455; Fifth £1225; Sixth £615; Seventh £305; Eighth £155. (Penalty Value £25720)

SEE PAGE 44 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 4.05 - THE CORAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £16338 to the winning horse The second to receive £7527 the third £3762 and the fourth £1884 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-150 (also open to such horses rated 151 and 152 - see Standard Conditions). £150 stake if the horse is rated 124 or higher or £30 stake if the horse is rated 123 or lower with £120 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 15th. Penalties, after April 4th, 2026 for each hurdle race won 7lb. CORAL has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will award cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. PLEASE NOTE: A novice or juvenile horse shall only be qualiﬁed to run in this race if it has run a minimum of four times in Hurdle races in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 28 entries, 7 at £30 and 21 at £150 - Closed April 11th, 2026 Owners Prize Money Winner £12519; Second £6261; Third £3129; Fourth £1566. (Penalty Value £16338) Weights raised 4lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 50 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 4.43 - THE GET HOME SAFE WITH THISTLE CABS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8449 to the winning horse The second to receive £3888, the third £1944, the fourth £972 and the ﬁfth £484 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £67 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £13 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £54 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 15th. Penalties, after April 4th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb. THISTLE CABS GROUP has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will award a cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 44 entries at £67. - Closed April 11th, 2026 Owners Prize Money Winner £6462; Second £3230; Third £1616; Fourth £808; Fifth £403. (Penalty Value £8449.60) Weights raised 5lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 56 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 5.15 - THE JARDINE UTILITIES RACE TO REPAIR ‘HANDS & HEELS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ AND AMATEUR RIDERS’ RACE)(Racing Excellence Series Finale) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430 the third £1215 the fourth £608 and the fifth £303 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £37 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher or £8 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £29 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 15th. Penalties, after April 4th, 2026 for each hurdle race won 7lb. To be ridden by Conditional Jockeys or Amateur Jockeys or Overseas Jockeys eligible to ride who, prior to October 31st, 2025 have not ridden more than 10 winners under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to April 14th, 2026 have not ridden more than 5 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden any such winner 5lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed and wins in any races run under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority will count) (Amateur Riders must not have reached their 26th Birthday on or before the first race in the series). Jardine Utilities has generously sponsored this race. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize will be presented to the groom responsible for the best turned out horse SPECIAL CONDITIONS APPLY TO THIS RACE. RIDERS ARE TO CARRY WHIPS IN THIS RACE BUT ARE ONLY PERMITTED TO USE THEM IN THE CIRCUMSTANCES DETAILED UNDER THE HEADING ‘BRITISH HORSERACING AUTHORITY NOTICES’, AND ON THE BHA RACING ADMINISTRATION SITE, www2.racingadmin.co.uk. All Riders are required to attend a mandatory course walk with the Jockey Coach and/or a Senior Jockey 90 minutes prior to the race, or as otherwise permitted under the terms of the Special Conditions. The British Horseracing Authority has modified paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code for the purposes of this race such that the Jockeys’ Allowances as stated therein may NOT be claimed in this race, and has modified paragraph 62 of the Weights and Handicapping Code for the purposes of this race to provide that the winner of this race will not incur penalties in any race except Conditional Jockeys’ races in which the conditions provide for a specific penalty for winners. The British Horseracing Authority has also modified the definition of Amateur Jockey to allow holders of Category ‘A Licences to ride in the Race. 29 entries, 1 at £8 and 28 at £37 - Closed April 11th, 2026 Owners Prize Money Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) A SEE PAGE 62 FOR THIS RACE.

2026 FIXTURES AT AYR RACECOURSE

Fri 02 January - Golf Inn Prestwick New Year’s Raceday

Tue 13 January - January Jumps Raceday

Thu 29 January - January Finale Raceday

Tue 10 February - February Raceday

Mon 23 February - February Finale Raceday

Fri 06 March - Weatherbys Raceday

Sat 07 March - March Saturday Raceday

Fri 17 April - Coral Scottish Grand National Ladies Day

Sat 18 April - Coral Scottish Grand National

Sun 26 April - Skybet Sunday Series

Tue 05 May - Spring Raceday

Wed 20 May - Tennent’s Raceday

Fri 19 June - June Racenight

Sat 20 June - Unite Scotland Summer Raceday

Sun 05 July - Family Sunday Raceday

Mon 06 July - Summer Sizzler Raceday

Mon 13 July - July Raceday

Mon 20 July - Glasgow Fair Family Raceday

Mon 27 July - July Finale Raceday

Sat 08 August - Sounds of Summer Racenight

Mon 10 August - August Raceday

Thu 17 September - Ladbrokes Ayr Gold Cup Opening Day

Fri 18 September - Ladbrokes Ayr Gold Cup Ladies Day

Sat 19 September - Ladbrokes Ayr Gold Cup

Tue 29 September - September Finale Raceday

Thu 08 October - Tennent’s Raceday

Sat 31 October - Sensational Saturday Raceday

Wed 11 November - November Raceday

Mon 30 November - November Finale Raceday