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Post by Kimmy on Aug 24, 2018 8:38:43 GMT
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 24, 2018 11:58:05 GMT
SATURDAY.
FREE TO AIR TV RACES 1:50 YORK Sky Bet And Symphony Group Strensall Stakes (Group 3) Cl1 (3yo+) 1m1f ITV 9 runners 2:05 GOODWOOD Ladbrokes Celebration Mile Stakes (Group 2) Cl1 (3yo+) 1m ITV 8 runners 2:25 YORK Sky Bet Melrose Handicap (Heritage Handicap) Cl2 (3yo 0-105) 1m6f ITV 16 runners 2:40 GOODWOOD Ladbrokes Prestige Stakes (Group 3) (Fillies) Cl1 (2yo) 7f ITV 9 runners 3:00 YORK Sky Bet City Of York Stakes (Group 3) Cl1 (3yo+) 7f ITV 9 runners 3:15 GOODWOOD Ladbrokes Bet £5 Get £20 Handicap Cl2 (3yo+) 7f ITV 20 runners 3:40 YORK Sky Bet Ebor Handicap (Heritage Handicap) Cl2 (4yo+) 1m6f ITV
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 24, 2018 11:58:35 GMT
SATURDAY.
SCOOP 6 1:50 YORK Sky Bet And Symphony Group Strensall Stakes (Group 3) Cl1 (3yo+) 1m1f ITV 9 runners 2:25 YORK Sky Bet Melrose Handicap (Heritage Handicap) Cl2 (3yo 0-105) 1m6f ITV 16 runners 2:40 GOODWOOD Ladbrokes Prestige Stakes (Group 3) (Fillies) Cl1 (2yo) 7f ITV 9 runners 3:15 GOODWOOD Ladbrokes Bet £5 Get £20 Handicap Cl2 (3yo+) 7f ITV 20 runners 3:40 YORK Sky Bet Ebor Handicap (Heritage Handicap) Cl2 (4yo+) 1m6f ITV 20 runners 4:50 YORK Sky Bet Handicap Cl2 (3yo+ 0-105) 1m2½f RUK 19 runners
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 24, 2018 17:53:56 GMT
Goodwood, 24 Aug 18 Fixture Note After Race 4, the going was changed to Good (from Good, Good to Firm) Race 1 - 5:05pm THE LADBROKES BET £5 GET £20 APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Prior to this race, Tony Carroll was asked to explain why he was running ESSAKA (IRE) here at Goodwood on ground described as Good, Good to Firm, having declared the gelding a non-runner at Brighton on 9 August 2018 with the reason given as Going, on ground with the same official description. Carroll explained that in his opinion, the ground at Brighton was firmer than described and had less grass cover than at Goodwood. His explanation was noted.
An enquiry was held as the record of vaccinations in the passport of BROTHER IN ARMS (IRE), trained by Tony Carroll, had been altered. After being interviewed, Carroll was fined £80 and a report was forwarded to the Head Office of the British Horseracing Authority for further consideration.
Permission was given for GREY GALLEON (USA) to go early to post.
Following the race, Toby Eley reported that FRANK COOL, placed fourth, hung left-handed in the final furlong, and Rhiain Ingram reported that DEER SONG, placed seventh, hung right-handed. The Veterinary Officer reported that CENT FLYING, unplaced, was struck into in its right-hind leg causing it to dislodge its right-hind shoe, and was found to be lame post-race.
Race 2 - 5:35pm THE SHAUN EDWARDS FARRIERS SUPPORTING TEAM GODOLPHIN EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (PLUS 10 RACE) Permission was given for FOX PREMIER (IRE) to go early to post.
Inside the final furlong, KENZOHOPE (FR), unplaced, ducked right-handed before being corrected by the rider, taking ISLE OF WOLVES, unplaced, momentarily off its intended line and causing it to make brief contact with WISE RULER, unplaced. After viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that AUSSIE NUGGET (IRE), placed third, was struck into on its left-fore leg.
Race 3 - 6:05pm THE CHICHESTER OBSERVER NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Following the race, Rossa Ryan reported that EMBRACE THE MOMENT (IRE), placed sixth, was never travelling.
Race 4 - 6:35pm THE CHELSEA BARRACKS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Permission was given for VIBRANT CHORDS to wear a hood in the Parade Ring and for SNAZZY JAZZY (IRE) to be mounted in the chute.
Inside the final furlong, GEORGE OF HEARTS (FR), unplaced, ducked quickly left-handed way from the whip making contact with VIBRANT CHORDS, unplaced, causing the rider to have to take a check. After viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved. View Stewards report Newmarket, 24 Aug 18 Race 1 - 2:05pm THE TRM EXCELLENCE IN EQUINE NUTRITION EBF FILLIES' NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (PLUS 10 RACE) The Starter reported that FLIGHTY ALMIGHTY refused to enter the stalls and was withdrawn at 2:16pm. Tom Dascombe was informed that the filly could not run until the day after passing a stalls test.
The Starter reported that LIGHT OF INDIA refused to enter the stalls and was withdrawn at 2:16pm. Ed Dunlop was informed that the filly could not run until the day after passing a stalls test.
Race 2 - 2:40pm THE TRM 'KURASYN 360X' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Permission was given for BHODI (IRE) to wear a hood in the Parade Ring only and for ALGAM (IRE) to go early to post.
Race 3 - 3:15pm THE 'IRONXCELL' EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (PLUS 10 RACE) Jane Chapple-Hyam was fined £140 as the record of vaccinations in the passport of SLOWPOKE RODRIGUEZ (IRE) did not comply with the Rules of Racing.
Following the race, William Cox reported that JOHN CLARE (IRE), unplaced, was slowly away.
Race 4 - 3:45pm THE TRM SUPPORTING GLOBAL CHAMPIONS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Permission was given for BLACK LOTUS to wear a hood in the Parade Ring only.
Just inside 2 furlongs out, PROTECTED GUEST, placed fourth, hung quickly right, carrying AUTUMN LEAVES, placed fifth, slightly off its intended line, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Race 5 - 4:20pm THE TBA ~thisfillycan FILLIES' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Following the race, William Cox reported that ST MARY’S, placed fifth, ran flat.
Race 7 - 5:25pm THE INVEST IN CALPHORMIN HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Permission was given for CHOOSEY (IRE) to wear a hood in the Parade Ring only and for SEEN THE LYTE (IRE) to be mounted on the track. View Stewards report Salisbury, 24 Aug 18 Race 1 - 5:15pm THE SHIPSEYS MARQUEES AMATEUR RIDERS' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Following the race, Mr Charlie Todd reported that GALA CELEBRATION (IRE), placed second, ran too free.
Race 2 - 5:50pm THE JOHNSON VALVES BRITISH EBF NOVICE AUCTION STAKES (CLASS 4) (PLUS 10 RACE) Permission was given for COOL KITTY to wear a hood in the Parade Ring.
Following the race, Renato Souza reported that RUSPER DREAMS (IRE), unplaced, was slowly away.
Race 3 - 6:25pm THE JOIN THE RICHARD HUGHES RACING CLUB TODAY NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Following the race, Tom Marquand reported that JAAYIZ (IRE), placed third, ran too keen and Georgia Cox reported that FIRST THOUGHT, placed fourth, lugged left-handed under pressure. View Stewards report York, 24 Aug 18 Fixture Note An enquiry was held into the non-arrival of Jamie Spencer, the declared rider of EMARAATY ANA and COMMANDER HAN (FR). The Clerk of the Scales and the rider’s Valet were interviewed. Having heard their evidence, the Stewards noted their evidence and forwarded the matter to the Head Office of the British Horseracing Authority. Race 1 - 1:55pm THE SKY BET HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Permission was given for MAORI BOB (IRE) to wear a hood in the parade ring which was removed before going to the start.
Inside the final furlong, KELLY’S DINO (FR), placed third, hung left intimidating and moving PACIFY, placed fourth, slightly off its intended line, which caused ATKINSON GRIMSHAW, unplaced, to be briefly checked. However, after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that it did not involve a riding offence and that it had not improved the placing of KELLY’S DINO (FR).
Following the race, William Buick reported that FIRST NATION, unplaced, reared as the gates opened and was then never travelling. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination during routine testing found the gelding to have sore withers.
Race 2 - 2:25pm THE WEATHERBYS HAMILTON LONSDALE CUP STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 2) (British Champions Series) Permission was given for COUNT OCTAVE to wear a hood in the parade ring, which was removed before going to the start.
Race 3 - 3:00pm THE AL BASTI EQUIWORLD GIMCRACK STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 2) Following the race, Daniel Tudhope reported that SPACE TRAVELLER, unplaced, was never travelling. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the colt during routine testing failed to reveal any abnormalities. Callum Shepherd reported that CHUCK WILLIS (IRE), unplaced, stopped quickly. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the colt failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 4 - 3:35pm THE COOLMORE NUNTHORPE STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 1) (British Champions Series) Permission was given for TAKE COVER and JUDICIAL (IRE) to be led to post early, and for BLUE POINT (IRE) to wear a hood in the parade ring which was removed before going to the start.
The Veterinary Officer reported that in the Parade Ring, HAVANA GREY, was seen to have a small cut on its right hind leg. Having been examined by the Veterinary Officer at the start, the colt was deemed fit to race.
Tom Eaves, the rider of MABS CROSS, placed second, was suspended for 4 days for using his whip above the permitted level and without time to respond inside the final furlong.
Following the race, David Allan reported that TAKE COVER, placed sixth, hung right.
Race 5 - 4:15pm THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF CONVIVIAL MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 2) (PLUS 10 RACE) Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that SEVENHILLSOFROME (FR), unplaced, finished lame left fore. William Buick reported that SKY DEFENDER, unplaced, was never travelling. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the colt during routine tested failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 6 - 4:50pm THE NATIONWIDE ACCIDENT REPAIR SERVICES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) It was noted that NICKLAUS wore earplugs.
Approximately 2 furlongs out, MYSTIC FLIGHT (IRE), placed third, edged slightly right moving ULSHAW BRIDGE (IRE), unplaced, slightly off its intended line onto AQUARIUM, unplaced, which in turn caused NICKLAUS, unplaced, to be checked. However, after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that it did not involve a riding offence was involved and that it had not improved the placing of MYSTIC FLIGHT (IRE).
Following the race, William Buick reported that NICKLAUS, unplaced, hung right. View Stewards report Ffos Las, 24 Aug 18 Race 1 - 1:45pm THE CP HIRE NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Following the race Silvestre De Sousa reported that RIVERWING, placed sixth, hung right-handed and Ben Robinson reported that BISCUIT QUEEN, unplaced, ran flat.
Race 3 - 2:50pm THE FERNOX HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Approaching the final furlong HARRY BEAU, placed fifth, ducked quickly left-handed taking UPSTAGING, unplaced, off its intended line, which in turn took the winner, BERNARDO O’REILLY off its intended line, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved and that it had not improved the placing of HARRY BEAU.
Following the race Kieran Schofield reported that EASTERN RACER (IRE), unplaced, hung badly right-handed.
Race 4 - 3:25pm THE HONEYWELL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Following the race Faye McManoman reported that ISABELLA RUBY, placed fifth, hung right-handed.
Race 5 - 4:00pm THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF FILLIES' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Permission was given for WINGINGIT (IRE) to wear a hood in the parade ring only.
The Stewards wished to hold an enquiry into Shane Kelly’s use of the whip but were unable to do so as Kelly had left the course. They adjourned their enquiry.
Following the race Silvestre De Sousa reported that FALCON CLIFFS (IRE) was never travelling and moved poorly from three furlongs out. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the filly failed to reveal any abnormalities. Tony Carroll's representative reported that FALCON CLIFFS (IRE) was unsuited by the good to soft ground and would prefer a faster surface. The Veterinary Officer reported that TWENTY TIMES (IRE), placed fourth, lost its right fore shoe.
Race 6 - 4:30pm THE VIESSMANN NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) The Starter reported that GLORIOUS WINGER refused to enter stalls. Charles Hills was informed that the gelding could not run until the day after passing a stalls test.
Following the race Dougie Costello reported that GATES PASS, placed third, hung right-handed in the home straight.
Race 7 - 5:00pm THE PLUMBASE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) An enquiry was held to consider why Dominic Ffrench Davis was running COSMOGYRAL (IRE) here at Ffos Las on going described as good to soft, having declared the filly a non-runner at Ffos Las on 14 August 2018 on ground with the same official description. The trainer’s representative stated that the trainer felt the ground was on the softer side at Ffos Las on the previous occasion.
Following the race Trevor Whelan reported that RAHMAH (IRE), unplaced, stopped quickly. David Menuisier reported that PLACE DES VOSGES (IRE), unplaced, was unsuited by the good to soft ground and would prefer a faster surface and Finley Marsh reported that IVANHOE, unplaced, hung left-handed under pressure.
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 24, 2018 17:54:57 GMT
55 Salisbury Arctic Sound
Mark Johnston has won the lasted two renewals of the Stonehenge Stakes and he looks to have another live chance this evening in Arctic Sound.
The son of Poet's Voice has been progressing with each start and holds the reopposing Fox Tal on their Sandown run in July. He steps up to a mile for the first time tonight which looks sure to suit based on the way he has been finishing out his races.
After putting up his best performance yet when running out a ready winner of a Beverley novice by seven lengths, he could prove tough to catch with the excellent Franny Norton doing the steering in a race the Middleham team clearly like to target.
3/1 Arctic Sound 6:55 Salisbury 8.00 Killarney Messie
Stephen Ryan's gelding returns to the scene of his second to the well-handicapped Pass The Ball with good claims. Pass The Ball was able to supplement that victory by winning in fine style off a 9lb higher mark on his next start and Messie could still be well handicapped off just 3lb higer.
With the majority of the field badly out of form, this handicap hurdle should not take too much winning and a mark of 93 should be within the eight-year-old's compass.
Still lightly raced for his age, Messie encounters similar conditions to those in which he faced Pass The Ball last month at Killarney, and it would be disappointing if he didn't go close tonight.
7/2 Messie 8:00 Killarney
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Post by dennisg on Aug 25, 2018 6:22:18 GMT
in today's sporting life................ 1350 Sky Bet Symphony Group Strensall Stakes David O'Meara - Lord Glitters: "He's in good form. We're stepping him up beyond a mile for the first time. We think he'll be fine and we're happy with him," said the Upper Helmsley handler. Angus Gold, racing manager to owner Sheikh Hamdan Al Maktoum - Mustashry: "He's back well again now, he's just had a few little issues this season. He won nicely at Sandown first time out and then had a little hold up again. I've been informed that he's fighting fit again, he's happy in his work and hopefully he can win this again. He was always viewed as an immature horse who would improve with age, and he has been." William Jarvis Chief Ironside - William Jarvis: "He ran a really good race at Goodwood, I was very pleased with him, I think this looks tougher, though. This looks a stronger race in depth, so he'll need to improve again. It was nice to see the fourth from Goodwood, Glorious Journey, come out and win a Group race in France earlier this week, so the form is in the book. That was a career-best by some way, but he'll need another here, I think." Andrew Balding - Morando: "Things haven't gone his way this season but he needs rain. It doesn't look like they will get much there so I think he is unlikely to run." 2 3 Lord Glitters24 59-5OR: 116 7/4 T: D O'MearaJ: D Tudhope Form: 12-2223Last Run Live betting powered by The consistency of LORD GLITTERS at the very top level augurs well for his chance here as he drops back to Group 3 company. His performances in the Queen Anne Stakes at Royal Ascot and the Sussex Stakes at Goodwood do set the standard and he may well provide a Yorkshire winner in the opener. Mustashry has been campaigned with typically patient brilliance by Sir Michael Stoute and has to be of interest stepping back into Group company, whilst Seniority has proved himself well worth a shot at this grade after impressing in landing the Golden Mile handicap at Goodwood. Threading has been found wanting the last twice but if she could recapture her best she'd be of interest in receipt of both the age and fillies allowance. Zaaki and Morando are not discounted either. Ebor Festival Final Day Preview 1500 Sky Bet City Of York Stakes Teddy Grimthorpe, racing manager to owner Khalid Abdullah - Expert Eye: "There was an uncertain forecast at Goodwood, they weren't sure how much rain they were going to get, so we felt he was more sure of better ground at York. He must have fast ground, we think, so he runs here instead. He ran very well at Goodwood, I thought. A faster pace would have suited him there, but he stayed on and proved that he's on his way back.I think he's probably as effective over a mile as seven furlongs and we'll be looking at race like the Prix du Moulin and the Prix de la Foret if all goes well." David O'Meara - Suedois and So Beloved, who were both in action at Glorious Goodwood: "Suedois ran well at Goodwood. He got beat by Sir Dancealot, who's gone on to win the Newbury race (Hungerford Stakes) with a penalty. Expert Eye obviously could be hard to beat, but he's in good form. So Beloved is very consistent. He's always there or thereabouts in these races and I'm sure he will be again." Angus Gold, racing manager to owner Sheikh Hamdan Al Maktoum - Tabarrak: "Poor old Tabarrak, we'd missed a few engagements to wait for this and then he comes up against a horse like Expert Eye. That caught us out a bit, but somebody has to take him on. You won't catch us saying we think we will beat him, though. He's fantastically tough and brave, but he faces a tough task." David Barron - Above The Rest: "He owes us absolutely nothing and has been brilliant this season. It will be very tough indeed with a penalty, but we had nowhere else to take him, really. It's good prize-money and hopefully he can pick some of it up." Andrew Balding - Donjuan Triumphant: "His Lennox run was a smashing run. He is a better horse with cut in the ground. He has got bits of form on quicker ground, but any rain would help him. Trip-wise he is effective over both six and seven furlongs." 7 2 Expert Eye24 39-1OR: 119D 11/10 T: Sir Michael StouteJ: L Dettori Form: 19-2012Last Run Live betting powered by The whole field has won over this trip but a number have been earning place money this term without reaching the winner's circle. Most are exposed whereas EXPERT EYE continues to give the impression he's more to offer having been brought back to form by the patient skills of Sir Michael Stoute. An excellent second in the Sussex Stakes confirmed his ability at the highest level and this drop back to 7f should prove ideal as it was over this trip that he routed rivals in the Jersey Stakes at Royal Ascot. He holds Arbalet on that running but the latter is still expected to go well whilst members of the established older brigade likely to be in the mix are the O'Meara pair of Suedois and So Beloved, preferred in that order, the consistent Tabarrak and Tom Hogan's wonderful servant Gordon Lord Byron. Above The Rest must concede weight all round but is on the improve despite his age. 1540 Sky Bet Ebor Handicap Patrick Mullins - Stratum and Whiskey Sour: "We're very pleased, firstly that he [Stratum] got into the race. It's obviously been the aim since Newbury and he's been in great form since then. He gets in at the bottom of the weights and he has a nice draw (four). He seems to tick a lot of the boxes. He looks to have a fantastic chance. You have to have luck in running, but we're more than happy with him and we're really looking forward to the race. I think Whiskey Sour is still open to improvement. He had two good victories in Galway last year. He ran very well in Ascot with a lot of weight. This time instead of having top-weight, he gets in at the bottom and he's not a big horse so I think that will help him. I wouldn't be at all surprised if he is better than his mark." Iain Jardine - Nakeeta: "He had a break when he came back [from Australia] as he'd had a long season and then started training him at the end of January. He probably needed the run at Chester and things didn't work out in the Northumberland Plate, but the Newbury race was good, he showed signs that he was bouncing back and I feel he's better for this weekend as well." Marco Botti - Dylan Mouth and Crowned Eagle: "Dylan Mouth is in good form. He won at York and definitely likes the track. He's drawn in the middle. That's fine. The other horse is a bit wider in 19, which is probably not great, but at the same time I'm hoping it's not a big disadvantage. Crowned Eagle has some good form. He steps up an extra two furlongs, which I don't think is an issue, but you never know. Both horses have been in good form and the ground won't hopefully change much. Both need good ground. I couldn't split the two, I'm really looking forward to it." Jarlath Fahey - Sea The Lion: "Everything's going grand. He's in good form so we're hoping for a big run. It's been on the cards since he won at the Curragh. He was high enough for it so we thought we'd have a go. I'm hoping the step up in trip will be no problem." 19 4 Stratumh35 59-2OR: 102 10/3 T: W P MullinsJ: R Winston Form: 3122/31Last Run Live betting powered by Only 10lb separates the whole field but STRATUM is taken to land what has been a major gamble for owner, Tony Bloom. The fancy prices have gone about the Mullins gelding but he was mightily impressive when landing a classy 2m handicap at Newbury last time and an 8lb rise seems within his compass. Weekender is a classy sort who should deliver a sound account despite topweight, whilst the form achieved by Teodoro this season makes him of real interest. However, he's never gone further than 1m4f which makes him hard to assess accurately. Suffice to say he should be in the firing line if his stamina holds out. Last year's winner Nakeeta is running nicely into form and is nominated as the main threat to the selection off just a 4lb higher mark than when victorious in this last year. Blakeney Point is also worthy of shortlist inclusion for Roger Charlton who's already proved his ability to prepare one for high-class staying handicaps with Withhold, whilst Saunter and Whiskey Sour are also respected. 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Post by dennisg on Aug 25, 2018 6:24:23 GMT
Racing commentator Simon Holt hit the crossbar with a big-priced selection on Friday and bids to go one better with two against the field in the Sky Bet Ebor. Recommended bets: For details of advised bookmakers and each-way terms, visit our transparent tipping record NAKEETA, the game winner of last year’s Sky Bet Ebor Handicap under claiming rider Callum Rodriguez, is fancied to become only the second dual winner in the history of York’s signature race in Saturday’s renewal. Iain Jardine’s gelding followed up victory on the Knavesmire with a hugely creditable fifth in the Melbourne Cup and, lightly raced so far this term, could be about to strike winning form at the right time. Unplaced in the Chester Cup and Northumberland Plate on his first two starts, Nakeeta ran much better when taking fifth again behind Ebor favourite Stratum at Newbury last month and now gets a 4lb pull at the weights for just over a three-length beating. That might not be enough, and Stratum (now up 8lb) is hugely respected for shrewd connections, but Nakeeta’s record at York and the likelihood of further improvement from Newbury sways me in his favour up just 3lb from last year. From four starts on the Ebor course, the seven-year-old has won, finished second twice (including at this meeting in 2016) and fourth. So another bold show is surely on the cards and he's a better bet than the favourite at the prices. Apart from Stratum, trainer Willie Mullins also runs the useful dual purpose performer Whisky Sour, whose chance may be improved by rain though he ran well enough on a fast surface when fifth behind another stablemate Lagostovegas in the Ascot Stakes in June when Stratum was about a length ahead of him in third. Of the others, recent Group Three winner Teodoro is very well handicapped under a 4lb penalty compared to his new rating (set to go up another 9lb) but is not certain to stay on pedigree while Saunter is the other penalised runner in this early closing race after beating just five others at Newmarket. Winner of last year’s November Handicap, the Ian Williams-trained gelding won over this distance in France earlier in the season and could still be progressive. Amongst many others with chances, Crowned Eagle and Mountain Bell could also feature prominently. The former comes from a fine family of high class middle distance runners, including Sariska and Wings Of Desire who won big races at York, while his dam Gull Wing stayed a mile and three-quarters. An improved front-runner this season, Crowned Eagle has been absent since finishing second in a hot handicap at Haydock in early July (Teodoro fourth, Blakeney Point fifth) and could be a big player albeit likely to face competition for the lead, drawn very wide and unproven at the trip. In contrast, Mountain Bell is a sure stayer and could run well at a big price under 5lb claimer Andrew Breslin. Ralph Beckett’s mare won at Listed level two seasons ago and has since run well in a couple of Group races. Off the track for a couple of months but best when fresh, none of her races have been run to suit so far this season whereas the likely strong gallop here could see her making strong late gains over what could prove her ideal trip.
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Post by dennisg on Aug 25, 2018 6:26:17 GMT
Ben Linfoot struck with the Gimcrack winner at an advised 12/1 on day three - don't miss his day four selections on the Saturday of the Ebor Festival at York. Recommended Bets: Value Bet, Ebor Festival, Day Four For details of advised bookmakers and each-way terms, visit our transparent tipping record It’s 95 years since Flint Jack won back-to-back renewals of the Sky Bet Ebor Handicap and no horse has repeated that feat since as we head into the final day of the Welcome To Yorkshire Ebor Festival. The race has evolved over the years and has been the richest handicap in Europe for some time now, something that has been cemented by the surge in prizemoney to £500,000 this year and a whopping £1,000,000 in 12 months’ time. It’s a different beast these days and though 11 three-year-olds won it between 1981 and 2001 they aren’t even eligible to race in it now after a decade and more of struggling to even get into the contest. That makes it hard for an unexposed and improving stayer to sneak in towards the bottom of the weights, but we’ve got one this year in the shape of long-time ante-post favourite Stratum who hosed up for Willie Mullins at Newbury last time out. The 8lb rise for that win was fully deserved and you also can’t quibble with his position in the market, but at 7/2 he’s just short enough considering he’s a thorough stayer that has to prove he has the speed for this test dropping back to 1m6f off his new mark. Teodoro is 9lb well-in and is a huge player if he stays, but the one I keep coming back to towards the top of the betting is last year’s winner NAKEETA and at 12/1 (Ladbrokes) he’s worth backing to do a Flint Jack for trainer Iain Jardine. Watching last year’s race back it’s noticeable just how cosily he won after travelling supremely well before weaving his way through under Callum Rodriguez. After travelling to Australia and running a fine fifth in the Melbourne Cup he started his season a bit later than usual at the Chester Cup in May and he was drawn out of contention in stall 13 there. He didn’t fire on the Newcastle Tapeta in the Northumberland Plate, either, and not for the first time, but the spark returned last time at Newbury where he ran a fine fifth behind Stratum, shaping like he was returning to peak form. 7 15 Nakeetah,t35 79-7OR: 107CD 11/1 T: I JardineJ: Callum Rodriguez (3) Form: 415-005Last Run Live betting powered by A 7lb pull at the weights with the Ebor favourite for less than a four-length beating could be crucial now they line up back on the Knavesmire and we know how much Nakeeta loves it at York. Just 4lb higher than last year, odds of 12/1 are perfectly fair on him notching a repeat win under Callum Rodriguez who is inching towards losing his 3lb claim (needs just seven more winners now). Sea The Lion and Mountain Bell were on the shortlist as well but at 33/1 (Ladbrokes, Coral) I thought Amanda Perrett’s PLATITUDE was a touch underestimated and he’s worth siding with too. Perrett won the Ebor back in 2000 with Give The Slip and her father Guy Harwood won it a couple of times, as well, with Crazy and Primary in the 1980s. Big-race successes have eluded the yard in recent years but Platitude is the sort of horse that could win a big pot and he’s won over the Ebor distance of 1m6f a couple of times at Goodwood. One of those successes was his stable debut in May after a wind operation where he won very nicely from Top Tug off a mark of 102, just 2lb lower than the mark he runs off on Saturday. 15 1 Platitude21 59-4OR: 104D 25/1 T: Mrs A J PerrettJ: D Tudhope Form: 655-128Last Run Live betting powered by After that he went to Sandown and ran a cracker behind Nearly Caught in the Coral Marathon, before he went back to Goodwood for the handicap won by Sir Chauvelin last time. Anchored in last rounding the turn for home, Adam Kirby made a drastic move from the back of the field to just about lead at which point he traded at just over 2/1 on Betfair as he looked likely to kick on and take over. However, the petrol quickly ran out and he weakened into eighth, but the way he moved through the field suggested he’s a horse that remains in good form. He can be forgiven that finishing effort and, with good handicap form over two miles in the bag at this meeting last year, at a big price he’s worth taking a chance on. Finally, I’ll also take two against the field in the Sky Bet Melrose Handicap starting with Andrew Balding’s BERKSHIRE BLUE at 12/1 (Betfair Sportsbook, Paddy Power). Balding’s yard are in good form and he’s gone close to winning the Melrose on a few occasions, but this horse looks primed for a really bold bid following his win at the Shergar Cup. That race, the Classic, has produced two winners of the Melrose in the last seven years including Parlour Games who won both races in 2011. Berkshire Blue could well follow in his hoofprints as he ran about a bit when he hit the front at Ascot and there’s plenty of room for improvement with him. 4 12 Berkshire Blue14 39-2OR: 95 8/1 T: A M BaldingJ: Jason Watson (3) Form: 4171Last Run Live betting powered by A 5lb hike seems fair enough and his sire, Champs Elysees, is a strong stamina influence as we’ve seen with plenty of his progeny including the likes of Trip To Paris and Withhold. The excellent Jason Watson takes another 3lb off and a bold bid is expected. Not all of these are certain to stay by any means which makes the 33/1 (Coral, Ladbrokes) on offer about John Ryan’s MIDNIGHT WILDE a big price as his stamina looks assured. His dam won over 1m6f and she’s related to stayers as well, while Midnight Wilde proved he had inherited that staying power at Chester last time when reeling in King Lud cosily in the style of a really strong stayer. Highly tried as a juvenile, including in Roaring Lion’s Royal Lodge, Midnight Wilde has unsurprisingly begun to improve now handicapping over a trip and he did well to only go up 2lb for that Chester success. 14 6 Midnight Wilde42 38-3OR: 82D 25/1 T: J RyanJ: K T O'Neill Form: 25-2731Last Run Live betting powered by Last season he ran really well at York on his only previous visit to the track in a good novice race (Encrypted and Sands Of Mali behind) and the galloping nature of the course looks sure to suit. This is a competitive race as always which helps explain his big price, but he looks underestimated partially because he’s from a smaller yard and his proven stamina and good recent form makes him a good bet at his Friday night odds. 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: +345.18pts to advised stakes/prices (from inception of Value Bet column in January 2010 to current).
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Post by dennisg on Aug 25, 2018 6:28:26 GMT
Corgi is among the better fancied runners on a busy weekend and out Catching Pigeons insider has all the latest from the major training centres. Catching Pigeons: Best bets 2.25 York - Sky Bet Melrose Handicap 3 14 Corgi24 39-3OR: 96BF 7/1 T: H MorrisonJ: Jim Crowley Form: 2-23122Last Run Live betting powered by 3.15 Goodwood - Ladbrokes Bet 5 Get 20 Handicap 7 1 Chessmanp,t28 49-5OR: 99D 11/2 T: Archie WatsonJ: Tom Marquand Form: 7-35535Last Run Live betting powered by 2.50 Newmarket - Price Bailey Action Medical Research Handicap 2 5 Bullingdon13 39-7OR: 89BFD 7/2 T: R HannonJ: James Doyle Form: 31-2135Last Run Live betting powered by Corgi can land a deserved high profile win in the Sky Bet Melrose Handicap at York on Saturday. Hughie Morrison knows what is required to win this competitive mile and six warm up for the Ebor and also has fancied outsider Candidate going to post. However, Corgi looks the number one after a very good summer performing in top handicaps over middle distances. He has only just come up short on his last two outings over a mile and a half at Royal Ascot and Glorious Goodwood, and connections are now hoping the step up in trip can help offset the lack of a sufficient finishing kick, which appeared to cost him his chance of bagging one of those lucrative prizes. Our columnist Fran Berry also has a good word for Corgi... Fran Berry - Sky Bet Ebor preview Muntahaa should go well at a big price in the Sky Bet Ebor. John Gosden holds a useful hand in this ultra-valuable handicap with top-weight Weekender accompanying the selection to post, and both have earned their place towards the top of the handicap. In truth, Muntahaa has not shown his very best form for a while, but he has been given a chance here by the assessor, and should be up to running a big race on his first appearance at this level. He has run well in pattern company this term, including a very good third to stablemate Monarchs Glen in the Wolferton Stakes at Royal Ascot, and the way he finished the race suggests he will appreciate the return to a mile and six furlongs. Posted can make it third time lucky on her pattern race debut in the Group Three Ladbrokes Prestige Stakes at Goodwood. Richard Hannon has set two stiff examinations in novice events for the daughter of Kingman, and she has had the misfortune to meet two highly-rated juveniles on each occasion. She performed with great promise in finishing second in both races, and had the third horse eight lengths adrift on her latest start at Newmarket. The experience should stand her in good stead for another tough test, and another step up in performance is anticipated here. Chessman is just preferred to local rival Whitefountainfairy in the Ladbroke Bettors Of Britain Handicap. Archie Watson has enjoyed a great season with his two-year-olds primarily, but looks to have a fine chance of landing this valuable heritage handicap with this one time inmate of the Gosden emporium. His latest effort for his new handler and his second fitted with cheekpieces, came in a similar event to this at Ascot last month and was a real eye-catcher. Although he never really threatened the principals, he finished to great effect, and would have been much closer than fifth, had he not found trouble in running. The handicapper saw fit to raise him 4lb for that effort, but he remains a very interesting prospect and looks capable of further improvement, especially if he can be ridden a little closer to the pace. Riviera Nights, a stablemate of Posted, can see off some well regarded newcomers in the Price Bailey Novice Stakes at Newmarket. There was plenty to like about the Richard Hannon-trained colt's debut effort behind at Leicester last month, and he will be a lot more effective with the performance behind him. The fact James Doyle takes the ride is another plus. Doyle teams up with the Hannon team again to do the steering aboard Bullingdon in the Price Bailey Action Medical Research Handicap. He ran a bit below par in a handicap at Newbury 13 days ago, but he did meet with a little interference, and gave the impression this step back to seven furlongs would suit. Henry Candy can continue his late summer revival with Skill Set in the Bet toteswinger At totesport.com Fillies Novice Stakes at Chelmsford. It is always encouraging to see a debutante run well when a stable is out of nick and this daughter of Mastercraftsman all but delivered a first time out win when beaten a short head at Newbury last month. The form of that race looks very solid, and Skill Set has pleased at home since. Gold Bere can give George Baker another memorable juvenile win in the Ladbrokes Maiden Auction Stakes at Goodwood on Sunday. The much-travelled trainer saddled a quietly fancied 125/1 shot to prevail at the big meeting here at the start of the month, and there were more smiling faces after this son of Hurricane Rock finished fourth in what looked a decent maiden on the final day of the meeting. Very green that day, he will come on a lot, and there seem every reason to think he will handle the anticipated change in the ground should the forecast rain materialise. Canal Rocks, a stablemate of Skill Set, can leave his mid-summer flop behind in the Dorothy Mort Memorial Novice Stakes at Chepstow on Monday. He stopped like he was shot he the closing stages of a good class heat at Sandown early last month, but had previously finished a very good third on his debut at the Esher course. He is better judged on that performance and looks worth another chance. 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Post by Kimmy on Aug 25, 2018 9:39:28 GMT
Saturday: going, weather & non-runners Cartmel GOING: GOOD TO SOFT (Soft in places) (GoingStick 6.3) WEATHER: Mostly sunny NON RUNNERS: 3:20 Applesandpierres (2) 5:05 Tamarillo Grove (8) Chelmsford (AW) GOING: POLYTRACK: STANDARD WEATHER: Partly cloudy STALLS: 6f - Centre; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 1:55 Flash Sentry (7) 3:05 Reshoun (2) 4:40 Needs To Be Seen (5) Curragh GOING: GOOD (Good to yielding in places on Straight course) WEATHER: Partly cloudy STALLS: 5f & 6f - Centre Goodwood GOING: GOOD (GoingStick: 7.1) WEATHER: Mostly sunny STALLS: Straight course - Stands' side; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 1:30 More Than Likely (1) 2:40 Miss Celestial (8) 3:15 Aljady (18)Mankib (3)Hajjam (16) 4:25 Another Eclipse (2)Monaadhil (5) Killarney GOING: GOOD (Watering to maintain) WEATHER: Mostly sunny Newmarket (July) GOING: GOOD TO FIRM (Good in places; GoingStick 7.4) (Rail movements: Race 4 +21yds) WEATHER: Partly cloudy STALLS: (Far side course) 1m6f - Centre; Remainder - Stands' side NON RUNNERS: 1:40 Broughtons Flare (3) 4:05 Lancelot Du Lac (3) 4:35 Lady Dancealot (5) 5:10 Majestic Hero (9) Redcar GOING: GOOD (Good to firm in places; GoingStick 8.8) (Watered) WEATHER: Mostly sunny STALLS: Straight course - Centre; Round course - Inside NON RUNNERS: 4:55 Gworn (3) 7:30 Shouranour (7) 8:00 Charava (14)Nifty Niece (10) Windsor GOING: GOOD (GoingStick 7.5) (Watered) (Rail movements: R1, 3, 4, 6 & 7 +19y) WEATHER: Mostly sunny STALLS: 1m2f & 1m3f - Centre; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 5:45 Cribbs Causeway (6) 6:45 Green Fortune (3) York GOING: GOOD TO FIRM (GoingStick 7.4, Home straight - Stands' side 7.2, Centre 7.4 & Far side 7.3) WEATHER: Mostly sunny STALLS: 5f (2yo) - Stands' side; 5f (3yo) - Centre; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 4:50 Dolphin Vista (1)Awake My Soul (16)Global Giant (12)Mistiroc (4) 5:20 Bengali Boys (4)
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 25, 2018 9:39:59 GMT
BANKER
Stratum (3.40 York)
My banker of the Ebor meeting, Willie Mullins's Stratum just sneaks into the 20-runner field for the Ebor Handicap and looks a good thing on the back of his impressive JLT Cup victory at Newbury. He travelled extremely strongly that day in a first-time hood, which is retained, and this has been the target ever since. He's just 8lb higher for that effort and the fact that he possesses such a nice turn of foot as well as an abundance of stamina makes him stand out.
7/2 Stratum 3:40 York EYECATCHER
Magnetic Charm (2.40 Goodwood)
Although Antonia De Vega, who I think could be an outstanding filly, is in opposition, I'm happy to take her on in this Group 3 contest with William Haggas's Magnetic Charm. The daughter of Exceed And Excel showed real improvement from her first to second starts and the way she went about her demolition job of a Newbury novice event last time suggested she's a Group horse in the making. The second, Winter Light, has boosted the form since when scoring at Brighton, and Magnetic Charm could be the next big prospect to run in the Queen's silks.
3/1 Magnetic Charm 2:40 Goodwood GOOD THING
Game Starter (5.45 Windsor)
He could just be a class above. Saeed Bin Suroor's big, scopey four-year-old Game Starter makes his first start for 343 days and looks a horse to follow into the autumn. Hopefully he will be ready to roll first time up as he entered many people's horses-to-follow list last season when making all in handicaps at Newmarket and Doncaster, beating subsequent Group-race horses in the process. He'll probably need further in time, but this could be a stepping stone to bigger things.
15/8 Game Starter 5:45 Windsor
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 25, 2018 9:40:28 GMT
Josephine Gordon has a number of decent rides at Newmarket, but she goes to Chelmsford before those to ride Arctic Spirit in the 1.20. Ed Dunlop’s filly was unlucky over course and distance last time.
Ian Williams has a good record with horses in a first-time hood. Kreb’s Cycle (4.25 Goodwood), who is back on his last winning mark, has been running decent races without winning this summer and can improve for the aid.
Charles Bishop won four in a row on La Fortuna in the spring and gets the leg up again for the first time since in the 6.45 at Windsor. The mare has held her form well and the partnership could keep up their 100 per cent strike-rate.
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 25, 2018 9:41:47 GMT
Newmarket: David Milnes
Royal Marine (1.40 Newmarket, nap)
The son of Raven's Pass has worked consistently well with winning stablemates on the Limekilns of late and is held in some regard by Saeed Bin Suroor.
5/4 Royal Marine 1:40 Newmarket (July) Others to follow York 1.50 Mustashry, 2.25 Coolongolook, 3.00 Expert Eye, 3.40 Weekender, 4.15 Street Parade, 4.50 Alfarris, 5.20 Main Desire. Goodwood 1.30 With Envy, 2.05 Arod, 2.40 Magnetic Charm, 3.15 Mankib, 3.50 Ben Vrackie, 4.25 Stylehunter, 5.00 Oasis Fantasy. Chelmsford 1.20 Arctic Spirit, 2.30 Coverham, 3.05 Ashington, 3.35 Ceramist, 4.10 Magical Dreamer, 4.40 Artarmon. Newmarket 2.15 Burj, 2.50 Highlight Reel, 3.30 Cosmelli, 4.05 Dreamfield, 4.35 Hackney Road, 5.10 Compas Scoobie. Redcar 6.30 Eyecatcher, 8.00 Sandkissed. Windsor 5.15 Alfurat River, 5.45 Barsanti, 6.15 Convey, 6.45 Green Fortune, 7.15 Bedwyyah. North: Colin Russell
The Knot Is Tied (6.30 Redcar, nap)
Progressive three-year-old who has won his last two races including over course and distance last time. Faces a stiffer task at the weights now but he's still improving and is fancied to complete his hat-trick.
5/2 The Knot Is Tied 6:30 Redcar Others to follow Cartmel 2.10 Fort Jefferson, 2.45 River Icon, 3.20 Dear Sire, 3.55 Two Hoots, 4.30 Fiddlers Row, 5.05 Lough Kent, 5.35 Captain Brown. Chelmsford 1.20 Kilbarchan, 1.55 Aisling, 2.30 Cadeau Magnifique, 3.05 Lynwood Gold, 4.10 Queen In Waiting, 4.40 Sugarloaf Mountain. Goodwood 2.05 Nyaleti, 3.15 Vale Of Kent, 4.25 Elusive Heights. Newmarket 2.15 Nayef Road, 2.50 Citron Major, 3.30 Sofia's Rock, 5.10 Patrick. Redcar 4.55 Island Song, 5.25 Liquid Lunch, 6.00 Freed From Desire, 7.00 Kharbetation, 7.30 Totally Magic, 8.00 Cliff. Windsor: 7.45 Kalagia. York 1.50 Lord Glitters, 2.25 Making Miracles, 3.00 Suedois, 3.40 Nakeeta, 4.15 Sabre, 4.50 Nicholas T, 5.20 Lord Riddiford. Lambourn: James Burn
Zonderland (2.05 Goodwood, nap)
This five-year-old failed to fire earlier in the season, but made a step in the right direction at Salisbury recently. Second in the last two runnings of this race, he ought to have claims and Clive Cox's string are hitting form again.
6/1 Zonderland 2:05 Goodwood Others to follow Chelmsford 1.20 Nakakande, 1.55 Sophosc, 3.05 Rustang, 3.35 Skill Set, 4.40 Construct. Goodwood 1.30 Emerald Approach, 2.40 Look Around, 3.15 Chessman, 3.50 Maid Up, 5.00 Just In Time. Newmarket 1.40 Jack's Point, 2.15 Glory, 3.30 Machine Learner, 4.05 Limato. Redcar 5.25 Fognini, 6.00 Concello. Windsor 7.15 Choral Music. York 2.25 Corgi, 3.00 Nebo, 3.40 Blakeney Point, 4.15 Glory Fighter. West Country: Andrew King
Dell' Arca (5.00 Goodwood, nap)
In cracking form over jumps and on the Flat. Comes into this race on the back of Newbury success last weekend and is fancied to follow up.
7/2 Dell' Arca 5:00 Goodwood Others to follow Goodwood 3.15 Sir Titan, 4.25 Monaadhil. Cartmel 3.20 Dieg Man. Racing Post Ratings: Simon Turner
Making Miracles (2.25 York)
Progressive form this summer, taking another minor step forward in defeat last time. Step back up in trip will suit as he bids to secure another big pot.
7/1 Making Miracles 2:25 York Topspeed: Dave Edwards
Pivoine (4.50 York)
Endured a troubled passage at Goodwood recently and ran better than his finishing position suggested. Well worth another chance.
4/1 Pivoine 4:50 York Longshot: David Revers
Platitude (3.40 York)
Amanda Perrett's five-year-old benefited from wind surgery by landing a decent contest at Goodwood and finishing second in a Listed race at Sandown, before hitting the front too soon back at the Sussex venue earlier this month. He could have more improvement in him at an each-way price.
25/1 Platitude 3:40 York Ireland: Tony O'Hehir
Yukon Lil (4.55 Killarney)
The daughter of Flemensfirth romped to an 11-length win over this course and distance on her second start in May and, although this is a stronger contest, she gets the vote to follow up for Willie and Patrick Mullins.
2/7 Yukon Lil 4:55 Killarney The Raceform Interactive nugget
Three-year-olds have a record of 6-13 in the last ten runnings of the Group 2 Celebration Mile (2.05) at Goodwood (+£6.30 to £1 level stakes), while older horses are just 4-48 in the same period. Just two three-year-olds line up this term, with preference for Altyn Orda.
4/1 Altyn Orda 2:05 Goodwood
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 25, 2018 9:42:45 GMT
3.40 York.
Blakeney Point just missed the cut for the Ebor last year, but he safely makes it this time and has definitely improved since.
Eyecatching in defeat at Haydock, he ran the perfect trial for York in Group 3 company at Goodwood last time, and seems sure to make the boldest of bids.
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 25, 2018 9:43:41 GMT
Chelmsford City
Robin Goodfellow
1.20 Kilbarchan
1.55 Sophosc
2.30 Cadeau Magnifique
3.05 Volevo Lui
3.35 Skill Set
4.10 Magical Dreamer
4.40 Artarmon
Gimcrack
1.20 Kilbarchan
1.55 Aisling
2.30 Pendo
3.05 Rustang
3.35 Rare
4.10 Magical Dreamer
4.40 Construct
Redcar
Robin Goodfellow
4.55 Island Song
5.25 Billy No Mates
6.00 Freed From Desire
6.30 The Knot Is Tied
7.00 Kaeso
7.30 Fieldsman
8.00 Cliff
Gimcrack
4.55 Bollin Joan
5.25 Fognini
6.00 Concello
6.30 Bill Cody
7.00 Kaeso
7.30 Totally Magic
8.00 Sandkissed
Windsor
Robin Goodfellow
4.45 Cross My Mind
5.15 Typhoon Ten
5.45 Euginio
6.15 Fabricate
6.45 Englishman
7.15 Junoesque
7.45 Optimum Time
Gimcrack
4.45 Reckless Wave
5.15 Bye Bye Hong Kong
5.45 Prize Money
6.15 Fabricate
6.45 Blazed
7.15 Forward Thinker
7.45 Sir Plato
Cartmel
Robin Goodfellow
2.10 Clemento Cartmel
2.45 Rubenesque
3.20 Dear Sire
3.55 Fit For Fifty
4.30 Smiling Jessica
5.05 Venue
5.35 Xpo Universel
Gimcrack
2.10 Clemento
2.45 River Icon
3.20 Dieg Man
3.55 Two Hoots
4.30 Smiling Jessica
5.05 Wells De Lune
5.35 Wazowski
York
Robin Goodfellow
1.50 Mustashry
2.25 Making Miracles
3.00 Suedois
3.40 Crowned Eagle (nap)
4.15 Sabre
4.50 Pivoine
5.20 Savalas (nb)
Gimcrack
1.50 Lord Glitters
2.25 Heart Of Grace
3.00 Expert Eye
3.40 Blakeney Point (nap)
4.15 Sabre
4.50 Kings Gift
5.20 Bengali Boys
Goodwood
Robin Goodfellow
1.30 Emerald Approach
2.05 Beat The Bank
2.40 Posted
3.15 Vale Of Kent
3.50 Maid Up
4.25 Stylehunter
5.00 Tuff Rock
Gimcrack
1.30 Emerald Approach
2.05 Altyn Orda (nb)
2.40 Look Around
3.15 Vale Of Kent
3.50 Maid Up
4.25 Easy Tiger
5.00 Just In Time
Newmarket
Robin Goodfellow
1.40 Jash
2.15 Nayef Road
2.50 Highlight Reel
3.30 Atty Persse
4.05 Dreamfield
4.35 Curious Fox
5.10 Queen Of Desire
Gimcrack
1.40 Attainment
2.15 Nayef Road
2.50 Bullingdon
3.30 Stars Over The Sea
4.05 Limato
4.35 Gisele's Angel
5.10 Top Boy
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 25, 2018 9:44:06 GMT
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 25, 2018 17:56:19 GMT
Today's LIVE Scoop6 Results Win Fund: No Winner - £172,769 rolled over to next time Place Fund: There were 201 correct selections each winning £94.30
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 25, 2018 17:57:34 GMT
Cartmel, 25 Aug 18 Race 1 - 2:10pm THE JOHN SMITHS EXTRA SMOOTH NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that ICEFALL (IRE), placed third, had lost its left hind shoe.
Race 2 - 2:45pm THE HADWINS MOTOR GROUP TBA MARES' HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Qualifier for The Northern Lights Mares' Hurdle Series Final) Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that CHANTARA ROSE, placed seventh, was lame on its right hind.
Race 4 - 3:55pm THE STATION YARD GARAGE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) On Veterinary advice, FIT FOR FIFTY, placed third, did not enter the Winning Enclosure.
Race 5 - 4:30pm THE RACING UK HD ON SKY 426 HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (For the Cengiz Sadik Memorial Trophy) An enquiry was held to consider the placings in this race after interference on the run to the line when the winner, DOTTIES DILEMA (IRE), ridden by Sean Bowen interfered with SHAIYZAR (IRE), placed second, ridden by Conor O’Farrell. The Stewards considered that the interference had not improved DOTTIES DILEMA (IRE)’s placing as SHAIYZAR, although carried off its intended line had lost no momentum and DOTTIES DILEMA (IRE) always appeared to be holding SHAIYZAR to win by a neck. Bowen was cautioned for careless riding as he was slow to correct his mount from drifting right.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that NORTHANDSOUTH (IRE), which was pulled up, was lame on its right fore.
Race 6 - 5:05pm THE WILLIAM HILL CARTMEL CUP HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Following the race, Miss Becky Smith reported that HERMANUS (IRE), unplaced, made a bad mistake at the fourth last hurdle and was never travelling thereafter.
Race 7 - 5:35pm THE EWGA RACING EXCELLENCE 'HANDS AND HEELS' HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS' AND AMATEUR RIDERS' RACE) (Part of The Racing Excellence Initiative) Following the race, Benjamin Godfrey reported that SLEEP IN FIRST (FR), placed fifth, was never travelling. View Stewards report Goodwood, 25 Aug 18 Fixture Note An enquiry was held, adjourned from Race 5 at Ffos Las on 24 August 2018: Shane Kelly, the rider of TWENTY TIMES (IRE), placed fourth, was suspended for 2 days for using his whip arm above shoulder height inside the final two furlongs. Race 2 - 2:05pm THE LADBROKES CELEBRATION MILE STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 2) Dane O’Neill, the rider of WHISKY BARON (AUS), placed second, used his whip above the permitted level from 2 furlongs out. As the offence warranted a suspension of between 2 and 6 days and taking into account that this was the rider’s fifth such suspension within the previous 6 months O’Neill was referred to the Head Office of the British Horseracing Authority.
Shortly after the start, STORMY ANTARCTIC, placed third, edged right as ZONDERLAND, placed fourth, edged left onto ALTYN ORDA (IRE), unplaced, causing interference to OH THIS IS US (IRE), placed sixth, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Race 3 - 2:40pm THE LADBROKES PRESTIGE STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 3) Permission was given for POSTED to wear a hood in the Parade Ring.
David Egan, the rider of AIM POWER (IRE), placed fourth, was suspended for 2 days for using his whip above the permitted level from inside the final 2 furlongs.
Approximately 1 furlong after the start, interference occurred between LOOK AROUND, unplaced, and POSTED, unplaced, who was running very free and shifted quickly left, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Following the race, the representative of Richard Hannon reported that POSTED, unplaced, ran too free.
Race 4 - 3:15pm THE LADBROKES BET £5 GET £20 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) MR SCARAMANGA kicked DANIELSFLYER (IRE) at the start. Having been examined by the Veterinary Surgeon, the gelding was deemed fit to race.
Following the race, Nicola Currie reported that MR SCARAMANGA, unplaced, was slowly away.
Race 5 - 3:50pm THE LADBROKES MARCH STAKES (CLASS 1) (In Memory Of John Dunlop)(Group 3) Approximately 2 furlongs out, CYPRESS CREEK (IRE), placed third, drifted right-handed onto the rail, resulting in the colt becoming unbalanced, shifting left and causing interference to the winner, MAID UP, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Race 7 - 5:00pm THE LADBROKES HOME OF THE ODDS BOOST HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Following the race, George Downing reported that DARKSIDEOFTARNSIDE (IRE), placed seventh, was never travelling and the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination during routine testing of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities. David Pipe reported that DELL' ARCA (IRE), placed fifth, was unsuited by the track and was outpaced when going downhill. View Stewards report Newmarket, 25 Aug 18 Race 1 - 1:40pm THE PRICE BAILEY 'IT'S ALL ABOUT YOU' EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (PLUS 10 RACE) Following the race Martin Dwyer reported that JACK’S POINT, placed fourth, hung left under pressure.
Race 3 - 2:50pm THE PRICE BAILEY ACTION MEDICAL RESEARCH HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) An enquiry was held to consider interference approaching the final furlong when STARBOY, unplaced, ridden by Gabriele Malune interfered with CITRON MAJOR, unplaced, ridden by Tom Eaves. Malune was cautioned for careless riding as he allowed his mount to drift right without sufficient correction causing CITRON MAJOR to have to be checked.
The winner, RUM RUNNER, appeared to show improved form, compared with its previous run at Goodwood on 4 August 2018 where the colt finished tenth of ten, beaten by 8 ½ lengths. The explanation given by Richard Hannon’s representative that the colt appreciated the drop in grade and being ridden more prominently on this occasion was noted.
The performance of CITRON MAJOR which finished unplaced, was considered. The explanation given by Nigel Tinkler that the colt was unsuited by the slow pace of the race on this occasion was noted. CITRON MAJOR was routine tested.
Race 4 - 3:30pm THE PRICE BAILEY 'RIGHT ADVICE FOR LIFE' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Permission was given for SOFIA’S ROCK to go early to post.
An enquiry was held to consider interference shortly after the start when SOFIA’S ROCK (FR), placed fourth, ridden by John Egan interfered with STARS OVER THE SEA (USA), placed second, ridden by Pat Cosgrave. Egan was cautioned for careless riding as he allowed his mount to drift right towards the rail when insufficiently clear causing STAR OVER THE SEA (USA) to have to be checked around heels.
Following the race the representative of Roger Charlton reported that ATTY PERSSE (IRE), unplaced, had a breathing problem. ATTY PERSSE (IRE) was routine tested.
Race 5 - 4:05pm THE PRICE BAILEY CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS HOPEFUL STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) Permission was given for PROJECTION to go early to post and to be mounted on the course.
The performance of DREAMFIELD which finished unplaced, was considered. James Doyle reported that the colt stopped quickly. The representative of John Gosden could offer no explanation for the colt’s performance.
Race 6 - 4:35pm THE PRICE BAILEY GEORGIA HUTCHINS MEMORIAL FILLIES' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (Jockey Club Grassroots Sprint Series Qualifier) An enquiry was held to consider why Michael Wigham, was running CLEAR WATER (IRE) here at Newmarket on going described as Good to Firm, Good in places, having declared the mare a non-runner at Newmarket on 24 August on ground with the same official description. The trainer stated that in his opinion the going was slower today due to recent rainfall.
Following the race Thore Hammer Hansen reported that DOTTED SWISS (IRE), placed third, hung left. John Egan reported that GISELE’S ANGEL, placed sixth, lost its action.
Race 7 - 5:10pm THE PRICE BAILEY NEWMARKET OFFICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) The Starter reported that QUEEN OF DESIRE (IRE) was unruly in the stalls and withdrawn. Roger Varian was informed that the filly could not run until the day after passing a stalls test.
Having reviewed the start the Stewards were satisfied that KING CRIMSON had refused to race and was deemed to be a runner. View Stewards report Redcar, 25 Aug 18 Race 1 - 4:55pm THE RACING UK'S BIGGEST EVER FLAT SEASON HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (FOR LADY AMATEUR RIDERS ) Tim Easterby had obtained prior permission from the BHA to run BOLLIN JOAN partially shod.
Approximately 1½ furlongs out, VISITANT, placed third, shifted quickly left causing I’M YER MAN, placed fifth, to be slightly 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 VISITANT.
Race 2 - 5:25pm THE GET SO MUCH MORE WITH RACING UK NOVICE AUCTION STAKES (CLASS 5) Following the race, Phillip Makin reported that BILLY NO MATES (IRE), unplaced, was denied a clear run on several occasions inside the final 2 furlongs and Kevin Stott reported that JACKAMUNDO (FR), unplaced, was denied a clear run approximately 1½ furlongs out. Theodore Ladd reported that HAADHIR, placed third, hung left throughout and Andrew Elliot reported that SLIEVE DONARD, unplaced, hung left.
Race 4 - 6:30pm THE MARKET CROSS JEWELLERS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Phillip Makin, the rider of EYECATCHER (IRE), had fallen approximately half a furlong out. After viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that the fall was caused by EYECATCHER (IRE) sustaining an injury. Being satisfied that no other horse or rider was involved, no further action was taken.
Following the race, Hollie Doyle reported that HOT OFF THE PRESS (IRE), placed seventh, stumbled leaving the back straight.
Race 5 - 7:00pm THE RACING UK STRAIGHT MILE SERIES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) (Racing UK Straight Mile Series Qualifier) VON BLUCHER (IRE) wore earplugs. View Stewards report Windsor, 25 Aug 18 Race 1 - 4:45pm THE LIKE SUN RACING ON FACEBOOK HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) The Starter reported that BECKY SHARP broke out of the stalls and was withdrawn. Jim Boyle was informed that the filly could not run until the day after passing a stalls test. The Stewards were satisfied that it was not caused through a faulty action of the starting stalls.
Following the race Joshua Bryan reported that TOBACCO ROAD (IRE), placed sixth, hung left-handed under pressure.
Race 2 - 5:15pm THE GET TOP TIPS AT SUN RACING NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for FINOAH (IRE) to go early to post.
Following the race Charlie Bennett reported that GILT EDGE, unplaced, was slowly away.
Race 3 - 5:45pm THE SRI LANKA AUGUST STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) Following the race David Egan reported that BARSANTI (IRE), placed fourth, was unsuited by the slow early pace. View Stewards report York, 25 Aug 18 Race 1 - 1:50pm THE SKY BET AND SYMPHONY GROUP STRENSALL STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 3) An enquiry was held to consider interference in the final furlong when MUSTASHRY, placed second, ridden by Jim Crowley interfered with THREADING (IRE), placed fifth, ridden by Silvestre De Sousa. The interference was found to be accidental as MUSTASHRY had changed leads when crossing the path, and shifted to its left onto THREADING (IRE), before being quickly corrected.
Following the race, Frankie Dettori reported that ZAAKI, unplaced, missed the break. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination, during routine testing, revealed the colt to be coughing.
Race 2 - 2:25pm THE SKY BET MELROSE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) (Heritage Handicap) Permission was given for SHUHOOD (IRE) to go early to post.
Following the race, David Probert reported that POLISH, unplaced, was never travelling. The Veterinary Officer reported that SUPERNOVA, placed second, had lost its left fore shoe.
Race 3 - 3:00pm THE SKY BET CITY OF YORK STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 3) Permission was given for DONJUAN TRIUMPHANT (IRE) and ARBALLET (IRE) to wear a hood in the parade ring. ARBALLET (IRE) and EXPERT EYE wore earplugs which were removed at the start.
Following the race, Phillip Makin reported that SO BELOVED, unplaced, stumbled leaving the stalls.
Race 4 - 3:40pm THE SKY BET EBOR HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) (Heritage Handicap) Permission was given for MONTALY to wear a hood in the parade ring and for PLATITUDE to wear a hood in the parade ring and go early to post. WHISKEY SOUR (IRE) wore earplugs throughout the race.
Following the race, Callum Rodriguez reported that NAKEETA, unplaced, was short of room approaching the final furlong; Graham Lee reported that LORD YEATS, unplaced, was denied a clear run approaching the final furlong marker; Silvestre De Sousa reported that TIME TO STUDY (FR), unplaced, was never travelling; David Allan reported that MY REWARD, unplaced, was never travelling and Robert Winston reported that STRATUM, unplaced, was denied a clear run approximately 1½ furlongs out.
Race 5 - 4:15pm THE JULIA GRAVES ROSES STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) Following the race, Iain Jardine reported that I BELIEVE IN YOU, unplaced, was unsuited by the Good to Firm going, which in his opinion was too quick for the gelding on this occasion. The Veterinary Officer reported that MOOJIM (IRE), unplaced, had a breathing problem. The Veterinary Officer further reported that DEIA GLORY, placed second, lost its left fore shoe.
Race 6 - 4:50pm THE SKY BET HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Ed Dunlop was fined £650 for doubly declaring GLOBAL GIANT to run in the Sky Bet Handicap (Class 2) at York and the Dom & Geri Personalised Banners Winter Hill Stakes (Group 3) (Class 1) at Windsor, and the colt ran in the latter.
Prior to this race, an enquiry was held with Jason Ward, the trainer of KING’S PAVILION (IRE), into the reasons why he was running the gelding here at York on going officially described as Good to Firm, having been declared a non-runner at Goodwood on 4 August 2018, and Haydock on 11 August 2018 on going also officially described as Good to Firm. The trainer stated that he felt that the going on both previous occasions was quicker than described and with the going at York changing from Good to Firm, Good in Places this morning, he was happy for KING’S PAVILION (IRE) to take its chance today.
The Starter reported COMMUNIQUE (IRE) was the subject of a third criteria failure. Mark Johnston’s representative was informed that the colt could not run until the day after passing a stalls test. As it was the second occasion within the previous 12 months that COMMUNIQUE (IRE) had been reported, a further report within the same period would mean the colt would be prevented from having a stalls test for 6 months.
Following the race, Jamie Spencer reported that SOCIETY RED, unplaced, stopped quickly. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding revealed a slight skin injury to its hocks.
Race 7 - 5:20pm THE SKY BET APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Permission was given for MAIN DESIRE to wear a hood in the parade ring. View Stewards report Chelmsford City, 25 Aug 18 Race 1 - 1:20pm THE BET toteplacepot AT totesport.com FILLIES' NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that FAST ENDEAVOUR, placed sixth, lost its right-hind shoe.
Race 2 - 1:55pm THE BET toteexacta AT totesport.com NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Following the race, Dougie Costello reported that SPRING TO FREEDOM (IRE), placed fourth, was never travelling and Adam McNamara reported that FANNY GRAND (IRE), placed seventh, suffered interference on leaving the stalls.
Race 3 - 2:30pm THE BET totequadpot AT totesport.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Yuga Kawada, the rider of the winner, PICKETT’S CHARGE, was suspended for 4 days for using his whip without time to respond in the run to the line.
Following the race, Megan Nicholls reported that CADEAU MAGNIFIQUE, placed sixth, reared as the stalls opened and was slowly away as a result. The Veterinary Officer reported that PLENTYINTHETANKSIR, placed fifth, was found to be lame on its right-hind post-race.
Race 4 - 3:05pm THE BET totetrifecta AT totesport.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) LYNWOOD GOLD (IRE) and RUSTANG (FR) wore earplugs which were removed at the start.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of VOLEVO LUI, unplaced, found it to be lame in front.
Race 5 - 3:35pm THE BET toteswinger AT totesport.com BRITISH EBF FILLIES' NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) Permission was given for JANABIYA to wear a hood in the Parade Ring.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that CERAMIST, placed fourth, was lame on its right-hind leg.
Race 6 - 4:10pm THE BET totescoop6 AT totesport.com FILLIES' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Permission was given for ROSE BERRY and WIRRAL GIRL (IRE) to go early to post.
Race 7 - 4:40pm THE HACIENDA CLASSICAL 1ST SEPTEMBER HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Following the race, Charles Bishop reported that CONSTRUCT, placed second, ran too free.
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 25, 2018 18:00:31 GMT
8.00 Redcar
We're only in August, but Nigel Tinkler, a Cheltenham Festival-winning trainer who rode around 250 winners, has already recorded his best Flat campaign and Cliff has claims of providing him with more to smile about. An eight-year-old gelding set for his 55th outing, he was a winner at Thirsk 11 days ago. He has to deal with a 4lb rise, although that is offset by apprentice Faye McManoman's 7lb claim. She knows him well, having been aboard for 16 of Cliff's last 17 appearances, although not for that Thirsk triumph.
3/1 Cliff 8:00 Redcar Mendelssohn 10.44 Saratoga
Aidan O'Brien has a CV littered with the sport's biggest prizes and he has enjoyed a remarkable career, but he will surely savour success for Mendelssohn if the three-year-old does the business Stateside tonight. The son of Scat Daddy, who runs in the Travers Stakes under Ryan Moore, looked set to conquer the world after demolishing his rivals in the UAE Derby, but that form is suspect and was followed by a last-place finish in the Kentucky Derby. Things were a little better in the Grade 3 Dwyer Stakes at Belmont Park last month and he is, of course, trained by a genius.
9/1 Mendelssohn 10:44 Saratoga
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 25, 2018 19:04:16 GMT
WINDSOR.
Race 7 - 7:45pm THE IMPACT MARATHON SERIES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Martin Dwyer, the rider of the winner, OPTIMUM TIME (IRE) was suspended for 2 days for using his whip above the permitted level from just inside the two furlong marker.
ITS MUST BE THE ONLY SPORT IN THE WORLD WHERE YOU CAN BREAK THE RULES AND STILL WIN.
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Post by dennisg on Aug 26, 2018 8:46:00 GMT
in today's sporting life............. Keith Hamer makes Dutch Connection his best bet of the day at Goodwood on Sunday and he has a tip for every race in the UK and Ireland. NAP: 4.10 Goodwood 3 2 Dutch Connection26 69-3OR: 110CD 11/2 T: C HillsJ: James Doyle Form: 6P-4467Last Run Live betting powered by Next Best: 3.15 Beverley 6 2 Princess Power22 28-5OR: 74CD 6/4 T: N TinklerJ: A Mullen Form: 656111Last Run Live betting powered by Dutch Connection can continue his love affair with Goodwood by repeating last year's victory in the Weatherbys Racing Bank Supreme Stakes. Charlie Hills' smart performer pulled two lengths clear of Salateen last August to win for the third time at the Sussex track. He has been out of luck since then but hinted he was coming back to his best when only beaten two and a quarter lengths behind Sir Dancealot in the Lennox Stakes despite being unplaced in a tight finish. He had won that race in 2016 and a performance anywhere near that would see him net this prize again. Giving Glances has been on an upward curve with wins at Lingfield and Leicester, for which she has gone up a total of 13lb in the ratings. Alan King has given her the chance in a better grade and she can prove up to the task by wining the Ladbrokes Home Of The Odds Boots Fillies' Handicap. Princess Power promises to be the star turn at Beverley, where she can surge to a four-timer in the Covers33 For All Your Vinyl Needs Nursery Handicap. Nigel Tinkler's filly did not bother the judge in her first three starts but has turned that around dramatically with wins on this track, then at Thirsk and Newmarket. She lowered the colours of Ginger Nut on her latest start and that horse had won the Weatherbys Super Sprint and was successful at York on Wednesday. That form looks superior to any of her rivals. Withernsea can take advantage of a big drop in class in the John Jenkins Memorial Claiming Stakes to win for the first time since May 2017. The Richard Fahey-trained seven-year-old may not be the force he once was, but he did not run at all badly when fifth to stablemate Third Time Lucky at York a month ago. He comes out on top on the ratings and can register a confidence-boosting success. Spanish City has been running creditably in competitive seven-furlong handicaps all summer, winning at Newcastle and Doncaster as well as putting in creditable efforts at Ascot, York and Newmarket. Roger Varian looks to have found a less taxing task in the Racing Welfare Handicap at Yarmouth. Sporting Life Selections: BEVERLEY: 2.10 Withernsea, 2.40 Conundrum, 3.15 Princess Power, 3.50 Zihaam, 4.25 We Are The World, 5.00 John Caesar, 5.30 Oriental Splendour, 6.00 Tidal Surge. CURRAGH: 1.35 Casting Call, 2.05 Lost Treasure, 2.35 Skitter Scatter, 3.05 Anthony Van Dyck, 3.40 Ming, 4.15 Echo Park, 4.50 Universal Focus, 5.25 Shore Step. GOODWOOD: 2.00 Gold Bere, 2.30 Phoenician Star, 3.00 Beringer, 3.35 Miss Sheridan, 4.10 DUTCH CONNECTION (NAP), 4.45 Giving Glances, 5.20 Dr Doro, 5.50 Jumping Jack. YARMOUTH: 2.20 Right About Now, 2.50 Red Label, 3.25 Dawn Affair, 4.00 Sky Patrol, 4.35 Petrus, 5.10 Spanish City, 5.40 Kraka. DOUBLE: Dutch Connection and Princess Power.
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Post by dennisg on Aug 26, 2018 8:51:38 GMT
Get all today's market movers, extra place races, price boosts and even a trader tip from Sky Bet with Firenze Rosa one of the best-backed horses of the morning. Today's Market Movers Firenze Rosa has been the best-backed horse of the morning at Sky Bet for the 5.20 at Goodwood, moving from 16/1 to 13/2. The Zebedee filly has dropped 5lb in her last three runs and, though she's clearly been struggling for form, she does find herself on a handy mark now. With plenty of racing around the country today all of the market movers are below. The prices were correct at 0945BST, but just click on the course links for the very latest odds and offers. Today's Extra Place Races 15.00 – Beringer 7/2 from 11/2 15.35 – Red Charmer 4/1 from 11/2 16.10 – Breton Rock 3/1 from 9/2 17.20 – Firenze Rosa 13/2 from 16/1 14.10 – Kody Ridge 8/1 from 11/1 14.40 – The Big Bad 11/2 from 7/1 18.00 – Market Choice 13/2 from 15/2 14.50 – Protected Guest 11/2 from 7/1 16.35 - Maverick 10/3 from 4/1 17.40 – Spinart 7/2 from 5/1 14.35 – Iridessa 8/1 from 11/1 15.40 – Ming 9/2 from 13/2 17.25 – Rattling Jewel 7/1 from 11/1 Today's Price Boosts 14.35 Curragh - Zagitova 15.00 Goodwood - Hamlul 14.10 Beverley - Withernsea 17.10 Yarmouth - Spanish City Today's Trader Tip 14.20 Yarmouth – Tyrsal Failed to compete against Lunar Deity, Right About Now and Sussex Girl when they met over this course and distance last month but this goes against his good record at this track which includes winning this race in both 2015 and 2016. Although the forecast rain will suit Sussex Girl, it shouldn't pose any issues for Tyrsal who we can expect a lot more from when they clash again today.
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Post by dennisg on Aug 26, 2018 8:53:19 GMT
Muntahaa led home stablemate Weekender to provide John Gosden with a one-two in the Sky Bet Ebor at York. It has been quite a week for the Clarehaven handler, having seen Roaring Lion dominate his rivals in Wednesday's Juddmonte International before star stayer Stradivarius landed a £1million bonus with victory in the Lonsdale Cup on Friday. He saddled two runners in Saturday's £500,000 feature and both were to the fore as the field approached the final two furlongs. Top-weight Weekender, ridden by Frankie Dettori, committed for home early, briefly racing into a clear lead. However, Muntahaa (11/1) could be spotted travelling ominously well in behind in the hands of Jim Crowley and he came home best to win decisively by three and a quarter lengths. Irish challengers filled out the places, with Jarlath Fahey's Sea The Lion third ahead of the Ger Lyons-trained Mustajeer in fourth. Willie Mullins saddle the first two in the betting, but both Whiskey Sour and particularly 3/1 favourite Stratum suffered troubled passages and never threatened to land telling blows. York Racecourse ✔ @yorkracecourse Muntahaa wins the @skybet Ebor Handicap at an impressive 11-1 for John Gosden, who scores a 1-2 with Weekender finishing close 2nd #Ebor 3:50 PM - Aug 25, 2018 19 See York Racecourse's other Tweets Twitter Ads info and privacy , which is worth a total £1million in prize-money. They make Stratum their 12/1 favourite, ahead of Ghosxxxxch, Muntahaa and Weekender who are all available at 16/1. It's 20/1 Supernova and bigger the rest. Angus Gold, racing manager to Muntahaa's owner Sheikh Hamdan Al Maktoum, said: "His ability was never in doubt. It was just a case of getting him in good form mentally. John said to me last week he had never had this horse better." Asked whether a tilt at the Melbourne Cup could be considered, Gold added: "If entries haven't closed yet, we'll put him in. Whether he'd take to it mentally with the hustle and bustle, I don't know." Former champion jockey Crowley said: "We could have had egg on our face. It was Mr Gosden's plan to stay out wide because he's quite a keen horse and he works very well on his own and he prefers to have his own space. "I was drawn out wide - he had a car park badge - but we managed to go forward and get into a nice rhythm. I was lucky to get in on the bend. It was a very easy race to ride, really. "I was always confident in the race. My only concern was not to get there too soon. When he hit the front he got on with it. He's a classy horse and is very well thought of. "It's a nice pick me up after yesterday (with Battaash). We needed that." Jarlath Fahey was delighted with the performance of Sea The Lion and is already eyeing a tilt at next year's Ebor, which will be worth £1million. He said: "We're thrilled. When you hit the places at a meeting like this, it's unbelievable. He's a very good horse and runs his heart out. "The way he's rated now, it's going to be difficult to find races for him. He needs quick ground and if the weather breaks we might not have anything for him for a while. We have no entries for him at the minute. We have no plans, but we might come back next year and try to win the million."
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Post by dennisg on Aug 26, 2018 8:55:18 GMT
Beat The Bank set up a return to the top table after bouncing back to winning ways with a tenacious success in the Ladbrokes Celebration Mile at Goodwood. Having failed to feature in the Sussex Stakes on his last visit to the track, the Paco Boy gelding showed plenty of heart to successfully land the Group Two prize in the hands of Oisin Murphy. The Andrew Balding-trained five-year-old, who was carrying a penalty for his success at the same level in the Summer Mile at Ascot on his penultimate start, was one of a host of runners in with a chance of victory entering the final furlong. It looked as though Zonderland, runner-up for the past two years, was going to go one better after hitting the front, but with a sustained effort the 11-8 favourite burst through late on to defeat Whisky Baron by half a length. Stormy Antarctic a further head away in third. The winner was cut from for the Queen Elizabeth II Stakes at Ascot in October. Balding said: "It was a bit of a relief, as he was never comfortable throughout the race. He didn't travel with his normal enthusiasm and he ran wide on the bend, but all credit to Oisin as he did a fantastic job to get him home. It was a fantastic effort with a penalty. "I think he is better than that and we will look if there is something a miss. Credit to the horse and jockey that they got the job done. I think he deserves his place in a Group One field and it is tough going to Group Two races with penalties. That (QEII) is very much the target. "I don't think we will go to America. The Woodbine Mile was a possibility, but to be honest we will stay closer to home and look at Hong Kong in December. The owner is keen to go there." Murphy, who was celebrating a third straight victory in the race, hailed the courage shown by the winner. He said: "He is a very tough horse. It is hard to give a penalty away. I thought it was a decent field for a Group Two, as there was plenty of quality in there. Hopefully Beat The Bank can score at Group One level in the future, as I feel he is that class of horse."
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 26, 2018 9:03:54 GMT
Sunday: going, weather & non-runners Beverley GOING: GOOD TO FIRM (Good in places) WEATHER: Rain STALLS: Inside NON RUNNERS: 2:10 Dandy Highwayman (3) Curragh GOING: GOOD TO YIELDING (Yielding in places on Straight course) WEATHER: Rain Goodwood GOING: GOOD (Good to firm in places; GoingStick: 7.1) WEATHER: Rain STALLS: 5f - Stands' side; 1m 3f & 1m 4f - Outside; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 3:00 Lawn Ranger (8) 3:35 Archimento (2) 5:20 Ask The Guru (6) 5:50 Zzoro (4) Yarmouth GOING: GOOD (Good to firm in places; GoingStick 7.3) WEATHER: Rain STALLS: 1m 2f - Inside; Remainder - Centre NON RUNNERS: 2:50 Red Label (1) 4:35 Breden (2)
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 26, 2018 9:04:27 GMT
BANKER
Princess Power (3.15 Beverley)
Nigel Tinkler's daughter of Slade Power didn't show an awful lot on her first three starts but caused an upset at this course on her fourth outing when denying a short-priced favourite with a strong late burst. She was upped to 6f since and hasn't looked back, winning her last two starts in game and gutsy fashion. Her latest victory, in what was a very good Newmarket nursery, has been franked since when the runner-up Ginger Nut won at the Ebor festival last week. The handicapper has raised her only 3lb for that win and she's definitely good enough to record the four-timer off this mark.
6/4 Princess Power 3:15 Beverley
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 26, 2018 9:05:00 GMT
Newmarket: David Milnes
Hamlul (3.00 Goodwood, nap)
Showed he could cope with undulations when scoring at Beverley 11 days ago and should enjoy any ease in the ground. Sir Michael Stoute's grey is expected to follow up.
2/1 Hamlul 3:00 Goodwood Others to follow Beverley 3.15 Snazzy. Goodwood 2.00 Debbonair, 2.30 Demurrer, 4.10 Dream Of Dreams, 4.45 Klassique, 5.50 Geetanjali. Yarmouth 2.20 Lunar Deity, 2.50 Commander Cole, 3.25 Quasar, 4.00 Sky Patrol, 4.35 Bint Dandy, 5.10 Spanish City, 5.40 Nick Vedder. North: Colin Russell
Allnite (5.00 Beverley, nap)
Sound effort when runner-up over 1m4f on soft ground at Thirsk last time. Open to further improvement and as the drop back to 1m2f will be no problem for him, he is fancied to get off the mark this time.
6/1 Allnite 5:00 Beverley Others to follow Beverley 2.10 Withernsea, 2.40 Conundrum, 3.15 Princess Power, 3.50 Regal Mirage, 4.25 Poet's Dawn, 5.30 One Boy. Goodwood 3.35 Miss Sheridan, 4.10 Cardsharp, 5.50 Tapis Libre. Lambourn: James Burn
Dutch Connection (4.10 Goodwood, nap)
There is nothing this classy six-year-old loves more than 7f at Goodwood and a big run is expected on ground that should suit.
11/2 Dutch Connection 4:10 Goodwood Others to follow Beverley 3.15 Rockin Roy, 4.25 Ghazan. Goodwood 2.00 Aspire Tower, 2.30 Phoenician Star, 3.00 Beringer, 3.35 Balmoral Castle, 4.45 Di Alta. Yarmouth 2.20 Bayston Hill, 3.25 No Way Jose, 4.00 Mendoza, 4.35 Petrus. Racing Post Ratings: Sam Walker
Polly Douglas (5.25 Curragh)
On a long losing run but capable of going well off her current mark of 57. Not beaten far over 5f last time and should be to build on that over 6f.
14/1 Polly Douglas 5:25 Curragh Topspeed: Dave Edwards
Zhui Feng (4.10 Goodwood)
Has a bit to find on ratings with some of his rivals but Amanda Perrett's five-year-old is a course winner and could be in the shake-up.
22/1 Zhui Feng 4:10 Goodwood Longshot: Simon Giles
Zzoro (5.50 Goodwood)
Well beaten last time when tried in first-time blinkers, but hit the frame off higher marks earlier in the year and could be in the mix if bouncing back for in-form yard.
- Zzoro 5:50 Goodwood Ireland: Tony O'Hehir
Julienne (4.15 Curragh)
The daughter of Galileo got off the mark in a 1m1f maiden at Tipperary 16 days ago. She was a comfortable winner and, with an extra three furlongs unlikely to be a problem, she appeals here off bottom weight on her handicap debut.
10/3 Julienne 4:15 Curragh >>There are no West Country tips on Sunday The Raceform Interactive nugget
Lucy Wadham has a 33 per cent strike-rate in handicaps at Yarmouth since the start of 2013 (8-24, +£17.75 to £1 stakes). Sky Patrol runs for her in the nursery at 4.00.
11/4 Sky Patrol 4:00 Yarmouth
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 26, 2018 9:05:40 GMT
Handsome Maverick won the 5.25 at the Curragh last season. The gelding bids to repeat the feat under 7lb claimer Damien Melia.
Jedd O’Keeffe and PJ McDonald have individual strike-rates of 16 and nine per cent at Beverley. That rises to 43 per cent when they combine. They do so with Kenmare River (5.00).
Bint Dandy has a strong record at Yarmouth. The seven-year-old is 3-6 at the track, with all her victories coming over course and distance. She is well placed to enhance the record in the 4.35.
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 26, 2018 18:08:11 GMT
Monday: going, weather & non-runners Cartmel GOING: GOOD TO SOFT (Soft in places; GoingStick 6.4) WEATHER: Mostly cloudy Chepstow GOING: GOOD (Good to soft in places; GoingStick 6.6) WEATHER: Partly cloudy STALLS: Straight course - Centre; Remainder - Inside Downpatrick GOING: GOOD (Watered) WEATHER: Partly cloudy Epsom GOING: GOOD (Good to soft in places; GoingStick 6.5) (Rail movements: R1 +9y, R2 +5y, R4, 5, 6 & 7 +12y) WEATHER: Partly cloudy STALLS: 5f - Stands' side; 6f - Outside; 1m4f - Centre; Remainder - Inside Ripon GOING: GOOD (GoingStick 8.1) (Rail movements: R2, 5, 6 & 7 +10y) WEATHER: Partly cloudy STALLS: Straight course - Stands' side; Round course - Inside NON RUNNERS: 5:10 Magichull (10) Southwell (AW) GOING: FIBRESAND: STANDARD WEATHER: Partly cloudy STALLS: 5f - Centre; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 5:55 Kirkman (8)
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 26, 2018 18:09:23 GMT
Beverley, 26 Aug 18 Fixture Note After Race 1 the going was changed to Good (from Good to Firm, Good in Places).
After Race 2 the going was changed to Good to Soft (from Good). Race 1 - 2:10pm THE JOHN JENKINS MEMORIAL CLAIMING STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for INGLEBY ANGEL (IRE) to go early to post and for KODY RIDGE (IRE) to be mounted on the course and go early to post.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that INGLEBY ANGEL (IRE), placed fifth, had bled from the nose.
Race 2 - 2:40pm THE SMITH GIRLIES EBF NOVICE AUCTION STAKES (CLASS 5) Following the race, Jack Garritty reported that CONUNDRUM, unplaced, slipped leaving the stalls. Andrew Elliott reported that HAGGSWOOD BOY, unplaced, was never travelling. Phil Dennis reported that SIRIUSLY QUICK (IRE), unplaced, ran green and hung badly left.
Race 3 - 3:15pm THE COVERS33 FOR ALL YOUR VINYL NEEDS NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) An enquiry was held to consider the placings in this race after interference inside the final ½ furlong when the winner, ROCKIN ROY (IRE), ridden by Hollie Doyle interfered with PRINCESS POWER (IRE), placed second, ridden by Andrew Mullen. The Stewards considered that the interference had not improved ROCKIN ROY (IRE)’s placing as initially PRINCESS POWER went left independently and it was only on the run to the line that the filly was carried off her intended line, lost no momentum and appeared to be held at the line to be beaten a head. Doyle was cautioned for careless riding as she allowed her mount to drift left without sufficient correction.
Race 4 - 3:50pm THE BEVERLEY MIDDLE DISTANCE SERIES FINAL ROUND HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Following the race, Ben Curtis reported that MY FANTASEA (IRE), placed seventh, hung right-handed in the straight. Oakley Brown reported that AMAZING MICHELE (FR), placed fifth, was denied a clear run 2 ½ furlongs out.
Race 5 - 4:25pm THE DEBBIE WILSON BIRTHDAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Following the race, Hollie Doyle reported that WE ARE THE WORLD, placed seventh, stopped quickly and the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities. P.J. McDonald reported that BEZOS (IRE), placed eighth, stopped quickly and the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 6 - 5:00pm THE BEVERLEY LIONS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Following the race, James Sullivan reported that GEALACH GHORM (IRE), unplaced, stopped quickly and the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 7 - 5:30pm THE RACING UK HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV I) James Sullivan, the rider of ORIENTAL SPLENDOUR (IRE), placed fifth, had appeared to stop riding shortly before the winning post, to be beaten a neck for fourth place. After being interviewed and shown recordings of the incident, Sullivan explained that he took a check because he thought he was going to run onto the heels of POPPY JAG (IRE), placed third, adding that ETIENNE GERARD, placed fourth, had already passed him and therefore he had obtained the best possible placing. His explanation was noted.
Following the race, Oakley Brown reported that ROARING RORY, placed sixth, missed the break. Faye McManoman reported that LINA’S STAR (IRE), unplaced, was fractious in the stalls and hung right.
Race 8 - 6:00pm THE RACING UK HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV II) Permission was given for ANGEL EYES to go early to post. View Stewards report Goodwood, 26 Aug 18 Fixture Note Prior to Race 1 the going was changed to Good to Soft (from Good, Good to Soft in places).
After Race 1 the going was changed to Soft (from Good to Soft).
After Race 6 the going was changed to Heavy (from Soft). Race 1 - 2:00pm THE LADBROKES BET £5 GET £20 MAIDEN AUCTION STAKES (CLASS 5) The Starter reported that BARSA KELMES (IRE) broke out of the stalls and was withdrawn. Michael Atxxxxer was informed that the colt could not run until the day after passing a stalls test.
Following the race, George Baker's representative reported that GOLD BERE (FR), unplaced, was unsuited by the going, which was officially described as Good to Soft on this occasion and changed to Soft after this race, and would prefer a faster surface.
Race 2 - 2:30pm THE CHICHESTER CITY SELLING STAKES (CLASS 3) An enquiry was held to consider if PHOENICIAN STAR (IRE) had refused to race. James Doyle, the rider of PHOENICIAN STAR (IRE) and the Starters were interviewed. Doyle explained that PHOENICIAN STAR (IRE) had anticipated the start and had hit the front of the stalls, resulting in the gelding leaning back onto the rear of the stalls as the gates were opened. He confirmed that although the gelding was moving backwards in the stalls he was still on PHOENICIAN STAR (IRE) when the start was effected. The Starters agreed with Doyle, that he was still on the horse at the moment the start was initiated. Having heard their evidence the Stewards were satisfied that PHOENICIAN STAR (IRE) had refused to race and was deemed to be a runner.
Race 4 - 3:35pm THE GOODWOOD AMATEUR RIDERS' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (In memory of Gay Kindersley) Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that EBBISHAM (IRE), placed fourth, lost its right fore shoe.
Race 5 - 4:10pm THE WEATHERBYS RACING BANK SUPREME STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 3) Permission was given for CARDSHARP to be mounted on the chute.
Race 7 - 5:20pm THE SUSSEX ROOF GARDEN HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for FLOWING CLARETS to go early to post.
The winner, FIRENZE ROSA (IRE), appeared to show improved form, compared with its previous run at Salisbury on 16 August 2018 where the filly finished fifth of seven beaten by 10 ½ lengths. John Bridger’s representative’s explanation that the filly benefitted from the step down in trip from 6 furlongs to 5 furlongs and displayed an ability to act on Heavy ground was noted. FIRENZE ROSA (IRE) was routine tested.
Race 8 - 5:50pm THE SILK SERIES LADY RIDERS' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (Pro-Am Lady Riders' Race) The Starter reported that THISTIMENEXTYEAR refused to enter stalls. Richard Spencer was informed that the gelding could not run until the day after passing a stalls test.
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