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Post by Kimmy on Oct 7, 2017 15:02:16 GMT
Jimmy Fortune brought the curtain down on a career that has yielded more than 1,800 winners, including a number at the highest level, after finishing an excellent third on 20-1 chance Nathra for his old boss John Gosden in Saturday's Kingdom of Bahrain Sun Chariot Stakes at Newmarket.
Fortune, 45, sprung to prominence with a 50-1 win on Joveworth in the 1989 Ayr Gold Cup while still claiming 5lb and gained his first Group 1 win on Commander Collins in the 1998 Racing Post Trophy in his first season as retained jockey to Robert Sangster.
Confirming his retirement on Saturday morning, Fortune said the back injury he suffered at Newbury in the spring that has restricted his opportunities was a factor in his decision but preferred to concentrate on the positives in what he regards as his "amazing time as a jockey".
He said: "I've had a great career but it's been on my mind for a little while and today felt like the right time, in a Group 1 for a trainer who has done such a lot for me."
Fortune scored his first and only Classic success on Lucarno in the 2007 St Leger during a long and fruitful association with Gosden. Their partnership yielded a host of top-grade wins, including the Fillies' Mile and Coronation Stakes on Nannina, the Queen Elizabeth II Stakes on Raven's Pass, the Middle Park on Oasis Dream and the Pretty Polly Stakes, Yorkshire Oaks and Prix Vermeille on Dar Re Mi, although she was controversially disqualified from the Longchamp race.
His many other wins for Gosden included the Hungerford and Challenge Stakes on Sleeping Indian, who was never a Group 1 winner but was nevertheless a particular favourite.
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Post by Kimmy on Oct 7, 2017 17:43:03 GMT
Ascot, 07 Oct 17 Race 1 - 1:50pm THE HOPE AND HOMES FOR CHILDREN ROUS STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) Enquiry Complete - Placings Unaltered.
Permission was given for KYLLANG ROCK (IRE) to go early to post and for A MOMENT OF MADNESS to go early and to be led to post.
The winner, JUST GLAMOROUS (IRE), ridden by Oisin Murphy, drifted left-handed into the whip, inside the final furlong, taking SIR ROBERT CHEVAL, placed second, ridden by Phillip Makin, slightly off its intended line. The riders were interviewed and shown recordings of the incident. Murphy was cautioned for careless riding as he had allowed the gelding to drift left without sufficient correction.
JUST GLAMOROUS (IRE) appeared to show improved form, compared with its previous run at Newbury on 23 September 2017 where the gelding finished fourteenth of seventeen, beaten 7 ½ lengths. The trainer’s explanation that JUST GLAMOROUS (IRE) had had a wind operation before the Newbury race and the trainer felt the benefits came through on this occasion, its second run since the operation, was noted. JUST GLAMOROUS (IRE) was routine tested.
Race 2 - 2:25pm THE GIGASET CUMBERLAND LODGE STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 3) FLYING TIGER (IRE) wore earplugs which were removed at the start.
Jim Crowley, the rider of LAW AND ORDER (IRE), unplaced, was slow to remove the blindfold resulting in his horse being slow to start. Crowley’s explanation that the blind had got stuck on the bridle was noted.
Following the race Oisin Murphy reported that FLYING TIGER (IRE), placed fifth, bounced off the running rail, when running keenly, on the turn into the home straight. The Veterinary Officer reported that WALDGEIST, placed second, lost its right hind shoe.
Race 3 - 3:00pm THE JOHN GUEST BENGOUGH STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 3) Permission was given for PROJECTION to go early to post.
Following the race Martin Harley reported that INTISAAB, placed sixth, reared as the stalls opened and was slowly away and Tom Eaves reported that TOMMY TAYLOR (USA), unplaced, hung right-handed. The Veterinary Officer reported that DANZENO, placed fourth, lost its right fore shoe.
Race 4 - 3:35pm THE TOTESCOOP6 CHALLENGE CUP (CLASS 2 HERITAGE HANDICAP) Following the race Ted Durcan reported that MITCHUM SWAGGER, unplaced, ran flat, and Jim Crowley also reported that MOJITO, unplaced, ran flat. Stevie Donohoe reported that AMAZOUR (IRE), unplaced, was never travelling.
Race 5 - 4:10pm THE TOTEPOOL BRITISH EBF OCTOBER STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) Permission was given for ETERNALLY to be mounted in the chute. HELLS BABE to wear a hood in the parade ring only, to be mounted in the chute and to go early to post. BELLE MEADE (IRE) and BLETCHLEY to wear hoods in the parade ring only.
Roger Charlton had obtained prior permission from the BHA to run PRINCESS DE LUNE (IRE) partially shod.
Following the race the representative of Luca Cumani reported that DUBARA, unplaced, was unsuited by the good to soft ground and would prefer a faster surface and also the representative of W.T. Farrell reported that XENOBIA (IRE), unplaced, was unsuited by the good to soft ground and would prefer a faster surface. Ted Durcan reported that HAVRE DE PAIX (FR), unplaced, had no more to give.
Race 6 - 4:45pm THE MCGEE LIGHTHOUSE CLUB HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Following the race Jim Crowley reported that JUSTICE LADY (IRE), unplaced, ran too freely. View Stewards report Newmarket, 07 Oct 17 Race 1 - 1:30pm THE 1ST SECURITY SOLUTIONS EBF STALLIONS NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (PLUS 10 RACE) (DIV I) Frankie Dettori reported that WILFRED OWEN, unplaced, lost its action in the dip. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the colt failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 2 - 2:05pm THE BRITISH EBF BREEDERS' FILLIES SERIES SPRINT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Permission was given for ROSE BERRY to go early to post and for MAGICAL DREAMER (IRE) to wear a hood in the parade ring.
Following the race Ryan Moore reported that MARIE OF LYON, unplaced, suffered interference shortly after the start and was denied a clear run. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the filly during routine testing failed to reveal any abnormalities. The Veterinary Officer reported that the winner, PIXELEEN, lost its right hind shoe.
Race 3 - 2:40pm THE KINGDOM OF BAHRAIN SUN CHARIOT STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 1) (British Champions Series) Permission was given for DAWN OF HOPE (IRE) to be ponied early to the start.
An enquiry was held to consider interference shortly after the start when the winner, ROLY POLY (USA), ridden by Ryan Moore interfered with ARABIAN HOPE, unplaced, ridden by Jimmy Quinn. The riders were interviewed and shown recordings of the incident. Moore was suspended for 2 days for careless riding in that he manoeuvred left when insufficiently clear causing ARABIAN HOPE to have to be checked.
Following the race Jimmy Quinn reported that ARABIAN HOPE (USA), unplaced, lost its action in the dip.
Race 5 - 3:50pm THE £150,000 TATTERSALLS OCTOBER AUCTION STAKES (CLASS 2) Permission was given for ARDEN PEARL (IRE) to go early to post.
Following the race Hollie Doyle reported that AQUADABRE (IRE), placed eighth, ran too free in the early stages.
Race 6 - 4:25pm THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF BREEDERS' FILLIES SERIES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) PANOVA wore earplugs.
The sponsorship in relation to SEDUCE ME, trained by K.R.Burke, did not comply with the Sponsorship Code of Conduct. Burke was warned as to his responsibility to ensure that the correct sponsorship is carried.
Following the race Liam Keniry reported that INDIAN BLESSING, unplaced, stumbled leaving the stalls.
Race 7 - 5:00pm THE BRITISH EBF BREEDERS' FILLIES SERIES MIDDLE DISTANCE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Permission was given for ICE DANCING (IRE) to go early to post and to be mounted in the chute and for VOI to wear a hood in the parade ring.
Race 8 - 5:35pm THE EBF BREEDERS' FILLIES' SERIES ~thisfillycan HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) The performance of EBBESBOURNE (IRE) which finished unplaced, was considered. The representative of Sir Michael Stoute’s explanation that the filly was unsuited by Good going on this occasion and would prefer a faster surface was noted. EBBESBOURNE (IRE) was routine tested. View Stewards report Redcar, 07 Oct 17 Race 1 - 1:40pm THE JACK'S COACHES EBF STALLIONS NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (DIV I) Dane O’Neill, the rider of the winner, SHUHOOD (IRE), was suspended for 4 days for using his whip above the permitted level from inside 2 furlongs out.
Following the race, Josephine Gordon reported that POETS DREAM (IRE), placed, second, hung right under pressure.
Race 2 - 2:10pm THE JACK'S COACHES EBF STALLIONS NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (DIV II) Following the race, Silvestre De Sousa reported that COMPORTA, unplaced, was slowly away and hung right throughout.
Race 3 - 2:45pm THE VISIT THE ALL NEW racinguk.com SELLING STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for LEOPARD (IRE) to go early to post.
Race 4 - 3:20pm THE TOTEPOOL TWO-YEAR-OLD TROPHY (CLASS 1) (LISTED RACE) Permission was given for GREEN FORTUNE to go early to post.
The performance of JOHN KIRKUP, which finished unplaced, was considered. Michael Dods explanation was noted that the gelding was feeling the effects of a busy season.
Following the race, Jason Hart reported that CHATBURN (IRE), unplaced, moved poorly. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the colt failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 5 - 3:55pm THE TOTESCOOP6 EBF STALLIONS GUISBOROUGH STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) Permission was given for JORDAN SPORT to go early to post.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that LAHORE (USA), placed third, lost its right hind shoe.
Race 6 - 4:30pm THE RACING UK STRAIGHT-MILE SERIES FINAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Permission was given for PALMERSTON to go early to post.
The performance of RASHFORD’S DOUBLE (IRE) which started favourite and finished unplaced, was considered. The representative of Richard Fahey could offer no explanation for the gelding’s performance. RASHFORD’S DOUBLE (IRE) was routine tested.
Race 7 - 5:05pm THE MARKET CROSS JEWELLERS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Following the race, Jason Hart reported that MAIFALKI (FR), unplaced, hung right throughout. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 8 - 5:40pm THE WATCH RACE REPLAYS AT racinguk.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for BRONZE BEAU to go early to post and for BOND BOMBSHELL to go early and be led to post.
An enquiry was held to consider interference approaching 1 ½ furlongs out when MONTE CINQ (IRE), placed fourth, ridden by Kevin Stott, interfered with COISTE BODHAR (IRE), unplaced, ridden by George Buckell. The riders were interviewed and shown recordings of the incident. Stott was cautioned for careless riding as he had edged marginally right when insufficiently clear of COISTE BODHAR (IRE) causing Buckell to take a slight check.
Following the race, Paul Hanagan reported that RACQUET, unplaced, hung left throughout. View Stewards report Fontwell Park, 07 Oct 17 Race 1 - 1:55pm THE A D MECHANICAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) The winner, ILEWINDELILAH, appeared to show improved form compared with its previous run at Newton Abbot on 16 August 2017 where the filly finished eighth of thirteen, beaten by 30 ½ lengths. Charlie Mann’s explanation that the filly was suited by the reapplication of blinkers and the step up in trip from 2m to 3m 1f was noted.
Race 2 - 2:30pm THE CHANCELLOR OF THE FORMCHECKER STEEPLE CHASE (A NOVICES' LIMITED HANDICAP) (CLASS 4) SUMMER STORM, trained by John Joseph Hanlon, finished second at Fontwell on the previous day. The Veterinary Officer reported that a pre-race examination of the gelding deemed it fit to race.
Following the race, Richard Johnson reported that BRADFORD BRIDGE (IRE), which was pulled up, slipped at the first fence and, having lost its confidence, jumped poorly thereafter. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 3 - 3:05pm THE WINNER GROUP HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) Permission was given for CASPER KING (IRE) and MAGNA CARTOR to be mounted in the chute.
On the run to the line, LOVERBOY (FR), placed third, lugged quickly left-handed before being corrected, unbalancing DIABLE DE SIVOLA (FR), placed second, causing it to shift REMILUC (FR), placed fourth, briefly off its intended line, but after viewing a recording of the incident it was found that no riding offence was involved and it had not improved the placing of LOVERBOY (FR).
Race 5 - 4:15pm THE MARSTON'S KALTENBERG NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) THE BLACK SQUIRREL (IRE) wore earplugs which were removed at the start.
Following the race, Suzy Smith reported that HUNTRESS (IRE), unplaced, was suffering from heat stress.
Race 6 - 4:50pm THE RACEBETS "MONEY-BACK SECOND" CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS' HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) ADARENNA (IRE), trained by John Joseph Hanlon, was pulled up at Fontwell on the previous day. The Veterinary Officer reported that a pre-race examination of the filly deemed her fit to race.
Michael Heard, the rider of HARDTOROCK (IRE), placed third, was suspended for 7 days for using his whip above the permitted level, from before the fourth last fence.
Following the race, George Blackwell reported that BENABILITY (IRE), which was pulled up, hit the third last fence and lost its action thereafter.
Race 7 - 5:20pm THE KIT WALKER-NEW SINGLE MR WRIGHT STANDARD OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 6) Tom Cannon, the rider of BADDESLEY KNIGHT (IRE), placed third, was suspended for 2 days for using his whip above the permitted level, from approximately 1 ½ furlongs out. View Stewards report Wolverhampton, 07 Oct 17 Race 1 - 5:45pm THE bet365 MAIDEN FILLIES' STAKES (CLASS 5) Enquiry Complete - Placings Unaltered.
An enquiry was held to consider the placings in this race after the winner, CONSIDERED OPINION, ridden by Hector Crouch, had shifted right-handed inside the final furlong, interfering with SECRET RETURN (IRE), placed second, ridden by Rhiain Ingram. The riders were interviewed and shown recordings of the incident. The Stewards considered that the interference was accidental in that passing the one furlong marker, CONSIDERED OPINION had edged slightly right-handed, intimidating SECRET RETURN (IRE) off its intended line, before shying quickly right-handed away from JAZAALAH (USA), which was hanging right-handed approximately half a furlong out, causing SECRET RETURN (IRE) to be bumped, at which point Crouch had stopped riding and quickly corrected his mount. They found that the interference had not improved CONSIDERED OPINION’s placing as although SECRET RETURN (IRE) was briefly hampered as a result of the bump, the winner was always holding the runner-up on the drive to the line and the margin was a dominant neck.
Race 2 - 6:15pm THE bet365 SELLING STAKES (CLASS 6) The Starter reported that MISS PERCEPTION, trained by Tom Dascombe, was the subject of a third criteria failure. The trainer was informed that the filly could not run until the day after passing a stalls test.
Following the race, Jane Elliott reported that MISS PERCEPTION, unplaced, was slowly away.
Race 3 - 6:45pm THE bet365 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Permission was given for BARRACUDA BOY (IRE) to be ponied early to the start and for SEEKING MAGIC to go early to post and be mounted in the chute.
Race 7 - 8:45pm THE bet365.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (DIV II) Permission was given for PERSHING to go early to post.
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Post by Kimmy on Oct 8, 2017 7:28:43 GMT
Sunday: going, weather & non-runners Kelso GOING: GOOD (Good to soft in places; GoingStick 7.0) WEATHER: Partly cloudy Limerick GOING: SOFT WEATHER: Cloudy Navan GOING: YIELDING TO SOFT (yielding in places) WEATHER: Mostly cloudy Uttoxeter GOING: SOFT (Good to soft in places on Hurdle course) WEATHER: Mostly cloudy NON RUNNERS: 2:25 Choix De L'Amour (1) 2:55 Aye Aye Charlie (1)Bury The Evidence (10) 3:30 Above Board (1) 4:00 Royale Knight (7) 4:35 A Tail Of Intrigue (5)
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Post by Kimmy on Oct 8, 2017 7:29:43 GMT
TODAY'S NAPS TIME CRS TIPSTER LEVEL STAKES Fabulous Saga 2:15 Limk Chester Leader, Charlie Croasdale +54.97 Mash Potato 5:35 Uttx Racing Post, RP Ratings +29.6 Alphabetical Order 2:05 Kels The Times, Rob Wright +26.19 Snow Falcon 5:15 Navn Morning Star, Farringdon +16.45 A Likely Story 3:40 Navn Racing Post, Postdata +13.38 Weapon Of Choice 2:05 Kels Daily Mail, Robin Goodfellow +8.65 Simply Ned 4:20 Kels Racing Post, Spotlight +4.99 Rock On Fruity 4:25 Limk The Irish Sun -3.13 Nietzsche 5:15 Navn Scottish Sun, Jim Delahunt -5.93 Boy's On Tour 3:50 Kels The Guardian -6.08 The Twisler 2:25 Uttx Glasgow Evening Times, Jeffrey Ross -6.2 Templeross 3:30 Uttx sportinglife.com, Ben Linfoot -7.75 Point The Way 3:15 Kels Yorkshire Evening Post, Lee Sobot -8.89 Brother Bear 2:35 Navn The Sun On Sunday, Sirius -9.88 Miami Present 4:35 Uttx Racing and Football Outlook -10.58 Audacious Plan 4:35 Uttx Sunday Express, Jason Heavey -11.09 Forest Bihan 4:20 Kels The Scotsman, Glendale -11.83 Double W's 4:20 Kels The Irish Field, Rory Delargy -12.94 Alphabetical Order 2:05 Kels Racing Post, The North -14.82 Bulkov 2:40 Kels The Star, Patrick Weaver -15.01 Forest Bihan 4:20 Kels Scottish Express, Chris Goulding -15.02 Stellar Notion 4:25 Limk Sheffield Star, Fortunatus -18 Son Of Rest 3:05 Navn Glasgow Herald, PicksfromthePaddock -18.16 Bulkov 2:40 Kels Daily Express, The Scout -18.66 Danceintothelight 2:05 Kels Sunday Telegraph, Whistler -19.32 Palmers Hill 2:55 Uttx Sky Sports News, Alex Hammond -19.34 Sudski Star 1:35 Kels Daily Telegraph, Marlborough -19.91 Truckers Lodge 2:25 Uttx Yorkshire Post, The Duke -21.16 Danceintothelight 2:05 Kels Liverpool Echo, Chris Wright -21.42 Justatenner 4:50 Kels Daily Star Sunday, Moorestyle -23.82 Brownville 4:35 Uttx Sunday Mail, Rockavon -25.88 Ouro Branco 2:55 Uttx Belfast Newsletter, Wise Owl -27.4 Templeross 3:30 Uttx The Sun, Templegate -30.26 Who's My Jockey 2:55 Uttx Western Morning News, West Tip -30.3 Forest Bihan 4:20 Kels Blackpool Gazette, Steve Simpson -30.57 Wisty 4:20 Kels Racing UK, The Score -30.76 Blue Uluru 2:35 Navn attheraces.com, Lawrence Taylor -33.5 Forest Bihan 4:20 Kels Daily Record, Garry Owen -37.66 Martila 1:35 Kels Weekender, Paul Kealy -39.58 Truckers Lodge 2:25 Uttx Shropshire Star, Andy Morris -40.31 Nietzsche 5:15 Navn Daily Post, Mercury -40.46 Above Board 3:30 Uttx Irish Post, Karl Hedley -40.94 Oh Land Abloom 4:00 Uttx Racing Post, Lambourn -48.33 Sudski Star 1:35 Kels Daily Mirror, Newsboy -48.7 Templeross 3:30 Uttx Gloucestershire Echo, Melissa Jones -51.42 Solway Dandy 4:00 Uttx The Press, York, Ebor -71.54 Brownville 4:35 Uttx Oxford Mail, Mark Edwards -73.22
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Post by Kimmy on Oct 8, 2017 7:30:21 GMT
BANKER
Picture Painter (2.05 Kelso)
Keith Dalgleish does extremely well with his new recruits and he runs this ex-Jim Goldie-trained four-year-old in the second division of the 2m handicap hurdle. Granted he has a record of 0-20, which doesn't inspire much confidence, but his career best effort came over hurdles when finishing second over 2m4f at Perth in May this year and that performance would see him beat his rivals.
7/2 Picture Painter 2:05 Kelso EYECATCHER
Simply Ned (4.20 Kelso)
The race-fit Wisty is likely to go off favourite but this track may not suit him as well as the sharp Cartmel and he could be worth taking on with Simply Ned. He goes extremely well fresh, as proven by winning this race in 2014 and 2015, and despite his years slowly catching up with him, he put in some fine efforts last year including when nine lengths second to Fox Norton in the Shloer Chase and he is the class horse of this field.
5/1 Simply Ned 4:20 Kelso IRISH ANGLE
Magic Bear (3.05 Navan)
A very competitive Listed contest and it may pay to follow Eddie Lynam's likely outsider Magic Bear. The trainer has won this contest three times in the last four years and despite disappointing efforts the last twice, Magic Bear is still an improving filly and receives a 5lb allowance. She was extremely impressive in winning handicaps at Navan and Tipperary earlier this year and looks a nice each-way bet.
20/1 Magic Bear 3:05 Navan Let our experts point you in the direction of the winners with invaluable punting pointers delivered directly to your inbox. Sign up here to get our free newsletter every week RP.
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Post by Kimmy on Oct 8, 2017 7:31:03 GMT
Irish Bulletin has a good record at Limerick, where the gelding has four wins from six runs. He should not be underestimated in the 3.20.
Lucinda Russell and Blair Campbell have individual strike-rates of 13 and 30 per cent respectively at Kelso. That rises to 44 per cent when they combine and they do so today with Catchthemoonlight (4.50) and Topham Bay (5.20).
Stevie Donohoe had two winners from 18 runners, an 11 per cent strike-rate and a £1 level stakes profit of £23.00, within a two-week period of this time last year. He saddles Independence Day in the 4.10 at Navan.
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Post by Kimmy on Oct 8, 2017 7:31:43 GMT
Lambourn: Nick Deacon
Oh Land Abloom (4.00 Uttoxeter)
Not one to win too often, but is a very consistent performer, and is back to a winnable mark in this run-of-the-mill handicap with talented claimer Henry Tett taking off a valuable 7lbs.
Others to follow Uttoxeter 2.55 Tyrolean, 4.35 Lunar Flow, 5.35 Dizzy Heights
13/2 Oh Land Abloom 4:00 Uttoxeter North: Colin Russell
Alphabetical Order (2.05 Kelso, nap)
Won his last two races over hurdles back in 2014, and though he hasn't run over jumps since, has been in decent form on the Flat and fancied to go well off his current good mark on debut for his in-form yard.
Others to follow Kelso 1.35 Prince Khurram, 2.40 Beyond The Clouds, 3.15 Point The Way, 3.50 Bestiarius, 4.20 Double W's, 4.50 Craig Star, 5.20 Betancourt. Uttoxeter 2.25 Diamant De L'Ouest, 2.55 Stay In Touch, 4.00 Solway Dandy, 4.35 Miami Present, 5.05 Solway Trigger, 5.35 Teescomponents Max.
7/1 Alphabetical Order 2:05 Kelso West Country: Tim Mitchell
Sporting Boy (4.00 Uttoxeter, nap)
Improved for his return from an absence when runner-up at Newton Abbot last time. Similar effort should see him back in the winner's enclosure with the drop back in distance expected to suit.
Others to follow Uttoxeter 2.25 The Twisler, 2.55 Who's My Jockey, 3.30 Allee Bleue.
7/2 Sporting Boy 4:00 Uttoxeter Racing Post Ratings: Steve Mason
Mash Potato (5.35 Uttoxeter, nap)
Has run some fair races in defeat since winning over course and distance on soft ground in April. A 4lb pound higher mark today is negated by his jockey's claim.
4/1 Mash Potato 5:35 Uttoxeter Topspeed: Dave Edwards
Coole Hall (3.50 Kelso)
Just denied on his hurdling debut in April, Rose Dobbin's promising six-year-old can gain deserved compensation.
11/4 Coole Hall 3:50 Kelso Longshot: Ed Quigley
Beneficial Joe (4.00 Uttoxeter)
Hit and miss profile but doesn't look the strongest of races and should be competitive off his current mark.
9/1 Beneficial Joe 4:00 Uttoxeter Ireland: Tony O'Hehir
Son Of Rest (3.05 Navan)
Ground conditions will suit the Fozzy Stack-trained three-year-old who ran third behind Caravaggio in the Group 3 Flying Five Stakes at the Curragh on his most recent start. Both of his wins have been achieved over the minimum trip but he has given the impression that the extra furlong of today's race will suit.
3/1 Son Of Rest 3:05 Navan There are no Newmarket tips today
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Post by Kimmy on Oct 8, 2017 17:05:25 GMT
Kelso, 08 Oct 17 Race 1 - 1:35pm THE NEWCASTLE ARMS COLDSTREAM HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV I) Following the race, Adam Nicol reported that AN FEAR CIUIN (IRE), unplaced, was never travelling.
Race 2 - 2:05pm THE NEWCASTLE ARMS COLDSTREAM HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV II) Permission was given for DANCEINTOTHELIGHT to go to post early.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that ASUM, unplaced, had bled from the nose.
Race 3 - 2:40pm THE BLUE COO BISTROT NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Permission was given for BULKOV (FR) to wear a hood in the parade ring which was removed before going to the start.
Race 4 - 3:15pm THE ALEXANDRA CARRINGTON NOVICES' STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that AN LAOCH (IRE), placed second, had lost its right front shoe.
Race 5 - 3:50pm THE QUEENS HEAD HOTEL KELSO NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) An enquiry was held into possible interference on the run-in when, the winner COOLE HALL (IRE), ridden by Conor O’Farrell, drifted left moving MAYO STAR (IRE), placed second, ridden by Brian Hughes, slightly off its intended line. The riders were interviewed and shown recordings of the incident. O’Farrell was cautioned for careless riding in that he had allowed his mount to drift left without sufficient correction.
Race 6 - 4:20pm THE NSPCC SCHOOL SERVICE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) Permission was given for JUST CAMERON to go to post early, and it was noted that the gelding wore earplugs which were removed at the start.
Following the race the Veterinary Officer reported that ROCK ON ROCKY, placed fourth, had lost its right front shoe.
Race 7 - 4:50pm THE DOUBLE FIVE WHITBURN HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV I) Permission was given for NENDRUM (IRE) to go to post early.
Following the race, Craig Nichol reported that he pulled up LADY LONDON (IRE), as he felt the mare had lost its action. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the mare failed to reveal any abnormalities.
The Veterinary Officer further reported that the winner, CRAIG STAR (IRE), had lost its right hind shoe.
Race 8 - 5:20pm THE DOUBLE FIVE WHITBURN HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV II) The winner, BENNY’S SECRET (IRE), ridden by Lucy Alexander and trained by N.W Alexander, appeared to show an improvement in form, compared with its previous run at Perth on 16 July 2017, where the gelding was pulled up. The trainer’s explanation was noted that the gelding may have appreciated the re-application of a hood and the removal of a tongue tie on this occasion. View Stewards report Uttoxeter, 08 Oct 17 Fixture Note After Race 3 the going was changed to Good to Soft, Soft in places from Chase – Soft, Hurdle – Soft, Good to Soft in places. Race 1 - 2:25pm THE WIGGY'S 65TH RETIREMENT CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS' MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) An enquiry was held following a report from the Veterinary Officer that the trainer, Tom George, had presented the incorrect horse at the racecourse stables for identification in the place of TRUCKERS LODGE (IRE), which was declared to run in the 2.25pm race. They interviewed the Veterinary Officer and the trainer’s representative. Having heard their evidence they referred the matter to the Head Office of the British Horseracing Authority and ordered TRUCKERS LODGE (IRE) to be withdrawn.
Following the race James Bowen reported that NOW MCGINTY (IRE), placed third, hung badly left. The Veterinary Officer reported that LUCA BRAZI (IRE), unplaced, lost its right fore shoe.
Race 2 - 2:55pm THE ANNE POWER'S 90TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Following the race Charlie Poste reported that DREAM VOICE (IRE), which was pulled up, jumped poorly in the early stages. Ian Popham reported that KIKIMORA, unplaced, hung badly right. The Veterinary Officer reported that CANDLELIGHT STORY, unplaced, lost a right fore shoe.
Race 3 - 3:30pm THE MARSTON'S WARSTEINER BEGINNERS' STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (for the STAFFORDSHIRE & SHROPSHIRE YEOMANARY CHALLENGE TROPHY) Prior to this race, Nigel Hawke, the trainer of DEAUVILLE CRYSTAL (FR), was asked to explain why he was running the filly here at Uttoxeter on going described as Soft, having reported the filly was unsuited by the Good ground and would prefer a faster surface, at Cheltenham on the 20 April 2017. Hawke explained that he considered that the ground at Cheltenham as patchy compared to the ground here at Uttoxeter, which in his opinion is much more consistent.
Following the race Sean Bowen reported that DEAUVILLE CRYSTAL (FR), unplaced, jumped deliberately and lacked confidence.
Race 4 - 4:00pm THE HOLDCROFT RENAULT HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (for THE MERCIAN REGIMENT CHALLENGE TROPHY) Kielan Woods, the rider of the winner, BENEFICIAL JOE (IRE), was suspended for 2 days for using his whip above the permitted level from approaching the final hurdle.
Race 6 - 5:05pm THE PATRICK DUFFY 70TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) William Clarke, the rider of ROSQUERO (FR), unplaced, was suspended for 2 days for using his whip above the permitted level in the final circuit. Being a 7lb claimer, Clarke was offered the opportunity to have someone accompany him into the enquiry, but declined.
Following the race the Veterinary Officer reported that BACKOFTHEROCK, placed second, had bled from the nose.
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Post by Kimmy on Oct 8, 2017 17:06:26 GMT
Grand National-winning jockey Derek Fox was taken to Borders General Hospital after briefly being knocked unconscious at Kelso.
Fox was riding Justantenner for Barry Murtagh in the first division of the Double Five Whitburn Handicap Hurdle, when falling at the third flight.
Clerk of the course Anthea Morshead, said: "He's going to Borders General for a check-up. He was briefly knocked unconscious, but by the time he went to hospital he was talking."
He went on: "Obviously it is in everyone's interests for him to go and get checked out."
Fox partnered the Lucinda Russell-trained One For Arthur to glory at Aintree in April and the eight-year-old was favourite to repeat the feat next year, before being ruled for the season with a tendon injury a few days ago.
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Post by Kimmy on Oct 9, 2017 6:09:35 GMT
Monday: going, weather & non-runners Kempton (AW) GOING: POLYTRACK: STANDARD TO SLOW WEATHER: Mostly cloudy STALLS: Inside Musselburgh GOING: GOOD TO SOFT (GoingStick 5.7) WEATHER: Showers STALLS: 5f - Stands' side; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 5:40 Riponian (2) Pontefract GOING: SOFT (Good to soft in places) (GoingStick 7.2) WEATHER: Cloudy STALLS: Inside Salisbury GOING: SOFT (Good to soft in places) (GoingStick 6.2) WEATHER: Mostly cloudy STALLS: 7f - Far side; 1m2f - Inside Windsor GOING: GOOD TO SOFT (Good in places; GoingStick 7.0) WEATHER: Partly cloudy STALLS: 1m2f & 1m3f - Centre; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 2:15 Jack Regan (7)
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Post by Kimmy on Oct 9, 2017 6:10:34 GMT
TODAY'S NAPS TIME CRS TIPSTER LEVEL STAKES Royal Icon 4:10 Muss Chester Leader, Charlie Croasdale +53.97 Pioneering 3:55 Pont Racing Post, RP Ratings +28.6 Storm Cry 4:40 Muss The Times, Rob Wright +25.19 Keepup Kevin 3:55 Pont Morning Star, Farringdon +15.45 Balgair 7:55 Kemp Racing Post, Postdata +12.38 Sophie P 4:40 Muss Daily Mail, Robin Goodfellow +7.65 Feebs 2:25 Pont Racing Post, Spotlight +3.99 Paris Protocol 5:05 Sals The Irish Sun -4.13 Royal Icon 4:10 Muss Scottish Sun, Jim Delahunt -6.93 Bakht Khan 5:25 Kemp The Guardian -7.08 By Royal Approval 5:55 Kemp Glasgow Evening Times, Jeffrey Ross -7.2 The Wagon Wheel 5:10 Muss The Scotsman, Glendale -7.33 Ortiz 4:55 Kemp Yorkshire Evening Post, Lee Sobot -8.69 Cornerstone Lad 4:25 Pont sportinglife.com, Ben Linfoot -8.75 Lawless Secret 4:15 Wind Scottish Express, Chris Goulding -10.52 Dutch Uncle 4:45 Wind The Sun On Sunday, Sirius -10.88 Sir Plato 4:45 Wind Racing and Football Outlook -11.58 Kannapolis 1:55 Pont Sunday Express, Jason Heavey -12.09 Luang Prabang 6:25 Kemp The Irish Field, Rory Delargy -13.94 Pioneering 3:55 Pont Racing Post, The North -15.82 Golden Birthday 7:25 Kemp The Star, Patrick Weaver -16.01 Lawless Secret 4:15 Wind Sky Sports News, Alex Hammond -16.59 Balgair 7:55 Kemp Sheffield Star, Fortunatus -19 Let Right Be Done 5:40 Muss Glasgow Herald, PicksfromthePaddock -19.16 Edge 3:35 Sals Daily Express, The Scout -19.66 Glassalt 6:55 Kemp Sunday Telegraph, Whistler -20.32 My Girl Maisie 6:10 Muss Daily Telegraph, Marlborough -20.91 Transpennine Star 3:25 Pont Yorkshire Post, The Duke -21.16 Lucky Di 5:45 Wind Liverpool Echo, Chris Wright -22.42 Vincenzo Coccotti 7:55 Kemp Daily Star Sunday, Moorestyle -24.82 Celestin's 3:15 Wind Blackpool Gazette, Steve Simpson -26.07 Lawless Secret 4:15 Wind Sunday Mail, Rockavon -26.88 Lawless Secret 4:15 Wind Belfast Newsletter, Wise Owl -28.4 Robbie Roo Roo 3:05 Sals Racing Post, Newmarket -28.61 Vixen 3:05 Sals The Sun, Templegate -31.26 Sergio Leone 5:25 Kemp Western Morning News, West Tip -31.3 Golden Birthday 7:25 Kemp Racing UK, The Score -31.76 Clem Fandango 5:10 Muss Daily Record, Garry Owen -33.16 Precious Angel 6:25 Kemp attheraces.com, Lawrence Taylor -34.5 Holiday Girl 3:45 Wind Shropshire Star, Andy Morris -40.31 Madam Lilibet 3:25 Pont Weekender, Paul Kealy -40.58 Ravenhoe 3:55 Pont Irish Post, Karl Hedley -40.94 Mabs Cross 5:10 Muss Daily Post, Mercury -41.46 Buffer Zone 5:55 Kemp Racing Post, Lambourn -48.33 Topmeup 3:05 Sals Daily Mirror, Newsboy -49.7 George William 4:05 Sals Gloucestershire Echo, Melissa Jones -52.42 African Blessing 6:25 Kemp The Press, York, Ebor -72.54 Reaver 4:45 Wind Oxford Mail, Mark Edwards -74.22
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Post by Kimmy on Oct 9, 2017 6:11:40 GMT
Newmarket: David Milnes
Robbie Roo Roo (3.05 Salisbury, nap)
Rated 8lb lower on turf than the all-weather, Ilka Gansera-Leveque's sprinter likes soft ground and has thrived at home since his most recent win at Kempton.
Others to follow Pontefract: 1.55 Hemingway, 2.55 Me Too Nagasaki, 3.55 Roman De Brut, 4.25 Mirimar, 5.00 Graphite. Salisbury: 2.05 Elusive Sgow, 4.05 Global Applause, 4.35 Flood Defence Windsor: 3.15 Delsheer, 4.15 Zamfir, 4.45 Alamaratalyoum, 5.45 Arcanista. Musselburgh: 5.10 Cosmopolitan Girl.
7/2 Robbie Roo Roo 3:05 Salisbury Buffer Zone (5.55 Kempton)
Has produced two promising performances and would have finished closer last time with a clear run. Well regarded by the Roger Charlton team and this looks his easiest opportunity so far.
Others to follow Kempton: 4.55 Ortiz, 5.25 Go Roo. Pontefract: 2.55 The Grape Escape, 5.00 Munthany. Salisbury: 4.05 George William. Windsor: 2.15 Shaherezada, 4.15 Giveaway Glance.
5/4 Buffer Zone 5:55 Kempton (AW) North: Colin Russell
Pioneering (3.55 Pontefract, nap)
Has really come to himself this autumn and was an impressive winner at Beverley last time. Facing a stiffer task here but conditions suit and is fancied to complete the hat-trick.
Others to follow Kempton: 5.25 Knockout Blues, 7.25 Sennockian Star, 7.55 Fine Example, 8.25 Highly Sprung. Musselburgh: 3.10 Canadian George, 3.40 Economic Crisis, 4.10 Schmooze, 4.40 Sophie P, 5.10 Clem Fandango, 5.40 Melrose Girl, 6.10 Jack Blane. Pontefract: 1.55 Austrian School, 2.25 Rastacap, 2.55 Heatongrad, 3.25 Transpennine Star, 4.25 Snookering, 5.00 Bombay. Windsor: 2.15 Go Now Go Now.
9/2 Pioneering 3:55 Pontefract West Country: Tim Mitchell
Golden Birthday (7.25 Kempton, nap)
Useful 147-rated hurdler who looked every bit as good when making a successful debut on the Flat last month. Fancied to take all the beating now tackling handicaps off a fair opening mark.
Others to follow Windsor: 5.15 Nutini, 5.45 Concur.
5/2 Golden Birthday 7:25 Kempton (AW) Racing Post Ratings: Simon Turner
Pioneering (3.55 Pontefract)
Godolphin cast-off who is clearly getting his act together now after recording back-to-back wins at Beverley. Travelled like he will do better again last time and looks sure to go well.
9/2 Pioneering 3:55 Pontefract Topspeed: Dave Edwards
Muntadab (4.40 Musselburgh)
Not disgraced over a mile in his hat-trick bid at Haydock recently, Roger Fell's five-year-old can return to winning ways over this furlong shorter trip.
6/1 Muntadab 4:40 Musselburgh Longshot: Ed Quigley
Lady Of Yue (3.25 Pontefract)
Hasn't won since 2014, but will enjoy underfoot conditions and won on her only previous visit to the track.
11/1 Lady Of Yue 3:25 Pontefract
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Post by Kimmy on Oct 9, 2017 6:12:42 GMT
Sir Mark Prescott is four from 14 (29 per cent strike-rate) with horses having their first run for him after switching from another yard. Exit Europe fits that criteria in the 7.55 at Kempton.
Roger Varian is the leading trainer at Windsor with 33 winners from 104 runners, a 32 per cent strike-rate. He saddles Profound in the 3.15.
Richard Whitaker and Lewis Edmunds have individual strike-rates of 17 and 28 per cent at Pontefract. That rises to 63 per cent when they combine. They team up with Dicktation (1.55) and Totally Magic (3.55).
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Post by Kimmy on Oct 9, 2017 6:14:08 GMT
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Post by Kimmy on Oct 9, 2017 6:14:42 GMT
KEMPTON Robin Goodfellow 4.55 Ortiz 5.25 Society Prince 5.55 Mzoon 6.25 Choral Clan 6.55 Secret Soul 7.25 Banish 7.55 Newstead Abbey 8.25 Born To Finish Gimcrack 4.55 Dragon Tattoo 5.25 Society Prince 5.55 Master Poet 6.25 Isstoora 6.55 Glassalt 7.25 Mobbhij 7.55 Daring Guest 8.25 Himself MUSSELBURGH Robin Goodfellow 3.10 Han Solo Berger 3.40 Economic Crisis 4.10 Royal Icon 4.40 Sophie P (nap) 5.10 The Wagon Wheel 5.40 Melrose Girl 6.10 My Girl Maisi Gimcrack 3.10 Han Solo Berger 3.40 Pavers Pride 4.10 Royal Icon 4.40 Rousayan 5.10 The Wagon Wheel (nb) 5.40 Quiet Moment 6.10 Harbour Patrol EPSOM DOWNS Robin Goodfellow 2.05 Powerful Society 2.40 Chica De La Noche 3.15 Compas Scoobie 3.50 C’est No Mour 4.20 Midterm 4.55 Innocent Touch (nb) 5.25 Lord Clenaghcastle Gimcrack 2.05 Make Good 2.40 Summerghand 3.15 Midnight Malibu 3.50 C’est No Mour 4.20 Mount Logan (nb) 4.55 Innocent Touch (nap) 5.25 Dubai’s Secret PONTEFRACT Robin Goodfellow 1.55 Austrian School 2.25 Camacho Chief 2.55 Mushaireb 3.25 La Fritillaire (nb) 3.55 Pioneering 4.25 Mirimar 5.00 Munthany Gimcrack 1.55 Eyecatcher 2.25 Rastacap 2.55 Made Of Honour 3.25 Riptide 3.55 Pioneering 4.25 Mirimar 5.00 Bombay SALISBURY Robin Goodfellow 2.05 Beyond Equal 2.35 Red Starlight 3.05 Intimately 3.35 Edge 4.05 George William 4.35 Flood Defence 5.05 Lustrous Light Gimcrack 2.05 Lamb Chop 2.35 Red Starlight 3.05 Topmeup 3.35 Edge 4.05 Global Applause (nap) 4.35 Poseidon 5.05 Moabit WINDSOR Robin Goodfellow 2.15 Simpson 2.45 Prerogative 3.15 Mythological 3.45 Holiday Girl 4.15 Lawless Secret 4.45 Reaver 5.15 The Hooded Claw 5.45 Cruise Tothelimit Gimcrack 2.15 Paint 2.45 Born To Please 3.15 Low Profile 3.45 Holiday Girl 4.15 Lawless Secret 4.45 Manchego 5.15 Nutini 5.45 Multi Quest Read more: www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/racing/article-4960964/Robin-Goodfellow-s-racing-tips-Bets-Monday-October-9.html#ixzz4uzNBra1j Follow us: @mailonline on Twitter | DailyMail on Facebook
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Post by dennisg on Oct 9, 2017 6:31:41 GMT
in today's sporting life............. One Jump Ahead author and Racing UK analyst Mark Howard provides us with five jumpers to follow this National Hunt season. APPLE’S SHAKIRA - NICKY HENDERSON Five times Grade 1 winner Apple’s Jade started her career with Emmanuel Clayeux and was a winner on her hurdles debut at Vichy in May 2015. Her full-sister Apple's Shakira won the same event by eight and a half lengths two years later for the same connections. Subsequently bought for a small fortune by J P McManus, the daughter of Saddler Maker is now residing at Seven Barrows in Lambourn and, all being well, will bid to provide her new owner with his third consecutive win in the Triumph Hurdle and Nicky Henderson’s seventh. She could be a very smart juvenile hurdler this winter. DESTIN D'AJONC - GORDON ELLIOTT McManus also shelled out a handsome sum for another potentially top-class recruit from France in Destin D'Ajonc. Fourth in a 12-furlong Flat race in August last year, he successfully switched codes for Yannick Fouin and ran out a hugely impressive 10-length winner of the Prix Pride of Kildare, a conditions hurdle at Auteuil a couple of months later. The second and third have won since. The champion owner stepped in soon afterwards and the four-year-old has joined Gordon Elliott. Conditions hurdles will presumably be on his agenda this season before embarking on a chasing career next Autumn. He may not be a household name at present but expect that to change in the near future. JERRYSBACK - PHILIP HOBBS A minor cut below his knee prevented Jerrysback from running at either Cheltenham or Aintree but he remains a terrific prospect for Philip Hobbs. Despite only winning one of his four Irish points, he sauntered to novice hurdle wins at Plumpton and Wetherby before injury intervened. The handicapper has granted him a mark of 139 and it will be interesting to see if he is targeted at something like the Silver Trophy at Chepstow on Saturday week. Potentially well treated, he can win a good handicap or two over hurdles before sent chasing. Either way, the Jeremy gelding is one to watch out for. View image on Twitter View image on Twitter Follow Racing UK ✔@racing_UK Fabulous start to the action at Ascot as Beyond Conceit (5-2) edges out Topofthegame (7-4) and De Dollar Man (14-1). 2:24 PM - Feb 18, 2017 2 2 Replies 7 7 Retweets 13 13 likes Twitter Ads info and privacy STAY HUMBLE - WILLIE MULLINS Willie Mullins acquired any number of ex-pointers during the spring/summer including the unbeaten Stay Humble. Trained to win his point by Pat Doyle, the Beat Hollow gelding was a five lengths winner at Ballynoe in early April and was snapped up on behalf of Andrea and Graham Wylie. He reportedly impressed in the jumping department and demonstrated a high cruising speed in the process and is likely to be sent down the bumper route this campaign. Ireland’s champion trainer has already won the Festival bumper at Cheltenham on a record breaking eight occasions and he may have another prime candidate for the 2018 version. TOPOFTHEGAME - PAUL NICHOLLS Topofthegame was included in this feature 12 months ago and Paul Nicholls’ former Irish pointer developed into a 139 rated novice hurdler. However, the giant son of Flemensfirth is expected to excel over fences this term and make a high-class novice chaser. Purchased for £120,000 having won his sole point across the water, he was a narrow scorer at Ascot last December on his Rules debut before running creditably in Graded company at Cheltenham’s Trials meeting. Outsprinted after the last by subsequent Grade 1 runner-up Beyond Conceit at Ascot in mid February, he swerved the spring Festivals with his future in mind. Built and bred for the larger obstacles, the five year old is an exciting prospect who will relish the step up to three miles. Mark Howard, author of One Jump Ahead & Racing UK.
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Post by dennisg on Oct 9, 2017 6:33:27 GMT
The Wagon Wheel can gain that all-important first Listed success in the EBF Musselburgh Fillies' Sprint Stakes at the Scottish venue. Trainer Richard Fahey must have been slightly frustrated following her recent Beverley third at this level as The Wagon Wheel was at the back and struggling at one point before finding plenty in the finish to be beaten just a length and a quarter. Take Cover and Final Venture proved too good that day, but the merits of those two established performers are well known and there was little disgrace in The Wagon Wheel's effort. Having previously finished well behind stablemate Queen Kindly at Pontefract, The Wagon Wheel's Westwood run shows she is certainly worth another try at this level and while this appears a competitive enough heat, the daughter of Acclamation can continue on an upward curve. 9 1 The Wagon Wheelb37 39-0OR: 98D 4/1 Form: 921903T: R A FaheyJ: P Hanagan Last run Global Applause will be having just his second run of the year in the British Stallion Studs EBF Bathwick Tyres Conditions Stakes, but it would be dangerous to ignore him at Salisbury. Ed Dunlop's runner enjoyed an exceptional two-year-old campaign in 2016, beating top juvenile Mehmas when winning the National Stakes at Sandown before finishing a creditable fifth in the Norfolk at Royal Ascot. He also hit the frame in Group company at Glorious Goodwood and York's Ebor meeting before being beaten just under three lengths to leading sprinter Harry Angel in the Mill Reef on his final start of the year. Global Applause was then off the track until August this year, when he made a decent return against older horses in a conditions heat at Doncaster. Third of four behind Gifted Master, the Mayson colt deserved plenty of credit and the run certainly showed he has trained on again this term. He has a handy pull in the weights based on ratings and while seven furlongs is new ground, Global Applause looks game for the challenge. 2 5 Global Applause65 39-0OR: 103 9/4 Form: 53483-3T: E A L DunlopJ: Fran Berry Last run Made Of Honour turned in a thoroughly lacklustre performance last time but should be given chance to redeem herself in the Leslie Burton (Fisher) Handicap at Pontefract. She lost her maiden tag at the third attempt at Ayr in May but did not turn out again until the beginning of last month when she cut no ice at all on her handicap debut. A mark of 78 certainly did not appear to be pitching too high so it is probably best to put a line through that effort and hope for better on the step up to a mile here. Mobbhij never looked like winning at Newcastle last time but should not be forgotten in the Matchbook VIP Handicap at Kempton. Sporting Life suggestions : 4.55 Dragon Tattoo, 5.25 Society Prince, 5.55 Master Poet, 6.25 Isstoora, 6.55 Glassalt, 7.25 Mobbhij, 7.55 Daring Guest, 8.25 Himself. : 3.10 Han Solo Berger, 3.40 Pavers Pride, 4.10 Royal Icon, 4.40 Rousayan, 5.10 The Wagon Wheel, 5.40 Quiet Moment, 6.10 Harbour Patrol. : 1.55 Eyecatcher, 2.25 Rastacap, 2.55 Made Of Honour, 3.25 Riptide, 3.55 Pioneering, 4.25 Mirimar, 5.00 Bombay. : 2.05 Lamb Chop, 2.35 Red Starlight, 3.05 Topmeup, 3.35 Edge, 4.05 GLOBAL APPLAUSE (NAP), 4.35 Poseidon, 5.05 Moabit. : 2.15 Paint, 2.45 Born To Please, 3.15 Low Profile, 3.45 Holiday Girl, 4.15 Lawless Secret, 4.45 Manchego, 5.15 Nutini, 5.45 Multi Quest. DOUBLE: Global Applause and The Wagon Wheel
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Post by dennisg on Oct 9, 2017 6:35:20 GMT
Grand National-winning jockey Derek Fox was taken to Borders General Hospital after briefly being knocked unconscious at Kelso. Fox was riding Justantenner for Barry Murtagh in the first division of the Double Five Whitburn Handicap Hurdle, when falling at the third flight. Clerk of the course Anthea Morshead, said: "He's going to Borders General for a check-up. He was briefly knocked unconscious, but by the time he went to hospital he was talking. "Obviously it is in everyone's interests for him to go and get checked out." Fox partnered the Lucinda Russell-trained One For Arthur to glory at Aintree in April and the eight-year-old was favourite to repeat the feat next year, before being ruled for the season with a tendon injury a few days ago.
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Post by dennisg on Oct 9, 2017 6:37:02 GMT
There was a sad outcome to the Maurice Power Solicitors Hurdle at Limerick, where Grade One winner and Triumph Hurdle runner-up Mega Fortune suffered a fatal fall at the second-last. Gordon Elliott's 1/7 favourite was on the way to a straightforward success and his departure left the way clear for Balakani (8/1) to come home well clear of the only other starter, Penneys Hun. Winning trainer Mouse Morris said: "That's racing, unfortunately, and I had plenty of it (bad luck) myself last year. "He's going to be a grand fellow to go chasing and we'll have plenty fun with him. He wants a trip, but he's only four and we'll tip away in another winners' race next, although I might not delay too long hurdling." Mega Fortune landed the Spring Juvenile Hurdle at Leopardstown in February, before finding only Defi Du Seuil too good at Cheltenham in March.
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Post by Kimmy on Oct 9, 2017 16:56:48 GMT
Scoop6 Results for 7th October 2017 Win Fund: No Winner - £80,254 rolled over to next time Place Fund: There were 375 correct selections each winning £55.60
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Post by Kimmy on Oct 9, 2017 17:47:38 GMT
Grand National-winning jockey Derek Fox is set for a short spell on the sidelines after being knocked unconscious at Kelso on Sunday.
Fox was riding Justantenner for Barry Murtagh in the first division of the Double Five Whitburn Handicap Hurdle, when falling at the third flight.
He was taken to Borders General Hospital for further assessment, but has escaped serious injury.
Fox said: "I had to get my head scanned but everything was fine and they let me out last night.
"I'm grand this morning. I've got concussion and won't be able to have a concussion test for at least seven days. Hopefully I'll pass the test no bother next week.
"It could have been a lot worse and hopefully I'll be back in the saddle very shortly."
Fox partnered the Lucinda Russell-trained One For Arthur to glory at Aintree in April and the eight-year-old was favourite to repeat the feat next year, before being ruled for the season with a tendon injury a few days ago.
"It was very disappointing news and it's a big blow," Fox added.
"Hopefully we can nurse him back to health and he'll be back next season.
"Lucinda has plenty of nice horses, including a lot of young horses, and hopefully one or two of them aren't too bad.
"There's plenty to look forward to, hopefully."
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Post by Kimmy on Oct 9, 2017 17:49:14 GMT
Pontefract, 09 Oct 17 Race 2 - 2:25pm THE DEM WINDOW SOLUTIONS EBF NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Following the race, Harrison Shaw reported that FEEBS, unplaced, hung right throughout.
Race 3 - 2:55pm THE LESLIE BURTON (FISHER) HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Enquiry Complete - Placings Altered.
Permission was given for AREEN HEART (FR) to be mounted in the chute and to go early to post.
The Clerk of the Scales objected to AREEN HEART (FR), placed third, on the grounds that Phillip Makin weighed in at 9 stone 5lbs, having weighed out at 9 stone 7lbs. The Clerk of the Scales, Phillip Makin and the representative of David O’Meara were interviewed. As no explanation for the weight difference could be established, Makin was suspended for 2 days and David O’Meara was fined. AREEN HEART (FR) was disqualified and the placings were revised as follows: first; THE GREAT ESCAPE (IRE), second; ME TOO NAGASAKI (IRE), third; MUSHAIREB, fourth; HEATONGRAD (IRE), fifth; OUR CHARLIE BROWN, and sixth; SHAMROKH (IRE).
Following the race, Jack Garritty reported that MUSHAIREB, placed third, was denied a clear run approaching 1½ furlongs out.
Race 4 - 3:25pm THE RACING UK HD BLUFF COVE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (Round 7 of The Pontefract Stayers 2017) The performance of TRANSPENNINE STAR, which started favourite and finished unplaced, was considered. The trainer’s representative explained that the gelding was unsuited by being left with an uncontested lead due to the slow early pace.
Race 5 - 3:55pm THE NAPOLEONS CASINO BRADFORD HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for KIWI BAY to go early to post.
Following the race, Tony Hamilton reported that THE EAGLE’S NEST (IRE), placed fourth, was denied a clear run turning into the home straight, having had to drop in from a wide draw. The representative of Peter Chapple-Hyam reported that WORKING CLASS, unplaced, was unable to get a prominent position having been drawn wide.
Race 6 - 4:25pm THE RACING UK CLUB DAY 23rd OCTOBER HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for DUKE’S GIRL to wear a hood in the Parade Ring and for SNOOKERED (IRE) to go early to post.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that DUKE’S GIRL, placed second, lost its right fore shoe and LITTLE JO, unplaced, lost its left fore shoe.
Race 7 - 5:00pm THE BUY YOUR 2018 ANNUAL BADGE TODAY MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) Jason Ward was fined as the record of vaccinations in the passport of BITTERSWEET (IRE) did not comply with the Rules of Racing.
Following the race, Ben Robinson reported that SOLDIER BLUE (FR), unplaced, hung right throughout. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding during routine testing failed to reveal any abnormalities. View Stewards report Windsor, 09 Oct 17 Race 1 - 2:15pm THE WINDSOR VEHICLE LEASING NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Inside the final furlong P.J. McDonald, the rider of GO NOW GO NOW (IRE), placed fourth, struck SIMPSON (IRE), placed third, once over the nose with the whip but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was considered to be accidental.
Again, Inside the final furlong the winner, MOTOWN MICK (IRE) edged left-handed as SIMPSON (IRE) was making his run, causing the latter to have to be checked, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Following the race William Carson reported that LIVINGSTONES QUEST (IRE), unplaced, lugged left-handed.
Race 2 - 2:45pm THE FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR HERE ON 4th NOVEMBER CLAIMING STAKES (CLASS 6) Following the race John Egan reported that OUTBACK BLUE, placed third, was slowly away.
Race 3 - 3:15pm THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) Following the race Robert Winston reported that CANDIDATE (IRE), placed fourth, hung right-handed. Robert Havlin reported that MYTHOLOGICAL (IRE), unplaced, cocked its jaw on the bend and hung sharply left-handed and Dougie Costello reported that WHITE FEATHER, unplaced, ran too freely in the early stages.
Race 4 - 3:45pm THE KALTENBERG MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for OUR OYSTERCATCHER and SPITFIRE LIMITED to go early to post.
Paddy Bradley, the rider of AKUNA MATTATTA (IRE) was unseated just after the stalls opened when the gelding ducked sharply left-handed. The rider was interviewed and shown recordings of the incident. It was found that no other horse or rider was involved.
Tom Queally, the rider of HOLIDAY GIRL, placed second, was suspended for 2 days for using his whip above the permitted level inside the final two furlongs.
Following the race Robert Winston reported that VAL'S MAGIC TOUCH, unplaced, hung left-handed.
Race 5 - 4:15pm THE KONIG LUDWIG HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Following the race William Buick reported that ZAMFIR, unplaced, was never travelling. The representative of Charlie Appleby could offer no explanation for the colt’s performance.
Race 7 - 5:15pm THE PRINCE LUITPOLD AMATEUR RIDERS' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV I) The Starter reported that DOCTOR PARKES, trained by Natalie Lloyd-Beavis refused to enter the starting stalls and was withdrawn. The trainer was informed that the gelding could not run until the day after passing a stalls test. As it was the second occasion within the previous 12 months that DOCTOR PARKES had been reported, a further report within the same period would mean the colt would be prevented from having a stalls test for 6 months.
Following the race Mr P. Millman reported that SWEET PURSUIT, unplaced, got upset in the stalls and was slowly away.
Race 8 - 5:45pm THE PRINCE LUITPOLD AMATEUR RIDERS' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV II) Following the race Mr P. Millman reported that CONCUR (IRE), unplaced, was never travelling and Ian Williams reported that CAPTAIN SUE (IRE), unplaced, was slowly away. View Stewards report Salisbury, 09 Oct 17 Race 2 - 2:35pm THE BYERLEY STUD EBF FILLIES' NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (PLUS 10 RACE) Permission was given for DREAM OF CAMELOT (IRE) to go early to post.
An enquiry was held to consider interference inside the final half furlong when TEENAGE GAL (IRE), placed second, ridden by Fran Berry, and GIFT OF HERA, unplaced, ridden by Martin Dwyer, had interfered with DREAM OF CAMELOT (IRE), placed third, ridden by Shane Kelly. The riders were interviewed and shown recordings of the incident. The interference was found to be accidental as when DREAM OF CAMELOT (IRE) went for a legitimate gap between TEENAGE GAL (IRE) and GIFT OF HERA, TEENAGE GAL (IRE) drifted slightly right-handed at the same time as GIFT OF HERA drifted slightly left-handed, causing DREAM OF CAMELOT (IRE) to be short of room.
Following the race, Josephine Gordon reported that HIGH SEAS (IRE), placed fourth, was slowly away. The Veterinary Officer reported that the winner, CAIYA, had bled from the nose.
Race 3 - 3:05pm THE BATHWICK TYRES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV I) Following the race, George Wood reported that INTIMATELY, unplaced, was slowly away.
Race 4 - 3:35pm THE BATHWICK TYRES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV II) An enquiry was held into why one of the starting stalls had opened while the load was taking place prior to this race. Tom Marquand, the rider of KAABER (USA), which was reloaded in the stalls and finished unplaced, and the Starter were interviewed and shown recordings of the incident. Marquand’s explanation that on entering stall 1, KAABER (USA) had brushed the front of the stall causing it to open, was noted.
Race 5 - 4:05pm THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF BATHWICK TYRES CONDITIONS STAKES (CLASS 3) Permission was given for GEORGE WILLIAM to wear a hood in the Parade Ring and go early to post.
Race 6 - 4:35pm THE bathwickcarandvanhire.co.uk HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Prior to this race, the representative of William Knight, the trainer of UNIT OF ASSESSMENT (IRE), was asked to explain why he was running the gelding here at Salisbury on going described as Soft, Good to Soft in places, after his representative had reported that UNIT OF ASSESSMENT (IRE) would prefer a sounder surface following its run at Bath on 23 August 2017 when the official going was Good, Good to Soft in places. They noted the trainer’s representative’s explanation that with hindsight the poor run at Bath was likely to have been caused by the gelding being struck over the head by another rider’s whip rather than the going.
Inside the final 2 furlongs, FUNKY FOOTSTEPS (IRE), unplaced, edged slightly right-handed, causing the rider of TAKE A TURN (IRE), unplaced, to take a precautionary check, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Following the race, Martin Dwyer reported that TAKE A TURN (IRE), unplaced, was denied a clear run. The Veterinary Officer reported that DAILY TRADER, placed third, lost its right hind shoe. View Stewards report Kempton Park, 09 Oct 17 Race 1 - 4:55pm THE WATCH RACING UK ON THE GO FILLIES' NOVICE AUCTION STAKES (CLASS 6) A furlong after the start of the race, TROUBLE AND STRIFE (IRE), unplaced, hung right-handed interfering with DRAGON TATTOO (IRE), unplaced, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
A furlong and a half out, AINNE, unplaced, hung left-handed causing Kieren Fox the rider of FREE TALKIN, unplaced, to have to switch, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Following the race, Hollie Doyle reported that ORTIZ, placed second, hung left-handed on the bend, Josephine Gordon reported that DRAGON TATTOO (IRE), unplaced, missed the break, Dougie Costello reported that LAYTOWN (IRE), placed fourth, ran green on the bend and Luke Morris reported that TROUBLE AND STRIFE (IRE), unplaced, ran green in the early stages.
Race 2 - 5:25pm THE MATCHBOOK CASINO NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (DIV I) Following the race, Paddy Bradley reported that PRINCE ROCK (IRE), unplaced, was slowly away and Jamie Spencer reported that WALK ON WALTER (IRE), placed fourth, hung badly left-handed.
Race 3 - 5:55pm THE MATCHBOOK CASINO NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (DIV II) Permission was given for MZOON (IRE) to be mounted on the chute.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that MASTER POET, unplaced, lost its right fore shoe.
Race 4 - 6:25pm THE MATCHBOOK BETTING PODCAST HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Following the race, Charlie Bennett reported that SCRIBNER CREEK (IRE), unplaced, got upset in the stalls. View Stewards report Musselburgh, 09 Oct 17 Race 1 - 3:10pm THE ALL-NEW racinguk.com NOVICE AUCTION STAKES (CLASS 6) Adam McNamara, the rider of TOMMY SHELBY (FR), placed third, had appeared to ease his mount shortly before the winning post. After being interviewed and shown recordings of the incident, McNamara’s explanation was noted, that the distance he was beaten, a nose, was lessened by the fact that SOUTHPARK, placed second, ridden by Paul Hanagan had hung right causing its rider to stop riding and he was concerned he was going to be short of room. He added that he had only eased for the final stride, losing no momentum and in his opinion had obtained the best possible placing.
Following the race Paul Hanagan reported that SOUTHPARK, placed second, hung both ways.
Race 2 - 3:40pm THE WISE BETTING AT racinguk.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for GROUNDWORKER (IRE) and ECONOMIC CRISIS (IRE) to go early to post.
The winner, KNOCKAMANY BENDS (IRE), appeared to show improved form, compared with its previous run at Carlisle on 18 September 2017 where the gelding finished ninth of eleven, beaten by 17 lengths on heavy ground. John Wainwright’s explanation that the gelding was better suited by a return to Good to Soft ground was noted. KNOCKAMANY BENDS (IRE) was routine tested.
Following the race, Adam McNamara reported that COMPTON RIVER, unplaced, had reared as the stalls opened. Jamie Gormley reported that LUV U ALWAYS, unplaced, hung right-handed under pressure in the final furlong. Jason Hart reported that PAVERS PRIDE, unplaced, hung right-handed in the final 2½ furlongs
Race 3 - 4:10pm THE BET AT racinguk.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for SAKHALIN STAR (IRE) and ROYAL ICON to go early to post.
Following the race, Iain Jardine reported that TOGETHERWECAN (IRE), unplaced, had a breathing problem.
Race 4 - 4:40pm THE ISN'T IT WISER TO BET AT racinguk.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination during routine testing revealed DARK PROFIT (IRE), unplaced, trained by Keith Dalgleish, was lame right fore.
An enquiry was held to consider two incidents of interference. In the first instance, shortly after leaving the starting stalls, when ROUSAYAN (IRE), placed second, ridden by Patrick Vaughan edged right interfering with SAKHEE’S RETURN, placed fourth, ridden by David Allan. Being a 7lb claimer Vaughan was accompanied by David Nolan.The riders were interviewed and shown recordings of the incident. Vaughan was cautioned for careless riding as he allowed his mount to drift right without sufficient correction, causing the rider of SAKHEE’S RETURN to be taken off his intended line.
In the second incident, inside the first furlong, ROUSAYAN (IRE) caused ROCK N ROLLA (IRE), unplaced, ridden by Andrew Mullen to be checked. The interference was found to be accidental in that SAKHEE’S RETURN had lugged quickly to the right.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination during routine testing revealed DARK PROFIT (IRE), unplaced, trained by Keith Dalgleish, was lame right fore.
Race 5 - 5:10pm THE EBF MUSSELBURGH FILLIES' SPRINT STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) (Registered as the Arran Stakes) Permission was given for THESME to go early to post.
The Starter reported that Andrew Mullen, the rider of INTENSE ROMANCE (IRE) had originally entered the wrong stall. The rider and Starter were interviewed and shown recordings of the incident. The rider was cautioned.
An enquiry was held to consider interference shortly after the start when GLENROWAN ROSE (IRE), placed third, ridden by Connor Beasley, caused interference to CLEM FANDANGO (FR), placed second, ridden by Joe Fanning which in turn interfered with COSMOPOLITAN GIRL (IRE), placed fifth, ridden by James Sullivan. The riders were interviewed and shown recordings of the incident. Beasley was suspended for 3 days for careless riding as he edged his mount left towards the stands rail when insufficiently clear, causing the riders of CLEM FANDANGO (FR) and COSMOPOLITAN GIRL (IRE) to ease.
Approaching the final furlong, the winner, MABS CROSS takes off the heels of COSMOPOLITAN GIRL (IRE), placed fifth, giving THE WAGON WHEEL (IRE), unplaced, a slight bump, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved and that it had not improved the placing of MABS CROSS.
Race 6 - 5:40pm THE GET DAILY TIPS AT racinguk.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV I) Permission was given for MELANIEMILLE to be mounted in the chute and TELLOVOI (IRE) wore earplugs which were removed at the start.
The winner, LET RIGHT BE DONE, appeared to show improved form, compared with its previous run at Ayr on 3 October 2017 where the gelding finished eighth of ten, beaten 8 lengths. It was noted that the Linda Perratt could offer no explanation for the gelding’s improved form. LET RIGHT BE DONE was routine tested.
Andrew Mullen, the rider of the winner, LET RIGHT BE DONE, was suspended for 2 days for using his whip above the permitted level from 1½ furlongs out.
Race 7 - 6:10pm THE GET DAILY TIPS AT racinguk.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV II) Permission was given for MY GIRL MAISIE (IRE), BOOGIE BABE and JACK BLANE to go early to post.
The Veterinary Officer had reported that Jordan Dorward, an employee of Keith Dalgleish, had acted improperly in that he had struck JACK BLANE with his hand and had jabbed the gelding with the reins. Jordan Dorward was fined.
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Post by dennisg on Oct 10, 2017 6:27:42 GMT
in today's sporting life.............. Frankie Dettori has spoken of his delight at the news his "filly of a lifetime" Enable will stay in training next season. John Gosden's filly has enjoyed a fantastic three-year-old campaign, winning the English, Irish and Yorkshire Oaks, as well as producing spectacular performances to beat the boys in the King George at Ascot and, most recently, the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe at Chantilly. In the immediate aftermath of her French victory Gosden was keen on the idea of the daughter of Nathaniel staying in training and after deliberating for a week, owner Khalid Abdullah has confirmed she will press on in 2018, with a second Arc bid at a renovated Longchamp high on the agenda. A statement issued by Abdullah's Juddmonte Farms read: "Prince Khalid bin Abdullah is pleased to announce that Enable will stay in training for 2018. "Her racing programme will be decided in the New Year, but the defence of the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe will be high in consideration." Dettori has partnered Enable to each of her six triumphs this season and is relishing the prospect of getting back on board the star filly next year. He said: "I'm very pleased and grateful to Prince Khalid for keeping her in training because, to me, she is a filly of a lifetime. "What she has achieved this year has been nothing short of sensational. I'm looking forward to having her back next year so we can have another crack at going for the Arc and all the other big races. "She is the best filly I have ridden. She won five Group Ones, including two Classics, and she didn't just win them, she won them amazingly. "I think the racing fans will look forward to seeing her race next year, including me, as I'm her biggest fan. "I didn't have to say very much. John Gosden knows the filly better than I do and he spoke to Prince Khalid and came to the decision."
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Post by dennisg on Oct 10, 2017 6:29:22 GMT
One Jump Ahead author and Racing UK analyst Mark Howard provides us with five jumpers to follow this National Hunt season. APPLE’S SHAKIRA - NICKY HENDERSON Five times Grade 1 winner Apple’s Jade started her career with Emmanuel Clayeux and was a winner on her hurdles debut at Vichy in May 2015. Her full-sister Apple's Shakira won the same event by eight and a half lengths two years later for the same connections. Subsequently bought for a small fortune by J P McManus, the daughter of Saddler Maker is now residing at Seven Barrows in Lambourn and, all being well, will bid to provide her new owner with his third consecutive win in the Triumph Hurdle and Nicky Henderson’s seventh. She could be a very smart juvenile hurdler this winter. DESTIN D'AJONC - GORDON ELLIOTT McManus also shelled out a handsome sum for another potentially top-class recruit from France in Destin D'Ajonc. Fourth in a 12-furlong Flat race in August last year, he successfully switched codes for Yannick Fouin and ran out a hugely impressive 10-length winner of the Prix Pride of Kildare, a conditions hurdle at Auteuil a couple of months later. The second and third have won since. The champion owner stepped in soon afterwards and the four-year-old has joined Gordon Elliott. Conditions hurdles will presumably be on his agenda this season before embarking on a chasing career next Autumn. He may not be a household name at present but expect that to change in the near future. JERRYSBACK - PHILIP HOBBS A minor cut below his knee prevented Jerrysback from running at either Cheltenham or Aintree but he remains a terrific prospect for Philip Hobbs. Despite only winning one of his four Irish points, he sauntered to novice hurdle wins at Plumpton and Wetherby before injury intervened. The handicapper has granted him a mark of 139 and it will be interesting to see if he is targeted at something like the Silver Trophy at Chepstow on Saturday week. Potentially well treated, he can win a good handicap or two over hurdles before sent chasing. Either way, the Jeremy gelding is one to watch out for. View image on Twitter View image on Twitter Follow Racing UK ✔@racing_UK Fabulous start to the action at Ascot as Beyond Conceit (5-2) edges out Topofthegame (7-4) and De Dollar Man (14-1). 2:24 PM - Feb 18, 2017 2 2 Replies 7 7 Retweets 13 13 likes Twitter Ads info and privacy STAY HUMBLE - WILLIE MULLINS Willie Mullins acquired any number of ex-pointers during the spring/summer including the unbeaten Stay Humble. Trained to win his point by Pat Doyle, the Beat Hollow gelding was a five lengths winner at Ballynoe in early April and was snapped up on behalf of Andrea and Graham Wylie. He reportedly impressed in the jumping department and demonstrated a high cruising speed in the process and is likely to be sent down the bumper route this campaign. Ireland’s champion trainer has already won the Festival bumper at Cheltenham on a record breaking eight occasions and he may have another prime candidate for the 2018 version. TOPOFTHEGAME - PAUL NICHOLLS Topofthegame was included in this feature 12 months ago and Paul Nicholls’ former Irish pointer developed into a 139 rated novice hurdler. However, the giant son of Flemensfirth is expected to excel over fences this term and make a high-class novice chaser. Purchased for £120,000 having won his sole point across the water, he was a narrow scorer at Ascot last December on his Rules debut before running creditably in Graded company at Cheltenham’s Trials meeting. Outsprinted after the last by subsequent Grade 1 runner-up Beyond Conceit at Ascot in mid February, he swerved the spring Festivals with his future in mind. Built and bred for the larger obstacles, the five year old is an exciting prospect who will relish the step up to three miles. Mark Howard, author of One Jump Ahead & Racing UK.
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Post by dennisg on Oct 10, 2017 6:31:34 GMT
Ian Williams will rely on dual-purpose performers London Prize and Byron Flyer to give him a first success in the Betfred Cesarewitch at Newmarket on Saturday. The Alvechurch handler's pair feature among 52 entries that remain in contention to contest the prestigious two-and-a-quarter-mile handicap. Although London Prize has not been seen since winning the Northumberland Vase at Newcastle in July, Williams does not expect the six-year-old's fitness to be an issue. He said: "London Prize will run in the Cesarewitch and Byron Flyer is destined to join him. London Prize has had a holiday and has been freshened up by the break. "He probably had a bit more to do than I anticipated after his break, that is why he didn't go to the Doncaster Cup. I've done plenty of work with him and his preparation has gone well." While Byron Flyer was narrowly denied a first Flat turf victory last time out in an extended mile and three-quarter handicap at Doncaster, when finishing second for the fourth race in succession, Williams believes the step up in trip will be in his favour He added: "Byron Flyer ran well at Doncaster and gets in off a handy enough mark. I am sure he will appreciate a step up in trip. He has been very consistent. "There is no question about his attitude and he deserves to win a race. It would be nice if it is this one." Ante-post favourite John Constable and Cape Caster represent Evan Williams, while Hughie Morrison, who won the race 12 months ago with Sweet Selection, is responsible for Fun Mac, Star Rider and Aurora Gray. Willie Mullins is another chasing a first victory in the race and has left in Laws Of Spin, Digeanta, Lagostovegas and King Of The Picts. Other notable contenders include the Charlie Fellowes-trained Endless Acres and Who Dares Wins, who is one of four possibles for Alan King alongside First Mohican, Oceane and Couer De Lion. Both Who Dares Wins and First Mohican are owned by Henry Ponsonby syndicates and King knows what it takes to win this historic event having saddled Grumeti to lift the prize two years ago and Ponsonby is hopeful that the Wiltshire handler will go close again. "Who Dares Wins is a wonderful horse and his victory in the Betfred Cesarewitch Trial proved that he is still improving," he said. "We were aware that a win there would bring him a four pound penalty for the big race itself, but reasoned that a bird in hand was better than two in the bush. He has been trained with this race as his main target for some time now and will again be ridden by Tom Marquand. "He is very gutsy and is a pleasure for all 12 of his part owners do be involved with – he looked like winning the Ascot Stakes at Royal Ascot for most of the race, and probably would have done if only it had been over Saturday’s trip [two and a quarter miles] rather than two and a half. "First Mohican has been there, done that and got the t-shirt. He will be running in this race for the third straight year and gets the trip really well. In hindsight he was rather unlucky last year as the only horse that beat him [Sweet Selection] was 12 pounds well in and went on to win a Group 3 race. "He goes very well for Hollie Doyle and she will ride him again provided Alan’s other entry, Coeur de Lion, misses out on a place in the field, which looks highly likely. After Royal Ascot the obvious thing to do was to give him a total break and we have brought him back gradually. "I have had him ever since he was trained by Sir Henry Cecil as a two-year-old, and he was Henry’s Epsom Derby horse at one point only to fracture a bone in his knee and miss two entire years." Sky Bet odds: 9/1 John Constable; 10/1 Who Dares Wins; 11/1 Endless Acres; 12/1 Coeur De Lion, Dubawi Fifty, London Prize, Time To Study, Withold; 14s bar.
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Post by dennisg on Oct 10, 2017 6:33:37 GMT
Ben Linfoot's Monday nap won at Pontefract at 10/1. Don't miss his selection at Leicester on Tuesday afternoon. Recommended bet: Ben Linfoot's Daily Nap, October 10 2 8 Donnelly's Rainbow17 410-3OR: 67BFD 9/2 Form: 50-7472T: Rebecca BastimanJ: Ben Robinson Last run Rebecca Bastiman’s horses are in good health at present and her DONNELLY’S RAINBOW could get his first win of the season on the board now conditions have turned in his favour at Leicester on Tuesday. A winner on soft ground on his debut, he hasn’t added to that tally since but travelled really well in conditions that were on the soft side once again at Catterick last time. That performance suggested he would get his next victory on the board sooner rather than later and things could well drop perfectly for him in the Leveret Apprentice Handicap. He’s already one of the best horses in this 51-65, that he’s allowed to race in despite a mark of 67, and his jockey, Ben Robinson, has had one of the more successful season’s out of the riders in the field with 30 victories to his name in 2017. The front-running Reinforced is a threat on his recent form, but he could be vulnerable to a strong traveller in the latter stages and Donnelly’s Rainbow is the one that appeals with the likely testing ground in mind. Racing Post Naps Table running total (up to & including October 9): +1.25pts
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Post by Kimmy on Oct 10, 2017 8:10:00 GMT
Tuesday: going, weather & non-runners Brighton GOING: GOOD TO SOFT (GoingStick 7.0) WEATHER: Cloudy STALLS: 1m 2f & 1m 4f - Outside; Remainder - Centre NON RUNNERS: 2:45 Wilson (1)Pranceabootthetoon (3) 3:45 Sherzy Boy (6) 4:50 Castle Talbot (3) 5:20 Lord E (9) Catterick GOING: GOOD TO SOFT (GoingStick 7.2) WEATHER: Partly cloudy STALLS: 1m 4f - Centre; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 5:10 Robbian (6) Galway GOING: Hurdle course - YIELDING; Chase course - YIELDING TO SOFT WEATHER: Mostly cloudy Leicester GOING: SOFT (GoingStick 4.9) WEATHER: Partly cloudy STALLS: Straight course - Stands' side; Round course - Inside NON RUNNERS: 2:20 Kingwilliamstown (5)Latest Quest (6) 2:55 Percy Prosecco (7) 3:25 Spanish History (7) 5:00 Desperados Destiny (4) Newcastle (AW) GOING: TAPETA: STANDARD WEATHER: Partly cloudy STALLS: Straight course - Centre; 1m 4f - Farside
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Post by Kimmy on Oct 10, 2017 8:11:20 GMT
TODAY'S NAPS TIME CRS TIPSTER LEVEL STAKES Short Work 3:35 Catt Chester Leader, Charlie Croasdale +52.97 Showdance Kid 5:30 Leic Racing Post, RP Ratings +32.6 Firby 6:55 Newc The Times, Rob Wright +24.19 Sumbal 3:55 Leic Morning Star, Farringdon +14.45 The Groove 4:30 Leic Daily Mail, Robin Goodfellow +12.65 Lady Joanna Vassa 5:10 Catt Racing Post, Postdata +11.38 Zamjar 9:00 Newc Racing Post, Spotlight +2.99 Donnelly's Rainbow 5:30 Leic sportinglife.com, Ben Linfoot +1.25 Blakeney Point 3:55 Leic Glasgow Herald, PicksfromthePaddock -1.16 The Major General 3:30 Gway The Irish Sun -5.13 Kilim 5:20 Brig Scottish Sun, Jim Delahunt -7.93 Short Work 3:35 Catt The Guardian -8.08 Vera Drake 6:25 Newc Glasgow Evening Times, Jeffrey Ross -8.2 Indomeneo 2:55 Leic The Scotsman, Glendale -8.33 Poet's Dawn 2:35 Catt Yorkshire Evening Post, Lee Sobot -9.69 Blakeney Point 3:55 Leic Scottish Express, Chris Goulding -11.52 Alexandrakollontai 8:30 Newc Racing Post, The North -11.82 Sumbal 3:55 Leic The Sun On Sunday, Sirius -11.88 Kilim 5:20 Brig Racing and Football Outlook -12.58 Frozon 5:55 Newc Sunday Express, Jason Heavey -13.09 Noah Amor 7:30 Newc The Star, Patrick Weaver -14.26 Wordismybond 4:20 Brig The Irish Field, Rory Delargy -14.94 Ventura Knight 2:35 Catt Daily Express, The Scout -16.16 Minotaur 3:55 Leic Sky Sports News, Alex Hammond -17.59 Sir Runs A Lot 5:55 Newc Daily Telegraph, Marlborough -18.41 Face Like Thunder 2:55 Leic Sheffield Star, Fortunatus -20 Dukeofwallingford 3:45 Brig Sunday Telegraph, Whistler -21.32 Sumbal 3:55 Leic Yorkshire Post, The Duke -22.16 Dodgy Bob 4:30 Leic Liverpool Echo, Chris Wright -23.42 Mitchum 5:10 Catt Daily Star Sunday, Moorestyle -24.82 Nurse Nightingale 5:25 Newc Blackpool Gazette, Steve Simpson -27.07 Short Work 3:35 Catt Sunday Mail, Rockavon -27.88 Champagne Bob 5:30 Leic Weekender, Paul Kealy -28.58 Zizum 2:00 Catt The Sun, Templegate -29.01 Nurse Nightingale 5:25 Newc Western Morning News, West Tip -29.3 The Special One 4:20 Brig Belfast Newsletter, Wise Owl -29.4 Wilson 2:45 Brig Racing Post, Newmarket -29.61 Zizum 2:00 Catt Racing UK, The Score -30.01 Just In Time 1:50 Leic Daily Record, Garry Owen -34.16 The Groove 4:30 Leic attheraces.com, Lawrence Taylor -35.5 The New Pharaoh 4:10 Catt Daily Post, Mercury -36.46 Groundnut 2:45 Brig Shropshire Star, Andy Morris -41.31 General Marius 3:15 Brig Irish Post, Karl Hedley -41.94 Just In Time 1:50 Leic Racing Post, Lambourn -47.61 Short Work 3:35 Catt Daily Mirror, Newsboy -50.7 Gala Celebration 4:20 Brig Gloucestershire Echo, Melissa Jones -51.05 El Chapo 2:35 Catt The Press, York, Ebor -73.54 First Quest 4:10 Catt Oxford Mail, Mark Edwards -75.22
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Post by Kimmy on Oct 10, 2017 8:12:08 GMT
Luca Cumani operates at a 42 per cent strike-rate at Brighton. He sends course and distance winner Wilson (2.45), who won with plenty in hand last time, to the Sussex track.
This is a good time of year for trainer James Ewart. He has a 34 per cent strike-rate during the two weeks either side of today's date in the past five years and runs Gilmer (3.35) at Catterick.
Ali Stronge and Tom Marquand have a 60 per cent strike-rate when teaming up at Brighton. They combine with course winner The Special One (4.20), who has won on three of his last four starts.
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Post by Kimmy on Oct 10, 2017 8:12:49 GMT
Newmarket: David Milnes
Wilson (2.45 Brighton, nap) Had to be withdrawn when rearing over at the start at Chelmsford last time but sailed through a stalls test before racing at Newmarket on Saturday. Luca Cumani's youngster is fancied to bounce out and make all.
Others to follow Brighton: 3.15 General Marius, 3.45 Blooriedotcom, 4.20 Buskin River, 4.50 Oceanus, 5.20 Kilim. Catterick: 2.00 Forest Dragon, 4.10 The New Pharaoh, 4.40 Crushed. Leicester: 1.50 Fibonacci, 2.55 Noble Expression, 3.25 Ptarmigan Ridge, 3.55 Sumbal, 4.30 Ocean Temptress, 5.30 Spun Gold. Newcastle: 5.25 Mahabba, 5.55 Afterburner, 6.25 Consolida, 6.55 Contribute, 7.30 Wadood, 8.30 Tiercel
- Wilson 2:45 Brighton Lambourn: Nick Deacon
Just In Time (1.50 Leicester, nap) Improved since being gelded in the winter and is out to make it three from four after an emphatic win at Kempton last time. He is fancied to overcome the step up in grade and a 8lb rise in the handicap.
Others to follow Brighton: 3.15 Warsaan, 3.45 Sherzy Boy. Leicester: 2.55 Face Like Thunder, 3.55 Blakeney Point.
15/8 Just In Time 1:50 Leicester North: Colin Russell
Alexandrakollontai (8.30 Newcastle, nap) Tough mare who hasn't been running up to her best on soft ground recently, but has dropped in the ratings and is fancied to return to form now back on Tapeta.
Others to follow Brighton: 2.10 Shelneverwalkalone, 4.20 African Showgirl. Catterick: 1.30 Fool For You, 2.00 Poppy Walton, 2.35 Ventura Knight, 3.05 In Focus, 3.35 Short Work, 4.10 Clenymistra, 4.40 Fire Leopard, 5.10 Lady Joanna Vassa. Leicester: 1.50 Aardwolf, 2.20 Traveltalk, 2.55 Indomeneo, 3.55 My Reward, 4.30 Cupid's Arrow, 5.00 Rapid Ranger, 5.30 Size Matters. Newcastle: 5.55 Sir Runs A Lot, 6.25 Vera Drake, 6.55 Foxy Lady, 7.30 Fruit Salad, 8.00 Tallinski, 9.00 Van Velde.
28/1 Alexandrakollontai 8:30 Newcastle (AW) West Country: Andrew King
Mohsen (3.25 Leicester, nap) Should probably have got his head in front before now but has been found an opportunity to rectify the situation.
Other to follow Leicester: 3.55 Dance The Dream.
15/8 Mohsen 3:25 Leicester
Racing Post Ratings: Simon Turner
Showdance Kid (5.30 Leicester) Weighted to have a great chance on his best form and fair claims on the basis of his last two runs. May yet have more to offer on a soft surface.
12/1 Showdance Kid 5:30 Leicester
Topspeed: Dave Edwards
Diamond Pursuit (3.15 Brighton) A course winner in April, Jo Hughes's juvenile earned a personal best on the clock when second at Bath eight days ago and can go one better.
8/1 Diamond Pursuit 3:15 Brighton
Longshot: Neil McCabe
Gamesome (7.30 Newcastle) Makes belated all-weather debut off a career low mark. The six-year-old had little luck in running last time out and could go well if the race is run at a strong pace.
6/1 Gamesome 7:30 Newcastle (AW) Ireland: David Jennings
Stormey (3.30 Galway) Such an unlucky loser last time at Ballinrobe when badly baulked on the home turn and only up 3lb for that defeat. Likes Galway and looks a class above his rivals.
5/1 Stormey 3:30 Galway
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