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Post by dennisg on May 21, 2018 5:40:59 GMT
Henry Candy believes his stable is under a cloud after Limato became the latest of his string to put in a below-par performance in the Al Shaqab Lockinge Stakes on Saturday. Candy had thought as much after his fancied runners were well beaten at York, and was more convinced when Limato struggled home in 10th place behind Rhododendron in Newbury's Group One over a mile. The Wantage trainer is hoping his classy six-year-old will be back in top form in time for Royal Ascot. Candy is still leaning more towards the Queen Anne Stakes over a mile rather than the six-furlong Diamond Jubilee Stakes. "I was very disappointed with the way my horses ran at York and I was disappointed how he ran. I think they are just a bit off-colour. I would ignore it," said Candy. "He's absolutely fine. He pulled a front shoe off in the race but I wouldn't attach any importance to that. He's in good form. "We just have to sit tight with the horses and it will be a different scene in two or three weeks. "I expect we'll go to Ascot if he's back in top form, more likely for the Queen Anne." Related links
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Post by dennisg on May 21, 2018 5:43:04 GMT
Eminent is back on course for the Prince of Wales's Stakes at Royal Ascot after being given a clean bill of health after suffering from a fibrillating heart when disappointing at Chester a week ago. Trainer Martyn Meade was delighted to report Eminent's heartbeat went back to normal when settling down and that was borne out by the extensive tests the horse underwent. "He's fine. All the reports on his heart and that sort of thing had gone straight back to normal when he had all the tests done," said Meade. "The conclusion is that it was a one-off and we will continue with the original plan of going to the Prince of Wales's." He added: "Obviously it was a terrible shock at the time. It was just one of those things when the electrical pulses that go to the heart and he got a bit excited and missed one of those cycles and that goes through the heart in an irregular rhythm. "Looking at the all the reports and the ECGs, it is a complete one-off. If it is going to be a problem you can see if it had done any damage. It's actually spot-on normal now. "We'll give him a racecourse gallop before and take him him into that enclosed environment." Eminent had been expected to run a big race on his seasonal debut in the Huxley Stakes, but finished last of the five runners having been sent off the 8/13 favourite. He had shown top-class form in 2017, winning at Group Two and Group Three level as well as being Group One-placed. Sky Bet make Cracksman their for the Prince of Wales's Stakes on Wednesday June 20.
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Post by dennisg on May 21, 2018 5:49:56 GMT
Sioux Nation returned to his best when defying a Group One penalty in the Goffs Lacken Stakes at Naas. Winner of last season's Phoenix Stakes, the Aidan O'Brien-trained colt displayed his class as he dismissed the opposition in this Group Three contest. Sioux Nation (15/8 favourite) showed he had come on for his run at Navan last month on his first start for 204 days with a dominant performance, to score by a length and a quarter from stable companion Fleet Review in the hands of Ryan Moore. Victory provided Moore and O'Brien with a treble after scoring with Broadway and Sergei Prokofiev earlier on the card. Sioux Nation won the Coventry Stakes at Royal Ascot in 2017 and could return there next month for the Commonwealth Cup or the King's Stand Stakes. O'Brien said: "We came here to find out if it was five or six furlongs at Ascot. "Seamus (Heffernan on Fleet Review) let his lad roll along to make it a good, strong six because we always felt he had a lot of speed and wanted to know whether we would go for the King's Stand or the Commonwealth Cup. "Ryan said he has all the speed in the world and he would have no problem going back to five, but maybe let him take on the three-year-olds this year (Commonwealth Cup). He also said he would be looking forward to the Nunthorpe. "He's a great traveller and he quickens. It couldn't be fast enough for him. Fast ground and fast horse - that is usually the way." Sky Bet went from 10s for the Commonwealth Cup. At The Races ✔ @attheraces Sioux Nation tanks through proceedings and shows a decisive turn of foot to win the Group 3 @goffs1866 Lacken Stakes @naasracecourse: 4:21 PM - May 20, 2018 69 22 people are talking about this Twitter Ads info and privacy Sergei Prokofiev had little trouble landing the odds in the Coolmore War Command Rochestown Stakes. Aidan O'Brien's exciting youngster was close to the lead in third place as Mick Channon's British raider Izzer set the pace. The 2/7 favourite hit the front under Ryan Moore and soon put the race to bed. Andre Amar made late gains to take the runner-up spot, some four lengths adrift, with Offline third and Izzer weakening into fourth. Sky Bet cut the winner to for the Coventry Stakes at Royal Ascot and O'Brien said: "He's learning and when he gets more pace in front of him it will help. He's very natural and gets there very easy - Ryan is very happy with him. "It will be either the Coventry or the Norfolk (at the Royal meeting) and will depend on what we do with some of the other two-year-olds. He won't mind going five or six (furlongs)." Brother Bear got back on track when taking Listed honours in the Owenstown Stud Stakes at Naas. Since winning at this level nearly 12 months ago at the Curragh, the Jessica Harrington-trained colt had been out of luck, including when a close fourth in the Coventry Stakes at Royal Ascot. Brother Bear (5/2 favourite) had shaped well when third over course and distance three weeks ago, after a 211-day break, and reaped the benefit of that outing by running out a length-and-a-half winner over Riyazan in the hands of Colm O'Donoghue. Harrington said: "It's great to get him back on track. He had a good run here and that's the first time he's really had good to firm ground since last summer. He definitely appreciates it. "He might go to (Royal) Ascot for the Jersey. I'm not sure he'd get a mile at this stage - he might do later in his life. I think that is the logical step to go." The County Kildare trainer was completing a quick across-the-card double after Jetez went in at Limerick. And her rich vein of form continued when Servalan (10/1) and Chicas Amigas gave her a one-two in the Coolmore Stud Irish EBF Fillies' Sprint Stakes. The duo had the race to themselves in the closing stages, with Servalan proving the stronger in the hands of Seamie Heffernan to prevail by a length and a quarter. So Perfect, the 4/9 favourite, was only fourth for the Aidan O'Brien team. Harrington said: "They are both very good and will go to Ascot, although I'm not sure in what races they will run. We will see nearer the time. "Servalan luckily missed the break a bit and Seamie dropped her in. When he pulled her out she was very easy and quickened up great. It's nice to have two good fillies. They both came on well from their first run and will come on again."
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Post by Kimmy on May 21, 2018 7:25:37 GMT
REDCAR
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
2.05 Zebzardee
2.35 Super Florence
3.05 Liamba
3.35 Hermosita
4.05 Merry Banter
4.35 Beatbybeatbybeat (nap)
5.05 Savaanah
5.35 If We Can Can
GIMCRACK
2.05 Certain Lad
2.35 Terri Rules
3.05 G Eye Joe
3.35 Hermosita
4.05 Zamjar
4.35 La Sioux
5.05 Creel
5.35 Elysee Star
WINDSOR
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
6.15 Come On Leicester
6.45 Satisfying
7.15 Alwaysandforever
7.45 The Tin Man
8.15 Private View
8.45 Kirkland Forever
GIMCRACK
6.15 Come On Leicester
6.45 Crimean Queen
7.15 Alwaysandforever (nb)
7.45 Projection (nap)
8.15 Margie’s Choice
8.45 Kirkland ForeveR
TOWCESTER
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
2.25 Pontresina
2.55 Heurtevent
3.25 Starcrossed
3.55 Riddlestown
4.25 Take To Heart
4.55 Atalanta’s Gold
GIMCRACK
2.25 Flemenstrix
2.55 Windspiel
3.25 Starcrossed
3.55 Riddlestown
4.25 Take To Heart
4.55 Sprogzilla
DONCASTER
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
5.50 Ingleby Hollow
6.20 Aurag
6.50 Appointed
7.20 Bathsheba Bay
7.50 Foxtrot Lady
8.20 Maksab
8.50 Dirchill
GIMCRACK
5.50 Star Ascending
6.20 Oberyn Martell
6.50 White Chocolate
7.20 Night Castle
7.50 Two Weeks
8.20 Maksab
8.50 Hee Haw
LEICESTER
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
6.00 Cococabala
6.30 Flashman
7.00 Making Miracles
7.30 Dolcissimo
8.00 Renny’s Lady
8.30 Sparte Quercus
GIMCRACK
6.00 Dolly Dupree
6.30 What Usain
7.00 Making Miracles
7.30 Epic Challenge
8.00 Eesha Beauty
8.30 Light Of Joy
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Post by Kimmy on May 21, 2018 7:26:02 GMT
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Post by Kimmy on May 21, 2018 16:19:53 GMT
A vet who has worked for more than a decade with Willie Mullins has been charged by the BHA with passing on inside information following a lengthy investigation into suspicious lay bets on Faugheen shortly before the red-hot favourite was withdrawn from the 2016 Cheltenham Festival.
Tim Brennan, who denies the charges and called them a "convenient story" on Monday, is accused of informing his brother about an injury Faugheen had suffered prior to the information becoming public knowledge. He is alleged to have obtained this information in his capacity as vet to Faugheen.
The brother, Michael Brennan, is accused of then placing lay bets against the horse in the market for his intended race, the Champion Hurdle, building liabilities of several thousand euros.
Michael Brennan has refused to cooperate with the BHA's investigation and was excluded from the sport in October 2016, meaning he is barred from entering racecourses or racing stables and licensed individuals forbidden to associate with him.
Mullins is not involved in the case and there is no suggestion that he or any other staff members at his Closutton yard were aware of Tim Brennan's alleged actions.
The vet has been charged with breaching rules A41.1 and/or A41.2, which relate to commissioning or conspiring in corrupt or fraudulent practices.
Faugheen, who bounced back to form in spectacular fashion by winning the Champion Stayers Hurdle at Punchestown in April, was the hot favourite for the 2016 Champion Hurdle until February 17, when Mullins revealed he had suffered a ligament injury and would miss the rest of the season.
Prior to that announcement Faugheen's price drifted on betting exchanges from 1-2 to odds against. Seven months later, in September 2016, it was revealed the BHA was investigating suspicious betting activity surrounding the withdrawal.
Brant Dunshea, chief regulatory officer for the BHA, said: "We cannot comment further on the specifics of the charges against Timothy Brennan as this matter is still to be heard by the independent disciplinary panel.
"However, we can confirm that Michael Brennan, who was a person of interest in this investigation, has been excluded from the sport as a result of his failure to cooperate with the investigation.
"This failure to comply has resulted in the investigation process taking longer than it otherwise would have done. However, it has ultimately not prevented us from bringing charges and has also seen the individual ejected from the sport in Britain."
Brennan: it's a convenient story
In a statement, Tim Brennan said: "I am quite disappointed that the British Horseracing Authority has sought fit to issue a statement in advance of its disciplinary hearing of the independent disciplinary panel when it knows that the allegations are based on extraordinarily tenuous evidence.
"The BHA is aware that I have denied all wrong doing and will vigorously contest these unfounded allegations. In such circumstances, I would have thought that the principals of natural justice would dictate that no publication occur prior to the final determination by the disciplinary panel.
"I reiterate that I have and will continue to deny these allegations vigorously and will clear my name before the disciplinary panel when it meets in July 2018. Everyone who knows me is aware that I don't gamble or give information to those who do. Even the BHA know that these allegations are false but it is a convenient story for them.
"I have nothing further to add."
Although the BHA has probed similar incidents in the past, this is the first time charges have been brought against someone for allegedly passing inside information about a horse's injury prior to it becoming public knowledge.
The hearing, which is scheduled for July 16 and 17, will be the culmination of one of the BHA's longest-ever investigations. It is understood a number of factors contributed to a 27-month gap between the incident and charges being revealed, including Michael Brennan's refusal to cooperate, complexities surrounding jurisdiction (since the case involves the British racing regulator investigating Irish citizens) and a backlog of regulatory issues at the BHA following the troubled Jim Best case and the Quinlan review into the sport's disciplinary processes.
Tim Brennan was previously in the headlines after pleading guilty to possession of unauthorised medications in an Irish court last year following the discovery of a number of unlicensed substances in his van at Mullins' stables in February 2015.
Brennan was given the benefit of the Probation Act, which meant no conviction was recorded against him, after the judge ruled the offences were "purely regulatory" and a consequence of "inadvertence".
TIMELINE
February 16-17, 2016 Michael Brennan is accused of placing a series of lay bets on Faugheen in the Champion Hurdle market, contributing to a drift in his price from odds-on to odds-against
February 17 Willie Mullins reveals Faugheen has a damaged suspensory ligament and will miss the rest of the season
September 25 It is revealed the BHA is investigating suspicious betting patterns surrounding the withdrawal of Faugheen
October 26 Michael Brennan is excluded from the sport after refusing to cooperate with the BHA's investigation
May 21, 2018 More than 27 months after the offence is alleged to have taken place, the BHA reveals it has filed charges against Tim Brennan, Mullins' long-term veterinary surgeon, for commissioning or conspiring in corrupt or fraudulent practices
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Post by Kimmy on May 21, 2018 16:20:34 GMT
Jockey Club Racecourses and Arena Racing Company have expressed an interest in running Musselburgh racecourse, the Racing Post can reveal.
JCR chief executive Paul Fisher recently visited the troubled track, whose management has been the subject of a long-running power struggle.
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Post by Kimmy on May 21, 2018 16:21:22 GMT
Rachael Blackmore expects to be back in action next week after suffering a broken nose in a fall at Limerick on Sunday.
Blackmore, who was champion conditional in Ireland in the 2016-2017 season, enjoyed her best campaign last season when she rode 34 winners. She is currently on the eight-winner mark for the new season and alongside David Mullins and Robbie Power at the top of the table.
She was riding Caliption for Mouse Morris and Gigginstown House Stud when her mount was brought down four out in a three-mile mares handicap hurdle.
Newbury on the up
Preliminary results show that total turnover at Newbury Racecourse plc was up five per cent to £17.81 million in the 12 months ending December 31, 2017, with profit before interest and exceptional items was £0.49m and raceday attendances up 11 per cent to 196,000.
Chairman Dominic Burke said: “2017 saw us making further steady progress against our long term strategic plans.
"We made excellent headway on the redevelopment of the racecourse, with the new owners and trainers facility and eastern entrance building opened during the year and good progress on the other heartspace works.
"We were also pleased to obtain planning permission in August for the redevelopment of the Pall Mall building, expected to be completed by the spring of 2019."
RaceTech to put Sky Sports Racing viewers in HD picture
Arena Racing Company has announced the appointment of RaceTech to provide High Definition coverage of its fixtures from January 1, 2019, coinciding with the launch of Sky Sports Racing.
HD pictures from Arc courses will be broadcast to independent bookmakers in UK and Ireland through The Racing Partnership. It will also be available to major bookmakers who broadcast channels to their own betting shops.
Arc director of media Mark Kingston said: "Providing HD pictures is another step forward in providing our customers, whether they are watching in betting shops, on line or from home, with a high quality product.”
John Bozza, chief executive officer of RaceTech said: "As the industry’s leading OB and integrity service provider, we aim to provide the best in terms of service using the most advanced solutions and technology."
Long-time Nicholls owner Bill Tincknell dies aged 82
Bill Tincknell. a long-time owner with Paul Nicholls, has been fondly remembered by the leading trainer following his death at the age of 82.
Alongside his wife Angela, Tincknell enjoyed considerable success, including with popular horses Sire Collonges and Green Green Desert, while the promising Blu Cavalier, who the couple also bred, was a three-time winner over hurdles last season.
"Bill was a lovely man and a tremendous supporter who we'll greatly miss," said Nicholls.
Tincknell's funeral will take place at Taunton Crematorium on Thursday, June 24, at 1.30pm.
AGM date for Women In Racing
Women in Racing's seventh AGM will take place on Thursday, June 7, at Oaksey House, Lambourn.
The guest speaker is Kiko Matthews who, despite neurosurgery in 2017, recently set a world record for the fastest solo female transatlantic row, and is only the sixth woman to complete that challenge.
WiR is inviting members to submit manifestos to join its committee by June 1. There are currently three places open, with committee members to be elected at the AGM.
Julie Deadman, chair of WiR, said: “We really look forward to welcoming members and non-members to our AGM. Kiko’s achievement is one to be celebrated, and her story will no doubt prove motivational and interesting to all. We would encourage people wanting to attend to book their place as availability is limited.”
Advance booking is required and for further details on tickets, the AGM and committee elections, visit womeninracing.co.uk.
Derek Christopher thanksgiving service
A service of thanksgiving for the life of bloodstock agent Derek Christopher, who died this month aged 88, will take place at 2pm on Friday, June 1 at the Church of St John the Baptist, Great Gaddesden, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP1 3BY.
Donations will be gratefully received in aid of the Injured Jockeys Fund via Malcolm Jones and Metcalfe Funeral Directors, 284 High Street, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire HP4 1AH, or via a collection box in the church during the service.
Death of Sam McComb
Sam McComb, who rode over jumps and on the Flat, has died aged 88.
McComb partnered Punchestown Star in the Grand Nationals of 1953 and 1954 (refused both times), before emigrating to Canada.
In the local Classics he rode Langcrest into second behind Northern Dancer in the 1964 Queen's Plate and won the 1965 Prince of Wales's Stakes on Good Old Mort. He also won the 1967 Canadian International on He's A Smoothie before becoming a trainer.
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Post by Kimmy on May 21, 2018 16:21:58 GMT
Windsor and Leicester provide tonight's entertainment for racing fans with Windsor's 6f Listed contest at 7.45 heralding the return of Group 1 winner The Tin Man. Here are three runners it could be worth keeping an eye on . . .
6.15 Windsor Come On Leicester
Much is expected of Come On Leicester, who was a promising third on her debut at Ascot earlier this month. Owned by King Power Racing, who have a considerable team of juveniles this season, the Richard Hannon-trained runner was slow to leave the stalls but finished well to take third on the line and that experience should stand her in good stead. The second has since gone on to win and it would be disappointing if the daughter of Kodiac cannot progress from her debut.
4/9 Come On Leicester 6:15 Windsor 6.45 Windsor Crimean Queen
Anthony Oppenheimer's season got off to a fine start with Cracksman landing the Prix Ganay in impressive fashion last month and he has got some interesting juveniles ready to make their mark. Crimean Queen, who is a half-sister to King Edward VII Stakes winner Across The Stars, makes her debut for Charlie Fellowes in a competitive 6f novice stakes but must have been impressing in her work at home in order for connections to take up this entry. The daughter of Iffraaj wears a hood and has Stevie Donohoe in the saddle.
9/1 Crimean Queen 6:45 Windsor 7.30 Leicester Dolcissimo
John Gosden has got off to a fine start this season and this three-year-old can confirm the promise of her debut second at Wolverhampton earlier this month when she was wide off the turn and made up significant ground in the final furlong. The daughter of Dark Angel showed a good attitude that day and can make good use of that experience tonight.
2/1 Dolcissimo 7:30 Leice
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Post by Kimmy on May 21, 2018 18:58:14 GMT
Carlisle, 21 May 18 Race 2 - 2:45pm THE SMARKETS BETTING EXCHANGE FILLIES' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (A Jockey Club Grassroots Sprint Series Qualifier) An enquiry was held to consider why Paul Midgley, was running PACO ESCOSTAR here at Carlisle on going described as Good to Firm, having declared the filly a non-runner at Thirsk on 8 May 2018 on ground with the same official description. The trainer’s representative stated that having walked the track at Thirsk, Mr Midgley felt that in his opinion the ground was quicker than the official description, and having waited 223 days since its last run, he was happy to run at Carlisle as it has an uphill finish.
Permission was given for MISS DD (IRE) to go to post early, and for SEEN THE LYTE (IRE) to be mounted on the track and go to post early.
P J McDonald the rider of MISS DD (IRE), placed second, struck PACO ESCOSTAR, placed fourth, once over the nose with the whip approaching the final furlong. However, after viewing a recording of the incident, it was considered to be accidental.
Following the race, Ben Robinson reported that PACO ESCOSTAR, placed fourth, was denied a clear run 1½ furlongs out.
Race 5 - 4:15pm THE smarkets.com DURDAR NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for ARBALET (IRE) to wear a hood in the parade ring which was removed before going to the start.
Following the race, Jack Garritty reported that IT'S NEVER ENOUGH, placed third, was denied a clear run 1½ furlongs out. Connor Murtagh reported that ANGEL EYES, unplaced, ran green and hung left.
Race 6 - 4:45pm THE SMARKETS 2% COMMISSION WREAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Following the race, Conor McGovern reported that VENTURA ROYAL (IRE), unplaced, hung left throughout. The representative of Joseph Tuite reported that HE'S ONE OF R OWN, unplaced, was unsuited by the track on this occasion. Ollie Pears reported that PLACEBO EFFECT (IRE), placed sixth, was on this occasion unsuited by the Good to Firm ground, despite having won previously on Good to Firm ground at Musselburgh, and in his opinion would prefer an easier surface.
Race 7 - 5:15pm THE SMARKETS BLACKWELL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (DIV I) Permission was given for MYWAYISTHEONLYWAY (IRE) to go to post early.
The performance of SUREYOUTOLDME (IRE) which started favourite but finished unplaced, was considered. The representative of Ruth Carr could offer no explanation for the gelding’s performance other than rider Jack Garritty reporting that the gelding was never travelling. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding during routine testing failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Following the race, Rowan Scott reported that ALEXANDRAKOLLONTAI (IRE), unplaced, was never travelling
Race 8 - 5:45pm THE SMARKETS BLACKWELL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (DIV II) Prior to this race a query was raised with Oliver Greenall, the trainer of ROCK WARBLER (IRE) into the reason why he was running the gelding here at Carlisle on going described as Good to Firm, having reported that the gelding would prefer a slower surface following its run at Thirsk on 8 May 2018. Greenall’s explanation was noted that in his opinion, the ground at Thirsk was quicker than the official description, and he felt that ROCK WARBLER (IRE) would better handle the Good to Firm on the uphill track at Carlisle.
It was noted that approximately 1½ furlongs out, Duran Fentiman the rider of MUNTHANY (USA), placed fifth, knocked the whip out of the hand of Andrew Mullen, the rider of MISHAAL (IRE), placed second. However, after viewing a recording of the incident, it was considered to be accidental.
Permission was given for MISHAAL (IRE) to be led to post early. View Stewards report Leicester, 21 May 18 Race 1 - 6:00pm THE RICHARD CLOWES PROPERTY SEARCH NOVICE AUCTION STAKES (CLASS 5) Inside the final furlong, MADE IN LEWISHAM (IRE), unplaced, veered left-handed at the same time as ASSOCIATE ROCK (IRE), unplaced, lugged right-handed, causing DOLLY DUPREE, unplaced, to be carried off its intended line, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Following the race, Cameron Noble reported that COCOCABALA (IRE), unplaced, was restless in the stalls, Trevor Whelan reported that HIT THE TRACK JACK, unplaced, hung right-handed throughout and Eoin Walsh reported that MADE IN LEWISHAM (IRE), unplaced, ran green.
Race 3 - 7:00pm THE SHARNFORD TRACTORS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Following the race, the representative of John Quinn reported that DUBAI EMPIRE (FR), placed fourth, was unsuited by the Good to Firm ground and would prefer a softer surface. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the colt, during routine testing, failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 4 - 7:30pm THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) Approximately 2½ furlongs out, MURAAQEB, unplaced, hung left-handed before being corrected by its rider, carrying MAGNETIC BOUNDARY (USA), unplaced, off its intended line, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Following the race, Rob Hornby reported that MURAAQEB, unplaced, hung left-handed, Trevor Whelan reported that CONFRERIE (IRE), unplaced, was never travelling, Pat Dobbs reported that MAGNETIC BOUNDARY (USA), unplaced, hung right-handed, Adam Kirby reported that THE ESTABLISHMENT, unplaced, ran keenly and Robert Havlin reported that DOLCISSIMO (IRE), placed second, hung left-handed. View Stewards report Redcar, 21 May 18 Race 1 - 2:05pm THE WATCH RACING UK ANYWHERE NOVICE AUCTION STAKES (CLASS 5) Paul Mulrennan, the rider of NO RANSOM (IRE), unplaced, had appeared to use his whip during the loading process. After being interviewed and shown recordings of the incident, the Stewards accepted his explanation that he had used his whip very lightly and in the backhand position as a corrective measure to prevent the colt behaving in an unruly manner, having shown a reluctance to enter the stalls when rearing and unseating the rider behind the stalls.
Following the race, Daniel Tudhope reported that HURRICANE FIVE (IRE), unplaced, hung both ways. Silvestre De Sousa reported that AISLING (IRE), unplaced, hung left-handed.
Race 2 - 2:35pm THE RACING UK HD ON SKY 426 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV I) Permission was given for MONEY FOR LUCK (IRE) to go early to post.
REVENGE, trained by Tim Easterby, finished third at Ripon the previous day. Having been examined by the Veterinary Officer the gelding was deemed fit to race.
SITSI, trained by Bryan Smart, was kicked at the start. Having been examined by the Veterinary Surgeon the filly was deemed fit to race.
Approaching the winning line, the winner, LAITH ALAREEN, lugged quickly right onto REVENGE, placed second, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved and that it had not improved the placing of LAITH ALAREEN.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that SPANISH MANE (IRE), placed sixth, lost it’s right fore shoe. Jimmy Quinn reported that TERRI RULES (IRE), unplaced, missed the break. Daniel Tudhope reported that INGLEBY MOLLY (IRE), unplaced, hung right throughout.
Race 3 - 3:05pm THE RACING UK HD ON SKY 426 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV II) Permission was given for SHAKIAH (IRE) to go early to post.
Following the race, Cam Hardie reported that WORKING TOGETHER, placed fifth, hung left-handed throughout.
Race 4 - 3:35pm THE PAT AND LES HOLMES CELEBRATION FILLIES' NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for NADINE to go early to post.
An enquiry was held into why there was a considerable delay once the last horse had been loaded in the stalls until the start had been effected. Having viewed recordings and heard evidence from the Starters, Clerk of the Course and Head Groundsman, the Stewards ordered a report to be forwarded to the Head Office of the British Horseracing Authority.
Following the race, Connor Beasley reported that GRAND COMPANY (IRE), unplaced, hung right-handed throughout.
Race 5 - 4:05pm THE WATCH RACING UK IN STUNNING HD HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Following the race, Lewis Edmunds reported that BASHIBA (IRE), placed fourth, was briefly denied a clear run in the final furlong.
Race 6 - 4:35pm THE RACING UK STRAIGHT MILE FILLIES' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (Racing UK Straight Mile Series Qualifier) Permission was given for CE LA VIE to go early to post.
An enquiry was held to consider the placings in this race after interference just inside the final furlong when the winner, LA SIOUX (IRE), ridden by Paul Hanagan interfered with MAKE ON MADAM (IRE), placed third, ridden by David Allan. The Stewards considered that the interference had not improved LA SIOUX (IRE)’s placing as MAKE ON MADAM (IRE) had lost little momentum and LA SIOUX (IRE) was always holding MAKE ON MADAM (IRE) to win by ½ a length. Hanagan was cautioned for careless riding as he allowed his mount to drift left taking MAKE ON MADAM (IRE) off its intended line.
Race 7 - 5:05pm THE RACING UK PROFITS RETURNED TO RACING MEDIAN AUCTION MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 6) Tim Easterby had obtained prior permission from the BHA to run BOLLIN JOAN with no hind shoes.
Approximately 1 furlong out, the winner, VOYAGER BLUE hung badly left despite the riders best efforts, causing SAVAANAH, placed second, to be taken off its intended line and to be eased momentarily, 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 VOYAGER BLUE.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that BORN IN THORNE, unplaced, had bled from the nose. View Stewards report Towcester, 21 May 18 Race 1 - 2:25pm THE Totepool REMEMBERING ALDO GALEA 'NATIONAL HUNT' MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Following the race the Veterinary Officer reported that FLEMENSTRIX (IRE), placed sixth, suffered from heat stress.
Race 2 - 2:55pm THE BET toteexacta AT totesport.com HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Following the race the Veterinary Officer reported that TRY CATCH ME (IRE), which was pulled up, was lame left fore.
Race 4 - 3:55pm THE BET totetrifecta AT totesport.com HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Shortly after the final fence there was interference between, the winner, RIDDLESTOWN (IRE), which drifted left at the same time as MERCERS COURT (IRE), placed second, drifted right, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involve and that it had not improved the placing of RIDDLESTOWN (IRE).
Race 5 - 4:25pm THE totepool CASHBACK CLUB AT totesport.com NOVICES' STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Following the race Richard Johnson reported that ROYAL PLAZA, placed third, ran too free.
Race 6 - 4:55pm THE totesport.com DOWNLOAD THE APP CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS' MARES' HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Brian Barr, was fined £140 as the record of vaccinations in the passport of CIVITESSES (FR) did not comply with the Rules of Racing.
Following the race Richard Patrick reported that STUPID CUPID (IRE), which was pulled up, lost its action. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the mare failed to reveal any abnormalities View Stewards report Windsor, 21 May 18 Race 1 - 6:15pm THE BET ONLINE NOW! STARSPORTS.BET FILLIES' NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (PLUS 10 RACE) Permission was given for IMPLICIT (IRE) to wear a hood in the parade ring only.
The Starter reported that LUCKY CHARM refused to enter the stalls, reared over and was withdrawn. Chris Wall was informed that the filly could not run until the day after passing a stalls test.
Race 2 - 6:45pm THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF FILLIES' NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (PLUS 10 RACE) Following the race Robert Winston reported that VENA D'AMORE (IRE), unplaced, ran green.
Race 3 - 7:15pm THE BRITISH AIRWAYS FLYING WITH CONFIDENCE COURSE FILLIES' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Following the race Daniel Muscutt reported that COLONIAL CLASSIC (FR), placed third, stopped quickly.
Race 4 - 7:45pm THE WEATHERBYS HAMILTON LEISURE STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) Permission was given for PROJECTION to go early to post.
Race 5 - 8:15pm THE CALL STAR SPORTS ON 08000 521321 MAIDEN FILLIES' STAKES (CLASS 5) Henry Candy was fined £290 for failing to notify the Racing Calendar Office, until the morning of the race, that UDZUNGWA FOREST had undergone Wind Surgery.
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Post by Kimmy on May 21, 2018 18:58:57 GMT
Irish Grand National-winning jockey Ger Fox, who was banned for two years after he admitted taking cocaine, had his suspension lifted on Monday and will be free to resume his promising career next month.
He said: "I’m over the moon. I just kept my head down, worked hard and took one day at a time. It’s funny, I have more of a hunger for it now than ever before. The saying is true – you never know what you’ve got until it’s gone."
When he was sentenced last November, Fox, who rode Rogue Angel to victory at Fairyhouse in 2016, was told he would be required to submit to random testing with his suspension reviewed after five and a half months.
At his review hearing on Friday the referrals committee was told Fox had been working as an assistant to trainer Gavin Cromwell during his suspension and had complied with all requests for random tests, which were negative.
Fox said he deeply regretted his actions, had learned from the experience and was eager to return to race-riding. He also said he would accept any conditions that the committee felt were necessary.
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Post by dennisg on May 22, 2018 6:35:36 GMT
in today's sporting life................ The Tin Man made a pleasing return to action with victory in the Weatherbys Hamilton Leisure Stakes at Windsor. James Fanshawe's Group One-winning sprinter travelled wide, but he was still too good for six rivals in the Listed sprint over six furlongs. The Tin Man, who won this race in 2016, took control inside the final furlong and ended up defeating D'Bai by three-quarters of a length under Tom Queally. He will now take aim at back-to-back victories in the Diamond Jubilee Stakes at Royal Ascot, a race for which . "This is great," Queally told At The Races. "His head's in a very good place. And when his head is in a good place he relaxes." Fanshawe said: "He seems really happy and I'm very relieved to win. "Hopefully we are on course for the Diamond Jubilee again. "Hopefully the horse will do the talking for us this season."
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Post by dennisg on May 22, 2018 6:37:34 GMT
Chris Wilson previews the action on Tuesday and has a selection for every race on every card in the UK and Ireland. Verandah bombed at Wolverhampton a fortnight ago but compensation can be sweet and satisfying when she runs at Nottingham. John Gosden's filly was sent off an odds-on chance on her seasonal debut at Dunstall Park, but she only ended up beating one horse home. Verandah did not look entirely straightforward at Wolverhampton - she made a slow start and hung right inside the final furlong - but she at least was hardly defeated out of sight. Perhaps in need of the run on her first spin for 256 days, the daughter of Medicean was a length and three-quarters behind Adjutant at the line. Verandah is clearly not without talent, too, as memories of her run in the Prestige Stakes at Goodwood last summer, when fifth behind Guineas heroine Billesdon Brook, should not be easily forgotten. Verandah must carry top weight in this seven-furlong fillies' handicap and it is interesting that she has been equipped with a first-time tongue-tie, which might keep her mind more focused on the job in hand. Should that be the case, she might well take some hauling back. Royal Connoisseur has a fine chance at Ayr when he rocks up for a seven-furlong handicap. Richard Fahey's representative has not won since October 2016, but he served notice at Musselburgh on May 4 that his time is near. Royal Connoisseur finished fourth to Sureyoutoldme in a fair seven-furlong handicap, but it was the manner in which he came home that will have pleased his trainer more than anything. The gelded son of Art Connoisseur ran on promisingly and yet he has been relieved 1lb by the assessor. That means he is now 12lb lower than when he last visited the winner's enclosure. And though a bit of cut in the ground would not have gone amiss, there are definitely races like this to be won with him off his current mark. Bid Adieu can save the best until last at Chepstow. The four-year-old gelding has shown promise since his transfer to Richard Hughes' yard and looks a likely challenger for top honours in the concluding mile-and-a-half handicap. Bid Adieu has only had two starts following his arrival from Venetia Wiliams' stable and he seemed to enjoy himself at Windsor last time. The son of Pour Moi finished fifth in a mile-and-a-quarter handicap, but he was only beaten a length and three-quarters. He was also denied a clean run inside the final furlong before staying on nicely at the death. It will be interesting to see how he gets on stepping back up in trip, while the fast ground should also hold no terrors. Sporting Life tips AYR: 2.00 Sugar Coating, 2.35 Gone With The Wind, 3.05 Rebel State, 3.35 Royal Connoisseur, 4.10 Masham Star, 4.45 Red Pike, 5.15 Zihaam, 5.45 Luv U Whatever. CHEPSTOW: 2.10 Summer Blossom, 2.45 Bombshell Bay, 3.15 Give Em A Clump, 3.45 Satchville Flyer, 4.20 Iconic Belle, 4.55 Kings Inn, 5.25 Bid Adieu. HEXHAM: 6.00 Slade Storm, 6.30 Sleep In First, 7.00 Andhaar, 7.30 Royal Mandate, 8.00 Card Game, 8.30 Robins Legend, 9.00 Russiantom. HUNTINGDON: 5.40 Hatcher, 6.10 Stuccodor, 6.40 Lucky Jim, 7.10 Whatthebutlersaw, 7.40 Charlie Papa Lima, 8.10 Marvellous Monty, 8.40 Barrafohona. NOTTINGHAM: 1.50 Daarik, 2.20 Infrastructure, 2.55 Austin Powers, 3.25 VERANDAH (NAP), 4.00 Double Reflection, 4.35 Navajo Star, 5.05 Bustam. SLIGO: 5.50 Case Stated, 6.20 Luzum, 6.50 Gentil J, 7.20 Eadbhard, 7.50 Boom Or Bush, 8.20 A Smooth Criminal, 8.50 Indie Groove. DOUBLE: Verandah and Bid Adieu.
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Post by dennisg on May 22, 2018 6:39:38 GMT
Tim Brennan faces a British Horseracing Authority disciplinary panel hearing over whether he committed a corrupt or fraudulent practice in his role as a vet by passing on inside information regarding the 2016 Champion Hurdle prospects of Faugheen. At the time, Faugheen was the reigning champion and Brennan was used by Willie Mullins, who is not involved in any wrongdoing. Faugheen won the Irish Champion Hurdle at Leopardstown in January 2016, but Mullins ruled him out of the Champion Hurdle on February 17 of that year with a "sore suspensory ligament" injury. Between January 24, 2016 and February 20, Brennan is accused of passing inside information to his brother, Michael, which was subsequently used to gain an unfair advantage in the betting market. Michael Brennan has already been excluded from the sport. A statement issued by the British Horseracing Authority said the hearing, which is due to take place on July 16 and 17, will assess whether or not Brennan passed on information "which might be used to gain an unfair advantage in the betting market intending to make a gain for himself or another and/or to cause loss to another". A BHA disciplinary panel will also consider whether or not Brennan "enabled and/or assisted Michael Brennan to cheat at gambling in relation to the 2016 Cheltenham Champion Hurdle". If found guilty of an offence, Tim Brennan could be disqualified from the sport for between six months to 10 years. Brant Dunshea, chief regulatory officer for the BHA, said: "We cannot comment further on the specifics of the charges against Timothy Brennan as this matter is still to be heard by the independent disciplinary panel. "However, we can confirm that Michael Brennan, who was a person of interest in this investigation, has been excluded from the sport as a result of his failure to cooperate with the investigation. "This failure to comply has resulted in the investigation process taking longer than it otherwise would have done. However, it has ultimately not prevented us from bringing charges and has also seen the individual ejected from the sport in Britain. "Since the introduction of a fast-track investigation process for minor offences - which was a recommendation of the integrity review - we are significantly reducing the time taken for most cases to be dealt w
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Post by dennisg on May 22, 2018 6:43:39 GMT
Matt Brocklebank's Monday nap and next best both won - don't miss his selections for Tuesday. Sporting Life's Daily Nap, May 22 Nap: Roman Spinner (5.05 Nottingham) Next Best: Almoghared (4.55 Chepstow) Treble: Sultan Baybars (4.10 Ayr) ROMAN SPINNER can reverse recent Yarmouth form with Enzo’s Lad and win the Follow 188Bet On Twitter Handicap (5.05) at Nottingham. She was quite easy to back first time out this season but shaped with encouragement running into second from near the back of the field and the outing should have brought her forward physically. Rae Guest’s filly is 3lb better off with winner Enzo’s Lad for a length defeat and looks weighted to turn the tables. Almoghared, a half-brother to Oaks and King George heroine Taghrooda, made his debut in quite a warm little maiden at Salisbury last month and looks to have been found a fantastic opportunity in which to go one better at Chepstow. There’s no real strength in depth to the Dribuild Novice Stakes (4.55), with Smashed needing to overcome a 628-day layoff and Podemos stepping up in trip, so John Gosden’s runner looks the one to be on. He just appeared in need of the experience first time out and should be more professional on this occasion with the experience behind him. Sultan Baybars rates a decent bet in the Celebrate At Award Winning Western House Hotel Handicap (4.10) at Ayr. He’s seemingly the David O’Meara first-string on jockey bookings and the former Roger Varian inmate shaped with promise in fourth at Chester’s recent meeting. He’s now 5lb lower in the weights than when second to Mojito at Sandown last summer and on that line of form should take plenty of beating here. Daily Nap record: -2.47pts
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Post by Kimmy on May 22, 2018 8:02:14 GMT
Tuesday: going, weather & non-runners Ayr GOING: GOOD TO FIRM (GoingStick 8.0) WEATHER: Partly cloudy STALLS: 6f - Far side; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 2:00 Snow Diamond (7) 3:05 Baron Run (5) 3:35 Beauden Barrett (4) 4:10 Jay Kay (4)Kirkham (11) 4:45 Dalton (7) 5:45 Calliope (7) Chepstow GOING: GOOD TO FIRM (GoingStick 8.8) (Watered) WEATHER: Partly cloudy STALLS: 6f, 7f & 1m - Centre; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 2:45 Vixen (7) 3:15 Lady Of Petra (10) 4:20 Dora's Field (3) 4:55 Samson's Reach (5) Hexham GOING: GOOD (GoingStick 7.0) (Watering) (Rail movements: Races 1 & 4 +32yds, Races 2, 5 & 7 +25yds, Races 3 & 6 +40yds) WEATHER: Cloudy Huntingdon GOING: GOOD (Watering) (GoingStick: Hurdle 7.9, Chase 7.7) WEATHER: Partly cloudy NON RUNNERS: 7:40 Not A Role Model (1) Nottingham GOING: GOOD TO FIRM (Good in places) (GoingStick: 8.1) (Outer track) (Watering) (Rail movements: Races 2, 3, 4 & 5 +12yds, Race 6 +24yds) WEATHER: Partly cloudy STALLS: 6f - Stands Side; 1m - Centre; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 2:55 Don't Cry About It (3) 5:05 Cent Flying (13)
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Post by Kimmy on May 22, 2018 8:02:39 GMT
BANKER
Bombshell Bay (2.45 Chepstow)
Richard Hannon's three-year-old gelding was beginning to look thoroughly exposed last season when finishing the campaign in December with a record of 0-8. However, he showed on a couple of occasions that he could score off a mark in the low 60s and it was no surprise to see him go close on his seasonal reappearance at Kempton in April when finishing third of 14 off a mark of 61. He was given his standard attacking ride that day and, although he was challenged two furlongs out, he held them all off until being passed inside the final furlong. He was stepped up to a mile last time at Windsor and, under the same tactics, he was narrowly denied, although he received the race in the stewards' room. The form looks strong for the grade with the third, Hateya, scoring twice since and he can follow up off just 3lb higher.
7/4 Bombshell Bay 2:45 Chepstow EYECATCHER
Nanabad (7.50 Sligo)
There are a couple of interesting younger horses in this race – Giorni Felice and Scoil Naisiunta – but doubts about the form of trainer Eddie Lynam puts me off the former, while Scoil Naisiunta is unproven over this kind of trip. Consequently, it's worth a punt on the consistent topweight, Nanabad, who makes her fourth start of the season for trainer Jarlath Fahey. The five-year-old mare struggled on her first two starts on heavy ground this year, but came back to form at Roscommon two weeks ago with a third-placed finish behind the well-treated Bianca Minola. She wasn't given the best ride that day and did amazingly well to finish in the frame behind two useful sorts. She's been left on the same mark for this and the step up in trip will suit.
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Post by Kimmy on May 22, 2018 8:03:10 GMT
Newmarket: David Milnes
Thunder North (3.15 Chepstow, nap)
This son of Dansili could be well treated in his first handicap off a mark of 65 and has been showing up nicely in his recent work on the watered gallop.
Others to follow Chepstow 2.10 Early Edition, 2.45 Global Exceed, 4.55 Almoghared. Nottingham 1.50 Daarik, 2.20 Hasanoanda, 2.55 Mashaheer, 3.25 Verandah, 4.00 Affina, 4.35 Navajo Star, 5.05 Indian Warrior.
15/2 Thunder North 3:15 Chepstow Lambourn: James Burn
Global Tango (3.45 Chepstow, nap)
A mark of 80 and the prospect of quick ground can help this sprinter, who is open to improvement after a gelding operation. He can go close.
Others to follow Chepstow 2.10 Welcoming, 4.20 Midnight Mood. Hexham 7.30 Next Level. Huntingdon 6.40 Robert's Star, 7.10 Whatthebutlersaw, 7.40 Charlie Papa Lima. Nottingham 2.20 Infrastructure, 3.25 Caiya, 4.00 Dance Me, 5.05 Cent Flying.
4/1 Global Tango 3:45 Chepstow West Country: Andrew King
Silverturnstogold (3.15 Chepstow, nap)
Has shown enough on his last two starts to merit interest and expected to go close with plenty in his favour.
Others to follow Chepstow 3.45 Pastfact 4.20 Dora's Field 4.55 Kings Inn 5.25 Volpone Jelois Huntingdon 6.10 Pension Madness 8.10 Marvellous Monty.
6/1 Silverturnstogold 3:15 Chepstow North: Richard Young
Dalton (4.45 Ayr, nap)
A course and distance reappearance winner on fast ground last year, things didn't go to plan for Dalton in handicaps afterwards, but he's on a fair mark and obviously goes well fresh. Now gelded, his new yard have been among the winners and he's interesting in first-time cheekpieces.
Others to follow Ayr 2.00 Sugar Coating, 2.35 Red Charmer, 3.05 Colour Contrast, 3.35 Smuggler's Creek, 4.10 War Department, 5.15 Royal Cosmic, 5.45 Calliope. Chepstow 3.45 Prestbury Park, 5.25 The Last Debutante. Hexham 6.00 Kick On Dottie, 6.30 Miss Conway, 7.00 Chanceiton, 7.30 Royal Mandate, 8.00 Card Game, 8.30 Rising Marienbard, 9.00 Hey Listen. Huntingdon 7.40 Mahlerdramatic, 8.10 Tiger Twenty Two. Nottingham 1.50 Triple Distilled, 2.55 Austin Powers, 3.25 Line House, 4.00 Double Reflection, 4.35 Northwest Frontier, 5.05 Enzo's Lad.
- Dalton 4:45 Ayr Racing Post Ratings: Simon Turner
Masham Star (4.10 Ayr)
Cut little ice this year but better than the bare facts last time and this represents a notable drop in class. He's battle hardened at a good level and should be hard to beat if the drop in grade helps him revive.
13/8 Masham Star 4:10 Ayr Topspeed: Dave Edwards
Spader (6.10 Huntingdon)
Left earlier form well behind when scoring convincingly at Southwell nine days ago and Dan Skelton's five-year-old can make short work of his penalty.
7/4 Spader 6:10 Huntingdon Longshot: David Revers
Play With Me (2.35 Ayr)
The Captain Gerrard filly was a touch unlucky at Newcastle when last seen and has looked in need of this step up in trip.
8/1 Play With Me 2:35 Ayr Ireland: Tony O'Hehir
Premier League (6.20 Sligo)
A winner over six furlongs at Dundalk on his first start of the season, the Michael Mulvany-trained three-year-old was in action only three days ago when runner-up over the minimum trip at Navan. Back up in trip here, he gets the vote to score under Chris Hayes.
11/2 Premier League 6:20 Sligo Raceform Interactive nugget
Jay Kay (4.10 Ayr)
Jay Kay has form figures of 1111222211 at Ayr when Joey Haynes takes the mount (+£21.96 to £1 stakes.) With other jockeys his track figures become 72367. Haynes rides the Karl Burke-trained gelding in the 7f handicap at 4.10.
- Jay Kay 4:10 Ayr Members can read the latest exclusive tipping content such as Pricewise and Paul Kealy from 8pm daily on racingpost.com
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Post by Kimmy on May 22, 2018 8:03:39 GMT
Karl Burke and Ben Curtis tend to do well when teaming up at Ayr (50 per cent) and Baron Run has a chance to enhance that record in the 3.05. Curtis rides the gelding for the first time and the better ground should suit.
John Gosden does well with his horses at Chepstow – he has a 50 per cent strike-rate over the last five years. Almoghared will look to improve that record in the 4.55, in which he will be bidding to go one better than his debut second last time.
Over the last five years this has been a prime time for Charlie Mann. The trainer has a 35 per cent (+£47.60) strike-rate in the fortnight either side of today. The Ogle Gogle Man will look to uphold this trend in the 6.40 at Huntingdon, where the better ground is likely to suit.
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Post by Kimmy on May 22, 2018 8:04:41 GMT
AYR
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
2.00 Sugar Coating
2.35 Thornaby Nash
3.05 Rebel State
3.35 Smugglers Creek
4.10 Sultan Baybars
4.45 Dark Defender
5.15 Royal Cosmic
5.45 Northern Sky
GIMCRACK
2.00 Sugar Coating
2.35 Gone With The Wind
3.05 Rebel State
3.35 Royal Connoisseur
4.10 Masham Star
4.45 Red Pike
5.15 Zihaam
5.45 Luv U Whatever
NOTTINGHAM
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
1.50 Barend Boy
2.20 Ibraz
2.55 Austin Powers (nb)
3.25 Verandah
4.00 Sea Youmzain
4.35 Northwest
Frontier (nap)
5.05 Enzo’s Lad
GIMCRACK
1.50 Daarik
2.20 Infrastructure
2.55 Austin Powers
3.25 Verandah (nap)
4.00 Double Reflection
4.35 Navajo Star
5.05 Bustam
HUNTINGDON
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
5.40 Hatcher
6.10 Spader
6.40 Robert’s Star
7.10 Mellow Ben
7.40 Not A Role Model
8.10 Frankie Rapper
8.40 She’s Real
GIMCRACK
5.40 Hatcher
6.10 Stuccodor
6.40 Lucky Jim
7.10 Whatthebutlersaw
7.40 Charlie Papa Lima
8.10 Marvellous Monty
8.40 Barrafohona
HEXHAM
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
6.00 Kick On Dottie
6.30 Sleep In First
7.00 Christmas Twenty
7.30 Bennachie
8.00 Card Game
8.30 Rising Marienbard
9.00 Hey Listen
GIMCRACK
6.00 Slade Storm
6.30 Sleep In First
7.00 Andhaar
7.30 Royal Mandate
8.00 Card Game
8.30 Robins Legend
9.00 Russiantom
CHEPSTOW
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
2.10 Welcoming
2.45 Bombshell Bay
3.15 Kachumba
3.45 Global Tango
4.20 Iconic Belle
4.55 Almoghared
5.25 Volpone Jelois
GIMCRACK
2.10 Summer Blossom
2.45 Bombshell Bay
3.15 Give Em A Clump
3.45 Satchville Flyer
4.20 Iconic Belle
4.55 Kings Inn
5.25 Bid Adieu (nb)
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Post by Kimmy on May 22, 2018 8:05:11 GMT
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Post by Kimmy on May 22, 2018 16:21:00 GMT
There are three meetings to get stuck into this evening, with Flat action at Sligo along with jumps cards from Hexham and Huntingdon. Here are three runners to note
6.50 Sligo Thiswaycadeaux
Third in a 30-runner apprentice handicap at the Curragh last time out, Thiswaycadeaux has been running well of late, and her turn may not be far away.
That form from earlier in the month is working out, with the fifth, Dandys Gold, successful at Cork. Thiswaycadeaux has solid claims and should be in the mix.
4/1 Thiswaycadeaux 6:50 Sligo 7.10 Huntingdon Ready And Able Jonjo O'Neill's runners making their handicap debuts are always worth a second look, and Ready And Able could make an impact this evening.
There are plenty of winners within the five-year-old's pedigree and, while he has only hinted at ability in four previous starts, he starts handicapping from a mark of 110 and also gets to run on quicker ground for the first time.
10/1 Ready And Able 7:10 Huntingdon 8.30 Hexham Rising Marienbard
A seven-race maiden, Rising Marienbard has been showing gradual improvement, and turned in his best effort to date last time out when runner-up over hurdles at the track.
He now starts off over fences, which should be no problem judged on pedigree, and Rising Marienbard was victorious in an Irish point before joining trainer Lucinda Russell.
15/8 Rising Marienbard 8:30 Hexham
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Post by Kimmy on May 22, 2018 20:08:50 GMT
David Simcock’s overall strike-rate for juvenile newcomers improves from 13 per cent to 50 per cent when he sends them to Yarmouth and he’ll be hoping Wiretap (2.20) can enhance this record.
When PJF Murphy sends raiders over from Ireland he has a 43 per cent record. The form of the lightly raced four-year-old filly Taras Way (2.30, Ayr) is nothing to shout home about, but it would be no surprise to see that change here.
When Paul Henderson and Paddy Brennan join forces at Warwick they have a respectable 44 per cent strike-rate. Turban (4.45) is their runner at the Midlands venue and he looks to have a good chance in an open race.
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Post by Kimmy on May 22, 2018 20:09:33 GMT
Newmarket: David Milnes
Burford Brown (2.55 Yarmouth, nap)
Ran a decent eighth in a good-class maiden at Newmarket last September and should be suited by this easier level. Hugo Palmer's three-year-old has worked well on the Limekilns of late.
Others to follow Yarmouth 2.20 Legends Of War, 3.25 Widnes, 3.55 Max Liebermann, 4.25 Noble Star, 4.55 Seyasah, 5.25 Slow To Hand.
Kempton 5.55 Prime Minister, 6.25 Jawwaal, 6.55 On Route, 7.25 Dubai Horizon, 7.55 Tom's Rock, 8.25 Joyful Dream.
Evs Burford Brown 2:55 Yarmouth Lambourn: James Burn
Bailarico (3.55 Yarmouth, nap)
Won with something in hand on stable debut at Chepstow last week and looks up to defying a penalty in similar conditions.
Others to follow Ayr 2.00 Two Blondes, 4.35 Snowy Winter. Kempton 6.25 Motajaasid, 7.25 Shanghai Silver, 7.55 Spirit Of Belle, 8.55 Fortune And Glory. Southwell 6.05 Maestro Royal, 6.35 French Crusader, 8.35 Genius. Warwick 2.40 Malton Rose, 3.15 Sister Sibyl, 5.15 Barbados Blue. Yarmouth 4.25 Sayesse.
6/4 Bailarico 3:55 Yarmouth West Country: Andrew King
Serosevsky (2.10 Warwick, nap)
Won well around Exeter last time with ground conditions coming in his favour and he is expected to go well again.
Others to follow Warwick 2.40 Wait For Me 3.45 Zubayr 4.15 San Benedeto 4.45 Guerilla Tactics Kempton 7.25 Birds Of Prey.
2/1 Serosevsky 2:10 Warwick North: Richard Young
Club Wexford (3.35 Ayr, nap)
Stable in fine form and shaped as though coming to hand from double-figure draw over this trip on fast ground at Thirsk last weekend. On a good mark and fancied to reverse placings with Helovaplan on these terms.
Others to follow Kempton 5.55 Angelina D'Or, 7.25 Fire Fighting. Southwell 6.05 Brian Boranha, 6.35 Helmsley Lad, 7.05 Mini Dreams, 7.35 Bentons Lad, 8.05 Witness, 8.35 Muftakker. Warwick 3.25 Nietzsche. Yarmouth 2.55 Dosc, 4.25 Mujassam, 4.55 Kilbaha Lady.
5/1 Club Wexford 3:35 Ayr Racing Post Ratings: Paul Curtis
Sean O'Casey (3.25, Yarmouth)
A course-and-distance winner off a 6lb higher mark last May, he drops back into Class 5 company on turf for the first time since that win.
5/2 Sean O'Casey 3:25 Yarmouth Topspeed: Dave Edwards
Jet Streaming (4.35, Ayr)
Won twice in Ireland last season and produced an encouraging first run for Ian Williams at Goodwood recently. Has a bit to find on official figures but can rise to the challenge.
7/1 Jet Streaming 4:35 Ayr Longshot: Neil McCabe
Buzz (7.25, Kempton)
Unexposed four-year-old who showed promise on seasonal debut at Newbury, should appreciate step up in trip here and can go close.
11/2 Buzz 7:25 Kempton (AW) Ireland: Tony O'Hehir
Orion D'Aubrelle (7.45 Wexford)
The Willie Mullins-trained five-year-old appeals on his debut over fences. Lightly-raced over hurdles he produced easily his best effort when a close up fourth in a competitive handicap at the Punchestown festival last month, and although lacking the experience of many of his rivals, he can land tonight's beginners' chase over almost 3m2f.
ORION D'AUBRELLE 19:45 Wexford
Raceform Interactive Nugget
Bryony Frost is 1121 when riding over fences at Warwick (+£14.25 to £1 stakes), including one win from one ride for Neil King. She takes the mount on The Boss's Dream for that trainer at 4.45.
5/1 The Boss's Dream 4:45 Warwick Don't forget: Members can receive Pricewise Extra at 10am and The Extra Edge at noon daily on racingpost.com
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Post by Kimmy on May 23, 2018 7:18:38 GMT
WARWICK
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
2.10 Dead Right
2.40 Black Sam Bella
3.15 Sister Sibyl
3.45 Eskendash (nap)
4.15 Ozzie The Oscar (nb)
4.45 Guerrilla Tactics
5.15 Barbados Blue
GIMCRACK
2.10 Dead Right
2.40 Malton Rose
3.15 Dandy Dan
3.45 Unison
4.15 Capitoul
4.45 Turban
5.15 Avonmore
YARMOUTH
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
2.20 Legends Of War
2.55 Dosc
3.25 Sean O’Casey
3.55 Bailarico
4.25 Kaeso
4.55 Lunar Deity
5.25 Slow To Hand
GIMCRACK
2.20 Legends Of War (nb)
2.55 Dream For Life
3.25 Scoones
3.55 What A Party
4.25 Daring Guest
4.55 Seyasah
5.25 Slow To Hand
AYR
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
2.00 Two Blondes
2.30 Lily’s Prince
3.05 Star Cracker
3.35 Helovaplan
4.05 Tanasoq
4.35 Titi Makfi
5.05 Gworn
5.40 John Honeyman
GIMCRACK
2.00 Dame Freya Stark
2.30 Sienna Dream
3.05 Naples Bay
3.35 Kharbetation
4.05 Elysian Flyer
4.35 Jet Streaming (nap)
5.05 Gworn
5.40 John Honeyman
SOUTHWELL
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
5.35 Free Stone Hill
6.05 Brian Boranha
6.35 French Crusader
7.05 Lady Maleficent
7.35 Isle Road
8.05 Simply Lucky
8.35 Palixandre
GIMCRACK
5.35 Free Stone Hill
6.05 Maestro Royal
6.35 Earlshill
7.05 Lady Ingleby
7.35 Bentons Lad
8.05 Witness
8.35 Genius
KEMPTON
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
5.55 Angelina D’Or
6.25 Jawwaal
6.55 La Pelosa
7.25 Birds Of Prey
7.55 Spirit Of Belle
8.25 Divine Messenger
8.55 Narjes
GIMCRACK
5.55 Prime Minister
6.25 Tiara Gold
6.55 La Pelosa
7.25 Dash Of Spice
7.55 Himself
8.25 Bookmaker
8.55 Duke Of North
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Post by Kimmy on May 23, 2018 7:19:06 GMT
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Post by Kimmy on May 23, 2018 7:22:28 GMT
Racing was delayed by 50 minutes at Huntingdon on Tuesday evening after conditional jockey Fergus Gregory was knocked unconscious in a heavy fall in the 2m handicap hurdle.
Gregory was riding The Blue Bomber in the race landed by Stuccodor when the six-year-old suffered a fatal fall at the fifth.
Racecourse medical staff quickly attended the stricken Gregory and a delay to racing followed as the air ambulance was called, but later cancelled after the rider had regained consciousness.
He was taken by road to Addenbrooke's Hospital in Cambridge for further examination and x-rays while the delayed 6.40 race eventually went off at 7.30.
Gregory's boss, trainer Olly Murphy, told the Racing Post: "I understand Fergus was knocked out for several minutes in the very nasty looking incident, but fortunately regained consciousness and he has been taken to hospital by ambulance."
As a consequence of the delay, the hunter chase, which had been due to close the card at 8.40, was abandoned.
Later on Tuesday evening, Murphy issued a further update on Twitter, which read: "Thank you for all your well wishes for Fergus Gregory after his horrible fall @huntingdon_Race tonight. He's stable in hospital with a small bleed above his brain. He is in good hands and doctors are happy with the progress he's made. Well done @huntingdon_Race for your help."
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Post by dennisg on May 23, 2018 9:15:41 GMT
in today's sporting life...................... John Gosden believes Investec Coronation Cup favourite Cracksman is a markedly different horse now to the one that finished third in last year's Investec Derby. Having made a winning return to action in the Prix Ganay at ParisLongchamp, the son of Frankel will now bid to complete a hat-trick of Group One wins and give Gosden his first victory in the race. The victory of the Champion Stakes hero in France was given a timely boost on Saturday, with fourth-placed Rhododendron claiming a thrilling renewal of the Lockinge Stakes at Newbury. Gosden said: "I'm very happy with the horse and he has done everything right for us. "He went to ParisLongchamp about 85-90 per cent (fit). He has come on since then and we are very pleased with him. "He is versatile between a mile and a quarter and a mile and a half, and we are looking forward to running him there. "He has won over the track and he was third in the Derby, when he was probably lacking the maturity he had later in the year. "He is a horse that has had to grow and mature into his frame and his ability." He added: "He won his only start nicely at Newmarket as a two-year-old, but to me he was the unfinished product when he ran in the Derby, and in the Irish Derby he had to go round the whole field. "We gave him a holiday through the middle of the summer and he came back twice the horse he was. Like his father, he has a great stride on him and we are looking forward to running him a week on Friday." Charlie Appleby believes soft ground is no longer an essential requirement for dual Group One winner Hawkbill, who finished third in the Epsom showpiece 12 months ago. Appleby said: "This was his target and always has been after the Sheema Classic. "We are coming back here for the Coronation Cup for the starting point of his European season. We are happy with the way he looks and how he is training. "He was third last year behind Highland Reel - I know we've got Cracksman to beat, but we are pleased with our fellow. "He was always stamped as a soft-ground horse, but he ran well on quick ground in last year's Coronation Cup and he put up a career-best performance on good ground in the Sheema Classic." Aidan O'Brien could give the five-year-old Idaho the chance to emulate his brother Highland Reel, after returning to winning ways last time out in the Ormonde Stakes at Chester. The Ballydoyle trainer said: "We are thinking of running Idaho, and Yucatan is also a possible. "We were very happy with Idaho in Chester and we think he is still progressing, even though he is at the age he is."
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Post by dennisg on May 23, 2018 9:17:23 GMT
Aidan O'Brien's plans for the Investec Derby at Epsom are likely to be firmed up "towards the end of the week" - but there are no dangers that hot favourite Saxon Warrior will miss out. The Ballydoyle handler last year saddled six horses, including the winner, Wings Of Eagles, in the premier Classic. And it could be similar scenario in the Derby on Saturday week, with O'Brien once again poised to be mob-handed. Saxon Warrior will be O'Brien's chief contender after he brilliantly won the 2000 Guineas at Newmarket. Lingfield Derby Trial runner-up Kew Gardens, Delano Roosevelt and The Pentagon - respective second and third in the Derrinstown Derby Trial - and Dante third Zabriskie are also in the frame. O'Brien still has entered a clutch of other potential Derby runners, but plans at this stage remain fluid. He said: "It depends upon what the lads (owners Coolmore) want to do, really, but obviously all those horses are born, bred and raised to be Derby horses. "Obviously if they're in good shape and they're well, the lads like to give them their chance, like they did last year. "I'm not sure what they're really thinking at the moment "The lads haven't got together and spoke about what they want to do. I think that will happen towards the end of the week." Speaking at the Breakfast with the Stars event at Epsom on Tuesday morning, O'Brien issued a positive update on Saxon Warrior, who is to provide his trainer with a seventh Derby success. He said: "We are happy with Saxon Warrior and it's so far, so good with all the possibles. "We always thought he was a very high-quality colt and he's done everything right so far. "He's a very strong blend of Danehill, Galileo and Deep Impact. We haven't had anything like him before. He's exciting."
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Post by dennisg on May 23, 2018 9:19:08 GMT
Dutch Connection is set to drop back to seven furlongs following a fine comeback run over a mile in the Al Shaqab Lockinge Stakes at Newbury last Saturday. Trainer Charlie Hills is eyeing the Betway John of Gaunt Stakes at Haydock on June 9 next for the six-year-old, before another crack at the Lennox Stakes at Glorious Goodwood, which he won in 2016. The Lambourn handler was delighted with Dutch Connection's performance in finishing fourth to Rhododendron on his reappearance, after being slowly out of the stalls. "He ran a terrific race. He missed the break a little bit, but he travelled so well into it. I just think the mile does stretch him, really," said Hills. "We always said we will try to win another Lennox Stakes with him, so we will bring him back to seven furlongs next for the John of Gaunt at Haydock."
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