1 Saturday 30th March 2024 UK Horse Racing Speed Ratings & Tips

There were 44 Races on Saturday 30th March 2024 across 6 meetings. There was 8 races at Musselburgh, 7 races at Haydock, 7 races at Fairyhouse, 8 races at Cork, 7 races at Carlisle, 7 races at Wolverhampton, no doubt Tomform helped you find a winner.

13:15 Cork Maiden 7f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
10 1st (10) (20/1 -100%) Wide With Delight	20 20/1(-100%)	(10) Wide With Delight 20/1, Ten Sovereigns filly. Half-sister to several winners, including 2-y-o 6f winner Fighting Irish and 1m-10.4f winner Vulcan, both useful. One to note. Ten Sovereigns filly; half-sister to Group 2 winner; likeable pedigree and place claims.
8 2nd (8) (Evens -37%) National Lady	0 Evens(-37%)	(8) National Lady Evens, Twice-raced filly. Third of 16 in maiden (9/4) at Naas (7f, good to soft). Off 7 months. Stuck to task well when third on debut and filled same spot at Naas since; sets standard.
4 3rd (4) (16/1 +0%) Katie Bairdie	16 16/1(+0%)	(4) Katie Bairdie 16/1, Once-raced filly. 25/1, eighth of 14 in maiden at Dundalk (6f) on debut. Off 120 days. Slowly away when beaten 6l on AW; may do better at longer trip should help but needs more.
5 4th (5) (6/1 -50%) Lavender Haze	6 6/1(-50%)	(5) Lavender Haze 6/1, Twice-raced filly. Fourth of 9 in maiden (66/1) at Naas (8f, heavy) 6 days ago. Low-key debut but much better at Naas last week and may have needed that run.
1 5th (1) (13/2 +35%) Dakota Girl	6.5 13/2(+35%)	(1) Dakota Girl 13/2, €43,000 yearling, Sioux Nation filly. Closely related to 7f/1m winner Island Native and half-sister to 2-y-o 7.5f winner La Bure. One to note. Sioux Nation filly; 43,000eur; closely related to winner at this trip; yard can ready one.
9 6th (9) (100/1 -300%) Tiffany Mae	100 100/1(-300%)	(9) Tiffany Mae 100/1, Twice-raced filly. Twelfth of 15 in maiden at Navan (5.8f, heavy, 22/1). Off 164 days. Up in trip. Minor promise on debut but not as good second time out; seemingly yard's second-string.
3 7th (3) (2/1 +33%) Go Big Or Go Home	2 2/1(+33%)	(3) Go Big Or Go Home 2/1, Half-sister to top-class sprinter Battaash. Twice-raced filly. 10/1, fourth of 11 in novice at Carlisle (5.8f, good). Off 7 months. Up in trip. First run for yard after leaving Bryan Smart. Should progress. Half-sister to Battaash and cost 1.8m GNS but only showed very minor promise in Britain.
7 8th (7) (80/1 -142%) Mama Zonia	80 80/1(-142%)	(7) Mama Zonia 80/1, Magna Grecia filly. Half-sister to useful 12.3f winner Cycladic. Dam, 1¼m-1½m winner, half-sister to smart winner up to 1¼m Unnefer and useful 1¼m-1½m winner Mount Popa. Magna Grecia filly; half-sister to 1m4f winner Cycladic; may need further and best watched.
6 9th (6) (200/1 -100%) Lismacbryan Hill	200 200/1(-100%)	(6) Lismacbryan Hill 200/1, Twice-raced filly. Eleventh of 18 in maiden (250/1) at the Curragh (7f, heavy) 12 days ago. Minor promise when beaten 7l on debut but struggled at the Curragh 12 days ago.
2 10th (2) (250/1 -25%) Get Your Groove On	250 250/1(-25%)	(2) Get Your Groove On 250/1, Thrice-raced filly. Last of 8 in maiden (150/1) at Dundalk (7f) 45 days ago. Shown very little in three starts on AW so far and impossible to fancy here.

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13:15 Cork Maiden 7f Race Speed Rating Flow

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Ger Lyons has made a good start to the season and NATIONAL LADY looks the one to beat here. The Magna Grecia filly was third on both outings last term and the form of those races has worked out very well since. Both winners, Brilliant and Kitty Rose, have taken stakes races since while there have been several other winners come out of the races. Go Big Or Go Home is an interesting rival on her first outing for Paddy Twomey. She showed some promise when fourth on both outings in England last season but probably needs to step up on that form. Dakota Girl is a newcomer worth noting for Jessica Harrington. The Sioux Nation filly is a half-sister to three winners.

NATIONAL LADY was surrounded by subsequent winners in a similar event at Naas and this looks a good opportunity on her return. Wide With Delight and Dakota Girl are a couple of newcomers to note.

It's hard to get away from NATIONAL LADY after two placed efforts as a juvenile and she sets a solid standard on form

13:30 Haydock Maiden Hurdle (Class 3) 19f - 4 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
3 1st (3) (4/5 -40%) Disco Daisy	0.8 4/5(-40%)	(3) Disco Daisy 4/5, Doesn't stand out on pedigree but looked potentially useful when making a winning bumper debut at Chepstow last March. Ran below that form in a Cheltenham listed event in November but retains potential now hurdling. Impressed on bumper debut and then mid-division in a Cheltenham Listed race.
2 2nd (2) (2/1 +50%) Chatshow Host	2 2/1(+50%)	(2) Chatshow Host 2/1, Steady progress in 4 runs over hurdles, seeming to excel herself up in grade when 7 lengths sixth of 10 in a listed event at Doncaster (24.4f, heavy) 28 days ago. Good chance back down in class. Ran well in a Listed race last time, albeit at 3m; drops markedly in distance.
4 3rd (4) (11/2 +8%) Idylle Sauvage	5.5 11/2(+8%)	(4) Idylle Sauvage 11/2, Off the mark in Irish points at the fifth attempt and shaped as if in need of the experience when fifth on Rules debut at Uttoxeter (15.8f, heavy) in November. Should do better in time. Point winner; 22-1 and weakened into a remote fifth on switch to hurdles at Uttoxeter.
5 4th (5) (25/1 -317%) Reely Delightful	25 25/1(-317%)	(5) Reely Delightful 25/1, Well held in a Bangor bumper on debut 11 months ago. Last in a Bangor bumper 12 months ago but could be capable of a deal better.

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

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DISCO DAISY was fancied to be competitive in a Cheltenham Listed bumper in November when finishing down the field. A winner of her sole prior outing at Chepstow last March, a replication of that kind of performance may suffice on her hurdling bow. Chatshow Host boasts form over 3m having placed at Musselburgh in January and she is capable of being in the mix, along with Idylle Sauvage.

DISCO DAISY was a bit disappointing in a Cheltenham listed event when last seen in November, but she created an excellent impression when making a winning start at Chepstow and looks to have been found a good opportunity on her hurdling debut. Chatshow Host is feared most.

It's not a straightforward opener but DISCO DAISY appeals most on the strength of her two positive performances in bumpers.

13:45 Cork Stakes 7f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
3 1st (3) (1/20 +0%) One Look	0.05 1/20(+0%)	(3) One Look 1/20, €65,000 yearling, Gleneagles filly. Half-sister to useful winner up to 1½m Baptism. Dam, French 1m winner who stayed 1¼m, half-sister to very smart 7f-1½m winner I'm Your Man. 5/1, won 23-runner valuable sales event at the Curragh (7f, soft) on debut, forging clear. Off 6 months. Exciting prospect. Brilliant debut winner of the Goffs Million in September; this should be a stroll.
1 2nd (1) (12/1 +25%) Action Plan	12 12/1(+25%)	(1) Action Plan 12/1, Fair gelding. First run since leaving K. R. Burke when tenth of 13 in maiden at Dundalk (8f, 25/1) 22 days ago. Best form is on better ground but one of the likelier ones to chase home the favourite.
5 3rd (5) (14/1 +58%) Still Rolling	14 14/1(+58%)	(5) Still Rolling 14/1, Twice-raced maiden. 66/1, sixth of 11 in maiden at Gowran (8.3f, heavy). Off 165 days. Soundly beaten in a pair of maidens last year; could be capable of better.
2 4th (2) (33/1 -136%) Edvard Grieg	33 33/1(-136%)	(2) Edvard Grieg 33/1, Twice-raced maiden. 40/1, eighth of 14 in maiden at Naas (7f, good to soft). Off 6 months. Stable in good early season form and has a chance of winning the race for second.
4 5th (4) (50/1 +0%) Mags	50 50/1(+0%)	(4) Mags 50/1, Once-raced maiden. Fifth of 6 in maiden (10/1) at Naas (5.9f, heavy) on debut. Off 167 days. Did not show a great deal on debut at Naas in October; up against it here.

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13:45 Cork Stakes 7f Race Speed Rating Flow

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The exciting ONE LOOK will be a very short price in this and it would be a major shock if she was turned over. The daughter of Gleneagles looked a bit special when winning the Goffs Million on her debut at the Curragh last September. She beat a 101-rated rival in Cherry Blossom by six lengths then and the 1,000 Guineas hope faces nothing of that quality now. The 73-rated Action Plan may be the one to chase her home, although he needs to improve on his initial showing for Ger O'Leary in a Dundalk maiden just over three weeks ago. Still Rolling finished mid-division in a Gowran Park maiden when last seen in October and could pick up prize-money now.

ONE LOOK looked potentially out of the top drawer when trouncing more experienced rivals in a valuable sales event at the Curragh on debut in September and is almost impossible to oppose against this opposition. Action Plan can follow her home.

The ground might not be ideal, but this should be a stroll for leading Qipco 1000 Guineas fancy ONE LOOK

13:50 Musselburgh Handicap (Class 3) 8f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
4 (4) (11/8 +8%) Individualism	1.375 11/8(+8%)	(4) Individualism 11/8, Placed first 3 starts and his 5 lengths fifth of 13 at Newmarket (7f) final start came in a decent novice. The step up to 1m will suit and he's likely to be a major player for a leading stable which targets this race. Nicely bred colt who should progress this term; yard has won this race for last two years.
1 (1) (9/2 -13%) Ice Max	4.5 9/2(-13%)	(1) Ice Max 9/2, Pair of wins over 7f last year, showing useful form when forging well clear in 7f Catterick nursery on heavy for latter win in October. Well held at Doncaster final start but no surprise were he to bounce back to form with a bang. Return to a sharp course looks a plus, having gained both wins at Catterick.
3 (3) (6/1 +8%) Johnny Ringo	6 6/1(+8%)	(3) Johnny Ringo 6/1, Runner-up first 2 starts and made it third time lucky in 7f Newcastle novice in November. Opening mark demands improvement but he could easily have more to offer. Solid success at Newcastle on final 2yo start; open to further progress.
6 (6) (6/1 -33%) Berkshire Nugget	6 6/1(-33%)	(6) Berkshire Nugget 6/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Bit disappointing when last of 4 in 6f novice at Chester on final 2-y-o start but he's in good hands and retains potential now handicapping over a longer trip on return. May have something to offer in handicaps; possibilities off bottom weight.
5 (5) (7/1 +7%) Bill's Baar	7 7/1(+7%)	(5) Bill's Baar 7/1, Fair form at 2, including a 6f Ripon maiden win. Creditable second of 6 in 7f Doncaster nursery (heavy) on final start. Up in trip again on reappearance. Doesn't appear to be crying out for 1m; pedigree backs that up.
2 (2) (16/1 -113%) Power Of Zeus	16 16/1(-113%)	(2) Power Of Zeus 16/1, Much improved from debut when winning 9-runner maiden at Ripon (6f, good) in August. Found out under a penalty at Pontefract (6f again) the following month. Steps up significantly in trip for this handicap debut/reappearance. Has something to prove off this opening mark upped 2f in distance.

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13:50 Musselburgh Handicap (Class 3) 8f Race Class Flow

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INDIVIDUALISM may have failed to break the maiden as a two-year-old, but he produced some creditable efforts in defeat and a mark of 78 on his handicap debut could prove lenient. His connections won this contest last year and they can do so once more at the main expense of the talented Ice Max, who was an easy winner at Catterick on his penultimate outing. Others to note include Berkshire Nugget and Newcastle scorer Johnny Ringo.

The Johnston stable has a strong record in this so INDIVIDUALISM is the selection, with further progress likely now stepping up to 1m for his handicap debut. Ice Max might be the one to give him most to do.

Well-bred INDIVIDUALISM is taken to give the Johnston stable another win in this contest. Johnny Ringo is second choice.

13:55 Carlisle Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 17f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
5 (5) (11/4 +45%) Wise Guy	2.75 11/4(+45%)	(5) Wise Guy 11/4, Progressed again to open his account in 7-runner handicap hurdle at Lingfield (2m, heavy) last month. Turned over when odds on for his recent follow-up bid off this mark at Huntingdon, which somewhat tempers enthusiasm. Off the mark in February and not discredited when second last time; still has potential.
2 (2) (10/3 +52%) Sleeping Satellite	3.333333 10/3(+52%)	(2) Sleeping Satellite 10/3, Point/bumper winner who opened hurdles account in a C&D novice last term. Stepped up on return/handicap debut effort when second of 14 at Doncaster in December and, provided he's ready to roll following a break, a bold show could be on the way with William Maggs booked. C&D maiden; creditable second in Doncaster handicap last time and still low mileage.
1 (1) (9/2 -157%) Mount Gallion	4.5 9/2(-157%)	(1) Mount Gallion 9/2, Regressed in bumpers in Ireland but it's been a different story switched to hurdles for new connections, making it third time lucky in this sphere when landing a Huntingdon maiden (15.8f, soft) last time. Further progress likely now moving into handicap company. Kept on well to win Huntingdon maiden this month and might progress again in handicaps.
7 (7) (5/1 -25%) Chumlee	5 5/1(-25%)	(7) Chumlee 5/1, Low-mileage 9-y-o who left his qualifying runs well behind when making a successful handicap debut over 17f at Newcastle 12 months ago. Improved some more when scoring over the same C&D on second start following a break but this is more demanding up 4 lb. 2-3 in handicaps (both wins at Newcastle); no surprise if he makes further progress here.
4 (4) (7/1 -75%) Maillot Blanc	7 7/1(-75%)	(4) Maillot Blanc 7/1, Successful at Hereford last January and placed on 4 of his 5 subsequent starts, most recently at Perth (20.2f, soft) where he was reeled in close home. On the downside, he has an 11-month absence to overcome on this debut for new yard. In good form at end of last season but makes stable debut after 11-month absence.
6 (6) (15/2 +38%) Applaus	7.5 15/2(+38%)	(6) Applaus 15/2, Untrustworthy individual who isn't getting any younger and has not been at his best of late. Conversely, this 3-time C&D winner was a good third off a 10 lb higher mark here in November and a reproduction of that effort would put him firmly in the picture. Runs this track well and is very well handicapped but has become very unreliable.
8 (8) (22/1 -10%) Don't Look Back	22 22/1(-10%)	(8) Don't Look Back 22/1, Fair handicapper on Flat (stays 1m) and latest fourth of 14 in a handicap hurdle at Ayr (2m, good to soft) was his best effort yet in this sphere. However, combination of this stiffer track/forecast slower ground probably won't be ideal, as stamina doesn't appear to be his forte. 0-8 over hurdles; fair fourth at Ayr this month but effectively 3lb higher here.
3 (3) (80/1 -142%) Shantou Lucky	80 80/1(-142%)	(3) Shantou Lucky 80/1, Three-time winner in Ireland for Gavin Cromwell but ended last season on a downer and offered little on debut for new connections last month. Chase/dual hurdle winner in Ireland but pulled up when 40-1 for last month's stable debut.

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13:55 Carlisle Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 17f Race Class Flow

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Now that the penny has dropped for MOUNT GALLION after a relatively comfortable success at Huntingdon, there should be plenty more to come from the six-year-old on his handicap debut off what looks a workable mark. A winner of two of his last three starts, Chumlee must enter calculations along with Sleeping Satellite, who produced a creditable effort at Doncaster in December. Maillot Blanc and Wise Guy have the form to get involved too.

There should be more to come from MOUNT GALLION, who built on his eye-catching run at Newcastle when landing a Huntingdon maiden earlier this month and this opening mark doesn't look excessive. Sleeping Satellite was a winner of a C&D novice on his sole previous visit here and he rates the main danger on the back of his creditable second in a Doncaster handicap when last seen in December. The veteran Applaus is dangerous to discount having slipped down the weights and he is best of the rest.

Two of the others were last-time-out winners but this might be fought out by SLEEPING SATELLITE and Wise Guy.

14:05 Haydock Handicap Hurdle (Class 2) 16f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 (1) (5/2 +9%) Brentford Hope	2.5 5/2(+9%)	(1) Brentford Hope 5/2, Bordering on smart on Flat and easily bagged a third success over hurdles for current yard in a Newbury handicap in November. Posted 2 excellent efforts back over same C&D prior to resuming winning ways with a career best in 6-runner handicap at Newcastle (16.9f) 2 weeks ago. Sure to go well again. Consistent; latest Newcastle win was a career best; big player once more despite 5lb rise.
2 (2) (7/2 +49%) Playful Saint	3.5 7/2(+49%)	(2) Playful Saint 7/2, Lightly-raced 9-y-o who returned better than ever when neck second of 5 to Milldam in handicap hurdle at Stratford (16.3f, heavy) 19 days ago. Conditions in his favour and seems likely to make another bold bid. Rallying neck second to Milldam at Stratford; again has conditions to suit; solid chance.
5 (5) (11/2 +54%) The Churchill Lad	5.5 11/2(+54%)	(5) The Churchill Lad 11/2, Dual juvenile hurdle winner who struck again in 2m Haydock handicap in the mud in December and has run well on 2 of his 3 subsequent starts, including when fourth of 17 in Morebattle Hurdle at Kelso (16.2f) last time. C&D winner in December and fine fourth in Morebattle at Kelso last time; shortlisted.
7 (7) (6/1 +57%) Ballygeary	6 6/1(+57%)	(7) Ballygeary 6/1, 4-time hurdle winner who shaped as if still in good form in first-time cheekpieces when seventh of 17 in Morebattle Hurdle (Handicap) at Kelso (16.2f) 4 weeks ago, short of room from 2 out. Not taken lightly. Lightly raced 7yo; better than result when seventh in Morebattle; may have more to offer.
8 (8) (15/2 +25%) Mr Mackay	7.5 15/2(+25%)	(8) Mr Mackay 15/2, Off the marks over hurdles at the second time of asking in 6-runner Huntingdon maiden (19.5f) in October. Brushed off a rare poor effort when runner-up in a Hereford handicap in January and ran to a similar level when finding only one too good again at Plumpton last time. 1 lb out of the weights. 1-11; good second at Hereford and Plumpton last two starts but this is stronger.
6 (6) (12/1 +40%) Salsada	12 12/1(+40%)	(6) Salsada 12/1, Useful Flat/hurdles winner who looked rusty returning from 10 months off when tailed off in the Morebattle Hurdle Stepped up on that run when 11¾ third of 6 to Brentford Hope at Newcastle last time, though is still to fully confirm the form of her Doncaster Grade 2 second. Below par both starts this season but she's now well handicapped; drying ground would help.
10 (10) (20/1 -43%) El Jefe	20 20/1(-43%)	(10) El Jefe 20/1, Better than ever this season, completing a hat-trick at this course (18.9f) in December. Resumed winning ways at Sedgefield earlier in the month and found only an unexposed one too good at Bangor (16.7f) last week. 5 lb out of the weights but likely to give his running once more. Four wins this term and good second last week, but meets much stronger opposition here.
9 (9) (20/1 +39%) Three Cliffs Bay	20 20/1(+39%)	(9) Three Cliffs Bay 20/1, Left hurdles debut behind when winning a 2m Ffos Las novice (heavy) in November. Respectable efforts on 2 of his 3 starts since but needs a bit more from 4 lb out of the weights. Hasn't built on Ffos Las win; needs a personal best from 4lb out of the handicap.
4 (4) (22/1 -22%) Holly	22 22/1(-22%)	(4) Holly 22/1, Hasn't stood much racing but had been given a chance by the handicapper and, back under less testing conditions, ran out an impressive winner of 6-runner handicap at Market Rasen (16.6f, good to soft) in January. Easy to back and failed to repeat that effort at Plumpton, though. Has an in-and-out profile and might need a personal best even if she's on a going day.

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14:05 Haydock Handicap Hurdle (Class 2) 16f Race Class Flow

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BRENTFORD HOPE continues to progress over hurdles and arrives 5lb higher than a recent success at Newcastle. The seven-year-old doesn't appear to have reached his ceiling in this sphere yet and conditions are very much in his favour. Playful Saint finished second at Stratford earlier in the month and it wouldn't be a surprise if he went well given that was his first run for 12 months, while The Churchill Lad rates best of the rest.

BRENTFORD HOPE has got several very solid recent efforts on the clock to his name and, with this track likely to lend itself well to his strong-travelling style, he makes plenty of appeal off top weight. Playful Saint returned better than ever from a year-long absence when narrowly denied by the reopposing Milldam at Stratford recently and ought to go well again with conditions in his favour. Ballygeary and the aforementioned Milldam warrant respect, also.

In a competitive event, Brentford Hope is feared but a chance is taken with BALLYGEARY who didn't get the breaks last time.

14:10 Fairyhouse Maiden Hurdle 20f - 18 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
5 (5) (5/2 -43%) Butcher Hollow	2.5 5/2(-43%)	(5) Butcher Hollow 5/2, Lightly-raced winner under NH rules. 7/2, creditable third of 11 in novice hurdle at Naas (18.5f, soft) 62 days ago. Booking of Townend a plus. Tongue strap on 1st time. Solid claims. Point and bumper winner with useful maiden hurdle form, interesting with Paul Townend up.
15 (15) (7/2 +13%) Postileo	3.5 7/2(+13%)	(15) Postileo 7/2, Smart Flat winner who shaped better than the distance beaten suggests when third of 7 in maiden hurdle at Leopardstown (20f, heavy) on NH debut 26 days ago, doing too much too soon. Open to considerable improvement. Winner of four races on the Flat, remote third on hurdling debut at Leopardstown.
2 (2) (4/1 +33%) Al Gasparo	4 4/1(+33%)	(2) Al Gasparo 4/1, Thrice-raced maiden under NH rules. 50/1, second of 15 in maiden hurdle at this course (16f, heavy) 66 days ago, clear of rest. First run for yard after leaving Dermot Anthony McLoughlin. Point winner, stepped up from hurdling debut when chasing home a smart horse over 2m here.
16 (16) (9/2 +25%) The Lovely Man	4.5 9/2(+25%)	(16) The Lovely Man 9/2, Fairly useful hurdler. 14/1 and tongue strap on for 1st time, very good second of 19 in handicap hurdle at Gowran (20.1f, heavy) 42 days ago. Cheekpieces on for 1st time and can give another good account. Relatively unexposed and has time on his side; tongue-tie tried now.
14 (14) (15/2 +63%) Mclaurey	7.5 15/2(+63%)	(14) Mclaurey 15/2, €55,000 3-y-o, Jukebox Jury gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to fairly useful hurdler (stayed 21f) Princelet and bumper winner/fairly useful hurdler (stayed 2¾m) Cockleshell Road. Easy winner sole outing in points (Nov 2023). Wears hood for Rules debut. Jukebox Jury gelding, looked a useful sort when winning a maiden point with plenty in hand.
7 (7) (9/1 +0%) Don Chalant	9 9/1(+0%)	(7) Don Chalant 9/1, Fair hurdler. Creditable second of 21 in novice hurdle at Naas (19f, heavy, 10/1) 20 days ago. Solid bumper form, enough promise in his second in a Naas maiden hurdle to merit respect.
6 (6) (14/1 -75%) Cut The Rope	14 14/1(-75%)	(6) Cut The Rope 14/1, Bumper winner who got back on track when second of 8 in novice hurdle at Punchestown (19.8f, heavy) 41 days ago. Rated the equal of Butcher Hollow and The Lovely Man, unlikely to be far away.
18 (18) (25/1 -150%) Heroes Rise	25 25/1(-150%)	(18) Heroes Rise 25/1, €7,000 3-y-o, £85,000 4-y-o, Sandmason gelding. Brother to fair hurdler Tir Dubh, stayed 25f. Dam, maiden pointer, sister to fairly useful hurdler (2m-2½m winner) Macs Valley. Successful sole outing in points in February and rates an interesting newcomer to Rules. Wide-margin point winner at Tinahely, interesting acquisition for Gordon Elliott..
12 (12) (66/1 -313%) Jocker Du Moulin	66 66/1(-313%)	(12) Jocker Du Moulin 66/1, €60,000 3-y-o, £40,000 5-y-o, Buck's Boum gelding. Half-brother to French 21f chase winner Grivetta. Dam unraced. Third sole outing in points (Feb 17). Showed up quite well before fading into third on debut in a point at Oldtown six weeks ago.
8 (8) (66/1 -32%) For Fear Of Frost	66 66/1(-32%)	(8) For Fear Of Frost 66/1, Thrice-raced maiden under NH rules. 18/1, again failed to match his debut effort (fair form) when ninth of 16 in maiden hurdle at Cork (24.8f, good to soft). Off 10 months. Down in trip. Debut was behind Impaire Et Passe, lesser form in two subsequent runs, lacks a recent run.
13 (13) (80/1 -100%) Lovely Hurling	80 80/1(-100%)	(13) Lovely Hurling 80/1, Walk In The Park gelding. Half-brother to useful hurdler Cadatharla, stays 2¾m. Dam (h116) 2m hurdle winner. Market for clues. One of three newcomers here for the trainer of The Lovely Man, probably best watched.
10 (10) (100/1 -400%) Haveigotnewsforyou	100 100/1(-400%)	(10) Haveigotnewsforyou 100/1, €80,000 3-y-o, Milan gelding. Dam (c133/h115) 2m-2½m hurdle/chase winner. Market can guide to expectations on debut. Dam Avondhu Lady was a useful sort, trainer has an obvious chance with The Lovely Man.
11 (11) (125/1 -400%) Jassur Des Brosses	125 125/1(-400%)	(11) Jassur Des Brosses 125/1, Modest form both starts in bumpers. Makes hurdles debut. Well held by Butcher Hollow on Galway bumper run, better run at Punchestown.
1 (1) (125/1 -213%) Agree To Disagree	125 125/1(-213%)	(1) Agree To Disagree 125/1, Once-raced maiden. 22/1, seventh of 8 in bumper at Punchestown (15.9f, heavy) on NH debut 41 days ago. Makes hurdles debut. Up in trip. Finished with only one behind him in a Punchestown bumper, likely to need this experience..
17 (17) (125/1 -150%) Useta Lover	125 125/1(-150%)	(17) Useta Lover 125/1, €9,000 3-y-o, Court Cave gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to useful hurdle winner/smart chaser (stayed 3¼m) In Compliance and fair hurdler/smart chaser (stayed 29f) One Cool Cookie. One of three newcomers here for the trainer of The Lovely Man, probably best watched.
19 (19) (150/1 +25%) Curzon Queen	150 150/1(+25%)	(19) Curzon Queen 150/1, Modest maiden on Flat who showed nothing when pulled up in maiden hurdle at Navan (16f, heavy) on NH debut 28 days ago, tailing off 3 out. Up in trip. 0-12 on the Flat, huge price when pulled up on hurdling/stable debut at Navan..
3 (3) (150/1 -200%) Bondi Boy Blue	150 150/1(-200%)	(3) Bondi Boy Blue 150/1, Hallowed Crown gelding. Dam, made frame once in bumpers, half-sister to fairly useful hurdler (stays 21f) On My Command. Dam was of little account but finished fourth in bumper, decent Flat pedigree.
4 (4) (200/1 -203%) Bruno From Mars	200 200/1(-203%)	(4) Bruno From Mars 200/1, Well held in bumper/maiden hurdles. Up in trip. No merit in the form of his three outings including two in maiden hurdles.

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14:10 Fairyhouse Maiden Hurdle 20f Race Speed Rating Flow

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Paul Townend is an eye-catching booking for BUTCHER HOLLOW and he can gain a deserved win over timber. The Kingston Hill gelding has been placed in three maiden hurdles over the winter following his bumper win at Galway in October and has run into some smart sorts. He has a decent rating of 118, shared by a couple of others in the field. Cut The Rope has the same mark and comes here off the back of a solid run to chase home Paggane at Punchestown last month. The Lovely Man was second in handicap company at Gowran Park on his return from a short break last month and is another that has to be on the shortlist.

BUTCHER HOLLOW shaped second best for much of the straight when third at Naas in January and, with the timefigure supporting the performance, he's selected to open his account as a hurdler. The Lovely Man and Postileo head the opposition in an interesting maiden.

Three horses are inseparable on official ratings. Slight preference is for BUTCHER HOLLOW over The Lovely Man and Cut The Rope

14:20 Cork Handicap 7f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
2 (2) (13/8 +35%) Ringside Timing	1.625 13/8(+35%)	(2) Ringside Timing 13/8, Dawn Approach gelding who showed promise initially in maidens last summer. Progress levelled out thereafter, well held on handicap debut at the Curragh (1m) in October. Pick of form gives him claims if subsequent 5-month break has had positive effect. No impression on his nursery debut at the Curragh in the autumn but capable of involvement.
3 (3) (2/1 +27%) Uncle Albert	2 2/1(+27%)	(3) Uncle Albert 2/1, Improved for step up to this trip when close-up third at the Curragh (7f, heavy) in September. Creditable fourth from revised mark next time and final start at Dundalk in October best overlooked (hampered over 1f out). Not discounted on return. Good nursery form last year; trip and ground in his favour here and likely to be a factor.
5 (5) (7/1 +0%) Vangelis	7 7/1(+0%)	(5) Vangelis 7/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Last of 8 in claimer at Fairyhouse (7f, good to soft, 16/1). Off 6 months. Makes handicap debut. Must find best form. Last of eight in a Fairyhouse claimer when last seen; doubts about the ground.
4 (4) (15/2 -50%) Nika Pika	7.5 15/2(-50%)	(4) Nika Pika 15/2, Off the mark in a Navan maiden (1m) in August but well held next 2 starts returned to handicaps in the autumn. Market may prove a useful guide on return to action partnered by Colin Keane. Best form on better ground and has a question to answer on her return to action.
1 (1) (10/1 -122%) Promo Queen	10 10/1(-122%)	(1) Promo Queen 10/1, Winner at the Curragh in September. 150/1, out of depth when 17¼ lengths last of 14 to Mountain Bear in listed race at Dundalk (7f) in October. This rates more suitable on return to action and underfoot conditions will hold no fears. Won a soft ground Curragh nursery over this trip in September; leading contender here.
6 (6) (11/1 -57%) Cool Dan	11 11/1(-57%)	(6) Cool Dan 11/1, Maiden who ran respectably in change of headgear when third in a Dundalk claimer (7f) earlier this month. However, well held eighth of 9 in handicap at Dundalk (7f) 15 days ago. Failed to cut much ice on turf last year including on heavy; others preferred.

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14:20 Cork Handicap 7f Race Speed Rating Flow

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PROMO QUEEN won a nursery on soft ground at the Curragh last September and may prove the pick in a tricky looking contest. She was outclassed when tried in stakes company on her final outing at Dundalk and this looks more her level. Ringside Timing had some nice maiden form earlier in his campaign last season, including finishing third in a decent contest at Galway, and could be a danger. Cool Dan comes here fit from the all-weather but this ground would be a bit of a concern.

A trappy 3-y-o handicap and with that in mind a chance is taken on RINGSIDE TIMING. He ended his 2-y-o campaign on a low-key note but a return to the pick of his form in maidens would make him of interest if bouncing back following 5 months off. Promo Queen and Uncle Albert head up the dangers.

The one to be on could just be UNCLE ALBERT, weighted to turn the tables with Promo Queen from the Curragh last season

14:25 Musselburgh Handicap (Class 2) 7f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
2 (2) (11/4 +0%) Poet Master	2.75 11/4(+0%)	(2) Poet Master 11/4, Made it 3 wins from only 4 starts when comfortable winner of a 7f handicap at the Doncaster St Leger meeting in September. The handicapper hasn't missed him with an 8 lb rise but surprise if this lightly-raced sort doesn't have more to offer. Progressive in his first season last year; Doncaster win took his record over 7f to 3-3.
3 (3) (7/2 +22%) Gweedore	3.5 7/2(+22%)	(3) Gweedore 7/2, Very useful front-runner who is seeking a hat-trick of wins in this race. Yet to win from his current triple-figure breaking but should still go well. Productive handicapper who has won this contest for the last two years; major player.
8 (8) (11/2 +50%) Zip	5.5 11/2(+50%)	(8) Zip 11/2, C&D winner. Three wins from 13 runs last year. Respectable fourth of 14 in handicap (13/2) at Doncaster (6f, soft) last Sunday. Return to 7f ideal and enters the reckoning. Possibilities back at his optimum trip, especially granted ideal ground (soft/heavy).
5 (5) (13/2 +46%) Darkness	6.5 13/2(+46%)	(5) Darkness 13/2, Ran up to best in change of headgear when opening account for this yard at Newmarket (1m) last July. Also good fourth in the very competitive Golden Mile at Goodwood last summer. Ran well on last year's reappearance. Well capable of being involved but is expensive to follow; others preferred.
9 (9) (15/2 -7%) Love De Vega	7.5 15/2(-7%)	(9) Love De Vega 15/2, Won twice over 7f at Chelmsford this year. Shaped as if still in form (met trouble) when seventh of 13 at Newcastle (7f) latest. Equally as effective on turf (former C&D winner). Generally in good form on AW since the autumn; last turf win came at Musselburgh.
6 (6) (11/1 -10%) Abduction	11 11/1(-10%)	(6) Abduction 11/1, Rounded of 2023 with a 7f Wolverhampton win in October but he needed the run when only sixth of 11 in this 12 months ago and might be a similar story again. Didn't have the run of things in this race last year; has career-high mark to overcome now.
4 (4) (18/1 -29%) Boardman	18 18/1(-29%)	(4) Boardman 18/1, Added to his excellent Chester record with a 7.5f win last May. Below par later in 2023 but that has resulted in him dropping back to favourable mark. Got to be a chance he'll need this first run back, though. Overall record suggests he'll be more interesting with this reappearance under his belt.
7 (7) (20/1 +20%) Redarna	20 20/1(+20%)	(7) Redarna 20/1, Back to form with a bang at Carlisle (7f) in August. Retreated into his shell again in the autumn and remains 3 lb above that successful mark on reappearance. Not sure what to expect from this veteran on seasonal debut.

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14:25 Musselburgh Handicap (Class 2) 7f Race Class Flow

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A winner of three of his four career outings, including a taking performance at Doncaster last September, POET MASTER looks a smart sort for Karl Burke to go to war with this year and he can get his season off to the best possible start. A consistent individual at this level, Northern Express can give the selection the most to think about, while Gweedore, who has won this contest quite comfortably the last two years, is another to take seriously.

There's surely more to come from the lightly-raced POET MASTER who can take the next step up the ladder on his return. The likeable Northern Express returns off the same mark as when runner-up in a competitive York handicap on his final start last year and is second choice ahead of Gweedore, who is bidding for a third successive win in this race.

This race features one to follow, namely POET MASTER (nap) who should improve further this term. Gweedore is feared most.

14:30 Carlisle Handicap Chase (Class 4) 16f - 3 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
3 (3) (Evens +47%) Grey Skies	0 Evens(+47%)	(3) Grey Skies Evens, Dual winner in novice company last spring and wasn't beaten far back from a break here (21f, soft) in December. Another sound effort when second at Market Rasen next time before failing to stay 23.6f on his latest start. Needs considering back down in trip. Did not see out 2m7f last month but has strong claims here if judged on earlier form.
4 (4) (5/4 +29%) Cornerstone Lad	1.25 5/4(+29%)	(4) Cornerstone Lad 5/4, Six-time winner from 16 starts over hurdles but strike rate in this sphere is not so good (1-19). Decent second off 3 lb higher at Newcastle on penultimate start but below par tried in a visor at Ayr next time and connections now turn to blinkers. Kept on well to snatch second two starts ago but is nothing like the force of old.
1 (1) (8/1 -129%) Getaway Luv	8 8/1(-129%)	(1) Getaway Luv 8/1, Resumed winning ways at Wetherby (19.4f, good) in October, before making the frame at Catterick last time. However, failed to fire on his latest start in January (since undergone a wind op) and he could do with the ground drying out. Just held on off today's mark in the autumn but would appeal more on better ground.

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14:30 Carlisle Handicap Chase (Class 4) 16f Race Class Flow

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The Micky Hammond stable can do little wrong at present and this looks like a perfect opportunity for CORNERSTONE LAD to get back to winning ways. The son of Delegator may be winless since January 2022, but he has dropped to a mark 27lb below his last success and he can see off The Big Jetaway, who will have benefitted from a break following his Sedgefield mishap. Grey Skies could be the stable's first string going by the booking of Brian Hughes.

Stablemates GREY SKIES and The Big Jetaway can fight out the finish. The former appeals as the most likely winner having edged back down to the mark off which he scored at Perth last spring, while this drop back in trip looks a good move and he is Brian Hughes's pick. Cornerstone Lad could be in line for minor place money.

This drop back in trip looks the right move for GREY SKIES (nap), and he appears to have been found a very good opportunity.

14:40 Haydock Handicap Hurdle (Class 2) 24f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
4 (4) (5/1 +38%) Doughmore Bay	5 5/1(+38%)	(4) Doughmore Bay 5/1, Made a winning start under Rules in 2½m Worcester novice hurdle in May. Has yet to build on that but ran well over a slightly longer trip than previously after 11 weeks off when second of 7 in a Plumpton handicap (25f, good to soft) in January. Remains capable of better. Just second handicap when runner-up at Plumpton (3m1f) in January; likely more to come.
5 (5) (6/1 +40%) Tanganyika	6 6/1(+40%)	(5) Tanganyika 6/1, Improved for the step up to a staying trip when scoring at Bangor (23f) in December and firmly back on the up when readily making all in treacherous conditions at Newbury (24.2f). More or less backed up that improvement in a valuable affair at Uttoxeter but his current mark demands a bit more. Sauntered 25l clear on heavy at Newbury this month but 20l third in deeper race since.
6 (6) (6/1 -9%) Astronomic View	6 6/1(-9%)	(6) Astronomic View 6/1, Exeter bumper winner who confirmed previous promise over hurdles when recording a wide-margin success in 6-runner handicap at Warwick (26f, heavy) 3 weeks ago, albeit in a race that fell apart. Respected up 8 lb. Easily saw off a couple of these in the mud at Warwick three weeks ago; respected up 8lb.
1 (1) (6/1 +33%) Judicial Law	6 6/1(+33%)	(1) Judicial Law 6/1, Added to his tally in first-time cheekpieces at Kelso in September before finishing runner-up in a deeper handicap at Cheltenham. Shaped as if better for the run when fifth in 3m handicap at Newbury 49 days ago and could go well in refitted headgear. Shaped quite well at Newbury latest and his stable does well in this race; player.
9 (9) (13/2 +46%) Picanha	6.5 13/2(+46%)	(9) Picanha 13/2, Made it 2-5 over hurdles when gamely accounting for 6 rivals in a Warwick handicap (25f, good) in April 2022. Shaped as if retaining all ability after 22 months off when fourth at Newbury (24.2f) 7 weeks ago and is entitled to sharpen up for the outing. Showed he retains ability after long absence when fourth at Newbury last month.
3 (3) (17/2 -31%) Goshhowposh	8.5 17/2(-31%)	(3) Goshhowposh 17/2, Low-mileage 7-y-o who has landed a brace of handicaps at around 3m this season without looking the finished article. Failed to meet expectations when pulled up at Exeter last time and blinkers now applied. Improved to win again on Boxing Day; pulled up at Exeter since but may revive in blinkers.
13 (13) (17/2 -31%) Shoeshine Boy	8.5 17/2(-31%)	(13) Shoeshine Boy 17/2, Tongue tied and got off the mark for the season in 13-runner handicap at Ayr (24.3f, heavy) in February. Followed up from a 3 lb higher mark at Kelso but had nothing to spare. On a hat-trick after wins at Ayr and Kelso; this is harder but clearly thriving.
10 (10) (11/1 -29%) Secret Trix	11 11/1(-29%)	(10) Secret Trix 11/1, Thrived with cheekpieces applied in the first half of the season, completing a hat-trick at Uttoxeter (23.3f) in July. Found only one too good at Worcester and Aintree subsequently and another good run seems likely back from a break (capable fresh). Three wins and two 2nds in first half of season; player if resuming in same form.
7 (7) (14/1 +0%) My Bobby Dazzler	14 14/1(+0%)	(7) My Bobby Dazzler 14/1, Dug deep when making a successful start over fences at Worcester in June and ran creditably back over hurdles when second at Cheltenham (3m, soft) on New Year's Day. However, disappointed at Huntingdon and was no match for Astronomic View at Warwick (26f) last time. Runner-up twice over hurdles this year, although 21l behind Astronomic View latterly.
2 (2) (22/1 +0%) Martha Brae	22 22/1(+0%)	(2) Martha Brae 22/1, Largely consistent sort who got her head back in front at Kempton (24.5f) over Christmas. Ran respectably next 2 outings, including in a C&D Grade 2, but produced a laboured effort back in a handicap at Warwick last time. Never going well when remote third to Astronomic View latest but in good form before that.
12 (12) (28/1 -40%) Paricolor	28 28/1(-40%)	(12) Paricolor 28/1, Has tumbled in the weights this season and ran well when runner-up at Fontwell (25.8f, soft) on Boxing Day. However, needs to case aside a poor run at Exeter last week. Visor on for 1st time. Claims on placed form in late 2023 but pulled up at Exeter only 11 days ago; new headgear.
11 (11) (40/1 -82%) Balkardy	40 40/1(-82%)	(11) Balkardy 40/1, Gained reward for his consistency when gaining a first success of the season at Musselburgh (23.8f, soft) in February. Turned in a rare poor effort when tailed off at Warwick since. Game win at Musselburgh (3m, soft) last month but ran poorly behind some of these since.

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14:40 Haydock Handicap Hurdle (Class 2) 24f Race Class Flow

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ASTRONOMIC VIEW took his form to a new level when gaining his first success over hurdles by a wide margin from the reopposing My Bobby Dazzler at Warwick and an 8lb rise might not be enough to stop him from backing that performance up. The hat-trick seeking Shoeshine Boy remains open to further improvement, while others for the shortlist include Secret Trix, who may appreciate a tongue-tie being applied for the first time, and Judicial Law.

A hard race to be dogmatic about but JUDICIAL LAW shaped as if better for the run when fifth at Newbury last month and could be the answer with headgear refitted. Secret Trix is sure to be in the thick of the action if picking up where he left off in the autumn, with Astronomic View respected up 8 lb for his Warwick romp.

Jonjo O'Neill has won this three times since 2017 so the suggestion is JUDICIAL LAW, who shaped well last time.

14:45 Fairyhouse Conditions Chase 25f - 4 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
4 (4) (2/7 -164%) Ferns Lock	0.285714 2/7(-164%)	(4) Ferns Lock 2/7, Useful chaser. Course winner. 1 win from 3 runs this season. Pulled up in Festival Challenge Cup at Cheltenham (26.3f, heavy, 7/2) 15 days ago. Had been in top form prior to that and makes plenty of appeal back in calmer waters. Ram much too freely and jumped poorly at Cheltenham, hard to beat if no ill-effects, hood.
3 (3) (4/1 +47%) Boss Robin	4 4/1(+47%)	(3) Boss Robin 4/1, Fair chaser. 5/1, career best when winning 10-runner hunter chase at Thurles (24.8f, soft) 25 days ago, doing better under change of tactics. More required here. Struggled in a Thurles event won by Ferns Lock in January, winner in lesser company latest.
5 (5) (10/1 +0%) Grange Island	10 10/1(+0%)	(5) Grange Island 10/1, Fair chaser. Course winner. 1 win from 3 runs this season. Latest win in chase here in November. 33/1, pulled up in hunter chase at Thurles (24.6f, heavy) 69 days ago won by Ferns Lock. Made a winning return over C&D in November, pulled up in Thurles event won by Ferns Lock.
1 (1) (40/1 -150%) Albaquirky	40 40/1(-150%)	(1) Albaquirky 40/1, Well-beaten sixth of 10 to Boss Robin in hunter chase at Thurles (24.8f, soft, 20/1) on debut over fences 25 days ago. Looks out of his depth now after a remote sixth behind Boss Robin at Thurles.

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14:45 Fairyhouse Conditions Chase 25f Race Speed Rating Flow

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FERNS LOCK didn't give his true running at Cheltenham when getting worked up beforehand and doing too much throughout the race. This small field here will suit better and he's fancied to bounce back in a lesser contest. He had been impressive when winning at Thurles previously. Boss Robin was a game winner of a hunter chase at Thurles earlier in the month and is noted along with Grange Island.

FERNS LOCK didn't come up to expectations at Cheltenham but he sets the standard in this based on what he'd been doing previously and he's firmly expected to get back on track. Annamix is the obvious danger and Boss Robin should give his running.

Things did not go according to plan for FERNS LOCK at Cheltenham but he still appeals as a horse with major potential in this category

14:55 Cork Handicap 7f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
7 (7) (2/1 +27%) Ramiro	2 2/1(+27%)	(7) Ramiro 2/1, Latest win at Chester in September. Creditable second of 16 in handicap (8/1) at Naas (7f, heavy) 6 days ago, no match for winner. One of the likelier types here with a repeat. 7f winner on heavy at Chester in September; 2 encouraging runs for this yard; in the mix.
4 (4) (11/2 +8%) Joe Masseria	5.5 11/2(+8%)	(4) Joe Masseria 11/2, All the better for his respective reappearance when landing this race 12 months ago. Efforts mixed thereafter but entitled to be sharper for first start for 5 months/yard debut at the Curragh (1m, heavy) and lurking on a handy mark if building on that re-united with Colin Keane. Never involved latest but won this race last year after a prep and 6lb lower this year.
3 (3) (13/2 -63%) Scholarship	6.5 13/2(-63%)	(3) Scholarship 13/2, Made a winning return in the mud at Newbury (7f) last spring and ended last season with a good second over that C&D in September. Changed hands for 31,000 gns thereafter and he's worth a second look back from 6 months off. Won over 7f on last season's return; good 2nd on final start in Britain; off 189 days.
1 (1) (7/1 -40%) Simply Sideways	7 7/1(-40%)	(1) Simply Sideways 7/1, Five wins from 13 runs last year. Latest win at Tipperary in October. Bit below form ninth of 19 in handicap at the Curragh (8f, heavy, 22/1) 12 days ago, not knocked about. Should be sharper with that under her belt. Highly progressive last term; fair return at the Curragh but all her best form over 1m+.
8 (8) (15/2 -7%) Sirjack Thomas	7.5 15/2(-7%)	(8) Sirjack Thomas 15/2, Thirteen runs since last win in 2023. 9/1, bit below form fourth of 16 in handicap at Naas (7f, heavy) 6 days ago. Can make presence felt. 2l behind Ramiro last week and 1lb lower now; form at this venue a concern though.
5 (5) (17/2 +23%) Independent Expert	8.5 17/2(+23%)	(5) Independent Expert 17/2, 22/1, creditable fourth of 15 in handicap at Galway (8.3f, heavy), ridden over 1f out and keeping on. Has gone well fresh previously but she returns 3 b above last winning mark. Beaten 7l in this last year from 3lb lower and lacks a prep; best recent form at 1m.
9 (9) (9/1 -29%) Secret Magician	9 9/1(-29%)	(9) Secret Magician 9/1, Both victories to date have come at 6f but ended last year in good order, respectable third of 14 in handicap at Dundalk (7f) in November. Possible this run will be needed following 4 months off, however. Both wins on quicker ground at 6f; good run on AW latest but lilkely to need the run here.
6 (6) (12/1 -33%) Coumshingaun	12 12/1(-33%)	(6) Coumshingaun 12/1, 40/1, 15½ lengths ninth of 14 to Aussie Girl in listed race at the Curragh (6f, soft) in October, pushed along halfway and unable to land a blow. This more suitable back from 6 months off and the market should guide. Yet to win over this far but some good races in defeat; may be best watched on return.
2 (2) (16/1 -33%) Spanish Tenor	16 16/1(-33%)	(2) Spanish Tenor 16/1, Veteran. C&D winner. Latest win at Listowel in September. Below form ninth of 16 in handicap (16/1) at Naas (7f, heavy) 6 days ago. Course winner; 1lb above last winning mark; may get uncontested lead; below form on return.

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14:55 Cork Handicap 7f Race Speed Rating Flow

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RAMIRO ran well when chasing home easy winner Janoobi at Naas last weekend and can go one better. The Born To Sea gelding remains on the same mark now, he handles this ground and the trip seems ideal. He may be able to confirm form with Sirjack Thomas, who was a couple of lengths behind then and is only a pound better off. Simply Sideways was a bit keen on her return at the Curragh but didn't run too badly when finishing ninth in the Irish Lincolnshire. Wayne Hassett takes 7lb off her back and she could get closer now.

A winner in this race from a 6 lb higher mark, JOE MASSERIA shaped as if he'd come on for his return/yard debut effort at the Curragh 12 days ago and, re-united with Colin Keane, he could be worth chancing to strike. Ramiro and Scholarship both have reasons to recommend them also and are feared most.

Colin Keane won this last year on JOE MASSERIA and may do so again from a lower mark with the benefit of a recent prep run

15:00 Musselburgh Handicap (Class 2) 5f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
2 (2) (5/2 +9%) Silky Wilkie	2.5 5/2(+9%)	(2) Silky Wilkie 5/2, Smart performance when routing his field in this race last year, with the reopposing Vintage Clarets 4¾ lengths back in second. Has rarely reproduced that level since, including in 3 AW outings this year, but he is starting to look well treated if a return to turf sparks a revival. Easy win in this race last year off 2lb higher; fit from AW and could go well.
5 (5) (10/3 +63%) Glorious Angel	3.333333 10/3(+63%)	(5) Glorious Angel 10/3, Useful filly who ran as well as could have been expected in listed company at Doncaster last weekend. More realistic chance back in a handicap from a mark which hasn't been this low for a while. 5f on slow ground suits well; good run in Listed event last week; dangerous back in h'cap.
6 (6) (11/2 -57%) Zarzyni	5.5 11/2(-57%)	(6) Zarzyni 11/2, C&D winner. Eighteen runs since last win in 2022. Good second of 12 in handicap at Newcastle (5f, 4/1) 27 days ago. Respected. His last win came in this race two years ago; on a good mark and in form; ground not ideal.
1 (1) (11/2 -22%) Vintage Clarets	5.5 11/2(-22%)	(1) Vintage Clarets 11/2, Chased home Silky Wilkie in this on 2023 reappearance and went on to enjoy a very successful campaign, scoring 4 times over 5f. Ground conditions fine and should give a good account if fully primed after 5 months off. Nearly 5l behind Silky Wilkie in this race last year and 8lb worse off today.
3 (3) (11/1 -47%) Fine Wine	11 11/1(-47%)	(3) Fine Wine 11/1, Eleven runs since last win in 2022 but he did show useful form when placed in competitive 5f sprints at York and Newcastle last summer. This winter's AW efforts have been well short of his best, though. Dropped a long way in the weights; hasn't run badly in tough races the last twice; chance.
4 (4) (11/1 -22%) Looking For Lynda	11 11/1(-22%)	(4) Looking For Lynda 11/1, Better than ever when winning in a big field at York last September. Ended last season with a disappointing run back at York but he's on a competitive mark if ready to roll after 169 days off. Chance on last season's best form but he would be of greater interest on a faster surface.
8 (8) (14/1 -27%) Princess Karine	14 14/1(-27%)	(8) Princess Karine 14/1, C&D winner in September. 28/1, creditable fourth of 9 in handicap at Newcastle (5f) on reappearance 17 days ago, tiring only late on. This front-runner could strip fitter now. High on the shortlist. Good C&D record and shaped well on recent AW return; untried on soft ground.
7 (7) (25/1 -39%) Be Proud	25 25/1(-39%)	(7) Be Proud 25/1, Three wins from 13 runs last year, the latest win coming in the mud at Ayr in October. Ended 2023 on a low note, though, and got to be chance he'll need this after a break. Three wins last year came over further; handles bad ground but may need this after a break.

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15:00 Musselburgh Handicap (Class 2) 5f Race Class Flow

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

An impressive winner of this contest last year off 2lb higher, SILKY WILKIE should be fit after some recent spins on the all-weather and soft ground should not inconvenience him. Vintage Clarets (second) has almost five lengths to make up with the selection from last year but went on to score four times last season and warrants consideration, along with C&D winner Looking For Lynda. Zarzyni won this two years ago and is likely to be thereabouts too.

It might be worth chancing SILKY WILKIE to bounce back to form with a bang having dropped to 2 lb lower than when bolting up in this race 12 months ago. Princess Karine shaped quite well on her recent Newcastle reappearance and is second choice ahead of Zarzyni and Vintage Clarets, who chased home the selection last year.

His AW campaign has been a bit underwhelming but SILKY WILKIE is better handicapped again now and can win this race for a second time.

15:05 Carlisle Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 19f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
2 (2) (4/5 -19%) Mr Bramley	0.8 4/5(-19%)	(2) Mr Bramley 4/5, Progressive in bumpers and immediate improvement on hurdles debut at Bangor (19.6f, heavy) where he landed a decent novice event in decisive fashion. Has to be taken very seriously indeed with further progress a distinct possibility. Confirmed bumper promise when making winning hurdling debut at Bangor; may well follow up.
4 (4) (3/1 +14%) Looking As You Are	3 3/1(+14%)	(4) Looking As You Are 3/1, Showed plenty when runner-up on first 3 outings in bumpers and improved on her hurdling debut form to get off the mark at Ludlow last month. Another step forward when doubling her tally at Plumpton (20.5f, soft) and she should have a part to play. Progressive winner of two mares hurdles; faces sterner assignment against geldings.
3 (3) (10/3 -11%) Panhandle Slim	3.333333 10/3(-11%)	(3) Panhandle Slim 10/3, Hit the frame in a couple of above-average bumpers and confirmed the promise of his hurdling debut when winning 8-runner novice at Sedgefield (19.8f, soft) on Boxing Day. Solid 5¾ lengths third to Mr Bramley at Bangor since and this stiffer track should play to his strengths. Better off with Mr Bramley after finishing third at Bangor but that rival looks unexposed.
6 (6) (40/1 -60%) The White Rat	40 40/1(-60%)	(6) The White Rat 40/1, Forever Now gelding. Dam 2½m-3m hurdle/chase winner. Fourth on sole start in points this month and probably worth taking on here. Beaten 19l in 2m point bumper 13 days ago; bred to be better suited by this sort of trip.
7 (7) (66/1 -100%) Atlanticexpress	66 66/1(-100%)	(7) Atlanticexpress 66/1, Closely related to 3 winners, including fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser Lock's Corner, stays 25f, and modest hurdler My Peggy. However, safely held on debut for Joseph O'Brien in a mares' maiden hurdle at Punchestown and opposable starting out for new yard here. Well held on her only run in Ireland; needs to have improved markedly for change of stable.
5 (5) (150/1 -127%) Charizord	150 150/1(-127%)	(5) Charizord 150/1, Showed nothing in Naas bumper for Harry Smyth last February and reappearance spin for new yard at Newcastle was devoid of promise. Big step forward needed now switched to hurdles. Beaten out of sight in two bumpers, most recently on stable debut; difficult to recommend.

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15:05 Carlisle Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 19f Race Class Flow

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

MR BRAMLEY scored with authority at Bangor last month and makes plenty of appeal. He beat a good yardstick that day in the shape of dual bumper scorer Guard The Moon and both the trip and ground is ideal for the six-year-old. Looking As You Are has won at Ludlow and Plumpton and she is another to consider going against the boys this time, while Panhandle Slim is respected too.

This has the look a of a pretty useful novice event and MR BRAMLEY gets the nod. He improved with each of his three starts in bumpers and continued on an upward curve when striking on debut in this sphere at Bangor. Panhandle Slim, who put in a good shift behind the selection at Bangor and should be suited by this stiffer track, is the danger. The hat-trick seeking Looking As You Are is also accorded respect.

There might be more improvement in MR BRAMLEY who was impressive at Bangor. Panhandle Slim has a 6lb pull with the selection.

15:15 Haydock Handicap Chase (Class 2) 20f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
5 (5) (10/3 +52%) Numitor	3.333333 10/3(+52%)	(5) Numitor 10/3, Useful handicap chaser who shaped as if retaining bags of enthusiasm under a positive ride after 11 months off when fourth in 7-runner handicap chase at Exeter (19.2f, heavy) 11 days ago. On a good mark and one to be interested in with that behind him. Encouraging return from absence 11 days ago & well treated on form as recent as last March.
9 (9) (7/2 +36%) Thor De Cerisy	3.5 7/2(+36%)	(9) Thor De Cerisy 7/2, Has improved with each run for current yard and gained compensation for a late fall at Uttoxeter in January when bolting up at Chepstow (19.4f) in February. Left with a simple task when following up there (19.4f) 13 days ago and is respected on his first foray into veterans company. This is a tougher test of his credentials but he's clearly in good heart; could be in mix.
8 (8) (9/2 +59%) Dubai Days	4.5 9/2(+59%)	(8) Dubai Days 9/2, Avoided mistakes when opening his account for the season in 5-runner handicap chase at Ayr (20.5f, good) 21 days ago. Should remain competitive following a small rise providing his jumping holds up. Did it comfortably in small field at Ayr last time & remains feasibly treated back up 4lb.
7 (7) (11/2 -57%) Champagne Mystery	5.5 11/2(-57%)	(7) Champagne Mystery 11/2, Campaigned exclusively in France in recent years, prior to finishing fifth of 13 in a strong Cheltenham (20.6f) handicap on first start since rejoining Tom George. Went some way to confirming the promise of that run when third at Kempton last month and holds leading claims. Good third at Kempton last time and firmly in calculations in his first veterans' chase.
4 (4) (15/2 -88%) Riders Onthe Storm	7.5 15/2(-88%)	(4) Riders Onthe Storm 15/2, High-class chaser in his pomp who has struggled since his Old Roan success on last season's reappearance, but looked rejuvenated following a breathing operation when second in 5-runner handicap at Doncaster (16.4f) 4 weeks ago. Player back up in trip. Returned to form when second at Doncaster following wind op and he's one to consider.
3 (3) (12/1 +0%) Le Ligerien	12 12/1(+0%)	(3) Le Ligerien 12/1, Built up an impressive strike rate for present yard, adding small-field C&D veterans' chase to his tally at Kempton in November. Has remain in good form since, fading only on the run-in at Sandown (15.4f) last time. Back up in trip. Hasn't really threatened on last few starts but edging down the weights and not ruled out.
6 (6) (12/1 -85%) Top Ville Ben	12 12/1(-85%)	(6) Top Ville Ben 12/1, 12-y-o who returned to form granted a soft lead when second in 4-runner veterans' handicap at Aintree (19.9f) in December. Not disgraced in a top-end Irish handicap next time and possibly found the race coming too soon when pulled up over C&D less than 2 weeks later. Showed some spark on Boxing Day but patchy profile nowadays and pulled up last time.
1 (1) (20/1 -186%) Pink Legend	20 20/1(-186%)	(1) Pink Legend 20/1, Built on her return when landing 5-runner listed mares event at Newbury (23.4f) in December. Shaped a bit better than the result suggests when fourth at Doncaster 9 days later but has been most disappointing since. Won Listed mares' chase in December but a long way below her best the last twice.
10 (10) (33/1 -32%) Daly Tiger	33 33/1(-32%)	(10) Daly Tiger 33/1, Very smart chaser in his pomp for Noel Meade. Fallen long way in the weights without threatening for present stable, finishing hollow second behind a facile winner here (16.3f) in November prior to pulling up at Aintree. Easily passed over in a first-time visor. Hinted at a revival here last November but pulled up at Aintree since; plenty to prove.

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15:15 Haydock Handicap Chase (Class 2) 20f Race Class Flow

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

CHAMPAGNE MYSTERY left his reappearance fifth at Cheltenham in January behind him when finishing a staying-on third in a steadily-run affair over 2m4f at Kempton most recently and, eased 1lb since, this veterans' contest looks a good opportunity for him to return to the winner's enclosure. Riders Onthe Storm went close to making all over an extended 2m at Doncaster on his first start after wind surgery earlier this month, and a bold showing is once again anticipated, although his tendency to jump slightly right-handed tempers enthusiasm somewhat. Forecast conditions should hold no fears for the hat-trick seeking Thor De Cerisy and he completes the shortlist.

NUMITOR shaped with bags of enthusiasm on his recent return at Exeter and, having slipped to further in the weights, he makes a fair amount of appeal. Champagne Mystery shaped very well in a hot Cheltenham handicap on his penultimate start and is a big player on his first foray into veterans company, with Riders Onthe Storm also feared following an encouraging run at Doncaster 4 weeks ago.

Recent Ayr winner DUBAI DAYS (nap) won two in a row in spring 2022 and nearly did the same around this time last year.

15:20 Fairyhouse Handicap Chase 22f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
6 (6) (5/2 -11%) Jumping Jet	2.5 5/2(-11%)	(6) Jumping Jet 5/2, Latest win in chase at Navan in March. 11/2, 3 lengths second of 4 to Tactical Move in Gr 3 chase at Naas (20f, heavy) 20 days ago. Shortlist material. Progressive of late, winning Navan h'cap before Gr 3 novice chase 2nd at Naas; big player.
1 (1) (10/3 -90%) Instit	3.333333 10/3(-90%)	(1) Instit 10/3, Useful chaser at best and not disgraced without threatening when fifth of 9 to Limerick Lace in Mrs Paddy Power Mares' Chase (Liberthine) at Cheltenham (20.6f, heavy) 15 days ago. This more suitable now handicapping in this sphere. Doesn't look well treated on recent form; career best over C&D last season though.
2 (2) (9/2 +0%) Harmonya Maker	4.5 9/2(+0%)	(2) Harmonya Maker 9/2, 2 wins from 6 runs this season. 40/1, 24½ lengths seventh of 9 to Limerick Lace in Mrs Paddy Power Mares' Chase (Liberthine) at Cheltenham (20.6f, heavy) 15 days ago. Considered making handicap chase debut. Won Gr 2 novice at Thurles in January but not as good since and needs career best here.
3 (3) (6/1 +29%) Queen Jane	6 6/1(+29%)	(3) Queen Jane 6/1, 12/1, pulled up in handicap chase at Punchestown (27f, heavy) 41 days ago, left behind before 2 out having possibly finding the test too much. Drop back in trip rates a likely plus and better showing anticipated. Career best on this season's return and form worked out; failed to complete twice since.
4 (4) (7/1 +56%) Must Be Obeyed	7 7/1(+56%)	(4) Must Be Obeyed 7/1, C&D winner. 16/1, below form eighth of 15 in handicap chase at Punchestown (27f, heavy) 41 days ago, mistake 2 out and weakening. Return to this track/trip should help. Tailed off in Grand National trial latest; good run on penultimate start; may bounce back.
5 (5) (9/1 -50%) Western Zara	9 9/1(-50%)	(5) Western Zara 9/1, Very good second of 17 in handicap hurdle (12/1) at Punchestown (24.4f, soft) 125 days ago. Switches from hurdles to chase. Cheekpieces on for 1st time. Hasn't won for over 2 years; only beaten 1l on this season's return but off 125 days.
7 (7) (18/1 +28%) Ardera Ru	18 18/1(+28%)	(7) Ardera Ru 18/1, Latest win in chase at Thurles in October. Pulled up in handicap chase at Gowran (20f, heavy, 5/1) 42 days ago, weakening when slow 3 out and 2 out. Needs a couple of these to falter. Bounced back with 2nd at Punchestown but pulled up at Gowran since and now 4lb wrong.
8 (8) (20/1 +50%) Lar's Lass	20 20/1(+50%)	(8) Lar's Lass 20/1, Much improved when winning 6-runner handicap chase (28/1) at Punchestown (22.1f, soft) in February. Backed that up with good fourth from 10 lb higher mark at Leopardstown (21.5f) 26 days ago but this rates tougher again. Won h'cap chase last month but didn't build on that latest and 6lb wrong here.

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15:20 Fairyhouse Handicap Chase 22f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

JUMPING JET ran really well when chasing home short-priced favourite Tactical Move in Grade 3 company last time and looks capable of landing a handicap off her current mark. The handicapper left her unchanged on 121 after that run and Danny Gilligan taking 5lb off leaves her on a nice weight here. Instit heads the weights and is a good solid mare in graded company. She finished fifth in the Mares Chase at Cheltenham last time and was a good winner at this meeting last year so has to be respected despite having to give chunks of weight to her rivals. Harmonya Maker was a couple of places behind Instit at Cheltenham. Her form can be a bit hit and miss but she's a talented mare on her day and could play a big role if on song.

Having produced a highly encouraging comeback run when second here in December, QUEEN JANE has had excuses both starts since and, back at this more suitable trip, it would come as no surprise to see Henry de Bromhead's mare in a much better light. Jumping Jet and Instit may well emerge as the chief threats.

This can go to JUMPING JET (nap) who's been thriving of late and it was a solid run in a Grade 3 novice behind a nice prospet latest

15:30 Cork Listed 6f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
3 (3) (2/1 +64%) Yosemite Valley	2 2/1(+64%)	(3) Yosemite Valley 2/1, Winner at the Curragh in September. 5/4, excellent second of 5 at the Curragh (7f, heavy) 146 days ago. From a smart family that the yard know well and he could be set for a good year. Best form is very good; acts on any ground and interesting runner here back at this trip.
10 (10) (11/4 +31%) You Send Me	2.75 11/4(+31%)	(10) You Send Me 11/4, Won 7f maiden in the mud on return last year. 28/1, below form 10¼ lengths sixth of 10 to Tahiyra in Irish 1000 Guineas at the Curragh (8f, good) when last seen. Off 10 months. Down in trip. Connections keep the faith and interesting to see how she shapes up in the betting. Not seen since finishing sixth in last year's Irish 1,000 Guineas; first try at the trip.
1 (1) (3/1 +63%) Real Force	3 3/1(+63%)	(1) Real Force 3/1, Useful gelding. Course winner. 5/1, career best when winning 13-runner handicap at the Curragh (5f, heavy) on return 12 days ago, cosily. Goes well fresh and suspicion is he won't back that up in this company. This is his time of the year and should be a player with trip and ground perfect for him.
2 (2) (13/2 +35%) The Highway Rat	6.5 13/2(+35%)	(2) The Highway Rat 13/2, Useful gelding. Six wins from 19 Flat runs. Off 155 days. Prone to slow starts and has looked best at Dundalk. Vulnerable. Consistent sprinter and runs well fresh; every chance that he could get into the shake-up.
11 (11) (10/1 +38%) She's Quality	10 10/1(+38%)	(11) She's Quality 10/1, Fairly useful filly. Evens, last of 5 at Dundalk (6f) 15 days ago, finding little. Tongue strap on 1st time, cheekpieces on 1st time. Hard to fancy. Fell short in Group 1 company and disappointed in a Dundalk conditions two weeks ago.
5 (5) (22/1 +56%) All Lies Ahead	22 22/1(+56%)	(5) All Lies Ahead 22/1, Useful mare. Off 146 days. Won in the mud first time up last season but has plenty to find on these terms. Went close in a couple of handicaps last year;up against it on her first try over the trip.
6 (6) (25/1 +0%) Amazon Lady	25 25/1(+0%)	(6) Amazon Lady 25/1, Fairly useful filly. Won on debut last season. Creditable 4 lengths second of 7 to My Eyes Adore You in listed race at Naas (5.9f, soft, 8/1) when last seen. Off 168 days. This looks tough. Progressive; still unexposed and won first time last year; could well outrun her rating.
7 (7) (25/1 +0%) Easy	25 25/1(+0%)	(7) Easy 25/1, Fairly useful form, won 5f maiden here on debut in 2022, next run probably best overlooked. Back with former trainer with long absence to overcome. Back with Andy Slattery now and an interesting runner even if the ground is an unknown.
9 (9) (300/1 -50%) Shaaden	300 300/1(-50%)	(9) Shaaden 300/1, Fair filly. 16/1, tenth of 13 in handicap at Dundalk (7f) 71 days ago. Cheekpieces on for 1st time. Won't be opening her account in this. 55-rated handicapper and totally out of her depth here.

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15:30 Cork Listed 6f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

The classy OCEAN QUEST is the one to beat here on her return to action. The Sioux Nation filly had a really good first half of the season last term before a couple of disappointing efforts at the back-end. She was impressive in Listed company first time up at Naas and ran a cracker to finish fourth in the Commonwealth Cup at Royal Ascot before adding a Group 3 contest at Naas to her CV. She sets a high standard here. Joseph O'Brien tends to do well with acquisitions from other yards and Fast Response is an interesting addition. She was a Listed winner in this kind of ground in October 2022 and was consistent in stakes company last season. You Send Me hasn't been seen since finishing sixth in the Irish 1,000 Guineas last May. She had been narrowly denied in Group 3 company prior to that and is a smart sort but this drop in trip is a bit of an unknown.

OCEAN QUEST is 2-2 first time out and shouldn't be troubled by the conditions so gets the vote over Yosemite Valley and Fast Response in what looks a good listed sprint.

Preference is for OCEAN QUEST(nap), an impressive winner on this ground last year and a winner first-time out the last two seasons

15:35 Musselburgh Handicap (Class 2) 14f - 14 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
3 (3) (4/1 +11%) Chillingham	4 4/1(+11%)	(3) Chillingham 4/1, Well suited by give in the ground, winning easily on Thirsk reappearance last April. Mostly creditable efforts in defeat subsequently, proving himself at 1¾m when second at Wolverhampton final start. Player. Has an excellent record (112) on soft, so has a shout if he does not race too freely.
8 (8) (9/2 +0%) Sweet Fantasy	4.5 9/2(+0%)	(8) Sweet Fantasy 9/2, Won a pair of 1½m handicaps with give in the ground for Ralph Beckett last summer and 2-2 over hurdles in 2024 for her new yard. Interesting back on the Flat. Two 1m4f soft-ground wins last summer and 2-2 for new yard over hurdles; considered.
1 (1) (5/1 +50%) Metier	5 5/1(+50%)	(1) Metier 5/1, Smart hurdler who has also bagged 2 big handicaps on the Flat, namely the 2022 November handicap at Doncaster and 2023 Chester Cup. Might have needed his comeback run over hurdles 3 weeks ago and not discounted back on the level. Second in this race last year and won the 2m2f Chester Cup on soft next time; one to note.
6 (6) (7/1 +13%) Struth	7 7/1(+13%)	(6) Struth 7/1, Ran a cracker when close second of 13 in November handicap (run at Newcastle) when last seen. Player if resuming in similar form. Gelded since final 3yo start; has rather a mixed record but is one to consider.
4 (4) (9/1 -38%) Berkshire Rocco	9 9/1(-38%)	(4) Berkshire Rocco 9/1, Winner over 2m at Southwell last January and plenty of solid efforts later in the season, notably fifth of 22 in the Ebor at York. First outing for 6 months. Fifth in the Ebor last August; a case can be made, including on soft.
7 (7) (12/1 -9%) Emiyn	12 12/1(-9%)	(7) Emiyn 12/1, Added to his good Chester record when winning over this trip in the mud last July. Well held in the Cesarewitch final start but this track is more suited to his front-running style (respectable fifth in this 12 months ago). Best known front-running at Chester; goes well in the mud; fifth in this on 2023 return.
2 (2) (16/1 -60%) Tritonic	16 16/1(-60%)	(2) Tritonic 16/1, Third in the 2½m Ascot Stakes at last year's Royal meeting and also a creditable fourth in the Old Borough Cup at Haydock (1¾m) in the autumn. Notched a chase win in November and handicapped to play a prominent role if primed after 106 days off. Third of 19 at Royal Ascot (2m4f) last June is easily the pick of his last six Flat starts.
14 (14) (16/1 -45%) Yorkindness	16 16/1(-45%)	(14) Yorkindness 16/1, Typical of one from this yard who thrived on racing in 2023, winning 5 times at 2m+, including here. Down slightly in trip on return and might be best to look elsewhere this time. Five wins over 2m1f/2m in June-September during a busy 2023, the latest at this track.
13 (13) (18/1 -64%) Hope You Can Run	18 18/1(-64%)	(13) Hope You Can Run 18/1, Held form well in the first half of last season, deservedly getting his head back in front at Catterick when last seen in July. Eight-month absence to overcome but he's very much unexposed at this trip. Final 3yo start was 1m4f win; sold for 16,000gns (same stable) in October and was gelded.
11 (11) (20/1 +20%) Faylaq	20 20/1(+20%)	(11) Faylaq 20/1, Respectable fourth of 10 in handicap at Newcastle (1¼m ) on reappearance 15 days ago. Did quite well under the circumstances on that occasion (caught too far back in a steadily-run race) but the fact he hasn't won since 2019 tempers enthusiasm. Recent return was far from his only eyecatching run and there's been no win since 2019.
9 (9) (22/1 -38%) Capital Theory	22 22/1(-38%)	(9) Capital Theory 22/1, Won over 13f at Ayr last autumn. Remained in form later in the year, finishing a respectable seventh tackling this trip for the first time at Wolverhampton in November. 1m5f win at Ayr last September; probably acts on soft; needs to resume with a career best.
12 (12) (25/1 +0%) Ravenscraig Castle	25 25/1(+0%)	(12) Ravenscraig Castle 25/1, Several creditable placed efforts last season and seems sure to be sharper for a recent reappearance run on AW but he has developed a frustrating habit of finding at least one too good (no win since summer 2021). Has cheekpieces and a tongue tie combined for first time. Last win was in July 2021; has less to prove than a lot of these given the trip/ground.
10 (10) (28/1 +15%) Evaluation	28 28/1(+15%)	(10) Evaluation 28/1, Final leg of a 4-timer for Keith Dalgleish in 2022 came over 2m here. Campaigned lightly in recent times, but he wasn't disgraced on recent yard debut at Southwell considering he was caught too far back in the field. Running respectably; edging down the weights; sole run on softer than good was in 2021.
5 (5) (40/1 -60%) Manu Et Corde	40 40/1(-60%)	(5) Manu Et Corde 40/1, Useful at up to 1¾m at his best for Jim Bolger in Ireland in 2022. Long absence to overcome on return for a new yard but he's still worth a precautionary betting check. Tongue tied first time. Ex-Jim Bolger; bought for 70,000gns in October 2022 and this is his first run since.

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15:35 Musselburgh Handicap (Class 2) 14f Race Class Flow

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

Chillingham progressed over staying trips last year and, having won on his seasonal reappearance last April, Ed Bethell's five-year-old merits the utmost respect. However, a chance can be taken on METIER. A more than useful hurdler, he hit the crossbar in this contest 12 months ago before going on to land the Chester Cup the following month. Although 4lb higher than that Chester success, Harry Fry's charge will relish forecast ground conditions and another notable win in this sphere would come as no surprise. Berkshire Rocco was a creditable fifth in the Ebor last season and is noted too.

SWEET FANTASY has impressed when winning twice over hurdles this year for new trainer James Owen and looks to have some mileage in her mark back on the Flat. Chillingham built up a really solid record in good handicaps last year and is second choice ahead of November handicap runner-up Struth, one of 4 runners from the Charlie Johnston stable.

Slight preference is for STRUTH ahead of Sweet Fantasy, Metier and Chillingham.

15:40 Carlisle Handicap Chase (Class 3) 20f - 4 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
2 (2) (7/4 +7%) Ned Tanner	1.75 7/4(+7%)	(2) Ned Tanner 7/4, Scored twice over fences at Kelso last season and placed on a couple of occasions there this season, including when third of 10 in a handicap hurdle last time. Definite chance if he puts his best foot forward. May prefer left-handed tracks but this is a bit easier than the races he usually contests.
1 (1) (11/5 -10%) Go Boy	2.2 11/5(-10%)	(1) Go Boy 11/5, Fair hurdles winner in Ireland and created a fine impression at second attempt over fences when making a successful stable debut here (2m, soft) in December. Jumping wasn't so assured at Kelso since but it could be that he's more effective on right-handed tracks (such as this). Big player. 2m course winner on stable debut in December and remains lightly raced for his age.
5 (5) (10/3 +49%) Geryville	3.333333 10/3(+49%)	(5) Geryville 10/3, Winless last season but is creeping down the weights and latest third at Wetherby (19.4f, heavy) was a creditable effort. Down another 2 lb and he's dangerous to discount. Below best this season but took good step back in right direction last month.
3 (3) (5/1 +17%) Flower Of Scotland	5 5/1(+17%)	(3) Flower Of Scotland 5/1, Borders National winner at Kelso last term before good third in Edinburgh National. Reportedly suffered a setback following low-key reappearance here in November and again below par when returning from a break in the Eider. In calmer waters now and good conditional booked but this trip is a worry. Eased in grade today but has a bit to prove and usually runs over much further.

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15:40 Carlisle Handicap Chase (Class 3) 20f Race Class Flow

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

GO BOY got off the mark over fences over 2m here in December and, although slightly disappointing at Kelso 20 days ago, the son of Doctor Dino has scope for further improvement. A 2m3f hurdles winner when trained in Ireland, this step up in trip can see Sandy Thomson's charge resume his progress and repel the likely challenge of High Moon, who posted a creditable second at Ayr last time out. Geryville might not be the most reliable, but it would be folly to rule him out.

This looks trappy, with all five of these in with a fighting chance. GO BOY looked good when making a winning debut for this yard here in December and, though not so good at Kelso subsequently, he is appealing back here given his record on right-hand tracks (2-3 going this way round under Rules). Ned Tanner will be a threat if he gets into a good rhythm jumping-wise and is feared most ahead of High Moon and Geryville. Go Boy's stablemate Flower of Scotland will probably find this trip too sharp.

Nick Alexander's NED TANNER has performed well in stronger races than this over the last few months and might make his class tell here.

15:50 Haydock Handicap Chase (Class 4) 26f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
5 (5) (15/8 +66%) Inflexible	1.875 15/8(+66%)	(5) Inflexible 15/8, Showed much-improved form in this sphere when runner-up at Hereford (25,2f) in January and backed that up with good third at Market Rasen and Wincanton. Likely to go well again back down in class. 0-10 but has run well on his last three starts and could be thereabouts.
4 (4) (5/2 +50%) Duke Of Deception	2.5 5/2(+50%)	(4) Duke Of Deception 5/2, Twice successful over fences at around 3m last season and resumed winning ways back from 5 months off over hurdles at Wetherby (3m) in October. Good second back over larger obstacles at Aintree (25f) and Bangor (29.6f) since so comes into the reckoning. Consistent sort who knows how to win and ticks plenty of boxes.
1 (1) (9/2 +0%) Yes Indeed	4.5 9/2(+0%)	(1) Yes Indeed 9/2, Fairly useful winning chaser in France and some decent placed efforts for this yard, though ran poorly both starts in December. Step back in the right direction when fourth at Sandown, albeit not getting competitive. Last month's Sandown fourth was a step back in the right direction and he's not ruled out.
3 (3) (8/1 -60%) Tip Top Mountain	8 8/1(-60%)	(3) Tip Top Mountain 8/1, Got off the mark for the season in hard-fought fashion at Fontwell 12 days ago but has proved vulnerable off marks higher than 114 in the past. Won at Fontwell recently; he's in a deeper race today but is not discounted up 3lb.
6 (6) (9/1 +10%) Special Acceptance	9 9/1(+10%)	(6) Special Acceptance 9/1, Some decent efforts in defeat this season but ran poorly at Ludlow last time and has only one win from 28 NH runs. Poor strike-rate but some good runs in the cheekpieces this season, which go back on today.
7 (7) (11/1 +21%) Blame The Game	11 11/1(+21%)	(7) Blame The Game 11/1, Three-time winner last season but yet to play a significant role this term. Reduced mark appeals on form as recent as last April; hasn't got competitive this term.

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15:50 Haydock Handicap Chase (Class 4) 26f Race Class Flow

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NO HUBS NO HOOBS hasn't looked back since being fitted with blinkers (retained) on his last two starts, scoring readily on both occasions, and a 7lb rise for his latest victory over 3m1f at Wincanton may not be enough to anchor him in his hat-trick bid. Tip Top Mountain arrives on the back of a game success off 3lb lower over 3m2f at Fontwell earlier this month, but he was all out to score and it remains to be seen how much that race has taken out of him. The step back in trip should help Duke Of Deception and he warrants respect.

NO HUBS NO HOOBS is much improved for the fitting of blinkers and can make it 3 from 3 in this headgear given the manner of his most recent win at Wincanton. In-form pair Inflexible and Duke of Deception are others to consider.

The form of the Sussex National at Plumpton in January has worked out very well and fourth-placed SPECIAL ACCEPTANCE gets the nod.

15:55 Fairyhouse Handicap Chase 22f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
3 (3) (5/2 -25%) Neveradullmoment	2.5 5/2(-25%)	(3) Neveradullmoment 5/2, Fairly useful chaser. Creditable fourth of 8 in handicap chase (7/2) at Navan (24f, heavy) 35 days ago, doing well to get back involved having been badly hampered 3 out. Remains with a bigger effort in his locker and one to consider. Seems best over shorter, unconvincing form in races over staying distances.
6 (6) (5/2 +38%) Read To Return	2.5 5/2(+38%)	(6) Read To Return 5/2, Winner over fences at Killarney in October and shaped well from the position he came from in a 25f handicap at Cheltenham a month later. Expensive to follow over hurdles since but appeals as still being well treated back over fences and worth chancing. Expensive to follow, reported clinically abnormal after dismal run over hurdles last time.
8 (8) (5/1 +41%) Marronstown	5 5/1(+41%)	(8) Marronstown 5/1, 11/2, good third of 8 in handicap chase at Leopardstown (21.5f, heavy) 26 days ago, rallying latter stages. Not sure to be in the same form here. Stuck to his task gamely when third on his handicap debut at Leopardstown, should go well.
7 (7) (13/2 +35%) Favori Logique	6.5 13/2(+35%)	(7) Favori Logique 13/2, Creditable third of 11 in handicap chase (20/1) at Leopardstown (28.3f, soft) 27 days ago. Back down in trip now and not out of things. Did not quite get home in a thorough test of stamina at Leopardstown, definite chance now.
1 (1) (9/1 -227%) Klarc Kent	9 9/1(-227%)	(1) Klarc Kent 9/1, Good third of 7 in novice chase at Punchestown (22.8f, heavy, 13/2) 41 days ago. Stable having good spell. Makes handicap chase debut. Should continue to give a good account. Has kept good novice company, big weight here and may find the concession beyond him.
2 (2) (11/1 -83%) So Des Flos	11 11/1(-83%)	(2) So Des Flos 11/1, Latest win in C&D chase in December. 7/1, fourth of 7 in novice chase at Down Royal (19.6f, soft) 13 days ago. Present mark demands more returned to handicaps. Probably a bit high in the ratings now judged on recent form, looks held by Favori Logique.
4 (4) (14/1 +50%) Optional Mix	14 14/1(+50%)	(4) Optional Mix 14/1, Eleven runs since last win in 2022. Eleventh of 12 in handicap hurdle at Leopardstown (20f, heavy, 28/1) 26 days ago. Switches from hurdles to chase. Enjoyed productive 2022, has been out of form as a hurdler/chaser for a considerable time.
5 (5) (20/1 -167%) Routine Excellence	20 20/1(-167%)	(5) Routine Excellence 20/1, Fairly useful chaser at his best but yet to fire this term, pulled up in handicap chase (22/1) at Musselburgh (23.6f, good to soft) 56 days ago, beaten early in straight. Plenty to prove at present. Cheekpieces back on. Second in this race last year, out of form since returning from a break, others preferred.

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15:55 Fairyhouse Handicap Chase 22f Race Speed Rating Flow

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NEVERADULLMOMENT looks capable of picking up a prize like this off his current mark. The Mahler gelding wasn't helped by a few mistakes, and getting hampered three from home, before finishing third to St Denis's Well at Down Royal last time. He has been knocking on the door and Aine O'Connor is a positive booking now. Jody Townend takes the mount on Klarc Kent for Willie Mullins and the top-weight commands plenty of respect. He has been running in some decent beginners chases and was a good third to Senior Chief at Punchestown last month. Favori Logique was a good third over a marathon trip at Leopardstown last time and could be each-way material off a light weight.

READ TO RETURN was below his best when last seen over hurdles 3 months ago but he very much appeals as being on a good mark over fences and earns the vote for the stable that landed this 12 months ago. Neveradullmoment very much caught the eye and was deserving of extra credit for where he finished last time and he heads up the dangers. Klarc Kent is another to consider on handicap debut in this sphere.

The bottom weight MARRONSTOWN is given a hopeful vote after an improved showing at Down Royal

16:05 Cork Maiden 5f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 (1) (5/4 +29%) Amazonian Warrior	1.25 5/4(+29%)	(1) Amazonian Warrior 5/4, Foaled February 26. €165,000 yearling, Blue Point colt. Dam, French 6f-7.5f winner, half-sister to smart winner up to 9f (including US 1m Grade 3 event) Tigah. Likely type. Blue Point colt; 165,000eur yearling; speedy pedigree and yard already had 2yo winner.
3 (3) (9/4 +25%) Monotone	2.25 9/4(+25%)	(3) Monotone 9/4, Verbal Dexterity colt. Half-brother to 3 winners, including 1m winner Wexford Native and 7f winner Theodorico. Dam unraced. 12/1, third of 8 in maiden at the Curragh (5f, heavy) on debut 12 days ago, best work finish. Open to improvement. Looked green when 3rd at the Curragh 12 days ago; that experience a major asset here.
6 (6) (11/2 -100%) Irish Acclamation	5.5 11/2(-100%)	(6) Irish Acclamation 11/2, Foaled January 17. 100,000 gns yearling, Acclamation filly. Dam, 1m winner, half-sister to smart winner up to 7f Campanelle out of useful 2-y-o 5f winner Janina. One to note. Acclamation filly;100,000gns yearling; dam half-sister to Campanelle; yard get 2yo winners.
7 (7) (8/1 +33%) No Straight Swaps	8 8/1(+33%)	(7) No Straight Swaps 8/1, Foaled February 25. €70,000 foal, £65,000 yearling, Starspangledbanner filly. Dam unraced half-sister to smart 1½m winner (stayed 2m) The Mediterranean out of smart 2-y-o 5f/6f winner (stayed 1m) Flashy Wings.3 Starspangledbanner filly; 70,000eur foal; speed in her pedigree; check market.
5 (5) (14/1 +30%) Beeswings	14 14/1(+30%)	(5) Beeswings 14/1, Foaled March 20. €3,000 foal, €5,000 yearling, Ribchester filly. Half-sister to winner abroad by Buratino. Dam unraced. 5,000eur yearling; half-sister to 5f winner; yard get 2yo winners but others preferred.
2 (2) (16/1 +52%) Jack Major	16 16/1(+52%)	(2) Jack Major 16/1, Foaled May 4. €6,000 yearling, Profitable colt. Half-brother to 1¼m winner Stay Local. Dam, 2-y-o 7f winner, half-sister to very smart winner up to 1m Ashdown Express. Profitable colt; 6,000eur yearling; dam 7f 2yo winner; yard 1-13 with 2yo last 5 years.

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16:05 Cork Maiden 5f Race Speed Rating Flow

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MONOTONE ran on nicely on his debut at the Curragh and the benefit of a run is a big advantage at this time of year in this type of ground. The Verbal Dexterity colt finished third to Arizona Blaze in the the first two-year-old race of the season and looked like he would come forward from the outing. Adrian Murray won that first contest and he saddles two here. Amazonian Warrior looks the pick with David Egan coming over to ride. The Blue Point colt cost 165,000 euros as a yearling. Donnacha O'Brien's newcomer Irish Acclamation is another to note in the market. The Acclamation filly cost 100,000gns as a yearling and is out of a winning half-sister to champion juvenile Campanelle.

MONOTONE finished well when behind a couple of useful prospects at the Curragh on debut and can put his experience to good use up against newcomers, with Amazonian Warrior and Irish Acclamation feared most before market clues.

Having looked green when third on debut, MONOTONE appeared to be getting the hang of things late on and that experience could be vital

16:10 Musselburgh Maiden (Class 2) 12f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 (1) (15/8 -50%) Clockwatcher	1.875 15/8(-50%)	(1) Clockwatcher 15/8, Held back by inexperience when remote third on debut and much improved when second of 9 at Kempton (1½m) last month. Likely capable of better again and should prove hard to beat switched to turf. Both runs on Polytrack, much improved when second in novice at Kempton (1m4f); big shout.
4 (4) (4/1 +33%) Torrent	4 4/1(+33%)	(4) Torrent 4/1, Lightly-raced colt. Behind the reopposing Flickering Halo when last of 5 in handicap (4/1) at Southwell (11f) 32 days ago. Still early days for his good stable but he needs improvement here. Fair form on all four starts; needs to build on those if he's to better minor honours.
5 (5) (9/2 +25%) Tryfan	4.5 9/2(+25%)	(5) Tryfan 9/2, 10/1, offered plenty to work amidst greenness when third of 5 in novice at Newcastle (1¼m) on debut in September, keeping on after slow start. Should do better. Debut third (September) puts him in the mix and he should be open to plenty of improvement.
3 (3) (5/1 +9%) Monsieur Melee	5 5/1(+9%)	(3) Monsieur Melee 5/1, Fair form. Respectable fourth of 6 in nursery at Doncaster (1m, good, 10/3) when last seen in September. Appeals as one who will be suited by middle distances this year. Looks bred to stay at least 1m2f; has been gelded and needs some improvement to win this.
2 (2) (15/2 -88%) Flickering Halo	7.5 15/2(-88%)	(2) Flickering Halo 15/2, Fair form. Creditable third of 5 in handicap at Southwell (11f) 32 days ago. Third on Tapeta in all three starts for new yard; needs to find extra for the win.
6 (6) (12/1 -20%) Kingmont	12 12/1(-20%)	(6) Kingmont 12/1, 11/1, fifth of 10 in maiden at Chelmsford (7f) on debut in November. Significantly up in trip. Open to progress but needs to leave the debut form well behind. One run (AW November); should improve but has accomplished clearly the least in this field.

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16:10 Musselburgh Maiden (Class 2) 12f Race Class Flow

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Clockwatcher arrives having posted two solid efforts on the all-weather and he is likely to prove popular, but preference is for KINGMONT. The daughter of Calyx showed promise amidst greenness over 7f at Chelmsford in November and, with improvement forthcoming, the abundance of stamina on her dam's side could come to the fore as she bids to make it second-time lucky. Flickering Halo heads the remainder.

CLOCKWATCHER sets a decent standard on his Kempton second and will take plenty of stopping if as effective on turf. There was plenty to like about Tryfan's opening run at Newcastle last autumn and he's second choice ahead of Monsieur Melee.

He switches from AW but CLOCKWATCHER brings the best form thanks to his promising second at Kempton. Tryfan is feared most.

16:15 Carlisle Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 25f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 (1) (9/4 -50%) Clovis Island	2.25 9/4(-50%)	(1) Clovis Island 9/4, Runner-up on only start in Irish points before winning a Hexham bumper on Rules debut last March. Made to work harder than had seemed likely when landing the odds in a maiden hurdle back at Hexham (2½m, heavy) recently but may have more to offer now upped in trip for this handicap debut. Maiden winner who is open to improvement now handicapping over further.
5 (5) (3/1 +45%) Enemy At The Gate	3 3/1(+45%)	(5) Enemy At The Gate 3/1, Remains a maiden following 11 starts in this sphere but hasn't done a great deal wrong in 5 starts so far this season. Latest third in a handicap for amateur/conditional riders here (19.3f, soft) last time augurs well with regard to this step back up in trip and he's one to consider. Kept on well over 2m3f here and returning to further looks a big plus.
6 (6) (9/2 +0%) Artic Mann	4.5 9/2(+0%)	(6) Artic Mann 9/2, Has made the frame all 5 runs since returning from a lengthy absence in October. Best work at the finish when second in a 15-runner Ayr handicap (24.3f, good) 3 weeks ago and should be in the mix once again. Consistent in 2m5f-3m2f handicaps since returning from an absence and deserves a break.
7 (7) (7/1 +42%) Shantou Moon	7 7/1(+42%)	(7) Shantou Moon 7/1, Back to winning ways at Catterick in January and only narrowly failed to follow up in 7-runner handicap there a month later. Not seen to best effect the last twice but there's little margin for error off this mark and he will probably find one or two too good. Not at best last time but has solid form credentials on his previous run of form.
3 (3) (9/1 -100%) Tfou	9 9/1(-100%)	(3) Tfou 9/1, Made the frame both starts in this sphere a couple of seasons back and scored on chase debut/return at Ayr last term. Creditable efforts in defeat both subsequent starts and he's one to be interested in back hurdling, despite an 11-month absence and the fact that Sean Quinlan prefers Clovis Island. Absent 12 months and fences are no doubt on the agenda again sooner or later.
4 (4) (12/1 +14%) Guernesey	12 12/1(+14%)	(4) Guernesey 12/1, Good first outing for this yard when runner-up at Kelso in November buthasn't managed to build on that in 4 subsequent starts. Others preferred. Hasn't really kicked on from his second on stable debut in November; bit to find.
8 (8) (12/1 -33%) Gypsey's Secret	12 12/1(-33%)	(8) Gypsey's Secret 12/1, Still a maiden but comes here in excellent heart, most recently finishing second at Ayr (24.3f, heavy) where she conceded first run to the winner. Certainly not without a chance here, for all that she's 5 lb 'wrong' at the weights. Nearly shed maiden status last time but now 9lb higher and upped to a Class 4.
2 (2) (25/1 -25%) Schalke	25 25/1(-25%)	(2) Schalke 25/1, Winner at Kelso in December 2022 but it's been a struggle so far this season and there's no real reason to anticipate a revival here. Should be well handicapped but he's struggling to get competitive; a turnaround is needed.

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16:15 Carlisle Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 25f Race Class Flow

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CLOVIS ISLAND struck in workmanlike fashion over 2m4f at Hexham 16 days ago and the six-year-old, who is a half-brother to Grade 1 winner Inthepocket, is fancied to relish the switch to handicaps, while a step up in trip looks to be a further positive. Although Artic Mann hasn't been the most prolific, he will have no issue with conditions and should give a good account of himself. Enemy At The Gate seeks a first career success, but recent performances would suggest it is not far away.

The vote goes to ENEMY AT THE GATE, who is of strong interest on just his second run over a trip in excess of 3m and he shaped for all the world as though going back up in distance would be very much in his favour when third over 19.3f here last time. Gypsey's Secret posted her best effort yet at Ayr and is feared most, while the consistent Artic Mann and the Nicky Richards-trained duo, Clovis Island and Tfou, also come into the reckoning.

Clovis Island is the dark horse but others have more compelling form credentials and ARTIC MANN continues to run well.

16:25 Haydock Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 24f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
6 (6) (6/4 +81%) One Big Bang	1.5 6/4(+81%)	(6) One Big Bang 6/4, 6/1 and tongue strap on for 1st time, pulled up in novice hurdle at Punchestown (23.7f, soft) 54 days ago. First run for yard after leaving P. Tobin and has joined bang-in-form yard, so very much one to monitor in the betting. Ability in Ireland and new trainer does well with recruits from other yards; interesting.
5 (5) (7/1 +36%) Hill Of Tara	7 7/1(+36%)	(5) Hill Of Tara 7/1, Much improved sent handicapping this season, winning 4 times from 6 starts, latest at Hereford (25.5f) in January. Bit below form on completed start since but had excuses and his stable is going well. Has won 4 times this season; needs to prove he can cope with this mark but not written off.
4 (4) (7/1 -100%) Cream Of The West	7 7/1(-100%)	(4) Cream Of The West 7/1, Took a step forward when making a winning handicap debut at Ayr (21.4f, soft) in December and has continued on the up since, just pushed out to land a 5-runner event at Hexham last time. Leading claims. Two wins from his three handicap starts and this progressive 8yo is on the shortlist.
9 (9) (8/1 -129%) Jalisco Star	8 8/1(-129%)	(9) Jalisco Star 8/1, Career best when winning 8-runner handicap hurdle at Bangor (23.2f, heavy, 11/1) 7 days ago, driven out. Should go well again if the race doesn't come too soon. Did it very comfortably at Bangor last Saturday and is entitled to respect up 7lb.
8 (8) (17/2 +6%) Best Life	8.5 17/2(+6%)	(8) Best Life 17/2, First past the post on his second run between the flags and best effort to date over hurdles when third in a novice at Doncaster last time. Step up in trip should suit on handicap debut, so merits respect. First past the post in 3m point; could relish this step up in trip on handicap debut.
11 (11) (11/1 -22%) Awesome Foursome	11 11/1(-22%)	(11) Awesome Foursome 11/1, 3/1, good second of 7 in handicap hurdle at Huntingdon (19.6f, heavy) 13 days ago. Back up in trip. Not discounted. Arrives in good form but has modest strike-rate but may be vulnerable to stronger stayers.
7 (7) (12/1 +40%) Spitalfield	12 12/1(+40%)	(7) Spitalfield 12/1, Unexposed hurdler who was progressing prior to latest outing at Taunton. Too soon to write him off. Tailed off at Taunton last time but good third at Huntingdon previously and not discounted.
10 (10) (14/1 -56%) Fiveafterfour	14 14/1(-56%)	(10) Fiveafterfour 14/1, Point winner and much more like it when making a winning handicap debut at Ayr in February. Solid effort there next time and might not have reached her limit. 6l win on handicap debut at Ayr and subsequent 12l third there perhaps came too soon.
3 (3) (20/1 +20%) Keable	20 20/1(+20%)	(3) Keable 20/1, Promise when in the frame in maiden hurdles at the start of 2023. Disappointing on both starts in handicaps but might strip fitter for latest outing. Hooded for the first time. Too soon to write off this lightly raced 7yo but he's been well beaten in both handicaps.
1 (1) (25/1 -317%) Rock Steady Eddie	25 25/1(-317%)	(1) Rock Steady Eddie 25/1, Placed in a couple of points and going the right way over hurdles, improving again when second in a novice at Hexham last time. Has been handed a stiff opening mark, though. Close second in recent Hexham maiden and open to improvement now up in trip on h'cap debut.

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16:25 Haydock Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 24f Race Class Flow

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In a wide-open event, marginal preference is for ROCK STEADY EDDIE, who put in a career-best performance when second in a maiden hurdle at Hexham last time and an opening mark of 110 should be workable on his handicap bow. Cream Of The West is an obvious threat following his most recent success, while Jalisco Star and Both Barrels are others who make the shortlist.

CREAM OF THE WEST is progressive and had something to spare at Hexham recently, so he's preferred to fellow last-time-out winner Jalisco Star. One Big Bang is another one to note starting out for a shrewd, in-form stable.

Point winner ONE BIG BANG showed some promise over hurdles in Ireland and is taken to make a winning start for the in-form James Owen.

16:30 Fairyhouse Handicap Hurdle 24f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
5 (5) (6/4 +50%) Olympic Man	1.5 6/4(+50%)	(5) Olympic Man 6/4, Promising sort. Won 21-runner novice hurdle at Naas (19f, heavy, evens) 20 days ago, hard held. Up in trip. Stable in good form. Makes handicap hurdle debut. Likely to continue in form. Emphatic front-running maiden hurdle winner at Naas, needs to jump more fluently.
9 (9) (7/1 +13%) Kinturk Kalanisi	7 7/1(+13%)	(9) Kinturk Kalanisi 7/1, Lightly-raced winner over hurdles. 5/4, career best when winning 6-runner novice hurdle at Navan (22.4f, heavy) 28 days ago. Makes handicap hurdle debut. Open to progress and merits plenty of respect. Justified favouritism at Navan despite ragged jumping, suitable trip for handicap debut.
8 (8) (15/2 +32%) Will Do	7.5 15/2(+32%)	(8) Will Do 15/2, 2 wins from 4 runs this season. 10/1, bit below form ninth of 22 in handicap hurdle at Leopardstown (24.3f, soft) 56 days ago. Could go well. Has found Listed handicaps too tough on last couple of outings, others make more appeal.
3 (3) (8/1 -167%) Built By Ballymore	8 8/1(-167%)	(3) Built By Ballymore 8/1, 2 wins from 4 runs this season. 4/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, fourteenth of 21 in handicap hurdle at Cheltenham (21f, heavy) 17 days ago. Not taken lightly. Sent off favourite for the Coral Cup, faded off the home turn and finished down the field.
13 (13) (17/2 +29%) Native Speaker	8.5 17/2(+29%)	(13) Native Speaker 17/2, Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. Creditable second of 7 in handicap hurdle at Thurles (23.7f, soft, 3/1) 25 days ago. Trainer going well. Ought to be on the premises. Just outstayed over a similar trip to this on handicap debut at Thurles, should go close.
1 (1) (14/1 -133%) Shannon Royale	14 14/1(-133%)	(1) Shannon Royale 14/1, 2 wins from 6 runs this season. 9/4, career best when winning 5-runner minor event hurdle at Thurles (22.9f, heavy) 14 days ago. One to consider back in handicaps. Did well to beat an odds-on chance in a Thurles conditions event, appears progressive.
2 (2) (14/1 -56%) Mint Boy	14 14/1(-56%)	(2) Mint Boy 14/1, 2 wins from 4 runs this season. 7/2, won 10-runner handicap hurdle at this course (24f, soft) 77 days ago, pushed out. Stable having good spell. Should continue to give a good account. Has been hit with a 12lb hike for course win but could not be ruled out with 5lb claimed.
4 (4) (16/1 -60%) What Path	16 16/1(-60%)	(4) What Path 16/1, Tongue strap on for 1st time, 6¼ lengths fourth of 6 to Largy Hill in Michael Purcell Memorial Novices' Hurdle at Thurles (20.8f, soft, 14/1) 37 days ago. Makes handicap hurdle debut. Has been competing in decent company but likely to be vulnerable in testing conditions.
7 (7) (18/1 +10%) Raglan Road	18 18/1(+10%)	(7) Raglan Road 18/1, Career best when winning 10-runner handicap hurdle at Naas (19f, heavy, 11/2) 20 days ago, just holding on. Up in trip. Type to do better still, so big player. Won on handicap debut, sustained improvement is feasible, trip may prove within his range.
12 (12) (20/1 -25%) Joyau De Thaix	20 20/1(-25%)	(12) Joyau De Thaix 20/1, Thrice-raced winner over hurdles. 8/1, well-beaten fourth of 6 to Built By Ballymore in novice hurdle at Punchestown (20f, heavy) 61 days ago. Makes handicap hurdle debut. Remote fourth in 2m4f novice event at Punchestown won by today's rival Built By Ballymore.
6 (6) (20/1 +39%) Lombron	20 20/1(+39%)	(6) Lombron 20/1, Winner in hurdle at Thurles in November. Good eleventh of 21 in handicap hurdle (40/1) at Cheltenham (21f, heavy) 17 days ago. Others make more appeal. Failed to cut much ice when an outsider in the Coral Cup, stable has stronger candidates.
10 (10) (33/1 -200%) Cato's Revenge	33 33/1(-200%)	(10) Cato's Revenge 33/1, Winner in hurdle at Limerick in December. Unseated rider in handicap hurdle (18/1) at Naas (22.7f, heavy) 34 days ago. Others more persuasive. Progressive before his last run when unseating his rider three out at Naas a month ago.
11 (11) (33/1 -32%) Mousey Brown	33 33/1(-32%)	(11) Mousey Brown 33/1, 25/1, career best when winning 14-runner handicap hurdle at Down Royal (20f, soft) 13 days ago, pushed out. Not one to rule out. Showed the benefit of a Leopardstown run when a long-priced Down Royal winner.

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16:30 Fairyhouse Handicap Hurdle 24f Race Speed Rating Flow

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Paul Townend sides with OLYMPIC MAN here and the Martaline gelding looks open to plenty more improvement. His jumping still wasn't great when he won at Naas recently but he looks to have a big engine and could still be learning on the job. Rachael Blackmore sticks with Native Speaker who has a nice low weight in this. The Court Cave gelding was no match for Built By Ballymore when the pair met at Limerick over Christmas but enjoys a hefty pull at the weights this time. That rival was well-backed for the Coral Cup at Cheltenham recently but faded in the closing stages. He is capable of a lot better and can't be ruled out here.

OLYMPIC MAN didn't come off the bridle when opening his account at Naas last time and he may well prove better than an opening mark of 131, so he's preferred to Raglan Road, who also improved to get off the mark last time. Native Speaker is another one to consider in an open-looking race.

On these terms, NATIVE SPEAKER has a realistic chance of overturning Limerick maiden form with Built By Ballymore

16:40 Cork Handicap 5f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
6 (6) (10/3 -11%) Two Stars	3.333333 10/3(-11%)	(6) Two Stars 10/3, Promising individual. Course winner. 10/3, respectable fourth of 13 in handicap at the Curragh (5f, heavy) 12 days ago. Expected to be bang there. Might just have needed it when a fading fourth at the Curragh; should go well.
10 (10) (4/1 +0%) Goal Exceeded	4 4/1(+0%)	(10) Goal Exceeded 4/1, 7/2, won 10-runner 5.9f maiden at Naas (heavy) from Take Me To Church (now rated 104) when last seen. Off 167 days. Makes handicap debut. Respected. Unexposed although does face quite a stiff task for a three-year-old against older horses.
2 (2) (5/1 -43%) Stag Night	5 5/1(-43%)	(2) Stag Night 5/1, Latest win at Naas in October. 10/3, respectable second of 13 in handicap at the Curragh (5f, heavy) 12 days ago. Big shout. Had a few of these behind when runner-up at the Curragh; good ride for a rookie pilot.
8 (8) (11/2 +27%) Magical Vision	5.5 11/2(+27%)	(8) Magical Vision 11/2, Won first time up last season. Creditable length sixth of 12 to Mickey The Steel in handicap (11/2) at the Curragh (5f, heavy) 146 days ago. One to consider. Won first-time out at Naas last year; just 3lb higher now and has to be considered.
9 (9) (9/1 +18%) Mount Ruapehu	9 9/1(+18%)	(9) Mount Ruapehu 9/1, C&D winner. Latest win at Dundalk in January. Respectable fourth of 10 in handicap at Dundalk (6f, 7/2) 8 days ago. Should be competitive. Some encouragement from his two recent runs at Dundalk and not without a chance.
7 (7) (9/1 +55%) Mehman	9 9/1(+55%)	(7) Mehman 9/1, 12/1, bit below form sixth of 11 in handicap at Dundalk (6f) when last seen. Off 148 days. Booking of Hassett a plus. Has gone well fresh. Three-time winner over 5f at Dundalk; form on turf is not really comparable; best watched.
3 (3) (12/1 -50%) Mickey The Steel	12 12/1(-50%)	(3) Mickey The Steel 12/1, 9/1, below form sixth of 13 in handicap at the Curragh (5f, heavy) 12 days ago. Blinkers back on. Never really got into it behind Real Force at the Curragh but likely to fare better here.
11 (11) (14/1 -17%) Run Forrest Run	14 14/1(-17%)	(11) Run Forrest Run 14/1, Course winner. Latest win here in September. 13/2, below form twelfth of 19 in handicap at the Curragh (5.9f, heavy) when last seen. Off 151 days. Others more persuasive. 11lb higher than when winning here last year but can run well fresh and not dismissed.
12 (12) (18/1 +0%) Mymomentintime	18 18/1(+0%)	(12) Mymomentintime 18/1, 11/4, below form eighth of 14 in handicap at the Curragh (5f, soft) 170 days ago. Hood back on. Something to find on return. Ran well in defeat a few times last year; 6lb out of the handicap here and up against it.
5 (5) (28/1 -56%) Gustavus Weston	28 28/1(-56%)	(5) Gustavus Weston 28/1, Twenty runs since last win in 2021. Twelfth of 13 in handicap at the Curragh (5f, heavy, 12/1) 12 days ago. Hood back on. Coming down the handicap but no encouragement from his Curragh run; others preferred.
4 (4) (50/1 -178%) Never Shout Never	50 50/1(-178%)	(4) Never Shout Never 50/1, C&D winner. First run since leaving J. A. Stack when eleventh of 13 in handicap at the Curragh (5f, heavy, 18/1) 12 days ago, slowly away. No impression on his stable debut at the Curragh two weeks ago; others preferred.

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16:40 Cork Handicap 5f Race Speed Rating Flow

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STAG NIGHT already has a good run under his belt this season and may be able to go one better now. The Tagula gelding chased home Real Force at the Curragh 12 days ago and is only a pound higher. He had a few of these rivals in behind that day and Two Stars, who made the running then before finishing fourth, could play a big role again. Goal Exceeded is an interesting contender on his return against experienced rivals. The Iffraaj colt beat Take Me To Church in a Naas maiden when last seen in October and that rival hit the headlines at the same track recently when taking the Madrid Handicap in style.

TWO STARS and Stag Night are closely matched on their running in a useful sprint handicap at the Curragh a fortnight ago and Fozzy Stack's charge is taken to come out on top with the prospect of improvement in the offing. Magical Vision won a similar contest first time up last season and is another to consider. Goal Exceeded beat Take Me To Church (now Timeform-rated 104) when last seen and has to be respected also.

Preference is for MAGICAL VISION, who handles this ground well and is only 3lb higher than when winning on debut last year

16:45 Musselburgh Handicap (Class 4) 5f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
6 (6) (9/4 -20%) Thornaby Pearl	2.25 9/4(-20%)	(6) Thornaby Pearl 9/4, Career best when easily making all in 11-runner handicap at Doncaster (5f, soft) on reappearance last Sunday. His 5 lb penalty for that is offset by his rider's claim. Will take a bit of stopping if in a similar mood. Dominated at Doncaster last Sunday; major chance with conditions again ideal.
12 (12) (6/1 -100%) Zargun	6 6/1(-100%)	(12) Zargun 6/1, Gained a belated second career success when taking advantage of his reduced mark at Doncaster (5f, soft) last Sunday, making all. His ordinary strike-rate hardly marks him down as an obvious one to follow up but he'll likely make a bold bid from a good draw if in same form. Ended long losing run at Doncaster last weekend; strong contender if on another going day.
7 (7) (13/2 +19%) American Affair	6.5 13/2(+19%)	(7) American Affair 13/2, Back to winning ways in 6f Carlisle handicap in September and caught the eye when third of 21 over 5f at the Ayr Western Meeting later that month. Off since but this still unexposed sprinter is the mount of Paul Mulrennan from the yard's 3 runners and is capable of having a big say if ready to roll. Progressive; third in big field at Ayr final 3yo start; big threat if ready after absence.
9 (9) (7/1 -8%) Son Of Sampers	7 7/1(-8%)	(9) Son Of Sampers 7/1, 2½ lengths second of 11 to Thornaby Pearl in handicap at Doncaster (5f, soft, 11/2) 6 days ago. Hood on first time. A 5 lb swing in the weights doesn't look enough for him to turn the tables. Chased home Thornaby Pearl at Doncaster last weekend; hood fitted now.
4 (4) (9/1 +55%) Our Absent Friends	9 9/1(+55%)	(4) Our Absent Friends 9/1, Two wins from only 4 runs in 2023. Well held on first 2 outings this year but step back in the right direction when just under 3 lengths sixth of 9 at Newcastle (5f) 17 days ago. Nicely treated if building on that having dropped to his last successful mark. Might have needed his first three runs this term; Jason Hart a positive booking.
3 (3) (12/1 -20%) Ey Up It's Maggie	12 12/1(-20%)	(3) Ey Up It's Maggie 12/1, Respectable reappearance when fourth of 7 in handicap at Southwell (6f, 33/1) 20 days ago. Won at a similar time last year and not discounted. Pleasing reappearance at Southwell; these conditions should be ideal; big chance.
1 (1) (12/1 +0%) Seantrabh	12 12/1(+0%)	(1) Seantrabh 12/1, Won at Chester (5f, good to soft) last September. Not in the same form back there on final start last year and remains 4 lb above that successful mark back from 6 months off. 5f on ground softer than good is ideal; not discounted after six months off.
10 (10) (12/1 +14%) Whisky Mcgonagall	12 12/1(+14%)	(10) Whisky Mcgonagall 12/1, C&D maiden winner last May. Best run in 5f handicaps this winter when second of 11 at Newcastle in January. Might have just needed it after a 9-week break latest. Sole win came over C&D; bumped into a progressive type in January; impossible to rule out.
5 (5) (16/1 -14%) Jordan Electrics	16 16/1(-14%)	(5) Jordan Electrics 16/1, C&D winner. Three wins from 12 runs in a productive 2023 for the Jim Goldie yard. Much depends on whether he's fully primed after 166 days off. Three 5f wins in 2023; dangerous if fully fit after break; one of three Jim Goldie runners.
2 (2) (20/1 +0%) Rock Melody	20 20/1(+0%)	(2) Rock Melody 20/1, C&D winner last July and also went in over 7f here in October. Presumably needed the outing when down the field on her Newcastle return 4 weeks ago. Fourth in this last year. Loves Musselburgh; soundly beaten on reappearance and needs to build on that significantly.
11 (11) (40/1 -60%) Giselles Izzy	40 40/1(-60%)	(11) Giselles Izzy 40/1, Shaped as if better for the outing when seventh of 9 in handicap (16/1) at Newcastle (6f) 15 days ago, merely closing up late. Should strip fitter for that but this is the first time she's tackled 5f for 2 years. Usually runs over 6f; below par on reappearance; others have more obvious claims.
8 (8) (40/1 -21%) Iris Dancer	40 40/1(-21%)	(8) Iris Dancer 40/1, Won back to back over 6f at Hamilton in September. Below par in final outings of 2023 and her record suggests there's a chance she'll need this first run back. 6f Hamilton specialist; best watched after five months off with usual blinkers missing.

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16:45 Musselburgh Handicap (Class 4) 5f Race Class Flow

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A high draw can often pay dividends over the sprint trips here and ZARGUN is worth chancing with that in mind. The nine-year-old was reported to have appreciated a return to turf when winning on soft ground at Doncaster six days ago and, given that he remains extremely well treated under a 4lb penalty, there might be no stopping him. Thornaby Pearl must also compete under a penalty having defeated Son Of Sampers (second) on Town Moor last Sunday, and he must enter calculations. Jordan Electrics and Rock Melody are just two others to consider.

THORNABY PEARL and Zargun won both divisions of a 5f handicap at Doncaster last Sunday and might be the pair to focus on from handy draws towards the rail. The former has his 5 lb penalty offset by Mia Nicholls' claim and is preferred. American Affair appeals as a sprinter who could have more to come at 4 and also makes the shortlist.

Last weekend's Doncaster winners Thornaby Pearl and Zargun are big threats but preference is for EY UP IT'S MAGGIE.

16:50 Carlisle Handicap Chase (Class 5) 21f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 (1) (6/4 -36%) Largy Train	1.5 6/4(-36%)	(1) Largy Train 6/4, Improved from completely out of the blue when landing a Sedgefield handicap chase last month. Proved that that was no flash in the pan when following up at Hexham (2½m, heavy) recently and he should make a bold bid to complete the hat-trick. Wide-margin winner at Sedgefield last month and followed up in gritty style at Hexham.
4 (4) (2/1 +40%) Baron Briggs	2 2/1(+40%)	(4) Baron Briggs 2/1, Better efforts since undergoing a wind op, finishing third in handicaps at Kelso (17f), Musselburgh (20.3f) and again when upped to 3m at Ayr last month. Fair fourth in first-time cheekpieces (retained, plus tongue strap refitted) over the same C&D since and he's a live contender. Slightly disappointing this month but began 2024 with two good thirds (2m4f/3m); a player.
3 (3) (3/1 -9%) Great Ballinboris	3 3/1(-9%)	(3) Great Ballinboris 3/1, Failed to make an impact over hurdles but there were some positives to take from his chase debut third at Wetherby (19.4f, heavy) on Boxing Day, especially considering that he was returning from almost 12 months off. Possibilities if able to build on that. Very lightly raced 8yo who made encouraging seasonal/chase/handicap debut in December.
2 (2) (14/1 -75%) Toombridge	14 14/1(-75%)	(2) Toombridge 14/1, Runner-up in an Irish point a couple of years ago but he hasn't threated in 7 appearances under Rules (bumpers/hurdles). Sizeable step forward needed now that he tackles the larger obstacles. Well beaten in two handicap hurdles this year; has too much to prove on chasing debut.
5 (5) (18/1 -29%) The White Volcano	18 18/1(-29%)	(5) The White Volcano 18/1, Veteran who lost his way in Ireland and hard to derive any encouragement from his exploits since joining present yard. Record stands at 0-11 over fences. Ex-Irish veteran who has not won since 2019 and was out of form when last seen last spring.
6 (6) (66/1 +0%) Diamond Road	66 66/1(+0%)	(6) Diamond Road 66/1, Yet to show any worthwhile form and absent since pulled up on return at Newcastle in November. Poor maiden who can't be recommended from 5lb out of the weights.

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16:50 Carlisle Handicap Chase (Class 5) 21f Race Class Flow

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

Largy Train is respected as he bids to complete a three-timer and, having only gone up 2lb for his most recent success, he may have more to offer. However, BARON BRIGGS has shown ability over fences, despite finding 3m to be a stretch on his last two starts. Now tried with a first-time tongue-tie and dropped back in trip, this could be the time to catch him. Great Ballinboris also appeals on just his second try over fences.

It's probably fair to say that BARON BRIGGS has failed to progress since switched to fences but, at the same time, he hasn't done much wrong and a first taste of success could be on the cards. Largy Train is clearly the main danger ahead of Great Ballinboris.

He's not always a fluent jumper but BARON BRIGGS might enjoy the relatively easy fences here and gets the nod.

17:00 Haydock Handicap Chase (Class 4) 20f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
5 (5) (9/4 +32%) Pilgrims King	2.25 9/4(+32%)	(5) Pilgrims King 9/4, Career best when winning 4-runner handicap chase at Doncaster (19.1f, soft, 11/8) 27 days ago. Unexposed as a chaser and should have more to offer in this sphere, so makes plenty of appeal. Won at Doncaster last time when back chasing; beat just 3 rivals but unexposed over fences.
4 (4) (11/4 +58%) Nine Nine Nine	2.75 11/4(+58%)	(4) Nine Nine Nine 11/4, Off the mark at Leicester in January before doubling his tally there in March. Creditable third at Uttoxeter since but others look better treated. 2 wins this year; fair 3rd in higher grade than this at Uttoxeter latest; in calculations.
1 (1) (7/2 +56%) Good Work	3.5 7/2(+56%)	(1) Good Work 7/2, Frustrating sort who was outbattled on his penultimate start and produced a laboured effort at Uttoxeter last time. Not discounted if on a going day. 0-20 and below par last time, but has frequently finished second and could be thereabouts.
6 (6) (11/2 +15%) Elleon	5.5 11/2(+15%)	(6) Elleon 11/2, Arrives in good order, blinkered for the first time when second in a handicap chase at Fakenham 15 days ago. Cheekpieces back on now but should give his running. 0-13 over fences but has often run well, including the last twice; might not be far away.
3 (3) (6/1 -71%) Si Elegant	6 6/1(-71%)	(3) Si Elegant 6/1, Generally disappointing so far under Rules but more encouragement when third in handicap chase at Leicester on debut for new yard. Can fare much better this time. Going well on chase/handicap debut at Leicester under very bad blunder three out.

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17:00 Haydock Handicap Chase (Class 4) 20f Race Class Flow

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

PILGRIMS KING made a winning return to fences over 2m3f at Doncaster earlier in the month and a 2lb rise for that success may not be enough to stop him from following up here. Nine Nine Nine was well held when third at Uttoxeter last time but he should not be underestimated in this company, while similar comments apply to Good Work.

PILGRIMS KING did well to get up (after meeting trouble) at Doncaster last time and he's fancied to progress in this sphere, so he gets the nod over the consistent Elleon, with Si Elegant regarded as a player on just his second outing for Venetia Williams.

The Venetia Williams-trained SI ELEGANT was going well until a bad blunder three out on his chase debut, and he is the selection.

17:05 Fairyhouse Handicap Hurdle 16f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
2 (2) (3/1 -20%) Risk Belle	3 3/1(-20%)	(2) Risk Belle 3/1, C&D winner. Latest win in hurdle here in December. Respectable eighth of 17 in handicap hurdle (12/1) at Cheltenham (16.8f, heavy) 15 days ago. Remains with a bigger performance in her. Unsuited by slow gallop in County last time but C&D Gr 3 winner; Kelly good value for 5lb.
3 (3) (9/2 +18%) Comfort Zone	4.5 9/2(+18%)	(3) Comfort Zone 9/2, Lightly-raced winner over hurdles. Creditable second of 14 in handicap (4/1) at Leopardstown (12.8f, good to firm), conceding first run. Not seen in this sphere since winning the Triumph Hurdle Trial at Cheltenham last January but remains with loads of potential. Dual Gr 2 winner as a juvenile; only seen once since when 2nd in Premier H'cap on the Flat.
6 (6) (13/2 +24%) Samui	6.5 13/2(+24%)	(6) Samui 13/2, Latest win in hurdle at Listowel in September. Creditable ninth of 17 in handicap hurdle (50/1) at Cheltenham (16.8f, heavy) 15 days ago. Needs to do more. Won Listed h'cap hurdle in September; fair effort when beaten 9l in County and 3lb lower.
9 (9) (13/2 +80%) Conyers Hill	6.5 13/2(+80%)	(9) Conyers Hill 13/2, Latest win in hurdle at Cork in November. Below form eleventh of 21 in handicap hurdle at Leopardstown (16f, soft, 17/2) 55 days ago. Hood back on. Others are more persuasive. Won back-to-back earlier this term; signs h'capper has caught up since; below par latest.
7 (7) (15/2 -7%) Helvic Dream	7.5 15/2(-7%)	(7) Helvic Dream 15/2, Useful winner at 12f on flat. 14/1, 10 lengths fourth of 6 to Fun Fun Fun in Kingsfurze Novices' Hurdle at Naas (15.5f, heavy) 20 days ago. Not discounted returning to handicap company. Maiden hurdle winner at Navan before 10l Gr3 defeat at Naas; more needed but lightly raced.
1 (1) (8/1 -167%) Westport Cove	8 8/1(-167%)	(1) Westport Cove 8/1, Latest win in hurdle at Thurles in November. 40/1, pulled up in handicap hurdle at Cheltenham (16.8f, heavy) 15 days ago, beaten quickly. Could get back on track returned to calmer waters with Townend back on board. Clipped heels when pulled up in County latest; had some smart form previously; respected.
4 (4) (14/1 +30%) One Last Tango	14 14/1(+30%)	(4) One Last Tango 14/1, Latest win in hurdle at Leopardstown in December. Below form tenth of 21 in handicap hurdle (16/1) at Leopardstown (16f, soft) 55 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Worth a market check. Landed Leopardstown h'cap in December; never involved back there at DRF; cheekpieces on.
8 (8) (16/1 +36%) By Your Side	16 16/1(+36%)	(8) By Your Side 16/1, 80/1, respectable tenth of 17 in handicap hurdle at Cheltenham (16.8f, heavy) 15 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Not discounted in this less-competitive affair. 1-18 over hurdles; fair run in the County when 80-1; others may be on better marks.
12 (12) (22/1 +56%) Decimation	22 22/1(+56%)	(12) Decimation 22/1, Respectable fifth of 19 in handicap hurdle (40/1) at Gowran (20.1f, heavy) 42 days ago. Down in trip. Tongue strap back on. Can't be ruled out. Has come down a long way in the weights but missed 2023 and hasn't shown enough recently.
5 (5) (25/1 -56%) Little Mixup	25 25/1(-56%)	(5) Little Mixup 25/1, Latest win in hurdle at Thurles in January. Bit below form tenth of 17 in handicap hurdle at Kelso (16.2f, soft, 33/1) 28 days ago. Has work to do. Progressive over hurdles in last 18 months; tough ask in Morebattle latest; 5lb lower.
11 (11) (25/1 -178%) Morning Soldier	25 25/1(-178%)	(11) Morning Soldier 25/1, Unseated rider in handicap hurdle at Leopardstown (16f, soft, 40/1) 55 days ago. Others preferred. Running okay before unseating at DRF latest; this is a tough race to gain first hurdle win.
10 (10) (33/1 -313%) Effernock Fizz	33 33/1(-313%)	(10) Effernock Fizz 33/1, Sixteen runs since last win in 2023. Below form third of 6 in minor event hurdle at Leopardstown (18.3f, soft, 18/1) 27 days ago. Others have achieved more. Ran okay latest and has become well treated but best form is on quicker ground.

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17:05 Fairyhouse Handicap Hurdle 16f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

COMFORT ZONE has presumably had his issues, given the lengthy absences, but looks capable of winning a nice prize like this over hurdles off his current mark. The Churchill gelding was a dual Grade 2 winner over timber as a juvenile but missed the latter part of last season. He reappeared on the Flat in the 'Petingo' Handicap at Leopardstown in September and ran a cracker to chase home Satin in that very competitive contest. Having been prepared to run such a big race off a break then he will hopefully be fit and ready for this task. Last year's winner Risk Belle also runs in the colours of JP McManus and has to be respected. She was mid-division in the County Hurdle at Cheltenham last time and has dropped a few pounds recently. Classy Flat performer Helvic Dream was fourth in Grade 3 company over timber at Naas last time and is another for the shortlist.

COMFORT ZONE looked well above average as a novice and, having run well on the Flat when last seen 6 months ago, he's fancied to add to an excellent strike rate in this sphere, with an opening mark of 132 potentially lenient. Risk Belle shaped better than the result in the County Hurdle at Cheltenham last time, so he's one to consider, while Westport Cove is likely to put a tame run behind him.

After an encouraging run in the County last time when unsuited by a slow pace, RISK BELLE is worth chancing with Kelly claiming 5lb

17:15 Cork Maiden 5f - 18 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
17 (17) (2/1 +33%) Shandy	2 2/1(+33%)	(17) Shandy 2/1, €62,000 foal, 70,000 gns yearling, Starspangledbanner filly. Half-sister to 2-y-o 6f winner Gold Award. Third of 20 in maiden (well-backed 11/2) at the Curragh (5.9f, heavy) on debut. Off 151 days. Should improve and leading claims. Ran out of steam on debut in a 6f Curragh maiden in October; shaped like 5f would suit.
15 (15) (11/4 -83%) Heart Of Darkness	2.75 11/4(-83%)	(15) Heart Of Darkness 11/4, 50,000 gns yearling, Mehmas filly. Half-sister to 5f-6f winner Just A Spark. Yard have started well and she's an appealing newcomer. Speedily-bred filly whose dam handled cut in the ground; likely to be a contender on debut.
2 (2) (9/2 +72%) Betsen	4.5 9/2(+72%)	(2) Betsen 9/2, 50,000 gns foal, €62,000 yearling, Invincible Spirit colt. Dam unraced half-sister to smart winner up to 12.5f Cocktail Queen out of useful winner up to 1¼m (2-y-o 7f winner) Premier Prize. Interesting newcomer. Middle distance and staying pedigree mostly; best watched on debut.
9 (9) (6/1 -118%) Sturlasson	6 6/1(-118%)	(9) Sturlasson 6/1, Lightly-raced gelding. 7¼ lengths eighth of 10 to Letsbefrankaboutit in Round Tower Stakes (50/1) at the Curragh (6f, good) when last seen. Off 7 months. Respected down in class. Highly tried during the summer and maiden success is attainable, especially on this ground.
18 (18) (15/2 -25%) Staysound Susie	7.5 15/2(-25%)	(18) Staysound Susie 15/2, Fair filly. Remains a maiden after 7 Flat runs. 4/1 and hooded for 1st time, bit below form third of 8 in maiden at Dundalk (6f) 43 days ago. Consistent last season; ran okay in a hood on her return at Dundalk; each-way chance.
11 (11) (20/1 -25%) Bright Lightening	20 20/1(-25%)	(11) Bright Lightening 20/1, 12,000 gns yearling, Territories filly. Half-sister to several winners, including German 1¼m winner Fast Lightning and 1m winner Passing Time. Certainly an interesting runner; stable might have a more compelling participant in Shandy.
5 (5) (20/1 -233%) Jalaybee	20 20/1(-233%)	(5) Jalaybee 20/1, Lightly-raced gelding. 16/1 and blinkered for 1st time, eleventh of 13 in nursery at Naas (5.9f, soft). 168 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time. One to consider on return. Placed in three early season maidens last year; cheekpieces tried; not one to dismiss.
12 (12) (25/1 -108%) Emerald Harmony	25 25/1(-108%)	(12) Emerald Harmony 25/1, 13,000 gns foal, 35,000 gns yearling, Soldier's Call filly. Half-sister to several winners, including useful 7.4f-1¼m winner Stealth Fighter and 6f-1m winner Rex Place. Interesting newcomer. Well bred filly; quite a hot maiden to introduce her but no surprise if she made an impact.
6 (6) (25/1 +38%) Martinelli	25 25/1(+38%)	(6) Martinelli 25/1, Twice-raced gelding. Off 6 months. Not beaten far in the Sportsman's Challenge at Naas in September; needs this for a mark.
7 (7) (33/1 +0%) Movento	33 33/1(+0%)	(7) Movento 33/1, €35,000 yearling, Soldier's Call gelding. Half-brother to Italian winner up to 6f Live On Stage. Dam, maiden (stayed 11.5f), half-sister to very smart 1¼m/10.4f winner Covert Love. Mixture of speed and stamina in his pedigree and probably worth watching on debut.
10 (10) (50/1 -213%) Surpass And Shine	50 50/1(-213%)	(10) Surpass And Shine 50/1, Thrice-raced colt. Third of 14 in maiden (28/1) at Dundalk (5f) 115 days ago. Probably goes on the ground but this is a bit hotter than he has handled so far.
13 (13) (80/1 -142%) Galel	80 80/1(-142%)	(13) Galel 80/1, Twice-raced filly. Off 6 months. Down in trip. Improvement needed. Modicum of ability in two maidens last year; needs this for a handicap mark.
3 (3) (100/1 -203%) Comein Comein	100 100/1(-203%)	(3) Comein Comein 100/1, Lightly-raced colt, one standout effort at 2 yrs when third at Down Royal. Off 6 months. Went quite close in a Down Royal maiden but well beaten twice since; others preferred.
16 (16) (150/1 -50%) Platino Bianco	150 150/1(-50%)	(16) Platino Bianco 150/1, Twice-raced filly. Off 6 months. Down in trip. Hooded for 1st time. Well beaten in two good maidens last year; drops back to 5f but makes little appeal.
1 (1) (150/1 -355%) Akeela	150 150/1(-355%)	(1) Akeela 150/1, Twice-raced filly. Off 10 months. Down in trip. Should come on for the run and might be one to look out for in handicaps. Has contested two maidens and ran okay both times; ground is an unknown; best watched.
4 (4) (200/1 -33%) Ginormous	200 200/1(-33%)	(4) Ginormous 200/1, Twice-raced gelding. Off 178 days. First run for yard after leaving George Scott. Well beaten in two runs for George Scott in Britain; hard to make a case for.
14 (14) (200/1 -33%) Grand Citadel	200 200/1(-33%)	(14) Grand Citadel 200/1, Twice-raced filly, well beaten. Off 7 months. Soundly beaten in two maidens last August; drops back to 5f but hard to fancy here.
8 (8) (200/1 +0%) Star Sailor	200 200/1(+0%)	(8) Star Sailor 200/1, Twice-raced gelding. 150/1, twelfth of 13 in maiden at Dundalk (8f) 22 days ago. Significantly down in trip. Well beaten in a pair of Dundalk maidens and looks to have little chance here.

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17:15 Cork Maiden 5f Race Speed Rating Flow

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The 90-rated STURLASSON can get off the mark on his return to action. The Invincible Army gelding was highly tried last season after a couple of good runner-up efforts in maiden company to start his campaign. He chased home star juvenile Bucanero Fuerte on his debut and wasn't beaten far in Listed company at HQ in August. Shandy looked like she would improve from her debut run when third to Samuel Colt at the Curragh in late October. She travelled well then but failed to get home and drops back to the minimum trip now. Paddy Twomey-trained newcomers always have to be respected in maidens and the market will be the best guide to the chances of Heart Of Darkness.

SHANDY made a promising start at the Curragh in the autumn and gets the vote with improvement likely on her return. Heart of Darkness is an appealing newcomer, while Sturlasson drops in grade and could have a race in him.

Preference is for SHANDY, who created a very nice impression on her Curragh debut in October and could find this trip to her liking

17:20 Musselburgh Handicap (Class 4) 8f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
4 (4) (11/4 +0%) Fiver Friday	2.75 11/4(+0%)	(4) Fiver Friday 11/4, Course winner. Showed up well for a long way when fifth of 16 in handicap at Naas (7f, heavy, 25/1) on reappearance 6 days ago. Hood back on. Respected with that outing under her belt. Northern Irish filly who has form figures of 4122 in Scottish races; interesting contender.
1 (1) (9/2 +50%) Bashful	4.5 9/2(+50%)	(1) Bashful 9/2, Four wins from 11 Flat runs last year. Successful twice in 2m handicap hurdles here this year and respectable fourth of 6 over 1m at Newcastle back on the Flat 17 days ago. Quite interesting back at Musselburgh, having scored twice over hurdles here last month.
8 (8) (5/1 +23%) Reidh	5 5/1(+23%)	(8) Reidh 5/1, Fair maiden who was competitive off higher marks last season. Still not fully exposed and one of the more interesting contenders. Still a maiden but may show the benefit of a gelding operation going into this 4yo season.
5 (5) (5/1 +38%) Tobetso	5 5/1(+38%)	(5) Tobetso 5/1, Winner at Brighton on final start for William Haggas and made a positive start for new connections, resuming winning ways at Ripon (1m) prior to a good fourth at Ayr. Not at best at Pontefract in October but he's one who could resume his progression in 2024. 3yo form suggests he may be more interesting on faster ground later on.
9 (9) (15/2 -7%) Admiral Nelson	7.5 15/2(-7%)	(9) Admiral Nelson 15/2, Good second of 7 in handicap at Newcastle (1m) 12 days ago. Raced only on AW since coming to Britain but won on turf in Ireland. Raced on AW for current yard; has place claims provided he remains in form back on turf.
3 (3) (8/1 -7%) On The River	8 8/1(-7%)	(3) On The River 8/1, Course winner who enjoyed an excellent first season with this yard, winning 4 times, including on reappearance. Has dipped back to last winning mark and needs considering. Productive for new stable last term; back on last winning mark; possibilities.
7 (7) (10/1 +0%) B Associates	10 10/1(+0%)	(7) B Associates 10/1, C&D winner who notched 5 victories in a very productive 2023. Reappears off only 1 lb above his last successful mark. Should be competitive if ready to roll after 170 days off. Something to prove in this scenario; all wins at 6f/7f on good/firmer.
10 (10) (18/1 +10%) Letsbefrank	18 18/1(+10%)	(10) Letsbefrank 18/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Eighth of 10 in novice at Newcastle (1m) 39 days ago, slowly away. Makes handicap debut. Mark demands but improvement but he's much the least exposed in this line-up. May improve now handicapping off bottom weight and returned to turf.
6 (6) (33/1 -32%) Jackhammer	33 33/1(-32%)	(6) Jackhammer 33/1, Won the Flat at Hamilton (9f) last June. Raced mainly over fences since, running below form here when last seen in December. Ran poorly over fences here last time out; this veteran is best watched.

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17:20 Musselburgh Handicap (Class 4) 8f Race Class Flow

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FIVER FRIDAY had success when campaigned in Scotland last year, winning over 1m1f here before finishing second at Ayr and Hamilton, and the Irish raider should have come on for last weekend's seasonal debut at Naas. Paul Traynor's filly is narrowly preferred to Admiral Nelson, who hinted his turn may be near when second off this mark at Newcastle last time, and recent Southwell runner-up Signora Bellissima. Bashful is interesting having recorded a double over hurdles here last month but he looked in need of further on his Flat return over 1m at Newcastle earlier in the month.

ON THE RIVER has dropped back to a winning mark and scored on his 2023 reappearance so he gets the vote in this first division of the 7f handicap. Signora Bellissima is second choice for in-form Gemma Tutty. Irish-raider Fiver Friday won here last year and is also on the shortlist along with Reidh.

Northern Irish challenger FIVER FRIDAY has a good record in Scotland and can step up from this week's reappearance effort.

17:25 Carlisle Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 19f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
8 (8) (3/1 +63%) Tommy Combats	3 3/1(+63%)	(8) Tommy Combats 3/1, Bought for £21,000 after finishing third on the first of 2 starts in Irish points. Has made the frame on 2 of his 3 starts in maiden hurdles and it wouldn't be much of a surprise were he to up his game now pitched into a handicap. Handicaps of this nature should now provide better opportunities; market useful.
1 (1) (4/1 +27%) Final Edgar	4 4/1(+27%)	(1) Final Edgar 4/1, Much improved when getting off the mark in 11-runner novice at Sedgefield (16.8f, heavy) last month. Backed that up when finding just one too good over the same C&D since and possibilities here off an unchanged mark. Just missed out on handicap debut; the winner ran well in defeat last weekend.
4 (4) (4/1 -14%) Follow Charlie	4 4/1(-14%)	(4) Follow Charlie 4/1, Has done well since switched to handicaps, off the mark at Ayr (20.4f, heavy) in January and struck again over ths same C&D earlier this month. 8 lb rise demands improvement but he's a player all the same. Impressive enough at Ayr to earn an 8lb rise; in form and probably improving.
2 (2) (6/1 -33%) Masked Crusader	6 6/1(-33%)	(2) Masked Crusader 6/1, Landed a pair of novice hurdles in 2022. Temperament has come under suspicion since but produced his best effort for a while when just touched off over this C&D and a reproduction of that form would give him a solid chance. Form figures of 212 here, latterly only narrowly failing to make all over C&D.
7 (7) (9/1 -125%) Master Breffni	9 9/1(-125%)	(7) Master Breffni 9/1, More miss than hit over hurdles in Ireland and 0-4 in handicap chases for present yard. However, he surely would've collected had he stayed on all fours at Catterick last time (going well in the lead when falling at the final fence) and it'll be interesting to see how he fares back in this sphere. In front when falling two out over fences last time; back hurdling off 3lb higher; chance.
3 (3) (9/1 -50%) Foillan	9 9/1(-50%)	(3) Foillan 9/1, On a good mark judged on peak hurdles for Dr Richard Newland during 2021/22 campaign. Hasn't pulled up any trees in 4 starts for present yard but he is at least coming down the weights. His finishing effort in this new headgear combination last time was disappointing.
9 (9) (12/1 +0%) Ashjan	12 12/1(+0%)	(9) Ashjan 12/1, Won 3 times over fences in 2022 and posted much his best effort of this season to date when fourth of 12 over C&D.earlier this month. However, his temperament isn't all it could be and others make more appeal for win purposes. Perhaps flattered from out of the weights last time; off the same mark here.
5 (5) (20/1 -25%) The King Of May	20 20/1(-25%)	(5) The King Of May 20/1, Would be thrown in off this mark if anywhere near his best but he has struggled since finishing a decent third over this C&D in November. Back hurdling for his last three runs and hasn't been getting competitive.
6 (6) (28/1 -133%) Jimmy Rabbitte	28 28/1(-133%)	(6) Jimmy Rabbitte 28/1, Losing run stretches back to July 2019 but he was knocking firmly on the door last summer. Solid second at Perth (3m, good) when last seen in August and this drop back in trip won't be an issue. Will be a threat if fully tuned up for this. Running well but goodish ground is ideal and softer looks troublesome.

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17:25 Carlisle Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 19f Race Class Flow

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Several hold decent chances and the likes of Follow Charlie, a winner over the extended 2m4f at Ayr last time, and the progressive Final Edgar both warrant serious consideration. As does Tommy Combats, who holds potential off a workable mark on his handicap debut. However, preference is for MASKED CRUSADER, who was unlucky to be pipped at the post in a hands and heels/conditional riders' race over this C&D 23 days ago and, with Brian Hughes now taking over in the saddle, he can go one place better this time.

This looks pretty competitive and the vote goes to MASTER BREFFNI, who had matters under control when departing at the final fence at Catterick and this drop back in trip is unlikely to be an issue. Final Edgar looks a big threat with talented conditional William Maggs booked, while Masked Crusader and Follow Charlie are others who command respect.

A few to consider. FINAL EDGAR may have more upside than some of these with him still lightly raced and seemingly improving.

17:30 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 4) 10f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
7 (7) (10/3 +52%) Tiger Beetle	3.333333 10/3(+52%)	(7) Tiger Beetle 10/3, Three-time C&D winner. Creditable fourth of 10 in handicap (8/1) at Southwell (11.1f) 25 days ago, hampered. Should make his presence felt. Conditions to suit, on last winning mark and ran okay latest; one for the shortlist.
4 (4) (4/1 +11%) Chantico	4 4/1(+11%)	(4) Chantico 4/1, Respectable fourth of 9 in handicap at Newcastle (8f, 7/2) 17 days ago. Shapes as though this step back up in trip will be a good thing and he remains on an attractive mark. Met trouble but kept on well at Newcastle last time (1m; backed); one to consider.
8 (8) (11/2 -22%) Photon	5.5 11/2(-22%)	(8) Photon 11/2, 17/2, good second of 8 in handicap at this course (8.6f) 43 days ago. Low-mileage for a 4-y-o and he has to be high on the shortlist. Three encouraging runs since being gelded; new trip can help; not fully exposed.
6 (6) (6/1 -9%) Ludo's Landing	6 6/1(-9%)	(6) Ludo's Landing 6/1, 11/2, creditable third of 8 in handicap at this C&D 36 days ago. Live each-way chance off the same mark. Two solid runs over C&D last month; needs more but his turf form offers hope of that.
3 (3) (7/1 -17%) Boasty	7 7/1(-17%)	(3) Boasty 7/1, Career best when winning 8-runner handicap (7/1) at this C&D 21 days ago, always holding on. 3 lb rise fair enough and he has to enter calculations. C&D winner three weeks ago; up 3lb but likely to give it another good go.
10 (10) (8/1 -78%) Harbour Vision	8 8/1(-78%)	(10) Harbour Vision 8/1, Improved on recent efforts to win 9-runner handicap at this course (8.6f, 7/2) 14 days ago, having run of race. Clearly in good nick and while a 7 lb rise asks a serious question of this 9-y-o, he's certainly one to consider. Won two of his last four starts, impressively two weeks ago; up 7lb but not ruled out.
2 (2) (12/1 -50%) Precision Storm	12 12/1(-50%)	(2) Precision Storm 12/1, Three-time C&D winner. Thirteen runs since last win in 2022. 11/1 and tongue strap on for 1st time, fifth of 8 in handicap at this C&D 36 days ago. Would be a threat off this reduced mark if he were to respond favourably to the first-time cheekpieces. Not fired this winter but he's down in class and cheekpieces are now tried.
1 (1) (18/1 -80%) Plastic Paddy	18 18/1(-80%)	(1) Plastic Paddy 18/1, Latest win at Kempton in March. Sixth of 8 in handicap at Chelmsford City (7f, 11/4) 16 days ago. Significantly up in trip and needs to raise his game. Beaten twice off lower marks since a Kempton win earlier this month; stamina not assured.
5 (5) (18/1 -13%) Flatley	18 18/1(-13%)	(5) Flatley 18/1, Latest win here in January. 16/1, last of 11 in handicap at this course (8.6f) 28 days ago. Now tried in cheekpieces. Inconsistent but he's won two of his last five starts; cheekpieces now tried.
9 (9) (40/1 -150%) Rosenpur	40 40/1(-150%)	(9) Rosenpur 40/1, Pulled up in novice hurdle (12/1) at Catterick (15.7f, soft) on NH debut 47 days ago. Hood enlisted now returned to this sphere. Others make more appeal. Unexposed ex-German 4yo; ran okay on stable debut in January; hooded now.

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17:30 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 4) 10f Race Class Flow

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The in-form Harbour Vision is a good starting point given the nine-year-old has previously won at this level and appeals strongly despite this representing a step back up in class. However, the younger legs and less exposed all-weather profile of LUDO'S LANDING earn him the vote. A respectable third in a similar race over course and distance last month, the selection is open to further progression and can better that off 3lb below his last winning mark on turf. Recent C&D winner Boasty is also feared.

CHANTICO left the strong impression that this step back up in trip would be in his favour when staying on into fourth over a mile at Newcastle recently. He did well to finish as close as he did that day and shades preference ahead of lightly-raced 4-y-o Photon, who has found just one too good on two of his three starts since being gelded and his turn is surely near. Last-time-out winners Boasty and Harbour Vision are others with strong credentials.

The money came for CHANTICO (nap) at Newcastle but he wasn't seen to best effect. He can make amends, with Tiger Beetle next best.

17:40 Fairyhouse NH Flat Race 16f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
5 (5) (13/8 -8%) Magic Mccolgan	1.625 13/8(-8%)	(5) Magic Mccolgan 13/8, Much improved from debut when landing 8-runner bumper (evens) at Leopardstown (16f, heavy) 26 days ago, driven out. More to come and boasts strong claims. Fourth behind Barnahash Primrose at Limerick, won at Leopardstown, Patrick Mullins aboard.
2 (2) (2/1 -23%) Barnahash Primrose	2 2/1(-23%)	(2) Barnahash Primrose 2/1, Twice-raced winner in bumpers. 6/1, 3 lengths third of 13 to Fleur Au Fusil in Grade 2 mares bumper at Leopardstown (16f, soft) 55 days ago, travelling as well as any. Likely to be on the premises again. Debut winner at Limerick, confirmed a good standard of form when third at Leopardstown.
4 (4) (4/1 +33%) Flashaway	4 4/1(+33%)	(4) Flashaway 4/1, Won 8-runner bumper (2/5) at Gowran (17f, heavy) on NH debut 42 days ago, staying on well. Open to improvement and fancied to maintain her unbeaten record. Justified market confidence when making a winning debut at Gowran, Patrick Mullins deserts.
1 (1) (13/2 +0%) Familiar Dreams	6.5 13/2(+0%)	(1) Familiar Dreams 13/2, 2 wins from 5 runs this season. 17/2, career best when winning 9-runner bumper at Naas (15.5f, heavy) 20 days ago, kept up to work. Going the right way and should be able to make her presence felt again. Backed up Cork win with an emphatic front-running display at Naas, promising mare.
3 (3) (25/1 -194%) Disco Dancer	25 25/1(-194%)	(3) Disco Dancer 25/1, Off the mark at second attempt in 9-runner bumper at Down Royal (16.9f, soft, 25/1) 13 days ago, well on top finish. Could do better still, so makes plenty of appeal. Big-priced winner at Down Royal, seems to be maturing along the right lines.
6 (6) (25/1 +38%) Discussion	25 25/1(+38%)	(6) Discussion 25/1, Twice-raced maiden. 20¼ lengths seventh of 13 to Fleur Au Fusil in Grade 2 mares bumper (125/1) at Leopardstown (16f, soft) 55 days ago. Second at this venue on debut, well held by Barnahash Primrose on Leopardstown running.
7 (7) (33/1 -32%) Penelope's Charm	33 33/1(-32%)	(7) Penelope's Charm 33/1, Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. Third of 16 in novice hurdle (13/2) at Gowran (16f, heavy) on hurdles bow 21 days ago. Switches from hurdles to bumpers. Something to find on form. Fair placed form in bumpers and in a maiden hurdle, faces a stiff task against winners.

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17:40 Fairyhouse NH Flat Race 16f Race Speed Rating Flow

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Patrick Mullins sides with MAGIC MCCOLGAN and the Flemensfirth mare looks like a progressive type. She did well to win at Leopardstown last time when losing her pitch turning in and having to switch to the inside to get a run. The full-sister to Tornado Flyer won nicely in the end and can step forward again. Stablemate Flashaway, a daughter of top race-mare Voler La Vedette, made a big impression on her debut at Gowran when winning by a wide margin and is also a leading contender. Familiar Dreams has to give a few pounds to her rivals but is another that has to be on the shortlist. She was good when taking a winners contest at Naas last time and seems to be improving with racing.

FLASHWAY justified a short price in comfortable fashion at Gowran on debut and, with more to come, she's fancied to go in again at the possible expense of stablemate Magic McColgan. Barnahash Primrose travelled smoothly in Grade 2 company last time, so she's also a player dropping back in grade.

This could go to BARNAHASH PRIMROSE who had Magic Mccolgan back in fourth at Limerick and ran well in defeat at Leopardstown

17:50 Musselburgh Handicap (Class 4) 8f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 (1) (6/5 -9%) Walsingham	1.2 6/5(-9%)	(1) Walsingham 6/5, Failed to win in 8 starts in Ireland for Dermot Weld but showed fairly useful form, notably when narrowly denied in 1m Leopardstown maiden final 3-y-o start. New stable has done well with new recruits from the same source. Big player. Consistent maiden for Dermot Weld; interesting on debut for very shrewd new connections.
3 (3) (4/1 -14%) Hiromichi	4 4/1(-14%)	(3) Hiromichi 4/1, Six wins from 22 Flat runs. Three wins from 11 runs last year. Capable performer at 0-75 level and should have a big say if fully primed after 147 days off. Productive sort; sole runner on the card for his Berkshire-based trainer; should go well.
4 (4) (13/2 +0%) Leap Day	6.5 13/2(+0%)	(4) Leap Day 13/2, Winner at Southwell (1m) in December. Runner-up twice at Newcastle (7f) this year but well held back at Southwell latest. Rare poor effort last time; largely consistent and may well rebound.
7 (7) (8/1 +11%) Shine On Brendan	8 8/1(+11%)	(7) Shine On Brendan 8/1, Course winner. Went without regular blinkers when well held on 1m Newcastle reappearance and the headgear is missing again. Others are preferred. The only course scorer in this field and is competitively weighted; possibilities.
8 (8) (10/1 -11%) Kelpie Grey	10 10/1(-11%)	(8) Kelpie Grey 10/1, Winner at Ayr (7f, heavy) in October. Bit below form fourth of 8 in handicap (4/1) at Newcastle (7f) on final start. Off 5 months. Has yet to prove he stays 1m. 7f winner at Ayr on penultimate appearance; something to prove back up in trip.
6 (6) (14/1 -75%) Alpine Sierra	14 14/1(-75%)	(6) Alpine Sierra 14/1, Successful at Ayr in October. 11/1, tenth of 11 in handicap at Newcastle (7f) final start. The fact she won on last year's reappearance shows he's capable when fresh. Won at Ayr on most recent turf attempt and on reappearance last term; not dismissed.
5 (5) (16/1 -33%) Initio	16 16/1(-33%)	(5) Initio 16/1, Winner of novice at Wolverhampton (7f) in October. 10/1, not seen to best effect (hampered start and raced too freely) when last of 8 in handicap at Newcastle (7f) on reappearance 17 days ago. Hood back on. Enough to prove back on turf and tackling a new trip in second-time hood.
2 (2) (25/1 -25%) Detective	25 25/1(-25%)	(2) Detective 25/1, Thirteen runs since last win in 2022. Placed a few times last season but not at best when last seen in the autumn. Others are more obvious. Carlisle specialist; this sharp scenario looks unfavourable on reappearance.

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17:50 Musselburgh Handicap (Class 4) 8f Race Class Flow

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Hiromichi will appreciate the return to a mile on his seasonal debut and he is a leading player on the form of his impressive success over this trip at Pontefract off 4lb lower in October, while Leap Day performed consistently well on the all-weather over the winter and remains feasibly treated. However, the returning WALSINGHAM was knocking on the door in 1m maidens for Dermot Weld in Ireland last summer and, now in the care of the in-form David O'Meara, he looks potentially well treated on his handicap debut off 78.

David O'Meara has enjoyed plenty of success with recruits from the Dermot Weld stable so WALSINGHAM is the suggestion in this finale, with confidence in his chance increased should the betting vibes be strong. Hiromichi is second choice ahead of Tim Easterby's Leap Day.

Switched to handicap level on his debut for new connections, WALSINGHAM could well get off the mark. Hiromichi is feared most.

18:00 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 6) 7f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
4 (4) (3/1 +33%) Mister Mojito	3 3/1(+33%)	(4) Mister Mojito 3/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 5/1, improved when third of 10 in handicap at Kempton (7f) 24 days ago. Respected. Good third on this month's handicap debut, still looking green; open to further progress.
1 (1) (10/3 -141%) Volkan Bey	3.333333 10/3(-141%)	(1) Volkan Bey 10/3, Promising individual. 11/4, career best when winning 9-runner handicap at Kempton (7f) 56 days ago, kept up to work. Makes tapeta debut. Will go on improving and looks capable of following up. Ready winner of a 7f handicap at Kempton eight weeks ago; more to come; key player.
3 (3) (7/2 +75%) Eastern Dream	3.5 7/2(+75%)	(3) Eastern Dream 7/2, Lightly-raced maiden. Respectable seventh of 12 in handicap at Southwell (8.1f, 11/1) 20 days ago, finding little. Needs a couple of these to falter. Both handicap runs have offered promise; return to 7f should suit; one to consider.
6 (6) (6/1 +25%) Anglesey Lad	6 6/1(+25%)	(6) Anglesey Lad 6/1, Made more impact when second of 10 on nursery debut at Newcastle (6f). Has form at 7f and not completely discounted on return from 180 days off. Ended 2023 with good second at Newcastle (6f); R Ryan booked; not fully exposed at 7f.
9 (9) (15/2 +32%) Profitman	7.5 15/2(+32%)	(9) Profitman 15/2, Respectable third of 6 in handicap at Chelmsford City (8f, 16/5) 16 days ago, finding less than looked likely. Others make more appeal. Placed over C&D this month before looking stretched by 1m latest; career best required.
5 (5) (8/1 -14%) Battleofbaltimore	8 8/1(-14%)	(5) Battleofbaltimore 8/1, Cheekpieces on for 1st time, good third of 12 in nursery at Chelmsford City (8f, 13/2). Off 110 days. Makes tapeta debut. Remains on fair mark if able ready to roll on comeback. 2 fair front-running runs at Chelmsford (1m) to end 2023 campaign; vulnerable to improvers.
8 (8) (22/1 -267%) Inawe	22 22/1(-267%)	(8) Inawe 22/1, Benefited from enterprising ride when off mark i 8-runner handicap at this C&D 15 days ago, just holding on. Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals. Off the mark over C&D two weeks ago; only up 2lb but this is a stronger race.
7 (7) (25/1 -56%) Meet Me In Meraki	25 25/1(-56%)	(7) Meet Me In Meraki 25/1, Seventh of 11 in nursery at Southwell (6.1f, 3/1). Off 99 days. Tongue strap on 1st time. Must improve. Unplaced in all 8 2yo runs but showed promise; tongue tie on for return; check betting.
2 (2) (28/1 -133%) Salaamaat	28 28/1(-133%)	(2) Salaamaat 28/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 22/1, good third of 6 in handicap at Kempton (6f) 52 days ago. Makes tapeta debut. Frame claims again. Third of six on h'cap debut (6f) last month; bred to improve for 7f and S De Sousa booked.

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18:00 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 6) 7f Race Class Flow

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

After a successful handicap debut at Kempton last month, Volkan Bey can go well if coping with the switch to Tapeta, while Anglesey Lad also posted a respectable effort when runner-up at Newcastle in October and rates a player off the same mark. Nevertheless, a chance is taken that INAWE can take this slight step up in class in her stride and prove her course and distance win of 15 days ago was no one-off performance, with just a 2lb rise looking very fair.

VOLKAN BEY looks the type to go on improving in handicaps and Stuart Williams' filly is hard to oppose aiming to follow up her Kempton success. Mister Mojito took a step forward on his handicap bow earlier in the month and holds sound place claims again, alongside last-time-out winner Inawe.

Plenty of possibles but EASTERN DREAM has threatened better and can gain his first win. Meet Me In Meraki can chase him home.

18:30 Wolverhampton Stakes (Class 4) 7f - 4 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
3 (3) (2/7 +76%) Nocturnal	0.285714 2/7(+76%)	(3) Nocturnal 2/7, Was sharper than first time up when winning 10-runner minor event at Lingfield (7.6f, good to firm, 9/2) in August (the second and third have both won since). Can follow up with more to offer on her return. Solid success on turf at Lingfield when last seen; leading player on that form.
4 (4) (11/4 +17%) Dream Seeker	2.75 11/4(+17%)	(4) Dream Seeker 11/4, Oasis Dream filly. Half-sister to 3 winners, including smart 1¼m-1¾m winner Tribal Craft and winner up to 1¼m Seattle King. Dam 1m-1¼m winner. Yard capable of readying a newcomer. Oasis Dream half-sister to three winners; sole newcomer in the field; market helpful.
5 (5) (28/1 +15%) Stars Away	28 28/1(+15%)	(5) Stars Away 28/1, Promising third at Southwell on debut, but having left Andrew Balding she went backwards from that effort when eighth of 10 in minor event at this course (6.1f, 18/1) in November. Hood now reached for. Chance partly depends on how well she takes to first-time hood.
1 (1) (100/1 +0%) Eadha	100 100/1(+0%)	(1) Eadha 100/1, Has offered little in 3 starts so far, finishing well beaten when last of 11 in minor event at Kempton (7f, 250/1) 84 days ago. Looks to be up against it. Thrice-raced filly who has weak form claims.

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18:30 Wolverhampton Stakes (Class 4) 7f Race Class Flow

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

The two previous winners, Miss Bodacious and NOCTURNAL, set a decent standard, and while the former may improve with a tongue-tie added, the latter offers more intrigue on her return to action. Nocturnal's Lingfield success has been well advertised, with both the placed horses winning since, and this looks an ideal pipe-opener for James Ferguson's filly ahead of a likely return to turf. Clive Cox's newcomer Dream Seeker is the most notable of the rest.

NOCTURNAL stepped forward from her debut when winning at Lingfield last summer (form which has worked out well) and she can score again with further progress to come this year. James Ferguson's filly is taken to see off the challenge of fellow last-time-out winner Miss Bodacious, with Dream Seeker one to note on her first start.

As regards the runners with experience, MISS BODACIOUS and Nocturnal stand out.

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

Form	Odds	Runs
2 (2) (5/2 +62%) Elforleather	2.5 5/2(+62%)	(2) Elforleather 5/2, Little impact in 3 starts to date, last of 8 in maiden at Goodwood (8f, soft, 100/1) when last seen in August (gelded since). Needs to leave previous form behind on seasonal/handicap debut, though this longer trip could help. Minor form in 7f/1m turf events as 2yo; handicap debut; not sure to want 1m4f on pedigree.
4 (4) (7/2 +50%) Cock And Bull	3.5 7/2(+50%)	(4) Cock And Bull 7/2, Down the field all 3 starts at 2 yrs, eleventh of 12 in maiden at Yarmouth (7f, good to soft, 200/1) in September. Off 6 months (gelded) ahead of going up in trip for his handicap bow. Bred to be better than what he's shown so far. Little to latch on to in 7f/1m runs as 2yo but 1m4f is more in keeping with pedigree.
1 (1) (4/1 -33%) Road To Wembley	4 4/1(-33%)	(1) Road To Wembley 4/1, In first-time hood (had been gelded), tenth of 13 in minor event at Kempton (7f, 80/1) 52 days ago. However, he's bred to be suited by this longer distance, so he could do better now handicapping with his yard in fine form. All races at 7f on AW; bred to be suited by step up in trip; handicap debut; market useful.
3 (3) (9/2 -125%) Dibble Dabble	4.5 9/2(-125%)	(3) Dibble Dabble 9/2, Showed improved form when winning 7-runner handicap at this C&D (10/3) 33 days ago, given a more positive ride upped further in trip. May do better still so she rates as one of the key contenders. Promising handicap debut over 1m2f; convincing C&D winner since; up 5lb; good claims.
8 (8) (15/2 -275%) Subaltern	7.5 15/2(-275%)	(8) Subaltern 15/2, Off the mark at Chelmsford City in February and not seen to best effect when 3 lengths third of 7 to Dibble Dabble in handicap at this C&D (6/4) 33 days ago, going well when denied a run over 2f out. Major player. Off the mark over 1m2f on Polytrack before a never-nearer 3rd to Dibble Dabble over C&D.
5 (5) (10/1 -33%) The Crafty Mole	10 10/1(-33%)	(5) The Crafty Mole 10/1, Never a threat in 3 minor events last year, sixth of 7 in minor event at Catterick (7f, soft, 50/1) in October. Pedigree suggests that this extra distance should suit on his first start in a handicap. No show at 7f as 2yo; excellent family and step up in trip can suit now handicapping.
11 (11) (22/1 -38%) King Of France	22 22/1(-38%)	(11) King Of France 22/1, After 4 months off (gelded) and with cheekpieces applied, last of 7 in handicap at Lingfield (10f, AW, 10/1) 8 days ago. Makes tapeta debut with blinkers now the choice of headgear over this longer trip. Low-level form at up to 1m2f, including on handicap debut last week; not sure to want 1m4f.
6 (6) (33/1 -65%) Scarbados	33 33/1(-65%)	(6) Scarbados 33/1, Affter 5 months off and in first-time hood, showed a bit more than previously when fourth of 7 in handicap at this C&D (33/1) 26 days ago, though never dangerous. Further improvement required. Never a factor on handicap debut over C&D (33-1; first-time hood, retained) last month.
10 (10) (40/1 +0%) Escape The Grape	40 40/1(+0%)	(10) Escape The Grape 40/1, Fared no better switched to handicaps when seventh in 11-runner event at this course (9.5f, 18/1) 2 weeks ago. Step up in trip not enough to tempt. Well held so far, including in 1m handicap here latest; likely best watched upped to 1m4f.

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19:00 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 6) 12f Race Class Flow

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DIBBLE DABBLE won a similar event over C&D a month ago and the unexposed filly may be able to defy a 5lb rise in the ratings given how weak this race appears to be. Subaltern was third to the selection on that occasion and may prove to be the main danger here, ahead of The Crafty Mole, who is handicapping for the first time.

SUBALTERN ran well when third at this C&D a month ago, despite having repeatedly met trouble, so he can reverse the form with Dibble Dabble from last time with a 5 lb swing in the weights to help. The biggest threat to the pair could come from one of the handicap debutants, with Road To Wembley an interesting contender for his in-form trainer.

The market can help regarding the handicap newcomers but DIBBLE DABBLE still has potential at 1m4f following her C&D win last month.

19:30 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 5) 7f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
2 (2) (7/4 +42%) Eagle Day	1.75 7/4(+42%)	(2) Eagle Day 7/4, Won twice here (both at 8.6f) at the end of last year. Quickly returned to form when third of 11 in handicap (7/2) at this C&D 2 weeks ago. Leading contender dropped in grade. Good course record and shaped well when third over this trip here latest; player.
8 (8) (11/2 +39%) Thapa Vc	5.5 11/2(+39%)	(8) Thapa Vc 11/2, Four-time C&D winner whose latest success came at Lingfield in December. Not disgraced back up in grade when fifth of 11 in handicap (17/2) at this C&D 2 weeks ago. Can give his running again. Four C&D wins and respectable fifth here latest; has to enter calculations.
1 (1) (6/1 +45%) Wyvern	6 6/1(+45%)	(1) Wyvern 6/1, Course winner. After 5 months off, shaped as if needing the run when ninth of 12 in handicap at Southwell (7.1f, 8/1) 20 days ago. Not written off back down further in class. Well treated and should come on for recent reappearance; interesting down in grade.
10 (10) (6/1 -50%) Berkshire Phantom	6 6/1(-50%)	(10) Berkshire Phantom 6/1, Won twice over this C&D in February and has continued in good heart since, meeting trouble under 2f out when third of 8 in handicap at Southwell (7.1f, 6/4) 10 days ago. Can make his presence felt. Very consistent since blinkers applied, second at Southwell last week; thereabouts again.
3 (3) (8/1 -7%) Sandy Paradise	8 8/1(-7%)	(3) Sandy Paradise 8/1, Has made the frame in 4 of his 5 starts this year, fourth of 9 in handicap at Lingfield (8f, AW, 13/2) 40 days ago. Can give another good account with blinkers now applied. Consistent on AW and his yard is going very well; new headgear this evening; respected.
5 (5) (14/1 +13%) Revenite	14 14/1(+13%)	(5) Revenite 14/1, Has been struggling for form, seventh of 9 in handicap (10/1) at Lingfield (6f, AW) 23 days ago. Something to prove at present. Promising at 2 but struggled since; remains to be seen if this step up in trip helps.
7 (7) (18/1 -177%) Noodle Mission	18 18/1(-177%)	(7) Noodle Mission 18/1, After 5 months off, showed promise on first outing since leaving Michael Bell when third of 8 in handicap at Chelmsford City (7f, 50/1) 16 days ago, not ideally placed. Could take a step forward with that run behind him. Dual 8.6f winner here last year and good start for new yard when third at Chelmsford (7f).
9 (9) (20/1 -122%) Bobby Joe Leg	20 20/1(-122%)	(9) Bobby Joe Leg 20/1, Completed 4-timer when winning at Newcastle in February. Soon back on track when second of 8 in handicap at Southwell (7.1f, 20/1) 10 days ago. Enters calculations. Completed four-timer in Jan/Feb and latest second shows he's still in form; drawn wide.
12 (12) (22/1 -57%) Surprise Picture	22 22/1(-57%)	(12) Surprise Picture 22/1, Gained a third course victory when successful over C&D in January. Has largely remained in form since, leaving behind a lesser effort when fifth of 12 in handicap (14/1) at Southwell (7.1f) 18 days ago. C&D win in January but found life harder from higher marks since.
4 (4) (25/1 -79%) Blue Yonder	25 25/1(-79%)	(4) Blue Yonder 25/1, Made it back-to-back wins at Lingfield in January. On first start since leaving Richard Fahey, wasn't discredited when fifth of 8 in handicap at Chelmsford City (7f, 15/2) 16 days ago. More needed from his current mark. Two 1m2f wins this winter but only a fair fifth when dropped to 7f for recent yard debut.
6 (6) (25/1 -178%) Triggered	25 25/1(-178%)	(6) Triggered 25/1, Four wins from 15 runs last year, including twice over C&D. Only beaten a length when fourth of 5 in handicap (15/2) at Chelmsford City (7f) 37 days ago. Capable of getting involved back at this venue. Dual C&D winner last year and recent efforts at other AW venues respectable.

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19:30 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 5) 7f Race Class Flow

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EAGLE DAY was beaten under a length when third over C&D two weeks ago and the four-year-old merits the utmost respect off a 1lb lower mark now eased in grade. Berkshire Phantom boasts figures of 3-4 over C&D and warrants plenty of respect back at this track following a couple of decent efforts in defeat at Southwell. Bobby Joe Leg rates best of the rest.

Preference is for EAGLE DAY, who ran up to his best when third at this C&D a fortnight ago and could be ready to take advantage of this drop back down in grade. Berkshire Phantom has been shaping up well since recording back-to-back wins here last month and is next on the list, ahead of Bobby Joe Leg.

The vote goes to EAGLE DAY, who impressed with the way he travelled in the lead for a long way when 3rd in a C&D Class 3 two weeks ago.

20:00 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 6) 9f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
11 (11) (3/1 +67%) Shaka	3 3/1(+67%)	(11) Shaka 3/1, First run since leaving Jason Ward when very good third of 12 in minor event (5/1) at this course (7.2f) 28 days ago. Up in trip. Place claims again if able to translate that form back into a handicap. Mostly ordinary form but did better when 3rd over 7f for new yard here latest; new trip.
3 (3) (10/3 -21%) King Of Speed	3.333333 10/3(-21%)	(3) King Of Speed 10/3, C&D winner in February and was perhaps unlucky not to win again when nose second of 8 to Egoiste in another handicap (6/4) at this C&D 19 days ago, forced wider than ideal around the home turn. Expected to be bang there. Successful on first run beyond 7f when C&D winner in February; similar chance to Egoiste.
5 (5) (10/3 -21%) Egoiste	3.333333 10/3(-21%)	(5) Egoiste 10/3, Career best when winning 8-runner handicap at this C&D (3/1) 19 days ago by nose from King of Speed. Not taken lightly from 2 lb higher mark. 1m2f winner; also suited by 1m; little between him and King Of Speed on recent C&D run.
4 (4) (7/2 +0%) H Key Lails	3.5 7/2(+0%)	(4) H Key Lails 7/2, C&D winner. 3/1, didn't need to improve to win 7-runner handicap at Chelmsford City (8f) 35 days ago. Can give another good account. Has won both C&D starts; Chelmsford winner latest; might do better again back here.
6 (6) (14/1 -75%) Sienna Breeze	14 14/1(-75%)	(6) Sienna Breeze 14/1, Latest win at Southwell in February. Never involved after another slow start when seventh of 9 in handicap at same course (7.1f, 10/3) 16 days ago. Up in trip. Others make greater appeal. Refitted cheekpieces may have helped when 7f winner in February; not so good since.
1 (1) (20/1 +0%) Glencalvie	20 20/1(+0%)	(1) Glencalvie 20/1, Winner at Chelmsford City in February. 20/1, ninth of 12 in handicap at Southwell (8.1f) 18 days ago. Has edged back to last winning mark but others arrive in better form. Has C&D form; weighted to confirm 1m Chelmsford placings with H Key Lails; not ruled out.
8 (8) (20/1 -186%) Weloof	20 20/1(-186%)	(8) Weloof 20/1, C&D winner. Twelve runs since last win in 2023. Respectable third of 12 in handicap at Kempton (8f, 33/1) 28 days ago. Can give another good account without posing serious threat to principals. Two C&D wins but has looked weighted to his best off similar marks to today's this winter.
2 (2) (25/1 -56%) Comedian Leader	25 25/1(-56%)	(2) Comedian Leader 25/1, Four wins from 17 runs last year. First run since leaving Gay Kelleway when bit below form fifth of 9 in handicap (22/1) at Lingfield (7f, AW) 8 days ago. Step up in trip looks suitable, though wide draw isn't ideal. Five AW wins, four on the other Tapeta tracks; on winning mark; first run beyond bare 1m.
9 (9) (50/1 -52%) Mintnthat	50 50/1(-52%)	(9) Mintnthat 50/1, Latest win at Newcastle in January. 28/1, eighth of 10 in handicap at Southwell (8.1f) 25 days ago. Yet to fire for current yard, so hard to have maximum faith in at present. All 3 wins over 1m at Newcastle; below best in two runs for new yard, over 1m3f and 1m.
7 (7) (50/1 -25%) Rivas Rob Roy	50 50/1(-25%)	(7) Rivas Rob Roy 50/1, Course winner. Four wins from 12 runs last year. 66/1, last of 9 in handicap at this course (9.5f) 43 days ago. Hard to fancy on recent efforts. Well treated again but his course form is nothing to write home about since 2021 win.
10 (10) (100/1 -150%) Damoiseau	100 100/1(-150%)	(10) Damoiseau 100/1, Unreliable sort. 40/1 and tongue strap on for 1st time, virtually refused to race when last of 12 in handicap at Southwell (8.1f) 18 days ago. Plenty to find on form. Showed ability in France; little to show for his runs in Britain despite big weights drop.

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20:00 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 6) 9f Race Class Flow

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

EGOISTE just managed to get the better of King Of Speed over C&D earlier in the month and the former is taken to uphold that form, despite being 1lb worse off with that rival. The latter does command plenty of respect, but the suspicion is he would prefer to be running over shorter based on that effort. Others to consider are H Key Lails and Sienna Breeze.

KING OF SPEED was narrowly denied by Egoiste over C&D earlier in the month but is fancied to turn the tables on this occasion, the selection having taking a more difficult passage last time and now benefiting from a slight swing at the weights. Egoiste himself has to be considered attempting to follow up, with the in-form H Key Lails also a player.

Egoiste and King Of Speed are good candidates but H KEY LAILS is 2-2 over C&D and may well appreciate the return to Tapeta.

20:30 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 6) 6f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
9 (9) (10/3 +17%) Buraback	3.333333 10/3(+17%)	(9) Buraback 10/3, Snapped long losing run when won 8-runner handicap at this C&D (6/1) 7 days ago. Respected again. Ended losing sequence over C&D a week ago and has obvious claims again.
5 (5) (7/2 -17%) Smasher	3.5 7/2(-17%)	(5) Smasher 7/2, Has won 3 times over C&D this season, including 10-runner handicap (17/2) 26 days ago. Expected to be bang there again. A revelation since fitted with cheekpieces, winning 3-4, all here; leading contender again.
6 (6) (9/2 +25%) Savannah Smiles	4.5 9/2(+25%)	(6) Savannah Smiles 9/2, C&D winner. Latest win here in March. Shaped as if still in form when fourth of 10 in handicap at Southwell (6.1f, 13/2) 14 days ago, meeting trouble 2f out. High draw is a concern but she remains feasibly treated. Two wins and a creditable fourth recently; usually delivered late; not discounted.
3 (3) (8/1 +20%) Mokaatil	8 8/1(+20%)	(3) Mokaatil 8/1, Course winner. Latest win here in February. Sixth of 8 in handicap (5/1) at Kempton (6f) 24 days ago. Blinkers back on. Not fully discounted if able to bounce back. Veteran who ended a long losing run over 5f here in February; hard to predict.
10 (10) (9/1 -29%) May Remain	9 9/1(-29%)	(10) May Remain 9/1, C&D winner. Latest win at Southwell in February. Eighth of 10 in handicap at same course (6.1f, 8/1) 10 days ago. Capable of striking if on a going day but recent form is patchy. Southwell winner in February; type to bounce back quickly from poor run there last time.
1 (1) (12/1 -33%) Araifjan	12 12/1(-33%)	(1) Araifjan 12/1, C&D winner. 17/2, respectable fourth of 9 in handicap at Chelmsford City (5f) 30 days ago. Back up in trip. Drawn widest of all and others are preferred. Respectable fourth of nine at Chelmsford (5f) last time; returning to 6f should suit.
4 (4) (12/1 -33%) Jungle Run	12 12/1(-33%)	(4) Jungle Run 12/1, Course winner in May but little show on his last 3 outings. Off 130 days. Others more persuasive. Out of form when last seen, but well handicapped and goes well here and when fresh.
7 (7) (14/1 -40%) Josies Kid	14 14/1(-40%)	(7) Josies Kid 14/1, Course winner. Respectable fourth of 9 in handicap (10/1) at this course (5.1f) 11 days ago, never nearer. Others preferred. Only one placed effort from his last eight outings; best form (all three wins) at 5f.
2 (2) (16/1 -60%) Piranheer	16 16/1(-60%)	(2) Piranheer 16/1, Below form seventh of 14 in handicap at Southwell (5f), nearest finish. Off 12 months. Up in trip. First run for yard after leaving Michael & David Easterby. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Market can guide. Lightly raced; mostly well held for the Easterbys but needs a market check on stable debut.
12 (12) (25/1 -56%) Alainn Tu	25 25/1(-56%)	(12) Alainn Tu 25/1, C&D winner. 40/1, step back in right direction when fifth of 12 in handicap at this C&D 19 days ago. Remains to be seen whether she can build on that effort any further. 1-18 and recent runs have been some way below her best; others make more appeal.
8 (8) (33/1 +0%) Elladora	33 33/1(+0%)	(8) Elladora 33/1, Last of 9 in handicap at Newcastle (6f, 50/1) 15 days ago. Hard to fancy on efforts for current yard. Four wins for former yard but has shown little since joining Micky Hammond.

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

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

SMASHER made it three wins from his last four starts when scoring earlier this month, with the sole defeat coming on his penultimate outing at Kempton. All of those victories have come over this C&D and the four-year-old makes plenty of appeal once again, especially with that latest success coming in an apprentice contest and his rider can utilise his 3lb claim on this occasion. Savannah Smiles has been consistent in recent months and is likely to enter calculations, along with Araifjan and Buraback.

SMASHER is thriving at present and is fancied to notch his fourth C&D win of the year. Fellow last-time-out winner Buraback is also considered, with the in-form Savannah Smiles another player despite a wider-than-ideal draw.

Whilst up 3lb for his win here last week, BURABACK still looks leniently treated and can follow up at the expense of Smasher.

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Tomform Saturday 30th March 2024

Races & Results Saturday 30th March 2024

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13:15 Cork Maiden 7f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

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13:45 Cork Stakes 7f Race Speed Rating Flow

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13:50 Musselburgh Handicap (Class 3) 8f Race Class Flow

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13:55 Carlisle Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 17f Race Class Flow

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14:05 Haydock Handicap Hurdle (Class 2) 16f Race Class Flow

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14:10 Fairyhouse Maiden Hurdle 20f Race Speed Rating Flow

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14:20 Cork Handicap 7f Race Speed Rating Flow

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14:25 Musselburgh Handicap (Class 2) 7f Race Class Flow

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14:30 Carlisle Handicap Chase (Class 4) 16f Race Class Flow

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14:40 Haydock Handicap Hurdle (Class 2) 24f Race Class Flow

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14:45 Fairyhouse Conditions Chase 25f Race Speed Rating Flow

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14:55 Cork Handicap 7f Race Speed Rating Flow

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15:00 Musselburgh Handicap (Class 2) 5f Race Class Flow

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15:05 Carlisle Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 19f Race Class Flow

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15:15 Haydock Handicap Chase (Class 2) 20f Race Class Flow

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15:20 Fairyhouse Handicap Chase 22f Race Speed Rating Flow

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15:30 Cork Listed 6f Race Speed Rating Flow

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15:35 Musselburgh Handicap (Class 2) 14f Race Class Flow

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15:40 Carlisle Handicap Chase (Class 3) 20f Race Class Flow

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15:50 Haydock Handicap Chase (Class 4) 26f Race Class Flow

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15:55 Fairyhouse Handicap Chase 22f Race Speed Rating Flow

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16:05 Cork Maiden 5f Race Speed Rating Flow

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16:10 Musselburgh Maiden (Class 2) 12f Race Class Flow

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16:15 Carlisle Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 25f Race Class Flow