| 1518805 |
1 |
2 |
4YO plus |
16:15 |
Epsom Downs |
07 Jun 2025 |
Encore Lifestyle Northern Dancer Handicap |
£38,655 |
1m 4f 6y |
Good to soft-good in places |
null |
Strong |
Four-year-olds have had a real stranglehold on this contest in recent years, winning six of the seven previous renewals - and the progressive CANDYMAN STAN may well continue that trend. Andrew Balding's charge disappointed on soft ground in September but has not looked back since. Impressive on his return at Brighton in April before following up at Lingfield latest, a further 5lb rise in the handicap could still underestimate him. First-time cheekpieces could elicit further improvement within November Handicap fifth Valvano, who made a pleasing return at Goodwood last time. Asgard's Captain (winner) and Small Fry (third) clashed over C&D in April, with the pair likely to be closely matched once again. |
Plenty to consider in an open race. A chance is taken on VICE PRESIDENT, who is on a nice mark on last season's Irish form for Aidan O'Brien and who shaped a bit better than the bare facts suggest at Lingfield last time when looking a bit uncomfortable on the fast ground. This surface is likelier to have more juice in it and therefore be more suitable. Sam Hawkens may be next best ahead of reappearing top-weight Maxi King, who has a very good record when fresh. Others to consider closely include Fouroneohfever and the in-form Candyman Stan. |
Candyman Stan |
Valvano |
Vice President |
Sam Hawkens |
Maxi King |
76 |
14 |
108.2 |
Maxi King |
IRE |
b |
g |
Belardo |
Pardoven |
Clodovil |
5 |
61.23 |
100 |
null |
D Egan |
null |
Raphael Freire |
Off since respectable run last time in November; has been gelded since; has form figures of 211 on his seasonal debut; fair mark and worth considering. |
null |
106 |
5 |
12 |
-16.02 |
|
|
14 |
-56 |
191.4 |
416 |
| 1518805 |
2 |
2 |
4YO plus |
16:15 |
Epsom Downs |
07 Jun 2025 |
Encore Lifestyle Northern Dancer Handicap |
£38,655 |
1m 4f 6y |
Good to soft-good in places |
null |
Strong |
Four-year-olds have had a real stranglehold on this contest in recent years, winning six of the seven previous renewals - and the progressive CANDYMAN STAN may well continue that trend. Andrew Balding's charge disappointed on soft ground in September but has not looked back since. Impressive on his return at Brighton in April before following up at Lingfield latest, a further 5lb rise in the handicap could still underestimate him. First-time cheekpieces could elicit further improvement within November Handicap fifth Valvano, who made a pleasing return at Goodwood last time. Asgard's Captain (winner) and Small Fry (third) clashed over C&D in April, with the pair likely to be closely matched once again. |
Plenty to consider in an open race. A chance is taken on VICE PRESIDENT, who is on a nice mark on last season's Irish form for Aidan O'Brien and who shaped a bit better than the bare facts suggest at Lingfield last time when looking a bit uncomfortable on the fast ground. This surface is likelier to have more juice in it and therefore be more suitable. Sam Hawkens may be next best ahead of reappearing top-weight Maxi King, who has a very good record when fresh. Others to consider closely include Fouroneohfever and the in-form Candyman Stan. |
Candyman Stan |
Valvano |
Vice President |
Sam Hawkens |
Maxi King |
76 |
7 |
-100.0 |
Valvano |
IRE |
ch |
g |
Night Of Thunder |
Vuela |
Duke Of Marmalade |
4 |
59.87 |
97 |
p1 |
Hector Crouch |
null |
R M Beckett |
Ran to form on reappearance at Goodwood last time; interesting on his balance of form while cheekpieces first time could help; has to be respected for leading yard. |
Wearing cheek pieces for the first time |
107 |
5 |
14 |
-102.76 |
|
|
2 |
22 |
379.8 |
414 |
| 1518805 |
3 |
2 |
4YO plus |
16:15 |
Epsom Downs |
07 Jun 2025 |
Encore Lifestyle Northern Dancer Handicap |
£38,655 |
1m 4f 6y |
Good to soft-good in places |
null |
Strong |
Four-year-olds have had a real stranglehold on this contest in recent years, winning six of the seven previous renewals - and the progressive CANDYMAN STAN may well continue that trend. Andrew Balding's charge disappointed on soft ground in September but has not looked back since. Impressive on his return at Brighton in April before following up at Lingfield latest, a further 5lb rise in the handicap could still underestimate him. First-time cheekpieces could elicit further improvement within November Handicap fifth Valvano, who made a pleasing return at Goodwood last time. Asgard's Captain (winner) and Small Fry (third) clashed over C&D in April, with the pair likely to be closely matched once again. |
Plenty to consider in an open race. A chance is taken on VICE PRESIDENT, who is on a nice mark on last season's Irish form for Aidan O'Brien and who shaped a bit better than the bare facts suggest at Lingfield last time when looking a bit uncomfortable on the fast ground. This surface is likelier to have more juice in it and therefore be more suitable. Sam Hawkens may be next best ahead of reappearing top-weight Maxi King, who has a very good record when fresh. Others to consider closely include Fouroneohfever and the in-form Candyman Stan. |
Candyman Stan |
Valvano |
Vice President |
Sam Hawkens |
Maxi King |
76 |
6 |
4.1 |
Miller Spirit |
IRE |
b |
g |
Australia |
Esprit De Tauber |
Zoffany |
5 |
58.51 |
94 |
p |
Rhys Clutterbuck |
null |
G J Moore |
Two C&D wins last season, on soft/heavy but does act on good to firm too; ran okay in second run of his season last time and each-way claims in reapplied cheekpieces back here now. |
Wearing cheek pieces |
105 |
2 |
10 |
4.25 |
|
|
4 |
18 |
80.55 |
355 |
| 1518805 |
4 |
2 |
4YO plus |
16:15 |
Epsom Downs |
07 Jun 2025 |
Encore Lifestyle Northern Dancer Handicap |
£38,655 |
1m 4f 6y |
Good to soft-good in places |
null |
Strong |
Four-year-olds have had a real stranglehold on this contest in recent years, winning six of the seven previous renewals - and the progressive CANDYMAN STAN may well continue that trend. Andrew Balding's charge disappointed on soft ground in September but has not looked back since. Impressive on his return at Brighton in April before following up at Lingfield latest, a further 5lb rise in the handicap could still underestimate him. First-time cheekpieces could elicit further improvement within November Handicap fifth Valvano, who made a pleasing return at Goodwood last time. Asgard's Captain (winner) and Small Fry (third) clashed over C&D in April, with the pair likely to be closely matched once again. |
Plenty to consider in an open race. A chance is taken on VICE PRESIDENT, who is on a nice mark on last season's Irish form for Aidan O'Brien and who shaped a bit better than the bare facts suggest at Lingfield last time when looking a bit uncomfortable on the fast ground. This surface is likelier to have more juice in it and therefore be more suitable. Sam Hawkens may be next best ahead of reappearing top-weight Maxi King, who has a very good record when fresh. Others to consider closely include Fouroneohfever and the in-form Candyman Stan. |
Candyman Stan |
Valvano |
Vice President |
Sam Hawkens |
Maxi King |
76 |
11 |
-100.0 |
Great Bedwyn |
null |
b |
g |
Showcasing |
Mistress Quickly |
Mastercraftsman |
5 |
57.15 |
91 |
null |
S M Levey |
null |
R Hannon |
Consistent sort who has been upped 4lb to career-high mark after narrow win at York last time; likely to give it a good shot and one for the shortlist. |
null |
107 |
6 |
15 |
-115.92 |
|
|
12 |
-40 |
225.45 |
349 |
| 1518805 |
5 |
2 |
4YO plus |
16:15 |
Epsom Downs |
07 Jun 2025 |
Encore Lifestyle Northern Dancer Handicap |
£38,655 |
1m 4f 6y |
Good to soft-good in places |
null |
Strong |
Four-year-olds have had a real stranglehold on this contest in recent years, winning six of the seven previous renewals - and the progressive CANDYMAN STAN may well continue that trend. Andrew Balding's charge disappointed on soft ground in September but has not looked back since. Impressive on his return at Brighton in April before following up at Lingfield latest, a further 5lb rise in the handicap could still underestimate him. First-time cheekpieces could elicit further improvement within November Handicap fifth Valvano, who made a pleasing return at Goodwood last time. Asgard's Captain (winner) and Small Fry (third) clashed over C&D in April, with the pair likely to be closely matched once again. |
Plenty to consider in an open race. A chance is taken on VICE PRESIDENT, who is on a nice mark on last season's Irish form for Aidan O'Brien and who shaped a bit better than the bare facts suggest at Lingfield last time when looking a bit uncomfortable on the fast ground. This surface is likelier to have more juice in it and therefore be more suitable. Sam Hawkens may be next best ahead of reappearing top-weight Maxi King, who has a very good record when fresh. Others to consider closely include Fouroneohfever and the in-form Candyman Stan. |
Candyman Stan |
Valvano |
Vice President |
Sam Hawkens |
Maxi King |
76 |
10 |
4.1 |
Asgard's Captain |
IRE |
b |
g |
Make Believe |
Twiggy's Girl |
Manduro |
5 |
57.15 |
91 |
null |
Oisin Murphy |
null |
Dylan Cunha |
Won well over C&D last time and also ran well here when third in this last year; 7lb rise since last time may just leave him vulnerable from a win point of view. |
null |
109 |
8 |
7 |
36.56 |
|
|
6 |
0 |
0.0 |
393 |
| 1518805 |
6 |
2 |
4YO plus |
16:15 |
Epsom Downs |
07 Jun 2025 |
Encore Lifestyle Northern Dancer Handicap |
£38,655 |
1m 4f 6y |
Good to soft-good in places |
null |
Strong |
Four-year-olds have had a real stranglehold on this contest in recent years, winning six of the seven previous renewals - and the progressive CANDYMAN STAN may well continue that trend. Andrew Balding's charge disappointed on soft ground in September but has not looked back since. Impressive on his return at Brighton in April before following up at Lingfield latest, a further 5lb rise in the handicap could still underestimate him. First-time cheekpieces could elicit further improvement within November Handicap fifth Valvano, who made a pleasing return at Goodwood last time. Asgard's Captain (winner) and Small Fry (third) clashed over C&D in April, with the pair likely to be closely matched once again. |
Plenty to consider in an open race. A chance is taken on VICE PRESIDENT, who is on a nice mark on last season's Irish form for Aidan O'Brien and who shaped a bit better than the bare facts suggest at Lingfield last time when looking a bit uncomfortable on the fast ground. This surface is likelier to have more juice in it and therefore be more suitable. Sam Hawkens may be next best ahead of reappearing top-weight Maxi King, who has a very good record when fresh. Others to consider closely include Fouroneohfever and the in-form Candyman Stan. |
Candyman Stan |
Valvano |
Vice President |
Sam Hawkens |
Maxi King |
76 |
5 |
-100.0 |
Candyman Stan |
null |
b |
g |
Study Of Man |
Karamela |
Mastercraftsman |
4 |
56.7 |
90 |
null |
Jason Watson |
null |
A M Balding |
Yard won this last year; in-form and gradually progressive 4yo who is still on a fair mark after latest front-running win at Lingfield off 5lb lower than today last time. |
null |
108 |
10 |
11 |
-13.23 |
|
|
11 |
-27 |
151.67 |
368 |
| 1518805 |
7 |
2 |
4YO plus |
16:15 |
Epsom Downs |
07 Jun 2025 |
Encore Lifestyle Northern Dancer Handicap |
£38,655 |
1m 4f 6y |
Good to soft-good in places |
null |
Strong |
Four-year-olds have had a real stranglehold on this contest in recent years, winning six of the seven previous renewals - and the progressive CANDYMAN STAN may well continue that trend. Andrew Balding's charge disappointed on soft ground in September but has not looked back since. Impressive on his return at Brighton in April before following up at Lingfield latest, a further 5lb rise in the handicap could still underestimate him. First-time cheekpieces could elicit further improvement within November Handicap fifth Valvano, who made a pleasing return at Goodwood last time. Asgard's Captain (winner) and Small Fry (third) clashed over C&D in April, with the pair likely to be closely matched once again. |
Plenty to consider in an open race. A chance is taken on VICE PRESIDENT, who is on a nice mark on last season's Irish form for Aidan O'Brien and who shaped a bit better than the bare facts suggest at Lingfield last time when looking a bit uncomfortable on the fast ground. This surface is likelier to have more juice in it and therefore be more suitable. Sam Hawkens may be next best ahead of reappearing top-weight Maxi King, who has a very good record when fresh. Others to consider closely include Fouroneohfever and the in-form Candyman Stan. |
Candyman Stan |
Valvano |
Vice President |
Sam Hawkens |
Maxi King |
76 |
4 |
-100.0 |
Fouroneohfever |
IRE |
b |
g |
Too Darn Hot |
Daintily Done |
Cacique |
4 |
56.25 |
89 |
p1 |
Billy Loughnane |
null |
G Boughey |
Slightly uneven look to his form but a big player on the pick of it, including close Chester third two starts back; stays 1m4f; cheekpieces first time now; shortlisted. |
Wearing cheek pieces for the first time |
109 |
8 |
1 |
150.11 |
|
|
5 |
10 |
87.27 |
410 |
| 1518805 |
8 |
2 |
4YO plus |
16:15 |
Epsom Downs |
07 Jun 2025 |
Encore Lifestyle Northern Dancer Handicap |
£38,655 |
1m 4f 6y |
Good to soft-good in places |
null |
Strong |
Four-year-olds have had a real stranglehold on this contest in recent years, winning six of the seven previous renewals - and the progressive CANDYMAN STAN may well continue that trend. Andrew Balding's charge disappointed on soft ground in September but has not looked back since. Impressive on his return at Brighton in April before following up at Lingfield latest, a further 5lb rise in the handicap could still underestimate him. First-time cheekpieces could elicit further improvement within November Handicap fifth Valvano, who made a pleasing return at Goodwood last time. Asgard's Captain (winner) and Small Fry (third) clashed over C&D in April, with the pair likely to be closely matched once again. |
Plenty to consider in an open race. A chance is taken on VICE PRESIDENT, who is on a nice mark on last season's Irish form for Aidan O'Brien and who shaped a bit better than the bare facts suggest at Lingfield last time when looking a bit uncomfortable on the fast ground. This surface is likelier to have more juice in it and therefore be more suitable. Sam Hawkens may be next best ahead of reappearing top-weight Maxi King, who has a very good record when fresh. Others to consider closely include Fouroneohfever and the in-form Candyman Stan. |
Candyman Stan |
Valvano |
Vice President |
Sam Hawkens |
Maxi King |
76 |
17 |
-100.0 |
Sam Hawkens |
IRE |
b |
g |
Galileo |
Perfect Angel |
Dark Angel |
4 |
55.79 |
88 |
null |
Tom Marquand |
null |
W J Haggas |
Comparatively lightly-raced 4yo who was decisive Newcastle AW winner last time; first two were clear then, so 7lb rise is fair; acts on turf too; shortlisted. |
null |
109 |
5 |
5 |
41.14 |
|
|
13 |
-42 |
360.9 |
450 |
| 1518805 |
9 |
2 |
4YO plus |
16:15 |
Epsom Downs |
07 Jun 2025 |
Encore Lifestyle Northern Dancer Handicap |
£38,655 |
1m 4f 6y |
Good to soft-good in places |
null |
Strong |
Four-year-olds have had a real stranglehold on this contest in recent years, winning six of the seven previous renewals - and the progressive CANDYMAN STAN may well continue that trend. Andrew Balding's charge disappointed on soft ground in September but has not looked back since. Impressive on his return at Brighton in April before following up at Lingfield latest, a further 5lb rise in the handicap could still underestimate him. First-time cheekpieces could elicit further improvement within November Handicap fifth Valvano, who made a pleasing return at Goodwood last time. Asgard's Captain (winner) and Small Fry (third) clashed over C&D in April, with the pair likely to be closely matched once again. |
Plenty to consider in an open race. A chance is taken on VICE PRESIDENT, who is on a nice mark on last season's Irish form for Aidan O'Brien and who shaped a bit better than the bare facts suggest at Lingfield last time when looking a bit uncomfortable on the fast ground. This surface is likelier to have more juice in it and therefore be more suitable. Sam Hawkens may be next best ahead of reappearing top-weight Maxi King, who has a very good record when fresh. Others to consider closely include Fouroneohfever and the in-form Candyman Stan. |
Candyman Stan |
Valvano |
Vice President |
Sam Hawkens |
Maxi King |
76 |
12 |
316.3 |
Night Breeze |
IRE |
b |
g |
New Approach |
Right Direction |
Cape Cross |
5 |
55.34 |
87 |
null |
David Probert |
null |
Ian Williams |
Career-best form when winning with something in hand at Ascot last time (1m4f, good to firm; 16-1); 7lb rise far from unreasonable if that form can be repeated now. |
null |
107 |
8 |
6 |
40.05 |
|
|
10 |
-25 |
103.08 |
362 |
| 1518805 |
10 |
2 |
4YO plus |
16:15 |
Epsom Downs |
07 Jun 2025 |
Encore Lifestyle Northern Dancer Handicap |
£38,655 |
1m 4f 6y |
Good to soft-good in places |
null |
Strong |
Four-year-olds have had a real stranglehold on this contest in recent years, winning six of the seven previous renewals - and the progressive CANDYMAN STAN may well continue that trend. Andrew Balding's charge disappointed on soft ground in September but has not looked back since. Impressive on his return at Brighton in April before following up at Lingfield latest, a further 5lb rise in the handicap could still underestimate him. First-time cheekpieces could elicit further improvement within November Handicap fifth Valvano, who made a pleasing return at Goodwood last time. Asgard's Captain (winner) and Small Fry (third) clashed over C&D in April, with the pair likely to be closely matched once again. |
Plenty to consider in an open race. A chance is taken on VICE PRESIDENT, who is on a nice mark on last season's Irish form for Aidan O'Brien and who shaped a bit better than the bare facts suggest at Lingfield last time when looking a bit uncomfortable on the fast ground. This surface is likelier to have more juice in it and therefore be more suitable. Sam Hawkens may be next best ahead of reappearing top-weight Maxi King, who has a very good record when fresh. Others to consider closely include Fouroneohfever and the in-form Candyman Stan. |
Candyman Stan |
Valvano |
Vice President |
Sam Hawkens |
Maxi King |
76 |
8 |
4.1 |
Dream Harder |
IRE |
b |
g |
Muhaarar |
Silent Thoughts |
Galileo |
6 |
54.43 |
85 |
null |
L Morris |
null |
Ian Williams |
Ended losing run when winning at Chester last week; up 2lb in better grade now and a bit more is needed; fair sixth in this last year. |
null |
107 |
3 |
2 |
67.44 |
|
|
15 |
-56 |
191.4 |
365 |
| 1518805 |
11 |
2 |
4YO plus |
16:15 |
Epsom Downs |
07 Jun 2025 |
Encore Lifestyle Northern Dancer Handicap |
£38,655 |
1m 4f 6y |
Good to soft-good in places |
null |
Strong |
Four-year-olds have had a real stranglehold on this contest in recent years, winning six of the seven previous renewals - and the progressive CANDYMAN STAN may well continue that trend. Andrew Balding's charge disappointed on soft ground in September but has not looked back since. Impressive on his return at Brighton in April before following up at Lingfield latest, a further 5lb rise in the handicap could still underestimate him. First-time cheekpieces could elicit further improvement within November Handicap fifth Valvano, who made a pleasing return at Goodwood last time. Asgard's Captain (winner) and Small Fry (third) clashed over C&D in April, with the pair likely to be closely matched once again. |
Plenty to consider in an open race. A chance is taken on VICE PRESIDENT, who is on a nice mark on last season's Irish form for Aidan O'Brien and who shaped a bit better than the bare facts suggest at Lingfield last time when looking a bit uncomfortable on the fast ground. This surface is likelier to have more juice in it and therefore be more suitable. Sam Hawkens may be next best ahead of reappearing top-weight Maxi King, who has a very good record when fresh. Others to consider closely include Fouroneohfever and the in-form Candyman Stan. |
Candyman Stan |
Valvano |
Vice President |
Sam Hawkens |
Maxi King |
76 |
13 |
4.1 |
Torcello |
IRE |
ch |
g |
Born To Sea |
Islandagore |
Indian Ridge |
11 |
53.98 |
84 |
b |
Joe Leavy |
null |
S Lycett |
Veteran 11yo won on last season's reappearance while he was successful in only previous start here; they were both on heavy and doubt he'll have his requisite testing conditions today. |
Wearing blinkers |
101 |
5 |
8 |
27.95 |
|
|
3 |
20 |
46.39 |
417 |
| 1518805 |
12 |
2 |
4YO plus |
16:15 |
Epsom Downs |
07 Jun 2025 |
Encore Lifestyle Northern Dancer Handicap |
£38,655 |
1m 4f 6y |
Good to soft-good in places |
null |
Strong |
Four-year-olds have had a real stranglehold on this contest in recent years, winning six of the seven previous renewals - and the progressive CANDYMAN STAN may well continue that trend. Andrew Balding's charge disappointed on soft ground in September but has not looked back since. Impressive on his return at Brighton in April before following up at Lingfield latest, a further 5lb rise in the handicap could still underestimate him. First-time cheekpieces could elicit further improvement within November Handicap fifth Valvano, who made a pleasing return at Goodwood last time. Asgard's Captain (winner) and Small Fry (third) clashed over C&D in April, with the pair likely to be closely matched once again. |
Plenty to consider in an open race. A chance is taken on VICE PRESIDENT, who is on a nice mark on last season's Irish form for Aidan O'Brien and who shaped a bit better than the bare facts suggest at Lingfield last time when looking a bit uncomfortable on the fast ground. This surface is likelier to have more juice in it and therefore be more suitable. Sam Hawkens may be next best ahead of reappearing top-weight Maxi King, who has a very good record when fresh. Others to consider closely include Fouroneohfever and the in-form Candyman Stan. |
Candyman Stan |
Valvano |
Vice President |
Sam Hawkens |
Maxi King |
76 |
1 |
4.1 |
Vice President |
IRE |
b |
g |
Galileo |
Words |
Dansili |
4 |
53.98 |
84 |
null |
Warren Fentiman |
5 |
R Hughes |
Ran quite well on second start for this stable at Lingfield last time, when ground looked too fast for him; needs to tap back into last season's Irish form in which case he'd have solid claims. |
null |
106 |
3 |
9 |
13.23 |
|
|
16 |
-75 |
226.37 |
365 |
| 1518805 |
13 |
2 |
4YO plus |
16:15 |
Epsom Downs |
07 Jun 2025 |
Encore Lifestyle Northern Dancer Handicap |
£38,655 |
1m 4f 6y |
Good to soft-good in places |
null |
Strong |
Four-year-olds have had a real stranglehold on this contest in recent years, winning six of the seven previous renewals - and the progressive CANDYMAN STAN may well continue that trend. Andrew Balding's charge disappointed on soft ground in September but has not looked back since. Impressive on his return at Brighton in April before following up at Lingfield latest, a further 5lb rise in the handicap could still underestimate him. First-time cheekpieces could elicit further improvement within November Handicap fifth Valvano, who made a pleasing return at Goodwood last time. Asgard's Captain (winner) and Small Fry (third) clashed over C&D in April, with the pair likely to be closely matched once again. |
Plenty to consider in an open race. A chance is taken on VICE PRESIDENT, who is on a nice mark on last season's Irish form for Aidan O'Brien and who shaped a bit better than the bare facts suggest at Lingfield last time when looking a bit uncomfortable on the fast ground. This surface is likelier to have more juice in it and therefore be more suitable. Sam Hawkens may be next best ahead of reappearing top-weight Maxi King, who has a very good record when fresh. Others to consider closely include Fouroneohfever and the in-form Candyman Stan. |
Candyman Stan |
Valvano |
Vice President |
Sam Hawkens |
Maxi King |
76 |
15 |
-100.0 |
Beauld As Brass |
null |
b |
g |
Brazen Beau |
Camelopardalis |
Tobougg |
5 |
53.98 |
84 |
null |
Harry Davies |
null |
George Baker |
Had a fine spring with four wins on the bounce but latest decisively held third at Newbury suggests the handicapper may now be in charge. |
null |
105 |
2 |
null |
null |
|
|
17 |
-75 |
223.94 |
396 |
| 1518805 |
14 |
2 |
4YO plus |
16:15 |
Epsom Downs |
07 Jun 2025 |
Encore Lifestyle Northern Dancer Handicap |
£38,655 |
1m 4f 6y |
Good to soft-good in places |
null |
Strong |
Four-year-olds have had a real stranglehold on this contest in recent years, winning six of the seven previous renewals - and the progressive CANDYMAN STAN may well continue that trend. Andrew Balding's charge disappointed on soft ground in September but has not looked back since. Impressive on his return at Brighton in April before following up at Lingfield latest, a further 5lb rise in the handicap could still underestimate him. First-time cheekpieces could elicit further improvement within November Handicap fifth Valvano, who made a pleasing return at Goodwood last time. Asgard's Captain (winner) and Small Fry (third) clashed over C&D in April, with the pair likely to be closely matched once again. |
Plenty to consider in an open race. A chance is taken on VICE PRESIDENT, who is on a nice mark on last season's Irish form for Aidan O'Brien and who shaped a bit better than the bare facts suggest at Lingfield last time when looking a bit uncomfortable on the fast ground. This surface is likelier to have more juice in it and therefore be more suitable. Sam Hawkens may be next best ahead of reappearing top-weight Maxi King, who has a very good record when fresh. Others to consider closely include Fouroneohfever and the in-form Candyman Stan. |
Candyman Stan |
Valvano |
Vice President |
Sam Hawkens |
Maxi King |
76 |
2 |
-100.0 |
Small Fry |
IRE |
b |
g |
Harzand |
Duchess Of Daars |
Zoffany |
4 |
53.52 |
83 |
null |
Ashley Lewis |
7 |
G J Moore |
Creditable C&D third before winning apprentices' race at Chester under this rider last time; each-way chance from 5lb higher mark than last time in this better race. |
null |
108 |
4 |
3 |
46.76 |
|
|
1 |
33 |
617.09 |
395 |
| 1518805 |
15 |
2 |
4YO plus |
16:15 |
Epsom Downs |
07 Jun 2025 |
Encore Lifestyle Northern Dancer Handicap |
£38,655 |
1m 4f 6y |
Good to soft-good in places |
null |
Strong |
Four-year-olds have had a real stranglehold on this contest in recent years, winning six of the seven previous renewals - and the progressive CANDYMAN STAN may well continue that trend. Andrew Balding's charge disappointed on soft ground in September but has not looked back since. Impressive on his return at Brighton in April before following up at Lingfield latest, a further 5lb rise in the handicap could still underestimate him. First-time cheekpieces could elicit further improvement within November Handicap fifth Valvano, who made a pleasing return at Goodwood last time. Asgard's Captain (winner) and Small Fry (third) clashed over C&D in April, with the pair likely to be closely matched once again. |
Plenty to consider in an open race. A chance is taken on VICE PRESIDENT, who is on a nice mark on last season's Irish form for Aidan O'Brien and who shaped a bit better than the bare facts suggest at Lingfield last time when looking a bit uncomfortable on the fast ground. This surface is likelier to have more juice in it and therefore be more suitable. Sam Hawkens may be next best ahead of reappearing top-weight Maxi King, who has a very good record when fresh. Others to consider closely include Fouroneohfever and the in-form Candyman Stan. |
Candyman Stan |
Valvano |
Vice President |
Sam Hawkens |
Maxi King |
76 |
16 |
4.1 |
Something |
null |
br |
g |
Golden Horn |
Calipatria |
Shamardal |
4 |
52.62 |
81 |
p |
Hollie Doyle |
null |
Jedd OKeeffe |
Up in the weights (5lb) and grade after last-time-out Ripon win but he's now three from six at around 1m4f and by no means discounted. |
Wearing cheek pieces |
102 |
9 |
16 |
-134.82 |
|
|
8 |
-14 |
47.66 |
315 |
| 1518805 |
16 |
2 |
4YO plus |
16:15 |
Epsom Downs |
07 Jun 2025 |
Encore Lifestyle Northern Dancer Handicap |
£38,655 |
1m 4f 6y |
Good to soft-good in places |
null |
Strong |
Four-year-olds have had a real stranglehold on this contest in recent years, winning six of the seven previous renewals - and the progressive CANDYMAN STAN may well continue that trend. Andrew Balding's charge disappointed on soft ground in September but has not looked back since. Impressive on his return at Brighton in April before following up at Lingfield latest, a further 5lb rise in the handicap could still underestimate him. First-time cheekpieces could elicit further improvement within November Handicap fifth Valvano, who made a pleasing return at Goodwood last time. Asgard's Captain (winner) and Small Fry (third) clashed over C&D in April, with the pair likely to be closely matched once again. |
Plenty to consider in an open race. A chance is taken on VICE PRESIDENT, who is on a nice mark on last season's Irish form for Aidan O'Brien and who shaped a bit better than the bare facts suggest at Lingfield last time when looking a bit uncomfortable on the fast ground. This surface is likelier to have more juice in it and therefore be more suitable. Sam Hawkens may be next best ahead of reappearing top-weight Maxi King, who has a very good record when fresh. Others to consider closely include Fouroneohfever and the in-form Candyman Stan. |
Candyman Stan |
Valvano |
Vice President |
Sam Hawkens |
Maxi King |
76 |
9 |
108.2 |
Galactic Charm |
null |
b |
g |
Sea The Moon |
Gold Charm |
Key Of Luck |
4 |
52.62 |
81 |
p |
Laura Pearson |
null |
G J Moore |
Off since the end of March after a winter campaign over hurdles; might just need this back on the Flat now but each-way claims on best 2024 form if he is ready for it. |
Wearing cheek pieces |
104 |
5 |
4 |
43.74 |
|
|
9 |
-18 |
47.67 |
371 |
| 1518805 |
17 |
2 |
4YO plus |
16:15 |
Epsom Downs |
07 Jun 2025 |
Encore Lifestyle Northern Dancer Handicap |
£38,655 |
1m 4f 6y |
Good to soft-good in places |
null |
Strong |
Four-year-olds have had a real stranglehold on this contest in recent years, winning six of the seven previous renewals - and the progressive CANDYMAN STAN may well continue that trend. Andrew Balding's charge disappointed on soft ground in September but has not looked back since. Impressive on his return at Brighton in April before following up at Lingfield latest, a further 5lb rise in the handicap could still underestimate him. First-time cheekpieces could elicit further improvement within November Handicap fifth Valvano, who made a pleasing return at Goodwood last time. Asgard's Captain (winner) and Small Fry (third) clashed over C&D in April, with the pair likely to be closely matched once again. |
Plenty to consider in an open race. A chance is taken on VICE PRESIDENT, who is on a nice mark on last season's Irish form for Aidan O'Brien and who shaped a bit better than the bare facts suggest at Lingfield last time when looking a bit uncomfortable on the fast ground. This surface is likelier to have more juice in it and therefore be more suitable. Sam Hawkens may be next best ahead of reappearing top-weight Maxi King, who has a very good record when fresh. Others to consider closely include Fouroneohfever and the in-form Candyman Stan. |
Candyman Stan |
Valvano |
Vice President |
Sam Hawkens |
Maxi King |
76 |
3 |
108.2 |
Paradoxical |
IRE |
b |
g |
Saxon Warrior |
Love And Laughter |
Theatrical |
4 |
52.62 |
81 |
p |
K T O'Neill |
null |
J Candlish |
Productive winter AW campaign but he isn't as good on grass and has lot to prove from out of the handicap on the form of recent runs back on grass. |
Wearing cheek pieces |
99 |
4 |
13 |
-38.63 |
|
|
7 |
0 |
0.0 |
254 |