13:20 Cheltenham (Class 1) 16f - 22 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
3	3 (3) (1/1 +9%) Bambino Fever		1 1/1(+9%)																															(3) Bambino Fever 1/1, Winner of two G1s in bumpers including at this meeting last year; outclassed rivals when winning a maiden hurdle at Fairyhouse by 12l last time; tongue-tie first time; effective at 2m-2m2f with cut; top-class in bumpers winning Grade 1 here, looks very useful over hurdles, worth this step up in class and could reverse form with sole conqueror to date. Star bumper performer; beaten on hurdling debut but impressive enough last time.
15	15 (15) (15/2 -36%) Oldschool Outlaw		7.5 15/2(-36%)																															(15) Oldschool Outlaw 15/2, Improved outclassing rivals when winning Solerina Mares Novice Hurdle (Grade 3) at Fairyhouse by 9l last time; effective at 2-2 1/2m with plenty of cut; debut form very strong though did have fitness edge over Bambino Fever that day, progressive mare unbeaten over hurdles, leading contender in spring festivals. Took the scalp of Bambino Fever on hurdle debut and then easily won a Grade 3.
5	5 (5) (9/1 +0%) Carrigmoornaspruce		9 9/1(+0%)																															(5) Carrigmoornaspruce 9/1, Improved again when second beaten 5l in Future Champions Novice Hurdle (Grade 1) at Leopardstown latest; off a short-break; effective 2m, suited by good, acts on soft; bumper and hurdle form franked, progressing, brings in strong Grade 1 form against the boys. Runner-up in a Grade 1 last time and she's back against her own sex here; respected.
13	13 (13) (10/1 +29%) La Conquiere		10 10/1(+29%)																															(13) La Conquiere 10/1, Unable to wear down all the way winner, ran to form when second beaten 1/2l in Warfield Mares' Hurdle (Grade 2) at Ascot latest; poorly placed off a steady pace that day; effective 2m, acts on soft and good; highly tried in bumpers, form franked, looks useful, progressing, may get bit further and could stay on into a place. Stable won this three years ago with a mare who brought a similar level of form.
8	8 (8) (12/1 +0%) Echoing Silence		12 12/1(+0%)																															(8) Echoing Silence 12/1, Yard won this last year; travelled, did it readily, improved when winning Listed Mares Novice Hurdle at Punchestown by 3l last time; off a short-break; effective 2-2 1/2m; point, bumper and hurdles winner, form franked, progressive, may get further and this looks a sharp enough test. Improving mare with form over further, which hasn't been a negative in this race.
10	10 (10) (16/1 +0%) Future Prospect		16 16/1(+0%)																															(10) Future Prospect 16/1, Quickened clear comfortably when winning a maiden hurdle at Naas by 9 1/2l last time; effective 2m, acts on yielding and good; highly tried in bumpers, form of hurdles win had knocks but much more to come over hurdles for top connections. Many flights were omitted when she won at Naas, so she lacks hurdling experience.
12	12 (12) (16/1 +36%) Kingston Queen		16 16/1(+36%)																															(12) Kingston Queen 16/1, Improved back up in trip when winning Jane Seymour Mares' Novices' Hurdle (Grade 2) at Warwick by 3/4l last time; cheekpieces first time; effective 2-2 1/2m; more to come at 2 1/2m. Grade 2 winner; likeable attitude but that takes you only so far; cheekpieces added.
22	22 (22) (25/1 -25%) Mille Et Une Vies		25 25/1(-25%)																															(22) Mille Et Une Vies 25/1, Ran to form when second beaten 8l in a Mares hurdle at Auteuil latest; returning from long layoff; effective at around 2m, acts with cut; highly tried in France where showed useful form, may just need this on stable debut. Smart in France; has the 4yo allowance and there appears to be some confidence behind her.
16	16 (16) (28/1 -75%) Place De La Nation		28 28/1(-75%)																															(16) Place De La Nation 28/1, Yard has won 5 of last 10 runnings of race; ran to form behind useful rival when second beaten 9l in Solerina Mares Novice Hurdle (Grade 3) at Fairyhouse latest; effective 2m-2m6f, acts on S, GS; highly tried, looks useful, worth step back up in trip and may struggle to reverse form with Oldschool Outlaw. Couldn't hold a candle to Oldschool Outlaw when returned to Graded company at Fairyhouse.
20	20 (20) (28/1 -75%) Charme De Faust		28 28/1(-75%)																															(20) Charme De Faust 28/1, Yard has won 5 of last 10 runnings of race; improved for debut experience when winning a maiden hurdle at Thurles by 9l last time; effective 2m-2m2f, acts on very soft and heavy; joined a top yard from France, more to come but this a big ask so early in career. 4yo; light on experience but looked good at Thurles and she's clearly talented.
2	2 (2) (33/1 +0%) Amen Kate		33 33/1(+0%)																															(2) Amen Kate 33/1, Improved looking a much easier ride when winning Boreen Belle Mares Novice Hurdle (Listed) at Thurles by 2 1/4l last time; off a short-break; effective at 2m, acts on soft, good; not always straightforwards but progressive and threat if consenting to start. Held by Bambino Fever on bumper form but she has progressed well over hurdles.
7	7 (7) (33/1 +0%) Diamond Du Berlais		33 33/1(+0%)																															(7) Diamond Du Berlais 33/1, Yard has won 5 of last 10 runnings of race; outclassd rivals when winning a maiden hurdle at Ludlow by 5l last time; effective around 2m-2m5f, acts with cut; highly tried in France, not stable first string but should have more to offer for new yard. 0-13 in France but was useful; won a weak race at Ludlow; may need the mud.
21	21 (21) (33/1 +18%) Manganese		33 33/1(+18%)																															(21) Manganese 33/1, Improved up in class suited by positive ride when winning Listed Fillies' Juvenile Hurdle at Doncaster by 3/4l last time; that form boosted; effective 2m, acts on soft and good to soft; progressive, worth further step up in class. 4-4; dangerous to leave out of calculations without knowing the ceiling of her ability.
19	19 (19) (40/1 -43%) White Noise		40 40/1(-43%)																															(19) White Noise 40/1, Ran to form when second beaten 3/4l in Jane Seymour Mares' Novices' Hurdle (Grade 2) at Warwick latest; effective 2-2 1/4m, will get further in time; form working out very well, progressing but plenty to find with Kingston Queen. Second in a 2m3f Grade last time; probably needs that trip or even further ideally.
9	9 (9) (50/1 -127%) Full Of Life		50 50/1(-127%)																															(9) Full Of Life 50/1, Yard won this last year; improved back over hurdles suited by positive ride when winning Feathard Lady Mares Novice Hurdle (Grade 3) at Down Royal by 1 1/4l last time; effective at 2-2 1/2m, acts on any; progressing in this sphere but more needed again. Determined in keeping Carrigmoornaspruce at bay in a Grade 3 last time in October.
11	11 (11) (66/1 -32%) Jackie Hobbs		66 66/1(-32%)																															(11) Jackie Hobbs 66/1, Travelled, did it cosily, ran to form benefitting from drop in class when winning a novice hurdle at Warwick by a length last time; effective 2m, acts on good to soft and good; classy in bumpers, looks useful hurdling recruit, more to come. 2-3 over hurdles but the Warwick win is no shining advertisement for her prospects.
4	4 (4) (80/1 -186%) Blue Velvet		80 80/1(-186%)																															(4) Blue Velvet 80/1, Yard has won 5 of last 10 runnings of race; improved up in trip when winning a graduation hurdle at Punchestown by 2l last time; effective at 2m-2m3f with cut; latest win boosted, more to come for good yard. Progressing but has to unearth something from somewhere to threaten at this loftier level.
14	14 (14) (100/1 -52%) Louve D'irlande		100 100/1(-52%)																															(14) Louve D'irlande 100/1, Very promising debut when winning a 4yo hurdle at Fontainebleau by a nose last time; effective 2m, acts on soft and good to soft; tried at the top level in bumpers in France, may have more to offer for new yard but this a big ask after a break. Did well in France; highly tried here on stable debut and market vibes haven't been strong.
18	18 (18) (100/1 -52%) St Irene		100 100/1(-52%)																															(18) St Irene 100/1, Quickened, improved again suited by positive ride at sharp track when winning Byerley Stud Mares' Novice Hurdle (Listed) at Taunton by 2 1/2l last time; effective 2m, acts on good to soft, good; form franked, progressive, worth a go in Graded contest with conditions to suit; outside chance. Listed winner but needs a career best by some almighty margin to be in the shake-up.
6	6 (6) (150/1 -200%) Chosen Comrade		150 150/1(-200%)																															(6) Chosen Comrade 150/1, Ran to form up in trip when fourth beaten 12l in Listed Mares Novice Hurdle at Punchestown latest; off a short-break; effective 2-2 1/4m, acts on soft, good; point, bumper and hurdles winner, in form but looks out of depth here. Has 12l to find with Echoing Silence on their Punchestown meeting in December.
1	1 (1) (200/1 -203%) Al Fonce		200 200/1(-203%)																															(1) Al Fonce 200/1, Ran to form handling the quicker ground 4l third in Byerley Stud Mares' Novice Hurdle (Listed) at Taunton most recent run; off a short-break; effective 2m-2m3f, acts on any; showed very useful form in France but plenty to find with re-opposing rival from last time and looks out of depth. Dual French winner but beaten fair and square on British debut at Taunton.
17	17 (17) (300/1 -100%) Scavengers Reign		300 300/1(-100%)																															(17) Scavengers Reign 300/1, Travelled but didn't find as much as looked likely, ran to form 7 1/2l third in a handicap hurdle at Doncaster most recent run; effective up to 2m4f, acts on soft and good; in fair form but outclassed here. Wetherby maiden winner; she doesn't have the form or the profile for this.

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Willie Mullins' stranglehold on this contest has loosened in recent years, but BAMBINO FEVER could be the bet of the week. Last year's Champion Bumper heroine was turned over by Oldschool Outlaw at Naas, but she made no mistake at Fairyhouse next time with the benefit of that run and it will take a mighty performance to beat her today. Henry de Bromhead won this in 2021 and 12 months ago, and Punchestown Listed winner Echoing Silence is a contender, for all that she does appear to want a test of stamina. Jamie Snowden was successful with You Wear It Well in 2023 and although his representative La Conquiere was beaten in a Grade 2 at Ascot in January, that race was tactical and it was still a creditable effort. Carrigmoornaspruce was perhaps a little fortunate to finish second in a Grade 1 at Leopardstown but this does represent a slight ease in class and, at a big price, spare a thought for Manganese, who made it three from three over timber at Doncaster.

Oldschool Outlaw probably caught BAMBINO FEVER at a good time in December and the Mullins mare can take her revenge.

13:20 Cheltenham (Class 1) 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:34 Limerick 22f - 15 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	Speed Runs	Speed at Distance	LTO Speed	Top Speed	WSR	TF Rating	Course	Going	Distance	Timespeed	OR	Weight	Runs	Age	Comments
6	6 (6) (85/40 +61%) Mickey Hulie		2.125 85/40(+61%)																															(6) Mickey Hulie 85/40, Improved up in trip, just caught late by strong stayer when beaten a neck off a 4lb lower mark at Naas last time; effective at 2m-3m, acts with cut; chance in this. Point winner confirmed a liking for a stamina test when second over 3m at Naas last week.
4	4 (4) (10/3 +56%) Roc My Haarth		3.333333 10/3(+56%)																															(4) Roc My Haarth 10/3, Ran to form when beaten 3 1/2l off a 1lb lower mark at Punchestown last time; effective 2m4f-3m, suited by cut; back in form and go well. Form has been erratic, has a leading chance based on last month's Punchestown second.
8	8 (8) (13/2 +0%) Sock It To Me		6.5 13/2(+0%)																															(8) Sock It To Me 13/2, Returned to form down in trip, allowed easy lead when beaten 2l off a 5lb lower mark at Fairyhouse last time; effective 2m-2m4f, acts with cut; needs to build on latest. Comes into the reckoning now following a much-improved run in a 2m4f Fairyhouse handicap.
15	15 (15) (15/2 +25%) Shanroe Nelson		7.5 15/2(+25%)																															(15) Shanroe Nelson 15/2, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Fairyhouse latest; effective at around 2m4f, acts with cut; needs more back hurdling. Had an excuse for a poor chase run last time, previous third over hurdles was promising.
13	13 (13) (17/2 +6%) Mullanour		8.5 17/2(+6%)																															(13) Mullanour 17/2, Ran to form, just flattening out after late error up in trip when second beaten 10l in a handicap hurdle at Clonmel latest; effective 2m4f-3m, suited by cut; chance if building on latest. 14-race maiden over hurdles, decent effort last time when 10l second to a progressive type.
1	1 (1) (10/1 -33%) Westernersunrise		10 10/1(-33%)																															(1) Westernersunrise 10/1, Ran to form when fourth beaten 18l in a handicap hurdle at Fairyhouse latest; effective 2m4f-2m7f, acts with cut; generally in good form. Good overall claims in a race of this standard, held by Sock It To Me on Fairyhouse form.
2	2 (2) (12/1 -20%) One And Only		12 12/1(-20%)																															(2) One And Only 12/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Fairyhouse latest; off a short-break; effective 2m4f-2m7f, acts on soft and good; not ruled out back hurdling. Pulled up in two of his three chase starts, was a reliable sort over hurdles last season.
16	16 (16) (12/1 +25%) Ballingurteen		12 12/1(+25%)																															(16) Ballingurteen 12/1, Pulled up in a maiden hurdle at Thurles latest; usually held up; effective at 3m in points; all to prove at present. In good hands but has shown next to nothing over hurdles since second in a maiden point.
11	11 (11) (20/1 -67%) Without Exception		20 20/1(-67%)																															(11) Without Exception 20/1, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle here latest; effective around 2m4f, suited by cut; must bounce back. Blotted his record when pulled up here a month ago, fair third over 2m4f here in December.
10	10 (10) (22/1 +12%) Dalmatic		22 22/1(+12%)																															(10) Dalmatic 22/1, Mistakes, below form off revised mark when 13th beaten 49l off 90 last time, 1lb lower here; effective 2m4f-3m, suited by plenty of cut; inconsistent, wears headgear for a reason. Narrow winner from Gaelic Des Chastys here in December, in rear at Punchestown in January.
18	18 (18) (28/1 -40%) Fortunate Outcome		28 28/1(-40%)																															(18) Fortunate Outcome 28/1, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Clonmel latest; effective 2m2f-2m7f, acts on soft and heavy; bounce back needed. Pulled up in a Clonmel race in which Mullanour was second, unlikely to feature.
7	7 (7) (40/1 -21%) My Friend The Wind		40 40/1(-21%)																															(7) My Friend The Wind 40/1, Maybe needed run back hurdling when pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Punchestown latest; effective around 3m; unreliable and hard to fancy. Pulled up on latest hurdles start, useful form in staying handicaps over fences last year.
12	12 (12) (50/1 -100%) Walkmethroughit		50 50/1(-100%)																															(12) Walkmethroughit 50/1, Pulled up tried in cheekpices in a handicap hurdle at Punchestown latest; tongue-tie first time; effective around 2m4f; needs more. Weak form in maiden hurdles and has yet to show potential for handicap success.
3	3 (3) (66/1 -230%) The Little Yank		66 66/1(-230%)																															(3) The Little Yank 66/1, Made too much use of on quick reappearance when pulled up at Limerick latest; effective 2m4f-3m, acts on any but best on sound surface; inconsistent of late. Pulled up on both starts since a Clonmel win in January, others are more reliable.
17	17 (17) (100/1 -203%) La Tene		100 100/1(-203%)																															(17) La Tene 100/1, Disappointing handicap debut when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Clonmel latest; effective at 2m, acts on soft; fair mark on maiden form but needs to prove ability remains after long layoff. Has made no impact in two runs since returning from a long absence, very hard to fancy.

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MICKEY HULIE ran a big race at Naas last week and a similar effort may be enough to get his head in front now. The Pour Moi gelding was just collared late on by Let's Go Mans and a 4lb rise doesn't look harsh. Gaelic Des Chastys has been knocking on the door and is only 1lb higher than when chasing home Mi Lucky Cailin at Thurles. He should be thereabouts again. Roc My Haarth showed improvement when second to Chase The Moon at Punchestown last month and is another for the shortlist.

The vote goes to SOCK IT TO ME (nap), whose improved display at Fairyhouse gives him the beating of Westernersunrise

13:34 Limerick 22f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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13:42 Hexham (Class 5) 16f - 9 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
6	6 (6) (4/1 +0%) Rock N Roll Champ		4 4/1(+0%)																															(6) Rock N Roll Champ 4/1, Couldn't go gallop and continued in poor form when fourth beaten 31l in a handicap chase at Sedgefield latest; in decent form prior to that; effective 2 1/2m; still a maiden but each way claims. Maiden; fair third at Newcastle (2m4f, heavy; 13-2) on penultimate start; a possible..
1	1 (1) (5/1 +0%) My My My Delilah		5 5/1(+0%)																															(1) My My My Delilah 5/1, Unseated in a handicap hurdle at Newcastle latest when beaten; tongue-tie first time; effective 2m, acts on soft, good; yet to match bumper form, fair mark on best maiden efforts. Yet to threaten over hurdles (0-5); unseated at Newcastle (2m1f) latest; tongue-tie added.
9	9 (9) (5/1 +0%) Blended Stealth		5 5/1(+0%)																															(9) Blended Stealth 5/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Catterick latest where never travelled; off a short-break; effective 2-3m; enthusiasm concerns, inconsistent. Reverts to hurdles (1-37); broader overall record (1-47) is hardly a ringing endorsement..
3	3 (3) (6/1 +0%) Ellistrin Bay		6 6/1(+0%)																															(3) Ellistrin Bay 6/1, Improved a little in first time tongue tie well beaten in a novice hurdle at Kelso latest; effective at 2m in bumpers; needs to build on latest now handicapping. Did at least complete at Kelso (2m, heavy; 250-1) latest; switches to a novices' handicap..
4	4 (4) (9/4 +0%) Knockeranna Rose		2.25 9/4(+0%)																															(4) Knockeranna Rose 9/4, Too much to do ridden to see out the trip but ran to form on handicap debut when fourth beaten 13l in a handicap hurdle at Carlisle latest; effective 2m-2m3f, acts on soft and good; unexposed and should go close. Latest Carlisle fourth (2m4f) was given a boost by the runner-up at Sedgefield on Tuesday..
5	5 (5) (15/2 +0%) Junkyard Dog		7.5 15/2(+0%)																															(5) Junkyard Dog 15/2, May not have stayed comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Carlisle last time; blinkers first time; effective 10-12f on flat, 2m over hurdles, acts on good, soft; Irish form franked at Listed level, yet to fire for new yard. Disappointed since joining I. Jardine; drops back in trip from easing mark; blinkers added.
7	7 (7) (25/1 +0%) Gold Ring		25 25/1(+0%)																															(7) Gold Ring 25/1, Every chance, below form well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Carlisle latest; regressive in both codes, hard to fancy. Struggling for form in recent times; held by Knockeranna Rose on latest Carlisle evidence..
2	2 (2) (33/1 +0%) Upthereforthinking		33 33/1(+0%)																															(2) Upthereforthinking 33/1, Well below form, needed run when comfortably held in a selling hurdle at Leicester last time; off a short-break; effective around 2m-2m4f; should come on for latest but in poor form. 14-race maiden; last of five in 2m4f seller at Leicester (25-1) latest; headgear tweak..
8	8 (8) (33/1 +0%) Bray Dale		33 33/1(+0%)																															(8) Bray Dale 33/1, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Ayr latest where stopped quickly; effective 2m, acts on soft; bit to prove, looking exposed. Form figures of P8P since turn of the year suggests he'll struggle to get competitive..

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ROCK N ROLL CHAMP hasn't been running badly over hurdles this season and the eight-year-old, who disappointed over fences at Sedgefield last time, gets a tentative vote in what looks a tricky puzzle on paper. Knockeranna Rose finished fourth on his handicap bow at Carlisle and is entitled to step forward from that effort, while the application of blinkers might aid the cause of Junkyard Dog.

It's possible that blinkers will assist Junkyard Dog but he still has much ground to make up with KNOCKERANNA ROSE.

13:42 Hexham (Class 5) 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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14:00 Cheltenham (Class 1) 20f - 18 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
3	3 (3) (5/1 +38%) Slade Steel		5 5/1(+38%)																															(3) Slade Steel 5/1, Outstayed over 3m when second beaten 2 1/2l in a beginners chase chase at Navan latest; form of previous effort boosted; off a short-break; effective 2-2 1/2m, barely gets 3m; classy novice hurdler, not as slick over fences but in form, can do better dropped in trip and former Supreme winner has a chance here. Consistent; won the 2024 Supreme in sole Cheltenham attempt; mark is attractive; solid.
10	10 (10) (11/2 +31%) Jordans Cross		5.5 11/2(+31%)																															(10) Jordans Cross 11/2, Needed every yard overcoming pace bias landing a Novices' Handicap Chase by a nose off a 6lb lower mark here last time; effective 2-2 1/2m, suited by decent ground, acts on soft; progressing, may yet get 3m but should remain competitive if getting stiff test. Good strike-rate and gained latest success in a C&D event of high significance; big player.
4	4 (4) (6/1 -9%) Regent's Stroll		6 6/1(-9%)																															(4) Regent's Stroll 6/1, Yard won this last year with similar type; still keen, travelled, out-battled late up the hill having looked winner when second beaten 4l in a novice chase here latest; that form working out well; effective 2m4f, acts on soft, good; classy sort with more to offer in handicaps if settling better. Very similar type to last year's winner Caldwell Potter for same connections; respected.
13	13 (13) (15/2 +17%) Stencil		7.5 15/2(+17%)																															(13) Stencil 15/2, Did it easily, ran to form jumping much better when winning a novice chase at Chepstow by 6 1/2l last time; usually held up; effective 2m, acts with cut; can do better in handicaps now jumping has improved but could do with some rain. Low-mileage 5yo who won well last time; possibilities provided he stays this new trip.
11	11 (11) (9/1 -64%) Meetmebythesea		9 9/1(-64%)																															(11) Meetmebythesea 9/1, Landed a handicap by 1/2l off a 6lb lower mark at Wetherby three starts back with plenty left in the tank; effective 2-2 1/2m, acts on soft and good to soft; debut form franked at Graded level, much more to come over fences back on better ground over longer trips; big player. Remains open to further improvement and the return to 2m4f promises to suit; major player.
7	7 (7) (9/1 +36%) Wingmen		9 9/1(+36%)																															(7) Wingmen 9/1, Ran to form when second beaten 10l in a beginners chase chase at Fairyhouse latest; enjoys making it; off a short-break; effective 2 1/2m, acts on any; in fair form, not the most willing and mark looks stiff enough. Latest effort has been franked by the smart winner since; may be ready to peak.
8	8 (8) (11/1 +21%) Kiss Will		11 11/1(+21%)																															(8) Kiss Will 11/1, Ran to form when second beaten 1 1/2l in a beginners chase chase at Punchestown latest; previous runner up effort strong form; effective 2 1/2-3m; consistent, can win soon over fences but may do better over longer trips than this. Three placed efforts over fences set him up nicely for a crack at this handicap.
16	16 (16) (12/1 +0%) The Bluesman		12 12/1(+0%)																															(16) The Bluesman 12/1, Improved again under slightly more positive ride landing a handicap by 3 1/2l off a 8lb lower mark at Haydock last time though helped by faller; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on soft and good; progressive but much more on his plate here. Record of 121 since joining new yard and switched to chasing; lightly raced and improving.
18	18 (18) (12/1 +14%) Kdeux Saint Fray		12 12/1(+14%)																															(18) Kdeux Saint Fray 12/1, Mistakes and jumped left, ran to form up in trip beaten 2 1/2l off a 2lb lower mark at Kempton last time; ran well against pace bias here previously; effective 2 1/2-3m, acts on soft, good; progressing over fences, may do better back going left handed but has shown his hand more than most here. Has notable Cheltenham form but possibly isn't crying out for this drop back to 2m4f.
6	6 (6) (20/1 -11%) King Alexander		20 20/1(-11%)																															(6) King Alexander 20/1, Did it comfortably and outclassed rivals when winning a beginners chase chase at Gowran Park by 3l last time; previous narrow defeat has been boosted; effective 2 1/2-3m, acts on any; more to come over fences for top yard in handicaps but needs it to defy this mark. Recorded a career-best RPR with comfortable win at Gowran; peaking at the right time.
14	14 (14) (20/1 +29%) Western Knight		20 20/1(+29%)																															(14) Western Knight 20/1, Improved again back up in trip when second beaten 5 1/2l in Reynoldstown Novices' Chase (Grade 2) at Ascot latest; well treated on that; effective 2 1/2-3m, acts on soft and good; progressing over fences despite slight enthusiasm concerns, could do better in handicaps but drop in trip not ideal. Not disgraced in the Reynoldstown over 3m; record of 4-4 at 2m3f-2m5f; could go well.
1	1 (1) (25/1 -25%) Gold Dancer		25 25/1(-25%)																															(1) Gold Dancer 25/1, Didn't stay 3m on testing ground when fourth beaten 13l in Ten Up Novice Chase (Grade 2) at Navan latest; runner up at top level previously; effective 2-2 1/2m, acts on any but suited by decent ground; form of Graded wins franked, may have reached level but place claims off top weight. Useful sort who has Graded form but likely needs improvement to defy top weight.
9	9 (9) (33/1 -50%) Moon Rocket		33 33/1(-50%)																															(9) Moon Rocket 33/1, Landed a handicap by 13l off a 6lb lower mark at Doncaster three starts back; may have found ground too soft when comfortably held in Hampton Novices' Chase (Grade 2) last time; trainer in form; effective 3m, acts on good to soft; highly tried over hurdles last term so well regarded but mark stiff enough. Interesting sort, being related to Tully East who won this corresponding race in 2017.
20	20 (20) (33/1 -32%) Ben Solo		33 33/1(-32%)																															(20) Ben Solo 33/1, Unseated in a handicap chase at Chepstow latest when likely to have won; off a short-break; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on soft, good; had looked a natural in this sphere until latest and progressive but this a big ask. Has performed well at Chepstow since switched to chasing but this is a stiffer task.
5	5 (5) (40/1 -43%) Ol Man Dingle		40 40/1(-43%)																															(5) Ol Man Dingle 40/1, Well held up in grade in Drinmore Novice Chase (Grade 1) at Fairyhouse last time; cheekpieces first time; returning from a break; effective 2-2 1/2m, suited by decent ground; progressing over fences until latest, needs this drop in class but mark looks tough enough. Needs to resume progress but has big-field handicap experience; cheekpieces added.
17	17 (17) (40/1 -43%) Where's My Jet		40 40/1(-43%)																															(17) Where's My Jet 40/1, Improved up in trip but challenged too early off strong pace when comfortably held in Leopardstown Handicap Chase (Grade 3) at Leopardstown last time; effective 2 1/2m; improving over fences and holds outside claims. Has inconsistent form since switched to chasing; not certain to back up latest effort.
19	19 (19) (66/1 -136%) Dr Eggman		66 66/1(-136%)																															(19) Dr Eggman 66/1, Ran to form just paying the price for trying to go with classy winner when 34l third in a beginners chase chase at Thurles most recent run; effective 2 1/2m, acts on any; capable of better back up in trip but mark looks stiff here. Again faces stronger candidates from his own yard; overall record is only 2-15.
12	12 (12) (80/1 -60%) Intense Approach		80 80/1(-60%)																															(12) Intense Approach 80/1, Stopped quickly on unsuitable heavy ground when comfortably held in Flyingbolt Novice Chase (Grade 3) at Navan last time; jumping an issue so far over fences; effective 2m4f-3m, suited by good; must bounce back and wouldn't want rain. Has failed to back up the form of his Galway win (chase debut); less solid than others.

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Paul Nicholls won this with Caldwell Potter 12 months ago and the Ditcheat maestro saddles an interesting runner in the shape of Regent's Stroll. The form of his second here on New Year's Day has been franked, although there has to be a worry that the atmosphere of the Festival may just get to him, especially given how keen he has been at times. Meetmebythesea will appreciate a sounder surface after qualifying when not sighted in the Game Spirit and the step up in trip is another angle for improvement, while the same owner's Stencil needs to prove his stamina after impressing at Chepstow. Jordans Cross won over C&D on Trials Day in a race that has a terrific record of throwing up Festival winners, but a chance is taken with OL MAN DINGLE. The seven-year-old scored on his first two chase starts at Galway and Cork before finding the ground too soft in the Drinmore. Freshened up since, the application of cheekpieces is another potential source of improvement and he may well prove to be overpriced.

With his credentials so strong, REGENT'S STROLL (nap) is preferred. Solid Slade Steel is second pick, ahead of Jordans Cross.

14:00 Cheltenham (Class 1) 20f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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14:14 Limerick 24f - 6 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	Speed Runs	Speed at Distance	LTO Speed	Top Speed	WSR	TF Rating	Course	Going	Distance	Timespeed	OR	Weight	Runs	Age	Comments
6	6 (6) (9/4 +68%) Honey Come Quick		2.25 9/4(+68%)																															(6) Honey Come Quick 9/4, Mistakes, outpaced but improved when 16l third in a beginners' chase at Naas most recent run; off a short-break; effective 2m4f-3m; multiple point winner respected now hurdling with stamina proven. Two wins in points, has shown ability over fences, clear chance if she hurdles efficiently.
2	2 (2) (9/4 0%) Frankie's Freebie		2.25 9/4(0%)																															(2) Frankie's Freebie 9/4, Ran to form when second beaten 16l in a maiden hurdle at Punchestown latest; effective 2m4f-3m with cut; point winner, may have more to offer at 3m. Point winner on good ground, placed on all three maiden hurdle outings on winter going.
1	1 (1) (7/2 +0%) Fou De Toi		3.5 7/2(+0%)																															(1) Fou De Toi 7/2, Needed run, below French level minus headgear when fourth beaten 16l in a maiden hurdle at Thurles latest; effective 1m7f-2m4f, acts with cut; French form boosted at Listed level, surely capable of better but stamina to prove. Placed on sole start in France in 2024, shaped respectably on Irish debut; should improve.
4	4 (4) (6/1 +33%) Panjandrum		6 6/1(+33%)																															(4) Panjandrum 6/1, Showed more than on hurdles debut albeit comfortably held in a maiden hurdle at Punchestown last time; effective 2m-2m4f with cut; longer trip may suit. Needs to recover his best form after two reverses, respected on his point/bumper form.
5	5 (5) (8/1 +43%) Belladona Princess		8 8/1(+43%)																															(5) Belladona Princess 8/1, Did too much too soon on handicap debut down the field in a handicap hurdle at Navan most recent; effective 2m3f, acts with cut; bit to find. Best maiden effort came when third at Naas in December, in rear in a handicap last time.
3	3 (3) (100/1 -25%) Jimmy Jim Paddy		100 100/1(-25%)																															(3) Jimmy Jim Paddy 100/1, Some promise on debut when well beaten in a maiden hurdle at Naas only start; effective at 2m, acts on soft to heavy; longer trip a plus. Made some late progress in midfield on debut at Naas, likely to need more experience..

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FOU DE TOI was a touch disappointing on his Irish debut, but there should be better to come from the Motivator gelding. He faded from the second-last after racing prominently in Thurles last month and it's interesting that connections go up in trip. Frankie's Freebie has been running in some decent maiden hurdles and is probably the pick on form. He ran into a decent sort in Fillyoureye at Punchestown last time. Panjandrum hasn't really progressed since winning a bumper in November, but could get closer now.

French import FOU DE TOI made his Irish debut after a long absence and can improve to master tthe consistent Frankie's Freebie

14:14 Limerick 24f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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14:22 Hexham (Class 5) 20f - 12 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
2	2 (2) (7/4 +0%) Fortunefavorsdbold		1.75 7/4(+0%)																															(2) Fortunefavorsdbold 7/4, Ran to form beaten 2l off a 2lb lower mark at Leicester last time; effective up to 3m2f, heavy, good to soft; back in form over fences of late, mark fair. On a good mark; ran her best race of the season when second last time at Leicester; chance.
4	4 (4) (10/1 +0%) Park Rules		10 10/1(+0%)																															(4) Park Rules 10/1, Found nil, poor chase debut when down the field in a beginners chase chase at Cork most recent; off a short-break; effective 2-2 1/2m; looks poor, plenty to prove for new yard. Poor form in Ireland; bought for 1,400gns in January; needs to improve on stable debut.
11	11 (11) (10/1 +0%) Cave Hill		10 10/1(+0%)																															(11) Cave Hill 10/1, Never threatened 28l third in a handicap chase at Sedgefield most recent run; effective at around 2m4f, acts on soft, good; in moderate form but back below last winning mark. C&D winner last May; has run a couple of fair races since but below best on last two runs.
6	6 (6) (11/8 +0%) Didntgotwenty		1.375 11/8(+0%)																															(6) Didntgotwenty 11/8, Improved for easy victory handling the soft ground landing a handicap by 6l off a 9lb lower mark at Musselburgh last time; effective 2 1/2m, acts on soft, good; may have bit more to offer now he's had his head in front, may yet get 3m. Easy winner at Musselburgh on third chase start last time; up 9lb but should go well again.
3	3 (3) (14/1 +0%) King Of Cong		14 14/1(+0%)																															(3) King Of Cong 14/1, Below form back up in trip when down the field in a handicap chase at Catterick most recent; off a short-break; effective 2m4f-3m, acts on heavy, good to soft; unreliable. Good 2nd here in November; not at best on last two starts; had a break since; new headgear.
8	8 (8) (16/1 +0%) Stowaway John		16 16/1(+0%)																															(8) Stowaway John 16/1, Yard won this last year; unseated in a handicap chase here latest; off a short-break; effective 2 1/2m, acts on any; inconsistent but does like this venue. Decisive winner over C&D in May 2024 (heavy); lightly raced and modest form since.
7	7 (7) (18/1 +0%) Reliance Kid		18 18/1(+0%)																															(7) Reliance Kid 18/1, Still green, mistakes, disappointing handicap when debut down the field in a handicap hurdle at Newcastle most recent; off a short-break; needs more in handicaps now chasing. Irish point second; not shown a great deal since; makes chase debut after wind op.
9	9 (9) (20/1 +0%) Rightbackatyou		20 20/1(+0%)																															(9) Rightbackatyou 20/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Ayr latest where let down by jumping; effective 2m; plenty to prove. Ex-Irish pointer; only modest form for present connections (pulled up on chase debut).
10	10 (10) (22/1 +0%) Lewa House		22 22/1(+0%)																															(10) Lewa House 22/1, No obvious excuse comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Ayr last time; effective 2 1/2-3m; inconsistent, poor strike rate but likes this venue and return to chasing could suit. Sound run when second on good ground over 3m here last March; hasn't done as well since.
5	5 (5) (50/1 +0%) Quickasican		50 50/1(+0%)																															(5) Quickasican 50/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Market Rasen latest; fair mark on old form but needs to prove ability remains after lay off. Ex-Irish pointer; fair hurdles form for previous yard; pulled up on chase debut last time.
12	12 (12) (50/1 +0%) Kingston Rock		50 50/1(+0%)																															(12) Kingston Rock 50/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Ayr latest where failed to stay 3m; effective 2m; inconsistent, yet to fire over fences. Fair chase run here in October 2024 but pulled up on both runs over fences since.
1	1 (1) (100/1 +0%) Baptism Of Fire		100 100/1(+0%)																															(1) Baptism Of Fire 100/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Carlisle latest where let down by jumping; usually held up; effective 2 1/2-2 3/4m; out of form, needs to prove ability remains after lay off. Useful/hurdler chaser for Henry de Bromhead but pulled up all five starts for new yard.

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DIDNTGOTWENTY gained a first career success in comfortable fashion at Musselburgh last month and he is capable of backing that performance up off a 9lb higher mark. Fortunefavorsdbold bounced back from a fall when second at Leicester and has to enter calculations, with the switch of headgear from cheekpieces to blinkers a potential source of improvement for King Of Cong.

Although she's not a regular winner, FORTUNEFAVORSDBOLD ran well when second at Leicester last time and can beat Didntgotwenty.

14:22 Hexham (Class 5) 20f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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14:40 Cheltenham (Class 1) 20f - 7 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
7	7 (7) (5/6 -25%) Wodhooh		0.833333 5/6(-25%)																															(7) Wodhooh 5/6, Gamely wore down rival who got first run when winning Kerrymount Mares Hurdle (Grade 3) at Leopardstown by 2 1/4l last time; Martin Pipe winner here last year; off a short-break; effective 2 1/2m; hugely progressive, sole hurdles defeat at hands of top class rival and the one to beat. 9-10 over hurdles, including two C&D wins; two Graded wins this term; again hard to beat.
3	3 (3) (2/1 +43%) Jade De Grugy		2 2/1(+43%)																															(3) Jade De Grugy 2/1, Winner of two G1s; yard has won last two runnings of race; runner up in this last year; improved when winning Carey Glass Mares Novice Chase (Grade 2) decisively at Thurles by 18l last time; off a short-break; effective 2m2f-2m5f, acts on heavy, good to soft; high-class, still progressing and a big player Two Grade 1 hurdle wins; Grade 2 novice chase win latest; 2nd last year; sure to go well.
2	2 (2) (8/1 -7%) Feet Of A Dancer		8 8/1(-7%)																															(2) Feet Of A Dancer 8/1, Travelled, ran to best suited by step up in trip, well timed ride when winning Yorkshire Rose Mares' Hurdle (Grade 2) at Doncaster by 2l last time; effective 2-3m, acts on any; consistent; closely matched with Dream On Baby on form. Listed and Grade 2 winner this season but beaten by Wodhooh at Leopardstown in between.
6	6 (6) (12/1 -50%) Take No Chances		12 12/1(-50%)																															(6) Take No Chances 12/1, Outpaced, ran to form but unsuited by way race developed down in trip 2l third in the Conditions Hurdle at Windsor most recent run; off a short-break; effective 2-3m; admirably consistent mare, could be on fair mark in handicaps but usually runs her race and will be ridden to pick up the pieces. Third to Lossiemouth last year; has run well in defeat this term; each-way player again.
1	1 (1) (33/1 +0%) Dream On Baby		33 33/1(+0%)																															(1) Dream On Baby 33/1, Travelled, ran to form benefitting from easy lead on ground softer than ideal when second beaten 2l in Yorkshire Rose Mares' Hurdle (Grade 2) at Doncaster latest; effective 2-3m over hurdles; drop in trip and better ground will suit; chance of a place on the podium. Likeable but behind Wodhooh and Feet Of A Dancer (twice) in recent races.
4	4 (4) (40/1 -60%) Jetara		40 40/1(-60%)																															(4) Jetara 40/1, Raced lazily, ran to form but didn't look entirely happy on the ground 9l third in Yorkshire Rose Mares' Hurdle (Grade 2) at Doncaster most recent run; blinkers first time; best at 3m, suited by decent ground; competitive at G2 level but held in this last year and vulnerable once again. 4th last year; operating a little below her best this term; blinkers replace cheekpieces.
5	5 (5) (100/1 -25%) Sunset Marquesa		100 100/1(-25%)																															(5) Sunset Marquesa 100/1, Outpaced, unsuited by drop in trip but ran to form 2 1/4l third in Warfield Mares' Hurdle (Grade 2) at Ascot most recent run; off a short-break; effective 2-2 1/2m, acts on any; progressive and step up in trip a plus but looks out of depth here. Useful but has plenty to find on form.

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With dual winner Lossiemouth successfully diverted to the Champion Hurdle, and fellow top mares Brighterdaysahead and Golden Ace also fighting out Tuesday's showpiece, the way has apparently been paved clear for WODHOOH to register her first Grade 1 success. Victory in last year's Martin Pipe took her unbeaten record over timber to seven and after then chasing home Lossiemouth at Aintree, she proved too classy at Ascot before beating Feet Of A Dancer and Dream On Baby at Leopardstown. Gordon Elliott's mare appears bombproof, although Jade De Grugy did claim the silver medal 12 months ago and, after spending this campaign over fences, attempts to give Willie Mullins a remarkable 12th win in the race. Take No Chances also made the frame in 2025 and could do so again.

Last year's runner-up Jade De Grugy should go well but preference is for WODHOOH, who can make it 10-11 over hurdles.

14:40 Cheltenham (Class 1) 20f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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14:54 Limerick 17f - 8 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	Speed Runs	Speed at Distance	LTO Speed	Top Speed	WSR	TF Rating	Course	Going	Distance	Timespeed	OR	Weight	Runs	Age	Comments
6	6 (6) (7/4 +65%) James The Brave		1.75 7/4(+65%)																															(6) James The Brave 7/4, Ran to form, just flattening out late on quick return having been taken on up front at Punchestown latest; effective 2m4f-3m, acts on any ground; in good form, likes to dominate, chance back chasing. Has been running well off lower hurdles rating, trip possibly a bit sharp for him here.
5	5 (5) (9/2 +0%) Peaceinthevalley		4.5 9/2(+0%)																															(5) Peaceinthevalley 9/2, Yard won last three runnings of this race; probably challenged a bit early in race where pace collapsed when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Naas latest; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on heavy and good; more to come now chasing. Disappointing favourite over hurdles at Naas last time and now switched to chasing.
2	2 (2) (6/1 +0%) Supreme Jet		6 6/1(+0%)																															(2) Supreme Jet 6/1, Every chance, bit below form when fourth beaten 23l in a beginners chase' at Fairyhouse latest; off a short-break; effective 2m-2m5f, acts on any; can go well. Better hurdler but has performed respectably in beginners' chases this winter, fair chance.
4	4 (4) (13/2 -117%) River Vale		6.5 13/2(-117%)																															(4) River Vale 13/2, Going best in front when fell last, would've won a handicap chase latest; effective 2m2f-3m, acts on soft and good; progressive, good mark still if okay after fall. Leading and appeared set to win when falling at Thurles three weeks ago, can make amends.
1	1 (1) (7/1 +56%) Kings Hill		7 7/1(+56%)																															(1) Kings Hill 7/1, Found ground too testing when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Navan last time; effective 2m4f-3m, wants decent ground but acts on soft; yet to match hurdle form over fences. Moderate fifth of nine finishers over 3m handicap chase debut, big drop in distance now.
8	8 (8) (9/1 -170%) Doyen Magic		9 9/1(-170%)																															(8) Doyen Magic 9/1, Ran to form, suited by positive ride down in trip at sharp track when beaten 2l off a 3lb lower mark at Clonmel last time; off a short-break; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on any; in form. Several form links with Kilbrin Rocco, chased home that rival at Clonmel in January.
7	7 (7) (11/1 +0%) Kilbrin Rocco		11 11/1(+0%)																															(7) Kilbrin Rocco 11/1, Made too much use of up in trip having been taken on when ninth beaten 34l off 100 last time, same mark here; effective 2m-2m4f on soft and good; in good form over fences until latest. Won 2m contest at Clonmel in January, posed no threat off his revised mark at Thurles.
3	3 (3) (22/1 -38%) Choccabloc		22 22/1(-38%)																															(3) Choccabloc 22/1, Outclassed, may have found ground too testing when fourth beaten 28l in Flyingbolt Novice Chase (Grade 3) at Navan latest; effective 2m-2m4f, suited by decent ground; still early days over fences, mark could be generous judged on hurdle form. Pulled up in a 3m handicap at Navan, out of his depth in a 2m Grade event on latest.

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RIVER VALE can gain some compensation after falling with the race at his mercy in Thurles. The Mick Winters-trained gelding looked set to collect when travelling strongly down to the last, only to crash out. A 4lb rise doesn't look harsh. James The Brave didn't jump well when last seen chasing, but could be a threat. He has been in fine form over timber recently and his previous two outings over fences were good so it may pay to draw a line through that effort at Limerick over Christmas. Doyen Magic has a nice low weight and could be another contender.

Looking the likely winner when falling at the last at Thurles last month, RIVER VALE (nap) has good prospects of compensation.

14:54 Limerick 17f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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15:02 Hexham (Class 4) 31f - 7 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
4	4 (4) (5/4 +0%) Planned Paradise		1.25 5/4(+0%)																															(4) Planned Paradise 5/4, Did it easily and improved on recent efforts back up in trip landing a handicap by 6 1/2l off a 9lb lower mark at Bangor-on-Dee last time; usually held up; effective 3m, ideally wants marathon distances; consistent, remains on fair mark. North Wales National winner at Bangor (3m5f) latest; now 9lb higher, but claimer ridden..
2	2 (2) (6/1 +0%) Breeze Of Wind		6 6/1(+0%)																															(2) Breeze Of Wind 6/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Bangor-on-Dee latest; in decent form prior to that; effective 3m+, suited by plenty of cut; stiff mark. Won this in 2024 (beat Don Brocco); only fourth last year; yet to win off this mark..
1	1 (1) (7/1 +0%) De Legislator		7 7/1(+0%)																															(1) De Legislator 7/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Bangor-on-Dee latest where beaten early; effective 3m-4m, acts with cut; mark demands more. Third in the Borders National at Kelso (4m) in December; poor since at Windsor & Bangor..
3	3 (3) (7/2 +0%) President Scottie		3.5 7/2(+0%)																															(3) President Scottie 7/2, Bit below form back over fences when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Carlisle last time; effective 2 1/2-3m; form has tailed off this term but handicapper is relenting. No joy over hurdles at Ayr, or over fences at Carlisle (3m); easing mark is a plus..
5	5 (5) (10/1 +0%) Shighness		10 10/1(+0%)																															(5) Shighness 10/1, Poorly placed in race dominated from front, did best of those held up, back to form back over hurdles 18l third in a handicap hurdle at Sedgefield most recent run; effective 3m+, suited by cut; runner up in this last year off 7lb higher, could build on latest. Runner-up in this last year (in first-time blinkers, from 7lb higher); mostly poor since..
6	6 (6) (13/2 +0%) Rob Roy Macgregor		6.5 13/2(+0%)																															(6) Rob Roy Macgregor 13/2, Back to form back on easy ground when second beaten 14l in a handicap chase at Ayr latest; effective 3m, acts with cut; running into form this term but maiden becoming frustrating. Runner-up in two of last three; stamina (first attempt over 4m) a complete guessing game.
7	7 (7) (33/1 +0%) Don Brocco		33 33/1(+0%)																															(7) Don Brocco 33/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Kelso latest where never travelled; effective 3m+, suited by cut; mark probably stiff enough still. Recent form figures of P8P aren't encouraging; placed in this in 2024 & 2025; may revive.

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A few of these arrive with something to prove but that can't be said for PLANNED PARADISE, who recorded a clear-cut success in the North Wales National at Bangor. A 9lb rise doesn't look insurmountable given the depth of today's contest and he receives a confident vote. Ayr second Rob Roy Macgregor might improve for this marathon trip and Breeze Of Wind, who won this in 2024, could also have a say.

A marathon test. Preference is for the North Wales National winner PLANNED PARADISE, for whom Charlie Maggs takes off a handy 3lb.

15:02 Hexham (Class 4) 31f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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15:20 Cheltenham (Class 1) 23f - 10 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
11	11 (11) (9/4 +18%) Teahupoo		2.25 9/4(+18%)																															(11) Teahupoo 9/4, Winner of seven G1s including this in 2024; ran to best when winning Christmas Hurdle (Grade 1) at Leopardstown by 7l last time beating a few of these though had race fitness on side; off a short-break; effective 2 1/2-3m, acts on soft and good but prefers cut; the leading staying hurdler around, good record fresh, remain competitive at top level but could do with some rain. He has a very strong record in this race, winning it in 2024, and is a leading player.
9	9 (9) (4/1 +0%) Kabral Du Mathan		4 4/1(+0%)																															(9) Kabral Du Mathan 4/1, Overcame bad error mid race when impressively winning Relkeel Hurdle (Grade 2) here by 5 1/2l last time; off a short-break; effective at 2-2 1/2m, acts on soft, good; more to offer this season for new yard, may yet get 3m, contender for spring festivals at top level, Aintree Hurdle may suit but this stiff track in strongly run race a concern. Powered clear to win the Grade 2 Relkeel here over an extended 2m4f; now tackles new trip.
1	1 (1) (11/2 +50%) Ballyburn		5.5 11/2(+50%)																															(1) Ballyburn 11/2, Winner of four G1s; yard has won 2 of last 10 runnings of race; 14l third in Christmas Hurdle (Grade 1) at Leopardstown most recent run; narrowly denied by Teahupoo in Grade 1 previously over 2 1/2m; effective 2 1/2-2m5f, acts with cut; didn't really take to chasing where beaten favourite here last year, useful hurdler but not straightforwards and stamina to prove. 14l third to Teahupoo in Christmas Hurdle; may again be vulnerable to stronger stayers.
2	2 (2) (13/2 +13%) Bob Olinger		6.5 13/2(+13%)																															(2) Bob Olinger 13/2, Winner of four G1s including this last year; needed run when second beaten 7l in Christmas Hurdle (Grade 1) at Leopardstown latest; not given a hard time behind Teahupoo that day; usually held up; effective 2 1/2-3m; has had issues but now generally consistent, not fully exposed at 3m, good Cheltenham record winning 3 times at this meeting; strong claims. Won this last year and excellent record at Cheltenham means he has to be in calculations.
8	8 (8) (8/1 +33%) Impose Toi		8 8/1(+33%)																															(8) Impose Toi 8/1, Travelled but flattened out on ground softer than ideal when second beaten 7l in Cleeve Hurdle (Grade 2) here latest; landed Grade 1 Long Walk prior to that; trainer in form; effective 2 1/2-3m, suited by decent ground; progressive since being upped to 3m, leading contender for spring festivals. Grade 1 Long Walk winner; capable of better than he showed when runner-up in the Cleeve.
10	10 (10) (17/2 -31%) Ma Shantou		8.5 17/2(-31%)																															(10) Ma Shantou 17/2, Travelled, did it readily, improved again up in class, got weight from main rival when winning Cleeve Hurdle (Grade 2) here by 7l last time; suited by 3m on good; progressive as a stayer, goes well at Cheltenham and a big player up in class. Highly progressive 7yo who won Grade 2 Cleeve Hurdle over C&D in January by 7l; big chance.
7	7 (7) (11/1 -144%) Honesty Policy		11 11/1(-144%)																															(7) Honesty Policy 11/1, 2l third in Long Walk Hurdle (Grade 1) at Ascot most recent run where not knocked about and needed the outing; off a short-break; effective 2m-3m, acts on heavy and good; Grade 1 winner as a novice; more to come in second season over hurdles and should build on latest, stiff track such as Cheltenham will suit, could reverse form and looks a major player. Very lightly raced 6yo; has the potential to take high rank in the staying hurdle division.
6	6 (6) (33/1 -18%) Home By The Lee		33 33/1(-18%)																															(6) Home By The Lee 33/1, Winner of two G1s; back to form when winning Galmoy Hurdle (Grade 2) at Gowran Park by 1/2l last time; effective 3m, acts with cut; can be a tricky ride but strong stayer, looks level nowadays and has disappointed in this race a couple of times. Grade 2 win in January but this 11yo has found Grade 1 races tough over the last 12 months.
3	3 (3) (40/1 +39%) Doddiethegreat		40 40/1(+39%)																															(3) Doddiethegreat 40/1, Did not travel, looked awkward, may have found ground on the soft side 12l third in Cleeve Hurdle (Grade 2) here most recent run; blinkers first time; trainer in form; suited by 3m on decent ground; progressive since being upped to staying trips but this looks too tough. Won the Pertemps Final over C&D last March but 0-4 in Graded races in current campaign.
5	5 (5) (50/1 -52%) Hewick		50 50/1(-52%)																															(5) Hewick 50/1, Winner of two G1s; outpaced, may have found ground a bit soft when comfortably held in Long Distance Hurdle (Grade 2) at Newbury last time; had wind op; effective 3m, needs good ground; former King George winner not the force of old but still competitive at high level, better over fences and up against it here. 2023 King George winner; now 11; soundly beaten 5th of 7 in Long Distance Hurdle last time.

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Teahupoo has been the pre-eminent stayer for a few years now and has finished third, first and second in the last three renewals. After just keeping Ballyburn at bay to win his third Hatton's Grace, he was much more impressive when slamming BOB OLINGER by seven lengths at Leopardstown over Christmas. This season has been all about one day for Bob Olinger, though, and he was so good when quickening clear of Teahupoo after the last 12 months ago. His Cheltenham record is exemplary and he doesn't have many miles on the clock for an 11-year-old. Kabral Du Mathan and Ma Shantou are the young upstarts in this division and the latter was impressive when accounting for Impose Toi in the Cleeve. Honesty Policy is another new addition to this scene, although he has ground to make up on Impose Toi from their meeting in the Long Walk.

The very lightly raced 6yo HONESTY POLICY is taken to deliver on the considerable promise he showed last year. Ma Shantou is feared.

15:20 Cheltenham (Class 1) 23f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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15:34 Limerick 22f - 6 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	Speed Runs	Speed at Distance	LTO Speed	Top Speed	WSR	TF Rating	Course	Going	Distance	Timespeed	OR	Weight	Runs	Age	Comments
2	2 (2) (13/8 0%) Rocky's Howya		1.625 13/8(0%)																															(2) Rocky's Howya 13/8, Improved again up in trip under positive ride when winning a claiming hurdle at Naas by 21l last time; effective up to 3m with cut; has chasing experience and can go well back in a handicap. Wide-margin front-running wins in recent claiming hurdles; respected on handicap chase bow.
1	1 (1) (4/1 -78%) Dancing Jeremy		4 4/1(-78%)																															(1) Dancing Jeremy 4/1, Improved back down in trip and grade aided by late faller when landing a handicap by 1 1/2l off a 4lb lower mark at Thurles last time; effective 2m2f-2m4f, acts with cut; progressing and good chance off new mark. Fortunate Thurles winner last month; back up to a career-high mark now so has it to do.
7	7 (7) (7/1 +22%) Casey West		7 7/1(+22%)																															(7) Casey West 7/1, Race came too soon when pulled up in a handicap chase at Gowran Park latest; effective 2m4f-2m6f, best with cut; inconsistent, mark demands bit more. Fairyhouse second but recent runs uninspiring; cheekpieces ditched here.
4	4 (4) (8/1 +43%) Gatsby Grey		8 8/1(+43%)																															(4) Gatsby Grey 8/1, Improved but never threatened when comfortably held in a novice chase here last time; usually held up; off a short-break; effective 2m4f-3m; needs to prove ability remains after layoff. Unexposed and potentially nicely treated on handicap debut; yard back in form.
3	3 (3) (10/1 -43%) West Cork Wildway		10 10/1(-43%)																															(3) West Cork Wildway 10/1, Unsuited by drop in trip in reapplied blinkers when well beaten in a handicap chase at Thurles latest; effective 2m4f-3m, acts on any; can go well back up in trip. C&D third at Christmas a solid effort; trip inadequate last time.
5	5 (5) (22/1 -57%) Grange Walk		22 22/1(-57%)																															(5) Grange Walk 22/1, Outclassed and well held by less exposed rivals when down the field in Barberstown Castle Handicap Chase (Listed) at Leopardstown most recent; usually held up; effective 2m-2m4f; inconsistent. Some stiff tasks of late; drops in grade and handicapper relenting so don't rule out.

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DANCING JEREMY looks the one to beat if he can get the longer trip. The grey was a touch fortunate to win at Thurles three weeks ago but it was a stronger race than this and, off a 4lb higher mark, he doesn't look harshly treated. The furthest he's won over is 2m4f, but he was placed over 3m over hurdles. Rocky's Howya comes here off the back of a couple of claiming hurdle wins and looks an obvious danger. He's probably better suited to chasing. West Cork Wildway was well behind the selection last time, but may get closer now over a more suitable distance.

ROCKY'S HOWYA has been farming claiming hurdles of late so his well being is not in doubt and can make a winning return to fences

15:34 Limerick 22f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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15:42 Hexham (Class 4) 20f - 7 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
5	5 (5) (4/1 +0%) Gardener		4 4/1(+0%)																															(5) Gardener 4/1, Ran to form but hung under pressure 14l third in a handicap hurdle at Catterick most recent run; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on soft, good; fair mark if building on recent revival. Not the force of old but has finished third on his last three starts..
1	1 (1) (5/1 +0%) Micks Jet		5 5/1(+0%)																															(1) Micks Jet 5/1, Hampered by faller when beaten 24l third in a handicap chase at Market Rasen most recent run; trainer in form; returning from long layoff; effective 2 1/2-3m, acts on soft, good; consistent and well treated on chase form so not dismissed if fit. 8lb lower over hurdles compared to fences, she returns from an absence of 326 days..
8	8 (8) (6/1 +0%) Berwick Law		6 6/1(+0%)																															(8) Berwick Law 6/1, Continued in poor form when comfortably held in a maiden hurdle at Ayr last time; looks in need of more experience, plenty more needed to defy this mark. Weak claims on form; upped in trip on handicap debut.
6	6 (6) (9/1 +0%) Mornington Beach		9 9/1(+0%)																															(6) Mornington Beach 9/1, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle here latest where found nil; returning from a break; effective 2m; improving until latest, point winner must bounce back. Runner-up here in October but pulled up last time..
3	3 (3) (9/2 +0%) Milan Park		4.5 9/2(+0%)																															(3) Milan Park 9/2, Returned to form just tiring late beaten 3l off this mark at Kelso last time; effective at 2m4f, acts on soft, good; in fair form, slight drop in trip a plus. Ran his best race when third at Kelso last month and has place prospects..
7	7 (7) (10/1 +0%) Redeeming Love		10 10/1(+0%)																															(7) Redeeming Love 10/1, Outpaced, ran to form but looked in need of stiffer test when well beaten in a novice hurdle at Market Rasen latest; tongue-tie first time; likely improver now handicapping over further. Has shown little in three runs over hurdles; steps up in trip on handicap debut..
2	2 (2) (10/3 +0%) Kelvin Forlonge		3.333333 10/3(+0%)																															(2) Kelvin Forlonge 10/3, Mistakes, ran to form, looked in need of slightly stiffer test beaten 2 1/4l off a 1lb lower mark at Ayr last time; off a short-break; effective 3m; unexposed over middle to staying trips, could progress. Won at Ayr in December before finishing third back there the following month..

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KELVIN FORLONGE made a successful handicap bow at Ayr before finishing third over the same C&D, and the unexposed six-year-old is fancied to regain the winning thread with the assistance of Jack Power's 5lb claim. Gardener and Milan Park have found some consistency of late and must enter calculations, while market support for handicap debutant Berwick Law or the returning Micks Jet would need to be taken seriously.

The only one of these with winning form this season is KELVIN FORLONGE and he can go in again. Milan Park is next best.

15:42 Hexham (Class 4) 20f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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15:48 Newcastle (Class 6) 6f - 9 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
5	5 (5) (6/5 +20%) Yorkshire Glory		1.2 6/5(+20%)																															(5) Yorkshire Glory 6/5, Improved again landing a handicap by 1 1/4l off a 1lb lower mark here last time; effective 6-8f, acts on good to soft, good and AW; in hot form and could land four-timer. Record over C&D reads: 3221134111; 4lb well-in; every chance of completing the four-timer.
3	3 (3) (10/3 +26%) Raft Up		3.333333 10/3(+26%)																															(3) Raft Up 10/3, Back to form beaten 1/2l off this mark here last time; effective 6f, acts on sound surface; capable off this mark. Can't knock record over C&D of three wins, two seconds and a third from seven runs; player.
1	1 (1) (5/1 -11%) Harb		5 5/1(-11%)																															(1) Harb 5/1, Caught a bit far back and finished well when fourth beaten 2l off 65 last time, same mark here; suited by 5/6f, acts on any; chance after small rise. Another in-form effort for Cian Horgan last week; little wiggle room off this mark.
9	9 (9) (11/1 +8%) Asadjumeirah		11 11/1(+8%)																															(9) Asadjumeirah 11/1, Below form beaten 5l in a handicap here last time; usually held up; effective at 6f, suited by AW; bounce back needed. Not as good now but is a five-time C&D winner who's back around his last successful mark.
8	8 (8) (11/1 -47%) Spun To Gold		11 11/1(-47%)																															(8) Spun To Gold 11/1, Not best of runs, below best up in trip when beaten 5 1/4l in a handicap here last time; effective 6/7f, acts on sound surface; down to a fair mark now. Dual C&D winner for Lauren Young last autumn, latterly off a 2lb higher mark; considered.
4	4 (4) (16/1 +0%) Brian The Snail		16 16/1(+0%)																															(4) Brian The Snail 16/1, Never in it from off the pace beaten 4l off a 2lb higher mark here last time; usually held up; effective 5/6f, acts on a sound surface; needs more than of late. Maybe the years are catching up; not been in form this winter, albeit in better company.
7	7 (7) (18/1 -100%) Invitorio		18 18/1(-100%)																															(7) Invitorio 18/1, Yard won this last year; again below form beaten 5l in a handicap here last time; effective 6f, acts on soft, good and AW; still without a handicap win. Regressed for Karl Burke and this yard last year; some way down the list on comeback.
6	6 (6) (50/1 -25%) On Key		50 50/1(-25%)																															(6) On Key 50/1, Another poor run beaten 6l in a handicap at Wolverhampton last time; suited by 6f, acts on good to soft, good to firm and AW; bit to prove and tough mark still. Two ordinary efforts at big prices round Wolverhampton since picked up from Julie Camacho.
10	10 (10) (125/1 -25%) Big Gypsy King		125 125/1(-25%)																															(10) Big Gypsy King 125/1, Too keen up in trip, miles below form well beaten in a handicap here latest; suited by 7f, acts on AW, yet to show effectiveness on turf; drop to this trip might help. Only run in a sprint once, when done for toe, and would be a surprise winner.

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There has been no stopping YORKSHIRE GLORY, who made it four wins from his last five appearances when victorious over C&D last week. Ben Haslam's charge is 4lb well-in and can continue his fine run of form, although Raft Up only finished half a length behind him last month and looks a big threat. Harb and Spun To Gold are a couple of others to consider.

4lb well-in after last Friday's C&D apprentice handicap win for Harry Vigors, YORKSHIRE GLORY is fancied to complete the four-timer.

15:48 Newcastle (Class 6) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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16:00 Cheltenham (Class 1) 20f - 7 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
6	6 (6) (2/1 +69%) Jonbon		2 2/1(+69%)																															(6) Jonbon 2/1, Winner of 12 G1s; proved stamina for 2m5f when winning Ascot Chase (Grade 1) at Ascot by 1 1/2l last time in game fashion; trainer in form; effective 2-2 1/2m, acts on any; top class chaser but has reached level, generally consistent away from Cheltenham, not fully exposed at around 2 1/2m but track a worry. Course winner; top-class two-miler who is 3-3 at about 2m5f, staying on well latest.
1	1 (1) (3/1 +50%) Banbridge		3 3/1(+50%)																															(1) Banbridge 3/1, Winner of three G1s; back to best just out-battled late when second beaten a nose in King George VI Chase (Grade 1) at Kempton latest; off a short-break; effective 2-3m, needs sound surface and flat track; competitive if getting ideal conditions but has struggled on chase course here before. Won and touched off in last two King Georges but soundly beaten at last two Festivals.
5	5 (5) (10/3 +56%) Impaire Et Passe		3.333333 10/3(+56%)																															(5) Impaire Et Passe 10/3, Winner of five G1s; when winning Red Mills Chase (Grade 2) at Gowran Park by 1 1/4l last time; effective 2m-2m5f on soft and good; classy performer, still only an 8yo and retains potential, latest win should set him up for spring campaign. Festival winner over hurdles; won Grade 1 chase last April; needs more for the win.
4	4 (4) (9/2 +44%) Heart Wood		4.5 9/2(+44%)																															(4) Heart Wood 9/2, Benefitted from positive ride at sharp track when winning O'Driscoll's Irish Whiskey New Year's Day Chase (Grade 3) at Tramore by 8 1/2l last time; effective 2 1/2-3m; generally consistent at Graded level, bit more needed to land G1 but in career best form, this test should suit and he may repeat last year's placing. Well-held second to Fact To File in this race last year; another place is achievable.
7	7 (7) (18/1 +55%) Jpr One		18 18/1(+55%)																															(7) Jpr One 18/1, Did it cosily, ran to best up in trip when winning a handicap chase at Musselburgh by 3l last time; effective 2-2 1/2m, suited by sound surface; back in form of late, not fully exposed at 2 1/2m but looks out of depth here. Won 2m4f handicap chase latest; much more to do here and well held at 3 previous Festivals.
9	9 (9) (18/1 +55%) Matata		18 18/1(+55%)																															(9) Matata 18/1, Up in trip, didn't stay when comfortably held in the Fleur De Lys Chase at Windsor last time; off a short-break; effective at 2-2 1/2m, acts on any; back in form until latest, drop in trip will suit but likely outclassed. Ready winner of C&D handicap in January; Grade 1 company likely to be beyond him again.
8	8 (8) (50/1 +60%) Master Chewy		50 50/1(+60%)																															(8) Master Chewy 50/1, Made too much use of when comfortably held in Game Spirit Chase (Grade 2) at Newbury last time; effective 2m, just about gets 2 1/2m; generally consistent but likely outclassed and stamina concerns. Has plenty to find at the weights; well adrift behind Fact To File in this last year.

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Connections of Fact To File had plenty to think about after his scintillating display in the Irish Gold Cup and they have opted to try and win a second Ryanair. Willie Mullins' star produced an effort out of the top drawer when storming clear of Heart Wood here last season but he must now back up his Leopardstown success, with some of his below-par efforts in the last 12 months coming after a big performance. Banbridge didn't appear to stay in the Gold Cup last year but commands plenty of respect over this distance, although it is another previous Festival winner in IMPAIRE ET PASSE who appeals most. His only Cheltenham appearance saw him run away with the 2023 Ballymore and the eight-year-old displayed a sharp turn of foot on his comeback on heavy ground at Gowran. He arrives fresher than his main rivals and there is every chance he has more to offer over fences. The hugely admirable Jonbon toughed it out in both the Clarence House and the Ascot Chase and it will be interesting to see how he fares over a longer trip at a track where he hasn't produced his very best form.

This should go to FACT TO FILE who was impressive when winning this race last year and was back to form last time out.

16:00 Cheltenham (Class 1) 20f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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16:14 Limerick 22f - 16 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	Speed Runs	Speed at Distance	LTO Speed	Top Speed	WSR	TF Rating	Course	Going	Distance	Timespeed	OR	Weight	Runs	Age	Comments
5	5 (5) (11/8 +66%) Ishan		1.375 11/8(+66%)																															(5) Ishan 11/8, Pulled up in an open point at Tallow latest; effective around 3m with cut; bounce back needed back over fences in new headgear combo. Pulled up in recent point-to-point; new headgear combination tried, others look more solid.
9	9 (9) (5/1 +9%) Nolans Rocco		5 5/1(+9%)																															(9) Nolans Rocco 5/1, Ran to form, benefitting from pace collapse when beaten 3 1/4l off a 3lb lower mark at Thurles last time; effective at 2m4f-2m7f; needs to back up latest improvement. Thurles second to Rideau Canal augurs well; big turn around in weights.
4	4 (4) (11/2 +54%) Aleish Lass		5.5 11/2(+54%)																															(4) Aleish Lass 11/2, Comfortably held in a handicap chase at Thurles last time; effective 2m7f, acts on soft, yielding and good; good mark on hurdle form, should come on for latest. Hurdles winner here and entitled to come on for recent comeback run; don't rule out.
7	7 (7) (10/1 +9%) Duffys Hodey		10 10/1(+9%)																															(7) Duffys Hodey 10/1, Up in trip, may not have stayed in strongly run race when seventh beaten 41l off 95 last time, 1lb lower here; usually held up; effective 2m2f-2m7f, suited by cut; could do better this time. C&D winner; tame Down Royal run but respected on overall profile (18lb below hurdle mark).
11	11 (11) (10/1 -11%) God Help Us		10 10/1(-11%)																															(11) God Help Us 10/1, Travelled, ran to form when 7 1/4l third in a handicap chase at Killarney most recent run; suited by 3m with cut; more to come over fences judged on hurdle and point form. Trip/ground to suit and goes well fresh; considered.
12	12 (12) (12/1 +33%) Smackwater Jack		12 12/1(+33%)																															(12) Smackwater Jack 12/1, Every chance, below form when well beaten in a handicap chase at Fairyhouse latest; effective 2m4f-3m, acts on any; inconsistent of late. 0-7 chasing; reduced mark but still others preferred on this ground.
6	6 (6) (14/1 -27%) Snow Punt		14 14/1(-27%)																															(6) Snow Punt 14/1, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Thurles latest; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on soft and good; in good form over fences prior to latest run, so could bounce back. Cork maiden second puts him in the mix if seeing out this longer trip.
10	10 (10) (20/1 -11%) Another Ocana		20 20/1(-11%)																															(10) Another Ocana 20/1, Ran to current form when second beaten 22l in a handicap hurdle here latest; effective 2m-2m7f, acts with cut; not one to rely but return to fences a plus. C&D hurdle 2nd last month a step in right direction; more needed off 7lb higher chase mark.
14	14 (14) (20/1 -300%) Rideau Canal		20 20/1(-300%)																															(14) Rideau Canal 20/1, Improved to get off the mark back chasing in reapplied cheekpieces, aided by patient ride as race developed early, when landing a handicap by 3 1/4l off a 7lb lower mark at Thurles last time; effective at around 2m4f-m6f, suited by cut; maybe more to come now finally had his head in front. Beat Nolans Rocco going away at Thurles; more needed to confirm that form but possible.
3	3 (3) (22/1 -83%) Decimation		22 22/1(-83%)																															(3) Decimation 22/1, Not find much having looked a threat when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Fairyhouse last time; effective 2m4f-3m, best with cut; inconsistent but chance on penultimate run. Penultimate C&D second gives him claims.
1	1 (1) (25/1 -56%) Difficult Decision		25 25/1(-56%)																															(1) Difficult Decision 25/1, Every chance, below form when fourth beaten 26l in a claiming hurdle at Naas latest; blinkers first time; effective 2m2f-3m, suited by cut; not quite in the same form after layoff. 13yo opposable despite career-low chase mark and yard's recent return to form.
15	15 (15) (28/1 -100%) Mastermind		28 28/1(-100%)																															(15) Mastermind 28/1, Ran to form, benefitting from pace collapse when 10l third in a handicap chase at Thurles most recent run; effective 2m4f-2m6f, acts on any; in fair form but on long losing run. Thurles third to Rideau Canal; place claims again under claiming rider.
13	13 (13) (28/1 +15%) Zolpharine		28 28/1(+15%)																															(13) Zolpharine 28/1, Unsuited by heavy ground when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Thurles latest; tongue-tie first time; effective 3m, needs sound surface; in poor form. Heavy ground of late not ideal and probably best waited for when ground improves.
17	17 (17) (50/1 -150%) Ahellofaman		50 50/1(-150%)																															(17) Ahellofaman 50/1, Mistakes, never threatened, race may have come too soon when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Leopardstown most recent; effective around 2m; running into form until latest. Some ability in handicap hurdles; early switch to fences here in handicap company; reserve.
16	16 (16) (100/1 -52%) Tullabrack Lad		100 100/1(-52%)																															(16) Tullabrack Lad 100/1, Never threatened when down the field in a handicap chase at Thurles most recent; yet to show anything and hard to fancy. Career record of 0-12, lots to find with some of these on last month's Thurles run.
2	2 (2) (125/1 -89%) Ferdia		125 125/1(-89%)																															(2) Ferdia 125/1, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle here latest; effective 2m-2m5f, suited by good; out of form veteran. Pulled up on 4 of five runs since return; wants better ground.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

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RIDEAU CANAL came good at Thurles last month and may be able to bag a follow-up win here. 'Sneezy' Foster's charge asserted late on when scoring three weeks ago and he is fancied to confirm that form with Nolans Rocco. The runner-up is a few pounds better off with his rival, but looked to be outstayed. Mastermind, who was behind the pair in third, has a bit to find. God Help Us returns from a little break and if he can show the same form as he did in the autumn, he's another to consider.

An interesting rematch between Rideau Canal and Nolans Rocco but the pair are opposed by Christmas C&D winner Duffys Hodey

16:14 Limerick 22f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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16:22 Hexham (Class 5) 24f - 11 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
1	1 (1) (4/1 +0%) Always Busy		4 4/1(+0%)																															(1) Always Busy 4/1, Went clear, made too much use of comfortably held in a handicap chase at Musselburgh last time; effective up to 3m, best on a sound surface; should come on for latest, worth a go over marathon trips but conditions a concern. Southwell winner in May; two fair chase runs for today's rider this year; each-way chance.
3	3 (3) (4/1 +0%) Court At Slip		4 4/1(+0%)																															(3) Court At Slip 4/1, Travelled, ran to form but out-battled late again when second beaten 6 1/2l in a handicap chase at Wetherby latest; effective at 3m, acts on soft and good; handicapper has relented, could build on latest but finishing efforts a worry. Creditable efforts last 5 starts (runner-up last twice); conditions suit; each-way chance.
4	4 (4) (5/1 +0%) Streamsforth Lad		5 5/1(+0%)																															(4) Streamsforth Lad 5/1, Fell in a handicap chase at Stratford latest where looked a huge threat; effective 2m4f-3m, acts on soft and good; more to come over fences if jumping improves, well treated off unchanged mark. Yet to complete over fences; going well when falling 2 out on Monday; risky, but a chance.
6	6 (6) (9/2 +0%) Swallows Song		4.5 9/2(+0%)																															(6) Swallows Song 9/2, Jumped poorly in blinkers again when fourth beaten 16l in a handicap chase at Ayr latest; effective at around 3m, acts on soft, good; maiden in moderate form. Bumper winner; yet to win over jumps, but fair fourth at Ayr last time; each-way chance.
10	10 (10) (11/1 +0%) West Lawn		11 11/1(+0%)																															(10) West Lawn 11/1, Returned to form off light weight beaten 2l off a 3lb lower mark at Catterick last time; effective around 3m, acts on soft, good; not one to rely on building on latest. 0-17 as a chaser; fair 2nd of four last time; 5lb out of the handicap; each-way chance.
2	2 (2) (11/4 +0%) Express Surprise		2.75 11/4(+0%)																															(2) Express Surprise 11/4, Scored by a neck off a 4lb lower mark at Uttoxeter penultimate start; ran to form fourth beaten 12l off 107 last time, 2lb lower here; off a short-break; effective 3m, acts on soft, good; consistent. In the frame on all four starts this season; down in grade after good 4th latest; chance.
5	5 (5) (16/1 +0%) Raceview Road		16 16/1(+0%)																															(5) Raceview Road 16/1, Not find much when well beaten in a handicap chase at Carlisle latest; effective 2 1/2-3m, suited by cut; out of form. Kelso winner in April 2024; mixed form this season, best run over hurdles; bit to prove.
7	7 (7) (22/1 +0%) Ballydangan		22 22/1(+0%)																															(7) Ballydangan 22/1, Unsuited by soft ground when fourth beaten 45l in a handicap chase at Sedgefield latest; effective 3m, acts on good to soft, good; thriving since finally getting head in front but handicapper may have caught up. Two C&D wins on this term; not at his best last twice; testing going a slight concern.
8	8 (8) (33/1 +0%) Eveque		33 33/1(+0%)																															(8) Eveque 33/1, Soon outpaced down the field in a handicap chase at Sedgefield most recent; suited by 3m+, acts on soft, good to soft; unreliable. C&D winner in November, but disappointing since; bit to prove at present.
9	9 (9) (40/1 +0%) Gibberwell		40 40/1(+0%)																															(9) Gibberwell 40/1, Won this last year; pulled up in a handicap chase at Carlisle latest; effective around 3m, acts on soft and good; inconsistent veteran. Returned to form to win this race last season (good to soft); needs to bounce back again.
11	11 (11) (100/1 0%) Ex S'elance		100 100/1(0%)																															(11) Ex S'elance 100/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Wetherby latest; effective 2m4f-3m with cut; hard to fancy on recent evidence. Third in a point in January; pulled up both runs under rules since; 12lb wrong.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

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Streamsforth Lad was still travelling well and only a length down when falling two out at Stratford on Monday and he must be respected if quickly bounced out. Always Busy drops in grade off a falling mark and is another to note, as is Court At Slip, who has struck the crossbar in similar races the last twice. Narrow preference, however, is for EXPRESS SURPRISE. He was by no means disgraced when fourth in 0-125 company over an extended 3m4f at Windsor and could notch a third win from his last four starts now dropped in class and trip.

Although 2025 winner Gibberwell is a possible, EXPRESS SURPRISE has better credentials and is preferred to Court At Slip.

16:22 Hexham (Class 5) 24f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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16:28 Newcastle (Class 6) 10f - 12 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
8	8 (8) (3/1 +67%) Regal Glory		3 3/1(+67%)																															(8) Regal Glory 3/1, Ran to form on return when fourth beaten 3l in a classified race at Wolverhampton latest; suited by 10/11f and a sound surface; in fair enough form and can go well. Shown enough in four runs for Roger Fell to suggest she's up to winning at this level.
1	1 (1) (7/2 -5%) Alpine Sierra		3.5 7/2(-5%)																															(1) Alpine Sierra 7/2, Yard won this last year; again below form beaten 8 1/2l in a handicap here last time; top course jockey; effective 7-10f, acts on soft, good and AW; course winner but lost form of late. Only landed one of his last 36 starts; beaten at 4-1 or shorter 11 times during that spell.
10	10 (10) (13/2 +24%) Sir Maxi		6.5 13/2(+24%)																															(10) Sir Maxi 13/2, Ran to form when fourth beaten 2l in a classified race here latest; usually held up; effective 6-8f, acts on good and AW; can go well again. Didn't look to see it out in one try over this far; not as good now and risks attached.
12	12 (12) (7/1 +72%) Wicklow Way		7 7/1(+72%)																															(12) Wicklow Way 7/1, Another poor run tried in cheekpieces down the field in a handicap at Redcar most recent; returning from a break; hard to make a case for. This easier on comeback but would want to see some market interest before considering him.
6	6 (6) (8/1 +27%) Millbuie		8 8/1(+27%)																															(6) Millbuie 8/1, Best work late after having plenty to do when fourth beaten 1 1/4l in a classified race at Wolverhampton latest; effective 8-12f, acts on soft, good and AW; unreliable maiden but capable. One of his better efforts behind Myna at Wolverhampton but he's no certainty to repeat it.
9	9 (9) (10/1 -11%) Rock Armour		10 10/1(-11%)																															(9) Rock Armour 10/1, Never in it from off the pace beaten 7l in a handicap here last time; effective 10f, acts on good to firm and AW; out of form. Struggled for this yard; maybe the returning blinkers and drop in class will do the trick.
4	4 (4) (14/1 -75%) Falaise Blanc		14 14/1(-75%)																															(4) Falaise Blanc 14/1, Below form dropped in trip beaten 8l in a handicap at Redcar last time; returning from a break; effective 10-14f, acts on soft, good and AW; C&D win in August gives him a squeak. Blinkers helped in second half of last year; one of the likelier winners if ready to go.
7	7 (7) (16/1 -191%) Myna		16 16/1(-191%)																															(7) Myna 16/1, Ran to form when second beaten a short-head in a classified race at Wolverhampton latest; suited by 10f, acts on any; can go well again. Inconsistent; nabbed on the line at Wolverhampton last time; holds obvious claims on that.
5	5 (5) (16/1 -88%) Heartened		16 16/1(-88%)																															(5) Heartened 16/1, Never in it from off the pace when comfortably held in a handicap at Southwell last time; returning from a break; effective 10f on sound surface; return to this course may suit. Claims on either of her C&D efforts in the autumn; one of the more interesting contenders.
2	2 (2) (16/1 -78%) Arranmore		16 16/1(-78%)																															(2) Arranmore 16/1, Bit keen but ran to form when fourth beaten 4l in a classified race at Wolverhampton latest; effective 8-12f, acts on AW; abysmal strike-rate and probably flattered by summer win. Not as good since surprise C&D win last summer; again some way down the pecking order.
3	3 (3) (28/1 -211%) Celebrating Ethel		28 28/1(-211%)																															(3) Celebrating Ethel 28/1, Back to form when fourth beaten 2l in a handicap at Wolverhampton latest; blinkers first time; suited by 8/10f, acts on sound surface; more like it latest and chance if building on it. Regressive, inconsistent mare who's tried in first-time blinkers; likely flattered latest.
11	11 (11) (150/1 -127%) Trouble In Chicago		150 150/1(-127%)																															(11) Trouble In Chicago 150/1, Again ran to a poor level at Southwell last time; yet to show any ability and hard to fancy. Much hinges on the new trip (half-sister to the yard's three-time 1m6f winner Chipiron).

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

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Quite an open classified event given that most of these are in and around an official rating of 50, so only a tentative vote can go to CELEBRATING ETHEL. Tony Carroll's mare showed plenty more in a handicap at Wolverhampton and, with blinkers applied for the first time, she might find a little extra. Myna went desperately close last time and another big run looks on the cards, as it does for Alpine Sierra, who can benefit from an ease in class.

The vote goes to REGAL GLORY, who hasn't had the breaks since joining Roger Fell. Rock Armour could do better back in blinkers.

16:28 Newcastle (Class 6) 10f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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16:40 Cheltenham (Class 1) 23f - 24 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
7	7 (7) (10/3 +17%) Supremely West		3.333333 10/3(+17%)																															(7) Supremely West 10/3, Keen, outpaced, unsuited by drop in trip when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Aintree last time; off a short-break; effective 3m, acts on any; may have spring targets but possibly on stiff enough mark and would want some rain. Promising on return; subsequent runs not hard to forgive; favourite for this for some time.
8	8 (8) (8/1 +33%) Absolutely Doyen		8 8/1(+33%)																															(8) Absolutely Doyen 8/1, Landed a Handicap Hurdle by 3l off a 12lb lower mark at Wincanton penultimate start; did it cosily, improved again when winning a novice hurdle at Musselburgh last time; effective 2m4f-3m, acts on good to soft and good; progressing fast and new mark may not be beyond him. 5-5 for Paul Nicholls, finishing off the opposition in storming fashion; shortlisted.
21	21 (21) (8/1 +43%) Bold Endeavour		8 8/1(+43%)																															(21) Bold Endeavour 8/1, Yard won this last year; returned to form down in class back from break when 4 1/2l third in a handicap hurdle at Huntingdon most recent run; placed in this off 13lb higher a couple of years ago; effective around 3m, acts on soft and good; should come on for return, well treated on old form and looks to have been primed for this. Second run back with Nicky Henderson; fourth in the 2024 Pertemps Final off 13lb higher.
19	19 (19) (8/1 0%) C'est Different		8 8/1(0%)																															(19) C'est Different 8/1, Did it cosily, got first run, improved again landing a handicap by 5 1/2l off a 10lb lower mark at Newbury last time; off a short-break; effective 2 1/2-3m, acts with cut; progressive, may have more to offer as a stayer but handicapper has reacted. 4-4 in handicaps (soft/good to soft) and strode clear for two emphatic wins over about 3m.
3	3 (3) (9/1 +10%) Electric Mason		9 9/1(+10%)																															(3) Electric Mason 9/1, Improved again reversing form with conqueror on better terms landing a Stayers' Premier Handicap Hurdle by a neck off a 7lb lower mark at Haydock last time; that strong form; returning from a break; effective 2 1/2-3m, acts on soft, good; form franked and kept fresh but revised mark will demand more. Major chance after his second to Ma Shantou here and a win in valuable race at Haydock.
1	1 (1) (14/1 +13%) Staffordshire Knot		14 14/1(+13%)																															(1) Staffordshire Knot 14/1, Yard has won 3 of last 10 runnings of race; landed a Handicap Hurdle by 5 1/2l off a 12lb lower mark at Punchestown in November; effective 2 1/2-3m, suited by cut; progressing as a stayer this term; fair mark on Graded form but didn't enjoy track last year in Coral Cup and could do with some rain. 2m6f-3m has proved just the ticket this winter with three wins; tough customer.
6	6 (6) (14/1 +13%) Kikijo		14 14/1(+13%)																															(6) Kikijo 14/1, Gamely repelled runner up, improved again relishing stamina test landing a Handicap Hurdle by 3/4l off a 8lb lower mark at Sandown last time; effective 2 1/2-3m, acts on soft, good; unexposed as a stayer have more to offer over hurdles. Soft ground has probably helped but he keeps finding more and probably has deeper reserves.
4	4 (4) (16/1 -33%) Ace Of Spades		16 16/1(-33%)																															(4) Ace Of Spades 16/1, Hung under pressure, improved again in weaker contest landing a Handicap Hurdle by 1/2l off a 5lb lower mark at Huntingdon last time; consistent at 2 1/2-3m on sound surface; progressive as a stayer, penultimate form franked emphatically but handicapper has reacted. Two wins this term and a good 2nd here; progressive 7yo who has to be taken seriously.
18	18 (18) (18/1 +10%) Champagne Chic		18 18/1(+10%)																															(18) Champagne Chic 18/1, Improved again aided by late faller landing a Handicap Hurdle by 5 1/2l off a 7lb lower mark at Haydock last time; usually held up; effective 2m-2m7f, acts on any; open to progress as a stayer but career best needed again. Stretched just over 5l ahead from Minella Emperor on the run-in at Haydock (3m) latest.
9	9 (9) (18/1 +45%) Red Dirt Road		18 18/1(+45%)																															(9) Red Dirt Road 18/1, Built on reappearance down in class when fourth beaten 14l in a handicap hurdle at Haydock latest; enjoys making it; effective 2m4f-2m7f with cut; running into form and just 1lb above last winning mark. Third run on the comeback trail; well handicapped if back to his best form last winter.
20	20 (20) (20/1 -100%) Minella Emperor		20 20/1(-100%)																															(20) Minella Emperor 20/1, Improved again up in trip when second beaten 5 1/2l in a handicap hurdle at Haydock latest; effective 2m3f-3m, acts on any; steadily progressing as trip increases; inexperienced jockey may not be ideal for a race such as this. Lightly raced; not that straightforward but there's time for him to get his act together.
14	14 (14) (20/1 -11%) Yeah Man		20 20/1(-11%)																															(14) Yeah Man 20/1, Unsuited by drop in trip when comfortably held in Red Mills Trial Hurdle (Grade 3) at Gowran Park last time; suited by 3m+, acts on any; inconsistent competing in top staying handicap chases, hurdles mark could be generous. Has a much lower hurdles mark; close second to Duke Silver in the Leopardstown qualifier.
11	11 (11) (22/1 -38%) Lavida Adiva		22 22/1(-38%)																															(11) Lavida Adiva 22/1, Ran to form 8l third in Rendlesham Hurdle (Grade 2) at Haydock most recent run; effective 2 1/2-3m, acts on good and good; consistent Listed winner; career high mark may not be beyond her if rain stays away. Never better than on last three starts; needs to resume improvement in this hot handicap.
17	17 (17) (22/1 -38%) Letos		22 22/1(-38%)																															(17) Letos 22/1, Outclassed when down the field in Ballymore Novice Hurdle (Grade 1) at Naas most recent; off a short-break; effective 2m-2m4f, suited by cut; progressing since move from France until latest, could bounce back down in grade but not here. No shock if he remains capable of better but there is a question over his ideal trip.
10	10 (10) (22/1 +12%) Classic King		22 22/1(+12%)																															(10) Classic King 22/1, Every chance, ran to form when fourth beaten 11l in a handicap hurdle at Wincanton latest; off a short-break; effective 2 1/2m, suited by decent ground; consistent but holds no secrets from handicapper. Not quite so good this term; did not shout stamina when upped to 3m for last two outings.
15	15 (15) (25/1 -108%) Melbourne Shamrock		25 25/1(-108%)																															(15) Melbourne Shamrock 25/1, Improved up in trip in first time cheekpieces on handicap debut landing a handicap by a neck off a 11lb lower mark at Naas last time; blinkers first time; effective 2 3/4-3m, acts with cut; progressing, form franked and looks a leading contender. Fifth hurdle race when justifying favouritism in Naas qualifier (2m7f, heavy) 18 days ago.
5	5 (5) (25/1 -25%) Minella Sixo		25 25/1(-25%)																															(5) Minella Sixo 25/1, Yard has won 3 of last 10 runnings of race; beaten a neck off a 8lb lower mark at Naas last time where conceded first run; effective at around 3m, suited by good but acts on any; back in form, mark fair on novice form and spring ground could suit, interesting. Surged back to form when a recent, close second at Naas (2m7f, heavy) in second-time visor.
2	2 (2) (33/1 -65%) Gowel Road		33 33/1(-65%)																															(2) Gowel Road 33/1, Game beaten 3/4l off a 2lb lower mark at Chepstow last time; effective 3m, acts on soft and good; flattered by Graded form but goes well at Cheltenham; dangerous if allowed easy time up front. Cheltenham regular; back up 2lb to his career-high mark but probably not far away.
23	23 (23) (33/1 +34%) Idem		33 33/1(+34%)																															(23) Idem 33/1, Too much to do having conceded first run beaten 3l off a 1lb lower mark at Musselburgh last time; effective at 3m on decent ground; in form and fair mark on autumn efforts but well held in this last year. Second in the Musselburgh qualifier last time but he's an exposed 8yo.
12	12 (12) (40/1 -21%) Ikarak		40 40/1(-21%)																															(12) Ikarak 40/1, Ran to form landing a handicap by 2l off a 6lb lower mark at Ayr last time; off a short-break; effective 3m, acts with cut; admirably consistent but may be high enough in weights now. Regular winner, including on two of his three starts this season; up another 6lb.
22	22 (22) (40/1 -21%) Onewaywest		40 40/1(-21%)																															(22) Onewaywest 40/1, Improved again up in trip suited by positive ride at sharp track beaten 1/2l off a 3lb lower mark at Huntingdon last time; effective 2 1/2-3m, acts on soft, good to soft; progressing but vulnerable off this mark in this class. Keeps going up the weights and this return to a left-handed track is a concern.
13	13 (13) (50/1 -79%) Duke Silver		50 50/1(-79%)																															(13) Duke Silver 50/1, Scored by 3/4l off a 14lb lower mark at Leopardstown penultimate start; finished tired on ground too testing seventh beaten 37l off 127 last time, 6lb higher here; effective 2 1/2-3m, wants decent ground; generally progressive until latest but mark looks stiff. Very inconsistent in recent starts but won two of them, including Leopardstown qualifier.
24	24 (24) (50/1 -25%) Ike Sport		50 50/1(-25%)																															(24) Ike Sport 50/1, Never travelled, didn't handle the soft ground when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Plumpton last time; usually held up; effective 2 1/2m on good, barely gets 3m; back on workable mark when getting conditions but stamina concerns here. Second to Absolutely Doyen at Wincanton (3m) at Christmas; modest show at Plumpton latest.
16	16 (16) (80/1 -100%) Idy Wood		80 80/1(-100%)																															(16) Idy Wood 80/1, Made too much use of when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Windsor most recent; in good form prior; trainer in form; off a short-break; best at 2 1/2m; consistent until latest, mark demands more and stamina concerns. 2-4 back hurdling this term; tailed off on latest start; unraced beyond 2m5f under rules.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

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The ante-post betting would suggest the home contingent are fancied to get one over on their Irish counterparts, not least because the highly-progessive C'est Different gets in under a handy weight. Absolutely Doyen is just as progressive, although Kikijo and Electric Mason have both been effective at this venue in the past and could offer the bigger threat. All that being said, the prize might head back across the Irish Sea courtesy of MINELLA EMPEROR. Kept to maiden/novice company for much of the season, Emmet Mullins' seven-year-old hit the woodwork on his handicap bow when qualifying for this race at Haydock last month. Just 1lb higher and with owner/regular rider Michael O'Neill back aboard, the British handicapper might have underestimated his ability. Stable companion Melbourne Shamrock is another to note, and top-weight Staffordshire Knot makes some appeal too on the back of his Boyne Hurdle triumph.

Preference is for C'EST DIFFERENT ahead of Absolutely Doyen, Electric Mason and Staffordshire Knot.

16:40 Cheltenham (Class 1) 23f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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16:49 Chelmsford City (Class 6) 10f - 8 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
2	2 (2) (3/1 +10%) Beachborough Girl		3 3/1(+10%)																															(2) Beachborough Girl 3/1, Didn't quite stay up in trip when third beaten 2 1/4l off 59 last time, same mark here; effective at 10f, acts on AW; leading chance back at this distance. Two good runs for new stable, including a C&D win; experienced rider booked; big player.
7	7 (7) (3/1 +54%) Jack Andrea		3 3/1(+54%)																															(7) Jack Andrea 3/1, Improved down in grade, strong at finish when winning a classified race at Lingfield by 3/4l last time; effective 8-11f, acts on good, soft and AW; could do better again now go head in front. 19th time lucky when winning 1m2f 0-50 at Lingfield four weeks ago; chance for new yard.
1	1 (1) (10/3 -11%) Bronte Beach		3.333333 10/3(-11%)																															(1) Bronte Beach 10/3, Best work late after a slow start on handicap debut beaten 3l off a 2lb higher mark at Kempton last time; effective 8-10f, acts on AW; stocky sort, ex-Godolphin, return to this trip a plus. Eye-catching finishing effort in 1m Class 5 on h'cap debut; longer trip a plus; intriguing.
5	5 (5) (9/2 +31%) He's Our Cracker		4.5 9/2(+31%)																															(5) He's Our Cracker 9/2, Step back in right direction tried in cheekpieces beaten 3/4l off this mark at Wolverhampton last time; effective 6-10f, acts on AW; chance but others might stay better. Improved 3rd at Wolverhampton latest; weighted to reverse form with Silkies Sib; unexposed.
3	3 (3) (11/2 -83%) Silkies Sib		5.5 11/2(-83%)																															(3) Silkies Sib 11/2, Ran to form when third beaten 1 1/4l off 60 last time, 2lb lower here; effective 9-11f, acts on soft, good and AW; respected once again down slightly in weights. Having a fine winter, including a C&D win; inexperienced amateur booked.
6	6 (6) (12/1 +45%) King Of The Dance		12 12/1(+45%)																															(6) King Of The Dance 12/1, Best work late, ran to form beaten 1 1/2l off this mark at Wolverhampton last time; effective 7/8f, acts on any; generally consistent. Reliable in 2025 and made a promising return last month; has to prove stamina for 1m2f.
8	8 (8) (22/1 -57%) Versatile		22 22/1(-57%)																															(8) Versatile 22/1, Travelled in first-time visor, outstayed late down the field in a handicap at Lingfield most recent; trainer in form; usually held up; suited by 10/11f, likes fast ground, acts on AW; drop in trip may help. Down to a dangerous mark but doesn't help himself at the start and others look safer.
4	4 (4) (33/1 -106%) Crafter		33 33/1(-106%)																															(4) Crafter 33/1, Found little, below form beaten 5 1/2l in a handicap at Lingfield last time; blinkers first time; best around 10f, suited by AW; bounce back needed. On a dangerous mark and new blinkers could help; second ride for Jack Loughnane.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

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BEACHBOROUGH GIRL has been in consistent form in recent months and returns to the scene of her sole previous victory. She ran with credit over a furlong further off this mark when third at Southwell subsequently and the four-year-old can get her head back in front. Silkies Sib is another C&D winner expected to be in the mix, while others for the shortlist include He's Our Cracker and King of The Dance.

Beachborough Girl is solid but unexposed BRONTE BEACH was an eyecatcher on her handicap debut and the longer trip should be ideal.

16:49 Chelmsford City (Class 6) 10f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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16:54 Limerick 16f - 7 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	Speed Runs	Speed at Distance	LTO Speed	Top Speed	WSR	TF Rating	Course	Going	Distance	Timespeed	OR	Weight	Runs	Age	Comments
2	2 (2) (8/11 +58%) Border Lad		0.727273 8/11(+58%)																															(2) Border Lad 8/11, Easy winner of a maiden point at Aghabullogue on debut; effective at 3m in points; joined a top yard ahead of this rules debut and can go well in a hood. Wide-margin point winner in January, runner-up High Kick Kev franked the form, good chance.
6	6 (6) (7/4 -17%) Jury Time		1.75 7/4(-17%)																															(6) Jury Time 7/4, Ran to form when second beaten 9l in an auction bumper here latest; effective 2m, acts on heavy; point winner should have more to offer. Point winner, placed form in two bumpers at this venue suggests that she can go close.
1	1 (1) (9/2 -29%) Bois D'angos		4.5 9/2(-29%)																															(1) Bois D'angos 9/2, Some promise on debut when 13l third in a bumper at Fairyhouse most recent run; effective at 2m with cut; yard can get bumper winners, should come on for latest. Failed to match Mullins/Elliott runners in a four-runner Fairyhouse event, should improve.
3	3 (3) (12/1 +45%) Alzurs Thunder		12 12/1(+45%)																															(3) Alzurs Thunder 12/1, Pulled up in an auction bumper here latest; effective at 3m in points; form of point win nothing special and bit to prove. Good ground point in November 2024, struggled here last month on heavy after long layoff.
5	5 (5) (28/1 +15%) Diamond Secret		28 28/1(+15%)																															(5) Diamond Secret 28/1, Ran green, made mistakes, outclassed when comfortably held in an auction hurdle at Naas last time; effective at 2m4f with cut; could have a say dropped into a bumper. Change of emphasis now after two runs over hurdles over longer trips, hard to assess.
4	4 (4) (50/1 -100%) Deeter		50 50/1(-100%)																															(4) Deeter 50/1, Califet gelding; dam Flat/jumps maiden, half-sister to high-class hurdle and chase winner in France; looks up against it on debut. Dam Flat/jumps maiden is a half-sister to high-class hurdle/chase winner Clarcam.
7	7 (7) (50/1 -52%) Natures Odyssey		50 50/1(-52%)																															(7) Natures Odyssey 50/1, Modest debut when well beaten in a Mares' bumper at Gowran Park only start; improvement likely. Never a serious threat when fifth in a seven-runner bumper at Gowran last month.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content,

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BORDER LAD may be able to make a winning start under Rules. The Maxios gelding impressed on his sole point-to-point outing when scoring by a wide margin in Aghabullogue in January. He was subsequently snapped up for owner Barry Moloney, who has had some nice horses in recent years. Jury Time has been placed in two bumpers since winning a point-to-point and looks like an obvious danger. Bois D'angos didn't make much impression on the leaders when third in a Fairyhouse bumper, but may progress a bit from that run.

Two point-to-point winners may fight this out. Racecourse experience may give JURY TIME an edge over Border Lad

16:54 Limerick 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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17:00 Hexham (Class 5) 23f - 7 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
4	4 (4) (7/1 +0%) Better Be Definite		7 7/1(+0%)																															(4) Better Be Definite 7/1, Scored by 13l off a 7lb lower mark at Ayr penultimate start; never travelled, possibly feeling hard race last time Pulled up in a handicap hurdle latest; effective 3m, acts on soft and good; thorough stayer was back in form until latest. Chance on his career-best Ayr win last month, but pulled up at Newcastle last week.
6	6 (6) (7/1 +0%) Do Ye Wanna		7 7/1(+0%)																															(6) Do Ye Wanna 7/1, Returned to form appreciating stiff track down in trip 7l third in a handicap hurdle at Carlisle most recent run; effective 2 1/2m, acts on soft and good; inconsistent, longer trip could suit. Unexposed; career-best when third in a 2m3f novice h'cap last time; stamina to prove.
1	1 (1) (7/2 +0%) Shoeshine Boy		3.5 7/2(+0%)																															(1) Shoeshine Boy 7/2, Scored by a head off a 4lb lower mark at Ayr penultimate start; made too much use of third beaten 15l off 104 last time, same mark here; effective 3m, suited by plenty of cut; still on fair mark, back in form. Best at Ayr, but is a C&D winner and these conditions are ideal; should go well again.
2	2 (2) (7/2 +0%) Colonial Empire		3.5 7/2(+0%)																															(2) Colonial Empire 7/2, Hit the front too soon off strong pace and caught late by strong stayer beaten 2l off a 1lb lower mark at Catterick last time; effective 2m-3m, acts on good to soft, good; back in form, mark fair. Last win came in 2023, but good seconds on last two starts and is one with a chance.
3	3 (3) (13/8 +0%) Another High Five		1.625 13/8(+0%)																															(3) Another High Five 13/8, Too much to do but improved up in trip beaten 2 1/2l off a 1lb lower mark at Kelso last time; effective 2m7f, acts on heavy and soft; progressing as trip increases. Ex-Irish pointer; good 2nd on handicap debut; track, trip and ground will suit.
5	5 (5) (20/1 +0%) Pure Sirloin		20 20/1(+0%)																															(5) Pure Sirloin 20/1, Continued in moderate form when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Ayr latest; effective 2 1/2-3m; inconsistent, doesn't look the force of old. Only win was for Gavin Cromwell in 2023; behind Shoeshine Boy last time; bit to find.
7	7 (7) (20/1 +0%) Community Rebel		20 20/1(+0%)																															(7) Community Rebel 20/1, Ran to form when fourth beaten 14l in a handicap hurdle at Catterick latest; effective 3m; in moderate form and likely to find ground too testing. 1-18 over jumps; beaten over 14l when 4th at Catterick last week; has an each-way chance.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

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Colonial Empire makes the long trip up from Tim Vaughan's base and merits close consideration following solid placed efforts at Taunton and Catterick, but the less-exposed ANOTHER HIGH FIVE gets the nod. This lightly-raced six-year-old shaped with lots of promise when chasing home a rapidly-improving rival on his handicap debut at Kelso and he can defy a 1lb rise to open his account. C&D winner Shoeshine Boy is by no means out of it either.

This stiffer track should be ideal for the unexposed ANOTHER HIGH FIVE (nap) who was a staying-on second over 2m6f at Kelso last time.

17:00 Hexham (Class 5) 23f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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17:08 Newcastle (Class 5) 12f - 8 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
7	7 (7) (5/2 +38%) Golspie		2.5 5/2(+38%)																															(7) Golspie 5/2, Best work late back up in trip in reapplied cheekpieces when second beaten 2l off 65 last time, 1lb lower here; suited by 10-12f, acts on most going; on a competitive mark. Another solid effort under a typically patient ride over C&D last weekend; should go well.
2	2 (2) (7/2 +61%) Fast Fred		3.5 7/2(+61%)																															(2) Fast Fred 7/2, Ran to current level comfortably held in a handicap at Chester last time; effective 12-16f, worth slight drop back in trip, acts on AW and with give; might need this. Resumes from six months off 2lb higher than when last successful; will need to be spot on.
3	3 (3) (11/2 +45%) Tee Aitch Aye		5.5 11/2(+45%)																															(3) Tee Aitch Aye 11/2, Didn't stay back up in trip comfortably held in a handicap at Musselburgh last time; in good form prior; returning from a break; effective 9/10f, acts on heavy and good; drop in trip a plus. Still to convince on the stamina front; resumes 3lb above last autumn's winning mark.
5	5 (5) (11/2 +45%) Clansman		5.5 11/2(+45%)																															(5) Clansman 11/2, Ran to form when second beaten 6l in a handicap here latest; effective 12-16f on any surface; drop in trip fine and can again go well. The handicapper's given him every chance back down in trip and he holds each-way claims.
6	6 (6) (11/2 +39%) Jack Sparowe		5.5 11/2(+39%)																															(6) Jack Sparowe 11/2, Bit below best down in trip beaten 4l off this mark here last time; suited by 10-12f, acts on any; losing run continues. Not as good now and been expensive to follow in recent times but has found his level again.
8	8 (8) (10/1 +17%) Bouboule		10 10/1(+17%)																															(8) Bouboule 10/1, Bit below best back hurdling comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Musselburgh last time; effective 10-12f on the Flat, acts on sound surface; capable back on the Flat. Inconsistent maiden for three yards; well beaten over hurdles latest; others stronger.
9	9 (9) (16/1 +0%) Bruce Banner		16 16/1(+0%)																															(9) Bruce Banner 16/1, Pulled up in a 4yo hurdle at Kelso latest; visor first time; effective 12f, all worthwhile form on AW; has lost form on Flat since spring win, bit to prove. All-or-nothing profile and it's hard to know what to expect in a first-time visor.
10	10 (10) (33/1 -32%) Desert Quest		33 33/1(-32%)																															(10) Desert Quest 33/1, Needed run back from big absence when beaten 10l in a handicap here last time; enjoys making it; effective 12-14f on a sound surface; should do better than latest. Pulled hard when last in a 0-55 handicap over C&D recently (first run in around 18 months).

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

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JODHPUR BLUE has been knocking hard at the door in recent starts and can gain a thoroughly deserved second career success. Clansman was no match for an easy winner over an extended 2m here but could get closer to the principals now dropped in trip, and Bouboule should be happier back on the level following a disappointing effort over hurdles at Musselburgh.

It's not hard to pick holes in a number of these and JODHPUR BLUE looks the one to beat. Golspie rates the main danger.

17:08 Newcastle (Class 5) 12f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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17:20 Cheltenham (Class 2) 26f - 23 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
1	1 (1) (4/1 +11%) Jeriko Du Reponet		4 4/1(+11%)																															(1) Jeriko Du Reponet 4/1, Landed a Handicap Hurdle (Listed) by 4 1/4l off a 6lb lower mark at Punchestown in last May having finished runner up in Pertemps on this card; trainer in form; off a short-break; effective 2m2f-3m, acts on soft, good to soft; good jockey booking given enthusiasm concerns; yet to match hurdle form over fences but has been ridden conservatively, may do better handicapping. Hasn't looked a natural over fences but cheekpieces could help, along with Derek O'Connor.
19	19 (19) (9/2 +50%) Kim Roque		4.5 9/2(+50%)																															(19) Kim Roque 9/2, Beaten 6l in Leopardstown Handicap Chase (Grade 3) at Leopardstown last time; in good form prior at this venue; effective up to 2m6f, acts on soft; ex French, in form and may have bit more to offer for new yard if ridden more conservatively over this longer trip. 6yo; promise in defeat for new yard and it's possible this new trip will be within range.
11	11 (11) (9/2 +0%) Waterford Whispers		4.5 9/2(+0%)																															(11) Waterford Whispers 9/2, Returned to form back up in trip beaten 1 1/4l off a 7lb lower mark at Leopardstown last time; former Martin Pipe runner up; effective at around 2 1/2m; has had issues, inconsistent, could now want 3m but risky. Kept on well for close 3rd in big-field handicap over extended 2m5f at Leopardstown latest.
17	17 (17) (9/1 +36%) Road To Home		9 9/1(+36%)																															(17) Road To Home 9/1, Pulled up in Listed Handicap Hurdle at Leopardstown latest; in good form over fences previously; effective 2-2 1/2m, acts on good to soft; step up in trip could suit; more to come for top yard when back on better ground. The return to fences and better ground can help; may have potential over a staying trip.
8	8 (8) (10/1 +0%) Herakles Westwood		10 10/1(+0%)																															(8) Herakles Westwood 10/1, Needed every yard down in trip, ran to form down in class, aided by carnage landing a Betfair Handicap Chase by 1/2l off a 2lb lower mark here last time; off a short-break; effective 3m+, suited by cut; in fine form, marathon trips may suit. Has run well here on last three starts, winning most recently; wind op since; solid claims.
20	20 (20) (11/1 +56%) Gericault Roque		11 11/1(+56%)																															(20) Gericault Roque 11/1, Returned to form in first time cheekpieces beaten 3l off a 5lb lower mark at Ascot last time; placed in 2022 Ultima here; effective 3m, acts on soft, good; inconsistent following lay off but fair mark if building on latest. Lightly raced since his second in the 2022 Ultima; second at Ascot latest; possibilities.
5	5 (5) (12/1 +25%) Sandor Clegane		12 12/1(+25%)																															(5) Sandor Clegane 12/1, Yard won this last year; ran to current form down the field in Paddy Power Handicap Chase (Listed) at Leopardstown most recent; cheekpieces first time; off a short-break; effective 2m6f-3m; weak finisher in moderate form. Well handicapped on peak form but hasn't produced it in last 12 months; cheekpieces go on.
7	7 (7) (14/1 +0%) Prends Garde A Toi		14 14/1(+0%)																															(7) Prends Garde A Toi 14/1, Yard has won 2 of last 10 runnings of race; improved up in trip, well placed in race dominated from front when fourth beaten 6l in Handicap Chase at Punchestown latest; effective 2 1/2m; form franked, inconsistent but a big player if bringing best. Inconsistent but this novice looks a type who will be suited by the demands of this race.
13	13 (13) (18/1 -13%) Daily Present		18 18/1(-13%)																															(13) Daily Present 18/1, Won this last year off 6lb lower; pulled up in Listed Handicap Hurdle at Leopardstown latest; enjoys making it; effective 3m, acts with cut; inconsistent and mark looks stiff enough. Won this last year; has struggled over hurdles this term but he could go well back here.
3	3 (3) (18/1 +0%) The Enabler		18 18/1(+0%)																															(3) The Enabler 18/1, Yard has won 2 of last 10 runnings of race; travelled, tired late up the hill, improved 16l third in Finlay Ford At Naas Novice Chase (Grade 3) at Naas most recent run; effective 2-2 1/2m; acts on heavy and good; consistent and mark fair based on Graded form. Not kicked on from impressive novice win in December but not ruled out for top Irish yard.
2	2 (2) (18/1 +55%) Monbeg Genius		18 18/1(+55%)																															(2) Monbeg Genius 18/1, Ran to current form beaten 6l in Grand National Trial Handicap Chase at Haydock last time; blinkers first time; effective 3m, acts with cut; inconsistent but back below last winning mark and running into form. Respectable efforts on last two starts and now below his last winning mark; not discounted.
22	22 (22) (22/1 +12%) Ask Brewster		22 22/1(+12%)																															(22) Ask Brewster 22/1, Below form off revised mark when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Sandown last time; in good form prior; off a short-break; suited by 3m+, acts on any but possibly not heavy; handicapper may have caught up. Hat-trick last year on good/good to firm; the drier the ground the better.
10	10 (10) (25/1 -14%) Weveallbeencaught		25 25/1(-14%)																															(10) Weveallbeencaught 25/1, No obvious excuse when down the field in Paddy Power Handicap Chase (Listed) at Leopardstown most recent; in good form prior; off a short-break; best at 3m, generally consistent; in good form for new yard until latest but vulnerable to improver. Below par latest but good 2nd previously; 4th in this last year; each-way shout if on song.
9	9 (9) (25/1 0%) King's Threshold		25 25/1(0%)																															(9) King's Threshold 25/1, Travelled, did it readily, improved up in trip at favoured venue landing a Mandarin Handicap Chase by 3 1/4l off a 6lb lower mark at Newbury last time; off a short-break; effective 2 1/2-3m; in career best form, revised mark will demand more. Had just 5 rivals to beat at Newbury last time but he was impressive; not ruled out up 6lb.
21	21 (21) (33/1 +50%) No Time To Wait		33 33/1(+50%)																															(21) No Time To Wait 33/1, Ran to form just flattening out late on ground more testing than ideal when fourth beaten 14l in a novice chase at Fairyhouse latest; blinkers first time; effective 3m, acts on any but suited by decent ground; still a maiden over fences but fair mark on novice form; interesting at a price. Below best on both outings this winter and now 0-9 over fences; gets a change of headgear.
6	6 (6) (40/1 +0%) Il Ridoto		40 40/1(+0%)																															(6) Il Ridoto 40/1, Back to form of reduced mark when second beaten 9 1/2l in Betfair Exchange Handicap Chase here latest; off a short-break; effective 2 1/2m, acts on soft, good; veteran has been inconsistent of late, fair mark if building on recent revival but big stamina worries. Two-time course winner but over 2m4f and he doesn't appear to be crying out for this trip.
24	24 (24) (40/1 +20%) Lord Accord		40 40/1(+20%)																															(24) Lord Accord 40/1, Ran to form suited by decent ground and positive ride when second beaten 11l in a handicap chase at Ascot latest; returning from a break; wants 3m+, needs sound surface; back in form, this tougher. In good heart in these blinkers in the autumn but this 11yo may find this too competitive.
15	15 (15) (50/1 -100%) Excello		50 50/1(-100%)																															(15) Excello 50/1, Fell in a handicap chase here latest; trainer in form; off a short-break; effective 2 1/2m, acts on decent ground; in form until latest completed start, well treated on French efforts but stamina concerns. Some good form in defeat last year but there's a suspicion he lacks the necessary stamina.
23	23 (23) (50/1 +0%) Hung Jury		50 50/1(+0%)																															(23) Hung Jury 50/1, Outpaced and looked in need of stiffer test when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Ascot most recent; effective 3m+; better over fences; thorough stayer with excellent course record; probably out of depth here. A return to form is needed from this 11yo but he likes it here; might have an each-squeak.
4	4 (4) (66/1 -100%) Insurrection		66 66/1(-100%)																															(4) Insurrection 66/1, Never jumped or travelled when well beaten in a handicap chase at Musselburgh latest; effective 2 1/2m; needs sound surface; unreliable and mark too high. 2m4f third at Musselburgh in January but well beaten there since; stamina a big unknown.
16	16 (16) (80/1 -100%) Glengouly		80 80/1(-100%)																															(16) Glengouly 80/1, Scored by 1 1/2l off a 10lb lower mark here three starts back; went too fast last time when pulled up; effective 2-3m, acts with cut; very well treated on old efforts, inconsistent for new yard, likes to dominate but big stamina worries here. Made all here in December but pulled up on both starts since, the latest only 12 days ago.
18	18 (18) (100/1 -100%) Cave Court		100 100/1(-100%)																															(18) Cave Court 100/1, Needed run, didn't stay 3m when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Haydock latest; effective 2m; should come on for latest but big stamina concerns here. Tailed off at 50-1 over hurdles at Haydock last month and looks up against it today.
14	14 (14) (125/1 -150%) Olympic Man		125 125/1(-150%)																															(14) Olympic Man 125/1, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Leopardstown latest; cheekpieces first time; off a short-break; effective 2 1/2m, acts with cut; inconsistent and ground may be quick enough here. Beginners chase win last March; struggled over hurdles on final 2 runs for Willie Mullins.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

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Derek O'Connor has worn the JP McManus colours to glory in this a couple of times, most recently on subsequent Gold Cup hero Inothewayurthinkin in 2024, and he can do so again on JERIKO DU REPONET. The Nicky Henderson-trained seven-year-old hasn't exactly looked a natural chaser, but he has bags of quality and was runner-up in the Pertemps Final 12 months ago. He looks to have been perfectly campaigned because he sneaks in here just under the ceiling with his 145 rating - 4lb lower than his timber figure. McManus is also represented by Waterford Whispers, who caught the eye when making the frame over an extended 2m5f at the DRF. Kim Roque was back in fifth on that occasion, but should appreciate the extra yardage. Herakles Westwood and last year's winner Daily Present are just two more to consider.

7yo novice PRENDS GARDE A TOI could be the ideal type for this race and is the pick ahead of fellow Irish runner Waterford Whispers.

17:20 Cheltenham (Class 2) 26f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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17:30 Chelmsford City (Class 3) 10f - 6 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
2	2 (2) (1/2 +45%) Respond		0.5 1/2(+45%)																															(2) Respond 1/2, Too keen and worn down late when beaten a length off this mark at Lingfield last time; trainer in form; effective at 10f, seems to stay 12f, acts on sound surface; can remain competitive in handicaps and drop in trip may suit. Beaten favourite (1m4f) on return but raced too freely; still has potential for better.
4	4 (4) (13/2 -44%) Dark Moon Rising		6.5 13/2(-44%)																															(4) Dark Moon Rising 13/2, Best work late off steady pace beaten 3 1/4l off this mark at Lingfield last time; effective 10-12f on good to soft, good firm and AW, goes well at York; inconsistent but capable if getting pace to aim at. Needs to step up on his two runs this year but that's certainly not out of the question.
5	5 (5) (15/2 -67%) Penzance		7.5 15/2(-67%)																															(5) Penzance 15/2, Won this last year; well placed, ran to form beaten 1 1/4l off this mark at Dundalk last time; effective 10/11f on sound surface, all wins on AW; good chance of a repeat win if building on latest. Three C&D wins for former yard, including this race last year off 7lb higher; place chance.
1	1 (1) (12/1 -20%) The Glen Rovers		12 12/1(-20%)																															(1) The Glen Rovers 12/1, Never in it from off the pace well beaten in a handicap at Kempton latest; effective 10-12f, suited by AW; handicapper may be in charge. Had a fine winter last time around but underwhelming in two Class 2 runs after a layoff.
6	6 (6) (12/1 -20%) Qitaal		12 12/1(-20%)																															(6) Qitaal 12/1, Never in it from off the pace beaten 5l in a handicap at Lingfield last time; effective 10f, acts on soft, good to firm and AW; inconsistent but capable. Good 3rd at Lingfield last month but didn't back it up last time; could enjoy run of race.
3	3 (3) (12/1 +25%) Storm Catcher		12 12/1(+25%)																															(3) Storm Catcher 12/1, Bit below form, maybe didn't stay comfortably held in a handicap at Wolverhampton last time; effective 8-10f, acts on a sound surface; below last winning mark and not ruled out down in trip. Conditions to suit but struggling of late; dangerous mark if bouncing back but not solid.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

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RESPOND has shown some smart form, most notably when third at the St Leger meeting, and returned from a break when runner-up at Lingfield. The four-year-old may well benefit from dropping back in trip, given how he raced keenly on that occasion, and is fancied to be too strong for the opposition. Penzance runs off the same mark as his Dundalk second and is feared most, while better is expected of Qitaal.

All six runners have a question mark surrounding them but RESPOND, the least exposed contender, looks the safest option back at 1m2f.

17:30 Chelmsford City (Class 3) 10f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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17:45 Newcastle (Class 4) 7f - 9 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
2	2 (2) (11/10 +69%) Blue Mantle		1.1 11/10(+69%)																															(2) Blue Mantle 11/10, Green, doing best work late on fair debut third beaten 5 1/4l in a maiden at Hamilton debut; returning from long layoff; effective at 6f on good to firm; improvement to come. Absent since a fair debut (6f, turf) last May; the market will likely give some clues.
1	1 (1) (3/1 -100%) Portman Blue		3 3/1(-100%)																															(1) Portman Blue 3/1, Waited for a run but every chance and improved on second start when a length third in a novice at Kempton most recent run; effective 7f, acts on AW; big, strong sort and probably more to come. Ran above market expectations on his debut and built on that last time; shortlisted.
4	4 (4) (4/1 -45%) Cotai Eye Joe		4 4/1(-45%)																															(4) Cotai Eye Joe 4/1, Green and missed break but finished quite well when third beaten 3l in a maiden at Wolverhampton debut; effective 6f, acts on AW; should improve. Slowly away and needed the experience on his 6f debut last month; entitled to improve.
9	9 (9) (11/2 -38%) Supreme Lillia		5.5 11/2(-38%)																															(9) Supreme Lillia 11/2, Some promise on debut when third beaten 2l in a novice here debut; returning from a break; wide draw; effective at 7f on AW; should improve. Promise at a big price when coming away with the market leaders on her C&D debut; possible.
7	7 (7) (18/1 +18%) Henry Halflight		18 18/1(+18%)																															(7) Henry Halflight 18/1, Touch too keen early and didn't get home when beaten 9l in a novice here last time; effective 7f, acts on AW; possibly flattered by debut. Pulled hard and didn't see out 1m here latest; handicaps will likely be his time to shine.
12	12 (12) (50/1 -100%) Wheres Veneker		50 50/1(-100%)																															(12) Wheres Veneker 50/1, £15,000 Oasis Dream filly; half-sister to Snoano, smart at 10f; tough enough task on debut and others favoured. Half-sister to the yard's 1m2f Listed winner Snoano; yard isn't noted for 3yo newcomers.
10	10 (10) (100/1 -25%) Wagyu Star		100 100/1(-25%)																															(10) Wagyu Star 100/1, Yet to show any real signs of ability; trainer in form but returning from a break; wide draw; bred to be effective at 6/7f+. Has shown little to date; dam progressed once fitted with headgear in handicap company.
8	8 (8) (125/1 +0%) Tekitoff		125 125/1(+0%)																															(8) Tekitoff 125/1, Again ran to a poor level down the field in a maiden at Catterick most recent; all to do for now. Huge prices for two soft-ground runs last summer for Danny Brooke; market will guide.
11	11 (11) (150/1 -275%) Wee Dresser		150 150/1(-275%)																															(11) Wee Dresser 150/1, Lightning Spear filly; dam unraced half-sister to useful 7f winner Castle Harbour; others more likely to win this. Trainer just 2-83 with 3yos here; likely best watched on debut.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

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PORTMAN BLUE proved his 66/1 third at Lingfield on debut wasn't a fluke when filling the same position at Kempton last month and the four-year-old appears capable of getting off the mark at the third attempt. Cotai Eye Joe made a pleasing introduction over 6f at Wolverhampton and will likely improve for this step up in trip, while Blue Mantle and Supreme Lillia are both respected despite absences.

After two solid efforts on Polytrack, PORTMAN BLUE gets the vote ahead of Blue Mantle and Supreme Lillia.

17:45 Newcastle (Class 4) 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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18:00 Chelmsford City (Class 4) 7f - 10 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
4	4 (4) (4/5 +42%) Forbidden Colours		0.8 4/5(+42%)																															(4) Forbidden Colours 4/5, Promising debut when 4l fourth in a maiden at Newmarket first-time out; effective at 7f on good to firm; surely more to come this season. Hugely promising debut at Newmarket last September; open to considerable improvement.
6	6 (6) (5/2 -11%) Likeness		2.5 5/2(-11%)																															(6) Likeness 5/2, Ran to form when second beaten 1 1/2l in a nursery at Newcastle latest; trainer in form; usually held up; returning from a break; effective up to 8f, acts on good and AW; big filly, drop in trip may suit. Runner-up in 2 1m nurseries (small fields) when last seen; sets the standard; yard in form.
1	1 (1) (9/2 +0%) Baandee		4.5 9/2(+0%)																															(1) Baandee 9/2, Confirmed debut level when second beaten 3l in a novice here latest; returning from a break; wide draw; effective at 7f, acts on AW; chance again. Runner-up in C&D novices in both runs last autumn, making the running; each-way shout.
3	3 (3) (10/1 -186%) Denver Doll		10 10/1(-186%)																															(3) Denver Doll 10/1, Confirmed debut level when second beaten 3 1/4l in a maiden here latest; effective 7f, acts on AW, sound surfaces will suit; nice type, possibly bit more to come. Placed in her two 7f runs this year but that form will need bettering this evening.
8	8 (8) (28/1 +58%) Magic Lady Mae		28 28/1(+58%)																															(8) Magic Lady Mae 28/1, Bit keen and didn't get home beaten 6 1/4l in a novice at Kempton on debut; wide draw; difficult to fancy. Well-beaten 10th of 12 on sole 2yo start (6f, Polytrack); more to come but it is needed.
9	9 (9) (33/1 +0%) Society Charm		33 33/1(+0%)																															(9) Society Charm 33/1, Charming Thought filly; first foal of a mare who was a winner at 5f; yard capable of readying one but others look stronger. Dam a minor 5f winner (RPR 65); fair standard to aim at on debut.
7	7 (7) (80/1 -100%) Made In Normandie		80 80/1(-100%)																															(7) Made In Normandie 80/1, Solid effort off a break up in trip when fourth beaten 6l in a maiden here latest; stays 7f, acts on AW; entitled to come on from reappearance. Neither start has been devoid of promise but she'll need a good step forward to take this.
2	2 (2) (150/1 -50%) Dee's Honey		150 150/1(-50%)																															(2) Dee's Honey 150/1, Showed more than on debut albeit comfortably held in a maiden at Ffos Las last time; all to prove for now. Poor form in her two turf runs (around 7f) in the second half of 2025; hard to recommend.
5	5 (5) (150/1 -50%) Lihou Lady		150 150/1(-50%)																															(5) Lihou Lady 150/1, Similar moderate form to debut beaten 7 1/2l in a novice at Southwell last time; quite speedily-bred, seems to act on AW; yet to show much ability. Two Southwell runs have offered hope of better; handicaps more suitable after this.
10	10 (10) (400/1 -100%) Trade Marked		400 400/1(-100%)																															(10) Trade Marked 400/1, Yet to show any real signs of ability; returning from a break; bred for 8f+; type to do better when handicapping. Huge prices and finished tailed off in two runs last autumn (around 1m); no appeal.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

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LIKENESS ran well in a couple of nurseries at Newcastle in the autumn and this may be the opportunity that George Boughey's filly has been waiting for to get off the mark. Baandee has the advantage of course form, having finished runner-up on both starts here last year, and she commands plenty of respect. Denver Doll was turned over at odds-on at this venue last month, but is entitled to have more to come.

Likeness should go well but FORBIDDEN COLOURS looked a filly with a bright future when fourth in a strong Newmarket maiden.

18:00 Chelmsford City (Class 4) 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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18:15 Newcastle (Class 6) 5f - 6 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
6	6 (6) (2/1 +43%) Contorno		2 2/1(+43%)																															(6) Contorno 2/1, Every chance, ran to form when fourth beaten 2l off 57 last time, same mark here; suited by 5f, acts on AW; consistent and more to come back here. Justified support on C&D comeback in January; below that level off 4lb higher mark latest.
3	3 (3) (4/1 -20%) Mademoiselle Belle		4 4/1(-20%)																															(3) Mademoiselle Belle 4/1, Raced lazily early but helped by cheekpieces when landing a handicap by 1 1/2l off a 4lb lower mark here last time; suited by 5/6f, acts on good, soft and AW; running well but attitude starting to cause concern. Race panned out perfectly in first-time cheekpieces over C&D latest; 4lb rise demands more.
4	4 (4) (4/1 -14%) Enter Sandman		4 4/1(-14%)																															(4) Enter Sandman 4/1, Pulled very hard off a break in a visor when fourth beaten 6l in a handicap at Lingfield latest; cheekpieces first time; trainer in form; effective 5/6f, suited by sound surface; needs to settle. Evidently felt capable off this mark; cheekpieces replace a visor and a tongue-tie goes on.
2	2 (2) (6/1 -9%) Mystical Land		6 6/1(-9%)																															(2) Mystical Land 6/1, Made too much use of beaten 6 1/2l in a handicap here last time; in good form prior; effective 5/6f, acts on good and AW; consistent. Said to have pulled too hard when a beaten favourite latest; this mark is within range.
5	5 (5) (13/2 +35%) Mister Moet		6.5 13/2(+35%)																															(5) Mister Moet 13/2, Didn't get home off fast pace at Lingfield latest; suited by 6f, acts on good to soft, good to firm and AW; not the most convincing in a finish. Exposed gelding who's done most racing over 6f; found a weak Lingfield handicap last month.
1	1 (1) (8/1 -100%) Havana Jag		8 8/1(-100%)																															(1) Havana Jag 8/1, Blinkered, just overwhelmed late after made plenty of use of when beaten 1 1/4l off a 1lb higher mark at Lingfield last time; effective 5/6f, acts on good to firm and AW; go well again. Consistent maiden who's had plenty of chances; needs more to make it ninth time lucky.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

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MADEMOISELLE BELLE was turned out quickly when scoring over C&D on her latest outing, having blown the start just four days earlier, and a 4lb rise doesn't appear likely to stop her from backing that effort up. Contorno won here two starts ago and he is capable of being in the mix. Others to consider are Mystical Land and Havana Jag.

Mystical Land can do better if more amenable but ENTER SANDMAN is given another chance in the hope he settles in cheekpieces.

18:15 Newcastle (Class 6) 5f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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18:30 Chelmsford City (Class 6) 7f - 12 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
1	1 (1) (3/1 +81%) Black Tango		3 3/1(+81%)																															(1) Black Tango 3/1, Probably given too much to do ridden with more restraint when comfortably held in a handicap at Wolverhampton last time; gets 7f, possibly not 8f, acts on AW; minor promise and may rate more highly yet. Needs to rebound from a lacklustre effort at Wolverhampton last month; gelded since.
6	6 (6) (3/1 -33%) Oh So Perfect		3 3/1(-33%)																															(6) Oh So Perfect 3/1, Step up in trip suited and enjoyed making it when landing a handicap by 1 1/2l off a 7lb lower mark here last time; suited by 6/7f, acts on good, good to firm and AW, best form when near the front; more to come. Made all over C&D last month, beating a rival who has won two since; 7lb rise demands more.
8	8 (8) (5/1 +29%) Frankali		5 5/1(+29%)																															(8) Frankali 5/1, Ran about to form, made quite a lot of use of beaten 3l off this mark at Kempton last time; trainer in form; effective 7f, acts on AW; looks to have found level. Three fair runs in 7f handicaps this year; each-way claims once again.
4	4 (4) (11/2 -38%) Giles Glory		5.5 11/2(-38%)																															(4) Giles Glory 11/2, Head still quite high but better in reapplied visor when fourth at Kempton latest; suited by 7f, stays 1m, acts on a sound surface, goes best in visor; unreliable but competitive mark. Not kicked on from his Lingfield win in January (7f); still holds each-way claims.
5	5 (5) (8/1 -23%) Grand Echo		8 8/1(-23%)																															(5) Grand Echo 8/1, Suited by return to 7f when beaten a neck off a 1lb lower mark at Kempton last time; wide draw; effective 5-7f, acts on AW; can go well. 0-9 but latest Kempton second (7f) was an improved effort; decent chance if backing it up.
3	3 (3) (8/1 -33%) Electrocution		8 8/1(-33%)																															(3) Electrocution 8/1, Game and ran to form when third beaten 1/2l off 55 last time, same mark here; wide draw; effective 7f, acts on AW; in good form, mark getting tougher. Progressive at 7f this year; drawn widest but may not have finished improving just yet.
10	10 (10) (10/1 -25%) Trucial Pearl		10 10/1(-25%)																															(10) Trucial Pearl 10/1, Too much to do and probably bit better than bare form when beaten 4l off a 1lb higher mark at Wolverhampton last time; visor first time; effective 6f, may get further, acts on fast ground and AW; better than latest run and workable mark. Keeping-on fourth in two 6f handicaps this year; new trip/headgear could give her a lift.
12	12 (12) (11/1 +50%) Y Y Star		11 11/1(+50%)																															(12) Y Y Star 11/1, Poor run up in trip, not staying when well beaten in a maiden at Kempton latest; visor first time; wide draw; sprint-bred; could do better now handicapping. Poor form in 3 runs this year but backed on debut; likely improver handicapping in a visor.
9	9 (9) (12/1 +45%) Warm Waters		12 12/1(+45%)																															(9) Warm Waters 12/1, Outclassed by first two but probably ran to form when 14l third in a maiden at Wolverhampton most recent run; stays 7f, acts on AW; moderate but now handicapping. Possible improver now handicapping at a modest level but such progress is a must.
2	2 (2) (18/1 -13%) She's Crafty		18 18/1(-13%)																															(2) She's Crafty 18/1, Didn't stay when beaten 8l in a nursery at Wolverhampton last time; off a short-break; effective 5-7f acts on good to soft and AW; has lost form and now down in trip. One AW run as a 2yo that gives her good claims now starting off for new yard; inconsistent.
7	7 (7) (22/1 +0%) Starakova		22 22/1(+0%)																															(7) Starakova 22/1, No-show from off the pace beaten 9l in a nursery at Southwell last time; effective 5f, yet to convince with stamina for further; hard to fancy. Modest form in five sprint runs as a 2yo; up in trip now back from 170 days off.
11	11 (11) (100/1 +0%) Lady Birgma		100 100/1(+0%)																															(11) Lady Birgma 100/1, Poor effort down the field in a handicap at Kempton most recent; effective 7f, acts on AW; has regressed. Unplaced in seven starts, failing to improve for a switch to handicaps; hard to fancy.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

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Oh So Perfect belatedly broke her maiden over C&D and although a 7lb rise will ask sterner questions, she's drawn well and can attempt to make all once again. However, preference is for GRAND ECHO, who showed plenty of sparkle at Kempton recently. Mark Usher's charge had been edging down the handicap for some time so if in a similar mood, he ought to go close. Electrocution is also noted.

Oh So Perfect and Electrocution are feared but Y Y STAR appeals as a potential improver now handicapping in a visor.

18:30 Chelmsford City (Class 6) 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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18:45 Newcastle (Class 4) 6f - 11 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
2	2 (2) (7/2 +71%) Cajetan		3.5 7/2(+71%)																															(2) Cajetan 7/2, Never in it from off the pace beaten 5 1/4l in a handicap at Southwell last time; effective at 6f on good and AW; back below last win mark. Third on stable debut at Wolverhampton last month but below that form at Southwell since..
4	4 (4) (4/1 -33%) Irish Nectar		4 4/1(-33%)																															(4) Irish Nectar 4/1, Blinkers back on, gaps came too late, finished fast and unlucky beaten a head off a 3lb lower mark at Kempton last time; suited by 6f, acts on soft, good and AW; blinkers looked key off a short break last time. Best run for his current stable when beaten by a head at Kempton last month..
6	6 (6) (5/1 -25%) Beale Street		5 5/1(-25%)																															(6) Beale Street 5/1, Back to best on second run after a break when beaten a head off a 1lb lower mark here last time; top course jockey; suited by 6f on a sound surface; can go well. Hinted that his turn was near when beaten a head over C&D last month..
10	10 (10) (6/1 +33%) Fan Mail		6 6/1(+33%)																															(10) Fan Mail 6/1, Bit below form when beaten 4l off a 2lb higher mark here last time; suited by 6f, acts on AW; remains competitively weighted. Slipping down the handicap and only 1lb higher than when last successful..
3	3 (3) (7/1 +22%) Raatea		7 7/1(+22%)																															(3) Raatea 7/1, Ran to form beaten 3 1/2l off this mark here last time; best at 6f, acts on soft, good and AW; found some consistency of late. Has two wins over C&D and has been placed here on his two starts this year..
11	11 (11) (8/1 +6%) Novak		8 8/1(+6%)																															(11) Novak 8/1, Best work late down in trip beaten 1 1/4l off a 1lb lower mark here last time; effective 6/7f, acts on sound surface; down to a good mark and can go well again. On a nine-race losing run but is on a mark he can win off when things drop right..
9	9 (9) (8/1 +11%) The Green Man		8 8/1(+11%)																															(9) The Green Man 8/1, Again below form when sixth beaten 3 1/2l off 73 last time, 1lb lower here; effective 6-8f, acts on any; bounce back needed. 4lb higher than when last successful but hasn't been beaten far recently..
1	1 (1) (9/1 +10%) Almarada Prince		9 9/1(+10%)																															(1) Almarada Prince 9/1, Ran to form beaten 1 1/2l off a 2lb lower mark at Kempton last time; suited by 5/6f, acts on any; consistent if running below best of late. All four wins when trained by Craig Lidster; left Ivan Furtado for 18,000gns last October..
8	8 (8) (9/1 +10%) Juan Les Pins		9 9/1(+10%)																															(8) Juan Les Pins 9/1, Never in it from off the pace down the field in a handicap here most recent; suited by 5/6f on sound surface; capable off reduced mark but losing run a worry. Needs things to drop right and has not been in the best of form recently..
5	5 (5) (11/1 -10%) Fortamour		11 11/1(-10%)																															(5) Fortamour 11/1, Ran to form off new mark beaten 4 1/4l in a handicap here last time; in good form prior; suited by 6f, acts on any; considered again. Wonderful servant to the yard with 11 wins, four of them coming at this track..
7	7 (7) (33/1 +0%) Emperor Caradoc		33 33/1(+0%)																															(7) Emperor Caradoc 33/1, Lacked pace when down the field in a handicap at Pontefract most recent; effective 5/6f, acts on any; still on a workable mark if ready to roll. All five wins have been on turf and has yet to fire in four starts on AW..

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

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IRISH NECTAR's best recent form has come in blinkers and the five-year-old went close with that headgear reapplied at Kempton last time. Despite the handicapper giving him a 3lb rise, it wouldn't be a surprise if he went one better. Raatea commands plenty of respect based on his recent form and must enter calculations along with Beale Street and Novak.

A tight contest but three-time C&D winner BEALE STREET should go close after his narrow defeat last time, as should Irish Nectar.

18:45 Newcastle (Class 4) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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19:00 Chelmsford City (Class 5) 8f - 7 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
6	6 (6) (10/11 +48%) Shebara		0.909091 10/11(+48%)																															(6) Shebara 10/11, Ran to debut form when 2l third in a novice at Southwell most recent run; trainer in form; off a short-break; effective at 8f on AW; should improve. Two solid efforts on AW 80 days apart; the obvious threat to Tamashal.
2	2 (2) (6/5 +31%) Tamashal		1.2 6/5(+31%)																															(2) Tamashal 6/5, Benefited from uncontested lead and improved when second beaten 1 1/4l in a novice here latest; stays 8f, sound surfaces will suit action; ran well last time and a bit to come. Two promising course runs this year; open to further progress; leading claims.
7	7 (7) (11/1 -144%) Action Reaction		11 11/1(-144%)																															(7) Action Reaction 11/1, 12,500gns Masar filly; half-sister to Itsatenfromlen, smart at 6f as 2yo; dam very useful at 9f at 2yo; wide draw on debut makes things tricky. 12,500gns half-sister to Itsatenfromlen (winner in France/UAE; RPR 92); market to guide.
3	3 (3) (14/1 +22%) Tough Date		14 14/1(+22%)																															(3) Tough Date 14/1, £19,000 Gregorian gelding; half-brother to Hyperchromatic, very useful at 9f; worth a market check on debut. £19,000 half-brother to 7f/8.6f winner Hyperchromatic (RPR 91); worth a market check.
4	4 (4) (16/1 +52%) Wind Summer		16 16/1(+52%)																															(4) Wind Summer 16/1, Cheekpieces off but ran too badly to be true on handicap debut when well beaten in a handicap at Kempton latest; in good form prior; effective 7/8f, acts on AW; bounce back needed. Placed in two novices at Lingfield in December; poor run latest and needs a personal best.
9	9 (9) (20/1 -167%) Mystic Music		20 20/1(-167%)																															(9) Mystic Music 20/1, Waldgeist filly; half-sister to Cello, useful from 12f to 16f; dam smart at 7f; trainer in form but this one might be best watched on debut. Good middle-distance pedigree but she looks the stable second string tonight.
5	5 (5) (66/1 -100%) Lordsbridge Bay		66 66/1(-100%)																															(5) Lordsbridge Bay 66/1, Tired late up in trip beaten 5l in a novice at Southwell last time; speedily-bred, probably just gets 7f; stamina to prove. Some promise in two runs over shorter last month; needs more for the extra yardage.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

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Tamashal made a bold bid from the front over C&D a fortnight ago and should go close with any further improvement, but it looks best to side with SHEBARA. The daughter of Make Believe ran to a decent level on her debut before posting a similar effort at Southwell. She'll be tough to beat with a reproduction, but that's only if stable companion Mystic Music and the George Boughey-trained Action Reaction aren't above average themselves.

The two with the most persuasive claims are TAMASHAL and Shebara. The former has shaped well in two course runs and is preferred.

19:00 Chelmsford City (Class 5) 8f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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19:15 Newcastle (Class 4) 6f - 10 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
5	5 (5) (9/4 +55%) Grant Wood		2.25 9/4(+55%)																															(5) Grant Wood 9/4, Best work late, ran to form when landing a handicap by a head off a 2lb lower mark here last time; usually held up; effective 6f, acts on a sound surface; can go well again after small rise. Broke a losing run going back to 2024 when winning over C&D last month..
3	3 (3) (3/1 +54%) Aisling Oscar		3 3/1(+54%)																															(3) Aisling Oscar 3/1, Too keen but just about to form down in trip here latest; trainer in form; effective 7-9f, acts on good and AW; enjoyed a remarkable run winning eight in a row, new mark leaves him vulnerable. Completed a remarkable eight-timer over 7f-1m at Southwell last month; down to 6f..
10	10 (10) (9/2 +44%) Judgment Call		4.5 9/2(+44%)																															(10) Judgment Call 9/2, Ran to form dropped in trip when landing a handicap by 3/4l off a 4lb lower mark at Southwell last time; enjoys making it; effective at 6/7f, acts on soft, good to firm and AW; can go well if turned out quickly under penalty. Has been kept busy since winning over C&D off a 2lb lower mark in December; won on Tuesday.
4	4 (4) (13/2 -86%) Trilby		6.5 13/2(-86%)																															(4) Trilby 13/2, Ran to form beaten 1 1/2l off a 1lb higher mark at Doncaster last time; returning from a break; effective 5/6f, acts on any, but better with some give; mark competitive back from break. Has done all of his winning on turf but effective over C&D; returns from five months off.
7	7 (7) (8/1 +11%) Ziggy's Condor		8 8/1(+11%)																															(7) Ziggy's Condor 8/1, Below form again when seventh beaten 5 1/4l off 75 last time, 1lb lower here; top course trainer; effective 6/7f, acts on sound surface; bounce back needed. Scored over C&D in January off a 1lb lower mark; not so good in two runs since..
2	2 (2) (9/1 +36%) Jenever		9 9/1(+36%)																															(2) Jenever 9/1, Again below form, needed run when beaten 6l in a handicap at Southwell last time; effective 5/6f, acts on good to soft, good to firm and AW; bounce back needed. Has a course win over 5f but has never won off such a high mark..
11	11 (11) (14/1 +13%) Federal Envoy		14 14/1(+13%)																															(11) Federal Envoy 14/1, Below form when beaten 9l in a handicap at Southwell last time; effective 7f, best form so far on AW; bounce back needed. Normally runs at Southwell where has gained all three of his wins..
6	6 (6) (16/1 -14%) Dorney Lake		16 16/1(-14%)																															(6) Dorney Lake 16/1, Never competitive when beaten 6 1/2l in a handicap here last time; effective 6/7f, acts on good to soft, good to firm and AW; mark keeps easing and worth a rise in trip. All four wins have been on turf; yet to fire in four runs for current yard..
8	8 (8) (25/1 -108%) Havana Prince		25 25/1(-108%)																															(8) Havana Prince 25/1, Not best of runs beaten 4l in a handicap at Catterick last time; enjoys making it; returning from a break; effective 7/8f, acts on sound surface and AW; mark fair still. Gained a C&D success in 2023 but has generally been campaigned over further since..
9	9 (9) (25/1 -14%) Kings Merchant		25 25/1(-14%)																															(9) Kings Merchant 25/1, Bit keen and didn't get home down the field in a handicap here most recent; suited by 6f, acts on good to soft, good to firm and AW; chance at best. Hasn't been seen since finishing last of 11 here (7f) in September..

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

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Trilby is used to keeping better company and the betting could guide as to what is expected from him following a 138-day absence, similarly William Dewhirst, who was last seen finishing half-a-length second in this 12 months ago. Aisling Oscar isn't dismissed dropped in both trip and class, but GRANT WOOD edges the vote. Paul Midgley's gelding was a game track-and-trip winner recently and should go close off a 2lb higher mark if arriving in the same mood.

This looks a nice opportunity for GRANT WOOD to record back-to-back C&D wins. Ziggy's Condor is the main danger.

19:15 Newcastle (Class 4) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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19:30 Chelmsford City (Class 4) 8f - 7 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
1	1 (1) (10/3 +26%) Madame De Sevigne		3.333333 10/3(+26%)																															(1) Madame De Sevigne 10/3, Below form dropped in trip beaten 5l in a handicap at Southwell last time; effective 7/8f, acts on soft, good to firm and AW; step back up in trip a plus. Effective over C&D; needs to step up on last month's stable debut but it is possible.
2	2 (2) (7/2 +42%) Commander Of Life		3.5 7/2(+42%)																															(2) Commander Of Life 7/2, Down in trip but ran to form beaten 2l off a 1lb higher mark at Southwell last time; effective 7-10f on sound surface; can go well again back up in trip. Two course wins over shorter; arrives in good form but others perhaps better treated.
6	6 (6) (5/1 -67%) Moonjid		5 5/1(-67%)																															(6) Moonjid 5/1, Back to novice best landing a handicap by a neck off a 5lb lower mark at Nottingham last time; returning from a break; wide draw; suited by 8/9f and a sound surface; has potential to be fair bit better than mark still. Ended 2025 with a good win at Nottingham (front two clear); can progress further this year.
7	7 (7) (5/1 -43%) Signcastle City		5 5/1(-43%)																															(7) Signcastle City 5/1, Plenty went wrong, below form when fifth beaten 5 1/4l off 74 last time, same mark here; effective 7/8f, acts on soft, good to firm and AW; can go well if getting breaks this time. Mitigating factors last time and earlier 7f win was a fine effort; place claims at least.
5	5 (5) (11/2 +54%) Uniting		5.5 11/2(+54%)																															(5) Uniting 11/2, Stopped quickly, below form beaten 8 1/4l in a handicap at Wolverhampton last time; trainer in form; effective 7/8f, acts on good and AW; bounce back needed. Two wins last November; quiet on last two starts but capable of bouncing back.
4	4 (4) (11/2 +31%) Lexington Jet		5.5 11/2(+31%)																															(4) Lexington Jet 11/2, Too keen and below form seventh beaten 6l off 77 last time, same mark here; top course jockey; effective 7/8f, best on AW; bounce back needed. Made all for 2 C&D wins in January; held at Lingfield last month; this track more suitable.
8	8 (8) (13/2 +35%) Giant		6.5 13/2(+35%)																															(8) Giant 13/2, Below form dropped in trip when beaten 7l in a handicap here last time; trainer in form; off a short-break; effective 6-8f, suited by AW; mark easing but needs more even back up in trip. C&D winner off this mark last summer; removal of headgear looks a positive; revival likely.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

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It might be worth forgiving LEXINGTON JET's lacklustre Lingfield effort given he notched up a C&D brace in January. That latest performance did suggest the handicapper had regained an element of control, but the booking of Rossa Ryan hints that connections think otherwise. Returning Nottingham scorer Moonjid merits respect, as does Commander Of Life, who has held his form well since winning here in October.

Lexington Jet and Moonjid are respected but GIANT could rediscover his best with headgear discarded.

19:30 Chelmsford City (Class 4) 8f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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19:45 Newcastle (Class 6) 5f - 9 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
4	4 (4) (11/4 +8%) Captain Kinsella		2.75 11/4(+8%)																															(4) Captain Kinsella 11/4, Again below 2025 form when beaten 4l in a handicap at Kempton last time; wide draw; suited by 5f, acts on a sound surface; has lost form and now drops in grade. Plenty of zip from a wide stall over 6f latest; this is his first foray into 0-50 company.
6	6 (6) (4/1 -14%) Kipp Kelly		4 4/1(-14%)																															(6) Kipp Kelly 4/1, Ran to form back up in grade when beaten 4 1/2l in a handicap at Southwell last time; effective 5f, suited by AW; drop in grade might help. Again didn't look to see out 6f latest; plenty of near-misses but will rightly be popular.
5	5 (5) (5/1 +23%) Desert Master		5 5/1(+23%)																															(5) Desert Master 5/1, Ran to form when fourth beaten 4l in a classified race here latest; suited by 5f, acts on a sound surface; not ruled out. Not as good now and has a bit to find on these terms but does at least arrive in form.
9	9 (9) (6/1 +0%) Wee Mary		6 6/1(+0%)																															(9) Wee Mary 6/1, Ran to form when beaten 4 1/4l in a handicap here last time; top course jockey; suited by 5f, acts on good to soft, good to firm and AW; inconsistent. Finally off the mark in a similar race over C&D in January; needs to bounce back.
1	1 (1) (13/2 +35%) A Lady Forever		6.5 13/2(+35%)																															(1) A Lady Forever 13/2, Again ran to a poor level when beaten 6 1/4l in a classified race here last time; visor first time; effective 5f, best at 6f, suited by sound surface; up against it. Worst in at tonight's weights; the first-time visor will need to have a positive impact.
2	2 (2) (7/1 +30%) Auntie Jo		7 7/1(+30%)																															(2) Auntie Jo 7/1, Should have done better when beaten 4 1/2l in a classified race at Wolverhampton last time; visor first time; suited by 5/6f, acts on good and AW; frustrating maiden, needs more. Didn't see out 6f from a wide stall at Wolverhampton last time and is one to consider.
7	7 (7) (7/1 -40%) Sir Benedict		7 7/1(-40%)																															(7) Sir Benedict 7/1, Bit keen, well below form, eased late when beaten 6l in a classified race at Southwell last time; best at 5f, acts on soft, good and AW; veteran who needs pace collapse. Not much luck of late; new yard has been among the winners and goes on the shortlist.
8	8 (8) (9/1 +44%) Stroxx		9 9/1(+44%)																															(8) Stroxx 9/1, Didn't find for pressure when beaten 5l in a classified race here last time; wide draw; effective 5/6f, wants a sound surface; needs more even at this level. Knocking on and been patchy since returning from a break; others are more likely.
3	3 (3) (100/1 -100%) Blue Dandy		100 100/1(-100%)																															(3) Blue Dandy 100/1, Ran to previous level when beaten 9 1/2l in a novice at Wolverhampton last time; off a long absence; bit to prove even at this level. Absent since three poor efforts for James Tate as a 2yo; would want to see good support.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

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Hard to be too confident about any of these, but DESERT MASTER does bring winning C&D form to the table and recent efforts suggest that he will be bang there again. Kipp Kelly won and placed in similar races to this at Wolverhampton last month and can better his latest Southwell performance, while the first-time-visored Auntie Jo also holds claims.

Free-going front-runner CAPTAIN KINSELLA (nap) has plenty in his favour, coming down in class and trip. Sir Benedict is next best.

19:45 Newcastle (Class 6) 5f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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20:00 Chelmsford City (Class 4) 8f - 7 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
1	1 (1) (1/1 +47%) Shafdar		1 1/1(+47%)																															(1) Shafdar 1/1, Outclassed rivals when winning weak maiden going away here by 6l last time; trainer in form; wide draw; effective 7/8f, acts on heavy and AW; capable of rating more highly now handicapping. Fast-finishing 3rd on stable debut before easy C&D win last month; brings some potential.
6	6 (6) (9/4 +55%) Tonal		2.25 9/4(+55%)																															(6) Tonal 9/4, Ran to form when third beaten 2 1/4l off 74 last time, same mark here; trainer in form; effective 7-9f, acts on good and AW; can go well again. Had a good winter but the absence of cheekpieces doesn't look ideal this time.
5	5 (5) (7/1 +13%) Studious		7 7/1(+13%)																															(5) Studious 7/1, Ran to form beaten a length off this mark at Southwell last time; effective 7/8f, form largely on AW; can be competitive again. Good runs in defeat since winning at Newcastle in November; should remain competitive.
2	2 (2) (11/1 -10%) Echalar		11 11/1(-10%)																															(2) Echalar 11/1, Never in it from off the pace 11th beaten 10l off 80 last time, 1lb lower here; trainer in form; effective at 7/8f, acts on soft and AW; only just above last win mark. Low-key stable debut three weeks ago; stable may hold stronger claims elsewhere.
4	4 (4) (12/1 -336%) Oceans Five		12 12/1(-336%)																															(4) Oceans Five 12/1, Run of race, ran to form when a length third in a novice at Wolverhampton most recent run; off a short-break; effective 7/8f, acts on AW; maybe more to come now handicapping. Two good AW runs after a long absence; makes his handicap debut at a realistic level.
7	7 (7) (16/1 -33%) Desert Heart		16 16/1(-33%)																															(7) Desert Heart 16/1, Didn't stay when down the field in a handicap at Kempton most recent; effective 7-10f, acts on sound surface; could play a leading role dropped to 8f. Unplaced in three handicap runs; back down in trip with a point to prove.
3	3 (3) (20/1 -25%) Bubbles Wonky		20 20/1(-25%)																															(3) Bubbles Wonky 20/1, Again below form over 10f when beaten 6 1/2l in a handicap at Lingfield last time; effective 7-10f, acts on any; drop in trip a plus. Two turf wins for T Easterby; down the field in two runs for new yard this year.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

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A competitive enough event, but SHAFDAR is taken to defy the burden of top weight. He built on a pleasing stable debut for Ian Williams when hacking up in a C&D maiden last month and this opening mark of 80 could underestimate his level of ability. Like the selection, Oceans Five goes handicapping for the first time and should make his presence felt, while Studious and Tonal can run their usual honest races.

Studious should go well but SHAFDAR has shaped well in both runs for Ian Williams and he can defy top weight on his handicap debut.

20:00 Chelmsford City (Class 4) 8f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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20:15 Newcastle (Class 6) 7f - 11 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
11	11 (11) (3/1 +54%) Pit Boss		3 3/1(+54%)																															(11) Pit Boss 3/1, Best work late down in trip third beaten 2l off 58 last time, same mark here; usually held up; effective at 6/7f, acts on good to soft, good to firm and AW; in form and can go well again. 6f course win last month and placed all three runs since, including C&D; should figure.
9	9 (9) (7/2 +53%) Concert Boy		3.5 7/2(+53%)																															(9) Concert Boy 7/2, Never in it after a slow start beaten 4l off this mark at Wolverhampton last time; effective 7/8f, suited by AW; back at favoured venue and should go well. Two course wins in late 2025 but recent efforts no more than respectable, including Monday.
1	1 (1) (4/1 +43%) Phoenix Of Dreams		4 4/1(+43%)																															(1) Phoenix Of Dreams 4/1, Ran to form, best work late up in trip beaten 3l off a 1lb higher mark at Southwell last time; wide draw; effective 6/7f, acts on soft, good and AW; inconsistent but capable. Recent efforts respectable but more needed to win this.
6	6 (6) (9/2 -13%) Ey Up He's A Star		4.5 9/2(-13%)																															(6) Ey Up He's A Star 9/2, Yard won this last year; closing at finish, ran to form when 7l third in a handicap here most recent run; suited by 7f, probably acts on soft, good and AW; another good run seems likely. C&D success last autumn and respected back from break for last year's winning yard.
10	10 (10) (9/2 +25%) Operation Gimcrack		4.5 9/2(+25%)																															(10) Operation Gimcrack 9/2, Ran to form landing a handicap by 3/4l off a 2lb lower mark here last time; top course jockey; effective 7f, acts on good to soft, good to firm and AW; taken just a small rise and can again go well. Got up late over C&D last month and the form has been franked; respected up 2lb.
5	5 (5) (7/1 -8%) Front Gunner		7 7/1(-8%)																															(5) Front Gunner 7/1, Found little, below form beaten 8l in a handicap here last time; visor first time; enjoys making it; suited by 7f, acts on a sound surface; this C&D suits but needs to bounce back. Disappointed latest but C&D second to Flowstate prior to that is good form; visor added.
8	8 (8) (8/1 -33%) Pallas Lord		8 8/1(-33%)																															(8) Pallas Lord 8/1, Back to best when landing a handicap by a neck off a 2lb lower mark here last time; effective 7/8f, better on AW; chance again after a small rise. Tenth course success when scoring by a neck 16 days ago and only 2lb higher now.
2	2 (2) (10/1 +70%) Finn Ironside		10 10/1(+70%)																															(2) Finn Ironside 10/1, Never in it from off the pace when beaten 9 1/4l in a handicap at Southwell last time; wide draw; effective 7/8f, acts on good to soft, good to firm and AW; poor of late. Well treated but struggled this winter; best watched unless betting hints otherwise.
4	4 (4) (33/1 -83%) Ravenscraig Castle		33 33/1(-83%)																															(4) Ravenscraig Castle 33/1, Ran to form, just flattening out after series of errors beaten 7l in a handicap hurdle at Musselburgh last time; wide draw; weak finisher with poor strike-rate; hard to fancy back on the Flat. More than capable off this mark but his losing run on the Flat dates back to 2021.
3	3 (3) (33/1 -18%) Saisons D'or		33 33/1(-18%)																															(3) Saisons D'or 33/1, Again below form beaten 4 1/2l in a handicap at Southwell last time; effective 7/8f, acts on good to soft, good to firm and AW; hasn't beaten a rival in two starts this season. Veteran; might have needed two comeback runs last month; back on a winning mark.
7	7 (7) (66/1 -200%) Siviez		66 66/1(-200%)																															(7) Siviez 66/1, Best run so far when 5 1/4l third in a novice at Redcar most recent run; effective 8f on fast ground; hard to evaluate, mark demands more. Barely modest form in three starts last year; watching brief advised on handicap debut.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

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OPERATION GIMCRACK has won two of his three starts since the turn of the year, including over C&D last time, and he could strike again, despite a 2lb higher mark. Pallas Lord won on the same card, also over track and trip, and a 2lb rise for him looks fair. Phoenix Of Dreams, Call Glory and Pit Boss are others to note.

An open finale in which the vote goes to OPERATION GIMCRACK, who picked up well to lead late over C&D last time and is only 2lb higher.

20:15 Newcastle (Class 6) 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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20:30 Chelmsford City (Class 5) 8f - 5 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
2	2 (2) (8/13 +32%) Warning Symbol		0.615385 8/13(+32%)																															(2) Warning Symbol 8/13, Head a little high without cheekpieces and didn't do much in front, still to form when landing a handicap by a neck off a 3lb lower mark at Kempton last time; effective 7/8f on AW; more to come. Well backed when winning at Kempton on his handicap debut last month (1m); strong claims.
1	1 (1) (11/4 -10%) Shafi		2.75 11/4(-10%)																															(1) Shafi 11/4, Touch keen off a break but to form when 2l third in a novice at Southwell most recent run; effective at 7f, acts on AW; entitled to come on from reappearance run now handicapping. Three 7f novice runs at Southwell have yielded a win and two 3rds; longer trip should suit.
3	3 (3) (5/1 +23%) Tewkesbury		5 5/1(+23%)																															(3) Tewkesbury 5/1, Travelled best, didn't quite stay made plenty of use of when fourth beaten 10l in a novice at Wolverhampton latest; trainer in form; effective at 8/9f, acts on AW; still open to improvement now handicapping. Hooded all starts but still inclined to over-race; must settle better to fulfil potential.
4	4 (4) (12/1 -33%) Just A Gambler		12 12/1(-33%)																															(4) Just A Gambler 12/1, Looked awkward under pressure, didn't see race out beaten 4l in a novice at Bath last time; effective at 8f on good to soft; could do better having been gelded and now handicapping. Two encouraging turf runs as a 2yo; gelded prior to his seasonal/handicap debut.
5	5 (5) (28/1 -75%) White Deer		28 28/1(-75%)																															(5) White Deer 28/1, Tired badly in first-time tongue-tie when down the field in a novice at Kempton most recent; top course trainer; returning from a break; might do better now handicapping. Easy to excuse December's stable debut; likely improver now handicapping after gelding op.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

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WARNING SYMBOL returned from six months off and following a gelding operation to make a successful handicap debut over this trip at Kempton. He could improve again for the refitting of cheekpieces (worn when third over 7f here two starts ago) and gets the vote to defy a 3lb rise. Shafi is rated just 1lb higher on his handicap bow and should be competitive, while Tewkesbury has a chance on his first couple of efforts.

Some unknown quantities on show but WARNING SYMBOL (nap) is hardly exposed himself and he can follow up last month's Kempton win.

20:30 Chelmsford City (Class 5) 8f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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Racecard Key

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	Ran similar race before
S	TomForm fatstest rated speed horse, last time out
T	Top Time speeed rated
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How to use Tomform

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

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