A very warm welcome to the Sky Bet Ebor Festival and the flagship race of our season – the Group 1 Juddmonte International – the Longines World’s Best Race!
Today is the richest raceday we have ever hosted with well over at over £2m in prize money – the result, attracting a fabulous line up of the best of horses and jockeys from around the world, for us to all enjoy. I hope you have a wonderful Juddmonte International day. For nearly four decades, our showpiece race has been supported by Juddmonte - we remain hugely appreciative of their fabulous backing and wish them and their guests a wonderful day.
This year’s renewal looks to be mouthwatering clash of continents, distances, sexes and racing powerhouses. Between them the six contenders have amassed 18 Pattern race victories and £8.7 million in prize money. Emphatic winner of the Prince of Wales’s Stakes at Royal Ascot, Ombudsman, renews rivalry with the barely believable winner of the Coral Eclipse in Delacroix. Unbeaten in four races, Daryz, provides the French challenge while Japanese Derby winner Danon Decile arrives following his scintillating victory in the Sheema Classic. See The Fire is unbeaten at York and was indeed on fire in the Al Basti Equiworld Dubai, Middleton in May – literally bred for success today as dam and sire both won this race. All things considered – what a race we have in prospect!
Marvellous though our feature race is, the rest of the card is also dripping with quality. The Group Two Sky Bet Great Voltigeur is a fascinating contest as well as being one that shapes the final Classic or even the Arc – Lambourn joins us as both the English and Irish Derby winner Just two years ago, Continuous, became the 15th colt to achieve the Knavesmire-Town Moor double
Every race this week will tell a story; the opening Hong Kong Jockey Club World Pool Stakes sees a field of 20 over the unusual distance of five and a half furlongs, with Copper Knight bidding to add to his already record number of seven wins in what will be an incredible 34 runs at York. It recognises the support of the Hong Kong Jockey Club over the three weekdays of this festival and is exactly the sort of competitive contest that both those betting into World Pool or with festival supporters, Sky Bet, will relish.
The Group Three Tattersalls Acomb is the first of ten Group races over these four days, for the second time there have been no restrictions to entry which has contributed to an eight-runner field. Like so many races this week it now forms part of a global sporting narrative, with the winner offered guaranteed free entry with travel expenses to the Breeders Cup Juvenile Turf at Del Mar on Friday 31 October.
The richest nursery handicap in the land, one of 13 contests this week to be backed by the headline sponsor of the Festival, Sky Bet, concludes today’s card. It will continue a pattern in the annual joust between bookie and Knavesmire regular, that will culminate in Saturday’s £500,000 Sky Bet Ebor
We have some top class racing today, made possible by both your support and the backing of our partners and sponsors.
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 living 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
1.20pm RAF Falcons Parachute Display
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
Shepherd Group 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
All timings are approximate, listen for PA announcements for any updates.
York Racecourse wishes to express its thanks to this afternoon’s sponsors.
World Pool
First Race - 1.50pm
The Hong Kong Jockey Club World Pool Stakes (Handicap) - 5f
Pages 33-36
Tattersalls
Second Race - 2.25pm
The Tattersalls Acomb Stakes (Group 3) - 7f
Pages 43-45
Sky Bet
Third Race - 3.00pm
The Sky Bet Great Voltigeur Stakes (Group 2) - 1m 4f
Pages 59-57
Juddmonte
Fourth Race - 3.35pm
The Juddmonte International Stakes (Group 1) - 1m 2f
Pages 67-70
Sky Bet
Fifth Race - 4.10pm
The Sky Bet Stayers Stakes (Heritage Handicap) - 2m Pages 75-77
IRE
Sixth Race - 4.45pm
The Ire Incentive, It Pays To Buy Irish Fillies’ Stakes (Handicap) - 5f
Pages 81-85
Sky Bet
Seventh Race - 5.20pm
The Sky Bet Nursery Stakes (Nursery Handicap) - 6f
Pages 87-90
Races 1 - 5 covered by All races covered by
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
SOLD OUT today, book online for later in the season.
A reserved lounge with allocated seats.
SOLD OUT today, try online for future meetings
(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)
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
home to our popular and his team. (Advance booked)
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. SOLD OUT today, try online for future meetings
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
MEAL DEAL LOCATION MD FOOD & DRINK FREE ZONES
RACING AREA
SEAFOOD OPTION CHILDREN ESPECIALLY WELCOME
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
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.
BRIDGET GUERIN (CHAIRMAN) NICHOLAS WRIGLEY VICTORIA SAVILE WILLIAM BETHELL CHRISTOPHER DENNY NICK CHEYNE ED WRIGLEY
WILLIAM DERBY Chief Executive & Clerk of the Course
01904 683932 rachel.wigby@yorkracecourse.co.uk
LAUREN MAHAN Marketing Manager
01904 620911 lauren.mahan@yorkracecourse.co.uk
LOUISE DALY Commercial Manager Hospitality & Banqueting
Work out the common racing thread that links clusters of these words. There are four categories, can you get them all? You can only use each name once!
WARREN FENTIAMN
IAN MONGAN
RYAN MOORE
DAVID EGAN
JASON HART
JOSEPH O’BRIEN
JAMIE SPENCER
CRACKSMAN
LOGICIAN
SAM JAMES POSTPONED
JAMES DOYLE
TOM EAVES TELESCOPE
MICHAEL KINANE TOM QUEALLY
FILL IN THE BLANKS
Can you work out the missing information from the 2024 Juddmonte International Stakes? (Clue: number 12 was the winner)
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
M BARZALONA
3.35 Daryz (FR) F-H Graffard
C BEASLEY
1.50 Tatterstall (IRE) M Dods
2.25 Rochfortbridge (IRE) A P Keatley
H BENTLEY
5.20 Dublin Bay (IRE) O Sangster
W BUICK
2.25 Distant Storm C Appleby
3.00 Mount Kilimanjaro (FR) A O’Brien
3.35 Ombudsman (IRE) J & T Gosden
4.10 Alphonse Le Grande (IRE) A J Martin
L COUGHLAN
5.20 Goldie Bear (IRE) R Menzies
J DACE
5.20 Ecclefechan J Ryan H DOYLE
1.50 Cuban Grey P J McKenna
4.10 Terrorise B Ellison
5.20 Blue Orbit (IRE) Dr R Newland & J Insole J DOYLE
4.10 Fireblade ..............................................................D Cunha
5.20 Old Is Gold (IRE) A Balding
T EAVES
1.50 Bergerac (IRE) K Ryan
4.45 Lady Roxby M Herrington
D EGAN
1.50 The Man (IRE) R Spencer
4.45 Mademoiselle K P De Foy R ELLIOTT
4.45 Novamay M Dods
5.20 Awraad (IRE) G Tutty
J FANNING
4.10 Align The Stars (IRE) C Johnston
5.20 Veiled Truth P Makin
S FARMER
4.45 Eternal Sunshine J Goldie
5.20 Temple Of Athena B Ellison D FENTIMAN
1.50 Copper Knight (IRE) .................................. T Easterby
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:
LEADING TRAINERS AT YORK (2020-2025) WITH RUNNERS:
A BALDING (34 wins from 200 runners, 17%) runs GEWAN (2.25), SEE THE FIRE (3.35), SPIRIT MIXER (4.10), OLD IS GOLD (5.20).
W HAGGAS (33 wins from 220 runners, 15%) runs ARABIAN FORCE (3.00), SANTORINI STAR (4.10).
K R BURKE (30 wins from 262 runners, 11%) runs OVER THE BLUES (4.45).
Trainers In Form
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
A FABRE (18 wins from 43 runners, 42%) runs BIRR CASTLE (3.35).
W HAGGAS (12 wins from 34 runners, 35%) runners listed above.
D O’MEARA (12 wins from 44 runners, 27%) runs TIVA (4.45), ROGUE SUPREMACY (5.20).
Top Course Jockeys
LEADING JOCKEYS AT YORK (2020-2025) WITH RIDES:
TOM MARQUAND (33 wins from 215 rides, 15%) rides ARABIAN FORCE (3.00), SANTORINI STAR (4.10),
NAD ALSHIBA GREEN (4.45).
DANIEL TUDHOPE (27 wins from 286 rides, 9%) rides ROGUE SUPREMACY (5.20).
OISIN MURPHY (25 wins from 161 rides, 16%) rides ROMAN DRAGON (1.50), MAY ANGEL (2.25), SEE THE FIRE (3.35), RIVER SPEY (5.20).
DANIEL TUDHOPE (11 wins from 42 rides, 26%) rides listed above.
BILLY LOUGHNANE (11 wins from 48 rides, 23%) rides AMORIM (5.20).
Weight Watcher
The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years:
4.45 Woolhampton (won off 91 down 5lb to 86);
4.10 Align The Stars (won off 99 down 3lb to 96).
Classy Tips
The following horses are running today in a race at least two grades lower than their previous race: 4.10
SANTORINI STAR (down 2 grades);
4.45 SARATOGA SPECIAL (down 2 grades);
5.20 ROGUE SUPREMACY (down 2 grades).
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 18th August.
How to Read the Racecard
colour graphic
horse’s saddlecloth number
horse’s name No. of days since last ran
A symbol here denotes the horse holds an entry on British Champions Day, Saturday 18th October.
1 City Of Troy (USA) (46)
B c Justify (USA) - Together Forever (IRE)
Owner: Mrs John Magnier,Mr M.Tabor & Mr D.Smith
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien, Ireland
Baron’s Selection
3 9-1 (57.6) (5)
Jockey: Ryan Moore
Form: 111-011
Breeder: Orpendale, Chelston & Wynatt
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to soft. Won on his latest outing when 1-4fav in the Group 1 Coral-Eclipse at Sandown over 1m 2f (soft) last month, beating Al Riffa by 1l. Has also won at Epsom this season. Official BHA Rating 124 SP: EVENS
f=filly - female horse up to age 5 m=mare form guide Probable SP
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
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 Karl Curran 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. Michael Roberts is in the hot seat this afternoon.
JUVENILE:
Two-year old horse; the entire field in our 2:25pm and 5.20pm contests.
KNAVESMIRE: The name for the piece of ground on which York Racecourse is situated.
MAIDEN:.................................Horse which has not yet won a race.
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 Mike Cattermole 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
Full range of bets available on all UK and Irish racing
Race 1 2.05 5f 182y
1 Gwen John (IRE) 9-6
2 Lily Pearl (GB) 9-2
3 March Ahead (GB) 9-2
4 Miss Boyd (GB) 9-2
5 Only Dream Big (GB) 9-2
6 Rogue Citation (IRE) 9-2
7 With Glory (IRE) 9-2
Race 2 2.40 5f 182y
1 Promise Time (GB) 9-10
2 Boyne Lady (IRE) 9-9
3 On Key (GB) 9-7
4 Sole Spirit (GB) 9-4
5 Tarlac (IRE) 9-4
6 East Tyrone (IRE) 9-0
7 Memphisatmidnight (IRE) 8-7
CARLISLE
Race 3 3.15 1m 3f 39y
1 Educate (GB) 10-0
2 Kalikapour (IRE) 9-11
3 Ravenswell (FR) 9-8
4 Taylormade Lad (IRE) 9-7
5 Sidney Stratton (IRE) 9-6
6 Hot Team (IRE) 9-0
7 Rosso Levanto (IRE) 8-13
Race 4 3.50 6f 195y
1 Master Richard (GB) 9-9
2 Alessia Fernanda (IRE) 9-7
3 Silent Move (GB) 9-7
4 Redarna (GB) 9-6
5 Count Palatine (IRE) 9-4
6 Paws For Thought (IRE) 9-4
7 Vince Le Prince (GB) 9-4
Race 5 4.25 6f 195y
1 Patricia R (GB) 9-7
2 Beauty Blossom (IRE) 9-2
3 Crystal Dagger (GB) 9-2
4 Elizabeth Bay (GB) 9-2
5 Magic Music (GB) 9-2
Race 6 4.55 6f 195y
1 Believe In Lies (IRE) 9-13
2 Operation Gimcrack (IRE) 9-12
3 Oh So Cool (IRE) 9-9
4 Sanditon (IRE) 9-9
5 No Nay Nevermind (IRE) 9-7
6 Bella Love (IRE) 9-6
7 Tootsie (IRE) 9-1
8 Albeyours (GB) 9-1
9 Miss Cast (IRE) 8-9
Runners & Riders
TOP JOCKEY AT YORK
COPPER KNIGHT: WINNING-MOST HORSE HERE
EYES ON OUR FIRST RACE WHEN COPPER KNIGHT, HOPES TO RECORD WIN NUMBER EIGHT.
The Denham family first ran Copper Knight at York back in 2017 when he won the first of his seven races. It was an assertive performance over then stable mate Rasheeq and was very much a sign of things to come. He had further success at York before taking his most prestigious prize at the track. The John Smith’s City Walls Stakes 2019, his first Listed success. His superb seventh victory came back in July.
A plaque has been erected in his honour on the pre-parade ring side of the weighing room, where it reads ‘winning most’, as he may well not be done with winning at York just yet! Last July Copper Knight made history by registering another win on the Knavesmire. He remains a stalwart of Tim Easterby’s operation, with a record breaking seven wins. Will Copper Knight continue to make history with an eighth win today on his 34th run at York?
The Hong Kong Jockey Club World Pool Stakes (Heritage Handicap)
Five Furlongs About 89 Yards (1,000 metres)
See page 94 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 5f 89y
Race Type:
Prize Money: £120,000
Age: 3+
Stalls: Centre
The first of seven races with at least a six-figure purse today, it is a competitive handicap for 3yo+ horses, run over the unusual trip of five and a half furlongs.
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, on past performance, will be the highest rated, and so will carry the most weight – Jordan Electrics and Roman Dragon both share the burden of carrying the top weight today.
So, pit your wits against the handicapper – as clues, look for C (has won at York) or D (has won over this distance) against the horse’s name, noting Copper Knight is one to carry both, as the winning-most horse ever here after seven previous wins.
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: JM JUNGLE
Trainer: John and Sean Quinn
Jockey: Jason Hart
Age/Weight: 4-8-10
Runners: 22 SP: 10/1
Jm Jungle was 4lb lower than when he was third in this race as a 3yo. He raced prominently throughout on the far side of the track to come home an impressive winner
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
RaceiQ Par Time: 1m 2.21s
(Based on going description: Good to firm-good in places)
Course Record: 1m 1.72s by Bogart (21-Aug-13)
All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last seven years.
Leading course trainer (20-25): R Fahey (27 wins from 447 runners, 6%) runs VINTAGE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (11 wins from 87 runners, 13%) runs COPPER KNIGHT Longest Travellers: KENDALL ROY trained by K McGivern & CUBAN GREY trained by P J McKenna - both Ireland.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 18th August.
KNAVESMIRE TIP
The Man returned to the fray with an impressive display over 5f at the Dante meeting, while Trefor finished a fine second at Windsor and may also feature. Vintage Clarets landed the Shergar Cup Dash in good style last time, but could only manage eighth in this last year behind the runner-up JORDAN ELECTRICS. Jim Goldie’s sprinter found the smart Jm Jungle too good on that occasion and another bold bid looks likely with a couple of recent runs under his belt. Brazen Bolt and Squealer are others to consider
The Hong Kong Jockey Club World Pool Stakes
1 Roman Dragon (GB) (17)
Distance: 5f 89y
Race Type: Heritage Handicap
Prize Money: £120,000
Age: 3+
Stalls: Centre
6 9-12 (62.6) (20)
B g Heeraat (IRE) - Trixie Malone Jockey: Oisin Murphy
Owner: Nick Hughes & Owen Promotions Ltd
Trainer: Hugo Palmer, Malpas
Form: 010001 D Breeder: Owen Promotions Ltd
Has won nine races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. A winner at 16-1 at Chester over 6f (good to firm) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Celandine by a nose Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 100 SP: 18-1
2
Jordan Electrics (GB) (18)
9 9-12 (62.6) (11)
B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Ruby Slippers Jockey: Paul Mulrennan
Owner: BJordan,BrianJordan,SJordan&NMcConnell
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Form: 1025-00 D Breeder: T. J. Cooper
Has won 16 races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Two Tribes at 40-1 when 9th of 27 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 6f (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 100 SP: 25-1
3 Vintage Clarets (GB) (11)
9-10 (61.7) (17)
B g Ardad (IRE) - Enchanted Princess Jockey: Ethan Tindall (7)
Owner: Mr A Tattersall & Partner
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton Form: 365201 CD Breeder: M. E. Broughton
Has won ten races at 5f on ground varying from good to firm to heavy and on the all-weather A winner at 5-1 at Ascot over 5f (good to firm) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Vespasian by 1l. Official BHA Rating 98 SP: 10-1
4 Tees Spirit (GB) (11)
9-5 (59.4) (18)
Br g Swiss Spirit - Mistress Twister Jockey: Jack Nicholls (5)
Owner: Ingleby Bloodstock Ltd & The Ivy League
Trainer: Adrian Nicholls, Sessay
Form: 0-05000 D Breeder: Ingleby Bloodstock Ltd
Has won nine races from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground Beaten 5l behind Fluorescence at 17-2 when eighth of 9 on his latest outing at Redcar over 5f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 93 SP: 50-1
5 Tatterstall (IRE) (356)
B g Bungle Inthejungle - Nafa (IRE)
Owner: Mr D Stone & Mrs C Dods
Trainer: Michael Dods, Darlington
5
Jockey: Connor Beasley
Form: 031414- D
Breeder: Maurice Burns
He has won four times at 5f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Finished 1l behind Thunder Moor when fourth of 13 at 28-1 on his latest outing at Southwell over 5f in August last year. Official BHA Rating 93 SP: 50-1
6
Bergerac (IRE) (33)
B g Kodi Bear (IRE) - Fancy Vivid (IRE)
Owner: Mrs Angie Bailey
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton
Jockey: Tom Eaves
Form: 052143 CD
Breeder: Mark & Caroline Hanly
Has won eight races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft and on the all-weather Third of 14 behind Nariko beaten 1l at 10-1 on his latest outing at Hamilton over 6f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 93 SP: 18-1
7 Trefor (IRE) (9)
(7)
B g Invincible Army (IRE) - Silk Bow Jockey: Kieran Shoemark
Owner: Julie Martin & David R. Martin & Partner
Trainer: Charles Hills, Lambourn
Form: 041132
Breeder: Yeomanstown Stud
Winner of five races at 6f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten a neck by Chief Mankato when second of 12 at 6-1 on his latest outing at Windsor over 6f (good to firm) earlier this month. Has won at Ripon and Doncaster this season. Official BHA Rating 93 (+5) SP: 12-1
He has won four times at 5f on good ground. Finished 2l behind Dan Tucker when fourth of 5 at 6-4fav on his latest outing at Pontefract over 5f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 92 SP: 14-1
9
Azure Angel (GB) (25)
9-3 (58.5) (15)
Ch m Harry Angel (IRE) - Silken Skies (IRE) Jockey: Callum Rodriguez
Owner: Future Champions Racing And Partner
Trainer: Edward Bethell, Middleham Form: 0-52130 D Breeder: Mrs Tina Cox
Winner of five races from 5f to 7f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Beaten 6l behind Cover Up at 14-1 when eighth of 14 on her latest outing at Ascot over 5f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 91 SP: 16-1
10 The Man (IRE) (96)
9-2 (58.1) (4)
B g Mehmas (IRE) - Pale Orchid (IRE) Jockey: David Egan
Owner: Phil Cunningham
Trainer: Richard Spencer, Newmarket Form: 1000-1 CD Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
Successful twice at 5f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather A winner at 14-1 over this course and distance (good to firm) on his latest outing in May, beating Loom by 2 1/4l. Official BHA Rating 92 SP: 9-1
11 Kendall Roy (GB) (11)
B g Twilight Son - Procedure
Owner: Kate McGivern/Thomas Hore/Shane M Power
Trainer: Miss Kate McGivern, Ireland
9-2 (58.1)
The Procedure Partnership
Winner of five races at 5f on ground varying from good to soft. Third of 7 behind Sarahmae beaten 1 1/2l at 7-1 on his latest outing at Curragh over 5f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 90 SP: 22-1
12 Brazen Bolt (GB) (22)
B g Brazen Beau (AUS) - Gladys’ Gal
Owner: Fishlake Commercial Motors Ltd
Trainer: Ruth Carr, Stillington
Warren Fentiman (5)
0-03211 CD
Fishlake Commercial Motors Ltd
Has won 11 races from 5f to 7f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 28-1 at Goodwood over 5f (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Adrestia by a nose Has also won at York this season. Official BHA Rating 89 SP: 16-1
13 Vantheman (IRE) (33)
(6)
B g Invincible Army (IRE) - Laila Honiwillow Jockey: Kevin Stott
Owner: Alison Muir Tonge / Colin Paterson
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton Form: 4-50420 D Breeder: Yeomanstown Stud
He has won three times from 5f to 6f on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather Beaten 7l behind Nariko at 8-1 when 12th of 14 on his latest outing at Hamilton over 6f (good) last month. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time Official BHA Rating 88 SP: 25-1
14 Marty Hopkirk (IRE) (20)
B g Kodi Bear (IRE) - Slovak (IRE)
Owner: D Lowe & S Hoyland
Rossa Ryan
Trainer: David Loughnane, Tern Hill Form: 01520 D Breeder: Rathbarry Stud
A winner at 5f on the all-weather. Beaten 8l behind Naana’s Sparkle at 16-1 when 11th of 13 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 5f (heavy) last month. Official BHA Rating 89 SP: 28-1
15 Mon Na Slieve (IRE) (22)
Ch g Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Victory Wave (USA)
Owner: Mr B. T. McDonald
Jockey: Sam James
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton Form: 050160 CD Breeder: Godolphin
He has won three times at 5f on good ground. Beaten 7l behind Brazen Bolt at 22-1 when 10th of 20 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 5f (good) last month. Has won at Ayr and Musselburgh this season. Official BHA Rating 86 SP: 40-1
16 Curious Rover (IRE) (19)
B g The Irish Rover (IRE) - Only Live Once Jockey: William Pyle (3)
Owner: URSA Major Racing Ltd and Partner
Trainer: Katie Scott, Galashiels Form: 024031 D Breeder: Aidan Sexton
He has won four times at 5f on good and soft ground. A winner at 10-3 at Musselburgh over 5f (good) on his latest outing
this month, beating Lexington Blitz by 1/2l.
17 Spring Is Sprung (FR) (10)
B g Oasis Dream - Kinematic (in 5lb ex)
Owner: John Blackburn & Partner
Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow
(1)
Jason Hart
5-501
The Queen
Winner of seven races from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather A winner at 15-2 at Haydock over 5f (good to firm) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Night On Earth by a neck. Carries a 5lb penalty today for that success. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 80 (+6) SP: 11-1
18 Air Force One (IRE) (25)
(10)
Ch g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Great Dame (IRE) Jockey: P. J. McDonald
Owner: Bond Thoroughbred Limited
Trainer: Geoff Oldroyd, Pocklington
1020-01 CD Breeder: The Great Dame Partnership
Successful twice at 5f on good and yielding ground. A winner at 15-2 over this course and distance (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Bona Fortuna by 1 1/4l. Official BHA Rating 84 (-1)
19
Cuban Grey (GB) (11)
Gr g Havana Grey - Tout Va Bien (IRE)
Owner: McKenna Partnership
Trainer: P. J. McKenna, Northern Ireland
Jockey: Hollie Doyle
Plantation Stud
Winner of six races at 5f on ground varying from good to soft and on the all-weather Finished 1 3/4l behind Sarahmae when fourth of 7 at 11-2 on his latest outing at Curragh over 5f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 81 SP: 28-1
20 Copper Knight (IRE) (10)
B g Sir Prancealot (IRE) - Mystic Dream
Owner: Ventura Racing (Copper) & Partner
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
8-3 (52.2) (5)
Jockey: Duran Fentiman
Form: 211443 CD
Breeder: Wardstown Stud Ltd
Has won 17 races at 5f on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather Third of 13 behind Spring Is Sprung beaten 3l at 8-1 on his latest outing at Haydock over 5f (good to firm) earlier this month. Has won at Chester and Pontefract this season. Official BHA Rating 77 SP: 33-1
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 13. Hood worn by No 10 Blinkers worn by No 6, 15 Visor worn by No 1, 18. Tongue Strap worn by No 9, 11, 19, 20 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 19 STEWARDS NOTE
VANTHEMAN: Following its run on 18/7/2025 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run. PROBABLE S.P.’S
9-1 The Man (IRE), 10-1 Vintage Clarets (GB), Air Force One (IRE), 11-1 Spring Is Sprung (FR), 12-1 Trefor (IRE), 14-1 Squealer (IRE), 16-1 Azure Angel (GB), Brazen Bolt (GB), 18-1 Roman Dragon (GB), Bergerac (IRE), Curious Rover (IRE), 22-1 Kendall Roy (GB), 25-1 Jordan Electrics (GB), Vantheman (IRE), 28-1 Marty Hopkirk (IRE), Cuban Grey (GB), 33-1 Copper Knight (IRE), 40-1 Mon Na Slieve (IRE), 50-1 Tees Spirit (GB), Tatterstall (IRE)
RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION
1st
3rd £14508
FIRST RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by a representative of The Hong Kong Jockey Club
World Pool have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race and £100 to the racing groom responsible for the winning horse.
Celebrating the racehorse and their welfare is at the heart of what we do
York Racecourse
• 18 days of flat racing
• Approximately 1,200 horses
• Running in 125 races
Equine Welfare Investment
annually into equine related activity, including:
annually into equine related activity, including:
• 2 state of the art veterinary care boxes
• 2 state of the art veterinary care boxes
• 3 kilometres rubberised non-slip horse walkways
• 3 kilometres rubberised non-slip horse walkways
• 15 temperature controlled horse showers
• 16 temperature controlled horse showers
• 178 high specification stables
• 178 high specification stables
• 3 Misting fans – to aid horse cooling
• 3 Misting fans – to aid horse cooling
• 3 horse ambulances
• 2 horse ambulances
£2,000,000 management of 10 hectares of racing surface
Equine Expertise 365-day
• 3 equine specialist vets on duty at every raceday
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• Pre and post race examinations by a minimum of 6 BHA
Equine Welfare Officers
• A team of 12 equestrian experts providing pre, during and post-race support
• 2 experienced farriers, specialising in racehorses
• Mobile water provision across all equine related areas including on the racecourse
Leanne Aspery Stables Manager
British Racing
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Over since 2000 has been invested into advancing equine veterinary science and education via the Horseracing Betting Levy Board
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• Retraining of Racehorses (RoR) is British Horseracing’s official charity for the welfare of horses who have retired from racing
• York Racecourse supports the charity New Beginnings, who are accredited by the RoR to rehome and retrain thoroughbreds in their retirement
£7.6 million
£48 million since 2012 has been awarded in grants by The Racing Foundation specifically to horse welfare initiatives
8,000 Racing Grooms dedicate themselves 365 days a year to the 14,000 racehorses in mainland UK
Sarah Culshaw Stableside Manager
MAGICAL MEMORIES: ROBERTO AND FRANKEL
It was in 1972 that an idea that had been some years in the making became reality - a Group 1 race joined the then three-day Ebor Festival with the first running of the International, over a mile and a quarter, designed to attract the best of the classic generation and the best of the older brigade.
If the York organisers were looking for a vote of confidence for their new idea, they more than got it, as the inaugural running produced a field of dreams.
Brigadier Gerard was unbeaten at that stage in 15 races and the four-year-old lined up as hot favourite against the first two home in the Derby- the winner Roberto being ridden by the Panamanian Braulio Baeza after the late Lester Piggott who rode him at Epsom, decided to ride the runner up Rheingold that day.
The stands were packed but the script wasn’t read by the entire
cast Roberto set off in front and although Brigadier Gerard gave chase, Joe Mercer accepted the inevitable in the final furlong.
The crowd were shocked, but in hindsight the Brigadier’s failure by 3 lengths to give weight to a Derby winner, when the first two both broke the course record may not have been the disaster some portrayed.
York’s new race made the headlines and has continued to do so.
To the wider world, Wednesday 22nd August 2012 was just another day, but to the record opening day crowd packed into the Knavesmire it was to be anything but with the 127 seconds at its heart, it is remembered clearly over a decade later.
There was even an extra buzz at Kings Cross station that morning catching one of the early East Coast Expresses. The Guards on the train even mentioned a certain Frankel as we made our final approach to York Station.
It was to be Frankel’s 13th race - a perfect dozen won. But this Juddmonte International was different.
Brigadier Gerard
Roberto (Image: PA)
Could he dispatch fresh rivals with similar disdain, over 1 mile 2 furlongs and 88 yards as he had over a mile?
His owner, the much-missed Prince Khalid Abdulla was in town and, despite the desperate signs of his illness so was trainer, Sir Henry Cecil.
Those front row views of the pre parade have never filled so earlyit was an extraordinary sight.
Frankel faced a surprisingly large number of rivals as a field of nine went to post, the biggest challengers being St Nicholas Abbey, who had finished third in the King George at Ascot after winning the Coronation Cup at Epsom - one of three challengers from Ballydoyle, while two other stable mates of Frankel- his regular companion Bullet Train and Twice Over- who had won the race the previous year.
And there was Godolphin’s Farhh, whose rider Frankie Dettori observed wistfully “I’m sick of seeing the horse’s ar*e.
A few applauded as Frankel went to post, and a few gasped as the great horse missed the break and was settled in the rear by jockey Tom Queally as Bullet Train cut out the early running.
Turning for home, the crowd silence told its own story.
The hero remained near last; then Queally made his move down the
stands side- the race was over with a furlong to go- Frankel won by 7 lengths. No one moved as Queally brought the Champion in front of the stands.
And so to the Winners Enclosure - emotion almost tangible as the trainer removed his black fedora and walked forward to receive his prize as the call for “three cheers for ‘enry” was deafeningly responded to. Lord Grimthorpe, Frankel’s Racing Manager in his first season in his “other job” as York Chairman so was on hand when the Prince raised the trophy.
Speaking later, Teddy Grimthorpe joked when asked about Cecil’s health- ‘He’s in good spirits and devouring lobster’.
So, whether fifty years or a mere decade have slipped by, the memories of great champions remain fresh. It was a day, now over a decade ago that still lives in the memory. Not just the race, but what happened afterwards.
History repeating itself, in an interview reflecting on great racedays, a leading Newmarket Trainer said of August 2012 ‘The reception Sir Henry got that day is why I am such a proud Yorkshireman’
That trainer? William Haggas- who incidentally won in 2022 with another superstar, Baaeed.
The Tattersalls Acomb Stakes (Group 3)
About Seven Furlongs (1,400 metres)
See page 94 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 7f
Race Type: Group Three
Prize Money: £165,000
Age: 2
Stalls: Farside
This is part of the Pattern pyramid which denotes the best contests, Listed, Group 3 (like this one), Group 2 and Group 1. The first of the 12 Pattern races during the Sky Bet Ebor Festival.
This race is only open to 2yo horses, so it is a flat weights affair, over a trip of seven furlongs.
Listen to the Punters Panel from 1pm to hear the expert’s view.
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: THE LION IN WINTER
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien
Jockey: Ryan Moore
Age/Weight: 2-9-3
Runners: 11 SP: 2/1
Raced in an optimal position at the front throughout. Moore didn’t have to use the whip on him once. A decisive win for the colt.
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
RaceiQ Par Time: 1m 23.51s
(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 (34 wins from 200 runners, 17%) runs GEWAN Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A Balding (9 wins from 43 runners, 21%) runs GEWAN
Longest Traveller: ITALY trained by A O’Brien, Ireland.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 18th August.
KNAVESMIRE TIP
Italy separated a couple of Godolphin runners when finishing a creditable second in the Superlative Stakes at Newmarket That form should give Charlie Appleby a good handle on the chances of DISTANT STORM and the latter could prove the one to side with. The son of Night Of Thunder beat a couple of subsequent winners when making a winning debut in a hot maiden at Newmarket and can take this step up in class in his stride Goodwood Galaxy’s fourth in the Vintage Stakes can be marked up as he missed the break, while May Angel is another to note.
2nd Race 2.25
The Tattersalls Acomb Stakes
Horse
1
Distant Storm (GB) (40)
Ch c Night of Thunder (IRE) - Date With Destiny (IRE)
Owner: Godolphin
Trainer: Charlie Appleby, Newmarket
Distance: 7f
Race Type: Group Three
Prize Money: £165,000
Age: 2
Stalls: Farside
9-3 (58.5) (3)
Form: 1 D
Breeder: Newsells Park Stud
Foaled 15 Feb. Half-brother to Beautiful Morning, won three times at 7f and 1m 2f including a Group 3 race. Won on his latest outing when 5-6fav at Newmarket over 7f (good to firm) last month, beating Constitution River by a short head. Official BHA Rating - SP: 5-2
2
Gewan (GB) (33)
Gr c Night of Thunder (IRE) - Grey Mystere
Owner: Al Rabban Racing
Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
9-3 (58.5) (7)
Form: 1 D
Breeder: Overbury Stallions Ltd & Dukes Stud
Foaled 24 Mar Dam won at 7f A winner at 9-1 at Newbury over 7f (good to firm) on his latest outing last month, beating Ruler Of Time by 1 1/4l. Official BHA Rating - SP: 11-1
3
Goodwood Galaxy (GB) (22)
B c Kodi Bear (IRE) - Celestial Queen
Owner: Goodwood Racehorse Owners Group (31)
Trainer: David Menuisier, Pulborough
9-3 (58.5) (6)
Form: 14 D
Breeder: Branton Court Stud LLP
Foaled 12 Feb. Dam won twice at 7f and 1m. A winner at 7f on good to firm ground. Finished 2 1/4l behind Zavateri when fourth of 10 at 25-1 on his latest outing in the Group 2 Coral Vintage Stakes at Goodwood over 7f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 104 SP: 17-2
4 Italy (GB) (39)
B c Wootton Bassett - Bound (IRE)
Owner: Smith,Magnier,Tabor,Westerberg,Brant
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien, Ireland
9-3 (58.5) (5)
Form: 12 D BF
Breeder: Lordship Stud
Foaled 10 Mar Half-brother to Bowmark, won at 1m. A winner at 7f on good ground. Beaten 1 1/4l by Saba Desert when second of 7 at 4-6fav on his latest outing in the Group 2 bet365 Superlative Stakes at Newmarket over 7f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating - SP: 5-4
5 May Angel (GB) (23)
B c Dark Angel (IRE) - May Rose (IRE)
Owner: Mr Imad Alsagar
Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket
9-3 (58.5) (2)
Form: 51 D
Breeder: Blue Diamond Stud Farm (UK) Ltd
Foaled 8 Mar Half-brother to Bosphorus Rose, won three times at 1m 2f and 1m 4f A winner at 9-2 at Southwell over 7f on his latest outing last month, beating Tierra Del Toro by 2 1/4l. Official BHA Rating - SP: 25-1
6
Oceans Four (GB) (15)
Ch g Zoustar (AUS) - Savanne Sauvage (IRE)
NON-RUNNER
Owner: Family Amusements Ltd & DBS Partners
Trainer: Brian Meehan, Manton
st-lb (kgs) Draw Manton
(Self Cert)
Ryan Moore Viktor Vasylkivskyy
9-3 (58.5) (8)
Form: 01 D
Breeder: Paul Frampton & Widden Stud
Foaled 31 Jan. Half-brother to Blatant, won twice at 6f A winner at 6-1 at Ffos Las over 7f (good) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Conjecture by 1 3/4l. Official BHA Rating - SP: 40-1
7 Rochfortbridge (IRE) (30)
B c Mehmas (IRE) - Annual (USA)
Owner: J Fyffe, S Fyffe & partners
Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton
9-3 (58.5) (4)
Form: 1 D
Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
Foaled 18 Jan. Dam a lightly raced maiden. A winner at 28-1 at Ayr over 7f (good to soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Thesecretadversary by 3/4l. Official BHA Rating - SP: 25-1
8 Sovereign Ocean (IRE) (29)
B c Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Sea of Reality (IRE)
Owner: Mr Ian Jones
Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
9-3 (58.5) (1)
Form: 1 D
Breeder: Sandra Russell
Foaled 14 Mar Dam won at 1m. A winner at 33-1 at Musselburgh over 7f (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Proud Nation by a neck. Official BHA Rating - SP: 100-1
William Buick Mr. Shaitan Singh Rathore
P. J. McDonald Marie Perrault
David Probert Raju Singh
Oisin Murphy Alex Decaro
Connor Beasley Jessica Cooley
Andrew Mullen Ailsa McClung
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Fiona Mahony.
Tattersalls have generously given £200 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race and £200 to the racing groom responsible for the winning horse
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.
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.
The well supported Elmonjed moved William Haggas up the leaderboard.
Andrew Balding
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.
GreatVoltigeurStakes FACT FILE:
WHERE DOES THE RACE NAME COME FROM?
Voltigeur was a famous Yorkshire-trained Classic winner who carried the colours of the Earl of Zetland, to victory in both the Derby at Epsom and the St Leger in 1850 The Flying Dutchman had also landed the Derby-St Leger double the previous year The so called “Great Match” between the pair was held at York the following spring, over two miles with £1,000 side stakes (a sum equivalent to £700,000 in today’s shops) and the Knavesmire was packed to bursting to see the Flying Dutchman win the money. Yet, in one of those quirks of history the battling Voltigeur won the hearts on the day and he is now remembered with this race, the 550 seat restaurant at York as well as being the horse featured in our logo
Distance
One mile and four furlongs (2,400 metres)
Prize money £250,000 (prior to supplementary)
WHY IS IT AN IMPORTANT RACE?
It has long been the premier trial for the final Classic of the year and in five decades or more, the road to The Betfred St Leger fame has often started here on the Knavesmire. Continuous became the latest winner to achieve glory on Doncaster’s Town Moor, he became the 15th Great Voltigeur winner to do just that.
FIRST WINNER?
The Jack Jarvis-trained Castle Rock won the inaugural race in 1950 when ridden by Bill Rickaby.
ANY OTHER SUCCESSES?
In 2009 Mastery finished runner-up to Monitor Closely but reversed the placings in the Betfred St Leger Three year’s later Encke could only finish third here, but he broke the hearts of the racing public when he defeated the Triple Crown-seeking Camelot at Doncaster. It was a similar story in 2018 as the York third, Kew Gardens, turned the tables on Old Persian in the season’s final classic.
GLORY DOWN UNDER
The Charlie Appleby-trained Cross Counter was second in this back in 2018. Some ten weeks and 10,500 miles later and the colt carried the Godolphin colours to triumph in the Lexus Melbourne Cup So becoming the first Britishtrained winner of the race that stops a nation. 2022 winner, Deauville Legend, started as favourite at Flemington, however could not emulate the feat.
A ROYAL HICCUP...
Alleged is arguably the best Sky Bet Great Voltigeur winner not to go on to score at Doncaster. Trained by Vincent O’Brien, he went to Doncaster unbeaten in five starts and was sent off a red hot favourite, but he was beaten by Dunfermline – owned by The Late HM The Queen and ridden by Willie Carson. That was Alleged’s only defeat and he later took his revenge in the Arc in Paris, a prize he also won the following year
OTHER CLASSIC HEROES?
Before Logician and Continuous’s success, Premonition won the new York race in 1953, and became the first to go on to triumph in the Betfred St Leger He was trained by Cecil Boyd-Rochfort and ridden by Harry Carr and they did it again five years later with Alcide St Paddy, Hethersett, Ragusa and Indiana all did the double in a five year period during the 1960s, while Athens Wood and Bustino added to the score in the following decade. The mighty Reference Point took the Betfred Derby as well as these two races in his fantastic career Rule of Law carried the Godolphin blue to double victory in 2004 and Lucarno was another to do the double in 2007.
Sir Michael Stoute
LEADING TRAINERS?
Paddy Prendergast saddled five winners in the early years of the race, while the late Sir Henry Cecil was successful on four occasions. These totals have been surpassed by the recently retired Sir Michael Stoute - who won it seven times in his career including with Telescope in 2013. John Gosden also has a terrific record in the race, winning five of the last sixteen renewals, including that of 2019, though Clarehaven is not represented today. Aidan O’Brien, made it three wins in the past 10 years, with Los Angeles. He joined the likes of Continuous and Idaho, who did the business in 2016. Today it falls to Lambourn, Mount Kilimanjaro, Stay True and Thrice to extend that form. William Haggas lifted the trophy in 2015 and is today represented by Arabian Force, while the others would herald a debut victory
LEADING RIDER? WHO ARE THE SPONSORS?
On an afternoon when racegoers can once again take a selfie with the statue of the “Long Fellow”, it is worth noting that Lester Piggott won the race on no less than nine occasions, while Frankie Dettori bowed out of British racing on seven victories. Of the current crop, Ryan Moore leads the way with three winners and today partners Lambourn.
HOW DO LOCAL TRAINERS FARE?
Sky Bet is the UK’s most popular online bookmaker
We’ve been making betting better for years and we’re home of First Race Specials and the Soccer Saturday Price Boost.
We’re hugely passionate about sport which is why we sponsor the English Football League and have recently extended their partnership with York Racecourse which includes the sponsorship of thirteen races this week; including the Sky Bet Ebor
Brioche was the first Yorkshiretrained winner when saddled for victory by Malton-based Captain Charles Elsey in 1957. But it was 45 years before we saw another Yorkshire horse score when Mark Johnston collected the prize with subsequent St Leger third, Bandari. The barren patch for the locals will continue for at least one more year
Mark Johnston
Lester Piggott
WHEN IS A T TAL PRIZE FUND
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 Juddmonte International 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 both The Juddmonte International Stakes and The Sky Bet Great Voltigeur Stakes have risen because of one supplementary entry in each race, with Birr Castle joining the Juddmonte and Arabian Force added to the Great Voltigeur.
Birr Castle has been competitive over the 1m2f trip in Group company when running out of the Andre Fabre yard in France. Team Godolphin have reached into their European operation in this interesting move.
Arabian Force finished just a nose behind Nahraan at Hamilton back in July. This represents a significant step up in class but if the William Haggas team think he’s good enough to make the jump then he can be given every chance in this years renewal.
The breakdown of the new prize pots can be seen below.
Birr Castle
Arabian Force
BIG RACE TRENDS
THE SKY BET GREAT VOLTIGEUR STAKES (GROUP 2)
PREVIOUS WINNERS - LAST TEN RUNNINGS
Year Winner Trainer Jockey
TRAINERS
Aidan O’Brien has the best record of those in recent years, he has four winners to his name, including three the previous two winners as well as Idaho in 2016. Charlie Appleby and Jogn Gosden also feature twice on the roll of honour in the previous ten years.
BETTING
Five of the last 10 to win the race were favourites, with only one horse winning at double figure odds in that time frame. There is a slight bias toward those at the front of the market. Therefore pay close attention to Lambourn.
RECENT FORM
A last time out victory is not the be all and end all when looking for that elusive winner as only three of the last thirteen winners of this race have arrived here on the back of a success last time out. However, a solid run on their latest start offers some encouragement with all but three of the last eleven winners having finished no worse than fourth on their most recent outing.
DISTANCE
Previously it had been the case that winning over 1m4f prior to the race hadn't been important. That has begun to change with Old Persian, Logician, Pyledriver, Yibir Deauville Legend and 2024 victor Los Angeles all previously winning over the trip. Therefore it could well pay to follow those with experience, last year's winner Continuous bucked this trend, with his only win coming over a mile prior to his wining run. Lambourn has already won over this distance while Carmers is proven over further as well.
WEIGHT
Every horse is initially allotted 9st 2lb (8st 12lb until 2014) before penalties are given for previous wins at Group 1 or Group 2 level this season. Only four winners of the race have carried such penalties to victory since 1995. Los Angeles became the latest to manage that feat last year, can Lambourn, Carmers or Pride Of Arras do the same this year?
KEY TRENDS
Finished in first four last time
Single-figure odds
Win over 1m4f
CONCLUSION
While the record of those carrying penalties isn't great, Los Angeles did successfully do it last year and it might be wise to side with one of those carrying a penalty this year. LAMBOURN ticks almost every other box and is hard to look beyond for a trainer that has won this race the previous two years. He's proven over the distance and will be hard to stop for the hattrick seeking Ryan Moore. Carmers proven form over further makes him an obvious threat and although he has won all three of his starts, that isn't necessarily the be all or end all when it comes to the trends for this race. The supplemented Arabian Force will need to take his form up a notch, while the unexposed Stay True may benefit from not carrying any penalties.
3rd Race 3.00
The Sky Bet Great Voltigeur Stakes
(Group 2)
One Mile About Four Furlongs (2,400 metres)
See page 94 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Our third is a step up the Pattern pyramid, as a Group 2.
Distance: 1m 4f
Race Type: Group Two
Prize Money: £267,500 (after supplementary)
Age: 3c&g
Stalls: Centre
It is run over a mile and a half and open only to the “classic generation” of three-year-old colts and geldings.
Seen as a good indicator of a likely St Leger runner, there have been fifteen dual Knavesmire/Town Moor winners.
Look at the Press selections board next to the Parade Ring if you need a tip (or someone to blame)
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: LOS ANGELES
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien
Jockey: Ryan Moore
Age/Weight: 3-9-7
Runners: 5 SP: 5/4F
Los Angeles made it Ryan Moore’s second win of the day despite carrying a Group One Penalty. Raced in third throughout before taking the lead, coming down the inside to seal victory
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
RaceiQ Par Time: 2m 27.32s
(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): W Haggas (33 wins from 220 runners, 15%) runs ARABIAN FORCE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W Haggas (12 wins from 34 runners, 35%) runs ARABIAN FORCE
Fancy That: A P O’Brien won this race in 2016, 2023 and 2024 The stable runs LAMBOURN, MOUNT KILIMANJARO,STAY TRUE & THRICE today.
Longest Travellers: STAY
trained by P Twomey - all Ireland.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 18th August.
KNAVESMIRE TIP
Aidan O’Brien has won the last two renewals and LAMBOURN looks set to retain the prize for the Ballydoyle handler The Derby winner was less impressive when landing the Irish equivalent at the Curragh, but will be fresher for this and is difficult to oppose, despite a 5lb penalty. Pride Of Arras has been gelded after a couple of poor displays behind the selection. He won the Dante on the Knavesmire in fine style back in May and could launch a challenge if returning to that level, while the progressive Carmers won the Queen’s Vase at Ascot and is preferred to Arabian Force.
LAMBOURN
Pride Of Arras
3rd Race 3.00
The Sky Bet Great Voltigeur Stakes
No Horse
1 Lambourn (IRE) (52)
B c Australia - Gossamer Wings (USA)
Owner: Mrs John Magnier,Mr M.Tabor & Mr D.Smith
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien, Ireland
Distance: 1m 4f
Race Type: Group Two
Prize Money: £267,500
Age: 3c&g
Stalls: Centre
st-lb (kgs) Draw
9-7 (60.3) (6)
Form: 15-2111 D
Breeder: Coolmore
Winner of five races from 1m to 1m 4f on good and heavy ground. Won on his latest outing when 8-13fav in the Group 1 Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby at Curragh over 1m 4f (good) in June, beating Serious Contender by 3/4l. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 120 SP: 4-6
2 Carmers (IRE) (63)
B c Wootton Bassett - Signe (IRE)
Owner: Mrs Fiona Carmichael
Trainer: P. Twomey, Ireland
9-5 (59.4) (3)
Form: 111
Breeder: Westward Bloodstock Ltd
He has won three times from 1m 5f to 1m 6f on good to firm and good ground. A winner at 9-2 in the Group 2 Queen’s Vase at Ascot over 1m 6f (good to firm) on his latest outing in June, beating Furthur by 3/4l. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 107 SP: 15-2
3 Pride of Arras (IRE) (52)
B g New Bay - Parnell’s Dream
Owner: Mrs David Aykroyd
Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down
9-5 (59.4) (4)
Form: 1-100 C
Breeder: Mr & Mrs David Aykroyd
Successful at 1m and 1m 2f on good to firm and good ground. Well beaten at 8-1 behind Lambourn when last of 10 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby at Curragh over 1m 4f (good) in June Official BHA Rating 111 SP: 12-1
4 Arabian Force (IRE) (33)
Ch c Lope de Vega (IRE) - October Queen (IRE)
Owner: Sheikh Rashid Dalmook Al Maktoum
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket
9-2 (58.1) (7)
Form: 61102
Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
Successful at 1m and 1m 2f on good to firm ground Beaten a nose by Nahraan when second of 7 at 7-2 on his latest outing at Hamilton over 1m 3f (good) last month. Has won at Salisbury and Wetherby this season. Official BHA Rating 103 SP: 12-1
5
Mount Kilimanjaro (FR) (104)
B c Siyouni (FR) - Decorating (USA)
Owner: Mrs John Magnier,Mr M.Tabor & Mr D.Smith
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien, Ireland
9-2 (58.1) (2)
Form: 5312-31
Breeder: Glen Hill Farm
Successful at 1m and 1m 2f on good and soft ground. Won on his latest outing when evens fav at Chester over 1m 2f (good) in May, beating High Stock by a neck. Official BHA Rating 109 SP: 16-1
6 Stay True (IRE) (102)
B c Galileo (IRE) - Bounce
Owner: Westerberg/Mrs J Magnier/M Tabor/D Smith
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien, Ireland
9-2 (58.1) (5)
Form: 12
Breeder: Newstead Breeding
A winner at 1m 2f on good ground. Beaten a short head by Puppet Master when second of 6 at 5-2 on his latest outing at Lingfield over 1m 4f (good to firm) in May. Official BHA Rating - SP: 14-1
7 Thrice (IRE) (52)
B c Wootton Bassett - Mississippilanding (IRE)
Owner: Mrs John Magnier,Mr M.Tabor & Mr D.Smith
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien, Ireland
Tom Marquand Nepal Singh
9-2 (58.1) (1)
Form: 314-610
Breeder: Coolmore
Successful at 7f and 1m 2f on good ground. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Lambourn at 80-1 when seventh of 10 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby at Curragh over 1m 4f (good) in June Official BHA Rating 110 SP: 80-1
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 7............................................................................................(EXACTA)
Blinkers worn by No 2, 7. Running for the first time since Gelding No 3.
PROBABLE S.P.’S
4-6 Lambourn (IRE), 15-2 Carmers (IRE), 12-1 Pride of Arras (IRE), Arabian Force (IRE), 14-1 Stay True (IRE), 16-1 Mount Kilimanjaro (FR), 80-1 Thrice (IRE)
Ryan Moore Anna Larsdottir
Colin Keane Aine Ryan
Rossa Ryan Wayton van Staden
William Buick Michael Webster Jnr
W. M. Lordan Jamie Lawrence
Dylan Browne McMonagle
Michael Webster Snr
RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION
1st £151699
2nd £57512
3rd £28783 4th £14338
TIME DISTANCES
1. Lambourn, 3. Pride Of Arras & 5. Mount Kilimanjaro all hold an entry in the QIPCO British Champion Stakes on Saturday 18th October for which supplementary entries can be received by noon on Monday 13th October for a stake of £75,000
1. Lambourn, 2. Carmers, 4. Arabian Force, 5. Mount Kilimanjaro, 6. Stay True & 7. Thrice also hold an entry in the Betfred St Leger on Saturday 13th September for which supplementary entries can be received by noon on Monday 8th September for a stake of £50,000
THIRD RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Steve Birch, Chief Commercial Officer, Flutter 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 of the winning horse.
Fresh cooked fish’n’chips, available at the Roberto Pavilion (south of the big Knavesmire Stand) - and yes, there is a choice of mushy peas or curry sauce. FROM
GLOBAL TARGETS AWAIT...
The field in the Juddmonte International 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.
Those running in today’s Juddmonte International could well show up in the final Middle Distance race on British Champions Day, Britain’s richest raceday with £4.35 million in prize money on Saturday 18th October.
Breeders’ Cup Ltd have offered an attractive incentive to the winner as part of the Breeders’ Cup Challenge Series The successful horse in the Juddmonte International, if nominated with Breeders’ Cup, will receive both free entry and a guaranteed start gate in the ten furlong $7m Breeders’ Cup Longines Classic to be run at Del Mar in California on Saturday November 1st. Combined with a travel allowance of $40,000 this is a bonus to US bound connections. It is the only UK race linking to the Classic. The winner of the Tattersalls Acomb receives the same benefits based for participation in the $1m Breeders Cup Juvenile Turf over a mile on Friday 31st October.
The Japanese Racing Association have offered an attractive incentive to the winner of the Juddmonte International. If the successful horse this afternoon also wins the Japan Cup on Sunday 30th November then connections will qualify for a special bonus valued $3,000,000) as well as $3.5m from the prize pot. Will this afternoon’s winner follow the 2024 Champion, Do Deuce
The winning horse this afternoon will get a golden ticket paid for to the G1 Ladbrokes Cox Plate, at The Valley, Melbourne on Saturday 25th October. Australia’s best weight for age contest, offering prize money in excess of Aus $5m
JUDDMONTE BLOODSTOCK EROES H
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 Juddmonte Farms, sponsors of today’s feature race continue the bloodstock tradition of great stallions. Established in 1977, Juddmonte Farms was set up by the late Prince Khalid bin Abdullah, who sadly passed in 2021.
On most occasions, the superstar stallions of their generation had proved themselves on the racecourse It is easy to appreciate how the offspring of great horses such as Frankel will feel a weight of expectation on their withers. The colt formerly trained by the late Sir Henry Cecil enjoyed his finest hour at York when landing the Juddmonte International for his connections in 2012 to take his unbeaten record to thirteen.
Frankel’s stallion career continues to go from strength to strength, the fastest sire to a century of Group winners in history, in 2023 he was responsible for 42 individual stakes winners and eleven Group One winners, more than any other Northern Hemisphere-based stallion. Last year, in 2024, he sired 18 individual stakes winners and 11 Group Winners. In total, he has sired 38 Group One winners, including this year’s Irish 1000 Guineas winner Lake Victoria and dual Oaks winner Minnie Hauk.
Based at Banstead Manor, the success of this operation can be seen with Oasis Dream, a Champion at both two and three. His three Group 1 victories included a devastating turn of foot in the 2003 Coolmore Nunthorpe where he made all, quickening close home to win by two and a half lengths. In the breeding shed he has
also enjoyed plenty of success, including 2022 Champion Two Year Old, Native Trail, amongst the winners of 30 Group One races. Only Dubawi and Frankel have sired more Group 1 winners and Group winners amongst active sires in Britain. The most famous of his offspring is probably classy filly Midday who landed six top-level victories during her career, including two notable successes here on the Knavesmire - the Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai Middleton Stakes and the Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks - as well as being narrowly denied in the Juddmonte International by stablemate Twice Over. Another of Oasis Dream’s sons, Muhaarar, continued the York connection. The Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai Gimcrack winner subsequently added four Group 1s in 2015, en-route to being crowned Cartier Champion Sprinter and is now producing his own speedy sons and daughters.
Another smash hit in the bloodstock world has been Juddmonte’s exceptional miler, Kingman - a winner of seven of his eight starts, including four Group 1 victories, the son of Invincible Spirit has already produced 60 Group winners and a further 39 Stakes winners. They include Kinross, Palace Pier, Calyx, Headman, Commissioning, Domestic Spending, 2024 1000 Guineas winner Elmaka and Prix de Diane winner Sparkling Plenty, along with being the sire of Field of Gold, 2025 Irish 2000 Guineas and Gr.1 St James’s Palace winner. He was the joint leading sire by Northern Hemisphere-bred Gorup 1 winning three-year-olds in 2024 with Galileo and Justify.
What is evident is the strength in depth that Juddmonte possess. The quality for Frankel, Oasis Dream, Kingman and latest roster hit, Chaldean, coupled with the passion and knowledge passed down from the organisation’s much-missed founder, they look set to be sat at the top table for a few generations yet.
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1 BIRR CASTLE
Trainer: Andre Fabre
2
DANON DECILE
Trainer: Shogo Yasuda
3 OMBUDSMAN
Trainer: John & Thady Gosden
Jockey: Robert Havlin
Jockey: Keita Tosaki
Jockey: William Buick
4
SEE THE FIRE
Trainer: Andrew Balding
Jockey: Oisin Murphy
Trainer: Francis-Henri Graffard
6 DELACROIX
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien
Jockey: Mickael Barzalona
Jockey: Ryan Moore
The Juddmonte International FACT FILE:
WHEN DID THE RACE BEGIN?
RECORD TIME?
The record time came in 2009 when Sea The Stars completed the 1 mile, 2 furlongs and 88 yards (2,092 metres) course in 2 minutes 5.29 seconds.
Sea The Stars
Distance
One mile and two furlongs (2,000 metres)
Prize money
£1,250,000 (prior to supplementary)
The Juddmonte International was devised by Major Leslie Petch, a former Clerk of the Course at York but he had stepped down from his position due to ill health before the inaugural race was staged.
IS IT AN INTERNATIONAL RACE?
Oh yes - it certainly lives up to its international billing. Fourteen of the 52 renewals have been won by horses trained overseas. Ireland leads the way with 10 victories followed by France with 3 and Italy with 1. Maurice Zilber, the trainer of the 1974 & 1975 winner Dahlia, was born and raised in Cairo where he trained horses from 1946 to 1962 before moving to Chantilly where he worked for further 43 years. France have their own strong contender, with the unbeaten Daryz as the sole entrant. Running in the colours of The late Aga Khan who won the race in 1986 with Shardari and had the narrow runner-up in 2000 with Kalanisi. The last Frenchtrained winner of the International was Triptych for Patrick Biancone in 1987. Last year Durezza represented Japan, while in the 2005 renewal, Japanese trained ace, Zenno Rob Roy, finished a close second to subsequent Dubai World Cup winner, Electrocutionist, a colt trained in Italy This year, Japan is again represented, with Danon Decile hoping to go one better
IS AGE IMPORTANT?
Since the Juddmonte International was first run in 1972, it has been won by 18 three-year-olds, 23 four-year-olds, 11 five-year-olds and only 1 six-year-old, so the stats, as well as the betting market, are in favour of three and four-year-olds.
FIRST WINNER?
The inaugural running of the Juddmonte International in 1972 produced a contest that has gone down in racing legend. Brigadier Gerard was to suffer his only defeat in 18 career starts when headed by that year’s Derby winner, Roberto.
THE LUCK OF THE O’BRIENS?
The very first renewal was won by the Vincent O’Brien-trained Roberto and he added a second in 1983 with Caerleon, a year after David O’Brien won the race with Assert. After a barren spell, Aidan O’Brien got them back on track when Giant’s Causeway won in 2000; the first of his seven winners - Duke Of Marmalade, Rip Van Winkle, Declaration Of War, Australia, Japan and last year’s champion, City Of Troy. John Oxx’s Sea The Stars (Sire of Baaeed) added to Irish success in the race having won in 2009 Aidan O’Brien has market leader Delacroix, who could take him to eight winners.
City Of Troy
Sir Michael Stoute
LEADING TRAINERS?
The most successful trainers in the history of the Juddmonte International are the recently retired Sir Michael Stoute, who won the race six times courtesy of Shardari (1986), Ezzoud (1993 & 1994), Singspiel (1997), Notnowcato (2006) and Ulysses (2017). Aidan O’Brien (winners on previous page) recorded his seventh win last year courtesy of City Of Troy Delacroix will look to add to that today. It would be third winner in a decade for Clarehaven were Ombudsman to follow Roaring Lion (2015) and Mostahdaf (2023) for the Gosdens. The others would all be breaking their maiden tag today.
LEADING RIDER?
For a long time, the most successful jockey in the history of the Juddmonte International was the much missed Lester Piggott, who recorded five wins. Piggott tasted success with Dahlia (1974 & 1975), Hawaiian Sound (1978), Commanche Run (1985) and Rodrigo de Triano (1992). However, Frankie Dettori ended things on a high when getting to six, after taking last year’s renewal aboard Mostahdaf His other wins came courtesy of Halling (1996), Singspiel (1997), Sakhee (2001), Sulamani (2004) and Authorized (2007). Ryan Moore aboard Delacroix seeks a third triumph today.
ANY DUAL WINNERS?
The most successful horses in the history of the Juddmonte International are Dahlia (1974 & 1975), Ezzoud (1993 & 1994) and Halling (1995 & 1996).
WHO ARE THE SPONSORS?
Established in 1977, Juddmonte was founded by the late Prince Khalid bin Abdullah and consists of three stud farms in England, two in Ireland, and three in Kentucky, USA.
The Prince won back-to-back renewals of this race in 2011 & 2012 with Twice Over & Frankel.
This afternoon marks the thirty-sixth time the race has enjoyed their generous support.
FACTS?
The shortest-priced winner of the Juddmonte International was the legendary Frankel who blitzed his rivals in 2012 when sent off at 1/10 In victory he set a new record for winning eight European Group 1 races in a row.
In 2008 an unbelievably wet summer resulted in the Ebor Festival being abandoned. The Juddmonte International was re-routed to Newmarket, the only time the race has been staged away from York. The rescheduled race, was won by Duke Of Marmalade
See The Fire was literally bred for success here as both mum (Arabian Queen) and Dad (Sea the Stars) won the race
Frankel
Frankie Dettori
MINNIE HAUK Oaks & Irish Oaks
LAKE VICTORIA
Irish 1000 Guineas
SOUL SISTER Oaks
CHALDEAN 2000 Guineas
WESTOVER Irish Derby
NASHWA Prix de
HOMELESS SONGS
Irish 1000 Guineas
HURRICANE LANE
Irish Derby & St Leger
ADAYAR Derby
LOGICIAN St Leger
ANAPURNA Oaks
SOUL STIRRING Yushun Himba (Japanese Oaks)
BIG RACE TRENDS
THE JUDDMONTE INTERNATIONAL (GROUP 1)
PREVIOUS WINNERS - LAST TEN RUNNINGS
Year Winner Trainer
2024 City Of Troy Aidan O’Brien Ryan Moore 5/4F 13 ran 2m 4.32s G/F
2023 Mostahdaf John & Thady Gosden Frankie Dettori 3/1 4 ran 2m 6.40s
2018 Roaring Lion John Gosden Oisin
2015 Arabian Queen David Elsworth Silvestre De Sousa
AGE
City Of Troy moved the classic generation into a narrow lead with five wins, one clear of the four-year-olds who sit on four wins. Five-year-olds hold the remaining spots on the roll of honour with three winners (Postponed, 2016, Ghaiyyath, 2020 & Mostahdaf 2023).
DISTANCE
Only the great Frankel in 2012, the 2018 winner Roaring Lion, Rodrigo de Triano in 1992 and 2022 superstar Baaeed have successfully managed to step up in trip and win the Juddmonte International. In 2013, Declaration Of War stepped up from winning over a mile at Ascot but had already proved himself more than capable over 10 furlongs earlier in his career, whilst Arabian Queen had finished third in the Nassau Stakes over ten furlongs prior to winning here. You need a special one to buck the distance trend first time out!
PROVEN AT THE TOP LEVEL
Unsurprisingly for a race of this quality, the last ten renewals have been dominated by regular Group 1 performers, with only 2011’s victor Twice Over having not contested a top level race on his most recent outing If we look a bit closer, we see eleven of the last twelve winners had at least one group win. Delacroix, Ombudsman and Danon Decile have all won a Group One, while only Birr Castle has failed to win in Group company.
CONCLUSION
RECENT FORM
Following on from being proven at the top level, it's been a good tactic to oppose any runners without a victory to their name this season, regardless of whether they ran well in defeat. Only Sulamani in 2004 and Roaring Lion in 2018 have won the Juddmonte International in recent seasons having not won a race earlier in the calendar. 2021 winner Mishriff had no domestic victory to his name but had recorded victories in Meydan and Saudi Arabia. Only Birr Castle has failed tow in this season, whilst Ombudsman and See The Fire both failed to win on their previous start.
TRAINERS
Sir Michael Stoute is the joint-most successful trainer in the race’s history with six victories but after his retirement, it falls to Aidan O’Brien, who will be hoping to move ahead with Delcroix carrying his banner this afternoon.
BETTING
Arabian Queen’s victory at odds of 50/1 in 2015 certainly put a cat amongst the pigeons but on the whole, the Juddmonte International isn’t really a race for shocks. Prior to that you have to go back to Ezzoud’s success at 28/1 way back in 1993 to find the only other big-priced winner. Favourites have a decent record here having won five of the last ten renewals, while all bar one of the last ten have been priced at single figures.
KEY TRENDS
Placed or better in Group 1 last time
Proven over 10f
Favourite
DELACROIX comes into the race having won all bar one race this season, when he was well beaten in the Betfred Epsom Derby. He's racked up two Group Ones already this season, including when proving himself over 10 furlongs at Sandown. He's a brilliant mix of speed and stamina and it's hard to look past the favourite His biggest threat will likely come in the form of Ombudsman, who represents the four-year-olds. He was only narrowly beaten at Sandown Park and this is an intriguing rematch. Danon Decile looks to be a worthy Japanese contender. Unbeaten this season, he is proven over the trip and ticks all the right boxes.
The Juddmonte International Stakes
(Group 1)
One Mile About Two Furlongs (2,000 metres)
See page 94 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 1m 2f
Race Type: Group One
Prize Money: £1,319,375 (after supplementary)
Age: 3+
Stalls: Inside Rail
The 2024 renewal was the Longines World’s Best Race and remains the richest held on the Knavesmire.
Many racegoers will forever remember ‘Frankel Day’ in 2012, the bronze statue of the thoroughbred considered by many as the best of his generation, can be seen by the Sir Henry Cecil Gates.
So much has been written in anticipation of this race, you probably know where your money will be going, if not then look at the advice of the Smart View tipping guide on p61. Enjoy being here for it, by 3.37pm we will know who was right, as we crown the 2025 champion.
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: CITY OF TROY
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien
Jockey: Ryan Moore
Age/Weight: 3-9-1
Runners: 13 SP: 5/4F
City Of Troy took a keen hold early on and made all the running to complete Ryan Moore’s hat-trick. After the race, he looked like he still had plenty more in the tank and broke the course record on rattling ground.
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
RaceiQ Par Time: 2m 6.15s
(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 (34 wins from 200 runners, 17%) runs SEE THE FIRE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A Fabre (18 wins from 43 runners, 42%) runs BIRR CASTLE
Fancy That: A P O’Brien won this race in 2019 and 2024 The stable runs DELACROIX today. J & T Gosden won this race in 2018, 2021 and 2023. The stable runs OMBUDSMAN today. Longest Travellers: DARYZ trained by F-H Graffard & BIRR CASTLE trained by A Fabre - both France.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 18th August.
KNAVESMIRE TIP
This year’s renewal might be short on numbers but there is no doubting the quality on show, and OMBUDSMAN is fancied to get his revenge having been touched off by Delacroix in the Eclipse last month. Although arguably worth more than the winning margin would suggest that day, the Gosdens’ colt is now 3lb better off. His Prince Of Wales’ triumph still lives fresh in the memory and if returning to that level of form, he could prove a tough nut to crack. Japanese raider Danon Decile was last seen defeating the classy Calandagan in the Sheema Classic so he merits plenty of respect, while the unbeaten Daryz can’t be overlooked either
OMBUDSMAN Delacroix
The Juddmonte International Stakes
1 Birr Castle (FR)
(43)
B g Cloth of Stars (IRE) - Baki (FR)
Owner: Godolphin S.N.C.
Trainer: A. Fabre, France
Distance: 1m 2f
Race Type: Group One
Prize Money: £1,319,375
Age: 3+
Stalls: Inside Rail
5 9-8 (60.8) (6)
Form: 432-644 D
Breeder: Francois Rohaut
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 2f on good and heavy ground. Finished 4l behind Monty when fourth of 7 at 4-5fav on his latest outing at Chantilly over 1m 2f last month. Official BHA Rating 109 SP: 200-1
2
Danon Decile (JPN) (137)
Ch c Epiphaneia (JPN) - Top Decile (USA)
Owner: Danox Co Ltd.
Trainer: Shogo Yasuda, Japan
4 9-8 (60.8) (4)
Form: 1163-11 D Breeder: Shadai Farm
Winner of five races from 1m 1f to 1m 4f on good ground. A winner in the Group 1 Race 8 - Longines Dubai Sheema Classic - Turf at Meydan over 1m 4f (good) in April, beating Calandagan by 1 1/4l. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with S Yasuda in Japan. Official BHA Rating 125 SP: 5-1
3
Ombudsman (IRE) (46)
B c Night of Thunder (IRE) - Syndicate
Owner: Godolphin
Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket
4 9-8 (60.8) (5)
Form: 111-212 D BF
Breeder: J. Hanly
Winner of five races from 1m to 1m 2f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Beaten a neck by Delacroix when second of 6 at 6-4fav on his latest outing in the Group 1 Coral-Eclipse at Sandown over 1m 2f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 127 SP: 6-4
4 See The Fire (GB) (20)
Ch f Sea The Stars (IRE) - Arabian Queen (IRE)
Owner: Mr J. C. Smith
Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
4 9-5 (59.4) (2)
Form: 35-5133 CD
Breeder: Littleton Stud
She has won three times from 7f to 1m 2f on good to firm and good ground. Third of 5 behind Whirl beaten 6l at 5-2 on her latest outing in the Group 1 Qatar Nassau Stakes at Goodwood over 1m 2f (heavy) last month. Official BHA Rating 119 SP: 12-1
5 Daryz (FR) (52)
B c Sea The Stars (IRE) - Daryakana (FR)
Owner: Aga Khan Studs Scea
Trainer: Francis-Henri Graffard, France
3 9-1 (57.6) (1)
Form: 1111 D
Breeder: Suc S A Aga Khan
He has won four times at 1m 2f on good to soft and soft ground. Won on his latest outing when 10-11fav in the Group 2 Prix Eugene Adam at Saint-Cloud over 1m 2f (good to soft) in June, beating Bay City Roller by 3/4l. Official BHA Rating 112 SP: 14-1
6
Delacroix (IRE) (46)
B c Dubawi (IRE) - Tepin (USA)
Owner: Mr D. Smith, Mrs J. Magnier, Mr M. Tabor
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien, Ireland
3 9-1 (57.6) (3)
Form: 12-1101 D
Breeder: Tepin Syndicate
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m 2f on ground varying from good to firm to good - yielding. A winner at 3-1 in the Group 1 Coral-Eclipse at Sandown over 1m 2f (good to firm) on his latest outing last month, beating Ombudsman by a neck. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 126 SP: 9-4
Ryan Moore Sumith Pathrannelage
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 6............................................................................................(EXACTA) Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 2.
PROBABLE S.P.’S
6-4 Ombudsman (IRE), 9-4 Delacroix (IRE), 5-1 Danon Decile (JPN), 12-1 See The Fire (GB), 14-1 Daryz (FR), 200-1 Birr Castle (FR)
RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION
Robert Havlin Sanjid Alam
Keita Tosaki Mr.Masaya Haraguchi
William Buick Tousif Shaikh
Oisin Murphy Shannon James
Mickael Barzalona Dimitri Théodore
For Sire/Dam
see opposite page
For Sire/Dam
see opposite page
Sea The Stars (IRE)
Strawberry Fledge (USA)
Turtle Bowl (IRE)
Benzolina (IRE)
Symboli Kris S (USA)
Cesario (JPN)
Congrats (USA)
Sequoia Queen (USA)
Dubawi (IRE)
For Sire/Dam
see opposite page
For Sire/Dam
see opposite page
For Sire/Dam see opposite page
For Sire/Dam see opposite page
Forest Storm (GB)
Dansili (GB)
Indication (GB)
Cape Cross (IRE)
Urban Sea (USA)
Dubawi (IRE)
Barshiba (IRE)
Cape Cross (IRE)
Urban Sea (USA)
Selkirk (USA)
Daryaba (IRE)
Dubai Millennium (GB)
Zomaradah (GB)
Bernstein (USA)
Life Happened (USA)
Cape Cross (IRE)
Urban Sea (USA)
Kingmambo (USA)
Lingerie (GB)
Dyhim Diamond (IRE)
Clara Bow (FR)
Second Empire (IRE)
Balouchina (IRE)
Kris S (USA)
Tee Kay (USA)
Special Week (JPN)
Kirov Premiere (GB)
A P Indy (USA)
Praise (USA)
Forestry (USA)
Barefoot Dyana (USA)
Dubai Millennium (GB)
Zomaradah (GB)
Galileo (IRE)
Quiet Storm (IRE)
Danehill (USA)
Hasili (IRE)
Sadler’s Wells (USA)
Insinuate (USA)
Green Desert (USA)
Park Appeal
Miswaki (USA)
Allegretta
Dubai Millennium (GB)
Zomaradah (GB)
Barathea (IRE)
Dashiba (GB)
Green Desert (USA)
Park Appeal
Miswaki (USA)
Allegretta
Sharpen Up
Annie Edge
Night Shift (USA)
Darata (IRE)
Seeking The Gold (USA)
Colorado Dancer
Deploy
Jawaher (IRE)
Storm Cat (USA)
La Affirmed (USA)
Stravinsky (USA)
Round It Off (USA)
3. Ombudsman, 4. See The Fire, 5. Daryz & 6. Delacroix all hold an entry in the QIPCO British Champion Stakes on Saturday 18th October for which supplementary entries can be received by noon on Monday 13th October for a stake of £75,000
6. Delacroix holds an entry in the Queen Elizabeth II Stakes on Saturday 18th October for which supplementary entries can be received by noon on Monday 13th October for a stake of £70,000
3. Ombudsman, 4. See The Fire & 6. Delacroix all hold an entry in the The Royal Bahrain Irish Champion Stakes on Saturday 13th September
FOURTH RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Douglas Erskine Crum, CEO Juddmonte. Juddmonte have generously given £250 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race They have also generously provided £100 to the groom responsible for the winning horse, £75 to the groom responsible for the runner up and £50 to the groom responsible for the third-placed horse and indeed £50 for the groom of every runner.
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5th Race 4.10
The Sky Bet Stayers Stakes
(Heritage Handicap) (GBBPlus Race)
About Two Miles (3,200 metres)
See page 94 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 2m
Race Type: Heritage Handicap
Prize Money: £100,000
Age: 3+
Stalls: Inside Rail
Our second competitive heritage handicap, your vital statistics are; 3yo+, going two miles. The high handicap rating band of means that it will attract some pretty smart types (like for the Test cricketers a score of over 100 denotes a top performer). Wise Eagle will carry the most weight today.
An in-form stable could be the clue here, see the table at the beginning of this race.
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: EXTENSIO
Trainer: Pat O’Donnell
Jockey: Joey Sheridan
Age/Weight: 7-8-9
Runners: 16 SP: 14/1
Extensio was always close to the pace and was quick off the mark when asked for more in the final furlong. Won with authority and never seemed in doubt.
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
RaceiQ Par Time: 3m 29.90s
(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): A Balding (34 wins from 200 runners, 17%) runs SPIRIT MIXER
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W Haggas (12 wins from 34 runners, 35%) runs SANTORINI STAR
Fancy That: R Beckett won this race in 2017 and 2018. The stable runs ARTISTIC STAR today. Longest Traveller: ALPHONSE LE GRANDE trained by A J Martin, Ireland.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 18th August.
KNAVESMIRE TIP
Last year’s Cesarewitch hero Alphonse Le Grande wasn’t beaten far into eight in the Ascot Stakes last time out and is entitled to plenty of respect from an unchanged mark, as is Dancing In Paris, who hit the woodwork in a similar contest at Goodwood latest That being said, a chance can be taken on TERRORISE. This is undoubtedly tougher than last month’s C&D triumph, especially now 8lb higher However, he is completely unexposed over staying trips on the Flat and may have much more in the locker
TERRORISE
Alphonse Le Grande
The Sky Bet Stayers Stakes
1
Wise Eagle (IRE) (123)
Ch g Free Eagle (IRE) - Best Be Careful (IRE)
Owner: The Seahouses Syndicate
Trainer: Adam Nicol, Seahouses
8 9-12 (62.6) (13)
Jockey: Warren Fentiman (5)
Form: 0620-24 D
Breeder: John Costello & Irish National Stud
Has won 11 races from 1m to 2m 2f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft and on the all-weather, but last win was over two years ago; has also won two hurdlesand a NH flat race (latest NH win was in December last year). Finished 1 1/2l behind Kihavah when fourth of 14 at 7-1 on his latest outing at Musselburgh over 1m 6f (good to soft) in April. Official BHA Rating 103 SP: 14-1
2
Artistic Star (IRE) (18)
B g Galileo (IRE) - Nechita (AUS)
Owner: Mr J. C. Smith
Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down
5 9-7 (60.3) (8)
Jockey: Rossa Ryan
Form: 0-04025
Breeder: Coolmore
Successful at 1m and 1m 2f on good to soft and soft ground, but last win was over two years ago Finished 5l behind Sam Hawkens when fifth of 14 at 12-1 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 1m 6f (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 98 SP: 22-1
3 Santorini Star (IRE) (42)
B f Golden Horn - Livia’s Dream (IRE)
Owner: Tony Bloom & Ian McAleavy
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket
4 9-6 (59.9) (10)
Jockey: Tom Marquand
Form: 1-51144
Breeder: Mrs Olivia Hoare
She has won four times from 1m to 1m 4f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 4 1/2l behind Goodie Two Shoes when fourth of 9 at 3-1 on her latest outing in the Group 3 Darley Irish EBF Stanerra Stakes at Fairyhouse over 1m 6f (good) last month. Has won at Goodwood and Brighton this season. Official BHA Rating 97 SP: 11-2
4 Charging Thunder (GB) (20)
7 9-5 (59.4) (1)
B g War Command (USA) - Storming Sioux Jockey: Ashley Lewis (7)
Owner: Goodfellow and Lawson
Trainer: James Owen, Newmarket Form: 250321 D Breeder: Elwick Stud
Has won nine races from 1m 2f to 2m on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather; has also won two hurdles (latest NH win was in November last year). Won on his latest outing when 10-3jt-fav at Wolverhampton over 1m 6f last month, beating La Pulga by a neck. Official BHA Rating 96 SP: 18-1
5 Align The Stars (IRE) (19)
Br g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Kitcara
Owner: Tony Farmer
(59.4) (6)
Jockey: Joe Fanning
Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham Form: 004050 Breeder: Sunderland Holding Inc.
He has won three times from 1m 4f to 1m 6f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Well beaten at 10-1 behind Kyle Of Lochalsh when seventh of 12 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 2m 4f (soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 96 SP: 18-1
6
Dancing In Paris (FR) (18)
B g Olympic Glory (IRE) - Ponte Sanangelo (FR)
Owner: Mr Joseph Smith
9-3 (58.5) (12)
Jockey: Saffie Osborne
Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch Form: 3-43202 C Breeder: Thierry de La Heronniere et al
He has won four times from 1m to 1m 6f on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 1/2l by Sam Hawkens when second of 14 at 6-1 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 1m 6f (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 94 SP: 13-2
7 Spirit Mixer (GB) (11)
Ch g Frankel - Arabian Queen (IRE)
Owner: Mr J. C. Smith
Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
Rob Hornby
Has won eight races from 1m 4f to 2m on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather Finished 4 1/2l behind Fireblade when fifth of 9 at 4-1 on his latest outing at Ascot over
Alphonse Le Grande (IRE) (64)
B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Dolce Strega (IRE) Jockey: William Buick
Owner: Bet Small Win Big Syndicate
Trainer: A. J. Martin, Ireland
Renzo Forni
9
Fireblade (GB) (11)
B g Frankel - Rhadegunda
Owner: Elb Bloodstock Ltd and Mr R. L. Banks
Trainer: Dylan Cunha, Newmarket
4 8-13 (56.7) (2)
Jockey: James Doyle
Form: 102231 D
Breeder: Hascombe & Valiant Stud Ltd
Successful at 1m 4f and 2m on good to firm ground. A winner at 13-2 at Ascot over 2m (good to firm) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Almuhit by 1 3/4l. Has also won at Leicester this season. Official BHA Rating 90 SP: 10-1
10
Almuhit (IRE) (11)
B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Ezima (IRE)
Owner: The Cheeky Pups
6 8-10 (55.3) (5)
Jockey: W. M. Lordan
Trainer: Faye Bramley, Lambourn Form: 4-P4112 D
Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited
He has won four times from 1m 4f to 2m 1f on ground varying from good to firm to yielding; has also won two hurdles (latest NH win was in March). Beaten 1 3/4l by Fireblade when second of 9 at 8-1 on his latest outing at Ascot over 2m (good to firm) earlier this month. Has won twice at Newbury this season. Official BHA Rating 87 SP: 14-1
11 Maghlaak (GB) (11)
B g Muhaarar - Ghanaati (USA)
Owner: Jimmy Fyffe & Mrs Breda Keatley
Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton
6 8-9 (54.9) (3)
Jockey: P. J. McDonald
Form: 0-42050 Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 2f on soft ground and on the all-weather; has also won two hurdles (latest NH win was in January). Beaten 10l behind Fireblade at 11-1 when seventh of 9 on his latest outing at Ascot over 2m (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 86 SP: 28-1
12
Artisan Dancer (FR) (11)
B g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Russiana (IRE)
Owner: The Makyowners
5 8-4 (52.6) (11)
Jockey: Andrew Mullen
Breeder: S.C.E.A. Ecurie Haras Du Cadran et al
Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham Form: 333003 D
Winner of six races from 1m 3f to 2m on good ground and on the all-weather. Third of 9 behind Fireblade beaten 3 1/2l at 7-1 on his latest outing at Ascot over 2m (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 81 SP: 22-1
13 Terrorise (GB) (39)
B g Territories (IRE) - Timely Words
Owner: Mr A Barnes & Partner
Trainer: Brian Ellison, Malton
4 8-2 (51.7) (7)
Jockey: Hollie Doyle
Form: 4040-51 CD
Breeder: The Pocock Family
Successful at 1m 2f and 2m on good to firm and good to soft ground; has also won a hurdle in May. A winner at 7-1 over this course and distance (good to firm) on his latest outing last month, beating Marbuzet by 4l. Runs from 1lb out of handicap Official BHA Rating 78 SP: 11-1
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 13...........................................................................................(EXACTA)
Tongue Strap worn first time by No 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 2. Tongue Strap worn by No 8, 10, 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 4, 10, 11. PROBABLE S.P.’S
9-2 Alphonse Le Grande (IRE), 11-2 Santorini Star (IRE), 13-2 Dancing In Paris (FR), 10-1 Fireblade (GB), 11-1 Terrorise (GB), 14-1 Wise Eagle (IRE), Spirit Mixer (GB), Almuhit (IRE), 18-1 Charging Thunder (GB), Align The Stars (IRE), 22-1 Artistic Star (IRE), Artisan Dancer (FR), 28-1 Maghlaak (GB)
RESULT & PRIZE MONEY
FIFTH RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Seb Butterworth, Strategic Racing Director & Director of Timeform & Sporting Life.
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 of 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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GREYDREAMBELIEVER (IRE)
Karl Burke
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ELSIES RUAN (IRE)
Gemma Tutty
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T: John & Sean Quinn O: Eco Power Racing
The IRE Incentive, It Pays To Buy Irish Fillies’ Stakes (Heritage Handicap)
Five Furlongs (1,000 metres)
See page 94 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 5f
Race Type:
Luna A Inbhir Nis 6th Race 4.45
Prize Money: £100,000 Age: 3+f&m
Stalls: Centre
We stick with handicap conditions; your key numbers are five furlongs and up to 105 rated.
Backed by the ITM and a valuable prize to encourage fillies and mares to be kept in training as this time, it is for three-year-olds and older, females only.
Looking for help? The money tells a tale in such contests, so see who the betting market movers are.
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: STAR OF LADY M
Trainer: David O’Meara
Jockey: Daniel Tudhope
Age/Weight: 4-9-2
Runners: 14 SP: 13/2
Flew home with a decisive late run despite being up 2lb higher than her last win. A filly clearly on the up and an excellent ride from Daniel Tudhope
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
RaceiQ Par Time: 57.63s
(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 (30 wins from 262 runners, 11%) runs OVER THE BLUES Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D O’Meara (12 wins from 44 runners, 27%) runs TIVA
Longest Travellers: SARATOGA SPECIAL trained by J Harrington & SARAHMAE trained by D G Hogan
both Ireland.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 18th August.
KNAVESMIRE TIP
SARAHMAE travels over from Ireland after a comfortable victory at the Curragh recently and although she has a lot more to do here, a fast-run five furlongs could see her finishing her race better than most. Luna A Inbhir Nis won here at the end of July when holding on narrowly to score by a neck but she has 5lb more here in better company which makes her task more difficult, so Galaxy Zoo is preferred as the main threat after coming from off the pace to win comfortably at Ascot.
SARAHMAE
The IRE Incentive, It Pays To Buy Irish Fillies’ Stakes
1 Star of Mehmas (IRE) (39)
Ch f Mehmas (IRE) - Caelica (IRE)
Owner: Mr Jaber Abdullah
Trainer: Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn
Distance: 5f
Race Type: Heritage Handicap (0-105)
Prize Money: £100,000
Age: 3+f&m
Stalls: Centre
3 9-11 (62.1) (14)
Jockey: Ryan Moore
Form: 11-3230 D
Breeder: T. Stewart & J. Hanly
She has won three times at 5f on good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 5l behind Washington Heights at 4-1 when last of 8 on her latest outing over this course and distance (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 98 SP: 11-1
2
Saratoga Special (IRE) (46)
B f Mehmas (IRE) - Chiclet (IRE)
Owner: Alpha Racing
3 9-8 (60.8) (9)
Jockey: Shane Foley
Trainer: Mrs J. Harrington, Ireland Form: 104510 D
Breeder: David Byrne & Pierce Molony
Successful twice at 5f on good ground. Beaten 6l behind Rumstar at 33-1 when seventh of 11 on her latest outing in the Group 3 Coral Charge at Sandown over 5f (good to firm) last month. Has won at Ayr and Cork this season. Official BHA Rating 95 SP: 22-1
3 Over The Blues (IRE) (74)
B f Bungle Inthejungle - Fast Jazz (IRE)
Owner: Mrs Barbara M. Keller
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
Jockey: Clifford Lee
Form: 50-0300 BF
Breeder: Kilnamoragh Stud
A winner at 6f on good ground. Beaten 3l behind Baldomero at 7-2fav when seventh of 14 on her latest outing at Doncaster over 5f (good) in June Official BHA Rating 90 SP: 33-1
4 Ruby’s Profit (IRE) (20)
B f Profitable (IRE) - Breedj (IRE)
Owner: Sas Logistics Contracts Ltd
Trainer: Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich
(15)
Jockey: Kieran Shoemark
Form: 121303 D
Breeder: Mylestown Farms Ltd
She has won three times at 5f on good ground and on the all-weather. Third of 13 behind Naana’s Sparkle beaten 1 1/4l at 11-2 on her latest outing at Goodwood over 5f (heavy) last month. Has won at Goodwood and Wolverhampton this season. Official BHA Rating 92 SP: 16-1
She has won three times at 6f on good ground and on the all-weather Finished 2 3/4l behind Stormy Impact when sixth of 12 at 14-1 on her latest outing at Wolverhampton over 6f last month. Official BHA Rating 89 SP: 40-1
6 Fluorescence (GB) (11)
B f Twilight Son - Azhar
Owner: Sigsworth Partners
Trainer: Edward Bethell, Middleham
3 9-3 (58.5) (7)
Callum Rodriguez
West Moor Stud
She has won three times from 5f to 6f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather. Won on her latest outing when 9-4fav at Redcar over 5f (good to firm) earlier this month, beating Sugar Hill Babe by 3/4l. Has won twice at Redcar this season. Official BHA Rating 90 SP: 9-1
7 Nad Alshiba Green (IRE) (20)
Gr f Dark Angel (IRE) - Royal Rose (IRE)
Owner: J & A Young (Racing) Limited
Jockey: Tom Marquand
Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
Trainer: Michael Appleby, Oakham Form: 4-23120 D
She has won three times at 5f on good ground. Beaten 6l behind Naana’s Sparkle at 7-1 when 10th of 13 on her latest outing at Goodwood over 5f (heavy) last month. Official BHA Rating 89 SP: 33-1
8 Sarahmae (IRE) (11)
B f Magna Grecia (IRE) - Emirates Joy (USA)
Owner: Mary B. Hogan/Michael M. O’Brien
Trainer: Denis G. Hogan, Ireland
9-2 (58.1) (5)
Jockey: Joseph Sheridan
Form: 144141 D
Breeder: Lynch Bages,Edgeridge Ltd& Glenvale Stud
She has won three times at 5f on ground varying from good to yielding - soft. A winner at 14-1 at Curragh over 5f (good) on her latest outing earlier this month, beating Keke by 1 1/4l. Official BHA Rating 89 SP: 11-1
9 Jumbeau (GB) (18)
B m Brazen Beau (AUS) - Jumeirah Street (USA)
Owner: LPOG21 & Partners
Trainer: Tom Clover, Newmarket
5 9-2 (58.1) (3)
Jockey: Jack Nicholls (5)
Form: 5-44301 D
Breeder: Aileen Chua
She has won three times at 5f on good to firm and good ground. A winner at 2-1 at Lingfield over 5f (good) on her latest outing earlier this month, beating Reservardo by 3/4l. Official BHA Rating 87 SP: 22-1
10
Woolhampton (IRE) (9)
B m Camacho - Mary Thomas (IRE)
Owner: Mr David Klein
Trainer: Rod Millman, Cullompton
5 9-1 (57.6) (2)
Jockey: P. J. McDonald
Form: 550066 D
Breeder: Cavalier Bloodstock & James Lombard
Winner of six races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to heavy and on the all-weather Finished 4l behind Chief Mankato when sixth of 12 at 14-1 on her latest outing at Windsor over 6f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 86 (-2) SP: 25-1
11
Eclairage (IRE) (26)
B or Br f Kuroshio (AUS) - Sherama (IRE) Jockey: Colin Keane
Owner: Ms Siobhan Murphy
Trainer: D. J. Murphy, Ireland
11-0312 D Breeder: P.J. Malone & Niall Kelly
She has won four times at 5f on the all-weather. Beaten 1 1/4l by Red Evolution when second of 12 at 14-1 on her latest outing at Cork over 5f (good to firm) last month. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with Daniel James Murphy in Ireland. Official BHA Rating 88 SP: 12-1
12 Luna A Inbhir Nis (GB) (26)
B f Rajasinghe (IRE) - Abonos (IRE)
Owner: Summerstorm Bloodstock Ltd
Trainer: Katie Scott, Galashiels
Jason Hart
111511 CD Breeder: Sarah Moorbey
Winner of six races at 5f on good ground and on the all-weather. Won on her latest outing when 5-2fav over this course and distance (good) last month, beating Lady Roxby by a neck. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 86 SP: 14-1
13 Mademoiselle (GB) (74)
B f Blue Point (IRE) - Delevigne
Owner: Amo Racing Limited
Trainer: Kevin Philippart de Foy, Newmarket
David Egan
4311-20 D Breeder: Highclere Stud & HMH Management
Successful twice at 5f on good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 7l behind Stormy Impact at 13-2 when 13th of 16 on her latest outing at Epsom over 5f (good) in June Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with George Scott. Official BHA
B f Mayson - Antico Lady (IRE) Jockey: Rhys Elliott (5)
Owner: Antico Alliance
Trainer: Michael Dods, Darlington
She has won three times at 6f on good ground. A winner at 7-1 at Windsor over 6f (good) on her latest outing last
B f King of Change - M’Selle (IRE)
Owner: R.N.J Partnership
Trainer: Michael Herrington, Willoughton
220111
Ms K Hanson
Successful twice at 5f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten a neck by Luna A Inbhir Nis when second of 15 at 6-1 on her latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 83
B f Zoustar (AUS) - Moretta Blanche
Owner: Mr P. K. Gardner
Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down
She has won three times at 5f on good ground and on the all-weather A winner at 7-1 at Ascot over 5f (good) on her latest outing last month, beating Emeralds Pride by 1l. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA
17 Tiva (IRE) (16)
3 8-6 (53.5) (16)
Ch f Mehmas (IRE) - Sarasota Bay Jockey: Mark Winn
Owner: Akela Thoroughbreds Limited
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Form: 433201 D
Breeder: G. H. S. Bloodstock & J. C. Bloodstock
Successful twice at 5f on good to firm and good ground. Won on her latest outing when 13-8fav at Ripon over 5f (good) earlier this month, beating Cheerleader by 2 3/4l. Has also won at Hamilton this season. Official BHA Rating 79 SP: 25-1
18
Forager (GB) (40)
B f Showcasing - Angel of The South (IRE)
Owner: Killarney Glen
3 8-6 (53.5) (1)
Jockey: Warren Fentiman (5)
Trainer: Simon Pearce, Newmarket Form: 24-0116 CD
Breeder: Childwickbury Stud Partnership
She has won three times at 5f on good to firm ground Finished 2l behind Brazen Bolt when sixth of 16 at 11-2 on her latest outing over this course and distance (good to firm) last month. Has won at York and Yarmouth this season. Official BHA Rating 79 SP: 33-1
19 Fantasy Obsessor (GB) (26)
B f Mayson - Fantasy Lover (IRE)
Owner: The Fantasy Fellowship
Trainer: Michael Appleby, Oakham
(17)
Jockey: Saffie Osborne
Form: 116 BF
Breeder: The Fantasy Fellowship
Successful at 6f and 7f on the all-weather Finished 5l behind Galaxy Zoo when sixth of 8 at 11-4fav on her latest outing at Ascot over 5f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 79 SP: 50-1
20 Eternal Sunshine (GB) (8)
B m Orientor - Eternal Instinct Jockey: Shay Farmer (7)
Owner: Mr James Callow & Mr J. S. Goldie
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow Form: 334202 D
Breeder: Goldie Racing Limited
Winner of five races from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten a short head by Sir Garfield when second of 10 at 12-1 on her latest outing at Hamilton over 6f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 73 (+1) SP: 80-1
21 Woohoo (IRE) (6)
B f Acclamation - Jamboree Girl
Owner: Whit Walk Partnership
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
(12)
Jockey: Amie Waugh (3)
Form: 112140 D
Breeder: W. T. Whittle
She has won four times from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 5l behind Rocking Ends at 11-2 when 10th of 13 on her latest outing at Windsor over 5f (good to firm) earlier this month. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 68 SP: 66-1
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 21...........................................................................................(EXACTA)
Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 4, 6, 11. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No 17 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2. STEWARDS NOTE
STAR OF MEHMAS: Following its run on 12/7/2025 it was reported that the horse boiled over in the prelims. WOOLHAMPTON: Following its run on 11/8/2025 it was reported that the horse was slowly away MADEMOISELLE: Following its run on 7/6/2025 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe
PROBABLE S.P.’S
9-1 Fluorescence (GB), 10-1 Novamay (GB), Galaxy Zoo (GB), 11-1 Star of Mehmas (IRE), Sarahmae (IRE), 12-1 Eclairage (IRE), 14-1 Luna A Inbhir Nis (GB), 16-1 Ruby’s Profit (IRE), 18-1 Lady Roxby (GB), 22-1 Saratoga Special (IRE), Jumbeau (GB), 25-1 Woolhampton (IRE), Tiva (IRE), 33-1 Over The Blues (IRE), Nad Alshiba Green (IRE), Forager (GB), 40-1 Queen’s Guard (GB), 50-1 Mademoiselle (GB), Fantasy Obsessor (GB), 66-1 Woohoo (IRE), 80-1 Eternal Sunshine (GB)
4, Charging Thunder, 5. Align The Stars, 6. Dancing In Paris, 8. Alphonse Le Grande & 11. Maghlaak all hold an entry in the Sky Bet Ebor on Saturday 23rd August.
SIXTH RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Mary Ryan & Kristina Austin.
Irish Thoroughbred Marketing have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race and £100 to the racing groom responsible for the winning horse
Wishing Jess and Nick Mills a very happy wedding anniversary.
23rd - 31st August 2025
Yards, studs and aftercare centres across the country are opening their doors to celebrate the love, care and attention that racehorses receive 365 days a year.
The Sky Bet Nursery Stakes
Six Furlongs (1,200 metres)
See page 94 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 6f
Race Type: Nursery
Prize Money: £100,000
Age: 2
Stalls: Centre
Getting the hang of handicaps? This time it’s two-year-olds only, going three quarters of a mile in distance, with First Legion having the big burden.
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, more professional option, as a “p”.
Good luck in picking a winner with the knowledge that victory in this race means you can remain unbeaten until at least 1.52pm tomorrow!
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: YES I’M MALI
Trainer: Richard Fahey
Jockey: Joe Fanning
Age/Weight: 2-8-7
Runners: 17 SP: 12/1
Was ridden prominently, a new strategy which seemed to suit him very well. Showed good attitude when he reached the front, always doing enough.
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
RaceiQ Par Time: 1m 10.96s
(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 (34 wins from 200 runners, 17%) runs OLD IS GOLD Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D O’Meara (12 wins from 44 runners, 27%) runs
Fancy That: R Fahey won this race in 2015, 2016 and 2024. The stable runs UTMOST RESPECT today. Longest Traveller: OLD IS GOLD trained by A Balding, Kingsclere, 216 miles. NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 18th August.
KNAVESMIRE TIP
Trainer Richard Fahey has won this three times in the last 10 years and he relies on UTMOST RESPECT The son of Invincible Spirit got off the mark at the third attempt with an easy win at Hamilton, when coming from off the pace, and a mark of 87 looks fair enough. Dublin Bay is looking for his hat-trick but an added 10lb makes his life difficult, while Old Is Gold and Temple Of Athena are others to consider
The Sky Bet Nursery Stakes
1 First Legion (IRE) (11)
B c Mehmas (IRE) - Navette (IRE)
Owner: Mr Zhang Yuesheng
Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough
Distance: 6f
Race Type: Nursery
Prize Money: £100,000
Age: 2
Stalls: Centre
9-9 (61.2) (14)
Jockey: Shane Foley
Form: 1205 CD Breeder: Littlejohn Bloodstock Ltd
Foaled 30 Apr A winner at 6f on good to firm ground. Finished 1 3/4l behind Valasara when fifth of 7 at 9-2 on his latest outing at Deauville over 5f (soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 94 SP: 11-1
2
Rogue Supremacy (GB) (21)
B c St Mark’s Basilica (FR) - Mighty Spirit (IRE)
Owner: The Rogues Gallery
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
9-4 (59.0) (5)
Jockey: Daniel Tudhope
Form: 10515
Breeder: Coverdale Stud
Foaled 29 Apr Successful twice at 5f on good to firm and good ground. Finished 6l behind Lady Iman when fifth of 8 at 33-1 on his latest outing in the Group 3 HKJC World Pool Molecomb Stakes at Goodwood over 5f (good) last month. Has won at Hamilton and Wetherby this season. Official BHA Rating 89 SP: 28-1
3
Amorim (GB) (33)
(59.0) (19)
Gr c Havana Grey - Stellarta Jockey: Billy Loughnane
Owner: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum
Trainer: George Boughey, Newmarket
Form: 213 D
Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud
Foaled 27 Apr A winner at 6f on good to firm ground. Third of 5 behind Wise Approach beaten 6l at 4-1 on his latest outing at Newbury over 6f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 89 SP: 14-1
4
Old Is Gold (IRE) (19)
(17)
B c Mehmas (IRE) - Lyons Lane Jockey: James Doyle
Owner: Wathnan Racing
Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
Form: 3103
Breeder: Camogue Stud Ltd
Foaled 23 Mar. A winner at 5f on good ground. Third of 11 behind Ardisia beaten 1l at 4-1 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 6f (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 88 SP: 11-1
5 Utmost Respect (IRE) (39)
B c Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Across The Sea Jockey: Oisin Orr
Owner: Mr M. A. Scaife
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
Form: 201
Breeder: Irish National Stud
Foaled 29 Jan. Won on his latest outing when 1-4fav at Hamilton over 5f (good) last month, beating Wonderful Friend by 2 1/4l. Official BHA Rating 87
6 Shaman Champion (IRE) (19)
B c Shaman (IRE) - Angel Bright (IRE)
Owner: Mr Jaber Abdullah
Jockey: Ryan Moore
Breeder: Yeomanstown Stud
Trainer: Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn Form: 1052 BF
Foaled 28 Feb. A winner at 5f on good to firm ground. Beaten a neck by Ardisia when second of 11 at 9-4fav on his latest outing at Goodwood over 6f (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 86 SP:
7 River Spey (GB) (22)
Br g Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Terse
Owner: Mrs Fitri Hay
Trainer: Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn
Jockey: Oisin Murphy
Form: 553
Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud
Foaled 4 Feb. Placed once in three starts. Third of 15 behind Stellar Sunrise beaten 1 3/4l at 66-1 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 6f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 83 (+1) SP: 25-1
8 Saucy Jane (GB) (10)
B f Lope Y Fernandez (IRE) - Sea Horn (FR)
Owner: Nick Bradley Racing 16 and JMR Partners
Trainer: Jack Morland, Newmarket
(55.8) (15)
Jockey: Taryn Langley (5)
Form: 21462
Breeder: Sea Horn Partnership
Foaled 30 Mar A winner at 5f on good to firm ground. Beaten 1l by Better And Better when second of 7 at 11-1 on her latest outing at Haydock over 6f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 82 (+1) SP: 33-1
Horse
9 Mo of Cairo (GB) (46)
Gr c Havana Grey - How High The Sky (IRE)
Owner: Mr T. A. Rahman
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton
(kgs) Draw
(12)
Jockey: Sam James
Form: 231
Breeder: Whatton Manor Stud & Robert Cornelius
Foaled 17 Mar Won on his latest outing when evens fav at Beverley over 5f (good to firm) last month, beating Ambishio by a head. Official BHA Rating 81 SP: 20-1
10
Blue Orbit (IRE) (19)
B c Starman - Melody Blue (IRE)
Owner: Thurloe Thoroughbreds LIX
Trainer: Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich
(1)
Jockey: Hollie Doyle
Form: 2166
Breeder: Mrs Claire Fitzsimons
Foaled 7 Feb. A winner at 5f on good to firm ground. Finished 3l behind Ardisia when sixth of 11 at 8-1 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 6f (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 80 SP: 33-1
11
Chairmanfourtimes (IRE) (24)
(54.4) (9)
B c Nando Parrado - Occupation (IRE) Jockey: Ashley Lewis (7)
Owner: Andy Finneran & Garry Wilkie Wilson
Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton Form: 2231
Breeder: Bernard Cooke
Foaled 5 Mar A winner at 5-2 at Pontefract over 5f (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Valor Spirit by 2l.
12 Temple of Athena (GB) (21)
B f Magna Grecia (IRE) - Dance Hall Girl (IRE) Jockey: Shay Farmer (7)
Owner: Nick Bradley Racing 17 and Partner
Trainer: Brian Ellison, Malton Form: 13
Skymarc Farm
Foaled 8 Apr. Half-sister to Al Dasim, won four times between 5f and 7f including a Group 3 race. A winner at 5f on soft ground. Third of 11 behind Spicy Marg beaten 4l at 20-1 on her latest outing at Goodwood over 5f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 79 SP: 12-1
13 Ecclefechan (GB) (12)
B c Bated Breath - Bahia Star
Owner: Mr Gerry McGladery
Trainer: John Ryan, Newmarket
Jack Dace (5)
042
Breeder: BB Bloodstock
Foaled 16 Feb. Placed once in three starts. Beaten a neck by Mission Classified when second of 6 at 13-2 on his latest outing at Musselburgh over 5f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 79 SP: 28-1
14 Go Vince Go (IRE)
(8) 8-7 (54.0) (13)
B g Invincible Army (IRE) - Oddysey (IRE) (in 6lb ex)
Owner: Reality Partnerships XI
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Jockey: Duran Fentiman
Form: 0541 D
Breeder: H. J. O’Brien & M. McCallan
Foaled 7 Mar. A winner at 11-2 at Hamilton over 6f (good to soft) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Showtown by 3/4l. Carries a 6lb penalty today for that success. Official BHA Rating 72 (+4) SP: 33-1
15 A’Ali G (GB) (22)
B g A’Ali (IRE) - Cousins Joy (IRE)
Owner: McGivern & Carson Partnership
Trainer: Charlie Clover, Newmarket
(2)
Jockey: Warren Fentiman (5)
Form: U61241 D
Breeder: Max Weston
Foaled 16 Feb. Successful at 5f and 6f on good and soft ground. Won on his latest outing when 85-40fav at Ripon over 6f (good) last month, beating Sioux Perfect by 1/2l. Has also won at Goodwood this season. Official BHA Rating 76 SP: 18-1
16 Ruby’s Angel (IRE) (18)
B f Starman - Angel Meadow
Owner: Roudee Racing 18
Trainer: Hugo Palmer, Malpas
8-5 (53.1) (22)
Jockey: Saffie Osborne
Form: 2334 BF
Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
Foaled 29 Jan. Placed in three of four starts. Finished 4l behind Azleet when fourth of 5 at 9-4fav on her latest outing at Newmarket over 6f (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 76 SP: 66-1
17 Dacres Cross (IRE) (8)
B g Prince of Lir (IRE) - Shahaama (in 6lb ex)
Owner: Mr J Speight & Mr M Holdsworth
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton
(53.1) (3)
Jockey: Rowan Scott
Form: 54431 D
Breeder: Mr Padraic O’Neill
Foaled 16 Mar A winner at 7-2 at Carlisle over 6f (good) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Mighty Magnus by 1 1/4l. Carries a 6lb penalty today for that success. Official BHA Rating 70 (+4) SP: 20-1
18
Awraad (IRE) (96)
B f Awtaad (IRE) - Chitra
Owner: Mah Bloodstock
Trainer: Gemma Tutty, Northallerton
8-3 (52.2) (11)
Jockey: Rhys Elliott (5)
Form: 10
Breeder: Dr Magid Abdelhalim
Foaled 26 Feb. Dam won four times at 5f and 6f A winner at 5f on good ground. Beaten 5l behind Secret Hideaway at 40-1 when seventh of 9 on her latest outing here over 5f (good to firm) in May. Official BHA Rating 74 SP: 50-1
19 Veiled Truth (GB) (18)
B c Ubettabelieveit (IRE) - Available (IRE)
Owner: Mr J Toes & Mr J O’Loan
Trainer: Phillip Makin, Leyburn
(10)
Jockey: Joe Fanning
Form:
Breeder: Richard Kent
Foaled 30 Mar Unplaced in all three starts. Finished 5l behind Rikki Tiki Tavi when sixth of 8 at 10-1 on his latest outing at Thirsk over 5f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 74 SP: 100-1
20 Dublin Bay (IRE) (18)
B g New Bay - La Fiamma (USA)
Owner: Pompey Ventures & Partner
Trainer: Ollie Sangster, Marlborough
(6)
Jockey: Harry Bentley
Form: 00611 D
Breeder: Flaxman Stables Ireland Ltd
Foaled 28 Feb. Successful twice at 6f on good to firm and good ground. Won on his latest outing when 4-7fav at Doncaster over 6f (good to firm) earlier this month, beating White Ladder by 4l. Has also won at Ffos Las this season. Official BHA Rating 73 (+1) SP: 6-1
21 Believeinmenow (IRE) (77)
B c Ubettabelieveit (IRE) - Weisse Socken (IRE)
Owner: Mr John R. Saville
Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton
8-2 (51.7) (4)
Jockey: Faye McManoman
Form: 205
Breeder: Olly Batchelor Bloodstock Ltd
Foaled 9 Apr Placed once in three starts. Finished 7l behind Star Material when fifth of 8 at 14-1 on his latest outing at Ripon over 5f (good) in June Runs from 1lb out of handicap He is wearing a hood for the first time Official BHA Rating 72 SP: 150-1
22
Goldie Bear (IRE) (4)
B f Kodi Bear (IRE) - Ice Haven (IRE)
Owner: Mrs Christie Thompson
Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
(51.7) (18)
Jockey: Laura Coughlan (3)
Form: 35635
Breeder: Mrs O. A. Shaw
Foaled 9 Apr. Placed once in five starts. Finished 4 1/2l behind Half Sovereign when fifth of 6 at 10-1 on her latest outing at Newmarket over 7f (good to firm) earlier this month. Runs from 1lb out of handicap Official BHA Rating 72 (-2) SP: 100-1
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 22
Hood worn first time by No. 21. PROBABLE S.P.’S
6-1 Dublin Bay (IRE), 17-2 Shaman Champion (IRE), 11-1 First Legion (IRE), Old Is Gold (IRE), 12-1 Temple of Athena (GB), 14-1 Amorim (GB), 16-1 Utmost Respect (IRE), 18-1 A’Ali G (GB), 20-1 Mo of Cairo (GB), Dacres Cross (IRE), 22-1 Chairmanfourtimes (IRE), 25-1 River Spey (GB), 28-1 Rogue Supremacy (GB), Ecclefechan (GB), 33-1 Saucy Jane (GB), Blue Orbit (IRE), Go Vince Go (IRE), 50-1 Awraad (IRE), 66-1 Ruby’s Angel (IRE), 100-1 Veiled Truth (GB), Goldie Bear (IRE), 150-1 Believeinmenow (IRE)
RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION
SEVENTH 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 of the winning horse
Thursday
Friday
Saturday 23 August
September Meeting
Sunday 7 September
October
Friday
Today’s Race Conditions
FIRST RACE 1.50 - The Hong Kong Jockey Club World Pool Stakes (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 14th and pay £600 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 18th. 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 110 shall initially be treated as having that rating and the highest weight allotted shall be 9st 12lb Subsequently, the excess over 110 in any rating shall be allotted to that horse without limitation to the highest weight to be carried. THE HONG KONG JOCKEY CLUB have 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 WORLD POOL. 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. 25 entries at £600 - Closed August 14th, 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 33.
SECOND RACE 2.25 - The Tattersalls Acomb Stakes (Group 3)
(CLASS 1) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £93571 to the winning horse The second to receive £35475, the third £17754, the fourth £8844, the fifth £4438 and the sixth £2227 for two yrs old only Enter by noon, August 14th and pay £1650 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 18th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 3lb; fillies 9st Penalties, a winner of a Group 3 race 3lb Of a Group 1 or Group 2 race 5lb TATTERSALLS 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 TATTERSALLS. 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 The Tattersalls Acomb Stakes is part of the Breeders’ Cup Challenge Race Programme for 2025. See Breeders’ Cup website for details. 15 entries at £1650. - Closed August 14th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £73524; Second £30179; Third £15098; Fourth £7541; Fifth £3779; Sixth £1881 Penalty Value: £93571.50 A SS For race details see page 43.
THIRD RACE 3.00 - The Sky Bet Great Voltigeur Stakes (Group 2) (CLASS 1) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £151699 to the winning horse The second to receive £57512, the third £28783, the fourth £14338, the fifth £7195 and the sixth £3611. for three yrs old colts and geldings only Enter by noon, July 1st and pay £875 stake, Scratch by noon, July 29th or pay £1000, Confirm by noon, August 14th and pay £625, Supplementary Entry by noon, August 14th and pay £20000 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 18th. Weights: 9st 2lb each Penalties, after 2024, a winner of a Group 2 race 3lb Of a Group 1 race 5lb 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 (No confirmation of entry is required for Supplementary entries). 36 entries, 15 at £875, 10 at £1875, 10 at £2500, 1 at £20000 - Closed July 1st, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £119198; Second £48926; Third £24476; Fourth £12225; Fifth £6126; Sixth £3050 Penalty Value: £151699.25 A SS
For race details see page 55
FOURTH RACE 3.35 - The Juddmonte International Stakes (Group 1) (CLASS 1) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £748217 to the winning horse The second to receive £283665, the third £141964, the fourth £70718, the fifth £35491 and the sixth £17811. for three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, July 1st and pay £5450 stake, Scratch by noon, July 29th or pay £6250, Confirm by noon, August 14th and pay £3925, Supplementary Entry by noon, August 14th and pay £85000 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 18th. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st 1lb; fillies 8st 12lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 9st 8lb; fillies 9st 5lb 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. JUDDMONTE has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition to the prize money, a trophy value £2000 has been generously donated by JUDDMONTE and will be presented to the winning owner Declarations to run for this race must be made by 10.00 a.m. on Monday August 18th and declarations of riders must be made by 1.00 p.m. on Monday August 18th. 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 JUDDMONTE. 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 If the winner of the Juddmonte International runs in the Japan Cup at Tokyo on November 30th, 2025, and he/she finishes in the first three, the owner will be eligible for a JRA bonus. See JRA website for details. The winner of the Juddmonte International is eligible for automatic entry and a travel package to the W S Cox Plate. The Juddmonte International Stakes is part of the Breeders’ Cup Challenge Race Programme for 2025 See Breeders’ Cup website for details. THERE WILL BE A PARADE FOR THIS RACE. Runners will proceed down the canter down to the one furlong marker where they join the track. Runners will then turn back to canter past the stands to the start. (No confirmation of entry is required for Supplementary entries). 29 entries, 12 at £5450, 8 at £11700, 8 at £15625, 1 at £85000 - Closed July 1st, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £587913; Second £241314; Third £120723; Fourth £60295; Fifth £30214; Sixth £15041 Penalty Value: £748217.56 A SS For race details see page 67
FIFTH RACE 4.10 - The Sky Bet Stayers 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. Enter by noon, August 14th and pay £500 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 18th. 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 110 shall initially be treated as having that rating and the highest weight allotted shall be 9st 12lb Subsequently, the excess over 110 in any rating shall be allotted to that horse without limitation to the highest weight to be carried. 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: The two mile start is in the home straight. PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 18 entries at £500 - Closed August 14th, 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 75.
SIXTH RACE 4.45 - The IRE Incentive, It Pays To Buy Irish Fillies’ 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 and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, August 14th and pay £500 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 18th. 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 IRISH THOROUGHBRED MARKETING 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 IRISH THOROUGHBRED MARKETING. 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 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. 26 entries at £500 - Closed August 14th, 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 81.
SEVENTH RACE 5.20 - The Sky Bet Nursery 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 two yrs old only Enter by noon, August 14th and pay £500 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 18th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight not less than 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. 33 entries at £500 - Closed August 14th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £40630; Second £20320; Third £10160; Fourth £5080; Fifth £2540; Sixth £1270 Penalty Value: £51540 Weights raised 3lbs and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable 2 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10 SS For race details see page 87.
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…
Thank you for your support this year.
If you have any comments, please email to feedback@yorkracecourse.co.uk
Please could we request that a special effort is made to respect our neighbours, with particular regard to noise in the surrounding streets.
Please use the toilets on exit or as provided on the walking route to the city. We look forward to welcoming you back for Day Two of the Sky Bet Ebor Festival, featuring the Group Two Sky Bet Lowther Stakes and the Group One Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks.
ENJOY SOME PROPER RACING FIXTURES 2026
Dante Festival
Wednesday 13 May
Thursday 14 May
Friday 15 May
Tattersalls Musidora Stakes
Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai Dante Stakes
Boodles Yorkshire Cup
May Spring Meeting
Saturday 23 May
June Meeting
Friday 12 June
Saturday 13 June
William Hill Brontë Cup
Mid-Summer Raceday
55th Macmillan Charity Raceday
Summer Music Saturday
Saturday 27 June
Summer Music Saturday
John Smith’s Cup Meeting
Friday 10 July
Saturday 11 July
William Hill Summer Stakes
67th John Smith’s Cup
Music Showcase Weekend
Friday (eve) 24 July
Saturday 25 July
EBF Lyric Stakes and live music
Sky Bet York Stakes and live music
Sky Bet Ebor Festival ON SALE FROM SUNDAY 23 AUGUST LE 23 AU
Wednesday 19 August
Thursday 20 August
Friday 21 August
Saturday 22 August
Juddmonte International
Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks/Ladies Day
Coolmore Nunthorpe
Sky Bet Ebor
September Meeting
Sunday 6 September
October Meeting
Friday 9 October
Saturday 10 October
YorkMix Family Raceday
Finale Friday
Coral Sprint Trophy
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