1 Friday 10th May 2024 UK Horse Racing Speed Ratings & Tips

There were 56 Races on Friday 10th May 2024 across 8 meetings. There was 7 races at Market Rasen, 7 races at Ascot, 8 races at Chester, 7 races at Downpatrick, 6 races at Nottingham, 6 races at Ripon, 8 races at Cork, 7 races at Sedgefield, no doubt Tomform helped you find a winner.

13:30 Chester Handicap (Class 2) 8f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (3) (16/5 +62%) Percy's Lad	16/5(+62%)	(3) Percy's Lad 16/5, C&D winner. Good second of 15 in handicap at Newmarket (7f, good to firm, 12/1) on reappearance 22 days ago, running on. A 1 lb nudge for that looks more than fair but the outside stall could make life awkward. Respectable third (off 3lb higher from wide draw) in this race last year.
2 2nd (5) (3/1 +50%) Dancing Magic	3/1(+50%)	(5) Dancing Magic 3/1, Yet to win but he's a useful performer and his reappearance sixth of 21 in the Newbury Spring Cup was quite encouraging. Eased another 2 lb and much respected from a handy inside stall with William Buick doing the steering. Useful maiden who is well treated on a few pieces of Group form; first win is plausible.
3 3rd (7) (28/1 -75%) Documenting	28/1(-75%)	(7) Documenting 28/1, Snapped a losing run in decisive fashion at Chelmsford (7f) last month. Should remain competitive off 5 lb higher assuming a widish stall doesn't prove too troublesome. Recent AW win shows he retains plenty of ability; not solid on 2023 turf form.
4 4th (2) (40/1 -233%) Alzahir	40/1(-233%)	(2) Alzahir 40/1, Useful dual winner for the Gosden stable. Had 2 outings for this yard at the end of last summer, finishing a creditable fifth of 12 on AW at Chelmsford final start. Could be the type to make his mark in some good handicaps this year. Made a winning reappearance last year; possibilities on 2024 seasonal debut.
5th 5th (8) (4/1 +11%) Liamarty Dreams	4/1(+11%)	(8) Liamarty Dreams 4/1, C&D winner who arrives on a hat-trick after 7f wins at Doncaster and Musselburgh this summer. This front-runner is well drawn to attack from the 2 box and another bold showing is on the cards. Won over C&D in 2022; two from two this term, looking better than ever; respected.
6th 6th (1) (18/1 -112%) Finn's Charm	18/1(-112%)	(1) Finn's Charm 18/1, Won on 1m Musselburgh handicap on his 3-y-o reappearance. More miss than hit later that season but fresh might be the time to catch him. Has also had wind surgery since last seen. Quite interesting on seasonal debut, having won easily on reappearance last term.
7th 7th (12) (18/1 +18%) Victoria Falls	18/1(+18%)	(12) Victoria Falls 18/1, Won a pair of turf handicaps at the end of last summer. Also a good second at Newmarket in September but off since a lesser run on AW in November. Has done her winning in Class 5; something to prove in this much higher grade.
8th 8th (6) (16/1 -14%) Boardman	16/1(-14%)	(6) Boardman 16/1, Three-time C&D winner. 25/1, shaped quite well when sixth of 9 in handicap at Haydock (7f, heavy) 13 days ago, not knocked about. Enters calculations. Normally does well in May but he was beaten in this race in 2022 and 2023.
9th 9th (11) (16/1 -14%) Fools Rush In	16/1(-14%)	(11) Fools Rush In 16/1, On a long losing run and no obvious promise for new yard at Ripon last month. Handily drawn but a watching brief has to be the call after that. Three-time winner at Chester (in summer months); however, losing run is mounting up.
10th 10th (9) (16/1 -33%) Master Zoffany	16/1(-33%)	(9) Master Zoffany 16/1, C&D winner last September. Got his head back in front at Newcastle in December but has been below par on AW since. Needs a return to turf to spark a revival back form a short break. Draw not ideal. Three wins at Chester; not in top form lately but may prove resurgent back here.
11th 11th (13) (22/1 -100%) Island Native	22/1(-100%)	(13) Island Native 22/1, Won twice on AW at the start of the year. Ran creditably back on turf when second of 8 at Brighton 3 weeks ago. Cheekpieces off, visor on. No reason why he won't give his running again. Could go well off bottom weight, with leading Chester rider Franny Norton on board.
12th 12th (4) (10/1 +0%) Revich	10/1(+0%)	(4) Revich 10/1, Four-time course winner, including this race 12 months ago. Well held in the Lincoln and Spring Cup this season but good chance this has been the main target and he's dropped to back to the mark he defied at Ayr last autumn. Has form figures of 431 in this contest, winning readily off 3lb lower 12 months ago.
13th 13th (10) (33/1 -136%) Trip To Rome	33/1(-136%)	(10) Trip To Rome 33/1, Made a good start for this stable when third in 7ff Wolverhampton handicap on reappearance in February but it's been downhill, finishing a remote last of 8 back on turf at Bath 12 days ago. First-time cheekpieces need to spark a revival. Fairly useful on AW; still has something to prove on turf; headgear enlisted.

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13:30 Chester Handicap (Class 2) 8f Race Class Flow

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

The hat-trick seeking Liamarty Dreams (fifth) commands respect from a handy draw but looks a shade vulnerable off his highest mark yet, so may be worth taking on. Both Master Zoffany (winner) and PERCY'S LAD (second) had wide berths when they finished ahead of Liamarty Dreams over this C&D last September and the latter looks worth chancing after an encouraging second at this level on his seasonal debut at Newmarket.

DANCING MAGIC should be spot on for this after a decent comeback run in the Newbury Spring Cup and, from a good draw, can gain an overdue first career success. The excellent course records of Revich and Boardman makes them a must for the shortlist, while the thriving Liamarty Dreams should also figure prominently from stall 2.

Off a reduced mark and from a handy draw, useful maiden DANCING MAGIC is taken to open his account. Island Native is second choice.

13:40 Market Rasen Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 17f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (2) (13/2 -63%) Chicago Gal	13/2(-63%)	(2) Chicago Gal 13/2, Fair on the Flat and best effort yet over hurdles when second of 7 at Wetherby in March. Nudged up 1 lb but she ought to be thereabouts again. 18 career defeats include seven over hurdles; clear second at Wetherby latest (2m, soft).
2 2nd (9) (10/1 -122%) Cofficionado	10/1(-122%)	(9) Cofficionado 10/1, Well held in Haydock maiden on sole start on Flat in September 2022 and has performed to only a modest level at best in 3 juvenile hurdles so far. In good hands and given a low mark to work with. Had wind surgery ahead of handicap debut but bit to prove even off this low a mark.
3 3rd (7) (40/1 -300%) Cellar Club	40/1(-300%)	(7) Cellar Club 40/1, Little to shout about so far so switch to handicaps needs to bring about lots of improvement. Improved form last time though only three ran and she may have been flattered.
4 4th (4) (14/1 -40%) A Shining Moon	14/1(-40%)	(4) A Shining Moon 14/1, Hasn't had much racing over hurdles and narrowly denied in 8-runner handicap at Kelso in September. Merely ticked over on the AW more recently but can give a good account with usual cheekpieces back on. Has threatened over hurdles but not beaten a rival in his last two AW starts.
5th 5th (6) (11/2 +45%) Gone In Sixty	11/2(+45%)	(6) Gone In Sixty 11/2, Long-standing maiden who finished placed twice over fences during the autumn. Unable to continue the good work since and now back from a break over timber minus usual tongue tie. 0-18 and has been chasing, but he's back from a break on a good mark and ground ideal.
6th 6th (3) (40/1 -100%) Record Art	40/1(-100%)	(3) Record Art 40/1, Has never stood much racing and was entitled to need comeback run at Uttoxeter last month. Handicaps more suitable but mark does still ask for more. Lengthy breaks a feature in profile but has ability; could be a dark one on handicap debut.
7th 7th (8) (5/4 +44%) Swiss Money	5/4(+44%)	(8) Swiss Money 5/4, A fairly useful winner on the Flat in France who has a lowly mark to work with over hurdles and conceded first run when second at Kempton 18 days ago. Tongue strap back on and plenty to recommend him for in-form yard. Second to a Derham handicapper at Kempton; not far away with a repeat of that.
8th 8th (1) (6/1 -20%) Mount Ferns	6/1(-20%)	(1) Mount Ferns 6/1, Runner-up in a bumper a year ago. Yet to translate that to hurdling, though mid-field effort at Huntingdon was much more like it. Handicap debut. Second in a bumper; latest hurdle run wasn't too shoddy and he now goes handicapping.
9th 9th (5) (8/1 +33%) Lenebane	8/1(+33%)	(5) Lenebane 8/1, Maiden hurdler who is essentially dropping in the weights without looking ready to take advantage. Still a maiden and had six chances in handicaps; ran quite well in two of them.
10th 10th (10) (200/1 -100%) Luduamf	200/1(-100%)	(10) Luduamf 200/1, No solid form for a while in various company. 1-34 overall; out of the weights on his first run for more than three years.

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13:40 Market Rasen Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 17f Race Class Flow

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

CHICAGO GAL bounced back to form when filling second place over 2m at Wetherby last time and the five-year-old merits the utmost respect off a 1lb higher mark here. Mount Ferns has improved with each start in novice/maiden company and should not be discounted on his handicap debut, while Record Art and Lenebane are others who make the shortlist in an open event.

SWISS MONEY has a hurdles mark very similar to his Flat one so a fairly easy handicapping case can be made for him on the back of a more encouraging display at Kempton. Cofficionado should also be capable of doing some damage in a race like this, with Chicago Gal likely to give it a good go.

None of these are wildly appealing. SWISS MONEY did run well at Kempton the last time when dividing his market rivals.

13:50 Ascot Handicap (Class 2) 7f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (5) (10/1 -67%) Arctic Thunder	10/1(-67%)	(5) Arctic Thunder 10/1, Different proposition on second start when landing 10-runner maiden at Kempton in January. Just a fair fourth in a better race over 1m a month later but he's in top hands ahead of handicap/turf debut. Fourth of five behind Notable Speech at Kempton when last seen; makes turf debut.
2 2nd (2) (11/4 +0%) Accumulate	11/4(+0%)	(2) Accumulate 11/4, Calyx colt who produced a promising first effort when second at Ascot in September and justified favouritism both starts since, namely a maiden at Newmarket and a novice at Lingfield. Can leave bare form behind now handicapping at 3 yrs. Progressive in three starts last autumn; may need further now but should be better to come.
3 3rd (1) (2/1 -6%) Dragon Leader	2/1(-6%)	(1) Dragon Leader 2/1, Won first 3 starts before finding only one too strong in 17-runner valuable sales race at Doncaster (6.5f) in September. Stood out on form and duly landed the odds in the 2-y-o Trophy at Redcar and no surprise were he have more to offer as a 3-y-o. Handicap debut. Won four of five as a 2yo including two big sales races; major player if in the same form.
4 4th (6) (2/1 +80%) American Bay	2/1(+80%)	(6) American Bay 2/1, Fairly useful form when placed on all 3 starts after debut last year and reappearance fourth at Newbury was really encouraging, denied a clear run and keeping on well. Looks well weighted. 0-5 but has twice gone close and got no run on his reappearance; worth a second look.
5th 5th (3) (20/1 -233%) Geologist	20/1(-233%)	(3) Geologist 20/1, Well placed by connections to win a Ripon novice and a listed race kin Germany at 2 yrs. Not in quite the same form in Meydan this year, albeit latest second in first-time cheekpieces was a bit more like it. Doesn't possess the scope of some now handicapping. Last five runs have been abroad; ran with credit in Meydan but relatively exposed.

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13:50 Ascot Handicap (Class 2) 7f Race Class Flow

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

A highly progressive colt last season, with valuable successes at York and Redcar, DRAGON LEADER appeals as just the type to progress over further at three. The son of El Kabeir is top-weight for good reason and he could have too much class for Accumulate, who arrives on a hat-trick after supplementing a breakthrough Newmarket triumph when upped to 1m at Lingfield in November. Arctic Thunder ran with plenty of credit when less than three lengths behind subsequent 2000 Guineas hero Notable Speech at Kempton most recently and he is another to consider.

AMERICAN BAY's reappearance run at Newbury was chock-full of promise, sure to have finished closer with a clear run, and he can prove himself to be well handicapped this time. Dragon Leader was a pretty talented 2-y-o and he has to be feared, with Accumulate a potential improver for his top yard.

It may be worth siding with AMERICAN BAY who would have finished much nearer had he enjoyed a clear run on his Newbury return.

14:05 Chester Maiden (Class 2) 12f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(6) (33/1 -50%) Tryfan	33/1(-50%)	(6) Tryfan 33/1, Fair third on 1¼m AW debut last autumn. Not to seen to best effect when fifth of 6 on Beverley reappearance and retains potential. Has ordinary form claims and may be more interesting in handicaps shortly.
(2) (100/1 +0%) Enzo Maresca	100/1(+0%)	(2) Enzo Maresca 100/1, 22/1, showed only greenness when always behind on 1m Bath debut 3 weeks ago. Tongue tie added. Significantly longer trip needs to spark major improvement. Inauspicious debut (finished last) in 1m maiden at Bath three weeks ago.
1 1st (4) (17/2 -55%) Mina Rashid	17/2(-55%)	(4) Mina Rashid 17/2, Third on 1m Nottingham debut last autumn but went backwards from that when a well-held sixth on AW in December. Fitted with a hood now upped significantly in trip on reappearance. Others make greater appeal. May yet confirm Nottingham debut promise; hood applied for this return to turf.
2 2nd (3) (11/10 +8%) Ephesus	11/10(+8%)	(3) Ephesus 11/10, Galileo colt who shaped as if in need of the experience when third of 6 on his 10.7f Dundalk debut 4 weeks ago. Seems sure to do better for top connections. Ballydoyle colt who holds G2 entry; promising third at Dundalk last month; major contender.
3 3rd (5) (7/4 +13%) Mr Hampstead	7/4(+13%)	(5) Mr Hampstead 7/4, $575,000 son of Galileo who shaped with plenty of encouragement when second on 1¼m Newcastle debut in November. Built on that when fourth in a useful Newbury novice (1¼m again) on reappearance and more to come now stepping up to 1½m. Leading claims. Holds major entries; clear promise over 1m2f; should relish this longer trip; respected.
4 4th (1) (9/1 -50%) Ancient Myth	9/1(-50%)	(1) Ancient Myth 9/1, Fetched 425,000 gns as a yearling and shaped well when chasing home a useful Godolphin colt on debut at Wolverhampton (9.5f) in February. Heavy ground provides a plausible excuse for a disappointing run at Doncaster since. Retains potential. Possibly unsuited by soft ground last time; may yet confirm Wolverhampton debut promise.
5th 5th (7) (66/1 +18%) Moonsilver	66/1(+18%)	(7) Moonsilver 66/1, Modest form in 2 outings on AW in recent weeks, beaten 10¼ lengths when third over 11f at Kempton latterly. Modest efforts on AW; others preferred.

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14:05 Chester Maiden (Class 2) 12f Race Class Flow

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

Unraced as a juvenile, Ballydoyle representative EPHESUS wasn't far behind a better fancied stablemate on his debut over an extended 1m2f at Dundalk last month and, given he was doing his best work at the finish, there is good reason to expect the son of Galileo to improve for this sterner test of stamina. Mr Hampstead rates the chief threat, with Mina Rashid considered the pick of the rest.

MR HAMPSTEAD should be suited by the step up to 1½m and can get the better of fellow Galileo colt Ephesus. Ancient Myth got stuck in the mud at Doncaster in March but looked promising on his debut prior to that and could also have a part to play for Karl Burke.

Upped in trip, MR HAMPSTEAD is taken to emulate his sister Savethelastdance by winning at this meeting. Ephesus is feared most.

14:10 Market Rasen Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 17f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (3) (8/11 +12%) Ittack Blue	8/11(+12%)	(3) Ittack Blue 8/11, 310,000 gns purchase after winning a point in Ireland. Hasn't built on his promising hurdle debut second at Newbury in November 2022 in a very light career since but he might be worth another chance back from a further 6 months off. Highly encouraging form before disappointing in a novice at Ludlow in October.
2 2nd (1) (6/4 -9%) Can't Resist It	6/4(-9%)	(1) Can't Resist It 6/4, Fair form in bumpers in Ireland. Bought for €35,000 in October and showed an aptitude for hurdling tried tongue tied when third in a Huntingdon maiden (2m) in January. That form has worked out well and he's likely capable of better for his in-form stable. Useful bumper form in Ireland; good third on stable debut and likely hard to beat.
3 3rd (7) (22/1 +12%) Red Nile	22/1(+12%)	(7) Red Nile 22/1, £12,000 Doyen gelding. Half-brother to fairly useful French hurdler Avenue du Mesnil. Dam unraced half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/chaser (17f-2½m winner) Scarlet Row. Worth a precautionary betting check on debut. £12,000 3yo; fourth foal; half-brother to French 2m2f-2m3f hurdle winner Avenue Du Mesnil.
4 4th (8) (28/1 +15%) Ready To Shine	28/1(+15%)	(8) Ready To Shine 28/1, Fair handicapper on Flat (stays 1¾m) but no short-term promise on C&D hurdle debut in March. 1m4f winner; 33-1 and tailed off on hurdling debut here in March.
5th 5th (6) (14/1 +65%) A Day To Dream	14/1(+65%)	(6) A Day To Dream 14/1, Modest Flat winner. Not an obvious one to make a winning start over hurdles but Brian Hughes has been booked. Record of 1-17 on the Flat and has forever plied his trade at a lowly level.
6th 6th (4) (125/1 +38%) Lord Warburton	125/1(+38%)	(4) Lord Warburton 125/1, Modest at best on Flat (stays 1½m) and no show in a pair of 20.5f course maiden hurdles this spring. Of little account on the Flat and it's been a similar story so far over hurdles; opposable.
7th 7th (2) (20/1 -122%) Inca	20/1(-122%)	(2) Inca 20/1, £20,000 purchase after finishing runner-up on his completed start in Irish points (May 2023). The betting should guide now hurdling for new connections. Not a strong point in which he finished second 12 months ago; bought for £20,000.
\|PU\| \|PU\| (5) (66/1 -230%) Mayaal	66/1(-230%)	(5) Mayaal 66/1, Fair maiden at best on Flat (stays 1½m) for Eoghan O'Neill. Off for 11 months ahead of hurdle debut for new stable. The betting is perhaps the best guide to expectations. Flat maiden who finished last in a 1m4f Irish handicap 12 months ago.

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14:10 Market Rasen Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 17f Race Class Flow

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

CAN'T RESIST IT showed plenty of promise when third on his hurdling/stable debut over 2m at Huntingdon earlier in the year and it would be no surprise to see him get off the mark in this moderate event. Ittack Blue has yet to live up to his 310,000gns price tag but Dan Skelton's gelding remains the main threat to the selection. Inca displayed some ability between the flags and is next best.

Dan Skelton's ITTACK BLUE is given one more chance back from another break. Can't Resist It shaped quite nicely on his Huntingdon hurdle/stable debut back in January and is the obvious danger in a maiden lacking depth.

This is likely to concern ITTACK BLUE and Can't Resist It. The selection ran moderately last time but had looked promising.

14:20 Ascot Maiden (Class 2) 5f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(1) (22/1 -57%) Lift Lady	22/1(-57%)	(1) Lift Lady 22/1, Foaled April 1. 38,000 gns yearling, Kodi Bear filly. Sister to 7f winner Lady Onyx. Dam 5f winner out of useful 7f winner Dangle. 3/1, sixth of 7 in maiden at Leicester (5f, heavy) on debut 13 days ago. Beaten a long way when favourite for her Leicester debut; big improvement is needed.
1 1st (2) (5/6 +40%) Miss Rascal	5/6(+40%)	(2) Miss Rascal 5/6, Foaled April 8. Havana Gold filly. Dam unraced half-sister to useful 9f winner Up And Under.Promising type. 9/2, sixth of 13 in maiden at Newmarket (5f, good to firm) on debut 23 days ago, finishing with running left. Likely to improve and highly respected. Caught the eye when sixth on her Newmarket debut; major player with the run under her belt.
2 2nd (6) (4/1 +0%) Naana's Diamond	4/1(+0%)	(6) Naana's Diamond 4/1, Foaled March 6. €30,000 yearling, Invincible Army filly. Dam unraced out of Prix de Sandringham/Prix Chloe winner Rock Me Baby. Promising individual. Second of 12 in minor event (8/1) at Thirsk (5f, heavy) on debut 20 days ago. May well do better. Second on her Thirsk debut; will probably need to improve a fair bit in order to win this.
3 3rd (7) (9/2 +18%) Dolce Vitta	9/2(+18%)	(7) Dolce Vitta 9/2, Foaled April 22. Cotai Glory filly. Half-sister to 2-y-o 6f winner Glamorously. Dam 2-y-o 6f/7f winner. One to note on debut. Stable does have 2yos go in first time and she is worth a market check.
4 4th (5) (22/1 -38%) Kylie Of Lochalsh	22/1(-38%)	(5) Kylie Of Lochalsh 22/1, Foaled April 4. 16,000 gns foal, 22,000 gns yearling, Kodi Bear filly. Half-sister to 3 winners, including 2-y-o 7f/1m winner Eyelool and 7f/1m winner Petticoat Rule. Stable has the occasional 2yo winner first time out; market may reveal more.
5th 5th (4) (22/1 -175%) Double O One	22/1(-175%)	(4) Double O One 22/1, Foaled March 18. 40,000 gns foal, 30,000 gns yearling, Showcasing filly. Closely related to 2-y-o 5f winner Lucy Lulu and 2-y-o 7f winner Lufu. Stable's 2yos are usually better for a run.
6th 6th (3) (10/1 -100%) Miss Show Down	10/1(-100%)	(3) Miss Show Down 10/1, Foaled February 14. 52,000 gns yearling, Showcasing filly. Sister to 2-y-o 6f winner Miss Show Off. Dam useful Italian winner up to 1m (2-y-o 5f winner). Stable won this race with a newcomer in 2018 and 2021; watch the market.

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14:20 Ascot Maiden (Class 2) 5f Race Class Flow

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

MISS RASCAL caught the eye on her introduction at Newmarket when carried left at the start before staying on well late in the piece for sixth. With normal improvement expected, she looks well capable of breaking the maiden ahead of Naana's Diamond, who ran an excellent race first time out when second at Thirsk. Dolce Vitta is an interesting newcomer, while the Clive Cox stable has been going well of late and his debutant Miss Show Down is also worth a second look.

MISS RASCAL very much caught the eye on debut at Newmarket last month, and looks the one to beat. Nanna's Diamond also shaped well on debut, while Dolce Vitta and Miss Show Down are interesting newcomers.

The choice is MISS RASCAL who went into plenty of notebooks when a fast-finishing sixth of 13 on her Newmarket debut.

14:35 Chester Handicap (Class 2) 10f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(2) (4/1 +0%) Bolster	4/1(+0%)	(2) Bolster 4/1, Landed first 2 starts in novice company 8 months apart and having left Simon Crisford, he produced a huge career best when making a successful return to action at Pontefract 18 days ago. Scopey sort who may well defy 5 lb rise. Pontefract reappearance success took his record to 3-5; looks the type to improve further.
(3) (11/4 +31%) Botanical	11/4(+31%)	(3) Botanical 11/4, Hamilton novice winner on second career start in July and taking on his elders, he showed his handicap mark to be all wrong back at that venue in October (9.2f). 10 lb rise more than fair on this return to action for leading yard. Form stacks up well; very useful performance at Hamilton on last appearance; respected.
1 1st (5) (9/4 +59%) City Streak	9/4(+59%)	(5) City Streak 9/4, Successful at this meeting a year and just about better than ever when second on reappearance at Bath last month. Same mark here so likely to give it a good go. Won at this meeting last year; ran creditably at Bath on reappearance; big player.
2 2nd (4) (7/2 +46%) Box To Box	7/2(+46%)	(4) Box To Box 7/2, Chester regular, gaining both 2023 wins over this C&D. Raced at Sakhit in more recent times, second to the re-opposing Parlando when last seen in February. Form figures at Chester rear 116121; on a career-high mark but looks solid back here.
3 3rd (9) (28/1 -27%) Woodstock City	28/1(-27%)	(9) Woodstock City 28/1, Latest win at Deauville in August but struggled to recapture that form on the AW this winter. Ex-French 4yo who is not solid judged on British record; enough to prove.
4 4th (7) (4/1 +67%) Dream Harder	4/1(+67%)	(7) Dream Harder 4/1, Likeable sort who was just about better than ever when winning 8-tunner handicap over 11.3f here in July. Excellent return to action when third at Wolverhampton in March and lesser effort at Kempton easy enough to forgive given the race wasn't run to suit. Engaged 4.10 Chester Thursday. Sole turf win came at Chester (11.5f); failed to land a blow over this trip yesterday.
5th 5th (8) (28/1 -133%) Wadacre Gomez	28/1(-133%)	(8) Wadacre Gomez 28/1, Already had a productive 2024 on the AW, winning twice at up to 10f. Wasn't seen to best effect at Lingfield and lot depends on whether he's as effective on turf. Fairly useful on AW but has something to prove off career-high mark back on turf.
6th 6th (6) (5/1 +50%) Parlando	5/1(+50%)	(6) Parlando 5/1, Useful sort who scored in Bahrain in February (seeing off Box To Box) but was some way below form at Doncaster a month later. Short break since but others are more appealing. Engaged 4.10 Chester Thursday. Ties in with Box To Box on a few pieces of Bahrain form during the winter; not ruled out.
7th 7th (1) (5/1 +17%) Killybegs Warrior	5/1(+17%)	(1) Killybegs Warrior 5/1, Won a valuable 1¼m handicap on the July Course last summer and some smart efforts in defeat subsequently, notably his second from the front in 11f Rosebery at Kempton on reappearance in April. Another sound front-running display at Newmarket last week. Consistent but is again lumbered with top weight and vulnerable to better-treated types.

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14:35 Chester Handicap (Class 2) 10f Race Class Flow

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

BOLSTER impressed when he made a winning return at Pontefract last month and a 5lb higher mark might not be enough to prevent him following up on just his second start for Karl Burke. This is a deeper race, though, and several others have chances. Killybegs Warrior had the selection back in 10th when he won at Newmarket last July and is expected to go well, while City Streak and Box To Box can also make this tough for the selection.

BOLSTER and Botanical are low-mileage 4-y-os with the scope to rate quite a bit higher this year. Separating them isn't easy but Bolster has the benefit of a recent run (emphatic Pontefract success) so is marginally preferred. Of the rest, City Streak won here a year ago and a bold bid looks on the cards.

The suggestion is CITY STREAK who should build on his Bath reappearance effort. Botanical and Bolster are respected.

14:40 Market Rasen Handicap Chase (Class 5) 21f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (10) (10/1 +38%) The Electrician	10/1(+38%)	(10) The Electrician 10/1, Unreliable sort. 9/1 and blinkered for 1st time, fair fourth of 7 in handicap chase at Southwell (24.3f, heavy) 82 days ago. Needs to back it up with headgear again sported. Dual chase winner but last season didn't go anywhere, latterly in first-time blinkers.
2 2nd (2) (11/2 +45%) Our Bill's Aunt	11/2(+45%)	(2) Our Bill's Aunt 11/2, 12/1, sixth of 8 in handicap hurdle at Huntingdon (20.7f, soft) 58 days ago. Makes handicap chase debut with more needed. Consistent hurdler who won off a similar mark in that discipline; chase debut.
3 3rd (1) (9/1 -64%) Friary Rock	9/1(-64%)	(1) Friary Rock 9/1, Pulled up in handicap chase at Musselburgh (15.8f, soft, 3/1) 126 days ago. Significantly back up in trip. Visor back on. Looks competitive on form if back on song. Five-time winner; back from a break on suitable ground and hard to rule out.
4 4th (8) (7/2 -27%) Beat The Edge	7/2(-27%)	(8) Beat The Edge 7/2, Ungenuine type. 11/4, respectable third of 7 in handicap chase at Wetherby (15.2f, heavy) 43 days ago, finding little. Can give a good account if in the mood again. Stays 3m so it wasn't a bad run at Wetherby in March over 1m7f; well handicapped.
5th 5th (5) (7/2 -27%) Titanium Bullet	7/2(-27%)	(5) Titanium Bullet 7/2, Still a maiden but posted a good third of 6 in handicap chase (9/2) at Catterick (19.2f, soft) 65 days ago. Player off a 2 lb lower mark with that form working out well. Close up in first two chases at Catterick and not his first below-par run on soft latest.
\|PU\| \|PU\| (7) (9/2 +55%) Harry Du Berlais	9/2(+55%)	(7) Harry Du Berlais 9/2, Course winner. Eighth of 11 in handicap chase (11/1) at Catterick (25.2f, heavy) 134 days ago. Visored for 1st time. Course winner in late 2022 but has lost his way; back from a break in new headgear.
\|PU\| \|PU\| (3) (13/2 -86%) Okavango Delta	13/2(-86%)	(3) Okavango Delta 13/2, 16/1, solid third of 8 in handicap chase at Doncaster (19.1f, good to soft) 103 days ago. In the mix. This is easier than when third at Doncaster and today's longer trip should help.
\|PU\| \|PU\| (6) (20/1 -25%) Myburg	20/1(-25%)	(6) Myburg 20/1, 12/1, pulled up in handicap chase at Hexham (20.1f, heavy) 14 months ago. Others more persuasive. Dual winner; nothing wrong with his mark but has been a long-time absent.
\|PU\| \|PU\| (9) (66/1 +0%) Deja Rouge	66/1(+0%)	(9) Deja Rouge 66/1, 250/1 and tongue strap on for 1st time, pulled up in handicap chase at Huntingdon (23.6f, soft) 58 days ago. Others appeal more. Ex-Gordon Elliott; has shown precious little since joining this yard.

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14:40 Market Rasen Handicap Chase (Class 5) 21f Race Class Flow

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

Soft ground appeared to be against TITANIUM BULLET at Catterick and he is best judged on his close fourth there the time before. A reproduction of that level of form here could see the six-year-old come in front off a 2lb lower mark. Friary Rock is another to consider, despite an underwhelming Musselburgh effort when last seen. Okavango Delta and Our Bill's Aunt complete the shortlist.

A few of these arrive with question marks against them so this looks a good opportunity for TITANIUM BULLET to capitalise on a handy mark and gain a breakthrough success. Doncaster-third Okavango Delta is next on the list, with Friary Rock and Beat The Edge also in the picture if on their A-game.

The suggestion is BEAT THE EDGE (nap) who has dropped to a very tempting mark and probably needs this longer trip these days.

14:55 Ascot Maiden (Class 4) 10f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (3) (7/1 +72%) Nakheel	7/1(+72%)	(3) Nakheel 7/1, 14/1, very green in 7f Chelmsford event on debut in November. Significantly up in trip. Tongue strap on 1st time. Well held on her Chelmsford debut last November; needs to improve; tongue-tie on.
2 2nd (5) (3/1 -20%) Queen Of Soldiers	3/1(-20%)	(5) Queen Of Soldiers 3/1, 100,000 gns foal, €380,000 yearling, Sea The Stars filly. Half-sister to 2-y-o 1m winner My Lion. Dam British/French winner up to 12.5f (2-y-o 1m winner). Likely type on paper and Ribblesdale entry catches the eye. Something to like on breeding and she has a Ribblesdale entry; market support significant.
3 3rd (1) (15/2 +25%) Hillbridge	15/2(+25%)	(1) Hillbridge 15/2, Frankel filly. Dam, 6f winner who stayed 1m, half-sister to US Grade 1 1m (including Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies Turf) winner Newspaperofrecord. 7/1, carrying condition and green when well held on debut at Newmarket (1m) 3 weeks ago. Up in trip. Well held on her Newmarket debut but pedigree suggests she can do better.
4 4th (6) (6/1 -167%) Queens Fort	6/1(-167%)	(6) Queens Fort 6/1, Galileo filly. Closely related to 1½m winner March Moon, from the family of Oaks/Irish Oaks winner (2-y-o 7f winner) Sariska. Ribblesdale entry and one to note. Stable won this with a newcomer in 2022 and enough in her pedigree to make her of interest.
5th 5th (4) (11/4 +0%) Pure Of Heart	11/4(+0%)	(4) Pure Of Heart 11/4, 120,000 gns Awtaad filly. Closely related to 2-y-o 8.3f winner Laafiraaq and useful 11.4f/12.4f winner Cross My Mind. 4/1, bred to be useful, was well backed and made a promising start in 1m Sandown maiden in September. Should improve up in trip for in-form yard. Fair form when fourth on last September's Sandown debut; the longer trip should suit.
6th 6th (2) (9/2 +10%) Min Huna	9/2(+10%)	(2) Min Huna 9/2, Dubawi filly. Dam lightly-raced half-sister to very smart 2-y-o 7f winner Saamidd and smart 1½m winner Talmada. Likely type first time up. Enough to like on pedigree and the market should be informative.

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14:55 Ascot Maiden (Class 4) 10f Race Class Flow

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

Fresh off a notable success in the 1000 Guineas last Sunday, Roger Varian could have another smart filly on his hands in the shape of expensive newcomer QUEEN OF SOLDIERS. Her Listed-winning dam struck first time out and she is narrowly preferred to Pure Of Heart, who shaped with plenty of promise when fourth on her introduction over a mile at Sandown back in September. A well-bred daughter of Galileo, Queens Fort is one to monitor for market support as she makes her debut for strong connections.

This could go to one of the newcomers from the big Newmarket yards, with QUEEN OF SOLDIERS chanced over Queens Fort before market clues. Pure of Heart shaped well on debut at Sandown in September and will improve, so must be respected.

This can go to the debutante QUEENS FORT, a Ribblesdale entry whose stable won this race with a newcomer two years ago.

15:05 Chester Group 2 (Class 1) 10f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(8) (6/1 -9%) Royal Rhyme	6/1(-9%)	(8) Royal Rhyme 6/1, Bolted up in a Glorious Goodwood handicap last summer and confirmed himself a highly talented colt when taking an Ayr listed race (1¼m, good) in September. Far from disgraced stepped up to a Group 1 when fifth in Champion Stakes at Ascot final start. Appeals as one who will do well at 4 yrs. May have more to offer in 2024 when the ground is ideal (4-5 on softer than good).
(1) (14/1 +13%) Certain Lad	14/1(+13%)	(1) Certain Lad 14/1, Runner-up in this 2 years ago and proved he's still a smart performer when ending a 3-year losing streak in a York handicap in October before following up at Doncaster a fortnight later. Respectable fourth in Group 3 at Newbury on return but likely to find a few too strong in this. Finished second in this race two years ago but this is a deeper Huxley.
(9) (33/1 -18%) Sunchart	33/1(-18%)	(9) Sunchart 33/1, Useful gelding who ended a lengthy losing run when a wide-margin winner of a listed event at Navan (10.4f, heavy) on return but a follow up in this company is most unlikely. Poor strike-rate; not an obvious type to follow up his Naas reappearance win.
1 1st (6) (7/4 +30%) Passenger	7/4(+30%)	(6) Passenger 7/4, Quickly developed into a smart performer last year, making a winning debut in Wood Ditton before unlucky not to follow up in the Dante. Found Derby coming too soon but firmly back on track after a break when narrow winner of Group 3 at Windsor final start. Very much the type to make a better 4-y-o. The type to improve further this term and his trainer has won this race seven times.
2 2nd (3) (13/8 +60%) Israr	13/8(+60%)	(3) Israr 13/8, Smart performer who won at this level at Newmarket (12f) in July. Disappointed in Qatar in February but back on track in this headgear when close third in Gordon Richards Stakes at Sandown 2 weeks ago. Needs considering. Group 2 winner last term; ran creditably in first-time blinkers at Sandown most recently.
3 3rd (7) (11/1 +8%) Regal Reality	11/1(+8%)	(7) Regal Reality 11/1, Talented veteran who has won a Group 3 every year bar one since 2018, including 6-runner Diomed Stakes at Epsom last summer. Some good efforts in defeat later in the season and made a respectable return in Earl of Sefton at Newmarket. Not discounted. Retains ability aged nine but again looks vulnerable to some of the younger rivals.
4 4th (4) (14/1 -17%) Mashhoor	14/1(-17%)	(4) Mashhoor 14/1, Very much had the run of the race when completing hat-trick in Group 3 at the Curragh last summer and has struggled since, including at the Curragh on return. Headgear now given a whirl. Others preferred. Successful second time out in each of the last two seasons; poised to go well.
5th 5th (2) (11/2 +8%) Hans Andersen	11/2(+8%)	(2) Hans Andersen 11/2, Useful colt who was seen only 3 times last season but didn't have much trouble landing the odds in minor event at Dundalk (12f) 5 weeks ago. Much more on his plate now, however. Won at Dundalk on seasonal debut; unexposed over middle distances; interesting.
6th 6th (5) (16/1 +0%) Oviedo	16/1(+0%)	(5) Oviedo 16/1, Progressed well last season having been highly tried at 2 yrs, ending the campaign with excellent fourth of 34 in Cambridgeshire at Newmarket, doing best of those who didn't race in the stand-side group. However. will find this a very different kind of test and likely to come up short on return. Useful handicap form last term; stiffer task in this field but may improve further.

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15:05 Chester Group 2 (Class 1) 10f Race Class Flow

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

Hans Andersen was on target over 1m4f at Dundalk last month and he must be respected for a trainer who has won two of the previous three renewals, but it is ISRAR who shades preference. The son of Muhaarar travelled smoothly into contention in the Gordon Richards at Sandown a fortnight ago before fading into third late on, but perhaps he will be able to sustain that finishing effort now back on a sounder surface. Passenger must also feature prominently in calculations.

PASSENGER quickly made up into a smart performer in a light 3-y-o campaign and he very much has the profile of one who will develop further this year. This looks a good starting point and can provide Sir Michael Stoute with a record-extending 8th success. Royal Rhyme is another who promises to make a better 4-y-o and rates a likely threat along with Israr, who won at this level last season.

Passenger holds obvious claims but an interesting alternative is MASHHOOR, who is usually one to catch second time out.

15:15 Market Rasen Handicap Hurdle (Class 3) 23f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (6) (10/1 +0%) Lihyan	10/1(+0%)	(6) Lihyan 10/1, Bounced back to form to record a first success for current connections at Musselburgh in December and has remained in good form since, unsuited by the way things developed when fourth at Ayr last time. Not dismissed. Unraced beyond 2m4f but he's running well and a strong traveller.
2 2nd (8) (4/1 +27%) Porter In The Park	4/1(+27%)	(8) Porter In The Park 4/1, Looked back to her best when edging ahead late to score at Ludlow last time. Unexposed over this distance, so there could be more to come. Good ground the key to her and finished well to get up late on at Ludlow.
3 3rd (1) (16/1 -256%) Giovanni Change	16/1(-256%)	(1) Giovanni Change 16/1, Prone to mistakes over hurdles but recorded a fourth success in this last year. Good effort in a chasern here last time and presumably been primed for a big run after four months off. Last year's winner; running well when last seen and can show his form when fresh.
4 4th (7) (7/2 +50%) For Gina	7/2(+50%)	(7) For Gina 7/2, Third handicap win of the season when seeing off 6 rivals at Fakenham (3m, soft) in February and back on track when third at Plumpton last month. Should be on the premises again. Did well to finish third at Plumpton last month after her rider lost the irons late on.
5th 5th (10) (10/1 -82%) Burrows Hall	10/1(-82%)	(10) Burrows Hall 10/1, Holding form well prior to scoring in good style at Catterick in February. Turned over at odds on there next time but race may have come too soon and he's one to keep in mind back from a two-month break. The race perhaps came too soon last time; still on a competitive mark.
6th 6th (9) (9/2 +55%) Southern Babylon	9/2(+55%)	(9) Southern Babylon 9/2, 80,000 gns purchase after placing in an Irish point in May 2022 and confirmed the promise of her hurdling debut when landing 13-runner maiden at Market Rasen (20.5f) in November. Disappointing on both subsequent outings but fairly treated if she can bounce back. Struggled since course win in Nov; possibilities now switched to handicaps.
\|PU\| \|PU\| (3) (7/2 -56%) Legionar	7/2(-56%)	(3) Legionar 7/2, Still lightly raced and made it two from two for this yard when grinding it out from the front at Hereford last time. That form has been boosted by the third since and the hat-trick is a distinct possibilty. 2-2 for this yard and latest form has been franked; good chance if seeing out the trip.
\|PU\| \|PU\| (5) (10/1 +0%) Shantou Express	10/1(+0%)	(5) Shantou Express 10/1, Bagged a small-field Stratford handicap (26.4f, good) last June but hasn't fired since and others are more appealing. Disappointing that he didn't run better when dropped in grade at Ludlow.
\|PU\| \|PU\| (4) (66/1 -65%) Storm Nelson	66/1(-65%)	(4) Storm Nelson 66/1, Won 5 of his 8 starts during a very good spell with Sandy Thomson. Best effort since joining present yard when 13 lengths third of 10 to Johnson's Blue at Doncaster on penultimate outing but followed it with a tame display at Aintree. This is easier than a handicap at Aintree last time but didn't head to that in much form.

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15:15 Market Rasen Handicap Hurdle (Class 3) 23f Race Class Flow

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

Four-time course winner (including this race 12 months ago) Giovanni Change loves it around here and must enter calculations on his first outing since Boxing Day, while For Gina and Porter In The Park are others to note. However, victories at Ludlow and Hereford last month show LEGIONAR to be arriving at the top of his game and he looks capable of defying a further 4lb rise in the ratings.

LEGIONAR has made an excellent start for his current yard and should put up a bold showing for the hat-trick under another positive ride. Burrows Hall is likely to be back on track and Porter In The Park may have more to offer at this trip, so she's also feared.

Good ground is the key to PORTER IN THE PARK and this mare did to well to get up at Ludlow after finding some bother turning in.

15:30 Ascot Handicap (Class 3) 6f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(11) (14/1 -75%) Bernardo O'reilly	14/1(-75%)	(11) Bernardo O'reilly 14/1, Veteran who showed he still has plenty to offer off a sliding mark when not beaten far at Newbury 3 weeks ago, though others preferred on this occasion. On a good mark and ran well at Newbury latest; this isn't sure to be run to suit though.
1 1st (4) (8/1 +0%) Glenfinnan	8/1(+0%)	(4) Glenfinnan 8/1, Won 7f classified event here in September but no better than 4th tried in handicaps otherwise. Probably needed the run back sprinting on return for new yard (sold from Andrew Balding 50,000 gns) but others appeal more. Course win (7f) for Andrew Balding last September; made a low-key stable debut last month.
2 2nd (7) (10/3 +52%) Billyjoh	10/3(+52%)	(7) Billyjoh 10/3, Back-to-back winner on the AW in February and continues to go from strength to strength, just failing at Southwell 2 weeks ago. Seems just as effective on turf and firmly in the picture. Good 2nd at Southwell 12 days ago; 3lb well in; likely to give a good account.
3 3rd (3) (4/1 +20%) Russet Gold	4/1(+20%)	(3) Russet Gold 4/1, Scored at Redcar last summer but came up short in 3 subsequent starts and will probably find a few too good once again on return. Effective over C&D and still brings low mileage; needs a personal best but that's possible.
4 4th (6) (14/1 -75%) The Big Board	14/1(-75%)	(6) The Big Board 14/1, Much improved in 2023, winning 3 times, including off 2 lb higher over 5f here in July. Signed off with a poor run in the Portland at Doncaster and beat only one home at Newmarket on return, but too soon to be writing her off. Course winner; on a good mark if last month's reappearance has sharpened her up.
5th 5th (1) (12/1 +45%) The X O	12/1(+45%)	(1) The X O 12/1, Dual AW winner who posted best effort for a while when 1½ lengths seventh of 12 in handicap at Lingfield (6f, AW). Failed to back that up at Newcastle 6 weeks ago but career best was over this C&D last season when runner-up in a Group 3. Best effort came over C&D one year ago; gelded since latest start; down in class; chance.
6th 6th (5) (10/1 +0%) Raatea	10/1(+0%)	(5) Raatea 10/1, Down the field at Newmarket on return but won second time back last season off a similar mark so not taken lightly. Should step up from reappearance; well treated on best form last year; cheekpieces back on.
7th 7th (2) (11/2 +31%) Grand Traverse	11/2(+31%)	(2) Grand Traverse 11/2, Made a winning stable/handicap debut at Newcastle (6f, 2/1) on return but disappointed back on turf at Newbury since. Impressive at Newcastle on stable/handicap debut; far less convincing at Newbury latest.
8th 8th (9) (15/2 -25%) Dream Composer	15/2(-25%)	(9) Dream Composer 15/2, Improver last year, winning 3 times. Likely to have added to that tally at Goodwood (5f, heavy) last week but for a slow start so shortlisted off the same mark. Last week's fast-finishing third at Goodwood may be flattering; vulnerable at a stiff 6f.
9th 9th (10) (8/1 -60%) Eminency	8/1(-60%)	(10) Eminency 8/1, Progressed into a useful sprinter last season despite not winning. Excuses at Newmarket in July and off since. Sold from Clive Cox 100,000 gns in October and gelded. Type to improve further at 4 yrs. Tongue strap on 1st time. Yet to win a handicap but had some good form in defeat for C Cox last year; check market.

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15:30 Ascot Handicap (Class 3) 6f Race Class Flow

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

Dream Composer finished a close-up third in a class 2 event at Goodwood last week and he goes off an unchanged mark, so he would be foolish to dismiss. However, preference is for BILLYJOH, who was only denied by a neck in second at Southwell and the four-year-old is able to compete off the same rating, despite being bumped up 3lb since. Grand Traverse and Russet Gold are just two others to consider.

BILLYJOH took another step forward when making a fellow improver pull out all the stops at Southwell 12 days ago and remains of interest off the same mark back on turf. Dream Composer is ready to strike judged on last week's run at Goodwood so is another to consider along with Eminency, who looks the type to make a better 4-y-o for a new yard.

Plenty of possibles but the return of cheekpieces tips the scales in favour of RAATEA. Billyjoh can chase him home.

15:40 Chester Handicap (Class 2) 19f - 17 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(3) (8/1 -7%) The Shunter	8/1(-7%)	(3) The Shunter 8/1, Smart winning hurdler/chaser who is lightly raced in this sphere but still added the Cesarewitch at Newmarket in October. Posted a good fifth back hurdling at Punchestown following month and very much of interest on his return here. Won Cesarewitch at Newmarket (2m2f, soft) in October off 6lb lower; needs lots of respect.
1 1st (12) (9/1 +0%) Zoffee	9/1(+0%)	(12) Zoffee 9/1, Runner-up in this in 2023 and back with Hugo Palmer after a couple of underwhelming hurdling efforts for Olly Murphy. No surprise to see him go well once more. Well beaten last five runs (last two hurdling) but pipped in this last year off 3lb higher.
2 2nd (6) (28/1 -155%) Emiyn	28/1(-155%)	(6) Emiyn 28/1, C&D winner who shaped as if needing the run when eleventh of 14 in handicap at Thirsk (12f, heavy) 20 days ago. Can take a step forward with a visor added. Best known for his front-running exploits at Chester, including three wins; visor enlisted.
3 3rd (7) (11/1 +8%) Zanndabad	11/1(+8%)	(7) Zanndabad 11/1, Fairly useful on the Flat and over jumps for his current yard, posting a good second in novice hurdle at Ascot (19.3f, good) 47 days ago. No forlorn hope back in this sphere. Yet to get head in front where it matters for this yard but could have a good prize in him.
4 4th (9) (4/1 +47%) Aztec Empire	4/1(+47%)	(9) Aztec Empire 4/1, Pair of AW wins early last year and better form on turf thereafter, going close in valuable handicap (16.3f) at York In August. Gelded and returns on a lenient mark so very much one to consider. Two places in hot 2m races on good or good to firm last summer; neck 2nd to Forza Orta.
5th 5th (17) (15/2 -25%) Grand Providence	15/2(-25%)	(17) Grand Providence 15/2, Nathaniel filly who scored 3 times in 2023, latest in 2m2f handicap at Newmarket in September. Resumed with a promising third in 2m Newbury handicap so she's firmly in the picture. Good record in 1m6f-2m2f handicaps bar the Cesarewitch; a big run looks on its way.
6th 6th (11) (11/1 +21%) Aqwaam	11/1(+21%)	(11) Aqwaam 11/1, Posted a career best when winning 2m handicap at Lingfield in March. Not seen to best effect when seventh at Kempton (16f) 34 days ago so he's one for the shortlist. Reached new heights during a pretty busy AW campaign, before disappointing on latest start.
7th 7th (1) (22/1 -57%) Falcon Eight	22/1(-57%)	(1) Falcon Eight 22/1, Smart 2m winner who resumed with a below-par sixth in listed race at Saint-Cloud (14.9f, heavy) 39 days ago. No surprise to see him bounce back with that run under his belt. 1st, 5th and 15th in last three Chester Cups; 2nd to Magellan Strait in Irish Cesarewitch.
8th 8th (15) (9/1 +25%) Forza Orta	9/1(+25%)	(15) Forza Orta 9/1, Off 7 months before posting an encouraging seventh of 14 in handicap at Thirsk (12f, heavy) 20 days ago. Significantly up in trip and needs considering. Upped to 2m to win at York Ebor meeting (good to firm) by a neck from Aztec Empire; player.
9th 9th (16) (33/1 +34%) The Grand Visir	33/1(+34%)	(16) The Grand Visir 33/1, It's now 25 runs since his last win in 2019 and this veteran came in a well-beaten last of 14 to Duke of Oxford in handicap at Kempton (16f) 156 days ago. Hard to make a case for. 2nd, 9th and 9th in last three Chester Cups; on losing run; fine chance on best 2023 runs.
10th 10th (14) (9/2 +72%) Too Friendly	9/2(+72%)	(14) Too Friendly 9/2, Won 3 times over hurdles for current yard last summer and added to his tally back on the level in 2m Kempton handicap in March. Only eighth hurdling at Plumpton since but no forlorn hope. Lost his way hurdling but smooth 2m AW winner in March on his only Flat start since 2021.
11th 11th (13) (12/1 -41%) Duke Of Oxford	12/1(-41%)	(13) Duke Of Oxford 12/1, Ended 2023 with a brace of 2m Kempton wins and he recorded another good effort when second of 13 in handicap at Newcastle (16.2f) 42 days ago. Can make his presence felt once more. Heavy defeats in his two turf races (latest last June); big shout on latest 2m AW form.
12th 12th (10) (28/1 -56%) Zealandia	28/1(-56%)	(10) Zealandia 28/1, Back to winning ways at Newcastle (16.2f) in January only to come in ninth in 2m Kempton handicap since. Needs to bounce back. Disappointing on latest start (February) but not out of it on his best AW form (2m).
13th 13th (5) (33/1 -18%) Spirit Mixer	33/1(-18%)	(5) Spirit Mixer 33/1, Landed hat-trick in first half of 2022 but seen only sparingly since and below par in 2m AW handicaps both starts this spring. Cheekpieces are now reached for. Only three runs since 2022; 6lb below peak mark but needs a revival in first headgear.
14th 14th (8) (20/1 -11%) Solent Gateway	20/1(-11%)	(8) Solent Gateway 20/1, Ended 2023 with sound in-frame efforts at Newbury and York but has run poorly both AW outings this spring. Has a bit to prove on back of that with a visor added. Scale of defeat in two AW runs this year is a concern; visor replaces usual cheekpieces.
15th 15th (2) (9/1 +0%) Magellan Strait	9/1(+0%)	(2) Magellan Strait 9/1, Useful gelding who bagged Irish Cesarewitch at the Curragh (16.8f, heavy) last September. Returned with odds-on success in small-filed Dundalk event so he's much respected in his hat-trick bid. Won last two starts, notably when 150-1 in Irish Cesarewitch at the Curragh (2m1f, soft).
16th 16th (4) (40/1 -100%) Citizen General	40/1(-100%)	(4) Citizen General 40/1, Resumed winning ways at Kempton (2m) in February but only eleventh of 13 in handicap at Newcastle (16.2f) 42 days ago. Needs to get back on track. Looks good on his day and had an easy 2m win on Kempton AW in February.

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15:40 Chester Handicap (Class 2) 19f Race Class Flow

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

A typically wide-open renewal and just a tentative vote can go to TOO FRIENDLY. James Owen's gelding, a five-time winner over hurdles, won over 2m at Kempton in March and has few miles on the clock in this sphere, so a 4lb raised mark could underestimate the son of Camelot. Magellan Strait (winner) and Falcon Eight (second), who landed this in 2021, are closely matched on their meeting in last year's Irish Cesarewitch and both must enter calculations, along with The Shunter, who claimed the English equivalent in October.

Emmet Mullins has quickly established himself as a force in big-field handicaps across all spheres and his THE SHUNTER is fancied to return in style having been last seen on the Flat bagging Newmarket's Cesarewitch Handicap. Andrew Balding looks to hold a strong hand and his duo Aztec Empire and Grand Providence both look equipped to go well. Duke of Oxford, Too Friendly and Magellan Strait complete the shortlist in a cracking Chester Cup.

Having won a good race at York on his only appearance at 2m, FORZA ORTA (nap) gets the vote ahead of Grand Providence.

15:50 Market Rasen Handicap Chase (Class 3) 24f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(5) (5/2 +44%) Hidden Heroics	5/2(+44%)	(5) Hidden Heroics 5/2, Resumed winning ways in staying handicap chase at Ludlow in December but has struggled since, well held at Cheltenham latest. Won off 2lb higher at Ludlow on last attempt in this grade; interesting.
(8) (10/3 +39%) Betty Baloo	10/3(+39%)	(8) Betty Baloo 10/3, Dual bumper/hurdles scorer who has won 3 of her last 4 starts over fences, latest in this race a year ago, forging clear. Decent effort back over the smaller obstacles following month but not seen since. Can go well fresh so she's a player. 3-6 over fences and 2-2 over C&D, including a ready win in this race last year; respected.
(2) (7/2 +13%) Lord Baddesley	7/2(+13%)	(2) Lord Baddesley 7/2, Won over hurdles/fences at Plumpton in 2022/23. Good second of 8 over 22.5f at Newbury in December but just respectable efforts at Kempton next 2 starts. Tongue strap on 1st time. Raced mainly at shorter but is worth another crack at this distance; possibilities.
(6) (4/1 -60%) Cerendipity	4/1(-60%)	(6) Cerendipity 4/1, Mixed record last season though did win twice, including at Bangor 3 weeks ago, producing a better round of jumping than is often the case. Claims with a repeat. Has question marks over trip/ground; all wins at up to 2m4f and on soft/heavy.
(7) (13/2 +0%) Risk And Roll	13/2(+0%)	(7) Risk And Roll 13/2, Tricky customer but capitalised on a reduced mark at Uttoxeter (24f) in September. Mixed record over hurdles since but creditable return to fences from 1 lb out of the handicap when fourth at Ascot last time. Won off this mark last September; respectable effort at Ascot most recently.
(1) (7/1 +0%) Presentandcounting	7/1(+0%)	(1) Presentandcounting 7/1, Dual chase winner at Ffos Las and Perth in the summer but went off the boil after. Always behind in Grade 2 handicap at Cheltenham last month after 7 months off but entitled to come on for that. Has to concede weight all round but the drop back in class is suitable.
(4) (14/1 -40%) Punitive	14/1(-40%)	(4) Punitive 14/1, Lost his way for Gordon Elliott. Took a step back in the right direction when third of 7 over 3½m at Ffos Las on yard debut but disinclined to exert himself in the Scottish Grand National at Ayr since. Returns to an easier level but this sharp 3m may prove inadequate.
(3) (20/1 +20%) Broken Quest	20/1(+20%)	(3) Broken Quest 20/1, Won 3 on the bounce over this sort of trip during spring 2022, including this race off 3 lb higher, but failed to fire in 2 runs last season after 13 months off, including at Kempton 18 days ago. Successful in this contest two years ago but was in much better form at the time.

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15:50 Market Rasen Handicap Chase (Class 3) 24f Race Class Flow

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

BETTY BALOO is arguably the most consistent of these and has every chance of following up last year's success, despite racing off a 5lb higher mark. She chased home a subsequent winner on her only outing since, over hurdles at this venue, and the 336-day layoff isn't too much of a concern as she tends to run well fresh. Cerendipity looks an obvious danger following his Bangor triumph, while Risk And Roll's latest Ascot effort gives him a squeak.

CERENDIPITY was a good winner at Bangor 3 weeks ago and looks capable of defying a 6 lb rise with a repeat. Last year's winner Betty Baloo can go well fresh so rates a threat back from 11 months off, with Risk And Roll another to consider.

Last year's winner BETTY BALOO is preferred, ahead of Lord Baddesley and Hidden Heroics.

16:00 Ascot Handicap (Class 4) 6f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(7) (10/3 +0%) Jimmy Speaking	10/3(+0%)	(7) Jimmy Speaking 10/3, Lightly-raced son of Territories who resumed with a career-best win in 5-runner handicap at Chelmsford City (6f, 7/2) 22 days ago. Well on top at the finish there so big shout despite a 6 lb rise. Won return at Chelmsford last month; this race looks tougher but he is at least in form.
(4) (4/1 +60%) Mashadi	4/1(+60%)	(4) Mashadi 4/1, Still a maiden but he has taken his form up a level this term for new yard (formerly with Dominic Ffrench Davis), blinkers on when fifth of 17 in 6f Newmarket handicap 22 days ago. Ought to be in the shake-up. 0-8 but runner-up six times; could go well again but others are preferred for the win.
(1) (5/1 +29%) Imperial Guard	5/1(+29%)	(1) Imperial Guard 5/1, Got off the mark with something to spare in 6f Kempton minor event in March. Odds-on when last of 3 in handicap at there since but worth another chance on his turf debut. All four starts on Kempton AW; something to prove after moderate effort on handicap debut.
(3) (11/2 +31%) Angel Of England	11/2(+31%)	(3) Angel Of England 11/2, Opened his account at third time of asking in Nottingham novice (6.1f) in August and wasn't disgraced in more competitive event at York since. Not discounted on switch to handicapping with cheekpieces added. Returns from 260 days off in first-time cheekpieces; worth a second look.
(9) (10/1 -25%) Onthemoneyhoney	10/1(-25%)	(9) Onthemoneyhoney 10/1, Debut 6f Windsor winner but only tenth of 11 in minor event at Goodwood (7f, soft) final run. Off 7 months with more needed now going into handicaps. Didn't go on after a successful debut last summer but she may have had excuses.
(5) (11/1 +45%) North View	11/1(+45%)	(5) North View 11/1, Expert Eye colt who opened his account in 7-runner maiden at Bath (5.7f, firm) in September. Looked to have more to offer but he came in last of 17 in 6f Newmarket handicap on his return. Needs to get back on track. Showed ability in three starts last year but failed to beat a rival on Newmarket return.
(8) (11/1 -38%) Western	11/1(-38%)	(8) Western 11/1, Fair maiden who returned with a good third of 6 in handicap (10/3) at Lingfield (6f, AW) 32 days ago. Blinkers on 1st time. Ought to be in the shake-up. 0-7 but four minor honours; may come on from last month's reappearance; blinkers on.
(10) (16/1 -146%) Flavour Maker	16/1(-146%)	(10) Flavour Maker 16/1, Promising Windsor second in September but failed to build on it when fourth of 13 in maiden at Pontefract (6f, good to soft) 7 months ago. May still do better on his handicap debut. Makes his handicap debut after 225 days; respected, especially if the ground dries out.
(6) (18/1 -29%) Daring Legend	18/1(-29%)	(6) Daring Legend 18/1, Impressive winner of 6f Newcastle handicap in March but his run of good form ended when last of 11 there (6f) 42 days ago. Sort to bounce back. Newcastle AW winner in March but failed to beat a rival over that same C&D last time.
(13) (33/1 -136%) Spirited Lad	33/1(-136%)	(13) Spirited Lad 33/1, Fair form shown when third in 6f minor events at Kempton and Lingfield in January. Off 105 days but can't be ruled out now going handicapping. Makes his turf/handicap debut after 105 days off having been gelded; not dismissed.
(11) (40/1 -433%) Angel's Call	40/1(-433%)	(11) Angel's Call 40/1, Took his form up a level when landing 8-runner minor event at Wolverhampton (5.1f) 36 days ago. Much respected now making his handicap debut. Won on Wolverhampton AW last month; needs more to make a successful turf/handicap debut.
(12) (40/1 -60%) Tiger Tulip	40/1(-60%)	(12) Tiger Tulip 40/1, Got off the mark in 6f Wolverhampton maiden but only sixth of 8 in minor event at Lingfield (6f, AW) later in October. Others look better weighted here on her handicap debut. Wolverhampton maiden winner last autumn; needs better returned to turf after 196 days off.

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16:00 Ascot Handicap (Class 4) 6f Race Class Flow

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

Mashadi ran well for fifth in a class 2 event at Newmarket and he will appreciate this drop in grade off 1lb lower. However, he might come out second best to JIMMY SPEAKING, who made a victorious return to action when going in by just over two lengths at Chelmsford. Chris Dwyer's three-year-old could have plenty more to offer now that he has got his head in front, and he can go in again. Imperial Guard and Western aren't out of it either.

JIMMY SPEAKING took his form up a couple of notches when going in at Chelmsford City last time and a 6 lb rise in the weights may not prove sufficient to prevent him from following up. Mashadi comes here in very good nick too and could emerge as the main danger, although a host of others can't be discounted, including Western, Imperial Guard, Pen Portrait, Angel of England and Flavour Maker.

This can go to ONTHEMONEYHONEY who didn't build on a winning debut in two further outings last year but it's possible to excuse both.

16:05 Cork Maiden 5f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(9) (9/4 -29%) New Theory	9/4(-29%)	(9) New Theory 9/4, Foaled January 30. €25,000 Starspangledbanner filly. Dam, 7f winner, half-sister to smart 1m-9f winner (including in US) Originaire out of useful 2-y-o 5f winner Polly Perkins. Second of 11 in maiden (12/1) at Navan (5.8f, good to soft) on debut 13 days ago, not knocked about. Should progress. Stayed on to finish 2nd in Navan maiden; didn't really shape like wanting 5f but respected.
(2) (10/3 -33%) Sir Yoshi	10/3(-33%)	(2) Sir Yoshi 10/3, Foaled January 2. €45,000 yearling, Mehmas colt. Half-brother to 7f winner Got The Moves. Second of 9 in maiden at Dundalk (5f, 14/1) on debut 28 days ago, unlucky not to win. Early colt open to improvement. Mehmas colt with speedy pedigree and may have won on AW on debut if he had not been green.
(5) (13/2 +13%) Captain Gallagher	13/2(+13%)	(5) Captain Gallagher 13/2, Seventh of 9 in maiden (13/8) at Dundalk (5f) on debut 28 days ago. Stable in good form. Should have more to offer. Disappointing at short odds on debut; may need a bit further but check market.
(12) (8/1 +68%) Powerful Lady	8/1(+68%)	(12) Powerful Lady 8/1, Foaled March 18. €8,500 yearling, Hello Youmzain filly. Half-sister to 2 winners, including French 7.5f/8.5f winner Pitrizza. Hello Youmzain filly whose dam won over 5f as a 2yo; yard do well with juveniles.
(4) (12/1 -85%) Barton Key	12/1(-85%)	(4) Barton Key 12/1, Foaled May 13. €19,000 yearling, Starspangledbanner colt. Half-brother to useful winner up to 7f Apache Outlaw. Dam, 5f/6f winner, half-sister to smart 7f winner Tobann. Starspangledbanner colt; dam sprinter; yard's newcomers often forward; check market.
(7) (14/1 +13%) Altoir Na Greine	14/1(+13%)	(7) Altoir Na Greine 14/1, Foaled March 1. €10,000 foal, €10,000 yearling, Far Above colt. Dam, maiden (stayed 1½m), half-sister to smart 1m winner Glaswegian out of useful 6f winner (stayed 1m) Starfan. Far Above colt; cost 10,000eur yearling; may want further and likely best watched.
(10) (14/1 +30%) Boyne Valley	14/1(+30%)	(10) Boyne Valley 14/1, Fifth of 6 in minor event (40/1) at the Curragh (5f, heavy) on debut 19 days ago. Open to progress. 5th of 6 when slowly away at the Curragh last month; looked green; quicker ground may help.
(6) (16/1 -146%) Rock N Roll Rocket	16/1(-146%)	(6) Rock N Roll Rocket 16/1, Foaled February 22. Far Above colt. Dam 5.5f winner (including at 2 yrs). Bred to be sharp and one to note. Far Above colt; dam French 5f 2yo/5.5f winner; yard do well with their 2yos; check market.
(1) (20/1 +0%) Powerful Nation	20/1(+0%)	(1) Powerful Nation 20/1, Foaled March 7. Sioux Nation colt. Half-brother to 7f winner Fly Pass. Sioux Nation colt with a speedy pedigree but this looks tough for a newcomer.
(13) (20/1 +39%) Promise Given	20/1(+39%)	(13) Promise Given 20/1, Foaled March 23. €4,000 yearling, Mayson filly. Sister to several winners, including useful 6f/7f winner Lord Oberon and 5f winner Fairy Stories and half-sister to useful winner up to 6f Vimy Ridge. Mayson filly with lots of speed in her pedigree (sister Lord Oberon); yard get 2yo winners.
(8) (22/1 -10%) Shimmy Jimmy	22/1(-10%)	(8) Shimmy Jimmy 22/1, Foaled March 25. Jimmy Two Times colt. Half-brother to 3 winners, including French 1¼m winner Yamuna. Dam, ran once, closely related to useful 11.7f/12.5f winner Arya Tara. Stable having good spell. Jimmy Two Times colt; half-brother to winners over further and yard's second-string.
(11) (40/1 -21%) Some Like It Hot	40/1(-21%)	(11) Some Like It Hot 40/1, 5/1, seventh of 9 in maiden at Dundalk (5f) on debut 45 days ago. 7th of 9 on debut on AW; speedy pedigree but yard's second-string here.
(3) (125/1 -89%) Alcedo Atthis	125/1(-89%)	(3) Alcedo Atthis 125/1, Last of 11 in maiden at Navan (5.8f, good to soft, 66/1) on debut 13 days ago. Last of 11 when 66s for his debut at Navan 13 days ago; hard to recommend on that.

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16:05 Cork Maiden 5f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

NEW THEORY ran a lovely race on her debut at Navan and can go one better now. She came to dispute inside the final furlong then before losing out by a length-and-a-half to Camille Pissarro in the finish. With that run under her belt she looks the one to beat. Sir Yoshi was also second on his debut, when losing out by half a length to Proudly Yours at Dundalk last month. He was a touch green then and is entitled to improve. The Joseph O'Brien-trained newcomer, Barton Key, is one to note in the market. He is a half-brother to decent handicapper Apache Outlaw.

NEW THEORY ran a cracker on debut in a deep renewal of a Navan maiden that has produced pattern-level performers in the last 2 years and looks the one to be with. Sir Yoshi probably should have won first time up at Dundalk and has to be the danger. Newcomer Rock N Roll Rocket is worth a look.

SIR YOSHI looked like a sprinter to follow when only narrowly denied over the trip on AW and any progress may make him hard to beat

16:15 Chester Handicap (Class 2) 19f - 17 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(4) (4/1 +0%) Prince Alex	4/1(+0%)	(4) Prince Alex 4/1, Best effort for some time when winning 9-runner handicap at Newbury (16.5f, good to soft, 10/1) 21 days ago, pushed out. Manner of that victory suggests he can defy a 3-lb penalty. Won in pretty smooth fashion at Newbury (2m, good to soft) three weeks ago; 3lb penalty.
(2) (5/1 +33%) Law Of The Sea	5/1(+33%)	(2) Law Of The Sea 5/1, Some good runs for this yard but failed to beat a rival at Newmarket on last two starts (Cesarewitch second occasion) in 2023. Needs to bounce back returning from 6 months off but stall 2 is a help. Big player if he could recapture initial British 2023 efforts; unlucky 4th in Chester Cup.
(15) (5/1 +44%) Havaila	5/1(+44%)	(15) Havaila 5/1, Won over hurdles at Sandown (2½m, heavy) for Anthony Charlton in January. First run since leaving that yard when second at Goodwood 6 days ago and can feature again if the race doesn't come too soon. Unraced on good or firmer since 2022; big shout if last week's Goodwood form is repeated.
(6) (5/1 -11%) Hamsiyann	5/1(-11%)	(6) Hamsiyann 5/1, Fairly useful performer on the Flat in France. Progressive over hurdles for this yard, running well when third in juvenile at Ascot last time. One to consider upped in trip. Still looked capable of better latest hurdles start; needs a close look on return to Flat.
(13) (7/1 +22%) Baez	7/1(+22%)	(13) Baez 7/1, Racked up a 4-timer last year, including success at this course (18.1f). Should strip fitter for his reappearance and step back up in trip is in her favour, so definite player. Four-timer last term, with last leg here; excuses (1m4f and 204 days off) 19 days ago.
(14) (17/2 -89%) Alphonse Le Grande	17/2(-89%)	(14) Alphonse Le Grande 17/2, Career best when winning 14-runner handicap at Dundalk (12f, 5/2) 45 days ago. Presumably saved for this and can make a big impact if he gets the trip. Comfortably justified favouritism in 14-runner race over 1m4f at Dundalk (AW) last time.
(11) (9/1 -6%) Dreams Adozen	9/1(-6%)	(11) Dreams Adozen 9/1, Recorded third win of the year when successful at this course in September. Not discredited when third at Newmarket 6 months ago but yet to prove himself over this distance. Often front-runs; did well as 3yo after headgear went on, until trying 2m last two starts.
(7) (11/1 +8%) Yorkindness	11/1(+8%)	(7) Yorkindness 11/1, Typical of one from this yard who thrived on racing in 2023, winning 5 times at 2m+. Solid fourth over C&D 7 months ago and claims if she's tuned up. Five wins at 2m/2m1f last term; not quite so good on soft (first run here) on final start.
(17) (16/1 +36%) Greatness Awaits	16/1(+36%)	(17) Greatness Awaits 16/1, Fair performer who put up another solid efforts when fourth at Nottingham last time but is likely to face plenty of competition for the lead here. Fit from hurdling, ran respectably at 1m6f/2m in his three starts back on Flat this spring.
(5) (20/1 +29%) Duc De Kent	20/1(+29%)	(5) Duc De Kent 20/1, 33/1, ninth of 14 in handicap at Kempton (11f) 34 days ago. Significantly up in trip. Remains high enough in the weights. Largely struggled in Bahrain and needs to build on his two British runs since; new trip.
(3) (22/1 +12%) It's Good To Laugh	22/1(+12%)	(3) It's Good To Laugh 22/1, Dual purpose performer who ran well when third in this last year. Poor effort when last seen over hurdles 5 months ago but could return to form with cheekpieces refitted. Ran some big races on Flat last term and three were at this track, 3rd in this race.
(16) (25/1 +11%) Star Legend	25/1(+11%)	(16) Star Legend 25/1, Fair maiden who has been holding his form this year without shaping as if he's ahead of his mark, third at Wolverhampton last time. Likely to find it tough in this grade. Hurdle winner; 0-7 on Flat but placed on AW (1m6f/2m) in two of his last three outings.
(9) (28/1 -75%) State Legend	28/1(-75%)	(9) State Legend 28/1, Opened account for present yard in decisive fashion at Sandown (1¾m, good to soft) last July but has generally struggled since, including over hurdles. Very in-and-out campaign last term and he was always behind when reappearing 12 days ago.
(10) (33/1 -50%) Green Team	33/1(-50%)	(10) Green Team 33/1, Winner of a novice event at Ayr during 2-y-o campaign for Kevin Ryan but it's been a struggle since, down the field at Epsom on reappearance. Tongue tied now but up against it. Has dropped down the weights; needs an upturn and has tongue tied first time.
(12) (33/1 -50%) Wholeofthemoon	33/1(-50%)	(12) Wholeofthemoon 33/1, Winner at Kempton last June and held form on the Flat subsequently. Fair form over hurdles for this yard but not at best on latest outing. 80-1 win over hurdles (2m3f, good to soft) in December; soundly beaten on latest start.
(1) (50/1 -25%) Galactic Jack	50/1(-25%)	(1) Galactic Jack 50/1, Won at Salisbury last July for Andrew Balding but little show since, including over hurdles. Others more persuasive. 1m4f win last June but he has not shone since (mostly over hurdles); now tries a visor.
(8) (80/1 -60%) Speedo Boy	80/1(-60%)	(8) Speedo Boy 80/1, Useful handicapped at best but hard to know how much ability he retains. Back from a long absence with a tame showing at Wolverhampton 112 days ago so has plenty to prove. Latest run (January) came after 546 days off but there's been a run of heavy defeats.

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16:15 Chester Handicap (Class 2) 19f Race Class Flow

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

PRINCE ALEX, who was fancied for the highlight itself, can gain some compensation for missing the Chester Cup cut. Dominic Ffrench Davis' seven-year-old proved his stamina for two miles once and for all when winning with plenty up his sleeve at Newbury and a 3lb penalty shouldn't be a hindrance. Ian Williams is mob-handed in his attempt to follow up last year's victory, with 2023 Cup fourth Law Of The Sea possibly the pick. It's Good To Laugh, third in this 12 months ago, and Tony Martin's pair Hamsiyann and Alphonse Le Grande are just two more to consider.

PRINCE ALEX was impressive at Pontefract on return and he's still well treated on past efforts, so he gets the nod over Alphonse Le Grande, another comfortable winner who, admittedly, needs to prove himself over the trip. Baez should be better for her reappearance and is likely to feature.

Prince Alex won well at Newbury three weeks ago but the vote goes to last September's 2m course winner BAEZ.

16:25 Market Rasen Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 21f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(2) (10/11 +0%) Mr Hope Street	10/11(+0%)	(2) Mr Hope Street 10/11, Looked a totally different proposition upped in trip after a 7-week break when scoring at this C&D (good to soft) last month, looking the sort who could rack up a sequence given the manner of success. 6 lb rise may not prevent him scoring again given how strong he was at the finish. Much improved for stepping up to 2m4f when winning well here a month ago.
(7) (11/4 +58%) Misty Mani	11/4(+58%)	(7) Misty Mani 11/4, Won 3 on the bounce in 2022 and returned to form following a string of underwhelming efforts when going close at this track in September. Just respectable efforts since, but this drying ground is sure to be in her favour and could feature returning from a 10-week break. Fourth on ground too soft last time and interesting off this low a mark.
(1) (11/4 +39%) Get A Superstar	11/4(+39%)	(1) Get A Superstar 11/4, Newcastle bumper winner in December but pulled up (said to have an irregular heartbeat) on Sedgefield hurdle debut in January. More like it at both Carlisle and Fakenham since, and he's one to be interested now handicapping upped further in trip. Handicap debutant who could yet fulfil the promise of his good bumper form.
(3) (9/2 +10%) Summergrounds	9/2(+10%)	(3) Summergrounds 9/2, Continued his progress over hurdles when fourth of 12 over C&D on handicap bow last June, shaping like a stayer. Below-par effort next time, and again failed to justify support 9 weeks on (had breathing op) at Kelso when last seen in October. Check betting on return. Drying ground a plus and probably on a fair mark if he can put it all together.
(5) (11/2 +54%) The Midwife	11/2(+54%)	(5) The Midwife 11/2, Point winner who showed improved form under Rules when striking on her handicap bow over C&D in February. However, has come up short off a mark of 93 on all 3 starts since and now the handicapper shows some mercy. 25-1 winner over C&D in February (good to soft) but hasn't kicked on from there.
(8) (10/1 +70%) Cliffs Of Dooneen	10/1(+70%)	(8) Cliffs Of Dooneen 10/1, Won a Carlisle handicap hurdle in April 2022 but clearly had his issues since and was beaten a long way on his return from a lengthy absence at Musselburgh in February. Stepped up on that at Wetherby the following month but not enough to make him of interest. Has lost his way but the latest run at Wetherby was more encouraging.
(9) (12/1 +70%) Righteous Ruane	12/1(+70%)	(9) Righteous Ruane 12/1, Maiden hurdler who again finished well held on his third handicap start in a row at this course (16.6f, good to soft) last month. Mark continues to tumble. Beaten 25l+ in four runs for current yard, three of them handicaps.
(10) (18/1 +55%) Black Lightning	18/1(+55%)	(10) Black Lightning 18/1, Eighteen runs since last win in 2021 and showed nothing after 11 weeks off at Sedgefield (19.8f, heavy) 3 months ago, pulled up home turn. Easy to look elsewhere. Strike-rate of 3-41 and has struggled since finishing fourth here last summer.
(4) (20/1 -43%) Warner's Cross	20/1(-43%)	(4) Warner's Cross 20/1, Easily best effort over hurdles when third of 5 in novice at Huntingdon (15.8f, good to soft) in early-2023. Off 5 months (had wind op) and looked set to back up that effort only to take a late tumble here (18.6f, good) 9 months ago. Watching brief advised on return. In the process of showing improvement when falling on handicap debut here in August.
(6) (100/1 -150%) Massons Castle	100/1(-150%)	(6) Massons Castle 100/1, Hurdles winner in Ireland but has lost the plot for this yard since finishing a remote second in Sedgefield handicap chase in September. Cheekpieces back on. Only win was in 2021; hasn't achieved much in four starts for current yard.

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16:25 Market Rasen Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 21f Race Class Flow

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

MR HOPE STREET burst into life when opening his account over C&D last month and a 6lb higher mark is unlikely to be the ceiling of his ability. The Dan Skelton-trained six-year-old should prove hard to beat in his bid to follow up. Handicap debutant Get A Superstar is a potential improver on this rise in distance and could chase the selection home, ahead of the returning Warner's Cross.

It's tough to look beyond MR HOPE STREET, who looked a totally different proposition when scoring over C&D last month and a 6 lb rise is unlikely to be enough to prevent the follow up. Get A Superstar can provide most resistance for the in-form Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole operation, with Misty Mani rounding off the shortlist.

Dan Skelton's MR HOPE STREET proved a very different proposition over this longer trip last month and he can follow up.

16:35 Ascot Handicap (Class 4) 8f - 14 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(5) (11/4 +45%) Teraabb	11/4(+45%)	(5) Teraabb 11/4, Stepped up on his juvenile form when making a successful handicap debut/reappearance at Newbury (7f, good to soft) 3 weeks ago. The way he stayed on to lead close home suggests this step up to 1m should suit. High on the shortlist. Made a winning return at Newbury and 1m should suit; stable has done well in this race.
(8) (4/1 +50%) The Ice Phoenix	4/1(+50%)	(8) The Ice Phoenix 4/1, Won 7-runner novice at Lingfield (7f) in November. Creditable efforts in handicaps at Wolverhampton and Newmarket this year. Ought to be competitive again Ran well when third at Newmarket last time; each-way claims at least from the same mark.
(1) (5/1 -67%) Suspicion	5/1(-67%)	(1) Suspicion 5/1, Has looked useful when winning 1m novices on AW this year. Should be more to come now handicapping on the grass. Big player. Won two AW novices; more needed on turf/handicap debut but open to further improvement.
(2) (13/2 +35%) Crown Estate	13/2(+35%)	(2) Crown Estate 13/2, air form at 2 and didn't need to improve to make a winning return from wind surgery (also gelded) in 1m Newcastle maiden in March. Too free when well held in 1m Newmarket handicap since and will need to settle better here. Won well on Newcastle AW reappearance but well beaten back on turf; bit to prove.
(6) (13/2 +19%) Break The Bank	13/2(+19%)	(6) Break The Bank 13/2, Stepped up on his 2-y-o form when justifying strong market support on his 1m Kempton handicap debut in March but not in the same form when sixth of 13 on turf at Newmarket since. 1-1 on AW but 0-4 on turf; pedigree suggests there should still be better to come from him.
(12) (7/1 +72%) Bigbertiebassett	7/1(+72%)	(12) Bigbertiebassett 7/1, 7f novice winner for Tom Dascombe last year. Well held in 1m Kempton nursery on first start for new yard in November. Off since. Best to look elsewhere. Doncaster novice winner last year; market informative after six months off.
(7) (15/2 +25%) Zain Blue	15/2(+25%)	(7) Zain Blue 15/2, Fairly useful form in maiden/novice events, although he was a little below his best when third of 13 on 1m Newcastle reappearance. Tackles handicap company for the first time now. Plenty of promise when runner-up in first two starts last summer, but hasn't built on it.
(4) (16/1 -129%) Boyfriend	16/1(-129%)	(4) Boyfriend 16/1, Improved when making a winning handicap debut on heavy ground at Newbury (7f) last autumn. Had a bit in hand so a 3 lb rise doesn't look too severe. Claims if fully primed for reappearance. Not seen since off the mark in a Newbury nursery last September; watch market on return.
(3) (20/1 -150%) Let's Dream	20/1(-150%)	(3) Let's Dream 20/1, Soft-ground maiden winner at 2. Respectable fourth in 1¼m Doncaster handicap on reappearance a fortnight ago. Back down in trip now. 1m2f soft-ground winner; the shorter trip and drying ground could pose a question.
(11) (25/1 -79%) Double Jump	25/1(-79%)	(11) Double Jump 25/1, Proved a different proposition switched to a nursery when landing a 7-runner event at Doncaster (7f, good to soft) in September but not in the same form when only seventh of 9 on 7f Newmarket reappearance 24 days ago. Bounce back needed., Doncaster winner last year; drying ground may not be ideal; not bred to stay this far.
(9) (33/1 -175%) The Smiling Wolf	33/1(-175%)	(9) The Smiling Wolf 33/1, Ffos Las handicap winner in the mud last autumn. Strong in the betting but ran poorly when a remote fourth of 6 on his 7f Haydock reappearance. Stable's good form provides hope that he can shrug that off but others more solid. 1-9; probably needed his recent reappearance but looks vulnerable to an improver.
(10) (33/1 -32%) Aljezur	33/1(-32%)	(10) Aljezur 33/1, Fair maiden. 10/1, seventh of 9 in handicap at Newmarket (7f, good) 24 days ago. Tongue strap on first time. Has work to do. 0-7; he isn't building on early promise and now looks risky; tongue-tie on.
(14) (40/1 -150%) Rey De La Batalla	40/1(-150%)	(14) Rey De La Batalla 40/1, Much improved when winning handicaps at Lingfield (7f) and Kempton (1m) this year but his winning run came to a halt back at Kempton last time. Well held on previous turf start. Won twice on AW this year but behind Break The Bank in hat-trick bid; others more solid.
(13) (40/1 +0%) Commander Crouch	40/1(+0%)	(13) Commander Crouch 40/1, 7f winner for Richard Hannon at 2. Better effort for new yard this year when sixth of 11 over 8.5f at Epsom last month but he never threatened. 1-2 on the AW but 0-11 on turf and well held in both starts for this yard.

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16:35 Ascot Handicap (Class 4) 8f Race Class Flow

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

TERAABB did well to open his account from the rear at Newbury last month and there should be more to come. A 3lb higher rating for Charlie Fellowes' inmate looks workable, with this step up from 7f expected to unlock further potential. The biggest threat may emerge from the hat-trick seeking Suspicion, who tries turf for the first time and makes his handicap bow off what appears a fair mark. Boyfriend signed off his juvenile campaign with a Newbury victory and could have more to offer this term.

Dual AW winner SUSPICION looks capable of even better and can make light of top weight on his turf and handicap debut. The step up to 1m promises to suit last month's Newbury scorer Teraabb and he's second choice ahead of The Ice Phoenix.

The vote goes to TERAABB (nap) who gave the impression a mile would suit him even better after last month's successful Newbury return.

16:40 Cork Listed 6f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(3) (5/2 +25%) Cherry Blossom	5/2(+25%)	(3) Cherry Blossom 5/2, Useful filly. Hooded for 1st time, 6¼ lengths seventh of 11 to A Lilac Rolla in 1000 Guineas Trial at Leopardstown (7.1f, heavy, 10/1) 33 days ago, left with lot to do. Has to be taken seriously. Smart 2yo form incl' 2nd in Goffs Million and 4th in Cheveley Park; lacklustre return run.
(9) (7/2 +13%) Navassa Island	7/2(+13%)	(9) Navassa Island 7/2, Useful filly. Respectable fifth of 13 to Givemethebeatboys in listed race at Navan (5.8f, good to soft, 9/2) 13 days ago. Blinkers on 1st time. Looks competitive on form. Narrow defeat in fillies' Gr 3 on debut; maiden winner; ran okay at Pattern level since.
(12) (6/1 +14%) She's Quality	6/1(+14%)	(12) She's Quality 6/1, Fairly useful filly. Tongue strap/cheekpieces on for 1st time, 11¼ lengths sixth of 9 to Easy in listed race at this course (6f, heavy, 10/1) 41 days ago. Won fillies' maiden at Newbury before finding Gr 1s too tough; struggled in 2 runs at 3.
(7) (15/2 +0%) Majestic Beauty	15/2(+0%)	(7) Majestic Beauty 15/2, Fairly useful filly. 28/1, creditable 3½ lengths sixth of 13 to Inquisitively in Cornwallis Stakes at Newmarket (5f, good to soft), hampered. First run for yard after leaving Alice Haynes. Won first two starts before narrow Listed defeat; not as good in Gr 3s since; off 210 days.
(11) (15/2 -67%) Shandy	15/2(-67%)	(11) Shandy 15/2, Thrice-raced winner. C&D winner. 11/1, 4¾ lengths sixth of 13 to Givemethebeatboys in listed race at Navan (5.8f, good to soft) 13 days ago. Should progress. Promising debut only 2yo run and winning return but couldn't build on that at Listed level.
(5) (8/1 -7%) Heart Of Darkness	8/1(-7%)	(5) Heart Of Darkness 8/1, Twice-raced winner. 1 win from 2 runs this year. Won 8-runner maiden at Dundalk (6f, 6/4) 27 days ago, always holding on. Visored for 1st time with more required. 3-1 for debut here when 4th and landed AW maiden 2nd time out; visor now on; more required.
(13) (20/1 +0%) Sweetest	20/1(+0%)	(13) Sweetest 20/1, Fair filly. Winner at Dundalk in November. Respectable fifth of 9 in minor event (13/2) at the Curragh (5f, heavy) 20 days ago. Yard in good form but this demands more. Off the mark at the 7th attempt with 7f AW win but has not built on that in 2 recent runs.
(4) (20/1 -122%) Gunzburg	20/1(-122%)	(4) Gunzburg 20/1, Fairly useful filly. Cheekpieces on for 1st time, 4½ lengths seventh of 8 to Relief Rally in Lowther Stakes (40/1) at York (6f, good to firm). Off 8 months. First run for yard after leaving P. Twomey. Possibilities. Won Down Royal maiden before 2nd in Gr 2; couldn't build on that; may need this.
(8) (25/1 -79%) Matter Of Fact	25/1(-79%)	(8) Matter Of Fact 25/1, Thrice-raced winner. 5/1, 5½ lengths fifth of 7 to Megarry in listed race at Fairyhouse (6f, good to soft). Off 7 months. Easy to look elsewhere. Left debut behind with maiden win but couldn't land a blow at Listed level when last seen.
(2) (25/1 -56%) Bonbon	25/1(-56%)	(2) Bonbon 25/1, Fairly useful filly. C&D winner. Sixth of 9 in minor event (7/1) at the Curragh (5f, heavy) 20 days ago so more is needed. Won 5f course maiden in September; not beaten far twice since; needs more.
(1) (80/1 -142%) Bella Colombia	80/1(-142%)	(1) Bella Colombia 80/1, Thrice-raced winner. 8¼ lengths ninth of 10 to Pipsy in listed race (16/1) at Dundalk (5f). Off 7 months. Visored for 1st time. Won debut last term; ran okay at Pattern level since but needs to improve from 2 to 3.
(6) (100/1 -52%) Lia Fail	100/1(-52%)	(6) Lia Fail 100/1, Fairly useful filly. 10½ lengths eleventh of 13 to Givemethebeatboys in listed race at Navan (5.8f, good to soft, 80/1) 13 days ago. Needs to step forward. Busy as a juvenile and won 3 but hasn't kicked on in 2 runs this term.
(10) (150/1 +0%) Platino Bianco	150/1(+0%)	(10) Platino Bianco 150/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Sixth of 15 in handicap at Navan (5f, good to soft, 20/1) 3 days ago. Showed a bit more when sixth in a handicap on Tuesday but this is a huge ask up in class.

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16:40 Cork Listed 6f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

Better ground and a drop in trip should suit CHERRY BLOSSOM. The No Nay Never filly had some very strong juvenile form, finishing second in Group 2 company and a fine fourth in the Cheveley Park Stakes. She failed to make much impression over seven in heavy ground on her return at Leopardstown and it looks significant that connections revert to sprinting now. Navassa Island ran a solid race when fifth to Givemethebeatboys on her return at Navan just under two weeks ago and could be the danger now. Heart Of Darkness was value for a bit more than her winning margin in a Dundalk maiden last month and is a potential improver.

Not so competitive as the numbers suggest and CHERRY BLOSSOM gets the vote having not enjoyed the rub of the green when seventh in Leopardstown's 1000 Guineas Trial. Navassa Island could emerge as the chief threat to Aidan O'Brien's filly, with Gavin Cromwell's new recruit Gunzburg another to consider.

It may be worth taking a chance on the fitness of MAJESTIC BEAUTY who looked promising last year and may kick on for her new yard

16:50 Chester Handicap (Class 4) 12f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(4) (15/8 +16%) Order Of Malta	15/8(+16%)	(4) Order Of Malta 15/8, Off the mark at the fourth attempt Nottingham last July. Consistent in handicaps after that and can have his final run at Bath (14f, heavy) excused under extreme conditions. Dropped another 2 lb and he's in the mix provided he's ready to roll. Of interest on last year's best and shaped well in one course visit; shortlisted.
(1) (5/2 +9%) Chillhi	5/2(+9%)	(1) Chillhi 5/2, Went winless in 2023 (set some fairly tough assignments) and can have his reappearance effort at Southwell (11.1f) last month overlooked, finishing with running left having been hampered over 1f out. Not ruled out back on turf from a career-low mark. Best turf run came over C&D last May; dangerous mark if stepping up on last month's return.
(7) (9/2 +68%) Southern Voyage	9/2(+68%)	(7) Southern Voyage 9/2, Little show for current connections. Back on turf and his mark is easing all the time but needs to show more before becoming of interest. Tumbled down the weights for this yard; may yet come good but there are risks.
(9) (9/1 +18%) Leap Year Lad	9/1(+18%)	(9) Leap Year Lad 9/1, Won twice on turf last season and there's every chance he needed the run after 5 months off when finishing down the field at Ayr (10f, good) 11 days ago. Steps up in trip and should be much closer to form. Two wins over shorter last season; sharper for recent run but stamina not assured.
(6) (9/1 -100%) Tribal Wisdom	9/1(-100%)	(6) Tribal Wisdom 9/1, Cashed in on a much-reduced mark in ready fashion over at Lingfield in January and followed up at Wolverhampton in February. Has shaped as if still in good form on all 3 outings since and remains of interest returned to turf/upped in trip albeit badly drawn. Hood reapplied. Two AW wins this year; still in top form and although stamina not assured, he's considered.
(3) (16/1 -45%) Blow Your Horn	16/1(-45%)	(3) Blow Your Horn 16/1, Completed a hat-trick last summer but has found things tougher since, showing a bit more than previously over hurdles in a couple of starts last month. Returns to the level and the likelihood is he'll find a few too strong. Stays much further; on a winning mark but recent efforts don't instill much confidence.
(8) (16/1 -45%) Glory Nights	16/1(-45%)	(8) Glory Nights 16/1, Opened his account at Wolverhampton in October. Creditable second of 12 there (1½m) on Boxing Day but not so good at Southwell the following month. Freshened up since. Yet to shine on turf (slower than good) but rated lower on grass as a consequence.
(10) (22/1 +33%) Oman	22/1(+33%)	(10) Oman 22/1, Useful stayer for Ralph Beckett a few seasons back but failed to make much of an impact last year, latest on sole outing for Patrick Morris at this course (14.4f, heavy) last July. Blinkers back on and handicapper has dropped him another 4 lb ahead of this return to action. Winless since July 2021 but starts out for Tony Carroll off a much-reduced mark.
(2) (33/1 -83%) Golspie	33/1(-83%)	(2) Golspie 33/1, Made a winning debut over at Newbury just over a year ago and was consistent rather than progressive thereafter. Took keen for his own good when last seen back there (8f, heavy) 7 months ago and has since switched yards (17,000 gns). Steps up in trip with headgear discarded. Consistent for E Johnson Houghton as a 3yo; sold 17,000gns in October; new trip.

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16:50 Chester Handicap (Class 4) 12f Race Class Flow

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

Tribal Wisdom has been in fine form on the all-weather, but hasn't managed to get his head in front on turf yet so is passed over in favour of ORDER OF MALTA. The son of Lope De Vega acquitted himself quite well after breaking through at Nottingham last summer but the handicapper continues to loosen his grip and, given his connections, it's likely he will be ready to roll for this. Golspie warrants attention on his first start for a new stable, while Chillhi has gone well here before.

With his final 3-y-o effort easy to strike a line through, preference is for ORDER OF MALTA, who opened his account at Nottingham last summer and was consistent in handicaps thereafter. Chillhi is best excused his reappearance effort and, down to a career-low mark, he heads up the opposition, with Tribal Wisdom and the reluctant Oman taken to fight out third.

Tribal Wisdom can go well but ORDER OF MALTA still has some untapped potential and starts the campaign on a lowly mark.

17:00 Market Rasen Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 21f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(4) (7/4 +61%) Iron Heart	7/4(+61%)	(4) Iron Heart 7/4, Fair hurdles winner at best and made an encouraging stable/chasing debut when runner-up at Worcester (20f) in September. Not in the same form next 2 starts but, with a visor applied, there have been better signs over hurdles on his last 2 starts. Lurks on a dangerous mark. On a losing run but it's been a while since he had his favoured good ground.
(6) (7/2 +30%) Pollypockett	7/2(+30%)	(6) Pollypockett 7/2, Bumper winner who showed a good attitude when opening her hurdles account in a C&D handicap last summer. Ran well when placed on her 3 subsequent outings, third at Plumpton (20.5f) when last seen in September, so she's respected on her return. C&D winner in June off 8lb lower and hasn't been far away in her three subsequent runs.
(7) (11/2 -38%) Fox's Socks	11/2(-38%)	(7) Fox's Socks 11/2, It's been a while since his sole win over hurdles, but after a spell over fences he's been placed on 2 of his last 3 starts back hurdling. Was running on late when 2 lengths third of 11 at Huntingdon (19.6f) 15 days ago, so he's a major player in his current form. Beaten only 2l last time at Huntingdon (2m3f, good) and he endured a troubled run.
(2) (6/1 +25%) Gms Prince	6/1(+25%)	(2) Gms Prince 6/1, Remains a maiden but, following an 18-month absence, showed that he retains his ability in 3 starts in 2023/24. After another 4 months off, ran creditably when a never-nearer sixth at Huntingdon (19.6f) 15 days ago and he can give another good account. An 11-race maiden but hasn't been that far away in his three handicaps.
(9) (15/2 +6%) My Portia	15/2(+6%)	(9) My Portia 15/2, Down the field in a bumper and fared no better in maiden/novice hurdles back in 2022/23. However, after 13 months off, there was a bit more encouragement on her second start over fences when fifth of 7 at this course (17.2f) in March. Hood back on returned to hurdling. Mild signs of progress in a first-time tongue-tie when fifth in a 2m1f handicap chase here.
(5) (10/1 -25%) Moro Rock	10/1(-25%)	(5) Moro Rock 10/1, Back on track sent handicapping when fifth of 11 at Wetherby (24.1f) in January, but jumped poorly when pulled up there next time. However, he shaped better than the distance beaten suggests when fourth at this C&D on his latest outing, leading briefly before 2 out. Beaten 16l in his first handicap and has fared less well in his other two.
(1) (14/1 -75%) My Brother Jack	14/1(-75%)	(1) My Brother Jack 14/1, Modest Flat winner and a similar standard over hurdles without managing to get his head in front. Below form both starts since his third at this course (18.6f) in September, but he faced a tough ask last time and could fare better back on less testing ground. Placed on good here in September and has had to deal with softer conditions since.
(8) (16/1 +52%) Begoodtoyourself	16/1(+52%)	(8) Begoodtoyourself 16/1, Mainly campaigned as a chaser, but was reverted to hurdling in 2023/24 and left his recent form behind when winning at Carlisle (19.3f) in December. Has run poorly both starts since, though, including at this C&D in February. Cheekpieces back on. Infrequent winner and has been well below his best the last twice.
(3) (16/1 -300%) She's A Rocca	16/1(-300%)	(3) She's A Rocca 16/1, In first-time cheekpieces and with usual tongue strap left off, left last season's reappearance run behind when staying on to lead close home at Southwell (20.4f) in October. Capable of getting involved if ready to go after 7 months off. Southwell winner in October but has fitness to prove after 220-day layoff.
(10) (28/1 +15%) Lunar Ocean	28/1(+15%)	(10) Lunar Ocean 28/1, Hasn't offered much in bumpers/over hurdles so far, not finding any improvement for the switch to handicapping when failing to beat a rival at Hereford (16.2f) last month. Cheekpieces now reached for. Poor form so far and finished last on his handicap debut a month ago; cheekpieces tried.

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17:00 Market Rasen Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 21f Race Class Flow

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

The application of first-time cheekpieces helped She's A Rocca get her head back in front by the narrowest of margins at Southwell in October. She must enter calculations off only 3lb higher, but IRON HEART may offer more value. The Bowens' seven-year-old should relish quicker ground conditions and he's been far from disgraced in his last two defeats. Fox's Socks and Pollypockett also look capable of featuring at this level.

FOX'S SOCKS has fared better back over hurdles on his last 3 starts, finishing closer than for a while when runner-up at Huntingdon 15 days ago, so he could be ready to take advantage of his current mark. Pollypockett was in good heart when last seen and could be the main danger back at this C&D, ahead of Iron Heart.

It could pay to chance the lightly raced MY PORTIA on her handicap debut as a hurdler. The signs were more encouraging last time.

17:05 Downpatrick Maiden Hurdle 22f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(2) (4/6 -34%) Big Stage	4/6(-34%)	(2) Big Stage 4/6, Promising individual. Good second of 18 in novice hurdle at Naas (19.3f, soft, 9/2) 24 days ago. Shortlist material with limit not yet reached. Good recent 2m4f form makes him the one to beat if handling better ground.
(7) (9/4 +10%) Nouvotic	9/4(+10%)	(7) Nouvotic 9/4, Promising type. Second of 8 in novice hurdle at Tramore (21.6f, heavy, 7/2) 130 days ago. Enters calculations with promise of a bigger performance. One to consider on maiden form and better ground should be no problem.
(5) (7/1 -40%) Kalanisi Flash	7/1(-40%)	(5) Kalanisi Flash 7/1, Fair hurdler. Fourth of 7 in novice hurdle at Fairyhouse (23.5f, heavy, 11/1) 168 days ago. Second over 2m2f here last season; more needed to play leading role on return.
(9) (14/1 +13%) Remember'hesmine	14/1(+13%)	(9) Remember'hesmine 14/1, 14/1, respectable fourth of 8 in bumper at Clonmel (18.7f, soft) 22 days ago. Makes hurdles debut. Some bumper promise but surprising if he made an immediate impact hurdling.
(8) (14/1 +30%) Paddy Elvis	14/1(+30%)	(8) Paddy Elvis 14/1, Modest hurdler. Remains a maiden after 7 hurdle runs. Below form eighth of 15 in handicap hurdle (6/1) at this course (18.8f, good) 14 days ago, unsuited by drop in trip. Modest maiden has it all to do back in maiden company.
(1) (66/1 -65%) Augusta George	66/1(-65%)	(1) Augusta George 66/1, Sixth of 13 in bumper at this course (17.3f, good to soft, 66/1). Off 11 months. Makes hurdles debut. Up in trip. Fair form in bumpers here this time last year; best watched on hurdles debut.
(12) (80/1 +20%) Little Hero	80/1(+20%)	(12) Little Hero 80/1, Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. Eighth of 10 in claiming hurdle (200/1) at Clonmel (18.7f, soft) 22 days ago. Nothing in four hurdling attempts so far.
(6) (80/1 -60%) Le Nouveau	80/1(-60%)	(6) Le Nouveau 80/1, Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. 28/1 and blinkered for 1st time, sixteenth of 19 in novice hurdle at Cork (18.8f, good to soft). First run for yard after leaving Miss Elizabeth Doyle. Glimpse of ability some time ago; long absent and can only be watched.
(3) (100/1 +33%) Citizen Dan	100/1(+33%)	(3) Citizen Dan 100/1, Pulled up in novice hurdle (250/1) at Navan (20f, heavy) 111 days ago. Poor form so far, impossible to fancy.
(4) (125/1 +17%) Fellowshall	125/1(+17%)	(4) Fellowshall 125/1, Fell in novice hurdle (200/1) at Fairyhouse (20f, soft) on NH debut. Off 13 months. Early faller on hurdles debut at Fairyhouse 13 months ago; can only be watched on return.
(11) (125/1 +17%) Essential Part	125/1(+17%)	(11) Essential Part 125/1, Remains a maiden after 11 hurdle runs. 100/1, fifteenth of 22 in handicap hurdle at Punchestown (16.7f, heavy) 131 days ago. Significantly up in trip. Low-grade handicapper very hard to give a chance to back in maiden company.
(10) (200/1 -33%) University Of Life	200/1(-33%)	(10) University Of Life 200/1, Twice-raced maiden. 250/1, pulled up in novice hurdle at Down Royal (17.2f, heavy) 108 days ago, tailed off when pulled up before 3 out. Up in trip. Let down by jumping when pulled up on both attempts hurdling.

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17:05 Downpatrick Maiden Hurdle 22f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

BIG STAGE started off the year by running fifth behind subsequent Champion Bumper hero Jasmin De Vaux at Naas and has acquitted himself well over hurdles since, finishing third at Punchestown before occupying the runner-up berth at Cork and back at Naas. He probably won't need to raise his game in order to take this lesser event, although Nouvotic has kept good company and Kalanisi Flash has performed with credit at this venue before. Give jumping newcomer Remember'hesmine plenty of thought too.

Likely to develop into a match between BIG STAGE and Nouvotic with the former's speed tiling the scales his way.

Providing he handles the quicker ground BIG STAGE (nap) looks the one to beat, the longer trip likely to suit

17:10 Ascot Handicap (Class 4) 16f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(4) (11/10 +12%) Baileys Khelstar	11/10(+12%)	(4) Baileys Khelstar 11/10, Fairly useful as a 3yo and returned with an improved showing to readily make all at Southwell 12 days ago. Should get his own way in front again, so looks the one to beat. 4lb well in under a penalty after bolting up on his Southwell return; hard to beat.
(7) (5/1 +58%) Cherry Cola	5/1(+58%)	(7) Cherry Cola 5/1, Reliable on the Flat and doubled her tally for the season in 7-runner handicap at Bath (good to firm). Respectable third under a penalty there 3 days later. Underperformed back over hurdles since and may need this return from 7 months off. Can go well fresh so 229-day absence not a major issue, but slightly shorter may suit best.
(5) (11/2 -65%) Hedonista	11/2(-65%)	(5) Hedonista 11/2, Progressive last season and improved to get off the mark at Kempton 7 months ago. Type to make a better 4yo and merits respect. 2-4 on the AW last year and 0-2 on turf; still lightly raced and may have more to offer.
(1) (15/2 +17%) Crescent Lake	15/2(+17%)	(1) Crescent Lake 15/2, Three-time winner last season and, while not at best so far this term, he was better than he could show when eighth at Kempton last time. Not completely dismissed. Last three starts leave plenty to be desired; still to prove he wants this far on the Flat.
(2) (17/2 -70%) Clansman	17/2(-70%)	(2) Clansman 17/2, Has returned in flying form, easy winner of handicaps at Thirsk/here over 14f last month and produced two solid efforts since, third at Ripon last time. Should be thereabouts again. Most consistent since returning in March (21123) but drying ground would be a concern.
(8) (9/1 +44%) Anisoptera	9/1(+44%)	(8) Anisoptera 9/1, Has been holding his form well this year and again didn't have much go his way (poorly positioned) when sixth at Chelmsford last time. This stiff track will suit and he's worthy of consideration. Stays well with all four wins on the AW coming over 2m, but rarely seen on turf these days.
(6) (16/1 -14%) Foveros	16/1(-14%)	(6) Foveros 16/1, Good second of 8 in handicap hurdle at Ayr (20.4f, soft, 16/1) 21 days ago. Lightly raced on Flat in the last few seasons but he's well handicapped on his best form for Willie Mullins, so claims if he can build on latest hurdling outing. Losing run up to 14 and others make greater appeal on his return to the level.
(3) (28/1 -40%) Motazzen	28/1(-40%)	(3) Motazzen 28/1, Ended a losing run from a career-low mark when seeing off 13 rivals at Nottingham on penultimate Flat outing for George Baker last season but has made an inauspicous start over hurdles for this yard. Others make more appeal. 1-18 in Britain; showed little in three starts over hurdles for this yard; lots to prove.

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17:10 Ascot Handicap (Class 4) 16f Race Class Flow

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

A 264-day layoff proved no barrier to success as BAILEYS KHELSTAR made light work of his opposition at Southwell in late April. The Cloth Of Stars gelding is effectively 4lb well-in under a 5lb penalty and a double could beckon. Hedonista capped off last season with a victory over this trip at Kempton and Ed Walker's filly may serve the most resistance to the selection, ahead of Clansman, who arrives in good heart.

BAILEYS KHELSTAR had plenty to spare when scoring at Southwell on reappearance and Archie Young's claim negates the penalty, so he's fancied to get the better of Hedonista, who was successful on her final outing last year. Clansman is another one to consider.

It's hard to knock BAILEYS KHELSTAR who is 4lb well in under a penalty for his impressive reappearance at Southwell 12 days ago.

17:15 Cork Maiden 6f - 14 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(10) (11/8 +45%) Emerald Banner	11/8(+45%)	(10) Emerald Banner 11/8, Lightly-raced filly. Only fifth of 8 in minor event (4/7) at Dundalk (6f) 175 days ago. Tongue strap on 1st time. Leading form claims if back to her best. Beaten less than a length 3 times last term; poor AW fav latest but can do better now.
(8) (7/2 -27%) Annie Edson Taylor	7/2(-27%)	(8) Annie Edson Taylor 7/2, Twice-raced filly. 13/8, good second of 18 in maiden at Navan (5.8f, soft). Off 7 months but can't be ruled out. Not beaten far either start so far and may be more to come this term; off 219 days.
(5) (4/1 -45%) Monasterboice	4/1(-45%)	(5) Monasterboice 4/1, Lightly-raced gelding. 22/1 and blinkered for 1st time, very good third of 18 in maiden at the Curragh (7f, heavy) 20 days ago. Player. Promise as juvenile and career best 3rd on return; 6f may suit and Keane booked.
(4) (5/1 +9%) Grand City Hall	5/1(+9%)	(4) Grand City Hall 5/1, Promising sort. 3/1, suffered a poor run when fifth of 10 in maiden at Down Royal (5f, good to firm). Off 8 months. Open to progress. Promise in each of 3 2yo starts; gelded; interesting to see what market makes of him.
(13) (13/2 +80%) Ringabella	13/2(+80%)	(13) Ringabella 13/2, Twice-raced filly. 9/1, ninth of 13 in maiden at this course (5f, soft), not knocked about. Off 7 months. Tongue strap on 1st time. Couldn't land a blow when beaten 4l on debut; failed to improve here latest.
(9) (8/1 +33%) Bleak Midwinter	8/1(+33%)	(9) Bleak Midwinter 8/1, Once-raced filly. 7/1, thirteenth of 18 in maiden at the Curragh (7f, heavy) on debut 20 days ago, not much room. Likely to improve. Beaten 6l when 13th of 18 in a Curragh maiden; not sure to appreciate the drop in trip.
(7) (12/1 -20%) Speedwood	12/1(-20%)	(7) Speedwood 12/1, €6,000 yearling, €50,000 2-y-o, Garswood colt. Half-brother to winner up to 1¼m Hariasa and 2-y-o 5.5f winner Capitano, both in France. Dam French 2-y-o 5.5f-7f winner. Garswood colt; cost 42,000euros as a 2yo; speedy pedigree but tough ask for newcomer.
(14) (20/1 +20%) Times In Oz	20/1(+20%)	(14) Times In Oz 20/1, Gregorian filly. Dam 5f/6f winner. Gregorian filly; dam 5f-6f AW winner; worth a market check.
(2) (33/1 -65%) Eurielle	33/1(-65%)	(2) Eurielle 33/1, Twice-raced filly. Ninth of 10 in maiden at this course (5f, good to soft, 11/4). Off 10 months. Minor promise on debut before lesser effort here; questions to answer after 329 days off.
(3) (33/1 -32%) Desert Power	33/1(-32%)	(3) Desert Power 33/1, Slade Power gelding. Dam 5f winner. Speedy pedigree and yard have done well with family but this one already gelded.
(6) (50/1 +24%) Movento	50/1(+24%)	(6) Movento 50/1, Once-raced gelding. Seventeenth of 18 in maiden at this course (5f, heavy, 33/1) on debut 41 days ago. Hooded for 1st time. Only beat one home when 33s for a maiden here in March; hood now tried; a lot to find.
(1) (150/1 +25%) Making A Move	150/1(+25%)	(1) Making A Move 150/1, Twice-raced colt. 200/1, twelfth of 13 in maiden at Dundalk (6f) 28 days ago. Shown very little in two runs so far and impossible to fancy.
(11) (250/1 -25%) Marclaflo Diamond	250/1(-25%)	(11) Marclaflo Diamond 250/1, Twice-raced filly. 150/1, last of 14 in maiden at Dundalk (8f). Off 168 days. Back down in trip. Shown nothing in two starts so far; off 168 days.

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17:15 Cork Maiden 6f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

EMERALD BANNER had three good runner-up efforts last season and may be able to make a winning return here. The Starspangledbanner filly ran into some smart sorts, including subsequent Group 3 winner Prime Art, and looks the form choice off her mark of 86. Annie Edson Taylor was placed on both her starts last term and that form looks fairly solid. She looks like an obvious danger. Monasterboice already has a run under his belt, finishing a close third at the Curragh last month, and he also has to be on the shortlist, while Grand City Hall is another with placed form that has to come into calculations.

A case can be made for a few of these but MONASTERBOICE advertised his well-being when a very good recent Curragh third so edges the vote from Emerald Banner, who holds excellent form claims if shrugging off a lesser effort at Dundalk last time out. Returning duo Annie Edson Taylor and Grand City Hall both command plenty of respect too.

This can go the way of EMERALD BANNER who ran some cracking races as a juvenile and the yard can get one ready for a return run

17:18 Sedgefield Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 17f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(1) (2/1 +20%) Camarrate	2/1(+20%)	(1) Camarrate 2/1, Fairly useful AW Flat winner for Grant Tuer and taken well to hurdling, justifying favouritism in Fakenham juvenile over Easter. Highly likely there's more to come from him. Fakenham maiden winner (2m, good); penalised accordingly but still high on the shortlist..
(4) (10/3 +33%) Graze On Phoenix	10/3(+33%)	(4) Graze On Phoenix 10/3, Unseated riser early on hurdles bow in December but offered plenty to work on when third of 9 in novice at Doncaster a month later. Not taken lightly. Third to Dysart Enos at Doncaster (2m) in January; possibilities if taking a step forward..
(2) (9/2 +18%) Byron Hill	9/2(+18%)	(2) Byron Hill 9/2, Fairly useful stayer on the level and has shown ability over hurdles. Off since July but open to improvement for new yard (has left Richard Hughes). Ex-R. Hughes; three Flat wins; has shown ability over hurdles; first start for P. Neville..
(7) (7/1 -8%) Oscar Doodle	7/1(-8%)	(7) Oscar Doodle 7/1, Modest performer on Flat (stays 12.5f), who won 3 times in 2023. Ran to a similar level when third in C&D maiden on hurdles bow in February and ran well back on the level 2 weeks ago. Player. Four-time AW winner (1m2f-12.5f); runner-up at Newcastle latest; C&D placed in February..
(12) (15/2 -50%) Vanilla Dancer	15/2(-50%)	(12) Vanilla Dancer 15/2, Progressive in bumpers, scoring here in December, and not disgraced switched to hurdles last 2 starts. Respected. C&D bumper winner (soft) last November; placed over hurdles here (beaten 16l) last time..
(6) (17/2 +15%) Kingston Narcissus	17/2(+15%)	(6) Kingston Narcissus 17/2, Fair and consistent maiden on Flat in France (stays 15f) for E. Libaud (sold €30,000 in November). Should take to this sphere being a brother to a fairly useful 2m hurdler so no surprise to see him figure. Ex-French Flat racer (1m2f-1m7f); has joined R. Menzies for 30,000euros; hurdles debut..
(10) (33/1 -106%) Toscan Genius	33/1(-106%)	(10) Toscan Genius 33/1, Modest Flat winner who produced a decent first effort in this sphere when runner-up here (19.8f) in November. Excuses here later that month but well held back on the level since after a break. Flattered by proximity to the winner on course hurdles debut (2m4f, soft) last November..
(5) (33/1 -65%) Jingle Du Gouet	33/1(-65%)	(5) Jingle Du Gouet 33/1, Successful on the second of his 2 starts between the flags but little to shout about under Rules both starts last month. Point winner (3m); fared okay on first two starts for this trainer; others more appealing..
(11) (40/1 +20%) Away She Goes	40/1(+20%)	(11) Away She Goes 40/1, Well held in 2 bumpers. Well beaten in two bumpers; better ground (at realistic level) for the switch to hurdling..
(9) (50/1 -150%) Rathgearan	50/1(-150%)	(9) Rathgearan 50/1, Modest in bumpers in Ireland and similar form over hurdles/fences. Showed nothing after 16 months off at Hexham 18 days ago. Fair form late 2022; always behind and pulled up on recent return; safer to look elsewhere.
(3) (100/1 -52%) Castlecomer Bill	100/1(-52%)	(3) Castlecomer Bill 100/1, Getaway gelding who showed nothing in bumper/maiden hurdle. Pulled up on hurdles debut at Ayr (2m4f; 100-1); newly hooded stablemate of Byron Hill..
(8) (150/1 -127%) Racquet Club	150/1(-127%)	(8) Racquet Club 150/1, Failed to trouble the judge in 3 runs on the Flat for Johnny Murtagh in 2022 and pulled up both starts over hurdles last month. Pulled up on both starts over hurdles (2m-2m2f, soft); no obvious reason to expect better..

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17:18 Sedgefield Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 17f Race Class Flow

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

CAMARRATE has improved with each start over hurdles thus far, showing a likeable attitude when battling to success at Fakenham last time. If able to take another step in the right direction, he could follow up under a penalty. Oscar Doodle posted a solid third-placed effort on his hurdling debut over C&D in February and has twice run well on the level at Newcastle since. He must enter calculations, while course bumper winner Vanilla Dancer and the returning Byron Hill are other names to note.

CAMARRATE overcame the run of the race when off the mark in this sphere at Fakenham and remains with potential given his above-average Flat form. Oscar Doodle and Graze On Phoenix are feared most.

The tentative suggestion is Patrick Neville's stable newcomer BYRON HILL. The Fakenham scorer Camarrate is an obvious threat.

17:23 Chester Handicap (Class 4) 12f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(7) (9/4 +10%) Giselles Defence	9/4(+10%)	(7) Giselles Defence 9/4, Placed in handicaps at Dundalk at the end of 2023 and, making his first start since since leaving Gavin Cromwell, went close when runner-up at Nottingham in April. Went one better at Pontefract (10f) 9 days ago, so he's respected under a penalty with cheekpieces back on. Easy win at Pontefract nine days ago (1m2f, soft); well in under a penalty; strong claims.
(3) (9/2 +25%) Turner Girl	9/2(+25%)	(3) Turner Girl 9/2, Consistent type and, in first-time visor back on turf, built on this year's efforts when making all at Doncaster (10.2f) a fortnight ago. Got the better of an unexposed sort last time and she can make another bold bid as she goes back up in trip. Career best when making all at Doncaster two weeks ago; major player despite a 4lb rise.
(4) (13/2 -30%) Destinado	13/2(-30%)	(4) Destinado 13/2, Has been thriving for his current yard, recording a sixth success of the year when staying on to lead late in 13-runner handicap at Musselburgh (12.5f) 19 days ago. Not dismissed lightly in his current form. Six wins for new yard this year; could still have more to offer; leading contender.
(9) (15/2 +46%) Swinging London	15/2(+46%)	(9) Swinging London 15/2, Fair hurdler for Olly Murphy and, back on the Flat for his stable debut, ran to a similar level when runner-up at Southwell (12.1f) in February. Has continued in good heart since, but more needed as he goes back up in grade with cheekpieces reapplied. Series of good efforts for new yard this year but he'll need to raise his game to win.
(2) (15/2 +12%) Percy Jones	15/2(+12%)	(2) Percy Jones 15/2, Whose sole previous success had came at Wolverhampton in 2022, doubled his tally when scoring at the same venue (14f) in August. Not discredited in his 2 subsequent outings, so he's capable of getting involved if ready to go after 6 months off. Popped up on AW last August (1m6f) but less good twice since and off for six months.
(8) (8/1 +0%) Polar Princess	8/1(+0%)	(8) Polar Princess 8/1, Had been shaping up well over the winter and opened her account with a cosy success at Newcastle (12.4f) in February. Back up in grade but she could still have more to offer as she makes her turf debut. Major player. Off the mark at Newcastle in February (12.5f); 3lb higher in a better race; turf debut.
(5) (9/1 -50%) Whispering Royal	9/1(-50%)	(5) Whispering Royal 9/1, Winner at debut at Dundalk for Barry Fitzgerald. Showed fair form in 3 starts on the level for current yard last summer and also successful in a juvenile hurdle in December. Made the frame on his latest outing 2 months ago and he could yet do better back in this sphere. Hurdle win in December; still has potential on the Flat and a good apprentice is booked.
(1) (18/1 +18%) Chase The Dollar	18/1(+18%)	(1) Chase The Dollar 18/1, Gained reward for a consistent run of form when ending long losing run at Wolverhampton (14f) in November. However, has finished down the field all 3 starts since, well held at the same C&D when last seen in January. Disappointing in three runs since a 1m6f AW win in November; others are more appealing.
(6) (22/1 -22%) Lunar Jet	22/1(-22%)	(6) Lunar Jet 22/1, Goes well on softer ground and bounced back to winning ways at Redcar (10f, heavy) last April. After a further 6 months off, fared better than on his stable debut when 1½ lengths fifth of 8 at Nottingham (10.2f, heavy) 20 days ago. Others still make more appeal. Veteran who shaped well after a break last month; drying ground not ideal but e-w claims.

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17:23 Chester Handicap (Class 4) 12f Race Class Flow

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

GISELLES DEFENCE made amends for a near-miss on his UK debut when justifying favouritism with the minimum of fuss at Pontefract last week. As long as those two runs in relatively quick succession haven't taken a toll, he can follow up under a penalty that leaves him 3lb well-in. Turner Girl, Polar Princess and Destinado also arrive in winning form, while Alan King has taken this prize for the past two years so Whispering Royal has to be given consideration.

Having been placed on her previous 4 starts, POLAR PRINCESS got off the mark with a bit in hand at Newcastle in February and she is taken to score again now that she's up and running. Giselles Defence confirmed the promise of his stable debut when gaining a first success at Nottingham 9 days ago and could be the main danger, ahead of the consistent Turner Girl.

Destinado has flourished for his new yard and should go well again but GISELLES DEFENCE is preferred after his easy Pontefract win.

17:27 Nottingham Stakes (Class 5) 8f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(9) (11/8 +50%) Redhot Whisper	11/8(+50%)	(9) Redhot Whisper 11/8, Confirmed debut promise when second to a smart prospect at Doncaster in September. Highly tried both starts since and will find this much easier. Headgear on 1st time. Tough tasks last twice and he sets useful standard back in much calmer waters; been gelded.
(4) (7/2 -40%) Condor Pasa	7/2(-40%)	(4) Condor Pasa 7/2, Promising start in 1m Kempton novices earlier this year. Gelded since last seen and remains with potential. Obvious claims switched to turf. Two promising thirds at Kempton this year and he's respected on turf debut; been gelded.
(8) (13/2 -63%) Pipes And Drums	13/2(-63%)	(8) Pipes And Drums 13/2, Raven's Pass colt. Half-brother to 3 winners, including smart winner up to 1m Gold Town and useful 5f-7f winner Island of Life. Dam 2-y-o 5f-7f winner. Interesting newcomer. Has a striking pedigree and he's an interesting newcomer for top yard.
(5) (15/2 +32%) Midnight Gun	15/2(+32%)	(5) Midnight Gun 15/2, Twice-raced maiden. 6/1, fifth of 13 in novice event at Kempton (7f) 23 days ago, slowly away. Should have more to offer. Showed promise at Kempton (7f) last month but he needs another major step forward here.
(1) (11/1 -57%) Alentejo	11/1(-57%)	(1) Alentejo 11/1, Once-raced maiden. Last of 6 in maiden (12/1) at Newbury (8f, good) on debut. Off 8 months. Last of six on Newbury debut last summer and needs a transformation on return; been gelded.
(12) (18/1 -29%) Seamore	18/1(-29%)	(12) Seamore 18/1, Sales price rose to €170,000 last year and promising fourth of 12 in maiden at Lingfield (8f, AW) on debut last month, caught further back than ideal. Pulled too hard up in trip at Newbury 2 weeks later so worth another chance. Promising fourth at Lingfield and had excuse at 1m2f last time; in the mix back in trip.
(11) (22/1 +45%) Charmaine	22/1(+45%)	(11) Charmaine 22/1, Camelot filly. Dam winner up to 1¼m (2-y-o 1m winner). 40/1, ninth of 10 in novice at Kempton (7f) on debut, very slowly away. Off 8 months. Hooded for 1st time. Didn't show much in sole 2yo run and is best watched on return; hood added.
(3) (25/1 -178%) Campaign Medal	25/1(-178%)	(3) Campaign Medal 25/1, No Nay Never colt. Dam, 1m winner who stayed 1¾m, sister to smart performer up to 1¼m (should have been suited by 1½m) Mekong River. Similar form both starts 6 months apart, sixth of 11 in maiden at Yarmouth (8f, good) 10 days ago. Well-held sixth in both runs (1m) and he needs plenty of improvement.
(7) (28/1 -133%) Nevernay	28/1(-133%)	(7) Nevernay 28/1, 115,000 gns yearling, No Nay Never colt. Half-brother to 3 winners, including smart 6f winner Gustavus Weston and useful winner up to 6f Kape Moss. Fifth of 8 in novice event at Wolverhampton (8.6f, 40/1) on debut 13 days ago. Should progress. Ran green but he wasn't beaten far at Wolverhampton and should know much more this time.
(2) (66/1 -560%) Aviemore	66/1(-560%)	(2) Aviemore 66/1, 90,000 gns yearling, Kodiac gelding. Dam 6f winner out of Australian Group 1 winner Lone Rock. One to note. 90,000gns yearling; already been gelded and market should guide on debut.
(6) (100/1 -203%) Midnight Missile	100/1(-203%)	(6) Midnight Missile 100/1, 31,000 gns foal, 85,000 gns yearling, 8,000 gns 2-y-o, Twilight Son gelding. Dam winner up to 7f (2-y-o 6f winner). 8,000gns 2yo; this looks a tough starting point and is probably best watched.
(10) (100/1 -150%) Sovereignlightcafe	100/1(-150%)	(10) Sovereignlightcafe 100/1, 21,000 gns Postponed gelding. Dam, 1¼m-1½m winner who stayed 14.5f, also won over hurdles, sister to smart winner up to 2¼m (stayed 2½m) Fun Mac. 125/1, fifth of 12 in maiden at Southwell (8.1f) on debut. Off 126 days. Type to do better somewhere down the line. Showed ability on his Southwell debut in January but he has a lot to find on return.

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17:27 Nottingham Stakes (Class 5) 8f Race Class Flow

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

ALENTEJO was too keen for his own good when finishing last of six in a warm Newbury maiden on his debut last season, but stepping marginally up in trip with that outing under his belt, it would be no surprise if the son of Waldgeist was able to get off the mark at the second time of asking. Redhot Whisper hasn't kicked on as expected after finishing an excellent second over a mile at Doncaster on his second start last September but, with cheekpieces enlisted, he may get back on track. Condor Pasa has the ability to feature prominently in a race of this nature and warrants respect for his in-form stable.

REDHOT WHISPER has been highly tried since chasing home a smart prospect at Doncaster so can take advantage of this drop in class. Condor Pasa didn't progress as expected from his debut but remains with potential, while Pipes And Drums is a newcomer to note.

This looks a bit tricky but it might be worth siding with the Gosdens' striking newcomer PIPES AND DRUMS.

17:30 Ripon Maiden (Class 4) 5f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(1) (11/8 +39%) Do It Now	11/8(+39%)	(1) Do It Now 11/8, £60,000 yearling, Bungle Inthejungle colt. Dam 2-y-o 5f winner. Good start in 5f novices, lack of running room meaning he wasn't seen to best effect at Musselburgh last time. Obvious claims. Similar form both starts; remains open to improvement and his chance is respected.
(2) (3/1 +33%) Triple Charged	3/1(+33%)	(2) Triple Charged 3/1, Foaled March 11. Invincible Spirit colt. Dam, maiden (stayed 1¼m), half-sister to useful 2-y-o 7f winner Marsh Hawk (by Invincible Spirit). Newcomer to note for yard that has had them ready. First foal; dam placed 7f/1m (RPR 68), closely related to 5f 2yo winner Hairy Rocket..
(7) (17/2 -42%) Kallippos	17/2(-42%)	(7) Kallippos 17/2, 38,000 gns Kodiac filly. Dam, 6f winner, half-sister to 7f/1m winner (including Racing Post Trophy) Elm Park and 9f/1¼m winner Brorocco, both smart. 7/2, hinted at ability under a positive ride at Beverley (5f) a fortnight ago. Should improve. Showed promise until weakening on debut; should come on for that and less testing ground..
(5) (12/1 +14%) Hashtagnotions	12/1(+14%)	(5) Hashtagnotions 12/1, 23,000 gns yearling, Mehmas colt. Half-brother to several winners, including useful 2-y-o 5f winner Shumookhi and 2-y-o 5f/6f winner Chinese Knot. 11/1, bred to be sharp, shaped as if in need of the experience on debut at Wolverhampton (5f) last month. This should reveal more. Unable to get in a blow on debut; should come on for that; trainer back among the winners..
(3) (12/1 -100%) Combat Soldier	12/1(-100%)	(3) Combat Soldier 12/1, Foaled April 26. Soldier's Call colt. Closely related to 1m winner Dirty Thirty and 7f winner United Force and half-brother to useful 2-y-o 5f/6f winner Desert Dreamer. Dam 11f winner. Closely related to winners over 1m and 7f; half-brother to 5f/6f winner Desert Dreamer..
(6) (12/1 -100%) Go On Rosie	12/1(-100%)	(6) Go On Rosie 12/1, 40,000 gns Dandy Man filly. Dam 2-y-o 6.3f winner. 12/1, showed plenty to work on amidst inexperience at Newcastle (5f) 7 weeks ago, the penny beginning to drop late on. That wasn't a strong race although the second won next time. Open to improvement. Third on debut, despite greenness; needs to step up on that bare form but that's possible..
(4) (16/1 -33%) Cuda Been A Rowlex	16/1(-33%)	(4) Cuda Been A Rowlex 16/1, Foaled April 18. £20,000 yearling, Ardad colt. Brother to useful/ungenuine winner up to 6.3f Admiral D and half-brother to 3 winners, including 1m-1¼m winner Ascot Grey and winner up to 7f Zoraida. Brother to useful 6f winner Admiral D (including 2yo); trainers had recent turf 2yo winner.
(9) (16/1 -129%) Sun Petal	16/1(-129%)	(9) Sun Petal 16/1, Foaled February 10. €28,000 yearling, Too Darn Hot filly. Closely related to 1m/8.6f winner Nankeen and winner up to 9.5f Mellow Yellow and half-sister to 11.4f-13f winner We Know, all useful. Yard can ready them and she's one to note. Closely related to two winners and a half-sister to two others; market check suggested..
(8) (40/1 -60%) Innocent Settler	40/1(-60%)	(8) Innocent Settler 40/1, €32,000 yearling, Sioux Nation filly. Dam, maiden (stayed 1m), half-sister to smart winner up to 1¼m (probably stays 1½m) Flying Visit out of useful 7f-10.5f winner Fionnuar. 10/1 and tongue tied, well held on debut at Thirsk (5f, heavy) 3 weeks ago. Well beaten on debut; trainer won this last year (with debutant); big step up needed..

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17:30 Ripon Maiden (Class 4) 5f Race Class Flow

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

The Adrian Keatley stable is in excellent form at present and DO IT NOW sets the standard on the back of some promising efforts in defeat at Kempton and Musselburgh. The booking of Paul Mulrennan is a plus and he gets the vote ahead of newcomer Combat Soldier, a half-brother to Desert Dreamer, who was a high-class juvenile three years ago. Fellow debutant Triple Charged and Kallippos are others to consider.

DO IT NOW has made a bright start in a couple of 5f novices and looks the obvious call in a very winnable maiden. Go On Rosie and Kallippos are dangers, with Triple Charged perhaps the pick of the newcomers.

With the stable's runners going well and some invaluable experience, perhaps DO IT NOW can notch a first win.

17:35 Downpatrick Handicap Hurdle 22f - 18 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(11) (10/3 +17%) Kilbrin Rocco	10/3(+17%)	(11) Kilbrin Rocco 10/3, Promising individual. 40/1 and tongue strap on for 1st time, career best when winning 15-runner handicap hurdle at this course (18.8f, good) 14 days ago. Open to further progress. Much improved on better ground to win here last month; 8lb rise appears manageable.
(13) (4/1 +47%) I Am Spider Man	4/1(+47%)	(13) I Am Spider Man 4/1, Respectable sixth of 16 in handicap hurdle (17/2) at Tramore (21.5f, good to soft) 18 days ago. Not taken lightly. None too fluent at Tramore latest; better ground to suit so don't rule out.
(2) (4/1 +0%) Son Of Hypnos	4/1(+0%)	(2) Son Of Hypnos 4/1, Won 10-runner handicap chase (12/1) at this course (19.4f, good) 14 days ago, soon clear. Switches from chase to hurdles. Expected to be bang there. Ready chase winner on last month's return here; interesting to see if he can back that up.
(9) (5/1 -43%) C'est Quelqu'un	5/1(-43%)	(9) C'est Quelqu'un 5/1, Two wins from 6 runs last season. 8/1, sixth of 9 in handicap chase at Tramore (21.7f, good to soft) 19 days ago. Switches from chase to hurdles. Blinkers back on. Looks competitive on form. All the better for last month's return, potentially well handicapped reverting to hurdles.
(4) (8/1 -33%) Politicise	8/1(-33%)	(4) Politicise 8/1, 10/1, improved to win 16-runner handicap chase at Down Royal (20f, good to soft) 26 days ago. Switches from chase to hurdles and has same mark here. Gutsy winner over fences at Down Royal recently; respected off 7lb lower hurdles mark.
(5) (11/1 +67%) Quite Incredible	11/1(+67%)	(5) Quite Incredible 11/1, Remains a maiden after 16 NH runs. 28/1, twelfth of 18 in handicap hurdle at Leopardstown (16f, soft) 68 days ago. Significantly back up in trip. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Really lost his way in recent times; cheekpieces now tried.
(6) (16/1 +36%) Dinoland	16/1(+36%)	(6) Dinoland 16/1, 22/1, pulled up in handicap chase at Down Royal (20f, good to soft) on debut over fences 26 days ago won by Politicise, pulled up before 3 out. Switches from chase to hurdles. No sort of race on recent chase debut; ground now in his favour back hurdling.
(10) (20/1 -43%) Gaye Winnie	20/1(-43%)	(10) Gaye Winnie 20/1, Course winner. 25/1, bit below form eighth of 13 in handicap hurdle at this course (23.2f, good) 14 days ago. Maiden hurdle winner over 2m2f here last summer but has struggled in handicaps since.
(7) (22/1 -120%) Katherine	22/1(-120%)	(7) Katherine 22/1, 16¾ lengths fourth of 10 to Son of Hypnos in handicap chase (5/1) at this course (19.4f, good) 14 days ago, faring best of those held up. Switches from chase to hurdles. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Ground to suit but recent chase form not that encouraging; cheekpieces tried.
(12) (33/1 -175%) Renard De Noir	33/1(-175%)	(12) Renard De Noir 33/1, Tenth of 12 in novice hurdle (250/1) at Down Royal (20.2f, soft) 136 days ago. Makes handicap hurdle debut. Not progressive in maidens; much quicker ground and longer trip for handicap debut here.
(1) (33/1 -65%) Justicialism	33/1(-65%)	(1) Justicialism 33/1, Fourteen runs since last win in 2022. First run since leaving B. R. Hamilton when tenth of 13 in handicap hurdle (25/1) at Ayr (24.3f, heavy) 87 days ago. Blinkers back on. Tailed off on yard debut in Ayr handicap in February; blinkers re-tried but hard to fancy.
(16) (33/1 +0%) Another Red Cat	33/1(+0%)	(16) Another Red Cat 33/1, Pulled up in handicap hurdle at Punchestown (20.2f, heavy, 40/1) 79 days ago, weakening approaching 2 out. RESERVE. Opening handicap efforts poor; handicapper quick to act but still best watched; reserve.
(18) (33/1 +0%) Moulane West	33/1(+0%)	(18) Moulane West 33/1, One win from 23 NH runs. Sixteenth of 19 in handicap hurdle (22/1) at Tipperary (16f, good to soft) 17 days ago. Significantly up in trip. Tongue strap on for 1st time. RESERVE. Bumper winner regressive of late and makes little appeal; reserve.
(8) (40/1 -186%) Schiehallion	40/1(-186%)	(8) Schiehallion 40/1, Eighteenth of 25 in novice hurdle (150/1) at Navan (16f, heavy) 153 days ago. Significantly up in trip. Makes handicap hurdle debut. Should progress. Unexposed entering handicaps after three 2m maiden runs; upped in trip.
(3) (50/1 +0%) Benz	50/1(+0%)	(3) Benz 50/1, Last of 10 in minor event (25/1) at Wolverhampton (12.2f) 88 days ago, folding. Switches from Flat to hurdles. Significantly up in trip. Tongue strap on for 1st time. Little in three runs for current yard; tongue tie tried but of limited appeal.
(17) (50/1 +0%) Temptation Time	50/1(+0%)	(17) Temptation Time 50/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Tongue strap on for 1st time, fifteenth of 16 in handicap hurdle at Bellewstown (20.5f, good to soft, 66/1) 16 days ago. Cheekpieces on for 1st time. RESERVE. Tame handicap debut last month; cheekpieces added but of limited appeal; reserve.
(15) (66/1 -100%) Its Not Over Yet	66/1(-100%)	(15) Its Not Over Yet 66/1, Brought down in novice hurdle at Down Royal (19.8f, soft, 150/1) 26 days ago. Makes handicap hurdle debut. Maiden form has amounted to little, hard to be confident in now tackling handicap.
(14) (80/1 -21%) Ghumama	80/1(-21%)	(14) Ghumama 80/1, 100/1, first run since leaving James McAuley when twelfth of 16 in handicap hurdle at Bellewstown (20.5f, good to soft) 16 days ago. Never sighted on last month's Bellewstown return; hard to fancy although ground to suit.

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17:35 Downpatrick Handicap Hurdle 22f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

Kilbrin Rocco sprung a surprise here, on the same card that Son Of Hypnos struck over fences. The latter is 7lb lower than his revised chase mark, while Politicise is also 7lb below his rating in that sphere after just getting up over the bigger obstacles at Down Royal. C'EST QUELQU'UN is another out to capitalise on a comparatively lenient timber figure and although the wheels have come off since he shared the spoils here back in September, he is too well treated to ignore.

This looks a strong race for the grade with KILBRIN ROCCO fancied to build on his much-improved display over 19f here a fortnight ago and go in again. Son of Hypnos and Politicise arrive on the back of wins over fences and are just a couple of potential threats.

Recent chase winners Son Of Hypnos and Politicise demand respect but preference is for another returning chaser C'EST QUELQU'UN

17:48 Sedgefield Handicap Chase (Class 5) 17f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(9) (5/2 +50%) Tropical Talent	5/2(+50%)	(9) Tropical Talent 5/2, Remains a maiden under both codes but more to take from efforts over fences, no extra late on when fourth at Warwick a fortnight ago. Tongue tie may help and he's of major interest. Previous with Six One Nine; creditable Warwick fourth (2m) a fortnight ago; tongue-tie on..
(1) (9/2 -64%) Six One Nine	9/2(-64%)	(1) Six One Nine 9/2, Has really enhanced his strike-rate over fences at Newcastle in recent times, winning 3 times in all last season. Versatile regarding trip and 4 lb rise shouldn't prevent a bold bid. Progressive chaser; 4lb higher than when scoring at Newcastle (2m4f, heavy) last month..
(3) (7/1 +36%) Dream Jet	7/1(+36%)	(3) Dream Jet 7/1, Placed in an Irish point and left his previous form under Rules behind when landing a Stratford maiden hurdle under Harry Cobden in August. Has failed to take to chasing so far. Failed to respond kindly to the switch to fences (0-3); pulled up at Fakenham in February..
(5) (8/1 +20%) Great Ballinboris	8/1(+20%)	(5) Great Ballinboris 8/1, Failed to make an impact over hurdles but there were some positives to take from his chase debut third at Wetherby (19.4f, heavy) on Boxing Day on return from a year off. Clearly fragile and not in the same form at Carlisle. Fared okay (in the circumstances) when third at Wetherby; not so clever at Carlisle since..
(4) (9/1 -13%) Blue Bear	9/1(-13%)	(4) Blue Bear 9/1, Raised his game to complete a ready first success at Sedgefield in February. Not in the same form completed start since, unseating rider at the first at Market Rasen. Previous with Six One Nine; 5lb higher than when scoring over C&D in Feb; below par since..
(6) (10/1 +17%) Augharue	10/1(+17%)	(6) Augharue 10/1, Went close at Hexham on his return from an absence in October but has gone backwards in 5 subsequent starts and it's probably best to look elsewhere. Hexham runner-up (2m; OR 92) last October; poor form figures thereafter; back from a break.
(2) (12/1 -50%) Libby	12/1(-50%)	(2) Libby 12/1, Fair form over hurdles for Joseph O'Brien but well held in various company for current yard. Hopes rest on application of a visor. 22-race maiden; didn't jump with fluency at Fakenham (2m) last time; visor newly applied..
(10) (14/1 -17%) Moves Like Monty	14/1(-17%)	(10) Moves Like Monty 14/1, Irish point winner but looked limited in his qualifying runs over hurdles. Fences may see him in a better light now chasing and he's one to monitor in the market. Point winner (3m, good) who joined L Morgan for £36,000; poor efforts over hurdles (0-3)..
(7) (18/1 -80%) Kicksaftersix	18/1(-80%)	(7) Kicksaftersix 18/1, Finally got to grips with chasing when landing 8-runner handicap in a re-fitted hood in June 2023. Failed to meet market expectations twice after that year but given a break and he could easily get back on track. Hexham winner (beat Budarri) last June; 5lb higher; mark isn't insurmountable if fully fit.
(11) (18/1 -13%) Budarri	18/1(-13%)	(11) Budarri 18/1, Successful twice last winter and placed several times since. Soon done with at Musselburgh in February and off the track since. Runner-up to Kicksaftersix at Hexham (2m) last summer; break since latest Musselburgh run..
(8) (33/1 -65%) Dakota Moirette	33/1(-65%)	(8) Dakota Moirette 33/1, Pretty useful chaser at his best but his decent Catterick second off a 5 lb higher mark in December is flanked by two lesser efforts, while it's hard to ignore the fact that his record in this sphere stands at 0-30. Still seeking first win over fences (0-30); runner-up at Catterick (2m) over Christmas..

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17:48 Sedgefield Handicap Chase (Class 5) 17f Race Class Flow

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

Not many of these arrive in good form, but that can't be said of SIX ONE NINE, who has won three of his last four outings. The nine-year-old is versatile in terms of both trip and ground and he won well enough over 2m4f at Newcastle last time to suggest that he can defy a 4lb rise in the ratings. Tropical Talent took a step forward at Warwick and may improve again for the fitting of a tongue-tie, while past C&D scorer Blue Bear cannot be ruled out either.

Not a particularly convincing bunch but TROPICAL TALENT has taken pretty well to chasing, and in the hope a tongue tie helps his finishing effort, he's awarded the vote. Six One Nine is dangerous if returning from a break on his game, with Moves Like Monty one to monitor in the betting.

The thoroughly reliable SIX ONE NINE has the potential to rate better than a 0-100 handicapper, so is preferred to Kicksaftersix.

17:50 Cork Handicap 7f - 19 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(2) (11/5 +27%) Janoobi	11/5(+27%)	(2) Janoobi 11/5, 4/1, career best when winning 16-runner handicap at Naas (7f, heavy) 47 days ago, plenty in hand. Leading claims in the follow-up bid. 5l easy win at Naas in March; up 10lb but can go well again, particularly if there's rain.
(17) (4/1 +50%) Tosen Wish	4/1(+50%)	(17) Tosen Wish 4/1, Failed to justify support when sixteenth of 19 in handicap at the Curragh (8f, heavy, 6/1) 53 days ago. Not one to write off. Found form again at end of last season but likely needs further than this trip.
(3) (7/1 -100%) Stag Night	7/1(-100%)	(3) Stag Night 7/1, Latest win here in March. Creditable second of 14 in handicap (5/2) at Naas (5.9f, soft) 11 days ago. Yard having good spell. Another bold show likely. Still progressing and in career best form of late inc' course win; 7f the big question.
(9) (15/2 +38%) Rahmi	15/2(+38%)	(9) Rahmi 15/2, Tongue strap on for 1st time, below form eleventh of 19 in handicap at the Curragh (8f, heavy, 8/1) 53 days ago. Trainer going well. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Should strip fitter for return. Came on from last season's return to win premier h'cap; 7f may find him out; cheekpieces.
(13) (11/1 +8%) Cheers Again	11/1(+8%)	(13) Cheers Again 11/1, 4/1, career best when winning 12-runner minor event at Dundalk (8f), easily. Off 140 days. Seems better on AW than turf. All 3 wins on AW; ran well here last term; needs further and slower ground; off 140 days.
(7) (12/1 -85%) Earls	12/1(-85%)	(7) Earls 12/1, C&D winner. Career best when winning 9-runner handicap (11/4) at Haydock (7f, heavy) 13 days ago, bit in hand. Right at the top of his game and demands respect again. Won this in 2023; back to form at Haydock last time but up 5lb here; may want it testing.
(16) (14/1 +0%) Scholarship	14/1(+0%)	(16) Scholarship 14/1, 11/1, creditable ninth of 16 in handicap at the Curragh (8f, heavy) 20 days ago. Not taken lightly. Promising yard debut; possibly didn't stay 1m latest; may go well back down in trip.
(5) (16/1 -14%) Apache Outlaw	16/1(-14%)	(5) Apache Outlaw 16/1, 1 win from 3 runs this year. Latest win at Dundalk in March. Creditable third of 14 in handicap at Naas (5.9f, soft, 12/1) 11 days ago. Can't be ruled out. Won twice on AW this winter; ran okay back in turf; capable back up in trip.
(1) (18/1 +28%) Tango Flare	18/1(+28%)	(1) Tango Flare 18/1, Course winner. 13/2, 7½ lengths fifth of 7 to My Eyes Adore You in listed race at Naas (5.9f, soft). Off 6 months. Makes handicap debut. Maiden winner here last year before following up; must improve for 7f on return.
(12) (20/1 +20%) All Lies Ahead	20/1(+20%)	(12) All Lies Ahead 20/1, Twelve runs since last win in 2023. Seventh of 8 in handicap (5/2) at Gowran (7f, soft) 16 days ago. Stable having good spell. Needs to bounce back. No wins since last year's return; poor favourite at Gowran latest; best form on slower.
(19) (20/1 +20%) Kings Time	20/1(+20%)	(19) Kings Time 20/1, Lightly-raced winner. 12/1, fifteenth of 18 in handicap at the Curragh (8f, good). Off 9 months. Likely to need the run. Winning h'cap debut but poor follow up bid; off 272 days and check market; unexposed.
(14) (28/1 -12%) Hurricane Ivor	28/1(-12%)	(14) Hurricane Ivor 28/1, Below form 17 lengths tenth of 16 to Janoobi in handicap (16/1) at Naas (7f, heavy) 47 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Not easy to make a case for. Lost his way at end of last term and low-key return; cheekpieces may help and fair mark.
(15) (28/1 +15%) Current Option	28/1(+15%)	(15) Current Option 28/1, C&D winner. Sixteen runs since last win in 2022. Last of 16 in handicap at the Curragh (8f, heavy, 66/1) 20 days ago, very slowly away. Hard to fancy. C&D Listed winner in 2020; regressive these days and shown very little this year.
(6) (33/1 -136%) Hightimeyouwon	33/1(-136%)	(6) Hightimeyouwon 33/1, C&D winner. 5/2, career best when winning 12-runner handicap at Dundalk (7f) 70 days ago. Doesn't appear to be as good on turf, so this is a big ask. Won this in 2021; got head back in front on AW last time but up 7lb in tougher race here.
(4) (33/1 +0%) Torivega	33/1(+0%)	(4) Torivega 33/1, Course winner. Sixth of 7 in handicap at Navan (5f, good to soft, 11/1). Off 8 months. Significantly up in trip. Tongue strap back on. Hard to make a strong case for. Won 6f Cork maiden here in July before low-key h'cap bow; may need this after 251 days off.
(10) (33/1 +0%) Heavenly Power	33/1(+0%)	(10) Heavenly Power 33/1, Below form tenth of 21 in handicap (25/1) at the Curragh (6f, heavy) 20 days ago. Yard in good form. Not completely dismissed. All 3 wins have come over shorter trips; low key return; optimum conditions slower.
(18) (40/1 -100%) Volatile Analyst	40/1(-100%)	(18) Volatile Analyst 40/1, Fifteen runs since last win in 2022. 18/1, thirteenth of 14 in handicap at Naas (5.9f, soft) 11 days ago. Others more persuasive. Losing run for more than 2 years and barely beaten a rival last 2 starts.
(11) (66/1 +0%) Physique	66/1(+0%)	(11) Physique 66/1, First run since leaving Paul & Oliver Cole when last of 14 in handicap (28/1) at Naas (5.9f, soft) 11 days ago. Others preferred. Some good runs in defeat in Britain last year prior to 28,000gns sale; struggled on return.
(8) (150/1 -200%) Tawaazon	150/1(-200%)	(8) Tawaazon 150/1, Last of 7 in handicap at Dundalk (6f, 18/1). Off 163 days. First run for yard after leaving James McAuley. Plenty to prove. Poor run on AW latest and all best form is over shorter; likely best watched on yard debut.

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17:50 Cork Handicap 7f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

JANOOBI may be able to defy a hike for his comeback win at Naas in March. The Night Of Thunder gelding overcame a serious injury to get back on the track then and ran out a very cosy winner. He was good value for the subsequent 10lb rise and is still an unexposed horse despite being five. Stag Night has been in good form this season and is just 2lb higher having lost out narrowly at Naas last time. He looks like an obvious danger. Tango Flare heads the weights and had a couple of nice runs in stakes company last season. He could make a bold bid despite carrying 10 stone.

JANOOBI is still lightly raced for his age and, having returned from a lengthy absence to score emphatically at Naas in March, he's capable of defying a rise. Stag Night and Earls both arrive in top form and should give the selection plenty to think about.

It was an easy success for JANOOBI on his return to action and the handicapper hasn't gone overboard with a 10lb rise

17:59 Nottingham Handicap (Class 6) 8f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(6) (10/3 +52%) The Spotlight Kid	10/3(+52%)	(6) The Spotlight Kid 10/3, 10/1, ran creditably after 6 months off when third of 12 in handicap at this C&D (heavy) 20 days ago. Now below his last winning mark so could be worth chancing. Resumed from six months off with encouraging C&D third; weighted to go close eased 1lb.
(2) (6/1 -50%) Lunario	6/1(-50%)	(2) Lunario 6/1, 10/1 and blinkered for 1st time, career best when winning 13-runner handicap at Yarmouth (8f, good to firm) 17 days ago, overcoming positional bias to lead final 100 yds. Enters calculations. Blinkered when scoring at Yarmouth latest; very much in the picture with headgear on again.
(10) (13/2 +59%) My Mate Mike	13/2(+59%)	(10) My Mate Mike 13/2, Winner at Lingfield in February. 22/1, bounced back to form when fifth of 12 in handicap at this C&D (heavy) 20 days ago, beaten only by rivals who came from much further back. Good fifth of 12 over C&D 20 days ago; he's firmly in the picture eased 1lb.
(7) (13/2 +28%) Realised	13/2(+28%)	(7) Realised 13/2, Failed to improve when ninth of 12 on handicap debut at this C&D (heavy, 9/2) 20 days ago. Faces much quicker conditions here and remains with potential. Some promise before ninth on handicap debut over C&D; she remains with potential.
(1) (7/1 +0%) Prefer The Sister	7/1(+0%)	(1) Prefer The Sister 7/1, Matched previous form switched to turf when third of 10 in maiden (4/1) at Bath (8f, good to soft) 3 weeks ago. Could take a step forward now handicapping. Good third in Bath maiden latest; player now handicapping with better still to come.
(12) (8/1 -23%) Barleybrown	8/1(-23%)	(12) Barleybrown 8/1, 11/4, continued his good start for his current yard when winning 8-runner handicap at Newcastle (8f) 2 weeks ago, though again showed an ungainly side under pressure. Back on turf and fancied to be involved if keeping his quirks in check. In excellent form for current yard, scoring at Newcastle 2 weeks ago; not dismissed.
(4) (8/1 +0%) Soi Dao	8/1(+0%)	(4) Soi Dao 8/1, Latest win at Wolverhampton in January. Ran well back on turf when third of 12 in handicap at Bath (8f, good to soft, 9/1) 3 weeks ago. Every chance if building on that. Good third of 12 in 1m Bath handicap three weeks ago; she ought to be in the shake-up.
(11) (16/1 -129%) Freddy Robinson	16/1(-129%)	(11) Freddy Robinson 16/1, Won 7-runner handicap hurdle (10/3) at Catterick (15.7f, soft) 4 months ago. Significantly down in trip. Fair on the Flat, well beaten both AW starts in the winter. Still to score on the Flat but he won over hurdles at Catterick in January; respected.
(3) (18/1 -80%) Shaheen Saqaar	18/1(-80%)	(3) Shaheen Saqaar 18/1, Winner at Wolverhampton in December. 9/1, sixth of 8 in handicap at this course (10.2f, heavy) 20 days ago, finding little. Yet to give his running on turf but this quicker ground could see him in a much better light. Only sixth at Nottingham 20 days ago; could bounce back under less testing conditions.
(9) (18/1 -125%) Angel Of Antrim	18/1(-125%)	(9) Angel Of Antrim 18/1, Latest win at Newcastle in April. 10/3, again ran well when length third of 8 to Barleybrown in handicap at Newcastle (8f) 2 weeks ago, clear of rest. Good third at Newcastle two weeks ago; can make his presence felt once more back on turf.
(5) (22/1 -175%) Love Your Work	22/1(-175%)	(5) Love Your Work 22/1, Twenty-two runs since last win in 2022. 5/1, ran one of this season's poorer races when seventh of 9 in handicap at Bath (8f, soft) 12 days ago. Blinkers back on. Must bounce back. On a long losing run and he beat only two in Bath handicap 12 days ago; blinkers refitted.
(8) (40/1 +0%) Mhajim	40/1(+0%)	(8) Mhajim 40/1, 125/1, tenth of 15 in handicap at Newmarket (8f, soft) 6 months ago, unsuited by drop in trip. Worth noting should the market speak in his favour. Hinted at promise in 2023; can't be discounted off a falling mark on his reappearance.

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17:59 Nottingham Handicap (Class 6) 8f Race Class Flow

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

LUNARIO displayed a likeable attitude when scoring in first-time blinkers (retained) over a mile at Yarmouth last month and a 4lb rise may not be enough to prevent Alice Haynes' charge from bringing up the double. Prefer The Sister is racing off what looks a workable opening mark on her handicap debut and she may emerge as the main danger to the selection, while The Spotlight Kid arrives on the back of an admirable placed effort over C&D and merits a second look off 1lb lower.

THE SPOTLIGHT KID made a satisfactory return when third over C&D just under 3 weeks ago, and with that outing sure to have blown away any cobwebs, Dean Ivory's charge gets the nod having dipped below his last winning mark. Lunario did well to open his account at Yarmouth recently and he can give the selection most to think about, with Barleybrown and Soi Dao also fancied to go well, too.

Lots with chances but the vote goes to lightly raced filly PREFER THE SISTER who can take a step forward now handicapping.

18:05 Ripon Handicap (Class 5) 5f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(1) (11/4 -57%) Princess Karine	11/4(-57%)	(1) Princess Karine 11/4, Made all with ease in a 5f Pontefract apprentice race (soft) last week. This is a stronger race but she still makes obvious appeal from the same mark. Made all for wide margin win at Pontefract (5f, soft) latest; escapes penalty; big player..
(6) (5/1 +90%) Kodi Red	5/1(+90%)	(6) Kodi Red 5/1, Ended 2023 on a low note and best watched on return unless the betting hints otherwise. Well beaten on his last three starts, giving him a fair bit to prove..
(4) (6/1 -9%) Mattice	6/1(-9%)	(4) Mattice 6/1, Good second of 11 in handicap at Beverley (5f, good to soft, 16/1) on reappearance 15 days ago. Ought to go well again. Returned from a break to go close and if in that frame of mind he'll be involved again..
(3) (13/2 -8%) Paddy's Day	13/2(-8%)	(3) Paddy's Day 13/2, Latest win at Newcastle in November. Good second of 12 in handicap (14/1) at Musselburgh (5f, good to soft) 19 days ago, no match for winner. Equalled career best on reappearance; claimer back up; handy draw; player..
(8) (7/1 +42%) Thornaby Pearl	7/1(+42%)	(8) Thornaby Pearl 7/1, Course winner. Latest win at Doncaster in March. 9/2, below form seventh of 13 in handicap at this course (6f, heavy) 22 days ago, having hopeless task from position. Dual 6f course winner on soft; handicapper in control last two starts; more needed..
(5) (14/1 +0%) Vadamiah	14/1(+0%)	(5) Vadamiah 14/1, Best effort of last year came when runner-up over C&D in September. First outing for 6 months and might be best to look elsewhere. Placed over C&D last year; front runner; has won when fresh; go well from handy draw..
(7) (14/1 +0%) Count D'orsay	14/1(+0%)	(7) Count D'orsay 14/1, C&D winner. Twelve runs since last win in 2023. Eighth of 11 in handicap at Beverley (5f, good to soft, 11/1) on reappearance 15 days ago. Others preferred. Dual C&D winner; handy mark; one of two engaged for a trainer who does well here..
(10) (14/1 -211%) Leodis Dream	14/1(-211%)	(10) Leodis Dream 14/1, C&D winner who made a successful return to action at Southwell (5f, 9/1) 31 days ago, kept up to work. Should remain competitive up 4 lb. C&D winner; made all to win at Southwell (5f, AW) when fresh last month; up 4lb; player..
(2) (16/1 +0%) Spring Is Sprung	16/1(+0%)	(2) Spring Is Sprung 16/1, Bit below form seventh of 18 in handicap (18/1) at York (5f, good) when last seen in July. Got to be a chance he'll need this comeback run. Taken out on good to soft recently and drying ground would enhance his chance.
(12) (22/1 -10%) Foreseeable Future	22/1(-10%)	(12) Foreseeable Future 22/1, C&D winner. 12/1, tenth of 12 in handicap at Musselburgh (5f, good to soft) 19 days ago. Back on a good mark but need to see more. Dual C&D winner (good) but fair bit to prove based on his first two efforts this season..
(11) (33/1 -106%) Mereside Angel	33/1(-106%)	(11) Mereside Angel 33/1, C&D winner. Lost her form at the end of 2023 but has been cut a bit of slack by the handicapper as a result. Placed on 2023 reappearance. C&D winner; drops 3lb for this return from a break but others push stronger claims..
(9) (33/1 -371%) Dark Kestrel	33/1(-371%)	(9) Dark Kestrel 33/1, Eleven runs since last win in 2023. Good second of 12 in handicap at Newcastle (5f, 9/1) 14 days ago. Much better effort at Newcastle (5f, AW) latest; not ruled out if able to repeat that..

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18:05 Ripon Handicap (Class 5) 5f Race Class Flow

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

MATTICE, who signed off 2023 with a Beverley victory, is slightly unlucky not to be arriving on a hat-trick following a narrow defeat there on his comeback and a 3lb rise could prove lenient as he looks to notch up a fourth career success. An impressive winner at Pontefract last week, Princess Karine can give him plenty to think about, along with Dark Kestrel, who went close at Newcastle on his latest start. Others to note include Leodis Dream, Paddy's Day and Spring Is Sprung.

PRINCESS KARINE escapes a penalty for her recent Pontefract success. This is a more competitive race, and a low stall might not be ideal either, but it's still likely Bryan Smart's mare will take a bit of stopping. Mattice and Leodis Dream can fight it out for minor honours.

Such was the dominance of PRINCESS KARINE (nap) last week that she is hard to look past given that she escapes a penalty.

18:10 Downpatrick Maiden Hurdle 19f - 16 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(4) (2/1 +50%) Gone For Tea	2/1(+50%)	(4) Gone For Tea 2/1, Fair hurdler. Creditable second of 15 in novice hurdle at this course (17.8f, good, 9/4) 14 days ago. Should be on the premises again. Dual C&D second sure to play a role again on favoured ground.
(8) (9/4 -38%) Going Live	9/4(-38%)	(8) Going Live 9/4, €70,000 3-y-o, £150,000 4-y-o, Doyen gelding. Brother to fair chaser Doyannie, and half-brother to 2 winners, including useful bumper winner James's Gate. Off the mark at third attempt in poijts in December and joined a top yard. Points' winner fetched 150,000GBP; top yard and obvious appeal on rules debut.
(13) (9/2 -139%) Garde La Peche	9/2(-139%)	(13) Garde La Peche 9/2, Promising type. Tongue strap on for 1st time, third of 19 in novice hurdle (16/1) at Naas (16f, soft) 36 days ago. Likely to improve again. Recent Naas third upped in trip here with improvement quite possible so respected.
(10) (6/1 +50%) Step Out	6/1(+50%)	(10) Step Out 6/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 66/1, well-beaten thirteenth of 18 to Horaces Pearl in Gr 2 bumper at Aintree (17f, good to soft) 27 days ago. Makes hurdles debut. Disappointing at Aintree but respected on earlier bumper form now on hurdles debut.
(3) (10/1 +60%) Morph Speed	10/1(+60%)	(3) Morph Speed 10/1, First run since leaving Joseph Patrick O'Brien when fourteenth of 16 in handicap (66/1) at Navan (13f, good to soft) 13 days ago. Switches from Flat to hurdles. 80's-rated Flat handicapper; ground should suit for hurdles debut so not one to rule out.
(9) (20/1 -25%) Manfredi	20/1(-25%)	(9) Manfredi 20/1, Tongue strap on for 1st time, fourth of 7 in bumper at Musselburgh (15.6f, good to soft, 15/2) 96 days ago. Makes hurdles debut. Up in trip. Hooded for 1st time. Just fair form in bumpers, surprising if he made an immediate impact hurdling; hood tried.
(6) (25/1 +0%) Garde My Fortune	25/1(+0%)	(6) Garde My Fortune 25/1, €20,000 3-y-o, Soldier of Fortune gelding. Half-brother to fair hurdler/chaser Niccolai, stayed 21f, and fair hurdler Aazza. Newcomer worth a market check.
(12) (33/1 +0%) Hardysonofdan	33/1(+0%)	(12) Hardysonofdan 33/1, Seventh of 19 in novice hurdle (50/1) at Naas (16.5f, soft) 24 days ago. Not at all disgraced in 2m Navan maidens last month; improvement remains possible.
(15) (33/1 +0%) Wee Vee	33/1(+0%)	(15) Wee Vee 33/1, Court Cave filly. Dam, fair 2m-2½m hurdle winner (stayed 3m), sister to fairly useful hurdler (stayed 2½m) Earls Quarter. Debutante appears the lesser likely of the Crawford trio.
(5) (40/1 -21%) A Year Older	40/1(-21%)	(5) A Year Older 40/1, 40/1, sixth of 10 in novice hurdle at Bellewstown (20.5f, good to soft) on NH debut 16 days ago. Never sighted on Bellewstown debut last month, best watched for now.
(14) (66/1 -32%) African Lady	66/1(-32%)	(14) African Lady 66/1, 50/1, twelfth of 19 in novice hurdle at Down Royal (16.8f, good to soft) 4 days ago. Didn't count at Down Royal on Monday; best watched for now.
(2) (80/1 -142%) Khadaash	80/1(-142%)	(2) Khadaash 80/1, Fair Flat winner. Refused to race in handicap at Dundalk (16f, 33/1) 70 days ago. Interesting to see how he takes to hurdling. AW winner last year refused to race on comeback run in March; best watched on hurdles bow.
(7) (100/1 +0%) Glenmorefiftyfour	100/1(+0%)	(7) Glenmorefiftyfour 100/1, First run since leaving P. J. F. Hassett when ninth of 10 in claiming hurdle at Clonmel (18.7f, soft, 100/1) on hurdles bow 22 days ago. Showed nothing back in 2021 and similarly on last month's Clonmel return.
(16) (100/1 +33%) Curzon Queen	100/1(+33%)	(16) Curzon Queen 100/1, Modest maiden on the Flat. Pulled up in novice hurdle at Fairyhouse (19.6f, heavy, 150/1) 41 days ago, pulled up before 4 out. RESERVE. Of little account on the Flat and can only be watched now switched to hurdles; reserve.
(11) (100/1 -203%) Dragonalka	100/1(-203%)	(11) Dragonalka 100/1, Dragon Pulse gelding. Half-brother to 2-y-o 7f winner Claudine. Dam, fair hurdler (17f winner), also 10.3f winner on Flat. Unlikely type to make a winning start under rules.
(1) (150/1 -355%) Bringsty	150/1(-355%)	(1) Bringsty 150/1, 5/1, eleventh of 12 in claimer at Sligo (10.5f, good to soft). Off 9 months. First run for yard after leaving James McAuley. Tongue strap on for hurdles debut. Sixties-rated Flat handicapper best watched now switched to hurdles.

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18:10 Downpatrick Maiden Hurdle 19f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

Garde La Peche didn't look likely to ever repay the 170,000 pounds shelled out for her when down the field at Limerick over Christmas, but there was a lot more to like about her subsequent Naas third. GOING LIVE wasn't much cheaper, costing 150,000 pounds after winning between the flags at Lingstown. Gordon Elliott has given him some time to adjust to his new surroundings and that can pay dividends. Step Out will find this much easier than the Grade 2 bumper he contested at Aintree, and Gone For Tea shouldn't be far away either.

GOING LIVE changed hands for £150,000 after his point win and having transferred to the Gordon Elliott yard, hopes must be high that he'll make a successful hurdles debut. Garde la Peche and Gone For Tea look the main threats.

Gone For Tea sets the standard but may have to again settle for second behind points' winner GOING LIVE

18:20 Sedgefield Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 20f - 14 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(9) (6/4 +8%) Mrs Tabitha	6/4(+8%)	(9) Mrs Tabitha 6/4, Debut bumper winner at Bangor and left previous hurdling form well behind when justifying support in a 9-runner event on handicap debut at Ludlow. Could be a good deal more to come and every chance she can follow-up. Rewarded heavy market support with ready win on recent handicap debut; up 7lb.
(2) (9/2 +36%) Spot On Soph	9/2(+36%)	(2) Spot On Soph 9/2, 14/1, creditable fourth of 12 in handicap hurdle at Musselburgh (19.8f, heavy) 35 days ago. Hood back on. Should give another good account. Good fourth in competitive series final at Musselburgh last month; this C&D also suits.
(1) (17/2 +39%) Our Laura B	17/2(+39%)	(1) Our Laura B 17/2, Improved for the switch to handicapping, winning a pair of mares' events at Newcastle (both at 20.3f) last spring. Poor runs last 2 outings and will likely need the run after 4 months off. Dual hurdle winner last spring; ended 2023 with two below-par runs; back from break today.
(6) (17/2 +47%) Moore Clouds	17/2(+47%)	(6) Moore Clouds 17/2, Doubled her chase account here on Boxing Day and back on track to some degree when third at Market Rasen a month ago. Returns to hurdling now. Dual chase winner last season but today's switch back to hurdling is probably not ideal.
(7) (10/1 -150%) Cailin Dearg	10/1(-150%)	(7) Cailin Dearg 10/1, Bounced back to capitalise on a handy mark and enhance an excellent record here when scoring over C&D 77 days ago. Should go well again. Held on well from next-out-out winner over C&D in February, and remains on a workable mark.
(11) (11/1 +56%) Fairland	11/1(+56%)	(11) Fairland 11/1, Poor maiden who again failed to see things out when fifth in a handicap here 4 months ago. Tongue tie could make a difference but others have more solid credentials. Ran quite well on second of three stable starts but rules strike-rate is now 0-12.
(8) (12/1 +14%) Barrons Land	12/1(+14%)	(8) Barrons Land 12/1, Runner-up four times in Irish points and filled the same position in a Doncaster bumper on her Rules debut in January. Signs of encouragement over hurdles and expected to be suited by this step back up in trip on handicap debut. Well held when fourth on both hurdling starts but moves into handicaps with potential.
(5) (18/1 -50%) Miss Arabella	18/1(-50%)	(5) Miss Arabella 18/1, Runner-up on her final start in bumpers. Yet to match that form over hurdles but should have learned a bit and switches to handicaps after 82 days off. Placed on two of her three hurdling starts and open to improvement in handicaps.
(3) (28/1 -75%) Bright Sunbird	28/1(-75%)	(3) Bright Sunbird 28/1, Regained the winning thread when accounting for 9 rivals at Stratford (26.4f, good to soft) last July. Poor run at Hereford 4 months later and not seen since. Others make more appeal. Triple hurdle winner; makes stable debut after 171-day break; market may guide.
(14) (40/1 -60%) Kurphy	40/1(-60%)	(14) Kurphy 40/1, Limited hurdler who arrives on the back of a poor showing at Perth 16 days ago and looks set for another struggle from out of the weights. Unplaced all seven hurdling starts and competes from 8lb out of the weights here.
(4) (50/1 -52%) Western Glen	50/1(-52%)	(4) Western Glen 50/1, Well held in 2 bumpers and yet to make an impact over hurdles. Tailed off (albeit on heavy ground) when 80-1 for handicap debut in March.
(10) (66/1 -32%) Izzy Bell	66/1(-32%)	(10) Izzy Bell 66/1, Has yet to better poor form so easily passed over. Third at 250-1 at Carlisle in April 2023 but has not shown a great deal since.
(12) (100/1 -100%) Le Fou's Keep	100/1(-100%)	(12) Le Fou's Keep 100/1, Poor maiden hurdler who was pulled up at this course when last seen 6 months ago and is hard to make a solid case for. Placed at massive odds in C&D maiden in October but pulled up in a subsequent handicap.
(13) (200/1 -203%) Star Of Markinch	200/1(-203%)	(13) Star Of Markinch 200/1, Made the frame last 2 of 3 starts in points but little impact under Rules and looks set for another struggle from out of the weights. Struggled off basement marks on Flat last year and was pulled up when back over hurdles.

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18:20 Sedgefield Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 20f Race Class Flow

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

MRS TABITHA left her three previous hurdling performances well behind when scoring comfortably on her handicap debut at Ludlow, justifying strong market support in the process. A 7lb rise for that success is fair and she looks like the one they all have to beat. Cailin Dearg edged out a subsequent winner over C&D in February and must be respected, as must the dropped-in-class Spot On Soph. Handicap newcomers Miss Arabella and Barrons Land are also worth a second look.

MRS TABITHA improved markedly to make a winning hurdling debut at Ludlow recently and she's the type to go on progressing, so she can go in again. Barrons Land is an interesting handicap debutante and Cailin Dearg goes well here, so they're the main dangers.

It's hard to get away from MRS TABITHA (nap), who displayed a significant jolt of improvement to land a gamble on her handicap debut.

18:25 Cork Handicap 8f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(4) (9/2 +36%) Sea Eagle	9/2(+36%)	(4) Sea Eagle 9/2, First run since leaving William Haggas when good fourth of 21 in handicap at the Curragh (7f, heavy, 33/1) 19 days ago, never nearer. One to consider. Had plenty of rivals, including Spanish Tenor, behind when fourth over 7f at the Curragh.
(13) (9/2 -157%) Andalusian Star	9/2(-157%)	(13) Andalusian Star 9/2, Twice-raced winner. 8/13 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, won 8-runner maiden at Dundalk (7f) 86 days ago. Open to more progress on her handicap debut. Odds-on when off the mark in 7f AW maiden in February (runner-up ran well off 73 since).
(8) (13/2 +54%) Sirjack Thomas	13/2(+54%)	(8) Sirjack Thomas 13/2, Sixteen runs since last win in 2023. 16/1, eleventh of 16 in handicap at the Curragh (8f, heavy) 20 days ago. Can give a good account if shrugging off latest effort. Heavily-raced seven-time winner; best of five starts this year when third over 7f here.
(9) (13/2 +80%) Beauty Bella	13/2(+80%)	(9) Beauty Bella 13/2, 1 win from 2 runs this year. Winner at Dundalk in February. 22/1, twenty first of 23 in handicap at the Curragh (8f, heavy) 53 days ago. Needs to bounce back. Off the mark in AW maiden in February; down the field at the Currgah the following month.
(1) (7/1 -75%) Mr King	7/1(-75%)	(1) Mr King 7/1, Resumed from 6 months off with an encouraging fifth of 12 in handicap at this course (10.2f, good to soft, 4/1) 14 days ago, not knocked about. Down in trip. Yard in good form. Tongue strap back on. Looks competitive on form. Went well for long way in better class of handicap here; drop back from 1m2f may help.
(12) (7/1 -40%) Starting Monday	7/1(-40%)	(12) Starting Monday 7/1, Twenty one runs since last win in 2021. Good second of 20 in handicap (6/1) at Leopardstown (8f, heavy) 33 days ago. In the mix. Got 5lb for Leopardstown second, drying ground won't help and he's back up in grade.
(2) (10/1 +29%) Something Nice	10/1(+29%)	(2) Something Nice 10/1, Course winner. 40/1, eleventh of 14 in handicap at Naas (5.9f, soft) 11 days ago, slowly away. Significantly back up in trip. Can still make his presence felt. Has shown little in two sprints this term but she's a course winner over 7f and stays 1m.
(10) (10/1 -18%) May Night	10/1(-18%)	(10) May Night 10/1, 11/2, improved on recent efforts to win 15-runner handicap at Chelmsford City (7f) 42 days ago. Needs considering. AW specialist yet to win on turf; opposable back on the grass and up in grade.
(3) (14/1 -17%) Spanish Tenor	14/1(-17%)	(3) Spanish Tenor 14/1, Course winner. Respectable sixth of 21 in handicap at the Curragh (7f, heavy, 22/1) 19 days ago. Has fallen to a workable mark. Latest sixth of 21 at Curragh was decent and he's back down to his last winning mark.
(5) (22/1 +12%) Shigar	22/1(+12%)	(5) Shigar 22/1, 66/1 and hood on for 1st time in this code, last of 24 in novice hurdle at Fairyhouse (16f, soft) on NH debut 160 days ago. Off 160 days. Couple of okay runs last term; burst over hurdles in December and been off since.
(11) (22/1 +56%) Miqdaad	22/1(+56%)	(11) Miqdaad 22/1, Winner at Dundalk in January. 33/1, below form eleventh of 21 in handicap at Navan (5f, good to soft) 13 days ago. Significantly back up in trip. Won 7f AW maiden but well held in handicap company since, sprinting not the answer lately.
(6) (25/1 +24%) Imperial Dream	25/1(+24%)	(6) Imperial Dream 25/1, Tenth of 11 in handicap (13/2) at Chelmsford City (7f). Off 6 months. First run for yard after leaving Sir Mark Prescott with something to find on form. Dual 7f winner for Sir Mark Prescott including Chepstow h'cap off 3lb lower; off 7 months.
(7) (40/1 -21%) La Tulipe Noire	40/1(-21%)	(7) La Tulipe Noire 40/1, Blinkers on for 1st time in this code, eleventh of 16 in juvenile hurdle at Bellewstown (17f, good to soft, 22/1) 16 days ago. Fairly useful on the Flat, so not completely dismissed. AW winner at two and couple of solid handicap runs last July; fitter for hurdles comeback.

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18:25 Cork Handicap 8f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

SEA EAGLE ran a nice race on his first outing for Ger O'Leary at the Curragh last month and may be able to step forward now. He stayed on when a close fourth to Zephron then, over seven, and should appreciate stepping up again in trip. His sole win in England came on the all-weather so a better surface now may also help. Andalusian Star is unexposed on just her third career start and commands respect. She won a Dundalk maiden back in February and an initial mark of 76 here doesn't look harsh. May Night was also a winner last time, scoring over in Chelmsford in late March, and he also has to come into calculations.

Plenty are in with a shout. MR KING teed himself well for this when making a promising return here a fortnight ago so edges the verdict. Handicap-debutante Andalusian Star is feared most on the back of her Dundalk victory, although Starting Monday and May Night enter calculations too in this competitive handicap along with Spanish Tenor and Sea Eagle.

The drop to a mile is not sure to suit MR KING but he went well for a long way over 1m2f here last month and these are shallower waters

18:34 Nottingham Stakes (Class 5) 10f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(5) (11/4 +21%) Inner Peace	11/4(+21%)	(5) Inner Peace 11/4, 550,000 gns yearling, Dubawi colt. Brother to 11f winner Fifth Harmonic. Dam French/German 7f-8.5f (German Group 3, and including at 2 yrs) winner. 4/1, second of 11 in novice at Yarmouth (10.1f, good to firm) on debut 27 days ago. May well do better and form pick. Promising second in Yarmouth maiden; big player with progress very much on the cards.
(8) (10/3 -11%) Padesha	10/3(-11%)	(8) Padesha 10/3, €300,000 yearling, Wootton Bassett colt. Half-brother to 2-y-o 7f winner Sparkling Beauty. Dam twice-raced half-sister to smart winner up to 6.5f Titus Livius. Fourth of 11 in Wood Ditton (3/1) at Newmarket (8f, good to firm) 22 days ago. Up in trip. Open to improvement. Holds Group 1 entries. Shaped well when debut fourth in Newmarket maiden; enters calculations with more to come.
(9) (9/2 +44%) The King's General	9/2(+44%)	(9) The King's General 9/2, Dubawi colt. Half-brother to smart 1½m-13.3f winner Perfect Alibi. Dam, 1½m-1¾m winner, half-sister to smart 1¼m-1½m winner Bold Sniper. 4/1, seemed unsuited by conditions when last of 6 in novice at this course (8.3f, heavy) on debut. Off 7 months. Up in trip. Should improve. Last of six in 1m novice here seven months ago; remains with potential on his return.
(10) (13/2 -8%) Theory Of Tides	13/2(-8%)	(10) Theory Of Tides 13/2, 500,000 gns yearling, Galileo colt. Dam, Australian 5f-6f (Group 3) winner, sister to smart Australian sprinter winner Passive Aggressive. Likely type. Galileo colt; appeals on paper so has possibilities on his first run; leading yard.
(1) (7/1 -133%) Act In Line	7/1(-133%)	(1) Act In Line 7/1, Dubawi gelding. Half-brother to useful 1m winners Wishfully and Sense of Wisdom. Dam, 11f winner, closely related to 1m/8.7f winner Nightime and 7f/1m winner Straight Talk (both smart) out of smart 6f-1m winner Caumshinaun. One to take seriously on debut. Dubawi gelding; in excellent hands and plenty to like on paper so much respected newcomer.
(3) (8/1 -14%) Dramatic Star	8/1(-14%)	(3) Dramatic Star 8/1, Sea The Stars colt. Dam winner up to 1¾m (2-y-o 1m winner), won Bronte Cup and runner-up in Lancashire Oaks. Third of 9 in maiden (7/1) at Windsor (10f, good to soft) on debut 11 days ago. Green when a debut third in 1m2f maiden at Windsor 11 days ago; can take a step forward.
(6) (11/1 -57%) James Webb	11/1(-57%)	(6) James Webb 11/1, American Pharoah colt. Half-brother to winner up to 1m Free Solo and useful 7f winner Equatorial. Dam unraced sister to very smart winner up to 1½m Yucatan out of very smart 1m (including at 2 yrs) winner Six Perfections. One to note. American Pharoah colt; considered debutant who is worth a market check.
(7) (50/1 +50%) Mount Atlas	50/1(+50%)	(7) Mount Atlas 50/1, Masar colt. Half-brother to 1¼m winner Brora Breeze. Dam, temperamental 7.6f/1m winner, half-sister to smart winner up to 1m Elm Park. Unseated rider in novice (100/1) at Windsor (10f, good) on debut 25 days ago, running green before clipping heels 5f out. Unseated rider 5f out (clipped heels) on his debut in 1m2f Windsor novice; can do better.
(2) (66/1 -65%) All Greek To Me	66/1(-65%)	(2) All Greek To Me 66/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Seventh of 13 in novice event (200/1) at Windsor (10f, good) 25 days ago, not knocked about. Promise shown when seventh in 1m2f Windsor novice 25 days ago; he can build on it.
(12) (100/1 -100%) Ghost Story	100/1(-100%)	(12) Ghost Story 100/1, €26,000 yearling, Waldgeist filly. Half-sister to winner up to 7f Thatsthefinest. Dam, ran once at 2 yrs, half-sister to smart winner up to 1m Nahoodh and useful winner up to 1m Silver Games. Waldgeist filly; the market can prove an accurate indicator.
(4) (150/1 -200%) Habitual	150/1(-200%)	(4) Habitual 150/1, 7,500 gns foal, 40,000 gns yearling, Al Kazeem gelding. Half-brother to winner abroad by Iffraaj. Dam, unraced, closely related to very smart winner up to 1½m Kutub. Al Kazeem gelding; market can guide on his first run.
(11) (150/1 -127%) Unregulated	150/1(-127%)	(11) Unregulated 150/1, Postponed gelding. Dam unraced sister to smart 1¼m-1½m winner (stayed 1¾m) Havana Cooler from family of Oaks/Irish Derby winner Balanchine. Son of Postponed; others are preferred on this occasion.

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18:34 Nottingham Stakes (Class 5) 10f Race Class Flow

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

300,000-euro purchase PADESHA kept on into fourth after becoming outpaced in a Newmarket maiden over a mile last month and, stepping up in trip, he edges preference for his in-form stable. Dramatic Star made a pleasing start when third behind two potentially useful types over 1m2f at Windsor and the son of Sea The Stars looks to be the main danger to the selection. Inner Peace found only one rival too good over 1m2f at Yarmouth on his debut recently and is another to consider in what should be an informative contest.

The form of INNER PEACE's debut second at Yarmouth is working out well so he's preferred to Padesha, who showed plenty to work on when sent off favourite for the Wood Ditton. James Webb heads a trio of interesting newcomers in what is potentially a strong novice.

Charlie Appleby's Dubawi colt INNER PEACE was a promising debut second at Yarmouth and can now go one better with progress on the cards

18:40 Ripon Handicap (Class 6) 16f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(3) (Evens +50%) Ney	Evens(+50%)	(3) Ney Evens, In good form since joining Danny Brooke, winning at Southwell (2m) in February and scoring by 2 lengths back on turf at Catterick (1¾m) last week. A 5 lb penalty is unlikely to prevent another prominent showing. Improved turf form when scoring (1m6f, good) latest; 5lb penalty but unexposed; player..
(4) (7/2 +13%) Michael's Pledge	7/2(+13%)	(4) Michael's Pledge 7/2, Placed 5 times in handicaps last season, including over C&D. Likely to be competitive if ready to roll after 7 months off. Unlucky over C&D last year; same mark; not fully exposed; could go well on reappearance..
(5) (4/1 +0%) Tarbat Ness	4/1(+0%)	(5) Tarbat Ness 4/1, 11/4, respectable 4¼ lengths fourth of 14 to Ney in handicap at Catterick (1¾m, good) 10 days ago, inadequate test. Player back up at 2m. 1-20; well held by Ney when favourite at Catterick latest; more needed..
(2) (9/1 -100%) Bonne Vitesse	9/1(-100%)	(2) Bonne Vitesse 9/1, Won this race last year. Fit from hurdling, merely passed beaten rivals for fifth over (1½m) but the return to this trip should see her in a better light. Not discounted. Won this last year (soft); trip too short when below par on reappearance; player..
(9) (11/1 +21%) Sugarpiehoneybunch	11/1(+21%)	(9) Sugarpiehoneybunch 11/1, Twelve runs since last win in 2023. Respectable 6½ lengths seventh of 14 to Ney in handicap (15/2) at Catterick (1¾m, good) 10 days ago, staying on when badly hampered final 1f. 1m4f winner; recent efforts over marathon trips have not offered huge encouragement..
(7) (12/1 -50%) Lady Bracken	12/1(-50%)	(7) Lady Bracken 12/1, Modest maiden who showed she can be competitive form her basement mark when placed around 2m at Ayr and Musselburgh last autumn. Been off 6 months. Better efforts give her each-way claims after a 1lb drop, if ready for her reappearance..
(6) (14/1 +13%) Ruler Of The River	14/1(+13%)	(6) Ruler Of The River 14/1, Fit from hurdling but only 8½ lengths eleventh of 14 to Ney in handicap at Catterick (1¾m, good, 12/1) 10 days ago. Well beaten behind Ney at Catterick latest; up in trip; others preferred..
(1) (50/1 -52%) Oasis Prince	50/1(-52%)	(1) Oasis Prince 50/1, 25/1, first run since leaving Mark Walford when last of 8 in handicap at Thirsk 6 days ago, weakening quickly. Last on last Saturday's reappearance at Thirsk (1m6f, good to soft); more needed..
(8) (66/1 -313%) Schumann	66/1(-313%)	(8) Schumann 66/1, Creditable fourth of 8 in handicap (12/1) at Wolverhampton (1½m) just under a year ago (final start for Richard Hughes). A watching brief is the percentage call up significantly in trip on first run for new yard. Workable mark but this longer trip needs to elicit a significant step up..
(10) (100/1 -52%) Bateau Bay	100/1(-52%)	(10) Bateau Bay 100/1, Poor maiden on Flat. Pulled up on Southwell hurdle debut 17 days ago. Unplaced in 13 starts across both codes; best watched on her turf Flat debut..

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18:40 Ripon Handicap (Class 6) 16f Race Class Flow

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

NEY has been so consistent since joining Danny Brooke and arrives on the back of a taking success over 1m6f at Catterick. There should be plenty more to come from the six-year-old, despite his penalty, and he can uphold form with Tarbat Ness (fourth), who has just over four lengths to make up but is 5lb better off at the weights. Lady Bracken and Michael's Pledge are capable on their day and are likely to have a say in proceedings as well.

TARBAT NESS can turn around last week's 1¾m Catterick form with Ney, with the return to 2m promising to see John Berry's charge in a better light. Michael's Pledge was consistent in similar company last year and could also play a prominent role if fully primed after 7 months off.

Preference is for NEY. He is unexposed on turf and may be able to eek out enough to defy his penalty now back up in trip.

18:45 Downpatrick Handicap Hurdle 18f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(4) (11/4 +31%) Magic Olinger	11/4(+31%)	(4) Magic Olinger 11/4, Might have needed run after 3 months off when sixth of 18 in handicap hurdle (11/1) at Leopardstown (16f, soft) 68 days ago. Appeals as one who could have more to come at some point. Fairyhouse promise not backed up at Leopardstown; more needed.
(5) (3/1 +45%) Redwood Queen	3/1(+45%)	(5) Redwood Queen 3/1, 4/1, pulled up in handicap hurdle at Hereford (19.7f, good) 163 days ago. Won at Sligo last summer. Needs keeping a very close eye on in the betting. Absent since poor run at Hereford in November so returns with questions to answer.
(1) (9/2 +68%) Hidden Land	9/2(+68%)	(1) Hidden Land 9/2, C&D winner. Sixth of 9 in handicap hurdle (28/1) at Punchestown (23.7f, soft) 95 days ago. Down in trip. 2022 winner but recent form none too encouraging.
(2) (5/1 -67%) Doctor Nightingale	5/1(-67%)	(2) Doctor Nightingale 5/1, 7/2, career best when winning 13-runner juvenile hurdle at Limerick (16f, heavy) 29 days ago. On the shortlist for top stable. Limerick maiden winner 9lb higher than when she last ran in a handicap so more needed.
(7) (9/1 -6%) Grace Faraday	9/1(-6%)	(7) Grace Faraday 9/1, Remains a maiden after 16 NH runs. 11/2, sixth of 7 in handicap hurdle at Bellewstown (17f, good to soft) 16 days ago. Best form on heavy, recent Bellewstown run on better ground was poor.
(13) (9/1 -13%) Rossies Tara	9/1(-13%)	(13) Rossies Tara 9/1, Remains a maiden after 18 NH runs. Creditable fourth of 16 in handicap hurdle at Bellewstown (20.5f, good to soft, 25/1) 16 days ago. Encouraging Bellewstown comeback run, staying on nicely; 1lb wrong but not one to rule out.
(6) (12/1 -20%) Get Down To It	12/1(-20%)	(6) Get Down To It 12/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Creditable fifth of 9 in handicap hurdle at Punchestown (23.7f, soft, 14/1) 95 days ago. Down in trip. Hood on 1st time. Should have more to offer. Let down by jumping on handicap debut in February; hooded now after a short break.
(3) (12/1 -100%) Whotookthebiscuit	12/1(-100%)	(3) Whotookthebiscuit 12/1, Lightly-raced winner under NH rules. 14/1, pulled up in handicap hurdle at Punchestown (20.3f, soft) 117 days ago, losing place approaching 3 out. Won weak Clonmel maiden but well held in handicap since; bit to prove now.
(9) (16/1 +0%) Mullins Cross	16/1(+0%)	(9) Mullins Cross 16/1, Below form eighth of 13 in handicap hurdle at Naas (16.5f, soft, 33/1) 24 days ago. Blinkers back on. Ordinary enough recent form so plenty of improvement needed to play a role; handles good.
(12) (25/1 +0%) Not May	25/1(+0%)	(12) Not May 25/1, 28/1, eleventh of 13 in handicap hurdle at Ballinrobe (22.4f, soft) 21 days ago. Down in trip. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Glimpses of form on heavy; cheekpieces now tried.
(8) (40/1 -60%) Mayos Vendangeur	40/1(-60%)	(8) Mayos Vendangeur 40/1, Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. Below form tenth of 16 in novice hurdle (150/1) at Navan (15.7f, heavy) 48 days ago. Makes handicap hurdle debut. Better ground here for handicap debut so could improve.
(11) (50/1 -52%) Inatosha	50/1(-52%)	(11) Inatosha 50/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Fifth of 10 in novice hurdle at Limerick (16f, heavy, 200/1) 101 days ago. Makes handicap hurdle debut. Beaten a long way in four maidens, hard to have confidence on handicap debut.
(10) (66/1 -100%) Yolande Court	66/1(-100%)	(10) Yolande Court 66/1, Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. Fourth of 8 in novice hurdle at Down Royal (22.5f, soft, 200/1). Off 18 months. First run for yard after leaving David Christie. Makes handicap hurdle debut. Remote 4th on hurdles bow when last seen in November 2022 for previous yard; best watched.

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18:45 Downpatrick Handicap Hurdle 18f Race Speed Rating Flow

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Gordon Elliott and Danny Gilligan teamed up to win this race 12 months ago and that pair appear to have another big chance with DOCTOR NIGHTINGALE this time around. Although facing much better ground conditions than when opening her account on heavy at Limerick, she has run well on quick enough surfaces in the past and makes plenty of appeal on only her second handicap start. Whotookthebiscuit cuts back in trip after disappointing at Punchestown and it's worth noting that Rachael Blackmore rides her for the first time, while Redwood Queen and Magic Olinger are others to keep an eye on.

Gordon Elliott's DOCTOR NIGHTINGALE improved to win a juvenile last month and might be able to follow up back in handicap company. Get Down To It shaped better than the result on her Punchestown handicap debut and is second choice ahead of Magic Olinger, another who leaves the impression he's got bigger performances in him.

Very few appeal here so it could pay to side with recent Limerick maiden winner DOCTOR NIGHTINGALE back in handicap company

18:55 Sedgefield Handicap Chase (Class 4) 21f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(6) (7/2 +22%) Gandhi Maker	7/2(+22%)	(6) Gandhi Maker 7/2, Course winner. First run since leaving Stuart Coltherd when creditable second of 12 in handicap chase at Hexham (15.6f, heavy, 9/1) 18 days ago. Significantly up in trip and in the mix. Solid Sedgefield record (2-3); runner-up at Hexham 18 days ago; not ruled out..
(1) (9/2 -13%) Hauraki Gulf	9/2(-13%)	(1) Hauraki Gulf 9/2, C&D winner. Latest win in chase at Leicester in February. Unseated rider 11th in handicap chase (4/1) at Uttoxeter (24f, heavy) 16 days ago. Expected to be bang there. Ready C&D winner (soft; from 6lb lower) in January; let down by jumping the last twice..
(7) (9/2 +44%) Leading Force	9/2(+44%)	(7) Leading Force 9/2, Respectable sixth of 10 in handicap chase at Ayr (20.5f, good to soft, 9/2) 63 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Not ruled out. Runner-up over inadequate 2m1f here (soft; chase debut) in February; cheekpieces applied..
(10) (5/1 +69%) Sean Og	5/1(+69%)	(10) Sean Og 5/1, Below form fourth of 8 in handicap hurdle (33/1) at Haydock (18.9f, soft) 51 days ago. Switches from hurdles to chase with more required. Yet to win (0-15) and fortunes have been mixed since joining this trainer; chase prowess?.
(5) (5/1 +38%) Ashington	5/1(+38%)	(5) Ashington 5/1, Off 5 months before a fading fifth of 8 in handicap hurdle at Warwick (19f, good, 4/1) 15 days ago. Switches from hurdles to chase. Visor back on and one for the shortlist. Course hurdles winner (March 22); back over fences for first time since April 2023; chance.
(9) (6/1 +50%) Croagh Patrick	6/1(+50%)	(9) Croagh Patrick 6/1, Nineteen runs since last win in 2022. 9/1, ninth of 11 in handicap chase at Carlisle (24.5f, heavy) 33 days ago. Blinkers back on. Others more persuasive. Difficult to win with (2-30) but is consistent; fine at Sedgefield and good ground suits..
(2) (7/1 -40%) Ladronne	7/1(-40%)	(2) Ladronne 7/1, Good second of 7 in handicap chase (9/1) at Market Rasen (23.9f, good to soft) 40 days ago, sticking to task. Can give a good account. Reliable; five chase wins (2m4f-3m1f); prospect of drying ground is a slight risk..
(4) (14/1 -17%) Tupelo Mississippi	14/1(-17%)	(4) Tupelo Mississippi 14/1, Latest win in chase at Kelso in January. 6/1, pulled up in handicap chase at Fakenham (21.2f, soft) 84 days ago. Can make his presence felt if back to his best. Willing when toughing it out at Kelso (2m5f, soft; from 5lb lower) in January; PU since..
(3) (14/1 -115%) High Moon	14/1(-115%)	(3) High Moon 14/1, 11/4, pulled up in handicap chase at Newcastle (20.1f, heavy) 27 days ago so needs to bounce back. Runner-up at Ayr (2m4f; first-time cheekpieces) in March; pulled up at Newcastle since..
(8) (66/1 -313%) Tonto's Spirit	66/1(-313%)	(8) Tonto's Spirit 66/1, Course winner. Latest win in chase at Cartmel in August. Pulled up in handicap chase here (17f, good to soft) 7 months ago. Needs to hit the ground running. Cartmel specialist; first start for 220 days so could well need this race; look elsewhere..

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18:55 Sedgefield Handicap Chase (Class 4) 21f Race Class Flow

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Having finished a respectable second on his stable bow at Hexham last month, GANDHI MAKER ticks plenty of the right boxes. Philip Kirby's charge returns to the scene of his last victory and this greater emphasis on stamina could see him regain the winning thread. Although Ladronne arrives in good heart, this drop in distance may count against the veteran and a bigger threat may emerge from C&D scorer Hauraki Gulf.

HAURAKI GULF can boast a C&D win and arrives on a lenient mark so is taken to bounce back in style from his recent Uttoxeter mishaph. Market Rasen runner-up Ladronne rates the main danger, with Gandhi Maker and Ashington also warranting plenty of respect in an open contest.

The tentative suggestion is the competitively handicapped ASHINGTON, who could strip fitter for Warwick and now heads back over fences.

19:00 Cork Maiden 10f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(9) (11/8 +15%) Psalm	11/8(+15%)	(9) Psalm 11/8, Promising sort. 10/3 and tongue strap on for 1st time, second of 11 in maiden at this course (10.2f, good to soft) 14 days ago, no match for winner. Trainer going well. Should have more to offer. Ran well over C&D on comeback when beaten by a potentially smart colt of Dermot Weld's.
(7) (11/4 +17%) Kinesiology	11/4(+17%)	(7) Kinesiology 11/4, Twice-raced colt. Second of 9 in maiden at Leopardstown (8f, good, 12/1), having run of race. Off 8 months. Up in trip. Should feature if he's tuned up for this return. Close second over 1m at Leopardstown in August, winner twice placed at Group level since.
(5) (4/1 -45%) Bad Desire	4/1(-45%)	(5) Bad Desire 4/1, Fairly useful colt. 7/2, third of 18 in maiden at this course (8f, good to soft) 14 days ago, taking time to get going. Longer trip is in his favour, so worth considering. Lacked a gear when third over 1m here on his return, looked ready for a step up in trip.
(8) (7/1 +7%) Ozark Daze	7/1(+7%)	(8) Ozark Daze 7/1, Thrice-raced gelding. 20/1, second of 6 in maiden at Dundalk (10.7f) 27 days ago. Needs to take another step forward. Split two Ballydoyle colts (winner useful) over this trip on AW last month.
(4) (20/1 -67%) Military Alliance	20/1(-67%)	(4) Military Alliance 20/1, Once-raced gelding on Flat. Fifth of 16 in novice hurdle at Punchestown (16.7f, heavy, 11/1) on NH debut 79 days ago. Open to improvement in this sphere, albeit perhaps further down the line. Beaten half a length in back-end Leopardstown maiden (1m1f, heavy) but lot more required.
(10) (20/1 -150%) Young Churchill	20/1(-150%)	(10) Young Churchill 20/1, Once-raced gelding. 22/1, fifth of 12 in maiden at Navan (10f, good to soft) on debut 13 days ago, not knocked about. Should improve. Beaten 7l over this trip on recent debut at Navan; this is a much stronger contest.
(1) (40/1 +20%) Harmony Blues	40/1(+20%)	(1) Harmony Blues 40/1, Sea The Stars gelding. Half-brother to 1m winner Oceania Legend. Dam, 1¼m winner who stayed 1½m, half-sister to 1¼m winner Artiste Divine and winner up to 13.5f Any Time Soon (both useful). Half-brother to dual 1m AW winner Oceania Legend; nice pedigree but best watched.
(6) (50/1 -52%) Crypto Crash	50/1(-52%)	(6) Crypto Crash 50/1, 6,000 gns foal, 16,000 gns yearling, Postponed gelding. Dam 7f-1¼m winner. Cost 16,000gns as a yearling; dam 7f/1m2f AW winner, half-sister to numerous winners.
(3) (150/1 -200%) Metamorpheus	150/1(-200%)	(3) Metamorpheus 150/1, Fairly useful winner at 16f over hurdles. Seventh of 12 in maiden (22/1) at Gowran (12.4f, heavy) 17 days ago, slowly away. Useful hurdler needs this run to get a mark on the level so is best watched.
(2) (200/1 -300%) Lashgar	200/1(-300%)	(2) Lashgar 200/1, Highland Reel gelding. Dam, 7f/1m winner, sister to smart sprinter Rafeej. Belated start for 5yo; dam 7f/1m winner, sister to smart 5f-6f winner Rafeej.

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19:00 Cork Maiden 10f Race Speed Rating Flow

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PSALM may come forward a bit from his seasonal debut here a fortnight ago. He finished second to a useful looking type in Spoken Truth over course and distance and just couldn't match the winner late on then. With that run under his belt he should go close now. Bad Desire is rated 4lb superior by the handicapper and is another obvious contender. The Wootton Bassett colt finished third to Sharinay over a mile here on his return two weeks ago and may benefit from the step up in trip. Ozark Daze was second on the all-weather at Dundalk last month when sent to post a big price, and could get into the money again.

PSALM boasts a progressive profile and, having found one too good over C&D a fortnight ago, he's fancied to go one better at the possibloe expense of Bad Desire, who should be suited by the longer trip. Kinesiology is another one to consider.

A couple of these have a better chance on paper but you'd have to like PSALM's run over C&D when beaten by a smart sort of Dermot Weld's

19:09 Nottingham Handicap (Class 5) 10f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(7) (5/4 +72%) Golden Myrrh	5/4(+72%)	(7) Golden Myrrh 5/4, Thrice-raced maiden. 11/1, fading sixth of 13 in minor event at Kempton (7f) 23 days ago. Significantly up in trip. Makes handicap debut. Should have more to offer. Twice failed to build on debut promise but remains with potential on her h'cap debut.
(5) (7/2 +0%) Fougere	7/2(+0%)	(5) Fougere 7/2, 4/1, respectable second of 11 in handicap at Leicester (10f, heavy) 13 days ago, no match for winner. Can give a good account. Still to register a win but solid Leicester second 13 days ago; can make her presence felt.
(8) (11/2 +0%) Clear Storm	11/2(+0%)	(8) Clear Storm 11/2, Thrice-raced maiden, best run when third of 11 in maiden at Southwell (8.1f, 10/1), having run of race. Off 126 days. Up in trip for her handicap debut. Much respected. Good third in 1m Southwell maiden in January; she can do better still on h'cap debut.
(3) (9/1 -170%) Dynamiste	9/1(-170%)	(3) Dynamiste 9/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 11/2, good third of 10 in handicap at Lingfield (10f, AW) 32 days ago. That form has been franked so she's weighted to go well on her turf debut. Good third in 1m2f Lingfield h'cap (form franked) 32 days ago; player on her turf debut.
(4) (10/1 -150%) Pink Lily	10/1(-150%)	(4) Pink Lily 10/1, Latest win at Lingfield in December. Creditable third of 13 in handicap at Chelmsford City (10f, 8/1) 27 days ago. Not taken lightly. Good third of 13 in 1m2f Chelmsford handicap 27 days ago; she can go well again.
(6) (11/1 -10%) Mohave Dancer	11/1(-10%)	(6) Mohave Dancer 11/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 22/1, eighth of 13 in minor event at Windsor (10f, good) 25 days ago. Visor on 1st time. Makes handicap debut. Others more persuasive. Only eighth in Warwick novice 25 days ago; may still do better now handicapping.
(1) (22/1 -120%) Martini Nights	22/1(-120%)	(1) Martini Nights 22/1, Below form sixth of 13 in handicap (11/1) at Yarmouth (8f, good to firm) 17 days ago. Up in trip. Needs a couple of these to falter. Not disgraced when sixth at Yarmouth 17 days ago; can't be discounted up in trip.
(2) (66/1 -100%) Cracking Filly	66/1(-100%)	(2) Cracking Filly 66/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 33/1, below form sixth of 10 in handicap at Bath (10.2f, soft). Off 7 months with work to do. Off seven months since below-form Bath sixth; she needs to hit the ground running.

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19:09 Nottingham Handicap (Class 5) 10f Race Class Flow

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

Pink Lily wasn't beaten far into third in a class 6 event at Chelmsford last month and should remain competitive off the same rating, but she could find it tough to deny FOUGERE. Dean Ivory's filly filled the runner-up berth at Leicester on her latest outing and she looks ready to strike for the first time. Clear Storm has to be taken seriously on her handicap bow and will need monitoring in the betting market.

DYNAMISTE makes her turf debut and looks the way to go on the back of her good Lingfield third with that form working out well. In-form Pink Lily is feared most ahead of Leicester runner-up Fougere and handicap debutante Golden Myrrh.

The form of DYNAMISTE's recent Lingfield third reads well so Kevin Philippart de Foy's Golden Horn filly gets the vote on her turf debut

19:15 Ripon Handicap (Class 4) 6f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(2) (2/1 +33%) Fortamour	2/1(+33%)	(2) Fortamour 2/1, Five-time C&D winner, including this race in 2022 (also second last year). Added to his C&D haul (heavy) 3 weeks ago and should go well again. Record over C&D reads 3311145422711; arrives in form and goes on the shortlist.
(9) (11/2 +31%) Showtime Mahomes	11/2(+31%)	(9) Showtime Mahomes 11/2, 9/2, bit below form fifth of 9 in handicap at Catterick (7f, good) 10 days ago, finding less than looked likely. Decent record at this time of year and has run well here; one to consider from rail draw.
(5) (8/1 -78%) Trilby	8/1(-78%)	(5) Trilby 8/1, Won in the mud at Catterick and Haydock last month. Ground conditions are unlikely to be so testing this time but he's still respected as an in-form sort. On the upgrade on testing ground this spring; might need some luck from stall 3.
(1) (17/2 +15%) Another Baar	17/2(+15%)	(1) Another Baar 17/2, Not seen for 7 months but he won over C&D on his 2023 reappearance and is evidently capable when fresh. Has a tongue tie on for only the second time in his career. Won first time out last season and stable form has been good; is one to consider.
(8) (11/1 -10%) Westmorian	11/1(-10%)	(8) Westmorian 11/1, Latest win at Newcastle in March. Respectable second of 5 in handicap at Pontefract (5f, soft, 4/1) 9 days ago. Wins have come on Tapeta (0-9 on turf); regular partner Sam James rides Showtime Mahomes.
(4) (12/1 -20%) Pop Star	12/1(-20%)	(4) Pop Star 12/1, 14/1 and tongue strap on first time, fourth of 7 in handicap at Kempton (7f) in January. Off since. Cheekpieces back on. Turf winner in Ireland. Patchy for this yard since a wind operation; has headgear back on as he returns to turf.
(13) (12/1 +0%) Havana Rum	12/1(+0%)	(13) Havana Rum 12/1, Respectable 4¼ lengths fifth of 12 to Trilby in handicap (14/1) at Haydock (6f, heavy) 13 days ago, fading in the final 1f (may have still needed the outing. One to consider. Running fairly this spring but this tougher on drying ground and again goes without aids.
(6) (14/1 -75%) Heroism	14/1(-75%)	(6) Heroism 14/1, Fairly useful 6f winner for Clive Cox. It'll be interesting to see what the betting makes of him on his first outing for a new stable. Gelded since picked up for 52,000gns; well worth tracking in the market.
(3) (20/1 +20%) Roundhay Park	20/1(+20%)	(3) Roundhay Park 20/1, C&D winner. Below form ninth of 16 in handicap (50/1) at Doncaster (6f, soft) 13 days ago. Hasn't shown much in two runs this spring but he ought to fare better back here.
(10) (20/1 +20%) Gis A Sub	20/1(+20%)	(10) Gis A Sub 20/1, Nineteen runs since last win in 2021. Tenth of 11 in handicap (22/1) at Newcastle (6f) 68 days ago. Others are more persuasive. Regressive gelding; hasn't offered much in two runs for this yard following wind surgery.
(7) (20/1 -150%) Counsel	20/1(-150%)	(7) Counsel 20/1, Made a winning start for this yard at Lingfield (7f) in January. Creditable in-frame efforts in 2 AW handicaps since. Drops back in trip on turf return. Not discounted. Has only run in sprints twice; arrives in form but can pull hard and often hangs right.
(12) (20/1 -122%) Happier	20/1(-122%)	(12) Happier 20/1, Stepped up on reappearance when third of 5 in handicap at Catterick (6f, soft) 16 days ago. Won third time out last year, offered more latest and is on a fair mark; this is stronger.
(11) (40/1 -60%) Hoof It Hoof It	40/1(-60%)	(11) Hoof It Hoof It 40/1, C&D winner last September. Well held on final 2 starts of 2023 and no great record fresh so far. Has the option of going far side from stall 1; nothing to suggest she's best caught fresh.

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19:15 Ripon Handicap (Class 4) 6f Race Class Flow

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FORTAMOUR is officially 2lb well-in having landed a similar C&D event on heavy ground last month. Ben Haslam's eight-year-old, who took this prize two years ago, remains well treated judged on past exploits and with little concerns regarding quicker conditions, he can repeat the dose. Trilby has notched up two successes from his last three starts and must enter the reckoning, despite a 6lb rise for a Haydock triumph. Others to note include Westmorian and Another Baar, who won over track and trip on his reappearance last year.

FORTAMOUR has had the form of his latest C&D win boosted and is taken to enhance his fine record in this race. Trilby won't have the ground as testing as when gaining his 2 wins last month but is still feared as a thriving sort. Havana Rum shaped quite well behind Sam England's charge last time and also makes the shortlist.

Well suited by easy courses, SHOWTIME MAHOMES could be worth chancing. Five-time C&D winner Fortamour is shortlisted too.

19:20 Downpatrick Handicap Chase 20f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(2) (9/4 -29%) Erigmoor	9/4(-29%)	(2) Erigmoor 9/4, 10/3, first run since leaving Stuart Edmunds when creditable third of 13 in handicap chase at Tramore (15.5f, good to soft) 19 days ago. Back up in trip. Leading claims. Was 3rd in a Tramore handicap chase last time; can improve from that and is a big player.
(5) (3/1 +25%) O'faolains Glory	3/1(+25%)	(5) O'faolains Glory 3/1, Winner in hurdle at Down Royal in April. Creditable second of 16 in handicap hurdle (2/1) at Bellewstown (20.5f, good to soft) 16 days ago. Makes chase debut. Respected. In good form over hurdles lately; go well on chasing debut if his jumping is sound.
(10) (11/2 +54%) Flashthelights	11/2(+54%)	(10) Flashthelights 11/2, One win from 22 NH runs. Fourteen runs since last win in 2022. Good third of 15 in handicap hurdle at this course (18.8f, good, 9/1) 14 days ago. Makes chase debut. Makes handicap chase debut. Solid hurdle run here last time; can run well if jumping holds up on chasing debut.
(1) (17/2 -55%) Seasett	17/2(-55%)	(1) Seasett 17/2, 5/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time in this code, good third of 8 in handicap hurdle at Ayr (20.4f, soft) 21 days ago. Makes chase debut. Should go well if taking to it. In decent form over hurdles; stays this trip and could run well on chasing debut.
(6) (9/1 +44%) One And Only	9/1(+44%)	(6) One And Only 9/1, 20/1, good seventh of 17 in handicap hurdle at Naas (19.3f, soft) 24 days ago. Makes chase debut. Makes handicap chase debut. Unplaced all starts in bumpers and over hurdles; has to find improvement on chasing debut.
(4) (9/1 -80%) Junot	9/1(-80%)	(4) Junot 9/1, 5/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time in this code, eighth of 14 in handicap at Gowran (13.7f, soft) 16 days ago. Switches from Flat to chase. Tongue strap back on. Bit below form on last hurdle outing. Third at Clonmel in a handicap chase; needs to jump better but a player if doing so.
(3) (12/1 +14%) Ivar The Boneless	12/1(+14%)	(3) Ivar The Boneless 12/1, Sixth of 16 in handicap chase at Down Royal (20f, good to soft, 40/1) 26 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Engaged 6.10 Tipperary Thursday. Ran well enough in a Down Royal handicap last time; jumping has to improve.
(9) (12/1 +64%) Ciankyle	12/1(+64%)	(9) Ciankyle 12/1, Fourteen runs since last win in 2021. Twelfth of 14 in handicap chase at Tramore (21.8f, good, 25/1) 18 days ago. Well beaten on comeback at Tramore last time and has a lot to do on that form.
(12) (18/1 -29%) Katzoff	18/1(-29%)	(12) Katzoff 18/1, 17/2, fell in handicap hurdle at Thurles (16.5f, good to soft) 162 days ago. Switches from hurdles to chase. Maiden after 28 starts and was well beaten on chasing debut; others appeal more.
(7) (18/1 -13%) Coastguard Lady	18/1(-13%)	(7) Coastguard Lady 18/1, Sixth of 14 in handicap chase at Tramore (21.8f, good, 12/1) 18 days ago. Wasn't beaten far at Tramore last time; this shorter trip could suit; chance.
(8) (18/1 +45%) Always Giving	18/1(+45%)	(8) Always Giving 18/1, 66/1, pulled up in handicap hurdle at Sligo (17.5f, soft), pulled up before 2 out. Off 6 months. Switches from hurdles to chase. Has shown very little in six hurdle and three chase runs; doesn't make a lot of appeal.
(11) (33/1 +0%) Kate Ill Know	33/1(+0%)	(11) Kate Ill Know 33/1, Fourteen runs since last win in 2021. 20/1, eighth of 19 in handicap hurdle at Tipperary (16f, good to soft) 17 days ago. Makes chase debut. Back up in trip. Makes handicap chase debut. Well beaten on her last few starts over hurdles and needs a revival on chasing debut.

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19:20 Downpatrick Handicap Chase 20f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

O'Faolains Glory and Seasett both make their chasing debuts following solid placed efforts over timber and they must enter calculations, but ERIGMOOR's previous fencing experience might prove the difference. He wasn't devoid of promise during his time with Stuart Edmunds in England and there was much to like about his opening effort for the Gordon Elliott stable when third at Tramore last month. Any improvement would make him tough to beat, while Flashthelights' latest third over hurdles here gives him a squeak.

ERIGMOOR made a positive start for the Gordon Elliott yard at Tramore recently and can build on that promise now. Seasett and O'Faolains Glory have been in good form over hurdles recently and may provide the main opposition if taking to this new discipline.

Having put in an improved chasing effort on debut for Gordon Elliott at Tramore, ERIGMOOR can take this with just a little improvement

19:30 Sedgefield Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 17f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(8) (5/2 +62%) Heart Above	5/2(+62%)	(8) Heart Above 5/2, Promise when placed on all 3 starts in bumpers but has been decidedly underwhelming in 3 maiden hurdles, including over C&D 3 months ago. Starts out in handicaps from a basement mark as a result and may well prove a different proposition. Soundly beaten in three maiden hurdles but may yet deliver on bumper promise.
(5) (9/2 -35%) For Three	9/2(-35%)	(5) For Three 9/2, Attracted plenty of support and shaped well when runner-up over C&D on first start for this yard in November. Far too keen for his own good there next time, but more like it when fourth at Newcastle 16.9f, soft) in December. Respected returning from a 5-month break. Went close over C&D in November; major player if ready to roll after break.
(6) (7/1 +30%) Huit Reflets	7/1(+30%)	(6) Huit Reflets 7/1, Long-standing maiden who failed to justify support returned to hurdling/a longer trip (cheekpieces left off) on first outing since leaving Miss Elizabeth Doyle at Hexham (20.1f, heavy) 7 weeks ago, finishing very tired. Back down in trip and a sounder surface could prove beneficial. Ran okay on stable debut in March but seems best at around 2m4f and on slow ground.
(10) (7/1 -27%) Boyneside	7/1(-27%)	(10) Boyneside 7/1, Lightly raced 5-y-o who produced his best effort to date after 12 weeks off when second of 10 in handicap at this course (19.8f, heavy) a couple of months ago. Back down in trip and warrants respect if able to build on that. 0-6 over hurdles but ran well behind massive improver here in March.
(11) (15/2 +63%) Robin Goodfellow	15/2(+63%)	(11) Robin Goodfellow 15/2, Poor maiden handicap hurdler who showed the benefit of his recent stable debut when fifth of 14 at Newcastle (20.3f, heavy) last month. Another step forward needed if he's to bag that elusive first success. 0-10 over hurdles; first two stable runs were respectable but others have stronger claims.
(4) (15/2 -88%) La Quarite	15/2(-88%)	(4) La Quarite 15/2, Easily best effort when second on handicap debut fitted with a hood at Musselburgh in February. Did too much too soon trying to dominate a stronger field back there (17.4f, heavy) 5 weeks ago and is worth another chance. Went close on handicap debut in February; major player here if the quicker ground suits.
(1) (12/1 +0%) The King Of May	12/1(+0%)	(1) The King Of May 12/1, Would be thrown in off this mark if anywhere near his best but he has struggled since finishing a decent third at Carlisle (20f, soft) in November. Very well handicapped on form as recent as last autumn but badly out of sorts this year.
(9) (18/1 -50%) Penpal	18/1(-50%)	(9) Penpal 18/1, French claiming winner who justified good support from a career-low mark at Newcastle (16.8f) 12 months ago. Ran no sort of race after 8 months off at Kelso (16.2f, heavy) in January (found to have bled) so would take a leap of faith to get involved after another absence. Won off much reduced mark a year ago but pulled up on only start since (in January).
(7) (18/1 +10%) Lady Hamilton	18/1(+10%)	(7) Lady Hamilton 18/1, Best effort over hurdles came when third in mares maiden at Doncaster (16.6f, good to soft) last March. Hasn't gone on from that since, finishing tailed off at this track and Kelso in recent weeks. Dropped another 3 lb but easy to look elsewhere. Soundly beaten last time and now 0-7 over hurdles but return to good ground a positive.
(12) (33/1 +0%) Strong Team	33/1(+0%)	(12) Strong Team 33/1, C&D winner in 2021 but has been more miss than hit on the Flat over winter. 4 lb out of the weights and he looks an easy swerve. Without a win since 2021 and absent since down-the-field AW run in January.
(2) (40/1 -21%) Major Snugfit	40/1(-21%)	(2) Major Snugfit 40/1, C&D winner who probably needed the run on first outing since leaving Rebecca Menzies after 13 months off when finishing well held on the Flat at Newcastle (12.4f) in November, capitulating quickly once headed. Back over hurdles with plenty to prove. Well beaten on the Flat on stable debut in November; off for another six months since.
(3) (66/1 -230%) Ask Bob	66/1(-230%)	(3) Ask Bob 66/1, Yet to get his head in front and offered little on first outing since leaving John McConnell after 6 months off at Hexham (16.2f, heavy) a couple of months ago. Makes very little appeal despite a tumbling mark. Ex-Irish maiden; well beaten on stable debut but ran well to a point; may last longer here.

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19:30 Sedgefield Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 17f Race Class Flow

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

BOYNESIDE lost little in defeat when finding only the progressive Plaisir Des Flos (now rated 29lb higher) too strong over 2m4f here in March. Racing off the same mark, a breakthrough victory could await the five-year-old, with this drop in distance expected to suit. For Three ended his 2023 campaign with a respectable fourth at Newcastle and Sam England's gelding may put up the most resistance to the selection, ahead of La Quarite.

Cases can be made for many, but it could pay to take a chance on HEART ABOVE, who has shown precious little in maiden hurdles but it's worth remembering he was fair in bumpers and starts out in handicaps from a basement mark. Boyneside produced his best effort to date at this track a couple of months ago, so he's put forward as the main danger back down in trip, ahead of Huit Reflets and La Quarite.

After starting off for Sam England with three good runs on slower-than-ideal ground in the autumn, FOR THREE remains well handicapped.

19:35 Cork Maiden 10f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(4) (5/4 +64%) Evening Blossom	5/4(+64%)	(4) Evening Blossom 5/4, Promising sort. 5/4, third of 11 in maiden at Dundalk (10.7f) 27 days ago. Should have more to offer and good chance. Third in AW maiden behind Lady Doris who may have been better positioned; Group entries.
(6) (10/3 +17%) Lady Doris	10/3(+17%)	(6) Lady Doris 10/3, Promising sort. 6/1, second of 11 in maiden at Dundalk (10.7f) on return 27 days ago. Yard in good form. Should go well again. Always prominent when narrowly beaten over 10.5f at Dundalk on return; first run on turf.
(5) (7/2 -5%) Harbour Gem	7/2(-5%)	(5) Harbour Gem 7/2, Lightly-raced filly. Bit below form seventh of 12 in maiden at Leopardstown (8f, heavy, 11/8) 33 days ago. Disappointing there but some good form previously. Poor effort when beaten fav at Leopardstown after three placed efforts; steps up in trip.
(2) (4/1 +11%) Declaree	4/1(+11%)	(2) Declaree 4/1, Promising individual. Third of 12 in maiden (28/1) at Dundalk (10.7f) on debut 35 days ago, clear of rest. Yard in good form. May well do better and likely type here. Was 28-1 for AW debut over 10.5f, had two of these rivals well behind when promising third.
(8) (7/1 +0%) Nativity Square	7/1(+0%)	(8) Nativity Square 7/1, 6/5, below form fifth of 12 in maiden at Gowran (8f, heavy) 17 days ago. Up in trip. Well ahead of Harbour Gem when runner-up at Leopardstown, disappointing favourite since.
(11) (11/1 +31%) Such A Warrior	11/1(+31%)	(11) Such A Warrior 11/1, €35,000 yearling, Saxon Warrior filly. Half-sister to winner abroad by Exceed And Excel. Dam, 1¼m winner, half-sister to very smart 1¼m-12.5f winner Hunting Horn. Half-sister to a winner in Greece; dam 1m2f winner from family of High Chaparral.
(12) (22/1 +33%) Wing Glider	22/1(+33%)	(12) Wing Glider 22/1, Twice-raced filly. 28/1, eighth of 18 in maiden at the Curragh (7f, heavy) 20 days ago, not knocked about. Significantly up in trip. Beaten less than 3l over 7f latest, bred for middle distances; probably one for h'caps.
(1) (25/1 +24%) Alfheim	25/1(+24%)	(1) Alfheim 25/1, Once-raced filly. Tongue strap on, eighth of 12 in maiden at Dundalk (10.7f, 16/1) on debut 35 days ago. Well behind a couple of these rivals when unfancied for AW debut five weeks ago.
(9) (40/1 +39%) Pearl Jewel	40/1(+39%)	(9) Pearl Jewel 40/1, Twice-raced filly. 100/1, fourth of 12 in maiden at Dundalk (10.7f) 35 days ago, nearest finish. 6l behind Declaree when fourth of 12 in AW maiden on her return to action.
(7) (150/1 -50%) Luxurious Princess	150/1(-50%)	(7) Luxurious Princess 150/1, Last of 7 in maiden at Leopardstown (10f, heavy, 66/1) on debut 30 days ago. Was 66-1 when too keen and finished in rear at Leopardstown last month.

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19:35 Cork Maiden 10f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

DECLAREE may be worth a shot here in an open looking maiden. She shaped with plenty of promise when third at Dundalk on her debut and should step forward from that initial effort. The Fastnet Rock filly disputed briefly inside the final furlong then and was only beaten just over a length-and-a-quarter by Higher Leaves. Harbour Gem sets the standard off a mark of 83. She hung to her left when seventh at Leopardstown last time and is capable of better than that showing. Lady Doris and Evening Blossom were second and third to Port Fairy at Dundalk last month and are others that have to come into the mix.

DECLAREE made a bright start at Dundalk and might be up to taking this valuable maiden. Lady Doris and Evening Blossom, closely matched on their running at the same track, are big players also.

Maybe EVENING BLOSSOM can turn around AW form with Lady Doris on this surface and that might be good enough

19:44 Nottingham Handicap (Class 5) 6f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(1) (10/3 +33%) Harry's Halo	10/3(+33%)	(1) Harry's Halo 10/3, Dual winner as a juvenile. 9/2, creditable third of 12 in handicap at Haydock (6f, heavy) 13 days ago, missing break. Placed at Haydock and Thirsk (both at 6f on soft) last twice and he should go well again.
(3) (4/1 +20%) Twilight Fun	4/1(+20%)	(3) Twilight Fun 4/1, 17/2, won 9-runner handicap at Yarmouth (6f, good to firm) 27 days ago. Less exposed than most he'll meet at this level, though his headstrong nature means he comes with a few risks. Made it 2-6 when scoring on his turf debut at Yarmouth last month; big player again up 3lb.
(10) (4/1 -14%) Dazy Mazy	4/1(-14%)	(10) Dazy Mazy 4/1, 9/2, career best when winning 8-runner handicap at Doncaster (6f, soft) 13 days ago by 2½ lengths from Lotus Rose. 6 lb rise fair and can go well again. Big improvement when beating Lotus Rose at Doncaster 13 days ago; respected up 6lb.
(12) (9/2 +44%) Enderman	9/2(+44%)	(12) Enderman 9/2, C&D winner. Good second of 17 in handicap at Thirsk (6f, heavy, 13/2) 20 days ago. This is tougher. Infrequent winner but he's finished close up at Thirsk in both runs this season.
(11) (6/1 +20%) Lotus Rose	6/1(+20%)	(11) Lotus Rose 6/1, Creditable 2½ lengths second of 8 to Dazy Mazy in handicap at Doncaster (6f, soft, 11/2) 13 days ago, shaping well with her comeback behind her only to succumb to a stronger stayer. 5f would probably suit better (all wins over that trip). Creditable second behind Dazy Mazy at Doncaster and she should go well again.
(7) (13/2 -30%) Agostino	13/2(-30%)	(7) Agostino 13/2, Well-backed 10/3, career best when winning 10-runner handicap at Chelmsford City (6f) 22 days ago, readily. Good chance again up 5 lb. Won at AW last month but he's generally struggled in seven runs on turf; risks attached.
(4) (8/1 +27%) Ray Vonn	8/1(+27%)	(4) Ray Vonn 8/1, C&D winner. Off 6 months. Gone well fresh and worth a look. His win came over C&D but he needs a major revival after 195 days off.
(5) (9/1 +36%) Hallowed Time	9/1(+36%)	(5) Hallowed Time 9/1, Sixth of 12 in handicap (20/1) at Haydock (6f, heavy) 13 days ago, briefly looming up with a challenge. Blinkers back on. Merits consideration. Last win was in France in 2022 and has uninspiring form figures of 9706 for current yard.
(2) (16/1 -14%) Agnes Grey	16/1(-14%)	(2) Agnes Grey 16/1, Off 5 months and 8/1, seventh of 9 in minor event at Newcastle (7.1f) 70 days ago. Dropping in the weights as she seeks first win. Nine-race maiden who struggled on her return and has questions to answer back at this trip.
(8) (22/1 -10%) Kandy King	22/1(-10%)	(8) Kandy King 22/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Seventh of 9 in handicap at Southwell (6.1f, 16/1) 29 days ago, slowly away. Makes turf debut. Must improve. Still unexposed but he's not made an impact so far and needs improvement on turf debut.
(6) (33/1 -106%) Newyorkstateofmind	33/1(-106%)	(6) Newyorkstateofmind 33/1, 12/1, eighth of 9 in handicap at Windsor (6f, good to firm) 18 days ago. Hard to catch right. Won on AW on return but no joy at Windsor last time and that took his turf record to 2-40.
(9) (66/1 -164%) Speedacus	66/1(-164%)	(9) Speedacus 66/1, 20/1, last of 8 in handicap at Pontefract (5f, heavy) 18 days ago. Back up in trip. Chance on old form. All of his wins have been at 5f and he's struggled for current yard; lots to prove.

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19:44 Nottingham Handicap (Class 5) 6f Race Class Flow

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

Twilight Fun just did enough to record a second career success at Yarmouth last time and it would be no surprise to see him feature off 3lb higher. However, the vote goes to HARRY'S HALO, who has been thereabouts the last twice in this grade, including when third at Haydock latest, and the handicapper may have been kind to leave his mark alone. Kevin Frost's four-year-old looks the way to go, while Chelmsford winner Agostino also has an obvious chance.

TWILIGHT FUN is a headstrong sort but is less exposed than most he'll meet at this level and is worth chancing to follow up his Yarmouth victory. Doncaster-winner Dazy Mazy is next on the shortlist ahead of Agostino, who was quite impressive when scoring at Chelmsford.

Several have possibilities but recent Yarmouth winner TWILIGHT FUN gets the vote ahead of Dazy Mazy and Harry's Halo.

19:50 Ripon Handicap (Class 5) 10f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(1) (9/4 +25%) Bearwith	9/4(+25%)	(1) Bearwith 9/4, C&D winner. Latest win at Southwell in April. 9/2, respectable second of 9 in handicap at Pontefract (10f, soft) 9 days ago, very slowly away. Can get back to winning ways if he breaks on terms. Stable going well and he's kicked off his campaign with a bang; C&D winner; major player.
(12) (10/3 +33%) Life On The Rocks	10/3(+33%)	(12) Life On The Rocks 10/3, Third of 11 in handicap (4/1) at Newcastle (10.2f) 14 days ago. Back up in grade but still merits respect. More promise dropped to a Class 6 latest; has plenty of handicapping scope given old form.
(6) (13/2 +19%) Golden Melody	13/2(+19%)	(6) Golden Melody 13/2, Twenty runs since last win in 2022. Better than result when sixth of 14 in handicap (11/2) at Thirsk (8f, soft) 6 days ago, not clear run. Back up in trip. Cheekpieces back on. One to take seriously from a handy mark. Been a while since her last win but conditions fine and she's capable off this mark.
(7) (11/1 -83%) Contrast	11/1(-83%)	(7) Contrast 11/1, 22/1, creditable second of 12 in handicap at Nottingham (8.3f, heavy) 20 days ago, despite struggling to go the early pace. Should be suited by return to this trip, so he's one to consider. Promising return at Nottingham three weeks ago; drying ground not ideal.
(2) (11/1 -57%) Highwaygrey	11/1(-57%)	(2) Highwaygrey 11/1, 10/1, won 7-runner handicap at Newcastle (10.2f). Off 175 days. Remains well treated on old form and ran well first time out last season. Only 1lb higher than for his AW win when last seen in November; 175-day break the concern.
(10) (11/1 -57%) Berry Edge	11/1(-57%)	(10) Berry Edge 11/1, One win from 22 Flat runs. 11/1, first run since leaving Michael Dods when creditable fourth of 8 in handicap at Nottingham (10.2f, heavy) 20 days ago, missing break. Fairly treated if he can build on that. Promising stable debut at Nottingham three weeks ago; each-way shout off the same mark.
(4) (12/1 +14%) Sonning	12/1(+14%)	(4) Sonning 12/1, 11/1, fifth of 7 in handicap at Beverley (9.9f, good to soft) 15 days ago, hampered. Must improve on recent efforts. More promise at Beverley two weeks ago; more required to win but it's not impossible.
(5) (12/1 -33%) Dogged	12/1(-33%)	(5) Dogged 12/1, Successful 4 times in apprentice/amateur riders' handicaps last year and not given a hard time at Pontefract on return. Came on plenty for his return last season, so not discounted back up in trip. Four wins last year, two of them here; back to a good mark; revival could be imminent.
(9) (25/1 +0%) Dandy's Angel	25/1(+0%)	(9) Dandy's Angel 25/1, Last of 13 in handicap at Beverley (7.4f, good, 12/1) 4 days ago. Significantly back up in trip. Others more persuasive. Five wins last year but she's yet to get going this year; need to see more.
(3) (28/1 -40%) Ballsbridge	28/1(-40%)	(3) Ballsbridge 28/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Last of 9 in handicap (28/1) at Wolverhampton (8.6f), unsuited by way race developed. Off 105 days. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Hard to fancy. Hopes pinned on the new trip/headgear having a positive effect.
(8) (28/1 -250%) Star Start	28/1(-250%)	(8) Star Start 28/1, Seventh of 8 in handicap at Ayr (10f, soft, 2/1). Off 7 months. Cheekpieces back on. Will probably strip fitter for this. Three handicap wins last year; can progress again this year but maybe not today.
(11) (33/1 +18%) Wath Court	33/1(+18%)	(11) Wath Court 33/1, Seventh of 11 in handicap at Southwell (8.1f, 100/1) 61 days ago. Up in trip. Others have achieved more. 100-1 and no improvement for switch to handicaps in March; new trip not enough to tempt.

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19:50 Ripon Handicap (Class 5) 10f Race Class Flow

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

A chance can be taken on BALLSBRIDGE, who made little impact on his handicap debut over the extended mile at Wolverhampton in January. However, the switch to turf ought to suit, while his top-class dam stayed this trip well when a close-up fourth in the French Oaks. Bearwith might have bumped into a well-handicapped rival when filling the runner-up spot at Pontefract and he is respected from an unchanged mark. Contrast and Berry Edge are just two others to consider.

Having scored at Southwell in April, BEARWITH shaped as if still ahead of his mark when runner-up at Pontefract and, if he breaks better, he should be able to get his head in front again. Contrast is a danger back up in trip and Dogged should come on for his reappearance.

Life On The Rocks should go well but BEARWITH is fancied to continue Harriet Bethell's good run of form.

19:55 Downpatrick Handicap Chase 24f - 15 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(6) (15/8 +73%) Jump The Shark	15/8(+73%)	(6) Jump The Shark 15/8, Seventh of 10 in handicap chase (8/1) at Clonmel (16.5f, heavy) 120 days ago. Significantly up in trip. Maiden has gone close over hurdles; not as good over fences yet but not dismissed.
(13) (5/1 -25%) Tangental	5/1(-25%)	(13) Tangental 5/1, Fair winner at 24f over hurdles. Strong in the betting but didn't last long when falling heavily at the fifth in handicap chase at Tipperary (23.4f, good to soft, 11/4) 17 days ago won by Lady Kate. Dual hurdle winner was 3rd over fences at Down Royal but fell early at Tipperary; chance.
(4) (6/1 -80%) Lady Kate	6/1(-80%)	(4) Lady Kate 6/1, Career best when winning 12-runner handicap chase (9/1) at Tipperary (23.4f, good to soft) 17 days ago. Player. Gutsy effort to win a Tipperary handicap last time after a break; 6lb higher but go well.
(1) (9/1 -50%) Gladiatorial	9/1(-50%)	(1) Gladiatorial 9/1, Nineteen runs since last win in 2021. Below form fifth of 10 in handicap chase at this course (19.4f, good, 10/3) 14 days ago. Back up in trip. Hurdle winner at this track was well beaten over fences here on return but can improve.
(5) (10/1 +70%) Ardaghs Choice	10/1(+70%)	(5) Ardaghs Choice 10/1, Below form 29¾ lengths sixth of 12 to Lady Kate in handicap chase at Tipperary (23.4f, good to soft, 40/1) 17 days ago. Booking of Millar a plus. Dual hurdle winner incl' at this track; well behind Lady Kate after an absence last time.
(9) (11/1 +31%) Townhill Penny	11/1(+31%)	(9) Townhill Penny 11/1, One win from 21 NH runs. Twelve runs since last win in 2022. Sixth of 13 in handicap hurdle (40/1) at this course (23.2f, good) 14 days ago. Switches from hurdles to chase. Makes handicap chase debut. Sole win over hurdles came here; has a squeak on handicap chase debut if at best.
(11) (14/1 +0%) Keep Me Posted	14/1(+0%)	(11) Keep Me Posted 14/1, Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. 10/1, excellent eighth of 14 in handicap chase at Tramore (21.8f, good) 18 days ago. Triple point winner was beaten 19l on h'cap chase debut at Tramore so will need to improve.
(12) (14/1 +44%) Ocean Legacy	14/1(+44%)	(12) Ocean Legacy 14/1, C&D winner. 22/1, tenth of 15 in handicap hurdle at Down Royal (22f, soft) 26 days ago. Switches from hurdles to chase. Won over C&D last year but not as good since; has to improve from recent poor hurdle run.
(14) (16/1 +20%) Ocodango Boy	16/1(+20%)	(14) Ocodango Boy 16/1, Good eighth of 23 in handicap hurdle at Naas (23.6f, soft, 66/1). Off 13 months. Makes chase debut. Makes handicap chase debut. Won a point last time but unplaced in 11 hurdle runs; others preferred.
(10) (16/1 -100%) Nuttorridge	16/1(-100%)	(10) Nuttorridge 16/1, C&D winner. Twelve runs since last win in 2022. Blinkered for 1st time, bit below form fourth of 17 in handicap hurdle at Galway (22.2f, soft, 5/1). Off 8 months. Switches from hurdles to chase. Won over C&D in 2022 and was in decent form over hurdles when last seen; player if ready.
(2) (20/1 -150%) Welsh Saint	20/1(-150%)	(2) Welsh Saint 20/1, Twenty runs since last win in 2020. 50/1, fourth of 8 in novice chase at this C&D (good) 14 days ago. Chance on pick of form. Maiden over fences but ran a decent race over C&D last time; needs a bit more.
(7) (28/1 -40%) Faith Loving	28/1(-40%)	(7) Faith Loving 28/1, Winner in chase at Fairyhouse in November. Seventh of 10 in handicap chase (12/1) at this course (19.4f, good) 14 days ago. Back up in trip. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Well beaten here on return two weeks ago and needs to improve loads.
(8) (28/1 +15%) Fox Fearless	28/1(+15%)	(8) Fox Fearless 28/1, Twelve runs since last win in 2021. 22/1, twelfth of 17 in handicap hurdle at Down Royal (24f, good to soft). Off 8 months. Makes chase debut. Makes handicap chase debut. Just 1-19 over hurdles and in poor form when last seen in that sphere.
(3) (40/1 -60%) Amaulino	40/1(-60%)	(3) Amaulino 40/1, Course winner. Sixteen runs since last win in 2019. 66/1, ninth of 11 in handicap chase at Down Royal (26.2f, good to soft) 26 days ago. Formerly decent chaser has been regressive in last few years and not much appeal.

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19:55 Downpatrick Handicap Chase 24f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

Lady Kate showed a likeable attitude when scoring over an extended 2m7f at Tipperary last month and she should make a bold bid to follow up despite a 6lb rise. That said, TANGENTAL was an early faller when sent off a warm order in the aforementioned Tipperary contest and, providing he brushes up in the jumping department this time around, a big run could be on the cards. Faith Loving sports cheekpieces for the first time and an improved display would come as no surprise.

LADY KATE quickly got back on the up when off the mark at Tipperary and she can continue her positive start in handicaps. Welsh Saint is potentially on a handy mark if his latest run is taken at face value so is next best ahead of Tangental.

TANGENTAL remains well-handicapped in this sphere and can make amends for falling last time once his jumping holds up.

20:05 Sedgefield Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 17f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(1) (3/1 -9%) Lucky Lover Boy	3/1(-9%)	(1) Lucky Lover Boy 3/1, Won 4 times, including twice at this C&D, in the first half of 2022/23. Had been struggling for form in 2023/24, but back on track when third in handicap hurdle at Huntingdon 15 days ago. Could be ready to take advantage of his reduced mark. Dual C&D winner; not the force of old but kept on for third at Huntingdon last month.
(3) (7/2 +75%) Sattam	7/2(+75%)	(3) Sattam 7/2, Fair form when making the frame all 3 starts in bumpers for Dermot Weld, but below that level over hurdles for his current yard. After 3 months off, eighth of 12 at Perth on handicap debut 2 weeks ago, so he needs to find more with that run behind him. Safely held when eighth on recent handicap debut; drops back from 2m4f today.
(5) (5/1 +38%) Brian's Jet	5/1(+38%)	(5) Brian's Jet 5/1, Didn't make a promising start over hurdles but showed more in 2023/24, making the frame in 4 of his first 5 starts of the campaign. Possibly unsuited by testing conditions when pulled up on his latest outing, so he could fare better with cheekpieces/tongue strap back on. Struggled on heavy ground last time but now 7lb lower than when placed over C&D in October.
(10) (8/1 +33%) Iolani	8/1(+33%)	(10) Iolani 8/1, Veteran whose last victory came back in September 2021. Form had been going the wrong way, but from his tumbling mark he ran better than for a while when third at Perth 15 days ago. Task is now to build on his latest effort. Nothing like the force of old but was placed recently and evidently retains some ability.
(4) (8/1 -100%) Copper Fox	8/1(-100%)	(4) Copper Fox 8/1, It's now 13 runs since his sole success back in 2022, but ran of his better recent races when fourth of 11 in handicap hurdle at Huntingdon (19.6f) 15 days ago. Cheekpieces back on and he can make his presence felt from his current mark. No win since 2022 but ran well when fourth at Huntingdon last month; headgear refitted.
(9) (11/1 +21%) Hide Out	11/1(+21%)	(9) Hide Out 11/1, Long-standing maiden but made the frame in a couple of handicap hurdles this winter. However, not in the same form tried chasing again at this course in February, before finishing well held back over hurdles last time. Others preferred. Second over C&D in January but two lesser efforts followed; now 0-30.
(7) (12/1 -50%) Zuul	12/1(-50%)	(7) Zuul 12/1, Ran to a fair level in bumpers for Michael Appleby in 2022. After 18 months off, hasn't offered much in novice/maiden hurdles for his current yard, but he could show more as he goes handicapping with cheekpieces/tongue strap added to the hood. Well beaten in slow-ground novice/maiden hurdles; can do better now back on good ground.
(6) (16/1 +0%) Milajess	16/1(+0%)	(6) Milajess 16/1, Modest form at best over hurdles for Michael Griffin in Ireland and bettered previous efforts for current yard when third at Musselburgh in January. However, has gone backwards from that effort in 2 subsequent outings. Others more persuasive. Twice made the frame in January but well beaten here since and now 0-15 over hurdles.
(2) (18/1 -50%) Foster's Fortune	18/1(-50%)	(2) Foster's Fortune 18/1, Showed a bit in bumpers but little impact in maiden/novice hurdles, well-beaten when fourth of 9 in novice at Hexham 18 days ago. Market could guide as he makes his handicap debut. Soundly beaten in three slow-ground maiden/novice hurdles; handicap debut today.
(11) (25/1 -56%) Clean Getaway	25/1(-56%)	(11) Clean Getaway 25/1, Still winless over hurdles but made the frame 3 times in early-2023/24. Pulled up on his final outing in July, though, and has made little impact in 3 starts in points since (latest in March). 0-15 over hurdles; back under rules after three very underwhelming point runs.
(12) (50/1 -150%) National Question	50/1(-150%)	(12) National Question 50/1, Down the field in varied events on the Flat and has shown little in 3 starts over hurdles. Needs to leave previous form well behind as he makes his handicap hurdle debut (cheekpieces on for first time in this code). Well-beaten outsider on all three hurdling starts; better ground for handicap debut.
(8) (50/1 -100%) Eddie Mush	50/1(-100%)	(8) Eddie Mush 50/1, Well held only start in bumpers and has fared no better sent hurdling, seventh of 9 in maiden at Catterick when last seen back in February 2023. Looks to be up against it with cheekpieces back on for his return. 0-5 over hurdles; still unexposed but significant improvement is needed.

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20:05 Sedgefield Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 17f Race Class Flow

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

COPPER FOX was not disgraced when a close fourth over 2m3f at Huntingdon a couple of weeks ago and the application of first-time cheekpieces may bring about the required improvement to score here. Lucky Lover Boy showed more promise on his most recent outing and should not be discounted, while Hide Out and Iolani are others who could make the frame.

Having dropped in the weights, LUCKY LOVER BOY ran better than for a while when third at Huntingdon 15 days ago and he can build on that effort to gain a third C&D success. Copper Fox also ran well at Huntingdon on his latest outing and could be in the mix with cheekpieces reapplied, while Brian's Jet is worth another chance back on less testing ground.

The most interesting option is ZUUL, who struggled in slow-ground novice hurdles but showed promise in good-ground bumpers.

20:10 Cork Handicap 10f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(11) (3/1 +33%) Hanoi	3/1(+33%)	(11) Hanoi 3/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 50/1, good fifth of 11 in handicap at Dundalk (8f) 49 days ago, slowly away. Up in trip. Tongue strap on 1st time. Merits consideration. Much better in 1m AW handicaps latest, beaten 3.5l; step up in trip may suit; tongue-tie..
(5) (7/2 -40%) Killeaney Bear	7/2(-40%)	(5) Killeaney Bear 7/2, Lightly-raced maiden. Excellent fourth of 9 in handicap at this course (12.1f, good to soft, 17/2) 14 days ago. Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals. Went well for long way on handicap debut and dropping down 2f in trip may be no harm.
(4) (4/1 +60%) Question Of Class	4/1(+60%)	(4) Question Of Class 4/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 150/1, seventh of 12 in maiden at Leopardstown (8f, heavy). Could do better upped in trip for handicap debut after 6 months off. Not shown much albeit has had a few excuses; no surprise if competitive on h'cap debut.
(7) (5/1 -50%) La Juliana	5/1(-50%)	(7) La Juliana 5/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Sixth of 9 in handicap at this course (12.1f, good to soft, 9/2) 14 days ago, not knocked about. Should be better for that and she's still unexposed. Bit disappointing under Keane when sixth here over 1m4f; capable of better though.
(8) (10/1 -43%) Billie Frechette	10/1(-43%)	(8) Billie Frechette 10/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 80/1, eighth of 12 in maiden at Naas (10.4f, soft) 11 days ago. Makes handicap debut. Bred to be better than this opening mark, so worth a market check. Modest form in maidens but related to plenty of winners so can't be ruled out on h'cap bow.
(10) (12/1 +0%) Gregorina	12/1(+0%)	(10) Gregorina 12/1, 14/1, eleventh of 12 in handicap at Sligo (10.6f, good to soft) 5 days ago. Others make more appeal. A lot more exposed than the rest of these; good effort when second at Dundalk, poor since.
(3) (16/1 -14%) Jurality	16/1(-14%)	(3) Jurality 16/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 25/1 and blinkered for 1st time, first run since leaving D. J. Bunyan & G. O'Leary when last of 9 in handicap at this course (12.1f, good to soft) 14 days ago, folding. Maiden form was okay but too free when dropping out tamely on handicap debut here (1m4f).
(2) (16/1 +0%) Granite Bay	16/1(+0%)	(2) Granite Bay 16/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 80/1, last of 9 in maiden at Gowran (9.4f, heavy) 17 days ago. Makes handicap debut. Not beaten out of sight last twice; more expected of him on handicap bow.
(6) (18/1 -13%) You Done Well	18/1(-13%)	(6) You Done Well 18/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Fifth of 8 in maiden at Gowran (7f, heavy, 125/1) 17 days ago, unsuited by drop in trip. Should be helped by the step up in distance on handicap debut. Not shown a lot but mild promise on Listowel debut; trainer has a handy line on form.
(9) (25/1 -108%) Abel Mabel	25/1(-108%)	(9) Abel Mabel 25/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 40/1, seventh of 9 in nursery at Gowran (8.3f, heavy). Off 6 months. Up in trip. Will probably strip fitter for it. Not totally shamed in maidens, well held in Gowran nursery in which La Juliana was second.
(1) (25/1 -25%) Sportingsilvermine	25/1(-25%)	(1) Sportingsilvermine 25/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 50/1, last of 8 in handicap at Gowran (9.4f, heavy) 17 days ago. Others more persuasive. Showed ability in Leopardstown maiden at two but well held both handicap starts this term.

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20:10 Cork Handicap 10f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

KILLEANEY BEAR was too free over a mile-and-a-half here a fortnight ago and dropping back in trip now should suit. The Kodi Bear gelding disputed turning for home then but was headed under two furlongs out and eventually finished fourth. He has shown enough to land a race of this standard. La Juliana was a couple of places behind the selection then and could be a danger now. She had been narrowly denied over a mile on her final start of last season and is another who may be better at this trip. Hanoi didn't run too badly when fifth at Dundalk on his most recent start and is another to consider.

KILLEANEY BEAR steppped up on previous efforts and travelled like there is even more to come when fourth at this course on handicap debut, so he's worth a chance to open his account back down in trip. La Juliana and Hanoi are the chief dangers.

Sixth over 1m4f here on seasonal debut, LA JULIANA is capable of better and can turn around that form with Killeaney Bear

20:18 Nottingham Handicap (Class 6) 5f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(1) (5/2 +29%) Showalong	5/2(+29%)	(1) Showalong 5/2, C&D winner. Good second of 10 in handicap (3/1) at Redcar (5f, soft) 8 days ago. Blinkers on 1st time. Expected to be bang there off an unchanged mark. Last win was over C&D and he's finished second last twice; respected with blinkers added.
(10) (9/2 +18%) Munificent	9/2(+18%)	(10) Munificent 9/2, 18/5, good second of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (5.1f) 52 days ago. Ought to be in the shake-up. Runner-up off this mark at Wolverhampton last time and has claims if he can back that up.
(11) (9/2 +25%) Yazaman	9/2(+25%)	(11) Yazaman 9/2, Temperamental sort. 5/1, respectable sixth of 17 in handicap at Thirsk (6f, heavy) 20 days ago, nearest finish. Blinkers back on. Not dismissed. Losing run is up to 40 but he's in fair form and shouldn't be far away.
(2) (5/1 +0%) Mehmo	5/1(+0%)	(2) Mehmo 5/1, 17/2, improved on recent efforts to win 11-runner handicap at this C&D (heavy) 20 days ago, driven out. Well in the mix. Returned to form back on turf when scoring over C&D last month; 4lb rise looks fair.
(8) (6/1 +57%) Loco Lobo	6/1(+57%)	(8) Loco Lobo 6/1, Respectable fourth of 12 in handicap at Haydock (6f, heavy, 50/1) 13 days ago, faring best of those ridden prominently. Not taken lightly. Still lightly raced but she has a patchy profile and others looks more solid.
(5) (8/1 -129%) Spanish Angel	8/1(-129%)	(5) Spanish Angel 8/1, Improved on recent efforts to win 7-runner handicap at Wolverhampton (5.1f, 4/1) 9 days ago, soon clear. Carries 4 lb penalty but still merits serious consideration. Won eased down at Wolverhampton last week and he's 5lb lower back on turf; big player.
(9) (14/1 +13%) Ohnojoe	14/1(+13%)	(9) Ohnojoe 14/1, 18/1, only seventh of 11 to Mehmo in handicap at this C&D (heavy) 20 days ago, slowly away. Cheekpieces back on. Needs a couple of these to falter. 2yo winner in 2022 but he's 0-10 since and was well held over C&D last month.
(3) (16/1 -100%) Stallone	16/1(-100%)	(3) Stallone 16/1, Course winner. Latest win at Newcastle in March. Creditable 2 lengths third of 11 to Mehmo in handicap (12/1) at this C&D (heavy) 20 days ago so needs considering. Two wins at Newcastle this year and good third behind Mehmo over C&D latest; dangerous.
(4) (22/1 +12%) Lope De Rueda	22/1(+12%)	(4) Lope De Rueda 22/1, Eleventh of 14 in handicap at Thirsk (7f, heavy, 28/1) 31 days ago. Down in trip with work to do. Eight-race maiden who has struggled for new yard and needs a major turnaround.
(13) (28/1 -133%) Enchanted Night	28/1(-133%)	(13) Enchanted Night 28/1, Unreliable type. 50/1, ninth of 10 in handicap at Yarmouth (5.2f, good to firm) 27 days ago. Can give a good account if back on her A-game. Engaged Brighton 4.55 Thursday. Capable off this sort mark but has a 1-42 strike-rate; blew the start at Brighton Thursday.
(7) (28/1 -12%) Sounds Of Spring	28/1(-12%)	(7) Sounds Of Spring 28/1, Twelfth of 13 in handicap (40/1) at Thirsk (6f, heavy) 31 days ago. Others appeal more. Out the back in all four runs for new yard this year and he has a lot to prove.
(6) (33/1 -32%) Rhubarb	33/1(-32%)	(6) Rhubarb 33/1, C&D winner. Latest win at Wolverhampton in December. 28/1, eighth of 10 in handicap at Wolverhampton (5.1f) 36 days ago. Needs to bounce back. Out of sorts in both runs this spring and has something to prove in this competitive race.
(12) (50/1 +0%) Captain Bentley	50/1(+0%)	(12) Captain Bentley 50/1, Cheekpieces on for 1st time, ninth of 10 in handicap (50/1) at Wolverhampton (5.1f) 36 days ago. Hard to warm to. Eight-race maiden who has struggled in his last five runs and has a lot to prove.

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20:18 Nottingham Handicap (Class 6) 5f Race Class Flow

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

Spanish Angel was victorious by just over two lengths in this grade at Wolverhampton recently, but he isn't as effective on turf. With that in mind, SHOWALONG gets the vote. Tim Easterby's six-year-old has taken the silver medal on each of his last two outings and he can make amends in first-time blinkers. Mehmo did it nicely over track and trip last time and is another to keep an eye on.

A few with chances but C&D scorer SHOWALONG is fancied to gain a deserved success on the back of his good recent Redcar second. Wolverhampton-scorer Spanish Angel heads the list of dangers, although a solid case can also be made for in-form pair Loco Lobo and Mehmo.

The most striking contender is SPANISH ANGEL (nap), who won with plenty in hand on AW last week and is 5lb lower on this return to turf.

20:25 Ripon Handicap (Class 6) 8f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(3) (7/2 +36%) Emu War	7/2(+36%)	(3) Emu War 7/2, Creditable second of 8 in handicap (11/1) at Hamilton (8.3f, good to soft) 5 days ago, no match for winner. Cheekpieces on 1st time. One to consider. Might have been better drawn but is one of the likelier winners in first-time headgear.
(4) (7/2 +36%) Havana Prince	7/2(+36%)	(4) Havana Prince 7/2, Respectable fourth of 15 in handicap at Wetherby (8f, soft, 5/1) 12 days ago. One of few who arrives in form, so not completely dismissed. Landed the inside stall; exposed now but has been showing enough to be considered.
(9) (7/2 -100%) On The Bubble	7/2(-100%)	(9) On The Bubble 7/2, Hooded for 1st time, career best when winning 12-runner handicap at Redcar (8f, soft, 10/1) 8 days ago. Had plenty in hand and looks capable of defying a penalty. Revelation in first-time hood at Redcar last week; leading claims on that under a penalty.
(2) (13/2 -63%) Blufferonthebus	13/2(-63%)	(2) Blufferonthebus 13/2, Career best when winning 8-runner handicap (6/1) at Pontefract (6f, heavy) 18 days ago, kept up to work. Can make presence felt if she gets the longer trip. Half-sister to a winner over this trip; may improve again for the longer distance; player.
(1) (10/1 +60%) Made All	10/1(+60%)	(1) Made All 10/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Twelfth of 13 in handicap at Doncaster (8f, soft, 28/1) 14 days ago. Needs to bounce back. Yard has been quiet of late and it may just be he started out on an unrealistic mark.
(7) (16/1 -14%) Marton Heads	16/1(-14%)	(7) Marton Heads 16/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Sixth of 9 in minor event at Beverley (7.4f, good, 80/1). Off 10 months. Seemed green as a 2yo so worth monitoring in the betting after 10 months off. Would want to see good support after ten months off before considering him.
(8) (16/1 +52%) Oceanic Wonder	16/1(+52%)	(8) Oceanic Wonder 16/1, 28/1, seventh of 10 in handicap at Doncaster (7f, soft) 13 days ago. Others more persuasive. Struggled since nursery second; was beaten a long way on his comeback a fortnight ago.
(6) (20/1 +39%) Indication Court	20/1(+39%)	(6) Indication Court 20/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 66/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, seventh of 8 in nursery at Southwell (8.1f). Off 133 days. Went the wrong way last year, latterly in headgear; Blufferonthebus his yard's best chance.
(11) (22/1 -214%) Kingsford	22/1(-214%)	(11) Kingsford 22/1, 12/1, 7 lengths third of 12 to On The Bubble in handicap at Redcar (8f, soft) 8 days ago. Needs to build on that now. Was again beaten some way behind On The Bubble last Thursday; is drawn wide tonight.
(5) (25/1 +0%) Howard's Choice	25/1(+0%)	(5) Howard's Choice 25/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Last of 5 in handicap (33/1) at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 81 days ago. Tongue strap on 1st time. Plenty to prove at present. Stll to get involved in a finish; the first-time tongue-tie will need a make a difference.
(12) (28/1 -100%) Emilshaan	28/1(-100%)	(12) Emilshaan 28/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 11¼ lengths seventh of 12 to On The Bubble in handicap (18/1) at Redcar (8f, soft) 8 days ago. Behind On The Bubble and stablemate Kingsford at Redcar last week; hard to recommend.
(10) (33/1 +0%) Curious Mrs Fox	33/1(+0%)	(10) Curious Mrs Fox 33/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 40/1, fifth of 8 in handicap at Catterick (7f, soft) 16 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Will need to settle better than last time, back up from 7f, and is hard to make a case for.
(13) (50/1 -52%) On The Sherbet	50/1(-52%)	(13) On The Sherbet 50/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Last of 10 in minor event (150/1) at Newcastle (6f). Off 6 months. Significantly up in trip. Makes handicap debut. Has landed the outside stall and On The Bubble is clearly her trainer's best shout.

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20:25 Ripon Handicap (Class 6) 8f Race Class Flow

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

ON THE BUBBLE must shoulder a 6lb penalty having cruised to victory at Redcar last week. Andrew Breslin negates half of that burden with his 3lb claim, though, and the unexposed daughter of Land Force can follow up. Emu War chased home a rapidly improving opponent at Hamilton and could improve for the addition of first-time cheekpieces. Blufferonthebus, who won over 6f at Pontefract recently, could also have a say now upped to the mile.

ON THE BUBBLE left previous form well behind in a first-time hood when bolting up at Redcar 8 days ago and there's a good chance she can defy a penalty if the race doesn't come too soon. Blufferonthebus is an obvious danger if she gets the longer trip and Emu War can't be ruled out.

The step up in trip should be fine for BLUFFERONTHEBUS, who can defy a 5lb rise. Easy Redcar winner On The Bubble is next best.

20:30 Downpatrick NH Flat Race 18f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(2) (5/4 +38%) Ellen Kelly	5/4(+38%)	(2) Ellen Kelly 5/4, €13,000 3-y-o, Westerner mare. Half-sister to a point winner. Dam unraced. Trainer’s newcomers command respect. Made 13,000euros as a 3yo; respected from the Champion trainer.
(8) (13/8 +51%) Sansrisk	13/8(+51%)	(8) Sansrisk 13/8, Fair form in bumpers/hurdles. 9/2, creditable fifth of 13 in bumper at Wexford (16f, good to soft) 15 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Needs to find some improvement but the extra distance plus cheekpieces should help today.
(6) (5/2 -25%) Ocean Brew	5/2(-25%)	(6) Ocean Brew 5/2, €46,000 3-y-o, Westerner mare. Half-sister to dual bumper winner/useful hurdler Eric Bloodaxe. Successful on second of 2 starts in points (Mar 2). Second of 9 in bumper at Cork (16f, heavy, 7/1) on NH debut 39 days ago. Point winner was runner-up in a Cork bumper; should be fine on this ground and be involved.
(10) (6/1 +25%) Wild Mandate	6/1(+25%)	(10) Wild Mandate 6/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Third of 17 in bumper (11/1) at Punchestown (16.6f, good). Off 7 months. Three solid runs on a sound surface; go close if ready enough returning from a break.
(3) (8/1 +50%) Katie's Casper	8/1(+50%)	(3) Katie's Casper 8/1, Getaway mare. Dam unraced out of useful hurdle/chase winner up to 2½m Shirley Casper. Wears tongue strap. A 15,500euros vendor buyback as a foal is by a useful sire and could go well on debut.
(4) (12/1 -20%) Molly Molone	12/1(-20%)	(4) Molly Molone 12/1, Sans Frontieres mare. Dam (h87) maiden hurdler. Not the strongest of pedigrees and others appeal more than this mare today.
(7) (18/1 +10%) Road To Mallow	18/1(+10%)	(7) Road To Mallow 18/1, Yeats mare. Sister to a point winner. Dam, point/bumper winner, half-sister to useful hurdler (stayed 21f) Glynn. Fifth of 6 in bumper at Ayr (16f, soft, 5/1) on NH debut 87 days ago. Beaten 37l in an Ayr bumper in February; will have to improve loads on this better ground.
(1) (28/1 -12%) Dontcall	28/1(-12%)	(1) Dontcall 28/1, Ask mare. Dam, maiden on Flat, sister to fairly useful hurdler (2m winner) Aquila Oculus and fairly useful hurdler/chaser (stayed 2½m) Piercing Sun. Unsold for 1,200euros as a 3yo and others make more appeal.
(9) (33/1 +50%) Vroomvroomboo	33/1(+50%)	(9) Vroomvroomboo 33/1, Once-raced maiden. 50/1, pulled up in bumper at Leopardstown (20f, heavy) on NH debut 135 days ago, struggling back straight. Pulled-up in a heavy ground bumper at Christmas time and isn't easy to fancy.
(5) (40/1 -21%) Mrs Wemyss	40/1(-21%)	(5) Mrs Wemyss 40/1, Sageburg mare. Half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/chase winner Bold Plan and useful hurdler/chase winner I A Connect. Dam (h81) maiden hurdler. Comes from a useful damline so could have the ability to go well.

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20:30 Downpatrick NH Flat Race 18f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

Point-to-point winner OCEAN BREW made a pleasing start when finishing runner-up on her Rules debut at Cork last month, and she gets the vote to go one place better with that experience under her belt. Ellen Kelly is making her debut for the all-conquering Willie Mullins stable and she commands attention, while Sansrisk has the ability to play a hand in a race of this nature and she completes the shortlist.

Point-winner OCEAN BREW shaped with promise when runner-up at Cork over Easter and looks up to winning one of these. Ellen Kelly is an obvious threat given her stable, while Wild Mandate was progressive in the early part of last season.

SANSRISK has run creditably in several bumpers and maiden hurdles, so could make the breakthrough today over this longer trip

20:40 Sedgefield NH Flat Race (Class 5) 17f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(7) (11/4 +8%) Wiltshire Wonder	11/4(+8%)	(7) Wiltshire Wonder 11/4, 30,000 gns 3-y-o, Wootton Bassett gelding. Half-brother to 4 winners on Flat, including smart 11f-16.2f winner Enbihaar. 6/1, possibly needed the run in terms of both fitness and experience on debut at Fakenham 3 months ago, not knocked about. Likely player. Bred to be useful on the Flat; got tired on soft ground on debut; should last longer today.
(6) (4/1 +27%) Masterkey	4/1(+27%)	(6) Masterkey 4/1, 9,000 gns 3-y-o, Cracksman gelding. Dam 7f winner. One to note starting out in a very winnable event. Sold unraced out of the Gosden yard; no surprise were he to feature prominently.
(11) (4/1 -33%) Saxon Star	4/1(-33%)	(11) Saxon Star 4/1, Good claims on her debut third at Musselburgh but struggled in stronger 'junior' contest at Kempton next time. Promise on debut but failed to build on it at Kempton last time; this is easier.
(5) (9/2 +36%) Leader Wing	9/2(+36%)	(5) Leader Wing 9/2, 22/1, showed a bit on debut at Market Rasen 5 weeks ago. Showed some promise on last month's Market Rasen debut; capable of better.
(9) (6/1 +63%) Madam Maroon	6/1(+63%)	(9) Madam Maroon 6/1, £4,500 3-y-o, Sir Percy filly. Dam (h123), bumper/2m-2¾m hurdle winner, sister to fairly useful hurdler/chaser (stayed 2½m) Westmeath. Made frame sole start in points (Apr 20). Worth a look. Fourth of 12 in a point bumper three weeks ago; makes rules debut at a modest level.
(1) (7/1 +22%) Fujita Scale	7/1(+22%)	(1) Fujita Scale 7/1, Snow Sky gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser (stayed 25f) Themoonandsixpence. 22/1, ran in void race at Kelso last month. 22-1 for Kelso debut (race voided) last month; perhaps a longer-term prospect.
(4) (9/1 +44%) East Eagle	9/1(+44%)	(4) East Eagle 9/1, From the family of high-class hurdler/smart chase winner (stayed 21f) Sutton Place. Well held in Taunton bumper on debut last month, merely plugging on. Outpaced around Taunton on debut four weeks ago; can do better; yard also run Leader Wing.
(8) (14/1 +30%) Fancy Nancy Pants	14/1(+30%)	(8) Fancy Nancy Pants 14/1, Dylan Mouth filly. Dam fair 3m hurdle winner. Dam a winning staying hurdler; starts off at a realistic level and worth a market check.
(2) (20/1 +20%) Dartie Bay	20/1(+20%)	(2) Dartie Bay 20/1, Dartmouth gelding. Dam, little impact sole start over hurdles/in bumper, half-sister to bumper winner/fair hurdler (stayed 2¾m) Flaygray. No great appeal on paper and yard just 2-57 with bumper runners in recent seasons.
(10) (28/1 -12%) Pour Tout Le Monde	28/1(-12%)	(10) Pour Tout Le Monde 28/1, £6,000 3-y-o, Pour Moi filly. Half-sister to bumper winner/fair hurdler Scots Poet and bumper winner Rocky Hill. Dam (h123) 2m hurdle winner, also 1½m-1¾m winner on Flat. Half-sister to a couple of bumper winners but yard just 3-178 in bumpers.
(3) (40/1 +20%) Dartmhor	40/1(+20%)	(3) Dartmhor 40/1, Dartmouth gelding. Dam maiden hurdler (stayed 2½m). Dam third in bumper/2m3f hurdle; one of two newcomers for yard with a modest bumper record.

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20:40 Sedgefield NH Flat Race (Class 5) 17f Race Class Flow

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

SAXON STAR disappointed at Kempton in March but Brian Ellison's filly was narrowly denied when third on her racecourse bow at Musselburgh the previous month. With that in mind, the four-year-old can be given another chance in this company. Leader Wing and Wiltshire Wonder are entitled to improve for their debuts and should not be discounted, while any market support for Masterkey would have to be noted.

Tricky stuff with WILTSHIRE WONDER chanced in the hope he builds on his Fakenham debut. Saxon Star and newcomer Madam Maroon are a couple of the more likely types in opposition.

Wiltshire Wonder can do better on the forecast quicker ground but MASTERKEY, bred for the Flat, can make a winning debut.

Racecard Key

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Icon	Meaning
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	TomForm top stats silver rated
	Ran similar race before
S	TomForm fatstest rated speed horse, last time out
T	Top Time speeed rated
	Top Racingpost rated
	At the races watchout for
	At the races top pick
	Top rated for thet statistic

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This is the 16:15 Kempton race from the video above backed at 28/1 earlier in the day.

About U.K Horse Racing

Horse racing is a popular and historic sport in the UK, with a tradition dating back centuries. It is a multi-billion pound industry that attracts millions of spectators each year and generates significant economic activity.

There are two main types of horse racing in the UK: flat racing and jump racing. Flat racing is run on a level course and is typically shorter in distance, while jump racing involves horses jumping over obstacles and is generally longer in distance. Both types of racing are popular with spectators and bettors, and they take place at various racetracks throughout the country.

The most famous horse racing event in the UK is the Grand National, which is held annually at Aintree Racecourse in Liverpool. It is a jump racing event that is known for its challenging course and has become a national institution in the UK. Other notable horse racing events in the UK include the Derby, held at Epsom Downs Racecourse in Surrey, and the Royal Ascot, held at Ascot Racecourse in Berkshire.

Horse racing in the UK is regulated by the British Horseracing Authority (BHA), which sets rules and standards for the industry. It is responsible for the welfare of racehorses and the safety of jockeys and trainers, as well as ensuring fair and transparent racing practices.

In addition to its economic and cultural importance, horse racing in the UK also plays a significant role in the breeding and training of thoroughbred horses. Many of the world's top thoroughbreds are bred and trained in the UK, and the industry plays a vital role in the preservation and promotion of the breed.

Overall, horse racing is an integral part of British culture and a major contributor to the country's economy. It is a thrilling and exciting sport that continues to attract a loyal following and generate significant interest from spectators and bettors around the world.

Tomform Friday 10th May 2024

Races & Results Friday 10th May 2024

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13:30 Chester Handicap (Class 2) 8f Race Class Flow

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13:40 Market Rasen Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 17f Race Class Flow

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13:50 Ascot Handicap (Class 2) 7f Race Class Flow

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14:05 Chester Maiden (Class 2) 12f Race Class Flow

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14:10 Market Rasen Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 17f Race Class Flow

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14:20 Ascot Maiden (Class 2) 5f Race Class Flow

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14:35 Chester Handicap (Class 2) 10f Race Class Flow

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14:40 Market Rasen Handicap Chase (Class 5) 21f Race Class Flow

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14:55 Ascot Maiden (Class 4) 10f Race Class Flow

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15:05 Chester Group 2 (Class 1) 10f Race Class Flow

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15:15 Market Rasen Handicap Hurdle (Class 3) 23f Race Class Flow

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15:30 Ascot Handicap (Class 3) 6f Race Class Flow

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15:40 Chester Handicap (Class 2) 19f Race Class Flow

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15:50 Market Rasen Handicap Chase (Class 3) 24f Race Class Flow

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16:00 Ascot Handicap (Class 4) 6f Race Class Flow

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16:05 Cork Maiden 5f Race Speed Rating Flow

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16:15 Chester Handicap (Class 2) 19f Race Class Flow

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16:25 Market Rasen Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 21f Race Class Flow

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16:35 Ascot Handicap (Class 4) 8f Race Class Flow

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16:40 Cork Listed 6f Race Speed Rating Flow

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16:50 Chester Handicap (Class 4) 12f Race Class Flow

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17:00 Market Rasen Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 21f Race Class Flow

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17:05 Downpatrick Maiden Hurdle 22f Race Speed Rating Flow

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17:10 Ascot Handicap (Class 4) 16f Race Class Flow

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17:15 Cork Maiden 6f Race Speed Rating Flow