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Post by Kimmy on Aug 27, 2014 10:07:07 GMT
No time to post system selections today. Banks (2 days) updated later.
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 27, 2014 19:11:14 GMT
Sheikh Hamdan Al Maktoum's exciting prospect Faydhan has suffered a setback that could rule him out for the rest of the season.
The son of War Front was in contention for several of the top two-year-old races this term after he impressively defeated last week's Acomb Stakes winner Dutch Connection by six lengths on his debut at Haydock on July 3.
That victory took him towards the top of the ante-post market for the Qipco 2000 Guineas, but t he John Gosden-trained colt has sustained a leg injury that has put all plans on hold.
"He's had a little setback. We're going to struggle to get him back on the track this year," said Sheikh Hamdan's racing manager Angus Gold.
"Hopefully it's nothing major, just bad timing. We're trying to find out how serious it is.
"He's definitely had a setback and he won't run for a while.
"It's a leg injury, but hopefully nothing major.
"It's just going to hold him up for a while, quite possibly for the rest of the season." ========================================
John Gosden aims to have three runners in the Ladbrokes St Leger as he looks to win the world's oldest Classic for a fifth time at Doncaster on September 13.
The Newmarket handler is set to call on Derby third Romsdal, March Stakes winner Forever Now and also Marzocco in a bid to supplement his triumphs on Town Moor with Shantou in 1996, Lucarno (2007), Arctic Cosmos (2010) and Masked Marvel (2011).
"We've got three horses in the race who all belong in it," Gosden said.
"Romsdal ran a great race in the Derby and ran very well at Chester. He didn't run a good race in the King George. He got done on that looser ground and spun his wheels. Hughesie (Richard Hughes) wasn't happy with him so he left him alone. He's a legitimate horse for the race and we've always had the Derby, the King George and then the Leger as his plan.
"Forever Now won very well the other day in the March Stakes, which is a proper trial for the Leger. He stays well, the one-mile-six and 132 yards will not bother him one bit and he's got a grand attitude. He's an immature horse, but he's an improving horse and he belongs in the race.
"Marzocco was staying on again in the Voltigeur. He's a very idle horse, very laid-back and he doesn't seem to wake up until the race is virtually over. The plan for the moment is those three horses will run. They all have legitimate claims."
Gosden took out King Edward VII Stakes scorer Eagle Top and Cloudscape at the latest acceptance stage, after which 21 horses remain.
He respects the claims of ante-post favourite Kingston Hill, but there is no guarantee any horse will stay the extended mile and three-quarters of the Doncaster showpiece.
"Kingston Hill is a very solid horse and won the Racing Post Trophy there. I assume he'll stay. It's not totally guaranteed. You truly don't find out in the Leger until you come to between the two-furlong pole and the one. If he stays, he's a very legitimate favourite, but you never know," Gosden told At The Races.
However, Kingston Hill's rider Andrea Atzeni believes the Roger Varian-trained colt will have enough stamina, saying: " He ran a great race in the Derby and the way he stayed up the hill, he has every chance of staying a mile and six. The way he travels and the way he settles, I think the trip won't be a problem. As long as the ground isn't firm and it's good racing ground, I wouldn't worry about it."
Sir Michael Stoute, who broke his St Leger jinx with Conduit in 2008, is represented by Snow Sky, winner of the Gordon Stakes and runner-up in the Great Voltigeur, and March Stakes third Kings Fete.
Both horses are owned by Khalid Abdullah, whose racing manager Teddy Grimthorpe said: "Snow Sky has come out of York well and the plan is to run in the St Leger.
"He settled very well and got into a nice rhythm in the Great Voltigeur. He joined Postponed two furlongs out but the winner quickened well. We stayed on well to the line and were gaining at the end, so I thought it was quite encouraging.
"We are all going to find out on the day if he will stay but given the type of horse he is and his pedigree, I think he has a pretty good chance of staying a mile and three-quarters.
"Kings Fete has got to settle better if he is going to get the trip. He was a bit silly at Goodwood the other day but has some talent and we won't discount him. At this stage, I would say it is unlikely but it has not been ruled out and we have left him in for good reason.
"We tried him in a ring-bit instead of the hood at the weekend. I don't think you want to overburden a horse with too many contraptions otherwise you get too clever, but obviously the ring-bit wasn't quite so successful."
Mark Johnston is three-handed with Queen's Vase winner Hartnell, who disappointed in the Voltigeur at York last week, Coral-Eclipse third Somewhat and March Stakes second Alex My Boy.
Aidan O'Brien, who saddled his fourth Ladbrokes St Leger winner with Leading Light in 2013, has five entries - Irish Derby runner-up Kingfisher, Adjusted, Blue Hussar, Granddukeoftuscany and Indian Maharaja.
Others in the mix include John Oxx's Streetcar To Stars and Godolphin's sole possible, the Saeed bin Suroor-trained Winter Thunder. =======================================
Two horses trained by Barry Hills have been named among a total of eight horses that tested positive for morphine as the British Horseracing Authority announced the disciplinary panel hearing will take place on September 25.
The horses concerned are Soul Intent and Jolly Red Jeanz, who failed drugs tests after winning at Epsom and Chester respectively in July.
Veteran trainer Hills came out of retirement to take over the running of his late son John's stables after his death three months ago.
The BHA revealed that seven of the eight cases, involving five trainers, were sufficiently similar to be heard together.
The BHA is satisfied that the source of the positive samples was a contaminated batch of feed and that the trainers took all reasonable precautions to avoid breaching the rules of racing.
No financial penalty will be imposed upon those trainers involved, but their horses will be disqualified from the relevant races.
The BHA confirmed the seven horses which tested positive, the highest profile being The Queen's Estimate, trained by Sir Michael Stoute, after she finished second in the Gold Cup at Royal Ascot.
Russian Realm is the second horse trained by Stoute caught up in the case.
The other horses are Tony Carroll's Ocean Legend, Gay Kelleway's Royal Alcor and Strath Burn from Charlie Hills' stable.
The eighth case involves trainer Eve Johnson Houghton.
While that is also related to feed contamination, the BHA has said there are differences in the circumstances and this case will be heard separately in due course.
Her horse is Charlie Wells, who tested positive after winning at Chepstow in June.
The BHA has not ruled out the possibility of further positive samples of morphine being detected, but said there are currently no indications of any additional positive samples.
Feed suppliers Dodson & Horrrell have undertaken a full investigation into the case. ====================================
Encke remains firmly on course for the Palmerstown House Estate Irish St Leger at the Curragh on September 14 after delighting connections in a racecourse gallop over the weekend.
The five-year-old shattered Camelot's attempts at the Triple Crown when landing the St Leger at Doncaster in 2012, but missed last season due to the drugs scandal surrounding disgraced trainer Mahmood Al Zarooni.
Encke ran a fine race upon his return from a near two-year absence when second in the Glorious Stakes at Goodwood earlier this month and new trainer Charlie Appleby has been thrilled with the progress his charge has made since then.
He said: "He had a racecourse gallop on Saturday and I was very happy with him.
"All being well, we're still aiming towards the Irish St Leger and we're looking forward to it.
"We couldn't be happier with him at the moment." ======================================= Ribbons could bid for more Group One glory in the Prix de l'Opera at Longchamp on October 5 if conditions are suitable.
Connections of the James Fanshawe-trained filly are hoping for a wet autumn to allow her the chance to supplement her surprise victory in the Prix Jean Romanet at Deauville on Sunday.
"It was great. We all thought she wanted one mile, two. Obviously the ground was a key thing," said Dan Downie, racing manager for owners Elite Racing Club.
"I wouldn't say we were confident. We were more nervous than anything, but we'd always liked her so we pitched her in and were delighted.
"We'd left her out of races this summer and withdrawn her at the last minute due to the ground. We'd got to the point where it was nice and we wanted to go abroad with her anyway so it all worked out well in the end.
"She's fine. We haven't got any firm plans yet. Obviously, the Prix de l'Opera on Arc day is a probability.
"We'll have a look and see. I remember a few years ago we had Border Patrol running in a Group One on Arc day thinking he'd get his favoured soft ground and it turned out to be quick.
"We'd be hoping we get a reasonably wet autumn for her. She's great, she's in good form and we're delighted with her." =========================================
Smart juvenile Kool Kompany will go under the hammer at Doncaster's Horses In Training sale next week.
The Richard Hannon-trained colt has won five times from eight starts for owners Middleham Park Racing, striking twice at Group Two level in the Railway Stakes at the Curragh and the Prix Robert Papin at Maisons-Laffitte.
He was only narrowly denied a Group One victory when held by Dick Whittington in the Phoenix Stakes on his return to Ireland earlier this month and was last seen finishing sixth in a valuable sales race at York last week.
While proud of the youngster's exploits, Middleham Park racing manager Tim Palin believes now is the right time to move the two-year-old on if the price is right.
Middleham Park owned last season's champion juvenile Toormore, but he has so far failed to reach those heights as a three-year-old.
Palin said: "I think at the end of the day we're a commercial outfit and maybe we have learnt a bit from what happened with Toormore.
"There is a good time to keep a horse and a good time to sell and I think this might be the right time to sell Kool Kompany as we believe his value is at its premium.
"The timing of the sale is perfect as it comes at a time of year when owners are deliberating over how many yearlings they might want to be involved with for next season. Kool Kompany's owners will hopefully be able to reinvest.
"The other good thing about the sale being next week rather than October is that he does have the entries in the Mill Reef Stakes at Newbury (September 20) and the Middle Park at Newmarket (October 17), so that might make him more attractive to potential purchasers if the horse is to stay in Europe.
"One thing I do want to point out is that he's definitely not just a two-year-old. He's a decent size and a strong horse and I'm sure he will train on next season.
"DBS (Doncaster Bloodstock Sales) actually approached us to see if we might want to enter him in the sale as they have a lot of clients coming from around the world and the feeling is the market is going to be very strong.
"He'll obviously have a decent reserve on him and if he doesn't make the reserve, we'll keep hold of him and go for the Mill Reef and the Middle Park as planned." ======================================
Toormore remains on course for a likely trip to Turkey on Sunday week for the International Topkapi Trophy at Veliefendi.
Last season's champion juvenile failed to make a significant impact in either the 2000 Guineas or the St James's Palace Stakes at Royal Ascot, but his narrow second in the Lennox Stakes at Glorious Goodwood was a step in the right direction.
The three-year-old is now pencilled in for a trip to Istanbul, with the Boomerang Stakes at Leopardstown another option should connections have a change of heart.
Tim Palin, racing manager for owners Middleham Park Racing, said: "It is not absolutely cast-iron that he'll be going to Turkey, but that is the preferred option and the wheels are in motion regarding travel arrangements. If he is going there he'll travel over early next week to give him some time to settle in.
"Producer won the race last year, so it's a tried and tested route for the Hannons and the winner receives well over £200,000, so it's a big pot.
"Looking at the entries, I think there's every chance he'll go off favourite or second-favourite, so it's the right race to run him in and he must go there with a live chance.
"If for whatever reason we decide against travelling to Istanbul, the obvious alternative is the Boomerang Stakes at Leopardstown on Irish Champions Weekend, but Turkey is favourite at this stage." =========================================
Veteran sprinter Kingsgate Native will bid to get off the mark for the campaign in the Betfred Beverley Bullet on Saturday.
Winner of the Nunthorpe in 2007 and the Golden Jubilee at Royal Ascot the following year, Kingsgate Native is in the twilight of his career as a nine-year-old, but has run consistently well in defeat for trainer Robert Cowell this season.
His latest effort, when eighth in the King George Stakes at Glorious Goodwood, was perhaps his most disappointing run of the year, but Cowell believes he will better suited by the tougher test presented by Beverley.
He said: "He's an intended runner, as long as the ground isn't too soft.
"His better runs this year have been on stiffer tracks like Sandown and Newmarket, so I would think Beverley will suit him well." =======================================
Cam Hardie claimed his latest achievement on a growing list when riding a winner in the royal blue colours of Godolphin at Lingfield.
The apprentice created history at the same Surrey course when landing the first ever race held in Britain on Good Friday, and successes at Glorious Goodwood and on Eclipse day at Sandown have followed.
While based with Richard Hannon, he has evidently caught the attention of Godolphin trainer Charlie Appleby, who supplied the mount on Barchan in the 32Red Casino Nursery. The 9-4 favourite only needed to be shaken up to pass Magic Mac and score by a length.
"I appreciate Mr Appleby and all those connected with Godolphin and Sheikh Mohammed for giving me nice opportunities. I had my first ride for him last week. They're little races but it feels very good to be in the Godolphin blue," said Hardie.
"He's a good-looking colt, and his sire War Front has produced some good ones. Hopefully there should be more to come from him."
As well as the intervening event at Catterick, Appleby had already won the opening race of the afternoon. He booked William Buick for Turning Times, a flighty roan daughter of Pivotal, and the even-money favourite for the £10 Free Bet At 32RedSport.com Maiden Fillies' Stakes.
After finishing second on her previous two starts, Turning Times was that bit more streetwise than her four rivals and made all the running to score by two lengths from Lexi's Red Devil, the only other runner to have appeared before.
"She'd got a bit of experience, and that helps around a tight track like this. I'd say a mile is her maximum, and her optimum," said Buick.
While Hardie's trajectory continues upwards, he would surely like to reach the position of another of his apprentice colleagues. Oisin Murphy, who was last week announced as Qatar Racing's second jockey, took the Racing Specials At 32RedSport.com Handicap.
Brother Tiger (9-4 favourite) was dropping back to five furlongs for the first time but came with a powerful run up the inside to score by half a length from Angel Way.
"I got him settled off a fast pace and he's seen it out well. David Griffiths (trainer) has done very well with Take Cover, in the same colours. This horse isn't on the same level, but hopefully he'll continue to improve," said Murphy.
Khalid Abdullah has kept horses in training with Amanda Perrett's family since the days of Dancing Brave and Warning in the 1980s and there was an encouraging debut victory from his Spacelab in the Greyhound Maiden Stakes.
Related to the likes of Flintshire, the James Doyle-ridden 25-1 chance picked off well-backed 7-4 favourite Rembrandt Van Rijn by half a length.
"She only came to us this year, she didn't run as a two-year-old and was out in Ireland. We've always been grateful for the support of Prince Khalid, and she looks a lovely filly with strength and scope," said Perrett.
Ohio (6-1) looked a little less exposed than some in the 32 Red Handicap and she came good for trainer Nick Littmoden and jockey Luke Morris.
"She's got a nice attitude and she improved for the step up in trip. She was just pulling up a bit close home, and she'll win again when she gets her turn," said Morris.
Harry Bentley, who will be replaced by Murphy in the Qatar job, issued a reminder of his talents on Fiducia (16-1) in division one of the Indus Catering Handicap, while Lifejacket (3-1) took division two.
The concluding All New 32RedSport.com Handicap went to all-the-way 11-4 favourite Secret Success. ======================================
Trainer Mick Halford is hoping smart mare Slipper Orchid can pick up some valuable black type in the Coolmore Stud Fairy Bridge Stakes at Tipperary on Thursday.
The five-year-old has already won at Dundalk and Fairyhouse during a pleasing campaign and was last seen finishing fourth in Listed company at the Galway Festival.
She now tests the water at Group Three level and Halford admits he will be satisfied if his charge comes back with minor honours.
He said: "It looks a very strong race, but she's working well and in good form.
"A drop of rain wouldn't do us any harm and if she was placed I'd be very pleased."
Slipper Orchid features among 10 runners in the extended seven-furlong contest, with the Johnny Murtagh-trained Purr Along heading the field.
The four-year-old has finished third in the Duke of Cambridge Stakes at Royal Ascot and fourth in the Falmouth at Newmarket since winning the Lanwades Stud Stakes at the Curragh in May.
Dermot Weld has declared Big Break and Tested, with stable jockey Pat Smullen choosing the latter.
Wannabe Better, Tobann, Witches Brew, Booker, Some Spirit and Harry´s Princess complete the line-up.
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 27, 2014 19:12:27 GMT
Worcester, 27 Aug 14
Race 3 - 5:35pm THE £10 FREE BET AT 32RedSport.com STANDARD OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 6) The Stewards considered the running of SAVER, ridden by Sam Twiston-Davies and trained by Nigel Twiston-Davies, which finished unplaced. The Stewards noted that the trainer’s representative could offer no explanation for the gelding's performance. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 5 - 6:35pm THE 32Red CASINO CLAIMING HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Sam Twiston-Davies, the rider of WHAT AN OSCAR (IRE), which was pulled up, reported that the gelding lost its action. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities.
The Stewards considered the running of CLASSIC COLORI (IRE), ridden by Killian Moore and trained by Martin Keighley, which finished unplaced. The Stewards noted the trainer’s explanation that the gelding ran flat. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities.
View Stewards Report Carlisle, 27 Aug 14
Race 1 - 2:00pm THE BETFAIR NOVICE FLAT AMATEUR RIDERS' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (for Novice Amateur Riders) The Stewards considered the apparent improvement in form of the winner, THEWESTWALIAN (USA) ridden by Miss Molly King and trained by Peter Hiatt, compared with its previous run at Thirsk on 18 August 2014, where the gelding finished eleven of fourteen, beaten approximately 10 lengths. They noted the trainer’s explanation that the gelding was better suited by the stiffer track and quicker pace. They ordered THEWESTWALIAN (USA) to be routine tested.
The Stewards considered the running of CHOC'A'MOCA (IRE), ridden by Mr A. French and trained by Paul Midgley, which finished unplaced. They noted the trainer's representative could offer no explanation for the gelding’s performance. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 2 - 2:30pm THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) Samantha Bell, the rider of CODGER'S GIFT (IRE), unplaced, reported that the filly jumped left leaving the stalls.
Race 5 - 4:00pm THE WATCH RACINGUK SKY 432 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (LONDON MILE SERIES QUALIFIER) The Stewards considered the running of HENRY THE AVIATOR (USA), ridden by Joe Fanning and trained by Mark Johnston, which finished unplaced. They noted the trainer's representative could offer no explanation for the gelding’s performance. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 6 - 4:30pm THE JOIN NOW AT Rewards4Racing.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) The Stewards held an enquiry into the use of the whip by Megan Carberry, the rider of the winner, REMEMBER ROCKY, from two furlongs out. Having heard her evidence and viewed recordings of the race, they found her in breach of Schedule (B)6 Part 2 in that she had used her whip above the permitted level. The Stewards suspended Carberry for 2 days as follows: Wednesday 10 and Thursday 11 September 2014.
Wilf Storey, the trainer of NELSON'S BAY, unplaced, reported that the gelding had a breathing problem.
View Stewards Report Kempton Park, 27 Aug 14
Race 1 - 5:55pm THE KEMPTON LIVE WITH DIZZEE RASCAL 06.09.14 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (Jockey Club Grassroots Flat Sprint Series Qualifier) The Stewards held an enquiry into the running and riding of DYLAN'S CENTENARY, ridden by Sophie Killoran and trained by Rod Millman, which having been slowly away and well behind in the early stages, stayed on well in the final two furlongs to finish seventh, beaten some 6 lengths. They interviewed the rider and the trainer's representative. They also received a report from the Veterinary Officer who confirmed that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities. The rider stated that her instructions were to keep on the inside and not to rush the gelding. She added that having missed the break today, she was conscious to try and make up ground without bustling the horse, as having run previously over a mile when the gelding broke slowly, she had been too hasty to make up ground and DYLAN'S CENTENARY failed to get the trip. The trainer's representative confirmed these instructions and stated that it was unfortunate the gelding broke so slowly but was satisfied with the ride given. Having heard their evidence and viewed recordings of the race the Stewards noted their explanations.
The Stewards held an enquiry into the use of the whip by Kieren Fox, the rider of STAPLEFORD LAD, placed third, from the two furlong marker. Having heard his evidence and viewed recordings of the race, they found him in breach of Schedule (B)6 Part 2 in that he used his whip above the permitted level. The Stewards suspended Fox for 2 days as follows: Wednesday 10 and Thursday 11 September 2014.
Race 4 - 7:25pm THE BETDAQ 3% COMMISSION NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Liam Jones, the rider of AKAVIT (IRE), unplaced, reported that the colt was slowly away.
Non-Race related incidents The Starter reported that IMPERIAL LINK, trained by Paul Cole, refused to enter the stalls. The trainer’s attention was drawn to the restriction incurred under Rule (B)44 and informed that the filly could not run until the day after passing a stalls test.
View Stewards Report Lingfield Park, 27 Aug 14
Race 2 - 2:50pm THE 32Red CASINO NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) The Stewards held an enquiry to consider the apparent improvement in form of the winner, BARCHAN (USA), ridden by Cam Hardie, and trained by Charlie Appleby, which had never previously been placed. They interviewed the trainer's representative who stated that the colt appeared to have benefited from a wind operation since its last run. Having heard his evidence they forwarded his explanation to the British Horseracing Authority so that the previous performances of BARCHAN (USA) could be reviewed.
Richard Hughes, the rider of PIPING DREAM (IRE), placed fourth, reported that the filly whinnied during the race. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the filly failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 3 - 3:20pm THE 32Red HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) George Baker, the rider of HIORNE TOWER (FR), unplaced, reported that the colt stopped quickly. John Best, the trainer, subsequently reported that the colt was lame behind and this was confirmed by the Veterinary Officer.
Race 4 - 3:50pm THE RACING SPECIALS AT 32RedSport.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) The Veterinary Officer reported that STONE OF FOLCA, unplaced, trained by John Best, lost a right fore shoe.
Race 5 - 4:25pm THE GREYHOUND MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) The Veterinary Officer reported that GRACEFUL WILLOW, unplaced, trained by John E, Long, had bled from the nose.
Race 6 - 4:55pm THE INDUS CATERING HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV I) The Stewards considered the apparent improvement in form of the winner, FIDUCIA, ridden by Harry Bentley, and trained by Simon Dow, compared with its previous run at Epsom on 17 July 2014, where the filly finished fifth of six, beaten 13 lengths over 7 furlongs on good to firm ground.. They noted the trainer’s explanation that the stable has been out of form. They ordered FIDUCIA to be routine tested.
Pat Cosgrave, the rider of BRYANT PARK (USA), unplaced, reported that the gelding hung left and moved poorly throughout. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Louis Steward, the rider of Booktheband (IRE), unplaced, reported that the gelding moved poorly throughout. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 7 - 5:25pm THE INDUS CATERING HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV II) The Veterinary Officer reported that CYFLYMDER (IRE), placed second, trained by David C. Griffiths, lost a left hind shoe.
Race 8 - 6:00pm THE ALL NEW 32RedSport.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) The Stewards held an enquiry into possible interference on the final bend.. Having heard their evidence and viewed recordings of the race they found that interference had taken place between HARRY BOSCH, unplaced, ridden by Tom Queally, MULTITASK, unplaced, ridden by William Carson, and BOBOLI GARDENS ,unplaced, ridden by Lemos de Sousa. They found the interference was accidental.
Non-Race related incidents In race four the Starter reported that BROTHER TIGER, trained by David C. Griffiths, was the subject of a third criteria failure. The trainer’s attention was drawn to the restriction incurred under Rule (B)44 and informed that the gelding could not run until the day after passing a stalls test.
View Stewards Report Catterick Bridge, 27 Aug 14
Race 3 - 3:10pm THE BARRIES ICES AND REFRESHMENTS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Graham Lee, the rider of JAN SMUTS (IRE), unplaced, reported that the gelding hung left under pressure. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination during routine testing of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 4 - 3:40pm THE EAT SLEEP DRINK NAGS HEAD PICKHILL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (BOBIS RACE) Royston Ffrench, the rider of SPIRIT OF ALSACE (IRE), unplaced, reported that the filly was restless in the stalls.
Tom Eaves, the rider of JACOB BLACK, placed fourth, reported that his saddle slipped.
Race 6 - 4:45pm THE 2014 CATTERICK TWELVE FURLONG SERIES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (BOBIS RACE) The Stewards noted that there was interference between SIR CHARLIE KUNZ, unplaced, and INDIRA, placed second, two furlongs out, but after viewing a recording of the incident they were satisfied that it neither involved a riding offence nor improved INDIRA’s placing.
The Stewards held an enquiry into possible interference shortly after the two furlong marker. Having heard their evidence and viewed recordings of the race they found that the winner, GALIZZI (USA), ridden by Kieren Fallon, had shifted slightly right interfering with SIR CHARLIE KUNZ, unplaced, ridden by Franny Norton. They found the interference was accidental.
The Stewards considered the running of SIR CHARLIE KUNZ, ridden by Franny Norton and trained by Mark Johnston, which finished unplaced. They noted the trainer's representative could offer no explanation for the colt’s performance. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination during routine testing of the colt failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 7 - 5:15pm THE RACING AGAIN SATURDAY 20th SEPTEMBER HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) David Nicholls, the trainer of SPRING BIRD, unplaced, reported that the mare was unsuited by the track. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the mare during routine testing failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Non-Race related incidents The record of vaccinations in the passport of LUNESDALE BUDDY, trained by Alan Berry, did not comply with the Rules of Racing. The Stewards found the trainer in breach of Rule (E)18 and fined him £140.
The Starter reported that WOODLAND GIRL, trained by Richard Fahey, was unruly in the stalls and withdrawn. The trainer’s attention was drawn to the restriction incurred under Rule (B)44 and informed that the filly could not run until the day after passing a stalls test.
The Stewards held an enquiry following a report from the Starter that DANCING JUICE, trained by K R Burke, refused to enter the stalls and was withdrawn. The attention of the trainer's representative was drawn to the restriction incurred under Rule (B)44 and informed that the gelding could not run until the day after passing a stalls test. This being the second occasion within the previous 12 months that DANCING JUICE had been reported, the Stewards informed the trainer's representative that if the gelding were reported for a third time within the same period, DANCING JUICE would be prevented from having a stalls test for 6 months.
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 27, 2014 19:14:14 GMT
Faydhan suffers leg injury Betfred have eased Faydhan to 12-1 (from 8) for the Qipco 2,000 Guineas following the news he has suffered a leg injury and could mis the rest of this season. Ivawood, formerly the 8-1 joint-favourite, now heads the betting at 7-1. ===================================
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 27, 2014 19:16:59 GMT
THURSDAY.
ROBIN GOODDFELLOW.
Fontwell
2.10 Workbench
2.40 Accessallareas
3.15 You’ve Been Mowed
3.45 Hi Note
4.20 The Kings Assassin
4.50 Crannaghmore Boy
5.25 Couloir Extreme
Ffos Las
2.00 Charlie's Star (nb)
2.30 Why Not Now
3.00 Bold
3.35 Society Pearl
4.05 Unison
4.35 Just Duchess
5.05 Race To Glory
Hamilton
4.45 Risen Sun
5.20 Sketch Map
5.50 Paddy's Rock
6.20 COINCIDENTLY (NAP)
6.50 Geanie Mac
7.20 Showtime Star
7.50 Rock Canyon
Lingfield
4.40 Robin Hill
5.10 Picc of Burgau
5.40 Ray Of Joy
6.20 New Identity
6.40 Ex Oriente
7.10 Giant Sequoia
7.40 Benoordenhout
Stratford
1.50 Mr Gallivanter
2.20 Mile House
2.50 Ulis De Vassy
3.25 Douchkirk
3.55 To The Sky
4.25 Moulin De La Croix
4.55 Primo Rossi
Work Whisper
You’ve Been Mowed (Fontwell, 3.15)
Weighting Game
Hayek (Hamilton, 5.50)
Down 25lb from last winning mark.
Burnt Fingers
Latin Rebel (Hamilton, 6.50)
Captain Heath Trio
Split The Atom (nap) (Ffos Las, 3.00)
Ulis De Vass y (nb) (Stratford, 2.50)
Ravenous (treble) (Stratford, 1.50)
Formcast Special Bet
Why Not Now (nap) (Ffos Las, 2.30)
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Post by banger on Aug 27, 2014 21:00:04 GMT
Veteran sprinter Kingsgate Native will bid to get off the mark of the campaign in the Betfred Beverley Bullet on Saturday. Kingsgate Native is ready for the Beverley Bullet Winner of the Nunthorpe in 2007 and the Golden Jubilee at Royal Ascot the following year, Kingsgate Native is in the twilight of his career as a nine-year-old, but has run consistently well in defeat for trainer Robert Cowell this season. His latest effort, when eighth in the King George Stakes at Glorious Goodwood, was perhaps his most disappointing run of the year, but Cowell believes he will better suited by the tougher test presented by Beverley. He said: "He's an intended runner, as long as the ground isn't too soft. "His better runs this year have been on stiffer tracks like Sandown and Newmarket, so I would think Beverley will suit him well."
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Post by banger on Aug 27, 2014 21:03:28 GMT
Brian Toomey still faces several obstacles if he is to beat the odds and make a fairytale return to the saddle. Brian Toomey is targeting a return to the saddle The 25-year-old is determined to do whatever it takes to resume his career, despite suffering serious head injuries in a fall at Perth on July 4, 2013. Toomey was hurt when the Lisa Harrison-trained Solway Dandy fell heavily three out in the Book Now For 2014 Perth Festival Conditional Jockeys' Handicap Hurdle. "I was in hospital for nearly six months. I barely remember a thing from that time," Toomey told At The Races. "I'd had loads of falls in the past, but in this one I didn't break anything, it was just that the brain was swelling up so much. I was rushed to hospital and they removed part of my brain to make room for the brain to swell. "I don't realise how lucky I've been. They said there was a three per cent chance of me surviving. That's not a whole lot. "I want to come back because it's what I love doing. It's all I want to do. Some people might think I'm crazy, but if someone fell down the stairs would they walk up the stairs again? "I wasn't allowed to ride out until it had been a year. The minute it was I started riding out for Brian Ellison every day and I really appreciate his help. "I've done loads of tests. Obviously there have been jockeys who've had head injuries before, but actually none as serious as mine. "There'll probably be some more tests I'll have to do and anything I'm asked to do I'll put 100 per cent effort into it." Toomey will be subject to stringent tests by the British Horseracing Authority if he is to fulfil his dream and race ride again. "Jockeys and riders are required to meet the BHA 'Medical Standards for Fitness to Ride' on an on-going basis," said BHA media manager Robin Mounsey. "For those who wish to return to race-riding following a serious injury, appropriate medical examinations and tests will be undertaken to determine that they meet the medical standards." Toomey knows he is some way off his goal yet, but will keep on going. "I've schooled over fences and I've had a fall and I took it well. If I got back it might inspire some people who are ill and those who've been injured and I think it can be done," he said. "I've done loads of work and researched sports men and women who have had similar injuries and have got back. It's going to be tricky, but my surgeons and doctors are very happy with me. "If I can prove I'm an equal risk as other jockeys in the weighing room that would be a big plus. I had to resit my driving test and passed so I'm back on the road, so hopefully I'll be able to ride in a race."
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Post by banger on Aug 27, 2014 21:12:46 GMT
John Gosden aims to have three runners in the Ladbrokes St Leger as he looks to win the world's oldest Classic for a fifth time at Doncaster on September 13. Forever Now, Alex My Boy and Kings Fete could meet again at Doncaster The Newmarket handler is set to call on Derby third Romsdal, March Stakes winner Forever Now and also Marzocco in a bid to supplement his triumphs on Town Moor with Shantou in 1996, Lucarno (2007), Arctic Cosmos (2010) and Masked Marvel (2011). "We've got three horses in the race who all belong in it," Gosden said. "Romsdal ran a great race in the Derby and ran very well at Chester. He didn't run a good race in the King George. He got done on that looser ground and spun his wheels. Hughesie (Richard Hughes) wasn't happy with him so he left him alone. "He's a legitimate horse for the race and we've always had the Derby, the King George and then the Leger as his plan. "Forever Now won very well the other day in the March Stakes, which is a proper trial for the Leger. He stays well, the one-mile-six and 132 yards will not bother him one bit and he's got a grand attitude. "He's an immature horse, but he's an improving horse and he belongs in the race. "Marzocco was staying on again in the Voltigeur. He's a very idle horse, very laid-back and he doesn't seem to wake up until the race is virtually over. "The plan for the moment is those three horses will run. They all have legitimate claims." Check out the latest ante-post prices for the St Leger Gosden took out King Edward VII Stakes scorer Eagle Top and Cloudscape at the latest acceptance stage, after which 21 horses remain. He respects the claims of ante-post favourite Kingston Hill, but there is no guarantee any horse will stay the extended mile and three-quarters of the Doncaster showpiece. "Kingston Hill is a very solid horse and won the Racing Post Trophy there. I assume he'll stay. It's not totally guaranteed. You truly don't find out in the Leger until you come to between the two-furlong pole and the one," Gosden told At The Races.
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Post by banger on Aug 27, 2014 21:21:49 GMT
Thursday: Going, weather and non-runners FONTWELL GOING: GOOD (GoingStick 7.0) (Fences inner. Hurdles middle outer. Bends moved to provide fresh ground)
WEATHER (Light rain) HAMILTON GOING: GOOD (Good to soft in places; GoingStick 7.3) (All races over 1m or further reduced by approx 25yds due to provision of fresh ground on loop. Safety factor for all starts on straight course reduced by 2 owing to dolling out of farside rail)
WEATHER (Rain)
STALLS 6f & 1m4f - Stands' side; 5f - Centre; 1m & 1m1f - Inside
NON RUNNERS 6:20 Dark Crystal (12), 6:50 Schmooze (4) LINGFIELD GOING: Turf - SOFT (GoingStick 6.6); AWT - STANDARD
WEATHER (Light rain)
STALLS Turf - Centre; AWT - Inside STRATFORD GOING: GOOD (Good to soft in places; GoingStick 7.4)
WEATHER (Showers) BELLEWSTOWN GOING: YIELDING TO SOFT
WEATHER (Showers) TIPPERARY GOING: GOOD (Good to firm in places)
WEATHER (Showers) FFOS LAS GOING: GOOD TO SOFT (GoingStick 7.4)
WEATHER (Showers)
STALLS Sprint course - Centre; Remainder - Inside
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 28, 2014 8:28:41 GMT
As you know we have been unable to post the system selections during the past few days and this might happen again in the future. We hope not to many times. All banks are now updated some going up and some down. We have rounded all the banks down so no more . something. Just a reminder when a bank reaches 1000 points or more that is the end of the trial.
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 28, 2014 9:05:39 GMT
MOST TIPPED Workbench 2:10 Fontwell MOST TIPPED OUTSIDER Supapowers 2:20 Stratford MOST NAPPED William Hogarth 4:35 Ffos Las MOST NAPPED OUTSIDER Starlite Jewel 5:20 Hamilton =========================================
Frank Berry, racing manager: FIT FOR THE JOB " “He came out of his win at Galway fine and David [Wachman, trainer] is happy with him. He has his share of weight but we’re expecting a good run. A drop of rain wouldn’t go amiss.” " Fit For The Job 6:00 Tipperary =======================================
43%: The strike rate (13 winners from 30 runners) for Warren Greatrex (Relentless Pursuit) at Stratford Relentless Pursuit 1:50 Stratford =======================================
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TODAY'S NAPS TIME CRS TIPSTER LEVEL STAKES Cahal 5:20 Haml The Irish Field Rory Delargy +31.42 Ex Oriente 6:40 Ling Racing Post Postdata +26.00 Escrick 4:40 Ling Racing Post The Edge +20.98 No Likey 2:50 Strf Western Daily Press Bob Watts +16.41 William Hogarth 4:35 Ffos Racing and Football Outlook +15.51 Big Baz 4:05 Ffos Weekender Paul Kealy +13.10 Split The Atom 3:00 Ffos Western Morning News West Tip +11.78 Benoordenhout 7:40 Ling Blackpool Gazette Steve Simpson +7.61 King Of Paradise 6:50 Haml Racing Post The North +2.75 Scottish Strand 6:20 Haml Sunday Mirror Gary Nutting +0.83 Finding Your Feet 4:20 Font Belfast Newsletter Wise Owl +0.16 New Identity 6:10 Ling Glasgow Evening Times Jeffrey Ross -0.28 Unison 4:05 Ffos Racing Post Lambourn -3.03 Taqneen 4:05 Ffos Oldham Evening Chronicle Keith McHugh -8.51 Scottish Strand 6:20 Haml Yorkshire Evening Post Lee Sobot -10.26 Nelson´s Pride 5:20 Haml Liverpool Echo Chris Wright -12.17 Taqneen 4:05 Ffos Racing Post Newmarket -12.19 William Hogarth 4:35 Ffos Racing Post RP Ratings -12.36 Finding Your Feet 4:20 Font The Sun Templegate -14.22 Oscars Journey 5:10 Ling The Star Patrick Weaver -14.99 Paddy´s Rock 5:50 Haml Daily Telegraph Marlborough -15.99 William Hogarth 4:35 Ffos The Press, York Ebor -16.78 Coincidently 6:20 Haml Daily Mail Robin Goodfellow -16.81 Iktiview 3:55 Strf Coventry Telegraph Derek Brown -18.00 Prince Jock 4:05 Ffos Irish Post Karl Hedley -20.02 No Likey 2:50 Strf Sunday Mail Rockavon -20.42 Risen Sun 4:45 Haml Daily Post Mercury -21.85 Showtime Star 7:20 Haml Daily Express The Scout -22.65 Celesta 4:55 Strf South Wales Argus Melissa Jones -25.61 Zinnobar 7:10 Ling Daily Mirror Newsboy -27.60 Race To Glory 5:05 Ffos Carlisle News & Star Phil Rostron -28.07 Starlite Jewel 5:20 Haml Daily Star Sunday Moorestyle -29.39 Accessallareas 2:40 Font The Scotsman Glendale -30.03 Ulis De Vassy 2:50 Strf Sheffield Star Fortunatus -30.38 Park Glen 2:00 Ffos Sunday Express Chris Goulding -31.98 Park Glen 2:00 Ffos Sunday Telegraph Whistler -33.53 Tansfeeq 2:00 Ffos Yorkshire Post The Duke -34.03 Coincidently 6:20 Haml Morning Star Farringdon -34.06 West End 4:25 Strf Racing Post Spotlight -35.60 Scottish Strand 6:20 Haml Daily Record Garry Owen -39.55 Torridon 5:50 Haml The Guardian -41.56 Couloir Extreme 5:25 Font The Times Rob Wright -48.43 =====================================
Today's Pointers Hot Trainers Trainer Wins Runs Win % Place Place % Races Richard Hannon 6 49 12.24 16 32.65 Today's entries A P O'Brien 6 22 27.27 12 54.55 Today's entries B Ellison 5 27 18.52 9 33.33 Today's entries M Johnston 4 49 8.16 19 38.78 Today's entries J S Goldie 4 16 25.0 9 56.25 Today's entries G Elliott 4 15 26.67 7 46.67 Today's entries D M Simcock 4 19 21.05 7 36.84 Today's entries K A Ryan 3 23 13.04 7 30.43 Today's entries J Tate 3 11 27.27 5 45.45 Today's entries M Halford 3 16 18.75 5 31.25 Today's entries E A L Dunlop 3 11 27.27 4 36.36 Today's entries J S Bolger 3 16 18.75 4 25.0 Today's entries Mrs A Duffield 3 16 18.75 4 25.0 Today's entries W McCreery 3 6 50.0 3 50.0 Today's entries Jonjo O'Neill 3 6 50.0 3 50.0 Today's entries W P Mullins 3 11 27.27 3 27.27 Today's entries K R Burke 2 18 11.11 8 44.44 Today's entries K Dalgleish 2 13 15.38 5 38.46 Today's entries D McCain Jnr 2 14 14.29 5 35.71 Today's entries A M Balding 2 21 9.52 5 23.81 Today's entries Ian Williams 2 9 22.22 4 44.44 Today's entries S C Williams 2 10 20.0 4 40.0 Today's entries D K Weld 2 11 18.18 4 36.36 Today's entries B Smart 2 12 16.67 4 33.33 Today's entries P D Evans 2 13 15.38 4 30.77 Today's entries Mrs A J Perrett 2 9 22.22 3 33.33 Today's entries M F De Kock 2 5 40.0 2 40.0 Today's entries E Lynam 2 5 40.0 2 40.0 Today's entries A J Martin 2 6 33.33 2 33.33 Today's entries S A Harris 2 10 20.0 2 20.0 Today's entries R Charlton 1 10 10.0 7 70.0 Today's entries M R Channon 1 25 4.0 7 28.0 Today's entries C G Cox 1 9 11.11 5 55.56 Today's entries J M Oxx 1 11 9.09 5 45.45 Today's entries Eve Johnson Houghton 1 8 12.5 4 50.0 Today's entries J P Murtagh 1 10 10.0 4 40.0 Today's entries T D Easterby 1 15 6.67 4 26.67 Today's entries E De Giles 1 4 25.0 3 75.0 Today's entries M Hourigan 1 4 25.0 3 75.0 Today's entries P A Kirby 1 5 20.0 3 60.0 Today's entries W J Knight 1 5 20.0 3 60.0 Today's entries Sir Mark Prescott 1 6 16.67 3 50.0 Today's entries H Morrison 1 7 14.29 3 42.86 Today's entries W R Muir 1 7 14.29 3 42.86 Today's entries G L Moore 1 8 12.5 3 37.5 Today's entries J Noseda 1 8 12.5 3 37.5 Today's entries H Rogers 1 8 12.5 3 37.5 Today's entries Mrs J Harrington 1 11 9.09 3 27.27 Today's entries G M Lyons 1 4 25.0 2 50.0 Today's entries D Skelton 1 4 25.0 2 50.0 Today's entries Denis Hogan 1 5 20.0 2 40.0 Today's entries R C Guest 1 6 16.67 2 33.33 Today's entries J R Jenkins 1 8 12.5 2 25.0 Today's entries J G Portman 1 9 11.11 2 22.22 Today's entries S-J Davies 1 1 100.0 1 100.0 Today's entries R Hennessy 1 1 100.0 1 100.0 Today's entries C E Longsdon 1 1 100.0 1 100.0 Today's entries Ms M Mullins 1 1 100.0 1 100.0 Today's entries K C Bailey 1 2 50.0 1 50.0 Today's entries R Ingram 1 2 50.0 1 50.0 Today's entries A Bailey 1 3 33.33 1 33.33 Today's entries J Gallagher 1 3 33.33 1 33.33 Today's entries N Tinkler 1 3 33.33 1 33.33 Today's entries A W Carroll 1 4 25.0 1 25.0 Today's entries E Doyle 1 4 25.0 1 25.0 Today's entries J J Bridger 1 5 20.0 1 20.0 Today's entries D Marnane 1 5 20.0 1 20.0 Today's entries S Kirk 1 6 16.67 1 16.67 Today's entries D Nicholls 1 6 16.67 1 16.67 Today's entries Hot Jockeys Jockey Wins Rides Win % Place Place % Races A P McCoy 10 27 37.04 14 51.85 Today's rides James Doyle 9 30 30.0 13 43.33 Today's rides Freddie Tylicki 6 19 31.58 8 42.11 Today's rides Jim Crowley 5 24 20.83 11 45.83 Today's rides R Hughes 5 27 18.52 10 37.04 Today's rides P Makin 4 19 21.05 10 52.63 Today's rides R Johnson 4 18 22.22 8 44.44 Today's rides P Cosgrave 4 19 21.05 8 42.11 Today's rides S Twiston-Davies 4 13 30.77 5 38.46 Today's rides T Hamilton 3 21 14.29 11 52.38 Today's rides L Morris 3 27 11.11 11 40.74 Today's rides G Baker 3 18 16.67 8 44.44 Today's rides S W Kelly 3 20 15.0 7 35.0 Today's rides Cam Hardie 3 24 12.5 7 29.17 Today's rides G Lee 3 26 11.54 7 26.92 Today's rides Martin Harley 3 29 10.34 7 24.14 Today's rides P Mulrennan 3 26 11.54 5 19.23 Today's rides Amy Scott 3 5 60.0 4 80.0 Today's rides K Fallon 3 12 25.0 4 33.33 Today's rides Jason Hart 3 14 21.43 4 28.57 Today's rides Andrea Atzeni 2 16 12.5 8 50.0 Today's rides P Hanagan 2 24 8.33 7 29.17 Today's rides Charles Bishop 2 10 20.0 5 50.0 Today's rides Oisin Murphy 2 9 22.22 4 44.44 Today's rides Martin Dwyer 2 11 18.18 4 36.36 Today's rides Paul Moloney 2 11 18.18 4 36.36 Today's rides D Nolan 2 11 18.18 4 36.36 Today's rides Jack Garritty 2 15 13.33 4 26.67 Today's rides N D Fehily 2 7 28.57 3 42.86 Today's rides P J Smullen 2 7 28.57 3 42.86 Today's rides Adam Wedge 2 7 28.57 3 42.86 Today's rides S M Levey 2 18 11.11 3 16.67 Today's rides R P Mclernon 2 3 66.67 2 66.67 Today's rides Sam James 2 9 22.22 2 22.22 Today's rides Louis Steward 2 13 15.38 2 15.38 Today's rides J Fanning 1 34 2.94 12 35.29 Today's rides Kieran Shoemark 1 12 8.33 6 50.0 Today's rides J P Spencer 1 16 6.25 6 37.5 Today's rides George Downing 1 9 11.11 3 33.33 Today's rides William Carson 1 17 5.88 3 17.65 Today's rides S J Drowne 1 18 5.56 3 16.67 Today's rides L P Keniry 1 20 5.0 3 15.0 Today's rides Harry Skelton 1 4 25.0 2 50.0 Today's rides S Hitchcott 1 9 11.11 2 22.22 Today's rides J Quinn 1 12 8.33 2 16.67 Today's rides C Catlin 1 14 7.14 2 14.29 Today's rides B A Curtis 1 14 7.14 2 14.29 Today's rides David Probert 1 16 6.25 2 12.5 Today's rides T Eaves 1 25 4.0 2 8.0 Today's rides Miss Jodie Hughes 1 1 100.0 1 100.0 Today's rides Gary Mahon 1 1 100.0 1 100.0 Today's rides E Cookson 1 2 50.0 1 50.0 Today's rides Chris Meehan 1 2 50.0 1 50.0 Today's rides P Millman 1 2 50.0 1 50.0 Today's rides R J McCarth 1 4 25.0 1 25.0 Today's rides Philip Prince 1 4 25.0 1 25.0 Today's rides Samantha Bell 1 6 16.67 1 16.67 Today's rides T J O'Brien 1 6 16.67 1 16.67 Today's rides Danny Brock 1 7 14.29 1 14.29 Today's rides First-time Blinkers Horse Wins Runs Win % Place Place % Race Captain Scooby b1 10 116 8.62 33 28.45 Ham 19:50 Drumlang v1 7 28 25.0 10 35.71 Str 14:50 Green Bank bt 2 22 9.09 8 36.36 Str 16:25 Sketch Map v1 0 8 0.0 2 25.0 Ham 17:20 Tonguestraps Horse Wins Runs Win % Place Place % Race Rifleman pt 8 108 7.41 38 35.19 Str 15:55 Osmosia pt 7 49 14.29 17 34.69 Font 14:40 Royal Straight t 6 79 7.59 23 29.11 Ham 18:20 Pull The Pin bt 6 52 11.54 22 42.31 Ham 19:50 Moulin de La Croix t 6 46 13.04 18 39.13 Str 16:25 Wheelavit t 6 58 10.34 15 25.86 Font 17:25 Giant Sequoia t 5 35 14.29 9 25.71 Ling 19:10 What's For Tea vt 4 56 7.14 17 30.36 Font 17:25 Azrag t 4 18 22.22 8 44.44 Ling 18:40 Cubism t 3 34 8.82 9 26.47 Font 16:20 Seaside Shuffle t 3 30 10.0 6 20.0 Str 15:55 Giant O Murchu pt 3 29 10.34 5 17.24 Font 14:40 Fitandproperjob vt 3 35 8.57 5 14.29 Font 14:40 Rendl Beach t1 3 9 33.33 4 44.44 Font 15:45 Green Bank bt 2 22 9.09 8 36.36 Str 16:25 Mount Vesuvius t 2 25 8.0 8 32.0 Str 15:55 Iktiview bt 2 28 7.14 7 25.0 Str 15:55 Mossgo t 2 27 7.41 7 25.93 Ling 17:10 Vedani t 2 25 8.0 6 24.0 Font 14:10 Amroth Bay t1 2 21 9.52 5 23.81 Font 16:50 Reach The Beach t 2 21 9.52 5 23.81 Flas 16:35 Workbench t 2 13 15.38 3 23.08 Font 14:10 Unidexter ht 1 21 4.76 5 23.81 Font 17:25 Honiton Lace pt 1 12 8.33 2 16.67 Flas 14:30 Movementneverlies bt 1 15 6.67 2 13.33 Str 15:25 Kalamill t 0 24 0.0 7 29.17 Str 16:25 Choral Clan t 0 11 0.0 6 54.55 Ling 19:40 Robber Stone t 0 21 0.0 3 14.29 Str 15:55 Illegale bt 0 28 0.0 3 10.71 Ling 19:10 Rock Band bt 0 14 0.0 2 14.29 Ham 17:50 The Right Time t 0 17 0.0 2 11.76 Str 15:25 Celesta pt 0 1 0.0 1 100.0 Str 16:55 Helen's Armada t1 0 9 0.0 1 11.11 Flas 15:35 Massachusetts t 0 29 0.0 1 3.45 Str 15:25 Pindora t 0 6 0.0 0 0.0 Flas 16:35 Double U Dot Ede's t 0 6 0.0 0 0.0 Font 14:10 Herecomesthebride t 0 3 0.0 0 0.0 Font 15:15 Slanestown t 0 2 0.0 0 0.0 Str 16:55 Supapowers t 0 2 0.0 0 0.0 Str 14:20 Tinkers Lane t 0 1 0.0 0 0.0 Str 14:20 Swanage Bay t1 0 1 0.0 0 0.0 Str 14:20 Cheekpieces Horse Wins Runs Win % Place Place % Race Rifleman pt 8 108 7.41 38 35.19 Str 15:55 Osmosia pt 7 49 14.29 17 34.69 Font 14:40 Cardinal p 6 59 10.17 18 30.51 Ling 17:40 Fire In Babylon p1 5 26 19.23 8 30.77 Ling 19:10 Nether Stream p 5 36 13.89 8 22.22 Font 14:40 King Of Paradise p1 4 28 14.29 7 25.0 Ham 18:50 Owner Occupier p 3 49 6.12 14 28.57 Str 15:55 Giant O Murchu pt 3 29 10.34 5 17.24 Font 14:40 Solix p 2 18 11.11 4 22.22 Font 16:20 Oscars Journey p1 2 13 15.38 3 23.08 Ling 17:10 Golden Spear p 2 9 22.22 2 22.22 Flas 16:05 Geanie Mac p 1 40 2.5 16 40.0 Ham 18:50 Zinnobar p 1 14 7.14 5 35.71 Ling 19:10 Douchkirk p 1 16 6.25 5 31.25 Str 15:25 Minella Fiveo p 1 10 10.0 4 40.0 Font 16:20 The Kings Assassin p 1 12 8.33 4 33.33 Font 16:20 Hazzaat p1 1 17 5.88 4 23.53 Font 16:20 Bulletproof p 1 19 5.26 4 21.05 Font 17:25 West End p 1 13 7.69 3 23.08 Str 16:25 Paddy's Rock p1 1 8 12.5 2 25.0 Ham 17:50 Relentless Pursuit p1 1 9 11.11 2 22.22 Str 13:50 Benoordenhout p 1 9 11.11 2 22.22 Ling 19:40 Honiton Lace pt 1 12 8.33 2 16.67 Flas 14:30 Improvized p1 1 7 14.29 1 14.29 Flas 14:30 Hero's Story p 0 13 0.0 3 23.08 Ham 18:50 Sherry For Nanny p 0 10 0.0 2 20.0 Ham 19:50 New Lease Of Life p 0 12 0.0 2 16.67 Ham 19:50 Celesta pt 0 1 0.0 1 100.0 Str 16:55 Red Tide p 0 8 0.0 1 12.5 Ham 17:20 Spokesperson p 0 10 0.0 1 10.0 Ham 17:50 Skinny Latte p 0 10 0.0 0 0.0 Ham 17:20 Bannock Town p1 0 5 0.0 0 0.0 Ham 19:20 Course & Distance Winners Horse Wins Runs Win % Place Place % Race St Ignatius 13 84 15.48 26 30.95 Ham 18:50 Fol Hollow 11 84 13.1 30 35.71 Ham 19:50 Captain Scooby 10 116 8.62 33 28.45 Ham 19:50 Another Try 9 60 15.0 19 31.67 Ling 17:40 Wicked Wilma 8 118 6.78 35 29.66 Ham 19:50 Lord Buffhead 8 80 10.0 22 27.5 Ham 19:50 Osmosia 7 49 14.29 17 34.69 Font 14:40 Pull The Pin 6 52 11.54 22 42.31 Ham 19:50 Moulin de La Croix 6 46 13.04 18 39.13 Str 16:25 I'm Super Too 5 45 11.11 17 37.78 Ham 18:20 Giant Sequoia 5 35 14.29 9 25.71 Ling 19:10 What's For Tea 4 56 7.14 17 30.36 Font 17:25 Rock Canyon 3 56 5.36 13 23.21 Ham 19:50 Schmooze 3 28 10.71 12 42.86 Ham 18:50 Argaki 3 25 12.0 11 44.0 Ham 18:20 Engai 3 24 12.5 9 37.5 Str 14:50 Unison 3 15 20.0 5 33.33 Flas 16:05 Rendl Beach 3 9 33.33 4 44.44 Font 15:45 Try Catch Me 2 25 8.0 8 32.0 Font 14:40 Mount Vesuvius 2 25 8.0 8 32.0 Str 15:55 Ulis De Vassy 2 9 22.22 3 33.33 Str 14:50 Busy Bimbo 1 67 1.49 13 19.4 Ham 19:50 Zinnobar 1 14 7.14 5 35.71 Ling 19:10 The Kings Assassin 1 12 8.33 4 33.33 Font 16:20 Boosha 1 20 5.0 3 15.0 Str 16:25 Benoordenhout 1 9 11.11 2 22.22 Ling 19:40 Longest Travellers (360 miles) Horse Wins Runs Win % Place Place % Race St Ignatius 13 84 15.48 26 30.95 Ham 18:50 Coincidently 3 17 17.65 7 41.18 Ham 18:20 Scottish Strand 1 2 50.0 1 50.0 Ham 18:20 Most Naps Horse Wins Runs Win % Place Place % Race William Hogarth 4 55 7.27 15 27.27 Flas 16:35 Scottish Strand 1 2 50.0 1 50.0 Ham 18:20 Running Hot Horse Wins Runs Win % Place Place % Race Drumlang 7 28 25.0 10 35.71 Str 14:50 Crannaghmore Boy 4 25 16.0 9 36.0 Font 16:50 Hero De Villeneuve 4 16 25.0 4 25.0 Bel 18:45 Coincidently 3 17 17.65 7 41.18 Ham 18:20 Paddy's Rock 1 8 12.5 2 25.0 Ham 17:50 Money Talks Horse Wins Runs Win % Place Place % Race Forest Glen 0 6 0.0 1 16.67 Flas 14:30 Bifocal 0 2 0.0 0 0.0 Ham 19:20 Switching Stables Horse Wins Runs Win % Place Place % Race Fintan 5 36 13.89 10 27.78 Font 14:40 Golan Guy 4 41 9.76 10 24.39 Str 15:55 Aurelia Cotta 3 7 42.86 4 57.14 Tip 19:30 Rendl Beach 3 9 33.33 4 44.44 Font 15:45 Malachim Mist 2 15 13.33 5 33.33 Str 13:50 Amroth Bay 2 21 9.52 5 23.81 Font 16:50 Douchkirk 1 16 6.25 5 31.25 Str 15:25 Ravenous 1 6 16.67 3 50.0 Str 13:50 Relentless Pursuit 1 9 11.11 2 22.22 Str 13:50 Black Cow 0 9 0.0 4 44.44 Font 14:10 Harboured 0 5 0.0 1 20.0 Ling 19:40 Oldeddietherebel 0 3 0.0 0 0.0 Str 16:55 Spin The Beat 0 1 0.0 0 0.0 Str 16:55 Gaoth Tire 0 1 0.0 0 0.0 Tip 17:00 Exton 0 1 0.0 0 0.0 Flas 17:05 First To Boogie 0 1 0.0 0 0.0 Bel 19:15 Going and Stalls Meeting Conditions Ffos Las Going : Good to Soft Stalls : Sprint Centre, Remainder Inside Fontwell Park Going : Good Stratford Going : Good Hamilton Park Going : Good, Good to Soft in places Stalls : 6f & 1m4f Stands Side, 5f Centre, Remainder Inside Lingfield Park Going : Soft Stalls : Turf Centre, AW Inside Bellewstown Going : Soft Tipperary Going : Good, Good to Firm in places Vaal Going : Good
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 28, 2014 9:10:35 GMT
Atzeni view Andrea Atzeni is set to ride Ladbrokes St Leger favourite Kingston Hill and said on At The Races: "There's every chance he'll stay a mile and six [furlongs] and as long as it's good racing ground I wouldn't moan about it." ==========================
Latest from Hamilton Clerk of the course Hazel Peplinski (@hazelpeplinski) tweeted: "It remains good, good to soft in places after 2.4mm rain overnight. Weather set fair for our Party in the Park." 2 hours ago. ==================================
Latest from Lingfield Clerk of the course Neil Mackenzie Ross (@lingfield_Clerk) tweeted: "There was 1.8mm rain overnight and it is soft ground on the straight course after 37mm rain Monday/Tuesday. Forecast a dry, fine day." 3 hours ago. ======================================
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Post by banger on Aug 28, 2014 21:41:09 GMT
Six runners have been declared for Saturday's European Wealth Solario Stakes at Sandown, a race won last year by Kingman. Aktabantay is one of six runners in the Solario Stakes Kingman's trainer, John Gosden, was represented at the five-day-stage by the impressive Chesham Stakes winner Richard Pankhurst but connections have opted not to take up the engagement. The Royal Ascot hero was recently purchased by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum whose colours will be worn in the Group Three by Pallister. Mark Johnston's colt won a York maiden on his second start before landing the Spindrifter Conditions Stakes at Pontefract but he could finish only fifth in the Group Two Vintage Stakes at Glorious Goodwood last time. The standard is set by Hugo Palmer's Aktabantay who will wear cheekpieces for the first time. Ryan Moore, who was aboard for the colt's first two starts, is back in the saddle on the son of Oasis Dream who was last seen finishing second in the Superlative Stakes at Newmarket, finishing two and a quarter lengths in front of the re-opposing Cock Of The North. Richard Hannon relies on Lexington Times while two promising maiden winners take a steep rise in class. The Godolphin-owned Future Empire scored at Newmarket in a race which is working out well but Newbury winner Elm Park may not line-up with Andrew Balding having also declared his colt for Salisbury on Friday, a race which is his preferred target.
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Post by banger on Aug 28, 2014 21:43:15 GMT
John Gosden has raised the possibility of Kingman stepping up in trip next season if the brilliant colt stays in training. Kingman could go up in trip if he stays in training Since his narrow reverse in the 2000 Guineas, the three-year-old has confirmed himself the star turn in the mile division with thrilling victories in the Irish Guineas, St James's Palace Stakes, Sussex Stakes and Prix Jacques le Marois. Given he carries the same colours of owner Khalid Abdullah, Kingman is inevitably compared to the unbeaten Frankel, who also dominated at a mile during his Classic year before proving equally dominant over a mile and a quarter as a four-year-old. "Frankel obviously went mile, mile, mile and then he stepped up to a mile and a quarter at York (Juddmonte International) and again in the Champion (Stakes) at Ascot," said Gosden. "If he (Kingman) stayed in training next year you have the options to do similar things, but at this stage, as a three-year-old, a mile is his trip. "You could easily bring him back (in trip) if you wanted to and as he relaxes so well, you could probably step him up in trip. If he did stay in training next year, those become options. "I don't think any decisions will be made until the end of October. We'll sit down and discuss the matter thoroughly and see what's best and the final decision will very much rest with the owner. "He's grown a lot, he's a powerful horse, he's got a phenomenal turn of foot and he has the ability to switch off, which is great. "(Sir) Henry's (Cecil) training of Frankel was great - it was a triumph for training - because, as we remember from the Guineas, he wasn't exactly the easiest horse to switch off. He was so bullish and strong and wanted to show everyone how good he was. "This fellow has a very relaxed mind and that's always a help to a trainer." Kingman has been given an entry in the Prix du Moulin at Longchamp on September 14, but is more likely to wait for the Queen Elizabeth II Stakes on Champions Day at Ascot, October 18. "He's in good order. He came out of Deauville very well and I'm happy with him. He has a very relaxed attitude, Gosden told At The Races. "We've put him in the Moulin, but he's more likely to go straight to the QEII as we originally planned. The QEII is a fantastic race and to that extent it makes sense
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Post by banger on Aug 28, 2014 21:44:46 GMT
Side Glance is enjoying a little holiday at home before going on his travels again, with the happy-hunting ground of Australia the destination. Side Glance is set to return to Australia The globetrotting seven-year-old is back at Andrew Balding's Kingsclere stables after finishing third in the Arlington Million in Chicago earlier this month. He will go into quarantine in a fortnight's time before heading Down Under where he might try to repeat last year's success in the Group One Mackinnon Stakes at Flemington. "He's fine, he's just having a little break then he's due to go into quarantine for Australia on the 11th of September," said Balding. "Targets are possibly the Cox Plate, possibly the Mackinnon Stakes again, and he's also got a Caulfield Cup entry. "He came back here straight after the race in the States."
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Post by banger on Aug 28, 2014 21:49:46 GMT
Friday: Going, weather and non-runners BANGOR-ON-DEE GOING: GOOD (GoingStick 7.1)
WEATHER (Heavy rain/wind) SALISBURY GOING: GOOD TO SOFT (Good in places; GoingStick 7.7)
WEATHER (Mostly cloudy)
STALLS 6f & 1m - Far side; 1m 4f - Stands' side
NON RUNNERS 5:40 Russian Radiance (15), 5:40 Exoplanet Blue (11) SANDOWN GOING: ROA OWNERS JACKPOT FIXTURE: Sprint - SOFT; Round - GOOD TO SOFT (Soft in back straight) (GoingStick: Sprint 5.3; Round 6.4) (Round course rail dolled out 4 yards from 1m 1f to 2.5f adding 5 yards to round course distances)
WEATHER (Partly cloudy/windy)
STALLS Sprint - Far side (full width); Remainder - Inside THIRSK GOING: GOOD (GoingStick 8.6) (Rail dolled out further to fresh ground on the home (wood) bend and remains dolled out on previous line on away (stables) bend)
WEATHER (Showers)
STALLS Straight - Stands' side; 2m - Centre; Remainder - Inside
NON RUNNERS 2:40 Who´Sthedude (12), 3:50 Keep It Dark (14), 3:50 Picture Dealer (5) WOLVERHAMPTON GOING: TAPETA: STANDARD
WEATHER (Showers)
STALLS Inside
NON RUNNERS 7:30 Recover (9) DOWN ROYAL GOING: GOOD TO FIRM (Good in places)
WEATHER (Showers)
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 29, 2014 7:24:36 GMT
The National Trainers Federation has launched a petition against plans to convert the turf course at Newcastle into an all-weather track.
The NTF asked members for their views on the subject earlier in the year, with the majority opposed to the plans of Newcastle's owner Arena Racing Company.
The trainers' body is now eager to give those outside the training ranks an opportunity to voice their opinion and have duly launched an online petition.
Rupert Arnold, chief executive of the NTF, said: "There is a need for an all-weather track in the north and we don't underestimate the requirements of our members in the north.
"However, a decision to convert Newcastle's valued turf course has major long term consequences for the sport and as an alternative venue for a northern all-weather track is still a possibility, the decision must not be rushed.
"We have been approached by trainers and others in the sport asking if any more could be done to change ARC's plans. At this late stage we felt the only option was to get all those people's voices heard and an online petition offered the best solution." =====================================
John Gosden has raised the possibility of Kingman stepping up in trip next season if the brilliant colt stays in training.
Since his narrow reverse in the 2000 Guineas, the three-year-old has confirmed himself the star turn in the mile division with thrilling victories in the Irish Guineas, St James's Palace Stakes, Sussex Stakes and Prix Jacques le Marois.
Given he carries the same colours of owner Khalid Abdullah, Kingman is inevitably compared to the unbeaten Frankel, who also dominated at a mile during his Classic year before proving equally dominant over a mile and a quarter as a four-year-old.
"Frankel obviously went mile, mile, mile and then he stepped up to a mile and a quarter at York (Juddmonte International) and again in the Champion (Stakes) at Ascot," said Gosden.
"If he (Kingman) stayed in training next year you have the options to do similar things, but at this stage, as a three-year-old, a mile is his trip.
"You could easily bring him back (in trip) if you wanted to and as he relaxes so well, you could probably step him up in trip. If he did stay in training next year, those become options.
"I don't think any decisions will be made until the end of October. We'll sit down and discuss the matter thoroughly and see what's best and the final decision will very much rest with the owner.
"He's grown a lot, he's a powerful horse, he's got a phenomenal turn of foot and he has the ability to switch off, which is great.
"(Sir) Henry's (Cecil) training of Frankel was great - it was a triumph for training - because, as we remember from the Guineas, he wasn't exactly the easiest horse to switch off. He was so bullish and strong and wanted to show everyone how good he was.
"This fellow has a very relaxed mind and that's always a help to a trainer."
Kingman has been given an entry in the Prix du Moulin at Longchamp on September 14, but is more likely to wait for the Queen Elizabeth II Stakes on Champions Day at Ascot, October 18.
"He's in good order. He came out of Deauville very well and I'm happy with him. He has a very relaxed attitude, Gosden told At The Races.
"We've put him in the Moulin, but he's more likely to go straight to the QEII as we originally planned.
"The QEII is a fantastic race and to that extent it makes sense." ====================================
Eagle Top could make his third successive visit to Ascot for the Qipco Champion Stakes on October 18.
Connections will give the 10-furlong Group One some consideration for the John Gosden-trained colt, who they see as making an even better four-year-old.
"We'll be looking at the Champion Stakes. It will be just a look and see. It's a possible for target for him. He is in it," said Hugo Lascelles, racing manager to owner Lady Bamford.
"We've more of a mind to next year."
Eagle Top made his first venture to the Berkshire course to win the King Edward VII Stakes at the Royal meeting and was then a creditable fourth to Taghrooda in the King George VI And Queen Elizabeth Stakes on what was only his fourth career start.
The Pivotal colt was not declared for either of his entries at York last week, in the Juddmonte International and the Great Voltigeur Stakes.
He was then taken out of the Ladbrokes St Leger at the latest acceptance stage after being third favourite at 6-1 in the ante-post market.
However, Lady Bamford is set to be represented in the world's oldest Classic at Doncaster on September 14 by Forever Now.
A stablemate of Eagle Top, Forever Now staked his claim for top honours when winning the March Stakes at Goodwood on Saturday.
"That will be the plan," said Lascelles.
"He was very willing on Saturday. He's very genuine and tough. He's still an immature horse, but he deserves to take his chance at Doncaster.
"He's improved since his last run and he can improve again. It justifies him running." ==========================================
Trainer William Muir is plotting the next plan of attack for Stepper Point following another tremendous effort in defeat in last week's Nunthorpe at York.
Although the five-year-old has failed to win a single Group race so far during his career, he has proved himself a top-class sprinter this term, finding only Sole Power too strong in the King's Stand at Royal Ascot and on the Knavesmire last Friday.
Stepper Point could potentially meet Eddie Lynam's Irish star again in the Flying Five Stakes at the Curragh on Irish Champions Weekend, although Muir is considering alternatives.
He said: "He's come out of the race in great form and I'm very pleased with him.
"As far as I'm concerned, Sole Power is as classy a sprinter as there's been for years. Some sprinters are hit and miss, but he's solid and always seems to run his race.
"Because of the way he's ridden, he's susceptible to getting caught in traffic and he almost got caught the other day. If he had, we'd have been a lucky winner and he'd have been an unlucky loser.
"Our horse doesn't like coming down hills and that was what caught him out at Glorious Goodwood the time before last. I knew on a flatter track like York he'd beat the horses who beat him there and I was proved right.
"At the end of the day there are two five-furlong Group One sprints in Britain, the King's Stand and the Nunthorpe, and we've finished second to Sole Power in both. If you'd have offered me at the start of the season, would have I have taken it? Probably.
"We have three options now. There's the Flying Five in Ireland, which I believe Sole Power is going for, there's the Dubai Sprint at Newbury and there's the Prix du Petit Couvert in France.
"I think it will be one of those three and then he'll probably run in the Abbaye." ==========================================
Connections of Seismos are set to decide next week whether to give the Geoffrey Freer Stakes winner one more outing before shipping him over to Australia.
The six-year-old, owned by Australian Thoroughbred Bloodstock, is being aimed at the Emirates Melbourne Cup and will either have a run in the Palmerstone House Estate Irish St Leger at the Curragh on September 14 or go into quarantine a day earlier and take in a prep Down Under.
"He's in good form. We're very happy with him and is probably in the best form he's been in so far. He looks great," said trainer Marco Botti.
"We haven't decided whether he will go into quarantine for the first shipment to Australia or whether we run him in the Irish St Leger.
"I think we will decide next week which way we go, but the plan is for him to take his chance in the Melbourne Cup.
"It's just whether he is going to have one more run over here and then just go for the Melbourne Cup or have two races down there instead. We're not quite sure yet.
"The first quarantine starts on September 13.
"The Irish Leger is the day after so if he goes for that race he will have to go on the second flight and go into quarantine two weeks later." ==================================
Talented filly Raydara could be signed off for the season after her determined triumph in Sunday's Debutante Stakes at the Curragh.
Following a most encouraging debut at the Curragh at the end of June, the Rock Of Gibraltar filly got off the mark at the second attempt at Leopardstown before finishing fourth in the Silver Flash Stakes at the same track.
She took another big step forward to strike at Group Two level last weekend and while Halford intends to discuss options with representatives of owner the Aga Khan, he is favouring drawing stumps for the campaign.
He said: "We were delighted with her. She ran a blinder and she's a high-class filly.
"I wouldn't have been surprised to see her finish in the money as she'd been working well in the lead-up to the race and I was fairly sure we got the tactics wrong the time before in Leopardstown, but it did look a strong race.
"Pat Downes (Aga Khan's stud manager) is away at the moment and I need to talk to him, but she's had four runs this year now and might have done enough.
"This is the time of year when fillies can go in their coats and she's obviously been liking the fast ground we've had, so we'll see." ===========================================
Elm Park is set to take his chance at Salisbury on Friday unless conditions deteriorate - in which case he would switch to Sandown for Saturday's European Wealth Solario Stakes.
Trainer Andrew Balding intends running the Phoenix Reach colt in the EBF Stallions Stonehenge Stakes, a Listed contest over a mile, at the Wiltshire track.
As a precaution, though, he declared Elm Park for the seven-furlong Group Three over an extended seven furlongs at the Esher venue.
"I think he'll run on Friday. I just wanted the insurance in case the ground was unsuitably soft at Salisbury," said Balding.
"We'll hoping to go to Salisbury unless the ground is very testing.
"He seems in good form. We'll find out how much he's come on after his next race."
Elm Park got off the mark at the second attempt when successful over 12 rivals in a seven-furlong maiden at Newbury two weeks ago. ===========================================
Side Glance is enjoying a little holiday at home before going on his travels again, with the happy-hunting ground of Australia the destination.
The globetrotting seven-year-old is back at Andrew Balding's Kingsclere stables after finishing third in the Arlington Million in Chicago earlier this month.
He will go into quarantine in a fortnight's time before heading Down Under where he might try to repeat last year's success in the Group One Mackinnon Stakes at Flemington.
"He's fine, he's just having a little break then he's due to go into quarantine for Australia on the 11th of September," said Balding.
"Targets are possibly the Cox Plate, possibly the Mackinnon Stakes again, and he's also got a Caulfield Cup entry.
"He came back here straight after the race in the States." ========================================
Connections have not lost faith in Maarek despite the star sprinter fluffing his lines coming out of the stalls at the Curragh on Saturday.
Either the Betfred Sprint Cup at Haydock on Saturday week or the Derrinstown Stud Flying Five Stakes at the Curragh on September 14 will be the next port of call for last year's Prix de l'Abbaye hero after he finished a never-nearer eighth of nine to Jamesie.
Trainer Evanna McCutcheon has drawn a line through that effort from her stable star when he blew all chance by losing several lengths at the start in the Group Three Renaissance Stakes.
Maarek needs cut in the ground to be seen at his best so McCutcheon has to keep a close eye on the weather before firming up plans.
"His chance had gone when the gates opened, but Declan (McDonogh, jockey) said he was delighted with the way he ran. That he felt fantastic and loved the ground," said the County Tipperary handler.
"Unfortunately these things happen, but we've put it behind us and the horse is 100% anyway. We were very happy with him except of course for being slowly away.
"It will be either Haydock or Champions weekend in Ireland. A decision has still to be made. We'll talk to the owners and see where we want to go. We're focusing on one of those two.
"He's in the Abbaye and he'll be in the Champions' Sprint at Ascot. He'll be in them all. We'll just take it one at a time.
"A lot will depend on the weather. I think they've had a lot of rain in Haydock this week, but whether they will have it next week we'll have to see.
"These weather forecasts are the bane of my life!" =====================================
Top trainers Jonjo O'Neill, Willie Mullins and Donald McCain have given the thumbs-up to Bangor's initiative to hold a schooling raceday in the autumn.
The North Wales track's first meeting of this type on October 21 will provide both hurdles and bumper contests over two miles run on the course's inside track.
A regular feature in Ireland, schooling races have been independently run at courses such as Tipperary and Fairyhouse.
Mullins said: "Schooling days are a great success in Ireland and I find them to be a great way for horses to gain experience and bring them on.
"I have taken many talented horses to schooling days in the past and I'm sure they will do well at Bangor."
O'Neill, a regular visitor to Bangor, said: "I think the idea of schooling races at Bangor is a great idea and gives young horses the opportunity to gain valuable experience in a racecourse environment, something they can't gain whilst schooling at home.
"I hope this initiative will be well supported and certainly hope to send some from Jackdaws Castle this October."
McCain, Bangor's leading trainer, also welcomed the move.
He said: "At a time when many racecourses are intent on promoting Flat racing, what Bangor is doing is a breath of fresh air.
"It will be a big help and bring us a step closer to competing with the many ways National Hunt horses in Ireland and can gain racecourse experience before their racing debuts.
"I hope it is fully embraced and hopefully in the future other tracks will follow their example."
Bangor clerk of the course Andrew Morris believes this is just the start for such races.
He said: "We are in continuous dialogue with owners and trainers and the overwhelming majority have asked if we would consider holding events of this type.
"Now we have introduced the first schooling meeting to Bangor this October, we hope they will grow to become regular occurrences in the calendar."
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 29, 2014 7:25:31 GMT
Ffos Las, 28 Aug 14
Race 1 - 2:00pm THE WALTERS LAND ROGERSTONE NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Charles Bishop, the rider of DANCING MOON (IRE), unplaced, reported that the filly was slowly away.
View Stewards Report Hamilton Park, 28 Aug 14
Race 2 - 5:20pm THE AVIA SIGNS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) The Stewards considered the running of CAHAL (IRE), ridden by Adrian Nicholls and trained by David Nicholls, which finished unplaced. They noted the trainer's representative could offer no explanation for the gelding’s performance. They ordered CAHAL (IRE) to be routine tested. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities.
The Stewards held an enquiry into the fall of Jacob Butterfield the rider of STARLITE JEWEL, approximately half a furlong out. They interviewed the rider and having heard his evidence and viewed recordings of the incident the Stewards found that the fall was caused by the gelding losing his action and falling. Being satisfied that no other horse or rider was involved, the Stewards took no further action. The Veterinary Officer reported that at the time of his examination post-race no abnormalities could be found.
The Stewards considered the apparent improvement in form of the winner, RED TIDE (IRE), ridden by Jordan Nason and trained by Marjorie Fife, compared with its previous run at Thirsk on 11 August 2014, where the gelding finished fourth of eight, beaten 9 lengths. They noted the trainer’s representative's explanation that the gelding benefited from the drop back in trip
Race 4 - 6:20pm THE TAGGARTS JAGUAR LANARKSHIRE SCOTTISH TROPHY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) The Stewards held an enquiry following the withdrawal of SILVER DUKE (IRE), trained by Jim Goldie. They interviewed the trainer and having heard his evidence that the gelding had severely collided with the running rail going out on to the track, the Stewards accepted his explanation.
The Stewards considered the running of SCOTTISH STRAND ridden by Kieran Fallon and trained by James Tate, which finished unplaced. They noted the trainer could offer no explanation for the gelding’s performance. They ordered SCOTTISH STRAND to be routine tested. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 5 - 6:50pm THE RACING UK ON SKY 432 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (Qualifier for The £15000 Betfair Scottish Stayers Series Final) The Stewards held an enquiry into the fall of Mikey Ennis, the rider of TRIPLE EIGHT (IRE, leaving the stalls. They interviewed the rider and having heard his evidence and viewed recordings of the incident the Stewards found that the fall was caused by the gelding stumbling leaving the stalls and unseating the rider. Being satisfied that no other horse or rider was involved, the Stewards took no further action.
Jason Hart, the rider of KING OF PARADISE (IRE), unplaced, reported that the gelding ran too free.
Race 6 - 7:20pm THE OVERTON FARM MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) Graham Lee, the rider of ORIENTAL HEIGHTS, placed fourth, reported that his saddle slipped. The Stewards noted that a small saddle cloth had been dislodged approximately 2 1/2 furlongs out, but being satisfied that the rider had weighed in at the correct weight, they took no further action.
Race 7 - 7:50pm THE DIGBY BROWN RACEDAY ON TUESDAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Connor Beasley, the rider of CHLOE'S DREAM (IRE), unplaced, reported that the filly hung right handed. The Stewards ordered CHLOE'S DREAM (IRE) to be routine tested. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the filly failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Non-Race related incidents The Starter reported that TED'S BROTHER, trained by Richard Guest, was the subject of a third criteria failure. The trainer’s attention was drawn to the restriction incurred under Rule (B)44 and informed that the gelding could not run until the day after passing a stalls test.
The Stewards held an enquiry following a report from the Starter that BIFOCAL, trained by Ian Semple, was unruly in the stalls and withdrawn. The trainer’s attention was drawn to the restriction incurred under Rule (B)44 and informed that the gelding could not run until the day after passing a stalls test. This being the second occasion within the previous 12 months that BIFOCAL had been reported, the Stewards informed the trainer that if gelding were reported for a third time within the same period, BIFOCAL would be prevented from having a stalls test for 6 months.
View Stewards Report Stratford-on-Avon, 28 Aug 14
Race 2 - 2:20pm THE JON PINFOLD INDUSTRIAL CLEANERS NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) The Veterinary Officer reported that ROCKMOUNT RIVER (IRE), unplaced, trained by David Bridgwater, was lame behind.
Robert Stephens, the trainer of SUPAPOWERS (IRE), placed third, reported that the mare had a breathing problem.
Race 3 - 2:50pm THE GOLDEN WEDDING HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) Tom O'Brien, the rider of NO LIKEY (IRE), unplaced, reported that the gelding ran flat. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities. The Stewards ordered NO LIKEY (IRE) to be routine tested.
Race 4 - 3:25pm THE BAY MIDDLETON NOVICES' HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) James Best, the rider of DOUCHKIRK (FR), unplaced, reported that the gelding stopped quickly. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding revealed that it had superficial wounds to its hind legs.
Race 5 - 3:55pm THE SQUIRE OSBALDESTON AMATEUR RIDERS' HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) The Stewards held an enquiry into possible interference rounding the home bend on the first circuit. Having heard their evidence and viewed recordings of the race they found that the winner, GOING NOWHERE FAST (IRE), ridden by Mr J.P. Williams, had interfered with IKTIVIEW, unplaced, ridden by Mr Stan Sheppard. The Stewards found Williams in breach of Rule (B)54.1 and guilty of careless riding in that he allowed his mount to drift left towards the rail when insufficiently clear of IKTIVIEW causing that runner to be checked. They suspended him for 2 days on dates to be notified by the British Horseracing Authority.
Mr G. Gorman, the rider of THE NAMES HARRY, which pulled up, reported that the saddle slipped.
View Stewards Report Lingfield Park, 28 Aug 14
Race 2 - 5:10pm THE HEART FM 97.5FM HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Oisin Murphy, the rider of JOHNNY SPLASH (IRE), placed third, reported that the gelding hung left.
Race 3 - 5:40pm THE BUTTERFLIES & BOWS VENUE DECORATION HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) The Stewards held an enquiry into the use of the whip by Kieren Fox, the rider of the winner, LADY PHILL, from approaching the 2 furlong marker. Having heard his evidence and viewed recordings of the race, they found him in breach of Schedule (B)6 Part 2 in that he used his whip above the permitted level. The Stewards suspended Fox for 7 days as follows: Friday 12, Saturday 13, Sunday 14, Monday 15, Tuesday 16, Wednesday 17 and Thursday 18 September 2014.
The Veterinary Officer reported that CARDINAL, unplaced, trained by Robert Cowell, lost a front shoe.
Race 5 - 6:40pm THE OWAIN WITHERS 21st BIRTHDAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Oisin Murphy, the rider of MEN DON'T CRY (IRE), unplaced, reported that the gelding was never travelling.
Shelley Birkett, the rider of NO SUCH NUMBER, placed fourth, reported that the gelding ran flat.
Race 6 - 7:10pm THE HICKSTEAD INTERNATIONAL HORSESHOW HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Jimmy Fortune, the rider of CHANTECLER, unplaced, reported that the gelding ran too free.
Race 7 - 7:40pm THE BHEST RACING TO SCHOOL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) The Stewards held an enquiry into possible interference rounding the bend into the home straight. Having heard their evidence and viewed recordings of the race they found that SATURATION POINT, placed second, ridden by Andrea Atzeni, had interfered with STAR ANISE (FR), unplaced, ridden by Sam Hitchcott. The found the interference was accidental.
View Stewards Report Fontwell Park, 28 Aug 14
Race 2 - 2:40pm THE £500 PERMANENT MONEY BACKS @choicebet.net HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) The Stewards considered the running of FINTAN, ridden by Nick Scholfield and trained by Daniel Steele, which finished unplaced. The Stewards noted the trainer’s explanation that the gelding jumped poorly throughout. They ordered FINTAN to be routine tested.
Race 7 - 5:25pm THE 32Red ON THE APP STORE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) The Stewards held an enquiry to consider the apparent improvement in form of the winner, COULOIR EXTREME (IRE), ridden by Jamie Moore and trained by Gary Moore, which had never previously been placed. They interviewed the trainer's representative, who stated that the gelding was better suited by a less competitive race and the good going on this occasion. Having heard his evidence they forwarded his explanation to the British Horseracing Authority so that the previous performances of COULOIR EXTREME (IRE) could be reviewed.
Non-Race related incidents The record of vaccinations in the passport of THE KINGS ASSASSIN (IRE), trained by Chris Gordon, did not comply with the Rules of Racing. The Stewards found the trainer in breach of Rule (E)18 and fined him £140.
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 29, 2014 7:30:53 GMT
Today's Pointers Hot Trainers Trainer Wins Runs Win % Place Place % Races R A Fahey 9 42 21.43 18 42.86 Today's entries M Johnston 5 43 11.63 17 39.53 Today's entries D M Simcock 5 16 31.25 8 50.0 Today's entries G Elliott 5 17 29.41 8 47.06 Today's entries B Ellison 5 18 27.78 7 38.89 Today's entries D O'Meara 5 21 23.81 7 33.33 Today's entries Richard Hannon 4 35 11.43 12 34.29 Today's entries C Appleby 4 18 22.22 10 55.56 Today's entries W McCreery 4 8 50.0 5 62.5 Today's entries George Baker 4 10 40.0 5 50.0 Today's entries W J Haggas 4 15 26.67 5 33.33 Today's entries J H M Gosden 4 7 57.14 4 57.14 Today's entries Ian Williams 3 12 25.0 7 58.33 Today's entries J S Goldie 3 13 23.08 6 46.15 Today's entries W P Mullins 3 11 27.27 5 45.45 Today's entries Mrs A Duffield 3 19 15.79 5 26.32 Today's entries A J Martin 3 7 42.86 4 57.14 Today's entries J G Portman 3 9 33.33 4 44.44 Today's entries J Tate 3 11 27.27 4 36.36 Today's entries C Hills 3 16 18.75 4 25.0 Today's entries Jonjo O'Neill 3 6 50.0 3 50.0 Today's entries S Dixon 3 7 42.86 3 42.86 Today's entries C G Cox 2 9 22.22 6 66.67 Today's entries D McCain Jnr 2 15 13.33 5 33.33 Today's entries K A Ryan 2 16 12.5 5 31.25 Today's entries A M Balding 2 19 10.53 5 26.32 Today's entries J Noseda 2 8 25.0 4 50.0 Today's entries P F I Cole 2 9 22.22 4 44.44 Today's entries R Varian 2 12 16.67 4 33.33 Today's entries Mrs A J Perrett 2 8 25.0 3 37.5 Today's entries M L W Bell 2 13 15.38 3 23.08 Today's entries I Mohammed 2 2 100.0 2 100.0 Today's entries Dr R D P Newland 2 3 66.67 2 66.67 Today's entries M R Channon 1 21 4.76 7 33.33 Today's entries J J Quinn 1 11 9.09 6 54.55 Today's entries R M Beckett 1 7 14.29 5 71.43 Today's entries R Charlton 1 11 9.09 5 45.45 Today's entries K R Burke 1 13 7.69 5 38.46 Today's entries T D Easterby 1 15 6.67 5 33.33 Today's entries S C Williams 1 12 8.33 4 33.33 Today's entries H Candy 1 5 20.0 3 60.0 Today's entries W J Knight 1 6 16.67 3 50.0 Today's entries M Blanshard 1 7 14.29 3 42.86 Today's entries P A Kirby 1 7 14.29 3 42.86 Today's entries B G Powell 1 7 14.29 3 42.86 Today's entries N Meade 1 8 12.5 3 37.5 Today's entries G A Swinbank 1 9 11.11 3 33.33 Today's entries B Smart 1 10 10.0 3 30.0 Today's entries Saeed bin Suroor 1 10 10.0 3 30.0 Today's entries K Dalgleish 1 11 9.09 3 27.27 Today's entries P D Evans 1 14 7.14 3 21.43 Today's entries D C Griffiths 1 2 50.0 2 100.0 Today's entries Ms M Mullins 1 2 50.0 2 100.0 Today's entries Evan Williams 1 2 50.0 2 100.0 Today's entries J T R Dreaper 1 3 33.33 2 66.67 Today's entries E S Mcmahon 1 3 33.33 2 66.67 Today's entries A W Carroll 1 4 25.0 2 50.0 Today's entries R C Guest 1 4 25.0 2 50.0 Today's entries D T Hughes 1 4 25.0 2 50.0 Today's entries C F Wall 1 4 25.0 2 50.0 Today's entries H Morrison 1 6 16.67 2 33.33 Today's entries Sir Mark Prescott 1 6 16.67 2 33.33 Today's entries Noel Quinlan 1 6 16.67 2 33.33 Today's entries Mrs Dianne Sayer 1 10 10.0 2 20.0 Today's entries J R Jenkins 1 11 9.09 2 18.18 Today's entries M Botti 1 15 6.67 2 13.33 Today's entries J J Davies 1 2 50.0 1 50.0 Today's entries S Durack 1 2 50.0 1 50.0 Today's entries R Hennessy 1 2 50.0 1 50.0 Today's entries N G Richards 1 2 50.0 1 50.0 Today's entries D G Bridgwater 1 3 33.33 1 33.33 Today's entries Mrs I G-Leveque 1 3 33.33 1 33.33 Today's entries Miss Lucinda V Russell 1 3 33.33 1 33.33 Today's entries Ed Walker 1 3 33.33 1 33.33 Today's entries N Tinkler 1 4 25.0 1 25.0 Today's entries D Nicholls 1 6 16.67 1 16.67 Today's entries C E Brittain 1 7 14.29 1 14.29 Today's entries S Kirk 1 8 12.5 1 12.5 Today's entries ========================================= Hot Jockeys Jockey Wins Rides Win % Place Place % Races A P McCoy 10 26 38.46 14 53.85 Today's rides James Doyle 8 33 24.24 13 39.39 Today's rides Jim Crowley 6 25 24.0 12 48.0 Today's rides William Buick 6 17 35.29 10 58.82 Today's rides Freddie Tylicki 6 21 28.57 8 38.1 Today's rides R L Moore 5 28 17.86 13 46.43 Today's rides Martin Harley 5 28 17.86 9 32.14 Today's rides R Hughes 4 28 14.29 11 39.29 Today's rides P Makin 4 21 19.05 10 47.62 Today's rides P Cosgrave 4 16 25.0 7 43.75 Today's rides Martin Dwyer 4 13 30.77 6 46.15 Today's rides T Hamilton 3 19 15.79 11 57.89 Today's rides L Morris 3 25 12.0 9 36.0 Today's rides G Baker 3 17 17.65 8 47.06 Today's rides S W Kelly 3 18 16.67 8 44.44 Today's rides R Winston 3 18 16.67 8 44.44 Today's rides Cam Hardie 3 24 12.5 8 33.33 Today's rides D Tudhope 3 22 13.64 7 31.82 Today's rides Dane O'Neill 3 24 12.5 7 29.17 Today's rides G Lee 3 30 10.0 7 23.33 Today's rides Oisin Murphy 3 14 21.43 6 42.86 Today's rides George Chaloner 3 15 20.0 6 40.0 Today's rides R Johnson 3 16 18.75 6 37.5 Today's rides P Mulrennan 3 27 11.11 6 22.22 Today's rides Jason Hart 3 16 18.75 5 31.25 Today's rides P McDonald 3 20 15.0 5 25.0 Today's rides K Fallon 3 10 30.0 4 40.0 Today's rides Kevin Stott 3 10 30.0 3 30.0 Today's rides T E Durcan 2 18 11.11 8 44.44 Today's rides B Hughes 2 14 14.29 7 50.0 Today's rides P Hanagan 2 22 9.09 6 27.27 Today's rides Raul Da Silva 2 9 22.22 5 55.56 Today's rides R Ffrench 2 11 18.18 4 36.36 Today's rides D Nolan 2 12 16.67 4 33.33 Today's rides Joey Haynes 2 14 14.29 4 28.57 Today's rides B McHugh 2 14 14.29 4 28.57 Today's rides Jack Garritty 2 16 12.5 4 25.0 Today's rides David Probert 2 19 10.53 4 21.05 Today's rides Megan Carberry 2 6 33.33 3 50.0 Today's rides N D Fehily 2 7 28.57 3 42.86 Today's rides S Sanders 2 9 22.22 3 33.33 Today's rides S Twiston-Davies 2 11 18.18 3 27.27 Today's rides D Swift 2 13 15.38 3 23.08 Today's rides Louis Steward 2 14 14.29 3 21.43 Today's rides S M Levey 2 19 10.53 3 15.79 Today's rides Matthew Hopkins 2 2 100.0 2 100.0 Today's rides Adam Wedge 2 4 50.0 2 50.0 Today's rides P J Dobbs 2 6 33.33 2 33.33 Today's rides A Kirby 2 6 33.33 2 33.33 Today's rides G Gibbons 2 14 14.29 2 14.29 Today's rides Andrea Atzeni 1 15 6.67 7 46.67 Today's rides Kieran Shoemark 1 13 7.69 6 46.15 Today's rides Martin Lane 1 22 4.55 6 27.27 Today's rides J P Spencer 1 14 7.14 5 35.71 Today's rides F Norton 1 15 6.67 5 33.33 Today's rides R Kingscote 1 18 5.56 5 27.78 Today's rides F Lynch 1 7 14.29 4 57.14 Today's rides D C Costello 1 11 9.09 4 36.36 Today's rides T Eaves 1 25 4.0 4 16.0 Today's rides George Downing 1 8 12.5 3 37.5 Today's rides S J Drowne 1 18 5.56 3 16.67 Today's rides A Elliott 1 5 20.0 2 40.0 Today's rides Craig Nichol 1 6 16.67 2 33.33 Today's rides Michael J M Murphy 1 7 14.29 2 28.57 Today's rides Daniel Muscutt 1 7 14.29 2 28.57 Today's rides Jordan Nason 1 7 14.29 2 28.57 Today's rides Ryan Tate 1 7 14.29 2 28.57 Today's rides Aidan Coleman 1 8 12.5 2 25.0 Today's rides Henry Brooke 1 9 11.11 2 22.22 Today's rides I J Brennan 1 10 10.0 2 20.0 Today's rides S Hitchcott 1 11 9.09 2 18.18 Today's rides B A Curtis 1 13 7.69 2 15.38 Today's rides C Catlin 1 15 6.67 2 13.33 Today's rides William Carson 1 18 5.56 2 11.11 Today's rides Danny Cook 1 3 33.33 1 33.33 Today's rides Lemos De Souza 1 3 33.33 1 33.33 Today's rides Joseph Cornwall 1 4 25.0 1 25.0 Today's rides ================================================= First-time Blinkers Horse Wins Runs Win % Place Place % Race Skytrain v1 8 38 21.05 13 34.21 Wolv 19:00 Head Space b1 6 47 12.77 15 31.91 Thi 15:50 Spin Cast b1 3 31 9.68 14 45.16 Bang 14:20 Angels Calling b1 2 23 8.7 5 21.74 Thi 16:25 Laugharne b1 1 4 25.0 2 50.0 Sal 19:10 Kidmeforever b1 0 8 0.0 3 37.5 Thi 14:10 Tabjeel v1 0 3 0.0 2 66.67 Wolv 18:30 Macarthurs Park b1 0 5 0.0 1 20.0 Wolv 19:30 Time For Crabbies v1 0 6 0.0 0 0.0 Wolv 20:00 Arthur's Way b1 0 4 0.0 0 0.0 Sal 18:10 Indian Joe b1 0 3 0.0 0 0.0 Sal 17:40 Red Majesty v1 0 1 0.0 0 0.0 Thi 14:40 Constant Applause b1 0 0 0.0 0 0.0 Sal 17:40 =============================================== Tonguestraps Horse Wins Runs Win % Place Place % Race Haadeeth t 6 92 6.52 26 28.26 Wolv 20:00 Bowdler's Magic t 6 51 11.76 19 37.25 Thi 16:55 Under Review pt 4 40 10.0 11 27.5 Wolv 20:00 Sudski Star vt 4 11 36.36 4 36.36 Bang 15:25 Walter De La Mare t 3 62 4.84 14 22.58 Bang 17:05 Chooseday t 3 31 9.68 11 35.48 Thi 15:50 Destiny Blue t 3 36 8.33 7 19.44 Bang 14:20 Compton Park t 3 10 30.0 5 50.0 Thi 15:50 Mcmonagle bt 2 48 4.17 14 29.17 Wolv 18:00 Mehdi t 2 21 9.52 9 42.86 Thi 15:50 Cyclone t 2 12 16.67 4 33.33 Bang 14:20 Enzaal bt 2 15 13.33 4 26.67 Wolv 21:00 Collaboration t 2 8 25.0 3 37.5 Sand 16:45 Ragged Robbin t 2 7 28.57 2 28.57 Wolv 20:30 Gabrial The Thug t 1 25 4.0 8 32.0 Wolv 21:00 Logans Lad vt 1 11 9.09 3 27.27 Wolv 20:00 Markami t 1 6 16.67 1 16.67 Wolv 20:30 Designate bt 0 6 0.0 2 33.33 Thi 14:10 Baltic Ben t1 0 11 0.0 2 18.18 Bang 17:05 Prince Khurram t 0 2 0.0 1 50.0 Bang 16:35 Herecomesthebride t 0 4 0.0 1 25.0 Bang 15:25 Ghosting t 0 5 0.0 1 20.0 Wolv 19:00 City Of Angkor Wat t 0 6 0.0 1 16.67 Wolv 18:00 Forward March ht 0 7 0.0 1 14.29 Wolv 20:30 Hold The Fort t1 0 4 0.0 0 0.0 Bang 16:35 Heist t 0 1 0.0 0 0.0 Bang 16:35 ========================================== Cheekpieces Horse Wins Runs Win % Place Place % Race Sacrosanctus p 8 42 19.05 14 33.33 Thi 15:50 The Great Gabrial p 7 28 25.0 10 35.71 Wolv 19:00 Interchoice Star p 6 55 10.91 19 34.55 Wolv 20:00 Whistling Senator p 5 30 16.67 11 36.67 Bang 16:00 Laser Blazer p 4 36 11.11 18 50.0 Sal 19:40 Under Review pt 4 40 10.0 11 27.5 Wolv 20:00 Fiftyshadesfreed p 2 15 13.33 5 33.33 Wolv 21:00 Emily Davison p 2 18 11.11 5 27.78 Thi 16:25 Ultra Light p 1 23 4.35 7 30.43 Bang 16:00 Latin Charm p 1 6 16.67 5 83.33 Sal 19:10 Jumbo Prado p 1 27 3.7 5 18.52 Wolv 18:00 Beautiful Stranger p 1 11 9.09 4 36.36 Thi 17:25 Susquehanna River p1 1 12 8.33 4 33.33 Bang 16:00 Mount Cheiron p 1 16 6.25 4 25.0 Thi 17:55 Farmers Cross p1 1 24 4.17 4 16.67 Bang 17:05 Obboorr p1 1 14 7.14 3 21.43 Wolv 21:00 Diminutive p 1 9 11.11 2 22.22 Wolv 19:30 Henke p 1 13 7.69 2 15.38 Thi 16:25 Fresh Kingdom p 1 4 25.0 1 25.0 Wolv 21:00 Baltic Fire p1 0 15 0.0 7 46.67 Thi 17:25 Maddoxtown p 0 25 0.0 4 16.0 Bang 14:50 Hurricane Harry p1 0 6 0.0 1 16.67 Wolv 21:00 Lucilla Aurelius p 0 6 0.0 1 16.67 Thi 14:10 Vale Mentor p1 0 7 0.0 0 0.0 Thi 17:25 Strategise p1 0 4 0.0 0 0.0 Wolv 19:30 Norab p1 0 4 0.0 0 0.0 Sal 19:40 Cap Ia Nna p 0 3 0.0 0 0.0 Wolv 19:30 ========================================= Course & Distance Winners Horse Wins Runs Win % Place Place % Race Orpsie Boy 13 105 12.38 31 29.52 Thi 15:15 Just Five 11 71 15.49 22 30.99 Wolv 18:00 Pipers Piping 10 78 12.82 27 34.62 Wolv 21:00 Snow Bay 9 62 14.52 20 32.26 Thi 15:15 Katmai River 8 75 10.67 27 36.0 Wolv 18:00 Skytrain 8 38 21.05 13 34.21 Wolv 19:00 Postscript 7 37 18.92 14 37.84 Wolv 19:00 Mubtadi 7 27 25.93 9 33.33 Wolv 19:00 Haadeeth 6 92 6.52 26 28.26 Wolv 20:00 Bowdler's Magic 6 51 11.76 19 37.25 Thi 16:55 Interchoice Star 6 55 10.91 19 34.55 Wolv 20:00 Dandarrell 5 39 12.82 17 43.59 Wolv 21:00 Laser Blazer 4 36 11.11 18 50.0 Sal 19:40 Dr Irv 4 30 13.33 13 43.33 Thi 16:55 Consistant 4 35 11.43 13 37.14 Wolv 20:00 Eastward Ho 4 28 14.29 11 39.29 Wolv 18:00 Longshadow 4 17 23.53 8 47.06 Thi 16:55 Mohi Rahrere 4 30 13.33 8 26.67 Bang 16:00 My Name Is Rio 4 11 36.36 4 36.36 Thi 15:50 Ty Gwr 3 12 25.0 6 50.0 Wolv 19:00 Polar Forest 2 30 6.67 14 46.67 Wolv 21:00 Macdillon 2 43 4.65 14 32.56 Sand 14:30 Indian Tinker 2 23 8.7 7 30.43 Sand 14:30 Rouge Nuage 2 17 11.76 5 29.41 Wolv 21:00 Mazaaher 2 13 15.38 4 30.77 Wolv 19:00 Enzaal 2 15 13.33 4 26.67 Wolv 21:00 Taws 2 8 25.0 3 37.5 Sal 19:40 Honey Meadow 2 19 10.53 3 15.79 Wolv 20:00 Destination Aim 2 11 18.18 2 18.18 Thi 15:15 Ultra Light 1 23 4.35 7 30.43 Bang 16:00 Jumbo Prado 1 27 3.7 5 18.52 Wolv 18:00 Dutch Lady 1 10 10.0 3 30.0 Thi 17:55 Profitable 1 3 33.33 2 66.67 Sand 14:00 Elizabeth Flynn 1 9 11.11 2 22.22 Wolv 19:30 Sooqaan 1 6 16.67 1 16.67 Thi 17:25 ============================================ Longest Travellers (285 miles) Horse Wins Runs Win % Place Place % Race Order Of Service 3 19 15.79 5 26.32 Wolv 19:00 Black Douglas 2 32 6.25 6 18.75 Wolv 20:00 ============================================== Most Naps Horse Wins Runs Win % Place Place % Race Tupi 1 2 50.0 2 100.0 Sal 18:40 ============================================ Running Hot Horse Wins Runs Win % Place Place % Race 0 0 0.0 0 0.0 Todays Entries 0 0 0.0 0 0.0 Todays Entries Brian Boru 0 0 0.0 0 0.0 Todays Entries 0 0 0.0 0 0.0 Todays Entries 0 0 0.0 0 0.0 Todays Entries 0 0 0.0 0 0.0 Todays Entries Torus 0 0 0.0 0 0.0 Todays Entries Dolldyedee 0 0 0.0 0 0.0 Todays Entries 0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0 0.0 0 0.0 Todays Entries 0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0 0.0 0 0.0 ============================================ Money Talks Horse Wins Runs Win % Place Place % Race Never Never 2 9 22.22 6 66.67 Bang 15:25 Westhoughton 0 5 0.0 1 20.0 Thi 14:10 Presidente 0 4 0.0 0 0.0 Thi 17:55 ================================================ Switching Stables Horse Wins Runs Win % Place Place % Race The Great Gabrial 7 28 25.0 10 35.71 Wolv 19:00 Orthodox Lad 3 30 10.0 15 50.0 Sal 17:10 Spin Cast 3 31 9.68 14 45.16 Bang 14:20 Mehdi 2 21 9.52 9 42.86 Thi 15:50 An Cat Dubh 1 15 6.67 6 40.0 Wolv 19:00 Baltic Ben 0 11 0.0 2 18.18 Bang 17:05 Forward March 0 7 0.0 1 14.29 Wolv 20:30 Mexican Border 0 4 0.0 0 0.0 Bang 14:20 Hold The Fort 0 4 0.0 0 0.0 Bang 16:35 Wolf Of Windlesham 0 3 0.0 0 0.0 Sal 18:10 Verawal 0 3 0.0 0 0.0 Droy 16:50 Artistic Flame 0 3 0.0 0 0.0 Droy 16:50 Sakhra 0 3 0.0 0 0.0 Wolv 20:30 ========================================== Going and Stalls Meeting Conditions Sandown Park Going : Round: Good to Soft-Soft in places; Sprint: Soft. Stalls : Sprint Far Side, Remainder Inside Thirsk Going : Good Stalls : Straight Stands Side, 2m Centre, Remainder Inside Bangor-on-Dee Going : Good Salisbury Going : Good to Soft, Good in places Stalls : 6f & 1m Far Side, 1m4f Stands Side Wolverhampton Going : Standard Stalls : Inside
Information correct at Friday 29th August 2014 08:11 =========================================
Tips Tables Naps table
NAPS TABLE PRESS CHALLENGE
TODAY'S NAPS TIME CRS TIPSTER LEVEL STAKES Dutch Lady 5:55 Thsk The Irish Field Rory Delargy +30.42 Fast Dancer 5:40 Sals Racing Post Postdata +25.00 City Of Angkor Wat 6:00 Wolv Racing Post The Edge +22.23 Never Never 3:25 Bang Western Daily Press Bob Watts +15.41 Settledoutofcourt 4:00 Bang Racing and Football Outlook +14.51 Dance Of Heroes 4:45 Sand Weekender Paul Kealy +12.10 Who´Sthedude 2:40 Thsk Western Morning News West Tip +10.78 Tupi 6:40 Sals Blackpool Gazette Steve Simpson +9.36 As A Dream 7:30 Wolv Belfast Newsletter Wise Owl +2.41 Chooseday 3:50 Thsk Racing Post The North +1.75 Man Of Harlech 3:35 Sand Sunday Mirror Gary Nutting -0.17 Lackaday 5:40 Sals Glasgow Evening Times Jeffrey Ross -1.28 Elm Park 6:40 Sals Racing Post Lambourn -4.03 Tupi 6:40 Sals Oldham Evening Chronicle Keith McHugh -9.51 Tabjeel 6:30 Wolv Yorkshire Evening Post Lee Sobot -11.26 Beach Bar 3:35 Sand The Sun Templegate -11.97 Indian Tinker 2:30 Sand Liverpool Echo Chris Wright -13.17 Authorized Too 7:10 Sals Racing Post Newmarket -13.19 Collaboration 4:45 Sand Racing Post RP Ratings -13.36 Elm Park 6:40 Sals Daily Telegraph Marlborough -13.74 Magic Time 7:30 Wolv The Star Patrick Weaver -15.99 Iceblast 3:15 Thsk The Press, York Ebor -17.78 Indian Tinker 2:30 Sand Daily Mail Robin Goodfellow -17.81 Arlecchino 9:00 Wolv Coventry Telegraph Derek Brown -19.00 Never Never 3:25 Bang Daily Post Mercury -19.85 Bajan Bear 3:50 Thsk Irish Post Karl Hedley -21.02 Deauville Dancer 4:55 Thsk Sunday Mail Rockavon -21.42 Tupi 6:40 Sals Daily Express The Scout -22.15 Authorized Too 7:10 Sals Daily Mirror Newsboy -23.60 Zain Empire 3:35 Sand South Wales Argus Melissa Jones -26.61 Man Of Harlech 3:35 Sand Carlisle News & Star Phil Rostron -29.07 Prince Khurram 4:35 Bang Sunday Express Chris Goulding -29.23 Chooseday 3:50 Thsk The Scotsman Glendale -30.03 Head Space 3:50 Thsk Daily Star Sunday Moorestyle -30.39 Goldcrest 2:00 Sand Sunday Telegraph Whistler -30.78 Cyclone 2:20 Bang Sheffield Star Fortunatus -31.38 Tupi 6:40 Sals Yorkshire Post The Duke -35.03 Savant 4:45 Sand Morning Star Farringdon -35.06 Deauville Dancer 4:55 Thsk Racing Post Spotlight -36.60 Beach Bar 3:35 Sand Daily Record Garry Owen -40.55 Ski Lift 4:45 Sand The Guardian -42.56 Longshadow 4:55 Thsk The Times Rob Wright -47.33 ========================================
MOST TIPPED One For Hocky 5:05 Bangor-on-dee MOST TIPPED OUTSIDER Longshadow 4:55 Thirsk MOST NAPPED Tupi 6:40 Salisbury MOST NAPPED OUTSIDER Arlecchino 9:00 Wolverhampton (AW) ====================================
Willie Mullins, trainer: PRIMROSEANDBLUE " “Wood Breizh and Primroseandblue are in good form and will like the ground. I imagine conditions will suit Wood Breizh better, however the trip will suit Primroseandblue better. It's tricky to split them.” " Primroseandblue 5:50 Down Royal ======================================== Cam Hardie (Tarando) does well at Sandown (4 wins from 12 rides, 33%) Tarando 2:00 Sandown ================================================
Bangor
220 Early Applause
250 Think Its All Over
325 Never Never
400 Valleyofmilan
435 Prince Khurram
505 One For Hocky
Salisbury
510 Lady Crossmar
540 Grenade
610 Stolen Story
640 Winters Moon
710 Latin Charm
740 Laser Blazer
Sandown
200 Majestic Hero
230 INDIAN TINKER (nap)
300 Carnival King
335 Beach Bar
410 Semblance
445 The Character
Thirsk
210 Indian Keys
240 Deerfield
315 Orpsie Boy (nb)
350 Liberty Jack
425 Live Dangerously
455 Longshadow
525 Norfolk Sound
555 Ahoy There
Wolverhampton
600 City Of Angkor Wat
630 Tabjeel
700 Skytrain
730 Magic Time
800 Rose Buck
830 Elpida
900 Rouge Nuage
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 29, 2014 7:36:13 GMT
GODOLPHIN have closed down their Highfields Stable on Bury Road in Newmarket in a move that will result in a “relatively small number” of staff losing their jobs.
The development is not thought to be a cue for a significant reduction in the number of horses the powerful operation have in training, but is likely nonetheless to foster anxiety at Flat racing’s headquarters, where Godolphin founder Sheikh Mohammed has set up a racing and breeding empire.
In a statement, Godolphin’s managing director Hugh Anderson said on Thursday: “Godolphin today moved the horses out of one of our smaller yards in Newmarket, Highfields.
“Those horses have been distributed around other Godolphin or Darley training yards in the town and, as a result, a number of staff have also been redeployed within the company here or in Dubai.
“With fewer horses to train, there has unfortunately been a need to let a relatively small number of yard staff go.”
Anderson would not be drawn on the number of staff losing their job at Highfields, which is among the operation’s smaller yard facilities in Newmarket.
The Grade II Listed stable is thought to house up to 50 horses at any one time, while the two main training yards in the area, Godolphin Stables and Moulton Paddocks, run by Saeed Bin Suroor and Charlie Appleby, are each dealing with at least three times that number.
Despite huge investment, Godolphin have yet to register a top-flight victory in Europe this season, relying on eight-year-old Cavalryman to fly the flag with two Group 2 successes. =========================================
Today's racing: Tupi fancied for Stonehenge success TUPI, runner-up to Highland Reel in Goodwood's Group 2 Vintage Stakes last month, bids to continue the outstanding record of the Richard Hannon stable in the Listed EBF Stallions Stonehenge Stakes (6.40) at Salisbury. ===========================================
Winners, winners, winners 3131F451311313131F12 - these are Tony McCoy's finishing positions since Monday, quite remarkable you'll agree. He has 110 winners this season and has five well-fancied rides at Bangor today to add to his haul. =============================================
Soft It has been pretty wet at Sandown and the going is soft on the sprint track and good to soft, soft in places on the round track. As well as racing today, Sandown hosts the Group 3 Solario Stakes on Saturday. 52 mins ago. ==========================================
Friday feast Friday - one day until the weekend - and there is plenty of action to keep us entertained. We have racing at Bangor, Down Royal, Salisbury, Sandown, Thirsk and Wolverhampton. ========================================
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 29, 2014 7:36:48 GMT
SATURDAY.
RACES SHOWN ON TERRESTRIAL TV 2:05 SAN National Youth Music Theatre Charity Handicap Cl3 5f6y CH4 Card Betting 2:20 CHS Sportingbet Handicap Cl2 5f110y CH4 Card Betting 2:25 BEV Betfred Beverley Bullet Sprint Stakes (Listed Race) Cl1 5f CH4 Card Betting 2:40 SAN European Wealth Solario Stakes (Group 3) Cl1 7f16y CH4 Card Betting 2:55 CHS Crabbie´s Alcoholic Ginger Beer Handicap Cl2 7f122y CH4 Card Betting 3:15 SAN Thoroughbred Breeders´ Association Atalanta Stakes (Group 3) (Fillies & Mares) Cl1 1m14y CH4 Card Betting 3:30 CHS Win £10,000,000 On Betdaq Colossus Chester Stakes (Listed Handicap) Cl1 1m5f89y CH4 Card Betting 3:50 SAN St James Theatre Handicap Cl2 1m2f7y CH4 Card Betting
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 29, 2014 7:56:45 GMT
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 29, 2014 9:41:57 GMT
WEEKEND.
RACE RATINGS.
Saturday 30 August - 3.15 Sandown TBA Atalanta Stakes (Group 3) (Class 1) (Fillies & Mares) 1m
311-00 Amazing Maria 3 Ed Dunlop Looked highly progressive last year, culminating in a Group 3 win at Goodwood in the summer but has been disappointing this term. Best watched. RATING: 92 70-681 Audacia 4 Hugo Palmer Didn't quite look good enough in Listed company until she won at Pontefact last time on soft ground. Would have a chance again if the ground came up testing. RATING: 95 31211 Bragging 3 Sir Michael Stoute This filly was most impressive at York and made it look easy against some useful handicappers. This represents a big step-up but she could be very decent. RATING: 99 1161 Buredyma 3 William Haggas Nicely bred filly but will surely be out of her depth here. Her last win came off a mark of 79. RATING: 90 267121 Dalkova 5 J P Murtagh Not many trainers are able to improve a horse from Richard Hannon's. But Johnny Murtagh has done so with this mare. She is possibly still improving and is a danger. RATING: 98 1-322 Diamond Dove 3 Andreas Lowe Second in a Group One in Germany last time, this filly is very good but the return to a mile might not be a positive. RATING: 96 61114 Etaab 3 William Haggas Disappointing last time on soft ground, this filly had been in good form beforehand and is highly thought of. She needs quick ground. RATING: 94 1-211 Fintry 3 A Fabre Godolphin could have a nice prospect here and she won a Group 2 nicely at Chantilly last time. Likely to feature. RATING: 98 411108 Kosika 4 Mark Johnston The winner of a competitive Newbury handicap in July, Kosika is game but is possibly not quite Listed class. RATING: 94 3-6296 Lily Rules 3 Tony Coyle Not won since August last year and unlikely to better that record here. RATING: 91 235-1 Nur Jahan 4 David Lanigan The winner of a Southwell maiden last time, she should be completely outclassed here. RATING: 88 25324 Odeliz 4 K R Burke This consistent filly has run well this season without winning, but she can't be discounted here. RATING: 97 016255 Pelerin 3 Marco Botti Almost won a similar race at Newbury earlier in the summer, but she will need to be at her best to feature here. The drop back to a mile may help. RATING: 95 23121 Token Of Love 3 William Haggas Already a Listed winner, Token Of Love is expected by her trainer to progress into a Group filly. Respected. RATING: 98 21-11 Water Hole 3 John Gosden This filly looks highly progressive and could well be up to taking the step up to Group class in her stride. RATING: 96 213277 Wee Jean 3 Mick Channon This filly has been busy this year but has posted some excellent results. She has the ability but her busy schedule is a concern. RATING: 94 1114-3 Zibelina 4 Charlie Appleby The winner of a Group 3 at Deauville in August last year, this filly has only been seen once this season. She should build on that run and go well. RATING: 99 1-1773 Zurigha 4 Richard Hannon Won a Listed race at Newmarket last year and has shown she still retains her ability in a few runs this season. Good but probably not good enough. RATING: 95 211 Belle D'Or 3 John Gosden Highly regarded by her trainer, this filly just got up in a Listed contest last time and is expected to come on again for that. Respected. RATING: 100 ============================================
STAT WATCH.
This week, Freddie Tylicki has been in flying form, with an almost 37% strike-rate and he should be kept on the right side of. This may coincide with James Fanshawe's improved form and the pairing are a danger to all, particularly in handicaps. Unsurprisingly, William Buick and James Doyle also hold healthy strike-rates and with the John Gosden bandwagon continuing to roll, the former is likely to improve his stats further this weekend. Williams Haggas boasted a 27% strike-rate last week and he has a whole host of entries at Sandown this weekend which should not be ignored. Godolphin generally do well in the autumn and Saeed bin Suroor's horses are also going well and should be noted. Tim Easterby, Kevin Ryan and David O'Meara have enviable records at Beverley and they all have runners in the feature race this weekend at the north Yorkshire track - the Listed Bullet Sprint Stakes over the minimum trip. Bogart and York Glory represent Kevin Ryan, while Bondesire (David O'Meara) and Confessional (Tim Easterby) represent the other trainers in form. Ryan Moore and Sir Michael Stoute have a great record at Sandown and are likely to have a fair few runners there on Saturday. Bragging and Disengo are both entered in Group 3 races and are likely improvers. William Haggas has the best record of all the trainers with runners at the Esher track and he is likely to be amongst the winners with his many intended runners. His three possible runners in the Group 3 Atalanta Stakes are all highly regarded and whichever he chooses to run will surely go very close. =====================================
DOUBLE UP.
This is a betting advice feature. Whilst there's no guarantee that this feature will make a profit, we will be doing our best! This bet does not involve any funds from the syndicate pot, it's merely for your personal entertainment. We select one horse for Saturday and if it wins, you stake the full returns from your bet onto next week's DOUBLE UP horse. Then we will advise whether or not to 'double up' again or pull out and start afresh. The horse selected last week (Limato) was a non-runner. THIS WEEK'S RACE IS: The Atalanta Stakes Scheduled for 3.15 Sandown - Saturday, 30 August The selected horse is: BELLE D'OR =====================================
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 29, 2014 9:48:46 GMT
15:50 Friday 29th August Racing Tips - 29/08/2014
I fancy Beach Bar will win at Sandown but Ryan Moore suggested the hood should be left off after last time but they keep it on. Whilst that's perhaps no real concern, he's a skinny price in an open race with lots of potential improvers. Grevillea is not going the right way but this is the first time she has had soft ground since running at Nottingham off 7lb higher and she is more likely to handle the ground than some of these. She's not very big either and running up in class with a feather weight on her back is no bad thing. Her run prior to Nottingham was probably a career best behind Chatez and that form gives her a chance at 14/1. She may be worth a crack at further but the stiff finish and Imshivalla taking them along should help her cause. Sandown 15.35 - Grevillea 1pt e/w
Green Howard has probably been on a few lists for a while and today could be the day. He's a little shorter than perhaps he should be on recent efforts at 13/2 but this is a race where few have progressive profiles. He should be winning off a mark of 80 and Daniel Tudhope, who has a good record on him, could just eek out that improvement required. Almanack proved he got this trip last time and is very much the next of interest. Thirsk 15.15 - Green Howard 1pt e/w
There's pace right across the track in the Thirsk feature from 20, 15, 1, 6 and possibly 8. That said, there's not bags of it and that gives Tumblewind a chance of getting this trip. She just failed to do so over the stiffer 6 at Ponterfract but has a great record here with George Chaloner and is just 3lb higher than for that last win. The yard are going well this month and 201 is too big. I'm tempted by Hadaj and Mississippi but am surprised to see Rocksilla as big as 18/1. She finished last year very much on the up but was found out pitched into good company at the start of this. Now eased 5lb since reappearance, and given she probably found the ground a bit soft last time, she has a super chance today. This yard are flying too and Seb Sanders has won with her before. Thirsk 15.50 - Tumblewind 1pt e/w Thirsk 15.50 - Rocksilla 1pt e/w
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 29, 2014 16:22:21 GMT
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 29, 2014 17:11:15 GMT
Sandown going change The going at Sandown has been changed to good to soft on the round course. It remains soft on the sprint track.
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 29, 2014 18:16:41 GMT
SKY BET.
Sandown stage the Solario Stakes (2.40pm) tomorrow, a race won 12 months ago by subsequent Irish 2000 Guineas, St James's Palace and Sussex Stakes hero Kingman.
There may be nothing of his potential in this year's renewal but Aktabantay, the mount of Ryan Moore, brings proven Group form to the table while Pallister is expected to relish the testing conditions.
The opening National Youth Music Theatre Charity Handicap at 2.05pm looks a very competitive heat - but we're offering a helping hand by paying an EXTRA PLACE.
The Channel 4 cameras are also at Beverley, where Pearl Secret looks to get his season back on track in the Bullet at 2.25pm.
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 29, 2014 18:42:23 GMT
Hugo Palmer is excited at the prospect of saddling the highly promising Aktabantay in the European Wealth Solario Stakes at Sandown Park.
Palmer has had this seven-furlong Group Three contest in mind for the son of Oasis Dream for some time and reports the colt to be in tip-top shape.
Aktabantay was last seen finishing second to the impressive winner Estidhkaar in the Group Two Superlative Stakes after getting off the mark at Newcastle, and since Newmarket all roads have led to Sandown.
"He's done extremely well since Newmarket and I think the track will suit him," said Palmer.
"He's always done his best work on rising ground, at Newcastle and Newmarket. The four furlongs of rising ground at Sandown will really suit him.
"This has been very much the race I've wanted to run him in all year. It has been the plan since his maiden and I'm just looking forward to it. Drying ground would help him."
Godolphin's Future Empire steps straight into Pattern company after making a winning debut in a Newmarket maiden five weeks ago.
"He is doing well and worked really well this week. I like him and he is improving all the time," his trainer Saeed bin Suroor told At The Races. "It gives us a clear picture for the future when you can run them in Group races."
Lexington Times has twice been beaten since opening his account at Headquarters. His latest defeat came over six furlongs at Ripon and his trainer Richard Hannon believes the step back up to seven will play to his strengths.
"Lexington Times is back over seven furlongs in the Solario, having found six too sharp in the Hornblower at Ripon, a track that does not suit every horse," the Marlborough handler told his website.
"The form of the maiden which our fellow won at Newmarket's July meeting could not have worked out better, and if he handles the ground we would hope for a big run." ===============================
A ndre Fabre expects Fintry to put up a good show despite an enforced 90-day lay-off when she returns in the Thoroughbred Breeders' Association Atalanta Stakes at Sandown Park.
The master French trainer has stressed the Godolphin filly will need the run after being ill during the summer, but he believes she will do herself justice on her comeback run.
He is also hoping the ground dries out for the daughter of Shamardal, who is burdened with a 7lb penalty for winning the Group Two Prix de Sandringham at Chantilly on June 1.
"She's been off for nearly the whole summer. She got affected by a serious cough, so she will need the race," said Fabre, whose charge has the Sun Chariot Stakes at Newmarket in the autumn as her main target.
"Hopefully the ground will be good, but it has been raining there this week. Apart from that she has been a nice filly with a good record and she will run well. The idea is to have her fit for the Sun Chariot."
Godolphin are also represented by the four-year-old Zibelina, who has had just the one run this term, finishing third to Be My Gal at Goodwood in early May. Charlie Appleby's charge was a close fourth behind dead-heaters Integral and Ladys First in this race 12 months ago, and she carries plenty of stable confidence this time round.
"She seems in good form and has had a nice break since her last run," said Appleby. "She'll appreciate the cut in the ground and we're looking forward to running her."
Karl Burke is undaunted at taking on Fintry and the others with Odeliz, who was beaten only a length by Thistle Bird at Epsom in June befored claiming a narrow fourth to Mango Diva in the Group Two Kilboy Estate Stakes at the Curragh last time out.
Odeliz was declared for the Group Three Dance Design Stakes back there on Sunday as a precaution, but Burke insists she will run at Sandown.
"We just wanted to give ourselves every option, ground-wise etc, but she's definitely going to Sandown," said the Middleham trainer.
"She's in great form. She looks as though she's improved again, she's heavier than she's ever been and she's working as well as she's ever done.
"We're taking on a French filly with a very good trainer, but we're going to give it a shot and I think we're going to give her a good race. She loves cut in the ground and it will be on the soft side at Sandown and I think the track will really suit her."
Richard Hannon is convinced Zurigha has outstanding claims on the form she has shown this season against some of the best fillies around.
"The ground will be testing, but Zurigha did finish fourth in the French 1000 Guineas (last year) when it was very soft, so I'd like to think she will handle conditions in the Atalanta," he told his website.
"Look at her two best runs this year and her claims are outstanding. She beat Ribbons on the Polytrack at Kempton in April, and James Fanshawe's filly franked the form when winning a Group One in France last weekend, while Zurigha's last run at Ascot's King George meeting - third to Euro Charline - looks pretty smart following the winner's subsequent victory in the Grade One Beverly D in Chicago."
Hugo Palmer has been delighted with Audacia since she took Listed honours in the Pipalong Stakes at Pontefract on her latest start, but he knows she has more on her plate here.
"A flash thunderstorm will help Audacia, but she will be fine on the ground whatever it is," said the Newmarket handler. "It's not going to be quick ground, it's going to be slow ground. She's done nothing but improve all year and she has come on since Pontefract, but she will obviously need to. Pontefract was a Listed race and this is a Group race." ===================================
Robert Cowell feels veteran sprinter Kingsgate Native has a good opportunity to open his account for the campaign in the Betfred Beverley Bullet.
It is over seven years since the son of Mujadil claimed Group One glory in the Nunthorpe as a two-year-old and he struck again at the highest level in the 2008 Golden Jubilee Stakes at Royal Ascot.
Plenty of water has passed under the bridge since then, with Kingsgate Native retired to Cheveley Park Stud only to then return to racing, a nd while it is stretching things to suggest he remains at the peak of his powers, the nine-year-old has run admirably in defeat this term.
Decent efforts behind the likes of Sole Power, Hot Streak and Extortionist prove he remains eminently capable on his day, with Cowell keen to put a line through his last run at Glorious Goodwood.
The Cambridgeshire handler said: "He's been in great form since Goodwood. I don't think Goodwood is really his track as they go very quick there over five (furlongs) and as he's an older horse, they just got him a bit out of his comfort zone.
"He's been running well all year and if they go quickly at Beverley they should come back to him. I'm sure he'll be coming on strong at the finish."
Another horse having his sights significantly lowered is David Barron's Pearl Secret. The Maunby handler has never made any secret of the fact he feels the five-year-old is the most talented sprinter he has trained, but a preference for ease in the ground and an injury setback last season has limited him to just 10 competitive appearances.
Pearl Secret disappointed when last seen in the King's Stand at Royal Ascot, but Barron is keeping his fingers crossed that he gets his favoured conditions. A prominent showing could also earn him a tilt at the Betfred Sprint Cup at Haydock on Saturday week.
Barron said: "I'd love to run him, as long as the ground isn't too quick. I'm fairly desperate to get a run into him, if I can, as he's ready to run and he's in good form at home. I'm really happy with him at the moment and as long as the ground is all right we'll have a go. The whole idea is to try to get him back on target for the following week."
Three-year-old filly Mecca's Angel has enjoyed an excellent campaign for trainer Michael Dods, bolting up at Thirsk and Hamilton before finishing fifth in a Maisons-Laffitte Listed event in May. She has been kept away from the quicker ground in the summer and Dods is also praying for rain on the Westwood.
He said: "It's a tough race for a three-year-old, but she's well and there are no alternative races for her, really. We could do with a drop of rain. She's definitely better with a bit of juice in the ground and if it came up good to firm we probably wouldn't run her. We're happy with her at home and we're keen to get her out if we can."
Another trainer hoping for an ease in the ground is Rae Guest, who saddles Mirza, whose last three victories have come in Ireland and France.
"We're hoping they get some more rain. If it's good ground we'll probably take our chance, but we wouldn't want it any quicker, ideally. If the ground isn't in his favour it will be a shame as this looks a perfect race for him," said the Newmarket handler.
"The Abbaye at Longchamp is the plan, but if we don't go to Beverley he's in the race he dead-heated in last year (Prix du Petit Couvert) and in the Flying Five at the Curragh in Ireland, so he'll probably go for one of those first."
Willbeme has already struck over course and distance this year, as well as scoring at York.
Trainer Neville Bycroft said: "She's been in smashing form and fast ground will suit her. I was very happy with her at York as she showed she can go well against good horses. This is just as tough, but she deserves to win a big one. She's won well at Beverley before, has a decent draw and we've got Silvestre (de Sousa) on again, so that's good."
Line Of Reason has done Paul Midgley proud this year with lucrative victories at the Curragh and York.
The trainer said: "I think he's worth a go at this level. Everything went wrong at York last time - we couldn't get any cover, and that was a big problem - but he still ran well.
"We've a nice draw and there should be plenty of pace on, as well. The key to him is the ground, though. If it stays dry, then it's happy days. It's not as competitive a race as it might have been, but hopefully he'll cope well with the step up in class." ========================================
De Rigueur will attempt to resume winning ways at Chester just a week after unsuitable ground foiled his chance of completing the hat-trick in the Betfred Ebor.
Marco Botti's seven-year-old had gone to York on the back of victories in quite valuable handicaps at Newmarket and Haydock, but his bid for glory in one of the richest handicaps of them all was compromised by quick conditions and he trailed home well beaten behind Mutual Regard.
De Rigueur was not subjected to a hard race once his jockey Andrea Atzeni found he was not happy on the ground. Botti reports the gelding to have taken those exertions in his stride and has no qualms about turning him out in the Win £10,000,000 On Betdaq Colossus Chester Stakes on the Roodee.
"He's come out of the race fine. Unfortunately, the rain never got to York for the right time so we ended up running on fast ground and he didn't let himself down. He needs a bit of cut in the ground," said the Newmarket trainer.
"We've decided to let him take his chance at Chester while the ground is still on the soft side. He seems well after York and Andrea said he didn't enjoy the ground so he looked after the horse. He didn't have a hard race.
"The key to him is the ground. There is another race at Haydock (the Betfred Old Borough Cup) next week, but looking at the forecast it might be a dry week."
Whiplash Willie was a late withdrawal from the Ebor as his trainer Andrew Balding felt the going was too fast for the six-year-old.
It was not the first time Balding has had to make that decision this summer but he expects conditions to be suitable for the stayer, who has not raced since finishing third to Brown Panther in the Group Three Henry II Stakes at Sandown three months ago.
"The ground, at last, should be fine for him. He has to give a bit of weight away but he's in great form and I'd hope he'd run very well," said the Kingsclere handler.
Noble Silk takes his chance in this limited handicap only because he failed to make the cut for the Ebor. The Lucy Wadham-trained five-year-old has been a model of consistency this term but only has a victory in a Haydock handicap in May to his name.
He was fourth to Angel Gabriel in the Northumberland Plate at Newcastle and third behind Van Percy, who was second in last weekend's Ebor, at Goodwood on his latest start.
"We were hoping to make the Ebor, but we missed the cut there so this is a fall-back position, but he's very well," said Wadham.
"I think he's been a bit unlucky in his last two runs not to finish a little bit closer. We are hoping it's going to be his turn, but he has been consistent all season, which has been great, and he continues to be in good form." =======================================
Taghrooda is on track for the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe despite suffering a shock reverse at York last week.
John Gosden's charge was a hot favourite for the Yorkshire Oaks after bagging both the Oaks at Epsom and the King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes at Ascot on her previous two starts,.
However, she had to settle for second behind Tapestry, with Gosden thinking his star filly was not totally at home on the quick ground.
He told At The Races: "I'll be quite honest, our filly didn't quite let herself go on the ground, but I was not going to stand making excuses afterwards. I don't believe in that, I don't like anyone who whinges, but the ground was quick underneath and she was just holding back on it.
"It was the same for everyone and that's why you don't whinge, you just get on with it.
"She's in great order and we're pointing towards the Arc.
"I take nothing from the filly that won - she's very talented, beautifully bred and people forget she was favourite for the Guineas. She got lost early in the year and I think they changed the programme, put some condition on her and she came there with a lot of confidence behind her.
"I think they are two exceptional fillies and she liked fast ground more than we did. It was that ground where the grass was short with a little give on top and boom, very firm underneath. It wasn't her favourite but you go there to race, not to moan about the ground." ======================================
Ger Lyons is hopeful star juvenile Cappella Sansevero can get back on the winning trail in Sunday's Nestle Supporting Irish Autism Action Round Tower Stakes at the Curragh.
The Showcasing colt has enjoyed a superb season thus far, winning his first three starts before finding only top-class The Wow Signal too strong in the Coventry Stakes at Royal Ascot.
Lyons was keen to take the blame for his disappointing showing in the Railway Stakes on his next appearance and he bounced back to form as the trainer expected when finishing a close third in the Phoenix Stakes three weeks ago.
A positive showing this weekend could earn Cappella Sansevero a return to Group One level in the Middle Park Stakes at Newmarket on October 17.
Lyons said: "He's in good order and you'd like to think he should be (hard to beat), but there is no such thing as a certainty in this game.
"I shouldn't have run him in the Railway Stakes, as I've already said, and that run is the only blemish on his record.
"He's a very straightforward horse, he's rated 113 and he should give a good account of himself. Hopefully this is the next step on the road to the Middle Park. That's the plan."
Andrea Atzeni will be on board Cappella Sansevero for the first time this weekend, his first significant ride for owners Qatar Racing since it was announced last week that he would take over from current retained jockey Jamie Spencer next year.
Atzeni also rides the Lyons-trained two-year-old Sacrificial and Eddie Lynam's Dance Design Stakes contender Pearl Of Africa for Sheikh Fahad's burgeoning empire.
Sheikh Fahad's racing manager David Redvers said: "Sheikh Fahad thought it would be a good idea for Andrea to go to ride the two two-year-olds as he will be riding them next year.
"There was little point in Jamie travelling to Ireland for just the one ride (Pearl Of Africa), so Andrea rides him as well."
Cappella Sansevero is the star turn in a seven-strong Group Three field. Aidan O'Brien relies on Railway Stakes third War Envoy, while Rapid Applause is an interesting contender for trainer Michael O'Callaghan.
The Cork maiden winner ran well in both the Railway and the Anglesey Stakes and missed the Gimcrack at York after a dirty scope.
O'Callaghan said: "His scope seems good, so fingers crossed he goes there in good shape. There are only seven runners. Cappella Sansevero is the one to beat, but we can't be afraid of one horse and we're expecting our lad to go close.
"He ran a good race in the Anglesey and has improved since then, so we're looking forward to running him. We've no plans beyond this weekend. We'll see how he runs on Sunday first."
Approbare, Invincible Diamond, Shepherd's Purse and Blackbriar complete the field. ==============================================
Fozzy Stack believes Alive Alive Oh is beginning to return to her best form ahead of the Xtravision & HMV Supporting Irish Autism Action Dance Design Fillies Stakes at the Curragh on Sunday.
The four-year-old looked destined for the top following a smart display in the Salsabil Stakes at Navan in May of last year, but little has gone right for the talented filly since.
Her first three starts in 2014 suggested her best days may be behind her, but connections persevered and were rewarded with a far more encouraging display at Gowran Park earlier this month, with Alive Alive Oh finishing a clear second behind Carla Bianca in the Hurry Harriet Stakes.
She is joined by stable companion Waltzing Matilda in this weekend's nine-furlong Group Three, and Fozzy Stack, son and assistant to his father Tommy, is hopeful both can make their presence felt.
He said: "Hopefully the two of them will run well. Alive Alive Oh ran her best race for a while the other day, so hopefully she's started to turn to the corner.
"Waltzing Matilda has been running well all year and on form you'd have to side with her out of the two, but the other filly does seem to be coming back to herself."
The George Kent-trained Shanooan won at the Curragh on her penultimate start but was unable to make an impact in more testing conditions at Cork last time, and the trainer is hoping the rain stays away.
He said: "All the Listed and Group Three races in Ireland are very competitive and we're on the hunt for black type as she has a good pedigree.
"She likes the Curragh and the forecast is good, so hopefully she'll get some decent ground as that's what she needs.
"The ground was much too soft for her in Cork the last day. We nearly didn't run her, but there were a few non-runners and our hand was forced to a certain extent. We won't run her on that ground again.
"To be placed this weekend she's going to have to find a few pounds, so we're hoping she can do that."
Dermot Weld saddles the aforementioned Carla Bianca and also Afternoon Sunlight, with stable jockey Pat Smullen siding with the former. Aidan O'Brien is also double-handed, with Beyond Brilliance and Palace in the mix.
Shay Barry saddles the consistent Akira, while Mick Halford runs Mizzava and Eddie Lynam is represented by Pearl Of Africa. ======================================
Roger Charlton stressed it would be one small step at a time with the impressively entered-up Time Test after his fairly routine victory in the British Stallion Studs EBF Maiden Stakes at Sandown.
As the Wiltshire trainer makes a habit of being accurate in his assessments, there had been a fascinating buzz around the Dubawi colt prior to his debut at Newbury last month, when he went off at odds-on but came up a neck short against a more experienced opponent.
Sent off the 5-6 favourite under James Doyle here, he either led or stayed close to the pace throughout the seven furlongs and completed the job by a brisk two and three-quarter lengths.
From one of Khalid Abdullah's breeding families closely allied with the late Sir Henry Cecil, Time Test is out of the high-class mare Passage Of Time and thus a half-brother to Retirement Plan. He is engaged in next month's Juddmonte Royal Lodge Stakes as well as the Dubai Dewhurst Stakes and Racing Post Trophy.
Charlton said: "He looked like he might do that for 90 per cent of his run last time. James said he wasn't mad on the soft ground, it blunted his turn of foot, but I suppose it was the same for all of them."
Asked if the Royal Lodge might be an option, he added: "We'll see. He has got some Group One entries, and he's got a Group One pedigree, but he has only won a maiden and would need to do a bit more first. We'll just go quietly. I don't think he needs to be going a mile yet."
Abdullah's colours were carried to a later victory by John Gosden's Ski Lift (9-2), who stayed on strongly up the Esher slope in the HWFA Williams Handicap to give Doyle a double.
Another winner with an aristocratic pedigree was Basem, who provided the second leg of a Richard Hughes double in the ROA Owners Jackpot Handicap. The full-brother to last year's Lockinge and Champion Stakes winner Farhh has the same trainer in Saeed bin Suroor, and had been off the mark straight away at the Craven meeting.
Beaten at the next attempt at Beverley in May, the 7-2 chance took this event in his stride by a length and a half.
"He's a nice horse," said Hughes. "I got the impression going down to the start that he'd want a lead, and I'd like to ride him in a better race."
Hughes had earlier brought a good training performance from Stuart Kittow to fruition in the Sports Taster Day Handicap when the 10-1 chance Macdillon overcame an absence of 338 days.
Devon-based Kittow said: "We had a virus in the spring, so we've been easy on the horses. He should have won this race last year - Kieren Fallon was furious as he couldn't get through for a run. He loves this place and conditions were ideal today."
Majestic Hero looked a sprinter with a solid future, possibly for different connections, after the Orleans Nursery.
Trained by Ron Harris, the 9-4 favourite was sixth in a strong York event landed by Felix Leiter and had much less on his plate back down to the minimum trip, with David Probert driving his mount a length and a quarter clear of Perardua.
It had taken Majestic Hero's groom Roshan an hour and a quarter to create a unique and intricate pattern on his quarters, using his own design.
Harris said: "He's got a real physique, this horse, ever since we had him as a yearling. We'll have to see where we go now, but there's been a lot of interest in him from everywhere."
Just a trio lined up for the Squire Furneaux Volvo Maiden Fillies' Stakes with Charlie Hills' outsider-of-three Brown Diamond (5-2) coming out ahead under Ryan Moore. "She didn't get a mile and a half in sticky ground in the Cheshire Oaks and would have needed her last run as she's had a few niggly problems," said the trainer. ======================================
Belardo is set to bid for a first Pattern success in the At The Races Champagne Stakes at Doncaster on September 13.
Roger Varian's charge was an impressive winner of the L isted Washington Singer Stakes at Newbury earlier this month after winning on his debut at Yarmouth in June before finishing fourth in the July Stakes.
Belardo switched up to seven furlongs at Newbury and that is also the trip he will face in the Group Two on Town Moor.
Varian said: "The Champagne Stakes is on Belardo's agenda. He is in good order and really took the race well at Newbury. He has been training nicely and the Champagne Stakes is where we are looking to go next.
"It was a good performance last time. We were a bit worried about the ground beforehand but he handled it well. He travelled nicely and showed a good turn of foot, which was pleasing.
"He has now won on good to firm and good to soft and is showing that versatility which is always nice to see in a young horse."
The Aidan O'Brien-trained pair of Gleneagles and Highland Reel, who both won Group Two contests last time out, are among the contenders at this stage along with last week's Acomb Stakes winner Dutch Connection.
Previous Group Two scorers Baitha Alga, Estidhkaar and Kool Kompany are still in the mix, as is i mpressive Chesham Stakes victor Richard Pankhurst. ======================================
Catterick is set to formally apply for planning permission to the local authority with a view to possibly staging Flat racing on an artificial surface in 2017.
Officials at the North Yorkshire track have been working closely with the British Horseracing Authority and other interested parties, including English Heritage, on a project that began two years ago.
Jump racing would continue as that circuit is separate apart from a couple of areas, similar to the situation at Kempton.
Ideally, Catterick would look to increase Flat racing by at least 30 fixtures so that they would have 50 Flat all-weather fixtures and 10 over jumps on turf.
Giving an update on progress, John Sanderson, chief executive of International Racecourse Management, which runs Catterick, told Racing UK: "We started working on this two years ago.
"We spent quite a lot of time on the design of the track, which will replace the turf track if it happens, with the assistance of the BHA and the racecourse department.
"We've had to involve English Heritage as there are a lot of Roman remains at Catterick.
"We are now formulating our formal planning submission to the local authority.
"Jumping will continue at Catterick. They are two separate tracks, they do intertwine twice but that isn't an issue and that's all been approved by the BHA.
"It's very difficult to put a timescale on it, but maybe 2017, something like that."
Sanderson's update comes hot on the heels of news of a petition being organised by the National Trainers Federation against plans to convert the turf course at Newcastle into an all-weather track.
Those having signed the NTF petition include Sir Michael Stoute and Luca Cumani, and Hugo Palmer has added his voice to the protests.
Palmer, whose winners at Newcastle include his star two-year-old Aktabantay, said in his StanJames.com blog: " Newcastle is the racecourse where I have the best strike-rate. I don't know whether I have the best strike-rate of any trainer at Newcastle, but I would suspect it would be between 40 and 50 per cent of the horses I send there.
"I do think it is the best racecourse in the country and I mean that as a place to run a horse. It ticks all the boxes for me. James Armstrong is a magnificent clerk of the course, they've got wonderful turf, very good shelter - there's very rarely a strong wind. It's a very very nice place to run a horse and I would be devastated to see it turned into an all-weather track.
" If they want to have it in the north, they should have it at Musselburgh or at Catterick. Don't destroy the best turf track in the country. And when you've got people like Sir Michael Stoute speaking out against it - and we all know that Stoutey is quite reticent when it comes to speaking out - they need to be listened to."
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Post by Kimmy on Aug 29, 2014 18:47:19 GMT
Wolverhampton, 29 Aug 14
Race 1 - 6:00pm THE BET totejackpot APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Josephine Gordon, the rider of ADIMENDIS (IRE), unplaced, reported that the gelding ran too freely.
View Stewards Report Sandown Park, 29 Aug 14
Race 2 - 2:30pm THE SPORTS TASTER DAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Declan Bates, the rider of BEACH RHYTHM (USA), unplaced, reported that the gelding reared as the stalls opened.
Jim Crowley, the rider of MONSIEUR JAMIE, unplaced, reported that the gelding was slowly away.
Race 4 - 3:35pm THE ROA OWNERS JACKPOT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) (BOBIS RACE) Ryan Moore, the rider of BEACH BAR (IRE), placed sixth, reported that the gelding ran too free. The Stewards ordered BEACH BAR (IRE) to be routine tested.
Race 6 - 4:45pm THE HWFA WILLIAMS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (BOBIS RACE) Ryan Moore, the rider of SAVANT (IRE), unplaced, reported that the colt moved poorly. The Veterinary Officer reported that during routine sampling the colt was found to have lost its left fore shoe and as a consequence was sore on that foot.
Pat Cosgrave, the rider of LAURELITA (IRE), unplaced, reported that the filly was denied a clear run.
View Stewards Report Salisbury, 29 Aug 14
Race 2 - 5:40pm THE BATHWICK TYRES MAIDEN AUCTION STAKES (CLASS 5) Louis Steward, the rider of ENTENTE, unplaced, reported that the colt ran too free going to post.
Race 3 - 6:10pm THE BATHWICK TYRES NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Andrea Atzeni, the rider of ARTHUR'S WAY (IRE), unplaced, reported that the colt moved poorly and was never travelling. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the colt failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 5 - 7:10pm THE BREEZE FM & JACK FM HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (BOBIS RACE) The Stewards held an enquiry into possible interference approaching the two furlong marker. Having heard their evidence and viewed recordings of the race they found that DER MEISTER (IRE), unplaced, ridden by Oisin Murphy, had interfered with PENNINE PANTHER, unplaced, ridden by Dane O'Neill. The Stewards found Murphy in breach of Rule (B)54.1 and guilty of careless riding in that he had made a manoeuvre left when not clear, bumping PENNINE PANTHER on three occasions. They suspended him for 4 days as follows: Friday 12, Sunday 14, Monday 15 and Tuesday 16 September 2014.
George Baker, the rider of HIGH CHURCH (IRE), unplaced, reported that the gelding was denied a clear run. The Stewards ordered HIGH CHURCH (IRE) to be routine tested.
Non-Race related incidents Richard Hughes, who was declared to ride GRENADE, had failed to arrive in time to weigh out. The Stewards accepted his explanation that the owner's helicopter failed to arrive to transport him from Sandown to Salisbury racecourse. Permission was given for Martin Harley to be substituted.
View Stewards Report Thirsk, 29 Aug 14
Race 1 - 2:10pm THE RACING UK ANYWHERE AVAILABLE NOW MAIDEN CLAIMING STAKES (CLASS 4) (BOBIS RACE) Jamie Spencer, the rider of INDIAN KEYS, unplaced, reported that the filly hung left. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the filly during routine testing failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Andrew Mullen, the rider of ASTREA, unplaced, reported that the filly hung left throughout. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the filly failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 2 - 2:40pm THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 4) (BOBIS RACE) The Stewards held an enquiry into possible interference two furlongs out. Having heard their evidence and viewed recordings of the race they found that GAME SHOW, placed fourth, ridden by Ahmed Ajtebi, had interfered with NEWGATE PRINCESS, unplaced, ridden by Barry McHugh. The Stewards found Ajtebi in breach of Rule (B)54.1 and guilty of careless riding in that he allowed his mount to drift right causing Barry McHugh to check. They suspended him for 1 day as follows: Friday 12 September 2014.
Race 3 - 3:15pm THE JW 4X4 NORTHALLERTON HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) The Stewards held an enquiry into the running and riding of LEWISHAM, ridden by Adrian Nicholls and trained by David Nicholls, who raced mid division and appeared to be eased in the closing stages to finish twelfth, beaten some 33¾ lengths. The rider reported at scales that the gelding was never travelling. They interviewed the rider. They also received a report from the Veterinary Officer who confirmed that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities. The rider stated that LEWISHAM tended to hang and that he had attempted to kid the gelding along in the early stages, but felt that he was reluctant to race latterly. Having heard his evidence and viewed recordings of the race the Stewards noted his explanation.
Race 4 - 3:50pm THE THEAKSTON LIGHTFOOT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Jamie Spencer, the rider of CHOOSEDAY (IRE), unplaced, reported that the gelding stumbled at the start.
Jason Hart, the rider of RODRIGO DE TORRES, unplaced, reported that the gelding hung left throughout. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 6 - 4:55pm THE A FOR AGENCY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Jim Goldie, the trainer of CALEDONIA, reported that the gelding was unsuited by the good ground.
Race 8 - 5:55pm THE RACING UK ANDROID APP racinguk.com/mobile HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (DIV II) Luke Morris, the rider of PRESIDENTE, unplaced, reported that his saddle slipped.
Non-Race related incidents An employee of Richard Guest did not have an identity card to gain access to the stables and had to be issued with an emergency pass. The Stewards found the trainer in breach of Rule (C)40.5 and fined him £80.
View Stewards Report Bangor-on-Dee, 29 Aug 14
Race 1 - 2:20pm THE SIGHT LOSS SHROPSHIRE NOVICES' HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) The Veterinary Officer reported that EARLY APPLAUSE, which finished third, trained by Nicky Richards, was lame right fore.
Race 5 - 4:35pm THE DEREK BURRIDGE GOLF & RACING TROPHIES MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) The Stewards noted that PRINCE KHURRAM, placed third, had interfered with the winner, HEIST (IRE) on landing after the final flight, but after viewing a recording of the race they were satisfied that it did not involve a riding offence.
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Post by banger on Aug 29, 2014 21:50:54 GMT
Views from connection ahead of Sunday's Nestle Supporting Irish Autism Action Round Tower Stakes at the Curragh. Cappella Sansevero (right): Will be ridden by Andrea Atzeni Ger Lyons is hopeful star juvenile Cappella Sansevero can get back on the winning trail in Sunday's Nestle Supporting Irish Autism Action Round Tower Stakes at the Curragh. The Showcasing colt has enjoyed a superb season thus far, winning his first three starts before finding only top-class The Wow Signal too strong in the Coventry Stakes at Royal Ascot. Lyons was keen to take the blame for his disappointing showing in the Railway Stakes on his next appearance and he bounced back to form as the trainer expected when finishing a close third in the Phoenix Stakes three weeks ago. A positive showing this weekend could earn Cappella Sansevero a return to Group One level in the Middle Park Stakes at Newmarket on October 17. Lyons said: "He's in good order and you'd like to think he should be (hard to beat), but there is no such thing as a certainty in this game. "I shouldn't have run him in the Railway Stakes, as I've already said, and that run is the only blemish on his record. "He's a very straightforward horse, he's rated 113 and he should give a good account of himself. "Hopefully this is the next step on the road to the Middle Park. That's the plan." Andrea Atzeni will be on board Cappella Sansevero for the first time this weekend, his first significant ride for owners Qatar Racing since it was announced last week that he would take over from current retained jockey Jamie Spencer next year. Atzeni also rides the Lyons-trained two-year-old Sacrificial and Eddie Lynam's Dance Design Stakes contender Pearl Of Africa for Sheikh Fahad's burgeoning empire on Sunday's card. Sheikh Fahad's racing manager David Redvers said: "Sheikh Fahad thought it would be a good idea for Andrea to go to ride the two two-year-olds as he will be riding them next year. "There was little point in Jamie travelling to Ireland for just the one ride (Pearl Of Africa), so Andrea rides him as well." Cappella Sansevero is the star turn in a seven-strong Group Three field. Aidan O'Brien relies on Railway Stakes third War Envoy, while Rapid Applause is an interesting contender for trainer Michael O'Callaghan. The Cork maiden winner ran well in both the Railway and the Anglesey Stakes and missed the Gimcrack at York after a dirty scope. O'Callaghan said: "His scope seems good, so fingers crossed he goes there in good shape. "There are only seven runners. Cappella Sansevero is the one to beat, but we can't be afraid of one horse and we're expecting our lad to go close. "He ran a good race in the Anglesey and has improved since then, so we're looking forward to running him. "We've no plans beyond this weekend. We'll see how he runs on Sunday first." Approbare, Invincible Diamond, Shepherd's Purse and Blackbriar complete the field.
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