Exeter Races & Results Tomform Tuesday 24th October 2023

There were 30 Races on Tuesday 24th October 2023 across 4 meetings. There was 7 races at Hereford, 7 races at Exeter, 7 races at Yarmouth, 9 races at Wolverhampton, no doubt Tomform helped you find a winner.

Races & Results Tuesday 24th October 2023

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

14:00 Exeter Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 18f - 18 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Dist Win % Dist Place % Dist Betfair Place % Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Weight Runs Age Comments
2
1st (2) Wolfspear (16/1 -14%)
Wolfspear

16
16/1(-14%)
(2) Wolfspear 16/1, Won a Perth handicap hurdle in May 2022 but well beaten back there the following month and not seen since. Betting is perhaps the best guide to expectations after such a long spell on the sidelines.
Long-time absent but he's only 1lb higher than for his previous handicap win.
5
2nd (5) Stanley Pincombe (11/1 +8%)
Stanley Pincombe

11
11/1(+8%)
(5) Stanley Pincombe 11/1, In good form back hurdling with a win at Taunton and a second at Wincanton in the spring. Not so good at Fontwell in May and has been freshened up since.
In good form earlier this year with a first at Taunton and second at Wincanton.
3
3rd (3) Sam's Amour (28/1 -56%)
Sam's Amour

28
28/1(-56%)
(3) Sam's Amour 28/1, Better effort in maiden hurdles in March when 4 lengths third of 9 at Taunton. Unexposed now handicapping back from a 6-month break.
Running style and pedigree suggest that this stiffer stamina test will suit on h'cap debut.
6
4th (6) Lady Gwen (9/1 -20%)
Lady Gwen

9
9/1(-20%)
(6) Lady Gwen 9/1, Improved to make a winning reappearance for her new yard at Stratford (18.5f) in July. Shaped better than result when fifth there next time and showed she's still in good form when second of 10 at Worcester (2m, soft) 12 days ago. One to consider.
Returning to her winning level when close up at Worcester following wind surgery.
15
5th (15) Merry Monty (22/1 +45%)
Merry Monty

22
22/1(+45%)
(15) Merry Monty 22/1, Modest form in bumpers/novice hurdles in 2021/22. Switches to handicap company on first outing for 19 months. Can only be watched.
Poor in novices and he now goes handicapping after a long absence.
14
6th (14) Gyllen (18/1 +45%)
Gyllen

18
18/1(+45%)
(14) Gyllen 18/1, 12/1, below form sixth of 15 in handicap hurdle at Taunton (19f, good to soft) when last seen in December. First run for yard after leaving Mitchell Hunt.
Made it 0-10 over hurdles tailed off at Taunton last December and returns for a new yard.
8
7th (8) Sassified (11/2 -38%)
Sassified

5.5
11/2(-38%)
(8) Sassified 11/2, Made it 3 wins in last 4 starts when readily seeing off 11 rivals at Fontwell (19f, good) 18 days ago. A further 4 lb rise is unlikely to prevent another prominent showing.
Won three of his last four; has another 4lb to deal with but that looks manageable.
13
8th (13) Weaver's Answer (4/1 +38%)
Weaver's Answer

4
4/1(+38%)
(13) Weaver's Answer 4/1, Yet to finish out of the first 4 in 5 starts in handicaps, returning from 6 months off to shed his maiden status at Uttoxeter (2m) 16 days ago. Another to consider.
Breakthrough was coming and he was ridden out to prevail by just over 2l at Uttoxeter.
17
9th (17) Watchoutitscookie (16/1 -45%)
Watchoutitscookie

16
16/1(-45%)
(17) Watchoutitscookie 16/1, In good form when last seen in the spring, including a win at Wincanton. Much depends on whether he's primed after 6 months off.
Could go well if fitness isn't an issue on first run since April.
11
10th (11) Pittsburg (11/1 -10%)
Pittsburg

11
11/1(-10%)
(11) Pittsburg 11/1, In good form in recent months, winning back-to-back handicap over fences at Perth and Market Rasen in August and placed on all 4 outings since, finishing third of 15 in a 2m handicap hurdle here on latest. Should get involved again.
Consistent but has nearly 10l to find with Cawthorne Cracker on their recent clash here.
4
11th (4) No Rematch (22/1 +33%)
No Rematch

22
22/1(+33%)
(4) No Rematch 22/1, Has struggled since winning a claiming hurdle at Leicester in February. Returns from 5 months off having rejoined the Evan Williams stable.
Has lost his way but a revival is not out of the question back with previous yard.
16
12th (16) Wilderness (22/1 -57%)
Wilderness

22
22/1(-57%)
(16) Wilderness 22/1, Still capable of fair form on the Flat but could only finish fifth of 7 back hurdling at Newton Abbot last month. Well beaten back on the Flat since, too.
Hasn't been in the best of form under either code this autumn.
10
13th (10) Moonlight Artist (11/1 +45%)
Moonlight Artist

11
11/1(+45%)
(10) Moonlight Artist 11/1, Only modest form in bumpers/novice hurdles last season but this half-brother to numerous winners could make more of an impact now handicapping on his reappearance.
Modest so far but this 5yo could be open to some improvement now handicapping.
1
14th (1) College Oak (66/1 -164%)
College Oak

66
66/1(-164%)
(1) College Oak 66/1, Has struggled since a handicap hurdle win at Stratford in summer 2022, finishing a remote third back chasing at Worcester last month.
Has been quiet since returning, in no headgear over hurdles and fences.
18
|PU| (18) Cawthorne Cracker (10/3 +26%)
Cawthorne Cracker

3.333333
10/3(+26%)
(18) Cawthorne Cracker 10/3, Improved since handicapping, third at Southwell before winning a 15-runner event here (Pittsburg third) 12 days ago. This 4-y-o could easily have more to come.
Front two came clear when winning over 2m here recently; raised a fair 5lb.
9
|PU| (9) The Punt (28/1 -40%)
The Punt

28
28/1(-40%)
(9) The Punt 28/1, Second in sole bumper. Unable to make a significant impact in maiden/novice hurdles this summer but rates a potential improver now handicapping. All the more interesting if backed.
Second in a bumper but inferior form over hurdles; handicap debut here.
12
|PU| (12) Thistlebuffs (33/1 -32%)
Thistlebuffs

33
33/1(-32%)
(12) Thistlebuffs 33/1, Some promise first 2 starts in novice hurdles but has struggled since switched to handicaps, pulling up in a Worcester chase on recent first outing for the David Pipe yard. Has blinkers added now reverting to hurdles.
Has been chasing and he was tailed off in his previous handicap hurdle.
7
|PU| (7) Sufi (66/1 -65%)
Sufi

66
66/1(-65%)
(7) Sufi 66/1, Made a winning reappearance at Stratford in June but below par in 3 outings since, including at Ludlow 13 days ago. Bounce back needed.
Infrequent winner who has been below par in three runs since winning in June.
LTO Selection:

14:00 Exeter Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 18f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 5 race.

SASSIFIED made it three wins from his last four starts when staying on to score over 2m3f at Fontwell earlier in the month and and a 4lb rise for that victory may not be enough to prevent this progressive five-year-old from going in again today. Lady Gwen only missed out by half a length off 1lb lower at Worcester last time and another bold bid is expected from Kim Bailey's mare, while Pittsburg completes the shortlist after a string of good efforts in defeat.

Lots with chances in this big-field opener. Recent course scorer CAWTHORNE CRACKER has the potential for better again and gets the vote. Fellow last-time-out winners Weaver's Answer and Sassified head the dangers along with Lady Gwen and Pittsburg. Handicap-newcomer The Punt needs a betting check.

The front two came clear of Pittsburg when CAWTHORNE CRACKER toughed it out here recently and he can defy the 5lb rise.


14:30 Exeter Handicap Chase (Class 5) 18f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Dist Win % Dist Place % Dist Betfair Place % Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Weight Runs Age Comments
2
(2) Stroll On By (3/1 +25%)
Stroll On By

3
3/1(+25%)
(2) Stroll On By 3/1, Performed to a fair level in bumpers in 2021/22 and made the frame on 4 of his 6 starts over hurdles last season. Promising start to life over fences at Warwick last month and worth chancing with the scope for better still.
Made solid start to chasing career when fourth at Warwick last month; likely contender.
1
(1) Sherborne (3.33/1 -67%)
Sherborne

3.33
3.33/1(-67%)
(1) Sherborne 3.33/1, Landed a double over hurdles in the spring and shaped like he had returned in form when fourth at Newton Abbot 22 days ago. Didn't fire previously over fences but not one to write off from lower mark in this discipline.
Dual hurdle winner in spring but did not convince over fences last season.
9
(9) Key Factor (4.5/1 +68%)
Key Factor

4.5
4.5/1(+68%)
(9) Key Factor 4.5/1, Very little to shout about so far but he's an ex-pointer and his stable has a good record with similar types, so worth a market check returning from 6 months off/breathing op for chasing debut.
Beaten about 40l in two handicap hurdles towards end of last season; chasing debut.
3
(3) Neigh Botha (7/1 -17%)
Neigh Botha

7
7/1(-17%)
(3) Neigh Botha 7/1, Maiden over hurdles but offered a bit more encouragement when third in a handicap at Sedgefield on chasing debut 13 days ago. Claims if he can build on that.
0-9 over hurdles but made promising chasing debut a fortnight ago; one to consider.
7
(7) Famoso (8.5/1 -70%)
Famoso

8.5
8.5/1(-70%)
(7) Famoso 8.5/1, Finally opened his account (at the 17th time of asking under Rules) in 17f handicap chase at Stratford in August. Back to form when second at same track recently and is likely to be on the premises.
Led close home to open account at Stratford in August; others may have more potential.
5
(5) Rolypolymoly (9/1 +44%)
Rolypolymoly

9
9/1(+44%)
(5) Rolypolymoly 9/1, Winner of juvenile hurdles at Uttoxeter and Worcester last summer but largely struggled since, both in this sphere and on the Flat. Makes chase debut.
This year's hurdling form is uninspiring and he's not bred for chasing.
8
(8) Noah's Light (18/1 +73%)
Noah's Light

18
18/1(+73%)
(8) Noah's Light 18/1, Lightly-raced ex-Irish hurdles winner who has offered precious little for present connections, including over fences.
Well beaten on both chasing attempts in the summer and has become very disappointing.
4
(4) Berliet Express (18/1 -100%)
Berliet Express

18
18/1(-100%)
(4) Berliet Express 18/1, Respectable fifth of 10 in handicap chase at Ballinrobe (17f, good to soft, 7/2) 39 days ago. First run for yard after leaving P. J. Rothwell. Well treated on his best form and worthy of interest in a race that lacks depth.
0-19 over fences in Ireland but consistent this season; could go well on stable debut.
6
(6) Decoration Of War (22/1 -57%)
Decoration Of War

22
22/1(-57%)
(6) Decoration Of War 22/1, Showed little promise in 4 starts over fences last summer and yet to really get going this term, either.
Suffered heavy defeats after racing too freely the last twice; difficult to enthuse over.
10
(10) Solid Fuel (25/1 -25%)
Solid Fuel

25
25/1(-25%)
(10) Solid Fuel 25/1, Long-standing maiden who makes little appeal from out of the weights.
Well held when third of five on recent chasing debut and 1lb higher here.
LTO Selection:

14:30 Exeter Handicap Chase (Class 5) 18f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 5 race.

SHERBORNE blew away the cobwebs with a spin over hurdles 22 days ago and looks well treated in relation to his mark over timber now switched back to fences, especially with Freddie Gingell taking 7lb off in the saddle. Neigh Botha represents a yard in flying form and ran well enough when third off 1lb higher last time to be considered, while Stroll On By has slipped to a fair rating and warrants respect.

STROLL ON BY made a positive start over fences at Warwick last time and he looks well treated based on early bumper form, so he makes most appeal in what looks a weak race on paper. Sherborne is a danger back over the larger obstacles and Berliet Express is of interest starting out for a new stable.

Preference is for STROLL ON BY, who ran a big race before fading into fourth on his chasing debut at Warwick four weeks ago.


15:00 Exeter Handicap Chase (Class 3) 24f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Dist Win % Dist Place % Dist Betfair Place % Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Weight Runs Age Comments
8
(8) Copperhead (4/1 +43%)
Copperhead

4
4/1(+43%)
(8) Copperhead 4/1, Not the force of old but there have been better signs from him the last twice, again runner-up at Fontwell 18 days ago. Likely to be on the premises again.
On a good mark and did well to finish second at Fontwell over an inadequate trip.
4
(4) Lounge Lizard (6/1 +25%)
Lounge Lizard

6
6/1(+25%)
(4) Lounge Lizard 6/1, Has proved unreliable but found his form towards the end of last season, winning twice and shaping as if still in form when third at Aintree 5 months ago. Not dismissed.
Something to prove off this high a mark but could have a better season ahead of him.
11
(11) Iberio (7/1 +36%)
Iberio

7
7/1(+36%)
(11) Iberio 7/1, Bumper winner who opened his account over hurdles in March. That was a weak race and he underperformed next time, so has a bit to prove switched to chasing.
All three hurdle wins came at Taunton; makes chase debut and could do with some rain.
7
(7) Northern Poet (11/1 -10%)
Northern Poet

11
11/1(-10%)
(7) Northern Poet 11/1, Bumper/hurdles winner who thrived over fences towards the end of last season, bringing up a hat-trick with a good attitude at Warwick 6 months ago. Deserves respect for all that he has more on his plate now.
4-6 last season following an absence; progressive but could do with the ground being good.
9
(9) Snipe (11/4 +17%)
Snipe

2.75
11/4(+17%)
(9) Snipe 11/4, Ex-pointer who made a highly impressive start to chasing career when cruising clear in a 5-runner handicap at Southwell 3 weeks ago. Strong claims of following up.
Comfortably made a winning start over fences at Southwell; now up 6lb in a deeper race.
3
(3) Manothepeople (13/2 -30%)
Manothepeople

6.5
13/2(-30%)
(3) Manothepeople 13/2, Went 2-2 over fences in C&D novice handicap in December and posted very good second of 3 in 23f Newbury handicap next time. Stopped quickly in Scottish Grand National final start but remains with potential as a chaser.
Ran in the Scottish National last time and went into that 2-3 over fences.
5
(5) Sam Barton (17/2 -55%)
Sam Barton

8.5
17/2(-55%)
(5) Sam Barton 17/2, Fairly useful hurdler/chaser who made a winning return over fences at Worcester around this time last year. Hit and miss since but can't be ruled out fresh from 6 months off.
Up and down last season but good on his day and he returns with his yard going well.
2
(2) Any News (22/1 -83%)
Any News

22
22/1(-83%)
(2) Any News 22/1, Bumper/hurdles winner who made the most of a good opportunity when opening his account over fences in 4-runner novice handicap at Worcester (23f) in September. However, well held next time so bounce back called for (walked over at Wetherby last time).
Case can be made on his good-ground form but consistency is not his forte.
1
(1) Back On The Lash (22/1 -175%)
Back On The Lash

22
22/1(-175%)
(1) Back On The Lash 22/1, Struck again over the cross country fences at Cheltenham in January. Struggled at the Festival there and Grand National at Aintree since but on winning mark back down in class on return.
Absent since the Grand National and the cross-country races are sure to be on his agenda.
6
(6) I See You Well (33/1 -106%)
I See You Well

33
33/1(-106%)
(6) I See You Well 33/1, Scored at Sandown in December and back to form when second at Uttoxeter 5 months ago. Likely to be on the premises if tuned up for return.
Seems best in smaller fields and his record fresh is not the best.
10
(10) Pontresina (66/1 +0%)
Pontresina

66
66/1(+0%)
(10) Pontresina 66/1, Hasn't stood much racing since joining this yard from Oliver Sherwood but he's slipping in the weights and there was a bit more encouragement over hurdles at Fontwell 5 months ago.
Sole win did come off a higher mark but he doesn't look the force of old.
LTO Selection:

15:00 Exeter Handicap Chase (Class 3) 24f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 3 race.

Northern Poet is sure to be popular in his bid for a four-timer but a 9lb rise for his most recent success makes life tougher and slight preference is for SNIPE. Dan Skelton's gelding won with much more in hand than the margin would suggest on his chasing debut at Southwell three weeks ago and he has scope for plenty of improvement in this sphere, so he's taken to defy a 6lb hike in the ratings. Copperhead has filled the runner-up spot the last twice and he can have his say again.

SNIPE created a big impression when landing a 5-runner contest at Southwell on his chasing debut and he's well worth a chance to defy a rise against mostly more exposed types. Copperhead also arrives in form and looks a danger, while Back On The Lash warrants a mention dropping in grade for his reappearance.

A competitive handicap in which a few have chances, but this might be the time to catch SAM BARTON with his yard going well.


15:30 Exeter Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 18f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Dist Win % Dist Place % Dist Betfair Place % Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Weight Runs Age Comments
4
(4) Go To War (5/6 +17%)
Go To War

0.833333
5/6(+17%)
(4) Go To War 5/6, Made appeal on paper and off the mark at first time of asking in an 11-runner Uttoxeter bumper last October. Built on that promise when eighth of 20 in Grade 2 event at Aintree 6 months later and should have a good future as a hurdler.
Good bumper winner a year ago and looks a good prospect for novice hurdles.
1
(1) American Land (6/1 +40%)
American Land

6
6/1(+40%)
(1) American Land 6/1, Placed both starts in bumpers and promising hurdles introduction when third in a big-field Warwick novice (2m, soft) on latest appearance last November. Almost certain to benefit from this stiffer test and while an 11-month absence is a slight concern, he's high on the shortlist.
Not seen since third of 17 on hurdle debut at Warwick last November but has more to offer.
9
(9) Westerninthepark (7/2 +36%)
Westerninthepark

3.5
7/2(+36%)
(9) Westerninthepark 7/2, Built on Rules debut promise when landing a heavy-ground Stratford bumper during the spring. Wasn't entirely disgraced in a Grade 2 at Aintree later that month (around 8 lengths adrift of Go To War) and should win races over hurdles.
Stratford bumper winner; ran well for a long way in Grade 2 Aintree bumper in April.
2
(2) Big Fish (7/1 -40%)
Big Fish

7
7/1(-40%)
(2) Big Fish 7/1, Solid start when a close second on debut in a 14-runner bumper here (16.7f, good to soft) last November. Failed to build on that back from a 4-month break at Ffos Las, but should have a future in this sphere (brother to a winning hurdler).
Went close in course bumper last November but not in same form at Ffos Las in March.
6
(6) King Of The Lake (17/2 +29%)
King Of The Lake

8.5
17/2(+29%)
(6) King Of The Lake 17/2, Promising start to his career when runner-up in a Wincanton maiden in March. Failed to measure up to market expectations when again finding one too good at Newton Abbot (16.8f, good to soft) 2 months later, but better can be expected now that he's faced with a stiffer test.
Runner-up on both hurdling starts in the spring and has each-way claims at least here.
10
(10) Broomhill Road (20/1 -25%)
Broomhill Road

20
20/1(-25%)
(10) Broomhill Road 20/1, Chased home a potentially useful sort on debut in a Doncaster bumper (16.6f, good) in March. Failed to build on that at Huntingdon when last seen in May, but in good hands (yard does well with its juvenile hurdlers) and interesting with Harry Cobden booked for this hurdles bow.
Displayed promise in both bumpers but improvement is required on today's hurdling debut.
3
(3) Captain's Pick (125/1 -279%)
Captain's Pick

125
125/1(-279%)
(3) Captain's Pick 125/1, Better effort in bumpers in Ireland when second of 12 at Kilbeggan in June, but failed to threaten on first start for this yard at Worcester 2 months later. Improvement needed now switched to hurdles.
Second in an Irish bumper in June but his British bumper debut was underwhelming.
7
(7) Scoresby (125/1 -89%)
Scoresby

125
125/1(-89%)
(7) Scoresby 125/1, Joint winner on his third attempt between the flags in March, but well held in a couple of bumpers (for Christian Williams) and last year and he's opposable on this hurdles debut.
Dead-heated in a maiden point in March but has a lot more on his plate here.
12
(12) Asian Spice (150/1 -275%)
Asian Spice

150
150/1(-275%)
(12) Asian Spice 150/1, Poor in bumpers and while she was second on hurdles debut here in March, that was in a 4-runner race in which 3 completed. No real impact back here a month later and she's probably more one for handicaps further down the line.
Didn't achieve much on her two hurdling starts towards the end of last season.
5
(5) Hobbs Joy (200/1 -100%)
Hobbs Joy

200
200/1(-100%)
(5) Hobbs Joy 200/1, Stepped up on previous form when fair third of 5 in bumper at Catterick (15.7f, good to soft) last November, but didn't shape with any encouragement on hurdles debut at Ffos Las in May.
Showed some ability in bumpers last season but was tailed off on hurdle debut in May.
8
(8) Starvidov (200/1 -33%)
Starvidov

200
200/1(-33%)
(8) Starvidov 200/1, No real impact in bumpers and it's been a similar story over hurdles so far. Yard saddles a far stronger candidate in King of The Lake.
Well beaten in two maiden hurdles in the spring.
13
(13) Big Star (250/1 -25%)
Big Star

250
250/1(-25%)
(13) Big Star 250/1, Well held in minor event sole start on Flat for Michael & David Easterby back in December 2021, and she's hard to warm to now switched to hurdles.
Not seen since struggling in AW novice in December 2021.
LTO Selection:

15:30 Exeter Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 18f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 4 race.

GO TO WAR, a half-brother to useful hurdler Flight Deck, finished a creditable eighth in a Grade 2 bumper at Aintree when last seen. Fergal O'Brien's charge might prefer further in time, but this looks a suitable starting point over hurdles and he gets the vote. Stratford bumper winner Westerninthepark was behind in 12th that day so it would be no surprise were he to go well. Mikimoto and King Of The Lake are others to consider.

The vote in what looks a decent maiden goes to GO TO WAR, who did the job well when winning a bumper on debut last year and his subsequent effort in Grade 2 company was no backward step. He could make up into a useful novice hurdler this season. The same is true of Mikimoto and American Land, both of whom shaped well on their respective debuts in this sphere and are feared most in that order of preference. King of The Lake is another to consider and Broomhill Road is worth a second look, too.

This might go to MIKIMOTO, who finished well from the rear to go very close on his recent hurdling debut.


16:00 Exeter Handicap Hurdle (Class 3) 23f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Dist Win % Dist Place % Dist Betfair Place % Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Weight Runs Age Comments
6
(6) Ajp Kingdom (4/1 +60%)
Ajp Kingdom

4
4/1(+60%)
(6) Ajp Kingdom 4/1, Went close in a Ludlow novice back from a 5-month absence in April and odds-on winner of his next 3 starts at up to 23.3f. Latest effort (tough conditions) is easy to excuse and he remains relatively unexposed.
Won three times on good ground in the spring and the limit of his ability is not yet clear.
1
(1) Itso Fury (4/1 +11%)
Itso Fury

4
4/1(+11%)
(1) Itso Fury 4/1, Won his first two starts over hurdles and shaped with encouragement on each of his handicap outings. Type to do better this season, so one to note if the market speaks in his favour back from 6 months off.
2-5 during first season over hurdles; signed off with good run in April; each-way claims.
3
(3) Gentleman Valley (9/1 +10%)
Gentleman Valley

9
9/1(+10%)
(3) Gentleman Valley 9/1, In rude health earlier this year, completing the hat-trick in a 7-runner handicap hurdle at Worcester (23f, good) in July. In the process of running creditably when departing at Warwick earlier this month and should be on the premises if none the worse for that.
Three wins this season; set to finish second before last-flight fall this month; respected.
7
(7) Goshhowposh (11/4 +54%)
Goshhowposh

2.75
11/4(+54%)
(7) Goshhowposh 11/4, Promise in each of his three outings last winter and looks the type to up his game now handicapping faced with a stiffer test, so worth a chance to make a successful return from 9 months off.
Unexposed 6yo who made promising start to his career in late 2022; handicap debut today.
4
(4) Royal Pretender (12/1 -9%)
Royal Pretender

12
12/1(-9%)
(4) Royal Pretender 12/1, Fairly useful hurdler. Below best when last seen at Chepstow 10 months ago but remains unexposed over staying trips, so worthy of interest if the market speaks in his favour.
Not seen since last December but has won when fresh before and current mark is workable.
10
(10) Brave Starlight (14/1 -40%)
Brave Starlight

14
14/1(-40%)
(10) Brave Starlight 14/1, Winning Irish pointer who showed fair form in novice hunter chases in the summer. Back from a break/switched to hurdling, so worth a market check.
Second in prestigious novice hunter chase on stable debut in June; hurdle debut today.
11
(11) Oceanline (15/2 +0%)
Oceanline

7.5
15/2(+0%)
(11) Oceanline 15/2, Made perfect start for new connections when a smooth winner at Worcester last summer. Hasn't fired in this sphere since but blinkers helped when landing a Flat handicap at Ascot recently, so not dismissed.
Not firing on all cylinders over hurdles this summer but won good Flat handicap this month.
8
(8) Exmoor Forest (16/1 +0%)
Exmoor Forest

16
16/1(+0%)
(8) Exmoor Forest 16/1, Has improved since joining this yard, placed in a Chepstow novice/Exeter handicap prior to opening his account in a Warwick maiden in May. Disappointing in handicap at Market Rasen 5 months ago and mark demands improvement.
Made all in Warwick maiden in May; off since very poor handicap run 12 days later.
5
(5) Moka De Vassy (18/1 -157%)
Moka De Vassy

18
18/1(-157%)
(5) Moka De Vassy 18/1, Acquitted himself well in defeat on several occasions over hurdles last season. Probably needed his return at Warwick 19 days ago, so expected to be back on his game.
Good third over C&D in February but needs to bounce back quickly from poor seasonal debut.
2
(2) Go Chique (22/1 -83%)
Go Chique

22
22/1(-83%)
(2) Go Chique 22/1, Resumed winning ways in 5-runner handicap hurdle at Market Rasen in August but bit to prove after a tame showing at Newton Abbot since.
Won a nonsense of a race two starts ago; quickly back in the doldrums last time.
LTO Selection:

16:00 Exeter Handicap Hurdle (Class 3) 23f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 3 race.

In an open heat, it might be worth taking a chance on ITSO FURY. The gelded son of Fame And Glory competed in a couple of warm staying events at the back end of last season, and this drop in class could see him post an improved effort. The Imposter has won six of his last seven starts and he might have more in the locker, while Gentleman Valley would also hold solid claims if able to put a recent fall behind him.

GOSHHOWPOSH caught the eye on a couple of occasions in novices and is very much the type to up his game switched to handicaps, so he might be up to completing a successful return. Itso Fury has a bigger effort in him and deserves respect, while Gentleman Valley seems likely to give a good account.

The selection is handicap debutant GOSHHOWPOSH, who began his career with three very encouraging runs towards the end of last year.


16:30 Exeter Handicap Chase (Class 4) 19f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Dist Win % Dist Place % Dist Betfair Place % Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Weight Runs Age Comments
1
(1) Midnight Midge (3/1 +0%)
Midnight Midge

3
3/1(+0%)
(1) Midnight Midge 3/1, 3-time winner for this yard last season, latest a thin 3-runner Wincanton handicap over this sort of trip in March that rather fell his way. Returns in a decent-enough race for the grade but good record fresh bodes well.
3-6 over fences for new stable last season; has good record when fresh; a player.
5
(5) Moorland Rambler (9/1 -6%)
Moorland Rambler

9
9/1(-6%)
(5) Moorland Rambler 9/1, Won 17f handicap hurdle in the mud here in January before 2 poor runs. Longer trip should suit now chasing.
Heavy-ground hurdle winner in January; not in same form on good ground afterwards.
3
(3) Surtitle (9/2 +10%)
Surtitle

4.5
9/2(+10%)
(3) Surtitle 9/2, Fair winning handicap hurdler and has conditions in his favour for chase debut. One to consider.
2-7 over hurdles; makes chasing debut after a break but still considered.
6
(6) Gingerbred (10/3 +39%)
Gingerbred

3.333333
10/3(+39%)
(6) Gingerbred 10/3, Confirmed previous promise when winning a handicap hurdle here (18.5f) in February but a mixed bag after. More needed now switched to chasing on return.
Course winner off 1lb lower over hurdles last season; could have a say on chasing debut.
4
(4) Petticoat Lucy (11/4 -38%)
Petticoat Lucy

2.75
11/4(-38%)
(4) Petticoat Lucy 11/4, Fair hurdler who showed improved form under a change of tactics to make a winning start over fences at Newton Abbot (21f) in May, held up and jumping fine, pulling clear in the end. Should improve and likely contender.
Drew clear to make winning chasing debut in May; 6lb rise ought to be manageable.
2
(2) Maninsane (14/1 -75%)
Maninsane

14
14/1(-75%)
(2) Maninsane 14/1, Dual winner in first campaign over fences last season. Up and down as a rule but experience won't be lost on him and he could go well on his return.
Signed off with disappointing run in April but generally did well in first chasing season.
LTO Selection:

16:30 Exeter Handicap Chase (Class 4) 19f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 4 race.

Petticoat Lucy stayed on to win well when stepped up to 2m5f at Newton Abbot in May but the drop back in trip and a subsequent layoff might be enough to prevent her from defying a 6lb rise. With that in mind, the vote goes to SURTITLE, who bumped into a useful sort when second in his bid for a double at Uttoxeter in June and returns off the same mark for a yard in good form. Midnight Midge won a three-runner contest on his latest outing in March and warrants respect off 1lb higher.

PETTICOAT LUCY did plenty right when making a winning start over fences at Newton Abbot in the spring and could make a successful return. Surtitle is interesting starting out in this sphere for Fergal O'Brien, while Midnight Midge can go well fresh again.

Top of the list is PETTICOAT LUCY (nap), who created a pretty good impression when surging clear to make a winning chase debut in May.


17:05 Exeter NH Flat Race (Class 5) 13f - 15 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Dist Win % Dist Place % Dist Betfair Place % Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Weight Runs Age Comments
13
(13) Sorceleur (4/1 -45%)
Sorceleur

4
4/1(-45%)
(13) Sorceleur 4/1, Saint Des Saints gelding. Dam 15f hurdle/17f chase winner in France, also 11f/1½m winner on Flat. Represents top yard and got to be respected.
35,000euros yearling; fourth foal; half-brother to point winner Wendigo.
10
(10) Mapogo (5/2 +0%)
Mapogo

2.5
5/2(+0%)
(10) Mapogo 5/2, 20,000 gns 3-y-o, Roaring Lion gelding. Dam, smart 1m-11.6f winner, half-sister to useful hurdler (2m winner) Distant Memories. One for shortlist on debut given connections.
95,000gns yearling; first foal; dam 1m-11.4f winner; unraced for James Ferguson.
4
(4) Caustic (10/3 +5%)
Caustic

3.333333
10/3(+5%)
(4) Caustic 10/3, 75,000 gns 3-y-o, Galileo gelding. Half-brother to 3 winners on Flat, including smart winner up to 1¼m Flavius. Dam smart US winner up to 1½m. Likely type on paper and one to note for Flat-oriented yard.
75,000gns 3yo; rare bumper runner for respected Flat trainer.
2
(2) Calshot Spit (12/1 -20%)
Calshot Spit

12
12/1(-20%)
(2) Calshot Spit 12/1, New Bay gelding. Dam 6.5f winner in France.
36,000gns yearling; third foal; dam French 6.5f 2yo winner.
11
(11) Marrakushi (12/1 -20%)
Marrakushi

12
12/1(-20%)
(11) Marrakushi 12/1, £30,000 3-y-o, Dubawi gelding. Dam useful 1¼m winner on Flat.
£30,000 3yo; dam 1m2f winner (RPR 97), closely related to 1m3f/1m4f winner Beauvais.
5
(5) Dodger Long (15/2 +6%)
Dodger Long

7.5
15/2(+6%)
(5) Dodger Long 15/2, Frontiersman gelding. Half-brother to fair 2m hurdle winner Sisterandbrother and bumper winner Pick Up The Pieces. Yard's last 2 bumper newcomers have won and he makes a fair bit of appeal.
Related to winners; stable has a 26% strike-rate in bumpers the last five seasons.
7
(7) Kel Du Large (16/1 +0%)
Kel Du Large

16
16/1(+0%)
(7) Kel Du Large 16/1, No Risk At All gelding. Half-brother to Face Au Large and fairly useful French chaser Great du Large. One to note on debut.
Trainer 0-11 in bumpers recent seasons; bred to do better in time.
14
(14) Square Du Roule (25/1 +0%)
Square Du Roule

25
25/1(+0%)
(14) Square Du Roule 25/1, It's Gino gelding. Dam 17f-2½m hurdles/chase winner in France.
4,000euros yearling; first foal; dam French 2m1f hurdle/2m4f chase winner.
12
(12) Mr Fury (33/1 +67%)
Mr Fury

33
33/1(+67%)
(12) Mr Fury 33/1, War Command gelding. Half-brother to 6f winner abroad Polimar. Dam ran once on Flat in France.
Half-brother to Italian 6f 2yo winner Polimar; dam unplaced 1m 2yo in France (RPR 68).
1
(1) Bobacious (33/1 -106%)
Bobacious

33
33/1(-106%)
(1) Bobacious 33/1, Telescope gelding. Dam 6f-1m winner who stayed 1¼m. Wears hood.
First foal; dam 6f-1m winner (RPR 83), half-sister to useful 7f/1m winner Loving Spirit.
3
(3) Catboy (33/1 +0%)
Catboy

33
33/1(+0%)
(3) Catboy 33/1, £20,000 3-y-o, Agent Secret gelding. Half-brother to fair 17f hurdle winner/fair chaser Caboy and Egirl. Dam 2¼m-21f hurdles/chase winner in France.
£20,000 3yo; seventh foal; half-brother to Caboy (2m1f-2m7f hurdle/chase winner).
8
(8) Lions Peak (33/1 +0%)
Lions Peak

33
33/1(+0%)
(8) Lions Peak 33/1, Churchill gelding. Half-brother to fair 11f winner Minister For Magic. Dam unraced.
Fourth foal; half-brother to 1m3f winner Minister For Magic (RPR 80); dam unraced.
15
(15) Mon The Hoops (40/1 +20%)
Mon The Hoops

40
40/1(+20%)
(15) Mon The Hoops 40/1, Linda's Lad filly. Dam maiden on Flat.
First foal; dam 14-race Flat maiden; stable also runs Gaelic Iceolation.
6
(6) Gaelic Iceolation (50/1 -25%)
Gaelic Iceolation

50
50/1(-25%)
(6) Gaelic Iceolation 50/1, Linda's Lad gelding. Dam ran twice over hurdles, 1¼m-1½m winner who stayed easy 1¾m on Flat.
Dam 1m2f/1m4f winner (RPR 64), half-sister to 2m2f/2m3f hurdle winner Gaelic Flow.
9
(9) Lord Whitemere (125/1 -89%)
Lord Whitemere

125
125/1(-89%)
(9) Lord Whitemere 125/1, Kuroshio gelding. Dam unraced.
800euros yearling; there's plenty of speed in his pedigree so stamina concerns.
LTO Selection:

17:05 Exeter NH Flat Race (Class 5) 13f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 5 race.

With no form to go on, the market may prove the best guide to these newcomers but there is plenty to like about the chances of SORCELEUR. He cost 35,000 euros and represents an in-form yard with a fine strike-rate at this venue over the last five years, so it would be no surprise to see him make a winning start. The David Pipe-trained Marrakushi is closely related to a few winners and the 30,000-pound purchase must be respected, along with Mapogo and Caustic, who cost 75,000gns.

A big line-up of unraced 3-y-os and the betting may help, with CAUSTIC, Dodger Long and Sorceleur the three selected against the field as things stand.

Flat-orientated stables have won four of the last seven runnings of this race and CAUSTIC is a rare bumper runner for Owen Burrows.


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