Chelmsford-City Races & Results Tomform Thursday 16th January 2025
There were 37 Races on Thursday 16th January 2025 across 5 meetings. There was 8 races at Newcastle, 7 races at Fairyhouse, 7 races at Ludlow, 7 races at Wincanton, 8 races at Chelmsford-City, no doubt Tomform helped you find a winner.
Races & Results Thursday 16th January 2025
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(5) Easily Convinced 2/5, Kodi Bear gelding who knew his job and showed a good attitude when third of 13 in novice at Kempton (7f) on debut 8 days ago, headed final 100 yds and keeping on. Looks capable of building on that and he's one for the shortlist. Promising third in Kempton event last week, faring best of the newcomers; leading claims.
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(7) (6/1 +40%) Sonic Si
6
6/1(+40%)
(7) Sonic Si 6/1, Fair gelding. Remains a maiden after 7 Flat runs. Fifth of 7 in nursery at Southwell (6.1f, 11/1) 18 days ago. In the mix for all he may be vulnerable to less exposed types. The most exposed contender and is a doubtful stayer upped further in trip.
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(9) (8/1 -7%) Dance Recital
8
8/1(-7%)
(9) Dance Recital 8/1, Soldier's Call filly who was sent off at long odds but offered something to work on nevertheless when fourth of 8 in novice at this course (8f) on debut 5 days ago, keeping on final 1f. Entitled to progress. Ran encouragingly under 7lb apprentice here last Saturday; Hollie Doyle takes over.
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(4) (12/1 -100%) Mullwarchar
12
12/1(-100%)
(4) Mullwarchar 12/1, Bred for longer trips but showed ability amidst greenness in pair of outings to date, fifth of 9 in maiden at Lingfield (8f, AW, 9/2) 13 days ago, running on. Drop back in trip doesn't look ideal on qualifying run and handicaps over 1¼m+ will be more his bag. Ran well last time despite a wide trip; may do better still and has possibilities.
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(6) (16/1 -45%) Rogue Officer
16
16/1(-45%)
(6) Rogue Officer 16/1, Twice-raced colt. Seventh of 12 in maiden (85/40) at Wolverhampton (7.2f) 31 days ago, hanging left and weakening final 1f. Looks one for handicaps moving forward. Has created his own problems in both starts; still has learning to do.
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(8) (16/1 -300%) Song Of Dubai
16
16/1(-300%)
(8) Song Of Dubai 16/1, Iffraaj filly. Sixth of 10 in maiden at Wolverhampton (7.2f, 5/1) on debut 10 days ago, needing stronger gallop. In good hands and she's very much the type to improve. Showed some promise at Wolverhampton last week; interesting with progress on the cards.
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(1) (20/1 -43%) Jungle Cruise
20
20/1(-43%)
(1) Jungle Cruise 20/1, Bungle Inthejungle gelding. 16/1, showed only a bit making a belated debut when fifth of 9 in novice at Southwell (7.1f) 27 days ago. Likely type for handicaps further down the line. Ran to a modest RPR last month on belated debut.
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(3) (50/1 -213%) Massimo Blue
50
50/1(-213%)
(3) Massimo Blue 50/1, Sent off at 50/1 but offered a bit to work on when fifth of 11 in novice at Kempton (6f) on debut 57 days ago, unable to sustain effort. May do better. Form of Kempton effort (not far behind subsequent winners) gives cause for optimism.
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(2) (50/1 -150%) Expert Elsa
50
50/1(-150%)
(2) Expert Elsa 50/1, Expert Eye filly who showed more than first time up ridden positively when third of 5 in novice at Wolverhampton (7.2f) 17 days ago. However, she'll need to step up again if she's to play a lead role here. 4yo filly who appears to have a tough task on these terms.
17:00 Chelmsford Maiden (Class 5) 7f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 5 race.
EASILY CONVINCED clearly knew his job when finishing third on debut at Kempton last week and the son of Kodi Bear is fancied to use the experience gained to shed the maiden tag. Mullwarchar may benefit from the return to 7f following his recent effort at Lingfield, while Song Of Dubai is capable of improvement having displayed signs of promise on her first outing at Wolverhampton.
EASILY CONVINCED's debut third at Kempton 8 days ago was an encouraging effort and with progress anticipated, Marco Botti's charge is fancied to make another bold bid here. Song of Dubai is another likely improver and rates next best ahead of Sonic Si and Dance Recital.
A few of the runners showed promise last week. EASILY CONVINCED is preferred ahead of Song Of Dubai and Dance Recital.
(6) One Horse Town 11/8, Twice-raced gelding. 13/8, pretty much matched debut form when third of 14 in maiden at Dundalk (7f) 50 days ago. Changed hands for 34,000 gns in December and he's of interest with Billy Loughnane in the plate. Showed ability in Dundalk maidens in November for Joseph O'Brien; major contender on form.
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(8) (15/8 +38%) Princess Pw
1.875
15/8(+38%)
(8) Princess Pw 15/8, Bright start when runner-up first 2 starts at Musselburgh/Wolverhampton late last year. Shade disappointing when fourth of 9 in maiden at Lingfield (8f, AW) 13 days ago but a player if bouncing back. Latest effort (1m) suggests this return to 7f may prove ideal; good chance on earlier form.
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(3) (3/1 -9%) Kev
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3/1(-9%)
(3) Kev 3/1, Land Force gelding who was seen to good effect but improved on his debut run nevertheless when second of 12 in maiden (10/1) at Wolverhampton (7.2f) 31 days ago, well positioned. Not out of things. Out of a 7f AW winner; close second upped to this trip at Wolverhampton last time; player.
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(2) (16/1 -45%) Kazakh
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16/1(-45%)
(2) Kazakh 16/1, Twice-raced gelding. Showed more than on debut when third of 10 in novice (17/2) at Lingfield (7f, AW) 16 days ago. Needs another run for a mark. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Placed at Lingfield on New Year's Eve but needs further progress to get off the mark.
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(5) (20/1 -67%) Blue Eclipse
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20/1(-67%)
(5) Blue Eclipse 20/1, Oasis Dream colt. 33/1, fifth of 9 in novice at Southwell (8.1f) on debut 56 days ago, weakening final 1f. Probably needs more time. May improve on Southwell effort with this drop in distance a possible plus.
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(4) (28/1 +15%) My Friend Charles
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28/1(+15%)
(4) My Friend Charles 28/1, Once-raced gelding. Showed only greenness when ninth of 12 in novice (66/1) at Wolverhampton (7.2f) on debut 20 days ago. Passed over. Failed to figure in 7f event at Wolverhampton.
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(1) (100/1 0%) Willow's Kiss
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100/1(0%)
(1) Willow's Kiss 100/1, 2,000 gns yearling, Twilight Son filly. Dam 7f/1m winner. Showed only greenness when last of 9 in a C&D novice on debut 6 in July and she's best watched conceding weight all round on the back of 6 months off. Failed to beat a rival in C&D contest last July.
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(7) (250/1 -279%) Scammer
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250/1(-279%)
(7) Scammer 250/1, Once-raced gelding. 200/1, last of 13 in novice at Kempton (8f) on debut 43 days ago, slowly into stride and never a threat. Failed to beat a rival at Kempton for an inauspicious debut.
17:30 Chelmsford Maiden (Class 5) 7f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 5 race.
One Horse Town commands plenty of respect on his first start for Harry Derham after reaching the frame twice at Dundalk in November. The vote, though, goes to KEV, who stepped forward from his debut when beaten a neck at Wolverhampton last month and a repeat of that performance would make him a tough nut to crack. Princess Pw and Kazakh are others worthy of consideration.
ONE HORSE TOWN holds good claims on the pick of his form in 2 starts for Joseph O'Brien and, starting out for another shrewd outfit, he could be the way to go with Billy Loughnane aboard. Princess Pw and Kev rate next best.
Being favoured by the weights, PRINCESS PW is worth another chance. Kev and One Horse Town are the other main form contenders.
(3) Star Pupil 1/2, 10/3 and blinkered for 1st time, creditable third of 8 in handicap at Lingfield (7f, AW) 13 days ago, running on. Player off a 1 lb lower mark with headgear again sported. Ran encouragingly with blinkers fitted last time; respected in the retained headgear.
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(2) (7/2 +50%) Capuchinero
3.5
7/2(+50%)
(2) Capuchinero 7/2, C&D winner. Tenth of 11 in handicap at Wolverhampton (9.5f, 33/1) 12 days ago. Back down in trip. Cheekpieces back on. Dropped to a handy mark if back on her A-game. Sole C&D winner in the field; good chance off current mark granted a return to form.
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(1) (17/2 -6%) Sonmarg
8.5
17/2(-6%)
(1) Sonmarg 17/2, Sixteen runs since last win in 2023. 16/1, sixth of 8 in handicap at Lingfield (7f, AW) 13 days ago. More is needed. May prove resurgent dropped to Class 6 off a reduced mark; third run for new yard.
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(4) (14/1 -65%) Gone Rogue
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14/1(-65%)
(4) Gone Rogue 14/1, Eleven runs since last win in 2023. First run since leaving Charlie Johnston when last of 11 in handicap at Lingfield (10f, AW, 16/1) 25 days ago. Back down in trip. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Possibilities provided he takes well to cheekpieces; second start for new stable.
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(5) (16/1 -191%) Go Wild
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16/1(-191%)
(5) Go Wild 16/1, Winner at Lingfield in September. 80/1, creditable third of 4 in handicap at Lingfield (7f, AW) 7 days ago, well positioned. In the mix. Belied her 80-1 odds at Lingfield last week, producing her best handicap effort.
18:00 Chelmsford Handicap (Class 6) 7f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 6 race.
STAR PUPIL produced his best effort for a while when finishing third at Lingfield at the start of the month. Richard Hughes' gelding was tried in blinkers for the first time on that occasion and this may be the time to strike if the headgear has the same effect. Sonmarg was running well off higher marks during the autumn and is capable of being in the mix, along with Capuchinero.
STAR PUPIL rates the pick of these weights so is taken to build on his recent Lingfield third and resume winning ways. Go Wild looks the one to give Richard Hughes' 4-y-o most to do ahead of Capuchinero.
Dropped back in grade with the blinkers retained, STAR PUPIL has particularly good claims. Capuchinero is second choice.
(1) Jesse Luc 8/11, 6/5, career best when cosily winning 7-runner minor event at this C&D 5 days ago. Expected to be bang there. Keeping busy switched to classified level this year; scored over C&D most recently.
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(4) (9/2 +55%) Lord Danielson
4.5
9/2(+55%)
(4) Lord Danielson 9/2, C&D winner. Winner here in January. Respectable fourth of 11 in handicap (5/1) at this C&D 5 days ago. Hood/cheekpieces back on and not ruled out. Won and fourth in C&D handicaps last week; faces a harder task on these terms.
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(6) (15/2 -25%) Tilsworth Ony Ta
7.5
15/2(-25%)
(6) Tilsworth Ony Ta 15/2, C&D winner. 9/2, creditable fifth of 11 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 17 days ago. In the picture. Just 2-28 on AW but he's in form and has possibilities on these terms.
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(7) (9/1 -227%) War Zone
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9/1(-227%)
(7) War Zone 9/1, Course winner. Winner here in October. 9/1, creditable second of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (5.1f) 31 days ago. Can go well again. Recent 5f form includes a course win; went close over 6f here last summer; respected.
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(5) (9/1 -13%) Sassy Redhead
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9/1(-13%)
(5) Sassy Redhead 9/1, C&D winner. 6/1, ninth of 10 in handicap at Lingfield (6f, AW) 25 days ago. Others appeal more. Good chance at the weights granted a resurgent display; four-time AW winner.
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(2) (20/1 -67%) Believe It
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20/1(-67%)
(2) Believe It 20/1, Respectable sixth of 12 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f, 16/1) 21 days ago. Needs considering. Sister to a 6f winner for her connections and looks interesting back at this trip.
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(3) (100/1 -203%) Jumira Bridge
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100/1(-203%)
(3) Jumira Bridge 100/1, 3-time C&D winner. Last of 11 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f, 33/1) 17 days ago so needs to get back on track. Veteran who is a multiple AW scorer but needs to stage a major revival.
18:30 Chelmsford Stakes (Class 6) 6f Race Class Flow
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Jesse Luc landed a similar C&D event last weekend but, although respected, he may struggle conceding weight to WAR ZONE. Chelsea Banham's charge was narrowly denied in a handicap at Wolverhampton last month, having been on target over 5f here in October, and looks to hold strong claims down into a classified event. Believe It has few miles on the clock and while she would need to improve, a drop in trip could aid her chance.
JESSE LUC looks the way to go on the back of his stylish recent C&D success. In-form course scorer War Zone is feared most with C&D winners Tilsworth Ony Ta and Lord Danielson also well worthy of consideration.
The suggestion is BELIEVE IT, who looks interesting with improvement plausible back at 6f. Jesse Luc is second choice.
(2) Target Man 11/8, Lightly-raced maiden. 15/2, good second of 9 in novice at Southwell (5f) 84 days ago. Break and a gelding operation could bring more out of him. Has shown clear signs that he's up to winning a race; gelded since last run; big player.
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(3) (6/4 +55%) Cressida Wildes
1.5
6/4(+55%)
(3) Cressida Wildes 6/4, Fairly useful filly. 20/1, fourth of 6 in nursery at Newcastle (5f) 54 days ago. Makes polytrack debut. Solid claims. Engaged 5.00 Kempton Wednesday. Fighting chance at the weights but she's the most exposed contender, being 0-8.
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(4) (3/1 +14%) Queenofdestruction
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3/1(+14%)
(4) Queenofdestruction 3/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Second of 7 in maiden at Wolverhampton (5.1f, evens) 12 days ago. May yet have more to offer. Disappointing the last twice but holds good claims granted a return to debut form.
19:00 Chelmsford Stakes (Class 5) 5f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 5 race.
Queenofdestruction had no obvious excuses when finishing second at Wolverhampton recently but it would be surprising if she wasn't thereabouts again, while a tendency to hang continues to affect Target Man. The form of MEGAPHONE's Newmarket debut effort has worked out extremely well and he made light work of his rivals at Kempton when returning last week. The son of Kodiac should progress further and he can concede weight all round to follow up.
CRESSIDA WILDES has the best chance at the weights and ran with credit in a nursery at Newcastle last time, so she could be the one to side with in a trappy event. Megaphone is of interest after opening his account recently and a case can be made for the other two.
This race could well concern the two Boughey runners. It's a tricky call but TARGET MAN may see off Megaphone in receipt of 7lb.
(8) Merrimack 2/1, 6/1, respectable fourth of 11 in handicap at Kempton (6f) 29 days ago. On a handy mark and deserves serious consideration in a thin race. 0-5 on AW but ran encouragingly the last twice; receives weight all round; possibilities.
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(3) (10/3 +39%) Angle Land
3.333333
10/3(+39%)
(3) Angle Land 10/3, C&D winner. Sixth of 8 in handicap (11/2) at this C&D 42 days ago. Form has been in and out lately but can't be completely dismissed. Below par last time but recent record suggests a rebound is plausible; mark is workable.
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(7) (9/2 -80%) Gogo Yubari
4.5
9/2(-80%)
(7) Gogo Yubari 9/2, Five wins from 16 runs last year. 7/2, creditable third of 8 in handicap at Lingfield (5f, AW) 13 days ago. Looks the one to beat. Ran creditably at Lingfield most recently and remains on last winning mark; respected.
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(2) (13/2 +54%) Blazes Boylan
6.5
13/2(+54%)
(2) Blazes Boylan 13/2, Lightly-raced winner. C&D winner. 33/1, last of 10 in handicap at this C&D 68 days ago. Needs to get back on track after a break. Has regressed in two handicaps but this drop in grade may prompt a turnaround.
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(6) (12/1 +25%) Antiphon
12
12/1(+25%)
(6) Antiphon 12/1, Course winner. Twelve runs since last win in 2024. 33/1, first run since leaving Gay Kelleway when last of 10 in handicap at Southwell (6.1f) 12 days ago. Others preferred. Failed to beat a rival on reappearance; it remains a long time since sole AW win.
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(5) (14/1 -40%) Bill Plumb
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14/1(-40%)
(5) Bill Plumb 14/1, Bit below form fourth of 11 in handicap at Kempton (6f, 11/2). Off 16 months. Plenty to prove on the back of a long absence, although market support would be significant. Absent since a 2023 campaign that featured three wins over 6f; now drops to 5f.
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(1) (16/1 -14%) Momaer
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16/1(-14%)
(1) Momaer 16/1, 8/1, first run since leaving Mark Loughnane when last of 7 in handicap at Lingfield (6f, AW) 25 days ago. Hard to make a solid case for on the back of that. Has shaped as if this drop to 5f is worth exploring; second run back from lengthy break.
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(4) (18/1 -200%) Rainyniteingeorgia
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18/1(-200%)
(4) Rainyniteingeorgia 18/1, Latest win at Lingfield in December. 10/1, sixth of 8 in handicap at Lingfield (5f, AW) 13 days ago, slowly away. Could get involved if the race is run to suit. Still needs to prove she's capable of winning away from Lingfield; first run here.
19:30 Chelmsford Handicap (Class 5) 5f Race Class Flow
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A few of these have something to prove and it looks best to side with MERRIMACK. The Stuart Williams-trained four-year-old has been running well in defeat recently and having weakened late on over 6f on his last two starts, a drop to the minimum trip might be key. Gogo Yubari made the frame at Lingfield last time out and holds obvious claims from an unchanged rating. Rainyniteingeorgia heads the remainder.
GOGO YUBARI is on a workable mark and confirmed that she's back in good order when third at Lingfield recently, so she's narrowly preferred to Merrimack, who fits a similar mould. Angle Land can get involved if she puts a sub-par effort behind her.
Nicely weighted MERRIMACK is taken to build on his December efforts and open his AW account. Gogo Yubari is feared most.
(5) Etretat 15/8, Course winner. Career best when winning 10-runner handicap (9/4) at Lingfield (10f, AW) 13 days ago, keeping on well. Major player. In-form 4yo who scored at Lingfield most recently; solid chance.
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(3) (2/1 +86%) Cephalus
2
2/1(+86%)
(3) Cephalus 2/1, Course winner. Four wins from 12 runs last year. Last of 12 in handicap at Kempton (7f, 28/1) 36 days ago. Significantly back up in trip and blinkers refitted. Needs to bounce back. Not in top form and again doesn't have his optimum trip.
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(7) (7/2 +42%) Switchel
3.5
7/2(+42%)
(7) Switchel 7/2, C&D winner in November. 16/5, creditable third of 11 in handicap at Southwell (11.1f) 28 days ago. Solid each-way claims off the same mark. Very consistent of late; respected back at the scene of her November win.
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(6) (10/1 -43%) Sonnerie Power
10
10/1(-43%)
(6) Sonnerie Power 10/1, Eighteen runs since last win in 2023. 15/2, eighth of 11 in handicap at Newcastle (10.2f) 15 days ago. Hood back on and first-time tongue strap enlisted. Opposable. Good chance off current mark, provided he's aided by tongue-tie and reapplied hood.
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(4) (11/1 +56%) Gordon Grey
11
11/1(+56%)
(4) Gordon Grey 11/1, Latest win at Epsom in July. 25/1, well-beaten ninth of 10 to Etretat in handicap at Lingfield (10f, AW) 13 days ago, doing too much too soon. Clearly has work to do. Dual turf winner who still looks unfavourably treated on AW.
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(2) (22/1 -100%) Warren Hill
22
22/1(-100%)
(2) Warren Hill 22/1, Latest win at Windsor in July. 5/1, eighth of 9 in handicap at Lingfield (10f, AW) 58 days ago. Likely to find one or two too good. Has failed to dazzle in two starts since returned to AW.
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(8) (50/1 -355%) Tiptoe
50
50/1(-355%)
(8) Tiptoe 50/1, Thrice-raced winner. 5/1, last of 5 in handicap at Wolverhampton (12.2f) when last seen 7 months ago. Others make more appeal. Thrice-raced filly; absent since July; market instructive.
20:00 Chelmsford Handicap (Class 4) 10f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 4 race.
A comfortable winner at Lingfield earlier in the month, ETRETAT looks capable of following up off a 5lb higher mark for his in-form stable. Placed on her last two starts over further since scoring over track and trip in November, Switchel is a leading contender, as is Arcadian Nights, who has strong claims if bouncing back to the form of his October second at Wolverhampton.
The reliable ETRETAT looked better than ever when striking at Lingfield recently and a 5 lb rise is unlikely to be enough to prevent him from going in again. Switchel is also consistent and she is feared most ahead of top-weight Arcadian Nights.
The tongue-tie/hood combination may enable SONNERIE POWER to take advantage of a reduced mark. Switchel and Etretat are solid.
(2) Union Island 11/10, C&D winner. Three wins from 9 runs last year, the latest at Southwell in December. Creditable third of 10 in handicap (5/2) there (8.1f) 13 days ago. Likely to be on the premises. Record of 2-4 since upped to 1m includes a C&D win; good third last time; respected.
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(4) (11/4 -38%) The Spotlight Kid
2.75
11/4(-38%)
(4) The Spotlight Kid 11/4, Latest win at Kempton in November. 13/2, creditable third of 10 in handicap at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 26 days ago. Shortlist material. Has form figures of 113 since returned to AW, good third at Wolverhampton latest.
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(6) (6/1 +25%) Got No Dollars
6
6/1(+25%)
(6) Got No Dollars 6/1, C&D winner. Creditable fourth of 11 in handicap back over this C&D (20/1) 42 days ago. May again find one or two too good. Won off this mark here in August; made the frame last time, beaten about 4l.
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(3) (8/1 +60%) Claxton Bay
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8/1(+60%)
(3) Claxton Bay 8/1, Winner at Beverley in September but trailed in last of 12 in handicap (25/1) at Lingfield (8f, AW) 64 days ago, taking his record on the AW to 0-11. Folded tamely and failed to beat a rival in last two AW attempts; opposed.
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(1) (11/1 -120%) Roscioli
11
11/1(-120%)
(1) Roscioli 11/1, C&D winner. Latest win at Salisbury in August. Respectable third of 9 in handicap (9/2) at Brighton (8f, good to soft), doing too much too soon. Off 100 days and he looks vulnerable. Largely consistent 2024 campaign featured a C&D win; absent for 100 days.
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(7) (40/1 -100%) Tancredi
40
40/1(-100%)
(7) Tancredi 40/1, Thrice-raced maiden. First run since leaving George Boughey when ninth of 10 in novice at Wolverhampton (7.2f, 40/1) 38 days ago. Needs to get back on track now handicapping. Well beaten for new stable last time; needs progress on handicap debut.
20:30 Chelmsford Handicap (Class 6) 8f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 6 race.
THE SPOTLIGHT KID wasn't beaten far in his attempt to complete a hat-trick at Wolverhampton last month and Dean Ivory's charge should be suited by dropping back in trip. He can land a fifth career success at the main expense of C&D winner Union Island, who was also third when on a three-timer at Southwell. A capable sort on his day and making his first appearance since October, Roscioli cannot be ruled out either.
THE SPOTLIGHT KID lost little caste in defeat when third off this mark at Wolverhampton last month and he is taken to resume winning ways. If Falcon Nine returns to form he could be the one to follow the selection home, while Union Island arrives here in good form and is also shortlisted.
Judged on his record since upped to this trip, UNION ISLAND (nap) holds particularly good claims. The Spotlight Kid is feared most.
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(2/1 +86%)
(7/2 +42%)
(10/1 -43%)
(11/1 +56%)
(22/1 -100%)
(50/1 -355%)
(11/10 +56%)
(11/4 -38%)
(6/1 +25%)
(8/1 +60%)
(11/1 -120%)
(40/1 -100%)
