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OFFICIALS & WELCOME

JAMES HUTCHINSON

LIZ

STEWARDS

Chief Steward Adrian Sharpe

Stewards’ Panel Chair Mrs F. A. Clark

Alan Dempsey, Chris Hill, Sarah Russell

STARTERS

Jason Callaghan, Ryan Colley

JUDGE

Nick Hargreave

CLERK OF THE SCALES

Karl Curran

EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS

Alec Dent, Joe O’Gorman, Michelle Maughan

VETERINARY OFFICER

David Green

VETERINARY SURGEONS

Matt Butterell, Richard Sutcliffe

MEDICAL OFFICERS

Dr Jonathan Bulman, Dr Samantha Foster, Dr Leslie Kilshaw

DESIGNATED SAFEGUARDING LEAD

Brian Beswick - 07831331102

BETTING RING MANAGER

Mike Oxley

COMMENTATOR

Malcolm Tomlinson

MANAGING DIRECTOR & CLERK OF THE COURSE

James Hutchinson

RACEDAY CLERK OF THE COURSE

Jonathan Mullin

CHAIRMAN

Andrew Wells

CLUB SECRETARY

Andrew Hutchinson

PATRONS

Colin Armstrong CMG, OBE

David Wilmot-Smith MBE

TODAY’S RACING

FIRST RACE 1:40pm The British Stallion Studs EBF Novice Stakes

SECOND RACE 2:15pm

The Napoleons Casino and Restaurant Leeds Restricted Maiden Fillies’ Stakes

THIRD RACE 3:00pm The Visit attheraces.com Handicap Stakes

FOURTH RACE 3:35pm The M.C.H. Hutchinson Memorial Trophy Handicap Stakes

FIFTH RACE 4:10pm The Ripon Silver Sprint Trophy Handicap Stakes

SIXTH RACE 4:45pm The Sue’s 60th Birthday Occasion Handicap Stakes

SEVENTH RACE 5:20pm The Watch Sky Sports Racing In HD Handicap Stakes

CONTACT US: The Racecourse, Boroughbridge Road, Ripon, HG4 1UG. (01765) 530530 info@ripon-races.co.uk www.ripon-races.co.uk

Good afternoon, Ladies and Gentlemen, and welcome to Yorkshire’s Garden Racecourse for our ﬁrst Saturday ﬁxture of the 2026 season.

It was wonderful to be back in action at our season opener last Thursday, and we are delighted to welcome you for another fantastic afternoon of racing at our Down to the Races: 1930s Style raceday. There is plenty to enjoy around the Racecourse today: The Deﬁnitive Vintage Singer will be performing classic hits on the bandstand to set the tone, quintessentially English lawn games are available in the Course Enclosure, and a small display of classic cars on the Claro Lawn offers the perfect photo opportunity. Be sure to visit Valentina Photobooth by the bandstand to capture some special moments, 1930’s style with friends and family.

One of our feature races this afternoon is the M.C.H. Hutchinson Memorial Trophy Handicap at 3.35. This race holds great signiﬁcance for my family, as it is run in memory of my father, Michael Hutchinson, who was involved in the running of the racecourse for over 50 years. He made an immense contribution to both the racecourse and the City of Ripon and is greatly missed. This race remains a ﬁtting tribute to his legacy. Course & Distance winners Gibside and Dancingwithmyself head to the start—can they do it again today?

We hope you have a thoroughly enjoyable day with us, and we look forward to welcoming you back in just under a fortnight on Friday 8th May. We are joined by Reef Hound for our first evening fixture of the season and our very first Twilight Tracks Music Evening, where you can stay on after racing for a while and have a dance.

With very best regards,

JAMES HUTCHINSON

Managing Director

RACECOURSE MAP

HEALTH & SAFETY NOTICE

Ripon Racecourse requests that you observe all Health & Safety requirements whilstyou are here today. Please do not stand in the aisles of the Grandstand as this could prevent access in an emergency We would also request that only those that are disabled use the disabled viewing ramp and that parents keep a close eye on all children and prevent them from climbing the running rails and getting onto the actual racecourse.

First Aid points are located in the Claro Rooms in the Paddock Enclosure and to the rear of the Course Enclosure building.

First Aid

Information Point

Accessible

THOROUGH THOROUGHBREDS DESERVE

Male Toilet

Female Toilet

Male & Female toilets

TRACKFACTS

A right-handed oval track, one mile five furlongs in extent, which joins the straight course five furlongs from the finish. The undulations in the straight do not favour big galloping types. NOTE:

TOP COURSE TRAINERS

LEADING TRAINERS AT RIPON (2021-2026) WITH RUNNERS:

T EASTERBY (72 wins from 620 runners, 12%) runs MIND THOSE STEPS (1.40), ZIMMERMAN and TREASURE ISLANDS (3.00), GIBSIDE (3.35), EQUITY LAW and COPPER KNIGHT and VINCE L’AMOUR (4.10), POET’S DAWN and ROSEMARY MAY (4.45), HARES BREDTH (5.20).

D O’MEARA (33 wins from 232 runners, 14%) runs ASHNAK and PRINCE OF THE SEAS and STRESSFREE (3.35), TIVA (4.10), HOSTILITY (4.45). RICHARD & PETER FAHEY (23 wins from 193 runners, 12%) runs NAVY LIGHT (1.40), MUDITA (2.15), UP THE JAZZ (4.45).

K R BURKE (17 wins from 102 runners, 17%) runs BLUESTONE LADY (1.40), VENCEDORA (5.20).

TRAINERS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

K R BURKE (10 wins from 33 runners, 30%) runners listed above.

JAMES OWEN (6 wins from 51 runners, 12%) runs PAGEANT GIRL (1.40), NO MORE BOLERO (3.00).

A WATSON (5 wins from 17 runners, 29%) runs BLUE NGURU (5.20).

D O’MEARA (4 wins from 27 runners, 15%) runners listed above.

FANCYTHAT

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS

LEADING JOCKEYS AT RIPON (2021-2026) WITH RIDES:

DAVID ALLAN (50 wins from 325 rides, 15%) rides MIND THOSE STEPS (1.40), TREASURE ISLANDS (3.00), COPPER KNIGHT (4.10), POET’S DAWN (4.45).

DAVID NOLAN (19 wins from 124 rides, 15%) rides PRINCE OF THE SEAS (3.35).

OISIN ORR (11 wins from 65 rides, 17%) rides NAVY LIGHT (1.40), RUPERT THE PRINCE (3.00), ASHNAK (3.35), UP THE JAZZ (4.45), ARISHKA’S DREAM (5.20).

BILLY GARRITTY (11 wins from 70 rides, 16%) rides MUDITA (2.15), KEATS HOUSE (4.45), LIVERPOOL STAR (5.20).

JOCKEYS IN FORM MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

HOLLIE DOYLE (7 wins from 46 rides, 15%) rides THUNDA STRUCK (1.40), ROMANCE SPIRIT (2.15), SEVEN QUESTIONS (4.10), THE SWEET ESCAPE (4.45), BLUE NGURU (5.20).

ETHAN TINDALL (4 wins from 14 rides, 29%) rides AMIDST THE CHAOS (4.45).

DAVID ALLAN (3 wins from 40 rides, 8%) rides listed above.

OISIN ORR (2 wins from 20 rides, 10%) rides listed above.

T EASTERBY won the 4.10 race in 2022 and 2023. The stable is represented by Copper Knight and Equity Law and Vince L’Amour in the race today.

T EASTERBY won the 5.20 race in 2016, 2019 and 2022. The stable is represented by Hares Bredth in the race today.

WEIGHTWATCHER

The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 3.00 Zimmerman (won off 76 down 10lb to 66);

3.35 Prydwen (won off 107 down 9lb to 98); 4.45 Poet’s Dawn (won off 67 down 3lb to 64); Up The Jazz (won off 69 down 6lb to 63); 4.10 Equity Law (won off 83 down 7lb to 76); Vince L’Amour (won off 83 down 9lb to 74); Dream Composer (won off 93 down 15lb to 78).

STABLE MOVES

2.15 EXQUISITE SKYE has moved from Alice Haynes to Michael Keady; 3.35 PRINCE OF THE SEAS has moved from R Beckett to D O’Meara; 4.10 DREAM COMPOSER has moved from H Evans to T Carroll; 5.20 SIOUXPERSONIC has moved from E Bethell to J Camacho

TODAY’S TIPS

RACE 1

Navy Light and Thai Ginger look the pick of the newcomers and any market support would have to be noted. However, it might be worth chancing BLUESTONE LADY in the hope that experience can win the day. She wasn’t unfancied on debut at Beverley 10 days ago, despite getting a bit upset in the parade ring, and she’s entitled to have come on plenty for that outing.

WIN: BLUESTONE LADY

RACE 2

DANGER: NAVY LIGHT

ROMANCE SPIRITshould take a bit of beating in this maiden. She didn’t get the perfect start on debut at Southwell but caught the eye overcoming that at the business end and her running-on second went down as a promising display. With improvement forthcoming, she gets a confident vote ahead of newcomer Triumph and the returning Miss Malone To You.

WIN: ROMANCE SPIRIT

RACE 3

DANGER: TRIUMPH

NO MORE BOLERO made no mistake on his return to Flat duty at Bath and, a winner over hurdles at Ludlow in November, it could be worth sticking with James Owen’s charge while he’s in this sort of form. Rupert The Prince was progressive in this sphere lastyearand is back on the level following a lacklustre hurdling displayat Newcastle. He heads the list of dangers from Tarbat Ness.

WIN: NO MORE BOLERO

RACE 4

DANGER: RUPERTTHE PRINCE

DANCINGWITHMYSELF gets the vote on the basis that she was in good form towards the end oflast season and has picked upwhere she left oﬀcourtesyofa solid runner-up eﬀort on her reappearance at Musselburgh. With a step forward, the C&D winner ticks a lot of boxes and makes more appeal than distance scorers Prydwen and Stressfree.

RACE 5

Course winner SEVEN QUESTIONS made an encouraging start to the season when third in this grade at Pontefract earlier in the month and was kindly dropped 1lb. With the Robert Cowell team in fine order, he looks the one to beat. Dream Composer lurks on an appealing mark on his first start for Tony Carroll and needs considering, while Newmarket second Dyonisos isn’t ruled out either

RACE 6

The Sweet Escape went in by the smallest of margins at Nottingham on his most recent start and should mount a bold bid to follow up, but KISS ME MY LOVE makes more appeal. The daughter of Invincible Spirit caught the eye when outrunning her odds of 40/1 to finish fourth in a class 4 event at Southwell and,with Luke Morris taking over in the plate, she could be primed to strike. Highland Olly completes the shortlist.

WIN: KISS ME MY

RACE 7

Arishka’s Dream has found one too good in both ofhis starts in handicap companyand mayfill thatpositionagain,thistimebehindVENCEDORA.KarlBurke’sfillyfinishedanunderwhelming fifth over7fat Southwell recentlybut the return to turf, alongwith this drop back in trip, might work the oracle. Blue Nguru got oﬀthe mark at Lingfield in Decemberand mayalso have a say.

WIN: VENCEDORA

DANGER: ARISHKA’S DREAM

HOWTO READ THE RACECARD

7 PEPPER LANE (27)

Ch m Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Maid To Matter

Owner: MrsLynneLumley&MrKNicholson

Trainer: DavidO’Meara,Nawton

Sponsor: ConorJ.C.Parsons&BrianM.Parsons

5 8 9 (6)

Jockey: Graham Gibbons

Form: 600100 C

Breeder:D.J.Lumley(Builders)

TIMEFORMVIEW Bounced right back to bestwhen landing Great St Wilfred forsuccessiveyearrunning inAugust. No excuses inYork Listed race last time and hasn’t stayed on previous tries over 7f StarRatingHHHHH Official BHARating 99

11 12 13 14

Sire 5 Birthplace of Horse (if not GB)

No. of Days since last ran

Weight (st lbs)

Sponsor (If relevant) 16 Form / = New Season - = New Year

Bold type shows all weather form

C = Course Winner

D = Distance Winner

CD = Course & Distance Winner

BF = Beaten Favourite 17 Jockey

STAR RATING EXPLAINED

Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below:

HHHHH Selected to win the race.

HHHHI Good chance of being placed.

HHHII By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims

HHIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope.

HIIII Can be given little or no chance.

OFFICIAL BHA RATING

The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of races to enable the Handicappers to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability

The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions. A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances).

The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in non-handicaps races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed. Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating.

BRITISH RACING’S LARGEST SPONSOR

British Stallion Studs will contribute £2million towards British prize-money in 2026, bringing our total investment to £42million since we were founded in 1983

FIRST RACE 1.40

THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

for novice two yrs old

Total prize fund £11000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £4542; Second £2272; Third £1135; Fourth £568; Fifth £284. (Penalty Value £5757.40) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 35)

RACEFORM

MEDIAN TIME 1 min 13.50 secs

RECORD TIME 1 min 10.40 secs

1 MIND THOSE STEPS (GB) (-)

B c Pinatubo (IRE) - Spinatrix

Owner: Reality Partnerships VII

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

RACE DESCRIPTION

This ﬁve furlongs Novice Stakes is restricted to two-year-olds but in order to take part all of the runners must meet certain conditions. Unlike a maiden, which is restricted to horses yet to record a victory, winning horses which have run in a maximum of six races are eligible to run. Weights are set according to sex before previous winners are allocated penalties depending on the level at which they have been successful.

Jockey: David Allan

Form:

9 9 (2)

Breeder: Mr J. A. Knox and Mrs M. A. Knox

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 12. £40,000 yearling, Pinatubo colt. Half-brother to smart 6f/7f winner Twilight

Spinner and 6f winner Twist of Hay. Dam 5f/6f winner. No shortage of speed in his pedigree and interesting if there’s conﬁdence behind him in the betting on debut.

2 NAVY LIGHT (IRE) (-)

B c Supremacy (IRE) - Julia’s Magic (IRE)

Owner: Mr R. A. Fahey

Trainer: Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton

9 9 (4)

Jockey: Oisin Orr

Form:

Breeder: Ardrums House Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 9. €42,000 foal, 50,000 gns yearling, Supremacy colt. Half-brother to 6f winner Invincible Boy. Dam, 5f/6f winner (latter at 2 yrs), half-sister to useful 1m winner Lily’s Rainbow. One to note on racecourse bow.

3 THAI GINGER (IRE) (-)

Ch c No Nay Never (USA) - Quick Suzy (IRE)

Owner: Andy Finneran and Partners Three

Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton

RatingHHHHI Oﬃcial BHA Rating -

9 9 (3)

Jockey: M. P. Sheehy

Form:

Breeder: Lynch Bages

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 8. 100,000 gns yearling, No Nay Never colt. Dam 2-y-o 5f/6f winner Certainly bred to be precocious and he’s well worth a look. Star RatingHHHHH Oﬃcial BHA Rating -

4 BETTABEBOUGIE (GB) (10)

B f Ubettabelieveit (IRE) - Stylishly

Owner: Mr R. Kent

Trainer: Adrian Nicholls, Sessay

Sponsor: Adrian Nicholls Racing

9 4 (7)

Jockey: Jack Garritty

Form: 4

Breeder: Mickley Stud Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Ubettabelieveit ﬁlly who oﬀered little amidst inexperience when last of 4 on debut at Southwell 10 days ago.

5 BLUESTONE LADY (IRE) (10)

B f Phoenix of Spain (IRE) - Rosa Gialla (IRE)

Owner: Nick Bradley Racing 5 & E Burke

Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn

Sponsor: Tattersalls

9 4 (1)

Jockey: Shane Gray

Form: 0

Breeder: Melchior Bloodstock & Partners

TIMEFORM VIEW Phoenix of Spain ﬁlly who unseated her jockey twice in preliminaries and ultimately ﬁnished well held in a Beverley novice last week. Could leave that in her wake Star

6 PAGEANT GIRL (IRE) (10)

B f Acclamation - Country Carnival (IRE)

Owner: Nick Bradley Racing 18

Trainer: James Owen, Newmarket

9 4 (5)

Jockey: Luke Morris

Form: 0

Breeder: Rathbarry Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Speedily-bred ﬁlly who was already on the retreat when meeting trouble when seventh of 11 in a Beverley novice 10 days ago. Looks best watched for now.

7 THUNDA STRUCK (IRE) (-)

B f Bungle Inthejungle - Star In The Making

Owner: Lets Be Lucky Partnership

Trainer: David Loughnane, Tern Hill

Sponsor: Dave Loughnane Racing

9 4 (6)

Jockey: Hollie Doyle

Form:

Breeder: Rathasker Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 22. €16,000 yearling, Bungle Inthejungle ﬁlly. Dam 6f winner (including at 2 yrs) who stayed 7f Market can prove a useful guide on debut. Star RatingHHHII Oﬃcial

DECLARED

Stewards Note:

BETTABEBOUGIE: Following its run on 15/4/2026 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed. Betting Forecast:

5-2 Navy Light (IRE), 11-4 Thai Ginger (IRE), 13-2 Mind Those Steps (GB), Bluestone Lady (IRE), 8-1 Pageant Girl (IRE), 10-1 Thunda Struck (IRE), 40-1 Bettabebougie (GB)

Those with prior experience don’t set the bar at all high so this could be prime for a newcomer THAI GINGER and Navy Light look likely types on paper and are selected in that order of preference before market clues. Bluestone Lady is another to keep an eye on despite a low-key debut eﬀort.

BEST TURNED OUT HORSE

Emma Berry, Chairperson ofThe British EBF, will select the best turned out horse and present a trophy to connections of the winner of this race.

POSITION OF STALLS

Straight CourSe & 2 mileS - Stand Side round CourSe - inSide rail

1 mile 4 furlongS - Centre

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME

The Great British Bonus (GBB) incentivises and rewards with breeding, buying and racing of British-bred fillies by paying out bonuses of up to £100,000 per filly And now with GBBPlus to further incentivise staying fillies and chasing mares, there are more reasons than ever to breed, buy and race British. Majority funded by the HBLB.

ON COURSE RACEGOER SAFETY

Ripon Racecourse would like to ask all visitors to observe the following points for their own safety.

• Racegoers MUST cross the racecourse only at the specific manned crossing points, namely the Grandstand and Paddock upper crossing and Grandstand and Paddock lower crossing. These points are manned for your own safetyracegoers should make no attempt to cross the course until advised to do so by the racecourse staff. ANYONE IGNORING THIS REQUEST IS LIKELYTO BE EXCLUDED FROM THE PREMISES

• When watching the racing from the middle of the course, racegoers should avoid standing too close to the rails and under no circumstances should children be allowed to sit on the rail.

We would stress that the above points are there to help keep you, the jockeys and the horses from coming into immediate contactFOR YOUR OWN SAFETY

SECOND RACE 2.15

THE NAPOLEONS CASINO AND RESTAURANT LEEDS RESTRICTED MAIDEN FILLIES’ STAKES (CLASS 4) (for horses in Bands B, C and D) (GBB RACE)

for maiden three, four and ﬁve yrs old ﬁllies and mares

Total prize fund £10000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) SS

(FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 35)

1

RACEFORM

ROMANCE SPIRIT (IRE) (23)

B f Teoﬁlo (IRE) - Dahlia’s Spirit (IRE)

Owner: Scuderia Sagam Srls

Trainer: Marco Botti, Newmarket

Sponsor: Marco Botti Ltd

RACE DESCRIPTION

This contest just short of one mile and two furlongs is for fillies and mares aged three to five-years-old and is specifically for those 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

3 8 13 (2)

Jockey: Hollie Doyle

Form: 2

Breeder: Spruce Lane Farm

TIMEFORM VIEW Teofilo filly who produced a promising first effort amidst greenness when second of 5 in maiden at Southwell (1m) just over 3 weeks ago, learning through the race. Open to improvement, there’s every chance she will go one better switched to turf/upped in trip

2 TRIUMPH (IRE) (-)

Ch f Ghaiyyath (IRE) - Shemiyla (FR)

Owner: Gallop Racing

Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham

Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd

3 8 13 (5)

Jockey: Sean Dylan Bowen

Form:

Breeder: Fethard Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW 58,000 gns yearling, Ghaiyyath ﬁlly. Half-sister to several winners, including smart 11f-15f winner Sheraz, useful 2-y-o 7f winner Lakota Sioux and useful winner up to 1 3/4m Surrey Gold. Dam 1 1/4m/10.5f winner Ticks plenty of boxes on paper Star RatingHHHHI Oﬃcial BHA Rating -

3 EXQUISITE SKYE (GB) (143) (2lb)

B f A’Ali (IRE) - Terre du Vent (FR)

3 8 11 (6)

Jockey: Darragh Keenan

Owner: Dynasty Racing Form: 3330-

Trainer: Michael Keady, Newmarket

Breeder: Hillwood Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Standout eﬀort came when third in 13-runner maiden at Wolverhampton (8.6f) back in October. Makes return for a new yard and is probably one for low-grade handicaps later down the line.

4 MISS MALONE TO YOU (GB) (143) (2lb)

B f Ulysses (IRE) - Miss Brown To You (IRE)

3 8 11 (1)

Jockey: Luke Morris

Owner: The Gredley Family Form: 0-

Trainer: Michael Bell, Newmarket

Breeder: Stetchworth & Middle Park Studs Ltd Sponsor: Unex Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Ulysses ﬁlly who looked one for the longer term when eighth of 12 in maiden at Lingﬁeld (1m) on debut in December Heads up in trip for her return.

5 ALWAYS BLUE (GB) (-) (4lb)

Ch f Masar (IRE) - Tahneed (IRE)

Owner: James Rowsell and John Norbury

Trainer: Harriet Bethell, Arnold

Sponsor: Ashbrittle Stud

3 8 9 (4)

Jockey: Duran Fentiman

Form:

Breeder: Ashbrittle Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Masar ﬁlly Sister to winner abroad. Dam unraced half-sister to smart winner up to 17f The Euphrates out of useful 1 1/2m winner (stayed 1 3/4m) Auld Alliance. Star RatingHHIII Oﬃcial BHA Rating -

6 MUDITA (IRE) (53) (4lb)

B f Galileo Gold - Monaleen (IRE)

Owner: Farranamanagh

Trainer: Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton

3 8 9 (3)

Jockey: Billy Garritty

Form: 3

Breeder: Michael Morrissey

TIMEFORM VIEW Galileo Gold filly who offered something to work on having been held back by inexperience when third of 8 in maiden at Wolverhampton (7f) on debut last month. Bred for longer trips so fancied to take a step forward from that initial effort here. Star RatingHHHII Offi

ROMANCE SPIRIT seemed to be learning on the job when ﬁnishing runner-up on debut at Southwell earlier in the month so, with improvement on the cards heading up in trip, Marco Botti’s 3-y-o is diﬃcult to oppose. Triumph ticks plenty of boxes on paper so she can give the selection most to think about on debut.

BEST TURNED OUT HORSE

Dawne Otterburn and familywill select the best turned out horse and present a trophy to connections of the winner of this race.

HORSERACE BETTING LEVY BOARD

The Horserace Betting Levy Board (HBLB) has allocated £77.1m in prize money for 2026.

Since 2000 HBLB has invested £1.5bn in prize money to support the British horseracing industry

Dawne

Happy 80th Birthday!

Today at Ripon Races, Dawne (Granma Dawne) is celebrating her 80th birthday. A much-loved mum, granma and great-granma, she has 5 children, 7 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.

A lifelong horse rider and racing fan, Dawne has ridden all her life. After moving to Ryedale, she worked at Easterby Racing Stables before raising her family in Helmsley. She has also been secretary of the Sinnington Hunt and, with her late partner Wilf, enjoyed many days out hunting.

Dawne still works at neighbouring Thirsk Racecourse, selling programmes and driving the race doctor around the course. Ever kind, supportive and hardworking, she is truly loved by all.

Today she is joined by her daughters, granddaughter and friend Jill. Sadly, due to current flight disruptions, her daughter Annie can’t be here from Australia, but her family are delighted to make this a very special day for a wonderful lady who deserves a huge thank you.

Happy birthday Mum! We love you very much and appreciate everything you do

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THIRD RACE 3.00

5)

for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £12500

Owners Prize Money. Winner £5079; Second £2540; Third £1270; Fourth £635; Fifth £318; Sixth £159. (Penalty Value £6442.50) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 35)

No Horse

RACEFORM

MEDIAN TIME

3 mins 30.40 secs

RECORD TIME 3 mins 23.090 secs

1 NO MORE BOLERO (GB) (8)

Br g Protectionist (GER) - Ninfea (GER)

Owner: Simon Hunt and Bob Wilson

Trainer: James Owen, Newmarket

Sponsor: Winvic Construction Limited

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a two miles handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 51 to 70. 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 120+.

7 10 3 (2)

Jockey: Mason Paetel (5)

Form: 60200-1

Breeder: Dr Christoph Berglar

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended a long losing run in handicap hurdle at Ludlow in November and took advantage of a much-reduced mark returned to the Flat in 7-runner handicap at Bath (17f, good to soft) last week, clearing right away from a suspect stayer. 4lb higher here but can go in again with a talented claimer booked.

2 TARBAT NESS (GB) (22)

Gr g Reliable Man - Ethics Girl (IRE)

Owner: The 1997 Partnership

Trainer: John Berry, Newmarket

Sponsor: Collings Berry Media

7 10 0 (6)

Jockey: Gina Mangan

Form: 1-11446 D

Breeder: Lawrence Wadey & Emma Berry

TIMEFORM VIEW Signed oﬀ 2025 turf season on a winning note at Catterick and back-to-back winner of Newcastle handicaps at around 2m earlier this year Fared best of those held up when sixth of 14 at Lingﬁeld earlier in the month and not without each-way hope here.

3 DIAMAND DE VINDECY (FR) (201)

B g Diamond Green (FR) - Miss Chic’vindecy (FR)

7 9 11 (1)

Jockey: Luke Morris

Owner: EE Williams & JE Brooke Form: 362055- D

Trainer: Robert Bevis, Duckington

Sponsor: Wessex Vehicles Services

Breeder: Etienne Raquin & Martine Bonjour

TIMEFORM VIEW Pontefract scorer last spring but has seemingly had his enthusiasm dented by a spell chasing, never-nearer ﬁfth of 10 having made early mistakes in 10-runner handicap hurdle at Bangor (23f) 5 weeks ago. Needs this return to the level to spark a resurgence.

ﬃcial

4 ZIMMERMAN (GB) (196)

Ch g Poet’s Voice - Cresta Gold

Owner: The Zimmerman Syndicate

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

ting 67

7 9 10 (4)

Jockey: Duran Fentiman

Form: 505530- D

Breeder: P. T. Tellwright

TIMEFORM VIEW On a losing run stretching back to July 2024 and wasn’t exactly knocking on the door towards the back end of last season. However, he returns from a career-low mark and it’s worth noting he’s gone well fresh in the past.

5 TREASURE ISLANDS (GB) (18)

B g Kingman - Wuheida

Owner: Mr M. J. Macleod

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Baker Finch Interiors, Leods Contracts Limited

4 9 10 (5)

Jockey: David Allan

Form: 65-40

Breeder: Godolphin

TIMEFORM VIEW Son of Kingman who wasn’t shown to anything like best eﬀect on his handicap bow at Pontefract earlier in the month, never dangerous having missed the break. Is the choice of David Allan and he’s well worth another chance. Star RatingHHHHI Oﬃcial BHA Rating 68

6 RUPERT THE PRINCE (IRE) (198)

B g Golden Horn - Dragon Beat (IRE)

Owner: Riverdee & West Paces & Partners

Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgeﬁeld

Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds

Jockey: Oisin Orr

4 9 4 (3)

Form: 413121-

Breeder: Craig & Laura Buckingham

TIMEFORM VIEW Made good progress in handicaps towards the back end of last year, making it 3 wins in his last 5 starts over 17f at Bath (good) in October Beaten a long way out on yard/hurdling debut at Newcastle in January but can resume his progress returned to the level in a reapplied visor. Star RatingHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 62

7 STITCHING WHEEL (IRE) (17)

B f Teoﬁlo (IRE) - Thread of Silver

Owner: Black And Red Racing

Trainer: Chris Grant, Billingham

Sponsor: www.chrisgrantracing.com

4 9 1 (7)

Jockey: Alistair Rawlinson

Form: 06030-6

Breeder: Godolphin

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form in France for Andre Fabre but hasn’t shown much since coming to Britain, though he may strip fitter for Catterick return earlier in the month. Tongue tie applied and steps up to 2m on the Flat for the first time. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 59

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2025: ARTISAN DANCER (FR) 5 9 8 Callum Shepherd 9-2 (Charlie Johnston) 6 ran Tongue Strap worn ﬁrst time by No 7. Blinkers worn by No 2. Visor worn by No 1, 6. Tongue Strap worn by No 4. Betting Forecast: 5-4 No More Bolero (GB), 4-1 Rupert The Prince (IRE), 6-1 Tarbat Ness (GB), 12-1 Diamand de Vindecy (FR), Treasure Islands (GB), 16-1 Zimmerman (GB), 25-1 Stitching Wheel (IRE)

This looks to revolve around NO MORE BOLERO, who took advantage of a much-reduced mark when bolting up at Bath last week and a 4lb rise is unlikely to prove insurmountable. Heading up the dangers is Treasure Islands, who wasn’t shown to anything like best eﬀect on his recent handicap bow so is worth another chance. Rupert The Prince can edge out Tarbat Ness for third.

PREDICTION: 1.NO

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FOURTH RACE 3.35

THE M.C.H. HUTCHINSON MEMORIAL TROPHY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) (GBBPLUS RACE)

for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £30000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £12189; Second £6096; Third £3048; Fourth £1524; Fifth £762; Sixth £381. (Penalty Value £15462) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 35)

1 STRESSFREE (FR) (168)

Ch g Anodin (IRE) - Gwenseb (FR)

RACEFORM MEDIAN TIME 2 mins 39.30 secs RECORD TIME 2 mins 31.40 secs

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a one mile and four furlongs handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 81 to 100. 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 100 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 95.

Jockey: Mark Winn

Owner: Akela Thoroughbreds Limited Form: 504355- D

Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Sponsor: Akela Plant Hire Ltd

Breeder: Wertheimer & Frere

TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent handicapper who ran well in competitive company last autumn, most notably when 4 lengths fourth in the Ebor at York and when ﬁfth in November Handicap at Doncaster. Has gone well fresh in the past and stable in ﬁne fettle at present.

2 PRYDWEN (IRE) (22)

B g Camelot - Honey Hunter (IRE)

Owner: Blue Starr Racing & Keith Breen

Trainer: George Scott, Newmarket

Sponsor: JS Bloodstock Consultancy

101

8 9 7 (1)

Jockey: Darragh Keenan

Form: 200-602 D

Breeder: Honey Hunter Syndicate

TIMEFORM VIEW Sparked back to life with 3 1/2 lengths second of 12 to Berkshire Sundance in All-Weather Marathon at Newcastle 22 days ago. Competitively handicapped back on turf but drop back in trip a slight concern.

3 PRINCE OF THE SEAS (IRE) (209)

B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Sweet Firebird (IRE)

Owner: Mr M. J. Macleod

Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Sponsor: Baker Finch Interiors

4 9 3 (6)

Jockey: David Nolan

Form: 550310- D

Breeder: Diomed Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful sort who bagged a 1 1/2m Goodwood handicap in August but shaped as if amiss when last seen at Newcastle the following month. Starting out for new yard that looks to have stronger options on paper and the market is likely to prove the best guide as to expectations. Star RatingHHIII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 94

4 DANCINGWITHMYSELF (IRE) (21)

Gr m Phoenix of Spain (IRE) - Dreamaway (IRE)

5 8 13 (3)

Jockey: Luke Morris

Owner: Mr David Kilburn & Mr Christopher Wright Form: 50413-2 CD

Trainer: Michael Bell, Newmarket

Sponsor: MKM Building Supplies Ltd

Breeder: Irish National Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner in 2025 and ran a cracker on return from 5-month break when second of 13 in a handicap at Musselburgh (9/2) 21 days ago. A winner at this course twice previously, she’s often a hostage to fortune given her patient running style but seems sure to go well. Star RatingHHHHI Oﬃcial BHA Rating 90

5 ASHNAK (FR) (27)

B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Ashtara (USA)

Owner: Gallop Racing I

Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Sponsor: GAIN Equine Nutrition

Jockey: Oisin Orr

4 8 12 (5)

Form: 01/423-0

Breeder: Aga Khan Studs

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful form at his best at up to 1 1/2m in France for Francis-Henri Graffard. Shaped as if better for run when eighth in handicap at Doncaster last month on debut for current connections. Big player if stepping forward from that effort here. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 89

6 GIBSIDE (GB) (15)

B g Time Test - Ardbrae Tara (IRE)

Owner: Elsa Crankshaw & Partner

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

7 8 4 (2)

Jockey: Duran Fentiman

Form: 00615-5 CD

Breeder: Mickley Stud & Dermot Costelloe

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual C&D winner who scored twice last season, latterly at Catterick in October Shaped as if very much in need of the run after 5-month absence at Thirsk 2 weeks ago. Races from 1lb out of the handicap. Star RatingHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 80

DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2025: KNIGHTSWOOD (IRE) 6 9 0 Joe Fanning 11-4 (Charlie Johnston) 7 ran Tongue Strap worn by No 3. Stewards Note:

PRINCE OF THE SEAS: Following its run on 28/9/2025 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run. Betting Forecast:

3-1 Dancingwithmyself (IRE), 4-1 Ashnak (FR), 9-2

(FR), 5-1

(IRE), 6-1

(GB), 12-1 Prince of The Seas (IRE)

ASHNAK showed useful form in France, is bred to stay this trip and looks worth chancing to come out on top with his recent return under his belt. Dancingwithmyself is feared most, especially if getting the race run to suit.

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FIFTH RACE 4.10

THE RIPON SILVER SPRINT TROPHY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)

for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £30000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £12189; Second £6096; Third £3048; Fourth £1524; Fifth £762; Sixth £381. (PenaltyValue £15462) Weights raised 9lbs and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 35)

RACEFORM MEDIAN TIME 1 min 1.00 secs

secs

1 SEVEN QUESTIONS (IRE) (18)

B g Kodiac - Get Up And Dance

Owner: Mrs Fitri Hay

Trainer: Robert Cowell, Newmarket

Sponsor: JMH Group

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a five furlongs handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 86 to 105. 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 – in this case 5lb for four to six-year-olds and 4lb for seven-year-olds and upwards.

Jockey: Hollie Doyle

Form: 60000-3 C D

Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t cut much ice last year but has dropped down the weights as a result. Fitness seemed to tell late on when third of 13 in a handicap at Pontefract 18 days ago on return from 7 months oﬀ and he should be much sharper now.

2 DYONISOS (FR) (11)

B g Goken (FR) - Denitza (FR)

Owner: Mrs Fitri Hay

Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch

Sponsor: JMH Group

4 9 3 (2)

Jockey: Luke Morris

Form: 006-032 D

Breeder: Mr Herve Viallon

TIMEFORM VIEW Recorded 3 wins around 6f in France last year and looks to be ﬁnding his feet for current yard. Built on his third at Meydan in February when second of 8 in a handicap at Newmarket 11 days ago and may do better still if settling better here. Star RatingHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 85

3 TIVA (IRE) (196)

Ch f Mehmas (IRE) - Sarasota Bay

Owner: Akela Thoroughbreds Limited

Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Sponsor: Akela Plant Hire Ltd

4 9 2 (7)

Jockey: Mark Winn

Form: 201100- CD

Breeder: G. H. S. Bloodstock & J. C. Bloodstock

TIMEFORM VIEW Won back-to-back handicaps last August including over C&D, but out of depth in Listed races on ﬁnal 2 outings. Makes seasonal return in more realistic company and with her stable amongst the winners so looks one to strongly consider Star

4 CASTAN (GB) (18)

Ch g Charming Thought - Astley Park

6 8 12 (5)

Jockey: Sean Dylan Bowen

Owner: Ceﬀyl Racing Form: 53-2201 D

Trainer: Bryan Smart, Hambleton

Breeder: Houghton Bloodstock UK Ltd Sponsor: Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Bounced back to win a 5f handicap at Southwell on all-weather 8 days ago. Faced with 6lb higher mark here but is equally capable on turf and holds place claims.

5 DREAM COMPOSER (FR) (187)

B g Dream Ahead (USA) - High Spice (USA)

Owner: Peter Clarke Racing Partners

Trainer: Tony Carroll, Cropthorne

8 8 10 (1)

Jockey: Myla Coppins (7)

Form: 600000- D

Breeder: Khalifa Dasmal

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful sprinter at best but well below form for James Evans last year Has slipped to a handy mark as a result, though, and his new yard do well with similar types so he isn’t without hope on seasonal bow, given he’s gone well fresh in the past.

6 COPPER KNIGHT (IRE) (197)

B g Sir Prancealot (IRE) - Mystic Dream

Owner: Ventura Racing (Copper) & Partner

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

12 8 10 (8)

Jockey: David Allan

Form: 004210- D

Breeder: Wardstown Stud Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Second over C&D in September before recording third win of the season at Redcar in October Excuses when down field when last seen (poorly drawn) but this veteran may strip fitter for this first start for 6 months.

7 EQUITY LAW (GB) (13)

B g Equiano (FR) - Fair Cop

Owner: The Oyster Catchers & Partner

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

5 8 8 (6)

Jockey: Duran Fentiman

Form: 14100-6 D

Breeder: Littleton Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Catterick in September and shaped well when sixth of 17 in a handicap at Musselburgh on return from 6 months oﬀ 13 days ago, travelling smoothly before lack of a recent outing told. Should strip ﬁtter for the outing but this is a step up in grade.

8 VINCE L’AMOUR (IRE) (13)

B g Invincible Army (IRE) - Red Romance

Owner: Reality Partnerships X

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

5 8 6 (4)

Jockey: Amie Waugh (3)

Form: 0106-02 C D

Breeder: Mark Hanly & Stephanie Hanly

TIMEFORM VIEW Stepped up markedly on reappearance effort when finishing 2nd of 17 at Musselburgh 13 days ago. Consistency isn’t his strong point, though, and this looks tougher Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 74

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

2025: VENTURE CAPITAL 4 8 11 Shane Gray 5-2 (Kevin Ryan) 7 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 4, 7. Betting Forecast:

4-1 Tiva (IRE), 11-2 Seven Questions (IRE), Dyonisos (FR), 13-2 Dream Composer (FR), Equity Law (GB), 8-1 Castan (GB), 10-1 Vince L’Amour (IRE), 16-1 Copper Knight (IRE)

TIVA scored in back-to-back handicaps last August including over C&D and returns with her stable in good form so looks the one to beat. Seven Questions has dropped down the weights and should be sharper following his encouraging third at Pontefract 18 days ago and Dyonisos should have a say, too.

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SIXTH RACE 4.45

THE SUE’S 60TH BIRTHDAY OCCASION HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £12500

Owners Prize Money. Winner £5079; Second £2540; Third £1270; Fourth £635; Fifth £318; Sixth £159. (Penalty Value £6442.50) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 35)

1 HIGHLAND OLLY (GB) (7)

B g Cable Bay (IRE) - Roxy Star (IRE)

Owner: Evan M Sutherland & G Tuer

Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton

RACEFORM

TIME 1 min 42.50 secs

TIME 1 min 36.62 secs

RACE DESCRIPTION

Our penultimate race is a one mile handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 61 to 80. 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.

5 9 12 (8)

Jockey: Alistair Rawlinson

Form: 1650-51 D

Breeder: Mrs D. J. James

TIMEFORM VIEW Proved better than ever when winning 9-runner event at Nottingham last time by length from Pulsar Star, digging deep to assert ﬁnal 100 yds. 3lb rise looks fair but consistency has never been his strong suit.

2 KEATS HOUSE (IRE) (192)

B g Earthlight (IRE) - Maria Christina (IRE)

Owner: Middleham Park & Rond Point Partnership

Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriﬀ Hutton

Sponsor: Middleham Park Racing

4 9 7 (5)

Jockey: Billy Garritty

Form: 234142- D

Breeder: South House Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Beverley and Musselburgh in 2025 before finishing second at Nottingham on final start that year The third that day won next time, so clearly of interest off just 1lb higher, but took a couple of runs to get up to speed last season. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 68

3 ROSEMARY MAY (IRE) (304)

B f Awtaad (IRE) - Rawaaq

4 9 7 (3)

Jockey: Duran Fentiman

Owner: Reality Partnerships XVIII Form: 041000- D

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

Breeder: Grenane House Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Won a maiden over this trip at Ayr last April but offered very little in handicaps next 3 starts. Difficult to make a case for on return. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 68

4 AMIDST THE CHAOS (IRE) (15)

Ch g Ghaiyyath (IRE) - School Run (IRE)

Owner: Have A Drink Partnership

Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton

Sponsor: Alexanders York

4 9 7 (4)

Jockey: Ethan Tindall (5)

Form: 41150-0 D

Breeder: Ballyreddin Stud & Dcl

TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved when back-to-back winner in handicaps last summer Excuses since, including on return (raced too freely). Good value claimer booked but will need to settle better if he’s to be involved at the ﬁnish. Star RatingHHHII

5 CURRUMBIN (IRE) (14)

B g Footstepsinthesand - Melanippe (IRE)

Owner: Apollo Horses I

Trainer: Michael Keady, Newmarket

5 9 6 (11)

Jockey: Darragh Keenan

Form: 60663-0

Breeder: Rathregan Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW All Flat wins on all-weather but landed a maiden hurdle on the grass last summer Probably needed run when twelfth of 13 on return but looks sure to ﬁnd this test inadequate.

6 HOSTILITY (IRE) (17)

B g No Nay Never (USA) - Gallitea (IRE)

Owner: The Horse Watchers 7

Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Sponsor: Timeform

4 9 5 (6)

Jockey: Mason Paetel (5)

Form: 22444-4

Breeder: Ballylinch Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to win but placed numerous occasions in maidens/novices. Mark looks a fair one but was lit up by ﬁrst-time visor when fourth on return. That headgear is retained and enough stamina in dam’s side of pedigree to suggest he’ll stay now stepped up to 1m. Place claims. Star

7 RAVISHING BEAUTY (GB) (193)

B m Camelot - Shaden (IRE)

Owner: Kielder Newport West Ltd

Trainer: Jedd O’Keeﬀe, Leyburn

Sponsor: Jedd O’Keeﬀe Racing Ltd

5 9 5 (9)

Jockey: Jack Garritty

Form: 112203- D

Breeder: Blue Diamond Stud Farm (UK) Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Won handicaps at Pontefract and Nottingham last summer but form tailed oﬀ in the autumn and the likelihood is that he’ll be better for this return a

8 POET’S DAWN (GB) (18)

Ch g Poet’s Voice - Dudley Queen (IRE)

Owner: Mr Timothy O’Gram & Partner

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

11 9 3 (2)

Jockey: David Allan

Form: 44030-4 C D

Breeder: Mrs J. K. Powell & Catridge Farm Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW 11-y-o who added 2 more wins last year and made a satisfactory return to action when 5 lengths fourth of 9 to Zowal at Pontefract earlier this month. Back down to last winning mark.

9 UP THE JAZZ (IRE) (28)

B g Buratino (IRE) - Gwyllion (USA)

Owner: The Musley Bank Partnership & Partner

Trainer: Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton

Sponsor: Tote

5 9 2 (7)

Jockey: Oisin Orr

Form: 060-030 C

Breeder: Lynn Lodge Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Edged down the weights during a winless 2025 campaign (won at this course in 2024) and stepped up on low-key reappearance when third in a Wolverhampton handicap (8.6f) in March. Best not judged on run last time, racing closer to the pace than ideal and meeting trouble. Worth another chance. Star

10 KISS ME MY LOVE (IRE) (20)

B f Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Love Street (USA)

Owner: Mr R. G. Fell

Trainer: Roger Fell, Nawton

Sponsor: OR8 Wellness

4 9 1 (1)

Jockey: Luke Morris

Form: 0615-04 D

Breeder: Irish National Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Won handicap at Beverley in September and looks to be working her way back to form this year, stepping up on reappearance when 3 3/4 lengths fourth of 6 to City Queen at Southwell last time. This will likely require a career best, however.

11 THE SWEET ESCAPE (GB) (17)

B g Zoustar (AUS) - Stepping Out (IRE)

Owner: David Lowe

Trainer: David Loughnane, Tern Hill

Sponsor: Dave Loughnane Racing

4 9 1 (10)

Jockey: Hollie Doyle

Form: 366-061 D

Breeder: The Lowe Family

TIMEFORM VIEW Capitalised on a falling mark when opening his account in a 15-runner handicap at Nottingham 17 days ago. Did not have much to spare there, but a 3lb rise is not excessive and his prominent style should be well suited by this track.

DECLARED RUNNERS 11

RatingHHHHI Oﬃcial BHA Rating 62

2025: GARDEN OASIS 10 9 5 David Allan 6-1 (Tim Easterby) 11 ran

Hood worn by No 5. Visor worn by No 6. Tongue Strap worn by No 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 7, 8. Betting Forecast:

9-2 The Sweet Escape (GB), 5-1 Up The Jazz (IRE), 7-1 Highland Olly (GB), 15-2 Hostility (IRE), 9-1 Ravishing Beauty (GB), 12-1 Keats House (IRE), Amidst The Chaos (IRE), Kiss Me My Love (IRE), 16-1 Poet’s Dawn (GB), 40-1 Currumbin (IRE), 50-1 Rosemary May (IRE)

UP THE JAZZ has not won for some time but did not look far from ending that wait when third at Wolverhampton in March and, with his latest run easily excused, is narrowly preferred to last-time-out winner The Sweet Escape and the consistent Hostility

PREDICTION: 1.UP THE JAZZ (IRE) 2.THE SWEET ESCAPE 3.HOSTILITY (IRE)

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SEVENTH RACE 5.20

THE WATCH SKY SPORTS RACING IN HD HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

for three yrs old

Total prize fund £10000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) SS

(FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 35) No Horse

RACEFORM MEDIAN TIME 1 min 13.50 secs

RECORD TIME 1 min 09.04 secs

1 SIOUXPERSONIC (IRE) (210)

B f Sioux Nation (USA) - Gold Lace (IRE)

RACE DESCRIPTION

Our ﬁnale this afternoon is a six furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds only which have been rated from 56 to 75. Like all handicaps on today’s card this means that should a horse rated 75 take part they would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 70.

Jockey: Ryan Sexton

Owner: Nick Bradley Racing 26 & Julie Camacho Form: 00201-

Trainer: Julie Camacho, Malton

Sponsor: David Roberts & Partners Insurance Brokers Ltd, Tattersalls

(8)

Breeder: Bronsan Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark for Edward Bethell at the fifth attempt when winning a maiden at Southwell in September over 5f, beating a subsequent winner. Off since and having first run for new trainer but the return to 6f will suit and she’s open to further improvement.

2 KOFFEE AND KALE (GB) (200)

B g Ardad (IRE) - Mara Grey (IRE)

Owner: Kms Orange Limited

Trainer: Michael Bell, Newmarket

Sponsor: Michael Bell Racing

9 8 (2)

Jockey: Luke Morris

Form: 503331-

Breeder: Throckmorton Court Stud Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Got oﬀ the mark in a 7-runner novice at Leicester over 5f in October, showing a likeable attitude to battle back. Returns from 200 days oﬀ and back up to 6f for in-form yard

3 ECCLEFECHAN (GB) (38)

B g Bated Breath - Bahia Star

Owner: Mr Gerry McGladery

Trainer: John Ryan, Newmarket

9 8 (4)

Jockey: Darragh Keenan

Form: 20442-5

Breeder: BB Bloodstock

TIMEFORM VIEW Good second of 4 at Lingﬁeld on all-weather debut in November but wasn’t in the same form when ﬁfth of 8 at Kempton in March. Reverts to 6f with a little to prove up against less-exposed sorts.

4 VENCEDORA (IRE) (10)

B f Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Sharja Queen

Owner: Exors of the Late Sheikh Mohammed Obaid

Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn

Jockey: Shane Gray

Form: 31-5 D

9 7 (1)

Breeder: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark in a weak race at Newcastle in September but only fifth of 7 in a handicap at Southwell over 7f 10 days ago after 7 months off and needs to step up markedly on that run. Reverts to 6f Star Rati

5 ARISHKA’S DREAM (GB) (51)

B c Dream Ahead (USA) - Arishka (IRE)

Owner: Diskovery XIII

Trainer: Daniel & Claire Kubler, Lambourn

Sponsor: Tote

9 6 (6)

Jockey: Oisin Orr

Form: 24-3122 D BF

Breeder: Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark in an all-weather maiden in February, then narrowly beaten in back-to-back handicaps, finishing second of 11 at Newcastle in March. Significant player if proving as effective on turf. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 72

6 BLUE NGURU (GB) (129)

B f Blue Point (IRE) - Tutu Nguru (USA)

Owner: Sheikh Juma Dalmook Al Maktoum

Trainer: Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn

9 5 (3)

Jockey: Hollie Doyle

Form: 32241-

Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t need to improve when won novice at Lingﬁeld over 5f in December Last of 4 in a nursery prior to that start, though, and now returns to handicap company with progress required back up to 6f Star RatingHHHII Oﬃ

7 LIVERPOOL STAR (IRE) (17)

B g Acclamation - Chasing The Rain

Owner: Tim Cottier Racing

Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriﬀ Hutton

Sponsor: Stittenham Farms

8 13 (7)

Jockey: Billy Garritty

Form: 024-343

Breeder: Castlefarm Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to win but shaped well when third of 10 in a 5f handicap at Catterick 17 days ago, getting bumped at start and caught further back than ideal. Return to 6f will suit and he’s a player despite slight rise in grade. Star RatingHHHII Oﬃcial

8 SOLAR COOPER (GB) (10)

B g Harry Angel (IRE) - Tunkwa (FR)

Owner: Farming Renewable Energy Limited

Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriﬀ Hutton

Sponsor: Farming Renewable Energy Ltd

8 7 (9)

Jockey: Mark Winn

Form: 3066-0

Breeder: The Cantillon Syndicate

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who didn’t show much when eighth of 10 in a handicap at Beverley 10 days ago on ﬁ

outing since leaving Brian Ellison. Back down in trip but hard to fancy

9 CONTORNO (GB) (17)

B c Ardad (IRE) - Talabaat

Owner: T T Racing

Trainer: Tom Tate, Tadcaster

Sponsor: Tom Tate Racing

8 7 (10)

Jockey: Sean Dylan Bowen

Form: 60-1415

Breeder: Thurso Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice at Newcastle on all-weather this year and probably not seen to best eﬀect when ﬁfth of 10 back on turf at Catterick Bridge 17 days ago, racing wide from his high draw Back up in trip to 6f and he’s eligible for lesser races but still holds place claims.

10 HARES BREDTH (GB) (201)

B g Bated Breath - Lava Light

Owner: Mr R C Shedden & Partner

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

8 4 (5)

Jockey: Duran Fentiman

Form: 0005-

Breeder: Brightwalton Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly raced with modest form and didn’t improve on nursery debut when last seen. Major progress required on return from 201 days oﬀ

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

2025: ZIGGY’S ARIEL (IRE) 3 9 9 Kieran O’Neill 4-1 (Alice Haynes) 8 ran

Tongue Strap worn by No 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 6. Running for the ﬁrst time since Gelding No 2. Stewards Note: LIVERPOOL STAR: Following its run on 8/4/2026 it was reported that the horse suﬀered interference.SOLAR COOPER: Following its run on 15/4/2026 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed on the bend.

Betting Forecast: 7-2 Siouxpersonic (IRE), 9-2 Arishka’s Dream (GB), 13-2 Liverpool Star (IRE), 17-2 Contorno (GB), 10-1 Blue Nguru (GB), 11-1 Ecclefechan (GB), 12-1 Vencedora (IRE), 14-1 Koﬀee And Kale (GB), 20-1 Solar Cooper (GB), 28-1 Hares Bredth (GB)

SIOUXPERSONIC won a Southwell maiden last September and, after 7 months oﬀ, can make a winning return for her new yard over 6f Arishka’s Dream has been consistent in defeat, beaten a neck at Newcastle last time, and makes his turf debut, while Liverpool Star was unlucky at Catterick 17 days ago and shaped as if needing this step up in trip.

BEST TURNED OUT HORSE

A representative of Ripon Racecourse will select the best turned out horse and present a trophy to connections of the winner of this race

NO SMOKING

Ripon Racecourse is a No Smoking area.

Smoking is now prohibited in any enclosed area, bar or restaurant. Ashtrays have been provided in outside spaces around the venue and we ask that you make use of them to keep Ripon Racecourse a clean and tidy area.

RACE CONDITIONS

FIRST RACE 1.40 - THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5757 to the winning horse The second to receive £2701, the third £1349, the fourth £675 and the ﬁfth £336. for novice two yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible. Enter by noon, April 20th and pay £55 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 23rd. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 9lb; ﬁllies 9st 4lb Penalties, for each Restricted Novice or Maiden race won 4lb For each other race won 7lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties). THE TRUSTEES OF THE BRITISH E.B.F. have kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race THE RIPON RACECOURSE EXECUTIVE will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will award a cash prize to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 11 entries at £55. - Closed April 20th, 2026.

SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.

SECOND RACE 2.15 - THE NAPOLEONS CASINO AND RESTAURANT LEEDS RESTRICTED MAIDEN FILLIES’ STAKES (CLASS 4) (for horses in Bands B, C and D) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5234 to the winning horse The second to receive £2456, the third £1227, the fourth £614 and the fifth £306. for maiden three, four and five yrs old fillies and mares only, which are in Bands B, C and D. Enter by noon, April 20th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 23rd. Weights: 3-y-o 8st 13lb; 4-y-o and 5-y-o 10st 2lb

Allowances: Band C from Band B 2lb Band D from Band C 2lb (Allowances are cumulative). NAPOLEONS CASINO AND RESTAURANT LEEDS have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, a cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 10 entries at £50. - Closed April 20th, 2026.

SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.

THIRD RACE 3.00 - THE VISIT attheraces.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6442 to the winning horse The second to receive £3021, the third £1511, the fourth £755, the ﬁfth £377 and the sixth £188. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 51-70 (also open to such horses rated 50 and below) £62 stake if the horse is rated 51 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 50 or lower with £50 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 23rd. Lowest weight: 5-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 4-y-o 8st 7lb Highest weight: 5-y-o and up 10st; 4-y-o 9st 12lb Penalties, after April 18th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. THE RIPON RACECOURSE EXECUTIVE will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will award a cash prize to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 12 entries, at £62. - Closed April 20th, 2026.

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.

FOURTH RACE 3.35 - THE M.C.H. HUTCHINSON MEMORIAL TROPHY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) (GBBPLUS RACE) 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 81-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102; such horses rated 80 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £150 stake if the horse is rated 81 or higher, or £30 stake if the horse is rated 80 or lower with £120 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 23rd. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 18th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. A Challenge trophy, presented by the HUTCHINSON FAMILY, will be presented to the winning owner, to be held until April 1st, 2027, when it is to be returned to the Ripon Executive The RIPON RACECOURSE EXECUTIVE will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, they will award a cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 11 entries, at £150. - Closed April 20th, 2026.

SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.

FIFTH RACE 4.10 - THE RIPON SILVER SPRINTTROPHYHANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) 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 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). £150 stake if the horse is rated 86 or higher, or £30 stake if the horse is rated 85 or lower with £120 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 23rd. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 18th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. The RIPON RACECOURSE EXECUTIVE will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will award a cash prize to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 14 entries, 2 at £30 and 12 at £150. - Closed April 20th, 2026. SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.

SIXTH RACE 4.45 - THE SUE’S 60TH BIRTHDAY OCCASION HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6442 to the winning horse The second to receive £3021, the third £1511, the fourth £755, the ﬁfth £377 and the sixth £188. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 51-70 (also open to such horses rated 50 and below) £62 stake if the horse is rated 51 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 50 or lower with £50 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 23rd. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 18th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. THE DAVIES FAMILY have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, they will award a cash prize to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 19 entries, at £62. - Closed April 20th, 2026.

SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.

SEVENTH RACE 5.20 - THE WATCH SKY SPORTS RACING IN HD HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5234 to the winning horse The second to receive £2456, the third £1227, the fourth £614 and the ﬁfth £306. for three yrs old only, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 55 and below) £50 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 23rd. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 18th, 2026, for each race won 6lb. THE RIPON RACECOURSE EXECUTIVE will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will award a cash prize to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 16 entries, at £50. - Closed April 20th, 2026.

SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE.