1 Friday 28th March 2025 UK Horse Racing Speed Ratings & Tips

Tomform Friday 28th March 2025

There were 36 Races on Friday 28th March 2025 across 5 meetings. There was 8 races at Wetherby, 6 races at Fontwell, 7 races at Lingfield, 8 races at Southwell, 7 races at Dundalk, no doubt Tomform helped you find a winner.

Races & Results Friday 28th March 2025

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

14:00 Wetherby Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 16f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	12 1st (12) (12/1 +25%) Sir Galahad	12 12/1(+25%)	(12) Sir Galahad 12/1, Fair maiden on Flat (stays 1½m), running respectably while showing an awkward side when fifth of 7 in handicap at Newmarket (12f, good to firm) back in June. Sold from James Ferguson 25,000 gns the following month and has joined a top jumps yard. Yard also saddles All Well And Good. Fair maiden on the Flat; has joined a good yard for hurdle career (one of two for stable).
2	8 2nd (8) (5/1 +0%) Sleeping Late	5 5/1(+0%)	(8) Sleeping Late 5/1, Shaped with encouragement when fourth of 8 in novice hurdle at Doncaster on debut and ran to a similar level despite jumping better when third at Huntingdon (15.8f, good) earlier this month. Appeals as the type to do better once tackling handicaps over further. Has made the frame on both starts and has the best hurdle form in the line-up; respected.
3	9 3rd (9) (12/1 +0%) Solent Gateway	12 12/1(+0%)	(9) Solent Gateway 12/1, Fairly useful stayer on the Flat for Hugo Palmer (sold 9,000 gns). Had usual headgear/tongue strap retained for hurdling debut and looked badly in need of the experience but knew more when third at Catterick (15.7f, good to soft) last month. Probably needs more time (has had a wind op). Yet to transfer his Flat ability to hurdles but wind op could help; possible player.
4	10 4th (10) (66/1 -32%) Brindley	66 66/1(-32%)	(10) Brindley 66/1, Fair maiden on Flat (stays 1m), well below form in handicaps final 2 starts in 2024. Sold from Jack Channon for only 1,000 gns in September and made very little impact sent hurdling after 6 months off at Huntingdon (15.8f, good) recently. Failed to settle and tailed off at 50-1 on recent hurdle and stable debut at Huntingdon.
5th	3 5th (3) (12/1 -9%) Katana	12 12/1(-9%)	(3) Katana 12/1, €45,000 half-brother to French hurdler/chaser Gangster de Coddes who showed ability amidst greenness when fifth of 8 in bumper at Wincanton (15.2f, good) in October. Needed the experience sent hurdling at Taunton a couple of months later but looks a stable lesser light even so. Yet to threaten but could take a sizeable step forward at some stage for leading trainer.
6th	11 6th (11) (50/1 -25%) Cap Ricochet	50 50/1(-25%)	(11) Cap Ricochet 50/1, Hadn't looked much in bumpers and yet to achieve a great deal over hurdles, already looking a bit of a handful when disgracing himself at the second at Sedgefield last week (attempted to run out and unseated rider). Easy to look elsewhere. Has shown some ability but improvement is needed; wayward when unseating early last time.
7th	6 7th (6) (400/1 -60%) Mythical	400 400/1(-60%)	(6) Mythical 400/1, Modest Flat winner who has shown nothing in 3 starts over hurdles. Tailed off/pulled up at triple-figure odds this winter on his first three hurdle starts.
8th	7 8th (7) (66/1 -164%) Regal Cavalier	66 66/1(-164%)	(7) Regal Cavalier 66/1, Modest on Flat, comfortable winner of 15.5f minor event at Corlay last June. Sold from Ludovic Gadbin €21,000 the following month and interesting to see how he fares in the market on yard/hurdling debut. Won on the Flat in France last June by 5l; interesting contender on hurdle/stable debut.
9th	5 9th (5) (250/1 -150%) Kit The Christian	250 250/1(-150%)	(5) Kit The Christian 250/1, Brother to bumper winner Getagin and closely related to useful hurdler Crooks Peak (winner around 2m). Bred to have a future but looked badly in need of the experience on debut in novice hurdle at Doncaster (19.4f, good) just over 5 weeks ago. There's potential in his pedigree but he was tailed off at 100-1 on last month's debut.
4	4 \|U\| (4) (25/1 +11%) Kids Say Lastgojoe	25 25/1(+11%)	(4) Kids Say Lastgojoe 25/1, Balko gelding who showed benefit of his debut and settled better ridden from the front when winning 5-runner bumper at Catterick in November. Looked badly in need of the experience sent hurdling at Newcastle in January so he'll need to leave that well behind (has had a wind op). Bumper winner; well beaten on hurdle debut but wind op since and not written off.
10th	1 10th (1) (6/5 +13%) All Well And Good	1.2 6/5(+13%)	(1) All Well And Good 6/5, From a very good Flat family and, having made a promising start when second at Worcester (2m) last June, went one place better when landing 12-runner bumper back at that venue a month later. Good second at Stratford when last seen in September and rates as a likely sort now hurdling. Bumper winner who makes hurdle debut in a race lacking depth; firmly in calculations.
2	2 \|PU\| (2) (3/1 +25%) Jasmin Bellevue	3 3/1(+25%)	(2) Jasmin Bellevue 3/1, £110,000 purchase after finishing runner-up completed start in Irish points but has proven too headstrong on both starts under Rules, including when unseating his rider at the sixth in a first-time hood at Hereford on latest. Yet to shine under rules but this point runner-up is in top hands and capable of better.

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Having offered plenty of encouragement on his three bumper appearances last year, hurdles debutant All Well And Good is likely to prove popular on his return to action. Olly Murphy's charge is expected to be in the thick of the action, but it could be worth siding for SLEEPING LATE. The seven-year-old has displayed promise on both outings over timber to date and that experience may prove crucial. Jasmin Bellevue and Dilly's Gunner are also worth closer inspection.

Plenty of dead wood in this opener but there are some top yards represented and ALL WELL AND GOOD gets the nod to make a winning return/hurdling debut for Olly Murphy having reached a fairly useful level in bumpers last year. Heading up the opposition is Jasmin Bellevue, who has looked a handful on both outings so far but has stable jockey Nico de Boinville taking over in the plate. Sleeping Late and Dilly's Gunner can fight out third.

This could go to bumper winner ALL WELL AND GOOD on his hurdle debut. Stablemate Sir Galahad may pose the main threat.

14:10 Fontwell Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 22f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	5 1st (5) (5/1 +9%) Summer In Milan	5 5/1(+9%)	(5) Summer In Milan 5/1, Yet to trouble the judge but it's still early days for this 6-y-o and he performed with credit when 10½ lengths third to Shuil Ceoil over C&D on penultimate start (now meets that rival on 8 lb better terms). Needs to pull out a bit more but that's entirely possible. Visor applied. Respectable chase debut; back hurdling with overall improvement needed in first headgear.
2	3 2nd (3) (11/4 -10%) Shuil Ceoil	2.75 11/4(-10%)	(3) Shuil Ceoil 11/4, Didn't take to fences but strong in the market and took advantage of reduced mark back hurdling over C&D (soft) last month. 6 lb rise fair enough and he has to enter calculations. Reverted to hurdles from fences with a C&D win (soft) in January; also effective on good.
3	4 3rd (4) (13/2 +35%) Bobalot	6.5 13/2(+35%)	(4) Bobalot 13/2, Good second at Chepstow on his yard debut last month before unseating rider early on over this C&D 14 days later. Got round when third at Hereford (25.5f, good) subsequently and he needs considering off this 1 lb lower mark. Placed at Chepstow (extended 2m3f) and Hereford (3m2f, good) either side of an unseat here.
4	6 4th (6) (16/1 +20%) Pearl's Pirate	16 16/1(+20%)	(6) Pearl's Pirate 16/1, Showed a bit sole bumper outing last March but his efforts over hurdles to date leave much to be desired. Cheekpieces enlisted. 15l eighth of 13 on handicap debut at Stratford (2m6f, good to soft; 7-1); cheekpieces now.
5th	2 5th (2) (10/3 +17%) Ghasham	3.333333 10/3(+17%)	(2) Ghasham 10/3, Opened hurdles account at Market Rasen in March 2023 and, though winless since, he has got back on track in recent months with a series of solid placed efforts, including last month at Warwick (19f, heavy). Leading claims off the same mark here. Placed last three; bit further to go (unsure to stay) and best efforts on softer than good.
6th	1 6th (1) (4/1 -113%) Bank On Frank	4 4/1(-113%)	(1) Bank On Frank 4/1, Runner-up sole start in points and there were clear signs that he's getting the hang of things in this sphere when fourth of 10 in a maiden here (17.7f, good to soft) last time. Improvement likely now upped in trip for this handicap debut. Major improvement is needed on this handicap debut; marked step up in trip in weak race.

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Returning to the smaller obstacles worked the oracle for Shuil Ceoil, who recorded a narrow success over C&D when last seen in January. A 6lb rise looks a little harsh, though, and a chance is taken on BANK ON FRANK. Ben Pauling has his string in fine form and the seven-year-old could enhance that record pitched into handicaps for the first time off a workable mark. Ghasham is another to consider.

With improvement anticipated now upped in trip for this handicap debut, BANK ON FRANK could be the answer to this rather trappy-looking contest. Ghasham has been threatening to come good of late and he looks sure to be in the mix once again, while Summer In Milan has a good chance of reversing January C&D placings with Shuil Ceoil on these revised terms. Bobalot is also considered.

As it's a weak race, SHUIL CEOIL may well be able to follow up his January C&D win.

14:22 Lingfield Handicap (Class 6) 12f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
6	6 (6) (9/5 +46%) Dubai Harbour	1.8 9/5(+46%)	(6) Dubai Harbour 9/5, Career best when winning 9-runner handicap (10/3) at this course (10f, AW) 40 days ago, just holding on. 2 lb nudge fair enough and, with the booking of Simon Walker a plus, he has to be taken very seriously. Two wins here during the winter and he looks worth a try at this new trip; key player.
5	5 (5) (10/3 +56%) Fravanco	3.333333 10/3(+56%)	(5) Fravanco 10/3, Course winner. Sixth of 10 in novice hurdle at Fontwell (17.7f, good to soft, 80/1) on hurdles bow 22 days ago. Now just 1 lb above last winning mark and will be a danger to all if on-song. Won at Kempton in September but he's struggled on the Flat and over hurdles last twice.
4	4 (4) (6/1 -33%) Royal Observatory	6 6/1(-33%)	(4) Royal Observatory 6/1, Winner at Chelmsford in December. Cheekpieces on for 1st time, fourth of 7 in handicap at Newcastle (10.2f, 4/1) 55 days ago. This 5-y-o is proving to be a reliable proposition and should give another good account back up in trip here. His form dropped off at Newcastle last time and still has stamina to prove at this trip.
8	8 (8) (10/1 -67%) National Health	10 10/1(-67%)	(8) National Health 10/1, 12/1, creditable third of 12 in minor event at this C&D (AW) 4 days ago, running on. Will surely shed his maiden tag soon enough and likely to give another good account of himself. 0-15 but he's been placed in five of his last six runs including over C&D on Monday.
7	7 (7) (10/1 -25%) Bloodhound	10 10/1(-25%)	(7) Bloodhound 10/1, 4/1, sixth of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (12.2f) 25 days ago. Tongue strap on 1st time for this debut on polytrack and will need to put that run behind him if he's to come out on top. 0-14 but was runner-up at Wolverhampton in January and has possibilities on that form.
3	3 (3) (11/1 -10%) Sea Of Charm	11 11/1(-10%)	(3) Sea Of Charm 11/1, Course winner. Latest success at Wolverhampton in September. Fourth of 7 in handicap (10/3) back there (12.2f) when last seen in October, left poorly placed. Needs to find improvement from somewhere. Ordinary strike-rate of 3-47 but she's generally reliable and is not ruled out on return.
1	1 (1) (11/1 -214%) French Martini	11 11/1(-214%)	(1) French Martini 11/1, Won 11-runner handicap (13/2) at Bath (17.1f, heavy) on first run following a wind op 158 days ago. Back down in trip and has a bit to prove returned to this surface (well held both starts on polytrack last spring). Came good with 4l win at Bath (2m) in October; respected back in trip on her return.
2	2 (2) (12/1 +52%) Throne Hall	12 12/1(+52%)	(2) Throne Hall 12/1, 66/1, last of 8 in handicap hurdle at Catterick (19.3f, good to soft) 31 days ago. Latest effort in this sphere was poor, too, and he is readily passed over, for all that he has slipped to a potentially very handy mark. Has lost her way under both codes and needs a major revival back on the Flat.
10	10 (10) (66/1 -136%) Global Style	66 66/1(-136%)	(10) Global Style 66/1, C&D winner. First run since leaving Tony Carroll when tenth of 12 in handicap at Southwell (8.1f, 80/1) 17 days ago. Significantly up in trip and sports a first-time visor. Missed last year and was out the back at Southwell on recent comeback; others preferred.
9	9 (9) (80/1 -100%) Mapogo	80 80/1(-100%)	(9) Mapogo 80/1, 40/1, last of 12 in handicap at Chelmsford City (13.3f) 29 days ago and it's hard to envisage him playing a leading role here on the back of that performance. Regressive 17-race maiden who has been out of form since last spring; can only be watched.

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Having displayed a willing attitude to score by the smallest of margins over 1m2f here last month, Dubai Harbour warrants respect in his follow-up bid. However, the son of Invincible Spirit is far from certain to stay today's extra two furlongs and NATIONAL HEALTH looks a more solid proposition. Olly Murphy's gelding posted a solid third over C&D in classified company four days ago and this switch to a handicap could prove fruitful. Royal Observatory is the pick of the remainder.

It can pay to keep the faith with FRAVANCO, who was in good form prior to finishing down the field on his latest start in this sphere at Kempton in January. He is just 1 lb higher in the weights compared to when landing a Kempton handicap in September. Royal Observatory has been holding his form well and he is next on the list ahead of Dubai Harbour and National Health.

The vote goes to DUBAI HONOUR, who was a brave winner here last time and has shaped as though new trip should be within range.

14:30 Wetherby Selling Hurdle (Class 4) 20f - 3 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
4	4 (4) (10/11 -36%) Tamar Bridge	0.909091 10/11(-36%)	(4) Tamar Bridge 10/11, Off almost 2 years before posting a very good second at Uttoxeter (19.9f) in October but she beat only one in 2m4f Lingfield handicap 2 months later. This C&D winner still holds major form claims dropped into selling grade. Very useful at best; ran well back from absence; not so good since; big chance at weights.
1	1 (1) (9/4 +10%) Honneur D'ajonc	2.25 9/4(+10%)	(1) Honneur D'ajonc 9/4, Arrives in good nick for his current yard, visored for the first time when second of 7 in claiming hurdle (11/4) at Catterick (15.7f, good to firm) 23 days ago. Not discounted. Useful hurdler and smart chaser but unpredictable now; back to form latest; form chance.
2	2 (2) (4/1 +38%) Wolfspear	4 4/1(+38%)	(2) Wolfspear 4/1, Got back on track when fourth of 13 in handicap hurdle at Stratford (18.7f, good to soft) 18 days ago. More is required at these weights however. Three wins from 8 handicap completions at 2m4f and 2m2f; back to form latest; a contender.

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Although TAMAR BRIDGE was never travelling when finishing a well-beaten fifth at Lingfield 100 days ago, he makes grand appeal on his entry into selling company. The veteran is clear on the ratings and a fifth career victory could be on the horizon. The selection's stablemate Wolfspear arrives on the back of a respectable fourth at Stratford and a similar performance should see him in the mix, although a bigger threat may emerge from recent Catterick runner-up Honneur D'Ajonc.

TAMAR BRIDGE wasn't at his best when fifth at Lingfield before Christmas but is still very hard to oppose dropped in grade for an in-form yard. Honneur d'Ajonc looks the one to give Olly Murphy's veteran most to do ahead of Wolfspear.

Honneur d'Ajonc and TAMAR BRIDGE have queries about them now but the latter gets the vote on the strength of his reappearance run.

14:40 Fontwell Handicap Chase (Class 5) 22f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
3	3 (3) (7/2 -5%) Sir Rock	3.5 7/2(-5%)	(3) Sir Rock 7/2, Winner of first 2 starts over fences last season, the second of which was registered over this C&D. Failed to fire first 4 runs of present campaign but back on track when a clear second at Huntingdon (23.6f, good to soft) and he's a big player returned to this venue off the same mark. C&D winner; surged back to form with second at Huntingdon (3m) last time.
6	6 (6) (4/1 -14%) Wellwillya	4 4/1(-14%)	(6) Wellwillya 4/1, Took form up a notch when opening chase account at Exeter in October and arguably produced an even better effort with a tidy success over this C&D last month. However, those victories bookmark a string of below-par displays and he's not one to bank on by any means. Won first and latest of five chases; considered despite poor earlier record on good ground.
9	9 (9) (9/2 +63%) No Drama	4.5 9/2(+63%)	(9) No Drama 9/2, No impact in 4 starts switched to fences for new yard this season, latterly finishing almost 20 lengths adrift of the re-opposing winner Wellwillya over C&D last month. Others preferred. His four runs since huge absence don't suggest he's come far enough down the weights.
5	5 (5) (6/1 +0%) The Cox Express	6 6/1(+0%)	(5) The Cox Express 6/1, Bumper winner who is 0-11 over hurdles and while he made an encouraging start over fences when runner-up in an Exeter handicap (19.2f, soft) in December, his subsequent efforts at Taunton and Lingfield have left much to be desired. Now tried in blinkers. Chasing last three starts, easily best effort on first; cheekpieces give way to blinkers.
2	2 (2) (13/2 +19%) Sangiovese	6.5 13/2(+19%)	(2) Sangiovese 13/2, Won a novice handicap hurdle at Southwell last January and runner-up next 2 starts, albeit not looking the most enthusiastic. Lack of enthusiasm has proved to be an issue both runs this time round, too, latterly returned to Southwell for his chase debut, and he's one to treat with caution. Only fifth of six on chase debut latest but this step back up in trip will presumably help.
4	4 (4) (10/1 -100%) Fine Investment	10 10/1(-100%)	(4) Fine Investment 10/1, Point winner who, having rejoined his former yard, performed above market expectations (sent off at 16/1) when beaten just over 2 lengths into third in a 5-runner Leicester handicap (2½m, heavy) back from 10 months off. One to consider off an unchanged mark. 1-7 in points and 0-10 under rules; does not look the percentage call.
7	7 (7) (11/1 -38%) King Of The Story	11 11/1(-38%)	(7) King Of The Story 11/1, Got off the mark on second start for this yard in a 6-runner handicap chase over this C&D in August 2023. Absent since finishing a creditable fourth of 12 at Hereford in November of that year, though, and his record when fresh suggests that this is probably not the day to lend him support. Best 2023 efforts (including C&D win on good) give him a shot but he's been off 493 days.
1	1 (1) (12/1 +14%) Calvic	12 12/1(+14%)	(1) Calvic 12/1, Proved better than ever when gaining second chase success for current yard at Worcester (2½m, good) last summer. Followed that with a couple of decent efforts but form has dipped badly the last twice and he needs to bounce back following a 176-day absence. Absent 176 days and needs respect judged on his two wins in 2024.
8	8 (8) (40/1 -60%) Tommy Dillion	40 40/1(-60%)	(8) Tommy Dillion 40/1, Winning hurdler but has clearly been difficult to train and was pulled up first 2 starts since returning from a lengthy absence in January. Managed to get round at Leicester last time but he was well beaten and it's easy enough to look elsewhere. Switched to chasing for last four starts and they don't offer encouragement.
10	10 (10) (100/1 -52%) Design Flaw	100 100/1(-52%)	(10) Design Flaw 100/1, Looks of little account and up against it here from 8 lb out of the handicap. Modest at best in Ireland; no worthwhile form in four races in Britain since; blinkers now.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

Wellwillya is 2lb well-in having recorded a commanding C&D success last month and although respected, ground conditions are going to be much different and it might pay to side with SANGIOVESE. Gary and Josh Moore's charge wasn't disgraced on his chasing debut earlier this month and the step up in trip is potentially in his favour. Sir Rock can chase the pair home.

Having returned to form when finding just one too good at Huntingdon last time, SIR ROCK looks the way to go. He is 4 lb lower than when scoring over C&D last January and gets the nod ahead of Fine Investment, who didn't shape at all badly on his belated seasonal reappearance at Leicester. Wellwillya did the job well here last time but whether or not he will be in the same form is anybody's guess.

Following his return to form last time, SIR ROCK may now be able to go one better, from Calvic, Wellwillya and Sangiovese.

14:52 Lingfield Handicap (Class 5) 7f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
2	2 (2) (3/1 +14%) Francis Drake	3 3/1(+14%)	(2) Francis Drake 3/1, Belardo gelding who matched previous best 9modest form) when fourth of 8 in maiden at this course (8f, AW, 5/1) 23 days ago, having run of race. In good hands so feasible to think he can do better now handicapping. One to monitor in the betting for clues. Unexposed handicap newcomer and he looks interesting on this drop in trip.
6	6 (6) (7/2 +13%) Private Island	3.5 7/2(+13%)	(6) Private Island 7/2, Twilight Son filly who has finished midfield at best in 3 maiden/novice events at up to 7f spread over 5 months. However, pedigree/connections offer definite optimism for better now handicapping and she's one to note. Well-bred filly and she looks a possible improver on handicap debut; needs a close look.
7	7 (7) (4/1 -14%) Hidden Verse	4 4/1(-14%)	(7) Hidden Verse 4/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Last of 7 in novice at Ffos Las (7.4f, heavy, 20/1) in August. Off 7 months/equipped with cheekpieces ahead of this switch to handicaps and booking of Hollie Doyle catches the eye. Now gelded and goes handicapping but he needs a transformation after 217 days off.
10	10 (10) (5/1 +17%) Ceira G	5 5/1(+17%)	(10) Ceira G 5/1, Confirmed promise of stable debut effort when opening her account at Chelmsford (7f) in February. Similar form when runner-up in 12-runner handicap at Wolverhampton (7f) 17 days ago and fancied to be thereabouts again. Won at Chelmsford and looked unlucky in her follow-up bid at Wolverhampton; big player.
1	1 (1) (15/2 +46%) Piranha Rama	7.5 15/2(+46%)	(1) Piranha Rama 15/2, Three wins from 12 runs last year. Latest win at Chelmsford City in November. Eleventh of 12 in handicap at Kempton (6f, 50/1) 23 days ago, caught wide and weakening over 1f out. Could bounce back from a handy draw back up in trip. On last winning mark but she's lost her way recently and needs a major revival.
8	8 (8) (8/1 -45%) Risk	8 8/1(-45%)	(8) Risk 8/1, Maiden who has stepped up a little on the back of a short break, creditable fourth of 8 in handicap (4/1) at Southwell (8.1f) 41 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Visor on 1st time and considered back at 7f. Reached the frame in last three runs but is now 0-8 and needs to find more in new headgear.
4	4 (4) (18/1 +10%) Belabambina	18 18/1(+10%)	(4) Belabambina 18/1, Coulsty filly who left pair of exploits as a 2-y-o behind after 6 months off when close-up sixth of 11 in novice at Wolverhampton (7.2f, 150/1) 25 days ago, running on. That may not be the most robust piece of form but switch to handicaps definitely in her favour now. Showed promise at Wolverhampton last time and she's in the mix on handicap debut.
3	3 (3) (28/1 +0%) Summer Of Light	28 28/1(+0%)	(3) Summer Of Light 28/1, Fair maiden at best but ended time with Michael Wigham well below form, weakening over 1f out when tenth of 12 in nursery at Southwell (7.1f, 25/1) in November. Hood reached for now starting out for new yard and others more persuasive. Seven-race maiden and has something to prove on return for new yard; hood added.
5	5 (5) (33/1 -136%) Spoilt	33 33/1(-136%)	(5) Spoilt 33/1, Down the field first 2 starts and much better on qualifying run when staying on second of 8 in a C&D maiden 7 weeks ago. Opening mark demands further progress now handicapping. 125-1 second in C&D maiden latest; dangerous if she can build on that on handicap debut.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

CEIRA G lost momentum at a pivotal point in the closing stages when finishing second at Wolverhampton earlier this month. A 1lb nudge up in the ratings for Michael Keady's filly looks workable and a second career victory could be on the cards. The biggest threat may emerge from handicap debutant Spoilt, who arrives on the back of a solid second over C&D. Risk is also worth a look sporting a first-time visor.

RISK confirmed the improvement he showed when third on his penultimate start when fourth in a Southwell handicap 6 weeks ago and he could be the answer with a first-time visor now enlisted. Ceira G ran another solid race when runner-up at Wolverhampton recently and she's entitled to be in the mix again. Private Island and Francis Drake are handicap newcomers to note for good yards.

Preference is for CEIRA G (nap), who won a Chelmsford handicap last month and looked unlucky in her follow-up bid at Wolverhampton.

15:00 Wetherby Handicap Chase (Class 4) 15f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
3	3 (3) (2/1 -23%) Harel Du Marais	2 2/1(-23%)	(3) Harel Du Marais 2/1, Revitalised for his new yard and bids for a hat-trick after back-to-back 2m wins at Southwell this month. Another bold showing is on the cards under a 7 lb penalty. Made it 2-2 for yard with something to spare at Southwell; 7lb penalty may not stop him.
4	4 (4) (10/3 +33%) Rumoursareflying	3.333333 10/3(+33%)	(4) Rumoursareflying 10/3, Maiden hurdler who failed to build on earlier chasing promise when third of 4 in handicap at Market Rasen (17.2f, good) 24 days ago. Not written off. 0-15 but he's been a fair 3rd behind rejuvenated winners the last twice; could be involved.
5	5 (5) (4/1 -14%) Hold Onto The Line	4 4/1(-14%)	(5) Hold Onto The Line 4/1, Resumed winning ways in 3-runner handicap chase at Newcastle (16.3f, good) 13 days ago. Up 2 lb but he ought to be thereabouts. Won at Newcastle last time and it was a decent race, despite the numbers; up just 2lb.
1	1 (1) (9/2 +0%) Baseline	4.5 9/2(+0%)	(1) Baseline 9/2, Lightly-raced maiden hurdler who went too freely when sixth of 7 in handicap at Taunton (16.5f, good) 18 days ago. Still can't be discounted now going chasing. Unplaced on recent handicap hurdle debut but could improve for the change of disciplines.
6	6 (6) (9/1 +18%) Special Dragon	9 9/1(+18%)	(6) Special Dragon 9/1, A fair 2m5f winner over hurdles who had yet to be asked for her effort when fell 3 out in handicap chase at Newcastle (20.1f, good) in October. Has since had a wind op and remains open to progress. Considered. Something to prove over fences but has had wind op since last time and is lightly raced.
2	2 (2) (12/1 +40%) Findthetime	12 12/1(+40%)	(2) Findthetime 12/1, C&D winner who comes here out of sorts, cheekpieces tried for the first time when only sixth of 7 in handicap chase (20/1) at Ayr (16.5f, heavy) 20 days ago. Hard to warm to. C&D winner whose mark continues to tumble but a major turnaround is required.

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HAREL DU MARAIS has been revitalised since racing under the tutelage of Charles & Adam Pogson earlier this month, with two cosy victories at Southwell. A 7lb penalty doesn't look the limit of the eight-year-old's ability and a hat-trick is a distinct possibility. Hold Onto The Line relished a drop back in distance when scoring at Newcastle 13 days ago and he's feared most, marginally ahead of Special Dragon, who is open to improvement in this sphere.

HAREL DU MARAIS hasn't looked back since joining Charles and Adam Pogson and is weighted to go 3-3 under a 7 lb penalty here. Special Dragon remains with potential in this sphere though and could also have a say, with Newcastle scorer Hold Onto The Line and fencing debutant Baseline worthy of respect too.

Preference is for HOLD ONTO THE LINE, who has been in good form the last twice and is taken to add to his recent win at Newcastle.

15:10 Fontwell Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 18f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
8	8 (8) (11/5 +20%) Whatsyourproblem	2.2 11/5(+20%)	(8) Whatsyourproblem 11/5, Well Chosen gelding who matched previous best when second of 8 in maiden hurdle at Southwell (15.8f) 25 days ago, losing out only late on. Should be competitive again. British form is moving back in right direction; 2nd at Southwell (2m; evens) latest outing.
4	4 (4) (3/1 -20%) Kalif D'airy	3 3/1(-20%)	(4) Kalif D'airy 3/1, Turned in another solid display when second in 8-runner handicap at Sandown (19.8f) in February. Disappointed tackling extended 21f trip here next time but pick of his form gives him sound claims returned to maiden company. Player. 0-9 overall but second in three consecutive starts this winter; flop in cheekpieces latest.
2	2 (2) (4/1 -14%) Boston Boy	4 4/1(-14%)	(2) Boston Boy 4/1, Has shown plenty of temperament (running out twice this season) but took step in right direction when third in a novice at Doncaster (16.6f) in January. Raced freely and never figured on handicap bow at Ascot (23.5f) 6 weeks ago but not discounted back down in trip. Ran out twice; confirmed plenty of ability next time; 2m7f didn't work out on latest start.
3	3 (3) (15/2 +25%) French Symphony	7.5 15/2(+25%)	(3) French Symphony 15/2, Placed on 2 of his 3 starts in bumpers but modest form at best over hurdles to date, folding tamely equipped with a first-time visor when last of 7 in handicap at Newbury (20.5f) 4 weeks ago. Headgear discarded with a tongue strap now fitted and bounce back called for. Below best last three starts and latest (visored) was a shocker; now has his tongue tied.
1	1 (1) (12/1 -33%) Blue Bellamy	12 12/1(-33%)	(1) Blue Bellamy 12/1, Fair form in bumpers and made an encouraging start in this sphere when third of 7 in maiden hurdle at Lingfield (2m) in January. Not in same form when sixth upped to 19.5f back at that track latest but he remains the type to do better, particularly in handicaps. Hurdle debut was satisfactory; disappointed next time; none of his form looks good enough.
7	7 (7) (18/1 -80%) Surrey Lord	18 18/1(-80%)	(7) Surrey Lord 18/1, Fair form all 3 outings in bumpers so disappointing he ran a long way below that level when third of 9 in a Southwell maiden hurdle (15.8f) 25 days ago. This should reveal more. Significant ability in bumpers but a mile behind first two on hurdle debut at Southwell.
6	6 (6) (22/1 -120%) Spectre One	22 22/1(-120%)	(6) Spectre One 22/1, Offered much more than he had on only start in bumpers when fourth in a Southwell maiden hurdle (15.8f) in February. Couldn't replicate that when well held ninth of 12 in Ludlow novice (15.7f) later that month but in good hands and he'll be of interest in handicaps after this. 25-1 fourth on hurdle debut at Southwell (2m) was miles better than starts either side.
5	5 (5) (25/1 +50%) Sgian Dubh	25 25/1(+50%)	(5) Sgian Dubh 25/1, Fair maiden at best on the Flat who surpassed previous hurdles form equipped with first-time blinkers when fifth in 14-runner Kempton maiden (2m) 7 weeks ago. However, he again looked less than straightforward and needs treating with a degree of caution. Had wind surgery. Better on latest start but subsequent wind surgery still needs to make a big difference.
9	9 (9) (80/1 -21%) Precious Jean	80 80/1(-21%)	(9) Precious Jean 80/1, Well held in pair of bumpers last spring and fared no better after 7 months off when seventh of 9 in bumper at Southwell (15.8f) in December. Best watched on that evidence now hurdling. Minor form in three bumpers suggests she is best watched on this hurdle debut.
10	10 (10) (400/1 -167%) Surrey Nemesis	400 400/1(-167%)	(10) Surrey Nemesis 400/1, No show in bumpers/over hurdles to date. Low-level form after three bumpers and three hurdle races.

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WHATSYOURPROBLEM went close when filling the runner-up spot at Southwell and any further progress might be enough for Fergal O'Brien's gelding to break his maiden. Boston Boy wouldn't be one to rely on heavily but he is more than capable and ought to go close, while others to note include Kalif D'airy and French Symphony, who could improve for the application of a first-time tongue-tie.

KALIF D'AIRY needs to shrug off a lesser effort over further here 33 days ago, but he was compiling a pretty solid record in handicaps previously so, with the drop back in trip unlikely to pose any fears, he gets the nod to bounce back returned to maiden company. Recent Southwell second Whatsyourproblem is an obvious danger, whilst Boston Boy is more than capable of playing a part if putting his best foot forward.

Boston Boy and Kalif d'Airy also have plenty of ability but WHATSYOURPROBLEM may at last have found the right opportunity.

15:22 Lingfield Maiden (Class 5) 7f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
6	6 (6) (2/1 +56%) Virtue Patience	2 2/1(+56%)	(6) Virtue Patience 2/1, Territories gelding who went backwards from his debut when never involved tenth of 14 in maiden at Goodwood (6f, good to firm) in July. Off since but repeat of his debut form gives him claims of hitting the frame on return. Promise in a good race on debut; tough task at Goodwood when last seen; sets the standard.
3	3 (3) (5/2 +9%) Key Witness	2.5 5/2(+9%)	(3) Key Witness 5/2, €110,000 yearling, €62,000 2-y-o, Acclamation gelding. Half-brother to 3 winners, including winner up to 11.5f Power of States and winner up to 1m Panama Red, both useful. Yard more than capable of readying a newcomer and he's one to note in a maiden lacking depth. 62,000euros breeze-up 2yo; half-brother to 3 winners (2 of them useful); likely type.
2	2 (2) (5/1 +58%) Dragon God	5 5/1(+58%)	(2) Dragon God 5/1, £50,000 Territories colt. Had wind surgery ahead of debut and proved too green to make an impact when eighth of 10 in a C&D novice in November. This promises to reveal more. Promise amidst inexperience over C&D on debut in November; bred to need more of a test.
7	7 (7) (6/1 -20%) Dianarina	6 6/1(-20%)	(7) Dianarina 6/1, Goken filly who shaped better than final placing suggests when 9 lengths eighth of 14 in newcomers race at Saint-Cloud (7.5f, heavy) in November, prominent until fading 1f. Likely to improve. Prominent for a long way on her debut in France in November (7.5f, heavy); drawn widest.
8	8 (8) (11/1 -69%) Saguaro Blossom	11 11/1(-69%)	(8) Saguaro Blossom 11/1, €18,500 foal, 55,000 gns yearling, Arizona filly. Half-sister to 2 winners, including 1½m-16.3f winner Takarengo. Dam, maiden (stayed 1½m), half-sister to winner up to 1¼m (stayed 1½m) Takarian and winner up to 1m Takar (both smart). Betting can guide on debut. 55,000gns half-sister to two winners out of a well-related mare; check the betting.
9	9 (9) (18/1 -64%) Huggable	18 18/1(-64%)	(9) Huggable 18/1, Cityscape filly. Dam maiden (stayed 8.5f) out of Australian 6f winner Steal The Show, herself closely related to New Zealand Group 1 7f winner Tavistock. Dam a modest maiden but from a good family; yard in form; one to consider.
4	4 (4) (28/1 -12%) The Hrse Horse	28 28/1(-12%)	(4) The Hrse Horse 28/1, Invincible Spirit gelding who isn't without hope on paper but proved very green when fifth of 6 in novice at Wolverhampton (7.2f, 18/1) on debut 10 days ago. One for the longer term on that evidence. Hung badly left in the straight when 5th of 6 on recent debut; this is weaker, at least.
5	5 (5) (33/1 +67%) Muy Muy Loco	33 33/1(+67%)	(5) Muy Muy Loco 33/1, Down the field in maidens at Newbury/Kempton during the first half of last season. Gelded ahead of this return from 9 months off but he can only be watched. Hood on 1st time. Well beaten in two maiden runs last summer; gelded since and now tried in a hood.
11	11 (11) (40/1 -186%) Dance No More	40 40/1(-186%)	(11) Dance No More 40/1, Once-raced filly. 18/1, held back by inexperience (ran green) when fifth of 7 in maiden at Southwell (8.1f) on debut 14 days ago, laboured late headway having not been ideally placed. Entitled to improve. Couldn't land a blow in a steadily-run 1m maiden at Southwell on debut; drop in trip a ?.
12	12 (12) (40/1 -186%) Lambournghini	40 40/1(-186%)	(12) Lambournghini 40/1, 15,000 gns yearling, Birchwood filly. Dam, 2-y-o 5f winner, half-sister to smart 2-y-o 6f winner La Rioja. 15,000gns yearling; sixth foal of a Listed-placed 5f 2yo winner; betting to guide.
1	1 (1) (40/1 -21%) Tatmeen	40 40/1(-21%)	(1) Tatmeen 40/1, More Than Ready gelding. 80/1 and hooded, fourth of 9 in maiden at this course (8f, AW) on debut 23 days ago, running green and not unduly punished. Likely type for handicaps further down the line. Didn't look devoid of ability when a remote 4th over 1m here on debut; drop in trip a ?.
10	10 (10) (66/1 -100%) Iconnic	66 66/1(-100%)	(10) Iconnic 66/1, Tasleet filly. Dam 7f winner (including at 2 yrs) out of winning half-sister to high-class 5f winner Kyllachy. First foal of a minor 7f winner; starts out at modest level but others look more appealing.

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Virtue Patience faced some tall assignments on his two novice/maiden appearances as a juvenile and he should prove more competitive in these calmer waters. Regardless, it could be worth taking a punt on one of the newcomers, with KEY WITNESS topping the bill. The son of Acclamation is a half-brother to Irish Listed winner Panama Red, and Archie Watson's inmate could prove tough to beat if possessing the same ability. The market should prove informative, with fellow newcomer Saguaro Blossom also of interest.

Not a strong maiden by any means so it could be worth siding with a debutant. KEY WITNESS appeals as a likely type for a yard no stranger to success with their newcomers and earns the vote before market clues. Dianarina showed promise on her only start in France last year and is respected despite a less-than-ideal draw. Virtue Patience and another newcomer, Saguaro Blossom are others worth a look.

Virtue Patience is the pick of those to have run but KEY WITNESS looks a likely type on paper and can make a winning debut.

15:32 Wetherby Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 21f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
2	2 (2) (11/4 -22%) Jacovec Cavern	2.75 11/4(-22%)	(2) Jacovec Cavern 11/4, Irish raider who looked to have the race at his mercy (clear in front) when falling last in handicap hurdle at Cork (20f, good to soft) 8 days ago. Up 6 lb here but still weighted to gain compensation. 6l ahead in big field at Cork last Thursday only to fall at final flight; strong claims.
5	5 (5) (6/1 +8%) Blue Hop	6 6/1(+8%)	(5) Blue Hop 6/1, Resumed winning ways at Doncaster in January and backed it up with a good second of 17 in handicap hurdle at Ascot (23.5f, good) 41 days ago. Form has been franked so he's a likely player. Strong form in big fields the last twice and he's a solid contender.
10	10 (10) (6/1 -71%) Crazierthandaisy	6 6/1(-71%)	(10) Crazierthandaisy 6/1, Fairly useful bumper winner who was runner-up in her first 2 hurdles before making no mistake in Warwick mares' novice (21f, soft) on New Year's Eve. Should have more to offer in handicaps for leading connections. Bumper and novice hurdle winner who is in excellent hands to continue her progress.
1	1 (1) (8/1 -60%) Kap Vert	8 8/1(-60%)	(1) Kap Vert 8/1, Landed 2m Exeter novice in December and has posted creditable placed efforts since there and at Sandown. Entitled to play a part again returned to further on his handicap debut. 2m novice hurdle winner who is open to improvement now up in trip on handicap debut.
12	12 (12) (9/1 +25%) Book Of Tales	9 9/1(+25%)	(12) Book Of Tales 9/1, Fair 14f Flat winner who made a successful start over hurdles at Fontwell in August 2023. Has run with credit when in the frame in handicaps at Doncaster and Musselburgh this term and looks worth a try over this longer trip. Not without interest. Two pretty good efforts this winter, after long absence, and today's new trip could suit.
11	11 (11) (9/1 +64%) Kilta	9 9/1(+64%)	(11) Kilta 9/1, Made a winning chase debut in 3-runner event at Cartmel last May. Has proved inconsistent since, however, and reverts to hurdles with more needed. Won over hurdles and fences last spring; inconsistent over fences since his last win.
9	9 (9) (11/1 +21%) Magic Wave	11 11/1(+21%)	(9) Magic Wave 11/1, Lightly-raced 2m4f hurdles winner. Off 9 months before an encouraging sixth of 17 in handicap here (19.7f, soft) 55 days ago. Can make his presence felt off a 2 lb lower mark. Fair sixth of 17 here last time and today's forecast better ground may well be a plus.
6	6 (6) (12/1 +14%) Park Annonciade	12 12/1(+14%)	(6) Park Annonciade 12/1, Yet to score this term but he comes here in decent nick, fourth of 8 in handicap hurdle at Ayr (20.4f, heavy) 32 days ago. Needs considering eased 1 lb. Close third at Ayr two starts ago and heavy ground perhaps not ideal there since.
3	3 (3) (12/1 +45%) Foster'sisland	12 12/1(+45%)	(3) Foster'sisland 12/1, On a losing run and he came in only eighth of 12 in handicap hurdle at Kelso (22.7f, soft) 42 days ago. Cheekpieces go on now and he's the sort to bounce back. Well treated on form as recent as November but this 10yo has been patchy subsequently.
13	13 (13) (14/1 +58%) Kalhandrion	14 14/1(+58%)	(13) Kalhandrion 14/1, Failed to build on earlier promise on his handicap bow when fifth of 7 at Newbury (20.5f, soft) 28 days ago. Not written off yet. 5yo who is lightly raced but he was soundly beaten on last month's handicap debut.
8	8 (8) (18/1 +10%) Soldierofthestorm	18 18/1(+10%)	(8) Soldierofthestorm 18/1, Has twice failed to build on an encouraging reappearance third at Hereford, eighth of 14 in handicap hurdle at Huntingdon (20.7f, soft) in January. More required after a break. Looked progressive in the first half of last year but hasn't shone this winter.
4	4 (4) (40/1 -186%) Jericoacoara	40 40/1(-186%)	(4) Jericoacoara 40/1, A fairly useful ex-French 2m1f hurdles winner and not disgraced on both runs for his current yard, third of 4 in handicap at Newcastle (16.9f, good to soft) 13 days ago. Not ruled out now stepping up in trip. Fair efforts on first two British starts and the step up in trip could be a positive.
7	7 (7) (80/1 -21%) Butler's Brief	80 80/1(-21%)	(7) Butler's Brief 80/1, Scored at Bangor in October but pulled up in handicap hurdle at Warwick (25f, soft) following month. Back from a break now with a bit to prove. 10yo who has very healthy strike-rate but returns from a break and may prefer further.

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JACOVEC CAVERN was six lengths clear and in command when coming to grief at the final flight at Cork recently and despite having a 6lb higher UK mark to contend with, Paul Hennessy's charge can execute a successful raid, should he be none the worse for that tumble. Crazierthandaisy landed a novice at Warwick in December and she could put up the most resistance now pitched into handicaps from a seemingly workable opening mark. Blue Hop drops in class and must be respected, while Kap Vert is also noted.

This is wide open but Irish challenger JACOVEC CAVERN looked to have the race in safe keeping until coming down at the final flight at Cork last week and is fancied to gain compensation off a still handy mark. Nicky Henderson's handicap debutant Crazierthandaisy appeals as a likely improver and could emerge as the main danger, although Book of Tales, Blue Hop and Magic Wave all need factoring into this competitive handicap too.

Irish challenger JACOVEC CAVERN was 6l ahead when falling at the final flight at Cork last week and can make amends.

15:45 Fontwell Handicap Chase (Class 2) 20f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 (1) (4/1 +11%) Good Friday Fairy	4 4/1(+11%)	(1) Good Friday Fairy 4/1, C&D winner who has really been perked up by cheekpieces, running out an easy winner at Wincanton (20f) before following up in emphatic fashion at Taunton (21.7f) 4 weeks ago. Handicapper applies further pressure now but definite claims in hat-trick bid. Bidding for 3-3 in cheekpieces; the move away from soft/heavy may be the chief question.
4	4 (4) (9/2 +0%) Diplomatic Ash	4.5 9/2(+0%)	(4) Diplomatic Ash 9/2, Temperamental sort but put his best foot forward when opening his account in a C&D handicap at the start of the month and defied a 3 lb rise with cheekpieces applied back here over 17.7f 11 days ago. This tougher but respected nevertheless under a penalty in hat-trick bid. His career seems to be taking off again (two wins here this month) and he's respected.
3	3 (3) (13/2 +7%) Royal Mer	6.5 13/2(+7%)	(3) Royal Mer 13/2, Notched 5 wins over fences in 2023/24. Yet to score this term but confirmed his return to form from an easing mark when ½-length second of 6 to Diplomatic Ash in handicap chase at this C&D (good to soft) 22 days ago. Should go well again. 2nd last two runs, latest to Diplomatic Ash here; plenty to prove away from soft or heavy.
10	10 (10) (7/1 +50%) Doc Mccoy	7 7/1(+50%)	(10) Doc Mccoy 7/1, Impressive winner on sole start in points and successful start to hurdle career at Huntingdon on return last season. Struggled under a penalty next 2 starts, however, and has offered little switched to fences this term. Blinkers replace cheekpieces. This season's four runs over fences were not inspiring; cheekpieces latest, now blinkers.
9	9 (9) (15/2 -7%) Joe Cotton	7.5 15/2(-7%)	(9) Joe Cotton 15/2, Made a winning debut over fences at Exeter (19.2f) this time last year and proving consistent this season despite typically not having much to offer at the business end when third back at Exeter (19.2f) 21 days ago. Application of the blinkers look well worth a try. It's easy to see him on the premises if first-time blinkers don't have an adverse effect.
11	11 (11) (11/1 +8%) Hatos	11 11/1(+8%)	(11) Hatos 11/1, Back-to-back winner of 2m handicaps for Anthony Honeyball last season. Best effort for new yard when third at Wincanton (15.7f) in November but hasn't looked at the top of his game since, no sharper for refitting of blinkers when fourth at Exeter (19.2f) 3 weeks ago. Made the frame on all five starts this season but soundly beaten last two; tongue-tie off.
2	2 (2) (11/1 -38%) Next Left	11 11/1(-38%)	(2) Next Left 11/1, Took well to fences in the first half of this season, winning (over 20f) at Warwick and Worcester. Operating below best in 2 starts following a winter break but return to a sounder surface is a likely plus with cheekpieces on 1st time. Better showing anticipated. Did well last spring/autumn; beaten 20l on his last two starts; wears headgear first time.
12	12 (12) (14/1 +44%) Valirann Gold	14 14/1(+44%)	(12) Valirann Gold 14/1, C&D winner last winter who posted his best effort for a while when runner-up at Exeter (17.5f, heavy) in January. Not discredited in finishing midfield in pair of handicaps since but this no easy assignment again operating from out of the weights. Form is up and down; one win (here last February) in last 20 starts; 4lb out of handicap.
5	5 (5) (14/1 -133%) Zestful Hope	14 14/1(-133%)	(5) Zestful Hope 14/1, Fair handicap hurdler/chaser who recorded a first success in this sphere in 6-runner handicap at Hereford (19f) 33 days ago, keeping on gamely having never been too far away from a strong gallop. Possibilities again with a repeat from 5 lb higher mark. No win away from Hereford but the 5lb rise since winning last time does not rule him out.
7	7 (7) (16/1 -14%) Fame And Fun	16 16/1(-14%)	(7) Fame And Fun 16/1, Revived by a return to positive tactics/refitting of cheekpieces when running out a wide-margin winner here (21.6f, heavy) in January. Jumping let him down over hurdles next time but back on track when third over fences at Ffos Las (19.4f) 4 weeks ago. This a deeper affair, though. Won easily here (2m6f, heavy) in January and he did win on good ground one year ago.
8	8 (8) (20/1 -43%) Call Off The Dogs	20 20/1(-43%)	(8) Call Off The Dogs 20/1, Regular here who added another C&D success to his tally (third course victory) in September. Found run of good form coming to a halt next 2 starts, a mixed round of jumping not helping his cause at Wincanton (15.7f) in November. Absent since. Good record here; off since November but he's still one to note with ground to suit.
6	6 (6) (28/1 -133%) Koenigsstern	28 28/1(-133%)	(6) Koenigsstern 28/1, Dual winning pointer who opened his chase account at the third attempt here (17.7f) on Boxing Day. However, not got close to replicating that performance in 2 subsequent runs. 2m2f win here in December; not so good next time and tailed off in cheekpieces latest.

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Turned out again relatively quickly after a taking success over shorter here recently, DIPLOMATIC ASH is likely to relish going back up in trip and can land the hat-trick under a 7lb penalty. That may be at the main expense of Good Friday Fairy, who has been raised 6lb for his most recent success at Taunton. Hereford winner Zestful Hope is another to consider, along with the consistent Joe Cotton.

GOOD FRIDAY FAIRY has been resurgent since the cheekpieces went on, supplementing his easy Wincanton victory with another emphatic success at Taunton 4 weeks ago. He gets the narrow vote to bring up the hat-trick in this sort of form. Royal Mer and Diplomatic Ash are others to consider, whilst Next Left isn't one to write off from an easing mark.

Hat-trick seekers Diplomatic Ash and Good Friday Fairy have to be shortlisted but slight preference is for CALL OFF THE DOGS.

15:57 Lingfield Handicap (Class 6) 5f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 (1) (7/4 +42%) Midnightattheoasis	1.75 7/4(+42%)	(1) Midnightattheoasis 7/4, Didn't need to improve to win 11-runner handicap at Newcastle (5f, 16/5) 3 days ago by neck from Pop Dancer. Good chance under penalty in hat-trick bid. Chasing a quick hat-trick and this could be run to suit him; leading claims.
3	3 (3) (7/2 -17%) Pop Dancer	3.5 7/2(-17%)	(3) Pop Dancer 7/2, C&D winner. Seventeen runs since last win in 2023. 9/2, good neck second of 11 to Midnightattheoasis in handicap at Newcastle (5f) 3 days ago. Good shout. Dangerous mark and ran well at Newcastle on Tuesday; other pace to deal with this time.
4	4 (4) (11/2 +50%) Forest Gunner	5.5 11/2(+50%)	(4) Forest Gunner 11/2, Lightly-raced maiden. Seventh of 8 in handicap (5/1) at Chelmsford City (5f) 29 days ago. Others more persuasive. No real impact in either handicap start; down in weights but others look safer.
5	5 (5) (7/1 -40%) Rebel Star	7 7/1(-40%)	(5) Rebel Star 7/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 7/2 and visored for 1st time, second of 4 in handicap at Wolverhampton (5.1f) 10 days ago, caught 3-wide around the turn despite there only being 4 runners and then still looking rough around the edges once hitting the front. Sure to be winning races soon. Good 2nd on recent handicap debut; still low mileage but perhaps not straightforward.
6	6 (6) (7/1 +13%) Lion Ring	7 7/1(+13%)	(6) Lion Ring 7/1, C&D winner. Four wins from 19 runs last year. 17/2, creditable third of 10 in handicap at Chelmsford City (6f) 20 days ago. Four wins last autumn, including C&D; solid run latest but other pace to deal with today.
7	7 (7) (14/1 -17%) Unavailable	14 14/1(-17%)	(7) Unavailable 14/1, C&D winner. Three wins from 13 runs last year. Latest win here in December. 12/1, sixth of 7 in handicap at this C&D (AW) 23 days ago. Blinkers on 1st time. 6f win here in December; struggled in Class 5 here latest; new accessories today.
2	2 (2) (14/1 +22%) Dream By Day	14 14/1(+22%)	(2) Dream By Day 14/1, Sixth of 8 in handicap at Chelmsford City (5f, 14/1) 29 days ago. Regressive this winter but this might be run to suit and he's dropped down the weights.
8	8 (8) (22/1 -144%) Suanni	22 22/1(-144%)	(8) Suanni 22/1, C&D winner. Eleven runs since last win in 2024. Good third of 10 in minor event at Wolverhampton (5.1f, 12/1) 11 days ago. Two good runs at Wolverhampton the last twice; another big run expected from a handy draw.
9	9 (9) (25/1 -39%) Battle Point	25 25/1(-39%)	(9) Battle Point 25/1, One win (over C&D) from 33 Flat runs. 15/2, bit below form sixth of 10 in minor event at Wolverhampton (5.1f) 31 days ago, left poorly placed. Poor strike-rate and held in classified events so far this year; others appeal more.

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MIDNIGHTATTHEOASIS has benefited from a drop to 5f on his last couple of starts including at Newcastle on Tuesday when just getting the better of Pop Dancer. Despite a 5lb swing with Tony Carroll's gelding due to a penalty, the five-year-old should still be a tough nut to crack. Rebel Star finished runner-up on her handicap bow at Wolverhampton and commands the utmost respect.

REBEL STAR was perhaps unlucky not to win at Wolverhampton last week and is fancied to see off Tuesday's Newcastle 1-2 Midnightattheoasis and Pop Dancer and open her account.

Low-grade fare but some fast horses on show and this could be set up perfectly for the hat-trick seeking MIDNIGHTATHEOASIS.

16:07 Wetherby Handicap Chase (Class 4) 24f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
7	7 (7) (15/8 +17%) Heroique De Maulde	1.875 15/8(+17%)	(7) Heroique De Maulde 15/8, Won twice over fences in France and off the mark on this side of the Channel for James Ewart at Doncaster in February 2023. No show first 3 starts of this season following a lengthy absence but firmly back on track when finding just one too good at Newcastle (23.4f, good) and he's a key player. Back to form with close second at Newcastle (middle leg of a hat-trick for the winner).
1	1 (1) (5/2 +55%) Realisation	2.5 5/2(+55%)	(1) Realisation 5/2, Winning hurdler who made a promising start over fences when placed at Warwick and Lingfield earlier this term. However, she has failed to build on those efforts the last twice (sketchy round of jumping being a key contributor to her downfall last time) but this step up in trip could be a good move. Below par the last twice but a case can be made on her promising form last autumn.
6	6 (6) (5/1 +33%) Giovanni Change	5 5/1(+33%)	(6) Giovanni Change 5/1, Four-time hurdles winner who has twice finished in the money in 27.6f handicap chases at Market Rasen. However, those creditable placings were both preceded by lesser efforts, commensurate with his hit-and-miss profile. Others make more appeal on balance. Some fair form at Market Rasen among recent starts but this 10yo is on a long losing run.
8	8 (8) (5/1 +44%) Mixedwave	5 5/1(+44%)	(8) Mixedwave 5/1, Bagged a couple of handicap chases at Huntingdon last term but, save for a respectable effort at Doncaster in January, it's been a struggle so far this season. Needs to bounce back. He's below his last winning mark but current campaign has been somewhat underwhelming.
4	4 (4) (15/2 +63%) Court At Slip	7.5 15/2(+63%)	(4) Court At Slip 15/2, Likeable sort who scored 3 times in 2022/23, including over this C&D, and added to his tally on the second of his 3 appearances last season. Pulled up on return at Carlisle but he was returning from a 14-month absence that day and better can be expected here. Runs off last winning mark but pulled up at Carlisle recently when back from long absence.
9	9 (9) (28/1 +58%) Mister Bells	28 28/1(+58%)	(9) Mister Bells 28/1, Now 8 lb lower than for his latest win in a 25f veterans' handicap chase at Catterick last January but he has shown precious little in 4 starts during the present campaign. Now 8lb lower than when winning last January but this 11yo has struggled this season.

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It remains to be seen as to whether this is HEROIQUE DE MAULDE's optimum trip, but he struck the woodwork over an extended 2m7f at Newcastle earlier this month, and that form has worked out well. He's officially 2lb well in today and, if finding any further improvement, might be tough to beat. Fete Champetre was in front when falling two from home at Ayr three weeks ago and must enter calculations raised 2lb in the handicap, while Roger Rarebit should not be overlooked.

HEROIQUE DE MAULDE was heavily backed and duly returned to form when runner-up at Newcastle earlier this month, form which was given a boost when the winner went on to complete the hat-trick at Sedgefield last week. The 8-y-o remains on a good mark and will likely prove a tough nut to crack here. It's not hard to envisage Court At Slip showing himself in a far better light than at Carlisle where he was returning from a lengthy absence and he is second choice ahead of Realisation.

The 10yo FETE CHAMPETRE was in front when falling two out at Ayr three weeks ago and is the selection ahead of Roger Rarebit.

16:20 Fontwell Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 22f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
2	2 (2) (6/4 +25%) Tommy The Tank	1.5 6/4(+25%)	(2) Tommy The Tank 6/4, Point winner who didn't need to improve to get off the mark over hurdles in 7-runner maiden (25.5f) at Hereford 6 weeks ago, making all. Should be competitive under a penalty. Easy odds-on winner last time (3m2f); perhaps more a staying prospect but he's promising.
3	3 (3) (6/4 +14%) Authentic Legacy	1.5 6/4(+14%)	(3) Authentic Legacy 6/4, Confirmed previous promise when off the mark in 6-runner handicap at Newbury (16.3f, soft) 27 days ago, travelling strongly. Bred to be suited by the step up in trip and looks difficult to oppose. Off the mark in 2m handicap at Newbury latest; penultimate start makes this trip a worry.
1	1 (1) (3/1 -20%) Elysian Knight	3 3/1(-20%)	(1) Elysian Knight 3/1, Left hurdle debut behind when springing a 40/1 surprise in a Ffos Las maiden in January. Shaped well in a race which tested speed more than stamina at Fakenham next time prior to finding the EBF Final too competitive. This is more suitable and no surprise were he to bounce back. Pulled up when 14-1 in the EBF Final at Sandown three weeks ago but could bounce back.
4	4 (4) (25/1 -178%) Doctor Midas	25 25/1(-178%)	(4) Doctor Midas 25/1, Below expectations on sole outing in bumpers but improved on hurdling debut form when second in 7-runner maiden at Ludlow (23.8f, good to soft) last month, staying on having been hampered 3 out. This demands another step forward for new yard. Three starts for Nicky Henderson, second to an impressive winner in a 3m maiden at Ludlow.
5	5 (5) (200/1 -33%) Fox Cottage	200 200/1(-33%)	(5) Fox Cottage 200/1, Hinted at ability on sole outing in bumpers but went with no promise on Plumpton hurdle debut. Upped markedly in trip. Beaten about 40l on soft in a bumper here (8-1) and 2m maiden hurdle at Plumpton (150-1).

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TOMMY THE TANK could not have done it any easier when scoring over further at Hereford last month, and the fact he was second here last October is another plus. Authentic Legacy got off the mark with a taking performance at Newbury earlier in the month and stepping back up in trip may not inconvenience the son of Authorized. A winner at Ffos Las in January, Elysian Knight cannot be ruled out either.

AUTHENTIC LEGACY is bred to be suited by the step up in trip, so is taken to follow up his decisive win at Newbury at the beginning of the month. Elysian Knight is expected to bounce back from a poor showing in the EBF Final and rates the main threat ahead of Tommy The Tank.

The shorter trip for TOMMY THE TANK is a worry but he probably has sufficient potential to take care of this field nevertheless.

16:32 Lingfield Handicap (Class 5) 5f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
2	2 (2) (11/4 +50%) Horus	2.75 11/4(+50%)	(2) Horus 11/4, Off the mark over 6f here in December before a good second at Southwell (6f) a month later. Not seen to very best effect more recently, wider than ideal when tenth of 12 in handicap at Kempton (6f, 18/1) 23 days ago. Not discounted. 6f win here in December was followed by two solid efforts; progress halted the last twice.
4	4 (4) (3/1 +40%) Bow Street	3 3/1(+40%)	(4) Bow Street 3/1, Winner at Newcastle in November. 16/1, may have needed the run after 12 weeks off when fifth of 10 in handicap at Southwell (6.1f) 41 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Makes polytrack debut. 6f win in November; satisfactory return at Southwell last month; needs more back at 5f.
1	1 (1) (9/2 +25%) Solar Edge	4.5 9/2(+25%)	(1) Solar Edge 9/2, Much improved after 12 weeks off/gelded when doubling career tally in 10-runner C&D handicap in December. Easy to back and well below that level when ninth of 12 in nursery at Southwell (5f) later that month but bounce back not ruled out returning from 105 days off. Two 5f nursery wins last year, including here; could yet rate higher as a 3yo.
9	9 (9) (13/2 +35%) Toolatetonegotiate	6.5 13/2(+35%)	(9) Toolatetonegotiate 13/2, Havana Grey filly who remains a maiden following 9 starts but gave her running once more when 1¾ lengths fourth of 9 to Commendation in handicap at this C&D (AW, 6/1) 40 days ago. Definite claims of being involved again. Running creditably in minor AW handicaps this winter; minor money perhaps her best hope.
3	3 (3) (7/1 -8%) Commendation	7 7/1(-8%)	(3) Commendation 7/1, C&D winner. Winner here in February. Creditable fourth of 8 in handicap (22/1) at this course (6f, AW) 4 days ago, never nearer. Will need things to drop just right given her run style but she's still lightly-raced at the minimum trip. Made a winning stable debut over C&D last month; no progress in two runs since.
7	7 (7) (8/1 -23%) Natsumi	8 8/1(-23%)	(7) Natsumi 8/1, Improver switched to handicaps/equipped with a tongue strap, off the mark at Chelmsford (5f) in November before a good second behind Solar Edge over C&D a month later. Not at best at Southwell later that month but given a break and bounce back anticipated. 5f win at Chelmsford in November before a C&D second to Solar Edge; below par last time.
5	5 (5) (16/1 +20%) Over Spiced	16 16/1(+20%)	(5) Over Spiced 16/1, Fair filly who landed a Leicester maiden (5f) for Tom Clover last spring. No significant impact on AW for present yard but mark is easing and not seen to best effect when fifth of 7 in handicap at Chelmsford City (5f) 20 days ago, caught wider than ideal. Does need to settle better, however. Bright start for this yard but her form has cooled more recently; others are stronger.
8	8 (8) (28/1 -12%) Kodibeat	28 28/1(-12%)	(8) Kodibeat 28/1, Debut winner at Kempton (5f) last spring for Paul & Oliver Cole but failed to progress thereafter, including in trio of handicaps for Lawrence Mullaney. Visor fitted starting out for new yard back from 5 months off. Poor form for L Mullaney last autumn but tumbled down weights; new yard try a visor.

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BOW STREET appeared to need his return to action when fifth at Southwell last month and the drop back a furlong is unlikely to inconvenience him in a bid for a second career victory. Toolatetonegotiate is expected to be in the mix after a string of consistent efforts during the winter months, while others to note include Early Release and Natsumi.

A competitive 3-y-o handicap with a chance taken on HORUS. A winner over 6f here in December, he hasn't been seen to very best effect in recent starts and, re-united with Sean Levey, he could represent a spot of value from a handy draw. His stablemate and C&D winner Commendation needs things to fall right but commands a second look. Early Release and Natsumi are others in with a shout, too.

Top-weight SOLAR EDGE looked good over C&D in December and he can uphold the placings with Natsumi.

16:40 Southwell Handicap (Class 6) 5f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 (1) (11/8 -10%) Popular Dream	1.375 11/8(-10%)	(1) Popular Dream 11/8, C&D winner. Latest win here in January. Well-backed when creditable third of 9 in handicap at this C&D 7 days ago having encountered trouble in running. Leading player. In-form contender who has a respectable C&D record; very solid claims.
4	4 (4) (11/2 -57%) Nelson Gay	5.5 11/2(-57%)	(4) Nelson Gay 11/2, Improved on recent efforts to win 9-runner handicap at this C&D (8/1) 17 days ago. Should remain competitive from 3 lb higher. Won in higher grade last time, taking Southwell record to 3-4; player.
6	6 (6) (13/2 -18%) Blue Force	6.5 13/2(-18%)	(6) Blue Force 13/2, Son of Blue Point delivered a career best when winning 11-runner handicap at Newcastle (5f) back in November. Should give another good account if ready to roll after an absence. Record of 21321 in AW handicaps; looks open to further progress.
3	3 (3) (7/1 +42%) Havechatma	7 7/1(+42%)	(3) Havechatma 7/1, Fine course record and posted a career-best when taking 8-runner handicap here (5f) under this rider in January. Not in same form at Lingfield next time, having been easy to back. May well bounce back returned to this track. Successful over C&D in last three Class 6 attempts; warrants respect.
9	9 (9) (17/2 +47%) Jeans Maite	8.5 17/2(+47%)	(9) Jeans Maite 17/2, 5-time C&D winner could only manage to finish 4 lengths eighth of 9 to Nelson Gay in handicap at this C&D (8/1) 17 days ago. Seems to be in a lull at present. Five-time course winner who is well handicapped on best form.
8	8 (8) (12/1 +40%) Classy Clarets	12 12/1(+40%)	(8) Classy Clarets 12/1, Winner at Wolverhampton in December. No obvious excuses when seventh of 9 in handicap (22/1) at this course (6.1f) 13 days ago. Drops in trip and needs to bounce back. Gained sole success in most recent Class 6 attempt (December).
5	5 (5) (20/1 +9%) Betweenthesticks	20 20/1(+9%)	(5) Betweenthesticks 20/1, Latest win at Wolverhampton in October. 14/1 and likely needed the run after 5 months off/wind surgery when seventh of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (5.1f) 17 days ago. Needs to step forward from that. Record of 1-5 for new yard, the win at Wolverhampton in October.
10	10 (10) (22/1 -38%) Piloto Pardo	22 22/1(-38%)	(10) Piloto Pardo 22/1, No sign of return to form when hooded for first time, eighth of 10 in handicap (18/1) at Wolverhampton (7.2f) 16 days ago. Blinkers on first time for return to 5f and has questions to answer now. Chance partly depends on how well he responds to blinkers.
2	2 (2) (25/1 -14%) Hint Of The Jungle	25 25/1(-14%)	(2) Hint Of The Jungle 25/1, Lost his way for Ed Dunlop last year 12/1, last of 6 in handicap at Wolverhampton (5.1f) on final run for that yard. Makes stable debut with hood/tongue-tie fitted and is one to note in the betting. Form dipped last year; market instructive on debut for new stable.
7	7 (7) (25/1 +11%) Let's Go Hugo	25 25/1(+11%)	(7) Let's Go Hugo 25/1, Below form when last seen in November, ninth of 10 in handicap (9/1) at Newcastle (5f). Mark is dropping but still has a bit to prove on reappearance. Two-time AW scorer who starts his 2025 campaign on a workable mark.
11	11 (11) (50/1 -25%) Sassy Redhead	50 50/1(-25%)	(11) Sassy Redhead 50/1, Step back in the right direction penultimate run but blew her chance at the start when last of 8 in handicap at Chelmsford City (5f) 29 days ago. Not one to hang your hat on. Weak claims on recent 5f form; all wins remain at 6f.

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NELSON GAY has been such a grand servant over the years and proved he retains plenty of enthusiasm for the game by registering two wins in 2025 already. Both have come over C&D and a 3lb rise for the most recent shouldn't inconvenience him too much. Popular Dream was just over a length behind him in third when meeting trouble and is 3lb better off after occupying the same position here subsequently. Blue Force was a model of consistency on the all-weather in the second half of last season and has to be feared on his return.

Having finished third in a better race a week ago, POPULAR DREAM makes plenty of appeal back down in grade. Last-time out winner Nelson Gay should give another good account from a 2 lb higher mark. while Blue Force would be feared if ready to roll after an absence.

The verdict comprises NELSON GAY (narrowly preferred) and Havechatma who have a combined record of 7-10 at this venue.

16:45 Wetherby Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 24f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
6	6 (6) (2/1 +50%) Aazza	2 2/1(+50%)	(6) Aazza 2/1, Dual hurdles winner for Rose Dobbin and seems to be running into form over hurdles for new connections, ran as well as she has this season when second over C&D 10 days ago, following an 8-week break. Should go well again providing this doesn't come too soon. Runner-up over C&D ten days ago off this career-low mark; in the mix.
4	4 (4) (10/3 +72%) Snowrocco	3.333333 10/3(+72%)	(4) Snowrocco 10/3, Placed in an Irish point and back to form when fourth of 18 in a handicap at Ayr (20.4f) in January. Some mitigation for disappointing effort on first try over 3m having been kicked at the start here in January. Tongue-tie on and not totally dismissed if staying this longer trip. Fair fourth on second handicap start and kicked at the start when well beaten last time.
8	8 (8) (5/1 +55%) Myfavouritesister	5 5/1(+55%)	(8) Myfavouritesister 5/1, Little form in bumpers and made no impact in qualifying runs, again disappointing in a first-time hood when well-held in a Catterick (19.3f) novice back in December. Steps up in trip for handicap debut (bred to stay this far) and one to note in the betting racing off a lowly opening mark. Close relation to classy staying chaser The Real Whacker; could improve now up in trip.
2	2 (2) (6/1 +45%) Ballin Bay	6 6/1(+45%)	(2) Ballin Bay 6/1, Improved when making a winning reappearance in a handicap hurdle at Kelso (22.7f, heavy) last season but has failed to fire since, including on second start over fences (after 6 months off) when fourth of 7 at Sedgefield (26.3f) in December. Needs to bounce back on hurdles return/stable debut. Won over hurdles for Pauline Robson; not ruled out on first run for Rebecca Menzies.
1	1 (1) (6/1 +63%) Marmalade Time	6 6/1(+63%)	(1) Marmalade Time 6/1, Improved in novice hurdles, winning at Doncaster (19.5f, heavy) last March. Lost form subsequently and offered little on reappearance at Exeter before showing only minor promise at Hereford (21.7f) last month. Questions to answer at present. Won a novice hurdle at Doncaster last March but has struggled in handicaps since.
7	7 (7) (14/1 +65%) Balkotic	14 14/1(+65%)	(7) Balkotic 14/1, On a losing run stretching back to 2022. Well below form over the autumn and fared little better on return after 3 months off when last in a 3-runner event at Catterick (25.3f) earlier this month. Difficult to fancy on recent evidence. Reduced mark appeals on form as recent as last June but he's struggled on his 5 runs since.
9	9 (9) (20/1 +70%) On We Go	20 20/1(+70%)	(9) On We Go 20/1, Veteran has largely struggled since landing a 3m Ayr handicap 2 years ago, showing little promise in three starts this season and has now undergone wind surgery. Best to look elsewhere. 12yo who has struggled this season; hopes pinned on wind op prompting a dramatic revival.

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HENRYSBROTHERJACK got back on track with a decisive success at Bangor last time out and a subsequent 6lb rise might not be enough to stop the low-mileage six-year-old from going in again. Glory Hights went down narrowly at Ayr recently and is unlikely to be far away once again along with Aazza, who also struck the woodwork on her latest outing, which came over this C&D.

A 2 lb rise may not be enough to stop the consistent GLORY HIGHTS who can make amends for a narrow defeat at Ayr earlier this month. Aazza was runner-up at this venue 10 days ago and can go well again racing off the same mark, while last-time out winner Henrysbrotherjack is relatively unexposed and may still be improving.

The mare MYFAVOURITESISTER is a close relation to star stablemate The Real Whacker and could relish the step up in trip on h'cap debut.

16:55 Fontwell Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 18f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
8	8 (8) (7/4 +50%) Ugo Bingo	1.75 7/4(+50%)	(8) Ugo Bingo 7/4, Improved to get off the mark over hurdles in a 19f Taunton handicap in November and followed up on his next completed start at Wincanton. Ran at least as well in defeat back at aforementioned track last time and remains of interest on first start for a new yard (formerly with Anthony Charlton). On the up on good to soft for A Charlton; more to give for new yard if the ground is okay.
2	2 (2) (4/1 +0%) Ilitch	4 4/1(+0%)	(2) Ilitch 4/1, Showed improved form making handicap debut on the back of a breathing operation when second of 7 at Warwick (16f, good to soft, 9/1) 19 days ago, barely adequate test. Must enter calculations with return to further sure to suit. First start since wind surgery when good 2nd of seven off this mark at Warwick (2m, good).
4	4 (4) (11/2 +15%) Call To Duty	5.5 11/2(+15%)	(4) Call To Duty 11/2, Showed clear promise in maiden/novice hurdles but disappointed on second handicap start when pulled up at Taunton in November. Has since had a breathing operation. Pulled up in a 2m3f handicap in November when last seen; given wind surgery soon after.
3	3 (3) (13/2 -86%) Copper Cove	6.5 13/2(-86%)	(3) Copper Cove 13/2, C&D winner who confirmed himself back in better form when third of 10 in handicap hurdle at this course (19.1f, good to soft) 22 days ago. Looks one to be interested in again. Step back in right direction here latest, despite looking stretched by the extended 2m3f.
6	6 (6) (17/2 +39%) Calshot Spit	8.5 17/2(+39%)	(6) Calshot Spit 17/2, Successful twice on the Flat in summer and also landed C&D handicap in September. Recorded a solid third of 6 back here in November but ran poorly at Windsor since. C&D winner; not seen since December but he's one to consider if okay for fitness.
5	5 (5) (11/1 -38%) Sambezi	11 11/1(-38%)	(5) Sambezi 11/1, C&D winner who made it back-to-back tame finishes at Stratford (18.7f) 18 days ago. Has eased a little further in the weights but has enough to prove. Three wins (from 24 starts) over hurdles, the latest in May 2023; another career-low mark.
9	9 (9) (18/1 -125%) Roi De Baviere	18 18/1(-125%)	(9) Roi De Baviere 18/1, Modest maiden on the Flat who failed to match previous form over hurdles in a first-time tongue strap when only sixth of 8 on handicap debut last month. Improvement needed. Needs to bounce back from heavy defeat when tongue tied for h'cap hurdle debut (2m, heavy).
7	7 (7) (28/1 -40%) Soigneux Bell	28 28/1(-40%)	(7) Soigneux Bell 28/1, Flat winner in France who readily landed juvenile hurdle over C&D in December 2023. However, has gone backwards in 3 subsequent outings and hopes pinned on first-time blinkers sparking a rival. Went down by more than 40l in his two handicaps this season; headgear change today.
1	1 (1) (40/1 -100%) Lord Maher	40 40/1(-100%)	(1) Lord Maher 40/1, Made a winning hurdling debut at Roscommon in June but below that level both outings for present yard and has been handed a stiff-looking mark. Won Irish maiden on rules debut last June; soundly beaten both British starts; h'cap debut.
10	10 (10) (40/1 -100%) I Love You Sivola	40 40/1(-100%)	(10) I Love You Sivola 40/1, Twenty one runs since last win in 2022 and was pulled up in handicap chase at Exeter (19.2f, good to soft) on most recent outing. Lots to prove back over hurdles in a first-time visor. First hurdle race since 2023; visor is a new form of headgear; 6lb out of the handicap.

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A major improver on his handicap debut after wind surgery when second at Warwick earlier in the month, ILITCH has the potential to progress further. Going up in trip looks like a good move and the seven-year-old is preferred to Copper Cove, who bounced back to form with a promising placed effort over 2m3f here latest. Roi De Baviere and Ugo Bingo are capable of being in the shake-up as well.

The vote goes to COPPER COVE, who is down to a good mark and confirmed himself back in better form when third at this venue earlier in the month. Ilitch and Ugo Bingo head up the opposition in a race that's likely to prove solid form for the grade.

Joe Tizzard has inherited an improving sort in UGO BINGO (nap) and the 6yo can now make it three wins from his last five starts.

17:07 Lingfield Handicap (Class 6) 6f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 (1) (11/10 +60%) Combustion	1.1 11/10(+60%)	(1) Combustion 11/10, Offered little in novice/maidens but progressive in classified contests since the turn of the year, best effort yet when bringing up the hat-trick at Chelmsford (6f) 5 weeks ago, by 1¾ lengths from Agent Mayfair. No surprise to see him highly competitive again on handicap debut. 3-3 since dropped to 6f; this demands further progress but it could be forthcoming.
3	3 (3) (4/1 +33%) Piperstown	4 4/1(+33%)	(3) Piperstown 4/1, Brought up a quick-fire hat-trick at Wolverhampton in February and not far off his best when respectable fifth of 9 in handicap back at that venue (6.1f) 16 days ago. Not out of things re-united with Rossa Ryan. Four wins since December, including both times he's been ridden by Rossa Ryan; contender.
5	5 (5) (15/2 -25%) Agent Mayfair	7.5 15/2(-25%)	(5) Agent Mayfair 15/2, Winner at Southwell in February. Good 1¾ lengths second of 11 to Combustion in minor event (15/2) at Chelmsford City (6f) 34 days ago, headed final 1f and no extra. Can make his presence felt again from a handy draw. Comes here in good form but not sure to reverse latest placings with Combustion.
2	2 (2) (17/2 -6%) Silky Robin	8.5 17/2(-6%)	(2) Silky Robin 17/2, Found only one too good in 6f handicaps at Chelmsford/Wolverhampton earlier this year before a poor effort when ninth of 10 in handicap at Chelmsford City (6f) 20 days ago. Drawn wider than ideal on this occasion. 15-race maiden but he'd been threatening prior to a poor run latest; drawn widest.
9	9 (9) (11/1 +21%) Lilkian	11 11/1(+21%)	(9) Lilkian 11/1, 4-time C&D winner. Twenty three runs since last win in 2023. Seventh of 11 in minor event (11/2) at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 13 days ago, merely plugging on. Not taken lightly. Near miss over C&D in January but he hasn't kicked on since.
8	8 (8) (16/1 -129%) Miss Moonshine	16 16/1(-129%)	(8) Miss Moonshine 16/1, C&D winner. Eleven runs since last win in 2024. 12/1, creditable third of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 16 days ago, keeping on. Cheekpieces on 1st time and possibilities again under Hollie Doyle. Conditions to suit & placed all 4 times Hollie Doyle has ridden her; now gets cheekpieces.
7	7 (7) (25/1 -79%) Lynwood Lad	25 25/1(-79%)	(7) Lynwood Lad 25/1, Latest win at Wolverhampton in March. Sixth of 9 in minor event back at that venue (7.2f, 5/2) 17 days ago, racing freely and weakening final 100 yds. Not discounted returned to handicaps. Latest 7f run excusable; earlier Wolverhampton win brings him into the reckoning.
4	4 (4) (25/1 -56%) Mehmo	25 25/1(-56%)	(4) Mehmo 25/1, Stepped up a little with each start for present stable, good fourth of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 16 days ago, keeping on when short of room final 100 yds and unlucky not to finish closer. Each-way claims again kept to this trip. Solid efforts the last twice but he needs more to overcome a wide draw.
10	10 (10) (28/1 -40%) Don't Fight It	28 28/1(-40%)	(10) Don't Fight It 28/1, Thirteen runs since last win in 2022 but did show benefit of a recent run when creditable fourth of 9 in handicap (18/1) at Kempton (6f) 37 days ago, no extra final 1f. Each-way claims. Conditions no problem and she holds each-way claims if taking her chance.
6	6 (6) (33/1 -136%) Colorada Dancer	33 33/1(-136%)	(6) Colorada Dancer 33/1, Returned to form under a change of tactics when third at Kempton (7f) in February but faced competition upfront and ran poorly when last of 10 in handicap at Chelmsford City (7f, 18/1) 20 days ago. Reverts to sprinting now. Placed over 7f last month but well held either side of it; new trip today.
11	11 (11) (40/1 -21%) Barnsnape Boy	40 40/1(-21%)	(11) Barnsnape Boy 40/1, Maiden who fared better than previously this year from a less-than-ideal track position when fourth of 9 in minor event (16/1) at this course (7f, AW) 63 days ago. However, more needed if he's to feature back in handicap company. 0-11 and although he has hinted at ability, others look safer for win purposes.

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Combustion has to be of interest following a hat-trick in recent months but the switch to handicap company demands more from him. As a result, preference is for DON'T FIGHT IT, who was only beaten a length when fourth off this mark at Kempton last time. Miss Moonshine edges out Lynwood Lad and Agent Mayfair to be best of the rest.

COMBUSTION has been in fine form at a lower level, posting his best effort yet when bringing up the hat-trick over this trip at Chelmsford 5 weeks ago. He rates a big player from this sort of mark on handicap debut and can get the 4-timer up. Miss Moonshine, Agent Mayfair and Piperstown are others fancied to be thereabouts.

Progressive sorts are thin on the ground but COMBUSTION and Piperstown are notable exceptions.

17:15 Southwell Handicap (Class 4) 16f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
2	2 (2) (13/8 +73%) Charging Thunder	1.625 13/8(+73%)	(2) Charging Thunder 13/8, Shaped well from what had appeared to be a fairly stiff opening mark when fourth of 8 in handicap hurdle at Doncaster (19.4f, good to soft, 9/1) back in December. Fairly useful in this sphere, won on yard debut at Yarmouth in September. Considered back from a break. Won at Yarmouth on debut for new yard and is 2-3 over hurdles since; one to consider.
6	6 (6) (7/2 -75%) Wonder	3.5 7/2(-75%)	(6) Wonder 7/2, 11/10, didn't need to match the form he'd shown on recent starts when winning 3-runner handicap over C&D 24 days ago. Has to be taken seriously from an unchanged mark. C&D success two weeks ago took his AW record to 14231; respected off unaltered mark.
8	8 (8) (9/2 -29%) Further Measure	4.5 9/2(-29%)	(8) Further Measure 9/2, 2/1, made it 5 wins from his last 6 starts in 10-runner handicap at this course (14.1f) 17 days ago, nudged out and always holding on. Remains of plenty of interest despite a further 4 lb rise. Record of 5-6 this year includes three wins at Southwell; 3-3 under Sean Dylan Bowen.
3	3 (3) (6/1 +14%) Circuit Breaker	6 6/1(+14%)	(3) Circuit Breaker 6/1, 11/2, below form in a steadily-run affair back down in trip when last of 5 in handicap at Wolverhampton (14f) just under 2 weeks ago. Not out of things back at this distance. Hindered by steady pace last time; solid record otherwise on AW; place possibilities.
5	5 (5) (11/1 -29%) Pergamon	11 11/1(-29%)	(5) Pergamon 11/1, Built on previous promise when winning maiden at Dieppe (by neck from Manigod) on last of 3 starts in 2024, then left A. Fabre 22,000 gns. Has been gelded/had a breathing operation now returning from 8 months off and the market should be a good indicator on handicap debut. Produced form figures of 321 in France; still unexposed; interesting on British debut.
7	7 (7) (12/1 -50%) The Craftymaster	12 12/1(-50%)	(7) The Craftymaster 12/1, C&D winner. Six wins from 11 runs last year. Quickly back to form when second of 6 in handicap at Newcastle (16.2f, 11/1) 16 days ago, clear of rest. Cheekpieces back on. Prolific around this time last year so warrants considerable respect. 0-10 since his productive spell but went close at Newcastle last time; in the mix.
1	1 (1) (20/1 -82%) Maghlaak	20 20/1(-82%)	(1) Maghlaak 20/1, Dual winner over hurdles since last seen on the Flat, finding his run of good form coming to a halt when fourth of 7 in handicap hurdle (15/2) at Kelso (16.2f, soft) 6 weeks ago. Makes tapeta debut and cheekpieces on for 1st time in this sphere. Returns to Flat from hurdles; something to prove in first 2m attempt under this code.
4	4 (4) (28/1 -12%) Legendary Day	28 28/1(-12%)	(4) Legendary Day 28/1, Caused a 66/1 shock at Lingfield in February. 16/1, not in same form when well-beaten seventh of 9 in handicap at this C&D just under 5 weeks ago. Percentage call is to look elsewhere. Well held here last month, failing to back up the form of his 66-1 win at Lingfield.

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Jennie Candlish may have got a bargain in the ex-Juddmonte Frankel gelding Pergamon, who showed plenty of ability when with Andre Fabre. He is a fascinating contender but it is hard not to stick with FURTHER MEASURE, who has won five of his six races in 2025 and looks ready for the rise in class. Wonder probably didn't have much to beat over C&D, but he got the job done and has more to offer now his stamina is proven. Charging Thunder is worth a look on his return to the level.

Cases can be made for several, but the suggestion is WONDER, who didn't need to match the form he'd shown on recent starts to double his career tally over C&D earlier this month. From an unchanged mark, he can get the better of The Craftymaster, who was prolific around this time last year and signalled his turn is near last time. Further Measure, who has won 5 of his last 6 starts, completes the shortlist.

Impressive stats earn FURTHER MEASURE the vote ahead of fellow last-time course winner Wonder.

17:20 Wetherby Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 24f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
8	8 (8) (11/8 -65%) Queen Of Steel	1.375 11/8(-65%)	(8) Queen Of Steel 11/8, A maiden under both codes for Mark Usher and despite offering little on debut for Fergal O'Brien, bounced back to form to open her account in first-time cheekpieces at Ffos Las (2½ miles) last week, winning comfortably. Has longer trip to overcome but makes plenty of appeal from the same mark. Easy win at Ffos Las last week; tackles new trip today but escapes a penalty for last time.
2	2 (2) (4/1 +60%) Vengaboy	4 4/1(+60%)	(2) Vengaboy 4/1, Lightly-raced maiden who was let down by jumping when seventh of 14 on handicap debut (28/1) at Fairyhouse in November 2023. Well-held in two starts for this yard, never threatened in first-time cheekpieces at Hexham (23.3f) earlier this month. Needs more. Lightly raced but down the field on both runs this year after missing all of 2024.
5	5 (5) (5/1 +29%) Hawkseye View	5 5/1(+29%)	(5) Hawkseye View 5/1, Point winner has yet to get mark under Rules but has gone close over fences despite proving a less than fluent jumper, again in evidence last time when third of 6 in handicap chase at Newcastle (23.4f). May be suited by a return to smaller obstacles and looks interesting off a falling handicap mark. 0-14 but in fair form in chases despite jumping lacking fluency; could be firmly involved.
4	4 (4) (7/1 +30%) Upfordebate	7 7/1(+30%)	(4) Upfordebate 7/1, Off the mark, in first-time tongue strap, when landing 8-runner handicap hurdle at Ayr (20.4f, soft) last month before finding trip and track too sharp at Catterick (19.3f) 31 days ago. Each-way chance with the return to a longer trip likely to prove suitable. Won at Ayr last month; only sixth since but retains potential, especially now up in trip.
6	6 (6) (7/1 +0%) Rumble B	7 7/1(+0%)	(6) Rumble B 7/1, Veteran is proving consistent and ran his best race so far this season when second of 11 in handicap hurdle at Catterick (25.3f, good to soft), seeing out his race well under this conditional jockey. Should give his running again. Back to form when second at Catterick last month and could again be thereabouts.
3	3 (3) (14/1 -65%) Lathan	14 14/1(-65%)	(3) Lathan 14/1, Won a modest Newcastle maiden in November and would have bettered that form (looked set for 2nd) but for falling 2 out at this course just 24 hours later. Pulled up since but back on song after 11 weeks off when fifth at Newcastle (20f) 25 days ago. Place claims up in trip with cheekpieces fitted. Fair fifth at Newcastle this month and open to improvement now up in trip; possible player.
9	9 (9) (16/1 -33%) Prince Nino	16 16/1(-33%)	(9) Prince Nino 16/1, Losing run extends back to September 2023 but has posted a couple of creditable runners-up efforts this season. Bounced back from a disappointing effort when fifth of 8 at Newcastle 13 days ago, travelling more kindly and shaping as though worth another go at this trip. Each-way possibilities. Went close in January but unproven at this longer trip and below par the last twice.
1	1 (1) (50/1 -52%) Chatshow Host	50 50/1(-52%)	(1) Chatshow Host 50/1, Dual Irish point winner was inconsistent over hurdles last season and has made a discouraging start over fences in a couple of starts this season. Now reverts to hurdling following wind surgery and has a bit to prove. Has been out of form but perhaps a wind op will prompt a revival now she's back hurdling.

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The Fergal O'Brien stable can do little wrong at present, and now that the penny has dropped for QUEEN OF STEEL after a taking success in a conditional handicap over shorter at Ffos Las last week, she looks well capable of following up. Placed on each of his previous two outings over further, Rumble B can follow her home, along with Hawkseye View, who could be interesting on his return to the smaller obstacles.

QUEEN OF STEEL looks to have been found a good opportunity to follow up last week's win and, still able to race off the same mark (due to go up 7 lb in future), she is worth a go at this longer trip on drying ground. Of the rest, Hawkseye View is feasibly handicapped if getting his jumping together back over smaller obstacles while consistent-veteran Rumble B can hit the frame again.

The mare QUEEN OF STEEL (nap) powered clear for a breakthrough win at Ffos Las last Friday and goes unpenalised today.

17:30 Dundalk Claimer 7f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
6	6 (6) (5/2 +0%) Signor Ferrari	2.5 5/2(+0%)	(6) Signor Ferrari 5/2, Fair gelding. Course winner. Latest win here in February. Seventh of 9 in claimer (6/1) at this course (10.7f) 14 days ago. Significantly back down in trip. Shortlist material. Back-to-back winner over further here earlier in year; may need further than 7f these days.
4	4 (4) (4/1 +43%) Solomon Coop	4 4/1(+43%)	(4) Solomon Coop 4/1, Fair gelding. Course winner. Winner here in February. Respectable fourth of 9 in handicap (10/1) at this C&D 28 days ago, unsuited by drop in trip. Off the mark in 1m maiden here but shaped like he may want further over C&D since.
11	11 (11) (9/2 +63%) Superior Force	4.5 9/2(+63%)	(11) Superior Force 9/2, Fair gelding. Twenty three runs since last win in 2021. Bit below form eighth of 13 in handicap (12/1) at this course (8f) 7 days ago. Both wins on soft but ran well over C&D 2 starts ago; didn't build on that latest.
8	8 (8) (13/2 +19%) Notforalongtime	6.5 13/2(+19%)	(8) Notforalongtime 13/2, Fair gelding. 3-time C&D winner. Latest win here in February. Creditable seventh of 14 in handicap (17/2) at this C&D 21 days ago, doing too much too soon. 3-time C&D winner inc' a h'cap last month but tough ask at these weights.
9	9 (9) (7/1 -75%) Little Keilee	7 7/1(-75%)	(9) Little Keilee 7/1, Fair mare. C&D winner. Latest win here in February. Thirteenth of 18 in handicap (16/1) at the Curragh (8f, soft) 12 days ago. Others more persuasive. C&D winner; latest win at 1m; below form on turf latest but not ruled out back on AW.
3	3 (3) (10/1 -82%) Skontonovski	10 10/1(-82%)	(3) Skontonovski 10/1, Fair gelding. Three wins from 22 runs last year. 11/1, creditable second of 13 in claimer at this C&D, never nearer. Off 114 days. First run for yard after leaving Adrian McGuinness. 7-time course winner; creditable 2nd in C&D claimer when last seen; may need this.
2	2 (2) (10/1 +38%) Roman Harry	10 10/1(+38%)	(2) Roman Harry 10/1, Fair gelding. Winner at Laytown in September. 14/1, first run since leaving Iain Jardine when below form eleventh of 18 in handicap at the Curragh (8f, soft) 12 days ago, never nearer. Difficult ask. Sole win at this trip at Laytown; placed over 1m on AW since but tough ask at the weights.
1	1 (1) (16/1 +20%) El Bello	16 16/1(+20%)	(1) El Bello 16/1, Unreliable individual. 3-time C&D winner. 80/1, eighth of 10 in handicap at this course (8f) 21 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. Seems to have lost his way since May 2024 and hard to fancy off joint-top weight.
5	5 (5) (33/1 +0%) Nika Pika	33 33/1(+0%)	(5) Nika Pika 33/1, Fair filly. One win from 22 Flat runs. Sixteen runs since last win in 2023. Ninth of 13 in handicap at this C&D (66/1) 35 days ago. Hood back on. Losing run goes back to sole win in a turf maiden claimer in 2023; out of form here lately.
7	7 (7) (50/1 -52%) Super Over	50 50/1(-52%)	(7) Super Over 50/1, C&D winner. Fifth of 6 in handicap at Wolverhampton (8.6f, 80/1) 14 days ago, slowly away. C&D winner; last win came over 1m a year ago; struggled in 4 runs for this yard.

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SKONTONOVSKI has plenty going for him on his first start for Ger O'Leary in this optional claimer. A rating of 70 entitles him to plenty of respect and Darragh O'Sullivan claims a handy 7lb off his back. He was last seen finishing a decent second in a C&D claimer in December. This is a drop in trip for Signor Ferrari, but he has winning form over it. Considering he has won two handicaps over further at Dundalk this year, his chance has to be taken seriously. Laura Hourigan has conjured five Dundalk victories from Notforalongtime, who is capable of going well.

Though SIGNOR FERRARI was put in his place both starts over this trip in December, he won well over 7f at Cork last spring and, having weakened out of contention late on in 10.7f contests the last twice, dropping back to this trip may well work in his favour. Little Keilee will be a threat if on-song, while Skontonovski is also shortlisted.

A chance is taken on NEZEEH from the bottom of the weights. He was below form over 6f last time but showed more on his penultimate run

17:37 Lingfield Handicap (Class 4) 7f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
5	5 (5) (3/1 +25%) Rey De La Batalla	3 3/1(+25%)	(5) Rey De La Batalla 3/1, Back on the scoresheet over C&D in February and ran another solid race from 4 lb higher mark when second of 9 in handicap back at this course (1m) 40 days ago, heade final 50 yds. Expected to remain competitive. Won over C&D last month and he went close over 1m here last time; key player.
2	2 (2) (3/1 +33%) Batal Dubai	3 3/1(+33%)	(2) Batal Dubai 3/1, C&D winner. Latest win here in December. 9/2, eighth of 9 in handicap at Kempton (7f) 30 days ago, ridden early in the straight and no impression. Form is proving a little up and down but he remains low-mileage at this trip. C&D win in December but he was laboured at Kempton last time and needs to bounce back.
1	1 (1) (11/2 +15%) Diamondonthehill	5.5 11/2(+15%)	(1) Diamondonthehill 11/2, Twelve runs since last win in 2024. Respectable second of 8 in handicap at Southwell (7.1f, 6/1) 14 days ago. Consistency hard to knock for present stable and he ought to go well again. 7yo who is 0-7 on AW but he's been running well this year; respected.
3	3 (3) (11/2 +15%) Brasil Power	5.5 11/2(+15%)	(3) Brasil Power 11/2, 4-time winner at 7f who wasn't disgraced when fifth of 9 in handicap (9/2) at Kempton (8f) 37 days ago, a stronger gallop likely to have seen him in a better light. Cheekpieces go back on in place of blinkers and he's steadily easing in the weights. Four AW wins over 7f and he could be dangerous dropped back in trip and grade.
6	6 (6) (7/1 -17%) Tadreeb	7 7/1(-17%)	(6) Tadreeb 7/1, Thrived upon joining this yard, completing a C&D hat-trick in January and quickly dispelled a lesser run when second of 13 in handicap at Kempton (8f) 23 days ago, well positioned. A well-run race will help back at 7f. Three C&D wins for new yard and was runner-up at Kempton (1m) latest; shortlisted.
7	7 (7) (9/1 -64%) Intervention	9 9/1(-64%)	(7) Intervention 9/1, C&D winner. Twenty seven runs since last win in 2023. Best effort for a while when creditable third of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f, 13/2) 20 days ago and he's of interest given he lurks on a very handy mark. On dangerous mark and ran well from tough draw at Wolverhampton last time; each-way claims.
4	4 (4) (10/1 -11%) Lerwick	10 10/1(-11%)	(4) Lerwick 10/1, Dual winner on turf who has been holding form well on AW in recent months, weakening only late on when sixth of 9 in handicap at Kempton (7f, 9/2) 30 days ago. Not discounted starting out for new yard. Runner-up on Tapeta in two of his last three runs; could make a bold bid for new yard.
8	8 (8) (50/1 -178%) My Awele	50 50/1(-178%)	(8) My Awele 50/1, Latest win at Southwell in October. Seventh of 9 in handicap back at that venue (6.1f) 28 days ago. Tongue strap on 1st time but she's opposable back up in trip. Both wins at sprint trips and she still has stamina to prove over 7f; down the list.

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In an open event marginal preference is for INTERVENTION, who caught the eye on his return to 7f at Wolverhampton last time. A former C&D winner, Mick Appleby's gelding could take plenty of stopping off a decent mark. Rey De La Batalla scored over this track and trip two starts ago and was only narrowly denied over a mile here last time. With that in mind, he could prove to be the main threat ahead of Diamondonthehill and Tadreeb.

INTERVENTION lines up having turned in his best effort for a while when third at Wolverhampton 3 weeks ago and Mick Appleby's 7-y-o is selected to build on that given he's lurking on a very handy mark judged on all-weather exploits last winter. Rey de La Batalla and Tadreeb are others to consider in a competitive contest.

A competitive race in which the progressive 4yo REY DE LA BATALLA gets the vote ahead of Tadreeb and Brasil Power.

17:45 Southwell Maiden (Class 5) 12f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
7	7 (7) (30/100 +76%) Lady Vivian	0.3 30/100(+76%)	(7) Lady Vivian 30/100, Promising daughter of Camelot who built on her debut when second of 10 in novice (7/4) at this course (11.1f) 28 days ago, needing stiffer test. Holds leading form claims. Improved for step up to 1m3f at Southwell when 2nd to good Godolphin prospect; respected.
5	5 (5) (7/2 +42%) Caspi Star	3.5 7/2(+42%)	(5) Caspi Star 7/2, Twice-raced filly. Last of 7 in novice (8/1) at Beverley (8.4f, good to soft) 6 months ago. Needs to bounce back now significantly up in trip. Showed promise both 2yo starts, looking green each time; may well improve plenty.
6	6 (6) (12/1 -118%) Kintbury	12 12/1(-118%)	(6) Kintbury 12/1, Twice-raced filly, better effort when third of 7 in novice at this course (11.1f, 12/1) 14 days ago. May do better still so she needs considering. Smart middle-distance pedigree; game 3rd upped to 1m3f here recently; competitive.
2	2 (2) (20/1 -67%) Regal River	20 20/1(-67%)	(2) Regal River 20/1, In the frame in a pair of bumpers before coming in third of 11 in maiden (22/1) at Kempton (12f) on Flat debut 23 days ago. Can build on it. Nicely bred; mild bumper promise; pleasing 3rd over 1m4f at Kempton; can improve.
8	8 (8) (50/1 -79%) La Trinite	50 50/1(-79%)	(8) La Trinite 50/1, Twice-raced filly and modest form shown, fifth of 11 in maiden at Kempton (12f) 23 days ago. Possibilities. Shown some promise in two middle-distance runs at Kempton; handicaps more likely.
4	4 (4) (66/1 -136%) Cantalice	66 66/1(-136%)	(4) Cantalice 66/1, Blinkered and tongue tied when last of 7 in novice at this course (11.1f, 17/2) on debut 14 days ago. Significantly more is needed. Shouldn't fail for want of stamina but never sighted on recent 1m3f debut here.
1	1 (1) (100/1 -100%) Flute D'or	100 100/1(-100%)	(1) Flute D'or 100/1, Twice-raced filly. Eighth of 9 in novice at Wolverhampton (9.5f, 50/1) 16 days ago. Up in trip. Uphill task. Beaten 10l+ in two Wolverhampton events at about 1m1f; handicaps more likely.
3	3 (3) (200/1 -33%) Bovey Belle	200 200/1(-33%)	(3) Bovey Belle 200/1, 250/1, last of 10 in novice at this course (11.1f) on debut 28 days ago. Lots more is required. Trip no problem on pedigree but 250-1 and out with the washing on 1m3f debut here.

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Only One Blue has been costly to follow so far but, as a daughter of Galway Hurdle winner/Ascot Gold Cup runner-up Missunited, she should relish the rise from a mile. Even so, it is difficult to oppose LADY VIVIAN because she beat all bar a 92-rated Godolphin hotpot over 1m3f here and meets nothing of that calibre now. Kintbury has shown enough to warrant an interest, as has Regal River, who was a couple of places in front of La Trinite when third at Kempton.

Ralph Beckett's Camelot filly holds the clear edge on form and with more progress on the cards she earns a confident vote to get off the mark. Only One Blue rates the chief threat if, as expected, building on her Kempton fourth over this longer distance. Kintbury and Regal River appeal as the pick of the rest in the battle for minor honours.

Only One Blue remains of interest but preference is for LADY VIVIAN who still had some learning to do when runner-up here recently.

17:50 Wetherby NH Flat Race (Class 5) 16f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
7	7 (7) (4/7 +79%) Wandering Ego	0.571429 4/7(+79%)	(7) Wandering Ego 4/7, Held every chance when falling at the last in his sole Irish point and has made an encouraging start under Rules, shaping better than he had on his Newbury debut in the autumn in finishing a place closer behind a good prospect at Huntingdon 7 weeks ago. Leading claims. Showed promise in bumpers at Newbury and Huntingdon; place prospects.
3	3 (3) (7/4 0%) Mondoui'boy	1.75 7/4(0%)	(3) Mondoui'boy 7/4, From the family of top-class chaser Saint Calvados and a £140,000 buy after finishing runner-up sole start in Irish points, the winner a promising hurdler for Ted Walsh. Easy to back and shaped well as he stayed on for second in Sandown bumper 8 weeks ago. Should improve and good shout. Irish point 2nd worked out well; good bumper debut for new yard; strong contender.
2	2 (2) (13/2 +74%) Jimmy Hurdstrom	6.5 13/2(+74%)	(2) Jimmy Hurdstrom 13/2, €60,000 3-y-o, Order of St George gelding. Half-brother to 4 winners, including fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser Pumbaa and fairly useful hurdler/chaser Carcaci Castle. Point winner but faded in Chepstow bumper 6 months on in November. Off again since. Won sole point but was toiling from a long way out in Chepstow bumper in November.
1	1 (1) (7/1 +75%) Fanny Moon	7 7/1(+75%)	(1) Fanny Moon 7/1, Spanish Moon gelding. Dam, maiden over hurdles/fences in France, half-sister to fairly useful French hurdler/chaser (15f-21f winner) Benefique. Dam half-sister to useful French jumper; yard's other runner Parliamo looks more likely.
5	5 (5) (9/1 +55%) Parliamo	9 9/1(+55%)	(5) Parliamo 9/1, €25,000 brother to fairly useful hurdle winner/smart chaser Iron Bridge (2½m-3¼m winner). 11/2, not knocked about in Chepstow bumper on debut last month and looks one for the longer term. Showed up well for a long way in Chepstow bumper on debut; has more on his plate today.
13	13 (13) (18/1 +45%) Dartmouth Star	18 18/1(+45%)	(13) Dartmouth Star 18/1, Dartmouth filly. Dam 2m-23f hurdle/chase winner. Gets all the allowances but this is a tough start to her career.
12	12 (12) (28/1 +58%) Habton Cup	28 28/1(+58%)	(12) Habton Cup 28/1, Fourth sole start in point bumpers (Feb 16). Related to plenty of winners. Tongue tied. Fourth in a recent point bumper; this looks a daunting task.
14	14 (14) (33/1 +50%) Telepieces	33 33/1(+50%)	(14) Telepieces 33/1, From a good family for the yard but finished well held on debut at Market Rasen 5 weeks ago. Fairly easy to back and dropped right out on Market Rasen debut last month.
10	10 (10) (40/1 +50%) Just Jane	40 40/1(+50%)	(10) Just Jane 40/1, 66/1, raced keenly and well held having made the running in C&D bumper in November. 66-1 for debut here in November when dropping right out after making the running.
11	11 (11) (50/1 -25%) Dollar's Dream	50 50/1(-25%)	(11) Dollar's Dream 50/1, Phoenix of Spain gelding. Half-brother to numerous winners on Flat, including useful 9f/1¼m winner in Japan Las Venturas. Dam 7f winner. 14,000euros yearling; useful Flat pedigree; yard has few bumper runners (one winner).
9	9 (9) (125/1 -25%) Just Edith	125 125/1(-25%)	(9) Just Edith 125/1, Cannock Chase mare. Dam, modest hurdle winner around 3m, half-sister to useful hurdler (stayed 2½m) Barrichello. Out of winning staying hurdler; yard doesn't target these races; others more likely.

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WANDERING EGO improved from first to second start when only beaten a neck at Huntingdon last month and, with further progress expected, he can go one better for his in-form connections. A promising second on heavy ground at Sandown first time out last month, Mondoui'boy looks to be the main danger, along with well-bred debutant Girlfromtheglen, who should be monitored for market support.

WANDERING EGO took a step forward and wasn't beaten far behind a good prospect at Huntingdon 7 weeks ago so gets the vote over Mondoui'boy and Ned Hill. Starmount and Girlfromtheglen are appealing newcomers.

The ground will be quicker than MONDOUI'BOY has faced but, all things being equal, he does look the one to beat.

18:00 Dundalk Handicap 7f - 14 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
4	4 (4) (11/5 +66%) Camachero	2.2 11/5(+66%)	(4) Camachero 11/5, Returned to form from out of the blue when third of 13 in handicap (80/1) at this course (8f) a couple of months ago. Not taken lightly nudged up 1 lb. 0-9; struggling prior to much improved run when 80-1 staying on 3rd; Keane takes over.
1	1 (1) (4/1 +20%) Macadam's Rock	4 4/1(+20%)	(1) Macadam's Rock 4/1, 3-time C&D winner. 20/1, looked rusty after 7 months off when ninth of 13 in handicap at this course (6f) 3 weeks ago. Entitled to step up on that here. All 3 wins over C&D and likely to have needed 6f return; back on last winning mark.
11	11 (11) (5/1 -50%) Havana Notion	5 5/1(-50%)	(11) Havana Notion 5/1, Course winner. 14/1, stopped the slide from tumbling mark when third of 11 in handicap at this course (6f) 7 days ago. Big shout if able to back that up. 3-time winner inc' course winner; narrowly denied last week but questions at 7f.
3	3 (3) (11/2 +8%) Harriet Eagle	5.5 11/2(+8%)	(3) Harriet Eagle 11/2, Made a winning return at Gowran last July. Wasn't in the same form when eighth of 14 in handicap (4/1) at same course (8f, good) when last seen 6 months ago. Fresh could be the best time to catch her so one to consider. Defied absence in 2024 to gain first win; disappointing fav since; return to 7f may help.
5	5 (5) (7/1 +22%) Circles	7 7/1(+22%)	(5) Circles 7/1, C&D winner. Fourteen runs since last win in 2024. Eighth of 14 in handicap at this C&D (12/1) 3 weeks ago. Now 3 lb below her last winning mark but needs to show more. All 3 wins over 7f on AW but hasn't been near her best this winter inc' 3 recent C&D runs.
14	14 (14) (16/1 +60%) Zero Fighter	16 16/1(+60%)	(14) Zero Fighter 16/1, Seventeen runs since last win in 2023. Showed nothing after 4 months off when last of 14 in handicap at this course (8f, 25/1) 7 weeks ago. Didn't beat a rival on return and best form has come over further.
7	7 (7) (18/1 -13%) Whatswrongnow	18 18/1(-13%)	(7) Whatswrongnow 18/1, Run best excused when sixth of 8 in maiden (40/1) at this course (6f) when last seen 13 months ago, short of room early in straight. First run for yard after leaving Kieran Patrick Cotter. Makes handicap debut. Promise without threatening here last winter but every chance he'll need this.
16	16 (16) (18/1 +10%) Feature This	18 18/1(+10%)	(16) Feature This 18/1, 4-time course winner. Eleven runs since last win in 2024. Fared no better after 3 months off when twelfth of 13 in handicap (28/1) at this course (8f) 2 weeks ago. Visor on 1st time. RESERVE. 4-time course winner but wins over 1m and struggled twice here recently; reserve.
2	2 (2) (18/1 +45%) Hemight	18 18/1(+45%)	(2) Hemight 18/1, Offered little in 2 starts for Connor King to end last year and again finished well held when eleventh of 13 in handicap (20/1) at this C&D 5 weeks ago, though possibly needed the outing after 4 months off. 0-10 and shown nothing for his last couple of starts; best watched from stall 16.
6	6 (6) (22/1 +12%) Nikki Swango	22 22/1(+12%)	(6) Nikki Swango 22/1, Course winner in 2023. 33/1, shaped as if amiss when last of 14 in handicap at this C&D 3 weeks ago. Best watched. Struggled for new yard and didn't beat a rival when eased down over C&D latest.
12	12 (12) (25/1 +0%) Blue Wood	25 25/1(+0%)	(12) Blue Wood 25/1, C&D winner. Last of 14 in handicap (25/1) at this C&D a couple of months ago. Has lost his way. C&D winner but barely beaten a rival in three runs here this winter; risky.
9	9 (9) (25/1 -400%) Manhattan Dandy	25 25/1(-400%)	(9) Manhattan Dandy 25/1, 22/1, stopped the slide from tumbling mark when second of 14 in handicap at this course (8f) back in November. One to consider if ready to roll. 3 wins with cut on turf; narrowly denied here latest but off 5 months and 7f may be sharp.
8	8 (8) (33/1 -32%) Bucky Larson	33 33/1(-32%)	(8) Bucky Larson 33/1, Course winner. Nineteen runs since last win in 2022. 50/1, continued out of sorts when thirteenth of 14 in handicap at this C&D 3 weeks ago. Cheekpieces on for 1st time. 3-time course winner but those wins over further and shown nothing twice this winter.
10	10 (10) (50/1 -150%) Allo Arry	50 50/1(-150%)	(10) Allo Arry 50/1, Eleven runs since last win in 2023. Below form when ninth of 14 in handicap at this C&D (11/1) 11 months ago. Sole win came in Laytown maiden; out of form when last seen and likely to need this.

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The draw hasn't been kind to CAMACHERO, but Colin Keane is a notable booking for this Camacho gelding. He showed good improvement to finish a running-on third over 1m at this track in January which brings him into contention. Havana Notion was just pipped by a neck and a short head in third in a sprint handicap last week, so has to enter calculations. Manhattan Dandy is well drawn in stall one and acquitted himself well when trying to make all before finishing second over a longer trip in November. If he is ready to go off the break, he ought to get in the mix.

An open-looking contest with the vote going to HAVANA NOTION, who stopped the slide from a tumbling mark when third here last week and he remains well treated on old form if able to back that up. Heading up the dangers is Harriet Eagle, who won first time up last season and fresh may be the best time to catch her. Manhattan Dandy and Camachero are another couple fancied to go well.

This could go the way of the top weight MACADAM'S ROCK who is a 3-time C&D winner who shaped well over 6f on return

18:15 Southwell Maiden (Class 4) 8f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
6	6 (6) (9/4 +44%) Fosroc	2.25 9/4(+44%)	(6) Fosroc 9/4, Built on his debut fourth when second of 12 in novice at Kempton (7f) 170 days ago. This Munnings colt can progress further so is in the mix. Showed promise in two contests last term, latest behind a useful sort; respected.
8	8 (8) (9/4 +10%) Killenaule	2.25 9/4(+10%)	(8) Killenaule 9/4, Promising Kitten's Joy colt who shaped well when third of 10 in novice (15/2) at Lingfield (8f, AW) on hi debut 135 days ago for Ollie Sangster. Holds leading form claims for his new handler. Close third over 1m at Lingfield in sole run for Ollie Sangster; possibilities.
10	10 (10) (5/1 -25%) Looks Fantastic	5 5/1(-25%)	(10) Looks Fantastic 5/1, 6/1, eleventh of 16 in maiden at Doncaster (7f, soft) on debut, slowly away. Off 154 days and needs to show plenty more. Didn't live up to expectations at Doncaster but is open to improvement.
2	2 (2) (6/1 -33%) Superposition	6 6/1(-33%)	(2) Superposition 6/1, Lightly-raced gelding. Encouraging fifth of 7 in handicap at Doncaster (10.2f, soft, 4/1), not knocked about. Had wind op/off 11 months and can't be discounted. Had wind/gelding operations since last run; leading player on his 2yo efforts.
11	11 (11) (10/1 -25%) Wootton Palace	10 10/1(-25%)	(11) Wootton Palace 10/1, 40/1, hinted at promise when sixth of 10 in maiden at Sandown (7f, good) on debut 7 months ago. Capable of better on his return. Could step up on Sandown effort in this easier-looking event.
9	9 (9) (10/1 -11%) Kingmaker	10 10/1(-11%)	(9) Kingmaker 10/1, Twice-raced colt, better effort when seventh of 12 in maiden at Kempton (8f, 25/1) 144 days ago. May do better still so he's no forlorn hope. Gives the impression handicaps will be more suitable shortly.
7	7 (7) (25/1 -257%) Go Out	25 25/1(-257%)	(7) Go Out 25/1, Encouraging third of 5 in novice (2/1) at Newcastle (7.1f) on debut 29 days ago, finishing well having run green. This son of Hello Youmzain appeals as capable of a fair bit better. Not without interest. Ran to a modest RPR at Newcastle but should do better; half-brother to 11 winners.
1	1 (1) (80/1 -264%) An Bradan Feasa	80 80/1(-264%)	(1) An Bradan Feasa 80/1, Fairly useful winner at 18f over hurdles. Creditable last of 3 in handicap chase at Doncaster (16.4f, good, 11/4) 26 days ago. Should have more to offer back in this sphere. Fair hurdler at best; unsuccessful in current jumps campaign; second Flat attempt.
3	3 (3) (80/1 -21%) Fighting Queen	80 80/1(-21%)	(3) Fighting Queen 80/1, 150/1, fifth of 8 in novice at Wolverhampton (7.2f) on debut 20 days ago, not knocked about. Can take a step forward. Late headway over 7f at Wolverhampton; may improve over this extra furlong.
4	4 (4) (125/1 -25%) Deep Water Bay	125 125/1(-25%)	(4) Deep Water Bay 125/1, Twice-raced gelding, still green when eighth of 10 in novice at this C&D (100/1) 7 days ago. This New Bay gelding can do better in due course. The type to do better when handicapping, probably over further.
5	5 (5) (250/1 -150%) Erick	250 250/1(-150%)	(5) Erick 250/1, Eqtidaar gelding. Dam unraced. Market can prove an accurate guide. Stable not associated with winning newcomers.
12	12 (12) (250/1 -25%) Make A Note	250 250/1(-25%)	(12) Make A Note 250/1, Twice-raced filly. 200/1, twelfth of 13 in novice at Chelmsford City (8f) 29 days ago. Others appeal more. Soundly beaten in both starts.

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FOSROC confirmed the promise he displayed on debut when second over 7f at Kempton in October and any further improvement could see the Charlie Hills-trained colt get off the mark. Superposition has the ability to go well, although the lengthy break is a slight concern. Killenaule caught the eye on his racecourse bow at Lingfield in November and is another to consider on his first appearance for the Harry Eustace team.

Harry Eustace's new recruit KILLENAULE made a promising start when third at Lingfield for Ollie Sangster and can get off to the perfect start here at the chief expense of Charlie Hills's fair maiden Fosroc. Superposition could also have a say on the back of breathing surgery, with Kingmaker and An Bradan Feasa others to consider.

The most solid option is FOSROC, whose 2yo form has substance. Killenaule is second choice.

18:30 Dundalk Handicap 16f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
5	5 (5) (7/4 +42%) Billie Frechette	1.75 7/4(+42%)	(5) Billie Frechette 7/4, Creditable third of 14 in novice hurdle (4/1) at Wexford (16f, good to soft) 11 days ago, travelling as well as any. Significantly up in trip. Can make presence felt. Shaped like 2m may suit when beaten a neck over 1m4f here; good run over timber latest.
2	2 (2) (11/2 +0%) Omakase	5.5 11/2(+0%)	(2) Omakase 11/2, Course winner. Winner here in February. Creditable 1¼ lengths third of 13 to Tara Power in handicap (3/1) at this course (12f) 28 days ago. Significantly up in trip. Has good chance on form. 1m4f winner here; interference when beaten 1l latest; stamina to prove at 2m.
3	3 (3) (11/2 +0%) Slowdownbarney	5.5 11/2(+0%)	(3) Slowdownbarney 11/2, Good second of 10 in handicap at this course (12f, 6/1) 21 days ago. Significantly up in trip. Placed in 3 1m4f h'caps here lately; 2m may suit but latest form knocked and he's 0-14.
1	1 (1) (7/1 +13%) Metamorpheus	7 7/1(+13%)	(1) Metamorpheus 7/1, 7/1, first run since leaving Paul Nolan when ninth of 12 in handicap at this course (10.7f) 14 days ago. Significantly back up in trip. Merits consideration. 0-6 on the Flat; unsuited by drop in trip here latest; workable mark.
11	11 (11) (8/1 -78%) Duke Otto	8 8/1(-78%)	(11) Duke Otto 8/1, Career best when winning 11-runner handicap hurdle at Wexford (16f, good to soft, 22/1) 11 days ago. Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals. Gained 3rd win over timber last week; only beaten 2l over C&D previously.
8	8 (8) (10/1 +0%) Bright Start	10 10/1(+0%)	(8) Bright Start 10/1, Creditable 2¾ lengths fifth of 13 to Tara Power in handicap at this course (12f, 15/2) 28 days ago. Significantly back up in trip. Chance if rediscovering old form. Only win came on dirt in 2021; distant 3rd over C&D in Dec'; hasn't built on that since.
4	4 (4) (14/1 -40%) Tara Power	14 14/1(-40%)	(4) Tara Power 14/1, Course winner. Two wins from 42 Flat runs. Latest win here in February. Creditable seventh of 14 in handicap at this course (12f, 16/1) 7 days ago. Significantly up in trip. Gained first win since 2021 with 1m4f win here last month; stamina to prove at 2m.
6	6 (6) (14/1 +30%) Makaiah	14 14/1(+30%)	(6) Makaiah 14/1, Ninth of 13 in handicap hurdle (28/1) at Fairyhouse (19.8f, soft) 51 days ago. Significantly up in trip. Modest on the Flat, bit below form on last Flat run. Has work to do. Some promise for Ger Lyons without winning; back from hurdle runs; interesting at new trip.
9	9 (9) (16/1 -14%) Is She Now	16 16/1(-14%)	(9) Is She Now 16/1, 12/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, fourth of 7 in handicap at this C&D 44 days ago. 0-12; below form fourth of seven over C&D last month in first-time cheekpieces (retained).
7	7 (7) (40/1 -60%) Pegasus Of Harry	40 40/1(-60%)	(7) Pegasus Of Harry 40/1, 33/1, good eighth of 14 in handicap at this course (12f). Off 98 days. Significantly up in trip. Tongue strap on 1st time. 1m4f Wolverhampton winner; hasn't shown enough for new connections; tongue-tie; new trip.
12	12 (12) (40/1 +0%) Uberrima Fides	40 40/1(+0%)	(12) Uberrima Fides 40/1, 40/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time in this code, first run since leaving Leanne Breen when eighth of 12 in handicap at this course (10.7f) 14 days ago. Significantly up in trip. 0-13 on the level and this new trip needs to spark significant improvement.
10	10 (10) (50/1 -52%) Noble Expression	50 50/1(-52%)	(10) Noble Expression 50/1, Twenty two runs since last win in 2019. Cheekpieces on for 1st time in this code, brought down in handicap hurdle (40/1) at Limerick (22.7f, good to soft) 15 days ago. Significantly back up in trip. Highly encouraging narrow C&D defeat on yard debut; not near that level twice since.
13	13 (13) (80/1 -21%) Knock Flyer	80 80/1(-21%)	(13) Knock Flyer 80/1, Remains a maiden after 30 Flat runs. 100/1, last of 12 in handicap at this course (10.7f). Off 135 days. Significantly up in trip. Long-standing maiden and hasn't beaten a rival in last three Flat runs; off 135 days.

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SLOWDOWNBARNEY has been shaping like a step up in trip would suit. John McConnell's charge has been placed in his last three handicaps over 1m4f at this venue and wasn't stopping in the closing stages. Duke Otto has to rate a danger on the back of landing a handicap hurdle at Wexford on St Patrick's Day. On his penultimate outing, he was only beaten two lengths into fifth over C&D. Billie Frechette is a consistent sort who tries a new trip for Noel Meade, while first-time cheekpieces saw Is She Now keep on nicely for fourth place in February. Makaiah has been hurdling, but isn't without a chance back on the level.

This trip represents unchartered waters for OMAKASE but she has improved for the step up to 1½m the last twice and there's a good chance that this stiffer test will be right up her street. Metamorpheus was below par on his all-weather/yard debut here a fortnight ago but he's capable of much better and is lurking on a dangerous mark, while Billie Frechette and Duke Otto, both of whom arrive here on the back of good efforts over hurdles, are also feared.

4yo filly BILLIE FRECHETTE (nap) shaped like 2m may suit when last seen at this venue and she's run well over timber since

18:45 Southwell Handicap (Class 6) 8f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
7	7 (7) (2/1 +11%) King Of York	2 2/1(+11%)	(7) King Of York 2/1, Scored twice here in 2025 (four course wins in total) and recorded another good effort when a neck second of 8 in handicap over C&D 7 days ago, finishing well. Major shout off a 2 lb lower mark. Ran well over C&D last week when bidding for a Southwell hat-trick; now 2lb lower.
3	3 (3) (7/2 +53%) Waleyfa	3.5 7/2(+53%)	(3) Waleyfa 7/2, Scored at Brighton in September and comes here on the back of a creditable fourth of 11 in handicap at Chelmsford City (8f) 20 days ago. Ought to be in the shake-up. Has form figures of 12134 for new stable; solid chance.
4	4 (4) (4/1 0%) That's For Sure	4 4/1(0%)	(4) That's For Sure 4/1, Ended his time with Karl Burke below par but he posted a good third of 8 for his new stable in handicap (18/1) at Kempton (8f) 30 days ago. One to consider. Signs of a revival at Lingfield last month on stable debut; enters calculations.
9	9 (9) (6/1 +0%) Masham Moor	6 6/1(+0%)	(9) Masham Moor 6/1, Bagged his third C&D victory in 12-runner minor event here 24 days ago, despite being slowly away. Not taken lightly back in handicap company. In-form 8yo who prevailed narrowly in classified contest over C&D most recently.
5	5 (5) (13/2 -8%) Thats My Boy Luke	6.5 13/2(-8%)	(5) Thats My Boy Luke 13/2, 33/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, good third of 7 in handicap at Newcastle (8f) 27 days ago. Not discounted in his bid for a maiden victory with headgear again sported. Nine-race maiden; ran well in first-time cheekpeices at Newcastle most recently.
1	1 (1) (10/1 +29%) Electric Avenue	10 10/1(+29%)	(1) Electric Avenue 10/1, Latest win at Newcastle in December. Ninth of 12 in handicap at Newcastle (8f, 14/1) 66 days ago so more is required. Returned from 66-day break to win in December; back form same layoff today.
2	2 (2) (16/1 -45%) Panama City	16 16/1(-45%)	(2) Panama City 16/1, Latest win at Newcastle in December. Tenth of 12 in handicap there (7.1f, 10/1) 101 days ago. Can give a good account if shrugging off latest effort. Starts his 2025 campaign on a difficult mark and has never won when fresh.
6	6 (6) (20/1 +0%) Makalu	20 20/1(+0%)	(6) Makalu 20/1, C&D winner. 20/1, eighth of 12 in handicap at this course (7.1f) 162 days ago so needs to get back on track after a break. Failed to transfer his turf form back to AW when last seen.

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KING OF YORK won twice over 7f here before finishing a neck second over C&D a week ago and he merits the utmost respect off a 2lb lower mark. Thats My Boy Luke bounced back to form when a close third at Newcastle at the beginning of the month and he has to be of interest. Others to consider are Waleyfa and Masham Moor.

A case can be made for a few of these but it's hard to ignore the claims of multiple course scorer KING OF YORK who can race off a 2 lb lower mark than when beaten a neck over C&D a week ago. C&D winner Masham Moor and in-form maiden Thats My Boy Luke are also in the picture.

In-form KING OF YORK (nap) holds particularly good claims and is first choice ahead of That's For Sure.

19:00 Dundalk Maiden 5f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
4	4 (4) (4/6 +20%) Lady Iman	0.666667 4/6(+20%)	(4) Lady Iman 4/6, Foaled February 5. £185,000 yearling, Starman filly. Half-sister to 2-y-o 5f winner Succession and smart 5f winner West Acre. Dam 2-y-o 6f winner. Appealing newcomer for top yard that usually has plenty of classy juveniles. Fetched 185,000GBP as a yearling; major respect from top yard.
1	1 (1) (16/5 +62%) Stop The Nation	3.2 16/5(+62%)	(1) Stop The Nation 16/5, Foaled January 29. €80,000 yearling, Sioux Nation colt. Dam 2-y-o 6f winner on debut. The only colt in the line-up and very appealing. 80,000Euros yearling; yard able to produce an early juvenile so any market strength noted.
9	9 (9) (17/2 +15%) Innumerable	8.5 17/2(+15%)	(9) Innumerable 17/2, Foaled February 17. €38,000 yearling, Inns of Court filly. Half-sister to several winners, including ungenuine 11f-2m winner Blakeney Point and 8.3f-1½m winner Lady Tiana. Dam 8.3f winner. Worth a look. Bred to need further but respected from in-form yard and from a good draw.
8	8 (8) (9/1 -260%) Army Leave	9 9/1(-260%)	(8) Army Leave 9/1, Invincible Army filly who cost just €1,000 but attracted support and showed clear signs of ability in the first 2-y-o maiden at the Curragh (5f, soft) 12 days ago, a low draw no help to her. Open to improvement and obvious claims. Curragh debut third augurs well; should play a role.
6	6 (6) (11/1 +31%) Leblon Beach	11 11/1(+31%)	(6) Leblon Beach 11/1, Once-raced filly. 15/2, fifth of 7 in maiden at the Curragh (5f, soft) on debut 12 days ago. Should build on that (winning stablemate impressive) but fair bit to find with the third, Army Leave. Mild debut promise recently on turf; improvement expected.
2	2 (2) (25/1 +0%) Nuevo Slovo	25 25/1(+0%)	(2) Nuevo Slovo 25/1, Foaled April 23. €3,000 yearling, James Garfield gelding. Half-brother to 6f winner Dayem and 2-y-o 5f winner Commander Straker. Dam, 7f/1m winner, half-sister to smart 6f winner Katla. Cheaply bought yearling but worth a market watch.
7	7 (7) (50/1 +24%) Parallax	50 50/1(+24%)	(7) Parallax 50/1, Foaled March 16. €10,000 yearling, Cotai Glory filly. Dam, placed at 7f/1m, out of useful 2-y-o 7f winner Remember Alexander. Cotai Glory filly cost 10,000Euros as a yearling; yard not renowned for juvenile winners.
3	3 (3) (66/1 +34%) A Daughters Love	66 66/1(+34%)	(3) A Daughters Love 66/1, Foaled February 21. 10,000 gns foal, €4,000 yearling, Mohaather filly. Half-sister to 9.5f/1¼m winner Lethal Touch and 1m winner Vondelpark. Yard without a 2yo winner in last five years, albeit from small numbers.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content,

LADY IMAN made a six-figure price at Goffs and is a half-sister to a Group 2 winner. She is in good hands with Ger Lyons and makes plenty of appeal on paper. Army Leave was a market springer in the first juvenile maiden of the season at the Curragh and performed creditably in third. The winner looked very smart while there was also good word about the runner-up. Dundalk has been a happy hunting ground for Stephen Thorne at the start of his training career and he takes the wraps off Innumerable, who is related to a host of multiple winners. Stop The Nation is another newcomer to note in a race where the market will be informative.

Experience will probably count for plenty in this early 2-y-o maiden and ARMY LEAVE makes lots of appeal after a promising showing in the first race of the season at the Curragh a fortnight ago. Lady Iman and Stop The Nation are a couple of the more interesting newcomers and the betting should be revealing as ever.

Army Leave and Leblon Beach have valuable experience but are opposed by the newcomer LADY IMAN

19:15 Southwell Handicap (Class 6) 8f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
4	4 (4) (13/8 +13%) Down To The Kid	1.625 13/8(+13%)	(4) Down To The Kid 13/8, Course winner. Twelve runs since last win in 2023. 25/1, second of 9 in handicap at this C&D 14 days ago. Enters calculations. Couple of second-place finishes over C&D since dropped back to 1m; in the mix.
1	1 (1) (4/1 -33%) Timetobenice	4 4/1(-33%)	(1) Timetobenice 4/1, Twelve runs since last win in 2023. Fourth of 6 in handicap at Chelmsford City (8f, 8/1) 15 days ago. Has to be taken seriously. 0-11 in handicaps but has possibilities off a reduced mark dropped to Class 6.
2	2 (2) (9/2 +25%) Jez Bomb	4.5 9/2(+25%)	(2) Jez Bomb 9/2, Four wins from 13 runs last year. Latest win at Newcastle in October. 5/1, fifth of 8 in handicap at Wolverhampton (9.5f) 16 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. Others more persuasive. Progressive in September/October; beaten twice since but isn't written off.
7	7 (7) (11/2 +61%) Tasmanian Legend	5.5 11/2(+61%)	(7) Tasmanian Legend 11/2, Three wins from 14 runs last year. 25/1, seventh of 11 in handicap at Chelmsford (8f) 20 days ago. Looks vulnerable from a win point of view. Stone below last winning mark but has become inconsistent; not solid.
3	3 (3) (7/1 -75%) Vixey	7 7/1(-75%)	(3) Vixey 7/1, Course winner. Latest win here in March. 6/1, creditable second of 7 in handicap at Newcastle (7.1f) 16 days ago. Place possibilities. Likely player provided her recent 7f form is transferred to this longer trip.
8	8 (8) (10/1 +17%) Light Up Our Stars	10 10/1(+17%)	(8) Light Up Our Stars 10/1, C&D winner. Thirteen runs since last win in 2024. Creditable fourth of 12 in handicap (15/2) at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 16 days ago. Not without an each-way chance. Recent strike-rate is modest; only one win in the last 17 months.
6	6 (6) (28/1 +15%) Jack Daniel	28 28/1(+15%)	(6) Jack Daniel 28/1, First run since leaving Declan Carroll when last of 10 in handicap at this C&D (40/1) 84 days ago. Readily passed over. Finished last of ten over C&D in sole outing for new stable.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

TIMETOBENICE's sliding mark allows him to sneak in off top-weight and, following a more encouraging effort in a better contest at Chelmsford 15 days ago, Marco Botti's gelding could be worth siding with now eased in class. Down To The Kid has been knocking on the door of late and is likely to be in the mix once again. Vixey is another with valid form claims.

TIMETOBENICE has edged down to an attractive mark and, granted a bit of luck, he could be the answer. Down To The Kid and Jez Bomb are others who could have a part to play.

In-form mare VIXEY gets the verdict ahead of Down To The Kid, whose turn may be near.

19:30 Dundalk Maiden 8f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
5	5 (5) (5/6 -46%) Elana Osario	0.833333 5/6(-46%)	(5) Elana Osario 5/6, Promising sort. Very good second of 13 in maiden at the Curragh (12f, soft, 5/2) when last seen, clear of rest. Off 157 days. Significantly down in trip. Makes polytrack debut. Chance is there for all to see. Last year's mid-distance form makes her the one to beat if coping with drop in trip.
6	6 (6) (11/4 +58%) Mallavelly	2.75 11/4(+58%)	(6) Mallavelly 11/4, Fairly useful filly. Off 156 days. Makes polytrack debut. Hood on 1st time, tongue strap on 1st time. First run for yard after leaving Jane Chapple-Hyam (sold 68,000 gns). Big run could be forthcoming (ran well on return over this trip last year). Solid enough maiden handicapper in Britain last year; new headgear combination tried.
4	4 (4) (11/2 +15%) Colugo	5.5 11/2(+15%)	(4) Colugo 11/2, 9/2, respectable second of 13 in maiden at this course (7f) on return 35 days ago, worn down only late on. Probably has a race in her on that showing. Recent comeback second augurs well but more likely needed to go one better.
8	8 (8) (15/2 +12%) Shaool	7.5 15/2(+12%)	(8) Shaool 15/2, Thrice-raced filly. 20/1, fourth of 8 in maiden at this course (12f) 121 days ago. Significantly down in trip. First run for yard after leaving P. O'Rourke. Interesting starting out for new stable. Okay form in 3 end of season maidens last term for previous yard; drops in trip.
9	9 (9) (10/1 -33%) Winsome	10 10/1(-33%)	(9) Winsome 10/1, Lightly-raced filly. Creditable third of 13 in maiden at this course (7f, 15/2) 35 days ago. More needed. Return to 1m to suit but likely place claims at best.
7	7 (7) (80/1 +47%) Pare Of Brown Eyes	80 80/1(+47%)	(7) Pare Of Brown Eyes 80/1, Down the field in 2 turf maidens (in tongue strap on latest) last summer. Off 8 months. Towards the rear in both turf maidens last summer; can only be watched here on return.
2	2 (2) (80/1 +0%) Paint The Moon	80 80/1(+0%)	(2) Paint The Moon 80/1, 6,000 gns foal, €10,000 yearling, Iffraaj gelding. Half-brother to winner up to 7.5f Najm. Dam 6f winner. Unlikely one to make an immediate impact on belated debut.
3	3 (3) (100/1 +0%) Arcoiris	100 100/1(+0%)	(3) Arcoiris 100/1, 40/1, eighth of 13 in maiden at this course (7f) on debut 35 days ago, merely passing beaten rivals. Blew the start on last month's so did okay in the circumstances; improvement likely.
1	1 (1) (125/1 -25%) Carthaginian	125 125/1(-25%)	(1) Carthaginian 125/1, Once-raced gelding. 125/1, last of 18 in maiden at the Curragh (8f, soft) on debut 12 days ago. Dropped away quickly on recent Curragh debut to finish last of 18; may need more time.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

The 85-rated ELANA OSARIO has the form to take this maiden. Last season, she came home third in a fillies' maiden at Clonmel and was runner-up in a pair of fillies' maidens at Killarney and the Curragh. She drops back to 1m and this race looks a good opportunity for her. Mallavelly could be a useful recruit for Ger Lyons. She was placed a couple of times in her three-year-old campaign in Britain for Jane Chapple-Hyam. She also wasn't far out of the places in a couple of valuable races at Newmarket and Goodwood. Colugo is race fit from a runner-up spot over 7f at this track in February, while there could be more to come from Shaool and Winsome.

ELANA OSARIO took another step forward when second in a Curragh maiden when last seen in October and can get off the mark dropped in trip on her return. Mallavelly is feared most starting out for Ger Lyons, Colugo has races in her judged on her second here 5 weeks ago.

Connections will be keen to get the winning bracket for ELANA OSARIO on seasonal return and she holds the best form claims

19:45 Southwell Handicap (Class 6) 7f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
9	9 (9) (10/3 -21%) Match Anthem	3.333333 10/3(-21%)	(9) Match Anthem 10/3, Creditable second of 11 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f, 3/1) 10 days ago. Has good chance on form. Record of 11422332 since November; future mark 1lb higher; respected.
10	10 (10) (4/1 +38%) Fifty Sent	4 4/1(+38%)	(10) Fifty Sent 4/1, One win from 31 Flat runs. Twenty-two runs since last win in 2023. Creditable third of 8 in minor event (11/4) at Newcastle (8f) 21 days ago. Solid each-way chance. Poor strike-rate but has place claims on recent 1m classified form.
11	11 (11) (5/1 +29%) Mr Slicker	5 5/1(+29%)	(11) Mr Slicker 5/1, Remains a maiden after 18 Flat runs. Twenty-two runs since last win in 2023. Creditable third of 8 in handicap at this course (8.1f, 11/1) 7 days ago, better placed than most. Enters calculations. Placed at Southwell six times this year; each-way shout.
1	1 (1) (8/1 +20%) King Sharja	8 8/1(+20%)	(1) King Sharja 8/1, 13/2, ninth of 10 in handicap at this course (8.1f). Off 171 days and it's probably best to look elsewhere on this occasion. Lacks recent match practice and best form remains on turf.
5	5 (5) (8/1 +33%) Thanks Dad	8 8/1(+33%)	(5) Thanks Dad 8/1, Remains a maiden after 16 Flat runs. Ninth of 11 in handicap at this C&D (20/1) 14 days ago. Others more persuasive. Still a maiden but is capable of being involved.
8	8 (8) (10/1 +60%) Embarked	10 10/1(+60%)	(8) Embarked 10/1, C&D winner. Twelve runs since last win in 2024. Seventh of 11 in handicap (50/1) at this C&D 14 days ago. Inconsistent since defying a higher mark over C&D in September.
6	6 (6) (11/1 -83%) Asadjumeirah	11 11/1(-83%)	(6) Asadjumeirah 11/1, 7/2, fifth of 8 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 11 days ago, slowly away. Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals. Still seeking first success over 7f and at Southwell.
12	12 (12) (20/1 +20%) Cubanista	20 20/1(+20%)	(12) Cubanista 20/1, One win from 37 Flat runs. Thirty-one runs since last win in 2022. 20/1, last of 11 in handicap at Newcastle (6f) 22 days ago. Failed to beat a rival at Newcastle on reappearance.
4	4 (4) (20/1 -122%) Global Warning	20 20/1(-122%)	(4) Global Warning 20/1, Seventh of 10 in handicap (80/1) at Lingfield (7f, AW) 23 days ago. Now 6 lb below last winning mark but he simply isn't the form to take advantage at present. Six-time AW winner but has a question mark over current form.
3	3 (3) (22/1 +12%) American Star	22 22/1(+12%)	(3) American Star 22/1, Last of 8 in handicap at Newcastle (7.1f, 18/1) 22 days ago and he's likely to come up short once again. Failed to beat a rival on reappearance and all wins remain on turf.
7	7 (7) (25/1 -108%) Royal Justice	25 25/1(-108%)	(7) Royal Justice 25/1, 40/1, first run since leaving John & Sean Quinn when seventh of 9 in handicap at this C&D 42 days ago. Needs a couple of these to falter. Beaten only 2l on stable debut but the form may not be reliable.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

Placed on each of his last five outings, including over C&D at the beginning of the month, MATCH ANTHEM deserves a change in luck and he can be rewarded for his consistency on this occasion. Fifty Sent has also been paying his way and holds strong claims if coping with the drop from a mile, whereas Asadjumeirah has the potential to improve for going up in trip. Others to note include Mr Slicker and Thanks Dad.

MATCH ANTHEM has been holding his form abmirably well in recent months and everything appears to be in place for another bold show from the 4-y-o. He shades preference ahead of Lumenbourg, who wasn't at his best at Newcastle but scored over this C&D on penultimate start and should again be on the premises. Fifty Sent and Mr Slicker are others to consider.

Rock-solid MATCH ANTHEM looks particularly persuasive and is first choice ahead of Fifty Sent.

20:00 Dundalk Maiden 11f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
8	8 (8) (5/4 +38%) Woodshaw Whisper	1.25 5/4(+38%)	(8) Woodshaw Whisper 5/4, Promising Wootton Bassett colt who came in third of 10 in maiden at Leopardstown (8f, soft, 28/1) on debut, having to pick way through. Off 160 days. First run for yard after leaving M. Halford & T. Collins. Should improve. Plenty of debut promise last autumn for previous yard; big player if handling surface.
3	3 (3) (15/8 +0%) Propose	1.875 15/8(+0%)	(3) Propose 15/8, 17/2 and green, shaped well when seventh of 27 in maiden at the Curragh (8f, good to soft) on debut. Off 145 days. Significantly up in trip. This Frankel colt can do better. Likely player. Showed enough on sole 2yo start to suggest he'll play a major role here.
6	6 (6) (11/2 -100%) Truth Be Told	5.5 11/2(-100%)	(6) Truth Be Told 11/2, Lightly-raced colt. 10/3 and tongue strap on for 1st time, creditable third of 12 in maiden at this course (8f). Off 140 days. Significantly up in trip. Cheekpieces on 1st time and in the picture. Solid juvenile form; cheekpieces now tried and step up in trip could bring improvement.
7	7 (7) (15/2 -7%) What's Your Game	7.5 15/2(-7%)	(7) What's Your Game 15/2, Lightly-raced colt. 7/2, creditable second of 12 in maiden at this C&D 28 days ago, clear of rest. Very much one to consider. C&D second last month; probably has more on his plate here so needs to improve.
2	2 (2) (9/1 +91%) No Mo Cash	9 9/1(+91%)	(2) No Mo Cash 9/1, $30,000Y. Dam, 1¼m-1½m winner (both her starts), half-sister to high-class 1m-11.5f winner Echo of Light and smart 9f-1½m winner (stayed 2m) Akarem out of winning sister to Salsabil. This Uncle Mo colt can't be ruled out. Uncle Mo colt; interesting debutant, market worth a look.
1	1 (1) (12/1 +40%) Dabashan	12 12/1(+40%)	(1) Dabashan 12/1, Teofilo colt. Closely related to 1m winner Daboya and half-brother to 1m winner Dabana and 2-y-o 1m winner Dabirann. Trainer going well. Considered. Teofilo colt; market best guide on debut.
5	5 (5) (25/1 -25%) Rubadub Dubh	25 25/1(-25%)	(5) Rubadub Dubh 25/1, €11,000 yearling, Dark Angel gelding. Brother to 5f winner Motashaweq and half-brother to 2-y-o 7f winner Nawassi and 1m winner Jadeerah. Noteworthy newcomer. Debutant seemingly the lesser likely of the Lyons' pair on jockey bookings.
4	4 (4) (40/1 +20%) Quickshot	40 40/1(+20%)	(4) Quickshot 40/1, Twice-raced colt. 40/1, thirteenth of 18 in maiden at the Curragh (8f, soft) 12 days ago. Significantly back up in trip. Looks a more likely type for handicaps on recent evidence.
9	9 (9) (66/1 -32%) Can I Kiss You	66 66/1(-32%)	(9) Can I Kiss You 66/1, Once-raced filly. Fifth of 14 in maiden at this course (8f, 40/1) on debut 28 days ago. Significantly up in trip and not ruled out. Some debut promise here last month (1m); lot more likely required to feature here though.
10	10 (10) (200/1 -33%) Mischievous Millie	200 200/1(-33%)	(10) Mischievous Millie 200/1, Once-raced filly. 100/1 and hooded, ninth of 11 in maiden at this course (8f) on debut 35 days ago, missing break. Significantly up in trip. Never recovered from a slow start on recent debut here (1m); probably best watched for now.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

PROPOSE is likely to reap the benefit of an outing in an end-of-season maiden at the Curragh. This Frankel colt came home seventh in a massive field on yielding ground and is up in trip on Polytrack debut. He is Aidan O'Brien and Ryan Moore's sole representative on the card. O'Brien has landed the last three renewals of this race. What's Your Game caught a tartar when beaten into second over C&D at the end of February, but that should have him primed for this. Woodshaw Whisper was nearest at the finish in third at Leopardstown in October and has switched to Ger Lyons, while Truth Be Told handled this surface when third in a maiden in November and has to be respected.

PROPOSE made a promising start when seventh in a big-field Curragh maiden and can build on it on his return to get off the mark. Woodshaw Whisper also has better days ahead of him and could emerge as the main threat to Aidan O'Brien's Frankel colt ahead of Truth Be Told and What's Your Game.

Truth Be Told edges it on juvenile form but there may be greater improvement to come from WOODSHAW WHISPER

20:15 Southwell Handicap (Class 5) 6f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
2	2 (2) (9/2 -29%) Twilight Diamond	4.5 9/2(-29%)	(2) Twilight Diamond 9/2, Looked potentially useful when making a winning debut in a novice at Wolverhampton (6f) and again showed fairly useful form when second under a penalty at Kempton (6f) 30 days ago, only bettered by a speedier type. Makes plenty of appeal on handicap debut. Two runs in small-field novices, finishing 1st and 2nd; more on his plate now handicapping.
3	3 (3) (5/1 +9%) Commander Of Life	5 5/1(+9%)	(3) Commander Of Life 5/1, Latest win at Wolverhampton in January. 5/1, creditable third of 9 in handicap at this course (8.1f) 14 days ago, racing keenly. Chance if relaxing better back at 6f. Running well of late but over further; not sure what to expect back sprinting; yard run 2.
4	4 (4) (5/1 +29%) Dark Side Thunder	5 5/1(+29%)	(4) Dark Side Thunder 5/1, 4-time C&D winner ran well after 4 months off when 9/1, respectable fourth of 9 in handicap at this course (6.1f) 28 days ago, though has run well fresh in the past. Should give another good account. C&D win off this mark 12 months ago; promising return to action; each-way shout.
7	7 (7) (11/2 -38%) Kats Bob	5.5 11/2(-38%)	(7) Kats Bob 11/2, C&D winner is 2-2 since joining current yard. Career best when winning 6-runner handicap (5/2) at Newcastle (6f) 21 days ago. More on his plate from 4 lb higher but arrives in great heart in bid for the hat-trick. 2-2 for Ruth Carr, both wins coming over 6f at Newcastle; respected in hat-trick bid.
5	5 (5) (11/2 +31%) Cliffcake	5.5 11/2(+31%)	(5) Cliffcake 11/2, Capitalised on his reduced mark to win 9-runner handicap at this course (6.1f) but underlined his inconsistency when fifth of 7 in handicap (7/2) at this course (7.1f) 28 days ago. May find a couple too good in here. C&D win last month was emphatic but less good over 7f latest; easy lead unlikely.
8	8 (8) (13/2 +41%) One More Dream	6.5 13/2(+41%)	(8) One More Dream 13/2, C&D winner. Three wins from 19 runs last year. Creditable fourth of 9 in a decent handicap for the grade at this C&D 13 days ago. Not ruled out with blinkers on for the first time. On a dangerous mark if the addition of blinkers has a galvanising effect.
6	6 (6) (13/2 +13%) Hierarchy	6.5 13/2(+13%)	(6) Hierarchy 13/2, Twenty-one runs since last win in 2023 but is well-treated as a result. Unsuited by modest pace when 9/2, respectable third of 7 in handicap at this C&D 9 days ago. Chance if this is to run to suit. Consistent sprinter but finds winning difficult; others appeal more.
1	1 (1) (50/1 -213%) Hover On The Wind	50 50/1(-213%)	(1) Hover On The Wind 50/1, Not seen since September when 6/1, respectable fifth of 12 in handicap at Yarmouth (6f, firm). First run for yard after leaving Chris Dwyer and market may guide expectations on reappearance. Two Yarmouth wins last summer (6f); sold for 18,000gns last October; has gone well fresh.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

It is difficult to look past the completely unexposed TWILIGHT DIAMOND, who was denied a double when only beaten a neck at Kempton. A mark of 75 on his handicap debut could prove lenient and David O'Meara's charge may have too much for Kats Bob, who is unbeaten since joining Ruth Carr but has a 4lb rise to overcome for his most recent success at Newcastle. Returning off 12lb lower than last year's victory in a division of this contest (Cliffcake won the other), One More Dream is noted, as is Commander Of Life on the drop in distance.

The unexposed TWILIGHT DIAMOND can make a successful handicap debut on the back of a couple of fairly useful efforts in novice events. Commander of Life could be interesting back sprinting having raced too keenly over a mile last time, while One More Dream is respected in his current form, with first-time blinkers to boot.

Dark Side Thunder can go well but the addition of blinkers could spark extra from the well-treated ONE MORE DREAM.

20:30 Dundalk Handicap 11f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
3	3 (3) (2/1 +27%) Chopsticks	2 2/1(+27%)	(3) Chopsticks 2/1, Still a maiden but he posted a good third of 13 in handicap at this C&D 56 days ago. Has to be taken seriously at these weights. 0-14 but consistent and ran another creditable race over C&D in January.
2	2 (2) (9/2 +31%) Dynamite Defense	4.5 9/2(+31%)	(2) Dynamite Defense 9/2, Course winner. Winner here in September. 17/2, creditable fourth of 14 in handicap at Thurles (8.2f, good), left poorly placed. Off 169 days. Significantly back up in trip. Cheekpieces back on and in the mix. Beat subsequent winner on sole AW outing and shaped like new trip may suit when 4th since.
4	4 (4) (13/2 +7%) Flier	6.5 13/2(+7%)	(4) Flier 13/2, Remains a maiden after 17 Flat runs. Respectable seventh of 13 in handicap at this course (12f, 11/1) 28 days ago. Shortlisted. 0-17 on Flat; career best came over C&D last winter; may appreciate a drop back in trip.
8	8 (8) (7/1 +30%) Tyder	7 7/1(+30%)	(8) Tyder 7/1, 25/1, respectable seventh of 14 in handicap at this C&D 35 days ago. Needs considering. 2nd in Leopardstown h'cap last term; disappointing since; no signs of revival latest.
9	9 (9) (15/2 -7%) Villemacho	7.5 15/2(-7%)	(9) Villemacho 15/2, Respectable eighth of 14 in handicap at this course (7f, 14/1) 42 days ago. Significantly back up in trip. Blinkers refitted and chance if rediscovering old form. 1-40 but shown ability for new connections; may appreciate further here.
1	1 (1) (14/1 -40%) Wrecking Ball Paul	14 14/1(-40%)	(1) Wrecking Ball Paul 14/1, C&D winner. Cheekpieces on for 1st time, last of 13 in handicap (12/1) at this course (16f) 21 days ago, downed tools. Significantly back down in trip. Blinkers on 1st time. Can make presence felt if shrugging off latest effort. C&D winner; really struggled this winter inc' when tailed off over 2m 3 weeks ago.
14	14 (14) (14/1 +58%) Wonder Spirit	14 14/1(+58%)	(14) Wonder Spirit 14/1, C&D winner. Sixteen runs since last win in 2023. Last of 14 in handicap (50/1) at this course (7f). Off 107 days. Significantly up in trip. Has really lost his way this winter; needs return to further to spark a revival.
12	12 (12) (14/1 -56%) Together Aclaim	14 14/1(-56%)	(12) Together Aclaim 14/1, C&D winner. One win from 3 runs last year. 14/1, respectable eighth of 13 in handicap at this C&D 56 days ago, finding little. Can give a good account. 1-33; sole win over C&D; encouraging return but not as good since over C&D.
10	10 (10) (16/1 +20%) Accompanist	16 16/1(+20%)	(10) Accompanist 16/1, Thrice-raced maiden on Flat. 150/1, tenth of 13 in maiden at this course (7f) 35 days ago. Significantly back up in trip. Makes handicap debut. Plenty to find on form. Shown little in 3 maidens so far; return to further may help on hcap debut; plenty to find.
6	6 (6) (25/1 -56%) Our Lucky Lady	25 25/1(-56%)	(6) Our Lucky Lady 25/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Seventh of 12 in maiden (250/1) at this C&D 77 days ago. Makes handicap debut with more needed. Modest form in trio of course maidens, including over C&D latest; improvement required.
11	11 (11) (25/1 -56%) Harbanaker	25 25/1(-56%)	(11) Harbanaker 25/1, Course winner. Cheekpieces on for 1st time, sole run for John McConnell when tenth of 14 in handicap (40/1) at this course (8f) 49 days ago. Needs to bounce back. 3 wins at 1m inc' 2 here; only seen once since 2023; changed yards after low-key return.
5	5 (5) (50/1 -150%) Gatsby Cap	50 50/1(-150%)	(5) Gatsby Cap 50/1, 4-time course winner. 20/1, below form fifth of 14 in handicap at this course (8f). Off 11 months. Significantly up in trip. Merits consideration if back on his A-game. 4-time course winner but all wins over shorter trips and best watched after 349 days off.
13	13 (13) (80/1 -220%) Sea Of Beauty	80 80/1(-220%)	(13) Sea Of Beauty 80/1, 66/1 and blinkered/tongue strap on for 1st time, eighth of 10 in maiden at this course (7f) 60 days ago. Significantly back up in trip. Makes handicap debut. Shown very little in 7 maidens so far; looks vulnerable back up in trip on h'cap bow.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

CHOPSTICKS could get his head in front for the first time. His last two runs saw him finish third over C&D and fourth over further, and a reproduction of either of those efforts would have him heavily involved. Dynamite Defense won on his penultimate start over 1m at this racecourse in September. He hasn't had many runs over this sort of trip, but does look one of the more likely contenders. Wonder Spirit has been out of form, but competes off a very low mark.

Lots with chances but CHOPSTICKS rates just the pick of these weights so edges the vote in his bid for a breakthrough victory. Randall Poets Lass heads the list of dangers, although the likes of Flier, Dynamite Defense and Wrecking Ball Paul all need factoring in too.

A chance taken on VILLEMACHO who's on a workable mark and may appreciate more of a stamina test this time

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