13:40 Ripon Handicap (Class 4) 8f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

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13:40 Ripon Handicap (Class 4) 8f Race Class Flow

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

YELLOW BEAR has shown promise in his recent showing at Southwell and could have definite claims if he continues to improve. HORTZADAR is also one to note, starting the new campaign down in grade off a career-low mark and boasting a good track record. GLOBAL SPIRIT could also make a strong contender, having shown promise with a creditable third place finish at Newcastle and step up in trip should suit. Meanwhile, DOGGED and UGO GREGORY are struggling for form and may not be the top contenders in this field.

The value may lie with YELLOW BEAR, who ran a promising race on his return at Southwell and should be suited by the extra furlong. The fact he has won fresh before on turf is another plus and Declan Carroll's charge is preferred to the likes of course winner Cosmos Raj and Tothenines, who will appreciate the drop in class. Placed on two of his three starts here, Global Spirit cannot be ruled out either.

HORTZADAR slipped down the weights towards the end of last season and returns to action over a C&D that suits him well, so he might be worth chancing in an open-looking race. Sandret is a danger for an in-form yard and Global Spirit seems likely to give another good account.

The class-dropping HORTZADAR won off 11lb higher here last spring so is dangerously well treated on his reappearance.

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14:15 Ripon Stakes (Class 5) 5f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

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14:15 Ripon Stakes (Class 5) 5f Race Class Flow

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

Based on the summary provided, it is difficult to determine with certainty which horse will do well. However, some of the horses that show promise are Ziggy's Phoenix Kodiac filly, Desert Master, and Kandy House Invincible Spirit filly. These horses have either shown potential in previous races or are closely related to successful horses in their lineage. Ultimately, the outcome will depend on various factors such as the training, jockey, and race conditions on the day of the race.

ZIGGY'S PHOENIX caught the eye when staying on late to finish a close-up fourth on her debut at Kempton last week, and there is no reason to suggest why she can't improve on turf. A promising fifth in the Brocklesby, Havana Prince looks to be her chief threat, ahead of the newcomer Stage Door, who should be a speedy type being a daughter of Windsor Castle winner Soldier's Call.

One of only two with previous experience, ZIGGY'S PHOENIX showed promise and rates the type to improve from her recent Kempton debut effort 8 days ago and she gets the tentative vote to come out on top. Desert Master, Kandy House and Stage Door are all newcomers to note in the betting.

James Tate sent out a son of Blue Point to make a winning debut at Newmarket on Tuesday and DESERT MASTER might be able to follow suit.

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14:50 Ripon Maiden (Class 5) 12f - 4 Run Class & Speed Card

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14:50 Ripon Maiden (Class 5) 12f Race Class Flow

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

It is difficult to make a confident prediction based solely on this summary, but Kingsley Pride and Kardia both have encouraging past performances and are expected to improve. Mishraq is a relatively unknown quantity, but has a strong pedigree and may be worth considering depending on the market. Fox Vision is also considered but may need more time to show improvement after being gelded.

A half-brother to multiple Group 1 winner Poet's Word, KINGSLEY PRIDE is bred to be much better than what he has shown on the track thus far and this looks like as good an opportunity as any to get off the mark. Fox Vision arrives with a similar profile and should be suited by conditions, while Kardia performed well for fifth in a Doncaster maiden last October on debut and can also get competitive.

KINGSLEY PRIDE holds the edge on form so is fancied to go one better than when a very good Kempton nursery second in December having since been gelded. Fox Vision still looks to have better days ahead of him and is feared most ahead of Kardia, who can enhance her form now her stamina is drawn out more.

Fox Vision and Kingsley Pride have shown the odd quirk so it might be worth opposing them with the well-bred KARDIA.

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15:20 Ripon Handicap (Class 4) 6f - 15 Run Class & Speed Card

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15:20 Ripon Handicap (Class 4) 6f Race Class Flow

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

Based on the summary, some horses to consider as potential winners are Fortamour, Bay Breeze, Asadjumeirah, Burj Malinka, Muscika, Showtime Mahomes, and Cooperation. These horses have either shown good past form, have recent good performances, or have potential for improvement. However, as with any horse race, there are many factors that can affect the outcome and any horse has the potential to win on the day.

It can often pay to be drawn high over sprint trips here, and that should aid the chances of last year's winner FORTAMOUR. Ben Haslam's charge is 2lb higher than that victory 12 months ago but remains 3lb below his last winning mark, which also came over C&D. Asadjumeirah has been in good form, without winning, on the all-weather over the winter months and he's considered along with Muscika and Mark's Choice.

Race fitness is likely to be an advantage given the conditions and dual C&D-winner BAY BREEZE ticks plenty of boxes having shaped better than the bare result at Musselburgh on his return. There are plenty of potential dangers, however, including the veteran Muscika and last year's winner Fortamour.

Asadjumeirah is handicapped to win but BAY BREEZE can build on his promising reappearance at a track where he's 2-2.

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15:55 Ripon Handicap (Class 4) 8f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

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15:55 Ripon Handicap (Class 4) 8f Race Class Flow

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

It is difficult to predict with certainty which horse will do well based on this summary, as each horse has varying levels of performance and potential. However, Centre Court appears to have recently produced their best effort and won a handicap race, albeit with a penalty. If allowed to dictate the race again, they could be dangerous. Impulsive Reaction also has potential, having won a maiden race and run creditably on their next two outings. However, they will need to be back on track after a disappointing performance in their last outing.

JAMES MCHENRY posted a couple of decent efforts on the turf last season, perhaps most notably when finishing second to the now 101-rated Alpha Capture on his debut at Carlisle. He failed to notch up a victory thereafter, but it would be no surprise were he to excel in handicap company this year. Recent Newcastle scorer Centre Court enters calculations under a 6lb penalty, while Spioradalta should appreciate the forecast conditions.

JAMES MCHENRY finished only fourth at Newcastle on his nursery debut when last seen, though he did race more towards the near side than the first 3, so he's worth another chance with the form of his previous runner-up effort at Southwell working out well. He can see off the challenge of Violeta, while Centre Court could make another bold bid under a penalty.

The vote goes the way of CENTRE COURT who won nicely on AW last week and can make light of a 6lb penalty.

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16:30 Ripon Handicap (Class 4) 10f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

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16:30 Ripon Handicap (Class 4) 10f Race Class Flow

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

Based on the summary, Painters Palette and Strawman seem to have the most promising recent form and are both returning to the track from their last winning marks, making them strong contenders. Society Red also has potential with a previous C&D win and recent success for his yard. Val Bassett is an unknown quantity with new connections and a long layoff, making him more of a risky bet. The other horses have less compelling claims or question marks surrounding their current form or readiness.

Painters Palette has been kept busy on the all-weather in the early part of this year and secured a double over an extended 1m1f at Wolverhampton earlier this month, so he should not be dismissed back on turf. However, WHITEFEATHERSFALL has proven to go well fresh in the past and is fancied having finished a good fourth over a mile at this track last August. Poet's Dawn is another to consider.

PAINTERS PALETTE has made a fine start for Rebecca Menzies, scoring twice at Wolverhampton. Unpenalised for last week's victory, he gets the nod to complete the hat-trick returned to turf. Whitefeathersfall rates next best, with Cockalorum and Strawman others fancied to be thereabouts.

It's hard to oppose the hat-trick seeking PAINTERS PALETTE (nap) who escapes a penalty for his recent AW win and acts on turf.

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17:05 Ripon Handicap (Class 5) 6f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

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17:05 Ripon Handicap (Class 5) 6f Race Class Flow

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

It is difficult to predict which horse will do well based on this summary as there is limited information on their recent form and abilities. However, some horses that have shown promising form or potential include Purple Martini, Carvetii, Cinque Verde, Wreck It Ryley, and Havana Rum.

Only narrowly denied over 5f at Southwell on his latest outing, WRECK IT RYLEY has been highly consistent recently and commands respect if transferring that form to turf. He is rated 5lb above his last winning mark on the all-weather, but there is likely more to come from him. Havana Rum was a facile winner over this trip at Newcastle last October and is feared most, while Purple Martini also warrants a market check.

HAVANA RUM reacted really well to cheekpieces when a taking winner at Newcastle in October and having been gelded ahead of reappearance for his in-form yard, there's every chance he will pick up where he left off. Wreck It Ryley and Purple Martini are fit and in form so they are fancied to get involved.

Havana Rum will be a danger to all if handling the ground but NIGHTOUT may be the answer on his seasonal return.

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Racecard Key

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	TomForm top stats silver rated
	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
	At the races top pick
	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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