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Post by Kimmy on Sept 3, 2018 17:35:05 GMT
Chepstow, 03 Sep 18 Fixture Note Abandoned - Unsafe Course Nothing to report View Stewards report Brighton, 03 Sep 18 Race 1 - 2:00pm THE CELEBRATING PENNY MCLACHLANS 50TH BIRTHDAY NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) GLOBAL GODDESS (IRE), trained by Gay Kelleway, finished fourth at Brighton the previous day, where it was incorrectly reported that the filly had sustained an injury to her right-fore leg. The Veterinary Officer reported that a pre-race examination of the filly deemed her fit to race.
Race 3 - 3:00pm THE IAN CARNABY SELLING HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for RACEHORSE to go early to post and be mounted in the chute.
On the run to the line, WILD FLOWER (IRE), placed fourth, lugged marginally right-handed causing the rider of RACEHORSE, placed seventh, 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 WILD FLOWER (IRE).
Following the race, William Cox reported that BORN TO BOOGIE, unplaced, was slowly into stride.
Race 5 - 4:00pm THE KEN MARTENSTYN BIRTHDAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) The Starter reported that MISS RECYCLED was unruly in the stalls and withdrawn. Michael Madgwick was informed that the filly could not run until the day after passing a stalls test.
Approximately one furlong after the start, the winner, SOLVEIG’S SONG, hung left-handed away from IPSILANTE, placed sixth, and as a consequence CRUEL CLEVER CAT, unplaced, was left short of room and 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, Liam Jones reported that DRAGON TATTOO (IRE), unplaced, stopped quickly. The Veterinary Officer reported that IMBUCATO, placed fourth, had lost its right-fore shoe.
Race 6 - 4:30pm THE cinestock.co.uk DRIVE-IN CINEMA HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) DE VEGAS KID (IRE), trained by Tony Carroll, won at Brighton the previous day. The Veterinary Officer reported that a pre-race examination of the gelding deemed it fit to race.
Race 7 - 5:05pm THE BRIGHTON BUSINESS EXPO 11 OCT AMATEUR RIDERS' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) An enquiry was held to consider interference approximately four furlongs out when FOUR FIFTY THREE, placed sixth, ridden by Mr Simon Walker, interfered with LIGHT OF AIR (FR), placed third, ridden by Mr George Gorman. Mr Walker was cautioned for careless riding as he had allowed his mount to hang left-handed leaving LIGHT OF AIR (FR) momentarily short of room against the rail.
Mr George Gorman, the rider of LIGHT OF AIR (FR), placed third, was suspended for 2 days for using his whip above the permitted level from one and a half furlongs out.
Following the race, Mr Charlie Todd reported that BORN TO SPEND (IRE), placed fourth, was slowly away. View Stewards report Newcastle, 03 Sep 18 Race 2 - 5:50pm THE 188BET EXTRA PLACE RACES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) P J McDonald the rider of the winner RARE GROOVE (IRE), was suspended for 2 days for using his whip above the permitted level from inside the final 2 furlongs. View Stewards report Windsor, 03 Sep 18 Race 1 - 3:55pm THE INSPIRE RACING CLUB HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) An enquiry was held to consider the placings in this race after interference inside the final furlong when the winner, PARNASSIAN (IRE), ridden by Jason Watson, interfered with SIR RODERIC (IRE), placed second, ridden by Gerald Mosse. The Stewards considered that the interference had improved PARNASSIAN (IRE)’s placing as the gelding bumped SIR RODERIC (IRE), turning the gelding’s quarters and making him become unbalanced, before winning by a nose. As the Stewards considered that the interference had cost SIR RODERIC (IRE) more ground than the nose he had been beaten by, they revised the placings as follows: First; SIR RODERIC (IRE), Second; PARNASSIAN (IRE), Third; A SURE WELCOME and Fourth; WINKLEMANN (IRE). Watson was cautioned for careless riding as he manoeuvred into a gap that was not big enough causing SIR RODERIC (IRE) to be taken off his intended line.
Race 2 - 4:25pm THE INSPIRE RACING CLUB BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (PLUS 10 RACE) (DIV I) Approximately 4 ½ furlongs out MASTER MATT, unplaced, was running keen and shifted marginally left causing interference WATCHMYEVERYMOVE (IRE), unplaced, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Following the race, Daniel Muscutt reported that WATCHMYEVERYMOVE (IRE), unplaced, suffered interference 2 furlongs after the start, Joey Haynes reported that GREY HARE, unplaced, ducked badly left leaving the stalls and John Egan reported that MASTER MATT, unplaced, ran too free.
Race 3 - 4:55pm THE INSPIRE RACING CLUB BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (PLUS 10 RACE) (DIV II) Following the race, Luke Morris reported that BRING US PARADISE, unplaced, hung left-handed throughout and Oisin Murphy reported that RUSPER DREAMS (IRE), unplaced, hung left-handed under pressure.
Race 4 - 5:30pm THE inspireracingclub.co.uk NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for NEW QUEEN to be ponied and led to the start.
Following the race, Silvestre de Sousa reported that AL MORTAJAZ (FR), placed fifth, hung badly left-handed and Tom Marquand reported that PENARTH PIER (IRE), placed seventh, hung left-handed throughout.
Race 5 - 6:00pm THE inspireracingclub.co.uk HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Following the race, William Cox reported that LOOK SURPRISED, placed seventh, hung left-handed under pressure.
Race 8 - 7:30pm THE FREE RACE DAY INSPIRE RACING HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) RED CHARMER (IRE), trained by Marjorie Fife finished placed fourth at Brighton the previous day. The Veterinary Officer reported that a pre-race examination of the gelding deemed it fit to race. View Stewards report Ffos Las, 03 Sep 18 Race 1 - 2:15pm THE interbet.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Following the race, Edward Greatrex reported that the winner, CAPTAIN LARS (SAF), hung left-handed, Finley Marsh reported that AQUADABRA (IRE), placed third, hung left-handed under pressure and Paddy Bradley reported that PERFECT SYMPHONY (IRE), placed fifth, ran flat.
Race 2 - 2:45pm THE THREE WAY LINK FILLIES' NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (PLUS 10 RACE) An enquiry was held to consider interference shortly after leaving the stalls when PIMLICO PLEASER (IRE), unplaced, ridden by Seamus Cronin, interfered with the winner, ENCHANTED LINDA, ridden by Edward Greatrex. Being a 7lb claimer, Cronin was accompanied by the trainer’s representative. Cronin was suspended for 5 days for careless riding as he had allowed his mount to drift right-handed when insufficiently clear, causing Greatrex to have to take a check and stumble.
Following the race, the representative of George Scott reported that LYSANDER BELLE (IRE), unplaced, was unsuited by the going, which was officially described as Good on this occasion, and would prefer a faster surface.
Race 3 - 3:15pm THE interbet.com LIVE CASINO HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for RAGSTONE VIEW (IRE) to go early to post.
Following the race, Raul Da Silva reported that ARROGANT (IRE), placed second, hung right-handed inside the final ½ furlong.
Race 4 - 3:45pm THE VAUGHAN CONSTRUCTION NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) Following the race, Dougie Costello reported that PREACHER MAN (IRE), placed second, hung left-handed and Finley Marsh reported that STAR OF ATHENA, placed third, ran green.
Race 5 - 4:15pm THE LIVE BETTING COMING SOON AT interbet.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Ed de Giles was fined £80 as the record of vaccinations in the passport of BOMBASTIC (IRE) had been altered.
Leaving the stalls, the winner, SIR PLATO (IRE), jumped right-handed, bumping GOOD AUTHORITY (IRE), placed fifth, onto CUBAN HEEL, placed second, 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 SIR PLATO (IRE).
Following the race, Rob Hornby reported that ACCOMPLICE, placed sixth, lost its action. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the filly, during routine testing, failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 6 - 4:45pm THE NSPCC FAMILY DAY SEPTEMBER 16TH WITH SAM WARBURTON HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for LOVE AND BE LOVED to go early to post.
SPANISH HISTORY (USA), trained by Seamus Durack, was late in the Parade Ring due to the trainer having difficulty fitting the tongue strap.
Approaching the 2 furlong marker, STAR GYPSY (FR), placed fifth, hung left-handed at the same time as HAVANA BREEZE (IRE), placed sixth, hung right-handed, causing BERRY DE CARJAC (FR), placed eighth, to be momentarily 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 STAR GYPSY (FR) or HAVANA BREEZE (IRE).
Following the race, Dane O'Neill reported that SPANISH HISTORY (USA), placed third, ran too freely.
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 3, 2018 17:35:59 GMT
Brian Ellison’s sprinter returned from an eight-month break with a very promising second over six furlongs here in July.
The three-year-old won at Wolverhampton on his final juvenile start and his encouraging comeback run suggests he will strike again.
Off the same mark of 63, it would be surprising if Skyva does not go close with Kieran Schofield once again claiming a valuable 7lb.
9/2 Skyva 8:20 Newcastle (AW)
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 3, 2018 17:36:43 GMT
Sky Bet have become the latest bookmaker to offer a minimum bet to win guarantee to customers, although the offer is limited only to races at the top levels of the sport.
Punters, restricted or not, will be able to back their selections to win £500 on Class 1 and Class 2 races, with the offer applying for the first time at Goodwood on Tuesday.
Last month BetVictor introduced a lay-to-lose guarantee on every race in Britain and Ireland for up to £500 after discussions with the Horseracing Bettors Forum.
Sky Bet's guarantee will be in place from 10am on the day of the race and applies to win only singles on the main standard win market of each relevant race.
The firm's racing PR manager Michael Shinners said: "We already offer a very competitive racing package with extra places and price boosts and the guaranteed minimum bet will hopefully prove popular with existing and potential customers."
The Horseracing Bettors Forum welcomed Sky Bet's announcement. They said in a tweet: "While not as comprehensive a provision as some, it is a further step in the right direction, and another operator prepared to allow previously restricted customers to have a reasonable bet on some races."
Coral and Ladbrokes have a range of pledges in place to lay bets of up to £500 below Class 4 level rising to £5,000 for races shown on ITV but these are available only to betting shop customers.
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 3, 2018 17:37:23 GMT
Dane O'Neill has been suspended for 19 days by the British Horseracing Authority's (BHA) independent disciplinary panel after picking up a fifth whip offence in a six-month period.
O'Neill will miss Doncaster's St Leger meeting and the Ayr Gold Cup festival after receiving 19 days from September 8 to September 26, with a further nine days deferred for two months.
As it was O'Neill's second totting-up suspension the disciplinary panel elected to enforce a longer period than the entry point.
The fifth suspension came aboard Whisky Baron in the Group 2 Ladbrokes Celebration Mile Stakes at Goodwood on August 25, with O'Neill admitting to using his whip once above the permitted level – as two instances were discounted.
In its report, the panel stated: "When the suspension at Goodwood is taken into account there are three 'over the permitted level' breaches over a 19-day period in August of this year. Mr O’Neill is not an apprentice jockey but a senior and experienced rider.
"Further Mr O’Neill appeared before a differently constituted disciplinary panel as recently as October 2017 in relation to five relevant whip offences in the preceding 6 months. On that occasion he was suspended for a period of 21 days with seven of those days being deferred for two months."
Minister Matt Hancock to open new facility at Racing Centre
A facility at The Racing Centre in Newmarket which will train racing staff studying a new course in mentoring, leadership and team skills will be formally opened by health secretary Matt Hancock on Friday.
The local MP will be joined at an evening reception at the headquarters of the National Association of Racing Staff (NARS) by BHA chief executive Nick Rust and some of the students who will embarking on the eight-week ILM Level 2 course, which is being delivered by West Suffolk College.
Funding has come from Unionlearn – the learning and skills organisation of the TUC – the EB Moller Charitable Trust and JenningsBet, who in May this year pledged £100,000 to support the course over the next five years.
NARS chief executive George McGrath said: "The diversity of the funding and the support this project has received is a perfect demonstration of the broad appeal of investing in racing’s future.
"I am very grateful to all our supporters and benefactors and look forward to congratulating the first graduates of this innovative educational programme."
O'Donoghue on easy list
Colm O'Donoghue will be back in action this week after missing his final two rides on Saturday's Curragh card due to sciatica pain.
The multiple Group 1-winning rider, the only jockey to have ridden the brilliant Alpha Centauri, partnered I'm So Fancy to win the Group 3 Snow Fairy Stakes at the Kildare venue before trailing the field on Servalan in the Round Tower Stakes and sitting out his last couple of mounts.
O'Donoghue, speaking on Sunday, said of the sciatica issue: "I'm absolutely fine. I just aggravated a previous knock from a fall but it's nothing at all and just requires a bit of physio."
He added: "I'll be back on Wednesday or Thursday, I couldn't get any physio today but will be looked after tomorrow."
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 3, 2018 17:38:23 GMT
A gunman was shot by police at Del Mar racetrack on Sunday after he fired several shots in a crowded area just after the last race and before a concert by rapper Ice Cube.
The drama unfolded near the main entrance on the south side of the California seaside track, with the San Diego County Sheriff's Department saying in a preliminary statement: "Just before 6.40pm, a man came to the ticket window at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. He wanted a ticket to this evening's concert. He was told no more tickets were available.
"An argument ensued and nearby deputies responded. The man pulled out a silver-plated semi-automatic handgun and fired several shots into a crowded area. Deputies engaged and returned fire.
"The suspect was transported to Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla and his condition is unknown at this time. To our knowledge, no-one else was injured."
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Post by dennisg on Sept 4, 2018 6:21:03 GMT
in today's sporting life................... Chris Wilson makes the case for Mark Johnston adding to his fine Goodwood tally on Tuesday - he has a tip for every race. NAP: Soldier In Action (4.10 Goodwood) 3 2 Soldier In Action13 59-4OR: 94CD 11/4 T: M JohnstonJ: S De Sousa Form: 870045Last Run Live betting powered by Next Best: Princess Power (3.40 Goodwood) 6 1 Princess Power9 28-3OR: 74BFD 2/1 T: N TinklerJ: A Mullen Form: 561112Last Run Live betting powered by Soldier In Action is well worth a little interest in the Royal Sussex Regiment Handicap at Goodwood. The five-year-old stayer has been highly tried this season, but, maddeningly for trainer Mark Johnston, he has not yet got his nose in front. That does, of course, mean he is now weighted accordingly and is 12lb lower than when he last won at Kempton in November 2017. Soldier In Action largely struggled in good company during the summer, but the proverbial green shoots of recovery were evident on his last two outings. The son of Soldier Of Fortune was not beaten too far in the stayers' race on Shergar Cup day at Ascot, after which he was sent into battle in a valuable handicap at York a fortnight ago. Johnston's inmate finished fifth and some distance behind Here And Now, but he made encouraging late gains once the game was up to suggest he is coming to hand. Soldier In Action won a soft-ground handicap over a mile and three-quarters at Goodwood last August, so punters will be reassured that he acts at the track when there is cut in the ground. Add to the melting pot the fact Johnston has such a good record on the West Sussex Downs and the stage looks set for a decent spin. Princess Power can get back into the winning groove in the six-furlong fillies' nursery. Nigel Tinkler's youngster has had a fine season, claiming three races on the bounce - including a valuable prize at Newmarket in which she chinned Weatherbys Super Sprint winner Ginger Nut. Her winning run came to an end at Beverley last time, but that was a muddling encounter in which she was carried out wide inside the last 100 yards. She only went down by a head, though, so it was another tell-tale sign that she is still on top of her form. Tinkler has long had this race in mind for Princess Power, who remains quite an exciting filly. Goodwood Showman should perhaps be running on the same card, but instead takes aim at a one-mile handicap at Kempton. Trainer William Knight ought to be brimming with brio, too, as he caught the eye over course and distance on August 15, when second to Extra Large. That was Goodwood Showman's first start since May - and also a first outing since wind surgery, which looks to have done its job. There are small races to be won with this lightly-raced son of Showcasing, who ought to be able to exploit a mark of 69. Tahreek is an interesting runner in the Cadeby Homes Handicap at Leicester. Sir Michael Stoute's three-year-old colt was a game winner at Nottingham in June, but has not necessarily kicked on after a rise in the weights. That said, he was a little unfortunate at Salisbury three weeks ago, when trapped for room inside the penultimate furlong, and should not be dismissed lightly in a race of this nature. Sporting Life tips: GOODWOOD: 2.00 Zoffany Bay, 2.35 Bella Vita, 3.05 Line of Duty, 3.40 Princess Power, 4.10 SOLDIER IN ACTION (NAP), 4.45 Incentive, 5.20 Autumn War. KEMPTON: 5.45 Thegreyvtrain, 6.15 Crash Helmet, 6.45 Saryshagann, 7.15 Goodwood Showman, 7.45 Velvet Revolution, 8.15 Robero, 8.45 Allofmelovesallofu. LEICESTER: 4.55 Herringswell, 5.25 Harperelle, 5.55 Tahreek, 6.25 Ski Blast, 6.55 Bella Ferrari, 7.25 Sexy Secret. NAAS: 3.50 Rest Bay, 4.25 Art World, 5.00 All The King's Men, 5.35 Vocal Music, 6.05 Centroid, 6.35 Bit Of Banter, 7.05 New Vocation, 7.35 Lustful. STRATFORD: 2.15 Henry Smith, 2.50 Smoking Dixie, 3.20 Beach Break, 3.55 Dream Bolt, 4.30 Danceintothelight, 5.05 Versifier. DOUBLE: Soldier In Action and Princess Power.
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Post by dennisg on Sept 4, 2018 6:23:17 GMT
Jump racing's leading staying chasers will get the chance to secure connections a £1m bonus in 2018-19 with the return of the Jockey Club Chase Triple Crown. The payout will go to connections of any horse able to win the Betfair Chase at Haydock in November, the 32Red King George VI Chase at Kempton on Boxing Day in December, and the Magners Cheltenham Gold Cup on the final day of the Festival next March. Any bonus will be awarded alongside the Kauto Star Trophy, named in honour of the last horse to achieve the feat back in 2006-7. It will be shared between winning owners, the trainer, staff at the yard and the jockey. The last two seasons have seen three different winners in the three big races, with Cue Card (2015-16) the last horse to win two of them - he would go on to fall when coming to challenge for the treble in the Gold Cup. Two of last year's winners - King George hero Might Bite and Gold Cup victor Native River - are among the potential challengers for the seven-figure prize, which is paid on top of regular prize money. Jockey Club Racecourses chief executive Paul Fisher said: "In six of the last 10 years a top chaser has won two of the three legs of The Jockey Club Chase Triple Crown. "We all know it would take a very special racehorse to win all three of those Grade 1s in the same season, but Kauto Star proved that it's possible and we all remember how close Cue Card came more recently. "I hope the challenge will prove attractive to connections this season and I look forward to the Betfair Chase, 32Red King George VI Chase and the Magners Cheltenham Gold Cup proving thrilling contests for us Jumps fans. It would be a great story for our sport if the Chase Triple Crown could be won."
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Post by dennisg on Sept 4, 2018 6:25:05 GMT
Last year's impressive winner Harry Angel heads 17 acceptors for Saturday's Group One feature at Haydock - the 32Red Sprint Cup. Clive Cox's four-year-old is set to return from an enforced 77-day layoff having injured himself in the starting stalls when well-beaten in the Diamond Jubilee Stakes at Royal Ascot in June. He was sent off the 5/2 favourite that day following a fantastic comeback from Brando win under a penalty in the Duke of York Stakes and this weekend return to a track where he remains unbeaten from two previous visits. Slamming Tasleet by four lengths in last year's Sprint Cup was arguably the highlight of a stellar 2017 for Harry Angel and he could renew rivalries with 2017 July Cup hero Limato, who got back to winning ways on the July Course at Newmarket last time out. Brando may also bid to reverse form with Harry Angel, while Group One scorer The Tin Man - third in this event 12 months ago - adds further strength in depth on the back of a fine third in France last month. James Fanshawe on Haydock chance The Tin Man David Elsworth's Sir Dancealot also features among the entries having been supplemented into the race on the back of Group Two wins over seven furlongs at Goodwood and Newbury. James Garfield - also supplemented - heads a strong challenge from the three-year-olds, along with Commonwealth Cup one-two Eqtidaar and Sands Of Mali, who were both well held in the July Cup. Speak In Colours is a fascinating contender for Joseph O'Brien and his father Aidan is set to saddle Intelligence Cross, Fleet Review, Sioux Nation and Gustav Klimt, who has failed to live up to expectations after his Group One-placed form over longer distances earlier in the season. The remaining entrants are Donjuan Triumphant, Hey Jonesy and last year's runner-up Tasleet, who was hasn't been seen in public since his comeback third at the Curragh back in May. Angus Gold, racing manager for Hamdan Al Maktoum, said today: "Tasleet has not been seen out since May as he had a little bit of a setback after he ran at the Curragh. "However, he has been in full work for a while now and I know William Haggas is very happy with him. I have to speak to William and we will have a talk about the weekend. We do know Tasleet can handle easy ground if he has to. "The horse is in good shape. Obviously, he hasn't won a Group One yet so is going to be up against it. He has been a great performer for us and we will see how he gets on." Turning his attention to Eqtidaar, Gold continued: "Eqtidaar had a bit of a break after he ran at Newmarket. "He is a big horse. I was talking to Sir Michael Stoute the other day and he was saying that the horse is really starting to pick up now. Although he won the Commonwealth Cup at Royal Ascot, he was still quite an immature horse earlier in the season. "Sir Michael thinks Eqtidaar has come back to himself now. When Jim (Crowley, jockey) won on him at Royal Ascot he said the sprint on Champions Day in October would be his absolute race. "I am not sure the July Course at Newmarket really suited him last time out. I am not saying that is why he was beaten that day but he is back in good form now after his break and Jim was very happy with the horse when he rode him the other day. "Any rain later in the week shouldn't inconvenience him. Sir Michael feels he is a horse for the autumn as he strengthens and develops. He could also come back next year if Sheikh Hamdan decides to keep him in training." Sky Bet make Harry Angel their , with James Garfield and The Tin Man ahead of Brando and Tasleet at . As expected, Blue Point will swerve the contest and wait for the Flying Five on Irish Champions Weekend.
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Post by dennisg on Sept 4, 2018 6:27:09 GMT
Enable remains on course to make her eagerly awaited seasonal reappearance in the 188Bet September Stakes at Kempton on Saturday. The race has been reopened until Tuesday morning after just nine entries were received for the Group Three contest over a mile and a half. The brilliant filly, trained by John Gosden, has been out of action since winning the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe in October and next month's French showpiece is again the main target. "She's been fine and she's been reported in good form," said Teddy Grimthorpe, racing manager for owner Khalid Abdullah. "I've seen her several times and she looks in good shape. "She's done everything correctly, as John would have wanted. We're looking forward to it." Enable is behind Sea Of Class in Sky Bet's antepost Arc de Triomphe market.
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 4, 2018 7:37:21 GMT
Tuesday: going, weather & non-runners Goodwood GOING: GOOD (Good to soft in places; GoingStick 6.8) (Rail movements - R1, 2 & 3 +14yds, R5 +19yds and R7 +10yds) WEATHER: Partly cloudy STALLS: Straight course - Stands' side; 1m3f - Outside; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 4:10 Garbanzo (9) Kempton (AW) GOING: POLYTRACK: STANDARD TO SLOW (Watering) WEATHER: Partly cloudy STALLS: Inside NON RUNNERS: 7:15 Sharg (5) 8:45 Boscastle (11) Leicester GOING: GOOD TO FIRM (Good in places; GoingStick 7.4) WEATHER: Cloudy STALLS: Straight course - Stands' side; Round course - Inside NON RUNNERS: 4:55 N Over J (1) 6:25 Spanish History (3) Naas GOING: GOOD WEATHER: Mostly sunny Stratford GOING: GOOD (GoingStick 7.6) (Watering) (Rail movements - R1 & 6 +75yds, R3 +60yds and R5 +90yds) WEATHER: Cloudy NON RUNNERS: 2:15 Djin Conti (1) 4:30 Stonemadforspeed (6)
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 4, 2018 7:37:46 GMT
BANKER
Tahreek (5.55 Leicester)
This mile handicap looks to be dominated by the trio of three-year-olds at the bottom of the handicap, with Sir Michael Stoute's Tahreek holding the strongest claims. The Hamdan Al Maktoum colt has looked much better since tackling handicap company and he was really quite impressive when scoring over 1m2f at Newbury three starts ago. He raced keenly on his penultimate run, giving himself little chance to stay the trip but disappointed last time out at Salisbury when sent off a short-priced favourite. I'm happy he's been kept to a mile but hopefully they go a quicker gallop today as that would see him in the best light.
4/1 Tahreek 5:55 Leicester
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 4, 2018 7:38:28 GMT
Richard Newland has a 27 per cent strike-rate at Stratford and that increases to 33 per cent when Sam Twiston-Davies is on board. They combine in the 2.15 with Henry Smith.
Amanda Perrett has a 33 per cent strike-rate over the past fortnight and a 14 per cent strike-rate with horses running for the first time since being gelded. She’s represented by Cogital in the 5.20 at Goodwood.
Hughie Morrison has a 23 per cent strike-rate at Leicester and a 14 per cent strike-rate with horses wearing first-time blinkers. He saddles Katabatika in the 7.25.
Simon Crisford has a 25 per cent strike-rate at Kempton that increases to 50 per cent when he combines with Silvestre de Sousa. They team up in the 7.45 with course-and-distance winner Percy’s Word.
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 4, 2018 7:39:00 GMT
Newmarket: David Milnes
Calculation (3.05 Goodwood, nap)
Had no chance taking on the top-class Too Darn Hot on debut at Sandown last month but did well to finish third. Sir Michael Stoute’s colt has since worked well on the Limekilns.
Others to follow Goodwood: 2.00 Against The Odds, 2.35 Sh Boom, 3.40 Happy Odyssey, 4.45 Curious Fox. Kempton: 6.15 Crash Helmet, 6.45 Noble Star, 7.15 Equidae, 7.45 Percy’s Word, 8.15 Fivetwoeight. Leicester: 4.55 Herringswell, 5.25 Blame Roberta, 5.55 Tahreek, 6.25 Take A Turn, 6.55 Bella Ferrari, 7.25 Potters Lady Jane.
North: Colin Russell
Soldier In Action (4.10 Goodwood, nap)
Yet to win this year, but decent run at York last time. Goes well at the course, will be suited by the easier ground and is fancied to take advantage of his good mark.
Others to follow Goodwood: 3.05 Sir Ron Priestley, 3.40 Princess Power. Kempton: 6.15 Alba Del Sole, 6.45 Saryshagann, 8.15 Giant's Treasure. Leicester: 4.55 Twilight, 5.25 Harperelle, 5.55 Two For Two, 6.25 Ski Blast, 6.55 Cale Lane, 7.25 Bogardus. Stratford: 3.20 Beach Break, 3.55 Indian Temple, 4.30 Danceintothelight.
Lambourn: James Burn
Stanley (4.10 Goodwood, nap)
Consistent five-year-old is unexposed at this trip and his cause might be helped by a little give in the ground.
Others to follow Goodwood: 2.35 Bella Vita, 3.05 Tzar Nicholas, 3.40 Lively Lydia, 5.20 Autumn War. Kempton: 5.45 Devils Roc, 6.15 Maid Of Spirit, 7.15 Warmhearted, 7.45 Sky Eagle. Leicester: 4.55 Invincible Peace, 5.55 Makambe, 6.55 Dreamboat Annie. Stratford: 2.15 Djin Conti, 5.05 Versifier.
West Country: Tim Mitchell
Sweet Pursuit (4.45 Goodwood, nap)
Unlucky not to have completed the four-timer at Ffos Las last time but remains in the form of her life and she is fancied to regain the winning thread.
Others to follow Goodwood: 4.10 Imphal. Kempton: 8.45 Howardian Hills. Leicester: 5.55 Biotic. Stratford: 2.50 Courtlands Prince, 3.20 Collodi, 3.55 Coeur Tantre.
Racing Post Ratings: Simon Turner
Psychotic (7.25 Leicester)
Has run with credit twice this season under similar conditions and makes plenty of appeal now taking a significant drop in class.
Topspeed: Dave Edwards
Peggie Sue (6.55 Leicester)
Has been in sparkling form recently and, despite carrying a penalty, Adam West's rapidly improving filly can complete a hat-trick.
Longshot: Sam King
Zayriyan (5.35 Naas)
Dermot Weld's lightly raced maiden should appreciate the return to turf and can go well in a first-time visor on his return from a four-month break.
Ireland: Tony O'Hehir
Global Pass (5.35 Naas)
Following good placed efforts over a mile at Leopardstown and Killarney, the Richard O'Brien-trained gelding can get off the mark under Billy Lee.
The Raceform Interactive nugget
Coeur Tantre has form figures of 211122 in field sizes of six or seven. He runs in the 3.55 at Stratford, in which seven have been declared.
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 4, 2018 7:39:36 GMT
2/1 Princess Power 3:40 Goodwood Remains nicely treated on a mark of 74 despite winning three of her last four starts, and this rates a great opportunity.
Nigel Tinkler’s filly will relish the return to 6f and easy ground, and can make the long journey from Yorkshire pay.
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 4, 2018 7:41:02 GMT
GOODWOOD
Robin Goodfellow
2.00 Zoffany Bay
2.35 Mot Juste
3.05 Allmankind
3.40 Princess Power
4.10 Austrian School
4.45 Sweet Pursuit
5.20 Cogital
Gimcrack
2.00 Zoffany Bay
2.35 Bella Vita
3.05 Line Of Duty
3.40 Princess Power (nb)
4.10 Soldier In Action (nap)
4.45 Incentive
5.20 Autumn War
STRATFORD
Robin Goodfellow
2.15 Djin Conti
2.50 Torhousemuir
3.20 Lovato
3.55 Wells De Lune
4.30 Tynecastle Park
5.05 Scotsbrook Night (nb)
Gimcrack
2.15 Henry Smith
2.50 Smoking Dixie
3.20 Beach Break
3.55 Dream Bolt
4.30 Danceintothelight
5.05 Versifier
LEICESTER
Robin Goodfellow
4.55 Tember
5.25 Harperelle
5.55 Makambe
6.25 Luna Magic
6.55 Peggie Sue
7.25 Psychotic
Gimcrack
4.55 Herringswell
5.25 Harperelle
5.55 Tahreek
6.25 Ski Blast
6.55 Bella Ferrari
7.25 Sexy Secret
KEMPTON
Robin Goodfellow
5.45 Gregorian Girl
6.15 Maid Of Spirit
6.45 Happy Escape
7.15 Golden Iris
7.45 Sky Eagle (nap)
8.15 Robero
8.45 Boscastle
Gimcrack
5.45 Thegreyvtrain
6.15 Crash Helmet
6.45 Saryshagann
7.15 Goodwood Showman
7.45 Velvet Revolution
8.15 Robero
8.45 Allofmelovesallofu
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 4, 2018 7:41:25 GMT
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 4, 2018 18:02:25 GMT
Goodwood, 04 Sep 18 Race 1 - 2:00pm THE ROA/RACING POST OWNERS JACKPOT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for MAZALTO (IRE) to go early to post.
The Starter reported that MAZALTO (IRE) was unruly in the stalls and withdrawn. Pat Phelan was informed that the filly could not run until the day after passing a stalls test.
Rob J. Fitzpatrick, the rider of LYRICA’S LION (IRE), placed second, was suspended for 2 days for using his whip above the permitted level from approximately 2 furlongs out.
Shortly after the start, there was interference between AGAINST THE ODDS, placed fourth, ZOFFANY BAY (IRE), placed sixth and I’M RUNNING LATE, placed eighth, but after viewing a recording of the incident it was not possible to apportion blame.
Approximately 2 furlongs out, I’M RUNNING LATE, placed eighth, shifted left away from the whip causing interference to AGAINST THE ODDS, placed fourth, who in turn caused interference to TILSWORTH LUKEY, placed third, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Following the race, Finley Marsh reported that LASSANA ANGEL, placed seventh, got upset in the preliminaries and ran flat and the Veterinary Officer reported that TILSWORTH LUKEY, placed third, was sore behind.
Race 2 - 2:35pm THE NETBET BEST ODDS GUARANTEED/EBF FILLIES' NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (PLUS 10 RACE) PEMPIE (IRE) got loose in the Pre-Parade Ring and cantered loose up the horse walk for a short time before being caught. After being examined by a Veterinary Surgeon, the filly was deemed fit to race.
An enquiry was held to consider the placings in this race after interference from 1/2 furlong out when the winner, GLANCE, ridden by Harry Bentley, interfered with SUNDAY STAR, placed second, ridden by Gerald Mosse. The Stewards considered that the interference had not improved GLANCE’s placing as despite SUNDAY STAR being intimidated off its intended line, there was never any contact between the runners, and SUNDAY STAR appeared to lose only minimal ground and momentum, before being beaten by a head. The interference was found to be accidental as GLANCE hung left-handed despite being quickly corrected.
1 ½ furlongs out CONFILS (FR), unplaced, shifted right before being quickly corrected causing the rider of CAMELOT RAKTI (IRE), unplaced, to take a check, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Following the race, David Egan reported that WISH, unplaced, was slowly away.
Race 3 - 3:05pm THE BRITISH EBF PETER WILLETT MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 2) (PLUS 10 RACE) (Sire and Dam-Restricted Race) Permission was given for ALLMANKIND to wear a hood in the Parade Ring.
The performance of CALCULATION which finished unplaced, was considered. The representative of Sir Michael Stoute could offer no explanation for the colt’s performance. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of CALCULATION failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Following the race, Edward Greatrex reported that TZAR NICHOLAS, unplaced, stopped quickly.
Race 4 - 3:40pm THE RACEGOERS CLUB 50TH ANNIVERSARY FILLIES' NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Following the race, Edward Greatrex reported that LIVELY LYDIA, unplaced, was denied a clear run and Silvestre de Sousa reported that CARRIE'S VISION, placed fifth, hung right-handed.
Race 5 - 4:10pm THE ROYAL SUSSEX REGIMENT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Seamus Durack was fined £290 for failing to notify the Racing Calendar Office that CAYIRLI (FR) had undergone Wind Surgery.
Permission was given for BLUE RAMBLER to go early to post.
SOLDIER IN ACTION (FR), trained by Mark Johnston was late in the Parade Ring, due to having difficulties with adjusting the nose band and Silvestre de Sousa weighing out late.
Following the race, Hayley Turner reported that IMPHAL, unplaced, stopped quickly.
Race 6 - 4:45pm THE NETBET BETMAKER FILLIES' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Following the race, Finley Marsh reported that SWEET PURSUIT, placed second, was slowly away, Nicola Currie reported that CHICA DE LA NOCHE, placed fourth, jumped right leaving the stalls and Hollie Doyle reported that DANDILION (IRE), placed sixth, ran too free. View Stewards report Leicester, 04 Sep 18 Race 1 - 4:55pm THE ROTHWELL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for UNITED KINGDOM to go early to post.
Approximately 2 furlongs out, VODKA PIGEON, unplaced, lugged left away from UNITED KINGDOM, placed seventh, causing the rider of MADAME JO JO, unplaced, to take a check but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Following the race, Toby Eley reported that VODKA PIGEON was slowly away.
Race 3 - 5:55pm THE CADEBY HOMES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Following the race, Josephine Gordon reported that ALEJANDRO (IRE), unplaced, hung badly right in the final 3 furlongs, making the gelding almost unsteerable. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination revealed the gelding to be slightly lame on its right hind leg.
Race 4 - 6:25pm THE KIRBY MALLORY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for SKI BLAST and ILLUSTRISSIME (USA) to go early to post.
LUNA MAGIC, trained by Lydia Pearce, did not enter the parade ring before the signal to mount was given. Being satisfied that this was due to the late jockey change, and the distance of the stables from the racecourse, no further action was taken.
Race 6 - 7:25pm THE SHEARSBY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Michael Appleby was fined £290 for failing to notify the Racing Calendar Office until after declarations that HAROON (IRE) had undergone Wind Surgery.
Prior to this race, an enquiry was held with the representative of Hughie Morrison, the trainer of KATABATIKA, into the reasons why they were running the filly here at Leicester on going officially described as Good to Firm, Good in Places having been declared a non-runner at Lingfield on 4 August 2018 on going also officially described as Good to Firm, Good in places. The representative stated that they felt the Good to Firm going, combined with the undulations at Lingfield, would be beyond the filly’s capabilities, and with Leicester being a flatter track, were happy for KATABATIKA to take her chance. View Stewards report Kempton Park, 04 Sep 18 Nothing to report View Stewards report Stratford-on-avon, 04 Sep 18 Fixture Note After Race 2, the rails were taken down on the Chase bend at the entrance to the back straight and erected around the Hurdle bend with sand also applied to the bend due to a couple of horses slipping. Race 1 - 2:15pm THE ACORNS CHILDREN'S HOSPICE NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Permission was given for HENRY SMITH to go early to post.
An enquiry was held to consider whether Sam Twiston-Davies, the rider of the winner, HENRY SMITH, had not dismounted from the gelding on pulling up when it had appeared to have gone lame. The rider and the Veterinary Officer were interviewed and recordings of the incident were viewed. The Veterinary Officer stated that a post-race examination, during routine testing, revealed the gelding had finished slightly lame on its left fore. The rider stated that the gelding is habitually a poor mover and therefore seemed no worse on pulling up than on previous occasions. He therefore did not feel it necessary to dismount. The Stewards noted his explanation.
An enquiry was held following a report from the Veterinary Officer that an employee of James Eustace had acted in an abusive manner towards an Equine Welfare and Integrity Officer. The employee, James Eustace, the Veterinary Officer and the Equine Welfare and Integrity Officer were interviewed. Having heard their evidence, Eustace was fined £100 as employer of the individual.
Race 2 - 2:50pm THE EQUINE PRODUCTS NOVICES' HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Will Kennedy, the rider of PHOENIX ROCK (IRE), had fallen on the bend at the entrance to the back straight. After viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no other horse or rider was involved and caused by the gelding slipping when rounding the bend and unseating Kennedy.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that ARMEDANDBEAUTIFUL, which was pulled up, and THE KVILLEKEN, which was pulled up, both lost their left fore shoes.
Race 4 - 3:55pm THE STUART STANLEY SUPPORTING ACORNS CHILDREN'S HOSPICE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) An enquiry was held following a report from the Veterinary Officer that WELLS DE LUNE (FR), trained by Peter Bowen, had been found post-race to have Mojo patches attached to its bridle. The trainer and the Veterinary Officer were interviewed. Having heard their evidence, the matter was forwarded to the Head Office of the British Horseracing Authority for further consideration.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of WELLS DE LUNE (FR), which started favourite and was pulled up, during routine testing, revealed the gelding to have bled from the nose.
Race 6 - 5:05pm THE BET AT racinguk.com MARES' HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) The winner, KRISTAL HART, appeared to show improved form, compared with its previous run at Newton Abbot on 21 August 2018 where the mare finished fourth of nine, beaten by 21½ lengths. Neil Mulholland’s explanation that KRISTAL HART had benefitted from having the run of the race on this occasion, having been forced to run wide on its previous start, was noted. KRISTAL HART was routine tested.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that VISAGE BLANC, which was pulled up, finished lame on its left fore.
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 4, 2018 18:03:18 GMT
In December 2016 Alfredo swept through under jockey George Baker to win his fourth all-weather contest of the year and maintain his unbeaten record on the surface.
His style and class evoked memories of Litigant, another talented all-weather stayer trained by Seamus Durack, and it was expected Alfredo would follow a similar path to the Marathon Final on All-Weather Championships Finals Day. Unfortunately, injury intervened.
Alfredo has been off the course for 615 days but remains an intriguing individual if he is able to recapture his form of two years ago. He is lightly raced, so it cannot be out of the question.
22/1 Alfredo 7:45 Kempton (AW)
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 4, 2018 19:54:33 GMT
Altaira won a division of the Bath 4.00 last year and returns off a 3lb lower mark. He hasn’t run badly in a couple of starts this summer and his ability to handle this venue can prove crucial.
It’s no surprise that William Haggas does well at Lingfield, but his 42% (5-12) record with 3yo debutants is still eyecatching. Muneyra (4.45) is related to plenty of winners, three of which made the frame on debut.
Sam England does well with handicap debutants (29%) and Murchison River (Southwell 3.50) fits the bill. The four-year-old showed promise in maiden and novice hurdles over 2m and should appreciate an extra half mile.
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 4, 2018 19:55:09 GMT
5/2 Mr Mafia 2:20 Southwell In the form of his life over hurdles this summer, and now rated 116 in that sphere.
His chase mark is 10lb lower, and all the evidence from previous years suggests he is equally as good over fences. This looks another sensible piece of placing by Martin Keighley.
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 4, 2018 20:56:36 GMT
Wednesday: going, weather & non-runners Bath GOING: FIRM (GoingStick 9.1) (Watering from bowser) WEATHER: Mostly sunny STALLS: 1m, 1m2f & 1m3f - Inside; 5f & 5.5f - Centre; 1m5f - Outside NON RUNNERS: 3:00 Penniesfromheaven (5) Ffos Las GOING: GOOD (GoingStick 7.8) (Rail movements: Races 3, 4, 5, 6 & 7 +18yds) WEATHER: Mostly sunny STALLS: 5f & 6f - Stands' side; 7f & 1m - Centre; Remainder - Inside Gowran Park GOING: GOOD (Good to firm in places) (Watering) WEATHER: Showers Lingfield (AW) GOING: POLYTRACK: STANDARD WEATHER: Partly cloudy STALLS: 5f & 1m - Outside; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 3:40 Let It Go Papa (12) 4:10 Thunderhooves (9) Southwell GOING: GOOD (GoingStick 7.7) (Watering) WEATHER: Mostly cloudy Wolverhampton (AW) GOING: TAPETA: STANDARD WEATHER: Partly cloudy STALLS: 7f - Outside; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 5:50 Fast Endeavour (10)
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Post by dennisg on Sept 5, 2018 5:55:41 GMT
in today's sporting life................. Nick Robson heads to Ffos Las for his strongest fancy on Wednesday, with a French recruit taken to strike on debut for Richard Hannon. Nap: Flying Dragon (6.00 Ffos Las) 4 10 Flying Dragon58 29-5OR: - 15/8 T: R HannonJ: Tom Marquand Form: 2 Live betting powered by Next Best: Floria Tosca (3.30 Bath 2 1 Floria Tosca16 39-2OR: 74D 6/5 T: L M CumaniJ: R Winston Form: 843531Last Run Live betting powered by Flying Dragon is one of the most interesting runners of the day in the Weatherbys Racing Bank Maiden Stakes at Ffos Las. Now in the care of Richard Hannon, he actually started life in France where he had just one run for Matthieu Palussiere. That was a very promising effort, finishing second of 13 at Chantilly to a horse who has subsequently finished second at Listed level. Behind the War Command colt that day were runners from Andre Fabre and Jean-Claude Rouget et al so it looks a strong race for the grade. Bought for £175,000, it will be disappointing if he can not break his duck in this sort of company. On the same card War Drums can make it third time lucky in the Weatherbys Racing Bank Foreign Exchange Novice Stakes. Midfield on his sole outing for Luca Cumani last year, he has been moved to John Butler and he took a big step forward when second at this venue last month. The winner, Formula One, is held in very high regard by Hugo Palmer, and until he hit top gear late on War Drums looked like collecting the prize. He can be expected to have improved mentally and physically as that was his first run for well over a year and he could be a decent handicapper in time. The step up in trip should suit Eve Johnson Houghton's Canavese in the 188Bet Mobile Bet10 Get20 Fillies' Novice Auction Stakes at Lingfield. Fifth on nine on debut at Lingfield, the runner up that day was Archie Watson's Concello and it was to be she who would prove just too strong then next time Canavese went racing. That is not bad form though as Watson's filly has subsequently defied a penalty and the step up to a mile should bring about more improvement in Canavese give there is plenty of stamina in her family. Cumani's Floria Tosca is bred to be a good bit better than she has shown to date but could follow up a recent win in the University And Literary Club EBF Fillies' Handicap at Bath. By Sharmardal out of the top-class mare Islington, Floria Tosca took six races to get off the mark from a rating of 71, but now she has got the winning habit she may take off. Being from the famous Ballymacoll family she was always going to be a late maturer and may be one to keep on the right side of until beaten. Marco Botti's Emily's Sea went close on debut and can open her account in the HellermannTyton Insulation Maiden Auction Fillies' Stakes at Wolverhampton where Timespan can continue his progression for Roger Charlton in the HellermannTyton Identification Handicap. Sporting Life tips BATH: 2.00 Spiritual Man, 2.30 Red Alert, 3.00 Bungle Inthebistro, 3.30 Floria Tosca, 4.00 Upended, 4.35 Space Talk, 5.05 Glamorous Rocket. FFOS LAS: 4.30 Vino Rosso, 5.00 Cent Flying, 5.30 Jazzy Girl, 6.00 FLYING DRAGON (NAP), 6.30 War Drums, 7.00 With Pleasure, 7.35 Big Bad Lol. GOWRAN: 4.05 South Pacific, 4.40 National Glory, 5.10 Zalzar, 5.40 Alpine Pass, 6.10 Cavelli, 6.40 Rayda, 7.10 Aztec Eagle, 7.40 Davids Charm. LINGFIELD: 1.40 Glyder, 2.10 Canavese, 2.40 Havana Mariposa, 3.10 Glorious Army, 3.40 Whatwouldyouknow, 4.10 Moretti, 4.45 Panmolle, 5.15 Kodiac Pearl. SOUTHWELL: 2.20 Mr Mafia, 2.50 Beat That, 3.20 Play The Ace, 3.50 Free Bounty, 4.20 Exitas, 4.50 Angel Of Harlem, 5.20 Magic Dragon. WOLVERHAMPTON: 5.50 Cheerupmylove, 6.20 Sosume, 6.50 Emily's Sea, 7.25 Bubbly, 7.55 Timespan, 8.25 Let's Be Happy, 8.55 Petit Palais. DOUBLE: Flying Dragon and Floria Tosca.
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Post by dennisg on Sept 5, 2018 5:57:48 GMT
PJ McDonald faces a few weeks on the sidelines after being injured in a fall from Westward Ho in the parade ring before a one-mile handicap at Newcastle on Monday. The northern-based rider sustained fractures to a heel and an ankle which means he will miss the ride on Laurens should the Prix de Diane winner run in the Coolmore Fastnet Rock Matron Stakes at Leopardstown on Saturday week. The extent of the damage after McDonald was first taken to hospital for X-rays and then saw a specialist on Tuesday morning. "He's got a small fracture in one heel and on his other leg has a stress fracture on his ankle," said his agent Gareth Owen. "Both are stable fractures so I don't think they need surgery. It's just a case of rest. "We don't know exactly how long he'll be off for. He's going to go back in about two weeks and then we'll have a much better idea how much longer it will take to mend." The fall came the race after he had ridden his 100th winner of the year on Hard Taskmaster.
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Post by dennisg on Sept 5, 2018 5:59:30 GMT
Clive Cox believes he has left "no stone unturned" in his quest to get Harry Angel to show his best in the 32Red Sprint Cup at Haydock on Saturday. Winner of the race last year when he quelled all doubts about his ability to handle soft ground, the four-year-old returned to action this season with a smooth victory over Brando at York. Since then his campaign has stalled as he became very upset in the stalls at Royal Ascot and gave himself an injury, meaning that was was a write-off and he had to miss the July Cup. Harry Angel is to make a winning return to action this weekend. "We missed the July Cup, which was a huge disappointment, and the Sprint Cup was the next logical six-furlong target. I am just delighted he is back in good form and he has given me a really positive feel," said Cox. "Things have improved markedly since a couple of weeks after the July Cup and continued in a very positive direction. His work has been impeccable. "From his point of view, he is in a good place. Obviously, we have done a lot of confidence-building work to be sure with the stalls and I am as happy as I possibly can be. Any sprinter is basically a coiled spring but we are very happy with the progress he has made. "I would have preferred to have run in the July Cup but the upside is that he is going into Saturday as a fresh horse. I guess every cloud has a silver lining." Sporting Life ✔ @sportinglife 🗣️"He's given me a really positive feel, his work has been impeccable." 🏇 Trainer Clive Cox talks Harry Angel with our @halo_straight ahead of Saturday's Sprint Cup... 👇https://bit.ly/2NJ7e9q 11:32 AM - Sep 4, 2018 1 See Sporting Life's other Tweets Twitter Ads info and privacy He went on: "We have done our bit at home and are very happy that everything is in good order. We will dot the i's and cross the t's in every which way - hopefully, we have left no stone unturned. "I don't think there is any doubt that he is a top-class horse. We all know that and we want to see top-class horses doing the job. "Any success with Harry Angel means a huge amount and it has been a big team effort. Hopefully, we can show everybody what we have been doing with the horse and are looking forward to competing on Saturday."
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Post by dennisg on Sept 5, 2018 6:01:50 GMT
Charlie Hills will consider supplementing Phoenix Of Spain for the Goffs Vincent O'Brien National Stakes at the Curragh on September 16. After opening his account at the second attempt at Wolverhampton in July, the Lope De Vega colt took a step up to Group Three level in his stride when landing the Acomb Stakes at York last month. Phoenix Of Spain holds an entry in the Champagne Stakes at Doncaster on Saturday week, where he could clash with 2000 Guineas and Derby favourite Too Darn Hot. However, a trip to Ireland on the same weekend has emerged as a possible alternative. Hills said: "He's come out of York very well. He's put the weight back on, so he'll do a couple of pieces of work this week and then we'll decide where we're going next. "He's in the Champagne Stakes at Doncaster and there's a good chance he'll go there. The other option is to supplement him for the National Stakes. "We're very happy with him and I think he'll go for one or the other of those two races."
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 5, 2018 6:05:58 GMT
SOUTHWELL
Robin Goodfellow
2.20 Mr Mafia
2.50 Beat That
3.20 Play The Ace
3.50 Field Exhibition
4.20 The Jam Man
4.50 Angel of Harlem
5.20 Kildoon Lucille
Gimcrack
2.20 Mr Mafia
2.50 Beat That
3.20 Play The Ace
3.50 Free Bounty
4.20 Exitas
4.50 Angel of Harlem
5.20 Magic Dragon
BATH
Robin Goodfellow
2.00 Spiritual Man (nap)
2.30 Red Alert
3.00 Bungle Inthebistro
3.30 Floria Tosca
4.00 Greenview Paradise
4.35 So Hoity Toity
5.05 Glamorous Rocket
Gimcrack
2.00 Spiritual Man
2.30 Red Alert
3.00 Bungle Inthebistro
3.30 Floria Tosca (nb)
4.00 Upended
4.35 Space Talk
5.05 Glamorous Rocket
LINGFIELD
Robin Goodfellow
1.40 Glyder
2.10 Canavese
2.40 Treasure Me
3.10 Tiffin Top
3.40 Whatwouldyouknow
4.10 Pact Of Steel
4.45 Panmolle
5.15 Mistry
Gimcrack
1.40 Glyder
2.10 Canavese
2.40 Havana Mariposa
3.10 Glorious Army
3.40 Whatwouldyouknow
4.10 Moretti
4.45 Panmolle
5.15 Kodiac Pearl
WOLVERHAMPTON
Robin Goodfellow
5.50 Muthhila (nb)
6.20 Extreme Force
6.50 Emily’s Sea
7.25 Dixieland Diva
7.55 Timespan
8.25 Let’s Be Happy
8.55 Silver Crescent
Gimcrack
5.50 Cheerupmylove
6.20 Sosume
6.50 Emily’s Sea
7.25 Bubbly
7.55 Timespan
8.25 Let’s Be Happy
8.55 Petit Palais
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 5, 2018 6:06:25 GMT
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 5, 2018 18:04:30 GMT
Ali Stronge’s Let’s Be Happy aims to maintain her unbeaten record at the track in the 1m4f claimer.
The daughter of Mastercraftsman has scored on all three starts at Wolverhampton, including recent back-to-back victories.
The form of those wins has worked out well and she is the one to beat at the weights when taking into account the 7lb claim of Thomas Greatrex.
8/11 Let's Be Happy 8:25 Wolverhampton (AW)
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 5, 2018 18:06:33 GMT
Bath, 05 Sep 18 Fixture Note Ronald Harris, was fined £290 as CLEVEDON (IRE) failed a stalls test within 15 to 28 days of the Starter’s report from Lingfield on 11 August 2018, which was the gelding’s second report within 12 months. Race 1 - 2:00pm THE 188BET MOBILE BET10 GET20 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (Bath Summer Stayers Series Qualifier) Permission was given for STREET JESTER to go early to post.
Having reviewed the start the Stewards were satisfied that THREEDIAMONDRINGS had refused to race and was deemed to be a runner.
The winner, STREET JESTER, appeared to show improved form, compared with its previous run at Lingfield on 11 July 2018 where the gelding finished eighth of nine, beaten by 23 lengths. It was noted that Robert Stephens’ representative could offer no explanation for the filly’s improved form. STREET JESTER was routine tested.
Following the race, Robert Winston reported that SPIRITUAL MAN (IRE), placed fifth, ran too free and Jonjo O'Neill's representative reported that the gelding was unsuited by the going, which was officially described as Firm on this occasion, and would prefer a slower surface. Rossa Ryan reported that RACING KNIGHT (IRE), placed sixth, hung right-handed throughout. Susan Gardner reported that NORDENFELT (IRE), placed fifth, was unsuited by the going, which was officially described as Firm on this occasion, and would prefer a slower surface.
Race 2 - 2:30pm THE 188BET CASINO APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (Racing Excellence Training Series)(Bath Summer Sprint Qualifier) An enquiry was held to consider interference approximately 1 ½ furlongs out when the winner, RED ALERT, ridden by Poppy Bridgwater, interfered with JAGANORY (IRE), placed sixth, ridden by Faye McManoman, who in turn interfered with DREAMBOAT ANNIE, placed third, ridden by Toby Eley. Bridgwater was suspended for 2 days for careless riding as she allowed her mount to drift left-handed without sufficient correction causing a bump to JAGANORY (IRE), carrying the gelding off its intended line onto DREAMBOAT ANNIE who was also taken off its intended line.
On the run to the line PERFECT SYMPHONY, placed second, shifted right causing interference to TAWAAFOQ, placed fifth, as DREAMBOAT ANNIE, placed third, shifted left resulting in the rider of BABYFACT, placed seventh, to take a slight 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 any horse.
Following the race, Toby Eley reported that DREAMBOAT ANNIE, placed third, suffered interference approximately 1 ½ furlongs out and Faye McManoman reported that JAGANORY (IRE), placed sixth, suffered interference approximately 1 ½ furlongs out.
Race 3 - 3:00pm THE myracing.com FREE TIPS EVERY DAY EBF NOVICE MEDIAN AUCTION STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for BUNGLE INTHEBISTRO to go early to post.
Following the race, William Cox reported that WHELANS WAY (IRE), placed second, was slowly away.
Race 4 - 3:30pm THE myracing.com EBF FILLIES' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) An enquiry was held to consider interference approaching 2 furlongs out when the winner, FLORIA TOSCA (IRE), ridden by Robert Winston, interfered with MORNING BEAUTY, placed second, ridden by Josephine Gordon, who in turn interfered with MISS M (IRE), placed third, ridden by Nicola Currie. The interference was found to be accidental as FLORIA TOSCA (IRE) intimidated MORNING BEAUTY, causing the filly to marginally shift left which resulted in Currie taking a check.
Race 5 - 4:00pm THE myracing.com FOR FREE BETS AND TIPS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Approaching 2 furlongs out a weakening TALLY’S SON, unplaced, shifted right into EDGE (IRE), placed third, causing the gelding to make contact with GREENVIEW PARADISE (IRE), placed fifth, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Following the race, Rob Hornby reported that TALLY’S SON, unplaced, lost its action behind and the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding, failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 6 - 4:35pm THE BATH LUXURY TOILET HIRE FILLIES' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for SUDONA to wear a hood in the Parade Ring.
An enquiry was held to consider interference on the run to the line when SPACE TALK, placed second, ridden by Nicola Currie, interfered with KEEPER’S CHOICE (IRE), placed third, ridden by Harry Burns. Being a 7lb claimer, Burns was offered accompaniment in the enquiry but declined. Currie was cautioned for careless riding as she allowed her mount to drift left-handed without sufficient correction, carrying KEEPER’S CHOICE (IRE) marginally off its intended line.
Race 7 - 5:05pm THE FOLLOW @myracingtips ON TWITTER HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that GRANDFATHER TOM, placed sixth, lost its right hind shoe. View Stewards report Southwell, 05 Sep 18 Fixture Note The open ditch in the back straight was omitted for Race 2, due to damage sustained in race 1. Race 1 - 2:20pm THE JIGSAW SPORTS BRANDING HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) The winner, DOTTIES DILEMA (IRE), was dismounted shortly after crossing the line. Sean Bowen reported he felt the gelding had gone lame on pulling up. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of DOTTIES DILEMA (IRE) during routine testing, revealed the gelding to be lame on its right fore leg, and that it had also lost its right hind shoe.
The performance of NOT FOR YOU (IRE) which was pulled up with a circuit to run, was considered. Kevin Brouder reported that NOT FOR YOU (IRE) was never travelling and Charles Byrnes could offer no additional explanation for the gelding’s performance. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination during routine testing, revealed NOT FOR YOU (IRE) had blood in one nostril.
Race 3 - 3:20pm THE mintbet.com HOME OF REFRESHING ODDS NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (ARC Summer Novices' Brush Hurdle Series Qualifier) Olly Murphy was fined £290 for failing to notify the Racing Calendar Office until after declarations that MOTUEKA (IRE) had undergone Wind Surgery.
Following the race, it was noted that Fergus Gregory dropped his whip entering the home straight on MOTUEKA (IRE), placed second.
Race 4 - 3:50pm THE JIGSAW SPORTS BRANDING HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Permission was given for DISCAY to go early to post.
NICELY INDEED (IRE), trained by Philip Kirby, did not enter the parade ring before the signal to mount was given. Being satisfied that this was due to the gelding’s unruly behaviour, and noting that the trainer had requested permission to go early to post, they took no further action.
Following the race, Jack Quinlan reported that FIGEAC (FR), unplaced, felt short in its action as he pulled up after the line and so he immediately dismounted. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination revealed the gelding to be lame on its left fore. The Veterinary Officer further reported that MURCHISON RIVER, unplaced, had lost its left fore shoe.
Race 5 - 4:20pm THE PORTO RACING SADDLERY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Permission was given for EXITAS (IRE) to be mounted in the pre parade ring, and go early to post.
Race 6 - 4:50pm THE mintbet.com FOLLOW US ON TWITTER NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (ARC Summer Novices' Brush Hurdle Series Qualifier) Following the race, Nick Scholfield reported that DOLLNAMIX (FR), placed fourth, hung and jumped right-handed and the representative of Emma Lavelle reported that the gelding had a breathing problem. DOLLNAMIX (FR) was routine tested. View Stewards report Wolverhampton, 05 Sep 18 Race 1 - 5:50pm THE sportnation.bet REWARDS PROGRAM FILLIES' NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Following the race Duran Fentiman reported that LADY ROUDA (IRE), placed seventh, hung right.
The performance of HATHA which started favourite and finished unplaced, was considered. The representative of Marco Botti could offer no explanation for the filly’s performance. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the filly during routine testing failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 2 - 6:20pm THE HELLERMANNTYTON FIXINGS MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for RARE EMERALD to go to post early. View Stewards report Lingfield Park, 05 Sep 18 Race 1 - 1:40pm THE BEST ODDS GUARANTEED AT 188BET HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 7) GO SANDY, unplaced, lost a cheek piece approximately 4 furlongs out. The cheek piece was inspected and as it was found to be in a serviceable condition, no further action was taken.
Following the race, Royston Ffrench reported that GLYDER, placed fourth, hung right-handed.
Race 2 - 2:10pm THE 188BET MOBILE BET10 GET20 FILLIES' NOVICE AUCTION STAKES (CLASS 6) Following the race, George Wood reported that INDIAN SEA (FR), unplaced, ran too free and hung right-handed.
Race 3 - 2:40pm THE 188BET EXTRA PLACE RACES FILLIES' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) CHICA DE LA NOCHE, trained by Simon Dow, finished fourth at Goodwood the previous day. The Veterinary Officer reported that a pre-race examination of the filly deemed her fit to race.
Race 4 - 3:10pm THE BARRIER TRIALS AT LINGFIELD PARK 11TH SEPTEMBER HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) An enquiry was held to consider the placings in this race after interference inside the final furlong when the winner, GLORIOUS ARMY, ridden by Liam Keniry, interfered with EL GHAZWANI (IRE), placed second, ridden by Jim Crowley. The Stewards considered that the interference had improved GLORIOUS ARMY’s placing as the gelding had hung right-handed taking EL GHAZWANI (IRE) notably off its intended line for a sustained period, resulting in a loss of momentum, before the colt rallied to be beaten by a diminishing short-head. The placings were revised as follows: First EL GHAZWANI (IRE); Second GLORIOUS ARMY; Third TIFFIN TOP; Fourth TRUE NORTH (IRE). Liam Keniry was suspended for 2 days for careless riding as he allowed his mount to continue to drift right-handed without timely correction.
Following the race, Jason Watson reported that DREAMING OF PARIS, placed fifth, hung left-handed.
Race 5 - 3:40pm THE INJURED JOCKEYS FUND HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV I) Permission was given for WHATWOULDYOUKNOW (IRE) to go early to post.
PASSING CLOUDS kicked some railings in the Parade Ring. After being examined by the Veterinary Surgeon at the start the gelding was deemed fit to race.
Rounding the home bend the winner, HACKBRIDGE, hung left-handed giving PASTORAL DREAMS, placed fourth, a couple of slight bumps, 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 HACKBRIDGE.
The apparent improvement in form of the winner, HACKBRIDGE, which had never previously been placed, was considered. Pat Phelan was interviewed. His comments that the gelding may have strengthened up following a break of 170 days were noted and the gelding was routine tested.
Following the race, Jason Watson reported that DAME VERA, unplaced, hung left-handed and Cam Hardie reported that WHATWOULDYOUKNOW (IRE), which started favourite and finished unplaced, ran flat.
Race 6 - 4:10pm THE INJURED JOCKEYS FUND HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV II) Following the race, Jason Watson reported that TAKIAH, placed sixth, hung right-handed throughout, Joey Haynes reported that HIGHWAY BESS, placed eighth, was slowly away and Andrea Atzeni reported that MORETTI (IRE), placed fourth, ran too free.
Race 7 - 4:45pm THE RACING WELFARE NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for LILY OF YEAR (FR) to go early to post.
Following the race, Noel Garbutt reported that FOREIGN LEGION (IRE), unplaced, ran green and Edward Greatrex reported that CLASSY CAILIN, unplaced, had boiled over in the preliminaries.
Race 8 - 5:15pm THE 188BET LIVE CASINO HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 7) Permission was given for SPECIAL CODE (IRE) and KODIAC PEARL (IRE) to go early to post and NIKITA (IRE) to go early to post and be led.
Jason Watson reported that his saddle slipped shortly after the start on NIKITA, unplaced, and Charles Bishop reported that PRINCE ROCK (IRE), unplaced, had ran too freely and been denied a clear run inside the final furlong. View Stewards report Ffos Las, 05 Sep 18 Race 1 - 4:30pm THE MINTBET THE HOME OF REFRESHING ODDS NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for VINO ROSSO (IRE) to go early to post and be mounted in the chute.
Leaving the stalls, LONDON ROCK (IRE), placed second, ducked sharply left-handed, causing interference to VINO ROSSO (IRE), placed third, which in turn interfered with MAYFAIR MADAME, placed seventh, which in turn interfered with SIONA'S BOY (IRE), placed fourth, 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 LONDON ROCK (IRE).
Following the race, Gina Mangan reported that SIONA'S BOY (IRE), placed fourth, ran green in the visor and David Egan reported that MAYFAIR MADAME, placed seventh, hung left-handed under pressure.
Race 2 - 5:00pm THE PETER SUTTON ON COURSE BOOKMAKER HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for CENT FLYING to go early to post.
Race 3 - 5:30pm THE MINTBET FREEBET 2ND TO SP FAV HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for INDIANA DAWN to go early to post.
INDIANA DAWN reared over on the horsewalk, landing on its side and unseating the rider. Having been examined by the doctor and Veterinary Surgeon immediately after the incident and again on arrival at the start, both the rider and mare were deemed fit to race.
An enquiry was held into the unruly behaviour of INDIANA DAWN, trained by Robert Stephens, which reared up in the Parade Ring and then reared over on the woodchip horsewalk, unseating the rider. Stephens was informed that any future similar behaviour from the mare may result in the horse being reported to the Head Office of the British Horseracing Authority.
Following the race, Charlie Bennett reported that STYLISH GRACE (FR), unplaced, hung left-handed. The Veterinary Officer reported that FALSE ID, placed seventh, lost its left hind shoe.
Race 4 - 6:00pm THE WEATHERBYS RACING BANK MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for NATTY NIGHT to go early to post.
Approximately ½ a furlong out, HOUSE OF KINGS (IRE), placed second, shifted left-handed, making slight contact with FLYING DRAGON (FR), placed third, 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 HOUSE OF KINGS (IRE).
Following the race, Luke Morris reported that HOUSE OF KINGS (IRE), placed second, hung left-handed under pressure and Tom Marquand reported that FLYING DRAGON (FR), placed third, suffered interference just inside the 3 furlong marker. Finley Marsh reported that BLUE BATTALION, unplaced, may have lost its action in the early stages but the colt recovered its action a short time afterwards. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of BLUE BATTALION failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 5 - 6:30pm THE WEATHERBYS RACING BANK FOREIGN EXCHANGE NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for OUTBOX to wear a hood in the Parade Ring only.
NEEDS TO BE SEEN (FR), trained by John Ryan, was late in the Parade Ring due to the trainer having difficulty fitting the declared cheekpieces.
Race 7 - 7:35pm THE MINTBET BET 10 GET 10 WELCOME BONUS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for CAPTAIN SEDGWICK (IRE) to go early to post.
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 5, 2018 19:35:40 GMT
Newmarket: David Milnes
Collide (6.30 Carlisle, nap)
The Frankel colt won impressively on his last foray north when he scored by nine lengths at Hamilton. Hugo Palmer's three-year-old was not stopping and has since moved well on Warren Hill.
Others to follow Haydock: 2.10 Magical Sight, 2.40 San Donato, 3.10 Waldstern, 3.40 Fondest, 4.10 Speculative Bid, 4.40 Huge Future. Salisbury: 2.20 Davydenko, 2.50 Global Hero, 3.20 Bobby Ewing, 3.50 Starry Eyes, 4.20 Roxy Art, 4.50 Clear Water. Chelmsford: 5.40 With Envy, 6.10 Storm Shelter, 6.45 Comporta, 7.15 Qawamees, 7.45 Enbihaar, 8.15 Volcanic Sky, 8.45 Flying Foxy. Carlisle: 7.30 Reassurance
North: Colin Russell
Ventura Secret (7.00 Carlisle, nap)
Yet to win for current yard but ran well when third over an inadequate 6f on his latest start. That form is rock-solid and, up in trip at a course where he has a fine record, he is fancied to get off the mark for the year.
Others to follow Carlisle: 4.25 Warrior's Spirit, 4.55 Tobeeornotobee, 5.30 Northern Lyte, 6.00 Scenery, 6.30 Thiobraid Arann, 7.30 Maghfoor. Chelmsford: 5.40 Sparklealot, 6.10 Singe Du Nord, 6.45 Mr Potter, 7.15 Tight Lines, 8.45 Lady Willpower. Haydock: 2.10 Crimson Skies, 2.40 Hello Youmzain, 3.10 West End Charmer, 3.40 Woody Bay, 4.10 So Beloved, 4.40 Star Of The East, 5.10 Thorntoun Care. Salisbury: 2.20 Bo Samraan, 2.50 Mister Chiang. Sedgefield: 2.00 Handy Hollow, 3.00 Old Salt, 3.30 Mixboy, 4.00 My Renaissance, 4.30 Tickenwolf, 5.00 Placedela Concorde.
Lambourn: James Burn
Come On Leicester (4.20 Salisbury, nap)
Useful filly has some smart form and can give trainer Richard Hannon – who appears to mean business by booking Ryan Moore to ride – consecutive wins in this.
Others to follow Chelmsford: 5.40 More Than Likely, 6.45 Udogo, 7.15 Fresh Terms. Haydock: 2.40 Punjab Mail, 4.10 Ultimate Avenue, 4.40 Magellan. Salisbury: 1.50 Fortune And Glory, 2.20 Cap Francais, 3.50 Gatria, 4.50 Poet's Vanity, 5.20 Past Master.
West Country: Andrew King
Sweet Pursuit (4.50 Salisbury, nap)
Has been in cracking form over the summer and she remains in great heart so another good run is expected.
Others to follow Salisbury: 5.20 Zillion Sedgefield: 2.30 Green Or Black
Racing Post Ratings: Paul Curtis
Sinfonietta (3.40 Haydock)
Goes well fresh and looks worth chancing on this drop in grade at a track that should suit his prominent run style.
Topspeed: Dave Edwards
Sonnet Rose (8.45 Chelmsford)
Has never run over this 6f trip but was a convincing winner over a furlong further here on Saturday and can again make her presence felt.
Longshot: Olly Eden
First Thought (6.10 Chelmsford)
Possibly vulnerable to lightly raced improvers, but encouraging that best race to date was at this track. Dropping in class, it will be disappointing if this expensive purchase from a powerful yard is not competitive having eased 5lb since starting out in handicaps.
Ireland: Tony O'Hehir
My Good Brother (6.15 Laytown)
The Tom McCourt-trained nine-year-old, who is bidding for the eleventh win of his career, is a Polytrack specialist and has also shown good form on the beach where he was a course-and-distance winner two years ago. He also finished second at the meeting last year and performed well on his most recent start when runner-up at Dundalk last month.
The Raceform Interactive nugget
Laytown is very much a specialist track so previous course winners can hold an advantage. Togoville (5.45) has raced at Laytown only once before, in 2014, and he won.
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