Chester Races & Results Tomform Saturday 30th September 2023
There were 58 Races on Saturday 30th September 2023 across 8 meetings. There was 7 races at Newmarket, 7 races at Killarney, 7 races at Haydock, 7 races at Gowran Park, 7 races at Ripon, 7 races at Market Rasen, 8 races at Chester, 8 races at Chelmsford-City, no doubt Tomform helped you find a winner.
Races & Results Saturday 30th September 2023
The data in the racecards below is for the past year. View the racecard key.
(4) Activated 11/1, Twice-raced maiden. 5/1, sixth of 12 in maiden at Windsor (6f, good to firm) 26 days ago. More needed. Not got the start right in either of her Windsor runs; improvement required to win.
2
2nd (2) (15/2 +46%) Eye Of Dubai
7.5
15/2(+46%)
(2) Eye Of Dubai 15/2, £42,000 Havana Grey colt. Dam French winner up to 1¼m (2-y-o 1m winner). Has had wind surgery ahead of debut. The betting should help guide to expectations. £42,000 yearling; dam successful over further; wind op prior to debut; market useful.
3
3rd (3) (5/6 +9%) Robbo
0.833333
5/6(+9%)
(3) Robbo 5/6, Better with each start, edged out only by a useful prospect at Haydock (6f, good to firm) 23 days ago. Ought to take a bit of stopping if he copes with the softer ground this afternoon. Good 2nd at Haydock last time and that sets the standard; has hung left twice; contender.
1
4th (1) (15/8 -7%) Berkshire Nugget
1.875
15/8(-7%)
(1) Berkshire Nugget 15/8, Twice-raced maiden. 11/8, met trouble when fourth of 12 in maiden at this course (7f, soft) 15 days ago, not knocked about. Remains open to progress. Didn't fulfill debut promise on 2nd run (excuses) but early days & drop in trip may help.
LTO Selection:
13:30 Chester Stakes (Class 4) 6f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 4 race.
Runner-up on his last two outings, including when only beaten a neck at Haydock last time out, ROBBO sets the standard and could be tough to beat. Berkshire Nugget did not get the clearest of runs when looking to challenge over 7f here last time out and he must enter calculations, along with Activated, who has strong claims on her debut effort at Windsor. Any market support for Eye Of Dubai would have to be noted.
ROBBO sets a decent standard on his latest Haydock near miss and is preferred to Andrew Balding's Berkshire Nugget who had an excuse when a beaten favourite here last time and remains capable of better.
(1) Tashkhan 3/1, Winless since 2021 but he's posted some solid efforts this year, including when third in a York Group 3 in July. Unable to land a telling blow when midfield in last month's Ebor but this rates his easiest assignment for some time. No win since 2021 but campaigned mostly at Listed/Group level; claims in calmer waters.
4
2nd (4) (9/2 +10%) Emiyn
4.5
9/2(+10%)
(4) Emiyn 9/2, Won this 12 months ago and enhanced his good course record under a well-judged ride when seeing off It's Good To Laugh over extended 14.4f in July. Typically took strong hold and weakened out of things over 20f at Goodwood since but he can't be discounted around here. Front-runner with good Chester record; 2m4f stretched him latest; can bounce straight back.
9
3rd (9) (7/2 +30%) Baez
3.5
7/2(+30%)
(9) Baez 7/2, Has thrived on her racing in recent months, displaying a likeable attitude to bring up the 4-timer over 2m here 15 days ago, pulling a long way clear with runner-up in the process. This demands more from out of the weights but she's certainly not underestimated. Thriving but 6lb out of handicap here and will need big career best to make in 5 in a row.
7
4th (7) (7/1 +7%) Yorkindness
7
7/1(+7%)
(7) Yorkindness 7/1, Typical of one from this yard she's thriving on her racing, making it four wins from last 5 starts when landing 5-runner Musselburgh handicap (2m) 2 weeks ago. Only 2 lb higher here and she's versatile as regards ground. Made it four wins in last five starts when seeing off It's Good To Laugh at Musselburgh.
6
5th (6) (15/2 -36%) Zealandia
7.5
15/2(-36%)
(6) Zealandia 15/2, Has gradually worked his way back to top form this term, getting off the mark in comfortable fashion at Goodwood (14f) 5 weeks ago. Unexposed granted this sort of test and of interest from 4 lb higher mark with cheekpieces back on. Won well over 1m6f on soft latest but this asks a different question stamina wise.
8
6th (8) (20/1 -122%) Pons Aelius
20
20/1(-122%)
(8) Pons Aelius 20/1, Posted runner-up efforts at Newmarket/here prior to opening his account for the campaign at Goodwood (2m) in June. Largely run with credit in defeat subsequently but others appeal more for win purposes operating from out of the weights. Running respectably since 2m Goodwood win in June but might be vulnerable for the win.
3
7th (3) (16/1 -60%) The Grand Visir
16
16/1(-60%)
(3) The Grand Visir 16/1, Winless since 2019 but confirmed he's still a useful performer this year, good third in 10-runner Ascot handicap (2m) on penultimate start in August. Fourth in steadily run Doncaster Cup since and whilst this more suitable others appeal more for win purposes. Blinkers replace visor. Seemed to run well in Doncaster Cup but previous handicaps runs leave him a bit to find.
5
8th (5) (7/1 +13%) It's Good To Laugh
7
7/1(+13%)
(5) It's Good To Laugh 7/1, Dual purpose performer who ran well to finish third behind an unexposed pair in C&D Chester Plate in May. Best excused next start and he's run with credit to finish runner-up all 3 starts with give underfoot since. Should go well again. Runner-up twice here (including to Emiyn) before chasing home Yorkindness at Musselburgh.
2
9th (2) (40/1 -60%) Earlofthecotswolds
40
40/1(-60%)
(2) Earlofthecotswolds 40/1, Useful hurdler who notched a fourth AW conditions' event to his tally back on the level at Wolverhampton (16.5f) in March. Well beaten next 2 starts but his latest sixth of 8 in handicap at Goodwood (2m) was a better display 25 days ago. Useful under both codes but latest sixth shows he needs more from his mark.
LTO Selection:
14:05 Chester Handicap (Class 2) 19f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 2 race.
This can go the way of course-specialist EMIYN, who won this contest last year off 7lb lower and was also victorious here over shorter in July. The six-year-old remains unexposed over marathon trips and may have too much class for Baez, who is up in grade and in search of a five-timer. The recent Goodwood winner Zealandia and the Group 1-placed Tashkhan can also have a say in proceedings.
Plenty of these arrive with claims and it could just pay to take a chance on ZEALANDIA. Unexposed at this sort of trip, he's gradually worked his way back to form, getting off the mark for the campaign at Goodwood and a 4 lb higher mark shouldn't prevent him going well again. Tashkhan faces his easiest assignment for a while and he shouldn't be underestimated, with Baez and last year's winner Emiyn others in the mix.
(2) Prince Of Zenda 6/5, Matched the pick of his 2-y-o form when runner-up on handicap debut/reappearance at Ascot in May. Followed that with a below-par effort at Sandown 13 days later but big chance if bouncing back.
4
2nd (4) (11/10 -10%) Britannica
1.1
11/10(-10%)
(4) Britannica 11/10, 310,000 gns yearling by Lope de Vega from the family of Arc winner Solemia. Ran a bit below the level of her first 2 starts when second at Thirsk (7f) in May but still has leading claims in a thin novice.
1
3rd (1) (9/1 +36%) Night Breeze
9
9/1(+36%)
(1) Night Breeze 9/1, Twice-raced maiden who failed to progress from debut when sixth of 12 in minor event at Kempton (8f, 100/1) 24 days ago.
3
4th (3) (20/1 -25%) Shaka
20
20/1(-25%)
(3) Shaka 20/1, Twice-raced maiden who showed a bit more than first time up when third of 8 in minor event (66/1) at Redcar (6f, good) 11 days ago. Back up in trip.
LTO Selection:
14:35 Chester Stakes (Class 3) 8f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 3 race.
BRITANNICA has shown more than enough in her three career outings to suggest that she can get off the mark here. The slight step up in trip on this occasion is a plus and she may have too much for Prince of Zenda, who has not been in action since May but was runner-up to a subsequent Royal Ascot winner on his penultimate start. Night Breeze has plenty to find but cannot be ruled out either.
There's little to separate BRITANNICA and Prince of Zenda on form, but the former is less exposed after just the 3 starts and is narrowly preferred on that score.
(4) Democracy Dilemma 4/1, C&D winner in 2022 and has 3 5f handicap wins this year. Respectable fifth of 12 in handicap at Haydock (5f, good to firm, 14/1) 21 days ago, going off too hard. Will take some pegging back if he can get to the front from stall 5. Capable of useful form on his day & this sharp test will suit him well; greatly respected.
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2nd (7) (7/2 +13%) Count D'orsay
3.5
7/2(+13%)
(7) Count D'orsay 7/2, C&D winner. Good second of 9 in handicap at Beverley (5f, heavy, 9/2) 10 days ago. Has the inside stall and much respected after just a 1 lb nudge. Enjoying a good summer and faces suitable conditions; well drawn; one to take seriously.
9
3rd (9) (11/1 +31%) Thankuappreciate
11
11/1(+31%)
(9) Thankuappreciate 11/1, Just a 6f novice win to his name but plenty of creditable efforts in sprint handicaps this year, including when fifth of 11 at Carlisle (6f, good) on his first run for Declan Carroll. Ran poorly at York last weekend, though. Conditions won't be an issue but can fluff the start and won't get away with it here.
1
4th (1) (5/1 +29%) Dream Composer
5
5/1(+29%)
(1) Dream Composer 5/1, Has shown improved form this year, bagging his third handicap success of the campaign at Sandown in July. Not on a going day in the Portland at Doncaster last time but he's the type to bounce back. Rare lacklustre effort at Doncaster two weeks ago; well drawn and type to bounce back.
3
5th (3) (4/1 -45%) Roman Dragon
4
4/1(-45%)
(3) Roman Dragon 4/1, Five-time winner over 6f here, the latest a 7-runner event on soft a fortnight ago. His record here affords him plenty of respect but he's drawn wide tackling a bare 5f for the first time. Loves it here and comes here in top form; drop to 5f not sure to be beneficial though.
6
6th (6) (6/1 -9%) Seantrabh
6
6/1(-9%)
(6) Seantrabh 6/1, Career best when winning 11-runner C&D handicap (good to soft, 15/2) 28 days ago. Managed to overcome an identical stall 9 on that occasion but it's still not ideal. Ready C&D win four weeks ago; 4lb rise fair enough but stall 9 doesn't look ideal.
2
7th (2) (14/1 -115%) Lord Riddiford
14
14/1(-115%)
(2) Lord Riddiford 14/1, Latest win at Goodwood in August. 5/2, 2¾ lengths sixth of 7 to Lihou back at Goodwood (5f, heavy) since. Impressive off 7lb lower at Glorious Goodwood; slow away latest; has ability to feature.
5
8th (5) (18/1 -125%) Lihou
18
18/1(-125%)
(5) Lihou 18/1, Course winner. Five wins from 14 runs this year, the latest at Goodwood in August. Latest Haydock run best ignored as he was caught wide of where the main action unfolded. Five wins in 5f handicaps this year; not at best at Haydock last time but goes well here.
LTO Selection:
15:10 Chester Handicap (Class 3) 5f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 3 race.
Roman Dragon has a good record here but has drawn the eight stall as he looks for his first success over this trip, which is a slight concern. COUNT D'ORSAY was a short-head second over 5f at Beverley 10 days ago and is arguably the one to beat on the back of that performance, leaving Lord Riddiford and Democracy Dilemma as the pick of the remainder.
Although he rather overdid things in front at the May meeting this track should be tailormade for DEMOCRACY DILEMMA and he could take a bit of stopping if he can get across and grab the rail from stall 5. Dream Composer is a lot better than he showed in the Portland and is second choice ahead of Count d'Orsay.
(4) Dreams Adozen 5/4, Model of consistency since headgear was applied, landing a Hamilton maiden before following up back in handicap company at Bath (14f) 3 starts back. Hard to knock her runner-up efforts both starts since and with forecast conditions fine, she's a leading player again. Yet to run a bad race since headgear went on; player in her bid for a third win of 2023.
6
2nd (6) (9/1 +25%) Ae Fond Kiss
9
9/1(+25%)
(6) Ae Fond Kiss 9/1, Ffos Las novice winner (at 7.3f) last summer who stepped up on reappearance run on AW when runner-up at Sandown (9f) in May. Respectable efforts at up to 11.6f subsequently and she's now operating from career-low mark. Up in trip. Yet to score this term but in decent nick; bit more is needed from 1lb out of the handicap.
5
3rd (5) (7/1 -17%) Tafsir
7
7/1(-17%)
(5) Tafsir 7/1, Improved performer this year, gaining third success of the campaign at Musselburgh (14f) in August. Shrugged off lesser effort without being seen to best effect when second at Hamilton (12f) latest and this step back up in trip a likely plus. Good Hamilton second latest; consistent and well in the mix now returned to further.
9
4th (9) (9/4 +50%) Surrey Belle
2.25
9/4(+50%)
(9) Surrey Belle 9/4, Golden Horn filly who has made the frame all 3 starts in handicaps, albeit shade disconcerting the step up to 1½m failed to bring about improvement when third at Ffos Las 5 weeks ago. Still, it remains early days and interesting connections opt to step her up further in trip. Progressive daughter of Golden Horn; merits serious consideration on her first go at 1m6f.
3
5th (3) (11/1 -83%) Ragosina
11
11/1(-83%)
(3) Ragosina 11/1, Bright start in handicaps, off the mark in first-time cheekpieces at Newmarket (10f) in June. Has run to a similar level in defeat tackling 1½m both starts since and longer trip needs to unlock a little more progress. Cheekpieces back on. Off the mark at Newmarket and not disgraced on both her subsequent starts; possibilities.
7
6th (7) (14/1 +13%) Alchemystique
14
14/1(+13%)
(7) Alchemystique 14/1, Flat/hurdles winner who ran up to her best in this sphere when runner up here (12.3f, heavy) in June. However, not at anything like the same level either outing since and she's operating from 2 lb out of the weights on this occasion. Winless since 2021 and recent form isn't overly encouraging either, others appeal more.
LTO Selection:
15:45 Chester Handicap (Class 4) 14f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 4 race.
TAFSIR ticks plenty of boxes having won at Musselburgh in August and she was a close second off this mark over 1m4f at Hamilton on her most recent outing. With that in mind, the four-year-old gets the vote in an open event. Charlie Johnston has his string in good form right now, suggesting that the recent Catterick second Dreams Adozen is also a player, along with Surrey Belle.
DREAMS ADOZEN has proved to be a model of consistency since the headgear was applied, winning twice before solid placed efforts over C&D/Catterick in recent weeks. She earns the vote to come out on top, with Surrey Belle and Tafsir fancied to give Charlie Johnston's filly most to think about.
(6) G'daay 17/2, Back on the scoreboard at Epsom (7f) in July. Made the frame next 2 starts and shaped as if still in good form before hanging his chance away late on when sixth in 12-runner handicap at Southwell (7f) 17 days ago. Both turf wins at 7f on good to firm; more to do than for Epsom win in July.
9
1st (9) (5/1 +69%) Ramiro
5
5/1(+69%)
(9) Ramiro 5/1, Confirmed more positive signs for this yard when getting on top late on at Ayr (6f) in July and ran to a similar level when third at Yarmouth (7f) later that month. Creditable efforts on 2 of his 3 starts since but he can ill afford a slow start here. Has C&D form but latest win at 6f and tough to win at this level from the widest draw.
8
2nd (8) (14/1 +0%) Legal Reform
14
14/1(+0%)
(8) Legal Reform 14/1, Rattled off a quick-fire hat-trick on AW/turf during the spring (all at 7f) and emerged with credit (best of those ridden prominently) when fifth over extended 7f here in July. Remains 4 lb above last winning mark starting out for new yard but still respected. Hat-trick over 7f in the spring for previous yard; higher grade today and drawn high.
5
3rd (5) (12/1 +40%) Broken Spear
12
12/1(+40%)
(5) Broken Spear 12/1, C&D winner who ended losing run returned to sprinting at Leicester (6f) in May. Not in same form confined to just 2 starts since, never involved when sixth of 9 in handicap at Thirsk (7f, heavy) in August. C&D winner; has won on good to soft and soft; never threatened in two runs since break.
2
4th (2) (5/1 -43%) Love De Vega
5
5/1(-43%)
(2) Love De Vega 5/1, Bagged another couple of small field contests last month, seen to good effect dictating matters for the latest at Musselburgh (7f). Found run of good form coming to a halt up in grade at Ascot latest but this promises to prove less demanding and handy draw to operate from. Won at 6f and 7f before outgunned in big 7f Ascot handicap; better chance in this grade.
3
5th (3) (7/2 +22%) Hodler
3.5
7/2(+22%)
(3) Hodler 7/2, Stepped up markedly on first 2 starts this term when successful over C&D in May. Exploits have been rather mixed in a light campaign since, though he did travel with purpose for a long way when seventh in handicap at Newbury (7f) latest. Just 1 lb above last winning mark now. Disappointed last week but C&D winner on soft in May and fair effort here two runs ago.
10
6th (10) (25/1 +50%) King Of Tonga
25
25/1(+50%)
(10) King Of Tonga 25/1, Successful twice on the Roodee during a productive 2022 campaign. However, hasn't scaled same heights as a rule this term and recent efforts have been underwhelming. Bit to prove at present stepping back up in trip. Won at 7f in 2019 but better known as a sprinter now and first run at trip for two years.
7
7th (7) (15/2 +32%) Red Mirage
7.5
15/2(+32%)
(7) Red Mirage 15/2, Gone well at this track previously so shade disappointing she couldn't make a better fist of things back on soft ground/from reduced mark when 8½ lengths fifth of 11 to Evocative Spark in a C&D handicap 2 weeks ago. Good draw to work from if first-time blinkers have positive effect. Course winner in 2022 but low key in latest two turf runs, including here 15 days ago.
4
8th (4) (5/2 +0%) Evocative Spark
2.5
5/2(+0%)
(4) Evocative Spark 5/2, Tumbled in the weights this campaign but confirmed positive signs from penultimate start here when running out a ready winner of a C&D handicap (soft) 2 weeks ago. Remains with handicapping scope on old form and very much one to be interested in. Found form for new trainer, came clear here latest; still 5lb lower than C&D win last June.
LTO Selection:
16:20 Chester Handicap (Class 4) 7f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 4 race.
G'daay is a specialist over this trip and has won off this mark before, which suggests that he can go close. However, LOVE DE VEGA won at Hamilton and Musselburgh before finding the company too hot at Ascot in a better race last time and he can go close back down in grade. Legal Reform is an alternative who could go well on his first start for a new yard.
EVOCATIVE SPARK confirmed the promise of his previous run here when running out an emphatic winner over C&D 2 weeks ago and, remaining with handicapping scope on the pick of last season's form, all looks set fair for another big run. Hodler travelled well for a long way at Newbury and back at the scene of his last success is a threat. Legal Reform and Justcallmepete are others in the mix.
Love De Vega can go well but EVOCATIVE SPARK (nap) has found his form again and is still well treated despite his win last time.
(2) Reel Rosie 25/1, Returned to form on her first outing for this yard when fifth of 8 in handicap at Bath (11.6f, firm) earlier in the month, albeit well positioned. Not in the same form at Yarmouth since, though.
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2nd (4) (10/3 -67%) Compliant
3.333333
10/3(-67%)
(4) Compliant 10/3, 10/3, looked likeliest winner when jinking and unseating rider entering last ½f in handicap at this course (12.3f, soft) 14 days ago. Visor on for 1st time. Has to be taken seriously.
3
3rd (3) (15/8 +66%) Atlantis Blue
1.875
15/8(+66%)
(3) Atlantis Blue 15/8, Fairly useful maiden who did too much too soon when third of 8 in minor event (10/3) at Kempton (12f) 12 days ago.
6
4th (6) (8/1 -33%) Dandy's Angel
8
8/1(-33%)
(6) Dandy's Angel 8/1, Notched her fifth victory of the campaign when just holding on in 10-runner handicap at Beverley (9.9f, heavy) 10 days ago. Should continue in form.
1
5th (1) (7/1 -17%) Thebeautifulgame
7
7/1(-17%)
(1) Thebeautifulgame 7/1, Ran well after 4 months off when third of 10 in handicap (20/1) at Sandown (9f, good) 41 days ago, never nearer. Drops into a 0-80 and of interest.
5
|PU| (5) (3/1 +50%) Honeymooner
3
3/1(+50%)
(5) Honeymooner 3/1, Followed up her Bath success in 4-runner handicap at Ffos Las (10f, soft) 16 days ago, very much having run of race. Nudged up only 1 lb.
LTO Selection:
16:53 Chester Handicap (Class 4) 10f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 4 race.
HONEYMOONER successfully recorded a double when going in by a nose at Ffos Las last time and she was only put up 1lb for that success, which may not be enough to prevent her from making it a hat-trick. Thebeautifulgame is a big player after a third at Sandown on her latest outing and she goes off the same rating here, while Compliant isn't ruled out either in a first-time visor.
COMPLIANT would have gone very close to winning without her late mishap here a fortnight ago and, with a first-time visor likely to aid her concentration, she's taken to gain compensation. Thebeautifulgame ran well on her return from a break at Sandown last month and is of interest now dropping into a 0-80, with the in-form Dandy's Angel also feared.
(4) He's A Gentleman 7/1, Has only a sole win to his name but is going through a good spell at the moment, latest when third of 13 in handicap at Southwell (8.1f, 17/2) 24 days ago. Handles soft ground and comes here on the back of some solid efforts in defeat.
3
1st (3) (3.33/1 +17%) King's Code
3.33
3.33/1(+17%)
(3) King's Code 3.33/1, 2 wins from 5 runs this year, latest at Newbury in August. 7/2, ran at least as well in defeat when third of 12 in handicap at Haydock (8.2f, good to firm) 3 weeks ago, nearest finish. Can make presence felt. Nothing wrong with latest length defeat behind a good yardstick at Newbury.
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2nd (7) (6.5/1 -8%) Love Your Work
6.5
6.5/1(-8%)
(7) Love Your Work 6.5/1, Twelve runs since last win in 2022. 9/1, bounced back to something like his best after 12 weeks off when second of 11 in handicap at Newcastle (7.1f) 11 days ago. Expected to be bang there having his first start of the year on turf. Better known for AW exploits and came from well off the pace to be second at Newcastle.
2
3rd (2) (4/1 +75%) Thunder Roar
4
4/1(+75%)
(2) Thunder Roar 4/1, Winner at Ayr in July. Ran poorly when thirteenth of 17 in handicap at York (7f, good, 13/2) a couple of months ago. Bounce back required and wide draw not helpful. Soft-ground winner in July off 2lb lower; poor at York latest but could bounce back.
13
4th (13) (6/1 +40%) Mister Sox
6
6/1(+40%)
(13) Mister Sox 6/1, 15/2, career best when winning 9-runner handicap at Catterick (7f, heavy) 7 days ago. Up 4 lb and fancied to remain competitive with forecast soft conditions no problem. Winner last week; up 4lb but goes on soft and 1m also suits.
5
5th (5) (15/2 +53%) Ring Of Gold
7.5
15/2(+53%)
(5) Ring Of Gold 15/2, 17/2, made the frame for the eleventh start in succession when third of 11 in handicap at Beverley (7.4f, good to firm) 45 days ago. Wide draw tempers enthusiasm somewhat here though. Has returned from a break with two thirds on slow and fast ground.
12
6th (12) (3/1 +50%) Lockdown Lass
3
3/1(+50%)
(12) Lockdown Lass 3/1, Gained more reward for her consistency when winning 12-runner handicap (7/2) at this course (7f, soft) 15 days ago, digging deep. Nudged up just 3 lb for that but has stall 12 to contend with here and that is far from ideal. In-form mare who goes well here but stall 12 asks questions of her.
10
7th (10) (25/1 -56%) Waleyfa
25
25/1(-56%)
(10) Waleyfa 25/1, 3 wins from 6 runs this year. Latest win at Wolverhampton in May. 4/1, failed to land a blow bidding for the hat-trick when fifth of 7 in handicap at Yarmouth (8f, good to firm) 4 months ago. She's better on the all-weather, so others appeal more. Better on the AW and soft ground doesn't look a good fit back from a break.
6
8th (6) (80/1 -60%) Beylerbeyi
80
80/1(-60%)
(6) Beylerbeyi 80/1, 150/1, made little impression on first run since leaving Jean-Claude Rouget (€7,000) when ninth of 12 in handicap at this course (6.1f, soft) on UK debut 15 days ago, not ideally placed. Up in trip. Ex-French; 150-1 here last time but going okay when hampered; up in trip.
8
9th (8) (50/1 +0%) Berkshire Phantom
50
50/1(+0%)
(8) Berkshire Phantom 50/1, Fairly useful winner for Andrew Balding but well held all 4 starts for this yard. Shown little since moving yards and held by King's Code on their recent Haydock clash.
11
10th (11) (66/1 -32%) Indrapura Star
66
66/1(-32%)
(11) Indrapura Star 66/1, 50/1 and hooded for 1st time, again showed little when ninth of 11 in handicap at Beverley (7.4f, good to soft) 74 days ago. Easy to look elsewhere. Well beaten in two 7f handicaps on fast and slow ground, latterly in a hood.
LTO Selection:
17:28 Chester Handicap (Class 5) 8f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 5 race.
Lockdown Lass struck in a similar race over 7f at this track earlier in the month and she has to be respected off a 3lb higher rating. However, preference is for HE'S A GENTLEMAN, who is well drawn and has been running consistently well of late. He was third at Southwell last time and that followed a narrow defeat at Ayr in August. Mister Sox and Ring Of Gold complete the shortlist.
An open-looking finale but LOVE YOUR WORK bounced back to his best when finishing runner-up at Newcastle recently and operating from a lower turf mark, Rebecca Menzies' 7-y-o can snap a lengthy losing run with Franny Norton in the plate an added bonus. King's Code hasn't put a foot wrong for his new yard, so he may emerge as the main danger, with Roman Dynasty and Lockdown Lass another couple fancied to go well.
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Please Watch this short video that will help you learn how to use Tomform.com to filter out the runners and find a winner in each race.
This is the 16:15 Kempton race from the video above backed at 28/1 earlier in the day.
About U.K Horse Racing
Horse racing is a popular and historic sport in the UK, with a tradition dating back centuries. It is a multi-billion pound industry that attracts millions of spectators each year and generates significant economic activity.
There are two main types of horse racing in the UK: flat racing and jump racing. Flat racing is run on a level course and is typically shorter in distance, while jump racing involves horses jumping over obstacles and is generally longer in distance. Both types of racing are popular with spectators and bettors, and they take place at various racetracks throughout the country.
The most famous horse racing event in the UK is the Grand National, which is held annually at Aintree Racecourse in Liverpool. It is a jump racing event that is known for its challenging course and has become a national institution in the UK. Other notable horse racing events in the UK include the Derby, held at Epsom Downs Racecourse in Surrey, and the Royal Ascot, held at Ascot Racecourse in Berkshire.
Horse racing in the UK is regulated by the British Horseracing Authority (BHA), which sets rules and standards for the industry. It is responsible for the welfare of racehorses and the safety of jockeys and trainers, as well as ensuring fair and transparent racing practices.
In addition to its economic and cultural importance, horse racing in the UK also plays a significant role in the breeding and training of thoroughbred horses. Many of the world's top thoroughbreds are bred and trained in the UK, and the industry plays a vital role in the preservation and promotion of the breed.
Overall, horse racing is an integral part of British culture and a major contributor to the country's economy. It is a thrilling and exciting sport that continues to attract a loyal following and generate significant interest from spectators and bettors around the world.
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