Thirsk Race 1 - British Ebf Fillies' Novice Stakes (Gbb/Gbbplus Race)
HAPINESS (3) Threw down a serious challenge last start at Chepstow and was a debutant last start. Rhys Clutterbuck and Ralph Beckett form a proven partnership. Will find this grade more suitable. Looks to be in good shape and must go close today. HELLO FRIEND (4) Good run when finishing 2nd last start at Newcastle and having second race start. Has been racing in stronger company. One of the major players. TALITHA ROUGE (5) Tidy effort when 3rd last start at Redcar and having second career run. Facing a weaker group of contenders. Keep in mind. COUNTER INTUITIVE (1) Finished 6th last time at Salisbury but up against weaker rivals. Expected to be flashing home. Gets a favourable stall. Keep an eye on the market for any leads.

Jockey: George Downing
Weight: 58kgs
Stats
Comments
Was $13.00 and came in 6th last time at Salisbury but challenged by weaker competitors. Finishes off strongly. Drawn nicely. Will be a tough ask.
Last Starts 32 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 | 14/05/2026 | - | GBB Race | $11,805.00 | Salisbury | 1994m | GOOD | George Downing | 57.5kg | - | - | 3 |
| 6.5L | $13.00 |
| 8/13 | 05/11/2025 | - | GBB Race | $7,869.00 | Kempton | 1609m | GOOD | George Downing | 58kg | - | 13-12-12-12-12-11-8-8 | 2 |
| 13.15L | $9.50 |

Jockey: Sean Kirrane
Weight: 58kgs
Stats
Comments
First up after a break. Started $51.00 and was ordinary when 5th last run at Southwell but facing less formidable opponents. Won't be far away during the run. Simply cannot have in this.
Last Starts 96 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/6 | 11/03/2026 | - | GBB/GBBPlus Race | $11,804.00 | Southwell | 2426m | GOOD | Hector Crouch | 57kg | - | - | 3 |
| 12.75L | $51.00 |
| 8/9 | 19/01/2026 | - | GBB/GBBPlus Race | $11,805.00 | Kempton | 2211m | GOOD | Hector Crouch | 58kg | - | 2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2 | 9 |
| 14.5L | $2.50 |

Jockey: Rhys Clutterbuck
Weight: 58kgs
Stats
Comments
Narrowly denied a win last start at Chepstow and fitter for debut run. Jockey Rhys Clutterbuck is in top form for this yard. Competing in a less challenging grade. Worth strong consideration.
Last Starts 25 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/6 | 21/05/2026 | - | GBB/GBBPlus Race | $11,805.00 | Chepstow | 2011m | GOOD | Hector Crouch | 56kg | - | - | 5 |
| 0.3L | $4.00 |

Jockey: Shane Foley
Weight: 58kgs
Stats
Comments
Showed a good turn of foot when 2nd beaten by 1 1/4L last start at Newcastle and having second career run. Competing in a lower grade. Will go close.
Last Starts 27 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/6 | 19/05/2026 | - | GBB/GBBPlus Race | $11,805.00 | Newcastle | 2503m | GOOD | S H James | 57kg | - | 6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6 | 7 |
| 1.25L | $7.50 |

Jockey: Mark Winn
Weight: 58kgs
Stats
Comments
Competitive effort when 3rd last start at Redcar and was on debut last time. Up against a less competitive field. Represents value at a price.
Last Starts 20 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/6 | 26/05/2026 | - | GBB Race | $9,837.00 | Redcar | 2012m | GOOD | Mark Winn | 56kg | - | - | 1 |
| 1.05L | $21.00 |