There are 28 Races Today across 4 meetings. There are 8 races at Naas, 7 races at Carlisle, 7 races at Limerick, 6 races at Exeter, use Tomform to help you find a winner.
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Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments | |
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1st (8) (4/1 +11%)Noble Nation |
4/1(+11%) | (8) Noble Nation 4/1, Won this last year; no obvious excuse down the field in a handicap at The Curragh most recent; effective 5-6f, suited by plenty of cut; form tailed off at end of last year, has had issues. Hacked up in this race last year, lost form subsequently, back on a reasonable mark. |
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2nd (16) (14/1 +65%)Exceeding |
14/1(+65%) | (16) Exceeding 14/1, No obvious excuse beaten 7 1/4l in a handicap at Dundalk last time; returning from a break; effective at 8f, acts on good, AW; hard to fancy on recent evidence with drop in trip a concern. Has won only one of his 26 starts, not a betting proposition from 6lb out of the handicap. |
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3rd (6) (5/1 +9%)Mickey The Steel |
5/1(+9%) | (6) Mickey The Steel 5/1, Ran to form back from break beaten 2l off this mark at The Curragh last time; effective 5f, suited by cut; in form and should again be competitive. Useful sprinter in this grade, suited by heavy, 1 1/4l behind Tai Tam Bay last Sunday. |
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4th (1) (6/1 +40%)Magical Vision |
6/1(+40%) | (1) Magical Vision 6/1, Probably needed race beaten 5l in a handicap at The Curragh last time; in good form prior; returning from long layoff; effective 5-6f, suited by plenty of cut; consistent but needs to prove ability remains after multiple lay offs. Beat Mickey The Steel in this race in 2023, ran only once last season but not ruled out. |
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5th (12) (5/1 -43%)Tai Tam Bay |
5/1(-43%) | (12) Tai Tam Bay 5/1, Ran to form beaten a neck off a 2lb lower mark at The Curragh last time; effective at 6/7f, acts with cut and on AW, best in blinkers; back in form, mark fair, remain competitive. C&D winner two years ago, big chance following Curragh second ahead of Mickey The Steel. |
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6th (10) (10/1 -54%)Reposado |
10/1(-54%) | (10) Reposado 10/1, Ran to form beaten 1 1/4l off this mark at Dundalk last time; effective 5/6f on soft, good and AW; could be running into form and well treated on old UK efforts. Worth considering on his recent AW second, not guaranteed to be effective on this ground. |
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7th (2) (7/1 +30%)Eichan San |
7/1(+30%) | (2) Eichan San 7/1, Back to form in first time cheekpieces just flattening out late up in trip when fourth beaten 6l in a maiden at Cork latest; effective 6-7f, acts on yielding, good; in fair form and mark looks fair; may find this on the sharp side. Ran well in three turf maidens last year, too keen over 1m on final outing, 6f may suit. |
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8th (15) (28/1 +15%)Unfamiliar |
28/1(+15%) | (15) Unfamiliar 28/1, Stayed 1m up in trip and ran to about form well beaten in a maiden at Dundalk latest; effective 7/8f, acts on AW; looks limited. Makes turf/handicap debut, rider's valuable 7lb claim is the main positive. |
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9th (7) (25/1 +38%)Zabriskie Point |
25/1(+38%) | (7) Zabriskie Point 25/1, Pulled up in a handicap at The Curragh latest where failed to stay 1m having gone off quickly; effective up to 7f with cut; slow starts an issue, needs more. Has plunged in the ratings, no encouragement from winter AW form, pulled up last Sunday. |
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10th (9) (25/1 +24%)Edmond Halley |
25/1(+24%) | (9) Edmond Halley 25/1, Disappointing up in class on handicap debut on testing ground down the field in a handicap at The Curragh most recent; cheekpieces first time; returning from a break; plenty of speed in pedigree; improvement needed. Ordinary form in maidens, in rear on only handicap attempt, cheekpieces tried now. |
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11th (14) (8/1 +50%)Fontaine Khaled |
8/1(+50%) | (14) Fontaine Khaled 8/1, Ran to form just flattening out late up in trip beaten 7 1/2l in an auction race here last time; effective 6f; opening mark fair; needs this drop in grade. Relatively unexposed, capable 7lb claimer aboard, stablemate Tai Tam Bay is more appealing. |
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12th (11) (16/1 -33%)Mehmar |
16/1(-33%) | (11) Mehmar 16/1, Far too free, did too much too soon beaten 3l in a claimer at Dundalk last time; top course jockey; suited by 6f, gets 7f, acts on sound surface; inconsistent, ground concerns. No fitness worries but needs to improve on recent AW form, would prefer quick ground. |
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13th (3) (18/1 +55%)Kilmood Susan |
18/1(+55%) | (3) Kilmood Susan 18/1, Didn't stay down the field in a handicap at The Curragh most recent; effective 5-7f, acts on good and with cut; inconsistent, flattered by maiden win. 5f winner on good for Danny Murphy last year, probably unsuited by 1m on stable debut. |
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14th (4) (125/1 -89%)Heart Of Eternity |
125/1(-89%) | (4) Heart Of Eternity 125/1, Never travelled down the field in a handicap at Dundalk most recent; blinkers first time; effective 7/8f, acts on good and good to firm; form going the wrong way. Half-sister to McLoven, weak AW form for this stable, some ability for Godolphin on turf. |
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15th (5) (33/1 -313%)Mc Loven |
33/1(-313%) | (5) Mc Loven 33/1, Did bit too much too soon but ran to form beaten 3l off a 1lb higher mark at Lingfield last time; enjoys making it; best at 5f, stays 6f, acts on soft, good to firm and AW; in decent form, well treated on UK efforts. Three wins in Britain, placed 12 times including on AW last month, could go well. |

MICKEY THE STEEL may be able to strike after a solid run on his comeback at the Curragh. The eight-year-old was third to Smoke Them Out over this trip and remains on the same mark. He can turn the tables on Tai Tam Bay, who was runner-up a week ago and only lost out by a neck so has to be a leading contender. She went up 2lb for that effort and doesn't have a claimer on board this time. Mc Loven is an interesting contender for Sean Davis. The Harry Angel gelding was a three-time winner in England, including on soft ground, and looks to have slipped to a nice mark.

Too keen when fourth over 1m at Cork on his final start last term, EICHAN SAN is tipped in the belief that this trip will suit better
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (1) (1/3 +50%)Rocking Man |
1/3(+50%) | (1) Rocking Man 1/3, Pulled up in River Don Novices' Hurdle (Grade 2) at Doncaster latest where went too fast; off a short-break; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on heavy and good to soft; unexposed, could bounce back down in class. Drops back markedly in trip/class; solid record prior to last time; top on the figures. |
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2nd (9) (25/1 -108%)Loving Look |
25/1(-108%) | (9) Loving Look 25/1, Far too free down the field in a handicap at Southwell most recent; trainer in form; multiple middle distance Flat winner; yard has done well with similar types; worth a market check ahead of debut. Hurdles debutante who has potential judged on her best Flat form. |
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3rd (11) (14/1 -75%)Earnest Belief |
14/1(-75%) | (11) Earnest Belief 14/1, Ran to form in first time blinkers when fourth beaten 3 1/4l in a handicap at Southwell latest; returning from a break; consistent in short Flat career over staying trips; worth following in the betting ahead of hurdle debut. Fair maiden on Flat for the Gosdens; related to a useful hurdler; could go well. |
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4th (10) (100/1 -100%)Ms Cindy Kate |
100/1(-100%) | (10) Ms Cindy Kate 100/1, Yard has won 2 of last 5 runnings of race; needed run on hurdle debut when fourth beaten 29l in a novice hurdle at Ayr latest; plenty to prove. Has failed to back up debut effort. |
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5th (4) (13/2 +0%)Forever Louie |
13/2(+0%) | (4) Forever Louie 13/2, Outpaced, improved from debut but looked in need of stiffer test when second beaten 6l in a novice hurdle here latest; tongue-tie first time; effective 2m1f; showed promise in bumpers and last time over hurdles, may do better over further in time. Runner-up over C&D last time; could go one better if tongue-tie prompts progress. |
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6th (3) (125/1 -89%)Caspada |
125/1(-89%) | (3) Caspada 125/1, Failed to build on debut down the field in a bumper at Newcastle most recent; off a short-break; effective 2m; showed minor promise in bumpers, needs more to figure now hurdling. Hurdles debutant who is one of the weaker contenders on form. |
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7th (2) (250/1 -25%)Art Dancer |
250/1(-25%) | (2) Art Dancer 250/1, Green, mistakes when well beaten in a maiden hurdle at Catterick latest; visor first time; effective 2m, acts on soft and good; showed promise in bumpers, lots to prove over hurdles. First-time headgear needs to make a big difference. |
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8th (8) (80/1 -142%)Dancing Diana |
80/1(-142%) | (8) Dancing Diana 80/1, Showed minor promise on debut but looked in need of stiffer test well beaten in a maiden bumper at Newcastle only start; off a short-break; should improve a little for initial experience, track could suit. Plenty to find on her bumper effort. |
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|PU| (7) (4/1 +0%)Thorneylands |
4/1(+0%) | (7) Thorneylands 4/1, Yard has won 2 of last 5 runnings of race; every chance, promising debut beaten 6l in a novice hurdle here last time; effective 2m; bumper form has been franked; knew job on debut but should progress a little. Solid effort in bumper; only midfield in C&D novice hurdles but remains open to progress. |

ROCKING MAN is difficult to oppose in the opener, despite Sam Thomas' charge having to concede weight to the field. Boasting smart bumper form, he won on his hurdling debut at Chepstow before a disappointing effort when upped in trip and grade at Doncaster. Now in these much calmer waters and eased in distance, he can get back on track and score at the expense of Thorneylands and Forever Louie.

Returned to calmer waters, ROCKING MAN is the pick on the figures. Thorneylands is second choice.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments | |
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1st (1) (1/1 -37%)Baby Kate |
1/1(-37%) | (1) Baby Kate 1/1, Yard won this last year; comfortably held in Quevega Mares Hurdle (Grade 3) at Punchestown last time where outstayed over 2 1/2m; cheekpieces first time; effective 2m-2m2f, acts on soft, good; Listed bumper winner may do better on better ground over hurdles but a big threat down in class here. 2m4f beyond her latest; back in trip here with cheekpieces tried and drops in class. |
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2nd (2) (6/5 +40%)Blue Waters |
6/5(+40%) | (2) Blue Waters 6/5, Yard has won 2 of last 5 runnings of race; ran to form comfortably held in Monksfield Novice Hurdle (Grade 3) at Navan last time; returning from a break; top jockey back on board; effective 2m, acts on soft, good; form of hurdle debut had knocks but threat in this class. Back from a break and will need the ground to dry out to be at her best. |
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3rd (3) (13/2 +19%)Eye Of A Tiger |
13/2(+19%) | (3) Eye Of A Tiger 13/2, Fell in a novice chase at Tramore latest when going ok; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on good; generally consistent over hurdles, needs drop back in grade but conditions a worry. Looks to have it to do at the weights and probably wants better ground. |

BABY KATE is tried in first-time cheekpieces, which might do the trick. A dual bumper winner, including once at Listed level at Cheltenham in November 2023, the seven-year-old has failed to match that level of ability over hurdles, but she is a useful performer who is suited by the distance and contests a winnable race. Blue Waters is rated just 3lb inferior but while she too is a bumper and maiden hurdle winner, she lacks a little of the selection's ability and would prefer better ground. Eye Of A Tiger can get the better of Miss Corby for third place.

This looks a match between BABY KATE and Blue Waters, the former narrowly preferred in first-time cheekpieces
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments | |
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1st (3) (9/2 +63%)Oh Cecelia |
9/2(+63%) | (3) Oh Cecelia 9/2, Below form for no obvious reason beaten 9 1/4l in a handicap at Dundalk last time; off a short-break; effective 5-7f, acts on soft, good and probably AW; below par last twice but fair mark on nursery form; interesting. Definite chance on her best turf form at two, two moderate AW runs, change of stable. |
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2nd (4) (13/2 +0%)Shadow Run |
13/2(+0%) | (4) Shadow Run 13/2, Ran to form beaten 10l in a maiden here last time; blinkers first time; top course jockey; speed in pedigree, consistent in maidens, could progress now handicapping. Ran in three maidens at 6f/7f last season, speedy pedigree, may improve with blinkers. |
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3rd (1) (13/2 -86%)Bay Of Supremacy |
13/2(-86%) | (1) Bay Of Supremacy 13/2, Ran to form 4 1/4l third in a nursery at Navan most recent run; suited by 5f with cut; could progress again for top yard but mark demands it. Made all for C&D nursery win on soft, third behind The Love Machine over 6f on final start. |
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4th (11) (8/1 +43%)Chirac |
8/1(+43%) | (11) Chirac 8/1, Outpaced down in trip down the field in a maiden at Dundalk most recent; significant jockey booking; off a short-break; probably needs 6f, seems to act on AW; nice mover, yet to show much. A glimmer of promise on the second of three AW runs, jockey booking is the main attraction. |
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5th (9) (20/1 -122%)Cisterna |
20/1(-122%) | (9) Cisterna 20/1, Didn't stay up in trip off a break down the field in a handicap at Dundalk most recent; effective 6f, further not certain to suit, acts on yielding and good; needs this drop back in trip. Best run at two was in a Cork nursery over 6f, failed to stay 7f at Dundalk last month. |
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6th (10) (16/1 -14%)Simmering Seas |
16/1(-14%) | (10) Simmering Seas 16/1, Ran to form beaten 4 1/4l in a nursery at The Curragh last time; usually held up; needs 6f at least; form in and out in short career; big ask back from lay off. Had a troubled passage on only nursery start for Donnacha O'Brien, potentially interesting. |
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7th (7) (10/1 +0%)Dream And Believe |
10/1(+0%) | (7) Dream And Believe 10/1, Again below debut level, up in trip well beaten in a maiden at Dundalk latest; returning from a break; breeding suggests 7/8f should suit; may do better now handicapping. Reportedly did not handle the surface at Dundalk last time, probably capable of better. |
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8th (15) (14/1 +36%)Iryna's Star |
14/1(+36%) | (15) Iryna's Star 14/1, Yard won this last year; bit below form beaten 9l in a claimer at Dundalk last time; wide draw; effective 7f, acts on AW; wearing tongue-tie of late and running as if breathing an issue. Modest form on AW, chance is not obvious but perhaps the switch to turf will do the trick. |
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9th (2) (22/1 -83%)Love Bomb |
22/1(-83%) | (2) Love Bomb 22/1, Did too much too soon lit up by first time visor well beaten in a nursery at Dundalk latest; returning from a break; wide draw; effective 5f, acts on yielding, good; form of nursery win franked, not at best on AW latest. Well beaten in two AW runs off a revised mark following a 5f turf nursery win on yielding. |
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10th (6) (20/1 -122%)Fortuity |
20/1(-122%) | (6) Fortuity 20/1, Never involved down the field in an auction race at Down Royal most recent; cheekpieces first time; wide draw; should improve a little now handicapping. No strong reason to believe this drop in trip will suit, cheekpieces may bring improvement. |
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11th (12) (9/2 +68%)Cause I Like You |
9/2(+68%) | (12) Cause I Like You 9/2, Yard won this last year; badly hampered 3f out, no chance after beaten 6 1/2l in a handicap at Dundalk last time; off a short-break; effective 5/6f, acts on AW; yet to show anything in handicaps but better than bare form of latest run. No experience on turf, plenty to find with Subiaco based on a Dundalk clash in January. |
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12th (5) (50/1 -178%)The Love Machine |
50/1(-178%) | (5) The Love Machine 50/1, Detached from start down the field in a handicap at Dundalk most recent; off a short-break; suited by 5/6f, acts on yielding and AW; poor last two starts. Sole win came at 6f on yielding, slowly away and never involved on stable debut at Dundalk. |
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13th (13) (20/1 +20%)He's Holding Court |
20/1(+20%) | (13) He's Holding Court 20/1, Made too much use of but better run well beaten in a maiden at Dundalk latest; bred for at least 8f; hint of ability last time and open to improvement. Three Dundalk runs over longer trips, hard to know what to expect at this trip. |
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14th (14) (28/1 -12%)Star Reign |
28/1(-12%) | (14) Star Reign 28/1, Never involved beaten 6l in a nursery at Down Royal last time; effective 5f on good; fair mark on spring maiden form, should build on return. Some promise in 5f maidens for Gordon Elliot, in rear on only nursery start, new yard now. |
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15th (8) (7/1 -100%)Subiaco |
7/1(-100%) | (8) Subiaco 7/1, Scored by 1 1/2l off a 7lb lower mark at Dundalk penultimate start; made a bit too much use of but good run fourth beaten 2l off 61 last time, same mark here; effective 5f, acts on good and AW; competitive mark. Won over this trip on AW/handicap debut, solid effort last time, first time on soft going. |

BAY OF SUPREMACY won a nursery on soft ground here last September and may be able to gain another C&D success on his return. The Johnny Murtagh-trained gelding was a solid third on his final start of last term, over slightly further, and Patrick McGettigan takes a useful 7lb off his back. Subiaco comes here fit from the all-weather and could be a danger, although soft ground would be a slight concern. Michael O'Callaghan has already been on the board this season and Shadow Run is one to note on his handicap debut. Colin Keane is booked and blinkers are applied.

Top weight BAY OF SUPREMACY was a C&D nursery winner on heavy last season and may prevail with the help of his rider's 7lb claim
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (5) (2/1 +64%)Ryebridge |
2/1(+64%) | (5) Ryebridge 2/1, Made too much use of up in trip back from a break, did best of those forcing pace when fourth beaten 19l in a handicap hurdle at Doncaster latest; effective 2m1f-2m4f, acts on good; has shown promise in novices and open to improvement in handicaps. Solid form last summer/autumn; seemed to need latest run; worth another chance. |
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1st (1) (10/1 -264%)Two Brothers |
10/1(-264%) | (1) Two Brothers 10/1, Outpaced, looked in need of stiffer test when fourth beaten 7 1/2l in a novice hurdle at Wetherby latest; stays 2m, acts on good to soft, soft; quite smart over 10f on the Flat at best and plenty to come hurdling, longer trip could suit. Opened hurdles mark is very attractive judged on best Flat form; possibilities. |
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3rd (3) (10/3 +26%)Constantinian |
10/3(+26%) | (3) Constantinian 10/3, Every chance, improved from debut just tiring late on up in trip when fourth beaten 13l in a novice hurdle at Market Rasen latest; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on good; improving over hurdles. Bumper winner; has made the frame in novice hurdles; open to progress in handicaps. |
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4th (10) (11/1 -83%)Rickety Gate |
11/1(-83%) | (10) Rickety Gate 11/1, Outpaced, ran to form 6 1/2l third in a handicap hurdle at Kelso most recent run; returning from a break; effective 2 1/2m on good, stiff tracks suit; in form, mark fair. Absent since autumn; successful over C&D last April and is nicely weighted. |
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5th (7) (12/1 -9%)Gaelic Glow |
12/1(-9%) | (7) Gaelic Glow 12/1, Up in trip, may not have stayed when comfortably held in a novice hurdle at Market Rasen last time; effective at 2m, acts on good; needs improvement. Shaped with promise on penultimate start; may improve now handicapping. |
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6th (6) (13/2 +0%)Camarrate |
13/2(+0%) | (6) Camarrate 13/2, Ran to form just outstayed late in strongly run race 12l third in a handicap hurdle at Doncaster most recent run; enjoys making it; effective 2m-2m3f, needs sound surface; bit more needed. Not certain to confirm last-time placings with Ryebridge, who is less exposed. |
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7th (8) (14/1 +36%)Fourofakind |
14/1(+36%) | (8) Fourofakind 14/1, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Sedgefield latest where never travelled; off a short-break; effective 2 1/2m, acts on soft and good; in moderate form for over a year and mark high. Chance depends on whether this first start of 2026 results in a turnaround. |
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8th (9) (20/1 +20%)Rafferty's Return |
20/1(+20%) | (9) Rafferty's Return 20/1, Continued in poor form when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Doncaster most recent; enjoys making it; effective 2m4f, suited by plenty of cut; form has tailed off but handicapper has relented. Defied higher marks two years ago; has failed to repeat the form since. |
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9th (4) (16/1 -191%)Karma De Cotte |
16/1(-191%) | (4) Karma De Cotte 16/1, Ran to form when fourth beaten 10l in a maiden hurdle at Newcastle latest; tongue-tie first time; effective 2m1f on good to soft; opening mark fair, likely get this bit further. Chance of winning may depend on whether the tongue-tie prompts improvement. |
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|PU| (2) (80/1 -142%)Highly Recommended |
80/1(-142%) | (2) Highly Recommended 80/1, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Kelso latest where didn't handle the heavy ground; usually held up; effective 2m-2m5f on a sound surface; novice winner with plenty to prove after long lay off. Lightly raced; has failed to complete in both runs for new stable. |

TWO BROTHERS is certainly very interesting in here on his handicap hurdle debut. A useful performer on the Flat, the eight-year-old has shaped with promise in a couple of Wetherby outings over timber in novice company and looks well treated off 110. Constantinian is also unexposed over hurdles and commands respect, while it's worth keeping a close eye on C&D winner Rickety Gate too.

The vote goes to RYEBRIDGE who could well show progress in this second run back from a break. Constantinian is second pick.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments | |
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1st (4) (25/1 -127%)Something Noble |
25/1(-127%) | (4) Something Noble 25/1, Well held on flat return in first time cheekpieces well beaten in a handicap at Roscommon latest; effective 2m, suited by cut; debut winner looks on stiff mark. 50-1 m'den hurdle winner; beaten 23l on Flat when last seen in Oct'; may get involved. |
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2nd (6) (16/1 -45%)Malikanna |
16/1(-45%) | (6) Malikanna 16/1, Outpaced, never threatened down the field in a maiden hurdle at Naas most recent; effective 2m, acts on yielding, good; may improve over further in time. Moderate bumper and hurdles form; enters h'cap company now which maybe can help. |
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3rd (1) (5/2 -33%)Lenjoleur De Palma |
5/2(-33%) | (1) Lenjoleur De Palma 5/2, Travelled, improved again just out-battled late by strong stayer beaten 2l off a 4lb lower mark here last time; this much easier; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on any; progressive for new yard. C&D winner off 13lb lower in Nov'; ran career best when runner-up in Listed contest here. |
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4th (5) (9/1 +44%)Marelly |
9/1(+44%) | (5) Marelly 9/1, Scored by a neck off a 6lb lower mark at Gowran Park three starts back; made too much use of ninth beaten 71l off 100 last time, 1lb lower here; effective 2m, needs give; back in form until latest, remains well treated on old efforts. Got first win since 2022 in Jan' off 93; tailed off at Gowran latest; form is in and out. |
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5th (7) (11/1 +8%)Minority Interest |
11/1(+8%) | (7) Minority Interest 11/1, Made too much use of on ground more testing than ideal down the field in a handicap hurdle at Gowran Park most recent; effective 2 1/2m, acts on soft, good; inconsistent. Bolted up in Gowran handicap but poor in last two runs; player if bouncing back. |
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6th (11) (15/2 +25%)Halsafari |
15/2(+25%) | (11) Halsafari 15/2, Returned to form down in class 3l third in a claiming hurdle at Clonmel most recent run; well treated back in a handicap; effective 2-2 1/2m, suited by cut; inconsistent since lay off but a threat if bringing best. Rolled back years with win in Nov'; blows hot and cold but just 3lb above winning mark. |
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7th (8) (7/1 +22%)Donnrua Dream |
7/1(+22%) | (8) Donnrua Dream 7/1, Scored by 2 1/2l off a 8lb lower mark here penultimate start; bit below form off revised mark sixth beaten 18l off 94 last time, 1lb lower here; best at 2m, suited by plenty of cut; remains well treated on old form but unreliable. Got first win in close to four years here before disappointing last time; hard to trust. |
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8th (2) (16/1 -167%)Crohan Lady |
16/1(-167%) | (2) Crohan Lady 16/1, Improved on handicap debut, not strongest ride beaten 2l off a 3lb lower mark at Thurles last time; effective 2m, acts on yielding and soft; consistent in short career, bit more to come. Improved for switch to h'caps last time when third; up 3lb but in the mix with a repeat. |
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9th (14) (33/1 +34%)Dream Shaper |
33/1(+34%) | (14) Dream Shaper 33/1, Fell in a handicap hurdle at Cork latest when beaten; returning from a break; effective 2m, suited by decent ground; exposed maiden, weak finisher. Unplaced in 25 starts; weakening and fell at two out at Cork last time at 66-1; unlikely. |
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10th (12) (7/1 +13%)Carlas Big Jim |
7/1(+13%) | (12) Carlas Big Jim 7/1, Ran to current form just tiring late on quick reappearance comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Gowran Park last time; effective at around 2 1/2m, wants some cut; out of form. 11lb below last winning mark but has struggled this term; 14l sixth at Gowran latest. |
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11th (3) (12/1 +64%)Free Flow |
12/1(+64%) | (3) Free Flow 12/1, Flattened out after late error down the field in a handicap hurdle at Naas most recent; effective 2m, acts on any; more needed to defy this mark. Thurles m'den hurdle winner last year has found it hard going in h'caps since. |
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12th (9) (11/1 +67%)Bohemian Bay |
11/1(+67%) | (9) Bohemian Bay 11/1, Too much to do after series of errors, looked in need of stiffer test comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Clonmel last time; may need more time and further than 2m over hurdles. Didn't jump with fluency when kept on for moderate 5th on h'cap debut; more needed. |
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13th (10) (9/1 +0%)Crafty Gael |
9/1(+0%) | (10) Crafty Gael 9/1, Probably needed race down the field in a handicap hurdle at Naas most recent; in good form prior; absent for very lengthy period; effective 2m, acts on good; generally consistent before lay off. 0-12 but placed several times; best watched after long absence and heavy ground won't suit. |

LENJOLEUR DE PALMA finished a good second in a Listed handicap here during Christmas and that form stands out. Eric McNamara's top-weight initially shaped with some promise in the UK but has shown improvement on his Irish starts and while he hasn't raced since December, he is open to further progression and seems ground-versatile. Donnrua Dream ended a long losing spell here last month and although well beaten subsequently, he is suited by testing ground. Eight-year-old winning pointer Crohan Lady ran well at Thurles last month and now goes for a different trainer.

A C&D winner before running a career best when runner-up in a Listed contest when last seen, LENJOLEUR DE PALMA can bag another win
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (1) (1/25 +0%)Kildinan Prince |
1/25(+0%) | (1) Kildinan Prince 1/25, Improved on stable debut back from break but looked in need of stiffer test when second beaten 7l in a novice hurdle at Ascot latest; effective 2m3f-3m, acts on good; Irish debut form franked, more to come for new yard when returned to staying trips; tough to oppose. Chased home very useful rival at Exeter last month and has a simple task here. |
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2nd (3) (12/1 +14%)Dalcassian Girl |
12/1(+14%) | (3) Dalcassian Girl 12/1, Far too free comfortably held in a novice hurdle here last time; effective 2m5f on heavy; may need more time. Well beaten in a bumper and two novice hurdles since switched to racing under rules. |
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3rd (2) (40/1 -100%)Sharp Tor |
40/1(-100%) | (2) Sharp Tor 40/1, Pulled up in a bumper at Taunton latest where too green to show anything; all to prove now hurdling. Struggled from fairly early stage when 250-1 for Taunton bumper last month. |

It is very hard to oppose KILDINAN PRINCE, who was second on his racecourse debut at Tipperary in May last year and filled the same position on his first start for Emma Lavelle at Ascot last month. A reproduction of either of those efforts is likely to see him get off the mark here. Dalcassian Girl and Sharp Tor make little appeal on all known form, but the former is the pick of the pair.

This should be a cakewalk for KILDINAN PRINCE, who ran to a fairly useful level of form when second in his first two hurdle races.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments | |
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1st (1) (13/8 +0%)Accredited |
13/8(+0%) | (1) Accredited 13/8, Very promising debut 2 1/2l fourth in a maiden at Dundalk first-time out; that form boosted several times; top course trainer; returning from a break; strong claims with significant improvement likely. Purchased for 1,000,000euros in May; 4th on Dundalk debut and entitled to improve. |
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2nd (6) (11/10 -21%)Sindagan |
11/10(-21%) | (6) Sindagan 11/10, Could not build on debut effort when fourth beaten 2 1/2l in a maiden at The Curragh latest; effective 7f; debut form looks good, looks competitive back from break. Belied 20-1 odds when third on debut; again ran well when fourth next time; big player. |
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3rd (2) (14/1 +58%)Galileo Noir |
14/1(+58%) | (2) Galileo Noir 14/1, Yard won this last year; moderate debut well beaten in a maiden at Dundalk only start; returning from a break; should be effective around 7/8f; improvement likely. Weakened into 7th when beaten 12.5l at Dundalk; drop in trip a plus but others preferred. |
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4th (3) (4/1 +64%)Kanzashi |
4/1(+64%) | (3) Kanzashi 4/1, Forced wide having missed the break, moderate debut effort beaten 10l in a maiden at Punchestown on debut; cheekpieces first time; top course jockey; outside chance if improving as expected. Towards rear in barrier trial and quiet enough rules debut'; gelded and cheekpieces on now. |
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5th (5) (50/1 -25%)Nicky Larson |
50/1(-25%) | (5) Nicky Larson 50/1, Moderate debut run well beaten in a maiden at Tipperary only start; needs to improve and unlikely to be suited by drop in trip. Never better than midfield on debut; others preferred.. |
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6th (4) (200/1 -300%)New Divide |
200/1(-300%) | (4) New Divide 200/1, Moderate debut but heavy ground well beaten in a maiden at The Curragh only start; sprint bred; should do better given sounder surface but conditions a worry here. Slowly away and weakened quickly on debut a week ago; hard to fancy after that. |
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7th (7) (66/1 -267%)Spirit Above |
66/1(-267%) | (7) Spirit Above 66/1, Similar form to debut beaten 5 1/4l in a maiden at Dundalk last time; hood first time; sire sprinter, dam stayed 10f, acts on AW; likely a little more to come but faces stiff task here. Needs big career best based on two Dundalk maiden runs. |

SINDAGAN had a couple of nice runs last season and may be able to score on his return. The Mehmas gelding was placed behind Port Ferdinand on his debut over C&D before finishing fourth to a well-regarded horse in Causeway at the Curragh. His form looks solid. The obvious danger is Ballydoyle's Siyouni colt Accredited, who was fourth on his sole outing at Dundalk in late October. Improvement is likely this season, although the yard's horses can often take a run at this time of year. Kanzashi, sixth on his racecourse bow, could be another potential improver.

1,000,000euros breeze-up purchase Accredited is feared, but SINDAGAN has C&D experience and may make it count
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (9) (15/2 +25%)National Question |
15/2(+25%) | (9) National Question 15/2, Scored by a head off a 3lb lower mark at Sedgefield penultimate start; no obvious excuse fifth beaten 19l off 83 last time, same mark here; best around 2m, acts on soft, good; in form until latest, mark demands more. Will like the drying ground and definite chance if forgiven his latest modest effort. |
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2nd (4) (9/1 -13%)Mr Lincoln |
9/1(-13%) | (4) Mr Lincoln 9/1, Continued in poor form when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Musselburgh latest; second run after wind op; suited by 2m, acts on heavy and good; threat on Irish form but struggling for new yard after lay off. Now 0-6 over hurdles and beaten 30l and more in his four British starts. |
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3rd (8) (9/2 +18%)Scots Poet |
9/2(+18%) | (8) Scots Poet 9/2, Ran to form under a change of tactics 18l third in a handicap hurdle at Musselburgh most recent run; effective 2m, acts on soft, good; down to workable mark, usual run style requires pace collapse. Continues to fall in the weights and hasn't been running badly of late. |
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4th (11) (10/1 +60%)Breadalbane Lass |
10/1(+60%) | (11) Breadalbane Lass 10/1, May have found ground too testing comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Newcastle last time; usually held up; off a short-break; effective 2-2 1/2m; out of form. Second here 13 months ago but precious little to crow about since then. |
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5th (10) (13/2 +35%)Ruler Legend |
13/2(+35%) | (10) Ruler Legend 13/2, May not have stayed comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Sedgefield last time; effective 2m on a sound surface; mark reasonable but struggling of late, needs this drop in trip. Flat/hurdle winner but a long time ago and tailed off in two runs for current yard. |
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6th (1) (13/2 +13%)Avalon Beach |
13/2(+13%) | (1) Avalon Beach 13/2, Below form back up in trip comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Sedgefield last time; in good form prior; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on soft, good; capable off this mark. Sedgefield maiden winner on good ground; twice placed in soft-ground handicaps. |
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7th (5) (22/1 +33%)Heritier |
22/1(+33%) | (5) Heritier 22/1, Far too free when fourth beaten 28l in a handicap hurdle at Catterick latest; off a short-break; effective 2-2 1/2m; out of form. Course winner in late 2024; hasn't delivered an effort of note this campaign. |
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8th (6) (9/2 +50%)Hourless |
9/2(+50%) | (6) Hourless 9/2, Travelled, poorly placed to challenge but did not find as much as looked likely beaten 8l in a handicap hurdle at Wetherby last time; off a short-break; effective 2m-2m3f, acts on soft, good; frustrating maiden over hurdles, in moderate form. Beaten in the region of 8l in his last two races and has never been lower in the weights. |
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9th (7) (5/1 -43%)Penn Avenue |
5/1(-43%) | (7) Penn Avenue 5/1, Ran to form 4 1/4l third in a handicap hurdle at Wincanton most recent run; effective around 2m on soft and good; in good form and can again go well, stiffer track could suit. Very consistent and every chance of being involved off a slightly reduced mark. |
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10th (3) (20/1 -67%)Stylish Recruit |
20/1(-67%) | (3) Stylish Recruit 20/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Newcastle latest where never travelled; off a short-break; effective 2m, yet to convince with stamina for further; out of form. Returns to hurdling after losing his way over fences and hard to be at all confident. |
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11th (12) (40/1 +0%)Balranald |
40/1(+0%) | (12) Balranald 40/1, Made too much use of well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Sedgefield latest; off a short-break; effective 2-2 1/2m, suited by sound surface; consistent until last couple of starts and bit to prove now. Has a modest overall strike-rate and has been below par of late; 3lb wrong. |

Penn Avenue has been running well in defeat and it was a solid third again when she was switched back to handicaps at Wincanton. Another bold showing looks assured but the verdict is for AVALON BEACH, who disappointed at Sedgefield but would have every chance on his previous form at Wetherby and Catterick. Scots Poet is one more to bear in mind.

The suggestion is NATIONAL QUESTION who didn't really fancy the challenge at a muddy Musselburgh last time.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments | |
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1st (1) (2/5 +35%)Dani Donadoni |
2/5(+35%) | (1) Dani Donadoni 2/5, Yard won this last year; ran to form when second beaten 2 1/4l in a maiden hurdle at Punchestown latest; effective 2m-2m4f acts on heavy and good; bumper form very strong, frustrating but sets good standard. Bumper winner has struggled to make breakthrough over timber; this is a good opportunity. |
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2nd (2) (16/5 -28%)Doctor Elvis |
16/5(-28%) | (2) Doctor Elvis 16/5, Improved when second beaten 2 1/2l in a maiden hurdle at Naas latest; effective at 2m-2m3f on soft; should find a race soon for top yard. Improved with each run since return from mammoth absence; runner-up last time; key player. |
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3rd (3) (8/1 +20%)Freddie's Back |
8/1(+20%) | (3) Freddie's Back 8/1, Improved for debut experience when fourth beaten 17l in a maiden hurdle here latest; off a short-break; effective 2m5f, acts on soft; point winner, latest hurdles form very strong. Point winner is entitled to come on from decent fourth in a m'den hurdle here in Dec'. |
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4th (4) (6/1 +50%)Jack The Lad |
6/1(+50%) | (4) Jack The Lad 6/1, Promising debut when fourth beaten 34l in a maiden hurdle at Navan latest; effective at around 2 1/2m, suited by cut; point winner showed promise in bumpers, more to come over hurdles. Bought for 120,000GBP after easy point win; placed in bumpers but poor hurdle debut latest. |
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5th (5) (200/1 -400%)Lord De Choisel |
200/1(-400%) | (5) Lord De Choisel 200/1, Ran well for a long way on debut well beaten in a maiden hurdle at Leopardstown only start; effective 2m; knew job on debut but should progress a little. 80-1 for debut and finished 31l behind; hard to see him featuring. |
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6th (6) (33/1 -136%)Orchard Cross |
33/1(-136%) | (6) Orchard Cross 33/1, 45,000 euros Order Of St George gelding; full-brother to Shaboozee, useful at 18f; hood first time; trainer in flying form; market should reveal more. Order Of St George gelding; 45,000euros 3yo; dam unraced sister to three winners. |
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7th (8) (150/1 -50%)Theran |
150/1(-50%) | (8) Theran 150/1, Found little on modest debut on testing ground down the field in a maiden hurdle at Gowran Park most recent; effective 2m, acts on good; may need more time over hurdles. Showed little on bumper debut and tailed off on first try over hurdles. |
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|PU| (9) (66/1 0%)Jenny's Bar |
66/1(0%) | (9) Jenny's Bar 66/1, Outpaced, never threatened well beaten in a maiden hurdle at Gowran Park only start; longer trip could suit but all to prove. Tailed off at Gowran on debut 15 days ago (2m, heavy); likely to need more time. |

Course bumper winner DANI DONADONI has useful recent form and is suited by conditions. Placed fourth in a Punchestown Festival bumper last May, Willie Mullins' gelding has been frustrating to follow over hurdles but has bumped into some smart types and should take all the beating. Lightly-raced seven-year-old Doctor Elvis returned following 792 days off in January but although he has come to full fitness and shown form, he might struggle to beat the selection, who is rated 7lb higher. UK point-to-point winner Jack The Lad disappointed on his reappearance last month, but showed promise in smart bumpers last season.

Appears a match between DANI DONADONI and Doctor Elvis with preference given to the latter following some decent runs in defeat
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (3) (6/4 +67%)Rivers Corner |
6/4(+67%) | (3) Rivers Corner 6/4, Scored by 21l off a 9lb lower mark at Wincanton penultimate start; never jumped or travelled when pulled up in Grand National Trial Handicap Chase latest; enjoys making it; effective 2m4f-3m3f, acts on heavy and good; mark asks more. Pulled up in valuable marathon last time but a player if judged on earlier Wincanton win. |
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2nd (4) (5/1 -100%)Livin On Luco |
5/1(-100%) | (4) Livin On Luco 5/1, May not have stayed comfortably held in a handicap chase at Newcastle last time; in good form prior; effective 2m5f-3m4f, acts on heavy, good; progressive until latest, handicapper may have caught up. Didn't fire in last month's Eider but was commendable fourth in Welsh Grand National. |
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3rd (1) (5/1 -43%)Iron Bridge |
5/1(-43%) | (1) Iron Bridge 5/1, Jumped left, returned to form when second beaten 6l in a handicap chase at Haydock latest; effective 3m+, acts on any; has dropped in weights to competitive mark and has a class edge but inconsistent. Battled well for second at Haydock (3m4f) this month and remains on a workable mark. |
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4th (5) (8/1 +11%)Escaria Ten |
8/1(+11%) | (5) Escaria Ten 8/1, Travelled, made too much use of, returned to form 9l third in a handicap chase at Cheltenham most recent run; off a short-break; effective 3m+, acts with cut; needs to build on latest revival. Good third in cross-country chase last time but far too inconsistent to rely upon nowadays. |
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|PU| (7) (11/2 +21%)Sporting Ace |
11/2(+21%) | (7) Sporting Ace 11/2, Returned to form down in grade back on testing ground landing a handicap by 1/2l off a 3lb lower mark at Huntingdon last time; effective 3m+, suited by plenty of cut; needs to build on latest revival. Rallied to win on heavy ground last month but has become very unreliable. |
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|PU| (2) (13/2 -86%)Egbert |
13/2(-86%) | (2) Egbert 13/2, Landing a Last Fling Handicap Chase by 3/4l off a 2lb lower mark at Haydock last time; off a short-break; effective 3-4m, acts on any; unreliable strong stayer would've placed in 2025 Eider off this mark but for falling; danger. Seen only once this season, winning at Haydock (3m4f) on stable debut in December. |

LIVIN ON LUCO was fourth off a 2lb higher mark in the Welsh Grand National in December. He may have disappointed on his sole subsequent start in the Eider, but this is a big drop in grade and the eight-year-old can take full advantage. Rivers Corner is another to be granted an ease in class and should not be underestimated, while Iron Bridge edges out Egbert and Sporting Ace to be best of the rest.

Now 2lb lower than when placed in the Welsh Grand National two starts ago, LIVIN ON LUCO gets the vote.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments | |
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1st (7) (25/1 -56%)Independent Expert |
25/1(-56%) | (7) Independent Expert 25/1, Well held up in class well beaten in the Rated Race at Dundalk latest; wide draw; off a short-break; effective 1m, acts on any; back in form until latest, has won off higher mark. Course winner over 1m, not at her best at Dundalk on her final two starts in 2025. |
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2nd (5) (20/1 -186%)Quatre Bras |
20/1(-186%) | (5) Quatre Bras 20/1, Ran to form beaten 1 1/4l off this mark at Dundalk last time; effective 8-12f, acts on soft, good, AW; thriving on AW recently, remain competitive. Yet to score on turf, strong chance if he can replicate his solid AW form. |
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3rd (9) (9/1 +0%)Thru And Thru |
9/1(+0%) | (9) Thru And Thru 9/1, Ran to form down in class under positive handling when second beaten 4l in a maiden at Galway latest; returning from a break; effective 7f, acts on heavy, soft; could bounce back now handicapping off lenient opening mark. Can be rated a likely future winner based on two seconds last season, suited by soft. |
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4th (10) (14/1 -40%)Zaraahmando |
14/1(-40%) | (10) Zaraahmando 14/1, Ran to form beaten 4l off a 1lb higher mark at Cork last time; wide draw; effective 7f on soft, good, AW; in good form but this demands more. Two wins last summer on good ground, also scored on soft later in the campaign. |
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5th (4) (9/2 +31%)Collecting Coin |
9/2(+31%) | (4) Collecting Coin 9/2, Yard won this last year; struggled slightly beaten 4 1/2l in a 3yo race at The Curragh last time; in good form prior; consistent over 7-8f on good, soft; fair mark on maiden win; interesting. Only once out of the first three in five starts last season, capable of holding his own. |
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6th (12) (6/1 +0%)Desert Haven |
6/1(+0%) | (12) Desert Haven 6/1, Ran to form just tiring late back from break having been lit up by first time blinkers beaten 4l off a 2lb higher mark at Dundalk last time; effective 7f, acts on heavy and good; fair mark, should come on for latest. Has won on good ground and on heavy, likely to be better for a recent Dundalk outing. |
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7th (11) (6/1 +25%)Merisi Diamond |
6/1(+25%) | (11) Merisi Diamond 6/1, Every chance, ran to current form, needed run beaten 4l off this mark at The Curragh last time; effective 6-7f, best with plenty of cut; in decent form until latest couple of starts, handicapper relenting. Should be a bit sharper now as a result of last Sunday's 6f run at the Currragh. |
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8th (3) (80/1 -100%)Blues Emperor |
80/1(-100%) | (3) Blues Emperor 80/1, Stopped quickly, needed run down the field in a handicap at Dundalk most recent; effective 7-8f, acts on soft, good; back below last winning mark but with good reason, bit to prove. Five wins for Johnny Murtagh, struggled at Dundalk on first run for this stable. |
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9th (8) (8/1 -45%)San Aer |
8/1(-45%) | (8) San Aer 8/1, Flattened out, bit below form when fourth beaten 13l in a handicap hurdle at Thurles latest; returning from a break; effective 7-9f, suited by cut; has dropped to attractive mark in both codes but poor strike rate. Interesting based on his second to Ribee (Irish Lincoln winner) at Galway last autumn. |
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10th (6) (9/1 -38%)Game Point |
9/1(-38%) | (6) Game Point 9/1, Short of room at key stage, ran to form when fourth beaten 2 1/4l in a maiden at Navan latest; top course jockey; effective 10f on soft, good, AW; frustrating type but excuses latest and worth another chance; big player if getting stiff test at the trip. Runner-up on five consecutive starts at one stage for Ger Lyons, Keane knows him well. |
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11th (2) (4/1 +67%)Varshini |
4/1(+67%) | (2) Varshini 4/1, Did plenty early, outclassed beaten 5l in RFL Steels Stakes (Listed) here last time; effective 6-7f with cut, unexposed at 6f; probably flattered by latest, stiff mark back in a handicap. Ended last season with two runs in Listed races, this is more realistic. |
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12th (1) (12/1 -20%)Hurricane Ivor |
12/1(-20%) | (1) Hurricane Ivor 12/1, Won this last year; well beaten, regressing down the field in a handicap at The Curragh most recent; wide draw; effective 7f, suited by cut; not the force of old. Won this race at a big price last year, will again be a surprise if he prevails. |

SAN AER may be worth a shot on his return to action. The Vocalised gelding was last seen over hurdles at Thurles in late November and had run a big race on the level at Galway previously when losing out by half a length to Ribee. That form looks good now with the winner taking last week's Irish Lincolnshire. Hurricane Ivor won this at a big price last year and is a couple of pounds lower this time. He's one to note, although stable jockey Shane Foley sides with Collecting Coin. He was an impressive maiden winner at Galway before a couple of solid efforts in conditions races and could be an improver this term.

A second placing at Galway last October boosts the case for SAN AER since the winner captured last Sunday's Irish Lincoln
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (4) (5/1 -11%)Marty Mcfly |
5/1(-11%) | (4) Marty Mcfly 5/1, Improved appreciating strong pace down in trip on handicap debut landing a handicap by 5 1/2l off a 7lb lower mark at Catterick last time; effective around 2m4f, acts on good to soft, good to firm; progressive this term. Up in grade here with a 7lb rise to deal with but he's got major momentum behind him. |
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2nd (1) (10/1 -54%)Coup De Coeur |
10/1(-54%) | (1) Coup De Coeur 10/1, Well treated dropped 2lb, returned to form landing a handicap by 19l off a 7lb lower mark at Sedgefield last time making amends for previous spill; trainer in form; effective 2m/2m1f, acts on soft, good; in good form, remain competitive. Latest race he won rather fell apart and could be vulnerable off this 7lb higher mark. |
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3rd (12) (14/1 +0%)Powerofjet |
14/1(+0%) | (12) Powerofjet 14/1, Mistakes, tired up the hill, ran to form 14l third in a handicap chase at Sedgefield most recent run; effective at 2m, acts on good to soft, good; in form but vulnerable in this grade. Behind Tanking Along last time and this high a mark is looking troublesome. |
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4th (10) (40/1 -100%)Cuzco Du Mathan |
40/1(-100%) | (10) Cuzco Du Mathan 40/1, Hampered by faller, never threatened, may have preferred stiffer test when fourth beaten 7 1/4l in a handicap chase at Ayr latest; usually held up; effective at around 2m, wants some cut; has dropped in weights, needs to build on latest. All three wins at Cartmel and he'll be of greater interest around there this summer. |
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5th (3) (11/4 +39%)Spadestep |
11/4(+39%) | (3) Spadestep 11/4, Rallied after series of errors, ran to form when second beaten 4l in a handicap chase at Newcastle latest; effective 2m, suited by sound surface; debut form franked, consistent and longer trip should suit. Four seconds over fences; if he can avoid the mistakes then he can win off this mark. |
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6th (11) (7/1 -17%)Tanking Along |
7/1(-17%) | (11) Tanking Along 7/1, Improved back over fences under aggressive ride landing a handicap by 3 1/4l off a 6lb lower mark at Sedgefield last time; effective 2m, acts on soft and good; progressive over hurdles and fences. Sedgefield winner; raised 6lb but 5lb of that is removed by Paddy Hanlon's claim. |
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7th (7) (7/1 +56%)Flash Du Pistolet |
7/1(+56%) | (7) Flash Du Pistolet 7/1, Ran well to a point but tired having been taken on up front when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Wetherby last time; cheekpieces first time; effective 2m-2m4f on a sound surface; back in form until latest. Capable chaser on his day and could stage a revival with cheekpieces added. |
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8th (8) (11/1 -22%)Raffles Wonder |
11/1(-22%) | (8) Raffles Wonder 11/1, Won this last year off 2lb lower; returned to form back down in trip when fourth beaten 7 1/4l in a handicap chase at Sedgefield latest; effective 2m, acts on heavy and good; needs to build on latest revival but dangerous if doing so. Last year's winner who rediscovered some form last time at Sedgefield. |
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9th (5) (18/1 -80%)Dance Thief |
18/1(-80%) | (5) Dance Thief 18/1, On last winning mark, returned to form appreciating drop in trip at favoured venue landing a handicap by a length off a 3lb lower mark at Ayr last time; effective 2m, acts with cut; Ayr specialist needs more away from that venue. Beat three other finishers at Ayr last time; only 3lb higher but this is a deeper race. |
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10th (6) (12/1 -9%)O'faolains Glory |
12/1(-9%) | (6) O'faolains Glory 12/1, Every chance, ran to form but looked in need of stiffer test when fourth beaten 18l in a handicap hurdle at Musselburgh latest; best at around 2 1/2m, acts on soft, good; in form, appears better over fences but this trip looks sharp enough. Has won her last two chase starts, the latest by 5l; a 5lb higher mark seems fair. |
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|PU| (9) (9/1 -20%)Too Cool Forshrule |
9/1(-20%) | (9) Too Cool Forshrule 9/1, Ran to form up in trip landing a handicap by a length off a 3lb lower mark at Sedgefield last time; effective 2m4f-2m7f, suited by decent ground but acts on soft; in good form but this demands more. Beat one in form last time over 2m5f; may prefer that trip but still considered. |
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|PU| (2) (12/1 -50%)Great Pepper |
12/1(-50%) | (2) Great Pepper 12/1, Returned to form down in grade and trip under aggressive ride beaten 3 1/4l off a 1lb lower mark at Ayr last time; off a short-break; effective 2m4f-2m6f, suited by plenty of cut; unreliable, has had issues, needs to build on latest. Second last time; however, this is tougher and the drier ground is a cause for concern. |

MARTY MCFLY will no doubt prove popular and so he should as he arrives on the back of three straight victories, including last time out at Catterick over this sort of trip. Easy Sedgefield winner Coup De Coeur is also a track-and-trip scorer and he's another to take seriously, while Spadestep should run his usual honest race and Great Pepper has an each-way squeak.

It's a matter of time before SPADESTEP wins off his current mark, which is lenient on his excellent early-season run at Aintree.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments | |
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1st (6) (6/1 -33%)Krabat |
6/1(-33%) | (6) Krabat 6/1, Yard has won 2 of last 8 runnings of race; scored by 1 1/4l off a 4lb lower mark here three starts back; effective 2 1/2m, suited by cut; well treated on old form, in form and should go well again. Won here at Christmas; respected back chasing, especially if ground remains testing. |
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2nd (7) (12/1 -60%)Caesar Rock |
12/1(-60%) | (7) Caesar Rock 12/1, Travelled, outstayed late up in trip in strongly run race when fourth beaten 10l in a handicap chase at Leopardstown latest; effective 2 1/2m, acts on good, yielding, suited by front running; inconsistent. Recent Leopardstown fourth okay but more needed. |
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3rd (2) (4/1 +27%)Mystical Goddess |
4/1(+27%) | (2) Mystical Goddess 4/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Leopardstown latest where went too fast and failed to stay 3m; off a short-break; effective 2m-2m3f, likely get bit further; form franked at Graded level, must bounce back. Didn't seem to stay 3m at Christmas and back in trip here; yard back in form. |
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4th (5) (4/1 +11%)Miss Pronunciation |
4/1(+11%) | (5) Miss Pronunciation 4/1, Possibly outstayed late when fourth beaten 14l in a handicap chase at Punchestown latest; top jockey back on board; effective 2-2 1/2m; mark looks about right. Better hurdler but looks on a nice chase mark now; could go well. |
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5th (4) (15/2 +32%)Supreme Gift |
15/2(+32%) | (4) Supreme Gift 15/2, Needed run and found ground too testing on chase debut well beaten in a handicap chase at Navan latest; effective 3m, wants decent ground; fair mark on old UK form. Better for recent comeback and yard debut run; better treated over fences than hurdles. |
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6th (8) (4/1 -33%)Mount Frisco |
4/1(-33%) | (8) Mount Frisco 4/1, Scored by 20l off a 10lb lower mark at Clonmel penultimate start; enjoys making it; effective around 2m-2m4f, acts with cut; back in form and remains on workable mark. Good form of late; down in grade and has to be considered a leading player. |
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7th (1) (11/2 -10%)Linden Arden |
11/2(-10%) | (1) Linden Arden 11/2, Won this last year off 5lb lower; scored by 1 1/2l off a 5lb lower mark at Punchestown three starts back; outclassed when comfortably held in the QuinnBet Hurdle last time; effective at around 2 1/2m, acts on any; inconsistent but a threat. Last year's winner in good form hurdling this term; has to be respected back chasing. |
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8th (3) (14/1 +30%)Pride Of Place |
14/1(+30%) | (3) Pride Of Place 14/1, Unsuited by testing ground down the field in a handicap chase at Thurles most recent; suited by 3m on G; capable of better over further on spring ground but conditions a worry. Well held on softer ground of late so would appreciate drying; trip on the short side. |

MOUNT FRISCO has been running consistently well and will be suited by stepping back up in distance. While drying ground conditions aren't ideal, his recent form is good and having beaten subsequent Cheltenham fifth Beckett Rock to win at Gowran in February, he scored over hurdles at Clonmel before finishing a useful third back in this sphere at Gowran. He has bottom weight and is dependable. The veteran Krabat has also been running well and loves testing conditions, while Miss Pronunciation hasn't won for two years but went well enough at Punchestown last month.

In good form of late, MOUNT FRISCO can resume winning ways back at a more suitable trip and racing off his correct mark
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (5) (13/8 +59%)Sweet Nightingale |
13/8(+59%) | (5) Sweet Nightingale 13/8, Too much to do ridden to see out the trip 6 1/4l third in a handicap chase at Taunton most recent run; that form boosted; off a short-break; effective 2-2 1/4m, sound surface suits; well treated on old hurdle form, in form. Kept on well for third when upped to 2m7f in January and remains on a good mark. |
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2nd (2) (7/4 +0%)Fortunefavorsdbold |
7/4(+0%) | (2) Fortunefavorsdbold 7/4, Ran to form beaten 2l off a 2lb lower mark at Leicester last time; that form franked; effective up to 3m2f, heavy, good to soft; back in form over fences of late, bit frustrating but mark fair. Clear second to a dual subsequent winner last time; the ground is much quicker here. |
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3rd (3) (5/1 -67%)Seasmoke |
5/1(-67%) | (3) Seasmoke 5/1, Not knocked about once chance was gone on ground more testing than ideal 56l third in a handicap chase at Hereford most recent run; cheekpieces first time; effective 2 1/2-3m, acts on good to soft, good; had wind op; consistent when getting conditions. Well beaten last month but has generally done well over fences this season. |
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4th (1) (11/1 -47%)Ostrava Du Berlais |
11/1(-47%) | (1) Ostrava Du Berlais 11/1, Never threatened under change of tactics when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Plumpton last time; effective 2-2 1/2m; handicapper is relenting but below par of late. Can outclass this field if back on song but moves up in trip with quite a bit to prove. |
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5th (4) (7/1 -75%)Only Gossip |
7/1(-75%) | (4) Only Gossip 7/1, Ran to form 12l third in a handicap chase at Warwick most recent run; effective 2 1/2-3m, acts on any; inconsistent in short career over hurdles, point winner is progressing over fences. 0-10 under rules but ran well when making the frame in two soft-ground chases this year. |

FORTUNEFAVORSDBOLD bounced back from a fall to finish second at Leicester last month. The winner of that contest has gone in again twice since, which makes Christian Williams' mare of considerable interest here off just a 2lb higher mark. Only Gossip's last couple of efforts suggest that she could make the frame in a race of this nature and her stablemate Sweet Nightingale is another to consider.

Preference is for good-ground specialist SWEET NIGHTINGALE, who ran well when upped to 2m7f at Taunton two months ago.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments | |
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(1) (13/8 +35%)Causeway |
13/8(+35%) | (1) Causeway 13/8, Yard has won 2 of last 10 runnings of race; when winning a maiden at The Curragh by 2 1/4l last time; top course trainer; effective 1m, bred to get bit further; should improve significantly with experience as most from yard do. Easy m'den winner (form franked); mentioned positively by trainer at press day; big player. |
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(5) (10/3 +49%)Breaking Dawn |
10/3(+49%) | (5) Breaking Dawn 10/3, Looked to improve dropped in trip on testing ground when winning a maiden at The Curragh by 2 1/2l last time; top course jockey; wide draw; effective 6/7f, suited by heavy, acts on yielding; possibly flattered on heavy last time but opening mark reasonable so fair claims. Good effort to win third m'den last week; return to 7f fine/ground suits; a lot to like. |
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(10) (11/2 +45%)Cotai Lights |
11/2(+45%) | (10) Cotai Lights 11/2, Ran to form off a break 3 1/2l third in a novice at Newcastle most recent run; trainer in form; effective 6f, should get a mile, acts on AW; entitled to come on from reappearance run. Easy winner of novice on second start; outpaced last time; 7f looks a positive. |
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(12) (12/1 +14%)Johnny Soda |
12/1(+14%) | (12) Johnny Soda 12/1, Improved on AW debut just flattening out over stretching trip when second beaten 3/4l in a maiden at Dundalk latest; returning from a break; effective 7f, barely gets 1m; in fair form. Barrier trial runner-up; career best switched to AW last time when runner-up; gelded since. |
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(14) (12/1 +25%)Salacious |
12/1(+25%) | (14) Salacious 12/1, Ran to form down in trip on turf return beaten 2l off this mark at The Curragh last time; suited by 7f, acts on heavy, good, AW; becoming reliable but this demands more. Winless from seven but some good efforts; relatively unexposed but 6lb wrong here. |
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(6) (14/1 -17%)Cherry Hill Girl |
14/1(-17%) | (6) Cherry Hill Girl 14/1, Ran to form on handicap debut beaten 3 1/4l off a 1lb lower mark at Leopardstown last time; effective 7-8f, suited by plenty of cut; improving but mark demands more. Comfortable Listowel m'den winner ran well on h'cap debut; progressing nicely. |
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(4) (16/1 -45%)Son Of Beauty |
16/1(-45%) | (4) Son Of Beauty 16/1, Travelled, ran to form for ready win when winning an auction race at Dundalk by a head last time; stamina on dam's side and may want 1m+, acts on AW; should improve again now handicapping with stiff track a plus down in trip. Built on eye-catching debut to win over 1m; improvement very feasible on just third start. |
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(3) (20/1 -82%)Flanker Jet |
20/1(-82%) | (3) Flanker Jet 20/1, Made use of superior stamina off good pace down in trip when winning a 3yo race at Dundalk by a nose last time; suited by 6/7f, acts on good and AW; big, workmanlike, honest and likeable type; looks well treated now handicapping. In good form at Dundalk over winter; beat 99-rated stablemate last time; interesting. |
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(13) (20/1 -67%)Adel |
20/1(-67%) | (13) Adel 20/1, Well beaten again, looked one for handicaps well beaten in a maiden at Gowran Park latest; effective 1m; needs this drop in grade but clear stable second string on jockey bookings. M'den form nothing to shout about; 4lb wrong for h'cap debut but rider value for claim. |
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(7) (28/1 -155%)Red Autumn |
28/1(-155%) | (7) Red Autumn 28/1, Well beaten again, needs firmer ground conditions comfortably held in a 2yo race at Listowel last time; wide draw; effective 7-8f on good, well bred and may get bit further in time; mark demands more. M'den winner (good) ran well at Roscommon before bad run at Listowel; others preferred. |
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(2) (33/1 -106%)Controlled |
33/1(-106%) | (2) Controlled 33/1, Did too much too soon up in trip, didn't get home beaten 6l in Star Appeal Stakes (Listed) at Dundalk last time; cheekpieces first time; effective 5-6f, acts on soft; well bred, but mark looks stiff. 5f m'den winner for Aidan O'Brien; last of 8 at Listed level latest over 7f; trip a doubt. |
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(8) (50/1 -150%)Felix Somary |
50/1(-150%) | (8) Felix Somary 50/1, Ran to form on handicap debut beaten 7l in a nursery here last time; cheekpieces first time; effective 6-7f, acts on soft, good; in form but opening mark looks stiff enough. Debut m'den winner ran poorly on h'cap debut; down 4lb/gelded since then; others preferred. |
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(11) (66/1 -136%)All The Girls |
66/1(-136%) | (11) All The Girls 66/1, May not have stayed 1m well beaten in a 3yo race at Dundalk latest; suited by 7f, acts on AW; drop back in trip may help but needs to prove ability on turf. Bolted up in second m'den and decent second next time; poor latest; mark high enough. |

CAUSEWAY got a good mention from Aidan O'Brien at his press day and he could prove a class act on his handicap debut. The Wootton Bassett colt won a Curragh maiden in good style on his second outing last season. He's expected to progress well and O'Brien even mentioned him in the same breath as Paddington. Breaking Dawn already has a victory under his belt this season, breaking his duck at the Curragh last week. He should appreciate going back up in trip and looks on a nice mark. Son Of Beauty is fit from the all-weather and won his maiden at the second attempt. He's another for the shortlist.

Aidan O'Brien spoke positively about CAUSEWAY on a recent press day. The easy Curragh maiden winner may progress enough to take this
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(3) (10/3 +26%)Chasingouttheblues |
10/3(+26%) | (3) Chasingouttheblues 10/3, Ran to form up in trip showing willing attitude in first time cheekpieces landing a handicap by 1/2l off a 2lb lower mark at Catterick last time; effective 2m4f-3m, acts on any; competitive mark still. Took well to first-time cheekpieces at Catterick and may improve further; in the mix. |
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(6) (5/1 -11%)Paddy O'mahler |
5/1(-11%) | (6) Paddy O'mahler 5/1, Scored by 2l off a 7lb lower mark at Haydock penultimate start; ran to form coming clear with winner second beaten 1/2l off 110 last time, 2lb higher here; effective 3m, acts with cut; progressive, mark still looks fair but this toughest test to date. Solid record (22112) since having wind surgery, proving better than ever; likely player. |
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(7) (11/2 +45%)President Scottie |
11/2(+45%) | (7) President Scottie 11/2, Bit below form back over fences when comfortably held in a handicap chase here last time; effective 2 1/2-3m; form has tailed off this term but handicapper is relenting. Respectable third in this race last year but was in better form at the time. |
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(1) (11/2 +8%)Hudson De Grugy |
11/2(+8%) | (1) Hudson De Grugy 11/2, Did it cosily, improved landing a handicap by 8 1/2l off a 7lb lower mark here last time; effective 2m4f-3m3f, suited by cut; unreliable but capable off revised mark. Sound performances over C&D in last two starts, comfortably defying top weight latest. |
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(4) (8/1 -33%)Fierce Warrior |
8/1(-33%) | (4) Fierce Warrior 8/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Doncaster latest where never jumped or travelled, closely matched with Red Delta on previous meeting; top jockey back on board; off a short-break; effective 2 1/2m, acts on good to soft, good; progressive until latest. Flopped badly last time but had looked open to further progress; not written off. |
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(10) (12/1 +33%)Inis Oirr |
12/1(+33%) | (10) Inis Oirr 12/1, Never competitive after series of erros comfortably held in a handicap chase at Musselburgh last time; suited by marathon trips, acts on soft, good to soft, needs to go right-handed; out of form for some time. Current mark reflects a decline in his form; not sure to repeat autumn C&D effort. |
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(13) (12/1 +52%)Uptown Harry |
12/1(+52%) | (13) Uptown Harry 12/1, Scored by 8 1/2l off a 12lb lower mark at Newcastle three starts back; effective 3m, acts with cut, galloping tracks suit; remains well treated on old form but unreliable. Has come up short in this contest for the last two years. |
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(2) (12/1 -100%)Red Delta |
12/1(-100%) | (2) Red Delta 12/1, Scored by 2 1/2l off a 8lb lower mark at Market Rasen penultimate start; ran well in Eider last time; suited by 3m+, acts on soft, best on good; still early days in handicaps and progressing; track could suit. Thorough stayer; ran well in the Eider; not crying out for this drop back to 3m. |
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(12) (14/1 +30%)Swallows Song |
14/1(+30%) | (12) Swallows Song 14/1, Ran to form beaten 3/4l off a 4lb lower mark at Newcastle last time; effective at around 3m, acts on soft, good; maiden over fences, inconsistent. Close second at Newcastle last weekend but this is a tougher task. |
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(8) (18/1 -50%)Upfordebate |
18/1(-50%) | (8) Upfordebate 18/1, Every chance, below form when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Sedgefield last time; suited by 3m+, acts on soft, good; progressive but handicapper has caught up. Paddy Hanlon's 5lb claim may offer some help but this assignment looks difficult. |
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(9) (40/1 -122%)No Regrets |
40/1(-122%) | (9) No Regrets 40/1, Probably didn't stay having briefly threatened when fourth beaten 33l in a handicap chase at Doncaster latest; returning from a break; effective 3m, acts on soft, good; on fair mark but unreliable. Inconsistent this term; faces a stiff task in this field on return from break. |
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(14) (66/1 -32%)Similar Story |
66/1(-32%) | (14) Similar Story 66/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Catterick latest where stopped quickly; effective 2 1/2-3m; out of form and up against it here. Far from solid on her form this season. |

Hudson De Grugy struck over C&D earlier this month and a 7lb higher mark shouldn't prevent another bold showing. However, this final is predictably more competitive and it could be worth taking a chance on PRESIDENT SCOTTIE. The eight-year-old has slid down the ratings and he shaped better than his latest sixth here suggests. Last-time-out Catterick winner Chasingouttheblues is just one more to consider.

Topweight HUDSON DE GRUGY (nap) has particularly strong credentials and is first choice ahead of Chasingouttheblues.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(4) (8/11 +0%)Uhavemeinstitches |
8/11(+0%) | (4) Uhavemeinstitches 8/11, Unseated in Leinster National (Listed) at Naas latest when well fancied; has run well at Grade 2 level here; top jockey back on board; effective 2 1/2m, acts on soft, good; progressive over fences and should be tough to beat. Unseated early in Leinster National on latest but major player back against her own sex. |
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(1) (2/1 -60%)You Oughta Know |
2/1(-60%) | (1) You Oughta Know 2/1, Yard won this last year; pulled up in Leopardstown Handicap Chase (Grade 3) at Leopardstown latest; top jockey back on board; acts on soft, good, effective 2 1/2m; form had knocks but threat if bringing best. Poor runs in Leopardstown handicaps of late but drop in class makes her a leading player. |
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(3) (15/2 +77%)Slotty Dotty |
15/2(+77%) | (3) Slotty Dotty 15/2, Returned to form up in trip just beaten by unexposed strong stayer when second beaten 6 1/2l in a handicap chase at Leopardstown latest; effective 2 3/4-3 1/2m, suited by give; unreliable; vulnerable in this grade. Recent Leopardstown handicap second encouraging but tough task at the weights here. |
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(2) (14/1 +0%)Ad Caelum |
14/1(+0%) | (2) Ad Caelum 14/1, Outclassed, ran to form comfortably held in Carey Glass Mares Novice Chase (Grade 2) at Thurles last time; off a short-break; effective 2 1/2-3m, wants decent ground; needs step up in trip but bit to find at this level. 0-7 chasing and good bit to find with a couple of these on ratings. |

UHAVEMEINSTITCHES was Grade 2-placed here during Christmas and her overall form reads well. Out of Irish National winner Bluesea Cracker, she won a course maiden hurdle in December 2024 and while she unseated her rider on her most recent start, she previously finished third to the brilliant Dinoblue and chased home The Big Westerner and Jade De Grugy prior to that. You Oughta Know has 2lb in hand at these weights, but his form is in-and-out and he prefers good ground. Dublin National runner-up Slotty Dotty has better recent form than four-time winner Ad Caelum.

A disappointing turnout but perhaps a good opportunity for UHAVEMEINSTITCHES, her good third here at Christmas the pick of recent form
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(6) (4/6 +20%)Mwabani |
4/6(+20%) | (6) Mwabani 4/6, Improved for debut experience but conceded first run when second beaten 2l in a 4yo hurdle at Chepstow latest; effective 2m, acts on good to soft; debut form franked in Grade 2, should improve significantly, can win soon. Runner-up on both starts (one over C&D); leading contender if suited by this faster ground. |
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(1) (9/2 +10%)Dakota Star |
9/2(+10%) | (1) Dakota Star 9/2, Still green, improved from debut after wind op 9l third in a 4yo hurdle at Taunton most recent run; second run after wind op; effective at 2m on good; should play a leading role here. Third in good-ground junior hurdles on both starts; probably won't be far away. |
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(2) (13/2 -18%)Doha Rally |
13/2(-18%) | (2) Doha Rally 13/2, 42,000 euros breeze-up purchase by Doha Dream; half-brother to Champoleon, very useful at 20f; yard can get them ready first time; watch betting. Out of half-sister to Harchibald; connections have some good junior hurdlers this season. |
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(4) (11/1 -22%)Longmoor |
11/1(-22%) | (4) Longmoor 11/1, Sans Frontieres gelding; dam placed in a point and over hurdles; yard can get them ready first time; market can guide. With good stable but might be a longer-term project. |
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(3) (12/1 +14%)Don't Rein Me In |
12/1(+14%) | (3) Don't Rein Me In 12/1, Outpaced, returned to form proving stamina when fourth beaten 7l in a 4yo bumper at Hereford latest; effective 13-16f, acts on soft, good to firm; bumper form franked over hurdles, more to come. Made the frame in two of his three bumpers; considered each-way on hurdle debut. |
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(9) (25/1 +62%)Tails Of Gold |
25/1(+62%) | (9) Tails Of Gold 25/1, Unseated in a juvenile hurdle at Wincanton latest; returning from a break; yet to find suitable conditions over hurdles; likely to need more time. Made low-key hurdle debut in November and unseated rider mid-race last time. |
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(10) (28/1 +15%)Clear Sky |
28/1(+15%) | (10) Clear Sky 28/1, Outpaced, mistakes, modest debut comfortably held in a 4yo hurdle at Taunton last time; usually held up; may need more time. Not disgraced on either hurdling start but low-grade handicaps beckon. |
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(7) (100/1 -100%)Prince Vinny |
100/1(-100%) | (7) Prince Vinny 100/1, Ran to form well beaten in a juvenile bumper at Wincanton latest; returning from a break; acts on good; must leave bumper form behind to figure. Out of a smart jumper but was safely held in two good-ground bumpers in the autumn. |
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(8) (150/1 -127%)Soldier In Defence |
150/1(-127%) | (8) Soldier In Defence 150/1, Far too free down the field in a 4yo bumper at Hereford most recent; likely to need more time. Well beaten in two bumpers last month; hurdle debut today. |

Having filled the runner-up spot on both outings to date, it could be third-time lucky for MWABANI. Jane Williams' inmate lost little in defeat against a progressive rival at Chepstow and his previous experience at this course should stand him in good stead. Doha Rally is related to several winners over jumps and he's a potential fly in the ointment on his introduction, while fellow newcomer Longmoor also warrants a market check.

The suggestion is MWABANI, who finished second on his first two appearances and sets a fair form standard.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(6) (5/4 +38%)Shaool |
5/4(+38%) | (6) Shaool 5/4, Improved again up in class back on testing ground when winning Trigo Stakes (Listed) at Leopardstown by 6l last time; suited by give, effective 8-12f; progressive, form of Listed win modest but may have even more to offer. Highly progressive last season, ended the campaign with a stylish 1m2f Listed win on heavy. |
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(5) (11/4 +21%)Beset |
11/4(+21%) | (5) Beset 11/4, Yard has won 2 of last 7 runnings of race; improved again when winning Finale Stakes (Listed) at The Curragh by 7 1/2l last time; returning from a break; effective 10-12f, acts on heavy, good, AW; steadily progressive last term, should remain competitive on return. Ended the season with two excellent 1m4f performances in this grade, strong candidate. |
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(1) (8/1 +20%)Ribee |
8/1(+20%) | (1) Ribee 8/1, Improved again for cosy win when winning Irish Lincolnshire at The Curragh by 1 1/2l last time; effective 7-10f, acts on good or softer; hugely progressive, worth step up in class but will need to improve again. Last Sunday's Irish Lincoln winner, fitness an advantage, others better off at the weights. |
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(7) (9/1 -38%)Iowa City |
9/1(-38%) | (7) Iowa City 9/1, Ran to current level 3 1/4l third in Navigation Stakes (Listed) at Cork most recent run; effective 1m, suited by cut; more to come for this yard judged on French form. Fair third of seven at Cork last September, this race appears to have greater depth. |
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(8) (11/1 +45%)Lemsairbat |
11/1(+45%) | (8) Lemsairbat 11/1, Yard has won 2 of last 7 runnings of race; ran to form comfortably held in Finale Stakes (Listed) at The Curragh last time; returning from a break; effective 10-12f, suited by cut; generally consistent for new yard, needs more at Listed level. Appears held by stablemate Beset on running in 1m4f events at this venue and the Curragh. |
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(2) (11/1 -83%)Sunchart |
11/1(-83%) | (2) Sunchart 11/1, Won this in 2024 and 2025; pulled up in Horse & Jockey Hotel Hurdle (Grade 3) at Tipperary latest; effective 10-12f, acts on any on flat; form tailed off after spring hurdles win last year; bit to prove. Has won the last two editions of this race, has ground to suit, well worth considering. |
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(4) (12/1 -118%)Tiberius Thunder |
12/1(-118%) | (4) Tiberius Thunder 12/1, Outclassed beaten 3 1/2l in a Grade 1 at Saratoga last time; in good form prior at Group level; effective 10f, acts on good to firm, good; Hampton Court form franked, more to come at 4 but fitness and ground concerns. Showed a high standard of form at three, can win more races, soft ground may not be ideal. |
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(3) (100/1 -150%)Terre De Vega |
100/1(-150%) | (3) Terre De Vega 100/1, Never threatened down the field in a handicap at The Curragh most recent; returning from a break; effective 7/8f, acts on heavy, good; winner in France, still lightly raced enough to improve but inconsistent for new yard. Won in France at two, lightly raced since, faces a huge task at these weights. |

SHAOOL was impressive towards the end of last season and may be able to pick up where she left off. The Belardo mare ran out an impressive winner in Listed company at Leopardstown in October and soft ground looks a big plus for her. Beset also improved last season, ending with a Listed success at the Curragh. That came over further but a bit of stamina won't do any harm in these conditions. Irish Lincoln winner Ribee is another to note.

Two mares may dominate. BESET has won further than this and may employ superior stamina to hold off a likely challenge from Shaol
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(10) (11/4 +54%)Wolfburg |
11/4(+54%) | (10) Wolfburg 11/4, Scored by 9 1/2l off a 8lb lower mark at Wetherby three starts back; effective at 2-2 1/2m on soft, good to soft; progressing, may remain well treated judged on hurdle form. Beaten only narrowly by Trac over C&D last time; may do better still; possibilities. |
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(1) (5/1 +17%)Hello Judge |
5/1(+17%) | (1) Hello Judge 5/1, Won this last year; landing a handicap by a head off a 4lb lower mark here last time; enjoys making it; effective 2m4f, acts on any; career high mark to defy but excellent course record. Good record over fences at Carlisle features wins in this race last year and latest start. |
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(3) (11/2 -38%)Breizh River |
11/2(-38%) | (3) Breizh River 11/2, Scored by 3/4l off a 4lb lower mark at Musselburgh penultimate start; effective 2-2 1/2m, suited by decent ground; back in form, remains on workable mark. Record of 3312 for new yard, the win in notable handicap at Musselburgh; solid claims. |
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(4) (13/2 +24%)Cerendipity |
13/2(+24%) | (4) Cerendipity 13/2, Never competitive after series of errors comfortably held in a handicap chase at Haydock last time; effective around 2m4f, acts on soft, good to soft; must bounce back after couple of below par efforts. Well treated and this looks the type to catch him (gained last two wins in spring months). |
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(8) (15/2 +0%)Tommy Combats |
15/2(+0%) | (8) Tommy Combats 15/2, Scored by 3 1/4l off a 7lb lower mark at Ayr penultimate start; travelled best but outstayed up in trip, ran to form second beaten 2l off 105 last time, 1lb higher here; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on soft, good to soft; progressive but others look stronger stayers. Ran well last time when bidding for an Ayr double; consistent and has each-way claims. |
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(2) (12/1 -20%)Walk On Quest |
12/1(-20%) | (2) Walk On Quest 12/1, Below form up in grade comfortably held in a handicap chase at Wetherby last time; off a short-break; effective 2m-2m4f acts on soft and good to soft; just 1lb above last winning mark but form in and out this term. Ran creditably on penultimate start; inconsistent otherwise since last success. |
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(13) (12/1 -50%)Mersey Street |
12/1(-50%) | (13) Mersey Street 12/1, Scored by 3 1/4l off a 7lb lower mark at Sedgefield penultimate start; effective 2m4f-2m7f on a sound surface; good mark on hurdle form, progressing over fences, worth another go over staying trips. Return to right-handed track looks ideal; may still have more to offer over fences. |
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(7) (12/1 -33%)Trac |
12/1(-33%) | (7) Trac 12/1, Well treated up 5lb, ran to form, did plenty early landing a handicap by a head off a 3lb lower mark here last time; trainer in form; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on any; thriving of late but revised mark will demand more again. Two from two since wearing blinkers, gamely beating Wolfburg over C&D latest; respected. |
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(5) (14/1 +13%)Heeztheboy |
14/1(+13%) | (5) Heeztheboy 14/1, Scored by 1 1/2l off a 5lb lower mark at Leicester three starts back; stopped quickly Pulled up in a handicap chase latest; effective 2m-3m, acts on heavy, good to soft; in fine form this autumn, handicapper may have caught up. Progressive for new stable until form dipped sharply in last two outings. |
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(12) (18/1 -157%)Hawkseye View |
18/1(-157%) | (12) Hawkseye View 18/1, Scored by 2 1/4l off a 3lb lower mark at Newcastle penultimate start; departed mid race in a handicap chase latest; effective 2 1/2-3m, acts on good; in good form this term, mark fair. Mid-race faller last weekend when bidding for a Newcastle double; not ruled out. |
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(6) (28/1 -211%)William Of York |
28/1(-211%) | (6) William Of York 28/1, Unseated in a handicap chase at Doncaster latest; enjoys making it; best around 2m4f, acts on heavy, good; has tumbled in weights, could build on latest back at favoured venue. Won this contest off 8lb higher two years ago; subsequent record is unconvincing. |
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(9) (40/1 -60%)Sean Og |
40/1(-60%) | (9) Sean Og 40/1, Outpaced, below form well beaten in a handicap chase here latest; effective 2m5f-3m; Cartmel specialist, generally consistent. Beaten long way over C&D on return from layoff last time; opposed. |
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(11) (66/1 -100%)Royal Deeside |
66/1(-100%) | (11) Royal Deeside 66/1, Did too much too soon from wide draw, needed run down the field in a handicap at Southwell most recent; effective 2-2 1/2m on good; in good form until latest. Both wins in Class 5 events at Hexham; not the percentage call. |

Carlisle specialist HELLO JUDGE clearly loves it here and a seventh course victory could be on the cards. Ann Hamilton's charge dug deep to score over an inadequate 2m on his latest outing and may be able to defy a career-high mark. The hat-trick seeking Trac ticks plenty of the right boxes in his current heart and isn't taken lightly, while Kelso runner-up Breizh River should appreciate a return to 2m4f.

Now that spring is in the air, CERENDIPITY may be the answer off an attractive mark. Breizh River is second pick.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments | |
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(1) (11/4 +31%)Klass Langy |
11/4(+31%) | (1) Klass Langy 11/4, Bit free but appreciated step back up in trip when fourth beaten 17l in a handicap chase at Gowran Park latest; top course trainer; effective around 2m4f, acts on heavy; ex-French, joined top yard, bit more to come. Yet to convince for new yard; tries a new trip here and cheekpieces left off. |
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(2) (4/1 +0%)Banter At The Bar |
4/1(+0%) | (2) Banter At The Bar 4/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Navan latest; well treated on easy win previously; effective 2m6f-3m, acts with cut; debut win had knocks, must bounce back. Excuses last time, lightly raced 6yo remains unexposed in second handicap. |
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(4) (4/1 +56%)Dream In The Park |
4/1(+56%) | (4) Dream In The Park 4/1, Unsuited by heavy ground down the field in a handicap chase here most recent; cheekpieces first time; off a short-break; effective 2-2 3/4m, wants decent ground; good mark on UK form. Coughing when very disappointing here at Christmas; cheekpieces tried and upped in trip. |
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(3) (9/2 +55%)Prophet's Corner |
9/2(+55%) | (3) Prophet's Corner 9/2, Ran to form, did plenty early comfortably held in Leinster National (Listed) at Naas last time; effective at around 3m, acts with cut; yet to match hurdles form over fences. Very stiff task latest from out of handicap; drops in class so don't rule out. |
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(5) (17/2 +15%)Midweek Voices |
17/2(+15%) | (5) Midweek Voices 17/2, Made bit too much use of in first time cheekpieces comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Gowran Park last time; effective 2 1/2m, acts on soft; fair mark on chase form, must bounce back. Mildly more encouraging run in first-time cheekpieces last time; still others preferred. |
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(6) (14/1 -409%)Favori Logique |
14/1(-409%) | (6) Favori Logique 14/1, Travelled best but fitness gave way late back from long lay off 7 1/2l third in a handicap chase at Leopardstown most recent run; effective 2 1/2m, just about gets 3m, acts on soft and good; well treated on old form, could build on return. Fine recent comeback run makes him a major player if backing it up. |
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(8) (28/1 +15%)Baldur's Gate |
28/1(+15%) | (8) Baldur's Gate 28/1, Disappointing in first time cheekpieces down the field in a handicap chase at Wexford most recent; effective 2m4f-3m2f, suited by plenty of cut; in poor form since returning from break. Amateur-ridden when below-par of late, senior professional now takes over. |

BANTER AT THE BAR was pulled up in a recent outing but had an excuse then and remains unexposed. Out of a Grade 1-winning mare, the selection was a good point-to-point winner on debut in 2024 and while lightly raced since, won well at Punchestown in January. He lost his right front shoe when pulled up at Navan last month and has dropped 3lb following that run. Veteran Favori Logique returned following 573 days off when third at Leopardstown recently and should be noted, while Clonmeen was fourth at Fairyhouse last month and now runs in first-time blinkers.

Quite an open-looking handicap with slight preference for the 11yo FAVORI LOGIQUE after a promising recent return from a long lay-off
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(4) (3/1 +14%)Call Me Legend |
3/1(+14%) | (4) Call Me Legend 3/1, Yard won this last year; scored by a length off a 4lb lower mark at Wincanton penultimate start; effective 2-2 1/2m, acts on good to soft, good; in form, may have more to offer as a stayer. Hat-trick bid came up shy but he still ran really well and gets in off the same mark here. |
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(5) (7/2 -75%)Got A Dream |
7/2(-75%) | (5) Got A Dream 7/2, Travelled, idled, improved again up in trip landing a handicap by 1/2l off a 5lb lower mark at Warwick last time; returning from a break; effective 2-2 1/2m, acts on soft, good; improving, does nothing in front so could stay ahead of mark. 2-2 in handicaps and goes well fresh so the break is of no concern. |
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(6) (4/1 +75%)Stratton Oakmont |
4/1(+75%) | (6) Stratton Oakmont 4/1, Poorly placed off modest pace down the field in a handicap hurdle at Ascot most recent; effective 3m, acts on any; inconsistent but excellent course record; interesting. Won this two years ago and went in again here in November; lesser runs have followed. |
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(1) (9/2 -29%)Diamatiste |
9/2(-29%) | (1) Diamatiste 9/2, Ran to form just caught by progressive rival when second beaten 6 1/2l in a handicap hurdle at Ascot latest; effective 2m4f-3m, acts on any; consistent. Consistent; has nudged up the weights so his rider's 7lb claim is welcomed. |
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(8) (7/1 +22%)Robber's Bridge |
7/1(+22%) | (8) Robber's Bridge 7/1, Scored by 11l off a 7lb lower mark here penultimate start; made too much use of on ground more testing than ideal pulled up in a handicap hurdle latest; effective 2m3f-2m6f, acts on any but best on decent ground; steadily progressive until latest. Course winner; has to bounce back after last time but wouldn't put it past him. |
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(3) (10/1 -25%)Court In A Storm |
10/1(-25%) | (3) Court In A Storm 10/1, Mistakes, outpaced, didn't appear suited by track beaten 8 1/2l in a handicap hurdle at Kempton last time; trainer in form; returning from a break; effective 2-3m; excuses last twice and fair mark on novice form. Novice winner over this far; open to improvement and could return refreshed after a break. |
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(2) (14/1 -17%)Kayf Dancer |
14/1(-17%) | (2) Kayf Dancer 14/1, Yard won this last year; stiff mark well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Newbury latest; off a short-break; effective at around 2m4f, acts on any; not fully exposed but mark demands more. Not obviously progressive but it was quite a deep race he ran in at Newbury last time. |
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(7) (18/1 -13%)Ri Na Cuirte |
18/1(-13%) | (7) Ri Na Cuirte 18/1, Outpaced early, below form in first time visor comfortably held in a handicap hurdle here last time; effective 3m, acts on any but suited by decent ground; steadily progressive until latest, handicapper may have caught up. Another C&D winner (November) but could have run a lot better on last two outings. |

The hat-trick seeking Got A Dream has proved a different proposition since entering handicaps and he's forecast to be in the mix once more. However, a 5lb higher mark for his latest victory at Warwick demands more and the down-in-class CALL ME LEGEND is a shade more compelling. The six-year-old arrives on the back of a second to a useful prospect at Newbury and that form could prove to be stronger. Diamatiste completes the shortlist.

This is quite competitive but CALL ME LEGEND (nap) is probably still improving despite his hat-trick bid coming up shy.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments | |
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(3) (1/1 -10%)Drop Dead Gorgeous |
1/1(-10%) | (3) Drop Dead Gorgeous 1/1, Yard has won 3 of last 5 runnings of race; Dubawi filly; half-sister to Gleneagles, high-class at 8f; dam high-class at 8f winning a G2 for these connections; top course trainer; likely type. Half-sister to eight winners inc' Gleneagles (RPR 124); may be capable of winning on debut. |
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(10) (5/2 +0%)White Sand Beach |
5/2(+0%) | (10) White Sand Beach 5/2, Yard has won 3 of last 5 runnings of race; ran to form suited by positive ride when second beaten 1 1/2l in a maiden at Gowran Park latest; top course trainer; effective 7f-1m; debut form franked, bit more to come for top yard. Good effort on debut when runner-up; beaten fav' last twice but remains of interes. |
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(7) (4/1 +11%)Sanctijude |
4/1(+11%) | (7) Sanctijude 4/1, Ran to form when second beaten a nose in a maiden at Gowran Park latest; effective 7f, should get 1m, acts on soft, good; in good form but became frustrating last year throwing a number of good opportunities away. 0-6 but runner-up three times; dependable filly but vulnerable to more talented types. |
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(1) (7/1 +30%)Chestnut Palace |
7/1(+30%) | (1) Chestnut Palace 7/1, 145,000 euros Palace Pier filly; half-sister to Fighting Irish, very smart at 6f as 2yo; top course jockey; stable can get first time out winners in both codes; of interest. 145,000euros foal; half-sister to five winners inc' Fighting Irish (RPR 106); check market. |
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(5) (16/1 -60%)Fleur De Provence |
16/1(-60%) | (5) Fleur De Provence 16/1, Gleneagles filly; half-sister to Chiara Luna, smart at 9f; dam high-class at 12f; dam a Group winner at this venue; worth following in the betting. Half-sister to four winners inc' Eternal Silence (RPR 105); others preferred. |
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(9) (50/1 -25%)Sofi's Gift |
50/1(-25%) | (9) Sofi's Gift 50/1, 15,000gns Mogul filly; half-sister to Bazball, very useful at 6f as 2yo; dam very useful at 6f at 2yo; rivals set good standard here; best watched. Half-sister to three winners inc' Keniote (RPR 97); she will have easier races than this. |
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(6) (100/1 -203%)Magna Kotcha |
100/1(-203%) | (6) Magna Kotcha 100/1, 7,500 euros Magna Grecia filly; half-sister to Wingingit, very smart at 11f; dam smart at 9f; looks clear stable second string on jockey bookings. Closely related to 7f winner Musical Jewel (RPR 61); best watched. |
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(8) (150/1 +0%)Sea Of Dubka |
150/1(+0%) | (8) Sea Of Dubka 150/1, No show after poor start down the field in a maiden at Dundalk most recent; returning from a break; bred for middle-distances; yet to show any real signs of ability. Beaten 20l+ in both m'dens; out of her depth. |
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(2) (200/1 -100%)Divine Believer |
200/1(-100%) | (2) Divine Believer 200/1, Still green and never threatened having missed the break beaten 10l in an auction race at Dundalk last time; should get at least a mile, probably more; all to prove after poor first couple of runs. Big odds for both 1m Dundalk maidens and ran like it; ruled out. |
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(4) (300/1 -100%)Ellie Roo |
300/1(-100%) | (4) Ellie Roo 300/1, Looked slow down the field in a maiden at Dundalk most recent; bred to stay; has looked very short of pace both starts. Always in rear for both 10.5f m'dens; likely to do better upped to staying trips. |

DROP DEAD GORGEOUS was the subject of some positive reports at the press morning at Ballydoyle earlier in the week and she can make a winning debut here. The Dubawi filly is a half-sister to a host of top-level performers, including Gleneagles, and was described as very smart by Aidan O'Brien. Her stablemate White Sand Beach was placed on her three outings last term and sets the standard. She is noted along with Sanctijude.

Mentioned positively by O'Brien at a press tour, Dubawi filly DROP DEAD GORGEOUS may be up to the task of winning on debut
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(3) (4/5 +4%)Red Acres Max |
4/5(+4%) | (3) Red Acres Max 4/5, Very promising debut when second beaten 2l in a maiden bumper at Fontwell latest; trainer in form; effective 2m; form of point win franked in hot Irish bumper, debut runner up effort boosted by winner, should be off the mark soon. Both his point and bumper form read well and he sets the standard. |
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(2) (6/4 +20%)Just For Dad |
6/4(+20%) | (2) Just For Dad 6/4, Green under pressure, mildly promising debut well beaten in King Edward VII Ascot Membership NH Flat Race (Listed) at Ascot only start; off a short-break; effective 2m; should come on a little for initial experience. Only newcomer in the field when a 17l eighth of 15 in a Listed race at Ascot. |
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(4) (14/1 -40%)Dundee Law |
14/1(-40%) | (4) Dundee Law 14/1, Outpaced, modest debut third beaten 11l in a bumper at Ayr debut; debut form looks strong, could improve but this looks tough. Finished last of the three runners at Ayr (soft) but the winner is promising. |
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(1) (14/1 -27%)Coniston Commander |
14/1(-27%) | (1) Coniston Commander 14/1, Too much to do, showed minor promise on debut 17l fourth in a bumper at Ayr first-time out; returning from a break; effective 2m; debut form franked emphatically including at Graded level, should progress. Promising fourth at Ayr in a race that's worked out well; has since had a wind operation. |

Having found only a smart prospect too good on his Rules bow at Fontwell, this looks a suitable opportunity for RED ACRES MAX to gain some compensation. The five-year-old drew 19 lengths clear of the third and he's taken to get the better of Just For Dad. Sam Thomas' charge was highly tried on his debut in a Listed bumper at Ascot and he's expected to prove more competitive in these calmer waters. Dundee Law may land the bronze medal.

His three rivals showed definite potential on their debuts but RED ACRES MAX sets a clear standard on the Fontwell run.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(1) (2/1 +43%)Apache Peak |
2/1(+43%) | (1) Apache Peak 2/1, Travelled, ran to form when second beaten 3 1/2l in a 4yo bumper at Naas latest; effective around 2m with cut; probably bit more to come. Twice runner-up in Naas bumpers on soft-to-heavy; others may have more improvement. |
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(3) (9/4 +36%)Brady Hartsfield |
9/4(+36%) | (3) Brady Hartsfield 9/4, Pulled way to front, very promising debut runner-up beaten 3/4l in a graduation bumper at Punchestown only start; effective 2m, acts on soft; can improve if settling. Only caught late on Punchestown debut when hanging left; top amateur now takes over. |
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(8) (7/2 -56%)Coole Cafe |
7/2(-56%) | (8) Coole Cafe 7/2, Improved in first time hood when winning a 4yo bumper at Naas by 3 1/2l last time; effective around 2m with cut; hurdles and bumper winner, strong stayer at 2m, worth step up in class. Quickened off slow pace to beat Apache Peak at Naas; can confirm form on same terms. |
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(7) (6/1 -118%)Cinating |
6/1(-118%) | (7) Cinating 6/1, Very promising debut third beaten 4 1/4l in a 4yo bumper at Leopardstown debut; effective 2m, acts on soft; knew job on debut but should progress a little. Recent Leopardstown debut was encouraging and likely has more to offer. |
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(5) (12/1 +70%)Alberta Rose |
12/1(+70%) | (5) Alberta Rose 12/1, Too much to do in race dominated from front, promising debut well beaten in a maiden hurdle at Naas only start; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on heavy; hurdle form strong. Yard had a winner at Cork on Thursday so worth a market check on bumper debut. |
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(4) (16/1 +60%)Dreal Article |
16/1(+60%) | (4) Dreal Article 16/1, 20,000 euros Maxios gelding; half-brother to Favour And Fortune, smart from 16f to 17f over hurdles on decent ground; another half brother a Grade 2 hurdles winner; watch betting. Yard have modest strike rate in bumpers; debutant likely all the better for the experience. |
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(6) (40/1 -43%)Catofthecanals |
40/1(-43%) | (6) Catofthecanals 40/1, National Defense filly; half sister was tried at Listed level on Flat; stable can get the odd winner in this sphere; watch betting. Flat-bred newcomer for whom market best guide. |

COOLE CAFE has already won an academy hurdle as well as a bumper and escapes a penalty in this Listed race. Flat-bred, the selection defeated Apache Peak last month and meets that rival on the same terms. Cinating showed ability when finishing third at Leopardstown recently, while Brady Hartsfield finished a useful second, and a long way clear of the remainder, at Punchestown last month.

Having shown a tidy turn of foot to beat Apache Peak at Naas last month COOLE CAFE (nap) looks the one to beat
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(4) (2/1 +71%)Prince In The Park |
2/1(+71%) | (4) Prince In The Park 2/1, Ran to form 3l third in a Maiden Point at Badbury Rings most recent run; showed minor promise in points. Beaten favourite in his latest point but was bought for £50,000 prior to that. |
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(6) (7/2 -100%)Henriettaredheart |
7/2(-100%) | (6) Henriettaredheart 7/2, Promising debut a head winner in a point bumper at Larkhill on debut; off a short-break; point win boosted under rules; likely type. Narrow winner of a good-ground point bumper at Larkhill in December. |
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(7) (9/2 +44%)Timmie Two |
9/2(+44%) | (7) Timmie Two 9/2, Promising debut runner-up beaten 1/2l in a point at Larkhill only start; more to come under rules. 4yo who was a clear second in a good-ground point bumper at Larkhill three weeks back. |
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(2) (11/2 -83%)Dadavic |
11/2(-83%) | (2) Dadavic 11/2, Promising debut a nose winner in a point bumper at Larkhill on debut; point winner, market can guide on rules debut. Forced a dead-heat on soft ground at Larkhill (2m); that form has yet to be truly tested. |
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(3) (9/1 +36%)Just Call Me Buzz |
9/1(+36%) | (3) Just Call Me Buzz 9/1, Poor effort well beaten in a point bumper at Larkhill only start; off a short-break; showed little in points. Some 21l behind Henriettaredheart on debut and then beaten 15l next time, also at Larkhill. |
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(1) (11/1 -83%)Call Me Ken |
11/1(-83%) | (1) Call Me Ken 11/1, Promising debut 2l winner in a point bumper at Lower Machen on debut; returning from a break; point winner, yard in good form. Still hard to know what the form is worth but he has won a point bumper on soft. |
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(5) (12/1 -60%)G Whizz |
12/1(-60%) | (5) G Whizz 12/1, Ran to form when fourth beaten 10l in the Point Bumper at Larkhill latest; tongue-tie first time; off a short-break; well fancied for points, yard has good record here. Beaten in two of these races already, on the first occasion in a race won by Call Me Ken. |

HENRIETTAREDHEART won a Larkhill point-to-point bumper in December and has to be of interest in a race of this nature as a result. Timmie Two was a close second in a similar event at the same venue at the beginning of this month and is an obvious danger, while Dadavic and Call Me Ken are others who merit places on the shortlist.

Narrow preference is for PRINCE IN THE PARK who fetched £50,000 before finishing third in a 3m point four weeks ago.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments | |
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(2) (5/4 +33%)Straight Up |
5/4(+33%) | (2) Straight Up 5/4, Yard won this last year; outpaced, looked in need of stiffer test beaten 4l in Autumn Stakes (Group 3) at Newmarket last time; effective 7-8f, acts on heay; clearly well regarded and should improve for experience as most from yard do. Won on heavy on debut, 8lb behind Hardy Warrior on official ratings, RPR gap is wider. |
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(1) (13/8 +0%)Hardy Warrior |
13/8(+0%) | (1) Hardy Warrior 13/8, Ran to form when fourth beaten 3l in Criterium International (Group 1) at Saint-Cloud latest; returning from a break; form of maiden win franked at top level; likely type. Boasts strong form linked to Aidan O'Brien-trained horses who are superior to Straight Up. |
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(3) (11/4 +21%)Take Charge Star |
11/4(+21%) | (3) Take Charge Star 11/4, Ran to form beaten 5l in a 2yo race at The Curragh last time; in good form prior; effective 7f; progressive and latest form franked but this demands more. Useful form at two but this is demanding, 15lb below Hardy Warrior in official ratings. |

Only three go to post and the 107-rated HARDY WARRIOR is the one to beat. The Pinatubo colt was last seen finishing a fine fourth to Puerto Rico in the Group 1 Criterium International at Saint-Cloud and this looks like a nice starting point. He holds entries in both the Irish 2,000 Guineas and Derby. Another with Classic entries is the Ballydoyle colt Straight Up. He won a Listowel maiden in good style but made little impression in Group 3 company at Newmarket. Take Charge Star looks booked for third.

A good opportunity for the Group 2-placed HARDY WARRIOR. His form at Pattern level gives him an edge over Straight Up
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