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Post by Kimmy on Aug 1, 2018 17:41:03 GMT
Sandown Park, 01 Aug 18 Race 1 - 5:45pm THE CLUB188 HOSPITALITY APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) An enquiry was held to consider interference approaching the final furlong when CARLINI (IRE), ridden by Connor Murtagh, placed sixth, hung left-handed, taking CRYSTAL CASQUE, placed third, ridden by Jason Watson, marginally off its intended line, which in turn took SILVERTURNSTOGOLD, placed second, ridden by Poppy Bridgwater, slightly off its intended line. Murtagh was cautioned for careless riding as he had allowed his horse to drift left without sufficient correction.
Race 2 - 6:20pm THE BEST ODDS GUARANTEED AT 188BET NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (Jockey Club Grassroots Nursery Qualifier) LI KUI, trained by Paul Cole, was late in the Parade Ring, due to the jockey being late arriving at the track and thereby being late weighing out.
Following the race Jimmy Quinn reported that CAPALA (IRE), placed fifth, ran too freely and Jack Mitchell reported that FREE LOVE, placed sixth, ran too freely. View Stewards report Goodwood, 01 Aug 18 Race 1 - 1:50pm THE MATCHBOOK BETTING PODCAST GOODWOOD HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Silvestre De Sousa, the rider of the winner, LIL ROCKERFELLER (USA), was suspended for 2 days for using his whip when clearly winning inside the final furlong.
Race 2 - 2:25pm THE MOVE OVER TO MATCHBOOK HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Approximately three and a half furlongs out, INFRASTRUCTURE, placed sixth, lugged quickly left-handed taking MISS LATIN (IRE), unplaced, 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 INFRASTRUCTURE.
Jimmy Quinn, the rider of the winner, SOTO SIZZLER, was suspended for 2 days for using his whip in the incorrect place.
The performance of POLISH, which finished unplaced, was considered. Roger Charlton could offer no explanation for the colt’s performance. The performance of DRILL, which finished unplaced, was considered. Luca Cumani’s explanation that the colt ran flat was noted.
Race 3 - 3:00pm THE MARKEL INSURANCE MOLECOMB STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 3) QUEEN OF BERMUDA (IRE) wore earplugs which were removed at the start.
Tom Queally was wearing sponsorship that did not comply with the Sponsorship Code of Conduct. The rider was warned as to his responsibility to ensure that the correct sponsorship is carried.
An enquiry was held to consider interference shortly after the start when WELL DONE FOX, unplaced, ridden by Tom Marquand, interfered with BARBILL (IRE), placed sixth, ridden by John Egan. Marquand was suspended for 3 days for careless riding as he had allowed his mount to drift left-handed when not sufficiently clear, causing Egan to have to take a check off heels for a number of strides.
Following the race, Daniel Tudhope reported that SOLDIER'S CALL, placed third, suffered interference leaving the stalls.
Race 4 - 3:35pm THE QATAR SUSSEX STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 1) (British Champions Series) EXPERT EYE wore earplugs which were removed at the start.
SO BELOVED finished unplaced at Goodwood the previous day. The Veterinary Officer reported that a pre-race examination of the gelding deemed it fit to race.
Rounding the bend EXPERT EYE, placed second, edged right-handed causing BEAT THE BANK, placed fifth, on its inside to make brief contact with the rail. After viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved and it had not improved the placing of EXPERT EYE.
The performance of WITHOUT PAROLE, which started favourite and finished unplaced, was considered. John Gosden explained that the colt was unsuited by the slow early pace and having to race prominently. His explanation was noted. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of WITHOUT PAROLE during routine testing failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 5 - 4:10pm THE VICTORIA RACING CLUB MAIDEN FILLIES' STAKES (CLASS 2) (PLUS 10 RACE) Permission was given for DANCING WARRIOR to wear a hood in the Parade Ring.
An enquiry was held to consider interference approximately 4 furlongs out when AIM POWER (IRE), unplaced, ridden by Silvestre De Sousa, interfered with ALHAKMAH (IRE), placed second, ridden by Ryan Moore. The interference was found to be accidental as AIM POWER (IRE) was running green and became crowded in between WELCOMING (FR), and YOURTIMEISNOW. As a consequence, De Sousa had to take a check off heels which caused his mount to lug right-handed and give ALHAKMAH (IRE) a slight bump.
Following the race, Oisin Murphy reported that DISCO DORIS, unplaced, was slowly away and ran green, Franny Norton reported that GLASS SLIPPERS, unplaced, was denied a clear run on a number of occasions, and James Doyle reported that PARLIAMENT HOUSE (IRE), unplaced, ran very green.
Race 6 - 4:45pm THE EBF BREEDERS' SERIES FILLIES' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Approaching the final furlong TWENTY TIMES (IRE), placed fourth, lugged right-handed causing JUNEAU (IRE), unplaced, to shy away and as a consequence, BILLESDON BESS, unplaced, had to be briefly steadied by the rider against the rail. After viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved and it had not improved the placing of TWENTY TIMES (IRE).
JUNEAU (IRE), drawn 8, anticipated the start and accelerated the gate at the same moment as the race had been started. Being satisfied that it was not caused through a faulty action of the starting stalls, no further action was taken.
Following the race, Hollie Doyle reported that BILLESDON BESS, unplaced, ran too free, Shane Kelly reported that TWENTY TIMES (IRE), placed fourth, hung badly right-handed. Josephine Gordon reported that GLENYS THE MENACE (FR), unplaced, hung right-handed throughout; the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the filly failed to reveal any abnormalities. Silvestre De Sousa, reported that SAVAANAH (IRE), placed second, hung right-handed and became unbalanced; the filly was routine tested.
Race 7 - 5:55pm THE GOODWOOD RACEHORSE OWNERS GROUP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) P J McDonald, the rider of MASHAM STAR (IRE), placed fourth, struck the winner, MEDAHIM (IRE), once over the nose with the whip but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was considered to be accidental.
Following the race, Silvestre De Sousa reported that MEDIEVAL (IRE), placed fifth, lugged both ways, and Shane Kelly reported that GOSSIPING, unplaced, was denied a clear run. View Stewards report Leicester, 01 Aug 18 Race 1 - 6:05pm THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (PLUS 10 RACE) Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that KHAFOOQ, unplaced, lost its left fore shoe.
Race 3 - 7:10pm THE BOSWORTH FIELD FILLIES' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Permission was given for VOI to wear a hood in the Parade Ring only. View Stewards report Redcar, 01 Aug 18 Race 1 - 2:10pm THE BEST FLAT RACES LIVE ON RACING UK BRITISH EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (PLUS 10 RACE) The Starter reported that ANYTHINGISPOSSIBLE refused to enter the stalls. Ivan Furtado was informed that the filly could not run until the day after passing a stalls test.
Race 2 - 2:45pm THE RACING UK EXTRA ON racinguk.com NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for TOCKHOLES to go early to post.
Following the race, Kevin Stott reported that TOCKHOLES, unplaced, lost its action. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination revealed the filly to be lame on its right hind.
Race 3 - 3:20pm THE RACING UK HD ON SKY 426 SELLING STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for KIWI BAY to be mounted in the chute and go early to post and for BYGONES FOR COINS (IRE) to go early to post.
BULGE BRACKET, ridden by Faye McManoman, JACBEQUICK, ridden by Conor McGovern and STIPULATE, ridden by Jane Elliott, had failed to pass the stands before going to the start as required for this race. The riders and the Stipendiary Steward were interviewed. Being a 7lb claimer, McManoman was offered accompaniment, but declined. After being interviewed, all three riders were fined £140.
Following the race, Faye McManoman reported that BULGE BRACKET, unplaced, was never travelling.
Race 4 - 3:55pm THE RACING UK PROFITS RETURNED TO RACING HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Phillip Makin, the rider of BLUE MEDICI, placed third, was suspended for 2 days for using his whip above the permitted level from 2 furlongs out.
Following the race, Kevin Stott reported that NUITS ST GEORGES (IRE), placed second, hung right.
Race 6 - 5:00pm THE GET SO MUCH MORE WITH RACING UK HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV I) Permission was given for MELANIEMILLIE to go early to post.
Following the race, Paula Muir reported that FOXTRIX, unplaced, was never travelling. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination failed to reveal any abnormalities; The representative of Nigel Tinkler reported that ETIENNE GERARD, unplaced, was unsuited by the Good, Good to Soft in Places going which in her opinion, was riding loose. ETIENNE GERARD was routine tested.
Race 7 - 5:30pm THE GET SO MUCH MORE WITH RACING UK HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV II) Permission was given for ANOTHER SITUATION (USA) to go early to post.
The Starter reported that CLERGYMAN refused to enter the stalls. Rebecca Bastiman was informed that the gelding could not run until the day after passing a stalls test.
In the final furlong, GORGEOUS GENERAL, unplaced, edged right onto YPRES, placed third, which in turn caused slight interference to MARKET CHOICE (IRE) but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
An enquiry was held to consider interference 1 ½ furlongs out between SEEBRING (IRE), placed fifth, ridden by Ben Robinson, LIAMBA, placed second, ridden by David Nolan, and PREZZIE, placed eighth, ridden by Jamie Gormley. Robinson was cautioned for careless riding as he had allowed his mount to drift left, taking PREZZIE off its intended line and onto the heels of LIAMBA, who had edged marginally right.
Following the race, Rob J. Fitzpatrick reported that OFF THE SCALE (IRE), unplaced, was fractious in the stalls and the Veterinary Officer reported that the gelding had bled from the nose. The Veterinary Officer further reported that YPRES had lost its right fore shoe. Cam Hardie reported that ANOTHER SITUATION, unplaced, hung left handed.
Race 8 - 6:00pm THE BETFAIR NOVICE AMATEUR RIDERS' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for VENTURA SECRET (IRE) to go early to post.
Following the race, Miss Belinda Johnson reported that DUTCH ARTIST (IRE), placed eighth, was soon never travelling and Mr Tom Midgley reported that PLASTIKI, unplaced, missed the break. View Stewards report Perth, 01 Aug 18 Race 2 - 2:00pm THE ST FILLANS HIDDEN GEM HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Permission was given for INK MASTER (IRE) to go to post early, and for GO WEST YOUNG MAN (IRE) to be led in at the start.
Race 3 - 2:35pm THE T'GO CREATIVE - DESIGN, PRINT AND WEB HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV I) Permission was given for WYFIELD ROSE to be led in at the start.
The Stewards noted that after arriving at the start, it was incorrectly announced that CHARLOTTE’S CHUM (IRE), placed fifth, would be running without its declared tongue strap. However, the mare did run with its declared tongue strap, but it had been obscured from the Starters view by the cross noseband.
Race 4 - 3:10pm THE AUCHTERARDER GOLF CLUB GRAHAM LOWSON MEMORIAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) PLACEDELA CONCORDE finished second at Perth the previous evening. Having been examined prior to today's race, the gelding was deemed fit to race.
Race 5 - 3:45pm THE GLENEAGLES HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) Following the race, Brian Hughes reported that NEFYN BAY, which was pulled up, was never travelling. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding during routine testing failed to reveal any abnormalities.
The Veterinary Officer reported that RETURN FLIGHT, placed sixth, lost its right fore shoe.
Race 6 - 4:20pm THE CRIEFF GOLF CLUB FERNTOWER CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS' HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) XPO UNIVERSAL finished fourth at Perth the previous evening. Having been examined prior to today's race, the gelding was deemed fit to race.
Following the race, Ben Hicks reported that SMOKING DIXIE (IRE), placed fifth, lost its left front shoe.
Race 7 - 4:55pm THE T'GO CREATIVE - DESIGN, PRINT AND WEB HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV II) Permission was given for SOLWAY LARK to go to post early, and for COPT HILL to be mounted in the chute and go to post early.
The performance of COURT BALOO (IRE) which was pulled up, was considered. The representative of Alistair Whillans could offer no explanation for the gelding’s performance, other than a report from the rider that the gelding hung left throughout. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding during routine testing failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 8 - 5:25pm THE GOLF PERTHSHIRE INTERMEDIATE OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) Following the race, Wilf Storey reported that NEARLY THERE, placed fifth, had a breathing problem. Patrick McGrath reported that AUNTIE MARY (IRE), placed second, hung left throughout.
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 1, 2018 17:42:10 GMT
With Glorious Goodwood in full swing, here are three runners worth watching away from the festival this evening
Art Du Val 6.55 Sandown
Horseracing's Cold War between Coolmoore and Godolphin has come to an end as they ceased boycotting each other's horses at the sales.
Coolmore have sent a select book of mares to Dubawi, while Godolphin have been buying Galileos. Their Beyond Reason provided Coolmore's Australia with his first Group winner and they seek further success with a colt by No Nay Never tonight.
A 120,000 guineas purchase last year, Art Du Val is a hot favourite to make a winning debut for the Derby-winning duo of Charlie Appleby and William Buick.
4/5 Art Du Val 6:55 Sandown Gold Arrow 7.45 Leicester
You can be pretty certain that any two-year-old sent to the racecourse by Archie Watson knows their job.
The trainer, who successfully utilises barrier trials, has shown himself to be a canny placer of horses since taking out his licence.
Not sold for £18,000 at the two-year-old sales, Golden Arrow represents the powerful Qatar Racing and is likely to be extremely competitive on debut.
5/4 Gold Arrow 7:45 Leicester Espere 8.00 Galway
Easy win, easy win, heavy defeat – that is the record of Espere so far.
That latest performance came when stepped up to Listed level for the first time, but connections remain undeterred with two Group 3 entries and a Group 1 entry on Irish Champions Weekend.
The filly drops back down in grade for a handicap this evening and her trainer Ger Lyons, who also runs Hypnotic Force, has won this race twice in the last three years.
8/1 Espere 8:00 Galway
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 1, 2018 17:43:02 GMT
THURSDAY.
FREE TO AIR TV RACES 1:50 GOODWOOD Matchbook Best Value Exchange Handicap Cl2 (3yo) 1m2f ITV 12 runners 2:25 GOODWOOD Qatar Lillie Langtry Stakes (Group 2) (Fillies & Mares) Cl1 (3yo+) 1m6f ITV 13 runners 3:00 GOODWOOD Qatar Richmond Stakes (Group 2) (Colts & Geldings) Cl1 (2yo) 6f ITV 9 runners 3:35 GOODWOOD Qatar Nassau Stakes (Group 1) (British Champions Series) (Fillies & Mares) Cl1 (3yo+) 1m2f ITV 6 runners
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 2, 2018 6:07:14 GMT
Thursday: going, weather & non-runners Epsom GOING: GOOD (GoingStick 6.7) (Watered) WEATHER: Sunny STALLS: 1m 4f - Centre; Remainder - Inside Ffos Las GOING: GOOD (Good to soft in places; GoingStick: 7.1) WEATHER: Partly cloudy STALLS: Straight - Centre; Round - Inside Galway GOING: Jumps course - YIELDING; Flat course - SOFT WEATHER: Showers Goodwood GOING: GOOD (GoingStick: 6.7) (Rail movements: R1, 2, 4, 5 & 6 +10y) WEATHER: Sunny STALLS: Sprints - Stands' side; Remainder - Inside Nottingham GOING: GOOD (Good to soft in places) (GoingStick 7.2) (Rail movements: R3, 4 & 5 +12y, R7 +24y) WEATHER: Mostly sunny STALLS: (Outer track) 5f, 6f & 1m - Centre; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 2:45 Regular (5) 4:30 Sergio Leone (7) Stratford GOING: GOOD TO SOFT (Good in places; GoingStick: 6.5) (Rail movements: R1 +132y, R2 & 4 +93y, R7 +150y) WEATHER: Sunny
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 2, 2018 6:10:54 GMT
THURSDAY.
FREE TO AIR TV RACES 1:50 GOODWOOD Matchbook Best Value Exchange Handicap Cl2 (3yo) 1m2f ITV 12 runners 2:25 GOODWOOD Qatar Lillie Langtry Stakes (Group 2) (Fillies & Mares) Cl1 (3yo+) 1m6f ITV 13 runners 3:00 GOODWOOD Qatar Richmond Stakes (Group 2) (Colts & Geldings) Cl1 (2yo) 6f ITV 9 runners 3:35 GOODWOOD Qatar Nassau Stakes (Group 1) (British Champions Series) (Fillies & Mares) Cl1 (3yo+) 1m2f ITV 6 runners
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Post by dennisg on Aug 2, 2018 6:30:03 GMT
in today's sporting life.............. Ben Linfoot seeks out the best Value Bet selections for day three of Glorious Goodwood with Richard Hannon fancied to have a good day with his team. Recommended Bets: Value Bet, Glorious Goodwood, Day Three For details of advised bookmakers and each-way terms, visit our transparent tipping record The Qatar Nassau Stakes takes centre stage on day three of Glorious Goodwood and it’s the QIPCO 1000 Guineas winner BILLESDON BROOK that looks the standout bet in the race at 9/1 (Sky Bet, BetBright, 888Sport). Veracious has plenty of potential and Urban Fox has a very good recent Group One win over the trip to her name, but I’m not sure they should be more than twice the price of Richard Hannon’s Guineas winner who didn’t shape badly at all in the Coronation Stakes at Royal Ascot last time. Okay, she was nine lengths behind runaway winner Alpha Centauri in fourth, but Jessica Harrington’s filly is the best three-year-old miler around and she simply had too much speed for the rest of the field in the Coronation. Billesdon Brook couldn’t quicken like Alpha Centauri did, but she stayed on from the rear to get within two lengths of Veracious who was much better positioned throughout the contest after making the running. 4 5 Billesdon Brook41 38-13OR: 115C 8/1 T: R HannonJ: Tom Marquand Form: 115-414Last Run Live betting powered by As you would expect there’s nothing wrong with Billesdon Brook’s Guineas form, the subsequent exploits of Laurens and Wild Illusion prove that, and she looks well worth a go over 10 furlongs judging by her pedigree. By Champs Elysees out of a Manduro mare, she’s a half-sister to Billesdon Bess, a 10-furlong winner at Goodwood, while her dam stayed 10 furlongs and ran as far as 1m5f in her career. There also looks no better place to try her over 10 furlongs than this track, the scene of two of her victories last season including that remarkable success in the Telegraph Nursery Handicap where she burst through to win from a ridiculous position in the final furlong. Three-year-olds get 8lb from the older fillies in the Nassau and historically have a really good record, so it could be tough for Rhododendron and Urban Fox to give weight and a beating to a Guineas winner that has the potential to thrive over the distance at this track. It could be a good day for Hannon as he saddles BATHSHEBA BAY in the opening Matchbook Best Value Exchange Handicap (1.50) and despite being backed from 12/1 on Wednesday he’s still worth backing at 9/1 (General). This horse was second to Dee Ex Bee in a maiden at last year’s Glorious Goodwood and looks progressive in handicaps over 10 furlongs judging by an excellent recent effort over the distance at Sandown. That was his first go at a mile-and-a-quarter and he stayed on really well to the line, just being denied a neck and a neck by Melting Dew and Alfarris, the latter a winner on day one at this meeting. 11 1 Bathsheba Bayt27 38-3OR: 87 7/1 T: R HannonJ: David Egan Form: 221-493Last Run Live betting powered by With that form boost in mind he looks to have done quite well only going up 1lb for that performance and his back-form includes a comprehensive defeat of the now 91-rated Breath Caught. Bits and pieces of form like that suggest he might be well capable of defying a mark of 87 and from stall one and a low-weight of 8st 3lb with David Egan on board, this looks a good opportunity. I’m taking two horses against the field in this race, though, as I can’t leave MAVERICK OFFICER unbacked at 16/1 (General). David Simcock’s Exceed And Excel gelding shaped really well at Goodwood earlier in the season, lacking the pace of the front three down the centre of the track but winning ‘his race’ on the far side having dropped to the rear early doors. That was over seven furlongs and he improved on that form stepped up to a mile after that, winning off a mark of 86 at Haydock from Ulshaw Bridge following a sustained tussle in the final furlong. The runner-up has franked that form subsequently, winning at Doncaster from Al Jellaby two weeks’ later before finishing second to Crack On Crack On in a good handicap at Ascot on King George day. 9 3 Maverick Officerh42 38-4OR: 88 12/1 T: D M SimcockJ: K T O'Neill Form: 51-2410Last Run Live betting powered by On that line of form there’s very little between Al Jellaby and Maverick Officer, but the market has the former priced up at 11/2 and the discrepancy just looks to be too big. Maverick Officer has finished midfield in the Britannia since then, but he looks a likely improver now he steps up to 10 furlongs as he’s out of a Montjeu mare that won over 1m4f and he’s the half-brother of a couple of 10 furlong winners. Finally, I think it’s well worth taking a punt on MAID UP at 22/1 (General) in the Qatar Lillie Langtry Stakes over 1m6f (2.25). The Mastercraftsman filly has plenty to find on official ratings but Andrew Balding very rarely blows a good handicap mark without good reason and she looks a highly progressive filly after landing three handicaps on the spin. There are many instances of Balding horses running well in a conditions race that seemingly look up against it on the figures and I’ve plucked three out as examples. Blond Me was rated 84 when winning a Sandown Listed race in 2015 from horses rated 97, 99, 100 and 104, Viscount Barfield was rated 94 when winning a Chester Listed race in 2017 from horses rated 105, 112, 112 and 113 and Brorocco, last Saturday, was rated 95 in the Group Two Sky Bet York Stakes when finishing ahead of horses rated 110, 113 and 115. 12 13 Maid Up20 38-9OR: 86C 20/1 T: A M BaldingJ: Rob Hornby Form: 0-33111Last Run Live betting powered by There’s no need to be too concerned about Maid Up having to find over a stone with some of her rivals, then, and even less so when you watch the manner of her recent handicap victories. Last time, at Ascot, she won cosily despite the winning distance being a neck and she’s a strong traveller who shapes as though she’ll thrive stepping up in trip. There is plenty of stamina in her pedigree and John Gosden’s California won the same Ascot race before landing Lillie Langtry glory a couple of years ago. With winning experience at Goodwood in her locker as well, there is plenty to like about her chance at the odds available. 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: +345.34pts to advised stakes/prices (from inception of Value Bet column in January 2010 to current).
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Post by dennisg on Aug 2, 2018 6:32:05 GMT
Our star columnist can't split his pair in the Qatar Richmond Stakes - check out his runner-by-runner guide to his Thursday and Friday teams. Best chances: 1 8 Charming Kid21 29-0OR: 105 15/2 T: R A FaheyJ: L Morris Form: 183Last Run Live betting powered by 7 3 Sabre40 29-0OR: 103 5/1 T: R A FaheyJ: P Hanagan Form: 122Last Run Live betting powered by 2 10 More Than This40 29-5OR: 88D 15/2 T: R A FaheyJ: P Hanagan Form: 11Last Run Live betting powered by Crownthorpe is our first runner at Goodwood on Thursday in the Matchbook Best Value Exchange Handicap. He’s been running well all year without winning and while a mile-and-a-quarter here is going to suit, ideally he’d need some rain to be competitive. We’re double-handed in the Qatar Richmond Stakes, Charming Kid and Sabre do all their work together at home and are two very decent, honest, horses. One week Charming Kid would beat Sabre at home – the next it would be the other way round. Paul Hanagan had the choice of rides and I understand why he went with Sabre – the step up to six furlongs should suit him. They’re two solid horses and I hope both are going to run well. Which one will finish in front of the other is a toss of a coin job though. More Than This is a nice horse who runs in the Telegraph Nursery. We like him and it’s just a question of whether he’s man enough for such a test like this around here at this stage of his career. He’s a laidback horse who sits behind his bridle and we’re going to have to dig him out and get him racing here. We like him though and he if handles the track he’ll run a big race. Onto Friday and Third Time Lucky in the Unibet Golden Mile. He’s better on slower ground but it’s a £150,000 pot and we’re officially well in under a three-pound penalty for his win at York last week. If he finished in the four I’d be delighted. Mr Lupton was supplemented for the King George Qatar Stakes. I own half of him and it cost £15,000 to get him into it so we need to finish in the first four to get that back.I was kicking myself as the entries for the race closed on the same day as the Coolmore Nunthorpe. I put him in that and if I think he’s up to that level – he should have been in here too. He’s in great order right now but if Battaash turns up with his A-game we won’t beat him. If he doesn’t I think we have a big chance. Finally Dance Diva lines up in the very competitive L'Ormarins Queens Plate Oak Tree Stakes. She’s a Listed winner and this is where she needs to be. She’ll need luck but is in great order. She’s very tough and will run her race.
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Post by dennisg on Aug 2, 2018 6:33:49 GMT
Simon Holt previews day three of the Glorious Goodwood meeting and fancies Rhododendrom to land the feature Qatar Nassau Stakes. Recommended bets: RHODODENDRON was a big disappointment in the Queen Anne Stakes over a mile at Royal Ascot but, back up to possibly her best trip in Thursday's Group One Qatar Nassau Stakes, this high-class filly is taken to return to her best form. Aidan O'Brien's daughter of Galileo had previously been ridden prominently all the way when narrowly beating Wednesday’s Sussex Stakes winner Lightning Spear in the Lockinge Stakes at Newbury (again over a mile) but perhaps her best performance was when accounting for her then in-form stable-companion Hydrangea in the Prix de l'Opera at Chantilly over a mile and a quarter last October. When beaten by Winter much earlier last season in the 1000 Guineas, a mile also looked sharp enough for Rhododendron and, a clear non-stayer behind the top class Enable in the Oaks (1m4f) subsequently, this trip looks the ticket. 1 4 Rhododendron44 49-7OR: 117CD 5/2 T: A P O'BrienJ: R L Moore Form: 712-419Last Run Live betting powered by She does need to run much better than at Ascot, however, and Urban Fox and Wild Illusion will be there to capitalise if she fails to do so. Urban Fox has been much improved by the switch to William Haggas' yard this season, and was a slightly surprising winner of the Pretty Polly Stakes at The Curragh earlier in the month when comfortably coming clear of this season's Oaks winner Forever Together with Athena (a winner subsequently in the US) third. However, the runner-up was almost certainly less effective over the mile and a quarter on fast ground that day compared to Epsom and proved the point when just touched off by Sea Of Class in the Irish Oaks next time. On her previous fourth to Aljazzi at Royal Ascot (1m), Urban Fox has a bit to find but is clearly progressing well and the step up in distance in Ireland clearly suited her well. Wild Illusion, second to Forever Together at Epsom, then proved no match for O'Brien's Magic Wand in the Ribblesdale Stakes and now drops back to ten furlongs. She may come up just short again. The lightly-raced Veracious made a pleasing comeback at the Royal meeting, making the running in the Coronation Stakes until quickly outpaced by Alpha Centauri but should improve and this daughter of Frankel will almost certainly be suited by this extra yardage. Perhaps she will be ridden with more restraint this time. Earlier, PRECIOUS RAMOTSWE is fancied to turn the tables on God Given for their recent Lancashire Oaks efforts behind Horseplay, and give Frankie Dettori a winner on his first ride since being suspended, in the Qatar Lillie Langtry Stakes. Over a mile and a half that day, John Gosden's talented filly was always just struggling to muster enough pace up the home straight and had previously looked a solid stayer when winning a Group Three at York (Isabel De Urbina fourth) over two furlongs further. A return to a mile and three-quarters looks ideal while the very useful God Given tries the distance for the first time. On ratings, Star Rock also has claims and probably found a mile and a quarter too sharp when fourth in a listed event at Maisons-Laffitte on her belated reappearance just 11 days ago. 6 8 Precious Ramotswet26 49-6OR: 102D 13/2 T: J H M GosdenJ: L Dettori Form: 1/10-113Last Run
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Post by dennisg on Aug 2, 2018 6:36:03 GMT
A review of the action from day two of the Qatar Goodwood Festival where Lightning Spear claimed a deserved Group One prize in the Sussex Stakes. Group One delight for Spear Lightning Spear finally claimed a long-overdue Group One success in the Qatar Sussex Stakes at Goodwood. A field of eight runners went to post and much of the attention was on the three-year-olds Without Parole and Expert Eye, following their respective triumphs at Royal Ascot. With Andrea Atzeni deputising in the saddle for the suspended Frankie Dettori, the previously unbeaten Without Parole was the 7-4 favourite to follow up his victory in the St James's Palace Stakes and found himself in front at an early stage. Expert Eye, who was supplemented for the Sussex off the back of an impressive win in the Jersey Stakes, was always on his tail as they went just a steady pace and that pair, along with Beat The Bank, were the first to commit for home. Without Parole weakened out of contention disappointingly, but Expert Eye stuck to his guns for James Doyle and held a narrow advantage over Beat The Bank entering the final furlong. However, David Simcock's 9-1 shot Lightning Spear - who had been narrowly beaten in the Lockinge at Newbury and the Queen Anne at Royal Ascot on his previous two starts this season - found a gap between the pair and powered home under a jubilant Oisin Murphy. Expert Eye was best of the rest in second, with Lord Glitters flying home to grab third. ITV Racing ✔ @itvracing Lightning Spear grabs his first Group 1 win in the Qatar Sussex Stakes at @goodwood_Races 👏 3:44 PM - Aug 1, 2018 176 53 people are talking about this Twitter Ads info and privacy Murphy told ITV Racing: "I never ever get nervous before Group Ones, but I was nervous today and was trying to hide it down at the start. He's deserved to win a major Group One. "He loves travelling behind heels and I was sure Expert Eye was going to fade away at some stage. What a horse, what a training performance. At seven years of age, outstanding." David Simcock said: "I'm delighted with Lightning Spear. He looked good today, quickened well and travelled well - he did everything properly. Oisin has grown up with the horse, he is a very confident jockey and he was very patient waiting for the gap today. Sheikh Fahad loves this horse and he will be absolutely delighted. Unfortunately, he can't be here today, but he'll be made up. "Lightning Spear has done very little wrong apart from win a Group One up until now. He is a lovely horse to train and a lot of work goes into him. He has placed in six Group Ones I think and has never really let us down, though he was little bit inconsistent last season. To win a Group One is not easy and you have to accept it. "Lightning Spear is a wonderful horse and is very talented. To win a Group One is extra special. He was going really well and I thought if he got a gap he would win. They didn't go much of a pace, but that did not really matter. You are trying something different all the time, trying to change something. To see him fill up and quicken up like that was great, and it is the horse we see at home an awful lot. It is just getting it all to click, with that little bit of luck that we haven't had at times. "Oisin had no instructions. Sit where you land and do your own thing. Oisin loves the horse and has confidence in the horse. We felt we were slightly robbed at Newbury, if anything, so this more than makes up for it. Oisin knows him very well and he can ride the horse as you like now. "I am just really pleased for the horse. More pleased for the horse than anybody. It is great for Sheikh Fahad, the Qatar Racing team, the yard, but for the horse to get his Group One like that is great. It's nice to win at Glorious Goodwood and any Group One victory is great. He has run just twice out of Group One company for me and won two Group Two events, so he has always had to run in Group Ones really. "He has probably had his knockers, slightly unfairly I feel and so to win a Group One is great. Lightning Spear has come across some very good horses. This year, if we are being honest, there is probably not an outstanding horse in the mile division and so it has been his time. He wasn't any better or any worse when he was running in these races even two years ago. Eventually, you will come across a year where things go your way and he just looked really good today. He had everything pan out perfectly for him today. "I do as I'm told with this horse as Jenny [Simcock's wife] rides him every day and she does a wonderful job with him. I don't think Lightning Spear would be here today without her. "He was quite headstrong and fiery when we got him and now he is just the nicest person and very straightforward to ride. Jenny is a special part of the whole thing. Jenny and my children are so fond of him and he is just a very special horse to have in the yard." Rumble delivers knockout blow Rumble Inthejungle was a decisive winner of the Markel Insurance Molecomb Stakes at Goodwood. A winner on his racecourse debut at Salisbury in May, Richard Spencer's juvenile was last seen finishing a creditable fourth behind American raider Shang Shang Shang in the Norfolk Stakes at Royal Ascot. He was a 5-1 chance to follow in the hoofprints of his sire Bungle Inthejungle, who claimed this five-furlong Group Three in 2012, and travelled strongly into the lead at the halfway stage. His rivals did their best to get on terms late on, but Rumble Inthejungle had plenty in hand and passed the post two and a half lengths clear in the hands of Tom Queally. Life Of Riley filled the runner-up spot, with 6-4 favourite Soldier's Call having to make do with minor honours in third in his bid to follow up his triumph in Royal Ascot's Windsor Castle Stakes. Spencer said: "He's a good horse. I thought at Ascot, if we'd have had another (previous) run, he'd have gone close. It's a massive step forward and Tom gave him a lovely ride. He's very quick, but I think he'll get an extra furlong. He's not just an out-and-out five-(furlong) horse. He's got multiple entries in the sales races, but we'll speak to all the owners and try to hatch a plan. He's got a bright future." Spencer will also consider running Rumble Inthejungle in the Gimcrack Stakes at York on August 24, but firstly intends to enjoy the occasion. He added: "We will have a big party tonight. There's a chip shop in Newmarket called Rumbles and I regularly visit it. Hopefully they've backed him and I can have free fish and chips for the yard. He will have all those sort of entries (Gimcrack) and he will be going to be a big stage. He deserves it, as he's a good horse." ITV Racing ✔ @itvracing "He's always shown us at home he's been a good horse, he took a massive step today." Rumble Inthejungle's trainer Richard Spencer spoke to @leglockluke after their win in the Molecomb 3:07 PM - Aug 1, 2018 12 See ITV Racing's other Tweets Twitter Ads info and privacy Novice chase next for Lil winner Top-class staying hurdler Lil Rockerfeller made a successful return to the Flat with a dominant display in the Matchbook Betting Podcast Goodwood Handicap. Neil King's stable star is a dual Grade Two winner over timber and was only narrowly beaten by Nichols Canyon when runner-up in the Stayers' Hurdle at the 2017 Cheltenham Festival. Having his first outing on the level in over three years, Lil Rockerfeller was running off a mark of 81 - some 71lb lower than his hurdle ratting - and he was the 11-4 favourite to strike gold under champion jockey Silvestre de Sousa. The seven-year-old raced on the pace from the start of the two-and-a-half-mile contest - which began with a flag start - and De Sousa committed for home long before the final bend. Lil Rockerfeller kicked again halfway up the straight and left his toiling rivals trailing in his wake, passing the post 15 lengths ahead of Altaayil, with Imphal a close-up third. Despite the ease of Lil Rockerfeller's success, King is keen to embark upon a novice chasing career with the seven-year-old. The Wiltshire handler said: "It was a joy to watch. He's had a long summer and Andy Smith, one of his joint-owners, has been hell-bet on winning this race since last year. The trouble with the Flat, he will not go in the starting stalls and he's too nice a horse to battle with. He's such a good hurdler - he'll be a better novice chaser this year. He's hard and fit and ready to get to war when the races are there." "Fifteen lengths must be a record here. It was a fantastic effort from him. I enjoy winning the big Flat races like my neighbour, Alan (King) does. It's lovely to have a horse like him to do it. Let's hope we have a nice novice chase season with him and hope we end up there (Cheltenham) with him." The stewards looked into De Sousa's use of the whip, and ruled he had used it when clearly winning inside the final furlong. He was suspended for two days as a result. ITV Racing ✔ @itvracing Lil Rockerfeller dominates to win the Matchbook Betting Podcast Goodwood Handicap See all the action on @itv now 1:58 PM - Aug 1, 2018 155 54 people are talking about this Twitter Ads info and privacy Sizzler lunges late Soto Sizzler lunged late to spring a surprise in the Move Over To Matchbook Handicap. Market principals Corgi (5-2 favourite) and Making Miracles (4-1) settled down to fight it out entering the final furlong of the mile-and-a-half contest, but William Knight's 20-1 chance Soto Sizzler picked them both off late on in the hands of Jimmy Quinn. Corgi was a length away in second, with Making Miracles third. Quinn, 51, said: "The good ones get you out of trouble and make you look good. "He was progressing with every start. There was a slight worry about the ground, but he's coped with it well." Knight, who is based in nearby Littlehampton, said: "I've loved this horse all along. He is a lovely horse and he is only going to get better with time. He will probably get further in time, but he has always been the apple of my eye. He was backward last year and he couldn't get out of his own way on the gallops last year. "I spoke to the owner in the middle of the summer last year and I said, 'I just need to chuck him out in a field', and that has been the making of him. I don't see any need to go up in trip. I think he is a proper horse, but he will probably won't show his best until next year." Owner Ian Heseltine said: "He's getting better by the week. I had a couple of hundred quid each-way on him. I think we could have a sherbert or two!" Soto Sizzler swoops at Goodwood Soto Sizzler swoops at Goodwood Glorious a 125-1 winner Feel Glorious was a shock 125-1 winner of the Victoria Racing Club Maiden Fillies' Stakes. George Baker's youngster looked to face a huge task having finished fourth and eighth on her previous two starts, but burst through to lead in the final furlong and had just enough in reserve to hold the fast-finishing 4-1 favourite Alhakmah at bay. Baker said: "She's a lovely filly and disappointed me last time at Kempton. "I thought if she finished mid-div in a hot race like this I'd be delighted. "She's been one of these horses that have been just bubbling under, but I knew she'd run a nice race. "There's a bit of class there. We won't go and do anything mad with her. "She's not fully furnished and will be a lovely horse for next year." Mick Channon and Andrea Atzeni combined to win the EBF Breeders' Series Fillies' Handicap with 11-1 shot Caravela. Channon said: "We've always thought a bit of her. She hasn't been the easiest to train - she's had a few niggles - but she's coming good now."
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 2, 2018 15:19:51 GMT
FRIDAY.
FREE TO AIR TV RACES 1:50 GOODWOOD Bombay Sapphire Glorious Stakes (Group 3) Cl1 (4yo+) 1m4f ITV 7 runners 2:25 GOODWOOD Bonhams Thoroughbred Stakes (Group 3) Cl1 (3yo) 1m ITV 6 runners 3:00 GOODWOOD Unibet Golden Mile Handicap Cl2 (3yo+) 1m ITV 20 runners 3:35 GOODWOOD King George Qatar Stakes (Group 2) Cl1 (3yo+) 5f ITV
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 2, 2018 18:22:30 GMT
Goodwood, 02 Aug 18 Race 1 - 1:50pm THE MATCHBOOK BEST VALUE EXCHANGE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) VENTURA KNIGHT (IRE) wore earplugs which were removed at the start.
Approximately one and a half furlongs out, David Egan, the rider of BATHSHEBA BAY (IRE), placed fifth, struck MAVERICK OFFICER, unplaced, once over the nose with the whip but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found to be accidental.
Following the race, P J McDonald reported that VENTURA KNIGHT (IRE), unplaced, got upset in the stalls and was slowly away, and Jimmy Quinn reported that SING OUT LOUD (IRE), unplaced, ran too free.
Race 2 - 2:25pm THE QATAR LILLIE LANGTRY STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 2) An enquiry was held to consider the placings in this race following two incidents of interference. In the first incident inside the final furlong, MAID UP, placed second, ridden by Rob Hornby, interfered with the winner, PILASTER, ridden by David Egan. Hornby was cautioned for careless riding as he had allowed his mount to hang right-handed without timely correction, making brief contact with PILASTER and taking it off its intended line. In the second incident on the run to the line, PILASTER interfered with MAID UP. Egan was cautioned for careless riding as he had allowed his mount to drift left-handed taking MAID UP off its intended line. The Stewards considered that a combination of both incidents meant that the interference had not improved PILASTER’s placing as this filly had been taken off her intended line during the first incident before re-gaining momentum. In addition, although MAID UP was only beaten by a short-head, she had lost little to no momentum and at no point had Hornby had to stop riding.
Approaching two furlongs out, ISABEL DE URBINA (IRE), placed fifth, shifted right-handed taking JET STREAMING (IRE), unplaced, 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 ISABEL DE URBINA (IRE).
Following the race, James Doyle reported that MAID TO REMEMBER, unplaced, finished very tired.
Race 3 - 3:00pm THE QATAR RICHMOND STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 2) Following the race, Silvestre De Sousa reported that MARIE'S DIAMOND (IRE), placed second, moved poorly in the early stages; the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the colt failed to reveal any abnormalities. Frankie Dettori reported that NEVERLAND ROCK, placed sixth, hung right-handed.
Race 4 - 3:35pm THE QATAR NASSAU STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 1) (British Champions Series) VERACIOUS wore earplugs which were removed at the start.
The performance of RHODODENDRON (IRE) which started favourite and finished last of six runners, was considered. The representative of Aidan O'Brien could offer no explanation for the filly's performance; the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of RHODODENDRON (IRE) failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 5 - 4:10pm THE TELEGRAPH NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Permission was given for JAMES WATT (IRE) to go early to post.
Inside the final furlong, WATER DIVINER (IRE), unplaced, lugged left-handed taking ARTISTIC RIFLES (IRE), unplaced, off its intended line and causing it to give REVICH (IRE), unplaced, a slight nudge. After this, REVICH (IRE) lugged right-handed when the rider picked up the whip, causing it to make contact with ARTISTIC RIFLES (IRE) causing the rider to have to take a check. After viewing a recording of both incidents, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Shortly after leaving the stalls, SHAYBANI (IRE), drawn 3, jumped left-handed taking ST OUEN (IRE), drawn 5, and in turn, FORSETI, drawn 6, and BARRISTAN THE BOLD, drawn 8, off their intended lines. After viewing a recording of the incident it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Following the race, Silvestre De Sousa reported that TWO BLONDES (IRE), unplaced, ran too free in the early stages, and Richard Kingscote reported that BARRISTAN THE BOLD, placed sixth, suffered interference leaving the stalls. Charles Hills reported that ARTISTIC RIFLES (IRE), unplaced, was unsuited by racing round the bend at Goodwood. The Veterinary Officer reported that SHAYBANI (IRE), which was pulled up, was lame on its left-fore leg.
Race 6 - 4:45pm THE MARKEL INSURANCE BRITISH EBF MAIDEN FILLIES' STAKES (CLASS 2) (PLUS 10 RACE) Following the race, Paul Hanagan reported that INCHARGE, unplaced, was slowly away and ran green. Frankie Dettori reported that MEHDAAYIH, unplaced, ran green; the filly was routine tested.
Race 7 - 5:20pm THE TATLER HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Inside the final two furlongs DRAGON MOON (USA), unplaced, edged left-handed at the same time as JACK TAYLOR (IRE), unplaced, shifted right-handed, and as a consequence DAHIK (IRE), unplaced, was left short of room and clipped the heels of DRAGON MOON (USA). Then inside the final furlong, GREEN POWER, unplaced, lugged left-handed, taking COUNT OTTO (IRE), unplaced, and in turn PORCHY PARTY (IRE), unplaced, off their intended lines. After viewing a recording of both incidents it was found that neither involved a riding offence nor improved the placing of any horse.
Following the race, James Doyle reported that HELVETIAN, placed fourth, hung badly right-handed under pressure. Ryan Moore reported that EMBOUR (IRE), unplaced, was never travelling; the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the colt failed to reveal any abnormalities. View Stewards report Nottingham, 02 Aug 18 Fixture Note After race 1, the going was changed to Good, Good to Firm in Places (from Good). Race 1 - 2:10pm THE myracing.com FOR GLORIOUS GOODWOOD TIPS TODAY EBF FILLIES' NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (PLUS 10 RACE) The Starter reported that ORANGE BLOSSOM refused to enter the stalls. James Given was informed that the filly could not run until the day after passing a stalls test.
Following the race, Nicola Currie reported that KADIZ (IRE), unplaced, boiled over in the preliminaries. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of KADIZ (IRE) failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 3 - 3:20pm THE myracing.com FOR FREE NOTTINGHAM TIPS NOVICE MEDIAN AUCTION STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for MINOVIA (SPA) to wear a hood in the parade ring.
Following the race, Nicola Currie reported that I THINK SO (IRE), unplaced, ran green. The Veterinary Officer reported that VERDIGRIS (IRE), placed second, lost its right hind shoe.
Race 4 - 3:55pm THE myracing.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for PICK A LITTLE to go early to post.
Ivan Furtado was fined £140 as the record of vaccinations in the passport of TAGLE (IRE) did not comply with the Rules of Racing.
Following the race, David Allan reported that COSMIC RAY, unplaced, ran keenly, hung right handed and consequently had no more to give. Andrea Atzeni reported that GIFT OF RAAJ (IRE), which started favourite and finished fifth, was never travelling. The gelding was routine tested.
Race 5 - 4:30pm THE myracing.com FOR FREE BETS AND TIPS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Following the race, Andrea Atzeni reported that CACOPHONOUS, placed eighth of eight, was never travelling and stopped quickly. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the colt failed to reveal any abnormalities. View Stewards report Epsom Downs, 02 Aug 18 Race 1 - 5:45pm THE SMARKETS STEVE DONOGHUE APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Prior to this race, Pat Phelan was asked to explain why he was running PRESENCE PROCESS here at Epsom having reported that on 19 July 2018 the gelding was unsuited by the undulations of the track. The trainer explained that the gelding’s last run here was its second run on turf since August 2017 and he wished to give the gelding another chance on his local track. He added that with hindsight the gelding may have been unsuited by being ridden too close to the pace last time and this time would be ridden more patiently. His explanations were noted.
Following the race Charlie Bennett reported that GERRY THE GLOVER, placed fifth, ran too free.
Race 2 - 6:20pm THE smarkets.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Approximately 1 ½ furlongs out, the winner, NEVER SURRENDER (IRE), lugged left towards the rail causing BRANCASTER (IRE), placed sixth, to have to take a precautionary check, 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 NEVER SURRENDER (IRE).
Following the race Jason Watson reported that CLEMENTO (IRE), unplaced, boiled over in the preliminaries. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities. The representative of David Elsworth reported that BRANCASTER, placed sixth, became unbalanced by the undulations of the track.
Race 3 - 6:55pm THE SMARKETS EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for TIME TRIALIST to be ponied early to post.
Following the race Silvestre De Sousa reported that MENDOZA (IRE), placed third, hung left. Charles Bishop reported that BELLA VITA, placed second, was denied a clear run.
Race 6 - 8:30pm THE SMARKETS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for FANFARE LADY to go early to post.
Prior to this race, the representative of Ali Stronge was asked to explain why she was running DON’T CRY ABOUT IT (IRE) here at Epsom having reported that on 25 June 2018 the gelding was unsuited by the undulations of the track at Chepstow. The trainer’s representative explained that the gelding’s poor performance last time may have been due to the DON’T CRY ABOUT IT (IRE) having travelled badly in the horsebox to Chepstow. He added that they wished to give the gelding another chance today in what is in his opinion a poor quality race. His explanations were noted. View Stewards report Stratford-on-avon, 02 Aug 18 Fixture Note After Race 3, the going on the chase course was changed to Good, Good to Firm in Places (from Good). Race 3 - 2:35pm THE WATCH MORE WITH RACINGUK EXTRA NOVICES' HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that BIRCH HILL (IRE), which was pulled up, was lame on its right fore.
Race 4 - 3:10pm THE WATCH RACING UK ON SKY 426 HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination during routine testing of WELL SAID (IRE), which was pulled up, revealed it was lame on its right fore.
Race 5 - 3:45pm THE LOW 6 HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) NEXT LEVEL (IRE) reared and landed on its side in the Parade Ring. Having been checked by a Veterinary Surgeon before leaving the Parade Ring and again at the start, the gelding was deemed fit to race.
Following the race, Charlie Hammond reported that his saddle slipped on THE KVILLEKEN, which was pulled up. Jamie Snowden reported that NEXT LEVEL (IRE), which was pulled up, was unsuited by the going, which was officially described as Good (Good to Firm in Places) on this occasion, and would prefer an easier surface. The representative of Tim Vaughan reported that RONNIE LAWSON (IRE), which was pulled up, made a bad mistake at the first fence and was unsuited by the going, which was officially described as Good (Good to Firm in Places) on this occasion, and would prefer an easier surface.
Race 6 - 4:20pm THE RACINGUK EXTRA ON racinguk.com HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) BALLYANDREW (IRE) wore earplugs.
Following the race, Richard Johnson reported that APACHEE PRINCE (IRE), which was pulled up, was never travelling and the Veterinary Officer reported that MOUNTAIN OF ANGELS, placed second, displayed symptoms of post-race heat stress.
Race 7 - 4:55pm THE ALL NEW racinguk.com NOVICES' HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) The apparent improvement in form of the winner, HIS DREAM (IRE), which had never previously been placed, was considered. Jonjo O’Neill was interviewed. His comments that the gelding was more relaxed throughout the day and settled better in the preliminaries were noted.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that SIMPLY LUCKY (IRE), placed fifth, was treated for post-race heat stress. View Stewards report Ffos Las, 02 Aug 18 Race 1 - 5:30pm THE JONES HARGREAVES NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Leaving the stalls, DEVILS ROC, placed second, jumped slightly right-handed at the same time as MADE IN LEWISHAM (IRE), unplaced, jumped left-handed, causing MERARANI, unplaced, to be checked, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved and that it had not improved the placing of DEVILS ROC.
Following the race, Fran Berry reported that MAX GUEVARA (IRE), placed eighth, hung left-handed throughout and Rhiain Ingram reported that MERARANI, unplaced, suffered interference leaving the stalls.
Race 2 - 6:05pm THE MINTBET ALL SPORT ACCA INSURANCE NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) Following the race, Jack Mitchell reported that GLAMOROUS CRESCENT, unplaced, dived left-handed leaving the stalls and hung left-handed throughout.
Race 3 - 6:40pm THE MINTBET FREEBET 2ND TO SP FAV MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) Following the race, Jack Mitchell reported that LOVEISILI, which started favourite and finished second, hung left-handed and Rossa Ryan reported that CHRISTABELLA, unplaced, ran green.
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 2, 2018 18:23:27 GMT
An earlier finish at Galway leaves Ffos Las and Epsom as the evening meetings tonight and here are three horses worth a second look . . .
La Maquina 8.15 Ffos Las
George Baker will probably still be floating on cloud nine after saddling a 125-1 winner at Goodwood yesterday, but the trainer will no doubt have one eye at least on La Maquina when he lines up in the penultimate race at Ffos Las this evening.
Promising in two starts last year, the son of Dutch Art had a wind operation before his last run at Lingfield when he finished fourth. Some like the angle of second time up after surgery and it is his handicap debut.
11/4 La Maquina 8:15 Ffos Las Don't Cry About It 8.30 Epsom
Silvestre de Sousa has a third British Flat jockeys' title in his sights, so anyone booking the hungry Brazilian will get value for their money and Sam and Ali Stronge will be keen to see him to work his wizardry on Don't Cry About It in Epsom's closer.
De Sousa got a decent tune out of the three-year-old when the pair were a solid second at Nottingham and there were excuses last time, so the gelding should be shortlisted.
7/2 Don't Cry About It 8:30 Epsom Swendab 8.45 Ffos Las
A stable favourite at John O'Shea's, Swendab is probably at his best at another Welsh venue at Chepstow, where he returned to form with a second last time.
Connections would have been chuffed with that after some in-between efforts and the ten-year-old – who has his quirks; hence his name is bad news backwards – has won at Ffos Las, and he is also appears to be on a handy mark.
7/1 Swendab 8:45 Ffos Las
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 2, 2018 18:24:18 GMT
Charlie Deutsch is out of prison on licence and already counting down the days before he can resume race riding in October.
Deutsch emerged from Bristol Prison on Wednesday after serving two and a half months of a ten-month sentence, having pleaded guilty to dangerous driving while over the drink drive limit and escaping from police custody.
He must wear a tag and observe strict curfews for another two and a half months, but he is understandably relieved to be home and insists he is a much better person for the experience.
The 22-year-old said: "It's been hard, as it was bound to be, but I'm all the better for having been there.
"I've met a lot of people and seen a lot of things that I would never have done in my normal life and I've learned huge life lessons which have made me a much better person.
"I deeply regret what I did and I needed to go to prison for it, as it was very wrong, but it was just a moment of madness, as I've said before. I was acting on instincts, and stupid ones at that, and I just panicked because in the heat of the moment I couldn't get my head around the prospect of losing my licence and the damage it would do to my career. Thankfully nobody was hurt. It could have been a lot worse."
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 2, 2018 18:25:26 GMT
The BHA said on Thursday it would consider making changes to the rules of racing following the judgement in last month's Tim Brennan case that exposed a loophole in the existing rulebook.
Brennan was accused of passing inside information about the wellbeing of Faugheen to his brother, Michael Brennan, but was exonerated both on grounds of the charges not being proven and because the independent disciplinary panel agreed with defence counsel that Brennan was not subject to the rules under which he was charged.
In the full written reasons released on Thursday, the panel noted the phrasing of rule (A)2, which spells out those who are bound by the rules, refers to those who "manage" a horse. The BHA argued that included self-employed vets, but the panel ruled against the regulator.
The panel's ruling could have far-reaching implications, since it would also suggest other self-employed professionals, such as farriers, physiotherapists and so forth, are not subject to the rules.
The panel stressed its ruling pertained only to Irish self-employed vets, since that was the case argued before it, but it is virtually inevitable that any cases brought against any self-employed professionals would now be contested on identical grounds.
To close this loophole, the panel suggested the BHA should, if it so desired, introduce an amendment to the relevant rule to "include self-employed vets, farriers or equine physiotherapists and suchlike".
Responding to the ruling, Brant Dunshea, BHA chief regulatory officer, said: “We note the panel’s view that an improvement to the wording of the rules might be required to ensure all of the appropriate people are bound by the rules of racing. We will now consider their findings on this matter before determining how to proceed.”
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Post by dennisg on Aug 3, 2018 6:07:13 GMT
IN TODAY'S SPORTING LIFE............. Ben Linfoot hit the bar with 22/1 chance Maid Up on Thursday but he's hoping Andrew Balding can strike on Friday in the Golden Mile where he takes two against the field. Recommended Bets: Value Bet, Glorious Goodwood, Day Four For details of advised bookmakers and each-way terms, visit our transparent tipping record The Unibet Golden Mile at Glorious Goodwood on Friday is one of the best handicaps all season with loads of factors to consider including the all-important draw. In the last five years 14 horses out of 20 placed in this race have broken from single-figure berths and four of those have won with the last two winners, Franklin D and Master The World, starting from stalls one and three respectively. A potential factor this year is the pace coming from out wide as there are plenty of hold-up horses drawn low with Mythical Madness (drawn one), Escobar (two), Seniority (three), Fire Brigade (five), Firmament (eight), Master The World (nine), Third Time Lucky (10) and Hors De Combat (11) all usually ridden patiently. Prominent racers like Hayadh (14) and Masham Star (21) could get across and help force the pace but the one front-runner drawn in single-figures could be at a positional advantage throughout and that horse is first reserve POET’S SOCIETY at 33/1 (William Hill ¼ 1,2,3,4, 25/1 General) after he made the final line-up following Zhui Feng's withdrawal. Mark Johnston’s horse only ran two days ago when he finished 10th in the seven-furlong handicap on Wednesday but that doesn’t tell the whole story as he set a strong gallop and only lost several places inside the final furlong as he got flanked by the closers. He didn’t run too badly at all considering the pace he set and he was beaten less than five lengths at the line, so he can improve significantly on that performance if ridden a tad more efficiently on the front end. With Frankie Dettori replacing 7lb claimer Oliver Stammers in the saddle you would expect that to be the case and there are few better jockeys at judging pace up front than the experienced Italian. 21 7 Poet's Society2(ex 3) 48-11OR: 92CD 20/1 T: M JohnstonJ: L Dettori Form: 417850Last Run Live betting powered by Backing up so quickly is not a bother to Poet’s Society, either, as he’s as tough as teak and his latest victory, at Leicester in July, came just 24 hours after he was fourth at Doncaster. Since then he’s been busy, running with credit at Newcastle after not faring so well at Newmarket in July. However, that Newmarket race has been used as a stepping stone by the winner of the Golden Mile the last two years. Most of his wins have come over seven furlongs but he’s capable over a mile, winning over the distance at Bath and a quick mile like he’ll get around here looks well within his compass. A previous winner at the track as well, in June when making all, he has plenty in his favour on Friday and with the market slow to react to the significant jockey change he looks well worth backing each-way at 33/1 with Hills or at 25s where available. There are loads of dangers with Seniority a worthy favourite and David O’Meara’s pair of Escobar and Firmament big threats if they get the breaks, but the one horse I want to have a saver on is Andrew Balding’s SOUTH SEAS at 11/1 (Hills, 10/1 General). He’s drawn out in 13 but he could get across and get a good position in mid-division considering the plethora of hold-up merchants drawn towards his inside and he could hardly have been any more eye-catching at Sandown last time. 3 13 South Seas27 49-9OR: 107 8/1 T: A M BaldingJ: Oisin Murphy Form: 2/50-746Last Run Live betting powered by Running off 105 in Esher like he does on Friday, South Seas came from an impossible position to get sixth with loads left in the tank after finding trouble in the run as well. That was further evidence that he’s got a big handicap in him off his current mark after suggesting as much at Chester and he’s a horse with plenty of classy back form being a Group 3 winner and Group 1 runner-up as a juvenile. It’s no surprise that this Qatar Racing-owned horse has ended up here with a good chance and of all of those towards the top of the market he’s the one I want to be with the most. 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: +341.34pts to advised stakes/prices (from inception of Value Bet column in January 2010 to current).
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Post by dennisg on Aug 3, 2018 6:09:08 GMT
Our star columnist takes us through his Friday and Saturday runners with three going for glory in the Unibet Stewards' Cup. Richard Fahey: Best chances 4.50 Goodwood - Qatar Handicap 3 1 Zap7 39-4OR: 97D 8/1 T: R A FaheyJ: P Hanagan Form: 290719Last Run 6.20 Hamilton - EK, East Kilbride Novice Stakes 3 3 Grise Lightning326 38-11OR: - 11/8 T: R A FaheyJ: J Garritty Form: 24-Last Run Third Time Lucky runs in the Unibet Golden Mile. He's better on slower ground but it's a £150,000 pot and we’re officially well in under a 3lb penalty for his win at York last week. If he finished in the four I'd be delighted. Mr Lupton was supplemented for the King George Qatar Stakes. I own half of him and it cost £15,000 to get him into it so we need to finish in the first four to get that back. I was kicking myself as the entries for the race closed on the same day as the Coolmore Nunthorpe. I put him in that and if I think he’s up to that level – he should have been in here too. He’s in great order right now but if Battaash turns up with his A-game we won’t beat him. If he doesn't I think we have a big chance. Finally, Dance Diva lines up in the very competitive L'Ormarins Queens Plate Oak Tree Stakes. She's a Listed winner and this is where she needs to be. She'll need luck but is in great order. She’s very tough and will run her race. I thought Militia did very well to win at Ayr last week but I’m slightly surprised he got in the Qatar Stewards' Sprint Handicap at Goodwood on Saturday. Any rain would help him but it doesn’t look like coming. As long as it’s not too quick he could run well. George Bowen probably needs to be a Group Three or Group Two horse to win a Unibet Stewards’ Cup under his penalty. However, on the form of his win at Hamilton last time and at York earlier in the year you’d have to give him a chance. Don’t draw a line through him. I thought Growl ran ok in the Sky Bet Dash last Saturday. The draw didn’t help him there and he finished fourth. Rain would be in his favour but doesn't seem to be in the forecast. It’s a pleasant surprise that Marie De Lyon got in rated 95 but early in the season I thought this was the race for her. She too would be suited by slower ground, but has a chance. Lightning Attack is a horse we thought would run really well on debut at the York Dante meeting. He was disappointing there and has been gelded since. Seven furlongs will suit him in the Qatar EBF Stallions Maiden Stakes and he is a nice horse. I thought Zap ran a blinder in the International at Ascot last week. If he turns up in the same form for the Qatar Handicap he must have a great chance from stall one. Delph Crescent has really come good since we stepped him up in trip. He handles Beverley so he should be ok around here and has his chance in the closing Qatar Apprentice Handicap. We’re double-handed in the opening Celebrating Laura Barry's 26th Birthday - EBF Novice Stakes at Thirsk. Golden Acre is a Kingman filly, she’s not overly big and from day one has been a natural. If she runs as she works she’ll go very well. Angel Sarah needs to head down the handicap route. She’s had a couple of goes in maidens and struggled a little. This is her third run and I’d be surprised if she could win this. Borodin and Calvados Spirit run in the William Hill Thirsk Summer Cup Handicap. The former is still quite inexperienced. This is only his fourth race and his first handicap and it’s quite a warm one to drop him in. He needs to be professional but if he grows up he’d have a small chance. It’s a big day for Calvados Spirit. We’re very happy with him. He’s in great order and while he’s drawn wider than I’d like in 13 - I wouldn’t rule him out in an open race. The Navigator didn’t enjoy the very fast ground at Carlisle last time. He’s a progressive horse, still quite backward, and one day could come good. We’ll have to see whether it’s in the JW 4x4 Northallerton Handicap. I’ve been a fraction disappointed with Regulator. He finished fourth at Newmarket last time and the jockey thought he was saving a bit there. We’ve stuck cheekpieces on him in the Peter Bell Memorial Handicap to see if they get him going. Picture No Sound came back a little jarred up from Dubai. He’s moving well again now and it will be interesting to see how he goes on. He’s been working ok. The European Bloodstock News British EBF Fillies' Nursery at Newmarket looks very competitive. I though the handicapper hadn’t let Posh Perfect in lightly at York last time but she ran ok to finish second. He’s left her alone for that but she needs to improve here. We drop Kimberella in grade for the Eric Roberts Memorial Conditions Stakes at Doncaster. We’re trying to get his confidence back as he’s been a bit disappointing and lost his way. It looks an ideal race for him though. Sugar Coating is probably the most disappointing horse in the yard. She works to 90 at home but runs in a 0-70, the Unison Campaigning For Public Services Fillies' Handicap. That shows how it's gone. We’ve stuck a hood on which will hopefully help her. Zebzardee runs in the BB Foodservice Nursery at Hamilton. He wasn’t quick enough for the Weatherbys Super Sprint and this is much more to his liking. He could go well. Grise Lightning has had a wind operation and we’re very happy with her. She’s by Wootton Bassett and working really well. We look to have Roger Varian’s Angel’s Glory to beat in the British Stallion Studs EBF Soba Conditions Stakes . It wouldn’t be a shock if she won here. She’s in good order. Gabrial The Devil has been going to Chester over a variety of trips this season but six furlongs here in the Gas Call Services Silk Series Lady Riders' Handicap will suit her well. She’s in great order and the ground is no bother. Queen Penn has been running ok and she likes it here. More rain would suit her in the same race. Monaco Rose is not 100% in love with the game but dropping down the weights and don’t put a line through her in the Dickies Bar Dumfries Handicap. Sioux Frontier will definitely like the ground and it will be no surprise at all to see him bounce back and go close in the closing MacGregor Flooring Co Ltd Handicap.
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Post by dennisg on Aug 3, 2018 6:10:45 GMT
Check out some of the key trends ahead of Friday's Golden Mile Handicap at Glorious Goodwood. We've team up with Weatherbys to look at some of the Glorious Goodwood stats that you’ll need to know before parting with your cash at the spectacular meeting on the Sussex Downs... 3.00 Unibet Golden Mile Handicap Click here for full racecard and free video form TRENDS 8/10 - drawn in stall 8 or lower 7/10 - won by three or four-year-olds 8/10 - officially rated between 99-106 23/30 - first three places filled by horses with a single-figure draw 9/10 - ran at Newmarket 7/10 - last ran between 14-28 days ago VERDICT The Golden Mile is a fiercely competitive mile handicap, but it often pays to focus on those towards the head of the market, in fact only two of the last ten winners have returned bigger than 12/1. The draw has also been critical over the years with eight of the last ten winners coming from stall eight or lower, and 23 of the 30 first three places filled by horses with a single-figure draw. Three- and four-year-olds fare well too, taking seven of the last ten, whilst a rating between 99-106 and a recent run at Newmarket, Sandown or York, are other positives to look out for. Those who have run in the past 14 to 28 days also do well. Ticking all five of our main trends, ESCOBAR is the clear pick for David O'Meara and Danny Tudhope. He arrives on the back of a solid effort in defeat in the Coral Challenge at Sandown 27 days ago, a race which received a form boost when the third, Via Serendipity, finished a respectable fourth in the International at Ascot on Saturday. O'Meara’s four-year-old has plenty going for him, and connections will be delighted with his pitch stall two. Of the others, South Seas looks an interesting contender, despite being drawn a little wider than ideal in stall 13. Like Escobar, he shaped with plenty of promise in the Coral Challenge last time, coming from a mile back and not enjoying the clearest of runs. It could be a case of déjà vu again here but if he gets luck in running, he has strong claims to be involved in the finish. Master The World won the race last year, and a repeat bid is not completely out of the question from a 3lbs higher mark. He was down the field in the John Smith’s Cup at York last time, but an improved performance can’t be ruled out from stall nine. Bettrends 1-2-3 1st ESCOBAR 2nd South Seas 3rd Master The World
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Post by dennisg on Aug 3, 2018 6:12:31 GMT
Anita Chambers expects Battaash to return to winning ways and has a tip for every race in the UK and Ireland. Battaash can repeat his victory of last year in the Qatar King George Stakes on day four at Goodwood. It was in this five-furlong heat 12 months ago that Charlie Hills' charge really marked himself out as a horse on the up, and although his progress was subsequently checked next time, his Abbaye win at the end of the year showed he is truly top rank. The four-year-old has certainly not done anything this term to disprove that opinion, winning the Temple Stakes at Haydock before having to settle for second in the King's Stand at Royal Ascot. While that run might be disappointing on the face of it, Battaash was prominent throughout and those early exertions possibly just told as Blue Point had more in reserve on the run to the line. Hills is always slightly fighting against Battaash's rather highly-strung temperament, but Goodwood's atmosphere is decidedly less high octane than Ascot and it will be a surprise if he cannot regain the winning thread. It would similarly be a shock if Mirage Dancer cannot prevail in the Bombay Sapphire Glorious Stakes. Sir Michael Stoute's runner had to settle for second behind Best Solution at Newmarket on his most recent outing, when the adoption of front-running tactics possibly did not bring out the very best in him. Nevertheless it was a decent effort and having already won over a mile and a half at this track back in May, the Sussex Downs holds no fears for this son of Frankel. Stoute should also be in the mix with Regal Reality in the Bonhams Thoroughbred Stakes. The three-year-old won on his only juvenile start last year and deserves a fair bit of credit for his performance on his only start so far this term. Contesting the Heron Stakes at Sandown, he looked as though he might stay on from the back of the field to take a hand in the finish, but ultimately a lack of race fitness told and he faded back into sixth. The exploits of the winner Without Parole are well known, so to finish just four lengths adrift reads very well indeed. One-time Classic hope South Seas can finally enjoy a substantial pay day in the Unibet Golden Mile Handicap. Group One-placed as a juvenile, he only had two outings last year and has seemingly taken a bit of time to really get rolling this term. However, his recent fourth in a competitive event at Sandown caught the eye, trying to come from last place before suffering a bit of trouble in running and eventually finishing sixth. He remains on a rating of 105 and could have been well placed here by Andrew Balding. Betty F could be something of a dark horse in the L'Ormarins Queens Plate Oak Tree Stakes. Jeremy Noseda felt her good enough to be pitched into Group One company as a juvenile and while she ultimately fell short, it does at least give an indication of the regard in which she is held. A recent novice victory at Doncaster might not stack up to much, but it should see this daughter of Frankel line up here with her confidence riding high. Raydiance is an intriguing runner in the British EBF Conditions Stakes at Thirsk. Karl Burke's three-year-old was last seen when landing a Listed heat at Ascot last July and the fact he holds a Group Two entry for next month suggests that he has lost none of his ability. Sporting Life selections: BANGOR: 1.30 Cosette, 2.00 Travertine, 2.35 Lofgren, 3.10 My Brother, 3.45 Salto Chisco, 4.20 Oakmont, 4.50 Aristocracy. GALWAY: 5.10 Zuenoon, 5.45 Hasimiyya, 6.15 She Got Fast, 6.50 Nessun Dorma, 7.25 Wicklow Brave, 7.55 Attribution, 8.25 Bhutan. GOODWOOD: 1.50 Mirage Dancer, 2.25 Regal Reality, 3.00 South Seas, 3.35 BATTAASH (NAP), 4.10 Leading Spirit, 4.40 Betty F, 5.15 Celestial Force. MUSSELBURGH: 5.40 Luv U Whatever, 6.10 Flint Hill, 6.45 Pepys, 7.20 Dapper Man, 7.50 Tick Tock Croc, 8.20 Surrender, 8.50 Arnold. NEWMARKET: 5.20 Lalania, 5.50 Born To Spend, 6.25 Garrus, 7.00 Garbanzo, 7.30 Big Storm Coming, 8.00 Rawdaa, 8.30 Zeyzoun. THIRSK: 1.40 Lady Lavinia, 2.10 Diviner, 2.45 Liamba, 3.20 Donny Belle, 3.55 Raydiance, 4.30 Victors Lady, 5.00 Airplane, 5.35 Etienne Gerard. WOLVERHAMPTON: 5.30 Capla Demon, 6.00 Island Of Life, 6.35 Uncle Jerry, 7.10 White Turf, 7.40 Galileo's Spear, 8.10 The Chemist. DOUBLE: Battaash and South Seas.
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 3, 2018 8:15:37 GMT
Friday: going, weather & non-runners Bangor-on-Dee GOING: GOOD (GoingStick: 6.9) (Watered) WEATHER: Partly cloudy Galway GOING: SOFT (National Hunt) SOFT TO HEAVY (Flat) WEATHER: Scattered showers Goodwood GOING: GOOD TO FIRM (Good in places; GoingStick: Overall 7.4; Straight - Far side 6.9, Centre 6.7 and Stands' side 6.8) (Watered) WEATHER: Sunny STALLS: Straight course - Stands' side; 1m3f & 1m4f - Outside; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 2:25 Curiosity (2) 3:00 Zhui Feng (1) 4:40 Could It Be Love (11)Shepherd Market (18) 5:15 Juneau (1) Musselburgh GOING: GOOD TO FIRM (Good in places; GoingStick: 7.3) (Watered) WEATHER: Partly cloudy STALLS: 5f - Stands' side; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 5:40 New Abbey Angel (11) Newmarket (July) GOING: GOOD TO FIRM (Good in places; GoingStick: 7.2) (Watering) (Rail movements - R2 & 4 +3yds) WEATHER: Partly cloudy STALLS: (Stands' side course) 1m4f - Centre; Remainder - Far Side NON RUNNERS: 5:50 Dream Serenade (4)Our Cilla (7) 7:00 Giveaway Glance (4) Thirsk GOING: GOOD (Good to firm in places) (Rail movements: R1, 5 & 7 +7y) WEATHER: Partly cloudy STALLS: Straight course - Centre; 1m4f - Stands' Side; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 2:45 Florida's King (11)Liamba (5) 3:20 Flo's Melody (7) 5:00 Alexanderthegreat (5) 5:35 Size Matters (6)Etienne Gerard (8) Wolverhampton (AW) GOING: TAPETA: STANDARD WEATHER: Mostly cloudy STALLS: Inside NON RUNNERS: 6:00 Outrage (1) 6:35 Good Looker (5) 7:10 Club Tropicana (3)
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 3, 2018 8:16:50 GMT
BANKER
Leading Spirit (4.10 Goodwood)
Bumped into three useful types in his runs in novice company but following a gelding operation, he absolutely hacked up in a Newbury nursery contest last week by three and a quarter lengths. He travelled like a horse well ahead of his mark that day under James Doyle and is unsurprisingly turned out quickly under a penalty, which allows him to run off 10lb lower than he would do under his reassessed mark. His draw in stall one is the only slight negative, but he looks classy enough to overcome that and win with plenty in hand.
13/8 Leading Spirit 4:10 Goodwood EYECATCHER
Himself (7.30 Newmarket)
Richard Hannon's gelding was consistent without showing signs of improving off marks in the low 70s last season, but has progressed as a four-year-old and recorded a career-best performance when winning over this course and distance last month. He had little luck in running that day but picked up well when the gaps opened and won quite cosily by the line. He's just 4lb higher here, should get the race run to suit with Trulee Scrumptious in the field and the fact James Doyle retains the ride is encouraging.
5/2 Himself 7:30 Newmarket (July) IRISH ANGLE
Gizi Gazelle (5.45 Galway)
Eamonn O'Connell's Gizi Gazelle showed nothing in maiden company last season but is another to have improved since being sent handicapping and won with plenty in hand when last seen at Tipperary in May. That came off a mark of 50 under Declan McDonogh, but she recorded a pretty-impressive RPR of 69 and she was geared down a long way before the line. The break will have freshened her up for this contest and, although she's running off 13lb higher, Dylan Hogan's presence in the saddle removes more than half of the rise. Stall six is a plus and the testing conditions won't phase her.
11/2 Gizi Gazelle 5:45 Galway
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 3, 2018 8:17:26 GMT
Take Cover has recorded form figures of 4121 in the King George Qatar Stakes at Goodwood (3.35) and can go well again on his fifth appearance in the race. Jockey Andrea Atzeni has won twice on the 11-year-old from three starts.
Hugo Palmer has operated at an impressive 37 per cent-strike rate in the last two years when applying a hood for the first time. Hyperfocus has shown nothing in his past five starts but could be worth chancing in the headgear for the first time in the 8.30 at Newmarket.
Chris Fairhurst is in hot form, scoring with three of his last four runners. He operates at an impressive 40 per cent strike-rate when booking Paula Muir at Thirsk, and the pair team up with French Silk in the 2.45.
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 3, 2018 8:21:06 GMT
GLORIOUS GOODWOOD
Robin Goodfellow
1.50 Mirage Dancer
2.25 Threading
3.00 Original Choice (nap)
3.35 Battaash
4.10 Leading Spirit
4.40 Pretty Baby
5.15 Baritone
Gimcrack
1.50 Mirage Dancer
2.25 Regal Reality (nb)
3.00 South Seas
3.35 Battaash (nap)
4.10 Leading Spirit
4.40 Betty F
5.15 Celestial Force
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 3, 2018 8:21:36 GMT
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 3, 2018 8:22:05 GMT
BANGOR
Robin Goodfellow
1.30 Silk Run
2.00 Mr Caffrey
2.35 Premier King
3.10 Fort Jefferson
3.45 My Renaissance
4.20 St George’s Oval
4.50 Aristocracy
Gimcrack
1.30 Cosette
2.00 Travertine
2.35 Lofgren
3.10 My Brother
3.45 Salto Chisco
4.20 Oakmont
4.50 Aristocracy
MUSSELBURGH
Robin Goodfellow
5.40 The Resdev Way
6.10 Caballero
6.45 Sureyoutoldme
7.20 Economic Crisis
7.50 Diamonique
8.20 Military Madame (nb)
8.50 Eternalist
Gimcrack
5.40 Luv U Whatever
6.10 Flint Hill
6.45 Pepys
7.20 Dapper Man
7.50 Tick Tock Croc
8.20 Surrender
8.50 Arnold
THIRSK
Robin Goodfellow
1.40 New Winds
2.10 Diviner
2.45 Ghost
3.20 Donny Belle
3.55 Mankib
4.30 Thirlmere
5.00 Airplane
5.35 Eastern Racer
Gimcrack
1.40 Lady Lavinia
2.10 Diviner
2.45 Liamba
3.20 Donny Belle
3.55 Raydiance
4.30 Victors Lady
5.00 Airplane
5.35 Etienne Gerard
WOLVERHAMPTON
Robin Goodfellow
5.30 Bomad
6.00 Island Of Life
6.35 Molly Mai
7.10 Grey Spirit
7.40 Galileo’s Spear
8.10 Dolcissimo
Gimcrack
5.30 Capla Demon
6.00 Island Of Life
6.35 Uncle Jerry
7.10 White Turf
7.40 Galileo’s Spear
8.10 The Chemist
NEWMARKET
Robin Goodfellow
5.20 Lalania
5.50 Pilgrim Soul
6.25 Garrus
7.00 Royal Reserve
7.30 Big Storm Coming
8.00 Sharamm
8.30 Mr Wagyu
Gimcrack
5.20 Lalania
5.50 Born To Spend
6.25 Garrus
7.00 Garbanzo
7.30 Big Storm Coming
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 3, 2018 11:38:13 GMT
SATURDAY.
FREE TO AIR TV RACES 1:50 GOODWOOD Qatar Stewards' Sprint Handicap (Consolation Race For The Stewards' Cup) Cl2 (3yo+) 6f ITV 23 runners 2:05 NEWMARKET (JULY) British Stallion Studs EBF Chalice Stakes (Listed Race) (Fillies & Mares) Cl1 (3yo+) 1m4f ITV 9 runners 2:25 GOODWOOD Qatar Summer Handicap Cl2 (3yo+) 1m6f ITV 14 runners 2:40 NEWMARKET (JULY) European Bloodstock News British EBF Fillies' Nursery Handicap Cl2 (2yo) 6f ITV 15 runners 3:00 GOODWOOD Qatar Gordon Stakes (Group 3) Cl1 (3yo) 1m4f ITV 4 runners 3:40 GOODWOOD Unibet Stewards' Cup Handicap (Heritage Handicap) Cl2 (3yo+) 6f ITV 28 runners
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 3, 2018 11:38:59 GMT
SCOOP 6.
SCOOP 6 1:50 GOODWOOD Qatar Stewards' Sprint Handicap (Consolation Race For The Stewards' Cup) Cl2 (3yo+) 6f ITV 23 runners 2:05 NEWMARKET (JULY) British Stallion Studs EBF Chalice Stakes (Listed Race) (Fillies & Mares) Cl1 (3yo+) 1m4f ITV 9 runners 2:25 GOODWOOD Qatar Summer Handicap Cl2 (3yo+) 1m6f ITV 14 runners 2:40 NEWMARKET (JULY) European Bloodstock News British EBF Fillies' Nursery Handicap Cl2 (2yo) 6f ITV 15 runners 3:00 GOODWOOD Qatar Gordon Stakes (Group 3) Cl1 (3yo) 1m4f ITV 4 runners 3:40 GOODWOOD Unibet Stewards' Cup Handicap (Heritage Handicap) Cl2 (3yo+) 6f ITV 28 runners.
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 3, 2018 12:43:52 GMT
THIRSK.
There has been some pretty heavy rain for the last half hour or so, so there is chance of a going change after the first race.
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 3, 2018 17:53:21 GMT
Bangor-on-dee, 03 Aug 18 Race 1 - 1:30pm THE CLOSE BROTHERS ASSET FINANCE MARES' MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Following the race, Wayne Hutchinson reported that his saddle slipped on SKIN DEEP (IRE) and so he pulled up. The Veterinary Officer reported that the winner, SILK RUN (IRE), lost its left fore shoe.
Race 3 - 2:35pm THE FRASER WEALTH MANAGEMENT HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) Permission was given for SHADY GLEN (IRE) to go early to post.
Following the race, Richard Johnson reported that SCOOP THE POT (IRE), which was pulled up, was never travelling. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination, during routine testing, of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 4 - 3:10pm THE MEADE-KING ROBINSON NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Permission was given for INVINCIBLE WISH (IRE) to go early to post.
An enquiry was held into the running and riding of NOAH AND THE ARK (IRE), ridden by Will Kennedy and trained by Donald McCain, which was dropped in behind and tenderly handled throughout to finish fifth, beaten by 18 ¼ lengths. The rider and the trainer were interviewed and shown recordings of the race and the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination, during routine testing of the gelding, failed to reveal any abnormalities. The rider stated his instructions were to take his time in order to get the gelding to relax, as it has been running keen having lost its confidence from a previous race and, as a result, not finishing its races. He added that he asked for his effort between the fourth and third last flights, but was unwilling to put the gelding under too much pressure for fear of unsettling NOAH AND THE ARK (IRE) believing that had he done so, he wouldn’t have finished as close as he had done. He concluded that he was pleased with the gelding’s performance although he thought he would be better over further once he has learned to settle. The trainer stated that the ride accorded with his instructions and he was happy with the ride given. He further added that this was the gelding’s best run for him to date. Kennedy was suspended for 14 days and McCain was fined £3000 for schooling the horse on the racecourse in that Kennedy had failed to ride his mount in such a way that he could be seen to ask for timely, real and substantial effort to obtain the best possible placing. NOAH AND THE ARK (IRE) was suspended from running in any race for 40 days.
Race 5 - 3:45pm THE CANTER CARPET HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) The winner, VOLVALIEN (FR), appeared to show improved form, compared with its previous run at Uttoxeter on 10 July 2018 where the gelding finished last of six, beaten by 38 lengths. The explanation from the trainer’s representative that VOLVALIEN (FR) had stripped fitter for its previous run was noted.
The performance of DARK INVADER (FR) which started favourite and finished fifth, was considered. The representative of Evan Williams could offer no explanation for the gelding’s performance. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 6 - 4:20pm THE SG ESTATES LTD HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) WATT BRODERICK (IRE) half reared and fell softly onto its side on the grass in the Parade Ring. Having been examined by the Veterinary Surgeon at the start, the gelding was deemed fit to race.
An enquiry was held prior to this race following a report from the Veterinary Officer that OAKMONT (FR), trained by John McConnell, was found to have a haematoma from a puncture wound near the jugular vein. They interviewed the trainer, the Veterinary Officer and the Equine Welfare and Integrity Officer. They noted the explanation given by the trainer that the gelding had been administered with Duphalyte, an intravenous electrolyte, on the previous day, 2 August 2018, prior to travelling by ferry to Bangor. Being satisfied that OAKMONT (FR) had received only normal food and water on the day of racing, the Stewards allowed the gelding to run, and ordered it to be post-race routine tested. They further ordered McConnell to forward a copy of his veterinary records to the Head Office of the British Horseracing Authority.
Race 7 - 4:50pm THE R W HOUGH & SONS CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS' HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) An enquiry was held into the running and riding of KILCARAGH BOY (IRE), ridden by Stan Sheppard and trained by Matt Sheppard, which jumped off behind the pace and was asked for a late effort to finish eighth, beaten by 22 ¼ lengths. The rider and the trainer were interviewed and shown recordings of the race and the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination failed to reveal any abnormalities. The rider stated his instructions were to hold up the gelding and try to get it to finish its race, having run keen previously. He added that having ridden the horse before, he felt it settled better today being slightly off the pace, however failed to pick up when asked turning in. The trainer stated that the ride accorded with his instructions and he was happy with the ride given. Their explanations were noted.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that NEMEAN LION (IRE), placed fifth, lost its left fore shoe and ARISTOCRACY, which was pulled up, finished sore. View Stewards report Musselburgh, 03 Aug 18 Race 1 - 5:40pm THE GET SO MUCH MORE WITH RACING UK AMATEUR RIDERS' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Mr Dylan McDonagh, the rider of BUYER BEWARE (IRE), had appeared to stop riding shortly before the winning post, to be beaten ½ a length into fifth place. After being interviewed and shown recordings of the incident, Mr McDonagh was suspended for 2 days for failing to take all reasonable and permissible measures to obtain the best possible placing on a horse that could have finished fourth.
Mr George Eddery, the rider of TYNECASTLE PARK, placed seventh, had appeared to stop riding shortly before the winning post, to be beaten a head into seventh place. After being interviewed and shown recordings of the incident, Mr Eddery was suspended for 1 day for failing to take all reasonable and permissible measures to obtain the best possible placing on a horse that could have finished sixth.
Race 3 - 6:45pm THE BET AT racinguk.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for HOW BIZARRE to go to post early, and for BARRACUDA BOY (IRE) to be led early to post. View Stewards report Goodwood, 03 Aug 18 Race 1 - 1:50pm THE BOMBAY SAPPHIRE GLORIOUS STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 3) Approximately one and a half furlongs out, EMINENT (IRE), placed fifth, when dropping back had edged slightly right-handed causing the rider of SCOTLAND (GER), unplaced, to have to take a momentary check. After viewing a recording of the incident it was found that no riding offence was involved and it had not improved the placing of EMINENT (IRE).
Race 2 - 2:25pm THE BONHAMS THOROUGHBRED STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 3) Permission was given for OSTILIO to wear a hood in the Parade Ring.
The performance of THREADING (IRE), which started favourite and finished last of six runners, was considered. Mark Johnston could offer no explanation for the filly's performance, other than he felt it was a messy race. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of THREADING (IRE) during routine testing, failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Following the race, Andrea Atzeni reported that OSTILIO, placed second, lugged right-handed into the rail. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of THREEANDFOURPENCE (USA), placed fifth, revealed the colt to be lame on its left-fore leg.
Race 3 - 3:00pm THE UNIBET GOLDEN MILE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) A query was raised with Andrew Balding to consider why there was a delay in declaring ZWAYYAN a non-runner in this race. Balding explained that his secretary had tried to declare the gelding a non-runner on the Racing Admin Site after the Vet Cert had been issued that morning, but had inadvertently failed to complete the process and the error had not been discovered until Balding had arrived at the course. As Weatherbys were able to verify that an attempt had been made to declare the horse a non-runner, no further action was taken.
Permission was given for BORDERFORCE (FR) to go early to post.
Just inside the final furlong MYTHICAL MADNESS, placed fifth, edged right-handed causing HAYADH, unplaced, to have to be checked. After this, C NOTE (IRE), unplaced, edged right-handed taking ESCOBAR (IRE), unplaced, off its intended line, at the same time as MYTHICAL MADNESS edged left-handed and as a consequence MASHAM STAR (IRE), unplaced, was left short of room and had to be checked by the rider. 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, Richard Kingscote reported that REPURCUSSION, unplaced, ran too free, Daniel Tudhope reported that ESCOBAR (IRE), unplaced, was denied a clear run, and Robert Havlin reported that SHADY MCCOY (USA), unplaced, was denied a clear run.
Race 4 - 3:35pm THE KING GEORGE QATAR STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 2) Permission was given for BATTAASH (IRE) to be mounted in the chute, for TAKE COVER to go early and be led to post, and for STONE OF DESTINY and MAIN DESIRE (IRE) to wear a hood in the Parade Ring.
Inside the final half furlong, MR LUPTON (IRE), placed fourth, edged left-handed causing the rider of HEARTACHE, unplaced, to take a momentary check. After viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved and it had not improved the placing of MR LUPTON (IRE).
Race 6 - 4:40pm THE L'ORMARINS QUEENS PLATE OAK TREE STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 3) Permission was given for ONE MASTER to go early to post.
An enquiry was held to consider possible interference inside the final two furlongs when there was interference between DANCE DIVA, unplaced, ridden by Paul Hanagan, and DANCING STAR, placed second, ridden by Oisin Murphy. After hearing the evidence and viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no interference had taken place and that DANCING STAR had been denied a clear run having never had a sufficient gap to go through.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that DAN'S DREAM, unplaced, was suffering from mild heat stress post-race.
Race 7 - 5:15pm THE MALTSMITHS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Following the race, the representative of Charles Hills reported that GROVEMAN, unplaced, was unsuited by coming down the Goodwood hill. View Stewards report Newmarket, 03 Aug 18 Fixture Note An enquiry was held, adjourned from Wolverhampton on 29 July 2018: Danny Brock, the rider of CHASING DIAMONDS, placed second, was suspended for 2 days for using his whip arm above shoulder height inside the final furlong. Race 1 - 5:20pm THE FLY LONDON SOUTHEND AIRPORT TO PERPIGNAN HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Following the race Daniel Muscutt reported that LALANIA, placed third, boiled over in the preliminaries.
Race 2 - 5:50pm THE FLY LONDON SOUTHEND AIRPORT TO MILAN FILLIES' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for SAILING HOME to wear a hood in the parade ring.
The performance of SAILING HOME which finished unplaced, was considered. Adam Kirby reported that the filly had boiled over in the preliminaries. The representative of Michael Bell could offer no further explanation for the filly’s performance. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the filly failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 3 - 6:25pm THE FLY LONDON SOUTHEND AIRPORT TO LYON EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (PLUS 10 RACE) Following the race Aaron Jones reported that BUBBELA (IRE), unplaced, hung left.
Race 4 - 7:00pm THE FLY LONDON SOUTHEND AIRPORT TO PRAGUE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) REVEREND JACOBS wore earplugs which were removed at the start. View Stewards report Thirsk, 03 Aug 18 Fixture Note After Race 1 the going was changed to Good to Soft (from Good, Good to Firm in places). Race 2 - 2:10pm THE GET DAILY TIPS AT racinguk.com NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Permission was given for BIG BOOTS (IRE) to go early to post.
The performance of DIVINER (IRE) which finished unplaced, was considered. The representative of Mark Johnston could offer no explanation for the filly’s performance. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of DIVINER (IRE) during routine testing failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 3 - 2:45pm THE TOMRODS STEEL STOCKHOLDER & SERVICE CENTRE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV I) Approximately 3f out, FRENCH SILK, placed seventh, edged slightly left interfering with ERASTUS, placed fourth, which in turn interfered with BROCKEY RISE (IRE), placed fifth, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Following the race the Veterinary Officer reported that PORRIMA (IRE), placed sixth, had lost her right fore shoe.
Race 4 - 3:20pm THE TOMRODS STEEL STOCKHOLDER & SERVICE CENTRE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV II) Permission was given for ANOTHER SITUATION (USA) to go early to post.
Following the race, Gavin Ashton reported that EYES OF FIRE, unplaced, hung badly right at the start and was reluctant to race.
Race 5 - 3:55pm THE BRITISH EBF CONDITIONS STAKES (CLASS 3) Permission was given for MANKIB to go early to post.
MAZZINI, trained by James Fanshawe had entered the Parade Ring after the signal to mount had been given. After being interviewed, the trainer’s representative’s explanation that MAZZINI was particularly difficult to saddle and he had been unable to persuade the rider to do a double weigh to allow him more time to saddle was accepted.
Inside the final ½ furlong, RAYDIANCE, placed second, lugged right taking the winner, MANKIB off its intended line, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Race 6 - 4:30pm THE LADIES' DAY @thirskraces SATURDAY 8TH SEPTEMBER BOOK NOW NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for RESOLUTION to be led early to post, however the filly was unruly and .withdrawn by the Veterinary Officer at 16.16.
The Starter reported that THIRLMERE was unruly in the stalls and withdrawn at 16.30. Michael Dods was informed that the filly could not run until the day after passing a stalls test.
The Starter reported that RED HOT FUSION refused to enter stalls. Alan Berry was informed that the colt could not run until the day after passing a stalls test.
Race 7 - 5:00pm THE CHESTNUT ROOM @thirskraces IDEAL WEDDING VENUE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Nathan Evans, the rider of APHAEA, was slow to remove the blindfold resulting in his horse being slightly slow to start. After being interviewed and shown recordings of the incident, Evans’ explanation that the blindfold became stuck and took two attempts to remove it was noted.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that MARCONI, placed fifth, was lame on its left fore. Silvestre De Sousa reported that PENTLAND HILLS (IRE), placed second, hung left-handed. Andrew Elliott reported that GLACIER (IRE), unplaced, was never travelling.
The performance of AIRPLANE (IRE) which finished eighth, was considered. The representative of Tim Easterby could offer no explanation for the gelding’s performance. AIRPLANE (IRE) was routine tested.
Race 8 - 5:35pm THE GO RACING IN YORKSHIRE FUTURE STARS APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (Go Racing In Yorkshire Future Stars Apprentice Series Round 7) Permission was given for RAFFLE KING (IRE) and ALFIE'S ANGEL (IRE) to go early to post.
Following the race, Oakley Brown reported that RAFFLE KING (IRE), placed fifth, reared and jumped awkwardly leaving the stalls. View Stewards report Bath, 03 Aug 18 Fixture Note Abandoned - Hard Ground Nothing to report View Stewards report Wolverhampton, 03 Aug 18 Race 1 - 5:30pm THE 188BET MOBILE BET 10 GET 20 SPRINT SERIES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (Bath Summer Sprint Series Qualifier) Permission was given for BOMAD to go early to post.
Leaving the stalls GO SANDY, placed second, jumped left-handed, taking JONNYSIMPSON (IRE), placed seventh, with it, at the same time as BRANDY STATION (IRE), placed sixth, jumped right-handed, causing BOMAD, placed third, to have to be checked, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved and that it had not improved the placing of GO SANDY.
Following the race Joey Haynes reported that BRANDY STATION (IRE), placed sixth, was slowly away.
Race 2 - 6:00pm THE 188BET GOODWOOD EXTRA PLACE RACES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Leaving the stalls KRYSTALLITE, placed fourth, jumped left-handed, interfering with CAPTAIN LARS (SAF), placed second, which in turn interfered with RED STRIPES (USA), placed seventh, which in turn interfered with JUSTICE LADY (IRE), placed fifth, 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 KRYSTALLITE.
Race 6 - 8:10pm THE PLAY BLACKJACK AT 188BET CASINO FILLIES' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Permission was given for FINALE to go early and be led to post.
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 3, 2018 19:07:42 GMT
Newmarket: Anthony Burke
Balgair (5.35 Newmarket, nap)
Winner of his last two races, one of them being over course and distance, when last seen in June. Tom Clover's Balgair doesn't appear to have been over penalised for that effort and can build on what has been a productive summer so far.
4/1 Balgair 5:35 Newmarket (July) Others to follow Chelmsford 1.10 Seductive, 1.40 Misty Spirit, 2.10 Procedure, 2.45 Rude Awakening, 3.20 Done Deal, 3.55 Four Fifty Three. Doncaster 2.20 Coolongolook, 2.55 Nostrovia, 3.30 Willie John, 4.05 Another Eclipse, 4.40 Top Score, 5.15 Revived. Goodwood 1.50 Maakaasib, 2.25 Walton Street, 3.00 Cross Counter, 3.40 Spring Loaded, 4.50 Restive Spirit, 5.25 Noble Peace. Hamilton 6.20 Angel's Glory, 6.50 Letmestopyouthere. Lingfield 4.55 Stosur, 5.30 Shining Romeo, 6.35 Mirabai, 7.05 Golden Slam, 7.35 Deeds Not Words, 8.05 Swiss Air. Newmarket 2.05 Highgarden, 2.40 Thriving, 3.15 Divine Justice, 3.50 Swiss Knight, 4.25 Phantasmic, 5.00 Team Decision. Thirsk 2.15 Major Partnership, 4.00 Jeremiah, 5.10 Soar Above.
North: Colin Russell
Regal Mirage (7.50 Hamilton, nap)
Below his best last time but the race didn't go his way. Had been in good form prior to that and as he is three from three on the course and is fancied to bounce back.
SP Regal Mirage 7:50 Hamilton Others to follow Chelmsford 1.10 Unbeatable Dancer, 2.10 Queen in Waiting, 2.45 Bayshore Freeway, 3.55 Branscombe. Doncaster 2.20 Falmouth Light, 2.55 Dancing On A Dream, 3.30 Call Me Madam, 4.05 Gulf Of Poets, 4.40 Kimberella, 5.15 Abamanova, 5.45 Silver Starlight. Goodwood 1.50 Militia, 2.25 Soldier In Action, 3.00 Dee Ex Bee, 3.40 Growl, 4.15 Sky Defender, 4.50 Vale Of Kent, 5.25 Aquarium. Hamilton 5.50 Iconic Choice, 6.20 Grise Lightning, 6.50 Kyllachy Dragon, 7.20 Tanasoq, 8.20 Mama Said, 8.50 Iron Sky. Newmarket 2.40 Princess Power, 3.50 Citron Major, 5.00 Scottish Summitt, 5.35 Woody Bay. Thirsk: 1.45 Three Card Trick, 2.15 Move In Faster, 2.50 Jabbarockie, 3.25 Swift Emperor, 4.00 Card High, 4.35 Captain Jameson, 5.10 Travel Lightly.
Lambourn: James Burn
Manson (5.25 Goodwood, nap)
Five-year-old is capable off 92 and is worth another go at this trip having kept on pleasingly on his recent outings, while Gabriele Malune is riding well and is an eyecatching booking.
16/1 Manson 5:25 Goodwood Others to follow Chelmsford 1.40 Thammin, 3.20 Rewaayat. Doncaster 4.40 Ice Age, 5.15 Maygold. Goodwood 1.50 Chagatai, 2.25 On To Victory, 3.40 Tis Marvellous, 4.15 Cloak And Dagger. Lingfield 6.05 Peace And Plenty, 6.35 Bug Boy, 7.35 Tuscany, 8.05 Ustath. Newmarket 2.05 Buildmeupbuttercup, 2.40 Quiet Waters, 4.25 Hyanna, 5.00 Liva.
West Country: Andrew King
Margub (3.20 Chelmsford, nap)
Bolted up over course and distance on comeback and can score again before having his sights raised.
4/6 Margub 3:20 Chelmsford (AW) Others to follow Chelmsford 5.05 False Id
Racing Post Ratings: Simon Turner
Boy In The Bar (1.50 Goodwood, nap)
Course and distance winner who looks well handicapped for a crack at this good prize. Easy to excuse latest defeat and expected to go close.
Boy In The Bar 1:50 Goodwood Topspeed: Dave Edwards
Melting Dew (2.25 Goodwood, nap)
Has scored twice over ten furlongs this season and Sir Michael Stoute's progressive four-year-old may prove equally effective over this longer trip.
9/2 Melting Dew 2:25 Goodwood Longshot: Sam King
Lancelot Du Lac (3.40 Goodwood, nap)
Dean Ivory's sprinter won this race in 2017 and although he's run below form on turf this year, it wouldn't be a surprise to see a return to form and he can outrun his odds.
20/1 Lancelot Du Lac 3:40 Goodwood Ireland: Tony O'Hehir
Oscar Knight (4.45 Galway, nap)
A versatile perfomer, the Tom Mullins-trained nine-year-old, a course winner over fences, appeals in today's long distance handicap hurdle. Rated 5lb lower than he is over fences, he gets the vote to score under Mark Walsh.
16/1 Oscar Knight 4:45 Galway The Raceform Interactive nugget
Sun Maiden (3.00 Goodwood, nap)
Sir Michael Stoute has been the man to side with in the Gordon Stakes (3.00 Goodwood). He's had eight runners in the last decade, with five winning and two more placing. Therefore, his Sun Maiden can take the beating.
9/4 Sun Maiden 3:00 Goodwood
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 3, 2018 19:08:23 GMT
Richard Hannon has an impressive 60 per-cent strike-rate at Thirsk and sends two runners there, the pick being War Glory in the Thirsk Summer Cup (3.25). This son of Canford Cliffs has been running well and apprentice Rossa Ryan claims a handy 3lb.
When Ben Curtis and the David Barron-trained Gunmetal team up it’s worth taking note as they have a 100 per-cent strike rate (2-2) together. They bid for the hat-trick in the Stewards’ Cup at Goodwood (3.40).
Harry Bentley has a 21 per cent strike-rate at Lingfield and makes the dash from Goodwood for one ride, Gripper (5.30). The trip looks ideal for this three year old, who can benefit from first-time cheekpieces.
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