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3 June 2026 · 6 races

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6:00 — British Stallion Studs EBF Novice Stakes (GBB/IRE Incentive Race)

5f · Soft · NOV · 7 runners

Pace map not available — insufficient prior race data for this field.

6:35 — Book Online At ripon-races.co.uk Maiden Fillies' Stakes (GBB/GBBPlus Race)

1m3f · Soft · CLS3 · 4 runners

Gone By to leadFREEHISTORIC

How it ran

Gone By led, as the map showed.

Gone By won at 1.14 — led, as the map had it. One of the race scenarios named it.

2 of 4 runners raced in the group the map gave them

Race shape

Lead · 1

Gone By

Prominent · 0

None

Midfield · 1

Joud

Hold Up · 2

Golden StepWootton's Gal

Gone By is the sole confirmed front runner in this four-runner maiden fillies' contest and will control proceedings from the gates without pressure. The other three runners (Golden Step, Wootton's Gal, Joud) are all hold-up types who will settle behind and look to deliver late challenges. Gone By can dictate fractions at her own tempo over this stamina-testing 1m3f trip on soft ground, creating an ideal scenario for the pace-setter. This race shape strongly favours prominent/leading types who can avoid traffic and kick clear before the hold-up brigade can mount their challenges.

Runner profiles

Race scenarios

Gone By Controls Tempo

65% probability

If Gone By breaks cleanly and establishes an uncontested lead through steady fractions

She can quicken off her own pace in the straight while the three hold-up horses struggle to make ground from similar positions. Her superior class and tactical advantage becomes decisive when she finds another gear approaching the final furlong.

Gone ByGolden Step

Hold-Up Surprise Package

20% probability

If Gone By goes too slow early or one of the hold-up horses finds unexpected improvement

Golden Step or another trailer could time their run to perfection and catch the leader tiring in the final 100 yards. The soft ground might just aid a strong-finishing type if Gone By's stamina cracks.

Golden StepJoudGone By

Pace Collapse Scramble

10% probability

If Gone By sets overly generous fractions or compounds early

All four runners converge in a messy finish where positioning and traffic luck determines the outcome. The superior RPR of Gone By still gives her an edge in a desperate finish.

Gone ByGolden StepJoudWootton's Gal

Outsider Breakthrough

5% probability

If Wootton's Gal or Joud has improved dramatically from their poor debuts

A 313-day break could have worked wonders for Wootton's Gal or Joud might relish this step up in trip. However, their form figures suggest this remains highly unlikely against Gone By's proven class.

Wootton's GalJoudGone By

Race position map

LeadProminentMidfieldHold up

Watch points

KEY

Gone By's break from the gates - if she misses the start, the entire pace dynamic collapses

WATCH

Golden Step's early positioning - she was slowly away on debut and cannot afford to spot the leader too much ground

NOTE

Wootton's Gal's fitness after 313 days off - any market support would indicate hidden improvement from the Fahey stable

WATCH

The pace through the first half-mile - if Gone By goes too fast she could set it up for the closers

NOTE

Joud's settling - she needs to relax early to have any chance of staying the extended trip

7:10 — Bishopton Equine Handicap

1m · Soft · HCAP · 14 runners

Travis to leadHISTORIC

How it ran

Avatar Jet led; the map had Travis in front.

Donna Nook won at 8.50 — raced prominently, as the map had it. One of the race scenarios named it.

4 of 12 runners raced in the group the map gave them

Race shape

Lead · 1

Travis

Prominent · 1

Donna Nook

Midfield · 8

EeeteeBarleyAmidst The ChaosKiss Me My LoveJesmond DawnYafaarrThe New Bay PearlPerfidia

Hold Up · 4

SuperfortressThe Childe Of HaleHavana TouchAvatar Jet

Travis is the sole confirmed front-runner in this 14-runner handicap and will dictate terms from the gates, with Donna Nook likely to sit prominent behind him. The remaining 12 runners are all hold-up horses who will need to come from off the pace, creating a compressed field in the rear two-thirds of the pack. With only one pacemaker and no early pressure, Travis can control the tempo and potentially steal a march on the waiting brigade. This race shape strongly favours prominent runners and those who can get into a position to track the early pace, as the sheer volume of hold-up horses suggests a sprint finish where position will be crucial.

Runner profiles

Race scenarios

Controlled Front Running

45% probability

If Travis dictates a steady pace without serious early pressure from the prominent runners.

The lone leader can steal crucial lengths in the straight while the massive field of hold-up horses gets tangled up behind. This benefits Travis himself and any prominent runner like Donna Nook who can secure an ideal tracking position.

TravisDonna NookSuperfortressPerfidia

Late Charge Dominance

30% probability

If the pace becomes truly crawling and the field remains tightly bunched turning for home.

The 12 hold-up horses get their ideal scenario with a sprint from the furlong pole where the best turn of foot wins. This suits the classier operators who can quicken decisively from off the pace.

Kiss Me My LoveAmidst The ChaosAvatar JetBarley

Pace Collapse

15% probability

If Travis sets unsustainable fractions under pressure from Donna Nook or other forward-placed runners.

The early leaders weaken badly in the final furlong, allowing the patient hold-up horses to sweep past them. Benefits those with proven finishing kicks who can time their run perfectly.

SuperfortressThe Childe Of HaleHavana TouchYafaarr

Messy Scramble

10% probability

If traffic problems develop in the large field with runners getting blocked for clear runs.

The race becomes a lottery where the best-positioned horse wins rather than the best horse on form. Favours those drawn well or ridden by experienced jockeys who can find gaps.

PerfidiaJesmond DawnEeeteeThe New Bay Pearl

Race position map

LeadProminentMidfieldHold up

Watch points

KEY

Travis must be watched for how much rope he gets in front - if uncontested he could steal an unassailable lead

WATCH

Donna Nook's early positioning will be crucial as the only prominent runner able to track Travis closely

NOTE

The draw and early positioning of the 12 hold-up horses will determine who gets the clearest run in the straight

WATCH

Any early scrimmaging or interference could compromise multiple chances in this tightly-packed field

NOTE

Jockey changes and stable debuts for The New Bay Pearl and Eeetee make their chances harder to assess

7:42 — weatherbysshop.co.uk Handicap

6f · Soft · HCAP · 13 runners

3 vying for the leadHISTORIC

How it ran

Magic Boy led, as the map showed.

Glory Hyde won at 5.50 — was held up, as the map had it. One of the race scenarios named it.

5 of 9 runners raced in the group the map gave them

Race shape

Lead · 3

Magic BoyBlazing SonMiss Willows

Prominent · 5

FortamourBlind BeggarWilliam DewhirstKeldeoMen Of Honour

Midfield · 2

CairdeasBay Breeze

Hold Up · 3

Beattie Is BackRaft UpGlory Hyde

Magic Boy, Blazing Son, and Miss Willows will ensure a strong early gallop over this straight 6f. Magic Boy has shown front-running tendencies and scored at Redcar, while Blazing Son likes to dictate and Miss Willows made all when winning at Redcar last September. Their combined presence guarantees a genuine pace that will test stamina reserves in the closing stages. This sustained gallop clearly favours hold-up horses and those with proven finishing kicks who can capitalize on the inevitable pace collapse.

Runner profiles

Race scenarios

Strong Pace Collapse

60% probability

If Magic Boy and Blazing Son engage early and burn each other out

The relentless gallop saps the leaders' reserves, creating perfect conditions for closers to sweep past tired front-runners in the final furlong. Hold-up specialists with tactical speed will find gaps as the pace crumbles.

Glory HydeBeattie Is BackFortamourCairdeas

Front Runner Survives

20% probability

If Magic Boy or Miss Willows find an uncontested lead and control the fractions

A single leader manages the pace intelligently, kicking clear before rivals can respond effectively. The winner gets first run and holds on despite late pressure from closers.

Magic BoyMiss WillowsGlory HydeBlazing Son

Prominent Tracker Wins

12% probability

If the pace is strong but one prominent runner saves ground and times their move perfectly

Fortamour or Keldeo track the leaders closely, avoiding the early speed battle but positioning ideally for a well-timed strike. They benefit from the pace without contributing to it, then pounce when the leaders weaken.

FortamourKeldeoCairdeasBay Breeze

Pace Moderate Surprise

8% probability

If the expected pace-setters are restrained or miss the break cleanly

The race becomes more tactical than anticipated, negating the closing kick advantage and allowing a different type to prevail. Mid-pack runners with versatile styles capitalize on the changed dynamics.

William DewhirstMen Of HonourBlind BeggarBay Breeze

Race position map

LeadProminentMidfieldHold up

Watch points

KEY

Magic Boy's 211-day layoff could see him fold quickly if he takes them along too fast early

WATCH

Miss Willows and Blazing Son both returning from lengthy breaks may lack the fitness edge needed

WATCH

William Dewhirst has been poor on turf recently and this strong pace may not suit his style

NOTE

Glory Hyde's hold-up style perfectly matches the likely pace scenario and she's in top form

NOTE

Fortamour's course record and recent form make him dangerous if getting the right trip through

8:12 — Napoleons Casino And Restaurant Leeds Handicap

5f · Soft · HCAP · 8 runners

Betweenthesticks likeliest to leadHISTORIC

How it ran

Rock Of England led; the map had Betweenthesticks in front.

Rock Of England won at 5.00 — led, where the map had it raced midfield. One of the race scenarios named it.

3 of 8 runners raced in the group the map gave them

Race shape

Lead · 1

Betweenthesticks

Prominent · 2

AzuinthejungleHurt You Never

Midfield · 3

Canaria QueenRock Of EnglandHigh Opinion

Hold Up · 2

Wen MoonSpeeding Bullet

Betweenthesticks will break smartly and establish an uncontested lead from the rail, with Canaria Queen, Azuinthejungle and Hurt You Never settling in behind but unlikely to pressure early. The prominent runners will track at a comfortable pace while the hold-up horses Wen Moon, High Opinion, Speeding Bullet and Rock Of England drop to the rear. With only one true pace-setter in a small field, Betweenthesticks can dictate fractions and kick for home with energy reserves intact. This tactical setup strongly favours front-running and prominent racers who can secure early position without expending energy in pace battles.

Runner profiles

Race scenarios

Uncontested Front Running

60% probability

If Betweenthesticks gets an easy lead and the prominent horses settle kindly behind

The pace-setter controls the race from pillar to post while the tracking horses have first run on the closers but lack the acceleration to reel in the leader. Betweenthesticks and the prominent runners dominate the finish as the hold-up horses never get into contention.

BetweenthesticksCanaria QueenAzuinthejungleHurt You Never

Prominent Horses Pounce

25% probability

If the prominent runners get closer to Betweenthesticks than usual and apply pressure from the 2f pole

Canaria Queen or Azuinthejungle use their recent form advantage to wear down Betweenthesticks in the final furlong. The front-runner's winning run meets stronger opposition than expected while the hold-up horses still struggle to make ground.

Canaria QueenAzuinthejungleBetweenthesticksHurt You Never

Hold-Up Revival

10% probability

If the early pace becomes overly sedate and the race turns into a sprint finish

The lack of early pressure allows Wen Moon and Rock Of England to unleash their finishing kicks over the final 1f. Both have shown ability to quicken when positioned correctly and benefit from the tactical nature of a slowly-run contest.

Wen MoonRock Of EnglandSpeeding BulletHigh Opinion

Pace Collapse Chaos

5% probability

If Betweenthesticks runs too freely early or the prominent horses crowd the pace unexpectedly

The anticipated pace advantage disappears and creates a messy, stop-start rhythm that suits no particular running style. High Opinion and Speeding Bullet emerge from the pack as outsiders capitalizing on the tactical confusion ahead of them.

High OpinionSpeeding BulletRock Of EnglandWen Moon

Race position map

LeadProminentMidfieldHold up

Watch points

KEY

Betweenthesticks breaking slowly would completely alter the pace dynamics and leave no clear leader

WATCH

Canaria Queen and Azuinthejungle getting too close early could create pace pressure that benefits closers

NOTE

Wen Moon's positioning from the stalls will determine if he can get the strong pace his style requires

WATCH

High Opinion carrying light weight with inexperienced claimer aboard could cause steering issues

NOTE

Rock Of England's fitness levels after 35-day absence may show in the final furlong

8:42 — Ripon Theatre Festival 5th - 12th July Handicap

1m · Soft · HCAP · 8 runners

Popty Ping likeliest to leadHISTORIC

How it ran

Ziggy's Avenger and Deep Sleep led; the map had Popty Ping in front.

Ziggy's Avenger won at 4.33 — led, where the map had it was held up. One of the race scenarios named it.

0 of 8 runners raced in the group the map gave them

Race shape

Lead · 1

Popty Ping

Prominent · 0

None

Midfield · 5

Deep SleepKarakula DancerTalking In KodeWhat Fools BelieveCobalt Comet

Hold Up · 2

Ziggy's AvengerParoda Diva

Popty Ping represents the sole confirmed front-runner in this field of eight, meaning she can control the tempo without early pressure from pace rivals. With seven hold-up horses behind her, this sets up a pedestrian early gallop that will gradually build into the straight. The lack of prominent racers means no immediate challenge to Popty Ping's lead, allowing her to dictate fractions and potentially steal a march on closers who may find themselves with too much to do. This tactical scenario strongly favours on-pace types who can sit close to the leader and horses with proven tactical speed to overcome the likely sprint finish.

Runner profiles

Race scenarios

Uncontested Lead Holds

45% probability

If Popty Ping faces no early pressure and maintains comfortable fractions

The pace-setter gets first run in the straight while hold-up horses struggle to make up ground from the back of a small field. Tactical speed and close positioning prove decisive over pure closing ability.

Popty PingParoda DivaKarakula DancerZiggy's Avenger

Late Surge Prevails

30% probability

If the early pace becomes too slow and bunches the field entering the final furlong

Superior class tells in a sprint finish as the best horses find racing room and acceleration. Recent winners and higher-rated performers come to the fore in a cavalry charge.

Paroda DivaKarakula DancerZiggy's AvengerDeep Sleep

Front Runner Cracks

15% probability

If Popty Ping's 27-day break tells and she fades in the final 100 yards

The long absence shows as early leader weakens, opening the door for hold-up horses with recent runs. Fresh legs and race fitness become the determining factors.

Ziggy's AvengerParoda DivaKarakula DancerWhat Fools Believe

Outsider Strikes

10% probability

If the pace collapses completely and creates a blanket finish where anything can happen

The slow early fractions result in a lottery sprint where lesser-fancied horses with any tactical pace can capitalise. Form gets turned on its head in a messy finale.

What Fools BelieveTalking In KodeCobalt CometDeep Sleep

Race position map

LeadProminentMidfieldHold up

Watch points

KEY

Popty Ping's 27-day break could see her fade dramatically in the final furlong after setting uncontested fractions

WATCH

Ziggy's Avenger showed improved form since gelding and could be the main danger if getting a strong finishing run

NOTE

Watch for early positioning as hold-up horses may struggle to make up ground from the back in a small field

WATCH

The pace scenario heavily favours Popty Ping if no other horse challenges her early dominance

NOTE

Paroda Diva's recent 1m win on similar ground makes her the most logical danger to the front-runner

About this analysis

Every race on PaceMap is read from the in-running comments of each runner’s recent form — how a horse actually ran, not only where it finished. Those comments decide the groups above, and the same comments are read back after the race to score what was published. The record is public, including the months it was worse.

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This meeting ran on 3 June 2026.

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