1 Friday 4th April 2025 UK Horse Racing Speed Ratings & Tips

Tomform Friday 4th April 2025

There were 43 Races on Friday 4th April 2025 across 6 meetings. There was 7 races at Leicester, 7 races at Aintree, 8 races at Southwell, 7 races at Bath, 7 races at Wexford, 7 races at Dundalk, no doubt Tomform helped you find a winner.

Races & Results Friday 4th April 2025

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

13:30 Leicester (Class 5) 5f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	5 1st (5) (11/10 -32%) Super Soldier	1.1 11/10(-32%)	(5) Super Soldier 11/10, 78,000gns Dark Angel colt; half-brother to Wonderwork, smart at 5f; dam useful at 5f at 2yo; likely go well Half-brother to two winners for the yard, including Wonderwork, who went in on 2yo debut.
2	1 2nd (1) (22/1 +12%) Alkuwarrior	22 22/1(+12%)	(1) Alkuwarrior 22/1, Fair effort on debut when beaten 8 1/4l in the Brocklesby at Doncaster; probably needs a good bit more to win this, but should improve at least The only one with experience, which can count at this stage, but he'll need a deal more.
3	6 3rd (6) (9/4 +44%) Valor Spirit	2.25 9/4(+44%)	(6) Valor Spirit 9/4, 65,000gns Ardad colt; half-brother to Air Force One, very useful at 5f; dam smart at 5f at 2yo; ought to make an impression February-foaled 65,000gns yearling; dam a useful early 2yo for David O'Meara; interesting.
4	3 4th (3) (16/1 +0%) Raging Raj	16 16/1(+0%)	(3) Raging Raj 16/1, 24,000gns Raging Bull colt; dam out of a half-sister to Golan, Derby second; yard not known for early types 24,000gns yearling who doesn't hit two for a few weeks; wouldn't look an obvious early 2yo.
5th	4 5th (4) (13/2 +0%) Somebody	6.5 13/2(+0%)	(4) Somebody 13/2, £20,000 Kuroshio colt; half-brother to Cowboy Stuff, moderate at 5f; dam very useful at 6f at 2yo; could be quite sharp and yard had a few early 2yo winners in 2024 February foal who went for £20,000 as a yearling; holds a few sales race entries later on.
6th	2 6th (2) (8/1 -60%) Calafiori	8 8/1(-60%)	(2) Calafiori 8/1, £18,000 Ardad colt; dam smart at 6f at 2yo; yard in decent form and top man on board; worth watching in the market Early-foaled £18,000 yearling who holds a few sales race entries; likely looking type.

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Unless Alkuwarrior can take a significant step forward from his 11th in last weekend's Brocklesby, this should go to one of the newcomers. Most hold potentially more lucrative entries and the betting should be informative. Connections have covered a couple of early-closer options with VALOR SPIRIT and Richard Fahey's half-brother to 5f winner Air Force One is suggested as the first to consider. Market support for Super Soldier and Calafiori would also be persuasive.

Early-foaled CALAFIORI is narrowly preferred to Valor Spirit, who's bred to be sharp.

13:45 Aintree (Class 1) 24 - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 1st (1) (11/4 +31%) Caldwell Potter	2.75 11/4(+31%)	(1) Caldwell Potter 11/4, Won Jack Richards Novices' Limited Handicap Chase at Cheltenham over 2m5f by 6 1/2l last time; had run of race from front with dream inside trip that day; up in trip; more needed and probably wouldn't want the ground too quick Excellent front-running performance at the Cheltenham Festival; commands respect.
2	4 2nd (4) (11/1 +39%) Jordans	11 11/1(+39%)	(4) Jordans 11/1, Looked unenthusiastic beaten 7l in Plate Handicap Chase over 2m5f at Cheltenham last time; flatter track should help; Graded winner in autumn in Ireland; good ground key; usually held up; up in trip; stamina concerns Faces a difficult task at this level and has stamina to prove over the new trip.
3	7 3rd (7) (11/1 +8%) The Changing Man	11 11/1(+8%)	(7) The Changing Man 11/1, Second beaten 11l in Ultima Handicap Chase at Cheltenham latest; Reynoldstown winner; trainer in form; consistent in high end handicaps throughout season; holds experience edge; outside chance Consistent this term; second in a Cheltenham Festival handicap over 3m1f last time.
5	5 \|B\| (5) (9/2 +68%) Quai De Bourbon	4.5 9/2(+68%)	(5) Quai De Bourbon 9/2, Unseated in Brown Advisory at Cheltenham latest when still going ok; remains unexposed but jumping an issue; chase form had knocks; stable holds stronger claims Unseated rider in the Brown Advisory but this 6yo remains a promising sort.
2	2 \|F\| (2) (4/1 +11%) Dancing City	4 4/1(+11%)	(2) Dancing City 4/1, Winner of three G1s including Sefton on this card last year; stopped quickly after bad error in Brown Advisory at Cheltenham last time where too bad to be true; chase form had knocks but hurdles form working out well; player Grade 1 novice winner over hurdles on this card last year; retains potential over fences.
3	3 \|PU\| (3) (11/4 -38%) Handstands	2.75 11/4(-38%)	(3) Handstands 11/4, Game when won Scilly Isles at Sandown over 2m4f by a short-head last time; slightly fortunate that day but form franked in Arkle; still progressing; longer trip no issue; strong claims Game performance in Grade 1 Scilly Isles at Sandown; progressive and top on the figures.
8	8 \|PU\| (8) (20/1 0%) Don't Rightly Know	20 20/1(0%)	(8) Don't Rightly Know 20/1, Travelled well when won Mares' Chase (Listed) at Exeter over 3m by 2l last time; that form boosted in Ultima; enjoys making it; bold jumper; unbeaten over fences; can make presence felt Low-mileage 10yo who is still unbeaten over fences; rising force for Polly Gundry.

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There could be an early battle for supremacy with the likes of Handstands, who defeated subsequent Arkle winner Jango Baie in the Scilly Isles, Caldwell Potter and the talented Dancing City all likely to adopt a prominent position. With that in mind, a chance can be taken on STELLAR STORY, who came from off the pace to finish second in the Brown Advisory last time out. That was a career best over fences for Gordon Elliott's charge and, should this pan out favourably, it would come as no surprise were he to go one place better. Quai De Bourbon should go well with a clear round.

There is a compelling list of positives as regards HANDSTANDS, who is first choice ahead of Caldwell Potter and Stellar Story.

13:55 Bath (Class 6) 15f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	5 1st (5) (16/1 -167%) Man Of The Sea	16 16/1(-167%)	(5) Man Of The Sea 16/1, Yard won this last year; ran lazily over hurdles last time and poor on Flat start in 2024; top course jockey, but hard to fancy Won four times in Jersey last year but has fitness to prove on this reappearance outing.
2	7 2nd (7) (11/1 +31%) Wannabeawallaby	11 11/1(+31%)	(7) Wannabeawallaby 11/1, Slowly away well beaten in a classified race over 12f at Lingfield latest and similar previous start; handles fast ground, but needs a return to form Began this year with two heavy defeats on AW and is now 0-13.
3	6 3rd (6) (1/1 +64%) Cornish Storm	1 1/1(+64%)	(6) Cornish Storm 1/1, In good form over hurdles and ran to form beaten 3/4l off 51 on the Flat at Kempton in January; can contend if handling fast ground In good form on AW and over hurdles this year; likely contender again.
4	2 4th (2) (11/2 -100%) Inlet	5.5 11/2(-100%)	(2) Inlet 11/2, Slowly away beaten a neck off 58 at Wolverhampton last time; cheekpieces first time; unproven on turf, but contender if goes on it Went down fighting when upped to 1m6f in February; headgear on for turf debut.
5th	1 5th (1) (7/1 +42%) Fair Dinkum	7 7/1(+42%)	(1) Fair Dinkum 7/1, Seemed to be on stiff mark well beaten in a handicap over 2m at Lingfield latest after losing form following a Lingfield win in June after a wind operation; trainer in form, but needs to have been refreshed by break Won off 2lb higher on AW last June but looked out of sorts towards end of last summer.
6th	3 6th (3) (11/1 -340%) Mamdoh	11 11/1(-340%)	(3) Mamdoh 11/1, Scored by a nose off 53 at Wolverhampton three starts back; backed that uo second beaten 2l off 56 last time and in fine form; may not relish fast ground, but if handling it can go very close again In very good form on AW since cheekpieces were added but has very poor turf record.
7th	4 7th (4) (6/1 +70%) Spitfire Bridge	6 6/1(+70%)	(4) Spitfire Bridge 6/1, Wide trip beaten 10l in a handicap over 12f at Kempton last time and down the field though better efforts two previous starts; blinkers first time; handles fast ground, but bit to prove Went close here last summer but was out of form on AW during winter; headgear switched.

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INLET took a considerable step forward when upped to 1m6f at Wolverhampton in February, going down by just a neck. The daughter of Golden Horn hung left in the closing stages so first-time cheekpieces are employed to perhaps sharpen her focus and, with a switch to grass not expected to be an issue, she's taken to go one better. Mamdoh has been in good form on the all-weather and is respected. Cornish Storm appeals most of the remainder.

Preference is for turf debutante INLET, who shaped as though her turn was near when going close on the AW in February.

14:05 Leicester (Class 5) 7f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	9 1st (9) (9/4 +63%) Rogue Diplomat	2.25 9/4(+63%)	(9) Rogue Diplomat 9/4, Couple of decbnt efforts and open to improvement having been green on debut and made too much use of last time; drop back in trip could prove positive; something to come Fair form when third at Beverley/Chelmsford last autumn; can do better so considered.
2	2 2nd (2) (9/2 -125%) Dark Tornado	4.5 9/2(-125%)	(2) Dark Tornado 9/2, Down the field in Jersey Stakes (Group 3) at Royal Ascot most recent, but very high quality novice form in defeat before that; may just need this, but big chance to get off the mark Fairly useful for James Horton; off since June but player for new yard if fully tuned up.
3	7 3rd (7) (6/1 +14%) Jet Packer	6 6/1(+14%)	(7) Jet Packer 6/1, Unlucky when finished fast after being squeezed out in a nursery at Newmarket penultimate start; back from a break and may need race and further at three, but capable and could be an improver Fair maiden for Richard Hannon but off since August; gelded and not ruled out for new yard.
4	4 4th (4) (2/1 +0%) Exactly Right	2 2/1(+0%)	(4) Exactly Right 2/1, Game winner of a decent novice at Southwell over 8f by a nose last time; top course trainer; down in trip and a bit more needed to topple Dark Tornado, but viable threat Landed 1m novice at Southwell 20 days ago; son of Kingman has more to offer so big shout.
5th	6 5th (6) (7/1 +30%) Havana Whisper	7 7/1(+30%)	(6) Havana Whisper 7/1, Stayed on with some promise on debut and poorly drawn down the field in a novice at Kempton second start; plenty more needed, but very unexposed still Showed some promise at 2yrs; poorly drawn at Kempton final run and remains with potential.
6th	3 6th (3) (125/1 -150%) Albeyours	125 125/1(-150%)	(3) Albeyours 125/1, Very green and far too free on modest debut when well beaten in a novice at Redcar; can only do better but impossible to recommend Well-held debut fifth at Redcar eight months ago; significantly more is required.
7th	1 7th (1) (80/1 +20%) Black Cab	80 80/1(+20%)	(1) Black Cab 80/1, Three modest efforts possibly improving slightly for step-up to 7f last time beaten 12l in a novice at Wolverhampton; trainer in form, but all to do Caught the eye when fourth at Wolver 18 days ago; more to offer, especially when h'capping.
8th	5 8th (5) (25/1 -56%) Festive Time	25 25/1(-56%)	(5) Festive Time 25/1, Well beaten in a maiden at Southwell only start giving impression probably wanted further; plenty more needed and one to watch with future in mind Never-dangerous fifth at Southwell on his debut; Oasis Dream colt can take a step forward.

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EXACTLY RIGHT was well held when introduced at Kempton in December, but looked a transformed character when he returned from a gelding operation to gamely land a novice stakes at Southwell last month. With that experience fresh, the son of Kingman has a decent chance of following up now back at 7f, with the switch to turf not expected to bother him. Dark Tornado was highly tried last year and commands respect debuting for Denis Quinn. Jet Packer and Regal Guest should also be players at this level.

Ralph Beckett's EXACTLY RIGHT took a big step forward after being gelded when scoring at Southwell and can follow up.

14:20 Aintree (Class 1) 20f - 20 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	22 1st (22) (14/1 +13%) Wellington Arch	14 14/1(+13%)	(22) Wellington Arch 14/1, In need of the experience beaten 3 1/4l off 120 at Uttoxeter last time where jumped poorly; that strong form; steadily progressive; good ground suits; very interesting off light weight Latest effort took his hurdles record to 21212; may do better still; not ruled out.
2	9 2nd (9) (8/1 -33%) Kopeck De Mee	8 8/1(-33%)	(9) Kopeck De Mee 8/1, Far too keen and appeared not to stay down the field in a handicap hurdle at Cheltenham most recent; very well treated on French form; likely more to come for top yard but stamina and ground concerns Progressive in France; well beaten on debut for Willie Mullins but should do better.
3	7 3rd (7) (12/1 +40%) Favour And Fortune	12 12/1(+40%)	(7) Favour And Fortune 12/1, Not clear run down the field in Morebattle hurdle over 2m at Kelso most recent; not disgraced behind Impose Toi previously; step up in trip should suit; each way claims in open race Landed the Scottish Champion Hurdle last April and this may be the time to catch him.
4	2 4th (2) (7/1 +7%) Impose Toi	7 7/1(+7%)	(2) Impose Toi 7/1, Yard has won 2 of last 9 runnings of race; ran to form beaten 3l off 141 in Coral Cup at Cheltenham last time; easy winner in hot handicap previously; good ground suits; probably bit to come Progressive; ran well in first-time cheekpieces in the Coral Cup most recently; solid.
5th	15 5th (15) (28/1 +58%) Ike Sport	28 28/1(+58%)	(15) Ike Sport 28/1, Raced freely down the field in Coral Cup over 2m5f at Cheltenham most recent; worth marking up previous effort good ground key; place claims if getting decent pace to aim at Has lost his consistency; addition of hood needs to make a difference.
6th	16 6th (16) (10/1 -25%) Wade Out	10 10/1(-25%)	(16) Wade Out 10/1, Easily won a novice hurdle at Wetherby by 19l last time; autumn form franked emphatically; trainer in form; longer trip should suit; opening mark lenient; strong claims for yard with good recent record at this meeting Ready success last time took his overall record to 5-7; open to further progress.
7th	18 7th (18) (20/1 -43%) Helnwein	20 20/1(-43%)	(18) Helnwein 20/1, Not clear run beaten 3 1/2l off 128 over 2m1f at Kelso last time where did too much too soon; second run after wind op; not proven trip; good mark on chase form; probably bit to come Unsuccessful over fences this term; notable win at Sandown (2m) on last hurdles start.
8th	8 8th (8) (9/2 +36%) Be Aware	4.5 9/2(+36%)	(8) Be Aware 9/2, Yard won this last year; travelled well beaten 8l in Coral Cup over 2m5f at Cheltenham last time; usually consistent in high end handicaps; good ground suits; often flatters with way he travels; touch more needed Outstayed over a stiff 2m5f when 3-1 favourite for the Coral Cup; remains of interest.
9th	5 9th (5) (25/1 +0%) Hansard	25 25/1(+0%)	(5) Hansard 25/1, Raced freely beaten 9l in County Handicap Hurdle over 2m1f at Cheltenham last time; significant jockey booking; up in trip Inconsistent this season; something to prove upped in distance.
10th	12 10th (12) (50/1 +50%) Minella Missile	50 50/1(+50%)	(12) Minella Missile 50/1, Below par down the field in Coral Cup over 2m5f at Cheltenham most recent; generally out of form since returning from lay off; usually held up; well treated on old Graded win; bit to prove Grade 2 winner last term; hard to fancy on this season's form.
11th	19 11th (19) (28/1 -12%) Tune In A Box	28 28/1(-12%)	(19) Tune In A Box 28/1, Below par comfortably held in a handicap hurdle over 3m at Haydock last time; in good form prior; cheekpieces first time; drop down in trip a positive; winner at Punchestown festival last year; may need to come down a few lbs Below par last time but largely consistent otherwise; wears first-time cheekpieces.
12th	14 12th (14) (10/1 +9%) Wreckless Eric	10 10/1(+9%)	(14) Wreckless Eric 10/1, Not clear run beaten 1/2l off 127 over 2m at Sandown last time where looked in need of longer distance; up in trip; probably bit to come; not ruled out Unlucky second in the Imperial Cup; likely player provided he stays this new trip.
13th	1 13th (1) (40/1 +39%) Beacon Edge	40 40/1(+39%)	(1) Beacon Edge 40/1, Below par beaten 7l in Coral Cup last time; West Yorkshire Hurdle winner in autumn; doesn't always put it all in; vulnerable off big weight to less exposed rivals Ran respectably in the Coral Cup but this 11yo looks set for another supporting role.
14th	17 14th (17) (13/2 +59%) Listentoyourheart	6.5 13/2(+59%)	(17) Listentoyourheart 13/2, Yard won this last year; travelled well fourth beaten 10l in Premier Novices' Hurdle (Grade 2) over 2m2f at Kelso latest; Listed winner in autumn; consistent; not proven trip; stable second string but threat if stamina holds up Consistent mare who is 3-5 over hurdles; has Grade 2 form; solid contender.
15th	20 15th (20) (10/1 +44%) Tintintin	10 10/1(+44%)	(20) Tintintin 10/1, Ran to form beaten 1l off 124 over 2m at Sandown last time finishing strongly; prefers a sharp track; not proven trip; good ground key; outside chance if stamina holds up Has made the frame in a few major handicaps at about 2m; each-way possibilities.
16th	6 16th (6) (28/1 +0%) Western Walk	28 28/1(+0%)	(6) Western Walk 28/1, Probably needed race well beaten in a handicap hurdle over 2m3f at Naas latest but ran well for a long way; spring Listed handicap form working out well; likely improver back on better ground; very interesting 2m6f/3m winner who is likely to find this sharp 2m4f inadequate.
17th	10 17th (10) (33/1 +34%) Gin Coco	33 33/1(+34%)	(10) Gin Coco 33/1, Below par well beaten in a handicap hurdle over 2m at Ascot latest in race he took previous year; returning from a break; up in trip; stamina concerns; best watched Along with several other runners he goes into unknown territory over 2m4f.
18th	21 18th (21) (20/1 +50%) Blenkinsop	20 20/1(+50%)	(21) Blenkinsop 20/1, Raced freely but finished well 5l third in a handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter most recent run proving ability remains after lay off; on last winning mark; bit to find with Wellington Arch on recent meeting Signs of retaining ability last time but faces a stiffer task in this field.
19th	13 19th (13) (40/1 -43%) Serious Operator	40 40/1(-43%)	(13) Serious Operator 40/1, Probably outclassed down the field in this last year when last seen; in good form prior; only 1lb higher here; bit to find back from long lay off Absent since coming up well short (off 1lb higher) in this race 12 months ago.
3	3 \|PU\| (3) (12/1 +14%) Steel Ally	12 12/1(+14%)	(3) Steel Ally 12/1, Travelled well second beaten a neck in National Spirit over 2m3f at Fontwell latest; well treated returned to handicaps; big player if stamina holds up Raised only 2lb for a good effort in Fontwell Grade 2 and remains unexposed beyond 2m.

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IMPOSE TOI may have a large weight to carry but he looked like the winner of the Coral Cup before being worn down late in the piece by a well-handicapped Willie Mullins-trained inmate. A comfortable winner at Newbury on his penultimate start, the seven-year-old may have too much for unexposed Wetherby winner Wade Out, who could be well treated off a mark of 128 on his handicap debut. Fresh off a career-best effort when second in the National Spirit last time out, Steel Ally must enter calculations, as well as Listentoyourheart, who looks to have been laid out for this.

Back down slightly in distance and returned to a sharper course, BE AWARE (nap) is worth another chance. Wade Out is second choice.

14:30 Bath (Class 4) 5f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	4 1st (4) (18/1 -80%) Anthelia	18 18/1(-80%)	(4) Anthelia 18/1, £6,000 Supremacy filly; half-sister to Punchbowl Flyer, smart at 6f; dam very smart at 6f at 2yo; speedily bred, worth watching market £6,000 yearling; seventh foal; half-sister to winner Punchbowl Flyer (6f; RPR 108).
2	5 2nd (5) (6/5 +31%) Canyouhearthedrums	1.2 6/5(+31%)	(5) Canyouhearthedrums 6/5, Yard has won last two runnings of race; £6,000 Lope Y Fernandez filly; half-sister to Lord Gorgeous, very useful at 5f; dam moderate at 6f; could well have been laid out of this £6,000 yearling; stable has won last two renewals of this race with Group-class fillies.
3	2 3rd (2) (33/1 -175%) Coinin Caisc	33 33/1(-175%)	(2) Coinin Caisc 33/1, Nando Parrado filly; half-sister to Celestial Wave, fair at 8f; dam high-class at 6f placed in Group 3; one of two for yard Half-sister to 6f AW winner Perfect Dream (RPR 58); dam 5f 2yo/6f Listed winner.
4	3 4th (3) (14/1 -180%) Senorita Vega	14 14/1(-180%)	(3) Senorita Vega 14/1, 28,000 euros Lucky Vega filly; half-sister to Celestial Path, very smart at 8f; dam fair at 8f; pedigree isn't that sharp, but yard were once adept with early 2yo's 28,000euros yearling; relatives needing longer trips to do their winning.
5th	7 5th (7) (22/1 -83%) Paroda Diva	22 22/1(-83%)	(7) Paroda Diva 22/1, £10,000 Magna Grecia filly; dam high-class at 9f winning Group 2 in Ireland; sales price slightly off-putting and may need a little further ideally £10,000 yearling; bred to stay further than this.
6th	6 6th (6) (20/1 -67%) Officially	20 20/1(-67%)	(6) Officially 20/1, 4,000gns Dream Ahead filly; half-sister to Grey Gray, very useful at 5f; dam fair at 7f; top course jockey; quit sharply bred despite cheap purchase price 4,000gns yearling; third foal; half-sister to 5f 2yo winner Grey Gray (RPR 76).
7th	9 7th (9) (7/4 +68%) Sayidah Poets	1.75 7/4(+68%)	(9) Sayidah Poets 7/4, 2,000gns Earthlight filly; half-sister to a winner in Italy; dam was a middle-distance maiden; very cheaply bought, but yard can ready them 2,000gns yearling; second foal; half-sister to Italian 6f-7.5f winner Siguanaba.
8th	1 8th (1) (33/1 -175%) Agent Keen	33 33/1(-175%)	(1) Agent Keen 33/1, Ubettabelieveit filly; half-sister to Bank On Kent, useful at 5f; dam useful at 5f; speedy pedigree Half-sister to 6f AW winner Bank On Kent (RPR 60); dam multiple 5f AW winner.
9th	8 9th (8) (14/1 -40%) Rejjien	14 14/1(-40%)	(8) Rejjien 14/1, Gregorian filly; dam smart at 6f granddaughter of 1,000 Guineas/Sussex Stakes winner Sayyedati; one to keep an eye on Dam 6f winner, half-sister to winners Solo Mission (7.5f-1m4f) and Invasor Luck (1m4f).

LTO Selection:

Eve Johnson Houghton has landed the two previous renewals of this contest so Canyouhearthedrums merits the utmost respect, but a chance can be taken on SENORITA VEGA. Tom Dascombe's youngster, a 28,000-euro purchase, is a half-sister to a couple of useful types and although her future will perhaps lie over further, it would come as no surprise were she good enough today. Earthlight filly Sayidah Poets is another who warrants a market check.

Tricky. CANYOUHEARTHEDRUMS is drawn widest but her yard has won the past two runnings of this race with Group-class fillies.

14:40 Leicester (Class 5) 7f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	3 1st (3) (1/1 +50%) Gincident	1 1/1(+50%)	(3) Gincident 1/1, Very much out of form since 2 3/4l 3rd off 80 in a Newcastle handicap in October; dropping down the weights quickly and well handicapped now, but well being to prove Patchy last season and was picked up for 20,000gns in January; interesting for new yard.
2	1 2nd (1) (15/2 +6%) Marlay Park	7.5 15/2(+6%)	(1) Marlay Park 15/2, Lost form at the end of last season after a couple of good efforts at Epsom in August; back from a break here and while nicely weighted at best may need the run Resumes on a workable mark but conditions don't look optimal back from five months off.
3	6 3rd (6) (8/1 +0%) Another Baar	8 8/1(+0%)	(6) Another Baar 8/1, Narrow second in a Pontefract handicap (5f) off 69 in October; well below that form twice since and back from a break here over what may not be ideal distance Achieved little in five runs over this trip; stamina a concern over this stiff 7f.
4	8 4th (8) (20/1 -43%) Amathus	20 20/1(-43%)	(8) Amathus 20/1, Form tailed off at the end of 2024 after decent run of form in June; returning from a break and could be refreshed, but has it to prove that hasn't regressed Nothing to suggest he's best caught fresh; regressed last season anyway.
5th	2 5th (2) (11/2 -83%) Shelbourne	5.5 11/2(-83%)	(2) Shelbourne 11/2, May have needed race and didn't get the clearest run beaten 2l off 72 at Wolverhampton last time; that was quite close to best form, should come on a bit and prove hard to beat Won second time out in 2024; chance history repeats itself having hit traffic 11 days ago.
6th	7 6th (7) (20/1 -150%) Queens Road Revue	20 20/1(-150%)	(7) Queens Road Revue 20/1, Won a Beverley handicap narrowly off 57 in August, but below that both starts since; coming back from quite a break and thoughj mark has eased a little need to prove self again Lacks consistency; needs a career best off this mark back from over six months off.
7th	5 7th (5) (6/1 +14%) Dakota Power	6 6/1(+14%)	(5) Dakota Power 6/1, Best judged on 2l 2nd off 71 at Newmarket in November; well below that twice since, but arguably has had excuses (needed race, made too much use of) and may bounce back Yard has made a bright start to the year but he may need help from the handicapper now.

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SHELBOURNE was on the back of a 173-day break when he finished an encouraging fourth at Wolverhampton recently. Unlucky in running on that occasion, George Scott's four-year-old is entitled to be sharper and could be tough to deal with back on turf from the same mark. Gincident is feared most as he takes a drop in class on his debut for a new yard, although Marlay Park is dangerous to rule out from 7lb lower than his last winning rating.

Rated as high as 89 in the past, GINCIDENT (nap) is the sort with which in-form James Owen excels. He's preferred to Shelbourne.

14:55 Aintree (Class 1) 16f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	8 1st (8) (7/2 +0%) Salvator Mundi	3.5 7/2(+0%)	(8) Salvator Mundi 7/2, Yard won this last year; raced freely comfortably held in Supreme at Cheltenham last time where poorly placed having blown the start; Moscow Flyer winner prior; chance if settling with quick ground a plus Fifth in the Supreme Novices'; has work to do but he may well be capable of better.
2	5 2nd (5) (2/1 -45%) Romeo Coolio	2 2/1(-45%)	(5) Romeo Coolio 2/1, Ran to form 7 1/4l third in Supreme at Cheltenham most recent run where stole a lead at tape; consistent at top level and Grade 1 winner; sets the form standard; drying ground a plus; entitled to be thereabouts Third in the Supreme Novices' and holds leading form claims for top Irish yard.
3	4 3rd (4) (33/1 +34%) Karbau	33 33/1(+34%)	(4) Karbau 33/1, Yard won this last year; below par down the field in Supreme at Cheltenham most recent where found ground too quick; in good form prior though that had knocks; needs to improve and could do with some rain Easy win at Punchestown; tailed off in the Supreme but not written off for Willie Mullins.
4	2 4th (2) (14/1 +13%) Jet To Vegas	14 14/1(+13%)	(2) Jet To Vegas 14/1, Travelled well when won Premier Novices' Hurdle (Grade 2) at Kelso over 2m2f by 2 1/2l last time where got first run; steadily progressive though that weak enough form for grade; bit to find Grade 2 win at Kelso latest; needs another step forward but has done nothing but improve.
5th	6 5th (6) (28/1 +15%) Royal Infantry	28 28/1(+15%)	(6) Royal Infantry 28/1, Well backed fourth beaten 10l in Rossington Main at Haydock latest where jumped poorly and did too much too soon; off a short-break; had wind op; lot to find up in class Disappointing last time but wind op since; had previously looked one to follow; e-w chance.
6th	9 6th (9) (7/4 +47%) Tripoli Flyer	1.75 7/4(+47%)	(9) Tripoli Flyer 7/4, Something in hand won Dovecote at Kempton by 7 1/2l last time; steadily progressive; track should suit; drying ground a plus; placed in Graded bumper here last year; major player Impressive in the Dovecote; jumping is a worry but he could have a major say nevertheless.
7th	10 7th (10) (14/1 -27%) Diva Luna	14 14/1(-27%)	(10) Diva Luna 14/1, Raced freely 6 1/2l third in Ryanair Mares' Novices' Hurdle (Grade 2) over 2m1f at Cheltenham most recent run; Graded bumper winner here last year; drying ground a plus; very interesting getting weight from rivals Grade 2 bumper win here last April; third at Cheltenham Festival; might be thereabouts.
8th	3 8th (3) (150/1 -50%) Joltin N Jiving	150 150/1(-50%)	(3) Joltin N Jiving 150/1, Cosily won a novice hurdle at Carlisle over 2m1f by 8l last time; that form had knocks; so had debut defeat; hard to recommend taking big step up in grade Impressed at Carlisle but this is much hotter; others have more substance to their claims.
9th	7 9th (7) (40/1 +0%) Rubber Ball	40 40/1(+0%)	(7) Rubber Ball 40/1, Aided by leaders getting racing early when won a novice hurdle at Newbury by a length last time; steadily progressive; previous maiden win franked; off a short-break; improvement needed up in grade Arrives on the back of two wins but lots of improvement is needed now up in grade.

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An appearance at the Cheltenham Festival has been a reliable stepping stone for past winners of this race and, with that in mind, ROMEO COOLIO has the right credentials after his commendable third-placed finish in the Supreme. The Gordon Elliott-trained gelding's previous start was an impressive display in landing the Grade 1 Future Champions at Leopardstown's Christmas fixture. Salvator Mundi is the pick of Willie Mullins' pair but could only manage fifth in the Supreme. Therefore, the progressive Tripoli Flyer may be a bigger threat to the selection on the back of his Grade 2 win at Kempton. Diva Luna offers some each-way appeal.

Preference is for Irish challenger ROMEO COOLIO following last month's third in the Supreme Novices' Hurdle at the Cheltenham Festival.

15:05 Bath (Class 4) 5f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	7 1st (7) (15/8 +63%) Tourist	1.875 15/8(+63%)	(7) Tourist 15/8, Raced freely when landing a handicap by a neck off 78 over 6f at Windsor last time ran in August; down in trip and up a couple of pounds; off a break, may just need it Consistent for Hilal Kobeissi last season (two 6f wins); back in trip for stable debut.
2	1 2nd (1) (5/1 +0%) Pepsi Cat	5 5/1(+0%)	(1) Pepsi Cat 5/1, Big run when fifth in a Heritage Handicap at York Ebor meeting, but ran very poorly either side; best form suggests is very well handicapped here; worth consideration if a bit risky Developed into a useful 5f performer last year; begins new campaign from good mark.
3	2 3rd (2) (8/1 +43%) Grace Angel	8 8/1(+43%)	(2) Grace Angel 8/1, In excellent form on the AW until last of 9 at Wolverhampton last time; setting that aside would be a contender given won twice on turf last season and mark has come down a few pounds recently Needs to bounce back from last month's poor run but may have a fitness edge today.
4	3 4th (3) (8/1 -129%) Regal Envoy	8 8/1(-129%)	(3) Regal Envoy 8/1, Only pushed out when landing a handicap by 1/2l off 81 at Chelmsford in November; returning from a break following that, but generally reliable, won twice on turf last season and looks the most solid option In excellent form on AW in autumn; 146-day break may have checked his momentum.
5th	9 5th (9) (22/1 -10%) So Smart	22 22/1(-10%)	(9) So Smart 22/1, Chepstow handicap winner off 67 by a neck in August, but form tailed off a little at the end of the campaign; mark is fair; C&D winner and ran quite well reappearance here in 2024; not out of very tight race Front-runner; won twice (once over C&D) last season and is well drawn to attack today.
6th	4 6th (4) (6/1 -33%) Miss Show Off	6 6/1(-33%)	(4) Miss Show Off 6/1, Ran well on handicap debut first start of 2024 beaten under a length off 82, but below that only other start; very lightly raced and presumably has had issues; unexposed, but also a bit of an unknown Lightly raced filly who ran well when fresh last summer and may still have potential.
7th	8 7th (8) (14/1 0%) Connie's Rose	14 14/1(0%)	(8) Connie's Rose 14/1, Bath specialist and last four starts here; tends to make the running at a fast pace and run to form if gets fractions right and not if doesn't; has had a win operation and off a break; risky Had career-best spell of form last spring/summer but lost her way in the autumn.
8th	6 8th (6) (9/1 -13%) Pop Star	9 9/1(-13%)	(6) Pop Star 9/1, Travelled well produced probably best effort when landing a handicap by 4l off 70 over 6f here in October; not seen since then, but quirky track clearly suits and should go well Signed off with emphatic 5.7f course win in October; resumes on 10lb higher mark.
9th	5 9th (5) (25/1 -25%) Jacquelina	25 25/1(-25%)	(5) Jacquelina 25/1, Got on a big roll last turf season with five wins in May/June, finally lost form upped in class last two starts; enjoys making it; could be very well handicapped if break has refreshed Made remarkable progress last spring; returned from break with two lesser runs in October.

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TOURIST narrowly prevailed at Windsor on his final start for Hilal Kobeissi and given that he has gone well fresh previously, a 2lb rise should be no barrier to further success. Now in the care of Robert Cowell, the son of Zoustar has proven himself tactically versatile so should they go a decent gallop, his ability to stay further could be key. The unexposed Miss Show Off and hat-trick seeking Regal Envoy are two others to consider.

One who still has potential is MISS SHOW OFF, who raced only twice as a 3yo but proved she can go well fresh on the first occasion.

15:17 Leicester (Class 5) 8f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	2 1st (2) (11/4 -10%) Midnight's Dream	2.75 11/4(-10%)	(2) Midnight's Dream 11/4, Scored by 3/4l off 69 over 7f at Kempton penultimate start and plenty to do when fifth beaten 4l off 72 last time running a bit below that form; ran well on turf in 2024; can threaten Won at Kempton and backed it up with solid fifth at Southwell; he must enter calculations.
2	1 2nd (1) (7/2 -56%) Straight A	3.5 7/2(-56%)	(1) Straight A 7/2, In good form and though didn't quite find as much as looked likely when beaten a neck off 72 last time at Wolverhampton did run very well; equally effective on turf as AW and the obvious form choice In good nick, runner-up in 7f h'cap at Wolverhampton 11 days ago; he can go well again.
3	4 3rd (4) (17/2 -42%) Soames Forsyte	8.5 17/2(-42%)	(4) Soames Forsyte 17/2, Travelled well when scored by 4 1/4l off 64 over 7f at Southwell three starts back and back to that form when third beaten a length off 70 last time; effective at a mile and on turf; chance Very good third at Southwell three weeks ago; form franked so player off the same mark.
4	6 4th (6) (9/1 +64%) Norflondonforever	9 9/1(+64%)	(6) Norflondonforever 9/1, Poor debut then had wind operation and ran quite well second start despite hanging, but failed to back that up last time; questions to answer on handicap debut Only sixth in 1m Southwell novice two weeks ago; more needed for new yard now h'capping.
5th	5 5th (5) (9/2 -29%) Saturnalia	4.5 9/2(-29%)	(5) Saturnalia 9/2, Running well of late and bang to form beaten 3/4l off 70 at Lingfield last time; similar form last summer on turf and seems sure to threaten On a long losing run be he arrives in good nick; ought to be thereabouts again.
6th	3 6th (3) (3/1 +57%) He's Got Game	3 3/1(+57%)	(3) He's Got Game 3/1, Raced freely probably needing the outing when beaten 10l in a handicap at Kempton last time; best judged on neck win off 68 at Windsor (1m) in May last year; still bit to prove second start back off a break Won at Windsor last May but below par both runs since; needs to take big step forward.

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Having been denied a clear run at a pivotal point when second over 7f at Wolverhampton last week, STRAIGHT A makes plenty of appeal on this quick turnaround. Reverting to a mile/turf should pose no issues for the son of Aclaim and compensation could be on the cards. Southwell fifth Midnight's Dream is another who didn't enjoy the smoothest of passages last time out and he's feared most, ahead of Saturnalia.

Michael Herrington's SOAMES FORSYTE is enjoying an excellent 2025 and can land a third win on the back of a very good Southwell third.

15:30 Aintree (Class 1) 19f - 4 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	2 1st (2) (4/6 -17%) Jonbon	0.666667 4/6(-17%)	(2) Jonbon 4/6, Winner of nine G1s including this last year; second beaten 18l in Champion Chase latest after all but falling mid race; did well to finish that close; 3-3 this season prior; tough to oppose Made bad mistake when 2nd in Champion Chase; he'll be hard to beat if leaving that behind.
2	4 2nd (4) (7/1 -27%) Protektorat	7 7/1(-27%)	(4) Protektorat 7/1, Winner of three G1s including 2024 Ryaniar; fourth beaten 20l in that contest latest; form of previous Fleur De Lys franked; going left handed key; 3l behind Jonbon in this last year; threat but unlikely to be reversing that on quicker ground 3rd in this last year; good as ever at Windsor in January; soundly beaten in Ryanair since.
3	3 3rd (3) (16/1 +27%) Matata	16 16/1(+27%)	(3) Matata 16/1, Made too much use of 2l third in Game Spirit (Grade 2) over 2m at Newbury most recent run where outstayed late at stiff track; flattered by previous handicap win; enjoys making it; not proven trip; big stamina concerns Progressive in handicaps this season; could outrun his odds if seeing out the trip.
1	1 \|F\| (1) (5/2 +29%) El Fabiolo	2.5 5/2(+29%)	(1) El Fabiolo 5/2, Winner of four G1s but below best since jumping fell to pieces in Champion Chase last year; raced freely second beaten 1 1/4l in Webster Cup (Grade 2) at Navan latest where out-battled and outstayed late; stamina concerns once more Could build on last month's Navan run but needs to prove he retains his superstar ability.

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JONBON was never able to recover from a bad mistake at the ninth fence in the Champion Chase at the Cheltenham Festival last month, but did well in the circumstances to stay on for second. The nine-time Grade 1 winner beat Protektorat (third) in last year's renewal and provided there are no mishaps, he should do the business. El Fabiolo was beaten four lengths into second behind the selection in a Grade 1 at Sandown last year and failed to justify short odds in a Grade 2 at Navan last month. However, he is in the right hands and could bounce back.

Last year's winner JONBON impressed in the winter and last month's Champion Chase defeat is excusable on account of a bad mistake.

15:40 Bath (Class 6) 5f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	2 1st (2) (9/4 +18%) Elland Road Girl	2.25 9/4(+18%)	(2) Elland Road Girl 9/4, Ran to form beaten 2 1/4l off 55 at Wolverhampton last time; unproven on fast ground; much better run second run of season latest; contender Did well to be a closing fourth at Wolverhampton last time after missing the kick.
2	3 2nd (3) (2/1 +27%) Royal Accord	2 2/1(+27%)	(3) Royal Accord 2/1, Beaten 2 1/2l off 55 at Wolverhampton last time; not proven trip; unproven on fast ground; looks much better on turf than AW, gets the nod Faded over 6f at Wolverhampton and today's drop back to an extended 5f could work.
3	5 3rd (5) (9/1 +25%) Fregola	9 9/1(+25%)	(5) Fregola 9/1, Raced freely beaten 5l in a nursery over 7f at Chelmsford last time; not proven trip; unproven on fast ground (looks better on AW); lot to do off a layoff Has finished seventh or eighth in all her seven runs, four being handicaps (5f-7f).
4	1 4th (1) (17/2 +29%) Dreambird Dolly	8.5 17/2(+29%)	(1) Dreambird Dolly 17/2, Beaten 6l in a nursery over 5f at Lingfield last time (mark looked stiff); consistent in three runs in novices; returning from a break; unrpoven on fast turf; bit to prove Just glimmers of ability before struggling when 40-1 for handicap debut (5f AW).
5th	6 5th (6) (16/1 +20%) La Mer Grise	16 16/1(+20%)	(6) La Mer Grise 16/1, Seemed to be on stiff mark beaten 7l in a handicap over 5f at Wolverhampton last time; top course trainer; needs to find fair bit more Has a lot of ground to make up with Kameko Spirit on their recent AW clash.
6th	4 6th (4) (10/3 -90%) Kameko Spirit	3.333333 10/3(-90%)	(4) Kameko Spirit 10/3, Ran to form beaten 3/4l off 48 over 5f at Wolverhampton last time; not proven trip; unproven on fast ground (looks better on AW); key contender, go close Prominent racer who has failed only narrowly in her last two races on the AW (5f).

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KAMEKO SPIRIT has attempted to make every yard of the running but had to settle for second on each of her last two outings, with her latest effort coming in a first-time tongue-tie at Wolverhampton. Provided she can transfer that form to turf, she could prove tough to beat. Elland Road Girl outran her big odds when a respectable fourth at Wolverhampton last month and should go well, while Royal Accord is another to note.

After two near misses on the AW this looks a good opportunity for KAMEKO SPIRIT (nap) to finally get her head in front.

15:45 Wexford 20f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	1 1st (1) (6/4 -20%) Kish Bank	1.5 6/4(-20%)	(1) Kish Bank 6/4, Ran to form second beaten 5 1/2l in an auction hurdle over 2m at Fairyhouse latest; steadily progressive; longer trip should suit; every chance if handling the quicker ground Decent level of form at 2m in much softer conditions; upped in trip and ground a concern.
2	4 2nd (4) (14/1 -75%) Watchful Protector	14 14/1(-75%)	(4) Watchful Protector 14/1, Below par comfortably held in an auction bumper over 2m at Limerick last time; placed on hurdle debut prior; up in trip; place claims if stamina holds up Has looked to be crying out for this step up in trip so likely improver.
3	8 3rd (8) (11/2 +0%) Happy Me	5.5 11/2(+0%)	(8) Happy Me 11/2, Ran to form second beaten 1 1/4l in an auction hurdle over 2m4f at Thurles latest; steadily progressive; off a short-break; has experience edge; outside chance Thurles second over this trip and on similar ground makes him a major player.
4	9 4th (9) (4/1 -45%) Ufouria	4 4/1(-45%)	(9) Ufouria 4/1, Fourth beaten 5l in a maiden hurdle over 2m here latest; up in trip; should progress for local yard with fine record here; ought to go close Recent fourth here makes her a contender if staying this longer trip.
5th	10 5th (10) (2/1 +82%) Fortunate Lighting	2 2/1(+82%)	(10) Fortunate Lighting 2/1, Comfortably held in a graduation hurdle over 2m1f at Punchestown last time; usually consistent; up in trip; more to come judged on old bumper form; of interest Lightly raced 7yo has definite ability and longer trip could bring improvement here.
6th	2 6th (2) (66/1 -164%) Colorado Charlie	66 66/1(-164%)	(2) Colorado Charlie 66/1, Pulled up in a maiden hurdle over 2m6f at Tramore latest where ground too testing; off a short-break; plenty more needed Fair debut at Roscommon last August; two failures to complete since then; hard to fancy.
7th	3 7th (3) (250/1 -150%) Tennesse Boy	250 250/1(-150%)	(3) Tennesse Boy 250/1, Below par down the field in a maiden hurdle over 2m3f at Limerick most recent; not proven trip; all to do Three maiden runs on soft-heavy poor, can only be watched for now.
5	5 \|F\| (5) (25/1 +0%) Mister Frostie	25 25/1(+0%)	(5) Mister Frostie 25/1, Comfortably held in a maiden hurdle over 2m6f at Navan last time; this much easier; longer trip could suit; outside chance Navan run encouraging; slight drop in trip may suit but good bit more likely required.
6	6 \|PU\| (6) (125/1 -400%) Pacheco	125 125/1(-400%)	(6) Pacheco 125/1, Fell in a maiden hurdle over 2m at Navan latest when a big price; up in trip; difficult to fancy until completing 100-1 shot on recent Navan debut, on the retreat when faller two out; best watched.
7	7 \|PU\| (7) (125/1 -89%) Stonecarthy	125 125/1(-89%)	(7) Stonecarthy 125/1, Below par down the field in a maiden hurdle at Limerick most recent; showed minor promise on debut; not proven trip; difficult to fancy and looks one for handicaps Well held in maiden hurdles at Gowran and Limerick in October when last seen.

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KISH BANK sets the standard off his mark of 120 and should prove hard to beat. The Mount Nelson gelding has run solid races to finish runner-up on his last two outings and stepping up in trip now may help the point-to-point winner. Watchful Protector has a bit to find with the selection having been 15 lengths behind him when third at Fairyhouse in February. He was a touch disappointing back in a bumper last time, but is capable of reaching the frame in this company. Happy Me ran well when runner-up at Thurles and is another for the shortlist.

It could pay to side with UFOURIA an encouraging fourth here over 2m recently and for whom this longer trip could suit

15:52 Leicester (Class 5) 6f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 1st (1) (11/4 -22%) Charlie Mason	2.75 11/4(-22%)	(1) Charlie Mason 11/4, Scored by a length off 65 at Wolverhampton in January and has run that form every start since; good jockey up and the form pick In very good nick, runner-up in Lingfield h'cap three days ago; must enter calculations.
2	5 2nd (5) (7/1 -56%) Raft Up	7 7/1(-56%)	(5) Raft Up 7/1, In good form of late and game when scored by 1/2l off 53 at Newcastle penultimate start; backed that up last time up 3lb; should go well again Not disgraced when sixth at Wolverhampton (6f) 11 days ago; he's one for the shortlist.
3	2 3rd (2) (15/2 +6%) Gemini Star	7.5 15/2(+6%)	(2) Gemini Star 15/2, Form fell away at the end of last term after couple of good efforts in the spring; mark has eased as a result and would contend at best, but bit to prove Signed off for 2024 with a solid third at Redcar; much respected on her return.
4	4 4th (4) (2/1 +33%) Beelzebub	2 2/1(+33%)	(4) Beelzebub 2/1, In good form last summer and well backed when beaten 4l off 67 at Nottingham final start; returning from long layoff and while chance at best has fitness doubt Fifth at Nottingham on yard debut in July; had wind op and likely player off reduced mark.
5th	7 5th (7) (22/1 -38%) Lion Ring	22 22/1(-38%)	(7) Lion Ring 22/1, Disappointed latest after a couple of fair efforts at Chelmsford; mark is falling and is effective on turf, but needs top bounce back Scored at Chelmsford in October but his more recent efforts have not been so encouraging.
6th	6 6th (6) (8/1 -7%) Enderman	8 8/1(-7%)	(6) Enderman 8/1, Form fell away at the end of 2024 season after solid run of efforts in summer; back from a break here and may need run, but on a handy mark now if at best On a lengthy losing sequence and ended 2024 with below-par efforts at Leicester/Nottingham.
7th	3 7th (3) (6/1 +45%) Temple Bruer	6 6/1(+45%)	(3) Temple Bruer 6/1, Scored by a head off 65 at Chelmsford penultimate start after a wind operation; very disappointing last time though; chance if on song, but obvious concerns about breathing Won at Chelmsford but beat only one at Southwell 20 days ago; he needs to bounce back.

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CHARLIE MASON has been in fine form on the all-weather throughout winter and into spring, and this looks a suitable opportunity for him to regain the winning thread. Gemini Star ended her last campaign with a respectable third at Redcar and market support on her return to action would be interesting. Alice Haynes' mare may serve the most resistance to the selection, ahead of Raft Up.

The returning BEELZEBUB has slipped to a handy-looking mark for his new yard and could take advantage on the back of wind surgery.

16:05 Aintree (Class 1) 21f - 30 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	2 1st (2) (14/1 +58%) Gentleman De Mee	14 14/1(+58%)	(2) Gentleman De Mee 14/1, Winner of two G1s; not given hard time fourth beaten 6l in Webster Cup (Grade 2) over 2m4f at Navan latest; better ground a plus; has slipped to tempting mark but stamina to prove Last season's Champion Chase runner-up but he hasn't been at his best this term.
2	27 2nd (27) (22/1 +33%) Lisnamult Lad	22 22/1(+33%)	(27) Lisnamult Lad 22/1, Made too much use of comfortably held in Listed Handicap Chase over 2m1f at Leopardstown last time; just 1lb above last winning mark; going well when falling in Troytown in autumn; good ground suits; dangerous if getting into a rhythm Now just 1lb higher than when making all at Cheltenham in October; could make a bold bid.
3	22 3rd (22) (14/1 +0%) The Goffer	14 14/1(+0%)	(22) The Goffer 14/1, Well backed fourth beaten 9 1/2l in Cross Country over 3m5f at Cheltenham latest; down in trip; probably not the force of old and may want slower ground Encouraging fourth in the Cross Country at Cheltenham and he's not ruled out.
4	16 4th (16) (18/1 -50%) Amirite	18 18/1(-50%)	(16) Amirite 18/1, Probably needed race fourth beaten 23l in the Jimmy Neville Memorial Hurdle over 2m6f at Thurles latest; consistent staying chaser off similar marks; holds no secrets from handicapper Not at his best on his last few starts but on a handy mark and could bounce back.
5th	5 5th (5) (10/1 -11%) James Du Berlais	10 10/1(-11%)	(5) James Du Berlais 10/1, Yard has won 2 of last 5 runnings of race; made too much use of beaten 10l in Listed handicap Chase at Leopardstown last time but ran well for a long way; runner up in this last year off 1lb lower; chance but battling qualities a concern Not easy to win with but he's just 1lb higher than when second in this last year.
6th	25 6th (25) (33/1 +18%) Jetoile	33 33/1(+18%)	(25) Jetoile 33/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Kempton latest; former Old Roan winner here; good ground key; doesn't look the force of old; bit to find Well treated on form as recent as last May but this 10yo has struggled in the main since.
7th	7 7th (7) (14/1 +13%) Ginny's Destiny	14 14/1(+13%)	(7) Ginny's Destiny 14/1, Well beaten in Plate Handicap Chase at Cheltenham latest but did best of those forcing pace that day; generally out of form this term; cheekpieces first time; enjoys making it; well treated on novice Grade 1 form; danger if stamina holds up Runner-up in two 2m4f Grade 1s last spring but somewhat underwhelming this season.
8th	21 8th (21) (25/1 -14%) The King Of Prs	25 25/1(-14%)	(21) The King Of Prs 25/1, Raced freely when scored by 3l off 130 over 2m1f at Fairyhouse penultimate start; 15th beaten 31l off 138 last time in Grand Annual; not proven trip; wants slower ground Stamina to prove and below par in the Grand Annual, but progressive in Ireland previously.
9th	9 9th (9) (12/1 +52%) Soul Icon	12 12/1(+52%)	(9) Soul Icon 12/1, Well backed beaten 2l off 145 over 2m1f at Exeter last time; enjoys making it; up in trip; consistent at Graded level; bit to find on these terms and often out-battled late Won good-quality, seven-runner handicap at Kempton in December and is just 2lb higher here.
1	1 \|U\| (1) (80/1 -100%) Ash Tree Meadow	80 80/1(-100%)	(1) Ash Tree Meadow 80/1, Former Galway Plate winner and successful 4 times at Graded level; significant jockey booking; good ground key; probably high enough in weights; back from break and may be prep for summer campaign Back from a break with a return to form needed but he could prove well suited to this test.
10th	23 10th (23) (66/1 +34%) Dreal Deal	66 66/1(+34%)	(23) Dreal Deal 66/1, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle over 2m3f at Naas latest where needed run; former Graded hurdle winner; unexposed over fences but bit to find on these terms Two wins last spring but this 10yo is probably vulnerable in this hot handicap.
11th	12 11th (12) (50/1 -25%) Adamantly Chosen	50 50/1(-25%)	(12) Adamantly Chosen 50/1, Yard has won 2 of last 5 runnings of race; below par down the field in Listed Handicap Chase at Leopardstown most recent when well fancied but went too fast; good ground key; enjoys making it; dangerous if getting into a rhythm One of five for Willie Mullins; he's struggled to get competitive this season.
12th	14 12th (14) (14/1 +22%) Marble Sands	14 14/1(+22%)	(14) Marble Sands 14/1, Slowly away beaten 3 1/4l off 75 over 2m at Southwell last time; Listed winner in autumn well treated on that; brings in strong handicap form; trainer in form; step up in trip a huge positive; threat Solid form in the main during this second season over fences & he's an each-way contender.
13th	20 13th (20) (40/1 -60%) Mars Harper	40 40/1(-60%)	(20) Mars Harper 40/1, Well treated at weights fourth beaten 6l in Plate Handicap Chase at Cheltenham latest benefitting from pace collapse; poor strike rate; bit to find Modest strike-rate and on long losing run, but ran well at Cheltenham Festival last month.
14th	30 14th (30) (10/1 +29%) Excello	10 10/1(+29%)	(30) Excello 10/1, Ran to form beaten a length off 132 over 3m at Sandown last time doing much the best of those up with the pace; cheekpieces first time; down in trip; well treated on French form; stable first string on jockey bookings; contender Ran well over 3m at Sandown last time and could benefit from the drop back in trip; chance.
15th	29 15th (29) (66/1 -100%) Escaria Ten	66 66/1(-100%)	(29) Escaria Ten 66/1, Below par well beaten in a handicap chase over 3m5f at Cheltenham latest where went too fast; inconsistent; visor first time; not the force of old; may find this on sharp side Promising run in Cheltenham Cross Country; could have a part to play now back down in trip.
16th	26 16th (26) (20/1 +0%) Lounge Lizard	20 20/1(+0%)	(26) Lounge Lizard 20/1, Well treated at weights when landed handicap by 3/4l off 131 over 2m4f at Huntingdon last time; enjoys making it; sound surface suits; doesn't always find for pressure; risky Won at Huntingdon latest; needs career best today but he's shown promise over these fences.
17th	10 17th (10) (28/1 +15%) Eldorado Allen	28 28/1(+15%)	(10) Eldorado Allen 28/1, Well beaten in Denman Chase over 2m7f at Newbury latest when went too fast; down in trip; off a short-break; ran well in National last year; dropping in weights; interesting at a price 11yo who is on a long losing spell but he ran well for a long way in last year's National.
18th	17 18th (17) (50/1 +0%) Gemirande	50 50/1(+0%)	(17) Gemirande 50/1, Wide trip and went too fast down the field in Plate Handicap Chase at Cheltenham most recent; generally out of form since winter wins; enjoys making it; bit to find on these terms 2 wins towards end of last year but 3 lesser runs have followed; has to get back on track.
19th	6 19th (6) (50/1 +0%) French Dynamite	50 50/1(+0%)	(6) French Dynamite 50/1, Appeared not to stay down the field in Cross Country at Cheltenham most recent; drop down in trip a positive; bit to find off this mark and poor strike rate Ran well for fair way before fading in Cheltenham Cross Country but others appeal more.
20th	24 20th (24) (14/1 +13%) Shantreusse	14 14/1(+13%)	(24) Shantreusse 14/1, Travelled well beaten 3l off 132 over 2m4f at Navan last time; did much the best of those forcing pace that day; big effort when seventh in this last year off this mark having jumped poorly; big chance if handling the quicker ground Made very bad mistake when 7th in this last year; could be involved if handling conditions.
21st	15 21st (15) (20/1 +20%) Fantastic Lady	20 20/1(+20%)	(15) Fantastic Lady 20/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase over 3m2f at Cheltenham latest where failed to stay; down in trip; good record in this race; well treated on Listed form; drying ground a plus; of interest Pulled up at Cheltenham Festival but the return to these fences could reignite some spark.
22nd	11 22nd (11) (28/1 -75%) Latenightpass	28 28/1(-75%)	(11) Latenightpass 28/1, Travelled well second beaten 7l in a Cross Country over 3m5f at Cheltenham latest just outstayed late by National fancy; down in trip; ran well in National here last year; bit more needed Likes these fences; ran well in Cheltenham Cross Country last time; firmly in calculations.
23rd	13 23rd (13) (33/1 -200%) Glengouly	33 33/1(-200%)	(13) Glengouly 33/1, Yard has won 2 of last 5 runnings of race; unseated in Thyestes over 3m1f at Gowran Park latest when booked for midfield; out of form this term; down in trip; bit to find Runner-up in two major Irish handicaps last winter but not in the same form this term.
3	3 \|PU\| (3) (5/1 +44%) Blue Lord	5 5/1(+44%)	(3) Blue Lord 5/1, Winner of three G1s; yard has won 2 of last 5 runnings of race; 13l third in Ascot Chase (Grade 1) at Ascot most recent run hinting at revival after spell in doldrums following lay off; still needs to prove all the ability remains off this mark; risky 10yo; not the force of old but took step back in right direction last time; not ruled out.
18	18 \|PU\| (18) (15/2 +38%) Bad	7.5 15/2(+38%)	(18) Bad 15/2, Well backed when landed Handicap Chase by 1/2l off 134 over at Kempton last time; steadily progressive; quirks appear to have been ironed out; probably bit to come Things have clicked in these blinkers; clear with course specialist at Kempton latest.
19	19 \|PU\| (19) (16/1 +36%) Grandeur D'ame	16 16/1(+36%)	(19) Grandeur D'ame 16/1, Appeared not to stay down the field in Ultima Handicap Chase over 3m1f at Cheltenham most recent; got racing too early previously; down in trip; bit to find off this mark 9yo who has been better than ever this season; failed to stay 3m1f in the Ultima.
4	4 \|PU\| (4) (25/1 +11%) Ga Law	25 25/1(+11%)	(4) Ga Law 25/1, Pulled up in Stayers' Hurdle at Cheltenham latest unsuited by return to smaller obstacles; drop down in trip a plus; former Paddy Power Gold Cup winner; better ground a plus; each way shout Return to form needed but he's 3lb lower than when 2nd in Paddy Power Gold Cup in November.
8	8 \|PU\| (8) (50/1 -25%) Minella Drama	50 50/1(-25%)	(8) Minella Drama 50/1, Seemed to be on stiff mark down the field in a handicap chase over 2m4f at Musselburgh most recent; off a short-break; likes this venue; others better treated Out of form elsewhere the last twice but has a good record here over regular obstacles.
28	28 \|PU\| (28) (50/1 +0%) Western Zephyr	50 50/1(+0%)	(28) Western Zephyr 50/1, Made too much use of down the field in Grand Annual over 2m at Cheltenham most recent; not proven trip; has bled on occasions; stamina concerns; opposed In good heart in the autumn but well beaten the last twice and unproven at the trip.

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

Having experience over the National fences has proved key when going back through the previous winners of this contest and last year's runner-up JAMES DU BERLAIS ticks plenty of the right boxes. Willie Mullins' gelding only gave way in the final stages 12 months ago and this forecast quicker ground may help. The nine-year-old's latest fifth at Leopardstown should have put him spot on and he makes the most appeal. The Nicky Henderson-trained Fantastic Lady may have found the ground too soft when finishing sixth last year and she shouldn't be underestimated. Prominent racers usually do well, which brings Glengouly, Amirite and Blue Lord into the reckoning.

The oldest horses in the field have plenty going for them. ELDORADO ALLEN is the pick ahead of Latenightpass then Escaria Ten.

16:15 Bath (Class 4) 8f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	6 1st (6) (5/6 +39%) Teroomm	0.833333 5/6(+39%)	(6) Teroomm 5/6, 2l fourth in a maiden over 7f at Kempton first-time out having missed the break; returning from a break; up in trip; threat with significant improvement likely Kept on strongly for very promising fourth in valuable 7f Kempton maiden in November.
2	5 2nd (5) (9/4 +0%) High On Hope	2.25 9/4(+0%)	(5) High On Hope 9/4, Second beaten 1/2l in a handicap over 7f at Southwell latest; up in trip; consistent; contender Close second in Class 3 AW handicap (7f) on seasonal debut; sets the form standard.
3	4 3rd (4) (7/2 -5%) Gennadius	3.5 7/2(-5%)	(4) Gennadius 7/2, Runner-up to classy rival beaten 8 1/2l in a maiden at Kempton only start where suited by positive ride; off a short-break; the one to beat with improvement likely Left behind by smart rival on debut but still shaped with significant promise.
4	9 4th (9) (50/1 -25%) Havana Tobouggaloo	50 50/1(-25%)	(9) Havana Tobouggaloo 50/1, Havana Gold filly; dam useful at 12f; stable's horses tend to need more time; tough enough task on debut Out of a bumper/fair 1m4f Flat winner; probably one for further down the line.
5th	8 5th (8) (50/1 -25%) Sofian	50 50/1(-25%)	(8) Sofian 50/1, Not clear run beaten 9l in a nursery over 7f at Chester last time; up in trip; unproven on fast ground; more needed Made the frame in a soft-ground maiden last summer but faces a tough task here.
6th	7 6th (7) (28/1 -100%) Papa Oscar	28 28/1(-100%)	(7) Papa Oscar 28/1, Had benefited for debut experience fourth beaten 4l in a maiden over 7f at Newcastle latest where too keen; up in trip; needs to improve Has very good pedigree but his two 7f AW runs this year have been underwhelming.
7th	2 7th (2) (50/1 -52%) Reteti	50 50/1(-52%)	(2) Reteti 50/1, Probably needed race 4l third in a bumper over 2m at Stratford most recent run; back in trip; unproven on fast ground; hard to recommend on flat debut Has shown some ability in bumpers but seems unlikely to pose a threat on Flat debut.
8th	3 8th (3) (80/1 -60%) Good Eye	80 80/1(-60%)	(3) Good Eye 80/1, Slowly away 17l third in a maiden over 11f at Dundalk most recent run; back in trip; off a short-break; plenty more needed Remote when third in 10.7f Dundalk maiden in January; overlooked on stable debut.
9th	1 9th (1) (100/1 -52%) George Sansevero	100 100/1(-52%)	(1) George Sansevero 100/1, Cappella Sansevero gelding; dam very useful at 7f; hood first time; stable without a winner this year; best watched Out of a fairly useful 5f-7f winner; hooded on debut; best watched.

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

High On Hope returned from a break to fill the runner-up spot at Southwell last month and has plenty of experience on his side so needs to be considered. However, he might come out second best to GENNADIUS, who ran green when only finding Godolphin's 2000 Guineas contender Opera Ballo too good on his debut at Kempton in January and will have lots more to offer. Teroomm completes the shortlist.

High On Hope is respected but TEROOMM made a very promising debut at Kempton in the autumn and is taken to improve past him.

16:20 Wexford 20f - 14 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	7 1st (7) (5/1 -11%) Cooke's Lass	5 5/1(-11%)	(7) Cooke's Lass 5/1, 70,000 euros Authorized mare; top trainer can get them ready first time; watch betting 70,000Euros 3yo; newcomer demands obvious respect from top yard.
2	5 2nd (5) (11/2 +27%) Clody Diamond	5.5 11/2(+27%)	(5) Clody Diamond 11/2, Well beaten in a graduation hurdle over 2m3f at Punchestown latest; longer trip a plus; off a short-break; better ground should suit judged on point efforts; go close Punchestown debut run encouraging; improvement likely here back on better ground.
3	2 3rd (2) (16/1 -100%) Alpha Zeta	16 16/1(-100%)	(2) Alpha Zeta 16/1, Ran to form beaten 8 1/4l in a Mares bumper over 2m at Tipperary last time; returning from long layoff; step up in trip could suit; place claims on hurdle debut Bumper promise and related to several winning hurdlers; respected.
4	13 4th (13) (11/1 -10%) Tiffiny's Girl	11 11/1(-10%)	(13) Tiffiny's Girl 11/1, 24l third in a maiden hurdle over 2m at Gowran Park most recent run; step up in trip could suit; place claims Small step forward when remote third in 2m Gowran maiden but plenty more required here.
5th	12 5th (12) (10/1 -150%) Sugar Cookie	10 10/1(-150%)	(12) Sugar Cookie 10/1, Probably needed race down the field in a Mares bumper over 2m at Leopardstown most recent; placed in a bumper prior; step up in trip a plus; likely improver for top yard on hurdle debut Flopped on recent yard debut, but demands respect on previous bumper run.
6th	10 6th (10) (100/1 -100%) Nashville Notions	100 100/1(-100%)	(10) Nashville Notions 100/1, Below par down the field in a maiden hurdle over 2m3f at Clonmel most recent; not proven trip; hard to recommend Modest in point-to-points and soundly beaten on recent Clonmel hurdles debut.
7th	9 7th (9) (12/1 +25%) Meetmeinstlouis	12 12/1(+25%)	(9) Meetmeinstlouis 12/1, Below par down the field in a bumper over 2m3f at Naas most recent; cheekpieces first time; not proven trip; off a short-break; needs to improve Sign of ability in maiden and two bumpers but lots more needed here; cheekpieces tried.
8	8 \|PU\| (8) (11/8 +27%) Full Of Life	1.375 11/8(+27%)	(8) Full Of Life 11/8, Not clear run and went too fast 10l third in a maiden hurdle over 2m4f at Leopardstown most recent run; that sets standard; trainer in form; the pick on balance of form Recent Leopardstown third over this trip makes her a leading contender; tongue-tied now.
11	11 \|PU\| (11) (15/2 -7%) She'll Be Kept	7.5 15/2(-7%)	(11) She'll Be Kept 15/2, Second beaten 13l in a claiming hurdle at Limerick latest; that improved form; off a short-break; more needed up in grade on quicker ground Second in Limerick claiming hurdle on heavy; new yard and quicker ground here.
1	1 \|PU\| (1) (80/1 -142%) Abelene	80 80/1(-142%)	(1) Abelene 80/1, 15,000 euros Wings Of Eagles mare; half-sister to Daisy Ellie, moderate at 19f; hood first time; small yard without a winner this year; best watched Cheaply bought Wings Of Eagles mare; hooded for debut, all the better for the experience.
6	6 \|PU\| (6) (125/1 -150%) Conflict Lady	125 125/1(-150%)	(6) Conflict Lady 125/1, Well beaten in a maiden hurdle over 2m here only start; up in trip; all to do Never sighted on debut here last month (2m); appears the lesser likely of the yard's pair.
3	3 \|PU\| (3) (200/1 -203%) Anni Day Now	200 200/1(-203%)	(3) Anni Day Now 200/1, Down the field in a maiden hurdle over 2m here most recent; generally out of form; not proven trip; all to do Beaten a long way in admittedly better-class maidens, including here last month.
4	4 \|PU\| (4) (250/1 -150%) Aravcaria	250 250/1(-150%)	(4) Aravcaria 250/1, Yet to show any real signs of ability; tongue-tie first time; off a short-break; all to do Veteran mare, impossible to make a case for on only two previous runs.
14	14 \|PU\| (14) (250/1 -150%) Whiskeyforluck	250 250/1(-150%)	(14) Whiskeyforluck 250/1, Raced freely down the field in a maiden hurdle over 2m3f at Kilbeggan most recent; yet to show much; blinkers first time; not proven trip; all to do Shown nothing in bumpers and a couple of maiden hurdles; blinkers tried.

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

FULL OF LIFE has been given a mark of 117 after three runs over timber and if she runs up to that, she's the one to beat. The Great Pretender mare was third to a smart sort in Barnahash Primrose at Leopardstown early last month and a similar run can get the job done now. Sugar Cookie is an interesting runner for Willie Mullins. She shaped with plenty of promise on her debut a couple of years ago, but was well beaten on her return from two years off at Leopardstown last month. The French-bred should be capable of better. Gordon Elliott's newcomer Cooke's Lass is one to note in the market.

A good third in a similar Leopardstown contest last month, the now tongue-tied FULL OF LIFE gets the vote on ground she handles

16:27 Leicester (Class 4) 11f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	5 1st (5) (11/1 -38%) Fireblade	11 11/1(-38%)	(5) Fireblade 11/1, Below par 3l third in a novice over 11f at Kempton most recent run; best form on turf has tended to come with plenty of give; up in trip and off a short-break Failed to win for the Gosden yard; blinkers come off and the market should give some clues.
2	6 2nd (6) (15/2 +25%) Expert Witness	7.5 15/2(+25%)	(6) Expert Witness 15/2, Probably needed race beaten 2 1/4l off 80 over 9f at Wolverhampton last time; won handicaps at Salisbury and Epsom last season; can contend Pleasing comeback for her new yard but stamina is a live concern round here.
3	7 3rd (7) (7/2 +36%) Orchard Keeper	3.5 7/2(+36%)	(7) Orchard Keeper 7/2, Ran to form beaten 3l off 77 over 11f at Yarmouth when last seen in September; ran well off a break when scoring at Newmarket in June; top jockey back on board; very dangerous Race didn't fall her way when last seen; open to improvement over this trip; good claims.
4	3 4th (3) (11/2 +31%) Mighty Bandit	5.5 11/2(+31%)	(3) Mighty Bandit 11/2, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle over 2m at Chepstow latest; in good form on the Flat when last seen in September; contender at best, but has a bit of a break to overcome Undergone a third round of wind surgery; this mark within range on last summer's evidence.
5th	2 5th (2) (11/2 -38%) Zayina	5.5 11/2(-38%)	(2) Zayina 11/2, Ran to form beaten 3/4l off 83 over 10f at Windsor last time and was in good form throughout 2024; up in trip and off a break, but nice mark and can go well Still to run badly and remains relatively unexposed on her return from eight months off.
6th	8 6th (8) (17/2 -21%) Afloat	8.5 17/2(-21%)	(8) Afloat 17/2, Scored at Yarmouth by 3l off 70 in October and backed that up beaten a length off 75 next time; tongue-tie first time and off a break, but chance at weights Could have done without the dry spell ahead of her first start in five months for new yard.
7th	4 7th (4) (33/1 -136%) Appier	33 33/1(-136%)	(4) Appier 33/1, Below par well beaten in a handicap at Kempton latest; in good form on the AW prior to that and effective on turf; not out of very tight contest if recaptures best Serial slow starter who's tended to improve for a run in previous seasons; others stronger.
8th	9 8th (9) (22/1 -120%) Sugarloaf Lenny	22 22/1(-120%)	(9) Sugarloaf Lenny 22/1, In excellent form and had a bit in hand when landing a handicap by 1/2l off 73 at Southwell last time; Yarmouth winner on turf last term; can go well Three wins last backend but this is tougher than he's used to back from five months off.
9th	1 9th (1) (7/2 +36%) Ciara Pearl	3.5 7/2(+36%)	(1) Ciara Pearl 7/2, Suited by the testing ground when landed handicap by a length off 81 over 10f at Newbury penultimate start and ran well in Listed race after; back from a break and mark may be stiff Will find life tougher off this mark but it wouldn't be a shock to see her progress again.
10th	10 10th (10) (33/1 -65%) Con Te Partiro	33 33/1(-65%)	(10) Con Te Partiro 33/1, Appeared not to stay comfortably held in a handicap over 1m6f at Southwell last time; in solid form prior up to 11f; this first run on turf so bit to prove Climbed the ranks on the AW last year, winning five times in lesser company; turf debut.

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

FIREBLADE failed to score in novice company, although he showed enough to make him of interest now handicapping. Dylan Cunha's new inmate finished third, a place behind a subsequent winner, at Kempton in January and James Doyle's presence is another positive. Expert Witness ran well for fourth at Wolverhampton on her debut for new connections and looks worth another try over this longer distance. Orchard Keeper and Zayina make most appeal of those returning to action.

Lightly raced fillies Zayina and ORCHARD KEEPER are both open to improvement over this trip, the latter getting the nod.

16:40 Aintree (Class 1) 24 - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	7 1st (7) (14/1 +65%) Julius Des Pictons	14 14/1(+65%)	(7) Julius Des Pictons 14/1, Ran to form 8 1/2l third in Listed Novices' Hurdle over 2m1f at Exeter most recent run where held ever chance; that form nothing special but steadily progressive; plenty more needed and big stamina worries up in trip Creditable third in 2m Listed race in February but needs improvement over new trip here.
2	11 2nd (11) (50/1 +50%) Minella Rescue	50 50/1(+50%)	(11) Minella Rescue 50/1, Bit too much to do 2l third in a handicap hurdle over 3m at Haydock most recent run where looked touch unlucky; usually held up; top jockey back on board; track/ground ideal; could go well at generous odds Ran well in 3m handicap last month but form is well short of the standard required.
3	4 3rd (4) (25/1 +0%) Crest Of Fortune	25 25/1(+0%)	(4) Crest Of Fortune 25/1, Something in hand won a novice hurdle at Ayr over 2m4f by 5l last time; holds Jupiter Des Mottes on that; steadily progressive; tongue-tie first time; up in trip; bit to find up in class with stamina to prove 2-5 over hurdles after last month's Ayr novice win; up from 2m4f today; improvement needed.
4	12 4th (12) (7/2 +13%) Mister Meggit	3.5 7/2(+13%)	(12) Mister Meggit 7/2, Something in hand won a novice hurdle here over 2m4f by 5l last time; that form franked; kept fresh since; tongue-tie first time; open to marked improvement if stamina holds up over the longer trip Created very good impression when winning easily on hurdle debut here in November.
5th	15 5th (15) (6/1 +20%) Familiar Dreams	6 6/1(+20%)	(15) Familiar Dreams 6/1, Won Shannon Spray Mares Novice Hurdle (Grade 3) at Limerick over 2m7f by 2 1/4l last time; further step up in trip should suit; more to come judged on flat and bumper form; every chance Smart in bumpers last year and a recent Grade 3 hurdle winner (albeit in a mares' race).
6th	3 6th (3) (3/1 +25%) Califet En Vol	3 3/1(+25%)	(3) Califet En Vol 3/1, Game when won Sidney Banks (Listed) at Huntingdon over 2m4f by 1/2l last time overcoming greenness; previous defeat franked twice at the top level; ought to relish this step up in trip; go close 2m3f Listed winner in February and open to improvement over this new trip; major player.
7th	1 7th (1) (17/2 +39%) Argento Boy	8.5 17/2(+39%)	(1) Argento Boy 17/2, Yard won this last year; down the field in Albert Bartlett over 3m at Cheltenham most recent where did too much too soon; best form has come on easier ground; bit more needed Useful on his going days but already has a very mixed record after only four hurdle starts.
8th	14 8th (14) (25/1 -39%) Western Knight	25 25/1(-39%)	(14) Western Knight 25/1, Unseated in River Don (Grade 2) over 3m at Doncaster latest when beaten; trainer in form; off a short-break; drying ground a plus but bit to find Held in Grade 2 races on last two hurdling starts but drying ground might aid his cause.
2	2 \|PU\| (2) (13/2 -8%) Battle Born Lad	6.5 13/2(-8%)	(2) Battle Born Lad 13/2, Well backed when won Prestige Novices' Hurdle (Grade 2) at Haydock over 3m by 5 1/2l last time where had run of race from front; steadily progressive; may contend but will need to settle better Made all in Haydock Grade 2 when upped to 3m in February; could take some catching.
5	5 \|PU\| (5) (15/2 -7%) Jacob's Ladder	7.5 15/2(-7%)	(5) Jacob's Ladder 15/2, Bit in hand won Grade 3 Novice at Naas over 2m4f by 3 1/4l last time outstaying rivals in bottomless conditions; bumper form suggests quicker ground no issue; longer trip should suit; steadily progressive; contender 2-3 over hurdles after winning heavy-ground Grade 3 in February; upped from 2m4f today.
13	13 \|PU\| (13) (16/1 -33%) Moon Rocket	16 16/1(-33%)	(13) Moon Rocket 16/1, Ran to form second beaten 5 1/2l in Prestige Novices' Hurdle (Grade 2) over 3m at Haydock latest where conceded first run to Battle Born Lad; probably bit to come; not dismissed Second in two 3m Grade 2 hurdles this year; can pose a threat if aided by new cheekpieces.
16	16 \|PU\| (16) (22/1 +45%) Holloway Queen	22 22/1(+45%)	(16) Holloway Queen 22/1, Well backed fourth beaten 8l in Jane Seymour Mares' Novices' Hurdle (Grade 2) over 2m4f at Sandown latest where found little under penalty; flatter track a plus; steadily progressive; may want easier ground but not out of it getting weight Quite impressive winner of soft-ground Listed mares' race in December; below form since.
9	9 \|PU\| (9) (40/1 +0%) King Of Answers	40 40/1(+0%)	(9) King Of Answers 40/1, Yard has won 2 of last 5 runnings of race; raced freely fourth beaten 29l in a novice hurdle over 2m4f at Uttoxeter latest unsuited by heavily watered ground; stamina to prove and doesn't look stable first string Won Newcastle maiden in good style two starts ago but well held since; up in trip today.

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

Dual bumper winner MISTER MEGGIT could hardly have been more impressive when winning over 2m4f here on his hurdling bow. This represents a marked step up in class, but he has the potential to rate much higher over timber with the step up in trip likely to play to his strengths. The latter comment also applies to Listed winner Califet En Vol, who was doing his best work at the finish when scoring at Huntingdon. Battle Born Lad has nothing to prove regarding stamina, having enhanced his reputation with fine victory in a Grade 2 contest at Haydock over 3m. Gordon Elliott plays a strong hand, represented by Naas Grade 3 winner Jacob's Ladder and Familiar Dreams.

The suggestion is MOON ROCKET, who encountered some traffic and did not enjoy the run of the race when second in a Grade 2 last time.

16:45 Southwell (Class 5) 8f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	2 1st (2) (11/4 +17%) Cast Party	2.75 11/4(+17%)	(2) Cast Party 11/4, Couple of good efforts, latest on all-weather when second beaten 1/2l in a novice at Kempton; more to come and should be in the mix Two promising 1m runs as a 2yo; more to come this year and holds leading claims.
2	6 2nd (6) (1/1 +33%) Luminoso	1 1/1(+33%)	(6) Luminoso 1/1, 430,000 euros Kodiac filly; half-sister to Incan Empire, fair at 10f; dam poor at 8f, half-sister to 7f 2yo Group 3 winner Sofast; looks vey expensive 430,000euros yearling; half-sister to 1m4f winner in France; Irish Oaks entry; of interest.
3	3 3rd (3) (28/1 -250%) Champagne On Ice	28 28/1(-250%)	(3) Champagne On Ice 28/1, Made too much use of, but tame effort after very promising debut when beaten 5l in a novice over 7f at Chelmsford last time; tongue-tie first time here suggests breathing issue Debut second (1m) was encouraging but backward step dropped to 7f latest; now tongue tied.
4	7 4th (7) (11/1 +21%) Peaceful Spirit	11 11/1(+21%)	(7) Peaceful Spirit 11/1, Beaten 5l in a maiden over 7f at Haydock on debut; up in trip and off a long break; likely to need the run, but can improve Modest form on last summer's debut (7f) but sent off at just 4-1 there; can do better.
5th	9 5th (9) (11/1 -10%) Shimaleyah	11 11/1(-10%)	(9) Shimaleyah 11/1, Had benefited for debut experience fourth when beaten a length in a novice here latest; should improve again and contend Improved at second attempt when a close 4th over C&D last month (met trouble); e-w shout.
6th	5 6th (5) (10/1 +75%) Jet Black	10 10/1(+75%)	(5) Jet Black 10/1, Quite well beaten both starts latterly 9l 7ht of 10 in a novice at Lingfield; returning from a break; lot to find despite coming from good yard Modest form in two 2yo runs; bred to do better at some point.
7th	1 7th (1) (150/1 -50%) Carlyle Square	150 150/1(-50%)	(1) Carlyle Square 150/1, Two moderate efforts last time beaten 8l in a maiden here; hard to recommend Modest form in two runs this winter; handicaps more suitable after this.
8th	8 8th (8) (17/2 -42%) Previse	8.5 17/2(-42%)	(8) Previse 17/2, Oasis Dream filly; half-sister to Juncture, high-class at 8f; dam unraced sister to a middle-distance winner; probably need the experience Half-sister to Listed winner Juncture (RPR 109); lots to like on paper; betting to guide.

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CAST PARTY improved from first to second start when runner-up at Kempton last October and this appeals as an ideal opportunity to get off the mark. That may be at the main expense of the well-bred Stellenbosch, who is likely to relish going up to 1m and represents a stable in excellent form at present. Champagne On Ice is another to consider, as well as newcomer Luminoso.

The betting can help regarding well-bred newcomers Previse and Luminoso but as things stand CAST PARTY looks the safest option.

16:50 Bath (Class 6) 8f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	2 1st (2) (7/2 +50%) Darvel	3.5 7/2(+50%)	(2) Darvel 7/2, Made too much use of comfortably held in a handicap here last time; generally out of form; top course jockey; best watched back from break Returning from a similar absence when winning a division of this race 12 months ago.
2	6 2nd (6) (4/1 +43%) Soi Dao	4 4/1(+43%)	(6) Soi Dao 4/1, Ran to form beaten 1 1/4l off 60 over 9f at Wolverhampton last time; trainer in form; down in trip; good record here; has fitness edge; every chance Perhaps flattered when a close fourth at Wolverhampton (9.4f) as she had the run of things.
3	1 3rd (1) (6/1 +8%) King Of Speed	6 6/1(+8%)	(1) King Of Speed 6/1, Well backed when scored by a head off 59 over 9f at Wolverhampton three starts back; fifth beaten 2l off 63 last time; down in trip; not out of it Not in bad form and was second to Darvel in a division of this 12 months ago.
4	4 4th (4) (13/2 +19%) My Ambition	6.5 13/2(+19%)	(4) My Ambition 13/2, Raced freely down the field in a handicap at Newbury most recent; goes well here; bit to find back from long lay off C&D winner but has been well beaten in divisions of this race the last two seasons.
5th	3 5th (3) (17/2 +6%) That's For Sure	8.5 17/2(+6%)	(3) That's For Sure 17/2, Weak in the market beaten 3 1/4l off 62 at Southwell last time; cheekpieces first time; unproven on fast ground; risky Respectable in both runs for current yard (at 1m) and didn't get the breaks last time.
6th	10 6th (10) (66/1 -65%) Baynoona	66 66/1(-65%)	(10) Baynoona 66/1, Beaten 3 1/4l off 57 over 6f at Wolverhampton last time; up in trip; returning from a break; out of form; bit to find Ran a bit better back at 6f last time having been running over middle distances.
7th	5 7th (5) (20/1 -25%) Outrace	20 20/1(-25%)	(5) Outrace 20/1, Slowly away down the field in a handicap at Chelmsford most recent; generally out of form; blinkers first time; revival needed Tries first-time blinkers and has responded well to new headgear in the past.
8th	11 8th (11) (6/1 +33%) Villalobos	6 6/1(+33%)	(11) Villalobos 6/1, Benefited from positive ride scored by 1 1/2l off 51 at Kempton three starts back; fourth beaten 1 1/4l off 54 last time; down in trip; each way claims Six wins during his career but he's become a hard horse to predict.
9th	9 9th (9) (40/1 -400%) Expecto	40 40/1(-400%)	(9) Expecto 40/1, Suited by fast ground beaten 2l off 60 at Limerick last time; returning from long layoff; contender Capable performer in Ireland but perhaps best watched on first run since last June.
10th	13 10th (13) (50/1 +0%) Admiral Fitz	50 50/1(+0%)	(13) Admiral Fitz 50/1, Slowly away down the field in a novice at Southwell most recent; not proven trip; significant jockey booking; needs to improve on handicap debut Makes handicap debut on the Flat but shown poor form, as was also the case over hurdles.
11th	8 11th (8) (6/1 +33%) Monks Mead	6 6/1(+33%)	(8) Monks Mead 6/1, Appeared not to stay down the field in a handicap over 9f at Wolverhampton most recent; generally out of form; down in trip; long losing run a concern Out of form last October but was thereabouts on three occasions here last year.
12th	12 12th (12) (33/1 -65%) Too Much Trevor	33 33/1(-65%)	(12) Too Much Trevor 33/1, Beaten 4l off 55 at Yarmouth last time; form going the wrong way; hard to fancy Final run at Yarmouth wasn't too bad (1m, soft) but he's 0-12 and lacks a recent run.

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OUTRACE won off 69 over C&D a couple of years ago and could be a bit of value in this competitive handicap now he's switched to turf in first-time blinkers. 7lb claimer Tyrese Cameron knows him well and he's preferred to My Ambition, a three-time track-and-trip scorer who has won when fresh in the past. Expecto is also interesting having her first run since leaving Jim Bolger's yard.

A chance is taken on JOHNJAY who won over C&D on last season's reappearance and his yard is having winners.

16:55 Wexford 24 - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	12 1st (12) (10/1 +38%) Rue Taylor	10 10/1(+38%)	(12) Rue Taylor 10/1, Ground probably too testing fourth beaten 24l in a handicap hurdle over 2m7f at Punchestown latest; bumper winner; not proven trip; not out of it Ground may not have suited on latest; worth another chance at this trip on better ground.
2	2 2nd (2) (10/1 -54%) Machismo	10 10/1(-54%)	(2) Machismo 10/1, Ran to form beaten 8l in a handicap hurdle at Cork last time though was outstayed late that day; in good form prior; consistent; threat if stamina holds up Ground okay but stamina concerns after recent Cork run at this trip.
3	5 3rd (5) (17/2 -21%) The Story So Far	8.5 17/2(-21%)	(5) The Story So Far 17/2, Ideally suited by trip well beaten in a handicap hurdle over 2m7f at Naas latest where given too much to do; better ground a plus; consistent; each way claims Suited by a stamina test and could feature if handling this quicker ground.
4	6 4th (6) (7/2 +68%) Birmingham Alabama	3.5 7/2(+68%)	(6) Birmingham Alabama 7/2, Ideally suited by trip when won a handicap hurdle at Leopardstown over 3m by a head last time overcoming trouble; stiffer track a plus; good ground suits; big player Progressive mare got this trip last time; handles ground too so should go well.
5th	7 5th (7) (11/1 -38%) Flemensface	11 11/1(-38%)	(7) Flemensface 11/1, Ran to form 6 1/4l third in a maiden hurdle over 2m6f at Navan most recent run where looked strong stayer; steadily progressive; up in trip; probably bit to come Lightly raced 8yo a potential improver but quicker ground may not be ideal.
6th	1 6th (1) (5/1 +17%) Ira Hayes	5 5/1(+17%)	(1) Ira Hayes 5/1, Ground probably too testing 21l third in a novice hurdle over 2m4f at Wetherby most recent run; longer trip should help 3m point winner; took a bumper here in autumn; leading contender back on sound surface Bumper winner here in October, looks to have a bit to find on hurdles form so far.
7th	13 7th (13) (12/1 +25%) Therellbguddaysyet	12 12/1(+25%)	(13) Therellbguddaysyet 12/1, Ideally suited by trip 7l third in a handicap hurdle over 2m6f at Thurles most recent run where enjoyed the quicker ground; up in trip; place claims Recent Thurles third encouraging and possibly more to come back at 3m.
8th	11 8th (11) (11/1 -57%) King Roly	11 11/1(-57%)	(11) King Roly 11/1, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle over 2m4f at Ayr latest; yet to build on winning debut; step up in trip a plus; could figure Ground against him last time, ground to suit now; more expected from British challenger.
9th	8 9th (8) (25/1 -56%) Camino Rock	25 25/1(-56%)	(8) Camino Rock 25/1, Ran to form 6 1/4l third in a handicap hurdle over 2m4f at Gowran Park most recent run; step up in trip could suit; consistent; place claims Good run latest over inadequate trip; contender back at 3m and ground to suit.
10	10 \|F\| (10) (6/1 +25%) Onlymammycanloveme	6 6/1(+25%)	(10) Onlymammycanloveme 6/1, Ran to form fourth beaten 6l in a handicap hurdle over 2m here latest; worth marking that up; steadily progressive; up in trip; probably bit to come but stamina concerns Drop to 2m may not have suited here last month (quicker ground) and big step up in trip.
4	4 \|U\| (4) (7/1 +13%) Artic Lane	7 7/1(+13%)	(4) Artic Lane 7/1, Ran to form comfortably held in Moscow Flyer Novice Hurdle (Grade 2) over 2m1f at Punchestown last time; not proven trip; needs more Out of depth tough last time; blinkers discarded and tries a new trip; ground okay.

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FLEMENSFACE has run well on his last couple of outings in maiden hurdles and it was a nice effort to finish third to Sermandzarak at Navan last month. Stepping up to three miles should suit Eoin Griffin's eight-year-old. Birmingham Alabama stays well and got up late on to gain a narrow success at Leopardstown early last month. She's a leading contender, while Onlymammycanloveme takes a big jump up in trip after finishing fourth here on his handicap debut and is another for the shortlist.

Back on his favoured sound surface it could pay to follow a rare British challenger at the track, KING ROLY in a wide open contest

17:02 Leicester (Class 5) 5f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	2 1st (2) (10/1 -82%) Jungle Run	10 10/1(-82%)	(2) Jungle Run 10/1, Back to form beaten 2 1/4l off 72 at Southwell last time; two wins on turf last summer when progressed back to best; contender Landed a hat-trick last September, latterly off 5lb lower; needs a clear career-best.
2	6 2nd (6) (5/1 +58%) Glendown	5 5/1(+58%)	(6) Glendown 5/1, Scored by 1/2l off 60 at Southwell in November, but well below that form twice since; effective on turf, but needs to recapture sparkle after a short break His 5 wins have come after a recent outing in the second half of the year; bit to overcome.
3	1 3rd (1) (5/2 -67%) Above	2.5 5/2(-67%)	(1) Above 5/2, Landed handicap by a neck off 73 at Newcastle last time and in good heart prior to that; ran well on turf last summer and should take the beating despite 2lb rise Proven on undulating courses and straightforward; looks set to go well once more upped 2lb.
4	5 4th (5) (11/1 -83%) Yazaman	11 11/1(-83%)	(5) Yazaman 11/1, Four-timer on turf last summer and ran to that form final start of the season when last seen beaten 1/2l off a 67; on a competitive mark for reappearance Stable yet to get rolling for the year and he may just need this back from six months off.
5th	3 5th (3) (4/1 +20%) Ganesha	4 4/1(+20%)	(3) Ganesha 4/1, Well backed when scored by 3/4l off 67 at Newcastle penultimate start; bit below that up 3lb last time; seems to have benefited form wind operation, effective on turf and can run well Behind Above latest and has work to do to reverse placings on just 2lb better terms.
6th	4 6th (4) (9/4 +55%) Whats In The Bag	2.25 9/4(+55%)	(4) Whats In The Bag 9/4, Raced freely beaten 9l in a handicap over 6f at Newcastle last time; has been a bit out of sorts of late and tongue-tie first time here as well as down in trip; bit to prove This mark is within range if on a going day in the tongue-tie but there are risks involved.

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ABOVE has won a couple of races over the minimum trip at Newcastle this year. Robert Cowell's charge has been raised 2lb for his latest success, but has won off a higher figure on the turf in the past and another bold bid looks on the cards. Jungle Run has a bit more to prove off his current mark, although he will be sharper for last month's spin on the all-weather, while Yazaman can make his presence felt on his return to the fray.

All roads lead to ABOVE, who had Ganesha behind when winning at Newcastle two weeks ago. Whats In The Bag is second choice.

17:07 Dundalk 6f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	1 1st (1) (7/2 +22%) Collective Power	3.5 7/2(+22%)	(1) Collective Power 7/2, Slowly away beaten a nose off 80 here last time beaten by well treated rival; consistent but frustrating; in the mix Ran a cracker over C&D on return from a break; go close again with repeat of that up 2lb.
2	4 2nd (4) (9/2 -64%) Clonmacash	4.5 9/2(-64%)	(4) Clonmacash 9/2, Bit in hand scored by 2 1/2l off 64 over 7f here in February; third beaten 2l off 76 last time where too keen; goes well here; down in trip; threat if getting decent test Has improved recently at this track, mainly over 7f; shouldn't be far away again.
3	3 3rd (3) (16/1 -14%) Inishmot Prince	16 16/1(-14%)	(3) Inishmot Prince 16/1, Probably needed race beaten 5 1/4l in a handicap here last time; usually consistent; down in weights but needs dropping in grade Disappointing over C&D last time and has over 5l to find with Collective Power on that run.
4	2 4th (2) (3/1 +14%) Fair Taxes	3 3/1(+14%)	(2) Fair Taxes 3/1, Ran to form beaten 3/4l off 79 over 5f at Navan last time; up in trip; consistent; remains unexposed on AW; chance if fit and ready to go Some decent runs in defeat last autumn incl' on AW; can go well if ready enough for return.
5th	7 5th (7) (28/1 -12%) Yaxchilan	28 28/1(-12%)	(7) Yaxchilan 28/1, Not clear run well beaten in a maiden over 7f here latest; generally out of form; down in trip; not proven on AW; returning from a break; needs more Some decent runs last year but became regressive; has to get back to best for a new yard.
6th	8 6th (8) (9/1 -100%) Circles	9 9/1(-100%)	(8) Circles 9/1, Bit in hand landed handicap by 1 1/2l off 55 over 7f here last time; goes well here; not proven trip; remains well treated on best form; big chance if getting decent test Scored at this venue a week ago over 7f; up 6lb and this trip is a question.
7th	5 7th (5) (9/4 +59%) Velvet Skies	2.25 9/4(+59%)	(5) Velvet Skies 9/4, Well backed when scored by a short-head off 63 here penultimate start; fourth beaten 7 1/4l off 68 last time; consistent; return to AW a plus; go close Won over C&D last month and not a bad effort on testing ground at Naas since; considered.
8th	6 8th (6) (50/1 +0%) Dandys Derriere	50 50/1(+0%)	(6) Dandys Derriere 50/1, Made too much use of down the field in a claimer here most recent where needed run; generally out of form; significant jockey booking; bit to find Well beaten both Irish starts at this track and not easy to fancy; new yard.

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COLLECTIVE POWER just failed by a nose in a much higher grade over C&D last month and that form gives him bright prospects. Jockey Sorcha Woods knows him well and lessens his burden by 7lb. He won this race two years ago. Inishmot Prince is always worth a second look here. He competes off 77 (with his jockey's claim factored in) and that was the last all-weather mark he won off. Fair Taxes hasn't been beaten far in his last three starts, including in a good race at Wolverhampton, and is one to note on seasonal reappearance. Circles was a ready winner over 7f in the basement grade at this track last week. This is much tougher, but she does have a light weight on her back.

Having been just denied over C&D on return last month, COLLECTIVE POWER (nap) can go one better with that run under his girth.

17:15 Aintree (Class 2) 16f - 17 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	13 1st (13) (20/1 0%) She's A Saint	20 20/1(0%)	(13) She's A Saint 20/1, Raced freely beaten a length off 122 over 2m1f at Cartmel last time; returning from long layoff; has run well fresh before; interesting at a price Classy mare, still lightly raced; able when fresh and could have been saved for this.
2	8 2nd (8) (12/1 +64%) Slugger	12 12/1(+64%)	(8) Slugger 12/1, Ran to form fourth beaten 8l in Morebattle at Kelso latest where went too fast; worth marking that up; steadily progressive; drying ground a positive; each way player in open race 3-4 for this yard but limitations were seemingly exposed in the Morebattle at Kelso.
3	4 3rd (4) (9/4 +68%) Celtic Dino	2.25 9/4(+68%)	(4) Celtic Dino 9/4, Raced freely 13l third in Dovecote (Grade 2) at Kempton most recent run; enjoys making it; return to better ground a plus; more to come now handicapping but needs it to defy this mark He's a good jumper who could have a big role to play off this mark in his first handicap.
4	16 4th (16) (11/1 +0%) Jack Hyde	11 11/1(+0%)	(16) Jack Hyde 11/1, Well backed when won a novice hurdle at Southwell over 2m4f by 12l last time; steadily progressive; potentially thrown in for handicap debut; could complete hat trick Another improving novice, who hasn't been overly stretched to win minor races at Southwell.
5th	3 5th (3) (15/2 +46%) Alnilam	7.5 15/2(+46%)	(3) Alnilam 15/2, Travelled well beaten 1 1/4l off 133 in Morebattle at Kelso last time kicking on too soon off strong pace and outstayed by course specialist; drying ground a plus; big chance for yard with good record at this meeting 2nd in the Morebattle and 2lb lower here if taking into account Beau Morgan's allowance.
6th	22 6th (22) (50/1 +50%) Tapley	50 50/1(+50%)	(22) Tapley 50/1, Below par down the field in a handicap hurdle at Sandown most recent; enjoys making it; out of form this term and vulnerable in this grade 66-1 when well held in the Imperial Cup last time and he is again up against it.
7th	14 7th (14) (28/1 -56%) Luttrell Lad	28 28/1(-56%)	(14) Luttrell Lad 28/1, Well backed when landed handicap by 1 1/4l off 121 at Taunton last time; drying ground a plus; fair bit more required to follow up in better race Ran well in this last year and he's back after a return to winning ways at Taunton.
8th	7 8th (7) (20/1 -25%) Grimaud	20 20/1(-25%)	(7) Grimaud 20/1, Well backed when won a maiden hurdle at Gowran Park by 4l last time; previous maiden form had knocks; more to come now handicapping but UK handicapper has taken no chances Recent maiden winner and he's an unexposed handicap debutant for a top yard.
9th	10 9th (10) (16/1 -33%) Manuelito	16 16/1(-33%)	(10) Manuelito 16/1, Well backed when landed handicap by 2l off 122 at Newbury last time given fine ride from the front; good ground suits; probably bit to come; not ruled out in open race Noticeably strong in the market when making all for a 2l success at Newbury; up 4lb.
9	9 \|B\| (9) (9/1 +36%) Moon Chime	9 9/1(+36%)	(9) Moon Chime 9/1, Well backed when landed handicap by 9l off 116 at Stratford last time; this much tougher but previous form franked emphatically; trainer in form; progressing since wind op; not ruled out Up 11lb for his Stratford win but that was only his second run back from wind surgery.
20	20 \|F\| (20) (18/1 +18%) Country Park	18 18/1(+18%)	(20) Country Park 18/1, Looked unenthusiastic fourth beaten 6l in a handicap hurdle over 2m3f at Ascot latest; worth marking that up as made big mid race move; down in trip; place claims Made a respectable handicap debut at Ascot and dropping back to 2m could benefit him.
10th	6 10th (6) (22/1 +0%) Washington	22 22/1(+0%)	(6) Washington 22/1, Raced freely and did too much too soon down the field in William Hill Handicap Hurdle at Newbury most recent; in good form prior landing Listed race in Ireland; bit to find off current rating 2-3 for Harry Derham and reasonable to put a line though his latest Newbury effort.
11th	5 11th (5) (40/1 +39%) Kings Hill	40 40/1(+39%)	(5) Kings Hill 40/1, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle over 2m4f at Fairyhouse latest; down in trip; highly tried since maiden win; mark still looks too high Will need to run a lot better than in his last three handicaps; opposable.
12th	12 12th (12) (11/2 +21%) Afadil	5.5 11/2(+21%)	(12) Afadil 11/2, Well backed beaten 1/2l off 122 at Sandown last time in Imperial Cup where looked winner; consistent in high end handicaps; each way shout but battling qualities a concern Third in this last year when 6lb higher; very nearly won the Imperial Cup last time.
13th	18 13th (18) (9/1 -13%) Hamsiyann	9 9/1(-13%)	(18) Hamsiyann 9/1, Well backed down the field in a handicap hurdle over 3m at Musselburgh most recent where too bad to be true; in good form prior; down in trip; thrown in on flat form; probably bit to come May yet have more to offer as a hurdler but this drop back to a sharp 2m is worrying.
15	15 \|DQ\| (15) (20/1 +60%) Old Gregorian	20 20/1(+60%)	(15) Old Gregorian 20/1, Bit too much to do beaten 2 1/2l off 121 at Kelso last time; generally consistent; sound surface suits; each way claims but bit to find with Alnilam on recent meeting Solid third in the Morebattle but again he may have no more than place aspirations.
2	2 \|PU\| (2) (25/1 -79%) Fiercely Proud	25 25/1(-79%)	(2) Fiercely Proud 25/1, Pulled up in William Hill Handicap Hurdle at Newbury latest where never travelled after bad error; cheekpieces first time; prefers a sharp track; off a short-break Career-best form in his Ascot win and there were valid excuses last time at Newbury.

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A tentative vote goes to the progressive DIAMONDS FOR LUCK, who has won his last three in comfortable fashion and a mark of 122 on his handicap debut could prove lenient. As long as the six-year-old handles the ground, he is likely to travel strongly through this contest with Imperial Cup third Afadil looking best placed to chase him home off 6lb lower than when third in this last year. A taking winner at Newbury last time out, Manuelito is expected to be thereabouts, while Celtic Dino is another to consider.

Dylan Johnston rides CELTIC DINO instead of the same connections' classy operator Lump Sum and his mount is of strong interest.

17:20 Southwell (Class 5) 7f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 1st (1) (8/11 +42%) Niminy Piminy	0.727273 8/11(+42%)	(1) Niminy Piminy 8/11, Missed the break, but promising debut when a length winner in a novice over 8f at Lingfield in December; returning from a break and back in trip, but clear threat Created a favourable impression when making a winning debut at Lingfield in December.
2	4 2nd (4) (9/1 -38%) It'sneverjustone	9 9/1(-38%)	(4) It'sneverjustone 9/1, Ran to form 2 1/4l third in a novice at Chelmsford most recent run; steadily progressive; first time on Tapeta; bit to find, but should be thereabouts Showed ability in his last three starts last year; off six months having been gelded.
3	2 3rd (2) (18/1 -260%) Captain Parma	18 18/1(-260%)	(2) Captain Parma 18/1, Well backed when 4l fourth in a maiden over 8f here first-time out; trainer in form; back in trip, but should improve and could figure Disappointing 1-2 favourite when fourth of seven on debut here (1m); watch market.
4	6 4th (6) (10/1 +9%) Sunshine Mag	10 10/1(+9%)	(6) Sunshine Mag 10/1, 30,000gns breeze-up purchase by Profitable; half-brother to The Thin Blue Line, very useful at 5f; worth watching the market Stable can get them ready first time and market confidence would be interesting.
5th	7 5th (7) (10/3 0%) Zou's Your Daddy	3.333333 10/3(0%)	(7) Zou's Your Daddy 10/3, Appeared not to stay 2l third in a maiden over 8f at Yarmouth most recent run; tongue-tie first time; down in trip; can get back to best and go well Placed in two of three starts last year; watch market on stable debut after 197 days off.
6th	8 6th (8) (22/1 -10%) Eagle Strike	22 22/1(-10%)	(8) Eagle Strike 22/1, Well beaten in a novice over 8f at Redcar only start; has ahd a wind operation since; back in trip; watching brief advised Beaten a long way on his Redcar debut in October; has undergone wind surgery.
7th	3 7th (3) (80/1 -264%) Havachoc	80 80/1(-264%)	(3) Havachoc 80/1, £25,000 Havana Gold colt; half-brother to White Coco, fair at 8f as 2yo; dam smart at 12f; may need time and further Some appeal on breeding but stable doesn't have many go in first time..
8th	5 8th (5) (125/1 -213%) Some Boy Me	125 125/1(-213%)	(5) Some Boy Me 125/1, Well beaten in a novice at Thirsk only start; open to improvement, but plenty more needed Well beaten on his Thirsk debut last September; major improvement needed.
9th	9 9th (9) (100/1 -257%) Rosemary May	100 100/1(-257%)	(9) Rosemary May 100/1, Awtaad filly; half-sister to Eastern Legend, smart at 13f; dam smart at 7f; one of two from yard; likely to need the run Would be a rare winning newcomer from the yard.

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A comfortable winner over further on debut at Lingfield in December, NIMINY PIMINY showed enough pace on that occasion to suggest that she can handle a drop in trip and Ollie Sangster's filly is taken to follow up under a penalty. Now in the hands of new connections after a promising third at Yarmouth last September, Zou's Your Daddy must enter calculations, along with Captain Parma.

This can go to NIMINY PIMINY who left a favourable impression when making a successful debut at Lingfield in December.

17:25 Bath (Class 6) 11f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	7 1st (7) (7/2 +46%) Jimmy Mark	3.5 7/2(+46%)	(7) Jimmy Mark 7/2, Ran to form beaten 3l off 53 over 11f at Southwell last time; goes well here; just 1lb above last winning mark; outside chance Off since respectable AW run in October; does not have much margin for error off this mark.
2	2 2nd (2) (4/1 +27%) Waterloo Sunset	4 4/1(+27%)	(2) Waterloo Sunset 4/1, Probably needed race beaten 4l in a handicap over 10f at Lingfield last time; step up in trip should suit; unproven on fast ground; bit more needed Returned from long absence with very respectable AW run in February; interesting.
3	8 3rd (8) (18/1 +0%) Ladypacksapunch	18 18/1(+0%)	(8) Ladypacksapunch 18/1, Slowly away beaten 7l in a handicap at Wolverhampton last time; usually held up; returning from a break; fast ground winner here last summer; chance C&D winner off basement mark last summer; absent since down-the-field AW run in December.
4	1 4th (1) (17/2 -13%) Palazzo Persico	8.5 17/2(-13%)	(1) Palazzo Persico 17/2, Below par beaten 5l in a handicap at Wolverhampton last time; in the mix though all wins have come over shorter Won on AW in December and is back on a workable mark but can't be relied upon heavily.
5th	3 5th (3) (5/1 +29%) Meet Me In Meraki	5 5/1(+29%)	(3) Meet Me In Meraki 5/1, Scored by 2l off 60 over 9f at Wolverhampton three starts back; eighth beaten 28l off 64 last time where went far too fast; up in trip; stamina to prove Not himself last time but has possibilities if back on song for this turf return.
6th	4 6th (4) (10/1 -82%) Starfighter	10 10/1(-82%)	(4) Starfighter 10/1, Scored by 1 1/2l off 54 at Wolverhampton three starts back; fifth beaten 4l off 58 last time; consistent; thereabouts if proving as effective back on turf Dual AW winner in January but much less prolific on turf and on fairly tough mark.
7th	5 7th (5) (9/2 -29%) Mrembo	4.5 9/2(-29%)	(5) Mrembo 9/2, Slowly away 8l third in a handicap over 10f at Brighton most recent run where rushed up and made too much use of; goes well here; up in trip; contender if fit after break Consistent last season; has fitness to prove today but resumes on a good mark.
8th	6 8th (6) (15/2 -125%) Baikal	7.5 15/2(-125%)	(6) Baikal 15/2, Scored by a neck off 52 over 10f at Lingfield penultimate start; second beaten a length off 54 last time where met trouble; not proven trip; has fitness edge; claims obvious Returned to the Flat with two good AW runs at start of year; enters calculations.
9th	9 9th (9) (66/1 -32%) Aquifolia	66 66/1(-32%)	(9) Aquifolia 66/1, Raced freely beaten 9l in a handicap over 10f here last time; generally out of form; may not relish fast ground; not proven trip; best watched back from lay off Unplaced all seven starts, the last three times off today's basement mark in the autumn.

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BAIKAL comes here fit from competing on the all-weather and they were good runs too, including a determined success over 1m2f at Lingfield. He's shaped on those starts at the Surrey venue as though going up to 1m4f would suit and is very much worth sticking with in his current form. Mrembo is 2-4 at the track and must enter calculations, while a big run from the race-fit Starfighter would come as no surprise.

This can go to WATERLOO SUNSET, who was returning from a long absence when a keeping-on fifth in a Class 4 AW race in February.

17:30 Wexford 16f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	2 1st (2) (4/1 -129%) Aspire Tower	4 4/1(-129%)	(2) Aspire Tower 4/1, Ran to form 9l third in the QuinnBet Hurdle over 2m2f at Leopardstown most recent run; multiple Graded winning hurdler; trainer in form; enjoys making it; unexposed in this sphere; threat Smart hurdler in his prime; first run over fences in over a year since a fall.
2	8 2nd (8) (6/4 +50%) Westport Cove	1.5 6/4(+50%)	(8) Westport Cove 6/4, Ran to form second beaten 2 1/2l in a beginners chase chase at Thurles latest; off a short-break; good ground suits; progressive; may contend Had What's Up Darling 1.5l behind when second at Thurles on good ground; big player.
3	9 3rd (9) (5/1 +29%) What's Up Darling	5 5/1(+29%)	(9) What's Up Darling 5/1, Brought down when going well at Cheltenham prior; has experience edge; down in trip; needs stiff test but thereabouts if getting it Just behind Westport Cove at Thurles; should be thereabouts but others more progressive.
4	4 4th (4) (20/1 +0%) Harsh	20 20/1(+0%)	(4) Harsh 20/1, Below par down the field in a handicap hurdle over 2m4f at Cheltenham most recent; generally out of form; good ground suits; must bounce back on chase debut Down the field in Martin Pipe, will need to improve for switch to fences to play a role.
5th	1 5th (1) (13/2 +35%) Aeros Luck	6.5 13/2(+35%)	(1) Aeros Luck 13/2, Fell in a beginners chase chase over 2m1f at Leopardstown latest when set for a place; consistent hurdler prior; could figure Still every chance when last-fence faller at Leopardstown; big player.
6th	5 6th (5) (11/1 -83%) Lisnagar Fortune	11 11/1(-83%)	(5) Lisnagar Fortune 11/1, Looked to want further second beaten 5 1/2l in a beginners chase chase over 2m1f at Leopardstown latest; steadily progressive; squeak Anything but natural jumper so far chasing; yard have stronger contender in Westport Cove.
7th	3 7th (3) (33/1 +0%) Clarens	33 33/1(+0%)	(3) Clarens 33/1, Below par beaten 6l in a handicap hurdle here last time; 2m on good ground suits; plenty more needed switched to fences 118-rated hurdler; belated chasing debut and looks to have a lot on his plate.
7	7 \|PU\| (7) (33/1 -65%) Run For Harry	33 33/1(-65%)	(7) Run For Harry 33/1, Not clear run well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Thurles latest; in good form prior; 2m on good ground suits; returning from a break; needs to improve switched to fences 123-rated hurdler; didn't jump well on only previous try chasing back in December 2023.

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A strong race for the track and ASPIRE TOWER can score on his return to chasing. The Born To Sea gelding ran well to be placed twice over fences last season, but has been kept to hurdles this term after ending his last campaign with a fall over the larger obstacles. He ran a solid race when third to the classy Thedevilscoachman over timber last month so comes here in decent form. What's Up Darling, brought down in Cheltenham last time, had some good placed form previously and looks a danger. Westport Cove is another obvious contender after a good runner-up effort at Thurles.

WESTPORT COVE had What's Up Darling behind when second at Thurles on good ground and can go one better here

17:42 Dundalk 6f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	2 1st (2) (10/3 -11%) Brigid's Cloak	3.333333 10/3(-11%)	(2) Brigid's Cloak 10/3, Ran to form beaten 1 1/4l off 65 over 7f here last time; cheekpieces first time; down in trip; consistent but frustrating maiden; could get off the mark Drops in trip but also dropping in class today; can go close with cheekpieces added.
2	7 2nd (7) (2/1 +43%) Eric Lock	2 2/1(+43%)	(7) Eric Lock 2/1, Ran to form beaten 3/4l off 53 over 5f at Naas last time; worth marking that up significantly; up in trip; could shed maiden tag Best effort came on testing ground last time; not guaranteed to repeat that form on AW.
3	5 3rd (5) (9/2 -29%) Movin And Groovin	4.5 9/2(-29%)	(5) Movin And Groovin 9/2, Benefited from positive ride scored by 1/2l off 50 here three starts back; sixth beaten 7l off 56 last time where outstayed over 7f; down in trip; off a short-break; Below-par effort over 7f when last seen but has been freshened up since and can go well.
4	6 4th (6) (16/1 -33%) Zaraahmando	16 16/1(-33%)	(6) Zaraahmando 16/1, Not clear run down the field in a nursery over 7f here most recent; in good form prior; not proven on AW; back in trip; bit to find Runner-up in a Down Royal nursery last year but was well below that form here next time.
5th	4 5th (4) (12/1 -20%) Charanda	12 12/1(-20%)	(4) Charanda 12/1, Below par well beaten in a handicap over 5f at Naas latest; generally out of form; trainer in form; up in trip; better on AW; had plenty of chances; risky Basically regressive filly; down 4lb from last AW run but needs more.
6th	1 6th (1) (16/1 -14%) Amavasya	16 16/1(-14%)	(1) Amavasya 16/1, Beaten 9l in a maiden at Curragh last time where needed run; usually consistent; first race on AW; consistent in maidens; significant jockey booking; in the mix on handicap debut Doesn't look well handicapped on turf form but might find improvement switched to AW.
7th	3 7th (3) (10/3 +67%) Belle Yeux	3.333333 10/3(+67%)	(3) Belle Yeux 10/3, Going probably on fast side down the field in a maiden over 7f at Tipperary most recent; usually consistent; hood first time; bit to find back from absence off stiff opening mark Handicap/AW debut after an absence; yard is going well and needs a market check; hood on.
8th	8 8th (8) (22/1 -57%) James The Second	22 22/1(-57%)	(8) James The Second 22/1, Probably needed race down the field in a handicap over 5f at Naas most recent where unsuited by heavy ground; first race on AW; up in trip; good mark on 2yo form; contender Beaten a long way on return at Naas but was 3/1 fav' then; has to rebound on AW debut.

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BRIGID'S CLOAK wouldn't be winning out of turn. Johnny Murtagh's filly has been placed in her last couple of handicaps over 7f at this venue. First-time cheekpieces are applied and Rory Mulligan's 7lb claim certainly has her on a competitive mark. Top-weight Amavasya is interesting on handicap and Polytrack debut. Her never-nearer seventh in a Curragh maiden last September, form which is working out well, gives her a chance. Eric Lock gave Emily Grifferty a good spin in Naas when they were always prominent before being collared in the closing stages to finish second. They ought to be contending for prize money. Movin And Groovin, who has a C&D success in her locker, is another to consider.

Running consistently in defeat over 7f at this track over the winter, BRIGID'S CLOAK can cope with the drop in trip to get off the mark

17:50 Southwell (Class 4) 7f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	5 1st (5) (7/2 -56%) Ash Wednesday	3.5 7/2(-56%)	(5) Ash Wednesday 7/2, Progressive this term and landed a handicap by a neck off 70 at Wolverhampton last time; CD winner; up in class but the pick on balance of form seeking hat-trick Record on Tapeta this year reads 111511 including a win over C&D; hard to dismiss.
2	2 2nd (2) (9/2 -13%) How Impressive	4.5 9/2(-13%)	(2) How Impressive 9/2, Beaten a neck off 74 here last time rediscovering some sparkle; significant jockey booking; looks back on track and can make presence felt Dual C&D winner and beaten a neck here last time; back up 3lb but still well treated.
3	1 3rd (1) (10/3 +44%) Jimmy Speaking	3.333333 10/3(+44%)	(1) Jimmy Speaking 10/3, Ran to form beaten a length off 80 over 6f here last time staying on well; up in trip; won on season debut last term and if stamina holds has decent chance again Won twice over 6f this time last year; proven fresh, but still to prove he wants this far.
4	6 4th (6) (3/1 +54%) Secret Strength	3 3/1(+54%)	(6) Secret Strength 3/1, Beaten 1 1/4l off 71 here last time showing handles Tapeta fine; has won off higher marks and can build on latest couple of efforts Second of seven over C&D five weeks ago; up another 2lb but still shouldn't be far away.
5th	4 5th (4) (18/1 +10%) Ten Commitments	18 18/1(+10%)	(4) Ten Commitments 18/1, Not clear run beaten 7 1/4l in a handicap here last time but was well beaten at the time; should come on for that but will need fair bit more Looked unfortunate not to finish closer on stable debut/reappearance; each-way claims.
6th	8 6th (8) (18/1 -29%) Bobby Joe Leg	18 18/1(-29%)	(8) Bobby Joe Leg 18/1, Well treated at weights when scored by 2l off 67 at Newcastle penultimate start; poor latest but return to more galloping track should suit Three wins over C&D, but finished well behind Ash Wednesday at Wolverhampton 11 days ago.
7th	9 7th (9) (12/1 -9%) Wilde And Dandy	12 12/1(-9%)	(9) Wilde And Dandy 12/1, Slowly away beaten 10l in a handicap over 8f here last time; down in trip; inconsistent of late but conditions suit and in the mix on pick of form C&D winner in December, but failed to beat a rival here last time; has a bit to prove.
8th	7 8th (7) (8/1 -60%) Tasever	8 8/1(-60%)	(7) Tasever 8/1, Raced freely when scored by a neck off 66 at Newcastle in January; second beaten a head off 70 last time; back down in trip; up 2lb for couple of defeats but a threat Newcastle regular (four wins), but not sure how he will cope on his first visit here.

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Back to form with a strong runner-up effort over C&D last time out, HOW IMPRESSIVE must hold every chance off 3lb higher with Hollie Doyle taking over in the saddle. The six-year-old has won here off a higher mark before and is preferred to the hat-trick seeking Ash Wednesday, as well as Tasever, who has finished second on four of his last five outings.

Preference is for dual C&D winner HOW IMPRESSIVE who signalled he may be ready to strike when beaten a neck back here three weeks ago.

18:00 Wexford 19f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	4 1st (4) (9/1 -157%) Lightkeeper	9 9/1(-157%)	(4) Lightkeeper 9/1, Ideally suited by trip when won a novice chase at Down Royal over 2m4f by 7 1/2l last time; steadily progressive; sound surface key; could follow up Easy novice win at Down Royal, course form over hurdles, interesting on h'cap chase bow.
2	11 2nd (11) (2/1 +83%) Kiltealy Park	2 2/1(+83%)	(11) Kiltealy Park 2/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase over 2m4f at Naas latest; goes well here; not proven trip; off a short-break; decent ground suits; in the mix if stamina holds up Locally trained, 2-2 here over hurdles, may have been aimed at this, interesting.
3	6 3rd (6) (18/1 -227%) Nas Na Riogh	18 18/1(-227%)	(6) Nas Na Riogh 18/1, Seemed to be on stiff mark down the field in QuinnBet Handicap Chase (Listed) over 2m5f at Leopardstown most recent; inconsistent in this sphere; decent ground suits; place claims No impact in first four chases, tough task on latest, this easier but may need it softer.
4	5 4th (5) (4/1 +50%) Letos	4 4/1(+50%)	(5) Letos 4/1, Beaten 2 1/2l over 2m6f at Auteuil last time; placed in French hurdle over summer; may find ground on the quick side back from break on stable debut French recruit, second in a h'cap chase at Auteuil in October, all form on heavy, watch.
5th	9 5th (9) (8/1 +20%) Theonewedreamof	8 8/1(+20%)	(9) Theonewedreamof 8/1, Well backed when scored by 1 1/2l off 107 over 2m6f at Punchestown penultimate start; fourth beaten 18l off 112 last time; steadily progressive; threat Won off 5lb lower at Punchestown, handles most ground, not disgraced latest, chance.
6th	8 6th (8) (10/1 +17%) Splashing Out	10 10/1(+17%)	(8) Splashing Out 10/1, Appeared not to stay comfortably held in a handicap chase over 2m6f at Punchestown last time; drop in trip a plus; has experience edge; on the premises if ground not too fast Best form over hurdles and fences in testing conditions, needs softer ground than this.
7th	3 7th (3) (14/1 +13%) Dutch Schultz	14 14/1(+13%)	(3) Dutch Schultz 14/1, Below par comfortably held in a handicap chase over 2m at Gowran Park last time; step up in trip a plus; significant jockey booking; contender 2-13 in chases, won off 123 at Killarney in August, no impact since, may be on tough mark.
2	2 \|U\| (2) (14/1 -155%) Sea Music	14 14/1(-155%)	(2) Sea Music 14/1, Ran to form second beaten 8 1/2l in a novice chase over 2m2f at Galway latest though slightly fortunate that day; bit to find 1-3 in chases, off since Galway second in Oct, best form right-handed, others preferred.
1	1 \|PU\| (1) (6/1 +50%) Magnor Glory	6 6/1(+50%)	(1) Magnor Glory 6/1, Failed to stay 35l third in a novice chase over 2m7f at Killarney most recent run; trainer in form; each way claims down in trip but may just need this 4-17 over hurdles, 1-4 over fences, goes well fresh, don't discount in first h'cap chase.
10	10 \|PU\| (10) (22/1 +12%) Well Del	22 22/1(+12%)	(10) Well Del 22/1, Unseated in a handicap hurdle over 2m4f at Cork latest before race developed; good ground winner on chase debut; outside chance 1-3 in chases, lost form after Limerick win, unseated over timber latest, others preferred.

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LIGHTKEEPER brings recent winning form into this and may be able to follow up. The Walk In The Park gelding appreciated the better ground when scoring easily at Down Royal 18 days ago. The handicapper has taken no chances with him, but he's still relatively unexposed over fences and looks capable of scoring again. Clifftop was third behind the selection then, on his return to action, and with the run under his belt, he may get closer on the revised terms. French import Letos is the unknown quantity in the field and it will be interesting to see how he fares off his initial Irish mark.

A chance is taken on the locally trained KILTEALY PARK. She has a 100% record here over hurdles and she may have been aimed at this

18:12 Dundalk 6f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	7 1st (7) (50/1 -100%) Hezahunk	50 50/1(-100%)	(7) Hezahunk 50/1, Below par beaten 6l in a handicap over 5f here last time; generally out of form; cheekpieces first time; up in trip; outside chance off basement mark Has been regressive lately and cheekpieces replace the usual visor; others preferred.
2	5 2nd (5) (10/3 +44%) Jackandthefox	3.333333 10/3(+44%)	(5) Jackandthefox 10/3, Ran to form beaten 3 1/2l off 47 over 8f here last time where went too fast; back in trip; could prove tough to peg back This trip is a question and has to find improvement from somewhere.
3	4 3rd (4) (3/1 +14%) Rattletheonionbag	3 3/1(+14%)	(4) Rattletheonionbag 3/1, Below par beaten 5l in a handicap here last time; in good form prior; threat but maiden status a slight concern Went closest two starts ago; however, a lesser effort since and has to rebound.
4	2 4th (2) (11/2 +8%) Hasiyna	5.5 11/2(+8%)	(2) Hasiyna 11/2, Well treated at weights when scored by 1/2l off 48 here in January; fourth beaten 3 1/4l off 54 last time unsuited by way race developed; goes well here; in the mix Two C&D wins over the winter but two lesser runs lately and has to get back to her best.
5th	1 5th (1) (7/2 -56%) My Girl Sioux	3.5 7/2(-56%)	(1) My Girl Sioux 7/2, Slowly away beaten a neck off 53 here last time; admirably consistent at this venue; contender Consistent in defeat lately; just denied over C&D last time; can run well off 3lb higher.
6th	3 6th (3) (7/1 -8%) Havana Notion	7 7/1(-8%)	(3) Havana Notion 7/1, Raced freely beaten 9l in a handicap over 7f here last time; inconsistent; down in trip; dropping in weights but bit to find Was 3rd over C&D two starts back; well below that form over 7f since when raced awkwardly.
7th	6 7th (6) (8/1 -60%) Villemacho	8 8/1(-60%)	(6) Villemacho 8/1, Appeared not to stay beaten 8l in a handicap over 11f here last time; top course jockey; down in trip; not proven on AW; form going the wrong way Regressive sort drops in trip; the champion jockey will have to conjure plenty more.

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MY GIRL SIOUX's customary late rattle could see her double her career total. There is no doubt she finds it difficult to win, but Jimmy Dalton's 10lb claim has seen her placed in her last four outings at Dundalk. She just went down by a neck in second over C&D last month. Hasiyna has won twice over C&D and was fourth behind My Girl Sioux in that aforementioned race last month. Havana Notion is capable of getting involved from the box seat in stall one, while Rattletheonionbag shouldn't be disregarded under Declan McDonogh, who has returned from a stint in Hong Kong.

The majority of these have questions to answer and the most reliable is MY GIRL SIOUX so she is selected on that basis.

18:20 Southwell (Class 6) 4f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	8 1st (8) (9/1 +73%) Master Zack	9 9/1(+73%)	(8) Master Zack 9/1, Raced freely beaten 5l in a nursery at Chelmsford last time; tongue-tie first time (added to hood); returning from a break; bit to find Unplaced all nine starts but has shown promise at a low level; new accessories combination.
2	5 2nd (5) (9/1 +55%) Wee Mary	9 9/1(+55%)	(5) Wee Mary 9/1, Below par down the field in an auction race over 6f at Dundalk most recent; first time on Tapeta; back down in trip; needs to improve on UK debut Showed speed but ultimately well beaten in 3 runs in Ireland in 2024; stable/h'cap debut.
3	4 3rd (4) (7/2 +22%) Monticristo Boy	3.5 7/2(+22%)	(4) Monticristo Boy 7/2, Not clear run beaten 3/4l off 56 over 6f at Newcastle last time; back down in trip; returning from a break; finished off 2024 on an upward trajectory, fair chance On the up in AW nurseries in the autumn; still low mileage and he's high on the list.
4	9 4th (9) (16/1 +68%) Baby Rover	16 16/1(+68%)	(9) Baby Rover 16/1, Beaten 3l off 45 over 6f here last time; not proven trip; showed bit of improvement latest and the cheekpieces used then are kept on, outside chance Better effort when beaten under 3l here (6f) five weeks ago; more needed but it's possible.
5th	1 5th (1) (11/8 +100%) Bust A Moon	1.375 11/8(+100%)	(1) Bust A Moon 11/8, Well backed beaten a neck off 59 over 6f at Chelmsford last time; back down in trip; significant jockey booking; the pick on balance of form Just pipped over 6f on last week's stable debut; 3lb well in; key player back at 5f.
6th	3 6th (3) (25/1 -317%) Watkins	25 25/1(-317%)	(3) Watkins 25/1, Looked to want further fourth beaten 6l in a handicap over 6f at Chelmsford latest; significant jockey booking; plenty more needed Isn't progressing and beaten 6l when 4th at Chelmsford last week; new trip/accessories.
7th	2 7th (2) (4/1 +50%) Auntie Jo	4 4/1(+50%)	(2) Auntie Jo 4/1, Not clear run beaten 3l off 60 at Newcastle last time; pretty consistent of late; not raced here but has decent Tapeta form; contender Has shown winning potential in minor handicaps of late and she is more appealing than many.
8th	7 8th (7) (50/1 +24%) Lilchita	50 50/1(+24%)	(7) Lilchita 50/1, Probably needed race down the field in a handicap over 7f at Newcastle most recent; generally poor form; difficult to fancy Little solid form and the drop to 5f isn't enough to tempt.

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BUST A MOON produced a career-best effort to finish second on his first start for the David Evans yard at Chelmsford last month and goes off an unchanged mark. The son of Rumble Inthejungle may only need to reproduce that level of form in order to go one better. Monticristo Boy failed to back up his victory at Newcastle two starts ago when only third at the same venue last time, but he would be foolish to dismiss on his return from a break. Trust Sergei completes the shortlist.

Monticristo Boy and Auntie Jo are respected but BUST A MOON (nap) went close over 6f last week and is 3lb well in.

18:30 Wexford 19f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	1 1st (1) (7/2 -17%) Rebel Gold	3.5 7/2(-17%)	(1) Rebel Gold 7/2, Well treated at weights second beaten 8l in a handicap chase over 2m at Gowran Park latest; steadily progressive; up in trip; potential threat 3-23 over fences, shaped like this trip might suit on latest, ground versatile, big chance.
2	7 2nd (7) (9/2 +0%) Dont Go Yet	4.5 9/2(+0%)	(7) Dont Go Yet 9/2, Ran to form fourth beaten 12l in Ryanair Handicap Chase (Listed) over 2m1f at Leopardstown latest; worth marking that up; drying ground a plus; major player Two-time chase winner at 2m-2m1f, trip and ground a worry here, others preferred.
3	9 3rd (9) (11/2 +39%) Krabat	5.5 11/2(+39%)	(9) Krabat 11/2, Appeared not to stay comfortably held in a handicap chase over 2m7f at Limerick last time; in good form over hurdles prior; down in trip; squeak 1-13 over fences, poor effort latest at Limerick, best form is on heavy, blinkers return.
4	8 4th (8) (14/1 -27%) Lake Chad	14 14/1(-27%)	(8) Lake Chad 14/1, Travelled well when scored by a head off 113 over 2m at Thurles penultimate start; sixth beaten 22l off 118 last time; down in trip; needs strong pace to aim at but chance if getting it Has won three of his last six chases, raised 5lb for win on penultimate, on tough mark now.
5th	3 5th (3) (14/1 -17%) The Dasher Conway	14 14/1(-17%)	(3) The Dasher Conway 14/1, Down the field in a handicap hurdle over 2m at Navan most recent where went too fast; usually consistent; up in trip; returning from a break; bit to find Won off 8lb lower last May, off since heavy hurdles defeat in Nov, may be on tough mark.
6th	5 6th (5) (6/1 +45%) Effernock Fizz	6 6/1(+45%)	(5) Effernock Fizz 6/1, Below par comfortably held in Red Mills Trial Hurdle (Grade 3) over 2m at Gowran Park last time; enjoys making it; up in trip; better ground a plus; stamina concerns Lost form since shock Fairyhouse win last year, likes this venue, can't be fully dismissed.
7th	4 7th (4) (33/1 -65%) Good As Hell	33 33/1(-65%)	(4) Good As Hell 33/1, Probably needed race well beaten in a handicap chase over 2m4f at Limerick latest where unable to dominate as desired; good ground suits; each way claims Six time chase winner, struggled in two starts since Kilbeggan win, others appeal more.
10	10 \|PU\| (10) (5/1 +69%) Cayd Boy	5 5/1(+69%)	(10) Cayd Boy 5/1, Below par well beaten in a handicap chase over 2m1f at Clonmel latest; usually consistent; not proven trip; off a short-break; could figure if stamina holds up Locally trained, has run well here before but on testing ground, 3lb wrong, hard to fancy.
6	6 \|PU\| (6) (13/2 -18%) Largy Debut	6.5 13/2(-18%)	(6) Largy Debut 13/2, Not clear run well beaten in Leinster National (Listed) over 3m1f at Naas latest; generally out of form; trainer in form; down in trip; may contend down in grade off much reduced mark Solid efforts in defeat over fences, highly tried and struggled since layoff, needs rain.

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REBEL GOLD takes a drop in class and can get back to winning ways. The top-weight has kept good company since winning a Grade 3 contest at Naas back in February 2023, but has acquitted himself well on several occasions and ran a solid race when second to cosy winner Champagne Mahler in a valuable contest at Gowran Park last month. Dont Go Yet hasn't been too far away over the winter and could be a danger. Last year's winner Shadow Rider is another who has to come into calculations.

The safest option is REBEL GOLD (nap) who shaped as though he was ready for this step up in trip last time and he'll handle the ground

18:45 Dundalk 7f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	6 1st (6) (11/2 +21%) Pedro Nunes	5.5 11/2(+21%)	(6) Pedro Nunes 11/2, $110,000 Nyquist colt; dam very useful at 8f at 2yo; yard in good form including with debutants; top US pedigree; can get involved By a leading US-based sire and a decent damline; this surface should suit; market check.
2	5 2nd (5) (14/1 +13%) Never Ambling	14 14/1(+13%)	(5) Never Ambling 14/1, No Nay Never colt; half-brother to Mince, high-class at 6f; dam very smart from 6f (at 2yo) to 7f; yard can get them ready first time and in good form; watch betting By a leading sire but unsold for Eur47,000 as a yearling; worth a market check.
3	3 3rd (3) (4/7 +7%) First Wave	0.571429 4/7(+7%)	(3) First Wave 4/7, Yard has won last two runnings of race; second beaten 2l in a maiden over 8f at Curragh latest where travelled best; should come on for that; the clear pick on form Boasts the best form in this field and a repeat of that will make him difficult to beat.
4	4 4th (4) (7/1 +42%) Knockmark	7 7/1(+42%)	(4) Knockmark 7/1, Well beaten in a maiden over 6f at Curragh only start where went too fast; top course jockey; tongue-tie first time; up in trip; difficult to fancy Beaten 14l on debut last year; gelded since and a tongue-tie on; major improvement needed.
5th	7 5th (7) (6/1 -50%) Raykir	6 6/1(-50%)	(7) Raykir 6/1, Well backed beaten 4 1/4l in a maiden over 8f at Curragh last time where travelled well for a long way; trainer in form; back in trip; danger Needs to find more to beat First Wave but looks the main danger to that rival.
6th	8 6th (8) (125/1 -25%) Send Harry	125 125/1(-25%)	(8) Send Harry 125/1, Had benefited for debut experience beaten 7 1/4l in an auction race over 6f here last time but too keen that day; up in trip; difficult to fancy The best of two runs last year came over 6f here; still needs plenty of improvement.
7th	10 7th (10) (18/1 -80%) Starford	18 18/1(-80%)	(10) Starford 18/1, Beckford gelding; half-brother to Jack Sparowe, useful at 11f; dam very smart at 12f; top course trainer; top trainer who gets plenty of first time out winners; best watched Homebred hails from a useful pedigree and respected yard; worth a market look.
8th	11 8th (11) (200/1 -100%) Voice Of Northeast	200 200/1(-100%)	(11) Voice Of Northeast 200/1, Well beaten in an auction race here only start where too green to show anything; difficult to fancy Beaten 11l by a useful rival on debut over C&D and has to make lots of progress to score.
9th	12 9th (12) (33/1 +0%) Gee Gee Hadid	33 33/1(+0%)	(12) Gee Gee Hadid 33/1, 22,000 euros Zoustar filly; half-sister to Final Credit, fair at 7f; yard not known for first time out winners; best watched Cost Eur22,000 as a yearling; by a useful sire; yard in flying form; worth a market look.
10th	14 10th (14) (150/1 -200%) Sea View Lady	150 150/1(-200%)	(14) Sea View Lady 150/1, Beaten 9 1/4l in a maiden over 6f here on debut having missed the break; up in trip; difficult to fancy Beaten 9l by a useful rival on debut over 6f here; has to make a lot of progress.
11th	2 11th (2) (125/1 -89%) Cabot Sq	125 125/1(-89%)	(2) Cabot Sq 125/1, Well beaten in a maiden at Naas only start where very green; difficult to fancy and may want further in time Beaten a long way on heavy ground at Naas on debut; best watched for future reference.
12th	1 12th (1) (100/1 -52%) Angel Harry	100 100/1(-52%)	(1) Angel Harry 100/1, Well beaten in a maiden at Naas only start where too green to show anything; all to do on AW debut Beaten a long way on heavy ground at Naas on debut; best watched for future reference.
13th	13 13th (13) (100/1 +0%) Havana Goodtime	100 100/1(+0%)	(13) Havana Goodtime 100/1, Found trip too sharp down the field in a maiden over 6f here most recent; up in trip; difficult to fancy Beaten 6l on debut but a lot further twice since and looks one for handicaps.

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Aidan O'Brien's 90-rated colt FIRST WAVE is very hard to get away from in this maiden. He has taken the runner-up berth in all three starts to date, including over C&D last October which confirmed his ability to handle the surface. Pedro Nunes represents Adrian Murray, who has been firing in plenty of winners here, so merits a market check ahead of his debut. Raykir was sixth behind First Wave in the Curragh last month and could improve on his third start and Polytrack debut. Joseph O'Brien's Starford and David Marnane's Gee Gee Hadid are other newcomers who could show up well.

It is difficult to oppose FIRST WAVE, whose best run came over this C&D last year and should have improved from his seasonal debut.

18:55 Southwell (Class 4) 8f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	12 1st (12) (6/1 +0%) Down To The Kid	6 6/1(+0%)	(12) Down To The Kid 6/1, Ideally suited by trip when landed handicap by 1 1/2l off 61 here last time; top course jockey; C&D winner; probably bit more to come but takes a leap in grade Has produced form figures of 221 here since dropped back to 1m; commands respect.
2	8 2nd (8) (9/2 +44%) Kingdom Of Time	4.5 9/2(+44%)	(8) Kingdom Of Time 9/2, Ran to form beaten 2l off 76 over 9f at Wolverhampton last time; narrowly beaten twice over C&D at similar level to this, go close again Seven-race maiden who has solid C&D form and is threatening to win a race of this nature.
3	2 3rd (2) (6/1 +63%) Bajan Bandit	6 6/1(+63%)	(2) Bajan Bandit 6/1, Scored by a neck off 80 over 7f here three starts back; fourth beaten 4l off 82 last time; goes well here, including a C&D win; chance Two wins at Southwell this year; ran respectably twice last month; remains in form.
4	3 4th (3) (14/1 +0%) Feel The Need	14 14/1(+0%)	(3) Feel The Need 14/1, Below par beaten 10l in a handicap over 7f here last time; C&D winner in December off 76; return to 1m suits, can bounce back; place claims Has shown respectable form at Southwell this winter; met traffic issues last time.
5th	11 5th (11) (66/1 -200%) Epidavros	66 66/1(-200%)	(11) Epidavros 66/1, Slowly away 4l third in a handicap at Pontefract most recent run; first race on AW; likelt to need the race and bit to find Largely consistent on turf last year, winning twice; the switch to AW is an unknown.
6th	13 6th (13) (33/1 -65%) Eden Storm	33 33/1(-65%)	(13) Eden Storm 33/1, Below par fourth beaten 5l in a handicap over 9f at Wolverhampton latest; down in trip; pretty consistent but still not found level again, needs big jump forward Yet to win for current yard and doesn't look the percentage call in this field.
7th	4 7th (4) (11/1 -38%) Silver Trumpet	11 11/1(-38%)	(4) Silver Trumpet 11/1, Bit too much to do beaten 2 1/4l off 78 here last time on season debut; lightly raced over 1m and could find bit more, contender Ran well in higher grade over C&D on reappearance; fighting chance off same mark.
8th	10 8th (10) (20/1 +60%) Clear Angel	20 20/1(+60%)	(10) Clear Angel 20/1, Below par down the field in a handicap over 10f at Newcastle most recent; returning from long layoff butn has gone well fresh; drop back to 1m a positive, each way squeak Achieved best AW results off much lower marks in 2022; absent since last June.
9th	6 9th (6) (18/1 -29%) Chola Empire	18 18/1(-29%)	(6) Chola Empire 18/1, Game when scored by a nose off 71 over 7f here penultimate start; fourth beaten 2l off 77 last time; goes well here; not tried 1m for a while, stamina to prove Fairly useful 7f handicapper; suited by Southwell; return to 1m is the question mark.
10th	7 10th (7) (9/1 +44%) Narmar	9 9/1(+44%)	(7) Narmar 9/1, Below par beaten 4l in a handicap over 7f here last time; up in trip; mark continues to slide but still not found level, needs more Better than his form figures for new yard suggest; interesting off a reduced mark.
11th	9 11th (9) (5/1 +33%) Overnight Oats	5 5/1(+33%)	(9) Overnight Oats 5/1, Benefited from positive ride landed handicap by a short-head off 73 here last time; trainer in form; up in class but progressive of late, contender Latest win took his record at Southwell to 3-5 and strike-rate under Hector Crouch to 5-8.
12th	1 12th (1) (4/1 +50%) Las Ramblas	4 4/1(+50%)	(1) Las Ramblas 4/1, Poorly drawn fourth beaten 3l in a novice over 10f at Nottingham latest; returning from long layoff but won on career debut; back down in trip; 1st run since wind op; chance Promise in novice events last year; still open to progress; interesting on reappearance.

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Overnight Oats had Down To The Kid (second) behind when going in by a short head over track and trip latest and is expected to confirm that form. However, a chance can be taken on LAS RAMBLAS, who put in a bold showing when finishing fourth under a penalty in a warm novice race at Nottingham in May last year. The four-year-old has undergone a wind/gelding operation since and could exploit an opening mark of 81.

The Verdict comprises the comparatively unexposed contenders KINGDOM OF TIME and Las Ramblas.

19:00 Wexford 19f - 16 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	6 1st (6) (14/1 +0%) On The Tide	14 14/1(+0%)	(6) On The Tide 14/1, Ran to form comfortably held in a beginners chase chase over 2m at Clonmel last time; longer trip a plus; well treated back in a handicap; danger 0-7 over fences, beaten 12l in a Clonmel beginners latest, trip should suit, more needed.
2	3 2nd (3) (8/1 +33%) Malton Groove	8 8/1(+33%)	(3) Malton Groove 8/1, Ideally suited by trip 11l third in a handicap chase here most recent run; good record at this venue; cheekpieces first time; sound surface suits; ought to go well 0-9 in chases, best runs have come over this C&D, third here latest, chance; cheeekpieces.
3	16 3rd (16) (6/1 +40%) Da Big Fella	6 6/1(+40%)	(16) Da Big Fella 6/1, Well backed second beaten 8l in a handicap chase here latest where showed willing attitude; good ground suits; bit to find 0-17 in chases, good run over C&D latest, place chance again off 1lb higher.
4	18 4th (18) (22/1 -159%) Aclass	22 22/1(-159%)	(18) Aclass 22/1, Well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Clonmel latest where challenged too early; usually consistent; not proven trip; off a short-break; needs to improve and may find this ground quick enough on chase debut Chase debutant; 0-6 over hurdles; best efforts on very testing ground; needs rain; reserve.
5th	12 5th (12) (10/1 -18%) Rock On Pedro	10 10/1(-18%)	(12) Rock On Pedro 10/1, Well backed 8l third in a handicap chase over 2m2f at Thurles most recent run; arrives in form; returning from a break; place claims Flat winner, good run over C&D off 4lb higher last August, decent effort latest, chance.
6th	13 6th (13) (11/1 +56%) Arthor	11 11/1(+56%)	(13) Arthor 11/1, Below par comfortably held in a hunter chase over 3m1f at Thurles last time; frustrating type; needs more Point winner in January on soft-heavy, 0-19 under Rules, needs rain, others preferred.
7th	14 7th (14) (10/1 +0%) Well Loved	10 10/1(+0%)	(14) Well Loved 10/1, Fourth beaten 12l in a handicap chase here latest where held every chance; modest form over hurdles prior; bit to find Point winner in February, decent C&D effort latest, needs more off the same mark.
8th	5 8th (5) (14/1 +0%) Stellar Symphony	14 14/1(+0%)	(5) Stellar Symphony 14/1, Ran to form comfortably held in a handicap hurdle over 2m6f at Thurles last time; trainer in form; consistent hurdler; not proven trip; in the mix if getting stiff test switched to fences Two-time winner over hurdles, belated chase debut at 10yo, trip a query, best watched.
9th	1 9th (1) (17/2 -143%) Siberian Star	8.5 17/2(-143%)	(1) Siberian Star 17/2, Ideally suited by trip when scored by a neck off 98 over 3m1f at Catterick in January; second beaten 1/2l off 100 last time where outstayed late; down in trip; contender if getting stiff test Britiah raider, in good form over further this year; big drop in trip may not be ideal.
9	9 \|F\| (9) (11/1 +31%) Silent Flight	11 11/1(+31%)	(9) Silent Flight 11/1, Probably needed race down the field in a handicap hurdle over 2m4f at Punchestown most recent; not proven trip; bit to find switched to fences Heavy ground hurdles winner, beaten 14l in sole chase, 2lb lower but needs it softer.
10th	8 10th (8) (12/1 +40%) Gustavo Goodway	12 12/1(+40%)	(8) Gustavo Goodway 12/1, Unseated in a handicap chase here latest when going well; looked huge threat that day; good ground suits; of interest 0-3 over fences, good run off this mark in October, unlucky here latest, place claims.
11th	11 11th (11) (22/1 +33%) Glentruan	22 22/1(+33%)	(11) Glentruan 22/1, Looked to want further down the field in a handicap chase over 2m7f at Limerick most recent; usually held up; drop in trip a plus; needs more 0-5 in chases, promise at Listowel in Sept, 4lb lower now, blinkers return, can't discount.
12th	10 12th (10) (28/1 -40%) Gali Flight	28 28/1(-40%)	(10) Gali Flight 28/1, Below par well beaten in a handicap chase here latest; generally out of form; readily opposed 0-13 in chases, poor efforts since return from a break including over C&D, hard to fancy.
2	2 \|PU\| (2) (4/1 +20%) Ernie From Nurney	4 4/1(+20%)	(2) Ernie From Nurney 4/1, Ran to form 6l third in a handicap chase over 2m at Thurles most recent run; up in trip; generally consistent; may find ground on the quick side Good run over C&D in August and again on latest at Thurles, same mark here, place chance.
15	15 \|PU\| (15) (14/1 +30%) Any Day Now	14 14/1(+30%)	(15) Any Day Now 14/1, Comfortably held in a handicap hurdle over 2m4f at Sligo last time; generally out of form; not proven trip; open to marked improvement 1-13 over hurdles, 0-3 in chases, pulled up on last visit to Wexford, others appeal more.
7	7 \|PU\| (7) (50/1 -52%) Spanish Maid	50 50/1(-52%)	(7) Spanish Maid 50/1, Ground probably too testing comfortably held in a beginners chase chase over 2m4f at Clonmel last time; usually held up; more needed Handicap chase debutante, huge odds and well beaten in three beginners chases, watch.

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SIBERIAN STAR has been knocking on the door and may be able to give the raiders a win here. Peter and Michael Bowen's charge has been collared late on on his two most recent outings and connections drop him back in trip now. Da Big Fella has a feather weight and could run a big race again having chased home Bite That at the track 18 days ago. He had Malton Groove and Well Loved behind that day and may be able to confirm the placings.

Course regular MALTON GROOVE is well-treated on his third over C&D last July and shaped with promise again here last month.

19:15 Dundalk 8f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	6 1st (6) (12/1 +25%) Bungle Inthedesert	12 12/1(+25%)	(6) Bungle Inthedesert 12/1, Raced freely beaten 7l in a handicap here last time let down by slow start; off a short-break; form going the wrong way C&D winner on a good mark but hasn't shown much for a while now.
2	9 2nd (9) (7/2 +30%) Saxon Kingdom	3.5 7/2(+30%)	(9) Saxon Kingdom 7/2, Ran to form beaten 2 1/2l off 44 at Leopardstown last time; consistent off lowly mark; not out of it Ran well when beaten 2.5l in a big field at Leopardstown last weekend.
3	4 3rd (4) (1/1 +56%) Harry The Rogue	1 1/1(+56%)	(4) Harry The Rogue 1/1, Poorly drawn beaten 4l off 54 here last time; consistent prior; becoming expensive to follow but should be thereabouts No wins in 16 but has knocked on the door here a few times.
4	11 4th (11) (50/1 -52%) Carrickfinn	50 50/1(-52%)	(11) Carrickfinn 50/1, Raced freely down the field in a claimer over 12f here most recent; generally out of form; blinkers first time; down in trip; not proven on AW; readily opposed No wins in 11 and has struggled badly in three starts since moving yards.
5th	8 5th (8) (28/1 -100%) Blue Wood	28 28/1(-100%)	(8) Blue Wood 28/1, Below par beaten 6l in a handicap over 7f here last time; generally out of form; up in trip; dropping in weights but all to do Both wins have been over 7f; has a strike-rate of 2-31 and looks cold at the minute.
6th	3 6th (3) (9/2 -100%) Camachero	4.5 9/2(-100%)	(3) Camachero 9/2, Not clear run beaten 5l in a handicap over 7f here last time after missing the break; in good form prior; up in trip; contender Got no luck in running when sent off favourite here last week; can be given another chance.
7th	1 7th (1) (22/1 -38%) River Derwent	22 22/1(-38%)	(1) River Derwent 22/1, Slowly away down the field in a handicap here most recent; generally out of form in both codes; goes well here; returning from a break; bit to find Last year ended on a low note and slow starts have become an unwanted habit.
8th	5 8th (5) (22/1 -120%) Gatsby Cap	22 22/1(-120%)	(5) Gatsby Cap 22/1, Raced freely beaten 5 1/2l in a handicap over 11f here last time; generally out of form; drop down in trip a plus; interesting at a price off much reduced mark Four-time course winner who is entitled to strip fitter for last week's run here.
9th	2 9th (2) (40/1 -186%) Dubirango	40 40/1(-186%)	(2) Dubirango 40/1, Wide trip down the field in a handicap over 6f here most recent; in good form prior; absent for very lengthy period; up in trip; best watched Has win/place form at this track but now returns from a mammoth absence.
10th	7 10th (7) (16/1 -14%) Eagles Whistle	16 16/1(-14%)	(7) Eagles Whistle 16/1, Appeared not to stay beaten 6l in a handicap here last time where too keen; not proven trip; off a short-break; bit to find Lightly raced and there have been some positives to take from two runs here.
11th	10 11th (10) (66/1 -100%) Clifton Light	66 66/1(-100%)	(10) Clifton Light 66/1, Looked to want further beaten 8l in a handicap over 6f here last time where let down by slow start; usually consistent; up in trip; interesting at a price Was 80-1 when beating one home on handicap debut here two weeks ago; lots to prove.

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SAXON KINGDOM might be the answer to this contest. He was beaten just over two lengths into sixth in a big-field handicap on the turf at Leopardstown last month which was a creditable effort. Julian Pietropaolo steered him to third over C&D before Christmas and his 7lb claim has the gelding operating off a very light weight. Harry The Rogue is generally a consistent sort who has finished runner-up in two of his last three starts at Dundalk. He is a big player in a race lacking depth. Camachero suffered a less than clear route last time and is better judged on his close third over C&D in January, while River Derwent has been given a chance by the handicapper.

The 4yo CAMACHERO did run well on his penultimate start and there were excuses when a beaten favourite here last week.

19:30 Southwell (Class 4) 15f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	5 1st (5) (11/8 +31%) Caballo De Mar	1.375 11/8(+31%)	(5) Caballo De Mar 11/8, Well backed when landed handicap by a length off 75 here last time landing a hat-trick; C&D suits well; still progressing, the one to beat Progressive and completed a hat-trick over C&D latest; big shout with cheekpieces back on.
2	6 2nd (6) (22/1 -214%) Gibside	22 22/1(-214%)	(6) Gibside 22/1, Bit in hand landed handicap by 5l off 72 over 2m at York last time; first race on AW; down in trip; may need the run but entitled to get comeptitive Signed off for 2024 with success at York in October; can't be discounted on Tapeta debut.
3	3 3rd (3) (4/1 +50%) Story Horse	4 4/1(+50%)	(3) Story Horse 4/1, Down the field in a handicap over 2m2f at Newmarket most recent; usually consistent; back down in trip; may need the run, bit to prove A two-time scorer (up to 1m6f) in 2024; needs considering after a break reverted in trip.
4	2 4th (2) (10/3 +5%) Humble Spark	3.333333 10/3(+5%)	(2) Humble Spark 10/3, Travelled well when landed handicap by 1 1/2l off 80 over 11f here last time; up in trip; progressive this year on AW, probably bit to come Bagged third AW win of 2025 here 3 weeks ago; scored readily there so not taken lightly.
5th	7 5th (7) (7/1 -27%) High Court Judge	7 7/1(-27%)	(7) High Court Judge 7/1, Improved again when scored by 2 1/2l off 72 over 11f here penultimate start; trainer in form; 2m stretched stamina, drop in trip a plus; up in class but poses a threat Sixth win of 2025 here in March; not clear run when fourth at Newcastle latest; in the mix.
6th	1 6th (1) (16/1 -60%) Haku	16 16/1(-60%)	(1) Haku 16/1, Below par beaten 9l in a handicap over 12f at Kempton last time; usually consistent; up in trip; in the mix Rare poor effort in Kempton handicap last month; he's the sort to bounce back though.
7th	4 7th (4) (28/1 -100%) Ancient Myth	28 28/1(-100%)	(4) Ancient Myth 28/1, Made too much use of fourth beaten 16l in a maiden over 12f at Chester latest; returning from long layoff; up in trip; lot to do off a stiff looking mark on season debut Failed to go on in three runs for Karl Burke last spring; has bit to prove for new yard.

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High Court Judge has improved considerably since switching to the James Owen yard and has recorded two course victories in that time, so he is one to note. However, CABALLO DE MAR looks the way to go. The four-year-old completed a hat-trick when successful by a length over C&D last month and the handicapper might have been kind to only put him up 4lb. Humble Spark is another to keep an eye on.

George Scott's CABALLO DE MAR made light of a six-month absence when completing a hat-trick over C&D last time and can defy a 4lb rise

19:45 Dundalk 10f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	6 1st (6) (2/1 +27%) Umala	2 2/1(+27%)	(6) Umala 2/1, Promising debut, third beaten 5l in a maiden auction race over 8f here; top course jockey; up in trip and off a short-break, but probably improve and contend Was 5-1 for a 1m maiden here two months ago and she finished well from off the pace.
2	5 2nd (5) (15/2 +46%) Lady Mcc	7.5 15/2(+46%)	(5) Lady Mcc 15/2, 36,000 euros Le Havre filly; full-sister to Gold Haze, very useful at 10f; dam useful at 12f; may just need this outing Sister to winners Gold Haze (French 1m1f; RPR 98) and Lord Normandy (1m2f AW 2yo; 75).
3	1 3rd (1) (3/1 +0%) Camevere	3 3/1(+0%)	(1) Camevere 3/1, Promise when 4 1/2l fourth in a maiden over 8f here first-time out; trainer in form; returning from a short break and up in trip, but should improve and figure Promising fourth over 1m here in November and should make a better 3yo.
4	2 4th (2) (9/1 +25%) Floresta	9 9/1(+25%)	(2) Floresta 9/1, Waldgeist filly; half-sister to Angels Wrath, very smart at 10f; dam very useful at 13f; probably need the experience Half-sister to Listed-class Angels Wrath and needs checking in the market.
5th	3 5th (3) (9/4 -29%) Head To Head	2.25 9/4(-29%)	(3) Head To Head 9/4, Yard has won 2 of last 4 runnings of race; down the field in a maiden over 7f at Newmarket most recently, but promise on AW here debut; step-up in trip likely suit and one to beat Denied by a newcomer here before down the field at Newmarket; remains promising.

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Justify filly JERPOINT ABBEY could be worth chancing on debut for Emmet Mullins. She doesn't lack much in breeding and holds eye-catching entries in the Irish 1,000 Guineas and Irish Oaks. Aidan O'Brien's representative Head To Head is an obvious danger up in trip. She showed up well in second over 7f at this track on debut last September. Adrian Murray's Umala put in a pleasing debut in third over 1m at this venue in January and the form got a boost when the runner-up delivered on his next start. Once-raced Camevere and Johnny Murtagh's newcomer Floresta will have their supporters in an interesting race.

An interesting maiden in which UMALA edges preference after her highly likeable debut effort here two months ago.

20:00 Southwell (Class 6) 6f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	3 1st (3) (13/2 -63%) Noble Consort	6.5 13/2(-63%)	(3) Noble Consort 13/2, Ran to form beaten 2l off 54 at Newcastle last time; off a short-break; conditions suit; not quite got back to former level but going right way again Has done well since returned to this trip; a player if ready to go after three months off.
2	1 2nd (1) (1/1 +43%) Combustion	1 1/1(+43%)	(1) Combustion 1/1, Well treated at weights when landed handicap by 2 1/2l off 55 at Lingfield last time to land four-timer; C&D winner; progressive; strong credentials 4-4 on AW since returning in January including a win over C&D; respected despite penalty.
3	6 3rd (6) (14/1 -17%) Under Curfew	14 14/1(-17%)	(6) Under Curfew 14/1, Scored by 1 1/4l off 51 at Wolverhampton in February; sixth beaten 6l off 53 last time; needs to bounce back 2-41 on the AW and had no excuses at Wolverhampton on Monday.
4	4 4th (4) (40/1 +20%) Lady In Havana	40 40/1(+20%)	(4) Lady In Havana 40/1, Beaten 8 1/2l in a handicap at Chelmsford last time; generally out of form; returning from a break; interesting jockey booking and saves best for here, each way squeak Two wins here for David Loughnane, but poor in both starts since returning for this yard.
5th	5 5th (5) (7/2 +36%) Agent Mayfair	3.5 7/2(+36%)	(5) Agent Mayfair 7/2, Ran to form beaten 2 1/2l off 53 at Lingfield last time; significant jockey booking; goes well here; knocking on the door, threat again Runner-up to Combustion the last twice, but pull in the weights with him may not be enough.
6th	2 6th (2) (11/1 -57%) Silky Robin	11 11/1(-57%)	(2) Silky Robin 11/1, Slowly away beaten 3l off 54 at Lingfield last time where trapped wide from poor draw; inconsistent; looks close to finding level but only run here (5f) was poor 0-16 but 1lb lower than when twice runner-up earlier in year; each-way claims again.
7th	11 7th (11) (20/1 +0%) Balmy Breese	20 20/1(+0%)	(11) Balmy Breese 20/1, Ideally suited by trip fourth beaten 3 1/4l in a classified race at Wolverhampton latest; consistent but needs bit more In the frame in three of his last four starts in 0-50 classified company, but is now 0-26.
8th	7 8th (7) (33/1 -106%) Pembrokeshire	33 33/1(-106%)	(7) Pembrokeshire 33/1, Made too much use of beaten 5 1/4l in a handicap over 7f at Wolverhampton last time; generally out of form; top course trainer; needs to rediscover sparkle Quiet in three starts on the AW (0-14) since returning for this yard in February.
9th	10 9th (10) (28/1 -12%) Miss Billie	28 28/1(-12%)	(10) Miss Billie 28/1, Below par beaten 6l in a classified race over 7f at Wolverhampton last time; top course jockey; back down in trip; C&D suit; bit to prove Just beaten in a 0-50 classified event over C&D in February, but held since and now 0-17.
10th	9 10th (9) (22/1 -100%) Mumcat	22 22/1(-100%)	(9) Mumcat 22/1, Ran to form second beaten a length in a classified race at Newcastle latest; conditions suit; needs bit more A bit in and out since winning at Wolverhampton a year ago; record of 3-51 a concern.

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There has been no stopping COMBUSTION of late and Chelsea Banham's gelding completed a four-timer in commanding fashion at Lingfield last Friday. The son of Harry Angel must shoulder a 5lb penalty but he remains open to plenty of improvement. Noble Consort is of interest having struck the woodwork at Newcastle last time, while 100/1 Wolverhampton scorer Devilwala is also noted.

Preference is for NOBLE CONSORT who has done well since returned to 6f. The form of his latest Newcastle second has been franked.

20:15 Dundalk 12f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	2 1st (2) (10/11 +74%) Beauparc	0.909091 10/11(+74%)	(2) Beauparc 10/11, Well backed beaten a short-head off 68 over 11f here last time; top course jockey; returning from a break; consistent; up in trip; contender if stamina holds up Finished strongly for a near miss over 1m2f here in December; big shout.
2	4 2nd (4) (10/1 +0%) Darkened	10 10/1(+0%)	(4) Darkened 10/1, Travelled well when scored by 4 1/4l off 56 over 11f here three starts back; up in trip; remains well treated on old form; can make presence felt Hit hard by the handicapper for the win here in February; others might be better in.
3	3 3rd (3) (14/1 -211%) Gracesolution	14 14/1(-211%)	(3) Gracesolution 14/1, Landed handicap by a nose off 67 here last time helped by steady pace; likes this venue; in the mix Back in good form and only 3lb higher than for her narrow C&D win three weeks ago.
4	8 4th (8) (22/1 -57%) Highland King	22 22/1(-57%)	(8) Highland King 22/1, Seemed to be on stiff mark down the field in a handicap here most recent; handicapper relenting; must bounce back off basement mark Course winner but 1-31 overall and hasn't found his form this year.
5th	1 5th (1) (8/1 -33%) Scatchwah	8 8/1(-33%)	(1) Scatchwah 8/1, Appeared not to stay down the field in a handicap over 1m6f at Curragh most recent; usually held up; down in trip; not proven on AW; stiff mark for reappearance Throws in the odd howler (as last time) but dangerous to dismiss as a 1m4f winner.
6th	6 6th (6) (18/1 -350%) Numidia	18 18/1(-350%)	(6) Numidia 18/1, Landed handicap by 2 1/2l off 60 over 11f here last time; goes well here; up in trip; returning from a break; revised mark demands more Clearcut winner here in November but effectively 13lb higher now with no claimer up top.
7th	5 7th (5) (3/1 +0%) Dromore Glory	3 3/1(+0%)	(5) Dromore Glory 3/1, Well backed when landed handicap by 1/2l off 61 here last time; goes well here; hugely progressive; 2-4 over this C&D; tough to oppose Consistent of late in 1m4f handicaps but he's up the weights in a better race now.
8th	7 8th (7) (25/1 -56%) Picpoul	25 25/1(-56%)	(7) Picpoul 25/1, Probably needed race down the field in a handicap over 11f here most recent; inconsistent; goes well here; up in trip; bit to prove Down the field after a break here two weeks ago and needs to leave that run well behind.

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BEAUPARC looks well worth a step up in trip after staying on well to be pipped by a short head in second over an extended 1m2f at this track in December. This is a good race, though, with three horses lining up who won their last starts. Jockey Nicola Burns has been making a name for herself on the Polytrack in Dundalk and is reunited with Dromore Glory, who she won on over C&D in March. He is in a very consistent vein of form for Paul Flynn. Gracesolution also scored over C&D last month which brings her into the equation, while Numidia is a credit to trainer Peter Lawlor and was last seen winning over a shorter trip at Dundalk in November.

The mare BEAUPARC looks ready for this longer trip after narrowly failing to get up over the extended 1m2f here in December.

20:30 Southwell (Class 6) 6f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	3 1st (3) (20/1 -25%) Thunderous Love	20 20/1(-25%)	(3) Thunderous Love 20/1, Made too much use of down the field in a handicap over 7f at Kempton most recent; usually consistent; back down to optimum trip; may need the run 6f turf win off this mark last May; mixed bag afterwards; others look safer.
2	2 2nd (2) (7/2 +53%) Asadjumeirah	3.5 7/2(+53%)	(2) Asadjumeirah 7/2, Bit in hand scored by 2 1/4l off 50 at Newcastle in February; eigth beaten 4l off 55 last time where didn't stay 7f; back down in trip a plus; can bounce back Solid claims on this year's best 6f form, for all that has come at Newcastle.
3	5 3rd (5) (4/1 -20%) Port Hedland	4 4/1(-20%)	(5) Port Hedland 4/1, Raced freely beaten 2 1/4l off 53 over 5f at Wolverhampton last time; back up in trip; found level, decent opportunity to open account Two positive runs for new yard; Hector Crouch takes over tonight; good chance back at 6f.
4	8 4th (8) (13/2 -30%) Arlington	6.5 13/2(-30%)	(8) Arlington 13/2, Travelled well second beaten a nose in a classified race at Newcastle latest; course debut but goes well on Tapeta; trickier back in handicap company but far from out of it He's been in good form in classified races this year, finishing second three times; chance.
5th	9 5th (9) (6/1 -9%) Lion's Dream	6 6/1(-9%)	(9) Lion's Dream 6/1, Ideally suited by trip beaten 3 1/4l in a classified race at Wolverhampton last time; in good form prior; consistent; value selection based on balance of form Ended losing run last month (6f, Wolverhampton); creditable effort latest; not discounted.
6th	6 6th (6) (10/3 +44%) Galileo Glass	3.333333 10/3(+44%)	(6) Galileo Glass 10/3, Landed handicap by a head off 52 over 7f here last time; drop in trip possibly not a plus but is relatively unexposed at 6f; threat again Won a 7f handicap here on Wednesday but vulnerable under a penalty at today's trip.
7th	7 7th (7) (28/1 -133%) Araifjan	28 28/1(-133%)	(7) Araifjan 28/1, Below par beaten 4 1/4l in a handicap at Wolverhampton last time; could figure on pick of form but likely need the run On a losing run but did run well at Wolverhampton last September; 144-day absence to defy.
8th	4 8th (4) (16/1 -100%) Tough At The Top	16 16/1(-100%)	(4) Tough At The Top 16/1, Slowly away comfortably held in a maiden over 5f here last time; up in trip; off a short-break; fair mark on balance of form on handicap debut; chance Likely improver upped in trip and switched to low-grade handicaps; interesting contender.
9th	10 9th (10) (80/1 -300%) Company Minx	80 80/1(-300%)	(10) Company Minx 80/1, Ran to form 3l third in a classified race over C&D most recent run; off a short-break; bit to find Placed over C&D eight weeks ago but in a minor classified event; others are stronger.

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A trappy contest in which many arrive with something to prove, so only a tentative vote can go to TOUGH AT THE TOP. Tim Easterby's charge hinted at ability in novice/maiden company and it would come as no surprise were he to build on that now sent handicapping. Arlington went down by a narrow margin at Newcastle last time out and is respected, while Port Hedland might not be far away either.

Port Hedland can win races for Tony Carroll but TOUGH AT THE TOP looks a likely big improver now making his handicap debut.

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