Cheltenham Races & Results 1 Thursday 13th March 2025 UK Horse Racing Speed Ratings & Tips

Cheltenham Races & Results Tomform Thursday 13th March 2025

There were 37 Races on Thursday 13th March 2025 across 5 meetings. There was 8 races at Limerick, 7 races at Hexham, 7 races at Cheltenham, 8 races at Newcastle, 7 races at Chelmsford-City, no doubt Tomform helped you find a winner.

Races & Results Thursday 13th March 2025

The data in the racecards below is for the past year. View the racecard key.

13:20 Cheltenham Novices Hurdle (Class 1) 17f - 24 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
5 (5) (125/1 -25%) Disco Dancer	125 125/1(-25%)	(5) Disco Dancer 125/1, Looks fairly exposed as a hurdler and although she posted a career best when placed in a handicap on penultimate start, she was very disappointing when tailed-off in a Listed hurdle at Punchestown (16f, soft) 3 weeks ago. This looks a very tough assignment. Dual winning hurdler but now exposed and she's very much up against it.
1 1st (1) (16/1 -14%) Air Of Entitlement	16 16/1(-14%)	(1) Air Of Entitlement 16/1, Successful on first of 2 starts in bumpers during the spring and created a good impression after 8 months off when winning 15-runner maiden at Down Royal (20f) in December. Looks sure to progress for all this is a tall ask second time up in this sphere. Maiden hurdle win came over 2m4f but assured stamina has proved key before in this race.
21 2nd (21) (85/40 +36%) Sixandahalf	2.125 85/40(+36%)	(21) Sixandahalf 85/40, Wide-margin winner in bumper prior to developing into a useful stayer on the level last year. Looked potentially smart as she made an impressive winning hurdles debut in Fairyhouse mares' maiden (18.4f) in January. Very interesting pitched up in grade with significant progress anticipated. Progressive last year on the Flat and did everything right in winning her maiden hurdle.
6 3rd (6) (12/1 +0%) Diva Luna	12 12/1(+0%)	(6) Diva Luna 12/1, 2-2 in bumper, including an Aintree Grade 2 last term. Promising hurdles bow when runner-up at Lingfield in December and no trouble going one place better in maiden company here (20.2f) on New Year's Day. Creditable second followed in novice at Sandown latest but this will demand further progress. Hurdling career has yet really to take off but her good bumper form brings her into this.
12 4th (12) (10/1 -25%) Karoline Banbou	10 10/1(-25%)	(12) Karoline Banbou 10/1, Dual French bumper winner who confirmed promise of her hurdles debut second in December when scoring with commensurate ease in mares' maiden at Fairyhouse (2m) last month. Clearly held in high regard and feasible to think there's more to come. Shortlisted. It was a winnable maiden that she won at Fairyhouse but she's going the right way.
18 5th (18) (50/1 +24%) Metkayina	50 50/1(+24%)	(18) Metkayina 50/1, Not disgraced when fifth behind Jubilee Alpha in a mares Listed race at Taunton, having raced keenly. Turned over at odds-on back in a novice hurdle at Wetherby last month, having been let down by her jumping and would need to step up considerably on that form. Capable mare but it's hard to envisage her making an impact at this level.
24 6th (24) (9/2 +18%) Galileo Dame	4.5 9/2(+18%)	(24) Galileo Dame 9/2, Useful Flat winner who finished an encouraging second on hurdles debut in a Leopardstown juvenile in December and much-improved under change of tactics when staying-on second in Grade 1 Spring Juvenile back at that venue 6 weeks ago. Much respected in receipt of weight all round. 4yo filly who is getting a weight allowance and would have had a fair shout in the Triumph.
11 7th (11) (28/1 +44%) Karamoja	28 28/1(+44%)	(11) Karamoja 28/1, Placed in Listed newcomers' hurdle in France in 2023 and showed promise on stable debut when third at Clonmel (19.4f) in December. Race may have come too soon when pulled-up later that month but returned to form when landing an 18-runner novice hurdle at Clomnel (19f). This is a much tougher test. Entitled to win her latest maiden but not this on any of her form.
9 8th (9) (15/2 +38%) Jubilee Alpha	7.5 15/2(+38%)	(9) Jubilee Alpha 15/2, Flemensfirth mare who was successful on first of 2 starts in bumpers and created a good impression over hurdles, showing too many gears for her rivals when making it 2 from 3 in this sphere at Windsor (2m) in January. One of the likelier types representing the home team. Has won her last two without much fuss and trainer rates her chances in this higher grade.
22 9th (22) (100/1 +0%) Tour Ovalie	100 100/1(+0%)	(22) Tour Ovalie 100/1, Progressive mare landed a hat-trick in a Newbury handicap (16.3f) in December and after facing a stiff task from 6 lb out of the weights in a better-quality race at Windsor, quickly regained the winning thread in a lesser event at Taunton. Most likely out of her depth in this company. Multiple winner but she makes very limited appeal on this promotion to Graded level.
8 10th (8) (66/1 -65%) Jane Eire	66 66/1(-65%)	(8) Jane Eire 66/1, Balko mare who has improved with each outing to date, beaten on the nod at Gowran (2m) in October prior to deservedly going one place better in Cork maiden (16.3f) a month later. Faces her toughest assignment yet back from 4 months off but in excellent hands and unlikely we've seen best of her yet. Form is down the pecking order in this company and she's been off since early November.
2 11th (2) (9/1 -13%) Aurora Vega	9 9/1(-13%)	(2) Aurora Vega 9/1, Fantastically bred very useful bumper winner who proved her Wexford running all wrong back from a break when registering back-to-back victories in mares' hurdles at Fairyhouse in January. Boasts an already excellent strike rate and she's of interest with further progress in the offing. 6-9 under rules; workmanlike in a Grade 3 last time but can no doubt improve further.
16 12th (16) (100/1 -150%) Magic Mccolgan	100 100/1(-150%)	(16) Magic Mccolgan 100/1, Encouraging second on hurdles bow at Cork and built on that promise when justifying market confidence to land a novice hurdle at Punchestown (19.6f, soft) in January, having jumped left in the home straight. Remains to be seen if she can mix it in better company dropping back in distance. Won her maiden at Punchestown despite jumping markedly left at the last two flights.
14 13th (14) (200/1 -60%) Kitty Foyle	200 200/1(-60%)	(14) Kitty Foyle 200/1, Fairly useful on the Flat (stays 2m) and has been steadily progressive in this sphere, finishing a creditable third behind Jubilee Alpha in a Listed event at Taunton (16.5f) in December. Underwhelming effort back on the Flat last month and faces an uphill task pitched into this company. Useful winning hurdler but Jubilee Alpha has her number on their previous clashes.
13 14th (13) (66/1 -65%) Kimi De Mai	66 66/1(-65%)	(13) Kimi De Mai 66/1, Completed a hat-trick in shorter-distance French bumpers but failed to justify support on hurdling debut for this yard when a distant third behind the promising Sixandahalf. She's entitled to come for that but needs to improve significantly. Triple bumper winner in France but was 16l behind Sixandahalf at Fairyhouse.
20 15th (20) (250/1 -25%) Queenie St Clair	250 250/1(-25%)	(20) Queenie St Clair 250/1, Well-beaten last of 8 behind Aurora Vega at Fairyhouse in January and again looked out of her depth when comfortably held in the Grade 3 Red Mills at Gowran last month. Racing back against her own sex but difficult to be positive about her chances. Only 1-18 on the Flat and no closer than 16l in four races over hurdles; out of her depth.
23 16th (23) (33/1 -32%) Venusienne	33 33/1(-32%)	(23) Venusienne 33/1, Authorized mare who showed plenty of ability when second in newcomers' listed hurdle at Auteuil (17.9f) only start in 2023. Absent since but that was a sound start and feasible to think she can improve on that now starting out for Willie Mullins. Runner-up in sole French start; this asks a huge question of her after so long out.
19 17th (19) (150/1 -127%) Mystical Goddess	150 150/1(-127%)	(19) Mystical Goddess 150/1, Winning pointer made perfect start to career under Rules when successful in a Clonmel maiden in October. Not disgraced in a couple of Graded mares events subsequently, fourth of 8 behind Aurora Vega at Fairyhouse (18.2f) latest, in first-time tongue tie. Will likely prove better over further. Beaten about 10l in her two Grade 3s, latterly behind Aurora Vega; opposable.
4 18th (4) (200/1 -100%) Brendas Asking	200 200/1(-100%)	(4) Brendas Asking 200/1, Has really found her feet this season building on a creditable second at Ludlow in December when up in class, fifth of 7 in a Grade 2 mares races at Ascot the following month, having enjoyed the run of the race. Conditions unlikely to be as favourable again and tough ask facing better opposition. Only 1-9 over hurdles and limitations were ruthlessly exposed at this level two months ago.
15 19th (15) (200/1 -33%) Lagertha	200 200/1(-33%)	(15) Lagertha 200/1, Useful bumper performer left previous hurdles form behind when looking a different proposition at Chepstow (2m, heavy) last time. Step into graded company may prove a bridge too far. Won easily at Chepstow last time but unlikely to be following up in this company.
17 20th (17) (11/1 -69%) Maughreen	11 11/1(-69%)	(17) Maughreen 11/1, Won sole start in bumpers and maintained her unbeaten record after 12 months off in 12-runner mares' maiden hurdle at Punchestown (19.2f) with plenty to spare. From the family of Festival winner Faugheen and no surprise to see marked improvement. Merits respect in first-time hood. Held in high regard by her top team and unextended to win her bumper/maiden; now hooded.
3 \|PU\| (3) (14/1 +65%) Bluey	14 14/1(+65%)	(3) Bluey 14/1, Successful only start in bumpers last spring and excellent start over hurdles this term, making it 2 wins from 4 starts from the front in 5-runner mares' novice at Market Rasen (16.6f) 23 days ago, unchallenged. This a whole different ball game but she's going the right way. A front-runner who will be prominent to a point but probably not where it matters.
7 \|PU\| (7) (22/1 +21%) Hollygrove Cha Cha	22 22/1(+21%)	(7) Hollygrove Cha Cha 22/1, Won both starts in bumpers last spring and continued good work sent hurdling this term, benefiting as expected from the return to further when taking her career tally to 5 wins from 6 starts in Grade 2 mares' hurdle at Sandown last month. Drop back in trip may not suit. Recent Grade 2 winner but even so she probably has no more than place aspirations.
10 \|PU\| (10) (25/1 -56%) Just A Rose	25 25/1(-56%)	(10) Just A Rose 25/1, Won sole start in points (Dec 2023) and marked herself out as a mare of considerable potential when taking apart a 12-runner Taunton maiden on hurdles bow 54 days ago. Strength of that race is questionable but significant that leading yard pitch her in here having only second hurdles start. Unexposed dual winner but probably speaks volumes that Harry Cobden prefers Jubilee Alpha.

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13:20 Cheltenham Novices Hurdle (Class 1) 17f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 1 race.

Maughreen has won both outings to date (one bumper and one hurdle) by a combined total of 16 lengths and she is a fascinating runner for Willie and Patrick Mullins, while it is interesting that Paul Townend instead rides Solerina Mares Novice Hurdle scorer Aurora Vega. Galileo Dame was narrowly defeated in Grade 1 company at the Dublin Racing Festival and can go close with any further improvement, but preference is for Gavin Cromwell's SIXANDAHALF. This high-class Flat performer, and impressive Punchestown Festival bumper winner, looked a natural when bolting up on her hurdling debut at Fairyhouse in January and she should have a lot more to come in this sphere. Karoline Banbou is another with a chance for team Mullins, while Diva Luna and Jubilee Alpha look the pick of the English runners.

The biggest field ever assembled in this contest and it's every bit as competitive as you would expect. SIXANDAHALF developed into a useful stayer on the Flat last season and continued that progression over hurdles when routing some decent horses at Fairyhouse in January. Smart French bumper winner Karoline Banbou could hardly have been more impressive when shedding her maiden tag last month and remains completely unexposed, while Jubilee Alpha is a serious contender for the home team.

The filly GALILEO DAME would have had realisitc hopes in the Triumph and yet she runs here armed with her useful age allowance.

14:00 Cheltenham Handicap Chase (Class 1) 21f - 19 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
19 (19) (40/1 -43%) Ryan's Rocket	40 40/1(-43%)	(19) Ryan's Rocket 40/1, £110,000 Irish point winner who made bright start over hurdles last season, winning twice during the spring, and left disappointing reappearance effort behind when scoring on chase debut at Chepstow in November. However, he didn't appear to get home in the C&D handicap won by Jagwar last time. All rules wins at 2m; failed to get home in soft-ground event over C&D last time.
3 1st (3) (7/1 +42%) Caldwell Potter	7 7/1(+42%)	(3) Caldwell Potter 7/1, Reached a smart level over hurdles (Grade 1 winner) for Gordon Elliott and perfect start in this sphere for new connections (€740,000 buy) in 2m Carlisle novice chase in December. However, beaten favourite here and at Windsor since, not finding a great deal at the business end on either occasion. Gets into this handicap off an attractive mark; Grade 1 hurdle winner for previous stable.
10 2nd (10) (125/1 -213%) Anyway	125 125/1(-213%)	(10) Anyway 125/1, Winner of 3 of his 12 starts over hurdles and bright start in this sphere when ½-length second to The Other Mozzie at Galway in October. However, it's fair to say that he has failed to build on that since, most recently beaten around 10 lengths in the Leopardstown maiden won by Dee Capo. Can be opposed on balance of form and appears poorly handicapped in this hot race.
9 3rd (9) (66/1 -371%) O'moore Park	66 66/1(-371%)	(9) O'moore Park 66/1, Useful hurdler who, despite falling on his first 2 starts over fences, is essentially a good jumper, as he demonstrated when fourth of 11 in a Gowran maiden chase (2½m, heavy) last month. Will need to improve on that if he's to play a major role here but better can be expected now handicapping. Managed to complete last time; final-fence faller in his other two chase runs; not solid.
8 4th (8) (9/1 -50%) Nurburgring	9 9/1(-50%)	(8) Nurburgring 9/1, Quickly made up into a smart hurdler, the highlight being his Galway Hurdle success in August. Promise on first 2 starts in this sphere and, though never a threat at Leopardstown (17f) last time, much better is expected now upped in trip for this handicap chase debut. Also has cheekpieces refitted. Fourth in the Triumph 12 months ago; has a very attractive chase mark; shortlisted.
18 5th (18) (33/1 +0%) Es Perfecto	33 33/1(+0%)	(18) Es Perfecto 33/1, Off the mark at fifth attempt over fences in a Kempton handicap on return in November. Below par over the same C&D on Boxing Day but back on the right track equipped with cheekpieces the last twice, latterly scoring in good style at Sandown (2½m, good to soft). More on his plate here up 7 lb. In-form 10yo but the stats are against him (no horse older than nine has won this race).
2 6th (2) (4/1 +43%) Firefox	4 4/1(+43%)	(2) Firefox 4/1, Very smart novice hurdler last term, placing in Grade 1s at the 3 big spring festivals. Jumped well when making a winning return/chase debut in November and hasn't done much wrong against classy novices since. Good chance he has an even bigger performance in him now venturing into handicap company. Smart, consistent and has several pieces of Grade 1 form (hurdles/fences); major player.
12 7th (12) (20/1 +9%) The Other Mozzie	20 20/1(+9%)	(12) The Other Mozzie 20/1, Made a winning reappearance/chase debut at Galway in October. Beaten a fair way here the following month but back on track in first-time cheekpieces when landing a 2m Naas handicap in good style last time. Much more on his plate off an 11 lb higher mark in this ultra-competitive contest, though. Scored over 2m last time; lacks consistency and has something to prove back at 2m4f.
7 8th (7) (25/1 +0%) Insurrection	25 25/1(+0%)	(7) Insurrection 25/1, Dual winner over hurdles who was a good second of 5 in listed novice at Chepstow on chasing debut in October. No joy next 2 starts but then improved when coming home 16 lengths clear of his nearest pursuer in a 7-runner Musselburgh handicap (2½m, good to soft). 8 lb rise could find him out here. Won well last time but this is a harder task and Harry Cobden sides with Caldwell Potter.
6 9th (6) (15/2 +6%) Asian Master	7.5 15/2(+6%)	(6) Asian Master 15/2, Winning pointer who was 2-4 over hurdles last season and plenty of promise strong maiden chases at Fairyhouse this winter, third to smart stablemate Majborough on first occasion. Promises to be suited by this stiffer test now pitched into a handicap for the first time and he's strongly considered. Fourth in the Supreme here last year; potentially ahead of his mark; interesting contender.
13 \|B\| (13) (28/1 -12%) What's Up Darling	28 28/1(-12%)	(13) What's Up Darling 28/1, Grade 3 hurdles winner last term and far from disgraced when sixth of 21 in the Martin Pipe at this meeting 12 months ago. Below par last time at Gowran but has otherwise made a positive start to life over fences and improvement could be on the way now pitched into a handicap in this sphere. Lacks progression and is out of the winning habit (on a nine-race losing sequence).
1 \|F\| (1) (13/2 +35%) Springwell Bay	6.5 13/2(+35%)	(1) Springwell Bay 13/2, Very useful hurdler who made a winning return/chase debut at Chepstow in October. Not ideally suited by muddling pace in small-field novice events next 2 starts but then showed what he can do with an emphatic C&D success in a Grade 3 handicap on New Year's Day. One to consider despite a 9 lb hike. Highly progressive; impressive in an open handicap over C&D on New Year's Day; big player.
5 11th (5) (14/1 -40%) Answer To Kayf	14 14/1(-40%)	(5) Answer To Kayf 14/1, Useful hurdler but bettered anything he achieved in that sphere when making it third time lucky over fences with a power-packed front-running display in 2½m Naas handicap (heavy) in January. Now finds himself in a tougher race off 15 lb higher but this Irish raider shouldn't be underestimated. Fourth in the Martin Pipe here 12 months ago; easy success over fences last time; solid.
4 12th (4) (50/1 -127%) Dee Capo	50 50/1(-127%)	(4) Dee Capo 50/1, Bumper/dual hurdles winner who opened his chase account at the third attempt in a handicap at Leopardstown during the Christmas period. Stamina seemingly stretched upped to 25f on heavy ground at Naas next time and this scenario will be more suitable, albeit he will need to raise his game. Should be suited by this drop back in distance but doesn't look favourably treated.
14 13th (14) (17/2 +29%) Pic Roc	8.5 17/2(+29%)	(14) Pic Roc 17/2, Useful winning hurdler who failed to complete on chase debut in November but no problems in the jumping department since, finishing second in novice handicaps at Exeter (19f, heavy) and Newbury (23f, soft). Remains open to improvement as a chaser and could have a part to play. Ran well behind Lord Of Thunder at Newbury; threatening to regain the winning thread.
15 14th (15) (50/1 -52%) Densworth	50 50/1(-52%)	(15) Densworth 50/1, Three-time hurdle winner who left his reappearance/chase debut well behind when landing a 5-runner Wetherby handicap (19.5f, good) in November. However, he was subsequently pulled up at Newbury, adding to an in-and-out record. Has subsequently had wind surgery. Cheekpieces also go on. Less consistent than stablemate Pic Roc; had further wind surgery since last run.
11 15th (11) (40/1 -82%) San Salvador	40 40/1(-82%)	(11) San Salvador 40/1, Got it together over fences with back-to-back wins at Listowel and Roscommon within the space of 8 days last September. Looked held when falling 2 out on latest chase start at Leopardstown on Boxing Day and, though successful on the Flat since, he looks vulnerable here. Grade 3 winner; useful but record suggests a safe round of jumping is not guaranteed.
16 \|PU\| (16) (14/1 +13%) Moon D'orange	14 14/1(+13%)	(16) Moon D'orange 14/1, Novice hurdle winner during short stint with Fergal O'Brien and has taken well to fences for new yard, making the frame 4 times on the bounce prior to opening chase account in a C&D handicap in January, doing well to survive a last-fence mistake. More will be needed having gone up 6 lb for that. Successful under Sean Bowen in an open handicap over C&D last time, showing grit; solid.
20 \|PU\| (20) (66/1 -100%) Shanbally Kid	66 66/1(-100%)	(20) Shanbally Kid 66/1, Capable of useful form over hurdles, as he demonstrated when third in the 21-runner Coral Cup at the 2024 Festival. Hasn't come close to matching that level of form in 4 starts since switched to fences, though, and it's probably best to look elsewhere. Third in the 2024 Coral Cup; unconvincing form over fences this term; revival needed.

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14:00 Cheltenham Handicap Chase (Class 1) 21f Race Class Flow

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Fourth in last year's Supreme, Asian Master has yet to score in three starts over fences, but is expected to improve for this extra distance. The latter comment also applies to Nurburgring, who finished strongly for fourth in last year's Triumph Hurdle, although he jumped poorly over fences when disappointing at Leopardstown in December. Firefox finished a creditable third in the Irish Arkle last time and was beaten less than a length in the Drinmore at Fairyhouse earlier in the season. A bold bid is anticipated from Gordon Elliott's charge, although it's the highly-progressive SPRINGWELL BAY that makes most appeal. He finished runner-up here in December before returning the emphatic winner of a competitive handicap over C&D and is taken to defy a 9lb rise. Moon D'orange was a less impressive winner over these fences in January.

FIREFOX has lots of good efforts to his name at Graded level over hurdles and fences and can make his class tell now moving into his first handicap. Asian Master and Nurburgring are other Irish-trained runners who brings obvious potential to their handicap chase debuts, while Springwell Bay is one who carries solid handicap form having won a hot race here on New Year's Day.

Attractively handicapped CALDWELL POTTER (nap) is first choice ahead of Springwell Bay, Nurburgring and Asian Master.

14:40 Cheltenham Handicap Hurdle (Class 1) 24f - 24 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
22 (22) (20/1 +39%) Zain Nights	20 20/1(+39%)	(22) Zain Nights 20/1, Useful stayer on Flat for Harry & Roger Charlton and much improved over hurdles last spring, completing a handicap hat-trick in a big-field contest at Haydock in May. Returned with a good third here in October and back on track when fourth to Super Survivor at Huntingdon latest. C&D winner; back to form at Huntingdon (soft) latest but he now needs to hit a new level.
19 1st (19) (25/1 +0%) Doddiethegreat	25 25/1(+0%)	(19) Doddiethegreat 25/1, Returned to form from out of the blue in first-time cheekpieces when 2¼ lengths second of 13 to One Big Bang in handicap hurdle at Haydock (24.3f, good to soft) 26 days ago. However, has a history of tame finishes and the headgear isn't certain to work so well this time. Back-to-form 2nd at Haydock (upped to 3m) with cheekpieces; now tongue tied as well.
10 2nd (10) (11/2 +0%) Jeriko Du Reponet	5.5 11/2(+0%)	(10) Jeriko Du Reponet 11/2, Point scorer who also won first 3 starts over hurdles, including a Grade 2. Ran no sort of race on Sandown chase bow but better signs since returned to hurdling, including when third to Catch Him Derry on his first try at around this trip at Exeter last time. Interesting in first-time cheekpieces. Some renewed promise from off the pace on last two outings; wears headgear first time.
20 3rd (20) (14/1 +13%) Catch Him Derry	14 14/1(+13%)	(20) Catch Him Derry 14/1, Won 3 of his first 4 handicaps, including hard held on 21.5f Newton Abbot reappearance in October. Disappointing when pulled up in the valuable Betfair Stayers at Haydock in November but very much back on the up when winning 12-runner handicap at Exeter (23.1f) last month. Respected. Won Exeter qualifier (good to soft); 6lb higher today but overall he's been progressive.
8 4th (8) (15/2 +25%) Feet Of A Dancer	7.5 15/2(+25%)	(8) Feet Of A Dancer 15/2, Progressive sort who shaped well back in a handicap on her first go at 3m when 4½ lengths third of 20 to Win Some Lose Some in Leopardstown Handicap (23.4f, good) over the Christmas period. Yard took this with Mrs Milner in 2021 and she's an interesting contender. Good 3rd of 20 at Leopardstown (2m7f, yielding) latest; respected stable won this in 2021.
14 5th (14) (14/1 +22%) One Big Bang	14 14/1(+22%)	(14) One Big Bang 14/1, Won first 2 starts for James Owen and improved when second in valuable Betfair Stayers Handicap at Haydock (3m, heavy) in November. Poor effort in first time cheekpieces at Ffos Las but resumed progress when landing 13-runner event at aforementioned track last month. Hit with 7 lb rise. Career best to win at Haydock (3m1f) latest from Doddiethegreat and he did it quite tidily.
13 6th (13) (8/1 -14%) Will The Wise	8 8/1(-14%)	(13) Will The Wise 8/1, Is progressing well and supplemented his sign-off win in maidens with a performance laced with stamina when forging clear late on in 19-runner handicap at Naas (23.1f) 18 days ago. Has an 11 lb higher mark and a quick turnaround to contend with but remains unexposed. Won handicap debut in a right slog for 19-runner Naas qualifier (2m7f, heavy) 18 days ago.
2 7th (2) (20/1 +0%) Karl Des Tourelles	20 20/1(+0%)	(2) Karl Des Tourelles 20/1, Is yet to add to his debut success but got well and truly back on the up contesting his first handicap over an even longer trip when second of 15 at Punchestown (24.1f) in November. Showed similar form when third in 5-runner minor event at Limerick (20f) since and remains unexposed at 3m. Promising youngster who looks set to resume improvement on today's step back up in trip.
7 8th (7) (7/1 +42%) D Art D Art	7 7/1(+42%)	(7) D Art D Art 7/1, Resumed his progress in no uncertain terms when winning 11-runner handicap hurdle at Punchestown (20f, good) in October. Good third at Navan the following month and improved again when second in 9-runner handicap at Carlisle (25f) in December. Most likeable and seems sure to run another big race. Late headway at Navan (2m6f) and close call at Carlisle (upped to 3m1f, soft); progressive.
11 9th (11) (16/1 +0%) Patter Merchant	16 16/1(+0%)	(11) Patter Merchant 16/1, Galway maiden winner who has shaped well since switched to handicap company, rallying after flattening 2 out when 7¼ lengths fourth of 19 to Will The Wise at Naas (23.1f, heavy) on most recent outing. Interesting contender. Two 4ths and a 5th when sent handicapping (3m/2m7f last twice); should retain potential.
23 10th (23) (28/1 +58%) Idem	28 28/1(+58%)	(23) Idem 28/1, Made the most of a drop in class in 11-runner handicap hurdle at Kelso (22.7f, good to soft) in December, travelling well and needing only to be pushed out. Ran at least as well in defeat from a career high mark at Musselburgh since, despite a ropey round of jumping, but this demands more. Good, staying-on fourth in the Musselburgh qualifier (3m, good to soft) on latest outing.
15 11th (15) (25/1 +0%) Super Survivor	25 25/1(+0%)	(15) Super Survivor 25/1, Built on his reappearance to win his first race for 2 years in 6-runner handicap at Doncaster (24.4f) in December, overcoming pace bias. Well backed when following up in 10-runner event at Huntingdon (25f) and is clearly as good as ever. Impressively resurgent to win at Doncaster and Huntingdon; back to almost career-high mark.
24 12th (24) (40/1 +39%) American Sniper	40 40/1(+39%)	(24) American Sniper 40/1, Back to best with cheekpieces refitted when gamely landing 4-runner handicap at Newbury (24.2f, good to soft) in November. Solid efforts next 2 outings but found good run coming to a halt at Wetherby on most recent outing. Bounce back required. Took a four-runner race at Newbury (3m, good) in November but there are safer options.
6 13th (6) (66/1 -65%) Supreme Gift	66 66/1(-65%)	(6) Supreme Gift 66/1, Showed the benefit of his reappearance as he recorded a fifth career success over hurdles in game fashion at Market Rasen (23f) in November. Below form both starts since, however. First-time blinkers replace usual visor. Won at Market Rasen in November; different headgear after out of form both runs since.
4 14th (4) (8/1 +0%) Win Some Lose Some	8 8/1(+0%)	(4) Win Some Lose Some 8/1, Most progressive sort who notched a fourth win of the season in 20-runner handicap at Leopardstown (23.4f, good, 7/2) in December, suited by step up to 3m. Has to be shortlisted. Firmly on upward curve; won with more authority than bare result in Leopardstown qualifier.
1 15th (1) (40/1 +20%) Thomas Mor	40 40/1(+20%)	(1) Thomas Mor 40/1, Showed no ill effects from 22 months off as he proved better than ever to make a winning start for a new stable (had left David Pipe) at Wincanton (24.7f, soft) in December, staying on well. Disappointing on his first try at chasing at Doncaster since but that shouldn't be held against him here. 650 days off before tidy win at Wincanton (3m1f); chase debut one month later wasn't great.
18 16th (18) (25/1 -25%) Shanagh Bob	25 25/1(-25%)	(18) Shanagh Bob 25/1, Grade 2 Cheltenham novice hurdle winner last term and, following a couple of disappointing runs over fences, got back on track returned to this sphere when runner-up to Super Survivor in 25f Huntingdon handicap in January. Unsuited by drop in trip at Warwick (21f) since and remains of interest. 2nd at Huntingdon (3m1f, soft); headgear returns and he may have more to offer as a stayer.
12 17th (12) (16/1 +20%) Henri The Second	16 16/1(+20%)	(12) Henri The Second 16/1, Grade 2 winner as a novice and built on good comeback run after 12 months off with dominant victory at Sandown (23.4f) in December, finding plenty in testing conditions. Thwarted only by a less exposed 8-y-o in a valuable event back there 8 weeks later and still unexposed as a stayer. Stormed well clear at Sandown (heavy); 2nd there latest; question if he's not in the mud.
16 18th (16) (80/1 -60%) J'ai Froid	80 80/1(-60%)	(16) J'ai Froid 80/1, Veteran who gained his seventh handicap win for current connections in typically gutsy fashion after 10 months off in 13-runner event at Chepstow (23.6f) 19 days ago, keeping on well. Has more on his plate from a 5 lb higher mark here, however. 12yo returning from 315 days off when 33-1 winner at Chepstow (3m, soft) 19 days ago.
9 19th (9) (33/1 -65%) Lucky Lyreen	33 33/1(-65%)	(9) Lucky Lyreen 33/1, Confirmed he's back to his best when 6¾ lengths third of 19 to Will The Wise in handicap hurdle at Naas (23.1f, heavy) 18 days ago. Should give another good account. Best form in big-field handicaps on testing ground over 3m/2m7f on his last two outings.
17 20th (17) (33/1 -32%) Maxi Mac Gold	33 33/1(-32%)	(17) Maxi Mac Gold 33/1, Cork maiden winner who hit the frame for the second time in 3 handicaps starts when 2½ lengths second of 19 to Will The Wise in handicap hurdle (25/1) at Naas (23.1f, heavy) 18 days ago. 7 lb higher mark makes life tougher but could go well again. Rather inconsistent but 4th and 2nd in big-field handicaps on two of his last three starts.
5 \|PU\| (5) (33/1 -65%) Harbour Lake	33 33/1(-65%)	(5) Harbour Lake 33/1, Strong traveller who resumed his progress when landing 8-runner handicap hurdle at Aintree (24.7f, good) in November before succumbing to the late rally of Supreme Gift from a 6 lb higher mark at Market Rasen. Has been kept fresh for this since which is no bad thing given his overall record. Never better than when last seen (November) but he is also on a career-high mark.
3 \|PU\| (3) (33/1 +0%) Bugise Seagull	33 33/1(+0%)	(3) Bugise Seagull 33/1, Irish point recruit who won first 2 starts over hurdles last term and ended campaign with good third in Aintree Grade 1 novice. Chasing didn't go to plan but back on track over hurdles when third of 6 at Doncaster (24.4f) in December and again ran well when runner-up at Musselburgh since. Second at Musselburgh (3m, good to soft) last time and no shock if he has more to give.
21 \|PU\| (21) (33/1 +0%) Guard The Moon	33 33/1(+0%)	(21) Guard The Moon 33/1, Off the mark in a Hexham maiden in May and improved when following up on Warwick handicap debut (21f) 5 months later. Good runner-up efforts at Aintree and Newbury followed and was possibly unsuited by a change of tactics when below form at Chepstow last time. Needs more, nonetheless. Progressive before he showed worryingly little on soft going last time after 12 weeks off.

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14:40 Cheltenham Handicap Hurdle (Class 1) 24f Race Class Flow

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Although the Irish have dominated this contest recently, the home team managed to fill the first six places last year. With that in mind, there is a sneaking suspicion that we've yet to see the best of second-season hurdler JERIKO DU REPONET. A novice chase campaign was soon shelved after an inauspicious round of jumping at Sandown in November, but the six-year-old offered plenty to work with when a staying-on third over 2m7f at Exeter last month. That was his first attempt beyond 2m1f under Rules and this extra furlong could unlock more potential. The reopposing winner Catch Him Derry must enter calculations off a 6lb higher mark and the son of Milan isn't taken lightly. The hat-trick seeking Will The Wise made a winning handicap debut at Naas last month and Gavin Cromwell's gelding is feared most of the Irish contingent, ahead of Win Some Lose Some and Karl Des Tourelles.

FEET OF A DANCER shaped well on her first try at this trip when third at Leopardstown in December and has a very similar profile to that of Mrs Milner who went on to win this race for the yard in 2021, having also made the frame in the same qualifier, so she’s an appealing candidate, not least given her good record when fresh. Win Some Lose Some is proving most progressive and has to be shortlisted, with Jerijo du Reponet and D Art D Art others to note.

Preference is for KARL DES TOURELLES, a lightly raced youngster who brings notable potential. Win Some Lose Some is second choice.

15:20 Cheltenham Conditions Chase (Class 1) 21f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
7 (7) (16/1 -33%) Jungle Boogie	16 16/1(-33%)	(7) Jungle Boogie 16/1, Won bumper, hurdle and chase on first 3 starts for Willie Mullins. Added a fourth victory to his tally at Tramore (Grade 3) on New Year's Day last year and made a winning return at Ascot in December (favourite fell early). Very lightly raced for his age and surely has more to offer. Lightly raced for 11; a wildcard, but last year's Gold Cup 6th is no forlorn hope on form.
3 1st (3) (6/4 +0%) Fact To File	1.5 6/4(+0%)	(3) Fact To File 6/4, Top-class chaser who had Galopin des Champs behind when winning the John Durkan at Punchestown on reappearance but his stablemate proved too strong on both subsequent starts, latest when run out of second close home in Irish Gold Cup. Switched to this as a result and sets the standard. Grade 1 winner in November and placed behind Galopin Des Champs last twice; good claims.
5 2nd (5) (18/1 +0%) Heart Wood	18 18/1(+0%)	(5) Heart Wood 18/1, Very smart chaser who doubled his tally over the larger obstacles at Wexford in October. Did all he could contesting his first Grade 1 in open company when fourth at Leopardstown over Christmas and he'll need to raise his game if he's to feature in this back in trip. 15l 4th in the Savills last time; held by Fact To File on that run and must improve again.
2 3rd (2) (12/1 +25%) Envoi Allen	12 12/1(+25%)	(2) Envoi Allen 12/1, Three-time winner at the Festival and second in this last year. Drew a blank last season but back to winning ways when seeing off Hewick in 3m Down Royal Grade 1 on reappearance. On the retreat when departing in the back straight in the King George but no surprise to see a better showing back here. Veteran whose Cheltenham record speaks for itself; can be in the mix again.
9 4th (9) (5/1 +17%) Protektorat	5 5/1(+17%)	(9) Protektorat 5/1, Won this corresponding event last year and looked at least as good as ever switched back to front-running tactics when bolting up in the Fleur de Lys at Windsor in January, turning the tables with previous conqueror Djelo in no uncertain terms. Big player in his title defence. Last year's winner and campaigned around the race this season; rock-solid claims.
8 5th (8) (40/1 +0%) Master Chewy	40 40/1(+0%)	(8) Master Chewy 40/1, Made up into a very smart chaser last term and signed off with a smashing second in Aintree Grade 1. Good efforts in handicaps this term before gutsy winner of the Game Spirit at Newbury last month. Will need to find a fair bit of improvement for the extra distance in this company, however. Improved this season, winning 2m Grade 2 last time; needs to step up again.
6 6th (6) (10/3 +0%) Il Est Francais	3.333333 10/3(+0%)	(6) Il Est Francais 10/3, Bold-jumping front runner who travels strongly and sparkled in the Kauto Star at Kempton last term. It's rather been feast or famine since but back to best when second in King George on Boxing Day, looking the most likely winner for much of the way. Capable of making a bold bid back down in trip. Brilliant at Kempton the last two years; the form pick but unproven at Cheltenham.
1 7th (1) (15/2 +46%) Djelo	7.5 15/2(+46%)	(1) Djelo 15/2, Built on an eye-catching reappearance at Exeter when cruising to success at the expense of Protektorat in the Peterborough Chase at Huntingdon. That one got his revenge at Windsor next time but was quickly back on song when landing Grade 2 at Newbury last month. Place claims probably his best hope. C&D 3rd at last year's festival and much improved this term; each-way player at least.
4 \|PU\| (4) (66/1 +18%) Hang In There	66 66/1(+18%)	(4) Hang In There 66/1, Veteran who scored at Uttoxeter last June and posted a good second of 6 in handicap chase at Worcester (23f) a couple of months later. Shaped as if still in form by making his presence felt stepping outside handicaps in Charlie Hall Chase but faces a very stiff task at this level 4 months on. High class when the ground is quick but this a big ask on first run since November.

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15:20 Cheltenham Conditions Chase (Class 1) 21f Race Class Flow

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It seems a logical step for FACT TO FILE to avoid taking on his nemesis/stablemate Galopin Des Champs in the Gold Cup and this presents last year's Brown Advisory winner with a more likely path to gaining back-to-back Cheltenham Festival successes. Dropping back down in trip shouldn't be an issue for the still low-mileage eight-year-old, who has a massive chance of securing a fourth Grade 1 triumph. Protektorat comes into the race in better form that he did when winning this 12 months ago and is a must for consideration. Il Est Francais also rates an ideal type for this event and his game second in the King George is a rock-solid piece of form. Djelo and the lightly-raced Jungle Boogie command respect too.

FACT TO FILE has lost little in defeat behind his mighty stable-companion Galopin des Champs since his victory in the John Durkan and with the drop back in trip looking ideal he can notch up a second Festival victory. The dangers are Il Est Francais, who should prove a real sight on his first go over the Cheltenham fences, and last year's winner Protektorat, who is sure to be up with the pace from the off also.

Last year's winner Protektorat is rock-solid but the progressive DJELO is the bet at the prices.

16:00 Cheltenham Conditions Hurdle (Class 1) 24f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (1) (8/1 +64%) Bob Olinger	8 8/1(+64%)	(1) Bob Olinger 8/1, Most kept to hurdles since winning the Turners here 3 years ago, picking up a couple of Grade 2s last season, including here (20f). Runner-up both starts this term, though shaped as if this trip is a bit of a stretch for him when 6 lengths behind Home By The Lee in Christmas Hurdle at Leopardstown. Twice second to Home By The Lee this season; the return to Cheltenham could be a plus.
14 2nd (14) (7/4 -17%) Teahupoo	1.75 7/4(-17%)	(14) Teahupoo 7/4, High-class hurdler who landed this race in decisive fashion 12 months ago. Followed up with a fourth Grade 1 in Champion Stayers at Punchestown in May and lost little in defeat when second in Hatton's Grace on return. Likely to prove a tough nut to crack again (goes especially well fresh). Won this in good style 12 months ago and will be tough to beat if repeating that form.
15 3rd (15) (7/1 +0%) The Wallpark	7 7/1(+0%)	(15) The Wallpark 7/1, Progressive Irish hurdler who completed his 4-timer in 12-runner C&D handicap in October, Better form stepped up in class when fourth in the Long Walk at Ascot since, the slow early fractions counting against him. Still has more to offer so not taken lightly. 3m handicap win here in October; steady pace against him in the Long Walk; one to consider.
13 4th (13) (25/1 -25%) Rocky's Diamond	25 25/1(-25%)	(13) Rocky's Diamond 25/1, Lightly-raced winner over hurdles who proved there was absolutely no fluke about his Christmas Hurdle effort (third behind Home By The Lee) when winning Grade 2 at Gowran 7 weeks ago. Still not the finished article but suspicion is this sort of challenge is a year too soon for him. Grade 2 winner last time; only five and very lightly raced but needs sizeable step forward.
2 5th (2) (50/1 -25%) Buddy One	50 50/1(-25%)	(2) Buddy One 50/1, Surpassed expectations when fourth in this last year and backed that up when second in Liverpool Hurdle. Struggled to match that form sent chasing this term and well held back hurdling latest (reportedly made a respiratory noise). Tongue strap re-fitted now but will do well to make the frame again. Fourth in this last year; not at his best this season, predominantly over fences.
4 6th (4) (80/1 -60%) Franciscan Rock	80 80/1(-60%)	(4) Franciscan Rock 80/1, Useful hurdler who was fifth in the Coral Cup here last season. In good heart this season, winning twice, but limitations once again exposed when third to Rocky's Diamond in Grade 2 at Gowran. Third to Rocky's Diamond in Grade 2 at Gowran Park last time; would be a surprise winner.
9 7th (9) (11/2 +21%) Lucky Place	5.5 11/2(+21%)	(9) Lucky Place 11/2, Signed off last term with an excellent fourth of 21 to Langer Dan in the Coral Cup here and has continued on the upgrade this season, winning Grade 2s at Ascot and Relkeel Hurdle here (20f). Likely to stay so must be respected given his rate of progress. Two Grade 2 wins this season and open to further improvement now up in trip; respected.
6 8th (6) (33/1 -50%) Gowel Road	33 33/1(-50%)	(6) Gowel Road 33/1, A regular around here and finally gained reward for his consistency when making all in the Cleeve Hurdle over C&D 7 weeks ago. Should run his race again but that would still leave him well short of what will be required. Won Grade 2 Cleeve Hurdle over C&D last time but has something to find in this company.
3 \|F\| (3) (40/1 -43%) Crambo	40 40/1(-43%)	(3) Crambo 40/1, Made up into a smart hurdler last term, notably landing the Long Walk at Ascot. Disappointed in Grade 1s after (including this race) but back on track when again taking the Long Walk on his seasonal return. Failed to recover from a bad mistake in Cleeve Hurdle here since. Others stronger. Two-time winner of the Grade 1 Long Walk; yet to shine at Cheltenham in two visits.
7 \|U\| (7) (13/2 -8%) Home By The Lee	6.5 13/2(-8%)	(7) Home By The Lee 13/2, Running in this for the third time, his best effort coming when third last year. Has looked as good as ever this season, winning a Grade 2 at Navan on comeback before following up in Grade 1 at Leopardstown over Christmas. Can make his presence felt once more. Grade 1 win last time; can give a good account but has come up short in this in the past.
11 \|PU\| (11) (14/1 +13%) Mystical Power	14 14/1(+13%)	(11) Mystical Power 14/1, Smart novice hurdler last season, runner-up in the Supreme here before going one better in Grade 1s at Aintree and Punchestown. However, most disappointing both starts this term and now has a bit to prove up markedly in trip. Last year's Supreme runner-up; dam second in this; extremely lacklustre the last twice.
12 \|PU\| (12) (16/1 +52%) Nemean Lion	16 16/1(+52%)	(12) Nemean Lion 16/1, Likeable sort who appreciated the drop in class when winning at Hereford (handicap) and Windsor (class 2 conditions race) this winter. Gamely completed hat-trick in Grade 2 at Fontwell 18 days ago but struggled at this level last season. Also has stamina to prove. Has something to find but he's clearly thriving and could be suited by the step up in trip.
5 \|PU\| (5) (50/1 +0%) Ga Law	50 50/1(+0%)	(5) Ga Law 50/1, Known as a smart chaser but arrives on the back of 2 lacklustre efforts in that sphere. Thrown into the deep end making a rare start over hurdles and easy to look elsewhere. Has done very well in handicap chases here at about 2m4f; doubts about hurdles and trip.

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16:00 Cheltenham Conditions Hurdle (Class 1) 24f Race Class Flow

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Teahupoo comfortably justified favouritism 12 months ago and has to be respected as he bids to defend his crown. However, he was readily swept aside by Lossiemouth on his first and only outing of the current campaign at Fairyhouse in December and it could be worth taking him on. Home By The Lee has looked a rejuvenated character this term, winning the Lismullen and Savills Hurdle, and he should be heavily involved if on another going day, while the form of The Wallpark's handicap victory here in October gives him a chance. Gowel Road never seems to run a bad race and merits consideration, as do Bob Olinger and Rocky's Diamond. The vote, however, goes to LUCKY PLACE. He caught the eye when a staying-on fourth in last season's Coral Cup, particularly as the Nicky Henderson stable was under a cloud at the time, and he has taken a step forward this term, winning at Ascot and on New Year's Day here. With this extra yardage expected to unlock further improvement, he is fancied to go very close.

Previous winners have an excellent record in this and last year's decisive victor TEAHUPOO looks the one to beat again having followed the same route (kept fresh for this). Home By The Lee was a good third last year and arrives in better form this time around, so rates the main threat. Lucky Place and The Wallpark are also respected given their rate of progress.

With an excellent record at the Festival and a suspicion he has untapped potential over a staying trip, LANGER DAN earns the vote.

16:40 Cheltenham Handicap Chase (Class 1) 21f - 20 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
13 1st (13) (3/1 +33%) Jagwar	3 3/1(+33%)	(13) Jagwar 3/1, Good-looking sort who has taken really well to fences, taking record in this sphere to 3-4 when landing a C&D novice handicap (soft) in decisive fashion. 7 lb rise to contend but there could easily be more to come from this 6-y-o and he's an appealing candidate. In a nice rhythm round here when convincing over C&D latest; up 7lb but still improving.
14 2nd (14) (4/1 +53%) Thecompanysergeant	4 4/1(+53%)	(14) Thecompanysergeant 4/1, Consistent over hurdles and has proven himself to be equally reliable in this sphere, creditable fourth in a Grade 3 novice on final start for Denis Hogan in November. Solid start for new yard when third in a big-field Navan handicap hurdle and makes handicap debut over fences on a workable mark. Has course form; creditable hurdle debut for new yard in January; of interest back chasing.
9 3rd (9) (11/1 -10%) Masaccio	11 11/1(-10%)	(9) Masaccio 11/1, Successful twice over hurdles last season and justified support when making winning chase debut in 2½m Newbury handicap in November. Solid 3¾ lengths third to Jagwar over C&D last time and a reproduction of that effort would put him firmly in the picture. Wears first-time cheekpieces. Solid 2m4f form since chasing, including in well-contested C&D handicap latest.
17 4th (17) (100/1 -100%) Mars Harper	100 100/1(-100%)	(17) Mars Harper 100/1, Has posted some creditable efforts in defeat in some pretty valuable handicaps this season, including when fourth of 13 at Leopardstown (21.5f, good to soft) recently. On the downside, he hasn't got his head in front since September 2023 and was well held in this race 12 months ago. Losing run goes back to September 2023 and had shortcomings in this race last year.
3 5th (3) (9/1 +10%) Jordans	9 9/1(+10%)	(3) Jordans 9/1, French recruit who won Grade 3 Punchestown novice chase in October. Didn't get far at the same course next time but back on track when a fine second to Impaire Et Passe in a Limerick Grade 1 in December. Mark has suffered as a result of that, though, and more needed on handicap bow in this sphere. Made good progress over fences for new yard; should be suited by this test; handicap debut.
16 6th (16) (66/1 -164%) Riaan	66 66/1(-164%)	(16) Riaan 66/1, Good second in a big Leopardstown handicap last February and finished fourth of 16 in first-time cheekpieces in the same race this time round. However, his overall profile is not the most convincing and he was pulled up in this 12 months ago. Pulled up in both Festival runs, including this race last year, so has a track query.
2 7th (2) (14/1 -40%) Ginny's Destiny	14 14/1(-40%)	(2) Ginny's Destiny 14/1, Excellent first campaign over fences last term, winning 3 times on the bounce here prior to a fine effort in defeat in the Turners at this meeting 12 months ago. Hard to fathom why he's performed so badly in 3 starts so far this season and now finds himself with a bit to prove. Powerful front-runner; two C&D wins last winter; slow start to season; potential reviver.
1 8th (1) (40/1 -43%) Conflated	40 40/1(-43%)	(1) Conflated 40/1, Very classy at best, finishing third in the Gold Cup and Ryanair at the last 2 Festivals. However, he has looked a shadow of his former self so far this season, including last of 10 in Irish Gold Cup latest. The drop in class could be liberating but a leap of faith still required. Finished 3rd in the Gold Cup and Ryanair at last 2 Festivals; way below form this winter.
20 9th (20) (20/1 +60%) Demnat	20 20/1(+60%)	(20) Demnat 20/1, Made light of a 32-month absence on his yard debut when easily landing 5-runner handicap chase at Ludlow last February. Struggled in the Kim Muir here and at the big Aintree meeting last spring, though, and others make more appeal, for all that he has performed with credit both starts this season. Won yard debut over 2m4f last spring; looks to have a stiff task from out of weights.
11 10th (11) (28/1 -40%) Seddon	28 28/1(-40%)	(11) Seddon 28/1, 2023 winner of this. Two Flat wins at the end of last summer and a pair of respectable efforts over C&D this winter show there's still plenty of life in his legs but still a suspicion this veteran will prove vulnerable to younger rivals. Won the Plate in 2023; not in such good form now; probably needs more weight off his back.
5 11th (5) (14/1 0%) Path D'oroux	14 14/1(0%)	(5) Path D'oroux 14/1, Belatedly opened chase account on the Old Course here in October, narrowly prevailing in that 4-runner 2m novice. Safely held at Carlisle next time but returned to form with a good second in a valuable Grade 3 Fairyhouse handicap (17f, soft) and this step up in trip may well work in his favour. Close 3rd in 2m Grand Annual last March; never raced beyond 2m2f under rules.
7 12th (7) (25/1 -14%) Il Ridoto	25 25/1(-14%)	(7) Il Ridoto 25/1, Has come up short in the last 2 renewals of this but he has landed 2 valuable handicaps at this course, including the Paddy Power Gold Cup in November. Not in same form since but the drying ground will aid his cause. First-time blinkers (in place of cheekpieces) could give also him a lift. Some sterling efforts on both courses here but beaten about 9l in last 2 runnings.
8 13th (8) (28/1 -27%) La Malmason	28 28/1(-27%)	(8) La Malmason 28/1, Has returned an improved model this season, winning 9-runner Fairyhouse handicap chase before an excellent second in listed handicap at Limerick over Christmas. Stamina seemingly stretched over 3m on deep ground at Exeter since and should show herself in a better light back down in trip here. C&D winner in late 2023 on sole course start; better than ever of late; high in weights.
6 14th (6) (20/1 +20%) Shakem Up'arry	20 20/1(+20%)	(6) Shakem Up'arry 20/1, Very good C&D record, including a third in this in 2023 and a win last year. Things haven't gone to plan so far this term but he's just 2 lb higher compared to 12 months ago and this will have been the target all along. Also has first-time cheekpieces added to his regular tongue tie. Good 3rd in this two years ago and came out best last March; now just 2lb higher.
4 15th (4) (20/1 -25%) Fugitif	20 20/1(-25%)	(4) Fugitif 20/1, Has produced several very good efforts here, not least when chasing Seddon home in the 2023 running of this and winning the December Gold Cup last season. Not at his very best in 3 runs so far this term but has edged down to an attractive mark as a result and he's dangerous to discount. At his best here and good second in 2023 running; losing run goes back to late 2023.
18 16th (18) (18/1 -13%) An Peann Dearg	18 18/1(-13%)	(18) An Peann Dearg 18/1, Has raised his game since returning from a break in October, going close at Wexford prior to winning back-to-back 17f Leopardstown handicaps, latterly taking a valuable listed event in good style. Stepping back up in trip unlikely to be an issue but this 12 lb higher mark could prove problematic. Much improved in 2m1f chases this winter; right up weights; not ruled out back up in trip.
10 17th (10) (28/1 -133%) Gemirande	28 28/1(-133%)	(10) Gemirande 28/1, Respectable fifth in the Grand Annual at this meeting 12 months ago and positive start to this season, winning handicaps at Ascot and over this C&D in November/December. Better than bare result here on latest start in January (bad mistake 3 out cost him any chance) but others preferred all the same. Improved wins at Ascot and over C&D; 6lb higher than for the latter; yard won this 3 times.
15 \|PU\| (15) (9/1 +55%) Personal Ambition	9 9/1(+55%)	(15) Personal Ambition 9/1, Useful novice hurdler last term, winning 3 times, and looked set to make it third time lucky over fences in a Grade 2 at Ascot in December before a final-fence mistake caused him to lose all momentum. Below par at Windsor since but could bounce back in first-time cheekpieces. Grade 2-winning hurdler; maiden over fences but has potential; yard won this in 2024.
12 \|PU\| (12) (80/1 -142%) Tahmuras	80 80/1(-142%)	(12) Tahmuras 80/1, Winner of 3 of his 5 starts over hurdles, including the Grade 1 Tolworth. Conversely, just the one win since switched to fences and his antics off the bridle were a cause for concern when fourth at Wetherby on Boxing Day. Worse still at Kempton since and he needs to get back on track. Talented but has run to his best only once this season and pulled up at Kempton recently.
21 \|PU\| (21) (100/1 -150%) Individualiste	100 100/1(-150%)	(21) Individualiste 100/1, Produced a career-best when winning 12-runner handicap chase at Navan (20.5f, good to soft) in December but came unstuck when bidding for the hat-trick at Naas last time and others look stronger from 9 lb out of the handicap. Improvement over fences before Christmas; well held latest; 9lb out of weights.

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16:40 Cheltenham Handicap Chase (Class 1) 21f Race Class Flow

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Connections waited as late as possible before deciding where JAGWAR would take his chance and the decision to go against more seasoned handicappers appears to be the correct move. He was brought along steadily as a hurdler and has really taken off over the larger obstacles, winning three of his four chase starts, including over C&D in January when Masaccio was back in third. Despite Alan King's grey being 6lb better off and sporting cheekpieces for the first time, the selection doesn't seem to have reached his ceiling in terms of his potential and his course experience has to be a huge positive. Jordans has to enter calculations having chased home Impaire Et Passe in the Faugheen over Christmas, while others for the shortlist include 2023 winner Seddon and Personal Ambition.

JAGWAR won what is traditionally a very strong C&D novice handicap in January and a 7 lb rise doesn't look enough to stop him up against largely older and more exposed opposition. Thecompanysergeant started out for Gavin Cromwell with a good third over hurdles and could have more to offer for his good new stable so he's second choice. Masaccio ran well for third behind the selection here last time and also makes the shortlist along with Path D'Oroux and last year's winner Shakem Up'arry.

Little between Masaccio and JAGWAR on their recent run here but the latter looked to find life quite easy that day and is preferred.

17:20 Cheltenham Handicap Chase (Class 2) 26f - 23 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
18 1st (18) (12/1 +33%) Daily Present	12 12/1(+33%)	(18) Daily Present 12/1, Lightly raced for his age but having opened his chase account at Down Royal in January 2024, he shaped as though still in top form when fifth in this race 12 months ago. Couple of solid third-place finishes in handicaps since returning, latterly in blinkers, but he's 3 lb higher this year. Well-beaten fifth in this last season but this 8yo could be stronger now one year on.
4 2nd (4) (9/2 +0%) Johnnywho	4.5 9/2(+0%)	(4) Johnnywho 9/2, Ended hurdling campaign with good fourth on handicap debut at Aintree and bettered that form when taking 3-runner novice at Carlisle on return/debut over fences. Hasn't really carried on the good work since, his jumping an issue, but feeling is that he has a bigger performance in him, Hasn't kicked on from chase debut win at Carlisle but no surprise if things click today.
3 3rd (3) (8/1 +0%) Sa Majeste	8 8/1(+0%)	(3) Sa Majeste 8/1, Pretty useful winner over hurdle at up to 20f (well backed for 2024 Coral Cup) and wasted little time surpassing that form over fences at up to 3m. Helped by a bad blunder from the runner-up for latest win in 5-runner minor event at Fairyhouse but he commands plenty of respect given connections. 2-4 over fences this term (small-field races); only a 7yo and he's from top Irish yard.
7 4th (7) (28/1 +0%) Weveallbeencaught	28 28/1(+0%)	(7) Weveallbeencaught 28/1, Following a relatively short stint for Christian Williams, he belatedly opened his chase account on first run since rejoining Nigel Twiston-Davies at Doncaster in January (3m). Seemed to find 8 lb rise in a better race beyond him in the Grimthorpe a fortnight ago. New headgear employed. Easy win at Doncaster in January but only fifth back there 12 days ago after 8lb rise.
9 5th (9) (40/1 +0%) Manothepeople	40 40/1(+0%)	(9) Manothepeople 40/1, Signed off last term in the perfect fashion with a C&D win in April and resumed with a good third at Chepstow. Wasn't on a "going" day returned to this venue next time but shaped a lot better than end result would suggest in the Edinburgh National last month, finishing tired. C&D winner; ran well in the Edinburgh National when failing to stay; might not be far away.
22 6th (22) (33/1 +34%) Grozni	33 33/1(+34%)	(22) Grozni 33/1, Change of headgear when gaining his first win for his current yard in handicap hurdle at Wetherby (21.2f) in December. Sound-enough effort since kept to timber and he was sixth from 2 lb higher in this race a year ago. Change of headgear. Won over hurdles in December but soundly beaten in this last year and others appeal more.
17 7th (17) (28/1 +15%) Wiseguy	28 28/1(+15%)	(17) Wiseguy 28/1, Ended 2023/24 in tame fashion but well prepared by leading stable to make a winning reappearance/return to chasing in 11-runner contest at Newbury in November. Way he shaped over 23.8f at Ascot last time suggests he's ready for this trip. Stayed on well over 3m at Ascot last month and today's extra yardage could be a plus.
24 8th (24) (50/1 +0%) Dom Of Mary	50 50/1(+0%)	(24) Dom Of Mary 50/1, Looked rusty after 8 months off/wind op when pulled up in handicap chase at Ascot (29.4f) but enhanced good record in the Sussex National when runner-up last month. Eighth in this race from the same mark a year ago. Went very close in Sussex National last month but has faded on both visits here.
2 9th (2) (11/1 +31%) Yeah Man	11 11/1(+31%)	(2) Yeah Man 11/1, Won the 2024 Grand National Trial at Haydock and took his form to a new level when third on the Troytown on November's reappearance (3m). Hampered early and shaped as though still in good heart when fourth at Gowran before unseating rider before the race took shape back at Haydock last month. Creditable third of 18 in the Troytown at Navan in November and he's not ruled out.
6 \|U\| (6) (8/1 +27%) Mint Boy	8 8/1(+27%)	(6) Mint Boy 8/1, Useful dual-winning hurdler at up to 3m in Ireland and ran his most encouraging race yet over fences when third of 8 in a maiden chase at Punchestown (22.7f). Looks the type to flourish in handicaps as his stamina is drawn out so he makes the shortlist. Mixed form in this novice chase campaign but the extra emphasis on stamina could be ideal.
11 10th (11) (14/1 +0%) Git Maker	14 14/1(+0%)	(11) Git Maker 14/1, Tough chaser who ended last season with an excellent effort in Scottish National (third) at Ayr. Sound-enough effort from out of the weights when fourth in Grand National Trial at Haydock last month and stamina his forte, but he'll need to jump better this time to be a factor in first-time headgear. Below best on both runs this term but second in this last year; contender if back on song.
23 11th (23) (7/1 +13%) Walking On Air	7 7/1(+13%)	(23) Walking On Air 7/1, Dual-winning hurdler for Nicky Henderson and posted a career best when runner-up on chase debut at Newbury in December 2023 off much higher mark. Low-key start for current connections but in the process of reviving when falling last at Doncaster (may well have won). Suddenly of major interest. Narrowly ahead when falling at final fence at Doncaster; remains well treated back up 4lb.
12 12th (12) (11/1 +31%) Nine Graces	11 11/1(+31%)	(12) Nine Graces 11/1, Progressive hurdler and now getting his act together over fences, runner-up at Fairyhouse in December before going one place better at Punchestown a month later. Unexposed as a staying chaser. Travelled well and found plenty at Punchestown; new trip could unlock further improvement.
16 13th (16) (16/1 +20%) Westerninthepark	16 16/1(+20%)	(16) Westerninthepark 16/1, Bumper/dual-hurdles winner who made a successful start in this sphere at Stratford (20.9f) in October and has remained in form since, placed in small fields next 3 starts. Shapes as though worth a try over this stiffer test of stamina. Boxed on well behind progressive winner over extended 2m6f last time; this trip may suit.
13 \|PU\| (13) (8/1 +0%) Midnight Our Fred	8 8/1(+0%)	(13) Midnight Our Fred 8/1, Huge career best when a 14-length winner of 6-runner handicap at Gowran in October and 2 months later, he backed that up from revised mark when second in good-quality contest at Leopardstown. Stays well and a reliable proposition. Jockey won this in 2018. Good form here last term and better than ever in Ireland this season; solid claims.
14 \|PU\| (14) (20/1 +0%) Music Of Tara	20 20/1(+0%)	(14) Music Of Tara 20/1, Left Henry De Bromhead but joined another top yard and was better than ever when winning 19-runner handicap hurdle at Navan (20f, soft) in January. Matched that form when third returned to fences at Punchestown (22f) last month but has never really shaped as though wanting this far. Two good runs since joining the yard but the step back up in trip may be a negative.
1 \|PU\| (1) (22/1 +0%) Fantastic Lady	22 22/1(+0%)	(1) Fantastic Lady 22/1, Better than ever when landing Grade 2 Oaksey Chase at Sandown (22.8f, good) on final start last season. Campaigned in listed company this term, finishing placed in a couple of small-field events but this may place too much emphasis in stamina. Cheekpieces on for the first time. Grade 2 win against males last April; current mark may be beyond her in competitive race.
8 \|PU\| (8) (33/1 -65%) Cleatus Poolaw	33 33/1(-65%)	(8) Cleatus Poolaw 33/1, Sole success under Rules came in a maiden hurdle at Naas in January 2024. Plenty of pretty useful effort in defeat and he took a step back in the right direction when mid-field at Punchestown last month. Expensive point winner may have more to offer with cheekpieces employed. Improvement needed but lightly raced and top Irish yard has good record in this race.
10 \|PU\| (10) (40/1 -21%) Sine Nomine	40 40/1(-21%)	(10) Sine Nomine 40/1, Confirmed herself one of the best hunters around when landing the Festival Challenge Cup at Cheltenham Festival (26.3f, heavy) a year ago. Let down by jumping both starts this term and this race will test her in that regard. Won the hunter chase here 12 months ago and this test of stamina is right up her street.
5 \|PU\| (5) (50/1 -25%) Gelino Bello	50 50/1(-25%)	(5) Gelino Bello 50/1, Smart form when winning 2 novice chases at the end of 2022 but very lightly raced since. Had wind op/off 23 months before a fair sixth of 10 in 3m Wincanton handicap hurdle in December but he recoiled from that effort returned to fences at Sandown. Promising novice in late 2022 but lightly raced since and pulled up at Sandown last month.
19 \|PU\| (19) (80/1 -60%) Galop De Chasse	80 80/1(-60%)	(19) Galop De Chasse 80/1, Won his only start of last season at Newbury (19.9f) and resumed from 12 months off with respectable placed efforts at Wetherby/Newbury. Reportedly bled when pulled up at Ascot and latest Kempton run hardly brimming with promise. Upped markedly in trip with lots to prove. Below par the last twice and there are doubts about both his stamina and his current form.
20 \|PU\| (20) (80/1 -60%) Now Where Or When	80 80/1(-60%)	(20) Now Where Or When 80/1, All the better for reappearance tackling a more suitable distance (3m) when cashing in on a falling mark at Down Royal in January. Revised British mark to contend with and he's more exposed than some of these. Won at Down Royal in January but this 10yo could be vulnerable in this much hotter race.
21 \|PU\| (21) (125/1 -150%) Pats Fancy	125 125/1(-150%)	(21) Pats Fancy 125/1, Developed into a useful chaser in 2021/22 but fleeting appearances since and he looks on the downgrade. 10yo; on a reduced mark but well beaten at Sandown last month when back from latest layoff.

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17:20 Cheltenham Handicap Chase (Class 2) 26f Race Class Flow

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Derek O'Connor carried the JP McManus colours to victory in this contest last year and the leading amateur partners Johnnywho this time. The latter finished last of three at Windsor in January, but was eased down on the run-in and much better is expected from him. Sa Majeste also sports the McManus colours and just prevailed at Fairyhouse last time. There looks more to come from Willie Mullins' inmate over this extra distance, while Midnight Our Fred has finished second over these fences three times now and faced a stiff task when runner-up in a Listed handicap at Leopardstown on his latest start. Nine Graces is 13lb higher than when scoring at Punchestown, but MINT BOY looks potentially well treated representing last year's winning trainer. Gavin Cromwell's improving chaser is only 4lb higher than when third over 2m7f at Punchestown last month and should prove a more potent force here with his stamina brought into play.

Gavin Cromwell landed an almighty punt in this race a year ago and has a couple of very live chances in MINT BOY and Yeah Man. There's slightly more substance to the latter's form but the former could take off over this sort of trip, so is marginally preferred. Johnnywho certainly won't lack for assistance from the saddle so he's feared, with Manofthepeople one to consider at longer odds with her rider having won this race before.

Having narrowly hit the front when falling at the final fence at Doncaster in January, WALKING ON AIR can make amends today.

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