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North Wales Chronicle
3 hours ago
- Sport
- North Wales Chronicle
John of Gaunt win for Ten Bob Tony puts gloss on day Ed Walker will cherish
A winner first time out last season, the four-year-old Ten Bob Tony was not disgraced in the 2000 Guineas and also ran well in France behind the classy Topgear. Below par on his final outing and gelded since, he had a bit of a question to answer on his return, but with his form first time out and the great recent run of his stable in his favour, he came out on top in the Group Three prize. Walker's string have bloomed of late, winning the Temple Stakes last week with Mgheera, the Brigadier Gerard with Almaqam and taking the Bronte Cup at York with Scenic and the Achilles Stakes at Haydock with Balmoral Lady before Ten Bob Tony did his bit. Volterra looked to be travelling best at one stage before Audience, last year's Lockinge winner, threw down a challenge. Ten Bob Tony (5-1) slowly but surely got on top and then Ralph Beckett's eight-year-old Kinross, giving away weight all round, emerged as the final danger. The two got close together and as they crossed the line there was just a head in it, with the placings unaltered after a long wait. 'That was an awful wait! Without sounding spoilt, it was so important he won. Ten Bob Tony was Simon Sadler's first ever horse and he's now come into the game in quite a big way,' said Walker, speaking from York. 'He had his first stakes winner in Qilin Queen in a Listed race at Newbury on Lockinge day and then he (Ten Bob Tony) came along for his first Group-race win.' He added of his winning run: 'It's pretty special and absolutely amazing. I've won Group Ones before, but I have to say this has been a special day and special week. Long may it continue.' Fortunately for Buick, he escaped a suspension. 'I got a caution,' he said. 'Obviously the stewards had to have a look at it, but my horse just ran around in front. 'He was a very game winner, it was a competitive race and hopefully he can progress.' Decent day for @edwalkerracing. Ten Bob Tony gives him a second Group Three off the afternoon — Nick Robson (@ValueRacingPlus) May 31, 2025 Walker was represented on Merseyside by his assistant trainer, Matty Hicks, who said: 'It's been a frustrating spring waiting for the rain, it's been a painful waiting to get him out. 'He's always gone well fresh, he was a bit head-scratching towards the end of last year but we always banked on his form in France with Topgear and he's shown it a couple of times since. 'Topgear looks a Group One winner in waiting so we've always liked our horse. He's very tough and gelding him has made him a bit more of a man, he's getting towards being the finished article. 'I'd say he's more like to go back up to a mile than down to six furlongs and he has two entries at Ascot, the Hunt Cup and Queen Anne.'
Rhyl Journal
4 hours ago
- Sport
- Rhyl Journal
John of Gaunt win for Ten Bob Tony puts gloss on day Ed Walker will cherish
A winner first time out last season, the four-year-old Ten Bob Tony was not disgraced in the 2000 Guineas and also ran well in France behind the classy Topgear. Below par on his final outing and gelded since, he had a bit of a question to answer on his return, but with his form first time out and the great recent run of his stable in his favour, he came out on top in the Group Three prize. Walker's string have bloomed of late, winning the Temple Stakes last week with Mgheera, the Brigadier Gerard with Almaqam and taking the Bronte Cup at York with Scenic and the Achilles Stakes at Haydock with Balmoral Lady before Ten Bob Tony did his bit. Volterra looked to be travelling best at one stage before Audience, last year's Lockinge winner, threw down a challenge. Ten Bob Tony (5-1) slowly but surely got on top and then Ralph Beckett's eight-year-old Kinross, giving away weight all round, emerged as the final danger. The two got close together and as they crossed the line there was just a head in it, with the placings unaltered after a long wait. 'That was an awful wait! Without sounding spoilt, it was so important he won. Ten Bob Tony was Simon Sadler's first ever horse and he's now come into the game in quite a big way,' said Walker, speaking from York. 'He had his first stakes winner in Qilin Queen in a Listed race at Newbury on Lockinge day and then he (Ten Bob Tony) came along for his first Group-race win.' He added of his winning run: 'It's pretty special and absolutely amazing. I've won Group Ones before, but I have to say this has been a special day and special week. Long may it continue.' Fortunately for Buick, he escaped a suspension. 'I got a caution,' he said. 'Obviously the stewards had to have a look at it, but my horse just ran around in front. 'He was a very game winner, it was a competitive race and hopefully he can progress.' Decent day for @edwalkerracing. Ten Bob Tony gives him a second Group Three off the afternoon — Nick Robson (@ValueRacingPlus) May 31, 2025 Walker was represented on Merseyside by his assistant trainer, Matty Hicks, who said: 'It's been a frustrating spring waiting for the rain, it's been a painful waiting to get him out. 'He's always gone well fresh, he was a bit head-scratching towards the end of last year but we always banked on his form in France with Topgear and he's shown it a couple of times since. 'Topgear looks a Group One winner in waiting so we've always liked our horse. He's very tough and gelding him has made him a bit more of a man, he's getting towards being the finished article. 'I'd say he's more like to go back up to a mile than down to six furlongs and he has two entries at Ascot, the Hunt Cup and Queen Anne.'
Glasgow Times
5 hours ago
- Sport
- Glasgow Times
John of Gaunt win for Ten Bob Tony puts gloss on day Ed Walker will cherish
A winner first time out last season, the four-year-old Ten Bob Tony was not disgraced in the 2000 Guineas and also ran well in France behind the classy Topgear. Below par on his final outing and gelded since, he had a bit of a question to answer on his return, but with his form first time out and the great recent run of his stable in his favour, he came out on top in the Group Three prize. Ten Bob Tony (right) gave Kinross a nudge (Martin Rickett/PA) Walker's string have bloomed of late, winning the Temple Stakes last week with Mgheera, the Brigadier Gerard with Almaqam and taking the Bronte Cup at York with Scenic and the Achilles Stakes at Haydock with Balmoral Lady before Ten Bob Tony did his bit. Volterra looked to be travelling best at one stage before Audience, last year's Lockinge winner, threw down a challenge. Ten Bob Tony (5-1) slowly but surely got on top and then Ralph Beckett's eight-year-old Kinross, giving away weight all round, emerged as the final danger. The two got close together and as they crossed the line there was just a head in it, with the placings unaltered after a long wait. 'That was an awful wait! Without sounding spoilt, it was so important he won. Ten Bob Tony was Simon Sadler's first ever horse and he's now come into the game in quite a big way,' said Walker, speaking from York. Trainer Ed Walker enjoyed a most productive day (Mike Egerton/PA) 'He had his first stakes winner in Qilin Queen in a Listed race at Newbury on Lockinge day and then he (Ten Bob Tony) came along for his first Group-race win.' He added of his winning run: 'It's pretty special and absolutely amazing. I've won Group Ones before, but I have to say this has been a special day and special week. Long may it continue.' Fortunately for Buick, he escaped a suspension. 'I got a caution,' he said. 'Obviously the stewards had to have a look at it, but my horse just ran around in front. 'He was a very game winner, it was a competitive race and hopefully he can progress.' Decent day for @edwalkerracing. Ten Bob Tony gives him a second Group Three off the afternoon — Nick Robson (@ValueRacingPlus) May 31, 2025 Walker was represented on Merseyside by his assistant trainer, Matty Hicks, who said: 'It's been a frustrating spring waiting for the rain, it's been a painful waiting to get him out. 'He's always gone well fresh, he was a bit head-scratching towards the end of last year but we always banked on his form in France with Topgear and he's shown it a couple of times since. 'Topgear looks a Group One winner in waiting so we've always liked our horse. He's very tough and gelding him has made him a bit more of a man, he's getting towards being the finished article. 'I'd say he's more like to go back up to a mile than down to six furlongs and he has two entries at Ascot, the Hunt Cup and Queen Anne.'
Scottish Sun
3 days ago
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Horse racing tips: ‘He's exciting and arrives after a massive personal best' – Templegate's in-form 6-1 NAP
Scroll down for the picks Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) TEMPLEGATE tackles Thursday's racing - the highlight of which is a cracking Brigadier Gerard card at Sandown - confident of banging in some winners. Back a horse by clicking their odds below. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up SURREY SHADOW (8.40 Sandown, nap) It's early days for in-form Tom Clover's hope who is having just his sixth run here. He clocked a massive personal best on comeback in the Spring Mile at Doncaster last time. He relished stepping up in trip and managed to finish a close fourth despite getting a really rough trip. He should have learned plenty from that experience and can go close again. TRAWLERMAN (7.05 Sandown, nb) He showed his quality with an excellent second in the Ascot Gold Cup and looked in need of the run when fifth in Dubai last month. William Buick can steer him home. OVER SPICED (5.05 Lingfield, treble) She carries a 6lb penalty after scoring at Chepstow eight days ago. This race looks no tougher and a repeat should be more than good enough. POLYGRAM (4.00 Lingfield, Lucky 15) Has improved with every run and just missed out at Newcastle last time. She likes this trip and can take the final step forward needed to get off the mark. Templegate's tips FREE BETS - GET THE BEST SIGN UP DEALS AND RACING OFFERS Commercial content notice: Taking one of the offers featured in this article may result in a payment to The Sun. You should be aware brands pay fees to appear in the highest placements on the page. 18+. T&Cs apply. Remember to gamble responsibly A responsible gambler is someone who: Establishes time and monetary limits before playing Only gambles with money they can afford to lose Never chases their losses Doesn't gamble if they're upset, angry or depressed Gamcare – Gamble Aware – Find our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.
The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Horse racing tips: ‘He's exciting and arrives after a massive personal best' – Templegate's in-form 6-1 NAP
TEMPLEGATE tackles Thursday's racing - the highlight of which is a cracking Brigadier Gerard card at Sandown - confident of banging in some winners. Back a horse by clicking their odds below. SURREY SHADOW (8.40 Sandown, nap) It's early days for in-form Tom Clover's hope who is having just his sixth run here. He clocked a massive personal best on comeback in the Spring Mile at Doncaster last time. He relished stepping up in trip and managed to finish a close fourth despite getting a really rough trip. He should have learned plenty from that experience and can go close again. TRAWLERMAN (7.05 Sandown, nb) He showed his quality with an excellent second in the Ascot Gold Cup and looked in need of the run when fifth in Dubai last month. William Buick can steer him home. OVER SPICED (5.05 Lingfield, treble) She carries a 6lb penalty after scoring at Chepstow eight days ago. This race looks no tougher and a repeat should be more than good enough. POLYGRAM (4.00 Lingfield, Lucky 15) Has improved with every run and just missed out at Newcastle last time. She likes this trip and can take the final step forward needed to get off the mark. Most read in Horse Racing Templegate's tips FREE BETS - GET THE BEST SIGN UP DEALS AND RACING OFFERS Commercial content notice: Taking one of the offers featured in this article may result in a payment to The Sun. You should be aware brands pay fees to appear in the highest placements on the page. 18+. T&Cs apply. . Remember to gamble responsibly A responsible gambler is someone who: Establishes time and monetary limits before playing Only gambles with money they can afford to lose Never chases their losses Doesn't gamble if they're upset, angry or depressed Gamcare – Gamble Aware – Find our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.
