13:30 Haydock Handicap (Class 4) 10f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

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13:30 Haydock Handicap (Class 4) 10f Race Class Flow

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

It is difficult to predict which horse will do well based solely on this summary as each horse has its own strengths and weaknesses. However, 4.5/1 (2) THUNDER MAX and 5/1 (6) INNSE GALL seem to have good recent form and could be contenders. 12/1 (11) TELE RED and 12/1 (10) ARCTIC FOX also have potential, while 14/1 (8) MAGICAL MILE and 20/1 (13) RED DEREK may struggle due to their high weights and poor strike-rates respectively. It is advisable to check the betting before making a decision.

Arcadian Nights has won three of his last five starts on the all-weather but he returns to the turf off a higher mark. Billy Loughnane claims 5lb in the saddle, though, and he cannot be ignored. Thunder Max has been gelded since last seen and that may see him show some improvement, but a chance is taken on SPLENDENT. Placed off 3lb higher in a warmer race at Windsor last June, he pulled too hard at Wolverhampton in November but, if he settles better, he must have a good chance.

This looks wide open and it could be worth chancing TYPICAL WOMAN, who made the frame on each of her 3 visits here in 2022 and resumes on an attractive mark. Thunder Max has been absent for the best part of a year but he too returns to action on an appealing mark and will be a danger to all if ready to roll. Tele Red did well last season and should have a part to play, while Innse Gall is also shortlisted on the back of a solid reappearance effort on the all-weather.

Having enjoyed a progressive campaign last season, TELE RED earns the vote on his comeback. Arcadian Nights is feared most.

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14:05 Haydock Handicap (Class 5) 6f - 16 Run Class & Speed Card

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14:05 Haydock Handicap (Class 5) 6f Race Class Flow

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4.5/1 (7) PAPA COCKTAIL looks like a strong contender based on their recent win and good form, with a previous win at the course and being well-treated on old form. 8/1 (8) REDZONE also has a chance based on their encouraging return at Newcastle and a better strike rate on AW races. 12/1 (1) GLORIOUS RIO could also be a threat if they bounce back quickly from their recent setback.

MEGA MARVEL ran his best race for some time when returning from a gelding operation at Southwell and, although upped 1lb for that, he may well improve for his first start since last August. Brian The Snail might not be the force of old at the age of nine but he is well handicapped if anywhere near his best, though easy Southwell winner With Respect may prove a bigger danger.

PAPA COCKTAIL moved through the race stylishly before edging a tight finish at Southwell recently and he's worth a chance to follow up after a small rise. Mega Marvel is in good order and looks a danger, while With Respect remains well treated if he turns up in the same mood that saw him score at Southwell 86 days ago.

The return to Haydock could be the catalyst for a revival from DREAM TOGETHER, who is 9lb lower than when winning this last year.

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14:40 Haydock Stakes (Class 2) 12f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

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14:40 Haydock Stakes (Class 2) 12f Race Class Flow

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3/1 (2) KNOCKBREX is the most likely to do well based on the summary provided. They have already shown improvement from their debut and made an impressive win at Pontefract recently.

Maxident upset the odds on debut when winning by 50 lengths at Leicester at 12/1 in a field of three, but that was on heavy ground and conditions are expected to be very different. He can only beat what is in front of him, but IF NOT NOW holds an Irish Derby entry and, if he is to compete at that level, then he needs to win this and follow up his ready debut victory at Salisbury. Gregory may be the best of the Gosden newcomers.

MAXIDENT was an emphatic debut winner and, while the ground at Leicester was undoubtedly a factor, he's worth a chance to confirm the promise and maintain his unbeaten record. Gregory has an impeccable pedigree and looks a noteworthy newcomer, while improvement is expected from both Knockbrex and If Not Now, who also shoulder penalties.

If the Gosdens' GREGORY lives up to his excellent pedigree he may be up to making a winning debut.

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15:15 Haydock Stakes (Class 4) 8f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

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15:15 Haydock Stakes (Class 4) 8f Race Class Flow

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Based on the summary provided, the 0.91/1 (7) STORMY SEA half-sister and the Frankel filly are the most promising horses for the upcoming race. The 0.91/1 (7) STORMY SEA half-sister has shown promise in her debut and comes from a top yard that has been performing well this season. Additionally, she has had a breathing operation, which could help her improve. The Frankel filly is a fascinating newcomer from a top stable and comes from a strong pedigree, making her one to monitor closely in the betting. While the other horses have potential, they may need more time or a stiffer test to show their abilities.

Sir Michael Stoute has had a fine start to the new season and that run may continue here courtesy of STORMY SEA. She chased home the more experienced Whispering Dream at Kempton on debut and was clear of the others. She has had a wind operation since and her pedigree suggests she will relish this extra furlong. Market Value will appreciate further in time but showed enough at Doncaster in October despite being slowly away to suggest she could figure. Any market confidence behind 650,000gns purchase Lmay for John and Thady Gosden on debut should be taken seriously.

The way looks clear for STORMY SEA to build on the considerable promise she showed when runner-up on her sole 2-y-o start at Kempton. Newcomer Lmay, who represents last year's winning yard, is feared most ahead of Market Value, who may need a stiffer test.

Lmay is a fascinating newcomer but slight preference is for STORMY SEA who shaped well on her only outing last year.

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15:45 Haydock Handicap (Class 2) 7f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

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15:45 Haydock Handicap (Class 2) 7f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 2 race.

5.5/1 (12) RAINBOW FIRE and 5/1 (2) SPYCATCHER appear to be the most likely contenders based on their recent form and positive comments in the summary. 7/1 (4) BIGGLES and 7.5/1 (9) GWEEDORE also have strong recent form and should not be overlooked. 8/1 (8) MONTASSIB could be a dark horse if he returns to form after a disappointing run in the Lincoln. The other runners may struggle to compete at this level or need to prove themselves further.

SPYCATCHER was a most impressive winner of a conditions race at Thirsk last Saturday and, on that running, looks hard to oppose. He came from the back of the field last week and with the likely strong pace sure to suit and Pierre-Louis Jamin keeping the ride, he edges the vote. Biggles had a fine time of it last season and has a respectable record when fresh, so enters calculations along with Boardman, who ran a creditable race in the Lincoln.

BOARDMAN has shaped with more encouragement than his form figures suggest in a pair of outings this term and he may represent a bit of value in his bid to repeat last year's success here. Dangers are aplenty in this competitive event, with Spycatcher, Rainbow Fire and Witch Hunter perhaps chief amongst them.

There are a few pieces of evidence to suggest SPYCATCHER (nap) is on an advantageous mark and he's the pick ahead of Rainbow Fire.

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16:20 Haydock Handicap (Class 3) 8f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

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16:20 Haydock Handicap (Class 3) 8f Race Class Flow

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

Based on the summary, 4/1 (9) DECEIVER and 4.5/1 (5) ANIMATE seem to be the strongest contenders. 4/1 (9) DECEIVER has shown progress and has won a recent race, while 4.5/1 (5) ANIMATE has potential for improvement and a lenient mark, as well as having undergone a gelding procedure. However, other horses such as 4.5/1 (6) RACINGBREAKS RYDER and 9/1 (8) ACOTANGO cannot be discounted and may surprise as well.

An opening mark of 79 appears workable for DECEIVER, who was a decisive winner at Kempton over 7f last month and looks open to any amount of improvement. The son of Cracksman showed ability in both starts last season but, following a gelding operation throughout the winter, he now looks a different proposition. Racingbreaks Ryder has been given a 5lb rise for a narrow victory at Nottingham earlier this month and looks sure to be in the mix again, while Conservationist warrants respect too.

Another tricky three-year-old handicap. ANIMATE still looked a bit rough around the edges when last seen but appealed as one who was almost certainly ahead of his mark and is taken to make a winning reappearance having been gelded. Racingbreaks Ryder and Deceiver arrive on the back of recent victories and are both highly respected, with Kempton nursery winner Acotango another player on his return.

The Kublers did extremely well with Outgate and his half-brother DECEIVER is taken to make a winning handicap debut.

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16:55 Haydock Handicap (Class 5) 8f - 14 Run Class & Speed Card

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16:55 Haydock Handicap (Class 5) 8f Race Class Flow

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

Based on the summary, 4.5/1 (1) SERENITY ROSE seems to be the leading contender with turf form and a recent win on the all-weather track. 7/1 (6) TOMAHAWK KING is also a strong contender with a promising turf start and a good run on the all-weather track. 6/1 (7) LERWICK and 10/1 (10) DESIGN are worth considering as they both have been gelded and could improve. Other horses like 9/1 (2) ROCK OF ENGLAND and 16/1 (4) KRISTAL KLEAR have shown potential but need to step up their game. 25/1 (12) VAMPIRE SLAYER seems to be struggling and may not be a good bet.

Serenity Rose won with plenty in hand on the Tapeta surface at Wolverhampton in January and is worthy of serious consideration back on turf off just 2lb higher. However, several others have scope and this is no easy task for the filly under top weight. Handicap debutants Design and Fools And Horses could be good value to go close, but a chance is taken on the class-dropping OSCAR'S SISTER, who performed well to win over 7f here last September and could have more to offer now she's upped in trip.

An ultra-competitive finale which can go the way of SERENITY ROSE, who opened her account in a weak maiden at Wolverhampton in January and may well have more to offer back on turf. Kristal Klear could prove a different proposition now handicapping so she heads up the dangers, with Design, Hat Toss and Fools And Horses another handful to consider.

The tentative pick in a tricky 3yo handicap is TOMAHAWK KING who returns from a gelding operation with his yard in top form.

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Racecard Key

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	Ran similar race before
S	TomForm fatstest rated speed horse, last time out
T	Top Time speeed rated
	Top Racingpost rated
	At the races watchout for
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	Top rated for thet statistic

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How to use Tomform

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.

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