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Post by Kimmy on Jun 14, 2018 18:18:20 GMT
Dunstall Dolly 9.15 Uttoxeter
A first ride back for Adrian Heskin, who broke his arm when falling from Rocklander at Aintree on Grand National day.
This five-year-old, trained by Tom George, was tailed-off on debut on heavy ground at this course in April but has since undergone a wind operation.
Of those with form, Iain Jardine's Keep The River, a narrow second at Kelso on her first start last month, is the one to beat.
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 14, 2018 18:20:33 GMT
Escobar 7.55 Haydock
A promising juvenile for Hugo Palmer, this four-year-old has moved to David O'Meara, who is second to none when it comes to revitalising other people's cast-offs.
He took a step back in the right direction on his second start for his new trainer with a close third at Doncaster last time.
O'Meara has him in a much more valuable race at Sandown on Saturday, but this will be easier to win if the plan is to get a penalty to get into next week's Royal Hunt Cup.
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 14, 2018 19:58:37 GMT
Newmarket: David Milnes
Zeelander (5.15 York)
Roger Varian's hope just failed to reel in Reverend Jacobs over this trip at the Dante meeting and is fancied to go one better, having worked nicely on the Al Bahathri.
4/5 Zeelander 5:15 York Others to follow York 1.50 Reloaded, 2.20 Windsor Beach, 2.55 Mazeo Lad, 3.20 Juanito Chico, 4.05 Arod, 4.40 Gorgeous Noora. Sandown 2.00 Thriving, 2.35 Eagle Hunter, 3.10 Character Witness, 3.45 Tom's Rock, 4.20 Preening, 4.50 Returning Glory, 5.25 Eyecatcher. Chepstow 6.25 Triple One, 7.00 Natalie Express, 8.35 Queen Of Connaught. Goodwood 6.05 Arnarson, 7.40 Glitterdust, 8.15 Tadleel, 8.45 Surya.
North: Colin Russell
Cote d'Azur (2.20 York)
Not hit form so far this season and didn't seem to stay when tried at 1m4f last time. This trip will be ideal and, as he's rated lower than for his last win, he is fancied to win here.
7/1 Cote D'Azur 2:20 York Others to follow Aintree 5.45 Cape Hideway, 6.15 Weinberg, 6.50 Lofgren, 7.20 Coolmeen Hill, 7.55 Ifandbutwhynot, 8.25 Final Reminder, 8.55 High Jinx. Chepstow 6.25 Axel Jacklin. Goodwood 6.05 Poet's Society, 7.10 Dr Richard Kimble, 8.15 Faithful Promise. Sandown 2.35 Sky Cross, 3.45 Aclimatise, 4.50 Starlight Mystery, 5.25 Kittileo. York 1.50 Chapelli, 2.55 Mr Buttons, 3.30 Imperial State, 4.05 Sovereign Debt, 4.40 Excellent Times, 5.15 Cornborough.
Lambourn: James Burn
Nathan (2.20 York)
Alan King's yard is going well and he thinks plenty of this Nathaniel gelding, who progressed nicely last year and might not be finished yet.
6/1 Nathan 2:20 York Others to follow Aintree 5.45 Final Choice, 6.15 Cracker Factory, 6.50 Fact Of The Matter, 7.20 Melody Of Scotland. Chepstow 7.00 Poet's Princess, 8.35 Here's Alice. Goodwood 7.10 Bartholomeu Dias, 7.40 Sassie, 8.15 Jetstream. Newton Abbot 2.10 Settie Hill. 2.45 Days Of Heaven, 4.30 Passing Call. Sandown 3.10 Warsaan, 4.20 Autumn Leaves.
West Country: Andrew King
Ringa Ding Ding (2.10 Newton Abbot)
He has been forced to accept minor honours in both starts this term but should get a head in front here.
4/1 Ringa Ding Ding 2:10 Newton Abbot Others to follow Newton Abbot 2.45 Bagad Bihoue 3.20 Glanvilles Guest 4.30 Empreinte Reconce 5.00 New Millenium. Chepstow 7.30 Nuitini. Sandown 5.25 Master Grey. York 2.20 Master Carpenter.
Racing Post Ratings: Sam Walker
Eyecatcher (5.25 Sandown)
No wins from five starts but posted a career best RPR of 77 when beaten on the nose at Haydock last time. That sets the standard and there is a chance of more to come up in trip.
7/4 Eyecatcher 5:25 Sandown Topspeed: Dave Edwards
Beringer (4.50 Sandown)
Had a bit up his sleeve when scoring at Leicester eleven days ago and Alan King's improving three-year-old can make short work of his penalty.
5/2 Beringer 4:50 Sandown Longshot: Olly Eden
Classic Seniority (3:30 York)
On a long losing run and is 3lb below last winning mark as a result. This C&D winner has an excellent record in this race and has been running better than recent form figures suggest.
12/1 Classic Seniority 3:30 York Ireland: Tony O'Hehir
National Glory (6.10 Fairyhouse)
After showing improvement from his first run to finish third over a six furlong trip on today's course 15 days ago, the son of Invincible Spirit can score for the in-form O'Brien brothers, Joseph and Donnacha.
2/1 National Glory 6:10 Fairyhouse
The Raceform Interactive nugget
Triple One (6.25 Chepstow)
Michael Bell has won with four of his last seven runners at Chepstow (+£9.38 to £1 stakes). Three of his winners (from five runners) were 2yos and he runs Triple One in the 6f novice stakes.
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 14, 2018 20:01:46 GMT
William Haggas operates at a decent level with horses returning from a gelding operation, with his usual 18 per cent strike-rate shooting up to 31 per cent with such types. Across Dubai fits that bill in the 2.20 at York.
It’s worth noting when trainer Brian Barr employs a tongue-tie as in the past couple of years he has had two winners who wore the aid for the first time. Civitesses is likely to be a big price in the 3.20 at Newton Abbot but could be worth an interest with a tonguestrap now fitted.
Native Soldier is 9lb lower than his last winning mark and takes his chance in the 9.05 at Chepstow. His trainer is among the winners and a better show can be expected with the hood making a return.
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Post by dennisg on Jun 15, 2018 6:30:17 GMT
in today's sporting life................................ Ben Linfoot with 10 sires whose progeny could light up Royal Ascot 2018 as he looks at their meeting and overall course strike-rates in the build-up to the five-day festival. In order of percentage strike-rate of progeny at Royal Ascot... SCAT DADDY Royal Ascot record: 8 wins/15 runs @ 53.33% Overall Ascot record: 8/16 @ 50% Scat Daddy’s to watch out for: Sergei Prokofiev, Lady Aurelia, Sioux Nation Scat Daddy has proved a breeding phenomenon all over the world, Justify’s Triple Crown the most recent example of that. The ill-fated son of Johannesburg’s final crop have been going for crazy sums on the back of his progeny’s exploits and his Royal Ascot stats are simply staggering; eight wins from 15 runs at 53.33 per cent. Lady Aurelia has been responsible for two of those wins and she’ll go for a third victory at the meeting when she bids to retain her King’s Stand title on day one. Meanwhile, an Aidan O’Brien-trained Scat Daddy juvenile, Sergei Prokofiev, is sure to be all the rage for his chosen assignment (looks likely for the Coventry, according to the betting at least). SIYOUNI Royal Ascot record: 2/6 @ 33.33% Overall Ascot record: 2/10 @ 20% Siyouni’s to watch out for: City Light A small but select number of Royal Ascot runners have marked Siyouni out as a sire to keep an eye out for. His Ervedya beat Found when landing the 2015 Coronation Stakes and Le Brivido excelled in last year’s Jersey Stakes when also edging out an Aidan O’Brien-trained horse, Spirit Of Valor, by a neck. With two wins from just six runs it’s worth keeping a tab on his entries and one horse that would be of real interest if he turns up is Stephane Wattel’s City Light. He’s three from three in 2018 and his form looks good; he beat the speedy Kachy by almost two lengths at Lingfield and was even further ahead of Muthmir last time out at ParisLongchamp. He'd have to come into consideration for an admittedly hot-looking Diamond Jubilee. Ervedya wins the Coronation for sire Siyouni Ervedya wins the Coronation for sire Siyouni ZOFFANY Royal Ascot record: 3/17 @ 17.65% Overall Ascot record: 5/42 @ 11.90% Zoffany’s to watch out for: Main Edition Zoffany has had three Royal Ascot winners from just 17 runners and when you break that down further it’s three from eight for his juveniles at 37.5 per cent. Illuminate (Albany Stakes), Washington DC (Windsor Castle Stakes) and Waterloo Bridge (Norfolk Stakes) are his victorious progeny and he could have another two-year-old winner this year thanks to Main Edition. Mark Johnston’s sizeable filly is two from two, winning against the colts under a penalty in fine style at Goodwood last time. She’s also a half-sister to Major Cadeaux, second in the Coventry, and Beachfire, who won the Wolferton Handicap at four, so there's plenty of Royal Ascot pedigree in her, er, pedigree. At 12/1 she could be a decent bet for the Albany. DUBAWI Royal Ascot record: 12/89 @ 13.48% Overall Ascot record: 48/260 @ 18.46% Dubawi’s to watch out for: Dubhe, Benbatl, Lah Ti Dar, D’bai Dubawi is a regular winning sire at Royal Ascot with Al Kazeem, Benbatl, Time Test and Dartmouth four of his most memorable winners in recent years. His Ascot record improves significantly when you take into account all meetings and he’s sure to have plenty of fancied runners again this year. The one I can’t wait for is Dubhe, an impressive winner at Sandown at the end of April. He beat subsequent London Gold Cup winner Communique by four lengths that day and looks perfect for the King George V Handicap, a race Godolphin have won in three of the last four years. OASIS DREAM Royal Ascot record: 11/97 @ 11.34% Overall Ascot record: 43/334 @ 12.87% Oasis Dream’s to look out for: Afaak, Dreamfield Brilliant sprinter Oasis Dream was beaten by Australian monster Choisir on his only visit to Royal Ascot, but his progeny have been no strangers to the winners’ enclosure at the meeting with 11 victories over the years. Unsurprisingly, he produces lots of sprinters including King’s Stand winners Prohibit and Goldream, but the best of his bunch has undoubtedly been Commonwealth Cup hero and champion sprinter Muhaarar. This year Oasis Dream has the ante-post favourites for both the Hunt Cup in Afaak and Wokingham in Dreamfield and the latter is a fascinating contender. Three from three in his career and an Ascot winner last time out, he’s bred to be much better than a handicapper and he might well be just that. Super Sires - Sky Bet Odds Lady Aurelia (Scat Daddy) for the King's Stand (Non Runner No Bet) at 2/1 Main Edition (Zoffany) for the Albany at 10/1 City Light (Siyouni) for the Diamond Jubilee (Non Runner No Bet) at 14/1 Odds correct at 1040 BST on 14/06/2018 GALILEO Royal Ascot record: 21/193 @ 10.88% Overall Ascot record: 50/382 @ 13.09% Galileo’s to look out for: Rhododendron, Hydrangea, Clemmie, Order Of St George Incredibly, Galileo has the worst Royal Ascot strike-rate of all the established sires in this list, a rare setback for the behemoth stallion. He has sired 21 Royal Ascot winners, though, including the greatest racehorse of all time in Frankel, so life isn’t all bad. This year his Order Of St George goes for his second Ascot Gold Cup, while his older fillies, Rhododendron and Hydrangea, are favourites for the Queen Anne and Duke of Cambridge Stakes respectively. Clemmie also holds that position in the Coronation Stakes. The Galileo dynasty rolls on. SEA THE STARS Royal Ascot record: 3/30 @ 10% Overall Ascot record: 11/65 @ 16.92% Sea The Stars’ to look out for: Crystal Ocean, Stradivarius Quiz question: can you name Sea The Stars’ three Royal Ascot winners? It took me an age. Answers at the bottom of the page*. Anyway, Sea The Stars’ overall record at Ascot is good and you would expect him to improve his Royal meeting strike-rate in the coming years with Crystal Ocean his most obvious winner-in-waiting this season. Sir Michael Stoute's patience with this horse (raced just the once at two) is paying dividends now and he looks an altogether more accomplished performer at four. Stoute has won the Hardwicke Stakes a record 10 times and Crystal Ocean deservedly heads the betting at 6/4 in a bid to take that tally to 11. FRANKEL Royal Ascot record: 1/13 @ 7.69% Overall Ascot record: 7/24 @ 29.17% Frankel’s to look out for: Cracksman, Without Parole, Goldrush, Sun Maiden And so to the new-ish kids on the block and where better to start than the almighty Frankel, now in his third season with runners at Royal Ascot. Atty Persse got him off the mark for the meeting in the King George V Stakes last year and that win contributes to an excellent overall record at Ascot of seven wins, touching almost 30 per cent. That Royal Ascot record is going to improve significantly, you feel, and Frankel flagbearer Cracksman could give it a shot in the arm in the Prince Of Wales’s. Before that the unbeaten Without Parole goes for the St James’s Palace Stakes, a race his old man won, while 12-length Salisbury novice winner Sun Maiden is an intriguing contender in the Ribblesdale. Atty Persse: A first Royal Ascot winner for Frankel Atty Persse: A first Royal Ascot winner for Frankel NO NAY NEVER Royal Ascot record: 0/0 Overall Ascot record: 0/1 No Nay Never’s to look out for: Cosmic Law, The Irish Rover With Scat Daddy unfortunately no longer with us the search is on for a son of his to take the stallion world by storm and No Nay Never is one of the first cabs off the rank. A superb winner of the 2013 Norfolk Stakes at Royal Ascot, it was always hoped that No Nay Never’s first crop would produce a speedy juvenile and he certainly looks to have got one in Cosmic Law, a six-length winner of the Woodcote at Epsom. He’ll go for the Coventry where he could clash with another No Nay Never in The Irish Rover, the horse responsible for the 0/1 Ascot record above after he was beaten at odds of 1/7 last month. He has redeemed himself since then, but Aidan O'Brien is likely to have a better-fancied horse in the Coventry thanks to that aforementioned Scat Daddy, Sergei Prokofiev. KINGMAN Royal Ascot record: 0/0 Overall Ascot record: 0/0 Kingman’s to look our for: Calyx Kingman was an exceptional winner of the St James’s Palace Stakes at Royal Ascot and went unbeaten thereafter, winning the Sussex Stakes and Prix Jacques le Marois before being retired. His eagerly-anticipated first crop are now appearing on the course and from three runners so far Calyx has been by a long way the most impressive, destroying his July Course rivals at Newmarket last Saturday in a style reminiscent of his father at the same track, in the same month, five years ago. John Gosden has him in the Coventry but not impressive Yarmouth scorer Legends Of War (Scat Daddy), meaning Calyx has been backed into 5/2 second favourite. A victory for him would be an outstanding start for Kingman’s first crop. *Sea The Stars answer: Stradivarius (2017 Queen’s Vase), Bless Him (2017 Britannia Handicap), Across The Stars (2016 King Edward VII Stakes). Well done if you got those in under three minutes!
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Post by dennisg on Jun 15, 2018 6:32:53 GMT
Racing commentator Mike Cattermole is purring at the prospect of seeing Equilateral strut his stuff at Royal Ascot, where John Gosden is the trainer to follow. JUSTIFY JUST CHAMPION FOR CHINA To be honest, although I couldn’t find anything other than stats to beat him, I didn’t think that Justify would become America’s 13th Triple Crown champion. It was too soon after American Pharoah. After all, they don’t come along that quick, do they? The previous gap had been 37 years! That aside, it was also because I couldn’t quite see his sire Scat Daddy producing a champion over a mile and a half having seen the stallion being responsible for so many top sprinters, such as Lady Aurelia, Caravaggio and Acapulco. So, so wrong! Scat Daddy, who died in 2015, is looking more missed than ever. And what a performance from Justify, who was not stopping at the line and benefited from a superb ride from Mike Smith. I have not been fortunate enough to see Justify in the flesh but he looks, and clearly is, a monster of a horse. And how superbly trained he has been by Bob Baffert, who is assuming legendary status now with a second Triple Crown hero on his CV. Being unbeaten, we still don’t know how good Justify is. Seattle Slew was also unbeaten when he won his Triple in 1977 but I am guessing that connections won’t be making the same mistake as they did. The Slew was beaten in controversial circumstances on his next start, just the following month, at the now defunct Hollywood Park and the fallout resulted in his trainer, Billy Turner, being sacked! Justify is part-owned by Head Of Plains Partners, whose colours were carried in the Kentucky Derby and Preakness Stakes, and the China Horse Club whose red and yellow silks had the exclusive limelight at Belmont and thus ensured that nobody will ever forget them. The China Horse Club has risen rapidly in the five years or so that it has been investing in the world’s bloodstock market. There is some mystery about the organisation, which is said to boast around 200 investors, and that may be deliberate. What we do know is that it was founded by Teo Ah Khing, a Chinese billionaire architect, who designed and built the Palm Tree resort in Dubai as well as Meydan racecourse. Indeed, it was the worldwide research that Khing undertook for Meydan that sparked off his interest in racehorses. However, the CHC has only dabbled briefly in the UK. Two years ago the Club raced a useful horse in Lockheed, who was trained by William Haggas. They also paid £1.3m at the Goffs London Sale in 2016 for the Irish 1,000 Guineas heroine Jet Setting. Justify looks set to continue to advertise the profile of the Hong Kong-based Club for many years to come because he will be some prospect at stud. The foundations have been laid and we know that Mr Ah Khing is an expert at completing and finessing a building project. JOHN GOSDEN - MR RELIABLE AT ASCOT John Gunther, the man who bred Justify at his Kentucky-based Glennwood Farm and sold him for $500,000 as a yearling at Keeneland, might be cheering home another potential champion at Royal Ascot next week. Gunther’s unbeaten Without Parole, trained by John Gosden, puts his unbeaten record on the line in the St James’s Palace Stakes on Tuesday. It is a race that Gosden has won once before, with Kingman in 2014. That the Newmarket trainer is going to produce at least one winner next week is almost a given. Since Chicarica won the Chesham in 1990, Gosden has saddled winners at every edition of Royal Ascot with the exception of 2003. John Gosden - fascinating Guineas contender in Without Parole John Gosden: Royal Ascot's 'Mr Reliable' That’s some record and the country’s leading trainer is heading there next week with a very strong team indeed to build on the 43 successes he has amassed so far. He kicks off with Calyx in the Coventry Stakes on the opening day where it is notable that the stable’s Yarmouth winner Legends Of War is absent. Calyx created a tremendous impression of finishing speed (confirmed by the clock) when winning on his debut at Newmarket last Saturday and many will fancy him to gain Gosden a second Coventry after Iceman’s win in 2004. Check him out here but make a note of that high head carriage. It certainly didn’t stop him, though. With a team headed by Cracksman (Prince of Wales) along with Stradivarius (Gold Cup) and perhaps Lah Ti Dar (Ribblesdale) in support, there must be quiet hopes that this will be his best Royal meeting since he topped the trainers’ list with five winners in 2012. Make a note also of Tricorn in Wednesday’s Royal Hunt Cup. Gosden got a kick out of winning his two previous Hunt Cups with Royal Oath in 2007 and GM Hopkins in 2015 and this gelding would have been inked in for this race since his fine third in last year’s Britannia. He is trading at 25/1 with Sky Bet. CHARLIE HILLS COULD BE TRAINING ANOTHER MONSTER! The rematch between Battaash and Lady Aurelia, the defending champion, in Tuesday’s King’s Stand Stakes is one of the most eagerly awaited of next week. It just didn’t happen in the Nunthorpe Stakes at York as Battaash boiled over (and the Lady was beaten on the line) but the Charlie Hills team made sure that Battaash was kept cool in the preliminaries for both the Prix de l’Abbaye and the Temple Stakes and those measures must be perfected again this time. It won’t be easy as the razzmatazz of Royal Ascot is way up the scale even compared to Chantilly on Arc day and a traditionally busy Haydock. Hills, who has certainly developed a knack of training top sprinters, then bids to win his second Commonwealth Cup (after Muhaarar in 2015) on Friday with the exciting Equilateral. Sporting Life ✔ @sportinglife 🎩 Royal Ascot Bankers 🎩 The best bets from the Sporting Life racing team including...@olibellracing@chamberlinsport@RichardFahey@skysportsAlexH@Catters61@SimonHolt3http://bit.ly/2HNZRcO 1:10 PM - Jun 13, 2018 Check out our Royal Ascot bankers Best bets for Royal Ascot from the Sporting Life racing team and pundits Get the best Royal Ascot bets from Oli Bell, Mike Cattermole, Ed Chamberlin, Richard Fahey, Alex Hammond, Simon Holt and our racing team. sportinglife.com 18 See Sporting Life's other Tweets Twitter Ads info and privacy The son of Equiano had made a promising debut at Bath but then flopped at York when it was discovered he was suffering from sore shins. Hills told me this week that he regretted running him there. Back in good health again on his reappearance, he promptly smashed his way into the Cup picture with a stunning eight-length thrashing of Foxtrot Lady at Doncaster last month. Foxtrot Lady, who was receiving 12lb, has gone on to register two easy wins at Chester and Carlisle and is now officially rated 94. In my early days, I learned that a length beating in a sprint race over 5f or 6f would be worth about 3lb – that’s without getting too technical and taking times and ground conditions into account. So, an eight-length win represents 24lb and an overall 36lb superiority. That gives Equilateral a rating of 130! However, it's when you talk to some proper professionals about the Doncaster race that things get even more exciting. Jamie Lynch has kindly elaborated on Timeform’s analysis of the performance, which does take into account the ground (officially good to firm), distance and time, and came up with a figure of 3.63lbs per length, which converts to a staggering 41lb superiority! Foxtrot Lady is currently rated 103 with the sages of Halifax, so you can work out the rest... However, more evidence is needed before we all get too carried away and we should get some at York on Saturday where Foxtrot Lady is due to line up as the favourite for the featured Pavers Foundation Catherine Memorial Sprint Handicap. Should she run well or even win, then expectation levels will be somewhat elevated for Equilateral next Friday. There may be nothing Equilateral about it – he could be a monster in the making. YORK’S BIG CHARITY DAY Speaking of York, I am lucky to be calling them home there this weekend when on Saturday the emphasis will be raising money for Macmillan Cancer Relief. Since the early 1970s, raising cash has always been the focus of this pre-Ascot meeting and so far over £7.5m has been given to worthy causes, which is astonishing. The day was founded by the late Reg Griffin, the former Timeform chairman, and it is great to see his partner and colleague Jim McGrath making sure he is still remembered on a day he was immensely proud of, by continuing to sponsor a race named after him on the card (4.40). Come along and help if you can.
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Post by dennisg on Jun 15, 2018 6:35:17 GMT
Ben Linfoot previews Friday's meetings with the Sporting Life Daily Nap running on Sandown's afternoon card. Sporting Life's Daily Nap, June 15 NAP: Happy Power (2.35 Sandown) Next Best: Zeelander (5.15 York) Treble: Arod (4.05 York) 7 4 Happy Power28 29-5OR: - 9/2 Form: 4T: A M BaldingJ: Jim Crowley Last run Live betting powered by 2 7 Zeelander30 49-13OR: 81BF 8/11 Form: 9/351-2T: R VarianJ: David Egan Last run Live betting powered by 1 1 Arod32 79-10OR: 110D 6/5 Form: 2005-21T: D M SimcockJ: Oisin Murphy Last run Live betting powered by Andrew Balding took a while to get going this turf season but his horses look to have turned a corner in recent weeks and HAPPY POWER can increase his tally for June in the Download The App At 188Bet EBF Maiden Stakes at Sandown (2.35) on Friday. With his stable struggling at the time Happy Power was allowed to go off at 20/1 on debut at Newbury on May 18, despite being a 625,000 guineas Dark Angel colt. Still, he ran well despite being slowly away, running on for a close-up fourth, finishing a short head behind Mendoza, a horse that was third in the Woodcote on his next start. That was a good run over six furlongs and, with his stable now among the winners, he can improve up in trip with that experience under his belt. Eagle Hunter is a likely danger while there are some interesting newcomers in opposition, too, but Happy Power appeals as one to make significant progress from first to second start and he gets the nap vote. Over at York Zeelander is unlikely to be a working man’s price but he nevertheless has very strong claims and looks banker material in the Coopers Marquees Apprentice Handicap (5.15). In a field of largely exposed handicappers, Zeelander rates as the one progressing at a rate of knots and he could well make up into something better than a handicapper in time. He travelled through a good handicap over the course and distance last time like a good thing but couldn’t reel in Reverend Jacobs who was better positioned throughout. Going up half a stone for losing is never ideal but it could take time for the handicapper to catch up with him and this looks a much easier assignment. On top of this, there isn’t a better apprentice jockey around than David Egan so he’s expected to take this before going on to having a crack at a higher level. Finally, Arod can land the feature mrgreen.com Live Casino Ganton Stakes at 4.05. Here Comes When leads the way on official figures but he would appreciate significant cut in the ground and the faster conditions are right up Arod’s street. He could well make all in this small field, just like he did at Windsor last time, and defy a penalty under Oisin Murphy. Daily Nap record: -0.63pts
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Post by dennisg on Jun 15, 2018 6:37:26 GMT
Keith Hamer makes Sovereign Debt his best bet of the day at York and has a tip for every race in the UK and Ireland. Sovereign Debt can put punters in credit by getting back to winning ways in the Ganton Stakes at York on Friday. The popular nine-year-old, trained by Ruth Carr just 25 miles from the track at Huby, showed signs of a return to form when fourth in the Diomed Stakes at Epsom recently. He was second in this Listed race two years when in the hands of the late Dandy Nicholls and enjoyed a fruitful 2017 that included a hat-trick of successes. Though Sovereign Debt has yet to strike since the Diomed last summer, he certainly retains plenty of ability and can gain a welcome win not far from home. Master Carpenter won the John Smith's Cup on this course in 2015 and invariably runs well on the Knavesmire when sent up from Rod Millman's Devon base. Though he too is entering the veteran stage at the age of seven, the light still shines bright and his fourth place over this course and distance last month suggests he can get on the scoresheet in the Mr Green's Gentleman's Day Handicap. Sandra's Secret has struck a purple patch of late with two convincing victories at Ripon. While she is in such tremendous form, it could be unwise to oppose Les Eyre's mare and the five-year-old is taken to complete the hat-trick in the EBF Breeders' Series Fillies' Handicap. A total rise of 13lb in the weights for those two wins is unlikely to halt her winning run. Preening had to settle for second place at Thirsk a month ago on her first start for 211 days. James Fanshawe's lightly-raced three-year-old can go one better in the 188Bet Casino British Stallions Fillies' Handicap at Sandown. Stepping back up to seven furlongs can work the oracle for Air Of York in the Robert Stephens Racing Club Supports The IJF Handicap at Chepstow. John Flint's six-year-old was putting in his best work at the end of the six furlongs when fifth to Harry Beau at the Welsh venue on his latest start, giving the impression this trip can see him register his third win of the year. Ship Of The Fen is worth a chance over a mile and a half in the Clemtech 20th Anniversary Handicap at Goodwood. The three-year-old colt, trained by Martyn Meade, got off the mark over 10 furlongs at Doncaster in April and stuck to that trip when he was far from disgraced when fifth to Connect at Epsom after being slowly away. The handicapper has lowered Ship Of The Fen by 1lb for that effort, but the extra distance could bring out improvement. Amour D'Or can complete a Newton Abbot hat-trick in the Racing Partnership Mares' Handicap Hurdle, while veteran Flat stayer High Jinx should make it two from two over jumps in the Betfred 'Follow Us On Twitter' Novices' Hurdle at Aintree. Sporting Life tips: AINTREE: 5.45 The Grinder, 6.15 Cracker Factory, 6.50 Petrou, 7.20 Cause Toujours, 7.55 Gris De Pron, 8.25 Katy Royal, 8.55 High Jinx. CHEPSTOW: 5.55 Winklemann, 6.25 Steeve, 7.00 Dashing Poet, 7.30 Air Of York, 8.05 David's Beauty, 8.35 Outlane, 9.05 Maroc. FAIRYHOUSE: 5.40 Dancing Mountain, 6.10 National Glory, 6.40 Waitingfortheday, 7.15 Surrounding, 7.45 Fit For Function, 8.20 Harebell, 8.50 Seapoint. GOODWOOD: 6.05 Qeyaadah, 6.35 Dandy Lad, 7.10 Ship Of The Fen, 7.40 Gather, 8.15 Jetstream, 8.45 Surya. NEWTON ABBOT: 2.10 Ulysses, 2.45 Deauville Dancer, 3.20 Amour D'Or, 3.55 Diakali, 4.30 Admiral's Sunset, 5.00 Third Act, 5.30 Storm Fire. SANDOWN: 2.00 Firelight, 2.35 Eagle Hunter, 3.10 Warsaan, 3.45 Pivoine, 4.20 Preening, 4.50 We Are The World, 5.25 Mythological. YORK: 1.50 Reloaded, 2.20 Master Carpenter, 2.55 My Ukulele, 3.30 Juanito Chico, 4.05 SOVEREIGN DEBT (NAP), 4.40 Sandra's Secret, 5.15 Zeelander. DOUBLE: Sovereign Debt and Master Carpenter.
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 15, 2018 17:55:35 GMT
Eden Rose 7.40 Goodwood
This filly turned in her best performance so far when facing 1m4f for the first time on her latest start at Leicester.
That form has worked out well, with the winner, Burgonet, following up at Salisbury. Mick Channon continues to send out winners, and Eden Rose should have more to offer.
Eden Rose 7:40 Goodwood Outlane 8.35 Chepstow
Luca Cumani's team have hit form with three of his last five runners winning, and Outlane might be able to continue the good run.
The filly improved for a step up to 1m4f last time out at Newmarket, and while favourite Queen Of Connaught sets a good standard after her run in Lingfield's Oaks trial, she must concede weight to the field.
Cumani has done well with his handful of runners at the course in recent seasons, with three successes from six runners in the last five seasons.
Outlane 8:35 Chepstow
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 15, 2018 18:20:26 GMT
Chepstow, 15 Jun 18 Race 1 - 5:55pm THE OAKGROVE STUD SUPPORTS INJURED JOCKEYS FUND HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) The Starter reported that MAJOR VALENTINE broke out under the stalls and was withdrawn at 5.58pm. John O’Shea was informed that the gelding could not run until the day after passing a stalls test.
Following the race, Kieran Shoemark reported that BURREN VIEW LADY (IRE), placed fourth, hung left-handed.
Race 2 - 6:25pm THE 188BET SUPPORTS THE INJURED JOCKEYS FUND EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (PLUS 10 RACE) Following the race, George Downing reported that LUCKY SEVERN, unplaced, hung left-handed.
Race 5 - 8:05pm THE LONGCROFT BUILDING SERVICES SUPPORTS THE IJF HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for MOLLY JONES and RITAS LEGACY to go early to post.
Race 6 - 8:35pm THE CHEPSTOW PLANT INTERNATIONAL SUPPORTS THE IJF FILLIES' NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (Run no more than four times) Permission was given for HERE’S ALICE (IRE) to go early to post. View Stewards report Goodwood, 15 Jun 18 Race 1 - 6:05pm THE 3R APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Permission was given for PASTORAL PLAYER to go early to post and be mounted in the chute.
Race 3 - 7:10pm THE CLEMTECH 20TH ANNIVERSARY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) On the run to the line, BARTHOLOMEU DIAS, placed second, attempted to bit the winner, DR RICHARD KIMBLE (IRE). View Stewards report Newton Abbot, 15 Jun 18 Race 1 - 2:10pm THE THANK YOU HELEN ENRIGHT NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) BALLYDUN OSCAR (IRE), placed second, bit its tongue at the start. The gelding was examined by a veterinary surgeon and was deemed fit to race.
Following the race the Veterinary Officer reported that NORSE DA, which was pulled up, lost its left hind shoe.
Race 2 - 2:45pm THE newtonabbotracing.com HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) Permission was given for DAYS OF HEAVEN (FR) to go early to post.
Race 3 - 3:20pm THE RACING PARTNERSHIP MARES' HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) An enquiry was held to consider why Neil Mulholland was running GOODGIRLTERESA (IRE) here at Newton Abbot on going described as good, good to firm in places, having declared the mare a non-runner at Stratford-upon-Avon on 9 June 2018 on ground with the same official description. The trainer’s representative stated that at Stratford-upon-Avon it was a sunny and windy day and the ground was firming up all the time whilst today, at Newton Abbot, it was genuine good, good to firm in places ground and had a much better covering of grass.
The performance of AMOUR D’OR, which started favourite and finished unplaced, beaten 57 lengths, was considered. Gail Haywood’s explanation that the race probably came too soon for AMOUR D’OR from her race eleven days ago, was noted.
Following the race the Veterinary Officer reported that MOONTRIPPER, unplaced, was lame right fore.
Race 4 - 3:55pm THE LEN FOWELL NEW CHAPTER IN SEMI RETIREMENT NOVICES' STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) Following the race the Veterinary Officer reported that MONAR LAD (IRE), placed fourth, lost its left fore shoe.
Race 5 - 4:30pm THE attheraces.com MARES' NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (NHMOPS Bonus Race) On the run to the line a loose horse ran right-handed giving PASSING CALL, placed second, a hefty bump, which sent it on to the winner, EMPREINTE RECONCE (FR), but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Race 6 - 5:00pm THE ACTUATE MARKETING HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) THIRD ACT (IRE), trained by Colin Tizzard, entered the Parade Ring after the signal to mount had been given. The trainer’s explanation that he had had difficulty in fitting the tongue tie was accepted.
Following the race the Veterinary Officer reported that THIRD ACT (IRE), placed sixth, lost its right hind shoe.
Race 7 - 5:30pm THE ATTHERACES ON SKY 415 STANDARD NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS' AND AMATEUR RIDERS' RACE ) Following the race Daniel Sansom reported that SIMON THE GREAT, unplaced, hung left-handed. View Stewards report Sandown Park, 15 Jun 18 Race 1 - 2:00pm THE DAILY WORLD CUP SPECIALS AT 188BET EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) Following the race Sean Levey reported that GOOD LUCK FOX (IRE), unplaced, hung left. The Veterinry Officer reported that FIRELIGHT (FR), placed fourth, lost its left hind shoe.
Race 2 - 2:35pm THE DOWNLOAD THE APP AT 188BET EBF MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) Shortly after the start, EAGLE HUNTER, placed second, shifted left causing SINJAARI (IRE), unplaced, to be slightly intimidated off its intended line which in turn caused GLORIOUS DANE, placed fourth, to be tightened for room against 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 EAGLE HUNTER.
An enquiry was held to consider interference approximately 1 furlong after the start when DANCING SPEED (IRE), unplaced, ridden by Tom Marquand interfered with SKY CROSS (IRE), unplaced, ridden by P. J. McDonald which in turn interfered with EAGLE HUNTER, placed second, ridden by Ryan Moore. The interference was found to be accidental as DANCING SPEED (IRE) had gone quickly right causing SKY CROSS (IRE) to be intimidated right despite Marquand’s best efforts, which in turn caused EAGLE HUNTER to take a slight check.
Race 3 - 3:10pm THE GATE-A-MATION HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for GLOBAL PASSION (FR) to go early to post. WARSAAN wore earplugs.
Following the race Robert Winston reported that DEADLY ACCURATE, placed third, hung right.
Race 4 - 3:45pm THE GEORGE LINDON-TRAVERS MEMORIAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Following the race Daniel Muscutt reported that DEREK DUVAL (USA), placed second, hung right in the home straight. Adam Kirby reported that TOM’S ROCK (IRE), placed sixth, was denied a clear run in the closing stages .
The performance of ACLIMATISE, which started favourite and finished unplaced, was considered. Ryan Moore reported that ACLIMATISE was tightened for room approximately 1 furlong out.
Race 6 - 4:50pm THE BECK HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) On the bend turning into the home straight KABRIT (IRE), placed third, shifted slightly right causing GLORIOUS ARMY, placed sixth, to be briefly steadied 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 KABRIT (IRE).
Following the race Kevin Stott reported that RETURNING GLORY, unplaced, had lost its action. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities. View Stewards report York, 15 Jun 18 Race 1 - 1:50pm THE JIGSAW SPORTS BRANDING BRITISH EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 3) (PLUS 10 RACE) Permission was given for BIG BOOTS (IRE) to go early to post.
Ben Robinson, the rider of CHAMPAGNE CLOUDS, was slow to remove the blindfold resulting in his horse being slow to start. After being interviewed and shown recordings of the incident, Robinson’s explanation that the blindfold was tucked tightly into the bridle and took 2 attempts to remove it was noted.
Race 2 - 2:20pm THE MR GREEN'S GENTLEMAN'S DAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) ACROSS DUBAI wore earplugs which were removed at the start.
Race 3 - 2:55pm THE SKF ROUS SELLING STAKES (CLASS 3) Following the race, Jamie Gormley reported that HABANERA, unplaced, hung left under pressure and Lemos de Souza reported that MAZEO LAD (IRE), unplaced, ran flat. The Veterinary Officer subsequently reported that MAZEO LAD (IRE) was lame left hind.
Race 4 - 3:30pm THE IRISH THOROUGHBRED MARKETING HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Permission was given for PENNSYLVANIA DUTCH and THE GREAT WALL (USA) to go early to post.
EXECUTIVE FORCE, trained by Michael Wigham, and due to run in the 3.30pm race was declared a non-runner at 2.14pm with a Veterinary Certificate. As the horse was not on course, the trainer was fined £500 for failing to notify either the Racing Calendar Office or Clerk of the Scales in sufficient time.
Following the race, David Egan reported that JUANITO CHICO (IRE), unplaced, was never travelling.
Race 6 - 4:40pm THE EBF BREEDERS' SERIES FILLIES' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) EXCELLENT TIMES wore earplugs which were removed at the start.
The performance of MAID IN INDIA (IRE) which started favourite and finished unplaced, was considered. Eric Alston could offer no explanation for the filly’s performance. MAID IN INDIA (IRE) was routine tested.
Inside 2 furlongs out, MAID IN INDIA (IRE), unplaced, lugged left and CARLTON FRANKIE, placed sixth, shifted right, causing EXCELLENT TIMES, placed second, to be briefly tightened for room but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Race 7 - 5:15pm THE COOPERS MARQUEES APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) The Starter reported that JAN DE HEEM was the subject of a third criteria failure. Tina Jackson was informed that the gelding could not run until the day after passing a stalls test.
An enquiry was held to consider interference shortly after the start when ALL MY LOVE (IRE), placed sixth, ridden by Sebastian Woods interfered with ST MALO (USA), unplaced, ridden by Harrison Shaw, which in turn interfered with CORNBOROUGH, placed fifth, ridden by Callum Rodriguez, which in turn causes interference to JACBEQUICK, unplaced, ridden by Conor McGovern. Woods was suspended for 5 days for careless riding as he had allowed his horse to drift left causing the 3 riders on his left to be tightened for room and consequently the rider of JACBEQUICK had to take a check against the rail.
Inside the final ½ furlong, ZIHAAM, placed third, hung left causing slight interference to ZEELANDER, placed second, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved. View Stewards report Aintree, 15 Jun 18 Race 1 - 5:45pm THE BETFRED TV CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS' HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) An enquiry was held to consider why N. W. Alexander was running BENNY’S SECRET (IRE) here at Aintree on going described as Good (Good to Firm in Places), having declared the gelding a non-runner at Hexham on 2 June 2018 on ground with the same official description. The trainer stated that, having walked the track today, he was satisfied that BENNY’S SECRET (IRE) would handle the faster ground due to the flatter track and the lightly raced surface here at Aintree.
Permission was given for CRAGGAKNOCK and LOUGH SALT (IRE) to go early to post.
The sponsorship in relation to Robert Williams did not comply with the Sponsorship Code of Conduct. Williams was warned as to his responsibility to ensure that the correct sponsorship is carried.
Leaving the back straight, CAPE HIDEAWAY, placed second, edged left onto THE GRINDER (IRE), unplaced, causing CRAGGAKNOCK, placed seventh, to be tightened for 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 CAPE HIDEAWAY.
Jamie Hamilton, the rider of MR SNOOZY, placed third, was suspended for 2 days for using his whip above the permitted level from after the third last hurdle.
Race 2 - 6:15pm THE BETFRED 'SUPPORTS JACK BERRY HOUSE' JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Following the race, Jack Quinlan reported that his saddle slipped on THE JUNGLE VIP, which was pulled up.
Race 3 - 6:50pm THE BETFRED 'TREBLE ODDS ON LUCKY 15' HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that FACT OF THE MATTER (IRE), placed fourth, lost its left fore shoe.
Race 4 - 7:20pm THE MERSEYRAIL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) An enquiry was held to consider why Ian Williams was running CAUSE TOUJOURS (FR) here at Aintree on going described as Good (Good to Firm in Places), having declared the gelding a non-runner at Stratford on 9 June 2018 on ground with the same official description. The trainer stated that, in his opinion, the ground at Stratford was faster than the ground here at Aintree today.
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 15, 2018 18:37:11 GMT
SATURDAY.
FREE TO AIR TV RACES 1:50 YORK Queen Mother's Cup Handicap (For Lady Amateur Riders) Cl3 (3yo+ 0-95) 1m4f ITV4 12 runners 2:05 SANDOWN Randox Health Scurry Stakes (Listed Race) Cl1 (3yo) 5f ITV4 10 runners 2:25 YORK JCB Handicap Cl2 (3yo+ 0-105) 7f ITV4 14 runners 2:40 CHESTER City Of London Handicap Cl2 (3yo 0-100) 1m4½f ITV4 7 runners 3:00 YORK Sky Bet Grand Cup Stakes (Listed Race) Cl1 (4yo+) 1m6f ITV4 8 runners 3:15 SANDOWN Randox Health Handicap Cl2 (3yo+ 0-100) 1m ITV4 11 runners 3:35 YORK Pavers Foundation Catherine Memorial Sprint Handicap Cl2 (3yo 0-105) 6f ITV4 20 runners
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 15, 2018 18:37:53 GMT
SATURDAY.
SCOOP 6 1:50 YORK Queen Mother's Cup Handicap (For Lady Amateur Riders) Cl3 (3yo+ 0-95) 1m4f ITV4 12 runners 2:25 YORK JCB Handicap Cl2 (3yo+ 0-105) 7f ITV4 14 runners 2:35 SANDOWN randox.com Handicap (Jockey Club Grassroots Flat Sprint Series Qualifier) Cl4 (4yo+ 0-80) 5f RUK 13 runners 3:15 SANDOWN Randox Health Handicap Cl2 (3yo+ 0-100) 1m ITV4 11 runners 3:35 YORK Pavers Foundation Catherine Memorial Sprint Handicap Cl2 (3yo 0-105) 6f ITV4 20 runners 4:05 YORK Ice Co Supporting Macmillan Handicap Cl4 (4yo+ 0-80) 1m1f RUK 17 runners
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 16, 2018 5:54:04 GMT
YORK
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
1.50 Mukhayyam
2.25 Golden Apollo (nap)
3.00 Marmelo
3.35 Bambino Lola
4.05 Dark Intention
4.40 Jfoul
5.15 Short Work
GIMCRACK
1.50 Desert Ruler
2.25 Golden Apollo
3.00 Weekender
3.35 Foxtrot Lady (nap)
4.05 God Willing
4.40 Rathbone
5.15 Short Work
SANDOWN
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
2.05 Mokaatil
2.35 Rio Ronaldo
3.15 Via Serendipity
3.50 Flavius Titus
4.25 Bathsheba Bay
5.00 Marechal Ney
5.35 Dark Pearl
GIMCRACK
2.05 Sound And Silence
2.35 Rio Ronaldo
3.15 Chiefofchiefs (nb)
3.50 Flavius Titus
4.25 Hasanoanda
5.00 Mutanaqel
5.35 Dark Pearl
FONTWELL
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
5.50 Howlongisafoot
6.25 Mercian King
6.55 Torcello
7.25 Midnight Bliss
7.55 Waikiki Waves
8.25 Mrsrobin
8.55 Starcrossed
GIMCRACK
5.50 Howlongisafoot
6.25 Mercian King
6.55 Torcello
7.25 Midnight Bliss
7.55 Amron Kali
8.25 Midnight Gem
8.55 Chimes Of Dylan
HEXHAM
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
2.15 Roman Numeral
2.45 High Jinx
3.20 The Unit
3.55 Desert Island Dusk
4.30 Kick On Dottie
5.05 Apache Pilot
5.40 Cherry Princess
GIMCRACK
2.15 Roman Numeral
2.45 High Jinx
3.20 Jacks Last Hope
3.55 Sweet Holly
4.30 Kick On Dottie
5.05 Apache Pilot
5.40 Red Ochre
CHESTER
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
2.10 Look Out Louis
2.40 Austrian School (nb)
3.10 Lady In Question
3.45 Fool For You
4.20 Mikmak
4.55 Rene Mathis
5.30 Tomahawk Kid
GIMCRACK
2.10 Dark Thunder
2.40 Istanbul Sultan
3.10 Maureb
3.45 Midsummer Knight
4.20 Candelisa
4.55 Confessional
5.30 Envoy
BATH
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
1.45 Let’s Sway
2.20 General Brook
2.55 L’Age D’Or
3.30 Swift And Sure
4.10 Poet’s Society
4.45 Aye Aye Skipper
5.20 Captain Ryan
5.55 Spot Lite
GIMCRACK
1.45 Carvelas
2.20 General Brook
2.55 Queen Of Desire
3.30 Swift And Sure
4.10 Isomer
4.45 Aqua Libre
5.20 Indian Pursuit
5.55 Spot Lite
LEICESTER
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
6.10 Chaleur
6.40 Rita’s Man
7.10 Sergio Leone
7.40 Beyond Equal
8.10 King Crimson
8.40 Panko
9.10 Misty Spirit
GIMCRACK
6.10 Chaleur
6.40 Rita’s Man
7.10 Firmdecisions
7.40 Beyond Equal
8.10 King Crimson
8.40 Camakasi
9.10 The Golden Cue
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 16, 2018 5:54:33 GMT
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 16, 2018 5:55:09 GMT
Saturday: going, weather & non-runners Bath GOING: FIRM (GoingStick 9.8) WEATHER: Showers STALLS: 1m & 1m3f - Inside; Remainder - Centre NON RUNNERS: 2:55 Soumei (1) 4:45 Shamlan (1) Chester GOING: GOOD TO FIRM (GoingStick 7.6) (Rail movements; Races 1, 3 & 6 +37yds, Races 2 & 7 +58yds, Race 4 +30yds, Race 5 +39yds) WEATHER: Showers STALLS: 1m2f - Outside; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 2:10 Critical Data (3) 3:45 Joegogo (6) Downpatrick GOING: GOOD (Watering) WEATHER: Thunderstorm Fontwell GOING: GOOD (GoingStick 5.8) (Watering) (Rail movements; Races 1, 2, 3, 6 & 7 +48yds, Races 4 & 5 +72yds) WEATHER: Showers NON RUNNERS: 8:55 G For Ginger (5) Hexham GOING: GOOD (Good to firm in places) (GoingStick 7.3) (Watering) (Rail movements: Races 1, 2 & 6 +18yds, Races 3 & 4 +22yds and Race 5 +26yds) WEATHER: Showers Leicester GOING: GOOD TO FIRM (Good in places) (GoingStick 7.5) (Watering) WEATHER: Showers STALLS: Straight course - Stands' side; Round course - Inside Limerick GOING: GOOD TO FIRM (Firm in places) (Watering) WEATHER: Thunderstorm Sandown GOING: GOOD TO FIRM (Good in places; GoingStick 7.8) (Watering) (Rail movements; Races 3, 4, 5, 6 & 7 +19yds) WEATHER: Showers STALLS: Sprint course - Far side; 1m1f - Centre; Remainder - Inside York GOING: GOOD TO FIRM (Good in places; GoingStick 7.4) (Selective watering to maintain) WEATHER: Showers STALLS: 6f (2yo) - Stands' side; 6f (3yo) & 1m4f - Centre; Remainder - Inside
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 16, 2018 5:55:56 GMT
Spotlight.
Marmelo 9-4 York, 3.00
Has only once run in Britain since his 3yo days, when close fifth (and running to form) in last season's Yorkshire Cup here; bulk of his form last season and on reappearance this year (fine second in Longchamp Group 2 last month) gives him a bit in hand of these rivals and ought to be hard to beat.
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 16, 2018 5:56:39 GMT
Paul Kealy.
Foxtrot Lady 6-1 3.35 York, Saturday
No match for the potentially top-class Equilateral at Doncaster three weeks ago, but has run out a wide-margin winner of last two handicaps and still looks well ahead of the handicapper. Half-sister to Steward's Cup winner Dancing Star, who was second in this before her Goodwood heroics, and can go one better.
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 16, 2018 5:57:11 GMT
Tom Segal.
Zalshah 12-1 3.50 Sandown, Saturday
Zalshah is much more exposed than many of his rivals in the Randox Handicap at Sandown (3.50) and he's only won 1 of his 17 starts. However he shaped as if he was a well handicapped horse over a mile at this track last time only to tire late on. The drop back to 7f will definitely be in Zalshah's favour and given his profile he is likely to be a much bigger price than he's entitled to be.
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 16, 2018 5:57:37 GMT
Faithful Trinity 9.00 (Guide price) 10.10 Sha Tin, Saturday
Former Ed Walker galloper Glorious Forever is bound to head the market with Zac Purton aboard for the first time and rightly so judged on a fine front-running second here. However, the odds will be nothing special and Faithful Trinity looks a solid each-way alternative after a fine second in a strong Happy Valley handicap. This trip looks ideal and anything north of 8-1 looks very fair.
Graham Cunningham
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 16, 2018 5:58:15 GMT
Tom Collins.
Beyond Equal 2-1 7.40 Leicester, Saturday
Stuart Kittow has a real improver on his hands in the shape of three-year-old Beyond Equal, who has proved a completely different horse this year since undergoing a gelding operation. Fifth on his reappearance over an extended five furlongs, he proved far too good for the grade when stepped up to six on his next start and handled the softer conditions when running away with a Haydock handicap when last seen. He was far better than his mark of 72 on that occasion and the 9lb rise shouldn't stop him.
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 16, 2018 5:59:10 GMT
Kevin Morley.
Rayna's World 9-1 1.50 York, Saturday
The step up to middle-distances this year has clearly suited Rayna's World who has won one of her three starts this term and ran well in defeat in the other two. As a three-year-old taking on her elders, Philip Kirby's gets a hefty 14lb weight-for-age allowance and receives weight from all her rivals as a consequence. Her latest third Doncaster third came on good ground but while she handles a decent surface, there's no doubt she's more effective with some cut. Rain and thunderstorms are forecast before racing and this would aid her chances significantly.
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 16, 2018 5:59:30 GMT
Fairymount Boy 13-8 5.25 Downpatrick, Saturday This gelding has only five modest runs over fences to his name, which came in 2016-17, but in the meantime he's improved over hurdles and finds himself rated 20lb lower in this sphere. He comes into this race off the back of an encouraging reappearance when runner-up to The Last Indian over hurdles in May and if he can get his act together over the larger obstacles he's the type who could easily chalk up a sequence.
Cathal Gahan
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Post by dennisg on Jun 16, 2018 6:43:25 GMT
news from racinguk.............York preview: Arod takes aim at Ganton Stakes for David Simcock Fri 15 Jun 2018 David Simcock believes he has Arod in “very good order” for the Ganton Stakes at York on Friday.
The seven-year-old is well travelled, having had a spell in Australia, but Simcock has also had some fun with him since he returned to Europe.
Just touched off on his seasonal return by Jallota, he won a Listed race at Windsor last time out.
Arod was declared to run in the Diomed Stakes at Epsom but Simcock felt the ground would have been too soft.
“Arod is in very good order at the moment,” said the Newmarket handler.
“He was second at Kempton first time out this year – he dusted away a few cobwebs. And then he was good at Windsor.
“We would love to have run him at Epsom but in my opinion he’s definitely better on faster ground.
“He is a horse that looks good at home. He is not short of speed and a mile is probably his perfect trip.”
Sovereign Debt was fourth in the Diomed Stakes which he had won in 2017.
That was the best effort of the campaign so far from the nine-year-old and his trainer Ruth Carr reports the popular veteran to have taken those exertions in his stride.
“He’s in good form and he’s come out of his Epsom race well,” she said.
“We wouldn’t mind a bit of rain if the weather could help us out.
“There’s not many runners and hopefully he’ll do his best.”
Andrew Balding would like to see the heavens open for Here Comes When, who lowered the colours of Ribchester when winning the Sussex Stakes at Glorious Goodwood on soft ground last summer.
The eight-year-old has just had the two races since then, the latest coming at Sandown in April, when he was fifth to Addeybb in the bet365Mile.
“Obviously, the ground is probably going to be tougher than he’d ideally want. He loves to get his toe in but as long as it’s good, safe ground we’ll take our chance,” said Balding.
“He’s in great form and I want to get a run into him. He’s in great order and I’d hope he’d run very well.”
Richard Fahey’s Another Touch and the Archie Watson-trained Chessman complete the five runners.
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Post by dennisg on Jun 16, 2018 6:46:09 GMT
Having ridden at various levels from a young age, Hughes will be one of a dozen riders raising money for the cancer charity which has a strong link with York. Hughes will ride Carnageo, who is trained in Malton by Richard Fahey. Hughes has been putting in the hard yards at Jonjo O’Neill’s Jackdaws Castle yard in Gloucester and has also ridden out at Fahey’s yard. “I’m delighted. It’s been a hugely challenging, yet unbelievably exciting five months,” said Hughes. “I have been working extremely hard with Jonjo O’Neill and Dominic Elsworth to prepare for this and can’t thank them enough. I’ve always wanted to be a jockey and they have helped make it a reality. “The experience has been fantastic but there’s still a way to go and I’m really looking forward to competing on Saturday and raising some money for Macmillan Cancer.” Each participant has pledged to raise £3,000 and last year’s event topped £150,000. A charity auction, available to view online – www.macmillanyorkraceday.co.uk – also helps raise funds.
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Post by dennisg on Jun 16, 2018 6:50:22 GMT
Ben Linfoot seeks out the best Value Bet selections at York and Sandown on Saturday afternoon with Tim Easterby fancied to win the Knavesmire feature once again. Recommended Bets: Value Bet, June 16 1pt win Lualiwa in 2.25 York at 16/1 1pt win Muntadab in 2.25 York at 14/1 1pt win Manson in 3.15 Sandown at 16/1 1pt win Angels in 3.35 York at 18/1 For details of advised bookmakers and each-way terms, visit our transparent tipping record Some heavy showers are forecast at York during racing on Saturday, so at the very least you’d expect the sting to be taken out of the ground and we could get a going change or two throughout the afternoon. It makes sense to side with horses who won’t mind a bit of rain and I think one of those might well be Tim Easterby’s ANGELS in the feature Pavers Foundation Catherine Memorial Sprint Handicap (3.35) at 18/1 (Coral, SunBets, 16s General). The first thing to acknowledge with her is that she has a 10-and-a-half length deficit to overturn with likely favourite Foxtrot Lady from Carlisle a week ago, but that wasn’t her true running and she has some viable excuses for my money. The ground was probably faster than ideal for one, while she did too much too soon early and she raced on the inside part of the track while all the action unfolded up the middle. Given an easy time of things once her chance had gone, it’s worth just putting a line through the run and looking back on her previous two efforts which suggest she is a talented sprinter full of potential. She gets a 7lb pull at the weights with Foxtrot Lady, anyway, which helps, but it’s her runs at Ripon and Pontefract earlier this season which make her really interesting in this from the bottom of the weights and off a mark of 85. It was at Ripon on May 11 where she really caught the eye, pulverising an 83-rated rival by four lengths off level weights as she relished the drop back to six furlongs after running over seven on debut two weeks previously. After that she beat Hugo Palmer’s Breaking Records by nearly three lengths under hands and heels riding at Pontefract, with that rival subsequently franking the form with a length victory in a Haydock handicap off a mark of 80. It was no wonder she was sent off 11/8 for that Carlisle handicap eight days ago, and such a blip shouldn’t see her trading at 18/1 for this, especially as her trainer has won the race three times in the last five years including 12 months ago. That day Jimmy Sullivan rode Golden Apollo to victory off a low weight following a quick turnaround and, at the prices, it’s worth backing lightning striking twice with Angels. 20 12 Angels8 38-5OR: 85BFD 14/1 Form: 2115T: T D EasterbyJ: J P Sullivan Last run Live betting powered by Earlier on at York it’s the JCB Handicap over seven furlongs and Spanish City looks the right favourite here following his narrow win at Doncaster last time. The third home that day, Escobar, franked the form at Haydock on Thursday night and, up just 3lb, you’d expect Spanish City to be competitive again. The one thing that puts me off him is that he seemed to relish a strong pace at Doncaster and that’s not guaranteed in this with only a few likely to go forward. With tactics in mind in and in what looks a tight race from a handicapping point of view, I’m taking two horses against the field that could dominate from a prominent position. LUALIWA (16/1 General) and MUNTADAB (14/1 General) are the duo in question and the former is nicely drawn in stall one for trainer Kevin Ryan. He should be able to conserve energy in the early stages from that berth, something he hasn’t been able to do on his last two starts. He used up too much petrol from a wide draw here at York last time, while before that he did too much too soon in testing ground at Haydock. Back at York from a nice draw he should go well and he usually does go well here, finishing second and first in handicaps on the Knavesmire last summer. His very easy win at Musselburgh off 92 at the end of March is good recent form and it tells you he’s still fairly handicapped when things drop his way considering his current rate of progression. I want him on side but he might not get things his own way up front with Muntadab in close attendance. He was outclassed in the John Of Gaunt at Haydock last week but his second in a handicap off his current mark of 100 at Chester prior to that gives hope that he can be competitive back at this level. He’s another that goes well at York having finished a very close second here twice in big-field handicaps and he’s improved his form since stepping up to seven furlongs. The Invincible Spirit gelding absolutely loves getting his toe in so he’d appreciate every drop of rain they get and it’s well worth taking the 16s in anticipation of the heavy showers. 5 1 Lualiwa21 49-7OR: 97CD 14/1 Form: 60-0169T: K A RyanJ: Kevin Stott Last run Live betting powered by 3 4 Muntadab7 69-10OR: 100D 12/1 Form: 510-627T: Roger FellJ: T Hamilton Last run Live betting powered by Finally, it could be worth chancing MANSON at 16/1 (General) in the Randox Health Handicap at Sandown (3.15). There’s nothing obviously progressing at a rate of knots in this race and it looks another tight handicap where course nous might count for plenty. Which is good, as this horse goes well at Sandown having won a handicap here off 85, while he was a close fourth off 93 and fifth off 95 in his next two starts at the track. His form tailed off last season, including a below-par run here, but he’s dropped 3lb to a more competitive mark on the back of it and he goes very well fresh. Indeed, that win off 85 here came off a six-month break and this is his first start for 255 days. The first-time blinkers might well wake him up, too. It’s encouraging that he ran well in first-time cheekpieces the only time he tried the sheepskin and his famous half-brother, Jack Hobbs, won a certain Sheema Classic in first-time blinkers. He likes to come from off the pace and when he won here they didn’t go that fast, he just seems to click into top gear when he faces the Sandown hill. If the blinkers and the break have sharpened him up his course form entitles him to be shorter than the 16/1 available. 5 5 Mansonb1255 59-8OR: 92CD 14/1 Form: 735300-T: D J S Ffrench DavisJ: J F Egan Last run Live betting powered by Posted at 1700 BST on 15/06/18. Ben Linfoot's Value Bet aim: The Value Bet is designed to generate long-term profit by searching for overpriced horses in the feature weekend races and at the big Festivals in the UK. Running total: +338.14pts to advised stakes/prices (from inception of Value Bet column in January 2010 to current).
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Post by dennisg on Jun 16, 2018 6:52:56 GMT
Our star columnist has runners at York, Chester and Leicester on Saturday - check out his unmissable horse-by-horse guide. Best chances: 12 10 The Feathered Nest21 48-13OR: 89BFD 8/1 Form: 3197-13T: R A FaheyJ: P Hanagan Last run Live betting powered by 10 5 International Man31 39-1OR: 76 5/1 Form: 42008-5T: R A FaheyJ: J Garritty Last run Live betting powered by 6 7 Danehill Desert18 39-1OR: 67BFD 5/2 Form: 734-525T: R A FaheyJ: J Garritty Last run Live betting powered by We run three in the JCB Handicap at York on Saturday and it's a very competitive affair. Gallipoli has been kept for this race and is a horse who’s going to win a big handicap at some stage. Trip, track and draw all look spot on here and hopefully he’ll put it all together. Rain is forecast which would really help Stamp Hill. We are very, very happy with him right now but to be at his best he’d need slower ground. I thought The Feathered Nest ran better than the finishing position suggests at Chester last time and she’s progressing along the right lines. Paul Hanagan has chosen her from our trio and he’s probably right to do so. Bengali Boys is one of four we run in the Pavers Foundation Catherine Memorial Sprint Handicap. We’re still in twilight land with him, he isn’t good enough for pattern races and will find it tough from a mark of 101 in races like this. We’ll give it a shot though. Gabrial The Saint is progressing really well and you can’t knock his last two wins at Chester and Leicester. The handicapper has had his say and put him up 11lb for the second of those but he’d have won with that much more there and hopefully he can still be competitive. We’re trying to find the key to Great Prospector who has been disappointing. We’re coming back to basics here, running over six, and that will tell us which way we need to go in the future. Zap wears blinkers for the first time. He ran really well when touched off by Clubbable here two starts ago and it’s just a question of whether he’s quick enough for this. Hopefully the headgear will help. Cadeau Magnifique needs to step up on what he’s been doing in the Ice Co Supporting Macmillan Handicap and slower ground would help him. Paddy Power is a complete enigma and does his own thing. He’ll win again somewhere and if it’s a going day he wouldn’t be out of the Jill Willows Handicap despite top weight. I was very pleased with Gabrial The Wire’s debut run at Chester. He was very green that day and has improved quite a bit for the experience. He returns there for the Crabbie's Alcoholic Ginger Beer Novice Median Auction Stakes on Saturday and we’re happy with him. We also run Ventura Bay. He was very disappointing at York on his first run but shaped better at Wetherby next time. Whether a sharp six around here will suit we’ll see but he has a decent draw. Lady In Question has two ways of running but has been in good form this season. She’s fared well with stall one for the Whitley Neill Handcraft Gin Fillies' Handicap and is very fit and very well heading there. Fool For You is another with a great draw in the Liverpool Organic Gin Handicap and she’d have a chance if taking to the track. Andok is an extremely disappointing horse. We’re very happy with him at home but are now hoping the Roodee will spark him into life in the Whitley Neill Rhubarb & Ginger Handicap. If he runs like he has been he’ll be tailed off but he continues to please us at Musley Bank. It’s very frustrating. Six furlongs around here might be sharp enough for Gabrial The Tiger in the Aber Falls Welsh Gin Handicap. He’s in great order though and Marwan Koukash likes runners here so we’ll see what happens. He also owns Rene Mathis who is starting to slip down the ratings. It’s about time they gave him a chance and he’s going well at home. Gabrial’s King has been running well of late and doing nothing wrong. The Crabbie Whiskey Handicap is a competitive little race but we have a chance. Parion is our first two-year-old runner of the season for Cheveley Park in the British Stallion Studs EBF Fillies' Novice Stakes at Leicester. She’s by Mayson and we’re pleased with the early signs at home but the run will do her the world of good. International Man ran a cracker in a competitive heat at York on his reappearance and it would be no shock to see him go close in the Racing UK Handicap. I think Lucky Lucky Man is badly handicapped. He won a poor race at Catterick as a two-year-old, went up 11lb for it, and has been paying the price ever since. He continues to struggle but hopefully I’m wrong about his rating and he’ll run a bit better in the H.A.C. Pipeline Supplies Handicap. Danehill Desert is ready to win races again and everything looks right for him in the Asfordby Handicap. I’ll be disappointed if he doesn’t go very close.
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Post by dennisg on Jun 17, 2018 5:43:13 GMT
in today's sporting life.................... Keith Hamer previews Sunday's action in Britain and Ireland with a selection for every race at every meeting. Punters got their fingers burnt when Equitation returned at Doncaster last month after a lengthy lay-off but can retrieve their money with interest back at Town Moor on Sunday. Although beaten, the Roger Varian-trained four-year-old made a promising comeback to finish fifth, only a length and three-quarters behind the winner, Watchable. The fact he was sent off 7/2 favourite for a competitive sprint after 227 days off the track spoke volumes and Equitation is certainly worth another chance over the course and distance. Before his enforced break, he had struck on his two previous starts, at Doncaster and Yarmouth. A return to winning ways is on the cards and with only four races under his belt, the best may be yet to come from Equitation. Knighted opened his account at the fifth attempt at Nottingham five weeks ago on his second outing following a 172-day absence. Kevin Ryan's charge has been put up 5lb for getting on top at the end of the extended mile to defeat Tight Lines by a length and three-quarters. It does not look enough to stop the Sir Prancealot gelding doubling up in the Britvic Handicap. Shabaaby can register an overdue Listed success in the British Stallion Studs EBF Cathedral Stakes at Salisbury. The Kyllachy colt has failed in two previous efforts at this level, the first when he was only fourth to Rebel Assault in the Rockingham Stakes at York in October when an evens favourite. The Owen Burrows-trained colt, owned by Sheikh Hamdan Al Maktoum, had been backed as though defeat was out of the question after facile victories at Newmarket and Doncaster. He shaped well on his return at Newbury last month when third to Never Back Down in the Listed Carnavon Stakes when an 8/1 chance. There is still time for Shabaaby to justify his tall purchase price of 270,000 guineas as a yearling. He holds an entry in the Commonwealth Cup at Royal Ascot which might be realistic should he strut his stuff in Wiltshire. Sunsprite hit the mark earlier this month and can continue his progression in the Peter Walwyn Memorial Novice Stakes. He stepped up from his initial debut at this track to win at Bath last time, showing a fine attitude which should stand him in good stead again here. Gumriyah showed promise on both her starts as a two-year-old and John Gosden's runner can waste no time in getting off the mark in the Wateraid Mildren Construction Confined Fillies' Novice Stakes. Her two starts were over seven furlongs and a mile and she gave the impression she would be suited by the step up to a mile and a quarter. Sporting Life tips CORK: 2.20 Mohawk, 2.50 Excelling Spirit, 3.20 Captain Power, 3.50 Jaega, 4.20 Clongowes, 4.50 Victory Salute, 5.20 Cracking Name. DONCASTER: 2.10 Storm Ahead, 2.40 Camelot Rakti, 3.10 White Light, 3.40 EQUITATION (NAP), 4.10 Dawn Dancer, 4.40 Knighted, 5.10 Place Des Vosges. DOWNPATRICK: 2.30 Montauk Flyer, 3.00 Victoria Bay, 3.30 Turbo, 4.00 The King Of Brega, 4.30 Count Simon, 5.00 Getaway Rose, 5.30 Boragh Beat. SALISBURY: 2.25 Unbridled Spirit, 2.55 Acquirer, 3.25 Gumriyah, 3.55 Sunsprite, 4.15 Shabaaby, 4.55 Eula Varner, 5.25 Handytalk. DOUBLE: Equitation and Shabaaby.
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Post by dennisg on Jun 17, 2018 5:46:37 GMT
Royal Ascot 2018 gets under way on June 19 and we've got all the information you need ahead of the five-day spectacular, including features and tips, race times and schedule plus the latest Sky Bet odds and offers. CONTENTS Royal Ascot Schedule Royal Ascot Tips & Features Royal Ascot Odds Royal Ascot On TV Royal Ascot Videos Royal Ascot Dress Code Breeders' Cup Challenge Races Top Royal Ascot Trainers Top Royal Ascot Jockeys 1. Royal Ascot Schedule Day 1 - Tuesday June 19 2.30: Queen Anne Stakes (Group One) 3.05: Coventry Stakes (Group Two) 3.40: King's Stand Stakes (Group One) 4.20: St James's Palace Stakes (Group One) 5.00: Ascot Stakes (Handicap) 5.35: Wolferton Rated Stakes (Listed) Day 2 - Wednesday June 20 2.30: Queen Mary Stakes (Group Two) 3.05: Queen's Vase (Group Two) 3.40: Duke Of Cambridge Stakes (Group Two) 4.20: Prince Of Wales's Stakes (Group One) 5.00: Royal Hunt Cup (Handicap) 5.35: Jersey Stakes (Group Three) Day 3 - Thursday June 21 2.30: Norfolk Stakes (Group Two) 3.05: Hampton Court Stakes (Group Three) 3.40: Ribblesdale Stakes (Group Two) 4.20: Gold Cup (Group One) 5.00: Britannia Stakes (Handicap) 5.35: King George V Stakes (Handicap) Day 4 - Friday June 22 2.30: Albany Stakes (Group Three) 3.05: King Edward VII Stakes (Group Two) 3.40: Commonwealth Cup (Group One) 4.20: Coronation Stakes (Group One) 5.00: Sandringham Stakes (Listed) 5.00: Duke Of Edinburgh Stakes (Handicap) Day 5 - Saturday June 23 2.30: Chesham Stakes (Listed) 3.05: Hardwicke Stakes (Group Two) 3.40: Windsor Castle Stakes (Listed) 4.20: Diamond Jubilee Stakes (Group One) 5.00: Wokingham Stakes (Handicap) 5.35: Queen Alexandra Stakes (Conditions) Caravaggio Caravaggio on his way to victory in the 2017 Commonwealth Cup 2. Royal Ascot Tips & Features More to follow including betting previews from Ben Linfoot, Simon Holt, Oli Bell, Alex Hammond, Donn McClean and more... Royal Ascot Podcast - Ed Chamberlin and Oli Bell join our regular racing team to look ahead to Royal Ascot - and between them they stumble across an over 3000/1 accumulator. Royal Ascot: Super Sires - Ben Linfoot with 10 sires whose progeny could light up Royal Ascot 2018 as he looks at their meeting and overall course strike-rates in the build-up to the five-day festival. Richard Fahey: My Ascot team - The top trainer takes us through his team for Royal Ascot with Sands Of Mali leading the raiding party. Royal Ascot bankers - Get the best Royal Ascot bets from Oli Bell, Mike Cattermole, Ed Chamberlin, Richard Fahey, Alex Hammond, Simon Holt and our racing team. Paul Hanagan on Ascot expectations - Ben Linfoot chats to the former champion jockey, with Commonwealth Cup hopeful Sands Of Mali one of his best rides at this year’s extravaganza. Five clashes to savour - It's Royal Ascot and courtesy of QIPCO British Champions Series we focus on five mouthwatering clashes to look forward to. Matt Brocklebank's Antepost Angle - Don't miss our long-range advice for six of the Group races at this year's big meeting. Torcedor wins at Ascot Torcedor features among our long-range selections 3. Royal Ascot Odds Sky Bet are offering Non-Runner No Bet on a wide range of Royal Ascot races ahead of the start of the summer spectacular and make Lockinge Stakes winner Rhododendron 3/1 favourite to win the opening Queen Anne Stakes on day one. Order Of St George heads the betting in the Ascot Gold Cup, though he's closely followed by the highly progressive Stradivarius. The firm have also priced up markets on Top Jockey and Top Trainer for the five days, with Ryan Moore (4/6) and Aidan O'Brien (1/2) the respective odds-on favourites. Rhododendron on her way to Lockinge victory Rhododendron on her way to Lockinge victory 4. Where to watch Royal Ascot on TV During Royal Ascot, all 30 races will be broadcast live on ITV, totalling approximately 30 hours of live coverage across the week. The Opening Show preview programme will be shown daily at 10am along with daytime coverage starting at 1.30pm. Usually all races are shown on ITV1, however as it is a World Cup year, there have been some scheduling changes. ROYAL ASCOT Tuesday 19 June Royal Ascot: The Opening Show 0930-1030 ITV4 Royal Ascot: Live Racing 1330-1525 ITV1 & 1520-1800 ITV4 Wednesday 20 June Royal Ascot: The Opening Show 0930-1030 ITV4 Royal Ascot: Live Racing 1330-1800 ITV1 Thursday 21 June Royal Ascot: The Opening Show 0930-1030 ITV4 Royal Ascot: Live Racing 1330-1800 ITV4 Friday 22 June Royal Ascot: The Opening Show 0930-1030 ITV4 Royal Ascot: Live Racing 1330-1525 ITV4 & 1520-1800 ITV1 Saturday 23 June Royal Ascot: The Opening Show 0930-1030 ITV4 Royal Ascot: Live Racing 1330-1525 ITV4 & 1520-1800 ITV1 5. Royal Ascot Videos Ascot: Tales Of The Track British Champions Series - Tales Of The Tracks Explore The Royal Enclosure Royal Ascot 2018 | The Royal Enclosure Frankie Dettori and his 50 Royal Ascot wins Ascot the 'best racecourse in the world' - Frankie Dettori Yeats - The great Gold Cup hero Relive Yeats's historical quadruple Gold Cup success The jockey's perspective What is it like to ride a Royal Ascot winner? The making of the Gold Cup The making of the Royal Ascot Gold Cup - Like Nowhere Else 6. Royal Ascot dress code The dress code set out below is designed to help racegoers to dress appropriately for the occasion. Please note that a different dress code applies for each enclosure. ROYAL ENCLOSURE LADIES Ladies are kindly reminded that formal day wear is a requirement in the Royal Enclosure, defined as follows: Dresses and skirts should be of modest length defined as falling just above the knee or longer. Dresses and tops should have straps of one inch or greater. Jackets and pashminas may be worn but dresses and tops underneath should still comply with the Royal Enclosure dress code. Trouser suits are welcome. They should be of full-length to the ankle and of matching material and colour. Jumpsuits are welcome. They should be of full-length to the ankle, with regulations matching that for dresses. Hats should be worn; however a headpiece which has a solid base of 4 inches (10cm) or more in diameter is acceptable as an alternative to a hat. Ladies are kindly asked to note the following: Strapless, off the shoulder, one shoulder, halter neck, bardot and spaghetti straps are not permitted. Midriffs must be covered. Fascinators are not permitted in the Royal Enclosure; neither are headpieces which do not have a base covering a sufficient area of the head (4 inches / 10cm). GENTLEMEN Gentlemen are kindly reminded that it is a requirement to wear either black or grey morning dress which must include: A waistcoat and tie (no cravats). A black or grey top hat. Black shoes. A gentleman may remove his top hat within a restaurant, a private box, a private club or that facility’s terrace, balcony or garden. Hats may also be removed within any enclosed external seating area within the Royal Enclosure Garden. The customisation of top hats (with, for example, coloured ribbons or bands) is not permitted in the Royal Enclosure. CHILDREN (admitted on Friday and Saturday only) Girls (aged 10-17) should be dressed in accordance to the Ladies’ dress code. However, they may wear a headpiece or a fascinator as an alternative to a hat, without any size restrictions. Boys (aged 10-17) should either dress in accordance with the gentlemen’s dress code or alternatively may wear a dark-coloured lounge suit with a shirt and tie. OVERSEAS VISITORS Overseas visitors are welcome to wear the formal National Dress of their country or Service Dress. SERVING MILITARY PERSONNEL Serving military personnel are welcome to wear Service Dress or equivalent. Racegoers celebrate at Ascot Racegoers celebrate at Ascot QUEEN ANNE ENCLOSURE LADIES Ladies within the Queen Anne Enclosure are encouraged to dress in a manner as befits a formal occasion. Ladies are kindly asked to take particular note of the following: A hat, headpiece or fascinator should be worn at all times. Strapless or sheer strap dresses and tops are not permitted. Please note our definition of strapless includes off the shoulder, bardot style and one shoulder dresses. Trouser suits and jumpsuits must be full-length and worn with a top that adheres to the guidelines above (i.e. strapless or sheer strap tops are not permitted). Jackets and pashminas may be worn but dresses and tops underneath should still comply with the Queen Anne Enclosure admission dress code. Midriffs must be covered. Shorts are not permitted GENTLEMEN Gentlemen are required to wear a full-length suit with jacket and trousers of the same colour and pattern with a shirt and tie. Socks must also be worn and should cover the ankle. Gentlemen are kindly asked to wear a tie at all times and to note that bow ties and cravats are not allowed. Trainers are not permitted. VILLAGE ENCLOSURE LADIES Ladies within the Village Enclosure are encouraged to dress in a manner as befits a formal occasion and ladies are kindly asked to take note of the following: A hat, headpiece or fascinator should be worn at all times. Strapless or sheer strap dresses and tops are not permitted. Please note our definition of strapless includes off the shoulder, bardot style and one shoulder dresses. Trouser suits and jumpsuits must be full-length and worn with a top that adheres to the guidelines above. Midriffs must be covered. Shorts are not permitted. Please note, the Village Enclosure is largely an outdoor area and ladies should consider their hat size and choice of shoe accordingly. Smaller hats or fascinators and wedges are recommended in place of larger hats or stilettos. GENTLEMEN Gentlemen are required to wear a jacket, full-length trousers, collared shirt and tie. Jeans and trainers are not permitted. Bow ties and cravats are not permitted. Socks must also be worn and should cover the ankle. 7. Breeders' Cup Challenge Races In its continuing international expansion of the Breeders’ Cup Challenge series, the Breeders’ Cup, in conjunction with Ascot Racecourse, announced that winners of this year’s Prince of Wales’s Stakes (G1), Queen Anne Stakes (G1) Norfolk Stakes (G2) and Diamond Jubilee Stakes (G1) at the Royal Ascot meeting, will be awarded automatic “Win and You’re In” berths into the 2018 Breeders’ Cup World Championships at Churchill Downs. All four races will be televised live and streamed in the US as a part of NBC Sports Group’s live coverage of the Royal Ascot meeting. The Breeders’ Cup Challenge is an international series of more than 80 graded/group stakes races whose winners receive automatic starting positions and fees paid into a corresponding race of the Breeders’ Cup World Championships, which will be run at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky on Friday, November 2 and Saturday, November 3. The Breeders’ Cup Challenge races at the 2018 Royal Ascot meeting are as follows: The Queen Anne Stakes, June 19, for 4-year-olds and older at one mile on turf, will give the winner an automatic berth into the Breeders’ Cup Mile (G1). Queen Anne Stakes winners Barathea (IRE) and Goldikova (IRE) also won the Breeders’ Cup Mile. The Prince of Wales’s Stakes, June 20, for 4-year-olds and older at 1 mile, two furlongs on turf, will give the winner an automatic berth into the 1 1/2 mile Longines Breeders’ Cup Turf (G1). Prince of Wales’s Stakes winners Fantastic Light and Highland Reel (IRE) also won the Breeders’ Cup Turf. The Norfolk Stakes, June 21, for 2-year-old males and fillies at five furlongs. The winner will receive a free berth into the new Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Turf Sprint, which will be run at 5 ½ furlongs. The Diamond Jubilee Stakes, June 23, for 4-year-olds and older at six furlongs on turf, awards the winner with an automatic berth into the Breeders’ Cup Turf Sprint (G1), which will be run at 5 1/2 furlongs. Sioux Nation and Aidan O'Brien Sioux Nation and Aidan O'Brien 8. Top current trainers at the Royal meeting Name Total number of wins Sir Michael Stoute 75 Aidan O’Brien IRE 61 John Gosden 43 Mark Johnston 41 Saeed bin Suroor 36 Paul Cole 21 Mick Channon 18 Dermot Weld IRE 17 David Elsworth 15 Luca Cumani 11 James Fanshawe 10 The above table features currently licenced trainers 9. Top current jockeys at the Royal meeting Name Total number of wins Frankie Dettori 56 Ryan Moore 48 Jamie Spencer 24 William Buick 20 Olivier Peslier 16 The above table features currently licenced jockeys A flying dismount from Frankie Dettori after Cracksman's narrow win
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 17, 2018 6:28:25 GMT
Bath, 16 Jun 18 Race 1 - 1:45pm THE BET PLACEPOT AT totesport.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV I) Following the race, Trevor Whelan reported that GRAMS AND OUNCES, placed fifth, slipped on the bend entering the home straight. The Veterinary Officer subsequently reported that the gelding had bled from the nose. James Bennett reported that BASSINO (USA), placed eighth, was unsuited by the ground, which was officially described as Firm, and would prefer a slower surface.
Race 2 - 2:20pm THE BET PLACEPOT AT totesport.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV II) Permission was given for GENERAL BROOK (IRE) and HOWARDIAN HILLS (IRE) to go early to post.
AVOCADEAU (IRE), trained by Stuart Kittow, was late in the Parade Ring due to the trainer having to replace the girth on the gelding.
Following the race, Tony Newcombe reported that HOUSE OF FRAUDS (IRE), unplaced, had a breathing problem.
Race 3 - 2:55pm THE totescoop6 IT'S A ROLLOVER /BRITISH EBF CONFINED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (No more than five Flat runs) Permission was given for BE BE KING (IRE) to go early to post.
Race 4 - 3:30pm THE totescoop6 PLAY TODAY/BRITISH EBF FILLIES' NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (PLUS 10 RACE) Following the race, Silvestre De Sousa reported that HAPPY HARMONY, which was eased in the closing stages and finished unplaced, hung badly right-handed. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the filly failed to reveal any abnormalities. Jim Boyle reported that SHINING, unplaced, lost its left hind shoe and was struck into. The Veterinary Officer further reported that YFENNI (IRE), unplaced, lost its right hind shoe.
Race 5 - 4:10pm THE totesport.com SOMERSETSHIRE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) POET'S SOCIETY, trained by Mark Johnston, won at Goodwood the previous day. The Veterinary Officer reported that a pre-race examination of the gelding deemed it fit to race.
Race 6 - 4:45pm THE totesport DOWNLOAD THE APP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for TALLY’S SON to go early to post.
Approaching the final furlong, AYE AYE SKIPPER (IRE), placed second, drifted marginally right-handed, carrying the winner, COACHELLA (IRE), slightly off its intended line, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Following the race, Silvestre De Sousa reported that AQUA LIBRE, placed sixth, was denied a clear run, Hollie Doyle reported that BARISTA (IRE), unplaced, hung left-handed, Poppy Bridgwater reported that NO APPROVAL (IRE), unplaced, hung left-handed and Charles Bishop reported that EDGE (IRE), placed fourth, slipped on the bend exiting the back straight.
The winner, COACHELLA (IRE), appeared to show improved form, compared with its previous run at Nottingham on 30 May 2018 where the gelding finished eleventh, beaten by 29¼ lengths. The representative of Ed De Giles’s explanation that the gelding was better suited by the ground, which was officially described as Firm on this occasion, and had appreciated the application of first-time blinkers, was noted. COACHELLA (IRE) was routine tested.
Race 7 - 5:20pm THE DOUBLE DELIGHT HAT-TRICK HEAVEN AT totesport.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Approaching the final furlong, INDIAN PURSUIT (IRE), unplaced, lugged right-handed, momentarily causing COMPTON PRINCE, placed sixth, to be checked in its run, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Following the race, Silvestre De Sousa reported that INDIAN PURSUIT (IRE), unplaced, lost its action. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities. Laura Coughlan reported that DIAMOND PURSUIT, unplaced, was denied a clear run inside the final 2 furlongs.
Race 8 - 5:55pm THE CHECK SCOOP6 RESULTS AT totepoolliveinfo.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) PRANCEABOOTTHETOON (IRE), trained by Milton Bradley, was late in the Parade Ring. Being satisfied that this was due to the rider being late to weigh out having been a late replacement, no further action was taken.
Following the race, Silvestre De Sousa reported that IT'S A WISH, placed eighth, hung right-handed. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the filly failed to reveal any abnormalities. View Stewards report Hexham, 16 Jun 18 Fixture Note After Race 1 the going was changed to Good (from Good, Good to Firm in Places). Race 1 - 2:15pm THE MARIE CURIE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Permission was given for ROMAN NUMERAL (IRE) and BROTHER SCOTT to go early to post.
Following the race, Dale Irving reported that INDIAN VOYAGE (IRE), unplaced, was never travelling and the Veterinary Officer reported that ROMAN NUMERAL (IRE), unplaced, had lost its left front shoe, MILANS WELL (IRE), placed eighth, had lost its right front shoe and AGENTLEMAN (IRE), placed second, had lost its right hind shoe.
Race 2 - 2:45pm THE ANDY CALVERT CELEBRATION NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Following the race the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination during routine testing revealed CRUSHED, unplaced, had been struck into on its left hind and lost its left hind shoe.
Race 3 - 3:20pm THE ST MARTINS CARE NOVICES' STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Following the race, Kenny Johnson reported that HARD KNOCKS (IRE), unplaced, had a breathing problem and Thomas Dowson reported that SIGURD (GER), placed fifth, jumped poorly. Sam Coltherd reported that LEONASISLAND (IRE), unplaced, ran too free and jumped right-handed.
Race 4 - 3:55pm THE POLA MINERALS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Henry Brooke, the rider of the winner, CARD GAME (IRE) was suspended for 2 days for using his whip in the closing stages when clearly winning.
Race 5 - 4:30pm THE SAN LORENZO HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Approaching the second last hurdle, the winner, THE JAM MAN (IRE), which was racing keenly ran onto and clipped the heels of SECOND TIME AROUND, placed second, as LOULOUMILLS, placed fourth, which was also racing keenly became short of room and had to be checked. 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 THE JAM MAN (IRE).
The performance of KICK ON DOTTIE (IRE) which finished fifth of five, was considered. Ruth Jefferson’s explanation that the mare may have failed to stay the 3 miles on this occasion was noted. The Veterinary Officer subsequently reported that KICK ON DOTTIE (IRE) was treated for post-race ataxia.
Race 6 - 5:05pm THE HADRIAN HEALTHCARE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Permission was given for EMKAE (IRE) to go early to post.
Having reviewed recordings of the false start, the Starters were satisfied that no riders should be reported for contravening the starting procedures.
The performance of FOLLOW THE SWALLOW (IRE) which started favourite and finished unplaced, was considered. Graeme McPherson’s representative could offer no explanation for the gelding’s performance other than that FOLLOW THE SWALLOW (IRE) is inconsistent. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of FOLLOW THE SWALLOW (IRE) during routine testing failed to reveal any abnormalities.
The performance of SHINE AWAY (IRE) which was pulled up was considered. Sue Smith could offer no explanation for the mare’s performance. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of SHINE AWAY (IRE) failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Following the race, Brian Hughes reported that EMKAE (IRE), which was pulled up, had stopped quickly and Alison Hamilton reported that the gelding had a breathing problem. Jamie Hamilton reported that SUPER LUNAR (IRE), which was pulled up, lost action going down the hill and the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities. Ross Chapman reported that SOLWAY TRIGGER, which was pulled up, was never travelling and the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 7 - 5:40pm THE MARIE CURIE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Qualifier for the Northern Lights Two Mile Hurdle Series) ALEXANDER THE GREY wore earplugs which were removed at the start.
Following the race, Finian O'Toole reported that BIG THUNDER, which was pulled up, was reluctant to jump off, was never travelling and stopped quickly. View Stewards report Leicester, 16 Jun 18 Fixture Note The Veterinary Officer reported that one of the two sampling boxes was in poor condition and had old droppings in it. The Clerk of the Course was interviewed, together with the Veterinary Officer and one of the EWIO’s and a report sent to the Head Office of the British Horseracing Authority. Race 2 - 6:40pm THE HUNGARTON CLAIMING STAKES (CLASS 5) Following the race Harry Bentley reported that STAR OF ZAAM (IRE), placed second, hung right throughout. The Veterinary Officer reported that TAKIAH, placed third, lost its left hind shoe.
Race 3 - 7:10pm THE RACING UK HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Permission was given for AREEN HEART (FR) to go early to post.
The Starter reported that Martin Harley, the rider of AREEN HEART (FR) had originally entered the wrong stall. The rider and Starter were interviewed and shown recordings of the incident. The rider was cautioned.
An enquiry was held to consider interference approximately 4 ½ furlongs out, when KASER (IRE), unplaced, ridden by David Egan interfered with ZAFARANAH (USA), unplaced, ridden by John Fahy. Egan was suspended for 4 days for careless riding as he allowed his mount to drift left when insufficiently clear of ZEFARANAH (USA), carrying Fahy off his intended line before having to take a significant check off heels.
Following the race David Egan reported that KASER (IRE), unplaced, stopped quickly. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 4 - 7:40pm THE H.A.C. PIPELINE SUPPLIES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Permission was given for LUCKY LUCKY MAN (IRE) and WAFEER (IRE) to go early to post.
Following the race David Egan reported that BEYOND EQUAL, unplaced, ran too free.
Race 5 - 8:10pm THE SIX HILLS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Following the race Robert Winston reported that A SURE WELCOME, placed fourth, jumped awkwardly from stalls and was slowly away. Sophie Ralston reported that PROMINNA, placed third, took a false step approximately 2 ½ furlongs out.
Race 6 - 8:40pm THE BRITBET COMING SOON HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Martin Harley, the rider of the winner, PANKO (IRE), was suspended for 9 days for using his whip above the permitted level from approaching two furlongs out.
The performance of ESSPEEGEE which finished seventh was considered. The representative of Alan Bailey’s could give no other explanation other than he felt the gelding had an interrupted run.
Race 7 - 9:10pm THE ASFORDBY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Richard Phillips had obtained prior permission from the BHA to run MADAME RITZ (IRE) partially shod.
Following the race Tom Marquand reported that MISTY SPIRIT, placed sixth, hung right.
The winner, BOMAD, appeared to show improved form, compared with its previous run at Haydock on 7 June 2018 where the gelding finished ninth of nine, beaten by 6 ½ lengths on Good to Firm. Derek Shaw’s explanation that the gelding may have appreciated the slightly easier surface on this occasion, which was Good to Firm, Good in places. BOMAD was routine tested. View Stewards report Sandown Park, 16 Jun 18 Race 1 - 2:05pm THE RANDOX HEALTH SCURRY STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) Permission was given for ROCK ON BAILEYS and WINGS OF THE ROCK (IRE) to wear hoods the Parade Ring and for SPOOF to go early to post.
YOUKAN (IRE) slipped on the walkway and unseated its rider. The Veterinary surgeon checked the gelding at the start at deemed it fit to race.
An enquiry was held to consider interference approximately 1 ½ furlongs out when the winner, HADDAF (IRE), ridden by James Doyle, interfered with SPOOF, unplaced, ridden by Callum Shepherd. Doyle was cautioned for careless riding as switched left-handed, taking SPOOF off its intended line and causing Shepherd to check momentarily.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that SPOOF, unplaced, had been struck into behind.
Race 2 - 2:35pm THE randox.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (Jockey Club Grassroots Flat Sprint Series Qualifier) Permission was given for BABYFACT to go early to post.
Following the race, Andrea Atzeni reported that RIO RONALDO (IRE), placed fourth, missed the break, and Shane Kelly reported that JASHMA (IRE), placed sixth, was denied a clear run.
Race 3 - 3:15pm THE RANDOX HEALTH HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Approaching the final furlong, ZWAYYAN, placed fifth, shifted marginally right-handed taking the winner, VIA SERENDIPITY, off its intended line and as a consequence the rider of MR SCARAMANGA, unplaced, which was on the inside, had to take a precautionary check when short of room, which meant that ALMOREB (IRE), placed sixth, was taken momentarily off its intended line. After viewing a recording of the incident it was found that no riding offence was involved and it had not improved the placing of any horse.
Following the race, Callum Shepherd reported that LACAN (IRE), unplaced, hung left-handed in the straight. Rae Guest reported that SALT WHISTLE BAY (IRE), unplaced, was unsuited by the Good to Firm ground and would prefer an easier surface.
Race 4 - 3:50pm THE RANDOX HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Following the race, Fran Berry reported that ZALSHAH, placed sixth, was slowly away.
Race 5 - 4:25pm THE randoxhealth.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Following the race, Sam Hitchcott reported that his saddle slipped on SIMPLY BREATHLESS, unplaced.
Race 6 - 5:00pm THE RANDOX HEALTH BRITISH EBF MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) The Veterinary Officer reported that HORATIO STAR, trained by Brian Meehan, appeared to be suffering from ringworm and the trainer did not have a Certificate of Non-Contagiousness. Meehan was fined £140 and skin scrapings from the horse were sent to the Animal Health Trust.
Permission was given for MUTANAQEL to go early to post.
Race 7 - 5:35pm THE RANDOX FOOD HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Following the race, Callum Shepherd reported that ARDAMIR (FR), placed fifth, ran too free. View Stewards report Fontwell Park, 16 Jun 18 Race 3 - 6:55pm THE GANDER'S GENTLEMAN GROUPIES NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) An enquiry was held into the running and riding of HIGHLY LIKELY (IRE), ridden by Tommy Phelan and trained by Rebecca Woodman, which was held up in rear and became detached on the final circuit, before running on well in the home straight under apparent tender handling to finish seventh of ten, beaten by 44 ¼ lengths. The rider and the trainer were interviewed and shown recordings of the race; the Veterinary Officer reported that two post-race examinations of the gelding, one of which was during routine testing, failed to reveal any abnormalities. The rider stated that his instructions were to drop HIGHLY LIKELY (IRE) in and to get the gelding jumping and travelling well and to finish as best as possible. He added that the gelding was keen in the early stages but by the final circuit was starting to struggle to keep up with the leaders and made several mistakes in the back straight. He further added that he did not expect HIGHLY LIKELY (IRE) to complete the course as he felt that the gelding was struggling due to a lack of fitness, as this was the gelding’s first time over hurdles, having had 3 years off since its last race on the flat. He continued that he felt it was best to nurse the gelding around and was surprised how well the gelding had run on in the latter stages. The trainer stated that the ride accorded with the instructions given but she was disappointed that the gelding was dropped out and became detached and would have liked to have seen HIGHLY LIKELY (IRE) ridden more aggressively. Phelan was suspended for 10 days for failing to take all reasonable and permissible measures to ensure his horse was run on its merits in that he had failed to ask HIGHLY LIKELY (IRE) for a timely, real and substantial effort.
Following the race, Gavin Sheehan reported that LEORO (IRE), placed fifth, hung badly left-handed.
Race 4 - 7:25pm THE NETBET SPORT HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (for The Alan Arnell Memorial Trophy) When the riders bypassed the open ditch on the final circuit, there was interference between GUERRILLA TACTICS (IRE), placed third, and CHILL IN THE WOOD, placed second, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Nick Scholfield, the rider of GUERRILLA TACTICS (IRE), placed third, was suspended for 2 days for using his whip above the permitted level from turning into the home straight.
Harry Bannister, the rider of CHILL IN THE WOOD, placed second, was suspended for 2 days for using his whip above the permitted level from approaching the final fence.
Race 5 - 7:55pm THE NETBET BEST ODDS GUARANTEED HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) THE BLACK SQUIRREL (IRE) wore ear plugs which were removed at the start.
An enquiry was held to consider why Gary Moore, was running JUSTIFICATION here at Fontwell on going described as Good, having declared the gelding a non-runner at Huntingdon on 22 May 2018 on ground with the same official description. The trainer stated that in his opinion, the going at Huntingdon was quicker than described and having walked the course at Fontwell, he felt that the going was better suited to the gelding.
Following the race, Richard Johnson reported that THE BLACK SQUIRREL (IRE), which was pulled up, was never travelling and the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding, during routine testing, failed to reveal any abnormalities. View Stewards report York, 16 Jun 18 Race 1 - 1:50pm THE QUEEN MOTHER'S CUP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) (FOR LADY AMATEUR RIDERS) An enquiry was held to consider interference shortly after the start when DESERT RULER, unplaced, ridden by Miss Becky Smith, interfered with ARMANDIHAM (IRE), unplaced, ridden by Miss Harriet Lees, which in turn caused interference to the winner, MISTER BELVEDERE, ridden by Miss Sophie Dods. Miss Smith was suspended for 3 days for careless riding as she had allowed her mount to drift left, causing interference to ARMANDIHAM (IRE), which in turn gave a bump to MISTER BELVEDERE on the rail. Suspension dates will be notified by the Head Office of the British Horseracing Authority.
Following the race, Miss Laura Wilson reported that ALWAYS RESOLUTE, unplaced, banged its head on the stalls having removed the blindfold marginally early.
Race 2 - 2:25pm THE JCB HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Permission was given for SQUATS (IRE) to go early to post.
Following the race, Daniel Tudhope reported that SALATEEN, unplaced, anticipated the start, causing the colt to bang its head on the stalls and was slowly away. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of SALATEEN failed to reveal any abnormalities; Oisin Murphy reported that SQUATS (IRE), unplaced, ran too free.
Race 3 - 3:00pm THE SKY BET GRAND CUP STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) Permission was given for DURETTO and MELODIC MOTION (IRE) to wear a hood in the parade ring.
Ryan Moore, the rider of the winner, MARMELO, was suspended for 2 days for using his whip without giving the colt time to respond in the final ½ furlong.
Race 4 - 3:35pm THE PAVERS FOUNDATION CATHERINE MEMORIAL SPRINT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Permission was given for BESHAAYIR to wear a hood in the parade ring and for BAMBINO LOLA to go early to post.
Following the race, Ryan Moore reported that SNAZZY JAZZY (IRE), unplaced, was never travelling. Jamie Spencer reported that GREAT PROSPECTOR (IRE), unplaced, moved poorly throughout and Dane O’Neill reported that JAWWAAL, unplaced, was briefly denied a clear run in the final furlong. The Veterinary Officer reported that post-race examinations, during routine testing, of SNAZZY JAZZY (IRE) and GREAT PROSPECTOR, failed to reveal any abnormalities. The Veterinary Officer further reported that SOLDIER’S MINUTE, placed sixth, lost its left hind shoe; CITRON MAJOR, unplaced, bled from the nose and NEOLA, unplaced, was lame on its right fore.
Race 5 - 4:05pm THE ICE CO SUPPORTING MACMILLAN HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) TADAAWOL ran at York yesterday. The Veterinary Officer reported that a pre-race examination deemed the gelding fit to race.
The Starter reported that RADJASH refused to enter stalls. Ruth Carr was informed that the gelding could not run until the day after passing a stalls test.
On the bend leaving the back straight, DARK INTENTION, placed fourth, shifted right at the same time as the free running CAPTAIN BOB (IRE), unplaced, shifted right, both causing the rider of GHAYYAR (IRE), placed sixth, to take back, 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 DARK INTENTION.
Inside the final furlong, the winner, GIVE IT SOME TEDDY, lugged left slightly intimidating DESTROYER, placed third, who in turn shifted WAARIF (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 GIVE IT SOME TEDDY.
Following the race, Paula Muir reported that DUCK EGG BLUE (IRE), placed eighth, dwelt in the stalls.
Race 6 - 4:40pm THE REG GRIFFIN APPRECIATION ebfstallions.com MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 3) (PLUS 10 RACE) Following the race, Ryan Moore reported that PINK FLAMINGO, who dead heated for fifth place, ran green under pressure.
Race 7 - 5:15pm THE JILL WILLOWS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Permission was given for WEDIDDODONTWE to go early to post.
The sponsorship of Tom Queally, the rider of CLASSIC PURSUIT, did not comply with the Sponsorship Code of Conduct. Queally was warned as to his responsibility to ensure that the correct sponsorship is carried.
At the 1 furlong marker, BOGART, unplaced, hung badly right before being corrected, causing interference to CLASSIC PURSUIT, unplaced, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
An enquiry was held to consider interference in the closing stages when the winner PADDY POWER, ridden by Paul Hanagan, interfered with PRESIDENTIAL (IRE), placed second, ridden by Tony Hamilton. Hanagan was cautioned for careless riding as he had allowed his mount to drift left taking Hamilton marginally off his intended line.
Following the race, Robert Winston reported that TOOFI (FR), unplaced, hung right. View Stewards report Chester, 16 Jun 18 Fixture Note After Race 2, the going was changed to Good (from Good to Firm). Race 1 - 2:10pm THE CRABBIE'S ALCOHOLIC GINGER BEER NOVICE MEDIAN AUCTION STAKES (CLASS 4) (PLUS 10 RACE) An enquiry was held to consider interference shortly after the start involving the winner, MARIE’S DIAMOND (IRE), ridden by Franny Norton; VENTURA BAY (IRE), placed third, ridden by Paddy Mathers; SEAFARING GIRL (IRE), unplaced, ridden by Nicola Currie and GABRIAL THE WIRE, placed second, ridden by David Nolan. Norton was cautioned for careless riding as he had allowed his mount to drift left when insufficiently clear, thereby tightening VENTURA BAY (IRE) onto SEAFARING GIRL (IRE), which was checked.
Following the race, Andrew Mullen reported that LOOK OUT LOUIS, placed sixth, missed the break, Paddy Mathers reported that he lost his left iron for a short distance on leaving the stalls on VENTURA BAY (IRE), unplaced and Nicola Currie reported that SEAFARING GIRL (IRE), unplaced, was denied a clear run in the home straight. The representative of Tony Coyle reported that KOUNNA (IRE), unplaced, was unsuited by the going on this occasion, which was officially described as Good to Firm, and would prefer an easier surface.
Race 2 - 2:40pm THE CITY OF LONDON HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Permission was given for SHUHOOD (IRE) to go early to post.
Race 3 - 3:10pm THE WHITLEY NEILL HANDCRAFT GIN FILLIES' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Permission was given for CE LA VIE to go early to post.
Race 5 - 4:20pm THE WHITLEY NEILL RHUBARB & GINGER HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) David Nolan, the rider of ANDOK (IRE), placed second, was suspended for 2 days for using his whip without time to respond inside the final furlong.
Following the race, P. J. McDonald reported that FINGAL’S CAVE (IRE), placed seventh, was slowly away and denied a clear run in the home straight.
Race 6 - 4:55pm THE ABER FALLS WELSH GIN HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Permission was given for RENE MATHIS (GER) and GABRIAL THE TIGER (IRE) to go early to post and for SIGNORE PICCOLO to be ponied early to the start.
Following the race, Barry McHugh reported that CASTERBRIDGE, unplaced, lost its action after SPIRIT OF WEDZA (IRE), placed third, clipped its heels approaching the home bend, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of CASTERBRIDGE during routine testing revealed it had lost its right fore shoe. Liam Jones reported that SOMEWHERE SECRET, unplaced, was slowly away and Franny Norton reported that LEXI’S HERO (IRE), placed seventh, had no more to give.
Race 7 - 5:30pm THE CRABBIE WHISKEY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Permission was given for LORELINA to wear a hood in the Parade Ring only.
An enquiry was held to consider why Keith Dalgleish was running CORTON LAD here at Chester on going described as Good, having declared the gelding a non-runner at Musselburgh on 2 June 2018 on ground with the same official description. The trainer’s representative stated that, in the trainer’s opinion, the ground at Musselburgh had been on the easier side of Good, whereas the ground today was originally Good to Firm and was changed after Race 2 to Good following some light showers, which would still suit CORTON LAD.
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 17, 2018 6:28:52 GMT
Sunday: going, weather & non-runners Cork GOING: GOOD TO FIRM (Watering) WEATHER: Rain Doncaster GOING: GOOD TO FIRM (Good in places) (GoingStick 8.3) (Rail movements: R3, 5 & 7 +18y) WEATHER: Mostly cloudy STALLS: 6f & 7f - Stands' side; 1m & 1m 2f - Outside; 1m 4f & 1m 6f - Inside Downpatrick GOING: GOOD (Good to yielding in places) WEATHER: Scattered showers Salisbury GOING: GOOD TO FIRM (GoingStick 8.3) (Watered) WEATHER: Mostly cloudy STALLS: 5f, 6f & 1m - Far side; 7f - Centre; 1m 2f - Inside, 1m 4f - Stands' side NON RUNNERS: 2:55 Dubai Landmark (11) 4:25 Mokarris (1)
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