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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Claiming his maiden victory on debut; won by 1.5 len at Newmarket (Rowley) April 17 over 1000m defeating Moonfall with 60.5kg at $7. Has upside and can make it two on the trot.
Last Starts 22 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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First-starter by Ardad out of Graceful. Can measure up.

Jockey: K Shoemark
Weight: 59kgs
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First-starter by Starman out of Zara Mac. Pay to keep an eye on market moves.

Jockey: Rossa Ryan
Weight: 59kgs
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Two-year-old colt (Ardad - Thirlmere) making his debut. Can measure up.

Jockey: D Egan
Weight: 59kgs
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Two-year-old colt who is first starter by Havana Grey out of Show Stealer. Looks set to run well.

Jockey: Oisin Murphy
Weight: 59kgs
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First-starter by Mehmas out of Lyons Lane. Should run a bold race.

Jockey: David Probert
Weight: 56.5kgs
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First-starter by Too Darn Hot out of Shamandar. Likely to be better for this run.