Ascot Race 1 - Peroni Nastro Azzurro 0.0% Novice Stakes (Gbb Race)
MILITARY CODE (1) looked a lovely prospect making a successful debut at Newmarket (Rowley) 23 days ago. Charlie Appleby saddled both Guineas winners last weekend and this colt is selected to remain unbeaten. All six of the challengers are yet to face the track so a market check is advised. Of the newcomers CELESTIAL KING (5) could prove the main danger on paper. The Mehmas colt OLD IS GOLD (6) has an attractive profile for top connections. BASSENTHWAITE (4) also warrants consideration.

Jockey: W Buick
Weight: 61.5kgs
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Getting off the mark on debut; won by 1.5 len at Newmarket (Rowley) April 17 over 1000m defeating Moonfall carrying 60.5kg at $7. Can keep the ball rolling.
Last Starts 34 days since last start
Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
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1/6 | 17/04/2025 | - | NOV 2 | $18,150.00 | Newmarket (Rowley) | 1005m | Good | William Buick | 60.5kg | 1:00.08 | - | 6 |
| 1.5L | $7.00 |

Jockey: P J Dobbs
Weight: 59kgs
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By Ardad out of Graceful on debut. Purchased for GNS 72,000 (Tattersalls 2024 October Yearling Sale Book 2). Watch for a market push.

Jockey: K Shoemark
Weight: 59kgs
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First-starter by Starman out of Zara Mac purchased for GBP £ 25,000 (Goffs - UK 2024 Premier Yearling Sale). Prefer to see him under race conditions.

Jockey: Rossa Ryan
Weight: 59kgs
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First-starter by Ardad out of Thirlmere. Watch for a market push.

Jockey: D Egan
Weight: 59kgs
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First-starter by Havana Grey out of Show Stealer purchased for GNS 1,750,000 (Tattersalls 2025 Craven Breeze Up Sale). Should be the focus of punters' attention.

Jockey: Oisin Murphy
Weight: 59kgs
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First-starter by Mehmas out of Lyons Lane purchased for GNS 200,000 (Tattersalls 2025 Craven Breeze Up Sale). Bold showing expected

Jockey: David Probert
Weight: 56.5kgs
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By Too Darn Hot out of Shamandar on debut. Purchased for GBP £ 170,000 (Goffs - UK 2024 Premier Yearling Sale). Sure to be better for this experience.