14:33 Stratford Handicap Chase (Class 4) 23f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

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14:33 Stratford Handicap Chase (Class 4) 23f Race Class Flow

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

TIGER ORCHID could hardly have been any more impressive when sauntering round Worcester last week, which made it two from three over fences, and a 7lb penalty may not be enough to stop him going in again. Receiving weight from all of his rivals, Mole Court appears the biggest danger, having won his last two races in emphatic style and merits plenty of respect. Of the remainder, Post No Bills should appreciate this sounder surface following his Cartmel effort last month.

TIGER ORCHID and Mole Court have both made hay at Worcester switched to fences in recent weeks and are expected to dominate this, with marginal preference for the Dr Richard Newland inmate.

Last week's easy Worcester win makes TIGER ORCHID the one to beat.

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15:08 Stratford Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 16f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

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15:08 Stratford Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 16f Race Class Flow

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

Not much form on offer here with plenty of unexposed sorts so the market may prove informative. However, there was clearly plenty expected of CITY OF RUINS when finishing third, having been sent off favourite, at Hexham on debut in June and he may be worth another chance. Gifted Angel is another who shaped well enough on his hurdling debut when filling the same position as the selection over C&D last month. Any market confidence behind Ramz, who makes his debut for Olly Murphy, would be significant.

GIFTED ANGEL translated his fair Flat ability to hurdles at the first time of asking when third over C&D 18 days ago and a repeat of that form might be good enough here. Sassissante and Ramz are interesting recruits from the Flat, while City of Ruins hails from a good stable and may step up on his opening Hexham third.

The hurdling experience of GIFTED ANGEL may enable him to win this.

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15:43 Stratford Handicap Chase (Class 5) 23f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

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15:43 Stratford Handicap Chase (Class 5) 23f Race Class Flow

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Although he failed to justify favouritism at Newton Abbot 11 days ago, another chance can be given to the Grace Harris-trained JUSTSHORTOFABUBBLE to get is head in front for the first time. He was narrowly denied over a slightly shorter trip last time and the six-year-old appears the safest choice. Dindin was below par at Worcester last month but has been freshened up since, while Conceal, who was third over C&D last time, appeals most of the remainder.

CONCEAL made a promising return from a lay-off when third over C&D last month and can build on it here to resume winning ways in a handicap where a few arrive with question marks against them. Dindin wasn't at his best when fifth at Worcester but is a reliable type overall and could emerge as the chief threat ahead of in-form maiden Justshortofabubble.

After narrowly failing to land a gamble at Newton Abbot, JUSTSHORTOFABUBBLE can gain compensation.

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16:18 Stratford Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 16f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

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16:18 Stratford Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 16f Race Class Flow

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

ALIOMAANA showed tenacity when she added a second C&D win to her portfolio 18 days ago and, given that was arguably her best effort for a while, she is hard to oppose off just 2lb higher. Lucky Draw has adapted well to hurdles and is high on the shortlist in this company. Pillar Of Steel lurks on a handy mark and also looks a big threat, alongside Karannelle, who teams up with the in-form Sean Bowen.

ADDOSH can take the odd liberty over obstacles but she figures on a very tempting mark, so is awarded the tentative vote. Aliomaana can boast a good C&D record so she's a threat, along with Pillar of Steel.

Last month's C&D winner ALIOMAANA makes most appeal.

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16:50 Stratford Handicap Chase (Class 5) 19f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

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16:50 Stratford Handicap Chase (Class 5) 19f Race Class Flow

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

ARCADE ATTRACTION responded kindly for Brian Hughes when the partnership registered a C&D success last month and more of the same is very possible, despite a 7lb higher mark. The selection has won off 5lb higher over fences in the past, so still has room to move from the revised rating. Annie Nail and Atlantic Storm are suggested as the pick of the opposition.

ARCADE ATTRACTION bounced back in no uncertain terms when making a successful start for this yard at the expense of Atlantic Storm over C&D recently and, with plenty of handicapping scope on old form, he's taken to follow up at the possible expense of his old rival. Annie Nail also merits plenty of respect.

Although recent efforts are uninspiring, STRIKING OUT has major claims on his efforts at the start of the year.

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17:25 Stratford Handicap Hurdle (Class 3) 26f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

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17:25 Stratford Handicap Hurdle (Class 3) 26f Race Class Flow

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

Scarpia edged a narrow verdict over 2m7f at Worcester last time out and might be suited by this sterner test of stamina. However, GENTLEMAN VALLEY was more convincing in winning his last three starts and Ben Pauling's gelding is capable of taking another step forward. Shantou Express needs to reverse the Worcester form with Scarpia, but stamina is assured following his C&D victory on his penultimate start and he is likely to be competitive once again.

GENTLEMAN VALLEY has a career-high mark to overcome but still can't be opposed on the back of an emphatic Worcester success as he bids to make it four wins in a row. The consistent Mr Yeats seems sure to have a say in his attempt to bag a first win of 2023, with game Worcester scorer Scarpia also in the picture in a competitive handicap.

This competitive contest can go to GENTLEMAN VALLEY (nap), who continues to improve.

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Racecard Key

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	TomForm top stats, gold rated
	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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