1 Tuesday 14th May 2024 UK Horse Racing Speed Ratings & Tips

There were 34 Races on Tuesday 14th May 2024 across 5 meetings. There was 7 races at Southwell, 7 races at Beverley, 7 races at Killarney, 6 races at Ayr, 7 races at Chepstow, no doubt Tomform helped you find a winner.

14:15 Beverley Stakes (Class 5) 5f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
4 1st (4) (5/2 +69%) Moving Force	2.5 5/2(+69%)	(4) Moving Force 5/2, Foaled March 2. Mehmas colt. Half-brother to useful 2-y-o 6f/7f winner New Definition. Dam 2-y-o 5f winner. Enough in his pedigree to make him well worth monitoring in the market on debut.
7 2nd (7) (28/1 -75%) Nad Alshiba Snow	28 28/1(-75%)	(7) Nad Alshiba Snow 28/1, Foaled February 14. €25,000 foal, €50,000 yearling, Oasis Dream filly. Half-sister to 1m winner Deverell. Stable had a winning 2yo newcomer last month, but normally they are better for a run.
5 3rd (5) (9/2 +31%) Rajeteriat	4.5 9/2(+31%)	(5) Rajeteriat 9/2, Foaled March 16. Mehmas colt. Dam 5f winner (including at 2 yrs) out of 7f/1m winner Conversational, half-sister to smart winner up to 1¼m Road To Love. 9/2, third of 6 in minor event at Southwell (5f) on debut 15 days ago. Open to progress. Third of six on his Southwell debut; probably needed to improve if he is to take this.
1 4th (1) (6/4 +0%) Assertively	1.5 6/4(+0%)	(1) Assertively 6/4, Foaled February 6. 75,000 gns yearling, Acclamation colt. Dam unraced, closely related to smart 7f-9f winner (including Grade 1 winner in South Africa) Queen Supreme. 2/1, won 7-runner minor event at Ripon (5f, heavy) on debut 17 days ago. Should improve and highly respected. 7lb penalty for winning on soft ground at Ripon, but the stiffer track should suit; player.
6 5th (6) (10/1 +0%) Symbol Of Strength	10 10/1(+0%)	(6) Symbol Of Strength 10/1, Foaled February 3. £100,000 yearling, Kodiac colt. Dam twice-raced, half-sister to useful winner up to 8.6f Firebird Song. Stable does have winning 2yo newcomers (including this month) so he's worth a market check.
3 6th (3) (13/2 -136%) East Tyrone	6.5 13/2(-136%)	(3) East Tyrone 13/2, Foaled January 8. £60,000 yearling, Mehmas colt. Dam twice-raced half-sister to useful 2-y-o 6f winner Vital Statistics out of useful winner up to 5f (including at 2 yrs) Emerald Peace. 10/3, promising second of 4 in maiden at Doncaster (5f, good to soft) on debut 12 days ago. May well do better. Second of four on Doncaster debut; more needed but the stiffer track should suit.
2 7th (2) (50/1 -52%) Barmyblade	50 50/1(-52%)	(2) Barmyblade 50/1, Foaled March 25. Kodiac colt. Dam winner up to 11f (2-y-o 1m winner) out of sister to smart French performer up to 9f San Marino Grey. 7½ lengths fourth of 7 to Assertively in minor event at Ripon (5f, heavy, 25/1) on debut 17 days ago. Needs a big step forward. Around 8l behind Assertively on Ripon debut; 7lb better off but a stiff task.
8 8th (8) (150/1 -355%) Nellie Scobie	150 150/1(-355%)	(8) Nellie Scobie 150/1, Foaled April 27. Bungle Inthejungle filly. Half-sister to 7f winner Smooth Spirit. Dam 6f winner (including at 2 yrs). Winning newcomers from stable are very rare; best watched unless market suggests otherwise.

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14:15 Beverley Stakes (Class 5) 5f Race Class Flow

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

As a son of Mehmas, EAST TYRONE should enjoy quick ground and he looks the one to beat if building upon a highly encouraging debut effort when second at Doncaster. Kevin Ryan's colt is narrowly preferred to Ripon scorer Assertively, who has a 7lb penalty to overcome for that determined success, while Rajeteriat is another open to improvement after a promising first-time-out performance at Southwell.

ASSERTIVELY created a good impression on winning debut at Ripon and may well be up to defying his penalty. East Tyrone and Rajeteriat have a similar chance in receipt of weight after their promising debuts and head up the dangers.

The choice is ASSERTIVELY despite a 7lb penalty for his narrow Ripon debut success and likely different ground conditions.

14:30 Southwell Handicap Chase (Class 5) 20f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
5 1st (5) (8/1 -60%) Big Bee Hive	8 8/1(-60%)	(5) Big Bee Hive 8/1, Hurdles winner in Ireland and perfect start over fences when scoring at Sedgefield (19.3f, heavy) in February. Jumping wasn't so slick when beaten favourite upped to 21f at the same course next time but an even bigger concern here is the drying ground. A win and a second to an improver on his two chase starts; headgear back on; a possible.
1 2nd (1) (4/5 +54%) Happy Du Mesnil	0.8 4/5(+54%)	(1) Happy Du Mesnil 4/5, Maiden hurdler who didn't entirely convince initially over fences but got his act together, not least in the jumping department, when scoring over this C&D (good) in good style last week. Obvious claims under a penalty. Off the mark for new yard with 10l win over C&D last week; should go well with his penalty.
7 3rd (7) (9/2 +0%) Benny Silver	4.5 9/2(+0%)	(7) Benny Silver 9/2, Remains a maiden following 10 starts overall but has finished second or third on 8 occasions, including on each of his 3 starts at up to 21f in this sphere. This step back up in trip looks a good move (tapped for toe when third over 2m at Hereford when last seen in January) and he's a key player. 0-10; placed all three starts over fences, notably when 3rd over 2m5f on good; chance.
3 4th (3) (18/1 -80%) Hattons Gardens	18 18/1(-80%)	(3) Hattons Gardens 18/1, Winner of fifth start between the flags and posted arguably his best effort under Rules to date when fourth in a 15-runner handicap hurdle at Hexham last spring. However, little impact both subsequent starts and improvement needed now sent chasing. 3m Irish point winner; patchy form hurdling; headgear back on; bit to prove on chase debut.
8 5th (8) (25/1 -150%) Honneur De Sivola	25 25/1(-150%)	(8) Honneur De Sivola 25/1, Point winner who has found just one too good on 4 of his 7 starts over fences. Still, finding at least one too good does appear to be something of a habit for him (0-10 under Rules) and he again looks vulnerable for win purposes. Winning Irish pointer; several fair efforts over fences; conditions suit; interesting.
6 6th (6) (10/1 +17%) Nimbus Boy	10 10/1(+17%)	(6) Nimbus Boy 10/1, Switch to handicap company/addition of a tongue tie did the trick at Hereford where he opened his hurdles account in January. However, has followed that with a series of lesser efforts and will need to raise his game now tackling fences. Not at his best since hurdle win in January (good to soft); bit to prove now chasing.
2 7th (2) (12/1 -118%) Tellmesomethingood	12 12/1(-118%)	(2) Tellmesomethingood 12/1, Low-mileage 6-y-o who was narrowly denied in a 2m Plumpton handicap hurdle in December. Has failed to build on that since (underwent a wind op following latest start) but would have a chance if able to get back on track now switched to fences in first-time cheekpieces. 0-9 over hurdles; fair run last time; wind op since; headgear added for chase debut.
9 8th (9) (66/1 -450%) Caro Des Flos	66 66/1(-450%)	(9) Caro Des Flos 66/1, Took advantage of a career-low mark to end a long losing run in handicap chase at Market Rasen in November. Followed up off 8 lb higher there next time but the wheels came off up a further 8 lb back from a break at Hereford last month, albeit he did look rusty that day. Below par latest but two wins earlier last season; conditions suit but up in the weights.
4 \|PU\| (4) (50/1 -52%) Champagne Town	50 50/1(-52%)	(4) Champagne Town 50/1, Produced a couple of decent efforts around this time last year but very little to shout about in 3 starts since returning from a break/wind op in September. Chase debut. Won Irish point; best hurdles run when 2nd here last May; poor form since; chase debut.

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14:30 Southwell Handicap Chase (Class 5) 20f Race Class Flow

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

Oliver Greenall and Josh Guerriero have their string in fine fettle at present and HAPPY DU MESNIL gets the vote to back up last week's C&D victory. A sounder surface appeared to bring about the improvement required and it wouldn't be a surprise if the seven-year-old had a bit more to offer over the larger obstacles. Benny Silver has shown a consistent level of form in three chase starts and has to enter calculations along with Big Bee Hive.

The obvious starting point is HAPPY DU MESNIL, who jumped with greater accuracy than in his three previous chase starts when scoring over C&D last week. He is taken to follow up under a penalty, most likely at thge chief expense of Benny Silver. It'll be interesting to see how Tellmesomethingood shapes up in the betting ahead of this chase debut, while Big Bee Hive has decent enough form claims but the drying ground is a worry where he is concerned.

The selection is BENNY SILVER who returns after a break with his stable in fine form. The penalised Happy Du Mesnil is next best.

14:45 Beverley Seller (Class 6) 5f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
2 1st (2) (4/9 +71%) Lochaber	0.444444 4/9(+71%)	(2) Lochaber 4/9, Fair performer who, equipped with first-time cheekpieces (retained here) settled much better reverting to leading when second of 8 in handicap (13/2) at Doncaster (6f, good to soft) 12 days ago, clear of rest. Has good chance on form. Has gone close in two of his last four starts (clear of the third last time); major player.
3 2nd (3) (7/1 +22%) Ninety Nine	7 7/1(+22%)	(3) Ninety Nine 7/1, Maiden winner for Richard Fahey last June who is yet to scale same heights for present yard, third of 4 in handicap (18/1) at Wolverhampton (5.1f) 13 days ago. Ease in class rates a plus now at least. Hamilton winner last summer, but modest so far for this yard; more needed.
6 3rd (6) (33/1 +0%) Grid Iron Maiden	33 33/1(+0%)	(6) Grid Iron Maiden 33/1, Cheekpieces on for 1st time, ninth of 11 in handicap at Southwell (5f, 25/1) 49 days ago, dropping away inside final 1f. Tongue strap on 1st time. Others preferred. Encouraging return at Newcastle in February, but not built on it; tongue-tie on.
9 4th (9) (8/1 -167%) Vanity Pays	8 8/1(-167%)	(9) Vanity Pays 8/1, Fair filly. Below form fourth of 8 in handicap (25/1) at Pontefract (6f, heavy) 22 days ago, doing too much too soon. Blinkers back on and good claims on these terms if she can leave that effort in her wake. Favoured by the race conditions, but below form in recent starts and is now 0-12.
1 5th (1) (11/2 -38%) Better	5.5 11/2(-38%)	(1) Better 11/2, Fair gelding. Winner at Wolverhampton in December. Tongue strap on for 1st time, seventh of 10 in handicap at Southwell (6.1f, 9/2) 49 days ago. Changed hands for 5,500 gns since and not discounted down in grade. Won in emphatic fashion on AW in December; stable debut and still to prove himself on turf.
5 6th (5) (25/1 +24%) Askim	25 25/1(+24%)	(5) Askim 25/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 33/1, seventh of 10 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f) 31 days ago. Significantly back down in trip and she's hard to fancy. Hasn't finished within 9l of the winner in four starts; leap of faith required.
7 7th (7) (28/1 -27%) Lazareti	28 28/1(-27%)	(7) Lazareti 28/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Last of 9 in nursery at Musselburgh (5f, good to soft, 10/1) in September, left behind over 1f out and eased last ½f. Absent since and improvement needed if she's to feature. Third of five at Pontefract last August, but well held in both nurseries; off eight months.
8 8th (8) (200/1 -300%) Thea Bell	200 200/1(-300%)	(8) Thea Bell 200/1, Outstrip filly who has yet to beat a rival in pair of novice events at up to 6f this spring. Looks up against it even allowing for the drop in class. Has finished a well-beaten last in both starts in novices; hard to make a case for.
4 9th (4) (150/1 -650%) Profitable Dreams	150 150/1(-650%)	(4) Profitable Dreams 150/1, Winner at Chepstow for Alice Haynes 12 months ago but failed to beat a rival in 3 starts for present stable thereafter and she's likely best watched on return from 7 months off. Chepstow winner a year ago, but finished last in all four starts since; off eight months.

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14:45 Beverley Seller (Class 6) 5f Race Class Flow

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

A maiden after nine starts, this looks as good an opportunity as any for LOCHABER to get off the mark, following a strong runner-up effort over 6f in a Doncaster handicap. Dropping back in trip should not inconvenience him and it may be Better who gives him the most to think about on his first run for the Paul Midgley stable. Vanity Pays has taken her time to settle on these shores, but her most recent effort at Pontefract gave hope that there could be improvement forthcoming.

LOCHABER looked well suited reverting back to leading when runner-up behind a thriving sort at Doncaster (6f) recently, and with the return to the minimum trip holding no fears, he looks a big player down in grade with the cheekpieces retained. Vanity Pays holds good claims on these terms if bouncing back down in class, with Better, on debut for Paul Midgley, also entering calculations.

Preference is for LOCHABER who didn't do much wrong when narrowly beaten in a Doncaster handicap (first two clear) 12 days ago.

15:00 Southwell Handicap Chase (Class 4) 24f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
12 1st (12) (13/2 +35%) Jessie Lightfoot	6.5 13/2(+35%)	(12) Jessie Lightfoot 13/2, As good as ever when scoring at Taunton (26f) last month and unsuited by the race developed when third at Ffos Las (23.8f) 7 days ago, finishing with running left. Should continue in form. Finished well for Taunton win two starts ago but probably needs a career-best effort here.
1 2nd (1) (6/1 +57%) James Jet	6 6/1(+57%)	(1) James Jet 6/1, Winning pointer who showed benefit of a wind op when landing handicaps over hurdles/fences during the winter. Seen just 3 times since the turn of the year and didn't fare all that well when seventh of 9 in handicap chase at Ludlow (23.8f) 3 weeks ago. Cheekpieces go on now. Game winner on chase debut in December but not much has gone to plan since.
2 3rd (2) (8/1 +0%) Bbold	8 8/1(+0%)	(2) Bbold 8/1, Dual course winner who is a fair chaser nowadays and his latest Taunton third confirms he still has plenty to offer, travelling best before tiring late on. Possibly made his effort earlier than ideal then and worth considering eased back in trip. In the frame all three starts for this stable and runs this track very well; shortlisted.
13 4th (13) (11/1 +31%) Est Illic	11 11/1(+31%)	(13) Est Illic 11/1, Pair of 2m wins at the end of 2020 and whilst he's drawn a blank since, did go close to ending the drought at Huntingdon (23.6f) 3 weeks ago, collared close home. Should be thereabouts again but others preferred for win purposes. Ran big race in defeat at Huntingdon last month but effectively 6lb higher here.
8 5th (8) (16/1 -60%) Noche Negra	16 16/1(-60%)	(8) Noche Negra 16/1, Bright start over fences when winning handicaps at Catterick/here earlier this year. However, he's run well below that level both starts since and visor needs to have positive effect now upped in trip. Dual chase winner in early 2024 (2m3f/2m4f); flopped last time; still low mileage.
9 \|PU\| (9) (5/1 -25%) Coniston Clouds	5 5/1(-25%)	(9) Coniston Clouds 5/1, Hurdles winner last spring and struck at first time of asking over fences at Catterick (19.2f) in November. Took a nasty fall next time but confirmed himself still one to be interested in when third at Ayr (20.5f) in March. Unexposed at this trip and shortlisted. Lightly raced 8yo; took well to fences last season and is unexposed over 3m; good chance.
5 \|PU\| (5) (10/1 -100%) Rostello	10 10/1(-100%)	(5) Rostello 10/1, Not straightforward but put it all together under a good ride when winning 4-runner C&D handicap 6 weeks ago, leading 4 out and quickening clear. Whether he'll be in the same form here in questionable, however. Won four-runner C&D event last month and now 6-31 over fences; enters calculations.
11 \|PU\| (11) (11/4 +45%) Jeteye	2.75 11/4(+45%)	(11) Jeteye 11/4, Runner-up on completed start in points and promise over hurdles, best effort to date when second of 13 on C&D handicap debut 3 weeks ago. Feasible to think he can do better again now tackling larger obstacles. Second over hurdles here last month (heavily backed); now makes chasing debut.
10 \|PU\| (10) (11/1 +21%) Love Actually	11 11/1(+21%)	(10) Love Actually 11/1, Hurdles/chase winner who confirmed himself back in better form faced with stiffish task when fourth of 7 in handicap chase at Taunton (23f) in February. This more suitable back from a break and she's now operating 6 lb below last winning mark. Did not hit top gear during light campaign last season but eases in grade today.
6 \|PU\| (6) (33/1 -200%) Shanty Alley	33 33/1(-200%)	(6) Shanty Alley 33/1, Sixteen runs since last win in 2021 and he hard a hard race when finishing last of 3 in handicap chase at Uttoxeter (24f, heavy, 10/3) 38 days ago. Blinkers on 1st time but percentage call to look elsewhere. Seems badly to have lost his way this year; needs good boost from today's headgear switch.
7 \|PU\| (7) (50/1 -456%) Glengeever	50 50/1(-456%)	(7) Glengeever 50/1, Point winner/dual winner over hurdles who made most of good opportunity when landing 2-runner Exeter novice chase (24.2f) in October. Absent/undergone wind surgery since but more on his plate returned to handicaps following 7 months off. Not seen since winning a match race in October but resumes on a good mark.
3 \|PU\| (3) (50/1 -150%) Atakan	50 50/1(-150%)	(3) Atakan 50/1, Dual winner at Plumpton for Joe Tizzard during 2022/23 campaign but very lightly raced since and not got near that level in trio of starts for present stable in recent months. Cheekpieces added to usual tongue tie and comes here on the back of wind surgery. Tough to assess. Pulled up on last two outings; had recent wind op; cheekpieces now added.

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15:00 Southwell Handicap Chase (Class 4) 24f Race Class Flow

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

JESSIE LIGHTFOOT scored off a 4lb lower mark at Taunton on her penultimate start and has similar conditions in her favour in her attempt to get back to winning ways. Glengeever was last seen taking a match contest at Exeter in October and a subsequent wind operation might aid his cause further. Others for the shortlist include Noche Negra and Coniston Clouds.

CONISTON CLOUDS showed no ill effects of a heavy fall when finishing a good third over fences at Ayr (20.5f) in March and, still unexposed in this sphere/including at this longer trip, he earns the vote to confirm himself on a handy mark. Bbold ran a solid race when third at Taunton last time and he's a danger eased back down in trip. Love Actually and chase-debutant Jeteye are others to consider.

After a promising start to his chasing career at about 2m4f last season, CONISTON CLOUDS could have untapped potential over 3m.

15:15 Beverley Handicap (Class 5) 5f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
4 (4) (11/2 +0%) Ghathanfar	5.5 11/2(+0%)	(4) Ghathanfar 11/2, Nineteen runs since last win in 2022 but he starts this campaign on an attractive mark as a result and returned from 7 months off with creditable third of 9 in handicap at Windsor (6f, good to firm, 10/3) 22 days ago. One to bear in mind. Engaged 4.47 Catterick Monday. Losing run up to 20; something to prove back at 5f; in good form, though, pipped yesterday.
5 1st (5) (10/1 -82%) Emeralds Pride	10 10/1(-82%)	(5) Emeralds Pride 10/1, C&D winner who thrived during the second half of last year, showing a good attitude when completing the hat-trick in 14-runner handicap at Redcar (5f, good) in September. Yard's runners have largely been better for a run so far this term but worth noting if the market speaks in her favour. Completed a hat-trick at the end of last season; has won fresh before; respected.
10 2nd (10) (17/2 +47%) Mattella	8.5 17/2(+47%)	(10) Mattella 17/2, 5/1, bit below form seventh of 13 in handicap at Thirsk (6f, heavy) 35 days ago, weakening over 1f out. Remains early days, including on turf but she does need to step up to play a lead role here. 0-6 and hard to know what she will make of the likely different conditions.
2 3rd (2) (10/3 +52%) Thankuappreciate	3.333333 10/3(+52%)	(2) Thankuappreciate 10/3, Twelve runs since last win in 2022. Bit below form fourth of 13 in handicap (8/1) at Thirsk (6f, heavy) 24 days ago, keeping on when edging right inside final 1f. Not taken lightly. Consistent despite a record of 1-16; ran well on return but 6f may suit him better now.
9 4th (9) (11/2 +31%) Burj Malinka	5.5 11/2(+31%)	(9) Burj Malinka 11/2, Latest win at Thirsk in April. Creditable third of 7 in handicap at Hamilton (6f, good to soft, 3/1) 9 days ago. Should give another good account. Running well since returned to turf, but ground faster than good may not be ideal.
1 5th (1) (4/1 +20%) Digital	4 4/1(+20%)	(1) Digital 4/1, Winner of a Kempton claimer (6f) for Karl Burke in October and best effort since joining present yard when third of 6 in handicap at Wetherby (5.5f, soft, 8/1) 16 days ago. Has fallen a long way in the weights if he can build on that here back down in grade. Still 1lb lower than when successful on the AW last October and respected down in grade.
3 6th (3) (6/1 -9%) Maharajas Express	6 6/1(-9%)	(3) Maharajas Express 6/1, Latest win at Bath in April. 9/2, good third of 13 in handicap at Bath (5.7f, soft) 16 days ago. Encounters quicker ground here but not discounted in present groove. Has done well since returned to turf, but good or faster ground would be a question mark.
8 7th (8) (6/1 +40%) J R Cavagin	6 6/1(+40%)	(8) J R Cavagin 6/1, C&D winner. 12/1, possibly needed the run when seventh of 12 in handicap at Newcastle (5f) 18 days ago. Return to this sounder surface rates a plus and better showing likely. Probably needed last month's return but still 5lb higher than for last autumn's Redcar win.
7 8th (7) (28/1 -40%) Athollblair Boy	28 28/1(-40%)	(7) Athollblair Boy 28/1, Veteran who added another pair of victories to his tally at Newcastle earlier this year. Winning run ended when sixth of 8 in handicap back at that venue in March though, and others preferred back on turf. Just 3-55 on turf so he makes little appeal under these conditions..
6 9th (6) (18/1 -50%) Masterclass	18 18/1(-50%)	(6) Masterclass 18/1, 7/4, creditable second of 6 in handicap at Southwell (5f) 35 days ago, nearest finish. First run for yard after leaving David Simcock. On turf for the first time since August; 6f may suit better and drawn wide; stable debut.

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15:15 Beverley Handicap (Class 5) 5f Race Class Flow

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

A determined winner over C&D last August to form the second leg of a hat-trick, EMERALDS PRIDE is taken to begin this season the way she ended the last. A mark of 68 still looks manageable and on ground that should suit, she may have too much for Maharajas Express and Thankuappreciate, who was something of an eyecatcher at Thirsk when slowly away before running on late for fourth.

DIGITAL produced his best effort to date for Ruth Carr from his sliding mark when third at Wetherby 16 days ago and from a handy draw, he could be worth chancing to build on that returned to the minimum trip. Ghathanfar (engaged to run at Catterick on Monday) lurks on a very handy mark and is feared. Burj Malinka and Emeralds Pride complete the shortlist.

Preference is for DIGITAL who ran his best race since joining Ruth Carr at Wetherby last time. He could take another step forward.

15:30 Southwell NH Flat Race (Class 5) 16f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
2 (2) (16/1 +36%) King Roly	16 16/1(+36%)	(2) King Roly 16/1, Out of a bumper winner and showed a bit to work on when fifth at Hereford 175 days ago, Not seen since and needs to take a marked step forward. Stayed on for modest fifth on debut at Hereford in November; not seen again since.
1 1st (1) (11/1 +45%) J J Moon	11 11/1(+45%)	(1) J J Moon 11/1, Hinted at ability when fifth in a Wincanton bumper but failed to build on it at Kempton next time. Has been off 3 months. Made quite encouraging debut in December but was never involved on second start.
10 2nd (10) (10/1 +38%) Barrabool	10 10/1(+38%)	(10) Barrabool 10/1, Just poor form in a couple of bumpers to date, fifth at Uttoxeter on latest, and unlikely to be heavily involved. Not beaten far in soft-ground bumpers at Chepstow and Uttoxeter this spring; e-w claims.
9 3rd (9) (3/1 -50%) Moorsbrook	3 3/1(-50%)	(9) Moorsbrook 3/1, Stepped up markedly from her debut wehn third at a huge price in 18-runner event at Cheltenham and that piece of form sets the standard if she's able to repeat it. Definite player. Creditable third of 18 in good-quality mares' race at Cheltenham last month; big player.
8 4th (8) (17/2 +29%) Woodythewoodpecker	8.5 17/2(+29%)	(8) Woodythewoodpecker 17/2, €20,000 3-y-o, Doyen gelding. Half-brother to 3 winners, including useful hurdler/smart chaser Robin des Foret and fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser Port Melon, stayed 3½m. Likely to need further but worth a market check. From a very good jumping family; well worth considering on debut.
11 5th (11) (11/2 +21%) Hot Goddess	5.5 11/2(+21%)	(11) Hot Goddess 11/2, Much improved from debut when third of 7 over C&D 40 days ago, keeping on well close home. One to consider for all that she needs to step forward again. Well beaten on debut but stayed on for 66-1 third over C&D (heavy) last month.
6 6th (6) (5/1 -166%) Yakaleo	5 5/1(-166%)	(6) Yakaleo 5/1, Out of a winning hurdler/chaser and offered plenty of encouragement when third at Musselburgh on debut. Only sixth at Ayr next time but has had a break since and now tried in a hood, so could get back on track. Disappointing favourite on second start but can still build upon very promising debut.
3 7th (3) (10/3 +67%) Slide Rule	3.333333 10/3(+67%)	(3) Slide Rule 10/3, Champs Elysees gelding. Dam, bumper winner, half-sister to useful chaser (stayed 3m) Coningsby. One to note on debut. Wears tongue strap. Makes plenty of appeal on paper for a yard that does well in this sphere. First foal; dam bumper winner, half-sister to useful chaser Coningsby; market may guide.
7 8th (7) (80/1 -21%) Neptune House	80 80/1(-21%)	(7) Neptune House 80/1, £20,000 3-y-o, Elusive Pimpernel gelding. Dam (c111) 2m-25f chase winner. Likely to need more time. Out of a hunter chase/prolific point winner; might be one for further down the line.
5 9th (5) (25/1 -150%) Suivez Moi	25 25/1(-150%)	(5) Suivez Moi 25/1, From a good family but failed to beat a rival at Wetherby 101 days ago and now triied in a tongue strap. Quite well backed on debut but dropped out tamely as though something was amiss.
4 10th (4) (40/1 -100%) Spanish Buttons	40 40/1(-100%)	(4) Spanish Buttons 40/1, Spanish Moon gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to useful hurdler/smart chaser (stayed 21f) Lady Buttons. Worth monitoring in the betting. First foal from unraced half-sister to smart and prolific bumper/jumps winner Lady Buttons.

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15:30 Southwell NH Flat Race (Class 5) 16f Race Class Flow

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

SLIDE RULE represents a stable that does well in bumpers and the five-year-old, who is related to some useful performers, makes plenty of appeal on paper. Moorsbrook defied her 250/1 odds when third in a Cheltenham bumper last month and a repeat of that effort would see her enter the reckoning. Yakaleo may benefit from the application of a hood having taken a step backwards after his close-up debut third.

MOORSBROOK left her debut form well behind when third in a better race than this at Cheltenham last time and she's capable of opening her account if in the same form. Yakaleo is a threat and Slide Rule is the best of the newcomers on paper.

Preference is for MOORSBROOK, who displayed huge improvement when a commendable third at massive odds at Cheltenham last month.

15:45 Beverley Handicap (Class 5) 5f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
3 1st (3) (8/1 +20%) Bella Kopella	8 8/1(+20%)	(3) Bella Kopella 8/1, C&D winner. Latest win at Newcastle in March. 15/2, last of 8 in handicap at Doncaster (6f, soft) 17 days ago, possibly unsuited by conditions. Better showing anticipated returned to this quicker ground. Suited by this C&D, winning in July and and a close 3rd later; higher in weights now.
1 2nd (1) (12/1 -50%) Dandy Dinmont	12 12/1(-50%)	(1) Dandy Dinmont 12/1, Twelve runs since last win in 2022. 4/1, eighth of 10 in handicap at Newcastle (5f) in October, no extra final 1f. Eased further in the weights ahead of his return to action and the market should guide. In the frame in all four C&D starts; quick out of the blocks in 2023; weighted to go well.
8 3rd (8) (5/1 -11%) Herakles	5 5/1(-11%)	(8) Herakles 5/1, Latest win at Newcastle in January. 7/2, respectable third of 8 in handicap at Pontefract (5f, heavy) 22 days ago, no extra inside final 1f. Can give another good account for all his mark is probably about right. Two AW wins; 0-8 on turf but possibilities for yard that's won 3 of the last 5 runnings.
10 4th (10) (50/1 -79%) Opal Storm	50 50/1(-79%)	(10) Opal Storm 50/1, Improved to spring a 66/1 surprise in 10-runner handicap at Carlisle (5f, good to firm) in September. Far from disgraced on final 2 starts last term but possibly best watched returning from 7 months off. Won the 2nd of just 4 handicaps, over 5f on good to firm; off since September; new yard.
5 5th (5) (11/1 -144%) Fortunate Star	11 11/1(-144%)	(5) Fortunate Star 11/1, Looked rejuvenated by refitting of blinkers when winning 8-runner handicap at Catterick (5f, good, 13/2) 14 days ago, well on top finish. More on his plate back up in class from widest draw but he can't be discounted. Clear 5f winner latest; back up 5lb from widest draw on stiffer track than he's used to.
7 6th (7) (14/1 -17%) Never This Way	14 14/1(-17%)	(7) Never This Way 14/1, Maiden who stepped up on reappearance/yard debut effort when sixth of 12 in handicap at Newcastle (5f) 18 days ago. Just as effective on turf and she's another who is steadily easing in the weights. Maiden; twice went close for W Haggas in 2023; well held for new yard; dropping in weights.
4 7th (4) (10/3 +17%) Sound Reason	3.333333 10/3(+17%)	(4) Sound Reason 10/3, C&D winner. First run since leaving Kevin Ryan/after 6 months off when fourth of 8 in handicap at Pontefract (5f, heavy, 7/2) 22 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. Now below last winning mark and worth considering. Two C&D wins for previous yard; 4lb lower than the latest of them last July.
6 8th (6) (22/1 -120%) Zuffolo	22 22/1(-120%)	(6) Zuffolo 22/1, Latest win at Newcastle in November. Ninth of 12 in handicap back at that venue (5f) 18 days ago, weakening 1f out. Needs to hit the ground running returned to turf. Respectable C&D form; might prefer an easier 5f; 4lb lower than latest turf win last May.
9 9th (9) (14/1 -40%) Havagomecca	14 14/1(-40%)	(9) Havagomecca 14/1, 6-y-o mare who has gained each of her last 2 victories at Musselburgh, latterly this time last year. Shaped as if better for the run when seventh of 10 in handicap at Ayr (5f, good) on return 12 days ago and she won second time out last term. Has C&D form and versatile regarding the ground; on a good mark now; likely player.
2 10th (2) (5/2 +79%) Ey Up It's Maggie	2.5 5/2(+79%)	(2) Ey Up It's Maggie 5/2, Scored twice with give underfoot last season, latterly at Ripon (5f) in August. Not seen to best effect either start on turf this spring on account of track position and the handicapper is steadily easing his grip. Not one to write off. Has gone close in two of her three C&D starts but well held in two turf starts this year.

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15:45 Beverley Handicap (Class 5) 5f Race Class Flow

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

SOUND REASON made a promising enough start for David O'Meara when fourth at Pontefract, shaping as if he would benefit from the outing. The six-year-old arrives 4lb lower than his last victory, which came over C&D, so it wouldn't be a major surprise if he reversed last month's form with Herakles, who finished one place ahead and had fitness on his side. Bella Kopella could have been inconvenienced by soft ground at Doncaster and is worth another chance, while Fortunate Star defied a slow start to win at Catterick, although a 5lb rise makes life tougher.

A winner from a 4 lb higher mark over C&D last summer, SOUND REASON ought to be sharper for his reappearance/yard debut effort at Pontefract 3 weeks ago and with the headgear refitted, he could well be worth siding with to take a step forward. Catterick-scorer Fortunate Star and Haveagomecca are others to consider, along with Herakles.

This can go to SOUND REASON who is on a handy mark for new connections and is a dual C&D winner. Herakles can be next best.

16:00 Southwell NH Flat Race (Class 5) 16f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
7 (7) (9/1 +10%) Chattamento	9 9/1(+10%)	(7) Chattamento 9/1, Stepped up on her debut and shaped better than the result when fourth at Fakenham (made effort out wide) last time. Could take another step forward. Close fourth at Fakenham last month but probably needs to improve again here.
10 1st (10) (8/1 -33%) St Irene	8 8/1(-33%)	(10) St Irene 8/1, Malinas filly. Dam (h111), 17f-2¾m hurdle winner, half-sister to bumper winner (stayed 3m over hurdles) Seren Rouge out of useful hurdler/fairly useful chaser (winner up to 25f) Bayrouge. Out of a fair 2m1f/2m6f hurdle winner; trainer does pretty well in bumpers.
3 2nd (3) (2/1 +27%) Mountain Mike	2 2/1(+27%)	(3) Mountain Mike 2/1, Mount Nelson gelding. Half-brother to 3 winners, including fair hurdler Southport and fair staying hurdler/chase winner Chu Chu Percy. Interesting Rules newcomer. Placed on Irish point debut a year ago; new stable does well in bumpers.
6 3rd (6) (15/2 +38%) Kashchei	7.5 15/2(+38%)	(6) Kashchei 15/2, £10,000 3-y-o, Telescope gelding. Half-brother to bumper winner/fair chaser Do You Think. Dam (c110/h130) 2m-2¾m hurdle/chase winner (stayed 3m), also 16.5f winner on Flat. Interesting on paper. Out of a Flat/useful jumps winner; stable has bumper winners; could have a say.
2 4th (2) (4/1 -33%) Land Of Moon	4 4/1(-33%)	(2) Land Of Moon 4/1, Backed and shaped encouragingly first time up under a ride of exaggerated patience in Lingfield AW bumper in December and, while he disappointed at Doncaster next time, he can get back on track faced with a quicker surface after 4 months off. Safely held in big field on second outing but debut third at Lingfield was promising.
5 5th (5) (15/2 +6%) Jukebox Joker	7.5 15/2(+6%)	(5) Jukebox Joker 15/2, €14,000 3-y-o, Jukebox Jury gelding. Brother to bumper winner Star Walking, and half-brother to 3 winners, including fairly useful hurdler/chaser Uptown Harry. Dam unraced. One to note if the market speaks in his favour. Half-brother to useful Irish jumper Dont Kick Nor Bite; well worth a glance in the betting.
1 6th (1) (28/1 -12%) Grenardier	28 28/1(-12%)	(1) Grenardier 28/1, Bred for further and looked more one for the longer term when sixth at Exeter on debut 25 days ago. Others are more appealing. Beaten about 21l when 33-1 for last month's debut at Exeter.
8 7th (8) (6/1 +14%) Cyclonic	6 6/1(+14%)	(8) Cyclonic 6/1, Showed more than first time up when third of 7 in bumper at Fakenham (16f, good to soft) just over 6 weeks ago, staying on gradually straight. Will need to improve again. Ran on well to snatch third at Fakenham last month but this race looks stronger.
9 8th (9) (22/1 -214%) Dartmouth Rose	22 22/1(-214%)	(9) Dartmouth Rose 22/1, Dartmouth filly. Dam (c101/h110) 3m/25f hurdle winner. Not an obvious sort on paper. Dam fair staying hurdler for these connections; trainer has good bumper strike-rate.
4 9th (4) (40/1 -21%) Threeandahalf	40 40/1(-21%)	(4) Threeandahalf 40/1, Related to a point winner but didn't offer a great deal at Ayr 6 months ago and others are more persuasive. In rear throughout when 25-1 for debut at Ayr in November.

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16:00 Southwell NH Flat Race (Class 5) 16f Race Class Flow

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

CYCLONIC showed marked improvement from her first to her second start when staying on well late in the piece for third at Fakenham last month. Tom Weston's filly can uphold form with Chattamento (fourth), who admittedly has a very narrow margin to make up, while Land Of Moon has strong claims if bouncing back to the form of his debut third at Lingfield. Mountain Mike and St Irene look to be the pick of the newcomers.

JUKEBOX JOKER is related to several winners, including a bumper winner, and the bar isn't set all that high, so he's worth a chance to make a successful start. Land of Moon can play a part if back on track and point-recruit Mountain Mike is a player.

This rules debut comes after a one-year absence but MOUNTAIN MIKE was placed in what has turned out to be a fairly good Irish point.

16:15 Beverley Handicap (Class 5) 8f - 17 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
5 (5) (3/1 +14%) She's Got Bottle	3 3/1(+14%)	(5) She's Got Bottle 3/1, Improved model this spring, well backed to resume winning ways at Pontefract (1m) at the start of the month and made light of a 5 lb penalty when following up in a C&D event last week. Lots to like in hat-trick bid for all this is tougher. Bids for a hat-trick after wins at Pontefract and over C&D; player again under her penalty.
8 1st (8) (12/1 -20%) Coolree	12 12/1(-20%)	(8) Coolree 12/1, Creditable third of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (8.6f, 11/4) 21 days ago, challenged under 2f out and one paced. May need further assistance from the handicapper before becoming of significant interest. 1-18; running with credit on the AW lately, but not sure what to expect back on turf.
1 2nd (1) (4/1 +20%) Beltane	4 4/1(+20%)	(1) Beltane 4/1, C&D winner from 5 lb higher mark 11 months ago and best effort since the turn of the year when third returned to this C&D 3 weeks ago. Well treated if he can build on that now. C&D winner; in a 0-70 for the first time since winning at Musselburgh just over a year ago.
2 3rd (2) (9/1 +64%) War Chant	9 9/1(+64%)	(2) War Chant 9/1, Much improved when rattling off quick-fire hat-trick in handicaps at around 1m last summer. Well below form final 2 starts and market may prove a good guide as to expectations returning from 8 months off. Enough to prove going right-handed for the first time after eight months off; drawn wide.
12 4th (12) (40/1 -21%) Mickey Mongoose	40 40/1(-21%)	(12) Mickey Mongoose 40/1, Latest win at Southwell in March. Twelfth of 14 in handicap (16/1) back at that venue (11.1f) 44 days ago. Back down in trip. Others more persuasive. A contrast so far for this yard, his Southwell win standing way above his other efforts.
4 5th (4) (14/1 -40%) Poet's Dawn	14 14/1(-40%)	(4) Poet's Dawn 14/1, 4-time C&D winner who ended last season with sound in-the-frame efforts at York/Newmarket. Feasible to think he needed the run back from 6 months off at Ripon (1m, heavy) 26 days ago and handy draw to operate from here. Nine-time turf winner who acts on any ground, but remains 4lb above his last winning mark.
14 6th (14) (15/2 +38%) Langton Wold	7.5 15/2(+38%)	(14) Langton Wold 15/2, Largely ran with credit in defeat on the level last term and matched previous best (fair form) when successful over hurdles at Sedgefield (16.8f) in December. Respectable fourth when last seen in that sphere in February and not out of things returned to the level. Going well over hurdles lately; could go well back on Flat provided this isn't too sharp.
7 7th (7) (14/1 +13%) King Of York	14 14/1(+13%)	(7) King Of York 14/1, Latest win at Southwell (7f) in March. 20/1, seventh of 11 in handicap back at that venue (7.1f) 16 days ago, very slowly away. Others appeal more back on turf. Both wins in 29 starts on the AW; has it all to do back on turf (0-10).
16 8th (16) (80/1 -142%) Whatwouldyouknow	80 80/1(-142%)	(16) Whatwouldyouknow 80/1, Course winner. Latest win at Newcastle in November but out of sorts when last seen on AW earlier this year, seventh of 8 in handicap at Newcastle (1m) in February. Not seen on turf since August 2022; seems to have gone off the boil on the AW lately.
9 9th (9) (13/2 +41%) Strangerontheshore	6.5 13/2(+41%)	(9) Strangerontheshore 13/2, C&D winner. Respectable fourth of 13 in handicap (28/1) at this course (7.4f, good) 8 days ago, keeping on. That should have put him spot on for this and he's an each-way player. Dual C&D winner in 2022; ran well on her recent reappearance over 7f; plenty of appeal.
13 10th (13) (20/1 -11%) Tasever	20 20/1(-11%)	(13) Tasever 20/1, Maiden who went close to bucking that trend on a couple of occasions last term, including at Pontefract (1m) in October. Well beaten after 5 months off at Thirsk (7f, heavy) 5 weeks ago though, and he'll need to leave that in his wake. Widest draw to overcome. Beaten a very long way on his Thirsk reappearance and now 0-15; drawn widest.
6 11th (6) (12/1 +40%) Soames Forsyte	12 12/1(+40%)	(6) Soames Forsyte 12/1, Ninth of 14 in handicap at Southwell (8.1f, 9/2) 35 days ago, short of room over 2f out and not quicken. Remains 2 lb above last winning mark returned to turf. Both wins in 25 starts on the AW; has it all to do back on turf (0-9).
10 12th (10) (9/2 +50%) Young Fire	4.5 9/2(+50%)	(10) Young Fire 9/2, Twelve runs since last win in 2023. Fourth of 14 in handicap (10/1) at Thirsk (8f, soft) 10 days ago, never nearer. Visor back on and he's worth a second look from a handy draw/career-low mark. 12 runs since his last win; will need all the luck going from the inside stall.
3 13th (3) (17/2 +23%) Lenny's Spirit	8.5 17/2(+23%)	(3) Lenny's Spirit 17/2, 7/2, fourth of 7 in handicap at this course (9.9f, good to soft) 19 days ago, not having the room to fully open up in the final 2f. Slow starts have crept in of late however, and that does need monitoring. Won three times over 1m2f on turf last summer; this trip looks inadequate for him now.
11 14th (11) (50/1 +0%) Rievaulx Raver	50 50/1(+0%)	(11) Rievaulx Raver 50/1, Last of 14 in handicap (50/1) at Thirsk (8f, soft) 10 days ago. Usual cheekpieces back on but yard look to hold much stronger claims with She's Got Bottle. Not beaten many in his last four starts including on his recent reappearance; best watched.
17 15th (17) (125/1 -279%) The Muffin Man	125 125/1(-279%)	(17) The Muffin Man 125/1, 13/2, sixth of 9 in minor event at Catterick (7f, good). Off 8 months. Back up in trip. First run for yard after leaving Jessica Macey. Plenty to find on form. 0-11; 5lb out of the weights on this stable debut after 258 days off; hard to fancy.

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16:15 Beverley Handicap (Class 5) 8f Race Class Flow

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

SHE'S GOT BOTTLE benefited from a couple of all-weather outings earlier in the year when gaining a brace of victories at Pontefract and over C&D under a 5lb penalty. The five-year-old is taken to continue in this rich vein of form in a contest where most of her rivals arrive with questions to answer. Strangerontheshore wasn't disgraced on her return here over shorter last week and is capable of better. Beltane and Lenny's Spirit appeal most of the remainder.

YOUNG FIRE ran well having been caught wider than ideal when fourth at Thirsk 10 days ago and, lurking on a very dangerous mark, he could well be worth chancing in the hope he gets the gaps with his usual visor refitted. Beltane is another on a handy mark and feared along with the thriving She's Got Bottle who steps back up in class in pursuit of the hat-trick. Lennys Spirit is also in the mix.

The vote goes to dual C&D winner STRANGERONTHESHORE (nap) who made a promising comeback over an inadequate 7f here eight days ago.

16:30 Southwell Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 16f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
5 1st (5) (2/1 +20%) Grivetana	2 2/1(+20%)	(5) Grivetana 2/1, Well backed and in process of running well when falling last in handicap hurdle at Hereford (19.7f, good) on final outing in November. Has left Paul Nicholls but has joined another good stable. Interesting. Fair for Paul Nicholls; became disappointing; ground fine; needs to revive for new yard.
6 2nd (6) (11/2 +45%) Elham Valley	5.5 11/2(+45%)	(6) Elham Valley 11/2, Shaped as if back in form on first run since leaving John Cornwall after 5 months off when third of 12 in handicap hurdle (33/1) at this course (20.4f, good) 21 days ago. Merits consideration back down in trip. Four-time winner for Fergal O'Brien; best run since when 3rd over 2m4f here last time.
2 3rd (2) (100/1 -400%) Mick Maestro	100 100/1(-400%)	(2) Mick Maestro 100/1, Dual winner over hurdles in 2022 but hasn't shown much for some time. Well beaten when last seen out; on a good mark and could fare better now down in grade.
1 4th (1) (11/4 +50%) Classic Anthem	2.75 11/4(+50%)	(1) Classic Anthem 11/4, Expensive recruit from the Irish pointing field who made a successful switch to handicap company at Sandown (2m) in December. Good second in 20.5f novice at Plumpton next time but below par last 2 outings, including after a 12-week break back at aforementioned Sandown last time. 2m Sandown winner in December and good 2nd next time; not so good since; good ground fine.
4 5th (4) (33/1 -340%) Belvedere Blast	33 33/1(-340%)	(4) Belvedere Blast 33/1, Clicked in blinkers last summer, completing a hat-trick at Hexham in June. However, raced lazily when disappointing all 3 starts since and has plenty to prove returning from 7 months off. Lost his way last year, but three wins on good in the summer and a chance if back to form.
7 6th (7) (20/1 +0%) Clear The Runway	20 20/1(+0%)	(7) Clear The Runway 20/1, Out of sorts since 2022 and ran badly after 8 months off when pulled up at this course 3 weeks ago. Mark continues to fall but has plenty to prove, nonetheless. Five wins on the trot in 2022 (three chases, two novice hurdles); not as good since.
8 7th (8) (8/1 -33%) Hiconic	8 8/1(-33%)	(8) Hiconic 8/1, Took advantage of reduced mark when winning handicaps at Warwick and Worcester (both 2m) at the start of last season. Ran below form at Hereford on final outing in November but could get back on track after a break. In fine form on good ground last year; feasibly treated; could go well after a break.
3 8th (3) (14/1 -40%) Barrichello	14 14/1(-40%)	(3) Barrichello 14/1, Ran below form all 3 starts last season but has slipped appreciably in the weights and may fare better now returned to less testing ground following a break. Not been at his best since two wins in early 2022; well treated now; quite interesting.
9 \|PU\| (9) (13/2 -117%) Wolfburg	6.5 13/2(-117%)	(9) Wolfburg 13/2, Took another step forward when landing 2m Catterick maiden hurdle in February. Into handicaps now and should have more to offer. Maiden hurdle winner in February; unexposed sort handicapping for first time.

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16:30 Southwell Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 16f Race Class Flow

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

The Sandy Thomson yard is in good form and this looks like an ideal opportunity for WOLFBURG on his handicap debut following a taking success at Catterick in February. The unexposed five-year-old gets the vote ahead of Grivetana, on her first run for a new stable, and Classic Anthem, who should appreciate the drop in grade. A talented mare on her day, Hiconic should enjoy these conditions on her first run of another summer campaign.

GRIVETANA was in the process of running creditably when departing at Hereford on her final outing for Paul Nicholls 6 months ago and, having joined another good yard since, she's put forward as the answer. Wolfburg may do better still now venturing into handicaps, while Elham Valley shouldn't be taken lightly having shaped as if back in form before the lack of a recent run perhaps told here 3 weeks ago.

In a tricky race, the vote goes to HICONIC who was in fine form on good ground last summer. Belvedere Blast should also run well.

16:45 Beverley Handicap (Class 5) 10f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (1) (8/1 -14%) Flickering Halo	8 8/1(-14%)	(1) Flickering Halo 8/1, Lightly-raced colt who failed to justify support returned to turf when seventh of 12 in maiden at Ripon (12f, heavy, 11/2) 26 days ago, weakening under 2f out. Drop back in trip could help here and not one to write off. May appreciate the likely better ground, but could still find one or two too good.
7 2nd (7) (11/2 +31%) Knight Templar	5.5 11/2(+31%)	(7) Knight Templar 11/2, Son of Haafhd who finished down the field all 4 starts as a juvenile at up to 7f. However, gelded ahead of return and he's just the type his yard excel with in handicaps stepping up in trip. Well worth considering starting from a low base. Upped in trip for his handicap debut after 257 days off and could show a lot more.
5 3rd (5) (3/1 +14%) L'eagle Aid	3 3/1(+14%)	(5) L'eagle Aid 3/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 5/4, fourth of 9 in minor event at Wolverhampton (8.6f). Off 139 days and longer trip could unlock some progress now handicapping. Up in trip for his turf/handicap debut after 139 days off; worth a second look.
4 4th (4) (13/2 -30%) Kingmont	6.5 13/2(-30%)	(4) Kingmont 13/2, Left debut form well behind when making a winning return from 4 months off at Kempton (11f) in April. Not disgraced when third of 7 in handicap at Doncaster (11.9f, soft) 17 days ago and feasible to think she could do better still. Down in trip. Probably found 1m4f and soft ground too much for her last time; could bounce back.
3 5th (3) (2/1 +50%) Straight A	2 2/1(+50%)	(3) Straight A 2/1, Won at Yarmouth on his second start and ran well when fourth in a Thirsk nursery in September. Gelded ahead of return, ran creditably when fourth of 13 in handicap (6/1) at Doncaster (8f, soft) 18 days ago. Likely to be sharper with that run under his belt. Fast-ground winner at 2 who ran with credit on last month's return; should stay; respected.
6 6th (6) (14/1 -17%) Game Management	14 14/1(-17%)	(6) Game Management 14/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Off 4 months/gelded, not seen to best effect when eighth of 9 in handicap at Southwell (8.1f, 40/1) 32 days ago. This should reveal more and he's not one to give up on yet. Regressive since handicapping, but is bred to relish the longer trip.
2 7th (2) (12/1 -140%) Kaaress	12 12/1(-140%)	(2) Kaaress 12/1, 1 win from 2 runs this year. 6/1, career best when winning 3-runner handicap at Redcar (10f, soft) 12 days ago, very slowly away and very well served by coming from off the overly-strong gallop. Nudged up only 2 lb ahead of this. Three-time AW winner who beat her two rivals to win at Redcar last time; knows how to win.

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16:45 Beverley Handicap (Class 5) 10f Race Class Flow

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

A mile and a half on soft ground might have been too much for KINGMONT on her handicap bow at Doncaster and she has every chance of bouncing back on this occasion. A winner on her second start at Kempton, the drop in trip may also yield improvement. Flickering Halo could be a threat back in handicap company having struggled in a heavy-ground maiden at Ripon. Handicap debutant L'Eagle Aid is capable of stepping forward.

KNIGHT TEMPLAR never figured in a handful of starts as a 2-y-o yet he's just the type his shrewd stable does well with in handicaps, so he could be the way to go on return/upped in trip without the benefit of market clues. Straight A and L'eagle Aid are a couple of others to consider.

Preference is for KINGMONT who seemed to find 1m4f on soft ground too much last time. The drop in trip could see her bounce back.

17:05 Southwell Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 16f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
2 1st (2) (9/4 +55%) Haarar	2.25 9/4(+55%)	(2) Haarar 9/4, Showed a lot more than first time up over hurdles when second at Uttoxeter (15.8f) last month and found only one too good back on the level at Thirsk 10 days ago. Can progress further as a hurdler given his Flat form and very much of interest. Fair Flat racer; kept on for second over hurdles last month; probably has more to offer.
1 2nd (1) (25/1 -79%) Cusack Park	25 25/1(-79%)	(1) Cusack Park 25/1, Disappointed bearing in mind bumper debut promise when only sixth of 8 at Hexham (16.2f, heavy) 22 days ago. Switches to hurdles now. Safely held in two heavy-ground bumpers; improvement needed on hurdling debut.
7 3rd (7) (10/3 -48%) Kioto Sun	3.333333 10/3(-48%)	(7) Kioto Sun 10/3, Ran to a fair level when third in Ffos Las bumper last autumn and filled the same position under a considerate ride on his hurdle debut there back in November. Seemingly not the easiest to train but entitled to improve. Not seen since promising hurdle debut in November but still enters calculations here.
4 4th (4) (7/1 -75%) Jackpot Cash	7 7/1(-75%)	(4) Jackpot Cash 7/1, Improved from hurdling debut when third of 8 in a Ludlow novice (15.8f, soft) in February but failed to improve with his response off the bridle and again found little at Huntingdon last time. Hood on for 1st time. Below form on latest outing but his Ludlow third in February makes him a player.
5 5th (5) (9/4 -13%) Just Gino	2.25 9/4(-13%)	(5) Just Gino 9/4, Bought for £100,000 after winning sole start in Irish points in March and shaped as if better for the run on his hurdle/Rules debut at Bangor in December, racing freely and fading. That form has worked out and he's likely to improve. Irish point winner; made rather underwhelming rules debut but still has potential.
6 6th (6) (80/1 +20%) Jysuis	80 80/1(+20%)	(6) Jysuis 80/1, Fair form when placed all 3 starts in bumpers in France but has shown very little both starts over hurdles for new stable. Did not show a great deal on first two hurdling attempts.
11 7th (11) (33/1 +0%) Pacific	33 33/1(+0%)	(11) Pacific 33/1, Looks one for low-grade handicaps a bit further down the line. Respectable fifth on recent stable/hurdle debut; needs to build on that effort here.
13 8th (13) (150/1 -650%) Kuma Beach	150 150/1(-650%)	(13) Kuma Beach 150/1, Showed nothing in a C&D bumper last month. Last of seven in heavy-ground course bumper on last month's debut.
12 9th (12) (14/1 -87%) Amberelli	14 14/1(-87%)	(12) Amberelli 14/1, Schiaparelli filly. Half-sister to fairly useful 19f/2½m hurdle winner High Treason and fair hurdler Steal My Sunshine. Makes appeal on pedigree and well worth a check in the betting with Sean Bowen booked. Half-sister to a fair hurdle winner; Sean Bowen a good booking on debut.
8 10th (8) (20/1 +70%) Scalloway Castle	20 20/1(+70%)	(8) Scalloway Castle 20/1, No promise in 2 bumpers and a maiden hurdle. Has left Philip Kirby. Tongue strap on for 1st time (also had breathing op). Struggled on hurdle debut; had wind op since; now with new stable.
9 11th (9) (80/1 +20%) Ravanelli	80 80/1(+20%)	(9) Ravanelli 80/1, Tailed off both starts over hurdles. Displayed minor promise on bumper debut but tailed off in two hurdle races since.
10 12th (10) (250/1 -25%) Darquesse	250 250/1(-25%)	(10) Darquesse 250/1, Looks of no account on early evidence. Hooded for 1st time. Well beaten a massive odds on all four hurdling starts.
3 13th (3) (125/1 -89%) Ill Reef	125 125/1(-89%)	(3) Ill Reef 125/1, Regressive in bumpers and has made little impact in a brace of novice hurdles. Sets out for another new stable in a first-time tongue strap. French bumper winner in 2023 but soundly beaten in Lingfield novice hurdle in February.

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17:05 Southwell Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 16f Race Class Flow

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

KIOTO SUN shaped well on his first start back from an absence when third at Ffos Las in November, splitting two subsequent winners, and it will be no surprise if he can take the gold medal on his return to the track. Point-to-point winner Just Gino made no more than a satisfactory start to life under Rules when fifth at Bangor in December, but better can be expected from him. Haarar is also noteworthy having finished second in a similar contest at Uttoxeter on his last start over timber.

HAARAR can go on progressing as a hurdler given his fairly useful Flat form and is narrowly preferred to expensive Irish pointer Just Gino, who contested a race that's worked out well on his Rules debut at Bangor back in December and seems sure to improve. Kioto Sun is presumably not the easiest to train but still has to enter calculations for an in-form stable.

If judged on his Flat ability, Uttoxeter runner-up HAARAR is open to significant further improvement over hurdles.

17:15 Beverley Handicap (Class 6) 12f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (1) (7/4 +30%) Spartan Warrior	1.75 7/4(+30%)	(1) Spartan Warrior 7/4, Saxon Warrior gelding who justified good support equipped with first-time cheekpieces when winning 6-runner handicap at this course (9.9f, good, 5/4) 8 days ago, kept up to work. More on his plate under a penalty in what looks a deeper race. Off the mark over 1m2f here eight days ago; 6lb penalty, but may have more to offer.
3 2nd (3) (9/2 +25%) Miss Gitana	4.5 9/2(+25%)	(3) Miss Gitana 9/2, Four runs at around 7f last year. 11/2, improved on those efforts when very good fourth of 9 in handicap at Yarmouth (10.1f, good) 14 days ago, running on without being unduly punished. Type to go on improving, including over this even longer trip. Showed more on handicap debut/reappearance last month; longer trip no issue; shortlisted.
2 3rd (2) (17/2 +15%) Rogue King	8.5 17/2(+15%)	(2) Rogue King 17/2, Lightly-raced maiden. 15/2, first run since leaving Tom Clover when sixth of 9 in handicap at Yarmouth (8f, good) 14 days ago, slowly away. Significantly up in trip. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Pedigree suggests he could improve for the big step up in trip; cheekpieces on.
5 4th (5) (15/2 -36%) Walter Hartright	7.5 15/2(-36%)	(5) Walter Hartright 15/2, Lightly-raced maiden. Cheekpieces on for 1st time, good third of 7 in handicap (22/1) at Windsor (11.4f, good to firm) 22 days ago. Visor on 1st time. Expected to be bang there. Much better when third at Windsor last time; claims if building on that effort; visor on.
4 5th (4) (11/1 -22%) Made In China	11 11/1(-22%)	(4) Made In China 11/1, Showed ability in handful of starts as a 2-y-o but disappointed on back of 4 months off (also gelded) when sixth of 7 in handicap (7/2) at Newcastle (10.2f) 50 days ago. Needs to leave that behind to figure here. 0-7; should stay this far but others look a bit more progressive.
6 6th (6) (10/3 +26%) Solar Bentley	3.333333 10/3(+26%)	(6) Solar Bentley 10/3, Good second of 8 in handicap (13/2) at Doncaster (10.2f, good to soft) 12 days ago, staying on. Even longer trip could unlock a little more progress now. Runner-up in both starts since visored; longer trip no problem on breeding; go well again.
8 7th (8) (18/1 -80%) Miss Galiway	18 18/1(-80%)	(8) Miss Galiway 18/1, Good 5½ lengths third of 6 to Spartan Warrior in handicap (13/2) at this course (9.9f, good) 8 days ago, racing off the pace. More needed up in trip. Behind Spartan Warrior here last time; 6lb pull for a beating of over 5l not enough.
7 8th (7) (33/1 -106%) Happy Helen	33 33/1(-106%)	(7) Happy Helen 33/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 11/2, possibly needed the run when eighth of 12 in handicap at Redcar (8f, soft) 12 days ago, weakening from 2f out. Significantly up in trip. Bred to appreciate this sort of trip, but improvement is needed.
9 9th (9) (150/1 -127%) Turkish Tiger	150 150/1(-127%)	(9) Turkish Tiger 150/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Well-beaten last of 6 to Spartan Warrior in handicap (28/1) at this course (9.9f, good) 8 days ago. Up in trip. Cheekpieces/tongue tie now reached for. Not beaten many in five starts; new headgear combination needs to make a huge difference.

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17:15 Beverley Handicap (Class 6) 12f Race Class Flow

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

SPARTAN WARRIOR responded well to first-time cheekpieces when getting off the mark here over 1m2f last week and the extra couple of furlongs is unlikely to pose any concern. Miss Galiway was doing her best work at the finish when third behind the selection and is bred to improve for stepping up in trip, with similar comments applying to Miss Gitana following her fourth at Yarmouth.

MISS GITANA improved on her exploits as a 2-y-o without being seen to best effect when fourth at Yarmouth 2 weeks ago, and with the likelihood of more to come, she earns the vote to confirm the promise of that run stepping up further in trip. Recent course winner Spartan Warrior and Walter Hartright are others fancied to feature, with Solar Bentley another who may appreciate this further increase in trip.

The vote goes to SOLAR BENTLEY who has finished runner-up in both starts since the visor went on. The longer trip should suit.

17:20 Killarney Maiden 8f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
2 (2) (7/2 -5%) Heliogabalus	3.5 7/2(-5%)	(2) Heliogabalus 7/2, Twice-raced gelding. Much better effort when third of 13 in maiden (50/1) at Dundalk (8f). Off 6 months. Open to further improvement. Dundalk third suggested more was to come; yard have made an excellent start to the season.
5 1st (5) (11/10 +41%) Thor's Hammer	1.1 11/10(+41%)	(5) Thor's Hammer 11/10, Fairly useful colt. Good second of 8 in maiden (13/8) at Gowran (7f, soft) 20 days ago. Yard in good form. Folly to ignore. C&D second at two; promising reappearance and big chance.
1 2nd (1) (12/1 +25%) Babich	12 12/1(+25%)	(1) Babich 12/1, €16,000 yearling, Decorated Knight gelding. Half-brother to winner abroad by Bobby's Kitten. Leading jumps stable has made a low-key start to Flat campaign; may need this.
3 3rd (3) (6/4 -50%) Master Of The Hunt	1.5 6/4(-50%)	(3) Master Of The Hunt 6/4, Lightly-raced colt. Tenth of 14 in maiden at the Curragh (6f, heavy, 5/2) 23 days ago. Significantly up in trip. Sets the standard on pick of 2-y-o form. Connections yet to find his best trip; questions to answer after Curragh run.
4 4th (4) (13/2 +68%) Prince Of Eyeries	6.5 13/2(+68%)	(4) Prince Of Eyeries 13/2, Starspangledbanner gelding. Half-brother to several winners, including very smart winner up to 1m Here Comes When and useful 1¼m-1½m winner Melodic Motion. Half-brother to high-class miler Here Comes When; market best guide on debut.
6 5th (6) (50/1 +38%) Warrior Lord	50 50/1(+38%)	(6) Warrior Lord 50/1, Twice-raced gelding. Last of 15 in maiden at Leopardstown (8f, heavy, 50/1). Off 6 months. Never counted in both maidens in October; can only be watched on return.

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17:20 Killarney Maiden 8f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

THOR'S HAMMER is the most experienced of these and may put that know-how to good use. His C&D second to Bremen last summer reads well, with that colt now rated 100, and there wasn't much wrong with his return to action at Gowran where he chased home a promising colt of Paddy Twomey's. Ben Coen's mount handles soft ground. Master Of The Hunt is rated 4lb higher than the selection after some fair efforts over 7f last term. Disappointing on his comeback at the Curragh, he now tries a mile for the first time. Jessica Harrington has really hit form in recent days and Heliogabalus, much improved on his second start when only beaten a length at Dundalk, can't be discounted.

MASTER OF THE HUNT sets the standard on the pick of his 2-y-o form and can bounce back now up in trip. Thor's Hammer is next best on form, while Heliogabalus is open to improvement still, and also interesting.

Preference is for THOR'S HAMMER, second over C&D last year and also second to a decent type on his recent return at Gowran

17:35 Southwell Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 20f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
4 (4) (3/1 +40%) Hillsin	3 3/1(+40%)	(4) Hillsin 3/1, Remains a maiden following 19 starts over hurdles but, to his credit, he has finished in the money on several occasions, including when returning from a wind op/3-month break on second start for this yard at Exeter (18.5f, good). High on the shortlist. Back on song when 2nd to a major improver at Exeter last month; one to consider strongly.
7 1st (7) (17/2 +66%) Knacker Trapper	8.5 17/2(+66%)	(7) Knacker Trapper 17/2, Modest in bumpers and similar standard in this sphere to date. Others preferred. Unplaced all five completes hurdle races; this switch to better ground may help.
6 2nd (6) (10/3 -33%) Giulietta	3.333333 10/3(-33%)	(6) Giulietta 10/3, Related to some useful performers in these silks and she has performed with credit on each of her 3 completed starts in handicap company, finding just one too good at Ludlow (21.2f, good) last time. Likely to be in the thick of things once again. 0-8 over hurdles but ran big race in defeat last month and looks ready to strike soon.
12 3rd (12) (40/1 -21%) No Quarter Asked	40 40/1(-21%)	(12) No Quarter Asked 40/1, Sole win came in handicap chase at Ffos Las in June 2021. Runner-up in a couple of handicap chases during the winter but pulled up on latest start at the beginning of February and hard to know what to expect of him back over hurdles. Regressive 9yo with very modest 1-29 strike-rate under all codes.
2 4th (2) (7/2 +75%) Top Of The Bay	3.5 7/2(+75%)	(2) Top Of The Bay 7/2, First piece of worthwhile form when third of 9 in a handicap chase here (20.4f, good) last month. 2 lb lower back hurdling and wouldn't be without an each-way chance if able to build on that in a first-time tongue strap. Placed over fences here last month and reverts to hurdling on a 2lb lower mark.
13 5th (13) (40/1 -60%) Lily Baloo	40 40/1(-60%)	(13) Lily Baloo 40/1, Down the field in bumpers and, having offered little in 3 novice hurdles, she again ran poorly (pulled up) on handicap debut at Market Rasen (20.6f, heavy) last time. Pulled up on handicap debut but the ground was heavy; remains unexposed.
3 \|PU\| (3) (4/1 -14%) Our Nel	4 4/1(-14%)	(3) Our Nel 4/1, Made the frame all 3 starts over hurdles and positive start in this sphere when third in a 7-runner Fakenham handicap (21.2f, heavy) in December. However, she was again too keen at Taunton last time and will need to settle better back hurdling with a tongue strap enlisted. Just a respectable fourth over fences last time but back hurdling on a workable mark.
1 \|PU\| (1) (10/1 +38%) Western Jill	10 10/1(+38%)	(1) Western Jill 10/1, Showed plenty to work on making hurdling debut when third in novice event here last February. However, she failed to build on that in 4 subsequent starts, including when hooded for the first time (retained) when last seen here 11 months ago. Safely held on handicap hurdle debut here a year ago and not seen again since.
9 \|PU\| (9) (12/1 -20%) Hubbel Bubbel	12 12/1(-20%)	(9) Hubbel Bubbel 12/1, Showed glimmers of ability in maiden/novice company and bettered his handicap debut effort when a creditable third in a 10-runner contest at Sedgefield (19.8f, heavy) in March. Each-way chance if able to build on that now that he encounters faster ground. Placed at Sedgefield in March; further progress is possible on today's better ground.
10 \|PU\| (10) (12/1 +64%) Mizuma	12 12/1(+64%)	(10) Mizuma 12/1, Winner of just one of his 11 starts between the flags and record stands at 0-14 under Rules. Blinkers applied. Safely held on all four chase/hurdle starts for this stable; blinkers tried today.
8 \|PU\| (8) (15/2 -67%) Jongleur D'etoiles	7.5 15/2(-67%)	(8) Jongleur D'etoiles 15/2, Failed to meet expectations on sole bumper outing and well held all 4 starts over hurdles. However, wouldn't be the first from this yard (and certainly not in these famous silks) to take a big step forward on this handicap debut. One to note in the betting. Showed no significant promise in qualifying races but still worth a look on handicap debut.
5 \|PU\| (5) (20/1 -100%) Fly Awhile Johnny	20 20/1(-100%)	(5) Fly Awhile Johnny 20/1, Winless following half-a-dozen runs between the flags and form on the Flat was modest. On the upside, he has made the frame in each of his 3 qualifying runs in this sphere and, assuming he's ready to roll following a break, he could have a part to play on this handicap debut. Showed promise in novice/maiden hurdles in the autumn; makes handicap debut today.
11 \|PU\| (11) (100/1 -203%) Rhyme Scheme	100 100/1(-203%)	(11) Rhyme Scheme 100/1, Regressive on the Flat and has continued to go the wrong way over hurdles. 0-9 over hurdles; ran quite well on latest outing, but that was in November.

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17:35 Southwell Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 20f Race Class Flow

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

GIULIETTA fared best of those ridden prominently when worn down close home at Ludlow and off just a 2lb higher mark and dropping slightly in trip, she can go one place better. Our Nel shaped with promise when fourth over fences at Taunton and can make her presence felt, particularly if the first-time tongue-tie has the desired effect. Fly Awhile Johnny has shown enough on his last couple of starts to suggest he can be competitive in a race of this nature, and he is respected on his handicap hurdling debut.

Only two of the 13 due to go to post have won under Rules. HILLSIN has been something of a sinner when it comes to failing to win, with his record now standing at 0-19. However, he probably should've won on sole start for Chris Honour at Worcester last summer and the form of his latest effort at Exeter reads well in the context of this race. It's surely a matter of time before Giulietta picks up a race and she is feared most ahead of handicap debutants Fly Awhile Johnny and Jongleur d'Etoiles.

He's 0-19 over hurdles but HILLSIN (nap) split two next-time-out winners when second at Exeter last month and remains well handicapped.

17:40 Chepstow Handicap (Class 6) 8f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
4 (4) (3/1 +57%) Enzos Angel	3 3/1(+57%)	(4) Enzos Angel 3/1, Winner at Wolverhampton in February. Below form ninth of 15 in handicap (16/5) at Chelmsford City (10f) 26 days ago. Claims if bouncing back, albeit he didn't show much in a handful of runs on turf last season. Capable off this mark on AW but has achieved little in seven turf starts.
3 1st (3) (66/1 -313%) Flame Of Kodiac	66 66/1(-313%)	(3) Flame Of Kodiac 66/1, Ninth of 11 in handicap (100/1) at Wolverhampton (8.6f). Off 6 months and it's probably best to look elsewhere. Struggled in three runs for new connections having been picked up for 12,000gns last July.
6 2nd (6) (4/1 +33%) Believe You Me	4 4/1(+33%)	(6) Believe You Me 4/1, Course winner. Eighth of 12 in handicap at Doncaster (7f, good to soft, 10/1) 18 days ago. Cheekpieces back on and wouldn't be without a chance if he were to put her best foot forward. Stable form could be better but she's entitled to have come on from her recent comeback.
9 3rd (9) (10/3 -11%) Mayz	3.333333 10/3(-11%)	(9) Mayz 10/3, Good third of 8 in handicap at Brighton (8f, good, 15/2) 13 days ago, running on late. Can make presence felt. Nothing wrong with her recent Brighton third (good) off this mark; holds leading claims.
1 4th (1) (11/2 +31%) Glencalvie	5.5 11/2(+31%)	(1) Glencalvie 11/2, Latest win at Yarmouth in April. 9/1, eleventh of 12 in handicap at Nottingham (8.3f, heavy) 24 days ago. Likely to find one or two too good. Had excuses on soft ground latest; had previously won off 3lb lower and should do better.
2 5th (2) (10/1 -67%) Rose Fandango	10 10/1(-67%)	(2) Rose Fandango 10/1, Latest win at Wolverhampton in April. 16/1, good fifth of 10 in handicap at Chelmsford City (7f) 19 days ago. Blinkers back on and she's in with an each-way shout. Gets away with this trip but it does seem to stretch her; Rossa Ryan is a positive booking.
5 6th (5) (7/2 +0%) Eye Of The Water	3.5 7/2(+0%)	(5) Eye Of The Water 7/2, Good second of 10 in handicap (17/2) at Bath (8f, soft) 16 days ago. Repeat of that would put him in the picture. A few near-misses to his name here and any rain will work in his favour; shortlisted.
7 7th (7) (4/1 +60%) Khangai	4 4/1(+60%)	(7) Khangai 4/1, Course winner. 4/1, seventh of 11 in handicap at Southwell (11.1f). Off 145 days. Back down in trip and others make more appeal from a win point of view this time. Best efforts have come under aggressive rides over 1m2f; this trip is the obvious worry.
8 8th (8) (33/1 -230%) Long Call	33 33/1(-230%)	(8) Long Call 33/1, 33/1, seventh of 8 in handicap at Brighton (9.9f, good) 13 days ago. Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals. Veteran whose wins last summer came over 1m4f/hurdles; this trip is an absolute minimum.

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17:40 Chepstow Handicap (Class 6) 8f Race Class Flow

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

MAYZ rallied well to reach the frame at Brighton earlier this month and a similar level of performance could see John Gallagher's filly come home in front. Eye Of The Water, runner-up at Bath last time out, looks to be a big threat though, while Glencalvie will appreciate the return to a sounder surface and should not be underestimated either.

The vote goes to MAYZ, who put in good late work when second off this mark at Brighton recently and the return to a stiffer track will be in her favour. Eye of The Water has to be feared on the back of his solid Bath effort last time and he is second choice. Rose Fandango could have a part to play, particularly if the going is good or faster but Enzos Angel, though respected on the basis of his all-weather form, has a bit to prove back on turf.

The vote goes to MAYZ, who was back to form last time and won't mind any rain. Eye Of The Water rates the main danger.

17:50 Killarney Stakes 8f - 4 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (1) (10/11 +24%) Alpheratz	0.909091 10/11(+24%)	(1) Alpheratz 10/11, Lightly-raced winner. 10/3, very good 3½ lengths fifth of 11 to A Lilac Rolla in 1000 Guineas Trial at Leopardstown (7.1f, heavy) 37 days ago. The one to beat. Group 3 second drops in class and major player if handling the quicker ground.
4 2nd (4) (3/1 +10%) Uluru	3 3/1(+10%)	(4) Uluru 3/1, Twice-raced winner. 10/3, first run since leaving Kevin Thomas Coleman when fourth of 13 in minor event at Naas (7f, heavy). Off 7 months. Open to improvement, particularly now tackling 1m for the first time. Yard won this 12 months ago. Likely more to come this year; rider's claim could well bring her into the mix here.
2 3rd (2) (22/1 -57%) Orderofthephoenix	22 22/1(-57%)	(2) Orderofthephoenix 22/1, Thrice-raced winner. 18/1, possibly needed the run when last of 5 in minor event at Naas (8f, heavy) 51 days ago, in touch 2f out and dropping away soon after. Entitled to be sharper with that under her belt. Ground against her at Naas; better ground now to suit but likely needs to improve.
3 4th (3) (5/2 -43%) Tannola	2.5 5/2(-43%)	(3) Tannola 5/2, Promising sort who matched previous best when winning 5-runner Galway maiden (7.1f) in September. Related to a number of smart sorts and she's the type to do better still as a 3-y-o for her very good yard. Should relish the trip, acts on the ground and the type to progress this year; respected.

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17:50 Killarney Stakes 8f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

Connections of ALPHERATZ will welcome any of the forecast rain that arrives as the Phoenix Of Spain filly is very effective on soft ground. Her form is rock-solid and she almost won a Group 3 on her reappearance at the Curragh. Seven furlongs may have been a bit sharp for her when fifth in another strong stakes race at Leopardstown and this trip looks ideal. Tannola has a few pounds to find on ratings and lacks a recent run. She was twice second to smart types last term before winning a soft-ground Galway maiden at cramped odds. Uluru readily won a soft-ground maiden for Kevin Coleman before running creditably in a sales race at Naas on stable debut.

Successful on the second of her 2 starts in maidens last year, ALPHERATZ has improved again this term, running creditably when fifth in 1000 Guineas Trial at Leopardstown 37 days ago, and a repeat of that level of form should see her playing a lead role. Tannola and Uluru both promise to do better as 3-y-os and rate next best.

None of the quartet can be ruled out but ALPHERATZ has the best form and if handling the ground could take some beating

18:10 Chepstow Handicap (Class 6) 8f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
7 1st (7) (12/1 -20%) Racing Demon	12 12/1(-20%)	(7) Racing Demon 12/1, Unreliable type. C&D winner. Ninth of 10 in handicap at Bath (8f, soft, 7/1) 16 days ago, very slowly away. Readily passed over. Back on a winning mark but it's hard to know where his head's at and he is very risky now.
9 2nd (9) (16/1 +52%) Star Of St James	16 16/1(+52%)	(9) Star Of St James 16/1, Seventeen runs since last win in 2022. Cheekpieces on for 1st time, seventh of 9 in handicap at Southwell (8.1f, 11/1) 15 days ago. Must improve. String of moderate efforts on the AW in recent times; looks to be on the downgrade.
8 3rd (8) (5/1 +29%) Albus Anne	5 5/1(+29%)	(8) Albus Anne 5/1, Bit below form fourth of 15 in handicap at Newmarket (8f, soft, 11/2), not ideally placed. Off 6 months and much depends on whether she is raring to go (will be a threat if fully tuned-up). Went close first time out last spring and resumes on a workable mark; this trip a minimum.
1 4th (1) (8/1 -129%) Thoughtful Gift	8 8/1(-129%)	(1) Thoughtful Gift 8/1, Three wins from 6 runs this year. Bit below form fifth of 10 in handicap at Bath (8f, soft, 5/2) 16 days ago. Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals. Soft ground the issue last time; this mark may well be within range if the weather holds.
6 5th (6) (6/4 +25%) Bantry	1.5 6/4(+25%)	(6) Bantry 6/4, One win from 2 runs this year. Improved on recent efforts to win 11-runner handicap (6/1) at Doncaster (7f, good to soft) 18 days ago, very slowly away. 6 lb rise fair enough on the face of it and should be in the mix. Can miss the break and/or pull hard but the hood has helped and his claims are obvious.
3 6th (3) (9/2 -29%) Ravenglass	4.5 9/2(-29%)	(3) Ravenglass 9/2, Twenty-two runs since last win in 2022. 3/1, good second of 9 in handicap at Bath (8f, soft) 16 days ago. Expected to be bang there once again. Losing run up to 22 but his latest Bath second has been boosted by the winner following up.
2 7th (2) (17/2 -42%) Ceilidh	8.5 17/2(-42%)	(2) Ceilidh 17/2, 9/2, below form 7¼ lengths sixth of 12 to Thoughtful Gift in handicap at Brighton (7f, good) 24 days ago. Should come on for that run and he has to enter calculations. Comeback effort may be best overlooked; won't mind any rain and should do better.
5 8th (5) (40/1 -100%) Lilandra	40 40/1(-100%)	(5) Lilandra 40/1, C&D winner. Tenth of 12 in handicap (28/1) at Bath (8f, good to soft) 25 days ago. Opposable on the back of that low-key effort. May need help from the handicapper before competitive, finishing well beaten on comeback.

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18:10 Chepstow Handicap (Class 6) 8f Race Class Flow

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

In an open contest, only a tentative vote can go to BANTRY. John O'Shea's gelding made it 17th time lucky when winning at Doncaster last month, but he did it in comfortable fashion and there might be more to come, despite a 6lb hike in the ratings. Ravenglass continues to run well in defeat and is unlikely to be far away, while Ceilidh and Lilandra are a couple of others to consider.

Though his losing run is mounting up, RAVENGLASS has found just one too good on each of his last two starts at Bath and the 5-y-o is taken to deservedly get his head back in front. Ceilidh was only sixth in the Brighton handicap won by Thoughtful Gift last month but he was returning from a seven-month absence that day and, with that run under his belt, George Baker's charge is taken to reverse those placings and emerge as the main danger. Recent Doncaster winner Bantry is also shortlisted.

This can go to BANTRY, who's bounced back for wind surgery and a hood going on. Ceilidh won't mind rain and is also considered.

18:20 Killarney Maiden 8f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
5 1st (5) (11/8 +31%) See Me Through	1.375 11/8(+31%)	(5) See Me Through 11/8, Lightly-raced colt. Bit below form fourth of 20 in handicap at Leopardstown (8f, heavy, 11/2) 37 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Not completely dismissed. First-time cheekpieces could bring about the required improvement.
2 2nd (2) (2/1 +33%) Free Flow	2 2/1(+33%)	(2) Free Flow 2/1, Fair gelding. Remains a maiden after 10 Flat runs. Cheekpieces on for 1st time, creditable fifth of 14 in handicap at Dundalk (10.7f, 12/1) 39 days ago. Back down in trip. Drop back in trip and ground to suit but place claims at best.
1 3rd (1) (11/1 +8%) Dalva's Boys	11 11/1(+8%)	(1) Dalva's Boys 11/1, Farhh gelding. Dam ran twice, out of useful 2-y-o 5f winner Loch Jipp. Unlikely one to make an immediate impact on belated debut.
4 4th (4) (25/1 -108%) Lord Raven	25 25/1(-108%)	(4) Lord Raven 25/1, Raven's Pass gelding. Dam 2-y-o 6f winner who stayed 1m. Likely to need the experience. Newcomer likely best watched.
3 5th (3) (22/1 -38%) Lohengrin	22 22/1(-38%)	(3) Lohengrin 22/1, Lightly-raced gelding. First run since leaving William Haggas when tenth of 14 in handicap at Dundalk (10.7f, 40/1) 32 days ago. Back down in trip. Hard to fancy. Well held on last month's yard debut at Dundalk and hard to see him playing a major role.
8 6th (8) (4/1 -100%) Quantum Light	4 4/1(-100%)	(8) Quantum Light 4/1, Fair filly. Remains a maiden after 15 Flat runs. 9/1, third of 7 in maiden at Navan (8f, good to soft) 7 days ago. Has been struggling for form this year but visor goes back on. Multiple placed maiden; plenty to find with Uncanny on Navan run a week ago.
7 7th (7) (40/1 -100%) Perseids	40 40/1(-100%)	(7) Perseids 40/1, Remains a maiden after 7 Flat runs. Tongue strap on for 1st time, ninth of 10 in handicap at Leopardstown (7.1f, heavy, 150/1) 34 days ago. Needs to get back to form of last year on decent ground to feature.
6 8th (6) (22/1 -83%) One Boss	22 22/1(-83%)	(6) One Boss 22/1, Remains a maiden after 16 Flat runs. Sixteenth of 17 in handicap (100/1) at Gowran (9.4f, heavy) 21 days ago. Ground probably against her of late, is now to suit so can't rule out.

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18:20 Killarney Maiden 8f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

This maiden is now wide-open following Uncanny's withdrawal, and it could pay to side with QUANTUM LIGHT, who was third, one place behind the aforementioned daughter of Churchill, at Navan last week. That looks the best piece of recent form on offer and connections have swapped the cheekpieces for a visor, which could help her if she's ridden prominently again. She's not going to get many better opportunities than this and can strike at the main expense of Free Flow and See Me Through.

UCANNY has the best form and is open to further improvement, so this looks an ideal chance for her to get off the mark at the third attempt. Free Flow and See Me Through should give their running but both have plenty to find with the selection.

A modest maiden with SEE ME THROUGH having as good a chance as any and first-time cheekpieces could see him go close

18:30 Ayr Maiden (Class 5) 6f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
4 (4) (11/1 -10%) Coppull Hall Lane	11 11/1(-10%)	(4) Coppull Hall Lane 11/1, Mayson filly. Sister to 5f/6f winner Springwood Drive and useful winner up to 6f Bickerstaffe. Sister to winners Bickerstaffe (5f-6f; RPR 103) and Springwood Drive (5f/6f; 78).
5 (5) (80/1 -300%) Doralee	80 80/1(-300%)	(5) Doralee 80/1, Once-raced filly. 12/1, fourth of 5 in maiden at Musselburgh (5f, good) on debut 11 days ago, not knocked about. Ran to an ordinary level at Musselburgh (5f, good) 11 days ago and has to step up.
2 1st (2) (50/1 -100%) A Girl Named Ivy	50 50/1(-100%)	(2) A Girl Named Ivy 50/1, Foaled February 2. 75,000 gns yearling, Dark Angel filly. Dam 2-y-o 5f/5.4f winner who stayed 1m. Last of 9 in maiden (12/1) at this C&D (firm) on debut, slowly away. Off 10 months. Inexperience very evident when last to finish over C&D last June (good).
7 2nd (7) (7/1 -133%) Mostar Dreams	7 7/1(-133%)	(7) Mostar Dreams 7/1, Twice-raced filly. 15/2, third of 10 in maiden at Thirsk (7f, soft) 10 days ago. Likely bit more needed. Finished well for second on 6f debut and just flattened out over 7f next time.
8 3rd (8) (11/10 +45%) Rawaasi	1.1 11/10(+45%)	(8) Rawaasi 11/10, Lightly-raced filly. Below form fourth of 8 in minor event (8/11) at Bath (5f, heavy). Off 6 months. Sets the standard on pick of form. Beaten five times but consistent and she has the best form of these.
1 4th (1) (15/2 -88%) Cuan	7.5 15/2(-88%)	(1) Cuan 15/2, 80,000 gns foal, 175,000 gns yearling, Zoustar filly. Dam French 2-y-o 5.5f winner who stayed 9.5f out of US winner up to 9f (Grade 1 8.5f winner and 6f-1m winner at 2 yrs) Daisy Devine. Second of 3 in minor event at Doncaster (6f, soft, 85/40) on debut 17 days ago. Should have more to offer. No match for an odds-on winner in a three-runner race at Doncaster.
6 5th (6) (15/8 +53%) Melon Twist	1.875 15/8(+53%)	(6) Melon Twist 15/8, 110,000 gns yearling, Showcasing filly. Sister to useful 7f winner Horroob and 6f winner Endless Joy, and closely related to useful 1m-1¼m winner Enough Already. One to take seriously on debut. 110,000gns yearling; eighth foal; sister to Endless Joy (Group-placed 6f 2yo; RPR 97).
3 6th (3) (50/1 -150%) Beautiful Girl	50 50/1(-150%)	(3) Beautiful Girl 50/1, €18,500 yearling, Ruler of The World filly. Dam unraced, closely related to very smart winner up to 6.5f Signs of Blessing. 18,500euros yearling; unraced dam closely related to 6.5f Group 1 winner Signs Of Blessing.

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18:30 Ayr Maiden (Class 5) 6f Race Class Flow

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

Rawaasi proved costly to follow last season, but she has the potential to be better as a three-year-old and appeals as a solid contender. Mostar Dreams, who has reached the frame on both of her starts to date, should give another good account of herself. However, Karl Burke's MELON TWIST is related to a host of useful types and given her trainer's record in these types of races, it would come as no surprise were she to make an immediate impact.

MELON TWIST is a very interesting newcomer given her price tag and pedigree, and is one to take seriously. Rawaasi sets the standard on the pick of her form, while Curan should step forward from her debut run.

The prospect of persistent rain is a concern for Rawaasi whereas MOSTAR DREAMS is proven with plenty of give underfoot.

18:40 Chepstow Maiden (Class 5) 5f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
7 (7) (66/1 -100%) Boro Queen	66 66/1(-100%)	(7) Boro Queen 66/1, Twice-raced filly. Sixth of 8 in minor event at Kempton (5f, 33/1) 34 days ago. Just behind stablemate Chalena on Tapeta debut; ran to similar level on Polytrack latest.
4 1st (4) (5/1 -11%) Vingegaard	5 5/1(-11%)	(4) Vingegaard 5/1, Foaled January 22. €55,000 yearling, Mehmas colt. Half-brother to 3 winners, including 6f/7f winner Acquiescent and winner up to 1m Confrontational. Dam 2-y-o 5f winner who stayed 1m. Makes plenty of appeal on paper. 55,000euros early foal who holds a couple of sales-race entries; a likely looking newcomer.
2 2nd (2) (11/5 +45%) Cayman Tai	2.2 11/5(+45%)	(2) Cayman Tai 11/5, Foaled March 20. €65,000 foal, £45,000 yearling, Earthlight colt. Half-brother to useful US 2-y-o Grade 3 1m winner Zona Verde. Dam French winner up to 1m (2-y-o 7f winner) out of useful 2-y-o 6f/7f winner Mambia. Merits plenty of respect on debut. Yard has made decent start with 2yos this term and is 20-101 with them here; market check.
5 3rd (5) (7/2 -5%) Sonic Si	3.5 7/2(-5%)	(5) Sonic Si 7/2, Twice-raced colt. 7/2, third of 7 in maiden at Leicester (5f, heavy) 17 days ago. Tongue strap on for 1st time and may yet to better. Debut second on Tapeta but didn't improve on that on soft ground last time; needs more.
1 4th (1) (7/2 -100%) Bantz	3.5 7/2(-100%)	(1) Bantz 7/2, Foaled March 28. 45,000 gns yearling, Kodiac colt. Brother to 2-y-o 5.5f winner No More Regrets and half-brother to 5f winner Seeingisbelieving and winner up to 6f Ziggy's Dream. Dam 9f/9.4f winner. Lots to like on paper. 45,000gns yearling who's bred to be sharp and holds a few sales-race entries later on.
6 5th (6) (14/1 +30%) Chalena	14 14/1(+30%)	(6) Chalena 14/1, Thrice-raced filly. Fifth of 10 in minor event at Windsor (5.1f, good, 33/1) 29 days ago. Nothing exciting in three runs to date and again looks vulnerable.
3 6th (3) (13/2 +7%) Dandy G Boy	6.5 13/2(+7%)	(3) Dandy G Boy 13/2, Foaled March 2. €45,000 yearling, Dandy Man colt. Dam winner up to 7f (2-y-o 6f winner). 45,000euros yearling whose dam improved with time; yard had a 2yo win on debut this month.

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18:40 Chepstow Maiden (Class 5) 5f Race Class Flow

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

Sonic Si sets the form standard following two solid efforts, but BANTZ, a 45,000gns purchase and a half-brother to the speedy Ziggy's Dream, herself a winner on debut, might be the answer. William Haggas hasn't had many juvenile runners this season, but the son of Kodiac commands the utmost respect on his racecourse bow. Vingegaard is another likely type on paper and he is seriously considered, while market support should be noted for Cayman Tai.

VINGEGAARD makes plenty of appeal on paper for a yard that often has them ready to go first time out, so he's the choice before market clues. Bantz and Cayman Tai are two other likely types on paper and strong market support for either of that pair would put a slightly different slant on matters.

There's a good chance this goes to a newcomer, with VINGEGAARD, an early foal whose trainer does well with 2yos here, a likely type.

18:50 Killarney Handicap 8f - 18 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
2 (2) (10/1 -25%) September Leaves	10 10/1(-25%)	(2) September Leaves 10/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 5/1 and visored for 1st time, fifth of 14 in maiden at Dundalk (8f). Off 172 days. Blinkers on 1st time. Makes handicap debut. Only had the three races and yet she's now in her third different headgear.
1 (1) (13/8 +19%) Puturhandstogether	1.625 13/8(+19%)	(1) Puturhandstogether 13/8, Promising individual. Hooded for 1st time, very good third of 9 in handicap (17/2) at Gowran (8f, soft) 20 days ago, never nearer. Booking of McMonagle a plus. Should take all the beating. Strong through the line when a close third in the first-time hood over 1m at Gowran.
11 (11) (16/1 -45%) Kiki Roberts	16 16/1(-45%)	(11) Kiki Roberts 16/1, Lightly-raced winner. Respectable sixth of 13 in handicap (25/1) at Dundalk (10.7f) 32 days ago. Back down in trip. Not discounted. Navan maiden winner over 5.5f; beaten in the region of 10l in two subsequent handicaps.
16 (16) (16/1 +0%) Apollo Prince	16 16/1(+0%)	(16) Apollo Prince 16/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 15/2, creditable fourth of 9 in handicap at Naas (7f, heavy) 51 days ago. RESERVE. Reserve; beaten under 4l in both 7f handicaps and could strip fitter for the latest.
14 (14) (25/1 -56%) Zenato	25 25/1(-56%)	(14) Zenato 25/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Tenth of 13 in handicap (18/1) at Dundalk (10.7f) 32 days ago. Back down in trip. Makes turf debut. Others more persuasive. Never that dangerous in his AW races, twice in handicaps (1m/1m2f).
17 (17) (28/1 +15%) Jlow	28 28/1(+15%)	(17) Jlow 28/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 16/1, last of 12 in handicap at Sligo (10.6f, good to soft) 9 days ago. Back down in trip. RESERVE. Reserve; minor form thus far, including when 16-1 for 1m2f handicap debut at Sligo.
18 (18) (33/1 +0%) Nakasero	33 33/1(+0%)	(18) Nakasero 33/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Seventeenth of 20 in maiden (150/1) at the Curragh (5.9f, heavy). Off 6 months. Significantly back up in trip. Makes handicap debut. RESERVE. Reserve; gelded since showing ordinary form in maidens from 6f to 1m; makes handicap debut.
5 1st (5) (5/1 +75%) Slurricane	5 5/1(+75%)	(5) Slurricane 5/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Seventh of 13 in maiden at Dundalk (7f, 22/1). Off 6 months. Makes handicap debut. Must find best form. Makes handicap debut after a break having been gelded.
9 2nd (9) (9/1 +64%) Currumbin	9 9/1(+64%)	(9) Currumbin 9/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Cheekpieces on for 1st time, fifth of 11 in minor event at Wolverhampton (8.6f, 12/1) 31 days ago, hampered. Makes handicap debut. Didn't look straightforward when tried in cheekpieces at Wolverhampton latest.
12 3rd (12) (9/2 +18%) Gushing	4.5 9/2(+18%)	(12) Gushing 9/2, Thrice-raced maiden. Fourth of 12 in maiden (5/1) at Gowran (8f, heavy) 21 days ago. Yard in good form. Makes handicap debut. Bred to be much better than she's shown to date. Underwhelming maiden efforts but they were on slow ground; better expected.
6 4th (6) (10/1 +70%) Sinbad My Dad	10 10/1(+70%)	(6) Sinbad My Dad 10/1, Ninth of 13 in maiden at Dundalk (7f, 8/1), merely passing beaten rivals. Off 6 months. Difficult ask. Six-race maiden and isn't progressing by the looks; 4th of nine in previous handicap.
15 5th (15) (17/2 +39%) Mary Bagot	8.5 17/2(+39%)	(15) Mary Bagot 17/2, Winner at Dundalk in March. Shaped as if still in form when 4 lengths seventh of 11 to Galician Girl in handicap at Dundalk (8f, 9/1) 53 days ago, slowly away. Enters calculations. Dundalk winner who was only seventh on her return visit when easy to back.
13 6th (13) (12/1 +0%) Signor Ferrari	12 12/1(+0%)	(13) Signor Ferrari 12/1, 28/1, ninth of 10 in handicap at Leopardstown (10f, heavy) 37 days ago. Others make more appeal. Now 0-10 but respected on the pick of his handicap form on the AW.
4 7th (4) (4/1 +67%) Masoun	4 4/1(+67%)	(4) Masoun 4/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Eighth of 10 in handicap at Leopardstown (10f, heavy, 9/1) 37 days ago. Yard in good form. Blinkers on 1st time. Needs to bounce back. Still unexposed and could improve for getting back on livelier ground; now blinkered.
10 8th (10) (13/2 +68%) Galician Girl	6.5 13/2(+68%)	(10) Galician Girl 13/2, Winner at Dundalk in March. 4/1, twelfth of 13 in handicap at Dundalk (10.7f) 32 days ago. Back down in trip. Makes turf debut. Not one to write off. 9lb higher than for her AW success and she ran moderately last time.
7 9th (7) (11/1 -10%) Sobriety Blue	11 11/1(-10%)	(7) Sobriety Blue 11/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Fourth of 8 in minor event (11/1) at Dundalk (7f). Off 95 days. Makes handicap debut. Not taken lightly. Fourth in all three races over 7f; probably needs best form yet to defy this mark.
3 10th (3) (20/1 +0%) Late Night Talking	20 20/1(+0%)	(3) Late Night Talking 20/1, 14/1, tenth of 15 in maiden at the Curragh (7f, heavy) 57 days ago. Makes handicap debut. First run on a sound surface on turf and has hinted at winning potential on the AW.

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18:50 Killarney Handicap 8f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

There's unlikely to be any quarter asked or given in this maximum-field, competitive-looking heat. As such, on the pace and out of trouble is the run style that could yield maximum dividends and, to that end, a low draw would look a prerequisite. KIKI ROBERTS breaks from a helpful berth in two and Colin Keane might make use of that starting position and go forward to take up a prominent spot. Her maiden win came over 6f and she wouldn't want the ground to deteriorate too much, but Kiki Roberts looks primed for a big performance after a pipe-opener at Dundalk last month. Joseph and Aidan O'Brien contenders Puturhandstogether and Gushing are among the others to consider.

PUTURHANDSTOGETHER caught the eye at Gowran last time and there could be a lot more to come from this lightly-raced sort, so he's the obvious choice in a race where most have something to prove. Gushing and Sobriety Blue could both up their game now handicapping.

The superbly-bred GUSHING is handicapped on slow-ground form and she be a significant improver under these conditions.

19:00 Ayr Handicap (Class 6) 10f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
6 1st (6) (4/1 +0%) Shifter	4 4/1(+0%)	(6) Shifter 4/1, Course winner. 3/1, last of 7 in handicap at Musselburgh (12.5f, good) 11 days ago, left poorly placed. Not completely dismissed. Questions to answer on ground softer than good but she's a course winner on a fair mark.
2 2nd (2) (10/3 +76%) Bearaway	3.333333 10/3(+76%)	(2) Bearaway 10/3, Below form seventh of 16 in handicap (16/1) at Doncaster (11.9f, soft) 18 days ago. Others more persuasive. Well handicapped if going back far enough but he has a regressive profile.
5 3rd (5) (9/4 +55%) Reel Prospect	2.25 9/4(+55%)	(5) Reel Prospect 9/4, Bit below form fourth of 8 in handicap (3/1) at Newcastle (8f) 18 days ago. Back up in trip. Sliding in the weights and can't be ruled out after slightly more encouraging effort. 0-7 in handicaps from 1m to 1m2f; forecast rain wouldn't help matters.
9 4th (9) (50/1 -213%) Moondial	50 50/1(-213%)	(9) Moondial 50/1, 22/1, eighth of 10 in handicap at Musselburgh (8f, good) 11 days ago. Up in trip. Tongue strap on for 1st time. Well beaten in four starts for this yard and there are stamina doubts over this far.
11 5th (11) (22/1 -120%) Royal Countess	22 22/1(-120%)	(11) Royal Countess 22/1, 3-time C&D winner. 100/1, twelfth of 14 in handicap at this course (8f, heavy), slowly away. Off 7 months. Back up in trip. Worth noting she did win first time up last season, so marke confidence behind her would look significant. Mark has bottomed out after an uninspiring run of form and she lacks a recent run.
4 6th (4) (20/1 -186%) Jumeira Vision	20 20/1(-186%)	(4) Jumeira Vision 20/1, Winner at Wolverhampton in November. 5/1, first run since leaving Archie Watson when fifth of 7 in handicap at Wolverhampton (8.6f). Off 92 days. Cheekpieces back on. Merits consideration. Wolverhampton winner but only fifth of seven back there on debut for this yard.
3 7th (3) (9/2 -100%) Busby	4.5 9/2(-100%)	(3) Busby 9/2, Twelve runs since last win in 2022. 7/2, creditable third of 12 in handicap at Newcastle (10.2f) 36 days ago. Excellent chance of ending his losing run in a weak race. Ten-time winner but only on the AW and he's 0-10 on turf; arrives in good form, though.
1 8th (1) (33/1 -136%) Farhhfromforgotten	33 33/1(-136%)	(1) Farhhfromforgotten 33/1, Last of 6 in handicap at this course (8f, good, 11/1) 12 days ago. Back up in trip. Regressed badly since his best run when second in a 1m1f handicap.
7 9th (7) (20/1 -43%) Epona Pas	20 20/1(-43%)	(7) Epona Pas 20/1, 18/1, eighth of 9 in handicap at this C&D (firm). Off 11 months. Others make more appeal. Eight-race maiden last seen finishing well beaten over C&D last June.
8 10th (8) (16/1 -60%) Loom Large	16 16/1(-60%)	(8) Loom Large 16/1, 11/2, ninth of 10 in handicap at Musselburgh (8f, good) 11 days ago. Back up in trip. Struggling for form at present. A fair 1m2f winner at his best but he arrives here in the doldrums.
10 11th (10) (125/1 -279%) Hawkes Bay	125 125/1(-279%)	(10) Hawkes Bay 125/1, 100/1, first run since leaving Adam West when last of 7 in handicap at this course (7.2f, good) 12 days ago. Significantly up in trip. Plenty to prove. Tailed-off last on debut for Maurice Barnes and he's unraced beyond a mile.

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19:00 Ayr Handicap (Class 6) 10f Race Class Flow

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

It might be worth taking a chance on JUMEIRA VISION, who was far from disgraced over the extended mile at Wolverhampton on his stable debut in February. Katie Scott's new recruit has few miles on the clock and is completely unexposed on turf, while the return to further could also aid his prospects. Shifter broke awkwardly and lost all chance early on at Musselburgh, but she could have a say if able to get away on terms. Reel Prospect is another to consider.

BUSBY is the only one who arrives on the back of a good effort (third at Newcastle) and he looks the most solid option returning to turf. Jumeira Vision should be back on track having his second outing for the yard and Reel Prospect can't be dismissed from a sliding mark.

A weak handicap. BUSBY has done all his winning on the AW but he has placed form on turf and arrives here in form.

19:10 Chepstow Handicap (Class 6) 5f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
3 (3) (11/2 -22%) Jacquelina	5.5 11/2(-22%)	(3) Jacquelina 11/2, C&D winner. Won 10-runner handicap at Windsor (5.1f, heavy, 14/1) 8 days ago, all out. More on her plate here under a 5 lb penalty. A win and two seconds over C&D last summer; 5lb penalty puts her on a career-high mark.
2 1st (2) (5/2 -33%) Joy Choi	2.5 5/2(-33%)	(2) Joy Choi 5/2, Course winner. Creditable head second of 8 to Under Curfew in handicap (11/8) at Bath (5f, heavy) 8 days ago, just failing. Cheekpieces on 1st time and may well turn the tables on that rival this time. Narrowly beaten by Under Curfew last Monday; holds leading claims in first-time headgear.
4 2nd (4) (9/2 +63%) Rhubarb	4.5 9/2(+63%)	(4) Rhubarb 9/2, Three-time C&D winner. Latest win at Wolverhampton in December. 33/1, fourth of 10 in handicap at Nottingham (5f, good to firm) 4 days ago. Others look stronger on this occasion. Four-time course winner in 2022 who offered something again last Friday; each-way claims.
6 3rd (6) (11/4 +50%) Notre Maison	2.75 11/4(+50%)	(6) Notre Maison 11/4, 22/1, good fourth of 13 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 21 days ago. Versatile ground-wise and she's one to consider back on turf with that run under her belt. Solid return (6f, Tapeta); there's not much wiggle room off this mark but she's respected.
8 4th (8) (14/1 +44%) Louis Treize	14 14/1(+44%)	(8) Louis Treize 14/1, Tricky customer. C&D winner. Ninth of 10 in handicap (22/1) at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 36 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Others more persuasive. Very short price to blow the start and he's struggled in his two runs this spring.
5 5th (5) (16/1 -14%) Won't Stand Down	16 16/1(-14%)	(5) Won't Stand Down 16/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Fifth of 9 in minor event (40/1) at Bath (5.7f, soft) 16 days ago. Improvement needed now handicapping. Starts handicap life on a lowly mark; interesting to see how she goes in the betting.
1 6th (1) (13/2 -136%) Under Curfew	6.5 13/2(-136%)	(1) Under Curfew 13/2, C&D winner. 15/2, won 8-runner handicap at Bath (5f, heavy) 8 days ago by head from Joy Choi, just holding on. Carries penalty and should give another good account. Bit on to confirm placings with Joy Choi but he's more consistent than most at this level.
7 7th (7) (15/2 +38%) Tommytwohoots	7.5 15/2(+38%)	(7) Tommytwohoots 15/2, Two wins from 42 Flat runs. 15/2, fourth of 7 in handicap at Leicester (5f, heavy) 17 days ago. Needs a couple of these to falter. Arrives in fair form but others make more appeal under tonight's conditions.

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19:10 Chepstow Handicap (Class 6) 5f Race Class Flow

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

The key to this race could be the recent clash at Bath between Under Curfew (first) and JOY CHOI (second), with the latter taken to come out on top of this occasion. Malcolm Saunders' mare is 4lb better off for a head defeat on that occasion, and a return to better ground should suit at a track where she has won before. A determined winner at Windsor last week on her return to turf, Jacquelina is entitled to be thereabouts as well.

The consistent JOY CHOI enjoys a handy pull at the weights with Under Curfew, who she was narrowly beaten by at Bath last week. The 6-y-o should exact her revenge on these revised terms and while Under Curfew may again be on the premises, a bigger threat this time could be provided by Notre Maison, who shaped well on her reappearance on the all-weather three weeks ago. Jacquelina scored at Windsor recently but needs to pull out more under a penalty here.

4lb better off with the penalised Under Curfew from Bath last Monday, JOY CHOI (nap) can come out on top.

19:20 Killarney Handicap 8f - 18 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
9 (9) (9/2 +91%) Venetian	4.5 9/2(+91%)	(9) Venetian 9/2, Fourteen runs since last win in 2022. Sixth of 8 in handicap at Chelmsford City (8f, 20/1) 75 days ago, nearest finish. Turf/AW winner in 2022; stuck on a losing run now and slow starts have become a habit.
16 (16) (10/1 -11%) Angel On Fire	10 10/1(-11%)	(16) Angel On Fire 10/1, 10/1, creditable fourth of 14 in handicap at Sligo (10.6f, good to soft) 9 days ago. Back down in trip. RESERVE. Reserve; excellent efforts the last twice but testing ground seems ideal for him.
17 (17) (12/1 -20%) On Our Radar	12 12/1(-20%)	(17) On Our Radar 12/1, Good third of 14 in handicap (8/1) at Dundalk (8f). Off 102 days. Others more persuasive. RESERVE. Engaged 5.25 Roscommon Monday. Reserve; 0-4 on turf but was thereabouts in 7f/1m handicaps at Dundalk earlier this year.
18 (18) (16/1 -33%) Boadicea Belle	16 16/1(-33%)	(18) Boadicea Belle 16/1, Unreliable individual. Won 13-runner handicap (28/1) at Dundalk (8f) 31 days ago, comfortably. 9lb higher now. Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals. RESERVE. Engaged 4.55 Roscommon Monday. Reserve; her fourth win on the AW when beating 12 rivals at Dundalk a month ago.
5 1st (5) (9/2 +10%) Passionate	4.5 9/2(+10%)	(5) Passionate 9/2, Lightly-raced maiden. Excellent 1¾ lengths second of 11 to Cage Rattler in handicap (4/1) at Gowran (7f, heavy) 5 days ago, slowly away. One to consider. Closing second on last week's handicap debut over 7f and now returns to 1m.
12 2nd (12) (13/2 +54%) Status Green	6.5 13/2(+54%)	(12) Status Green 13/2, Respectable tenth of 18 in handicap at Navan (10f, good to soft, 9/1) 7 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time. 12-race maiden; has shown some promise in previous handicaps but not yet this season.
1 3rd (1) (5/1 +23%) Kodiac Prince	5 5/1(+23%)	(1) Kodiac Prince 5/1, C&D winner. Respectable second of 16 in handicap at Gowran (8f, heavy, 16/1) 6 days ago, no match for winner. Has good chance on pick of form. Back to a better mark and ran well behind an improver last week at Gowran.
10 4th (10) (12/1 -20%) Daonethatgotaway	12 12/1(-20%)	(10) Daonethatgotaway 12/1, Thirteenth of 14 in handicap at Sligo (10.6f, good to soft, 17/2) 9 days ago. Knocking on the door prior to that and claims back down in trip here. Three successive placings included a third of 16 at Leopardstown when tried in blinkers.
13 5th (13) (80/1 -60%) Perfect Curves	80 80/1(-60%)	(13) Perfect Curves 80/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Eighteenth of 19 in handicap (100/1) at Naas (8f, soft) 15 days ago. Pretty much tailed off on her handicap debut at Naas when 100-1.
15 6th (15) (80/1 -21%) Talking Tough	80 80/1(-21%)	(15) Talking Tough 80/1, Two wins from 66 Flat runs. Forty-nine runs since last win in 2020. Ninth of 16 in handicap (66/1) at Gowran (7f, soft) 20 days ago. Tongue strap back on. Last year was a struggle and his reappearance was no better; rarely wins.
6 7th (6) (17/2 -31%) Comfort Line	8.5 17/2(-31%)	(6) Comfort Line 17/2, 17/2, good second of 19 in handicap at Naas (8f, soft) 15 days ago, outbattled. Not taken lightly. Several decent runs recently, including a neck defeat in a big field at Naas (1m).
7 8th (7) (10/1 +0%) Kinda Tiny	10 10/1(+0%)	(7) Kinda Tiny 10/1, Winner at Galway in October. Bit below form ninth of 18 in handicap at Cork (8f, good to soft, 14/1) 18 days ago. Others more persuasive. Galway winner; only midfield on her return and needs to leave that run behind.
2 9th (2) (17/2 +15%) Ano Manna	8.5 17/2(+15%)	(2) Ano Manna 17/2, C&D winner. 5/1, below form twelfth of 19 in handicap at Naas (8f, soft) 15 days ago. Needs a couple of these to falter. Dual C&D winner who could be all the sharper for her recent Naas reappearance.
11 10th (11) (4/1 +0%) Cage Rattler	4 4/1(+0%)	(11) Cage Rattler 4/1, Career best when winning 11-runner handicap (3/1) at Gowran (7f, heavy) 5 days ago by 1¾ lengths from Passionate. Shade more needed under a penalty. Penalised for last week's Gowran win when he kept Passionate at bay late on.
4 11th (4) (8/1 +43%) Paper Doll	8 8/1(+43%)	(4) Paper Doll 8/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Seventh of 14 in maiden (40/1) at Dundalk (10.7f). Off 123 days and down in trip for this handicap debut. Improvement needed. Regressive RPRs in her maidens at 1m2f+; drops in trip for handicap debut.
3 12th (3) (80/1 -220%) Chimeric	80 80/1(-220%)	(3) Chimeric 80/1, C&D winner. 50/1, last of 14 in handicap at Dundalk (8f). Off 109 days and opposable once more. C&D winner last year but wasn't in form on the AW during the winter.
8 13th (8) (33/1 -32%) Trueba	33 33/1(-32%)	(8) Trueba 33/1, 33/1, fourteenth of 18 in handicap at Cork (8f, good to soft) 18 days ago. Blinkers back on and would be a threat if able to bounce back. Testing ground no good for reappearance; six-time winner on a decent mark.
14 14th (14) (22/1 +12%) Sunday Evening	22 22/1(+12%)	(14) Sunday Evening 22/1, Bit below form eleventh of 18 in handicap at Navan (10f, good to soft, 14/1) 7 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. Uphill task. Now 0-11 and nothing positive to take from her last three runs.

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19:20 Killarney Handicap 8f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

Chasing a first winner in the training ranks, the breakthrough ought to be just around the corner for Sean Davis, given that plenty of his horses have shown up well in recent times. He also rides his representative here, and VENETIAN looks worthy of an each-way play. We haven't seen the Awtaad gelding since February, and he wasn't in particularly good form then. However, the dual victor is capable at his best and can go forward from stall four to put himself in a good position as the race unfolds up the straight. Recent Gowran Park first and second Cage Rattler and Passionate will justifiably feature on many shortlists. Second in this 12 months back, Kodiac Prince has plenty going for him, despite his top-weight impost.

KODIAC PRINCE is back around his last winning mark and could be the answer to this following a decent second in a big-field Gowran handicap last week. Comfort Line also found just one too good on his latest start at Naas and he is just about second choice ahead of Passionate, who is taken to reverse recent Gowran placings with Cage Rattler on these revised terms and with this step back up to a mile a plus. Daonethatgotaway is another to consider.

Cage Rattler beat PASSIONATE (nap) last week but the latter has a pull in the weights and will appreciate this longer distance.

19:30 Ayr Handicap (Class 3) 6f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
3 (3) (9/2 +25%) Zarzyni	4.5 9/2(+25%)	(3) Zarzyni 9/2, Twenty runs since last win in 2022. 9/1, ran poorly in another change of headgear when eleventh of 13 in handicap at Thirsk (5f, soft) 10 days ago. Handicap mark continues to slide as a result. 3-39 and after a near miss at Newcastle he's struggled back on the grass.
7 1st (7) (5/2 +50%) Jordan Electrics	2.5 5/2(+50%)	(7) Jordan Electrics 5/2, C&D winner. 12/1, below form after 6 months off when ninth of 12 in handicap at Musselburgh (5f, good to soft) 23 days ago. Interesting back down to his last winning mark with that effort under his belt. Good course form, won't mind rain and should strip fitter for comeback run.
6 2nd (6) (4/1 +0%) Slainte Mhath	4 4/1(+0%)	(6) Slainte Mhath 4/1, C&D winner. Creditable third of 6 in handicap (9/4) at Catterick (6f, good) 2 weeks ago. Yet to race on ground firmer than good but could well get those conditions here. Rain is welcomed and there's been nothing wrong with her three runs this season.
2 3rd (2) (8/1 -129%) Be Proud	8 8/1(-129%)	(2) Be Proud 8/1, C&D winner. 100/1, not disgraced in a better race than he need contest after 5 months off when sixth of 15 in handicap at Musselburgh (5f, good to soft) 23 days ago. This return to 6f promises to suit and is one of 3 for this yard. Tough task last time; C&D winner for whom rain would be welcomed.
5 4th (5) (15/2 -50%) Rock Melody	7.5 15/2(-50%)	(5) Rock Melody 15/2, 66/1, still looked rusty in a much better race than she need contest when eleventh of 15 in handicap at Musselburgh (5f, good to soft) 23 days ago. Now just 1 lb above her last winning mark. Poor this season but likely contender off this mark if turning a corner; rain won't hinder.
4 5th (4) (7/2 +65%) Snazzy Jazzy	3.5 7/2(+65%)	(4) Snazzy Jazzy 7/2, Unreliable individual. C&D winner. Fared little better than on reappearance when eleventh of 16 in handicap (14/1) at Doncaster (6f, soft) 17 days ago. Easy enough to look elsewhere. Should be well treated but he's a 9yo who has finished down the field this season.
1 6th (1) (5/1 -11%) The Caltonian	5 5/1(-11%)	(1) The Caltonian 5/1, Prolific winner who completed a facile hat-trick at Newcastle in January. In process of running below form when brought down there (7.1f) just over 10 weeks ago. Expected to be bang there from a much lower turf mark provided he's none the worse for his fall. Running well on the AW; maiden on turf and wouldn't want the ground to turn soft.

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19:30 Ayr Handicap (Class 3) 6f Race Class Flow

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

JORDAN ELECTRICS shaped as if in need of the outing when down the field at Musselburgh, but Jim Goldie's charge is now 5lb lower than when finishing third in the Bronze Cup here last September. The Dandy Man gelding is back on his last winning mark and could step forward. It's been a while between drinks for Snazzy Jazzy and Zarzyni, but both are more than capable at this level from their sliding handicap ratings.

THE CALTONIAN enjoyed a profitable winter on the all-weather and having been freshened up since his tumble at Newcastle in March, Linda Perratt's 5-y-o gets the vote to come out on top from his much lower turf mark. Slainte Mhath has returned in good heart this year, so she can give the selection most to think about, with Jordan Electrics, who has dropped back to his last winning mark, looking the pick of Jim Goldie's trio before market clues.

Slainte Mhath and Be Proud are feared but last year's Bronze Cup third JORDAN ELECTRICS makes the most appeal.

19:40 Chepstow Handicap (Class 5) 6f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
3 (3) (9/1 +44%) King Of Scotia	9 9/1(+44%)	(3) King Of Scotia 9/1, Eleven runs since last win in 2022. 11/1, fifth of 8 in handicap at Chelmsford City (7f). Off 117 days and others make more appeal. Has done his racing for this yard over 7f-1m2f; may be done for toe back from a break.
6 (6) (10/1 +0%) Jax Edge	10 10/1(+0%)	(6) Jax Edge 10/1, C&D winner. Seventh of 9 in handicap (10/1) at Windsor (6f, good to firm) 22 days ago. That run will have blown away the cobwebs and she could have a part to play. Currently 2-2 in handicaps here and won second time out last season; possibilities.
9 (9) (17/2 -89%) Big Bard	8.5 17/2(-89%)	(9) Big Bard 17/2, Seventh of 10 in handicap at Chelmsford City (6f, 6/4). Off 159 days but could easily have a say off this reduced mark with a capable apprentice aboard. Nothing to suggest he's best caught fresh; interesting to see how he goes in the market.
11 (11) (33/1 -32%) Vape	33 33/1(-32%)	(11) Vape 33/1, C&D winner. Seventh of 8 in handicap at Kempton (6f, 11/2). Off 132 days and he's likely to find a few too good. Won this last year and is 7lb lower tonight; needs to bounce back after a break.
4 1st (4) (7/2 +42%) Hiatus	3.5 7/2(+42%)	(4) Hiatus 7/2, Latest win at Southwell in January. Good second of 12 in handicap (6/1) at Haydock (6f, heavy) 17 days ago, running on. Live each-way chance. Better last time; consistent enough and plenty of rain would being him into the equation.
7 2nd (7) (3/1 -9%) Connie's Rose	3 3/1(-9%)	(7) Connie's Rose 3/1, Four-time course winner. Very good second of 5 in handicap (3/1) at Salisbury (5f, heavy) 9 days ago, clear of rest. Back up in trip and she has to be high on the shortlist with Hollie Doyle booked. Four-time course winner who's fine on any ground and arrives in good form; should go well.
12 3rd (12) (33/1 +0%) Local Bay	33 33/1(+0%)	(12) Local Bay 33/1, Seventh of 8 in handicap at Brighton (8f, good, 33/1) 13 days ago. Back down in trip and he's probably worth taking on. Does most racing at 7f-1m and has run only once in a sprint; hard to fancy.
2 4th (2) (5/1 +23%) Beyond Equal	5 5/1(+23%)	(2) Beyond Equal 5/1, Twenty runs since last win in 2021. Tongue strap on for 1st time, respectable fourth of 9 in handicap at Windsor (6f, good to firm, 3/1) 22 days ago. Place possibilities. Well handicapped and has just found things conspiring against him lately; one to consider.
10 5th (10) (4/1 +47%) Some Nightmare	4 4/1(+47%)	(10) Some Nightmare 4/1, Three-time C&D winner. Twelve runs since last win in 2022. 11/1, respectable fifth of 13 in handicap at Bath (5.7f, soft) 16 days ago. Cheekpieces back on and should make his presence felt. On a handy mark now and the headgear goes back on; it's hard to find many negatives.
13 6th (13) (33/1 -106%) Savannah Smiles	33 33/1(-106%)	(13) Savannah Smiles 33/1, Latest win at Wolverhampton in March. Eighth of 11 in handicap back at that course 45 days ago. 0-6 on turf and it's probably best to look elsewhere. Three-time AW winner who hasn't achieved much in six turf runs.
1 7th (1) (8/1 +20%) Airshow	8 8/1(+20%)	(1) Airshow 8/1, Latest win at Chelmsford City in March. 10/1, bit below form sixth of 13 in handicap at Bath (5.7f, soft) 16 days ago. Needs a couple of these to falter. Harder to win with now but goes well here and remains capable at this level.
5 8th (5) (33/1 -32%) Concierge	33 33/1(-32%)	(5) Concierge 33/1, 10/1, twelfth of 14 in handicap at Bath (5.7f, soft). Off 6 months and entitled to come on for the run. Returns from seven months off 5lb above his last winning mark; would be suited by any rain.
8 9th (8) (25/1 -108%) Heartrate	25 25/1(-108%)	(8) Heartrate 25/1, 25/1, last of 12 in handicap at Haydock (6f, heavy) 17 days ago. Now 2 lb below last winning mark, so he would have a chance if able to bounce back. Inconsistent; he was eased off when a remote last behind Hiatus last time.

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19:40 Chepstow Handicap (Class 5) 6f Race Class Flow

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

Denied by the narrowest of margins at Salisbury last time out and runner-up at Bath already this season, CONNIE'S ROSE deserves a change in luck and stepping up in trip might help to make the difference. An unlucky fourth when stumbling leaving the stalls at Windsor, Beyond Equal is on a long losing streak but is capable on his day, while Hiatus arrives on the back of a highly creditable second at Haydock last month. Others to note include Airshow, Big Bard and Vape.

Several to consider in this competitive handicap but, that said, CONNIE'S ROSE rates a pretty confident selection on the back of a recent near miss off this mark at Salisbury where she pulled clear of the third. Stepping back up to 6f will be no bad thing and the booking of Hollie Doyle adds to her appeal. Next on the list is Big Bard, while Some Nightmare is third choice ahead of Hiatus and Beyond Equal. Don't rule out prominent showings from Heartrate and Jax Edge either.

Beyond Equal is on the shortlist but three-time C&D winner SOME NIGHTMARE has a lot in his favour back in headgear.

19:50 Killarney Handicap 17f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
3 1st (3) (3/1 +14%) Boher Road	3 3/1(+14%)	(3) Boher Road 3/1, 7/1, career best when winning 16-runner handicap at Navan (13f, good to soft) 17 days ago, driven out. Up in trip. Should go well again. Made all over 1m5f at Navan; stepping up to 2m a slight worry when he can be headstrong.
9 2nd (9) (15/2 +6%) The Banger Doyle	7.5 15/2(+6%)	(9) The Banger Doyle 15/2, Lightly-raced maiden on Flat. Fairly useful winner at 17f in chases. Creditable third of 15 in handicap hurdle at Cork (16f, heavy, 9/2) 43 days ago. Makes handicap debut. Has come up short in fairly ordinary handicap hurdles on his last three appearances.
4 3rd (4) (11/1 +21%) Last Ammo	11 11/1(+21%)	(4) Last Ammo 11/1, 7/1, fifth of 8 in handicap at Navan (14f, good to soft) 7 days ago. Back up in trip. Might be spot on now, so shouldn't be dismissed. Capable 5yo but hasn't run well enough in his last two runs to get the vote.
1 4th (1) (17/2 -113%) Almuhit	8.5 17/2(-113%)	(1) Almuhit 17/2, Tongue strap on for 1st time in this code, respectable 6 lengths fifth of 16 to Boher Road in handicap at Navan (13f, good to soft, 12/1) 17 days ago. Fairly treated and will be suited by the step back up in trip, so makes plenty of appeal. Fairly treated and ran a nice race at Navan behind the dominating winner Boher Road.
6 5th (6) (50/1 -25%) Caradoc	50 50/1(-25%)	(6) Caradoc 50/1, Eighteen runs since last win in 2019. Respectable fifth of 12 in handicap at Listowel (12f, soft, 50/1). Off 7 months. Significantly up in trip. All his best Flat form in Britain was over shorter; below par five runs for current yard.
5 6th (5) (9/2 +36%) Nostra Casa	4.5 9/2(+36%)	(5) Nostra Casa 9/2, Career best when winning 19-runner handicap (8/1) at Navan (13f, good to soft) 17 days ago. Up in trip. Merits respect. Getting high in the weights following a further 7lb rise but he's not easily knocked.
7 7th (7) (14/1 -27%) Neptunes Staircase	14 14/1(-27%)	(7) Neptunes Staircase 14/1, Blinkered for 1st time, sixth of 8 in handicap at Navan (14f, good to soft, 4/1) 7 days ago. Up in trip. Others have achieved more. A case can be made off this mark on his solid maiden form; blinkers an excuse latest.
11 8th (11) (25/1 -56%) Dunvegan	25 25/1(-56%)	(11) Dunvegan 25/1, 25/1, pulled up in handicap hurdle at Fairyhouse (20.6f, heavy) 80 days ago. Fairly useful on the Flat, poor on last Flat outing. Others more persuasive. Useful dual-purpose performer but pulled up hurdling last time after an absence.
8 9th (8) (12/1 +25%) The Tide Turns	12 12/1(+25%)	(8) The Tide Turns 12/1, 40/1, tenth of 14 in handicap hurdle at Naas (22.7f, heavy) 79 days ago. Significantly up in trip. Booking of Kennedy a plus. Tongue strap on 1st time on the Flat. Needs a couple of these to falter. Useful hurdler, though hasn't been at his best of late; formerly very capable on the Flat.
2 10th (2) (11/2 -120%) Highwind	5.5 11/2(-120%)	(2) Highwind 11/2, Fairly useful winner at 16f over hurdles. 28/1, 19¾ lengths last of 10 to Kargese in Champion Juvenile Hurdle at Punchestown (16f, soft) 10 days ago. Potential to do better on Flat debut for the yard. Useful Flat form in France and again over hurdles since joining Willie Mullins.
12 11th (12) (66/1 -32%) Blackberry Jack	66 66/1(-32%)	(12) Blackberry Jack 66/1, Seventh of 9 in handicap at Galway (11.8f, heavy, 16/1). Off 6 months. Significantly up in trip. 16 defeats divided between hurdling and the Flat; will do well to shed maiden status here.
10 12th (10) (6/1 +20%) Byker	6 6/1(+20%)	(10) Byker 6/1, Cheekpieces on for 1st time in this code, 10¼ lengths fourteenth of 19 to Nostra Casa in handicap at Navan (13f, good to soft, 18/1) 17 days ago, not knocked about. Potentially well treated in this sphere and worth noting if the market speaks in his favour. Threatening to lose his way and was well behind on his recent return to the Flat at Navan.

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19:50 Killarney Handicap 17f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

Nostra Casa has won three times from six starts since joining Paul Flynn, beating a subsequent winner (Bay Of Sanibel) into second when successful at Navan on his latest start. The Moyglare cast-off is sure to have plenty of supporters in this competitive heat, with fellow Navan victor Boher Road another leading hope for the in-form Jarlath Fahey yard. For a selection, the Willie Mullins-trained HIGHWIND gets the nod. No worse than third in five outings on the level in France and successful at Deauville, the Zarak bay was again victorious on his debut for current connections over flights at Punchestown in January. Highly tried since, the four-year-old will appreciate this drop in class and with Colin Keane aboard, he should go close. C&D winner Almuhit, The Banger Doyle and Dunvegan, who is better known for his exploits over fences, are others for the shortlist.

ALMUHIT is still on a good mark and shaped well on reappearance with an eye on this step up in trip, so he takes preference over Highwind, who is having his first Flat outing for Willie Mullins. Boher Road is another one to consider.

Plenty of these can be given chances but NEPTUNES STAIRCASE had been coming along nicely until an excusable failure last time.

20:00 Ayr Handicap (Class 4) 7f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
4 (4) (25/1 -127%) Judgment Call	25 25/1(-127%)	(4) Judgment Call 25/1, C&D winner. 6/1, fourth of 6 in handicap at this course (6f, soft). Off 7 months. Back up in trip. Will probably need the run. Wouldn't want rain but even without it his record fresh is not the best.
2 1st (2) (9/4 -13%) Kelpie Grey	2.25 9/4(-13%)	(2) Kelpie Grey 9/4, C&D winner. Career best when winning 6-runner handicap (11/10) at Musselburgh (7.1f, good) 11 days ago, always holding on. Has returned on an upward curve and makes plenty of appeal. Has won three of his last four starts and it was very comfortable in defying a penalty.
7 2nd (7) (4/1 +50%) Bowman	4 4/1(+50%)	(7) Bowman 4/1, Won 9-runner handicap (15/2) at Catterick (7f, good) 14 days ago, staying on strongly to lead late. Remains well treated and should go well again. Not as good as he was but his belated return to turf at Catterick was a winning one.
1 3rd (1) (4/1 +47%) Orbaan	4 4/1(+47%)	(1) Orbaan 4/1, Seventeen runs since last win in 2022. 18/1, respectable sixth of 12 in handicap at Southwell (7.1f) 33 days ago. Has dropped to an attractive mark and should be spot on after that return. On a career-low mark but it looks justified after a string of unplaced efforts.
6 4th (6) (17/2 -21%) Prairie Falcon	8.5 17/2(-21%)	(6) Prairie Falcon 17/2, Course winner. Bit below form eighth of 14 in handicap at Newcastle (7.1f, 4/1) 28 days ago. Shaped well on penultimate outing and blinkers go on for the first time, so worthy of interest. Could be interesting should the new aids assist and he's fine on all ground.
3 5th (3) (4/1 +43%) Archduke Ferdinand	4 4/1(+43%)	(3) Archduke Ferdinand 4/1, Good second of 14 in handicap (9/1) at Newcastle (7.1f) 28 days ago. Should go well again. Strike-rate of 5-20; encouraging return when just missing out on Tapeta.
9 6th (9) (25/1 -127%) Ahamoment	25 25/1(-127%)	(9) Ahamoment 25/1, C&D winner. Latest win at Newcastle in January. 12¾ lengths thirteenth of 14 to Kelpie Grey in handicap at Musselburgh (8f, good to soft, 9/1) 23 days ago. Others make more appeal. Disappointing at Musselburgh even allowing for career-high mark and the step up to 1m.
5 7th (5) (16/1 -129%) Yaaser	16 16/1(-129%)	(5) Yaaser 16/1, C&D winner. 8/1, below form seventh of 13 in handicap at York (7f, heavy). Off 7 months. Likely to strip fitter for this. Rain won't hurt his chances but usually needs a run of two to get going.
8 8th (8) (40/1 -300%) Bowood	40 40/1(-300%)	(8) Bowood 40/1, 5/1, bit below form sixth of 10 in handicap at Southwell (7.1f). Off 99 days. Cheekpieces back on. 13-race maiden who has posted his best figures on the AW; this is at least his trip.

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20:00 Ayr Handicap (Class 4) 7f Race Class Flow

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

KELPIE GREY has notched up two comfortable victories already this season and gets the nod to defy a 6lb rise for his latest Musselburgh success. His stable companion Yaaser was last seen finishing down the field in a York handicap back in October, but that was his final start of a busy campaign and better can be expected off what looks a competitive mark. A smart performer on his day, Orbaan's official rating continues to fall and he is respected in his bid to arrest the slide.

KELPIE GREY has returned better than ever and had something to spare at Musselburgh last time, so he holds excellent claims of completing the hat-trick, with Archduke Ferdinand perhaps the main danger. Recent Catterick scorer Bowman still has plenty of handicapping scope from his reassessed mark, so he's not ruled out.

There are dangers but KELPIE GREY (nap) is thriving and he can defy a further rise in the weights. He's one who won't mind rain.

20:10 Chepstow Handicap (Class 6) 7f - 14 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
6 (6) (50/1 -52%) Dynamite Katie	50 50/1(-52%)	(6) Dynamite Katie 50/1, Last of 13 in handicap at Bath (5.7f, soft, 100/1) 16 days ago. Back up in trip. Won 7f AW maiden in Ireland as 2yo; little of note in Britain despite major weights drop.
9 1st (9) (14/1 -40%) Marchetti	14 14/1(-40%)	(9) Marchetti 14/1, One win from 30 Flat runs. Winner at Kempton in December. Creditable fourth of 12 in handicap (16/1) at Kempton (8f). Off 97 days. Back on turf. Successful return from wind op in December; vulnerable since; first turf run for 3 years.
3 2nd (3) (9/1 -29%) Diamondsinthesand	9 9/1(-29%)	(3) Diamondsinthesand 9/1, One win from 29 Flat runs. 9/1, respectable fourth of 14 in handicap at Leicester (6f, heavy) 17 days ago. 0-14 on turf but unlucky once last July and has twice run well over this C&D.
8 3rd (8) (16/1 -14%) Broxi	16 16/1(-14%)	(8) Broxi 16/1, Latest win at Newcastle in March but below form both outings since. Back on turf. Well held on AW since 7f win in March; losing turf run goes back to October 2022.
12 4th (12) (9/1 -125%) Letter Of The Law	9 9/1(-125%)	(12) Letter Of The Law 9/1, Thirteen runs since last win in 2023. 11/1, very good second of 12 in handicap at Brighton (8f, good) 24 days ago. Fancied to go one better. 2nd in a division of this 12 months ago; creditable return to turf latest; can play a part.
13 5th (13) (20/1 +39%) Destiny's Spirit	20 20/1(+39%)	(13) Destiny's Spirit 20/1, Course winner. Twelve runs since last win in 2022. Ninth of 10 in handicap (80/1) at Wolverhampton (7.2f) 17 days ago. Won three 5f handicaps as 2yo; had fallow season in 2023; stamina query at 7f.
4 6th (4) (11/1 -38%) Fact Or Fable	11 11/1(-38%)	(4) Fact Or Fable 11/1, 3-time C&D winner who probably needed the run after 6 months off when ninth of 13 in handicap at Salisbury (7f, heavy, 22/1) 9 days ago. Won 3 of 6 C&D starts in 2023; on latest winning mark; can improve for recent reappearance.
10 7th (10) (15/2 -25%) Ibiza Rocks	7.5 15/2(-25%)	(10) Ibiza Rocks 15/2, One win from 25 Flat runs. Twenty three runs since last win in 2020. 11/2, respectable fifth of 10 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f) 17 days ago, slowly away. Visor on for 1st time. Not dismissed. Expensive to follow since 2yo win but right down weights; visor replaces other aids.
2 8th (2) (15/2 +63%) Thewaytothestars	7.5 15/2(+63%)	(2) Thewaytothestars 15/2, 33/1, probably needed the run when seventh of 13 in handicap at Bath (8f, good to soft) 25 days ago. This will reveal more. Two wins in August at about 7f/1m, the latest off this mark; bit to prove on last 4 starts.
11 9th (11) (14/1 +13%) Doonbeg Farmer	14 14/1(+13%)	(11) Doonbeg Farmer 14/1, Fourteen runs since last win in 2022 and probably needed the run after 9 months off when sixth of 7 in handicap at Brighton (8f, good) 14 days ago. 0-13 on turf; placed in his only two course starts but others are higher up the list.
1 10th (1) (11/2 +8%) Stella Hogan	5.5 11/2(+8%)	(1) Stella Hogan 11/2, Shaped as if still in good form when fifth of 9 in handicap (13/2) at Wolverhampton (7.2f) 64 days ago. Should remain competitive. Well held in both turf runs (1m) but 7f is her trip; remained in form since October AW win.
5 11th (5) (12/1 -167%) Port Noir	12 12/1(-167%)	(5) Port Noir 12/1, Course winner in April and was soon back to form when third of 10 in handicap (9/1) at Wolverhampton (7.2f) 17 days ago. Not taken lightly. Course wins at 5f/6f; ready 7f AW winner in April; first 7f turf run for nearly 2 years.
7 12th (7) (9/2 +50%) Romanovich	4.5 9/2(+50%)	(7) Romanovich 9/2, C&D winner who found his good run coming to a halt at Wolverhampton (8.6f, 10/3) 87 days ago. May bounce back after a break. Ran flat on AW in February but won a division of this in 2023; better than most.
14 \|PU\| (14) (33/1 +0%) Afterlife	33 33/1(+0%)	(14) Afterlife 33/1, Fourteen runs since last win in 2022. 28/1, sixth of 14 in handicap at Leicester (6f, heavy) 17 days ago. Won 7f Newbury novice as 2yo but out of luck for different yards since.

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20:10 Chepstow Handicap (Class 6) 7f Race Class Flow

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

PORT NOIR was unlucky not to finish closer to the eventual winner after enduring a luckless passage when finishing third over 7f at Wolverhampton last month. Eased 1lb, she gets the vote to go two places better this time around. Marchetti has the ability to play a hand in a race of this nature, while Ibiza Rocks merits a second look sporting a first-time visor.

LETTER OF THE LAW bounced back to form despite making his effort earlier than ideal when runner-up at Brighton last month, so he's the percentage call to go one better. Ibiza Rocks, Port Noir and Stella Hogan are a trio of others with claims in a competitive low-grade affair.

John O'Shea won a division of this last year with ROMANOVICH, who can follow up at the expense of Fact Or Fable.

20:20 Killarney Stakes 14f - 4 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
2 1st (2) (11/8 -10%) Uxmal	1.375 11/8(-10%)	(2) Uxmal 11/8, Useful gelding. Excellent neck second of 8 to Al Nayyir in listed race at Saint-Cloud (13.9f, good to soft, 89/10). Off 7 months. Will take the beating. Listed placed over 1m6f and a late developer who could do better again at five.
4 2nd (4) (11/1 -10%) Enjoy The Dream	11 11/1(-10%)	(4) Enjoy The Dream 11/1, Fairly useful mare. Fairly useful winner at 16f over hurdles. Hooded for 1st time, 23¼ lengths seventh of 10 to Gala Marceau in Prix Alain du Breil at Auteuil (19.4f, soft, 69/1). Off 11 months. Difficult to know quite what to expect after a year out but her ability is respected.
1 3rd (1) (Evens +9%) Bunting	0 Evens(+9%)	(1) Bunting Evens, Fairly useful gelding. Useful winner at 16f over hurdles. 9/1, 18 lengths ninth of 10 to Kargese in Champion Juvenile Hurdle at Punchestown (16f, soft) 10 days ago. Worthy of interest making Flat debut for the yard (won his only start in France). Flat winner in France; winning hurdler who has been coming up shy in Grade 1s.
3 4th (3) (9/1 -13%) Dads Lad	9 9/1(-13%)	(3) Dads Lad 9/1, Useful jumps winner. Pulled up in handicap chase at Aintree (15.8f, good, 14/1). Off 13 months. Remains with potential on the Flat and is worth monitoring in the betting. Last seen pulling up in a competitive 2m handicap chase at Aintree 12 months ago.

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20:20 Killarney Stakes 14f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

With race fitness on his side, BUNTING appears the safest option. The French import has a similar profile to stable companion Highwind, the selection in the previous contest. A winner on debut at Fontainebleau last year, the Tony Bloom-owned four-year-old followed up on his first start over flights at Limerick. Tried at the highest level in three outings since, he reverts to the level now and should appreciate this drop in class. The 106-rated Uxmal is the danger. The five-year-old won on his fifth start at Tramore in September and is clearly going in the right direction after he was since beaten by just a neck in Listed company at Saint-Cloud. Six-time winner Dads Lad and Enjoy The Dream, who won a Grade 2 over flights, are both returning from over a year off and are likely to need the run.

UXMAL found only one too good in listed company in France on his final outing last season and he probably won't need to improve to go one better back down in grade. Stablemates Bunting and Dads Lad both have the scope to improved based on jumps form, so they're both feasible threats.

Uxmal has the best Flat form but with race-fitness on his side a chance is taken with BUNTING. He impressed in his only Flat race.

20:30 Ayr Handicap (Class 6) 7f - 14 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
6 (6) (9/1 +10%) Ballyare	9 9/1(+10%)	(6) Ballyare 9/1, Sixth of 7 in handicap (11/4) at Wetherby (5.5f, soft) 16 days ago, never nearer. Significantly up in trip. Not firing at present. Slow starts have become a habit and all his form is at sprint distances.
3 1st (3) (25/1 -56%) Monhammer	25 25/1(-56%)	(3) Monhammer 25/1, C&D winner. 6/1, below form sixth of 10 in handicap at this C&D (soft), slowly away. Off 7 months. Likely to need the run. Slow ground would be a worry but worthy of respect otherwise off a fair mark.
9 2nd (9) (5/1 +17%) Darbucks	5 5/1(+17%)	(9) Darbucks 5/1, Sixteen runs since last win in 2022. 11/1, creditable third of 11 in handicap at Doncaster (7f, good to soft) 18 days ago, faring best of those ridden prominently. Worth considering. Consistent last year and made the frame on reappearance (7f, soft) despite racing freely.
7 3rd (7) (17/2 -21%) Pembrokeshire	8.5 17/2(-21%)	(7) Pembrokeshire 17/2, Creditable 3¼ lengths third of 7 to Zebra Star in handicap (11/2) at this C&D (good) 12 days ago. Not the easiest to predict. Looks ready to exploit his reduced mark but softening ground would be a negative.
11 4th (11) (14/1 +13%) Homer Stokes	14 14/1(+13%)	(11) Homer Stokes 14/1, Fourth of 6 in handicap at Musselburgh (7.1f, good, 10/1) 11 days ago. Others make more appeal. Hasn't won on turf since his debut nearly three years ago; well-held 4th here last time.
1 5th (1) (3/1 -9%) Highfield Viking	3 3/1(-9%)	(1) Highfield Viking 3/1, Latest win at Thirsk in April. 5/4, respectable third of 9 in handicap at Catterick (7f, good) 14 days ago. In good order and drops in grade, so makes plenty of appeal. Back in good order since the blinkers went on and thereabouts.
2 6th (2) (5/1 +38%) Classy Al	5 5/1(+38%)	(2) Classy Al 5/1, Unreliable individual. C&D winner. 10/3, sixth of 9 in handicap at this C&D (good) 15 days ago, very slowly away. Hood back on. Tricky ride who needs everything to drop right. Not for the first time he was slowly away returned to 7f here two weeks ago.
10 7th (10) (6/1 -20%) Zebra Star	6 6/1(-20%)	(10) Zebra Star 6/1, Won 7-runner handicap (11/2) at this C&D (good) 12 days ago. Remains fairly treated and could get involved once again. Back from a break to win over C&D 12 days ago (good) when allowed to dominate.
13 8th (13) (18/1 -13%) Desert Dream	18 18/1(-13%)	(13) Desert Dream 18/1, Creditable fifth of 12 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f, 12/1) 34 days ago, never nearer. Step back up in trip will suit and he could make his presence felt. Stayed on well on the AW last time and returning to 7f bodes well.
14 9th (14) (100/1 -100%) Bloomin Robbery	100 100/1(-100%)	(14) Bloomin Robbery 100/1, 125/1, last of 20 in handicap at this course (5f, good to soft). Off 7 months. Significantly up in trip. Only had the eight starts but last season faded away and she's unraced beyond 6f.
5 \|U\| (5) (17/2 +15%) Gobi Sunset	8.5 17/2(+15%)	(5) Gobi Sunset 17/2, Course winner. Creditable third of 6 in handicap at Musselburgh (7.1f, good, 11/4) 11 days ago. Should give another good account. Weather is worrying as he's never looked overly happy with give underfoot.
4 10th (4) (28/1 -40%) Laura's Breeze	28 28/1(-40%)	(4) Laura's Breeze 28/1, Latest win at Southwell in March. Tenth of 13 in handicap (18/1) at Beverley (7.4f, good) 8 days ago. Not easy to make a case for. Both wins and best form has come over 7f on the AW; dropped right out last time.
8 11th (8) (33/1 -106%) Bulls Aye	33 33/1(-106%)	(8) Bulls Aye 33/1, Unreliable type. Last of 9 in handicap at Newcastle (8f, 11/1) 18 days ago, very slowly away. Has a bit to prove at present. Three-time winner but doesn't arrive here in much form and wants further these days.
12 12th (12) (28/1 -75%) Sound Of Iona	28 28/1(-75%)	(12) Sound Of Iona 28/1, Course winner. Twenty runs since last win in 2022. Eighth of 10 in handicap at this course (5f, good, 11/1) 12 days ago. Significantly back up in trip. Regressive mare who has not won since 2022 and sprinting is more her thing..

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

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

HIGHFIELD VIKING was sent off a warm order when third at Catterick, but eased 1lb and dropping in grade, he shades preference. Recent C&D winner Zebra Star looks the main danger, although she was allowed an easy time of things on the front end that day and a similar scenario is unlikely. Darbucks is also a habitual prominent racer and after a pleasing third on his reappearance at Doncaster, he can go well, especially if Harry Davies can control his exuberance in the early exchanges.

HIGHFIELD VIKING shaped as if still in top form when well supported at Catterick last time and, with this stiffer track in his favour, he's the one to side with down in grade. Zebra Star is a definite player having made a winning return over C&D and Darbucks is likely to be on the premises after shaping well at Doncaster recently.

The 5yo DARBUCKS looks sure to feature if building on his encouraging return at Doncaster. Highfield Viking is second choice.

20:40 Chepstow Handicap (Class 6) 12f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 (1) (10/1 -82%) The Pug	10 10/1(-82%)	(1) The Pug 10/1, Unreliable type. Creditable third of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (9.5f, 14/1) 40 days ago, running on. Back up in trip and it remains to be seen if he'll back that up now returned to turf. Tom Marquand boasts a decent record for the yard but the switch to turf is the unknown.
8 (8) (11/1 -69%) Starfighter	11 11/1(-69%)	(8) Starfighter 11/1, 9/1, seventh of 8 in handicap at Newcastle (12.4f) 36 days ago. That wasn't one of his better runs but effort at Kempton on penultimate start was decent and a reproduction of that would put him firmly in the picture. Will always be reliant on a good pace but capable off this mark if things fall his way.
7 1st (7) (2/1 +39%) Cherryhawk	2 2/1(+39%)	(7) Cherryhawk 2/1, 20/1, first run since leaving Dominic Ffrench Davis when creditable second of 11 in handicap at Bath (11.6f, soft) 16 days ago. Likely to make a bold bid to go one better here. Solid debut for her new yard from the front recently (soft); entitled to come on from that.
4 2nd (4) (6/1 +63%) Taritino	6 6/1(+63%)	(4) Taritino 6/1, Thirteen runs since last win in 2022. 12/1, respectable seventh of 16 in handicap hurdle at Taunton (16.5f, good) 20 days ago. Latest effort in this sphere was respectable but not good enough to suggest he'll be up to winning this. Goes beyond 1m2f for the first time and stamina to prove; temptation is to look elsewhere.
9 3rd (9) (15/2 -36%) Merry Minister	7.5 15/2(-36%)	(9) Merry Minister 15/2, Latest win at Lingfield in February. 4/1, good second of 10 in handicap at Chelmsford City (14f) 12 days ago. Just 1 lb higher back on turf. Place possibilities. Fairly treated back on turf and a good test over this trip should be fine; player.
2 4th (2) (7/1 +50%) Adrian	7 7/1(+50%)	(2) Adrian 7/1, 16/1, last of 4 in handicap at Ayr (15f, good) 12 days ago. Dropped 5 lb on the back of that but this 7-y-o is worth taking on all the same. The handicapper's easing off quickly but he's still hard to recommend.
3 5th (3) (7/2 -17%) Louisiana Bay	3.5 7/2(-17%)	(3) Louisiana Bay 7/2, Latest win at Lingfield in April. 5/6, respectable second of 10 in handicap at Southwell (11.1f) 32 days ago. Well held sole previous start on turf, which is a worry, but she will be a threat if able to replicate her recent AW form now back on grass. Favourite for seven of her eight AW runs this year; needs to prove she can do it on turf.
5 6th (5) (22/1 -38%) Chester Tonik	22 22/1(-38%)	(5) Chester Tonik 22/1, Unreliable type. Pulled up in novice hurdle at Wincanton (15.2f, good, 150/1) 23 days ago. Fair on the Flat but will need to pull out more tried in cheekpieces if he's to play a leading role here. Tried in cheekpieces after another poor effort over hurdles; would be a surprise winner.
10 7th (10) (8/1 +76%) Mardoof	8 8/1(+76%)	(10) Mardoof 8/1, Fifth of 6 in handicap hurdle at Exeter (18.5f, heavy, 28/1) 37 days ago. Below form on latest appearance in this sphere some 570 days ago. Three poor efforts over hurdles since returning from eight months off; has it to prove.
6 \|PU\| (6) (18/1 -157%) Fred Bear	18 18/1(-157%)	(6) Fred Bear 18/1, Below form fifth of 10 in handicap hurdle at Hereford (25.5f, good to soft, 5/1) 175 days ago. Absent since and drops in trip here. Unlikely he'll be far away if fully tuned-up for this. His four Flat wins have come over 1m6f-2m; nothing to suggest he's best caught fresh.

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20:40 Chepstow Handicap (Class 6) 12f Race Class Flow

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

The largely consistent CHERRYHAWK made a pleasing seasonal reappearance when finishing second over an extended 1m3f at Bath last month and she is capable of going one better. Merry Minister was collared in the shadows of the post at Chelmsford most recently and is likely to be competitive once again, while Louisiana Bay scored with plenty in hand on her penultimate start at Lingfield and may have found a quick turnaround too much under a 5lb penalty at Southwell the following week.

It could be worth chancing STARFIGHTER, who hasn't scored on turf for the best part of two years but he's able to ply his trade off a pretty attractive mark these days and the 8-y-o shaped as though his turn was near when third at Kempton on his penultimate start. Cherryhawk put in a good shift on debut for new yard at Bath recently and she is feared most. If Louisiana Bay is able to back up her recent all-weather form now returned to turf she will be a threat, too.

More questions than answers but perhaps STARFIGHTER will get a decent pace to track back on turf. Rain would suit Cherryhawk.

21:00 Ayr Handicap (Class 6) 13f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
3 1st (3) (11/4 -83%) Tafsir	2.75 11/4(-83%)	(3) Tafsir 11/4, Showed benefit of his reappearance when runner-up in a C&D handicap last month and unsuited by the way the race developed when third of 4 in handicap back here (15f) 12 days ago. Of interest back down in trip. Backward step last time but usually consistent and rain won't hurt her chances.
6 2nd (6) (18/1 -80%) Laudable	18 18/1(-80%)	(6) Laudable 18/1, Havana Gold gelding who finished well held on return/yard debut when last of 7 in handicap (11/2) at this C&D (good to soft) 15 days ago. Cheekpieces back on and this should reveal more. Ex-Irish maiden who finished last on stable debut over C&D 15 days ago (good).
4 3rd (4) (7/1 -40%) Yakhabar	7 7/1(-40%)	(4) Yakhabar 7/1, Gained a second career success at Newcastle (12.5f) in April and latest effort at Musselburgh was respectable. No forlorn hope operating just 1 lb above last winning mark. Dual Newcastle winner (1m4f, AW) this year but 0-7 on turf; rain not welcomed.
1 4th (1) (2/1 +56%) Knights Affair	2 2/1(+56%)	(1) Knights Affair 2/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 18/1, produced best effort to date when third of 10 in maiden at Southwell (11.1f) in September. Unexposed granted this sort of test and respected on return with his yard amongst the winners. Has the form to feature but something to prove should conditions turn soft.
7 5th (7) (9/4 +25%) Billy Bathgate	2.25 9/4(+25%)	(7) Billy Bathgate 9/4, Boasts just the one win from 27 starts on Flat but that came over C&D and he lines up in good form, third of 7 in handicap at this C&D (good to soft, 11/2) 15 days ago. Likely to be in the mix again. In form but has a poor conversion rate and there are doubts about him on soft ground.
5 6th (5) (40/1 -150%) Masterminding	40 40/1(-150%)	(5) Masterminding 40/1, Struggled to make an impact all 4 starts in handicaps at up to 14f for Heather Main in 2022 and best watched on this belated return to action for his new stable. Beat just one rival in four appearances in 2022 and left Heather Main for only £2,500.
2 7th (2) (100/1 -203%) Ivynator	100 100/1(-203%)	(2) Ivynator 100/1, Dual AW winner for Charlie Fellowes but well beaten over hurdles for present stable and fared no better back on Flat when last of 5 in handicap at Musselburgh (2m) in September. Passed over on return. Unplaced in seven hurdles starts before his struggles continued back on the Flat.

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21:00 Ayr Handicap (Class 6) 13f Race Class Flow

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

TAFSIR (second) finished ahead of Billy Bathgate (third) when the pair met over C&D last month and she can put a subsequent below-par effort behind her to confirm superiority en route to victory this time around. The unexposed Knights Affair is stepping up to this trip for the first time on just his second start in a handicap, so he commands respect.

TAFSIR was unsuited by the way the race developed over further here last time but she'd previously highlighted her turn could be imminent again when runner-up over C&D and she earns the vote to come out on top. Knights Affair is easily one of the least exposed and market support behind him on return would look significant for the in-form David O'Meara stable. Billy Bathgate is also in the mix.

Despite a forgettable run here 12 days ago, TAFSIR still has the most compelling credentials. She's consistent in the main.

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Tomform Tuesday 14th May 2024

Races & Results Tuesday 14th May 2024

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14:15 Beverley Stakes (Class 5) 5f Race Class Flow

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14:30 Southwell Handicap Chase (Class 5) 20f Race Class Flow

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14:45 Beverley Seller (Class 6) 5f Race Class Flow

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15:00 Southwell Handicap Chase (Class 4) 24f Race Class Flow

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15:15 Beverley Handicap (Class 5) 5f Race Class Flow

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15:30 Southwell NH Flat Race (Class 5) 16f Race Class Flow

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15:45 Beverley Handicap (Class 5) 5f Race Class Flow

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16:00 Southwell NH Flat Race (Class 5) 16f Race Class Flow

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16:15 Beverley Handicap (Class 5) 8f Race Class Flow

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16:30 Southwell Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 16f Race Class Flow

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16:45 Beverley Handicap (Class 5) 10f Race Class Flow

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17:05 Southwell Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 16f Race Class Flow

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17:15 Beverley Handicap (Class 6) 12f Race Class Flow

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17:20 Killarney Maiden 8f Race Speed Rating Flow

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17:35 Southwell Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 20f Race Class Flow

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17:40 Chepstow Handicap (Class 6) 8f Race Class Flow

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17:50 Killarney Stakes 8f Race Speed Rating Flow

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18:10 Chepstow Handicap (Class 6) 8f Race Class Flow

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18:20 Killarney Maiden 8f Race Speed Rating Flow

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18:30 Ayr Maiden (Class 5) 6f Race Class Flow

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18:40 Chepstow Maiden (Class 5) 5f Race Class Flow

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18:50 Killarney Handicap 8f Race Speed Rating Flow

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19:00 Ayr Handicap (Class 6) 10f Race Class Flow

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19:10 Chepstow Handicap (Class 6) 5f Race Class Flow

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19:20 Killarney Handicap 8f Race Speed Rating Flow