1 Saturday 2nd March 2024 UK Horse Racing Speed Ratings & Tips

There were 43 Races on Saturday 2nd March 2024 across 6 meetings. There was 7 races at Navan, 7 races at Newbury, 7 races at Doncaster, 7 races at Kelso, 7 races at Kempton, 8 races at Wolverhampton, no doubt Tomform helped you find a winner.

13:20 Newbury Handicap Chase (Class 2) 26f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (1) (10/1 -122%) Highland Hunter	10 10/1(-122%)	(1) Highland Hunter 10/1, Thorough stayer who made encouraging return from 21 months off when second on yard debut at Kelso in October. Creditable effort when a staying-on fourth in the Grand National Trial at Haydock last time and he's respected. Did well to hang around in Haydock's 3m4f National Trial; that was a hard race 14 days ago.
2 2nd (2) (9/4 +75%) Fortescue	2.25 9/4(+75%)	(2) Fortescue 9/4, Still capable of useful form at this best but increasingly temperamental nowadays and turned in another moody performance when down the field at Sandown last month. Cobden on board for the first time but others make more appeal. Has got himself back to a good mark; excuses last time and stable is going well.
3 3rd (3) (13/2 -30%) Omar Maretti	6.5 13/2(-30%)	(3) Omar Maretti 13/2, Landed a gamble when capitalising on a further drop in the weights at Catterick (25.2f, soft) 19 days ago. Little in the way of opposition there, however, and others make greater appeal in a deeper contest. Made it 4-4 at Catterick last time, albeit at the expense of just one other finisher.
9 4th (9) (2/1 +47%) Copperhead	2 2/1(+47%)	(9) Copperhead 2/1, Hasn't really looked like winning a race since his fine novice campaign way back in 2019/20 but efforts in defeat this season have been largely solid, most recently when third of 9 in handicap chase at Sandown (24.2f, good to soft) 16 days ago. Player receiving weight all round. Long time since he won but he's been running well of late against younger opposition.
5 5th (5) (12/1 -20%) Musical Slave	12 12/1(-20%)	(5) Musical Slave 12/1, Decent second on return at Wincanton and after a lesser effort, stepped back in the right direction at Ludlow last time. Jumping still can prove an issue, but remains one to note back from break on mark 2 lb lower than when winning similar event at Exeter last season Respectable runs on either side of a heavy defeat on Cheltenham's cross-country course.
6 \|PU\| (6) (13/2 +35%) Commodore	6.5 13/2(+35%)	(6) Commodore 13/2, Useful front-runner at his best but seemed hard to catch right last season, albeit stopping the slide to some extent when fifth here on his foray into veterans company when last seen. Has a good record fresh, so worth market check after 11 months off. Best run last season was on reappearance and he does to go well when fresh.
8 \|PU\| (8) (18/1 +28%) Amateur	18 18/1(+28%)	(8) Amateur 18/1, Added to his good Ffos Las record with a win in May. Pulled up having been ridden aggressively in the Welsh National last time and this looks a more realistic assignment. Strong stayer on a handy mark; feasible that he might return to form after wind surgery.

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13:20 Newbury Handicap Chase (Class 2) 26f Race Class Flow

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

OMAR MARETTI was an impressive winner over 3m1f at Catterick last month and the 10-year-old is hard to oppose off just a 3lb higher mark. Fortescue failed to fire on good ground at Sandown last time, but is on a workable mark if this return to a softer surface brings about any improvement. Others to note are Commodore, Secret Reprieve and Highland Hunter.

MUSICAL SLAVE's frailties have long been documented but he scored in similar company from a higher mark at Exeter last year and he may be worth chancing after a mildly more encouraging display at Ludlow last time. Copperhead has been holding his form well from this kind of mark this season and can give another good account, whilst out-and-out stayer Highland Hunter is also respected having been keeping better company for most of the season.

Copperhead deserves a break but Henry Daly's FORTESCUE (nap) is temptingly handicapped and there were excuses last time out.

13:30 Doncaster Maiden Hurdle (Class 3) 19f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
8 1st (8) (11/10 +37%) To Chase A Dream	1.1 11/10(+37%)	(8) To Chase A Dream 11/10, Point bumper winner who has found only one too good all 4 starts over hurdles to date, jumping better under change of tactics when edged out near the finish at Wetherby (19.7f) 4 weeks ago. Big player on that evidence. 2nd in all four hurdle races; 25l clear of the third on latest and he is top on ratings.
3 2nd (3) (7/1 -75%) Diamond Koda	7 7/1(-75%)	(3) Diamond Koda 7/1, Half-brother to a winning hurdler and fairly useful form himself in trio of bumpers last year, collared late on at Market Rasen (16.6f) 86 days ago. Type to make his mark in this sphere and respected. Up in trip. Related to jumps winners and has each-way claims if his bumper form is transferred.
4 3rd (4) (20/1 +20%) Kaituna River	20 20/1(+20%)	(4) Kaituna River 20/1, Winning Irish pointer who came in sixth of 11 in novice hurdle at Warwick (21f) 15 months ago, race won by Ginny's Destiny. Worth a market check on his comeback run. Won Irish point in May 2022; beaten 35l when 66-1 in Warwick novice (2m5f) that November.
5 4th (5) (4/1 -33%) Micro Millions	4 4/1(-33%)	(5) Micro Millions 4/1, £40,000 buy after winning an Irish point. Made frame on 3 of his 4 starts over hurdles, dispelling a lesser run when second in first-time cheekpieces in a Catterick maiden (25.3f) 3 weeks ago. Return to shorter rates a plus on that evidence and entitled to be thereabouts. Placed in three of his four starts over hurdles; one of the top two on hurdles form.
7 5th (7) (5/2 +50%) Scotch On Da Rocks	2.5 5/2(+50%)	(7) Scotch On Da Rocks 5/2, £80,000 buy after winning a point in April 2021. It's taken a very long time for new connections to get him to the track but needs checking out in the betting with his yard going well. Has had wind surgery (also tongue tied). £80,000 buy after 2m4f win in April 2021; yet to make his debut on racecourse proper.
1 6th (1) (100/1 -203%) Absolutely Fine	100 100/1(-203%)	(1) Absolutely Fine 100/1, £37,000 3-y-o, Pillar Coral gelding. Bred to stay well and shaped in kind when seventh of 12 in bumper at Huntingdon (15.8f) 23 days ago, plugging on. Longer-trip should help now attentions switch to hurdling but he's probably one for later on. 12-1, never dangerous when 24l seventh of 12 in bumper at Huntingdon (2m, soft) last month.
2 7th (2) (150/1 -275%) Connolly	150 150/1(-275%)	(2) Connolly 150/1, Nearer last than first in trio of bumpers, latterly back from 8 months off/following wind surgery when ninth of 11 at Wincanton (15.2f) in December. Best watched on hurdles debut. Tailed off in his three bumpers, given wind surgery before latest.
6 \|PU\| (6) (200/1 -100%) Nothinelsematters	200 200/1(-100%)	(6) Nothinelsematters 200/1, Finished fourth in a point in May but hasn't shown much in maiden/novice hurdles in recent months. Did not show nearly enough in maiden points or his two runs over hurdles.

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13:30 Doncaster Maiden Hurdle (Class 3) 19f Race Class Flow

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

Micro Millions produced a much better effort in first-time cheekpieces to fill the runner-up spot over an extended 3m1f at Catterick last time and is an interesting contender stepping back in distance. However, the vote goes to TO CHASE A DREAM, who failed to justify favouritism by only a head when he finished second for the fourth time in a row and he looks well placed to make amends for those efforts. Yalla Habibi completes the shortlist after his second-place finish at Fontwell.

TO CHASE A DREAM crucially jumped better under a change of tactics when edged out only late on at Wetherby 4 weeks ago and, having proven most consistent to date, this could be the day he deservedly opens his account. Diamond Koda, three times a runner-up in bumpers, and Micro Millions head up the dangers, with Yalla Habibi another who is respected in the opener.

A few of these deserve to make the breakthrough and TO CHASE A DREAM may be the one to do it.

13:35 Navan Maiden Hurdle 16f - 14 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
3 1st (3) (5/6 +63%) Charming Star	0.833333 5/6(+63%)	(3) Charming Star 5/6, Fairly useful winner at 12f on Flat who showed an aptitude for hurdling when fourth of 16 in a juvenile at Naas (15.5f, soft) on NH debut 34 days ago. Should progress. Flat winner on very testing ground last year and encouraging hurdle debut latest.
1 2nd (1) (14/1 +65%) Balko D'ange	14 14/1(+65%)	(1) Balko D'ange 14/1, Balko gelding. Dam, ran once over hurdles in France, half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/very smart chaser (stayed 2¾m) Mail de Bievre. Balko gelding; dam showed nothing over hurdles; yard's newcomers often need run.
12 3rd (12) (4/1 -60%) Welcome Back	4 4/1(-60%)	(12) Welcome Back 4/1, Getaway gelding. Brother to 2 winners, including fairly useful hurdler Banks Boy, stays 2½m, and half-brother to fairly useful hurdler Floral Fantasy. Makes plenty of appeal on paper. Getaway gelding; full brother to 2 jumps winners; interesting newcomer; check market.
7 4th (7) (40/1 +39%) Milteye	40 40/1(+39%)	(7) Milteye 40/1, Fairly useful Flat winner at up to 1m who shaped like a non-stayer when twelfth of 16 in juvenile hurdle at Naas (15.5f, soft) on NH debut 34 days ago. Won Redcar maiden in Britain but tailed off when 100s for Naas hurdle bow; a lot to find.
4 5th (4) (33/1 -32%) Club Manager	33 33/1(-32%)	(4) Club Manager 33/1, Fair Flat winner who looked one for later on over hurdles when fifth of 13 in a juvenile at Gowran (16f, heavy) on NH debut 14 days ago. Modest performer on Flat for Andrew Balding and tailed off when jumping poorly latest.
6 6th (6) (200/1 -203%) Ilbdare	200 200/1(-203%)	(6) Ilbdare 200/1, Fascinating Rock gelding. Half-brother to 9f winner Theophilos. Dam unraced. Fascinating Rock gelding; half-brother to 1m1f winner; hard to see him involved on debut.
14 7th (14) (125/1 -468%) Drum Roll	125 125/1(-468%)	(14) Drum Roll 125/1, Fair maiden on Flat in France, stays 9.5f, below form last time. Left N. Clement for €13,000 in November. 0-7 on Flat in France; bought for 13,000eur since; not bred for this.
5 8th (5) (22/1 -100%) Grann's Boy	22 22/1(-100%)	(5) Grann's Boy 22/1, Fair handicapper on Flat, stays 1½m, successful at Galway final start in 2023. Makes hurdles debut and can't be ruled out if taking to this new discipline. Won off 58 when last seen on the level at Galway; not bred for this but ground fine.
8 9th (8) (5/2 -79%) Shahbaz	2.5 5/2(-79%)	(8) Shahbaz 5/2, Fairly useful handicapper on Flat for Charlie Fellowes, stays 1¼m, in frame final 5 starts in 2023. Interesting hurdling debutant. Useful level up to 1m2f on Flat (RPR 91); yard do well with this type; check market.
9 \|F\| (9) (40/1 -300%) Sir Callisto	40 40/1(-300%)	(9) Sir Callisto 40/1, Fairly useful form on Flat in France, maiden winner last time, stays 13f:. Left J. Reynier €23,000 in November. Should have a future over hurdles. 1-4 in France on Flat; bought for 20,000eur since; interesting recruit for this yard.
2 \|U\| (2) (200/1 -300%) Balovale	200 200/1(-300%)	(2) Balovale 200/1, Hooded but raced freely when well held in a bumper at Naas (16f, soft, 18/1) on debut 50 days ago. Makes hurdle bow. Only 18s for bumper debut but was too keen and beaten a long way out; may want it quicker.
13 10th (13) (100/1 -52%) Wing Back	100 100/1(-52%)	(13) Wing Back 100/1, Offered little in juvenile hurdle (125/1) at Gowran (16f, heavy) on NH debut 14 days ago. Never invovled at big price when distant 6th on debut; more required and may want further.
10 11th (10) (80/1 -21%) Someone's Wish	80 80/1(-21%)	(10) Someone's Wish 80/1, Modest Flat winner who was well held on hurdling debut at Gowran (16f, heavy) 14 days ago. Dual Flat winner but beaten a huge distance on hurdle debut and best watched for now.
15 12th (15) (80/1 -100%) I Dont Lie	80 80/1(-100%)	(15) I Dont Lie 80/1, Diamond Boy filly. Half-sister to fairly useful hurdle winner/useful chaser Coach Carter. Dam (c123/h121) 2½m-3m hurdle/chase winner. Diamond Boy filly and pedigree points to her wanting further than this.

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13:35 Navan Maiden Hurdle 16f Race Speed Rating Flow

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CHARMING STAR ran a lovely race on hurdling debut at Naas which showed he could have a future in this game. He kept on without threatening in fourth and this former 1m4f winner on the Flat relishes testing ground. A big run from Shahbaz on hurdling bow for Gavin Cromwell wouldn't be a surprise. This son of Free Eagle showed an aptitude for rain-softened ground during his career on the Flat in Britain. Most notably, he won a soft-ground nursery at Newmarket and ran on for fourth on heavy going over an extended 1m2f when last seen at Nottingham in October. St Faz has shown more than enough over flights to rate a danger. He has banked a couple of third place finishes in Killarney and Cork, so more prize money awaits. Grann's Boy and Welcome Back are a pair to monitor for market moves.

CHARMING STAR, a lightly-raced winner on the Flat, showed an aptitude for hurdling when fourth at Naas in January and has to be considered the one to beat with improvement on the cards. Welcome Back and Shahbaz are a pair of interesting hurdling newcomers who need monitoring closely in the betting.

This can go the way of CHARMING STAR who ran a big race on his hurdle bow and he could be hard to beat with normal improvement

13:42 Kelso Handicap Hurdle (Class 2) 21f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
4 1st (4) (7/2 +30%) Serious Operator	3.5 7/2(+30%)	(4) Serious Operator 7/2, Enhanced good strike rate over hurdles when successful at Doncaster (19.4f) in December and ran well from revised mark when fifth in Lanzarote Hurdle (21f) since, staying on from 2 out. This less demanding and he ought to remain competitive. Fifth of 19 in the competitive Lanzarote at Kempton last time; could play a leading role.
1 2nd (1) (12/1 -100%) Brewin'upastorm	12 12/1(-100%)	(1) Brewin'upastorm 12/1, Veteran who bagged his second National Sprint Hurdle on back of a wind op 12 months ago before stamina gave out late on in Aintree Grade 1 final start. Better for return when third in Relkeel Hurdle in January and this switch back to handicaps a plus. Fair 3rd of 4 in Cheltenham Grade 2 latest; no surprise if he goes well on rare h'cap run.
3 3rd (3) (17/2 -143%) Itso Fury	8.5 17/2(-143%)	(3) Itso Fury 17/2, Won his first 2 outings over hurdles and shaped with encouragement sent handicapping on his remaining 3 starts last season. Pulled up on return but different proposition with that under his belt, running out a good winner at Wincanton (19.8f) in November. Comes here fresh and worth a look. Won at Wincanton in November last time; 5lb rise could underestimate this progressive 7yo.
7 4th (7) (18/1 -80%) Foster'sisland	18 18/1(-80%)	(7) Foster'sisland 18/1, Signed off last season with success at Bangor (19.5f) and bettered opening pair of exploits this term when runner-up at Wetherby (19.7f) in January. Lesser run back there 4 weeks ago but undergone wind surgery ahead of this. The wind op and possible return to better ground could be positives; on last winning mark.
8 5th (8) (28/1 -133%) Russian Ruler	28 28/1(-133%)	(8) Russian Ruler 28/1, Evidently not been the easiest to train but he seemed on the improve when landing a Newbury handicap and Kempton novice late last season. Showed aptitude on his Newbury chase debut but pulled up both starts since and something to prove now back over hurdles. Pulled up over fences the last twice but could stage a revival now back over hurdles.
9 6th (9) (7/2 +61%) Ilanz	3.5 7/2(+61%)	(9) Ilanz 7/2, Made it 3 wins from only 5 starts in handicap hurdles when making light of an 11-month absence at Wincanton (2½m) 7 weeks ago, leading on the line. 8 lb rise is fair enough given he came clear with a progressive sort. Not out of things. Reappeared with big-field win at Wincanton; this progressive 6yo is firmly in calculations.
5 7th (5) (11/1 -83%) Rafferty's Return	11 11/1(-83%)	(5) Rafferty's Return 11/1, Multiple hurdles winner who benefited from the drop back in trip when landing 4-runner handicap hurdle at Carlisle (19.3f) 12 days ago, clear run-in and running on. Cheekpieces worn then replaced by visor but rise in weights demands bit more in this stronger affair. Won at Carlisle recently; strength of the form is dubious but he remains on a handy mark.
6 8th (6) (16/5 +73%) The Kalooki Kid	3.2 16/5(+73%)	(6) The Kalooki Kid 16/5, Low-mileage 6-y-o who opened his account over hurdles at Musselburgh and improved again when running out a comfortable winner of a Newcastle novice (16.9f) in December. Stronger gallop would have suited when fourth in Grade 2 company since and he remains of interest now handicapping/back up in trip. Dual novice winner who has potential now up in trip on handicap debut.
2 \|PU\| (2) (9/1 -80%) Pentland Hills	9 9/1(-80%)	(2) Pentland Hills 9/1, Very smart in his pomp (won 2019 Triumph Hurdle) and produced easily his best effort for some time when a smooth-travelling second at Doncaster (19.4f, good to soft) in December. Remains on an attractive mark up 2 lb and he has to enter calculations. One of 2 representing the Henderson yard. Returned from latest layoff with good second to Serious Operator; may build on that.

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13:42 Kelso Handicap Hurdle (Class 2) 21f Race Class Flow

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THE KALOOKI KID was not disgraced in a competitive Grade 2 novice hurdle at Doncaster last time and that form suggests that a mark of 124 may underestimate him on his handicap bow. Itso Fury is an obvious threat to the selection following his Wincanton victory on his most recent outing in November, while Rafferty's Return and Pentland Hills are others who make the shortlist.

A dual novice hurdle winner during the second half of last year, THE KALOOKI KID was far from disgraced when fourth in Grade 2 company at Doncaster 5 weeks ago and, with the step back up in trip a positive, he could be the way to go from what appeals as a workable opening mark. Itso Fury and Pentland Hills head up the dangers, with Serious Operator another expected to feature.

There can be optimism that the novice THE KALOOKI KID will improve for the step up in trip on his handicap debut and he earns the vote.

13:55 Newbury Handicap Chase (Class 1) 20f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
8 1st (8) (17/2 +15%) Heltenham	8.5 17/2(+15%)	(8) Heltenham 17/2, Improved markedly for the switch to chasing last season, completing the hat-trick at this C&D in March. Hurdles winner at Wetherby on return and encouragement in both of his chase starts since, rallying well for second at Kempton (20.5f) a week ago. Merits consideration. Something approaching his best form when a rallying second last week at Kempton.
2 2nd (2) (9/2 -13%) Kandoo Kid	4.5 9/2(-13%)	(2) Kandoo Kid 9/2, Made it third time lucky over fences at this C&D in December and ran well when second of 4 in Grade 2 novice at Ascot (18.8f) later the same month. Ran poorly at Doncaster (3m) on his latest outing, but no surprise to see him bounce back returned to this venue. Plenty to like if turning a blind eye to last run which was in a strong 3m handicap.
7 3rd (7) (11/1 +31%) Gustavian	11 11/1(+31%)	(7) Gustavian 11/1, Sole win from 14 starts over fences was registered in a 3-runner Exeter handicap (24.3f) a year ago. Largely respectable efforts this season, but after a run over hurdles he unseated at the second back over fences at Kempton a week ago. Others preferred. Unseated last week; even with a trouble-free round this tougher than he's accustomed to.
3 4th (3) (8/1 +20%) Sir Psycho	8 8/1(+20%)	(3) Sir Psycho 8/1, Back over fences, made his first start since leaving Paul Nicholls a winning one in novice handicap at Ascot (18.8f) on his return (form worked out well). Ran to similar level when runner-up at Exeter, before departing at the first 36 days ago. Can give a good account back up in trip. Impressed at Ascot but came up short in a small field at Exeter and went up 2lb.
5 5th (5) (12/1 -71%) Gemirande	12 12/1(-71%)	(5) Gemirande 12/1, Gained his second win of 2022/23 at Wetherby (19.4f) in February before only narrowly denied in last year's renewal of this event. Second past the post at Cheltenham in April (demoted for causing interference) and has been absent since, though he has gone well fresh in the past. Lacks a recent run but he went close to winning this last year off just 2lb lower.
4 6th (4) (9/2 +44%) Bill Baxter	4.5 9/2(+44%)	(4) Bill Baxter 9/2, Had a fine first campaign over fences in 2022/23, gaining fourth success when gamely landing Topham Chase at Aintree (21.1f). Is in better heart than this season's figures suggest, making most until ninth (mistake next) when mid-division at Cheltenham in January. Not discounted. Fair mark and a bad mistake was the start of his capitulation back over 2m4f at Cheltenham.
6 \|PU\| (6) (8/1 -78%) Grandeur D'ame	8 8/1(-78%)	(6) Grandeur D'ame 8/1, After 6 months off, resumed his progress with a wide-margin success at Wetherby (19.4f) in November, jumping superbly. Not discredited when fourth in December Gold Cup at Cheltenham next time, before unseating at the first on his latest outing. Not taken lightly. Season was going well before departing early at Cheltenham; should have more to offer.
1 \|PU\| (1) (8/1 -7%) Jetoile	8 8/1(-7%)	(1) Jetoile 8/1, Ended last season on the up, landing back-to-back handicaps at Chepstow before making a winning return in Old Roan Chase at Aintree. After another 3 months off, shaped well when fourth at Cheltenham (20.6f) last time and he can take a step forward from that run. Major player. Remote fourth at Cheltenham latest and looks vulnerable with top weight.
9 \|PU\| (9) (9/2 +18%) Highstakesplayer	4.5 9/2(+18%)	(9) Highstakesplayer 9/2, Took a step forward when winning both starts switched to chasing last season and, after a 15-month absence, picked up where he left off when completing the hat-trick in handicap at Kempton (3m) 22 days ago. Can go well again as he bids to extend his unbeaten record over fences. Made it 3-3 when winning after an absence over 3m at Kempton; needs to hold his form.

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13:55 Newbury Handicap Chase (Class 1) 20f Race Class Flow

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JETOILE was far from disgraced in a valuable event at Cheltenham last time and he is only 3lb higher than when winning the Old Roan at Aintree earlier in the season. A reproduction of either of those efforts here would give him a big chance in this company. Heltenham has to be of some interest following his narrow defeat at Kempton a week ago, while the progressive Highstakesplayer and Kandoo Kid are others to consider.

After a further 3 months off, JETOILE wasn't able to land the 4-timer but he travelled well for a long way when fourth at Cheltenham in January, so he is taken to build on that outing to resume winning ways. Heading the list of dangers is Grandeur d'Ame, who is worth another chance after an early exit last time, while Heltenham again looked on a good mark when runner-up a week ago.

Grandeur D'Ame and Kandoo Kid are feared but Kempton winner HIGHSTAKESPLAYER could well go in again if holding his form.

14:05 Doncaster Handicap Hurdle (Class 2) 24f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
9 1st (9) (2/1 +33%) Curley Finger	2 2/1(+33%)	(9) Curley Finger 2/1, Resumed winning ways at Newcastle in January and better than ever when following up in a 14-runner affair at Musselburgh (23.8f, good to soft). 3 lb nudge fair enough and he surely won't be far away. Front-runner; won at about 3m on soft (unraced on heavy) on last two outings; respected.
3 2nd (3) (50/1 -213%) Floueur	50 50/1(-213%)	(3) Floueur 50/1, Useful winning hurdler/chaser for Gordon Elliott but offered little in 2 starts for Gary Hanmer last year. Has fared no better in a couple of runs over fences for another new yard this season and he's hard to warm to. Mainly disappointing lately; passed over despite a career-low mark and return from chasing.
5 3rd (5) (13/2 +19%) Copper Coin	6.5 13/2(+19%)	(5) Copper Coin 13/2, Best effort last season when going close in a 21f Kempton handicap in April and didn't do much wrong when again finding just one too good over the same C&D on his reappearance in November. Not in the same form at Hereford since but he's a player nonetheless. 2nd in three of last six races and shaped satisfactorily over an inadequate trip on latest.
6 4th (6) (3/1 +45%) Fingal's Hill	3 3/1(+45%)	(6) Fingal's Hill 3/1, Real credit to connections, finding further progress as he completed a 4-timer on return at Carlisle in November. Fair second off 1 lb higher back at that course recently and he's a live each-way candidate. Returned to form on latest start but needs to improve on this first attempt beyond 2m5f.
8 5th (8) (5/2 +17%) Arqoob	2.5 5/2(+17%)	(8) Arqoob 5/2, Useful handicapper on the level for William Jarvis and gained a second win over hurdles for his current yard at Sandown in November. Strong at the finish when third in a big-field Ascot handicap a fortnight ago and he's a must for the shortlist off the same mark. Upped to an extended 2m3f at Ascot latest and came from a poor position to be third of 16.
4 6th (4) (40/1 -21%) Lunar Power	40 40/1(-21%)	(4) Lunar Power 40/1, Won a handicap hurdle for Noel Meade last May but nowhere near that level in 3 runs for new yard this season. Has undergone a wind op since his latest start and he needs to bounce back in a major way. Soundly beaten on stable debut and pulled up both starts since; had a wind op in January.
1 7th (1) (25/1 -213%) Mac Tottie	25 25/1(-213%)	(1) Mac Tottie 25/1, Won 2 races over the National fences during 2021/22 campaign and notched another success at Aintree (Mildmay Course) on Boxing Day. On the same mark back hurdling here but one or two of these make greater appeal. Had a Christmas chase win after layoff; stamina query and his hurdles form isn't so good.
2 8th (2) (22/1 -83%) Aramax	22 22/1(-83%)	(2) Aramax 22/1, Landed handicap hurdles at Cartmel and Uttoxeter last summer but ran poorly back from a 10-week break when last seen at Ayr in November. Opposable on that back of that. Last March-July saw his most fruitful period for long time; tailed off in November latest.

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14:05 Doncaster Handicap Hurdle (Class 2) 24f Race Class Flow

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MAC TOTTIE made a fantastic return from over a year off the track to score by three and a quarter lengths over fences at Aintree on Boxing Day. Peter Bowen's veteran may be using this as a prep run for the Grand National, but he still could have enough to record a 10th career victory. Curley Finger, who arrives seeking a hat-trick, is only 9lb higher for those displays and he has to be considered. Equinus finished a fair third at Newbury last time and completes the shortlist.

This represents a step into the unknown trip-wise for ARQOOB but it would be something of an understatement to say that he caught the eye at Ascot recently and it could be that a proper stamina test is just what he needs. Equinus took a step back in the right direction when third at Newbury and he is next on the list ahead of Copper Coin and the hat-trick seeking Curley Finger.

He needs to pull out more again but CURLEY FINGER may complete a hat-trick, given various doubts over his rivals. Equinus is feared.

14:10 Navan Maiden Hurdle 16f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
4 1st (4) (4/6 +26%) Instant Tendance	0.666667 4/6(+26%)	(4) Instant Tendance 4/6, Fair in bumpers and ran to a similar level when third in a maiden hurdle at Navan (2m) in November. Sets the standard. Nice pedigree; form of her 3rd here in November has worked out; placed in 2 bumpers since.
11 2nd (11) (11/1 -57%) Smiling Bess	11 11/1(-57%)	(11) Smiling Bess 11/1, Shaped with some encouragement in bumpers but more needed now hurdling. Placed in bumper on debut and shown ability without threatening since; may need further.
6 3rd (6) (6/1 -9%) Lazy Bones	6 6/1(-9%)	(6) Lazy Bones 6/1, Some encouragement only start in bumpers but was weakening when falling heavily 2 out in a maiden hurdle at this course (15.7f, heavy) on debut in this sphere 20 days ago. Ability when 4th in a bumper and was involved when coming down since; heavy fall that day.
2 4th (2) (17/2 +0%) Fortuna Favente	8.5 17/2(+0%)	(2) Fortuna Favente 17/2, Twice-raced maiden. 10/1, seventh of 9 in maiden hurdle at Downpatrick (17.8f, good). Off 6 months. Not without minor promise when fav on debut; struggled latest; well bred and may do better.
8 5th (8) (33/1 +34%) Miss Vivacious	33 33/1(+34%)	(8) Miss Vivacious 33/1, Showed a bit more than first time up over hurdles when sixth of 14 in a maiden at Fairyhouse (20f, heavy, 200/1) 38 days ago. Pulled up on belated return and tailed off when 200-1 since; shorter trip unlikely to help.
7 6th (7) (100/1 -257%) Mayos Vendangeur	100 100/1(-257%)	(7) Mayos Vendangeur 100/1, Showed a bit fitted with a tongue strap for debut when eighth of 12 in a bumper (66/1) at Punchestown (16.2f, soft) 47 days ago. Makes hurdles debut. Tailed off 66-1 shot in a mares' bumper at Punchestown on debut in January.
3 7th (3) (250/1 -150%) Good Time Belle	250 250/1(-150%)	(3) Good Time Belle 250/1, Tailed off in 3 maiden hurdles. Tailed off on all three starts so far at triple figure odds; probably one for h'caps now.
10 8th (10) (66/1 -200%) Raynbo	66 66/1(-200%)	(10) Raynbo 66/1, Pulled up in maiden hurdle at Ayr (16f, heavy, 16/1) on debut 60 days ago, jumping poorly. Jumped poorly when 16-1 for her debut at Ayr in January and needs to leave that run behind.
9 9th (9) (66/1 +34%) Noriska De La Mare	66 66/1(+34%)	(9) Noriska De La Mare 66/1, Well held in 2 maiden hurdles. Distant bumper 3rd on return but tailed off in three runs since; hard to make a case for.
5 \|U\| (5) (10/3 -11%) Jokers 'n' Clowns	3.333333 10/3(-11%)	(5) Jokers 'n' Clowns 10/3, Jet Away mare. Half-sister to modest hurdler Cantkidakidder, stayed 25f. Dam unraced half-sister to winning hurdler/useful chaser (stayed 3m) Somemanforoneman. Won sole start in points (Dec 2023). Stayed on gamely to win a point but form hasn't worked out; bred for further.
1 10th (1) (250/1 -150%) Crimlin Rose	250 250/1(-150%)	(1) Crimlin Rose 250/1, Well held in maiden hurdle at this course (15.7f, heavy, 200/1) on NH debut 20 days ago. Tailed off 200-1 shot in a maiden hurdle on last month's debut here (heavy).
12 \|PU\| (12) (125/1 -89%) Curzon Queen	125 125/1(-89%)	(12) Curzon Queen 125/1, Modest maiden handicapper on Flat, stays 1¼m, well held last time (sole outing for Daniel James Murphy). Likely outsider on hurdle debut. 0-12 on the Flat and showed a modest level of form; not bred for this.

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14:10 Navan Maiden Hurdle 16f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

The form of INSTANT TENDANCE's third place in a mares' maiden hurdle over C&D in November reads well in the context of this race. She has since been placed twice in bumpers, but a return to flights could see her off the mark. Jokers 'n' Clowns won a point-to-point in December for Warren Ewing and has switched to Gavin Cromwell for her track debut, so she has to be given plenty of respect. Fortuna Favente, a half-sister to Appreciate It no less, hasn't lived up to expectations so far, but may show more on her return from a break in a race lacking depth.

INSTANT TENDANCE sets a fair standard and this looks a good opportunity for him to get off the mark unless point-recruit Jokers 'N' Clowns proves to be above average. Lazy Bones may prove best of the remainder.

Lazy Bones was still involved when coming down latest but INSTANCE TENDANCE is preferred with her November course form working out

14:17 Kelso Maiden Hurdle (Class 1) 18f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
9 1st (9) (3/1 +57%) Personal Ambition	3 3/1(+57%)	(9) Personal Ambition 3/1, Placed in an Irish point and made it 2 wins from 3 starts over hurdles back in an ordinary novice in good style in 13-runner event at Doncaster (16.6f, soft) 52 days ago. Can make his presence felt back up in grade. Two wins from this three hurdle starts and he could pose a threat now back up in grade.
1 2nd (1) (9/4 -29%) Jango Baie	2.25 9/4(-29%)	(1) Jango Baie 9/4, £170,000 buy after finishing runner-up sole start in Irish points and justified strong market support on hurdles debut at Ascot. Followed up in the Grade 1 Formby Novices' Hurdle at Aintree (16.5f) and, although not quite in the same form at Huntingdon since, he's still very much the one to beat. Question mark regarding stable form but this Grade 1 Formby winner has leading form claims.
2 3rd (2) (14/1 -56%) Cannock Park	14 14/1(-56%)	(2) Cannock Park 14/1, Successful sole outing in point bumpers and confirmed the promise of his Rules debut 7 months on when landing 10-runner contest at Bangor in October. Excellent hurdles debut when successful at Cheltenham and ran creditably when 14¾ lengths third to Jango Baie in Grade 1 at Aintree next time. 3rd in Aintree Grade 1 latest (albeit behind Jango Baie); no surprise to see bold bid.
4 4th (4) (9/1 +64%) Bertie's Ballet	9 9/1(+64%)	(4) Bertie's Ballet 9/1, Useful dual bumper winner who confirmed the promise of his hurdling debut when just nudged out to score at Haydock (15.6f, heavy) in December. Progressed again when second at Musselburgh (15.6f) last month but further improvement needed now upped in class. Soundly beaten second last time but the extra yardage may help; not ruled out each-way.
6 5th (6) (28/1 -12%) Dripsey Moon	28 28/1(-12%)	(6) Dripsey Moon 28/1, Dual point winner who looked potentially useful when making a successful hurdling debut at Perth in August. Shaped well in defeat under a penalty but has had his limitations exposed at this level the last twice. Cheekpieces on for the 1st time. Has failed to build upon promise of hurdle debut win but the drop in trip may be a plus.
5 6th (5) (28/1 +15%) Choose A Copper	28 28/1(+15%)	(5) Choose A Copper 28/1, Placed in his completed start in Irish points and readily made all at Hexham on Rules debut in October. Not beaten far despite finishing last of 3 in a Sandown listed event but was no match for an improving sort back in calmer waters here (22.7f) last time. Back down in trip. Won at Hexham in October; beaten the next twice and improvement is needed.
3 7th (3) (8/1 -45%) Alnilam	8 8/1(-45%)	(3) Alnilam 8/1, Fairly useful winner on the Flat who left behind his hurdling debut form when easily landing 9-runner novice at this course (16.2f, soft) 15 days ago. Open to further improvement. Easily beat a solid yardstick here a fortnight ago and he's a highly likeable prospect.
11 8th (11) (125/1 -25%) Will Knott	125 125/1(-25%)	(11) Will Knott 125/1, Malinas gelding who improved on his Hexham bumper debut win when third at Musselburgh in January. Faces a stiff task on hurdle debut, however. Bumper winner, but thrown in at deep end on hurdle debut and lots of improvement is needed.
12 \|B\| (12) (5/1 +23%) Brucio	5 5/1(+23%)	(12) Brucio 5/1, Showed promise in bumpers and readily surpassed previous hurdles form when landing 13-runner mares' maiden at Catterick (15.7f) in January, cruising clear. Showed further improvement when following up on handicap bow at Leopardstown (18f) and there could be more to come now upped in grade. Bolted up in Listed mares' handicap at Leopardstown and major player on the back of that.
10 \|F\| (10) (16/1 +20%) Rich Spirit	16 16/1(+20%)	(10) Rich Spirit 16/1, Showed only modest form in 2 bumpers but has developed into a fairly useful hurdler, building significantly on his Catterick novice win when second on handicap debut at Doncaster (19.4, good) last time. This requires another step forward, though. A win and a good handicap second from his last two starts; he's an each-way possible.
7 \|PU\| (7) (22/1 -57%) Intense Approach	22 22/1(-57%)	(7) Intense Approach 22/1, Dual bumper winner who was beaten in fourth when falling at the last on Wexford hurdling debut (shaped as if amiss). Tongue strap goes on and should be capable of much better. Disappointing on sole hurdle start but on heavy ground and he looked exciting previously.
8 \|PU\| (8) (150/1 -275%) Justus	150 150/1(-275%)	(8) Justus 150/1, Fairly useful on Flat for Ian Williams (stays 16.5f) and produced a much-improved performance at the second time of asking over hurdles when winning 4-runner novice at Catterick (15.7f, heavy). No match for very useful mare at Doncaster subsequently and this isn't any easier. Best of the rest behind Dysart Enos last time, but limitations could be exposed once more.

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14:17 Kelso Maiden Hurdle (Class 1) 18f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 1 race.

JANGO BAIE won a Grade 1 at Aintree on Boxing Day and was not disgraced when chasing home a talented rival under a penalty at Huntingdon last time. A reproduction of either of those efforts may well be good enough to see him home in front here. That said, the progressive Brucio should not be discounted following her success in a valuable handicap at Leopardstown last month. Others to note are Personal Ambition and Cannock Park.

A Grade 2 in which it could pay to side with PERSONAL AMBITION, who unlike standard-setter Jango Baie, hails from a stable in rude health at present and is well worth another chance at this level having dominated a Doncaster novice in good style in January. Jango Baie still warrants plenty of respect being a Grade 1 winner, while Brucio is improving in leaps and bounds and needs taking seriously, too.

The mare BRUCIO was seriously impressive when winning a Listed handicap at Leopardstown and is taken to score once more.

14:25 Newbury Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 16f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
6 1st (6) (13/2 +54%) Bucephalus	6.5 13/2(+54%)	(6) Bucephalus 13/2, Fairly useful 1¼m Flat winner who finished out of the frame for the first time in six starts over hurdles when eighth at Fontwell 17 days ago. Tongue tied added and the sort to bounce back. Went to nothing on heavy going 17 days ago; tongue-tie and 7lb claimer are enlisted.
5 2nd (5) (7/1 -100%) All Authorized	7 7/1(-100%)	(5) All Authorized 7/1, Debut bumper winner who has been brought along steadily over hurdles, patiently ridden when fourth of 5 in novice at Sandown (16f, soft) 16 days ago. More to offer now going into handicaps for good yard. Back to form on latest start; makes handicap debut and may well have more to offer.
3 3rd (3) (25/1 -400%) Tommie Gun	25 25/1(-400%)	(3) Tommie Gun 25/1, Made a successful debut over hurdles in 2m novice at Southwell in December but well below par at Leicester and Southwell since. Needs to bounce back now venturing into handicap company. Won hurdling debut at Southwell (2m, good to soft) but downhill on both outings since.
2 4th (2) (4/1 +60%) Toonagh Warrior	4 4/1(+60%)	(2) Toonagh Warrior 4/1, Has started well over hurdles for his current yard, scoring at Wetherby and creditable sixth in a Sandown handicap last time. Considered. 2m4f seems to explain a lesser show on latest start; stable has been in red-hot form.
7 5th (7) (7/1 -56%) Jack's A Legend	7 7/1(-56%)	(7) Jack's A Legend 7/1, Off 10 months before getting off the mark in 4-runner handicap hurdle at Southwell (15.8f, heavy) 95 days ago. Weighted to go well again after a break. Only four ran when he won by a street in November (2m, heavy) but he's on the shortlist.
9 6th (9) (10/1 +44%) Mountain Pass	10 10/1(+44%)	(9) Mountain Pass 10/1, Kingston Hill gelding who displayed some promise initially in trio of maiden/novice hurdles at around 2m during second half of last year. Entitled to hold more chance now handicapping up in trip and interesting if the market speaks in his favour. Soft or heavy ground would be a concern but market may guide for this handicap newcomer.
4 7th (4) (7/4 +22%) Florencethemachine	1.75 7/4(+22%)	(4) Florencethemachine 7/4, Successful in Irish points and confirmed previous hurdling promise when landing 2m novice at Exeter last month. Open to further improvement on her handicap bow. Player. Room for improvement in her jumping; won at 8-11 in Exeter maiden latest; could progress.
1 \|PU\| (1) (18/1 -50%) Brave Jen	18 18/1(-50%)	(1) Brave Jen 18/1, Improved when narrowly denied in C&D listed event in December but below that level when third in novice at Wincanton (21.4f, soft) 30 days ago. Worth another chance now going into handicaps. Easily best effort was C&D second; 19l loss when the form choice was disconcerting latest.

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14:25 Newbury Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 16f Race Class Flow

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

FLORENCETHEMACHINE put in a career best when getting off the mark under Rules at Exeter last time and that form suggests that an opening mark of 111 should be workable for Paul Nicholls' mare. Jack's A Legend had plenty in hand when scoring at Southwell on his most recent outing in November and has to be considered off just a 7lb higher rating, while Toonagh Warrior should appreciate the drop in trip.

A fair bit of potential on show here, not least Gary Moore's ALL AUTHORIZED who appeals as a likely improver now pitched into a handicap for the first time. Fellow debutante in this sphere Florencethemachine rates a big threat though, while Jack's A Legend figures on a handy-looking mark and must enter calculations along with Toonagh Warrior and Bucephalus.

Toonagh Warrior and Jack's A Legend are highly respected. However, ALL AUTHORIZED, for one, may be about to take a step forward.

14:35 Doncaster Handicap Chase (Class 2) 16f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
4 1st (4) (3/1 -20%) Homme Public	3 3/1(-20%)	(4) Homme Public 3/1, Won twice over hurdles last season and made a successful debut over fences at Wetherby on return. Followed up in Grade 2 at Cheltenham next time (held when left in front at last) and put in another good effort when second back in a handicap last time. Player returning from a 7-week break. Took well to fences in the autumn but was fortunate to collect a Grade 2; others preferred.
7 2nd (7) (17/2 +39%) Riders Onthe Storm	8.5 17/2(+39%)	(7) Riders Onthe Storm 17/2, High-class chaser in his pomp but it's been a struggle since his Old Roan success on last season's reappearance. Sent off favourite given his record fresh but was below form after 8 months off back there on Boxing Day. Headgear back on but others have more compelling claims (had wind op). Grade 1 chase winner in 2020 but has regressed and become very inconsistent.
3 3rd (3) (4/1 +43%) Malystic	4 4/1(+43%)	(3) Malystic 4/1, Capped a fine 2022/23 season with this third win of the campaign at Ayr (16.5f) in April. Failed to make an impact on his first 3 outings this season but bounced back to his best with headgear discarded when third over C&D 5 weeks ago. Nudged up 1 lb and certainly not discounted. Back in form with good third over C&D in January and remains on a workable mark.
2 4th (2) (11/8 +45%) Tommy's Oscar	1.375 11/8(+45%)	(2) Tommy's Oscar 11/8, Prolific winning hurdler and even better over fences, winning Grade 2 over C&D last term. Better than ever when making a winning return at Kelso and ran respectably returned to chasing when fourth at Musselburgh (20.3f, good to soft) last month. Major player with that under his belt. Grade 2 novice winner over C&D last season; drops back in trip after respectable 2m4f run.
5 5th (5) (7/1 +72%) The Big Bite	7 7/1(+72%)	(5) The Big Bite 7/1, Useful sort on his day over fences and back to that level in first-time headgear when narrow winner of Greatwood Gold Cup at Newbury 12 months ago. Has offered little this term, though, down the field back over hurdles for the first time in approaching 5 years here 5 weeks ago. Has lost his way since landing a good prize at Newbury a year ago.

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14:35 Doncaster Handicap Chase (Class 2) 16f Race Class Flow

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

Nube Negra is a fascinating contender stepping into handicap company after competing in Graded company this season. However, previous C&D winner TOMMY'S OSCAR looks the way to go after being dropped 2lb for his fourth over an extended 2m4f at Musselburgh last month. Ann Hamilton's stable star will appreciate the drop in trip and could put these to the sword. Homme Public has been in good heart this season and is another to watch out for.

TOMMY'S OSCAR found the lack of a recent outing telling late on at Musselburgh last month so, with that run sure to have blown away the cobwebs, Ann Hamilton's very smart chaser earns the vote to notch his fourth win over the larger obstacles at the expense of Nube Negra, who found Grade 1 company all too much last time and he should be much more at home back in a handicap. Homme Public and Malystic can fight out third.

This can go to Grade 2 C&D winner TOMMY'S OSCAR (nap), who is back on a good mark and will be suited by today's drop back in trip.

14:40 Navan Handicap Hurdle 20f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
7 1st (7) (10/3 -33%) Aodhan May	3.333333 10/3(-33%)	(7) Aodhan May 10/3, On a quick hat-trick after wins here and at Punchestown (24.9f, heavy) in recent weeks. Likely capable of even better and can defy the handicapper again. Goes for hat-trick; seemingly relished 3m1f latest; now 9lb higher dropping 5f in trip.
9 2nd (9) (7/2 +0%) Chosen Diamond	3.5 7/2(+0%)	(9) Chosen Diamond 7/2, Winner in chase at Naas in November. Fell in handicap hurdle at this C&D (heavy, 10/3) 42 days ago. Has good chance on form. Still in with a big shout over C&D latest when falling heavily; 2lb rise is lenient.
10 3rd (10) (6/1 +29%) Maimie's Magic	6 6/1(+29%)	(10) Maimie's Magic 6/1, Tongue strap on for 1st time, creditable fourth of 8 in handicap hurdle at Kelso (22.7f, soft, 15/2) 15 days ago. Another to consider. Running well in defeat; fair Kelso 4th latest but this is tougher, despite her lower mark.
2 4th (2) (14/1 -40%) Ebasari	14 14/1(-40%)	(2) Ebasari 14/1, 11/1, fifth of 10 in handicap hurdle at Naas (15.8f, heavy) 21 days ago. Up in trip. Can give a good account. Losing run is mounting up but back on a good mark; stamina to prove at this trip on heavy.
4 5th (4) (4/1 +11%) Upping The Anti	4 4/1(+11%)	(4) Upping The Anti 4/1, Useful winner at 20f in chases. 9/1, good fourth of 14 in handicap hurdle at Naas (18.5f, soft) 34 days ago. Yard in good form. Should go well again. Struggling before encouraging 2l defeat latest and will relish this longer trip.
8 6th (8) (11/2 +69%) Rockbrook	5.5 11/2(+69%)	(8) Rockbrook 11/2, Winner in hurdle at Limerick in October. 11/1, respectable eighth of 14 in handicap hurdle at Naas (18.5f, soft) 34 days ago. Stable won the race last year. 0-9; demoted earlier in season but hasn't built on that promising run since.
6 7th (6) (16/1 +52%) Carrig Carol	16 16/1(+52%)	(6) Carrig Carol 16/1, Eleven runs since last win in 2022. 40/1, pulled up in handicap hurdle at Limerick (24f, heavy) 65 days ago. Pulled up over fences 2 starts ago and didn't go a yard back over timber since.
5 8th (5) (28/1 +15%) Smackwater Jack	28 28/1(+15%)	(5) Smackwater Jack 28/1, Thirteen runs since last win in 2019. First run since leaving Olly Murphy when pulled up in handicap hurdle (50/1) at Fairyhouse (24f, heavy) 35 days ago, pulled up early in straight. Pulled up latest on the back of another long absence and enough to prove now.
3 9th (3) (10/1 -100%) El Capitaine	10 10/1(-100%)	(3) El Capitaine 10/1, Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. Off 13 months. First run for yard after leaving Michael Lynch. Makes handicap hurdle debut. Plenty of promise in 3 runs last winter but may be best watched after more than 1 year off.

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14:40 Navan Handicap Hurdle 20f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

UPPING THE ANTI wasn't cutting much ice in high-quality races over fences, but showed much more in fourth when switched back to hurdles in Naas. With a hurdle mark some 25lb lower than his chase rating, one of these races is going to fall his way sooner rather than later. El Capitaine comes with risks reappearing for the first time in over a year for a new stable, however, he does look well handicapped on a mark of 114. He was last seen finishing third in a maiden hurdle at Fairyhouse and that form has been emphatically endorsed by the winner, the runner-up and the fourth home. Chosen Diamond had closed on the leader when he fell at the last over C&D at this track at this track last month, so is an obvious contender. Aodhan May is in a good place at the minute having won over further here and in Punchestown. The handicapper has tacked on 9lb but this in-form mare's claims are hard to ignore.

AODHAN MAY only had to be pushed out at Punchestown last week and can make light of a 9 lb rise and complete a hat-trick. Chosen Diamond looked a big threat when falling at the last over C&D 6 weeks ago and is second choice ahead of Henry de Bromhead's Upping The Anti.

PARTY PLAYBOY probably bounced on his second run back from an absence a fortnight ago and he showed he retained ability previously

14:50 Kelso Handicap Hurdle (Class 2) 16f - 17 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
17 1st (17) (9/1 +50%) Cracking Rhapsody	9 9/1(+50%)	(17) Cracking Rhapsody 9/1, Perth bumper winner who has made a good start to his hurdle career, turning around January's C&D form with Ginger Mail when edging ahead close home back here 15 days ago. Only nudged up 4 lb and has the potential for better again. Narrow C&D win recently; unexposed and could prove well suited by this big-field scenario.
11 2nd (11) (16/1 +52%) Ginger Mail	16 16/1(+52%)	(11) Ginger Mail 16/1, Largely consistent type who was back to winning ways when seeing off Cracking Rhapsody in a small-field race over C&D in January. Found that reopposing rival too strong back here since and probably vulnerable in this deeper race. In good form in small-field C&D handicaps the last twice; this could prove too competitive.
16 3rd (16) (7/2 +75%) Skycutter	3.5 7/2(+75%)	(16) Skycutter 7/2, Having only his third start for the Dan Skelton stable when comfortably seeing off 10 rivals over 17f at Carlisle (soft) last month. A 6 lb rise isn't too severe for one whose useful Flat form suggests he could rate even higher in this sphere. Gets the vote. 5l win at Carlisle last time and there can be optimism he remains well treated up 6lb.
13 4th (13) (25/1 +24%) The Churchill Lad	25 25/1(+24%)	(13) The Churchill Lad 25/1, Dual juvenile hurdle winner last season and struck gain in 2m Haydock handicap in the mud in December. Below par behind Ginger Mail and Cracking Rhapsody over C&D in January but back on song with a hood refitted when second at Catterick 19 days ago. Some good form in recent months but back up in grade today and that may find him out.
3 5th (3) (12/1 +25%) Anyharminasking	12 12/1(+25%)	(3) Anyharminasking 12/1, Right back on the up when second at Newbury (20.5f) in December but not in the same form when only fourth at Doncaster a fortnight later, looking a bit quirky again. His form has been up and down this season but he's not ruled out now back down in trip.
12 6th (12) (20/1 +39%) Caithness	20 20/1(+39%)	(12) Caithness 20/1, Comfortable all-the-way winner of C&D maiden/handicap hurdles at Kelso in the autumn. Improved again when a fine third of 17 at Cheltenham in November but hs last 2 efforts have been underwhelming. Down the field elsewhere the last twice but made all twice in a row over C&D in the autumn.
18 7th (18) (11/1 +67%) Ballygeary	11 11/1(+67%)	(18) Ballygeary 11/1, Has made a very positive start to his hurdles career, winning 4 times. Solid efforts in defeat in 2m handicaps at Musselburgh this year and possible he could pull out a bit more for first-time cheekpieces. Some good form this season; needs something extra but perhaps the cheekpieces will help.
9 8th (9) (22/1 +45%) Bass Rock	22 22/1(+45%)	(9) Bass Rock 22/1, In better form than it might appear, just getting going having been outpaced when blundering 2 out in 2½m Musselburgh handicap chase in January. Lower mark over hurdles but this test probably sharper than ideal. Has dropped down the weights but he's been below his best over fences this season.
4 9th (4) (18/1 +18%) Geromino	18 18/1(+18%)	(4) Geromino 18/1, Arrives on the back of 2 wins at Doncaster under Charlie Maggs around the turn of the year, holding on gamely from an unexposed type over 19.5f latterly. The pair were nicely clear so he doesn't look overburdened up 8 lb. Has won two in a row since reverting to hurdles; this is tougher, but clearly in fine form.
5 10th (5) (33/1 -32%) Little Mixup	33 33/1(-32%)	(5) Little Mixup 33/1, Has improved with each start this season, resuming winning ways in 2m Thurles handicap (heavy) 6 weeks ago. Not obviously well treated from his British mark, though. Progressive Irish 7yo; British mark could be on harsh side but he may have more to offer.
7 11th (7) (14/1 -17%) Bingoo	14 14/1(-17%)	(7) Bingoo 14/1, Four-time 2m Hexham winner who showed he can do it at other venues when winning 2½m Aintree handicap (heavy) on Boxing Day reappearance. Made striking move into contention and the drop back to 2m shouldn't faze him. Not discounted. Made it 3-3 in h'caps at Aintree on Boxing Day; this is a tougher test but he's unexposed.
6 12th (6) (80/1 -60%) N'golo	80 80/1(-60%)	(6) N'golo 80/1, Produced a a career best to win the Swinton at Haydock in May 2022 but not seen since finishing down the field in the Greatwood at Cheltenham in November of that year. A watching brief has to be the percentage call. Won the Swinton Hurdle in May 2022 but absent since that November; returns in tough race.
15 13th (15) (40/1 +39%) Ganapathi	40 40/1(+39%)	(15) Ganapathi 40/1, Useful hurdle/chase winner for Willie Mullins. Has shown he retains ability over fences for new stable this winter but returns to hurdles in a warm race. Others are preferred. Encouraging 3rd over fences latest but others more compelling in this warm handicap hurdle.
10 14th (10) (14/1 +44%) Salsada	14 14/1(+44%)	(10) Salsada 14/1, Useful Flat/hurdles winner who got right back on track when second to Epatante in 2m Grade 2 at Doncaster last January. Sound effort from out of the weights in the Scottish Champion Hurdle at Ayr 12 weeks later but hasn't been seen since. Absent since last April but she can go well fresh and could be on an advantageous mark.
1 15th (1) (7/1 +30%) Benson	7 7/1(+30%)	(1) Benson 7/1, Won this race 12 months ago and arrives in form again after a win over 2½m and fourth over 2m (competitive Scottish County Hurdle) at Musselburgh this year. Unlikely to give up his crown without a fight. Won this last year and in good form at Musselburgh the last twice; on the shortlist.
14 \|PU\| (14) (5/1 +9%) Black Hawk Eagle	5 5/1(+9%)	(14) Black Hawk Eagle 5/1, Fairly useful Flat/hurdles winner for Noel Meade who has made a good start to life in Britain, winning a Wincanton handicap on Boxing Day and following up at Hereford (2m, good to soft) 4 weeks later. Did it cosily on both occasions and remains of interest off 6 lb higher. Has done well for new yard and arrives on a hat-trick; could continue to improve.
8 \|PU\| (8) (12/1 +0%) Rewired	12 12/1(+0%)	(8) Rewired 12/1, Winner of 2m handicaps at Doncaster and Taunton on his 2 starts this season. A further 7 lb rise is unlikely to prevent this thriving sort going well on hs hat-trick bid. 2-2 this season; up in the weights and in grade but may well have more left in the tank.

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14:50 Kelso Handicap Hurdle (Class 2) 16f Race Class Flow

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UNDER CONTROL bumped into a high-class rival when filling second place in a Grade 2 at Doncaster last time and that performance suggests that a mark of 138 should be workable on her return to handicap company. Last year's winner Benson has to be of interest once again, despite arriving here off a 5lb higher mark. Rewired edges out The Churchill Lad and Bingoo to be best of the rest.

SKYCUTTER appeals as one who could have more to offer now he's up and running for Dan Skelton and might prove the answer to this highly-competitive handicap. J P McManus, Nicky Henderson and Nico de Boinville combined to win the Betfair Hurdle at Newbury recently and Under Control, who arrives on the back of a second in a Grade 2, provides them with a good chance of another big pot. Black Hawk Eagle, Cracking Rhapsody and last year's winner Benson are a few of many others who could go well.

The lightly raced 5yo CRACKING RHAPSODY has hinted that today's big-field scenario and competitive gallop will be right up his street.

15:00 Newbury Handicap Hurdle (Class 3) 16f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
7 1st (7) (2/1 +50%) Spring Note	2 2/1(+50%)	(7) Spring Note 2/1, Bumper winner who doubled her hurdles tally over C&D just after Christmas, proving well suited by the drop back in trip (ran over 3m on reappearance) and clear before 2 out. 13 lb higher mark to contend with but further progress would come as no surprise. Up 13lb for latest stroll here but difficult to gauge where her limitations lie.
2 2nd (2) (11/8 +39%) Brentford Hope	1.375 11/8(+39%)	(2) Brentford Hope 11/8, Bordering on smart on the Flat and easily bagged a third success over hurdles for current yard in C&D handicap in November. Posted another good effort when third in the Gerry Feilden over C&D in December and should have a big say here. C&D winner; coped well with an 11lb rise when third in the Gerry Feilden here.
6 3rd (6) (8/1 -60%) Shared	8 8/1(-60%)	(6) Shared 8/1, Took well to hurdling for this yard last season and improved again to win 2m Chepstow handicap on reappearance in October. Off again since but evidently capable when fresh. One of 2 solid contenders for the Harry Derham yard. First run since winning at Chepstow in October but that was after a similar break.
3 4th (3) (12/1 +64%) West To The Bridge	12 12/1(+64%)	(3) West To The Bridge 12/1, Better than ever when winning Sandown handicap last spring and good second on Uttoxeter reappearance in October. Given time after a fall at Newton Abbot later that month and he looked rusty on his return action at Kempton last weekend. Multiple winner but it's been over three years since he last competed at 2m.
1 5th (1) (5/1 +9%) Punctuation	5 5/1(+9%)	(1) Punctuation 5/1, Most progressive since joining this yard and equipped with a tongue tie, rounding off last season with success at Aintree in April. Made a winning return on the Flat at York before shaping better than the result in handicap hurdles at Cheltenham and Doncaster this winter. Respected. Aintree winner last April; good reason to believe he can improve on this season's form.
4 6th (4) (25/1 -108%) Perseus Way	25 25/1(-108%)	(4) Perseus Way 25/1, Dual winner on the Flat who quickly developed into a useful juvenile hurdler for Gary Moore last season. Recorded 2 good placed efforts on AW Flat for Owen Burrows in the autumn and respected back hurdling after another change of stable. Good juvenile last season for Gary Moore; reliable and respected on stable debut.

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15:00 Newbury Handicap Hurdle (Class 3) 16f Race Class Flow

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Spring Note is bound to be popular after an easy success over C&D in December, but the form of her stable is a worry and a 13lb rise is bound to make life tougher. Preference is for BRENTFORD HOPE, who drops in grade having finished third in a premier handicap over C&D last time out. He wasn't for catching on his penultimate start here and makes plenty of appeal, while Chepstow winner Shared is noted too.

BRENTFORD HOPE did well over C&D towards the end of 2023 and might be able to notch another win back from a 3-month break. Punctuation is in better heart than his 2 form figures this winter might suggest and is feared most ahead of the selection's stablemate Shared.

Spring Note and Brentford Hope are dangers but there could be a big run in PUNCTUATION who loves soft ground.

15:10 Doncaster Maiden Hurdle (Class 1) 24f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
10 1st (10) (20/1 +20%) Pinot Rouge	20 20/1(+20%)	(10) Pinot Rouge 20/1, Successful on sole outing in Irish points and made a successful debut und Rules when third of 12 in a novice hurdle (40/1) at Newcastle (20.3f, heavy) 32 days ago, finishing strongly. Up in trip and likely to improve. Well down this pack on bare form but is open to improvement back at 3m.
1 2nd (1) (4/1 +0%) Ottizzini	4 4/1(+0%)	(1) Ottizzini 4/1, Had looked exposed prior to winning 5-runner novice hurdle at Musselburgh (23.8f, good to soft) 28 days ago, making all and well on top finish. Had the race of the race on that occasion but still warrants respect. Suited by step up to 3m at Musselburgh last time; major player, even with 3lb penalty.
2 3rd (2) (12/1 +64%) Baby Shally	12 12/1(+64%)	(2) Baby Shally 12/1, Point winner who made a successful start in this sphere in a 7-runner novice at Wincanton in December. Not disgraced under a penalty both outings since but did finish rather weakly at Wincanton last time. Tongue strap on for 1st time. Has not built on Wincanton win but may improve for this first crack at 3m under rules.
9 4th (9) (14/1 +0%) Mellificent	14 14/1(+0%)	(9) Mellificent 14/1, Fairly useful bumper winner who put her experience to good use in a first-time tongue strap when winning 9-runner novice at Carlisle (20f, soft) on hurdles bow in October, well on top finish. Open to improvement. Absent since Carlisle win in October; still unexposed and looks suited by being fresh.
6 5th (6) (11/4 +45%) Gaye Legacy	2.75 11/4(+45%)	(6) Gaye Legacy 11/4, Steady improver in handicaps this season, showing an excellent attitude to resume winning ways in 16-runner event at Newbury (24.2f, soft) 39 days ago. Well worth a shot at this level. Form figures of 1221 since upped to 2m7f/3m; worth her place in this; highly respected.
3 6th (3) (100/1 -100%) Chatshow Host	100 100/1(-100%)	(3) Chatshow Host 100/1, Steady progress in 3 runs over hurdles but has lots to find in this grade. Showed only ordinary form when second at Musselburgh most recently.
4 7th (4) (15/2 -50%) Dontyawantme	7.5 15/2(-50%)	(4) Dontyawantme 15/2, Fairly useful bumper winner who is proving to be steadily progressive over hurdles and got off the mark in 11-runner novice at Carlisle (19.3f, soft) 26 days ago, by neck from Lunar Discovery, holding on gamely. Meets that rival on much worse terms but further improvement isn't out of the question. Gamely beat Lunar Discovery at Carlisle; could well improve further over this longer trip.
8 \|PU\| (8) (3/1 -33%) Lunar Discovery	3 3/1(-33%)	(8) Lunar Discovery 3/1, Dual bumper winner last season. Also won first 2 starts over hurdles (both 2m Hexham) and has lost little in defeat both outings since, including when a close second to Dontyawantme at Carlisle last month. Solid claims up in trip. Better off with Dontyawantme on Carlisle form; leading player provided she stays new trip.
5 \|PU\| (5) (9/1 +78%) For Gina	9 9/1(+78%)	(5) For Gina 9/1, Hasn't done much wrong since sent handicapping at a low level, notching her third success at Fakenham (23.4f, soft) 15 days ago. Has a whole lot more on her plate here, though. Progressive in Class 5 handicaps; faces a much tougher assignment in this grade.
11 \|PU\| (11) (40/1 +0%) Spice Diva	40 40/1(+0%)	(11) Spice Diva 40/1, Modest maiden hurdler who seemed to run up to her best in a first-time tongue strap when second in 7-runner handicap at Ayr (20.4f, heavy, 9/4) 18 days ago. Up against it on these terms, though. Irish mare who remains a maiden under rules; plenty to find on ratings.

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15:10 Doncaster Maiden Hurdle (Class 1) 24f Race Class Flow

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Craig Lidster holds big aspirations for his training operation and with Dontyawantme being the only jumps-orientated horse currently under his care, it can be assured the daughter of Getaway will be primed for this latest challenge. However, as the case with the likes of the previously Listed-placed (2m3f) Lunar Discovery, the step up in trip is a concern for Lidster's mare. With that in mind, progressive Newbury winner GAYE LEGACY may be the way to go, with her stamina more proven and the galloping nature of this course likely to ideally suit. Irish raider Ottizzini completes the shortlist.

GAYE LEGACY has progressed well in handicaps this season and, with conditions set to be in her favour and her stamina assured, it's hard to believe she won't give another good account now upped in grade. Lunar Discovery is another leading contender on form and is sure to pose a big threat if seeing out the longer trip, while Pinot Rouge is an interesting outsider having caught the eye finishing strongly on her Rules debut at Newcastle.

First choice is progressive GAYE LEGACY, ahead of Ottizzini. Other big players are Lunar Discovery and Dontyawantme.

15:15 Navan Maiden Hurdle 22f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
4 1st (4) (5/4 +38%) Kinturk Kalanisi	1.25 5/4(+38%)	(4) Kinturk Kalanisi 5/4, Fairly useful form. Second of 9 in maiden hurdle at Punchestown (23.7f, soft, 15/8) 26 days ago. Smart form behind Largy Hill and Lucky Lyreen on last two starts and handles this ground.
1 2nd (1) (11/4 +58%) Born Braver	2.75 11/4(+58%)	(1) Born Braver 11/4, Once-raced maiden. 10/1, second of 10 in bumper at Fairyhouse (16f, heavy) on NH debut 35 days ago. Makes hurdles debut. Significantly up in trip. Stable having good spell. Dual point winner last year and kept on well over insufficient 2m; longer trip will suit.
5 3rd (5) (40/1 -400%) Last Round	40 40/1(-400%)	(5) Last Round 40/1, Getaway gelding. Brother to 2 winners, including fairly useful hurdler Banks Boy, stays 2½m, and half-brother to fairly useful hurdler Floral Fantasy. Newcomer from top stable. Check the betting. Getaway gelding; brother to 2 winners over jumps; this looks tough for a newcomer.
7 4th (7) (2/1 -60%) Special Cadeau	2 2/1(-60%)	(7) Special Cadeau 2/1, Promising sort. Useful bumper performer. Fourth of 11 in maiden at Naas (18.5f, soft, 11/2) on hurdles bow 34 days ago. Up in trip. Should have more to offer and the one to beat. Bumper winner in Britain; hasn't built on his promising yard debut subsequently; new trip.
6 5th (6) (20/1 -264%) Lough Owel	20 20/1(-264%)	(6) Lough Owel 20/1, Cost €255,000 after striking at the third time of asking in points last April. Has shaped like a stayer when placed in 2 bumpers this winter so this longer trip should suit now hurdling. Respected. Improving with each start and this point winner is bred to appreciate the step up in trip.
3 6th (3) (200/1 -203%) Kinbara Hills	200 200/1(-203%)	(3) Kinbara Hills 200/1, Well held in Musselburgh bumper last month and 125/1 when unseating first in maiden hurdle at Fairyhouse since. Significantly up in trip. Shaped okay when green on debut but unseated early when 125s for hurdle bow since.

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15:15 Navan Maiden Hurdle 22f Race Speed Rating Flow

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KINTURK KALANISI has been placed over further trips in Cork and Punchestown, and could get his turn. His third in Cork behind a subsequent Grade 3 novice hurdle winner can be seen in a better light now. Former point-to-point winner Special Cadeau is up in trip on his second start over flights and there should be more to come from him for Willie Mullins. Born Braver was readily outgunned in second in a bumper over the minimum trip at Fairyhouse, however, he had a decent record 'between the flags', so this trip could see him make an impact on hurdle debut.

SPECIAL CADEAU can build on his Naas hurdle debut fourth and strike for Willie Mullins. Lough Owel should benefit from the increased test of stamina now hurdling and is second choice ahead of Punchestown runner-up Kinturk Kalanisi.

KINTURK KALANISI (nap) brings some really smart form to the table, notably his close up third to Largy Hill and he may progress further

15:25 Kelso Conditions Chase (Class 1) 23f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
2 1st (2) (9/4 +68%) Thunder Rock	2.25 9/4(+68%)	(2) Thunder Rock 9/4, Developed into a smart chaser last season and readily won similar event at Carlisle on return. Failed to cope with the sterner examination of a top-level handicap at Cheltenham next time but back on track when runner-up at Musselburgh. Worth another go at this trip but has a penalty to defy. Unexposed at this sort of trip and latest run put him firmly back on the radar.
5 2nd (5) (7/1 +22%) Minella Drama	7 7/1(+22%)	(5) Minella Drama 7/1, Smart performer who returned with a good second in the Old Roan Chase at Aintree. Poor efforts next 2 starts, including back over hurdles last time, but good chance on these terms if back to his best returning from a break and in a first-time tongue strap. Right out of form on last two outings and had wind op in between; tongue-tie and new trip.
4 3rd (4) (9/1 -80%) Elvis Mail	9 9/1(-80%)	(4) Elvis Mail 9/1, Not the best of jumpers but enhanced excellent record here when making a winning return in class 2 handicap (26f). Struggled over the Cheltenham fences next time, however, and bit to find with the principals here. Has a fine record at this track, including wins last March and October; they were 3m2f.
3 4th (3) (3/1 +0%) Aye Right	3 3/1(+0%)	(3) Aye Right 3/1, Solid start to this season when just touched off in a veterans' chase at Chepstow and placed in similar events next 2 starts, beating the rest decisively when second in Series Final at Warwick. Should be in the mix again on these terms. Second on two of this season's three starts and set for another bold show.
6 5th (6) (5/2 -43%) Monbeg Genius	2.5 5/2(-43%)	(6) Monbeg Genius 5/2, Highly progressive over fences last season, winning 3 handicaps before ending his campaign with an excellent third in the Ultima at Cheltenham. Undone by a bad mistake when pulled up on return at Ascot but back on track when third in Coral Gold Cup at Newbury. More to come and big shout. Big-race third at Newbury (3m2f); off three months since with reportedly minor problems.
7 6th (7) (18/1 -29%) La Renommee	18 18/1(-29%)	(7) La Renommee 18/1, Progressive chaser who made a winning return in a handicap at Ludlow in October. Excellent runner-up efforts in listed mares events last 2 starts but looks vulnerable up against the males and also has stamina to prove. More to prove on worse than good to soft, especially as she's unraced beyond 2m5f.
1 \|PU\| (1) (80/1 -21%) Cooper's Cross	80 80/1(-21%)	(1) Cooper's Cross 80/1, Had an excellent campaign last season, winning Sky Bet and Doncaster and excellent second in the Scottish National at Ayr final start. However, no show in 4 starts this term so has plenty to prove. 2nd in 2023 Scottish National (7lb lower today) but this season has made for grim viewing.

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15:25 Kelso Conditions Chase (Class 1) 23f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 1 race.

A respectable third in the Coral Gold Cup in December, MONBEG GENIUS looks the one with most upside and can take this en route to a tilt at the Grand National next month. The eight-year-old has dominated in smaller fields before and he should have too much class for admirable veteran Aye Right, who went down on his sword at Warwick last time out. Course specialist Elvis Mail is another to consider, as well as Thunder Rock.

MONBEG GENIUS left his reappearance well behind when placed in another top handicap at Newbury in November and is preferred to the much more exposed Aye Right. Thunder Rock's latest second at Musselburgh suggests he's still on the upgrade but he does have a penalty to defy.

Top of the list is the admirable veteran AYE RIGHT (nap), ahead of Thunder Rock, Elvis Mail and Monbeg Genius.

15:32 Newbury Handicap Hurdle (Class 3) 20f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
8 1st (8) (4/1 +11%) Knowwhentoholdem	4 4/1(+11%)	(8) Knowwhentoholdem 4/1, Improved second in Newton Abbot maiden on final start last season and made a sound start to his handicap career when third of 8 on return at Haydock in December. Backward step at Sandown since but probably worth another chance and booking of Harry Cobden is an obvious plus. Beaten 8l (2m3f, heavy) and 17l (2m4f, soft) in this season's handicaps.
3 2nd (3) (3/1 -50%) Jatiluwih	3 3/1(-50%)	(3) Jatiluwih 3/1, Lightly-raced since landing a 21f Cheltenham handicap back in November 2021. Generally performed with credit last season and, having shaped as though working his way back to form at Wetherby last month, he's a strong candidate off this career-low mark. Signs that be might be easing himself back into form when finishing closer at Wetherby.
2 3rd (2) (11/4 +45%) Glynn	2.75 11/4(+45%)	(2) Glynn 11/4, Evidently not easy to train but he is talented and was a creditable third off 2 lb higher over C&D on his seasonal reappearance last term. Below par at Ascot since, which was his final run for Nicky Henderson some 12 months ago, but he's not discounted all the same. Tongue strap applied. Won a maiden hurdle for Nicky Henderson but then went 0-7 in handicaps; had a year off.
7 4th (7) (11/2 +61%) Current Mood	5.5 11/2(+61%)	(7) Current Mood 11/2, Three-time winner over hurdles during 2021/22 campaign but there have been few positives to glean from her efforts so far this season. Looks cold as ice at the minute and was beaten early at Taunton 11 days ago.
6 5th (6) (7/1 -40%) Zoffee	7 7/1(-40%)	(6) Zoffee 7/1, A fairly useful winning hurdler/chaser for Philip Hobbs in 2021 and since shown himself to be a useful stayer on the Flat for Hugo Palmer. However, he was disappointing on debut for this yard back hurdling at Taunton in January and now has a bit to prove. Nearly won last year's Chester Cup on soft; well held on recent belated return to hurdles.
4 6th (4) (8/1 -33%) Fern Hill	8 8/1(-33%)	(4) Fern Hill 8/1, This mark is a good one judged on his reappearance third (wore first-time tongue strap) in the Chepstow handicap chase won by subsequent Welsh National winner Nassalam. However, pulled up both starts since and it's hard to know what to expect of him now returned to this sphere with blinkers added. Pulled up last twice; reverts to hurdling for first time in 3 years wearing new blinkers.

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15:32 Newbury Handicap Hurdle (Class 3) 20f Race Class Flow

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Soaring Glory has been highly tried on occasions and is beginning to look really well treated. Now dropped in class, Jonjo O'Neill's top-weight commands respect. However, with first-time blinkers a possible source of improvement, FERN HILL is worth chancing on these terms. Still unexposed over hurdles, the selection is having his first start in handicap company over timber and is very interesting. Jatiluwih is the pick of the rest.

The 10-y-os JATILUWIH and Glynn can fight this out, with preference for the former off a career-low mark. Knowwhentoholdem is also worth a second look.

In an unconvincing field the door might be open for JATILUWIH after running his best race of this season at Wetherby.

15:40 Doncaster Handicap Chase (Class 2) 26f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (1) (20/1 -67%) Does He Know	20 20/1(-67%)	(1) Does He Know 20/1, Smart winning chaser at his best and he looked rusty after 11 months off when pulled up at Wetherby on Boxing Day. Up against it next 2 starts but should make more of an impact here. Headgear applied. Yet to strike form this season but faced tough tasks the last twice; cheekpieces now added.
12 2nd (12) (3/1 +0%) Some Scope	3 3/1(+0%)	(12) Some Scope 3/1, Irish point/hurdles winner who continued theme of race-by-race progress over fences when scoring with something in hand here (3m) 5 weeks ago. 10 lb higher now but has more to come so should make a bold bid for the hat-trick. Won comfortably by over 7l here in January and is now 2-3 over fences; key player.
5 \|PU\| (5) (6/1 +33%) Certainly Red	6 6/1(+33%)	(5) Certainly Red 6/1, Likeable sort who completed a hat-trick last season. Generally better than the result this term, good 1½ lengths second of 8 to Java Point at Sandown (24.2f, good, 4/1) 28 days ago, finishing well despite an error-strewn round of jumping. Player off same mark. Kept on well for second behind Java Point last month but seems best on right-handed tracks.
13 \|PU\| (13) (9/2 +55%) Charlie Uberalles	4.5 9/2(+55%)	(13) Charlie Uberalles 9/2, Dual 3m chase winner in 2022 and bounced back to form away from the mud when third in Premier Handicap here (3m) last month. Remains lightly raced for his age so warrants respect. Ran big race when placed in Great Yorkshire Chase here and is not yet fully exposed.
11 \|PU\| (11) (9/1 +36%) Half Shot	9 9/1(+36%)	(11) Half Shot 9/1, Dual winner last season and produced a career best when getting back to winning ways at Musselburgh in November. Shaped as if still in good form next 2 starts but may find this too competitive. Has claims if judged on good Musselburgh win in November but not in same form since.
8 \|PU\| (8) (10/1 +29%) Docpickedme	10 10/1(+29%)	(8) Docpickedme 10/1, Multiple winner over hurdles/fences for Harry Whittington and ran a cracker on return for new yard when narrow second at Warwick (25.5f). Disappointed next 2 starts but back to form with a bang with a career-best win at Wetherby last month. Respected up 4 lb and back up in trip. Back up in trip after keeping on best over about 2m4f last time; vulnerable after 4lb rise.
6 \|PU\| (6) (11/2 +8%) Undersupervision	5.5 11/2(+8%)	(6) Undersupervision 11/2, Showed benefit of his reappearance run when third in big-field amateurs' handicap at Cheltenham (25f). Didn't fancy it tackling the National course for the first time at Aintree since but winner of this 2 years ago and only just edged out last year, so expected to bounce back. Won this race in 2022 and lost out only by a neck when second in it last year; shortlisted.
3 \|PU\| (3) (12/1 +25%) Ashtown Lad	12 12/1(+25%)	(3) Ashtown Lad 12/1, Built on an encouraging hurdles return when winning Becher Chase at Aintree last season, notably travelling/jumping fluently. Pulled up last 3 starts, however, including in this year's renewal of Becher Chase. Headgear on. Pulled up on last three outings and needs the first-time cheekpieces to prompt a revival.
10 \|PU\| (10) (14/1 +0%) Hidden Heroics	14 14/1(+0%)	(10) Hidden Heroics 14/1, Winner of first 2 starts over fences last season, making all in small-field novice handicaps at Exeter and Cheltenham. Went through a quiet spell after but resumed winning ways at Ludlow in December. Struggled back in a class 2 at Kempton since, however. Dug deep to win two runs ago but has become unreliable; overlooked by Harry Skelton today.
7 \|PU\| (7) (25/1 -56%) Flash Collonges	25 25/1(-56%)	(7) Flash Collonges 25/1, Got off the mark in this sphere at Newbury (23f) in March and still in touch when falling 19th in Scottish Grand National at Ayr following month. Might have needed the run after 8 months off when well held at Ascot but has work to do from his present mark in any case. Well beaten on only appearance this season and may need the ground to dry out.

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15:40 Doncaster Handicap Chase (Class 2) 26f Race Class Flow

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DOES HE KNOW boasts a healthy strike-rate over fences and his class might just see him through this latest test, with first-time cheekpieces applied. Admittedly, history is against the selection in terms of weight-carrying statistics, but the lightly-raced nine-year-old is a sturdy jumper who can make the most of dropping in class as he bids to buck the trend of top-weights being overhauled in this race. The hat-trick seeking Some Scope is an obvious alternative given he had plenty in hand when scoring over 3m here last time out. However, he is up another 10lb for that success and this is a much deeper race. Erne River also has a good record here and is dangerous to ignore, while Sandown winner Java Point also enters calculations.

SOME SCOPE is a chaser on a steep upward curve so is taken to defy a 10 lb rise and complete the hat-trick. Java Point has made a promising start for this yard and remains on a good mark on old form after his Sandown win, so is next best ahead of Undersupervision, who went close to winning this for the second year in succession 12 months ago.

Preference is for CHARLIE UBERALLES, who was an excellent third in the Great Yorkshire Chase over 3m here in January.

15:48 Navan Maiden Chase 16f - 4 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
2 1st (2) (8/11 +12%) Blood Destiny	0.727273 8/11(+12%)	(2) Blood Destiny 8/11, Promising individual. 2/5, respectable 2 lengths second of 6 to Spillane's Tower in Killiney Novices' Chase at Punchestown (19.7f, soft) 48 days ago, going with enthusiasm. Can reverse the placings back down in trip and on 3 lb better terms. Nice chase debut when making all but 2l behind Spillane's Tower since; 3lb better off.
1 2nd (1) (7/4 +7%) Spillane's Tower	1.75 7/4(+7%)	(1) Spillane's Tower 7/4, Smart chaser. Career best when winning 6-runner Killiney Novices' Chase at Punchestown (19.7f, soft, 7/1) 48 days ago by 2 lengths from Blood Destiny, well on top finish. Should progress. Won last two, latest ahead of Blood Destiny and while 3lb worse off, he can confirm form.
4 3rd (4) (16/1 -33%) Flanking Maneuver	16 16/1(-33%)	(4) Flanking Maneuver 16/1, Useful chaser. 18/1, 18¾ lengths fourth of 6 to Grangeclare West in Neville Hotels (Fort Leney) Novices' Chase at Leopardstown (24.4f, soft) 64 days ago. Significantly down in trip. Made errors when fourth behind Grangeclare West and looks vulnerable right down in trip.
3 4th (3) (12/1 -50%) Farmers Lodge	12 12/1(-50%)	(3) Farmers Lodge 12/1, Lightly-raced winner under NH rules. 5/4, career best when winning 9-runner novice chase at Fairyhouse (16.2f, heavy) on debut over fences 38 days ago. Open to improvement but this is a big step up. Progressed to win chase debut; should progress but needs to have a say at this level.

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15:48 Navan Maiden Chase 16f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

BLOOD DESTINY is 3lb better off with Spillane's Tower after losing out by two lengths to him over further in Punchestown and it could tip the balance his way. He attempted to make all in that Grade 3, but was collared in the closing stages. He has been impressive over this trip in hurdle races at Cork and Fairyhouse and could get into a good rhythm. Spillane's Tower has to give 7lb to all three rivals, but he is a tough sort and there was plenty of merit in that Punchestown victory. He is more than capable of putting in a strong finish. Flanking Maneuver couldn't make an impression in a Grade 1 at Leopardstown over Christmas, but ought to find this company more palatable. This is quite a drop in trip for him, though. Farmers Lodge won a beginners' chase over C&D last month and isn't out of it, but this is a stiff task on paper for him.

BLOOD DESTINY seemed to get outstayed by Spillane's Tower in a similar event at Punchestown 7 weeks ago and is fancied to reverse the placings back down in trip and on 3 lb better terms.

SPILLANE'S TOWER can confirm the recent Gr 3 Punchestown form with Blood Destiny given that he was value for the winning margin

15:55 Kempton Handicap (Class 5) 6f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
6 1st (6) (4/1 -14%) Grenham Bay	4 4/1(-14%)	(6) Grenham Bay 4/1, C&D winner who returned to form when second of 10 in handicap (14/1) at Southwell (6.1f) 16 days ago, no match for winner. Not taken lightly. C&D winner; good second behind an improver last time; in the mix once again.
2 2nd (2) (9/1 -125%) Beauzon	9 9/1(-125%)	(2) Beauzon 9/1, Brought up a 4-timer at Wolverhampton last month. Was too free upped in trip at Chelmsford (7f) last time and is better judged on previous form as a result. Didn't stay 7f last time but stopped quickly all the same; handicapper may have caught up.
8 3rd (8) (7/1 +22%) Hiatus	7 7/1(+22%)	(8) Hiatus 7/1, C&D winner. Latest win at Southwell in January but wasn't in the same form there (6.1f) 16 days ago. Too free last time but in good order beforehand; still feasibly treated; could bounce back.
7 4th (7) (4/1 +43%) Airshow	4 4/1(+43%)	(7) Airshow 4/1, 3-time C&D winner. Twelve runs since last win in 2023 and ran below form when sixth of 10 in handicap at this course (7f) 17 days ago. Veteran who will appreciate the return to 6f; more appealing than many.
9 5th (9) (18/1 -80%) Eight Mile	18 18/1(-80%)	(9) Eight Mile 18/1, Three wins from 13 runs last year but ran below form when last of 4 in handicap at Brighton (6f, heavy, 5/2) on final outing. Off 166 days. On a winning mark but he returns from an absence & he'll need to be at the top of his game.
1 6th (1) (6/1 +0%) Beyond Equal	6 6/1(+0%)	(1) Beyond Equal 6/1, C&D winner. Eighteen runs since last win in 2021. Fifth of 7 in handicap at this course (7f, 17/2) 28 days ago, needing stronger gallop. Is likely to be better for the outing and can't be ruled out back down in trip. On a losing run but conditions suit and he's on a good mark; wide draw but respected.
3 7th (3) (12/1 +0%) Lilkian	12 12/1(+0%)	(3) Lilkian 12/1, C&D winner. Latest win at Lingfield in October. 18/1, looked rusty after 12 weeks off when seventh of 8 in handicap at Lingfield (5f, AW) 23 days ago, merely closing up late. Will benefit from this return to 6f. Quiet in three runs since winning at Lingfield in October; others look more convincing.
5 8th (5) (11/2 +31%) Conquistador	5.5 11/2(+31%)	(5) Conquistador 11/2, Eleven runs since last win in 2023. 11/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, third of 9 in handicap at Chelmsford City (6f) 16 days ago. Should be making a big impact at this level but he's looking increasingly difficult.
4 9th (4) (25/1 -79%) Some Nightmare	25 25/1(-79%)	(4) Some Nightmare 25/1, 22/1, seventh of 11 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f). Off 147 days. Makes polytrack debut. On a good mark for his return but goes without headgear and others appeal more.
10 10th (10) (11/1 -69%) Dakota Power	11 11/1(-69%)	(10) Dakota Power 11/1, Found run of good form coming to a halt when last of 7 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f, 11/4) 36 days ago. On good mark but he looked a tricky ride last time & has an inexperienced apprentice on.

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15:55 Kempton Handicap (Class 5) 6f Race Class Flow

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Beauzon completed a Wolverhampton four-timer, but then probably found tackling 7f was a step too far at Chelmsford last week. Back over a more appropriate distance, the five-year-old commands respect given his impressive recent haul. However, SOME NIGHTMARE, who is still unexposed on the all-weather, edges preference from a handy mark. John O'Shea's charge debuts on Polytrack from 3lb lower than his last winning rating and, a five-time scorer at this trip elsewhere, this could be a good time to catch him. Conquistador completes the shortlist.

GRENHAM BAY returned to form when runner-up to a subsequent winner at Southwell 16 days ago and is the percentage call to go one better from the same mark. Beauzon is better judged on his previous form having pulled too hard over a longer trip at Chelmsford last time, while Beyond Equal and Lilkian are others to consider.

Hiatus and Grenham Bay are high on the list but AIRSHOW has eased down the weights and could win for the 13th time.

16:00 Kelso Handicap Chase (Class 3) 22f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
3 1st (3) (4/1 -14%) General Officer	4 4/1(-14%)	(3) General Officer 4/1, Fairly useful hurdler who got off the mark over fences at Doncaster (19.1f) in December and progressed further when clear second of 6 in handicap chase at Aintree (19.9f, heavy) on Boxing Day. Not so good at Musselburgh last month so must bounce back. Two good runs before lesser performance at Musselburgh; chance now going back left-handed.
1 2nd (1) (7/2 +13%) Chasing Fire	3.5 7/2(+13%)	(1) Chasing Fire 7/2, Multiple hurdles winner who stepped up on those efforts when making an impressive winning return/chasing debut in a novice at Uttoxeter in October. However, he's failed to build on that in 3 subsequent outings (with jumping concerns), but this much easier than his latest assignment. Won on chase debut at Uttoxeter in October but hasn't shone since, including with jumping.
2 3rd (2) (11/5 +34%) Special Rate	2.2 11/5(+34%)	(2) Special Rate 11/5, Has enjoyed a most productive campaign over hurdles/fences, making it 7 wins from 8 starts this season in 2-runner handicap at this course (23.4f, soft) just over a fortnight ago, already in command when sole rival fell 2 out. Stacks to like from an unchanged mark. Seven wins from his last eight starts and he may well continue his prolific ways.
5 4th (5) (10/1 +17%) Brandy Mcqueen	10 10/1(+17%)	(5) Brandy Mcqueen 10/1, Progressive staying hurdler in 2022/23 (4 wins) who made a winning start over fences by a wide margin at this track in October. Hasn't kicked on next 3 starts, however, again shaping as if amiss at Musselburgh last time (scoped dirty post race). Back down in trip and headgear applied. Won on chase debut here in October but has struggled the last twice; cheekpieces go on.
4 \|F\| (4) (11/4 -83%) Imperial Bede	2.75 11/4(-83%)	(4) Imperial Bede 11/4, French bumper winner who struck in a Huntingdon maiden hurdle 13 months ago. Form rather plateaued after, but back on the up sent chasing when bolting up in 4-runner event at Southwell (20.4f, heavy) just under 2 weeks ago. Sure to go on to better things in this sphere so he's shortlisted. Easy win on chase debut; beat just three rivals but was certainly impressive.

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16:00 Kelso Handicap Chase (Class 3) 22f Race Class Flow

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

Course form can count for plenty around here, which bodes well for SPECIAL RATE, who has won his last two at the track. A winner of four of his five starts over fences, Philip Kirby's charge can do little wrong at present and gets the vote ahead of Imperial Bede, who did it well himself when scoring easily on his chase debut at Southwell. General Officer should be much more at home going left-handed and is capable of being in the mix as well.

Tough to rule out any of the quintet but preference is for SPECIAL RATE, who made it 7 wins from 8 starts this season in a match event here just over a fortnight ago and, operating from an unchanged mark, Philip Kirby's 7-y-o can add another victory to what has already been a remarkable campaign. Imperial Bede made the perfect start over fences at Southwell recently so he can give the selection most to think about.

With the form of his win here in January reading particularly well, SPECIAL RATE can make it eight wins from his last nine starts.

16:05 Newbury Handicap Chase (Class 3) 23f - 4 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (1) (7/5 +49%) Makin'yourmindup	1.4 7/5(+49%)	(1) Makin'yourmindup 7/5, Likeable sort who improved when opening his account in this sphere over C&D 3 weeks ago. Probably fair to say that a couple of his rivals underperformed on that occasion but 3 lb rise is certainly not harsh and he remains unexposed as a chaser. Improved form to win a five-runner handicap over C&D (heavy) three weeks ago; up 3lb.
5 2nd (5) (5/2 +9%) Pulling Stumps	2.5 5/2(+9%)	(5) Pulling Stumps 5/2, Progressive hurdler who built on chase bow/return when good second over this C&D in December. In the process of running a big race when falling 2 out at Chepstow and he has to be taken seriously. Running well when he fell latest; has a tempting mark, with improvement still possible.
4 3rd (4) (4/1 +43%) Charles Ritz	4 4/1(+43%)	(4) Charles Ritz 4/1, Low-mileage 8-y-o who tasted success over hurdles and improved when opening his chase account following at Exeter (19.2f, heavy) on New Year's Day. Better ground was probably against him at Cheltenham since but others make more appeal here in any case. Won at Exeter (2m3f, heavy) two runs ago; probably on a good mark but tries a new trip.
6 \|U\| (6) (9/2 -100%) Heaven Smart	4.5 9/2(-100%)	(6) Heaven Smart 9/2, The addition of blinkers and more positive tactics seemingly worked wonders at Kempton (3m, soft) where he landed a 6-runner handicap without breaking sweat. 2 lb 'wrong' at the weights here, despite going up 11 lb for that, but he's dangerous to discount. Up 9lb, plus another 2lb wrong, but breakthrough win at Kempton (3m, soft) was impressive.

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16:05 Newbury Handicap Chase (Class 3) 23f Race Class Flow

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

Makin'yourmindup struck by just over a length over C&D last time and he only has a 3lb higher mark to contend with, so he holds an obvious chance. However, preference is for EGBERT, who has won two of his three starts over fences, including his four-length success at Doncaster in January. He could defy a 4lb rise in first-time blinkers. Of the remainder, Hitching Jacking appeals most after his third on Town Moor.

All six of these can be given a chance and it's HEAVEN SMART who earns the vote. He has much more on his plate than when making all at Kempton last month but it was a striking performance and he could take some pegging back if again ridden positively. Pulling Stumps is just about second choice ahead of Makin'yourmindup and Egbert.

Competitive, with most suggesting that they could still be capable of better. MAKIN'YOURMINDUP is selected to follow up his C&D win.

16:15 Doncaster Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 17f - 4 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
3 1st (3) (2/1 -45%) Sunday Soldier	2 2/1(-45%)	(3) Sunday Soldier 2/1, Fast-improving hurdler who readily completed the hat-trick at Sedgefield 50 days ago. Given a break since and could still be a good deal more to come, so should be hard to beat once again. 3-3 since switched to handicaps, and it's hard to tell when her improvement will level off.
1 2nd (1) (12/1 -243%) Spit Spot	12 12/1(-243%)	(1) Spit Spot 12/1, Fair staying performer on the level for James Fanshawe. Acquired by new connections for 9,000 gns in October and has shown a similar level of form over hurdles, again filling the runner-up spot in a novice at Newcastle last time. Might not have reached her limit. Fair Flat-racer; not a natural over hurdles but came second in two maidens this year.
4 3rd (4) (3/1 +25%) Bella Civena	3 3/1(+25%)	(4) Bella Civena 3/1, Looked potentially useful when landing an 8-runner Market Rasen junior hurdle (16.6f, heavy) almost a year ago but has found life tougher since. Still unexposed and may have more to offer on handicap debut. Won junior hurdle last season and is open to improvement on this handicap debut.
2 4th (2) (11/8 +50%) Linda Moon	1.375 11/8(+50%)	(2) Linda Moon 11/8, Bumper winner who is going the right way over hurdles, improving again when second in a novice at Taunton last time. Solid claims having her first go in handicaps. Sound effort when second in Taunton maiden last month; can progress in handicaps.

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16:15 Doncaster Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 17f Race Class Flow

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

SUNDAY SOLDIER is in the form of her life at present and a 7lb rise for her most recent success at Sedgefield may prove lenient as she aims to land the four-timer. That may be at the main expense of Spit Spot, who has done well since joining the Lucinda Russell stable, having been runner-up on her last two starts. Linda Moon arrives with a similar profile and cannot be ruled out either.

SUNDAY SOLDIER has completed a hat-trick in impressive style since switched to handicaps and she can add to that sequence here for all that Linda Moon looks a formidable rival. Spit Spot also makes some appeal for all that the handicapper has taken no chances with her opening mark.

The answer to an interesting little race might be handicap debutante BELLA CIVENA, who won against her own age group last season.

16:23 Navan Conditions Chase 20f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (1) (7/2 -27%) Ash Tree Meadow	3.5 7/2(-27%)	(1) Ash Tree Meadow 7/2, Very smart chaser. Six wins from 16 NH runs. 2 wins from 4 runs this season. 27¾ lengths fourth of 6 to Ferny Hollow in Newlands Chase (6/1) at Naas (16f, heavy) 6 days ago. Back up in trip. Leading claims. Won Gr 3 match at Down Royal; probably unsuited by 2m since; return to further may be key.
5 2nd (5) (11/2 +35%) Lucid Dreams	5.5 11/2(+35%)	(5) Lucid Dreams 11/2, Smart chaser. C&D winner. Six wins from 17 NH runs. 6 wins from 15 runs this season. 15/2, well-beaten fourth of 5 to Saint Sam in Red Mills Chase at Gowran (20f, heavy) 14 days ago. Claims if he can get back on track. Tailed off last 2 starts, including in similar event a fortnight ago.
2 3rd (2) (4/6 +19%) Journey With Me	0.666667 4/6(+19%)	(2) Journey With Me 4/6, Smart chaser. 9/4, fell in Champion Novices' Chase at Punchestown (24.3f, good to soft) won by Feronily. Had looked smart prior to that and may have more to offer, so strong contender back from 10 months off with a tongue strap applied. Jumping frailties but lots of ability; best watched on belated return with tongue-tie.
4 4th (4) (16/1 -146%) Fighting Fit	16 16/1(-146%)	(4) Fighting Fit 16/1, Useful chaser. 2 wins from 4 runs this season. Latest win in chase at Listowel in September. 16/1, ninth of 11 in handicap chase at Fairyhouse (17.3f, soft) 49 days ago. Tailed off in Grr 3 latest and yet to show his best form at this trip; career best needed.
3 5th (3) (16/1 +11%) Andy Dufresne	16 16/1(+11%)	(3) Andy Dufresne 16/1, Course winner. Sixteen runs since last win in 2020. Fifteenth of 21 in handicap hurdle (80/1) at Leopardstown (16f, soft) 27 days ago. Switches from hurdles to chase. Back up in trip. Smart in his pomp but lost his way over both fences and hurdles in last 12 months.

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16:23 Navan Conditions Chase 20f Race Speed Rating Flow

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JOURNEY WITH ME can return from a lengthy absence with a victory. Henry de Bromhead's charge has plenty of ability as evidenced by a three-length success in a Grade 3 novice chase on his penultimate start in Naas. He fell in a Grade 1 at the Punchestown Festival last April, but should be able to get into his stride in this small field on ground he enjoys. Galway Plate winner Ash Tree Meadow likes to dictate and is a strong stayer. He is likely to make this a searching test albeit he may not want the ground to be too deep. Fighting Fit was in a rich vein of form before a below-par effort in a Grade 3 handicap chase here last month.

ASH TREE MEADOW has the best form and he's likely to strip fitter for his latest effort at Naas, so he takes marginal preference over Journey With Me, who enjoyed a productive campaign prior to falling at Punchestown 10 months ago. Lucid Dreams can't be completely dismissed.

ASH TREE MEADOW was unsuited by a drop in trip last week but can bounce back against these rivals in a below par race for the grade

16:30 Kempton Handicap (Class 6) 8f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
5 1st (5) (4/1 +56%) Classic Speed	4 4/1(+56%)	(5) Classic Speed 4/1, 16/1, best effort for present yard when fifth of 11 in handicap at Wolverhampton (9.5f) 21 days ago, albeit better placed than most. Needs to settle better but this drop back to 1m could help. 0-9; ran okay over 9.4f last time and 1m could work, but others are safer.
7 2nd (7) (12/1 -9%) Handel	12 12/1(-9%)	(7) Handel 12/1, One win from 28 Flat runs. Eighth of 11 in handicap at Lingfield (7f, AW, 18/1) 23 days ago, short of room inside final 1f and noted finishing with running left. Not discounted from steadily easing mark. 1-28 overall; found 7f too sharp last time and was third over C&D the time before.
6 3rd (6) (33/1 -408%) Weloof	33 33/1(-408%)	(6) Weloof 33/1, Eleven runs since last win in 2023. Sixth of 8 in handicap (7/2) at Newcastle (8f) 21 days ago, left poorly placed. Lurking on a handy mark and market confidence behind him would need to be viewed positively. Twice runner-up at Wolverhampton (8.6f) before a lesser run at Newcastle.
4 4th (4) (7/4 +56%) Egoiste	1.75 7/4(+56%)	(4) Egoiste 7/4, Winner at Chelmsford City in September. Good neck second of 12 to Stoic Syd in handicap (3/1) at this C&D 24 days ago, conceding first run and finishing well. Expected to be bang there. Came from a long way back to push Stoic Syd close last time; better drawn now.
10 5th (10) (22/1 -57%) Sam's Hope	22 22/1(-57%)	(10) Sam's Hope 22/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 14/1, ran below pick of form when tenth of 13 in a C&D handicap back in October. Absent/undergone wind surgery subsequently and market may prove a useful guide ahead of this. She remains in same top yard for a 4yo campaign; had wind surgery.
9 6th (9) (5/1 +77%) High Court Judge	5 5/1(+77%)	(9) High Court Judge 5/1, C&D winner. Last of 9 in handicap at Chelmsford City (8f, 15/2) 49 days ago, dropping away straight. Mark has eased a little more but he's not the easiest to predict now starting out for new yard. Has the form to feature but probably best watched kicking out for a new yard.
3 7th (3) (12/1 -9%) Recuerdame	12 12/1(-9%)	(3) Recuerdame 12/1, 3-time C&D winner. Four wins from 18 runs last year. 11/2, seventh of 9 in handicap at this C&D 45 days ago, merely passing beaten rivals. Needs a couple of these to falter. 11-time AW scorer but he's a hold-up performer who needs the cards to drop right.
13 8th (13) (25/1 -317%) The Game Is Up	25 25/1(-317%)	(13) The Game Is Up 25/1, Cheekpieces on for 1st time, career best when winning 7-runner handicap (8/1) at Lingfield (8f, AW) 8 days ago, doing well to peg back a couple who had been more positively ridden. Possibilities if headgear has desired effect once more. In first-time cheekpieces she came from last to first at Lingfield last week (1m).
12 9th (12) (33/1 -136%) Flying Panther	33 33/1(-136%)	(12) Flying Panther 33/1, C&D winner. Blinkered for 1st time, 3 lengths sixth of 7 to The Game Is Up in handicap (15/2) at Lingfield (8f, AW) 8 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. Given a chance by the handicapper. Only sixth behind The Game Is Up last week when all these aids were tried..
2 10th (2) (11/1 +0%) Star Of Sussex	11 11/1(+0%)	(2) Star Of Sussex 11/1, Ninth of 12 in handicap at this course (11f, 9/1) 31 days ago, racing freely and weakening final 1f. Cheekpieces reached for now down markedly in trip but widest draw doesn't make things easy. 10-race maiden yet to offer a great deal in handicaps and can take a keen hold.
1 11th (1) (16/1 -14%) Dubai Immo	16 16/1(-14%)	(1) Dubai Immo 16/1, Remains a maiden after 19 Flat runs. Last of 10 in handicap (10/1) at Lingfield (8f, AW). Off 8 months. First run for yard after leaving Stuart Williams and the market may prove a useful guide as to expectations. Showed nothing in four starts for Stuart Williams and he's now 0-19.
8 12th (8) (25/1 -79%) Premiership	25 25/1(-79%)	(8) Premiership 25/1, Three wins from 6 runs last year. 6/1, eighth of 11 in handicap at Southwell (8.1f). Off 144 days. Makes polytrack debut but another with a less-than-ideal draw to contend with. Three turf wins; lacks a run and has yet to run a race of note on the AW.

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16:30 Kempton Handicap (Class 6) 8f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 6 race.

STOIC SYD notched up a quickfire double when scoring over C&D last month and, from just 5lb higher, he holds a strong chance of completing the hat-trick. Runner-up in that aforementioned race, Egoiste has a feasible chance of turning the form around with a 1lb pull at the weights, while The Game Is Up seemed revitalised when getting off the mark in first-time cheekpieces at Lingfield last week and can also go well with the headgear retained.

EGOISTE ran well when just touched off by re-opposing Stoic Syd (the pair well clear) when they met over C&D 24 days ago, doing particularly well having come from a long way back. They look the 2 to concentrate on again, with the former earning the vote to reverse those placings here. The Game Is Up and Handel complete the shortlist.

The suggestion is EGOISTE who came from a mile back to push Stoic Syd close here and now the boot is on the other foot draw-wise.

16:35 Kelso Conditions Hurdle (Class 3) 16f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (1) (5/2 +9%) Mojo Ego	2.5 5/2(+9%)	(1) Mojo Ego 5/2, Fair hurdler who opened his account at Doncaster in November but wasn't in the same form at Taunton next time. Likely to get back on track after a short break. Won at Doncaster in November; only fourth at Taunton since but entitled to respect.
2 2nd (2) (9/4 +25%) Camarrate	2.25 9/4(+25%)	(2) Camarrate 9/4, Fairly useful AW Flat winner for Grant Tuer. Below that level on first start for Donald McCain in juvenile hurdle at Warwick but may have learned from the experience. 1m4f AW Flat winner who was fair fourth on hurdle/stable debut; open to improvement.
5 3rd (5) (20/1 -67%) Mr Le Philosophe	20 20/1(-67%)	(5) Mr Le Philosophe 20/1, Fairly useful on Flat in France (stays 1½m), winning 2 handicaps in 2023. Signs of promise both hurdling outings to date but he's likely to show more once handicapping. Two-time French Flat winner but well beaten on both runs in this code.
3 4th (3) (5/1 -67%) Djerbanni	5 5/1(-67%)	(3) Djerbanni 5/1, Fairly useful form when winning a 15f Dieppe Flat maiden for Mikel Delzangles last summer. Joined a shrewd yard for his hurdle career and worth checking out in the betting. Useful French Flat winner; could go well on this hurdle and stable debut.
4 \|PU\| (4) (5/2 +0%) Governor Of India	2.5 5/2(+0%)	(4) Governor Of India 5/2, Fairly useful on Flat for John Gosden in 2023 and has joined a top jumps yard now, so worth taking a chance on switched to hurdling for the first time. 1m2f AW Flat winner; hurdling newcomer; could play a leading role on debut for top yard.

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16:35 Kelso Conditions Hurdle (Class 3) 16f Race Class Flow

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

Doncaster scorer Mojo Ego sets the standard in this juvenile hurdle, but he was disappointing at Taunton last time and conceding weight to a couple of interesting Flat recruits won't be easy. GOVERNOR OF INDIA only had the five starts on the level but did win over 1m2f at Newcastle and is expected to know his job on hurdles debut for the powerful Nicky Henderson yard. The ex-French Djerbanni must also be taken seriously.

GOVERNOR OF INDIA and Djerbanni both showed a reasonable level of form on the Flat and appeal as the types to take to this sphere, so they're likely to play a big part, with the first named marginally preferred. Mojo Ego has an experience edge but doesn't set the bar all that high.

There are two interesting hurdling newcomers and useful French Flat winner DJERBANNI gets the nod on his first run for Ian Williams.

16:40 Newbury NH Flat Race (Class 2) 16f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
2 1st (2) (7/4 +50%) Jasmine Bliss	1.75 7/4(+50%)	(2) Jasmine Bliss 7/4, Bought for £50,000 after getting off the mark in Irish points at the third attempt in April and confirmed the promise of her bumper debut when opening her account at Wetherby last time. Unlikely to have reached her limit. Fairly dominant display when making all at Wetherby, beating Wednesday Addams by 2.5l.
3 2nd (3) (4/1 +0%) Geturguccion	4 4/1(+0%)	(3) Geturguccion 4/1, Fetched £100,000 after finishing in the money in a couple of maiden points last year. Appealing jumps pedigree (half-sister to dual bumper winner/useful hurdler Saylavee) and very much of interest on Rules debut. Placed in Irish points, beaten by a potentially smart one last time; now hooded.
7 3rd (7) (14/1 -27%) Not Now Nathaniel	14 14/1(-27%)	(7) Not Now Nathaniel 14/1, Nathaniel filly. Half-sister to fairly useful 7f winner Thunder Roar. Made ideal start when scoring at Newcastle a month ago and, while this is a much stronger race, she can't be ruled out. No knocking a winning start but this is much stronger than the Newcastle race.
6 4th (6) (7/1 -100%) Wednesday Addams	7 7/1(-100%)	(6) Wednesday Addams 7/1, Successful on last of 3 starts in Irish points (Nov 12) and showed plenty when second of 11 to Jasmine Bliss in bumper at Wetherby 49 days ago. Did well under the circumstances that day, so could turn the tables. Gave Jasmine Bliss something to think about at Wetherby and now has a 4lb pull.
9 5th (9) (80/1 -21%) Goddess Afrana	80 80/1(-21%)	(9) Goddess Afrana 80/1, Fracas filly. Dam, maiden on Flat (stayed 1½m), half-sister to fairly useful hurdler (stayed 19f) Tidal Watch. 1,000euros yearling; newcomer from a yard that operates a very low strike-rate in bumpers.
4 6th (4) (11/4 -83%) Northern Air	2.75 11/4(-83%)	(4) Northern Air 11/4, £105,000 purchase after easily landing an Irish maiden point on debut in November. Yard saddled the potentially smart Dysart Enos to win this race 12 months ago and it will be interesting to see how she shapes up in the betting. Bought for £105,000 after Irish point win and there's some substance to that form.
5 7th (5) (50/1 -100%) The Dream Goes On	50 50/1(-100%)	(5) The Dream Goes On 50/1, Out of a winning hurdler and has hinted at ability in bumpers at Warwick and Newcastle. Likely capable of better but probably more one for the longer term. Debut was okay but beat only one home in an AW bumper two months ago.
1 8th (1) (12/1 +25%) Gone Away Madam	12 12/1(+25%)	(1) Gone Away Madam 12/1, Blue Bresil mare who made the perfect start at Uttoxeter in June but underperformed when only fourth at the same course. Off 7 months subsequently but could feature if she's back on track. Uttoxeter winner but only fourth of six when returning there under a penalty.
8 9th (8) (33/1 +34%) Banny Hill Lass	33 33/1(+34%)	(8) Banny Hill Lass 33/1, £5,500 3-y-o, Blue Bresil filly. Dam (h124) 2m hurdle winner, also 1½m-13.3f winner on Flat. £5,500 3yo; second foal; amateur ridden for debut and can only be watched.

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16:40 Newbury NH Flat Race (Class 2) 16f Race Class Flow

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

Jasmine Bliss had Wednesday Addams (second) behind when justifying favouritism in a first-time tongue-tie at Wetherby in January and she holds a solid chance under a penalty. However, a chance can be taken on point-to-point winner NORTHERN AIR, who changed hands for 105,000 pounds and it would be no surprise to see her make an impact on her debut under Rules for the Fergal O'Brien yard. Not Now Nathaniel isn't out of this either.

GETURGUCCION was a six-figure purchase from points and she's related to a dual bumper winner, so she's worth chancing to make a successful Rules debut. Wednesday Adams and Jasmine Bliss fiilled the first two positions at Wetherby last time and they're likely to be involved once more.

Fergal O'Brien and Paddy Brennan went to £105,000 to secure the services of NORTHERN AIR after she impressed in an Irish point.

16:50 Doncaster Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 17f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (1) (11/2 +21%) Densworth	5.5 11/2(+21%)	(1) Densworth 11/2, On the up over hurdles last term, bagging 2m novices at Newcastle and Southwell, until pulled up in Aintree handicap 10 months ago. Back after a wind op and remains with potential in this company. Absent since pulled up on handicap debut last April but still has potential.
12 2nd (12) (14/1 -40%) Getaway Drumlee	14 14/1(-40%)	(12) Getaway Drumlee 14/1, Irish point scorer who made a winning hurdles debut in Hereford novice (19.6f) in 2022. Reportedly found to be lame when pulled up in novice at Sandown when last seen out 13 months ago. Needs to hit the ground running on his comeback but yard are well among the winners. Won on rules debut in October and has had excuses since; makes handicap debut today.
7 3rd (7) (12/1 -71%) Cuban Cigar	12 12/1(-71%)	(7) Cuban Cigar 12/1, Enhanced a good Musselburgh record when scoring over 2m there in November and posted another good effort there when third of 13 in handicap 28 days ago. Not taken lightly. Career-best effort when placed in last month's Scottish County Hurdle at Musselburgh.
10 4th (10) (4/1 +27%) Sergeant Wilson	4 4/1(+27%)	(10) Sergeant Wilson 4/1, Free-goer who posted a good second at Newbury in November but well below that level when a remote fourth at Fakenham since. Capable on a going day but not one for maximum faith. Went close off 4lb higher in this race in 2023 but tendency to race too freely is a worry.
2 5th (2) (50/1 -150%) Sextant	50 50/1(-150%)	(2) Sextant 50/1, Novice hurdle winner in late 2020 and showed very useful form on the Flat for Keith Dalgleish in 2021. Blinkered on his first run for new yard and virtually refused to race when twelfth at Musselburgh (15.6f). Something to prove. After a mammoth absence, he never really got involved on last month's stable debut.
11 6th (11) (33/1 -65%) Our Follet	33 33/1(-65%)	(11) Our Follet 33/1, A fair 2m winner over hurdles last term but he has offered little in 3 starts so far this season. Tongue strap refitted for this return to hurdling. Began chasing career with two very disappointing runs; now makes handicap hurdle debut.
6 7th (6) (15/8 +25%) Klitschko	1.875 15/8(+25%)	(6) Klitschko 15/8, Debut bumper winner and proving progressive over hurdles, doing well given he made plenty of errors when second in 2m Warwick handicap last time. Player eased 1 lb. Low-mileage 6yo who did well to finish second last time and is 1lb lower here; good chance.
13 8th (13) (5/1 +33%) Cuban Court	5 5/1(+33%)	(13) Cuban Court 5/1, Fairly useful bumper winner who shaped well on his handicap debut after wind surgery when second of 17 over C&D (good to soft) 34 days ago. Ought to be in the shake-up. Second of 17 over C&D on handicap debut five weeks ago; open to more progress; shortlisted.
9 9th (9) (125/1 -89%) Carrarea	125 125/1(-89%)	(9) Carrarea 125/1, Dual bumper winner for Emmet Mullins and again over hurdles at Market Rasen (2m) for Mark Walford early last season. Sold for £2,000 and came in last of 7 on his yard debut in 2m Catterick handicap on return though. Struggled (albeit on heavy ground) on last month's stable debut and has a lot to prove.
5 10th (5) (18/1 -29%) Collingham	18 18/1(-29%)	(5) Collingham 18/1, Winless this term but he got back on track when close eighth of 13 in handicap hurdle at Musselburgh (15.6f, good to soft) 28 days ago. Possibilities off an easing mark. Bagged a good prize at Musselburgh 13 months ago but yet to hit top gear this season.
3 11th (3) (22/1 +12%) In The Air	22 22/1(+12%)	(3) In The Air 22/1, A triple hurdles winner for Gary Moore and also made a good start over fences when second at Huntingdon in October but he failed to go on. Reverted to hurdles for his new yard but only fourteenth at Ascot (19.3f) 14 days ago so needs to get back on track. Ended 2023 in poor form over fences and was safely held over hurdles on stable debut.
4 12th (4) (28/1 -75%) Skytastic	28 28/1(-75%)	(4) Skytastic 28/1, Looked useful when winning first 4 starts ( 2 bumpers, 2 hurdles) but lost his way for Sam Thomas subsequently and well held in a pair of Cheltenham handicaps for his new stable this term. Well beaten on both starts for new yard this season; leap of faith required to support him.

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16:50 Doncaster Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 17f Race Class Flow

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

This can go the way of KLITSCHKO, who seems to have got some leeway from the handicapper having been dropped 1lb for a highly creditable runner-up effort at Warwick. Ground conditions should be in his favour again, and the six-year-old is preferred to the returning Densworth and Cuban Cigar, who ran very well at Musselburgh last month. Others to note include Getaway Drumlee, Playtogetaway and Sextant.

PLAYTOGETAWAY caught the eye on his return from an absence when a strong-travelling Hereford third last time out and Jonjo O'Neill's unexposed sort can take a big step forward with that run under his belt to edge out Klitschko who also shaped well when a Warwick runner-up and remains handily weighted. In-form duo Cuban Court and Cuban Cigar need factoring into this competitive handicap too.

Alan King's KLITSCHKO made up a lot of ground to finish second at Warwick in January and could go very well off a 1lb lower mark.

16:58 Navan Handicap Chase 20f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (1) (2/1 -6%) Jumping Jet	2 2/1(-6%)	(1) Jumping Jet 2/1, Fairly useful winner at 20f over hurdles. 17¼ lengths fourth of 6 to Marsh Wren in Listed chase at Thurles (22.1f, soft, 11/1) 9 days ago. Makes handicap chase debut and expected to be bang there. Behind Marsh Wren last week but given a good mark for h'cap chase debut down in class.
2 2nd (2) (11/8 +8%) Kates Hill	1.375 11/8(+8%)	(2) Kates Hill 11/8, Winner in chase at Punchestown in January. 11/4, good second of 6 in handicap chase there (22.1f, soft) 26 days ago, unsuited by way race developed. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Well in the mix. Has got her act together, winning at Punchestown and going close since; cheekpieces on.
5 3rd (5) (9/1 -13%) Shes Some Doll	9 9/1(-13%)	(5) Shes Some Doll 9/1, Pulled up in handicap chase (12/1) at Fairyhouse (21.2f, heavy) 38 days ago, beaten 3 out. Needs to bounce back. Last win came over fences in 2021; pulled up last time and questions to answer now.
6 \|PU\| (6) (9/2 -13%) Intersky Sunset	4.5 9/2(-13%)	(6) Intersky Sunset 9/2, Winner of hurdle at Gowran in November. Respectable third of 9 in handicap hurdle (6/1) at Clonmel (18.9f, heavy) 16 days ago. Switches from hurdles to chase and can't be ruled out. Left previous chase form behind on h'cap debut; running well from higher hurdle mark since.
3 \|PU\| (3) (16/1 -60%) Lizrona	16 16/1(-60%)	(3) Lizrona 16/1, 11/1, only sixth of 9 in handicap chase at Fairyhouse (26f, heavy) 35 days ago. Down in trip with more required. Went close on return but lost her way since and this trip looks on short side.
4 \|PU\| (4) (18/1 -29%) Shopping Around	18 18/1(-29%)	(4) Shopping Around 18/1, Latest win in chase at Clonmel in October 2021. Below form fifth of 10 in handicap chase (11/1) at Gowran (16f, heavy). Off over 2 years with her fitness to prove. Has won over fences but was tailed off in a point on return from two years off 2 weeks ago.

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16:58 Navan Handicap Chase 20f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

JUMPING JET can make a winning foray into handicap company. She has been picking up prize money in beginners' chases and should enjoy dropping down from finishing fourth in a Listed mares' novices' chase at Thurles this month. Danny Gilligan's 5lb claim has her on an appealing mark. Kates Hill has really found her form in recent months and is a big player. A couple of runner-up berths at Naas and Punchestown sandwiched a Punchestown beginners' chase success in January. She is clearly on a mark she can be effective off and gets first-time cheekpieces. Intersky Sunset reverts back to fences after a couple of placed runs over flights in Clonmel.

Gordon Elliott took this 12 months ago and can repeat the feat with JUMPING JET who has less on her plate than when fourth in a Thurles listed chase last time and can open her account in this sphere. Punchestown-scorer Kates Hill rates much the biggest threat, especially if the fitting of cheekpieces ekes out some improvement. Intersky Sunset appeals as the pick of the rest for minor honours.

KATES HILL was a little unlucky not to make it 2 wins from her last 2 chase starts last time and cheekpieces may help eke out more

17:00 Wolverhampton Maiden (Class 4) 6f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (1) (4/5 +64%) One More Wave	0.8 4/5(+64%)	(1) One More Wave 4/5, Fairly useful gelding. 16/5, good second of 9 in C&D handicap 49 days ago. Sets the standard. Has some strong form for a race of this nature, including over C&D latest; major player.
8 2nd (8) (10/1 +0%) No Half Measures	10 10/1(+0%)	(8) No Half Measures 10/1, £34,000 yearling, Cable Bay filly. Dam, runner-up at 7f at 2 yrs, out of useful 2-y-o 5f winner Mary Read. The betting should guide to expectations with this one on debut. £34,000 yearling; some appeal on paper and she needs a market check.
6 3rd (6) (5/2 +9%) Kento	2.5 5/2(+9%)	(6) Kento 5/2, Thrice-raced gelding. Second of 9 in novice at Lingfield (6f, 6/4) 20 days ago, finishing well. Respected. Improved with each start, finishing off well at Lingfield last time; shortlist material.
3 4th (3) (40/1 -471%) Auric	40 40/1(-471%)	(3) Auric 40/1, €8,000 yearling, £20,000 2-y-o. Havana Gold colt. Dam lightly-raced half-sister to smart 7f winner Tashweeq. One to note in the betting on debut. £20,000 2yo; dam a modest maiden but from a good family; market to guide on debut.
5 5th (5) (13/2 -86%) Gowareagle	6.5 13/2(-86%)	(5) Gowareagle 13/2, 14/1, promise when third (Kento second) of 9 in novice at Lingfield (6f) on debut 20 days ago. Should improve. Behind Kento on his debut but it was still promising; will stay further in time.
2 6th (2) (100/1 -150%) West End Lass	100 100/1(-150%)	(2) West End Lass 100/1, Adaay filly. Half-sister to winner up to 1m Melo Black. Dam 5f/5.7f winner. Only minor appeal on paper and likely best watched on this belated debut.
4 7th (4) (11/1 -57%) Collusion	11 11/1(-57%)	(4) Collusion 11/1, Twice-raced colt. Fourth of 10 in C&D maiden 28 days ago. Likely capable of better again. Will continue to progress as he gains experience but needs another step forward to feature.
7 8th (7) (100/1 -400%) Soldier's Class	100 100/1(-400%)	(7) Soldier's Class 100/1, Twice-raced gelding. Tenth of 13 in maiden (12/1) at Kempton (7f) 13 days ago. Failed to build on debut promise last time; drop in trip not sure to suit.

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17:00 Wolverhampton Maiden (Class 4) 6f Race Class Flow

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

One More Wave sets the standard on form but must concede 12lb to younger rival KENTO, who is suggested as the one to be with here. The selection went agonisingly close to rewarding good support in the betting when he was a neck second in a novice at Lingfield last month. A step forward on that effort could suffice here. Gowareagle was a length behind in third that day and, given he was snatched up late on, he is also a must for consideration.

A reproduction of the form ONE MORE WAVE has shown in handicap company on his last 2 starts (second over C&D latterly) should make him a tough nut to crack. Last month's Lingfield 2-3 Kento and Gowareagle may give him most to do unless the betting vibes are strong surrounding one of the newcomers.

Kento can confirm Lingfield placings with Gowareagle but ONE MORE WAVE has been threatening and this could be his day.

17:05 Kempton Handicap (Class 5) 8f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
4 1st (4) (9/1 -29%) Rey De La Batalla	9 9/1(-29%)	(4) Rey De La Batalla 9/1, Lightly-raced colt who showed improved form when winning 9-runner handicap at Lingfield (7f) 26 days ago, quickening to lead late on. Claims from 2 lb higher mark if he can build on that now. No impact on handicap debut but snatched a 7f race late at Lingfield; should stay 1m.
2 2nd (2) (17/2 +39%) Beauty Generation	8.5 17/2(+39%)	(2) Beauty Generation 17/2, Lightly-raced winner. 9/2 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, sixth of 8 in handicap at Wolverhampton (9.5f) in October, not ideally placed. Return to 1m may help back from a break/gelded having slipped in weights. Won minor 1m Polytrack maiden before modest handicap form in October; gelded since.
8 3rd (8) (12/1 -60%) Phoenix Passion	12 12/1(-60%)	(8) Phoenix Passion 12/1, Showed improved form to make a winning nursery debut at Yarmouth (1m) in September, rallying to regain the lead final 50 yds. Seemed stretched by step up to 10f at Windsor a month later and this more suitable back from a break/having been gelded. Faded over 1m2f on turf in October; previously won handicap debut over 1m; more to come.
1 4th (1) (12/1 -200%) Morning Light	12 12/1(-200%)	(1) Morning Light 12/1, Offered little first 2 starts but more like it equipped with first-time blinkers when second of 10 in a C&D novice 52 days ago, headed approaching final 1f and no extra. Represents excellent yard and she could do better again now handicapping for all her draw is wider than ideal. Well back on first two 7f starts but much better over C&D latest; handicap debut.
10 5th (10) (11/8 +54%) Superb Force	1.375 11/8(+54%)	(10) Superb Force 11/8, Promising sort who stepped up markedly on previous exploits equipped with a visor when second of 7 in handicap (5/1) at Lingfield (8f, AW) 12 days ago, edged out only by another low-mileage improver (the pair clear). Looks the one to beat with further progress anticipated. Improved for step up to 1m on handicap debut but bumped into gambled-on winner; up 3lb.
3 6th (3) (12/1 +25%) Cross The Tracks	12 12/1(+25%)	(3) Cross The Tracks 12/1, Winner on debut at Yarmouth (6f) last summer and best effort since (blinkered) when fourth of 11 in handicap here (7f) in January. Never figured upped in grade back here next time but this rates more suitable. Won 6f debut on turf but no great appeal on what he's shown in handicaps; now up to 1m.
5 7th (5) (17/2 -31%) Squeaker	8.5 17/2(-31%)	(5) Squeaker 17/2, Matched pick of form in maidens when runner-up at Wolverhampton (8.6f) in October. Good fifth in nursery over that track/trip followed a month later and not out of things back from a break. Yard also saddle Beauty Generation. Consistent and had no sort of run when close 5th on handicap debut at Wolverhampton (1m).
11 8th (11) (25/1 -79%) Al Khawaneej River	25 25/1(-79%)	(11) Al Khawaneej River 25/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Sixth of 10 in maiden (13/2) at Chepstow (7.1f, good to soft) in July, not clear run final 1f and not knocked about. Absent/gelded subsequently and switch to handicaps rates a plus now. Betting should reveal more. No threat at up to 7f as 2yo but the type to do better at 1m; off since July.
7 9th (7) (50/1 -52%) Sir Bolton	50 50/1(-52%)	(7) Sir Bolton 50/1, Successful on debut as a juvenile last spring but failed to progress in handful of starts thereafter and joined new connections for just 3,500 guineas last month. Takes a significant step up in trip now. Modest sprint handicap form for previous yard but pedigree suggests 1m might suit.
6 10th (6) (6/1 +14%) Magna Vega	6 6/1(+14%)	(6) Magna Vega 6/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 5/4, fourth of 9 in maiden at Southwell (8.1f) 39 days ago. May be sharper given that was his first start for 5 months and has been gelded since, so worth monitoring in the betting for positive vibes. Promising over 7f as 2yo; faded over 1m on return (favourite); handicap debut.
9 11th (9) (20/1 -186%) Make A Scene	20 20/1(-186%)	(9) Make A Scene 20/1, Thrice-raced winner. 11/2, improved again when landing 9-runner maiden at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 14 days ago, knuckling down late on and edging ahead. Possible she can do better again now handicapping. Won final qualifying run with nothing to spare at Wolverhampton (1m); handicap debut.

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17:05 Kempton Handicap (Class 5) 8f Race Class Flow

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

MORNING LIGHT was second only to an expensive Godolphin-owned colt over C&D in January and is highly unlikely to be as underestimated in the betting as she was that evening. Ralph Beckett's filly is open to any amount of improvement and an initial mark of 70 could be blown out of the water with another step forward. Wolverhampton winner Make A Scene is another handicap debutant to consider, while Squeaker has shown enough ability to complete the shortlist.

SUPERB FORCE improved plenty for the application of a visor/step up in trip when going down narrowly to another low-mileage sort at Lingfield 12 days ago (the pair clear) and with further progress anticipated, Andrew Balding's charge ought to prove tough to beat. Morning Light, following her good second in first-time headgear over C&D, and Lingfield-scorer Rey de La Batalla head the dangers, with Magna Vega another to note on handicap bow.

Compensation awaits for SUPERB FORCE (nap) who found only a gambled-on winner too good for him on his handicap debut.

17:10 Kelso Handicap Chase (Class 3) 17f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
3 1st (3) (15/8 -25%) Escapeandevade	1.875 15/8(-25%)	(3) Escapeandevade 15/8, Hurdles winner who bounced back to best in cheekpieces with chase successes at Sedgefield and over C&D recently. Solid claims with headgear again sported. Comfortable wins in these cheekpieces the last twice & strong claims up 5lb for last time.
6 2nd (6) (5/2 +75%) Gold Des Bois	2.5 5/2(+75%)	(6) Gold Des Bois 5/2, Back-to-back C&D winner of small-field handicaps in autumn 2022 but his recent exploits are not so inspiring, only eighth of 10 in handicap chase at Doncaster (16.4f, good) 35 days ago. Others appeal more. Below par on last three starts but has dropped down the weights and likes it here.
2 3rd (2) (16/5 +9%) Sacre Coeur	3.2 16/5(+9%)	(2) Sacre Coeur 16/5, Showed a good attitude to notch her third win of the season at Ludlow (16f) in December. Posed another good effort when second at Sandown last time and she's a player with tongue tied added. 3 wins in final quarter of last year; not at very best the last twice but not ruled out.
8 4th (8) (9/2 +72%) Duty Calls	4.5 9/2(+72%)	(8) Duty Calls 9/2, C&D winner and in good nick until coming in last of 7 to Netywell in handicap chase at Ayr (16.5f, heavy) 18 days ago. Needs to get back on track. Often ran well over C&D last year but faces tough assignment from 5lb out of the handicap.
4 5th (4) (18/1 +28%) Whoshotthesheriff	18 18/1(+28%)	(4) Whoshotthesheriff 18/1, Won a couple of times in 2021/22 but lightly raced since and has offered little after 14 months off in handicap chases at Wetherby and here this year. Has something to prove. Check betting, but following a long absence this 10yo has struggled on both runs this year.

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17:10 Kelso Handicap Chase (Class 3) 17f Race Class Flow

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

Netywell rounded off his hat-trick in style at Newcastle last week and is respected, likewise Sacre Coeur, who is a model of consistency representing a top stable. Preference, though, is for the course form which ESCAPEANDEVADE brings to the table. He is on a three-timer and could hardly have done it any easier over C&D last time. Brian Hughes keeps the partnership intact and another bold showing looks assured.

This looks wide open but the vote goes to the likeable SACRE COEUR who arrives on the back of a good Sandown second and can go one better now eased 1 lb. Escapeandevade is another solid option. Netywell can't be discounted either as he bids to complete his four-timer. Course-specialist Cedar Hill completes the shortlist.

Two-time C&D winner GOLD DES BOIS could exploit an attractive mark now back here. Netywell has thrived on testing ground of late.

17:30 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 6) 6f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
8 1st (8) (9/4 +44%) Blue Collar Lad	2.25 9/4(+44%)	(8) Blue Collar Lad 9/4, 5/1, first run since leaving Robyn Brisland when respectable third of 11 in handicap at this course (7f) 12 days ago. Interesting now dropping in trip from a good draw. Series of good AW runs since September, including stable debut latest; drops in trip today.
2 2nd (2) (5/1 -25%) Miss Moonshine	5 5/1(-25%)	(2) Miss Moonshine 5/1, Three wins from 11 runs last year. Latest win at Lingfield in December. 7/2, respectable third of 12 in handicap at Kempton (6f) 13 days ago. Enters calculations. Running well since returning to action in December; should be bang there once more.
10 3rd (10) (8/1 +11%) Sisters In The Sky	8 8/1(+11%)	(10) Sisters In The Sky 8/1, Nineteen runs since last win in 2023. Seventh of 11 in handicap (4/1) at Kempton (6f) 13 days ago. Contender on this winter's best but he was under par tried in cheekpieces last time.
1 4th (1) (10/3 +5%) Neptune Legend	3.333333 10/3(+5%)	(1) Neptune Legend 10/3, Won 7f Lingfield classified event and an 8-runner C&D handicap In February. 4 lb rise demands more but respected as an in-form sort. Comes here in fine heart, overcoming adversity to win over C&D latest; big chance.
6 5th (6) (16/1 +0%) Monsieur Fantaisie	16 16/1(+0%)	(6) Monsieur Fantaisie 16/1, Won Chelmsford classified event last month (final start for Archie Watson) but last of 8 in C&D handicap for new yard since. Won classified event at Chelmsford on final run for A Watson; well beaten on stable debut.
7 6th (7) (14/1 -180%) Peachey Carnehan	14 14/1(-180%)	(7) Peachey Carnehan 14/1, Dual C&D winner already this year, making it 9 wins in all this venue. Should go well again. 2 C&D wins this year, latterly a last-gasp success 12 days ago; contender despite 3lb rise.
11 7th (11) (25/1 +0%) Shine's Ambition	25 25/1(+0%)	(11) Shine's Ambition 25/1, Remains a maiden after 21 starts. Last of 12 in handicap at Newcastle (7f) 11 days ago. Blinkers on first time. Only run to form once in four starts this winter; new blinkers not enough to tempt.
3 8th (3) (5/1 +58%) Confederation	5 5/1(+58%)	(3) Confederation 5/1, Unreliable type. One win from 25 Flat runs. Fifth of 8 in handicap (9/2) at this course (5f) 19 days ago, merely passing beaten rivals. Something to find on form. 0-18 for this yard and hasn't always looked straightforward; others appeal a bit more.

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17:30 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 6) 6f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 6 race.

Running off 6lb below his last winning mark, it would be dangerous to allow BLUE COLLAR LAD to slip under the radar on these terms. Having finished a respectable third over 7f here on his debut run for the Alice Haynes yard, the five-year-old looks worth chancing back at this trip. The in-form Neptune Legend is an obvious threat to the selection off just 4lb higher than his C&D win 12 days ago, while Miss Moonshine and Confederation are a couple of others with chances based on peak form.

A chance is taken on BLUE COLLAR LAD, who has only recently switched to Alice Haynes and shaped as if this drop back to 6f is worth a go when fading late on into third over 7f here 12 days ago. In-form course specialist Peachey Carnehan is second choice ahead of Miss Moonshine and Neptune Legend.

Miss Moonshine (second choice) and Peachey Carnehan can go well but NEPTUNE LEGEND (nap) is in good form and can go in again.

17:40 Kempton Stakes (Class 5) 7f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
5 1st (5) (5/2 +38%) Never Better	2.5 5/2(+38%)	(5) Never Better 5/2, Makes plenty of appeal on paper and shaped well amidst inexperience when fifth of 13 in a C&D novice on debut 24 days ago, running green and no extra late on. In excellent hands and he looks sure to improve. Well-bred colt who was green when fifth of 13 on C&D debut; likely to progress.
11 2nd (11) (9/2 +50%) Asinara	4.5 9/2(+50%)	(11) Asinara 9/2, Harry Angel filly. Half-sister to 2-y-o 7f winner Kalsara and useful 1m-1¼m winner Tamarama. Dam, 7f-9f winner. Betting should guide as to expectations on racecourse bow. Out of a Group 3 winner and Hollie Doyle booked for debut.
3 3rd (3) (10/3 +26%) Daring Legend	3.333333 10/3(+26%)	(3) Daring Legend 10/3, Well-bred sort who shaped better than bare result when fourth of 7 in nursery at Haydock (7f) in September that has worked out well. Bought by shrewd connections for 38,000 gns thereafter and likely he can do better again this year. Respected. Form of Haydock nursery debut fourth in September boosted; changed hands since; player.
9 4th (9) (16/1 -14%) So Quiet	16 16/1(-14%)	(9) So Quiet 16/1, Zoustar gelding. Half-brother to 3 winners, including useful 6f-7f winner Silent Echo and 9f winner Deference. Dam 2-y-o 8.3f winner. Makes appeal on paper and interesting if the market speaks in his favour. Some paper appeal; the market should provide clues.
8 5th (8) (3/1 -33%) Rogue Raider	3 3/1(-33%)	(8) Rogue Raider 3/1, Promising start to career when third in a C&D novice in January and whilst he went backwards at Southwell next time, the longer trip/fact he raced freely seeming to catch him out. Well drawn here and worth another chance to progress from handy draw. Third on C&D debut; pulled too hard over 1m since; given another chance with hood on now.
2 6th (2) (50/1 -257%) Baroque Buoy	50 50/1(-257%)	(2) Baroque Buoy 50/1, €44,000 foal, 50,000 gns yearling, Caravaggio gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to smart 5f-7f winner Rose Bonheur out of smart winner up to 1m (2-y-o 7f winner) Red Feather. Makes appeal on paper and betting should prove a useful guide on debut. Bred to have a future; the betting should help guide to expectations.
6 7th (6) (15/2 +32%) Never Mind Me	7.5 15/2(+32%)	(6) Never Mind Me 15/2, Twice-raced maiden. Fifth of 7 in minor event at Lingfield (7f, AW, 5/1) 12 days ago, weakening early in the straight. Handicaps promise to be more his bag in due course. Some promise on debut but failed to build on it at Lingfield three months later.
10 8th (10) (28/1 -75%) Tribal Chief	28 28/1(-75%)	(10) Tribal Chief 28/1, €52,000 yearling, Sioux Nation colt. Half-brother to useful winner up to 7f Kiwano. Dam, maiden (stayed 1¼m), half-sister to high-class winner up to 6.3f Little Big Bear. Wears tongue strap. Half-brother to a useful AW winner; tongue-tied on debut; betting should guide.
4 9th (4) (50/1 -25%) Dashing Donkey	50 50/1(-25%)	(4) Dashing Donkey 50/1, 4,000 gns yearling, Time Test colt. Closely related to 1m-1¼m winner Zara's Return. Dam, 1m winner, half-sister to smart 7f-1¼m winner Quatorze. Yard wouldn't be renowned for winning newcomers. This Time Test colt is likely best watched on debut.
12 10th (12) (40/1 -471%) Little Rose	40 40/1(-471%)	(12) Little Rose 40/1, Dubawi filly who was well backed but fared little better than on debut when fifth of 6 in maiden at Chelmsford (7f) 7 days ago. Hooded for 1st time and too soon to be writing off given connections. Failed to build on debut when beaten fav last weekend but seemingly well regarded; hood on.
1 11th (1) (250/1 -67%) Payforanother Daay	250 250/1(-67%)	(1) Payforanother Daay 250/1, Adaay gelding. 100/1, offered little making belated debut when twelfth of 13 in C&D maiden 13 days ago. Hard to make a case for. 100-1 when always towards the rear on C&D debut 13 days ago.
7 12th (7) (150/1 +0%) Paddy Powerful	150 150/1(+0%)	(7) Paddy Powerful 150/1, Once-raced maiden. 150/1, went with little promise when well-beaten last of 7 in maiden at this course (1m) on debut 35 days ago, weakening having led until 2f out. Hard to fancy. 150-1, pulled hard when tailed off on 1m course debut.

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17:40 Kempton Stakes (Class 5) 7f Race Class Flow

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NEVER BETTER was beaten into fifth on his debut over track and trip, but there were plenty of positives to take from that effort and he would have learned a great deal. The son of No Nay Never can progress and get off the mark at the second time of asking. Little Rose went off favourite and ran too badly to be true at Chelmsford last week, so it wouldn't be a shock if she quickly bounced back. Of the remainder, newcomer Asinara appeals most.

Having displayed promise on debut over C&D, ROGUE RAIDER found the combination of the longer trip/racing freely catching him out when running below that level at Southwell 6 weeks ago and, remaining with potential, he gets the narrow vote to get back on track. Daring Legend, who shaped better than the bare result when last seen at Haydock in September, is of interest on debut for Mick Appleby, with Never Better also considered. So Quiet is a newcomer to note.

Another chance is given to ROGUE RAIDER who pulled too hard when stepped up to 1m at Southwell on the back of his promising C&D debut.

18:00 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 6) 6f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
6 1st (6) (11/2 -38%) Savannah Smiles	5.5 11/2(-38%)	(6) Savannah Smiles 11/2, Improved on recent efforts to win 10-runner minor event (15/2) at Lingfield (6f, AW) 20 days ago, pushed out. Expected to be bang there. In good form with 6f classified win at Lingfield; modest C&D form so far but had excuses.
4 2nd (4) (15/2 -15%) Nordic Glory	7.5 15/2(-15%)	(4) Nordic Glory 15/2, Too free when sixth of 9 in handicap at this course (7.2f, 5/2) 14 days ago. Back down in trip and has fallen to a workable mark. Form claims on 6f Lingfield run two starts ago; yet to race over C&D but has 5f form here.
9 3rd (9) (15/2 -50%) Tathmeen	7.5 15/2(-50%)	(9) Tathmeen 15/2, 3-time C&D winner. Three wins from 24 runs last year. 17/2, good second of 12 in minor event at Newcastle (6f) 27 days ago, suited by strong pace. Respected. Multiple Tapeta wins, including C&D; not clear run latest and only just failed; drawn high.
3 4th (3) (7/2 +30%) Crocodile Power	3.5 7/2(+30%)	(3) Crocodile Power 7/2, Course winner. Eighth of 12 in handicap at Newcastle (5f, 13/2) 27 days ago. Back up in trip. Latest win over 7f here in 2022 but very effective at sprint trips and well handicapped.
8 5th (8) (10/1 -82%) Higher Law	10 10/1(-82%)	(8) Higher Law 10/1, Remains a maiden after 17 Flat runs. Respectable fourth of 8 in handicap (10/3) at this C&D 22 days ago. Visor on 1st time. Can make presence felt. Some good 6f runs on Tapeta this winter but 0-13 on AW and below best last time.
7 6th (7) (8/1 +33%) Dapper Man	8 8/1(+33%)	(7) Dapper Man 8/1, Course winner. Bit below form seventh of 12 in handicap (22/1) at Southwell (6.1f) 4 days ago. Winning haul well into double figures but better at 5f than 6f and likely to weaken.
2 7th (2) (7/1 -40%) Astrophysics	7 7/1(-40%)	(2) Astrophysics 7/1, 3-time C&D winner. Twelve runs since last win in 2023. Good third of 9 in handicap at this course (5.1f, 8/1) 12 days ago, nearest finish. Merits consideration. Well treated now and went close over 5f here latest; every chance on return to 6f.
10 8th (10) (18/1 -50%) Coast	18 18/1(-50%)	(10) Coast 18/1, C&D winner. Latest win at Lingfield in January. 9/1, last of 8 in handicap at this C&D 12 days ago. Others more persuasive. Two C&D wins; often leads but couldn't latest and held; no easy task today either.
11 9th (11) (16/1 +0%) Tommytwohoots	16 16/1(+0%)	(11) Tommytwohoots 16/1, C&D winner. Latest win here in November. Sixth of 9 in handicap at Southwell (6.1f, 9/1) 16 days ago, slowly away. Visor back on. Ended losing run in first-time visor over C&D in November; not sustained form since.
1 10th (1) (28/1 -100%) Poweredbylove	28 28/1(-100%)	(1) Poweredbylove 28/1, 9/1, last of 10 in handicap at Chelmsford City (6f). Off 149 days. Makes tapeta debut. Cheekpieces back on. Winning return at 6f on Polytrack last spring; minor handicap form so far but down weights.
5 11th (5) (11/1 -10%) Alfred Cove	11 11/1(-10%)	(5) Alfred Cove 11/1, One win from 26 Flat runs. Sixth of 8 in handicap (40/1) at this course (5.1f) 19 days ago. Little C&D experience but twice gone close; better for recent run; could be involved.
12 12th (12) (28/1 +0%) Dodgy Bob	28 28/1(+0%)	(12) Dodgy Bob 28/1, Course winner. Three wins from 19 runs last year. 25/1, fifth of 8 in handicap at this C&D 12 days ago, ridden too aggressively. Two 7f wins on this track last spring but has not found life easy here this winter.

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18:00 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 6) 6f Race Class Flow

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SAVANNAH SMILES gained a confidence-boosting success in a classified stakes at Lingfield 20 days ago and rates an attractive proposition back in a handicap off 3lb lower than her last success in a race of this nature. There are dangers aplenty, though, and the likes of Higher Law, Tathmeen and Astrophysics all have the latent ability to have an impact if they are on song. The first named may be the biggest threat to the selection, with connections opting to try a first-time visor instead of blinkers.

SAVANNAH SMILES gained reward for her consistency when beating a subsequent winner at Lingfield 3 weeks ago and she looks on a workable mark back in a handicap. Astrophysics is potentially a big threat if things drop his way, while Nordic Glory is worth another chance back down in trip.

Astrophysics can go well but it looks worth chancing SAVANNAH SMILES back on Tapeta as she's had some excuses for her defeats here.

18:15 Kempton Handicap (Class 5) 7f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
5 1st (5) (6/4 +50%) Giant	1.5 6/4(+50%)	(5) Giant 6/4, Wasted no time getting back on track returned to 7f when second of 10 in handicap at this C&D (20/1) 5 months ago, clear of rest. That form has worked out, so he's a must for the shortlist with Murphy booked for his return (has been gelded in the interim). Chased home unbeaten rival over C&D in October and has the services of Oisin Murphy today.
3 2nd (3) (7/2 +30%) Thapa Vc	3.5 7/2(+30%)	(3) Thapa Vc 7/2, C&D winner. Three wins from 12 runs last year. 11/1, wasted no time confirming himself still in good form when fourth of 12 in handicap at Southwell (8.1f) 7 days ago, missing break. Each-way claims if getting away on terms. Ran well when fourth over 1m a week ago and this drop back to 7f is sure to suit.
8 3rd (8) (12/1 -85%) Embarked	12 12/1(-85%)	(8) Embarked 12/1, Two wins from 6 runs last year, latest over C&D in September. 6/1, possibly needed the run when eighth of 12 in handicap at Southwell (7.1f) 10 weeks ago. Hiked up 9lb for C&D win in September and managed only a midfield finish on next outing.
10 4th (10) (22/1 -340%) Hul Ah Bah Loo	22 22/1(-340%)	(10) Hul Ah Bah Loo 22/1, 4/1, got going too late back down in trip when fifth of 10 in handicap at this C&D 17 days ago, needing stiffer test. Down to a career-low mark so worth a second look in the betting despite being kept to this trip. Consistent over 1m in recent months but seemed to find 7f too sharp here last month.
4 5th (4) (11/2 -10%) Dayman	5.5 11/2(-10%)	(4) Dayman 11/2, C&D winner. 9/2, seventh of 8 in handicap at Lingfield (8f, AW) 23 days ago. Fancied to be in the shake-up back down in trip. Come-from-behind 5yo; current mark is workable if he gets the splits when he needs them.
1 6th (1) (7/1 -75%) Rogue Thunder	7 7/1(-75%)	(1) Rogue Thunder 7/1, Winner at Chelmsford City in November. 6/1, ran well when second of 10 in handicap at Lingfield (7f, AW) 26 days ago, all out to hold on for second. That wasn't the first time he hasn't looked the strongest in a finish, so probably best to look elsewhere. Second to bang-in-form rival last month; tendency to race too freely remains a worry.
9 7th (9) (25/1 -79%) Elusive Empire	25 25/1(-79%)	(9) Elusive Empire 25/1, 22/1, never a threat when seventh of 12 in handicap at Newcastle (7.1f) 18 days ago. Not easy to make a case for kept to 7f. Not at best on either start since break but slipping down the weights and has a chance.
7 8th (7) (80/1 -100%) Kojin	80 80/1(-100%)	(7) Kojin 80/1, No show in 3 starts for this yard, seventh of 9 in handicap hurdle (100/1) at Chepstow (16f, heavy) 7 days ago. Down in trip. Can only be watched back on the level. Well beaten in two heavy-ground hurdles and 9.4f Wolverhampton handicap for new stable.
2 9th (2) (12/1 +14%) Boy Browning	12 12/1(+14%)	(2) Boy Browning 12/1, 22/1, followed a good run with a below-par one when tenth of 11 in handicap at Ascot (7f, good to firm) 6 months ago. Makes polytrack debut. Blinkers and tongue strap on 1st time. Drew a blank and had very mixed record during six-run campaign last season; new headgear.

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18:15 Kempton Handicap (Class 5) 7f Race Class Flow

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GIANT finished just over three lengths clear of the third when getting closest to an unbeaten filly over C&D in October and he has been gelded since that display. Richard Spencer's four-year-old is only 1lb higher and could be the one to beat on his return. Rogue Thunder, who finished second at Lingfield last month, is one to note off the same rating, while Thapa VC will appreciate the drop in grade.

This looks open but it could pay to side with GIANT, who found only an odds-on winner completing a hat-trick too strong over C&D when last seen 5 months ago and, with that form working out, Richard Spencer's 4-y-o is taken to double his tally. This drop back in trip should suit Dayman, so he may emerge as the main danger, with Rogue Thunder and Hul Ah Bah Loo another couple fancied to go well.

It might be worth chancing ELUSIVE EMPIRE, who has slipped to a tempting mark and ought to be approaching peak fitness now.

18:30 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 5) 9f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
5 1st (5) (9/2 +0%) Cosmos Raj	4.5 9/2(+0%)	(5) Cosmos Raj 9/2, 5/1, won 8-runner handicap at this C&D 15 days ago by ¾ length from Soames Forsyte, better placed than most. Can give another good account. Suited by the return to Tapeta in C&D event two weeks ago, beating Soames Forsyte.
10 2nd (10) (6/1 +0%) Ciotog	6 6/1(+0%)	(10) Ciotog 6/1, C&D winner. Latest win at Bath in September. Creditable 2 lengths third of 10 to Goldsmith in handicap (8/1) at Southwell (8.1f) 51 days ago, caught further back than ideal. Not taken lightly. Ties in with Goldsmith on Southwell running 51 days ago; sole AW win came over C&D.
6 3rd (6) (9/2 +50%) Fox Power	4.5 9/2(+50%)	(6) Fox Power 9/2, C&D winner. Thirteen runs since last win in 2022. Respectable third of 8 in handicap at this C&D (6/1) 15 days ago, well positioned. Others more persuasive. On a two-year losing spell but placed in last two outings and has a fighting chance.
1 4th (1) (13/2 -30%) Masqool	6.5 13/2(-30%)	(1) Masqool 13/2, C&D winner. Latest win at Lingfield in February. 7/2, good second of 8 in handicap at this course (9.5f) 8 days ago. Player. Has to overcome career-high mark and drop back in trip but 2024 form is very consistent.
11 5th (11) (13/2 -18%) Soames Forsyte	6.5 13/2(-18%)	(11) Soames Forsyte 13/2, C&D winner. Latest win here in January. 10/3, creditable ¾-length second of 8 to Cosmos Raj in handicap at this C&D 15 days ago, having run of race. Expected to be bang there. Has form figures of 1132 in cheekpieces on AW, most recently second to Cosmos Raj here.
12 6th (12) (16/1 +11%) Light Up Our Stars	16 16/1(+11%)	(12) Light Up Our Stars 16/1, C&D winner. Sixth of 8 in handicap (14/1) at this C&D 15 days ago. Ran well behind Flatley here in January; inconsistent otherwise of late.
2 7th (2) (14/1 +30%) Poetic Force	14 14/1(+30%)	(2) Poetic Force 14/1, 5-time C&D winner. Four wins from 18 runs last year. Creditable fourth of 8 in handicap (25/1) at Lingfield (8f, AW) 23 days ago, running on. Record of 5-9 over C&D and, despite his old age, looks interesting back in this scenario.
3 8th (3) (15/2 +46%) Chantico	7.5 15/2(+46%)	(3) Chantico 15/2, Visored for 1st time, ninth of 13 in handicap at Newcastle (7.1f, 22/1) 27 days ago, racing closer to pace than ideal. Back up in trip. Below par for new yard but may prove resurgent off this mark dropped in grade.
8 9th (8) (25/1 -39%) Shaw Park	25 25/1(-39%)	(8) Shaw Park 25/1, Last of 13 in handicap (28/1) at Southwell (8.1f) 32 days ago. Some encouraging form this winter but he's the odd one out, being still a maiden.
4 10th (4) (10/1 -100%) Goldsmith	10 10/1(-100%)	(4) Goldsmith 10/1, Course winner. 6/5, career best when winning 8-runner handicap at Lingfield (8f, AW) 8 days ago, all out. Respected. Narrow win at Lingfield last week, taking AW record to 5-22; can remain competitive up 2lb.
7 11th (7) (16/1 -100%) Flatley	16 16/1(-100%)	(7) Flatley 16/1, 12/1, didn't need to improve to win 9-runner handicap at this C&D 36 days ago by ½ length from Light Up Our Stars, all out. Won over C&D five weeks ago and can remain competitive provided he stays in form.

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18:30 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 5) 9f Race Class Flow

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Narrowly denied over further here last Friday, MASQOOL is turned out again quickly under a 3lb rise and can gain compensation on the drop in trip. The six-year-old won both starts previous to that and he should have too much for determined Lingfield scorer Goldsmith, as well as Cosmos Raj, who did it well when a taking winner over C&D last month.

Plenty to consider with the vote going to CIOTOG, who caught the eye when third to Goldsmith at Southwell 7 weeks ago. Recent C&D 1-2 Cosmos Raj and Soames Forsyte complete the shortlist.

An open contest in which several runners are closely matched on recent form. Slight preference is for CIOTOG, ahead of Goldsmith.

18:45 Kempton Handicap (Class 4) 12f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
5 1st (5) (20/1 -43%) True Courage	20 20/1(-43%)	(5) True Courage 20/1, C&D winner. Latest win at Chelmsford City in November. Last of 5 in handicap (11/1) at Wolverhampton (14f) 22 days ago. Others preferred. Back to best to win at Chelmsford in November but has failed to get competitive since.
6 2nd (6) (5/2 +38%) Tenerife Sunshine	2.5 5/2(+38%)	(6) Tenerife Sunshine 5/2, Course winner. 8/1, creditable third of 10 in handicap at Newcastle (12.4f) 23 days ago, needing stiffer test. Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals. Course winner who has reached frame on all three runs this year; thereabouts under Murphy.
3 3rd (3) (9/2 -13%) Way Of Life	4.5 9/2(-13%)	(3) Way Of Life 9/2, Seventeen runs since last win in 2022 but in the frame on each of his last 9 outings. Good second of 11 in handicap at Wolverhampton (12.2f, 10/1) 21 days ago, having run of race. Has to be taken seriously. No win since April 2022 but lots of good efforts since, including close second latest.
4 4th (4) (25/1 -79%) The Thunderer	25 25/1(-79%)	(4) The Thunderer 25/1, Good third over 2m here in January but ran too badly to be true when last in a similar contest here 28 days ago. Bounce back required. Shaped quite well when third over 2m here in January but poor run back here since.
1 5th (1) (7/2 +0%) Liseo	3.5 7/2(+0%)	(1) Liseo 7/2, Course winner. Latest win here in January. Seventh of 11 in handicap (7/1) at Wolverhampton (12.2f) 21 days ago, unsuited by way race developed. Enters calculations. Led close home over 1m3f here in January and better than result at Wolverhampton since.
8 6th (8) (66/1 -164%) Stepney Causeway	66 66/1(-164%)	(8) Stepney Causeway 66/1, Fairly useful winner at 16f in chases. 2/1, won 4-runner handicap chase at Newton Abbot (16.3f, good). Off 6 months. Cheekpieces back on. Worth market check having first Flat start for over a year. Two chase wins last summer; off since ahead of return to AW Flat; betting should guide.
9 7th (9) (33/1 -32%) Sun Tracker	33 33/1(-32%)	(9) Sun Tracker 33/1, Ninth of 11 in handicap at Wolverhampton (12.2f) 21 days ago. Hood on 1st time. Something to find on form for current connections. Promising start for new yard when third at Wolverhampton but held twice since; non-runner.
7 8th (7) (9/1 -80%) Running The Game	9 9/1(-80%)	(7) Running The Game 9/1, Course winner. Winner here in January. 2¼ lengths fourth of 9 to Ocean Heights in handicap at this C&D (15/2) 31 days ago. Frame claims again. Won 1m3f novice here in January; good fourth to Ocean Heights here since; unexposed.
2 9th (2) (10/3 +0%) Ocean Heights	3.333333 10/3(+0%)	(2) Ocean Heights 10/3, Career best when winning 9-runner handicap at this C&D 31 days ago, having run of race. Reliable sort should give another good account from 2 lb higher mark. Good record here, making all over this trip latest; respected again.

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18:45 Kempton Handicap (Class 4) 12f Race Class Flow

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LISEO fared just about as well as could be expected in seventh when trying to come from the rear off a steady pace at Wolverhampton and, off an unchanged mark and with Harry Burns claiming 3lb, he holds strong claims. Ocean Heights is the likely pace angle and, fresh from making all over C&D on his most recent outing, he can make his presence felt once more off 4lb higher. Way Of Life has been running well in defeat this winter, but his winless run dates back to May 2022 and he might find a few too good again.

Those at the top of the weights make most appeal, with LISEO fancied to confirm the positive impression created when winning here in January, having shaped as if still at the top of his game in a disadvantageously-run contest at Wolverhampton last time. Way of Life can continue his run of in-frame efforts, with the reliable Ocean Heights also highly respected.

This could be the day the reliable WAY OF LIFE gets his head back in front. Course specialist Ocean Heights may give him most to do.

19:00 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 6) 9f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
7 1st (7) (6/1 +8%) Angel Of Antrim	6 6/1(+8%)	(7) Angel Of Antrim 6/1, Fourth of 7 in minor event at Lingfield (10f, AW, 4/1) 12 days ago. Now 4 lb below last winning mark and he merits consideration. 0-4 for new yard but is interesting with Rossa Ryan up for first time.
4 2nd (4) (12/1 -50%) Hellavapace	12 12/1(-50%)	(4) Hellavapace 12/1, C&D winner. Two wins from 44 Flat runs. Eleven runs since last win in 2023. Fourth of 7 in handicap (13/2) at Lingfield (8f, AW) 8 days ago. Has to be taken seriously. Has a modest strike-rate but one of her wins came off this mark over C&D.
3 3rd (3) (12/1 -50%) Inexplicable	12 12/1(-50%)	(3) Inexplicable 12/1, Seven-time C&D winner. Latest win here in January. Tenth of 12 in handicap (14/1) at Newcastle (7.1f) 11 days ago. Back up in trip. Opposable from a win point of view. Consistent in his races at about 1m this year; has gained most wins over C&D.
11 4th (11) (7/2 +36%) Van Zant	3.5 7/2(+36%)	(11) Van Zant 7/2, Course winner. One win from 24 Flat runs. Winner here in December. 12/1, creditable third of 9 in handicap at this C&D 14 days ago, nearest finish. Place possibilities. 7f winner on Boxing Day; close third over C&D most recently; place claims.
2 5th (2) (11/1 -38%) Outreach	11 11/1(-38%)	(2) Outreach 11/1, Winner here in December. Creditable sixth of 12 in handicap at Lingfield (7f, AW, 6/1) 29 days ago. Up in trip and he needs to raise his game. 7f winner; mixed messages in performance/pedigree with regard to this new trip.
10 6th (10) (25/1 -213%) Lupset Flossy Pop	25 25/1(-213%)	(10) Lupset Flossy Pop 25/1, Fifth of 7 in minor event at Chelmsford City (6f, 7/2) 9 days ago. Significantly up in trip and tongue strap back on. Each-way chance. Dam's side suggests this new trip is worth exploring; not ruled out.
9 7th (9) (12/1 -167%) Capallcliste	12 12/1(-167%)	(9) Capallcliste 12/1, Third of 10 in handicap at this C&D (40/1) 21 days ago. Reproduction of that would give him every chance. Appeared to improve when 40-1 third over C&D last month.
12 8th (12) (14/1 +13%) Dillydingdillydong	14 14/1(+13%)	(12) Dillydingdillydong 14/1, Remains a maiden after 22 Flat runs. 14/1, creditable fifth of 11 in minor event at this C&D 21 days ago. Has work to do. Not disgraced over C&D last month but is hard to support, being 0-22.
8 9th (8) (12/1 +25%) Gypsy Whisper	12 12/1(+25%)	(8) Gypsy Whisper 12/1, Twenty-two runs since last win in 2022. Respectable fifth of 11 in handicap at this course (9.5f, 12/1) 33 days ago. Needs a couple of these to falter. Has respectable course form but AW record is now 0-23.
6 10th (6) (20/1 -150%) Broughtons Flare	20 20/1(-150%)	(6) Broughtons Flare 20/1, Three-time C&D winner. Three wins from 10 runs last year. Twelve runs since last win in 2023. 25/1, good third of 11 in minor event at this C&D 21 days ago. Three-time C&D winner; ran well in classified race here last time; possibilities.
1 11th (1) (11/4 +58%) Aeroplane Mode	2.75 11/4(+58%)	(1) Aeroplane Mode 11/4, Sixth of 8 in handicap (9/2) at this course (9.5f) 47 days ago and it's probably best to look elsewhere in search of the likely winner. Placed in November/December; return to that form would put him in the picture.
5 12th (5) (80/1 -142%) Motasaleeta	80 80/1(-142%)	(5) Motasaleeta 80/1, Bit below form seventh of 12 in handicap (150/1) at this C&D, not clear run. Off 110 days. Cheekpieces back on and she looks vulnerable. 4yo maiden whose form claims are not solid; others preferred.

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19:00 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 6) 9f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 6 race.

Not beaten far over C&D last time out when coming from behind to finish a highly-encouraging third, VAN ZANT should have more improvement to come and the fact he is off the same mark as his last win is another plus. Runner-up on two of her last three starts, Lupset Flossy Pop is a key player on the step up in trip, while Angel Of Antrim and Outreach are entitled to be thereabouts as well.

If CAPALLCLISTE is able to build on his encouraging C&D effort 3 week ago he could be the answer to an open-looking handicap. Hellavapace wasn't beaten far here last time and she will be a danger to all if she puts her best foot forward, while Angel of Antrim has slipped to an attractive mark and he is also shortlisted.

Off a reduced mark back down in distance, ANGEL OF ANTRIM may well be the answer. Lupset Flossy Pop is second choice.

19:15 Kempton Handicap (Class 6) 16f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
5 (5) (9/2 -35%) Escarpment	4.5 9/2(-35%)	(5) Escarpment 9/2, In first-time visor, again ran well when third of 7 in handicap (16/5) at this course (12f) 17 days ago. Can make his presence felt as he goes up in trip with cheekpieces now the choice of headgear. Better signs when third over 1m6f/1m4f last month; new headgear; claims if stamina holds.
8 1st (8) (10/1 +29%) Zivaniya	10 10/1(+29%)	(8) Zivaniya 10/1, In first-time blinkers, fared little better when ninth of 10 in handicap (17/2) at this C&D 35 days ago. Tongue strap now also applied. Has something to find as he bids for his first victory. 12-race maiden who has failed to fire in recent starts.
7 2nd (7) (9/4 +63%) Natacata	2.25 9/4(+63%)	(7) Natacata 9/4, Not discredited when fifth of 9 in handicap (12/1) at this C&D 10 days ago, making her move wide around the home turn. Remains a maiden, but she merits consideration having been eased further in the weights. 0-15 but recent efforts creditable; should be thereabouts.
3 3rd (3) (17/2 -6%) Doublethetrouble	8.5 17/2(-6%)	(3) Doublethetrouble 17/2, Remains a maiden after 21 Flat runs. Shaped as if amiss when seventh of 8 in handicap at Chelmsford City (2m, 10/3) 49 days ago, reported to have an irregular heartbeat. Capable of getting involved if able to bounce back from last time. Stopped quickly latest but good AW record overall, including second over C&D off this mark.
1 4th (1) (10/3 +67%) Pop The Champagne	3.333333 10/3(+67%)	(1) Pop The Champagne 10/3, Fair hurdle winner. Lightly-raced maiden on Flat. After 11 weeks off, seventh of 12 in handicap (10/1) at Wolverhampton (14f) 28 days ago, plugging on. Needs to find more as she goes up in trip. Bumper/hurdle winner but yet to make a significant impact on the Flat; need to see more.
2 5th (2) (5/1 -207%) Easter Icon	5 5/1(-207%)	(2) Easter Icon 5/1, Three wins from 10 runs last year for Jack Channon. After 4 months off, produced a career best on his stable debut when making all in 8-runner handicap at Wolverhampton (14f, 5/4) 25 days ago. Can make a bold bid to follow up. Made all on 1m6f Wolverhampton stable debut 25 days ago; can defy a 4lb rise.
4 6th (4) (9/1 +0%) Grandee	9 9/1(+0%)	(4) Grandee 9/1, Has gone backwards from his return to action on his last 2 starts, 9 lengths sixth of 8 to Easter Icon in handicap at Wolverhampton (14f, 7/1) 25 days ago. Long time without a win in this sphere, but he lurks on a dangerous mark. No win for long time but dangerously well treated with Oisin Murphy booked; check betting.

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19:15 Kempton Handicap (Class 6) 16f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 6 race.

Easter Icon scored readily over 1m6f at Wolverhampton on his debut for this yard and, nudged up 4lb, he can make his presence felt once more. That said, preference is for ESCARPMENT, who finished an admirable third over 1m4f here in a higher grade last month and, eased 1lb and sporting first-time cheekpieces, he gets the vote. Natacata arrives on the same mark as when second at Chelmsford in January, and she is respected most out of the remainder.

EASTER ICON proved better than ever when winning decisively at Wolverhampton last month and he can score again as he makes only his second start for his current yard. Escarpment has got back on track on his last 2 starts and could be the main danger upped in trip in a change of headgear, with Natacata completing the shortlist.

In a finale for which few arrive with compelling claims, EASTER ICON is taken to make it 2-2 for new trainer Gary Brown.

19:30 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 6) 12f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (1) (9/4 +25%) At Liberty	2.25 9/4(+25%)	(1) At Liberty 9/4, 2/1, sixth of 9 in handicap at Chelmsford City (10f) 16 days ago, doing too much too soon. Back up in trip and he is a big player judged on his near miss over C&D 6 days earlier. Disappointing favourite last time but has strong claims if judged on earlier C&D second.
2 2nd (2) (7/2 +0%) Chagall	3.5 7/2(+0%)	(2) Chagall 7/2, Four wins from 17 runs last year. Creditable ¾-length fourth of 8 to Pysanka in handicap at this C&D (8/1) 8 days ago, needing stronger gallop. Enters calculations. Ended 2023 with two Lingfield wins and was close fourth over C&D twice last month.
7 3rd (7) (11/2 +0%) Pysanka	5.5 11/2(+0%)	(7) Pysanka 11/2, Notched another C&D success when taing an 8-runner handicap 8 days ago, well positioned. Can't grumble with a 2 lb rise for that but this is more demanding. Three C&D wins since autumn, the latest eight days ago; can go well from the front again.
5 4th (5) (11/1 -22%) Restorer	11 11/1(-22%)	(5) Restorer 11/1, 17/2, respectable third of 8 in handicap at this C&D 8 days ago. Down another 2 lb, he has slipped to an attractive mark but others make more appeal all the same. Nothing like the force of old but was placed over C&D last week and is 2lb lower now.
4 5th (4) (10/1 -43%) Starfighter	10 10/1(-43%)	(4) Starfighter 10/1, C&D winner. Latest win here in September. Good fifth of 12 in handicap (33/1) at this C&D 22 days ago. Live each-way chance. C&D winner in September and wasn't beaten far here three weeks ago; likely contender.
8 6th (8) (8/1 -33%) Optik	8 8/1(-33%)	(8) Optik 8/1, C&D winner. Seventh of 8 in handicap at Chelmsford City (10f, 3/1) 9 days ago, not clear run. Back up in trip and will be a threat granted better luck here. Completed quick Tapeta hat-trick in January and had excuses for both defeat last month.
6 7th (6) (4/1 -33%) Mr Boson	4 4/1(-33%)	(6) Mr Boson 4/1, Tongue strap on for 1st time, good second of 8 in handicap at Kempton (12f, 7/1) 17 days ago, running on. Shade more wil be needed if he's to open his account but couldn't rule out all the same. 0-8 but went close when upped to 1m4f last month and is only 1lb higher here.
3 8th (3) (100/1 -203%) Lookingdandy	100 100/1(-203%)	(3) Lookingdandy 100/1, 66/1, ninth of 10 in handicap at this course (9.5f) 19 days ago, slowly away. Back up in trip and it's easy enough to look elsewhere. Always behind when 66-1 here (9.4f) last month; difficult to enthuse over.

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19:30 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 6) 12f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 6 race.

A winner of two of his last three starts over C&D, including last time out, PYSANKA loves it here and a 2lb rise for scoring by three-quarters of a length that day could still underestimate the ability of the five-year-old. Narrowly denied at Kempton last month in a higher grade, Mr Boson looks to be a big danger, as well as At Liberty, who went very close over C&D on his penultimate start.

It's probably best to draw a line through AT LIBERTY's latest effort at Chelmsford where he did too much too soon, just six days after his near miss over this C&D. Michael Appleby's charge is taken to get back on track and register his first success on the all-weather. Optik probably doesn't have much in hand of his current mark but he looks dangerous all the same, while Chagall and Starfighter are others to consider.

Hughie Morrison's 4yo MR BOSON looked suited by the step up to 1m4f when running well in defeat at Kempton recently and gets the nod.

20:00 Wolverhampton Stakes (Class 6) 7f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (1) (10/3 -33%) Bungle Bay	3.333333 10/3(-33%)	(1) Bungle Bay 10/3, Modest gelding. Course winner. Creditable second of 9 in handicap (13/2) at this C&D 14 days ago, no match for winner. Excellent claims of going one better. Respectable second over C&D on reappearance; leading player on classified debut.
2 2nd (2) (5/1 -25%) Fircombe Hall	5 5/1(-25%)	(2) Fircombe Hall 5/1, Modest gelding. C&D winner. Latest win here in December. Last of 9 in handicap at Newcastle (7.1f, 16/1) 18 days ago. Needs to bounce back. Form has dipped this year but holds good chance on these terms granted a rebound.
10 3rd (10) (5/1 +38%) Shaka	5 5/1(+38%)	(10) Shaka 5/1, Poor gelding. 16/1, eighth of 12 in minor event at Newcastle (5f) 45 days ago. Significantly back up in trip. First run for yard after leaving Jason Ward. Uphill task. Maiden who has something to prove back at 7f on debut for new stable.
12 4th (12) (100/1 +0%) Wood Farm Wag	100 100/1(+0%)	(12) Wood Farm Wag 100/1, 300/1, ninth of 10 in minor event at this course (8.6f) 22 days ago. Hard to make a case for. Poor maiden who has a patchy record.
11 5th (11) (16/1 -60%) Starjik	16 16/1(-60%)	(11) Starjik 16/1, Modest gelding. Sixteen runs since last win in 2022. 11/1, sixth of 8 in handicap at this course (6.1f) 12 days ago. Interesting on classified debut with reappearance under his belt.
8 6th (8) (15/2 +38%) Ok Pal	7.5 15/2(+38%)	(8) Ok Pal 15/2, Modest gelding. 22/1 and blinkered for 1st time, respectable sixth of 13 in minor event at Kempton (7f) 10 days ago. Worth considering. Inconsistent results for new stable this year; not solid.
4 7th (4) (11/5 +45%) Hawajes	2.2 11/5(+45%)	(4) Hawajes 11/5, Modest gelding. Winner at Southwell in February. 6/1, seventh of 11 in minor event at this course (8.6f) 21 days ago. Should be competitive in a weak race like this. Held under a penalty here last time but this is an easier task; in the mix.
7 8th (7) (16/1 -100%) Miss Calculation	16 16/1(-100%)	(7) Miss Calculation 16/1, Modest mare. C&D winner. Eleven runs since last win in 2023. Tenth of 12 in minor event at Newcastle (6f, 10/1) 27 days ago. Something to prove. Form dipped at Newcastle last month but may rebound; sole AW win came over C&D.
6 9th (6) (25/1 +38%) Maddisonelle	25 25/1(+38%)	(6) Maddisonelle 25/1, Poor filly. 33/1, eleventh of 12 in minor event at Newcastle (8f) 46 days ago. Clear best effort on penultimate start; needs improvement to win.
3 10th (3) (50/1 -567%) Griggy	50 50/1(-567%)	(3) Griggy 50/1, Poor gelding. Course winner. Sixteen runs since last win in 2022. 14/1, sixth of 8 in handicap at this course (6.1f) 22 days ago. Has a doubt over current form and this isn't his optimum trip.
5 11th (5) (40/1 -100%) Hey Pretty	40 40/1(-100%)	(5) Hey Pretty 40/1, Modest gelding. One win from 36 Flat runs. Thirty one runs since last win in 2018. 5/1, bit below form fourth of 11 in minor event at Chepstow (7.1f, good to firm). Off 8 months. Market may prove best guide on return from nine-month layoff.
9 12th (9) (100/1 -614%) Probable	100 100/1(-614%)	(9) Probable 100/1, 80/1, first run since leaving Archie Watson when well-beaten last of 11 to Fircombe Hall in handicap at this C&D 89 days ago. Absent since a heavy defeat over C&D three months ago on stable debut.

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20:00 Wolverhampton Stakes (Class 6) 7f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 6 race.

HAWAJES scored cosily over this trip on his penultimate start at Southwell and Tony Carroll's charge can put a subdued effort over a mile most recently behind him to regain the winning thread now back over 7f. Bungle Bay finished a creditable second on his most recent start in a C&D handicap and he can make his presence felt, while Fircombe Hall won over this track and trip in December and is another to consider.

BUNGLE BAY arrives on the back of a solid showing over C&D and, despite a tricky draw, he's worth siding with in a race that's distinctly lacking in depth. Hawajes is the only other one in form and Fircombe Hall has a chance to get back on track, so they're the most feasible alternatives.

Bungle Bay is drawn widest but otherwise holds a leading chance. HAWAJES, a recent winner in this grade, looks a solid alternative.

20:30 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 6) 7f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (1) (11/4 -10%) Sunblock	2.75 11/4(-10%)	(1) Sunblock 11/4, Well-related Too Darn Hot filly who has been brought along steadily, eighth of 12 in minor event at Newcastle (6f, 100/1) 35 days ago. Since left Richard Fahey (9,000 guineas) and not without interest for new yard on her handicap debut. Possible improver now handicapping for new yard; market confidence should be heeded.
4 2nd (4) (9/1 -125%) Rogue Dream	9 9/1(-125%)	(4) Rogue Dream 9/1, Thrice-raced maiden. First run since leaving Tom Clover when last of 8 in minor event (150/1) at Chelmsford City (6f) 30 days ago. Still much respected on her handicap debut. May do better now qualified for a mark and upped in distance; check the betting.
6 3rd (6) (10/1 +50%) Profitman	10 10/1(+50%)	(6) Profitman 10/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 20/1, eighth of 12 in handicap at Southwell (6.1f) 51 days ago. Tongue strap on for 1st time with work to do. Holds weak claims on bare form but this step back up in distance may suit.
7 4th (7) (17/2 +15%) Si Si La Bonne	8.5 17/2(+15%)	(7) Si Si La Bonne 17/2, In good form until only fifth of 9 in handicap at Kempton (7f) 28 days ago. Weighted to go well if back on song. Close second over C&D two starts ago; each-way possibilities on that effort.
5 5th (5) (7/1 -17%) Rust E Boy	7 7/1(-17%)	(5) Rust E Boy 7/1, Creditable second of 10 in handicap at this course (6.1f, 7/2) 15 days ago. Visor on 1st time. Needs considering. Comparatively exposed but ran well here two weeks ago; possibilities in first-time visor.
11 6th (11) (11/1 +8%) Clionia	11 11/1(+8%)	(11) Clionia 11/1, Cheekpieces on for 1st time, fair fifth of 10 in handicap (22/1) at this C&D 15 days ago, slowly away. Blinkered for 1st time with more needed. Hinted at improvement over C&D last month; Rossa Ryan up for first time; one to consider.
2 7th (2) (8/1 -33%) Lord Danielson	8 8/1(-33%)	(2) Lord Danielson 8/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Very good second of 6 in handicap (25/1) at Chelmsford City (7f) 22 days ago. Makes tapeta debut. Not taken lightly off an unchanged mark. Close second, having dictated pace, at Chelmsford last time; fighting chance off same mark.
10 8th (10) (8/1 +43%) Aye Fred	8 8/1(+43%)	(10) Aye Fred 8/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Good fifth of 10 in handicap at this course (6.1f, 9/1) 15 days ago, nearest finish. Cheekpieces on 1st time and in the picture. Made good late progress over 6f here two weeks ago; looks interesting back at 7f.
12 9th (12) (80/1 -220%) Queen For Adaay	80 80/1(-220%)	(12) Queen For Adaay 80/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 80/1, fair sixth of 10 in handicap at this course (6.1f) 15 days ago. Needs to take a step forward. Showed some improvement here two weeks ago; bred to do better still.
8 10th (8) (20/1 -122%) Alextrician	20 20/1(-122%)	(8) Alextrician 20/1, Lightly-raced maiden who posted his best effort when third of 10 in handicap at this C&D (80/1) 15 days ago. Can make presence felt. Improved effort over C&D two weeks ago on handicap debut; may take another step forward.
3 11th (3) (33/1 +0%) Ventura Empress	33 33/1(+0%)	(3) Ventura Empress 33/1, 25/1, last of 8 in handicap at Chelmsford City (10f) 22 days ago. Back down in trip. Makes tapeta debut. Blinkers/tongue strap on 1st time. Combination of return to 7f and first-time tongue-tie/blinkers may prompt improvement.
9 12th (9) (7/1 +0%) Inawe	7 7/1(+0%)	(9) Inawe 7/1, Creditable second of 10 in handicap at this C&D (7/1) 15 days ago. She's in the mix off the same mark. Placed in two of her four handicap attempts, runner-up over C&D latest; in the mix.

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20:30 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 6) 7f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 6 race.

INAWE posted a solid second in a similar contest over C&D last month and, off an unchanged mark, she gets the tentative vote to show her rivals the way home in what looks a trappy affair. Ventura Empress has posted three disappointing handicap runs this year, but the application of blinkers may help the daughter of Highland Reel outrun her forecast odds, while Rust E Boy kept on well for a close second over 6f here most recently and this step back up in trip can see him hit the frame off the same mark.

A tight-knit handicap in which it is worth siding with George Boughey's new recruit SUNBLOCK to take a sizeable step forward now venturing into handicap company for the first time. Lord Danielson rates the obvious threat on the back of his very good recent Chelmsford City second, while C&D second Inawe is another who commands plenty of respect.

First choice is AYE FRED, ahead of Clionia in an open finale.

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Tomform Saturday 2nd March 2024

Races & Results Saturday 2nd March 2024

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13:20 Newbury Handicap Chase (Class 2) 26f Race Class Flow

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13:30 Doncaster Maiden Hurdle (Class 3) 19f Race Class Flow

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13:35 Navan Maiden Hurdle 16f Race Speed Rating Flow

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13:42 Kelso Handicap Hurdle (Class 2) 21f Race Class Flow

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13:55 Newbury Handicap Chase (Class 1) 20f Race Class Flow

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14:05 Doncaster Handicap Hurdle (Class 2) 24f Race Class Flow

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14:10 Navan Maiden Hurdle 16f Race Speed Rating Flow

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14:17 Kelso Maiden Hurdle (Class 1) 18f Race Class Flow

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14:25 Newbury Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 16f Race Class Flow

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14:35 Doncaster Handicap Chase (Class 2) 16f Race Class Flow

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14:40 Navan Handicap Hurdle 20f Race Speed Rating Flow

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14:50 Kelso Handicap Hurdle (Class 2) 16f Race Class Flow

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15:00 Newbury Handicap Hurdle (Class 3) 16f Race Class Flow

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15:10 Doncaster Maiden Hurdle (Class 1) 24f Race Class Flow

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15:15 Navan Maiden Hurdle 22f Race Speed Rating Flow

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15:25 Kelso Conditions Chase (Class 1) 23f Race Class Flow

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15:32 Newbury Handicap Hurdle (Class 3) 20f Race Class Flow

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15:40 Doncaster Handicap Chase (Class 2) 26f Race Class Flow

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15:48 Navan Maiden Chase 16f Race Speed Rating Flow

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15:55 Kempton Handicap (Class 5) 6f Race Class Flow

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16:00 Kelso Handicap Chase (Class 3) 22f Race Class Flow

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16:05 Newbury Handicap Chase (Class 3) 23f Race Class Flow

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16:15 Doncaster Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 17f Race Class Flow

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16:23 Navan Conditions Chase 20f Race Speed Rating Flow

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16:30 Kempton Handicap (Class 6) 8f Race Class Flow