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Post by Kimmy on Sept 19, 2014 8:04:04 GMT
Ayr going The going at Ayr today is good, good to firm in places. The GoingStick readings (higher means firmer) on the sprint course are as follows: stands' side 8.5, centre 8.6 and far side 8.7. 42 mins ago.
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 19, 2014 8:04:30 GMT
New Zealand: Jockey David Walker has been banned from racing for seven years after being found to have deliberately prevented his mount from winning a race in which he had bet on a rival horse.
Walker, 38, was also fined NZ$3,000 (£1,485) after New Zealand's Judicial Control Authority found that he had not allowed his mount Watch Your Man to run on its merits behind St Ransom at Awapuni on August 16.
Jockeys in New Zealand are allowed to bet on their own mounts but Walker admitted that he had bet on St Ransom although he denied not riding his horse to obtain the best possible placing.
However, the JCA believed that Walker did not give his mount the opportunity to make progress during the race and failed to give a vigourous enough ride in the closing stages. Walker had initially blamed his tame finish on hand cramps.
Mike Godber, general manager of New Zealand's Racing Integrity Unit, told the Herald Sun: "Mr Walker's actions threatened the very fabric of New Zealand racing and the strong penalty applied by the JCA panel sends a signal that the industry holds the integrity of racing at the highest priority.
"The message is clear, serious breaches such as this case will have severe consequences for those involved."
A second charge against Walker for not riding Lil Mer on its merits at Waverly on July 31 was dismissed.
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 19, 2014 13:03:47 GMT
RACING NEWS.
Connections of the dual Derby winner Australia were left reeling after their three- year-old colt was overturned in the Irish Champion Stakes last Sunday, by the Kevin Ryan-trained The Grey Gatsby. Ridden by Ryan Moore, The Grey Gatsby was at one point four lengths down on 30/100F Australia, and being scrubbed along, but Moore asserted and his mount responded, snatching victory from the Aidan O’Brien- trained favourite in the closing stages to win by a neck. Kevin Ryan said he was "very proud" of the horse and that while The Grey Gatsby would not go to the Arc, he might go to Ascot for the Champion Stakes next month. Paul Nicholls's smart hurdler Zarkandar will not run in the Cesarewitch at Newmarket this season after his eight-time champion trainer withdrew him at the latest entry stage for the famous stayers' handicap. Nicholls reported that the three-time Grade 1-win- ning hurdler would not be ready in time for the Cesarewitch and will instead head to Wetherby's Charlie Hall Chase meeting, where he could run in the West Yorkshire Hurdle. Newmarket trainer David Simcock enjoyed a Grade 1 double at Canada's Woodbine racecourse last weekend. The Jamie Spencer-ridden Trade Storm won the fea- ture event, the Woodbine Mile, which had a total prize fund of £555,000, while Martin Lane rode his first top flight winner when he partnered Simcock's only other runner at the meeting, Sheikhzayedroad, in the Northern Dancer Turf. Simcock de- scribed the results as "very special", and said that Trade Storm may now head for the Breeders' Cup Turf, while Sheikhzayedroad could return to Canada for the International meeting next month, or maybe take up his entry in the Champion Stakes at Ascot on 18 October. The Michael Owen-owned Brown Panther, a stalwart of Tom Dascombe's Cheshire Stables, recorded his first Group 1 victory last Sunday when he triumphed in the Irish St Leger under stable jockey Richard Kingscote. After a tactically-astute ride from Kingscote, Brown Panther won by more than six lengths from Leading Light and Encke, and a jubilant Dascombe said the six-year- old Shirocco horse may now head to Ascot's Champions meeting next month. Treve, winner of last year's Arc de Triomphe, is still a leading fancy for next month's re- newal, despite a lacklustre performance in the Prix Vermeille last week, which saw her register her third straight defeat. Trainer Criquette Head-Maarek has not ruled the filly out of the Arc, but her owner, Sheikh Joann Al Thani, does have another string to his bow, in the form of Ruler Of The World, who made all to land the Prix Foy. Ruler Of The World was ridden to vic- tory by Frankie Dettori, for whom the win must have provided some satisfaction, hav- ing lost the ride on Treve to Thierry Jarnet, before the Vermeille. Ruler Of The World was cut from 33/1 to 16/1 for the Arc after his win, while the market is headed by John Gosden's talented three-year-old filly, Taghrooda, at 5/1. Trainer Roger Varian recorded his first Classic win last weekend, when his Derby runner-up Kingston Hill came through at the close with a late surge to land the St Leger, at Doncaster. Varian said that Kingston Hill could now head for the Arc or the Champions Stakes at Ascot.
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 19, 2014 13:04:57 GMT
STAT WATCH + SATURDAYS REVIEW.
The stats noted in last week's column proved fruit- ful, highlighting a few winners, including the St Leger winner, Kingston Hill (9/4), and the 13/2 run- ner-up, Romsdal. We hope for more good results this Saturday, for which Channel 4 is broadcasting races from Ayr (2.05, 2.40, 3.15 and 3.50) and Newbury (1.50, 2.20, 2.55 and 3.30). Top jockey this week (to Monday, 15 September) has been James Doyle, whose 8 wins from 31 starts not only puts him 2 wins clear of next-best Richard Hughes (6 wins), but also provide him with an ex- cellent 25% strike rate. However, among the jockeys at the sharp end of the table by wins, who have bet- tered Doyle's strike rate, are Jim Crowley (28.5%) and Shane Kelly (27%). Of the trainers, Saeed Bin Suroor has had his team in superb form, with 50% winning their races and a tally of 7 winners makes him the most prolific trainer of the week, ahead of Mick Channon (6 wins) and Mark Johnston and Richard Hannon (5 wins apiece.) Another string in good form has been that of Hughie Morrison (36%.) The first of the televised races at Ayr is at 2.05, the Group 3 Firth of Clyde Stakes for juvenile fillies. Irish trainer Ger Lyons has an interesting entrant in Anippe, who was staying on over 5f last time and has won 1 of her 2 starts on the expected good ground. Lyons's fellow Irish trainer Kevin Prender- gast has been in great form of late, with his team winning 30% of their races in the past fortnight, and the highly-tried Beach Belle (won over distance), could benefit for the drop in class here. The 3.15 at Ayr is the Listed Doonside Cup, over 1m 2f, which could provide the in-form trainer Saeed Bin Suroor with a good opportunity for his possible runner, Clon Brulee, who has won 7 times over dis- tance and the stable has won this race 4 times in the past 10 years. Mark Johnston has saddled plenty of winners at this course over the years and his charge Sennockian Star could appreciate the re- turn to 10f, having won 3 races over this distance, and is the only entrant to have won on good ground, over 10f and at this course. The feature race at Ayr is the Ayr Gold Cup, a 6f her- itage handicap (3.50). Three-year-olds haven't won this race in the past 10 years, but Richard Fahey's progressive Eastern Impact is interesting on his best form (2 from 5 over distance) and the stable has won this race previously. In terms of recent success in the race, Kevin Ryan has trained the winner 3 times in the last decade, with Blaine (winner of the Gimcrack two years ago) and Hamza (won the Abernant Stakes at start of season) both looking handy representatives. At Newbury, the Jeremy Noseda-trained Grandeur looks interesting in the 1.50, the Group 3 Arc Trial, thanks to 3 wins from 8 starts on the expected good going and also his trainer's good 19% strike rate at the course over the past five seasons. The trainer with the best winning record at the course, with an entrant in this race, is John Gosden. He could saddle last year's winner, Camborne, but also has an interesting improver in Nautilus, who is 2 from 3 on the ground. In the 2.20, the Group 2 Mill Reef Stakes, the unex- posed Strath Burn is 3lb better off with Kool Kom- pany, relative to when he was second to that horse in France last time. He also won his first start at this course this season. Another to consider is Henry Candy's unbeaten Limato, whose 3 wins to date have all been achieved at this distance and he is the only entrant with winning form also on the going and at this course. The last of the televised races from Newbury is the 3.30, the Group 3 sprint. Trainer Michael Dods's Mecca's Angel was a useful two-year-old last season, but improved on that form when winning a Listed race over distance at Don- caster last week. He has also won 5 of his 9 starts over distance. The Roger Varian team are in good order at the moment (22% wins last 14 days) and his entrant Steps could meet Mecca's Angel on 9lb better terms after finishing third to the latter horse at Doncaster last week.
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 19, 2014 13:07:10 GMT
Race Ratings Saturday, 20 September - 1.50 Newbury Dubai Duty Free Legacy Cup (The Arc Trial) (Group 3) (Class 1) 1m 3f 5y
1123 Agent Murphy 14 3 Brian Meehan Likeable son of Cape Cross who has im- proved through season, including when narrowly defeated in decent handicaps on last two starts. Potentially unexposed, but steps above handicap company for the first time in this race, which means he has quite a lot to find with some here. RATING 94 5102 Ayrad 26 3 Roger Varian Stable registered first Classic winner last weekend and this son of Dalakhani has al- ready been tried in that sphere, when held in the French Derby two starts ago. Went close in a 10f conditions race at Epsom last time, when beaten by Beacon Lady, but gets a nice pull at the weights with that horse in this race and could be more to come. However, forecast good ground may be a shade too quick as best form sug- gests soft ground preferred. RATING 95 16071 Beacon Lady 26 5 William Knight Daughter of Haafhd who has improved in leaps and bounds since joining this stable two seasons ago. Not disgraced when sixth in the Group 1 Coronation Cup this season, and quick ground went against her in com- petitive handicaps on next two outings at Royal Ascot and Glorious Goodwood. Got her preferred ground at Epsom last time, but has more on plate here. RATING 94 1-7088 Camborne 35 6 John Gosden Has seemingly struggled since winning this race last year, with three starts since fair debut, in Yorkshire Cup at York's May meet- ing, all looking a little lacklustre. Not ruled out on balance of old form, but has some- thing to prove now and others preferred. Rating 92 21-107 Cubanita 112 5 Ralph Beckett Comes here after a break following a dis- appointing run in the Group 3 Pinnacle Stakes at Haydock in May. However, previ- ous form includes wins at this level (and at this course) over 1m 4f, on ground ranging between heavy and good. If rejuvenated, could be one to get among the places. RATING 96 335641 Energia Davos 42 6 Marco Botti Has yet to win over further than 10f, but does have some class, having won a Group 1 in Italy three seasons ago and has run well since joining Marco Botti this season. He ran one of his best races for a while when the winner of a decent handicap at Haydock last time and could sneak a place at a nice price here, if building on that latest win. RATING 96 2-3911 Glorious Protector 28 4 Ed Walker Progressive son of Azamour who comes to this race on the back of a top-weight hand- icap win followed by victory on his first start in Listed company at Windsor. Could be more to come, but faces a few with proven ability at this level and higher. RATING 97 181342 Grandeur 70 5 Jeremy Noseda This highly-tried son of Verglas has trav- elled around the world in recent sea- sons, running well in some top races, if just falling short of what's needed to win in such company. Has proven a reg- ular winner in Listed and conditions races, when connections lower their sights, and should go close in this company. RATING 100 02222 Hillstar 42 4 Sir Michael Stoute Talented son of Danehill Dancer who won the Group 2 King Edward VII Stakes last season. Has finished second in his last four starts, all in Group 2 or 3 races, and although one with plenty of ability, perhaps he is not one with the greatest resolve in the heat of battle. RATING 99 41106 Marsh Daisy 34 3 Hughie Morrison Daughter of Pivotal who likes getting her toe in, and has won at distances up to 10f, and also at Listed level. Well held in the Oaks on quicker ground, but wasn't beaten that far when not appearing to last dis- tance in 1m 5f fillies' Group 3 at Deauville last time. Drop back in trip could help, and with stable in form, she has some each- way appeal. RATING 97 5-2711 Nautilus 14 4 John Gosden Won a valuable 1m 6f handicap at Hay- dock last time, off his highest handicap mark to date, from an in-form runner-up. Interesting for respected stable on first run in Group company and, as an improving sort, may be worth a second look in the markets. RATING 96 000-55 Quest For Peace 28 6 Luca Cumani Son of Galileo whose peak form of two sea- sons ago, when a Group 3 and Listed win- ner over here before heading to Australia for a Melbourne Cup campaign, has faded. Something to find with Glorious Protector on latest run at Windsor. RATING 93 465782 Red Galileo 10 3 Ed Dunlop Derby-fifth and St Leger aspirant who has been held in Group races this season, but showed some spark when a close second in a conditions race at Doncaster last week. Has more of an exposed look than some he may face in this race. RATING 94 406145 Sennockian Star 7 4 Mark Johnston Has had a busy season, but is tough and running well. Held by Grandeur when beaten by that horse in the Winter Derby at Lingfield, and while his two subsequent wins this season came in decent handi- caps, he also has something to find with Glorious Protector when fourth to that horse at Windsor two runs ago. Slight drop back in trip may help. RATING 95 131-46 Sky Hunter 126 4 Saeed bin Suroor Formerly with Andre Fabre, for whom he was third over distance in last year's French Derby, Sky Hunter has yet to recap- ture his form for his new trainer. Latest sixth at this course in Geoffrey Freer Stakes last time suggested possible re- vival, but still has a bit to prove and may want softer ground underfoot. RATING 96 91913 Tasaday 30 4 Saeed bin Suroor Respected on official rating of 113 (putting her on a par with Hillstar and Grandeur), but was beaten a way when third in the Yorkshire Oaks last time, and while drop back in trip might help, relative to a couple of rivals, her consistent form probably just lacks the final degree or two of class necessary to win this race. RATING 98 223407 We ́ll Go Walking 12 4 J P Murtagh Daughter of Authorized who has run consistently this season, being placed in Listed and Group 3 races in early part of campaign, though two latest runs have been below-par. Small place claims on pick of form, but others preferred. RATING 94
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 19, 2014 13:07:59 GMT
NOTEBOOK.
Bath isn't the stiffest of racecourses, but the Richard Hannon-trained SIMPLY MAGIC was being stepped up in trip for her latest run, in a 1m nursery handicap at the Somerset track, and, unsurpris- ingly, she was held up off the pace. In keeping with her pedigree, being by Zebedee and out of a Pennekamp mare, the consistent Simply Magic has gone well this season, in both maidens and nursery handicaps, but, having started off over 5f, she has looked in need of further each time. It was a similar story here, when she just looked outpaced on the run-in, and maybe more forcing tactics at a more galloping track could see her get her head in front. Sandown is a stiff racecourse, and the opening race at its meeting last Friday was a 5f maiden for two-year-olds. The Michael Squance-trained MANOFMANYTALENTS had finished an encour- aging fourth on his debut, over course-and-dis- tance, the time before, and in finishing third in this latest race, which was only his second start, he can be said to have improved. By Bertolini and out of a Spectrum mare, it's probable that he will want further with time, but the way he was keeping on at the one pace in this race suggests that the step up to 6 or maybe even 7f this season could help him to lose his maiden status. The second race on the card at Sandown was another maiden for two-year-olds, but over 1m. The John Gosden-trained winner CHRISTOPHERMARLOWE looked one to note, as he belied his 12/1 starting price with a green but ultimately promising debut performance. Purchased for $200,000 at the sales, he has an entry in the Derby and time will tell whether he will be good enough to run in a Classic, but he rates an exciting prospect for this autumn at least. Given the performance of the winner, the runner-up and favourite MASTER APPRENTICE deserves a men- tion as he stepped up on his debut performance the time before and was just unlucky to bump into a smart-looking winner. He can win a maiden this season. The Hughie Morrison-trained SLEEP EASY made his debut in this race and was very green. Although he was never on terms with the main protagonists, he ran on nicely at the end and looks one who will have learned a lot from the race.
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 19, 2014 13:09:35 GMT
DOUBLE UP.
Unfortunately, we have had to stop this feature. We have been receiving communications from Subscribers implying that we have been deliberately selecting non-runners. Our theory is that there may be others who think the same. The problem is that we have to select from a list of entries (not declarations) on a Tuesday, for Saturday racing, because the newsletter normally goes to print on a Tuesday each week. This means that we have no idea if a horse will be a runner in Saturday’s race. Because this long-term selecting has created all non-runners to date, we have decided to call it a day and stop the feature.
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 19, 2014 13:10:20 GMT
SATURDAY.
RACES SHOWN ON TERRESTRIAL TV 1:50 NBY Dubai Duty Free Legacy Cup (Registered as The Arc Trial) (Group 3) Cl1 1m3f5y CH4 Card Betting 2:05 AYR William Hill Firth Of Clyde Stakes (Group 3) (Fillies) Cl1 6f CH4 Card Betting 2:20 NBY Dubai Duty Free Mill Reef Stakes (Group 2) Cl1 6f8y CH4 Card Betting 2:40 AYR William Hill Ayr Silver Cup (Handicap) Cl2 6f CH4 Card Betting 2:55 NBY Dubai Duty Free Handicap Cl2 1m2f6y CH4 Card Betting 3:15 AYR William Hill 80th Anniversary Book Launch Doonside Cup Stakes (Listed Race) Cl1 1m2f CH4 Card Betting 3:30 NBY Dubai International Airport World Trophy (Group 3) Cl1 5f34y CH4 Card Betting 3:50 AYR William Hill Ayr Gold Cup (Heritage Handicap) Cl2 6f CH4 Card Betting
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 19, 2014 13:10:43 GMT
SCOOP6 RACES 1:50 NBY Dubai Duty Free Legacy Cup (Registered as The Arc Trial) (Group 3) Cl1 1m3f5y CH4 Card Betting 2:40 AYR William Hill Ayr Silver Cup (Handicap) Cl2 6f CH4 Card Betting 2:55 NBY Dubai Duty Free Handicap Cl2 1m2f6y CH4 Card Betting 3:15 AYR William Hill 80th Anniversary Book Launch Doonside Cup Stakes (Listed Race) Cl1 1m2f CH4 Card Betting 3:30 NBY Dubai International Airport World Trophy (Group 3) Cl1 5f34y CH4 Card Betting 3:50 AYR William Hill Ayr Gold Cup (Heritage Handicap) Cl2 6f CH4 Card Betting
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 19, 2014 18:44:17 GMT
Watchable is out to continue a fine season for his owner Philip Bamford in the William Hill Ayr Gold Cup on Saturday.
The lightly-raced four-year-old is favourite for the valuable six-furlong handicap after landing a big prize on Irish Champions Weekend at the Curragh last Sunday.
It was a second successful sortie in Ireland this month for Bamford after the Richard Ford-trained Seamster carried his colours to victory on the beach at Laytown. The slight worry for connections of the David O'Meara-trained gelding is the short space between the two races.
"I dare dream, I am an optimistic guy and you have to dream," said Bamford.
"It was always going to be a big ask to do both races, but he was third in the big handicap at Ascot and we were desperate to win the Irish one. I'm more hopeful than optimistic as it is quite quick, but he hasn't given us a reason not to run.
"I walked the course from the three-furlong marker at the Curragh and it is a fair old climb from there, and he's run some hellish races at seven furlongs, so the distance should be fine.
"He's drawn on the far side (in stall five), plenty of people picked high numbers but there's plenty of pace (where he is) and he's against horses like Jack Dexter, Alben Star and Hamza, so there's plenty of pace on over there and I think they'll be spread across the track.
"One thing Mr O'Meara is insistent on is that he will be a much better horse next year, so that is something to look forward to."
Watchable's jockey Danny Tudhope also feels the horse can take two quick races in his stride, and said: "They say he has come out of his race well. He's a good sort of horse who hopefully next year could develop into a Group horse.
"I think he takes his races quite quick, you are never 100 per cent sure when a race comes up fairly quickly but everyone is happy with the horse and he wouldn't be taking his chance otherwise. I think he'll run a good race."
Amy Ryan will attempt to become the first female rider to win the race when she partners Blaine for her father, Kevin.
"He won the Gimcrack at two and has come back to his two-year-old days this year. He's full of himself and he has shown he has retained all his ability," she told Racing UK.
"These big handicaps are a bit of a lottery. It all depends how you jump, how you break and luck in running, but he's pretty straightforward and I'm looking forward to it. He's going well at home. I breezed him the other morning and he's in great form."
Ryan snr also saddles 2012 hero Captain Ramius, Hamza and York Glory as he goes for a fourth Gold Cup triumph.
"Blaine is in very good form and is a sprinter on an upward curve, Amy gets on well with him. Don't forget that Hamza is a Group winner in a handicap. These days there's not too much between the top and bottom and he's in good form and ran well last time," he said.
"York Glory has been very disappointing this season. I felt I had him as well as I had for ages going into the Portland but he disappointed again. Nothing has come to light but if he did bounce back he's very dangerously handicapped. He's fresh and well."
Minalisa reverts to handicapping for the first time since winning at Yarmouth in July 2013. Since then she has been taking on Listed company with some success.
"It's been a long time since she ran in a handicap, so it will be interesting. Fran (Berry) was keen to keep the ride as he gets on well with her," said her trainer Rae Guest.
"It's wide open and while we'd have preferred a high draw (rather than stall two), there's plenty of good horses around us like Watchable, Hamza and Alben Star. She might be well handicapped as she's improved a lot."
Brian Ellison admits Racy is not the most consistent of sprinters but that the seven-year-old owes his stable nothing.
"Racy is in good nick, but it depends what horse turns up on the day. He's difficult to predict, but he's done us proud this season and has won plenty of prize-money already," said the Malton trainer.
Michael Dods hopes the ground does not quicken up significantly for Mass Rally, winner of the Silver Cup two years ago.
"I couldn't decide what to do (where to be drawn). All the high numbers had gone. He's a hold-up horse and there were a few pace angles I was looking at," the Darlington handler told Racing UK.
"We've plumped for 15 so we can choose which side we want to go nearer the time. He's in good form, but I just hope the ground doesn't dry up much."
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 19, 2014 18:44:42 GMT
Jim Goldie will carry plenty of Scottish hopes as he sends out his two sprint stalwarts Jack Dexter and Hawkeyethenoo in a bid to saddle the first home winner of the William Hill Ayr Gold Cup since Roman Warrior in 1975 on Saturday.
Jack Dexter was an admirable third off top weight 12 months ago and is again burdened with the steadier of 9st 10lb.
The Glasgow trainer said: "Jack Dexter's good, but obviously we could do with some rain for him. The ground's drying out which is a wee worry. Draw-wise (stall four) we don't know, but we've got the favourite (Watchable) drawn next to him, so it shouldn't be the worst place in the world to be."
He added: "He's in good form and we've trained him for the race."
Hawkeyethenoo has been no closer than 10th in four attempts at lifting this prize but has slipped down the handicap, and Goldie believes the eight-year-old is still capable of a bold show.
"Hawkeyethenoo ran a good race at Ascot. He seems well and with a bit of luck in running he should go well," he said.
"The draw (16) being in the middle is a bit of concern, because I imagine the winner will be nearer the stands rail, but sometimes they get in each other's way.
"He's in good form and we expect him to run a big race. The ground should suit him provided it doesn't go too firm. He likes fast ground. He's won a Stewards' Cup, so he knows how to do it."
Tim Easterby has aimed Fast Shot at this race for a while but would like to see some rain.
"I'd love it to rain, but he's in good form and this has been the aim for a long time, so you just have to try," said Easterby.
Ruwaiyan has had little luck with the draw in his recent starts and was the last to come out of the hat for this race. However, his trainer James Tate believes being in stall one is not the end of the world.
"He was unfavourably drawn in Sweden on Sunday, but he flew back and is none the worse for that," said the Newmarket handler.
"He's already shown form in big handicaps like this and was fourth, from probably an unfavourable draw, in the Stewards' Cup. He's in good form, so we're hopeful.
"We were last out of the hat and probably wouldn't have chosen stall one, but at least we're by a rail. The one I place didn't want to be was in the middle."
An Saighdiur bids to go two places better than in the Silver Cup last September. His trainer Andrew Slattery is happy with his draw (23), but would prefer more cut in the ground.
"The horse is well and should run a decent race. I've got the draw I wanted and we've got everything bar the rain. The ground will be safe and at least it will be slower than the last day (at the Curragh)," said the Thurles handler.
"We planned this last year. He should have won the Silver Cup when he was an unlucky loser (close third to Ancient Cross). We're here again, it's just unfortunate we've not got the rain but we're here to take our chance."
There is a second Irish challenger in Burn The Boats, whose trainer Ger Lyons is hopeful rather than confident.
"He had no luck in running on his last start," said the County Meath-based handler.
"He's won a premier handicap over six here in Ireland. I suppose that form would give him a shout in an Ayr Gold Cup.
"It's more luck than judgement what we're at. He's fit and well and he's better on a straight track. We were in the race and he came out of his last run in one piece so we decided to take our chance. There'd be no confidence behind the run, it's more fingers crossed than anything else."
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 19, 2014 18:45:09 GMT
Ainippe gets the chance to step up to six furlongs on what will be her last run of the season in the William Hill Firth of Clyde Stakes at Ayr on Saturday. The Captain Rio filly won her first two starts over the minimum distance, including a Listed contest at the Curragh, on the strength of which she was sent off favourite for the Group Two Flying Childers Stakes at Doncaster last week. However, she could not maintain her unbeaten run and was fifth behind Beacon in a dramatic race. "Ideally, you'd like to be going there without having run at Doncaster," said trainer Ger Lyons. "She was taken off her feet. It was a very fast race and she was out of her comfort zone. She still ran with credit. She's come home, ate up and has been in good form all week. I've done nothing with her since. "I took the view that she'll be finished after Saturday so she will have all winter to get over it and if we can go out with some black type on her name we'll take it. "I've always thought six (furlongs) at least was her trip. The reason we carried on with her at five was because she was being so obviously good at five. "I thought last week proved all she did was stay and didn't have the speed of the real five-furlong horses. I think she's been crying out for a step up in trip." Royal Razalma threw away her chance by drifting badly left when eventually finishing fifth to New Providence in the Group Three Dick Poole Fillies' Stakes at Salisbury. Trainer Jonathan Portman said: "She's come out of Salisbury very well. We were concerned with the way she hung there which certainly cost us some black type. "We've investigated her at length and not come to any sinister veterinary conclusions, so we've going to give it another go. Hanging is a problem, but she's very well and deserves to be in the grade and we just hope for the best. "It's a tough race. We're very pleased Richard (Kingscote) is riding. He won her maiden on her at Goodwood." Pastoral Girl failed to fire in that Salisbury contest, beating only two home. Her trainer James Given has drawn a line through that run and is hoping she can return to the form she showed when second to Osaila in the Princess Margaret Stakes at Ascot in July. "She ran flat at Salisbury and so didn't show her running at all. If she goes back to her form at Ascot in the Princess Margaret then she'd be there with every chance," said the Lincolnshire handler. "She travelled up to Ayr on Thursday so she's had time to acclimatise. I'm hopeful she can put the Salisbury run behind her and show her true running." Richard Hannon has sent two fillies, Parsley and Spirit Of Xian, up to Scotland from his Wiltshire base to bid for Group Three honours. The Marlborough trainer told "Parsley has been admirably consistent and ran another solid race in the St Hugh's at Newbury last time, while Spirit of Xian absolutely dotted up at Chester, albeit against weaker opposition."
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 19, 2014 18:45:39 GMT
Henry Candy has warned punters that Limato, favourite for the Dubai Duty Free Mill Reef Stakes at Newbury on Saturday, has been on two courses of antibiotics since his last race. The unbeaten juvenile has looked incredibly exciting in winning the first three races of his career, and had little trouble dispatching Cotai Glory in a Listed race at the Berkshire track last time out. The form is red hot, too, as Cotai Glory subsequently claimed the Molecomb at Goodwood and had the Flying Childers at Doncaster in the bag before George Baker was unseated last Friday. But Limato was forced to miss the Gimcrack at York last month with a bad scope and Candy says his preparation has not been ideal. "His form is good and he's obviously a good horse," said the Wantage handler. "I just worry that he has scoped badly a few times and missed a couple of races. He's had two courses of antibiotics and his training has been a bit stop-start so I'd just be a bit worried in that regard. "He seems well now but you'd just have to be a little worried how much it has affected him. I mustn't be too downbeat, though, as he's a very exciting horse." Richard Hannon's Baitha Alga is forced to carry a penalty for his win in the Norfolk Stakes at Royal Ascot. He then disappointed in the Gimcrack at York but Hannon is prepared to forgive him one bad run. The Herridge handler told "Nothing came to light as to why Baitha Alga ran so poorly in the Gimcrack, but we have suffered some surprise reverses in two-year-old races at York before and just put it down to a bad day at the office. "That is the only blip on his CV - his overall form is very sound, and he is a real professional, so, despite the 3lb penalty, we feel that he will run his race. He worked very nicely under Kieran O'Neill on Tuesday, switching off beautifully, which he didn't do at York." Another horse to struggle at York was Brian Meehan's impressive Ascot winner Growl, who finished down the field in the Acomb Stakes. A statement posted on the Manton handler's website, www.brianmeehan.co.uk, r ead: "(He) showed a very good turn of foot to make a winning debut in a good maiden at Ascot and was fancied to go well when upped in class at York on his only other start. "(He) ran below-par, but he remains a smart prospect and we are hoping he will leave the performance behind in what is a very interesting race." The other least experienced horse in the line-up is the Charlie Hills-trained Strath Burn, who won his maiden at Newbury by three lengths before pushing Kool Kompany close in the Prix Robert Papin. "This race has always been the plan as we were keen not to over-race him this season. He's a horse we really like and he'll be even better next season," said Hills. "We've been pleased with his work at home and he looks to have a nice chance. It looks a competitive Mill Reef. You can't rule any of them out and it will take some winning, but we're happy with our horse." Acomb runner-up Toocoolforschool is also in the hat for North Yorkshire trainer Karl Burke, who won the Mill Reef with Lord Shanakill in 2008. The son of Showcasing steps up in class but down in trip after he finished a close second to Nafaqa in a Listed event at Doncaster last Friday. Burke said: "Whether the Newbury race will come too soon after Doncaster is the six-million-dollar question, but we did it with Lord Shanakill back in 2008 and he's come out of the race in good form. He has lots of natural speed and if you look back at the fractions from his run in the Acomb at York they back that up. "The drop back to six furlongs should suit him." The field is completed by Mark Johnston's Jungle Cat, placed in several Group races this season, Mubtaghaa, who won a sales race at York for William Haggas, and the Barry Hills-trained trained Kibaar.
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 19, 2014 18:46:09 GMT
Darlington handler Michael Dods is delighted the rain has arrived for Mecca's Angel ahead of the Dubai International Airport World Trophy at Newbury on Saturday.
The dry summer had restricted her progress until an explosive display at Doncaster's St Leger meeting brought her back into the limelight. She readily disposed of a good field in the Listed Scarbrough Stakes and definitely looked worthy of this step up into Group Three company.
Rain on Thursday night means the going will not be fast, and any more that falls will also be in her favour.
"We're hoping for a bit more rain, to be honest," said Dods.
"I said you'd run as long as there was no firm in the going description and, to be fair to Newbury, they've said all week it would probably get softer than quicker, and it has.
"She's in good form and while this is a step up in class, she looked like she was ready for it. It (the Doncaster race) was only last week but she'd had a long break before that so she's not been on the go all season like some."
The David Griffiths-trained Take Cover has made giant strides this season, with a win at Glorious Goodwood the highlight.
His progression appeared to have stalled in the Nunthorpe at York but the South Yorkshire trainer believes he had a valid excuse.
Griffiths said: " He banged his head coming out of the stalls at York, and yet he was still only beaten two lengths, so it wasn't a bad run.
"The rain has turned it to good ground and that's no problem for him. They are due a bit more and if anything that will just stop it getting tacky, which is what he doesn't like. The two disappointing runs he's had have been on tacky ground.
"Good to soft certainly wouldn't inconvenience him so we're looking forward to it.
"He's in really good form and we've got the main man (Ryan Moore) on board so he goes there with a good chance. His main target is the Abbaye and he'll go to France after this and then maybe Ascot."
The one Irish runner in the race is the Tommy Stack-trained Scream Blue Murder. A four-year-old filly, she landed a Group Three at the Curragh last month, beating solid yardsticks like Jamesie and Hamza.
Fozzy Stack, the trainer's son and assistant, said: "I was glad the rain came when it did because I took a bit of a chance declaring her. A few of these might pull out if they get a lot more rain and quite a few look like they are fast-ground horses.
"Our filly is an open book, she has no secrets, so we''ll see how she goes."
Henry Candy's diminutive Dinkum Diamond was only beaten six lengths in the Sprint Cup at Haydock. A repeat of that would surely not see him far away, but Candy is wary the drop back in trip might not be in his favour.
"He's possibly slightly better over six furlongs these days but there aren't many suitable races for him at this time of the season. He's a very tough little horse and he's better off in races like this than in the handicaps. They've had some rain so the ground should be fine and I'm sure he'll run a good race," said the Wantage handler.
Ladies Are Forever has been running as well as ever this term, though the rain that has fallen has counted against her.
Trainer Geoff Oldroyd said: "To be at her very best she needs to bounce off the top of the ground, so I didn't want this rain. She's as good as ever - she's shown that recently - so it's a shame.
"I'm not sure what the future holds for her. There was talk of retirement, but she's running so well I think Reg (Bond, owner) is keen to give her one more season."
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 19, 2014 18:46:35 GMT
Glorious Protector shoots for a first Group Three success in Saturday's Dubai Duty Free Legacy Cup at Newbury. This 12-furlong event is registered as the Arc Trial but has never really taken root as a Longchamp prep event, with none of the last 10 winners going on to Paris - although 2010 victor Dangerous Midge was subsequently successful at the Breeders' Cup. Glorious Protector does not have France on his agenda, as he steps up from a Listed win at Windsor in August. Ed Walker's progressive four-year-old started the season on a mark of 86 but lines up here with a rating of 105 following his Windsor success and a seven-length demolition job in a Newmarket handicap in July. Walker said: "He's in good shape. It's another step up, but he's progressed in his last two runs and he's starting to develop into the horse we thought he would be. "We got very excited about him as a two-year-old, he had a good debut behind Telescope and we gave him an Irish Derby entry the following year but, for whatever reason, it just didn't work out for him as a three-year-old. "This year, barring a disaster at Ascot, it's gone well and I think the gelding operation made a difference as he wasn't so bad at two, but at three he was very keen and difficult to train. "This year he's been a much more settled horse. " Connections had wanted to head to Australia for the Spring Carnival, via a run in the Ebor at York. However, Glorious Protector did not make it into the Ebor field and while Australia is on hold until next year, an international trip has not been totally ruled out this winter. Walker said: "The plan was to win the Ebor and then go to Melbourne but we missed the cut at York by one and even with his revised rating of 105 after winning at Windsor, he was still 73rd in the list for the Caulfield Cup, so we decided to abandon that for this year. "Should he win on Saturday, we'd be hoping for an invitation from the Hong Kong Jockey Club for the Hong Kong Vase. "His owner is based in Hong Kong and if we got an invitation, we would freshen him up and aim for that." The Sir Michael Stoute-trained Hillstar is likely to be very popular as the four-year-old looks to end a run of four consecutive seconds, most recently behind Amralah in the Rose of Lancaster at Haydock. Telescope, Cavalryman and Brown Panther have been his other nemeses this season. Godolphin's Tasaday brings a wealth of Group One form to the table, having been beaten a nose by Dalkala in the Prix de l'Opera last season when with Andre Fabre. Now in the care of Saeed bin Suroor, she found only Tapestry and Taghrooda too good in the Yorkshire Oaks. Bin Suroor told "Tasaday ran a nice race in the Darley Yorkshire Oaks, when she was beaten by two very good fillies, and she came out of the contest in good order. This is a good trip for her and I hope that she can run well, although any rain would improve her chances."
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 19, 2014 18:47:01 GMT
Richard Hughes continued his relentless charge towards a third jockeys' championship with a treble on an informative card at Newbury
While Ryan Moore still holds an advantage of four, he has already stated that in the closing weeks of the season he will be chasing big races all over the world rather than getting involved in a dog fight with Hughes. On the other hand, Hughes is keen to notch a third straight championship.
The highlight of his three-timer was undoubtedly Marsh Hawk, an impressive winner of the Dubai Duty Free Full Of Surprises EBF Fillies' Conditions Stakes and set for a crack at the highest level.
Sent off the 4-7 favourite, Hughes kept things simple and she pulled three and a half lengths clear of Timba. Paddy Power introduced Marsh Hawk into their 1000 Guineas betting at 25-1 but she is not finished for this year yet.
Hughes' brother-in-law Richard Hannon said: "I'd like to be able to compare her to Sky Lantern (same owner's 1000 Guineas winner), although I wouldn't say she's as obvious as that filly was.
"She'll go for a Group One now, it will be the Fillies' Mile or the Prix Marcel Boussac. She's definitely entered in France but may have to be supplemented for Newmarket where the track would suit her. She's very relaxed and is a filly that doesn't always show you much at home, reserving her best for the track."
Hannon's Desert Force (8-1) appeared to appreciate getting his toe into the ground in the Al Basti Equiworld EBF Maiden Stakes. He held off the William Haggas-trained odds-on favourite Foreign Diplomat by a length.
Hannon said: "He was a lovely yearling and always on the big side, he was impressive and I would say that wasn't a bad maiden. He appreciated the cut in the ground. I'm not sure what he'll do next but it wouldn't bother me if I put him away for the rest of the year."
Hannon's father, Richard senior, said: "It was an expensive night for us as storms washed away some of our all-weather gallop which will cost £25,000 to put right. Maybe this will alleviate a portion of that bill."
Hughes also won the three-runner Dubai Duty Free Conditions Stakes as 10-11 favourite Code Of Honour got back on the winning trail in the blue of Godolphin.
The winner was having his first run since being gelded and Tommy Burns, representing Saeed bin Suroor, said: "This should have done his confidence the world of good and although there are no definite plans I would think he'll be one for the Dubai Carnival."
Rhombus advertised his claims for the Betfred Cesarewitch when coming from last to first to win the Dubai Duty Free Finest Surprise Handicap. Ismail Mohammed's stayer badly missed the break under Cam Hardie but he always looked likely to collar Saab Almanal in the final furlong. The 2-1 favourite was cut to 12-1 from 16s by the sponsors for the second leg of the autumn double.
Niall Collum, the trainer's representative, said: "He's in the Cesarewitch and soft ground is the key for him. If he gets it the plan is to run at Newmarket."
The Haynes, Hanson & Clark Conditions Stakes has been won by some of the greats of the game down the years and John Gosden's Snoano (3-1) added his name to the list. Paul Hanagan was happy to take a lead in the early stages and was the last horse off the bridle, suggesting he possesses a fair amount of class.
"You are always facing a bit of trouble when Ryan (Moore) is alongside you in a photo finish, but occasionally you get it right," said Gosden.
"This colt is out of a Pivotal mare and the ground is soft. The favourite (Gibeon) was in trouble some way out because he couldn't go on the ground.
"This is a grand little horse with a wonderful temperament and we'll put him away until next year now for something like the Sandown Classic Trial."
Lady Lara gained a deserved win in the Dubai Duty Free Cup, handing trainer Tim Jarvis his first win at Listed level. A winner on the corresponding card 12 months ago, she has mixed it in some lofty company this season.
Having narrowly failed to get up in a Group Three at York, Luke Morris was spotted going better than anything a furlong out before kicking clear on the filly to win by half a length from the fast-finishing Jallota.
Lucie Sangster, owner of Lady Lara, said: "She has just one short run and was a bit unlucky not to win at York last time. There's a possibility that she could run in a distaff race in Chicago next month."
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 19, 2014 18:47:32 GMT
Chris Wall's faith in Accipiter was finally justified as the filly came out on top in a triple photo for the Listed EBF Stallions Harry Rosebery Stakes to spring a 25-1 surprise.
She prevailed by a head from Mind Of Madness in the hands of Ashley Morgan, with Squats just a short head back in third.
Wall was vindicated as he had felt for some time she had the ability to win in this company, though she had fallen short in previous attempts.
"She wasn't winning out of turn. She'd had several near-misses at this level through the season. Although everyone else had written her off, we hadn't," said the Newmarket handler.
"She went up there in as good a form as we could have had her and we thought she'd run very well. Ashley has given her a good positive ride. He got her out and up with pace on the stands rail, which is where you needed to be, and rode a well-judged race.
"She's travelled a long way today. Maybe if she was still in good form she might go for the Cornwallis perhaps. That's at Newmarket now so we don't have to travel, but we'll see how she is and if the ground was soft she wouldn't go anyway.
"She doesn't have to run again this season. She's been quite busy and once she'd showed she was quite useful our goal was to get some black type and now we've done that."
The stands rail was the place to be, as demonstrated in the sprint races. High numbers proved best in the William Hill Bronze Cup as Expose (12-1), drawn 27, powered to victory by a length and a quarter from Iseemist.
David Nolan got a great tune out of the Shaun Harris-trained six-year-old, who was defying a 5lb penalty for winning at Doncaster last week. Polski Max was withdrawn because he arrived at the start wearing cheekpieces which were not declared.
Graham Lee made full advantage of a stands rail draw in a sprint for the second day running when steering Roossey (3-1 favourite) to victory in the Enable Scotland Diamond Anniversary Nursery Handicap.
Repeating the tactics he employed on Orient Class 24 hours earlier, Lee had the edge on the opposition as he got the William Haggas-trained youngster home by a length and a quarter from Danot with the 12 runners spread right across the track.
Noble Asset (16-1) came with a late run on the same side of the course to claim the Vokera & Graham The Plumbers' Merchants Handicap.
Phillip Makin weaved his way through on John Quinn's three-year-old to grab the spoils by a length and a quarter from Ladweb with Red Baron, marooned on the far side, a short head away in third.
Beautiful Stranger (11-2), third over seven furlongs on this course on Thursday, went two places better in division one of the Enterprise Screen 10 Years Of Video Handicap for trainer Keith Dalgleish.
Trinity Star (5-1), trained by Michael Dods, crept up the far rail to land division two under Paul Mulrennan.
Richard Fahey's Nashville (15-2) held Jonny Delta by half a length in the BAM Properties Ltd Handicap, while the Karl Burke-trained Lostock Hall (9-4 favourite) got on top close home in the British Stallion Studs EBF Maiden Stakes.
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 19, 2014 18:47:58 GMT
Tony McCoy continued his assault on 300 seasonal winners with a sparkling four-timer at Worcester.
The perennial champion started his spree courtesy of a short-priced double for John Ferguson, with El Namoose dotting up in the Westlands Where The Customer Comes First Standard Open National Hunt Flat Race, scoring with plenty in hand as the 2-7 favourite.
It was another Ferguson hotpot in the Go Fun Yourself With Westlands Toyota Novices' Hurdle, as My Direction (30-100) took top honours.
McCoy was in full flight to get his treble on the David Dennis-trained Marju's Quest in the Westlands The Favourite For Your Business Handicap Hurdle, driving the 9-4 chance to a hard-fought triumph from favourite Houston Dynimo.
The winner was making it a hat-trick of his own, with McCoy having been on board each time.
McCoy told At The Races: "We were a little bit in doubt about the ground, but he's tough and has come right at the right time for me. The last three times he's managed to win and lucky enough I've been on him each time."
The fourth success came aboard Petrovic for Jonjo O'Neill in the Westlands Worcester, Driven By You Handicap Hurdle.
Sent off at 10-1, McCoy rode a patient race and travelled smoothly into it two out before pinging the last and ultimately running out an easy five-length winner from Speed Check.
McCoy said: "I rode her in a bumper and I didn't think we'd be seeing each again to be honest. Jonjo said she hadn't shown a lot and was on her last chance really, but the tongue tie helped and she seemed to handle the ground. It was good placing I'd say."
Hopes of a fifth McCoy winner in the last were dashed as Saint Helena (7-4 favourite) had to give best to Ashcott Boy (8-1) in the Westlands Hyundai IX35 - Inspiration Engineered Novices' Handicap Hurdle.
McCoy was moving on to the 134 mark for the campaign, having already bagged his fastest ever century.
McCoy's best seasonal total was 289 achieved in 2001/2.
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 19, 2014 18:48:24 GMT
Jason Maguire made the perfect comeback after six months out of the saddle through injury when winning on Bonne Fee at Newton Abbott, his first ride back.
Maguire was kicked in the stomach on the eve of the Cheltenham Festival in March, suffering a fractured sternum and bleeding on his liver.
His return in the Royal British Legion Mares' Novices' Hurdle could not have gone any easier as Kim Bailey's seven-year-old travelled sweetly throughout, pulling clear before the home turn.
Maguire allowed himself a leisurely look around after jumping the last to see there were no dangers to the 5-6 favourite and coasted home.
Bailey told At The Races: "Jason lives very locally to us and comes in regularly to ride work and school plenty of lots
"We're aware that we are very much second fiddle to Donald McCain but he's a massive cog in our operation.
"We were delighted he came back quicker than anticipated."
Bailey also had news of stable star Harry Topper, who is in line for his own comeback next month.
He said: "Harry is on course for a repeat bid in the Charlie Hall at Wetherby, that's the plan."
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 19, 2014 18:50:22 GMT
JOCKEY Hadden Frost was banned for ten days by the Newton Abbot stewards on Friday for failing to take all reasonable and permissible measures throughout the race on Ice Konig, who finished a 16-length third in the 2m6f novice hurdle.
Previously trained in France, Ice Konig was having his second start for the Frost’s father Jimmy, having finished tailed off at the same course earlier this month.
The rider said: "I thought I gave him a good ride. He was starting to weaken and if I'd been any harder on him he wouldn't have got home. There was always a doubt about him staying."
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 19, 2014 18:50:44 GMT
Blaine all the rage for Gold Cup Blaine has moved to the head of betting with the sponsors for tomorrow's William Hill Ayr Gold Cup. The Kevin Ryan-trained sprinter, drawn high in 26, has been cut to 10-1 (from 16), joining Alben Star and Watchable at the summit.
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 19, 2014 18:52:15 GMT
Worcester, 19 Sep 14
Race 5 - 6:00pm THE WESTLANDS THE FAVOURITE FOR YOUR BUSINESS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) The Stewards held an enquiry into the use of the whip by Tom Scudamore, the rider of HOUSTON DYNIMO (IRE), placed second, from after the second last hurdle. 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 Scudamore for 2 days as follows: Friday 3 and Saturday 4 October 2014.
The Veterinary Officer reported that RED COURTIER, unplaced, trained by Venetia Williams, finished lame on his left fore.
Race 6 - 6:30pm THE WESTLANDS WORCESTER, DRIVEN BY YOU HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) The Stewards held an enquiry to consider the apparent improvement in form of the winner, PETROVIC (IRE), ridden by A. P. McCoy, and trained by Jonjo O’Neill, compared with its previous run at Fontwell on 28 August 2014 where the mare finished fifth of six, beaten by 29½ lengths. They interviewed the trainer ‘s representative who stated that the mare had suffered from joint problems in the past and had been difficult to train, she may also have benefited from the first time fitting of a tongue strap. Having heard her evidence they forwarded her explanation to the British Horseracing Authority so that the previous performances of PETROVIC (IRE) could be reviewed. They ordered PETROVIC (IRE) to be routine tested.
View Stewards Report Newton Abbot, 19 Sep 14
Race 2 - 2:50pm THE CHANNON AND CO CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS NOVICES' STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) The Stewards noted that the winner, AZURE FLY (IRE), had interfered with AUGUST HILL (IRE), placed second, on the run in, but after viewing a recording of the incident they were satisfied that it neither involved a riding offence nor improved AZURE FLY (IRE)’s placing.
Race 3 - 3:25pm THE CLIMATIC ENGINEERING LIMITED NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) The Stewards held an enquiry into the running and riding of ICE KONIG (FR), ridden by Hadden Frost, and trained by James Frost, which appeared to be tenderly ridden throughout to finish third, beaten 16 lengths. The Stewards interviewed the rider and the trainer. They also received a report from the Veterinary Officer, who stated that during routine testing he found the gelding had lost a right hind shoe, and was slightly lame. The rider stated that his instructions were to jump off handy and see how well he could travel, but be aware that ICE KONIG (FR) may not stay the two miles six furlongs. He further added that he made an effort after turning into the home straight but the gelding did not pick up as he had hoped he would. The rider also stated that on returning to scales he had reported that ICE KONIG (FR) had a breathing problem on pulling up. The trainer confirmed these instructions, adding that, in his opinion, the gelding was not jumping well and lost his place in the race. He further added that he returned blowing hard. Having heard their evidence and viewed recordings of the race the Stewards found the rider in breach of Rule (B)59.4 and guilty of failing to take all reasonable and permissible measures to obtain the best possible placing. They suspended him for 10 days as follows: Friday 3, Saturday 4, Sunday 5, Monday 6, Wednesday 8, Thursday 9, Friday 10, Saturday 11, Sunday 12 and Monday 13 October 2014.
Race 4 - 4:00pm THE SIS TOP-CLASS DATA DELIVERY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) The Stewards enquired into the circumstances surrounding the collapse of the winner, MISSION TO MARS (IRE), ridden by Sam Twiston-Davies and trained by Nigel Twiston-Davies on pulling up. They interviewed the rider and the trainer's representative and heard evidence from the Veterinary Officer. Taking into account the fact that MISSION TO MARS (IRE) had collapsed following his previous run at Stratford-on-Avon on 13 April 2014, the Stewards ordered a report to be forwarded to the British Horseracing Authority.
Race 5 - 4:35pm THE RIVIERA STONEMASONS SELLING HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) The Stewards held an enquiry to consider the apparent improvement in form of the winner, PARTY GIRLS (FR), ridden by Michael Heard, and trained by David Pipe, which had never previously been placed. They interviewed the trainer’s representative who stated that the mare appreciated the drop in trip and drop in class to a seller. Having heard her evidence they forwarded her explanation to the British Horseracing Authority so that the previous performances of PARTY GIRLS (FR) could be reviewed. The Stewards ordered the mare to be routine tested.
View Stewards Report Newbury, 19 Sep 14
Race 1 - 1:50pm THE AL BASTI EQUIWORLD EBF MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 4) (BOBIS RACE) Roger Charlton, the trainer of ROYAL SILK, unplaced, reported that the filly was unsuited by the going which was Good to Soft.
Race 2 - 2:25pm THE DUBAI DUTY FREE FINEST SURPRISE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) The Stewards held an enquiry under Rule (B)11.6 into possible interference on the run to the line. Having heard their evidence and viewed recordings of the race they found that SAAB ALMANAL, placed second, ridden by Tom Queally, and the winner, RHOMBUS (IRE), ridden by Cam Hardie, had interfered with YAAKOOUM (IRE), placed third, ridden by Richard Hughes, and that the interference had not improved RHOMBUS (IRE)’s or SAAB ALMANAL's placing. They ordered the placings to remain unaltered. The Stewards found Queally in breach of Rule (B)54.1 and guilty of careless riding, in that he had allowed his horse to drift right. They suspended him for 1 day as follows: Friday 3rd October 2014. The Stewards found Hardie in breach of Rule (B)54.1 and guilty of careless riding, in that he had allowed his horse to drift slightly left. They cautioned him as to his future conduct in races.
Race 4 - 3:35pm THE HAYNES, HANSON & CLARK CONDITIONS STAKES (CLASS 2) (BOBIS RACE) The Stewards considered the running of GIBEON, ridden by Richard Hughes and trained by Richard Hannon, which was placed fifth. The Stewards noted the trainer's explanation that the colt ran flat. The Veterinary Officer reported that an examination of the colt during routine testing failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 6 - 4:40pm THE DUBAI DUTY FREE CUP (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) The Stewards considered the running of ABSOLUTELY SO (IRE), ridden by Oisin Murphy and trained by Andrew Balding, which finished unplaced. They noted that the trainer could offer no explanation for the colt’s performance. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the colt failed to reveal any abnormalities.
The representative of Richard Hannon, the trainer of MAGNUS MAXIMUS, unplaced, reported that the colt was unsuited by the going which was Good to Soft, Soft in places.
The representative of Charlie Appleby, the trainer of SAFETY CHECK (IRE), placed sixth, reported that the colt was unsuited by the going which was Good to Soft, Soft in places.
Race 7 - 5:10pm THE AL BASTI EQUIWORD HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Dominic Ffrench Davis, the trainer of IF I WERE A BOY, unplaced, reported that the mare was unsuited by the going which was Good to Soft, Soft in places.
View Stewards Report Ayr, 19 Sep 14
Race 1 - 1:30pm THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 4) (BOBIS RACE) Jamie Spencer, the rider of COUNT MONTECRISTO (FR), unplaced, reported that the colt missed the break.
Paul Mulrennan, the rider of LORD OF THE ROCK (IRE), placed third, reported that the colt was denied a clear run.
Race 2 - 2:05pm THE ENABLE SCOTLAND DIAMOND ANNIVERSARY NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) (BOBIS RACE) Daniel Tudhope, the rider of SON OF AFRICA, unplaced, reported that the colt hung left throughout.
The representative of Mark Johnston, the trainer of ENLACE, unplaced, reported that the filly lost her action.
George Chaloner, the rider of JOHNNY B GOODE (IRE), unplaced, reported that the gelding hung left.
Race 3 - 2:40pm THE WILLIAM HILL AYR BRONZE CUP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) The Stewards held an enquiry into possible interference approaching two furlongs out. Having heard their evidence and viewed recordings of the race they found that JACK LUEY, unplaced, ridden by Daniel Tudhope, had interfered with FITZ FLYER (IRE), unplaced, ridden by Joe Fanning. The Stewards found Tudhope in breach of Rule (B)54.1 and guilty of careless riding in that he failed to take sufficient steps to prevent interference. They suspended him for 1 day as follows: Friday 3 October 2014.
The Stewards noted that RASAMAN (IRE), drawn 3, had anticipated the start and barged the gate at the same moment as the race had been started, thereby enabling the gelding to break quickly. Being satisfied that it was not caused through a faulty action of the starting stalls, they took no further action.
Adrian Nicholls, the rider of BAJAN BEAR, unplaced, reported that the gelding hung right.
Jamie Spencer, the rider of SEARCHLIGHT, unplaced, reported that the gelding lost his action.
Race 4 - 3:10pm THE VOKERA & GRAHAM THE PLUMBERS' MERCHANT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (for The South Ayrshire Cup) Rachael Grant, the rider of CLASSY ANNE, placed sixth, reported that the filly was denied a clear run.
Michael Easterby, the trainer of BORIS GRIGORIEV (IRE), unplaced, reported that the gelding was unsuited by the ground which was good, good to firm in places.
David Allan, the rider of MISTER MANANNAN (IRE), unplaced, reported that the gelding hung left.
Joe Fanning, the rider of SALVATORE FURY (IRE), unplaced, reported that the gelding was denied a clear run.
Race 5 - 3:45pm THE EBF STALLIONS HARRY ROSEBERY STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) The Stewards noted that there was interference between FENDALE, placed fifth, and MISS MULLBERRY, placed sixth, approaching the final furlong, but after viewing a recording of the incident they were satisfied that it neither involved a riding offence nor improved FENDALE or MISS MULLBERRY’s placing.
The Stewards noted that MIND OF MADNESS (IRE), placed second, and LIGHTSCAMERACTION (IRE), unplaced, had interfered with SHAMROCK SHEILA (IRE), unplaced, one furlong out, but after viewing a recording of the incident they were satisfied that it neither involved a riding offence nor improved MIND OF MADNESS (IRE)’s placing.
The Stewards noted that LIGHTSCAMERACTION, unplaced, had interfered with PRIMROSE VALLEY, unplaced, approaching one and a half furlongs out, but after viewing a recording of the race they were satisfied that it did not involve a riding offence.
Paul Mulrennan, the rider of FENDALE, placed fifth, reported that the colt was denied a clear run.
David Allan, the rider of AL FAREEJ (IRE), unplaced, reported that his saddle slipped on leaving the stalls.
Race 6 - 4:20pm THE BAM PROPERTIES LTD HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) The Stewards considered the running of LONGSHADOW, ridden by Graham Gibbons and trained by Jason Ward, which finished unplaced. The Stewards noted the trainer’s explanation that the gelding ran flat. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination during routine testing of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Connor Beasley, the rider of CARRAROE FLYER (IRE), unplaced, reported that the filly ran too free.
Race 7 - 4:50pm THE ENTERPRISE SCREEN 10 YEARS OF VIDEO HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (DIV I) The Stewards noted that DARK CRYSTAL, placed third, had interfered with SPIRIT OF ALSACE (IRE), unplaced, approximately one furlong out, but after viewing a recording of the incident they were satisfied that it neither involved a riding offence nor improved DARK CRYSTAL’s placing.
Non-Race related incidents The Starter reported that GALVANIZE, trained by David Nicholls, 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.
The Stewards held an enquiry to consider why POLSKI MAX, trained by Richard Fahey, arrived at the start wearing cheek pieces which had not been declared and therefore had to be withdrawn. Having heard his evidence they found him in breach of Schedule (B)4 6.1.2 and fined him £140.
The Stewards held an enquiry following a report from the Sampling Officer that Dale Swift had been unable to provide a urine sample and now wished to leave the course. They interviewed the rider and the Sampling Officer. Having heard their evidence the Stewards accepted Swift’s explanation that he was unable to provide a sufficient sample as he had been riding at a low weight and was wasting to ride at a low weight at Catterick and Wolverhampton on Saturday 20 September 2014. Under Rule(B)8, the Stewards granted him an exemption from providing a sample.
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 19, 2014 18:56:00 GMT
Ayr hosts its biggest Flat meeting this weekend, culminating in Europe’s richest sprint handicap, the William Hill Ayr Gold Cup. With 27 horses thundering down the famous Scottish course, it is one of the most spectacular races of the season.
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Post by banger on Sept 19, 2014 21:36:41 GMT
View from connections ahead of Saturday's William Hill Ayr Gold Cup, including Jim Goldie on his two big hopes Jack Dexter and Hawkeyethenoo. ![http://e2.365dm.com/13/11/640/Jack-Dexter-Doncaster_3033078.jpg?20131109145631](http://e2.365dm.com/13/11/640/Jack-Dexter-Doncaster_3033078.jpg?20131109145631) Jack Dexter: Has been 'trained for the race' ahead of Ayr Gold Cup tilt Jim Goldie will carry plenty of Scottish hopes as he sends out his two sprint stalwarts Jack Dexter and Hawkeyethenoo in a bid to saddle the first home winner of the William Hill Ayr Gold Cup since Roman Warrior in 1975 on Saturday. Jack Dexter was an admirable third off top weight 12 months ago and is again burdened with the steadier of 9st 10lb. The Glasgow trainer said: "Jack Dexter's good, but obviously we could do with some rain for him. The ground's drying out which is a wee worry. "Draw-wise (stall four) we don't know, but we've got the favourite (Watchable) drawn next to him, so it shouldn't be the worst place in the world to be. "He's in good form and we've trained him for the race." Hawkeyethenoo has been no closer than 10th in four attempts at lifting this prize but has slipped down the handicap, and Goldie believes the eight-year-old is still capable of a bold show. "Hawkeyethenoo ran a good race at Ascot. He seems well and with a bit of luck in running he should go well," he said. "The draw (16) being in the middle is a bit of concern, because I imagine the winner will be nearer the stands rail, but sometimes they get in each other's way. "He's in good form and we expect him to run a big race. The ground should suit him provided it doesn't go too firm. "He likes fast ground. He's won a Stewards' Cup, so he knows how to do it." Check out all of Sky Bet's horse racing prices! Kevin Ryan has four runners, including 2012 hero Captain Ramius, as he seeks to win the big sprint handicap for a fourth time. "Blaine is in very good form and is a sprinter on an upward curve, Amy (daughter) gets on well with him," he said. "Don't forget that Hamza is a Group winner in a handicap. These days there's not too much between the top and bottom and he's in good form and ran well last time. "York Glory has been very disappointing this season. I felt I had him as well as I had for ages going into the Portland but he disappointed again. "Nothing has come to light but if he did bounce back he's very dangerously handicapped. He's fresh and well." Minalisa reverts to handicapping for the first time since winning at Yarmouth in July 2013. Since then she has been taking on Listed company with some success. "It's been a long time since she ran in a handicap, so it will be interesting," said her trainer Rae Guest. "Fran (Berry) was keen to keep the ride as he gets on well with her. "It's wide open and while we'd have preferred a high draw (rather than stall two), there's plenty of good horses around us like Watchable, Hamza and Alben Star. "She might be well handicapped as she's improved a lot." Brian Ellison admits Racy is not the most consistent of sprinters but that the seven-year-old owes his stable nothing. "Racy is in good nick, but it depends what horse turns up on the day," said the Malton trainer. "He's difficult to predict, but he's done us proud this season and has won plenty of prize-money already." Michael Dods hopes the ground does not quicken up significantly for Mass Rally, winner of the Silver Cup two years ago. "I couldn't decide what to do (where to be drawn). All the high numbers had gone. He's a hold-up horse and there were a few pace angles I was looking at," the Darlington handler told Racing UK. "We've plumped for 15 so we can choose which side we want to go nearer the time. "He's in good form, but I just hope the ground doesn't dry up much." £5 free bet every week plus exclusive offers with the Sky Bet Club Tim Easterby has aimed Fast Shot at this race for a while but would like to see some rain. "I'd love it to rain, but he's in good form and this has been the aim for a long time, so you just have to try," said Easterby. Ruwaiyan has had little luck with the draw in his recent starts and was the last to come out of the hat for this race. However, his trainer James Tate believes being in stall one is not the end of the world. "He was unfavourably drawn in Sweden on Sunday, but he flew back and is none the worse for that," said the Newmarket handler. "He's already shown form in big handicaps like this and was fourth, from probably an unfavourable draw, in the Stewards' Cup. He's in good form, so we're hopeful. "We were last out of the hat and probably wouldn't have chosen stall one, but at least we're by a rail. "The one I place didn't want to be was in the middle." An Saighdiur bids to go two places better than in the Silver Cup last September. His trainer Andrew Slattery is happy with his draw (23), but would prefer more cut in the ground. "The horse is well and should run a decent race," said the Thurles handler. "I've got the draw I wanted and we've got everything bar the rain. "The ground will be safe and at least it will be slower than the last day (at the Curragh). "We planned this last year. He should have won the Silver Cup when he was an unlucky loser (close third to Ancient Cross). "We're here again, it's just unfortunate we've not got the rain but we're here to take our chance." There is a second Irish challenger in Burn The Boats, whose trainer Ger Lyons is hopeful rather than confident. "He had no luck in running on his last start," said the County Meath-based handler. "He's won a premier handicap over six here in Ireland. I suppose that form would give him a shout in an Ayr Gold Cup. "It's more luck than judgement what we're at. He's fit and well and he's better on a straight track. We were in the race and he came out of his last run in one piece so we decided to take our chance. "There'd be no confidence behind the run, it's more fingers crossed than anything else."
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Post by banger on Sept 19, 2014 21:50:10 GMT
David Bridgwater is gearing The Giant Bolster's next campaign around a fourth successive crack at the Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup next March. ![http://e1.365dm.com/14/01/768x576/The-Giant-Bolster-Rocky-Creek_3072415.jpg?20140125145234](http://e1.365dm.com/14/01/768x576/The-Giant-Bolster-Rocky-Creek_3072415.jpg?20140125145234) The Giant Bolster: Reported to be more 'mature' by his trainer The Stow-on-the Wold trainer is keen to give his stable star another chance at chasing's blue riband after a trio of admirable efforts in finishing third, fourth and second in the respective last three renewals. The bet365 Charlie Hall Chase at Wetherby on November 1 is a possible starting point, with the Betfair Chase at Haydock on November 22 another potential objective. Bridgwater said: "He's absolutely great. He's come back in older and more mature and seems to be doing everything right. "He never used to inspire as being a good horse at home, but now at home he looks a good horse every day of the week. "If he's straight and well, he'll go for the Charlie Hall, which is always a good starting point. "But if he's not, he'll go straight to Haydock for the big one. "He always seems to runs poorly up to the main day (Gold Cup), but that's the nature of the beast. "Then again, he's that sort of horse that it wouldn't surprise me if he won a good one on the way. "Whatever we do, everything will be built around next March."
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Post by banger on Sept 19, 2014 21:53:06 GMT
Mick Winters hopes Grade One-winning chaser Rebel Fitz has retained all of his old verve when he returns to action at Listowel on Saturday. ![http://e1.365dm.com/14/04/640/RebelFitz_3128223.jpg?20140420172916](http://e1.365dm.com/14/04/640/RebelFitz_3128223.jpg?20140420172916) Rebel Fitz: Returns on the level at Listowel The popular nine-year-old suffered a setback after recording a first top-level success in the Powers Gold Cup at Fairyhouse in April - an injury which put paid to a possible tilt at the Galway Plate. The Kanturk trainer has taken his time with the French-bred gelding, but feels he is now ready to start moving through the gears. Rebel Fitz makes his comeback in the Listowel Races Supporters Club Slan Abhaile Race, the mile-and-three-quarters event which traditionally brings down the curtain on the seven-day Festival meeting. Winters said: "He's been working away for the past three weeks and he's been swimming before that. "He looks well in himself and this looks a nice race to start him back, a mile and six and no jumping. "The weather looks like it is breaking a bit, which will take the shock out of the ground, although he wouldn't want it gluey. "Since he got his bang we try to work him on grass as the injury is down near the hoof and he wouldn't want tacky ground pulling at it. "It's quite stable, though, as there was no real tear, as such. "It will probably be a day or two after the race before we know how he is. "Whether his gears are as good as they were before I don't know, but hopefully they are good enough for a mile and six. "The two-mile (Paddy Power Dial-A-Bet) chase at Leopardstown over Christmas could be a target but we'll have to see how he comes out of the Listowel race first." Rebel Fitz will certainly not have things all his own way in a 12-runner field featuring the likes of Ted Veale, Marchese Marconi, Little Rocky and Alton Bay, who goes in search of a five-timer.
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Post by banger on Sept 19, 2014 22:02:36 GMT
Saturday: Going, weather and non-runners AYR GOING: GOOD (Good to firm in places; GoingStick: 8.7; Sprint course: Stands' side 8.5, Centre 8.6, Far side 8.7) (Home bend in 4m adding approx 12yds to 7f-1m2f)
WEATHER (Sunny intervals)
STALLS 6f - Centre; 1m 5f - Inside; Remainder - Outside
NON RUNNERS 2:05 Goodnightsuzy (6), 2:40 Telmeyd (1), 3:15 Presburg (4) CATTERICK GOING: GOOD (Good to firm in places; GoingStick 8.4) (Watered)
WEATHER (Sunny intervals)
STALLS 1m4f - Centre; Remainder - Inside NEWBURY GOING: GOOD TO SOFT (Soft in places) (Rails have been moved in from the 5f to the 7f. All races on the round course will be 4m longer)
WEATHER (Showers)
STALLS Straight course - Centre; Round course - Inside
NON RUNNERS 1:20 Rock Lobster (12), 1:20 Backcountry (3), 1:50 Grandeur (4), 1:50 Nautilus (6), 2:20 Mubtaghaa (6), 2:55 Queensberry Rules (2), 3:30 Justineo (4), 3:30 Online Alexander (13), 4:05 Fieldsman (1), 5:15 Zeshov (12), 5:15 Pactolus (11), 5:15 Byron´s Gold (15) NEWMARKET GOING: GOOD TO FIRM (Good in places; GoingStick 7.6) (Watered)
WEATHER (Showers)
STALLS (Far side course) Centre WOLVERHAMPTON GOING: TAPETA: STANDARD
WEATHER (Cloudy)
STALLS 7f - Outside; Remainder - Inside
NON RUNNERS 5:50 China Excels (10) NEWMARKET (JULY) GOING: GOOD TO FIRM (Good in places; GoingStick 7.6) (Watered)
WEATHER (Showers)
STALLS (Far side course) Centre LISTOWEL GOING: GOOD (Watered)
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 20, 2014 7:10:44 GMT
Tips Tables Naps table
NAPS TABLE PRESS CHALLENGE
TODAY'S NAPS TIME CRS TIPSTER LEVEL STAKES Tatlisu 2:40 Ayr Racing Post Postdata +31.83 Majestic Moon 2:40 Ayr The Irish Field Rory Delargy +21.42 Huntsmans Close 2:40 Ayr Racing Post The Edge +20.28 Hamza 3:50 Ayr Western Morning News West Tip +14.78 Forced Family Fun 5:35 Ayr Racing and Football Outlook +6.29 Midlander 2:10 Catt Glasgow Evening Times Jeffrey Ross +6.02 Hawkeyethenoo 3:50 Ayr Racing Post The North +2.50 Strath Burn 2:20 Newb Racing Post Lambourn +1.16 Deauville Prince 5:00 Ayr Belfast Newsletter Wise Owl +0.54 Roseburg 2:55 Newb Sunday Mirror Gary Nutting -1.54 Kiss Of Spring 3:55 Catt Blackpool Gazette Steve Simpson -3.59 Flash Fire 2:45 Catt Daily Telegraph Marlborough -5.94 Heartbreak Hero 3:40 NmkR Racing Post RP Ratings -7.87 Ray Ward 4:15 NmkR The Sun Templegate -8.23 Go Far 3:50 Ayr Weekender Paul Kealy -8.90 Louis The Pious 3:50 Ayr Daily Mail Robin Goodfellow -12.23 York Glory 3:50 Ayr Sheffield Star Fortunatus -16.79 Moonlight Sonata 1:55 NmkR Racing Post Newmarket -16.82 Ballymore Castle 3:40 NmkR Daily Post Mercury -18.67 Hamza 3:50 Ayr Oldham Evening Chronicle Keith McHugh -19.66 Highland Acclaim 3:50 Ayr Sunday Mail Rockavon -21.14 Redvers 2:40 Ayr Yorkshire Evening Post Lee Sobot -21.27 An Saighdiur 3:50 Ayr Coventry Telegraph Derek Brown -21.75 Midlander 2:10 Catt Daily Express The Scout -22.09 Heartbreak Hero 3:40 NmkR The Star Patrick Weaver -22.35 Mecca´s Angel 3:30 Newb Daily Mirror Newsboy -23.02 Jungle Cat 2:20 Newb Yorkshire Post The Duke -23.31 Blaine 3:50 Ayr Liverpool Echo Chris Wright -26.17 Hillstar 1:50 Newb Sunday Express Chris Goulding -26.83 Barnet Fair 3:50 Ayr Irish Post Karl Hedley -28.02 Fast Shot 3:50 Ayr Carlisle News & Star Phil Rostron -30.82 Hawkeyethenoo 3:50 Ayr Daily Star Sunday Moorestyle -31.05 Blaine 3:50 Ayr Racing Post Spotlight -31.62 Buthelezi 5:35 Ayr The Press, York Ebor -31.87 Blaine 3:50 Ayr Sunday Telegraph Whistler -35.07 Mecca´s Angel 3:30 Newb The Guardian -37.78 Hawkeyethenoo 3:50 Ayr South Wales Argus Melissa Jones -44.61 Go Far 3:50 Ayr The Scotsman Glendale -44.65 Highland Acclaim 3:50 Ayr Morning Star Farringdon -52.88 Burn The Boats 3:50 Ayr Daily Record Garry Owen -58.81 Strath Burn 2:20 Newb The Times Rob Wright -59.34
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 20, 2014 7:10:57 GMT
Andrea Atzeni (Rock Lobster) is showing a profit of £66.50 this season Rock Lobster 1:20 Newbury
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Post by Kimmy on Sept 20, 2014 7:11:13 GMT
Sir Michael Stoute, trainer: HILLSTAR " “He been a model of consistency and he deserves to get his head in front. We have been pleased with him at home and he won't mind any further rain.” " Hillstar 1:50 Newbury
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