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Post by dennisg on Jun 9, 2018 8:11:41 GMT
Matt Brocklebank picks out three bets from Saturday's meetings with the Sporting Life Daily Nap running at Beverley. Sporting Life's Daily Nap, June 9 Nap: Wedding Date (3.15 Beverley) Next Best: Tabarrak (4.00 Haydock) Treble: Weellan (4.40 Catterick) 13 5 Wedding Date16 28-12OR: -D 11/4 Form: 215T: R HannonJ: P J Dobbs Last run Live betting powered by 8 6 Tabarrak28 59-0OR: 111CD 7/2 Form: 5921-61T: R HannonJ: Jim Crowley Last run Live betting powered by 1 6 Weellan10 39-7OR: 78 9/4 Form: 244-421T: D O'MearaJ: D Nolan Last run Live betting powered by Last month’s Listed National Stakes at Sandown looks sure to throw up future winners. It’s always a hot contest and has produced several Royal Ascot scorers down the years – the third home this year, Konchek, already tops the betting for the Norfolk Stakes. Fifth home that night was WEDDING DATE, who wasn’t drawn ideally in seven under Ryan Moore and ran as well as could have been expected against some seriously quick colts. Richard Hannon’s filly was dead impressive when breaking her duck in a Chester maiden and that came on the back of an encouraging debut at Brighton when she didn’t quite handle the track. There are plenty of races to be won with Wedding Date and Saturday’s Hilary Needler Trophy Fillies’ Conditions Stakes at Beverley – in which she’s drawn well in stall five – looks a great opportunity to get black type to her name. It could be a good Saturday for Hannon whose Tabarrak merits plenty of respect at what could be a fair price in the Group Three Betway John Of Gaunt Stakes at Haydock. Course form is key here and he’s one from one at the track following a hard-fought success in the middle of May. That effort showed his soft ground comeback run at Doncaster all wrong and his neck defeat of Accidental Agent at the back end of last season also reads extremely well. There could be even more to come from him this term. Weellan breaks from stall six of six in Catterick’s totesport Download The App Handicap, which isn’t ideal given his prominent racing style but a smart break should allow him to be thereabouts on the pace and dropping back to seven furlongs is a big plus. He won over a mile at Ripon last month but looked to be running out of gas at the death and the ease in trip should help him overcome a new, career-high mark of 78. He had a busy juvenile campaign and just looks to be coming hand again this year. Daily Nap record: -4.88pts
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 9, 2018 8:14:39 GMT
SUN BETS.
1.55 Musselburgh - Reverend Jacobs: 'he's up 8lb in the weights now, but should still be good enough after a fine success at York last time' (add to your betslip) 2.15 Haydock - Podemos: 'has yet to win for Ralph Beckett but pulled clear of most of the field last time' (add to your betslip) 2.30 Musselburgh - Move In Time: 'facile winner at Newmarket last time off 83 and while he's up to 90 now he's still chucked in on old form' (add to your betslip)2.50 Haydock - God Given 'would prefer softer ground, but she's easily the best of these on ratings and she should take all the beating' (add to your betslip)3.05 Newmarket - Georgian Manor 'this will be much harder, but it would be no surprise to see him improve fast' (add to your betslip)3.25 Haydock - Alpha Delphini 'he ran well at Newmarket last time and might be more reliable than his opponents' (add to your betslip)3.40 Newmarket - Golden Wolf 'he keeps finishing second, but it might just be he's been crying out for this longer trip' (add to your betslip)4.00 Haydock - D'bai 'ran well behind The Tin Man at Windsor last time and should not have any worries with this step back up in distance' (
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Post by dennisg on Jun 9, 2018 8:14:45 GMT
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Post by dennisg on Jun 9, 2018 8:17:17 GMT
Narodowa features among the strongest-fancies selections as our Catching Pigeons insider rounds up the tips and gossip ahead of the weekend's action. Dutch Connection can see off the challenge of Godolphin’s fancied D'bai in the Group Three Betway John Of Gaunt Stakes at Haydock on Saturday. Charlie Hills is never frightened to tackle Group One company with his stable stalwart, and he was rewarded with his aggressive policy when the six-year-old ran a blinder to finish fourth in the Lockinge at Newbury three weeks ago. Dutch Connection has taken that comeback effort really well, and seems in great nick for this step down in grade. Race conditions mean he escapes a penalty for his win on his last appearance at this level at Goodwood in August, and the return to seven furlongs should also suit. Roger Varian's progressive Emmaus also features among a sizeable list of dangers. The teak-tough Muthmir is fancied to grind his way to victory in the Listed Betway Achilles Stakes. He's a rock-solid performer at this sort of level and should get the race teed up nicely with plenty of speed provided by the likes of Gracious John and Equimou in the line-up. Cribbs Causeway should go well at a decent price for Roger Charlton in the Group Three Betway Pinnacle Stakes. The Beckhampton team have been knocking in few winners over the past week or two after a very slow start to the turf campaign, and there was plenty to like about this four-year-old's comeback effort behind Precious Ramotswe on her debut at this level at York two weeks ago. One of the most improved fillies last season - she started winning from a mark of 62 and ended the campaign on 95 - she looks more than capable of continuing her rise, and her exertions on the Knavesmire will have sharpened her up for this step back in trip. Support is also advised if she shuns this entry in favour of an alternative weekend target in the Nottinghamshire Oaks on Sunday. Dragon Moon looks open to improvement and is fancied to take a successful step back in trip in the Betway Sprint Handicap over six furlongs. He carried plenty of stable support when beating subsequent winner Crossing The Line in a photo at Lingfield on his second start, but then failed to see out the extended seven furlongs when attempting to make all at Chester on his latest start. His performance in achieving his win suggests he is nicely weighted for his handicap bow, a point underlined by the fact Crossing The Line would be 6lb worse in with him here. Best weekend chances Saturday, 3.25 Haydock - Muthmir 9 3 Muthmirp14 89-4OR: 111D 11/4 Form: 1443-45T: W J HaggasJ: Jim Crowley Last run Live betting powered by Saturday, 3.50 Beverley - Extra Mile 2 1 Extra Milep121 49-4OR: 90BFD 5/6 Form: 424-113T: S bin SuroorJ: William Cox (5) Last run Live betting powered by Saturday, 5.35 Beverley 4 2 Narodowat19 39-10OR: 71 3/1 Form: 058-3T: D R LaniganJ: P J Dobbs Last run Live betting powered by Sunday, 1.45 Nottingham - Sibirica 7 1 Sibirica 29-0OR: - 8/1 Form: T: C FellowesJ: S Donohoe Ed Walker has enjoyed a very lucrative spring campaign and he can strike with Fille De Reve in the closing Betway Handicap. The Kingsdown trainer will be hoping to put the record straight with this highly rated three year old after she could only finish eighth in the Newbury 1000 Guineas trial in April, but any filly can be forgiven a poor show after the very cold March, and a significant improvement is expected here. She looks very nicely handicapped and should be able to repel the challenge of Clive Cox’s Lethal Lunch. Ultimate Avenue should also go close for Walker in the Margaret Giffen Memorial Handicap at Newmarket. Though good enough to tackle group company as a juvenile, the four year old began his second season brightly, but only saw action on four occasions and both surgery on his breathing and the removal of two other parts of his anatomy was prescribed after the turf campaign closed. He began the new campaign with a solid effort at Newbury last month, and there is every hope he will step up on that performance here. Georgian Manor is well fancied to win the Animal Health Trust Handicap, but his price has contracted somewhat and it may pay to take an each-way punt on Grand Koonta in what looks a very interesting race. Clive Cox’s charge, who showed some good form as a juvenile, met with interference in running on his return to action at Goodwood, and he should also be sharper for the outing. Mark Hopkins made an encouraging return to action at Salisbury a fortnight ago and could gallop his rivals into submission in the John Sunley Memorial Handicap. He's got the assistance of the very promising David Egan taking 3lb off in the saddle and this mile and three-quarter trip on fast ground could prove ideal. Aim Of Artemis can justify her Coronation Stakes entry with a comeback win in the Porsche Centre Cambridge "Confined" Fillies' Novice Stakes. John Gosden assisted in the 1,000,000gns purchase of the former Sir Michael Stoute representative during the winter and her work has been strong. Neverbeen To Paris may offer a spot more value for Michael Bell and Hayley Turner in the John Holmes Handicap. She wasn't beaten under a length when third as favourite at Catterick and should appreciate the return to a more galloping track. Richard Fahey has a fantastic bunch of juveniles to go to war with and is taken to land the Hilary Needler Trophy Fillies' Conditions Stakes courtesy of Kodyanna under Paul Hanagan. The daughter of Kodiac shaped like she wasn't madly in love with the soft ground first time out at Nottingham but still showed bundles of promise with a close-up third and she's reportedly come on for the run. Extra Mile can land the Nearly Graham Hallett Memorial Fillies' Handicap for the in-form Saeed bin Suroor. The daughter of Frankel possibly found the ground too quick for her at Doncaster last time but has generally been on an upward curve and this event looks more feasible. The best bet on the Westwood is Narodowa in division one of the Filplastic UK LTD 25th Anniversary Handicap. She was easy to back on her handicap debut at Leicester but ran a huge race in third at 25/1 and although bumped up 2lb for her troubles, David Lanigan's charge could still be some way ahead of the assessor. Global Spirit did not have things go his way when quietly fancied at Lingfield last time, and should step up on that effort in division two. He also met with plenty of traffic problems in running after being dropped in from his wide draw, and remains on a very workable mark. Crafty Madam, a stablemate of Grand Koonta, can notch her first success of the season in the Premier Pensions Grand Administration Fillies Handicap at Lingfield. This represents a drop in class for the daughter of Mastercraftsman, who ran on to finish a good second in the more than decent event at Goodwood eights days ago. She has taken the race well. Reverend Jacobs is not to be missed despite the skinny price in the Edinburgh Gin's Seaside Gin Handicap at Musselburgh. He got the better of the well-regarded Zeelander at York and while he was in an advantageous position on the front end there, he toughed it out bravely and looks a William Haggas handicapper with plenty of bigger days ahead of him. A couple to look out for at Goodwood on Sunday are Henry Candy's Prince Of Nepal, who looks on a lenient rating for the opening CCS Seismic Handicap, and course winner Imphal, who did not appear to appreciate the ease in the ground after the thundery rain at the May meeting here 16 days ago. Marcus Tregoning's charge tackles the Maywal Handicap, and looks sure to go close if the wet stuff stays away. The Hugo Palmer-trained Sudona could be worth monitoring in the NSPCC Speak Out Stay Safe "Confined" Fillies' Novice Stakes on the same card. The once-raced daughter of Zoffany has been indicating on the gallops that her Newbury debut effort last term can be left well behind in due course. She may just be a sharper horse for this slightly belated comeback run, however. Sunday punters should definitely take a close look at Charlie Fellowes' Sibirica ahead of her debut in the 188Bet Cash Back If Brazil Win EBF Maiden Stakes at Nottingham. Owned by Highclere, the daughter of Exceed And Excel has been showing all the right signs to trainer Charlie Fellowes in her prep work and it's worth noting that her dam, Princess Irish, won on debut - over this exact course and distance.
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Post by dennisg on Jun 9, 2018 8:18:55 GMT
Chris Wilson has a tip for every race at every meeting on another busy Saturday and picks out some of his strongest fancies across the cards. Blue De Vega can gain swift satisfaction for a luckless spin at Epsom when he runs in the Betway Achilles Stakes at Haydock. The five-year-old entire had become a little frustrating since his transfer to Robert Cowell's yard in October 2017. But he is clearly getting the hang of this sprinting lark and ought to be sharp enough to take this Listed prize over five furlongs. And had circumstances been more favourable last Saturday, Blue De Vega would be a far shorter price for this race. That is because he endured frightful scrimmaging in the Epsom Dash, in which he was blocked for room inside the final furlong of the yearly lottery speed test. Blue De Vega and Oisin Murphy simply had nowhere to go when it mattered, and when daylight did appear the game was up. The son of Lope De Vega ended up finishing fourth behind Tanasoq, but that, of course, did not tell the full story. Granted more fortune on Merseyside, he can ably prove up to this level. Byron Flyer could be one of the more likely sorts on a frenetic card at Newmarket. The seven-year-old gelding is a decent hurdler, but trainer Ian Williams has also found a niche market for him in staying Flat races. It is a little bemusing that Byron Flyer has yet to win on the turf - he has finished second five times from nine starts in very good company - but that unwanted statistic can come to an end in the John Sunley Memorial Handicap. He was only beaten half a length over two miles at Haydock last month and that run should have him cherry-ripe for this assignment. Byron Flyer is just 2lb higher in the weights and it is interesting that Williams has gone out of his way to appoint Ryan Moore, who rode him to finish second in the Mallard Handicap last season. Those prepared to forgive Orion's Bow his York trespasses can be rewarded in the Scottish Sprint Cup Handicap at Musselburgh. Tim Easterby's seven-year-old struggled in a strong six-furlong handicap on the Knavesmire, for which he was sent off the 7/1 favourite. But that might have something to do with a perceived dislike of York, where he has never shown his true form. And though Orion's Bow has admittedly not won since July 2016, he can unquestionably do some damage off a mark of 89. The son of Pivotal might appreciate a bit of rain in the build-up to the Scottish Sprint Cup, but he has won on fast ground before so that might not be too big an issue. Prolific young juvenile No Lippy looks the answer to the Hilary Needler Trophy at Beverley. Mark Johnston's inmate has blossomed this season, with three victories from four starts - most notably in the Lily Agnes at Chester. Her game victory in the Edinburgh Castle Stakes at Musselburgh a week ago also suggested that No Lippy is still firmly on the upgrade. Even in spite of a troublesome draw, she looks an ideal sort to coolly handle the tricky East Yorkshire circuit. Sporting Life tips BEVERLEY: 2.05 Jathi, 2.40 Its The Only Way, 3.15 No Lippy, 3.50 Extra Mile, 4.25 Bollin Ted, 5.00 Make On Madam, 5.35 Christmas Night, 6.10 Kylie Rules. CATTERICK: 1.45 Champagne Mondays, 2.20 Mr Strutter, 2.55 Royal Flag, 3.30 Poet's Society, 4.05 Italian Riviera, 4.40 Byron's Choice, 5.15 Emphatic. CURRAGH: 2.10 Decrypt, 2.45 Bay Of Skaill, 3.20 Rattling Jewel, 3.55 Mustajeer, 4.30 Aared, 5.05 Rashaan, 5.40 Baliyad. HAYDOCK: 2.15 Podemos, 2.50 God Given, 3.25 BLUE DE VEGA (NAP), 4.00 Emmaus, 4.35 Pipers Note, 5.10 Choice Encounter, 5.45 Knowing Glance. LINGFIELD: 5.50 Poetic Force, 6.20 Happy Odyssey, 6.50 Embour, 7.20 Rebel Surge, 7.50 Excelleration, 8.20 Hangman Jury, 8.50 Choral Music. MUSSELBURGH: 1.55 Reverend Jacobs, 2.30 Orion's Bow, 3.10 Capitan James, 3.45 Ventura Gold, 4.20 On Fire, 4.55 Colour Contrast, 5.30 Relight My Fire. NEWMARKET: 2.00 Calyx, 2.35 Tomily, 3.05 Rufus King, 3.40 Byron Flyer, 4.15 Aim Of Artemis, 4.50 Dr Richard Kimble, 5.25 Brorocco. STRATFORD: 6.00 Calarules, 6.35 Voix D'Eau, 7.05 Innocent Touch, 7.35 Poker School, 8.05 Bachy Baby, 8.35 Aubusson, 9.05 Colonel Miller. DOUBLE: Blue De Vega and No Lippy
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 9, 2018 18:53:06 GMT
Beverley, 09 Jun 18 Fixture Note An enquiry was held following a report from the Veterinary Officer that ONEFOOTINPARADISE, trained by Philip McBride, had been allocated stable 75 which, upon arrival, was found to not be clean. The Clerk of the Course, the Veterinary Officer, the Stable Manager, Philip McBride and his representative were interviewed. Having heard their evidence, the Stewards ordered a report to be sent to the Head Office of the British Horseracing Authority for further consideration. Race 1 - 2:05pm THE TURBO SYSTEMS MEDIAN AUCTION MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) An enquiry was held to consider the placings in this race after interference inside the final half furlong between the winner, ALRAHAAL (IRE), ridden by Paul Hanagan and BURFORD BROWN, placed second, ridden by Danny Brock. The Stewards considered that the interference had not improved ALRAHAAL (IRE)’s placing as BURFORD BROWN lost little momentum and ALRAHAAL (IRE) was going away at the finish to win by half a length. Hanagan was cautioned for careless riding as he allowed his mount to lug right without timely correction, giving a small bump to BURFORD BROWN causing it to be taken off its intended line.
Race 2 - 2:40pm THE TRUCKING BY BRIAN YEARDLEY TWO YEAR OLD TROPHY CONDITIONS STAKES (CLASS 2) (PLUS 10 RACE) Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that MIDNIGHT SANDS (USA), unplaced, lost its right fore shoe.
Race 3 - 3:15pm THE HILARY NEEDLER TROPHY FILLIES' CONDITIONS STAKES (CLASS 2) (PLUS 10 RACE) The Starter reported that DAME GLADYS refused to enter the stalls and was withdrawn at 3:20pm. Kevin Ryan was informed that the filly could not run until the day after passing a stalls test.
ALICIA DARCY (IRE) was kicked by another runner at the start. After being examined by the Veterinary Surgeon, ALICIA DARCY (IRE) was withdrawn by the Starter acting on Veterinary advice at 3:16pm and Barry McHugh was given permission by the Veterinary Surgeon to hack the filly back to the stables. Subsequently, the Veterinary Officer reported that ALICIA DARCY (IRE) had a wound on its right fore.
Just inside the final furlong, GYPSY SPIRIT, placed third, lugged left moving LADY PRANCEALOT (IRE), placed fourth, at the same time as NO LIPPY (IRE), unplaced, edged right, causing VIKIVAKI (USA), unplaced, to be checked, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved and that it had not improved the placing of GYPSY SPIRIT.
Following the race, Ben Robinson reported that ANTICO LADY (IRE), unplaced, stumbled approximately 1 furlong after the start. The Veterinary Officer reported that LADY PRANCEALOT (IRE), placed fourth, bled from the nose and GYPSY SPIRIT, placed third, had a wound on its left hind.
Race 5 - 4:25pm THE MICHAEL AND EILEEN DIAMOND WEDDING ANNIVERSARY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Following the race, William Cox reported that ZLATAN (IRE), placed second, slipped leaving the stalls and Jane Elliott reported that DETACHMENT, placed fourth, was denied a clear run approximately 1 furlong out.
Race 6 - 5:00pm THE MEGAN O'MEARA 21ST BIRTHDAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) The winner, HATS OFF TO LARRY, appeared to show an improvement in form compared with its previous run at Chepstow on 15 May 2018, where the gelding finished ninth of thirteen, beaten 11¼ lengths on going officially described as Good to Firm. The representative of Mick Channon explained that HATS OFF TO LARRY appreciated the easier ground on this occasion, which was described as Good (Good to Firm in Places). The gelding was routine tested.
The performance of LA SIOUX (IRE), which started second favourite and finished unplaced, was considered. The representative of Richard Fahey could offer no explanation for the filly’s performance.
Race 7 - 5:35pm THE FILPLASTIC UK LTD 25TH ANNIVERSARY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (DIV I) Ben Robinson, the rider of the winner, MOLTOIR (IRE), was suspended for 2 days for using his whip above the permitted level from just outside 2 furlongs out.
Gerald Mosse, the rider of GLOBAL EXCEED, was suspended for 4 days for using his whip above the permitted level from just inside 3 furlongs out.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination during routine testing of KNOCKOUT BLOW, unplaced, revealed it had been struck into on its right hind.
Race 8 - 6:10pm THE FILPLASTIC UK LTD 25TH ANNIVERSARY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (DIV II) Following the race, Andrew Mullen reported that PLACEBO EFFECT (IRE), unplaced, ran too free and Charles Bishop reported that KYLIE RULES, placed seventh, ran too free. The Veterinary Officer reported that the winner, GANGLAND, lost its left hind shoe. View Stewards report Catterick Bridge, 09 Jun 18 Race 2 - 2:20pm THE totesport.com BET IN PLAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) The performance of KIBAAR which finished eighth, was considered. Ruth Carr could offer no explanation for the gelding’s performance other than it may not have faced the blinkers worn for the first time whilst in her care. KIBAAR was routine tested.
Race 4 - 3:30pm THE totescoop6 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Permission was given for RENE MATHIS (GER) to be mounted on the track and go early to post and permission was given for EQUIANO SPRINGS to wear a hood in the Parade Ring and go early to post.
Approaching the furlong marker RENE MATHIS (GER), unplaced, edged right at the same time as RASELASAD (IRE), unplaced, edged left, causing interference between them, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Approaching the winning line, OWER FLY, placed second, edged marginally left causing OUR CHARLIE BROWN, placed fourth, to be short of room on the rail, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved and that it had not improved the placing of OWER FLY.
The winner, SCOFFLAW, appeared to show improved form, compared with its previous run at York on 26 May 2018 where the gelding finished seventeenth of twenty, beaten 15 lengths. It was noted that Richard Fahey’s representative could offer no explanation for gelding’s disappointing run at York. SCOFFLAW was routine tested.
Following the race, Patrick Vaughan reported that ROUSAYAN (IRE), unplaced, was denied a clear run inside the final furlong. Nathan Evans reported that OUR CHARLIE BROWN, placed fourth, was denied a clear run on a couple of occasions inside the final 2 furlongs.
Race 5 - 4:05pm THE totesport.com £20 WELCOME OFFER HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) On the bend leaving the back straight, MAMBO DANCER, placed sixth, edged marginally left at the same time as DEW POND, placed fifth, edged slightly right, causing interference between them, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved and that it had not improved the placing of MAMBO DANCER.
Race 7 - 5:15pm THE TOTEPOOLLIVEINFO.COM MEDIAN AUCTION MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 6) Following the race Sebastian Woods reported that POP TELECOM, unplaced, was denied a clear run 1 ½ furlongs out. View Stewards report Haydock Park, 09 Jun 18 Race 1 - 2:15pm THE BETWAY MIDDLE DISTANCE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) MORNING SKYE (IRE) ran yesterday evening, 08 June 2018, at Haydock Park. The Veterinary Officer reported that a pre-race examination of the colt deemed him fit to race.
Following the race, Richard Kingscote reported that PODEMOS (GER), unplaced, ran too free.
Race 2 - 2:50pm THE BETWAY PINNACLE STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 3) Following the race, Kieran Shoemark reported that CRIBBS CAUSEWAY (IRE), unplaced, repeatedly changed legs. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the filly failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 3 - 3:25pm THE BETWAY ACHILLES STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) Permission was given for FINAL VENTURE to go early to post and be mounted on the course and for JUDICIAL to go early and be led to post.
Following the race, Paul Mulrennan reported that JUDICIAL (IRE) was denied a clear run approaching the final ½ furlong.
Race 4 - 4:00pm THE BETWAY JOHN OF GAUNT STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 3) Oisin Murphy, the rider of MR OWEN (USA), was slow to remove the blindfold resulting in his horse being slow to start. After being interviewed and shown recordings of the incident, Murphy’s explanation was noted that MR OWEN (USA) had turned his head as he tried to remove the blind and as it was still tucked in to the bridle on one side, it took a second attempt to remove it.
Daniel Tudhope, the rider of LARCHMONT LAD (IRE), placed second, was suspended for 2 days for using his whip above the permitted level from inside 2 furlongs out.
Race 5 - 4:35pm THE BETWAY DASH HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Following the race, Tom Dascombe reported that CALDER PRINCE (IRE), unplaced, had a breathing problem.
Race 6 - 5:10pm THE BETWAY SPRINT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Following the race, Jamie Spencer reported that CHOICE ENCOUNTER, placed eighth of eight, moved poorly. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities other than the gelding was coughing.
Race 7 - 5:45pm THE BETWAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Following the race, Jack Garritty reported that ARMED RESPONSE, placed eighth of eight, lost its action. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination revealed the colt to be lame on its right fore. The Veterinary Officer further reported that a post-race examination, during routine testing, of KNOWING GLANCE (IRE), placed seventh, revealed the gelding had lost its right fore shoe. View Stewards report Lingfield Park, 09 Jun 18 Race 1 - 5:50pm THE PREMIER COMPANIES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for POETIC FORCE (IRE) to go early to post.
Following the race, Stephen Cummins reported that DR JULIUS NO, placed seventh, slipped rounding the final bend.
Race 2 - 6:20pm THE PREMIER PENSIONS FILLIES' NOVICE MEDIAN AUCTION STAKES (CLASS 5) (PLUS 10 RACE) Following the race, Hector Crouch reported that STARTCHANT, unplaced, was slowly away.
Race 3 - 6:50pm THE PREMIER BENEFITS "CONFINED" NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (Not run in more than four Flat races) The record of vaccinations in the passport of ONEOVDEM did not comply with the Rules of Racing. Tim Pinfield was fined £280 as this was his second offence within the previous 12 months.
Permission was given for HEDONISM (IRE) to go early to post.
TICKTOCKS unseated its rider on the way to post and cantered loose. At the start, Nicky Mackay was checked by the doctor and the filly was checked by the Veterinary Surgeon, and both were deemed fit to race.
Following the race, Trevor Whelan reported that LA MAQUINA, placed fourth, was never travelling.
Race 4 - 7:20pm THE PREMIER PENSIONS ADMINISTRATION FILLIES' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) The winner, MAKE MUSIC, appeared to show improved form, compared with its previous run at Goodwood on 5 May 2018 where the mare finished twelfth of 14, beaten by 11 lengths. The representative of Andrew Balding explained that the yard appeared to be coming into better form than recently; her explanation was noted. MAKE MUSIC was routine tested.
Race 6 - 8:20pm THE PREMIER EMPLOYER SERVICES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Prior to this race, the representative of Jim Boyle was asked to explain why SILVER PENNY was running here at Lingfield on going described as Good to Firm, Good in places (watered), when it was reported that the filly was unsuited by going with the same official description at Salisbury on 17 May 2018, and that SILVER PENNY would prefer a slower surface. Having spoken to the trainer via telephone, the representative explained that they were happy for SILVER PENNY to take her chance on this occasion, on ground which they considered to be well watered and safe.
Permission was given for AMHERST ROCK to wear a hood in the Parade Ring, and for DEAR BRUIN (IRE) to go early to post. View Stewards report Newmarket, 09 Jun 18 Fixture Note DREAMFIELD, trained by John Gosden, was given permission to gallop prior to racing. Race 1 - 2:00pm THE AFT FLUOROTEC EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (PLUS 10 RACE) Permission was given for CALYX to wear a hood in the Parade Ring only.
Following the race, Martin Harley reported that RAJMAN, unplaced, ran keenly early on.
Race 2 - 2:35pm THE MARGARET GIFFEN MEMORIAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Permission was given for ULTIMATE AVENUE (IRE) to wear a hood in the Parade Ring only.
The performance of BARON BOLT, which finished unplaced, was considered. The representative of Paul Cole could offer no explanation for the gelding’s performance.
Following the race, David Egan reported that BUNGEE JUMP (IRE), placed third, hung right-handed. The Veterinary Officer reported that EASTERN IMPACT (IRE), placed second, was found to have an irregular heartbeat.
Race 3 - 3:05pm THE ANIMAL HEALTH TRUST HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) The Starter reported that COUNT OTTO (IRE) was the subject of a third criteria failure. Amanda Perrett was informed that the gelding could not run until the day after passing a stalls test. As it was the second occasion within the previous 12 months that COUNT OTTO (IRE) had been reported, a further report within the same period would mean the gelding would be prevented from having a stalls test for 6 months.
An enquiry was held to consider the placings in this race after interference inside the final furlong when the winner, MAKSAB (IRE), ridden by David Egan, interfered with YAFTA, placed second, ridden by Dane O'Neill. The Stewards considered that the interference had not improved MAKSAB (IRE)’s placing as YAFTA appeared to lose little momentum as a result of the interference and MAKSAB (IRE) appeared to be holding that rival, with the official winning margin of a head. Egan was cautioned for careless riding as he allowed his mount to drift right-handed inside the final furlong, carrying YAFTA marginally off his intended line.
The performance of GEORGIAN MANOR (IRE), which started favourite and finished unplaced, was considered. The representative of Sir Michael Stoute could offer no explanation for the gelding’s performance. GEORGIAN MANOR (IRE) was routine tested.
Following the race, the representative of Charles Hills reported that RED ROMAN, unplaced, was unsuited by the ground which was officially described as Good to Firm and would prefer a slower surface.
Race 4 - 3:40pm THE JOHN SUNLEY MEMORIAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Permission was given for GRAPEVINE (IRE) and MARK HOPKINS to go early to post and GOLDEN WOLF (IRE) wore earplugs which were removed at the start.
Harry Bentley, the rider of ADDICTED TO YOU (IRE), was unseated shortly after the start. After viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that the incident was accidental and caused by ADDICTED TO YOU (IRE) ducking sharply right-handed, causing Bentley to be unseated.
Following the race, Ryan Moore reported that BYRON FLYER, unplaced, was hampered by the fall of Harry Bentley on ADDICTED TO YOU (IRE), causing him to lose an iron for several strides. The Veterinary Officer subsequently reported that BYRON FLYER had spread its right fore plate.
Race 5 - 4:15pm THE PORSCHE CENTRE CAMBRIDGE "CONFINED" FILLIES' NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (Not run in more than three Flat races) Permission was given for AIM OF ARTEMIS (IRE) to wear a hood in the Parade Ring only and for GERANIUM to go early to post.
Race 6 - 4:50pm THE JOHN HOLMES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Permission was given for NEVERBEEN TO PARIS (IRE) to go early to post.
ARTHENIA (IRE), trained by Charles Hills, ran without its right fore shoe as the trainer had not indicated at declaration stage that the filly should be withdrawn in the event of losing a shoe on the way to post.
Following the race, Hayley Turner reported that NEVERBEEN TO PARIS (IRE), placed fourth, ran too freely early on and hung left-handed throughout.
Race 7 - 5:25pm THE AHT CHARITY LOTTERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Permission was given for BROROCCO and VALCARTIER (IRE) to go early to post.
ALFARRIS (FR), trained by William Haggas, had arrived at the start without its declared cheek pieces and therefore had to be withdrawn. After interviewing the representative of the trainer, Haggas was fined £140. View Stewards report Stratford-on-avon, 09 Jun 18 Race 2 - 6:35pm THE BGC RACING HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) NEWTON GERONIMO wore earplugs, which were removed at the start.
The performance of ALLELU ALLELUIA (GER), which was pulled up, was considered. Aidan Coleman reported that the gelding hung right-handed throughout. Jonjo O’Neill’s representative could offer no explanation for ALLELU ALLELUIA (GER)’s performance. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities.
The performance of ROMAN FLIGHT, which finished seventh, was considered. David Dennis’ representative’s explanation that the gelding ran flat was noted. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of ROMAN FLIGHT failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 3 - 7:05pm THE MARK NIELD WEALTH MANAGEMENT HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) The winner, ALL SET TO GO (IRE) appeared to show improved form compared with its previous run at Newton Abbot 0n 4 June 2018 where the gelding was pulled up and the jockey reported that it stopped quickly. Kevin Frost’s explanation that ALL SET TO GO (IRE) benefited from the re-application of a tongue tie was noted. The gelding was routine tested.
Maxime Tissier, the rider of MYSTIC SKY, was suspended for 2 days for using his whip with his arm above shoulder height from after the last hurdle. The rider was accompanied at the enquiry by Lucy Wadham, the trainer.
Race 4 - 7:35pm THE BGC RACING HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) Following the race Richard Johnson reported that POKER SCHOOL (IRE), placed fifth, was never travelling. POKER SCHOOL (IRE) was routine tested.
Race 5 - 8:05pm THE FRONTLINE HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Permission was given for BOYCHICK (IRE) to wear a hood in the parade ring only.
Race 7 - 9:05pm THE SIGNFAB UK LTD MAIDEN OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) GAME IN THE PARK (FR) wore earplugs. View Stewards report Musselburgh, 09 Jun 18 Race 1 - 1:55pm THE EDINBURGH GIN'S SEASIDE GIN HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) REVEREND JACOBS wore earplugs which were removed at the start.
An enquiry was held to consider the placings in this race after interference approaching 1 furlong out, when REVEREND JACOBS, placed third, ridden by Kevin Stott, drifted left and interfered with EYE OF THE STORM (IRE), placed fourth, ridden by Phillip Makin. The Stewards considered that the interference had improved the placing of REVEREND JACOBS as the rider of EYE OF THE STORM (IRE) had to take a significant check, resulting in the gelding losing all momentum, to then be beaten a head for third place. The Stewards ordered the placings to be revised as follows: third EYE OF THE STORM (IRE), fourth REVEREND JACOBS. Stott was suspended for 2 days for careless riding in that he had allowed his mount to drift left handed without sufficient correction causing interference to EYE OF THE STORM (IRE).
Race 2 - 2:30pm THE EDINBURGH GIN'S SCOTTISH SPRINT CUP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Permission was given for ORNATE to go to post early.
The winner CASPIAN PRINCE (IRE), appeared to show an improvement in form compared with its previous run at Epsom on 2 June 2018, where the gelding finished thirteenth of twenty, beaten 8¼ lengths. Michael Appleby explained that the gelding had appreciated the less tacky ground on this occasion and appreciated being able to get the run of the race. His explanations were noted and CASPIAN PRINCE (IRE) was routine tested.
Following the race, Nicola Currie reported that MAJOR JUMBO, placed second, hung right in the final 2 furlongs. Shane Gray reported that ORNATE, unplaced, stumbled leaving the stalls. Jamie Gormley reported that MAYLEAF SHINE (IRE), unplaced, fly-lept leaving the stalls. The Veterinary Officer reported that ORVAR (IRE), unplaced, lost its right hind shoe.
Race 5 - 4:20pm THE EDINBURGH GIN'S DISTILLERY TOUR HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Permission was given for SEBASTIAN'S WISH (IRE) to go to post early.
Following the race, Rowan Scott reported that FOUR KINGDOMS (IRE), placed fourth, was denied a clear run 1½ furlongs out.
Race 6 - 4:55pm THE EDINBURGH GIN'S DISTILLERY AND MAKE YOUR OWN GIN HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for MIGHTASWELLSMILE, TELLOVOI (IRE), LOTARA, and MR POTTER to go to post early. It was noted that MR POTTER wore earplugs.
The Stewards noted that LOTARA, trained by Jim Goldie, had received permission to go to the start early, but the mare was reluctant and planting so was led riderless to post.
Following the race, Dougie Costello reported that TOLLOVOI (IRE), unplaced, ran in snatches.
Race 7 - 5:30pm THE EDINBURGH GIN'S RHUBARB AND GINGER LUCKY LAST HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for MYWAYISTHEONLYWAY (IRE) to go to post early.
Following the race, Jason Hart reported that DONNELLY'S RAINBOW (IRE), placed fourth, was denied a clear run 2 furlongs out.
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 9, 2018 18:55:40 GMT
All eyes will be on Justify at Belmont Park as he bids to join the elite list of US Triple Crown winners, but before that date with destiny, there is action from Lingfield and Stratford to keep you entertained.
Dandy Dan 8.35 Stratford
What better way to warm up for one of the biggest occasions in Flat racing than with a 3m3½f handicap chase? But connections of Dandy Dan will not be complaining if he scoops the prize. Only a five-year-old with just six starts and one over fences, he is bred for staying trips and gives the impression stamina is his strong suit. He made his debut in a bumper just over a year ago, so perhaps it is a little surprising he is running in a race like this, but you cannot say Kim Bailey – a trainer who has won the Grand National, Cheltenham Gold Cup and Champion Hurdle – does not know what he is doing.
Dandy Dan 8:35 Stratford Choral Music 8.50 Lingfield
Jonathan Portman sent out 15 winners in Britain in the whole of last year, so he is clearly having a good campaign as he has already reached the figure this term. What is more, Portman is doing it at his finest strike-rate, so reaching the personal-best tally of 23 he had in 2011 appears in reach. Choral Music has contributed two of those victories, although she did not fire at Bath last time and has a career-high mark to overcome. That said, she could have more to offer being lightly raced and is going the right way, according to her likeable and capable trainer.
Choral Music 8:50 Lingfield Court Royale 9.05 Stratford
Useful hurdler Court Minstrel has served trainer Evan Williams, owner Janet Davies and sire Court Cave well, but perhaps it is time for the new generation and the trio are represented this evening by Court Royale, who should be among the main players in Stratford's bumper. He was a beaten favourite at Ffos Las two weeks ago, but was not disgraced and one bit of form must put him in the mix. In November, he finished second at Ludlow to the well-regarded Vinndication, who went on to be three from three over hurdles, ending his season with victory in the Listed Sidney Banks Memorial Novices' Hurdle at Huntingdon.
Court Royale 9.00 Stratford.
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Post by dennisg on Jun 10, 2018 7:06:52 GMT
in today's sporting life.................... Anita Chambers says Maid To Remember can win on Sunday as she previews all the action from Goodwood and Nottingham. Maid To Remember can exploit what appears to be an easier Listed opportunity than usual in the British Stallion Studs EBF Nottinghamshire Oaks Stakes at Nottingham. This would certainly not be the best race run at this level on the face of it, but should give William Haggas' runner a chance to step forward on her seasonal bow. Trained by Ralph Beckett last year, Maid To Remember won a Nottingham maiden last May but then disappointed on her handicap bow at Windsor the following month. An uneven pace that day did not play to her strengths and she was subsequently moved to Haggas' care, although she did not manage to make it to the track. That connections have persisted with Maid To Remember suggests they think she could yet make her presence felt, and victory here would enhance her paddock potential. Whitehall paid for being up in the firing line when only third over 10 furlongs at Newmarket last month, so perhaps switching back to an extended mile in the Merlin Inflatables UK Handicap should be more up his street. He could not find any extra on the dash to the line, but a shorter trip should certainly help in that respect. Elysian Flyer hit the bar at Ripon on his return but can make amends in the Download The App At 188Bet Handicap Wind surgery over the winter certainly seems to have helped his cause and while a 3lb hike for that runner-up spot is harsh, Elysian Flyer was rated as high as 105 a couple of years ago. Imphal can bring up a second course and distance victory in the Maywal Handicap at Goodwood. He scored over this two-mile trip last August, progressing from two Bath successes to bring up his hat-trick in style. Imphal went on to further glory at Lingfield before signing off for the year and while he has yet to hit the same kind of form this term, he has still been running well enough in defeat. Any drying of the ground would be in his favour. Sporting Life Tips GOODWOOD: 2.00 Del Parco, 2.35 Miss M, 3.10 Wolf Hunter, 3.45 Imphal, 4.20 Oeil De Tigre, 4.55 Four White Socks, 5.30 Quick Breath. NOTTINGHAM: 1.45 Implicit, 2.20 Team Decision, 2.55 Whitehall, 3.30 MAID TO REMEMBER (NAP), 4.05 Elysian Flyer, 4.40 Spot Lite, 5.15 Belabour. DOUBLE: Maid To Remember and Imphal.
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Post by dennisg on Jun 10, 2018 7:08:46 GMT
Ben Linfoot picks out three bets from Sunday's meetings with the Sporting Life Daily Nap running at Goodwood. Sporting Life's Daily Nap, June 10 NAP: Stanley (3.45 Goodwood) Next Best: The Warrior (2.00 Goodwood) Treble: Napanook (1.45 Nottingham) 2 3 Stanley15 59-7OR: 87 9/4 Form: 321-241T: R HughesJ: S W Kelly Last run Live betting powered by 4 3 The Warrior18 69-4OR: 85 7/1 Form: 2-69032T: Mrs A J PerrettJ: R Kingscote Last run Live betting powered by 4 7 Napanook16 29-5OR: - 11/8 Form: 2T: B J MeehanJ: Oisin Murphy Last run Live betting powered by Richard Hughes is in good form at present and his STANLEY can improve his recent strike-rate further in the Maywal Handicap (3.45) at Goodwood on Sunday. Related to loads of good stayers including Duncan and Samuel, Stanley should thrive for the step up in trip to two miles for the first time and that can help him overcome a 4lb hike in the weights. The way he reeled in Salisbury specialist Mark Hopkins at that track last time was impressive, especially as they pulled eight lengths clear of the third, and that also is a major hint that he'll relish the extra couple of furlongs on Sunday. Stanley looks the biggest improver in this Goodwood contest and he looks the best bet on the card. Earlier on The Warrior can kick on from his recent Kempton second now he returns to a course and distance where he's been placed before off slightly higher marks. They were in bigger fields, though, and he might just get a clearer passage in this smaller line-up considering his hold-up style. Finally, Napanook looks likely to improve significantly for his debut second in the opener at Nottingham. Brian Meehan's charge ran a cracker behind Arthur Kitt at Haydock last time where he looked speedy enough to be able to cope with this drop in trip to five furlongs. Daily Nap record: -5.88pts
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Post by dennisg on Jun 10, 2018 7:10:54 GMT
A review of Saturday's meeting on Newmarket's July Course as Amazing Red bolted up for Ed Dunlop and a son of Kingman impressed on debut for John Gosden. Ed Dunlop has yet to win the Northumberland Plate but Amazing Red could change all that following a taking success in the John Sunley Memorial Handicap at Newmarket. After suffering trouble in running last time out, Frankie Dettori's mount put matters right when staying on impressively in the one-mile-six-furlong contest to claim a second win of the campaign, posting a three-and-a-half length success. The Newmarket handler said of the 8/1 winner: "There was an argument to say he was an unlucky loser last time, so it is great it has gone well today and that he has won a decent race. "He is Red Cadeaux's half-brother and is an improving horse. Frankie said I could have won him! I am thrilled for Ronnie (Arculli, owner) that he has got something on the up. "He is probably going to go up to 100. He is a lightly-raced horse and he does stay well. "He is in the Northumberland Plate and we will see about that." There was drama early in the race when favourite Addicted To You unseated Harry Bentley, who was later stood down after being taken to the medical room for further assessment, although he was not thought to have suffered serious injury. Calyx wins on debut at Newmarket Calyx wins on debut at Newmarket Calyx impresses on debut John Gosden looks to have unearthed another smart prospect in the shape of Calyx, who gave Kingman his first winner as a sire when landing the AFT Fluorotec EBF Novice Stakes at Newmarket. Settled just off the early pace in the six-furlong event, the 5/2 favourite picked up well when sent on by Robert Havlin to quickly open up a healthy advantage, crossing the line five lengths clear of previous winner Octave. Gosden said: "He is Kingman's first winner. His father broke his maiden here, although it was not in this race, it was in July. Ryan Moore rode him over seven and he won by five or six lengths." He added of Calyx: "He has always shown up well at home and he will have no trouble with seven furlongs when the time comes. "He showed good speed and travelled well. He was a bit green, but he picked up well and Rab Havlin got a good feel from him. "He has shown some character at home, mostly the round the gates. We will see how the horse is over the next few days before thinking about those things (Royal Ascot)." View image on Twitter View image on Twitter Juddmonte Farms @juddmontefarms First winner for KINGMAN!!! Calyx an extremely impressive debut winner @newmarketrace showing a turn of foot very reminiscent of his sire #ReadyToReign 2:10 PM - Jun 9, 2018 95 33 people are talking about this Twitter Ads info and privacy Gunmetal continued his revival to set up a possible tilt at the Wokingham at Royal Ascot when digging deep to land the Margaret Giffen Memorial Handicap. The gelding built on his victory at Thirsk to make it two from two since joining David Barron, rallying well under Ben Curtis to deny favourite Eastern Impact by half a length. Curtis said of the 9/2 winner: "He is very straightforward to ride and has improved from his last run to this run. The quicker the ground, the better for him. "He will pick up a penalty for that and if he gets in the Wokingham I am sure the owners will have a look." Maksab (10/1) ended a recent spell in the doldrums when surviving a stewards' inquiry to run out the winner of the Animal Health Trust Handicap. Having been comfortably held in his previous two starts, the Mick Channon-trained three-year-old pulled out just enough to get the better of Yafta by a head, scoring for the first time since landing a course and distance handicap last August. Winning rider David Egan said: "He was very game in putting his head down. Once I got my head in front I always knew I was doing enough in the last 50 yards. "I wanted to make the most of my light weight so I kicked early and he did it well." Best of the rest Aim Of Artemis paid back a small slice of the one million guineas paid by Godolphin after completing a double for Havlin and the middle leg of a treble for Gosden in the Porsche Centre Cambridge "Confined" Fillies' Novice Stakes. Sold as part of the Ballymacoll Stud dispersal, the 11/10 chance put her previous experience to good use in the seven-furlong affair to defeat debutant Choco Box by a length. Gosden said: "She had a tough winter and was a little bit roughed off from the sale and she took a long time to come back. "Seven furlongs is a little bit inadequate, but she surprised Rab how much natural speed she had. We will step her up to a mile now and in the end she will get a mile and a quarter." Aim Of Artemis wins at Newmarket Aim Of Artemis wins at Newmarket Rococo (11/4) appeared to benefit from the step up to a mile and a half when running riot over her rivals to complete Gosden's haul and bring about a brace for Frankie Dettori with a stylish success in the John Holmes Handicap. Dettori, who won the Sunley Handicap aboard Amazing Red for Ed Dunlop, said: "Going up in trip has definitely made a difference and she has won well today. She is improving, but she is not there yet." After tasting defeat with his first five runners on the card, trainer Mark Johnston finally got on the scoresheet when Aclimatise (7/2) took a step up to a mile and a quarter in his stride in the AHT Charity Lottery Handicap. Assistant trainer Charlie Johnston said: "He has got good form at a mile, but on his run at Leicester he looked like he was crying out for this trip, as he was lost at half way then stayed on very strongly. "He has got a couple of entries on Wednesday and Thursday so he could be out again next week."
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Post by dennisg on Jun 10, 2018 7:12:55 GMT
God Given outstayed her rivals to win the Group Three Betway Pinnacle Stakes at Haydock. Luca Cumani's runner was sent off the 9/4 favourite after contesting a hot Ascot heat on her return, finishing fourth, just two and a quarter lengths behind subsequent Coronation Cup second Salouen. Jamie Spencer was happy to adopt a watching brief through the early stages of the 12-furlong heat and when he asked the question in the home straight, it looked as though God Given would go on to win in style. However, Crimson Rosette emerged from the pack and appeared to poke her nose in front inside the distance, only for God Given to edge back in front, eventually winning by half a length, with What A Home in third. God Given is a half-sister to Postponed, who won the King George for Cumani in 2015, and the trainer is hoping this filly can follow a similar upward trajectory. He told ITV Racing: "This race was a prep race for the Lancashire Oaks, so she will go for that race now in three weeks. "It would be nice to think she could be like her brother and go all the way to Group Ones, she's tough and she doesn't give up. "The race wasn't really run to suit her and in a stronger-run race she would be better than this. "Let's try to win a Group Two race next time with her, though, if we can." Muthmir just sees off Alpha Delphini Muthmir just sees off Alpha Delphini Muthmir edges Achilles Muthmir made the most of a drop to Listed level as he secured his first win in over a year in the Betway Achilles Stakes. William Haggas' charge largely plied his trade in Group company last term with little success, but he had run well enough when fifth in the Temple Stakes at this track last time out. The 11/4 favourite travelled supremely well for Jim Crowley, as Alpha Delphini was among those to set the pace, but it looked a case of 'how far' when Muthmir was brought through to challenge. But Alpha Delphini did not give up without a battle and pushed Muthmir all the way, going down by just a short head. D'Bai (right, white cap) wins at Haydock D'Bai (right, white cap) wins at Haydock D'Bai bounces into Jubilee frame D'Bai could drop back in trip for a crack at the Diamond Jubilee Stakes after he came out on top in a three-way finish to the Betway John of Gaunt Stakes at Haydock. Trained by Charlie Appleby for Godolphin, D'Bai was the second string for Sheikh Mohammed's Derby-winning operation with Charlie Hills' Dutch Connection sent off the 6/4 favourite. However, he emerged much the superior of the runners in royal blue, showing a fine change of gear to triumph in the hands of William Buick. The 3/1 shot was locked in battle with Larchmont Lad and Tabarrak, but eventually accounted for them by a head and a neck respectively in the seven-furlong Group Three contest. Appleby said: "I am pleased with that and he has obviously backed up his good run at Windsor last time out, when he finished second behind The Tin Man. "We have got him in the Diamond Jubilee - the logical thing you would say is to probably look towards the Lennox (at Goodwood over seven furlongs), but a race like the Diamond Jubilee might just be run to suit him. "As we have seen many times before, he travels so well in his races and they will go a good strong pace in the Jubilee. I am not saying we are going to go there, but we will take a look at it. "It doesn't worry me coming back in trip. He has only raced over six furlongs twice, but he has finished fourth behind Jungle Cat who was a subsequent Group One winner, and he was just touched off by another Group One winner in The Tin Man on his second start over the trip. "We really have learnt a lot about him over the spring."
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 10, 2018 8:28:58 GMT
Newmarket: David Milnes
Moveonup (1.45 Nottingham, nap)
Gay Kelleway's youngster ran a solid debut when third at Goodwood last month when staying on well at the finish. The youngster blew out well on the watered gallop on Friday.
Moveonup 1:45 Nottingham Others to follow Goodwood: 4.55 Four White Socks. Nottingham: 2.20 Team Decision, 2.55 My Boy Sepoy, 3.30 Colonial Classic, 4.05 Evergate, 5.15 Navajo Star
North: Richard Young
Tarboosh (4.05 Nottingham, nap)
Very useful sprinter who is better than he has been able to show at Epsom in competitive events on last two starts. Should be better suited by this track in this company and fancied to get back to winning ways.
Tarboosh 4:05 Nottingham Others to follow Goodwood: 4.20 Lucky Beggar, 5.30 Austin Powers. Nottingham: 1.45 Shine So Bright, 2.55 Farhh Away, 3.30 Company Asset, 4.40 Honey Gg, 5.15 Cray.
Lambourn: James Burn
Stanley (3.45 Goodwood, nap)
Richard Hughes was the riding king of Goodwood and can enjoy a winner there with Stanley, who should appreciate stepping up in trip.
Stanley 3:45 Goodwood Others to follow Goodwood: 2.00 King Of Nepal, 2.35 Becca Campbell, 3.10 Ever Rock, 4.55 Tamreer. Nottingham: 1.45 Napanook, 3.30 Glade, 5.15 Conkering Hero.
West Country: Tim Mitchell
Imphal (3.45 Goodwood, nap)
Course and distance winner who has crept up the weights after two respectable placed efforts this season. Remains progressive and another bold showing can be expected.
Imphal 3:45 Goodwood Others to follow Goodwood: 2.00 Sir Titan, 2.35 Volpone Jelois, 3.45 Imphal, 4.20 Silverrica. Nottingham: 4.40 Spot Lite.
Racing Post Ratings: Sam Walker
Sir Titan (2.00 Goodwood)
Ended run of poor efforts with a win over course and distance last time. Remains well treated on pick of last year's form and has a decent chance to follow up.
Sir Titan 2:00 Goodwood Topspeed: Dave Edwards
Sir Titan (2.00 Goodwood)
Achieved a personal best when never headed over course and distance recently and a follow up looks a distinct possibility.
Sir Titan 2:00 Goodwood Longshot: David Revers
Medieval (2.00 Goodwood)
Paul Cole's Kodiac gelding got bogged down on soft ground last time out, and back on a sound surface here he can put in a better effort.
Medieval 2:00 Goodwood **There are no tips from Ireland
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Since the start of last season Henry Candy has had six wins and four places from 15 runners in handicaps at Goodwood (+£17.75 to £1 level stakes). Fran Berry is 1/1 in such races for him at the course and he rides King Of Nepal in the 7f event at 2.00.
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 10, 2018 8:29:27 GMT
This could be a breakthrough year for James Tate and he sends one horse to Nottingham today (Implicit, 1.45). The trainer has a 23 per cent strike-rate at the course and, with the fitting of a first-time hood to aid this two-year-old, he can make the trip worthwhile.
Charlie Hills and Jim Crowley have a 29 per cent strike-rate when combining at Goodwood and they do so with Tamreer (4.55). Conditions look ideal for this daughter of New Approach and she can build on her comfortable debut victory at Salisbury.
Karl Burke and Ben Curtis have an eyecatching 43 per cent strike-rate when teaming up at Nottingham and they combine with Blue Harmony (2.55), whose only win came under today’s jockey.
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 10, 2018 8:30:12 GMT
Leading South African jockey Gunter Wrogemann is in the intensive care unit of Johannesburg’s Milpark Hospital after being kicked in the face in a fall at Turffontein on Sunday.
He underwent a four-hour operation on Wednesday after his jaw was broken in two places and his arm was crushed.
His wife Samantha said: “The operation took much longer than anticipated. I have so far only seen the anesthesiologist who says the operation went well. I am happy that the surgery is over and the road to recovery can commence.
“Gunter will remain under heavy sedation, which is a good thing to allow him to heal and remain calm for the next few days.”
Wrogemann was on the rails five lengths off the leader in a maiden when his mount Ancient Code fractured a front fetlock and came down.
“When Gunter was lying on the ground the horse was struggling to get up and she got him full force in the face,” said trainer and family friend Louis Goosen.
However, his wife said: “The blood flow has improved so he will not need it operated on. They have also taken the arm out of suspension and ice packs.”
Wrogemann had been on the crest of a wave. He rode his 100th winner of the season last week and, after winning the Group 1 Daily News on Surcharge at Greyville on Saturday, he said: “I have been blessed. It has been a phenomenal season – which goes down to all the support I get from trainers and owners – and long may it continue.”
It has been a bad 12 months for South African jockeys. Last August Alec Forbes died of pneumonia and organ failure just hours after riding a winner at Scottsville, and in April current champion Anthony Delpech damaged his spinal cord in a fall in the SA Classic at Turffontein.
Four-time champion Anton Marcus is currently out with a broken wrist, Piere Strydom (six times champion) is sidelined with a neck problem and former champion Gavin Lerena with a broken shoulder-blade.
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 10, 2018 8:30:45 GMT
Sunday: going, weather & non-runners Goodwood GOING: GOOD TO FIRM (Good in places; GoingStick 7.9) (Watering) WEATHER: Scattered showers STALLS: Straight - Stands' side; 1m3f - Outside; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 4:20 Lucky Beggar (2) Nottingham GOING: GOOD (Good to firm in places; GoingStick 7.8) (Watered bends) WEATHER: Partly cloudy STALLS: (Outer track) 5f - Far side; 1m - Centre; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 2:20 Make Haste Slowly (3)Chute Causeway (1) 2:55 Naval Officer (10) 3:30 Copper Baked (4)Cribbs Causeway (5) 4:05 Show Palace (5) 5:15 Ocean Gale (12)Scrafton (6)Foresee (11)
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 10, 2018 16:36:35 GMT
Goodwood, 10 Jun 18 Race 1 - 2:00pm THE CSS SEISMIC SWEEPSTAKE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) THE WARRIOR (IRE), drawn 3, anticipated the start and accelerated the gate at the same moment as the race had been started. Being satisfied that it was not caused through a faulty action of the starting stalls, no further action was taken.
Race 3 - 3:10pm THE SUTTON WINSON BACKING THE NSPCC SELLING STAKES (CLASS 3) Permission was given for ANTHEM OF PEACE (AUS) to go early to post.
Following the race, Hollie Doyle reported that CLOUD SEEDING (IRE), placed fifth, hung right-handed.
Race 4 - 3:45pm THE MAYWAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Approaching 2 furlongs out, IMPHAL, placed third, shifted marginally right-handed taking INN THE BULL (GER), unplaced, off its intended line which, in turn, took CHIVERS (IRE), unplaced, and in turn, GUARD OF HONOUR (IRE), placed fourth, off their intended lines. After viewing a recording of the incident it was found that no riding offence was involved and it had not improved the placing of IMPHAL.
Following the race, Fran Berry reported that FAITHFUL MOUNT, placed fifth, hung right-handed in the final two furlongs, John Egan reported that RIVER DART (IRE), unplaced, hung right-handed, and Hollie Doyle reported that CHIVERS (IRE), unplaced, stopped quickly; the gelding was routine tested.
Race 5 - 4:20pm THE HOSPITAL INNOVATIONS LTD SUPPORT NSPCC HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Following the race, Nicola Currie reported that EDGED OUT, placed third, hung right-handed.
Race 6 - 4:55pm THE NSPCC SPEAK OUT STAY SAFE "CONFINED" FILLIES' NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (Not run in more than three Flat races) Permission was given for COSMIC DANCER to go early and be mounted in the chute.
Following the race, Jim Crowley reported that TAMREER, unplaced, slipped leaving the stalls, and the Veterinary Officer reported that the filly had suffered an injury to its right-fore fetlock. Hector Crouch reported that HULCOTE, placed third, hung left-handed. View Stewards report Nottingham, 10 Jun 18 Race 1 - 1:45pm THE 188BET CASH BACK IF BRAZIL WIN EBF MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) Following the race, Jack Duern reported that FANCY FLYER, placed fourth, hung left and Silvestre De Sousa reported that MOVEONUP (IRE), unplaced, hung right.
Race 3 - 2:55pm THE MERLIN INFLATABLES UK HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Prior to this race, a query was raised with Michael Easterby, the trainer of MISS WOLVERINE, into the reasons why he was running the filly here at Nottingham on going officially described as Good, Good to Firm in Places, having been declared a non-runner at Beverley on 9 June 2018 on going with the same official description. The trainer’s representative stated that having walked both courses, they felt that the ground was rough and uneven at Beverley and the ground at Nottingham would better suit MISS WOLVERINE.
Following the race, Silvestre De Sousa reported that STARBOY (IRE), placed fourth, hung right.
Race 5 - 4:05pm THE DOWNLOAD THE APP AT 188BET HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Permission was given for MOONRAKER and ELYSIAN FLYER (IRE) to go early to post.
The performance of MOONRAKER which started favourite and finished unplaced, was considered. The explanation from Charles Bishop that the gelding slipped leaving the stalls and was therefore slowly away was noted. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 6 - 4:40pm THE T.I.M. FIAT NOTTINGHAM HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for FUNKADELIC to wear a hood in the parade ring and to go early to post and for EQUILIBRIUM to go early to post.
Prior to this race, a query was raised with Scott Dixon, the trainer of OPTIMICKSTICKHILL, into the reasons why he was running the filly here at Nottingham on going officially described as Good, Good to Firm in Places, having been declared a non-runner at Catterick on 1 June 2018 on going with the same official description. The trainer stated he felt the ground was quicker than described at Catterick, and having worked the filly at home on quick ground, he feels that she would be able to cope with the Good, Good to Firm in places at Nottingham.
Prior to this race, a query was raised with Ben Haslam, the trainer of FUNKADELIC, into the reasons why he was running the gelding here at Nottingham on going officially described as Good, Good to Firm in Places, having been declared a non-runner at Catterick on 1 June 2018 on going with the same official description. The trainer’s representative stated that following a rain shower at Catterick, in his opinion the going was slower than described and FUNKADELIC is better suited to today’s quicker going at Nottingham.
Race 7 - 5:15pm THE 188BET CASINO HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Following the race, Daniel Muscutt reported that NAVAJO STAR (IRE), placed fifth, had no more to give, possibly feeling the effects of its race at Wetherby 4 days previously and Kevin Stott reported that CRAY (IRE), placed sixth, hung right causing it to run wide around the first bend.
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 10, 2018 19:19:02 GMT
Newmarket: David Milnes
Garrick (8.20 Windsor, nap)
Ran a decent comeback when third to Guns Of Leros at Newmarket last month and should be suited by the track. John Gosden's hope has since worked nicely on the Al Bahathri.
Garrick 8:20 Windsor Others to follow Brighton: 2.00 Late Change, 3.30 Maori Bob, 4.00 Tawafooq, 5.00 Malaysian Boleh. Pontefract: 6.40 Alban's Dream, 7.10 Wind Place and Sho, 8.10 Manjaam. Windsor: 5.50 Global Academy, 6.20 Leading Spirit, 6.50 Flying Sparkle, 7.50 Sageness, 8.50 Revived
North: Richard Young
Becky The Thatcher (7.10 Pontefract, nap)
Triple hurdle winner who opened Flat account when beating a subsequent winner in impressive fashion at Carlisle last time. Up in weights and in grade but fancied to go in again.
Becky The Thatcher 7:10 Pontefract Others to follow Brighton: 2.30 Aisling, 3.00 Medici Oro. Pontefract: 6.40 Dancing On A Dream, 7.40 Crotchet, 8.10 My Reward, 8.40 Avenue Of Stars, 9.10 Dapper Man. Windsor: 5.50 Lord Riddiford, 6.20 Allux Girl, 7.20 Fire Fighting. Worcester: 3.45 Molly Whuppie, 5.15 Exit To Freedom.
Lambourn: James Burn
More Than Likely (2.30 Brighton, nap)
Richard Hughes has his string in decent order and this filly made an encouraging debut behind a potentially smart sort at Windsor last month. Normal improvement from that should make her hard to beat.
More Than Likely 2:30 Brighton Others to follow Brighton: 2.00 Livvys Dream, 4.30 New Rich. Pontefract: 6.40 Pink Iceburg. Windsor: 5.50 Awesome, 6.20 Private Rocket, 6.50 Fashion Sense, 7.20 Shanghai Silver, 8.20 Come On Come On. Worcester: 2.15 Le Curieux, 2.45 Our Reward, 4.15 Bright Tomorrow.
West Country: Tim Mitchell
Kalifourchon (2.45 Worcester, nap)
Off since falling at Stratford in November but was in the process of running a decent race on only his second start over fences. Remains with potential in this sphere and with conditions to his liking he is fancied to make his presence felt.
Kalifourchon 2:45 Worcester Others to follow Worcester: 3.15 Deauville Crystal, 5.15 Ardmillan.
Racing Post Ratings: Simon Turner
Multitask (5.00 Brighton)
Caught the eye when getting little room last time at Kempton. Previous course winner and has been found a very weak race.
Multitask 5:00 Brighton Topspeed: Dave Edwards
Here And Now (7.20 Windsor)
Scored at Lingfield and Chester last season and Ralph Beckett's four-year-old can make a winning return.
Here And Now 7:20 Windsor Longshot: Simon Giles
Avenue Of Stars (8.40 Pontefract)
On a lengthy losing run but this course and distance winner is dangerously handicapped if ready to roll on seasonal reappearance. He's won after a layoff before and yard amongst the winners recently so there is cause for hope on that front.
Avenue Of Stars 8:40 Pontefract Ireland: Tony O'Hehir
Lethal Power (8.00 Roscommon)
Following solid efforts on his two starts this season, at Killarney and the Curragh, the Johnny Murtagh-trained son of Acclamation can get off the mark in the 1m2f maiden. Drawn in stall one, he can score under Shane Foley.
Lethal Power 8:00 Roscommon The Raceform Interactive nugget
Wind Place And Sho hasn't won for nearly two years but he's two for two at Pontefract, including a win over 2m1f when officially rated 85 in 2016. The six-year-old is now rated just 77 and a return to this track can spark a revival. He runs in the stayers' handicap at 7.10.
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 10, 2018 19:19:38 GMT
Gay Kelleway fits Angel Of The North (2.00, Brighton) with a visor for the first time, which bodes well with a 50 per cent strike-rate for this season and last. Improvement is needed, but that could be forthcoming on her handicap debut.
The in-form Charlie Appleby applies first-time cheekpieces to Leading Spirit (6.20, Windsor) and is 33 per cent when using the equipment. The colt ran well last time behind a useful sort and the equipment, plus an extra furlong, could help him break his duck.
When Richard Whitaker and Lewis Edmunds pair up at Pontefract they have a 60 per cent strike-rate. They join forces with Round The Island (8.40), whose recent form is average at best. However, he won this race last year and could be primed for a repeat.
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 10, 2018 19:23:06 GMT
Raul Da Silva has been banned for 21 days for violent conduct after striking fellow jockey Jim Crowley in the face in the Goodwood changing room.
Crowley suffered a cut and swollen lip that needed stitches after the incident, which followed the first race of Sunday’s meeting.
Da Silva struck Crowley after the 2016 champion jockey made a comment about his colleague’s riding in a 7f handicap.
Crowley did not miss any rides, competed in the last two races, and intends to take up his mounts on Monday. He declined to comment on the incident.
Da Silva offered a different interpretation of events, and claimed: "Jim came up to me and was aggressive, telling me I was a danger out on the track, and I told him to leave me alone.
"It carried on and two or three jockeys held me back when I was trying to defend myself."
Crowley's mount, the Patrick Chamings-trained Charles Molson, and Medieval, ridden by Da Silva and trained by Paul Cole, were unplaced in the race in question, in which there was no visible incident between the pair.
Fellow jockeys Martin Dwyer, John Egan, Jack Mitchell, Richard Kingscote, two valets, the clerk of the scales, the changing room doorman and the racecourse medical officer were interviewed as part of the inquiry, which was not concluded until after the last race on what was Goodwood's family raceday.
Stipendiary steward Sam Angell said: “There was an altercation in the changing room and everyone who was there, from the other jockeys and valets to the doorman outside the changing room, was interviewed. We also heard from one of the racecourse doctors.
“Because of the significant number of individuals involved [in the inquiry], the evidence we had to gather and the seriousness of what we were dealing with, the inquiry went on throughout the meeting, stopping for each race.
"There was a lot of evidence around the altercation and the chain of events that led to it.
"After hearing the evidence, Da Silva was suspended for 21 days for violent conduct, in that he had struck Crowley in the face causing an injury which required medical treatment."
Angell added: “We reserve the right to revisit the matter if further evidence presents itself.”
There is no CCTV in the changing room, but CCTV outside in the main weighing room area will be studied.
Crowley, 39, has one of the most prestigious jockey jobs in racing as retained rider to Hamdan Al Maktoum, a position he has held since the autumn of 2016, when he was champion.
He has partnered 31 winners from 183 rides this year in Britain, his latest victory coming in the Listed Achilles Stakes on Muthmir, for his boss, at Haydock on Saturday.
Among the rides he has to look forward to at Royal Ascot is Sheikh Hamdan's King’s Stand favourite Battaash.
Da Silva, 31, has five winners from 62 mounts in Britain this year and rides mainly for Cole and Jose Santos. His ban begins on June 24 and runs until July 14.
Crowley is in action at Brighton on Monday afternoon, while Da Silva is riding at Windsor in the evening.
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Post by dennisg on Jun 11, 2018 6:36:19 GMT
in today's sporting life.................... Chris Wilson previews all of Monday's meetings in the UK and Ireland with trainer Michael Bell fancied to be among the winners at Brighton. Maori Bob is a most likeable horse and has a lovely chance in the Park Lane Group Handicap at Brighton. Michael Bell has done a fine job with this four-year-old gelding, who last season knocked off three victories on the spin in the fashion of a progressive animal. The handicapper reacted accordingly - he is now 19lb higher than when he won at Beverley last August - but there is enough evidence to suggest he is not done with just yet. Maori Bob clearly looked in need of the run at Newmarket on May 6 on what was his first outing for 236 days. Be that as it may, that was a very strong mile-and-a-quarter handicap and it could be that he is not up to competing at that level - at least for now. Maori Bob looked an entirely different proposition at Lingfield a few weeks later, though, as he galloped on intently to take third place behind Hollywood Road. That performance perhaps deserves to be upgraded a little, too, as he was very keen early on in what was an unsatisfactorily-run race. And with Cameron Noble taking off an exceedingly helpful 5lb, allied to favourable conditions, Maori Bob must have every chance. Roundhay Park should be ready to go in the Mr Wolf Sprint Handicap at Pontefract. The three-year-old chestnut must carry top weight in this six-furlong dash, but he has some really good form in the book and can be trusted to go well for 3lb claimer Lewis Edmunds. Roundhay Park has won three times from eight starts, most recently at Ripon in April when he absolutely bolted up by nearly four lengths. Nigel Tinkler's inmate then lost very little in defeat in a typically competitive sprint handicap at York, in which he was doing his best work at the finish. His trainer no doubt had that performance towards the forefront of his mind as Roundhay Park gets the chance to prove he is just as good over six furlongs. Renowned jumps trainer Alan King has been ticking along very nicely with his small Flat string, with Cosmeapolitan taken to add further gloss to the statistics at Windsor. The five-year-old gelding was an eyecatcher at Chester last time out when he stayed on for fourth spot in a race in which it paid to be up with the speed. Cosmeapolitan should be in his element in the Toby Eady Commemoration Handicap, in which the slightly longer trip should very much play to his strengths. At Worcester Kim Bailey's Robin The Raven looks sure to go well in the Severn Valley Railway Charitable Trust Novices' Chase. A winner at Ludlow in November, he was absent until last month when a beaten odds-on favourite but he was probably a little rusty. That was his chasing debut and he jumped like an old hand. Sporting Life Tips BRIGHTON: 2.00 Nyala, 2.30 More Than Likely, 3.00 Sunday Best, 3.30 MAORI BOB (NAP), 4.00 Roundabout Magic, 4.30 Give Em A Clump, 5.00 Malaysian Boleh. PONTEFRACT: 6.40 Dancing On A Dream, 7.10 Waiting For Richie, 7.40 Roundhay Park, 8.10 Contango, 8.40 Major Crispies, 9.10 Dapper Man. ROSCOMMON: 5.30 Kestrel Prince 6.00 Descendant, 6.30 Wisdom Mind, 7.00 Dance Alone, 7.30 Seanie, 8.00 Dream Focus, 8.30 Magic Sea, 9.00 Newcross. WORCESTER: 2.15 Le Curieux, 2.45 Powerful Symbol, 3.15 Robin The Raven, 3.45 Eyehaveagoodidea, 4.15 No No Mac, 4.45 Dory, 5.15 The Mad Well. WINDSOR: 5.50 Nine Below Zero, 6.20 Oloroso, 6.50 Rose Hip, 7.20 Cosmeapolitan, 7.50 Hot Off The Press, 8.20 Garrick, 8.50 How Far. DOUBLE: Maori Bob and Roundhay Park.
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Post by dennisg on Jun 11, 2018 6:38:27 GMT
Ben Linfoot picks out three bets from Monday's meetings with the Sporting Life Daily Nap running at Brighton. Sporting Life's Daily Nap, June 11 NAP: Oasis Fantasy (3.30 Brighton) Next Best: Sunday Best (3.00 Brighton) Treble: Robin The Raven (3.15 Worcester) 3 4 Oasis Fantasy18 79-6OR: 83D 11/2 Form: 6396-05T: D M SimcockJ: Jim Crowley Last run Live betting powered by 4 1 Sunday Best42 39-5OR: 53 8/1 Form: 007-94T: J G PortmanJ: Rob Hornby Last run Live betting powered by 4 Robin The Ravenp,t17 610-12OR: 134BFD 11/8 Form: 113F1-3T: K C BaileyJ: David Bass Last run Live betting powered by OASIS FANTASY could take advantage of a drop in grade in the Park Lane Group Handicap (3.30) at Brighton on Monday. The seven-year-old has dropped a stone in the weights in his last seven runs and he now looks very well-treated off 83, especially as he drops from Class 2 company down to a Class 4. This is much easier than his most recent assignments and the step back up to 1m4f will help him, too, as well as the assistance of Jim Crowley in the saddle. He’ll have to improve from some disappointing efforts this campaign, but these various factors can help him do so and he should be a half-decent price considering his recent exploits. Earlier on at Brighton Sunday Best looks a likely player in the Galliford Try Security Southern Water Project Handicap (3.00). Jonathan Portman’s Nathaniel filly ran okay in heavy ground at Salisbury last time and that was just her second start in handicaps, so there’s likely improvement to come. Finally, Kim Bailey’s Robin The Raven can land the Severn Valley Railway Charitable Trust Novices’ Chase at Worcester (3.15). He looked a little bit tricky on his chasing bow last time, but he jumped well and he’s weighted to reverse the form with Deauville Crystal. Daily Nap record: -6.88pts
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Post by dennisg on Jun 11, 2018 6:41:15 GMT
Justify etched his name into American racing history with a brilliant victory in the Belmont Stakes in New York seeing him become just the 13th horse to claim the Triple Crown. Hot on the heels of his wins in the Kentucky Derby and the Preakness Stakes, the unbeaten Bob Baffert-trained three-year-old passed the so-called 'Test of the Champion' in the mile-and-a-half Belmont with flying colours. In doing so, he emulated Baffert's American Pharoah, who in 2015 was the first to land all three races since Affirmed in 1978. Ridden by Mike Smith, 52, Justify is only the second undefeated runner to win the Triple Crown, after the great Seattle Slew in 1977, with Baffert the second trainer to achieve the feat twice. Unraced as a two-year-old, Justify was sent straight to the front by Smith and was always dictating matters. Turning for home full of running, he looked to have all his rivals toiling, although the ex-Jeremy Noseda-trained Gronkowski - a winner at Newcastle in March - ran an amazing race to be second, having trailed the field by some distance from the stalls. At The Races ✔ @attheraces Justify wins the Triple Crown! @belmontstakes 11:54 PM - Jun 9, 2018 2,316 1,399 people are talking about this Twitter Ads info and privacy Baffert told NBC Sports: "It's just amazing. I'm so proud to be an American and feel this way, it's very emotional for me. "It never gets old. American Pharoah, he'll always be my first love and for this horse to do it, and for Mike Smith - Mike deserves something like this. There's no more deserving than him. I told him 'welcome to the club'." He added: "He was showing me the same signs (as American Pharoah), the brilliance, a superior horse. I wanted to see that horse's name up there, because we knew he was brilliant from day one. "I can't believe I'm here in New York winning it again." Hall of Fame jockey Smith - the oldest rider to win the Triple Crown - said: "This horse is so gifted. He's sent from heaven, it's just amazing. He's just brilliant. "I can't describe the emotions right now. Triple Crown winners 2018 Justify 2015 American Pharoah 1978 Affirmed 1977 Seattle Slew 1973 Secretariat 1948 Citation 1946 Assault 1943 Count Fleet 1941 Whirlaway 1937 War Admiral 1935 Omaha 1930 Gallant Fox 1919 Sir Barton
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Post by dennisg on Jun 11, 2018 6:42:59 GMT
Taking centre stage at Royal Ascot is nothing new for Frankie Dettori and he has high hopes of continuing that trend by lighting up this year's meeting aboard Cracksman in the Prince of Wales's Stakes. The 47-year-old has lit up the Berkshire track many times over the years, and is counting on the John Gosden-trained four-year-old to steal the show and allow him to once again treat racegoers to one of his trademark flying dismounts. With his effectiveness over the 10-furlong trip at Ascot proven following his devastating performance in the Champion Stakes, Dettori expects more of the same as the pair attempt to claim a sixth straight victory and fourth at the highest level. He said: "He won the Champion Stakes at Ascot last year meeting the rising ground, and it is very exciting going back to there. If he goes there in his normal form, he is entitled to be favourite. "He won the Champion Stakes over a mile and a quarter and he has won a Ganay on good ground, so I think the trip is fine. It is a stiff mile and a quarter at Ascot and that is pretty much what he wants. "These races are never easy to win, but I'm going in there excited, so let's bring it on. I can't wait. "It's a very exciting time." Prince Of Wales's Stakes, Sky Bet odds: Cracksman Evens Poet's Word 4/1 Rhododendron 6/1 Benbatl 7/1 8/1 BAR. Non Runner No Bet. Prices correct at 1610 BST 10/06/2018 While the son of Frankel will enter the race with a perfect record to his name this season, his latest success in the Coronation Cup at Epsom produced its fair share of scares, not only for his supporters, but for Dettori as well. "He left people scratching their heads after Epsom, but he had numerous excuses," said the Italian. "Basically he doesn't like to run downhill. He struggled in the Derby and he struggled the other day. "His courage and class pulled him through, as any other horse would have downed tools and given up. "I had my heart in my mouth at Epsom. When Silvestre (de Sousa, on Salouen) kicked around the final turn and took six lengths on me, I couldn't bridge the gap and he was all at sea. "Even I felt I wasn't going to peg him back. Out of desperation I took him to the stands side and the faster ground, just to get a rail. It was only the last 100 yards when he met the rising ground he picked two lengths up. "It was nerve wracking for me as he was long odds on and all the owners were there and we wanted the horse to do well, so we got away with it." Despite being one of the more senior members of the weighing room, Dettori admits he still gets the same buzz every time at the Royal meeting, which he missed through injury last year, comes around, just as he did when he first started out in the saddle. He told Press Association Sport: "Ascot is our Olympics. There are 30 races there and it covers everything from the two-year-old division and everything distance-wise between five furlongs and two-miles-six. It is where the creme de la creme go. "You go to the Derby and that meeting is three races - the Derby, Oaks and Coronation Cup. You go to the Guineas and it is just the two Guineas, whereas Ascot is five days of unbelievable racing. "You start with the Queen Anne, King's Stand and St James's Palace Stakes, which is amazing. It has attracted interest from America and Australia, as well as other European countries. "It is becoming pretty global and harder to win, but it's great. "You are getting between 50,000 and 70,000 spectators each day, which is great, but for us riders it's the racing that makes it exciting. What adds to it is the atmosphere and the tradition with the dress code. "I still get excited every season and when it comes around my hair stands up like Don King! In fairness, I know it's quite difficult to say, but the whole season really is geared around Ascot. "Owners, breeders, trainers all want to be there. You start the season thinking of Classics, but really the main ambition is to get to Royal Ascot. "If you hit the board with a two-year-old at Ascot you've got a future with the back-end races and a potential Guineas or Derby horse. "Those two-year-old races are harder to win than any race. It's the beginning of something, then if you've got a really seasoned horse like Cracksman you really look forward to it, as they come into a race with a massive reputation. "It really is everything to us."
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 11, 2018 6:50:11 GMT
Monday: going, weather & non-runners Brighton GOING: GOOD TO FIRM (Watered) WEATHER: Partly cloudy STALLS: 1m2f & 1m4f - Outer; Remainder - Centre NON RUNNERS: 3:00 Dragon Tattoo (7) 5:00 Kodiac Pearl (6) Pontefract GOING: GOOD TO FIRM (Good in places last 6f; GoingStick 8.2) (Watered) (Rail movements: +8y to all races) WEATHER: Showers STALLS: Inside NON RUNNERS: 8:10 Manjaam (3) Roscommon GOING: GOOD (Good to firm in places) (Selective watering) WEATHER: Mostly cloudy Windsor GOING: GOOD TO FIRM (Good in places; GoingStick 7.5) (Watered) (Rail movements: All races run on the Round course +12y) WEATHER: Partly cloudy STALLS: 1m2f & 1m3f - Centre; Remainder - Inside Worcester GOING: GOOD (Good to firm in places; GoingStick 6.7) (Watered) (Rail movements: R1 & 4 +81y, R2, 3, 5, 6 & 7 +123y) WEATHER: Showers
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 11, 2018 6:51:21 GMT
WORCESTER
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
2.15 Le Curieux
2.45 Powerful Symbol
3.15 Robin The Raven
3.45 Eyehaveagoodidea
4.15 Bright Tomorrow
4.45 Dory
5.15 Flying Verse
GIMCRACK
2.15 Le Curieux
2.45 Powerful Symbol
3.15 Robin The Raven
3.45 Eyehaveagoodidea
4.15 No No Mac
4.45 Dory
5.15 The Mad Well
BRIGHTON
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
2.00 Livvys Dream (nb)
2.30 More Than Likely
3.00 Medici Oro
3.30 Maori Bob
4.00 Big Lachie
4.30 Impart
5.00 Multitask
GIMCRACK
2.00 Nyala
2.30 More Than Likely
3.00 Sunday Best
3.30 Maori Bob (nap)
4.00 Roundabout Magic
4.30 Give Em A Clump
5.00 Malaysian Boleh
WINDSOR
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
5.50 Nine Below Zero (nap)
6.20 Leading Spirit
6.50 Flying Sparkle
7.20 Cosmeapolitan
7.50 Happy Ending
8.20 Come On Come On
8.50 Revived
GIMCRACK
5.50 Nine Below Zero
6.20 Oloroso
6.50 Rose Hip
7.20 Cosmeapolitan
7.50 Hot Off The Press
8.20 Garrick
8.50 How Far
PONTEFRACT
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
6.40 Alban’s Dream
7.10 Becky The Thatcher
7.40 Roundhay Park
8.10 Manjaam
8.40 Major Crispies
9.10 Dapper Man
GIMCRACK
6.40 Dancing On A Dream
7.10 Waiting For Richie
7.40 Roundhay Park (nb)
8.10 Contango
8.40 Major Crispies
9.10 Dapper Man
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 11, 2018 6:51:47 GMT
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 11, 2018 17:48:27 GMT
Brighton, 11 Jun 18 Race 1 - 2:00pm THE PHOENIX ARTS CLUB FILLIES' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Following the race, the representative of David Simcock reported that LATE CHANGE, placed sixth, was unsuited by the Firm, Good to Firm ground, and that the filly would prefer an easier surface. The representative of Charles Hills reported that LIVVYS DREAM (IRE), which started favourite and finished fifth, was unsuited by the Firm, Good to Firm ground, and that the filly would prefer an easier surface.
Race 2 - 2:30pm THE ROGER IS NOT QUITE 60 YET NOVICE AUCTION STAKES (CLASS 5) An enquiry was held to consider interference inside the final furlong when SYBIL GRAND, unplaced, ridden by Dougie Costello, interfered with INDUCT, placed second, ridden by Aaron Jones. Costello was cautioned for careless riding as he had allowed his horse to drift left-handed without timely correction, taking INDUCT off its intended line.
Following the race, Dougie Costello reported that SYBIL GRAND, unplaced, ran too free.
Race 3 - 3:00pm THE GALLIFORD TRY SECURITY SOUTHERN WATER PROJECT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) ROSE OF SHIRAZ lost its right-fore shoe on the way to the start. As J S Moore had not indicated at declaration that the filly should be withdrawn in the event she lost a shoe prior to the race, ROSE OF SHIRAZ was able to run.
Following the race, Hollie Doyle reported that ROSE OF SHIRAZ, placed sixth, hung badly right-handed.
Race 4 - 3:30pm THE PARK LANE GROUP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) The Starter reported that ARCHIMENTO was the subject of a third criteria failure. Philip Hide was informed that the gelding could not run until the day after passing a stalls test.
Following the race, Shane Kelly reported that ARCHIMENTO, placed seventh, ran flat. James Fanshawe reported that REGICIDE, placed sixth, was unsuited by the downhill section of the track.
Race 6 - 4:30pm THE BRITBET COMING SOON HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for ENCAPSULATED to go early to post, and for FANFARE LADY (IRE) to wear a hood in the Parade Ring and go early to post.
The apparent improvement in form of the winner, CHIZZ DE BIZ (IRE), which had never previously been placed, was considered. Daniel Kubler was interviewed. His comments that the filly had improved and strengthened up from a 2 year old to 3 year old were noted. CHIZZ THE BIZ (IRE) was routine tested.
Following the race, Rhiain Ingram reported that ENCAPSULATED, which was pulled up, jumped awkwardly leaving the stalls and moved poorly thereafter, and the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding found it to be lame in front. Nicola Currie reported that FANFARE LADY (IRE), placed sixth, jumped right-handed leaving the stalls, and Milly Naseb reported that NEW RICH, unplaced, was slowly away.
Race 7 - 5:00pm THE BET WITH BRITBET FROM JULY 13TH APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Henry Tett was fined £140 as the passport of GYPSY RIDER was not available for inspection. Being satisfied that the trainer was in receipt of the passport, the Stewards asked that he send it to the Head Office of the British Horseracing Authority within 3 working days.
The Starter reported that STYLISH GRACE (FR) refused to enter stalls. J S Moore was informed that the filly could not run until the day after passing a stalls test. The Starter further reported TURAATHY (IRE) was reluctant to enter stalls. Tony Newcombe was informed that the filly could not run until the day after passing a stalls test.
An enquiry was held to consider interference at the top of the hill when TWICKENHAM (IRE), placed fifth, ridden by Rhiain Ingram, interfered with CAPTAIN MARMALADE (IRE), unplaced, ridden by Mark Crehan. Being a 7lb claiming apprentice, Crehan was offered the opportunity to be accompanied in the enquiry, but declined. The interference was found to be accidental as TWICKENHAM (IRE) hung left-handed despite the rider's best efforts, leaving CAPTAIN MARMALADE (IRE), which was running keenly, short of room up against the rail.
Following the race, Eoin Walsh reported that TURAATHY (IRE), unplaced, was slowly away, and Rhiain Ingram reported that TWICKENHAM (IRE), placed fifth, hung left-handed from the top of the hill. View Stewards report Pontefract, 11 Jun 18 Race 2 - 7:10pm THE TONY BETHELL MEMORIAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (Round 3 of the Pontefract Stayers Championship 2017) Permission was given for WIND PLACE AND SHO to be mounted on the course and go early to post.
Race 5 - 8:40pm THE CASTLEFORD TIGERS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for ALFIE’S ANGEL (IRE) to go early to post. View Stewards report Windsor, 11 Jun 18 Race 1 - 5:50pm THE BATEAUX WINDSOR'S RESTAURANT CRUISE EXPERIENCES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) ROCK OF ESTONIA (IRE) unseated its rider in the Parade Ring. Having been examined by the doctor and Veterinary Surgeon in the Parade Ring and again at the start, both the rider and colt were deemed fit to race.
Race 2 - 6:20pm THE EBF STALLIONS BET ONLINE NOW! STARSPORTS.BET NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (PLUS 10 RACE) Following the race, Tom Marquand reported that DIRTY RASCAL (IRE), placed second, was denied a clear run approaching the 2 furlong marker and Sean Levey reported that LONDON ROCK (IRE), unplaced, hung left-handed.
Race 3 - 6:50pm THE TUTT'S CLUMP CIDER NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for FASHION SENSE (IRE) to go early to post.
Race 4 - 7:20pm THE TOBY EADY COMMEMORATION HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) An enquiry was held to consider why Charles Hills was running SHANGHAI SILVER (IRE) here at Windsor on going described as Good to Firm, Good in places, having declared the gelding a non-runner at Newmarket on 18 May 2018 on ground with the same official description. The representative of the trainer stated that at Newmarket the trainer had been of the opinion that SHANGHAI SILVER (IRE) would not have been suited by running on fast ground on an undulating track. However, after walking the course at Windsor today and following communication with the trainer, the representative stated that they were willing to run the gelding on Good to Firm, Good in places ground on a flatter track.
Race 5 - 7:50pm THE JOHNNIE WALKER BLACK HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for SEINESATIONAL to wear a hood in the Pre-Parade Ring only. View Stewards report Worcester, 11 Jun 18 Race 1 - 2:15pm THE THURSFIELDS SOLICITORS NOVICES' HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) James Davies, the rider of the winner, SCRUPULEUX (FR), was suspended for 4 days for using his whip above the permitted level and without time to respond after jumping the final fence.
Following the race, Paddy Brennan reported that HURRICANE RITA (FR), placed third, was hampered by the faller at the third last fence and Mike Hammond reported that WELSH DESIGNE, placed fifth, had a breathing problem. The Veterinary Officer reported that LEAGUE OF HIS OWN (IRE), which was pulled up, had bled from the nose.
Race 2 - 2:45pm THE THURSFIELDS SOLICITORS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) The performance of OUR REWARD (IRE), which finished unplaced, was considered. Jamie Snowden could offer no explanation for the gelding’s performance.
Following the race, Jonathan Burke reported that KILFINICHEN BAY (IRE), which was pulled up, was never travelling and stopped quickly, and the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 4 - 3:45pm THE THURSFIELDS SOLICITORS STANDARD NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS' AND AMATEUR RIDERS' RACE ) Following the race, Miss Emma Smith-Chaston reported that MOLLY WHUPPIE, unplaced, hung badly right on the home turn.
Race 5 - 4:15pm THE THURSFIELDS SOLICITORS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Following the race, David Bass reported that MILORD (GER), which was pulled up, was never travelling. Aidan Coleman reported that MONT ROYALE, unplaced, stopped quickly after the second last hurdle and the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities. The Veterinary Officer also reported that BRIGHT TOMORROW (IRE), placed seventh, lost its right hind shoe.
Race 6 - 4:45pm THE THURSFIELDS SOLICITORS MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (ARC Summer Novices' Brush Hurdle Series Qualifier) Approaching the final hurdle, the winner, MAC TOTTIE, shifted right whilst racing greenly, and carried DORY (IRE), placed second, off its intended line, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved and that it had not improved the placing of MAC TOTTIE.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that GEORDIELAD, unplaced, was treated for post-race heat stress.
Race 7 - 5:15pm THE SEVERN VALLEY RAILWAY CHARITABLE TRUST HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Following the race, Thomas Garner reported that ROBIN DE BROOME (IRE), unplaced, made a mistake at the final hurdle causing him to lose an iron. Sean Bowen reported that he dismounted DOTTIES DILEMA (IRE), placed second, shortly after the finish line as he thought the gelding was lame. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of DOTTIES DILEMA (IRE) failed to reveal any abnormalities.
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 11, 2018 17:49:12 GMT
Jim Crowley has alleged he was the victim of an unprovoked attack from behind by fellow jockey Raul da Silva "with what felt like a piece of lead" at Goodwood on Sunday.
Da Silva was banned for 21 days, the maximum recommended sentence for violent conduct, following an altercation in the Goodwood changing room that left Crowley requiring stitches in his cut and swollen lip.
In a statement, Crowley said: "There was a minor disagreement over a race-riding incident with a number of jockeys not happy with Raul’s riding.
"After this I was the victim of an unprovoked attack from behind with what felt like a piece of lead, and it is disappointing that I have then been accused of being the aggressor.
"This is categorically untrue and it is notable that after a lengthy inquiry that heard from many witnesses, only one of us was suspended. I have no further comment to make and will leave the matter in the hands of the BHA."
On Sunday Da Silva claimed that after the first race Crowley had been aggressive in telling him he was a "danger on the track" and that he had been trying to defend himself from the 2016 champion jockey.
Da Silva said: "Jim came up to me and was aggressive, telling me I was a danger out on the track, and I told him to leave me alone. It carried on and two or three jockeys held me back when I was trying to defend myself."
The BHA's Robin Mounsey said: "The stewards held an inquiry into the incident and interviewed several witnesses including valets, officials, medical officers and other jockeys.
"The complicated nature of the incident, and the number of witnesses spoken to, meant that the inquiry was not concluded until after the last race, despite having occurred shortly after the first race.
"The stewards’ decision was to suspend Raul da Silva for violent conduct for 21 days based on the evidence that he struck Jim Crowley in the face, causing an injury which required medical attention.
"Twenty-one days is the maximum recommended suspension for violent conduct offences that are considered on the racecourse, according to the BHA’s Guide to Penalties and Procedures.
"However, the stewards also stated that they – or the BHA’s head office – reserve the right to revisit the incident, if appropriate.
"The BHA has the ability to reopen such cases if it is felt necessary. Before assessing whether such action is required the BHA would first review the stewards' inquiry recordings and hold conversations with any appropriate individuals. The BHA will now carry out these procedures before determining how to proceed."
Crowley's mount in the first race, the Patrick Chamings-trained Charles Molson, and Medieval, ridden by Da Silva and trained by Paul Cole, were unplaced in the race in question.
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 11, 2018 17:52:08 GMT
Two afternoon meetings are followed by three in the evening with Roscommon, Windsor and Pontefract providing the action. Here we highlight three horses it could pay to follow . . .
Becky The Thatcher 7.10 Pontefract
Fancied to exact revenge on Wemyss Point, who held sway by a head in round two of the track's staying series in April.
Since then the Micky Hammond-trained mare fairly bolted up at Carlisle, showing the application of cheekpieces since switching back to the Flat is working a treat.
The runner-up from last time has subsequently won so all things are in place for a big run.
Becky The Thatcher 7:10 Pontefract My Reward 8.10 Pontefract
Ran no sort of race when sent off one of the main fancies in the Chester Cup, but that is a unique contest and a bad performance can be forgiven.
Prior to that, his seasonal comeback at Ripon was solid enough and the in-form Tim Easterby is averaging a winner a day in the last fortnight.
There is a chance this confirmed stayer will get a soft lead and if that is the case, he could take some pegging back.
My Reward 8:10 Pontefract Come On Come One 8.20 Windsor
This lightly raced four-year-old can make amends after just being denied by a neck over course and distance last month.
The form of that race has worked out well with the winner and third scoring since and he looks the type to keep progressing.
Rated only 1lb higher, he rates a strong contender for Clive Cox, who has a 23 per cent strike-rate (34-150) at the track in the last five years.
Come On Come On 8:20 Windsor
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Post by dennisg on Jun 12, 2018 6:38:22 GMT
in today's sporting life.................. Jim Crowley has claimed he was "the victim of an unprovoked attack from behind" after he was struck in the face by Raul da Silva at Goodwood on Sunday. Da Silva was suspended for 21 days for violent conduct after the two riders were involved in an altercation after the first race of the day. In a statement issued to Press Association Sport, the 2016 champion jockey alleged he was struck "with what felt like a piece of lead" after a "number of jockeys" questioned Da Silva's riding technique. Da Silva told the Racing Post on Sunday that "Jim came up to me and was aggressive", but Crowley, who required medical treatment in hospital for facial injuries, said that was "categorically untrue". He said in a statement: "There was a minor disagreement over a race-riding incident with a number of jockeys not happy with Raul's riding. "After this, I was the victim of an unprovoked attack from behind with what felt like a piece of lead, and it is disappointing that I have then been accused of being the aggressor. "This is categorically untrue and it is notable that after a lengthy inquiry that heard from many witnesses, only one of us was suspended. "I have no further comment to make and will leave the matter in the hands of the BHA (British Horseracing Authority)." Da Silva and Crowley rode in the opening seven-furlong handicap at Goodwood, in which the former finished last aboard Medieval. Crowley came home fifth of the nine runners on Charles Molson. Crowley continued riding at Goodwood and was also in action at Brighton on Monday. Da Silva had been due to ride Voltaic at Windsor on Monday, but he was substituted for Rab Havlin earlier in the day. Twenty-one days is the British Horseracing Authority's maximum recommended suspension for violent conduct, but racing's rulers said on Monday that it has "the ability to reopen such cases, if it is felt necessary". A statement issued by the BHA read: "Before assessing whether such action is required the BHA would first review the stewards' inquiry recordings and hold conversations with any appropriate individuals. "The BHA will now carry out these procedures before determining how to proceed." Da Silva's agent Gareth Owen refused to comment on behalf of his client when contacted by Press Association Sport on Monday.
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