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There are 36 Races Today across 5 meetings. There are 7 races at Kempton, 7 races at Punchestown, 7 races at Ludlow, 6 races at Sedgefield, 9 races at Newcastle, use Tomform to help you find a winner.

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12:28 Punchestown 24f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
10	10 (10) (9/4 +25%) The Goffer	2.25 9/4(+25%)	(10) The Goffer 9/4, Ran to form when beaten 7l in the Hunters Chase at Down Royal last time. A top jockey is back on board, he is effective over 2 1/2m-3 1/2m and is generally consistent, though not the easiest to win with. C&D second in November; Jack Kennedy rides for the first time in this discipline.
3	3 (3) (5/2 -11%) Vanillier	2.5 5/2(-11%)	(3) Vanillier 5/2, Won this race last year and ran to form when beaten 8 1/4l into third in a handicap chase at Haydock last time, despite almost falling mid-race. Effective over 3m-4m2f and acts on soft and good ground. Strong claims once again. Last year's winner but age may be catching up with him; still respected.
6	6 (6) (7/2 -5%) Conflated	3.5 7/2(-5%)	(6) Conflated 7/2, A dual Grade 1 winner who ran to form when second, beaten 6l, in the Open Point at Tyrella last time. Tongue-tie applied for the first time, effective at 3m and acts with cut, while unexposed in this sphere. Former Grade 1 winner yet to convince in this discipline; Jack Kennedy prefers The Goffer.
8	8 (8) (4/1 -14%) Fakir D'oudairies	4 4/1(-14%)	(8) Fakir D'oudairies 4/1, A four-time Grade 1 winner whose yard has won three of the last five runnings of this race. Slightly below form when beaten 9l into third in the Ladies Open Point at Moig South last time, having been off a short break. Drops in class and big chance if stamina holds up. High-class 2m4f chaser in his day; hard to assess what level of ability he has now.
2	2 (2) (6/1 +57%) Shannon Royale	6 6/1(+57%)	(2) Shannon Royale 6/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Cheltenham last time, having failed to jump or travel with fluency. Enjoys making the running, is effective at 3m and acts with cut, but remains inconsistent. Bled at Cheltenham last time; questions to answer on cross-country debut.
11	11 (11) (14/1 +13%) Three By Two	14 14/1(+13%)	(11) Three By Two 14/1, Unable to dominate when well beaten in a handicap chase at Thurles last time. A thorough stayer for whom further is better, she is suited by a sound surface, acts on yielding and soft ground, but remains inconsistent. Invariably runs well here but still looks to have a fair bit to find.
4	4 (4) (20/1 +20%) Vaureal	20 20/1(+20%)	(4) Vaureal 20/1, Too free over the longer trip in a strongly run handicap chase at Leopardstown last time and did not stay, finishing well beaten. Likely wants some give in the ground and around 2 1/2m, having shown fair form previously. Fairyhouse winner two starts ago but lots to find on conventional ratings.
7	7 (7) (33/1 +0%) Empire Soldier	33 33/1(+0%)	(7) Empire Soldier 33/1, Ran to form when second, beaten a neck, in the Winner Of Two Point at Ballycrystal last time. Yet to show anything under Rules and needs to translate point-to-point form to this level. Pulled up after never counting in last year's La Touche, his only start under rules.
5	5 (5) (40/1 +39%) Cavalry Master	40 40/1(+39%)	(5) Cavalry Master 40/1, Departed mid-race on his latest start in a point. Effective at around 3m, but arrives out of form and needs to show a return to his better efforts. Veteran tailed off in this last year and recent form not encouraging.
1	1 (1) (66/1 +0%) Grange Soldier	66 66/1(+0%)	(1) Grange Soldier 66/1, Ran to form when beaten 14l into third in a conditions race at Tinahely on his most recent run. Effective at 3m and acts on yielding ground, but his overall profile remains inconsistent. Recent form leaves him with a lot to find in this company.
9	9 (9) (66/1 +0%) Lough Derg Spirit	66 66/1(+0%)	(9) Lough Derg Spirit 66/1, Unseated in the Conditions Chase here last time. Returns from a short break and needs to prove he is still at level he showed in 2023. Former Aintree Foxhunters third hard to consider on recent form.

LTO Selection:

Vanillier won this race in impressive fashion last year and the following month had THE GOFFER about a length behind when an unlucky third to Stumptown at the Cheltenham Festival. The Gavin Cromwell-trained grey has been generally disappointing since and The Goffer comprehensively turned the tables over this course in November when second to Desertmore House, with Three By Two about 20 lengths behind in fourth. Conflated and Fakir D'Oudairies are both Grade 1 winners over fences, but have failed to score in point-to-points this term and appear a shadow of their peak ability.

Some former classy chasers in the field but Jack Kennedy's preference for THE GOFFER looks significant

12:28 Punchestown 24f PREDICTION SIMULATION

12:50 Kempton (Class 6) 8f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 (1) (7/4 +0%) Mbappe	1.75 7/4(+0%)	(1) Mbappe 7/4, Back to best when landing a handicap by 1/2l off a 5lb lower mark here last time. Cheekpieces are worn for the first time. Effective at 7-8f and remains on a fair mark if building on that latest run. Justified favouritism over C&D last week; remains well treated on historical data.
5	5 (5) (10/3 +33%) Galaxy Wonder	3.333333 10/3(+33%)	(5) Galaxy Wonder 10/3, Bit keen but ran to form when fourth, beaten 2 1/4l off 59 last time, and runs from the same mark here. Effective at 7-10f, with the longer distances suiting better. Has form figures of 314 since joining new yard and racing in AW handicaps; player.
8	8 (8) (11/2 +0%) Brinton	5.5 11/2(+0%)	(8) Brinton 11/2, Ran to form despite a slow start when beaten 1/2l off a 2lb lower mark at Chelmsford last time. Effective at 8/9f and capable of going well again if breaking more cleanly. Largely consistent on AW; half-length second at Chelmsford most recently; solid.
2	2 (2) (15/2 +25%) Masqool	7.5 15/2(+25%)	(2) Masqool 15/2, Below form when dropping in trip, beaten 9 1/2l in a handicap at Wolverhampton last time. Effective at 8-10f and now returns to his last winning mark. Multiple winner for James Evans; debut for new stable (remains in same ownership).
4	4 (4) (15/2 +17%) Berning Hot	7.5 15/2(+17%)	(4) Berning Hot 15/2, Ran to form when beaten 2l off this mark here last time. Suited by 7/8f and capable of going well again off the same rating under similar conditions. Ran well behind Mbappe last week and the revised terms give her a fighting chance.
6	6 (6) (15/2 +17%) Age Of Time	7.5 15/2(+17%)	(6) Age Of Time 15/2, Bit keen but took a step back in the right direction when fourth, beaten 4 1/2l, in a handicap at Chelmsford latest. Drawn wide and effective at 9-11f, though inconsistent. Gives the impression this return to shorter is worth a go; competitively weighted.
7	7 (7) (9/1 +25%) Johnjay	9 9/1(+25%)	(7) Johnjay 9/1, Far too keen when upped in trip and beaten 4l in a handicap at Lingfield last time. Hood is worn for the first time, the trainer is in form, and a drop back to 7/8f looks a plus. Returns to his optimum distance in this second start for new stable.
10	10 (10) (14/1 +13%) Marchetti	14 14/1(+13%)	(10) Marchetti 14/1, Found little when beaten 7l in a handicap here last time. Effective at 8-10f but has shown limited recent form and is hard to fancy on what has been seen lately. Poor strike-rate; cut little ice in the C&D contest won by Mbappe last week.
9	9 (9) (20/1 +20%) Port Noir	20 20/1(+20%)	(9) Port Noir 20/1, Drawn wide and again below form when beaten 5 1/2l in a classified race at Wolverhampton last time. Effective at 8-10f but has lost form and has plenty to prove. All AW wins at Wolverhampton; out of sorts of late; enough to prove.

LTO Selection:

MBAPPE met trouble in running in his two starts prior to getting the upper hand over C&D last week. He could be tough to overhaul again, with Donagh Murphy's 5lb claim negating the mandatory penalty for that success. Berning Hot was less than two lengths back in third and has a feasible chance of turning the form around if mustering a little extra. Brinton and Galaxy Wonder are other old rivals who can have a say.

Several runners tie in with each other on recent form. GALAXY WONDER is among the least exposed on AW.

12:50 Kempton (Class 6) 8f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:03 Punchestown 22f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
4	4 (4) (2/1 +43%) Crecora Hills	2 2/1(+43%)	(4) Crecora Hills 2/1, Scored by 5l off an 11lb lower mark at Naas on her penultimate start. Effective at around 2 1/2m, acts with cut, and may have more to offer over middle to staying trips. Decent run over 2m4f here last time; same mark today up in trip and a player if staying.
6	6 (6) (11/4 +21%) Sophia Rose	2.75 11/4(+21%)	(6) Sophia Rose 11/4, From a yard that won this race last year, she ran to form on handicap debut when fourth, beaten 4 1/4l, at Limerick last time, probably unsuited by the drop in trip. Effective at 2m4f and in good form. Big player back up in distance. Probably found 2m1f a bit short at Limerick last time and could do better up to this trip.
2	2 (2) (3/1 -20%) Gaoth Chuil	3 3/1(-20%)	(2) Gaoth Chuil 3/1, Travelled well but did not find much when comfortably held in a beginners chase at Naas last time, needing the run. Effective at 2 1/2m to 3m and unlucky to remain a maiden over fences. Opening mark looks generous and can take advantage. Disappointing last time on comeback but may have improved since and can't be ruled out.
1	1 (1) (4/1 +33%) Nine Graces	4 4/1(+33%)	(1) Nine Graces 4/1, Took this race last year and returned to form back down in trip when comfortably held in a handicap chase here last time. Best at around 2 3/4m, suited by some give, but remains inconsistent. C&D winner ran well enough back here last time; is down 1lb so is worth considering.
3	3 (3) (7/1 -17%) Miss Pronunciation	7 7/1(-17%)	(3) Miss Pronunciation 7/1, Pulled up in a novice chase at Fairyhouse on her latest start. Effective over 2m to 2 1/2m, and her current mark looks about right judged on previous form. Pulled-up last time but has been dropped 2lb and has a shout on her best chase form.
5	5 (5) (14/1 -17%) Phils Choice	14 14/1(-17%)	(5) Phils Choice 14/1, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Limerick last time. Effective at around 2 1/2m, acts with cut, but has been inconsistent in her recent appearances. Well beaten last three starts and isn't easy to fancy until showing more spark.
7	7 (7) (22/1 -22%) Hardy Diamond	22 22/1(-22%)	(7) Hardy Diamond 22/1, Found the ground too soft when well beaten in a handicap chase at Fairyhouse last time. Effective up to 3m1f and suited by a sound surface, but her form has tailed off. Has been soundly beaten since last win and this ground looks too testing.

LTO Selection:

CRECORA HILLS won a Naas handicap hurdle and opened her account over fences at the same track when readily taking a 2m4f handicap in November. She was subsequently placed here off her revised mark and may have been found a decent opportunity to add to her tally. Nine Graces has won over hurdles and fences at this venue, including an impressive success over a similar trip early last year. She indicated a return to form here last month and may pose more of a threat than Sophia Rose, who steps up in trip after a creditable fourth at the Limerick Christmas meeting. Gaoth Chuil is another to consider.

Last seen running on over 2m1f at Limerick, SOPHIA ROSE(nap) could now get off the mark over fences raised in trip.

13:03 Punchestown 22f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:13 Ludlow (Class 4) 15f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 (1) (2/1 +60%) Down To Business	2 2/1(+60%)	(1) Down To Business 2/1, Was a bit keen but ran to form when fourth, beaten 11l, in a 4yo hurdle at Ascot last time, just tiring late on ground softer than ideal. Effective at 2m over hurdles and has a chance for an in-form yard. A maiden with ability; needs to settle better but this sharp track could benefit him.
6	6 (6) (11/4 +45%) Talakan	2.75 11/4(+45%)	(6) Talakan 11/4, Finished strongly on a very promising debut when third, beaten 8/1l, in a 4yo hurdle at Ascot last time. Effective at 2m and acts on soft ground. More to come judged on French Flat form. Flat winner in France; encouraging third on hurdling debut at Ascot last month (soft).
3	3 (3) (3/1 -9%) King Al	3 3/1(-9%)	(3) King Al 3/1, Ran to form when second, beaten 4/1l, in a 4yo hurdle at Kempton last time. Effective at 2m and acts with cut. In form and should find a race soon over hurdles. Dual Flat winner who has made a bright start over hurdles; met a good one last time.
7	7 (7) (3/1 -100%) Wolf Rayet	3 3/1(-100%)	(7) Wolf Rayet 3/1, Was short of room and flattened out up the hill but improved from debut when fourth, beaten 11l, in a juvenile hurdle at Cheltenham last time. Off a short break and stays 2m over hurdles. A repeat of his fourth at Cheltenham would give him every chance at this level.
2	2 (2) (15/2 +0%) Gallivanted	7.5 15/2(+0%)	(2) Gallivanted 15/2, The yard won this race last year. Improved to get off the mark when upped in trip, winning a maiden at Kempton by a neck last time. Trainer is in form, had a wind operation, and brings potential to hurdles. Lightly raced on the Flat, last seen winning a 1m4f maiden on the AW last May.
5	5 (5) (9/1 +36%) Madame De Labrunie	9 9/1(+36%)	(5) Madame De Labrunie 9/1, Stepped up on her British debut when a 7l third in a juvenile hurdle at Taunton on her most recent run. Effective at 2m and suited by cut. Has a chance in this. Latest third at Taunton is below the level that some in here have achieved.
8	8 (8) (50/1 -25%) Silvereen	50 50/1(-25%)	(8) Silvereen 50/1, Ran to a similar level to her debut when well beaten in a juvenile bumper at Hereford last time. Effective at 2m. Improvement is possible now she switches to hurdling. Comfortably held in two bumpers, on good ground here and then soft at Hereford.
4	4 (4) (200/1 +0%) Lasswade	200 200/1(+0%)	(4) Lasswade 200/1, Was too keen and below form when beaten 9/1l in a handicap at Lingfield last time. Hood is fitted for the first time. Has shown little on the Flat and is hard to make a case for on hurdles debut. Very limited maiden on the Flat (0-11) and makes no real appeal on this change of codes.

LTO Selection:

WOLF RAYET proved his 40/1 Chepstow second was no fluke when running well for fourth in a good contest at Cheltenham. He holds a Triumph Hurdle entry and although that seems fanciful at this stage, victory here would mean he wouldn't look out of place in something like the Fred Winter. King Al chased home a classy juvenile at Kempton and is feared most, and Down To Business has also shown enough to warrant an interest. Gallivanted is rated 79 on the level and has joined Harry Derham after changing hands for 70,000gns.

A few have chances in a decent juvenile hurdle but WOLF RAYET's fourth at Cheltenham is well worth an upgrade.

13:13 Ludlow (Class 4) 15f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:25 Kempton (Class 4) 8f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
12	12 (12) (9/4 +10%) Too Hot To Tango	2.25 9/4(+10%)	(12) Too Hot To Tango 9/4, Ran to form when second beaten 2 1/2l in a novice at Southwell latest; off a short-break; effective at 7f, acts on G and AW; solid claims stepping back up in trip. Largely consistent maiden last term, latterly switched to AW; solid claims on reappearance.
11	11 (11) (3/1 -20%) Star Obsession	3 3/1(-20%)	(11) Star Obsession 3/1, Fair effort over an inadequate trip beaten 6l in a maiden at Wolverhampton on debut; hood first time; wide draw; middle-distance bred; big, quite attractive sort, will improve plenty. Nicely bred and looks likely to improve on her Wolverhampton effort.
1	1 (1) (9/2 +25%) Bronte Beach	4.5 9/2(+25%)	(1) Bronte Beach 9/2, Late gains after a slow start 8 1/2l fourth in a maiden at Chelmsford first-time out; effective 10f on AW; ex-Godolphin, drop in trip not certain to suit on stable debut. Showed some promise over 1m2f at Chelmsford in sole start for the Gosdens.
3	3 (3) (9/2 +25%) Nuptown Girl	4.5 9/2(+25%)	(3) Nuptown Girl 9/2, Too much to do off a break and arguably should have won when second beaten 3/4l in a novice at Southwell latest; usually held up; effective 8-10f, acts on a sound surface; back to form after a layoff and could be a bit more to come. Ran well at Southwell on stable/seasonal debut; likely player if that form is backed up.
2	2 (2) (11/2 -22%) Glistening	5.5 11/2(-22%)	(2) Glistening 11/2, Not best of runs, bit wide, below form tried in blinkers beaten 8l in a maiden here last time; top course jockey; effective 7/8f at 2yo, acts on S and GF; ex-Juddmonte, bit to prove, including on AW. Sets the standard on best 2yo efforts; much less convincing on 2025 form; stable debut.
5	5 (5) (10/1 +17%) Alice De Clare	10 10/1(+17%)	(5) Alice De Clare 10/1, Space Blues filly and second foal out of a dam who was a German 9.5f and 1m2f winner. Probably best watched on debut, with the yard's runners usually improving for a run. Debutante by Space Blues out of a German winner; market instructive.
8	8 (8) (12/1 +40%) Naana's Crystal	12 12/1(+40%)	(8) Naana's Crystal 12/1, Made a modest debut when beaten 9l in a maiden at Leicester. Returns from a break, is bred for 8-10f, and needs to improve. Never landed a blow at Leicester in sole outing for Alice Haynes.
7	7 (7) (25/1 -56%) Darn Hot Dame	25 25/1(-56%)	(7) Darn Hot Dame 25/1, Improved up in trip when fourth, beaten 4l, in a novice at Southwell latest. Middle-distance bred and effective on all-weather; a big filly who may have more to come, perhaps over further. Fared better upped to 1m at Southwell but pedigree suggests she may need further still.
10	10 (10) (66/1 +0%) Song Of The Stars	66 66/1(+0%)	(10) Song Of The Stars 66/1, Made minor late headway but looked to want further when beaten 7 1/2l in a maiden here last time. Drawn wide again and shapes as though 10f or further will suit. Handicaps more suitable shortly.
4	4 (4) (150/1 +25%) Whisper Of Mist	150 150/1(+25%)	(4) Whisper Of Mist 150/1, Moderate effort when well beaten in a maiden here on her only start to date. Has a wide draw, is speedily bred, and has plenty to prove. Last of 13 in C&D maiden.
9	9 (9) (200/1 +0%) Quatro Netas	200 200/1(+0%)	(9) Quatro Netas 200/1, Has yet to show any real signs of ability and is returning from a break. There is some speed in the pedigree, and she may not want further than 7f. No form claims.

LTO Selection:

TOO HOT TO TANGO has already been placed three times and staying in novice company can help Hughie Morrison's consistent filly get off the mark. Nuptown Girl is respected after a close second on her debut for Ian Williams in a similar race at Southwell. A repeat of that should see her in the mix. Bronte Beach, who was picked up cheaply by Archie Watson from Godolphin, can also figure with a step forward from her sole start for the Gosdens last year.

The reasonably consistent TOO HOT TO TANGO is a particularly solid option among the main form contenders.

13:25 Kempton (Class 4) 8f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:32 Sedgefield (Class 4) 19f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
10	10 (10) (5/4 +33%) Division Day	1.25 5/4(+33%)	(10) Division Day 5/4, Had too much to do behind an all-the-way winner but improved when second, beaten 5l, in a novice hurdle at Doncaster latest behind useful rival. Effective at 2m and progressing over hurdles. Kept on well to snatch second at Doncaster (2m) recently; leading contender over new trip.
7	7 (7) (7/4 +36%) Swingingonthesteel	1.75 7/4(+36%)	(7) Swingingonthesteel 7/4, Green and made mistakes but needed the run when fourth, beaten 13l, in a maiden hurdle here latest. Hood on first time, effective at 2m, and looked a gelding going places in bumpers. Dual bumper winner; flopped when 4-9 for hurdle debut here in November; can do better.
9	9 (9) (9/1 -100%) Shinealight	9 9/1(-100%)	(9) Shinealight 9/1, Below debut form when well beaten up in trip in a maiden hurdle at Newcastle latest. Effective at 2 1/2m, a point winner, and may be one better suited to handicaps. Positives can be taken from both his hurdle runs; considered each-way.
4	4 (4) (18/1 +18%) Intenzo	18 18/1(+18%)	(4) Intenzo 18/1, Ran to form when fourth, beaten 20l, in a maiden hurdle at Newcastle latest. Effective at 2m and progressing for a new yard, but probably one for handicaps in due course. Displayed clear promise when making the frame in two maidens last month; up in trip here.
5	5 (5) (18/1 -100%) Noble George	18 18/1(-100%)	(5) Noble George 18/1, Outpaced and looked in need of a stiffer test when comfortably held in a maiden hurdle at Newcastle last time. Effective at 2m1f and may have more to offer now upped in trip. Third of five here on hurdle debut but the form is modest; well held since.
6	6 (6) (22/1 -22%) Sioux Falls	22 22/1(-22%)	(6) Sioux Falls 22/1, Green and made mistakes but ran to form when fourth, beaten 25l, in a novice hurdle at Taunton latest. A point winner who looks a strong stayer under rules. Slightly disappointing at Taunton last month but made promising hurdle debut in November.
8	8 (8) (40/1 -21%) Tea Boy	40 40/1(-21%)	(8) Tea Boy 40/1, Green and made mistakes when down the field in a novice hurdle at Wetherby most recently, possibly finding conditions too testing. Effective at 2m, with bumper form franked, but needs to bounce back. Lacked fluency and was always behind on hurdle debut at Wetherby in December.
2	2 (2) (66/1 -32%) Fearless Dragon	66 66/1(-32%)	(2) Fearless Dragon 66/1, Green in front and found nothing when well beaten in a bumper at Catterick on his only start. Returns from a long layoff and has plenty to prove on his hurdling debut. Tailed off in five-runner Catterick bumper a year ago and not seen since.
1	1 (1) (100/1 +0%) Art Dancer	100 100/1(+0%)	(1) Art Dancer 100/1, Too green to show anything when down the field on debut in a maiden hurdle at Newcastle most recently. Effective at 2m and showed promise in bumpers, but must leave that debut hurdle form well behind. Struggled when 80-1 for Newcastle maiden hurdle three weeks ago; up from 2m1f today.

LTO Selection:

Point winner Follow Your Luck changed hands for 90,000 pounds last April and the booking of Brian Hughes is noteworthy. Division Day outran his odds to finish second at Doncaster and is respected, but it may pay to side with SWINGINGONTHESTEEL. Rebecca Menzies' gelding was sent off at long odds-on when disappointing in fourth over 2m1f here in November, but that is unlikely to be his true running and the dual bumper winner can make amends.

Brian Ellison's DIVISION DAY caught the eye when running on well to take second over 2m at Doncaster last month and gets the nod.

13:32 Sedgefield (Class 4) 19f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:38 Punchestown 16f - 14 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
4	4 (4) (1/1 +27%) Speculateur	1 1/1(+27%)	(4) Speculateur 1/1, Very promising debut when second, beaten 6l, in a maiden hurdle at Clonmel latest, with a positive ride suiting well. Beaten by a potentially classy rival that day. A point winner who knew his job first time and looks in the mix. Recent Clonmel second on heavy makes him a major player.
8	8 (8) (6/5 -50%) Too Bossy For Us	1.2 6/5(-50%)	(8) Too Bossy For Us 6/5, Below form when finishing down the field in the Irish Cesarewitch at The Curragh most recent. Useful dual purpose performer ran well in the Triumph last term. Wears a tongue-tie for the first time and returns from a break as the speed and form selection; should outclass his rivals. Last year's Triumph seventh probably the one to beat if handling the conditions.
14	14 (14) (13/2 +7%) Mino Des Mottes	6.5 13/2(+7%)	(14) Mino Des Mottes 13/2, Ran to form when comfortably held in a graduation hurdle here last time. A French bumper winner who is effective at 2m and improvement is likely. French bumper winner; didn't get home in testing conditions on latest C&D run.
12	12 (12) (15/2 +25%) Forceonmyown	7.5 15/2(+25%)	(12) Forceonmyown 15/2, Bit below debut form when beaten 40l into third in a graduation hurdle here most recently. A point and bumper winner who could bounce back. Hasn't looked to stay 2m4f both attempts hurdling; back in trip now.
3	3 (3) (11/1 +8%) Old Saxony	11 11/1(+8%)	(3) Old Saxony 11/1, Ran to form when winning a handicap on the Flat at Southwell by 3 1/2l last time. That came after a long absence and this represents a different test. Market may prove best guide on hurdle/stable debut. Southwell winner for David Simcock; long absent and best watched on hurdles debut.
5	5 (5) (40/1 +39%) Themorethemerrier	40 40/1(+39%)	(5) Themorethemerrier 40/1, Improved a little for debut experience when comfortably held in a maiden hurdle here last time. Comes here off a short break and is likely to need more time and handicaps. C&D run in December was a step up from debut effort but good bit more likely needed here.
1	1 (1) (66/1 +34%) Embrace The Day	66 66/1(+34%)	(1) Embrace The Day 66/1, Failed to build on debut when finishing down the field in a maiden hurdle at Naas last time. A point winner from a top yard, but may need further and looks more one for handicaps. Points' winner but both maiden hurdle efforts moderate.
6	6 (6) (66/1 +34%) Thewaybackhome	66 66/1(+34%)	(6) Thewaybackhome 66/1, Improved a little from debut when well beaten in an auction hurdle at Gowran Park latest. The trainer is in form and he showed some promise in points, but needs more under rules. Well held both maiden hurdle runs and looks more of a handicap project.
13	13 (13) (66/1 +34%) The Fly Window	66 66/1(+34%)	(13) The Fly Window 66/1, Modest debut when finishing down the field in a maiden hurdle at Naas most recently. Showed little in points or bumpers and may want further in time. Mild bumper promise here in December but hurdles run since was tame.
15	15 (15) (66/1 +34%) Royal Belief	66 66/1(+34%)	(15) Royal Belief 66/1, Never threatened when finishing down the field in a graduation hurdle here most recently. Effective at 2m and should improve once going handicapping. Modest Flat maiden and two maiden hurdle runs don't suggest he'll feature here.
7	7 (7) (66/1 0%) Thisain'tthat	66 66/1(0%)	(7) Thisain'tthat 66/1, Vendangeur gelding; half-brother to Feivel, very useful at 22f over hurdles and fences with cut in the ground; may just need this initial expeirence. Half-brother to several hurdle/chase winners; dam unraced; best watched on debut.
2	2 (2) (100/1 +0%) Live Your Dreams	100 100/1(+0%)	(2) Live Your Dreams 100/1, Never in the race when finishing down the field in a maiden hurdle at Navan most recently. Has plenty to prove on what has been shown so far. Hasn't counted and beaten a long way in maidens at Down Royal and Navan.
9	9 (9) (100/1 +0%) Your Out Of Line	100 100/1(+0%)	(9) Your Out Of Line 100/1, Poor debut when finishing down the field in a maiden hurdle at Leopardstown most recently. Stamina remains to be proven. Too keen when tailed off on hurdles debut at Leopardstown over Christmas and now hooded.
11	11 (11) (150/1 -20%) Ballinaboola Gold	150 150/1(-20%)	(11) Ballinaboola Gold 150/1, Again ran to a moderate level when well beaten in a maiden hurdle at Clonmel latest. Looks the type who may do better once going handicapping. Well held in two bumpers and twice in maiden hurdles; easily overlooked.

LTO Selection:

TOO BOSSY FOR US earned a rating in the 90s on the Flat and gained hurdling experience when far from disgraced in Grade 1 company last spring. The son of Golden Horn was placed in the valuable Petingo Handicap over 1m5f at Leopardstown in September and was also a creditable seventh on his jumping debut in the Triumph Hurdle. Speculateur won a point-to-point for Colin Bowe and filled the runner-up spot behind the selection's stablemate King Of Aces when switched to hurdles at Clonmel last month. Old Saxony has been absent since winning on the Flat for David Simcock in 2024, while Mino Des Mottes and Forceonmyown appear the pick of the remainder.

Supreme and Turners Novices entry TOO BOSSY FOR US should win if handling the conditions

13:38 Punchestown 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:48 Ludlow (Class 4) 21f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 (1) (9/2 +25%) Afancy Getaway	4.5 9/2(+25%)	(1) Afancy Getaway 9/2, Point winner who was asked to do too much when upped in trip last time. Trainer is in form and first-time tongue-tie may help her settle better back at a more suitable distance. She'll need improvement in the tongue-tie if she's to win this.
9	9 (9) (7/1 +56%) No Flies On Her	7 7/1(+56%)	(9) No Flies On Her 7/1, Fell when weakening on her first hurdle start here. May improve for that experience but still has something to prove. On the retreat when falling two out over C&D before Christmas; bit to prove after that run.
2	2 (2) (14/1 +13%) Borna Gem	14 14/1(+13%)	(2) Borna Gem 14/1, Showed bumper-level ability when placed in a selling hurdle on her return. Capable over this sort of trip but faces a tougher task outside selling company. Back from an absence to finish a well-held third in a 2m4f seller a month ago.
8	8 (8) (14/1 +13%) Khutulun Khan	14 14/1(+13%)	(8) Khutulun Khan 14/1, Green on hurdles debut but has useful bumper form to her name. Should be capable of better with that experience behind her. Well held on hurdling debut at Fontwell after an absence; could be sharper here.
11	11 (11) (16/1 +84%) Warrioress	16 16/1(+84%)	(11) Warrioress 16/1, Pulled up on her hurdles debut but has point-to-point form over 3m. Likely capable of better than that initial run. Second in an Irish point but pulled up on hurdling debut when a 16-1 chance.
6	6 (6) (20/1 +20%) Jax Belle	20 20/1(+20%)	(6) Jax Belle 20/1, Improved markedly in cheekpieces when third in a mares' bumper. Now switches to hurdles and may progress further over this longer trip. Ran better in her second bumper at Fontwell but that's still ordinary form.
5	5 (5) (100/1 +0%) Feeling Frisky	100 100/1(+0%)	(5) Feeling Frisky 100/1, Well beaten in a handicap hurdle last time and returns from a break. Needs a significant bounce back to feature. 0-2 in bumpers and 0-4 over hurdles, and her third was remote; has no form claims.
10	10 (10) (250/1 -25%) Porridge	250 250/1(-25%)	(10) Porridge 250/1, Pulled up last time and remains well below a winning level. Hard to recommend on recent evidence. Pulled up at huge odds in two low-grade handicap hurdles this season (3m1f/3m2f).
12	12 (12) (250/1 -25%) Wishful Wings	250 250/1(-25%)	(12) Wishful Wings 250/1, Modest effort in novice hurdles so far. Effective in points but likely needs more time under rules. Impossible to make a form case after heavy defeats under rules.

LTO Selection:

It's fascinating that Willie Mullins sends DIAMOND DU BERLAIS over for her debut for the stable. The five-year-old has held her own in good company in France, was snapped up for 160,000 euros last summer and she is likely to prove a warm order. Afancy Getaway has yet to live up to her impressive point-to-point form since going hurdling, but cannot be written off yet. No Flies On Her could collect minor money.

A rare runner in Shropshire for Willie Mullins, it will be very disappointing if DIAMOND DU BERLAIS isn't too classy for these.

13:48 Ludlow (Class 4) 21f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:00 Kempton (Class 3) 8f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
6	6 (6) (13/8 +46%) The Lost King	1.625 13/8(+46%)	(6) The Lost King 13/8, Reappeared with an improved effort, strong at the finish down in trip when landing a handicap by a neck off a 1lb lower mark here last time. Capable of better back up in trip after a minimal rise. Lightly raced; gelded prior to Kempton success on reappearance; may well improve further.
10	10 (10) (4/1 +20%) High On Hope	4 4/1(+20%)	(10) High On Hope 4/1, Travelled well and was strong at the finish when running to form, landing a handicap by a length off a 4lb lower mark here last time. Effective at 7/8f on this surface and still on a workable mark in a hat-trick bid. C&D performance last time took his AW record to 23311; may progress further; shortlisted.
2	2 (2) (9/2 -13%) Popmaster	4.5 9/2(-13%)	(2) Popmaster 9/2, Ran to form down in trip when beaten a neck off this mark here last time. A top jockey is back on board, he is effective at 7/8f on this surface, and can go well again. Ties in with The Lost King on 7f running last time; yet to win over this longer trip.
1	1 (1) (9/2 +0%) Sovereign Sea	4.5 9/2(+0%)	(1) Sovereign Sea 9/2, Too keen and a bit below his best when fourth, beaten 8l, in a handicap at Leicester last time. Returning from a break with a wide draw, he is effective over 8-11f, and a drop in trip may suit on his return. 0-8 since debut win but is useful in terms of ability and may yet double his tally.
7	7 (7) (15/2 -15%) Unassuming	7.5 15/2(-15%)	(7) Unassuming 15/2, Ran to form in a new headgear combination when beaten 3l off this mark at Lingfield last time. Effective over 7-10f on this surface, she is consistent, but the drop to 8f is not certain to suit. Fairly useful mare; has remained in form since last success; frame possibilities.
3	3 (3) (11/1 +50%) James Mchenry	11 11/1(+50%)	(3) James Mchenry 11/1, Again below his 2024 best and may have needed the run when beaten 8l in a handicap at Newcastle last time. Effective over 7-10f on this surface, but might still need this. Runner-up in the 2024 Cambridgeshire; below form in two outings since.
4	4 (4) (12/1 -9%) Angel Hunter	12 12/1(-9%)	(4) Angel Hunter 12/1, Below form off a career-high mark when beaten 5l in a handicap here last time. A wide draw to contend with, but suited by 6-8f and was in good form prior to his latest run. Down the field over C&D last time, failing to back up his Southwell performance.
5	5 (5) (14/1 -56%) Nikovo	14 14/1(-56%)	(5) Nikovo 14/1, Back to form when beaten 1/2l off a 1lb lower mark at Newcastle last time. The trainer is in form, he is effective at 7/8f on this surface, and is capable off this mark. Peak form at Newcastle; including when back on song for a close second last time.
9	9 (9) (16/1 -14%) I Still Have Faith	16 16/1(-14%)	(9) I Still Have Faith 16/1, Below form when failing to stay up in trip and finishing down the field in a handicap at York most recent. He had been in good form prior, is returning from a break, and a drop in trip may suit. Has to deal with career-high mark on AW/stable debut but market support should be noted.
8	8 (8) (28/1 +15%) Harvey	28 28/1(+15%)	(8) Harvey 28/1, Below form down in trip when beaten 7l in a 3yo race at Craon last time, having returned from 11 months off. Hood applied for the first time and he has a bit to prove back from a long absence. Disappointing in last two French starts; market instructive on debut for new yard.

LTO Selection:

HIGH ON HOPE, who supplemented a Chelmsford triumph with a cosy win over C&D, is a key player bidding to compete a hat-trick from bottom weight. He is back up in class and this isn't a straightforward task, but he is worth sticking with. The Lost King resumed from a break to score over 7f here and is a big threat if in the same mood, with Oisin Murphy reunited to judge the fractions back over a mile. Popmaster and Nikovo should also be thereabouts.

The Verdict comprises THE LOST KING and High On Hope, both last-time course winners who may be capable of further progress on AW.

14:00 Kempton (Class 3) 8f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:07 Sedgefield (Class 5) 19f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
6	6 (6) (2/1 +20%) Huit Reflets	2 2/1(+20%)	(6) Huit Reflets 2/1, Won by 5 1/2l off a 6lb lower mark here three starts ago. Ran to form when second, beaten 3/4l, off the same mark last time after conceding first run. Effective from 2m to 2 1/2m and in good form, with an obvious chance. Won here on Boxing Day and close second here ten days ago; solid claims.
1	1 (1) (11/4 +39%) Forsa Bay	2.75 11/4(+39%)	(1) Forsa Bay 11/4, Ran to form up in trip on chase debut when a 10l third in a handicap chase at Market Rasen last time. Off a short break, effective at 2 1/2m, suited by decent ground and on a good mark on hurdle form, so should come on for that reappearance. Encouraging third on chase debut and shaped as though he may improve for that run.
7	7 (7) (7/2 -17%) Mersey Street	3.5 7/2(-17%)	(7) Mersey Street 7/2, Fell in a handicap chase at Catterick last time when well backed. Effective from 2m4f to 2m7f on a sound surface and well treated on hurdle form, so should come on for that latest outing. Poor strike-rate but short-headed on last completed start; could be bang there.
2	2 (2) (11/2 -38%) Too Cool Forshrule	5.5 11/2(-38%)	(2) Too Cool Forshrule 11/2, Made mistakes but still ran to form when beaten 6l into third in a handicap chase at Newcastle last time. Effective from 2m4f to 2m7f, suited by decent ground and arrives in good form. Third at Newcastle last time when final-fence mistake proved costly; in calculations.
3	3 (3) (13/2 +7%) Begin The Luck	6.5 13/2(+7%)	(3) Begin The Luck 13/2, Scored by a nose off a 2lb lower mark at Wincanton two starts ago. Had every chance when third beaten 17l off the same mark last time, having done plenty early. Effective at 2m4f and running well over fences. Won at Wincanton on Boxing Day; not quite at the same level since but he's not discounted.
4	4 (4) (9/1 +25%) Ideallko	9 9/1(+25%)	(4) Ideallko 9/1, Failed to build on his reappearance when fourth, beaten 55l, in a handicap chase at Chepstow last time. Effective from 2m to 2m4f on soft or good ground but may need a drop in class. On a handy mark on last season's form but well beaten in fourth on both outings this term.
5	5 (5) (16/1 +0%) Natural Ability	16 16/1(+0%)	(5) Natural Ability 16/1, Needed the run when fourth, beaten 21l, in a handicap chase here last time. Off a short break, effective at 2m and suited by decent ground. Inconsistent, but could build on that return. Stamina to prove but he has some good form here; in the mix if seeing out the trip.
8	8 (8) (40/1 +20%) Paramaribo	40 40/1(+20%)	(8) Paramaribo 40/1, Ran to form when comfortably held in a Mixed Open Point at Alnwick last time. Off a short break, effective up to 3m and a Flat and hurdles winner, but must leave previous chase form behind. Won a point last March but pulled up over C&D in November & no threat in a point last time.

LTO Selection:

Huit Reflets hit the woodwork over track and trip on his most recent start and rarely runs a bad race, so he is one to take seriously. Similar comments apply to Begin The Luck after his third at Lingfield, but the vote goes to FORSA BAY. The six-year-old showed more when third in a first-time hood at Market Rasen and could have more to offer on just his third handicap outing, with Brian Hughes keeping the ride.

Topweight FORSA BAY made a promising start to his chasing career at Market Rasen in December and gets the nod ahead of Huit Reflets.

14:07 Sedgefield (Class 5) 19f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:13 Punchestown 19f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	1 (1) (2/1 +33%) Agameoftwohalves	2 2/1(+33%)	(1) Agameoftwohalves 2/1, Outpaced and unsuited by the drop in trip when fourth, beaten 65l, in a maiden hurdle at Fairyhouse last time. Effective at 2m4f and handles soft to heavy ground. Represents good connections and should do better back up in trip. Return to 2m4f should elicit improvement in what looks a weak maiden.
2	2 (2) (7/2 +13%) Can Happen	3.5 7/2(+13%)	(2) Can Happen 7/2, Lacked pace when well beaten in the maiden hurdle here last time. Returns from a short break, is effective at 2m and handles cut in the ground. May show more now moving into handicaps. Not discredited in much better-class 2m maiden here in November (heavy); don't rule out.
3	3 (3) (7/2 +13%) Good Option	3.5 7/2(+13%)	(3) Good Option 7/2, Ran to form when well beaten in a maiden hurdle at Naas on his latest start. Handles cut in the ground and now steps up in trip. Represents a top yard and could improve under these conditions. Well held in better-class maidens but can't be ruled out upped in trip in a weaker race.
5	5 (5) (4/1 +0%) Kashchei	4 4/1(+0%)	(5) Kashchei 4/1, The yard won this race last year. Ran to form when well beaten in a maiden hurdle at Navan latest. Effective over 2m to 2m4f and handles heavy or good ground, though a bit more is needed to get off the mark. No show on both recent runs over further; back in trip here.
4	4 (4) (11/2 -10%) Harpy Eagle	5.5 11/2(-10%)	(4) Harpy Eagle 11/2, Below form when upped in grade and comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Naas last time. Effective at 2m on good ground. Inconsistent in a short career but has a workable mark based on maiden form. Better for last month's comeback run; needs to improve though back in maiden company.
6	6 (6) (8/1 -45%) Loyal Praetorian	8 8/1(-45%)	(6) Loyal Praetorian 8/1, Ran to form when comfortably held in an auction hurdle at Thurles last time. Effective from 2m to 2m4f and handles heavy ground. Has been improving but needs to find further progress to be competitive. Improvement needed on recent Thurles run but possible given he handles the ground.
7	7 (7) (100/1 +0%) Peppers Corner	100 100/1(+0%)	(7) Peppers Corner 100/1, Continued in poor form when finishing down the field in a graduation hurdle here most recently. A 3m point-to-point winner, but has plenty to find based on her efforts so far under rules. Point-to-point winner but soundly beaten at huge odds in 3 maiden hurdles; hard to fancy.

LTO Selection:

Gordon Elliott's AGAMEOFTWOHALVES could be the answer to this maiden hurdle. There was some promise in his sixths in big fields at Navan and Naas before a remote fourth behind an impressive winner at Fairyhouse. Testing ground holds no fears for him and he's related to a couple of horses who have winning form over this sort of distance. Loyal Praetorian will enjoy this trip and ground, and wasn't done with in second when he departed at the penultimate flight at Limerick over Christmas. A step up in distance is likely to suit Good Option, who can get in the mix. Harpy Eagle has plenty of placed form, although that has all been on better ground.

A weak enough maiden by definition in which AGAMEOFTWOHALVES could improve enough to get off the mark

14:13 Punchestown 19f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:23 Ludlow (Class 4) 15f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
6	6 (6) (11/8 +15%) Kiwi Rush	1.375 11/8(+15%)	(6) Kiwi Rush 11/8, All but fell as the race was developing and then tired up the hill when comfortably held in a maiden hurdle at Cheltenham. Trainer is in form and he is capable of much better when settling and brushing up on his jumping. Bumper winner; stumbled badly three out when beaten 15l at Cheltenham the last time.
8	8 (8) (9/4 -13%) Sherminator	2.25 9/4(-13%)	(8) Sherminator 9/4, Was keeping on in midfield when falling in a novice hurdle at Cheltenham last time. This was his second run after a wind operation, and he is effective at 2m, so is not dismissed. Dual hurdle winner; fell two out at Cheltenham and hadn't been asked a serious question.
11	11 (11) (5/2 +29%) First Candidate	2.5 5/2(+29%)	(11) First Candidate 5/2, Improved when tried in a tongue-tie and dropped in trip, beaten 8 1/4l in a novice hurdle at Huntingdon last time. Effective at 2m, likely to get further, and a point winner who should have more to offer. Ridden quieter at Huntingdon and stayed on takingly behind respected opposition.
9	9 (9) (9/1 +44%) Drakaris	9 9/1(+44%)	(9) Drakaris 9/1, Ran to form when finishing a 5l third in a mares' bumper at Sedgefield on her most recent start. Effective at 2m and should improve now that she switches to hurdling. Ran okay in two Sedgefield bumpers but came up well short.
5	5 (5) (9/1 -80%) Kado Sacree	9 9/1(-80%)	(5) Kado Sacree 9/1, Did his best work late over an inadequate trip when comfortably held in a maiden hurdle at Huntingdon last time. Effective at 2m1f but needs further, with this trip again on the short side. Posted similar RPRs in three runs over hurdles and needs to find extra here.
2	2 (2) (16/1 +52%) Emerald Time	16 16/1(+52%)	(2) Emerald Time 16/1, Despite not getting a clear run, he still improved on debut when second, beaten 4l, in a bumper at Warwick. Returning from a long layoff and effective at 2m, with improvement likely now hurdling. His second in small-field Warwick bumper (good) isn't bad form; that was last May.
7	7 (7) (25/1 +0%) Lejo Du Seuil	25 25/1(+0%)	(7) Lejo Du Seuil 25/1, Needed the run on his stable debut when finishing down the field in a novice hurdle at Newbury. An ex-French runner who should do better once switched to handicapping. Runner-up over hurdles in France; market drifter (40s) when tailed off in a Newbury novice.
10	10 (10) (33/1 +18%) Final Escape	33 33/1(+18%)	(10) Final Escape 33/1, Jumped poorly and looked unenthusiastic, proving too green to show anything when well beaten in a maiden hurdle at Worcester. Absent for a very lengthy period and yet to deliver on Irish bumper promise, so likely to need this. Runner-up in a Galway bumper back in 2023 but showed little in two maidens for mares.
1	1 (1) (50/1 -25%) Can U Feel It	50 50/1(-25%)	(1) Can U Feel It 50/1, Made mistakes and was outpaced when below form, well beaten in a novice hurdle at Kempton on his final qualifying run up in class. Likely to need further than 2m over hurdles once going handicapping. Tailed off in two of his three races over hurdles and was beaten 21l in the other.
12	12 (12) (66/1 0%) Jessie's Giant	66 66/1(0%)	(12) Jessie's Giant 66/1, Ran below her debut level when well beaten in a maiden bumper at Uttoxeter last time. Effective at 2m and should improve a little now that she goes hurdling. First bumper run was far more promising than the second; opposable on hurdle debut.
3	3 (3) (200/1 -100%) Fanny Moon	200 200/1(-100%)	(3) Fanny Moon 200/1, Ran a bit below his best when well beaten in a maiden hurdle here last time. Looks to want further than 2m and appears the type to do better once going handicapping. Down the field in two bumpers and a similar tale over hurdles; outclassed here.

LTO Selection:

SHERMINATOR came to grief in the Cheltenham event won so easily by Supreme hotpot Old Park Star at Cheltenham, but showed a useful level of ability in winning at Newbury and Taunton last season. As they were Junior NH events, he escapes a penalty and can get his career back on track. Kiwi Rush was useful in bumpers and has contested some good races since going jumping. He is joined on the list of dangers by First Candidate, who is the pick of the Skelton pair.

Harry Fry's SHERMINATOR was still going okay when falling at Cheltenham in a novice won by Supreme favourite Old Park Star.

14:23 Ludlow (Class 4) 15f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:35 Kempton (Class 6) 7f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
2	2 (2) (11/4 +8%) Portoro	2.75 11/4(+8%)	(2) Portoro 11/4, Ran to form when beaten 1/2l off this mark here last time. Consistent on the Flat over 6/7f and proven on all-weather, so is considered again from the same rating. Strong-finishing second over 6f at Kempton last week; respected back up in trip.
10	10 (10) (11/4 +69%) U S S Constitution	2.75 11/4(+69%)	(10) U S S Constitution 11/4, Ran to his recent level when beaten 6 1/2l in a handicap at Sha Tin last time. Absent for a lengthy period and returning from Hong Kong, he may have a say off a lowly mark after rejoining his former yard. Regressive in HK but this return to Britain may prompt a resurgence; won at Ascot in 2022.
5	5 (5) (10/3 -48%) Court Of Session	3.333333 10/3(-48%)	(5) Court Of Session 10/3, Back to best, strong at finish landing a handicap by 3l off a 4lb lower mark at Wolverhampton last time; trainer in form; effective 5-8f, acts on a sound surface; competitive mark still. Won well at Wolverhampton last week; good chance provided the form is repeated.
8	8 (8) (9/2 -13%) Bullington Bry	4.5 9/2(-13%)	(8) Bullington Bry 9/2, Bit keen but still ran to form when beaten 2l off this mark at Chelmsford last time. Effective over 6-8f and cheekpieces are tried for the first time, which could help him go well. Has shown positive signs since switched to AW; possibilities if taking well to headgear.
1	1 (1) (9/1 +10%) Reddeef	9 9/1(+10%)	(1) Reddeef 9/1, Below form when well beaten in a handicap at Lingfield last time. Effective over 6-8f and has shown ability on all-weather. Blinkers are reapplied as connections look for a response. Has failed to show his form in two starts since returned to AW.
3	3 (3) (9/1 +10%) Prefer The Sister	9 9/1(+10%)	(3) Prefer The Sister 9/1, Below form beaten 7 1/2l in a handicap at Southwell last time; in good form prior; off a short-break; effective 7/8f, acts on a sound surface; below last winning mark but needs to bounce back. Only 1-21 but gained the win in sole C&D attempt; enters calculations.
9	9 (9) (10/1 +17%) Sanditon	10 10/1(+17%)	(9) Sanditon 10/1, Below form tried in blinkers well beaten in a handicap at Southwell latest; in good form prior; effective 7f, acts on G and AW; bounce back needed, cheekpieces reapplied. Below par on Tapeta last time; return to Polytrack may prompt a rebound.
4	4 (4) (25/1 -14%) Zu Run	25 25/1(-14%)	(4) Zu Run 25/1, A no-show from off the pace when beaten 9l in a handicap at Southwell last time. Effective at 7f, but is hard to fancy on recent evidence. Largely out of sorts since last win.
6	6 (6) (25/1 +11%) Pure Artistry	25 25/1(+11%)	(6) Pure Artistry 25/1, Again below form when dropped in trip and finishing down the field in a handicap at Southwell most recently. Visor is applied for the first time alongside a significant jockey booking, but she has not been at her best of late. Enough to prove back up in distance on second start for new yard.
11	11 (11) (25/1 +24%) Adace	25 25/1(+24%)	(11) Adace 25/1, No impact from off pace sixth beaten 5l off 54 last time, same mark here; effective 7/8f, acts on AW; still 3lb above last win mark. Has struggled since winning in December.
7	7 (7) (40/1 -21%) Romanovich	40 40/1(-21%)	(7) Romanovich 40/1, Did not stay the longer trip when comfortably held in a handicap at Wolverhampton last time. Effective over 7/8f and returns to a more suitable distance here. Far from solid on his Wolverhampton form since returned to AW.

LTO Selection:

COURT OF SESSION returned to winning ways in style at Wolverhampton last week and the manner of that success gave the impression that a 4lb penalty may not be enough to stop him from backing it up. The fact that Connor Planas takes 3lb off further enhances his credentials and he is tough to oppose. Portoro has been consistent in recent months and has to be respected following his second here over 6f. Others to note are Bullington Bry, who sports cheekpieces for the first time, and Sanditon.

Having looked a shade unlucky over 6f here last week, PORTORO (nap) could well gain compensation back up in trip.

14:35 Kempton (Class 6) 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:42 Sedgefield (Class 5) 16f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
4	4 (4) (13/8 +35%) Vampire Slayer	1.625 13/8(+35%)	(4) Vampire Slayer 13/8, Rallied, out-battled and outstayed the runner-up when landing a handicap by 1/2l at Catterick last time, off a 4lb lower mark. Effective around 2m and acts on soft and good to soft ground, arriving in good form. Off the mark in a first-time visor at Catterick; strong candidate if backing up that run.
5	5 (5) (11/4 +8%) Linden Lane	2.75 11/4(+8%)	(5) Linden Lane 11/4, Outpaced and with too much to do when an 8l third in a handicap hurdle at Windsor last time, returning from a break and needing the run. Effective at 2m and likely to get a bit further. Recent form franked and should be tough to beat. 0-9 but third at Windsor on New Year's Day and that form has worked out extremely well.
1	1 (1) (6/1 -20%) Animato	6 6/1(-20%)	(1) Animato 6/1, Returned to form down in class when fourth, beaten 7 1/2l, in a handicap hurdle at Wetherby last time. Effective at 2m on a sound surface and steadily progressing since going handicapping. Fourth on handicap hurdle debut at Wetherby and today's extra yardage looks a plus; chance.
3	3 (3) (6/1 +14%) Prized Jet	6 6/1(+14%)	(3) Prized Jet 6/1, Yard won this race last year; made too much use of when comfortably held in a handicap chase here last time. Off a short break, effective at 2m6f–3m, but yet to convince over fences, having shown promise over hurdles in Ireland. The drop in trip could be just what she needs on her second stable start.
8	8 (8) (9/1 -80%) Warrior Lion	9 9/1(-80%)	(8) Warrior Lion 9/1, Yard won this race last year; ran to form when second, beaten 6l, in a classified race at Wolverhampton last time. Yet to show much over hurdles and more is needed back in this company. Runner-up on AW last month but that form is very modest; 0-27 (0-7 over hurdles).
6	6 (6) (10/1 +50%) Mexican Stan	10 10/1(+50%)	(6) Mexican Stan 10/1, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Huntingdon last time. Trainer is in form, a tongue-tie is applied for the first time and he is off a short break; effective at 2m, but must leave that reappearance behind. Lightly raced but pulled up on handicap debut and has to leave that form miles behind.
2	2 (2) (11/1 -10%) Snapius	11 11/1(-10%)	(2) Snapius 11/1, Well held by less exposed rivals when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Leicester last time. Effective at 2m and suited by cut, but a bounce back is needed. Below last winning mark; market check advised but he's struggled on his last three starts.
7	7 (7) (12/1 +14%) Estate Planning	12 12/1(+14%)	(7) Estate Planning 12/1, Found nil when finishing down the field in a handicap hurdle at Chepstow last time. Effective at 2m, but out of form this term. His mark continues to fall but he hasn't got competitive this term and remains a maiden.

LTO Selection:

VAMPIRE SLAYER showed significant improvement in a first-time visor score by half a length at Catterick and is now just 4lb higher. Provided the six-year-old is in similar form, he will prove a tough nut to crack. Linden Lane made the frame in this grade at Windsor on New Year's Day and needs to be considered along with Snapius, who competes off a workable rating.

With the drop in trip appearing a likely plus, the lightly raced mare PRIZED JET can get off the mark now reverting to hurdles.

14:42 Sedgefield (Class 5) 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:48 Punchestown 19f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	1 (1) (5/2 +0%) Needs Must	2.5 5/2(+0%)	(1) Needs Must 5/2, Improved up in trip when winning a maiden hurdle at Fairyhouse by 3 1/4l last time. Effective over 2m–2m3f and acts on heavy and good ground. More to come now handicapping, but his current mark demands it. Raised 10lb for winning a weak maiden; will have to progress again but he could do so.
2	2 (2) (4/1 -14%) Lumiere Du Large	4 4/1(-14%)	(2) Lumiere Du Large 4/1, Needed the run when fourth, beaten 31l, in a maiden hurdle at Cork latest, having been off a short break. Effective at 2m and acts with cut. Well treated on French form and could leave that reappearance behind. Disappointing on comeback when favourite for a Cork maiden; capable of better so respected.
4	4 (4) (9/2 +10%) Take Stock	4.5 9/2(+10%)	(4) Take Stock 9/2, Improved on handicap debut, flattening out late after paying the price for trying to reel in the leader when third, beaten 12l, in a handicap hurdle at Naas last time. Effective at around 2 1/2m and acts on soft ground. Beaten 11l at Naas on h'cap debut but still raised 1lb; needs more in a stronger race now.
6	6 (6) (9/2 +10%) Lough Nigara	4.5 9/2(+10%)	(6) Lough Nigara 9/2, Travelled well and did it readily when improved back down in trip to land a handicap here by 5 1/2l off an 8lb lower mark last time. Effective over staying trips, acts on any ground and remains competitive. Off the mark over 2m6f here latest; up 8lb and this trip is a question mark; runs Tuesday.
3	3 (3) (5/1 +0%) Mojoe	5 5/1(+0%)	(3) Mojoe 5/1, Improved up in trip and down in grade on handicap debut when doing well to come from off the pace to land a handicap here by 1/2l off a 6lb lower mark. Effective 2m–2m4f and acts on heavy ground. Won a C&D handicap last time; up 6lb and now in a stronger race so has to progress again.
5	5 (5) (6/1 +57%) Jacko Star	6 6/1(+57%)	(5) Jacko Star 6/1, Made mistakes and was disappointing on handicap debut when down the field at Leopardstown last time, having been in good form previously. Hood applied for the first time, trainer in form, effective at 2m and likely to get further in time. Poor last time but is capable of better; handles heavy so not ruled out with a hood added.
7	7 (7) (15/2 +6%) James The Brave	7.5 15/2(+6%)	(7) James The Brave 15/2, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Limerick last time. Effective over 2 1/2–3m and acts on heavy and good ground. Thrown in on his best chase and hurdle form despite that latest effort and could be tough to peg back down in trip. Chase winner is off a much lower hurdles mark but will have to get back to his best form.

LTO Selection:

LUMIERE DU LARGE could be worth chancing on handicap debut. She had useful form in France and was tried in Grade 1 company at Cheltenham and Punchestown on her first couple of starts for Willie Mullins. She was unplaced on both occasions and finished fourth in a maiden hurdle at Cork in December, but the suspicion is that there is more to come from her. The handicapper didn't miss Needs Must's victory in a maiden hurdle at Fairyhouse and he looks a big player, despite carrying top-weight. Take Stock and Mojoe are others capable of being in the mix.

Though NEEDS MUST won a modest enough maiden hurdle last time, he still looked like an improved sort and can step up again

14:48 Punchestown 19f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:58 Ludlow (Class 3) 20f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 (1) (7/4 -40%) Rodney	1.75 7/4(-40%)	(1) Rodney 7/4, Travelled well and went clear cosily when improving up in trip to land a handicap by 4 1/4l at Hereford last time off a mark 10lb lower. Effective at 2m-2m4f and there may be more to come. Plenty went right last time at Hereford (10lb lower) but looks a chaser on the upgrade.
6	6 (6) (7/2 +30%) Toothless	3.5 7/2(+30%)	(6) Toothless 7/2, Returned to form when benefitting from his reappearance to land a handicap by 3l at Windsor last time off a mark 5lb lower. Effective at 2m-2m4f and could progress from that performance. His second run back from long absence when nicely on top in the finish at Windsor; up 5lb.
8	8 (8) (11/2 +15%) Regal Renaissance	5.5 11/2(+15%)	(8) Regal Renaissance 11/2, Was running on when falling late in a handicap chase over this course last time and would have gone close to making the frame. Effective at 2m4f and a consistent performer. In the process of running another good race at this track when falling two out in December.
7	7 (7) (11/2 +39%) Pepe Le Moko	5.5 11/2(+39%)	(7) Pepe Le Moko 11/2, Made too much use of when finishing a 20l third in a handicap chase at Hereford on his most recent run. Effective at around 2m4f and has a chance in this company. Near miss over C&D in December; ridden too positively when behind Rodney at Hereford.
3	3 (3) (6/1 -9%) Charles Ritz	6 6/1(-9%)	(3) Charles Ritz 6/1, Returned to his 2024 best when landing a handicap by 3 1/4l at Southwell last time off a mark 4lb lower. Comes here after a short break and his new mark still looks competitive. The Southwell race he won fell apart but a 4lb rise isn't the end of the world.
2	2 (2) (9/1 -13%) Joker De Mai	9 9/1(-13%)	(2) Joker De Mai 9/1, Outpaced but showed a better effort when fourth, beaten 11l, in a handicap chase at Newbury latest, looking in need of a stiffer test. Effective at 2m-2m4f and fairly treated on best form. Encouraging run at Newbury and returning to slower ground over further could be beneficial.
4	4 (4) (12/1 +14%) Palamon	12 12/1(+14%)	(4) Palamon 12/1, Outpaced and needed the run after a wind operation on stable debut when well beaten in a handicap chase at Haydock most recently, also finding the trip too sharp. This is his second run after the procedure. Talented in Ireland but never got remotely involved on stable debut at Haydock.
5	5 (5) (18/1 +28%) Tax For Max	18 18/1(+28%)	(5) Tax For Max 18/1, Showed an awkward head carriage and disappointed when stepping up in trip, being comfortably held in a handicap chase at Windsor last time. That was his second run after a wind operation and he is currently out of form. He was well behind Toothless on return to fences at Windsor (after wind operation).

LTO Selection:

Rodney fell when looking the likely winner on his chasing debut at Bangor, but bounced back from his next start at Warwick to score at Leicester and Hereford. The progressive seven-year-old commands plenty of respect, but a 10lb higher mark requires another step forward and the vote goes to TOOTHLESS. Paul Nicholls' gelding improved from his return at Wincanton to get his head back in front at Windsor and is capable of handling a 5lb rise. Charles Ritz and Regal Renaissance appear best of the remainder.

A few with chances but JOKER DE MAI ran better at Newbury and there's good reason to believe he can find something on that form.

14:58 Ludlow (Class 3) 20f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:10 Kempton (Class 4) 7f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
4	4 (4) (11/4 +31%) Mythical Composer	2.75 11/4(+31%)	(4) Mythical Composer 11/4, Well placed when showing a good attitude to land a handicap by a neck off a 3lb lower mark here last time. Trainer is in form, he returns after a short break and is effective at 6–7f. Took well to first-time cheekpieces in C&D event when last seen; may progress further.
8	8 (8) (7/2 +22%) I'm Workin On It	3.5 7/2(+22%)	(8) I'm Workin On It 7/2, Ran to best when showing a good attitude to land a handicap by a nose off a 3lb lower mark here last time. Cheekpieces are worn for the first time, he is suited by 7f, may get further and remains on a competitive mark. Record of 14221, mostly over C&D, since handicapping; steadily progressive contender.
5	5 (5) (9/2 -13%) Echalar	4.5 9/2(-13%)	(5) Echalar 9/2, Back to form when landing a handicap by a neck off a 3lb lower mark at Wolverhampton last time. Effective over 7–8f and noted as having a chance despite a small rise. Gelded prior to opening his account in Wolverhampton contest last time; shortlisted.
9	9 (9) (5/1 +55%) Cherry Cobbler	5 5/1(+55%)	(9) Cherry Cobbler 5/1, Below form when beaten 5 1/4l up in trip in a handicap at Chelmsford last time. Tongue-tie is applied for the first time, he is drawn wide, suited by 5–6f and his mark continues to ease. Fitting of tongue-tie needs to prompt a stronger finishing effort.
2	2 (2) (11/2 -22%) Diamondonthehill	5.5 11/2(-22%)	(2) Diamondonthehill 11/2, Ran to form when beaten 1/2l off a 1lb lower mark at Lingfield last time. Effective over 6–8f, he is on a fair mark and described as back in form. Consistent since returned to AW; fighting chance in first Kempton attempt.
3	3 (3) (15/2 -25%) Follow Your Heart	7.5 15/2(-25%)	(3) Follow Your Heart 15/2, Ran to form when fourth, beaten 2l off 81 last time, and competes from the same mark here. Suited by 7f and given a chance once again. Respectable fourth to Echalar at Wolverhampton last time; remains in form.
1	1 (1) (11/1 -10%) Valley Ofthe Kings	11 11/1(-10%)	(1) Valley Ofthe Kings 11/1, Below form when ninth, beaten 13l off a mark of 84 last time and runs from the same mark here. Drawn wide, he is effective at 5–7f and remains 4lb above his last winning mark. Both wins at shorter; bit to prove off current mark back up in trip.
6	6 (6) (12/1 -9%) Good Banter	12 12/1(-9%)	(6) Good Banter 12/1, Ran to form down in trip when third, beaten 5l, in a seller at Southwell on his most recent run. Returns from a short break, is effective at 6–8f, but more is needed back in a handicap. Ended his 2025 campaign in sellers; 0-8 in handicaps.
7	7 (7) (14/1 +13%) Robbo	14 14/1(+13%)	(7) Robbo 14/1, Made a poor hurdles debut when fourth, beaten 72l, in a novice hurdle at Plumpton last time. Effective over 7–10f on the Flat and only just above his last winning mark. Market helpful, starting out for another new yard.
10	10 (10) (18/1 -13%) Mumayaz	18 18/1(-13%)	(10) Mumayaz 18/1, Below form when fifth, beaten 6l off 72 last time, and competes from a mark 1lb lower here. Drawn wide, he is effective over 5–7f and is noted as one who can go well again. Form dipped last time; far more exposed than some of these rivals.

LTO Selection:

I'M WORKIN ON IT produced a career-best effort when just getting up over C&D last month and further improvement may be on the cards due to the application of cheekpieces for the first time. Echalar got off the mark at Wolverhampton and he has to enter the reckoning off a 3lb higher figure, while Mythical Composer and Follow Your Heart head the remainder.

A few of the runners may be capable of further progress. MYTHICAL COMPOSER is first choice narrowly ahead of Echalar.

15:10 Kempton (Class 4) 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:17 Sedgefield (Class 4) 16f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 (1) (2/1 -14%) Supreme George	2 2/1(-14%)	(1) Supreme George 2/1, Landed a handicap by 1/2l off a 4lb lower mark at Catterick last time where he held on. Enjoys making it and is effective at 2m, possibly further, while remaining progressive over fences despite a busy recent schedule. 3-3 this winter after wind op; could still be well treated off 4lb higher than last time.
5	5 (5) (5/2 -25%) Sea Thrift	2.5 5/2(-25%)	(5) Sea Thrift 5/2, Landed a handicap by 3 1/4l off a 7lb lower mark at Plumpton last time. Tongue-tie is applied for the first time, and she remains on a good mark based on her hurdles efforts. Made all at Plumpton recently on second chase start and a 7lb penalty may not stop her.
2	2 (2) (11/4 +50%) Double Digits	2.75 11/4(+50%)	(2) Double Digits 11/4, Was a bit below form on his first start over fences when fourth beaten 17l in a handicap chase here latest. Effective over 2m-2m3f and expected to show more as a chaser. Ran well for a long way over 2m3f here on chase debut; the drop back in trip may be ideal.
4	4 (4) (8/1 +0%) Raffles Wonder	8 8/1(+0%)	(4) Raffles Wonder 8/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase here latest. Effective at 2m and was in good form before a break, but has struggled this term after showing signs he may not have stayed last time. Last season concluded with two wins in a row but he's struggled on both starts this term.
6	6 (6) (8/1 +0%) Treaty Boy	8 8/1(+0%)	(6) Treaty Boy 8/1, Returned to form when a 7l third in a handicap chase at Catterick on his most recent run. Effective around 2m, but his recent record highlights an inconsistent profile. Below last winning mark but mixed form this season and he needs to raise his game.
3	3 (3) (10/1 -25%) Boston Boy	10 10/1(-25%)	(3) Boston Boy 10/1, Outpaced and comfortably held when producing another poor effort in a handicap chase at Lingfield last time. Cheekpieces are applied for the first time, but he has yet to take to chasing. Well beaten on both chase starts; hopes pinned on 1st-time cheekpieces giving him a boost.

LTO Selection:

Having dominated the field at Plumpton recently, there should be more to come from SEA THRIFT. That was the seven-year-old's first completed start over fences and she looks more than capable of defying a 7lb penalty. Supreme George is chasing a four-timer and isn't taken lightly off just 4lb higher than his latest triumph at Catterick, but a bigger threat may emerge from Double Digits, who shaped encouragingly on his chase bow over further here on Boxing Day.

The 6yo SUPREME GEORGE is firmly on the up and could still be well handicapped. He's taken to complete the four-timer.

15:17 Sedgefield (Class 4) 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:23 Punchestown 23f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
5	5 (5) (11/8 +15%) That Danny Feeling	1.375 11/8(+15%)	(5) That Danny Feeling 11/8, Travelled well and improved up in trip when second, beaten 2 1/2l, in a maiden hurdle at Clonmel last time, handling testing conditions. Trainer is in form, is effective at 2-2 1/2m, and should be winning over hurdles soon. Two bumper wins; solid run at Clonmel last time and is a big player if staying this trip.
2	2 (2) (7/4 +22%) Fillyoureye	1.75 7/4(+22%)	(2) Fillyoureye 7/4, Yard won this race last year. Ran a bit below form when a 25l third in a maiden hurdle at Cork last time. Effective at 2-2 1/2m, and strong hurdles debut form gives him a chance to bounce back. Below form upped to 3m at Cork when didn't jump well; questions but player if back to best.
3	3 (3) (7/2 0%) Frankie's Freebie	3.5 7/2(0%)	(3) Frankie's Freebie 7/2, Ran to form when second, beaten 14l, in a maiden hurdle at Cork on his latest start after stepping up in trip. Effective at 2 1/2-3m, is a point winner and may have more to offer over 3m. Has run with credit in two maiden hurdles; looks a reliable sort so can be involved.
1	1 (1) (11/2 +8%) Bergamasquo	5.5 11/2(+8%)	(1) Bergamasquo 11/2, Took a step back from a promising debut when finishing down the field in a maiden hurdle at Naas last time. Returns off a short break, is effective at 2m, but a bounce back effort is required. Disappointing last time but yard is in better form now so can run well if staying the trip.
6	6 (6) (8/1 +60%) Therhythmofthenite	8 8/1(+60%)	(6) Therhythmofthenite 8/1, Ran below form when well beaten in a maiden hurdle at Leopardstown last time. Wears a hood for the first time, is effective at 2 1/2m, and there may be more to come as he could get further in time. Promise on debut here but poor at Leopardstown since; has to resume progress; hood on.
4	4 (4) (20/1 -25%) Lord Tobin	20 20/1(-25%)	(4) Lord Tobin 20/1, Ran below form when well beaten up in trip in a graduation hurdle here last time. Effective at 2m with cut, and still early days with a good yard, but his stamina remains to be proven. Hasn't built on bumper promise over hurdles; has to resume progress now upped in trip.
9	9 (9) (33/1 -65%) Nolans Rocco	33 33/1(-65%)	(9) Nolans Rocco 33/1, Ran to form when fourth, beaten 6l, in a handicap chase at Tramore last time. Effective at 2 1/2m and unlikely to want shorter, but as a modest chaser she has plenty to prove starting out over hurdles. Fourth in a Tramore handicap chase last time; needs lots of improvement tackling hurdles.
7	7 (7) (66/1 +34%) Aint Over Yet	66 66/1(+34%)	(7) Aint Over Yet 66/1, Finished down the field on her bumper debut in a mares' event here last time. Has placed in a point-to-point, but has plenty to prove now starting out over hurdles. Well beaten in two points and tailed-off in a bumper so is passed over today.
8	8 (8) (66/1 +34%) Fervida	66 66/1(+34%)	(8) Fervida 66/1, Showed a small step in the right direction when finishing down the field in a maiden hurdle at Fairyhouse last time. Looks the type to do better once switched to handicaps. Well beaten in four maiden hurdles and handicaps will suit better.

LTO Selection:

FILLYOUREYE is taken to overturn Cork form with Frankie's Freebie on this ground. He was adrift of the winner in third, but prior to that he filled the runner-up berth behind useful sorts on testing ground at Navan and at this track. Frankie's Freebie is a former point-to-point winner who has been placed in both maiden hurdles to date, so merits plenty of respect. That Danny Feeling, who has two bumper victories in the book, is a consistent horse and is well worth a market check on this step up in trip, while Lord Tobin and Bergamasquo are potential improvers over this trip.

THAT DANNY FEELING is a notably consistent sort and is the percentage call, though this trip is a slight question.

15:23 Punchestown 23f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:33 Ludlow (Class 4) 21f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
8	8 (8) (10/3 -11%) Sallyville Lady	3.333333 10/3(-11%)	(8) Sallyville Lady 10/3, Confirmed her debut level of form when second, beaten 8l, in a novice hurdle at Uttoxeter last time. Effective over 2m5f to 2m6f with plenty of cut, and there may be more to come now that she goes handicapping. Made the frame in two novice hurdles in the autumn; can improve in handicaps; big player.
10	10 (10) (7/2 +42%) Hellfire Princess	3.5 7/2(+42%)	(10) Hellfire Princess 7/2, Did it readily when landing a handicap by 6l off a 6lb lower mark at Ffos Las last time. Returns from a short break and is effective at around 2m4f to 2m6f on soft and good ground. Back in form and remains competitive. Stayed on well to score by 6l at Ffos Las in November; player if emphasis is on stamina.
9	9 (9) (4/1 +43%) Hard Dealt	4 4/1(+43%)	(9) Hard Dealt 4/1, Ran to form when well placed in a race dominated from the front, but was unable to reverse form with the winner when beaten 2l off a 2lb lower mark at Aintree last time. Effective around 2m4f on good to soft and good ground, and is capable off this mark. Ended 2025 with two creditable seconds and may still have a bigger performance in her.
2	2 (2) (9/2 -13%) Masked Dance	4.5 9/2(-13%)	(2) Masked Dance 9/2, Ran to form when suited by a positive ride at a sharp track and up in trip, benefitting from a drop in class to land a handicap by 2 1/4l off a 5lb lower mark here last time. Effective around 2m4f on good to soft and good ground, and is consistent, though her mark looks about right. Career-best form when winning from the front over C&D in December; respected.
6	6 (6) (6/1 +14%) Magical Maggie	6 6/1(+14%)	(6) Magical Maggie 6/1, Needed the run when fourth, beaten 13l, in a handicap hurdle here last time. Returns from a short break and is effective at around 2m on soft and good ground. Generally consistent, and a longer trip may suit. Dual 2m course winner; back from long absence with satisfactory run in December; stamina?.
1	1 (1) (15/2 +25%) Greyval	7.5 15/2(+25%)	(1) Greyval 15/2, Flattened out over a trip that stretched when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Kempton last time. Suited by 2m4f and effective on soft and good ground, and has been a consistent performer overall. Won valuable final of this series last April but would appeal much more on good ground.
3	3 (3) (8/1 +0%) Dramatic Encore	8 8/1(+0%)	(3) Dramatic Encore 8/1, Did not find much and may have found the ground too soft when fourth, beaten 33l, in a handicap hurdle at Sandown last time. Cheekpieces are applied for the first time, the trainer is in form, and she returns from a short break. Effective around 2m4f on good to soft and good ground, and had been consistent prior to her latest run. Low-mileage 6yo; below form last time but has possibilities if aided by new cheekpieces.
4	4 (4) (8/1 +0%) Pismo Beach	8 8/1(+0%)	(4) Pismo Beach 8/1, Flattened out after a late error, having refused to settle, when finishing 9 1/2l third in a novice hurdle at Warwick last time. A tongue-tie is applied for the first time and she is usually held up. Effective around 2m4f on good to soft and good ground, but more is needed. Just 1-8 over hurdles but ended 2025 with two good efforts; probably won't be far way.
11	11 (11) (16/1 +0%) Victoria Milano	16 16/1(+0%)	(11) Victoria Milano 16/1, Faded before falling late after a wind operation in a handicap hurdle at Haydock last time. This is her second run after the procedure and she is effective over 2m4f to 3m on soft and good ground. Should come on for her latest run, but needs to bounce back. Looked held before falling quite heavily on last month's seasonal/stable debut.
7	7 (7) (28/1 +15%) Our Bill's Aunt	28 28/1(+15%)	(7) Our Bill's Aunt 28/1, The yard won this race last year, but she was below form and may have needed the run when fourth, beaten 47l, in a handicap hurdle at Leicester last time. Returns from a short break and is effective over 2m4f, though she is suited by plenty of cut. Won twice in early 2025 but returned from layoff with heavy defeat in December.
5	5 (5) (33/1 -32%) Notnowlinda	33 33/1(-32%)	(5) Notnowlinda 33/1, Not given a hard time and may not have stayed when finishing down the field in a handicap hurdle at Ascot last time. Returns from a short break and is effective over 2m to 2m4f on a sound surface, but needs to prove her ability remains after a layoff. Returned from long absence with two low-key runs in November; revival needed.

LTO Selection:

Masked Dance's C&D victory in December was boosted by the runner-up scoring at Chepstow last week and the eight-year-old has to enter calculations once again. That said, the vote goes to handicap debutant SALLYVILLE LADY. Dan Skelton's mare has shown promise on both hurdle outings and an opening mark of 111 appears to be workable. Hard Dealt chased home the same progressive winner at Uttoxeter and Aintree, and is respected along with Pismo Beach.

The suggestion is HARD DEALT, who ended last year with two good efforts and is not yet fully exposed.

15:33 Ludlow (Class 4) 21f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:45 Kempton (Class 5) 10f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
3	3 (3) (9/2 +18%) Must Believe	4.5 9/2(+18%)	(3) Must Believe 9/2, Ran to form, just outlasted back up in trip fourth beaten 5l off 74 last time, 1lb lower here; effective 10-14f, acts on a sound surface; reasonable mark still. Looked stretched over 1m5f latest and was in good form before that; dangerous.
9	9 (9) (9/2 -13%) Dust Cover	4.5 9/2(-13%)	(9) Dust Cover 9/2, Ran to form, good attitude landing a handicap by a head off a 2lb lower mark at Southwell last time; suited by 11f, acts on AW; more to come over this sort of trip, small rise looks manageable. Improver who won at Southwell last time and is only 2lb higher here; key player.
2	2 (2) (6/1 +25%) Something	6 6/1(+25%)	(2) Something 6/1, Did not get home when beaten 7l in a handicap at Southwell last time. Enjoys making it and is effective at 12f, but still looks too high in the weights. Down the field in three runs for current yard but he's now 1lb lower than for last win.
4	4 (4) (13/2 +19%) Imperial Trooper	6.5 13/2(+19%)	(4) Imperial Trooper 13/2, Back to form beaten 2 1/4l off this mark at Newcastle last time; effective 7-10f, acts on any; can go well again. Runner-up behind an improver at Newcastle (1m2f) and has claims if he can back that up.
1	1 (1) (8/1 +33%) Golden Circet	8 8/1(+33%)	(1) Golden Circet 8/1, Travelled but did not find much and was not knocked about when comfortably held in a novice hurdle here last time. Effective between 8-12f on the Flat and has a chance now returned to this sphere. On last winning mark and he needs a close look back on the Flat after a break.
12	12 (12) (8/1 -7%) Fiddlers Green	8 8/1(-7%)	(12) Fiddlers Green 8/1, Well placed and ran to form when beaten 2l off this mark here last time. Effective over 11-12f on all-weather and can go well again if repeating that effort. C&D winner who has finished runner-up here in last two starts; respected.
5	5 (5) (9/1 +10%) Alpine Oasis	9 9/1(+10%)	(5) Alpine Oasis 9/1, Ran to form beaten a length off a 1lb higher mark at Southwell last time; cheekpieces first time; trainer in form; effective 10-12f, all form on AW; capable off this mark. Close fourth at Southwell and has claims if she can build on that; cheekpieces added.
6	6 (6) (10/1 -25%) Johnny Boom	10 10/1(-25%)	(6) Johnny Boom 10/1, Still in contention when falling two out in a handicap hurdle at Southwell latest. Returns from a short break and is effective over 10-12f on the Flat, with a chance if none the worse. Fell over hurdles latest but he won on the Flat (1m4f) on penultimate run; not ruled out.
10	10 (10) (12/1 -33%) Jack Sparowe	12 12/1(-33%)	(10) Jack Sparowe 12/1, Well below form when down the field in a handicap at Newcastle most recent. Had been in good form prior and is suited by 10-12f, but needs to bounce back. Two close calls in the autumn but he flopped last month and his last win was in 2023.
13	13 (13) (14/1 -17%) Sceptic	14 14/1(-17%)	(13) Sceptic 14/1, Outpaced when unseated in a handicap at Wolverhampton latest. Returns from a short break and is effective at shorter trips, with this step back up in distance possibly helping. Triple AW winner; returns from a break and he needs watching in market back up in trip.
8	8 (8) (16/1 -33%) Party Island	16 16/1(-33%)	(8) Party Island 16/1, No-show from off the pace when beaten 9 1/4l in a handicap at Lingfield last time. Had been in good form previously and is effective at 10-12f, with a slight step back up in trip a plus. Seven-time Polytrack winner but he was laboured last time and needs to bounce back.
7	7 (7) (16/1 +36%) Atlantic Sunset	16 16/1(+36%)	(7) Atlantic Sunset 16/1, Not the best of runs when tried down in trip and in a visor, beaten 8l in a handicap at Chelmsford last time. Suited by 11-12f but has lost enthusiasm and has plenty to prove. Won at Newmarket last June but he's struggled since and needs a big turnaround.
11	11 (11) (20/1 -25%) Upepo	20 20/1(-25%)	(11) Upepo 20/1, Below form when eighth beaten 9 1/4l off 58 last time, with the race possibly coming too soon. 7lb higher here, effective between 12-16f and needs more from this revised mark. Won at Lingfield but was disappointing when unpenalised at Wolverhampton; risks attached.

LTO Selection:

Dust Cover successfully made it two wins from his last three starts at Southwell and holds an obvious chance, but a 2lb higher mark makes life tougher. With that in mind, IMPERIAL TROOPER gets the nod. Jennie Candlish's charge bounced back to form when filling the runner-up spot at Newcastle and a repeat of that performance might suffice. Of the remainder, two-time course winner Fiddlers Green makes the most appeal.

The vote goes to the progressive DUST COVER, who showed a good attitude when beating a clear second at Southwell last time.

15:45 Kempton (Class 5) 10f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:52 Sedgefield (Class 5) 27f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
3	3 (3) (5/2 +0%) East Eagle	2.5 5/2(+0%)	(3) East Eagle 5/2, Travelled well and returned to form when benefiting from a decent test, landing a handicap by a head at Catterick last time off a 4lb lower mark. Effective at 3m but unreliable, with his run style requiring a strong pace. Won by a head at Catterick last time and this in-form 6yo is a key player.
4	4 (4) (11/4 +0%) Dillarchie	2.75 11/4(+0%)	(4) Dillarchie 11/4, Made mistakes but returned to form when beaten 3l off a 1lb lower mark at Catterick last time. Back from a short break; effective over 3m+, and fairly treated if able to build on that recent revival. Won this two years ago and good second at Catterick last time; has a big part to play.
1	1 (1) (9/2 +31%) Scudamore	4.5 9/2(+31%)	(1) Scudamore 9/2, Outpaced but ran to form when third, beaten 7l, in a handicap hurdle at Southwell on his latest run. Returning from a break; effective at 2-3m, generally consistent over hurdles and well treated on old form, having shown in spring that he retains his ability. Kept on for third over 3m at Southwell last time and could be suited by today's test.
2	2 (2) (9/2 +36%) Ballin Bay	4.5 9/2(+36%)	(2) Ballin Bay 9/2, The yard won this race last year. Returned to form on reappearance but had too much to do when fourth, beaten 4l, in a handicap hurdle at Wetherby. Effective at 3m-3m2f; form can be in and out but he remains on a competitive mark. Promising fourth at Wetherby recently and he could be suited by this longer trip.
7	7 (7) (6/1 +0%) King Casey	6 6/1(+0%)	(7) King Casey 6/1, Ran to form but may have been challenged too early when beaten 3l off a 1lb lower mark at Wetherby last time. Cheekpieces are applied for the first time; effective at 3m but remains an inconsistent maiden. 0-10 but achieved closest finish yet when 3rd at Wetherby recently; might not be far away.
5	5 (5) (13/2 -18%) Honey I'm Good	6.5 13/2(-18%)	(5) Honey I'm Good 13/2, No match for the winner but ran to form when second, beaten 7 1/2l, in a handicap chase at Hereford on reappearance, appreciating the step back up in trip. Effective over 3m+, well treated on chase form but likely to need this. Well handicapped on 2024 chase form but returns from long absence and is 0-8 over hurdles.
6	6 (6) (12/1 +14%) Topkapi Star	12 12/1(+14%)	(6) Topkapi Star 12/1, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Doncaster on her latest start. Back from a short break; effective at 2m4f-2m6f, but a bounce back is required on recent evidence. Won easily at Ayr last January but unable to match that level of form in the meantime.

LTO Selection:

East Eagle dug deep when securing a second career victory at Catterick last month, but both the second and third have subsequently disappointed. A 4lb higher mark demands more of Mike Sowersby's charge and preference is for C&D winner DILLARCHIE. The nine-year-old found only a subsequent winner too strong at the North Yorkshire venue 50 days ago and a return to this track could prove fruitful. Honey I'm Good may fare best of the remainder.

The mare DILLARCHIE (nap) won this race in 2024 and is taken to land it for a second time, having returned to form when second last time

15:52 Sedgefield (Class 5) 27f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:58 Punchestown 23f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
6	6 (6) (11/4 -22%) Pebble Bleu	2.75 11/4(-22%)	(6) Pebble Bleu 11/4, Went clear and improved when suited by an aggressive ride at a sharp track, landing a handicap by 3 1/4l off a 7lb lower mark at Thurles last time. Enjoys making it but can be unreliable despite being well treated on chase form. Has a 7lb penalty for Thurles win but is 1lb well-in; go close with a repeat performance.
4	4 (4) (3/1 +25%) Watching The Clock	3 3/1(+25%)	(4) Watching The Clock 3/1, Travelled well and ran to form but did not find as much as looked likely when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Fairyhouse last time. Effective at 2–2 1/2m and in form, with more to come. Consistent in defeat lately up to 2m4f; this trip poses a question off the same mark.
3	3 (3) (10/3 +17%) Magic Boum	3.333333 10/3(+17%)	(3) Magic Boum 10/3, Ran to form when fourth, beaten 11l, just tiring late after chasing a clear leader in a handicap hurdle at Navan. Cheekpieces are fitted for the first time and a significant jockey booking is a positive. Not beaten far at Navan last time over 2m4f; can run well if staying trip; cheekpieces on.
7	7 (7) (4/1 +0%) Catchabird	4 4/1(+0%)	(7) Catchabird 4/1, Travelled well and ran to form when doing best of those forcing the pace, finishing 7l third in a handicap hurdle at Down Royal most recently. Effective over 2–2 1/2m, suited by cut and a consistent performer with recent form franked. Beaten 6l by Cousin Kate at Cork; might have found 2m1f too short since; player if staying.
1	1 (1) (15/2 +6%) Katie Daniels	7.5 15/2(+6%)	(1) Katie Daniels 15/2, Made mistakes and ran a bit below form when comfortably held on chase debut in a beginners chase here last time. Cheekpieces are applied for the first time; effective over 2 1/2m but needs a drop in class and must bounce back on hurdles return. Pulled-up over hurdles and poor over fences since winning a maiden hurdle; questions.
5	5 (5) (9/1 +73%) Lucky Viv	9 9/1(+73%)	(5) Lucky Viv 9/1, Won this race last year but had no obvious excuse when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Tramore most recently. Cheekpieces are tried for the first time and she returns from a short break, though out of form this term. Won this off 1lb higher last year; poor on last three starts and cheekpieces need to work.
8	8 (8) (12/1 +14%) Queen Nel	12 12/1(+14%)	(8) Queen Nel 12/1, Made too much use of when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Navan last time. Effective over 2 1/2m and suited by cut, but she is on a long losing run and arrives in poor form. Well beaten at Fairyhouse and Navan recently so needs to leave those efforts behind.
2	2 (2) (12/1 +40%) Slotty Dotty	12 12/1(+40%)	(2) Slotty Dotty 12/1, Made mistakes and produced a poor run when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Limerick last time. Effective over 2 3/4m and suited by give, she is on a fair mark on old hurdle form but must bounce back. Course winner last year was poor in this race next time and largely disappointing chasing.
10	10 (10) (16/1 +20%) Walk In The Clouds	16 16/1(+20%)	(10) Walk In The Clouds 16/1, Ran to form when well beaten in a maiden hurdle at Fairyhouse last time. Effective over 2 1/2m and suited by cut, she may have more of a chance when handicapping but her current mark demands more. Could do better now in handicaps so the market could provide clues.
9	9 (9) (33/1 -32%) Dancing After Dark	33 33/1(-32%)	(9) Dancing After Dark 33/1, Perhaps not suited by the ground when finishing down the field in a handicap chase at Fairyhouse most recently. Returning from a long layoff, she is usually held up and was inconsistent when last seen. Won at Limerick over 3m in 2024; soundly beaten twice after; best watched after a year off.

LTO Selection:

SLOTTY DOTTY has been chasing, but was a decisive winner over a similar trip at this racecourse just over a year ago and competes off 2lb lower with Calum Hogan's claim factored in. Pebble Bleu is sure to be popular after winning at Thurles last week, where she availed of a good ride off the front and reappears under the mandatory 7lb penalty. Magic Boum gets first-time cheekpieces after a fourth at Navan, while Watching The Clock generally runs her race and tries 2m7f for the first time. Catchabird attempts a new trip in a bid to make the elusive breakthrough.

Ideal conditions for PEBBLE BLEU and she can follow up her Thurles win of six days ago, being 1lb well-in at the weights.

15:58 Punchestown 23f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:07 Ludlow (Class 5) 21f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
2	2 (2) (13/8 +7%) Following Chapter	1.625 13/8(+7%)	(2) Following Chapter 13/8, Improved up in trip when landing a handicap comfortably by 4l off an 8lb lower mark at Warwick last time. Effective at 2m–2m4f, acts with cut, is still learning, and there is likely a bit more to come. Still looked green in front when winning at Warwick so could well cope with 8lb more.
8	8 (8) (7/2 +30%) Shuil Ceoil	3.5 7/2(+30%)	(8) Shuil Ceoil 7/2, Returned to form off a reduced mark when second, beaten 11l, in a handicap hurdle at Exeter last time on better ground. Effective at 2m4f and acts on soft and good ground, but needs to build on that recent revival. Needs a second look with him back in some sort of form and he goes well in the mud.
10	10 (10) (6/1 -20%) My Fortune	6 6/1(-20%)	(10) My Fortune 6/1, Outpaced but improved when fourth, beaten 33l, in a novice hurdle at Kempton last time, and looked in need of further. Trainer is in form, he is effective at 2m on good ground, and may do better in time now handicapping. May approve of this first crack at a handicap after struggling in novices over shorter.
1	1 (1) (7/1 +13%) Unleash The Beast	7 7/1(+13%)	(1) Unleash The Beast 7/1, Bit below form and needed the run when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Chepstow last time. Returns from a short break, is effective at 2m and acts with cut, and should come on for that reappearance. Probably has to improve for the longer trip but pedigree offers hope in that respect.
4	4 (4) (7/1 +22%) Moorland Rambler	7 7/1(+22%)	(4) Moorland Rambler 7/1, Returned to form when third, beaten 13l, in a lower-grade handicap hurdle at Exeter last time, a favoured venue. Effective at 2m–2m4f and acts on heavy and good ground, but remains inconsistent. Behind Shuil Ceoil last time at Exeter and wouldn't be certain to back that up.
12	12 (12) (10/1 +29%) Catboy	10 10/1(+29%)	(12) Catboy 10/1, Again ran to a poor level when finishing down the field in a handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter last time. Effective at 2m–2m4f, but is out of form. Dropped to a dangerous mark and this 6yo could stage a revival at some point.
3	3 (3) (14/1 +30%) Windsor Blue	14 14/1(+30%)	(3) Windsor Blue 14/1, Disappointing handicap debut when fourth, beaten 30l, in a handicap hurdle here last time. Effective at 2m5f and acts on good ground, but needs more to defy what looks a stiff mark. 28-1 for handicap debut over C&D and there was no improvement in that run; down only 2lb.
7	7 (7) (16/1 -33%) Moonlightinthepark	16 16/1(-33%)	(7) Moonlightinthepark 16/1, Ran to form when well beaten in a novice hurdle at Haydock last time. Wears a tongue-tie for the first time, is effective at 2m and acts on soft and good to soft ground, with a longer trip expected to suit now handicapping. She's just the type who could raise her profile in handicaps; raised in distance.
6	6 (6) (16/1 -14%) Times A Wastin	16 16/1(-14%)	(6) Times A Wastin 16/1, Produced his best run to date when fifth in a handicap hurdle at Hereford last time. Effective at 2m–3m on a sound surface, and his mark continues to ease. He'll need more and this longer trip isn't an obvious positive on ground this slow.
9	9 (9) (16/1 -14%) Ocean Walz	16 16/1(-14%)	(9) Ocean Walz 16/1, Again ran to a moderate level when comfortably held in a maiden hurdle at Worcester last time. Effective at 2m and acts on soft and good ground, and may do better now going handicapping. Could raise his game now into handicaps but a lengthy absence is not ideal.
11	11 (11) (33/1 +0%) Getaway Sam	33 33/1(+0%)	(11) Getaway Sam 33/1, Made too much use of when pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Hereford last time. Effective at 2m in bumpers, but has all to prove over hurdles. Tired when pulling up before two out on handicap debut at Hereford (3m1f, soft).
13	13 (13) (33/1 +34%) Outback Frontiers	33 33/1(+34%)	(13) Outback Frontiers 33/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Windsor last time and was well below form, having not been helped by slipping. Returns from a short break, is effective at 2m–2m4f on a sound surface, but a bounce back is required. Returns to hurdling (dual winner) from 7lb out of the weights and that's not ideal.
5	5 (5) (50/1 -52%) Lion Of The Desert	50 50/1(-52%)	(5) Lion Of The Desert 50/1, May not have stayed when finishing down the field in a handicap hurdle at Taunton last time after stepping up in trip. Effective at 2m–2m4f and acts on yielding and good ground, but more is needed for his new yard. Not had a lot of racing and was perhaps stretched by 3m at Taunton last time.

LTO Selection:

It's easy to assume that FOLLOWING CHAPTER has more to offer after he overcame a bit of greenness to score decisively at Warwick's New Year's Eve fixture. That was the six-year-old's best performance so far and an 8lb rise appears to leave him with room for manoeuvre on just his third start in handicap company. Shuil Ceoil (second) and Moorland Rambler (third) plugged on to fill the frame behind a ready winner at Exeter last month. They might find the same fate awaits here.

Clearcut Warwick winner FOLLOWING CHAPTER (nap) could easily be progressive enough to deal with an 8lb rise.

16:07 Ludlow (Class 5) 21f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:15 Kempton (Class 6) 6f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
4	4 (4) (7/2 -5%) Respectable Jack	3.5 7/2(-5%)	(4) Respectable Jack 7/2, Best work late, ran to form down in trip beaten 1/4l off this mark here last time; blinkers first time; effective at 6/7f, acts on GS and AW; inconsistent but threat off this mark if getting stiff test. Two of his better runs have come over C&D; won't need much improvement for new blinkers.
3	3 (3) (7/2 +46%) Initial Blue	3.5 7/2(+46%)	(3) Initial Blue 7/2, Too keen but just about back to form when beaten 3l off a 1lb higher mark at Southwell last time. Blinkers are applied for the first time; effective at 6/7f, with all worthwhile form on all-weather. Enough encouragement in his last two starts to enter the reckoning; new headgear this time.
1	1 (1) (7/2 -17%) Magna	3.5 7/2(-17%)	(1) Magna 7/2, Ran to form when second beaten a neck off 55 last time, same mark here; effective 6-8f, acts best on AW; progressing since dropped back to sprint trips, may have bit more to offer. Two wins and a close second from last three starts; drawn wide but respected all the same.
2	2 (2) (9/2 +55%) Man On A Mission	4.5 9/2(+55%)	(2) Man On A Mission 9/2, Again below form when beaten 5l in a handicap here last time. Effective at 5/6f, with recent efforts disappointing since returning from an absence. C&D winner on a good mark; running himself back into form; should go well.
9	9 (9) (6/1 +8%) Dr Ali	6 6/1(+8%)	(9) Dr Ali 6/1, Best work late, ran to form landing a handicap by a neck off a 1lb lower mark here last time; effective 6/7f, all recent form on AW; mark fair still, can go well. Narrow C&D win 16 days ago; 1lb rise not beyond him if returning in the same form.
6	6 (6) (13/2 +0%) Porfin	6.5 13/2(+0%)	(6) Porfin 13/2, Ran to form when third, beaten 1 1/4l off 52 last time, and runs from the same mark here. Effective at 6/7f and acts on all-weather, with another solid run possible. In good form last month and he should appreciate dropping back into 0-55 company.
7	7 (7) (10/1 +0%) Cuban Fiesta	10 10/1(+0%)	(7) Cuban Fiesta 10/1, Back to form when beaten 1 1/4l off this mark at Lingfield last time. Effective at 7/8f and has a chance from the same mark as latest. Back to form when 2nd at Lingfield 11 days ago; fair mark but the drop to 6f is the query.
5	5 (5) (12/1 -71%) Alashos	12 12/1(-71%)	(5) Alashos 12/1, A bit below form when beaten 4l off a 1lb higher mark at Lingfield last time. Suited by 6f but needs more to be competitive. Not really fired for this yard but drops into his first 0-55 & has the ability to feature.
8	8 (8) (28/1 +15%) Friday Again	28 28/1(+15%)	(8) Friday Again 28/1, Below form when tried in cheekpieces, beaten 9 1/2l in a handicap at Lingfield last time. Effective at 6/7f on all-weather but needs more. Well short of her best on her last four starts; drops back in trip with plenty to prove.
11	11 (11) (50/1 -25%) Purpendicular	50 50/1(-25%)	(11) Purpendicular 50/1, Again below form when upped in trip and beaten 8l in a classified race at Southwell last time. The trainer is in form, but she has yet to show much and is hard to make a case for. Poor form in her six starts; not easily recommended.
10	10 (10) (66/1 -32%) Liricist	66 66/1(-32%)	(10) Liricist 66/1, Too keen and below form when finishing down the field in a handicap at Lingfield most recently. Effective at 7f, easing in the weights but needs more and remains unproven on all-weather. Sprung a 66-1 surprise at Chepstow as a 2yo; well beaten in three runs last year.

LTO Selection:

Dr Ali accounted for Magna by a neck over track and trip last month and it would be no surprise to see him confirm that form, despite the revised terms. Man On A Mission lurks on a tempting mark and is noted, but CUBAN FIESTA gets the vote. The five-year-old produced an improved display to take the silver medal home over 7f at Lingfield and can cope with this drop in trip to go one better.

Man On A Mission is feared but this may be RESPECTABLE JACK's day. He can reverse recent C&D placings with Dr Ali and Magna.

16:15 Kempton (Class 6) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:23 Newcastle (Class 6) 10f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
4	4 (4) (11/4 +8%) Saxophonic	2.75 11/4(+8%)	(4) Saxophonic 11/4, Showed little when finishing down the field in a novice at Wolverhampton last time. Bred for middle distances and a big, strong sort who cost 625,000gns, he may need further to realise his potential. Fine pedigree but modest form in 3 runs at up to 8.6f; potential improver on h'cap debut.
3	3 (3) (3/1 +14%) Onyeisi	3 3/1(+14%)	(3) Onyeisi 3/1, Won by a head off a 4lb lower mark at Chelmsford in November and ran to form when second, beaten 1/2l off 60, 1lb lower than today. Suited by 10f and very consistent since blinkers were applied. Series of good runs since headgear went on; should be in the thick of it once more.
6	6 (6) (4/1 +0%) Trust No One	4 4/1(+0%)	(6) Trust No One 4/1, Won here by 1/2l off a 3lb lower mark two starts ago and ran to form when third, beaten 2l off this mark, last time. Blinkers are tried for the first time and he remains consistent. C&D winner; finished behind Onyeisi latest (1m4f); now tried in blinkers.
9	9 (9) (11/2 +0%) Lope Harswell	5.5 11/2(+0%)	(9) Lope Harswell 11/2, Made late gains when landing a handicap here by a nose off a 1lb lower mark last time. Effective at 7f or 8f, perhaps better over the latter, she is quite small, exposed but game. Forced a dead-heat over 7f here in December; needs more for today's additional distance.
7	7 (7) (15/2 +17%) Mr Nippy	7.5 15/2(+17%)	(7) Mr Nippy 15/2, Probably wanted a stiffer test when fourth, beaten 7l, in a nursery here last time. Off a short break and bred for 8f or further; in form and still early days so could improve now upped in trip. Consistent rather than progressive as a 2yo; encouragement for this new trip on pedigree.
2	2 (2) (9/1 +44%) Farabove The Limit	9 9/1(+44%)	(2) Farabove The Limit 9/1, Had a wide trip and lacked a bit of pace when beaten 5 1/4l in a nursery at Southwell last time. Needs a stiff test at 1m and his overall form is tricky to weigh up. Encouraging stable debut here in November but failed to build on it next time; up in trip.
10	10 (10) (10/1 -18%) Sunday Sinatra	10 10/1(-18%)	(10) Sunday Sinatra 10/1, Stayed 10f off a slow pace and ran to form when beaten 1 1/2l off this mark here last time. Cheekpieces are applied for the first time and he has found his level at this trip. Behind two of these over C&D on handicap debut but it was more promising; headgear on now.
5	5 (5) (12/1 +0%) Very Demure	12 12/1(+0%)	(5) Very Demure 12/1, Produced a poor effort for no apparent reason when comfortably held in a maiden at Chelmsford last time. Likely to want 8-10f but has plenty to prove with her recent form going the wrong way. Down the field in three 1m AW runs; needs improvement for new trip now handicapping.
8	8 (8) (20/1 +0%) Wicksey	20 20/1(+0%)	(8) Wicksey 20/1, Outpaced but improved before finishing well beaten in a novice here last time, looking in need of a stiffer test. Usually held up, he is off a short break and yet to show any ability on stable debut. First sign of ability on AW debut latest; up in trip for handicap debut; bred to do better.

LTO Selection:

Saxophonic has failed to land a blow in his three appearances so far, but could prove a different proposition as he takes a step up in trip on his handicap bow. Lope Harswell struck over 7f here in December and is one to watch, but the one who appeals most is ONYEISI. Runner-up in each of his last three outings, Charlie Johnston's three-year-old looks to have been found a good opportunity to go one better.

Having been banging at the door this year, ONYEISI can return to winning ways. Wicksey and Saxophonic are also of interest.

16:23 Newcastle (Class 6) 10f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:28 Sedgefield (Class 5) 19f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
6	6 (6) (2/1 -14%) Jukebox Joker	2 2/1(-14%)	(6) Jukebox Joker 2/1, Returned to form when landing a handicap by 3l off a 5lb lower mark at Warwick last time, down in trip and back from a break. Effective over 2 1/2m; inconsistent, but could progress now he has won. Came good on recent seasonal debut at Warwick and is open to further improvement.
2	2 (2) (10/3 -33%) Getaway With You	3.333333 10/3(-33%)	(2) Getaway With You 10/3, Scored by 7 1/2l off a 10lb lower mark at Lingfield in December and ran to form when second, beaten 1 1/2l, off 95 last time. Effective over 2m4f-3m and acts on heavy and good to soft. Much improved since cheekpieces were refitted in autumn (three wins); likely contender.
3	3 (3) (7/2 +56%) Peckforton Hills	3.5 7/2(+56%)	(3) Peckforton Hills 7/2, Below form when stepped up in trip and never put into the race when well beaten in a novice hurdle at Newbury last time. Cheekpieces are applied for the first time; effective at 2m1f and acts on soft. Well beaten in three novice hurdles but ought to me much more competitive in this handicap.
1	1 (1) (11/2 +21%) Thank You Blue	5.5 11/2(+21%)	(1) Thank You Blue 11/2, Made mistakes and was never threatened when finishing down the field in a handicap hurdle at Catterick last time. Effective over 2-2 1/2m and acts on good ground, but needs to bounce back from that effort. Back on a good mark and might have needed last month's run but is not straightforward.
4	4 (4) (13/2 +46%) Ruler Legend	6.5 13/2(+46%)	(4) Ruler Legend 13/2, Did not find much after looking a big threat when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Wetherby last time, possibly not staying on easy ground. Effective over 2m on a sound surface, with stamina still to prove. Just 1-13 over hurdles but arguably ran better than bare form suggests on stable debut.
8	8 (8) (12/1 -20%) Kellie's Dream	12 12/1(-20%)	(8) Kellie's Dream 12/1, Did not find much after racing freely and jumping poorly when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Carlisle last time. Returns from a short break; effective around 2m and acts on soft and good to soft, but out of form since moving from Ireland. Safely held after racing too freely on both outings this season; tongue-tie refitted.
5	5 (5) (14/1 -17%) Port Or Starboard	14 14/1(-17%)	(5) Port Or Starboard 14/1, Continued in moderate form when fourth, beaten 21l, in a handicap hurdle at Ffos Las last time. Effective at 2m and acts on soft and good ground, but needs more and does not look the force of old. Out of form over 2m this season but on very good mark and worth a glance in the betting.
9	9 (9) (20/1 -25%) Uncle Mac	20 20/1(-25%)	(9) Uncle Mac 20/1, Had too much to do and was unsuited by the drop in trip when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Carlisle last time, needing the run. Returns from a long layoff; effective over 2 1/2-3m but remains a maiden with plenty to prove. 0-11 under all codes and absent since low-key chase run last April.

LTO Selection:

Getaway With You hasn't finished outside the top three in each of his last seven starts, most recently filling the runner-up spot at Fakenham, and is likely to be thereabouts. The booking of Brian Hughes on handicap debutant Peckforton Hills is interesting, but JUKEBOX JOKER might be the one. Evan Williams' charge went in by three lengths in this class at Warwick and can defy a 5lb rise to record a double.

This might go to JUKEBOX JOKER, who returned from a layoff with a recent Warwick win and still has scope for further progress.

16:28 Sedgefield (Class 5) 19f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:42 Ludlow (Class 4) 23f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
2	2 (2) (8/11 -36%) Barton Snow	0.727273 8/11(-36%)	(2) Barton Snow 8/11, Made a pleasing return when easily winning a ladies' open point at Sheriff Hutton by 30l last time. Effective at 2m-2m7f under rules and retains significant potential. Strong chance. Unbeaten in hunter chases after completing a hat-trick between March and May of last year.
4	4 (4) (9/4 0%) Jeffery's Cross	2.25 9/4(0%)	(4) Jeffery's Cross 9/4, The yard won this race last year. Ran to form when second, beaten 9 1/2l, in a handicap chase here last time. Effective from 3m-4m1f and generally consistent. Has been handicapping; he's a hunter chase winner with the form to be very competitive.
3	3 (3) (11/2 +39%) What A Glance	5.5 11/2(+39%)	(3) What A Glance 11/2, Modest effort when beaten 5l in an open point at Larkhill last time. Returns from a short break and is effective at 3m+. Formerly useful in this sphere and not ruled out. Proven in hunter chases and didn't run too badly after an absence at Larkhill.
1	1 (1) (10/1 +44%) Bardenstown Lad	10 10/1(+44%)	(1) Bardenstown Lad 10/1, Pulled up in a hunter chase at Newton Abbot last time. Returns from a long layoff and is best around 3m on a sound surface. May just need this outing. Capable on his day but badly let down by his jumping on last two starts.
6	6 (6) (33/1 +50%) Rewritetherules	33 33/1(+50%)	(6) Rewritetherules 33/1, Pulled up in a mens open at Chaddesley Corbett last time. Has shown effectiveness at 2m4f-3m in points but has a bit to prove here. Beaten at odds of 2-5 in his penultimate point and was pulled up in the next.
5	5 (5) (100/1 -52%) Prohus Yank	100 100/1(-52%)	(5) Prohus Yank 100/1, Pulled up in a restricted point at Kingston Blount last time. Returns from a long layoff and is effective at 2m4f-3m in points. Has a bit to find on hunter chase debut. 2-13 in points; belated first run over regulation fences; held by Barton Snow.

LTO Selection:

After six wins in his last seven starts in hunter chases and point-to-points, BARTON SNOW is impossible to overlook. A slight concern is that he's only raced once since May, but he won by a distance at Sheriff Hutton last month and the signs were all positive. The consistent Jeffery's Cross is the pick of the rest based on his best form under Rules. This represents a big drop in class and he must be taken seriously. What A Glance completes the shortlist.

Jeffery's Cross is big danger back at this level and What A Glance isn't dismissed, but BARTON SNOW has momentum behind him.

16:42 Ludlow (Class 4) 23f PREDICTION SIMULATION

17:00 Newcastle (Class 6) 6f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
2	2 (2) (11/8 +21%) Teardrops	1.375 11/8(+21%)	(2) Teardrops 11/8, Scored by 1 1/2l off a 5lb lower mark here two runs ago. Bit free off a modest gallop but ran to form when second beaten 1 1/4l off 60 last time, the same mark here. Improved for blinkers and ideally suited by this C&D; latest 2nd was behind thriving rival.
7	7 (7) (9/2 +25%) East Tyrone	4.5 9/2(+25%)	(7) East Tyrone 9/2, Had too much to do after missing the break and meeting trouble, but still ran to form when beaten a length off this mark at Wolverhampton last time. Suited by 6f and has a good chance. Won a 6f classified event last month and followed it with two solid handicap runs; chance.
8	8 (8) (5/1 +0%) Laurens Dream	5 5/1(+0%)	(8) Laurens Dream 5/1, Ran to form when second beaten 1 1/4l in a classified race at Southwell last time. Blinkers are applied for the first time. Fair mark back in a handicap and is a contender again. 2nd in three 7f classified events last month; return to Newcastle/new headgear could help.
5	5 (5) (11/2 +8%) Penny Mountain	5.5 11/2(+8%)	(5) Penny Mountain 11/2, Scored by 2l off a 3lb lower mark here three starts ago. Outpaced and never threatened when sixth beaten 4l off 55 last time, now 1lb lower. Progressing until that run. C&D winner; not at best behind Teardrops last time and she needs a career best.
1	1 (1) (6/1 -20%) Captain Vallo	6 6/1(-20%)	(1) Captain Vallo 6/1, Ran to current form when beaten 2 1/4l off a 1lb higher mark here last time. Suited by 6f and may not get 7f. Back on his last winning mark but a bounce back is required. Three of his five wins have come over C&D; fair 4th in a better race latest; solid claims.
6	6 (6) (13/2 -8%) Asadjumeirah	6.5 13/2(-8%)	(6) Asadjumeirah 13/2, Won this race last year. Had too much to do when beaten 3l off a 1lb higher mark here last time. Effective over 6f on this surface but must bounce back after some moderate runs. Three C&D wins last year included this race; each-way claims once more.
3	3 (3) (16/1 +0%) Mersea	16 16/1(+0%)	(3) Mersea 16/1, Never threatened when beaten 8 1/4l in a handicap here last time. Had been in good form prior and enjoys making it, but is best at 5f and has lost form. Out of sorts this winter but she takes a big drop in grade and needs a market check.
4	4 (4) (40/1 +0%) Howzak	40 40/1(+0%)	(4) Howzak 40/1, Found nil when finishing down the field in a handicap here most recently. Tongue-tie is applied for the first time. Enjoys making it and is effective over 5/6f but is currently out of sorts. Down the field in two runs in December after an absence; now tried in a tongue-tie.

LTO Selection:

TEARDROPS has improved 15lb since November, recording three C&D victories during that time, and finished a good second over track and trip on his latest outing. Competing off an unchanged mark, the four-year-old can continue on his upward curve. Laurens Dream sports first-time blinkers after finding one too good in a classified stakes at Southwell and won't have any issues dropping back a furlong in trip. Asadjumeirah looks best of the rest.

Plenty of possibles but TEARDROPS may not have finished improving and he can get the better of the class-dropping Captain Vallo.

17:00 Newcastle (Class 6) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

17:30 Newcastle (Class 6) 6f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
2	2 (2) (2/1 -14%) Spartan Fighter	2 2/1(-14%)	(2) Spartan Fighter 2/1, Yard won this race last year and he ran to form when benefiting from an easy lead, showing a willing attitude to land a handicap here by 1 1/4l off a 5lb lower mark last time. Effective at 6/7f and still on a workable mark. Completed a C&D hat-trick last month; up another 5lb but thriving and can't ignore.
6	6 (6) (11/4 -10%) Yorkshire Glory	2.75 11/4(-10%)	(6) Yorkshire Glory 11/4, Improved on recent efforts when benefiting from a relatively easy lead in first-time cheekpieces, landing a handicap here by a neck off a 2lb lower mark last time. Effective over 6–8f, generally in good form and a contender once again. Three C&D wins this winter and only gone up 6lb; should remain competitive.
5	5 (5) (7/2 +36%) Pit Boss	3.5 7/2(+36%)	(5) Pit Boss 7/2, Had too much to do behind an all-the-way winner but still ran to form when beaten 1 1/4l off this mark here last time. Effective at 6/7f; a frustrating maiden but his mark looks reasonable. Exposed 20-race maiden; several good runs this winter but others preferred for the win.
7	7 (7) (15/2 +0%) Flash The Dash	7.5 15/2(+0%)	(7) Flash The Dash 15/2, Was far too free when stepped back up in trip and beaten 8l in a handicap at Southwell last time. Had been in good form previously, the trainer is in form and he is usually held up, but needs to bounce back after a couple of below-par runs. Conditions no problem and back to last winning mark; disappointing last time.
8	8 (8) (15/2 +0%) Fircombe Hall	7.5 15/2(+0%)	(8) Fircombe Hall 15/2, Ran to form and did best of those coming from off the pace when beaten 2 1/2l off a 1lb higher mark here last time. Effective at 6f, a past course-and-distance winner and arrives in form. Run creditably in races won by reopposing rivals this winter; each-way shout.
4	4 (4) (9/1 +44%) Atomic Mass	9 9/1(+44%)	(4) Atomic Mass 9/1, Did not find much when beaten 8l in a handicap at Southwell last time. Effective at 5/6f but a bounce back is required after a series of poor efforts. Not at best since October and others have more appealing claims.
3	3 (3) (12/1 -9%) Spirited Dancer	12 12/1(-9%)	(3) Spirited Dancer 12/1, Needed the run after a wind operation when beaten 5 1/4l in a handicap at Wolverhampton last time. This is her second run after the procedure; she has dropped markedly in the weights and needs to leave that reappearance form behind. Latest effort (after wind op and break) was more encouraging; could take a step forward.
1	1 (1) (33/1 +0%) Bearwithus	33 33/1(+0%)	(1) Bearwithus 33/1, Far too free, lit up by a first-time visor and made too much use of when finishing down the field in a handicap at Naas last time. Effective at 7f but her form tailed off in Ireland last year and she has plenty to prove. Promise in one 2yo run but struggled in 2025; sold 1,400gns since latest; enough to prove.

LTO Selection:

It's hard to get away from SPARTAN FIGHTER, who completed a C&D hat-trick last month and is now 5lb higher. Based on the manner of his most recent success, the son of Dutch Art can go in again. Yorkshire Glory finished fourth behind the selection prior to sporting first-time cheekpieces to score over track and trip, He has to be considered along with Pit Boss, who is still in search of a first career victory.

Several intertwined formlines on show. Spartan Fighter is feared once more but SPIRITED DANCER is taken to build on her latest run.

17:30 Newcastle (Class 6) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

18:00 Newcastle (Class 6) 6f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 (1) (11/8 +8%) Bibendum	1.375 11/8(+8%)	(1) Bibendum 11/8, Scored by 2l off a 4lb lower mark here in November and ran to form when fourth, beaten 2 1/2l, off 61 last time. Trainer is in form and he is effective over 5f and 6f, with a step back up in trip possibly suiting. 5f win here in November; solid effort in a better race last time; one to consider.
3	3 (3) (4/1 +20%) Spun To Gold	4 4/1(+20%)	(3) Spun To Gold 4/1, Scored by a nose off a 1lb higher mark here in November and is partnered by a top course jockey. Effective over 6f and 7f, but his last four starts have been disappointing, although he is now below his last winning mark. AW hat-trick last autumn; off the boil more recently but back below his last winning mark.
4	4 (4) (11/2 -22%) Rajstar	5.5 11/2(-22%)	(4) Rajstar 11/2, Was far too free and did not stay when comfortably held in a novice here last time. Effective at 7f and looked useful on Irish debut, but he has yet to deliver for his new yard. Debut 6th represents strong form; no show in two 1m runs for new yard; this more suitable.
7	7 (7) (6/1 -33%) Wingstar	6 6/1(-33%)	(7) Wingstar 6/1, Probably a better effort when fourth, beaten 11l, in a novice at Wolverhampton last time. She seems to stay 9f but still looks green under pressure and may rate more highly in time. Unexposed handicap debutante; drop in trip should suit on pedigree; betting to guide.
6	6 (6) (7/1 +30%) Pebble Dash	7 7/1(+30%)	(6) Pebble Dash 7/1, Did not stay when stepped up in trip and beaten 10l in a handicap at Southwell last time. Effective over 6f and 7f, but his form has been inconsistent. Unplaced all eight starts but has shown promise; return of headgear needs to help.
8	8 (8) (15/2 +6%) Yaahobby	7.5 15/2(+6%)	(8) Yaahobby 15/2, The yard won this race last year. He was far too free when beaten 7 1/4l in a handicap here last time, having been in good form prior. Effective over 6f to 8f, he is on a competitive mark but remains unreliable. On a losing run and he's blown hot and cold since October; minor money perhaps best hope.
5	5 (5) (12/1 +40%) Mighty Power	12 12/1(+40%)	(5) Mighty Power 12/1, Below form again when well beaten in a handicap at Ffos Las last time. His recent efforts suggest he is regressing and he needs a marked revival to become competitive. Out of sorts last year but handicapper has given him a big chance on AW.

LTO Selection:

Bibendum and Spun To Gold have decent records at this venue, but recent efforts would have been costly to follow. Yaahobby likes it here too, although he is 1lb wrong at the weights and carries the associated risk. With all that considered, a chance is taken that the well-bred RAJSTAR leaves his past form behind to make a successful handicap debut over a trip that could prove ideal.

Bibendum should be involved but RAJSTAR might be worth chancing now making his handicap debut. His 2yo debut run reads well.

18:00 Newcastle (Class 6) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

18:30 Newcastle (Class 4) 6f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
8	8 (8) (4/5 -30%) Hayynah	0.8 4/5(-30%)	(8) Hayynah 4/5, Flattened out over a stretching trip when second, beaten 2 1/4l, in a maiden at Wolverhampton last time. Cheekpieces are applied for the first time and she looks suited by 6f, though not certain to stay further. The one to beat on form. Second 3 times as a 2yo; sets the standard but perhaps not straightforward; headgear today.
2	2 (2) (7/1 +36%) Bennyworth	7 7/1(+36%)	(2) Bennyworth 7/1, Last but not disgraced when beaten 7l in a novice at Lingfield on debut. Cheekpieces are applied for the first time, and as a big colt he should improve. Last of seven in a hot Lingfield novice (7f) 18 days ago; down in trip with headgear added.
10	10 (10) (12/1 +0%) Maybe Soon	12 12/1(+0%)	(10) Maybe Soon 12/1, Made good late headway from well back on a promising debut when 5l fourth in a novice at Southwell. Speedily bred but may stay 7f and should improve markedly. Green but kept on strongly for fourth on last month's Southwell debut (6f); more to come.
4	4 (4) (16/1 -33%) Stromness	16 16/1(-33%)	(4) Stromness 16/1, Very disappointing when upped in trip and comfortably held in a novice here last time. Sprint-bred and effective at 6f, may not stay 7f; could bounce back, though debut may flatter. Promise over C&D on debut; backwards step upped to 7f last time.
9	9 (9) (25/1 -25%) Lock'd Up Lane	25 25/1(-25%)	(9) Lock'd Up Lane 25/1, Head high under pressure and found little when beaten 5 1/4l in a 3yo race at Dundalk last time. Sprint-bred and has shown minor promise so far, and may have been green. Unplaced in two 6f runs in Ireland; likely best watched on stable debut.
7	7 (7) (200/1 0%) Evelyn's Garden	200 200/1(0%)	(7) Evelyn's Garden 200/1, Green early and ran a bit better on her second start, but still moderate when comfortably held in a novice here last time. Should be suited by 8-10f and is open to improvement upped in trip. 200-1 and down the field in two course runs last month; minor handicaps beckon.

LTO Selection:

With an official rating of 83, HAYYNAH could be hard to beat if she runs anywhere near that mark. It's worth noting that she was pitched into a Listed event on her penultimate start and time may tell that she encountered an above-average rival when she was turned over by a promising debutant subsequently. This is a realistic resumption point and the daughter of Showcasing will enhance her paddock value if successful. Champonie and Noble Gentleman are interesting newcomers to keep an eye on.

Hayynah sets the standard but she was expensive to follow as a 2yo. The well-bred newcomer CHAMPONIE is suggested as an alternative.

18:30 Newcastle (Class 4) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

19:00 Newcastle (Class 4) 5f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
4	4 (4) (7/4 +36%) Mission Command	1.75 7/4(+36%)	(4) Mission Command 7/4, Ran to form when beaten a length off this mark at Kempton last time. Effective over 5f and 6f, his mark has eased and he could build on that latest run now that he is proven on this surface. Good 3rd at Kempton last month (6f); this stiff 5f should suit; solid claims off good mark.
1	1 (1) (10/3 -11%) Arnhem	3.333333 10/3(-11%)	(1) Arnhem 10/3, Returned to form back down in trip when beaten a head off a 3lb lower mark here last time. Has a top course jockey booked, is effective at 5f but ideally wants 6f, and remains on a workable mark that could allow him to build on that effort. Not easy to win with but last month's C&D 2nd was his best form for some time; considered.
2	2 (2) (4/1 +11%) Monks Dream	4 4/1(+11%)	(2) Monks Dream 4/1, Ran to form when beaten 1/2l off this mark here last time. The trainer is in form, he is effective over 5f and 6f, and could be running back into form judged on that latest performance. Conditions to suit and capable at this level if things pan out favourably.
5	5 (5) (5/1 +9%) Castan	5 5/1(+9%)	(5) Castan 5/1, Ran to form when beaten a length off a 1lb lower mark at Southwell last time. Suited by 5f, he is in form, runs off his last winning mark, and holds a good chance on the back of recent efforts. Had a fine time of things in the last year; should be in the thick of the action again.
7	7 (7) (15/2 +25%) Brave Empire	7.5 15/2(+25%)	(7) Brave Empire 15/2, Had every chance but ran below form when beaten 3 1/2l off a 1lb higher mark at Wolverhampton last time. A visor is fitted for the first time, and while effective from 5f to 7f, his recent form has tailed off. Down in the weights but held in a lower grade since wind surgery last October.
3	3 (3) (15/2 -25%) King's Crown	7.5 15/2(-25%)	(3) King's Crown 15/2, Scored by 1/2l off a 2lb lower mark here three starts ago. Ran to form showing a willing attitude when fifth, beaten 3l off 78 last time, and is 1lb lower here, though the handicapper may have caught up. Two C&D wins this winter but last two runs have seen him finish behind reopposing rivals.
6	6 (6) (12/1 -20%) Hover On The Wind	12 12/1(-20%)	(6) Hover On The Wind 12/1, Scored by a head off a 3lb lower mark here on his penultimate start. Set it up for closers when seventh, beaten 3 1/4l off 71 last time, and remains on the same mark, having won off higher in the past. C&D win in December but only midfield behind King's Crown here last time.

LTO Selection:

Arnhem is a contender after a recent near-miss over C&D, although the still-enthusiastic 10-year-old went up 3lb and the burden of top weight does him no favours. The vote goes to MISSION COMMAND, whose last win (on turf) came off 5lb higher. Still unexposed on the all-weather, the Jennie Candlish-trained gelding is capable of getting his head in front again now back over the suitable minimum trip. King's Crown and Monks Dream complete the shortlist.

Most of these have something to recommend them but MISSION COMMAND (nap) may be the answer back at a stiff 5f. Castan is next best.

19:00 Newcastle (Class 4) 5f PREDICTION SIMULATION

19:30 Newcastle (Class 4) 8f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
9	9 (9) (11/10 +37%) Pendella	1.1 11/10(+37%)	(9) Pendella 11/10, Did not get the clearest run but finished best when runner-up, beaten 3/4l, in a novice at Southwell. Will improve, especially stepped up in trip. The clear form pick. Promising second over 7f on debut in December; 1m should suit; open to improvement.
1	1 (1) (18/1 +45%) Multaneighttothree	18 18/1(+45%)	(1) Multaneighttothree 18/1, Made a mildly promising debut when third, beaten 14l, in a novice here. Effective at 1m and should improve a little for that initial experience. Beaten 14l into third in a C&D novice last month; marked improvement required.
7	7 (7) (33/1 +0%) Star Of Emerald	33 33/1(+0%)	(7) Star Of Emerald 33/1, A brief threat before possibly not staying when fourth, beaten 11l, in a novice here last time. Bred for 1m and is open to improvement. Modest form in two 7f runs last month; yard in form but he needs major improvement to win.
3	3 (3) (100/1 +0%) Leysthorpe Star	100 100/1(+0%)	(3) Leysthorpe Star 100/1, Showed little when well beaten on debut in a maiden at Southwell. Off a short break and bred to be suited by 7f, so should do better. 33-1, slowly away and always behind on his Southwell debut in December (7f).
8	8 (8) (100/1 0%) Hero Fred's Lass	100 100/1(0%)	(8) Hero Fred's Lass 100/1, Outpaced throughout when well beaten in a maiden at Southwell on her only start. Sprint-bred but could not lay up over 7f and has all to prove. 66-1, slowly away and finished tailed off on her debut in December (7f); can't recommend.
2	2 (2) (200/1 +0%) Chin Chin Ginny	200 200/1(+0%)	(2) Chin Chin Ginny 200/1, Yet to show any real signs of ability. Bred to want 8-10f but has so far failed to show any talent. Finished last in two course runs 416 days apart; handicaps more suitable after this.
10	10 (10) (200/1 +20%) Spirit Of Tokyo	200 200/1(+20%)	(10) Spirit Of Tokyo 200/1, Yet to show any real signs of ability and looked irresolute under pressure on debut. Wide draw and temperament looks an issue. 200-1 and tailed off in two runs last month (7f/1m); no appeal.

LTO Selection:

SINTRA boasts a high-class pedigree, with his grand dam being the outstanding Goldikova, and Andrew Balding's colt makes plenty of appeal as he attempts to make a winning start to his career. Pendella finished second on her first appearance at Southwell in December and she is likely to step forward from that display, while Sovereign Bay is another newcomer who commands plenty of respect.

Pendella is open to improvement over 1m but SINTRA looks a likely newcomer and makes his debut for a stable going along well.

19:30 Newcastle (Class 4) 8f PREDICTION SIMULATION

20:00 Newcastle (Class 6) 8f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
6	6 (6) (5/2 +29%) That Lucas Fella	2.5 5/2(+29%)	(6) That Lucas Fella 5/2, Ran to form but was no match for an improving rival when second, beaten 5l, in a classified race here last time. Effective at 8-10f and described as back in form. 0-16 but second to easy winners in similar C&D events on his last two starts; in the mix.
7	7 (7) (10/3 -21%) Wrist Art	3.333333 10/3(-21%)	(7) Wrist Art 10/3, Ran to form when finishing third, beaten 1 1/4l, in a classified race at Lingfield on his most recent run. Suited by 8f, he is running back into form and looks well treated on old Irish efforts. Third at this level on his last two starts; needs to up his game to end long losing run.
1	1 (1) (9/2 -29%) Annalee Lass	4.5 9/2(-29%)	(1) Annalee Lass 9/2, Had too much to do after meeting trouble when third, beaten 3l, in a classified race here last time. Visor is worn for the first time, she is suited by 1m, and that form has since been franked, but she needs to build on it. Form of latest C&D third looks rock solid for the grade; new headgear; sound claims.
5	5 (5) (5/1 +23%) Sir Maxi	5 5/1(+23%)	(5) Sir Maxi 5/1, Ran to his current form when fourth, beaten 6l, in a classified race here on his latest start. Effective at 6-7f, but he has largely been in poor form. On the downgrade and only glimpses of retaining ability this winter; not a solid option.
2	2 (2) (7/1 -8%) I Can Boogy	7 7/1(-8%)	(2) I Can Boogy 7/1, Ran to form when fourth, beaten 3l, in a handicap at Leicester on her latest start. Usually held up, she could rate a little higher if ridden more positively. Two wins, including 1m on Tapeta, last year; absent since July but returns at a low level.
3	3 (3) (10/1 +17%) Marcello Si	10 10/1(+17%)	(3) Marcello Si 10/1, Was hampered when struggling and finished beaten 5 1/4l in a classified race here last time. A top course jockey takes over and he is effective at 7-8f, but a bounce back is needed. Three-time course winner; hopes rest on return of blinkers and Paul Mulrennan.
4	4 (4) (10/1 +17%) Pop Favorite	10 10/1(+17%)	(4) Pop Favorite 10/1, Never competitive after missing the break when beaten 8 1/2l in a classified race here last time. Usually held up, he has a wide draw, is suited by 8f, and is a Newcastle specialist, though his recent form has been in and out. Multiple C&D winner; yet to fire this winter, including in a similar C&D event last month.
8	8 (8) (12/1 +0%) Yorkstone	12 12/1(+0%)	(8) Yorkstone 12/1, Continued in poor form when beaten 8l in a classified race at Southwell last time, wearing first-time blinkers. Effective at 7-8f, but his form is going the wrong way. Down the field in two classified events last month; others look safer.

LTO Selection:

WRIST ART has turned a corner on his last couple of starts, with placed efforts at Wolverhampton and Lingfield, and the drop back to a mile appears to give James Owen's gelding a fine opportunity to gain a first success in the UK. Annalee Lass took a step back in the right direction when third here last month and a first-time visor may bring about improvement. That Lucas Fella and Sir Maxi complete the shortlist.

That Lucas Fella can go well again but ANNALEE LASS was a good third in a warm race of its type here last month and is preferred.

20:00 Newcastle (Class 6) 8f PREDICTION SIMULATION

20:30 Newcastle (Class 6) 8f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
3	3 (3) (2/1 +11%) Sea Legend	2 2/1(+11%)	(3) Sea Legend 2/1, Ran to form when beaten 1/4l off this mark here last time. Effective over 10/11f and on the all-weather. Unexposed at 1m and could build on that latest run, which has since been boosted. Poor strike-rate but latest C&D third was a solid effort; opposable for win purposes.
4	4 (4) (7/2 +13%) Concert Boy	3.5 7/2(+13%)	(4) Concert Boy 7/2, Scored by 4l off an 8lb lower mark here in December. Raced near side away from the action when fourth beaten 3 1/2l off 62 last time and runs from the same mark. Effective at 7/8f and suited by the all-weather. Strong claims given fine course record. Two course wins this winter and holding his form well; back down in class tonight; chance.
6	6 (6) (4/1 +0%) Pallas Lord	4 4/1(+0%)	(6) Pallas Lord 4/1, Ran to form when beaten a neck off this mark here last time. Effective at 7/8f and better on the all-weather. On a fair mark and running back into form. Banging at the door in recent starts, the latest on Saturday; another bold bid expected.
8	8 (8) (5/1 +69%) Montpellier Green	5 5/1(+69%)	(8) Montpellier Green 5/1, Below form when down the field in a handicap at Wolverhampton most recently. Has been tried between 5-16f this season without much success and has been out of form in 2025. Well treated on 2yo form; needs a market check dropped into Class 6 company.
5	5 (5) (11/2 +0%) Sherlock	5.5 11/2(+0%)	(5) Sherlock 11/2, Had every chance but ran below form when beaten 6l back up in trip in a handicap here last time. Had been in good form beforehand and the yard is going well. Effective at 7/8f but remains an inconsistent maiden. 0-17 and needs to bounce back from a quiet C&D run on New Year's Day; no headgear tonight.
1	1 (1) (11/2 -22%) Tasever	5.5 11/2(-22%)	(1) Tasever 11/2, Scored by a neck off a 3lb lower mark here in December. Outpaced and below form when sixth beaten 5l back down in trip off 64 last time, now 1lb higher. Effective at 7/8f, with recent form mainly on the all-weather and should remain competitive. Conditions to suit and one of the likelier winners dropping back down in class.
2	2 (2) (22/1 -22%) Maui Breeze	22 22/1(-22%)	(2) Maui Breeze 22/1, Far too free up in trip and did not stay when well down the field in a handicap here most recently. Drawn wide. Effective at 6-8f on the all-weather but remains inconsistent. One good run (C&D) and three poor ones for current yard; risky despite dropping in class.
9	9 (9) (28/1 +30%) Oh So Cool	28 28/1(+30%)	(9) Oh So Cool 28/1, Pulled up in a handicap at Catterick last time. Returns from a short break. Effective at 7f on the all-weather but is currently out of form. Poor form in seven runs last year; plenty to prove back from 99 days off.
7	7 (7) (33/1 +0%) Big Gypsy King	33 33/1(+0%)	(7) Big Gypsy King 33/1, Outpaced and unsuited by a drop in trip on return to the Flat when beaten 9l in a handicap at Wolverhampton last time. Drawn wide. Suited by 7f on the all-weather but in poor form in both codes. Struggled since her 7f win at Chelmsford last May; too much to prove at present.

LTO Selection:

PALLAS LORD has been knocking on the door recently, which includes him finishing a neck second over C&D last Saturday. The eight-year-old has Rhys Elliott's 3lb claim to aid his cause and that could help to make the difference as he bids to get back to winning ways. Concert Boy has been running with plenty of credit after scoring here in December. He enters the reckoning along with Sea Legend and Sherlock.

Pallas Lord and Concert Boy look set to go well again but TASEVER has conditions to suit and can come out on top.

20:30 Newcastle (Class 6) 8f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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How to use Tomform

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This is the 16:15 Kempton race from the video above backed at 28/1 earlier in the day.

About U.K Horse Racing

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There are two main types of horse racing in the UK: flat racing and jump racing. Flat racing is run on a level course and is typically shorter in distance, while jump racing involves horses jumping over obstacles and is generally longer in distance. Both types of racing are popular with spectators and bettors, and they take place at various racetracks throughout the country.

The most famous horse racing event in the UK is the Grand National, which is held annually at Aintree Racecourse in Liverpool. It is a jump racing event that is known for its challenging course and has become a national institution in the UK. Other notable horse racing events in the UK include the Derby, held at Epsom Downs Racecourse in Surrey, and the Royal Ascot, held at Ascot Racecourse in Berkshire.

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In addition to its economic and cultural importance, horse racing in the UK also plays a significant role in the breeding and training of thoroughbred horses. Many of the world's top thoroughbreds are bred and trained in the UK, and the industry plays a vital role in the preservation and promotion of the breed.

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