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Welcome to York for the Finale Meeting of our 2025 season. A raceday with seven fascinating races with a total prize fund of £275,000 with each race worth at least £25,000 In addition, we have a Countryside market open to all stands side racegoers located on the ground floor of the Ebor Stand with lots of ideas for Christmas (see page 7). I hope you have a thoroughly enjoyable and successful day.
It has been a tremendous year on the track so far, with a remarkable sixteen Group One winners from 2025 already seen racing at York this season (gold star if you can name them!*). Whether it was from the second day of the season back in May when American Affair began a journey to Royal Ascot glory for trainer Jim Goldie Or perhaps Asfoora landing an early blow in the sporting rivalry between England and Australia when winning the Coolmore Nunthorpe for her Victoria based connections. The likes of Trawlerman, Ombudsman and Never So Brave carry strong Knavesmire runs into QIPCO British Champions Day next weekend. We will then hope to see York form taken to the Breeders’ Cup at Del Mar - where the fascinating prospect of Sky Bet Ebor winner, Ethical Diamond, representing Willie Mullins has been tabled. I hope you have enjoyed an action-packed season to date and thank you for your support.
Our second race at 2.05pm is a contest only in its fourth season, offering connections of two-year-olds a chance for a £100,000 prize as the British European Breeders’ Fund have backed this valuable series for juvenile colts and geldings. A suitably strong field includes Ghost Mode as one of several runners today for trainer Andrew Balding, as Team Kingsclere look to build on their lead in the Charles Clinkard Top Trainer Championship
The feature £50,000 handicap is backed by William Hill who have been rewarded with a suitably wide-open betting contest, including a brace of Course and Distance winners in La Trinidad and Silver Sword.
The fifth race today celebrates Copper Knight, the winningmost horse on the Knavesmire in the modern era. Since the Denham family first raced their favourite here, he has won on seven occasions from 34 previous starts. Trained by Tim Easterby, that first win was on his Knavesmire debut back in May 2017 You can see a plaque in his honour on the pre parade ring side of the Weighing Room, you’ll notice we have just said “winningmost”, as he may well not be done, as he runs in his own race today.
The next two days will also see the conclusion of the season long contests to be top jockey and trainer at York. In the Living North-sponsored jockeys’ race, after a memorable Sky Bet Ebor Festival, Oisin Murphy and William Buick currently lead the way, tied on 9 winners. As noted above, the leaderboard of the Charles Clinkard Top Trainer at York is headed by defending champion, Andrew Balding, bidding for back-to-back titles having posted a remarkable ten victories to date, two clear of William Haggas whilst Karl Burke leads the local contenders. (See p26 & 27)
We have some top class racing today, made possible by both your support and the backing of our partners and sponsors; William Hill, Parsonage Country House Hotel, the connections of Copper Knight, European Breeders’ Fund and PJ Staffing (the team who keep the racecourse so tidy).
A particular welcome to the members of the Racing TV Club who join us for some live action today; if you want to follow the channel uninterrupted then the big screen above the Roberto Guinness Bar is your destination.
Thank you again for your support today and throughout this year, I hope you thoroughly enjoyed all you have seen. If you are not with us tomorrow, winter well and I hope you can return for our new season on Wednesday 13th May 2026, take advantage of a price freeze when the tickets go on sale online, tomorrow afternoon.
William Derby, Chief Executive and Clerk of the Course
FINALE FRIDAY
PROGRAMME OF EVENTS
Time Event Location
12:15pm Tour of the Weighing Room Weighing Room & Equine facilities (Stands side only) Entrance
12:50pm Punters Panel Winners Enclosure
5:10pm Sunset Vibes Champagne Terrace
All Day Events Location
Tours to the start 30 minutes before each race See Notice on (Stands side only) Thatched Hut
Countryside Market Ground Floor (Stands side only) Of Ebor Stand (Open to G&P)
Monotones Churchill Tyres Canopy Stage
Dr Jazz Edwardian
Weighing Room Lawn
Ascot Gallery/Darcy & Wolf Jewellery Gimcrack Stand Portico
Equestrian Art Opposite Princess Mary Gate All
York Racecourse wishes to express its thanks to this afternoon’s sponsors.
William Hill
First Race - 1.30pm
The William Hill Autumn Stakes (Handicap) - 1m
Pages 33-36
European Breeders’ Fund
Second Race - 2.05pm
The British EBF £100,000 2YO Series Final - 7f
Pages 41-44
William Hill
Third Race - 2.40pm
The William Hill Each Way Extra Stakes (Heritage) - 1m 2f
Pages 49-51
William Hill
Fourth Race - 3.18pm
The William Hill Best Odds Guaranteed EBF Novice Stakes (GBB Race) - 6f
Pages 55-57
Parsonage Hotel
Fifth Race - 3.50pm
The Parsonage Hotel and Cloisters Spa Nursery Stakes (Handicap) - 5f
Pages 59-61
Copper Knight
Sixth Race - 4.25pm
The Copper Knight Winningmost Horse At York Stakes (Handicap) - 5f
Pages 63-66
PJ Staffing Group
Seventh Race - 5.00pm
The PJ Staffing Group Stakes (Apprentice Handicap) - 7f
Pages 69-73
All races covered by
Races 1, 2 & 3 covered by
2025 Living North Top Jockey at York
Defending champion Oisin Murphy sits in front after fine season on the Knavesmire. He’s chased in second by William Buick, with the pair separated by placed efforts. Clifford Lee meanwhile sits just two behind the leaders on seven wins. Over the next two days Daniel Tudhope could be the one to watch, with the leaders on duty in Newmarket. A prize of £2,500 as well as the chance to put the Skeaping Bronze on your mantelpiece, awaits the victor.
Oisin Murphy 1st 9
Places: 9
William Buick 1st 9
Places: 4
Clifford Lee 1st 7
Places: 3
Countryside Market Stalls
On the Ground Floor of the Ebor Stand
Annabel Shaw
Italian leather and fashion handbags and luxury scarves
Ashley McCarthy Chocolates
Bowel Screening Information and advice
Cooper King Distillery
Producing whisky, vodka and England’s first carbon-negative gin
Darcy and Wolf Handcraft designer jewellery
David Pickering
Performs magic tricks in aid of Macmillan
Distinctive Pets
Gifts for pets and their owners
Feathers, Flowers and Fascinators
Unique and handcrafted feather products
Gourmet Scotch Eggs
Tasty........ as it says on the tin
Jess Bakes
A local baker selling a variety of sweet treats
Injured Jockey’s Fund Christmas cards and more....
Isabelle Randall Bespoke
Bridalwear, evening-wear and tailoring
Manth Jewellery
Handmade recycled sterling silver jewellery
The Rocking Horse Shop
Traditional Wooden Rocking Horses
(Please note the Countryside Market is open to all racegoers in County Stand and Grandstand & Paddock)
A G IDE T PL CES T EAT & DRIN
ROBERTO PAVILION
Fast-serve bar, Pimms, plus Fish & Chip Shop
THEAKSTON BAR
All your Theakston favourites including Ebor IPA @£6.40 a pint Good food to go is just next door
KNAVESMIRE STAND
6 bars & York Kitchen & Café (ground).
THE VOLTIGEUR RESTAURANT (Knavesmire Stand 3rd Floor)
The UK’s foremost ‘Dine & View’ restaurant package.
GUINNESS BAR BOOKNOWfor2026.
KYLIE MINOGUE WINE AND GUINNESS BARS
Offering The Aussie singer's wines with the Black Stuff and a full bar next door
SPECIALIST FOOD
A series of counters and mobile units such as fish & chips, Yorkshire beefburgers, pizza, hog roast, Ged Bell's Yorkshire Pork Pies, Chicken Shack and vegetarian/ vegan options.
York Kitchen & Café (Ground Floor) A popular place to get a hot meal, like deep-filled Yorkshire Puddings, sandwiches or Curry Club served in cafeteria style Collection point for G&P "meal deal" & Picnic Platters.
THE FOOD COUR
A range of hot/ snacks, tea, coffee and full bar available
EBOR STAND
4 bars & 2 buffets spread over Ground, floors. Try Eat Between Our Races, which ground floor serving sandwiches & scrumm the collection point for the County Stand
ECLIPSE RESTAURANT (5TH
EBOR RESTAURANT (4TH FLOOR)
Luxury Dine & View Experience SOLD OUT phone 01904 638971 TO
An informal hot food option and home advanced book packages.
THE DANTE SUITE (2ND FLOOR)
ECLIPSE RESTAURANT (5TH FLOOR)
Home to Michelin Star Chef Tom Barnes and
An informal hot food option and home to out popular
We hope we have somewhere to cater for all tastes and budgets. We source man The Cryer and Stott for cheese). You may notice that our sandwich packaging on a raceday. None of the restaurants, bistros and buffets mentioned below re times so we’d suggest going early Enjoy your food and do let us know how we
County Stand
The Gimcrack Restaurant offers a three-course meal for £41.95, roast beef & Yorkshires here. Afternoon tea offered for £19.95
The Edwardian Weighing Room a popular bar is joined by the new Wine & Cheese offer, with fourteen wines by the glass, selected cheeses & charcuterie platters. John Carr Terrace: Bustling informal lawns and terraces near the parade ring. Try hot treats or the griddle. Or toast the last hurrah of summer with a jug of Pimm’s, visit the The Flying Frankie Pub serving our guest ale, Ebor IPA @£6.40.
The Princess Mary Bar (near County Stand entrance). Buzzy café serving seafood platters and sandwiches. Lanson Champagne by the glass.
Try Eat Between Our Races Bistro, which is on the ground floor serving pulled meat/veggie, hot and cold sandwiches (vegan options) salads, as well as patisserie cakes. Also the collection point for the County Stand picnic platters.
The Moët Champagne Pavilion & Roof Terrace; downstairs offers premium beers, spirits and a wide range of the finest champagnes, whilst the Terrace also offers Moët champagnes vintage wines, premium beers, as well as fresh baked pizzas.
ALCOHOL RACE
OURT hot/cold offee
PREMIERRACINGLOUNGE
A reserved lounge with allocated seats. limited upgrades from £52
GIMCRACK RESTAURANT (1st Floor)
SOLD OUT. 2026 on sale from 1/12/25. 41.95
Main County Stand dining room, luxury three-course meal for £44.75 Afternoon Tea for £19.95
ound, First & Fifth which is on the scrummy cakes. Also Stand picnic platters.
FLOOR)
TO BOOK for 2026.
VEUVE CLICQUOT CHAMPAGNE BAR
WEIGHING ROOM
Heritage over a craft ale Wine & Cheese Bar, platters of local cheeses & charcuterie accompanied by a choice of 14 wines.
MELROSE CLUB LOUNGE
Great views of racing, Yorkshire, fresh club sandwiches, and an account bar. Limited upgrades available from £103 - visit the office to learn more.
PARADE RING RESTAURANT
SOLD OUT phone 01904 638971 TO BOOK for 2026. SOLD OUT. 2026 on sale from 1/12/25.
Situated on the top floor of the Weighing Room, provides a fine dining experience.
MOËT PAVILION & ROOF TERRACE
Plenty of fizz plus wines and premium beers to accompany that view upstairs Home Baked Pizza from £14.50
JOHN CARR TERRACE
Georgian stand with modern canopy; featuring The Flying Frankie pub serving our guest ale, Ebor IPA @£6.40 + wider bars and the griddle.
COUNTY STAND
FOOD & DRINK FREE ZONES
GRANDSTAND & PADDOCK
(5TH FLOOR) home to our popular and his team. (Advance booked).
PRINCESS MARY SEAFOOD BAR
Enjoy a sustaining seafood or salad perhaps accompanied by a glass of chilled Lanson Champagne.
popular advanced book packages.
many products locally, (e.g. The East Coast for fish, is biodegradable and that we recycle 10 tonnes of glass requires pre-booking although many are popular at busy we can keep improving.
Grandstand & Paddock
CLOCKTOWER ENCLOSURE
RACING AREA
SEAFOOD OPTION CHILDREN ESPECIALLY WELCOME
MEAL DEAL LOCATION MD
York Kitchen & Café offers a range of hot meals, including deep-filled Yorkshire puddings, homemade pies, vegetarian option, as well as sandwiches and the new Curry Club. This is also the Collection Point for Grandstand & Paddock Picnic Platters.
The Guinness Bar with its giant outdoor screen. Alongside the black stuff, the Kylie Minogue Wines Bar serves exactly what you'd imagine.
The improved Theakston Bar offers a range of favourites, including the Ebor IPA @£6.40. With a second dedicated Guinness Bar to its left. The good food to go next door offers hot and cold treats. The new Fish & Chip Shop offers freshly cooked delights from the East Coast.
If the weather plays its part then visit the Knavesmire Courtyard, an outside seating area with easy access to betting, bars, tasty treats and toilets. Here a large number of kiosks and specialist mobile vendors offer gourmet British beefburgers, Greek street food, Chicken Shop, Whitby scampi, fish & chips and specialist coffees and even Churros. If the sun stays out, or just as a treat, try our locally produced luxury ice creams.
The Bustardthorpe End brings more options including a Chicken griddle.
Clocktower Enclosure
Has a range of units selling hot and cold items, sweets and ice cream.
MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR VISIT
PUNTERS' PANEL
For expert betting tips, check out the Punters' Panel at 12:50pm today in the Winners' Enclosure.
TRIPS TO THE START
Racegoers are invited to join our expert guide for a minibus trip to the start. To register for this free trip or to find out more, see our guide by the thatched hut near the Winner’s Enclosure before 1.00pm today (stands side only).
CHILDREN AT YORK RACES
Baby-Changing facilities are available in a purpose-built facility on the ground floors of both Knavesmire & Ebor stands.
We welcome children in our main restaurants, and in the Gimcrack Restaurant we offer a half price option for under 12s. Wherever you can buy food we also can provide juice for children.
Our Parent and Toddler room, situated opposite the main Ebor Stand entrance in the Library Rooms, allows parents and children some quiet time away. A microwave is provided to warm bottles and televisions provide coverage of racing.
CASH MACHINES & CASHBACK
Cash machines are available at the northern end of the racecourse by the Frankel statue, the ground floor of the Knavesmire Stand and a further machine is sited adjacent to the entrance to the Gimcrack Stand.
Please note there is a charge for this service. If you place a minimum bet of £10 at a tote window, you can request £50 in cash back from your card.
RACING TV ZONE: ROBERTO LAWN
With high quality action across the country, follow it all live on the big screen showing Racing TV. Fish & Chips, Kylie Minogue Wines as well as a Guinness Bar are close at hand.
NEED A QUIET MOMENT?
If you are looking to escape the bustle of a busy raceday please try one of our sunflower benches which are located in the quiet areas of each enclosure. We also have a quiet room located within the Houghton Building for use by racegoers. Our Chaplaincy Team are ready to assist racegoers of all faiths and none. If you need a friendly ear, please say hello to them. They can find a quiet spot for a chat.
STOP THE CLOCK
Check out the Official race time as soon as they cross the line, the digital timing clock at the Winning Post has been supported by Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai.
ENCLOSURE TRANSFERS
Simply pay the difference between your admission price and the price point below.
County Stand full price: £35
Grandstand & Paddock full price: £23
Transfers are available from the Racecourse Office.
RETAIL THERAPY
Feel in need of some retail therapy? Why not visit one of our retail partners. Blue Rider Gallery - equestrian art specialists. (opposite the Princess Mary Bar) Conversation Pieces - equestrian prints, as well as Darcy & Wolf (in their new shop by entrance to Gimcrack Stand)
DISABLED RACEGOERS
Facilities such as accessible toilets and viewing platforms for racing are clearly signed. Our raceday stewards will be pleased to offer directions and assistance. The Racecourse Office Team will also be happy to help and can provide an access guide and map. Phil Atkinson is a senior member of the team with special responsibility in this area.
SHUTTLE BUS
FREE WIFI
1. Search and select York Races - FREE
2. Click T&C’s box then log in
3. You’ll be directed to our home page featuring our partners today, then just surf away
Given the nature of any WiFi network there will be peaks of demand by both time and location - some websites will not be available.
A limited shuttle bus service to York station will collect from Knavesmire Road, at the northern end of the racecourse, it will operate whilst there are enough customers to make a bus viable, from after the last race.
The service is provided by a commercial operator. A return service operates on raceday mornings.
TAXI/PRIVATE HIRE PICK-UP POINT
There is a taxi pick up point at the Northern end of the racecourse adjacent to Campleshon Road. Private Hire vehicles will meet pre-booked customers, also at the Northern End. Pick up by UBER is from a dedicated area in Car Park A only.
WHERE CAN I PLACE A BET
The tote will be pleased to take your bet at their many windows or look out for a passing courier. Remember to try the small stake-big payout bets such as the Jackpot, Placepot or Trifecta. The William Hill Betting Shops (Bustardthorpe End, Knavesmire Stand ground floor and front of Melrose Stand) offer a full SP service, so bets on racing and the wider sporting world. The colour of the main betting ring returns, set in front of the Knavesmire Stand, take on the challenge. Contactless payment is available for all the above options. Good luck.
BAR CLOSING TIMES
Key bars will remain open for 90 minutes after the last race. The serving of drinks in hospitality areas will be as specified in your booking details. Have an enjoyable time with us but please respect our neighbours and the wider city as you leave the racecourse.
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
York Racecourse always strives to ensure your safety, comfort and enjoyment. However, an incident may occur which is beyond our control. We have employed professionally-trained and experienced stewards. In the event of a situation which requires a partial or full evacuation of the stands, announcements will be broadcast and stewards will usher you to a place of safety; it is essential that you follow their instructions. Please take your belongings with you and proceed out of the area quickly and quietly. If we are unable to re-occupy the stands, you may be invited to return to your car or coach. Departure from car and coach parks will be under the direction of the Police. The foregoing is a precautionary tale.
YORK RACE COMMITTEE
BRIDGET GUERIN (CHAIRMAN) NICHOLAS WRIGLEY VICTORIA SAVILE
WILLIAM BETHELL CHRISTOPHER DENNY NICK CHEYNE ED WRIGLEY
MEET THE YORK MANAGEMENT TEAM
WILLIAM DERBY
Chief Executive & Clerk of the Course
01904 683932 rachel.wigby@yorkracecourse.co.uk
CHRIS WARD Head of Finance
01904 683939 chris.ward@yorkracecourse.co.uk
KEVIN PINNINGTON Food & Beverage Director
01904 638971 kevin.pinnington@yorkracecouse.co.uk
MAITI
Sponsorship Manager & Press Liaison
01904 620911 maiti.stirling@yorkracecourse.co.uk
ANTHEA LEIGH
Racing Manager & Raceday Clerk of the Course
01904 620911 anthea.leigh@yorkracecourse.co.uk
ADRIAN KAY Grounds Manager
01904 620911 adrian.kay@yorkracecourse.co.uk
JAMES BRENNAN Head of Marketing & Sponsorship
01904 620911 james.brennan@yorkracecourse.co.uk PHIL
Can you name the horse, trainer and jockey who teamed up to land last years British EBF £100,000 Final?
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WORK OUT THE WINNER
NAME THE RACECOURSES
Can you name the racecourses from the pictures?
Can you name the winners from the pictures below? If you need a clue, they have won a Group race at York this season 12 4 3 1 2
WHAT WAS NEW AT YORK THIS SEASON?
NEXT GENERATION CANOPIES CHAMPAGNE LAWNS
Nine next generation canopies now stand proudly on the Champagne Lawns. Clever enough to let the grass grow beneath them, they should prove popular if we get an autumn shower. For these October racedays the built-in heaters will allow racegoers to keep enjoying the fresh air Each one has a speaker, so the race commentary will come to your table
BUSTARDTHORPE END
SOUTHERN END DEVELOPMENT
In August 2024 we were honoured when Her Majesty The Queen, our Royal Patron, opened this development to the South of the Knavesmire Stand. Check out the Churchill Tyres lawn & canopy, the Theakston and Guinness bars, as well as food outlets and a WIlliam Hill shop
MR MOWITALL
Joining the grounds team over winter were seven robotic mowers, one creatively named, Mr Mowitall. They are helping with the lawns and car parks, leaving the human talent better able to focus on the track itself
THE TEAM NEVER REST
Maintenance is key, if a little dull. Over 7,000 pints of paint have been used by the team and the Knavesmire Stand Roof has had extensive repairs, (it is nearly thirty years old!).
A LIVING FLOWER WALL
OPPOSITE THE MELROSE STAND
Earlier in the year the flowers were petunia and petchoa but as we head into autumn it is cyclamen, all were grown by Head Gardener, Zak Rafferty and his team, from seedlings in our greenhouses. That Insta moment now has real flowers behind it.
THE BARS HAVE IT
Over last Winter a number of bars were given a face-lift. There is a new Pink Gin & Cocktail Bar on the main Champagne Lawns, a second Guinness Bar near the Roberto Lawn, with a refreshed Kylie Minogue Wines Bar next door The fun murals from the Dublin based brand should make a good selfie
NEW ON THE MENU
Around the racecourse there are a lot of new choices. Perhaps the sweet treats of the Churros will follow your Nachos, both are now part of the Knavesmire Courtyard offering.
If you like spice, then the eateries on the ground floors of both the Knavesmire and Ebor Stands now serve our homemade Curry Club dishes.
Finger lickin’ chicken? Try the grills in either the Bustardthorpe End or the John Carr Terrace. Try the Rustic Pizza freshly baked at the Moët Roof Terrace.
ALPHABETICAL INDEX
JOCKEYS
C BEASLEY
2.05 Born A Star (IRE) ......................................C Johnston
2.40 Parole D’oro M Bell
3.18 Ephron (IRE) G Tutty
3.50 Mighty Magnus (IRE) M Dods
A BROOKES
5.00 Vixey S G West
J CALLAN
2.40 Dante’s Lad (IRE) G Boughey
5.00 Sky Advocate (IRE) C Cox W CARVER
1.30 Dosman
J Osborne
2.05 Malachy’s Wish J Osborne S DE SOUSA
1.30 Fifty Nifty (IRE)
M Appleby
2.05 Sagremor (IRE) D Menuisier
2.40 Tiger (FR) I Williams
3.50 Quantum Power (IRE) T Clover
4.25 Rhythm N Hooves R Cowell J DICKSON
5.00 Candonomore (FR)
T EAVES
T Easterby
4.25 Vantheman (IRE) K Ryan
J F EGAN
2.05 Going Commando (IRE) .........................A P Keatley
2.40 Tiger (FR) .......................................Silvestre De Sousa
YORK TRACKFACTS
A left-handed track which joins the straight course just under five furlongs from home. Races of seven furlongs start on a spur which joins the main circuit at a tangent after two furlongs.
Top Course Trainers
LEADING TRAINERS AT YORK (2020-2025) WITH RUNNERS:
A BALDING (37 wins from 205 runners, 18%) runs GHOST MODE (2.05), JUPITER AMMON (2.40), SANDS OF SPAIN (3.50).
W HAGGAS (36 wins from 215 runners, 17%) runs MAGIC STONE (2.05), MUKHTALIF (2.40), THALUNA (3.18), CONCERT (3.50), KINSWOMAN (4.25).
K R BURKE (29 wins from 270 runners, 11%) runs ICE MAX (1.30), REAL AMERICAN (2.05), LA BELLE FOREST (3.18), CLEAR FORCE (3.50), NORDIC NORM (5.00).
Trainers In Form
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
T EASTERBY (13 wins from 83 runners, 16%) runs MANILA SCOUSE (3.00), GIBSIDE (3.30), PER CONTRA (4.00), BARLEY and DOUBLE PARKED (5.30).
W HAGGAS (10 wins from 42 runners, 24%) runners listed above.
C JOHNSTON (9 wins from 51 runners, 18%) runs ARTISAN DANCER (3.30).
Top Course Jockeys
LEADING JOCKEYS AT YORK (2020-2025) WITH RIDES:
DANIEL TUDHOPE (29 wins from 281 rides, 10%) rides BOPEDRO (1.30), DELUDED (2.05), HORNSEA BAY (2.40).
CONNOR BEASLEY (14 wins from 161 rides, 9%) rides BORN A STAR (2.05), PAROLE D’ORO (2.40), EPHRON (3.18), MIGHTY MAGNUS (3.50).
P J MCDONALD (13 wins from 136 rides, 10%) rides GHOST MODE (2.05), JUPITER AMMON (2.40), SANDS OF SPAIN (3.50), JENEVER (4.25).
Jockeys In Form
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
DANIEL TUDHOPE (10 wins from 41 rides, 24%) rides listed above.
SILVESTRE DE SOUSA (8 wins from 30 rides, 27%) rides FIFTY NIFTY (1.30), SAGREMOR (2.05), TIGER (2.40), QUANTUM POWER (3.50), RHYTHM N HOOVES (4.25).
P J MCDONALD (6 wins from 39 rides, 15%) rides listed above.
Fancy That
K R BURKE won the 3.50 race in 2017 and 2019. The stable is represented by Clear Force in the race today. T EASTERBY won the 4.25 race in 2017, 2018 and 2024. The stable is represented by Albegone, Copper Knight & Equity Law in the race today.
Classy Tips
The following horses are running today in a race at least two grades lower than their previous race: 1.30 ICE MAX (down 2 grades);
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 8th October.
Visit our gallery exhibition today by the Gimcrack Stand entrance
How to Read the Racecard
colour graphic
horse’s saddlecloth number
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A symbol here denotes the horse holds an entry on British Champions Day, Saturday 18th October.
horse’s name No. of days since last ran age
Baron’s Selection
Draw
Ombudsman (IRE) (46) 4 9-8 (60.8) (5)
B c Night Of Thunder (IRE) - Syndicate Jockey: William Buick
Owner: Godolphin
Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket
Form: 111-212 D BF
Breeder: J. Hanly
Winner of five races from 1m to 1m 2f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Beaten a neck by Delacroix when second of 6 at 6-4fav on his latest outing in the Group 1 Coral-Eclipse at Sandown over 1m 2f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 127 SP: 6-4
form guide
B = bay
Br = brown
Ch = chesnut
Gr = grey
Ro = roan
Official BHA Ratings
sex of horse
c=colt - male horse up to age 5
h=horse
g=gelding
f=filly - female horse up to age 5
m=mare
Probable SP
previous performances /=new season -=new year
C=course winner
D=distance winner
CD=course & distance winner
BF=beaten favourite
The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part usually in three races to enable the Handicappers to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability.
The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions. A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances).
The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in non-handicaps races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed. Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating.
RaceiQ Par Times
A new statistics based predictor, it is the expected win time for a specific race based on the track, distance, going, race class and conditions. Based on the going at time of printing, so the day before racing at 16:00, being:
GOOD
For further Race iQ insights, visit racingtv.com/results and click the RaceiQ icon at the top right.
Non-runner
Ground - The Trainer states the ground is not suitable for this horse, the official going has changed since the time of declaration.
Vet - The Trainer states the horse is subject to a Veterinary Certificate.
Self Certificate - The trainer has advised the authorities that the horse is not able to race today.
You must be 18 or over to place a bet
You may be asked to provide proof of your age when placing a bet
If you cannot produce this your bet will not be accepted
P RLEZ-VOUS
R CING?
ESSENTIAL RACING PHRASES FOR THE BEGINNER
It could be easy to be put off by the weird and wonderful words and phrases banded around the racecourse, but in fact, its all part of the fun.
Like a tourist in a foreign country, the novice racegoer soon picks up enough of the language to get by, and then rapidly becomes fluent. The following terms will provide any newcomer, keen to enhance their language skills, with just enough of the jargon to sound like a ‘local’:
RACING SPEAK
ENGLISH
ALLOWANCE: The weight concession the horse is given to compensate for its rider’s inexperience.
AMATEUR: .............................(Rider) on racecards, their names are usually prefixed by Mr, Mrs, etc. To indicate their amateur licence holder status.
ANTE-POST:..........................
Betting (usually for the most important races) days or even months before the race is due to take place.
APPRENTICE: Young jockey tied by annually renewed contract to a licensed trainer while they are learning.
BACKWARD: .........................Young horse which needs time to mature.
CLERK OF THE COURSE:...Official in charge of running the racing programme, at York it is Anthea Leigh.
CLERK OF THE SCALES:......Key in the delivery of a successful racing operation. Wayne Burnell is in charge of things today.
COLOURS:..............................The racing silks worn by the jockeys.
COLT: ......................................Male, ungelded horse, up to four years old.
CONNECTIONS:....................The owner and trainer of a racehorse
COURSE SPECIALIST: Horse which tends to run well at a particular course DAM: Mother of a horse
DISTANCE:.............................The length of a race.
DISTANCE, THE: ...................An unmarked point 240 yards from the winning post.
DRAW: ....................................Describes a horse’s position in the starting stalls, drawn two days before a flat race
EACH-WAY: A bookmaker taking each way bets will display the terms on which he/she accepts such bets on the top of his/her board. This is a bet for your selection to win or be placed.
FILLY: Female horse up to four years old.
FOAL: Horse of either sex from its birth until 1 January the following year
FORECAST: ...........................Name the first and second in the correct order
FURLONG: .............................220 yards (one eighth of a mile).
GOING: Description of the course conditions under foot.
HAND: Unit of four inches in which a horse’s height is measured at the shoulder.
JACKPOT: ..............................The Jackpot is an exciting tote bet that requires punters to pick the winners of four consecutive races.
JOLLY: Betting term for the horse with the shortest odds (the favourite).
JUDGE: ...................................Official responsible for declaring finishing order and distances between horses. Katie Dowson is in the hot seat this afternoon.
JUVENILE:
Two-year old horse; the entire field in our 2.05pm and 3.50pm contests.
KNAVESMIRE: The name for the piece of ground on which York Racecourse is situated.
MAIDEN:.................................Horse which has not yet won a race.
MARE: .....................................Female horse, five years and over.
OBJECTIONS: .......................Complaint by one camp against another regarding breach of rules during a race.
ODDS ON:..............................
Where a bet’s winnings are less than the stakee.g winning a £2 bet wins you £1 so you get back £3.
PACE: ......................................‘Up with the pace’ means close to the leaders.
PENALTY:...............................
Weight added to the handicap weight of a horse which has won since the weights were published.
PHOTO FINISH:
PLACEPOT:
Electronic photo device which determines minimal distance in a close finish.
To win the Tote Placepot you need to pick a horse to place in the first six races
PLATE: ....................................Shoe worn by horse for racing.
SCHOOLED:...........................Trained to jump
SHORT RUNNER:
A horse that doesn’t stay the minimum distance, five furlongs on the flat or two miles over jumps.
SIRE:........................................Father of a horse.
SPREAD A PLATE: ...............When a racing plate or horseshoe becomes detached from the animal’s hoof
SP/STARTING PRICE:..........Official price of a horse at which bets are settled in the betting shops.
STEWARDS ENQUIRY:........Enquiry by panel of men and women responsible for seeing rules are adhered to into a race’s running.
TRIFECTA: The premise of a Tote Trifecta is to back the three horses who finish first, second and third in the race of your choice.
UNDER STARTERS’ ORDERS: ................................Occurs when the race is about to start.
VOICE IN THE SKY:..............The commentator, listen out for Stewart Machin this afternoon.
WEIGH OUT/WEIGH IN:.....Weighing jockey before and after race to ensure correct weight has been carried.
YEARLING: ............................Horse of either sex from 1 January to 31 December of the year following its birth.
A RACECOURSE FOR ALL
We want the racecourse to offer both a welcome and an enjoyable evening to all our racegoers and in delivering that we recognise that some may need additional assistance from us. We are also pleased to recognise the sunflower lanyard scheme.
The first thing to say, please just ask for help, if the team don’t have an instant answer, then they know someone who will. The team in the Racecourse Reception (behind the Ebor Stand) act as the link to the rest of the team, as needed.
FAQS
Is there accessible and blue badge parking?
Yes, I hope you found it. All our car parks have designated spaces near their front row. Can I get help with getting to/from the car park, taxi rank or shuttle buses?
Yes, there is a complimentary buggy service to all these points, ask a member of the team and they will radio to arrange your collection. Thank you for your patience as the buggies have a maximum of six passengers, and only one is wheelchair accessible and it’s a big site.
Can I bring a wheelchair?
Yes, if you need to; but we also offer complimentary hire, again from Racecourse Reception (see told you they were the hub). As we hope you’ll appreciate, there are only so many wheelchairs on site, if you need to reserve in advance then call 01904 620911. Considerately piloted mobility scooters are permitted.
Can I bring somebody to help?
Yes, we appreciate that will come in various forms, we hope our “companion comes free” scheme is a help, before your next visit check it out online at www.yorkracecourse.co.uk or just ask the team today.
Are there wheelchair viewing platforms?
Yes, in all stand side area and Stands - easiest thing to do is to ask our Stewards, though a map is available from, you guessed it, Racecourse Reception. Please use these in the spirit intended, with carers being prepared to step aside to allow space for those who need the view the most.
What about toilets and are they part of the Radar scheme?
Yes they are, all the permanent toilet blocks have a accessible capability, please ask for directions, the team nearby have keys, or check that map from you know where.
Are their wheelchair height food and drink counters?
Yes there are but not as many as we’d like, please ask a member of the team to assist you.
Wheelchair height betting?
Yes, there are some Tote counters set at a reduced height though a better plan might be to use the courier service that operates in areas such as the main Champagne Lawns; the Tote team themselves are always willing to help.
Can I bring my assistance dog?
Of course, as the tribute to Grady demonstrates, registered assistance dogs are most welcome. There was one more thing?
Please ask, we are keen to help wherever we can, appreciating our racegoers may face a range of challenges.
Examples of viewing platforms both around the Parade Ring and trackside
SEPTEMBER FAMILY SUNDAY
William Haggas narrowed the gap to two, as Elmonjed recorded his second Knavesmire, before Rhapsody secured the double
AB: 10 WH: 8 J&T G: 7
MUSIC SHOWCASE WEEKEND
Haggas and the Gosdens moved up the leaderboard with wins courtesy of Elmonjed and Sand Gazelle
AB: 6 WH: 5 J&T G: 4
SKY BET EBOR FESTIVAL
After a strong Group One weekday showing from all three parties that included wins from Ombudsman and Never So Brave, Kingsclere pressed their numerical lead on Ebor day, courtesy of Tarriance.
AB: 8 WH: 6 J&T G: 7
OCTOBER MEETING
Always a competitive two days, the contenders look keen to be wearing those shoes on Saturday evening.
AB: 10 WH: 8 J&T G: 7
THE SHOES 2025
Top Trainer Trophy
SUMMER MUSIC SATURDAY
A double for Andrew Balding put daylight between him and the chasing pack. Archivist responded with a win for Haggas.
AB: 6 WH: 3 J&T G: 3
AB: 2 WH: 1 J&T G: 1 MAY SPRING MEETING SATURDAY The leaderboard was unchanged.
66TH JOHN SMITH’S CUP WEEKEND
Mahra’s Love got the Skipton born Haggas off to a good start on the Friday. Fox Legacy responded for Balding in the 66th John Smith’s Cup, to move him two ahead of his rivals.
AB: 7 WH: 4 J&T G: 3
DANTE FESTIVAL
The Dante Festival ended with Andrew Balding in a marginal lead, as See The Fire was an emphatic winner of the Al Basti, Equiworld Dubai Middleton Stakes. Both William Haggas and John & Thady Gosden opened with winners of their own.
AB: 2 WH: 1 J&T G: 1
WILLIAM HAGGAS
Prize Money £276,782)
X2
MACMILLAN CHARITY WEEKEND
Kingsclere and Clarehaven traded blows, with Humam and Burrito securing wins.
AB: 3 J&T G: 2 WH: 1
Money
Race 1 1.15 5f
1 Revival Power (IRE) 9-5
2 Aspect Island (GB) 9-3
3 Beckford’s Folly (IRE) 9-3
4 Brussels (GB) 9-3
5 Chairmanfourtimes (IRE) 9-3
6 Argentine Tango (GB) 9-0
7 India Love (GB) 9-0
8 Our Cody (IRE) 9-0
9 Palmeira (GB) 9-0
10 Spicy Marg (GB) 9-0
11 Wor Faayth (IRE) 9-0
Race 2 1.50 7f
1 Blingy’s Sister (IRE) 9-2
2 Calendar Girl (GB) 9-2
3 Classic Cuvee (GB) 9-2
4 Coming Attraction (IRE) 9-2
5 Midnight Tango (GB) 9-2
6 Mood Queen (IRE) 9-2
7 Mubasimah (IRE) 9-2
8 Senorita Vega (IRE) 9-2
9 Shady Dame (GB) 9-2
10 Tavana (GB) 9-2
Race 3 2.25
7f
1 Audience (GB) 9-5
2 Beauvatier (FR) 9-5
3 Poet Master (IRE) 9-5
4 Cosmic Year (GB) 9-3
5 Scoville (GB) 9-3
Race 5 3.30 1m 4f
1 Daiquiri Bay (GB) 9-9
2 Munsif (IRE) 9-8
3 Dangerman (GB) 9-4
4 Respond (IRE) 9-3
5 Yabher (GB) 9-2
6 Ivatt (GB) 8-11
7 Minhad (GB) 8-10
8 Patrol (IRE) 8-8
9 Double Meaning (GB) 8-5
10 Something Splendid (GB) 8-5
11 Elsass (IRE) 8-4
12 Wine Dark Sea (GB) 8-4
Race 6 4.10 7f
1 Act of Kindness (GB) 9-2
2 Anuradha (IRE) 9-2
3 Areti (GB) 9-2
4 Harlequin Breeze (IRE) 9-2
5 Hatour (IRE) 9-2
6 Hen Party (IRE) 9-2
7 Karisma’s Angel (GB) 9-2
8 La Mer Noire (IRE) 9-2
9 Tenison (GB) 9-2
10 Velvet Goldmine (IRE) 9-2
11 Wadooda (GB) 9-2
Race 7 4.45 1m 2f
1 Ambiente Amigo (GB) 9-5
2 Charlotte’s Web (IRE) 9-5
3 Frances Ethel (SAF) 9-5
4 Karmology (GB) 9-5
5 Miss Justice (GB) 9-5
6 Skellet (IRE) 9-5
7 Falakeyah (GB) 9-1
8 Sand Gazelle (GB) 9-1
9 Spirited Style (GB) 9-1
10 Victory Queen (GB) 9-1
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1st Race 1.30
The William Hill Autumn Mile Stakes
About One Mile (1,600 metres)
See page 76 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 1m
Race Type: Handicap Rating: 86-105
Prize Money: £50,000
Age: 4+
Stalls: Inside Rail
Our opener is a handicap, such races are designed for close competition so, the handicapper, is the independent assessor who rates horses on past performance seeking to get them crossing the line together, by handing out differing weights.
Your vital statistics for this race are 4yo+ horses, over a mile, rated 86-105.Based on previous runs the handicapper considers Ice Max as “the best” so he takes top weight.
Need some help? Look further for the letter “C”, which shows that the horse has won at York or “D” which denotes a win over this distance; see La Trinidad is one to offer both aspects of form.
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: EMPIRESTATEOFMIND
Trainer: John and Sean Quinn
Jockey: Jason Hart
Age/Weight: 6-8-12
Runners: 16 SP: 14/1
Left a previous run of poor form behind to take advantage of running off a reduced mark, though he was challenged to the line by Thunder Roar
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
RaceiQ Par Time: 1m 36.76s (Based on going description: Good) Course Record: 1m 34.35s by Croupier (18-May-23)
All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last seven years
Leading course trainer (14-19): Leading course trainer (20-25): K R Burke (29 wins from 270 runners, 11%) runs ICE MAX
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): K R Burke (10 wins from 51 runners, 20%) runs
Weightwatcher: NORTHERN EXPRESS won off a handicap mark of 102, his rating is now down 5lb to 97
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 8th October
KNAVESMIRE TIP
Having only gave way in the closing stages to finish fourth at Ayr last month, NORTHERN EXPRESS could be poised to land a nice purse A 1lb ease in the ratings can only help the veteran and an eighth career victory may be on the cards. Bopedro arrives on the back of a respectable fourth at Doncaster and is feared most, ahead of Whip Cracker, who has filled the runner-up spot on his last two outings.
NORTHERN EXPRESS Bopedro
The William Hill Autumn Mile Stakes
1 Ice Max (GB)
(34)
Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Cool Kitten (IRE)
Owner: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
Distance: 1m
Race Type: Handicap (86-105)
Prize Money: £50,000
Age: 4+
Stalls: Inside Rail
4 9-10 (61.7) (17)
Jockey: Shane Gray
Form: 0-02650 D
Breeder: Mr Gordon Roddick
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to soft to heavy. Beaten 7l behind Zeus Olympios at 9-1 when seventh of 9 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Superior Mile Stakes at Haydock over 1m (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 106 SP: 11-1
2 Platoon (IRE) (13)
B g Galileo (IRE) - I Can Fly
Owner: Mr Alex Owen
Trainer: Stella Barclay, Garstang
4 9-4 (59.0) (15)
Jockey: Oisin Orr
Form: 130-0 D
Breeder: Coolmore
A winner at 1m on good ground. Well beaten at 50-1 behind Fondo Blanco when last of 10 on his latest outing at Haydock over 1m (good to soft) last month. He is wearing a tongue-tie for the first time Official BHA Rating 100 SP: 100-1
3 Rhoscolyn (GB) (16)
B g Territories (IRE) - Zeyran (IRE)
Owner: The Horse Watchers
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
(1)
Jockey: Mark Winn
Form: 601006 D BF
Breeder: Mrs J. E. Laws
Has won ten races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to heavy Finished 8l behind Cerulean Bay when sixth of 12 at 4-1co-fav on his latest outing at Goodwood over 1m (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 98 SP: 10-1
4
Thunder Roar (GB) (6)
Ch g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Dominike (ITY)
Owner: Mr D F L Bishop & Partner
(12)
Jockey: David Nolan
Trainer: Tony Coyle & Kaine Wood, Norton Form: 200410 C D Breeder: Brookside Stud Ltd
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m on soft and heavy ground. Beaten 10l behind Native Warrior at 22-1 when 11th of 15 on his latest outing at Ascot over 7f (soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 97 SP: 11-1
5 Northern Express (IRE) (20)
9-1 (57.6) (11)
Ch g Zoffany (IRE) - Hint of A Tint (IRE) Jockey: Paul Mulrennan
Owner: Sekura Group
Trainer: Michael Dods, Darlington Form: 004654 C D
Breeder: Mrs Sue Ann Foley
Winner of seven races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Finished 2 3/4l behind Thunder Roar when fourth of 14 at 8-1 on his latest outing at Ayr over 1m (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 97 SP: 6-1
6 Whip Cracker (IRE) (23)
B g Cracksman - Wonderworld (GER)
Owner: Mr Abdulla Al Mansoori
Trainer: Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn
9-1 (57.6) (6)
Jockey: Donagh Murphy (7)
Form: 002022
Breeder: Macha Bloodstock Ltd & M. Downey
A winner at 7f on the all-weather, but that win was over two years ago Beaten 1 1/2l by Sea Force when second of 9 at 5-1 on his latest outing at Yarmouth over 1m 1f (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 97 SP: 15-2
7 Nostrum (GB) (34)
(2)
B g Kingman - Mirror Lake Jockey: Cieren Fallon
Owner: Thoroughbred British Racing
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Form: 0-06000 D
Breeder: Juddmonte Farms (East) Ltd
He has won three times from 7f to 1m on good to firm and good ground, but last win was over two years ago Beaten 11l behind Native Warrior at 50-1 when 19th of 20 on his latest outing at Ascot over 7f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 95 SP: 33-1
8 Dosman (GB) (50)
B g Kingman - Diamond Fields (IRE)
Owner: Last Chance Saloon
Trainer: Jamie Osborne, Upper Lambourn
8-12 (56.2) (13)
Jockey: William Carver
Form: 300-200
Breeder: Wilgerbosdrift (UK) Ltd
A winner at 7f on the all-weather. Beaten 12l behind Golden Mind at 22-1 when 13th of 14 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 7f in August. He is wearing blinkers for the first time Official BHA Rating 94 SP: 50-1
9
Bopedro (FR) (27) 9 8-12 (56.2) (7)
B g Pedro The Great (USA) - Breizh Touch (FR)
Owner: Mr G. Rutter
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Jockey: Daniel Tudhope
Form: 300204 D
Breeder: Mr Daniel Cherdo
Has won eight races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to soft, but last win was over two years ago Finished 4l behind Treble Tee when fourth of 14 at 6-1 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 1m (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 94 SP: 9-1
10 La Trinidad (GB)
B g Bated Breath - High Drama (IRE)
Owner: Mrs D. W. Davenport
(13) 8 8-10 (55.3) (14)
Jockey: Jonny Peate
Breeder: Exors of the Late Mr O. J. Williams
Trainer: Roger Fell, Nawton Form: 054054 CD
Winner of seven races from 7f to 1m 1f on good to firm and good ground. Finished 6l behind Fondo Blanco when fourth of 10 at 18-1 on his latest outing at Haydock over 1m (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 92 SP: 18-1
11
Billyjoh (GB) (48)
Gr g Mayson - Goadby
Owner: Cleartherm Glass Sealed Units Ltd
Trainer: Michael Appleby, Oakham
(9)
Jockey: Alistair Rawlinson
203063
Breeder: Cleartherm Glass Sealed Units & J. Holt
He has won four times at 6f on good ground and on the all-weather Third of 12 behind Darkness beaten 2 1/4l at 11-1 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 7f (good to firm) in August. Official BHA Rating 92 SP: 12-1
12
Eldrickjones (IRE) (34)
(5)
B g Cotai Glory - Dream Impossible (IRE) Jockey: Rowan Scott
Owner: Fishlake Commercial Motors Ltd & Partner
Trainer: Roger Fell, Nawton
Winner of five races from 6f to 1m on good to firm ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 11l behind Native Warrior at 33-1 when 17th of 20 on his latest outing at Ascot over 7f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 90 SP: 33-1
13 Silver Sword (GB) (13)
5 8-8 (54.4)
Gr g Charm Spirit (IRE) - Aurora Gray Jockey: Joanna Mason
Owner: Martians Racing & Dylan Cunha
Trainer: Dylan Cunha, Newmarket
016600 CD Breeder: Culworth Grounds & Fortune Bloodstock
He has won four times at 1m on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 7l behind Boiling Point at 66-1 when 11th of 23 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 1m 1f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 90 SP: 25-1
14
Fifty Nifty (IRE) (46)
B g Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Leala (IRE)
Owner: Mr O. Humphrey
Trainer: Michael Appleby, Oakham
(10)
Jockey: Silvestre De Sousa
Form: 260000 D
Breeder: Empire Bloodstock Ltd
Successful at 7f and 1m on good to firm ground. Beaten 6l behind Partisan Hero at 22-1 when seventh of 9 on his latest outing at Epsom over 7f (good) in August. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Tom Clover. Official BHA Rating 86 SP: 40-1
Successful twice at 7f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Beaten 4 1/2l behind Elarak at 11-1 when eighth of 13 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 7f (good to firm) last month. He is wearing a hood for the first time Official BHA Rating 86 SP: 10-1
16 Jannas Journey (IRE) (11)
B f Sioux Nation (USA) - Dancing Cosmos (IRE)
Owner: Mr James Mearns Long
(3)
Jockey: Cam Hardie
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow Form: 116113 D Breeder: Thistle Bloodstock Limited
Winner of seven races from 6f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Third of 7 behind Spioradalta beaten 1 3/4l at 4-1 on her latest outing at Hamilton over 1m 1f (soft) last month. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 85 SP: 16-1
17 Isla Kai (IRE) (12)
B g Awtaad (IRE) - Sidney Girl
Owner: Martin Webb Racing
Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton
Jockey: Faye McManoman
Form: 310/-00
Breeder: Helen Lyons
Winner of six races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to soft, but last win was over two years ago Beaten 6l behind Rogue Encore at 28-1 when 10th of 13 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 1m last month. Runs from 2lb out of handicap
Official BHA Rating 84 (-4)
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS
SP: 66-1
Hood worn first time by No 15 Blinkers worn first time by No 8. Tongue Strap worn first time by No 2. Hood worn by No 14
Visor worn by No 9. Tongue Strap worn by No 3, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5, 6, 11.
STEWARDS NOTE
RHOSCOLYN: Following its run on 24/9/2025 it was reported that the horse ran flat.
7. Nostrum, 8. Dosman, 9. Bopedro & 15. Leadman all hold an entry in the Balmoral Handicap on Saturday 18th October
FIRST RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Robert Fullard and Matthew Leahy.
William Hill have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race
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BIG SONG
Trainer: Harry Charlton Jockey: Oisin Orr
MALACHY’S WISH
Trainer: Jamie Osborne
Jockey: William Carver
Trainer: Grant Tuer Jockey: Oliver Stammers
DAYDREAMA
Trainer: Tim Easterby Jockey: Sean Kirrane
GHOST MODE
Trainer: Andrew Balding Jockey:
ADVANCE TWENTYFIVE
Trainer: Richard Fahey Jockey: Billy Garritty
ASTRAZAR
Trainer: ED Walker
BORN A STAR
Jockey: Paul Mulrennan
Trainer: Charlie Johnston Jockey: Connor Beasley
Trainer: William Haggas
Jockey: Cieren Fallon
Trainer: Karl Burke
GOING COMMANDO
Trainer: Adrian Paul Keatley
Jockey: Shane Gray
Jockey: J F Egan
Trainer: David Menuisier
Jockey: Silvestre De Sousa
Trainer: Charlie Fellowes
Jockey: Daniel Tudhope
Trainer: Hugo Palmer
RED SPELLS DANGER
Trainer: Tim Easterby
Jockey: Duran Fentiman
British Stallion Studs will contribute £2million towards British prize-money in 2025, bringing our total investment to £40million since we were founded in 1983
The British EBF £100,000 2yo Final (Colts & Geldings)
About Seven Furlongs (1,400 metres)
See page 76 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 7f
Race Type: Conditions
Prize Money: £100,000
Age: 2c&g
Stalls: Farside
A recent addition to the calendar, this valuable race is limited just to 2yo colts and geldings who are European Breeders’ Fund eligible This nascent series seeks to reward those younger horses of real potential who missed out on the usual programme of Pattern races, perhaps due to a niggling injury All the runners have finished in the top six of an extensive programme of Maiden and Novice races backed by the EBF The baseline is a 9st weight though only Advance Twentyfive actually goes to post with that burden. The weights of the rest of the rest the field reflect that previous success adds weight at varying amounts depending on the grade of the race won; that for example explains the weight carried by Big Song who has two wins to his name Or, to add a layer of competition (or for some complexity) a runner’s weight can be lowered (an allowance) based on having been bought comparatively cheaply at a recognised auction, so the market was deemed as an assessment of their quality and hence potential. The most expensive being categorised as Band A, the next group as Band B and so on. If you must know, the Band As went for above £50,000 descending in roughly £20,000 bands thereafter Any horse in from a lower Band racing in opposition to one from a higher Band benefits from an allowance, which is a long-winded way to explain the reduced burden for Going Commando (from Band B) and by logical extension for Gold Dawn (from Band C).
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: MIRABEAU
Trainer: Dominic Ffrench Davis
Jockey: Daniel Tudhope
Age/Weight: 2-8-13
Runners: 14 SP: 8/1
Mirabeau capitalised on short priced favourite Amiloc being a late withdrawal. He clearly enjoyed the soft ground and stayed on nicely
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
RaceiQ Par Time: 1m 25.22s (Based on going description: Good).
Course Record: 1m 21.58s by The Lion In Winter (21-Aug-24)
All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last seven years
Leading course trainer (20-25): A Balding (37 wins from 205 runners, 18%) runs GHOST MODE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A Balding (11 wins from 65 runners, 17%) runs
Longest Traveller: SAGREMOR trained by D Menuisier, Pulborough, 248 miles.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 8th October
KNAVESMIRE TIP
Big Song made light work of the opposition on his nursery bow at Newmarket 15 days ago and must enter calculations on his current upward trajectory However, GHOST MODE was a shade more impressive when opening his account at Chester last month and he may prove to be better treated at the weights. The unexposed Real American and hat-trick seeking Malachy’s Wish look to have bright futures as well. GHOST MODE
2nd Race 2.05
No Horse
1 Big Song (IRE)
B c Earthlight (IRE) - Nadein
Owner: Mr Mohammed Jaber
(15) (2lb)
Trainer: Harry Charlton, Beckhampton
Distance: 7f
Race Type: Conditions
Prize Money: £100,000
Age: 2c&g
Stalls: Farside
st-lb (kgs) Draw
9-7 (60.3) (1)
Form: 4151 D
Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
Foaled 12 Feb. Successful at 7f and 1m on good to firm and good ground. A winner at 9-1 at Newmarket over 1m (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Gold Dawn by 3 1/2l. Has also won at Epsom this season. Official BHA Rating 89 SP: 11-2
2
Malachy’s Wish
(GB) (15) (2lb) 9-7 (60.3) (9)
B c Showcasing - Charline Royale (IRE)
Owner: Dominic Griffiths and David Kavanagh
Trainer: Jamie Osborne, Upper Lambourn
Form: 511 D
Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud
Foaled 9 Feb. Successful twice at 7f on heavy ground and on the all-weather A winner at 4-1 at Newcastle over 7f on his latest outing last month, beating Power For Power by 2l. Has also won at Ffos Las this season. Official BHA Rating 86 SP: 17-2
3
Advertised (IRE) (8) (4lb)
B c Advertise - Miss Carbonia (IRE)
Owner: J Kay & T Goodair,
Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton
9-5 (59.4) (14)
Form: 2101 D
Breeder: Kildaragh Stud
Foaled 2 Apr Successful at 6f and 7f on the all-weather A winner at 10-3 at Newcastle over 7f on his latest outing earlier this month, beating First Time by 3/4l. Official BHA Rating 79 (+3) SP: 22-1
4
Daydreama (GB) (29) (4lb)
B c Dream Ahead (USA) - Social Media
Owner: Reality Partnerships XXIII
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
9-5 (59.4) (11)
Form: 31100
Breeder: Bearstone Stud Limited
Foaled 21 Apr Successful twice at 6f on good ground Beaten 17l behind Mcmurray at 25-1 when last of 8 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 1m (good to soft) last month. Has won at Carlisle and Pontefract this season. Official BHA Rating 83 SP: 22-1
5 Ghost Mode (IRE) (27) (4lb)
Ch c Ghaiyyath (IRE) - Graciebird (IRE)
Owner: Mr Michael Blencowe & Partner
Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
9-2 (58.1) (2)
Form: 3321 D
Breeder: Kellsgrange Stud Limited
Foaled 25 Feb. Won on his latest outing when 5-4fav at Chester over 7f (good to soft) last month, beating Advance Twentyfive by 6l. Official BHA Rating 88 SP: 3-1
6 Advance Twentyfive (FR) (13)
B c Victor Ludorum - Selfsame (USA)
Owner: Advance Group UK Ltd
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
9-0 (57.2) (13)
Form: 034420
Breeder: Mr Philip Mahler
Foaled 21 Feb. Placed in three of six starts. Beaten 6l behind Dorset at 66-1 when 9th of 30 on his latest outing at Curragh over 7f (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 84 SP: 22-1
7 Astrazar (IRE) (12) (4lb)
B c Starman - Zara Mac (IRE)
Owner: Dubai Thoroughbred Racing
Trainer: Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn
8-13 (56.7) (15)
Form: 024241 D
Breeder: Mr Joseph Kennedy
Foaled 21 Feb. A winner at 15-8 at Ffos Las over 7f (heavy) on his latest outing last month, beating Lavender Gold by 2 1/4l. Official BHA Rating 84 SP: 16-1
8
Born A Star (IRE) (44) (4lb)
B c Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Peace Royale (GER)
Owner: Future Champions, P Moorhead & Partner
Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham
8-13 (56.7) (8)
Form: 041 D
Breeder: Narola LLC
Foaled 13 May. A winner at 8-1 at Musselburgh over 7f (good) on his latest outing in August, beating Yorkshire Queen by 1 1/4l. Official BHA Rating 77 SP: 33-1
Oisin Orr Chris Vamaravalli
William Carver Oleksiy (Alex) Makhmudov
Oliver Stammers
Sean Kirrane Jaypal Singh
P. J. McDonald Vishesh Jogessur
Billy Garritty Helen Hamilton
Paul Mulrennan
Connor Beasley Georgia Radin
9
Horse st-lb (kgs) Draw
Magic Stone (IRE) (28) (4lb) 8-13 (56.7) (7)
B c Acclamation - Irishstone (IRE)
Owner: The Montassib Partnership
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket
NON-RUNNER (LAME)
NON RUNNER
10
Real American (IRE) (9) (4lb)
B c Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - White Rosa (IRE)
Owner: Mr Ryan Kent
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
Form: 52212
Breeder: Annshoon Stud
8-13 (56.7) (5)
Form: 1 D
Breeder: South House Stud
Foaled 23 Apr Half-brother to Marshman, won three times at 5f and 6f including a Group 3 race. Won on his latest outing when 6-4fav at Catterick over 7f (soft) earlier this month, beating Beyond The Bar by a neck. Official BHA Rating - SP: 5-1
11
Going Commando (IRE)
B g Soldier’s Call - Souter’s Sister (IRE)
Owner: Keatley Owners Group, Hart & O’Neill
Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton
(28) (2lb) 8-12 (56.2) (6)
Form: 625335
Breeder: Ballyhane Stud
Foaled 24 Feb. Placed twice in seven starts. Finished 7l behind Mossvale Diva when fifth of 9 at 9-1 on his latest outing at Chester over 6f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 68 SP: 100-1
12
Sagremor (IRE) (31) (2lb)
B or Br c Armor - My Love’s Passion (FR)
Owner: Les ducs de Normandie
Trainer: David Menuisier, Pulborough
8-12 (56.2) (3)
Form: 03 BF
Breeder: Mr Sylvain Vidal
Foaled 27 Mar Dam won at 5f Placed once in two starts. Third of 8 behind Malachy’s Wish beaten 7l at 9-4fav on his latest outing at Ffos Las over 7f (heavy) last month. Official BHA Rating - SP: 50-1
13
Deluded (IRE) (20) (6lb)
B c Shaman (IRE) - Serenity Dove
Owner: Laurence Bellman and Partner
Trainer: Charlie Fellowes, Newmarket
(55.8) (10)
Form: 201 D
Breeder: Ringfort Stud Ltd
Foaled 6 Apr Won on his latest outing when 4-7fav at Wolverhampton over 7f last month, beating Stepinmydirection by a head. Official BHA Rating 74 SP: 66-1
14
Gold Dawn (GB) (15) (4lb)
B g Havana Gold (IRE) - Usra (IRE)
Owner: Ms Diamond, Byrne, Owen
Trainer: Hugo Palmer, Malpas
(55.3) (12)
Form: 205522
Breeder: Crypto Bloodstock
Foaled 22 Feb. Placed in three of six starts. Beaten 3 1/2l by Big Song when second of 7 at 9-2 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 1m (good) last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time Official BHA Rating 77 SP: 22-1
15
Red Spells Danger (IRE) (20) (4lb)
B g Cotai Glory - Saikung (IRE)
Owner: Mr J N Blackburn & Partner
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
8-10 (55.3) (4)
Form: 363
Breeder: Kangyu International Racing Ltd
Foaled 31 Jan. Placed once in three starts. Third of 7 behind Nobody Knows beaten 2 3/4l at 13-2 on his latest outing at Ayr over 7f (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 81 SP: 20-1
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 15
Blinkers worn first time by No 14 Hood worn by No 5.
STEWARDS NOTE
SAGREMOR: Following its run on 9/9/2025 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed under pressure.
PROBABLE S.P.’S
3-1 Ghost Mode (IRE), 5-1 Real American (IRE), 11-2 Big Song (IRE), 17-2 Malachy’s Wish (GB), 10-1 Magic Stone (IRE), 16-1 Astrazar (IRE), 20-1 Red Spells Danger (IRE), 22-1 Advertised (IRE), Daydreama (GB), Advance Twentyfive (FR), Gold Dawn (GB), 33-1 Born A Star (IRE), 50-1 Sagremor (IRE), 66-1 Deluded (IRE), 100-1 Going Commando (IRE)
Shane Gray Andy Yan
John Egan
Silvestre De Sousa
Daniel Tudhope
Danny Garman
Andrew Mullen
Duran Fentiman Nina Sumpton
(EXACTA)
RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION
1st £50960
3rd £11960
2nd £23890
4th £5970
TIME DISTANCES
SECOND RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Simon Sweeting.
EBF have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race.
HBLB PRIZE MONEY
The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £191,049 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 15th September to 31st December 2025.
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The William Hill Each Way Extra Stakes (GBBPlus Race)
One Mile Two Furlongs About 56 Yards (2,000 metres)
See page 76 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 1m 2f
Race Type: Handicap Rating: 81-100
Prize Money: £50,000
Age: 3
Stalls: Inside Rail
Beloved of the sponsor, it is time for a handicap. This one is 3yo only, rated 0-100, going one mile and a quarter, Dante’s Lad has the top load.
If you are looking for a tip then perhaps follow the racecourse tipster, Baron Ferdinand, who has marked his selections with a red bi plane. NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
RaceiQ Par Time: 2m 9.56s (Based on going description: Good). Course Record: 2m 4.32s by City Of Troy (21-Aug-24)
All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last seven years
Leading course trainer (20-25): A Balding (37 wins from 205 runners, 18%) runs
AMMON Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A Balding (11 wins from 65 runners, 17%) runs
Longest Traveller: JUPITER AMMON trained by A Balding, Kingsclere, 216 miles.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 8th October
KNAVESMIRE TIP
Hornsea Bay has posted several creditable efforts in defeat in handicap company this summer and another good showing is forecast. However, the son of New Bay could prove vulnerable to something unexposed, with MUKHTALIF fitting the bill. William Haggas’ charge supplemented a decent second behind a subsequent 88-rated rival at Haydock with a breakthrough triumph at Newcastle last month and an official rating of 81 could prove to be lenient. Dante’s Lad is also worth a second look.
Hornsea Bay
3rd Race 2.40
The William Hill Each Way Extra Stakes
No Horse
1 Dante’s Lad (IRE) (20)
Br or Gr g Wootton Bassett - Bewitched (IRE)
Owner: Austin Whelan & Teme Valley
Trainer: George Boughey, Newmarket
Distance: 1m 2f
Race Type: Handicap (81-100)
Prize Money: £50,000
Age: 3
Stalls: Inside Rail
st-lb (kgs) Draw
9-9 (61.2) (7)
Form: 611P25 CD
Breeder: R. Scarborough & Carradale
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 2f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Finished 7l behind Mustazeed when fifth of 11 at 7-1 on his latest outing at Newbury over 1m 2f (good to soft) last month. Has won at Windsor and York this season. Official BHA Rating 95 SP: 10-1
2
Castle Stuart (IRE) (29)
B c Dubawi (IRE) - Golden Crown
Owner: P. D. Smith Holdings Ltd
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
9-7 (60.3) (1)
Form: 15-3130
Breeder: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum
Successful at 1m and 1m 1f on good and soft ground. Beaten 8l behind Devil’s Advocate at 17-2 when seventh of 10 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 1m 2f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 93 SP: 14-1
3
Parole d’Oro (GB) (57)
B g Without Parole - Pretty Paper (IRE)
Owner: Mrs I. Corbani
Trainer: Michael Bell, Newmarket
9-7 (60.3) (2)
Form: 1-20205 BF
Breeder: Papillon Stables Sarl
A winner at 7f on good to firm ground. Finished 2 1/2l behind Auld Toon Loon when fifth of 9 at 16-5fav on his latest outing at Windsor over 1m 2f (good to firm) in August. Official BHA Rating 93 SP: 6-1
4 Hornsea Bay (GB) (22)
Ch g New Bay - Ice Sprite
Owner: The Horse Watchers 3 & Robin Oliver
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
9-2 (58.1) (5)
Form: 442653 BF
Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited
A winner at 1m on good ground. Third of 13 behind El Burhan beaten 2 1/2l at 5-2jt-fav on his latest outing at Ayr over 1m 2f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 88 SP: 7-2
5 Jupiter Ammon (IRE) (20)
Ch c New Bay - Beautiful Gesture
Owner: Mrs Fitri Hay
Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
8-11 (55.8) (4)
Form: 422622 BF
Breeder: China Horse Club International Ltd
Placed in four of seven starts. Beaten 1 1/2l by Empire Of Light when second of 6 at 9-4fav on his latest outing at Chester over 1m 2f (heavy) last month. Official BHA Rating 83 SP: 4-1
6 Canvas (GB) (33)
B g Advertise - Image
Owner: Scott Dixon Racing Partnership
Trainer: Scott Dixon, Rolleston
8-10 (55.3) (8)
Form: 412501 C
Breeder: Bumble Bloodstock & Manton Park
He has won three times at 1m on good to firm and good ground. A winner at 7-1 here over 1m (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Rajapour by 3/4l. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 82 SP: 13-2
7 Mukhtalif (IRE) (15)
B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Maqsad (FR)
Owner: Shadwell Estate Company Ltd
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket
8-9
(54.9) (6)
Form: 3221 D
Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited
Won on his latest outing when 1-7fav at Newcastle over 1m 2f last month, beating Pride Of Donegal by a neck. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time Official BHA Rating 81 SP: 5-1
8 Tiger (FR) (20)
B g Wooded (IRE) - Edya
Owner: Gonzales and Michael Watt
Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Jack Callan (5) Dean Williams
8-8 (54.4) (3)
Form: 51400
Breeder: Haras de La Mercerie
A winner at 1m 1f on the all-weather Beaten 16l behind Eternal Force at 40-1 when seventh of 15 on his latest outing at Newbury over 1m (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 80 SP: 25-1
Warren Fentiman (5) Saskia Commons Senior
Connor Beasley James Walker
Daniel Tudhope Muhammad Irfan.
P. J. McDonald Emily Clapson
Joey Haynes
Cieren Fallon Safid Alam
Silvestre De Sousa Fabrice Smeulders
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 8............................................................................................(EXACTA)
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 7. Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 3. Running for the first time since Gelding No 3.
PROBABLE S.P.’S
7-2 Hornsea Bay (GB), 4-1 Jupiter Ammon (IRE), 5-1 Mukhtalif (IRE), 6-1 Parole d’Oro (GB), 13-2 Canvas (GB), 10-1 Dante’s Lad (IRE), 14-1 Castle Stuart (IRE), 25-1 Tiger (FR)
RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION
1st £25770
2nd £12085
3rd £6045. 4th £3020 TIME DISTANCES
THIRD RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Mandy Grimbleby and Michael Longyear
William Hill have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race
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2.57
The bet365 Fillies’ Mile (Group 1)
About One Mile (1,600 metres)
1 Amora Queen (GER) (64)
B f Waldgeist - Amona (IRE) (Aussie Rules (USA))
Owner: Mr Jaber Abdullah
Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Distance: 1m
Race Type: Group One
Prize Money: £528,750 (Inc. Supplementary) Age: 2
9-2 (58.1) (1)
Jockey: James Doyle
Form: 11 D Breeder: Stiftung Gestut Fahrhof
Foaled 6 Feb. Half-sister to If Not Now, won three times between 1m and 1m 6f Successful at 7f and 1m on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Won on her latest outing when 2-7fav at Chelmsford City over 1m in August, beating Loblolly by a head. Has also won at Doncaster this season. Official BHA Rating 91 SP: 66-1
2 Composing (IRE) (13)
B f Wootton Bassett - Epona Plays (IRE) (Australia)
Owner: Mrs J Magnier/M Tabor/D Smith/Westerberg
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien, Ireland
3 Dance To The Music (GB) (27)
9-2 (58.1) (9)
Jockey: W. M. Lordan
Form: 511143 BF Breeder: Renzo Forni
Foaled 5 Apr She has won three times at 7f on good and yielding - soft ground. Third of 30 behind Dorset beaten 1 3/4l at 5-6fav on her latest outing at Curragh over 7f (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 107 SP: 25-1
(58.1) (6)
Ch f Dubawi (IRE) - Miss Lucifer (FR) (Noverre (USA)) Jockey: William Buick
Owner: Godolphin
Trainer: Charlie Appleby, Newmarket Form: 114 C Breeder: Godolphin
Foaled 27 Apr Successful at 6f and 7f on good to firm ground. Finished 1 1/4l behind Corsia Veloce when fourth of 9 at 5-4fav on her latest outing in the Grade 1 Johnnie Walker Natalma Stakes at Woodbine over 1m (good) last month. Has won twice at this venue this season. Official BHA Rating 101 SP: 13-2
4 Evolutionist (IRE) (48)
Ch f Night of Thunder (IRE) - Model Guest (Showcasing)
Owner: Mr Zhang Yuesheng
9-2 (58.1) (7)
Jockey: Clifford Lee
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn Form: 413 CD Breeder: Gigginstown House
Foaled 2 Mar A winner at 1m on good to firm ground. Third of 6 behind Composing beaten 4 1/2l at 9-1 on her latest outing in the Group 2 Alpha Centauri Debutante Stakes at Curragh over 7f (good) in August. Official BHA Rating 98 SP: 40-1
5 Legacy Link (GB) (35) 9-2 (58.1) (4)
B f Dubawi (IRE) - Chiasma (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))
Owner: Juddmonte
Jockey: Colin Keane
Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket Form: 31 D Breeder: Juddmonte Farms Ltd
Foaled 25 Feb. Dam won at 1m 4f Won on her latest outing when 4-5fav at Haydock over 1m (good) last month, beating Lyrics Of Life by 2 1/2l. Official BHA Rating - SP: 10-3
6 Moments of Joy (USA) (41)
Ch f Justify (USA) - Shell House (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))
Owner: Mrs John Magnier,Mr M.Tabor & Mr D.Smith
(58.1) (5)
Jockey: Tom Marquand
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien, Ireland Form: 132
7 Moon Target (GB) (14)
B f Cracksman - Lunar Corona (Dansili)
Owner: Cheveley Park Stud
Trainer: Sir Mark Prescott Bt, Newmarket
Orpendale/Chelston/Wynatt
Foaled 14 Mar A winner at 7f on good ground. Beaten 2 1/4l by Queen Of Hawaii when second of 6 at 9-2 on her latest outing in the Group 3 Newtownanner Stud Irish European Breeders Fund Stakes at Curragh over 1m (good) in August. Official BHA Rating 97 SP: 18-1
(58.1) (3)
Jockey: Luke Morris
Form: 11203 C
Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited
Foaled 27 Feb. Successful twice at 7f on good and good to soft ground. Third of 10 behind Zanthos beaten 3 1/2l at 5-1 on her latest outing here over 7f (good to firm) last month. Has won at Yarmouth and here this season. Official BHA Rating 103 SP: 14-1 No Horse st-lb (kgs) Draw
8 Precise (IRE) (26)
Ch f Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Way To My Heart (IRE) (Galileo (IRE)) Jockey: C. Soumillon
Foaled 2 May. She has won three times at 7f on ground varying from good to firm to yielding. A winner at 11-2 in the Group 1 Moyglare Stud Stakes at Curragh over 7f (yielding) on her latest outing last month, beating Beautify by 3/4l. Official BHA
9
Queen of Hawaii (IRE) (41)
B f Kingman - Hibiscus (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))
Owner: Mr Phillip Antonacci
Dylan Browne McMonagle
Trainer: Joseph Patrick O’Brien, Ireland Form: 611 D Breeder: Mrs Susan Roy & Mr Nicolas Wrigley
Foaled 14 Mar Successful twice at 1m on good ground. A winner at 10-3 in the Group 3 Newtownanner Stud Irish European Breeders Fund Stakes at Curragh over 1m (good) on her latest outing in August, beating Moments Of Joy by 2 1/4l. Official BHA Rating 102 SP: 9-1
10 Sugar Island (IRE) (29)
B f Dubawi (IRE) - Heaven On Earth (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))
Foaled 16 Mar A winner at 7f on good - yielding ground. Third of 8 behind Aylin beaten 1 1/4l at 13-2 on her latest outing in the Group 2 Betfred May Hill Stakes at Doncaster over 1m (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 100
11 Venetian Lace (IRE) (29)
Ch f Masar (IRE) - Nash Nasha (Dubawi (IRE))
Owner: Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Al Maktoum
Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Jason Hart
Godolphin
Foaled 4 Feb. A winner at 6f on the all-weather Finished 4 1/2l behind Aylin when sixth of 8 at 13-2 on her latest outing in the Group 2 Betfred May Hill Stakes at Doncaster over 1m (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 96
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11...........................................................................................(EXACTA)
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 7. PROBABLE S.P.’S
15-8 Precise (IRE), 10-3 Legacy Link (GB), 13-2 Dance To The Music (GB), 9-1 Queen of Hawaii (IRE), 14-1 Moon Target (GB), 18-1 Moments of Joy (USA), 25-1 Composing (IRE), Sugar Island (IRE), 40-1 Evolutionist (IRE), 66-1 Amora Queen (GER), 80-1 Venetian Lace (IRE)
4th Race 3.18
The William Hill Best Odds Guaranteed
EBF Novice Stakes (GBB Race)
Six Furlongs (1,200 metres)
See page 76 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 6f
Race Type: Novice
Prize Money: £25,000
Age: 2
Stalls: Centre
A novice race so limited to 2yos, run over six furlongs. At this stage in their career there is a natural difference between the colts and fillies with the former expected to start from a higher weight to deliver a fair contest, notice how La Belle Forest and Thaluna both benefit. After that it is level weights, except as both fillies have won already that generates a weight “penalty” which reduces the gap on the boys
All are registered with the European Breeders’ Fund. This means that their sire (father) is based and registered in Europe with the EBF, which is a scheme to encourage the best in bloodstock.
All a bit much? Then go for the alternative “P” for “pin” rather than “pedigree”.
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: FONDO BLANCO
Trainer: Roger Varian
Jockey: Ray Dawson
Age/Weight: 2-9-4
Runners: 8 SP: 4/5F
Fondo Blanco backed up his debut success over this longer trip very stylishly to narrowly deny Belgrave the win.
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
RaceiQ Par Time: 1m 12.67s (Based on going description: Good).
Course Record: 1m 8.90s by Tiggy Wiggy (21-Aug-14)
All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last seven years
Leading course trainer (20-25): W Haggas (36 wins from 215 runners, 17%) runs THALUNA Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): K R Burke (10 wins from 51 runners, 20%) runs LA BELLE FOREST Longest Traveller: HALLO SPACEBOY trained by E Walker, Upper Lambourn, 202 miles.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 8th October
KNAVESMIRE TIP
La Belle Forest changed hands for 165,000gns as a yearling and is a half-sister to a juvenile winner, so she warrants a market check on her introduction. However, THALUNA made a promising debut when filling the runner-up spot over 5f at Ascot last month and is likely to relish this extra furlong. William Haggas’ youngster could have any amount of improvement to come and looks the one to beat. Any market confidence behind newcomer Hallo Spaceboy would be interesting.
THALUNA
La Belle Forest
The William Hill Best Odds Guaranteed EBF
1
Boy Star (GB) (-)
B c Zoustar (AUS) - Jalela
Owner: P. D. Smith Holdings Ltd
Distance: 6f
Race Type: Novice
Prize Money: £25,000
Age: 2
Stalls: Centre
(2)
Jockey: Shane Gray
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton Form: Breeder: The Jalela Partnership
Foaled 3 Jan. Half-brother to Our Havana, won twice at 7f Newcomers representing this yard must always be respected at York. Keep an eye on the betting. Official BHA Rating - SP: 14-1
2
Ephron (IRE) (15)
Ch c Calyx - Gudrid (IRE)
Owner: Middleham Park Racing LXVI and P Demilow
Trainer: Gemma Tutty, Northallerton
Jockey: Connor Beasley
Form: 06
Breeder: Whisperview Trading Ltd
Foaled 24 Mar Dam a lightly raced maiden. Unplaced in both starts. Finished 8l behind Malachy’s Wish when sixth of 9 at 7-1 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 7f last month. Official BHA Rating - SP: 33-1
3
Hallo Spaceboy (GB) (-)
(8)
B c Starman - New Day Dawn (IRE) Jockey: Paul Mulrennan
Owner: David Ward
Trainer: Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn
Form:
Breeder: David Ward
Foaled 14 Apr Half-brother to Mutamanni, won twice at 5f Bred to be speedy and he’s very much taken seriously on debut. Official BHA Rating - SP: 8-1
4
Invincible Boy (IRE) (-)
(6)
B c Invincible Army (IRE) - Julia’s Magic (IRE) Jockey: Cam Hardie
Owner: P. D. Smith Holdings Ltd
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton Form: Breeder: Ardrums House Stud
Foaled 23 Jan. Dam won at 5f and 6f. Interesting debutant for a shrewd yard and it would come as no surprise if he went well. Official BHA Rating - SP: 10-1
5 Top Lad (GB) (37)
B g Starman - Hen Night (IRE)
Owner: Eastscope 45
9-7 (60.3) (1)
Billy Garritty
Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton Form: 3 Breeder: Gigginstown House Stud
Foaled 21 Mar Half-brother to Dagian, won on the flat at 1m 2f and in NH flat race at 2m. Third of 4 behind Boston Dan beaten 5l at 12-1 on his racecourse debut at Hamilton over 5f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating - SP: 14-1
6 Viking Glory (IRE) (-)
(7)
B c Cotai Glory - Earth Goddess Jockey: Oisin Orr
Owner: Milestone Bloodstock Ltd
Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton Form: Breeder: Ringfort Stud Ltd
Foaled 7 Mar. Half-brother to Phoebus, won at 1m 2f. He might want further in time, but is respected nevertheless given his connections. Official BHA Rating - SP: 9-1
7 La Belle Forest (IRE) (-)
B f Mehmas (IRE) - Hard Forest (IRE)
Owner: Sheikh Juma Dalmook Al Maktoum
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
(58.1) (4)
Tally-Ho Stud
Foaled 1 Feb. Half-sister to Just King High, won at 5f Represents a top yard and makes plenty of appeal on pedigree One to consider on debut. Official BHA Rating - SP: 9-2
8 Thaluna (GB) (35)
(5)
B f Zoustar (AUS) - Peach Melba Jockey: Cieren Fallon
Owner: Mr George Waud
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket Form: 2 Breeder: R Kent & Executors of Lady Lonsdale
Foaled 26 Mar. Full sister to Zoology, won at 6f and 7f Beaten 1 1/4l by Watcha Snoop when second of 5 at 11-2 on her racecourse debut at Ascot over 6f (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating - SP: 13-8
PROBABLE S.P.’S
13-8 Thaluna (GB), 9-2 La Belle Forest (IRE), 8-1 Hallo Spaceboy (GB), 9-1 Viking Glory (IRE), 10-1 Invincible Boy (IRE), 14-1 Boy Star (GB), Top Lad (GB), 33-1 Ephron (IRE)
RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION
FOURTH RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Joanne Whittle and Carla Frank.
William Hill have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race.
GBB NOTICE
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Stakes
Five Furlongs (1,000 metres)
See page 76 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 5f Race Type:
Prize Money: £25,000 Age: 2
Stalls: Centre
Getting the hang of handicaps? This one is for 2yo horses, run over five furlongs.
The best on past performance will be the highest rated, in this case Clear Force will carry most weight.
Listen to the Punters Panel at 12.50pm to hear the view of the experts.
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: END OF STORY
Trainer: Kevin Ryan
Jockey: Tom Eaves
Age/Weight: 2-9-1
Runners: 10 SP: 11/2C
End Of Story put this race to bed when he ran a simple race over testing ground. He proved himself the best of the three joint favourites in a competitive field.
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
RaceiQ Par Time: 59.21s (Based on going description: Good).
Course Record: 57.11s by Big Time Baby (20-Aug-16)
All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last seven years
Leading course trainer (20-25): A Balding (37 wins from 205 runners, 18%) runs SANDS OF SPAIN Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A Balding (11 wins from 65 runners, 17%) runs SANDS OF SPAIN Fancy That: K R Burke won this race in 2017 and 2019. The stable runs CLEAR FORCE today. Longest Traveller: SANDS OF SPAIN trained by A Balding, Kingsclere, 216 miles.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 8th October
KNAVESMIRE TIP
CLEAR FORCE had Concert (third) and Lil Brother (fourth) behind when beaten half a length into second at Haydock last month and is just 2lb higher so Karl Burke’s colt is fancied to regain the winning thread. Mighty Magnus was far from disgraced when taking the silver medal home at Hamilton and has to be respected off an unchanged rating. CLEAR FORCE
The Parsonage Hotel and Cloisters Spa
1 Clear Force (IRE) (14)
B c Supremacy (IRE) - Gecorja (IRE)
Owner: Sheikh Rashid Dalmook Al Maktoum
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
Distance: 5f
Race Type: Handicap (0-95) Prize Money: £25,000
Age: 2
Stalls: Centre
9-9 (61.2) (2)
Jockey: Jack Nicholls (5)
Form: 214032 D
Breeder: Pier House Stud
Foaled 15 Feb. A winner at 5f on good ground. Beaten 1/2l by Kolkata Knight when second of 7 at 4-1 on his latest outing at Haydock over 5f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 88 SP: 5-1
2
Sands of Spain (IRE) (20)
9-9 (61.2) (1)
B c Sands of Mali (FR) - Wind Storm Jockey: P. J. McDonald
Owner: Mr J. Maldonado
Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
Form: 113640 D
Breeder: Rathbride Farm
Foaled 27 Apr Successful twice at 5f on good to soft ground and on the all-weather Beaten 15l behind Words Of Truth at 25-1 when seventh of 8 on his latest outing in the Group 2 Mill Reef Stakes at Newbury over 6f (good to soft) last month. Has won at Newcastle and Carlisle this season. Official BHA Rating 88 SP: 12-1
3 Lil Brother (GB) (14)
B c Showcasing - Blank Verse
Owner: Mr Gary Gillies
9-6 (59.9) (11)
Jockey: Ashley Lewis (5)
Trainer: Paul Attwater, Upper Lambourn Form: 102614 D BF Breeder: J H R Horses Ltd
Foaled 24 Feb. Successful twice at 5f on good to firm and good ground. Finished 3 1/2l behind Kolkata Knight when fourth of 7 at 3-1fav on his latest outing at Haydock over 5f (good to soft) last month. Has won at Windsor and Nottingham this season. Official BHA Rating 85 SP: 12-1
4
Utmost Respect (IRE) (21)
9-5 (59.4) (4)
B c Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Across The Sea Jockey: Oisin Orr
Owner: Mr M. A. Scaife
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
20104 D
Irish National Stud
Foaled 29 Jan. A winner at 5f on good ground. Finished 7l behind Ardisia when fourth of 9 at 11-1 on his latest outing at Ayr over 6f (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 84 SP: 16-1
5 Temple of Athena (GB) (21)
9-5 (59.4) (8)
B f Magna Grecia (IRE) - Dance Hall Girl (IRE) Jockey: Ben Robinson
Owner: Nick Bradley Racing 17 and Partner
Trainer: Brian Ellison, Malton Form: 130516 D Breeder: Skymarc Farm
Foaled 8 Apr Successful twice at 5f on good to soft and soft ground. Finished 4l behind Chairmanfourtimes when sixth of 12 at 11-1 on her latest outing at Ayr over 5f (soft) last month. Has won at Chester and Beverley this season. Official BHA Rating 84 SP: 11-1
6 Bye Law (IRE) (21)
B c Invincible Army (IRE) - Virtually
Owner: Mr D Sturdy, Mr D Lumley & Partner
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
9-3 (58.5) (12)
Jockey: James Sullivan
Form: 4110
Breeder: Mr Donnchadh Higgins
Foaled 18 Apr. Successful twice at 6f on good to firm and good ground. Well beaten at 14-1 behind Ardisia when last of 9 on his latest outing at Ayr over 6f (soft) last month. Has won at Redcar and Ayr this season. Official BHA Rating 82 (-1) SP: 50-1
7 Hanney Girl (GB) (21)
B f Cable Bay (IRE) - Holloa Jockey: Duran Fentiman
Owner: Thames Ceilings Ltd
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
361125 D
Breeder: Tibthorpe Stud
Foaled 24 Mar Successful twice at 5f on good to firm ground Finished 4l behind Chairmanfourtimes when fifth of 12 at 20-1 on her latest outing at Ayr over 5f (soft) last month. Has won at Ripon and Beverley this season. Official BHA Rating 81 SP: 14-1
8 Go Vince Go (IRE) (21)
B g Invincible Army (IRE) - Oddysey (IRE)
Owner: Reality Partnerships XI
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Jockey: Sean Kirrane
Form: 541016
Breeder: H. J. O’Brien & M. McCallan
Foaled 7 Mar Successful twice at 6f on good to soft ground. Finished 11l behind Ardisia when sixth of 9 at 4-1 on his latest outing at Ayr over 6f (soft) last month. Has won twice at Hamilton this season. Official BHA Rating 81 SP: 12-1
9
Mighty Magnus (IRE) (18)
(7)
B c Dark Angel (IRE) - Holwah Jockey: Connor Beasley
Owner: Mr Frank Lowe
Trainer: Michael Dods, Darlington Form: 631242 D Breeder: Funcheon Bloodstock & K B Lynch
Foaled 6 Feb. A winner at 5f on good ground. Beaten 3/4l by Dandy Style when second of 5 at 9-2 on his latest outing at Hamilton over 5f (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 79 SP: 13-2
10
Reimagined (IRE) (28)
B f Kodi Bear (IRE) - Pearly Empress (FR) Jockey: Callum Hutchinson
Owner: Mrs Rolline O’Callaghan
Trainer: Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury Form: 010
Breeder: Pearly Empress Partnership
Foaled 23 Apr A winner at 6f on good ground. Well beaten at 20-1 behind Anthelia when last of 11 on her latest outing in the Group
3 Dick Poole Fillies’ Stakes at Salisbury over 6f (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 77 SP: 20-1
11 Quantum Power (IRE) (23)
B g Supremacy (IRE) - Little Bubbles (IRE)
Owner: Moulton Racing
Trainer: Tom Clover, Newmarket
(6)
Silvestre
Rossenarra Bloodstock Ltd
Foaled 17 Feb. A winner at 10-3 at Beverley over 5f (soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Fordham Flyer by 1 1/4l. Official BHA Rating 77
12 Concert (GB) (14)
Gr f Showcasing - Flymetothemoon
Owner: HIghclere T’ Racing - Scots Pine
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket
17-2
(9)
Jockey: Cieren Fallon
Form: 21403
Breeder: Carmel Stud
Foaled 10 Mar. A winner at 6f on good to firm ground. Third of 7 behind Kolkata Knight beaten 2l at 11-1 on her latest outing at Haydock over 5f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 75 SP: 17-2
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 12...........................................................................................(EXACTA)
Visor worn by No 11. Tongue Strap worn by No 7, 12. STEWARDS NOTE
CONCERT: Following its run on 26/9/2025 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed. PROBABLE S.P.’S
5-1 Clear Force (IRE), 13-2 Mighty Magnus (IRE), 17-2 Quantum Power (IRE), Concert (GB), 11-1 Temple of Athena (GB), 12-1 Sands of Spain (IRE), Lil Brother (GB), Go Vince Go (IRE), 14-1 Hanney Girl (GB), 16-1 Utmost Respect (IRE), 20-1 Reimagined (IRE), 50-1 Bye Law (IRE)
FIFTH RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Representative of The Parsonage Hotel.
Parsonage Hotel & Spa have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race
COPPER KNIGHT: WINNING-MOST HORSE HERE
EYES ON OUR SIXTH RACE WHEN COPPER KNIGHT, HOPES TO RECORD WIN NUMBER EIGHT.
The Denham family first ran Copper Knight at York back in 2017 when he won the first of his seven races. He had further success at York before taking his most prestigious prize at the track. The John Smith’s City Walls Stakes 2019, his first Listed success.
A plaque has been erected in his honour on the pre-parade ring side of the weighing room, where it reads ‘winning most’, as he may well not be done with winning at York just yet!
In July of 2023, July Copper Knight made history by registering another win on the Knavesmire. He remains a stalwart of Tim Easterby’s operation, with a record breaking seven wins.
Speaking ahead of today’s run, Tom Denham said, “He’s just been an unbelievable horse to be involved with. He still loves getting up in the morning and going for a canter. I’m lucky enough to work at Tim’s and get to see him most mornings. It’s just an absolute joy to be involved with him. We don’t take anything for granted. I’m hoping to be in racing for a very long time and I’m not sure I’ll ever have one as good as him.”
Four generations of his owners are planning to cheer him on; grandfather Keith and his son, Tony, then both Tom and his brother James with baby Rupert making the fourth age! Will Copper Knight continue to make history with an eighth win today on his 35th run at York?
The Copper Knight Winningmost Horse Stakes
Five Furlongs (1,000 metres)
See page 76 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 5f
Race Type: Handicap Rating: 76-95
Prize Money: £25,000
Age: 3+
Stalls: Centre
Still a handicap, this time for 3yo+ horses though still over five furlongs.
“Offer a chance for everyone” is a good maxim for those planning races and in this contest the upper rating of 95 means that these are still quality horses but they won’t have their spotlight stolen by a real superstar
Need some help? If you want to talk York form, then Copper Knight has it in spades being the winning most horse here, will today mark a new record of eight victories.
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: VINCE L’AMOUR
Trainer: Tim Easterby
Jockey: Jason Hart
Age/Weight: 3-8-8
Runners: 17 SP: 14/1
Ran well over this C&D last month and proved himself unbeatable on his favoured soft ground for the Tim Easterby team.
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
RaceiQ Par Time: 58.56s (Based on going description: Good). Course Record: 55.90s by Battaash (23-Aug-19)
All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last seven years
Leading course trainer (20-25): W Haggas (36 wins from 215 runners, 17%) runs KINSWOMAN
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (8 wins from 84 runners, 10%) runs ALBEGONE, COPPER KNIGHT & EQUITY LAW
Fancy That: T Easterby won this race in 2017, 2018 and 2024 The stables runners are listed above Longest Traveller: ETERNAL SUNSHINE trained by J Goldie, Glasgow, 219 miles.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 8th October
KNAVESMIRE TIP
Dropping back to 5f has been the making of KINSWOMAN and an 8lb rise for her comfortable victory at Chester could prove lenient as she goes up in grade. Azure Angel bounced back to form with a success at Southwell and is capable of being in the shake-up, along with the in-form Roach Power, who scored at Ascot only last Saturday. Copper Knight has had a few attempts at landing the race named after him but arrives in top form after scoring at Redcar last week, while Portland winner Eternal Sunshine is another to note.
The Copper Knight Winningmost Horse Stakes
Horse
1 Azure Angel (GB) (19)
Ch m Harry Angel (IRE) - Silken Skies (IRE)
Owner: Future Champions Racing And Partner
Trainer: Edward Bethell, Middleham
Distance: 5f
Race Type: Handicap (76-95)
Prize Money: £25,000
Age: 3+
Stalls: Centre
st-lb (kgs) Draw
5 9-9 (61.2) (17)
Jockey: Archie Young (5)
Form: 213001 D
Breeder: Mrs Tina Cox
Winner of six races from 5f to 7f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather A winner at 18-1 at Southwell over 5f on her latest outing last month, beating Vintage Clarets by 1/2l. Has also won at Redcar this season. Official BHA Rating 93 SP: 11-1
2
Queen’s Guard (GB) (19)
4 9-7 (60.3) (3)
B f Havana Grey - So Brave Jockey: Andrew Mullen
Owner: Mr Steve Macdonald
Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
Form: 0-46020
Breeder: Carmel Stud
She has won three times at 6f on good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 10l behind Azure Angel at 18-1 when 13th of 14 on her latest outing at Southwell over 5f last month. Official BHA Rating 91 (-1) SP: 40-1
3 Rhythm N Hooves (GB) (27)
B g Pearl Secret - Street Jazz
Owner: The Cool Silk Partnership
Trainer: Robert Cowell, Newmarket
5 9-7 (60.3)
Silvestre De Sousa
060210 D Breeder: The Cool Silk Partnership
Winner of seven races from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 7l behind Eternal Sunshine at 25-1 when 19th of 21 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 6f (good) last month. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 91
4 Francisco’s Piece (GB) (20)
B c Mayson - Josefa Goya Jockey: Oisin Orr
Owner: Keatley Racing OG, Finneran & Allen
Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton
Form: 4-00500 D
Breeder: Lord Margadale
Successful twice at 5f on good to soft and soft ground. Beaten 7l behind Candy at 22-1 when 12th of 25 on his latest outing at Ayr over 6f (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 89 SP:
5 Squealer (IRE) (19)
B g Mehmas (IRE) - Sunny Hollow Jockey: Rowan Scott
Owner: Martin Webb Racing
Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton
Form: 214000 CD
Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
He has won four times at 5f on good ground. Beaten 5l behind Azure Angel at 14-1 when 11th of 14 on his latest outing at Southwell over 5f last month. Official BHA Rating 88 SP: 16-1
6 Eternal Sunshine (GB) (11)
B m Orientor - Eternal Instinct Jockey: Lauren Young (7)
Owner: Mr James Callow & Mr J. S. Goldie
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Form: 011133 D
Breeder: Goldie Racing Limited
Has won eight races from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground. Third of 10 behind Corolla Point beaten 4 1/2l at 4-1 on her latest outing at Hamilton over 5f (soft) last month. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 88 SP: 14-1
7 Dan Tucker (GB) (33)
B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Time For A Toot (IRE) Jockey: Jack Garritty
Owner: Highbeck Racing 4
Trainer: Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn
Form: 521020 D
Breeder: Merton Place Stud
Successful at 5f and 6f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 6l behind Alzahir at 12-1 when 9th of 14 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month. Has won at Pontefract and Ayr this season. Official BHA Rating 87 SP: 28-1
8 Loom (IRE) (17) 3 9-3 (58.5) (1)
B g Kodiac - Stunner
Owner: Peter Timmins & John Rhodes
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
Jockey: Billy Garritty
Form: 600042 D
Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud A winner at 5f on good ground. Beaten 1l by Star Chorus when second of 9 at 6-1 on his latest outing at Southwell over 5f last month. Official BHA Rating 87 SP: 22-1
9
Harvanna (GB) (15)
B f Havana Grey - Weisse Socken (IRE)
Owner: J & A Young (Racing) Limited
Trainer: Michael Appleby, Oakham
NON-RUNNER (SELFCERT(ABSCESS))
10
Kinswoman (GB) (41)
(20)
Jockey: NON RUNNER
Form: 2-05260 CD Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud
(8)
B f Mehmas (IRE) - Ladyship Jockey: Cieren Fallon
Owner: Cheveley Park Stud
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket Form: 332211 D Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited
Successful twice at 5f on good to firm ground. Won on her latest outing when 5-4fav at Chester over 5f (good to firm) in August, beating I’m Next by 1 1/4l. Has also won at Windsor this season. Official BHA Rating 83 SP: 8-1
11
Jenever (GB) (8)
(12)
B g Swiss Spirit - Dutch Mistress (in 5lb ex) Jockey: P. J. McDonald
Owner: Mr Hession, Mr & Mrs Foxon and Mr Jones
Trainer: Jessica Macey, Doncaster
140001 D
Lianne Delaunois-Vanderperren
Winner of seven races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft and on the all-weather. A winner at 33-1 at Nottingham over 6f (good to soft) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Hoodie Hoo by a head. Carries a 5lb penalty today for that success. Has also won at Sandown this season. Official BHA Rating 78 (+4) SP: 20-1
12 Vantheman (IRE) (13)
B g Invincible Army (IRE) - Laila Honiwillow
Owner: Alison Muir Tonge / Colin Paterson
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton
Tom Eaves
420060 D
Breeder: Yeomanstown Stud
He has won three times from 5f to 6f on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 6l behind Realign at 9-1 when seventh of 12 on his latest outing at Haydock over 6f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 82 SP: 12-1
13
Blinky (IRE) (17)
Ch g Mehmas (IRE) - Goodnight And Joy (IRE)
Owner: Ryedale Racing
Trainer: Antony Brittain, Warthill
Jockey: Cam Hardie
Form: 134503 D
Breeder: Paul McCartan
He has won three times at 5f on good to soft ground and on the all-weather Third of 9 behind Accrual beaten 1/2l at 28-1 on his latest outing at Southwell over 5f last month. Official BHA Rating 80 SP: 18-1
B g Equiano (FR) - Fair Cop
Owner: The Oyster Catchers & Partner
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Jockey: Sean Kirrane
Form: 001410 D Breeder: Littleton Stud
He has won four times from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 2 1/2l behind Zarzyni at 11-1 when eighth of 14 on his latest outing at Southwell over 5f last month. Has won at Catterick and Thirsk this season. Official BHA Rating 79 (-1) SP: 40-1
15 Al Hussar (GB) (11)
Br g Bated Breath - Queen’s Charter
Owner: The Gathering and partner
Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton
Harrison Shaw
Biddestone Stud Ltd
He has won four times at 5f on ground varying from good to firm to heavy and on the all-weather Beaten 1 1/4l by Corolla Point when second of 10 at 10-1 on his latest outing at Hamilton over 5f (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 79 (+1) SP: 12-1 16 Moonstone Boy (IRE) (11)
B g Calyx - Star Fire
Owner: Mr D Stone & Mr J Scott
Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
8-9 (54.9) (18)
Jockey: Mohammed Tabti (5)
Form: 000005 D Breeder: Gce Farm Ltd
He has won four times at 5f on ground varying from good to soft to heavy and on the all-weather Finished 6l behind Corolla Point when fifth of 10 at 11-1 on his latest outing at Hamilton over 5f (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 79 (-2) SP: 66-1
17 Roach Power (IRE) (6)
8-9 (54.9) (6)
Gr g Ribchester (IRE) - Evening Time (IRE) (in 10lb ex) Jockey: John Egan
Owner: Mrs A Tait & Jerry Stevens
Trainer: Michael Wigham, Newmarket Form: 333611 D Breeder: Owenstown Bloodstock Ltd
Winner of seven races from 5f to 7f on ground varying from good to heavy A winner at 7-2 at Ascot over 5f (soft) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Rosario by 1 1/4l. Carries a 10lb penalty today for that success. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 69 (+10) SP: 15-2
18 Copper Knight (IRE) (6)
8-8 (54.4) (15)
B g Sir Prancealot (IRE) - Mystic Dream (in 4lb ex) Jockey: Warren Fentiman (5)
Owner: Ventura Racing (Copper) & Partner
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Form: 300421 CD Breeder: Wardstown Stud Ltd
Has won 18 races at 5f on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather A winner at 11-2 at Redcar over 5f (good to soft) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Lexington Blitz by 1l Carries a 4lb penalty today for that success. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 74 (+4) SP: 10-1
19 Parisiac (IRE) (9)
8-6 (53.5) (5)
B g Kodiac - Colgin (in 5lb ex) Jockey: Jack Nicholls (5)
Owner: Mr Darrell Torrens
Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
Form: 600321 D Breeder: Gce Farm Ltd
Has won nine races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to heavy. A winner at 20-1 at Musselburgh over 5f (soft) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Arnhem by 3/4l. Carries a 5lb penalty today for that success. Has won 3 times this season.
Official BHA Rating 71 (+3) SP: 22-1
20 Albegone (GB) (13)
7 8-4 (52.6) (13)
B g Alhebayeb (IRE) - Pacngo Jockey: Duran Fentiman
Owner: Mr D B & Mrs C Lamplough & Partner
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Form: 341300 D
Breeder: Habton Farms & Mr D. Lamplough
Has won nine races at 5f on ground varying from good to soft. Beaten 5l behind Mark’s Choice at 33-1 when eighth of 13 on his latest outing at Ripon over 5f (good) last month. Runs from 1lb out of handicap Official BHA Rating 73 SP: 50-1
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS
Blinkers worn by No 11, 15, 16, 17 Tongue Strap worn by No 18. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20
STEWARDS NOTE
EQUITY LAW: Following its run on 21/9/2025 it was reported that the horse was hampered at the start. PROBABLE S.P.’S
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Thomas & Keith Denham.
Copper Knight connections have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race
The PJ Staffing Group Apprentice Stakes
(A Leg Of The Go Racing In Yorkshire Future Stars Series)
About Seven Furlongs (1,400 metres)
See page 76 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 7f Race
Prize Money: £25,000
Age: 3+
Stalls: Farside
A farewell handicap open to horses 3 years plus, over seven furlongs.
What makes it a bit different is the jockeys. Connections can reduce the weight carried by their contender by balancing the past success of their chosen jockey against a weight reduction for using a pilot who is still developing. Thus, the level of the reduction depends on the past success of that apprentice. You can see this reflected in the bracketed figure after the rider’s name. See how Candonomore benefits from 7lb claim by Jake Dickson, whereas Maxi Boy is partnered by Conor Orr who has a bigger body of successful work behind him.
If you win this race you can claim bragging rights until we do it all for one last time, starting at 1.30pm tomorrow afternoon.
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: ON THE RIVER
Trainer: Harriet Bethell
Jockey: Aiden Brookes
Age/Weight: 5-10-0
Runners: 18 SP: 11/2F
Returned to form on a softer surface, On The River impressed when he stormed home to a strong finish under Aiden Brookes to justify favouritism.
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
RaceiQ Par Time: 1m 25.87s (Based on going description: Good).
Course Record: 1m 21s by Shine So Bright (24-Aug-19)
All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last seven years
Leading course trainer (20-25): K R Burke (29 wins from 270 runners, 11%) runs NORDIC NORM Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): K R Burke (10 wins from 51 runners, 20%) runs NORDIC NORM Weightwatcher: QUEST FOR FUN won off a handicap mark of 85, his rating is now down 7lb to 78.
Longest Traveller: LITTLE EMPIRE trained by A Mccann, Ireland.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 8th October
KNAVESMIRE TIP
Aiden Brookes landed this contest last year and looks to be on another ideal sort in the shape of VIXEY, who is in the form of her life at present and beat a couple of subsequent winners at Chester most recently Tim Easterby has a strong hand, with dual C&D winner Quest For Fun leading the way, although Candonomore could not have done it much easier at Newcastle last month. Completing the shortlist are Daring Legend, Highfield Viking and Little Empire.
VIXEY Quest For Fun
The PJ Staffing Group Apprentice Stakes
1 Daring Legend (GB) (6)
9-11 (62.1) (1)
B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Swiss Air Jockey: Tom Kiely-Marshall (3)
Owner: The Horse Watchers 8
Trainer: Michael Appleby, Oakham
250016 D Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
He has won four times from 6f to 7f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Finished 6l behind Spell Master when sixth of 11 at 9-1 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 7f earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 80 SP: 22-1
2 Paws For Thought (IRE) (20)
7 9-10 (61.7) (16)
B g Requinto (IRE) - Kitty Softpaws (IRE) Jockey: Charlie Maggs (3)
Owner: Mrs Carol Shaw
Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley Form: 002031 D Breeder: Ballyphilip Stud
Has won nine races from 5f to 7f on ground varying from good to heavy A winner at 9-4 at Chester over 5f (soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Secret Mistral by 1 3/4l. Official BHA Rating 79 SP: 11-1
3
Silent Move (GB)
B g Ardad (IRE) - Feliciana
Owner: Mr R. A. Fahey
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
(6) 4 9-9
002505 D
Oakshott Bloodstock
He has won three times from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Finished 5l behind Spell Master when fifth of 11 at 33-1 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 7f earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 78 (-1)
4 Native Instinct (GB)
(54)
B g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Riviera Belle
Owner: Mr Peter Jeffers
Trainer: Edward Bethell, Middleham
Archie Young (3)
Form: 31-0326
Breeder: Hascombe & Valiant Stud Ltd
A winner at 6f on soft ground. Finished 6l behind Rogue Diplomat when sixth of 10 at 9-2 on his latest outing at Southwell over 7f in August. Official BHA Rating 80 SP: 18-1
5 Nordic Norm (GB) (35)
B g Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Fracherette (IRE) Jockey: Jack Nicholls (3)
Owner: David & Yvonne Blunt
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
Form: 12600B
Breeder: David & Yvonne Blunt
A winner at 1m on the all-weather Brought down when 40-1 at Ascot over 7f (soft) won by Forty Years On last month on his latest outing. Official BHA Rating
6 Vixey (GB) (28)
B m Cable Bay (IRE) - Valoria
Owner: Mr Allan Davies
Trainer: Simon West, Middleham
Aiden Brookes
312121 D
Breeder: New England Stud & Barton Stud
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Won on her latest outing when 7-4fav at Chester over 7f (good) last month, beating
B g Oasis Dream - Lavender And Lace
Owner: Arcane Racing Partnership Trainer: Fionn McSharry, Sheriff Hutton
at 6f and 7f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Third of 10
Ch g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Craic Agus Spraoi (IRE)
9
Candonomore (FR) (12)
4 9-9 (61.2) (19)
B g Almanzor (FR) - Tikitiki (FR) (in 5lb ex) Jockey: Jake Dickson (7)
Owner: Times of Wigan
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Form: 045041 D
Breeder: Haras D’Etreham
He has won four times from 7f to 1m on good to firm and soft ground and on the all-weather A winner at 5-1 at Newcastle over 7f on his latest outing last month, beating Flying Fletcher by 4l Carries a 5lb penalty today for that success. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 73 (+7) SP: 8-1
10
Highfield Viking (GB) (20)
B g Aclaim (IRE) - Pure Illusion (IRE)
Owner: Trainers House Enterprises Ltd
Trainer: John & Sean Quinn, Malton
5 9-8 (60.8) (18)
Jockey: Sam Feilden (5)
Form: 331125 D
Breeder: Trainers House Enterprises Ltd
He has won four times from 6f to 7f on ground varying from good to heavy Finished 5l behind Jannas Journey when fifth of 11 at 4-1 on his latest outing at Ayr over 7f (soft) last month. Has won at Chepstow and Ayr this season. Official BHA Rating 77 SP: 22-1
11
Yaaser (IRE) (20)
B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Urjuwaan
Owner: Michele Craig and David D Smith
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
7 9-8 (60.8) (6)
Shadwell Estate Company Limited
Has won nine races from 7f to 1m on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 12l behind Midnight Lion at 7-1 when 10th of 12 on his latest outing at Ayr over 7f (soft) last month. Has won at Musselburgh and Ayr this season. Official BHA Rating 77 SP: 40-1
12
Another Investment (IRE) (28)
B g Awtaad (IRE) - Mitzi Winks (USA)
Owner: Rakjam & Partner
Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton
(10)
Jockey: Alex Jary
510000 CD
Coseda Ltd
He has won three times from 6f to 7f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 2 1/2l behind Charlie Mason at 28-1 when seventh of 15 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 6f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 77 SP: 40-1 13
Feel The Need (GB) (12)
(14)
B g Ribchester (IRE) - Patterned Jockey: Zak Wheatley
Owner: Mr.K Nicholls, Mr.N Baines & Partners
Trainer: Michael Herrington, Willoughton
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D. J. and Mrs Deer
He has won four times from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft and on the all-weather Finished 2l behind Rogue Encore when fourth of 13 at 12-1 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 1m last month. Official BHA Rating 77 SP: 18-1
14 Sky Advocate (IRE) (20)
Gr g Inns of Court (IRE) - Coolnagree (IRE)
Owner: Miss J. Deadman & Mr S. Barrow
Trainer: Clive Cox, Hungerford
9-8 (60.8) (8)
Jack Callan (3)
620324
Lodge Park Stud
Placed in six of 11 starts. Finished 6l behind Eternal Force when fourth of 15 at 9-1 on his latest outing at Newbury over 1m (good to soft) last month. He is wearing a visor for the first time Official BHA Rating 79 SP: 16-1
g Earthlight (IRE) - Split Trois (FR)
Cian
(3) Owner: R Fell & F Garland Trainer: Roger Fell, Nawton
A winner at 7f on the all-weather Finished 1 1/2l behind Crack On Boys when fourth of 14 at 22-1 on
Gr m Havana Grey - Izola
Owner: Cragg Wood Racing
Trainer: Gemma Tutty, Northallerton
Norelands Bloodstock
William Pyle
302550 D Breeder: Peter & Hugh McCutcheon Winner of six races from 7f to 1m on good ground and on the
17 U Sure Do (IRE) (20)
B g Kodiac - Lake Moon
Owner: Mr J. N. Blackburn
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
3 9-7 (60.3) (4)
Jockey: Amie Waugh
Form: 340412
Breeder: Richard Ahern
A winner at 6f on good ground. Beaten 2 1/2l by Jannas Journey when second of 11 at 14-1 on his latest outing at Ayr over 7f (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 78 SP: 18-1
18
Little Empire (IRE) (142)
B g Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Tamika (IRE)
Owner: Mr Alan Lowry
Trainer: A. McCann, Ireland
5 9-7 (60.3) (15)
Jockey: Elizabeth Gale (5)
Form: 024-241 D
Breeder: Mr Andrew Heffernan
He has won three times from 7f to 1m on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Won on his latest outing when 9-4fav at Ayr over 7f (good to firm) in May, beating Sir Garfield by 1 1/4l. Official BHA Rating 76 SP: 14-1
19 Pal Joey (GB) (24)
Br g Showcasing - Gavota
Owner: Toni Marley and John Murray
Trainer: Ben Haslam, Middleham
3 9-6 (59.9) (20)
Jockey: Lauren Young (5)
Form: 035105
Breeder: Juddmonte Farms Ltd
A winner at 6f on good ground. Finished 2 3/4l behind May Blossom when fifth of 14 at 10-1 on his latest outing at Redcar over 6f (good) last month. He is wearing a tongue-tie for the first time Official BHA Rating 77 SP: 20-1
20 Havana Prince (GB) (20)
Gr g Havana Grey - Sciacca (IRE)
Owner: Bishop, Kench, Croot,Hymas & Scholefield
Trainer: Tony Coyle & Kaine Wood, Norton
(59.4) (22)
Jockey: Mohammed Tabti (3)
Form: 102400 D
Breeder: Edward Peary
Winner of six races from 6f to 1m on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 15l behind Midnight Lion at 18-1 when last of 12 on his latest outing at Ayr over 7f (soft) last month. Has won at Nottingham and Redcar this season. Official BHA Rating 74 SP: 40-1
Placed once in three starts. Finished 3 1/2l behind Monsieur Bondy when fifth of 6 at 40-1 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 7f last month. Official BHA Rating 76 SP: 33-1
22 Ziggy’s Condor (IRE) (13)
Br g Havana Grey - Dolly Colman (IRE)
Owner: Middleham Park Racing XXXI
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
Jockey: Ethan Tindall (7)
Form: 030562 BF
Breeder: Ballyhane Stud
Successful twice at 6f on good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Beaten a neck by Ararat when second of 10 at 9-4fav on his latest outing at Southwell over 6f last month. Official BHA Rating 73 SP: 18-1
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 22 ..........................................................................................(EXACTA)
Visor worn first time by No. 14. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 19. Blinkers worn by No. 10. Visor worn by No. 22. Tongue Strap worn by No 8, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 9. STEWARDS NOTE
DARING LEGEND: Following its run on 4/10/2025 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed. ANOTHER INVESTMENT: Following its run on 12/9/2025 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.
PROBABLE S.P.’S
8-1 Candonomore (FR), 9-1 Quest For Fun (GB), 11-1 Paws For Thought (IRE), Vixey (GB), 14-1 Little Empire (IRE), 16-1 Sky Advocate (IRE), 18-1 Native Instinct (GB), Feel The Need (GB), U Sure Do (IRE), Ziggy’s Condor (IRE), 20-1 Pal Joey (GB), 22-1 Daring Legend (GB), Highfield Viking (GB), Nyman (IRE), 28-1 Silent Move (GB), Maxi Boy (GB), 33-1 Roaring Twenties (GB), 40-1 Yaaser (IRE), Another Investment (IRE), Enola Grey (IRE), Havana Prince (GB), 50-1 Nordic Norm (GB)
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Today’s Race Conditions
FIRST RACE 1.30 - The William Hill Autumn Mile Stakes (Class 2 Handicap)
(CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £25770 to the winning horse The second to receive £12085, the third £6045, the fourth £3020, the fifth £1510 and the sixth £755 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 86-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107; such horses rated 85 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £250 stake if the horse is rated 86 or higher, or £50 stake if the horse is rated 85 or lower with £200 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 8th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after September 27th, 2025, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb WILLIAM HILL has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of WILLIAM HILL. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 32 entries, 5 at £50 and 27 at £250 - Closed October 4th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £20315; Second £10160; Third £5080; Fourth £2540; Fifth £1270; Sixth £635 Penalty Value: £25770 SS For race details see page 33.
SECOND RACE 2.05 - The British EBF £100,000 2yo Final (Class 2) (Colts & Geldings) (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £50960 to the winning horse The second to receive £23890, the third £11960, the fourth £5970, the fifth £2990, the sixth £1480, the seventh £750 and the eighth £370. for two yrs old colts and geldings only, which are E.B.F eligible, and which were placed in the first six on at least one occasion in an EBF Restricted Maiden or Novice race in the current Flat Season. Enter by noon, October 4th and pay £400 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 8th. Weights: 9st each Penalties, a winner of a Class 4 to Class 6 race 3lb Of a Class 2 or Class 3 race 6lb Of 2 races or of a Class 1 race 9lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties) (Penalties not cumulative) Allowances: Band B from Band A 2lb Band C from Band B 2lb Band D from Band C 2lb (Allowances cumulative) THE EUROPEAN BREEDERS’ FUND has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner The European Breeders’ Fund support 151 Flat races each year across Yorkshire; boosting prize money by over £500000 Each year, the British EBF contributes up to £2million to Flat and National Hunt racing nationwide All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of EUROPEAN BREEDERS’ FUND The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code THE TRUSTEES OF THE BRITISH EUROPEAN BREEDERS’ FUND have kindly contributed £50000 towards the prize money for this race. ELIMINATION: The British Horseracing Authority has modified the Race Administration Code in this race, with respect to the elimination of horses from this race. Runners in this race will be reduced by the elimination of those horses which, in the opinion of the BHA Handicapper, have the lowest Handicap Rating or, if they do not qualify for an official rating under the Rules of Racing, have the lowest assessment made by the BHA Handicapper from their performances on the racecourse so far. Form will be taken into account up to and including the day prior to closing. NOTE: Being entered or Declared to Run in an abandoned qualifying race will not make the horse eligible to enter the Final. For the purpose of future qualification and penalties, this race will be treated as a Conditions race. 16 entries at £400 - Closed October 4th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £40160; Second £20080; Third £10040; Fourth £5020; Fifth £2510; Sixth £1250; Seventh £630; Eighth £310 Penalty Value: £50960 A SS For race details see page 41
THIRD RACE 2.40 - The William Hill Each Way Extra Stakes (Class 2 Handicap) (GBBPlus Race) (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £25770 to the winning horse The second to receive £12085, the third £6045, the fourth £3020, the fifth £1510 and the sixth £755 for three yrs old only, Rated 81-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102; such horses rated 80 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £250 stake if the horse is rated 81 or higher, or £50 stake if the horse is rated 80 or lower with £200 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 8th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after September 27th, 2025, for each race won 6lb WILLIAM HILL has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of WILLIAM HILL. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 17 entries, 0 at £50 and 17 at £250 - Closed October 4th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £20315; Second £10160; Third £5080; Fourth £2540; Fifth £1270; Sixth £635 Penalty Value: £25770 Weights raised 5lbs and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable SS For race details see page 49
FOURTH RACE 3.18 -The William Hill Best Odds Guaranteed EBF Novice Stakes (Class 3) (GBB Race) (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £12885 to the winning horse The second to receive £6042, the third £3022, the fourth £1510, the fifth £755 and the sixth £377 for novice two yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible Enter by noon, October 4th and pay £125 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 8th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb Penalties, a winner of a race 6lb Of 2 races 10lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties). WILLIAM HILL has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner THE TRUSTEES OF THE BRITISH EUROPEAN BREEDERS’ FUND have also kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race. The European Breeders’ Fund support 151 Flat races each year across Yorkshire; boosting prize money by over £500000. Each year, the British EBF contributes up to £2million to Flat and National Hunt racing nationwide 11 entries at £125 - Closed October 4th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £10158; Second £5080; Third £2540; Fourth £1270; Fifth £635; Sixth £318 Penalty Value: £12885 Weights raised 3lbs and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable SS For race details see page 55
FIFTH RACE 3.50 - The Parsonage Hotel and Cloisters Spa Nursery Stakes (Class 3 Handicap) (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £12885 to the winning horse The second to receive £6042, the third £3022, the fourth £1510, the fifth £755 and the sixth £377 for two yrs old only, Rated 0-95 (also open to such horses rated 96 and 97 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, October 4th and pay £125 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 8th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 9lb Penalties, after September 27th, 2025, for each race won 6lb PARSONAGE HOTEL AND CLOISTERS SPA has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner 17 entries at £125 - Closed October 4th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £10158; Second £5080; Third £2540; Fourth £1270; Fifth £635; Sixth £318 Penalty Value: £12885 Weights raised 3lbs and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable SS For race details see page 60.
SIXTH RACE 4.25 -The Copper Knight Winningmost Horse Stakes (Class 3 Handicap) (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £12885 to the winning horse The second to receive £6042, the third £3022, the fourth £1510, the fifth £755 and the sixth £377 for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 76-95 (also open to such horses rated 96 and 97; such horses rated 75 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £125 stake if the horse is rated 76 or higher, or £25 stake if the horse is rated 75 or lower with £100 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 8th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after September 27th, 2025, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb THE CONNECTIONS OF COPPER KNIGHT have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner 34 entries, 1 at £25 and 33 at £125 - Closed October 4th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £10158; Second £5080; Third £2540; Fourth £1270; Fifth £635; Sixth £318 Penalty Value: £12885 SS For race details see page 63.
SEVENTH RACE 5.00 - The PJ Staffing Group Apprentice Stakes (Class 4 Handicap) (A Leg Of The Go Racing In Yorkshire Future Stars Series) (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £12885 to the winning horse The second to receive £6042, the third £3022, the fourth £1510, the fifth £755 and the sixth £377 for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 61-80 (also open to such horses rated 81 and 82; such horses rated 60 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £125 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher, or £25 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £100 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 8th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 3-y-o 8st 7lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 12lb Penalties, after September 27th, 2025, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb To be ridden by Apprentice Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 52 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to October 7th, 2025, have not ridden more than 50 winners in races under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 25 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed). PJ STAFFING GROUP have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of PJ STAFFING GROUP. The sponsorship payment of £250 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code 36 entries, 0 at £25 and 36 at £125 - Closed October 4th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £10158; Second £5080; Third £2540; Fourth £1270; Fifth £635; Sixth £318 Penalty Value: £12885 Weights lowered 3lbs. 16 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10 A SS For race details see page 69
The Small Print
An A-Z of information for racegoers
Abandoned Racing
In the event of racing being abandoned, refunds on badges and tickets purchased will only be paid in the following circumstances.
a) before the first race - 100% refund.
b) before the completion of three races.
c) thereafter - no refund applies. Refunds cannot be made on racedays. To obtain a refund, racegoers who purchased their admission on the day should send the ticket they were given on entrance with their full name and address to: York Racecourse, York, YO23 1EX within 30 days. Racegoers who booked in advance direct with the track and so paid by card will receive an automatic refund. A similar process will apply for those who paid in advance by cheque. Please visit the racecourse website www.yorkracecourse.co.uk for more information.
Alcohol And Public Order
The Racecourse takes its responsibilities under Licensing Laws very seriously and puts in place training and measures to exceed these obligations. Racegoers are urged to drink responsibly. Alcohol cannot be brought into the stands side enclosures. York Racecourse reserves the right to expel any person found to be drunk or behaving in a disorderly manner.
The “Challenge 25” initiative will be in operation to ensure that only those aged 18 and over are served with alcohol. Thank you for your support of this obligation.
Cameras
Please feel free to take a souvenir photo of your day. However we would remind you that the preparation and performance of the sport must be ensured, so please note:-
1. Kindly refrain from flash photography.
2. Avoid taking photos in restricted areas used by the sporting professionals i.e. Saddling Boxes, Stables, Unsaddling Boxes & Weighing Room.
3. Respect the privacy of others.
Cigarettes and e-cigarettes
The current smoking legislation regarding smoking in public places applies at the racecourse. The use of e-cigarettes is permitted, however they will be treated the same as tobacco products.
Common Courtesy/Entry Conditions
All persons visiting York Racecourse are admitted subject to Racecourse Regulations and the Rules of Racing. The Racecourse reserves the right to refuse admission or remove from the racecourse any person refusing to comply with the Rules and Regulations or whose presence is a source of danger or annoyance to others. A full set of entry rules can be viewed at www.yorkracecourse.co.uk.
Dogs
Racegoers are requested to leave their pets including all dogs at home. Guide and Assistance dogs are welcome.
First Aid
There are first aid posts in the Edwardian Weighing Room, other such buildings have been designated as isolation rooms, should they be required.
Dress Standards
Most racegoers like to make racing at York a special occasion and choose to dress accordingly. Gentlemen (and those identifying as such) in the County Stand are required to wear a collared shirt and tie, a jacket is not required today. It has always been the case that shorts and t-shirts have been welcome in Grandstand and Paddock. All racegoers are reminded that the removal of shirts is not encouraged and that basic decency and not causing offence to fellow racegoers by clothing choices, is required. York Racecourse reserves the right to refuse or, to require anyone to leave who does not observe the above code.
Drugs
A zero tolerance policy on drug abuse is in force, be warned, North Yorkshire Police and our own team are watching with some canine help, sniffing.
Litter
Racegoers are requested to place all litter in the receptacles provided. If you do not need your racecard please place it in a bin as you leave the racecourse.
Noise
So that the horses have the best chance to perform and so your fellow racegoers have the opportunity to enjoy them please do not cause any distractions; the waving of flags or banners, use of radios or making of sudden noises are examples of things to avoid. Racegoers are reminded of Public Health England advice that shouting increases the risk of the spread of diseases, so to consider wearing your face covering when part of a cheering crowd.
Parade Ring
For safety reasons children under the age of twelve are not permitted into the Parade Ring or Unsaddling Enclosure.
Photo Finishes And Stewards’ Enquiries/Objections
In any race where Photo Finish has been called by the Judge, this information will be displayed on the Giant Screen. An announcement will also be broadcast. Race Results and Photographs will also be displayed on the York Racecourse television monitors.
Radios and Mobile Telephones
The use of all types of communication equipment is strictly controlled at all racecourses. Members of the public may not use two-way radios, scanning receivers etc., for any purpose at the racecourse.
Track Safety
For your own safety and the welfare of the horses, jockeys and stable staff please keep off the track.
Anyone trespassing on the track: Will be liable to arrest and prosecution Will be ejected immediately
Will be banned from all future York race meetings May face a nationwide racecourse ban.
Knavesmire Notes
Keep a note of any horses that catch your eye today. You never know, they may be future winners here at York.
SAFE JOURNEY OME…
Thank you for your support this year
If you have any comments, please email to feedback@yorkracecourse.co.uk
Please could we request that a special effort is made to respect our neighbours, with particular regard to noise in the surrounding streets. We look forward to welcoming you back tomorrow for the last six-figure prize fund of our year, The Coral Sprint Trophy. Please use the toilets on exit or as provided on the walking route to the city.
