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Post by Kimmy on May 31, 2018 19:54:18 GMT
Newmarket: David Milnes
Altra Vita (6.50 Bath, nap)
Sir Mark Prescott's team are just beginning to roll and this daughter of Animal Kingdom could be well treated after three runs as a juvenile. The three-year-old is fit from recent work on the Al Bahathri.
Altra Vita 6:50 Bath Others to follow Epsom: 2.00 True Belief, 2.35 Able Jack, 3.10 Cracksman, 3.45 Ajman King, 4.30 Wild Illusion, 5.15 King's Shield, 5.50 Accession. Catterick: 3.35 Falcon's View. Bath: 6.50 Sigrid Nansen,7.25 Pastime, 8.30 Power To Exceed, 9.00 King Crimson. Doncaster: 6.00 Fashaak, 6.30 Ace Ventura,7.00 Agar's Plough, 7.35 Spanish City, 8.05 Shadow warrior, 8.40 Girls Talk,. Goodwood: 6.10 Oceanus, 6.40 Dubai Dominion, 7.10 Ghost Queen, 7.45 Magical Dreamer, 8.50 Dolcissimo
North: Colin Russell
Dr Richard Kimble (9.10 Doncaster, nap)
Finished clear of the remainder when runner-up at Haydock a week ago, and with the longer trip expected to suit is fancied to go one better.
Dr Richard Kimble 9:10 Doncaster Others to follow Catterick: 1.50 Akela Moon, 2.25 Royal Flag, 3.00 Eeh Bah Gum, 4.10 Brockholes, 4.55 Foxtrot Knight, 5.30 Mr Skinnylegs, 6.05 Money For Luck. Doncaster: 6.00 God Willing, 6.30 The Navigator, 7.00 Jungle Room, 7.35 Zodiakos, 8.05 Save The Bees, 8.40 Mail Order. Epsom: 2.00 Cosmic Law, 2.35 Masham Star, 3.45 Another Touch, 5.15 Lake Volta, 5.50 Clubbable. Goodwood: 6.10 Ravenhoe, 6.40 Main Edition, 8.15 Snookered. Market Rasen: 2.15 Teescomponents Max, 2.50 Mission Trio, 3.25 Pixiepot, 4.00 Traditional Dancer, 4.45 Larkhall, 5.20 Rear Admiral.
Lambourn: James Burn
Perfect Clarity (4.30 Epsom, nap)
The normally measured Clive Cox has been more Don King in talking up his Oaks contender, who should cope with conditions and can provide the trainer with a first Classic success.
Perfect Clarity 4:30 Epsom Others to follow Bath: 5.45 Langley Vale, 6.20 High Horse, 7.25 Arctic Sea, 7.55 Global Passion, 8.30 Hit The Beat, 9.00 Dreamboat Annie. Catterick: 1.50 Li Kui, 3.35 Elgin, 4.55 Thammin. Doncaster: 6.00 Lucky Louie, 6.30 Wafy, 7.35 Louie De Palma, 8.05 Come On Come On, 9.10 Moon Of Baroda. Epsom: 2.00 Its The Only Way, 2.35 High Acclaim, 3.10 Salouen, 3.45 Not So Sleepy, 5.15 Arrogant. Goodwood: 6.10 Born To Please, 6.40 Pogo, 7.45 Puds, 8.15 Past Master, 8.50 Tafawoq. Market Rasen: 1.40 Settie Hill.
West Country: Andrew King
Mister Musicmaster (7.25 Bath, nap)
Won this contest 12 months ago and expected to make a bold bid to repeat the feat with plenty in his favour.
Mister Musicmaster 7:25 Bath Others to follow Bath: 5.45 Toolatetodelegate, 6.20 Whataguy, 7.55 Coronation Cottage. Market Rasen: 1.40 Sizing Cusimano, 2.50 Georgina Joy, 3.25 All Together, 5.20 Mick Thonic. Goodwood: 6.10 Hawridge Glory, 8.15 Hawridge Flyer.
Racing Post Ratings: Sam Walker
Almoreb (7.35 Doncaster)
Improved throughout last year and still fairly treated judged on the pick of his form. Took a step in the right direction at Newmarket latest and if he can build on that he should be bang there.
Almoreb 7:35 Doncaster Topspeed: Dave Edwards
Magical Dreamer (7.45 Goodwood)
Could not match strides with a subsequent winner at Ripon on her last run but after a string of seconds richly deserves to get her head in front.
Magical Dreamer 7:45 Goodwood Longshot: Olly Eden
Brorocco (3:45 Epsom)
Previous C&D winner currently on a fair mark, should improve from seasonal debut, was an unlucky fifth in this race last year.
Brorocco 3:45 Epsom Ireland: Tony O'Hehir
Dumhach Thra (8.55 Tramore)
The form of the Mags Mullins-trained five-year-old's debut fourth at Punchestown in December has worked out well and with some improvement on the cards, the son of Milan should have a big chance of landing the bumper.
Dumhach Thra 8:55 Tramore The Raceform Interactive nugget
Sir Michael Stoute is 8/13 (62% +£31.02) with three-year-olds at Doncaster since 2015 that weren't competing in either handicaps or pattern races. He has Shareef Star in a novice event at 6.30.
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Post by Kimmy on May 31, 2018 19:56:44 GMT
SKY BET.
We head to Epsom tomorrow for the next classic in the racing calendar as the Fillies' tackle the mile and a half trip in the Investec Oaks at 4.30, live on ITV. We're got a huge offer in the nine runner race where we're paying 4 places instead of 3 on all each way bets.
Before that, we think the first race should set you up, not set you back. That's why it's Money Back as a Free Bet (up to £20) if your horse finishes 2nd in the 2.00.
We also have two further Extra Place races as we're paying 4 places instead of 3 in both the 3.45 & 5.50 at Epsom
First Race Special, Extra Places
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Post by Kimmy on May 31, 2018 20:26:12 GMT
Betting shop numbers have fallen for the fourth year running according to the latest industry statistics, with the Association of British Bookmakers claiming the pace of closures is set to accelerate.
Figures from the Gambling Commission's half-yearly update show the continuing shift to online gambling, while the total gross gambling yield (GGY) of the sector – the amount retained by operators after winnings have been paid out – rose to £13.9 billion in the year to September 2017, a 0.7 per cent increase on the previous period.
Betting shop numbers in Britain on March 31 this year stood at 8,532, a three per cent fall on the previous year.
All the major high street operators recorded a fall in betting shop numbers but it was the independent sector that appeared to be hit hardest, with numbers falling 10.8 per cent from 1,210 to 1,079 in the last year.
Retail bookmakers have claimed that the government's recent decision to cut the maximum stake on FOBTs to £2 from £100 could lead to as many as 4,000 betting shops closing over the next few years.
A spokesperson for the ABB said: "Betting shops have continued to close and nearly 1,000 good jobs have been lost on the high street in the past year alone.
"The total number of bookies has halved since the 1960s, with just 8,500 remaining.
"The government’s decision to reduce stakes on gaming machines by 98 per cent will accelerate this pace of closure."
The importance of gaming machines to the retail betting sector was illustrated by the fact they represented 58.2 per cent of total off-course GGY – up 1.7 percentage points – compared to 41.8 per cent over-the-counter.
Non-remote betting GGY decreased by £93.7m to total £3.3bn, making it the second largest sector by GGY.
The largest sector by GGY was remote (online)m constituting 35.2 per cent of the overall market with £4.9bn GGY, an increase of 3.7 per cent on the previous period.
Within the remote sector, casino games generated £2.7bn with remote betting totalling just short of £2bn, dominated by football (38.9 per cent) and horseracing (28 per cent) betting.
Headline figures
£13.9bn Total gross gambling yield (GGY) of Britain's gambling industry
£4.9bn Total GGY for the online sector
35% Market share of the remote sector
106,366 Total number of employees in Britain's gambling industry
8,532 Total number of betting shops in Britain
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Post by dennisg on Jun 1, 2018 6:26:12 GMT
in today's sporting life............... Ben Linfoot seeks out the best Value Bet selections for Investec Oaks day at Epsom and he has two bets away from the fillies' Classic. Recommended Bets: Value Bet, Oaks day 1pt win Cotubanama in 2.00 Epsom at 9/1 1pt win Brilliant Vanguard in 2.35 Epsom at 16/1 For details of advised bookmakers and each-way terms, visit our transparent tipping record The longer I look at the Investec Oaks the less I want to have a bet with the race decimated with significant absentees in recent weeks. Lah Ti Dar, Magical and Sea Of Class have all ended up missing the Epsom Classic and we’re left with a clear favourite in Wild Illusion, a filly that has a standout chance on the formbook. Her Group One win at Chantilly in the Prix Marcel Boussac last October is the best form in this race by a long way and that it came on soft ground is an added bonus considering the rain they’ve had at Epsom this week. On top of that her Guineas fourth is the best form from this season on show, as well, and she’s bred for a trip being out of winning two-miler Rumh, a daughter of Monsun. At 5/2 she looks a perfectly fair price, although enthusiasm for a bet is tempered by the fact Aidan O’Brien trains the next three in the market; Magic Wand, Forever Together and Bye Bye Baby, the trio available from 9/2 to 6/1. Any one of them could improve and win this, but picking the right one isn’t easy and I don’t really want to take on Wild Illusion anyway, despite being certain I would for the last week or so. Indeed, there look to be very few bets on the card. I’m looking forward to seeing Cracksman in the Investec Coronation Cup and Ajman King looks very solid in the Investec Wealth & Investment Handicap, too, his 5lb rise for a win over the course and distance last time looking pretty lenient, but neither appeal at skinny odds. I don’t want to take either of those two on, though, so the best race for a bet is the Investec Click & Invest Mile Handicap at 2.35, as there are a couple of infrequent winners fighting it out at the top of the market. To be fair, both Donncha and Masham Star are both very well handicapped on their best form and either could win this easily, but they have won just six races from 60 between them on turf and with a strike-rate like that I wouldn’t fancy dutching the pair at 6/4. Medburn Dream won well on his first start since being gelded at Windsor last time, but he’s up 6lb for that and his improvement has come on a better surface, while a potential battle for the lead with Masham Star might also be a negative for him. King’s Pavilion has won at Epsom and goes well with cut in the ground but he’s shortened up to a general 6/1, so the one that looks underestimated by the market is outsider of the field BRILLIANT VANGUARD at 16/1 (Coral, Bet Victor). Kevin Ryan’s horse rattled in a hat-trick last season and his wins were typified by one burst of speed that put the race to bed, something he hasn’t been able to unleash in three starts this season. That’s because he’s run in the Spring Mile at Doncaster, a big-field handicap at the Craven meeting and the Victoria Cup at Ascot, and he’s shown gradual improvement each time. Wild Illusion - fancied to win the Investec Oaks Wild Illusion: The one to beat in the Investec Oaks His best run of the season was indeed his last one, at Ascot, where he was only beaten five lengths in 13th (of 27) after travelling well throughout. Though they were split by the width of the track, there was only half a length between himself and Masham Star, as well, and they race off the same terms on Friday. From a fitness point of view he should be spot on, then, and from a handicapping point of view he should also be competitive. Now down to 88, his hat-trick last year came off ratings of 78, 84 and 89. The ground is a largely unknown variable. He won his maiden at Pontefract on soft but he’s mainly been kept away from it since. However, Fast Company progeny are 33/252 at 13 per cent on soft, a better strike-rate than I thought it might be. It’s worth a roll of the dice. His part owner Jimmy Chung Ghee Chua loves runners at Epsom and he also runs Mythical Madness in his solo colours, but while that horse has lost his way a bit and would be less likely to go on this ground, Brilliant Vanguard might well be fine on it and looks to be returning to peak form. Chasing a strong gallop in this smaller field could be right up his street. At 16/1, it’s worth a bet Shane Gray can deliver his challenge to perfection with that one withering run that landed him three in a row last season. Earlier on the Investec Woodcote EBF Stakes opens the meeting and this is a race Mick Channon targets having won it three times in the past. This year he saddles two but the one I like at the prices is COTUBANAMA at 9/1 (General). Her Salisbury win and Marygate sixth are arguably the best pieces of form in this race and the former was achieved in heavy ground so she should be absolutely fine in the conditions. All of her performances have suggested the step up to six furlongs would bring about further improvement and with three runs under her belt nothing in the line-up has more experience. She can use that and her five-furlong speed to get a good position as they make their way to the home straight and I’m struggling to fathom why she’s seventh-best in the market. Posted at 1700 BST on 31/05/18. Ben Linfoot's Value Bet aim: The Value Bet is designed to generate long-term profit by searching for overpriced horses in the feature weekend races and at the big Festivals in the UK. Running total: +348.14pts to advised stakes/prices (from inception of Value Bet column in January 2010 to current).
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Post by dennisg on Jun 1, 2018 6:27:58 GMT
ITV Racing's Oli Bell got three out of four in his most recent Saturday Yankee - can he land the holy grail of a Yankee four-timer on Investec Oaks day at Epsom? Oli Bell's Oaks Day Yankee Marie's Diamond - 2.00 Epsom 4 4 Marie's Diamond13 29-5OR: - 3/1 Form: 13T: M JohnstonJ: S De Sousa Last run Live betting powered by Medburn Dream - 2.35 Epsom 5 7 Medburn Dream25 58-13OR: 89CD 5/1 Form: 09958-1T: P HedgerJ: F Norton Last run Live betting powered by Ajman King - 3.45 Epsom 4 9 Ajman King37 49-6OR: 98CD 11/8 Form: 52/211-1T: R VarianJ: Andrea Atzeni Last run Live betting powered by Perfect Clarity - 4.30 Epsom 8 8 Perfect Clarity20 39-0OR: 100D 6/1 Form: 1-1T: C G CoxJ: A Kirby Last run Live betting powered by We almost hit the bullseye with last Saturday's Yankee but getting all four up remains elusive, hopefully Investec Oaks day can see all four darts hit the red bit. First up Marie's Diamond in the Woodcote but don't be fooled by the name, this boy is a full on colt. He ran well on his own in a good race at Newbury last time and could well go two better here. Next up we have Medburn Dream, a horse that is no longer a colt. The gelding operation seemed to have improved him at Windsor, though, so he can defy a 6lb rise here and go in again. In the 3.45 Ajman King is the Bell Banker. He won very cosily here last time over the course and distance and I spat my orange juice all over the breakfast table when I saw he'd only gone up 5lb. Finally, Perfect Clarity can land the feature Investec Oaks for Clive Cox. She was impressive in the Lingfield Oaks Trial and her trainer was very happy with her at Breakfast With The Stars. She looks underestimated.
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Post by dennisg on Jun 1, 2018 6:29:42 GMT
Trainer and columnist Richard Fahey guides us through another bumper weekend team, including Epsom hope Cosmic Law who kicks things off on Friday. Best chances: 1415 Musselburgh 5 6 Red Balloons14 28-9OR: - 7/2 Form: 3T: R A FaheyJ: P Hanagan Last run 1450 Musselburgh 5 6 Exhort16 38-11OR: 82D 11/4 Form: 2116-42T: R A FaheyJ: P Hanagan Last run 1650 Musselburgh 3 4 Paddy Power22 59-4OR: 82D 7/1 Form: 118-047T: R A FaheyJ: P Hanagan Last run Cosmic Law is quite a laid-back horse and I thought he did well to win at Carlisle last time. The penny dropped and he flew home that day - PJ McDonald said he couldn’t pull him up. He needs to step up again in the Investec Woodcote EBF Stakes at Epsom and be more professional, but he's quite a nice horse with a good mind. You never know how they’re going to cope with Epsom until you run them there but I hope he goes well. I’d be surprised if Another Touch can beat Ajman King in the Investec Wealth & Investment Handicap having been third to him here last time. We’re five pounds better off in the weights but we’ll see if that’s enough. It doesn’t look it. My fellow won’t mind the ground which is in his favour, but we could've done with a bigger pull if we're going to beat the favourite. Clubbable is drawn wider than ideal in the closing Investec Zebra Handicap. We’ll need luck from out there in 10 but the form of her York win is starting to work out with fourth home Cavatina winning at Leicester in the week. My filly will zip around Epsom, is game and genuine and is capable of going well if she can overcome the wide post. Right Action needs to step up on what he’s been doing in the same race but is a consistent horse who likes the track. He should have won here last year and while he’s also wider than ideal (12), he has an each-way chance. Saturday: Snail's race Indomeneo is our first Saturday runner in the Investec Private Banking Handicap. He’d run two ordinary races this year before we stepped him up in trip at Ripon and he won well. He has no weight on his back and trip and ground are fine – he just needs his A-game and if he brings that should go well. Dance Diva has been running well all year. If she handles the track she’d have a chance in the Princess Elizabeth Stakes as I’ve seen stronger renewals of the race. Gabrial was second in the Investec Diomed Stakes last year and is in good order heading there again. He’s a hard horse to win with but never lets us down. I’d love to see him get his head in front again and he doesn't have all that much to find. Gabrial seen winning the Lincoln many moons ago Brian The Snail has always worked very well but it just didn’t happen on the track last season. He’s had his wind done over the winter and we hope that puts him right. He is very fit and very well going into the Investec Asset Management Handicap and I hope we have him back on track. He’s a horse I’d like to see get into the Wokingham. Red Balloons is a filly I like. She got beat at Thirsk first time but has a lot of speed and I think Musselburgh will suit her. She runs in the ebfstallions.com Edinburgh Castle Stakes and it will be interesting to see how she goes. Exhort is another we like a lot. She’s been beaten twice this season which surprised us but if she gets it all together will go close in the Margaret McGladery Celebrates Ladies Day Fillies' Handicap. The Stobo Castle Ladies' Day Gold Cup Fillies' Stakes is quite a warm race. It has been the target for Maggies Angel since the start of the season and she goes into it very fit and very well despite being off for the best part of a year. Paddy Power is in great form ahead of the Madeleine Cup Handicap. Slowly the handicapper has started to give him a bit of a chance and if all went well here I wouldn’t be surprised to see him win - he certainly has the ability. Odds On Oli ran well at Doncaster last time and steps up in trip for the Betfred 'Supports Jack Berry House' Handicap back at the same track. We think it will suit and if he improves for it he’d have a big chance despite it being a competitive race. We also run Dontguveuponbob. He has two ways of running and on a going day would have a small chance. I think this is more of his trip than the mile-and-a-half at York last time. Sugar Coating is a filly we like but we’ll struggle to beat Mokaatil in the Betfred 'Like Us On Facebook' Novice Stakes. He’s rated 101 and at the moment these races are just giving the better horses a good chance to win again, which I don’t agree with.
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Post by dennisg on Jun 1, 2018 6:31:34 GMT
Get the thoughts of the trainers and the Man On The Spot verdict for Friday's Investec Coronation Cup at Epsom. View from connections Aidan O'Brien admits the forecast soft ground is not ideal for any of his five runners in the Investec Oaks at Epsom on Friday. It is 20 years since the Ballydoyle handler first claimed the fillies' Classic with Shahtoush and he has since stretched his tally to six with Imagine (2001), Alexandrova (2006), Was (2012), Qualify (2015) and Minding (2016). This year's challenge is headed by Magic Wand and Forever Together, who finished first and second respectively in the Cheshire Oaks a little over three weeks ago. O'Brien said: "Magic Wand is in good form and we've been happy with her since Chester. She's progressed with all her runs so far this year. I'm not sure about the ground. She ran in bad ground the first day and ran well, but she progressed a lot to her second run. I don't think the soft ground is ideal for any of ours, really, but I suppose a lot of horses are in the same boat." Of Forever Together, the trainer added: "She's in good form and ran very well at Chester, too. She has come forward as well, we think. Obviously the ground we're not sure about but we're happy with her." Bye Bye Baby is another interesting contender for the all-conquering team following a Group Three triumph in the Blue Wind Stakes at the Curragh. Lingfield Oaks Trial third Flattering and I Can Fly, who disappointed in the 1000 Guineas at Newmarket, complete the O'Brien team. "Bye Bye Baby has form with ease in the ground. She stays and is a tough, hardy filly," said O'Brien. "She seems to have handled the soft ground in the past and is in good form since the Curragh. "Flattering has form on soft ground as well, and we've always thought she would stay a mile and a half. She's been in good form since Lingfield. I Can Fly is in in good form. She was disappointing in the Guineas and we're not sure the reason why. She's out of a Montjeu mare so we think, and hope, that she might get the trip. She will be ridden patiently. We're happy with her and her work has been very nice since Newmarket." Charlie Appleby believes Wild Illusion has plenty going for her when she strives for Classic glory. Ground conditions and the extra distance are just two of the factors the Godolphin trainer feels will help the Dubawi filly. She won the Group One Prix Marcel Boussac on soft going at Chantilly and ran an excellent trial for the Oaks when a staying-on fourth in the 1000 Guineas at Newmarket on her seasonal debut. Appleby said: "She's going in the race off the back of a good trial in the 1000 Guineas. We always felt and hoped that stepping up in trip would be her forte. With the conditions likely to be testing she has proven Group One form on soft ground. She ticks a lot of the boxes. At the end of the day, it is the Oaks so you have to respect every runner and you have to handle the track, but I couldn't be happier with her. She is a very straightforward filly - ever since day one. She has raced close to the pace in the past because we always felt she just wants a trip." Wild Illusion represents the best chance so far of Classic success for Appleby and jockey William Buick, who was also pleased with her effort at Newmarket. "She ran a lovely race on her comeback in the 1000 Guineas and is a filly who will appreciate stepping up in trip," said the jockey. Her form is very solid and she's never done anything wrong. She's very stoutly bred on the dam's side and, being by Dubawi, has a great pedigree. You would like to think the distance not being an inconvenience for her and she seems straightforward." Clive Cox is also chasing that elusive first Classic triumph and in Perfect Clarity he has good reason to be optimistic. The Nathaniel filly won her sole start as a juvenile and maintained her unbeaten record by taking the Lingfield Oaks Trial in good style. Cox told At The Races: "I'm delighted with the way she's growing up and maturing. She's a lovely filly and I'm looking forward to running her. She's the best middle-distance horse I think we've had the pleasure of having. She's got a change of gear, she stays and she's done everything right so far." William Haggas feels the soft ground will play to the strengths of Give And Take. The daughter of Cityscape booked her place at Epsom with victory in the Musidora Stakes at York, where the ground was good to firm. "I think she's come forward for her win at York. She looks great and is in really good shape," said Haggas. Her problem is she has quite a lot to find but a nine-runner field is good for us. Whether she is quite good enough, we will see, but soft ground won't hinder her at all." Man On The Spot verdict 9 1 Wild Illusionp26 39-0OR: 113 5/2 Form: 131-4T: C ApplebyJ: W Buick Last run Live betting powered by Ryan Moore partners Magic Wand of the five Ballydoyle runners and the latter beat stablemate Forever Together to win the Cheshire Oaks last month. Bye Bye Baby won a Group 3 at the Curragh last time but Flattering was beaten by Perfect Clarity in the Oaks Trial at Lingfield and Clive Cox’ unbeaten filly could go well. Give And Take won the Musidora at York with Ejtyah back in third and should handle today’s soft going while I Can Fly finished behind fourth-placed WILD ILLUSION (NAP) at Newmarket in last month’s 1000 Guineas. The Godolphin filly looks to have the right credentials for this having won the Group 1 Prix Marcel Boussac in soft ground at Chantilly last year and her dam scored over 2m so stamina should not be an issue. She gets the vote to land today’s Classic.
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 1, 2018 8:32:37 GMT
EPSOM DOWNS
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
2.00 Cotubanama
2.35 King’s Pavilion
3.10 Cracksman
3.45 Banditry (nb)
4.30 Wild Illusion
5.15 Kings Shield
5.50 Juanito Chico (nap)
GIMCRACK
2.00 Cosmic Law
2.35 King’s Pavilion
3.10 Cracksman
3.45 Ajman King
4.30 Forever Together (nap)
5.15 Kings Shield (nb)
5.50 Juanito Chico
CATTERICK
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
1.50 Li Kui
2.25 St Malo
3.00 Machree
3.35 Saroog
4.10 Lady In Question
4.55 Foxtrot Knight
5.30 Mitchum
6.05 Bee Machine
GIMCRACK
1.50 Akela Moon
2.25 Royal Flag
3.00 Donny Belle
3.35 Elgin
4.10 Lady In Question
4.55 Lucky Beggar
5.30 Mitchum
6.05 Glyder
GOODWOOD
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
6.10 Pickett’s Charge
6.40 Main Edition
7.10 Ghost Queen
7.45 Magical Dreamer
8.15 Albizzia
8.50 Ganayem
GIMCRACK
6.10 Bluff Crag
6.40 Main Edition
7.10 Arishka
7.45 Magical Dreamer
8.15 Hawridge Flyer
8.50 Ganayem
BATH
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
5.45 Toolatetodelegate
6.20 High Horse
6.50 Altra Vita
7.25 Arctic Sea
7.55 Waseem Faris
8.30 Charming Guest
9.00 King Crimson
GIMCRACK
5.45 Toolatetodelegate
6.20 High Horse
6.50 Zarrar
7.25 Wind In My Sails
7.55 Met By Moonlight
8.30 On A Roll
9.00 Prominna
MARKET RASEN
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
1.40 Settie Hill
2.15 Windspiel
2.50 St Andrews
3.25 Desiremoi D’Authie
4.00 Bodega
4.45 Iona Days
5.20 Pretty Reckless
GIMCRACK
1.40 Settie Hill
2.15 Key To The West
2.50 Visage Blanc
3.25 All Together
4.00 Call To Order
4.45 That’s The Deal
5.20 Mick Thonic
DONCASTER
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
1.40 Settie Hill
2.15 Windspiel
2.50 St Andrews
3.25 Desiremoi D’Authie
4.00 Bodega
4.45 Iona Days
5.20 Pretty Reckless
GIMCRACK
1.40 Settie Hill
2.15 Key To The West
2.50 Visage Blanc
3.25 All Together
4.00 Call To Order
4.45 That’s The Deal
5.20 Mick Thonic
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 1, 2018 8:33:06 GMT
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 1, 2018 8:37:09 GMT
Friday: going, weather & non-runners Bath GOING: GOOD TO FIRM (Good in places) (GoingStick 8.6) WEATHER: Scattered showers STALLS: 5f,5.5f & 1m6f - Centre; 1m - Inside Catterick GOING: GOOD (Good to firm in places) (Watered) (Rail movements: R2, 4, 5, 6, 7 & 8 +9yds) WEATHER: Thunderstorm STALLS: Inside Doncaster GOING: GOOD TO FIRM (Watered) (GoingStick 8.9) (Rail movements: R5, 6, & 7 +6yds) WEATHER: Thunderstorm STALLS: Straight course - Stands' side; Round course - Inside NON RUNNERS: 6:30 Collide (7) Epsom GOING: SOFT (Good to soft in places) (GoingStick: Overall - 5.7; Home straight - Stands' side 5.5, Far side 5.0) (Rail movements: R1 +8yds, R2, 3, 4 & 5 +12yds, R6 & 7 +10yds) WEATHER: Scattered showers STALLS: 6f - Outside; 1m4f - Centre; Remainder - Inside Goodwood GOING: SOFT (Good to soft in places) (GoingStick 6.0) WEATHER: Scattered showers STALLS: Straight course - Stands' side; 1m4f - Outside; 1m & 1m1f - Inside NON RUNNERS: 8:50 Bedwyyah (4) Market Rasen GOING: GOOD (Watered) (GoingStick: Hdl 8.2, Chs 7.9) (Rail movements: R1, 3 & 5 +228yds, R2 & 7 +174yds, R4 +168yds, R6 +240yds) WEATHER: Thunderstorm NON RUNNERS: 2:15 League Of His Own (8) Tramore GOING: GOOD (Watered) WEATHER: Cloudy
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 1, 2018 8:42:12 GMT
RP Spotlight.
Wild Illusion 4.30 Epsom
Out of 1m2f Listed winner who stayed 2m well in handicaps; showed deep stamina reserves when winning a Group 1 at Chantilly on her final 2yo start (1m, soft) and did really well to be fourth against sharper types in the 1,000 Guineas on her reappearance; has a tendency to change legs but if she handles the track she is hard to pass over on ground that suits.
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 1, 2018 13:38:54 GMT
SATURDAY.
FREE TO AIR TV RACES 2:00 EPSOM Investec Private Banking Handicap Cl2 (3yo 0-105) 1m2f ITV 11 runners 2:35 EPSOM Princess Elizabeth Stakes (Sponsored By Investec) (Group 3) (Fillies & Mares) Cl1 (3yo+) 1m½f ITV 8 runners 3:10 EPSOM Investec Diomed Stakes (Group 3) Cl1 (3yo+) 1m½f ITV 8 runners 3:45 EPSOM Investec Corporate Banking "Dash" Handicap Cl2 (3yo+) 5f ITV 20 runners 4:30 EPSOM Investec Derby (Group 1) (Entire Colts & Fillies) Cl1 (3yo) 1m4f ITV 12 runners
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 1, 2018 13:39:36 GMT
SATURDAY.
SCOOP 6 2:00 EPSOM Investec Private Banking Handicap Cl2 (3yo 0-105) 1m2f ITV 11 runners 3:40 DONCASTER Betfred Watch Sky Sports In Our Shops Handicap Cl2 (3yo) 1m6½f ATR 9 runners 3:45 EPSOM Investec Corporate Banking "Dash" Handicap Cl2 (3yo+) 5f ITV 20 runners 4:30 EPSOM Investec Derby (Group 1) (Entire Colts & Fillies) Cl1 (3yo) 1m4f ITV 12 runners 5:15 EPSOM Investec Out Of The Ordinary Handicap Cl2 (4yo+ 0-105) 1m4f RUK 19 runners 5:50 EPSOM Investec Asset Management Handicap (For The Tokyo Trophy) Cl2 (4yo+ 0-105) 6f RUK 16 runners
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 1, 2018 13:40:57 GMT
Saxon Warrior's participation in the Investec Derby will be responsible for unprecedented attention in Japan, where the Classic will be broadcast live for the first time because of the extraordinary popularity of his sire Deep Impact.
The race will be screened on Japan’s specialist horseracing channel the Green Channel, while Saxon Warrior’s fate will be the focus of Sunday’s edition of Good Morning Japan, broadcast on NHK, the country’s only public broadcast station, in coverage facilitated by Racecourse Media Group and Jockey Club Racecourses.
Good Morning Japan regularly attracts 11-12 million viewers, and should Saxon Warrior win the story will be run on NHK’s news bulletins too, such is the interest in Deep Impact, Japan's most famous racehorse and the world's most expensive advertised stallion.
In addition, Fuji TV, the leading commercial broadcaster in Japan, will be airing a one-hour documentary dedicated to Saxon Warrior’s bid for victory in Britain’s richest race, which is expected to be viewed by an audience of a six to eight million
The documentary team have been based in the UK and Ireland over the last month and filmed in Newmarket and at Ballydoyle, where the colt is based.
Permission to simulcast overseas races in Japan is usually granted only if the field contains a Japanese-owned runner, but a son of Deep Impact being hot favourite for the world's most famous Flat race was deemed a good enough reason in this case.
Stephen Wallis, the Jockey Club’s international director, said: “Saxon Warrior’s participation in the Investec Derby has triggered an explosion of media coverage in Japan.
"The interest is a result of the Japanese people's high regard for the tradition and heritage associated with the race, blended with their fanaticism for Saxon Warrior’s sire Deep Impact.
“The Japan Racing Association has been a huge help in facilitating the media coverage in Japan, which will result in around 20 million viewers there being able to follow the story of Saxon Warrior’s bid for Derby glory.”
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 1, 2018 13:41:54 GMT
Saxon Warrior, who was initially pushed out to 11-10 by some firms and as big as 6-5 with Betway as a result of his draw later firmed up to around even money or 10-11. He will be bidding to become a record-equalling seventh Derby winner for trainer Aidan O'Brien and the first to complete the Guineas-Derby double since Camelot for the same connections six years ago.
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 1, 2018 13:42:40 GMT
Trainer Lee Rossi has been given a one-year ban and $10,000 fine by the Churchill Downs stewards after one of his runners tested positive for crystal meth.
The Class A drug Dextromethamphetamine was found in a blood sample from Our Bernattete after she had finished fourth in a maiden claimer at the Kentucky track on November 15 last year.
A highly addictive drug, which famously featured in the critically acclaimed crime drama Breaking Bad, crystal meth acts upon the central nervous system in humans, boosting the brain chemical dopamine while producing unusually accelerated heart and breathing rates.
Amphetamines can aid breathing disorders in humans as well as combating fatigue. It has been administered to horses previously under the belief it could help them run faster.
Rossi, 73, has held a training licence since the 1970s. His one winner, from 16 runners, in 2018 has been Our Bernattete, who was successful at Delta Downs in January.
During his lengthy career Rossi has had only one previous penalty, a $100 fine for not having foal papers on file at Mountaineer Park in 2014.
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 1, 2018 13:43:37 GMT
Oliver Brown, the British menswear tailor and 'official licensee' to Royal Ascot, will be donating five per cent of profits from the sale of all accessories from its Royal Ascot Collection to the Injured Jockeys Fund.
Ascot's chief commercial officer Juliet Slot said: “We proudly support the valuable work of the Injured Jockeys Fund, both at Ascot racedays and for the duration of Royal Ascot.
"In 2017 we raised more than £20,000 through initiatives such as donating £1 from every fine dining cover sold and inviting IJF tipsters to entertain and educate racegoers during their day at the races.
"Oliver Brown’s initiative to further raise funds and awareness complements our own work with the IJF and we wholeheartedly support the campaign.”
The collection will be on sale at oliverbrown.org.uk, in the flagship Oliver Brown store located at 75 Lower Sloane Street, London, as well as at Ascot.
The initiative launches today and runs until August 31.
Death of Gygistar
Grade 1 winner Gygistar has died in Lexington, Kentucky, aged 19.
The gelding's death was reported on the social media accounts of Diana Baker, who had cared for him following his retirement from racing. Her husband, Chris Baker, had been farm manager for the Spring Hill Farm of the late Edward P Evans, who bred and raced Gygistar.
"Gygi was a handful both on and off the track," Baker wrote. "My family gave Gygi a home when his breeder/my husband’s late boss died. It has been a joy, a challenge, and an honour. We loved him. He has left a huge void."
Gygistar earned $1,110,385, with his top-level triumph coming in the 2002 King's Bishop Stakes at Saratoga.
Hughes loving life as a jockey
Love Island star Chris Hughes has passed an assessment on his riding ability at the Northern Racing College, taking him a step closer to fulfilling his dream of becoming a jockey.
Hughes is due to compete in the 'Best Western Hotels & Macmillan Ride of their Lives' charity race at York a fortnight on Saturday.
His next challenge is a fitness test, at Jack Berry House this Tuesday, which he needs to pass before being allowed in the race, which raises money for Macmillan Cancer Support.
Hughes can be supported at Just Giving.
Tests included sessions on mechanical training horses, before going out on the gallops on former racehorses to ride at speed and practice starts.
Hughes, an ambassador for Coral, said: “I enjoyed it, it was a great day, and we all passed, which was the main thing. It was good to do the rider assessment and get it out the way. It’s a confidence booster to know you’re capable of doing the race.
"I’m very keen to win. I think everyone is, but we just want to have fun. I'd say that’s the main thing, but I do want to win.”
Follow Hughes' journey to becoming a jockey at Coral/Loveracing
Two awards for Ayr
Ayr has been voted Sports Venue of the Year at the third 2018 Scottish Hospitality Awards held at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Glasgow.
The finalists in the category included Hampden Park, Celtic Park, Ibrox Park, Hamilton racecourse and Murrayfield Stadium.
It is the second occasion Ayr has claimed the honour having been crowned the first winner in 2016.
The aim of the awards is to acknowledge the success of local professionals and establishments from restaurants and hotels to festivals and venues. The winners are chosen by members of the public.
At the same awards ceremony Ayr’s Western House Hotel was crowned Hotel of the Year after first winning the regional category.
Ayr racecourse and Western House Hotel managing director David Brown said: “It's a huge honour to receive these two prestigious awards. Being voted Sports Venue of the Year is a tremendous achievement for the racecourse team when you consider the major sporting venues there are in Scotland."
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 1, 2018 18:03:56 GMT
Bath, 01 Jun 18 Fixture Note After Race 1, the Going was changed to Good, Good to Soft in places (from Good to Firm, Good in Places) Race 1 - 5:45pm THE BRICK PEERS LTD HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for LANGLEY VALE and MOLLY JONES to go early to post.
An enquiry was held to consider interference approaching the winning line when the winner, VINCENZO COCCOTTI (USA), ridden by Joshua Bryan, interfered with MONARCH MAID, placed second, ridden by Sophie Ralston, which in turn interfered with TOOLATETODELEGATE, placed fourth, ridden by Finley Marsh, which in turn interfered with LANGLEY VALE, placed fifth, ridden by Hollie Doyle. Bryan was suspended for 4 days for careless riding as approaching the winning line, he allowed his mount to drift left-handed without correction, causing interference to the horses on his inside.
Following the race, Kieran O’Neill reported that DREAMS OF GLORY, unplaced, hung right-handed. The representative of Milton Bradley reported that COMPTON PRINCE, unplaced, was unsuited by the ground, which was officially described as Good, Good to Soft in places following the race, and would prefer a quicker surface.
Race 2 - 6:20pm THE EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for ANTHEM OF PEACE (AUS) to go early to post and SUNSPRITE (IRE) wore earplugs which were removed at the start.
The Starter reported that WHATAGUY refused to enter the stalls and was withdrawn at 6.25pm. Paul Nicholls was informed that the colt could not run until the day after passing a stalls test.
Inside the final furlong, HIGH HORSE (IRE), placed second, hung slightly left-handed, making slight contact with the winner, SUNSPRITE (IRE), before that colt hung right-handed, in turn making contact with HIGH HORSE (IRE), but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Following the race, Dougie Costello reported that EYE OF THE WATER (IRE), placed fourth, ran greenly.
Race 3 - 6:50pm THE CHARLES SAUNDERS GOOD MORNING FOODS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Following the race, Martin Dwyer reported that ZARRAR (IRE), placed third, hung left-handed in the closing stages. View Stewards report Catterick Bridge, 01 Jun 18 Race 1 - 1:50pm THE BRITISH EBF SUPPORTING RACING TO SCHOOL NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for LEGAL TENDER (IRE) to go early to post.
Inside the final furlong, STAYCATION (IRE), placed third, hung right-handed taking the winner, LI KUI off its intended line, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Approaching the line, the winner LI KUI lugged left at the same time as STAYCATION (IRE), placed third, shifted marginally right causing contact between them 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 LI KUI.
Race 2 - 2:25pm THE RACING CAREERS DAY SELLING STAKES (CLASS 6) Following the race, Ben Robinson reported that ROYAL FLAG, placed fourth, was never travelling.
Race 3 - 3:00pm THE LIONWELD KENNEDY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that the winner, EEH BAH GUM (IRE), had lost its right hind shoe.
The performance of MACHREE (IRE) which started second favourite and finished fifth of six, beaten 5½ lengths, was considered. Declan Carroll’s representative could offer no explanation for the filly’s performance. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the filly failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 6 - 4:55pm THE WATCH RACING UK ANYWHERE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Following the race, Jane Elliott, the rider of FOXTROT KNIGHT, placed eighth, reported that her saddle slipped shortly after the start.
Race 7 - 5:30pm THE RACING AGAIN 9TH JUNE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV I) Permission was given for AMHERST ROCK to wear a hood in the Parade Ring.
Following the race, Paul Mulrennan reported that KACHESS, unplaced was never travelling. Connor Murtagh reported that LITTLE POEM, placed eighth, hung left-handed in the straight.
Race 8 - 6:05pm THE RACING AGAIN 9TH JUNE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV II) Permission was given for COOL STRUTTER (IRE) and MONEY FOR LUCK (IRE) to go early to post.
An enquiry was held to consider the placings in this race after interference inside the final ½ furlong, when the winner, MONEY FOR LUCK (IRE), ridden by Kieran Schofield interfered with NIFTY NIECE (IRE), placed second. Being a 7lb claimer, Schofield was accompanied in the enquiry by Brian Ellison. The Stewards considered that the interference had improved MONEY FOR LUCK (IRE)’s placing as the interference caused NIFTY NIECE (IRE) to be bumped and taken off her intended line, losing momentum and ground, before rallying to finish a fast diminishing head. Therefore the placings were revised as follows: 1st NIFTY NIECE (IRE), 2nd MONEY FOR LUCK (IRE), 3rd BEE MACHINE (IRE) and 4th COOL STRUTTER (IRE). Schofield was cautioned for careless riding as he allowed his mount to drift right without correction.
Following the race, Phil Dennis reported that SILK MILL BLUE, placed sixth, was denied a clear run in the home straight. View Stewards report Epsom Downs, 01 Jun 18 Race 1 - 2:00pm THE INVESTEC WOODCOTE EBF STAKES (CONDITIONS RACE) (CLASS 2) (PLUS 10 RACE) Following the race William Buick reported that TRUE BELIEF (IRE), unplaced, ran wide on the bend.
Race 2 - 2:35pm THE INVESTEC CLICK & INVEST MILE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) MASHAM STAR (IRE) wore earplugs which were removed at the start.
An enquiry was held to consider the placings in this race after interference on the run to the line when the winner, MEDBURN DREAM, ridden by Franny Norton, hung right-handed across the course taking MYTHICAL MADNESS, placed second, ridden by James Doyle, off its intended line. The Stewards considered that the interference had not improved MEDBURN DREAM’s placing as the gelding was going away at the line and the winning distance was 1 ¼ lengths. Norton was suspended for 3 days for careless riding as he had allowed his horse to drift right, over some distance, without sufficient correction.
Race 3 - 3:10pm THE INVESTEC CORONATION CUP (CLASS 1) (Group 1) IDAHO (IRE) wore earplugs.
The performance of IDAHO (IRE), which finished fourth, beaten 8 ¼ lengths, was considered. Aidan O’Brien could offer no explanation for the colt’s performance other than it may have been unsuited by the soft, good to soft in places, ground, and would prefer a faster surface.
Following the race William Buick reported that HAWKSBILL (USA), placed fifth, stopped quickly.
Race 4 - 3:45pm THE INVESTEC WEALTH & INVESTMENT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Permission was given for BROROCCO to go early to post.
Approximately 1 ½ furlongs out NATIVE FIGHTER (IRE), unplaced, hung quickly left-handed taking NEVER SURRENDER (IRE), unplaced, slightly off its intended line, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
The performance of MARATHA (IRE), which finished unplaced, was considered. Stuart Williams could offer no explanation for the gelding’s performance.
Race 5 - 4:30pm THE INVESTEC OAKS (CLASS 1) (Group 1) Following the race the Veterinary Officer reported that FLATTERING (IRE), placed fifth, lost her left fore shoe and Jamie Spencer reported that EJTYAH, unplaced, was never travelling.
Race 6 - 5:15pm THE INVESTEC SURREY STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) A Stipendiary Steward reported that he witnessed a ½ lb lead weight drop out of William Buick’s breeches after weighing out. The Stipendiary Steward and Buick were interviewed. Buick explained that he was not intending to carry the weight but was going to replace it with a drink of water. The rider was re-weighed prior to the race and drew the correct weight on weighing in. Buick was fined £650.
Race 7 - 5:50pm THE INVESTEC ZEBRA HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Permission was given for BELLE MEADE (IRE) to wear a hood in the parade ring only and for PASTORAL PLAYER to go early to post.
After the first furlong PASTORAL PLAYER, unplaced, hung left-handed on to GALLOWAY HILLS, unplaced, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
At the top of the hill GALLOWAY HILLS, unplaced, whilst running freely, interfered with RIPP ORF (IRE), placed sixth, who clipped heels, and with JUANITO CHICO (IRE), unplaced, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Adam Kirby reported that JUANITO CHICO (IRE), unplaced, suffered interference in running and Silvestre De Sousa reported that GALLOWAY HILLS, ran too freely. View Stewards report Goodwood, 01 Jun 18 Race 1 - 6:10pm THE GOODWOOD SUPPORTS CANCER RESEARCH UK AMATEUR RIDERS' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) PRETTY JEWEL wore ear plugs which were removed at the start and was given permission to be mounted on the chute.
Following the race, Mr Patrick Millman reported that HAWRIDGE GLORY (IRE), unplaced, ran flat and Katherine Begley reported that DELICATE KISS, unplaced, stumbled leaving the stalls and was never travelling.
Race 3 - 7:10pm THE GOLF AT GOODWOOD MEDIAN AUCTION MAIDEN FILLIES' STAKES (CLASS 5) (PLUS 10 RACE) Permission was given for BRELADES BAY (IRE) to wear a hood in the Parade Ring.
Race 4 - 7:45pm THE FABCO SANCTUARY/BRITISH EBF FILLIES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Permission was given for MAGICAL DREAMER (IRE) to wear a hood in the Parade Ring and to be mounted on the chute. View Stewards report Market Rasen, 01 Jun 18 Race 2 - 2:15pm THE LORD BRADFORD OF DRAYTON HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) The performance of WINDSPIEL (FR), which finished seventh of seven, was considered. Tom Cannon reported that the gelding was never travelling and David Arbuthnot could offer no further explanation for WINDSPIEL (FR)’s performance. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding during routine testing revealed it had lost its left hind shoe and was slightly lame on its left hind.
Race 3 - 2:50pm THE SUPER STONIC NOVICES' HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Permission was given for GEORGINA JOY to go early to post.
Race 4 - 3:25pm THE HYBRID CHALLENGE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Permission was given for CRAGGAKNOCK to go early to post.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that INSTANT KARMA (IRE), placed sixth, lost its right hind shoe.
Race 5 - 4:00pm THE SPORTY STINGER HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) The performance of NOTNOW SEAMUS, which started favourite and was pulled up, was considered. The representative of Dan Skelton could offer no explanation for the gelding’s performance. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of NOTNOW SEAMUS, during routine testing, failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 6 - 4:45pm THE SUPERB SORENTO HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) The Clerk of the Scales reported that Mr Charlie Todd, the rider of THE SOCIETY MAN (IRE), placed seventh, trained by Michael Chapman, had weighed in at 9st 10lbs having weighed out at 9st 7lbs. The rider, the trainer and the Clerk of the Scales were interviewed. Todd was suspended for 1 day for weighing in at 3lb overweight.
Following the race, Thomas Dowson reported that his saddle slipped on SCORPO (IRE), which was pulled up.
Race 7 - 5:20pm THE SPECTACULAR SPORTAGE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) PRETTY RECKLESS (IRE) wore earplugs.
The winner, RED SQUARE REVIVAL (IRE), appeared to show an improvement in form compared with its previous run at Worcester on 10 May 2018 where the gelding was pulled up. The representative of David Pipe could offer no explanation for RED SQUARE REVIVAL (IRE)’s improved form. The gelding was routine tested. View Stewards report Doncaster, 01 Jun 18 Race 1 - 6:00pm THE NAPOLEONS CASINO & RESTAURANT SHEFFIELD SUPPORTING WPCC HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Dean Ivory had obtained prior permission from the BHA to run DARK MAGIC partially shod.
The winner, BROTHER MCGONAGALL appeared to show improved form, compared with its previous run at Pontefract on 23 April 2018 where the rig finished fourteenth of fifteen, beaten by 33 lengths. It was noted that Tim Easterby’s representative could offer no explanation for the rig’s improved form. BROTHER MCGONAGALL was routine tested.
Leaving the stalls, DARK MAGIC, unplaced, jumped awkwardly and shifted left hampering ARCHIE (IRE), placed eighth, and in turn DESERT DREAM, placed fourth, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Following the race, Dane O’Neill reported that ARCHIE (IRE) moved poorly in the closing stages. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination revealed the gelding had been struck into on its left fore; Dean Ivory reported that DARK MAGIC was unsuited by the Good to Firm, Firm in Places and would prefer a softer surface. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of DARK MAGIC revealed the gelding had been struck into on its left fore; The Veterinary Officer further reported that KHITAAMY (IRE), unplaced, lost its right fore shoe.
Race 2 - 6:30pm THE WELDRICKS PHARMACY IN SUPPORT OF WESTON PARK CONFINED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (No more than four runs) Following the race, Sean Levey reported that BIRTHRIGHT, unplaced, moved poorly inside the final furlong and was eased down. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination revealed the colt to be lame on its right hind.
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 1, 2018 18:04:53 GMT
You rarely get a bad run from Shadow Warrior, who has finished in the first three on five of his last six starts, winning twice.
He goes well fresh and will enjoy the quick ground at Town Moor, which might help him overcome a new career-high mark of 78.
Shadow Warrior 8:05 Doncaster Bath 8.30 Queen Of Desire
Roger Varian has a healthy 25 per cent strike-rate with three-year-olds at the track over the last five seasons (four from 16), and Queen Of Desire could find more on her first start on turf.
She has run well on two all-weather outings, with the form of her last run holding up well. She was third at Lingfield, and the runner-up, Nomorecalls, has since won twice. Queen Of Desire could be capable of better.
Queen Of Desire
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 1, 2018 18:06:17 GMT
SPOTLIGHT.
Saxon Warrior 11-10 Investec Derby, Epsom (4.30)
3-3 over 1m (on softer than good) as 2yo, rallying smartly when Roaring Lion went ahead in Racing Post Trophy; seemed primarily a middle-distance prospect (sire won up to 2m in Japan and went close in the Arc) before 2,000 Guineas but had no difficulty coping with 1m on good ground that day and once again looked to have more in the tank than winning margin suggests; did it so well that day that an element of doubt creeps in about the suitability of 1m4f, particularly on testing ground, and stall 1 is not ideal but he could simply be a class apart from his rivals.
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 1, 2018 18:06:56 GMT
Paul Kealy..
Eddystone Rock 18-1 5.15 Epsom, Saturday
Second in this race last year from a 2lb lower mark when just a 15-2 shot, he's more than twice that price despite running really well when fifth at Newmarket last time. That was on very fast ground that he doesn't normally appreciate and while it is drying out at Epsom, it will still be more in his favour this time.
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 1, 2018 18:07:41 GMT
Tom Segal.
Jack Regan 9-2 4.15 Doncaster, Saturday
Ian Williams has been in the headlines recently due to the exploits of Magic Circle but he has always been one of the most underrated trainers in the country. He appears to have another money spinner on his hands in the shape of Jack Regan, who did incredibly well to win at Salisbury last time given how much ground he had to make up late on. This is a better race and he's 5lb up in the weights but the way he won last time, I will be very surprised if he's not rated a lot higher by the end of the season.
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 1, 2018 18:08:50 GMT
HK Angle.
Super Euro Star 10.00 (Guide price) 7.15 Sha Tin, Sunday
Joao Moreira and Zac Purton will corner a large chunk of the market and lightly-raced Seventy Seventy and reliable Mighty Maverick have plenty to recommend them, but don't be surprised if HK's newest apprentice trumps the big two both aboard Super Euro Star. This gelding has dropped to a good mark and caught the eye travelling strongly in front for a long way over 7f here recently. The step down to 6f is a clear plus and Victor Wong's 10lb claim plus the inside draw makes him one of the best value bets on the card if he's 9-1 or bigger.
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 1, 2018 18:09:20 GMT
Tom Collins.
Court House 7-1 2.00 Epsom, Saturday
John Gosden's three-year-old Court House looks to be a Group horse masquerading in handicap company and he has progressed nicely in four starts this year, from losing his maiden tag in a Newcastle novice event to finish second in Listed company last time out. This trip is ideal at this point in his career, he's been beaten by two very good horses in his last couple of starts and he has a nice draw.
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 1, 2018 18:09:49 GMT
Kevin Morley.
Shamshon 22-1 3.45 Epsom, Saturday
Stuart Williams landed the Dash in 2007 and 2010 and can secure the prize for a third time courtesy of Shamshon. A strong-finishing second in April's course-and-distance handicap which often has a bearing on this contest, he has had little luck in three starts since and there's no doubt he's lurking on a dangerous mark. He may be 3lb out of the handicap but that should be of little consequence given how well treated he is and with the pace certain to be fast and furious, the demands of this race promise to suit him perfectly.
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 1, 2018 18:10:16 GMT
Irish Angle.
Escamillo SP 4.40 Navan, Saturday The son of Bated Breath returns to the scene of his wide-margin maiden win and is fancied to build on an encouraging handicap debut at the Curragh last month. Already rated 91, Shane Crosse takes off a valuable 7lb and the return to a mile should be right up his street. He ought to take a bit of stopping in a small, but select, line-up.
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 1, 2018 20:14:39 GMT
Newmarket: David Milnes
Dubai Legacy (2.30 Doncaster, nap)
The son of Discreet Cat is fancied to give Saeed Bin Suroor a first juvenile winner of the year after some smart work on the watered gallop of late.
Dubai Legacy 2:30 Doncaster Others to follow Epsom: 2.00 Court House, 2.35 Stage Name, 3.10 Arod, 3.45 Blue De Vega, 5.15 Dash Of Spive, 5.50 Compas Scoobie. Doncaster: 1.20 Katie Gale, 1.55 San Donato, 3.05 White Chocolate, 3.40 Urbino, 4.15 Mootasadir, 4.50 Madame Devious, 5.25 Sam Gold. Musselburgh: 2.50 Dynamic, 3.25 Unforgetable Filly, 4.55 Merhoob. Chepstow: 8.00 Flying Sparkle, 9.00 Navarra Princess. Lingfield: 5.40 Shalamzar, 6.10 Midnight Blue, 6.40 Dame Nellie, 7.40 Defining Moment, 8.10 Rose Berry.
North: Colin Russell
Benjamin Thomas (8.30 Chepstow, nap)
Rare course runner from the John Quinn yard. Maiden winner on soft ground last season and, having dropped to a really good mark and with the ground in his favour, is fancied to bounce back to form.
Benjamin Thomas 8:30 Chepstow Others to follow Doncaster: 1.20 Sheriff Garrett, 1.55 New Wines, 2.30 Corvid, 3.05 Empress Ali, 3.40 Austrian School, 4.15 Odds On Oli, 4.50 Tale Of Tails, 5.25 Knighted. Epsom: 2.00 Book Of Dreams, 2.35 Lincoln Rocks, 3.10 Sovereign Debt, 3.45 Duke Of Firenze, 430 Dee Ex Bee, 5.15 Star Of The East, 5.50 Al Qahwa. Hexham: 1.30 Russian Rascal, 2.05 Dartford Warbler, 2.40 Jaycols Star, 3.15 Cherif de L'Isle, 3.50 Something Brewing, 4.45 Dun Faw Good, 5.20 Top Billing. Lingfield: 6.40 Stay In The Light. Musselburgh: 1.40 Me Before You, 2.15 Red Balloons, 2.50 Exhort, 3.2 Whatsthemessage, 4.00 Rockwood, 4.55 Royal Brave, 5.30 Tapis Libre.
Lambourn: James Burn
Shanghai Glory (5.50 Epsom, nap)
Five-year-old needs to step back in the right direction following a tame effort at Newmarket last time, but will enjoy the ease in the ground and appears on a decent mark, while trainer Charlie Hills has been happy with him at home.
Shanghai Glory 5:50 Epsom Others to follow Chepstow: 6.00 Sula Island, 6.30 Miss Inga Stock, 7.00 Shaybani, 7.30 Hedging, 8.30 Just An Idea. Doncaster: 1.20 High Wells, 2.30 Artistic Rifles, 3.05 Glade, 3.40 Candidate, 4.14 Glorious Army, 4.50 Mokaatil, 5.25 Maghaweer. Epsom: 2.00 Connect, 2.35 Wilamina, 3.45 Super Julius, 4.30 Knight To Behold, 5.15 Golden Wolf. Lingfield: 5.40 Attain, 7.10 Miss Elsa, 8.40 Khamry. Musselburgh: 2.50 Fayrouz Rose. Worcester: 1.45 Dr Waluigi, 2.20 Azzerti, 4.05 Top Of The Charts, 5.00 Protek Des Flos.
West Country: Andrew King
Havana Breeze (8.40 Lingfield, nap)
Progressing with each run and has been found a suitable opportunity to get her head in front for the first time.
Havana Breeze 8:40 Lingfield Others to follow Worcester: 1.45 New Millenium, 4.05 Earth Moor, 5.00 Katy P, 5.35 Timeforben, 6.05 Tigger Two. Chepstow: 7.30 Here's Two, 9.00 Rio Santos.
Racing Post Ratings: Simon Turner
Grams And Ounces (6.00 Chepstow)
Very solid record over 1m4f with some ease in the ground at Chepstow and everything in place for this veteran as he bids for a third course win.
Grams And Ounces 6:00 Chepstow Topspeed: Dave Edwards
Sam Gold (5.25 Doncaster)
Favourite but only third in a hot strongly run Newmarket handicap a month ago, and he should be given a chance to retrieve losses.
Sam Gold 5:25 Doncaster Longshot: Neil McCabe
Eddystone Rock (5.15 Epsom)
Runner-up in this contest last year, versatile ground-wise andposted an encouraging effort at Newmarket last time out when a never-nearer fifth.
Eddystone Rock 5:15 Epsom Rahmah 6:00 Chepstow Ireland: Tony O'Hehir
Aiseolas (4.10 Navan)
An eight-and-a-half-length winner over a slightly shorter trip than this 1m2f at Gowran Park early last month, the daughter of Vocalised appeared a shade unlucky when third behind Espere (winner again since) over a mile at Killarney six days later. A mark of 85 looks reasonable for her handicap debut.
Aiseolas 4:10 Navan The Raceform Interactive nugget
Century Dream is 2/3 under William Buick, 5/6 going left handed, 3/4 on ground officially described as soft and 3/4 in field sizes of eight or less. He has plenty going for him in the Diomed Stakes, the 3.10 at Epsom.
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 1, 2018 20:15:15 GMT
Better was seemingly expected from Ancient Longing on her final two starts for Roger Charlton but Robert Stephens does well with his new recruits (4-17). She looks to have solid claims off top weight in the 6.00 at Chepstow.
No Such Number won his last three visits to Hexham, which came during a four-timer this time last year. His best run since that winning spree came when second at Market Rasen last time and he can go well in the 4.45.
The early signs are positive for Colin Tizzard’s use of wind ops – he has a record of four winners from 16 runners. Tempestatefloresco may benefit from the procedure in the 5.00 at Worcester.
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 1, 2018 20:16:00 GMT
By Richard Birch 8:00PM, JUN 1 2018
Austrian School 3:40 Doncaster Really likeable young stayer who will be suited by this galloping track and can defy an 8lb rise in the weights for last month’s Chester win.
Austrian School beat Berkshire Royal in good style that day, and is learning all the time.
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Post by Kimmy on Jun 2, 2018 8:03:28 GMT
Saturday: going, weather & non-runners Chepstow GOING: SOFT (GoingStick 6.6) WEATHER: Partly cloudy STALLS: 1m2f & 1m4f - Inside; Remainder - Centre NON RUNNERS: 6:30 Shamrokh (3) 8:30 Dimitre (2)Inlawed (1) Doncaster GOING: GOOD TO FIRM (Firm in places; Firm from 8f-6f on the straight) (Watered) (GoingStick 9.5) (Rail movements: R1, 4, 5 & 6 +6yds) WEATHER: Showers STALLS: Straight course - Centre; Round course - Inside NON RUNNERS: 1:20 Scrafton (6)Foresee (11)Katie Gale (7) 1:55 Laura Louise (10)Total Commitment (9)San Donato (8) 4:50 Redeeming (2) 5:25 Artieshow (1) Epsom GOING: GOOD TO SOFT (Good in places) (GoingStick: Overall - 6.2; Home straight - Stands' side 5.9, Far side 5.6) WEATHER: Mostly sunny STALLS: 5f - Stands' side; 6f - Outside; 1m4f - Centre; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 3:10 Arod (1) Hexham GOING: GOOD (Good to firm in places) (Watered) (GoingStick 7.2) (Rail movements: R1 & 3 +15yds, R2 & 5 +18yds, R4, 6 & 7 +22yds) WEATHER: Scattered showers NON RUNNERS: 1:30 Magic Of Milan (8)Trust Thomas (4)First Of Never (11) 2:05 Titian Boy (7) 3:50 Benny's Secret (6)The Jam Man (4) Lingfield GOING: Turf course - GOOD TO SOFT (GoingStick 7.7); All-weather course - POLYTRACK: STANDARD WEATHER: Scattered showers STALLS: 1m2f & 1m4f - Inside; Remainder - Centre NON RUNNERS: 5:40 City Ground (3) 6:10 Destinys Rock (3)Beloved Knight (7) 6:40 Tagus (10) Musselburgh GOING: GOOD (Good to firm in places) (GoingStick 6.4) (Rail movements: R1, 3, 4, 5 & 7 +7yds) WEATHER: Scattered showers STALLS: 5f - Stands' side; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 1:40 Drover (5) 2:50 Forever A Lady (7) 3:25 Star Quality (5) 5:30 Corton Lad (3) Navan GOING: GOOD TO FIRM (Watering to maintain) WEATHER: Scattered showers Tramore GOING: GOOD (Watered) WEATHER: Scattered showers Worcester GOING: GOOD (Good to soft in places on Viaduct bend) (GoingStick 6.9) WEATHER: Mostly cloudy NON RUNNERS: 4:05 Flaka (8)
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