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Post by Kimmy on Sept 11, 2018 7:08:12 GMT
Chafer grubs have struck again, with Epsom forced to cancel Thursday afternoon's meeting after an infestation affected areas of the racing surface.
Chafer grubs – which feed on the root system of grass – are prevalent at this time of year and have previously caused fixtures at Bath to be cancelled, while they have also disrupted racing programmes at other tracks, including Goodwood and Epsom.
Jockey Club Racecourses announced Epsom's cancellation on Monday evening, with Epsom clerk of the course Andrew Cooper saying: "We are very disappointed to lose the fixture.
"This is a problem that can arise overnight and was identified earlier today during a routine walk of the course ahead of racing on Thursday.
“We immediately contacted the BHA's senior inspector of courses Richard Linley, who inspected the course late afternoon. We agreed it was necessary on safety grounds to abandon this week’s racing."
Cooper added: “We will immediately commence remedial works on the affected areas and in due course review the raceability of this season’s one remaining fixture on September 30.”
All customers who have already purchased tickets will receive an automatic full refund to the card used for payment. Hospitality guests will be contacted by telephone.
Epsom members will be able to gain free entry to a Sandown fixture, either a week on Friday or a fortnight on Wednesday, on presentation of their membership badge or card in lieu of Thursday's lost fixture.
There are still three other meetings on Thursday afternoon, at Ffos Las, Doncaster and Listowel.
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 11, 2018 10:57:54 GMT
Salisbury has become the second course in two days to be forced to cancel its meeting due to an infestation of chafer grubs.
The decision to cancel Tuesday afternoon's meeting was made in the morning following an inspection, with Epsom's Thursday fixture having been cancelled on Monday night due to the same problem.
But while Epsom had chafer grub trouble in 2009 and 2010, Salisbury clerk of the course Jeremy Martin said it was the first such difficulties he has experienced in 18 years at the Wiltshire track.
"This morning we discovered areas of loose turf on the loop section of the course," he reported. "There was no previous indication of any kind of problem. We believe it to be chafer grubs, and it appears to have happened overnight.
"In my 18 years here this is a first. In the interests of safety we've had to call off the meeting. Safety comes first."
The straight course was thought to be unaffected by the infestation but Martin added that there was insufficient time to guarantee safety on all parts of the track.
The course is due to stage another twilight meeting on Friday.
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 11, 2018 16:31:14 GMT
Towcester racecourse's administrator KPMG revealed on Tuesday that 25 potential buyers had shown an interest in the track and it was hoped a sale could be concluded next month.
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 11, 2018 16:36:20 GMT
Catterick Bridge, 11 Sep 18 Race 1 - 2:00pm THE IRISH STALLION FARMS EBF NOVICE MEDIAN AUCTION STAKES (CLASS 5) Approaching the final furlong, NO BILLS, placed third, hung left intimidating DRAGONS WILL RISE (IRE), placed fourth, which shifted quickly left pushing SEPARABLE, unplaced, into the path of MOONLIGHT ESCAPADE, unplaced, 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 NO BILLS.
Race 2 - 2:30pm THE RACING UK CLUB DAY HERE TODAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for YOUR JUST DESSERTS to go early to post.
An enquiry was held to consider interference at the final ½ furlong marker when MABLE LEE (IRE), placed second, ridden by Jamie Gormley interfered with BONANZA BOWLS, placed fifth, ridden by Cam Hardie, which in turn interfered with YOUR JUST DESSERTS (IRE), unplaced, ridden by Joe Fanning. Gormley was suspended for 4 days for careless riding as he had switched right taking BONANZA BOWLS onto YOUR JUST DESSERTS, which caused Fanning to take a check.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that SIENNA SAYS, unplaced, lost its right hind shoe. The Veterinary Officer further reported that a post-race examination of the winner, BOUDICA BAY (IRE), found the filly to be stiff.
Race 3 - 3:00pm THE 2018 CATTERICK TWELVE FURLONG SERIES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV I) Following the race, Sam James reported that SIMMO’S PARTYTRICK (IRE), placed seventh, hung left in the straight and the Veterinary Officer reported that ALBERT BOY (IRE), placed second, lost its left fore shoe.
Race 4 - 3:35pm THE 2018 CATTERICK TWELVE FURLONG SERIES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV II) TRAUTMANN (IRE) wore earplugs throughout the race.
Following the race, Paul Hanagan reported that TRAUTMANN (IRE), which started favourite and finished unplaced, missed the break, hung left and was never travelling; the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities, and James Sullivan reported that KING’S COINAGE (IRE), unplaced, ran flat; the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding, during routine testing, failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 5 - 4:05pm THE GET SO MUCH MORE WITH RACING UK HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) The winner IRON SKY, appeared to show improved form, compared with its previous run at Catterick on 29 August 2018 where the gelding finished eighth of eleven, beaten by 10 ½ lengths. The explanation from Keith Dalgleish’s representative that the gelding was better suited by today’s easier, Good going, was noted. IRON SKY was routine tested.
Following the race, Daniel Tudhope reported that ZUMURUD (IRE), unplaced, was never travelling.
Race 6 - 4:40pm THE WATCH MORE WITH RACING UK EXTRA HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for MISS DD (IRE) to go early to post.
Following the race, Kevin Stott reported that LAUGHTON, placed eighth, missed the break and David Allan reported that REVENGE, unplaced, stumbled leaving the stalls.
Race 7 - 5:10pm THE RACING UK EXTRA ON racinguk.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for CAPTAIN LARS (SAF) and PERFECT WORDS (IRE) to go early to post.
Following the race, Joe Fanning reported that HIGHLY FOCUSSED (IRE), placed sixth, was denied a clear run in the final 2 furlongs. View Stewards report Leicester, 11 Sep 18 Race 1 - 2:10pm THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS APOLLO EBF FILLIES' NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (PLUS 10 RACE) An enquiry was held to consider why Richard Hannon was running CANTON QUEEN (IRE) here at Leicester on going described as Good to Firm, having declared the filly a non-runner at Beverley on 1 September 2018 on ground with the same official description. The representative of Richard Hannon stated that there had been no rain in the lead up to Beverley, and they therefore felt the ground could have been too firm for CANTON QUEEN. In their opinion, there will be more give in the ground today at Leicester following recent rainfall.
The Veterinary Officer reported that HEARTBREAK HOTEL (IRE) is grey and not bay as published in the race card.
Following the race, Tom Marquand reported that STAR OF WAR (USA), unplaced, hung left throughout and Silvestre De Sousa reported that JUST BE FRIENDLY, unplaced, lost its action inside the final furlong and the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the filly failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 2 - 2:40pm THE GATELEYS PLC HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) NAQAAWA (IRE) wore earplugs.
Approaching 1½ furlongs out, BLOORIEDOTCOM (IRE), placed second, hung right despite the rider’s best efforts, causing FALCON CLIFFS (IRE), placed fifth, to be briefly crowded for room, 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 BLOORIEDOTCOM (IRE).
Following the race, Silvestre De Sousa reported that VINCENT’S FOREVER, placed third, hung right under pressure.
Race 3 - 3:15pm THE LOWESBY SELLING STAKES (CLASS 6) On the run to the line, BE PROUD (IRE), placed third, lugged quickly left causing POPPING CORKS (IRE), placed fourth, to be hampered, 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 BE PROUD (IRE).
Following the race, Andrea Atzeni reported that DR SMOLDER (IRE), which was pulled up, moved poorly throughout and the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the colt failed to reveal any abnormalities. Silvestre De Sousa reported that GOOD TYNE GIRL (IRE), unplaced, moved poorly throughout and the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the filly during routine testing failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 4 - 3:45pm THE EBF STALLIONS PRESTWOLD CONDITIONS STAKES (CLASS 3) The performance of LINE OF REASON (IRE), which finished third of three, was considered. Paul Midgley explained that the gelding was unsuited by the slow pace of the race on this occasion.
Race 5 - 4:20pm THE HIGH LEICESTERSHIRE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Permission was given for POETS DREAM (IRE) to go early to post.
Following the race, William Buick reported that MOUNTAIN RESCUE (IRE), unplaced, lost its action and the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 7 - 5:25pm THE SWAN APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for DUTCH COED to go early to post. View Stewards report Worcester, 11 Sep 18 Race 1 - 2:20pm THE BIRMINGHAM DOGS HOME CHARITY NOVICES' HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Following the race Lorcan Williams reported that DAYLAMI KIRK (IRE), which was pulled up, ran too free. The Veterinary Officer reported that CHEER’S DELBOY (IRE), placed fifth, was lame left fore.
Race 2 - 2:50pm THE CHARLES STANLEY FINANCIAL PLANNING NOVICES' STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Following the race the Veterinary Officer reported that DEAR SIRE (FR), placed third, had a wound on its right hind.
Race 3 - 3:25pm THE CHARLES STANLEY DIRECT HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) An enquiry was held to consider why David Weston, was running SOLSTALLA here at Worcester on going described as Good, having declared the mare a non-runner at Worcester on 2 September 2018 on ground with the same official description. The trainer’s representative stated that in her opinion the going last time was quicker than described and the going is slower today due to recent rainfall.
The performance of WINNER MASSAGOT (FR) which started favourite and finished sixth, was considered. The explanation given by Dan Skelton’s representative that the race may have come too soon having raced 2 days ago was noted. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding during routine testing failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 4 - 3:55pm THE CHARLES STANLEY INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (ARC Summer Novices' Brush Hurdle Series Qualifier) Following the race James Best reported that WARRATEG, which was pulled up, was never travelling. The Veterinary Officer reported that CUL DE POULE, placed third, was lame left fore.
Race 6 - 4:55pm THE SANDS STILL BIRTH & NEONATAL CHARITY 'HANDS AND HEELS' HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (For Conditional Jockeys and Amateur Riders) (Racing Excellence Initiative) (DIV I) TELL THE TALE (IRE), trained by Neil Mulholland was late in the Parade Ring, due to having difficulties fitting the tonguestrap. View Stewards report Salisbury, 11 Sep 18 Fixture Note Abandoned - Unsafe Course Nothing to report
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 11, 2018 18:30:06 GMT
Wednesday: going, weather & non-runners Carlisle GOING: HEAVY WEATHER: Partly cloudy STALLS: Inside NON RUNNERS: 1:30 Donnelly's Rainbow (5) 2:35 Irv (4)Furyan (12) 3:45 Cuban Sun (2) 4:15 Polyphony (16) Doncaster GOING: GOOD TO SOFT (Good in places) (GoingStick: 6.9) (Rail movements: Races 5 & 6 +6yds) WEATHER: Partly cloudy STALLS: 5f, 6f & 7f - Stands' side; 1m - Centre; 1m 2f - Outside; 1m 4f - Inside NON RUNNERS: 3:00 Sunsprite (9) Kempton (AW) GOING: POLYTRACK: STANDARD TO SLOW WEATHER: Showers STALLS: Inside Listowel GOING: Flat course - HEAVY; NH course - YIELDING TO SOFT WEATHER: Scattered showers Uttoxeter GOING: GOOD (Good to firm in places) (GoingStick 8.1) WEATHER: Partly cloudy NON RUNNERS: 2:15 Exitas (2)
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 12, 2018 7:21:03 GMT
Kieran O’Neill and the Ian Williams-trained Pretty Jewel have a perfect 2-2 record when joining forces and they bid for the hat-trick in the 4.05 at Doncaster. The return to a flatter track should suit this mare after she disappointed at Epsom last time.
When brothers Dan and Harry Skelton combine at Uttoxeter it’s worth taking note, as they have a 41 per cent strike-rate at the venue. They saddle two horses today, with Boston Heather (2.15) the pick of those. This course-and-distance winner has run well on both starts since joining the stable and will appreciate the ground.
Hugo Palmer has a 50 per cent strike-rate at Carlisle and sends Startego (3.10) to the course. This son of New Approach will appreciate the switch to a turf surface and can leave his debut run well behind him.
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 12, 2018 7:22:02 GMT
Doncaster
Robin Goodfellow
1.50 Converter
2.25 Concello
3.00 Global Applause
3.35 Zeshov
4.05 Spirit Of Appin
4.40 Euginio
5.15 Sheepscar Lad (nap)
Gimcrack
1.50 Khaadem
2.25 Concello
3.00 Sunsprite
3.35 Central City
4.05 Spirit Of Appin
4.40 Euginio
5.15 Yorkshiredebut
Uttoxeter
Robin Goodfellow
2.15 Boston Heather
2.50 Val Mome
3.25 Drinks Interval
3.55 Carntop
4.30 Soupy Soups
5.05 Strong Team
Gimcrack
2.15 Jalingo
2.50 Val Mome
3.25 Sky Pirate
3.55 Just Milly
4.30 On Demand
5.05 Gold Class
Carlisle
Robin Goodfellow
1.30 Inner Circle
2.00 Im Dapper Too
2.35 Silver Dust
3.10 Fraser Island
3.45 Musical Sky
4.15 Redarna (nb)
4.50 Elusive Heights
5.25 Hernandes
Gimcrack
1.30 Thornaby Nash
2.00 Rampant Lion
2.35 Triple Distilled
3.10 Fraser Island
3.45 War Tigress
4.15 The Right Choice
4.50 Dream Today
5.25 Zig Zag
Kempton
Robin Goodfellow
5.45 Tigerwolf
6.15 Anandita
6.45 Coverham
7.15 Quicksand
7.45 Twister
8.15 Lexington Empire
8.45 Squire
Gimcrack
5.45 Spin Top
6.15 Smart Illusion
6.45 Crystal Casque
7.15 Salve Helena
7.45 Sassie
8.15 Moving Forward
8.45 Red Gunner
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 12, 2018 7:22:26 GMT
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Post by dennisg on Sept 12, 2018 8:09:43 GMT
in today's sporting life...................... With her original nap a non-runner, Spirit Of Appin is now Anita Chambers' best bet at Doncaster. She has a tip for every race in the UK and Ireland. Next best: 405 Doncaster 8 8 Spirit Of Appin19 38-11OR: 90 5/2 T: B J MeehanJ: Oisin Murphy Form: 2-211Last Run Live betting powered by Spirit Of Appin can bring up her hat-trick in the EBF Breeders' Series Fillies' Handicap. She clashed with a couple of decent fillies in her first two starts, but eventually got her head in front at Lingfield last month before showing plenty of spirit to win on her handicap debut. While she only won by half a length at Ffos Las, Spirit Of Appin looked as though she still had a bit in the tank and the handicapper might not have her measure just yet. Euginio can take full advantage of a dip in company in the William Hill Leading Racecourse Bookmaker Conditions Stakes. He put in some decent placed efforts in Listed races at the start of the season but has lost his way a bit of late, with this appearing an excellent opportunity to get back on the right track. Ted Durcan can emerge best of the gang of familiar riders in the Clipper Logistics Leger Legends Classified Stakes. He only retired in February of this year and in Ian Williams' Central City he must have an excellent chance of making a relatively swift return to the winner's enclosure. The Right Choice can be just that in the Andersons "Quality For Your Home" Handicap at Carlisle. Winner of a competitive little heat on his return in May, The Right Choice subsequently disappointed when down the field on his next start in June and it is perhaps telling that he has not run since. It was quick ground on that second occasion at Doncaster, but he has shown his best with cut in the ground, so Carlisle's likely easy going should be right up his street. Sassie is the pick in Kempton's 32Red Handicap after a perfectly satisfactory effort in third on her latest start. She found the odds-on favourite far too good that day, but she still has some decent bits of form in the book. Sporting Life tips: CARLISLE: 1.30 Thornaby Nash, 2.00 Rampant Lion, 2.35 Triple Distilled, 3.10 Fraser Island, 3.45 War Tigress, 4.15 The Right Choice, 4.50 Dream Today, 5.25 Zig Zag. DONCASTER: 1.50 Khaadem, 2.25 Concello, 3.00 SUNSPRITE (NAP), 3.35 Central City, 4.05 Spirit Of Appin, 4.40 Euginio, 5.15 Yorkshiredebut. KEMPTON: 5.45 Spin Top, 6.15 Smart Illusion, 6.45 Crystal Casque, 7.15 Salve Helena, 7.45 Sassie, 8.15 Moving Forward, 8.45 Red Gunner. LISTOWEL: 2.05 Japan, 2.40 Kareva, 3.15 Mayaadeen, 3.50 Vocal Music, 4.20 Shantou Village, 4.55 Easy Game, 5.30 Crimson Chief, 6.00 Doctor Duffy. UTTOXETER: 2.15 Jalingo, 2.50 Val Mome, 3.25 Sky Pirate, 3.55 Just Milly, 4.30 On Demand, 5.05 Gold Class. DOUBLE: Sunsprite and Spirit Of Appin.
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Post by dennisg on Sept 12, 2018 8:11:23 GMT
Ben Linfoot seeks out the best Value Bet on day one of the William Hill St Leger Festival at Doncaster and he's chancing one in the Scarborough Stakes at a massive price. Recommended Bets: Value Bet, Sept 12 For details of advised bookmakers and each-way terms, visit our transparent tipping record It’s a low-key start to the William Hill St Leger Festival at Doncaster on Wednesday but I do think there’s a bet at a huge price in the feature race, the Listed D C Training And Development Scarborough Stakes at 3.00. We’re approaching the time of year where you can get some real upsets in conditions races due to changeable weather and the freshness factor becomes more important as well with several horses coming to the end of arduous campaigns. Indeed, in this race last year Razzmatazz almost caused a big shock when beating all bar Encore D’Or at 33/1 and she hit the front with a furlong to go only to be reeled in during the last 100 yards on what was just the fourth run of her life. This year’s race looks a good one to have a swing at, as the standard is below that of previous renewals with the top-rated horse only on a mark of 106. There’s certainly nothing of the ilk of Sole Power running here who was rated 115 when he won the race in 2012. On top of this Global Applause strikes me as the kind of favourite we have to take on, as he was a very in-and-out individual for Ed Dunlop and I wouldn’t bet on him replicating the form of his recent Sandown win on his second start for Robert Cowell. El Astronaute ran below form on his only previous try in Listed company and might miss the hustle and bustle of a big-field handicap, while Final Venture has been beaten in his last five goes at this level including this race last year when sent off at 6/4. Nothing else in the race is rated above 100 and I’m not sure that WINGS OF THE ROCK (100/1 Sky Bet, William Hill, Coral, Bet Victor 1/5 1,2,3) has anywhere near as much to find as her official rating of 82 and, more importantly, her odds suggest. 8 8 Wings Of The Rock88 39-5OR: 82D 25/1 T: K R BurkeJ: C Lee Form: 98-2943Last Run Live betting powered by She’s been highly tried by both Scott Dixon and Karl Burke, so she must show plenty of ability at home, after running in the Queen Mary, Molecomb and Flying Childers as a juvenile before running in Listed company at Sandown last time. That was 88 days ago, so she’s got the freshest legs coming into this after just four runs this campaign, and she ran a belter at the Esher track, showing plenty of speed to take the field along before rallying well once headed to ensure third at 50/1. The daughter of Rock Of Gibraltar beat horses rated 100, 101 and 105 that day and the key to her looked to be letting her bowl along up front with the hood removed. She’s been blighted by not settling throughout her career, hence why she has one win from 11 with a hood applied for six of those starts. However, she looked much more straightforward when sent to the front last time and I’m not sure Sandown really suited her with its stiff finish given the early pace she showed that day, even if she did finish her race well. Doncaster could well be much more to her liking and with Burke’s horses in good form it’s worth chancing that both the handicapper and bookmakers have got this one wrong. WATCH: Dave Ord and Ben Linfoot discuss the St Leger Festival St Leger Festival Preview 2018 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: +342.09pts to advised stakes/prices (from inception of Value Bet column in January 2010 to current).
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Post by dennisg on Sept 12, 2018 8:12:58 GMT
Our star columnist with a horse-by-horse guide to his team for the first two days of the William Hill St Leger Festival - although Luke Harvey may not wish to read it. Best chances: 1425 Doncaster Wednesday 6 1 Axe Axelrod27 28-8OR: 78 13/2 T: R A FaheyJ: T Eaves Form: 221Last Run Live betting powered by 1605 Doncaster Thursday 1 12 Eastern Impactb22 710-7OR: 90D 7/1 T: R A FaheyJ: Megan Nicholls (5) Form: 024506Last Run Axe Axelrod is a horse we like an awful lot and on homework he’d have a very big chance in the Owlerton Greyhound Stadium Nursery at Doncaster. However he took three goes to win a maiden which was disappointing. We feel he’s potentially well handicapped on what we see at home but he needs to transfer that to the track. It’s a big day for him. We run two in the Clipper Logistics Leger Legends Classified Stakes. Sadly Ventura Gold is carrying a piece of lead in the saddle in the shape of Luke Harvey but thankfully at least the horse knows how to win. He arrives here in good form. Cadeau Magnifique is a law unto himself and finds it very difficult to get his head in front. Ian Mongan has a go here and if they go a good gallop it will suit him. Onto Thursday and we’re double-handed in the Weatherbys Racing Bank 300,000 2-Y-O Stakes. Get The Rhythm is a nice horse. We like him a lot. He won at Thirsk last time and while he has plenty to find on ratings, he isn’t without a chance. We’ve been waiting all year for some decent ground for Wasntexpectingthat, the softer the better for him. We really liked him early on but he got a bit jarred up at Beverley last time. He’s back moving well now after a break and we’re very happy with him but he too needs to step right up. We’re taking five pounds off Eastern Impact in the Silk Series Lady Riders' Handicap with Megan Nicholls’ claim. The blinkers certainly seemed to have a positive effect on him at York last time and he’d have a chance here if they do so again – for all he hasn’t won for a while. Society Red is a funny horse - he’ll bomb out then bounce back the next time. He needs to be near his best in the Mechanical Facilities Handicap but this track seems to suit him and he’s very well. The more rain the better for Picture No Sound in the closing DFS Handicap. He came back jarred up from Dubai but is moving well now. He’s entitled to come on for his recent run at Thirsk.
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Post by dennisg on Sept 12, 2018 8:15:10 GMT
I’m very, very sweet on Kew Gardens for Saturday’s William Hill St Leger at Doncaster – and not because I’ve been brainwashed by Jason Weaver. He’s the president of the colt's fan club and has been ever since he backed him to win the Investec Derby at the start of the season. He should finally be able to toast Classic success at the weekend. The moment I thought he’d win the Leger was when he put his field to the sword in the Queen’s Vase at Royal Ascot. Immediately afterwards Aidan O’Brien told Oli Bell that all roads led to Doncaster and the ITV podium was a hive of activity with various people looking to snap up the 10/1 that was on offer. Kew Gardens Wins The Queens Vase | Royal Ascot 2018 He went on to win what now looks a weak Group One in France so I was looking for him to lay down a significant Leger marker in the Sky Bet Great Voltigeur Stakes at York. And thankfully he did. During my six-month sabbatical between leaving Sky Sports and ITV Racing launching I immersed myself in the sport, trying to serve a quick apprenticeship. I was fortunate to spend an afternoon with Aidan O’Brien at the 2016 York Ebor Meeting and he ran Idaho in the Voltigeur. He was at pains beforehand to stress how this race was very much a stepping stone to Doncaster for the horse and it was obvious he would improve for the outing. The fact he won the Voltigeur – plus the five pounds or more improvement to come- made him a rattling bet for the Leger and I had my biggest wager for a very long time on him for the final Classic. It was a painful day at Doncaster when he unseated Seamie Heffernan just as he looked to be coming with a winning run. Kew Gardens can help erase at least some of that pain on Saturday. Johnny Murtagh was the first to point out in the paddock at York that he looked on the tubby side and would come on a bundle. The fact he ran so well in third behind Old Persian, making good headway from the rear of the field, was very encouraging. His stable were under something of a cloud at the time and they were delighted with the performance. On good or fast ground I think he’s a certaintity at Doncaster – but on anything softer then doubts would start to creep in. Jason Weaver and myself will be casting an anxious eye skywards over the next few days.
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 12, 2018 17:21:24 GMT
It’s that time of year when we are back down to one evening meeting with Kempton staging a seven-race card starting at 5.45. Here are three horses to note . . .
Coverham 6.45 Kempton
326411 – the form of James Eustace’s handicapper Coverham at Kempton.
The Blue Peter Racing 15-owned four-year-old is a model of consistency and rated 1lb above his last winning mark.
He looks to have solid claims with Luke Morris – successful when partnering Coverham previously at this track – on board.
3/1 Coverham 6:45 Kempton (AW) Wohileh 7.15 Kempton
Owen Burrows enjoyed a winner with his first runner in three weeks at Leicester on Tuesday after giving his horses a break in what has proved a frustrating season for the Lambourn trainer.
Naqaawa’s success suggested his string are back in good order and Wohileh makes plenty of appeal in the 1m4f fillies’ novice stakes.
The Cape Cross filly, owned by Ahmed Al Maktoum, has finished second on her two starts but was only denied by a neck at Windsor last time.
Hughie Morrison’s Quicksand, third behind Lah Ti Dar on her only start, is the main danger.
5/2 Wohileh 7:15 Kempton (AW) Grace’s Secret 8.45 Kempton
Ed Walker has enjoyed nine winners from 29 runners in the last fortnight and runs Grace’s Secret in the concluding mile handicap.
The three-year-old filly was never involved at Windsor last time but takes a drop into 0-65 company and switches to the all-weather.
Squire and Oskemen are at the head of the market, although the latter will have to overcome the widest draw in stall 14.
11/1 Grace's Secret 8:45 Kempton (AW)
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 13, 2018 6:40:13 GMT
Thursday: going, weather & non-runners Doncaster GOING: GOOD TO SOFT (GoingStick: 6.6) WEATHER: Partly cloudy STALLS: 1m 6f - Inside; 1m 2f - Outside; Straight course - Centre NON RUNNERS: 1:50 Porcelain Girl (5) Ffos Las GOING: GOOD (Good to soft in places; GoingStick 7.9) (Rail movements: 14:15, 14:50, 15:55, 16:30 & 17:35 +20y) WEATHER: Showers STALLS: 5f & 6f - Stands' side; 7f & 1m - Centre; 1m 4f - Inside NON RUNNERS: 2:50 Be Proud (3) 5:00 Stanhope (4) Hamilton GOING: GOOD TO SOFT (Soft in places; GoingStick 7.3) (Rail movements: 16:50, 17:20, 17:55 & 19:25 +5y) WEATHER: Partly cloudy STALLS: 1m 1f - Inside; 6f - Centre; Remainder - Stands' side Listowel GOING: Flat course - HEAVY; Jumps course - SOFT WEATHER: Showers
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 13, 2018 6:40:49 GMT
Newmarket: David Milnes
Pilaster (3.00 Doncaster, nap)
Fancied to take another step up the ladder after her game performance at Goodwood last time. Roger Varian's filly has since worked well on the Al Bahathri.
11/8 Pilaster 3:00 Doncaster Others to follow Doncaster 2.25 Dubai Beauty, 3.35 Louis Treize, 4.05 Rebel Surge, 4.40 Mountain Hunter, 5.10 Highlight Reel.
Ffos Las 2.15 The Eagle's Nest, 3.55 Fenjal. Hamilton 5.55 Take A Turn, 6.55 Beauty Filly, 7.25 Tolkyn.
North: Colin Russell
Dodgy Bob (3.45 Hamilton, nap)
Best run for a while when fourth at Carlisle last week. Out of the handicap then, so 5lb lower here. Goes well on the course and has his favoured ground and is fancied to get off the mark for the season.
5/1 Dodgy Bob 3:45 Hamilton Others to follow Doncaster 1.50 Dame Gladys, 2.25 Divinity, 3.35 Celebrity Dancer, 4.05 Buchaneers Vault, 4.40 Finniston Farm, 5.10 Whinmoor. Ffos Las 2.50 Smashing Lass, 4.30 Fire To The Reign. Hamilton 4.15 Friendly Advice, 4.50 Island Song, 5.20 Rosemay, 5.55 Alabanza, 6.25 Mark's Choice, 6.55 Nuns Walk, 7.25 Lady Annalee.
Lambourn: James Burn
Gallovie (1.50 Doncaster, nap)
Archie Watson's juveniles are going great guns and a big run is forecast from this improving filly, who has some solid form, while an opening mark of 87 appears fair.
11/2 Gallovie 1:50 Doncaster Others to follow Doncaster 2.25 Sand Share, 3.00 Horseplay, 3.35 Red Bravo, 4.40 Plutonian. Ffos Las 2.15 Choral Music, 3.25 Sylvia's Mother, 3.55 Derry Boy, 4.30 Chrisellaine, 5.00 Del Parco.
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 13, 2018 6:41:15 GMT
West Country: Tim Mitchell
Landue (5.35 Ffos Las, nap)
Progressing well since upped in distance this season and a convincing winner over course and distance last time. Remains well treated and, with more to come, is expected to take all the beating.
Evs Landue 5:35 Ffos Las Others to follow Ffos Las 5.00 Beyond Equal.
Racing Post Ratings: Paul Curtis
Eastern Impact (4.05 Doncaster)
Has slipped to a good mark even on this year's form and can take advantage of this drop in grade.
7/1 Eastern Impact 4:05 Doncaster Topspeed: Dave Edwards
Dubai Beauty (2.25 Doncaster)
Recorded a standout time when scoring smoothly on her Newmarket debut last month and can take this step up in class in her stride.
9/4 Dubai Beauty 2:25 Doncaster Longshot: Olly Eden
Dodgy Bob (3.45 Hamilton)
Dropped down the weights following below-par efforts during the summer but ran better last time out when soft conditions were in his favour. Course-and-distance winner is well handicapped and can run well at an each-way price with trip, track and ground all set to suit.
5/1 Dodgy Bob 3:45 Hamilton Ireland: Tony O’Hehir
Awayinthewest (3.50 Listowel)
Pat Fahy is enjoying a good Listowel festival and this mare, who has been running well over hurdles, can get off the mark on the Flat in the 1m6f handicap. She handles testing ground and gets the vote to score under Kevin Manning.
9/1 Awayinthewest 3:50 Listowel The Raceform Interactive nugget
Roger Varian is 12/40 (30% strike-rate) with 3yos in handicaps at Doncaster for a £1 level-stakes profit of £38.88. Mystic Flight has excellent claims of enhancing that good record in the 7f event at 5.10.
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 13, 2018 6:41:48 GMT
Jeremy Noseda has a 33 per cent strike-rate when he fits first-time blinkers, and a 23 per cent record with handicap debutants at Doncaster. The progressive Lady Cosette (1.50) fits both these bills.
When David Simcock and Andrea Atzeni link up at Doncaster they have a 50 per cent record. The pair team up with Another Eclipse (4.40), who has been running consistently well without getting his head in front.
Iain Jardine’s Yes You (6.55 Hamilton) recorded a career-best Topspeed figure when scoring five days ago and she can enhance the trainer’s 41 per cent record when turning out such runners within seven days. She looks to have her optimum conditions once more.
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 13, 2018 6:50:52 GMT
Doncaster, 12 Sep 18 Fixture Note After Race 5, the going was changed to Good to Soft (from Good to Soft, Soft in Places).
The Veterinary Officer reported that NO NEEDS NEVER, trained by Joseph O’Brien, which is declared to run in the 3:35pm at Doncaster tomorrow, 13 September 2018, appeared to show evidence of possible administration of a substance in the racecourse stables on the day prior to racing. O’Brien’s representative, the Stable Inspecting Officer, an Equine Welfare and Integrity Officer and the Veterinary Officer were interviewed. The trainer’s representative explained that Twydil Protect Plus, a supplement, had been administered on the ferry over from Ireland this morning and was therefore present in the horse’s feed container, which had then been brought into the racecourse stables. As Twydil Protect Plus may be taken into the racecourse stables with permission from the Veterinary Officer, but permission had not been obtained, O’Brien was fined £290. The Stewards allowed NO NEEDS NEVER to run and ordered the gelding to be routine tested post-race. Furthermore, a sample of the feed containing the substance was obtained to be sent off for testing. Race 1 - 1:50pm THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF CONDITIONS STAKES (CLASS 2) (PLUS 10 RACE) Permission was given for KHAADEM (IRE) to go early to post.
ALFIE SOLOMONS (IRE), trained by Richard Spencer, was late into the Parade Ring due to the colt being difficult to saddle.
Race 2 - 2:25pm THE OWLERTON GREYHOUND STADIUM NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Leaving the stalls, CHAINS OF LOVE (IRE), unplaced, jumped awkwardly and shifted right causing CONCELLO (IRE), placed third, to be badly hampered but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Leaving the stalls, HESSLEWOOD (IRE), unplaced, jumped left and tightened the winner, ARCTIC SOUND, onto GREENBACK BOOGIE (IRE), placed fourth, which was crowded for room but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
An enquiry was held to consider interference approximately 1½ furlongs out involving FANAAR (IRE), placed second, ridden by Jim Crowley; CHAINS OF LOVE (IRE), ridden by David Egan and GREENBACK BOOGIE (IRE), ridden by William Buick. Crowley was cautioned for careless riding as he had manoeuvred left-handed when insufficiently clear of a weakening CHAINS OF LOVE (IRE), causing Egan to take a slight check.
Following the race, Jim Crowley reported that FANAAR (IRE), placed second, was denied a clear run for some distance approaching 1½ furlongs out.
Race 3 - 3:00pm THE D C TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT SERVICES SCARBROUGH STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) Permission was given for FINAL VENTURE to be mounted on the course and to go early to post and for WINGS OF THE ROCK (IRE) to wear a hood in the Parade Ring only.
FINAL VENTURE unseated Oisin Murphy in the chute and cantered loose to the start. Having been examined by the Veterinary Surgeon and Doctor upon arrival, both were deemed fit to race.
Race 5 - 4:05pm THE EBF BREEDERS' SERIES FILLIES' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) PRETTY JEWEL wore earplugs which were removed at the start.
An enquiry was held to consider interference shortly after the start involving LADY BAKER (USA), unplaced, ridden by Nicky Mackay; the winner, LADY BERGAMOT (FR), ridden by George Wood and LADY OF SHALOTT, placed fifth, ridden by Jim Crowley. Mackay was cautioned for careless riding as he had allowed his mount to drift left towards the rail when insufficiently clear, crowding LADY BERGAMOT (FR) onto LADY OF SHALOTT, which was briefly hampered.
Approximately 1½ furlongs out, SPIRIT OF APPIN, unplaced, edged slightly left away from LADY OF SHALOTT, placed fifth, causing SEPAL (USA), unplaced, to clip heels and stumble badly, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Following the race, Oisin Murphy reported that SPIRIT OF APPIN, unplaced, ran flat and the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination during routine testing of the filly, failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 7 - 5:15pm THE 1stsecuritysolutions.co.uk HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Permission was given for TYLERY WONDER (IRE) to go early to post and for YORKSHIREDEBUT (IRE) to be mounted on the course and to go early to post.
An enquiry was held to consider interference inside the final furlong between TALLINSKI (IRE), placed seventh, ridden by Izzy Clifton and CANFORD BAY (IRE), placed eighth, ridden by Cam Hardie. Being a 7lb claimer, Clifton was accompanied by a senior jockey. Clifton was suspended for 2 days for careless riding as she allowed her mount to drift left for some distance without sufficient or timely correction, causing CANFORD BAY (IRE) to be carried off its intended line.
Following the race, Joey Haynes reported that PEA SHOOTER, placed second, was denied a clear run on several occasions inside the final two furlongs. View Stewards report Carlisle, 12 Sep 18 Race 1 - 1:30pm THE SMARKETS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (Jockey Club Grassroots Middle Distance Series Qualifier) (DIV I) Following the race, Connor Beasley reported that QASR, placed fourth, ran too freely.
Race 2 - 2:00pm THE SMARKETS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (Jockey Club Grassroots Middle Distance Series Qualifier) (DIV II Permission was given for WESTWARD HO (IRE) to go early to post.
Following the race, Connor Murtagh reported that JACKHAMMER (IRE), placed sixth, ran too freely.
Race 3 - 2:35pm THE SMARKETS BETTING EXCHANGE NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (Jockey Club Grassroots Nursery Qualifier) Permission was given for BIG BOOTS (IRE) to go early to post.
Following the race, Tony Hamilton reported that MY BOY LEWIS (IRE), placed eighth, hung left throughout and David Allan reported that FORCETORECKON, placed seventh, hung right in the home straight.
Race 4 - 3:10pm THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 4) (PLUS 10 RACE) (Sire and Dam Restricted Race) Following the race, Stevie Donohoe reported that DIVINE GIFT (IRE), placed third, hung left causing the bit to slip through it’s mouth.
Race 5 - 3:45pm THE SMARKETS BRITISH EBF FILLIES' NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (PLUS 10 RACE) Tim Easterby had obtained prior permission from the BHA to run MYTHICAL PURSUITS partially shod.
Permission was given for MUSICAL SKY to go early to post.
The Starter reported that CALEDONIA LASS was unruly in the stalls and withdrawn. R. Mike Smith was informed that the filly could not run until the day after passing a stalls test.
Race 6 - 4:15pm THE ANDERSONS 'QUALITY FOR YOUR HOME' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for ALFIE’S ANGEL (IRE) to go early to post.
Approaching 2 furlongs out, SIR DERRICK (IRE), unplaced, edged marginally left due to pressure from the rider’s outside, causing CHAPLIN BAY (IRE), placed third, to be eased which in turn caused SHORTBACKANDSIDES (IRE), unplaced, to be checked but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Approaching 1 ½ furlongs out, ALFIE’S ANGEL (IRE), placed fifth, edged marginally left causing REDARNA, placed eighth, to be checked but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved and that it had not improved the placing of ALFIE’S ANGEL (IRE).
Following the race, Robert Dodsworth reported that SHORTBACKANDSIDES (IRE) suffered interference approaching 2 furlongs out. Toby Eley reported that THE GOLDEN CUE, unplaced, was denied a clear run approximately 1 ½ furlongs out. Paul Hanagan reported that REDARNA hung left and Royston Ffrench reported that BILLIEBROOKEDIT (IRE), unplaced, ran too freely.
Race 7 - 4:50pm THE SMARKETS BETTING EXCHANGE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Permission was given for BROTHER MCGONAGALL to be mounted on the course and go early to post.
Following the race, Daniel Tudhope reported that LAMLOOM (IRE), unplaced, missed the break and Nathan Evans reported that BALLYMOUNT, unplaced, jumped markedly left from the stalls and lost several lengths.
Race 8 - 5:25pm THE BEST RACING ODDS ON SMARKETS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Approximately 2 furlongs out, IN FOCUS (IRE), placed eighth, lugged quickly left before being corrected taking KIRKMAN (IRE) marginally 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 IN FOCUS (IRE). View Stewards report Uttoxeter, 12 Sep 18 Race 1 - 2:15pm THE ROA/RACING POST OWNERS' JACKPOT HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) KALIFOURCHON (FR) wore earplugs throughout the race.
An enquiry was held to consider why Michael Mullineaux was running ROYAL SEA (IRE) here at Uttoxeter on going described as Good, having declared the gelding a non-runner at Bangor-on-Dee on 31 August 2018 on ground with the same official description. The trainer stated that, in his opinion, the ground at Bangor-on-Dee was riding faster than described and with Uttoxeter having received some rain overnight and having walked the course earlier today, the ground on this occasion was riding slower than at Bangor-on-Dee.
Race 2 - 2:50pm THE TILNEY MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that HOWS JOHNNY, unplaced, lost its right hind shoe.
Race 4 - 3:55pm THE DEMONTFORT FINE ART HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) NEWTON GERONIMO and NOTNOW SEAMUS wore earplugs which were removed at the start.
Having reviewed the start, the Stewards were satisfied that BUCKLE STREET and NEWTON GERONIMO had both refused to race and were deemed to be runners.
The Starter reported that NEWTON GERONIMO, trained by Ben Pauling, had refused to race. After being interviewed and shown recordings of the start, Pauling was informed that any future similar behaviour from the gelding may result in NEWTON GERONIMO being reported to the Head Office of the British Horseracing Authority.
The Stewards held an enquiry to consider a complaint by Martin Keighley, the trainer of BUCKLE STREET, into the start of this race. They interviewed the trainer, the rider Harry Stock and the Starter. Having considered their evidence and viewed recordings of the incident, the Stewards were satisfied that the correct starting procedures had been followed and no further action was taken.
The performance of MAJESTIC MOLL (IRE), which started favourite and finished fourth, was considered. Emma Lavelle could offer no explanation for the mare’s performance.
Race 5 - 4:30pm THE NOVUS SOLUTIONS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Prior to this race, Jonjo O'Neill was asked to explain why he was running CAPARD KING (IRE) here at Uttoxeter on going described as Good, having reported that the gelding was unsuited by the Good, Good to Soft going and would prefer a slower surface following its run at Southwell on 20 April 2018. The trainer’s explanation was noted that, having walked the course and spoken to riders that had ridden in the first two races, he was happy for the gelding to take its chance on ground that was, in his opinion, riding on the easy side of Good with Uttoxeter having received some rain overnight.
The apparent improvement in form of the winner, SOUPY SOUPS (IRE), compared with its previous run at Market Rasen on 21 July 2018 where the gelding finished fourth of eight, beaten by 18 lengths, was considered. Neil Mulholland’s representative’s comments that SOUPY SOUPS (IRE) had appreciated a drop in the weights, the yard were in better form and that the gelding had been working well at home, were noted and SOUPY SOUPS (IRE) was routine tested.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that STRUMBLE HEAD (IRE), placed seventh, had bled from the nose.
Race 6 - 5:05pm THE RELIANCE MEDICAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Following the race, David Noonan reported that MARJU'S QUEST (IRE), unplaced, ran too freely. The Veterinary Officer reported that BUMBLE BAY, placed fourth, lost its right hind shoe and finished lame on its right fore. View Stewards report Kempton Park, 12 Sep 18 Fixture Note An enquiry was held, adjourned from Race 1 at Kempton on 4 September 2018: An enquiry was held to consider interference shortly after the start when WINDY GUEST, placed second, ridden by Jane Elliott, interfered with THEGREEYVTRAIN, unplaced, ridden by Martin Harley. Elliott was suspended for 4 days for careless riding as she allowed her mount to drift right-handed without sufficient correction causing Harley to clip heels. Luke Morris, the rider of RAJMAN, unplaced, was present for the enquiry but the Stewards felt that he did not contribute to the interference. Race 1 - 5:45pm THE 100% PROFIT BOOST AT 32Redsport.com CLASSIFIED CLAIMING STAKES (CLASS 5) Following the race, Eoin Walsh reported that TIGERWOLF (IRE), placed second, hung left-handed up the straight, Hollie Doyle reported that AGUEROOO (IRE), placed sixth, lugged left up the straight and Hayley Turner reported that MAD ENDEAVOUR, placed seventh, hung left-handed throughout. The Veterinary Officer reported that VIBES (IRE), unplaced, lost its right hind shoe.
Race 2 - 6:15pm THE OLD KENNY MANSFIELD MEMORIAL NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Leaving the stalls, the winner, SO HI CLASS (IRE), jumped left as SMART ILLLUSION (IRE), placed third, jumped right causing interference to SANDRIDGE LAD (IRE), placed sixth, RIVERWING, placed fifth, RITA’S FOLLY, placed seventh, and MEDORAS CHILDE, placed eighth, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Following the race, Josephine Gordon reported that SANDRIDGE LAD (IRE), placed sixth, hung left-handed.
Race 3 - 6:45pm THE 32Red CASINO HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) SARANGOO lost its right fore shoe on the way to the start and therefore ran without it.
Following the race, Gabriele Malune reported that EARLY DAWN, placed fifth, changed legs and felt unbalanced in the final 1/2 furlong, Charlotte Bennett reported that BRIYOUNI (FR), placed eighth, was slowly away and Martin Dwyer reported that SARANGOO, placed seventh, anticipated the start.
Race 4 - 7:15pm THE 32Red.com BREEDERS BACKING RACING EBF FILLIES' NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) Following the race, Charlie Bennett reported that FAR CRY, unplaced, stopped quickly and the Veterinary Officer reported that the mare lost its right fore shoe. Tom Marquand reported that SALVE HELENA (IRE), unplaced, hung badly left-handed in the home straight and Ray Dawson reported that SEAESTA, unplaced, stopped quickly.
Race 5 - 7:45pm THE 32Red HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) The performance of TWISTER (IRE), which finished third, was considered. Sir Mark Prescott’s representative’s explanation that the gelding ran flat and the race came too soon after its previous run at Lingfield on 1 September 2018 was noted.
Race 6 - 8:15pm THE 32Red ON THE APP STORE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) PRESS GANG, trained by Harry Fry was late in the Parade Ring, due to the gelding being difficult to saddle.
FAMOUS DYNASTY (IRE) lost its left fore shoe on the way to the start and therefore ran without it.
Following the race, Daniel Muscutt reported that LEXINGTON EMPIRE, placed third, hung left-handed in the straight.
Race 7 - 8:45pm THE WISE BETTING racinguk.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Fran Berry, the rider of the winner, FAIR SELENE, was suspended for 2 days for using his whip above the permitted level from approaching 2 furlongs out.
Approximately 2 furlongs from the start, DELICATE KISS, unplaced, shifted quickly left-handed carrying MISS MILLA B, unplaced, off its intended line, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Following the race, Tim Clark reported that MIME DANCE, placed eighth, ran too free.
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 13, 2018 6:52:30 GMT
Racing UK has moved to re-emphasise a live web feed will be available from all 26 Irish racecourses on its online Extra platform when the channel assumes Irish racing's direct-to-home broadcast rights on January 1, 2019.
However, an admission that "action-packed days" such as the channel's debut on New Year's Day – when it is scheduled to broadcast from Fairyhouse and Tramore alongside Cheltenham, Catterick, Exeter and Musselburgh – pose logistical difficulties will do little to allay fears that Irish racing will no longer enjoy the blanket television coverage it currently does on At The Races.
"We will endeavour to show all races in their entirety on the linear channel," a statement on behalf of its parent company Racecourse Media Group read.
"However, where there are unavoidable clashes, the finishes and/or recordings of the race [whole or in part, depending on time availability] will still be shown on the linear channel. If there are race clashes, to a large extent common sense and the set of circumstances will prevail as to which race is shown.
"Live coverage of every British and Irish race in its entirety will be available to our members either on the linear channel or Extra."
On busy days, RUK has pledged to "employ a second gallery to provide a fully produced dedicated Irish feed for Extra".
Following the publication of the fixture list, RMG's chief executive Richard FitzGerald said: “This is the first stage of the process and there will also be further coordination required as we focus on the detailed planning of race times for 2019."
Reflecting on the addition of the Irish tracks to the 35 British venues from which RUK will broadcast in 2019, he added: "It means nearly 90 per cent of all Group and Graded races that are run in Britain and Ireland will now be on the same service and TV audiences will be able to watch the principal storylines of British and Irish racing on the one, definitive racing channel.
"Live GB and Irish racing is what our members want, over and above other international content."
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Post by dennisg on Sept 13, 2018 7:07:26 GMT
in today's sporting life............. Ashley Iveson makes Pilaster his best bet at Doncaster on Thursday and he has a tip for every race in the UK and Ireland. NAP: 300 Doncaster 4 2 Pilaster42 38-12OR: 106 6/5 T: R VarianJ: Andrea Atzeni Form: 7-111Last Run Live betting powered by Next best: 335 Doncaster 6 1 The Irish Roverb1,t20 29-2OR: - 9/2 T: A P O'BrienJ: R L Moore Form: 341034Last Run Live betting powered by Pilaster can register her fourth victory on the spin in the DFS Park Hill Stakes at Doncaster. Roger Varian's filly finished down the field on her racecourse debut on Town Moor last October, but clearly thrived during the winter as she is unbeaten after three starts in 2018. A ready comeback success at Chelmsford was followed by a seriously impressive display at Kempton and she graduated to Pattern class with honours when completing her hat-trick in the Lillie Langtry Stakes at Goodwood. That form looks rock solid as the close-up second, Maid Up, has since won a Group Three and is bound for Saturday's St Leger, while the third and fourth - Star Rock and God Given - have been placed in Group races on the continent since. If anything, Pilaster is likely to be seen in an even better light on the slightly easier ground she will encounter at Doncaster and she should prove difficult to beat. Accordance gets the nod in the other Group Two on Thursday's card, the William Hill May Hill Stakes. This mile contest has a seriously open look to it, with none of the 11 fillies dismissed lightly. The Mark Johnston-trained Accordance is thoroughly likeable, finishing second over seven furlongs here in July before going one better at Glorious Goodwood last month. She returned to Goodwood for the Group Three Prestige Stakes and ran another fine race to fill the runner-up spot, with her staying-on effort suggesting this extra furlong will be right up her treat. Accordance has a bit to find on official ratings with Aidan O'Brien's pair of Peach Tree and Fleeting, but is open to plenty of improvement and the booking of Frankie Dettori suggests connections mean business. There is huge prize-money up for grabs in the Weatherbys Racing Bank £300,000 2-Y-O Stakes. The undoubted standard setter is O'Brien's The Irish Rover, who was beaten just a length into third place in the Group One Phoenix Stakes at the Curragh on his penultimate start. Whether that form can be taken at face value is open to some question as he did get an easy time of things in front, but it was a fine effort whichever way you look at it. He ran respectably again when fourth in the Gimcrack at York last time and the general consensus is the Ballydoyle string are in much better form now than they were then. There are plenty of interesting types up against him, but if The Irish Rover runs up to his rating, he will take some stopping. Princes Des Sables can complete a Hamilton hat-trick in the BB Foodservice 2-Y-O Series Final. Kevin Ryan's filly has won successive qualifiers for this £20,000 event and the manner of her latest triumph suggested a 4lb rise is not insurmountable. The prospect of easy ground will hold no fears for the daughter of Monsieur Bond. Landue is in a similar boat at Ffos Las. Marcus Tregoning's inmate has appeared much improved since being stepped up to a mile and a quarter and a mile and a half, most recently winning over this course and distance. There should be more to come from a colt with just six runs under his belt. Sporting Life selections: DONCASTER: 1.50 Winter Light, 2.25 Accordance, 3.00 PILASTER (NAP), 3.35 The Irish Rover, 4.05 Black Isle Boy, 4.40 Plutonian, 5.10 Ulshaw Bridge. FFOS LAS: 2.15 Face Like Thunder, 2.50 Sesame, 3.25 Sylvia's Mother, 3.55 Fox Fearless, 4.30 Muraahin, 5.00 Del Parco, 5.35 Landue. HAMILTON: 3.45 Rockley Point, 4.15 Autumn Flight, 4.50 Jack Blane, 5.20 Rosemay, 5.55 X Rated, 6.25 Princes Des Sables, 6.55 Nuns Walk, 7.25 Faldo. LISTOWEL: 2.05 Dreamboat Dave, 2.40 Prove The Point, 3.15 Ancestral, 3.50 Dalton Highway, 4.20 Exchange Rate, 4.55 Its All Guesswork, 5.25 Shanning, 6.00 Easy Gold. DOUBLE: Pilaster and The Irish Rover
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Post by dennisg on Sept 13, 2018 7:10:24 GMT
Ben Linfoot seeks out the best Value Bet selections on day two of Doncaster's St Leger Festival and he's got two bets including a strong fancy in the fillies' nursery. Recommended Bets: Value Bet, Sept 13 For details of advised bookmakers and each-way terms, visit our transparent tipping record The St Leger Festival steps up a gear on day two with the Group Two DFS Park Hill Stakes taking centre stage and the king of Doncaster, Andrea Atzeni, could well continue his love affair with Town Moor aboard Pilaster. She was last seen breaking the hearts of Maid Up fans at Glorious Goodwood and that form was franked when Andrew Balding’s filly managed to go one better in the March Stakes at the same track three weeks later. With Maid Up going for the St Leger on Saturday Pilaster could well boost her claims here and though Balding saddles the most talented opposition again in the shape of Horseplay, this looks a good opportunity for the Roger Varian-trained filly in receipt of 10lb from her main market rival. The William Hill May Hill Stakes is tough with two or three fillies holding leading claims and while I wouldn’t mind seeing a fancy price about Sand Share for next year’s Oaks, it looks a race to watch and learn from. I do think there is a good bet, though, in the opening British Stallion Studs EBF ‘Carrie Red’ Fillies’ Nursery at 1.50 with STRICT TEMPO available at 12/1 (General). The penny dropped with Balding’s filly last time at Nottingham where she won a novice race well despite hanging a bit in the closing stages and it was a performance that suggested there is still plenty of improvement to come. She’s from a family that really improve with racing as she’s a half-sister to Dancing Star and Foxtrot Lady, the 2016 Stewards’ Cup winner and 2018 Stewards’ Cup favourite respectively. Dancing Star won on her handicap debut off a mark of 75 and Foxtrot Lady won her second handicap start off 80 after being beaten into second off 83 on her first go. 11 9 Strict Tempo37 28-10OR: 77 11/1 T: A M BaldingJ: David Probert Form: 3301Last Run Live betting powered by More importantly, however, her full brother Dance Of Fire won on his handicap debut off a mark of 76 at Doncaster at this very meeting in 2014 in a nursery on his fourth run as a juvenile. It’s surely significant, then, that Balding aims Strict Tempo at this race and, given he knows the family so well and has had success with her siblings off similar marks in similar races, she makes plenty of appeal. Perhaps she’ll be more of a miler next year judging by her sire, Norse Dancer, and her full brother, but she showed plenty of zip last time and this six-and-a-half-furlong trip could be ideal for her at this stage of her development. Finally, the Weatherbys Racing Bank £300,000 2-Y-O Stakes at 3.35 could well line the pockets of Richard Hannon who runs six including likely favourite Aim Power. She has an obvious chance on these terms judging by her last two runs at Goodwood, but she hasn’t been missed by the market and it could be worth taking her on with Ed Walker’s TRIGGERED at 16/1 (General). Walker’s stable are in great form at present and Triggered contributed two wins from two runs in August thanks to victories at Ffos Las and Catterick. He looks a rapid improver and I thought he was good value for a great deal more than the official winning distance of a nose when prevailing at Catterick last time as he went for home a long way out before just holding on from the fast-finishing Caballero. That rival has franked the form subsequently by winning by almost three lengths at Musselburgh and the fourth home, Aloysius Lilius, has won since as well at the same Scottish track. 13 19 Triggered27 28-12OR: 86 12/1 T: Ed WalkerJ: J P Spencer Form: 6511Last Run Live betting powered by It looks good form and Triggered can improve a bundle if held onto a bit longer, so it’s a massive positive that perennial waiting jockey Jamie Spencer takes over in the saddle. He does have plenty to find on official ratings with the likes of The Irish Rover, but I think he’ll prove to be a good bit better than an 86-rated horse by the end of the year and I’m sure Doncaster will suit. Back in July he ran a nice race on just his second start when a promising fifth in a Doncaster maiden and his sire Dandy Man has a good record with his progeny on Town Moor, winning seven races at 14 per cent including with the likes of Chatez and Orvar. That figure improves to almost 20 per cent when you only take into account races with cut in the ground and, though he hasn’t encountered it yet in his fledgling career, Good to Soft conditions could also trigger further improvement. 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: +340.09pts to advised stakes/prices (from inception of Value Bet column in January 2010 to current).
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Post by dennisg on Sept 13, 2018 7:12:33 GMT
Get the view from connections and Man On The Spot verdicts for Thursday's feature action at Doncaster. 1425 - William Hill May Hill Stakes Saeed bin Suroor - Dubai Beauty: "She has had a hood on her to keep her calm and relaxed but the filly won nicely at Newmarket. She has done good before the race and after it. She is more relaxed now and the way she worked on the Limekilns on Saturday was nice. She is a filly that shows a lot of class. The mile will suit her. There are some nice fillies in the race and physically she will improve. She is one of the best two-year-old fillies I have. It will be a big step for her from a maiden to a Group Two but I'm looking forward to seeing her run." Charlie Johnston - Accordance: "I'm quite surprised at her price as she is still lightly-raced and quite unexposed. She did everything right bar winning in the Prestige. She had them all cooked in the last furlong and was just caught by one coming with a wet sail. I don't think that was a reflection of her stamina at all and if anything we expect her to improve over a mile. She has run at the track before and it was off a good run there before she won her maiden at Goodwood. It was slowish ground last time at Goodwood last time but when she won her maiden there it was fast so she is pretty versatile." Tom Ward (assistant to Richard Hannon) - Star Terms and Sweet Pearl: "Star Terms is a nice filly and has just started to get the hang of things. She is very tough and she will stay that trip no problem and will probably go further in time. I would hope she finishes in the first three. Next year I think she will be a lovely filly. It's a big step up for Sweet Pearl. I thought she did it well the other day. She was the first winner for Dunaden in England so if she can get black type as well that would be great. She is tough but whether she is quite up to the grade we will see." Karl Burke - Divinity: "I saw her on Monday and she looked really happy and well. I think the trip suits her and if we get a place we will be thrilled as it's a competitive race." Man On The Spot: 1 6 Accordance19 29-0OR: 96 8/1 T: M JohnstonJ: L Dettori Form: 212Last Run Live betting powered by Dubai Beauty is a well-bred daughter of Frankel who made a winning debut at Newmarket. But the second that day finished last in the Prestige Stakes at Goodwood next time when starting favourite so collateral form gives the Godolphin filly something to find with ACCORDANCE. Mark Johnston’s daughter of Archipenko has made giant strides in both starts since a debut second over 7f here in July and seems sure to relish the extra furlong. Peach Tree was second to a stable companion in a Group 3 over a mile at the Curragh at the start of the month and looks the pick of the Ballydoyle pair. Dutch Treat is also useful while Sand Share can only improve on a comfortable debut win at Kempton, though the runner-up has been beaten since. Magnetic Charm wasn’t far behind the selection at Goodwood while the hat-trick seeking Divinity represents last year’s winning stable. 1500 - DFS Park Hill Stakes Roger Varian - Pilaster: "She has progressed well this year and she trained really pleasingly into this race. Given her inexperience, particularly on turf, I thought she showed a commendable attitude at Goodwood and this track on easier ground will most likely suit her more. I am very much looking forward to running her." Lucy Wadham - Galmarley: "She's in good form and should improve for the step up in trip. We are just hoping the ground dries out a bit. I thought her run last time out was very respectable. This is a big step up in class, but we are looking for improvement for the step up in trip. She is a typical staying type at home in that all she does is gallop." Man On The Spot: PILASTER (NAP) completed her hat-trick stepping up in class and distance in a Group 2 at Goodwood six weeks ago. The second has been supplemented for Saturday’s St Leger and Roger Varian’s filly has the beating of God Given, Isabel De Urbina and Flattering on that run. She also beat Galmarley by six lengths at Kempton in July when conceding 6lb and can continue her winning run here. Horseplay edged out God Given in the Lancashire Oaks at Haydock, with Flattering further behind, and the finished fourth in the Group 1 Yorkshire Oaks at York – she looks the danger if last home. 4 2 Pilaster42 38-12OR: 106 6/5 T: R VarianJ: Andrea Atzeni Form: 7-111Last Run Live betting powered by
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Post by dennisg on Sept 13, 2018 7:14:40 GMT
Our star columnist with a horse-by-horse guide to his team for the second day of the William Hill St Leger Festival with Eastern Impact fancied to go well under Megan Nicholls. Best chances: 1605 Doncaster Thursday 1 12 Eastern Impactb22 710-7OR: 90D 13/2 T: R A FaheyJ: Megan Nicholls (5) Form: 024506Last Run Live betting powered by Onto Thursday and we’re double-handed in the Weatherbys Racing Bank 300,000 2-Y-O Stakes. Get The Rhythm is a nice horse. We like him a lot. He won at Thirsk last time and while he has plenty to find on ratings, he isn’t without a chance. We’ve been waiting all year for some decent ground for Wasntexpectingthat, the softer the better for him. We really liked him early on but he got a bit jarred up at Beverley last time. He’s back moving well now after a break and we’re very happy with him but he too needs to step right up. We’re taking five pounds off Eastern Impact in the Silk Series Lady Riders' Handicap with Megan Nicholls’ claim. The blinkers certainly seemed to have a positive effect on him at York last time and he’d have a chance here if they do so again – for all he hasn’t won for a while. Society Red is a funny horse - he’ll bomb out then bounce back the next time. He needs to be near his best in the Mechanical Facilities Handicap but this track seems to suit him and he’s very well. The more rain the better for Picture No Sound in the closing DFS Handicap. He came back jarred up from Dubai but is moving well now. He’s entitled to come on for his recent run at Thirsk.
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 13, 2018 19:01:42 GMT
Chepstow, 13 Sep 18 Fixture Note Abandoned - Unsafe Course Nothing to report View Stewards report Doncaster, 13 Sep 18 Race 1 - 1:50pm THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF 'CARRIE RED' FILLIES' NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Approximately 1½ furlongs out, DAME GLADYS, unplaced, lugged slightly right interfering with COOKUPASTORM (IRE), unplaced, which was checked but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Following the race, Hollie Doyle reported that GALLOVIE, unplaced, stopped quickly and the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination revealed the filly was slightly lame on its left fore. David Probert reported that STRICT TEMPO, placed second was denied a clear run approaching 2 furlongs out and again approaching 1½ furlongs out.
Race 2 - 2:25pm THE WILLIAM HILL MAY HILL STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 2) Permission was given for DUBAI BEAUTY (IRE) to wear a hood in the parade ring.
An enquiry was held to consider interference approaching 1 ½ furlongs out when MAGNETIC CHARM, placed fourth, ridden by James Doyle, interfered with PEACH TREE (IRE), unplaced, ridden by Ryan Moore. Doyle was suspended for 3 days for careless riding as he had manoeuvred right when insufficiently clear causing Moore to take a significant check.
Just inside the final furlong, STAR TERMS, placed second, lugged left away from the whip, briefly hampering DUTCH TREAT, placed fifth, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved and that it had not improved the placing of STAR TERMS.
Andrea Atzeni, the rider of STAR TERMS, was suspended for 2 days for using his whip in the incorrect place on the run to the line.
Race 4 - 3:35pm THE WEATHERBYS RACING BANK £300,000 2-Y-O STAKES (CLASS 2) Permission was given for ALMURR (IRE) to go early to post.
Prior to the race, CRITICAL DATA (IRE) spread a plate, and was re-shod in the parade ring.
In the final 1 ½ furlongs, CELEBRITY DANCER (IRE), unplaced, hung quickly right interfering with TRIGGERED (IRE), unplaced, which had to be checked but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Following the race, Donnacha O’Brien reported that NO NEEDS NEVER (IRE), placed fourth, was denied a clear run approximately 1 ½ furlongs out. Colm O’Donoghue reported that JFOUL (IRE) was struck into and lost its action; the Veterinary Officer reported that the colt was lame on its right hind. Tom Queally reported that LOUIS TREIZE (IRE), unplaced, was unruly in the stalls. James Doyle reported that MORDRED (IRE), placed seventh, was denied a clear run inside the final ½ furlong.
Race 5 - 4:05pm THE SILK SERIES LADY RIDERS' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) (Pro-Am Lady Riders' Race) Permission was given for KENNY THE CAPTAIN (IRE) to be mounted on the course and go early to post.
REBEL SURGE (IRE) failed to enter the parade ring. Being satisfied that this was due to Richard Spencer having a runner in the previous race, which was over 9 minutes late off, no further action was taken.
Following the race, Miss Shannon Watts reported that ORIENTAL LILLY, unplaced, ran too freely in the early stages and Ms Katherine Begley reported that SIR BILLY WRIGHT (IRE), unplaced, hung right throughout.
Race 6 - 4:40pm THE MECHANICAL FACILITIES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Approximately 1 ½ furlongs out, PLUTONIAN (IRE), unplaced, hung quickly left across the running of the winner, ANOTHER ECLIPSE (IRE) which had to be checked but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Approximately 1 ½ furlongs out, PLUTONIAN (IRE) hung left away from PETRUS (IRE), placed fourth, tightening up a weakening COTE D’AZUR, unplaced, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
An enquiry was held to consider interference approaching the final furlong when PETRUS (IRE), placed fourth, ridden by Luke Morris interfered with PLUTONIAN (IRE), unplaced, ridden by Jamie Spencer. Morris was suspended for 2 days for careless riding as he had allowed his mount to lug left without sufficient correction, causing Spencer to take a check.
An enquiry was held to consider interference inside the final ½ furlong when FINNISTON FARM, placed second, ridden by David Probert caused interference to MOUNTAIN HUNTER (USA), placed fifth, ridden by Oisin Murphy, which in turn caused interference to BANDITRY (IRE), unplaced, ridden by William Buick. Probert was suspended for 7 days for careless riding as he had allowed his mount to edge left without correction causing MOUNTAIN HUNTER (USA) to be checked and carried across the running of BANDITRY (IRE) which had to be severely checked against the rails.
On the run to the line, there was interference between AQUARIUM, placed third, which edged slightly left and FINNISTON FARM, placed second, which edged marginally right, causing the pair to bump but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Race 7 - 5:10pm THE DFS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Permission was given for MYSTIC FLIGHT (IRE) to go early to post.
Following the race, Andrea Atzeni reported that MYSTIC FLIGHT (IRE), placed fifth, became unbalanced in the final ½ furlong and Jimmy Quinn reported that LOS CAMACHOS (IRE), unplaced, hung badly right; the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the colt failed to reveal any abnormalities. View Stewards report Hamilton Park, 13 Sep 18 Race 1 - 3:45pm THE ICA weareica.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for ALFIE’S ANGEL (IRE) to go early to post.
ALFIE’S ANGEL, trained by Karen Tutty, finished fifth at Carlisle the previous day. The Veterinary Officer reported that a pre-race examination of the gelding deemed it fit to race.
Following the race, Joe Fanning reported that SCUZEME, unplaced, ran too free. Conor McGovern reported that BUILDING YEAR (IRE), unplaced, reared as the stalls opened and was slowly away. Shane Donohoe reported that MR SHELBY (IRE), unplaced, was unsuited by the ground which was Soft, Good to Soft in places.
Race 3 - 4:50pm THE SODEXO HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV I) Permission was given for PHEBES DREAM (IRE) to be led early to post.
An enquiry was held into the reason for the non-attendance of Ger O’Neill, the rider of MOTAHASSEN (IRE), as O’Neill had been selected for sampling. Evidence was heard from the Clerk of the Scales, the Sampling Officers and the Valet. It was noted that the Clerk of the Scales had been informed by Declan Caroll that Ger O’Neill had been unable to ride due to illness. The matter was forwarded to the Head Office of the British Horseracing Authority for further consideration.
An enquiry was held to consider the placings in this race after there appeared to be interference inside the final furlong between the winner, ISLAND SONG (IRE), ridden by Jason Hart and OPTIMA PETAMUS, placed second, ridden by Phil Dennis. The riders were interviewed, shown recordings of the incident and following Phil Dennis’ evidence that OPTIMA PETAMUS had drifted left independently, it was found that no interference had taken place. The Stewards therefore ordered the placings to remain unaltered.
Race 4 - 5:20pm THE SODEXO HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV II) Following the race, Harry Russell reported that OROBAS (IRE), placed third, bumped the rail on the bend at the top of the hill.
Race 5 - 5:55pm THE SODEXO, PRESTIGE VENUES & EVENTS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Rowan Scott, the rider of CORTON LAD, placed second, was suspended for 4 days for using his whip above the permitted level from 2 ½ furlongs out.
Race 6 - 6:25pm THE BB FOODSERVICE 2-Y-O SERIES FINAL (A NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES) (CLASS 2) Permission was given for NORTHERN SOCIETY (IRE) to go early to post.
Following the race, Jamie Gormley reported that approximately 3 furlongs out his saddle slipped on I BELIEVE IN YOU, unplaced.
Race 7 - 6:55pm THE EBF STALLIONS FLOWER OF SCOTLAND FILLIES' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) (An EBF Scottish Premier Series Race) Permission was given for ECONOMIC CRISIS (IRE) to go early to post and BEAUTY FILLY wore earplugs which were removed at the Start. Permission was given for YES YOU (IRE) to wear a hood in the Parade Ring and to go early to post. View Stewards report Epsom Downs, 13 Sep 18 Fixture Note Abandoned - Unsafe Course Nothing to report View Stewards report Ffos Las, 13 Sep 18 Race 3 - 3:25pm THE MINTBET BET 10 GET 10 WELCOME BONUS NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Finley Marsh was fined £140 for attempting to weigh out wearing an out of date safety vest.
Permission was given for MADDFOURMAGGY (IRE) to go early to post.
Shane Kelly, the rider of RUNNING TIDE, placed sixth, was suspended for 2 days for using his whip with his arm above shoulder height from approaching the final furlong.
Following the race Rossa Ryan reported that DOTTY GRAND, placed fourth, hung left-handed. The Veterinary Officer reported that DOTTY GRAND lost its left hind shoe. Shane Kelly reported that RUNNING TIDE, placed sixth, hung left-handed and Callum Shepherd reported that WYE BOTHER (IRE), unplaced, hung left-handed.
Race 4 - 3:55pm THE MINTBET BEST ODDS GURANTEED SINGLES & MULTIPLES EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) The Starter reported that DERRY BOY refused to enter the stalls. Clive Cox was informed that the colt could not run until the day after passing a stalls test.
Approximately one and a half furlongs out ATTY’S EDGE, unplaced, hung quickly left-handed interfering with GEORGE JUNIOR, unplaced, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Race 5 - 4:30pm THE MINTBET DOWNLOAD THE APP ON IOS & ANDROID NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for CHRISELLAINE (IRE) to go early to post.
Following the race Rossa Ryan reported that DUKE OF ALBA (IRE), unplaced, hung left-handed from two furlongs out.
Race 6 - 5:00pm THE MINTBET BEST ODDS GUARANTEED SINGLES & MULTIPLES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Following the race Kieran Shoemark reported that SMOKEY LANE (IRE), placed second, was slowly away.
Race 7 - 5:35pm THE MINTBET £500 CASINO WELCOME BONUS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Having reviewed the start the Stewards were satisfied that DAME VERA had refused to race and was deemed to be a runner.
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 13, 2018 19:02:32 GMT
Friday: going, weather & non-runners Chester GOING: SOFT (Good to soft in places; GoingStick 6.4) (Rail movements: 14:00, 14:35, 15:40 & 17:15 +13y, 15:10 & 16:15 +14y, 16:45 +23y) WEATHER: Showers STALLS: 1m2f - Outside; Remainder - Inside Doncaster GOING: GOOD (Good to soft in places; GoingStick 7.0) WEATHER: Scattered showers STALLS: Straight course - Centre; Round course - Inside Listowel GOING: Flat course - HEAVY (Soft in places); Jumps course - SOFT (Yielding in places) WEATHER: Showers Salisbury GOING: GOOD TO FIRM (Good in places; GoingStick 7.9) (Watered) (Races using round course loop have been abandoned. Four races that were due to take place on 11th September have been re-scheduled for 15:30, 16:00, 18:40 & 19:10) WEATHER: Mostly cloudy STALLS: Far side Sandown GOING: Round course - GOOD (Good to soft in places; GoingStick 6.7); Sprint course - GOOD TO SOFT (GoingStick 6.1) (Rail movements: 15:25, 15:55, 16:30, 17:00 & 17:30 +16y) WEATHER: Mostly cloudy STALLS: Sprint course - Far side; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 5:30 Rhosneigr (7)
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 13, 2018 19:52:09 GMT
Newmarket: David Milnes
Buffalo River (4.40 Doncaster, nap)
Not the most straightforward of individuals but ran a great debut when just outpointed by the useful Almania at Sandown last month. John Gosden's youngster has since impressed on the Limekilns.
9/4 Buffalo River 4:40 Doncaster Others to follow Doncaster 1.50 Laugh Aloud, 2.25 Rumble Inthejungle, 3.00 Walton Street, 3.35 Sheikhzayedroad, 4.05 Sangarius, 5.10 Bernardo O'Reilly, 5.45 Loveisili. Chester 2.00 Blue Mountain, 3.10 Dance Legend, 4.15 Deja, 5.15 Fire Tree. Sandown 2.15 Michaels Choice, 2.50 Compas Scoobie, 3.25 Venedegar, 3.55 Knife Edge, 4.30 Swift Approval, 5.00 Augenblick, 5.30 The Last Emperor. Salisbury 3.30 Emily Goldfinch, 4.00 Jash, 4.35 Red October, 5.05 Ghost Queen, 5.40 Thriving, 6.10 Bidding War, 6.40 Dijbouti, 7.10 Raid.
North: Colin Russell
Gabrial The Tiger (5.15 Chester, nap)
Has four course wins to his credit and though poorly drawn has the ground in his favour, so with a leading amateur booked he is fancied to put a poor run last time behind him.
11/1 Gabrial The Tiger 5:15 Chester Others to follow Chester 2.00 Love Kisses, 2.35 Indian Sounds, 3.10 Mearing, 3.40 Showmethedough, 4.15 Baileys Artist, 4.45 Jabbaar. Doncaster 1.50 Ellthea, 2.25 Little Kim, 3.00 Nakeeta, 3.35 Lord Yeats, 4.05 Commanding Officer, 5.10 Al Erayg, 5.45 Speed Company. Salisbury 3.30 Relight My Fire, 5.40 Cupboard Love. Sandown 3.25 Aussie Nugget, 3.55 Gurkha Friend, 4.30 Firmament, 5.30 Zabeel Star.
Lambourn: James Burn
Soldier's Call (2.25 Doncaster, nap)
Royal Ascot winner perhaps did not handle Goodwood when fancied for the Molecomb. He got back on track in a French Group 3 last time, handles any ground and should be right in the mix.
9/2 Soldier's Call 2:25 Doncaster Others to follow Chester 2.00 Indomitable, 2.35 Pass The Gin, 3.10 Bacacarat, 4.15 Zaajer, 4.45 Twin Star, 5.15 Misu Pete. Doncaster 3.00 Just In Time, 4.05 Athmad, 5.10 Shanghai Glory, 5.45 Flight Of Fantasy. Salisbury 5.05 Headland, 6.40 Swift And Sure, 7.10 Nebo. Sandown 2.15 Royal Dynasty, 2.50 Secret Agent, 3.55 Majboor, 5.35 Astrologist.
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 13, 2018 19:52:38 GMT
West Country: Andrew King
Sufficient (5.05 Salisbury, nap)
Has proved fairly consistent in a handful of runs to date and the step up in distance may help her get off the mark.
8/1 Sufficient 5:05 Salisbury Racing Post Ratings: Sam Walker
Misty Birnam (3.40 Chester)
Scored with a bit up his sleeve at Redcar last time (RPR 80) and could be up to building on that considering his old South African form in Graded company.
10/3 Misty Birnam 3:40 Chester Topspeed: Dave Edwards
Headland (5.05 Salisbury)
Earned the best speed figures on the card when romping home over course and distance eight days ago and can make light of his penalty.
6/5 Headland 5:05 Salisbury Longshot: Olly Eden
Absolutely So (4.30 Sandown)
Comes with risks attached following below-par efforts since a Group 3 win last year, but has dropped in the weights and this represents his easiest opportunity for some time. Andrew Balding continues in good form, Josh Bryan takes off a valuable 3lb, and he can run well providing the ground doesn't dry out too much.
6/1 Absolutely So 4:30 Sandown Ireland: Tony O’Hehir
Massa Lubrense (2.40 Listowel)
John Geoghegan's homebred four-year-old performed well on his first run of the year at Roscommon last month, finishing well for second over 7½f. He handles testing ground and, off the same mark as last time, gets the vote to score under Gary Halpin.
7/1 Massa Lubrense 2:40 Listowel The Raceform Interactive nugget
Since 2010 the Hannon stable has had four winners, a second and a third in the Group 2 Flying Childers Stakes at Doncaster (+£8.83 to £1 stakes). Well Done Fox, a Listed winner at York last time, is expected to go well at 2.25.
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 13, 2018 19:53:17 GMT
Parys Mountain went close off this mark two outings ago and his pace will be an asset at Chester (3.40) today. Trainer Tim Easterby enlists a tongue-tie and is 5-23 when using it for the first time.
Mrs Ivy looks worth a punt at Salisbury in the 4.35. She is related to two first-time-out two-year-old winners, and trainer Ralph Beckett is 6-23 with juveniles making their debuts at the course in the last five years.
Clive Cox’s Crafty Madam bids for a repeat win at Sandown in the 5.00 after a down-the-field run 78 days ago. She was returning from a similarly uninspiring run 96 days previously when triumphing last year.
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Post by dennisg on Sept 14, 2018 7:40:13 GMT
in today's sporting life.................... 18:07 · September 13, 2018 · 3 min read Nick Robson picks out his strongest fancies for Friday's racing and also has a selection for every race at every meeting. NAP: 3.35 Doncaster 3 7 Lord Yeats20 59-5OR: 106 12/1 T: Jedd O'KeeffeJ: G Lee Form: 505-250Last Run Live betting powered by Next best: 4.00 Salisbury 1 Jash24 29-8OR: -D T: S CrisfordJ: Form: 1Last Run Lord Yeats can provide Jedd O'Keeffe with his biggest winner on the Flat in Friday's Doncaster Cup on Town Moor. O'Keeffe was flung into the big time by his smart hurdler Sam Spinner and Lord Yeats has already done his bit to ensure the Middleham handler is known under both codes. Winner of a big handicap at York and a Listed race at Newmarket last season, he has slightly struggled upped in class. However, there was plenty of promise in his run when fifth in a French Group Two on his penultimate start and he ran better than his finishing position of 11th suggests in the Ebor last time out. The ground will have been much faster than he appreciates at York, so rain earlier in the week at Doncaster was welcomed. He will not get many better chances of winning a Cup race and while Willie Mullins has three in it, all of Thomas Hobson, Max Dynamite and Renneti have seen better days. Archie Watson is another trainer making waves and Soldier's Call can provide him with a first Group Two win in the Wainwrights Flying Childers Stakes. A winner at Royal Ascot, he was expected to follow up in the Molecomb but had no answer to Rumble Inthejungle. Soldier's Call has since won with ease in Group Three company in France and given any horse can be excused a bad run at Goodwood, he is expected to get his revenge on Rumble Inthejungle. Laugh Aloud showed enough on her return to action to suggest she is up to winning the Japan Racing Association Sceptre Stakes. She was off the track for well over a year before finishing fourth to Veracious at Sandown two weeks ago and as long as she avoids the dreaded bounce factor, she should prove hard to beat. Jonah Jones took a big step forward from his first run to his second and may prove a bit of value in the Weatherbys Global Stallions App Flying Scotsman Stakes. Walton Street may outclass his rivals William Hill Mallard Handicap for Charlie Appleby given he was not disgraced behind stablemate Hamada last time out. Andrew Balding's Indomitable should have no trouble opening his account in the Total Fitness / Supporting British Stallions EBF Novice Stakes at Chester. Second on debut at Chelmsford, he then ran a fine race to be second in the Convivial Maiden at York, which is traditionally a hot event. Simon Crisford's Mordin was beaten less than 10 lengths in the John Smith's Cup and down in class for the China Southern Sanya Handicap at Sandown, he rates the one to beat. Crisford can double up at Salisbury with Jash who created a huge impression on debut. He reappears in the Excalibur Communications Novice Stakes before a possible tilt at the Middle Park. Sporting Life tips: CHESTER: 2.00 Indomitable, 2.35 Dark Thunder, 3.10 Breathable, 3.40 The Feathered Nest, 4.15 Deja, 4.45 Twin Star, 5.15 Gabrial's Kaka. DONCASTER: 1.50 Laugh Aloud, 2.25 Soldier's Call, 3.00 Walton Street, 3.35 LORD YEATS (NAP), 4.05 Jonah Jones, 4.40 Buffalo River, 5.10 Shared Equity, 5.45 Jack Regan. LISTOWEL: 2.05 Munees Gemini, 2.40 Stormy Belle, 3.15 Freetown, 3.45 Storm Rising, 4.20 Listen Dear, 4.50 Touch Base, 5.20 Debuchet, 5.50 Shanakey. SALISBURY: 3.30 Cricklewood Green, 4.00 Jash, 4.35 Dudley's Boy, 5.05 Cromwell, 5.40 Thriving, 6.10 Bidding War, 6.40 Clubora, 7.10 Foxtrot Lady. SANDOWN: 2.15 Royal Dynasty, 2.50 Victors Lady, 3.25 Aussie Nugget, 3.55 Mordin, 4.30 Another Boy, 5.00 Augenblick, 5.30 The Last Emperor. Double: Lord Yeats and Jash
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Post by dennisg on Sept 14, 2018 7:42:36 GMT
18:04 · September 13, 2018 · 4 min read Ben Linfoot seeks out the best Value Bet selections on day three of the William Hill St Leger Festival and he's backing John Gosden and Frankie Dettori to prevail in the Mallard. Recommended Bets: Value Bet, Sept 14 For details of advised bookmakers and each-way terms, visit our transparent tipping record Big BEN VRACKIE looks an excellent bet at 7/1 (General) in the William Hill Mallard Handicap (3.00) at Doncaster on day three of the St Leger Festival on Friday. John Gosden’s son of Frankel could well have run in the St Leger itself had he won the March Stakes at Goodwood last time but his defeat there to Classic hopeful Maid Up has seen him end up in handicap company for the first time. That he's rated 104 after four runs since his career debut on July 12 shows you how rapid his progression has been and his 11-length rout of novice opposition at Lingfield at the end of that month was a clear signal of this horse’s raw ability. Last time he was beaten in Group Three company at Goodwood by a highly-progressive filly that had form at the track and she’s got an each-way chance in Saturday’s Leger, so he lost little in defeat there. Instead of tackling a Classic he’s been handed a superb opportunity to add to that sole Lingfield success as this looks a fine piece of placing by Gosden with three-year-olds getting 10lb from their elders on the weight-for-age scale. Three-year-olds have won three of the last six renewals of the Mallard and Gosden has a top-notch record when running a member of the Classic generation against older horses in handicaps at Doncaster (10 wins from 43 runners at 23.26 per cent). That’s a healthy record considering his strike-rate at all courses with the same criteria is 16.59 per cent and it’s not the only bet-inducing stat concerning this horse, either, as Frankel progeny are six from 13 at 46.15 per cent on Town Moor. 9 10 Ben Vrackie20 39-1OR: 104BF 9/2 T: J H M GosdenJ: L Dettori Form: 7212Last Run Live betting powered by With only two three-year-olds in the contest Ben Vrackie is getting some serious weight from some exposed older horses and the extended 1m6f on a galloping track like Doncaster looks perfect for this imposing, improving, stayer. Gosden won this race with Camborne for Ben Vrackie’s owner HRH Princess Haya Of Jordan back in 2013 and it would be no surprise if the same connections landed this prize once again. Frankie Dettori takes over from Rab Havlin in the saddle and so strong are this horse’s claims I’m surprised he’s not a clear favourite. At the general 7/1 I’m more than happy to double the usual stake on him. Earlier on in the Japan Racing Association Sceptre Stakes I think ELLTHEA is a cracking bet at 11/1 (Ladbrokes, 10/1 General) for Karl Burke. This daughter of Kodiac won the fillies’ nursery at this meeting last year by almost four lengths and she followed that up with a Group Three win at Naas where she easily beat Sizzling in the Weld Park Stakes. A good fifth in the Fillies’ Mile followed and the ground has presumably been too fast for her in England for most of this season as she’s been sighted just twice – both times in France. 9 9 Ellthea103 38-12OR: 107CD 7/1 T: K R BurkeJ: C Lee Form: 9115-75 Live betting powered by She kicked off her campaign with a good two-length seventh in the French 1000 Guineas and then, last time, she finished fifth in the Group Two Prix de Sandingham (see below). 2018 Prix de Sandringham - Mission Impassible Watching that video you can see that Ellthea suffered a wide trip throughout, but she didn’t run badly at all and does look like she’ll benefit for dropping to seven furlongs for the first time since that Naas victory. That Prix de Sandringham form has worked out well as the second, Crown Walk, has won the Group Three Prix Chloe since, the third, Efaadah, has won the Group Three Prix de la Porte Maillot and the sixth, Altyn Orda, was second to Alpha Centauri in the Falmouth. Rated 109 after her Naas win, that number would make her joint top-rated in this and she looks to have a fantastic chance at the weights in a race three-year-olds have dominated over the years. Ben Linfoot's Value Bet aim: The Value Bet is designed to generate long-term profit by searching for overpriced horses in the feature weekend races and at the big Festivals in the UK. Running total: +338.09pts to advised stakes/prices (from inception of Value Bet column in January 2010 to current).
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