GoodeveningandawarmwelcometoYorkshire’sGardenRacecourse for what promises to be a great evening of racing!
We are pleased to be hosting the Racing to Cut Your Energy Costs event this evening, in association with Ripon Together, Ripon Bid and Energy Oasis. Businesses across Ripon and beyond are coming together to discover how they can cut costs on their way to Net Zero. Energy Oasis also have our third race this evening, The Energy Oasis Your Net Zero Partner Handicap – Mr Jetman is back again following his win on 18th May – can he make it two wins from two outings at Ripon this season?
We are next in action later this month with a double header. We have evening racing on Wednesday 18th June followed by Ladies Day on Thursday 19th June. We have some fantastic prizes from Grantley Hall, Jenny Roberts Millinery and The Ripon Inn for our Best Dressed Lady, Best Hat and Best Dressed Gentleman winners respectively.
Looking further ahead to July, we have evening racing on Monday 7th followed by our Go Racing in Yorkshire Summer Festival meeting on Saturday 19th. Club Enclosure tickets are, as ever, selling fast for that one, so be sure to book early.
Wishing you a thoroughly enjoyable evening of racing and we hope to see you again soon,
Very best wishes,
JAMES HUTCHINSON Managing Director
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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.
TOP COURSE TRAINERS
LEADING TRAINERS AT RIPON (2020-2025) WITH RUNNERS:
T EASTERBY (79 wins from 616 runners, 13%) runs POET’S DAWN and ALFIE BOY (7.22), CASH IN and FLAG OF LOVE (7.52), RUNNING COOL (8.22), FLAMBOROUGH HEAD (8.52).
R FAHEY (31 wins from 208 runners, 15%) runs GREAT PROFIT (6.15), SHAMARDAL STAR (7.22), EPICURIAN LAD (8.52).
P MIDGLEY (20 wins from 123 runners, 16%) runs EMPEROR CARADOC (7.52), HERAKLES and ROCK OF ENGLAND (8.22).
W HAGGAS (19 wins from 60 runners, 32%) runs ORIONIS (6.50).
K R BURKE (18 wins from 112 runners, 16%) runs SWEET PRINCESS (6.50).
TRAINERS IN FORM
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
T EASTERBY (8 wins from 73 runners, 11%) runners listed above.
W HAGGAS (7 wins from 52 runners, 13%) runners listed above
C JOHNSTON (6 wins from 49 runners, 12%) runs BETA READER (8.52).
R CARR (5 wins from 27 runners, 19%) runs JOJO RABBIT (8.22).
G SCOTT (5 wins from 28 runners, 18%) runs MAJOR NEIGH SAYER (6.15).
WEIGHTWATCHER
TOP COURSE JOCKEYS
LEADING JOCKEYS AT RIPON (2020-2025) WITH RIDES:
DAVID ALLAN (56 wins from 323 rides, 17%) rides
POET’S DAWN (7.22), CASH IN (7.52), RUNNING COOL (8.22), FLAMBOROUGH HEAD (8.52).
DANIEL TUDHOPE (22 wins from 99 rides, 22%) rides
DICKO THE LEGEND (7.52).
PAUL MULRENNAN (20 wins from 108 rides, 19%) rides
CODE PURPLE (7.22), WRESTLING REVENUE (8.22).
DAVID NOLAN (19 wins from 120 rides, 16%) rides
KEADY TOWN (7.22), EMPEROR CARADOC (7.52), ROCK OF ENGLAND (8.22).
CALLUM RODRIGUEZ (18 wins from 79 rides, 23%) rides MART (7.52).
JOCKEYS IN FORM MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
DANIEL TUDHOPE (10 wins from 47 rides, 21%) rides listed above
JOANNA MASON (6 wins from 28 rides, 21%) rides
CATTON LADY (7.22).
JASON HART (6 wins from 43 rides, 14%) rides
ENJOY THE NIGHT (6.15), OVERLOOKED (7.22), SACRED FALLS (7.52), PRECIOUS SPARTAN (8.52).
DAVID ALLAN (6 wins from 44 rides, 14%) rides listed above.
LUKE MORRIS (6 wins from 54 rides, 11%) rides FORTIFICATION (6.15)
The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 7.52
Animate (won off 74 down 4lb to 70); Mart (won off 75 down 5lb to 70); 7.22 Poet’s Dawn (won off 67 down 4lb to 63); 8.22 Jojo Rabbit (won off 70 down 8lb to 62); Herakles (won off 66 down 9lb to 57); Rock Of England (won off 82 down 15lb to 67); Caesars Pearl (won off 70 down 18lb to 52); Running Cool (won off 80 down 22lb to 58).
CLASSYTIPS
The following horses are running today in a race at least two grades lower than their previous race: 6.15 MONTY MAGOO (down 3 grades); 6.50 ORIONIS (down 3 grades).
FANCYTHAT
R FAHEY won the 6.15 race in 2022 and 2024. The stable is represented by Great Profit in the race today. P MIDGLEY won the 8.22 race in 2021, 2022 and 2024. The stable is represented by Herakles and Rock Of England in the race today.
LONGEST TRAVELLERS
FORTIFICATION (6.15) trained by A Watson, TIMELESS SPIRIT (8.52) trained by P Attwater, both Upper Lambourn, distance of 211 miles. PRAYING FOR TIME (6.50) trained by Alice Haynes, MART (7.52) trained by D Cunha, ASTRONOMICA (7.22) trained by Dr J Scargill, MAJOR NEIGH SAYER (6.15) trained by G Scott, RITAAN (6.50) trained by Harry Eustace, ZOIROS (6.15) trained by Raphael Freire, ORIONIS (6 50) trained by W Haggas, all Newmarket, distance of 172 miles
TODAY’S TIPS
RACE
1
Although Believeinmenowwas disappointingwhen finishing ninth at Doncaster18 days ago, it is too earlyto bewriting him offgiven his debut second atThirsk. However, STAR MATERIAL found only subsequent Hilary Needler winner Argentine Tango too strong at Pontefract and a similar performance may see the son of Starman open his account. Fortification is feared most after recently posting a third-placed debut at Bath.
WIN: STAR MATERIAL DANGER: FORTIFICATION
RACE 2
ORIONIS did little wrong when finishing second in a class 2 maiden over an extended 1m4f at Chester last month. A drop back in distance is unlikely to bother the daughter of Sea The Stars and a breakthrough victory could be on the cards. Sweet Princess, a half-sister to the Listed-placed Arabic Legend, is a potential fly in the ointment on her opening bid and market support would be interesting. Ritaan may fare best of the remainder
WIN: ORIONIS
RACE 3
DANGER:
Having justified favouritism over C&D last month, Mr Jetman warrants respect in his follow-upbid.However,a5lbhighermarkandriseinclasscouldprovethefive-year-old’s undoing and preference is forCODE PURPLE. Ben Haslam has his string in good orderat present and his Ribchestergelding makes plentyofappeal on the back ofa good second at Musselburgh. Poet’s Dawn and Jez Bomb are also of interest.
WIN: CODE PURPLE
RACE 4
MR JETMAN
EMPEROR CARADOC made virtually every yard to score by a length at Nottingham last time and is just 4lb higher The six-year-old remains feasibly treated off his current mark and can complete a double. Harry’s Halo hasn’t finished outside of the top three in any of his last seven starts and he has to be considered on his return to the fray Lord Abama, second behind the selection last time, is another to note.
RACE 5
WRESTLING REVENUE showed a lot more when making the frame at Pontefract in April and he has been dropped 1lb. With the booking of Paul Mulrennan catching the eye, the son of Mehmas could regain the winning thread. Rock Of England finished fourth at Carlisle last time and competes off a career-low rating, so he is one to watch out for. Herakles isn’t ruled out either
RACE 6
PRECIOUS SPARTAN made a mockery of his 16/1 odds when scoring readily on debut for his new yard over C&D last week and now has a 6lb penalty to carry Provided the three-year-old remains in similar form, he will prove tough to beat. Epicurian Lad was never dangerous when only sixth at Nottingham, but is 2lb lower and sports a first-time visor Flamborough Head completes the shortlist.
WIN: PRECIOUS SPARTAN DANGER: EPICURIAN LAD
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)
HIIII Can be given little or no chance. 1 Owner’s Colours (illustration)
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.
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.
FIRST RACE 6.15
THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE)
for novice two yrs old
Total prize fund £9000
Owners Prize Money. Winner £3716; Second £1859; Third £929; Fourth £464; Fifth £232. (PenaltyValue £4710.60) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS (FOR CONDITIONS OFTHIS RACE SEE PAGE 31)
1
RACEFORM
BELIEVEINMENOW (IRE) (18)
B c Ubettabelieveit (IRE) - Weisse Socken (IRE)
Owner: Mr John R. Saville
Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton
Sponsor: Alexanders York
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: Faye McManoman
Form: 20
Breeder: Olly Batchelor Bloodstock Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden. 11/4, ninth of 13 in maiden at Doncaster (5f, firm) 18 days ago. Needs to bounce back.
2 ENJOY THE NIGHT (IRE) (-)
B c Ardad (IRE) - Goodnight And Joy (IRE)
Owner: Eco- Power Racing 1
Trainer: John & Sean Quinn, Malton
Sponsor: JJ Quinn Racing Ltd
9 7 (6)
Jockey: Jason Hart
Form:
Breeder: Paul McCartan
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 26. 125,000 gns yearling, Ardad colt. Half-brother to several winners, including smart 5f/5.7f winner White Lavender and 5f winner Blinky
3 FORTIFICATION (GB) (12)
Ch c Mehmas (IRE) - Shumookhi (IRE)
Owner: Wathnan Racing
Trainer: Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn
Sponsor: Damsa Holding Company W.L.L
Jockey: Luke Morris
Form: 3 BF
9 7 (8)
Breeder: Saeed Al Qassimi
TIMEFORM VIEW Once-raced maiden. Third of 6 in novice at Bath (5f, good to firm, 4/9) on debut 12 days ago. Can do better Well in the mix
4 GREAT PROFIT (IRE) (-)
B c Profitable (IRE) - Piccola Sissi (IRE)
Owner: Sheikh Rashid Dalmook Al Maktoum
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
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9 7 (2)
Jockey: Oisin Orr
Form:
Breeder: Oghill House Stud & Joseph M. Burke
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 26. €16,000 yearling, £360,000 2-y-o, Profitable colt. Half-brother to 2-y-o 7.4f/1m winner World Title and 7f/1m winner Big Dream. Interesting newcomer. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating -
5 MAJOR NEIGH SAYER (IRE) (-)
B c No Nay Never (USA) - Queen Iseult
Owner: Victorious Racing
Trainer: George Scott, Newmarket
Sponsor: George Scott Racing, JS Bloodstock Consultancy
9 7 (5)
Jockey: Callum Shepherd
Form:
Breeder: Castlehyde,Pref Equine & Lindy Farms
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled January 23. £350,000 yearling, No Nay Never colt. Dam, placed at 1 1/4m-1 1/2m (stayed 1 3/4m), half-sister to very smart 2-y-o 6f/7f winner Dabirsim, won Prix Morny/Prix Jean-Luc Lagardere. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -
6 MONTY MAGOO (IRE) (67)
B g Kessaar (IRE) - Charlize Angel (IRE)
Owner: Thomas Kirby & Partner
Trainer: Roger Fell, Nawton
Sponsor: OR8 Wellness
9 7 (7)
Jockey: Mark Winn
Form: 0
Breeder: Rossenarra Bloodstock Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Once-raced maiden. 11/1, fifteenth of 17 in novice at Doncaster (5f, good) on debut 67 days ago.
7 STAR MATERIAL (IRE) (35)
B c Starman - Marriage Material (IRE)
Owner: Mr S. Ryan
Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton
Sponsor: Santry Ltd
9 7 (4)
Jockey: Connor Beasley
Form: 62 BF
Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden. Evens, good second of 7 in maiden at Pontefract (5f, good) 35 days ago. A player once more. Star Rating
8 ZOIROS (IRE) (-)
B c Sioux Nation (USA) - Fifer (IRE)
Owner: Amo Racing Limited
Trainer: Raphael Freire, Newmarket
Sponsor: Sports Invest UK Ltd
9 7 (1)
Jockey: Rowan Scott
Form:
Breeder: Minch Bloodstock
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 24. €44,000 yearling, Sioux Nation colt. Half-brother to 3 winners, including smart 7f/1m winner Udododontu and 1m-1 1/4m winner Enzemble. Dam of little account. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
Betting Forecast:
2024: LOOM (IRE) 2 9 4 Billy Garritty 9-2 (Richard Fahey) 10 ran
5-2 Fortification (GB), 7-2 Great Profit (IRE), 9-2 Star Material (IRE), 17-2 Major Neigh Sayer (IRE), 12-1 Believeinmenow (IRE), Zoiros (IRE), 18-1 Enjoy The Night (IRE), 150-1 Monty Magoo (IRE)
Richard Fahey’s expensive Profitable newcomer GREAT PROFIT catches the eye on paper so is taken to make a winning start at the chief expense of Star Material who might have to settle for runner-up spot once more. Fortification and Believeinmenow appeal as the pick of the rest for minor honours.
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SECOND RACE 6.50
THE YORKSHIRE ACCOUNTANTS RIPON MAIDEN FILLIES’ STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE)
for maiden three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares
Total prize fund £9000
Owners Prize Money. Winner £3840; Second £1920; Third £960; Fourth £480. (Penalty Value £4860) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 31)
1 CARLY MINOGUE (GB) (-)
B f Postponed (IRE) - Bond’s Gift
Owner: South Yorkshire Racing
Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton
TIMEFORM VIEW Postponed filly Dam twice runner-up at 7f
2 BEAT THE ODDS (GB) (33)
B f Muhaarar - Beatbybeatbybeat
Owner: Mr Antony Brittain
Trainer: Antony Brittain, Warthill
RACE DESCRIPTION
This one and three furlongs mile contest for fillies and mares aged three-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
Jockey: Jack Garritty
Form:
Breeder: Standeven & Dupont
3 9 2 (6)
Jockey: Cam Hardie
Form: 0
Breeder: Northgate Lodge Stud Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Once-raced filly. 100/1, last of 7 in maiden at Newcastle (8f) on debut 33 days ago. Significantly up in trip.
3 BOVEY BELLE (GB) (43)
B f Nathaniel (IRE) - Soala (IRE)
Owner: David Bayliss Olly Williams
Trainer: Olly Williams, Market Rasen
Sponsor: Olly Williams Racing Ltd
3 9 2 (4)
Jockey: Shay Farmer (7)
Form: 003
Breeder: D. J. and Mrs Deer
TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced filly Blinkered for 1st time, third of 4 in maiden (200/1) at Yarmouth (11.5f, good to firm) 43 days ago.
4 ORIONIS (GB) (26)
B f Sea The Stars (IRE) - Troarn (FR)
3 9 2 (5)
Jockey: Tom Marquand
Owner: Cheveley Park Stud Form: 6-32
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket
Sponsor: Cheveley Park Stud Limited
Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive daughter of Sea The Stars who posted a good second of 6
(12.3f, good) 26 days ago. The form pick
5 PRAYING FOR TIME (IRE) (64)
B f Sea The Stars (IRE) - Sweet Delight (IRE)
Owner: Tactful Finance, S Roden & T Solway
Trainer: Alice Haynes, Newmarket
Sponsor: Tattersalls, Coral Racing Limited
3 9 2 (2)
Jockey: Kieran O’Neill
Form: 54
Breeder: Mr J. Higgins
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced filly 9/1, fourth of 7 in maiden at Wolverhampton (12.2f) 64 days ago. First run for yard after leaving John & Thady Gosden and may still do better. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA
6 RITAAN (IRE) (32)
B f Churchill (IRE) - Emperors Pearl (IRE)
Owner: Shadwell Estate Company Ltd
Trainer: Harry Eustace, Newmarket
Sponsor: Rank Interactive (Gibraltar) Limited
3 9 2 (1)
Jockey: George Wood
Form: 3
Breeder: Ringfort Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Once-raced filly. 13/2, last of 3 in maiden at Doncaster (10.2f, good to firm) on debut 32 days ago. Needs to build on it.
7 SWEET PRINCESS (GB) (-)
B f Sea The Stars (IRE) - Sheikha Reika (FR)
Owner: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
3 9 2 (7)
Jockey: Sam James
Breeder: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum
DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2024: GOLDEN STRIKE (IRE) 3 9 11 Billy Garritty 13-8 (Richard Fahey) 8 ran Blinkers worn by No 3.
Stewards Note: ORIONIS: Following its run on 9/5/2025 it was reported that the horse lost both its front shoes. Betting Forecast:
11-10 Orionis (GB), 2-1 Sweet Princess (GB), 17-2 Ritaan (IRE), 16-1 Praying For Time (IRE), 28-1 Carly Minogue (GB), 150-1 Beat The Odds (GB), 300-1 Bovey Belle (GB)
An uncompetitive maiden in which ORIONIS looks to have been found a good opportunity to build on her good recent Chester second and get off the mark. Karl Burke’s newcomer SweetPrincesscouldemergeasthemaindangertoWilliamHaggas’daughterofSeaTheStarsaheadof Praying For Time and Ritaan.
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THIRD RACE 7.22
OASIS YOUR
ZERO PARTNER HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
for four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £9000
Owners Prize Money. Winner £3716; Second £1859; Third £929; Fourth £464; Fifth £232. (Penalty Value £4710.60) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 31)
1 WITHOUT COMPROMISE (GB) (67)
B g Frankel - Without You Babe (USA)
Owner: Paul Musson & Antony Brittain
Trainer: Antony Brittain, Warthill
RACE DESCRIPTION
This is a one mile 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 130.
Jockey: Cam Hardie
Form: 264635
Breeder: Mr John Gunther
TIMEFORM VIEW 8/1, fifth of 7 in handicap at Newcastle (10.2f) 67 days ago, needing
in trip. Makes turf debut.
2 KEADY TOWN (IRE) (291)
B g Make Believe - Marasil (IRE)
Owner: Mr Anthony White
Trainer: Barry Murtagh, Carlisle
Sponsor: Octet Investments Ltd
Jockey: David Nolan
Form: 4/25440-
Breeder: Leon Vaessen
TIMEFORM VIEW Tongue strap on for 1st time, pulled up in novice hurdle (300/1) at Perth (16.2f, good to soft) 20 days ago. Back down in trip.
3 CARNIVAL ZAIN (GB) (18)
B g Youmzain (IRE) - Lady Fashion
Owner: Newroc & Partner
Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham
Sponsor: Fitzdares Limited
8 9 7 (2)
Jockey: Aiden Brookes (3)
Form: 4006-40 D
Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Sixteen runs since last win in 2022. 8/1, eighth of 12 in handicap at Thirsk (8f,
18 days ago.
4 CODE PURPLE (GB) (52)
B g Ribchester (IRE) - Sugar Free (GER)
Owner: Daniel Shapiro & David Clifford
Trainer: Ben Haslam, Middleham
6 9 6 (15)
Jockey: Paul Mulrennan
Form: 1022-02
Breeder: Black Type Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW 9/1, creditable second of 13 in handicap at Musselburgh (8f, good) 52 days
earlier than ideal Looks competitive on form.
5 JEZ BOMB (GB) (17)
B g Hunter’s Light (IRE) - Cherina Dynamite (SPA)
Owner: A & J Birch
Trainer: Sam England, Guiseley
Sponsor: Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd
Jockey: Oisin Orr
4 9 5 (8)
Form: 6-52164 D BF
Breeder: Miss T. M. Goulding
TIMEFORM VIEW 5/2, respectable fourth of 9 in handicap at this course (9.8f, good to firm) 17 days ago, having to pick way through. Can give a good account.
6 CATTON LADY (GB) (49)
B f Time Test - Soodad
Owner: W. H. & Mrs J. A. Tinning & Mrs C Wallis
Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton
Sponsor: Stittenham Farms
BHA Rating 66
4 9 4 (4)
Jockey: Joanna Mason
Form: 30355-0
Breeder: Bloomsbury Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Thirteen runs since last win in 2023. Tenth of 11 in handicap at Beverley (8.4f, good
ft, 15/2) 49 days ago. Others more persuasive.
7 ALFIE BOY (GB) (22)
B g Ribchester (IRE) - Sweet Serendipity
Owner: Mr Neil Arton & Partner
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud
4 9 4 (5)
Jockey: Sean Kirrane
Form: 30-4110 D BF
Breeder: Alun Douch
TIMEFORM VIEW 2 wins from 4 runs this year Latest win at Ayr in May 5/2, ninth of 12 in handicap at Beverley (8.4f, good to firm) 22 days ago. Not ruled out if back on his A-game. Star RatingHHHII O
8 NORTHBOUND (IRE) (22)
B g Fast Company (IRE) - Natalisa (IRE)
Owner: Mr G. Lavery
Trainer: Roger Fell, Nawton
Sponsor: Fitzdares Limited, OR8 Wellness
7 9 3 (14)
Jockey: Rowan Scott
Form: 406120 D
Breeder: Owenstown Bloodstock Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Wolverhampton in April. First run since leaving Peter Niven when creditable seventh of 12 in handicap (14/1) at Beverley (8.4f, good to firm) 22 days ago. Shortlisted.
9 POET’S DAWN (GB) (8)
Ch g Poet’s Voice - Dudley Queen (IRE)
Owner: Mr Timothy O’Gram & Partner
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud
10 9 2 (12)
Jockey: David Allan
Form: 0-00432 C D BF
Breeder: Mrs J. K. Powell & Catridge Farm Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner Creditable second of 11 in handicap (16/5) at Redcar (8f, good to firm) 8 days ago. Can make presence felt.
10 SAISONS D’OR (IRE) (34)
Gr g Havana Gold (IRE) - Deux Saisons
Owner: The Fatalists
Trainer: Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn
Sponsor: Jedd O’Keeffe Racing Ltd
10 9 2 (9)
Jockey: Jack Garritty
Form: 33-6501 D
Breeder: Mount Coote Stud & Knocktoran Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Improved on recent efforts to win 9-runner handicap at Southwell (7.1f, 14/1) 34 days ago, having run of race Still merits consideration.
11 EY UP ITS JAZZ (GB) (207)
Ch g Pastoral Pursuits - Mad Jazz
Owner: Mrs M Lingwood & Tony Coyle
Trainer: Tony Coyle & Kaine Wood, Norton
Sponsor: Norton Grove Stud Ltd
6 9 1 (10)
Jockey: Tom Eaves
Form: 023210-
Breeder: Norton Grove Stud Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Eighth of 9 in handicap (7/2) at Doncaster (7f, heavy). Off 6 months.
12 ASTRONOMICA (GB) (215)
B m Belardo (IRE) - Itsinthestars
Owner: Silent Partners
Trainer: Dr Jon Scargill, Newmarket
RatingHHIII Offi
5 9 0 (6)
Jockey: George Wood
Form: 4/02524- D
Breeder: Bearstone Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW 13/2, respectable fourth of 14 in handicap at Newmarket (9f, good to soft). Off 7 months and needs to hit the ground running.
13 OVERLOOKED (IRE) (41)
B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Ceilidhs Dream
Owner: Miss H. Bethell
Trainer: Harriet Bethell, Arnold
Sponsor: Tote
4 9 0 (7)
Jockey: Jason Hart
Form: 6544-60 BF
Breeder: M. Al-Qatami & K. M. Al-Mudhaf
TIMEFORM VIEW Seventh of 11 in handicap at Chelmsford City (7f, 11/4) 41 days ago, left poorly placed. Has to be taken seriously off a lenient mark.
14 MR JETMAN (IRE) (17)
B g Territories (IRE) - Silent Secret (IRE)
Owner: Group Equine Racing IX
Trainer: Seb Spencer, Malton
Sponsor: Eco-Power Racing, New Group Equine Ltd
5 8 12 (1)
Jockey: Alex Jary (5)
Form: 032301 CD
Breeder: Roland H. Alder
TIMEFORM VIEW Improved on recent efforts to win 10-runner handicap at this C&D (good to firm, 2/1) 17 days ago, readily. Needs considering.
15 SHAMARDAL STAR (GB) (147)
B g Shamardal (USA) - Sealife (IRE)
Owner: Mr C. Harris
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
6 8 12 (13)
Jockey: Harry Russell
Form: 06600-6
Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Below form sixth of 12 in handicap (11/1) at Kempton (8f). Off 147 days First run for yard after leaving Adrian Keatley. Must improve. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 59
DECLARED RUNNERS 15
2024: GARDEN OASIS 9 9 7 David Allan 10-3 (Tim Easterby) 11 ran Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 15. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5, 9. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 1. Stewards Note:
JEZ BOMB: Following its run on 18/5/2025 it was reported that the horse jumped awkwardly from the stalls. ALFIE BOY: Following its run on 13/5/2025 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
Betting Forecast:
7-1 Jez Bomb (GB), 17-2 Alfie Boy (GB), Poet’s Dawn (GB), 9-1 Saisons d’Or (IRE), Mr Jetman (IRE), 10-1 Code Purple (GB), 14-1 Ey Up Its Jazz (GB), Overlooked (IRE), 16-1 Catton Lady (GB), 20-1 Without Compromise (GB), 22-1 Carnival Zain (GB), Northbound (IRE), Astronomica (GB), 33-1 Shamardal Star (GB), 66-1 Keady Town (IRE)
PLAY SMARTER
Plenty are in with a shout so it could be worth siding with OVERLOOKED to capitalise on a handy-looking mark having not enjoyed the rub of the green when seventh at Chelmsford last time out. In-form course winner Poet’s Dawn rates a big threat though with Code Purple and Mr Jetman both in the mix too. Northbound completes the shortlist
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.OVERLOOKED (IRE) 2.POET’S DAWN 3.CODE PURPLE
BEST TURNED OUT HORSE
Mike Kaye of Energy Oasis will select the best turned out horse and present a trophy to connections of the winner of this race
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Owners Prize Money. Winner £4876; Second £2438; Third £1219; Fourth £610; Fifth £305; Sixth £152. (Penalty Value £6184.80) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 31)
Horse
RACEFORM MEDIAN TIME 1 min 13.50 secs
RECORD TIME 1 min 09.04 secs
1 HARRY’S HALO (IRE) (214)
Ch g Harry Angel (IRE) - Postale
Owner: Jones, Keane, Kryswicki & KF Racing Club
Trainer: Kevin Frost, Newark
Sponsor: Kevin Frost Racing
RACE DESCRIPTION
This is a six furlongs handicap race for four-yearolds and upwards which have been rated from 56 to 75. 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 75 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 70.
5 9 9 (12)
Jockey: William Pyle (3)
Form: 213312- D
Breeder: Manister House Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice and placed three times in five runs during autumn last season, most recently finishing second of 11 in 6f handicap at Newmarket (9/2) 7 months ago, keeping on well despite not settling fully. Goes without any headgear
2 EMPEROR CARADOC (FR) (25)
B g Siyouni (FR) - Tribune Libre (IRE)
Owner: Dan Maltby Bloodstock Limited
Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow
Sponsor: Sunnyhill Properties (Yorkshire) Limited
6 9 7 (5)
Jockey: David Nolan
Form: 2424-41 D
Breeder: Ecurie Des Monceaux & Skymarc Farm Inc
TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent performer who runs well over both 5f and 6f. Landed 8-runner handicap at Nottingham (4/1) 25 days ago when forcing the pace and always holding on. Has to be taken seriously up 4lb. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 73
3 HECTIC (GB) (4)
B g Massaat (IRE) - Ceedwell
5 9 6 (8)
Jockey: Billy Garritty
Owner: Mrs Ailsa Stirling Form: 01-3064 D
Trainer: Liam Bailey, Middleham
Sponsor: Show Business Interiors Ltd
Breeder: Miss Nell Kent & Miss Sophie Bates
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner over this trip at Southwell in October Returned to form when fourth of 20 in a 6f handicap at York (22/1) 4 days ago fitted with first-time cheekpieces. Enters calculations from the same mark eased in class Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 72
4 SACRED FALLS (IRE) (16)
B m Dark Angel (IRE) - Peace Trail
5 9 5 (10)
Jockey: Jason Hart
Owner: Star Racing Form: 546-310 D
Trainer: Katie Scott, Galashiels
Breeder: Godolphin
TIMEFORM VIEW Third on reappearance over 6f handicap at Catterick before winning over same C&D in April. Latest run at Carlisle (7/2) 16 days ago easy to excuse given she was badly hampered twice. Merits consideration.
5 LORD ABAMA (IRE) (25)
Ch g Profitable (IRE) - Dancing Years (IRE)
6 9 5 (4)
Jockey: Connor Beasley
Owner: Mrs K S Pratt, Mr P R Blackett, M Dods Form: 31-1522 D BF
Trainer: Michael Dods, Darlington
Sponsor: Denton Hall Racing Ltd
Breeder: P. Henley,E. McDonnell & Pattern B/S
TIMEFORM VIEW In top form for some time now, including two wins at Newcastle. Second of 8 in 6f handicap at Nottingham (3/1) 25 days ago, helping force the pace and keeping on well in the final furlong. Has to be taken seriously up just 1lb. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 71
6
ONE MORE DREAM (GB) (11)
Br g Bated Breath - Gracefilly
6 9 4 (9)
Jockey: Alex Jary (5)
Owner: Ryedale Racing Form: 161265 D BF
Trainer: John & Sean Quinn, Malton
Breeder: Simon Wood
Sponsor: JJ Quinn Racing Ltd, Asset Finance Solutions (UK) Ltd.
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful twice on turf this spring and very easy to excuse fifth of 7 in handicap at Catterick (3/1 favourite) 11 days ago, enduring a nightmare passage and finishing with running left
7 CASH IN (GB) (9)
B g Profitable (IRE) - Roxelana (IRE)
Owner: Reality Partnerships III
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud
4 9 4 (3)
Jockey: David Allan
Form: 051-604
Breeder: Doughty Investments Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Only win came on AW last November Fourth of 8 in handicap at Redcar (33/1) 9 days ago, beaten 6 1/4 lengths in stronger company. This a more suitable assignment but others still preferred. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 70 (-2)
8 MART (GB) (4)
Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Adorn
Owner: Quest Thoroughbreds - Mart
Trainer: Dylan Cunha, Newmarket
4 9 4 (2)
Jockey: Callum Rodriguez
Form: 005-621 D
Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Down in the weights and took advantage in a 5-runner handicap at Lingfield (2/1) 4 days ago, kept up to work. Seen to good effect on that occasion but he escapes a penalty, so must be a major player.
9 ANIMATE (IRE) (42)
B g Shamardal (USA) - Dark Liberty (IRE)
Owner: Tom Goodair, Jimmy Kay, John Beamson
Trainer: Geoffrey Harker, Thirsk
5 9 4 (11)
Jockey: Sam James
Form: 0040-40 D
Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
Sponsor: AMG Engineering Supplies Ltd, Leeds Pallet Co Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped well when fourth of 11 at Catterick (6f) in April and not seen to anything like best effect when last of 9 in handicap at Catterick (8/1) 42 days ago, stumbled at start and not given a hard time. Back down to 6f with cheekpieces reapplied, should be seen to better effect. Star RatingHHHII Offi
10 DICKO THE LEGEND (IRE) (25)
B g Ardad (IRE) - Caledonia Princess
Owner: Mrs S Hibbert, Foulrice Park Racing Ltd
Trainer: Liam Bailey, Middleham
Sponsor: Show Business Interiors Ltd
5 9 3 (7)
Jockey: Daniel Tudhope
Form: 323104 D
Breeder: O’Connor International Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a 6f handicap at Wolverhampton in April. Finished fourth of 12 in handicap at Ascot (13/2) 25 days ago, dwelt at start but stuck to his task as though still in good order
11 FLAG OF LOVE (IRE) (16)
Gr f Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Aphrodite’s Angel (IRE)
Owner: Mr J. Tuthill
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
4 9 2 (6)
Jockey: Sean Kirrane
Form: 0/24-46
Breeder: Owenstown Bloodstock Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in novice event on soft ground last summer, but finished last of 6 in handicap at Carlisle (14/1) 16 days ago, never involved and eased off Plenty to prove at present.
12 NEAPOLITAN (FR) (109)
B g Magna Grecia (IRE) - Silver Meadow (IRE)
Owner: Mr Antony Brittain
Trainer: Antony Brittain, Warthill
4 9 2 (1)
Jockey: Cam Hardie
Form: 500-050 D
Breeder: Team Hogdala AB
TIMEFORM VIEW Novice winner in October 2023 but regressive in handicaps since, finishing last of 10 in at Newcastle (66/1) 109 days ago, weakening over 1f out. First run after wind-op and switches to turf
DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2024: INTERNATIONAL GIRL (IRE) 6 9 5 Jack Garritty 4-1 (Richard Fahey) 9 ran Blinkers worn by No 5. Tongue Strap worn by No 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 3, 4, 9.
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 12. Stewards Note:
SACRED FALLS: Following its run on 19/5/2025 it was reported that the horse suffered interference early-on. ONE MORE DREAM: Following its run on 24/5/2025 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.
ANIMATE: Following its run on 23/4/2025 it was reported that the horse slipped and was slowly away Betting Forecast:
5-1 Mart (GB), 6-1 Emperor Caradoc (FR), 8-1 Sacred Falls (IRE), Lord Abama (IRE), 9-1 Animate (IRE), 10-1 Dicko The Legend (IRE), 11-1 Hectic (GB), 12-1 One More Dream (GB), 16-1 Harry’s Halo (IRE), 25-1 Cash In (GB), Flag of Love (IRE), 33-1 Neapolitan (FR)
MART confirmed his return to form when winning at Lingfield 4 days ago and given he escapes a penalty for that, his follow-up claims appear to be bright. Emperor Caradoc impressed when making all at Nottingham last time and poses the main danger, while the consistent Lord Abama has been in the frame in 6 of his last 7 starts.
BEST TURNED OUT HORSE
A representative of Weatherbys will select the best turned out horse and present a trophy to connections of the
PLAY SMARTER
FIFTH RACE 8.22
THE RIPON GREEN-SCHEME DISCOUNTS FOR GREENER TRAVEL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
for four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £9000
Owners Prize Money. Winner £3716; Second £1859; Third £929; Fourth £464; Fifth £232. (Penalty Value £4710.60) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 31)
RACEFORM MEDIAN TIME 1 min 1.00 secs RECORD TIME 57.28 secs
1 ROCK OF ENGLAND (IRE) (16)
Ch g Unfortunately (IRE) - Miss Fay (IRE)
Owner: Mr D. Padgett
Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow
RACE DESCRIPTION
This is a five furlongs handicap race for four-yearolds and upwards which have been rated from 49 to 68. 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.
Jockey: David Nolan
Form: 25-5004
Breeder: Mr & Mrs Reddy Coffey
TIMEFORM VIEW Unable to build on encouraging March reappearance in 3 subsequent outings, fourth of 7 in handicap at Carlisle (11/2) 16 days ago, plugging on in the closing stages without threatening. Visor back on and this represents a drop in class for his in-form yard
2 ZAPHEA (IRE) (33)
Ch f Dandy Man (IRE) - Prem Ramya (GER)
Owner: Port Station Syndicate
Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
Sponsor: Iain Jardine Racing Ltd
4 9 9 (1)
Jockey: Andrew Mullen
Form: 0501-00 D
Breeder: Prem Ramya Partnership
TIMEFORM VIEW Has something of all-or-nothing profile with 5 wins from 31 starts, finished last of 9 in handicap at Musselburgh (66/1) 33 days ago when awkward leaving stalls and hanging right. Others more persuasive
3 DARK KESTREL (IRE) (38)
B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Goodnight And Joy (IRE)
Owner: Mr Antony Brittain
Trainer: Antony Brittain, Warthill
HHHII Official BHA Rating 67
5 9 7 (9)
Jockey: Cam Hardie
Form: 542340 D
Breeder: Paul McCartan
TIMEFORM VIEW Better form on the AW, placed twice in March. Seventh of 10 in 5.5f handicap at Wetherby (15/2) 38 days ago, not seen to very best effect after starting slowly and racing off the pace. Has not won for 15 races but has to be taken seriously from this mark. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 65
4 WRESTLING REVENUE (IRE) (57)
B g Mehmas (IRE) - Party Animal
Owner: Longdogs Brussel Sprouts
Trainer: Ben Haslam, Middleham
4 9 5 (5)
Jockey: Paul Mulrennan
Form: 22-0003 D
Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Low-key start for current yard but a bit more like it when third of 10 in handicap at Pontefract (6/1) 57 days ago, faring better back on turf Was still beaten a fair way, however.
5 JOJO RABBIT (GB) (13)
Br g Due Diligence (USA) - Berkshire Honey
Owner: Grange Park Racing XIII & Ruth Carr
Trainer: Ruth Carr, Stillington
Sponsor: Grange Park Racing, William Hill
7 9 4 (3)
Jockey: James Sullivan
Form: 463-066 D
Breeder: Berkshire Parts & Panels
TIMEFORM VIEW Form has been modest since a promising third at Wolverhampton last November, finishing sixth of 7 in handicap at Chelmsford City (12/1) 13 days ago, drawn wide and failing to settle. Cheekpieces removed. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 62
6 CHIEF OF STATE (IRE) (18)
B g Kuroshio (AUS) - Nuala Tagula (IRE)
Owner: Mrs Toni Marley
Trainer: Ben Haslam, Middleham
4 9 1 (8)
Jockey: Archie Young (5)
Form: 0/0-0
Breeder: Mr P. Gallagher
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced 4-y-o who has shown very little in three starts, most recently when ninth of 10 in a Doncaster novice (50/1) 18 days ago after 7 months off First-time tongue strap and could make more impact on handicap debut Star RatingHHHII Official
7 RUNNING COOL (GB) (16)
B g Bobby’s Kitten (USA) - Topflightcoolracer
Owner: Ryedale Partners No 11
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud
59
5 9 0 (7)
Jockey: David Allan
Form: 0000-00 D
Breeder: Dandy’s Farm
TIMEFORM VIEW Continues to struggle for this yard, finishing last of 9 in handicap at Redcar (40/1) 16 days ago. Easy to look elsewhere until showing more spark. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 58
8 HERAKLES (IRE) (17)
B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Air of Mystery
Owner: Mr A. Bell & Mr P. T. Midgley
Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow
5 8 13 (6)
Jockey: Mark Winn
Form: 20-6006 CD
Breeder: Mr Donal Boylan
TIMEFORM VIEW Won this race a year ago but little to shout about upon return in March.
9 CAESARS PEARL (IRE) (95)
B m Profitable (IRE) - Malilla (IRE)
Owner: Craig Lidster Racing
Trainer: Craig Lidster, Malton
5 8 8 (2)
Jockey: William Pyle (3)
Form: 0300-60
Breeder: Mrs Tina Cox
TIMEFORM VIEW Only win came in June 2023. Lightly raced in recent times, struggling to find form on the
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 6.
2024: HERAKLES (IRE) 4 9 8 Paul Mulrennan 7-2 (Paul Midgley) 10 ran
Visor worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 6.
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 3.
Stewards Note: ZAPHEA: Following its run on 2/5/2025 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed.
Betting Forecast:
7-2 Rock of England (IRE), 5-1 Dark Kestrel (IRE), 11-2 Wrestling Revenue (IRE), 13-2 Chief of State (IRE), 8-1 Jojo Rabbit (GB), 14-1 Zaphea (IRE), Herakles (IRE), Caesars Pearl (IRE), 18-1 Running Cool (GB)
ROCK OF ENGLAND represents a yard in excellent order and he’s in the lowest band of handicap he’s ever contested so he looks of major interest. Dark Kestrel’s lower turf mark is justified but he can be a factor again, while Wrestling Revenue is dangerous if building on his Pontefract run.
PREDICTION:
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
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SIXTH RACE 8.52
THE RIPON THEATRE FESTIVAL 1ST-6TH JULY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
for three yrs old
Total prize fund £7000
Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 31)
1 TIMELESS SPIRIT (GB) (36)
B f Time Test - Perfect Spirit (IRE)
Owner: Mildmay Racing & Gary Gillies
Trainer: Paul Attwater, Upper Lambourn
Sponsor: racingclub.com
RACE DESCRIPTION
This is a one mile handicap race for three-year-olds which have been rated from 46 to 65. 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 mi nimum 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.
Jockey: Rhys Elliott (5)
9 9 (4)
Form: 205-5
Breeder: Mildmay Bloodstock Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced filly who was better than the result when fifth of 12 in handicap at Nottingham (40/1) 36 days ago, headway when denied a clear run. May need further based on pedigree.
2 BETA READER (GB) (14)
B g Study of Man (IRE) - Beta
Owner: Kingsley Park Owners Club
Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd
9 8 (2)
Jockey: Callum Shepherd
Form: 050-166
Breeder: Miss K. Rausing
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a handicap at Wolverhampton (11/1) in March but backward step when sixth of 13 in handicap at Kempton (10/1) 14 days ago. No surprise were he to bounce back switched to turf
3 WILLIAM MARSHAL (GB) (16)
B g Mayson - Montjen (IRE)
Owner: Keep The Faith Partnership
Trainer: Kevin Frost, Newark
9 6 (3)
Jockey: Aiden Brookes (3)
Form: 600
Breeder: Mrs Glenda Swinglehurst
Sponsor: Wilcocks Contractors Ltd, Kevin Frost Racing TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown little in three career starts, finishing 9th of 11 at Wolverhampton (150/1) 16 days ago. Others more persuasive for this handicap debut over a significantly longer trip.
4 EPICURIAN LAD (GB) (25)
Ch g Twilight Son - Dance Diva
Owner: John Rhodes & Peter Timmins
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
Sponsor: Tote
9 5 (9)
Jockey: Billy Garritty
Form: 653-446
Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Stuck to his task when fourth over this C&D but finished 6th of 10 in handicap at Nottingham (15/2) 25 days ago, clearly not in the same form. First-time visor may aid his cause.
5 FLAMBOROUGH HEAD (GB) (16)
B g Ribchester (IRE) - Seamisst
Owner: David Lumley & Prtnr
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud
Jockey: David Allan
Form: 631420 D
9 4 (6)
Breeder: Bearstone Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Redcar in April and ran well when second over this C&D in May, fitted with cheekpieces for the first time. Disappointing when seventh of 10 in a handicap at Redcar (13/2) 16 days ago but return to 1m could be in his favour Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 59
6
SOVEREIGN CLASS (IRE) (32)
B f Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Madam Baroque
Owner: Nick Bradley Racing 19 and partner
Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton
Sponsor: Tattersalls
9 3 (8)
Jockey: Sam James
Form: 455250
Breeder: Norelands & Hamish McCalmont B/stock
TIMEFORM VIEW Best effort when second of 5 at Musselburgh (9/2) in April and not seen to best effect both starts since, racing freely over 10.2f at Doncaster latest Back in trip. Star Rating
7 KING AT THE RACES (IRE) (148)
B c Fastnet Rock (AUS) - A Day At The Races (IRE)
Owner: Mostly Cloudy Syndicate
Trainer: Gemma Tutty, Northallerton
Sponsor: Gemma Tutty Racing Ltd
Jockey: Connor Beasley
8 13
(5)
Form: 00-0
Breeder: McCracken Farms
TIMEFORM VIEW Has barely beaten a rivals in 3 quick AW starts during the winter Handicap debut back from a break switched to grass.
8
PRECIOUS SPARTAN (IRE) (6)
B g Magna Grecia (IRE) - Skeleton (IRE)
Owner: MPS Racing & Partners
Trainer: Patrick Neville, Leyburn
Jockey: Jason Hart
Form: 0-04301 CD
8 13(in 6lb ex)(7)
Breeder: B. Kennedy & Mrs Ann Marie Kennedy
TIMEFORM VIEW Really strong at the finish when readily landing C&D 6 days ago with visor removed, making good headway before drawing clear Hard to oppose under a penalty following that convincing success.
9 CALEDONIAN DREAM (IRE) (16)
B c Without Parole - Oasis Joy
Owner: Tekhi Subsea Limited
Trainer: Alan Brown, Malton
8 7 (1)
Jockey: Rowan Scott
Form: 30000-6
Breeder: Ringfort Stud Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW No impact for this yard, albeit he may have needed the run at Redcar a fortnight ago, making headway before weakening. Star
DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2024: HAVANA PRINCE 3 9 5 Tom Eaves 13-2 (Tony Coyle & Kaine Wood) 8 ran
Visor worn first time by No 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5. Stewards Note:
TIMELESS SPIRIT: Following its run on 29/4/2025 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run 2f out.
SOVEREIGN CLASS: Following its run on 3/5/2025 it was reported that the horse hung badly right-handed. Betting Forecast:
9-4 Precious Spartan (IRE), 11-2 Flamborough Head (GB), 7-1 Beta Reader (GB), Epicurian Lad (GB), 9-1 Timeless Spirit (GB), Sovereign Class (IRE), 20-1 King At The Races (IRE), 22-1 William Marshal (GB), Caledonian Dream (IRE)
PRECIOUS SPARTAN showed vastly improved form when winning readily over C&D last week and on that evidence, he looks well placed to follow up under a penalty for his new yard Flamborough Head, a C&D runner-up, is feared most if bouncing back from a below-par effort at Redcar Epicurian Lad could also get back on track with a first-time visor applied.
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.
RACE CONDITIONS
FIRST RACE 6.15 - THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4710 to the winning horse The second to receive £2210, the third £1104, the fourth £552 and the fifth £275. for novice two yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible. Enter by noon, May 29th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 2nd. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb 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 RIPON RACECOURSE EXECUTIVE will present a memento to the winning owner In addition a cash prize will be awarded to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 16 entries at £45. - Closed May 29th, 2025.
SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.
SECOND RACE 6.50 - THE YORKSHIRE ACCOUNTANTS RIPON MAIDEN FILLIES’ STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4860 to the winning horse The second to receive £2281, the third £1141 and the fourth £570. for maiden three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only Enter by noon, May 29th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 2nd. Weights: 3-y-o 9st 2lb; 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb. YORKSHIRE ACCOUNTANTS RIPON 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 groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 10 entries at £45. - Closed May 29th, 2025.
SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.
THIRD RACE 7.22 - THE ENERGY OASIS YOUR NET ZERO PARTNER HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4710 to the winning horse The second to receive £2210, the third £1104, the fourth £552 and the fifth £275. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 51-70 (also open to such horses rated 50 and below) £45 stake if the horse is rated 51 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 50 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 2nd. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 24th, 2025, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. ENERGY OASIS has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, a cash prize will be presented to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 23 entries at £45. - Closed May 29th, 2025.
SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
FOURTH RACE 7.52 - THE weatherbysshop.co.uk HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6184 to the winning horse The second to receive £2900, the third £1450, the fourth £724, the fifth £362 and the sixth £181. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 55 and below) £60 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £48 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10 00 a m. June 2nd. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 24th, 2025, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. WEATHERBYS has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition a cash prize will be awarded to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 19 entries at £60 - Closed May 29th, 2025.
SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.
FIFTH RACE 8.22 - THE RIPON GREEN-SCHEME DISCOUNTS FOR GREENER TRAVEL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4710 to the winning horse The second to receive £2210, the third £1104, the fourth £552 and the fifth £275. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 49-68 (also open to such horses rated 48 and below) £45 stake if the horse is rated 49 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 48 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 2nd. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 24th, 2025, 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 a cash prize will be awarded to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 13 entries at £45. - Closed May 29th, 2025.
SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.
SIXTH RACE 8.52 - THE RIPON THEATRE FESTIVAL 1ST-6TH JULY 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. June 2nd. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 24th, 2025, 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 £35. - Closed May 29th, 2025.
