What horse racing was on 17 October 2008?

53 races across 7 meetings were run on 17 October 2008: Cheltenham (7 races), Dundalk (AW) (7 races), Kempton (AW) (8 races), Newmarket (9 races), Redcar (8 races), Saint-Cloud (FR) (8 races) and Tipperary (6 races). That is Cheltenham, Kempton (AW), Newmarket and Redcar in Great Britain; Dundalk (AW) and Tipperary in Ireland; Saint-Cloud (FR) in France. KTB's archive covers British, Irish and French racing; every result and every runner from these meetings is on this page.

What was the going at each meeting on 17 October 2008?

Cheltenham: Good (Turf); Dundalk (AW): Standard (AW); Kempton (AW): Standard (AW); Newmarket: Good (Turf); Redcar: Good (Turf); Saint-Cloud (FR): Soft (Turf); Tipperary: Heavy (Turf).

How did the favourites do on 17 October 2008?

Outright favourites won 12 of 39 on 17 October 2008 (30.8%); joint favourites won 1 of 14. £1 on every outright favourite would have staked £39.00 and returned £40.40 — a profit of £1.40. Across every race in KTB's archive, outright favourites win 34.2% of the time (96,834 of 283,117 favourites, as at 3 October 2026). The biggest-priced winner was Charlie Farnsbarns (IRE) at 50/1 in the 3:10 Georgia House Stud Darley Stakes at Newmarket.

What was the feature race on 17 October 2008?

The feature race was the 3:10 Georgia House Stud Darley Stakes (Group 3) (Group 3) at Newmarket, won by Charlie Farnsbarns (IRE) (50/1).

What time was the first race on 17 October 2008?

The first race was the 12:50 Prix Mongolie at Saint-Cloud (FR); the last was the 9:40 Roma For Authentic Mediterranean Goodness Handicap at Dundalk (AW).

Racing Results

Friday 17 October 2008

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53 races were run across 7 meetings on 17 October 2008: Cheltenham, Dundalk (AW), Kempton (AW), Newmarket, Redcar, Saint-Cloud (FR) and Tipperary.

Cheltenham Good · Turf · 7 races · Great Britain

Outright favs won 1 of 5 · Biggest winner 10/1

2:20 Lemington Novices' Hurdle Hurdle · Class 3 · 2m 5f · 6 ran
1. 15. Dragon Eye (IRE)11/4Won by 2½ lengths · J: Robert Thornton · T: Alan King
2. 21. Ceasen Desist (IRE)13/2
3. 32. Earth Planet (IRE)4/6 fav
2:55 Tiger Developments Novices' Chase Chase · Class 3 · 2m 4f 110y · 6 ran
1. 14. Ring The Boss (IRE)Evens favWon by 6 lengths · J: Tom O'Brien · T: Philip Hobbs
2. 25. Sternenzelt (GER)100/1
3. 36. Quattrocento (FR)9/1
3:30 Jewson Novices' Handicap Hurdle Final Hurdle · Class 2 · 2m 110y · 20 ran
1. 113. Font (GB)10/3Won by 3¾ lengths · J: R Walsh · T: Paul Nicholls
2. 22. Noble Alan (GER)7/1
3. 31. Leo's Lucky Star (USA)20/1
4. PU15. Donaldson (GER) · pulled up3/1 fav
4:05 IG Index Handicap Chase Chase · Class 2 · 3m 110y · 17 ran
1. 14. Parsons Legacy (IRE)8/1Won by 2¼ lengths · J: Richard Johnson · T: Philip Hobbs
2. 216. The King of Angels (IRE)12/1
3. 32. Joe Lively (IRE)7/1 jt-fav
4:40 Victoria Garaipen La Mejor Apuesta Juvenile Novices' Hurdle Hurdle · Class 3 · 2m 110y · 12 ran
1. 12. Simarian (IRE)8/1Won by a nose · J: D P Fahy · T: Evan Williams
2. 211. Love And Glory (FR)40/1
3. 33. Tobago Bay (GB)20/1
4. 46. Nine Stories (IRE)5/2 fav
5:15 V-it Services Amateur Riders' Handicap Chase Chase · Class 3 · 3m 110y · 15 ran
1. 114. Mister Apple's (FR)7/1Won by 1¼ lengths · J: Dean Coleman · T: Ian Williams
2. 21. Gaora Lane (IRE)16/1
3. 311. Prince De Bersy (FR)9/2 jt-fav
5:50 Champagne Lanson Maiden Hurdle Hurdle · Class 3 · 2m 110y · 13 ran
1. 14. Dee Ee Williams (IRE)10/1Won by a neck · J: Liam Treadwell · T: Nick Gifford
2. 26. Gloucester (GB)10/1
3. 33. Cockney Trucker (IRE)5/2 fav

Cheltenham racecourse statistics →

Dundalk (AW) Standard · AW · 7 races · Ireland

Outright favs won 3 of 6 · Biggest winner 25/1

6:40 Dundalk Ice Dome Maiden Flat · 5f · 14 ran
1. 14. Santo Padre (IRE)25/1Won by 1¼ lengths · J: Colm O'Donoghue · T: David Marnane
2. 210. Invincible Power (IRE)8/1
3. 37. Caherassdotcom (GB)Evens fav
7:10 Champion's Restaurant Handicap (50-80) Flat · 5f · 14 ran
1. 14. Nortburn (GB)11/4 favWon by a head · J: Johnny Murtagh · T: G M Lyons
2. 29. Adriatic (GB)10/1
3. 31. Copper Dock (IRE)9/2
7:40 Liberty International Underwriters Handicap (60-100) Flat · 7f · 14 ran
1. 13. Slam Dunk (USA)9/2 favWon by a short head · J: Johnny Murtagh · T: G M Lyons
2. 29. Funatfuntasia (GB)11/2
3. 35. Alone He Stands (IRE)10/1
8:10 Irish Stallion Farms EBF Fillies Maiden Flat · 1m · 14 ran
1. 11. Aliyfa (IRE)3/1 jt-favWon by a head · J: Fran Berry · T: John M Oxx
2. 212. Perfect Truth (IRE)3/1 jt-fav
3. 39. Maybe Grace (IRE)5/1
8:40 Irish Stallion Farms EBF (C & G) Maiden Flat · 1m · 14 ran
1. 11. Ard Na Greine (IRE)2/1 favWon by 2½ lengths · J: Martin Harley · T: J S Bolger
2. 214. Zarinski (IRE)13/2
3. 310. My Boy Jack (IRE)9/1
9:10 Shamrock Foods For Home Baking Race Flat · 1m 2f 150y · 7 ran
1. 17. Varsity (GB)10/3Won by a neck · J: Fran Berry · T: C F Swan
2. 21. Farinelli (GB)12/1
3. 35. Monteriggioni (IRE)3/1 fav
9:40 Roma For Authentic Mediterranean Goodness Handicap (60-90) Flat · 1m 2f 150y · 14 ran
1. 111. Truxton King (IRE)6/1Won by a head · J: Gary Carroll · T: W P Mullins
2. 29. Gwens Spirit (IRE)6/1
3. 37. Tango Foxtrot (IRE)10/1
4. 83. Grand Opera (IRE)5/1 fav

Dundalk (AW) racecourse statistics →

Kempton (AW) Standard · AW · 8 races · Great Britain

Outright favs won 2 of 7 · Biggest winner 25/1

5:45 Try Betdaq For An Exchange Classified Stakes Flat · Class 6 · 1m 2f · 10 ran
1. 18. Stand Guard (GB)5/2 favWon by 4½ lengths · J: Ian Mongan · T: Paul Howling
2. 29. Turkish Sultan (IRE)20/1
3. 31. Apache Dawn (GB)3/1
6:20 Bet Champions Day - Betdaq Nursery Handicap Flat · Class 4 · 5f · 12 ran
1. 18. Sir Geoffrey (IRE)6/1Won by a length · J: Tolley Dean · T: Alan McCabe
2. 27. Master Lightfoot (GB)11/4 fav
3. 34. Rowayton (GB)10/1
6:50 Bet Champions League Football - Betdaq Median Auction Maiden Stakes Flat · Class 4 · 6f · 10 ran
1. 17. Aroundthebay (GB)10/3Won by a short head · J: Eddie Ahern · T: Harry Dunlop
2. 21. Comadoir (IRE)11/4 jt-fav
3. 35. Jordaura (GB)11/4 jt-fav
7:20 Bet Breeders Cup - Betdaq Claiming Stakes Flat · Class 6 · 1m · 13 ran
1. 113. Smokey Rye (GB)14/1Won by a neck · J: Steve Drowne · T: Gary Moore
2. 23. Fremen (USA)5/1
3. 32. Electric Warrior (IRE)5/2 fav
7:50 Betdaq.co.uk Sports Betting Handicap Flat · Class 2 · 1m · 10 ran
1. 16. Samarinda (USA)25/1Won by three-quarters of a length · J: Adam Kirby · T: Pam Sly
2. 27. Extraterrestrial (GB)8/1
3. 31. Cape Hawk (IRE)5/2 fav
8:20 TFM Networks Handicap (Div 1) Flat · Class 6 · 6f · 10 ran
1. 16. Cool Sands (IRE)12/1Won by 1¾ lengths · J: J-P Guillambert · T: James Given
2. 28. Morse (IRE)13/2
3. 31. Tous Les Deux (GB)11/4
4. 49. Milne Bay (IRE)5/2 fav
8:50 TFM Networks Handicap (Div 2) Flat · Class 6 · 6f · 10 ran
1. 16. Our Blessing (IRE)3/1 favWon by 1¾ lengths · J: Richard Mullen · T: Alan Jarvis
2. 29. Compton Classic (GB)5/1
3. 37. Rhapsilian (GB)7/2
9:20 Barrettstown Stud Handicap Flat · Class 5 · 1m 4f · 13 ran
1. 19. Graylyn Ruby (FR)11/2Won by 1¼ lengths · J: Luke Morris · T: J Jay
2. 24. Papradon (GB)12/1
3. 311. Flam (GB)7/1
4. 98. Rock Peak (IRE)7/2 fav

Kempton (AW) racecourse statistics →

Newmarket Good · Turf · 9 races · Great Britain

Outright favs won 2 of 8 · Biggest winner 50/1

1:00 E.B.F. Federation Of Bloodstock Agents Maiden Stakes Flat · Class 4 · 6f · 15 ran
1. 19. Run For The Hills (GB)13/8 favWon by 1½ lengths · J: Frankie Dettori · T: John Gosden
2. 25. Invincible Heart (GR)9/2
3. 316. Swiss Diva (GB)14/1
1:30 Anglo Hibernian Bloodstock Insurance E.B.F. Maiden Stakes (Div 1) Flat · Class 4 · 1m · 11 ran
1. 19. Mustaqer (IRE)3/1Won by a neck · J: Richard Hills · T: B W Hills
2. 25. Hyades (USA)16/1
3. 38. Monetary Fund (USA)66/1
4. 52. Alhaque (USA)15/8 fav
2:00 Anglo Hibernian Bloodstock Insurance E.B.F. Maiden Stakes (Div 2) Flat · Class 4 · 1m · 13 ran
1. 114. Mooakada (IRE)11/2Won by half a length · J: Richard Hills · T: John Gosden
2. 211. Times Up (GB)33/1
3. 37. Legislate (GB)7/2 fav
2:35 Peter Stone Memorial Houghton Conditions Stakes Flat · Class 2 · 1m · 7 ran
1. 14. Chater Way (GB)11/8 favWon by 2¼ lengths · J: Tom Queally · T: Sir Henry Cecil
2. 25. Ra Junior (USA)3/1
3. 33. Mastery (GB)5/1
3:10 Georgia House Stud Darley Stakes (Group 3) Flat · Class 1 · 1m 1f · 14 ran
1. 15. Charlie Farnsbarns (IRE)50/1Won by 1½ lengths · J: Ryan Moore · T: Brian Meehan
2. 24. Bankable (IRE)5/2 fav
3. 38. Kirklees (IRE)11/2
3:45 Lanwades Stud Severals Stakes (Fillies' Listed) Flat · Class 1 · 1m 2f · 11 ran
1. 13. Barshiba (IRE)11/1Won by half a length · J: T Quinn · T: David Elsworth
2. 24. Fragrancy (IRE)4/1
3. 35. In The Light (GB)14/1
4. 411. Spacious (GB)11/4 fav
4:20 E.B.F. National Stud Boadicea Fillies' Stakes (Liisted) Flat · Class 1 · 6f · 14 ran
1. 18. Ethaara (GB)20/1Won by 1½ lengths · J: Richard Hills · T: William Haggas
2. 23. Medicea Sidera (GB)10/1
3. 37. Bastakiya (IRE)8/1
4. 69. Laddies Poker Two (IRE)11/8 fav
4:55 Sakhee's Secret At Whitsbury Manor Stud Handicap Flat · Class 2 · 7f · 17 ran
1. 12. Plum Pudding (IRE)10/1Won by a length · J: Ryan Moore · T: Richard Hannon Snr
2. 210. Signor Peltro (GB)9/1
3. 39. Slugger O'Toole (GB)14/1
4. 68. Furnace (IRE)9/2 fav
5:30 Thoroughbred Breeders Association Handicap Flat · Class 2 · 1m 4f · 11 ran
1. 19. Bandama (IRE)14/1Won by a neck · J: Tom Queally · T: Amanda Perrett
2. 23. Luberon (GB)12/1
3. 34. John Terry (IRE)20/1

Newmarket racecourse statistics →

Redcar Good · Turf · 8 races · Great Britain

Outright favs won 1 of 7 · Biggest winner 40/1

1:40 E.B.F. Maiden Fillies' Stakes (Div 1) Flat · Class 5 · 6f · 14 ran
1. 19. Mythicism (GB)9/2Won by a neck · J: Paul Mulrennan · T: Bryan Smart
2. 214. Timeless Dream (GB)9/2
3. 36. Makaykla (GB)8/1
4. 122. Dahama (GB)10/3 fav
2:10 Sawfish Software Ladies' Handicap Flat · Class 6 · 1m 2f · 15 ran
1. 110. Neon Blue (GB)10/1Won by a neck · J: Amy Ryan · T: Richard Whitaker
2. 215. Thornaby Green (GB)9/1
3. 39. Emperor's Well (GB)14/1
4. 54. Polish Corridor (GB)7/2 fav
2:45 Redcar Conference Centre Claiming Stakes Flat · Class 6 · 7f · 20 ran
1. 114. Digit (GB)7/2 favWon by 1¼ lengths · J: Silvestre De Sousa · T: Bryan Smart
2. 22. Flyit (IRE)7/1
3. 36. Skruton (IRE)7/1
3:20 E.B.F. Maiden Fillies' Stakes (Div 2) Flat · Class 5 · 6f · 13 ran
1. 18. Impressible (GB)7/2Won by half a length · J: David Allan · T: Eric Alston
2. 210. Lily Jicaro (IRE)12/1
3. 312. Real Diamond (GB)10/1
4. 77. Forgotten Dreams (IRE)2/1 fav
3:55 Market Cross Jewellers Median Auction Maiden Stakes Flat · Class 6 · 1m · 20 ran
1. 118. Shady Lady (IRE)12/1Won by 2 lengths · J: Greg Fairley · T: Mark Johnston
2. 219. Storming Sioux (GB)11/1
3. 38. Popiel (GB)5/6 fav
4:30 Sam Hall Memorial Handicap Flat · Class 5 · 1m 6f 19y · 12 ran
1. 113. Bollin Greta (GB)5/1Won by a neck · J: David Allan · T: Tim Easterby
2. 24. Motarid (USA)10/1
3. 312. Garra Molly (IRE)11/2
5:05 Redcarracing.co.uk Maiden Stakes Flat · Class 5 · 6f · 18 ran
1. 14. Medici Time (GB)40/1Won by 1½ lengths · J: David Allan · T: Tim Easterby
2. 28. Taqdeyr (GB)8/13 fav
3. 33. Liberty Ship (GB)16/1
5:40 Thanks & See You Next Season Handicap Flat · Class 5 · 7f · 20 ran
1. 14. Strawberry Moon (IRE)6/1Won by a head · J: Paul Mulrennan · T: Bryan Smart
2. 216. Top Tribute (GB)40/1
3. 310. Bertie Vista (GB)16/1
4. 71. Apollo Shark (IRE)7/2 fav

Redcar racecourse statistics →

Saint-Cloud (FR) Soft · Turf · 8 races · France

Outright favs won 0 of 1

12:50 Prix Mongolie (Maiden) (Fillies) Flat · 1m 2f · 4 ran
1. 15. Onega Lake (IRE)Won by a head · J: Anthony Crastus · T: E Lellouche
2. 22. Kahya Springs (FR)
3. 37. Card In Hand (FR)
1:20 Prix alaindelonstore.com (Prix des Lionnes) (Lady Amateurs) Flat · 1m2½f · 3 ran
1. 13. Bedaly (FR)Won by a length · J: Mme Csilla Hennel De Beaupreau · T: A Bonin
2. 22. Sham Risk (FR)
3. 36. Silverlord (FR)3/1
1:50 Prix Matchless (Maiden) (Colts & Geldings) Flat · 1m 2f · 3 ran
1. 11. Blaze Of Fire (GB)Won by 2½ lengths · J: Stephane Pasquier · T: Mme Christiane Head
2. 22. Ashkar (FR)
3. 37. Voodoo's Son (FR)
2:20 Prix Brantome Flat · 1m2½f · 3 ran
1. 13. Shadiyna (IRE)Won by a head · J: Christophe Soumillon · T: A De Royer-Dupre
2. 24. Courageuse (FR)
3. 37. Cosmic Fire (FR)
2:50 Prix des Acacias (Handicap) Flat · 7f · 4 ran
1. 17. Royal Pennekamp (FR)Won by 2 lengths · J: William Mongil · T: B Dutruel
2. 29. Salut Thomas (FR)
3. 32. Hot Spot (FR)
3:20 Prix de Longpre (Claimer) (Apprentices) Flat · 1m 6f · 3 ran
1. 113. Loumarie Jo (FR)Won by 2½ lengths · J: Anthony Caramanolis · T: R Caget
2. 25. Princesse Celine (FR)
3. 311. Un Rendez Vous (FR)
3:50 Prix de Huez (Handicap) Flat · 1m 7f · 3 ran
1. 112. Pateese (FR)Won by a head · J: Erwan Bureller · T: M Delzangles
2. 214. Fairspiel (FR)
3. 33. Royal Bere (FR)
4:20 Prix des Ormes (Handicap) Flat · 7f · 3 ran
1. 11. Surtsey (FR)Won by a head · J: Gregory Benoist · T: Mme V Dissaux
2. 29. Theorique (FR)
3. 310. Dehradoun (GB)

Saint-Cloud racecourse statistics →

Tipperary Heavy · Turf · 6 races · Ireland

Outright favs won 3 of 5 · Biggest winner 10/1

2:10 Tipperary Supporters Club 2009 Race Flat · 7f 100y · 5 ran
1. 11. Nafaath (IRE)6/4Won by a neck · J: Declan McDonogh · T: Kevin Prendergast
2. 25. Rockhampton (IRE)7/1
3. 34. Maurice Utrillo (IRE)4/5 fav
2:40 Irish Stallion Farms EBF Fillies Maiden Flat · 7f 100y · 11 ran
1. 11. A Girl (IRE)2/5 favWon by 1¾ lengths · J: Mick Kinane · T: John M Oxx
2. 27. Lady Excel (IRE)33/1
3. 34. Frosted Grape (IRE)33/1
3:15 Limerick Junction Handicap (45-60) (Div 1) Flat · 7f 100y · 14 ran
1. 11. Braddock (IRE)11/4 favWon by 3½ lengths · J: Seamie Heffernan · T: S Donohoe
2. 210. Titus Academy (IRE)7/1
3. 38. Star Of The Sea (IRE)7/1
3:50 Limerick Junction Handicap (45-60) (Div 2) Flat · 7f 100y · 14 ran
1. 112. Bolt Up (IRE)10/1Won by 8 lengths · J: Danny Grant · T: Patrick J Flynn
2. 26. Yodollah (IRE)10/1
3. 313. Think Of Others (IRE)9/1
4:20 Tipperary Racecourse Finale 2008 Handicap (60-90) Flat · 1m 4f · 12 ran
1. 17. Loco Grande (IRE)6/1Won by half a length · J: Wayne Lordan · T: T Stack
2. 25. Shamiran (IRE)3/1 fav
3. 33. Chevalier Country (IRE)16/1
4:50 Ladies QR Association Ladies Handicap (45-60) Flat · 1m 6f · 14 ran
1. 14. Roll Over Rover (IRE)3/1 favWon by three-quarters of a length · J: Ms N Carberry · T: Noel Meade
2. 23. President Dan (GB)8/1
3. 314. Stella Matutina (IRE)16/1

Tipperary racecourse statistics →

The day in numbers

From the stored results of 53 races. A favourite here is the outright favourite at starting price — the shortest SP with no other horse at that price; joint favourites are counted separately.

Outright favourites12 of 39 won30.8% · 39 races had one
The long run34.2% winOutright favourites across every race in our archive — 96,834 of 283,117, as at 3 October 2026
£1 on every outright favouriteA profit of £1.40Staked £39.00, returned £40.40 at SP
Biggest-priced winnerCharlie Farnsbarns (IRE) 50/1The 3:10 Georgia House Stud Darley Stakes at Newmarket
Joint favourites1 of 14 won7.1% · 7 races had joint favourites

Meeting	Fav won	Fav ran	Races	Joint
Cheltenham	1	5	7	0 of 4 won
Dundalk (AW)	3	6	7	1 of 2 won
Kempton (AW)	2	7	8	0 of 2 won
Newmarket	2	8	9	0 of 2 won
Redcar	1	7	8	0 of 2 won
Saint-Cloud (FR)	0	1	8	—
Tipperary	3	5	6	0 of 2 won

One day is a tiny sample; the long-run line is the comparison. 7 races have no favourite identified — no starting prices are stored for them. 8 winners have no stored starting price and cannot be ranked by price. Figures are facts from the result, not a tip.

Quick answers

What horse racing was on 17 October 2008?: 53 races across 7 meetings were run on 17 October 2008: Cheltenham (7 races), Dundalk (AW) (7 races), Kempton (AW) (8 races), Newmarket (9 races), Redcar (8 races), Saint-Cloud (FR) (8 races) and Tipperary (6 races). That is Cheltenham, Kempton (AW), Newmarket and Redcar in Great Britain; Dundalk (AW) and Tipperary in Ireland; Saint-Cloud (FR) in France. KTB's archive covers British, Irish and French racing; every result and every runner from these meetings is on this page.
What was the going at each meeting on 17 October 2008?: Cheltenham: Good (Turf); Dundalk (AW): Standard (AW); Kempton (AW): Standard (AW); Newmarket: Good (Turf); Redcar: Good (Turf); Saint-Cloud (FR): Soft (Turf); Tipperary: Heavy (Turf).
How did the favourites do on 17 October 2008?: Outright favourites won 12 of 39 on 17 October 2008 (30.8%); joint favourites won 1 of 14. £1 on every outright favourite would have staked £39.00 and returned £40.40 — a profit of £1.40. Across every race in KTB's archive, outright favourites win 34.2% of the time (96,834 of 283,117 favourites, as at 3 October 2026). The biggest-priced winner was Charlie Farnsbarns (IRE) at 50/1 in the 3:10 Georgia House Stud Darley Stakes at Newmarket.
What was the feature race on 17 October 2008?: The feature race was the 3:10 Georgia House Stud Darley Stakes (Group 3) (Group 3) at Newmarket, won by Charlie Farnsbarns (IRE) (50/1).
What time was the first race on 17 October 2008?: The first race was the 12:50 Prix Mongolie at Saint-Cloud (FR); the last was the 9:40 Roma For Authentic Mediterranean Goodness Handicap at Dundalk (AW).