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TODAY’S RACING
THE TRACK
A RIGHT-HANDED OVAL CIRCUIT ALMOST A MILE AND A QUARTER IN EXTENT, WHICH JOINS THE STRAIGHT FIVE FURLONGS COURSE HALF-A-MILE FROM HOME. THE BENDS ARE SHARP, PUTTING BIG, LONG-STRIDING TYPES AT A SLIGHT DISADVANTAGE.
T TODAY’S TURE RACE FEA
The feature race on today’s card is the Virgin Bet Scottish Cup Handicap, due off at 3:42 AGAINST THE a WIND currently heads the marker for Kevin Ryan and Kevin Stott. He made an eye-catching return at e rk H Southwell when beaten a length-and-a-half and should improve nicely for that outing DEMOCRACY ell aten ld n FILEMMA also ran a more than pleasing return on seasonal debut for Robert Cowell and could well give the favourite the most to think about under the ever capable Rossa Ryan VINTAGE CLARETS could be he fa it one at a bigger price to keep an eye on. The seven-year-old finds himself on a workable mark of 91 and if ould be well handicapped recapturing some of his old form, then he could handicappe
JOCKEYS H TO WATCH
ROSSA RYAN fixture of the new season. He kicks off his has an excellent book of rides in our first flat fix for Ralph Beckett and will be wearing the colours day on Lady Vivian in the Listed Goliath Cup Stakes Becket ooks to have a fantastic chance in picking up a Listed victory. of Wathnan Racing The four-year-old old looks tic a oughnane’s juvenile Katie’s Knight She has yet to see a racetrack but is nicely He also partners David Loughnane’s y bred and should be ready to rock first time up JAMES DOYLE has just the one ride aboard Midnight Gun s in our second contest, which could well be a ti d tip in itself!
TRAINERS TO WATCH
Like James Doyle, MICHAEL APPELBY heads north for just one race on today’s card Royal Zabeel shoulders top weight in the 1:55 but shouldn’t be discounted despite a poor showing last time out. He is on a near career high mark but back in more suitable waters, he could well make his presence known. JIM GOLDIE is always one to follow at Musselburgh and today looks no different, with the trainer having eleven runners across the card He saddled five in our final contest and you’d imagine the winner will hail from his stable
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RACE DESCRIPTIONS
2.30
THE VIRGIN BET A GOOD BET ROYAL MILE HANDICAP STAKES
1.55 THE LIVESCORE BET SILVER ARROW HANDICAP STAKES
THE VIRGIN BET GOLIATH CUP LISTED STAKES
3.05 THE VIRGIN BET DAILY PRICE BOOST QUEEN’S CUP HANDICAP STAKES
3.42 THE VIRGIN BET SCOTTISH SPRINT CUP HANDICAP STAKES
This is a one mile handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 76 to 95 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 a lower rated rival. As a guide, horses rated 40 tend to be at the lower end of the scale whilst the very best performers would be rated as high as 130.
This is a seven furlong handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 86 to 105. To qualify for a handicap rating horses must have run at least three times in a Flat race in Britain, or have run in no more than two Flat races run in Britain and won at least one of them. This rating then dictates the weight to be carried in a handicap In simple terms a horse rated 95 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 90
This one mile, six furlong contest for four-year-olds is a Listed race; a race that can only be bettered by a Group 1, 2 or 3 race. Many of the runners in this race will have already shown themselves to be talented and this race provides a perfect medium for them to be tested against a better class of rival before making the jump into a Group race Initially, the weights are set at 9st for colts and geldings and 8st 9lb for fillies before penalties are awarded to horses that have previously won above a certain level – 3lb for a Listed race victory or 5lb for a Group 3 success
This is a one mile, six furlong contest for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 76 to 95 To qualify for a handicap rating horses must have run at least three times in a Flat race in Britain, or have run in no more than two Flat races run in Britain and won at least one of them This rating then dictates the weight to be carried in a handicap In simple terms a horse rated 95 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 90
This race is five furlong handicap sprint for four-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 Despite having no rating restrictions attached to it the higher rated horses must still concede weight to their lower rated rivals, which tend to make open handicaps very competitive races.
4.12 THE VIRGIN BET SUPPORTS SAFE GAMBLING EBF RESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES
This race is a five furlong maiden stakes for two-year-olds Maiden races provide a starting point for young horses that are yet to record a victory and most will be very lightly-raced or be making their racecourse debuts. Previous experience can count for a lot when searching for the winner but well-bred or precocious juveniles are more than capable of landing the prize at the first time of asking.
4.45 THE LIVESCORE BET A TOTAL BETTING EXPERIENCE HANDICAP STAKES
This is a five furlong handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 66 to 85 To qualify for a handicap rating horses must have run at least three times in a Flat race in Britain, or have run in no more than two Flat races run in Britain and won at least one of them. This rating then dictates the weight to be carried in a handicap In simple terms a horse rated 85 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 80
THECORGIDERBY
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First staged in 2022 to mark the late Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee and her well-known love of corgis, the Corgi Derby™ has now cemented it’s place in our racing calendar.
The race now runs on Easter Saturday in connection with the prestigious Queen’s Cup - a race with royal honours from the Queen following her visit to commemorate Musselburgh Racecourse’s 200 anniversary in 2016. th
NAOMI
Naomi is 7 years old. She was born and grew up in China, but now lives in Glasgow. She tends to stay with “mum” (her owner) 24/7. She loves playing ball games and would always keep her eye on her buddy (a cat who grew up with her).
OWNER: Jiayue Lei COLOUR: Yellow
TOFFEE
Toffee is almost five years old. She has a passion for chasing pigeons and loves to sprint on the beach at St Andrews. In contrast, she also loves to sleep by the fire toasting herself.
OWNER: Mia Anderson COLOUR: Brown
RUPERT
Rupert the Corgi loves all humans and loves all the attention that comes with being a corgi! In his mind he is A STAR!
OWNER: Aaron Aitken COLOUR: Orange
SOFIE
Sofie is an expert football player, and has lately entered track and field. She resides in horse racing country, and loves to say hello to the professional horses that live nearby in Perthshire.
OWNER: Mike & Nina COLOUR: Light pink
SADIE
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Hailing from Wandin North, Australia, Sadie made the monumental move to Cornwall, UK in 2023. This Aussie expat has traded the outback for the ocean, developing a love for the surf, herding football training sessions, and obsessively stalking the cheeky cat down the road. Always on standby for a challenge, she trains daily on her specially designed corgi ramp—perfecting her "teleportation" skills to reach snacks in an instant. Watch out, because Sadie is ready to sprint!
OWNER: Jane & Pna Kitto Andersson and Valerie Kitto COLOUR: Peach
BUDDY
Buddy is 9 years old and grew up in China. He likes getting carried in a backpack to save his racing legs. He is very keen to improve on his previous last place finish!
OWNER: James Lowry COLOUR: Hot pink
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RODNEY
2023's Corgi Derby winner, Rodney, is a loving, always hungry, always smiling, ball of floof and you’ll no doubt hear him cheering on the horses at the picnic area as they roar past to the post.
OWNER: Matt & Nicole Kendall-Whiteside COLOUR: Burgundy
ISLAY
Born in Winton, New Zealand, Islay the three-year-old Pembroke Welsh Corgi has since made Glasgow her kingdom. When she’s not flying around agility courses or chasing golf balls with suspicious intensity, she can be found indulging in her other great passions: extended lie-ins and snacks. Small in stature but enormous in personality, Islay lives by a simple philosophy—run fast, nap hard, and never say no to a treat.
OWNER: Carolyne Ricardo COLOUR: Red
BINGLES
Bingles is six years old from Hertfordshire, and the ultimate travel companion. Last year he was touring all over Northern Italy and was very good at sampling the cheese and charcuterie. No adventure is too big, especially when your Dad has a backpack!
OWNER: Ben & Geri COLOUR: Turquoise
PHIL
Phil has just turned three and he loves to run, chase birds and meet new friends. He is looking forward to the race and hopes he does better than his Auntie Betty who ran in the first corgi derby at Musselburgh in 2022...
FITZ
Fitz is 6 years old and currently resides in Melrose in the Scottish Borders. He is full of character, always doing everything at 110%. He loves food, bullying his brother and stealing underwear.
OWNER: Joey & Ruth COLOUR: Navy blue
TIABEANIE
Tiabeanie is a cheerful little corgi with a big personality! She spends her days Splooting in front of the fire, soaking up the warmth like royalty. When she’s feeling energetic, she loves chasing her frisbee and playing with her big sister Joy. But above everything else, Tiabeanie is driven by her greatest love: food! Whether it’s treats, dinner, or hopeful crumbs, she is always on the lookout, tail wagging and eyes full of mischief
OWNER: Kat & Alastair Grant COLOUR: Lime green
JUNO
Juno, the 2025 Corgi Derby Champion, is a Pembroke Corgi who is nearly five. She loves nothing more than pelting down Portobello beach chasing seagulls, and herding her humans.
OWNER: Fran Brandon COLOUR: Army green
LOTTIE
Known to her family as naughty Lottie there is never a dull moment when she is around. She is always on the go and so very nosey... She's nearly 5 and loves herding anything that moves.
OWNER: Amanda Brown COLOUR: Lilac
GEORGIE
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OWNER: Robert and Susan Paget COLOUR: Royal Blue 11 12 13 14 16 17
Georgie” (Burnanne Little Miss Sunshine) is a two year old Pembroke Corgi. She is a very quiet loving wee dog who gets her speed from her dad who is like a whippet! She has the Corgi “zoomies” every night usually as we try to watch TV! She also has a love for socks and steals them at every given opportunity, even if you are wearing them!
OWNER: Nicki Scott COLOUR: Purple
The Virgin Bet Easter Saturday Raceday
1:25pm- Oisin Murphy takes the ride for the Adrew Balding trained Comic Hero. The 3-year-old gelding won over 7 furlongs last time out in a Novice Stakes at Kempton and the runner up in that race franked the form by winning on its next start. Comic Hero steps up to a 1-mile trip today on handicap debut and looks to have a good chance here. Vincenzo Peruggia was well beaten in a Group 2 race at Glorious Goodwood last summer, but he did show plenty of ability when winning a Novice Stakes at Beverly last June Running off top weight having been given a mark of 91 makes this a tough ask for him, however Strength Of Spirit finished 3 ½ lengths behind Vincenzo Peruggia off level weights but won next time out at Newbury. He carries 10lbs less this time around and has since been gelded.
1:55pm- Midnight Gun was a narrow runner up to Rogue Diplomat in a class 2 handicap at Doncaster in October. He finished 4th out of 11 runners in a listed race at Saint-Cloud on heavy ground and a mark of 102 looks feasible for the 5-year-old gelding. Gweedore makes his 63rd career start today. He is a multiple course and distance winner and goes up 3 lbs for his last win and breaks from stall 10 Goldmoyne has been on a winning streak as of late and is going for his 5th win in a row. He can make the running here and has plenty of early speed but he is racing against better company today.
2:30pm- Al Qareem looks the one they will all have to beat in the Virgin Bet Goliath Cup Stakes. He was no match for Trawlerman and Sweet William in the British Champions Long Distance Cup at Ascot but this stepping back into listed company makes the task an easier one Mount Atlas looks like its main danger The Andrew Balding 5-year-old gelding finished runner up to Hamish in the Virgin Bet Stand Cup Stakes at Chester last September, but an improvement is likely needed for him to reverse the Ormonde Stakes form with Al Qareem. Roaring Legend can go from the front if needed. He was runner up in the AWC Marathon Trial Handicap at Lingfield. He stays well and has place claims here today.
15.05 – Moon Over Miami makes his return for Ralph Beckett after a year break and will be looking to maintain his 100% record and make it 4 from 4 on the turf after an underwhelming all weather campaign last spring. Gambino will be glad to be back competing in a format he has seen success A win and 2nd last year at Gowran Park before switching to Skeltons yard, with decent performances on all weather and a novice hurdle lately, Rossa Ryan will take him out here today and is one to watch. However, Gentle Warrior might be the one to beat here, the 4 y-o gelding already has 14 runs under his belt and is never far off the medals.
15:42 – This Scottish Sprint Cup is a wide-open contest. Jer Batt is an interesting one here, regularly placed near the top of the market but without a win since August 2024, making his debut after a wind op, connections will hope he steps up today. Lexington Blitz also might be in the mix, and if the ground dries up a little to the firmer side, might be one to consider. Against The Wind doesn’t have the best form on turf, doing better recently on the AW while Democracy Dilemma is the one that looks best suited to take this one on form.
16:12 – The D Loughnane trained Katie’s Knight has been given the ride of Rossa Ryan, former Champion Jockey which could be the defining factor of this race Stay On Tab is one the might be priced out, but another successful Trainer Jockey combination of Jardine & Mullen, this is one that should be respected. The Kalonji Man is the only contestant here with a run to its name, and although well beaten last week at Doncaster, punters might be hopeful Sean Levey can get the best out of this colt.
16:45 – The Finale here is the LiveScore Bet A Total Betting Experience Handicap. Water Of Leith comes back to the turf after competing on the AW for the winter and has been in fantastic form with a handful of top 3 finishes, crowned by a win last month at Wolverhampton. Richard Hannon’s Thecoffeepoddotco is also one to look at here. Also on the back of an impressive winter, these two are likely to be battling for Gold if their form can carry over from the all-weather circuit. Al Hussar will be a bit more familiar with today’s surface and comes back from a long break with more success in sight.
Race 1 1.25PM
Stalls: Inside
Total prize fund £30000 About one mile (8f abt 2yds) for three yrs old
THEVIRGIN BET A GOOD BET ROYAL MILE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £12189; Second £6096; Third £3048; Fourth £1524; Fifth £762; Sixth £381. (Penalty Value £15462) SS
RACE STATS
Leading course trainer (20-25): I Jardine (32 wins from 290 runners, 11%) runs MONOCEROS
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A Balding (7 wins from 30 runners, 23%) runs COMIC HERO
Longest Traveller: COMIC HERO trained by A Balding, Kingsclere, 420 miles
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Ch c Lope de Vega (IRE) - Sliabh Luachra (IRE)
Owner: Amo Racing Limited
Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Breeder: Epona Bloodstock Ltd
Sponsor: Sports Invest UK Ltd
Colours: VIOLET, WHITE quartered cap Form: 310- 1 win £4050
TIMEFORM VIEW 550,000 gns buy as a yearling who confirmed promise of his debut when readily accounting for 5 rivals in novice at Beverley (7.4f) in July. Best excused his final outing in Group 2 at Goodwood and this scopey sort promises to do better now handicapping as a 3-y-o STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 29/7/2025 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running.
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a Fairyhouse claimer on final outing in Ireland and enhanced his form further on all-weather for new yard, winning back-to-back handicaps at up to 1m this year Rise in class seemed to find him out at Kempton latest but return to handicaps very much in his favour Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 89
3 MONOCEROS (GB) (191)
B g Dubawi (IRE) - Shirocco Star
Owner: Mr G Gibson & Mr Jamie Denholm
Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
Breeder: Meon Valley Stud
Sponsor: Iain Jardine Racing Ltd
9 2 (3)
Colours: WHITE, EMERALD GREEN seams, PURPLE and WHITE striped sleeves and cap Form: 13P- 1 win £5154
TIMEFORM VIEW Debut scorer at Newmarket (7f) in July but off bridle long way out when third at Leicester (7f) the following month. In trouble long way out (reportedly lost action) when pulled up on nursery debut thereafter and has since left Charlie Appleby (also gelded). Market can guide Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 84
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STRENGTH OF SPIRIT (IRE) (254)
B g Ulysses (IRE) - Tallow (IRE)
Owner: Hambleton Racing XLVIII & Mrs E Burke
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
Breeder: Tom Twomey
Sponsor: Hambleton Racing Ltd
8 13 (2)
Colours: BEIGE, DARK BLUE armlets, DARK BLUE cap Form: 5121- 2 wins £19165
TIMEFORM VIEW Son of Ulysses who was progressive in 4 starts as a 2-y-o, making it 2 wins from 4 starts in 7-runner nursery at Newbury (7f) in July. Did that quite cosily and feasible to think there could be more to come as a 3-y-o now tackling 1m for the first time Has been gelded ahead of return.
Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 81
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KANISHKA (IRE) (7)
B g Coulsty (IRE) - Blushing Rose
Owner: C Booth, P Boyle, S Coleby & S Smith
Trainer: Brian Ellison, Malton
Breeder: Aguiar Bloodstock & Padraig Williams
Sponsor: Brian Ellison Racing Limited
8 10 (1)
Colours: MAUVE, LIGHT BLUE diamonds on sleeves and cap Form: 4100-34 1 win £3672
TIMEFORM VIEW Won his maiden on all-weather last summer and has resumed in good order, stepping up on his reappearance when close-up fourth at Southwell (7f) last week. That looks solid form for the grade and whilst this is tougher, he holds a fitness edge over most. Cheekpieces on 1st time
RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 78
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COMIC HERO (IRE) (45)
B g Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Sense of Humour
Owner: Kennet Valley Syndicates IX
Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
Breeder: Hvmccalmont B Stk, Lawcus Stables
Sponsor: All Angels
8 10 (4)
Colours: NAVY BLUE, RED and LIGHT BLUE hoop and armlets, WHITE cap Form: 032-1 1 win £5400
TIMEFORM VIEW Knocked firmly at the door on 2 of his 3 starts in sprint novice events last summer and following 7 months off (also gelded) justified cramped odds at Kempton (7f) in February. Beat a next-time-out winner then and interesting now handicapping with top yard in excellent form.
Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 78
Rowan Scott
Hector Crouch
Cam Hardie
Sam James
Harry Davies
Oisin Murphy
2025 WINNER: THUNDER WONDER (IRE) 3 9 7 Joe Fanning 4-1 (Charlie Johnston) 8 ran NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 5. Hood worn by No 2. Running for the first time since Gelding No 3, 4. Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Comic Hero (IRE), 7-2 Strength of Spirit (IRE), 4-1 Vincenzo Peruggia (IRE), 6-1 Utmost Good Faith (GB), 8-1 Kanishka (IRE), 9-1 Monoceros (GB)
None of the sextet can be discounted with the narrow vote in favour of Andrew Balding’s COMIC HERO He beat a subsequent winner on return to action at Kempton in February and there’s surely even better to come from the son of Saxon Warrior Vincenzo Peruggia is the type to progress again as a 3-y-o and he’s feared for the stable who took this prize 12 months ago Strength of Spirit completes the shortlist.
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Race
2 1.55PM
Stalls: Inside
Total prize fund £50000 Seven furlongs ( 7f 15yds ) for four yrs old and upwards
THE LIVESCORE BET SILVER ARROW HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £20315; Second £10160; Third £5080; Fourth £2540; Fifth £1270; Sixth £635. (Penalty Value £25770) Weights raised 2lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable SS
RACE STATS
Leading course trainer (20-25): J Goldie (53 wins from 405 runners, 13%) runs JANNAS JOURNEY
Longest Traveller: AL ARBEED trained by R Hannon, Marlborough, 381 miles
1 ROYAL ZABEEL (IRE) (49)
B g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Lady’s Maid (USA)
Owner: The Horse Watchers 9
Trainer: Michael Appleby, Oakham
Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
Sponsor: Timeform
5 9 9 (6)
Colours: BLACK, ORANGE seams and sleeves, BLACK cap Form: 01001-0 D 6 wins £101609
TIMEFORM VIEW 5-y-o who boasts a fine record on all-weather, proving better than ever when registering a second success in listed company at Southwell (6f) in November Never figured tackling dirt for first time in Saudi Arabia in February and whilst effective on turf, he wouldn’t want the rain to arrive
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 103
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GOLDEN MIND (IRE) (17)
B g Galileo Gold - Sagely (IRE)
Owner: Aidan J Ryan & partner
Trainer: Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton
Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
5 9 8 (4)
Colours: BLACK, YELLOW chevrons, YELLOW sleeves, BLACK armlets, quartered cap Form: 10001-0 D 4 wins £80108
TIMEFORM VIEW Form proved up and down in 2025 but returned to form from out of the blue to end last season with success in a big-field handicap at Doncaster (6f, heavy) in November Some way below on Kempton reappearance last month but he’s won second time up twice previously.
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 102
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MIDNIGHT GUN
(GB) (146) 5 9 8 (8)
Gr g Kingman - Sky Lantern (IRE)
Owner: Wathnan Racing
Trainer: Hamad Al Jehani, GB
Breeder: Rockcliffe Stud
Sponsor: Damsa Holding Company W.L.L
Colours: PEACOCK BLUE, OLD GOLD sleeves, RED cap Form: 02/6024- 2 wins £16665
TIMEFORM VIEW Smart performer who looked a shade unlucky not to resume winning ways in first-time cheekpieces at Doncaster (7f, heavy) in October Not in same form when fourth in French listed race in November but interesting runner from this mark back in handicap from this mark.
Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 102
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AL ARBEED (GB)
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B c Night of Thunder (IRE) - Queen’s Pearl (IRE)
Owner: Mr Ziad A. Galadari
Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough
Breeder: Galadari Sons Stud Company Limited
4 8 13 (5)
Colours: EMERALD GREEN and WHITE diabolo, WHITE sleeves, quartered cap Form: 13440-6 D 1 win £3942
TIMEFORM VIEW Debut maiden winner on all-weather 13 months ago and progressive form in defeat next 3 starts, latterly when fourth on handicap debut at Southwell (1m) in October Left firm impression he’d come on plenty for last month’s reappearance sixth at Kempton and he’s of interest.
Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 93
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GWEEDORE (GB) (150)
B g Epaulette (AUS) - Ares Choix
Owner: Lamont Racing
Trainer: Katie Scott, Galashiels
Breeder: D. R. Tucker
Sponsor: Lamont Racing
9 8 10 (10)
Colours: DARK BLUE, WHITE cross belts, MAROON and YELLOW striped sleeves, hooped cap Form: 220001- CD 13 wins £105749
TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged this prize twice previously and finished a very good second off ths mark 12 months ago Largely run with credit thereafter and made it C&D win number 5 on final outing in November, just holding on. Likely to give another good account for all his draw in 10 makes things tricky.
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 90
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GOLDMOYNE (IRE) (15)
B g Galileo Gold - Jumbo Romance (IRE)
Owner: Mr Gordon McDowall
Trainer: James Owen, Newmarket
Breeder: Mrs Claire Doyle
Sponsor: Aver Generics Ltd
6 8 8 (9)
Colours: ORANGE, DARK BLUE disc, striped sleeves, DARK BLUE cap Form: 331111 D 8 wins £42744
TIMEFORM VIEW Has gone from strength-to-strength equipped with cheekpieces on all-weather since joining James Owen, taking his form up another notch when bringing up the 4-timer at Lingfield (1m) 2 weeks ago
Effective on turf so certainly not ruled out from this 2lb higher mark.
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 88
Kevin Stott
Barry McHugh
James Doyle
Sean Levey
Jason Hart
Cieren Fallon
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PERSUASION (IRE) (30)
B g Acclamation - Effervesce (IRE)
Owner: Mr Laurence O’Kane
Trainer: David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk
Breeder: Norelands Bloodstock
Sponsor: Tote
9 8 6 (7)
Colours: WHITE, EMERALD GREEN Cross of Lorraine, chevrons on sleeves, PINK cap Form: 40260-0 CD 5 wins £78447
TIMEFORM VIEW Took this race from a 1lb higher mark 12 months ago and similar form when second at Haydock (7f) in September Form either side of that effort was up and down but he ought to come forward from last month’s reappearance seventh at Newcastle Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 86
8
JANNAS JOURNEY (IRE) (161)
B m Sioux Nation (USA) - Dancing Cosmos (IRE)
Owner: Mr James Mearns Long
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Breeder: Thistle Bloodstock Limited
5 8 5 (3)
Colours: BLACK, RED epaulets, YELLOW sleeves, YELLOW cap, RED star Form: 113620- CD 7 wins £36114
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who had a tremendous 2025 for present yard, gaining a seventh success since July at Ayr in September Held her own from marks in mid 80’s prior to seemingly finding testing conditions too much at Newbury on final start. Resumes with yard in good form. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 85
9
BELLARCHI (IRE) (15)
Ch m Mehmas (IRE) - Drop Dead Gorgeous (FR)
Owner: Nick Bradley Racing 19 and partner
Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton
Breeder: C. Marnane
Sponsor: Pete’s Painting
5 8 4 (2)
Colours: WHITE, BLACK seams, WHITE sleeves, BLACK stars, WHITE cap, BLACK star Form: 41000-0 CD 9 wins £80631
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a C&D fillies handicap in October but ended last term with a trio of disappointing efforts on turf/all-weather Left poorly placed and probably needed last month’s Wolverhampton return and she’s well drawn if stepping up on that effort. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 83
10 A WAR EAGLE (IRE) (193)
B g Make Believe - Rohesia
Owner: Nick Bradley Racing 8 & Partner
Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton
Breeder: Mr Patrick Cosgrove
Sponsor: Tattersalls
4 8 4 (1)
Colours: WHITE, BLACK seams, WHITE sleeves, BLACK stars, RED cap Form: 321220- D 1 win £4527
TIMEFORM VIEW Positive start in handicaps last season, off the mark at Beverly (7.4f) prior to pair of solid runner-up efforts at Hamilton/Kempton. Possibly amiss when last of 13 at Beverley on final outing and interesting what the market makes of him starting out for new stable up in grade STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 23/9/2025 it was reported that the jockey felt something amiss Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 82
Tongue Strap worn by No 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3, 5, 6. Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Midnight Gun (GB), 6-1 Al Arbeed (GB), 7-1 Gweedore (GB), 9-1 Goldmoyne (IRE), Persuasion (IRE), A War Eagle (IRE), 12-1 Royal Zabeel (IRE), 16-1 Golden Mind (IRE), Bellarchi (IRE), 20-1 Jannas Journey (IRE)
MIDNIGHT GUN remains relatively low-mileage for a 5-y-o and
with him from this sort of mark
2025 campaign. He could well be the answer on this return from 5 months off, with Al Arbeed fancied to pose the chief threat given he’s the type to do
Saffie Osborne
Cam Hardie
Andrew Mullen
Shay Farmer (7)
ED
Race 3 2.30PM
Total prize fund £80000
Stalls: Inside
One mile about six furlongs (13f abt 216yds) for four yrs old and upwards
BET GOLIATH CUP STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £35648; Second £14632; Third £7320; Fourth £3656; Fifth £1832; Sixth £912. (Penalty Value £45368) A SS
RACE STATS
Leading course trainer (20-25): K R Burke (30 wins from 107 runners, 28%) runs AL QAREEM
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A Balding (7 wins from 30 runners, 23%) runs MOUNT ATLAS
Longest Traveller: LADY VIVIAN trained by R Beckett, Kimpton Down, 426 miles
1
B g Awtaad (IRE) - Moqla
Owner: Nick Bradley Racing 33, Burke & partner
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited
(5)
Colours: WHITE, BLACK seams, WHITE sleeves, BLACK stars, WHITE cap, BLACK star Form: 114313- D 12 wins £446169
TIMEFORM VIEW Smart front runner who won 4 times in 2025, including when showing a tremendous attitude to win the Cumberland Lodge for the third straight year in October Stretched by 2m in Group 1 company on final outing and looks to hold outstanding claims down in trip and grade for reappearance Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating
2
MANY MEN (GB)
(183) 4 9 2 (6)
B g Study of Man (IRE) - Mariee
Owner: J Finch, Dr P Wilson & R Stanbridge
Trainer: Jim Boyle, Epsom Breeder: Miss K. Rausing
Sponsor: Jim Boyle Racing
Colours: RED and BLACK check, PINK sleeves, BLACK armlets, hooped cap Form: 310124- 4 wins £71047
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive staying handicapper last season, bagging races at Doncaster and Ascot before going close at York. Gave running to make frame at this level on final outing in 2025, but a lot more required against this opposition returning from 183 days off Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 100
3
MOUNT
ATLAS
(GB) (161) 5 9 2 (1)
B g Masar (IRE) - Highland Pass
Owner: Kingsclere Racing Club
Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
Breeder: Kingsclere Stud
Sponsor: Kingsclere Stud
Colours: BLACK, GOLD Cross and stripe on cap Form: 551024- 3 wins £51273
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a handicap at Ascot prior to creditable second at this level at Chester in September Found out by heavy ground/higher grade on final start last year, but is unexposed at this trip and should prove competitive on return from 161 days off Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 107
4
ROARING LEGEND (FR) (36)
Gr g Roaring Lion (USA) - Amarysia (FR)
Owner: Mr Alan Peterson
Trainer: Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Breeder: S.C.E.A. Marmion Vauville et al
Sponsor: Betano
6 9 2 (4)
Colours: BLACK and LIGHT BLUE (quartered), BLACK sleeves, WHITE cap Form: 0403-22 D 7 wins £70255
TIMEFORM VIEW Reliable sort who has been runner-up twice in handicaps since leaving Hugo Palmer, latterly at Lingfield over 2m in February. Steps up to listed class now but has race fitness on his side against the likely market principals Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 104
5
KATE
O’RILEY
(GB) (31)
B f Sea The Moon (GER) - Miss Brown To You (IRE)
Owner: The Gredley Family
Trainer: James Owen, Newmarket
Breeder: Stetchworth & Middle Park Studs Ltd
Sponsor: Unex Group
4 8 11 (2)
Colours: YELLOW, BLACK and YELLOW striped sleeves, WHITE cap Form: 1504-62 BF 3 wins £12731
TIMEFORM VIEW Won over hurdles last October before returning to Flat and she ran creditably when second of 6 in a handicap at Southwell 31 days ago, having the run of the race This step back up in trip should suit, but the level of opposition looks well beyond her Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 84
6
LADY VIVIAN (IRE) (185)
B f Camelot - Ceol An Ghra (IRE)
Owner: Wathnan Racing
Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down
Breeder: Paget Bloodstock
Sponsor: Damsa Holding Company W.L.L
4 8 11 (3)
Colours: PEACOCK BLUE, OLD GOLD sleeves, RED cap Form: 211002- 2 wins £16827
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice a winner in 2025. Including a handicap at Chester in May. She finished season with good second of 13 in a listed race at Toulouse in October, but will need major progress on return from 185 days off faced with a much deeper race of its type. Star RatingHHHII
Clifford Lee
Pat Cosgrave
Oisin Murphy
Jason Hart
Cieren Fallon
Rossa Ryan
2025 WINNER: AL QAREEM (IRE) 6 9 7 Clifford Lee 4-6 (K R Burke) 4 ran NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 6
Tongue Strap worn by No 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4. Probable S.P’s: 5-4 Al Qareem (IRE), 3-1 Mount Atlas (GB), 13-2 Roaring Legend (FR), 8-1 Lady Vivian (IRE), 11-1 Many Men (GB), 20-1 Kate O’Riley (GB) PLAY
AL QAREEM won the Cumberland Lodge at Ascot in October for the third successive year and can make a winning return over what looks an ideal trip Mount Atlas returns from 161 days off and is respected back at listed level, while the reliable Roaring Legend faces a stiffer test stepping up from handicaps but does have fitness on his side
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Race 4 3.05PM
Total prize fund £50000
Stalls: Inside Start
One mile about six furlongs (13f abt 216yds) for four yrs old and upwards THEVIRGIN BET DAILY
PRICE BOOST QUEEN’S CUP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) (GBBPLUS RACE)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £20315; Second £10160; Third £5080; Fourth £2540; Fifth £1270; Sixth £635. (Penalty Value £25770) SS
RACE STATS
Leading course trainer (20-25): J Goldie (53 wins from 405 runners, 13%) runs HUMBLE SPARK and TROJAN SUN
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (9 wins from 40 runners, 22%) runs GAMBINO
Longest Traveller: MOON OVER MIAMI trained by R Beckett, Kimpton Down, 426 miles
1 WISE EAGLE (IRE) (78) 9 9 9 (11)
Ch g Free Eagle (IRE) - Best Be Careful (IRE)
Owner: The Seahouses Syndicate Trainer: Adam Nicol, Seahouses
Breeder: John Costello & Irish National Stud
Colours: RED, YELLOW seams, RED sleeves, YELLOW stars, RED cap, YELLOW star Form: 0/2400-0 CD 14 wins £126929
TIMEFORM VIEW Won this in 2023. That was his last Flat success but recent placed efforts over hurdles (very competitive Morebattle at Kelso latterly) suggest he retains all his ability.
2
MOON OVER MIAMI
(FR) (358) 5 9 7 (2)
B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Wiesenlerche (IRE)
Owner: Valmont
Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down Breeder: Mr Rashit Shaykhutdinov
Sponsor: R M Beckett Ltd
Colours: WHITE, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, PINK armlets, PINK cap Form: 11/5461- 3 wins £38313
TIMEFORM VIEW 0-3 on all-weather but a perfect 3-3 on turf, including a 2m Newbury handicap (good) last April Not seen since but he remains unexposed as a stayer and every chance his leading yard will have him primed for this A must for the shortlist.
TIMEFORM VIEW Smart handicapper at his peak for Roger Varian. Below that level in 2 all-weather outings since joining Rebecca Menzies and needs a return to turf to help spark a revival
Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 92
4
DANCINGWITHMYSELF (IRE) (157)
Gr m Phoenix of Spain (IRE) - Dreamaway (IRE)
Owner: Mr David Kilburn & Mr Christopher Wright
Trainer: Michael Bell, Newmarket
Breeder: Irish National Stud Sponsor: MKM Building Supplies Ltd
5 9 2 (8)
Colours: DARK BLUE, YELLOW diamond, diabolo on sleeves, PINK cap Form: 150413- D 5 wins £46855
TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when winning 11-runner handicap over this trip at Goodwood last September Ended her season with a creditable third at Nottingham (soft) in October Not obviously well treated off this mark but Oisin Murphy has been booked. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 88
5
ALMUHIT (IRE)
(196) 7 9 1 (13)
B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Ezima (IRE)
Owner: The Cheeky Pups
Trainer: Faye Bramley, Lambourn
Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW star, armlets and stars on cap Form: 411230- 6 wins £72492
TIMEFORM VIEW Pair of 2m Newbury Flat wins from the front last year and back-to-form second of 15 over hurdles at Wincanton in February. Third off this mark in a handicap at the York Ebor meeting last summer Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 87
6
SPORTINGSILVERMINE (IRE) (161) 5 8 12 (12)
Br g Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Praskovia (IRE)
Owner: Mr Gordon McDowall
Trainer: James Owen, Newmarket
Breeder: Sebastian Curran
Sponsor: Aver Generics Ltd
Colours: ORANGE, DARK BLUE disc, striped sleeves, DARK BLUE cap Form: 233220- C 2 wins £16601
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner for this yard last spring and plenty of good efforts in defeat subsequently, including twice second off this mark on AW last autumn. Much respected on reappearance Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 84
Billy Garritty
Hector Crouch
Kaiya Fraser
Oisin Murphy
Sean Levey
Cieren
7
GAMBINO (IRE) (43)
B g Churchill (IRE) - Little Kodi (IRE)
Owner: Mr Des Grech
Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester
Breeder: Petrus Breeding Investments
Sponsor: The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes
5 8 11 (5)
Colours: LIGHT BLUE, DARK BLUE star, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, DARK BLUE stars, DARK BLUE cap, LIGHT BLUE stars Form: 12-3 1 win £5363
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 14-runner Gowran maiden for Noel Meade last year Solid return to the Flat when third in the Southwell novice won by Constitution Hill in February and also a promising third on his Newbury hurdle debut since Tongue tied first time Very much unexposed for his good stable Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 83
8 TEAM PLAYER (GB) (44)
Ch g Without Parole - Caravela (IRE)
Owner: Mr Les de la Haye
Trainer: Ewan Whillans, Hawick
Breeder: Jon and Julia Aisbitt
4 8 11 (3)
Colours: BLACK, RED triple diamond, RED sleeves, BLACK armlets, quartered cap Form: 32313-1 3 wins £20920
TIMEFORM VIEW Suited by a step up to 2m when making a winning start for new connections at Newcastle in a first-time tongue tie (retained) in February. A 5lb rise shouldn’t prevent another prominent showing if in similar form back on turf Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 83
9 BAILEYS KHELSTAR (FR) (618)
B g Cloth of Stars (IRE) - Khelwa (FR)
Owner: Baileys Horse Feeds (F H Nash Ltd)
Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Breeder: Haras Des Trois Chapelles
Rossa Ryan
6 8 8 (1)
Colours: YELLOW, DARK GREEN stripe, striped sleeves, quartered cap Form: 22/1120/-D 3 wins £22922
TIMEFORM VIEW Started 2024 with wins at Southwell and Ascot but not seen since finishing fifth at Yarmouth in July of that year Returns in a competitive race and a watching brief is the percentage call after such a long time off Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 80
10
MR LINCOLN (GB) (610)
Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - The Miniver Rose (IRE)
Owner: Mr G Gibson & Mr Jamie Denholm
Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
Breeder: Rifa Mustang Europe Ltd
Sponsor: Iain Jardine Racing Ltd
6 8 7 (9)
Colours: WHITE, EMERALD GREEN seams, PURPLE and WHITE striped sleeves and cap Form: 063/020/- 1 win £6526
TIMEFORM VIEW Had some quite useful Flat form in Ireland for previous stable Little better than modest form over hurdles for Iain Jardine but recent near miss in a Carlisle handicap was more encouraging. Returns to the Flat in a warm race Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 79
11
GENTLE WARRIOR (IRE) (184)
B g Mohaather - Gentle On My Mind (IRE)
Owner: Hambleton Racing Ltd XXXV & E Burke
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
Breeder: Irish National Stud Mare Syndicate II
Sponsor: Hambleton Racing Ltd
4 8 7 (6)
Colours: BEIGE, DARK BLUE armlets, DARK BLUE cap Form: 231135- D 3 wins £24526
TIMEFORM VIEW Won back-to-back handicaps over this trip on turf last September Excuse (hampered) when only fifth at Nottingham at odds of 10/11 on his final start. Could have a say on reappearance Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 79
12
HUMBLE SPARK (IRE) (44)
B g Acclamation - Maiden Approach
Owner: Mr James Callow & Mr J. S. Goldie
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Breeder: Rbr Bloodstock
Sponsor: Jim Goldie Racing
6 8 6 (10)
Colours: DARK BLUE, RED stripe, halved sleeves, RED cap Form: 003-455 7 wins £27107
TIMEFORM VIEW Has only been ticking over on all-weather this year but his mark has edged down as a result. Has done most of his winning on tapeta but is effective on turf Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 78
13
TROJAN SUN (GB) (97)
B g Sun Central (IRE) - Morena Park
Owner: Mrs Michele Craig & Jim Goldie
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Breeder: Elusive Bloodstock
Sponsor: Jim Goldie Racing
6 8 4 (7)
Colours: PINK, ROYAL BLUE chevrons and armlets
Form: 201100- CD 5 wins £27740
TIMEFORM VIEW Four-time course winner, including last autumn. Ended 2025 with 2 poor runs on all-weather but his good record here means a revival can’t be ruled out after a 3-month break. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 75
2025 WINNER: KIHAVAH 8 9 6 P J McDonald 7-1 (Adrian Keatley) 14 ran
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 13
Tongue Strap worn first time by No 7. Visor worn by No 11.
Tongue Strap worn by No 5, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5, 13. Probable S.P’s: 11-2 Moon Over Miami (FR), 13-2 Gambino (IRE), Gentle Warrior (IRE), 9-1 Dancingwithmyself (IRE), 10-1 Wise Eagle (IRE), Team Player (GB), 12-1 Almuhit (IRE), 14-1 Sportingsilvermine (IRE), 16-1 Humble Spark (IRE), 20-1 Baileys Khelstar (FR), 28-1 Trojan Sun (GB), 33-1 Shadow Dance (GB), Mr Lincoln (GB)
Greg Fairley
Jason Hart
Andrew Mullen
Saffie Osborne
Lauren Young (5)
Amie Waugh (3)
SPORTINGSILVERMINE had a strong first campaign with the James Owen yard, including a Musselburgh win, and might be able to start 2026 with a bang. Moon Over Miami hasn’t been seen for a year but is still unlikely to give up his unbeaten turf record without a fight. Gambino and Team Player also make the shortlist in this competitive handicap
GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME
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
Race 5 3.42PM
Stalls: Stands Side Start
Total prize fund £70000 Five furlongs (5f abt 1yd) for four yrs old and upwards
BET SCOTTISH SPRINT CUP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £28441; Second £14224; Third £7112; Fourth £3556; Fifth £1778; Sixth £889. (Penalty Value £36078) SS
RACE STATS
Leading course trainer (20-25): J Goldie (53 wins from 405 runners, 13%) runs ETERNAL SUNSHINE, GANGSTA MAN & JORDAN ELECTRICS
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A Balding (7 wins from 30 runners, 23%) runs TROPICAL STORM
Longest Traveller: TROPICAL STORM trained by A Balding, Kingsclere, 420 miles
1
DILEMMA (IRE) (42) 6 9 12 (6)
B g Cotai Glory - Majestic Alexander (IRE)
Owner: Mrs Fitri Hay
Trainer: Robert Cowell, Newmarket
Breeder: Mountarmstrong Stud
Sponsor: JMH Group
Colours: PINK, EMERALD GREEN chevron, halved sleeves, EMERALD GREEN and PINK quartered cap Form: 50613-3 D 8 wins £145815
TIMEFORM VIEW Enthusiastic front runner who proved better than ever when easy winner of 5f handicap at Haydock in September He was seen to maximum effect when bagging the favoured rail that day, but this track should again suit his style and he’s one to strongly consider on the back of a recent outing. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 105
2 AGAINST THE WIND (GB)
Ch g Earthlight (IRE) - Rashaaqa
Owner: Alison Muir Tonge / Colin Paterson
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton
Breeder: Poppy Holdings & Partner
Sponsor: K. A. Ryan Racing
(14) 4 9 8 (1)
Colours: WHITE, DARK BLUE star, DARK BLUE sleeves, RED armlets, DARK BLUE cap Form: 01630-3 D 3 wins £65686
TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice in 2025 before proving out of depth in the Abbaye at Longchamp before a 6-month absence Plenty to like about his third at Southwell on recent reappearance, however, and he’s relatively lightly raced so looks the type that could figure prominently in competitive turf handicaps this year Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 101
3 TROPICAL STORM
B g Eqtidaar (IRE) - Avon Breeze
Owner: Teme Valley
Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
Breeder: Hellwood Stud Farm & R. C. Dollar
(GB) (203) 4 9 4 (8)
Colours: MAROON, YELLOW hoops, MAROON sleeves, YELLOW cap Form: 610000- D 2 wins £96407
TIMEFORM VIEW Listed winner at York over 5f last May before losing his way through the summer Got back on track when mid-field in the Portland at Doncaster on final 2025 outing and represents a top yard but he needs to improve for gelding operation on return from 203 days off Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 97
4
HEAVENLY HEATHER
(GB) (16) 5 9 0 (7)
Ch m Shamardal (USA) - Right Direction (IRE)
Owner: Mr S. Rain
Trainer: Tracy Waggott, Spennymoor
Breeder: Godolphin
Sponsor: probio energy international ltd
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE chevron, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, WHITE stars and cap Form: 21-1525 D 3 wins £87830
TIMEFORM VIEW Kicked on from causing 200/1 shock at Newcastle around this time last year, subsequently winning twice more at that track this winter and making up into a useful handicapper Big question marks about whether she’ll prove as effective on turf Engaged 3.35 Newcastle Wednesday. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 93
5
JORDAN ELECTRICS (GB) (175)
B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Ruby Slippers
Owner: BJordan,BrianJordan,SJordan&NMcConnell
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Breeder: T. J. Cooper
Sponsor: Jordan Electrics Ltd
10 8 13 (5)
Colours: YELLOW, LIGHT BLUE epaulets, LIGHT GREEN sleeves, WHITE stars, LIGHT BLUE cap, WHITE star Form: 050000- CD 16 wins £114825
TIMEFORM VIEW Proved a revelation in 2024, winning 7 times and climbing over 30lb in the weights Still proved competitive on occasions last year and his mark is edging back down so he’s not one to write off, though he’s generally needed his first run of the season with tempers enthusiasm for him here
6
PILGRIM (GB) (31)
Gr g Havana Grey - Hot Secret
Owner: Mr H. D. Atkinson
Trainer: David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk
Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud
Sponsor: Tote
RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 92
5 8 13 (14)
Colours: PURPLE, WHITE epaulets, chevrons on sleeves, quartered cap Form: 00/20-00 CD 3 wins £73774
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who also landed a handicap at Royal Ascot in 2024 but has struggled to stand much racing since Return to turf after a couple of lesser efforts on all-weather (not seen to best effect last time) will likely suit but he’s hard to have too much faith in right now. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 4/3/2026 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 92
Rossa Ryan
Kevin Stott
Oisin Murphy
Barry McHugh
Cieren Fallon
William Pyle (3)
7
VINTAGE CLARETS
B g Ardad (IRE) - Enchanted Princess
Owner: Mr A Tattersall & Partner
Trainer: Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton
Breeder: M. E. Broughton
Sponsor: Tote
(GB) (14) 7 8 12 (10)
Colours: MAROON and LIGHT BLUE diabolo, halved sleeves, MAROON cap Form: 25500-0 D 10 wins £194554
TIMEFORM VIEW More miss than hit last year but was successful at Ascot in August from 3lb higher mark than he races from here Looked rusty on recent reappearance at Southwell but capable of giving a better showing with that outing under his belt. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 91
8
RHYTHM N HOOVES
B g Pearl Secret - Street Jazz
Owner: The Cool Silk Partnership
Trainer: Robert Cowell, Newmarket
Breeder: The Cool Silk Partnership
Sponsor: Robert Cowell Racing
(GB) (14) 6 8 10 (2)
Colours: WHITE, PURPLE cap Form: 2235-44 D 7 wins £97151
TIMEFORM VIEW Below best when making frame on all-weather both starts this year and still a couple of pounds above the mark that saw him win on turf at Newbury in August so he looks best taken on for win purposes in this better race Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 89
9
ETERNAL SUNSHINE (GB) (175)
B m Orientor - Eternal Instinct
Owner: Mr James Callow & Mr J. S. Goldie
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Breeder: Goldie Racing Limited
Sponsor: Jim Goldie Racing
6 8 10 (13)
Colours: DARK BLUE, RED stripe, halved sleeves, RED cap Form: 113330- CD 8 wins £89523
TIMEFORM VIEW Completed hat-trick in the Portland at Doncaster in September and ran well when third by a neck over 5f at York the following month. Not seen to best effect from wide draw on final outing and merits respect returning from 175 days off over C&D she’s won at previously.
Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 89
10 CANON’S HOUSE
(GB) (182) 5 8 9 (11)
B g Zoustar (AUS) - Swiss Dream
Owner: M McHale, J Munroe, M Guy & D Walshe
Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton
Breeder: Lordship Stud
Sponsor: Stittenham Farms
Colours: RED, EMERALD GREEN hoops, WHITE and RED diabolo on sleeves, RED and EMERALD GREEN quartered cap Form: 105100- D 4 wins £51007
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful sprinter who doesn’t always impress with head carriage but he won 4 times in a productive 2025, including at Southwell in August. Not seen to best effect on either start since and not one to rule out returning from 182 days off given he won on reappearance last year Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 88
TIMEFORM VIEW Reeled off 3 runner-up efforts before winning at Catterick in October Subsequently struggled from 5lb higher mark in a better race on next and final outing of 2025. Needs a career-best performance on return from 161 days off
12
JER BATT (IRE)
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 88
(161) 6 8 6 (9)
Ch g Dragon Pulse (IRE) - Nora Batt (IRE)
Owner: Mr Laurence O’Kane
Trainer: David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk
Breeder: J. W. Nicholson
Sponsor: Tote
Colours: WHITE, EMERALD GREEN Cross of Lorraine, chevrons on sleeves, PINK cap Form: 333330- CD 3 wins £56940
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who also ran creditably on reappearance here this time last year, though subsequently was beaten at 4/1 or shorter 8 times in 2025 and returns from 161 days off on the back of a breathing operation. Questions to answer but has been given a chance by the handicapper STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 25/10/2025 it was reported that the horse anticipated the start.
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 85
13 GANGSTA MAN (IRE) (189) 4 8 6 (3)
Ch g Dandy Man (IRE) - Gasta (IRE)
Owner: Mrs Christine Jordan
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Breeder: Michael Lyons & Michael McGlynn
Colours: WHITE, EMERALD GREEN hoops, WHITE sleeves, YELLOW stars, EMERALD GREEN and WHITE hooped cap Form: 040162- 2 wins £11946
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice a winner in Ireland last year, including handicap over 7f at Gowran Park in September
Produced a career-best effort when second of 7 in conditions race at the Curragh on latest start, but off 189 days since and questions to answer dropping right back to 5f on first start for new yard.
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 85
14 ARCHDUKE FERDINAND (IRE) (231) 7 8 5 (12)
Gr g Gutaifan (IRE) - Salariaq (USA)
Owner: The Racing Emporium
Trainer: Seb Spencer, Malton
Breeder: Mr D. H. Slater
Sponsor: Chalkstone Racing
TIMEFORM
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE star, RED sleeves, WHITE armlets, RED cap Form: 150005- C 9 wins £44283
Cam Hardie
Jason Hart
Lauren Young (5)
Billy Garritty
Callum Shepherd
Saffie Osborne
Harry Davies
2025
WINNER: AMERICAN AFFAIR 5 9 5 Paul Mulrennan 7-2 (Jim Goldie) 7 ran
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 14
Blinkers worn by No 13. Visor worn by No 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 8, 11, 14. Running for the first time since Gelding No 3, 11. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 12. Probable S.P’s: 5-1 Against The Wind (GB), 11-2 Democracy Dilemma (IRE), 13-2 Jer Batt (IRE), 10-1 Tropical Storm (GB), 14-1 Heavenly Heather (GB), Gangsta Man (IRE), 16-1 Vintage Clarets (GB), Rhythm N Hooves (GB), 20-1 Pilgrim (GB), Eternal Sunshine (GB), 22-1 Canon’s House (GB), 25-1 Jordan Electrics (GB), Lexington Blitz (IRE), 28-1 Archduke Ferdinand (IRE)
DEMOCRACY DILEMMA demonstrated his speed remains intact when third at Lingfield in February, fitness just telling late on following a 5-month absence Entitled to last longer here, he can resume winning ways Against The Wind and Eternal Sunshine look most interesting of the rest.
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Stalls: Stands Side Start
Total prize fund £12000 Five furlongs (5f abt 1yd) for maiden two yrs old THEVIRGIN BET SUPPORTS SAFE GAMBLING EBF RESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 4) (for horses in Bands C and D) (EBF Restricted Race Qualifier) (GBB RACE)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £5120; Second £2560; Third £1280; Fourth £640. (Penalty Value £6480) SS
RACE STATS
Leading course trainer (20-25): I Jardine (32 wins from 290 runners, 11%) runs STAY ON TAB
Longest Traveller: THE KALONJI MAN trained by R Hannon, Marlborough, 381 miles
1 ADONIUS (IRE) (-) 9 7 (4)
Ch g Soldier’s Call - Dubai Paradise (IRE)
Owner: Mr Michael Hughes
Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
Breeder: Thomas Hassett
Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds
Colours: BLACK, BEIGE star, GREY sleeves Form:
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 11. £32,000 yearling, Soldier’s Call gelding. Half-brother to 2-y-o 5f winner
Golden Paradise and 2-y-o 5f/6f winner For Fake. Dam maiden sprinter Bred to be sharp and worth a look. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating - Kaiya Fraser
2 RIVER JORDAN (GB)
(-)
B c Ubettabelieveit (IRE) - Zerka
Owner: E Hughes & PJ Makin
Trainer: Phillip Makin, Leyburn Breeder: Lord Marchwood
9 7 (11)
Colours: LIGHT BLUE and YELLOW stripes, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, YELLOW spots Form:
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 5. £9,000 yearling, Ubettabelieveit colt. Half-brother to 3 winners, including winner up to 9f Evening Song and 1 1/4m-11.6f winner Offiah’s Boy. Dam ran once Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -
3
SUPER ALPHA (GB) (-) 9 7 (10)
B c Bated Breath - Kilo Alpha
Owner: Mr Jaber Abdullah
Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Breeder: Juddmonte Farms Ltd
Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE striped sleeves, WHITE cap Form:
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled May 12. €45,000 yearling, Bated Breath colt. Brother to useful 2-y-o 6f winner Juliet Sierra and closely related to smart winner up to 9.5f Juliet Foxtrot and useful winner up to 11f Cartago Likely type on paper Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating -
4
JAYDEE’S
DREAM
(IRE) (-) (3lb) 9 4 (2)
B c Dubawi Legend (IRE) - Beechwood Emily
Owner: Mr S Bradley, Mr S Anson & Partner
Trainer: Stephen Hanlon, Leyburn
Breeder: Jean & Tom Flanagan
Sponsor: Sims Suzuki
Colours: LIGHT BLUE and LIGHT GREEN (quartered), LIGHT BLUE sleeves Form:
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 12. €13,000 yearling, Dubawi Legend colt. Dam 2-y-o 7f winner Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -
5 KATIE’S KNIGHT (IRE) (-) (3lb) 9 4 (9)
B g Cotai Glory - Paloise (FR)
Owner: Mr Martin Downes
Trainer: David Loughnane, Tern Hill
Breeder: Diomed Bloodstock Ltd
Sponsor: Dave Loughnane Racing
Colours: DARK BLUE, EMERALD GREEN sleeves, DARK BLUE stars, DARK BLUE cap, EMERALD GREEN stars Form:
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 17. £15,000 yearling, Cotai Glory gelding. Dam, placed at 7f/1m (including at 2 yrs), half-sister to 6f-1 1/2m winner Harmless Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - Rossa Ryan
6
STAY
ON TAB (GB) (-) (3lb) 9 4 (6)
B c Harry Angel (IRE) - Exceedingly Sonic
Owner: Mr Bruce Jones & I Jardine
Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
Breeder: Mr Nicholas a Conway Sponsor: Iain Jardine Racing Ltd
Colours: ORANGE and BLACK diamonds Form:
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 2. £5,000 yearling, Harry Angel colt. Dam, maiden (stayed 1 1/4m) out of winning half-sister to smart winner up to 1m Above N Beyond. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - Andrew Mullen
Rowan Scott
Callum Shepherd
Jason Hart
7
THE KALONJI MAN
Ch c Belardo (IRE) - Fantacise
Owner: Middleham Park Racing XCV
Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough
Breeder: Bearstone Stud
Sponsor: Tattersalls
(GB) (7) (3lb) 9 4 (5)
Colours: LIGHT BLUE, ORANGE epaulets Form: 0
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled January 29. 10,000 gns yearling, Belardo colt. Half-brother to several winners, including useful winner up to 7f Quayside and 7f winner Byzantine Empress Dam 2-y-o 6f winner 22/1, green and always behind in the Brocklesby at Doncaster last week. That experience won’t be lost on him. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA RatingSean Levey
8
MAGICAL EL (IRE)
B f Make Believe - Heartasia (IRE)
Owner: Nick Bradley Racing 17 and Partner
Trainer: Brian Ellison, Malton
Breeder: Phelim Dolan
Sponsor: Brian Ellison Racing Limited
(-) 9 2 (1)
Colours: WHITE, BLACK seams, WHITE sleeves, BLACK stars, WHITE cap, BLACK star Form:
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 5. €42,000 yearling, Make Believe filly. Half-sister to useful 7f winner Asian Daze Dam dual bumper winner Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - Ben Robinson
9
MIDNIGHT CURFEW (IRE) (-)
B f Minzaal (IRE) - Jessely (FR)
Owner: Mr G Routledge & Mr A G Pollock
Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton
Breeder: Wansdyke Farm & Joseph Burke Bloodstock Sponsor: Sondad Ltd
9 2 (3)
Colours: MAROON and YELLOW stripes, chevrons on sleeves Form:
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 26. €39,000 yearling, Minzaal filly. Closely related to 2-y-o 5f/6f winner
Where’s Clare Dam, French 2-y-o 6f winner, half-sister to useful 1 1/4m/11f winner Emperor Maximus Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - Billy
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 12. €12,000 foal, £20,000 yearling, State of Rest filly. Half-sister to useful
French 6.5f/7f winner Summer Sail Dam unraced out of useful 7f/1m winner Akira. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA RatingSam James
11
TRICKY JENNY (GB) (-) (3lb)
B f Ardad (IRE) - Trick Shot Jenny
Owner: Mr J Owen
Trainer: James Owen, Newmarket
Breeder: Houghton-Cranford Partnership
Sponsor: James Owen Racing
8 13 (7)
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, PINK sleeves, ROYAL BLUE spots, PINK cap Form:
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 7. 19,000 gns yearling, Ardad filly. Dam 2-y-o 1m winner. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - Cieren Fallon
2025 WINNER: CASPI STAR 3 9 2 Silvestre De Sousa 4-1 (Charlie Johnston) 5 ran
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11
Running for the first time since Gelding No 1, 5.
Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Super Alpha (GB), 5-1 Katie’s Knight (IRE), 11-2 Tricky Jenny (GB), 10-1 Magical El (IRE), 11-1 Jaydee’s Dream (IRE), The Kalonji Man (GB), 14-1 Adonius (IRE), Midnight Curfew (IRE), State of Gold (IRE), 25-1 River Jordan (GB), 50-1 Stay On Tab (GB)
The betting will be revealing but SUPER ALPHA and Adonius are a couple of the more appealing newcomers on paper, while The Kalonji Man has race-fitness on his side for all he was never in the hunt in the Brocklesby.
Garritty
Race 7 4.45PM
Stalls: Stands Side
Total prize fund £15000 Five furlongs (5f abt 1yd) for four yrs old and upwards
THE LIVESCORE BET A TOTAL BETTING EXPERIENCE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £6194; Second £3098; Third £1548; Fourth £774; Fifth £387. (Penalty Value £7851) SS
RACE STATS
Leading course trainer (20-25): J Goldie (53 wins from 405 runners, 13%) runs ARNHEM, CLASSY AL, MONTEZUMA, WATER OF LEITH & WOOHOO
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R Hannon (4 wins from 24 runners, 17%) runs THECOFFEEPODDOTCO & WHEELS OF FIRE Weightwatcher: THE BELL CONDUCTOR won off a handicap mark of 95, his rating is now down 18lb to 77. Longest Travellers: WHEELS OF FIRE & THECOFFEEPODDOTCO trained by R Hannon, Marlborough, 381 miles.
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who ended last year on the up, registering back-to-back victories over 5f at Southwell Exploits a little mixed on all-weather more recently but this ease back down in class can help returned to turf from a good draw.
2 WHEELS
OF FIRE (IRE)
B g Mehmas (IRE) - Azagba (FR)
Owner: Mrs Fitri Hay
Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough
Breeder: C. Marnane
Sponsor: JMH Group
(8) 4 9 4 (2)
Colours: PINK, EMERALD GREEN chevron, halved sleeves, EMERALD GREEN and PINK quartered cap Form: 01006-0 D 2 wins £9054
TIMEFORM VIEW Had caught the eye on several occasions prior to capitalising on easing mark at Windsor (6f) in September Shaped better than bare result on 2 occasions thereafter last term and he promises to come forward from his reappearance effort at Newcastle 8 days ago Interesting.
Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 80
Levey
3 CURIOUS ROVER (IRE)
(149) 5 9 4 (7)
B g The Irish Rover (IRE) - Only Live Once
Owner: URSA Major Racing Ltd and Partner
Trainer: Katie Scott, Galashiels
Breeder: Aidan Sexton
Sponsor: Katie Scott Racing Syndicate,Adra Projects Ltd, Balfour + Manson
Colours: YELLOW and PINK (quartered), PINK sleeves, YELLOW diamonds, YELLOW cap, PINK stars Form: 310000- CD 4 wins £26634
TIMEFORM VIEW Back to winning ways over C&D in August but he ended the last campaign on a below-par note, last of 8 in handicap at Newcastle in November Fallen 2lb below last winning mark if revived following a 5-month break. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 80
4
AL HUSSAR (GB) (155)
Br g Bated Breath - Queen’s Charter
Owner: The Gathering and partner
Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton
Breeder: Biddestone Stud Ltd
4 9 2 (5)
Colours: WHITE, ROYAL BLUE diamond, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, WHITE armlets, ROYAL BLUE cap Form: 051203- D 4 wins £29994
TIMEFORM VIEW On top late in the day when resuming winning ways at Chester (5f, heavy) in September and placed on 2 of his 3 starts thereafter Operating just 1lb above last winning mark and he’s certainly not out of things Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 78
5 THE BELL CONDUCTOR (IRE) (16)
B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Saffian
Owner: Alfa Site Services Ltd
Trainer: Ivan Furtado, Easingwold
Breeder: Mr Denis B. McCarthy
Sponsor: Alfa Site Services Ltd
9 9 1 (3)
Colours: GREY, RED seams, GREY sleeves, RED and GREY hooped cap Form: 500-666 D 8 wins £78880
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored 3 times on all-weather/turf during a productive 2024 but has looked on the downgrade for a while, failing to revive for application of a first-time visor at Newcastle last month.
6
ZARZYNI (IRE) (43)
B g Siyouni (FR) - Zunera (IRE)
Owner: MrLaurenceO’Kane/HarrowgateBloodstockLtd
Trainer: David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk
Breeder: His Highness The Aga Khan’s Studs S.C.
Sponsor: Tote
Sam James
9 9 0 (8)
Colours: WHITE, EMERALD GREEN Cross of Lorraine, chevrons on sleeves, PINK cap Form: 20100-0 CD 6 wins £69722
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed this race from a 2lb higher mark 12 months ago and back on the scoresheet at Southwell (5f) in September Made some late gains and entitled to come on for February’s return on all-weather and this 3-time C&D winner can’t be discounted.
Daniel Tudhope
Sean
Jason Hart
William Pyle (3)
7
THECOFFEEPODDOTCO (GB) (10)
B f Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Limelite (IRE)
Owner: Middleham Park Racing CXVIII & Partner1
Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough
Breeder: Mrs E. Roberts
Sponsor: Tattersalls
4 8 10 (6)
Colours: LIGHT BLUE, ORANGE epaulets, ORANGE cap Form: 131443 D BF 2 wins £7469
TIMEFORM VIEW Both wins have been gained over 5f at Lingfield, the latest in February and remained in form from inflated mark since, going with plenty of spark up front before tiring into third over 6f there 10 days ago Demands of this test promise to suit.
8
ARNHEM (IRE) (57)
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 72
B g Dandy Man (IRE) - My Causeway Dream (IRE)
Owner: Mr D. Laverty
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow Breeder: Leslie Laverty
10 8 10 (11)
Colours: BLACK, RED Cross of Lorraine, BLACK sleeves, RED stars, BLACK cap, RED star Form: 300-230 D 3 wins £19112
TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who made a winning debut for this yard at Haydock (5f) in September Began this year with pair of placed efforts prior to shaping better than bare result when eighth over 6f back there in February. Freshened up ahead of this and return to 5f probably a good move Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 72
9
CLASSY
AL (GB) (186)
B g Fountain of Youth (IRE) - Classy Anne
Owner: Barraston Racing & Mr J S Goldie
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Breeder: John McGrandles
Sponsor: Jim Goldie Racing
8 8 9 (12)
Colours: YELLOW, PURPLE chevrons, YELLOW sleeves, PURPLE stars, YELLOW cap, PURPLE star Form: 411400- D 7 wins £27945
TIMEFORM VIEW Quirky sort who hit a purple patch last summer, winning 3 times at Hamilton/Ayr in June and July. Underlined how much of a handful he can be when well held final 2 starts though, and others appeal more returning from 6 months off
10
MONTEZUMA (GB)
Br g Blue Point (IRE) - Seneca Falls
Owner: BJordan,BrianJordan,SJordan&NMcConnell
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Breeder: Godolphin
Sponsor: Jordan Electrics Ltd
RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 71 Shay Farmer (7)
(186) 4 8 9 (4)
Colours: YELLOW, LIGHT BLUE epaulets, LIGHT GREEN sleeves, WHITE stars, LIGHT BLUE cap, WHITE star Form: 034326-
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who posted good placed efforts at Windsor (6f, firm) and over C&D during second half of last season. Didn’t see things out but shaped as if still in good form when sixth at Ayr (6f) on final outing in September but very much the type his yard excel with and not ruled out on return. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 71
11
POP STAR (IRE) (30) 6 8 8 (1)
B g Sioux Nation (USA) - Knock Stars (IRE)
Owner: Darrell Torrens & Gary Allsopp
Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
Breeder: Pier House Stud
Sponsor: Iain Jardine Racing Ltd
Colours: ORANGE, WHITE epaulets, WHITE and ORANGE striped sleeves, WHITE cap Form: 346-000 D 4 wins £19529
TIMEFORM VIEW Quirky type who placed a few times last summer and autumn for Alice Haynes However, it’s been a low-key start on all-weather for present stable in recent months Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 70
12
WOOHOO
(IRE) (227) 5 8 6 (10)
B m Acclamation - Jamboree Girl
Owner: Whit Walk Partnership
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Breeder: W. T. Whittle
Colours: LIGHT BLUE, YELLOW hoops, LIGHT BLUE sleeves and cap Form: 121400- CD 4 wins £18135
TIMEFORM VIEW Thrived for current yard last season, gaining a fourth victory at Ayr (6f) in June and had excuses on final 2 starts, facing no easy task from out of the weights in higher grade at York (5f) in August. This rates much more suitable on seasonal bow and one of 5 runners for Jim Goldie Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 68
13
WATER OF LEITH (IRE) (8) 8
B g Kodiac - Zakhrafa (IRE)
Owner: Adam Mills and Jonnie Delta Racing
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Breeder: Rifa Mustang Pty Ltd
Sponsor: Jim Goldie Racing
8 6
(13)
Colours: BLACK, YELLOW sleeves, BLACK armlets, BLACK cap, YELLOW stars Form: 422314 D 12 wins £50036
TIMEFORM VIEW Made the frame for 8 successive starts before taking advantage of his reduced mark at Wolverhampton (6.1f) on penultimate start. Had every chance when fourth under a penalty at Newcastle (6f) 8 days ago and he looks to have more on his plate back up in grade/returned to turf Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 68
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 6, 7.
Probable S.P’s: 11-2 Ziggy’s Triton (IRE), 13-2 Wheels of Fire (IRE), Thecoffeepoddotco (GB), 8-1 Al Hussar (GB), Montezuma (GB), 10-1 Zarzyni (IRE), Water of Leith (IRE), 14-1 Arnhem (IRE), Woohoo (IRE), 25-1 Curious Rover (IRE), 28-1 The Bell Conductor (IRE), 40-1 Pop Star (IRE), 50-1 Classy Al (GB)
Alec Voikhansky
Harry Davies
Lauren Young (5)
Andrew Mullen
Amie Waugh (3)
Cam Hardie
Despite a potentially tricky draw it could be worth siding with WHEELS OF FIRE. A winner at Windsor in September, he has shaped better than the bare result on 3 of his 4 subsequent outings, including on return at Newcastle 8 days ago He can prove his mark an exploitable one Ziggy’s Triton back down in class is a danger, as is Montezuma who can do better again as a 4-y-o. Thecoffeepoddotco and last year’s winner Zarzyni complete the shortlist.
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First Race 1.25 - THE VIRGIN BET A GOOD BET ROYAL MILE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £15462 to the winning horse The second to receive £7251, the third £3627, the fourth £1812, the fifth £906 and the sixth £453. for three yrs old only, Rated 76-95 (also open to such horses rated 96 and 97; such horses rated 75 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £150 stake if the horse is rated 76 or higher, or £30 stake if the horse is rated 75 or lower with £120 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m.April 2nd. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 28th, 2026, for each race won 6lb Virgin Bet will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer & jockey. A prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Virgin Bet. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code 14 entries at £150. - Closed March 30th, 2026.
Second Race 1.55 - THE LIVESCORE BET SILVER ARROW HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £25770 to the winning horse The second to receive £12085, the third £6045, the fourth £3020, the fifth £1510 and the sixth £755. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 86-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107; such horses rated 85 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £250 stake if the horse is rated 86 or higher, or £50 stake if the horse is rated 85 or lower with £200 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 2nd. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 28th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb Virgin Bet will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey.A prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Virgin Bet. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race 14 entries, 1 at £50 and 13 at £250. - Closed March 30th, 2026. SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 2.30 - THE VIRGIN BET GOLIATH CUP STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £45368 to the winning horse The second to receive £17200, the third £8608, the fourth £4288, the fifth £2152 and the sixth £1080. for four yrs old and upwards Enter by noon, March 30th and pay £400 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m.April 2nd.Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 2lb; fillies 8st 11lb Penalties, after August 31st, 2025, a winner of a Listed race 3lb Of a Group 3 race 5lb Of a Group 1 or Group 2 race 7lb Virgin Bet have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will present a cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Virgin Bet. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code 11 entries at £400. - Closed March 30th, 2026.
Fourth Race 3.05 - THE VIRGIN BET DAILY PRICE BOOST QUEEN’S CUP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) (GBBPLUS RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £25770 to the winning horse The second to receive £12085, the third £6045, the fourth £3020, the fifth £1510 and the sixth £755. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 76-95 (also open to such horses rated 96 and 97; such horses rated 75 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £250 stake if the horse is rated 76 or higher, or £50 stake if the horse is rated 75 or lower with £200 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 2nd. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 28th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Virgin Bet will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. A prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Virgin Bet. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race 19 entries, 1 at £50 and 18 at £250. - Closed March 30th, 2026. SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 3.42 - THE VIRGIN BET SCOTTISH SPRINT CUP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £36078 to the winning horse The second to receive £16919, the third £8463, the fourth £4228, the fifth £2114 and the sixth £1057. for four yrs old and upwards Enter by noon, March 30th and pay £350 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 2nd. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 12lb Penalties, after March 28th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb NOTE: Any horse rated above 110 shall initially be treated as having that rating and the highest weight allotted shall be 9st 12lb Subsequently, the excess over 110 in any rating shall be allotted to that horse without limitation to the highest weight to be carried.. Virgin Bet will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. A prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Virgin Bet. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race 18 entries at £350. - Closed March 30th, 2026. SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE.
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Sixth Race 4.12 - THE VIRGIN BET SUPPORTS SAFE GAMBLING EBF RESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 4) (for horses in Bands C and D) (EBF Restricted Race Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £6480 to the winning horse The second to receive £3042, the third £1521 and the fourth £760. for maiden two yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible, which are in Bands C and D. Enter by noon, March 30th and pay £60 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 2nd. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 7lb; fillies 9st 2lb Allowances: Band D from Band C 3lb THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F have kindly contributed towards the prize money for this race and will present mementos to the winning owner, trainer, jockey f. A prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race All horses which are placed in the first six in an EBF Restricted Maiden or Novice race qualifier in 2026 will be qualified to run in either THE £100,000 EBF RESTRICTED RACE FINAL (CLASS 2) (for fillies only) at Goodwood on 23 September, 2026, or THE £100,000 EBF RESTRICTED RACE FINAL (CLASS 2) (for colts and geldings only) at York on 09 October, 2026. Both races will be run over seven furlongs NOTE: Horses entered or declared in a race which is subsequently abandoned will not be eligible to enter a Final 14 entries at £60. - Closed March 30th, 2026.
Seventh Race 4.45 - THE LIVESCORE BET A TOTAL BETTING EXPERIENCE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £7851 to the winning horse The second to receive £3684, the third £1840, the fourth £921 and the fifth £459. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 66-85 (also open to such horses rated 86 and 87; such horses rated 65 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £75 stake if the horse is rated 66 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 65 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 2nd. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 28th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb Virgin Bet will present a memento to the winning owner and trainer A prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 18 entries at £75. - Closed March 30th, 2026.
