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John Smith's Sprint Handicap

York · 17:30 · Saturday, 11 July 2026 · 6f · Good To Firm · Class 4

🤖 AI race preview

A mid-pace to open-run tempo is likely, with Rock Opera and Mister Sox positioned to contest early, though the draw of 2 gives the latter a slight advantage in the early stages. Rock Opera makes the strongest appeal, having secured a second at Pontefract in good conditions just two weeks ago with a solid RPR of 92, a consistent 131lb mark, and a proven ability to hold position in big fields—his recent form and class drop from a 6f handicap to a 6f sprint suggest he is well-adapted to the conditions. The main danger comes from Glory Hyde, who has won four of her last five starts with a 79 RPR and a 4lb rise in weight, and from Kats Bob, who showed promise at Catterick but has struggled in recent outings despite a strong 129lb mark and a value each-way profile.

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🏁 Result

1Magic Boy (GER) Lewis Edmunds7.00
2Kats Bob (GB) William Pyle23
3Havana Rum (IRE) Warren Fentiman13
4Almarada Prince (IRE) David Nolan7.00
5Sixtygeesbaby (IRE) Daniel Tudhope21
6Wreck It Ryley (IRE) Ray Dawson41

Settled from official results.