Ripon Race 4 - M.c.h. Hutchinson Memorial Trophy Handicap (Gbbplus Race)
Not many of these can be ruled out. CABRERA (2) disappointed when sixth in a competitive handicap at Newmarket (Rowley) during October. This came after a busy prep so likely needed a break. The Ed Bethell trained filly can progress this season and is considered with cheekpieces worn last time removed. SAM HAWKENS (3) did well in a decent handicap at Ascot last year. Interesting back down in trip representing top stable. PERCY SHELLEY (4) is yet to win in Britain. Well-treated if new trainer James Owen can get the best out of him. Neither TOUCH THE MOON (1) nor KNIGHTSWOOD (5) can be left out of the equation.

Jockey: Callum Shepherd
Weight: 61kgs
Stats
Comments
Gelding back from a spell of nine weeks. Has placed previously first up from a break. Finished off last preparation 14th of 16 at Sakhir February 21 over 1800m, 6 len behind Knight Of Honour with 58kg at $6. First up last campaign third of 8 at Kempton Park All Weather October 30 over 2400m, 5.5 len behind Rockit Tommy carrying 61.5kg at $3.50. Looks a key runner.
Last Starts 64 days since last start
Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
14/16 | 21/02/2025 | 21 | HCP80-100 4U | $0.00 | Sakhir | 1800m | Good Firm | Callum Shepherd | 58kg | 1:48.16 | - | 15 |
| 7.0L | $6.00 |
3/8 | 31/01/2025 | 14 | HCP0-100 3U | $0.00 | Sakhir | 2400m | Good Firm | Callum Shepherd | 56kg | 2:31.84 | - | 2 |
| 4.0L | $1.72 |
1/12 | 17/01/2025 | 28 | HCP0-85 3U | $0.00 | Sakhir | 2000m | Good Firm | Callum Shepherd | 62kg | 2:04.07 | - | 6 |
| 2.0L | $2.00 |
1/9 | 20/12/2024 | 51 | HCP0-90 3U | $0.00 | Sakhir | 2200m | Good Firm | Daniel Muscutt | 56kg | 2:18.36 | - | 1 |
| 0.3L | $4.00 |
3/8 | 30/10/2024 | 66 | HCP 3U | $19,960.00 | Kempton Park | 2414m | NS | Daniel Muscutt | 61.5kg | 2:35.99 | - | 9 |
| 5.5L | $3.50 |
5/8 | 25/08/2024 | 17 | HCP 3U | $45,370.00 | Beverley | 2011m | Good Firm | Callum Shepherd | 61.5kg | 2:05.94 | - | 1 |
| 3.8L | $3.75 |
4/6 | 08/08/2024 | 342 | HCP 3 | $20,870.00 | Sandown Park Uk | 2011m | Good | Callum Shepherd | 61kg | 2:10.17 | - | 5 |
| 6.0L | $7.00 |
1/8 | 01/09/2023 | 21 | NOV 2 | $22,690.00 | Carlisle | 1609m | Good Firm | P J McDonald | 59kg | 1:42.52 | - | 3 |
| 2.0L | $2.20 |
2/8 | 11/08/2023 | 58 | NOV 2 | $18,150.00 | Haydock Park | 1609m | Good | P J McDonald | 60.5kg | 1:40.71 | - | 2 |
| 0.2L | $13.00 |
6/11 | 14/06/2023 | - | NOV OPEN 2 | $18,150.00 | Haydock Park | 1408m | Good Firm | P J McDonald | 60.5kg | 1:28.30 | - | 7 |
| 7.0L | $34.00 |

Jockey: Callum Rodriguez
Weight: 61kgs
Stats
Comments
Resuming. Finished off last campaign sixth of 11 at Newmarket (Rowley) October 5 over 2400m, 8 len behind Chorus with 57.5kg at $4.50. On debut fourth of 8 at Newcastle All Weather March 23 2024 over 1600m, 3 len behind Rainbows Edge carrying 56.5kg at $15. Shapes up nicely.
Last Starts 203 days since last start
Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6/11 | 05/10/2024 | 22 | HCP F 3U | $90,750.00 | Newmarket (Rowley) | 2414m | Good Soft | Colin Keane | 57.5kg | 2:35.02 | - | 6 |
| 8.8L | $4.50 |
2/7 | 13/09/2024 | 27 | HCP F 3U | $117,970.00 | Doncaster | 2414m | Good Soft | Callum Rodriguez | 59kg | 2:36.66 | - | 1 |
| 0.1L | $2.10 |
2/7 | 17/08/2024 | 23 | HCP F 3U | $90,750.00 | Newmarket Uk | 2816m | Good | Silvestre De Sousa | 54kg | 2:55.83 | - | 2 |
| 1.5L | $2.38 |
1/7 | 25/07/2024 | 19 | NOV F 3U | $74,810.00 | Doncaster | 2414m | Good Firm | Callum Rodriguez | 58kg | 2:30.44 | - | 2 |
| 2.3L | $4.50 |
3/7 | 06/07/2024 | 30 | MDN F 3U | $12,700.00 | Carlisle | 2212m | Good | Harrison Shaw | 58kg | 2:24.62 | - | 3 |
| 2.3L | $5.50 |
2/13 | 06/06/2024 | 39 | MDN F 3U | $18,150.00 | Haydock Park | 2011m | Good | Callum Rodriguez | 58kg | 2:11.93 | - | 1 |
| 0.3L | $17.00 |
2/7 | 28/04/2024 | 36 | NOV F 3U | $14,520.00 | Wetherby | 2011m | Soft | Callum Rodriguez | 56.5kg | 2:17.73 | - | 7 |
| 12.0L | $6.00 |
4/8 | 23/03/2024 | - | MDN F 3U | $20,330.00 | Newcastle | 1609m | Neutral | Rowan Scott | 56.5kg | 1:45.29 | - | 1 |
| 3.0L | $15.00 |

Jockey: Cieren Fallon
Weight: 58kgs
Stats
Comments
Gelding back from a spell of seven months. Has placed previously first up from a break. Finished off last preparation fifth of 7 at Haydock Park September 27 over 2800m, on rain affected going; 11 len behind Minstrel Knight carrying 59.5kg at $3.20. First up last campaign fifth of 10 at Newbury April 19 2024 over 2000m, 2.75 len behind Voyage with 59kg at $6. Sure to be ready to run well.
Last Starts 211 days since last start
Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5/7 | 27/09/2024 | 48 | HCP 3 | $45,370.00 | Haydock Park | 2816m | Heavy | Cieren Fallon | 59.5kg | 3:13.30 | - | 2 |
| 11.8L | $3.20 |
4/9 | 10/08/2024 | 45 | HCP 3 | $132,490.00 | Ascot Uk | 2414m | Good Firm | Hayley Turner | 61.5kg | 2:35.23 | - | 5 |
| 2.8L | $5.00 |
4/5 | 26/06/2024 | 25 | HCP 3 | $44,680.00 | Salisbury | 2414m | Good Firm | Sean Levey | 61kg | 2:33.75 | - | 4 |
| 6.5L | $5.50 |
5/8 | 01/06/2024 | 27 | HCP 3 | $94,410.00 | Doncaster | 2916m | Good | Sam Hitchcott | 58.5kg | 3:07.66 | - | 2 |
| 7.3L | $8.50 |
1/4 | 05/05/2024 | 16 | MDN 3 | $16,340.00 | Salisbury | 2414m | Heavy | Richard Kingscote | 60.5kg | 2:49.31 | - | 4 |
| 4.5L | $1.44 |
5/10 | 19/04/2024 | 187 | NOV 3 | $72,600.00 | Newbury | 2011m | Good Soft | Sean Levey | 59kg | 2:12.55 | - | 10 |
| 2.8L | $6.00 |
2/7 | 15/10/2023 | - | NOV 2 | $27,220.00 | Goodwood | 1810m | Soft | Sean Levey | 60.5kg | 2:04.03 | - | 1 |
| 0.5L | $10.00 |

Jockey: Laura Pearson
Weight: 57.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Gelding returning from a spell and has won previously when first up. Finished off last campaign fifth of 7 at Haydock Park September 28 over 2800m, soft track; 12 len behind Melon carrying 64.5kg at $3.80. When resuming last campaign sixth of 10 at Doncaster March 24 2024 over 2000m, soft track; 6 len behind Qitaal carrying 61kg at $51. Anticipating a bright start to this prep.
Last Starts 210 days since last start
Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5/7 | 28/09/2024 | 16 | HCP 3U | $23,600.00 | Haydock Park | 2816m | Soft | David Nolan | 64.5kg | 3:14.60 | - | 3 |
| 12.0L | $3.75 |
2/13 | 12/09/2024 | 18 | HCP 3U | $63,520.00 | Doncaster | 2414m | Good Soft | Rossa Ryan | 61kg | 2:34.84 | - | 4 |
| 1.3L | $12.00 |
6/8 | 25/08/2024 | 21 | HCP 3U | $45,370.00 | Goodwood | 3218m | Good Soft | Daniel Tudhope | 61.5kg | 3:39.56 | - | 7 |
| 5.3L | $8.00 |
3/9 | 04/08/2024 | 16 | HCP 3U | $63,520.00 | Haydock Park | 3218m | Good | Daniel Tudhope | 62.5kg | 3:33.83 | - | 1 |
| 2.0L | $12.00 |
5/8 | 19/07/2024 | 17 | HCP 4U | $21,780.00 | Haydock Park | 2816m | Good | Jason Watson | 61kg | 3:06.52 | - | 3 |
| 2.3L | $11.00 |
3/6 | 02/07/2024 | 31 | HCP 3U | $18,330.00 | Hamilton Park Uk | 2414m | Good | Daniel Tudhope | 65.5kg | 2:39.30 | - | 5 |
| 3.5L | $4.50 |
7/14 | 01/06/2024 | 17 | HCP 4U | $136,120.00 | Epsom Downs | 2414m | Good Soft | Jason Watson | 55.5kg | 2:40.13 | - | 7 |
| 12.8L | $26.00 |
6/13 | 15/05/2024 | 11 | HCP 4U | $119,930.00 | York | 2384m | Good | Daniel Tudhope | 56.5kg | 2:32.25 | - | 8 |
| 8.8L | $34.00 |
9/9 | 04/05/2024 | 41 | HCP 4U | $90,750.00 | Newmarket (Rowley) | 2414m | Good | Daniel Tudhope | 59kg | 2:34.04 | - | 1 |
| 17.5L | $29.00 |
6/10 | 24/03/2024 | 175 | HCP 4U | $36,300.00 | Doncaster | 2011m | Soft | David Nolan | 61kg | 2:17.10 | - | 6 |
| 6.5L | $51.00 |
6/6 | 01/10/2023 | 18 | HCP 3U | $36,300.00 | Epsom Downs | 2011m | Good | Jason Watson | 64.5kg | 2:08.74 | - | 4 |
| 19.0L | $9.00 |

Jockey: J Fanning
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Second run back. First-up after six months 2nd of 9 at Thirsk on April 12 over 2400m, 4.5 len behind Majestic Warrior with 58kg at $6. Previously second-up second last of 9 at Newmarket (Rowley) on May 4 over 2400m, 16 len behind Maxi King carrying 56kg at $8.50. Shaping up nicely and is worth including.
Last Starts 14 days since last start
Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2/9 | 12/04/2025 | 175 | HCP 4U | $36,900.00 | Thirsk | 2421m | Good | Joe Fanning | 58kg | 2:33.72 | - | 7 |
| 4.3L | $6.00 |
9/9 | 19/10/2024 | 28 | APP HCP 3U | $18,150.00 | Catterick Bridge | 2414m | Soft | Joe Fanning | 64.5kg | 2:48.71 | - | 5 |
| 56.3L | $8.50 |
11/11 | 21/09/2024 | 14 | HCP 3U | $127,050.00 | Newbury | 2715m | Heavy | Silvestre De Sousa | 55.5kg | 2:58.94 | - | 9 |
| 34.3L | $19.00 |
4/15 | 07/09/2024 | 17 | HCP 3U | $181,490.00 | Haydock Park | 2816m | Good | Joe Fanning | 55kg | 3:03.67 | - | 1 |
| 9.0L | $9.00 |
7/16 | 21/08/2024 | 18 | HCP 3U | $181,490.00 | York | 3319m | Good Firm | Joe Fanning | 56kg | 3:31.24 | - | 8 |
| 5.8L | $8.00 |
5/13 | 03/08/2024 | 22 | HCP 3U | $181,490.00 | Goodwood | 2816m | Good Firm | Jason Hart | 56kg | 3:04.57 | - | 3 |
| 1.5L | $15.00 |
4/12 | 12/07/2024 | 19 | HCP 4U | $181,490.00 | Newmarket Uk | 2816m | Good | Rossa Ryan | 56.5kg | 2:58.84 | - | 4 |
| 2.8L | $15.00 |
4/5 | 23/06/2024 | 15 | HCP 4U | $32,540.00 | Pontefract | 2414m | Good Firm | Joe Fanning | 61kg | 2:37.70 | - | 3 |
| 9.0L | $4.00 |
2/8 | 08/06/2024 | 8 | HCP 4U | $90,750.00 | Haydock Park | 2414m | Good | Joe Fanning | 54kg | 2:35.94 | - | 1 |
| 1.0L | $6.50 |
3/9 | 31/05/2024 | 27 | HCP 4U | $19,930.00 | Doncaster | 2392m | Good Soft | Jack Mitchell | 61.5kg | 2:37.93 | - | 2 |
| 1.5L | $9.50 |
8/9 | 04/05/2024 | 7 | HCP 4U | $90,750.00 | Newmarket (Rowley) | 2414m | Good | Joe Fanning | 56kg | 2:34.04 | - | 5 |
| 16.8L | $8.50 |

Jockey: Jason Hart
Weight: 55.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Resumes. Finished off last campaign when last in a small field at Nottingham October 9 over 2800m, on rain affected going; 56 len behind Pique' carrying 59.5kg at $5. First up last campaign fourth of 10 at Kempton Park All Weather May 8 over 1600m, 2.75 len behind Midnight Drive carrying 59kg at $6.50. Expect a bold showing.
Last Starts 199 days since last start
Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6/6 | 09/10/2024 | 20 | HCP F 3U | $19,060.00 | Nottingham | 2816m | Heavy | Callum Rodriguez | 59.5kg | 3:20.08 | - | 1 |
| 56.0L | $5.00 |
4/7 | 19/09/2024 | 33 | HCP F 3U | $32,350.00 | Ayr | 2011m | Good | Callum Rodriguez | 61kg | 2:10.77 | - | 7 |
| 1.8L | $4.50 |
1/5 | 17/08/2024 | 59 | HCP F 3U | $18,150.00 | Ripon | 2414m | Good | Callum Rodriguez | 60.5kg | 2:34.16 | - | 1 |
| 2.8L | $2.10 |
1/8 | 19/06/2024 | 23 | HCP F 3U | $16,330.00 | Ripon | 2011m | Soft | Callum Rodriguez | 61kg | 2:05.20 | - | 2 |
| 2.3L | $6.50 |
5/9 | 27/05/2024 | 19 | HCP F 3U | $14,760.00 | Leicester | 1657m | Good Soft | David Egan | 61kg | 1:46.78 | - | 7 |
| 6.3L | $7.50 |
4/10 | 08/05/2024 | 207 | HCP F 3U | $14,520.00 | Kempton Park | 1609m | NS | Kevin Stott | 59kg | 1:40.34 | - | 9 |
| 2.8L | $6.50 |
1/6 | 14/10/2023 | 9 | NOV 2 | $16,340.00 | Chelmsford City | 1609m | Neutral | Neil Callan | 58kg | 1:39.13 | - | 2 |
| 1.5L | $3.00 |
6/9 | 05/10/2023 | - | NOV F 2 | $12,700.00 | Chelmsford City | 1408m | Neutral | Saffie Osborne | 58kg | 1:26.57 | - | 6 |
| 3.5L | $15.00 |

Jockey: Cam Hardie
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
He is resuming after a eight months break. Not seen since he finished last of 10 at Haydock Park September 7 over 2800m, 22 len behind Master Builder carrying 55.5kg at $29. On debut second last in a small field at Killarney September 30 2023 over 1600m, on heavy track; 9 len behind Naval Force with 60.5kg at $7.50. Prefer to see how he has returned.
Last Starts 231 days since last start
Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
10/10 | 07/09/2024 | 25 | HCP 3 | $181,490.00 | Haydock Park | 2816m | Good | Joe Fanning | 55.5kg | 3:04.54 | - | 7 |
| 22.0L | $29.00 |
6/7 | 13/08/2024 | 19 | HCP 3U | $36,300.00 | Nottingham | 3218m | Good Firm | Oisin Orr | 56kg | 3:32.43 | - | 7 |
| 4.0L | $8.00 |
5/9 | 25/07/2024 | 6 | HCP 3U | $93,510.00 | Yarmouth | 2816m | Good Firm | Joanna Mason | 52.5kg | 3:01.82 | - | 8 |
| 2.8L | $8.00 |
2/7 | 19/07/2024 | 13 | HCP 3U | $18,150.00 | Pontefract | 2414m | Good | David Nolan | 61kg | 2:39.71 | - | 2 |
| 1.8L | $4.33 |
3/13 | 06/07/2024 | 20 | HCP 3 | $187,020.00 | Haydock Park | 2816m | Good | Luke Morris | 54.5kg | 3:07.20 | - | 12 |
| 2.3L | $126.00 |
9/11 | 16/06/2024 | 22 | HCP 3 | $54,450.00 | Thirsk | 2414m | Good Soft | Oisin Orr | 58kg | 2:34.71 | - | 11 |
| 14.3L | $29.00 |
6/7 | 25/05/2024 | 11 | HCP 3 | $45,370.00 | York | 2112m | Good Soft | Jason Hart | 55kg | 2:11.46 | - | 5 |
| 14.5L | $15.00 |
1/7 | 14/05/2024 | 26 | HCP 3 | $15,700.00 | Beverley | 2011m | Good Firm | Oisin Orr | 61.5kg | 2:06.36 | - | 1 |
| 0.1L | $9.00 |
7/12 | 18/04/2024 | 51 | APP MDN 3U | $14,520.00 | Ripon | 2414m | Heavy | David Allan | 55.5kg | 2:50.74 | - | 11 |
| 23.5L | $6.50 |
3/5 | 27/02/2024 | 49 | HCP 3 | $26,500.00 | Southwell | 2212m | Neutral | S B Kirrane | 57kg | 2:23.87 | - | 5 |
| 2.3L | $11.00 |
3/7 | 09/01/2024 | 53 | NOV 3 | $19,060.00 | Southwell | 2212m | Neutral | David Allan | 60.5kg | 2:28.35 | - | 1 |
| 1.0L | $34.00 |