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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 FEATURE
Today’s highlight will be the Racing TV Handicap Stakes at 3.50. Rebecca Menzies’ seven-year-old mare day’s highligh be SCARRIFF is a former course and distance winner who seems to be a bit of a Musselburgh specialist. RIFF She scored in handicap company here in July but adding a solid second here again earlier this month ed c She wasn’t seen to full effect on her latest effort at Ripon but should be back to her best at a track as o she loves. WITHOUT DELAY is also a former course and distance winner Tracy Waggott’s six-year-old ance w won at Catterick last month but a pair of efforts at Thirsk have seen her struggle to continue that form . A win at Yarmouth last month was bookended by a pair of HINITSA BAY has been in good form lately. las spectively. Ian William’s four-year-old could be the form pick good seconds at Leicester and Yarmouth respectively.
JOCKEYS H TO WATCH
With current leading jockey Sam James absent from today’s ca s currently second and he has four rides. He rides over atop the leaderboard here today. JOE FANNING is curren co was a strong winner at Redcar last time out. He’s also Doralee in the 3.20 and the four-year-old filly a acre Maestro (4.20) and Wadacre Giorgio (4.50) Tied with him in on board Overlooked (3.50), Wadacre
’s card, it gives his rivals a chance to take
Wadacre
MULRENNAN who has a full book of six rides today The standout of those is Hinitsa second is PAUL Bay in the 3.50 who is in red hot form He also has the ride on Tardaff (2.20), Midnight Rodeo (2.50), Golden Rainbow (3.20), South Road (4.20) and Sophiesticate (4 50). h (
TRAINERS TO WATCH
JIM GOLDIE continues to bet the leading trainer here at Musselburgh and he has two chances today to extend that lead. First is Crackinthunder in the 3.20 The three-year-old has yet to fire in three novices on the all-weather but should do better now switched to handicaps if coping with the switch to turf He also runs Sophiesticate in the last who is on a run of two seconds in a row IAIN JARDINE is closest in the standings, and he has just the one runner today with Jump The Gun in the 3.50
RACE DESCRIPTIONS
3.20 THE ALAN STEEL FOR INDEPENDENT ADVICE HANDICAP STAKES
3.50 THE RACING
TV HANDICAP STAKES
2.20 THE ALAN STEEL ASSET MANAGEMENT 50TH ANNIVERSARY RESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES
This one mile contest for horses aged three, four and five-years-old and upwards is a maiden stakes - a race for horses that have yet to record a racecourse victory. There are a variety of reasons why the older horses in this race could still be maidens Stoutly bred horses are unlikely to be seen at their best over the shorter distances of their juvenile season whilst a setback or injury can curtail even the most precociously bred horse’s two-year-old career
2 50 THE CELEBRATE NATIONAL RACEHORSE WEEK NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES
A nursery is a handicap that is restricted to two-year-olds only In order to be allowed to take part, entrants must have already run in three maiden or novice races, or have won two races, which then qualifies them for an official handicap rating based on what they have achieved so far. Quite simply, the higher their rating, the bigger the weight they have to carry. This particular one mile race is for horses which have been rated from 0 to 65
This is a five furlong handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 46 to 55 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 one mile handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 46 to 55 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 55 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 50
4.20
THE INA AND ELLA MACGREGOR HANDICAP STAKES
This is a seven furlong handicap race for three-year-olds which have been rated from 46 to 65 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 6lb.
4.50 THE JOIN RACING TV NOW HANDICAP STAKES
This is a one mile, four and a half furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 46 to 60 Like most handicaps on the flat this race is also open to horses that are rated below that particular band. However, all handicaps stipulate a minimum weight and no runner can carry less than that, irrespective of how low their rating is This is often described as ‘running from out of the handicap’ and is considered a disadvantage.
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TURNOFEVENTS
OWNEDBYRACHELBEATTIE
Musselburgh’s Horses for Courses Ambassador Evie was bred by Rabbah Stud, but despite impressive breeding and 18 months in training, she was deemed to slow for racing and didn’t take to being a broodmare either. After figuring out where to put her legs when jumping, she now enjoys a range of activities including training camps, RoR showing and British Eventing.
CELTICFLAMES
Perth’s Horses for Courses Ambassador Celtic came straight off the track as a 12 year old from Lucina Russell’s yard, and has run at Musselburgh 6 times. Although 12 can be considered late for a career change, he now enjoys cross country, ex-racehorse showing classes and working hunteralthough getting braver he is known to be scared of his own shadow!
GREYMOSS
Raced once as a 6 year old at Ayr in 2022, Grey Moss now lives at home being the only horse on a beef farm with over 60 cows. Cross country is her favourite discipline and she is entered into her first British Eventing competition next month. She has won Reserve Champion Ex-Racehorse at Stirling Show the last two years in a row.
NIQNAAQPAADIWAAQ
Nicky raced at Musselburgh as a 3 year old but now enjoys his life as an all-rounder. He was the winner of the 2024 Scottish RoR dressage championships, and came 6 at the National Championships at Aintree. He loves to self-exercise in his field and is particularly good at acrobatics and hand stands!
ToD has raced all over the UK including Ascot, Goodwood and York before embracing retired life seven years ago. He does everything from dressage to eventing, beach rides and baby sitting young horses, and is going to give showing a go next year when he turns 15.
Total prize fund £7000
for maiden three, four and five yrs old
STEELASSET MANAGEMENT 50THANNIVERSARY RESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5)
(for
horses in Bands B,C and D) (GBB RACE)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £2987; Second £1493; Third £747; Fourth £373. (Penalty Value £3780) SS
RACE STATS
Leading course trainer (20-25): Miss K Scott (11 wins from 75 runners, 15%) runs ELIZABETH BAY
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): I Williams (5 wins from 37 runners, 14%) runs TARDAFF
Longest Traveller: TORALOU trained by D M Loughnane, Kidderminster, 308 miles
B f U S Navy Flag (USA) - By Jupiter
Owner: Mike Harris Racing Club
Trainer: Mark Loughnane, Kidderminster
Breeder: Redpender Stud Ltd
Sponsor: Tote
Colours: YELLOW, BLACK diamond, chevrons on sleeves Form: 2/-42622
TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown improved form since joining new stable in May. Runner-up in a handicap at Ffos Las (7/1) 13 days ago, chased leaders before hanging left but kept on well final furlong. Clear form pick in this maiden and looks ready to open account.
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RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 70
MAGIC BOY (GER) (13) (4lb) 3 9 3 (3)
B g Acclamation - Midnight (GER)
Owner: Magic Boy Partnership
Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton
Breeder: Gestut Etzean
Sponsor: Alexanders York
Colours: DARK GREEN, DARK GREEN and RED diabolo on sleeves, RED cap Form: 423
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed promise when second at Ripon (40/1) in June Third of 5 in novice at Salisbury (11/4) 13 days ago, took keen hold early and plugged on late Step up in trip today should suit on breeding. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 70
3
ELIZABETH
BAY (GB) (6) 3 9 2 (4)
Ch f New Bay - Quite A Thing
Owner: Summerstorm Bloodstock Ltd
Trainer: Katie Scott, Galashiels
Breeder: Lady Fairhaven
Sponsor: Chris’s House
Colours: WHITE, DARK GREEN hoops, WHITE sleeves, DARK GREEN spots, DARK GREEN cap Form: 040324
TIMEFORM VIEW Better form on AW (2nd and 3rd at Chelmsford) than turf Finished fourth of 5 in novice at Carlisle (10/1) for new yard 6 days ago Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 72
4
TARDAFF (GB) (20) 3 9 2 (2)
B f Bated Breath - Daffydowndilly
Owner: Lady Blyth
Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Breeder: Lemington Grange Stud Sponsor: Tote
Colours: PALE BLUE, CAMPBELL TARTAN hooped sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap Form: 0225
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice finished second in maiden/novice races over 7f before coming fifth of 9 in novice at Kempton (20/1) 20 days ago when unable to build on earlier promise Return to turf may help Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 70
DAIN MA NUT IN (IRE) 3 9 5 Oisin Orr 13-8 (Lucinda Russell) 5 ran NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 4
Probable S.P’s: 10-11 Toralou (IRE), 4-1 Magic Boy (GER), 9-2 Tardaff (GB), 7-1 Elizabeth Bay (GB)
TORALOU has done well for her new stable with two promising runner-up finishes in handicaps and she can open her account. Magic Boy should appreciate this step up in trip after keeping on at Salisbury and looks the danger
Joe Leavy
Rowan Scott
Connor Beasley
Paul Mulrennan
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Total prize fund £7000 About one mile (8f abt 2yds) for two yrs old
THE CELEBRATE NATIONAL RACEHORSE WEEK NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable SS
RACE STATS
Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (22 wins from 203 runners, 11%) runs PREMINISION
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (8 wins from 80 runners, 10%) runs PREMINISION
Longest Travellers: MIDNIGHT RODEO trained by G Scott & LEXINGTON EXPRESS trained by A Haynes, both Newmarket, 350 miles
1 PANTHERE NOIR (GB) (17) 9 9 (4)
B c Mohaather - Billie Beane
Owner: Lamont Racing
Trainer: Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross
Breeder: Susan Scargill
Sponsor: Lamont Racing, Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
Colours: DARK BLUE, WHITE cross belts, MAROON and YELLOW striped sleeves, hooped cap Form: 644
TIMEFORM VIEW Showing improvement in maidens, produced best effort when fourth of 9 at Ayr (15/2) 17 days ago when helping force pace Makes handicap debut upped in trip One to note Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 64
2
PORT DARWIN (IRE) (13)
Ch c Australia - Porthilly (FR)
Owner: Kingsley Park 42
Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Breeder: Mr Oliver Pawle
Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd
9 9 (7)
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, LIGHT GREEN epaulets Form: 505
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden showing limited ability in three starts, finishing fifth of 8 in maiden at Beverley (11/1) 13 days ago Remains a work in progress and handicap debut could bring improvement. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 64
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MIDNIGHT RODEO (IRE)
B g Bated Breath - Ocala
Owner: J Sarkar, D Sarkar, O Sarkar & D Sarkar
Trainer: George Scott, Newmarket
Breeder: Promenade Bloodstock Limited
Sponsor: Far Westfield Farm
(20) 9 7 (5)
Colours: DARK BLUE, PINK cross belts, PINK sleeves, DARK BLUE stars, DARK BLUE cap, PINK star Form: 006
TIMEFORM VIEW Shown little in three maiden/novice runs, most recently sixth of 8 at Pontefract (25/1) 20 days ago when taking strong hold and never involved. Handicap debut with hood removed and stepping up to 8f may ignite improvement. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 6/8/2025 it was reported that the horse ran too free Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 62
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to show much in three 7f maidens Sixth of 8 at Beverley (50/1) 13 days ago, raced off the pace and never involved (winner looks smart). Bred to be much better than opening mark now going handicapping. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 61
5
LEXINGTON EXPRESS (IRE) (18)
B f Prince of Lir (IRE) - Bean Uasal (IRE)
Owner: Middleham Park Racing LXI
Trainer: Alice Haynes, Newmarket
Breeder: Philip & Orla Hore
Sponsor: Middleham Park Racing
9 6 (1)
Colours: LIGHT BLUE, ORANGE epaulets Form: 05534
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed improved form when third in handicap at Chepstow (9/2) in July, finishing half a length behind the winner Fourth of 7 in handicap at Thirsk (7/2) 18 days ago, making headway after being driven wide but unable to sustain effort. Stepping up to 8f could suit and good claims Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 61
6 PREMINISION (GB) (18) 9 2 (3)
B f Territories (IRE) - Illusions
Owner: Habton Racing
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Breeder: Bearstone Stud Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud
Colours: JADE GREEN, FLAME hooped sleeves, BLACK cap Form: 50443
TIMEFORM VIEW 3rd of 7 in 7f handicap at Thirsk (18/1) 18 days ago when held up and making progress 3f out. Step up to 8f could suit. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 57
Tom Eaves
Connor Beasley
Paul Mulrennan
Billy Garritty
Rowan Scott
Duran Fentiman
7
SHES GOT THE BLUES (IRE) (12) 8 13 (2)
B f Space Blues (IRE) - Valtina (IRE)
Owner: P. D. Smith Holdings Ltd
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
Breeder: Fortescue Bloodstock
Sponsor: P. D. Smith Holdings Ltd
Colours: YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE stars, striped sleeves, YELLOW cap Form: 000
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced and yet to show much in three novice starts, last at Beverley (150/1) 12 days ago when never landing a blow. Stepping up significantly in trip for handicap debut. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 54 Barry McHugh
2024 WINNER: MAYOR OF MAGHERA 2 9 11 Rowan Scott 9-4 (Phillip Makin) 8 ran NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 7
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5.
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Lexington Express (IRE), 9-2 Panthere Noir (GB), 5-1 Port Darwin (IRE), 6-1 Time Twister (GB), 8-1 Shes Got The Blues (IRE), 17-2 Preminision (GB), 10-1 Midnight Rodeo (IRE)
Most of these have similar profiles, with improvement likely now they go handicapping and TIME TWISTER gets the vote before any betting clues He certainly fits that category and time may reveal that he contested a hot maiden at Beverley a fortnight ago Lexington Express is more exposed but has shown enough to think she can pick up a race or two Panthere Noir is another to note on his handicap debut.
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Total prize fund £7000 Five furlongs (5f abt 1yd) for three yrs old and upwards
THE ALAN STEEL FOR INDEPENDENT ADVICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) SS
RACE STATS
Leading course trainer (20-25): J Goldie (50 wins from 382 runners, 13%) runs CRACKINTHUNDER
Weightwatcher: SIXCOR won off a handicap mark of 56, his rating is now down 7lb to 49.
Fancy That: Miss L Perratt won this race in 2023 and 2024. The stable runs HARD NUT & SIXCOR today.
Longest Traveller: BEAUMADIER trained by D M Loughnane, Kidderminster, 308 miles.
B g Havana Gold (IRE) - Stereophonic (IRE)
Owner: Holmfirth Racing
Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
Breeder: Minster Stud & Stratford Place Stud
Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds
Colours: BLACK, YELLOW chevrons on sleeves Form: 023306 D 8 wins £28256
TIMEFORM VIEW 6-time winner in 2024 and bounced back to form when second at Redcar (5f) in May and consecutive thirds in June Ran below form when sixth of 7 in handicap at Pontefract (14/1) 39 days ago, led but weakened 1f out without headgear Visor back on and lurks on a good mark. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 55
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BEAUMADIER (IRE) (8) 5 9 9 (6)
B g Kuroshio (AUS) - Bird of Light (IRE)
Owner: Mr Ben Parish
Trainer: Mark Loughnane, Kidderminster
Breeder: James Foley
Colours: PURPLE, WHITE stars, GREY sleeves, WHITE stars, GREY cap, WHITE stars Form: 65422P D 1 wins £3140
TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown improved form with seconds in recent handicaps, including at Lingfield Park (5f) 24 days ago when showing good speed. Respected. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 55
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DORALEE (GB) (17) 4 9 8 (3)
B f Swiss Spirit - Jofranka
Owner: Albion Racing
Trainer: David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk
Breeder: Harrowgate Bloodstock Ltd
Sponsor: Tote
Colours: WHITE, DARK BLUE hoops and armlets Form: 500041 D 1 wins £3140
TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark in conditions race at Redcar (6/1) 17 days ago, making all and drawing clear in the final 100 yards The positive tactics employed last time could be key to continued success Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 54
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JAMIE’S CHOICE (GB) (8) 5 9 5 (1)
B m Peace Envoy (FR) - Oh Happy Days (IRE)
Owner: Mr J. Thompson
Trainer: Tracy Waggott, Spennymoor
Breeder: Jill Musgrave
Sponsor: Thompson
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, RED chevrons on sleeves, quartered cap Form: 2-20505 CD 2 wins £6280
TIMEFORM VIEW Fifth of 8 (25/1) at Catterick 8 days ago, making late headway after being outpaced following a 3-month break. Previous C&D winner who could build on that encouraging return. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 51
5
SIXCOR
(GB) (14) 7 9 3 (4)
B g Sixties Icon - Roccor
Owner: Linda Perratt Racing
Trainer: Linda Perratt, East Kilbride
Breeder: D. D. & Mrs J. P. Clee
Sponsor: North Allerton Racing
Colours: RED, BLACK epaulets, BLACK sleeves, RED stars, BLACK cap, RED star Form: 231035 CD 8 wins £27893
TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Hamilton in July but didn’t run his race when fifth of 6 in handicap at same course (11/1) 14 days ago Has won twice over course and distance, including this in 2023. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 49
6
SKI ANGEL (GB) (15)
B m Harry Angel (IRE) - Excelette (IRE)
Owner: Riverside Racing
Trainer: R. Mike Smith, Galston
Breeder: Crossfields Bloodstock Ltd
Sponsor: Tote
5 9 2 (8)
Colours: MAUVE and BLACK diamonds, BLACK sleeves Form: 321460 CD 5 wins £21459
TIMEFORM VIEW Course and distance winner who scored again here (9/4) 56 days ago but has been below par since, including when eighth of 9 in handicap at Ayr over 6f (40/1) 15 days ago Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 48
Paul Mulrennan
Joe Leavy
Joe Fanning
Connor Beasley
Kaiya Fraser
Rowan Scott
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HARD NUT (IRE) (14)
B g Gutaifan (IRE) - With A Twist
Owner: Miss L. A. Perratt
Trainer: Linda Perratt, East Kilbride
Breeder: Springwell Stud
Sponsor: North Allerton Racing
8 9 0 (7)
Colours: PURPLE, YELLOW sleeves, RED and YELLOW striped cap Form: 0-06626 CD 3 wins £12914
TIMEFORM VIEW Ran well when 2nd at this course 25 days ago but failed to confirm that form when last of 6 in handicap at Hamilton (66/1) 14 days ago Shock winner of a division of this race last year Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 43
8
CRACKINTHUNDER (GB) (241) 3
B g Land Force (IRE) - All Back To Mine
Owner: Summerstorm Bloodstock Ltd
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Breeder: Abingdon & Witney College
Sponsor: Chris’s House
8 13 (5)
Colours: WHITE, DARK GREEN hoops, WHITE sleeves, DARK GREEN spots, DARK GREEN cap Form: 000-
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in Newcastle novices last autumn. Makes handicap/turf debut with hood removed. Could do better now. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 47 Amie Waugh (3)
2024 WINNER: HARD NUT (IRE) 7 9 0 Mark Winn 50-1 (Linda Perratt) 9 ran
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 8
Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5. Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Doralee (GB), 5-1 Beaumadier (IRE), 13-2 Jamie’s Choice (GB), 7-1 Golden Rainbow (GB), 8-1 Crackinthunder (GB), 17-2 Sixcor (GB), 16-1 Ski Angel (GB), 18-1 Hard Nut (IRE)
JAMIE’S CHOICE showed encouraging signs when making late headway at Catterick just 8 days ago following a 3-month absence This previous C&D winner should strip fitter now. Golden Rainbow is interesting with the visor back on, having shown decent form earlier in the season. Doralee made all for an impressive win at Redcar recently and similar tactics could serve her well again.
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Stalls: Inside
Total prize fund £12000 About one mile (8f abt 2yds) for four yrs old and upwards
THE RACING TV HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £4955; Second £2478; Third £1238; Fourth £619; Fifth £310. (Penalty Value £6280.80) SS
RACE STATS
Leading course trainer (20-25): I Jardine (34 wins from 287 runners, 12%) runs JUMP THE GUN
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (8 wins from 80 runners, 10%) runs TEMPER TRAP
Weightwatcher: TEMPER TRAP won off a handicap mark of 59, his rating is now down 6lb to 53.
Longest Traveller: HINITSA BAY trained by I Williams, Alvechurch, 297 miles
1 WITHOUT DELAY (IRE) (11) 6 9 9 (9)
Ch m Decorated Knight - Apace (IRE)
Owner: Mr W. J. Laws
Trainer: Tracy Waggott, Spennymoor
Breeder: Irish National Stud
Sponsor: Houghton Bunkhouse
Colours: BROWN and ORANGE (quartered), ORANGE sleeves, BROWN armlets, ORANGE cap Form: 502150 CD 5 wins £18102
TIMEFORM VIEW Has three course and distance wins and also struck at Catterick in July, but finished last of 8 in handicap at Thirsk (12/1) 11 days ago when weakening after racing freely. Could do better back here
2 OVERLOOKED (IRE) (13) 4 9 9 (1)
B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Ceilidhs Dream
Owner: Miss H. Bethell
Trainer: Harriet Bethell, Arnold
Breeder: M. Al-Qatami & K. M. Al-Mudhaf
Sponsor: Tote
Colours: WHITE, LIGHT BLUE stripe, DARK BLUE sleeves, DARK BLUE cap, LIGHT BLUE star Form: 605503 BF
TIMEFORM VIEW Still a maiden after 19 starts, ran creditably when third of 10 in handicap at Beverley (13/8) 13 days ago Often travels well but doesn’t find much under pressure when it matters Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 55
3
HINITSA
BAY
(IRE) (29) 4 9 7 (3)
B g No Nay Never (USA) - Last Jewel (IRE)
Owner: Mr Ian Williams
Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Breeder: Lynch Bages Ltd & Lindy Farms
Sponsor: Tote
Colours: LIGHT BLUE, RED and WHITE striped sleeves, RED cap, WHITE seams, BLUE hoop Form: 526212 D BF 1 wins £3768
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 8f handicap at Yarmouth in July. Second of 9 in handicap at Yarmouth (4/5) 29 days ago, again racing freely before keeping on. Big player if settling better Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 53
4
TEMPER TRAP (GB) (14)
Br g Slade Power (IRE) - Sloane Square
Owner: Ontoawinner 10 & Partner
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Breeder: Jupiter Bloodstock Ltd
Sponsor: www.ontoawinner.net
8 9 7 (7)
Colours: YELLOW and WHITE (quartered), YELLOW sleeves, WHITE armlets, YELLOW cap Form: 500402 C D BF 14 wins £47402
TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t won in 15 runs since October Second of 5 in a handicap at Hamilton Park (2/1) 14 days ago, travelled well but couldn’t get past leader when challenged final furlong. Cheekpieces back on could help focus this former course winner and he’s a leading contender Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 53
5
SCARRIFF (IRE) (10)
Ch m Dandy Man (IRE) - Maria Milena
Owner: Mr Gerry McGladery
Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
Breeder: Ms Valerie Madden
Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds
7 9 7 (6)
Colours: LIGHT BLUE, ROYAL BLUE sash, ROYAL BLUE cap Form: 646126 CD 2 wins £7327
TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Musselburgh 35 days ago but disappointed when sixth of 7 in handicap at Ripon (18/5) 10 days ago, headed and beaten 2f out. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 53
6
TRAIS FLUORS (GB) (8) 11 9 7 (5)
B or Br g Dansili - Trois Lunes (FR)
Owner: Miss L. A. Perratt
Trainer: Linda Perratt, East Kilbride
Breeder: SCEA Haras de Saint Pair
Sponsor: North Allerton Racing
Colours: PURPLE, YELLOW sleeves, RED and YELLOW striped cap Form: 305005 D 12 wins £149308
TIMEFORM VIEW Fifth of 9 in handicap at Ayr (50/1) 8 days ago, faring best of those held up and making headway late on. Can go well if race is run to suit patient style Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 53
Connor Beasley
Joe Fanning
Paul Mulrennan
Sean Kirrane
Alfie Redman (7)
Kaiya Fraser
7
ZEBRA
STAR (IRE) (8) 5 9 6 (8)
Gr m Gregorian (IRE) - Queen Zain (IRE)
Owner: Loudoun Zebras
Trainer: R. Mike Smith, Galston
Breeder: Rathasker Stud
Colours: PURPLE, PINK star, striped sleeves and stars on cap Form: 261304 3 wins £11863
TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Ayr (6/1) 36 days ago but inconsistent since, finishing fourth of 6 in handicap at Ayr (7/1) 8 days ago when effort flattened out after chasing leader Drop back to 8f may suit given free-going tendencies Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 52
8
JUMP
THE GUN (IRE) (15) 8 9 6 (2)
B g Make Believe - Sound of Guns
Owner: Let’s Be Lucky Racing 26
Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
Breeder: Ballylinch Stud
Sponsor: Iain Jardine Racing Ltd
Colours: BLACK, RED triple diamond, sleeves and diamond on cap Form: 266606 D 5 wins £25947
TIMEFORM VIEW Finished sixth of 10 in a 7f handicap at Ayr (12/1) 15 days ago Has not won for 22 races and current form gives little encouragement for improvement.
B f Land Force (IRE) - O Fourlunda
Owner: Nathan Mill & Gary Rutherford
Trainer: Gary Rutherford, Jedburgh
Breeder: Mickley Stud
Colours: GREY, LIGHT BLUE chevrons on sleeves Form: 650330 D 2 wins £8643
TIMEFORM VIEW Ran third twice before finishing seventh of 9 in handicap at Ayr (22/1) 8
making little impression.
B m Massaat (IRE) - Vibrant
Owner: Alison Johnson
Trainer: Brian Rothwell, Leyburn
Breeder: Alison Johnson
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, DARK BLUE star and sleeves, LIGHT BLUE cap, DARK BLUE star Form: 04-0000
TIMEFORM VIEW Looks of little account now. Blinkers tried. Star RatingHIIII Official
Total prize fund £7000 seven furlongs ( 7f 15yds ) for three yrs old
THE INA AND ELLA MACGREGOR HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) SS No Horse
RACE STATS
Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (22 wins from 203 runners, 11%) runs LAW DEGREE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (8 wins from 80 runners, 10%) runs LAW DEGREE
Weightwatcher: LAW DEGREE won off a handicap mark of 63, his rating is now down 5lb to 58.
Longest Traveller: MELISSA HONEY trained by M Herrington, Willoughton, 260 miles
1
MONETIZE (GB) (27) 9 9 (5)
B f Mohaather - Finalize
Owner: Crossfields Racing
Trainer: Bryan Smart, Hambleton
Breeder: Crossfields Bloodstock Ltd
Sponsor: Crossfields Chartered Accountants
Colours: WHITE, ROYAL BLUE cross belts, ROYAL BLUE and WHITE hooped sleeves and cap Form: 6-02060
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed promise when 2nd in novice at Ripon in May but disappointed since, seventh of 9 in novice at Redcar (33/1) 27 days ago when hampered. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 65
2
WADACRE MAESTRO (GB)
Ch g Harry Angel (IRE) - Madam Valentine
Owner: Wadacre Stud
Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Breeder: Wadacre Stud
Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd
(10) 9 9 (8)
Colours: BLACK, YELLOW seams, YELLOW sleeves, BLACK stars, BLACK cap Form: 04306
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed promise in novices but disappointed in recent races, sixth of 7 at Doncaster (8f) at 8/1 10 days ago carrying head awkwardly. May need to learn to settle better to realise potential Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 65
3
BANTZ (IRE)
(25) 9 5 (4)
B c Kodiac - Shifting (IRE)
Owner: Tony Smith / Paul Demilow
Trainer: Gemma Tutty, Northallerton
Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
Sponsor: Gemma Tutty Racing Ltd
Colours: LIGHT BLUE, YELLOW stars, WHITE sleeves, YELLOW stars Form: 130200 D 2 wins £6908
TIMEFORM VIEW Ran well in 7f handicaps in May and June, finishing third at Redcar and second at Doncaster Ninth of 13 in 7f handicap at Newcastle (20/1) 25 days ago, slow into stride and never involved. Can bounce back. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 1/8/2025 it was reported that the horse was slowly away. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 61
4
GESUNDHEIT (GB) (91)
B g Blue Point (IRE) - Opportuna
Owner: Breeze Online Competitions Ltd & Partner
Trainer: Noel Wilson, Leyburn
Breeder: Chasemore Farm
9 4 (9)
Colours: ORANGE, DARK GREEN star, ORANGE sleeves, DARK GREEN stars and cap
Form: 001-006 1 wins £3140
TIMEFORM VIEW Won handicap at Kempton (AW) last October but not so good this year, finishing sixth of 10 in handicap at Redcar (40/1) 91 days ago when settling better in hood. First-time tongue strap replaces hood. Engaged 5.38 Southwell Monday. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 60
5 SOUTH ROAD (IRE) (36)
B f Kodiac - Athbah
Owner: Misses P & F Simpson
Trainer: Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross
Breeder: Clara Stud
Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
9 4 (3)
Colours: DARK BLUE, YELLOW stripe, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, YELLOW cap Form: 5-50615 1 wins £4187
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a handicap at Ayr in July before finishing fifth of 12 in a slightly stronger race at Ayr (8/1) 36 days ago, making headway 2f out but finding no extra. One to consider Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 60
6
MELISSA HONEY (GB) (17)
B f Showcasing - Libras Power (IRE)
Owner: GB Civil Engineering (Leicester) Ltd
Trainer: Michael Herrington, Willoughton
Breeder: Glebe Farm Stud
9 3 (7)
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE star, diamonds on sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap, WHITE star Form: 300-043
TIMEFORM VIEW Showing signs of improvement in recent handicaps after struggling in novice company last year Ran well to finish third of 12 in 7f handicap at Haydock (16/1) 17 days ago, travelling fluently before meeting traffic 2f out. Stepping down in class and 7f suits well Leading player
Harrison Shaw
Joe Fanning
Kaiya Fraser
Cam Hardie
Paul Mulrennan
Tom Eaves
7
TUSCAN POINT (IRE) (15)
B g Blue Point (IRE) - Tuscan Oasis (IRE)
Owner: P. D. Smith Holdings Ltd
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
Breeder: Corduff Stud
Sponsor: P. D. Smith Holdings Ltd
9 3 (1)
Colours: YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE stars, striped sleeves, YELLOW cap Form: 0-00000
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to win in 11 starts and came last of 8 in handicap at Ayr (9/1) 15 days ago, again doing far too much too soon before weakening. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 11/8/2025 it was reported that the horse ran too free Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 59 Jack Garritty
8
LAW DEGREE (IRE) (12)
B g Inns of Court (IRE) - Virtually
Owner: ALAW
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Breeder: Mr Donnchadh Higgins
Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud
9 2 (2)
Colours: WHITE, YELLOW chevrons, YELLOW and ROYAL BLUE hooped sleeves, WHITE cap Form: 600050 D 2 wins £8976
TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice in nurseries last year Promising fifth of 9 in a handicap at Doncaster (15/2)
34 days ago, beaten just 1 1/4 lengths Tenth of 11 in stronger handicap at Windsor over 8f (25/1) 12 days ago, raced freely and effort flattened out. This is easier and he can go well Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 58
9
OUR NICOLA (GB) (17)
B f Intrinsic - Sciacca (IRE)
Owner: Mr Edward Peary and Partner
Trainer: David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk
Breeder: Edward Peary
Sponsor: Tote
8 4 (6)
Colours: RED and YELLOW diabolo, halved sleeves, RED cap Form: 00005
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden. Fifth of 7 in a handicap at Redcar (16/1) 17 days ago, ridden more forcefully and not beaten too far Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 45
2024 WINNER: HIGHLAND OLLY 3 9 8 Harrison Shaw 17-2 (Grant Tuer) 9 ran
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9
Tongue Strap worn first time by No 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 8.
LAW DEGREE is better judged on his promising Doncaster fifth than his recent Windsor run in a Racing League handicap when racing too freely. He can return to form with victory back down in trip Melissa Honey is improving and caught the eye when third at Haydock despite traffic trouble, while Bantz can bounce back in this grade
Sean Kirrane
Andrew Mullen
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Total prize fund £8000
One mile, four furlongs abt 104 yards (12f abt 104yds) for three yrs old and upwards
THE JOIN RACING TV NOW HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) SS
RACE STATS
Leading course trainer (20-25): J Goldie (50 wins from 382 runners, 13%) runs SOPHIESTICATE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): C Johnston (6 wins from 59 runners, 10%) runs WADACRE GIORGIO
Weightwatcher: SOPHIESTICATE won off a handicap mark of 68, her rating is now down 8lb to 60. Longest Traveller: NAUGHTY NIALL trained by I Williams, Alvechurch, 297 miles
1 SOPHIESTICATE (IRE) (8) 6 10 0 (2)
B m War Command (USA) - Lenoire
Owner: Ayr Racecourse Club
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Breeder: W. M. Johnstone
Sponsor: Ayrshire Cancer Support
Colours: GREY, LIGHT BLUE triple diamond and sleeves, WHITE cap Form: 525322 CD BF 3 wins £10380
TIMEFORM VIEW Three consecutive placed efforts at Ayr over 10f Finished second of 6 in handicap at Ayr (15/8) 8 days ago, settled better with fully-fledged rider and kept on. 2 C&D wins and could end a losing run. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 60
2 RORY THE CAT (IRE) (8) 5 9 9 (3)
Ch g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Obligada (IRE)
Owner: The Cool Cats
Trainer: Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross
Breeder: S. J. Macdonald
Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
Colours: WHITE, ROYAL BLUE braces, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, LIGHT BLUE cap, WHITE star Form: 254-066 C 5 wins £21411
TIMEFORM VIEW Out of form, sixth of 7 in handicap at Ayr (10/1) 8 days ago when hung badly left and weakened final 1f Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 55
3
NAUGHTY NIALL
(GB) (16) 4 9 8 (5)
B g Oasis Dream - Always A Drama (IRE)
Owner: Mr Jayant Pindolia
Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Breeder: Plantation Stud
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, RED seams, RED and ROYAL BLUE chevrons on sleeves, ROYAL BLUE and RED hooped cap Form: 003213 BF 2 wins £6751
TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Yarmouth and narrowly missed out in two other handicaps in July. Third of 12 in handicap at Leicester (10/3) 16 days ago, keeping on well after challenging in the final furlong. Cheekpieces removed and can go well again if staying the longer trip Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 54
4
WADACRE GIORGIO (GB)
B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Glenreef
Owner: Wadacre Stud
Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Breeder: Wadacre Stud
Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd
(17) 4 9 5 (1)
Colours: BLACK, YELLOW seams, YELLOW sleeves, BLACK stars, BLACK cap Form: 000225
TIMEFORM VIEW After two runner-up finishes at Musselburgh over 12f and 13f, finished fifth of 6 in handicap at Redcar (5/1) over 14f 17 days ago, weakening late Could do better back here Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 51
5 STAR OF MARKINCH (IRE) (8) 9 9 0 (4)
B m Watar (IRE) - Gibboghstown (IRE)
Owner: Mr Richard Chapman
Trainer: Gary Rutherford, Jedburgh
Breeder: Dermot Day
Sponsor: David Merry Farrier
Colours: WHITE, ROYAL BLUE hoop, armlets and cap Form: 240055
TIMEFORM VIEW Long-standing maiden who finished 5th of 7 in handicap at Ayr (40/1) 8 days ago, never carrying any sort of win threat. First-time cheekpieces applied. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 43 Amie Waugh (3)
2024 WINNER: KINETIC (IRE) 3 9 9 Sean Dylan Bowen 13-8 (James Owen) 10 ran NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 5 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 5. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 2. Probable S.P’s: 6-4 Sophiesticate (IRE), 11-4 Naughty Niall (GB), 7-2 Wadacre Giorgio (GB), 8-1 Star of Markinch (IRE), 33-1 Rory The Cat (IRE)
Paul Mulrennan
Connor Beasley
Joe Leavy
Joe Fanning
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TUESDAY 26TH AUGUST
TRAVEL INFORMATION
WALLYFORD TRAIN STATION
We offer a free raceday courtesy bus service to and from Musselburgh Racecourse servicing the park and ride facilities at:
The bus to Wallyford will depart at 16.25 & 17.20 to coincide with departures to Edinburgh at 16.44 & 17.48 and departures to North Berwick at 16.53 & 17.58.
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We advise that you pre-book your taxi for after racing. The taxi rank is on Linkfield Road outside the racecourse
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RACE CONDITIONS
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First Race 2.20 - THE ALAN STEEL ASSET MANAGEMENT 50TH ANNIVERSARY RESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) (for horses in Bands B, C and D) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3780 to the winning horse The second to receive £1774, the third £887 and the fourth £443. for maiden three, four and five yrs old only, which are in Bands B, C and D. Enter by noon, August 20th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 24th. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st 7lb; fillies 9st 2lb 4-y-o and 5-y-o colts and geldings 9st 13lb; fillies 9st 8lb Allowances: Band C from Band B 2lb Band D from Band C 2lb (Allowances are cumulative). Musselburgh Racecourse 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 7 entries at £35. - Closed August 20th, 2025.
Second Race 2.50 - THE CELEBRATE NATIONAL RACEHORSE WEEK NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3663 to the winning horse The second to receive £1719, the third £858, the fourth £429 and the fifth £214. for two yrs old only, Rated 0-65. Enter by noon, August 20th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 24th. Lowest weight 8st 3lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 9lb Penalties, after August 16th, 2025, for each race won 6lb Musselburgh Racecourse 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 9 entries at £35. - Closed August 20th, 2025.
Third Race 3.20 - THE ALAN STEEL FOR INDEPENDENT ADVICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3663 to the winning horse The second to receive £1719, the third £858, the fourth £429 and the fifth £214. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-55 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £35 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 24th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st; 3-y-o 8st 12lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 9lb; 3-y-o 9st 7lb Penalties, after August 16th, 2025, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Musselburgh Racecourse 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 13 entries at £35. - Closed August 20th, 2025.
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Fourth Race 3.50 - THE RACING TV HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £6280 to the winning horse The second to receive £2947, the third £1472, the fourth £736 and the fifth £367. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-55 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £60 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £48 extra if the horse is declared to run
Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 24th. Lowest weight 9st; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after August 16th, 2025, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb Musselburgh Racecourse 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 13 entries at £60. - Closed August 20th, 2025.
Fifth Race 4.20 - THE INA AND ELLA MACGREGOR HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3663 to the winning horse The second to receive £1719, the third £858, the fourth £429 and the fifth £214. for three yrs old only, Rated 46-65 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £35 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 24th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after August 16th, 2025, for each race won 6lb Musselburgh Racecourse 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 17 entries at £35. - Closed August 20th, 2025.
SEE PAGE 38 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 4.50 - THE JOIN RACING TV NOW HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4187 to the winning horse The second to receive £1964, the third £981, the fourth £491 and the fifth £244. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-60 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £40 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 24th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st; 3-y-o 8st 5lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 5lb Penalties, after August 16th, 2025, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb Musselburgh Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. A prize will be presented to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 11 entries at £40. - Closed August 20th, 2025.
FIXTURE LIST
DATE RACEDAY
WED 27 AUGUST THE PORTOBELLO CUP RACEDAY
SAT 13 SEPT OKTOBERFEST RACEDAY FEATURING THE MUSSELBURGH GOLD CUP
SUN 14 SEPT THE STUDENT RACEDAY IN PARTNERSHIP WITH DROPKICK MURHPYS
WED 1 OCT THE RACING TV RACEDAY
MON 13 OCT THE MAX RECYCLE RACEDAY
WED 5 NOV SCOTTISH FLAT SEASON FINALE RACEDAY
FRI 28 NOV THE START OF THE JUMPS RACEDAY
MON 8 DEC THE FESTIVE JUMPS RACEDAY
MON 22 DEC CHRISTMAS JUMPER RACEDAY
2026
THUR 1 JAN NEW YEAR’S DAY RACEDAY 2026 IN PARTNERSHIP WITH VIRGIN BET
TUE 6 JAN THE VIRGIN BET JANUARY JUMPS RACEDAY
SAT 31 JAN THE BET365 SCOTTISH CHELTENHAM TRIALS RACEDAY
SUN 1 FEB THE BET365 SCOTTISH CHELTENHAM TRIALS RACEDAY
SUN 15 FEB THE FARMERS RACEDAY
FRI 20 MARCH GO NORTH RACEDAY, SUPPORTED BY THE RACING POST
SAT 4 APRIL THE VIRGIN BET EASTER SATURDAY RACEDAY FEATURING THE QUEEN’S CUP
SUN 12 APRIL THE SKY BET SUNDAY SERIES RACEDAY
WED 29 APRIL AFTERNOON RACEDAY
THURS 21 MAYAFTERNOON RACEDAY FRI 5 JUNE AFTERNOON RACEDAY
SAT 6 JUNE THE EDINBURGH CUP RACEDAY IN PARTNERSHIP WITH EDINBURGH GIN 2026
