A very warm welcome to a day of both speed and endurance at the Sky Bet Ebor Festival. The race programme features both the fastest race of our season – the Group 1 Coolmore Wootton Bassett Nunthorpe, as well as our richest staying race – the Group 2 Weatherbys Lonsdale Cup The Coolmore Wotton Bassett Nunthorpe is part of the “win and you’re in” Breeders Cup Challenge Series for the Turf Sprint.
The feature sprint puts a spotlight on some of the quickest horses; battling it out for a prize fund of £697,500 It is a race run in under a minute, so take your place, hold your breath and enjoy. A fascinating and rare aspect is that horses in the very first year of racing can take on their elders, at the highest level. The juveniles are compensated by a reduction in weight and yet more if they are fillies, to put that in numbers, Spicy Marg carries 8 stone 2lb being nigh on two stone less than Night Raider, yet both are about the same price with the bookies at 11/1. Trained in the state of Victoria, Asfoora, is spending her summer over here running in some of Britain’s big sprint races so festival sponsors, Sky Bet, have decided a single figure price fits the Aussie visitor after her fourth-place last season.
A little earlier in the day and it’ll be the turn of the leading juveniles to contest the Group Two Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai Gimcrack Stakes (In honour of Tom Lacy) it will tell us which connections are to address the 254th Gimcrack Dinner in December.
Operating at the other end of both trip and experience is the former Sky Bet Ebor champion, the Charlie Appleby trained, Trawlerman, who faces five rivals in the longest race of the week, the Group 2 Weatherbys Cup The Yorkshire contender is Al Qareem who has won on the Knavesmire twice already this season for the Karl Burke team.
If that wasn’t enough, we have the richest maiden race in the land, one of twenty-three York contests to receive the generous backing of the European Breeders’ Fund, notepads and Ipads at the ready come 4.45pm, a star may well be revealed.
Today has been billed as the most jockey-centric race day ever seen on a British racecourse, when jockeys will be involved in a raft of novel activities with the aim of engaging, entertaining and educating racegoers and TV viewers. Amongst the activities to look out for, are riders wearing their surnames on the back of their breeches, look for pictures in this racecard of their younger selves, do visit the autograph signing sessions with leading riders and discover their choice of music tracks on our social media channels. The “World Pool Moment of the Day”, is an initiative that sees an expert panel select a highlight on each of the three weekdays The member of racing staff from the yard who looks after the horse awarded “World Pool Moment of the Day” will win £4,000 The winner will also be in with a chance of winning “World Pool Moment of the Year”
In a day full of sporting action, I hope you can find time to visit the Grantley Hall Ebor Fashion Lawn before 2.30pm, set in the picturesque surroundings of the Edwardian Weighing Room. Partners such as Grantley Hall themselves, The 8th Sign, the Bothy and the Hole in Wand are offering great prizes for all you stylish racegoers, plus it is great fun!
Visit our equine ambassador, Goldream, the retired racehorse in Clocktower Enclosure, listen out for the Shepherd Group Brass Band, dance into the evening with The Monotones, share a bottle of Gardet Origine champagne for just £46.50 a bottle, enjoy the 360-selfie camera or taking your own selfie at the flower wall; whatever, it is just our pleasure to welcome you and hope you thoroughly enjoy the racing and experience of the Sky Bet Ebor Festival.
William Derby, Chief Executive and Clerk of the Course
12noon Tour of the Weighing Room Weighing Room & Equine facilities (Stands side only) Entrance
1.00pm Punters Panel Winners Enclosure
1.00pm Jockey Autographs Weighing Room
After racing World Pool moment of the day Winners Enclosure
All Day Events Location
Tours to the start 30 minutes before each race See Notice on (Stands side only) Thatched Hut
Monotones Acoustic County Stand Garden
Ripon City Brass Band Veuve Clicquot Lawn
Monotones Churchill Tyres Lawn Stage
Ascot Gallery/Darcy & Wolf Jewellery Gimcrack Stand Portico
360° Selfies Stage by Melrose Stand
New Beginnings Activities Clocktower Enclosure
York Racecourse wishes to express its thanks to this afternoon’s sponsors.
Sky Bet
First Race - 1.50pm
The Sky Bet Handicap Stakes (Heritage Handicap) - 1m 4f
Pages 35-37
Weatherbys
Second Race - 2.25pm
The Weatherbys Lonsdale Cup (Group 2) - 2m
Pages 43-45
Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai
Third Race - 3.00pm
The Al Basti Equiworld Dubai, Gimcrack (In Honour Of Tom Lacy) (Group 2) - 6f
Pages 55-57
Coolmore
Fourth Race - 3.35pm
The Coolmore Wootton Bassett Nunthorpe (Group 1) - 5f
Pages 69-74
Assured Data Protection
Fifth Race - 4.10pm
The Assured Data Protection EBF Fillies’ Stakes (Heritage Handicap) - 1m 2f
Pages 77-79
European Breeders’ Fund
Sixth Race - 4.45pm
The British Stallion Studs EBF Convivial Maiden Stakes (GBB Race) - 7f
Pages 83-86
Sky Bet
Seventh Race - 5.20pm
The Sky Bet Mile (Heritage Handicap) - 1m
Pages 89-92
A G IDE T PL CES
T EAT & DRIN
ROBERTO PAVILION
Fast-serve bar, Pimms, plus Fish & Chip Shop
THEAKSTON BAR
All your Theakston favourites including Ebor IPA @£6.40 a pint
Good food to go is just next door
GUINNESS BAR
KYLIE MINOGUE WINE AND GUINNESS BARS
Offering The Aussie singer's wines with the Black Stuff and a full bar next door
SPECIALIST FOOD
A series of counters and mobile units such as fish & chips, Yorkshire beefburgers, pizza, hog roast, Ged Bell's Yorkshire Pork Pies, Chicken Shack and vegetarian/ vegan options.
KNAVESMIRE STAND
6 bars & York Kitchen & Café (ground).
THE VOLTIGEUR RESTAURANT (Knavesmire Stand 3rd Floor)
The UK’s foremost ‘Dine & View’ restaurant package.
THE FOOD COUR
A range of hot/ snacks, tea, coffee and full bar available
York Kitchen & Café (Ground Floor) A popular place to get a hot meal, like deep-filled Yorkshire Puddings, sandwiches or Curry Club served in cafeteria style Collection point for G&P "meal deal" & Picnic Platters.
EBOR STAND
4 bars & 2 buffets spread over Ground, floors. Try Eat Between Our Races, which ground floor serving sandwiches & scrumm the collection point for the County Stand
ECLIPSE RESTAURANT (5TH
An informal hot food option and home advanced book packages.
THE DANTE SUITE (2ND FLOOR)
Home to Michelin Star Chef Tom Barnes and
We hope we have somewhere to cater for all tastes and budgets. We source Cryer and Stott for cheese). You may notice that our sandwich packaging is biodegradable raceday. None of the restaurants, bistros and buffets mentioned below requires pre-booking we’d suggest going early Enjoy your food and do let us know how we can keep improving.
County Stand
The Gimcrack Restaurant offers a three-course meal for £44.75. Afternoon tea offered for £19.95
The Edwardian Weighing Room a popular bar is joined by the new Wine & Cheese offer, with fourteen wines by the glass, selected cheeses & charcuterie platters. John Carr Terrace: Bustling informal lawns and terraces near the parade ring. Try hot treats or the griddle. Or toast the summer with a jug of Pimm’s, visit the The Flying Frankie Pub serving our guest ale, Ebor IPA @£6.40.
The Princess Mary Bar (near County Stand entrance). Buzzy café serving seafood platters and sandwiches. Lanson Champagne by the glass.
Try Eat Between Our Races Bistro, which is on the ground floor serving pulled meat/veggie, hot and cold sandwiches (vegan options) salads, as well as patisserie cakes. Also the collection point for the County Stand picnic platters.
The Moët Champagne Pavilion & Roof Terrace; downstairs offers premium beers, spirits and a wide range of the finest champagnes, whilst the Terrace also offers Moët champagnes vintage wines, premium beers, as well as fresh baked pizzas.
ALCOHOL RACE
OURT hot/cold offee
PREMIERRACINGLOUNGE
GIMCRACK RESTAURANT
MELROSE CLUB LOUNGE
HOL FREE VIEWING
A reserved lounge with allocated seats. limited upgrades from £52
SOLD OUT today, book online for later in the season.
(1st Floor)
Main County Stand dining room, luxury three-course meal for £44.75 Afternoon Tea for £19.95
VEUVE CLICQUOT CHAMPAGNE BAR
ound, First & Fifth which is on the scrummy cakes. Also Stand picnic platters.
(5TH FLOOR) home to our popular and his team. (Advance booked)
EDWARDIAN WEIGHING ROOM
Heritage over a craft ale Wine & Cheese Bar, platters of local cheeses & charcuterie accompanied by a choice of 14 wines.
PRINCESS MARY SEAFOOD BAR
Enjoy a sustaining seafood or salad perhaps accompanied by a glass of chilled Lanson Champagne.
SOLDOUTtoday-tryonlineforfutureracedays.
Great views of racing, Yorkshire, fresh club sandwiches, and an account bar. Limited upgrades available from £103 - visit the office to learn more.
PARADE RING RESTAURANT
Situated on the top floor of the Weighing Room, provides a fine dining experience
MOËT PAVILION & ROOF TERRACE
Plenty of fizz plus wines and premium beers to accompany that view upstairs Home Baked Pizza from £14.50
JOHN CARR TERRACE
Georgian stand with modern canopy; featuring The Flying Frankie pub serving our guest ale, Ebor IPA @£6.40 + wider bars and the griddle
many products locally, (e.g. The East Coast for fish, The biodegradable and that we recycle 10 tonnes of glass on a pre-booking although many are popular at busy times so improving.
Grandstand & Paddock
CLOCKTOWER ENCLOSURE
FOOD & DRINK FREE ZONES COUNTY STAND GRANDSTAND & PADDOCK RACING AREA
SEAFOOD OPTION
CHILDREN ESPECIALLY WELCOME
MEAL DEAL LOCATION MD
York Kitchen & Café offers a range of hot meals, including deep-filled Yorkshire puddings, homemade pies, vegetarian option, as well as sandwiches and the new Curry Club. This is also the Collection Point for Grandstand & Paddock Picnic Platters.
The Guinness Bar with its giant outdoor screen. Alongside the black stuff, the Kylie Minogue Wine Bar serves exactly what you'd imagine.
The improved Theakston Bar offers a range of favourites, including the Ebor IPA @£6.40. With a second dedicated Guinness Bar to its left. The good food to go next door offers hot and cold treats. The new Fish & Chip Shop offers freshly cooked delights from the East Coast.
If the weather plays its part then visit the Knavesmire Courtyard, an outside seating area with easy access to betting, bars, tasty treats and toilets. Here a large number of kiosks and specialist mobile vendors offer gourmet British beefburgers, Greek street food, Chicken Shop, Whitby scampi, fish & chips and specialist coffees and even Churros. If the sun stays out, or just as a treat, try our locally produced luxury ice creams.
The Bustardthorpe End brings more options including a Chicken griddle.
Clocktower Enclosure
Has a range of units selling hot and cold items, sweets and ice cream.
MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR VISIT
CHAMPAGNE OF THE MEETING
PUNTERS' PANEL
For expert betting tips, check out the Punters' Panel at 1:00pm today in the Winners' Enclosure.
TRIPS TO THE START
Racegoers are invited to join our expert guide for a minibus trip to the start. To register for this free trip or to find out more, see our guide by the thatched hut near the Winner’s Enclosure before 1.15pm today (stands side only).
360° SELFIE
Check out this new free service, on the stage by the Melrose Stand.
CHILDREN AT YORK RACES
Baby-Changing facilities are available in a purpose-built facility on the ground floors of both Knavesmire & Ebor stands.
We welcome children in our main restaurants, and in the Gimcrack Restaurant we offer a half price option for under 12s.
Our family room, situated to the left of the entrance to the Melrose Stand, allows parents and children some quiet time away.
Don’t forget our YorkMix Family Entertainment Zone on September 7th featuring Pony Racing Series, racehorse corner as well as special appearances at intervals of Chase & Marshall from Paw Patrol - Book from the offer price of £12.
CASH MACHINES & CASHBACK
Cash machines are available at the northern end of the racecourse by the Frankel statue, the ground floor of the Knavesmire Stand and a further machine is sited adjacent to the entrance to the Gimcrack Stand
Please note there is a charge for this service. If you place a minimum bet of £10 at a tote window, you can request £50 in cash back from your card.
NEED A QUIET MOMENT?
If you are looking to escape the bustle of a busy raceday please try one of our sunflower benches which are located in the quiet areas of each enclosure. We also have a quiet room located within the Houghton Building for use by racegoers. Our Chaplaincy Team are ready to assist racegoers of all faiths and none. If you need a friendly ear, please say hello to them. They can find a quiet spot for a chat.
STOP THE CLOCK
Check out the Official race time as soon as they cross the line, the digital timing clock at the Winning Post has been supported by Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai.
ENCLOSURE TRANSFERS
Simply pay the difference between your admission price and the price point below.
County Stand full price: £80
Grandstand & Paddock full price: £45
Transfers are available from the Racecourse Office and the Racecard Hut by the entrance to Clocktower Enclosure.
RETAIL THERAPY
Feel in need of some retail therapy? Why not visit one of our retail partners. Blue Rider Gallery - equestrian art specialists. (opposite the Princess Mary Bar) Conversation Pieces - equestrian prints, as well as Darcy & Wolf (in their new shop by entrance to Gimcrack Stand)
DISABLED RACEGOERS
Facilities such as accessible toilets and viewing platforms for racing are clearly signed. Our raceday stewards will be pleased to offer directions and assistance. The Racecourse Office Team will also be happy to help and can provide an access guide and map. Phil Atkinson is a senior member of the team with special responsibility in this area.
SHUTTLE BUS
FREE WIFI
1. Search and select York Races - FREE
2. Click T&C’s box then log in
3. You’ll be directed to our home page featuring our partners today, then just surf away
Given the nature of any WiFi network there will be peaks of demand by both time and location - some websites will not be available.
A limited shuttle bus service to York station will collect from Knavesmire Road, at the northern end of the racecourse, it will operate whilst there are enough customers to make a bus viable, from after the last race.
The service is provided by a commercial operator. A return service operates on raceday mornings.
TAXI/PRIVATE HIRE PICK-UP POINT
There is a taxi pick up point at the Northern end of the racecourse adjacent to Campleshon Road. Private Hire vehicles will meet pre-booked customers, also at the Northern End. Pick up by UBER is from a dedicated area in Car Park A only.
WHERE CAN I PLACE A BET
The tote will be pleased to take your bet at their many windows or look out for a passing courier. Remember to try the small stake-big payout bets such as the Jackpot, Placepot or Trifecta. The William Hill Betting Shops (Bustardthorpe End, Knavesmire Stand ground floor and front of Melrose Stand) offer a full SP service, so bets on racing and the wider sporting world. The colour of the main betting ring returns, set in front of the Knavesmire Stand, take on the challenge. Contactless payment is available for all the above options. Good luck.
BAR CLOSING TIMES
Key bars will remain open for 90 minutes after the last race. The serving of drinks in hospitality areas will be as specified in your booking details. Have an enjoyable time with us but please respect our neighbours and the wider city as you leave the racecourse.
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
York Racecourse always strives to ensure your safety, comfort and enjoyment. However, an incident may occur which is beyond our control. We have employed professionally-trained and experienced stewards. In the event of a situation which requires a partial or full evacuation of the stands, announcements will be broadcast and stewards will usher you to a place of safety; it is essential that you follow their instructions. Please take your belongings with you and proceed out of the area quickly and quietly. If we are unable to re-occupy the stands, you may be invited to return to your car or coach. Departure from car and coach parks will be under the direction of the Police. The foregoing is a precautionary tale.
Enter our style stakes and take to the catwalk today at the Grantley Hall Ebor Fashion Lawn
Located in front of the Edwardian Weighing Room
Fabulous prizes across five categories each day!
11am to 2.30pm: Registration & participation
3.15pm: Shortlist announced (on Ebor Fashion Lawn boards & big screens)
3.50pm: Shortlist final judging Winners announced!
GRANTLEY HALL
EBOR FASHION LAWN
PRIZES
Most Stylish
Grantley Hall: Champagne Afternoon Tea for Two (worth £170).
x2 Hospitality Tickets to an EFL Game of your choice.
£250 The 8th Sign voucher.
York Racecourse: Voltigeur Restaurant table for two on the opening day of the Dante Festival 2026.
Most Stylish Runner-Up
Afternoon Tea for Two at Grantley Hall (worth £130).
£100 The 8th Sign Voucher.
Most Stylish Couple
York Racecourse: Premier Racing Lounge table for two on the opening day of the Dante Festival 2026. Lunch for Two in The Orchard at Grantley Hall (voucher to include an allowance for lunch and drinks).
Best Hat
£250 George Durdy England Voucher.
Best Dressed Child
Wizard Golf for five at The Hole in Wand, Wizard Golf, York, Blackpool or Chester plus a box of our magical potions and flask of Unicorn Beans.
Runners up with receive a flask of Unicorn Beans and a jar of Tongue Painters.
Only open to those in the County Stand and Grandstand & Paddock. Please note with any live event times may vary. The decision of the judges will be final. There is no other prize alternative.
YORK RACE
COMMITTEE
BRIDGET GUERIN (CHAIRMAN) NICHOLAS WRIGLEY VICTORIA SAVILE
WILLIAM BETHELL
CHRISTOPHER DENNY NICK CHEYNE ED WRIGLEY
MEET THE YORK MANAGEMENT TEAM
WILLIAM DERBY Chief Executive & Clerk of the Course
01904 683932 rachel.wigby@yorkracecourse.co.uk
PHIL ATKINSON Head Of Operations
01904 620911 enquiries@yorkracecourse.co.uk
CHRIS WARD Head of Finance
01904 683939 chris.ward@yorkracecourse.co.uk
NICK JOHNSON Hospitality Box Manager
01904 683933 nick.johnson@yorkracecourse.co.uk
OFFICIALS
Stewards
LAUREN MAHAN Marketing Manager
01904 620911 lauren.mahan@yorkracecourse.co.uk
ADRIAN KAY Grounds Manager
01904 620911 adrian.kay@yorkracecourse.co.uk
ANTHEA LEIGH Racing Manager & Raceday Clerk of the Course
Can you name the combination of jockey, trainer, owner and horse that won the Coolmore Wootton Bassett Nunthorpe Stakes last year?
FILL IN THE BLANKS
Can you work out the missing information from the 2022 Coolmore Wootton Bassett Nunthorpe?
9 Asfoora (AUS) (21)
B or Br m Flying Artie (AUS) - Golden Child (AUS)
Owner: Noor Elaine Farm Pty Ltd
Trainer: Henry Dwyer, Australia
6 9-10 (61.7) (8)
Form: 204412 D
Breeder: Noor Elaine Farm
Has won nine races at 5f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Beaten a short head by Big Evs when second of 10 at 11-4 on her latest outing in the Group 2 King George Qatar Stakes at Goodwood over 5f (good to firm) earlier this month. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating - SP: 9-4
10 Azure Blue (IRE) (62) 5 9-10 (61.7) (6)
Gr m El Kabeir (USA) - Sea of Dreams (IRE)
Owner: Mr P Appleton & Mrs Anne Elliott
Trainer: Michael Dods, Darlington
Form: 116-051 C D
Breeder: Ms Debbie Kitchin & Ms Mary Davison
Has won eight races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft and on the all-weather A winner at 5-2 at Ayr over 5f (good to firm) on her latest outing in June, dead-heating with Azure Blue Official BHA Rating 109 SP: 40-1
11 Believing (IRE) (21)
B f Mehmas (IRE) - Misfortunate (IRE)
Owner: Highclere T’bred Racing - Jane Addams
Trainer: George Boughey, Newmarket
4 9-10 (61.7) (13)
Form: 014413 D
Breeder: M. Mullen & Cloneymore Farm
Winner of six races from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Third of 10 behind Big Evs beaten 1l at 7-1 on her latest outing in the Group 2 King George Qatar Stakes at Goodwood over 5f (good to firm) earlier this month. Has won at Curragh and Haydock this season. Official BHA Rating 111 SP: 9-1
12 Makarova (GB) (34)
B m Acclamation - Vesnina
Owner: Brightwalton Bloodstock Ltd
Trainer: Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn
9-10 (61.7) (9)
Form: 6-02013 D
Breeder: Brightwalton Bloodstock Ltd
She has won four times from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Third of 9 behind Believing beaten 2 1/4l at 7-2 on her latest outing in the Group 2 Barberstown Castle Sapphire Stakes at Curragh over 5f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 105 SP: 28-1
Moore
Oisin Murphy Chenelle Ellis
Paul Mulrennan Andrew Miller
WHAT IS NEW AT YORK THIS SEASON?
CHAMPAGNE LAWNS
NEXT GENERATION CANOPIES
Nine next generation canopies now stand proudly on the Champagne Lawns. Clever enough to let the grass grow beneath them, they should prove popular if we get a summer shower. For the October racedays the built-in heaters will allow racegoers to keep enjoying the fresh air Each one has a speaker, so the race commentary will come to your table
BUSTARDTHORPE END
SOUTHERN END DEVELOPMENT
Last August we were honoured when Her Majesty The Queen, our Royal Patron, opened this development to the South of the Knavesmire Stand. Check out the Churchill Tyres lawn & canopy, the Theakston and Guinness bars, as well as food outlets and a WIlliam Hill shop
MR MOWITALL
Joining the grounds team over winter were a trio of robotic mowers, one creatively named, Mr Mowitall. They are helping with the lawns and car parks, leaving the human talent better able to focus on the track itself
THE TEAM NEVER REST
Maintenance is key, if a little dull. Over 6,000 pints of paint have been used by the team and the Knavesmire Stand Roof has had extensive repairs, (it is nearly thirty years old!).
A LIVING FLOWER WALL
OPPOSITE THE MELROSE STAND
The flowers are petunia and petchoa, grown by Head Gardener, Zak Rafferty and his team, from seedlings in our greenhouses. That Insta moment now has real flowers behind it.
THE
BARS HAVE IT
Over the Winter a number of bars have been given a face-lift. There is a new Pink Gin & Cocktail Bar on the main Champagne Lawns, a second Guinness Bar near the Roberto Lawn, with a refreshed Kylie Minogue Wines Bar next door The fun murals from the Dublin based brand should make a good selfie
NEW ON THE MENU
Around the racecourse there are a lot of new choices. Perhaps the sweet treats of the Churros will follow your Nachos, both are now part of the Knavesmire Courtyard offering.
If you like spice, then the eateries on the ground floors of both the Knavesmire and Ebor Stands now serve our homemade Curry Club dishes.
Finger lickin’ chicken? Try the grills in either the Bustardthorpe End or the John Carr Terrace. Try the Rustic Pizza freshly baked at the Moët Roof Terrace.
ollow a ider or rainer of your choosing:
JOCKEYS
D ALLAN
4.10 Fiver Friday (IRE) P Traynor
4.45 Red Spells Danger (IRE) T Easterby M BARZALONA
3.00 Irish Fighter (IRE) ..................................I Mohammed
A left-handed track which joins the straight course just under five furlongs from home. Races of seven furlongs start on a spur which joins the main circuit at a tangent after two furlongs.
Top Course Trainers
LEADING TRAINERS AT YORK (2020-2025) WITH RUNNERS:
A BALDING (35 wins from 201 runners, 17%) runs MOUNT ATLAS (1.50), COMICAL POINT (3.00), ZGHARTA (4.10), NEW MONARCH (4.45), POINT OF CONTACT (5.20).
W HAGGAS (33 wins from 211 runners, 16%) runs WONDER STAR (4.10), SEA FORCE (5.20).
K R BURKE (29 wins from 258 runners, 11%) runs AL QAREEM (2.25), RECIPROCATED (3.00), NIGHT RAIDER (3.35), NAVAL LIGHT (4.45), TIGER MASK (5.20).
Trainers In Form
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
W HAGGAS (13 wins from 37 runners, 35%) runners listed above.
D O’MEARA (12 wins from 43 runners, 28%) runs BRIELLE (4.10), WE DARE TO DREAM (5.20).
A BALDING (10 wins from 45 runners, 22%) runners listed above.
Top Course Jockeys
LEADING JOCKEYS AT YORK (2020-2025) WITH RIDES:
TOM MARQUAND (34 wins from 210 rides, 16%) rides THIS SONGISFORYOU (1.50), DO OR DO NOT (3.00), CELANDINE (3.35), WONDER STAR (4.10), SEA FORCE (5.20).
OISIN MURPHY (25 wins from 156 rides, 16%) rides MOUNT ATLAS (1.50), COMICAL POINT (3.00), ASFOORA (3.35), ZGHARTA (4.10), NEW MONARCH (4.45), TEROOMM (5.20).
RYAN MOORE (23 wins from 137 rides, 17%) rides SAYIDAH DARIYAN (3.35), FRESCOBALDI (4.45), MONTPELLIER (5.20).
TOM MARQUAND (13 wins from 52 rides, 25%) rides listed above.
JASON HART (10 wins from 54 rides, 19%) rides MARHABA THE CHAMP (1.50), YORKSHIRE PUDS (3.00), JM JUNGLE (3.35), NIGHT WOLF (4.45), SUPIDO (5.20).
Weight Watcher
The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years:
1.50 Marhaba The Champ (won off 91 down 3lb to 88); 4.10 Fiver Friday (won off 84 down 3lb to 81).
Fancy That
R VARIAN won the 1.50 race in 2016 and 2024. The stable is represented by French Duke in the race today.
J & T GOSDEN won the 2.25 race in 2018, 2019 and 2020 and 2021. The stable is represented by Sweet William and Trawlerman in the race today.
W HAGGAS won the 5.20 race in 2017 and 2024. The stable is represented by Sea Force in the race today.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 20th August.
Visit our gallery exhibition today by the Gimcrack Stand entrance
How to Read the Racecard
colour graphic
horse’s saddlecloth number
1 Bradsell (GB) (19)
B c Tasleet - Russian Prince
Owner: Victorious Racing
Trainer: Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn
A symbol here denotes the horse holds an entry on British Champions Day, Saturday 18th October.
horse’s name No. of days since last ran age
Baron’s Selection
Draw
4 9-13 (63.0) (3)
Jockey: Hollie Doyle
Form: 33130-1 C D
Breeder: Mrs D. O’Brien
He has won four times from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Won on his latest outing when 15-8fav at Deauville over 5f (good) earlier this month, beating Coeur De Pierre by 1 3/4l. Official BHA Rating 116 SP: 8-1
form guide
B = bay
Br = brown
Ch = chesnut
Gr = grey
Ro = roan
Official BHA Ratings
sex of horse
c=colt - male horse up to age 5 h=horse
g=gelding
f=filly - female horse up to age 5 m=mare
Probable SP
previous performances /=new season
-=new year
C=course winner
D=distance winner
CD=course & distance winner
BF=beaten favourite
The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part usually in three 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.
RaceiQ Par Times
A new statistics based predictor, it is the expected win time for a specific race based on the track, distance, going, race class and conditions. Based on the going at time of printing the day before racing at 16:00, being: GOOD TO FIRM, GOOD (IN PLACES)
For further Race iQ insights, visit racingtv.com/results and click the RaceiQ icon at the top right.
Non-runner
Ground - The Trainer states the ground is not suitable for this horse, the official going has changed since the time of declaration.
Vet - The Trainer states the horse is subject to a Veterinary Certificate.
Self Certificate - The trainer has advised the authorities that the horse is not able to race today.
You must be 18 or over to place a bet
You may be asked to provide proof of your age when placing a bet
If you cannot produce this your bet will not be accepted
P RLEZ-VOUS
R CING?
ESSENTIAL RACING PHRASES FOR THE BEGINNER
It could be easy to be put off by the weird and wonderful words and phrases banded around the racecourse, but in fact, its all part of the fun.
Like a tourist in a foreign country, the novice racegoer soon picks up enough of the language to get by, and then rapidly becomes fluent.
The following terms will provide any newcomer, keen to enhance their language skills, with just enough of the jargon to sound like a ‘local’:
RACING SPEAK
ENGLISH
ALLOWANCE: The weight concession the horse is given to compensate for its rider’s inexperience.
AMATEUR: .............................(Rider) on racecards, their names are usually prefixed by Mr, Mrs, etc. To indicate their amateur licence holder status.
ANTE-POST:..........................
APPRENTICE:........................
Betting (usually for the most important races) days or even months before the race is due to take place.
Young jockey tied by annually renewed contract to a licensed trainer while they are learning.
BACKWARD: .........................Young horse which needs time to mature.
CLERK OF THE COURSE:...Official in charge of running the racing programme, at York it is Anthea Leigh.
CLERKS OF THE SCALES: ...Key in the delivery of a successful racing operation. Claudia Marelli and Wayne Burnell are in charge of things today.
COLOURS:..............................The racing silks worn by the jockeys.
COLT: ......................................Male, ungelded horse, up to four years old.
CONNECTIONS:....................The owner and trainer of a racehorse
COURSE SPECIALIST: Horse which tends to run well at a particular course DAM: Mother of a horse
DISTANCE:.............................The length of a race.
DISTANCE, THE: ...................An unmarked point 240 yards from the winning post.
DRAW: ....................................Describes a horse’s position in the starting stalls, drawn two days before a flat race
EACH-WAY:
A bookmaker taking each way bets will display the terms on which he/she accepts such bets on the top of his/her board. This is a bet for your selection to win or be placed.
FILLY: Female horse up to four years old.
FOAL: Horse of either sex from its birth until 1 January the following year
FORECAST: ...........................Name the first and second in the correct order
FURLONG: .............................220 yards (one eighth of a mile).
GOING: Description of the course conditions under foot.
HAND: Unit of four inches in which a horse’s height is measured at the shoulder.
JACKPOT: ..............................The Jackpot is an exciting tote bet that requires punters to pick the winners of four consecutive races.
JOLLY: Betting term for the horse with the shortest odds (the favourite).
JUDGE: ...................................Official responsible for declaring finishing order and distances between horses. Di Clark is in the hot seat this afternoon.
JUVENILE: Two-year old horse; the entire field in our 3:00pm and 4.45pm contests.
KNAVESMIRE:.......................The name for the piece of ground on which York Racecourse is situated.
MAIDEN: Horse which has not yet won a race The richest such race in Britain is run at 4.45pm today.
MARE: .....................................Female horse, five years and over.
OBJECTIONS: Complaint by one camp against another regarding breach of rules during a race
ODDS ON:..............................
Where a bet’s winnings are less than the stakee.g winning a £2 bet wins you £1 so you get back £3.
PACE: ‘Up with the pace’ means close to the leaders.
PENALTY:...............................Weight added to the handicap weight of a horse which has won since the weights were published.
PHOTO FINISH:
PLACEPOT:............................
Electronic photo device which determines minimal distance in a close finish.
To win the Tote Placepot you need to pick a horse to place in the first six races
PLATE: Shoe worn by horse for racing.
SCHOOLED:...........................Trained to jump
SHORT RUNNER: .................A horse that doesn’t stay the minimum distance, five furlongs on the flat or two miles over jumps.
SIRE:........................................
Father of a horse
SPREAD A PLATE: When a racing plate or horseshoe becomes detached from the animal’s hoof
SP/STARTING PRICE:..........Official price of a horse at which bets are settled in the betting shops.
STEWARDS ENQUIRY: Enquiry by panel of men and women responsible for seeing rules are adhered to into a race’s running.
TRIFECTA: The premise of a Tote Trifecta is to back the three horses who finish first, second and third in the race of your choice.
UNDER STARTERS’
ORDERS: ................................Occurs when the race is about to start.
VOICE IN THE SKY: The commentator, listen out for Stewart Machin this afternoon.
WEIGH OUT/WEIGH IN:.....Weighing jockey before and after race to ensure correct weight has been carried.
YEARLING: Horse of either sex from 1 January to 31 December of the year following its birth.
A RACECOURSE FOR ALL
We want the racecourse to offer both a welcome and an enjoyable evening to all our racegoers and in delivering that we recognise that some may need additional assistance from us. We are also pleased to recognise the sunflower lanyard scheme.
The first thing to say, please just ask for help, if the team don’t have an instant answer, then they know someone who will. The team in the Racecourse Reception (behind the Ebor Stand) act as the link to the rest of the team, as needed.
FAQS
Is there accessible and blue badge parking?
Yes, I hope you found it. All our car parks have designated spaces near their front row. Can I get help with getting to/from the car park, taxi rank or shuttle buses?
Yes, there is a complimentary buggy service to all these points, ask a member of the team and they will radio to arrange your collection. Thank you for your patience as the buggies have a maximum of six passengers, and only one is wheelchair accessible and it’s a big site.
Can I bring a wheelchair?
Yes, if you need to; but we also offer complimentary hire, again from Racecourse Reception (see told you they were the hub). As we hope you’ll appreciate, there are only so many wheelchairs on site, if you need to reserve in advance then call 01904 620911. Considerately piloted mobility scooters are permitted.
Can I bring somebody to help?
Yes, we appreciate that will come in various forms, we hope our “companion comes free” scheme is a help, before your next visit check it out online at www.yorkracecourse.co.uk or just ask the team today.
Are there wheelchair viewing platforms?
Yes, in all stand side area and Stands - easiest thing to do is to ask our Stewards, though a map is available from, you guessed it, Racecourse Reception. Please use these in the spirit intended, with carers being prepared to step aside to allow space for those who need the view the most.
What about toilets and are they part of the Radar scheme?
Yes they are, all the permanent toilet blocks have a accessible capability, please ask for directions, the team nearby have keys, or check that map from you know where.
Are their wheelchair height food and drink counters?
Yes there are but not as many as we’d like, please ask a member of the team to assist you.
Wheelchair height betting?
Yes, there are some Tote counters set at a reduced height though a better plan might be to use the courier service that operates in areas such as the main Champagne Lawns; the Tote team themselves are always willing to help.
Can I bring my assistance dog?
Of course, as the tribute to Grady demonstrates, registered assistance dogs are most welcome. There was one more thing?
Please ask, we are keen to help wherever we can, appreciating our racegoers may face a range of challenges.
Examples of viewing platforms both around the Parade Ring and trackside
UNDER JOCKEYS ORDERS
Following on from the success of this initiative last year, we will be celebrating jockeys across the week of the Sky Bet Ebor Festival. With a focus on their role in racing, bringing their personalities to life and bringing the public closer to the human athletes at the centre of our sport.
York Racecourse have worked in partnership with the PJA and GBR to deliver the following:
• Jockeys will be easy to identify as they’ll be wearing their surnames on the back of their breeches, much like Premier League football players in selected races.
• Jockey Showcase - keep an eye on the big screens as we celebrate the jockeys ahead of the feature race.
• Horsewalk to catwalk, check our Social Media to learn which of the jockeys embrace their own style ahead of Ladies Day when coming to the track?
• The musical tastes of the top riders will also be explored on our Social Media with the top ‘disc’ jockeys revealing their favoured tunes as they drive to the races.
• Autograph Sessions today and every day this week.
• Look out for the “off to a good start” images of today’s riders in their earlier years on horseback.
• Clifton Green Primary school quizzed the pilots, see what they said on our social media channels.
YESTERDAYS RACING CTION
THE SKY BET LOWTHER (GROUP 2)
Day two kicked off with a cracking renewal of the Sky Bet Lowther, that saw Ed Walker retain the race with Royal Fixation.
The Opulence Thoroughbreds owned juvenile had produced an excellent effort last time out when chasing home the very talented Venetian Sun.
The race began with the eventual winner anchored in rear by William Buick, as Argentine Tango cut out the early running The field remained bunched in the early stages, with the pace looking to be a steady one.
Upon reaching the two furlong pole, the field began to mount their challenges as Royal Fixation was switched out to make her challenge. Ryan Moore opted to instead hug the rail, finding a nice gap when he needed it to take the lead Inside the final furlong.
The Ed Walker filly however would not go down without a fight and continued to pull out more to join American Queen inside the final hundred yards.
As the line approached the daughter of Palace Pier showed that little bit of extra class to come home the winner by a length.
America Queen ran an admirable race in second while Staya and Callum Shepherd found plenty of trouble in running and were forced to settle for third place.
THE PERTEMPS NETWORK YORKSHIRE OAKS (GROUP 1)
Despite only four going to post, we were still treated to a special performance by Minnie Hauk, who delivered Aidan O’Brien his fifth winner in the last six years.
As expected, Garden Of Eden set out to make the running under Wayne Lordan, with the pair moving into a solo lead. Qilin Queen sat second for Sky Bet Lowther winning trainer Ed Walker, with Estrange and Minnie Hauk held up in the rear
Despite being spread out, they looked to be travelling well as they went through the first half of the race, with the order remaining unchanged.
At the three furlong pole, the field began to stack up, with Garden Of Eden feeling the effects of her early exertions. Qilin Queen couldn’t throw down a sustained challenge and instead it was left to Estrange and Minnie Hauk to fight it out.
The Ballydoyle filly had first run on her rival and always looked to be travelling slightly better than her North Yorkshire based counterpart
Try as she might, Estrange could not bridge the gap and Minnie Hauk came home a ready winner by three-and-a-half-lengths, adding to her dual national Oaks titles.
Estrange ran a more than admirable race in second and looks likely to appreciate a softer surface next time out
GREEN KNAVESMIRE 300 –
OUR ENVIRONMENTAL STRATEGY
Initiatives
• Since 2018, we have reduced electricity across the site by 35%.
• Two boreholes (under D Car Park) provide the water for irrigation, using the sustainable aquifer.
• Our gas consumption reduced by 80%.
• Zero to Landfill commitment.
• Recycling initiative championed by the office team
• Beehives located on site, honey as an extra Owner prize this year!
• New running rail is made from 91% recycled plastics.
• The flower wall is now made of real petunia & petchoa, grown from seedlings by Head Gardener Zak Rafferty
• Single use plastic cutlery and coffee stirrers removed from site.
• Recycled paper from the site returns as equine bedding.
• Stableside switched to larger bottles of ketchup or shampoo, rather than sachets.
• Our award-winning flowers in our borders, hanging baskets, are grown from seed or seedling, within our own greenhouses and are RHS plants for pollinators.
• Now 5 Robot Mowers have been taking some of the heavy lifting off our Groundsteam, their batteries are charged by the solar panels.
• Regular newspaper subscriptions switched to digital
• Stableside operating as clothing recycling bank.
• Cardboard baler at Stableside to reduce waste.
• The “Guardians of Grub” initative is a focus on managing food waste.
Full range of bets available on all UK and Irish racing
Race 1 2.10 2m
1 Kentucky River (IRE) 10-1
2 Simiyann (IRE) 10-0
3 Hedonista (IRE) 9-12
4 Masterdream (FR) 9-9
5 Navid (GB) 9-6
6 Cogital (GB) 9-3
Race 2 2.45 7f 80y
1 Lost Signal (IRE) 9-11
2 Magnatura (IRE) 9-7
3 Must Be Ten (IRE) 9-4
4 Demetris Mouflon (GB) 8-9
Race 3 3.20 7f 80y
1 Chifa (IRE) 9-9
2 Flatley (GB) 9-8
3 Harbour Vision (GB) 9-7
4 Cypriot Diaspora (GB) 9-7
5 Mbappe (GB) 9-6
6 How’s The Guvnor (IRE) 9-5
FFOS LAS
7 Charencey (IRE) 9-3
8 Windsor Pass (IRE) 9-0
9 The Cola Kid (GB) 8-7
10 Eye of The Water (IRE) 8-4
Race 4 3.55 7f 80y
1 Kingsclere (USA) 9-9
2 On A Vespa (GB) 9-9
3 Step Along (GB) 9-8
4 Scenario (GB) 9-7
5 Champagnebreakfast (GB) 9-7
6 Dandy Khan (IRE) 9-6
7 Oldbury Lad (IRE) 9-0
8 Spinning Dancer (IRE) 9-0
9 Havana’s Dream (GB) 9-0
NEWMARKET
4 Cinque Verde (GB) 9-12
5 Thunder Blue (GB) 9-12
6 Expert Agent (GB) 9-8
7 Rajaking (GB) 9-7
8 Dapper Guest (IRE) 9-0
9 Equiano Springs (GB) 8-13
Race 2 1.20 6f
1 Toyotomi (FR) 9-6
2 Apollo One (GB) 9-3
3 Elmonjed (IRE) 9-3
4 Ferrous (IRE) 9-3
5 Iberian (IRE) 9-3
6 Lethal Levi (GB) 9-3
7 Shagraan (IRE) 9-3
8 Ten Pounds (IRE) 9-3
9 Invictus Gold (IRE) 9-0
10 Pellitory (GB) 9-0
11 Dubai Treasure (IRE) 8-12 Race 3 2.00
1 Inis Mor (FR) 9-9
2 Blue Samuna (IRE) 9-2
3 City Queen (IRE) 9-2
4 Enchanted Queen (GB) 9-2
5 Harlequin Breeze (IRE) 9-2
6 On Message (GB) 9-2
7 Remi Mae (GB) 9-2
8 Tashi Delek (IRE) 9-2
9 Ventana (IRE) 9-2
10 Wild Dahlia (GB) 9-2
Race 4 2.35 7f
1 Akrivos (IRE) 9-2
2 Blue Aria (GB) 9-2
3 I Can Dance (GB) 9-2
4 Monoceros (GB) 9-2
5 Night Patrol (IRE) 9-2
6 St Anton (IRE) 9-2
CHEERS TO A RUNNER TODAY
In a nod to Michael Bell’s runner in the big race today and we suspect to the good times had by her Owners, Elb Bloodstock Racing - try a special cocktail.
THE SPICY MARG
It is a Classic Margarita with Jalapeños for a hit of heat; described variously as spicy, tart and refreshing. Tequila, orange liqueur, fresh lime juice, salt, ice and a slice – what’s not to love
Race 5 4.30 1m 2f
1 Aljezur (IRE) 9-9
2 Bobby Dassler (IRE) 9-9
3 Fifty Sent (GB) 9-9
4 Olympic Quest (GB) 9-9
5 Rebel Cove (IRE) 9-9
6 Scarfo (IRE) 9-9
7 Stoneacre (IRE) 9-9
8 The Pug (IRE) 9-9 9 Hampson Green (GB) 9-2 10 Pacific Man (FR) 9-2 11 Ta Craic Ann (IRE) 9-2 Race 6 5.00
(IRE) 9-1 6 Beaune (IRE) 8-5
Race 5 3.10 6f
1 Angel Shared (GB) 9-12
2 Raneenn (IRE) 9-9
3 Miss Show Off (GB) 9-9
4 Arabian Leopard (GB) 9-6
5 Greydreambeliever (IRE) 9-6
6 Swiss Lightning (GB) 9-3
7 Cuban Lady (GB) 9-1
Race 6 3.45 1m 2f
1 Classic Speed (IRE) 9-12
2 Calibos (GB) 9-9
3 Arundel (IRE) 9-7
4 Huggable (GB) 9-7
5 Betty Bassett (IRE) 9-4
6 Gretna Dreams (IRE) 9-2
Race 7 4.20 1m 4f
1 Venezuelan (IRE) 9-9
2 Atlantic Sunset (IRE) 9-5
3 Bondi (IRE) 9-1
Discover it being served at the Cocktail bar in the Champagne Lawns & the Sharpo Bar – £10/glass
Runners & Riders
The Sky Bet Stakes (Heritage
Handicap) (GBBPlus Race)
One Mile About Four Furlongs (2,400 metres)
See page 94 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 1m 4f
Race Type: Heritage Handicap
Prize Money: £120,000
Age: 3+
Stalls: Centre
A competitive Heritage handicap for 3yo+ horses, run over a mile and a half.
Designed for close competition, the handicapper is the independent assessor who rates horses on past performance seeking to get them crossing the line together, by handing out differing weights.
The best will be the highest rated, Mount Atlas, here today, so will carry more weight.
Look for C (has won at York) or D (has won over this distance) against the horse’s name, noting Chillingham is one to show both
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: SHADOW DANCE
Trainer: Roger Varian
Jockey: James Doyle
Age/Weight: 4-9-11
Runners: 12 SP: 6/1
Showed great attitude to grind his way to the front late on.
Proved better for the rain and always did enough to come out on top.
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
RaceiQ Par Time: 2m 30.33s
(Based on going description: Good to firm-good in places)
Course Record: 2m 25.12s by Sea Wave (18-Aug-98)
All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last seven years
Leading course trainer (20-25): A Balding (35 wins from 201 runners, 17%) runs MOUNT ATLAS Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A Balding (10 wins from 45 runners, 22%) runs
Fancy That: R Varian won this race in 2016 and 2024 The stable runs FRENCH DUKE
Longest Travellers: ZANNDABAD trained by A J Martin & THIS SONGISFORYOU trained by E Mullinsboth Ireland.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 20th August.
KNAVESMIRE TIP
Trainer Roger Varian has won two of the last nine runnings and he relies on French Duke, who finished down the field over further at Goodwood last time out. He can go well on his third start after being gelded, but top-weight MOUNT ATLAS is preferred. A winner at Ascot last month when coming from off the pace with a well-timed run, an added 5lb may not stop him following up under Oisin Murphy. Doncaster second Marhaba The Champ has won here twice, including this prize in 2023, and could hit the frame at a massive price.
Distance: 1m 4f
Race Type: Heritage Handicap
Prize Money: £120,000
Age: 3+
Stalls: Centre
1 Mount Atlas (GB) (41)
Owner: Kingsclere Racing Club
Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
4 10-0 (63.5) (2)
B g Masar (IRE) - Highland Pass Jockey: Oisin Murphy
Form: 12-4551 D
Breeder: Kingsclere Stud
He has won three times from 1m 2f to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Won on his latest outing when 5-4fav at Ascot over 1m 4f (good to firm) last month, beating Night Breeze by 1l. Official BHA Rating 107 SP: 5-1
2
Naqeeb (IRE) (24)
B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Aghareed (USA)
Owner: Mr N. O’Keeffe
Trainer: Julie Camacho, Malton
3 This Songisforyou (USA) (15)
Gr or Ro g Temple City (USA) - Song of Hours (USA)
Owner: Mrs A. F. Mee
Trainer: Emmet Mullins, Ireland
5 9-12 (62.6) (4)
Jockey: Ryan Sexton
Form: 0-65302 D
Breeder: Shadwell Estate Co Ltd
Successful at 1m 4f and 1m 6f on good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 3 1/2l by Westridge when second of 18 at 28-1 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 1m 2f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 105 SP: 15-2
(6)
Jockey: Tom Marquand
310-655 Breeder: Malibu Farm LLC
Successful twice at 1m 2f on good ground; has also won a NH flat race. Finished 5l behind Sons And Lovers when fifth of 6 at 22-1 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Tote Ballyroan Stakes at Leopardstown over 1m 4f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 99 SP: 9-1
4 Insanity (GB) (13)
B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Queen’s Dream (IRE)
Owner: McNeill Family & The Spero Partnership
Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle
5 French Duke (IRE) (20)
(8)
Rossa Ryan
00-6103 D Breeder: Star Pointe Ltd
He has won four times from 1m 3f to 1m 5f on good and soft ground. Third of 10 behind Night Breeze beaten 1l at 5-1 on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m 4f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 97 SP: 17-2
B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Duchess of France (IRE) Jockey: James Doyle
Owner: Wathnan Racing
Trainer: Roger Varian, Newmarket Form: 2612-00 D
6
Champagne Prince (GB) (42)
Gr or Ro g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Maid Up
Owner: Mr P. W. Harris
Trainer: Jane Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket
Breeder: Mrs Joan Murphy
A winner at 1m 4f on good to firm ground. Beaten 11l behind Sam Hawkens at 6-1 when 10th of 14 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 1m 6f (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 97 SP: 7-1
Jockey: David Egan
Form: 21-1460 D
Breeder: Brightwalton Bloodstock Ltd
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m 4f on the all-weather Well beaten at 18-1 behind Oneforthegutter when last of 13 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 1m 6f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 95 SP: 25-1
7
Chillingham (IRE) (27)
B g Ulysses (IRE) - Last Jewel (IRE)
Owner: Mr J Carrick & Mr J Fyffe
Trainer: Edward Bethell, Middleham
8
Zanndabad (IRE) (55)
B g Iffraaj - Zanoubiya (IRE)
Owner: Mr P. Davies
Trainer: A. J. Martin, Ireland
(1)
Jockey: Hollie Doyle
Form: 20-0160 CD
Breeder: Lynch Bages Ltd & Lindy Farms
He has won four times from 1m 2f to 1m 4f on good to firm and soft ground. Beaten 14l behind Beylerbeyi at 10-3 when seventh of 9 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 94 SP: 10-1
8-13 (56.7) (7)
Jockey: William Buick
Form: 0/366-00
Breeder: His Highness the Aga Khan’s Studs S.C.
He has won four times from 1m 1f to 1m 2f on good to soft ground, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten 10l behind Spirit Mixer at 13-2 when 11th of 20 on his latest flat outing at Newcastle over 2m in June Official BHA Rating 92 SP: 11-1 No Horse Age st-lb (kgs) Draw
9
Asgard’s Captain (IRE) (13)
B g Make Believe - Twiggy’s Girl (IRE)
Owner: Quest Thoroughbreds - Asgard’s Captain
(3)
Jockey: John Egan
Breeder: Miss Eileen Farrelly
Trainer: Dylan Cunha, Newmarket Form: 140305 D
Has won eight races from 1m to 1m 4f on good ground and on the all-weather Finished 2l behind Night Breeze when fifth of 10 at 16-1 on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m 4f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 88 SP: 16-1
10
Marhaba The Champ (GB) (49)
Ch g Galileo (IRE) - Lady of The Desert (USA)
Owner: Ursa Major, Griffin & Leech
8-9 (54.9) (11)
Jockey: Jason Hart
Trainer: Sophie Leech, Westbury-on-Severn Form: 040-002 CD Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
He has won three times from 1m 1f to 1m 4f on good to firm and good to soft ground, but last win was over two years ago Beaten a neck by Arkinthestars when second of 7 at 13-2 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 1m 2f (good to firm) last month. Having his first run for a new stable today. Official BHA Rating 88 SP: 14-1
11
Austrian Theory (IRE) (15)
B g Awtaad (IRE) - Cedar Sea (IRE)
Owner: The Wolf Pack 2 and Partner
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
(5)
Jockey: Duran Fentiman
Form: 200550
Breeder: Epona Bloodstock Ltd and P.A Byrne
He has won four times from 7f to 1m 2f on good to firm and soft ground. Beaten 9l behind Crowd Quake at 7-1 when 10th of 12 on his latest outing at Chepstow over 1m 2f (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 83 SP: 12-1
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11...........................................................................................(EXACTA)
Hood worn by No 5. Visor worn by No 7. Running for the first time since Gelding No 6. STEWARDS NOTE
NAQEEB: Following its run on 29/7/2025 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe PROBABLE S.P.’S
5-1 Mount Atlas (GB), 7-1 French Duke (IRE), 15-2 Naqeeb (IRE), 17-2 Insanity (GB), 9-1 This Songisforyou (USA), 10-1 Chillingham (IRE), 11-1 Zanndabad (IRE), 12-1 Austrian Theory (IRE), 14-1 Marhaba The Champ (GB), 16-1 Asgard’s Captain (IRE), 25-1 Champagne Prince (GB)
RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION
FIRST RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Michael Shinners, Head of Sports PR.
Sky Bet have generously given £200 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race and £200 to the groom responsible for the winning horse.
GBB NOTICE
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
TheWeatherbys Lonsdale Cup FACT
FILE:
RACE HISTORY?
Distance
Two miles (3,200m)
Prize money £250,000
The race started life as a Listed contest and was called the Lonsdale Stakes, run over 1m7f198y It was promoted to Group 3 level in 1998, before being renamed the Lonsdale Cup and given Group 2 status in 2004. The distance was extended by 110 yards in 2007.
LUCK OF THE IRISH?
Since 1980, apart from Willie Mullins who won the race last year with Vauban and Max Dynamite in 2015, only Aidan O’Brien (2007) and Dermot Weld (2014) have won this race
SALUTING THE CROWD?
WHY IS IT SPECIAL?
The very best stayers in Europe have their season geared around “the Cup Races” of which the Weatherbys Lonsdale Cup features strongly With Classic and Gold Cup at Royal Ascot winners amongst its roll of honour, it is a race that is right up there with the best of them.
WHO HAS BEEN THE MOST SUCCESSFUL?
That honour befalls six horses who have each won the race twice - Further Flight (1992 & 1993), Double Eclipse (1995 & 1997), Celeric (1996 &1999), Persian Punch (1998 & 2001), Opinion Poll (2010 & 2011) & Stradivarius (2018, 2019, 2021).
Whilst he may not have been the highest rated, the much missed Sergeant Cecil was certainly a favourite with the Knavesmire crowds where he won four times from seven starts. He landed this prize in 2006 before following up in the following month’s Doncaster Cup, which was run here due to redevelopments on Town Moor His other victories here included the Sky Bet Ebor in 2005 and the 2007 Boodles Yorkshire Cup. Sergeant Cecil
John Dunlop
LEADING TRAINERS?
John Dunlop holds the record with five victories. Mark Johnston and David Elsworth have both won the race three times. John Gosden, saddled Stradivarius to win three renewals and in between his success, he won the race with Enbihaar in 2020 He now only sits one behind record holder John Dunlop, will Trawlerman or Sweet William tie them up?
LEADING RIDER?
Frankie Dettori surpassed Pat Eddery’s mark of five in 2019 thanks to Stradivarius. The pair then went one better in 2021 but his retirement from British racing leaves the door open for a new name to chase the pair down. The closest is William Buick with a chance for Trawlerman to take him to three victories after Times Up back in 2012 and Vauban last year.
WHAT AGE GROUP HAS THE BEST RECORD?
Since 1980 four-year-olds lead the way having won the race 13 times. Five-year-olds are next best, with nine victories, while three-year-olds have seven and six-year-olds have seven. Stradivarius (and Fujaira Prince & The Grand Visir) became the first seven-year-old to win this since Sergeant Cecil in 2006. The great Persian Punch being the other in 2001.
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The recently stepped back from licence-holding Mark Johnston has been a leading light for the White Rose county having won the race three times. Double Eclipse won the race twice in 1995 & 1997 with his dual Gold Cup at Royal Ascot winner Royal Rebel adding the third in 2000. Tim Easterby has also been successful when his St Leger winner Bollin Eric landed the honours in 2003. Al Qareem (Karl Burke) is the home county representative.
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Race preview from Weatherbys
It is an absolute pleasure to be sponsoring the Weatherbys Lonsdale Cup Stakes at York this afternoon, a Group 2 event staged over an extendedtwomiles.
Despite carrying a Group 1 penalty, the Godolphin-owned Trawlerman no doubt sets the standard here.
John and Thady Gosden’s sevenyear-old returned to UK shores with a comfortable Group 3 success and built on that effort when a wildly impressive winner of the Group 1 Gold CupatRoyalAscot.Underanexquisite William Buick ride, the son of Golden Horn dictated matters out in front, beforesurgingclearinemphaticstyle toaseven-lengthsuccess.Hehadtwo of these well behind that day, and a repeatoftheperformancewillseehim enterthewinners’enclosureagain.
DubaiFuturealsosportsthebluesilks of Godolphin for Saaed bin Suroor and the nine-year-old finished third at the Royal Meeting, albeit a distant four lengths behind the hot favourite. The nine-year-old was in terrific form in Dubai over the winter, winning the lucrative Dubai Gold Cup, but must bounce back to that form following a belowpareffortintheGoodwoodCup.
The Gosden team saddle Sweet William here, disappointing when fourth in the Gold Cup but bouncing rightbacktohisusualconsistentform when a good third in the Goodwood Cup last time. The six-year-old was a winner at this level last year at Doncaster and holds strong course form at York, having finished runnerup in the 2023 Ebor and returning this season with a close third in the Yorkshire Cup behind globetrotting sensationRebel’sRomance.
Aidan O’Brien landed the Goodwood Cup prize with unexposed threeyear-old Scandinavia and looks to accomplish a similar feat with agemate Shackleton here. The Camelot colt has good form over 14 furlongs,finishingaclosefourthinthe Queen’sVaseandrunner-uplasttime intheCurraghCup.Hehasafairbitto find on official ratings, but should still be improving and looks all stamina, soshouldbesuitedbythestepupin tripinfirst-timecheekpieces.
Karl Burke’s Al Qareem is as consistent as they come and is a tough,hardenedfront-runner.Thesixyear-oldhaswonthreeofhislastfour starts and will prove far from easy to pass.TomClover’sAlNayyirwasonly narrowlydeniedinlastyear’srenewal by Vauban, going down by just a shorthead,andreturnstoYorkonthe back of a similar narrow defeat at Sandown.
BIG RACE TRENDS
THE WEATHERBYS LONSDALE CUP (GROUP 2)
PREVIOUS WINNERS - LAST TEN RUNNINGS
Year
2023
2022
2021 Stradivarius John & Thady Gosden Frankie Dettori 4/6F 4 ran 3m 30.87 G/F
2020 Enbihaar John Gosden Jim Crowley 15/8F 7 ran 3m 33.57s G
2019 Stradivarius John Gosden Frankie Dettori 4/9F 4 ran 3m 27.06s G/F
2018 Stradivarius John Gosden Frankie Dettori 4/11F 9 ran 3m 29.69s G/F
2017 Montaly Andrew Balding P J McDonald 16/1 9 ran 3m 31.06s G
2016 Quest For More Roger Charlton George Baker 9/2 7 ran 3m 32.57s G/F
2015 Max Dynamite W P Mullins Frankie Dettori 8/1 8 ran 3m 33.09s G/S
AGE
Although three-year-olds are eligible for the Lonsdale Cup, the Classic generation easily have the worst record in the race, so hardly a shock that this year it is just Shackleton declared. When it comes to positives, the most successful age group are the five-year-olds however none were declared for this years renewal.
TRAINER
John Gosden has won this three times thanks to Stradivarius in 2018 and '19, while Enbihaar continued his golden streak in 2021 Trawlerman and Sweet William fly the Clarehaven flag today.
BETTING
Montaly triumphed in 2017 at odds of 16/1 and whilst Millenary (12/1) and Times Up (11/1) have also provided small shocks, they have proved the exception rather than the rule as those towards the head of the market. There have been five winning favourites in the last ten renewals and the average winning SP during the same time is around 5/1.
RECENT FORM
Stayers tend to mature as the season goes on and therefore it isn’t completely surprising to note that only four recent winners of this race had been successful on their previous start However, only one of the last ten winners of this race had not achieved a top four finish last time which suggests that it is the form horses coming into the race that are the group to focus on. This doesn't bode well for Dubai Future.
CLASS
Opinion Poll, Pale Mimosa, Max Dynamite and, most recently, Montaly all went on to win the Lonsdale Cup having not contested a Group race on their most recent start, but on the whole these are exceptional in that respect. Every other winner contested either a Group 1 or 2 contest on their previous outing, including last year's winner, Vauban.
KEY TRENDS
Finished in the first four last time out
Contested a Group 1 or 2 on their latest outing
Focus on those towards the head of the betting
CONCLUSION
The fine record of Clarehaven makes Sweet William and the pick of the trends TRAWLERMAN hard to look beyond in this year's renewal. The former represents the six-year-olds, who have won four of the previous ten renewals and will be partnered by Robert Havlin. Trawlerman marginally gets the nod because of the fine record of favourites in the last ten years, with four getting the job done. He was a Group One winner last time out and brings plenty of quality form to the race. Sole three-year-old Shackleton looks to have his work cut out for him if going off the poor record of the classic generation. While two-time York winner Al Qareem steps up in trip but he only contested a Group Three last time out, which would be a slight negative against his name.
2nd Race 2.25
The Weatherbys Lonsdale Cup (Group 2)
Two Miles About 56 Yards (3,200 metres)
See page 94 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 2m
Race Type: Group Two
Prize Money: £250,000
Age: 3+
Stalls: Inside Rail
The Weatherbys Hamilton Lonsdale Cup is part of the Pattern pyramid which denotes the best contests, Listed, Group 3, Group 2 (like this one) and Group 1.
This race is open to 3yo+ horses, run over two miles which is the longest distance of the week.
Weight allowances are granted based on age, gender and previous success. As the only three-year-old, Shackleton carries just 8st 8lb There are no fillies nor mares this afternoon, so no complications in that regard.
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: VAUBAN
Trainer: Willie Mullins
Jockey: William Buick
Age/Weight: 6-9-5
Runners: 9 SP: 11/2
Ran at an even pace, Vauban made smooth headway over 3f out and just did enough to hold off late challenger Al Nayyir
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
RaceiQ Par Time: 3m 28.97s
(Based on going description: Good to firm-good in places)
Course Record: 3m 27.06s by Stradivarius (23-Aug-19)
All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last seven years
Leading course trainer (20-25): K R Burke (29 wins from 258 runners, 11%) runs AL QAREEM Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): K R Burke (9 wins from 34 runners, 26%) runs AL QAREEM
Fancy That: J & T Gosden won this race in 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021. The stable runs TRAWLERMAN and SWEET WILLIAM today.
Longest Traveller: SHACKLETON trained by A O’Brien, Ireland.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 20th August.
KNAVESMIRE TIP
TRAWLERMAN arrives on the back of wins in the Henry II at Sandown and the Gold Cup at Ascot by seven lengths from the classy Illinois. Despite carrying a Group 1 penalty for the latter success, the former Ebor hero should prove a tough nut to crack once again. Shackleton gets a stone from his older rival as a three-year-old and the Irish Derby eighth has to be of interest at these weights, while Al Qareem is hard to ignore in his hunt for a hat-trick on the Knavesmire.
TRAWLERMAN Shackleton
2nd Race 2.25
The Weatherbys Lonsdale Cup
1 Trawlerman (IRE) (64)
B g Golden Horn - Tidespring (IRE)
Owner: Godolphin
Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket
Distance: 2m
Race Type: Group Two
Prize Money: £250,000
Age: 3+
Stalls: Inside Rail
7 9-8 (60.8) (4)
Form: 323-511 C D
Breeder: Godolphin
Has won nine races from 1m 2f to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft and on the all-weather Won on his latest outing when 85-40fav in the Group 1 Gold Cup at Ascot over 2m 4f (good to firm) in June, beating Illinois by 7l. Has also won at Sandown this season. Official BHA Rating 121 SP: 8-11
2 Al Nayyir (GB) (49)
B g Dubawi (IRE) - Bright Beacon
Owner: Mr Elbashir Elhrari
Trainer: Tom Clover, Newmarket
7 9-5 (59.4) (6)
Form: D5-5032
Breeder: Godolphin
Winner of five races from 1m 2f to 1m 7f on good and soft ground and on the all-weather Beaten a short head by Coltrane when second of 4 at 7-2 on his latest outing at Sandown over 2m (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 111 SP: 14-1
3 Al Qareem (IRE) (41)
B g Awtaad (IRE) - Moqla
Owner: Nick Bradley Racing 33, Burke & partner
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
6 9-5 (59.4) (5)
Form: 4-31211 C
Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited
Has won 11 races from 7f to 1m 7f on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather Won on his latest outing when 4-7fav here over 1m 6f (good to firm) last month, beating Samui by 2 1/2l. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 114 SP: 7-1
4
Dubai Future (GB) (24)
B g Dubawi (IRE) - Anjaz (USA)
Owner: Godolphin
Trainer: Saeed bin Suroor, Newmarket
9 9-5 (59.4) (3)
Form: 4/-11036 D Breeder: Godolphin
Has won nine races from 1m 2f to 2m on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Finished 8l behind Scandinavia when sixth of 8 at 28-1 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Al Shaqab Goodwood Cup Stakes at Goodwood over 2m (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 114 SP: 28-1
5
Sweet William (IRE) (24)
B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Gale Force
Owner: Normandie Stud Ltd
Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket
6 9-5 (59.4) (1)
Form: 212-343 D
Breeder: Normandie Stud Ltd
Winner of five races from 1m 4f to 2m 2f on ground varying from good to firm to heavy. Third of 8 behind Scandinavia beaten 3 1/2l at 4-1 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Al Shaqab Goodwood Cup Stakes at Goodwood over 2m (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 115 SP: 13-2
6 Shackleton (IRE) (34)
B c Camelot - Damaniyat Girl (USA)
Owner: P Brant/Mrs J Magnier/M Tabor/D Smith
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien, Ireland
3 8-8 (54.4) (2)
Form: 13-4402
Breeder: Lynch Bages Ltd
A winner at 1m 1f on good ground. Beaten 5l by Al Riffa when second of 7 at 3-1 on his latest outing in the Group 2 Michael John Kennedy Curragh Cup at Curragh over 1m 6f (good) last month. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time Official BHA Rating 107 SP: 10-1
W. M. Lordan Anatoliy Komisar
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 6............................................................................................(EXACTA)
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 6. Hood worn by No. 1, 4. Visor worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 4.
PROBABLE S.P.’S
8-11 Trawlerman (IRE), 13-2 Sweet William (IRE), 7-1 Al Qareem (IRE), 10-1 Shackleton (IRE), 14-1 Al Nayyir (GB), 28-1 Dubai Future (GB)
RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION
William Buick
James Doyle Billy Crossland
Clifford Lee Danielle Mooney
Kevin Stott Andre De Matos
Robert Havlin Manohar Parmar
1. Trawlerman, 2. Al Nayyir 3, Al Qareem, 4. Dubai Future, 5. Sweet William & 6. Shackleton all hold an entry in the QIPCO British Champions Long Distance Cup on Saturday 18th October for which supplementary entries can be received by noon on Monday 13th October for a stake of £37,500
6. Shackleton also holds an entry in the Betfred St Leger on Saturday 14th September for which supplementary entries can be received by noon on Monday 9th September for a stake of £50,000
SECOND RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Nick Craven, Executive Director.
Weatherbys have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race and £50 to the racing groom responsible for the winning horse
THE RAY GILPIN AWARD FOR THE TOP JOCKEY OF SKY BET EBOR FESTIVAL
This award remembers Ray Gilpin, a popular figure in both the Weighing Room & Press Room who sadly passed away in 2015.
A proud welshman, you’ll notice the armband worn by the rider in front, is in scarlet. The colour of the scarf that Ray always wore to the races.
William Buick leads the way on three wins With Rossa Ryan, Tom Marquand and Ryan Moore on two.
DISH OF THE DAY
Ray Gilpin (1942-2015)
TOP TRAINER AT YORK AWARD
The Championship will be determined by the number of winners recorded and in the event of a tie, placed efforts will prove the deciding factor. The winner will receive the coveted Charles Clinkard Trophy and a smart pair of shoes plus £2,500 for the stable to share and a Christmas Party here at York in December.
William Haggas now sits in a share of second place, after Bullet Point improved again to score.
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THE AL BASTI EQUIWORLD, DUBAI GIMCRACK STAKES (GROUP 2)
PREVIOUS WINNERS - LAST TEN RUNNINGS
2024 Cool Hoof Luke Andrew Balding Oisin Murphy 8/1 10 ran 1m 10.78s G
2023 Lake Forest
William Haggas Tom Marquand 16/1 10 ran 1m
TRAINER
Of those with runners this year, Kevin Ryan has the best record having won the race four times, courtesy of Amadeus Wolf (2005), Blaine (2012), Astaire (2013) and most recently Emaraaty Ana in 2018 He has one live chance today in Rock Of Thunder.
RECENT FORM
A last time out victory is not essential with six of the last ten winners having had such form to their name However, it is worth noting only two horses in the last decade had finished outside of the first three on their most recent start, as Lake Forest became the second in 2023. A negative for Reciprocated, Egoli, Comical Point, Irish Fighter and Yorkshire Puds.
Interestingly, fewer than half of the winners in the last decade contested a Group race on their most recent outing, with only one of the last twelve winners, being successful in a group race.
CONCLUSION
DISTANCE
Eight of the last twelve winners of this race had previously won over this 6f trip suggesting that the proven ability to stay the trip is becoming more and more important compared to the noughties, when many had not yet graduated from five furlongs. Reciprocated, Egoli, Lifeplan and Rock On Thunder, have all won over six furlongs.
BETTING
In the last decade there have been only three winning favourites of the Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai Gimcrack but they all came in the last seven years. Nine of those winners were sent off at single-figure odds. Also look to those higher rated, nine of the twelve winners were rated 102 or higher. Only Do Or Do Not is rated above 102 today.
KEY TRENDS
Win over six furlongs
Finished in first three last time
Not favourite
A wide open renewal of the Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai Gimcrack is currently headed by Do Or Do Not. While favourites don't have an inspiring record, he is the only one with a rating above 102, which has traditionally been a good bench mark. He has however yet to win over six furlongs, which is an important trend and can be overlooked from a trends perspective. Kevin Ryan's impressive record in the race makes ROCK OF THUNDER the pick of the trends this year. A winner over six furlongs, he has already contested a Group race this season, when ninth in the Group 2 Coventry Stakes and he also managed to finish in the first three last time out, when beaten into second. Egoli and Comical Point both contested a Group race last time out but were well beaten and would have to become only the third horse in the last ten years to win when not finishing in the places last time out. Lifeplan is still light on experience but may spring a surprise.
3rd Race 3.00
The Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai Gimcrack Stakes
(In honour of Tom Lacy) (Group 2)
Six Furlongs (1,200 metres)
See page 94 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 6f
Race Type: Group Two
Prize Money: £250,000
Age: 2c&g
Stalls: Centre
Again, part of the Pattern pyramid, this Group 2 race is for 2yo colts and geldings run over six furlongs.
The short distance usually makes for a tight finish.
Looking for help? Then follow the racecourse tipster, who has marked his selections with a red bi plane.
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: COOL HOOF LUKE
Trainer: Andrew Balding
Jockey: Oisin Murphy
Age/Weight: 2-9-2
Runners: 10 SP: 8/1
A well-judged ride by Oisin Murphy, plotting Cool Hoof Luke a delicate course through the field to a clear path and ultimately to victory by ¾ of a length.
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
RaceiQ Par Time: 1m 10.45s
(Based on going description: Good to firm-good in places)
Course Record: 1m 8.90s by Tiggy Wiggy (21-Aug-14)
All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last seven years
Leading course trainer (20-25): A Balding (35 wins from 201 runners, 17%) runs COMICAL POINT
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A Balding (10 wins from 45 runners, 22%) runs COMICAL POINT
Longest Traveller: EGOLI trained by R Beckett, Kimpton Down, 251 miles.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 20th August.
KNAVESMIRE TIP
Do Or Do Not ran well for a long way before finishing third in the Vintage at Goodwood and in first-time cheekpieces dropping back to 6f, he looks a major player. RECIPROCATED pulled too hard before finishing last in a Listed race over further at Ascot, but had impressed when winning his first two starts at Nottingham and Carlisle. This test should play to his strengths a lot more, while Egoli won here in July and may hold on for third.
RECIPROCATED Do Or Do Not
3rd Race 3.00
The Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai
Gimcrack Stakes
Horse
1 Comical Point (IRE) (43)
B c Blue Point (IRE) - Dandy’s Beano (IRE)
Owner: Mr Saeed Suhail
Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
Distance: 6f
Race Type: Group Two
Prize Money: £250,000
Age: 2c&g
Stalls: Centre
st-lb (kgs) Draw
9-2 (58.1) (4)
Form: 156
Breeder: JC Bloodstock & Goodwill Bloodstock
Foaled 22 Mar A winner at 5f on good to firm ground Finished 16l behind Zavateri when last of 6 at 12-1 on his latest outing in the Group 2 Kingdom Of Bahrain July Stakes at Newmarket over 6f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 95 SP: 14-1
2 Do Or Do Not (IRE) (24)
B c Space Blues (IRE) - Dettoria
Owner: TBT Racing
Trainer: Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn
9-2 (58.1) (1)
Form: 02223
Breeder: D. G. Iceton
Foaled 2 Apr Placed in four of five starts. Third of 10 behind Zavateri beaten 2l at 7-1 on his latest outing in the Group 2 Coral Vintage Stakes at Goodwood over 7f (good) last month. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time Official BHA Rating 105 SP: 15-8
3
Egoli (GB) (22)
B c No Nay Never (USA) - Solar Gold (IRE)
Owner: Cayton Park Stud Limited
Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down
9-2 (58.1) (5)
Form: 5116 CD
Breeder: Cayton Park Stud Ltd
Foaled 2 Apr Successful twice at 6f on good to firm and good ground. Finished 8l behind Coppull when sixth of 9 at 13-2 on his latest outing in the Group 2 Markel Richmond Stakes at Goodwood over 6f (good) last month. Has won at Newbury and York this season. Official BHA Rating 93 SP: 12-1
4
Irish Fighter (IRE) (34)
B c Profitable (IRE) - Sophistry
Owner: Mr Ali Salman
Trainer: Ismail Mohammed, Newmarket
9-2 (58.1) (8)
Form: 2015
Breeder: John Brady & Derek Gibbons
Foaled 18 Feb. A winner at 5f on good to firm ground. Finished 2 1/2l behind Anthelia when fifth of 19 at 14-1 on his latest outing at Newbury over 5f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 87 SP: 28-1
5 Lifeplan (IRE) (28)
B c Kodi Bear (IRE) - A Taad Moody (IRE)
Owner: Martin Tedham & Wasdell Properties Ltd.
Trainer: Declan Carroll, Malton
9-2 (58.1) (6)
Form: 1 D
Breeder: Miss Joann Lyons
Foaled 25 Feb. Dam a lightly raced maiden. A winner at 5-1 at Thirsk over 6f (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Flying Comet by 1l. Official BHA Rating - SP: 5-1
6
Reciprocated (GB) (28)
Gr c Havana Grey - Radio Gaga
Owner: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
9-2 (58.1) (3)
Form: 116 D
Breeder: Richard Kent
Foaled 29 Apr Successful twice at 6f on good and soft ground. Finished 13l behind Time To Turn when last of 6 at 9-4 on his latest outing at Ascot over 7f (good) last month. Has won at Carlisle and Nottingham this season. Official BHA Rating 99 SP: 4-1
7 Rock On Thunder (IRE) (35)
B c Night of Thunder (IRE) - Boston Rocker (IRE)
Owner: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton
9-2 (58.1) (7)
Form: 102 D
Breeder: J. Hanly, A. Stroud & Skymarc Farm
Foaled 17 Apr. A winner at 6f on good ground. Beaten 4l by Wise Approach when second of 5 at 3-1 on his latest outing at Newbury over 6f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 95 SP: 8-1
8 Yorkshire Puds (IRE) (24)
B c Mehmas (IRE) - Puds
Owner: RP Racing Ltd
Trainer: Michael Appleby, Oakham
9-2 (58.1) (2)
Form: 30
Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
Foaled 27 Jan. Dam won twice at 5f and 6f Placed once in two starts. Beaten 16l behind Stellar Sunrise at 11-1 when 12th of 15 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 6f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating - SP: 100-1
Oisin Murphy Liam Daffey
Tom Marquand
Rossa Ryan Wayton Van Staden
Mickael Barzalona Yar Muhammad
Zak Wheatley Chloe Black
Clifford Lee Ajit Singh
Kevin Stott Habib (Sunny) Farjad
Jason Hart Johnathon Elmslie
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 8............................................................................................(EXACTA)
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 2. STEWARDS NOTE
COMICAL POINT: Following its run on 10/7/2025 it was reported that the horse ran too free. PROBABLE S.P.’S
15-8 Do Or Do Not (IRE), 4-1 Reciprocated (GB), 5-1 Lifeplan (IRE), 8-1 Rock On Thunder (IRE), 12-1 Egoli (GB), 14-1 Comical Point (IRE), 28-1 Irish Fighter (IRE), 100-1 Yorkshire Puds (IRE)
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Tom Buchanan and Barry Lacy.
Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai have generously given £200 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race and £100 and a gift to the racing groom responsible for the winning horse.
Today’s Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai Gimcrack Stakes is run in honour of Tom Lacy, a greatly respected jockey, trainer and breeder and a dear friend of mine who passed away last month at the age of 89.
A great family man and a true lover of horses Tom’s accolades are many, and although more particularly recognised across the Irish sea in his home country, his contribution to the racing industry continues to reverberate throughout the international racing community.
Aside from the many great horses he was associated with – Height Of Fashion as a rider, Ingabelle and Persian Force as a trainer and breeder - perhaps his greatest legacy is to be found in the careers he nurtured, most famously that of the late Pat Smullen, nine times Irish Champion Jockey and winner of 12 European Classics.
They will both be fondly remembered today.
Malih Al Basti Founder & CEO
Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai
WHEN IS A T TAL PRIZE FUND
NOT A FINAL TOTAL… SUPPLEMENTARY ENTRIES
The Total Prize Fund is the total amount of money that the horses in a race are competing for and to be split between the winner and the placed horses.
The split of prize money between the podium horses and then between the owner, trainer, jockeys and stable is subject to a fairly complicated formula. However in outline the winning owner receives 441/2%, trainer 51/2%, jockey 4% and stable 21/2%. You can see further details of the split between horses on the page called “Race Conditions” near the back of this racecard.
The prize money on offer at the Sky Bet Ebor Festival is set to attract the very best horses this week. It is funded from several sources; the racecourse itself, the sponsors, the levy board and the entry fees paid by the owners –sometimes referred to as the “Stake” hence the term “Stakes”.
For the major races there are a series of entry dates whereby connections will decide to enter the race and then whether to stay in the race as the performance of the horse and plans for it unfold.
For most Group races, the horses would usually be entered with quite a while to go before the raceday, for example the Coolmore Wootton Bassett Nunthorpe Stakes closed for original entries on July 1st.
However, there is a late “supplementary entry” stage six days before the race. This is designed to allow a horse that may be a late developer or whose plans have changed to take their chance. The supplementary entry fee is set at a higher level than the normal entry route so it takes a bold move by the owners. If you think about it terms of playing
poker, the connections of a late entrant have a better idea of their opposition so pay a premium.
In a real example, to explain the numbers today, the total prize fund for the Coolmore Wootton Bassett Nunthorpe Stakes has risen because of three supplementary entry, with Lady Iman, Spicy Marg and Rumstar joining the field.
Talented Irish juvenile Lady Iman lines up for Ger Lyons after an emphatic success at Goodwood. She’s only been beaten once in her five starts and is well worth her place in an open looking renewal.
Spicy Marg also tasted victory at Goodwood for Elb Bloodstock and could spring a surprise. Rumstar brings more experience as a five-year-old but is a Group 3 winner already this season.
The breakdown of the new prize pots can be seen below.
Coolmore Wootton Bassett Nunthorpe
Lady Iman
JUVENILES IN THE COOLMORE NUNTHORPE
It takes less than a minute to win the Coolmore Nunthorpe, but a very special type of juvenile to get close, let alone win what is now one of the top sprints in Europe
The Nunthorpe has been a Group 1 since 1984, before then two-yearolds enjoyed some success- High Treason, My Beau and Ennis all put their elders in their place in the 1950’s but in more modern times it has been done just twice, by horses rightly called “speedballs.”
Probably the most famous came in 1992 when the amazing Lyric Fantasy, arrived on the Knavesmire unbeaten, with a series of wins that included the Queen Mary at Royal Ascot.
Known as ‘The Pocket Rocket’ she provided Richard Hannon senior with one of his most memorable days as the flying filly saw off stablemate Mr Brooks, who had been sent off as favourite having won the Group One July Cup Somehow jockey Michael ‘Muis’ Roberts managed his weight to ride Lyric Fantasy at a now scarce believable 7st 8lb - it was a huge performance by horse and rider
A little more recently, in 2007, jockey Jimmy Quinn enjoyed probably the most memorable day of his career He was aboard Kingsgate Native, then trained by John Best, as the pairing took advantage of the significant weight concession to storm home from Desert Lord and Dandy Man, with stars like Amadeus Wolf and Red Clubs trailing in their wake
Others have tried and come close- the year before Lyric Fantasy the Jack Berry trained Paris House had come second, beaten only by legendary champion sprinter, Sheikh Albadou. Acapulco sent the Coolmore team loco in 2015, having won the Group 2 Queen Mary, she finished second to Mecca’s Angel. A little over twenty years later in 2022, another locally trained star finished in the same silver medal slot. Richard Fahey sent out The Platinum Queen to find only another legend, Highfield Princess, too fast.
Just two years ago, the Mick Appleby trained Big Evs was sent to post as a 5-1 chance to join the Roll of Honour- but sadly things did not work out and he only beat two horses home on the day that Live in the Dream so memorably grabbed the headlines.
So, it is hugely to the credit of connections of Spicy Marg and Lady Iman that they seek the majority of the now £697,500 purse and their own place in the history of the turf.
Kingsgate Native
Lyric Fantasy
GLOBAL TARGETS AWAIT...
The field in the Coolmore Wootton Bassett Nunthorpe demonstrate the global nature of top class flat racing competition. To further encourage this competition, various famous racing associations around the world have offered attractive incentives to the winner.
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The field in the Coolmore Wootton Bassett Nunthorpe demonstrate the global nature of top class flat racing competition. To further encourage this competition Breeders’ Cup Ltd have offered an attractive incentive to the winner as part of the Breeders’ Cup Challenge Series. The successful sprinter this afternoon if nominated with Breeders’ Cup will receive both free entry and a guaranteed start gate in the five furlong $1m Breeders’ Cup Turf Sprint to be run at Del Mar on Saturday November 1st Combined with a travel allowance of $40,000 this is a bonus to California bound connections and this represents an exciting innovation this year. The feature contests on Wednesday and Thursday had connections and benefits to their equivalent contests; with the Tattersalls Acomb adding a juvenile link, on the same principles.
Those running in today’s Coolmore Wooton Bassett Nunthorpe could well
up in the final sprint race on British Champions Day, Britain’s richest raceday with £4.35 million in prize money on Saturday 18th October.
BLOODSTOCK EROES H
COOLMORE
Most people are familiar with the terms “thoroughbred” and “pedigree”. But did you know that the former means the horse is descended from one of just three stallions? Known as the foundation stallions, two of them performed their duties within twenty miles of York. The Darley Arabian stood at Aldby Hall near Stamford Bridge, whilst the Byerley Turk was at Goldsborough Hall, just outside Knaresborough.
The trio was completed by the Godolphin Arabian, a resident just over the county line at Longsford Hall in Derbyshire. Over the intervening three hundred years some of the blood lines have become more successful than others and this genealogy gives every horse its pedigree, or family tree.
Coming up to date and Coolmore, sponsors of today’s feature race, continue the bloodstock tradition of great stallions. Originally, a relatively small farm, owner Tim Vigors, a famous fighter pilot in the Battle of Britain, began transforming it in 1968 and after going into partnership with Vincent O’Brien and Robert Sangster the three men built it up into the well-known stud farm it is today. Vigors sold his interest to O’Brien and his son-in-law John Magnier and it was Magnier who built the stud into a multi-national, multi-billion-euro operation. On most occasions, the superstar stallions of their generation had proved themselves on the racecourse. Coolmore’s greatest stallion, Galileo, who was sadly lost in 2021 at the age of 23, destroyed his rivals in both the Epsom Derby and the Irish equivalent before completing an impressive hat-trick in the King George at Ascot. Following his retirement, he was Champion Sire in 12 different years and in August 2024, almost a year ago to the day today, achieved a century of Group 1 winners when Content won the Yorkshire Oaks.
If you were to glance at his most successful progeny, you would see that he has sired many of the best racehorses in recent years, making an indelible mark on modern horse racing. These include Frankel, New Approach, Australia and Gleneagles - all now stallions in their own right but this is
by no means a coincidence.
Galileo was not only a super sire, but he made his name as a sire of sires, with more than 20 of his sons having sired Group 1 winners in their own right, and that trait has no doubt been passed on from his sire Sadler’s Wells. He too stood at Coolmore and comes from the Northern Dancer line, regarded as one of the most productive bloodlines in the history of thoroughbred racing.
In Galileo’s stead, Coolmore now stand numerous big race winners in Camelot, Churchill and more recently Saxon Warrior, St Mark’s Basilica, Paddington and four time Group One winner City Of Troy, all looking to continue their huge influence on the bloodstock world. One standout is Camelot, who now has 73 Group winners and 53 Stakes winners worldwide including last year’s Irish Derby winner Los Angeles and Curragh Pretty Polly winner Bluestocking. This afternoon’s feature race title nods at yet another whose prospects continue to look as bright as his on-course career, Wootton Bassett.
The son of Iffraaj already has 183 Flat Stakes performers, which includes 50 Group winners. Tattersalls Musidora winner Whirl has picked up a duo of Group Ones since that success, first winning Curragh Pretty Polly Stakes before taking the Qatar Nassau Stakes. While both Camille Pissarro and Henri Mattisse have achieved Group One glory in France. Coolmore continue to produce Classic winners year on year and as a result continue to set a benchmark, in part thanks to the exploits of the great Galileo, who will always be much missed.
Wootton Bassett
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JUNGLE
Trainer: John & Sean Quinn Jockey: Jason Hart
Trainer: Clive Cox
MANACCAN
Trainer: John Ryan Jockey: Clifford Lee
NIGHT RAIDER
Trainer: Karl Burke Jockey: James Doyle
Trainer: Jonathan Portman
SPARTAN ARROW
Trainer: Archie Watson Jockey: Hollie Doyle
WASHINGTON HEIGHTS
Trainer: Kevin Ryan Jockey:
Trainer: Kevin Ryan Jockey: Kevin Stott
Trainer: Adrian Murray
Trainer: Henry Dwyer
Trainer: William Knight
Trainer: Ed Walker
Trainer: Jack Davison
Trainer: Ed Walker
Trainer:
Trainer: Michael Bell
The Coolmore Wootton Bassett Nunthorpe Stakes FACT
FILE:
A BRIEF HISTORY?
Five furlongs (1,000m)
Prize money £600,000
The race is named after Nunthorpe, an area of York located to the north of the racecourse
The first version, a low-grade selling race, was established in 1903 before the present version began in 1922 when it was won by Two Step.
THE AMERICAN CONNECTION?
The race became part of the Breeders’ Cup Challenge series in 2011 which means the winner of this year’s race earns an automatic invitation to compete in the Breeders’ Cup Turf Sprint at Keeneland, Kentucky on Saturday 4th November. Star US-trained filly, Acapulco ran an eye catching second in 2015 and Lady Aurelia filled the same spot in 2017, just pipped at the post by Marsha in a thriller. Golden Pal failed to make amends in 2021 for Wesley Ward And no, neither Arizona Blaze nor Washington Heights actually count as American despite their names!
TWO-YEAR-OLDS?
The race is one of a limited number of races in which two-year-old horses can compete against their elders. The first of just five juveniles to win was High Treason in 1953, and the most recent was Kingsgate Native in 2007. After confident supplementary entries, Spicy Marg or Lady Iman are the pair left who can claim this feat
WHY IS IT SPECIAL?
It is one of only three Group 1 five furlong sprints in Europe - the others being the King’s Stand Stakes at Royal Ascot and the Prix de l’Abbaye at Longchamp on Arc day.
FOREIGN RAIDERS?
Ireland’s Dermot Weld won the race in 1984 with Committed. Since then Aidan O’Brien has added a musical double with Stravinsky (1999) and Mozart (2001). Racing fans from the County Meath will be cheering their twin representatives, Arizona Blaze and She’s Quality While Lady Iman has brought Ger Lyons over the Irish Sea.
France’s Robert Collet won the race in 1986 with Last Tycoon as did John Hammond with Nuclear Debate in 2000 despite his non-French passport. Australia chipped in when Ortensia won for Paul Messara in 2012, giving the race a full international flavour Another Aussie Asfoora, is back to have another go after finishing fourth last year
Ortensia
Kingsgate Native
Michael Dods
LEADING TRAINER?
Ossie Bell currently holds the record with 5 victories - Highborn II (1926, 1927), Greenore (1932), Concerto (1933) & Ipsden (1937). In the modern era Aidan O’Brien, Michael Dods, Sir Mark Prescott and Charlie Hills have each won the race twice, though none can add to that tally today. Last year’s winning trainer, Archie Watson, hopes Spartan Arrow will follow Bradsell to give him a brace. In a similar vein the Quinns will have fond memories of Highfield Princess in 2022 as Jm Jungle looks to maintain his progressive trajectory.
LEADING RIDER?
The late Lester Piggott holds the record with 7 victories – Right Boy (1958, 1959), Matatina (1963), Caterina (1966), Tower Walk (1969), Swing Easy (1971) & Solinus (1978). Of the current crop, Jim Crowley and Paul Mulrennan are the only jockeys to ride more than one winner, thanks to their association with Battaash and Mecca’s Angel respectively
HAT-TRICK
HEAVEN
A Century since its first staging, only two horses have managed to win the Coolmore Nunthorpe three times - Tag End in 1928, 1929 & 1930 and Sharpo in 1980, 1981 & 1982. Defending champion, Live in the Dream would join the elevated company of dual winner’s Mecca’s Angel, Battaash, Bordelescott and Sole Power, since the turn of the millennium.
WHO ARE THE SPONSORS?
Now in it’s seventeenth year of sponsorship, Coolmore are a worldwide breeding and racing operation.
With studs in Ireland, Australia and the United States they stand some of racings leading stallions including Camelot, Australia, Churchill and Wootton Bassett.
Not too bad at all. In 1997, the White Rose county won the race twice! The David Barron-trained Costal Bluff and the much missed David “Dandy” Nicholls-trained Ya Malak dead-heated for first place. Nicholls then won it outright with Bahamian Pirate in 2004 before our old favourite Borderlescott won back-to-back in 2008-09. Mecca’s Angel scored for the second year in a row for Michael Dods and the North in 2016. Yorkshire have continued their fine form in recent years as Tim Easterby claimed the prize in 2021 with Winter Power. John Quinn’s superstar Highfield Princess landed the race in 2022, rounding off what was an excellent season. A trio of northern operations (Karl Burke, Kevin Ryan & The Quinn’s) will want to repeat that feat
John Quinn
Jim Crowley
The Coolmore Wootton Bassett Nunthorpe
Bradsell - Winner Of Last Year’s Race
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The Coolmore Wootton Bassett
Nunthorpe Stakes (Group 1)
Five Furlongs (1,000 metres)
See page 94 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 5f
Race Type: Group One
Prize Money: £697,500 (Inc Supplementary)
Age: 2+
Stalls: Centre
Our feature race, as a Group One, is of the highest possible quality attracting the best sprinters in training.
Made for the fastest of the fast at just five furlongs; it is also one of the few contests where all horses of all ages go head-to-head, hence Lady Iman and Spicy Marg taking a reduction to just 8 stone 2lb Other weight allowances are granted based on age, gender and previous success. As a three-year-old filly, Sayidah Dariyan carries just 9st 10lb, whilst an older horse like Night Raider has 10st 1lb as a burden.
To assist your selection, why not visit the Parade Ring to look at these impressive creatures, or check the Smart View guide on p64-65.
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: BRADSELL
Trainer: Archie Watson
Jockey: Hollie Doyle
Age/Weight: 4-9-13
Runners: 12 SP: 3/1
Tracked Ponntos as far as he could before taking the lead easily over 2f out. Was never truly challenged by the others to win in commanding style
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
RaceiQ Par Time: 57.05s (Based on going description: Good to firm-good in places)
Course Record: 55.90s by Battaash (23-Aug-19)
All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last seven years
Leading course trainer (20-25): K R Burke (29 wins from 258 runners, 11%) runs
RAIDER
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): K R Burke (9 wins from 34 runners, 26%) runs NIGHT RAIDER
Longest Traveller: ASFOORA trained by H Dwyer, Australia. NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 20th August.
KNAVESMIRE TIP
Lady Iman has stolen all of the headlines leading up to this event as she was supplemented after her Molecomb triumph last month and the daughter of Starman is worth her place at this level. Course winner Jm Jungle produced a career-best when defeating She’s Quality by a neck in a Group 2 at Goodwood earlier in the month and it would be no surprise to see him confirm that form. However, Commonwealth Cup silver medallist ARIZONA BLAZE looks the way to go Adrian Murray’s three-year-old accounted for Mgheera by two lengths in a Group 2 at the Curragh on his most recent start and can continue his upward trajectory
ARIZONA BLAZE Lady Iman
4th Race 3.35
The Coolmore Wootton Bassett
Nunthorpe Stakes
Distance: 5f
Race Type: Group One
Prize Money: £697,500 (Inc Supplementary)
Age: 2+
Stalls: Centre No Horse
1 Jm Jungle (IRE)
(21)
B g Bungle Inthejungle - The Shrew
Owner: MPS Racing Ltd & The Ayrshire Tradesmen
Trainer: John & Sean Quinn, Malton
Age st-lb (kgs) Draw
5 10-1 (64.0) (13)
Form: 231231 CD
Breeder: Lodge Park Stud
Winner of six races at 5f on ground varying from good to firm to soft A winner at 14-1 in the Group 2 King George Qatar Stakes at Goodwood over 5f (good to soft) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating She’s Quality by a neck. Has also won at Epsom this season. Official BHA Rating 112 SP: 11-1
2
Kerdos (IRE) (21)
B h Profitable (IRE) - The Mums
Owner: John Connolly & A D Spence
Trainer: Clive Cox, Hungerford
5 10-1 (64.0) (12)
Form: 46-0550 D
Breeder: KCS Bloodstock Ltd
He has won four times from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to soft Beaten 5l behind Jm Jungle at 12-1 when eighth of 12 on his latest outing in the Group 2 King George Qatar Stakes at Goodwood over 5f (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 106 SP: 66-1
3
Manaccan (GB) (13)
Ch h Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Shyrl
Owner: Newsells Park Stud-Ardiles/Brazil/Hoddle
Trainer: John Ryan, Newmarket
6 10-1 (64.0) (1)
Form: 11/3/-004 D
Breeder: Al-Baha Bloodstock
Winner of five races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft and on the all-weather, but last win was over two years ago Finished 1 3/4l behind Vintage Clarets when fourth of 10 at 5-1 on his latest outing at Ascot over 5f (good to firm). Official BHA Rating 99 SP: 250-1
4 Night Raider (IRE) (21)
Br c Dark Angel (IRE) - Dorraar (IRE)
Owner: Wathnan Racing
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
4 10-1 (64.0) (8)
Form: 11-3006
Breeder: Linden Bloodstock Ltd
He has won four times from 6f to 7f on the all-weather Finished 2l behind Jm Jungle when sixth of 12 at 12-1 on his latest outing in the Group 2 King George Qatar Stakes at Goodwood over 5f (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 105 SP: 20-1
5 Rumstar (GB) (34)
B g Havana Grey - Stellarta
Owner: Vincent and Russell Ward
Trainer: Jonathan Portman, Upper Lambourn
5 10-1 (64.0) (14)
Form: 1-16015 D BF
Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud
Winner of six races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Finished 3 1/2l behind Arizona Blaze when fifth of 8 at 9-4jt-fav on his latest outing in the Group 2 Barberstown Castle Sapphire Stakes at Curragh over 5f (good) last month. Has won at Sandown and Newmarket this season. Official BHA Rating 113 SP: 14-1
6 Spartan Arrow (IRE) (21)
B g Sioux Nation (USA) - Thames Pageant
Owner: Hambleton Racing Ltd XXXI and Partner
Trainer: Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn
5 10-1 (64.0) (15)
Form: 410210 D
Breeder: Pier House Stud
Winner of five races at 5f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 5l behind Jm Jungle at 28-1 when 9th of 12 on his latest outing in the Group 2 King George Qatar Stakes at Goodwood over 5f (good to soft) earlier this month. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 106 SP: 100-1
7 Washington Heights (GB) (41)
B g Washington DC (IRE) - Epping Rose (IRE)
Owner: Hambleton Racing Ltd XXVII
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton
5 10-1 (64.0) (17)
Form: 0-24301 CD
Breeder: Bearstone Stud Limited
He has won four times from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground Won on his latest outing when 9-4fav over this course and distance (good to firm) last month, beating Miss Attitude by 3/4l. Official BHA Rating 107 SP: 18-1
8 Ain’t Nobody (IRE) (19)
B c Sands of Mali (FR) - Burmese Waltz
Owner: J Blackburn & J Matthews
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton
3 9-13 (63.0) (3)
Form: 6-35006 D
Breeder: Ballyhane (Rathbride) Unlimited
Successful twice at 5f on good to firm and good to soft ground. Finished 3l behind Roman Dragon when sixth of 9 at 11-2 on his latest outing at Chester over 6f (good to firm) earlier this month. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time Official BHA Rating 99 SP: 150-1
Jason Hart Con Foley
Rossa Ryan Lisa McKinley
Clifford Lee
James Doyle Nadir Khan
Rob Hornby Tul Singh
Hollie Doyle Alex Dove
Tom Eaves Virender Singh Rathore
Kevin Stott Louise Akehurst
For Sire/Dam
see opposite page
For Sire/Dam
see opposite page
Exceed And Excel (AUS)
Licence To Thrill (GB)
Dansili (GB)
Whazzat (GB)
Invincible Spirit (IRE)
Dani Ridge (IRE)
Holy Roman Emperor (IRE)
Ballyalla (GB)
Danehill (USA)
For Sire/Dam see opposite page
For Sire/Dam see opposite page
For Sire/Dam see opposite page
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see opposite page
Patrona (USA)
Acclamation (GB)
Finicia (USA)
Acclamation (GB)
Midnight Angel (GB)
Shamardal (USA)
Dorrati (USA)
Havana Gold (IRE)
Blanc de Chine (IRE)
Sakhee’s Secret (GB)
Torgau (IRE)
Scat Daddy (USA)
Dream The Blues (IRE)
Dansili (GB)
Golden Stream (IRE)
Zoffany (IRE)
Danehill (USA)
Patrona (USA)
Wolfhound (USA)
Crime of Passion
Danehill (USA)
Hasili (IRE)
Daylami (IRE)
Wosaita (GB)
Green Desert (USA)
Rafha
Indian Ridge
Daniella Drive (USA)
Danehill (USA)
L’On Vite (USA)
Mind Games (GB)
Molly Brown (GB)
Danzig (USA)
Razyana (USA)
Lomond (USA)
Gladiolus (USA)
Royal Applause (GB)
Princess Athena
Miswaki (USA)
Benicia
Royal Applause (GB)
Princess Athena
Machiavellian (USA)
Night At Sea
Giant’s Causeway (USA)
Helsinki (GB)
Dubai Millennium (GB)
Bahr (GB)
Teofilo (IRE)
Jessica’s Dream (IRE)
Dark Angel (IRE)
Nullarbor (GB)
Sakhee (USA)
Palace Street (USA)
Zieten (USA)
Snoozy Time
Johannesburg (USA)
Love Style (USA)
Oasis Dream (GB)
Catch The Blues (IRE)
Danehill (USA)
Hasili (IRE)
Sadler’s Wells (USA)
Phantom Gold (GB)
Dansili (GB)
Tyranny (GB)
For Sire/Dam see opposite page
How’s She Cuttin’ (IRE)
Kodiac (GB)
Epping (GB)
Panis (USA)
For Sire/Dam
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Kadiania (FR)
Showcasing (GB)
Heho (GB)
Shinko Forest (IRE)
Magic Annemarie (IRE)
Danehill (USA)
Rafha
Charnwood Forest (IRE)
Dansara (GB)
Miswaki (USA)
Political Parody (USA)
Indian Rocket (GB)
Kapi Creek (FR)
Oasis Dream (GB)
Arabesque (GB)
Dansili (GB)
Nitya (FR)
9
Arizona Blaze (GB) (34)
B c Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Liberisque
Owner: AMO Racing Limited/Giselle De Aguiar
Trainer: Adrian Murray, Ireland
3 9-13 (63.0) (9)
Form: 131621 D
Breeder: Andrew Bengough & Partners
Winner of five races from 5f to 6f on good and heavy ground and on the all-weather Won on his latest outing when 9-4jt-fav in the Group 2 Barberstown Castle Sapphire Stakes at Curragh over 5f (good) last month, beating Mgheera by 2l. Official BHA Rating - SP: 13-2
10
Asfoora (AUS) (21)
B or Br m Flying Artie (AUS) - Golden Child (AUS)
Owner: Noor Elaine Farm Pty Ltd
Trainer: Henry Dwyer, Australia
7 9-12 (62.6) (5)
Form: 24-1050 D
Breeder: Noor Elaine Farm
Has won ten races at 5f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Beaten 2 1/4l behind Jm Jungle at 4-1 when seventh of 12 on her latest outing in the Group 2 King George Qatar Stakes at Goodwood over 5f (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating - SP: 8-1
11
Frost At Dawn (USA) (21)
Gr or Ro f Frosted (USA) - Hawana (USA)
Owner: Mr Abdulla Al Mansoori
Trainer: William Knight, Newmarket
4 9-12 (62.6) (6)
Form: 022124 D
Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock LLC
She has won three times from 5f to 7f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Finished 1 3/4l behind Jm Jungle when fourth of 12 at 12-1 on her latest outing in the Group 2 King George Qatar Stakes at Goodwood over 5f (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 109 SP: 33-1
12 Mgheera (GB) (34)
B m Zoustar (AUS) - Blue Aegean
Owner: Lord Lloyd Webber and Arthur Mitchell
Trainer: Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn
5 9-12 (62.6) (7)
Form: 506-112 D
Breeder: David Redvers & Framont Ltd
Winner of six races from 5f to 6f on good and soft ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 2l by Arizona Blaze when second of 8 at 5-2 on her latest outing in the Group 2 Barberstown Castle Sapphire Stakes at Curragh over 5f (good) last month. Has won at Haydock and ParisLongchamp this season. Official BHA Rating 108 SP: 16-1
13
She’s Quality (IRE) (21)
B f Acclamation - Quality Time (IRE)
Owner: Aristia Park Bloodstock & Partners
Trainer: Jack W Davison, Ireland
4 9-12 (62.6) (11)
Form: 10-2222 D
Breeder: Rathbarry Stud
She has won four times from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground Beaten a neck by Jm Jungle when second of 12 at 9-1 on her latest outing in the Group 2 King George Qatar Stakes at Goodwood over 5f (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 106 SP: 10-1
14
Celandine (GB) (19)
B f Kingman - Pepita (IRE)
Owner: Rockcliffe Stud
Trainer: Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn
3 9-10 (61.7) (16)
Form: 3415-32 C BF
Breeder: Rockcliffe Stud
She has won three times at 6f on good to firm ground. Beaten a nose by Roman Dragon when second of 9 at 5-4fav on her latest outing at Chester over 6f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 105 SP: 50-1
15
Sayidah Dariyan (IRE) (42)
B f Dariyan (FR) - Tencaratrubieslace (FR)
Owner: Mr Jaber Abdullah
Trainer: Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn
3 9-10 (61.7) (2)
Form: 16-1341 C
Breeder: Yeomanstown Stud
She has won three times at 6f on good ground and on the all-weather Won on her latest outing when 9-4fav here over 6f (good) last month, beating Nighteyes by 1 1/2l. Has also won at Chelmsford City this season. Official BHA Rating 110 SP: 9-1
16
Lady
Iman
(IRE) (23) 2 8-2 (51.7) (4)
B f Starman - Lady Aria
Owner: Mrs A.F O’Callaghan
Trainer: G. M. Lyons, Ireland
Form: 11121 D
Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
Foaled 5 Feb. She has won four times from 5f to 6f on good ground and on the all-weather Won on her latest outing when 11-8fav in the Group 3 HKJC World Pool Molecomb Stakes at Goodwood over 5f (good) last month, beating Argentine Tango by 1 1/2l. Official BHA Rating - SP: 6-1
David Egan
Oisin Murphy Chenelle Ellis
Mickael Barzalona Divyanshu Singh
William Buick
James J. G. Ryan Daniel Benson
Tom Marquand
Ryan Moore
Joe Fanning Ella Morris
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Scat Daddy (USA)
Orchard Beach (CAN)
Equiano (FR)
Jane Austen (IRE)
Artie Schiller (USA)
Flying Ruby (AUS)
I Am Invincible (AUS)
Predestined (AUS)
Tapit (USA)
Fast Cookie (USA)
War Front (USA)
Tare Green (USA)
Northern Meteor (AUS)
Zouzou (AUS)
Invincible Spirit (IRE)
Blue Azure (USA)
Royal Applause (GB)
Princess Athena
Exceed And Excel (AUS)
Crinoline (USA)
Invincible Spirit (IRE)
Zenda (GB)
Sir Prancealot (IRE)
Esterlina (IRE)
Shamardal (USA)
Johannesburg (USA)
Love Style (USA)
Tapit (USA)
Song and Danz (USA)
Acclamation (GB)
Entente Cordiale (IRE)
Galileo (IRE)
Harasava (FR)
El Prado (IRE)
Hidden Light (USA)
Rubiton (AUS)
Parkhill’s Flyer (AUS)
Invincible Spirit (IRE)
Cannarelle (AUS)
King’s Best (USA)
Hard Rider (NZ)
Pulpit (USA)
Tap Your Heels (USA)
Deputy Minister (CAN)
Fleet Lady (USA)
Danzig (USA)
Starry Dreamer (USA)
Giant’s Causeway (USA)
Dissemble (GB)
Encosta de Lago (AUS)
Explosive (USA)
Redoute’s Choice (AUS)
Meteor Mist (AUS)
Green Desert (USA)
Rafha
American Chance (USA)
Kibitzing (USA)
Waajib
Flying Melody
Ahonoora
Shopping Wise
Danehill (USA)
Patrona (USA)
Street Cry (IRE)
Out Too Late (USA)
Green Desert (USA)
Rafha
Zamindar (USA)
Hope (IRE)
Tamayuz (GB)
Mona Em (IRE)
Highest Honor (FR)
Shaquick (USA)
Giant’s Causeway (USA)
Helsinki (GB)
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Daryakana (FR)
Siyouni (FR)
Selkirk (USA)
Daryaba (IRE)
Pivotal (GB)
Sichilla (IRE)
Dyhim Diamond (IRE)
Diamond Square (FR) All Square (FR)
Medicean (GB)
Dutch Art (GB)
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Northern Star (IRE)
Kodiac (GB)
Dot Hill (GB)
Halland Park Lass (IRE)
Montjeu (IRE)
Slow Sand (USA)
Danehill (USA)
Rafha
Refuse To Bend (IRE)
Purple Tiger (IRE)
No Horse Age st-lb (kgs) Draw
17 Spicy Marg (GB) (23) 2 8-2 (51.7) (10)
B f Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Main Desire (IRE)
Owner: Elb Bloodstock Ltd
Trainer: Michael Bell, Newmarket
Form: 1051 D
Breeder: Branton Court Stud LLP
Foaled 15 Mar Successful twice at 5f on good to firm and good ground. A winner at 4-1 at Goodwood over 5f (good) on her latest outing last month, beating Revival Power by 1 3/4l. Has also won at Newmarket this season.
Official BHA Rating 94 SP: 16-1
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 17...........................................................................................(EXACTA)
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 8. Blinkers worn by No 10, 13. Visor worn by No 11. Tongue Strap worn by No 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 6.
PROBABLE S.P.’S
6-1 Lady Iman (IRE), 13-2 Arizona Blaze (GB), 8-1 Asfoora (AUS), 9-1 Sayidah Dariyan (IRE), 10-1 She’s Quality (IRE), 11-1 Jm Jungle (IRE), 14-1 Rumstar (GB), 16-1 Mgheera (GB), Spicy Marg (GB), 18-1 Washington Heights (GB), 20-1 Night Raider (IRE), 33-1 Frost At Dawn (USA), 50-1 Celandine (GB), 66-1 Kerdos (IRE), 100-1 Spartan Arrow (IRE), 150-1 Ain’t Nobody (IRE), 250-1 Manaccan (GB)
15. Sayidah Dariyan hold an entry in the QIPCO British Champions Sprint Stakes on Saturday 18th October for which supplementary entries can be received by noon on Monday 13th October for a stake of £37,500
FOURTH RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by a representative of Coolmore.
Coolmore have generously given £100 to the groom of each runner, £250 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race and £300 to the racing groom responsible for the winning horse
Harry Bentley Joel Quintero
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Choisir (AUS)
Gold Anthem (AUS)
High Chaparral (IRE)
Purple Glow (IRE)
Danehill Dancer (IRE)
Great Selection (AUS)
Made of Gold (USA)
National Song (AUS)
Sadler’s Wells (USA)
Kasora (IRE)
Orientate (USA)
Napping (USA)
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The Assured Data Protection EBF Fillies’ Stakes
(Heritage Handicap) (GBBPlus Race)
One Mile About Two Furlongs (2,000 metres)
See page 94 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 1m 2f
Race Type: Heritage Handicap
Rating: 0-105
Prize Money: £100,000
Age: 3+f&m
Stalls: Inside Rail
Our fifth race is another Heritage handicap, again with a £100,000 purse, open to 3yo+ fillies and mares and is over a mile and a quarter
All are registered with the European Breeders’ Fund. This means that their sire (father) is based and registered in Europe with the EBF, which is a scheme to encourage the best in bloodstock. The handicapper thinks Akecheta is the best on previous outings, so she has top weight.
Listen to the Punters Panel at 1pm to hear the expert’s view.
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: CANOODLED
Trainer: Ed Walker
Jockey: Billy Loughnane
Age/Weight: 6-8-9
Runners: 15 SP: 25/1
Picked up well to hit the front coming in to the final furlong and kept on to romp home in style under Billy Loughnane
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
RaceiQ Par Time: 2m 9.18s
(Based on going description: Good to firm-good in places)
Course Record: 2m 4.32s by City Of Troy (21-Aug-24)
All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last seven years
Leading course trainer (20-25): A Balding (35 wins from 201 runners, 17%) runs ZGHARTA Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W Haggas (13 wins from 37 runners, 35%) runs WONDER STAR Longest Travellers: FIVER FRIDAY trained by P Traynor & AKECHETA trained by K T Coleman - both Ireland.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 20th August.
KNAVESMIRE TIP
Zgharta was slowly away and suffered from a troubled passage when fifth over a mile at Goodwood last month. Therefore, with a smoother trip and the step up in distance possibly bringing out improvement, she needs considering. Wonder Star only found one too good in this grade at the same track on her latest outing and is noted, but CAPE FLORA gets the vote. The Gosdens’ filly showed a huge amount of improvement when bolting up at Leicester last month and considering the manner of that triumph, she might defy her 11lb rise
CAPE FLORA
Zgharta
The Assured Data Protection EBF
1
Akecheta (IRE) (23)
Gr m Sioux Nation (USA) - Veneration
Owner: L. I. Walshe
5 9-12 (62.6) (8)
Jockey: Shane Gray
Breeder: Louis & Joan Walshe
Trainer: K. T. Coleman, Ireland Form: 4-26204
A winner at 7f on soft - heavy ground. Finished 1 1/2l behind Ashariba when fourth of 14 at 12-1 on her latest outing at Goodwood over 1m 2f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 90 SP: 10-1
2
Ciara Pearl (GB) (42)
B m Twilight Son - Upskittled
Owner: Mr Andrew Stonehill
5 9-11 (62.1) (10)
Jockey: Mickael Barzalona
Breeder: Whatton Manor Stud
Trainer: Daniel & Claire Kubler, Lambourn Form: 051406 D
Winner of seven races from 1m to 1m 2f on ground varying from good to firm to heavy and on the all-weather Finished 3 1/2l behind Chilli Queen when sixth of 10 at 33-1 on her latest outing at Ascot over 1m 4f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 89 SP: 33-1
3 Power of Destiny (GB) (23)
9-9 (61.2) (9)
B f Sea The Stars (IRE) - Rux Power Jockey: Rossa Ryan
Owner: King Power Racing Co Ltd
Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down Form: 4-30500 D
Breeder: King Power Racing Co Ltd
Successful at 1m 2f and 1m 3f on good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 5l behind Ashariba at 12-1 when 10th of 14 on her latest outing at Goodwood over 1m 2f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 87 SP: 16-1
4 Roarin’ Success (GB) (30)
Ch m Roaring Lion (USA) - Random Success (IRE)
Owner: Paul Inglett
(3)
Jockey: William Buick
Trainer: Harry Charlton, Beckhampton Form: 30-0412
Breeder: Paul Inglett
She has won three times from 7f to 1m 1f on good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 1/2l by Perfect Your Craft when second of 5 at 4-1 on her latest outing at Doncaster over 1m 2f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 85 SP: 14-1
5 Zgharta (IRE) (24)
B f Ghaiyyath (IRE) - Broadway Duchess (IRE)
Owner: Mr Imad Alsagar
(13)
Jockey: Oisin Murphy
Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere Form: 3-2105 D
Breeder: The Broadway Partnership
A winner at 1m 2f on good ground. Finished 2 1/4l behind Protest when fifth of 12 at 5-1 on her latest outing at Goodwood over 1m (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 89 SP: 7-2
6
Fiver Friday (IRE)
B m The Gurkha (IRE) - Wild Storm
Owner: Mr Philip D. Gilmore
Trainer: P. Traynor, Ireland
(55) 5 9-3 (58.5) (5)
David Allan
504-045 D Breeder: Wild Storm Syndicate
She has won four times from 1m 1f to 1m 2f on good and good - yielding ground; has also won a hurdle in April. Finished 4l behind Masoun when fifth of 14 at 14-1 on her latest flat outing at Curragh over 1m 2f (good) in June Official BHA Rating 81 SP: 66-1
7 Wonder Star (GB) (23)
B f Sea The Stars (IRE) - Waldnah
Owner: Paul & Sally Flatt, Childwickbury Stud
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket
Tom Marquand
6-102 D
Newsells Park Stud
A winner at 1m 2f on good to firm ground. Beaten 1/2l by Ashariba when second of 14 at 5-1 on her latest outing at Goodwood over 1m 2f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 84
Br m Muhaarar - Sharqeyih
Owner: Mr G.R.Smith
Trainer: Kevin Frost, Newark
Shadwell Estate Company Limited
9
Jujubella (IRE) (25)
B f Too Darn Hot - Nourah (IRE)
Owner: Oakleaf Racing
Trainer: Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross
4 8-11 (55.8) (1)
Jockey: P. J. McDonald
Form: 012316 D
Breeder: Ahmed Aldubaili
She has won four times from 1m 2f to 1m 4f on good ground and on the all-weather Finished 11l behind Crown Of Oaks when sixth of 9 at 16-1 on her latest outing at Ayr over 1m 2f (good) last month. Has won 3 times this season. Having her first run for a new stable today. Official BHA Rating 75 SP: 66-1
10
Brielle (GB) (36)
B f Almanzor (FR) - Craic Agus Spraoi (IRE)
Owner: Elwick Stud
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
3 8-11 (55.8) (4)
Jockey: David Probert
Form: 321 Breeder: Elwick Stud A winner at 6-5 at Hamilton over 1m (good) on her latest outing last month, beating Silent City by 2 1/2l. Official BHA Rating 82 (-1) SP: 9-1
11
Cape Flora (GB) (36)
B f Kingman - Waldlied
Owner: Lordship Stud & Newsells Park Stud
Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket
Jockey: Kieran O’Neill
0-
Breeder: Newsells Park Stud & Lordship Stud
A winner at 7-2 at Leicester over 1m 2f (good to firm) on her latest outing last month, beating Magical Idea by 6l. Official BHA Rating 79 SP: 11-2
12
Callisto Dream (IRE) (23)
B f Kodi Bear (IRE) - Starlight Romance (IRE)
Owner: The Pistachio Partnership
Trainer: Edward Bethell, Middleham
Jockey: Connor Beasley
Form: 1-6133 BF
Breeder: Aughamore Stud
Successful at 6f and 1m on good to soft and soft ground. Third of 5 behind Radiant Beauty beaten 4 1/2l at 9-4fav on her latest outing at Redcar over 1m (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 79 SP: 22-1
13
Blessed Star (IRE) (24)
B f Sottsass (FR) - Roystonea
Owner: Mr Jaber Abdullah
Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Jockey: Harry Bentley
Form: 2223-23
Breeder: Lynch Bages Ltd & Rhinestone B/Stock
Placed in five of six starts. Third of 12 behind Protest beaten 1 1/2l at 11-1 on her latest outing at Goodwood over 1m (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 77 SP: 11-1
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 13 (EXACTA)
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 8. Hood worn by No 5. Tongue Strap worn by No 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 9.
STEWARDS NOTE
ZGHARTA: Following its run on 29/7/2025 it was reported that the horse was slowly away JUJUBELLA: Following its run on 28/7/2025 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
PROBABLE S.P.’S
7-2 Zgharta (IRE), 11-2 Cape Flora (GB), 6-1 Wonder Star (GB), 9-1 Brielle (GB), 10-1 Akecheta (IRE), 11-1 Blessed Star (IRE), 14-1 Roarin’ Success (GB), 16-1 Power of Destiny (GB), 22-1 Callisto Dream (IRE), 28-1 Bint Al Daar (GB), 33-1 Ciara Pearl (GB), 66-1 Fiver Friday (IRE), Jujubella (IRE)
RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION
FIFTH RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Tony Giannini, Brian Shillair, Todd Koclanis.
Assured Data Protection have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race and £50 to the racing groom responsible for the winning horse
UNDER JOCKEYS ORDERS
WOULD YOU HAVE RECOGNISED THEM?
WILLIAM BUICK
TOP JOCKEY AT YORK
The British Stallion Studs EBF
Convivial Maiden Stakes (GBB Race)
About Seven Furlongs (1,400 metres)
See page 94 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 7f
Race Type: Maiden
Prize Money:
Age: 2
Stalls: Farside
The most valuable maiden in the UK calendar, this race is limited to 2yo horses that have yet to win a race.
All are registered with the European Breeders’ Fund. This means that their sire (father) is based and registered in Europe with the EBF, which is a scheme to encourage the best in bloodstock.
By this stage of the afternoon some will have resorted to their choice of “ps”; with the pin in 2yo nursery handicaps, even the richest one in the land, having a fair record Pedigree is the second option, being the more professional “p”.
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: ANGELO BUONARROTI
Trainer: Ralph Beckett
Jockey: David Egan
Age/Weight: 2-9-7
Runners: 17 SP: 2/1F
Took a keen hold from the start and ran prominently throughout. Used his big, long stride to advantage in the final stages, always doing enough.
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
RaceiQ Par Time: 1m 24.49s
(Based on going description: Good to firm-good in places)
Course Record: 1m 21.58s by The Lion In Winter (21-Aug-24)
All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last seven years
Leading course trainer (20-25): A Balding (35 wins from 201 runners, 17%) runs NEW
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A Balding (10 wins from 45 runners, 22%) runs NEW
Longest Travellers: FRESCOBALDI trained by A O’Brien, Ireland & BOND trained by P Twomey - both Ireland.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 20th August.
KNAVESMIRE TIP
Naval Light almost atoned for a luckless run in Norfolk at Royal Ascot with a rallying second in a similar event over 6f at Goodwood last month. Slowly away that day, he stayed on well enough to suggest stepping up to 7f should be fine Frescobaldi represents Aidan O’Brien/Ballydoyle and appeals after two promising starts in Ireland. However, this race is about deep potential and none fits the bill more than INISHBEG. Having cost 500,000gns as a yearling, the son of Ghaiyyath runs for highly respected connections whose decision to pitch him at this level on debut is a telling indication of expectations. New Monarch and Beny Nahar are other compelling options
INISHBEG Naval Light
The British Stallion Studs EBF
Convivial
Maiden Stakes
1
Beny Nahar (GB) (14)
B c Kingman - Propriety (IRE)
Owner: Mr Jaber Abdullah
Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Distance: 7f
Race Type: Maiden
Prize Money: £100,000
Age: 2
Stalls: Farside
(60.3) (10)
Jockey: William Buick
Form: 22 BF
Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited
Foaled 11 Mar Dam won at 1m 4f Placed in both starts. Beaten a neck by Shayem when second of 7 at 11-8fav on his latest outing at Haydock over 7f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating - SP: 9-1
2
Bond (GB) (39)
Gr c Too Darn Hot - Dellaguista (IRE)
Owner: Bond Thoroughbred Limited
Trainer: P. Twomey, Ireland
(60.3) (12)
Jockey: P. J. McDonald
Form: 5
Breeder: David & Yvonne Blunt
Foaled 25 Mar Dam won four times between 7f and 1m 1f Finished 9l behind Benvenuto Cellini when fifth of 8 at 4-1 on his racecourse debut at Killarney over 1m (yielding - soft) last month. Official BHA Rating - SP: 16-1
3 Ephron (IRE) (-)
Ch c Calyx - Gudrid (IRE)
Owner: Middleham Park Racing LXVI and P Demilow
Trainer: Gemma Tutty, Northallerton
9-7 (60.3) (9)
Jockey: Connor Beasley
Form:
Breeder: Whisperview Trading Ltd
Foaled 24 Mar Dam a lightly raced maiden. €52,000 purchase who is likely to benefit from the experience. Official BHA RatingSP: 66-1
4
Explosive Finnish (GB) (48)
Ch c Pinatubo (IRE) - Farnham
Owner: Mrs L A Smith
Trainer: Kevin Frost, Newark
(4)
Jockey: Ben Sanderson
Form: 5
Breeder: Branton Court Stud LLP
Foaled 17 Mar. Dam won at 7f. Finished 6l behind Silent Applause when fifth of 6 at 33-1 on his racecourse debut at Nottingham over 5f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating - SP: 100-1
5 Frescobaldi (IRE) (77)
B c No Nay Never (USA) - Kodiva (IRE)
Owner: Mrs J Magnier/M Tabor/D Smith/Westerberg
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien, Ireland
(60.3) (7)
Jockey: Ryan Moore
Form: 52
Breeder: Newstead Breeding
Foaled 7 Apr Full brother to How Lovely, won at 5f and 6f Placed once in two starts. Beaten a head by Green Soul when second of 11 at 3-1 on his latest outing at Fairyhouse over 7f (good) in June Official BHA Rating - SP: 10-3
6 Ice Cube (IRE) (-)
Gr c Phoenix of Spain (IRE) - Princess Gold (FR)
Owner: Phil Cunningham
Trainer: Richard Spencer, Newmarket
(60.3) (5)
Jockey: George Wood
Form:
Breeder: D. Byrne & Nearco & F. Bernal
Foaled 19 Feb. Dam won six times between 7f and 1m 3f. Others appear to boast stronger credentials on paper. Official BHA RatingSP: 33-1
7 Inishbeg (IRE) (-)
B c Ghaiyyath (IRE) - Lajatico
Owner: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton
Jockey: Kevin Stott
Form: Breeder: Cooneen Stud
Foaled 8 Feb. Half-brother to Volterra, won three times at 7f and 1m. Represents a yard who are no stranger to unleashing a smart juvenile on the Knavesmire and he makes plenty of appeal on his racecourse bow. Official BHA Rating - SP: 10-1
8 King of Thunder (GB) (27)
Ch c Night of Thunder (IRE) - Sun Tide
Owner: Roudee Racing 17
Trainer: Hugo Palmer, Malpas
Jockey: David Probert
Form: 4
Breeder: First Bloodstock Ltd
Foaled 5 Feb. Half-brother to Fajhan, won at 1m. Finished 5l behind Words Of Truth when fourth of 7 at 9-1 on his racecourse debut at Ascot over 6f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating - SP: 33-1
Horse
9
Naval Light (GB) (24)
(2)
B c Havana Grey - Ventura Jazz Jockey: James Doyle
Owner: Wathnan Racing
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
Form: 202 BF
Breeder: Middleham Park Racing
Foaled 4 Apr Placed twice in three starts. Beaten 1 1/4l by Stellar Sunrise when second of 15 at evens fav on his latest outing at Goodwood over 6f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 87 SP: 9-2
10
New Monarch (IRE) (27)
(8)
B c Acclamation - Crown Light Jockey: Oisin Murphy
Owner: Teme Valley
Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere Form: 22
Breeder: Tinnakill Bloodstock & I. Thompson
Foaled 26 Feb. Full brother to Claim The Crown, won at 1m and 1m 2f Placed in both starts. Beaten 1 1/2l by Words Of Truth when second of 7 at 11-4 on his latest outing at Ascot over 6f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating - SP: 6-1
11
Night Wolf (GB) (-)
(14)
B c Kodi Bear (IRE) - Apache Storm Jockey: Jason Hart
Owner: Eco-Power Racing 1
Trainer: John & Sean Quinn, Malton Form:
Breeder: Moyns Park Estate and Stud Ltd
Foaled 17 Feb. Half-brother to Galen, won three times at 1m and 1m 2f including a Group 3 race. He isn’t one to discount from proceedings. Official BHA Rating - SP: 40-1
12 Red Spells Danger (IRE) (28)
B g Cotai Glory - Saikung (IRE) Jockey: David Allan
Owner: Mr J N Blackburn & Partner
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Form: 3
Breeder: Kangyu International Racing Ltd
Foaled 31 Jan. Full brother to Gloryous, won twice at 1m 2f. Third of 16 behind Amakhala Warrior beaten 2 1/4l at 10-1 on his racecourse debut over this course and distance (good) last month. Official BHA Rating - SP: 33-1
13
Sea The Power (FR) (24)
(3)
B c Sea The Moon (GER) - Dosila Jockey: Oisin McSweeney
Owner: Eco-Power Racing & Partner
Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton
Form: 3
Breeder: Clare Castle Stud
Foaled 20 Jan. Dam a lightly raced maiden. Third of 5 behind Ancient Egypt beaten 3 1/2l at 13-2 on his racecourse debut at Beverley over 7f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating - SP: 50-1
14
Spyce (GB) (-)
(6)
B c Too Darn Hot - Fly Jockey: Rossa Ryan
Owner: Martin Tedham & Wasdell Properties Ltd.
Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle
Form: Breeder: T. R. G. Vestey
Foaled 8 Mar. Half-brother to Parachute, won twice at 1m 2f and 1m 4f. There is plenty of stamina on the dam’s side of the pedigree, so 7f may prove to be on the sharp side Official BHA Rating - SP: 25-1
15
Isle of Fernandez (GB) (22)
B f Lope Y Fernandez (IRE) - Romany Gypsy
Owner: Bearstone Stud Limited
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton
(13)
Jockey: Tom Eaves
Form: 52
Breeder: Bearstone Stud
Foaled 9 Feb. Half-sister to Gypsy Major, won three times at 6f and 7f Placed once in two starts. Beaten 2 3/4l by Aylin when second of 13 at 22-1 on her latest outing at Goodwood over 7f (heavy) last month. Official BHA Rating - SP: 20-1
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS
PROBABLE S.P.’S
10-3 Frescobaldi (IRE), 9-2 Naval Light (GB), 6-1 New Monarch (IRE), 9-1 Beny Nahar (GB), 10-1 Inishbeg (IRE), 16-1 Bond (GB), 20-1 Isle of Fernandez (GB), 25-1 Spyce (GB), 33-1 Ice Cube (IRE), King of Thunder (GB), Red Spells Danger (IRE), 40-1 Night Wolf (GB), 50-1 Sea The Power (FR), 66-1 Ephron (IRE), 100-1 Explosive Finnish (GB)
RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION
1st £51540
3rd £12090
2nd £24170
4th £6040
TIME DISTANCES
SIXTH RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Edward Player.
The EBF have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race and £50 to the racing groom responsible for the winning horse
GBB NOTICE
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.
The York Race Committee wishes to offer special thanks to the Trustees of the British European Breeder’s Fund for their generous support of 22 races, spread across the eighteen-day York season.
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Autohorn
7th Race 5.20
The Sky Bet Mile Stakes (Heritage
Handicap)
About One Mile (1,600 metres)
See page 94 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 1m
Race Type: Heritage Handicap
Rating: 0-105
Prize Money: £100,000
Age: 3
Stalls: Inside Rail
We end with a handicap this time for 3yo horses only going over a mile.
Open to 3yo rated 0-105, will again attract some pretty smart types (like for Test cricketers, a score of over 100 denotes a top performer). The horse at the top will carry the most weight; Fearnot.
Picking the winner of the last gives you bragging rights until we do it all again at 1.52pm tomorrow afternoon.
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: TREASURE TIME
Trainer: William Haggas
Jockey: Tom Marquand
Age/Weight: 3-8-10
Runners: 16 SP: 13/2
Bounced back in style from a disappointing effort at Goodwood. Stayed in touch with the leaders throughout and had plenty in the tank when asked for more in the final furlong.
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
RaceiQ Par Time: 1m 36.78s
(Based on going description: Good to firm-good in places)
Course Record: 1m 34.35s by Croupier (18-May-23)
All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last seven years
Leading course trainer (20-25): A Balding (35 wins from 201 runners, 17%) runs POINT OF CONTACT
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W Haggas (13 wins from 37 runners, 35%) runs SEA FORCE
Fancy That: W Haggas won this race in 2017 and 2024. The stable runs SEA FORCE today.
Longest Traveller: POINT OF CONTACT trained by A Balding, Kingsclere, 216 miles.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 20th August.
KNAVESMIRE TIP
FEARNOT’s third-placed finish in the Britannia at Royal Ascot was highly commendable However, that effort was bettered when he successfully returned to the same venue in an identically deep handicap last month. A 6lb higher rating might should be manageable for Clive Cox’s progressive colt. Montpellier had Yah Mo Be There a place behind when he finished fourth in a similar event over 7f at Goodwood and can confirm the form with improvement possible over this longer trip The unbeaten Big Leader is up in class but also merits respect.
1 Fearnot (IRE) (27)
B c Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Alsindi (IRE)
Owner: Mr J Goddard
Trainer: Clive Cox, Hungerford
9-9 (61.2) (15)
Jockey: David Probert
Form: 123131 D
Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
He has won three times from 7f to 1m on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather A winner at 10-1 at Ascot over 1m (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Bullet Point by 1/2l. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 104 SP: 7-1
2
Dividend (GB) (64)
B c Kodiac - Dabble (IRE)
Owner: Commercium
Trainer: Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich
9-4 (59.0) (16)
Jockey: Rossa Ryan
Form: 01-1164 D
Breeder: Mr G. S. Bishop
He has won four times from 7f to 1m on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Finished 3/4l behind Arabian Story when fourth of 30 at 50-1 on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m (good to firm) in June Official BHA Rating 99 SP: 16-1
3
Supido (FR) (27)
B g Blue Point (IRE) - Zanyeva (IRE)
Owner: Bell, Lyons & James
Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch
(10)
Jockey: Jason Hart
Form: 315-550 D
Breeder: Mr Moussa Mbacke
Successful at 7f and 1m on good to soft ground. Beaten 5l behind Fearnot at 16-1 when seventh of 17 on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m (good) last month. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time Official BHA Rating 99 SP: 28-1
4
Montpellier (GB) (20)
(9)
B g Wootton Bassett - Mabs Cross Jockey: Ryan Moore
Owner: Miss Annabel Neasham
Trainer: James Ferguson, Newmarket
Form: 1124
Breeder: Qatar Bloodstock Ltd
Successful twice at 7f on good ground. Finished 1 1/4l behind Mudbir when fourth of 16 at 18-1 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 7f (good to soft) earlier this month. Has won at Newbury and Thirsk this season. Official BHA Rating 99 SP: 9-1
5 Yah Mo Be There (GB) (20)
B c Mohaather - Shurakaa (IRE)
Owner: Phil Cunningham
Trainer: Richard Spencer, Newmarket
9-3 (58.5) (4)
Jockey: David Egan
Form: 01-5055
Breeder: Stuart McPhee & Nigel Kelly
A winner at 6f on good ground. Finished 2 3/4l behind Mudbir when fifth of 16 at 12-1 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 7f (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 98 SP: 14-1
6
Tiger Mask (IRE) (55)
(58.1) (13)
Gr c Havana Grey - House Point Jockey: Clifford Lee
Owner: Mr Ryan Kent
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
Form: 21446-0
Breeder: D. & E. Phelan
A winner at 7f on good ground. Beaten 15l behind Native Warrior at 25-1 when last of 13 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 7f in June. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time Official BHA Rating 97 SP: 50-1
7 Fifth Column (IRE) (21)
B g Kingman - Inner Secret (USA)
Owner: Godolphin
Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket
(5)
Jockey: William Buick
Godolphin
He has won three times at 1m on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Finished 3l behind Rhoscolyn when fifth of 15 at 9-2fav on his latest outing at Goodwood over 1m (soft) earlier this month. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 97 SP: 12-1
8 Teroomm (IRE) (27)
(56.7) (6)
Ch c Iffraaj - Salayel Jockey: Oisin Murphy
Owner: Sheikh Ahmed Al Maktoum
Trainer: Roger Varian, Newmarket Form: 4-11100 D Breeder: Godolphin
He has won three times at 1m on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 6l behind Fearnot at 8-1 when eighth of 17 on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m (good) last month. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 94 SP: 12-1
Horse
9
Big Leader (IRE) (20)
B g Mehmas (IRE) - Taste The Salt (IRE)
Owner: Bond Thoroughbred Limited
(kgs) Draw
8-13 (56.7) (8)
Jockey: P. J. McDonald
Breeder: Epona Bloodstock Ltd
Trainer: Geoff Oldroyd, Pocklington Form: 111 D
He has won three times at 1m on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Won on his latest outing when 6-4fav at Thirsk over 1m (good to firm) earlier this month, beating Treble Tee by a neck. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 94 SP: 9-1
10
Sea Force (IRE) (22)
B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Pretty Baby (IRE)
Owner: Sheikh Rashid Dalmook Al Maktoum
8-8 (54.4) (11)
Jockey: Tom Marquand
Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket Form: 4-22134 D
A winner at 1m on good ground. Finished 1l behind Principality when fourth of 15 at 6-1 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 1m (heavy) last month. Official BHA Rating 89 SP: 10-1
11
King Casper (IRE) (22)
B c Shaman (IRE) - Selfara Jockey: Joanna Mason
Owner: The Roof Partnership
Trainer: Hugo Palmer, Malpas Form: 14-1450 D
Breeder: Mount Coote Stud and Anthony Warrender
Successful at 7f and 1m on good to firm and good ground. Well beaten at 16-1 behind Principality when last of 15 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 1m (heavy) last month. Official BHA Rating 88 SP: 50-1
12 We Dare To Dream (IRE) (22)
B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Vestavia (IRE)
Owner: Baker Longden Lambert
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Jockey: Harry Bentley
Form: 215320
Breeder: Mr M. C. Grassick
Successful twice at 7f on good to firm and good to soft ground. Beaten 18l behind Principality at 12-1 when 12th of 15 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 1m (heavy) last month. Official BHA Rating 88 SP: 50-1
13
Impartiality (GB) (22)
B g Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Fair’s Fair (IRE)
Owner: Mr J Toes & Mr J O’Loan
Trainer: Phillip Makin, Leyburn
(12)
Jockey: Connor Beasley
Form: 111022 D
Breeder: Jarosa Stud
He has won three times from 7f to 1m on good ground. Beaten a neck by Principality when second of 15 at 18-1 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 1m (heavy) last month. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 87 SP: 18-1
14 Sir Paul Ramsey (GB) (13)
B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Seychelloise
Owner: Mr Paul Dean
(53.5) (1)
Joe Fanning
Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham Form: 4-06101 D Breeder: Miss K. Rausing
Successful twice at 1m on good ground. A winner at 12-1 at Haydock over 1m (good) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Hawksbill by a nose Has also won at Hamilton this season. Official BHA Rating 87 SP: 16-1
15 Point of Contact (IRE) (22)
B c Blue Point (IRE) - Allegrezza
Owner: Mr Saeed Suhail
(53.5) (3)
Jockey: Kieran O’Neill
Breeder: Roundhill Stud & J. S. Investments
Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere Form: 3-1246 D
A winner at 1m on good ground. Finished 2 3/4l behind Principality when sixth of 15 at 22-1 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 1m (heavy) last month. Official BHA Rating 87 SP: 18-1
16 Miami Matrix (IRE) (20)
B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Duchess of Danzig (GER)
Owner: Amicita
Trainer: Hugo Palmer, Malpas
(14)
Jockey: Aiden Brookes (3)
Form: 130110 D
Breeder: Nicholas Hartery & Irish National Stud
He has won three times from 7f to 1m on good and soft ground and on the all-weather Beaten 8l behind Mudbir at 25-1 when 13th of 16 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 7f (good to soft) earlier this month. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 86 SP: 33-1
17 Knights Gold (IRE) (22)
B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Samira Gold (FR)
Owner: Mr Adam James Spratt
Trainer: Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich
(51.7) (7)
Jockey: Hollie Doyle
Form: 136113 D
Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
He has won four times from 7f to 1m on ground varying from firm to good and on the all-weather Third of 15 behind Principality beaten 3/4l at 25-1 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 1m (heavy) last month. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 83 SP: 16-1
NUMBER
OF DECLARED RUNNERS 17...........................................................................................(EXACTA)
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 3, 6, 16. Hood worn by No 1, 17 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 7, 13. STEWARDS NOTE
SUPIDO: Following its run on 26/7/2025 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed.
YAH MO BE THERE: Following its run on 2/8/2025 it was reported that the horse was slowly away.
TIGER MASK: Following its run on 28/6/2025 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly
KING CASPER: Following its run on 31/7/2025 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the going.
PROBABLE S.P.’S
7-1 Fearnot (IRE), 9-1 Montpellier (GB), Big Leader (IRE), 10-1 Sea Force (IRE), 12-1 Fifth Column (IRE), Teroomm (IRE), 14-1 Yah Mo Be There (GB), 16-1 Dividend (GB), Sir Paul Ramsey (GB), Knights Gold (IRE), 18-1 Impartiality (GB), Point of Contact (IRE), 28-1 Supido (FR), 33-1 Miami Matrix (IRE), 50-1 Tiger Mask (IRE), King Casper (IRE), We Dare To Dream (IRE)
RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Michael Shinners, Head of Sports PR
Sky Bet have generously given £200 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race and £200 to the groom responsible for the winning horse
Today’s Race Conditions
FIRST RACE 1.50 - The Sky Bet Stakes (GBBPlus Race) (Class 2 Heritage Handicap)
(CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code
£61848 to the winning horse The second to receive £29004, the third £14508, the fourth £7248, the fifth £3624 and the sixth £1812. for three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, August 16th and pay £600 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 20th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 12lb Penalties, after August 9th, 2025, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb NOTE: Any horse rated above 105 shall initially be treated as having that rating and the highest weight allotted shall be 9st 12lb Subsequently, the excess over 105 in any rating shall be allotted to that horse without limitation to the highest weight to be carried. SKY BET has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner This race forms part of a World Pool fixture. See tote.co.uk for more information. The BHA Department of Equine Regulation, Safety and Welfare will be performing pre-race examinations of all horses at this meeting. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of SKY BET The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 19 entries at £600 - Closed August 16th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £48756; Second £24384; Third £12192; Fourth £6096; Fifth £3048; Sixth £1524 Penalty Value: £61848 SS For race details see page 35
SECOND RACE 2.25 - The Weatherbys Lonsdale Cup (Group 2) (CLASS 1) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £141775 to the winning horse The second to receive £53750, the third £26900, the fourth £13400, the fifth £6725 and the sixth £3375. for three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, July 8th and pay £875 stake, Scratch by noon, July 29th or pay £1000, Confirm by noon, August 16th and pay £625, Supplementary Entry by noon, August 16th and pay £20000 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 20th. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 8st 8lb; fillies 8st 5lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 9st 5lb; fillies 9st 2lb Penalties, after 2024, a winner of a Group 1 race 3lb. WEATHERBYS has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner This race forms part of a World Pool fixture. See tote.co.uk for more information. The BHA Department of Equine Regulation, Safety and Welfare will be performing pre-race examinations of all horses at this meeting. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of WEATHERBYS The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code PLEASE NOTE: The two mile start is in the home straight. 26 entries, 6 at £875, 12 at £1875, 8 at £2500 - Closed July 8th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £111400; Second £45725; Third £22875; Fourth £11425; Fifth £5725; Sixth £2850 Penalty Value: £141775 A SS For race details see page 43.
THIRD RACE 3.00 - The Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai Gimcrack Stakes (Group 2) (In honour of Tom Lacy) (CLASS 1) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £141775 to the winning horse The second to receive £53750, the third £26900, the fourth £13400, the fifth £6725 and the sixth £3375. for two yrs old colts and geldings only Enter by noon, July 8th and pay £875 stake, Scratch by noon, July 29th or pay £1000, Confirm by noon, August 16th and pay £625, Supplementary Entry by noon, August 16th and pay £20000 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 20th. Weights: 9st 2lb each Penalties, a winner of a Group 1 or Group 2 race 3lb AL BASTI EQUIWORLD DUBAI has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner The winning owner of the Al Basti Equiworld Dubai Gimcrack Stakes will be invited by The Anciente Fraternite of York Gimcracks to speak at the 254th Gimcrack Dinner on Tuesday December 9th, 2025, at York Racecourse This race forms part of a World Pool fixture. See tote.co.uk for more information. The BHA Department of Equine Regulation, Safety and Welfare will be performing pre-race examinations of all horses at this meeting. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of AL BASTI EQUIWORLD DUBAI. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code 49 entries, 13 at £875, 25 at £1875, 11 at £2500 - Closed July 8th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £111400; Second £45725; Third £22875; Fourth £11425; Fifth £5725; Sixth £2850 Penalty Value: £141775 A SS For race details see page 55.
FOURTH RACE 3.35 - The Coolmore Wootton Bassett Nunthorpe Stakes (Group 1) (CLASS 1) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £395552 to the winning horse The second to receive £149962, the third £75051, the fourth £37386, the fifth £18762 and the sixth £9416. for two yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, July 1st and pay £2625 stake, Scratch by noon, July 29th or pay £3000, Confirm by noon, August 16th and pay £1875, Supplementary Entry by noon, August 16th and pay £40000 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 20th. Weights: 2-y-o colts and geldings 8st 3lb; fillies 8st 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st 11lb; fillies 9st 8lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 9st 13lb; fillies 9st 10lb NOTE: In the event that a two-year-old filly is declared for this race, all weights will be raised by 2lb at the 48-Hour Declaration Stage NOTE: Horses will only be eligible to run in this race provided that they have a current BHA Handicap Rating of 80 or higher at midday of the confirmation stage Horses which do not qualify for a rating may also be eligible providing the BHA Handicapper is satisfied that the horse’s racecourse performances up to and including the day before confirmation merit a provisional assessment of 80 or higher Horses which have not run will not be eligible. COOLMORE has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner The BHA Department of Equine Regulation, Safety and Welfare will be performing pre-race examinations of all horses at this meeting. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of COOLMORE. The sponsorship payment of £1000 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code The Coolmore Wootton Bassett Nunthorpe Stakes is part of the Breeders’ Cup Challenge Race Programme for 2025 See Breeders’ Cup website for details. This race forms part of a World Pool fixture. See tote.co.uk for more information. 42 entries, 10 at £2625, 13 at £5625, 16 at £7500, 3 at £40000 - Closed July 1st, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £310806; Second £127573; Third £63821; Fourth £31876; Fifth £15973; Sixth £7952 Penalty Value: £395552.25 Weights raised 2lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable A SS For race details see page 69 FIFTH RACE 4.10 - The Assured Data Protection EBF Fillies’ Stakes (Class 2 Heritage Handicap) (GBBPlus Race) (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £51540 to the winning horse The second to receive £24170, the third £12090, the fourth £6040, the fifth £3020 and the sixth £1510. for three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which are E.B.F eligible, Rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, August 16th and pay £500 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 20th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 12lb Penalties, after August 9th, 2025, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb ASSURED DATA PROTECTION has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner THE TRUSTEES OF THE BRITISH EUROPEAN BREEDERS’ FUND have also kindly contributed £10000 towards the prize money for this race. The European Breeders’ Fund support 151 Flat races each year across Yorkshire; boosting prize money by over £500000 Each year, the British EBF contributes up to £2million to Flat and National Hunt racing nationwide This race forms part of a World Pool fixture. See tote.co.uk for more information. The BHA Department of Equine Regulation, Safety and Welfare will be performing pre-race examinations of all horses at this meeting. The British Horseracing Authority’s Development Fund has generously contributed £15000 towards the prize money for this race. The Race Incentive Fund, supported by the Horserace Betting Levy Board, provides for the inclusion of £1 towards the prize money for this race. PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 17 entries at £500 - Closed August 16th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £40630; Second £20320; Third £10160; Fourth £5080; Fifth £2540; Sixth £1270 Penalty Value: £51540 SS For race details see page 77
SIXTH RACE 4.45 - The British Stallion Studs EBF Convivial Maiden Stakes (Class 2) (GBB Race) (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £51540 to the winning horse The second to receive £24170, the third £12090, the fourth £6040, the fifth £3020 and the sixth £1510. for maiden two yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible Enter by noon, August 16th and pay £500 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 20th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 7lb; fillies 9st 2lb THE EUROPEAN BREEDERS’ FUND has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner THE TRUSTEES OF THE BRITISH EUROPEAN BREEDERS’ FUND have kindly contributed £20000 towards the prize money for this race. IRISH THOROUGHBRED MARKETING will award a Euro10000 Irish Sales Voucher to the winning owner if the winning horse is (IRE) suffixed and eligible for the scheme The European Breeders’ Fund support 151 Flat races each year across Yorkshire; boosting prize money by over £500000 Each year, the British EBF contributes up to £2million to Flat and National Hunt racing nationwide This race forms part of a World Pool fixture. See tote.co.uk for more information. The BHA Department of Equine Regulation, Safety and Welfare will be performing pre-race examinations of all horses at this meeting. The British Horseracing Authority’s Development Fund has generously contributed £2500 towards the prize money for this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of EUROPEAN BREEDERS’ FUND The sponsorship payment of £250 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code 23 entries at £500 - Closed August 16th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £40630; Second £20320; Third £10160; Fourth £5080; Fifth £2540; Sixth £1270 Penalty Value: £51540 A SS For race details see page 83.
SEVENTH RACE 5.20 - The Sky Bet Mile Handicap Stakes (Class 2 Heritage Handicap)
(CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £51540 to the winning horse The second to receive £24170, the third £12090, the fourth £6040, the fifth £3020 and the sixth £1510. for three yrs old only, Rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107 - see Standard Conditions) Enter by noon, August 16th and pay £500 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 20th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after August 9th, 2025, for each race won 6lb SKY BET has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner This race forms part of a World Pool fixture. See tote.co.uk for more information.
The BHA Department of Equine Regulation, Safety and Welfare will be performing pre-race examinations of all horses at this meeting. PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 32 entries at £500 - Closed August 16th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £40630; Second £20320; Third £10160; Fourth £5080; Fifth £2540; Sixth £1270 Penalty Value: £51540 SS For race details see page 89
The Small Print
An A-Z of information for racegoers
Abandoned Racing
In the event of racing being abandoned, refunds on badges and tickets purchased will only be paid in the following circumstances.
a) before the first race - 100% refund.
b) before the completion of three races.
c) thereafter - no refund applies. Refunds cannot be made on racedays. To obtain a refund, racegoers who purchased their admission on the day should send the ticket they were given on entrance with their full name and address to: York Racecourse, York, YO23 1EX within 30 days. Racegoers who booked in advance direct with the track and so paid by card will receive an automatic refund. A similar process will apply for those who paid in advance by cheque. Please visit the racecourse website www.yorkracecourse.co.uk for more information.
Alcohol And Public Order
The Racecourse takes its responsibilities under Licensing Laws very seriously and puts in place training and measures to exceed these obligations. Racegoers are urged to drink responsibly. Alcohol cannot be brought into the stands side enclosures. York Racecourse reserves the right to expel any person found to be drunk or behaving in a disorderly manner.
The “Challenge 25” initiative will be in operation to ensure that only those aged 18 and over are served with alcohol. Thank you for your support of this obligation.
Cameras
Please feel free to take a souvenir photo of your day. However we would remind you that the preparation and performance of the sport must be ensured, so please note:1. Kindly refrain from flash photography.
2. Avoid taking photos in restricted areas used by the sporting professionals i.e. Saddling Boxes, Stables, Unsaddling Boxes & Weighing Room.
3. Respect the privacy of others.
Cigarettes and e-cigarettes
The current smoking legislation regarding smoking in public places applies at the racecourse. The use of e-cigarettes is permitted, however they will be treated the same as tobacco products.
Common Courtesy/Entry Conditions
All persons visiting York Racecourse are admitted subject to Racecourse Regulations and the Rules of Racing. The Racecourse reserves the right to refuse admission or remove from the racecourse any person refusing to comply with the Rules and Regulations or whose presence is a source of danger or annoyance to others. A full set of entry rules can be viewed at www.yorkracecourse.co.uk.
Dogs
Racegoers are requested to leave their pets including all dogs at home. Guide and Assistance dogs are welcome.
First Aid
There are first aid posts in the Edwardian Weighing Room, other such buildings have been designated as isolation rooms, should they be required.
Dress Standards
Most racegoers like to make racing at York a special occasion and choose to dress accordingly. Gentlemen (and those identifying as such) in the County Stand are required to wear a jacket, collared shirt and tie. It has always been the case that shorts and t-shirts have been welcome in Grandstand and Paddock. All racegoers are reminded that the removal of shirts is not encouraged and that basic decency and not causing offence to fellow racegoers by clothing choices, is required. York Racecourse reserves the right to refuse or, to require anyone to leave who does not observe the above code.
Drugs
A zero tolerance policy on drug abuse is in force, be warned, North Yorkshire Police and our own team are watching with some canine help, sniffing.
Litter
Racegoers are requested to place all litter in the receptacles provided. If you do not need your racecard please place it in a bin as you leave the racecourse.
Noise
So that the horses have the best chance to perform and so your fellow racegoers have the opportunity to enjoy them please do not cause any distractions; the waving of flags or banners, use of radios or making of sudden noises are examples of things to avoid. Racegoers are reminded of Public Health England advice that shouting increases the risk of the spread of diseases, so to consider wearing your face covering when part of a cheering crowd.
Parade Ring
For safety reasons children under the age of twelve are not permitted into the Parade Ring or Unsaddling Enclosure.
Photo Finishes And Stewards’ Enquiries/Objections
In any race where Photo Finish has been called by the Judge, this information will be displayed on the Giant Screen. An announcement will also be broadcast. Race Results and Photographs will also be displayed on the York Racecourse television monitors.
Radios and Mobile Telephones
The use of all types of communication equipment is strictly controlled at all racecourses. Members of the public may not use two-way radios, scanning receivers etc., for any purpose at the racecourse.
Track Safety
For your own safety and the welfare of the horses, jockeys and stable staff please keep off the track. Anyone trespassing on the track: Will be liable to arrest and prosecution Will be ejected immediately Will be banned from all future York race meetings May face a nationwide racecourse ban.
Knavesmire Notes
Keep a note of any horses that catch your eye today. You never know, they may be future winners here at York.
SAFE JOURNEY OME…
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Successful sire sons ofDUBAWI alreadyinclude NIGHTOFTHUNDER
TOO DARN HOT NEWBAY ZARAK
Out ofthe seven-time Gr.1-winning wonder mare MINDING (GALILEO)!
