There were 65 Races on Saturday 1st June 2024 across 9 meetings. There was 7 races at Worcester, 7 races at Musselburgh, 7 races at Listowel, 6 races at Hexham, 8 races at Epsom, 7 races at Tramore, 8 races at Doncaster, 8 races at Stratford, 7 races at Lingfield, no doubt Tomform helped you find a winner.
Races & Results Saturday 1st June 2024
The data in the racecards below is for the past year. View the racecard key.
(7) What A Steal 20/1, Record rather mixed over hurdles and he was ultimately well held equipped with first-time cheekpieces added to tongue tie (retained here) when sixth of 7 in handicap chase at Huntingdon (23.6f) 23 days ago. Not the easiest to weigh up on the back of that. 0-6 over hurdles; lacked fluency and was well beaten on recent chasing debut.
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2nd (8) (28/1 -40%) Camino Rocio
28
28/1(-40%)
(8) Camino Rocio 28/1, Milan gelding who was ridden more prominently than previously but fared no better than on stable debut when fifth of 10 in handicap hurdle at Ffos Las (20f) 25 days ago. Switch to chasing needs to have positive effect now. Safely held in both handicap hurdles; improvement needed on chasing debut.
11
3rd (11) (8/1 -23%) Gone In Sixty
8
8/1(-23%)
(11) Gone In Sixty 8/1, Long-standing maiden who ran well folllwing 6 months off when fifth of 10 in handicap hurdle at Market Rasen (16.6f) 3 weeks ago. Entitled to be a little sharper with that under his belt but others more appealing for win purposes. 0-19 overall but was placed here in September and ran well over hurdles last month.
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4th (3) (16/1 -146%) Brandt
16
16/1(-146%)
(3) Brandt 16/1, Exploits mixed over hurdles but was shaping up encouragingly (looked sure to be placed) when unseating 2 out on chase debut at Uttoxeter (20.9f) 2 weeks ago. Entitled to improve for the experience and he's worth chancing to build on that. Keeping on in third before penultimate-fence unseat on recent chasing debut; shortlisted.
5
5th (5) (66/1 -65%) Caro Des Flos
66
66/1(-65%)
(5) Caro Des Flos 66/1, Veteran who registered back-to-victories at Market Rasen last winter. Mark rose considerably as a result and he's yet to feature in a couple of starts so far this spring. Need to see more before becoming of interest again. Ended 2023 in excellent form (two wins) but has looked out of sorts this spring.
10
6th (10) (9/2 +31%) Royal Sam
4.5
9/2(+31%)
(10) Royal Sam 9/2, Point winner who showed promise over hurdles and similar story over fences for new yard, shaping better than distance beaten suggests following a chance ending mistake at Stratford (22.6f) 23 days ago. Not one to write off having eased further in weights. Switched to chasing for new stable this year and not beaten far on any of four attempts.
14
7th (14) (6/1 +20%) Exclusive Getaway
6
6/1(+20%)
(14) Exclusive Getaway 6/1, Raised his game a touch third on handicap hurdle debut at Kempton (2m) in April but appeared to have no excuses when eighth of 11 at Uttoxeter (15.7f) latest. Operating from a basement mark if switch to chasing has positive effect at least. Placed off today's mark on handicap hurdle debut in April; makes chasing debut today.
2
8th (2) (9/2 +18%) Hobie
4.5
9/2(+18%)
(2) Hobie 9/2, rish point winner who landed a 2m maiden hurdle here 13 months ago and comes here having filled runners-up spot on each of his last 2 starts over fences, albeit posing no threat to winner at Warwick (3m) 3 weeks ago. Possibilities again dropped back in trip. Course winner over hurdles and runner-up in two recent chases; high on the list.
12
9th (12) (150/1 -200%) Always Force It
150
150/1(-200%)
(12) Always Force It 150/1, Shaped well in pair of handicap hurdles for Gavin Cromwell in the autumn but no show in 4 starts for present yard. Goes chasing now with a good deal to prove. Struggled to get competitive on all four hurdling starts for new stable this spring.
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|F| (6) (8/1 +27%) Chemical Warfare
8
8/1(+27%)
(6) Chemical Warfare 8/1, Won over fences at Newcastle for Tjade Collier last May and placed over hurdles later that month. Had wind op ahead of last month's return/yard debut fourth over hurdles and no great surprise to see a better showing with that under his belt/returned to chasing. Chase winner last spring and made fairly encouraging stable debut over hurdles last month.
4
|F| (4) (66/1 +0%) Phil Healy
66
66/1(+0%)
(4) Phil Healy 66/1, Bits and pieces of form for Graeme McPherson back in 2021 but has been operating below best in 2 starts since returning from a lengthy absence over hurdles. Others make greater appeal now attentions switch to chasing. Returned from mammoth absence with two down-the-field hurdle runs; chase debut today.
9
|U| (9) (9/1 -50%) Bensini
9
9/1(-50%)
(9) Bensini 9/1, Hurdles winner who has made a good start in this sphere, again finding only one too good at Southwell (20.4f) in October. Excuses on account of the ground later that month and conditions here rate more suitable. Possibilities back from a break. Course winner over hurdles last summer and made good start to chasing career; good chance.
1
10th (1) (9/2 +59%) Gieves
4.5
9/2(+59%)
(1) Gieves 9/2, Responded well to fitting of a hood when opening his account over hurdles in maiden company here (2m) last summer. Excuses on 2 of his 3 starts since in that sphere since returning from a break and not discounted now chasing with cheekpieces enlisted. Has not progresses from his maiden hurdle win in September; chasing debut today.
13
11th (13) (25/1 -108%) Bahio Boum
25
25/1(-108%)
(13) Bahio Boum 25/1, Shaped with encouragement when third of 8 in bumper here on debut in September. No impact over hurdles, including on handicap debut/following a break recently but it remains early days and market confidence behind him now chasing would look significant. With top stable and remains unexposed but made underwhelming handicap hurdle debut in May.
12:40 Worcester Handicap Chase (Class 5)
20f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 5 race.
HOBIE was well beaten into second over 3m at Warwick last month, but the handicapper has dropped him 1lb for that display. With Harry Cobden booked and the drop in trip a good move, he could be the one to beat. Chemical Warfare could only manage fourth over the smaller obstacles at Southwell last time and he is an interesting contender back in this sphere on only his second start for the David Pipe stable. Gieves completes the shortlist.
BRANDT's exploits over hurdles were mixed but he was shaping encouragingly (looked sure to be placed) when unseating 2 out on chase debut at Uttoxeter 2 weeks ago and he could just be worth chancing to build on that effort given his low-mileage profile in this sphere. Royal Sam remains with unfinished business as a chaser and he's feared, along with chase-debutant Gieves and Chemical Warfare.
He has been absent for 226 days but BENSINI won over hurdles here when fresh last summer and gets the nod.
(2) Kennack Bay 13/2, Maiden hurdler who looked set to make a winning chase debut when falling 2 out at Newton Abbot (25.7f) 2 years ago. Still in front when unseating 2 out at Huntingdon (23.6f) on his sole outing since and he needs considering from same mark provided his jumping holds up. In front before coming to grief at penultimate fence in both chases; must be considered.
3
2nd (3) (4/1 +50%) Just In A Bit
4
4/1(+50%)
(3) Just In A Bit 4/1, Placed both starts between the flags and he's shaped with promise in handful of starts over hurdles, again failing to see things out when fourth of 14 in handicap at Exeter (23f) 6 weeks ago. Appeals as being on a workable mark and not discounted now sent chasing. Safely held when making the frame in two handicap hurdles this spring; chase debut today.
4
3rd (4) (33/1 +34%) Song Of Earth
33
33/1(+34%)
(4) Song Of Earth 33/1, A three-time winner for Margaret Mullins in Ireland but he's been well below that level in 6 starts for new yard. Has struggled since joining current stable in 2022.
12
4th (12) (4/1 +11%) Ballinoulart
4
4/1(+11%)
(12) Ballinoulart 4/1, Offered little in trio of starts over hurdles but proving consistent over larger obstacles, again making the places back from 4 months off when third at Uttoxeter (20.9f) 2 weeks ago. May be sharper with that run under his belt and visor goes on now. 0-7 over fences but yet to finish outside of the frame; probably won't be far away.
10
5th (10) (33/1 -32%) Play By The Rules
33
33/1(-32%)
(10) Play By The Rules 33/1, Failed to fire over hurdles last term and fared no better for switch to chasing when fourth of 6 in handicap at Huntingdon (19.9f) 11 days ago. Needs to step up plenty on that. Became disappointing over hurdles last season and was safely held on recent chase debut.
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6th (13) (25/1 -56%) Kooky
25
25/1(-56%)
(13) Kooky 25/1, Reached the frame in first 2 hurdles but has failed to kick on since sent into handicaps and was pulled up on chase debut following a wind op at Hereford in April. Now tried in cheekpieces. Well beaten in all three handicap hurdles and again disappointed on his chasing debut.
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7th (11) (9/1 -13%) Est Illic
9
9/1(-13%)
(11) Est Illic 9/1, 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) in April, collared close home. Not disgraced when fourth at Southwell since but he may find a couple too good again. Ran game race in defeat two starts ago but others have more persuasive profiles.
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8th (5) (10/1 +29%) Getthepot
10
10/1(+29%)
(5) Getthepot 10/1, Successful twice in handicap chases at Huntingdon in 2022 and best effort since when runner-up at Exeter (19.2f) in October. Not in quite the same form final 2 starts last year but returns with yard amongst the winners, so interesting if supported back from 166 days off. Became rather disappointing last year and has fitness to prove today.
7
|PU| (7) (9/1 -13%) Catuaba
9
9/1(-13%)
(7) Catuaba 9/1, Made a winning handicap debut over hurdles at Warwick (25f) last May but pulled up on his first chase start at Taunton when last seen out six months ago. Needs to hit the ground running. Absent since flopping badly on chase debut in November but can't be written off after that.
8
|PU| (8) (11/1 -38%) Top Of The Bay
11
11/1(-38%)
(8) Top Of The Bay 11/1, First piece of worthwhile form when third of 9 in a handicap chase at Southwell (20.4f) in April, that despite not always being the most fluent. Disappointed back over hurdles at that venue since and cheekpieces now added returned to chasing. Placed in 2m4f chase in April; up in trip with cheekpieces added here; still low mileage.
9
|PU| (9) (14/1 +79%) Blackwater
14
14/1(+79%)
(9) Blackwater 14/1, Sold cheaply after 3 starts for Gordon Elliott and having displayed a little more on yard debut early last year, he failed to build on that in 2 starts over hurdles/fences thereafter. Has good deal to prove back from over a year off. Struggled when a big-priced outsider for chase/handicap debut in March 2023; absent since.
6
|PU| (6) (17/2 +6%) Optimistic Joe
8.5
17/2(+6%)
(6) Optimistic Joe 17/2, £60,000 purchase after finishing third in a point last March and some promise in handful of starts over hurdles. Blinkers reached for on chase debut and he could yet have more to offer. 0-5 over hurdles but his Irish point debut in 2023 bodes well for his chasing prospects.
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|PU| (1) (22/1 -83%) Easkey Lad
22
22/1(-83%)
(1) Easkey Lad 22/1, Improved to win a pair of 3m Ffos Las handicaps last summer. Mixed record thereafter but possible he needed his first start for 8 months at Bangor 2 weeks ago. Comes here back on last winning mark and better showing anticipated. Dual 3m chase winner last spring but well beaten last month, after a layoff.
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|PU| (14) (50/1 +50%) Doyens De Ante
50
50/1(+50%)
(14) Doyens De Ante 50/1, In good form last spring, scoring at Chepstow and following up at Huntingdon. Has offered precious little since returning from 8 months off in January so can only be watched at present. Blinkers applied. Dual chase winner last spring but has looked badly out of sorts this year.
13:10 Worcester Handicap Chase (Class 5)
23f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 5 race.
BALLINOULART returned from a 116-day break to hit the frame over 2m5f at Uttoxeter on his latest outing and he is 1lb lower for that performance. Alastair Ralph's six-year-old holds strong claims to get his head in front for the first time, with his main danger possibly being Top Of The Bay, who finished fourth at Southwell over hurdles last time and it would be no surprise to see him get involved back over fences. Easkey Lad is another to keep an eye on.
KENNACK BAY not for the first time was still in front when unseating 2 out on his belated return to action at Huntingdon 37 days ago and he could just be worth siding with to confirm the promise of that run from his unchanged mark. Ballinoulart has proved consistent in defeat over fences and is feared, with chase-debutants Just In A Bit and Optimistic Joe others to consider. Easkey Lad is another to bear in mind operating from his last winning mark.
Ben Pauling's KENNACK BAY can evidently be very competitive off his current mark and is selected in the hope he can avoid mishap here.
(2) Persica 9/2, Dual winner at 2 who has run well on both starts this season, including back in handicap company when fourth of 13 at Newbury (10f) weeks ago, putting in a sustained run from a long way back. Should go well again. 16-1, ran on well from the back when 4th of 16 in London Gold Cup at Newbury (1m2f, good).
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2nd (8) (5/2 +38%) Portsmouth
2.5
5/2(+38%)
(8) Portsmouth 5/2, Promise in 3 starts on the AW at 2 yrs and, gelded during the winter, he improved switched to turf when scoring in good style on his reappearance/handicap debut here (8.5f) in April. Did well under the circumstances when runner-up at Goodwood since and remains open to improvement. Comfortable winner here (8.5f, good) and good second of six at Goodwood (1m2f, heavy).
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3rd (6) (28/1 -75%) Redhot Whisper
28
28/1(-75%)
(6) Redhot Whisper 28/1, Fairly useful maiden who was placed again in a first-time hood and tongue strap in 8-runner maiden at Nottingham (8.3f, good) 11 days ago, running on. Tends to race freely, so the step up in trip isn't sure to be in his favour on handicap debut. Kept hanging left in the closing stages last time; new trip; others are more persuasive.
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4th (11) (14/1 -40%) Blake
14
14/1(-40%)
(11) Blake 14/1, Showed improved form to get off the mark on just his second start in a handicap in 9-runner event at Sandown (8f, soft) 9 days ago. Up in trip and may do better still. Steady progress, winning a nine-runner handicap at Sandown (1m, soft) nine days ago.
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5th (4) (10/1 +29%) Grey Cuban
10
10/1(+29%)
(4) Grey Cuban 10/1, Came out on top switched to all-weather in a 8.6f Wolverhampton novice in April, pulling 6 lengths clear. Proved to be a disappointment on handicap debut at Chester last time, though. Significantly up in trip. Clearly needs better and he's a free-going sort, so 1m2f may not help.
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6th (9) (14/1 -27%) Cool Legend
14
14/1(-27%)
(9) Cool Legend 14/1, Son of Sea The Stars who displayed race-by-race progress in a trio of AW maidens last year, proving determined when opening his account at Kempton (11f) in December. Gelded thereafter and wasn't disgraced on turf/handicap debut at York (11.8f) 16 days ago. York was disappointing but it's far too early to rule out improvement and trip could suit.
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7th (5) (15/2 +32%) Whiskey Pete
7.5
15/2(+32%)
(5) Whiskey Pete 15/2, Made the frame all 3 starts in maidens and took a step forward to make a winning nursery debut at York (7.9f) in October, finding extra when challenged. Lost action when pulled up on return there 16 days ago and isn't far too soon to be writing him off. Promising win on handicap debut at York (1m, soft) as 2yo; ran a shocker on reappearance.
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8th (3) (7/1 +42%) Golden West
7
7/1(+42%)
(3) Golden West 7/1, Decisive winner of minor events at Newcastle and Epsom both starts at 2yrs and has faced stiff tasks on both his outings this season, off the bridle a long way out when running about as well as could be expected in Chester Vase last month. This is more suitable but improvement needed nonetheless. Perhaps stretched by 1m4f; needs improvement but sights are lowered somewhat from Group 3s.
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9th (1) (28/1 -100%) Hot Fuss
28
28/1(-100%)
(1) Hot Fuss 28/1, Pretty useful but exposed and ran below his reappearance form upped in trip when fourth of 7 at Newmarket (10f) 27 days ago. Cheekpieces on for 1st time. Consistent sort but he does not look on a great mark; cheekpieces go on.
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10th (7) (7/1 +0%) Bubbles Wonky
7
7/1(+0%)
(7) Bubbles Wonky 7/1, Confirmed debut promise when off the mark at Catterick in October and ran well under a penalty when second there (7f, good) 19 days ago. Opening mark no gimme but is bred to be suited by the markedly longer trip and the booking of Buick an obvious plus. Three 7f races; bred much more for 1m2f+ and he's an interesting handicap debutant.
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11th (12) (33/1 +0%) Commander Crouch
33
33/1(+0%)
(12) Commander Crouch 33/1, 7f winner for Richard Hannon at 2 but has been below form all 3 starts for new yard this year, including when only seventh of 9 to Blame at Sandown last week. Up in trip. Ran on from a detached last when sixth of 11 to Portsmouth over 8.5f here two starts back.
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12th (10) (25/1 -79%) Prepschool
25
25/1(-79%)
(10) Prepschool 25/1, Winner at 2 yrs who seemed to find the London Gold Cup too competitive at Newbury (10f, good to firm) 14 days ago. Others appeal more. Contested three 1m2f handicaps this term, easily best of those when third at Sandown.
13:25 Epsom Handicap (Class 2) 10f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 2 race.
A taking winner on his penultimate start here in April, PORTSMOUTH since ran with plenty of credit when second at Goodwood on his first try this distance, and the form of that race has worked out particularly well in the interim. Andrew Balding's charge gets the vote ahead of unexposed handicap debutant Bubbles Wonky, as well as Blake, who may improve for going up in trip after a determined success over 1m at Sandown. Others to note include Golden West, Persica and Whiskey Pete.
PORTSMOUTH did well to last as long as he did at Goodwood last month, considering the combination of a step up in trip/much more testing ground and a refusal to settle, so he remains of firm interest, especially now back at the scene of his reappearance success. Persica put in a sustained run from a long way back at Newbury on his most recent outing and ought to go well again, with Bubbles Wonky an interesting handicap debutant upped to a trip that promises to suit.
The most solid claims belong to PORTSMOUTH who gets the vote ahead of Persica, Bubbles Wonky and Blake.
(4) Harry With Style 20/1, Tenth of 11 in handicap (11/1) at Nottingham (5f, heavy) 42 days ago. Chance if rediscovering old form. 7lb below last winning mark, but moderate so far this year and carries too many risks.
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1st (8) (7/2 +13%) Ski Angel
3.5
7/2(+13%)
(8) Ski Angel 7/2, 1 win from 2 runs this year. Latest win at Ayr in May. 5/2, eighth of 11 in handicap at Hamilton (6f, good) 15 days ago so needs to bounce back. Not as effective over 6f so last run can be forgiven; big player back over 5f.
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2nd (3) (4/1 +60%) Jack Of Clubs
4
4/1(+60%)
(3) Jack Of Clubs 4/1, Eleventh of 13 in handicap (12/1) at Leicester (6f, good) 21 days ago. Looks competitive at these weights if back on his A-game. 1-17; booking of Silvestre De Sousa catches the eye, but the drop to 5f poses a question.
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3rd (9) (5/1 +33%) Doon The Glen
5
5/1(+33%)
(9) Doon The Glen 5/1, Seventh of 10 in handicap (3/1) at Ayr (6f, good to firm) 10 days ago, never nearer. Visor back on. Needs a couple of these to falter. 0-15 but runner-up in two of his last four starts; may prefer a stiffer 5f than this.
14
4th (14) (9/1 +44%) Kyber Crystal
9
9/1(+44%)
(14) Kyber Crystal 9/1, One win from 27 Flat runs. Below form sixth of 11 in handicap at Beverley (5f, soft, 18/1) 3 days ago. Hard to warm to. 1-27, but has become regressive including in three starts for this yard; look elsewhere.
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5th (7) (14/1 -155%) Global Humor
14
14/1(-155%)
(7) Global Humor 14/1, Unreliable sort. Creditable fourth of 11 in handicap (7/2) at Hamilton (6f, good) 15 days ago, nearest finish. Can give a good account if on song again. Rarely seen over 5f these days and his tendency to miss the break won't help matters.
12
6th (12) (12/1 -20%) Canaria Prince
12
12/1(-20%)
(12) Canaria Prince 12/1, C&D winner. Looked rusty after 6 months off when fourth of 7 in handicap (13/2) at Catterick (5f, soft) 9 days ago. Blinkers back on and can take a step forward. Back off last winning mark and may be better for recent return; drying ground a plus.
13
7th (13) (20/1 -43%) Captain Corcoran
20
20/1(-43%)
(13) Captain Corcoran 20/1, Nineteen runs since last win in 2022. Only fifth of 8 in handicap at Hamilton (5f, good, 15/2) 15 days ago. Others more persuasive. Just out of the weights and drawn low but capable of big run if the ground remains testing.
10
8th (10) (33/1 +0%) Mews House
33
33/1(+0%)
(10) Mews House 33/1, Seventh of 8 in handicap at Hamilton (5f, good, 9/1) 15 days ago. Others appeal more. 13lb below last winning mark, but not shown enough since to suggest he can take advantage.
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9th (1) (14/1 -17%) Stallone
14
14/1(-17%)
(1) Stallone 14/1, Latest win at Newcastle in March. 16/1, eighth of 10 in handicap at Nottingham (5f, good to firm) 22 days ago. Can make presence felt if shrugging off latest effort. Back off last winning mark and very suited by a soft surface, but may not be well drawn.
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10th (5) (6/1 -50%) Golden Rainbow
6
6/1(-50%)
(5) Golden Rainbow 6/1, Latest win at Newcastle in March. Raced wide and not seen to best effect when fourth of 13 in handicap (4/1) at Catterick (5f, good) 19 days ago. Has to be taken seriously eased 1 lb. 0-13 on turf but ran well at Catterick last time; drying ground in his favour.
11
11th (11) (150/1 -127%) Onthebunny
150
150/1(-127%)
(11) Onthebunny 150/1, 80/1, last of 11 in handicap at Hamilton (6f, good) 15 days ago. 0-8; beaten a long way in three starts for this yard since returning from a long absence.
2
12th (2) (20/1 +39%) Eternal Sunshine
20
20/1(+39%)
(2) Eternal Sunshine 20/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 250/1, sixth of 9 in minor event at Newcastle (8f). Off 7 months. Significantly back down in trip. More needed on her handicap debut. Well held in three starts from 5f-12.5f last autumn; handicap debut after seven months off.
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13th (6) (40/1 -21%) Therehegoes
40
40/1(-21%)
(6) Therehegoes 40/1, Eleventh of 12 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f, 10/1). Off 146 days. First run for yard after leaving Robyn Brisland. Cheekpieces back on. Others more persuasive. 1lb below his last winning mark, but makes stable debut after five months off.
13:40 Musselburgh Handicap (Class 6) 5f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 6 race.
An open contest sees a chance taken on GOLDEN RAINBOW, who is a consistent performer and looks the most solid proposition in this field. Rebecca Menzies' charge has been eased 1lb by the handicapper after finishing fourth over 5f at Catterick last month and that can help the five-year-old get back to winning ways. Global Humor could also be on the scene if he's more polished at the start than last time, while Doon The Glen is also worthy of a closer look.
Not so competitive as the numbers suggest and GOLDEN RAINBOW is fancied to capitalise on a handy-looking mark having not enjoyed the rub of the green when fourth at Catterick last time. Tim Easterby's C&D scorer Canaria Prince should strip fitter for her recent reappearance fourth there and is feared most, atlhtough Jack of Clubs is weighted to have a say if on his A-game and needs considering too.
The vote goes to SKI ANGEL who won't mind if the ground stays soft or dries out a bit. She will certainly appreciate the return to 5f.
(8) Wiltshire Wonder 9/2, Wootton Bassett gelding. Half-brother to 4 winners on Flat. Better for debut when runner-up at Sedgefield last time and no surprise if there's further improvement in him. Went down narrowly when favourite at Sedgefield three weeks ago; in the mix again.
2
2nd (2) (4/1 +27%) Montana Golden
4
4/1(+27%)
(2) Montana Golden 4/1, €42,000 3-y-o, Mount Nelson gelding. Half-brother to bumper winner Cuban Court. Dam (c111/h101), 2m-21f hurdle/chase winner. Makes appeal on paper. 42,000euros 3yo; represents leading stable; newcomer to note for market confidence.
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3rd (7) (11/1 +8%) Tuck Your Shirt In
11
11/1(+8%)
(7) Tuck Your Shirt In 11/1, Sixties Icon gelding. Dam 1¼m-17f winner on Flat. Should have enough speed for this test and can't be completely ruled out. Bred more for speed than some of these; stable has had one bumper win from just four goes.
6
4th (6) (4/1 +20%) Shadowfax Of Rohan
4
4/1(+20%)
(6) Shadowfax Of Rohan 4/1, €12,000 3-y-o, Sholokhov gelding. Dam unraced out of useful 2m-2¼m hurdle winner Star Wood. Noteworthy newcomer. Stable does very well in Worcester bumpers and this one looks a lively contender.
12
5th (12) (16/1 +0%) Lady Henrietta
16
16/1(+0%)
(12) Lady Henrietta 16/1, Only eighth at Southwell on debut and looks more one for the longer term. Green but not beaten far on debut; could improve markedly for the run.
5
6th (5) (22/1 +12%) Jaja Jimmy
22
22/1(+12%)
(5) Jaja Jimmy 22/1, Linda's Lad gelding. Dam (c94/h110), 2m-2½m hurdle winner, half-sister to fairly useful chaser (winner around 3m) Graduation Night. Wears hood. Quite a classy pedigree but wears hood for debut; yard is 0-16 in bumpers since April 2020.
11
7th (11) (9/2 -100%) Jackie Can
4.5
9/2(-100%)
(11) Jackie Can 9/2, Showed plenty when runner-up at Warwick three weeks ago, finishing to good effect. Should come on for that and she's the likeliest winner. Shaped quite well when second of six at Warwick; that looks the best form on offer.
10
8th (10) (33/1 -32%) Hettie Henigan
33
33/1(-32%)
(10) Hettie Henigan 33/1, Blue Bresil filly. Half-sister to 2 point winners. Dam bumper/fair 2½m hurdle winner. Rare NH runner for the yard and he's worth a market check. Rare bumper runner for a trainer who concentrates on the Flat; worth a market check.
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9th (3) (33/1 +0%) Pennant Legacy
33
33/1(+0%)
(3) Pennant Legacy 33/1, Telescope gelding. Half-brother to modest hurdler Pennant Dancer. Dam unraced. Not an obvious sort on paper. Telescope half-brother to a 2m5f-2m7f hurdle winner; yard 2-19 in bumpers last five years.
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10th (9) (11/1 +67%) Wingmann
11
11/1(+67%)
(9) Wingmann 11/1, Wings of Eagles gelding. Dam unraced sister to useful hurdler/chaser (stayed 25f) Oscar Elite. Likely to need further. Bred to be useful in the longer term but others may have more speed today.
1
11th (1) (40/1 -21%) Jaunty Galaxy
40
40/1(-21%)
(1) Jaunty Galaxy 40/1, Telescope gelding. Half-brother to fair hurdlers Jaunty Viking and Jaunty Soria. Dam unraced half-sister to useful hurdler/chaser (stayed 3m) Jaunty Flight. Worth monitoring in the betting. Home-bred; yard has done quite well with relatively few runners in bumpers in recent years.
4
12th (4) (11/1 +45%) The Beekeeper
11
11/1(+45%)
(4) The Beekeeper 11/1, Scorpion gelding. Dam, ran once in bumper, half-sister to useful hurdler/fairly useful chaser (stayed 25f) De Soto and useful bumper winner/fairly useful hurdler (stayed 3m) Caledonia. Not dismissed if the market speaks in his favour. Newcomer by Scorpion; trainer is 7-92 (8%) in bumpers in recent seasons.
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JACKIE CAN shaped with promise when occupying the runner-up spot at Warwick and she would have learned a great deal from experience. Tom Symonds' five-year-old can find normal improvement to go one better. Wiltshire Wonder, who improved on his first start to finish second at Sedgefield last time, has to be considered, while any market confidence behind Montana Golden would also be interesting.
JACKIE CAN made a pleasing debut at Warwick three weeks ago and that's the standout piece of form of those with experience, so she's worth a chance to go one better for all that both Montana Golden and Shadowfax of Rohan are both appealing newcomers.
Several newcomers appeal on paper but JACKIE CAN shaped nicely on her debut three weeks ago and may go one better.
(7) Sparks Fly 11/1, Highly progressive switched to turf last season, winning 8 times, notably listed race at Saint-Cloud (8f) in October. Not disgraced back in handicap company at Haydock on return and entitled to come on for that. Worth a shot at this level. Highly productive filly who is 8-11 on turf; possibilities granted her usual slow ground.
2
1st (2) (5/1 +17%) Breege
5
5/1(+17%)
(2) Breege 5/1, Yet to score since her debut but she recorded some very useful efforts last term, including when runner-up in the Sandringham at Royal Ascot. Went close to making a winning return in listed event at Goodwood 4 weeks ago and she's a player. 0-11 since debut win but is consistent; ties in with Royal Dress on reappearance effort.
8
2nd (8) (11/4 +69%) Chic Colombine
2.75
11/4(+69%)
(8) Chic Colombine 11/4, Progressed plenty following a mid-summer break last season, completing 4-timer at Goodwood. Took another step forward when wide-margin winner of listed race at Saint-Cloud on return before not seen to best effect in a messy Poule d'Essai des Pouliches at Longchamp 3 weeks ago. Not taken lightly. Largely progressive; interesting in receipt of 12lb age allowance back down in class.
4
3rd (4) (14/1 -40%) Royal Dress
14
14/1(-40%)
(4) Royal Dress 14/1, Useful handicapper for Richard Hannon last season and found the required improvement when a surprise winner of listed race at Goodwood on return for new yard, overcoming a pace bias to edge out Breege. In the mix. Took well to first-time hood at Goodwood on stable/seasonal debut; may improve further.
3
4th (3) (66/1 -164%) Julia Augusta
66
66/1(-164%)
(3) Julia Augusta 66/1, Useful mare who was better for comeback run when fourth in listed event at Kempton 8 weeks ago on final start for Roger Varian. Has a fair bit to find with most of these, however. Sold out of Roger Varian's yard for 72,000gns since last run; tough task on ratings.
1
5th (1) (8/1 +33%) Astral Beau
8
8/1(+33%)
(1) Astral Beau 8/1, Progressive handicapper in 2022 and improved another chunk when landing a listed race at Doncaster on 2023 reappearance. Plenty of solid efforts in defeat since, including when close third in this 12 months ago. Failed to build on return when well held in Dahlia at Newmarket but type to bounce back. Capable of being involved, having finished a close third in this race 12 months ago.
9
6th (9) (22/1 -10%) Glimpsed
22
22/1(-10%)
(9) Glimpsed 22/1, Half-sister to connections' high-class winner up to 15.5f Scope and looked talented herself when readily scoring in a Newmarket maiden last year. Built on that at second attempt when a staying-on fifth in listed race at York on return but will surely find a few too quick for her around here. Still appears unexposed but faces a difficult task on ratings and may need 1m2f+.
6
7th (6) (12/1 -33%) Sea Of Thieves
12
12/1(-33%)
(6) Sea Of Thieves 12/1, Lightly-raced 4-y-o who took a big step forward starting out for this yard (formerly with Ed Walker) when winning listed race at Longchamp on return, edging out a subsequent Group 3 winner. Remains unexposed. Lightly raced; won at Longchamp on debut for new stable and could well progress further.
5
8th (5) (13/8 +7%) Running Lion
1.625
13/8(+7%)
(5) Running Lion 13/8, Useful last season and seemed better than ever when second in Dahlia Stakes at Newmarket on return, looking the likely winner for a long way (traded at 1.01 in running). Fancied to resume winning ways back down in trip/class. Hung left but ran creditably in Newmarket Group 2 on seasonal debut; leading player.
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Stall one could allow SPARKS FLY to dictate this contest from the front, having run respectably over 7f on her return at Haydock. Highly progressive throughout last season, David Loughnane's filly looks capable of striking on the rise in grade, with Running Lion looking best placed to chase her home. Only a head separated Royal Dress (first) and Breege (third) at Goodwood recently and they are likely to be thereabouts once again.
RUNNING LION looked better than ever when runner-up in the Dahlia Stakes at Newmarket on her comeback last month and she should take plenty of beating back down in class. Sparks Fly had a remarkable 3-y-o campaign and is ready for a shot at this level after a respectable reappearance at Haydock, while there wasn't much between Royal Dress and Breege in a listed event at Goodwood 4 weeks ago.
Several runners are similarly appealing. The percentage call goes to CHIC COLOMBINE, ahead of Sea Of Thieves.
(3) New Image 11/4, Promising Frankel gelding who bagged a second win this year in 7f handicap at Southwell. Didn't enjoy the best of runs when good fourth at Thirsk since so remains one to keep on the right side of. Big shout. Nice prospect on the AW in the spring and unlucky back on turf last time; major player.
7
2nd (7) (33/1 -106%) Judgment Call
33
33/1(-106%)
(7) Judgment Call 33/1, C&D winner. 6/1, fair fourth of 6 in handicap at Ayr (6f, soft). Off 8 months but not ruled out. Record here reads 24313; may need the run after eight months off.
1
3rd (1) (4/1 +50%) Love De Vega
4
4/1(+50%)
(1) Love De Vega 4/1, C&D winner. Latest win at Chelmsford City in February. 10/1, tenth of 11 in handicap at Newcastle (7.1f) 20 days ago so needs to bounce back. Back off last winning mark but not at his best in four starts since; needs a turnaround.
6
4th (6) (13/2 +35%) Rock Melody
6.5
13/2(+35%)
(6) Rock Melody 13/2, C&D winner. Turned in her best effort of the season when fourth of 6 in handicap at Ayr (6f, good) 18 days ago, running on. Very much one to consider off an easing mark. Three of her five wins have come here and is back off last winning mark; respected.
4
5th (4) (6/1 +33%) On A Session
6
6/1(+33%)
(4) On A Session 6/1, C&D winner. 17/2, seventh of 10 in handicap at Thirsk (7f, good to firm) 14 days ago, not knocked about. Can give a good account. Both wins for this yard have come over C&D; could put up a bold show off a handy mark.
5
6th (5) (6/1 -20%) Woodstock
6
6/1(-20%)
(5) Woodstock 6/1, Latest win at Wolverhampton in April. 12/1, good third of 10 in handicap at Thirsk (7f, good to firm) 14 days ago. In the mix once more. 0-5 on turf but a close third at Thirsk last time; may not confirm form with New Image.
10
7th (10) (10/1 +50%) Braveheart Boy
10
10/1(+50%)
(10) Braveheart Boy 10/1, Thirteen runs since last win in 2022. Respectable fourth of 8 in handicap (15/2) at Carlisle (5.8f, good to firm) 12 days ago, running on. Back up in trip. No forlorn hope. 0-13 since handicapping and finished out of the frame in one previous attempt at 7f.
11
8th (11) (40/1 -150%) B Associates
40
40/1(-150%)
(11) B Associates 40/1, C&D winner. 18/1, last of 16 in handicap at Thirsk (8f, good to firm) 14 days ago. Back to a potentially lenient mark if at his best. Little since returning in April; 4lb below last winning mark, but best watched.
9
9th (9) (28/1 -75%) Yaaser
28
28/1(-75%)
(9) Yaaser 28/1, C&D winner. 16/1, seventh of 8 in handicap at Ayr (7.2f, good) 18 days ago so needs to get back on track. 2-5 over C&D but 7lb higher than when winning here last summer; looks stable second-string.
2
10th (2) (150/1 -200%) Manu Et Corde
150
150/1(-200%)
(2) Manu Et Corde 150/1, Last of 6 in handicap at Hamilton (13.1f, good to soft, 28/1) 27 days ago. Significantly down in trip. First run for yard after leaving Iain Jardine. Cheekpieces on for 1st time. Has completely lost his way and starts out for another new yard; cheekpieces on.
8
11th (8) (8/1 +33%) He's A Gentleman
8
8/1(+33%)
(8) He's A Gentleman 8/1, Latest win at Wolverhampton in November. 12/1, eighth of 9 in handicap at Newmarket (8f, good) 14 days ago. Can make presence felt if shrugging off latest run. 0-17 on turf; mixed bag since returning to grass in March; others more solid.
14:15 Musselburgh Handicap (Class 4) 7f Race Class Flow
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NEW IMAGE was very unlucky to finish a length behind the protagonists when fourth over 7f at Thirsk last time and with more luck, he looks primed to get his head in front. David O'Meara's runner was denied a clear run at a crucial stage on that occasion and he can exploit this unchanged mark. Woodstock (third) finished half a length in front of the selection on that occasion and appears likely to offer another bold bid, while He's A Gentleman would have a solid chance if he reproduces the form of his second over 7f at Chester on his penultimate outing.
David O'Meara has his string in great nick and his upwardly-mobile Frankel gelding NEW IMAGE is fancied to quickly resume winning ways having not enjoyed a clear run when fourth at Thirsk last time out. In-form Woodstock heads the list of dangers, with Rock Melody, He's A Gentleman and On A Session also in the picture.
Woodstock finished ahead of NEW IMAGE (nap) last time, but David O'Meara's gelding met plenty of trouble so can reverse the form.
(10) Marco's Light 20/1, Champs Elysees mare. Easy to back, shaped as if in need of the experience when eighth of 13 in bumper (25/1) at Southwell (15.8f, good) on NH debut 25 days ago. In good hands and this should reveal more now hurdling. Showed only minor promise in a mares' bumper last month; hurdle debut today.
2
1st (2) (3/1 -9%) Shengai Enki
3
3/1(-9%)
(2) Shengai Enki 3/1, Fair form in bumpers in Ireland and similar standard over hurdles in Britain, gaining reward for his consistency when winning 9-runner novices' handicap at Uttoxeter (23.3f) 4 weeks ago. Building up a solid profile but this tougher back in novice company. Back in novice company after winning Class 5 handicap last month; probably in the mix.
1
2nd (1) (1/2 +40%) Highlands Legacy
0.5
1/2(+40%)
(1) Highlands Legacy 1/2, Placed in a pair of bumpers earlier this term and quickly back from a spill at Carlisle when running out an emphatic winner of a Southwell maiden (15.8f) 2 months ago. Rates a lead player despite a penalty to carry. Easily won heavy-ground maiden in April; major player if handling today's faster ground.
12
3rd (12) (50/1 +24%) Olivia Kate
50
50/1(+24%)
(12) Olivia Kate 50/1, Well held both starts in bumpers and never a factor on return/hurdles bow at Ffos Las (20f) 17 days ago. Likely type for low-grade handicaps further down the line. Well down the field in both bumpers and made similarly low-key start to hurdling career.
8
4th (8) (9/2 +10%) Double Oban
4.5
9/2(+10%)
(8) Double Oban 9/2, Territories gelding. Dam, half-sister to fairly useful 2m hurdle winner Heartbreaker. Fair staying handicapper on Flat (stays 14.5f) who was acquired for 30,000 gns in the autumn. Betting should guide as to expectations now attentions switch to timber. Fair on the Flat at up to 1m6f for Hugo Palmer; changed hands for 30,000 in the autumn.
9
5th (9) (50/1 +24%) Clover Pass
50
50/1(+24%)
(9) Clover Pass 50/1, Half-sister to fairly useful hurdler but little in the way of promise herself in bumpers/over hurdles. Showed no significant promise on first two hurdling starts.
5
6th (5) (80/1 -21%) Jormungandr
80
80/1(-21%)
(5) Jormungandr 80/1, Nathaniel gelding who showed a bit when fifth on Southwell bumper debut but well beaten both starts in maiden/novice hurdles subsequently. Best watched back from 7 months off. Began hurdling career with two heavy defeats last year.
11
7th (11) (150/1 -127%) Might Do Emery
150
150/1(-127%)
(11) Might Do Emery 150/1, Unplaced sole start in point bumpers and little promise in pair of bumpers at Ludlow/Uttoxeter last summer. Best watched now hurdling. Struggled in two bumpers last spring and makes no appeal on today's hurdling debut.
7
8th (7) (50/1 +24%) Nippin N Poppin
50
50/1(+24%)
(7) Nippin N Poppin 50/1, Well beaten on debut in a bumper here in September 2022 and looked to be struggling when falling heavily on his belated return at Ludlow in January. Passed over following another 5-month absence. Well beaten on bumper debut and was behind when falling on hurdle debut.
4
9th (4) (40/1 +39%) Captain Bill
40
40/1(+39%)
(4) Captain Bill 40/1, No encouragement in a bumper/2 starts over hurdles to date. Struggled when a 250-1 outsider for his two hurdling attempts in the autumn.
6
10th (6) (40/1 -14%) Lion Ring
40
40/1(-14%)
(6) Lion Ring 40/1, Modest handicapper on Flat (stays 7f) who ran below his best when ninth of 15 in handicap at Bath (5.7f) 17 days ago. Stamina has to be a concern now attentions switch to hurdling. 1-43 on the Flat, the win gained in 5f AW handicap in October; hurdle debut today.
14:20 Worcester Maiden Hurdle
(Class 4) 16f Race Class Flow
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Highlands Legacy didn't need to come out of first gear when recording a bloodless success at Southwell in April and he merits respect, as does the also penalised Shengai Enki, who landed a handicap at Uttoxeter last month. DOUBLE OBAN is interesting first time out for Olly Murphy, though, and gets the nod with Sean Bowen doing the steering. He won a novice race on the Flat over 1m4f at Leicester and is expected to know his job debuting over hurdles for this yard.
BACKMERSACKME wasn't at his best on his most recent start at Tipperary 17 days ago but he'd previously shaped better than the distance beaten suggests in Grade 1 company at Punchestown and he's well worth another chance to get back on track for his shrewd handler. Highlands Legacy was an easy winner at Southwell when last seen and he's the chief threat. Hurdles-debutant Double Oban and the consistent Shengai Enki are others fancied to be thereabouts.
Southwell winner HIGHLANDS LEGACY looks the best option despite the different ground conditions, while Shengai Enki is next best.
(2) Shecouldbeanything 10/3, Useful hurdler. Not disgraced after 3 months off when 6 lengths third of 7 to Minx Tiara in listed mares event at Killarney (17f, good to soft, 15/8) 20 days ago. Player. Should come on for her Killarney run and has quite a decent opportunity here.
3
2nd (3) (11/4 +54%) Media Naranja
2.75
11/4(+54%)
(3) Media Naranja 11/4, Fairly useful hurdler. 7/2, good third of 10 in handicap hurdle at Ballinrobe (16.3f, good to soft) 4 days ago. More needed here but she's on the upgrade. Staying on third in a Ballinrobe handicap hurdle on Tuesday, stable second string here.
4
3rd (4) (5/2 +29%) Anna Bunina
2.5
5/2(+29%)
(4) Anna Bunina 5/2, Useful hurdler. Fourteen runs since last win in 2022. Produced a rare below-par effort in handicap hurdle at Punchestown (23.5f, good to soft, 18/1) 30 days ago. Back down in trip. Can bounce back on these terms. Respected on her best form but dropping back hugely in trip here and looks vulnerable.
5
4th (5) (7/1 -27%) Effernock Fizz
7
7/1(-27%)
(5) Effernock Fizz 7/1, Useful hurdler. Latest win in hurdle at Fairyhouse in March. Below par last 2 starts, 17¾ lengths sixth of 7 to Minx Tiara in listed mares event at Killarney (17f, good to soft, 4/1) 20 days ago. Needs to bounce back. Not at her best since Fairyhouse; dangerous to underestimate especially if getting her way.
6
5th (6) (9/1 -100%) Karia Des Blaises
9
9/1(-100%)
(6) Karia Des Blaises 9/1, Fairly useful hurdler. Remains with one standout effort outside France, pulled up in juvenile hurdle at Cheltenham (16.8f, good) 44 days ago, tailing off next. Worth another chance here with all of the allowances and could leave recent form behind.
1
6th (1) (7/1 -27%) Arctic Fly
7
7/1(-27%)
(1) Arctic Fly 7/1, Useful hurdler. Two wins from 4 runs last season. 14/1, pulled up in Gr 3 hurdle at Down Royal (16.9f, soft) won by Brighterdaysahead, dropping away quickly. Off 6 months. Bit to prove. Dual hurdles winner; lack of a recent run not a concern and respected if at her best.
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SHECOULDBEANYTHING gets the vote in an event where there are question marks over a number of the runners. The Gordon Elliott-trained mare progressed nicely last year winning Listed races at both Punchestown and Killarney and was also placed in a valuable handicap over C&D. She gave encouragement when third last time at Killarney, with Effernock Fizz back in sixth, and is preferred to Anna Bunina who is well treated by the conditions and steps back considerably in trip. Media Naranja has a bit to find on the book while Karia Des Blaises has been let down by her jumping on occasions.
ANNA BUNINA produced a rare below-par effort at the Punchestown Festival but this looks an excellent opportunity for her to quickly bounce back on these terms. Shecouldbeanything is feared most.
The one to beat is clearly SHECOULDBEANYTHING on the strength of her overall form
(6) Royal Scotsman 17/2, Placed for second time in Group 1 company when third in last year's 2000 Guineas. However, down the field in Irish 2000 Guineas and St James's Palace (reportedly suffering from bone bruising), and well held at Newbury on his return. Tongue strap wore last time quickly discarded. Arrives with something to prove but last year's 2,000 Guineas third is not written off.
5
2nd (5) (6/1 +50%) Royal Dubai
6
6/1(+50%)
(5) Royal Dubai 6/1, Made his first start in Britain a successful one at Chelmsford a year ago and confirmed that improvement in handicaps on his next 3 outings. Below form on his final run of 2023 but has got back on the up this year, winning twice at Meydan. Needs to find more again. Improved form in Dubai early this year but needs another step forward now back up in grade.
1
3rd (1) (7/2 +13%) Highland Avenue
3.5
7/2(+13%)
(1) Highland Avenue 7/2, Gained a first win since his 3-y-o campaign when scoring in good style in Darley Stakes at Newmarket last October. Not in the same form campained in Bahrain/Dubai since, but he was second in this race last year and no surprise to see him bounce back after a break. Below-par winter in Dubai but not for the first time; 2nd in this last year; could go well.
7
4th (7) (10/1 +0%) Sean
10
10/1(+0%)
(7) Sean 10/1, Making second start for current yard, at least as good as ever when narrowly denied in a Meydan Group 3 in February. Shaped as if still in good form next time, before a lesser effort tried on dirt at Jebel Ali in March. Task is now to transfer his turf form in Dubai over to Britain. Contender based on close 2nd in Dubai Group 3 in February; dirt excuse at Jebel Ali latest.
2
5th (2) (7/2 +22%) Embesto
3.5
7/2(+22%)
(2) Embesto 7/2, Made it 3 wins from his first 4 starts when dead-heating in Sovereign Stakes at Salisbury last August. Creditable fourth in a Longchamp Group 2 on final 3-y-o outing, before being left poorly placed when fifth at Newmarket on return. Worth another chance with hood applied. Dead-heated in Group 3 last August; could improve for reappearance run and the hood.
3
6th (3) (10/1 -33%) Epictetus
10
10/1(-33%)
(3) Epictetus 10/1, Looked suited by the drop back to 1m when stylish winner of Group 3 at Glorious Goodwood (soft). Fell short in better company later in 2023, but after 6 months off (had been gelded) ran poorly in listed race at Ascot in May. Needs to get back on track with cheekpieces reapplied. Course winner; a case can be made on last August's soft-ground Group 3 win at Goodwood.
4
7th (4) (4/1 +11%) Regal Reality
4
4/1(+11%)
(4) Regal Reality 4/1, Smart performer who has won a Group 3 every year bar one since 2018, including this race last summer. Some good efforts in defeat later in 2023 and has made the frame both starts this year, albeit no match for his progressive stablemate when third at Chester last time. Respected. Won this last year; slow start was costly at Chester latest; key player if breaking better.
8
8th (8) (18/1 -80%) Silver Sword
18
18/1(-80%)
(8) Silver Sword 18/1, Recorded a third win of 2023 in handicap at York's Ebor meeting and ran well when second in Darley Stakes at Newmarket on his final start, albeit beaten 4 lengths by Highland Avenue. May have needed the run at Haydock on his return, but he has a bit to find back at this level. Progressive last year; could improve for recent reappearance but needs a clear career best.
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 1 race.
This can go the way of the evergreen REGAL REALITY, who hasn't scored since taking this contest last year from the reopposing Highland Avenue (second) but his two efforts so far this year have been encouraging. Ryan Moore getting back on board is a big plus, and it may be the unexposed Embesto that gives him the most think about, having done well as a three-year-old. Epictetus and Royal Scotsman have the form to get involved in proceedings as well.
EMBESTO developed into a smart performer as a 3-y-o, dead-heating for success in a Group 3 at Salisbury, and he can resume his progress after a slow start left him on the back foot at Newmarket on his reappearance. With a hood added, he is taken to get the better of last year's one-two in the race, with Highland Avenue feared most ahead of Regal Reality.
Preference is for SEAN, who ran really well in defeat in Group races at Meydan in February and had an excuse (dirt) when last seen.
(7) Invincible Annice 10/3, Debut Pontefract second but twelfth of 15 to Betty Clover in listed race (18/1) at York (5f, good) 15 days ago. This is much easier so must enter calculations. Runner-up on Pontefract debut but outclassed in York Listed race; high on list.
1
2nd (1) (11/4 -69%) Up The Clarets
2.75
11/4(-69%)
(1) Up The Clarets 11/4, Promising sort. Won 5-runner maiden (9/4) at Hamilton (5f, good) on debut 15 days ago, despite being green and slowly away. Should have more to offer. Leading claims. Penalty for successful Hamilton debut, but effort can probaly be marked up; major player.
2
3rd (2) (33/1 -50%) Deal Maker
33
33/1(-50%)
(2) Deal Maker 33/1, Thrice-raced winner. Winner at Southwell in March. Last of 11 in minor event at Kempton (6f, 12/1) 10 days ago so needs to bounce back. Hasn't gone on from her successful Southwell debut; others preferred on turf debut.
3
4th (3) (11/1 +8%) Alcedo Atthis
11
11/1(+8%)
(3) Alcedo Atthis 11/1, Twice-raced maiden. Ninth of 12 in maiden at Cork (5f, good, 125/1) 22 days ago. More is needed. Well held in two starts in Ireland, but Silvestre De Sousa an eyecatching booking.
4
5th (4) (13/8 +73%) Combat Soldier
1.625
13/8(+73%)
(4) Combat Soldier 13/8, Second of 9 in maiden at Ripon (5f, good to firm, 12/1) on debut 22 days ago, not knocked about. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Should improve. In the picture. Runner-up on Ripon debut; ordinary form but is open to improvement; cheekpieces on.
6
6th (6) (16/1 -60%) Far Above Mary
16
16/1(-60%)
(6) Far Above Mary 16/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Good third of 8 in maiden at Haydock (6f, soft, 17/2) 8 days ago. Very much in the mix. Third in two of her three starts on turf, but exposed after five starts.
5
7th (5) (12/1 +0%) Elladora Black
12
12/1(+0%)
(5) Elladora Black 12/1, Elarqam filly. Half-sister to 3 winners, including useful winner up to 7.6f Red Mirage and 2-y-o 5f winner Duchray. Dam 5f winner (including at 2 yrs) who stayed 6f. Considered newcomer. Something to like on pedigree and market support would be significant.
14:50 Musselburgh Seller (Class 2) 5f Race Class Flow
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UP THE CLARETS made the perfect start to his career when scoring over 5f at Hamilton last month and he can follow up that success. Richard Fahey's charge is likely to improve for that experience and a more polished display can be expected. Invincible Annice struggled to land a blow in Listed company last time but she commands respect back in these calmer waters, while Combat Soldier appears likely to build on his debut effort.
None of these can be ruled out but it's hard to side against Richard Fahey's UP THE CLARETS who overcame greenness to make a winning debut at Hamilton and looks to have more to offer here. Invincilbe Annice is feared most now her sights are lowered considerably, while Ripon runner-up Combat Soldier and Haydock-third Far Above Mary must also enter calculations.
Despite a penalty UP THE CLARETS can maintain his unbeaten record. His winning Hamilton debut may have been even better than it looked.
(9) Mr Tambourine Man 12/1, Got back on track in a headgear change (visored) when second of 8 in handicap hurdle at Ffos Las (23.9f, good) 17 days ago. Needs to back it up now with visor again fitted. Perked up by change of headgear when second at Ffos Las this month.
1
2nd (1) (9/2 +55%) Halifax
4.5
9/2(+55%)
(1) Halifax 9/2, Scored at Kempton before good third of 6 in handicap hurdle at Hereford (25.5f, good to soft) 8 days ago, considerately handled when saddle slipped after 2 out. Can go well. Scored at Kempton in April and posted another good effort at Hereford last week.
3
3rd (3) (33/1 -65%) Art Approval
33
33/1(-65%)
(3) Art Approval 33/1, Fairly useful form over hurdles and fences for Fergal O'Brien and has showed that some ability remains recently for his new yard. Cheekpieces back on and he's edging down the weights. Ended last season with two fairly respectable runs but has not won since 2021.
10
4th (10) (9/2 +59%) Best Mate Dave
4.5
9/2(+59%)
(10) Best Mate Dave 9/2, Course winner last June but off for 7 months since a respectable fifth of 10 in handicap hurdle here (20f, soft). Not ruled out on the back of breathing surgery though. Won here last summer and is not yet fully exposed but has fitness to prove after layoff.
7
5th (7) (11/1 +8%) I'm A Starman
11
11/1(+8%)
(7) I'm A Starman 11/1, Veteran who gained a second victory since the turn of the year at Plumpton (25f) in March. Not disgraced since but he may have to settle for a minor role again here. Resurgent 11yo who has won twice this year; younger rivals appeal more, though.
4
6th (4) (4/1 -60%) Urban Soldier
4
4/1(-60%)
(4) Urban Soldier 4/1, Cheekpieces on for 1st time when getting off the mark in 13-runner handicap hurdle at Southwell (24.3f, good) 39 days ago. Not taken lightly despite a 7 lb rise with headgear again sported. Comfortably off the mark over hurdles in April and could easily have more to offer.
5
7th (5) (9/2 -50%) Spitalfield
4.5
9/2(-50%)
(5) Spitalfield 9/2, Opened his account in good style in 9-runner handicap hurdle at Ffos Las (23.9f, good) 17 days ago. Up 6 lb but very much one to consider. Suited by return to good ground when scoring at Ffos Las in May; further progress possible.
2
8th (2) (33/1 -32%) Throne Hall
33
33/1(-32%)
(2) Throne Hall 33/1, Useful sort at his best on Flat and fairly useful hurdler. Return to this sphere at Hereford recently contained no promise, however, so it's best to look elsewhere. Pulled up after racing far too freely on last month's hurdling return; up in trip today.
8
|F| (8) (4/1 +38%) The Turtle Said
4
4/1(+38%)
(8) The Turtle Said 4/1, Course scorer who looked the likely winner (going best) when hanging badly right and running out 2 out at Plumpton (25f, good) 48 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time now and well worth another chance. In front and going well before inexplicably running out at penultimate flight at Plumpton.
14:55 Worcester Handicap Hurdle (Class 4)
23f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 4 race.
SPITALFIELD appeared to relish a return to quicker ground when winning at Ffos Las 17 days ago and, with similar conditions forecast once again, he could repeat the dose from a 6lb higher mark. Urban Soldier cruised to victory at Southwell last time out and is a leading candidate despite a subsequent 7lb hike, while others to note include Mr Tambourine Man and I'm A Starman.
A few with chances but THE TURTLE SAID looked like going in at Plumpton last time until running out 2 out and is worth forgiving that aberration off an unchanged mark. In-form Halifax rates the main danger having suffered a slipped saddle when a good recent Hereford third. Southwell-scorer Urban Soldier also needs considering along with I'm A Starman and Art Approval.
Low-mileage 7yo URBAN SOLDIER (nap) kept on strongly to get off the mark at Southwell in April and can overcome a 7lb rise.
(1) Jet Setting Jim 9/2, Promising sort. One win from 3 runs last season. Third of 12 in novice hurdle (16/1) at Killarney (20.2f, good to soft) on hurdles bow 19 days ago. Should progress. Should come on for Killarney and the drop in trip should be okay; may appreciate some rain.
7
2nd (7) (4/1 +0%) Pahlavi
4
4/1(+0%)
(7) Pahlavi 4/1, Fair hurdler. 16/1, good second of 19 in novice hurdle at Down Royal (16.8f, good to soft) 26 days ago. Runner-up in a good ground Down Royal maiden hurdle last month; obvious claims here.
2
3rd (2) (3/1 +14%) Sionnach Eile
3
3/1(+14%)
(2) Sionnach Eile 3/1, Useful Flat winner. Once-raced maiden over hurdles. Useful winner at 13f on flat. Third of 15 in novice hurdle (6/1) at Killarney (17f, good to soft) on NH debut 20 days ago. May well do better. No impression in a Killarney maiden hurdle after seven months off but should build on that.
9
4th (9) (11/10 +37%) Syracus Du Houx
1.1
11/10(+37%)
(9) Syracus Du Houx 11/10, Fairly useful hurdler. Excellent second of 16 in novice hurdle (11/2) at Punchestown (20f, good to soft) 11 days ago. Tongue strap on 1st time , cheekpieces back on. Sets a clear standard. First time headgear combo tried here and probably wants further but one for the shortlist.
8
5th (8) (125/1 -279%) Spoilt For Choice
125
125/1(-279%)
(8) Spoilt For Choice 125/1, Malinas gelding. Half-brother to 2 winners, including Multiplier. Dam maiden on Flat. Maiden pointer, pulled up last time (May 19). Poor form in points and makes no appeal here on his track debut.
5
6th (5) (25/1 -79%) Hackney Hill
25
25/1(-79%)
(5) Hackney Hill 25/1, Twice-raced maiden. 9/1, eighth of 12 in novice hurdle at Killarney (20.2f, good to soft) 19 days ago. Might be far from straightforward but has the ability to be a factor on his Fairyhouse run.
3
7th (3) (50/1 -150%) Aspurofthemoment
50
50/1(-150%)
(3) Aspurofthemoment 50/1, €10,000 3-y-o, Ocovango gelding. Brother to modest hurdler/chaser Chainofconsequence, stays 23f, and half-brother to useful hurdler Golden Jewel. Dam, unraced, closely related to fairly useful hurdler/chaser (stayed 3m) Vic Ville. Made frame on second of 2 starts in points (May 2023). Modest ability in two point-to-points and best watched here on his track debut.
6
8th (6) (100/1 -203%) Nevereverever
100
100/1(-203%)
(6) Nevereverever 100/1, Once-raced maiden. Seventh of 15 in novice hurdle (40/1) at Punchestown (16f, good to soft) on NH debut 11 days ago. Not a factor but showed some ability on his debut at Punchestown last week; should improve.
10
9th (10) (66/1 -780%) Winston's Way
66
66/1(-780%)
(10) Winston's Way 66/1, Once-raced maiden. Seventh of 12 in novice hurdle at Kilbeggan (19f, good, 12/1) on NH debut 15 days ago. Not beaten far in a Kilbeggan maiden hurdle and could get involved if showing progress.
11
10th (11) (200/1 -33%) Easky Maid
200
200/1(-33%)
(11) Easky Maid 200/1, Modest maiden on the Flat. Thrice-raced maiden. 100/1, eleventh of 13 in handicap at Cork (10.1f, good to soft) 11 days ago. Switches from Flat to hurdles. Pulled up on last hurdle run. Mostly poor performer on the Flat and nothing to recommend over hurdles; hard to fancy.
12
11th (12) (150/1 +0%) Mirado
150
150/1(+0%)
(12) Mirado 150/1, Once-raced maiden. Twelfth of 16 in novice hurdle (150/1) at Tipperary (16f, good to soft) on NH debut 17 days ago. Well beaten on debut at Tipperary last month; others far more likely.
4
12th (4) (150/1 -50%) Ely Bandero
150
150/1(-50%)
(4) Ely Bandero 150/1, Little sign of ability in Flat maidens for Patrick Michael Verling. Scarcely beat a rival in four Flat starts and makes little appeal on his hurdles debut.
15:00 Listowel Maiden Hurdle 16f Race Speed Rating Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's race.
SYRACUS DU HOUX has kept some good company over hurdles including when fifth behind Slade Steel in a Naas maiden last November and comes here after beating all bar the odds-on Fenway Park at Punchestown. Sionnach Eile was a smart handicapper on the Flat winning a valuable event at the Galway Festival in 2022 and achieved a career high rating of 104. He was switched to hurdles after a winter break at Killarney but could only manage a distant third behind the impressive Al Gasparo. Pahlavi was reappearing after a ten-month break when second to Le Coq Hardi at Down Royal and is another to consider along with Jet Setting Jim.
SYRACUS DU HOUX took a big step forward when runner-up in a similar event at Punchestown 11 days ago, briefly looking to have the favourite in trouble when clear of the rest, and this looks an excellent opportunity for him to open his account. Pahlavi is selected for the forecast over Jet Setting Jim, who shaped like a stayer on his hurdling bow but is down in trip here.
Decent Flat horse SIONNACH EILE should progress from his recent hurdles debut at Killarney and could take the beating
(6) Blue Storm 8/1, Bright start for new yard, career-best effort when successful at Southwell (5f) in December. Confirmed improvement shown then when 1 length fourth behind re-opposing Knicks in handicap at Chester (5.1f) 24 days ago and likely to give another good account. Smooth 2yo winner at Southwell; shaped pleasingly at Chester; commands major respect.
4
2nd (4) (7/1 +36%) Sturlasson
7
7/1(+36%)
(4) Sturlasson 7/1, Irish raider who delivered on the promise she showed as a juvenile when readily landing a Navan maiden (5f) 2 weeks ago, breaking fast and making all. More needed in a race of this nature but booking of Oisin Murphy catches the eye and likely he can do better again. Ran away with big-field maiden at Navan two weeks ago; leading candidate on handicap debut.
7
3rd (7) (6/1 +0%) Due For Luck
6
6/1(+0%)
(7) Due For Luck 6/1, Form tailed off after a highly promising start last term but firmly back on track and looked unlucky not to win when neck third behind Knicks at Chester (5.1f) 24 days ago, finishing with a flourish. Nudged up 2 lb but well worth considering now he's back on track. Finished fast when close third at Chester on return; still unexposed; high on the list.
19
4th (19) (20/1 -25%) Enchanting
20
20/1(-25%)
(19) Enchanting 20/1, Clearly all the better for her debut spin when landing an 8-runner Beverley novice in decisive fashion in September. Reappearance third at Wolverhampton was encouraging but she couldn't step up on that immediately when tenth of 17 in handicap at York (5f, good) 15 days ago. Questions to answer after fading at York two weeks ago; would benefit from rain.
9
5th (9) (22/1 +33%) Curious Rover
22
22/1(+33%)
(9) Curious Rover 22/1, Enjoyed a productive 2-y-o campaign, winning twice and placed 5 times from 7 appearances. Gelded during the winter but yet to scale same heights this term, well held fourteenth of 17 in handicap at York (5f, good, 40/1) 15 days ago. This another tough ask. Had a productive 2yo campaign but well held this season and needs to get back on track.
11
6th (11) (16/1 +0%) Vince L'amour
16
16/1(+0%)
(11) Vince L'amour 16/1, Much improved on previous efforts when landing handicaps at Ripon/Catterick in April and ran another cracker upped in grade when just touched off by Knicks on penultimate start. Latest York effort was below par but he's a likely type to bounce back. In good form in the spring, but disappointing at York last time and now 2lb higher.
2
7th (2) (14/1 -17%) Billy Webster
14
14/1(-17%)
(2) Billy Webster 14/1, Posted a useful effort when making it 3 wins from first 4 starts at Southwell (5f) in January. Excuses at Lingfield next time and well served by the strong gallop when running on for fifth at Chester (6f) 24 days ago. Unbeaten at the minimum trip and blinkers could put an extra edge on him. Unexposed type; had excuses for last two defeats and is 3-3 at 5f; interesting.
16
8th (16) (9/2 +40%) Grandlad
4.5
9/2(+40%)
(16) Grandlad 9/2, Progressive son of Acclamation, dominant when winning a Wolverhampton novice in March prior to making virtually all on handicap debut at Goodwood (5f) 7 days ago, pulling well clear with runner-up. 3 lb rise looks fair and he's high on the shortlist. Progressive; won at Goodwood last week; this is more competitive but he's hard to rule out.
12
9th (12) (28/1 -27%) The Coffee Pod
28
28/1(-27%)
(12) The Coffee Pod 28/1, Won 6f York novice in September (race worked out well) and stepped up on his seasonal bow when third at Windsor (5.1f) in April. However, didn't look entirely straightforward when last of in handicap at Newmarket (6f) 2 weeks ago. Cheekpieces reached for now. Has looked less than straightforward since York 2yo win; now fitted with cheekpieces.
14
10th (14) (12/1 -9%) Mart
12
12/1(-9%)
(14) Mart 12/1, Real success story for his yard, gaining a fifth success since the autumn in determined fashion at Lingfield (6f, AW) 4 days ago, keeping on final 1f and leading dying strides. Effective at this shorter trip and clearly thriving but this his toughest assignment to date. Notably tough and progressive; won again at Lingfield on Tuesday; this is tougher.
5
11th (5) (25/1 -25%) Ziggy's Missile
25
25/1(-25%)
(5) Ziggy's Missile 25/1, Showed ability in 3 runs on turf at 2 yrs and since progressed to win 3 of his 4 starts in AW handicaps since the turn of the year. However, some way below that level when twelfth of 17 in handicap at York (5f, good) 15 days ago. Still needs to prove himself as effective on turf. Three AW wins in February/March but has to prove he's as effective on turf.
18
12th (18) (25/1 -39%) Doctor Vuby
25
25/1(-39%)
(18) Doctor Vuby 25/1, Lightly-raced maiden who has raced exclusively on AW to date, posting best effort to date when second of 5 to Ziggy's Missile in handicap at Wolverhampton (5.1f) in February. Had wind surgery subsequently and likely he has more to offer. Turf debut. 0-5; has run only on AW; needs to improve but recent wind op may have had positive effect.
15
13th (15) (33/1 -65%) Mc Loven
33
33/1(-65%)
(15) Mc Loven 33/1, Dual winner in his juvenile season and performed with credit on 2 of his 3 starts upon returning, showing plenty of his early speed without proving a match for one on a steep upward curve. Each-way claims from 1 lb lower mark. Creditable second in small field at Goodwood four weeks ago; in much deeper here.
1
14th (1) (40/1 -21%) Myconian
40
40/1(-21%)
(1) Myconian 40/1, Dual winner as a juvenile, including listed success at Deauville (5f) last July. Not disgraced on 2 of his 3 starts in Meydan earlier this year but below best when last seen at Chantilly in March. Cheekpieces reached for now but more needed off this mark back in a handicap. Won French Listed race as 2yo but below par in 2024; now in cheekpieces after short break.
20
15th (20) (28/1 +15%) Split The Profit
28
28/1(+15%)
(20) Split The Profit 28/1, Maiden who has twice gone close on all-weather this year and has confirmed himself as effective on turf in recent weeks, forced to make his challenge further back/wider than winner when runner-up at Lingfield (5f) 3 weeks ago. This a whole lot more demanding, however. 0-12 but he's knocking firmly at the door; second at Lingfield last time; in the mix again.
17
16th (17) (20/1 -82%) Knicks
20
20/1(-82%)
(17) Knicks 20/1, Ended 2-y-o campaign with success at Nottingham (6f) in September and built on his encouraging return/yard debut when scoring at Chester (5.1f) 24 days ago, looking well suited by the drop back in trip and showing a willing attitude. Claims from 3 lb higher with a visor now enlisted. Fought off three of today's rivals at Chester; may find it more difficult to dominate here.
8
|PU| (8) (15/2 +32%) Mashadi
7.5
15/2(+32%)
(8) Mashadi 15/2, Still a maiden but he has taken his form up a level since the headgear was applied, best effort yet when second of 12 in handicap at Ascot (6f) 3 weeks ago, edged out only late on. Versatile as regards ground and another fancied to be in the mix. 0-9, runner-up seven times; this drop back to 5f and a likely strong pace could help.
3
|PU| (3) (20/1 -11%) Tears Of A Clown
20
20/1(-11%)
(3) Tears Of A Clown 20/1, Successful on second of 2 starts for Roger Ingram and stepped up further when third on yard debut in Newbury listed event (5f) in August. Possibly needed the run after 6 months off when ninth in Bath listed event (5f) 6 weeks ago but more needed in any case on handicap debut. Below par last two starts but has claims on close third in Newbury Listed race last summer.
10
|PU| (10) (28/1 -40%) Rogue Enforcer
28
28/1(-40%)
(10) Rogue Enforcer 28/1, Ended juvenile campaign firmly on the up, completing an autumn double with a smooth performance in a novice at Catterick. However, he was nearer last than first on return at Sandown 5 weeks ago and both his victories have been gained on heavy ground. Two wins in the mud in the autumn and had excuses on reappearance; could have a say.
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 3 race.
A wide-open contest and so only a tentative vote can go to MART. Dylan Cunha's representative had been knocking hard on the door prior to last month's Newmarket success, but he followed up at Lingfield just four days ago and might not be done yet, despite a 6lb penalty. Knicks (winner), Vince L'Amour (second), Due For Luck (third) and Blue Storm (fourth) all met at Chester 24 days ago and each are entitled to make their presence felt once again, while Grandlad and Irish-raider Sturlasson are others to consider.
GRANDLAD confirmed himself a useful sprinter in the making when adding to his tally over this trip at Goodwood 7 days ago, asserting close home having pulled clear with the runner-up. A 3 lb rise for that looks fair and he shades the vote to complete the hat-trick. Due For Luck got firmly back on track and was unfortunate not to score on return and he's feared, along with his Chester-conqueror Knicks, equipped with a first-time visor. Sturlasson and Mashadi complete the shortlist.
Northern raiders Due For Luck and BLUE STORM shaped well last time at Chester. The latter is marginally preferred in the rematch.
(5) Jabaara 7/2, Useful filly. Respectable 3¼ lengths third of 11 to Pandora's Gift in listed race at Chelmsford City (6f, 5/2) 30 days ago. Ought to be thereabouts. Ran well when third in a Chelmsford Listed race on her return; worth another go at 7f.
1
2nd (1) (8/1 +27%) Pinafore
8
8/1(+27%)
(1) Pinafore 8/1, Useful filly. 3/1, 7¾ lengths sixth of 8 to Territorywar in listed race at Chantilly (6f, soft) 30 days ago. Enters calculations if back on her A-game. Held in two Listed contests since returning; steps up to 7f for the first time; needs more.
8
3rd (8) (3/1 +33%) Soprano
3
3/1(+33%)
(8) Soprano 3/1, Useful filly. Had wind op and not disgraced when fifth of 11 to Pandora's Gift in listed race at Chelmsford City (6f) 30 days ago, not knocked about. Can take a step forward. Placed four times at Group/Listed level last season; things didn't pan out right on return.
4
4th (4) (5/2 +0%) Stenton Glider
2.5
5/2(+0%)
(4) Stenton Glider 5/2, Useful filly who went down by only a neck to Great Generation Group 3 event at Lingfield (7f, good to firm) 21 days ago. Very good form claims. Placed in five Group races; beaten a neck at Lingfield last time; the one to beat.
3
5th (3) (6/1 +8%) Sophia's Starlight
6
6/1(+8%)
(3) Sophia's Starlight 6/1, Useful filly. Good length second of 6 to Electric Storm in listed race at Haydock (6f, soft, 5/1) 8 days ago. Progressing well recently so he's firmly in the picture. Has twice finished runner-up at Listed level since the autumn and return to 7f no problem.
7
6th (7) (20/1 +29%) Princess Alex
20
20/1(+29%)
(7) Princess Alex 20/1, Fairly useful filly who comes here on the back of a career-best win in 10-runner handicap at Beverley (7.4f, good) 26 days ago. This demands considerably more, however. Bids for a hat-trick after winning two handicaps, but this will be completely different.
2
7th (2) (50/1 -150%) Silent Words
50
50/1(-150%)
(2) Silent Words 50/1, Fairly useful filly. 8½ lengths sixth of 8 to Unequal Love in listed race (11/1) at Newmarket (6f, good) 28 days ago. More is required. 0-8 on turf; third in a Listed race last autumn, but well held on return; stamina to prove.
6
8th (6) (20/1 +9%) Les Bleus
20
20/1(+9%)
(6) Les Bleus 20/1, Fairly useful filly. 13 lengths eighth of 9 to Great Generation in Chartwell Stakes (14/1) at Lingfield (7f, good to firm) 21 days ago. Has plenty to find on form. Well behind Stenton Glider at Lingfield three weeks ago; needs to get back on track.
15:25 Musselburgh Listed (Class 1) 7f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 1 race.
Slightly unlucky not to score in Pattern company last season, STENTON GLIDER shaped very well on her return to the UK when narrowly denied in the Chartwell at Lingfield, and connections look to have found her an ideal opportunity to score. A respectable third at this level over 6f at Chelmsford, Jabaara is of interest on the step back up in trip, while Sophia's Starlight is another to consider on the back of a strong runner-up effort at Haydock.
Hugo Palmer's STENTON GLIDER was just edged out in Group 3 company at Lingfield last time and can gain compensation here at the chief expense of the improving Sophia's Starlight. Both Pinafore and Soprano have the form to play a part too and need factoring into this competitive listed event along with Roger Varian's low-mileage Jabaara.
This can to STENTON GLIDER who is best-in on these terms and went down by just a neck in a Group 3 at Lingfield three weeks ago.
(4) Walk Of No Shame 17/2, Bumper/novice hurdle winner last winter who added to her tally in a 3-runner handicap at Southwell (2m, soft) in December. Not disgraced next time but her 2 runs since have been very disappointing. Second in this race in 2023 but both runs this year have been disappointing.
2
2nd (2) (6/1 +25%) Hiconic
6
6/1(+25%)
(2) Hiconic 6/1, Took advantage of reduced mark when winning handicaps at Warwick and Worcester (both 2m) at the start of last summer. Shaped as if needing a recent outing at Southwell after 6 months off and should be sharper now. Well beaten last month, after a break, but her current mark is workable.
1
3rd (1) (11/4 +39%) Isabella Bee
2.75
11/4(+39%)
(1) Isabella Bee 11/4, Has improved plenty for the switch to handicaps, completing a hat-trick in 14-runner event at Taunton in November. Respectable return from a break when fifth at Warwick (2m, good) 26 days ago and interesting now stepping back up in trip. Won three in a row in the autumn and could have more improvement to come this year.
8
4th (8) (4/1 -60%) Caughtinaspell
4
4/1(-60%)
(8) Caughtinaspell 4/1, Little to get excited about in 5 outings for Michael Kennedy in Ireland but joined a yard with a good record with new recruits and she might be worth chancing after 5 months off. Confidence would be increased should the market vibes be strong. Showed only minor promise in slow-ground Irish maidens; may fare better in handicaps.
3
5th (3) (14/1 +0%) Holly Hartingo
14
14/1(+0%)
(3) Holly Hartingo 14/1, Posted a solid fifth of 11 in handicap hurdle at Kempton (3m, heavy) over Christmas but pulled up on both runs since. A 3-month break needs to have had a reviving effect. Pulled up twice at start of this year but returns from break on very good mark.
7
6th (7) (17/2 +39%) Sailing Grace
8.5
17/2(+39%)
(7) Sailing Grace 17/2, Made a winning debut at Newton Abbot in autumn 2022. Returned from an absence to finish fourth on 19f Fontwell handicap debut in March but pulled up at Taunton since. Bounce back needed. Respectable third on handicap debut (2m3f) but pulled up over 3m since.
6
7th (6) (6/1 +70%) Energy One
6
6/1(+70%)
(6) Energy One 6/1, Made a winning handicap debut at Ludlow in March 2023 but hasn't gone on from it, including refusing to race once. Well held on recent return from a 13-month absence. Drew clear to win in handicap debut in March 2023 but not much has gone to plan since.
5
8th (5) (15/2 -233%) River Gold
7.5
15/2(-233%)
(5) River Gold 15/2, Won a claiming hurdle in France last summer. Pulled up on stable debut in December. Better when second of 4 at Ludlow in January but it was still below her French form. Goes handicapping after a break. Still early days for leading yard. Won in France last summer but her first two British runs were underwhelming.
15:30 Worcester Handicap Hurdle (Class 4)
20f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 4 race.
RIVER GOLD bumped into a progressive rival, who has since confirmed the form by winning twice subsequently, when second over 2m at Ludlow, but this looks a good opportunity to get her head in front. The four-year-old arrives here for the powerful Nicky Henderson yard and this opening handicap mark of 110 doesn't appear out of her reach. Isabella Bee is likely to give the selection most to think about, having been eased in the ratings by the handicapper, while Caughtinaspell could be seen to better effect now handicapping.
The suggestion is CAUGHTINASPELL on her first start for Olly Murphy, with confidence increased should the betting speak in her favour. Isabella Bee shaped okay at Warwick last month and is second choice ahead of Hiconic.
With an encouraging reappearance run behind her, ISABELLA BEE might resume the good progress she made in the autumn.
(11) Heroes Rise 9/4, Improved on hurdling debut form when third of 11 in maiden hurdle (28/1) at Kilbeggan (19f, good) 15 days ago. Yard in good form. Another bold show likely. Needs to jump better but going the right way and could well play a hand here.
2
2nd (2) (Evens +33%) How About No
0
Evens(+33%)
(2) How About No Evens, Fairly useful Flat winner who produced a promising first effort over hurdles when second of 16 in juvenile at Killarney (17f, good to soft) 20 days ago. Open to improvement and is a leading contender. No match for St Faz in a Killarney maiden hurdle last month but should improve for that.
1
3rd (1) (4/1 -78%) Napper Tandy
4
4/1(-78%)
(1) Napper Tandy 4/1, Failed to come on for recent run when seventeenth of 23 in handicap hurdle at Punchestown (19.3f, good to soft, 18/1) 31 days ago. Has sound claims on his earlier form. Has gone close in a couple of maiden hurdles; tough ask to give weight to all his rivals.
8
4th (8) (16/1 +27%) La Vega Moon
16
16/1(+27%)
(8) La Vega Moon 16/1, Eighth of 13 in maiden hurdle at Cork (24.6f, good, 40/1) 21 days ago. More needed. Ran well in a Limerick maiden hurdle at Christmas but well beaten since; others preferred.
9
5th (9) (50/1 -257%) Master Of The Sums
50
50/1(-257%)
(9) Master Of The Sums 50/1, £10,000 3-y-o, Black Sam Bellamy gelding. Dam modest 19f/2½m hurdle winner. Winning pointer, unplaced last time (May 19). Point winner on testing ground; best watched on his track debut.
3
6th (3) (200/1 -203%) Meadow Soprano
200
200/1(-203%)
(3) Meadow Soprano 200/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Last of 9 in maiden hurdle (300/1) at Punchestown (19.2f, heavy) 172 days ago. Beaten out of sight on his last two starts over hurdles; others preferred.
10
7th (10) (14/1 +13%) Head For Home
14
14/1(+13%)
(10) Head For Home 14/1, Kingston Hill gelding. Half-brother to fairly useful hurdler/chaser Bella Bliss and modest hurdler Chelseas Friend. Dam (h64) bumper winner. Very good staying pedigree and likely to do better over further but interesting newcomer.
6
8th (6) (28/1 -133%) Granda George
28
28/1(-133%)
(6) Granda George 28/1, Mamool gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to fair hurdler (2½m winner) Flanagan. Runner-up sole start in points (May 2022). Point second; interesting to see what the market makes of this locally trained challenger.
5
9th (5) (33/1 +0%) Diamond Duke
33
33/1(+0%)
(5) Diamond Duke 33/1, Showed a bit more than first time up in a first-time tongue strap and cheekpieces when sixth of 13 in a maiden at Cork (24.6f, good) 21 days ago. Needs this for a mark but could get into the shake-up if he keeps improving.
4
10th (4) (200/1 -506%) Barrakilla Vage
200
200/1(-506%)
(4) Barrakilla Vage 200/1, Vendangeur gelding. Dam (h111) 2½m hurdle winner. Unplaced completed start in points (May 6). Failed to complete in three out of four points; makes no appeal.
7
|PU| (7) (200/1 -506%) Hellascope
200
200/1(-506%)
(7) Hellascope 200/1, Telescope gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to Cheltenham Gold Cup winner Sizing John. Unplaced both starts in points (latest May 19). Well beaten in two points and hard to make a case for.
15:35 Listowel Maiden Hurdle 20f Race Speed Rating Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's race.
HOW ABOUT NO won a 1m4f maiden at Dundalk in February and made a pleasing start over hurdles when runner-up to St Faz in a 16-runner Killarney maiden with the pair pulling well clear of the remainder. Napper Tandy, a dual winner on the Flat and rated in the 80s for Andrew Balding, has gone close a couple of times since switched to hurdles by Matt Smith and was only pegged back in the closing stages in a Ballinrobe maiden on his penultimate start. He heads the list of dangers from Heroes Rise.
The vote goes to HEROES RISE, who improved on his hurdling debut form when behind a couple of promising sorts at Kilbeggan last month and promises to do better still. How About No and Kudasheva are feared most in that order.
The one to be on could be HOW ABOUT NO (nap), beaten by a decent horse at Killarney and sure to improve for that
(6) One Night Stand 28/1, Speedy sort who made all in a brace 5f AW handicaps earlier this year. Not so good up in class on next 3 starts and never looked like justifying market support back on turf at Epsom last time. Others appeal more. Three AW wins over the winter but disappointing over C&D in April; slow ground a worry.
7
1st (7) (6/1 +57%) Dream Composer
6
6/1(+57%)
(7) Dream Composer 6/1, Got back on track when second of 10 in handicap at Goodwood (5f, good) 8 days ago. Not taken lightly despite a 2 lb rise. Admirable sprinter and ran well last week; this sharp a test might not be ideal though.
2
2nd (2) (8/1 -14%) Democracy Dilemma
8
8/1(-14%)
(2) Democracy Dilemma 8/1, Resumed winning ways at Chester in May and backed it up with a good second at Windsor (5.1f, good to firm) 7 days ago. Shortlisted. Two fine runs last month but a 2lb rise for last week's Windsor 2nd isn't ideal; e-w shout.
9
3rd (9) (17/2 -31%) Looking For Lynda
8.5
17/2(-31%)
(9) Looking For Lynda 17/2, Arrives in good form, 1¼ lengths second of 17 to Clarendon House in handicap at York (5f, good) 16 days ago. Ought to be in the shake-up nudged up just 1 lb. Conditions won't be a problem and his latest York 2nd was a career best; each-way shout.
14
4th (14) (33/1 +18%) Antiphon
33
33/1(+18%)
(14) Antiphon 33/1, Back to winning ways at Windsor in April and recorded a good second there (6f, good to firm) 7 days ago. 9 lb out of the handicap, however. In good form at a lower level but hard to fancy from 9lb out of the weights.
5
5th (5) (28/1 -56%) The Bell Conductor
28
28/1(-56%)
(5) The Bell Conductor 28/1, Bagged his second win of 2023 at Pontefract (5f) and not discredited when fourth of nine at Ripon (5f) later in April. Ought to be thereabouts once more. Front-runner who was better than ever when winning at Pontefract in April; only 4th since.
4
6th (4) (6/1 +57%) Chipstead
6
6/1(+57%)
(4) Chipstead 6/1, In winning form on AW this winter, scoring twice over 6f, but only ninth of 15 in handicap at Newmarket (6f, good) 28 days ago. Needs to bounce back. Two 6f AW wins over the winter but 5f suits better on turf; claims if taking to the track.
3
7th (3) (5/1 +0%) Silky Wilkie
5
5/1(+0%)
(3) Silky Wilkie 5/1, It's now 14 runs since his last win in 2023 but he arrives in good nick, fifth of 15 in handicap at Musselburgh (5f, good to soft) 41 days ago. Runner-up in this last year so firmly in the mix with cheekpieces added. Unlucky 2nd in this last year; 8lb lower this time and retains ability; headgear now on.
13
8th (13) (9/1 +44%) Lethal Nymph
9
9/1(+44%)
(13) Lethal Nymph 9/1, It's now 14 runs since his last win in 2022 but he comes here on the back of a good second of 12 in handicap at York (5f, good) 7 days ago. 4 lb out of the handicap though so more is required. Ran surprisingly well at York last week; even sharper test today and he's 4lb wrong.
8
9th (8) (22/1 -57%) Alligator Alley
22
22/1(-57%)
(8) Alligator Alley 22/1, Yet to hit top form this term, though he posted a respectable ninth of 17 to Clarendon House in handicap at York (5f, good) 16 days ago. Possibilities off an easing mark for yard among the winners. Suffered awful trip in this in 2023; well treated; usually kept away from slower than good.
15
10th (15) (33/1 +34%) Law Of Average
33
33/1(+34%)
(15) Law Of Average 33/1, Low-mileage 4-y-o who posted a career best when winning 11-runner handicap at Lingfield (5f, good to firm) 21 days ago. Faces a tall ordr from 20 lb out of the handicap, though. Unexposed and speedy but faces an uphill struggle from so far out of the weights.
12
11th (12) (14/1 -17%) Night On Earth
14
14/1(-17%)
(12) Night On Earth 14/1, C&D winner in April and has continued in good nick, fourth of 10 at Goodwood (5f, good) 8 days ago. 4 lb "wrong" in the weights but still in the picture. C&D winner in April and excuses since; suited by good/good to firm ground.
10
12th (10) (50/1 -127%) Lord Riddiford
50
50/1(-127%)
(10) Lord Riddiford 50/1, Fairly useful 5f Goodwood scorer in 2023 but yet to fire in two starts this term, fifth of 8 in handicap at Newcastle (5f) 100 days ago. Needs to get back on track after a break. Beaten in this race twice before; looks vulnerable again on return from a 100-day break.
11
13th (11) (12/1 +0%) Live In The Moment
12
12/1(+0%)
(11) Live In The Moment 12/1, Hinted at a revival when fourth of 10 in handicap at Doncaster (6f, firm) 14 days ago. Cheekpieces back on and one to consider despite being 3 lb out of the handicap. Controversial start did him no favours in this in 2023; 3lb wrong but latest effort solid.
1
14th (1) (11/2 +0%) Clarendon House
5.5
11/2(+0%)
(1) Clarendon House 11/2, Smart gelding who enhanced his good strike rate in 17-runner handicap at York (5f, good) 16 days ago by 1¼ lengths from Looking For Lynda. Strong traveller who came third in this 12 months ago. Player. Close third in this race last year; has earned his 11lb higher mark; good ground ideal.
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 2 race.
CLARENDON HOUSE defeated Looking For Lynda (second) at York last time out and though the latter is 5lb better off, it might not be enough to see that form reversed. The son of Mehmas, who produced a career-best performance that day, is now 11lb higher than when a narrow third in this event 12 months ago and looks destined for Pattern races once again. Silky Wilkie finds himself on a competitive mark and could be revitalised by the addition of first-time cheekpieces. A strong pace would bring Alligator Alley into this, and Night On Earth should not be underestimated either.
CLARENDON HOUSE arrives at the top of his game and his strong-travelling style is suited to this speedy track so he is taken to build on last year's third here. The handily-weighted Silky Wilkie was runner-up in this 12 months ago and could emerge as the main danger, although a host of others can also have a say in a typically competitive Dash, notably Looking For Lynda, The Bell Conductor, Dream Composer and Live In The Moment.
Robert Cowell's two runners are feared but Karl Burke also has two striking contenders and SILKY WILKIE can beat Looking For Lynda.
(2) Watcha Matey 7/2, Career best when winning 13-runner handicap at Newmarket (1m, good, 33/1) on reappearance 46 days ago, finding extra. That is solid form. 7lb higher than when making a successful return at Newmarket, but form has been franked.
8
2nd (8) (9/1 -29%) Whathappensinvegas
9
9/1(-29%)
(8) Whathappensinvegas 9/1, Career best when winning 12-runner handicap at Newmarket (1¼m, good, 25/1) 14 days ago, always holding on. Should remain competitive up 3 lb. Off the mark at the tenth attempt at Newmarket last time; not sure how strong the form is.
4
3rd (4) (20/1 -122%) Expert Choice
20
20/1(-122%)
(4) Expert Choice 20/1, Promising individual. Not ideally drawn when mid-division in big-field York nursery on final 2-y-o start. Retains potential on return with blinkers added. Returns from 282 days off in first-time blinkers having been gelded; watch market.
1
4th (1) (3/1 +54%) Magico
3
3/1(+54%)
(1) Magico 3/1, Lightly-raced winner. Sixth of 8 in handicap at Ascot (1¼m, good to firm, 9/2) on reappearance 21 days ago, needing stronger gallop. Has work to do. Two wins last autumn and should be all the better for last month's Ascot return; respected.
3
5th (3) (10/1 +0%) Global Skies
10
10/1(+0%)
(3) Global Skies 10/1, Seventh of 8 in handicap at Ascot (1¼m, good to firm, 17/2) 21 days ago. Must improve. Just behind Magico, who was making his reappearance, at Ascot last time; has a bit to find.
6
6th (6) (6/1 +33%) Individualism
6
6/1(+33%)
(6) Individualism 6/1, Shaped well when second on 1m course reappearance. Failed to stay 1¼m and shaped much better than the result in ultra-competitive London Gold Cup at Newbury since. Can do better back over shorter. 0-6 and well beaten in a warm race at Newbury last time; needs to bounce back.
7
7th (7) (12/1 -50%) Classy Boy
12
12/1(-50%)
(7) Classy Boy 12/1, Winner at Beverley in April. Creditable third of 7 in handicap (11/4) at Nottingham (8.3f, good) 21 days ago. Made a winning return at Beverley, but only third off this mark at Nottingham last time.
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8th (5) (7/2 +13%) Highland Spring
3.5
7/2(+13%)
(5) Highland Spring 7/2, Thrice-raced maiden. 5/4, second of 6 in maiden at Redcar (7f, good to firm) on final 2-y-o start. From a leading stable and can go on to better things in handicaps this year. Makes handicap debut after eight months off; extra 2f should suit on breeding; unexposed.
16:00 Musselburgh Handicap (Class 3) 9f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 3 race.
WATCHA MATEY scored comfortably at Newmarket over 1m on his return and the form of that contest has worked out well in the meantime. A 7lb rise looks manageable for Hugo Palmer's charge, and he could have too much for the unexposed handicap-debutant Highland Spring, and Whathappensinvegas, who improved from first to second start for this yard when breaking the maiden at Newmarket.
WATCHA MATEY has had the form of his 1m win at the Newmarket Craven meeting boosted several times since and can defy the handicapper. Individualism was a lot better than the result in the London Gold Cup last time and is second choice ahead of William Haggas handicap newcomer Highland Spring.
The choice is MAGICO who looked progressive last autumn and ran better on his Ascot return than his finishing position would suggest.
(1) Thankyourluckystar 9/2, Well treated and heading back in the right direction recently, runner-up at Bangor 6 weeks ago. Should be involved once again. Latest second at Bangor was a step back in the right direction; in the mix again.
10
2nd (10) (11/2 +66%) Faded Fantasy
5.5
11/2(+66%)
(10) Faded Fantasy 11/2, Opened his account in a 20.5f Southwell maiden last June but hasn't been able to match that form since. Never the slightest threat at Ffos Las 17 days ago and hard to fancy on that evidence.
4
3rd (4) (11/10 +12%) Soir De Gala
1.1
11/10(+12%)
(4) Soir De Gala 11/10, Progressive. Had a bit in hand when stepped up to 2½m at Fakenham last time and a 7 lb higher mark doesn't look enough to stop him with further improvement likely. Cosy winner at Fakenham last month; still has untapped potential and could follow up.
3
4th (3) (12/1 -33%) Evenwood Sonofagun
12
12/1(-33%)
(3) Evenwood Sonofagun 12/1, Still a maiden and only ninth of 11 in handicap hurdle at Ludlow (2m, heavy) when last seen in February. Tongue strap goes back on. 0-19; poor run on soft last time but record on sound surface is better; may bounce back.
7
5th (7) (25/1 -178%) Captain's Pick
25
25/1(-178%)
(7) Captain's Pick 25/1, Runner-up in a bumper in Ireland last summer but hasn't achieved a great deal in a bumper and 3 starts over hurdles in Britain. Hopes rest on switch to handicaps. Opening handicap mark demands improvement but he's in good hands and it's possible.
9
6th (9) (11/1 +45%) Borderline
11
11/1(+45%)
(9) Borderline 11/1, Modest form over hurdles for Martin Keighley. Sports a tongue-tie on this first outing for a new yard after 6 months off. Check the betting. Signs of ability for previous yard; interesting runner in first-time tongue-tie.
12
7th (12) (33/1 -106%) Side Stepper
33
33/1(-106%)
(12) Side Stepper 33/1, Well held in bumper/maiden hurdles in autumn 2023. More realistic chance now handicapping after a break but would need to see market support to consider. Tailed off in three runs over hurdles; difficult to recommend from 10lb out of the weights.
8
8th (8) (22/1 -57%) Denable
22
22/1(-57%)
(8) Denable 22/1, Dual winner over hurdles in summer 2022. Also second at Kempton last May. Well held on AW Flat in April ahead of this return to hurdles. 2-12 over hurdles; not ruled out but others have more obvious claims.
6
9th (6) (50/1 -52%) Helios Allen
50
50/1(-52%)
(6) Helios Allen 50/1, Fair hurdler/chaser for Jane Williams. Off 16 months ahead of this first run for a new trainer. Can only watch. Returns from long absence for new yard; probably best watched unless attracting support.
2
10th (2) (14/1 -115%) Borodale
14
14/1(-115%)
(2) Borodale 14/1, Fortunate to open his account over hurdles at Chepstow in January, 6 lengths second when left in front last and just holding on. Well-held fifth switched to fences at Southwell since and wastes no time reverting to hurdles. Runs off same mark as when scoring at Chepstow but has since run poorly on chasing debut.
11
11th (11) (80/1 -21%) Raindance Queen
80
80/1(-21%)
(11) Raindance Queen 80/1, Placed both starts between the flags early in 2022 but has shown little in over hurdles, including a handicap Pulled up at 50-1 on handicap debut last month and would be a surprise winner.
16:05 Worcester Handicap Hurdle (Class 5)
20f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 5 race.
Having won more cosily than the winning distance might suggest over 2m4f at Fakenham, this appears to be a good opportunity for SOIR DE GALA to follow up that success. Paul Nicholls' runner has been raised 7lb, which may not be enough to halt his progression. Thankyourluckystar chased home a subsequent winner at Bangor and his turn looks near. Denable and Borodale are also worthy of consideration.
SOIR DE GALA can take the next step up the ladder for the Paul Nicholls team. Bangor runner-up Thankyourluckystar and Neil Mulholland's Shuil Ceoil can fight it out for minor honours.
The obvious candidate is SOIR DE GALA, who had more in hand than the winning margin suggested when scoring at Fakenham last month.
(13) Seasett 7/1, Career best when winning 15-runner handicap hurdle at Limerick (19f, good to soft, 11/1) 2 days ago. Not discounted on the back of that. Scored gamely at Limerick on Thursday; big chance under the mandatory penalty.
19
(19) (40/1 -21%) Gonetomillgrove
40
40/1(-21%)
(19) Gonetomillgrove 40/1, Fair winner at 12f on flat. Broke blood vessel when pulled up in handicap hurdle at this course (20f, soft, 33/1) 8 months ago. RESERVE. First reserve; Flat winner; pulled up having burst last twice and comes with many risks.
21
(21) (40/1 -21%) Daly Pursuit
40
40/1(-21%)
(21) Daly Pursuit 40/1, Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. 28/1, well-beaten eleventh of 15 to Seasett in handicap hurdle at Limerick (19f, good to soft) 2 days ago. Easy to look elsewhere. RESERVE. Third reserve; midfield finish in Cork maiden latest a bit more encouraging.
3
1st (3) (11/1 -10%) Our Bobby
11
11/1(-10%)
(3) Our Bobby 11/1, Respectable sixth of 16 in handicap hurdle at Clonmel (19f, soft, 14/1) 16 days ago. Should remain competitive. Needed the run back over hurdles at Clonmel last month and likely to do better here.
8
2nd (8) (13/2 +7%) Jake Peter
6.5
13/2(+7%)
(8) Jake Peter 13/2, Good third of 16 in handicap hurdle at Clonmel (19f, soft, 14/1) 16 days ago. Not taken lightly. Solid efforts in handicap hurdles at Naas and Clonmel; should go well off the same mark.
6
3rd (6) (8/1 +50%) Spring Meadow
8
8/1(+50%)
(6) Spring Meadow 8/1, Unreliable type. 13/2 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, eleventh of 16 in handicap hurdle at Limerick (16f, heavy) 157 days ago. Back up in trip. No real trace of his best form in four runs for this stable late last year; best watched.
14
4th (14) (9/1 +64%) Tipp For Mac
9
9/1(+64%)
(14) Tipp For Mac 9/1, 16/1, wasn't disgraced when fifth of 15 in handicap hurdle at Down Royal (19.8f, soft) 48 days ago. Winless from 15 starts; faded late over this trip at Down Royal in April; each-way chance.
5
5th (5) (18/1 -13%) Tullyveery Lad
18
18/1(-13%)
(5) Tullyveery Lad 18/1, Eleven runs since last win in 2021. 10/1, ninth of 14 in handicap hurdle at Galway (16.6f, soft). Off 8 months. Up in trip. Having just his second run in 23 months here and off since September; others preferred.
16
6th (16) (25/1 +24%) Champagne Saloon
25
25/1(+24%)
(16) Champagne Saloon 25/1, 11/2, pulled up in handicap hurdle at Punchestown (20f, good to soft) 11 days ago. Hood back on. Creditable effort over 2m at Tipperary last month but was unable to match that last week.
20
7th (20) (10/1 -25%) Fromheretoeternity
10
10/1(-25%)
(20) Fromheretoeternity 10/1, 25/1 and tongue strap on for 1st time, second of 13 in handicap hurdle at Wexford (17.2f, heavy) 14 days ago. Can make presence felt. RESERVE. Second reserve; touched off in the first-time tongue-tie at Wexford last month; up 2lb.
15
8th (15) (28/1 -12%) Chatterbox
28
28/1(-12%)
(15) Chatterbox 28/1, Fair maiden on Flat. Little impact in maiden hurdles but is a potential improver now handicapping up in trip. Never counted in last month's Tipperary return; still potential for more on handicap debut.
12
9th (12) (10/1 +29%) Knockbrack Rambler
10
10/1(+29%)
(12) Knockbrack Rambler 10/1, Winner in hurdle at Cork in March. 10/1, respectable eighth of 16 in handicap hurdle at Tipperary (24f, good to soft) 23 days ago. Well beaten last twice since off his penalty for Cork win and others preferred now.
18
|F| (18) (22/1 +33%) Sovereign Duke
22
22/1(+33%)
(18) Sovereign Duke 22/1, Blinkered for 1st time, respectable seventh of 15 in handicap hurdle (33/1) at Tipperary (16f, good to soft) 17 days ago. Back up in trip and entitled to strip fitter for that. Winless over hurdles; not disgraced in a 2m handicap hurdle at Tipperary last time.
10
10th (10) (10/1 +55%) Hill Rocket
10
10/1(+55%)
(10) Hill Rocket 10/1, Lightly-raced maiden who looked in need of a stiffer test when seventh of 14 in handicap hurdle at Tipperary (16f, good to soft, 10/1) 17 days ago. Step up in trip an obvious plus here. Good run at Tipperary latest; step up in trip could suit and well worth a market check.
7
11th (7) (7/1 +30%) Upthereforthinking
7
7/1(+30%)
(7) Upthereforthinking 7/1, Running below form when fell in handicap hurdle at Naas (16.5f, soft, 5/1) 46 days ago. Back up in trip. Cheekpieces on for 1st time. Faller in a handicap hurdle at Naas in April when beaten; tried in cheekpieces here.
11
12th (11) (10/1 -100%) All Walks Of Life
10
10/1(-100%)
(11) All Walks Of Life 10/1, Fourth of 16 in handicap hurdle (28/1) at Clonmel (19f, soft) 16 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. Good Clonmel run; on a competitive mark now and looks capable of a bold showing here.
1
13th (1) (16/1 -167%) Marciano
16
16/1(-167%)
(1) Marciano 16/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Below form eighth of 14 in novice hurdle (7/4) at Limerick (19f, heavy) 155 days ago. Hood back on. Makes handicap hurdle debut. Should have more to offer. Mark Walsh rides but no guarantee that he is the best of the owner's duo; respected though.
4
14th (4) (25/1 -150%) Top Line Tommy
25
25/1(-150%)
(4) Top Line Tommy 25/1, One win from 30 NH runs. Pulled up in handicap chase at Kilbeggan (19f, good, 9/2), losing place quickly early final circuit. Off 8 months and has good claims on the pick of his form back over hurdles. 0-17 over timber; low hurdle mark helps but has been off 267 days.
17
15th (17) (33/1 -32%) Blackcastle Storm
33
33/1(-32%)
(17) Blackcastle Storm 33/1, Lightly-raced maiden over hurdles. 50/1, eighth of 15 in maiden hurdle at Punchestown (16f, good to soft) 11 days ago. Up in trip for handicap debut and remains open to improvement. Dual winner on the Flat but no impact in maiden hurdles; should be capable of better.
2
|PU| (2) (12/1 -118%) Sainte Baol
12
12/1(-118%)
(2) Sainte Baol 12/1, Very good fourth of 16 in handicap hurdle (16/1) at Ballinrobe (16.8f, good) 25 days ago. Open to further improvement back up in trip. Trainer going well. Another bold show likely. Disappointing overall but improved effort in a Ballinrobe handicap hurdle last month.
9
|PU| (9) (25/1 +38%) Mullaghmore Wave
25
25/1(+38%)
(9) Mullaghmore Wave 25/1, Went backwards from reappearance when sixth of 12 in handicap hurdle (33/1) at Wexford (20f, heavy) 14 days ago. No impression in handicap hurdles at Bellewstown and Wexford; others preferred.
The chart reads from right to left to today's race.
JAKE PETER won a maiden hurdle at Thurles way back in 2018 but has been mainly campaigned since on the Flat where he's also gained five wins including at Killarney last summer. The selection has made the frame on both hurdle outings this year including behind the well backed Ballycashin over 2m3f at Clonmel last time with All Walks Of Life staying on about two lengths back in fourth and Our Bobby sixth. Point-to-point winner Sainte Baol looks capable of a handicap win judged on his latest fourth at Ballinrobe, while any market move for Marciano on his handicap debut would be significant. Second reserve Fromheretoeternity would be interesting if getting a run.
SAINTE BAOL showed a bit more than previously when fourth at Ballinrobe last month and, with further improvement anticipated now stepping back up in trip, she's an appealing candidate. Top Line Tommy has good claims back over hurdles on the pick of his form, with 10-y-o Jake Peter another to consider following a good third at Clonmel recently.
A tentative choice is HILL ROCKET after a good run on her second handicap start at Tipperary with the step up in trip a likely plus
(3) Allbetsoff 5/1, Bagged handicaps at Southwell and over C&D in 2023, plus a 6-runner Huntingdon claimer in November. Didn't shape badly on return at Southwell (20.4f, good) in April and failure to settle proved costly over the same C&D next time. Drops back in trip here with the hood refitted and couldn't rule out. C&D winner; mark suggests that he might find a few too good even if handling conditions..
2
2nd (2) (11/4 +8%) Paddy The Horse
2.75
11/4(+8%)
(2) Paddy The Horse 11/4, Back-to-back winner here in 2022, latterly taking a C&D handicap off a 7lb higher mark. Hasn't managed to get his head in front since but he's clearly very effective here (course form figures read 23112) and is a big player judged on his decent effort in a Class 2 Kelso handicap last time. Has shown on his last three starts that he is competitive on this mark; each-way player..
1
3rd (1) (5/1 -11%) Captain Zebo
5
5/1(-11%)
(1) Captain Zebo 5/1, Made it 7 wins from 24 hurdles starts when scoring here (2½m, good to soft) 3 weeks ago. That was his first run for 10 months, so he's entitled to come on for it and dropping back in trip won't be an issue (scored over C&D last June). However, one or two of these make more appeal for win purposes. 2m4f winner here latest; has shown before that he can string a series of wins together..
7
4th (7) (50/1 -317%) Malangen
50
50/1(-317%)
(7) Malangen 50/1, Successful twice at Perth last year but he was a below-par third (beaten nearly 20 lengths) behind Serious Ego over C&D when last seen in November. Hood back on. Prolific winner; handy mark but recent form suggests he's an each-way player at best..
5
5th (5) (11/1 -10%) Book Of Secrets
11
11/1(-10%)
(5) Book Of Secrets 11/1, Confirmed his return to form in running away with a weak maiden at Market Rasen last August. However, beaten a fair way both subsequent starts and he's opposable starting out for new connections on the back of an 8-month absence. Debut for this trainer and well treated if revived to the level of his 2023 success..
4
6th (4) (80/1 -100%) Snookered
80
80/1(-100%)
(4) Snookered 80/1, Multiple scorer for Brian Ellison but you have to go back to July 2022 for his latest success and he offered little on debut for new yard following a 16-month absence here (pulled up in the handicap won by Captain Zebo) 3 weeks ago. Five-time hurdle winner at up to 2m4f; bit to prove after his recent return from a layoff..
6
7th (6) (7/2 +0%) Serious Ego
3.5
7/2(+0%)
(6) Serious Ego 7/2, Veteran who won back-to-back C&D handicaps in November and added to his tally at Perth (16.2f, soft) last time. 5 lb rise for that is offset by Conor Rabbitt's claim, a capable conditional rider who is 2-3 when partnering this gelding. Strong claims. Goes well here; arrives on back of a Perth win; up 5lb but has 5lb claimer; big player..
8
8th (8) (28/1 -12%) Prince Nino
28
28/1(-12%)
(8) Prince Nino 28/1, Struck gold twice at Perth in 2023 but form has tailed off since his latest success in September and his effort at Market Rasen last time was particularly poor. Back on his last winning mark; dangerous to rule him out but last three efforts were poor..
9
|PU| (9) (9/2 +44%) Chumlee
4.5
9/2(+44%)
(9) Chumlee 9/2, Low-mileage 9-y-o who left his qualifying runs well behind when making a successful handicap debut over 17f at Newcastle last spring. Doubled his tally over the same C&D in January and placed at Kelso and Carlisle either side of that, but this demands a clear personal-best. Career-best effort when second at Carlisle latest; can go well when fresh; player..
16:15 Hexham Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 16f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 4 race.
Last year's winner Captain Zebo made a successful return to action when scoring over 2m4f here last month and a 3lb rise in the ratings shouldn't prevent another bold bid. However, this drop in trip could leave the veteran vulnerable, with a chance taken on C&D winner ALLBETSOFF. The Mark Walford-trained gelding is now only 2lb higher than his wide-margin victory at this track in September and he could be ready to strike again. Serious Ego also enjoys it at this venue and completes the shortlist.
The vote goes to PADDY THE HORSE, who did well all things considered to finish as close as he did in a stronger race than this at Kelso last time. Dropping back in trip here won't be an issue for the 9-y-o. Serious Ego regained the winning thread at Perth and he is feared most ahead of Allbetsoff and Captain Zebo.
Given his love of Hexham and a claimer on board to help offset his rise, SERIOUS EGO is taken to add to his recent Perth win.
(4) City Of Troy 3/1, Looked top notch in an unbeaten 2-y-o campaign. Ran too badly to be true when a well-beaten odds-on favourite in the 2000 Guineas on reappearance. Auguste Rodin bounced back from a flop in the same race to win this for Ballydoyle last year and it would be no surprise were he to do likewise. Europe's champion 2yo in 2023; desperately disappointing in 2,000 Guineas; major query now.
1
2nd (1) (9/2 +36%) Ambiente Friendly
4.5
9/2(+36%)
(1) Ambiente Friendly 9/2, Gleneagles colt who burst on to the Derby scene when an emphatic 4½ length success in the Lingfield Derby Trial (11.5f, good to firm) 3 weeks ago. Can race keenly so how well he settles in the early stages under new rider Robert Havlin could prove crucial. Major improvement for step up to 11.6f when impressive at Lingfield; suited by good ground.
11
3rd (11) (6/1 -50%) Los Angeles
6
6/1(-50%)
(11) Los Angeles 6/1, Followed his Tipperary debut success by winning the Group 1 Criterium de Saint-Cloud (1¼m, soft) in October. Took his record to 3-3 when proving a length too strong for reopposing stablemate Euphoric in the Derby Trial at Leopardstown (1¼m, good to firm) on reappearance. 1½m will suit. Big player. Unbeaten winner of three races on varying ground; 1m4f looks sure to suit; leading chance.
7
4th (7) (25/1 +0%) Deira Mile
25
25/1(+0%)
(7) Deira Mile 25/1, Useful without winning at 2, notably fourth to Ancient Wisdom in the Futurity at Doncaster (1m, heavy). Readily landed the odds in 1¼m Windsor novice on his return in April but this asks a much sterner question. Cheekpieces go on for the first time. No obvious ground preferences and open to improvement but form not strong enough so far.
14
5th (14) (50/1 +24%) Sayedaty Sadaty
50
50/1(+24%)
(14) Sayedaty Sadaty 50/1, Useful colt. Good runner-up efforts at listed races at Newcastle (1m) and Newmarket (1¼m) this spring. Plenty of improvement needed but 1½m could suit and his stable has had big-priced runners go well in this before. Wayward at times as 2yo but acts on this track; yard has good record with Derby outsiders.
6
6th (6) (8/1 +33%) Dancing Gemini
8
8/1(+33%)
(6) Dancing Gemini 8/1, Listed winner at 2 and confirmed himself a really smart performer when ½-length second of 13 to Metropolitan in the French 2000 Guineas on his Longchamp reappearance, arguably unlucky after meeting trouble. Bred for further but this is a big jump in trip. Sire and damsire were Derby winners but sharp speed at 7f/1m has been a feature so far.
3
7th (3) (16/1 +36%) Bellum Justum
16
16/1(+36%)
(3) Bellum Justum 16/1, Sea The Stars colt who got off the mark at the fourth attempt in 17-runner Newmarket maiden last autumn and followed up in a 1¼m course listed race on his reappearance. Likely to stay 1½m. More to come. Unassuming 2yo but straightforward 1m2f win here on return; can improve for 1m4f.
2
8th (2) (6/1 -20%) Ancient Wisdom
6
6/1(-20%)
(2) Ancient Wisdom 6/1, Excellent 4-5 in his juvenile season, ending his campaign with Group 1 glory in the Futurity at Doncaster (1m, heavy). No match for Economics but ran well enough to think he's trained on when second in the Dante at York on his reappearance. Shapes as if he'll stay 1½m. Any ease in ground in favour. Won Gr 1 (1m, heavy) as 2yo; one-paced on 1m2f return; 1m4f will suit; rain very helpful.
8
9th (8) (33/1 +18%) Euphoric
33
33/1(+18%)
(8) Euphoric 33/1, Won sole start at 2 and better form in defeat this year, going down by a length to stablemate Los Angeles in the Derby Trial at Leopardstown (1¼m, good to firm) 3 weeks ago. Likely capable of better again now stepping up in trip. Narrow 1m maiden win as 2yo; did the donkey work for Los Angeles latest; likely pacemaker.
16
|U| (16) (28/1 -12%) Voyage
28
28/1(-12%)
(16) Voyage 28/1, Golden Horn colt who looked a good prospect when making a winning debut in a 1¼m Newbury novice (good to soft) 6 weeks ago. This is a big ask on only his second start but he does look sure to go on to better things. 28-1 for 1m2f Newbury debut when impressive winner; promising but massive jump in class.
15
10th (15) (100/1 +0%) Tabletalk
100
100/1(+0%)
(15) Tabletalk 100/1, Supplemented for this after a 1¼m Chelmsford maiden win last month but a huge jolt of improvement will be needed to figure prominently in this company. Made light of winning 1m2f AW maiden in May; this race is a tough task on turf debut.
10
11th (10) (80/1 +20%) Kamboo
80
80/1(+20%)
(10) Kamboo 80/1, Built on debut promise when a 3-length winner of a 1m Kempton novice in December. Had a subsequent easy winner behind in second but he's very much pitched in at the deep end on his return to action. Made late debut; looked smart with AW win in December; off since and bar is sky-high here.
9
12th (9) (33/1 +67%) God's Window
33
33/1(+67%)
(9) God's Window 33/1, Beaten just under 2 lengths into third by Ancient Wisdom in the Futurity at Doncaster (1m, heavy) last autumn. Facile winner in novice company on 1m Nottingham return but comfortably held in Derby trials at Chester and York since. Third to Ancient Wisdom in Group 1 as 2yo; recent trials haven't advanced claims for this.
12
13th (12) (14/1 +0%) Macduff
14
14/1(+0%)
(12) Macduff 14/1, Progressive form, finishing fourth in Group 2 Royal Lodge at Newmarket final 2-y-o start. Returned with a promising 3¼ lengths second to Arabian Crown in Sandown Classic Trial (1¼m, good to soft) 36 days ago, conceding first run. Definitely more to come and makes the shortlist. Something to find on form but promising 2nd on return and the type to improve as a 3yo.
5
14th (5) (33/1 +18%) Dallas Star
33
33/1(+18%)
(5) Dallas Star 33/1, Stepped up on his juvenile form for Dominic Ffrench Davis when a 3-length winner of the Ballysax at Leopardstown (1¼m, heavy) on his reappearance in April. Will need to take another big step forward to get heavily involved. Handled heavy ground well when Group 3 Leopardstown winner for new yard; has work to do.
13
15th (13) (80/1 +47%) Mr Hampstead
80
80/1(+47%)
(13) Mr Hampstead 80/1, Fairly useful form when placed on all 3 starts for Roger Varian but big outsider pitched in at Group 1 level on his first outing for new trainer Dominic Ffrench Davis. Maiden after 3 starts for R Varian, including at 1m4f; asked a huge question at this level.
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 1 race.
A host of exciting prospects head to post in what looks to be a mouth-watering renewal of Epsom's flagship race, and though City Of Troy disappointed in the 2000 Guineas last month, it would be folly to write the champion juvenile off. Stablemate Los Angeles returned to action with a comfortable success in the Derby Trial at Leopardstown and merits the utmost respect as he bids to extend his unbeaten record. Ancient Wisdom appeared to be crying out for a step up in trip when second in the Dante, while Ambiente Friendly, who took the Lingfield Derby Trial in impressive fashion, is also noted. However, there was lots to like about the way in which BELLUM JUSTUM landed the Blue Riband Trial over 1m2f here in April and with prior track experience in his arsenal, the Sea The Stars colt might offer some value.
Aidan O'Brien might hold the key to this race yet again. While LOS ANGELES was no striking winner of the Leopardstown Derby Trial on his fast-ground reappearance he was nicely on top at the line and looks sure to benefit from the step up to 1½m. He won't be inconvenienced should there be any ease in the going having won a Group 1 on soft at 2 and looks a solid alternative to stablemate City of Troy, who looked outstanding at 2 but bombed out in the 2000 Guineas. Macduff is next on the list.
Last year's star 2yo City Of Troy was a flop in the 2,000 Guineas and LOS ANGELES can take another step forward for the new trip.
(2) Plus Point 9/4, Won back-to-back races switched to handicaps last year. Upped in trip, didn't build on her encouraging return when fourth of 7 at Goodwood (16f, soft, 5/1) 28 days ago. Remains capable of better back down in distance. 2m stretched her last time; on the up over 1m4f on slow going beforehand; strong contender.
7
2nd (7) (5/1 +17%) My Chiquita
5
5/1(+17%)
(7) My Chiquita 5/1, Fair perfomer on the Flat who won back-to-back races sent hurdling in October. Good second of 14 in handicap hurdle at Aintree (20f, good to soft, 5/1) 15 days ago, so she's an interesting contender as she returns to the level. In good form over hurdles of late; still has potential on Flat; drying ground would help.
4
3rd (4) (5/2 -25%) Rogue Tornado
2.5
5/2(-25%)
(4) Rogue Tornado 5/2, After 8 months off, made his first start since leaving Tom Clover a winning one when landing 8-runner handicap (3/1) at Leicester (11.8f, good) 3 weeks ago, holding on gamely. Can give another good account back up in trip. Progressive last summer; improved to make a winning stable debut last month; lots to like.
1
4th (1) (3/1 -20%) Churchella
3
3/1(-20%)
(1) Churchella 3/1, Recorded a third win of the year when opening her turf account in 10-runner handicap (9/1) at this C&D (firm) 2 weeks ago, produced to lead final 100 yds. Respected in her current form. Won five of last ten, smooth over C&D last time; slower than good ground would be a worry.
3
5th (3) (14/1 -40%) Story Horse
14
14/1(-40%)
(3) Story Horse 14/1, Took a step forward when runner-up on final 2 starts last year. However, after 4 months off he was possibly unsuited by conditions when eleventh of 16 in handicap at this course (11.9f, soft, 12/1) 36 days ago. Up in trip. Ended 2023 on the up but flopped on soft here on his return; stamina for 1m6f not assured.
5
6th (5) (28/1 -12%) Achnamara
28
28/1(-12%)
(5) Achnamara 28/1, After 4 months off, never dangerous when 10¼ lengths eighth of 10 to the reopposing Churchella in handicap (40/1) at this C&D (firm) 2 weeks ago. Mark continues to fall but more needed to take advantage. Struggled for current stable and beaten over 10l by Churchella here last time; opposable.
6
7th (6) (40/1 -43%) Kalikapour
40
40/1(-43%)
(6) Kalikapour 40/1, In first-time visor, failed to come on much at all for his seasonal/stable debut when fifth of 6 in handicap (50/1) at Redcar (10f, soft) 30 days ago. Others preferred as he goes up in trip. 1m AW win in Ireland as a 2yo; well beaten for new yard; big step up in distance today.
16:38 Doncaster Handicap (Class 5) 14f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 5 race.
Four-time all-weather scorer Churchella confirmed herself on the upgrade with a maiden turf success over C&D last time out but a 6lb rise may leave her vulnerable to ROGUE TORNADO. James Owen has his team in scintillating form right now and there should be more to come from his lightly-raced four-year-old, who has only been raised 3lb for winning on his stable debut at Leicester. Plus Point looks the pick of the remainder.
Having won her first 2 starts in handicaps last season, PLUS POINT wasn't quite in the same form as on her reappearance when fourth at Goodwood on her latest outing, but she is well worth another chance as she drops back down in trip. Churchella has been thriving of late and isn't taken lightly, with Rogue Tornado also in the mix.
James Owen's horses are flying at present and Leicester winner ROGUE TORNADO (nap) can make it 2-2 for his new trainer.
(3) Pilgrim 2/1, Left reappearance behind when creditable third of 17 in handicap at York (5f, good, 5/1) 15 days ago. That appeals as solid form. Gets the vote. Off the same mark as when third in a big field at York last time; serious player.
10
2nd (10) (9/1 +55%) Stash The Cash
9
9/1(+55%)
(10) Stash The Cash 9/1, Winner at Catterick in April but held in stronger races at Chester and York since. Twice held since making a successful return/handicap debut; needs a resurgence.
1
3rd (1) (12/1 -41%) Moonstone Boy
12
12/1(-41%)
(1) Moonstone Boy 12/1, Winner at Southwell in March. 6/1 and blinkered first time, sixth of 8 in handicap at Chester (5f, good) 24 days ago. Bounce back needed. Return to a straight track may help but he lacks the scope of several of these rivals.
7
4th (7) (15/2 +17%) Make It Easy
7.5
15/2(+17%)
(7) Make It Easy 15/2, Good start for new yard, creditable fourth of 17 in handicap (28/1) at York (5f, good) 15 days ago, although Pilgrim was ahead of him. Just under 2l behind Pilgrim when fourth of 17 at York last time; should go well again.
6
5th (6) (25/1 -56%) Master Of My Fate
25
25/1(-56%)
(6) Master Of My Fate 25/1, Lightly-raced winner. Thirteenth of 17 in handicap (14/1) at York (5f, good) on reappearance 15 days ago. Should strip fitter for the run. Behind three of these on last month's York reappearance; others preferred.
8
6th (8) (14/1 -56%) Dandy Devil
14
14/1(-56%)
(8) Dandy Devil 14/1, Thrice-raced winner. Winner at Newcastle in March. 12/1, seventh of 8 in handicap at Chester (5.1f, good) 24 days ago. Twice held since his successful Newcastle debut though a slow break didn't help at Chester.
2
7th (2) (20/1 -150%) Batal Zabeel
20
20/1(-150%)
(2) Batal Zabeel 20/1, Fairly useful form at 2, winning a 5f Beverley nursery. Good second of 6 in nursery (11/2) at York (6f, good) final start. Player on return. Off 265 days having been gelded; interesting to see what the market says on return.
4
8th (4) (22/1 -10%) Sankari
22
22/1(-10%)
(4) Sankari 22/1, 80/1, fifteenth of 17 in handicap at York (5f, good) on reappearance 15 days ago. Needs to have come on a lot. Two wins last year but well behind four of these at York 15 days ago; has a lot to find.
5
9th (5) (2/1 +33%) Circus Lion
2
2/1(+33%)
(5) Circus Lion 2/1, Thrice-raced winner. 8/11, won 5-runner C&D maiden (good) 29 days ago, comfortably. Opening handicap mark looks workable. Should go well. Improving and easily landed a C&D novice last month; more to come now handicapping.
9
10th (9) (28/1 -12%) Silky Robin
28
28/1(-12%)
(9) Silky Robin 28/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Third of 9 in novice at Wolverhampton (5f) in December. Off 168 days. Makes handicap debut. Placed in two of his three starts on the AW; makes handicap/turf debut after 168 days off.
16:45 Musselburgh Handicap (Class 4) 5f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 4 race.
A novice winner on soft going last year, PILGRIM finished a creditable third in a higher grade at York on his latest start with several of these behind. He looks up to scoring off his current handicap mark on that showing and gets the vote. Moonstone Boy went close at Thirsk earlier in the year and another good effort can be expected from him, while Batal Zabeel returns to action 4lb higher than when successful at Beverley last August.
PILGRIM's latest York third appeals as solid form and he's narrowly preferred to handicap newcomer Circus Lion, who won easily in maiden company here last month. Make It Easy, a place behind the selection at York, and Batal Zabeel are others to consider in an interesting sprint handicap.
The vote goes to the unexposed CIRCUS LION who enters handicaps with the potential for plenty of further improvement.
(4) All For Rachel 10/3, 9/1 and hooded for 1st time, career best when winning 11-runner handicap hurdle at Punchestown (20f, good to soft) 11 days ago, soon clear. Others more persuasive. Won well in this new headgear at Punchestown; up 9lb but may keep progressing.
9
2nd (9) (8/1 -60%) Sequoiaspirit
8
8/1(-60%)
(9) Sequoiaspirit 8/1, 7/1, good second of 9 in novice hurdle at Cork (17.3f, good) 21 days ago. Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals. Has threatened in handicaps before but he's looking on the right sort of mark.
10
3rd (10) (12/1 +52%) Ballywilliam Boy
12
12/1(+52%)
(10) Ballywilliam Boy 12/1, 33/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, ninth of 15 in handicap hurdle at Killarney (20.2f, good to soft) 19 days ago. Blinkers on 1st time. Not easy to make a case for. His two novice wins were in 2021; hasn't shown much the last two years.
2
4th (2) (40/1 -21%) Freedom To Dream
40
40/1(-21%)
(2) Freedom To Dream 40/1, Eleven runs since last win in 2021. Blinkered for 1st time, last of 14 in handicap hurdle at Naas (18.5f, soft, 25/1) 125 days ago. 4th in the Martin Pipe two years ago but seems to have completely lost his way.
8
5th (8) (16/1 +0%) Clarens
16
16/1(+0%)
(8) Clarens 16/1, Course winner. Eleven runs since last win in 2021. 12/1, seventh of 11 in handicap hurdle at Killarney (17f, good to soft) 20 days ago. Merits consideration. No joy since a hat-trick in 2021; still capable of running well now and again.
1
6th (1) (11/1 +0%) Take All
11
11/1(+0%)
(1) Take All 11/1, 9/1, eighth of 12 in handicap chase at Kilbeggan (20.4f, good) 15 days ago. Switches from chase to hurdles. Needs a couple of these to falter. Rated higher over fences but not been hurdling for 18 months.
12
7th (12) (9/1 +10%) Ahead Of The Posse
9
9/1(+10%)
(12) Ahead Of The Posse 9/1, Cheekpieces on for 1st time, pulled up in handicap chase at Thurles (21.6f, heavy, 9/2) 132 days ago, pulled up after next. Switches from chase to hurdles. Not taken lightly. Runner-up at last year's Galway festival on his previous start over hurdles.
6
8th (6) (11/1 -175%) Valsorpresa
11
11/1(-175%)
(6) Valsorpresa 11/1, 9/4, much improved when winning 15-runner novice hurdle at Downpatrick (17.8f, good) 36 days ago. Stable having good spell. Makes handicap hurdle debut. Something to find on form. Only his sixth career start when dominating a 2m2f maiden on good ground at Downpatrick.
5
|PU| (5) (7/2 +13%) Anyway
3.5
7/2(+13%)
(5) Anyway 7/2, Career best when winning 17-runner handicap hurdle at Cork (20f, good, 8/1) 21 days ago. Has good chance on form. Up another 8lb for Cork but he's essentially very progressive granted good ground.
13
|PU| (13) (8/1 +50%) All About Lucy
8
8/1(+50%)
(13) All About Lucy 8/1, 14/1, respectable 12 lengths ninth of 17 to Anyway in handicap hurdle at Cork (20f, good) 21 days ago. Point/maiden winner; failed to raise her profile in handicaps and needs to turn a corner.
7
|PU| (7) (10/1 -43%) Ceroc
10
10/1(-43%)
(7) Ceroc 10/1, Two wins from 6 runs last season. Good second of 15 in handicap hurdle (22/1) at Killarney (20.2f, good to soft) 19 days ago. Others more persuasive. Just missed out last time at Killarney (2m4f, yielding) with the blinkers back on.
11
|PU| (11) (22/1 +45%) Benny The Duke
22
22/1(+45%)
(11) Benny The Duke 22/1, Well-beaten fifteenth of 17 to Anyway in handicap hurdle (28/1) at Cork (20f, good) 21 days ago. Maiden winner in 2022; tailed off on recent return from a long absence.
3
|PU| (3) (50/1 -150%) Return To Base
50
50/1(-150%)
(3) Return To Base 50/1, Pulled up in handicap hurdle at Limerick (20f, heavy, 20/1) 158 days ago. Trainer going well. Return to better ground will suit but it's a stretch to call her well handicapped.
The chart reads from right to left to today's race.
A five-time winner on the Flat, SEQUOIASPIRIT can register a first success over hurdles. The Ray Hackett-trained seven-year-old has gone close on a couple of occasions over jumps, including when runner-up at Cork last time. The gelding showed that he handled this track when a staying-on fifth in a stronger race at the festival meeting last September. Twice a winner at the start of last season, Ceroc once again showed that this was his time of year when stepping up on his reappearance effort to finish second at Killarney last month. Edward O'Grady's gelding shouldn't be far away. Anyway, who continues to defy the handicapper, could have further races in him this term.
ANYWAY benefited from the step back up to this trip when hitting the target at Cork three weeks ago and he looks capable of defying an 8 lb rise in the weights. All For Rachel did the job well at Punchestown and he is next on the list ahead of Sequoiaspirit.
Anyway has obvious claims along with others but AHEAD OF THE POSSE could be interesting on this return to hurdling.
(2) Backbyjet 15/2, Surprise winner of 19f Catterick novice hurdle on New Year's Day and left the form of first 2 chase starts well behind when runner-up over C&D (good to soft) recently. However, he's gone up 3 lb and, moreover, it remains to be seen if he'll build on that. Cheekpieces applied. Hurdle winner in January (heavy); best chase run when 2nd over C&D last time; a possible.
7
2nd (7) (8/1 +60%) Not Now Tayto
8
8/1(+60%)
(7) Not Now Tayto 8/1, Made frame both starts in Irish points but no impact in 5 runs over hurdles and needs to turn things round now sent chasing following a wind op. Second in Irish point; modest over hurdles; interesting on chase debut following wind op.
5
3rd (5) (5/1 +38%) Cudgel
5
5/1(+38%)
(5) Cudgel 5/1, All 6 career wins have been registered at this course and he was in good nick earlier this, finishing runner-up 3 times on the bounce (including twice over this C&D). However, he failed to fire in the race won by The White Volcano last time and remains 9 lb above his last winning mark. Six-time winner here; three good runs on heavy in Feb/March (below par latest); chance.
3
4th (3) (4/1 +0%) Follow Your Arrow
4
4/1(+0%)
(3) Follow Your Arrow 4/1, More miss than hit since C&D success in June 2022 but his mark continues on the slide and there were positives to glean from his latest fifth in the 13-runner handicap won by The White Volcano. Entitled to come on for that run (was returning from a 4-month break) and he's a big player. Disappointing since Cartmel third last May; well handicapped; best form on better ground.
6
5th (6) (7/2 +71%) Concrete King
3.5
7/2(+71%)
(6) Concrete King 7/2, Four-time winner between the flags but he's 0-20 under Rules and hopes now pinned on the change of scenery (makes debut for new yard) and new headgear (first-time visor) sparking improvement. Point winner; 0-20 under rules; quite interesting on stable debut with new headgear.
1
6th (1) (12/1 -9%) Ballin Bay
12
12/1(-9%)
(1) Ballin Bay 12/1, Took a step forward when making a successful reappearance in a handicap hurdle at Kelso (22.7f, heavy) in November. However, he has failed to fire in 2 subsequent starts and needs to get back on track now switched to fences. Won novice h'cap hurdle in November; poor efforts since; bit to prove on chase debut.
4
|PU| (4) (10/3 -90%) The White Volcano
3.333333
10/3(-90%)
(4) The White Volcano 10/3, Dual hurdles winner in Ireland back in 2019 and finally came good for this yard/over fences when scoring in good style over this C&D last month. Has to be feared on the back of that but more will certainly be needed off this 10 lb higher mark. Easy C&D winner on good to soft last time; up 10lb; acts on heavy; worth considering.
16:55 Hexham Handicap Chase (Class 5) 20f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 5 race.
Having posted his best effort in handicaps when runner-up over track and trip recently, compensation could be headed in BACKBYJET's direction. First-time cheekpieces are likely to aid Brian Ellison's gelding and a 3lb higher rating looks far from insurmountable. The biggest threat may emerge from last month's C&D winner The White Volcano, who capitalised on a career-low mark, while a change of scenery could revitalise stable debutant Concrete King.
FOLLOW YOUR ARROW shaped with encouragement when fifth behind The White Volcano back from a break over C&D last month and, now 14 lb better off with that rival, George Bewley's charge is taken to emerge on top this time. Backbyjet is third choice.
Preference is for CUDGEL, who was behind The White Volcano last time but can reverse those placings on these better terms.
(6) Cressida Wildes 50/1, Foaled February 17. 28,000 gns foal, Showcasing filly. Half-sister to 2-y-o 6f winner Onigiri. Dam, 2-y-o 5f winner, half-sister to useful 6f-7f winner Compton Park. 28,000gns foal; by Showcasing; yard is 0-6 (none placed) with 2yos this season.
13
1st (13) (18/1 -50%) Twafeeg
18
18/1(-50%)
(13) Twafeeg 18/1, Foaled April 1. 65,000 gns yearling, Far Above filly. Half-sister to 5f winner She Can Boogie and 2-y-o 5f winner Corazon, both useful. Dam 2-y-o 5f winner. Of interest on debut. 65,000gns yearling; pedigree suggests she may need a sharper test.
3
2nd (3) (9/4 -13%) Arabian Dusk
2.25
9/4(-13%)
(3) Arabian Dusk 9/4, Foaled April 27. 80,000 gns yearling, 525,000 gns 2-y-o, Havana Grey filly. Sister to useful winner up to 6f Secret Guest and half-sister to 3 winners, including useful winner up to 7f Nesr Shalghoda and 7f winner Tayala. Dam 1m-10.3f winner. Highly respected on debut. 525,000gns 2yo; represents last year's winning connections; respected debutante.
12
3rd (12) (7/2 +13%) Ripple Effect
3.5
7/2(+13%)
(12) Ripple Effect 7/2, Kameko filly. Half-sister to several winners, including useful 1m winner Ripples Effect. Dam, 5f-6f winner, half-sister to smart 2-y-o 6f/7f winner Peak To Creek. Promising fifth in novice at Newmarket (5f, 12/1) on debut 27 days ago, getting hang of things late on. Up in trip. Likely to improve. Showed promise at Newmarket on 1,000 Guineas day; form has substance; leading player.
1
4th (1) (11/1 -10%) Alice Fairfax
11
11/1(-10%)
(1) Alice Fairfax 11/1, Foaled February 15. Lope De Vega filly. Half-sister to 1¼m winner Subaltern. Dam 1m winner. Dam is closely related to Dubawi; notable connections; interesting newcomer.
2
5th (2) (13/2 -8%) Alondra
6.5
13/2(-8%)
(2) Alondra 13/2, 9,000 gns foal, £52,000 yearling, Sergei Prokofiev filly. Half-sister to 3 winners, including useful 2-y-o 5f winner Harvanna. Dam winner up to 6f (2-y-o 5f winner). Encouragement amid greenness when fifth of 12 in novice at Newmarket (6f, good, 8/1) on debut 15 days ago. Open to progress. Close fifth at Newmarket, doing well considering the race didn't go smoothly.
10
6th (10) (7/1 -27%) Never Forget You
7
7/1(-27%)
(10) Never Forget You 7/1, 60,000 gns yearling, 160,000 gns 2-y-o, No Nay Never filly. Sister to 2-y-o 8.6f winner Cadogan Gardens, closely related to 1m-1¼m winner Cavalluccio. 2/1, second of 3 in maiden at Yarmouth (5.2f, soft) on debut 10 days ago, slowly away. Up in trip. Should progress. Second of three runners at Yarmouth; now in a deeper race but is open to progress.
9
7th (9) (15/2 +38%) Make Love
7.5
15/2(+38%)
(9) Make Love 15/2, Foaled April 26. €26,000 foal, 27,000 gns yearling, Make Believe filly. Half-sister to 6f winner Piz Nair. Dam, 1m winner, closely related to smart winner up to 1½m Highest Ground. 27,000gns yearling; Make Believe half-sister to a 6f winner; check the betting.
11
8th (11) (33/1 -136%) Realise The Dream
33
33/1(-136%)
(11) Realise The Dream 33/1, Foaled February 15. 27,000 gns yearling, Magna Grecia filly. Dam unraced out of useful 2-y-o 7f winner Indigo River. 27,000gns yearling; by Magna Grecia; market instructive.
7
9th (7) (18/1 +28%) Hackney Diamonds
18
18/1(+28%)
(7) Hackney Diamonds 18/1, Foaled January 29. 20,000 gns yearling, Camelot filly. Half-sister to 7f winner Damaar. Dam, 2-y-o 6f winner, half-sister to Gold Cup/dual Irish St Leger winner Order of St George. 20,000gns yearling; by Camelot; stable is 0-8 with 2yos this term.
4
10th (4) (66/1 -32%) Aye Up Lass
66
66/1(-32%)
(4) Aye Up Lass 66/1, Sergei Prokofiev filly. Half-sister to 7f-1m winner Time To Rumble. Dam winner up to 1¼m (2-y-o 7f winner). 33/1, sixth of 7 in novice at Ripon (6f, good to firm) on debut 13 days ago. Needs to improve sharply on her Ripon effort.
5
11th (5) (80/1 -21%) Cassandraalexandra
80
80/1(-21%)
(5) Cassandraalexandra 80/1, Mehmas filly. Half-sister to several winners, including smart 6f winner Shanghai Glory and useful winner up to 1¼m Choose Me. Dam 1¼m winner. 40/1, last of 10 in novice at Newmarket (6f, good) on debut 14 days ago. Failed to beat a rival in Newmarket event.
8
12th (8) (200/1 -100%) Magical Florence
200
200/1(-100%)
(8) Magical Florence 200/1, Foaled April 11. €3,500 yearling, Ribchester filly. Dam 6f winner. 3,500euros yearling; yard isn't associated with winning newcomers.
17:08 Doncaster Maiden (Class 5) 6f Race Class Flow
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Any market move for the Crisfords' expensive Breeze-up purchase Arabian Dusk would have to be considered significant here, but ALONDRA could take some stopping regardless. Not unsupported ahead of her debut over 6f at Newmarket, Charlie Hills' filly was arguably the one to take out of the race having kept on strongly to finish fifth after a trouble-strewn passage. Ripple Effect and Never Forget You are others capable of taking a step forward from their respective debuts.
The Crisfords won this last year with a big-money breeze-up buy and can do so again with ARABIAN DUSK, who fetched 525,000 guineas at the Craven Breeze-Ups in April. Ripple Effect, Alondra and Never Forget You all shaped well first-time up so they head the dangers.
The form choice is RIPPLE EFFECT, while Arabian Dusk is a particularly interesting newcomer.
(6) Purse Price 12/1, Fair hurdler. Winner in hurdle at Thurles in January. Respectable ninth of 17 in minor event hurdle at Punchestown (19.3f, good to soft, 40/1) 31 days ago. Makes chase debut. Stable in good form. Below best last twice; has to find more to compete with the best of these on chasing bow.
5
2nd (5) (14/1 -27%) Miss Oreo
14
14/1(-27%)
(5) Miss Oreo 14/1, Fair hurdler. Creditable fifth of 10 in maiden chase (16/1) at Killarney (20.8f, good to soft) 20 days ago. Back down in trip. Vulnerable to anything with potential. Not a bad chasing debut but well beaten next time and has loads to find.
4
3rd (4) (7/1 -100%) Miss Agusta
7
7/1(-100%)
(4) Miss Agusta 7/1, Fairly useful hurdler. Two wins from 4 runs last season. Latest win in hurdle at Limerick in March. Makes chase debut. Yard in good form. Two hurdle wins but pulled-up at Punchestown last time; needs her best on chasing debut.
3
4th (3) (13/2 -63%) Iris Emery
6.5
13/2(-63%)
(3) Iris Emery 13/2, Lightly-raced winner under NH rules. One win from 3 runs last season. Winner in hurdle at Fairyhouse in February. Makes chase debut. Poor last twice; a chance if at her best but Paul Townend prefers Implicit.
7
5th (7) (200/1 -60%) Sadies Diamond
200
200/1(-60%)
(7) Sadies Diamond 200/1, Poor hurdler. 125/1, pulled up in novice chase at Killarney (20.8f, good to soft) 20 days ago, pulled up before 3 out. Back down in trip. Some promise in bumpers but has been poor in two chase starts and passed over.
1
|U| (1) (16/1 -33%) Idol
16
16/1(-33%)
(1) Idol 16/1, Fair hurdler. Latest win in hurdle at Punchestown in January. Creditable fifth of 15 in handicap hurdle (14/1) at Killarney (20.2f, good to soft) 19 days ago. Makes chase debut. Down in trip. Won a Punchestown handicap hurdle off a mark of 97; a fair bit to find on chasing debut.
2
|PU| (2) (1/2 +40%) Implicit
0.5
1/2(+40%)
(2) Implicit 1/2, Lightly-raced winner over hurdles. Two wins from 4 runs last season. Latest win in hurdle at Fairyhouse in April. Useful chase prospect. The choice of Paul Townend on chasing debut so has to command maximum respect.
17:10 Tramore Maiden Chase 16f Race Speed Rating Flow
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Willie Mullins has landed the last four renewals of this race. His IMPLICIT is a forward-going sort and the undulations in Tramore could suit her. She is fairly fresh ahead of her chasing debut having unseated at the first in a Listed mares' novices' hurdle at the Punchestown Festival. Prior to that, she shed her maiden tag in Clonmel and followed up in a novice handicap hurdle at Fairyhouse. Mullins also saddles Iris Emery, a winner over flights in Fairyhouse who has to be respected. Miss Agusta appears to be the pick of Gordon Elliott's pair, while Idol isn't one to rule out of contention.
IMPLICIT has gone the right way over hurdles this year and can make a successful start to her career over the larger obstacles, most likely at the expense of fellow chase newcomer Miss Agusta.
With Paul Townend on IMPLICIT in preference to her stablemate Iris Emery, the first-named has to be the selection.
(5) L'astronome 40/1, Smart performer in France and made an encouraging stable debut when third in listed race at this course in September. However, has gone backwards from that effort in 3 starts since, tailed off both outings following a wind op this year. Can only be watched. Ran well on British debut but not nearly so well since in two Group 3s or a 2m handicap.
2
1st (2) (7/1 +36%) Relentless Voyager
7
7/1(+36%)
(2) Relentless Voyager 7/1, Landed the odds in great style in a Kempton maiden last March and improved efforts in defeat upped in class/fitted with tongue tie next 2 outings. Made a promising return to action on his first outing since finishing last at Royal Ascot last June and tongue tie is reapplied. Respected. Never-nearer third of nine at Newmarket (1m4f, good) on first run since last June.
7
2nd (7) (4/1 +38%) Ziggy
4
4/1(+38%)
(7) Ziggy 4/1, Struck twice in 2022 and in the placings on both AW starts in January 2023. Returned from 15 months off with a most encouraging effort when second of 7 at this course (10.1f, good to firm) just under 6 weeks ago, finding just a well-handicapped stablemate too strong. One to be interested in. Had his only run since January 2023 when rallying 2nd of seven here (1m2f, good) in April.
14
3rd (14) (12/1 -9%) Asgard's Captain
12
12/1(-9%)
(14) Asgard's Captain 12/1, Won twice for Thomas Dowling in 2023 and has kicked on again for new yard this year, scoring 4 times on the AW at up to 1¼m. Ran just about as well as at Windsor upped in trip when fifth of 20 at York (11.8f, good) recently and holds solid each-way claims. Creditable front-running fifth of 20 at York when up to 1m4f, which he needs to improve on.
4
4th (4) (20/1 +20%) Not So Sleepy
20
20/1(+20%)
(4) Not So Sleepy 20/1, Gained a first Flat win in over 3 years at Newbury last September and went down on his sword for all he failed to make the frame for the first time in the Cesarewitch at Newmarket (18f) 3 weeks later. Hurdles winner since, and returns following a solid fourth on Flat 6 weeks ago. 12yo who has retained a rare zest on Flat and over hurdles; not one to pass over lightly.
13
5th (13) (7/2 +30%) Kotari
3.5
7/2(+30%)
(13) Kotari 7/2, Has returned better than ever, completing the hat-trick in a much stronger race in 14-runner handicap at Ascot (12f, good to firm) 3 weeks ago, as expected having no issue with the extra distance. Another 5 lb higher and with potentially having even more to offer at this trip, he's respected. 3-3 on Flat this spring, latest on step up to 1m4f in 14-runner race at Ascot; big player.
12
6th (12) (9/1 -13%) Dream Harder
9
9/1(-13%)
(12) Dream Harder 9/1, Likeable sort who was just about better than ever when winning at Chester last July. Excellent return to action when third at Wolverhampton in March and unlucky not to finish closer when fourth at former course last month (finished with running left). Threatening to come good again soon. Chester winner; it may well be that this step back up in trip will suit; each-way claims.
11
7th (11) (25/1 +0%) Percy Shelley
25
25/1(+0%)
(11) Percy Shelley 25/1, Useful performer in France who was successful 3 times in 2022. More encouraging signs for this yard fitted in a first-time visor when sixth of 13 in handicap at York (11.8f, good) last month, the only one from off the pace to make ground. Needs to build on that now. No great impact in his five British efforts and not proven over this far.
8
8th (8) (15/2 +32%) Flash Bardot
7.5
15/2(+32%)
(8) Flash Bardot 15/2, Won 5 times in 2023, latterly at Catterick (12f, heavy) in October and she again handled conditions best when seeing off a host of similarly useful fillies on return at Doncaster (11.9f, soft) in April. Not so good at York subsequently and may need soft/heavy to be seen at her best. Good to soft poses a question but she'd be strongly considered if the ground is soft.
10
9th (10) (11/1 +31%) Parlando
11
11/1(+31%)
(10) Parlando 11/1, Useful sort who scored in Bahrain in February (seeing off Box To Box) but was some way below form at Doncaster a month later. Stuck wide and ran better without getting back to his best when sixth of 7 at Chester (10.3f, good to firm) just over 3 weeks ago and likely to come up short. 1m2f winner in Bahrain in February; tries a new trip and needs a career best.
6
10th (6) (18/1 -29%) Struth
18
18/1(-29%)
(6) Struth 18/1, Won at Chester last May and generally held form well in defeat later in the season, headed only late on when runner-up in the November Handicap at Newcastle (12.4f) on his final outing. Sweated up beforehand too keen in the race itself on return so worth another chance. Rather a mixed record in 2023 and reappearance was disappointing but he's not dismissed.
3
11th (3) (14/1 -17%) If Not Now
14
14/1(-17%)
(3) If Not Now 14/1, Won 3-runner Sandown handicap (1¼m, good to soft) last season prior to creditable fifth in the German Derby. Gelded and shaped quite encouragingly after 8 months off when third of 6 in handicap at Lingfield (11.6f, good to firm) 3 weeks ago and remains relatively unexposed. 3rd of 6 at Lingfield (good) three weeks ago was career-best form; needs better still.
1
12th (1) (33/1 -136%) Lucander
33
33/1(-136%)
(1) Lucander 33/1, Did well in Bahrain for this yard over the winter, winning a handicap in December. Not disgraced in Local Group 1/listed events thereafter and returns to these shores after 3 months off back in a handicap. First-time tongue tie applied. Ran on from the back when third in this race last year; 1lb lower today; each-way claims.
15
13th (15) (40/1 -82%) Maso Bastie
40
40/1(-82%)
(15) Maso Bastie 40/1, Followed up from his Lingfield victory on return at Nottingham (10.1f, heavy) last year but failed to kick on in handicaps thereafter (sold from James Fanshawe for 37,000 gns prior to penultimate 2023 start). Hardly set the world alight on both starts this term, so others look stronger. Acts on soft and has run creditably at 1m4f but he needs to find a bit extra.
9
14th (9) (28/1 -75%) Think First
28
28/1(-75%)
(9) Think First 28/1, Useful performer who is unexposed for this stable (ran with some encouragement on hurdling debut) and finished well when runner-up over C&D on return to the Flat in April. Unable to repeat that effort in a first-time hood at Ascot 3 weeks ago, so needs to bounce back quickly. 40-1 second over C&D (good) on penultimate outing; bit to prove on softer than good.
17:15 Epsom Handicap (Class 2) 12f Race Class Flow
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In a typically wide-open affair that looks every inch as competitive as the C&D feature, IF NOT NOW gets the tentative vote. It was a testament to his ability that he was able to score twice last season without looking like the finished article, and the son of Iffraaj can build on his promising seasonal reappearance third recently to return to winning ways. Ziggy was runner-up behind a subsequent winner over 1m2f here when last seen, and he is respected stepping up in trip, while Kotari is likely to be popular with punters having brought up the hat-trick last month, but a 5lb rise demands more.
ZIGGY made a promising return to action from 15 months off when finding his well-handicapped stablemate too strong here over 1¼m just under 6 weeks ago, and with that outing sure to have blown away any cobwebs, Harry Eustace's 6-y-o is taken to notch career victory number 4 at the expense of Dream Harder, who is threatening to come good again soon judged on his recent Chester fourth. Kotari arrives in search of a 4-timer, and he can fight out minor honours with Asgard's Captain.
Kotari has swept all before him on the Flat this year but slight preference is for ZIGGY, who shaped well here in April.
(4) Coconut Bay 9/2, 12/1, won 12-runner handicap at Wolverhampton (7f) 19 days ago, driven out. Not taken lightly after only a 2 lb nudge. Question to answer now back on turf but in the mix if her good recent AW form continues.
10
1st (10) (15/8 +79%) Scarriff
1.875
15/8(+79%)
(10) Scarriff 15/8, Visored first time, respectable third of 12 in handicap at Beverley (8.4f, soft, 6/1) 3 days ago. Blinkers on now. 11-race maiden but fair third at Beverley on Wednesday and not ruled out.
8
2nd (8) (80/1 -60%) National Question
80
80/1(-60%)
(8) National Question 80/1, Modest form at best in Ireland and has struggled on the Flat/over hurdles since coming to Britain. Well beaten on last two Flat runs and same story subsequently on first four hurdle starts.
3
3rd (3) (9/2 +25%) Mr Strutter
4.5
9/2(+25%)
(3) Mr Strutter 9/2, Course winner. 15/2, respectable third of 11 in handicap at Catterick (7f, soft) 9 days ago, faring best of those held up. Considered. Course winner who returned to form when third at Catterick last Thursday; a possible.
6
4th (6) (10/1 -18%) Chinese Spirit
10
10/1(-18%)
(6) Chinese Spirit 10/1, C&D winner. Respectable fourth of 10 in C&D handicap (good) on reappearance 29 days ago. May copme on for the run. Three-time course winner who was fair fourth here on reappearance and could build on that.
9
5th (9) (12/1 -118%) Masham Moor
12
12/1(-118%)
(9) Masham Moor 12/1, Latest win at Southwell in April. 7/2, creditable second of 9 in handicap at Southwell (1m) 33 days ago, no match for winner. In good form on AW in April; has a lower mark on turf but something to prove on grass.
5
6th (5) (14/1 -65%) Eva Rosie
14
14/1(-65%)
(5) Eva Rosie 14/1, Blinkered first time, good second of 9 in classified event at Newcastle (1m) 86 days ago, clear of rest. Claims if the headgear works as well again. In good form on AW earlier this year and she's one to consider back from 86-day break.
2
7th (2) (4/1 +53%) Showmedemoney
4
4/1(+53%)
(2) Showmedemoney 4/1, Course winner. Eleven runs since last win in 2023. Last of 9 in handicap at Newcastle (1m, 25/1) 80 days ago. Return to form needed on back of a break but he's dropped to a dangerous mark.
7
8th (7) (7/1 -40%) Cuban Rock
7
7/1(-40%)
(7) Cuban Rock 7/1, C&D winner. One win from 23 Flat runs. 16/1, bit below form fifth of 10 in handicap at Ayr (6f, good to firm) on reappearance 10 days ago. Significantly back up in trip. Has good chance on pick of form. Encouraging fifth at Ayr on reappearance and this C&D winner could have a part to play.
1
9th (1) (14/1 +22%) Bulls Aye
14
14/1(+22%)
(1) Bulls Aye 14/1, Course winner. Eleventh of 13 in handicap (33/1) at Ayr (7f, good) 18 days ago. Bounce back needed. Won here last October; now 2lb lower but he's struggled on his four outings this year.
17:20 Musselburgh Handicap (Class 6) 8f Race Class Flow
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CHINESE SPIRIT was headed in the shadow of the post when runner-up in last year's renewal and Linda Perratt's veteran may prove to be the one to side with off 3lb lower here. Mr Strutter is not without a shout back up in distance, but Eva Rosie makes more appeal on her recent form on the all-weather having slid down the ratings.
CUBAN ROCK should be all the sharper for his recent 6f reappearance and might prove the answer to this finale. Last month's Wolverhampton scorer Coconut Bay and David Thompson's Mr Strutter also make the shortlist.
Preference is for CHINESE SPIRIT, who went close in this race last year and can build on his fair reappearance fourth here.
(5) Juan Bermudez 15/8, Fairly useful handicapper on Flat for Andrew Balding, stays 2m. Yet to match that form over hurdles but ran his best race when second of 14 at Huntingdon (20.7f) 23 days ago and has to be considered a big player. 2m Flat winner and latest second was over 2m4f; shorter trip has to be a worry.
4
2nd (4) (14/1 +30%) Call To Duty
14
14/1(+30%)
(4) Call To Duty 14/1, Out of a winning hurdler and showed promise on the first of 2 starts in bumpers but dropped away tamely on second start over hurdles at Wincanton last time. Up in trip. Has regressed since finishing third to a good horse on bumper debut at Taunton.
1
3rd (1) (2/1 +11%) Winterwatch
2
2/1(+11%)
(1) Winterwatch 2/1, Three-time winner on the Flat who finally got off the mark over hurdles in first-time cheekpieces in 10-runner handicap at Newton Abbot (18.5f) 12 days ago, impressively. Could be up to defying a penalty. Comfortable winner of a 2m2f Newton Abbot handicap last week; strong form claims.
7
4th (7) (28/1 -100%) Moon Lady
28
28/1(-100%)
(7) Moon Lady 28/1, Green in a trio of bumpers and made a discouraging start over hurdles at Market Rasen 10 months ago. Has left Nicky Henderson. 0-4 for Nicky Henderson; recent winner of a 3m point; sharper test is offputting.
9
5th (9) (80/1 -142%) Flighttothestars
80
80/1(-142%)
(9) Flighttothestars 80/1, Showed something on debut but failed to back it up at Newbury was too free in a first-time tongue strap after 5 months off here 13 days ago. Hurdle bow. Not disgraced in two bumpers here on either side of a no-show at Newbury.
8
6th (8) (20/1 -25%) Roseburg
20
20/1(-25%)
(8) Roseburg 20/1, Successful on the second of 2 starts in points but comfortably held on only start in bumpers and went with no encouragement sent hurdling at Ludlow in February. Has left Tracey Barfoot-Saunt. 100-1 when pulled up at Ludlow but interesting that she's joined such a respected yard.
6
7th (6) (80/1 -60%) Scalloway Castle
80
80/1(-60%)
(6) Scalloway Castle 80/1, No promise in 2 bumpers but hinted at ability in a first-time tongue strap when down the field in a Southwell maiden 18 days ago, having hopeless task from position. No worthwhile form in four starts, the latest on stable debut following wind surgery.
2
|F| (2) (4/1 -45%) Wales
4
4/1(-45%)
(2) Wales 4/1, Useful on Flat (stays 1¾m), winner twice in Germany in 2023. Left Andreas Wohler €40,000 (privately) in November and made a winning start over hurdles in an 11-runner maiden at this course (16.3f) 23 days ago, bit in hand. That was a weak race but he's surely capable of better. Useful on the Flat in Germany and won here last month despite pulling hard.
3
|U| (3) (10/1 +75%) Baskerville
10
10/1(+75%)
(3) Baskerville 10/1, Fair form when runner-up on the first of 2 starts in bumpers but ran below that level sent hurdling at Taunton in December and off since. Front two came clear when second in a bumper here in August but hasn't shone since.
10
|PU| (10) (200/1 -700%) Habibi
200
200/1(-700%)
(10) Habibi 200/1, Made a promising debut in a Newbury bumper in December but well below that level both outings since. Makes hurdles debut. First run for yard after leaving Nigel Twiston-Davies. Final run for Nigel Twiston-Davies was underwhelming and has moved yards.
17:23 Stratford Maiden Hurdle
(Class 4) 19f Race Class Flow
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Winterwatch proved a revelation when opening his hurdling account at the 12th attempt at Newton Abbot recently but he may now prove vulnerable under a penalty, a comment which could also be applied to the four-year-old Wales, who landed a weak maiden event on his first hurdling start over slightly shorter on this track. Preference is for Dan Skelton's JUAN BERMUDEZ, a former winner on the Flat for Andrew Balding who took a clear leap forward when runner-up at Huntingdon last time out.
It took a while for WINTERWATCH to open his hurdle account, but he did so in impressive fashion at Newton Abbot 12 days ago and could be up to defying a penalty on that evidence. Juan Bermudez and Wales are the obvious threats.
Winterwatch and Juan Bermudez are dangers but WALES was useful on the Flat and made a winning jumps debut here.
(20) Queen Of Seduction 20/1, Lightly-raced maiden over hurdles. Fairly useful winner at 12f on the Flat. Blinkered for 1st time, seventh of 11 in handicap at Leopardstown (12f, good, 50/1) 15 days ago. Switches from Flat to hurdles. RESERVE. Reserve; dual Flat winner for previous yard; very opposable on hurdling form.
21
(21) (25/1 +0%) Ivy Hall
25
25/1(+0%)
(21) Ivy Hall 25/1, Fourteenth of 17 in minor event hurdle (250/1) at Punchestown (19.3f, good to soft) 31 days ago. Back up in trip. Makes handicap hurdle debut. RESERVE. Reserve; some of her maiden form offers hope now handicapping.
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(19) (66/1 +0%) Golden Glen
66
66/1(+0%)
(19) Golden Glen 66/1, One win from 39 NH runs. Twenty-nine runs since last win in 2019. Fifth of 14 in handicap chase (14/1) at Tramore (21.8f, good) 40 days ago. Switches from chase to hurdles. Blinkered for 1st time. RESERVE. Reserve; beaten 14l in latest chase; not that appealing back hurdling with blinkers tried.
10
1st (10) (9/2 -29%) Rising Dust
4.5
9/2(-29%)
(10) Rising Dust 9/2, 20/1, very good second of 14 in handicap hurdle at Punchestown (24f, good to soft) 11 days ago. Has to be taken seriously. Kept boxing on for second behind a well-handicapped winner at Punchestown (2m7f).
12
2nd (12) (40/1 +0%) Annie Questions
40
40/1(+0%)
(12) Annie Questions 40/1, Lightly-raced maiden under Rules. Ninth of 14 in novice hurdle at Wexford (20f, heavy, 66/1) 14 days ago. Makes handicap hurdle debut. Just a smidgeon of promise in maidens and she's best watched on this handicap debut.
7
3rd (7) (33/1 +0%) Ordered Lives
33
33/1(+0%)
(7) Ordered Lives 33/1, Visored for 1st time, pulled up in handicap hurdle (28/1) at Tramore (21f, soft), losing touch from 2 out. Off 18 months. Hooded for 1st time. Dual novice winner for Fergal O'Brien; it's been a rocky road in handicaps.
5
4th (5) (9/1 -13%) Safran Et Bleu
9
9/1(-13%)
(5) Safran Et Bleu 9/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Fifth of 12 in novice hurdle (80/1) at Killarney (20.2f, good to soft) 19 days ago. Cheekpieces on for 1st time and needs a second look now handicapping. Engaged 7.50 Tramore Friday. Uncompetitive in four maidens but handicaps are now a better option; cheekpieces added.
2
5th (2) (8/1 +50%) Tilloughna
8
8/1(+50%)
(2) Tilloughna 8/1, Cheekpieces on for 1st time, seventh of 14 in handicap hurdle at Punchestown (24f, good to soft, 14/1) 11 days ago, going in snatches. Booking of Millar a plus. Has placed form here off a higher mark but has to stage a revival.
14
6th (14) (14/1 +44%) Presenting Cody
14
14/1(+44%)
(14) Presenting Cody 14/1, Creditable fifth of 13 in handicap chase at Killarney (20f, good to soft, 9/1). Off 21 months. Switches from chase to hurdles. Cheekpieces on for 1st time. Placed in a recent point following an absence; placed under rules in the past.
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7th (16) (12/1 +40%) Whiskey Lady
12
12/1(+40%)
(16) Whiskey Lady 12/1, 17/2, fifth of 7 in handicap hurdle at Downpatrick (21.8f, good to soft) 8 days ago. Tongue strap on 1st time. Has placed form but might not be the strongest of stayers over this far.
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8th (18) (16/1 +0%) Rewrite The Script
16
16/1(+0%)
(18) Rewrite The Script 16/1, Last of 7 in handicap hurdle (15/2) at Downpatrick (21.8f, good to soft) 8 days ago. Cheekpieces tried last week are soon dismissed and previous efforts weren't too shoddy.
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9th (1) (33/1 -175%) Delta Melody
33
33/1(-175%)
(1) Delta Melody 33/1, Lightly-raced maiden under Rules. 20/1, fourth of 9 in hunter chase at Cork (24f, heavy) on debut over fences 61 days ago. Switches from chase to hurdles. Minor rules form; one point run reads well but hasn't progressed from there.
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10th (11) (16/1 -100%) Toucan Do
16
16/1(-100%)
(11) Toucan Do 16/1, Creditable third of 12 in handicap hurdle at Clonmel (19f, soft, 33/1) 16 days ago. Back up in trip. 0-11; beaten under 10l at Clonmel 16 days ago but that was over 2m3f.
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11th (3) (18/1 -13%) Dear Ryta
18
18/1(-13%)
(3) Dear Ryta 18/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Ninth of 17 in novice hurdle at Cork (19.2f, good, 80/1) 21 days ago. Up in trip and tongue strap on 1st time for this handicap hurdle debut. Open to improvement. Hard to suggest that she's well treated for handicap debut based on her maiden efforts.
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|PU| (4) (9/1 -170%) Sheephaven Flyer
9
9/1(-170%)
(4) Sheephaven Flyer 9/1, Switches from chase to hurdles. Stable in good form and he has to enter calculations. Has the form to win this and signs have been more encouraging for this yard.
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|PU| (6) (9/2 +63%) Walkonthebriteside
4.5
9/2(+63%)
(6) Walkonthebriteside 9/2, Sixth of 16 in handicap hurdle at Punchestown (20f, good to soft, 16/1) 11 days ago. Signs of progress when sixth over 2m4f last time and he's up in trip here.
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|PU| (13) (12/1 +0%) Morrie In D Quarry
12
12/1(+0%)
(13) Morrie In D Quarry 12/1, Hooded for 1st time, fifth of 12 in handicap chase at Wexford (25.2f, heavy, 8/1) on debut over fences 14 days ago. Switches from chase to hurdles. Merits consideration. Never that threatening when placed in staying hurdles before; chasing last time.
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|PU| (17) (12/1 +0%) Man Of The House
12
12/1(+0%)
(17) Man Of The House 12/1, Unseated rider in handicap chase at Sligo (21.2f, heavy, 9/2) on debut over fences. Off 8 months. Switches from chase to hurdles. Blinkers on 1st time. Not taken lightly. Maiden over hurdles but there have been positive signs on good ground; blinkers are tried.
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|PU| (9) (22/1 -83%) Mrs Biddle
22
22/1(-83%)
(9) Mrs Biddle 22/1, Twelfth of 16 in handicap hurdle (7/1) at Punchestown (20f, good to soft) 11 days ago. Looks competitive on form. Good third at Tramore but couldn't build on that in a big way next time.
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|PU| (8) (28/1 -12%) Signora Di Milano
28
28/1(-12%)
(8) Signora Di Milano 28/1, 25/1, pulled up in handicap hurdle at Wexford (20f, heavy) 14 days ago. Opposable. Soft ground not ideal for two runs in handicaps but still has enough to prove on balance.
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|PU| (15) (40/1 -21%) Getaway Henry
40
40/1(-21%)
(15) Getaway Henry 40/1, Seventh of 16 in handicap hurdle (22/1) at Fairyhouse (20.5f, heavy). Off 6 months. Tailed off on handicap debut and has very little in the way of worthwhile form.
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RISING DUST can step up on his recent Punchestown second to win here for veteran trainer Michael Hourigan. A frequent visitor to the winner's enclosure at this track over the years, the Limerick man would like nothing better than to return to the number one spot. The gelded son of Leading Light appears to have strong claims of providing that much sought-after success. Sheephaven Flyer proved a costly failure for followers of the Emmet Mullins yard when unseating after being hampered at Downpatrick last month. The Milan gelding had appeared to show improved form when runner-up in a point-to-point on stable debut. Clonmel third Toucan Do is another who should be involved at the business end of the race.
RISING DUST posted his best effort yet when runner-up at Punchestown recently and he is taken to go one better here, perhaps at the chief expense of Sheephaven Flyer, who is 0-9 under Rules but resumes in this sphere on an appealing mark. Morrie In D Quarry and potential improvers Dear Ryta and Safran Et Bleu are also shortlisted.
Sheephaven Flyer is sure to be popular and he might easily win, but WALKONTHEBRITESIDE rates a feasible alternative.
(4) Elleon 15/8, Finally off the mark over fences at Haydock at the end of March and bettered that when proving 4 lengths too strong for Dr Shirocco over C&D (good to soft) recently. 6 lb rise fair enough and he's likely to be in the thick of things. Scored second win in 2024 over C&D last time; 6lb higher; conditions suit; major chance.
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2nd (2) (14/1 +0%) Motion In Limine
14
14/1(+0%)
(2) Motion In Limine 14/1, Dual hurdles winner who was placed on 2 of his first 3 starts over fences in 2023. However, he needs to bounce back in a significant way following poor efforts at Newcastle and Wincanton the last twice (undergone a second wind op since latest run). Two hurdle wins; good third over 3m3f on soft in November; poor since; back after wind op.
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3rd (6) (9/2 +10%) Dr Shirocco
4.5
9/2(+10%)
(6) Dr Shirocco 9/2, Winless following 20 attempts over hurdles but has already won 3 times from 12 starts in this sphere, the latest over C&D at the beginning of last month. Denied a clear run turning for home when 4 lengths second to Elleon back here recently and now 4 lb better off with that rival. Has run well over C&D on good on last two starts; handles soft; should go well again.
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4th (5) (8/1 +11%) Lights Are Green
8
8/1(+11%)
(5) Lights Are Green 8/1, Took well to fences last year, scoring over this C&D and at Cartmel at the start of the summer. Decent second back here in October but he misfired when returning from a break last month and it's hard to lend him support on the back of that. Dual winner last May; 2nd over C&D in October; pulled up over 2m4f last time; a possible.
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5th (1) (6/1 -9%) Ashington
6
6/1(-9%)
(1) Ashington 6/1, Losing run stretches back to March 2022 but the handicapper has shown mercy and he put in a good shift returned to this sphere at Sedgefield (21f, good) last time. Will be a danger to all if able to build on that effort. On a career-low mark; decent run last time; has a chance particularly if going dries up.
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|U| (3) (3/1 +14%) Zwicky
3
3/1(+14%)
(3) Zwicky 3/1, Multiple hurdles winner last year and positive start in this sphere when 3 lengths third to Dr Shirocco in a C&D handicap 3 weeks ago. Mark unchanged and he should have a part to play. Dual winner over hurdles in October (2m4f); good C&D third on chase debut; interesting.
17:30 Hexham Handicap Chase (Class 4) 24f Race Class Flow
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The combination of a return to chasing and greater emphasis on stamina saw ELLEON back in the winner's enclosure over C&D. Sam England's charge won with enough in hand that day to suggest he's capable of going in again and a 6lb rise looks more than workable. Having pulled up on his last two outings, Motion In Limine clearly comes with risks attached, although a wind procedure could help the nine-year-old get back on track. He is feared most, ahead of Zwicky.
DR SHIROCCO looked a shade unlucky when chasing home Elleon over C&D 11 days ago and he is taken to get the better of that rival this time. It's by no means a two-horse race, though, with Ashington and Zwicky both viable candidates, too.
Having run some sound races over fences this year, ELLEON (nap) is taken to confirm recent C&D placings with Dr Shirocco.
(5) Marion's Boy 15/2, Four-time C&D winner. Bit below form seventh of 13 in handicap at Chelmsford (10f, 4/1) 49 days ago. Place possibilities if on-song. Four-time C&D winner but he didn't fire last time and needs to step up again after that.
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2nd (7) (16/1 -60%) Uzincso
16
16/1(-60%)
(7) Uzincso 16/1, Sixteen runs since last win in 2022. 12/1, ninth of 13 in handicap at Yarmouth (10.1f, good to firm) 49 days ago. Others preferred. On dangerous mark but last win was in 2022 and was beaten 18l at Yarmouth last time.
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3rd (8) (10/1 -100%) Shaheen Saqaar
10
10/1(-100%)
(8) Shaheen Saqaar 10/1, Winner at Wolverhampton in December. Creditable fifth of 11 in handicap at Nottingham (8.3f, good, 18/1) 22 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Can make his presence felt. Record of 1-10 and has faded at Nottingham last twice; others look stronger.
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4th (9) (8/1 +33%) Chagall
8
8/1(+33%)
(9) Chagall 8/1, Four-time course winner. Fourth of 7 in handicap (9/2) at Wolverhampton (14f) 54 days ago. Back down in trip and he's in with an each-way shout. Multiple course winner who had an excuse at 1m6f latest and has claims back at this trip.
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5th (2) (12/1 -33%) Gentle Whinny
12
12/1(-33%)
(2) Gentle Whinny 12/1, Tenth of 12 in handicap at Windsor (11.4f, good to soft, 11/1) 33 days ago. Down another 5 lb and it'll be interesting to see if the first-time visor can help her get back on track. Sole win was in October 2022 and has struggled since then; visor now applied.
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6th (1) (10/3 +67%) Brassavola
3.333333
10/3(+67%)
(1) Brassavola 10/3, 12/1, sixth of 12 in handicap at Chelmsford (10f). Off 6 months and she's likely to find one or two too good once again. 0-6 but was a close sixth over 1m2f at Chelmsford in November; in the mix on return.
11
7th (11) (10/1 +17%) Kissininthebackrow
10
10/1(+17%)
(11) Kissininthebackrow 10/1, Course winner. Fourth of 7 in handicap (14/1) at Windsor (11.4f, good to firm) 19 days ago, needing stronger gallop. Now 2 lb lower and she will be a danger to all if getting a decent pace to aim at. Hood applied. Lightly raced since her win here in January 2022; hood is added back at this trip.
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8th (10) (20/1 -67%) Mc'ted
20
20/1(-67%)
(10) Mc'ted 20/1, Two wins from 5 runs this year. Latest win at Chelmsford in April. Sixth of 9 in handicap at Yarmouth (10.1f, good, 17/2) 32 days ago. Has work to do. Disappointing in hat-trick bid at Yarmouth and has bit to prove again after that.
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9th (6) (7/1 +50%) Solanna
7
7/1(+50%)
(6) Solanna 7/1, C&D winner. Twelfth of 13 in handicap at Kempton (8f, 50/1) 61 days ago. Back up in trip and he's probably worth taking on. On reduced mark but he needs a major revival back up in trip.
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10th (4) (14/1 -115%) Malacanne
14
14/1(-115%)
(4) Malacanne 14/1, Latest win at Wolverhampton in February. Fourth of 7 in handicap (9/2) at Kempton (11f) 31 days ago, not looking keen. Others more persuasive. May have been stretched at 1m3f latest and he's not ruled out dropped back in trip/grade.
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11th (3) (8/1 -33%) Louisiana Bay
8
8/1(-33%)
(3) Louisiana Bay 8/1, Latest win here in April. Fifth of 8 in handicap at Chepstow (12f, heavy, 7/2) 18 days ago. The testing conditions may not have been suitable that day and she can be expected to bounce back with a bold show now returned to the AW. Flopped back on turf last time but she has a striking record on AW this year; shortlisted.
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12th (13) (22/1 -175%) Forever Proud
22
22/1(-175%)
(13) Forever Proud 22/1, Two wins from 6 runs this year. 14/1, didn't need to improve to win 7-runner handicap at this C&D (AW) 30 days ago, all out. 2 lb nudge fair enough and she should have a part to play. Both wins have come over C&D and latest was last month; respected off 2lb higher here.
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13th (12) (40/1 -100%) Hotspur Harry
40
40/1(-100%)
(12) Hotspur Harry 40/1, Unreliable sort. Two wins from 43 Flat runs. Twenty runs since last win in 2022. Sixth of 9 in handicap at Brighton (11.9f, good to soft, 25/1) 23 days ago, slowly away. Passed over. 0-20 since his last win in 2022 and he struggled at Brighton last time; others preferred.
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14th (14) (150/1 -50%) Twilight Kiss
150
150/1(-50%)
(14) Twilight Kiss 150/1, 80/1, ninth of 11 in handicap at Brighton (8f, good to soft) 11 days ago. Up in trip and she needs to find improvement from somewhere. 12-race maiden and was tailed off on her comeback at Brighton 11 days ago.
17:35 Lingfield Handicap (Class 6) 10f Race Class Flow
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Following a return to form when scoring over C&D last time, Forever Proud appears likely to offer another bold bid. That said, having been raised 2lb for that short-head success, she may be susceptible to some better treated rivals such as MALACANNE. Des Donovan's gelding was a good second over 1m2f at Chelmsford off this mark on his penultimate outing and he looks primed to go close. Mc'ted was denied a hat-trick last time and is very much of interest back on the all-weather.
It could be worth rolling the dice with GENTLE WHINNY, in the hope that the first-time visor helps to spark a return to form for ths 4-y-o. She has slipped to a very tempting mark, too. Forever Proud hit the target over C&D last month and has to enter calculations, while Louisiana Bay and Kissininthebackrow are others to consider.
This looks tricky but the vote goes to BRASSAVOLA, who is still unexposed and was a close sixth at Chelmsford in her final run in 2023.
(7) Amsterdam 50/1, Offered something to work on having shown his inexperience when sixth of 12 in minor event (28/1) at Kempton (8f) on debut 6 months ago, not knocked about. Should do better, but this looks a warm race. Open to progress on the back of AW debut sixth last autumn but this is a hot race.
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1st (5) (11/1 -29%) Socialite
11
11/1(-29%)
(5) Socialite 11/1, Too Darn Hot colt who was relatively unfancied in the betting given the excellent form of his yard but was able to overcome greenness to make a winning start in 14-runner maiden at Leicester (7f, good) 3 weeks ago. Looks sure to progress. Form of 7f debut success boosted in recent days; could be useful.
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2nd (4) (5/6 +56%) King's Gamble
0.833333
5/6(+56%)
(4) King's Gamble 5/6, Kingman colt who looked potentially useful in making a winning start in a 6f Newmarket novice last August. Improved significantly on that form when 2 lengths third of 10 to Lake Forest in Gimcrack Stakes at York (6f, good to firm) 3 weeks later and not seen since. Leading player on return. Debut win before third in Gimcrack; sets the bar high back in a novice on return.
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3rd (10) (12/1 +14%) Stanage
12
12/1(+14%)
(10) Stanage 12/1, Failed to progress as expected from debut when fifth of 19 in minor event at Newbury (7f, good, 4/1) 15 days ago. Has plenty about him physically, but it could be handicaps where he flourishes. Third on C&D debut (soft) and achieved more when 5th of 19 at Newbury since; more to come.
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4th (11) (18/1 -29%) Surrey Shadow
18
18/1(-29%)
(11) Surrey Shadow 18/1, 20/1, produced a promising first effort when second of 11 in minor event at this C&D (soft) just over 5 weeks ago, seeing off the rest though making no impression on winner. Likely to improve. Finished 2l in front of reopposing Stanage when promising second on his C&D debut.
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5th (3) (5/1 -11%) Aramram
5
5/1(-11%)
(3) Aramram 5/1, Blue Point colt who was heavily backed after 8 months and was much improved from debut (had a breathing operation in the interim) when impressively winning 12-runner minor event at Nottingham (6.1f, good to firm) 3 weeks ago. Will go on improving and looks sure to win more races. Had wind op prior to readily making all over 6f at Nottingham recently; promising.
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6th (6) (10/1 -100%) Run Away
10
10/1(-100%)
(6) Run Away 10/1, €2,600,000 yearling, No Nay Never filly who was easy to back despite the stable going very well but knew what was required to make a winning start in 12-runner maiden at Yarmouth (7f, good, 7/1) just under 5 weeks ago, displaying a fine attitude. Sure to improve. Sister to Group 1 winner; held on gamely on 7f Yarmouth debut and the second has won since.
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7th (2) (66/1 -371%) Shamardal Star
66
66/1(-371%)
(2) Shamardal Star 66/1, Offered little when a well-beaten second in 3-runner newcomers bumper at Fakenham in November but showed ability against a field of 3-y-os when second of 6 in maiden at this C&D (good to soft, 28/1) last month. This significantly tougher. Well-held second in bumper but shaped well when second in C&D maiden last month.
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8th (8) (5/1 +58%) Granger Bay
5
5/1(+58%)
(8) Granger Bay 5/1, €450,000 New Bay colt who turned in a highly promising first effort when second of 12 in minor event (6/1) at Yarmouth (7f, soft) 7 months ago. One to look out for with a winter on his back. Promising second on Yarmouth debut last autumn; entered in Group 1; sure to improve.
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9th (9) (200/1 -203%) Mudhafar
200
200/1(-203%)
(9) Mudhafar 200/1, Went backwards from debut after 9 months off when eleventh of 18 in minor event (33/1) at this course (6f, firm) 2 weeks ago. Needs another run for a mark. Well held on 6f course return two weeks ago and likely to be one for handicaps after this.
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10th (1) (200/1 -100%) Robespierre
200
200/1(-100%)
(1) Robespierre 200/1, 100,000 gns yearling, 6,000 gns 3-y-o, Showcasing gelding. Dam, 1½m winner, sister to very smart winner up to 1½m Yucatan out of Prix Jacques le Marois/Breeders' Cup Mile winner Six Perfections. Massive outsider. Would be a shock winner on debut.
17:40 Doncaster Stakes (Class 2) 7f Race Class Flow
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A strong-looking contest in which Socialite and Run Away both have to be considered after making winning starts, particularly the latter who fetched 2,600,000 euros as a yearling. All that said, KING'S GAMBLE may have too much if building on his smart juvenile form which saw him land a Newmarket maiden before finishing third in the Gimcrack at York. A step up to 7f should only improve him and this could be a stepping stone towards going up to the highest level at Royal Ascot, with the son of Kingman boasting an entry in the St James's Palace.
A valuable novice chock-full with potential and it's KING'S GAMBLE who gets the vote to come out on top having produced a couple of highly promising efforts when last seen 9 months ago. Aramram landed a few tidy bets on return at Nottingham 3 weeks ago and he could be the one to give the selection most to do, with Run Away and Socialite both first-time-out winners who are open to improvement, also.
Plenty of nice prospects in this valuable novice but last year's Gimcrack third KING'S GAMBLE still rather stands out.
(18) Fr Gilligansvoyge 8/1, One win from 51 NH runs. 12/1, creditable fourth of 15 in handicap chase at Limerick (19.7f, good) 9 days ago. RESERVE Just 1-24 over fences but wasn't beaten far last time; needs more; reserve.
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(17) (20/1 -25%) Coastguard Lady
20
20/1(-25%)
(17) Coastguard Lady 20/1, Pulled up in handicap chase (16/1) at Limerick (19.7f, good) 9 days ago, pulled up 2 out. RESERVE. Maiden was badly hampered by a faller at Limerick last time and can be forgiven; reserve.
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(12) (25/1 +0%) Cullenwaine
25
25/1(+0%)
(12) Cullenwaine 25/1, 7/1, very good second of 15 in handicap hurdle at Limerick (19f, good to soft) 2 days ago. Switches from hurdles to chase Bit more needed.. Maiden was pulled-up on last chase start but yard in such good form that can't be ignored.
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1st (15) (14/1 -17%) Greenway Machine
14
14/1(-17%)
(15) Greenway Machine 14/1, One win from 24 NH runs. 25/1, creditable fourth of 10 in handicap chase at Limerick (22.7f, good) 9 days ago. Won at Downpatrick last autumn and a solid return at Limerick; can go well now.
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2nd (19) (20/1 -186%) Ennemi Public
20
20/1(-186%)
(19) Ennemi Public 20/1, Unreliable type. One win from 38 NH runs. Twenty seven runs since last win in 2020. 16/1, good fifth of 15 in handicap chase at Limerick (19.7f, good) 9 days ago. Blinkers back on. RESERVE. Sole win came over hurdles at this track in December 2020; is 0-21 over fences; reserve.
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3rd (4) (10/1 +0%) Intersky Sunset
10
10/1(+0%)
(4) Intersky Sunset 10/1, 11/1, eleventh of 16 in handicap hurdle at Tipperary (24f, good to soft) 23 days ago, left poorly placed. Switches from hurdles to chase. Dual point winner won over hurdles last winter; has run well here over fences; chance.
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4th (13) (8/1 -14%) Ocodango Boy
8
8/1(-14%)
(13) Ocodango Boy 8/1, Fourth of 12 in handicap chase (16/1) at Downpatrick (23.7f, good) on debut over fences 22 days ago. Point winner ran a fine race in this company when given a lot to do at Downpatrick; player.
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5th (1) (5/1 -43%) Listenheretomejack
5
5/1(-43%)
(1) Listenheretomejack 5/1, 9/2, good second of 11 in handicap chase at Killarney (20.4f, good to soft) 19 days ago. Leading claims. Three hurdle wins and two fine chase runs latest, including over C&D; solid chance.
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6th (5) (7/1 +22%) Roman Parish
7
7/1(+22%)
(5) Roman Parish 7/1, Remains a maiden after 18 NH runs. Fourth of 7 in handicap hurdle at Downpatrick (21.8f, good to soft, 5/2) 8 days ago. Switches from hurdles to chase. Makes handicap chase debut. Engaged 7.50 here on Friday. Maiden after 18 starts but in the frame several times; a squeak on handicap chase debut.
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7th (6) (25/1 -25%) Thethirstyfarrier
25
25/1(-25%)
(6) Thethirstyfarrier 25/1, Twice-raced maiden. 33/1, sixth of 10 in hunter chase at Tipperary (23.4f, good to soft) 23 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Makes handicap chase debut. Some ability in points and hunter chases and could run well on handicap debut.
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8th (7) (28/1 -100%) Finnians Row
28
28/1(-100%)
(7) Finnians Row 28/1, One win from 28 NH runs. Winner in chase at Downpatrick in September. Respectable fifth of 14 in handicap chase (16/1) at Down Royal (20.4f, heavy) 130 days ago. Won a Downpatrick beginners' last September; three lesser runs when last seen; needs best.
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9th (9) (11/1 +0%) Tuff Days
11
11/1(+0%)
(9) Tuff Days 11/1, 7/1, creditable fifth of 10 in handicap chase at Limerick (22.7f, good) 9 days ago. Point winner has been placed over hurdles; not a bad chase run last time but needs more.
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10th (8) (16/1 +20%) Tech Talk
16
16/1(+20%)
(8) Tech Talk 16/1, Unseated rider 5 out in novice chase at Punchestown (24.4f, good to soft, 12/1) on reappearance 32 days ago. Point winner unseated in a banks race last time; has a squeak on his best form.
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11th (3) (7/1 +0%) Three By Two
7
7/1(+0%)
(3) Three By Two 7/1, Creditable second of 14 in La Touche Cup (9/1) at Punchestown (33f, good to soft) 30 days ago. Significantly down in trip. Makes handicap chase debut. Player. Smart sort in banks races ran well twice at Punchestown; can go well on handicap debut.
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12th (10) (50/1 -100%) Ta Se Rua
50
50/1(-100%)
(10) Ta Se Rua 50/1, Pulled up in hunter chase (50/1) at Cork (24f, heavy) 61 days ago, beaten before straight. Makes handicap chase debut. Point winner was well beaten in that sphere last time and not easy to fancy.
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|PU| (11) (5/1 +50%) Elegant Dan
5
5/1(+50%)
(11) Elegant Dan 5/1, Course winner. 12/1, tenth of 14 in handicap chase at this C&D (good) 40 days ago. Plenty to find on form. Due to run 7.50 here on Friday. Won this race last year and also won over hurdles here; needed his comeback and a player.
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|PU| (2) (8/1 -100%) Pana To Milan
8
8/1(-100%)
(2) Pana To Milan 8/1, Latest win in hurdle at Thurles in March. Creditable second of 12 in handicap hurdle at Wexford (20f, heavy, 10/1) 14 days ago. Switches from hurdles to chase. Cheekpieces back on. Considered. Won over hurdles and fences at Thurles in spring; decent hurdles run last time; chance.
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|PU| (14) (25/1 -25%) Ciankyle
25
25/1(-25%)
(14) Ciankyle 25/1, Fifteen runs since last win in 2021. Fifth of 9 in handicap chase at Downpatrick (19.4f, good, 12/1) 22 days ago. Seven time winner has been well held the last twice and has to get back on track.
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|PU| (16) (50/1 -100%) Larkfield Legacy
50
50/1(-100%)
(16) Larkfield Legacy 50/1, 66/1, broke blood vessel when pulled up in handicap chase at Tipperary (23.6f, soft). Off 13 months. Point winner was pulled-up on last three starts in 2023 and can't be fancied.
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LISTENHERETOMEJACK has posted placed efforts over C&D and in a higher grade at Killarney, which gives him solid claims. Drying ground will be to his advantage. Conversely, Pana To Milan would welcome plenty of cut in the ground. She was successful in a higher class, over a similar trip, at Thurles in February. One at the other end of the weights who could show up well is Ocodango Boy. This former point-to-point winner was noted running on for fourth in his first handicap chase at Downpatrick. Three By Two, who is more known for her exploits in banks races, and Greenway Machine look to have better chances than most of the remainder.
LISTENHERETOMEJACK followed a creditable third over C&D in April with an even better second at Killarney last month and gets a narrow vote ahead of La Touche Cup runner-up Three By Two. Pana To Milan completes the shortlist.
Having caught the eye when staying on late from the rear at Downpatrick last time, OCODANGO BOY could make the breakthrough today.
(9) Russet Gold 15/2, Scored at Redcar last summer but came up short in 3 subsequent starts. However, he made a good start to his campaign when a close third of 9 at Ascot (6f, good) just over 3 weeks ago and rates as the type to make a better 4-y-o. Worth keeping a close eye on. Career best when very close third on reappearance at Ascot and could continue to progress.
11
(11) (20/1 -100%) Batal Dubai
20
20/1(-100%)
(11) Batal Dubai 20/1, Represents an in-form yard and wasted no time getting back to form after 7 weeks off when 5¼ lengths fourth of 14 to Misty Grey at Newcastle (6f) just under 3 weeks ago, coming from further back than those who beat him. First-time headgear applied and a second turf success could be near. On a competitive mark on best AW form; needs to prove he can reproduce that on turf.
1
1st (1) (7/1 +13%) Misty Grey
7
7/1(+13%)
(1) Misty Grey 7/1, Continued his fine start for current yard to snap a lengthy losing run returned to sprinting in 14-runner handicap at Newcastle (6f) just under 3 weeks ago. Up 6 lb but remains well treated on old form (successful from a mark of 106 on AW in summer 2022). Poor strike-rate on turf but ran well on grass in April and won on AW three weeks ago.
12
2nd (12) (5/1 +17%) Mr Wagyu
5
5/1(+17%)
(12) Mr Wagyu 5/1, Largely ran well in 2023 and ran creditably after 7 months off from his lowest mark in almost 3 years when runner-up at Ripon (5f, heavy) last month. Probably still in form when 5¼ lengths sixth of 21 to Aleezdancer at York (6f, good) recently. Big shout (won this in 2022 and third last year). On a long losing run but has good record in this race and he's firmly in calculations.
3
3rd (3) (11/4 +63%) Apollo One
2.75
11/4(+63%)
(3) Apollo One 11/4, In excellent form last year without winning, placed in the Wokingham and Stewards' Cup. Ran up to his best after 7 months off when runner-up at Newmarket (6f, good) 4 weeks ago and he's fancied to be in the shake-up again (most likeable and consistent, second in this last year). Ran some crackers in defeat in 2023 (including in this); 2nd on return; can be bang there.
13
4th (13) (16/1 -14%) Executive Decision
16
16/1(-14%)
(13) Executive Decision 16/1, Back-to-back handicap winner over 6f last summer but ended 2023 with a brace of heavy defeats. Shaped as if better for the run after 7 months off at Windsor (6f, good to firm) just under 3 weeks ago and this should reveal what ability remains (is back down to last winning mark). Encouraging reappearance and now off last winning mark; slow ground would be a positive.
6
5th (6) (22/1 +12%) Strike Red
22
22/1(+12%)
(6) Strike Red 22/1, Found things panning out ideally for him when winning 20-runner handicap at the Curragh (6.3f, soft) on his final outing last year. Reappearance effort at Newcastle easy to strike a line through (had a hopeless task from position), so could easily fare better back on turf. Won hot handicap at the Curragh last July; first run since when below par three weeks ago.
16
6th (16) (28/1 -75%) Eminency
28
28/1(-75%)
(16) Eminency 28/1, Progressed into a useful sprinter last season despite not winning. Tongue tied and shaped as if needing the run on first outing since leaving Clive Cox for 100,000 gns when last of 9 at Ascot (6f, good) just over 3 weeks ago and this should give a better indication of how he'll fare as a 4-y-o. Market check advised on second start for yard but has to leave recent stable debut behind.
5
7th (5) (14/1 +65%) Badri
14
14/1(+65%)
(5) Badri 14/1, Hit the target on five occasions last year, rounding off his campaign with a career-best effort at Ascot. Yet to fire this year, though his mark is starting to reflect that, and he did land this corresponding event last season (from 2 lb lower). Won this last year; on a handy mark but below par in his three runs this spring.
8
8th (8) (17/2 -6%) Mums Tipple
8.5
17/2(-6%)
(8) Mums Tipple 17/2, Back to form with an excellent effort when finishing runner-up at Kempton in March, almost getting there despite being a lot worse positioned than the smart pair he was clear with. Shaped quite well without being seen to best effect back on turf last time, so needs considering. Has run well in defeat the last twice, most recently fourth at Newmarket; each-way claims.
14
9th (14) (50/1 -213%) Intervention
50
50/1(-213%)
(14) Intervention 50/1, Ended 2023 with an impressive 4-timer on all-weather but yet to get his head in front this year, seeming to find the drop back in trip against him at Windsor (5.1f, good to firm) 7 days ago. Headgear quickly back on, but this 7-y-o is evidently more of a force on the AW. Well treated on this year's best AW efforts but has a poor strike-rate on turf.
2
10th (2) (6/1 +57%) Flaming Rib
6
6/1(+57%)
(2) Flaming Rib 6/1, Smart colt who kickstarted 2023 with victory in 6f Doha conditions event. Below par thereafter though and shaped as if needing the run after 6 months off at Lingfield (6f, AW) back in March, his rider quick to accept things after meeting trouble. Place claims the best he can hope for. Needs to prove he retains his old ability but he's not ruled out off a handy mark.
4
11th (4) (50/1 -100%) Rocket Rodney
50
50/1(-100%)
(4) Rocket Rodney 50/1, Notched his third career success at Sakhir in December but ran no sort of race returned to these shores after 3 months off when well behind Misty Grey at Newcastle (6f) just under 3 weeks ago. Hopes pinned on first-time cheekpieces sparking a revival. Bahrain win in winter; well beaten on British return; has to bounce back with career best.
7
12th (7) (11/2 +8%) Aleezdancer
5.5
11/2(+8%)
(7) Aleezdancer 11/2, Failed to kick on from his 2023 reappearance win at Doncaster but capitalised on a falling mark to notch a sixth career success at York (6f, good) 17 days ago, looking rejuvenated by the refitting of blinkers and impressing with how much he found. 6 lb higher and the more rain the better. Won in good style at York 17 days ago and a 6lb rise may not stop him.
15
13th (15) (80/1 -142%) Kiwano
80
80/1(-142%)
(15) Kiwano 80/1, Returned to form from out of the blue when scoring at Sakhir in February. Not in the same form on both subsequent starts on these shores, and he's another that seems to save his very best for the all-weather. Others make more appeal. Won in Bahrain in February but has come up short in two races back in Britain.
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 2 race.
ALEEZDANCER impressed when scoring impressively over 6f at York a couple of weeks ago, making eye-catching headway from off the pace before asserting close home, and Jamie Spencer can deliver him late on again to defy a 6lb rise. Last year's winner Badri is just 2lb above that winning mark and he warrants respect sporting cheekpieces for the first time, while last-time-out winner Misty Grey completes the shortlist, for all that a 6lb rise demands more from him.
An ultra-competitive closer to the Derby Festival and although he may be at least a couple years older than any of his rivals, MR WAGYU is selected to enhance his fine record in this race and snap a losing streak going back almost 2 years. Mums Tipple shaped quite well without being seen to best effect at Newmarket 4 weeks ago so he can give the selection most to think about, with Apollo One, Russet Gold and Strike Red a handful of others to consider, too.
Lightly raced 5yo AL BAREZ (nap) looks a sprinter to follow and he is taken to complete a hat-trick. Apollo One is second choice.
(5) Six And Out 13/2, Fairly useful form shown in bumpers. Has yet to match that in this sphere, but ran his best race when fifth of 14 in a 19f Warwick maiden in April and holds solid each-way claims. Vulnerable to anything progressive but on best form he's unlikely to be far away.
1
2nd (1) (8/11 +64%) Stay If U Want To
0.727273
8/11(+64%)
(1) Stay If U Want To 8/11, Fairly useful bumper winner who opened his account over hurdles with something to spare in 10-runner maiden at Hereford (16.2f) 25 days ago. Penalised for his Hereford win but that was easy and it sets the standard.
10
3rd (10) (11/2 +21%) Value Added
5.5
11/2(+21%)
(10) Value Added 11/2, Fairly useful performer at up to 1¼m on the Flat who showed some aptitude for hurdling when fifth of 12 in a 2m course maiden in April. Should improve. Flat winner; 5th here on hurdling debut and the form has worked out quite well.
2
4th (2) (4/1 -33%) Minella Miracle
4
4/1(-33%)
(2) Minella Miracle 4/1, Modest in bumpers for Thomas Gallagher and ran to a similar level sent hurdling for new yard when third of 11 in a maiden at this course (16.3f, good, evens) 23 days ago. Should improve. Beaten fav here 23 days ago but today's extra 2f should be in his favour.
4
5th (4) (125/1 -25%) Newton
125
125/1(-25%)
(4) Newton 125/1, Well held in 2 bumpers for Olly Murphy and a course maiden hurdle for new yard. 200-1 for recent hurdle/stable debut and was beaten about 20l.
3
6th (3) (66/1 -65%) Ned Cash
66
66/1(-65%)
(3) Ned Cash 66/1, Some promise in bumpers but had made a discouraging start to his career over hurdles. Too keen over hurdles (with and without headgear) and not shown much at all.
8
|R| (8) (25/1 -257%) Woolberry
25
25/1(-257%)
(8) Woolberry 25/1, Out of a bumper winner and finished placed herself in that sphere in October. Found listed company all too much at Doncaster but this a more realistic assignment now hurdling. Final bumper run wasn't her best but plenty of promise prior to that.
7
|PU| (7) (66/1 -450%) Jazzmina Queen
66
66/1(-450%)
(7) Jazzmina Queen 66/1, Looked one for later on when well held in a Fakenham bumper on debut 61 days ago. Weak in the market for a newcomer from this yard when last to finish in a Fakenham bumper.
6
|PU| (6) (100/1 -100%) Rocky Breese
100
100/1(-100%)
(6) Rocky Breese 100/1, Saddler's Rock gelding. Half-brother to fair hurdler Thegaygardener, stayed 2½m, and modest hurdler Billy Blade. Unplaced both starts in points (latest Apr 20). Wears hood for Rules debut. Beaten 21l and 16l in two point bumpers since March; couldn't make a solid case.
9
|PU| (9) (150/1 -127%) Charlotte Square
150
150/1(-127%)
(9) Charlotte Square 150/1, Down the field in varied events on Flat. Tongue tied for hurdle debut and easily passed over. Poor form in four runs for Andrew Balding (1m1f-1m4f) and was sold on for £1,500.
17:55 Stratford Maiden Hurdle
(Class 4) 19f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 4 race.
Bumper winner STAY IF U WANT TO has taken well to hurdling and deservedly ran out a clear-cut winner on his third attempt at Hereford. There should be a fair bit more to come from the five-year-old and a penalty may not be enough to anchor him in this company, although Minella Miracle was sent off at even-money when third on his recent return here and should appreciate this slightly longer trip. Hurdling debutant Woolberry looks the most interesting of the remainder after some fair bumper efforts.
STAY IF U WANT TO opened his hurdling account with something to spare at Hereford last month and is selected to defy a penalty. Value Added and Minella Miracle both seem likely to improve on their opening efforts in this sphere and head the dangers.
Stay If U Want To could follow up from Hereford but he does have a penalty and preference is for MINELLA MIRACLE.
(5) Heather View 25/1, Once-raced maiden. Ninth of 25 in bumper at Punchestown (16.7f, good to soft, 100/1) on NH debut 32 days ago. Didn't run badly for a 100-1 chance at Punchestown, finishing ninth of 25 and beaten 24l.
11
(11) (66/1 +0%) Takemeoutatdawn
66
66/1(+0%)
(11) Takemeoutatdawn 66/1, €7,000 3-y-o, Pillar Coral filly. Dam unraced half-sister to high-class hurdler (stayed 3m) Asian Maze and useful hurdler/very smart chaser (stayed 33f) Quantitativeeasing. First foal; dam unraced sister to dual 3m1f banks winner Blue Templar.
6
1st (6) (2/1 +50%) La Note Verte
2
2/1(+50%)
(6) La Note Verte 2/1, Once-raced maiden. 14/1, eighth of 14 in bumper at Fairyhouse (16f, heavy) on NH debut 62 days ago. May improve for that initial experience, so not one to rule out. Tailed off on heavy ground in a valuable Fairyhouse bumper; better expected here.
9
2nd (9) (22/1 +12%) Pure Logic
22
22/1(+12%)
(9) Pure Logic 22/1, Muhaarar filly. Closely related to 2 winners on Flat and half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/chase winner Rejaah. Dam 9.7f/1¼m winner who barely stayed 1½m. Flat-bred filly who cost 14,000gns at two; stable operates at a low strike-rate in bumpers.
1
3rd (1) (9/1 +10%) Alpha Zeta
9
9/1(+10%)
(1) Alpha Zeta 9/1, Doctor Dino filly. Half-sister to 4 winners, including useful hurdler La Prima Donna and fairly useful French hurdler Felicie. Stable has a solid record in this sphere, so not taken lightly. Bred to have a future and stable has occasional success in these races.
10
4th (10) (10/1 +0%) Rose Boum
10
10/1(+0%)
(10) Rose Boum 10/1, Twice-raced maiden. Third of 5 in bumper at Naas (15.8f, heavy, 11/1) 112 days ago. Has only hinted at ability to date, so others are more appealing. Third in small field at Naas in February and it remains to be seen how strong that form is.
13
5th (13) (5/1 -43%) Time In A Bottle
5
5/1(-43%)
(13) Time In A Bottle 5/1, €40,000 3-y-o, Castle Du Berlais filly. Half-sister to useful hurdle winner/smart chase winner Embassy Gardens. Highly respected on debut. 40,000 euros 3yo; half-sister to bumper winner and good jumper Embassy Gardens.
8
6th (8) (12/1 +52%) Liscahane United
12
12/1(+52%)
(8) Liscahane United 12/1, Sea Moon filly. Dam (h126) 2m hurdle winner. Not an obvious sort on paper. Fourth foal; dam 1m Flat (RPR 91) and useful 2m hurdle winner.
3
7th (3) (9/2 +55%) Diamonds Diva
4.5
9/2(+55%)
(3) Diamonds Diva 9/2, Walk In The Park filly. Dam (c128/h108), 2m-2½m hurdle/chase winner, closely related to fair hurdler/fairly useful chaser (stayed 2¾m) Miss Sassie. Interesting newcomer. First foal; dam bumper and useful 2m-2m4f hurdle/chase winner.
12
8th (12) (18/1 +28%) That Old Chestnut
18
18/1(+28%)
(12) That Old Chestnut 18/1, Watar filly. Half-sister to fair hurdler Tullyveery Lad, stays 23f, and poor hurdler Joanna I'm Fine. Dam (c112/h125) 2m-2½m hurdle winner (stayed 3m). Likely to need further. Half-sister to hurdle winners Tullyveery Lad (2m4f) and Joanna I'm Fine (3m).
4
9th (4) (50/1 +0%) Eaglewood
50
50/1(+0%)
(4) Eaglewood 50/1, Free Eagle filly. Sister to 1¼m-1¾m winner on Flat in Spain White King. Dam, fairly useful hurdler (2m winner), half-sister to useful hurdler around 2m Dispour. Second foal; dam 2m hurdle winner, closely related to 1m 2yo winner Dalewari.
7
10th (7) (50/1 -52%) La Rocca Lass
50
50/1(-52%)
(7) La Rocca Lass 50/1, Watar filly. Half-sister to a point winner. Dam (b81), lightly raced in bumpers/over hurdles, sister to useful hurdler/fairly useful chaser (stayed 2¾m) Dorking Boy. Yard not renowned for debut winners. Sister to point winner Boyles Hill; dam placed in a bumper but well held over hurdles.
2
11th (2) (15/2 -200%) Bective Queen
7.5
15/2(-200%)
(2) Bective Queen 15/2, Flemensfirth filly. Half-sister to 3 winners, including useful hurdle winner/very smart chase winner Grangeclare West and fair chaser who became unreliable Stockburn. Trainer going well. Half-sister to winner Grangeclare West (smart bumper and 2m4f-3m hurdle/chase).
14
12th (14) (40/1 -21%) Witheros Hill
40
40/1(-21%)
(14) Witheros Hill 40/1, €21,000 3-y-o, Milan filly. Closely related to fair hurdler/chaser Fill The Tank, and half-sister to fairly useful hurdler Brave Out, stayed 3m. Wears tongue strap. Makes some appeal on paper. Beaten 23l and 34l in her first two points before falling early in the third.
The chart reads from right to left to today's race.
Newcomer BECTIVE QUEEN could be good enough to make a winning start to her career. The Gordon Elliott-trained filly is a half-sister to two black-type horses, one of which won his bumper first time out. Owned by Bective Stud, the very fact that this four-year-old has been named after that location suggests that she must be pleasing connections. Time In A Bottle, another filly related to a black-type horse who struck on racecourse debut, also commands maximum respect. Henry De Bromhead does well with the horses he runs in this discipline. La Note Verte was weak in the market before finishing tailed off on her only start to date, but runners from the Willie Mullins yard should never be discounted.
BECTIVE QUEEN represents top connections and is related to the talented Grangeclare West, so there's plenty to like about her chances of making a winning debut. Time In A Bottle is also well bred and represents an excellent stable, so she's the main threat ahead of Alpha Zeta.
The Mullins filly LA NOTE VERTE was well beaten at Fairyhouse but that was a valuable bumper staged on desperate ground.
(5) On The Bubble 15/8, Stepped up on previous form when opening his account in a first-time hood at Redcar (1m, soft) on penultimate start. Wasn't in the same form next time but she will certainly have a chance if the switch to hurdles has the desired effect. 1m winner on soft ground at Redcar two runs back; needs to settle to stay on jumps debut.
3
2nd (3) (10/11 -82%) Kaaress
0.909091
10/11(-82%)
(3) Kaaress 10/11, Habitual slow-starter who notched third success on the Flat when landing a soft-ground Redcar handicap (1¼m) last month. Never in the hunt at Beverley next time but will be a major player if she takes well to hurdles at the first attempt. 4-10 on the Flat; latest win over 1m2f on soft; contender with Hughes up on jumps debut.
2
3rd (2) (11/1 +8%) Bajan New Moon
11
11/1(+8%)
(2) Bajan New Moon 11/1, Offered little in a handful of runs on the level for David Evans and it's easy enough to look elsewhere. Well beaten from 6f-8.5f on Flat for David Evans; improvement needed on jumps/stable debut.
1
4th (1) (14/1 +72%) Apache Angel
14
14/1(+72%)
(1) Apache Angel 14/1, No show in 3 starts at up to 1m on the Flat and it's hard to envisage him making an impact on this hurdles debut. Last on all three Flat runs (7f/1m); improvement needed on jumps debut; not sure to stay.
4
|U| (4) (11/1 -38%) Nobodys Girl
11
11/1(-38%)
(4) Nobodys Girl 11/1, Little impact in half-a-dozen starts on Flat and she is hard to make a case for on this hurdles debut. Very modest from 6f-1m6f on the Flat; likely improver on this switch to hurdling.
LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content,
18:05 Hexham Conditions Hurdle (Class 4)
16f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 4 race.
KAARESS was the best of these hurdling newcomers on the Flat having won four times, including a victory over 1m2f on soft ground. Brian Hughes' presence is a positive and she's preferred to another filly in On The Bubble, who also tasted success on soft going on the level when scoring over a mile at Redcar. The remainder have shown little on the Flat, with Nobodys Girl perhaps proving best of them.
KAARESS is the clear pick of these based on Flat exploits and she is taken to see off On The Bubble. The other three all looked very limited on the level, with Nobodys Girl likely to prove the best of them.
In an unappealing race with none of the five having experience over hurdles, KAARESS is the suggestion with Nobodys Girl next best.
(6) Queens Fort 2/1, Galileo filly. Closely related to 1½m winner March Moon, from family of Oaks/Irish Oaks winner Sariska. Ribblesdale entrant who was a promising fourth of 6 in maiden at Ascot (10f, good, 6/1) on debut 22 days ago, unsuited by way race developed. Up in trip. Should have more to offer. Split Hillbridge and Pure Of Heart on her Ascot debut last month; interesting up in trip.
5
2nd (5) (13/2 +7%) Pure Of Heart
6.5
13/2(+7%)
(5) Pure Of Heart 13/2, 120,000 gns Awtaad filly. Closely related to 2-y-o 8.3f winner Laafiraaq and useful 11.4f/12.4f winner Cross My Mind. Made a promising start in 1m Sandown maiden in September. Failed to meet expectations when fifth behind Hillbridge and Queens Fort at Ascot on return but still early days. Not beaten far in her two runs so far but she needs to find more at this new trip.
3
3rd (3) (6/1 +0%) Everywhere
6
6/1(+0%)
(3) Everywhere 6/1, Galileo filly. Closely related to French 10.5f winner Wanderwell and useful 2-y-o 7f winner Aeonian. Dam lightly raced. 6/1, Given a considerate introduction when fourth of 6 in maiden at Chelmsford City (10f) on debut 49 days ago. Open to improvement. Ran green at Chelmsford and she looks a likely improver over this longer trip; in the mix.
8
4th (8) (40/1 -60%) Sitcom
40
40/1(-60%)
(8) Sitcom 40/1, Masar filly. Half-sister to smart 10.5f-12.5f winner Sublimis and useful 13f winner L'absolue and useful 1¼m-1¾m winner Lillian Russell. Showed little in Kempton maiden in March. Has a useful pedigree but she made a low-key start at Kempton (1m4f, AW) in March.
10
5th (10) (12/1 -50%) Wanderlust
12
12/1(-50%)
(10) Wanderlust 12/1, 52,000 gns foal, Waldgeist filly. Closely related to smart winner up to 1¾m Aljezeera and 1¾m winner Low Profile. Dam French/US 1m-1½m winner. Noteworthy newcomer. Lots to like on paper and he needs a close look on debut; one of two runners for yard.
7
6th (7) (10/3 +49%) Sea La Venus
3.333333
10/3(+49%)
(7) Sea La Venus 10/3, Sea The Stars filly who offered something to work on when eighth of 13 in novice (13/2) at Kempton (8f) on debut in November, a wide trip meaning she wasn't seen to best advantage. Not knocked about in messy race at Newmarket on return and remains with potential. Well held in both starts and she needs plenty of progress on this switch to AW.
4
7th (4) (11/2 -57%) Hillbridge
5.5
11/2(-57%)
(4) Hillbridge 11/2, Frankel filly. Dam, 6f winner who stayed 1m, half-sister to US Grade 1 1m (including Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies Turf) winner Newspaperofrecord. Much better for debut when third of 6 in maiden at Ascot (10f, good, 15/2) 22 days ago. Up in trip. Should improve again. Big improvement when third at Ascot (1m2f) and she's respected on this step up to 1m4f.
2
8th (2) (66/1 +0%) Cards On The Table
66
66/1(+0%)
(2) Cards On The Table 66/1, Twice-raced filly. 14/1, last of 5 in novice at Haydock (8f, heavy) 35 days ago. Significantly up in trip. Out the back in two runs on turf and needs a transformation on this step up to 1m4f.
9
9th (9) (25/1 -56%) Twilight Vision
25
25/1(-56%)
(9) Twilight Vision 25/1, Twice-raced filly. 8/1, fifth of 7 in maiden at Ripon (9.8f, good to firm) 13 days ago. Back up in trip. Well held in both runs and has plenty to find on this switch to AW; others preferred.
1
10th (1) (150/1 -200%) Atrixi
150
150/1(-200%)
(1) Atrixi 150/1, Cityscape filly. Half-sister to 1¼m-1½m winner Waterloo Sunset and 11.6f-13f winner Asense. Last of 6 in maiden (8/1) at Kempton (11f) on debut 31 days ago, very slowly away. Missed the break before finishing a tailed-off last of six on her Kempton debut last month.
18:10 Lingfield Maiden (Class 5) 12f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 5 race.
PURE OF HEART was well fancied when sent off favourite over 1m2f at Ascot last month before blowing her chances when getting upset in the stalls and she is fancied to shed her maiden tag with a more professional showing. Ollie Sangster's runner may prefer this sterner test after being tapped for toe towards the closing stages of that contest. Hillbridge (third) and Queens Fort (fourth) both finished in front of the selection on that occasion and they once again rate as the biggest dangers.
There was only a nose separating QUEENS FORT and Hillbridge in a maiden at Ascot but the former shaped better than the bare result so is taken to come out on top. Sea La Venus wasn't seen to best effect on her return at Newmarket and she's another to consider.
The vote goes to QUEENS FORT who was just behind Hillbridge at Ascot and is open to plenty of progress on this step up to 1m4f.
(4) Wild Waves 11/4, Hooded for 1st time, showed improved form to get off the mark when winning 7-runner handicap at Kempton (12f, 7/2) 31 days ago, seeming to relish the increased stamina test. Open to further improvement granted an even greater test. Won going away on 1m4f Kempton debut; capable of better up in trip again.
6
2nd (6) (4/1 +50%) East India Dock
4
4/1(+50%)
(6) East India Dock 4/1, Took another big step forward to get off the mark with testing conditions evidently ideal for him in 5-runner handicap (5/2) at Salisbury (12f, heavy) 16 days ago, plenty in hand. Upped further in trip and will go on improving. Drew readily clear for 9l success at Salisbury; even a 12lb rise may not stop him.
5
3rd (5) (6/1 +25%) Ghostlore
6
6/1(+25%)
(5) Ghostlore 6/1, 15/8 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, probably didn't need to improve to get off the mark upped further in trip in 7-runner minor event at Thirsk (12f, good to firm) 2 weeks ago. Opening mark suffered a little for that, but he's open to further progress. Wide-margin novice winner latest and should have more to come in handicaps.
7
4th (7) (12/1 +0%) Open Secret
12
12/1(+0%)
(7) Open Secret 12/1, 5/2, not in same for as first 2 starts on all-weather when third of 6 in minor event at Beverley (9.9f, good to soft) just over 5 weeks ago, leaving the impression he'd have benefited from setting a stronger gallop. Significantly up in trip. Makes handicap debut. Placed all three starts in novices and yard does well in these sort of races.
2
5th (2) (15/2 -88%) Sam Hawkens
7.5
15/2(-88%)
(2) Sam Hawkens 15/2, 4/9, has improved with each run and confirmed previous promise to get off the mark in 4-runner maiden at Salisbury (12f, heavy) 27 days ago, responding well. Likely to go on improving as his stamina is drawn out further, he could well feature on handicap debut. Made all in 1m4f Salisbury maiden (heavy) four weeks ago; should have more to offer.
8
6th (8) (9/1 +10%) Tokyo Bay
9
9/1(+10%)
(8) Tokyo Bay 9/1, Winner at Ripon in April. Not disgraced when fourth of 8 on handicap debut at York (11.8f, good, 14/1) 16 days ago, despite looking short of pace on less testing ground. Up in trip. Not taken lightly. Won maiden on heavy; stayed on late for fourth on 1m4f handicap and this trip should help.
1
7th (1) (4/1 -100%) High Order
4
4/1(-100%)
(1) High Order 4/1, Completed a simple task with loads in hand when winning 6-runner minor event (2/9) at Southwell (12.1f) 33 days ago, unchallenged. Upped further in trip for his handicap bow (with cheekpieces added) and in excellent hands, he will go on improving. Leading claims. Made all with ease over 1m4f on AW; cheekpieces on for handicap debut; more to come.
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8th (3) (40/1 -122%) Peace Walk
40
40/1(-122%)
(3) Peace Walk 40/1, Attracted support on his handicap bow after 6 months off but didn't give his running upped markedly in trip when last of 5 in handicap (9/2) at Wolverhampton (12.2f) just under 6 weeks ago. Needs to leave that effort well behind stepped up further in distance. Disappointing start to handicap career on AW but still early days for leading stable.
18:15 Doncaster Handicap (Class 2) 14f Race Class Flow
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HIGH ORDER proved too classy for the opposition when getting off the mark at Southwell and the son of Frankel makes plenty of appeal on paper. With further improvement to come and a step up in distance to potentially aid his cause, he can defy an opening mark of 95. Ghostlore got his career up and running with a decisive triumph at Thirsk last time and has to be respected, while East India Dock is another to consider.
HIGH ORDER is a colt firmly on the up, so John & Thady Gosden's charge gets the vote to make a winning start to life in handicaps before potentially heading to Royal Ascot later this month. Wild Waves seemed to relish the increased stamina test when scoring on his handicap bow at Kempton recently, so he's put forward as the main threat granted an even greater test, with East India Dock taken to edge out Ghostlore for third.
There was a lot to like about the way WILD WAVES stretched clear late on at Kempton and he can follow up.
(17) Hakensack 16/1, €26,000 3-y-o, Diamond Boy gelding. Half-brother to 3 winners, including fairly useful hurdler/chaser Nero Rock and fairly useful chaser Pontresina, stays 3¼m. Betting can prove a good indicator. RESERVE Third in two points but hasn't progressed in that sphere and best watched; reserve.
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(12) (20/1 -100%) Trade Master
20
20/1(-100%)
(12) Trade Master 20/1, Twice-raced maiden. 25/1, sixth of 15 in novice hurdle at Ballinrobe (16.8f, good) 25 days ago. Possibilities. Only 7l behind at Ballinrobe last time; could get more involved with further improvement.
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(18) (50/1 +0%) Lord Lackendarra
50
50/1(+0%)
(18) Lord Lackendarra 50/1, Mount Nelson gelding. Half-brother to 3 winners, including fairly useful hurdler Little Mo and fair hurdler/chaser Chimes of Dylan, stayed 3m. Respected newcomer. RESERVE Hasn't shown enough in three point starts to be of interest on rules debut; reserve.
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1st (1) (6/4 -20%) Ninth Titan
1.5
6/4(-20%)
(1) Ninth Titan 6/4, Useful 10f winner on the Flat in France but hooded when eleventh of 18 on his yard debut in novice hurdle at Galway (16.8f, soft) on NH debut 10 months ago. Worth another chance for top yard. Was poor in a Galway maiden hurdle last August but still respected from this source.
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2nd (6) (2/1 -14%) Elusive Prince
2
2/1(-14%)
(6) Elusive Prince 2/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 28/1, unseated rider 2 out in handicap hurdle at Punchestown (19.3f, good to soft) 31 days ago. Leading form claims if getting back on track. Beaten when hampered and unseated in a Punchestown handicap last time; chance if at best.
15
3rd (15) (14/1 +58%) Olivine Queen
14
14/1(+58%)
(15) Olivine Queen 14/1, Once-raced maiden. Fifth of 16 in novice hurdle (100/1) at Punchestown (16f, good) on NH debut. Off 11 months so needs to hit the ground running. Showed some ability in a Punchestown maiden hurdle a year ago; could run respectably.
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4th (7) (18/1 -13%) Expound
18
18/1(-13%)
(7) Expound 18/1, Fair maiden on the Flat. Thrice-raced maiden. Sixth of 15 in novice hurdle at Killarney (17f, good to soft, 80/1) 20 days ago. Needs to step forward. Beaten 46l on hurdling debut at Killarney and has loads of improvement to make.
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5th (9) (50/1 +0%) Itto Boy
50
50/1(+0%)
(9) Itto Boy 50/1, Lauro gelding. Half-brother to 3 winners, including fairly useful hurdler Grand Soir and French hurdler/chaser Quitto Bleu. Market can guide. Didn't show enough on his sole completed point start to be of interest on rules debut.
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6th (3) (3/1 +33%) Walmix
3
3/1(+33%)
(3) Walmix 3/1, Fair hurdler. 18/1, good fourth of 9 in novice hurdle at Cork (17.3f, good) 21 days ago. Solid form claims. A fine effort in a Cork novice last time and a repeat of that should see him go close.
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7th (14) (200/1 -100%) Ballycommon Chapel
200
200/1(-100%)
(14) Ballycommon Chapel 200/1, Twice-raced maiden. Twelfth of 13 in handicap (28/1) at Dundalk (12f). Switches from Flat to hurdles. First run for yard after leaving Peter Cluskey. Others appeal more. Regressive on the Flat and didn't show much in two maiden hurdles last year.
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8th (4) (200/1 -300%) Kiwi Kiss
200
200/1(-300%)
(4) Kiwi Kiss 200/1, Fair Flat winner. Only twelfth of 13 in claimer at Sligo (5.9f, good, 16/1) 17 days ago. First run for yard after leaving Gavin Patrick Cromwell with more required on her belated hurdles bow. Regressive on the Flat for the Gavin Cromwell yard; not much appeal on hurdling debut.
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9th (16) (100/1 -400%) Zhivotov
100
100/1(-400%)
(16) Zhivotov 100/1, Twice-raced maiden. Thirteenth of 15 in novice hurdle at Downpatrick (18.8f, good to soft, 50/1) 8 days ago. RESERVE Hasn't shown a lot in two points and two maiden hurdles; reserve.
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10th (2) (50/1 -100%) Super Cub
50
50/1(-100%)
(2) Super Cub 50/1, Modest Flat winner, sixth of 15 in handicap at Roscommon (7.4f, good, 7/1) 12 days ago. Respected on hurdles bow. Record of 1-38 on the Flat but placed lots of times; could run respectably on hurdling bow.
10
11th (10) (250/1 -150%) Texas King
250
250/1(-150%)
(10) Texas King 250/1, Twice-raced maiden. Fourteenth of 15 in novice hurdle (150/1) at Ballinrobe (16.8f, good) 25 days ago. Has shown little in two maiden hurdles and makes no appeal.
13
12th (13) (150/1 -50%) Tropical Speed
150
150/1(-50%)
(13) Tropical Speed 150/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Fourteenth of 18 in novice hurdle at Limerick (16f, heavy, 250/1) 158 days ago. First run for yard after leaving Michael Butler. Beaten a long way in two completed maiden hurdles for former yard and makes no appeal.
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13th (11) (40/1 -21%) Tom's My Star
40
40/1(-21%)
(11) Tom's My Star 40/1, Sageburg gelding. Brother to modest hurdler Mr Macphisto. Dam unraced out of hurdles/chase winner up to 3m Orthez. Decent pedigree and wouldn't have to be a star to run well in this on debut.
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|PU| (8) (33/1 -32%) Fear The Deere
33
33/1(-32%)
(8) Fear The Deere 33/1, Thrice-raced maiden under NH rules. 125/1, sixth of 15 in novice hurdle at Punchestown (16f, good to soft) on hurdles bow 11 days ago. Needs to build on it. An improvement on hurdling debut last time but a fair bit more needed.
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|PU| (5) (50/1 +0%) Miss Cunning
50
50/1(+0%)
(5) Miss Cunning 50/1, Modest Flat winner, making GB/IRE jumps debut. Last of 13 in claimer (200/1) at Dundalk (8f). Off 6 months. First run for yard after leaving Aengus King. Regressive on the Flat in the last two years; not much appeal on hurdling debut.
18:20 Tramore Maiden Hurdle 16f Race Speed Rating Flow
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NINTH TITAN is an intriguing runner for Willie Mullins. This son of Wootton Bassett won several times on the Flat in France and finished unplaced in the French Derby of 2021. His jumping debut didn't go to plan in Galway last summer, but he was affected by kickback in that race. The fact that he returns after almost 10 months off indicates that connections think there are races to be won with him in this discipline. Elusive Prince has a third place in a big field at Fairyhouse in March to his name and should be a factor, while Trade Master can improve upon a couple of sixth places at Naas and Ballinrobe.
NINTH TITAN failed to meet expectations when tenth on his Galway hurdling debut but had some useful winning form to his name in France so is fancied to bounce back in style here. Elusive Prince rates the form pick and can ensure Willie Mullins' 6-y-o doesn't have things all his own way. Walmix and Trade Master appeal as the pick of the remainder for place purposes.
It can probably pay to give another chance to smart Flat sort NINTH TITAN on comeback
(3) Rotten Row 3/1, Ex-Irish gelding showed a bit more encouragement than previously for this yard when fifth of 15 in handicap hurdle at Kempton. Not seen to best effect at Bangor since and not taken lightly off reduced mark back over fences. Respected on old Irish form but reservations for now after AW/hurdle runs.
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2nd (7) (4/1 +71%) Begin The Luck
4
4/1(+71%)
(7) Begin The Luck 4/1, Prolific chaser for Brian Barr, including when winning this race last year off 2 lb higher, but has shown nothing to date for current stable so plenty to prove. He's not in the same form as when taking this race 12 months ago.
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3rd (4) (16/1 -256%) Fazayte
16
16/1(-256%)
(4) Fazayte 16/1, Made a winning return to jumping in handicap hurdle at Market Rasen in September and followed up in a chase at Sedgefield (19f, heavy) 7 weeks later. Unseated 4 out over fences at Southwell since (in trouble at the time) and arrives on the back of 2 poor efforts on the Flat. Bit to prove. Two tailed-off runs on the Flat since April cast some doubts over his wellbeing.
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4th (6) (20/1 +0%) You Say Nothing
20
20/1(+0%)
(6) You Say Nothing 20/1, Scored at Ffos Las (2m) over a year ago off 5 lb higher but arrives on the back of 4 poor runs, so leap of faith required. Hasn't fired on his last four starts and mistakes have crept into his game.
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5th (8) (4/1 -14%) Kankin
4
4/1(-14%)
(8) Kankin 4/1, Scored on chase debut at Huntingdon (19.8f) in October and finally back to winning ways at Fakenham last month, albeit all out against a rival who was out of the handicap. Opposable up 2 lb in better race. Dug deep to prevail at Fakenham; obvious contender off 2lb higher if holding his form.
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6th (1) (6/1 -80%) Voice Of Calm
6
6/1(-80%)
(1) Voice Of Calm 6/1, In good form without winning but was a close third off this mark at Ludlow 3 weeks ago so she's a player. Has only won a match over fences but it was a very solid run in defeat at Ludlow latest.
2
7th (2) (13/2 +19%) Fat Sam
6.5
13/2(+19%)
(2) Fat Sam 13/2, Took a heavy fall over fences at Newton Abbot last summer and was perhaps still feeling those effects when down the field both starts in the autumn. Presumably had a pipe-opener after 7 months off in handicap hurdle at Huntingdon (19.6f, good) 23 days ago and better expected now off a tempting mark. Hasn't really got anything going since falling over fences last summer.
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|PU| (9) (9/1 +36%) Nimbus Boy
9
9/1(+36%)
(9) Nimbus Boy 9/1, 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, including when well held on chase bow. Out of form over hurdles before suffering another heavy defeat on chase debut.
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|PU| (5) (50/1 -317%) Storm Of Light
50
50/1(-317%)
(5) Storm Of Light 50/1, Uttoxeter novice hurdle winner in November 2011 and ran at least respectably in handicaps since. However, has been off for over 2 years (sold cheaply from Olly Murphy) so best watched on chase bow. Consistent, lightly raced hurdler; long absence to overcome for new yard on chase debut.
18:28 Stratford Handicap Chase (Class 4)
21f Race Class Flow
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Fazayte has won his last three completed chase starts and has to enter the equation despite a couple of lifeless recent Flat efforts, as does Kankin, who has only gone up 2lb for scrambling to victory at Fakenham. Preference, however, is for VOICE OF CALM, with the Emma Lavelle yard going well, and the eight-year-old came close to fending off some better rivals in a stronger contest at Ludlow three weeks ago.
FAT SAM has been a prolific winner at this time of year in the past and has been given a big chance by BHA handicapper here after a comeback spin over hurdles. Rotten Row is another who's potentially well treated back over fences, while Voice of Calm was a close third off this mark at Ludlow 3 weeks ago.
Although she's won only a match over fences, VOICE OF CALM has a lot going for her after running so well at Ludlow.
(7) Midnight Alnwicky 25/1, Seemed to show her first form in first-time cheekpieces when sixth of 10 in a maiden at Perth (20.2f, good to soft) 17 days ago. Makes handicap debut and needs to prove that doesn't flatter her. Ordinary form including with headgear so far; may fare better now going handicapping.
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1st (1) (5/2 +29%) Halpha Soleil
2.5
5/2(+29%)
(1) Halpha Soleil 5/2, Winner at Sedgefield in December and confirmed himself back in form when fourth of 11 in handicap hurdle (11/2) at this C&D (good to soft) 21 days ago. Back down appreciably in grade and looks to hold excellent claims. Won over 2m4f in December; decent fourth over C&D latest; goes on soft; a possible.
4
2nd (4) (16/5 +36%) Huit Reflets
3.2
16/5(+36%)
(4) Huit Reflets 16/5, Confirmed his return to form when second of 6 in handicap hurdle at Southwell (20.4f, heavy) 10 days ago. Visor on for 1st time. Ex-Irish; 0-20; good run all three starts for present yard; visor now tried.
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3rd (5) (7/1 +13%) Lady Hamilton
7
7/1(+13%)
(5) Lady Hamilton 7/1, Poor maiden who again ran creditably when fourth of 14 in handicap hurdle at this course (16.2f, good to soft, 16/1) 11 days ago, suited by way race developed. Back up in trip. Modest on the Flat; some fair hurdling form but best form at around 2m on decent ground.
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4th (2) (7/2 -40%) Get A Superstar
3.5
7/2(-40%)
(2) Get A Superstar 7/2, Bumper winner who shaped encouragingly back up in trip when fourth of 9 on handicap debut at Market Rasen (20.6f, good, 11/4) 22 days ago, meeting trouble straight. Still unexposed and well capable of winning an ordinary handicap like this. Bumper winner on heavy in December; fair form over hurdles (4th on h'cap debut latest).
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5th (6) (5/1 +50%) Boyneside
5
5/1(+50%)
(6) Boyneside 5/1, Best effort to date when runner-up at Sedgefield in March but wasn't in the same form there (16.8f, good) 22 days ago. Back up in trip. Good second over this trip on soft two runs back; not so good at 2m last time; a chance.
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|PU| (3) (14/1 -40%) Ange Endormi
14
14/1(-40%)
(3) Ange Endormi 14/1, Modest handicap hurdler who probably needed the run on first outing since leaving Barbara Butterworth after 19 months off when beating only one home in 8-runner handicap over C&D in April. This will reveal more. Good-ground winner in 2022; well beaten after 570-day break last time; going a concern.
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|PU| (8) (33/1 +0%) Shoughall's Boy
33
33/1(+0%)
(8) Shoughall's Boy 33/1, C&D winner who hasn't shown any form in over a year. Passed over from 4 lb out of the weights. Dual C&D winner in 2021; mainly disappointing since; 4lb wrong; best watched for now.
18:35 Hexham Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 20f Race Class Flow
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HALPHA SOLEIL faces an easier task than when fourth over track and trip last time. He was beaten only a neck on testing going here before that and Micky Hammond's charge may prove the one to beat. Get A Superstar has a shout on a recent fourth at Market Rasen when making his handicap debut, while Huit Reflets has been in the mix lately and may improve further with a visor applied for this.
GET A SUPERSTAR and Halpha Soleil are the two that make most appeal. The latter is back down appreciably in grade having run well in a 0-120 over C&D 3 weeks ago, but the former is totally unexposed and is narrowly preferred following a highly encouraging handicap debut effort at Market Rasen. Boyneside should be suited by the step back up in trip and may prove best of the rest.
The vote goes to BOYNESIDE who put up a career best on the last occasion he ran over 2m4f with plenty of give in the ground.
(6) Appier 10/3, C&D winner. Seven wins from 23 Flat runs. Fourth of 6 in handicap at Kempton (12f, 5/1) 10 days ago, needing stronger gallop. Now below last winning mark. Won this off 1lb higher last year and he looks interesting back at this track.
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2nd (1) (5/1 +44%) Way Of Life
5
5/1(+44%)
(1) Way Of Life 5/1, C&D winner. Twenty runs since last win in 2022. 18/1, tenth of 14 in handicap at Ascot (12f, good to firm) 21 days ago. Looks vulnerable for win purposes. Well held at Ascot latest but he's generally reliable and has won over C&D; not ruled out.
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3rd (4) (17/2 -42%) Robusto
8.5
17/2(-42%)
(4) Robusto 17/2, C&D winner. Last of 7 in handicap (11/4) at Southwell (14.1f) 34 days ago. That was a pretty disappointing effort but he's probably worth another chance. Dual C&D winner but his form nosedived at Southwell and needs to bounce back after that.
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4th (2) (4/1 -33%) Isle Of Sark
4
4/1(-33%)
(2) Isle Of Sark 4/1, One win from 21 Flat runs. Twenty runs since last win in 2020. Creditable third of 10 in handicap at Chelmsford City (10f, 9/2) 37 days ago. Live each-way chance. Has form figures of 223233 on AW this year and he's strongly respected back up in trip.
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5th (8) (33/1 -175%) Fox Flame
33
33/1(-175%)
(8) Fox Flame 33/1, Course winner. Latest win at Chelmsfordin April. Last of 4 in handicap at Wolverhampton (14f, 5/1) 33 days ago. Opposable. Five-time AW winner but she's hard to predict and was tailed off last time; risks attached.
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6th (7) (4/1 +50%) Morcar
4
4/1(+50%)
(7) Morcar 4/1, 11/1, creditable fifth of 11 in handicap at Windsor (10f, good to firm) 7 days ago. Merits consideration in this lesser race. Close up in last three runs and has claims if his stamina holds out at this new trip.
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7th (5) (33/1 -200%) Seal Of Solomon
33
33/1(-200%)
(5) Seal Of Solomon 33/1, Course winner. Six wins from 21 Flat runs. Fifth of 7 in handicap at Nottingham (16f, good, 14/1) 11 days ago. Back down in trip and blinkers on 1st time. Has work to do. On dangerous mark but he needs to get back near best on this return to 1m4f; new headgear.
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8th (3) (11/2 -38%) Whatawit
5.5
11/2(-38%)
(3) Whatawit 11/2, Fairly useful bumper winner. 9/4, eighth of 9 in minor event at Southwell (11.1f) when last seen in December, dropping away quickly. Good chance he'll get back on track now pitched into a handicap. Still unexposed on the Flat but he flopped last time and has bit to prove on his return.
18:45 Lingfield Handicap (Class 4) 12f Race Class Flow
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The ultra-consistent ISLE OF SARK rarely runs a bad race and this looks a good opportunity to get his head in front for the first time since 2020. Jamie Osborne's charge was left on the same mark after being beaten just a neck over 1m2f at Chelmsford last time and this extra yardage could be the perfect tonic. Whatawit should also be thereabouts on his handicap bow and this mark of 82 doesn't appear out of his reach, while Fox Flame is capable of having a say with a return to form.
MORACAR could be the answer having shaped well in handicaps on the turf course here and at Windsor since returning from a break last month. He may well have most to fear from Appier, who took a step back in the right direction at Kempton and is on an attractive mark. Robusto is third choice ahead of Isle of Sark.
Most of these come with risks attached but ISLE OF SARK has form figures of 223233 on AW this year and he gets the vote.
(4) Silver Samurai 12/1, C&D winner who ran well on his return from 4 months off when second of 8 in handicap at Kempton (7f, 9/1) in January, meeting trouble on more than one occasion. Absent again since but he's one to consider. Last three wins at 6f but scored over C&D three years ago; not dismissed.
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2nd (10) (11/4 +21%) Yorkshire
2.75
11/4(+21%)
(10) Yorkshire 11/4, After 7 months off, did well under circumstances when dead-heating for first in 10-runner handicap at Thirsk (7f, good to firm, 11/4) 2 weeks ago, denied a run 2f out. Remains lightly raced for his age and he's a major player. Forced a dead-heat at Thirsk on reappearance, taking turf record to 2-4; respected.
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3rd (13) (8/1 +33%) Hectic
8
8/1(+33%)
(13) Hectic 8/1, Twelve runs since his sole success on debut. However, returned to form when fourth of 20 in handicap (16/1) at York (7f, good) 15 days ago. On a handy mark if he can build on his latest effort. Steadily finding his form for new yard this term; interesting off a reduced mark.
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4th (9) (11/4 +31%) Pearle D'or
2.75
11/4(+31%)
(9) Pearle D'or 11/4, Shaped much better than result when tenth of 21 in Victoria Cup at Ascot (7f, good to firm, 9/2) 3 weeks ago, having to switch into centre of track 2f out. Can make his presence felt back down in grade. Only midfield when favourite for the Victoria Cup but may rebound in this grade.
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5th (6) (25/1 +11%) Master Richard
25
25/1(+11%)
(6) Master Richard 25/1, Returned to turf after 6 months off, ran one his lesser races when twelfth of 17 in handicap at York (7.9f, good, 50/1) 16 days ago. Back down in grade but others still more persuasive. Both turf wins at York; seemed to need his reappearance run there last month.
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6th (5) (10/1 +29%) Havana Blue
10
10/1(+29%)
(5) Havana Blue 10/1, After 7 months off (gelded), possibly needed the run on first start since leaving Clive Cox when eighth of 15 in handicap at Newmarket (7f, good to firm, 28/1) 44 days ago. Needs to get back on the up having had a wind op. Had wind surgery since his midfield effort on stable/seasonal debut; may do better.
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7th (12) (33/1 -32%) Swiss Ace
33
33/1(-32%)
(12) Swiss Ace 33/1, Found it tougher back up in grade when seventh of 11 in handicap (11/1) at Newcastle (7.1f) 20 days ago. Others preferred as he makes his first turf start of the year. All wins for current yard in Class 4 events at Newcastle; others preferred.
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8th (8) (11/1 +50%) Quest For Fun
11
11/1(+50%)
(8) Quest For Fun 11/1, Failed to build on promise of previous run when fourteenth of 15 in handicap at Newmarket (7f, good, 16/1) 2 weeks ago. However, no surprise to see him fare better returned to this lower grade. Regressive results in 2024 but this drop back in class may prompt a turnaround.
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9th (11) (25/1 +0%) Tactical
25
25/1(+0%)
(11) Tactical 25/1, Sixteen runs since last win in 2021. Ended last season out of form and fared no better on his reappearance when fourteenth of 15 in handicap at Newmarket (6f, good, 33/1) 28 days ago. Visor now reached for. Formerly smart; on a long losing spell but the different headgear may help.
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10th (2) (18/1 -100%) Grand Traverse
18
18/1(-100%)
(2) Grand Traverse 18/1, After a 10-month absence, made a winning handicap/British debut at Newcastle in March. Not in the same form both starts since, seventh of 9 in handicap (11/2) at Ascot (6f, good) 22 days ago, but it still remains early days. Campaigned over 6f for new yard, winning AW event then disappointing back on turf.
1
11th (1) (9/1 +25%) Maywake
9
9/1(+25%)
(1) Maywake 9/1, Successful at Thirsk and Sandown last season. Soon left behind a below-par effort when third of 10 in handicap (5/1) at this C&D (heavy) on final start of the campaign. Has run well fresh in the past so he could be thereabouts. Consistent sort; absent since finishing third off this mark over C&D last October.
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12th (7) (28/1 -75%) Wild Side
28
28/1(-75%)
(7) Wild Side 28/1, Won 4 times last year, including at Southwell in December. After 12 weeks off, last of 9 in handicap at Newcastle (7.1f, 6/1) 64 days ago. found to be coughing post race. Had been in good form previously so she could bounce back. Had an excuse for heavy defeat on latest AW start; tough mark back on turf.
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13th (3) (40/1 -186%) Kingentleman
40
40/1(-186%)
(3) Kingentleman 40/1, Useful performer at best, winning 3 times at Chantilly in 2022. Well below form all 3 starts last year, but he's not written off as he goes handicapping on first run for yard after leaving P. & J. Brandt. Wears tongue strap. Ex-French horse; lost his form in 2023; market helpful on debut for new stable.
18:50 Doncaster Handicap (Class 3) 7f Race Class Flow
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Silver Samurai returned from a 117-day break to fill the runner-up spot at Kempton in January and is one to consider off a 1lb higher rating back on turf. However, the vote goes to YORKSHIRE, who forced a dead-heat in this grade at Thirsk a fortnight ago and he is only 2lb higher for that victory. Edward Bethell's yard is in fine form at present and the four-year-old could be the one to beat. Maywake and Kingentleman, who sports a first-time tongue-tie, are just a couple of others to consider.
YORKSHIRE resumed his progress after 7 months off when sharing the spoils at Thirsk a fortnight ago, despite having met trouble in running, and he could still have more to offer this year. He is taken to get the better of Pearle d'Or, who wasn't seen to best effect at Ascot on his latest outing, while Quest For Fun is also one to note.
Judged on his direction of travel for new connections, HECTIC may be the answer. Pearle d'Or is second choice.
(17) Be My Hero 14/1, Remains a maiden after 22 NH runs. 7/1, fourteenth of 15 in handicap hurdle at Downpatrick (18.8f, good) 36 days ago. Stable in good form. Tongue strap back on. Needs a couple of these to falter. Reserve 1 Maiden was poor at Downpatrick last time but a chance on his best form; reserve.
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(18) (25/1 -25%) Bedelia
25
25/1(-25%)
(18) Bedelia 25/1, Modest winner at 10f on flat and similar merit over hurdles. 40/1, fourteenth of 17 in handicap hurdle at Punchestown (16f, good to soft) 11 days ago. Reserve 2. Flat winner was tailed-off on handicap hurdle debut last time so major questions; reserve.
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(19) (50/1 +0%) Out Of The Park
50
50/1(+0%)
(19) Out Of The Park 50/1, 18/1, tenth of 15 in handicap chase at Limerick (19.7f, good) 9 days ago. Switches from chase to hurdles. Reserve 3. Placed in points but well beaten over hurdles and fences lately; reserve.
12
1st (12) (16/1 +20%) Slieve Bearnagh
16
16/1(+20%)
(12) Slieve Bearnagh 16/1, Lightly-raced maiden over hurdles. Modest winner at 10f on flat. Ninth of 14 in handicap (20/1) at Dundalk (10.7f) in December, going off too hard. Switches from Flat to hurdles. Poor on last hurdle run. Three-time Flat winner hasn't run over hurdles in a good while and others preferred.
5
2nd (5) (13/8 +64%) Tingarran Express
1.625
13/8(+64%)
(5) Tingarran Express 13/8, One win from 24 NH runs. Winner in hurdle at Clonmel in April. 11/4, good second of 12 in handicap hurdle at Wexford (17f, good to soft) 3 days ago. Going through a good spell and she's one to consider again. In fine form and just beaten at Wexford three days ago; chance if this isn't too soon.
15
3rd (15) (100/1 -100%) Hollow Spark
100
100/1(-100%)
(15) Hollow Spark 100/1, 125/1, twelfth of 15 in handicap hurdle at Clonmel (16f, heavy). Off 15 months and likely best watched. Little sign of ability and is returning from a long absence.
4
4th (4) (6/1 +8%) Must Be Dreaming
6
6/1(+8%)
(4) Must Be Dreaming 6/1, One win from 23 NH runs. 9/2, creditable fourth of 15 in handicap hurdle at Tipperary (16f, good to soft) 17 days ago. Can make presence felt. An encouraging Tipperary run last time and a player though jumping needs to be better.
1
5th (1) (10/1 -67%) Contrapposto
10
10/1(-67%)
(1) Contrapposto 10/1, 7/1, creditable third of 14 in handicap hurdle at Tipperary (16f, good to soft) 17 days ago, every chance last and one paced. Handicapper has given him a chance if building on that here. Poor over C&D in April but a better run at Tipperary last month so one to consider.
13
6th (13) (16/1 +20%) Cruisin Susan
16
16/1(+20%)
(13) Cruisin Susan 16/1, Course winner. Eleven runs since last win in 2022. 16/1, sixth of 10 in handicap hurdle at this course (21.6f, heavy) 152 days ago. Back down in trip. Won a 2m5f maiden hurdle here in 2022; well beaten when last seen but a chance at her best.
6
7th (6) (11/1 -83%) Trishknowsbest
11
11/1(-83%)
(6) Trishknowsbest 11/1, Eleven runs since last win in 2022. Third of 16 in handicap hurdle at Ballinrobe (16.8f, good, 40/1) 25 days ago. Merits consideration. Dual winner on good ground in 2022; ran well on comeback at Ballinrobe and can go close.
9
8th (9) (16/1 -45%) Craic Eile
16
16/1(-45%)
(9) Craic Eile 16/1, C&D winner. Last of 13 in handicap at Cork (10.1f, good to soft, 66/1) 11 days ago. That run will have done his fitness no harm and better showing anticipated back over timber. Both his wins have been over C&D; regressive since last summer; a squeak if back to form.
16
9th (16) (12/1 +25%) Prince Quattro
12
12/1(+25%)
(16) Prince Quattro 12/1, 11/1, showed a bit more than previously when fifth of 13 in handicap hurdle at this course (16.7f, good to soft) 40 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time and he could yet have a little more to offer. Yet to finish in the frame and needs to find improvement from somewhere.
14
10th (14) (50/1 +0%) Essential Part
50
50/1(+0%)
(14) Essential Part 50/1, 125/1, seventh of 12 in novice hurdle at Downpatrick (21.8f, good) 22 days ago. Back down in trip. Maiden is regressive over hurdles and isn't easy to fancy.
3
11th (3) (50/1 -100%) Coolnacritta
50
50/1(-100%)
(3) Coolnacritta 50/1, C&D winner. 22/1, first run since leaving Mark Fahey when eleventh of 14 in handicap hurdle at Tipperary (16f, good to soft) 17 days ago. That was his first start for 15 months and this should reveal more. Three wins incl' over C&D in 2021; has had two long absences since and best watched.
10
12th (10) (33/1 -106%) No Show
33
33/1(-106%)
(10) No Show 33/1, Winner in hurdle at Wexford in September. Below form sixth of 11 in handicap hurdle at Downpatrick (17.8f, soft, 6/1), unable to sustain effort. Off 8 months. Won at Wexford last September but was poor next time; chance if ready after break.
2
|PU| (2) (9/1 -6%) Dylan Oak
9
9/1(-6%)
(2) Dylan Oak 9/1, 8/1, fifth of 14 in handicap hurdle at Kilbeggan (16f, good) 15 days ago. Cheekpieces back on and not dismissed out of hand. Won at Roscommon two years ago; only two runs since but a decent fifth at Kilbeggan.
7
|PU| (7) (10/1 -186%) Across The Ocean
10
10/1(-186%)
(7) Across The Ocean 10/1, 14/1, very good fourth of 12 in handicap hurdle at Clonmel (19f, soft) 16 days ago. Entitled to be sharper with that run under his belt and worth considering with further improvement anticipated. A decent comeback at Clonmel last time and can go close if improving from that.
8
|PU| (8) (20/1 -25%) Knocknacree
20
20/1(-25%)
(8) Knocknacree 20/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Tongue strap on for 1st time, pulled up in handicap hurdle at Navan (16f, heavy, 33/1), tailed off when pulled up after 3 out. Off 6 months. Some ability for Gordon Elliott; poor on testing ground for this yard; this ground helps.
11
|PU| (11) (22/1 -120%) Pinky
22
22/1(-120%)
(11) Pinky 22/1, 12/1, last of 6 in handicap hurdle debut at Navan (15.7f, heavy) 70 days ago, doing too much too soon. However, it remains early days and she's not one to write off for very shrewd stable. Well beaten on handicap debut in testing ground but should fare better today.
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It is a long time between drinks for CONTRAPPOSTO, but his sliding mark sees him just get into this basement grade and he can take full advantage. His third place in Tipperary was a better effort and this is lesser company. This sharp track could easily help Tingarran Express double her win total. Since delivering at Clonmel in April, she has finished runner-up three times in a row. Her consistency is a bonus among horses who struggle to put a string of decent results together. Trishknowsbest kept on for third in an opportunity handicap hurdle at Ballinrobe, so has to enter calculations.
TINGARRAN EXPRESS has held her form particularly well following her breakthrough success at Clonmel in April, runner-up at Wexford 3 days ago, and she looks sure to go well again in this groove. Across The Ocean remains open to improvement and can build on his comeback run at Clonmel 16 days ago. Must Be Dreaming and Trishknowsbest are others in the mix. Pinky is another worth keeping an eye on.
ACROSS THE OCEAN could be the answer with improvement to come from his Clonmel return for an in-form yard.
(1) Tommie Beau 3/1, Multiple winner over fences last term who capitalised on drop in grade over fences at Cartmel (25.5f) 7 days ago and made light of a 2-day turnaround from lower mark over hurdles there on Monday. Respected again in hat-trick bid under a penalty. Back-to-back wins at Cartmel last week; tougher task at these weights but likeable.
7
1st (7) (13/8 +46%) Porter In The Park
1.625
13/8(+46%)
(7) Porter In The Park 13/8, Edged ahead late on to double hurdles tally at Ludlow (23.8f) in April and did well to finish as close as she did following a late blunder when runner-up at Market Rasen (23f) 3 weeks ago. Nudged up 2 lb but very much of interest again in this form. Has done well since back over hurdles but watch the weather as good ground is key.
3
2nd (3) (16/5 +29%) Secret Trix
3.2
16/5(+29%)
(3) Secret Trix 16/5, Thrived with cheekpieces fitted, gaining his fourth success of the campaign (with tongue tie added) in class 2 Haydock handicap in March. Solid fourth from career-high mark at Perth 37 days ago and he should continue in form. Hard to knock, other than that the handicapper may now have his number.
2
3rd (2) (14/1 -115%) Wbee
14
14/1(-115%)
(2) Wbee 14/1, Thrived in 2021 and 2022, picking up 6 wins (3 over C&D) but has since been absent for 21 months. Would be of interest if fully tuned up, so well worth noting if market vibes are positive. Has won six of his last nine races but he's been a long time absent.
4
4th (4) (5/2 +75%) Judicial Law
2.5
5/2(+75%)
(4) Judicial Law 5/2, Added to his tally in first-time cheekpieces at Kelso in September before finishing runner-up in a deeper handicap at Cheltenham. Below best in pair of handicaps at Haydock (24.2f) in recent months, albeit a serious early error not helping his cause latest. Below par of late but last season's peaks (3m2f/3m) bring him right into it off this mark.
5
5th (5) (11/1 +56%) Lunar Power
11
11/1(+56%)
(5) Lunar Power 11/1, Won a handicap hurdle for Noel Meade last May but struggled to make an impact in handful of starts for present yard over hurdles thereafter. Never figured back on the Flat 5 weeks ago and others arrive with much more pressing claims. Interesting on Irish form but hasn't achieved much at all since crossing the water.
6
6th (6) (18/1 -177%) Butler's Brief
18
18/1(-177%)
(6) Butler's Brief 18/1, Got back on the scoreboard at Kelso in November, finding plenty under pressure. Not in same form at Bangor/Doncaster the following month and possible this first start for 155 days will bring him on. Rain would aid his chance but even then he comes with an element of risk.
19:00 Stratford Handicap Hurdle (Class 3)
26f Race Class Flow
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Tommie Beau supplemented his easy success over fences at Cartmel last week when following up over hurdles at the same venue just two days later. However, Seamus Mullins' charge is effectively 9lb higher in the ratings, which could be enough to thwart his hat-trick bid. SECRET TRIX wasn't beaten far into fourth on soft ground at Perth in April and a return to a sounder surface here could help the seven-year-old back into the winner's enclosure. Porter In The Park is also noted.
Having resumed winning ways at Ludlow on her penultimate start, PORTER IN THE PARK again ran well when second at Market Rasen 3 weeks ago, doing well to finish as close as she did following a late blunder. She earns the vote to prove her mark still workable. Secret Trix and the thriving Tommie Beau head the dangers with Wbee demanding a market check on his belated return to action (former 3-time C&D winner).
The admirable TOMMIE BEAU faces no easy task at these weights but he'll give it his best shot. He can make it three wins within a week.
(4) Tartan Cookie 11/1, Modest handicap hurdler. Ran well when third at Catterick when last seen but that was 17 months ago. Market for clues on return to action. 2m7f winner who has wellbeing to prove after a lengthy absence..
7
1st (7) (6/1 +33%) So Ladylike
6
6/1(+33%)
(7) So Ladylike 6/1, Remains a maiden after 18 NH runs and managed only a mid-field finish on first run since leaving Colin A. McBratney in 12-runner handicap at Carlisle (19.3f, soft, 28/1) 86 days ago. Back up in trip. Mostly well beaten last six starts; not disgraced latest but hard to make a strong case..
2
2nd (2) (9/2 +59%) Shantou Moon
4.5
9/2(+59%)
(2) Shantou Moon 9/2, Produced a laboured effort without his usual headgear on first run since leaving Tristan Davidson when sixth of 13 in handicap hurdle at Cartmel (22.1f, good to soft) 5 days ago. Hurdle winner at up to 3m1f; acts on heavy; in need of a favour from the handicapper..
3
3rd (3) (15/8 -25%) Rumble B
1.875
15/8(-25%)
(3) Rumble B 15/8, Made it 3 wins from his last 5 starts in 9-runner C&D handicap (good to soft, 9/4) 11 days ago, always holding on. Seems highly likely to go well again. Dual C&D winner; up 4lb; likely to need to find more to win again but can't rule that out..
1
4th (1) (7/2 -27%) No Rematch
3.5
7/2(-27%)
(1) No Rematch 7/2, Denied only by an unexposed type in 15-runner handicap hurdle at Exeter (21.6f, heavy) on final outing for Evan Williams in December. Cheekpieces back on and obvious player if ready to roll. Went close on his last two starts last season; up 3lb for stable debut; player..
5
5th (5) (9/2 +36%) Larkfield Lusive
4.5
9/2(+36%)
(5) Larkfield Lusive 9/2, Modest maiden who found test too much under extreme conditions when fifth of 10 in handicap hurdle (13/2) at Southwell (24.3f, heavy) 10 days ago. Eased 3 lb. Slipping to a more competitive mark but needs to be better than on his last two starts..
6
6th (6) (28/1 -40%) The Knot Is Tied
28
28/1(-40%)
(6) The Knot Is Tied 28/1, Little impact in 2 starts on the Flat for current yard and was a well-held third back over fences at Warwick 3 weeks ago. Returns to the smaller obstacles with enough to prove. Below par in two Flat starts and a chase since joining this trainer; others preferred..
19:07 Hexham Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 23f Race Class Flow
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RUMBLE B has won over C&D on a couple of occasions this year, including a success on heavy ground back in March. He can defy a 4lb rise for his latest victory and go in again. A couple of these return from layoffs with a shout. No Rematch ended last year with a short-head defeat at Exeter and has switched yards subsequently, while Tartan Cookie reappears following a longer absence but is back on a handy mark.
RUMBLE B is in a rich vein of form at present and, having edged out an unexposed one on his most recent outing, he's fancied to go in again. No Rematch can provide the main threat if ready to roll after a break on his first start for a new yard.
A weak contest and given how well he acts here, RUMBLE B is taken to defy a 4lb rise and record a third C&D success.
(1) Amestris 2/5, Mehmas filly. Dam unraced half-sister to 6f winner Henrik and 6f/7f winner Intense Pink (both smart) from a good family. Promising ¾-length second of 13 to It Ain't Two in maiden at Newmarket (5f, good to firm, 12/1) on debut 45 days ago. Leading claims. Close second on her Newmarket debut and sets useful standard on that form; strong claims.
3
2nd (3) (14/1 -40%) Desdemona
14
14/1(-40%)
(3) Desdemona 14/1, (Production):second foal: sister to 2-y-o 6f winner Amroon: dam, winner up to 7f (2-y-o 5f winner), half-sister to useful 2-y-o 6f-1m winner Rainbow Royal out of useful winner up to 6f (including at 2 yrs) Show Rainbow. Out of a well-related 5f-7f winner; market should guide on debut.
6
3rd (6) (9/2 +0%) Roselily
4.5
9/2(+0%)
(6) Roselily 9/2, Foaled April 30. Ribchester filly. Dam, runner-up at 7f, sister to very smart winner up to 1¼m Portage. Promising sort. 20/1, fourth of 12 in maiden at Leicester (5f, good) on debut 21 days ago, running on. May well do better. Made a promising start when a clear fourth at Leicester and she should know more this time.
4
4th (4) (20/1 -43%) Eva's Eyes
20
20/1(-43%)
(4) Eva's Eyes 20/1, Foaled March 14. 22,000 gns yearling, Harry Angel filly. Half-sister to 3 winners, including 2-y-o 6f winner Reward Smile and 6f winner Pure Charmer. Dam sprint maiden. Has plenty of speed in pedigree but she has a useful standard to aim at on debut.
5
5th (5) (33/1 -65%) Happy Happy
33
33/1(-65%)
(5) Happy Happy 33/1, Foaled February 17. €13,500 yearling, Kodiac filly. Half-sister to smart winner up to 5.4f Copper Knight and winner up to 11f Mystic Knight. Dam 6.5f winner. Half-sister to Copper Knight but this looks a tough starting point and is best watched.
2
6th (2) (14/1 +0%) Argent Rapide
14
14/1(+0%)
(2) Argent Rapide 14/1, Foaled April 12. Mehmas filly. Half-sister to 6f winner Bruce Lightning. Yard 1-17 with 2yos this year and this newcomer could be one for further down the line.
LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content,
19:15 Lingfield Stakes (Class 5) 5f Race Class Flow
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This looks a golden opportunity for AMESTRIS to get off the mark following a promising debut effort over this trip at Newmarket where she hit the line full of running in second. That race has thrown up a clutch of subsequent winners and she should be adding to that tally. Roselily shaped with mild promise on her debut at Leicester but is bred to appreciate further, while Desdemona appeals most of the newcomers.
AMESTRIS ran to a high level when second at Newmarket on debut just over 6 weeks ago, and will be a tough nut to crack. Roselily has a stone to find with the selection but she showed some promise on her debut 3 weeks ago and is second choice. None of the newcomers jump off the page, but Desdemona might be the pick of them.
This looks a good opportunity for AMESTRIS, who went close at Newmarket in April and sets a useful standard on that form.
(3) Mountain Peak 8/1, Eleven runs since last win in 2022 but wasn't disgraced after 7 months off when sixth of 12 in handicap at Epsom (5f, good) 39 days ago. Now a stone below last winning mark; needs good/firmer ground.
12
(12) (40/1 +0%) Never Dark
40
40/1(+0%)
(12) Never Dark 40/1, Last of 12 in handicap (100/1) at York (5f, good) on return last week. Needs to leave that well behind. Failed to beat a rival in last three appearances; big rebound is needed.
6
1st (6) (6/1 +57%) Hiya Maite
6
6/1(+57%)
(6) Hiya Maite 6/1, Latest win at Southwell in December. Tenth of 12 in handicap at York (5f, good, 10/1) 7 days ago. Has yet to find his form this year. Unconvincing form in Class 2 events this term; drops back in grade.
13
2nd (13) (9/1 -13%) Brave Nation
9
9/1(-13%)
(13) Brave Nation 9/1, C&D winner who was too free when down the field in big-field handicap at Ascot (6f, good to firm) 21 days ago. Has work to do. Ties in with The Ridler on 2022 Norfolk form; current mark is attractive.
1
3rd (1) (12/1 -9%) Arecibo
12
12/1(-9%)
(1) Arecibo 12/1, Unreliable individual who went close to ending a long losing run on his return/stable debut at Musselburgh but ran below form at York (5f, good, 18/1) 16 days ago. Bounce back required. Has failed to build on reappearance effort; on a three-year losing spell.
2
4th (2) (6/1 +0%) Jer Batt
6
6/1(+0%)
(2) Jer Batt 6/1, 5/1, ran below form when twelfth of 26 in handicap at Royal Ascot (5f, good to firm) on final outing last June. Off since but is capable of fresh, so well worth a second look. Remains of interest, granted suitable conditions (may need softer than good on turf).
9
5th (9) (17/2 -55%) Burning Cash
8.5
17/2(-55%)
(9) Burning Cash 17/2, C&D winner who bounced back to form to win 11-runner handicap at Thirsk (5f, good to firm) 14 days ago, keeping on well. 3 lb rise fair and another good run can't be ruled out. Capable of following up his Thirsk win; defied higher marks twice over C&D in 2022.
11
6th (11) (9/2 +44%) Mountain Warrior
4.5
9/2(+44%)
(11) Mountain Warrior 9/2, Latest win at Southwell in January and ran well trying this trip for the first time when second of 9 in handicap (9/1) at Carlisle (5f, good to firm) 12 days ago. Enters calculations. Good second dropped to 5f at Carlisle last time; unexposed at this trip; respected.
8
7th (8) (10/1 +0%) Glamorous Breeze
10
10/1(+0%)
(8) Glamorous Breeze 10/1, 3/1, confirmed return to form when third of 7 in handicap at Newmarket (5f, good to firm) 13 days ago. In decent form; competitively weighted off last winning mark; not dismissed.
7
8th (7) (10/1 +17%) Muker
10
10/1(+17%)
(7) Muker 10/1, 9/1, shaped well when 4 lengths fifth of 11 to Burning Cash in handicap at Thirsk (5f, good to firm) 14 days ago, never nearer. Shortlist material. Made promising late progress in the Thirsk event won by Burning Cash; possibilities.
10
9th (10) (9/1 +36%) Princess Karine
9
9/1(+36%)
(10) Princess Karine 9/1, Ran out a wide-margin winner at Pontefract in May but not quite at that level both outings subsequently. All wins in single-figure fields; this scenario is not ideal.
14
10th (14) (16/1 +0%) Rambuso Creek
16
16/1(+0%)
(14) Rambuso Creek 16/1, 22/1, looked and shaped as if in need of the run when twelfth of 21 in handicap at York (6f, good) 7 days ago, finding less than looked likely. Cheekpieces back on. Returns to optimum distance but this isn't his ideal grade.
5
11th (5) (25/1 -25%) The Ridler
25
25/1(-25%)
(5) The Ridler 25/1, Visored for 1st time, last of 9 in handicap (10/1) at Newcastle (5f). Off 6 months. Returns with plenty to prove. Appears well handicapped if gelding operation prompts a revival; won the Norfolk in 2022.
4
12th (4) (12/1 +33%) Spoof
12
12/1(+33%)
(4) Spoof 12/1, Made more impact than previously this year when fourth of 12 in handicap at York (5f, good, 66/1) last week. Good-value 7-lb claimer now takes over in the saddle and he's of interest. Fighting chance provided latest effort is backed up; 2lb below last winning mark.
19:20 Doncaster Handicap (Class 3) 5f Race Class Flow
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Mountain Warrior did well to only be denied by just under a length into second at Carlisle last time and, with a clearer passage, he ought to go close. However, he could come out second best to SPOOF, who stayed on well to finish fourth at York last Saturday, faring best of those held up, and the handicapper may have been kind to drop him 2lb for that display. Burning Cash and Jer Batt could also get involved.
SPOOF made more impact than previously this season when fourth at York last week and, with a good-value 7-lb claimer now taking over in the saddle, he earns the vote. This is a competitive sprint handicap however, with Muker, Jer Batt and Mountain Warrior just a trio of interesting rivals.
Carlisle runner-up MOUNTAIN WARRIOR is taken to go one better. Burning Cash is second choice.
(8) Ar Aghaidh 20/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 25/1, creditable sixth of 14 in novice hurdle at Wexford (20f, heavy) 14 days ago. Needs to find more. Point winner finished just behind below-par Pallas Athene when sixth at Wexford.
7
1st (7) (8/1 -45%) Wolfhill
8
8/1(-45%)
(7) Wolfhill 8/1, Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. Seventh of 16 in novice hurdle (200/1) at Punchestown (20f, good to soft) 11 days ago. More required. Looked like he was getting the hang of things when seventh in better maiden at Punchestown.
4
2nd (4) (12/1 +14%) Miners Bridge
12
12/1(+14%)
(4) Miners Bridge 12/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Seventh of 10 in hunter chase (12/1) at Tipperary (23.4f, good to soft) 23 days ago. Makes hurdles debut. Winning pointer has had jumping issues in hunter chases; hurdling debut.
1
3rd (1) (22/1 +0%) Deise Bhoy
22
22/1(+0%)
(1) Deise Bhoy 22/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 125/1, seventh of 13 in novice hurdle at this course (16.7f, good to soft) 40 days ago. Significantly up in trip. Modest pointer and beaten a long way in two maiden hurdle outings; steps up in trip.
5
4th (5) (40/1 -82%) Seskin Flash
40
40/1(-82%)
(5) Seskin Flash 40/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 100/1, tenth of 16 in bumper at Ballinrobe (16.8f, good) 25 days ago. Makes hurdles debut. Up in trip. Beaten 16l in first and latest bumper, tailed off in between; hurdling debut.
12
5th (12) (100/1 +0%) Stradbally Village
100
100/1(+0%)
(12) Stradbally Village 100/1, Remains a maiden after 8 hurdle runs. 125/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, pulled up in handicap hurdle at this course (21.5f, good to soft) 40 days ago. Moderate performer has been pulled up more often than not in eight starts; can't have her.
13
6th (13) (9/2 +40%) Stumblin In
4.5
9/2(+40%)
(13) Stumblin In 9/2, Thrice-raced maiden. 150/1, first run since leaving John Michael Burke when fourth of 15 in novice hurdle at Killarney (17f, good to soft) 20 days ago. Up in trip. Something to work on after remote fourth in decent maiden at Killarney; steps up in trip.
2
7th (2) (10/3 +17%) Granpa Ger
3.333333
10/3(+17%)
(2) Granpa Ger 10/3, Modest hurdler. Good fifth of 16 in handicap hurdle (14/1) at Punchestown (20f, good to soft) 11 days ago. Some okay maiden runs and ran well when fifth of 16 on handicap bow at Punchestown.
10
8th (10) (9/2 -50%) Pallas Athene
4.5
9/2(-50%)
(10) Pallas Athene 9/2, Modest hurdler. Remains a maiden after 7 hurdle runs. Below form fifth of 14 in novice hurdle (13/2) at Wexford (20f, heavy) 14 days ago. Disappointing so far but boasts obvious claims in a race like this. Four times a beaten favourite in maidens; fair fourth at Down Royal but well held since.
3
9th (3) (11/2 +50%) Malton Groove
5.5
11/2(+50%)
(3) Malton Groove 11/2, Modest hurdler. Remains a maiden after 7 hurdle runs. Eighth of 10 in handicap hurdle at Bellewstown (24.5f, good to soft, 14/1) 38 days ago, not seen to best effect. Merits respect. Not beaten far on yard debut at Thurles but moderate efforts in handicap company lately.
9
10th (9) (5/1 +0%) Mystic Sage
5
5/1(+0%)
(9) Mystic Sage 5/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 14/1, seventh of 16 in handicap hurdle at Bellewstown (20.5f, good to soft) 38 days ago. Needs to do better still but it's still early days. Ran like she needed first outing for five months when beaten 14l in Bellewstown handicap.
11
|PU| (11) (20/1 +9%) Phildante
20
20/1(+9%)
(11) Phildante 20/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Hooded for 1st time, sixth of 9 in bumper (10/1) at Tipperary (18f, good to soft) 23 days ago. Makes hurdles debut. Up in trip. Best bumper run when beaten 12l at Sligo; remote second in point in March; hurdling debut.
6
|PU| (6) (125/1 -279%) Wardens Whisper
125
125/1(-279%)
(6) Wardens Whisper 125/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 200/1, last of 18 in novice hurdle at Naas (19.3f, soft) 46 days ago. Hard to make any sort of case for. Beaten miles in both completed starts over hurdles.
19:25 Tramore Maiden Hurdle 22f Race Speed Rating Flow
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Point-to-point winner PALLAS ATHENE looks the percentage call, especially now that she is stepped up in trip. The Gordon Elliott-trained mare has been running consistently in maidens all year but appears to lack the gears when the race develops in earnest. Faced with an additional two furlongs now, she may just grind it out from the front. Granpa Ger ran better than his final placing suggests when fifth at Punchestown last month. The six-year-old was making ground from the rear when getting the second-last hurdle all wrong. To his credit, the Tony Mullins-trained gelding stayed on well after the last. Mystic Sage looks a mare who could improve further now faced with more of a stamina test.
PALLAS ATHENE has been rather frustrating so far but, if she can find her best form, she should have enough to take advantage of what appears an excellent opportunity to belatedly open her account. Malton Groove is the main danger on form and there might be more to come from Mystic Stage
From a good Bowe-bred family of hurdlers, WOLFHILL took a nice step forward in a better maiden at Punchestown and can get off the mark
(1) Hidden Heroics 7/2, Resumed winning ways in staying handicap chase at Ludlow in December but has struggled since, well held at Cheltenham latest. Easing back down the handicap at least. Beneath his best of late but he's on a good mark if getting back on track.
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2nd (2) (7/1 +7%) Broken Quest
7
7/1(+7%)
(2) Broken Quest 7/1, Won 3 on the bounce during spring 2022 but failed to fire in 2 runs last season after 13 months off. However, step back in the right direction when third at Aintree 2 weeks ago so not taken lightly down in class. Showed he was no back number with an 11l third at Aintree two weeks ago.
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3rd (10) (5/1 +33%) Bbold
5
5/1(+33%)
(10) Bbold 5/1, Dual course winner who is a fair chaser nowadays and his latest Southwell third confirms he still has something to offer. However, likely to find a few too good in this class of handicap. Not as good as he was but doesn't arrive here in bad form and has each-way hopes.
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4th (7) (11/2 -83%) Trincomalee
5.5
11/2(-83%)
(7) Trincomalee 11/2, Useful hurdler/chaser at his best but off 21 months and failed to match that form last term. However, benefited by the step up in trip when scoring off a reduced mark at Fakenham (29f) last month and respected up 6 lb. Convincing winner of the Norfolk National but he's effectively 13lb higher for this.
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5th (5) (8/1 +43%) Musical Slave
8
8/1(+43%)
(5) Musical Slave 8/1, Decent second at Wincanton on return last season but has failed to build on that since and others appeal more. Veteran who has seen better days and he now struggles to find some consistency.
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6th (3) (5/1 +0%) Court Master
5
5/1(+0%)
(3) Court Master 5/1, One-time useful chaser for Michael Scudamore and best effort for present yard when fifth of 19 in handicap chase at Cheltenham in October (25f, good to soft). Respectable sixth there on first run since 6 weeks ago and should strip fitter for that. Needs considering back down in class. Strong stayer on a handy mark but he does need the ground to remain good.
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7th (8) (33/1 -32%) Judge Earle
33
33/1(-32%)
(8) Judge Earle 33/1, Back in the groove when landing handicap chases at Uttoxeter and Worcester (both over 2½m) in July. Ended 2023 in pretty tame fashion fitted in headgear, however, and little encouragement after 7 months off at Hereford 3 weeks ago. Has performed poorly on either side of a break and he's knocking on now.
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|PU| (4) (11/1 +0%) Organdi
11
11/1(+0%)
(4) Organdi 11/1, Veteran mare who took advantage of a good opportunity at Fontwell in September. Decent effort after 4 months off when fourth of 16 in handicap chase (66/1) at Cheltenham (28.1f, good) but let down by jumping at Fakenham since. Good fourth at Cheltenham before an excusable defeat at Fakenham; possible.
9
|PU| (9) (16/1 -14%) Jony Max
16
16/1(-14%)
(9) Jony Max 16/1, Put a couple of poor efforts behind him when landing a 6-runner contest from the front at Fakenham (24.2f, soft) in November. Not so good next 2 starts, though off 5 months prior to last run. Capable stayer but hard to predict and has become a bit too risky.
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|PU| (6) (28/1 -27%) Magna Sam
28
28/1(-27%)
(6) Magna Sam 28/1, Better than ever when making a winning start for this yard at Musselburgh (31.5f) in February 2023 and good fifth in Scottish National at Ayr next time. However, little to shout about both starts last season and well held back from another break at Kempton last month. Current wellbeing an issue but well handicapped on his fine efforts of 2023.
19:30 Stratford Handicap Chase (Class 3)
28f Race Class Flow
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A 2lb drop in the ratings for BROKEN QUEST's third-placed effort at Aintree last month could prove lenient. The veteran only weakened in the closing stages that day and he looks ready to capitalise on a declining mark. Trincomalee is sure to prove popular after his Fakenham victory and Lucy Wadham's charge may serve the most resistance to the selection, although Hidden Heroics is dangerous to discount at this level.
COURT MASTER ran well for a long way after 6 months off when sixth in a better race than this at Cheltenham 6 weeks ago so could be the answer. Fellow veteran Broken Quest is also down in class and is another to consider, while recent Fakenham winner Trincomalee remains unexposed over this sort of trip.
A chance is taken on HIDDEN HEROICS who won off 2lb higher the last time he contested a Class 3 chase just before Christmas.
(5) Mai Dubai 14/1, Lightly-raced winner. Sixth of 7 in handicap at Newmarket (10f, good, 7/1) 27 days ago. Down in trip. Others have achieved more. Best form has been on AW and was well held at Newmarket on return; others preferred.
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1st (3) (10/3 +58%) Arisaig
3.333333
10/3(+58%)
(3) Arisaig 10/3, Latest win at Kempton in December. 11/4, creditable third of 6 in handicap at Newmarket (8f, good) 15 days ago. Not discounted. Held in two 1m handicaps this spring and she needs more progress back in trip.
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2nd (4) (7/2 +30%) Piz Nair
3.5
7/2(+30%)
(4) Piz Nair 7/2, Latest win here in April. Creditable third of 11 in handicap (7/1) at Doncaster (6f, firm) 14 days ago. Should get the longer trip and isn't without hope. Dual 6f winner who finished well for third at Doncaster latest; interesting upped in trip.
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3rd (8) (12/1 -33%) The Bitter Moose
12
12/1(-33%)
(8) The Bitter Moose 12/1, Latest win here in December. 7/1, good third of 8 in handicap at this course (7f, good to firm) 21 days ago. One to consider. Dual AW winner who was third here latest but he's exposed now and others may have an edge.
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4th (6) (18/1 -227%) Ziggy's Phoenix
18
18/1(-227%)
(6) Ziggy's Phoenix 18/1, 66/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, career best when winning 13-runner handicap at Newmarket (8f, good to firm) 13 days ago, finding extra. Seen to good effect last time and isn't an obvious one to follow up. Has patchy record but she made it 3-10 when scoring at Newmarket latest; respected.
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5th (1) (2/1 +11%) Usuario Amigo
2
2/1(+11%)
(1) Usuario Amigo 2/1, Promising individual. Second of 15 in minor event (4/1) at Newmarket (8f, good) 15 days ago, running on. Makes handicap debut and looks to have been let in lightly, so he's the one to beat. Gone close in two of his three runs and looks on fair mark for handicap debut; key player.
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6th (7) (11/1 -57%) Twirler
11
11/1(-57%)
(7) Twirler 11/1, 2 wins from 6 runs this year. 5/1, good second of 7 in handicap at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 35 days ago. Makes turf debut. Should give another good account if he takes to the surface. Two wins on AW and close second at Wolverhampton latest; up 2lb on this turf debut.
2
7th (2) (7/1 +7%) New Chelsea
7
7/1(+7%)
(2) New Chelsea 7/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Blinkered for 1st time, creditable second of 7 in nursery at Kempton (8f, 4/1), needing stronger gallop. Off 6 months. Should be involved if ready for this return. Five-race maiden and he needs to find something extra back from 194 days off.
19:45 Lingfield Handicap (Class 4) 8f Race Class Flow
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Hard to rule anything out of this, including Ziggy's Phoenix, who has been raised 3lb for her shock Newmarket success. Usuario Amigo and New Chelsea remain big potential improvers but any value on this occasion may lie with all-weather scorer PIZ NAIR, who looked to be crying out for a step up in trip when a staying-on third over 6f at Doncaster last time out.
USUARIO AMIGO improved and shaped well when second in a good novice at Newmarket recently and there's more to come, so he's fancied to prove himself better than an opening mark of 87. Twirler looks a big threat if she goes on turf and Piz Nair should give his running again.
The vote goes to USUARIO AMIGO who has gone close in two of his three starts and looks on a fair mark for this handicap debut.
(11) Toptime 14/1, Latest win at Southwell (5f) and ran well both starts since, fifth of 10 in handicap back at that venue in March. Has tasted success on turf previously and he's not handicapped out of things back from 73 days off. In form on AW over the winter and has won off higher mark on turf before.
5
2nd (5) (4/1 -20%) Emperor Caradoc
4
4/1(-20%)
(5) Emperor Caradoc 4/1, Fourteen runs since last win in 2022. 7/2 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, second of 10 in handicap at Ayr (5f, good) 30 days ago. Potentially well treated if building on that effort back up in trip. Back-to-form second over 5f at Ayr in cheekpieces latest; major player returned to 6f.
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3rd (8) (2/1 +60%) Alseeyerthere
2
2/1(+60%)
(8) Alseeyerthere 2/1, Redcar winner (7f) last summer who shaped promisingly when close third of 12 in handicap here (7f) on return in April. Finishing effort a shade underwhelming when fifth at Leicester (7f) 3 weeks ago but the way she travels suggests a return to sprinting won't inconvenience her. The way she's been travelling over 7f suggests drop back to 6f could be a good move.
1
4th (1) (8/1 -45%) King Of Tonga
8
8/1(-45%)
(1) King Of Tonga 8/1, Fallen plenty in the weights and finally took advantage when winning 6-runner handicap at Catterick (6f, soft, 6/1) 9 days ago, driven out. Remains with plenty of handicapping scope on old form and respected again. Snapped losing run at Catterick recently and should remain competitive after a 2lb nudge.
2
5th (2) (33/1 -65%) Newyorkstateofmind
33
33/1(-65%)
(2) Newyorkstateofmind 33/1, Made a winning return to action at Wolverhampton (6f) in April but hasn't fired either start in handicaps on turf since. Needs to leave those efforts in his wake if he's to feature. Two heavy defeats on turf since his AW reappearance success.
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6th (6) (13/2 +35%) Selby's Pride
6.5
13/2(+35%)
(6) Selby's Pride 13/2, Sixteen runs since last win in 2022. 17/2, tenth of 13 in handicap at Thirsk (6f, heavy) 53 days ago. Needs a couple of these to falter. Second AW reappearance but has recorded two lesser runs on turf since.
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7th (7) (9/2 +44%) Annie Law
4.5
9/2(+44%)
(7) Annie Law 9/2, C&D winner who battled well when adding to her tally at Kempton (6f) in October. Below best back at that venue on final start in November but entitled to strip fitter for her seasonal return at Chelmsford (7f) 3 weeks ago. C&D winner last year; entitled to come on for recent AW reappearance; respected.
10
8th (10) (25/1 -108%) Jesse Luc
25
25/1(-108%)
(10) Jesse Luc 25/1, Maiden who produced best effort to date when 2 lengths third of 12 in handicap at Kempton (6f) in April. Equipped with cheekpieces/tongue tie, not in same form back on turf when fourth of 7 in handicap at Yarmouth (6f, good to soft) 28 days ago. Needs a couple of these to falter. Beaten over 6l when fourth latest; low mileage but others are more persuasive.
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9th (3) (80/1 -186%) Equity's Darling
80
80/1(-186%)
(3) Equity's Darling 80/1, Successful on second of 3 starts as a juvenile but unable to build on that confined to just 2 starts in 3-y-o handicaps on all-weather last year. Betting should prove a useful guide on return from 13 months off. Won turf novice at 2 but well held in two AW handicaps last spring; off 419 days.
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10th (4) (66/1 -230%) Barney's Bay
66
66/1(-230%)
(4) Barney's Bay 66/1, Ended long losing run at Thirsk (6f) 12 months ago. Lightly raced subsequently, and yet to match that level in pair of starts for present stable, ninth of 10 in handicap at Wolverhampton (5.1f) 19 days ago. Fitting of a visor needs to have a positive effect. Well held in two runs for new yard and needs a visor to spark a revival.
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11th (9) (12/1 -71%) Twayblade
12
12/1(-71%)
(9) Twayblade 12/1, Respectable fifth of 9 in handicap (11/4) at Brighton (6f, good to soft) 23 days ago, weakening when slightly hampered last ½f. Others make more appeal. Front-runner; not disgraced in two runs this spring and back on a workable mark.
19:50 Doncaster Handicap (Class 6) 6f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 6 race.
A very open contest sees plenty of chances in this field, but the slight preference is for TWAYBLADE, who was sent off a very well backed favourite on his latest outing at Brighton and he can bounce back. Chris Dwyer's charge flattered to deceive on that occasion, but a 2lb ease by the handicapper is likely to aid his cause. Emperor Caradoc is feared most after escaping a rise for finishing second over 5f at Ayr last month and this extra yardage should suit, while King Of Tonga heads the remainder.
ALSEEYERTHERE's finishing effort didn't quite match the way she travelled when fifth at Leicester (7f) 3 weeks ago but she's well worth another chance to confirm her mark a workable one returned to sprinting and earns the vote to come out on top. Emperor Caradoc and recent Catterick winner King of Tonga are others fancied to play lead roles.
If the cheekpieces continues to have a positive effect EMPEROR CARADOC might be able to resume winning ways back at 6f.
(15) Wild As Fire 40/1, 12/1, tenth of 14 in handicap hurdle at Down Royal (20f, soft) 76 days ago. Hard to make a case for. Glimpse of ability when sixth of 23 over longer trip at Naas last year; 1lb wrong.
12
(12) (50/1 +0%) Smitty Bacall
50
50/1(+0%)
(12) Smitty Bacall 50/1, Twelve runs since last win in 2021. Pulled up in handicap chase (25/1) at Wexford (25.2f, good to soft), pulled up before ninth. Off 12 months. Switches from chase to hurdles. Engaged Tramore 7.50 Friday. Old boy hasn't shown much in quite a while and opposable after a year off.
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1st (13) (4/1 +27%) Early Arrival
4
4/1(+27%)
(13) Early Arrival 4/1, Course winner who posted a good second of 16 in handicap hurdle at Clonmel (19f, soft) 16 days ago. Has to be taken seriously nudged up just 1 lb. Sole win came over 2m4f here and twice second in big-field contests lately; stays this far.
8
2nd (8) (10/1 +38%) Glendine Billy
10
10/1(+38%)
(8) Glendine Billy 10/1, Creditable third of 14 in novice hurdle at Kilbeggan (16f, good, 16/5) 15 days ago. Significantly up in trip and not ruled out. Well held on handicap debut; beaten fav when third in modest maiden at Kilbeggan.
7
3rd (7) (18/1 +10%) Centurion Steel
18
18/1(+10%)
(7) Centurion Steel 18/1, Twelve runs since last win in 2021. Hooded for 1st time, eighth of 12 in handicap chase at Tipperary (23.4f, good to soft, 18/1) 39 days ago. Switches from chase to hurdles. Chase and hurdle winner for Henry de Bromhead; well held in two chase starts for new yard.
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4th (1) (4/1 +11%) Downtherefordancin
4
4/1(+11%)
(1) Downtherefordancin 4/1, 5/1, good fourth of 17 in handicap hurdle at Cork (20f, good) 21 days ago. In the mix. Twice runner-up in handicaps and closely matched with Penny Jar on latest run at Cork.
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5th (5) (14/1 +0%) No Fussing
14
14/1(+0%)
(5) No Fussing 14/1, Eleven runs since last win in 2023. Seventh of 11 in handicap hurdle (4/1) at Thurles (22.9f, heavy) 77 days ago. Can make presence felt if shrugging off latest effort. Maiden winner was twice runner-up in Punchestown handicaps over further; poor last twice.
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6th (9) (16/1 +0%) Garcon Doux
16
16/1(+0%)
(9) Garcon Doux 16/1, One win from 21 NH runs. Fourteen runs since last win in 2022. Ninth of 14 in handicap hurdle (10/1) at Tipperary (16f, good to soft) 17 days ago. Significantly up in trip. Won over 2m at Cork in 2022 and was placed over 2m4f here last year; back up in trip.
2
7th (2) (9/2 +36%) Penny Jar
4.5
9/2(+36%)
(2) Penny Jar 9/2, 20/1, good fifth of 17 in handicap hurdle at Cork (20f, good) 21 days ago. Enters calculations. Probably has little in hand off current mark but good return to action when fifth at Cork.
3
8th (3) (14/1 -300%) Mercury Mission
14
14/1(-300%)
(3) Mercury Mission 14/1, Good fourth of 15 in handicap hurdle at Killarney (20.2f, good to soft, 12/1) 19 days ago. One to consider. Maiden under all codes but has useful form including latest fourth in higher grade h'cap.
10
9th (10) (33/1 -136%) Woodie Wango
33
33/1(-136%)
(10) Woodie Wango 33/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Cheekpieces on for 1st time, last of 12 in handicap hurdle (11/1) at Wexford (20.4f, soft). Off 9 months and needs to hit the ground running. Couple of creditable runs in maidens but ran poorly on handicap debut; off nine months.
14
|S| (14) (33/1 -106%) Down The Park
33
33/1(-106%)
(14) Down The Park 33/1, Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. Significantly up in trip for her handicap hurdle debut with lots to find. Placed in a bumper but modest form in maiden hurdles; steps up in trip for handicap debut.
4
|U| (4) (5/1 +17%) Queen Jane
5
5/1(+17%)
(4) Queen Jane 5/1, Pulled up in handicap chase at Fairyhouse (21.6f, heavy, 6/1) 63 days ago, behind when pulled up 5 out. Switches from chase to hurdles with work to do. First hurdles run for over a year but rated two stone lower compared to her chase mark.
11
10th (11) (40/1 -100%) Beggars Rock
40
40/1(-100%)
(11) Beggars Rock 40/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Hooded for 1st time, fourteenth of 15 in handicap hurdle (50/1) at Tipperary (16f, good to soft) 17 days ago. Significantly up in trip. Engaged Tramore 7.50 Friday. Maiden pointer not shown much over hurdles including when 50-1 for recent h'cap debut.
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|PU| (6) (14/1 -27%) Jack Du Large
14
14/1(-27%)
(6) Jack Du Large 14/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Tenth of 12 in handicap hurdle (17/2) at Punchestown (22.8f, heavy) 104 days ago. Needs a couple of these to falter. Second to useful type in Fairyhouse maiden but ran poorly on handicap debut; freshened up.
The chart reads from right to left to today's race.
Having run well in a better race at Killarney last month, MERCURY MISSION can strike here for trainer Michael O'Connor. The five-year-old stayed on well enough when finishing fifth, to suggest that he would be worth trying over this longer trip. Downtherefordancin was unable to build on a promising Naas second when only fourth at Cork. However, that was still a fair run in the circumstances so the Gavin Cromwell-trained gelding has to be given serious consideration. Penny Jar, one place behind Downtherefordancin in Cork, should again be competitive. The eight-year-old ran really well on the Flat on his only previous visit to this track.
Course-winner EARLY ARRIVAL signalled he's ready to go in again when runner-up in a big-field Clonmel handicap last time so looks the way to go. Gavin Cromwell's top-weight Downtherefordancin heads the list of dangers on the back of his good Cork fourth with in-form duo Penny Jar and Mercury Mission also firmly in the picture.
A course winner here last year, EARLY ARRIVAL has run two belters in big-field contests since returning to action and gets the nod
(8) My Virtue 3/1, Did offer more encouragement on second handicap start and took a marked step forward back from 5 months off when opening her account under this rider at Southwell (15.8f) in May, value for plenty extra. In good hands and capable of following up. Up 6lb for winning cosily at Southwell (2m, good) but no surprise if there's more to come..
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(3) (6/1 +0%) Hot Fizzy Lizzy
6
6/1(+0%)
(3) Hot Fizzy Lizzy 6/1, Fair bumper winner who has offered definite signs of promise over hurdles and best not judged too harshly on her latest fourth on qualifying run at Warwick (2m) 26 days ago. In excellent hands and she promises to do better now handicapping. One to note. Bumper winner who has run well over C&D; should be better for recent run; likely player..
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1st (5) (7/2 +75%) Getmetothemoon
3.5
7/2(+75%)
(5) Getmetothemoon 7/2, Has hinted at promise, taking step back in right direction when midfield in 14-runner Taunton handicap (19f, soft) in March. Could have more to offer switched to a sounder surface/back down in trip. Made an encouraging hurdles debut but has been unable to kick on from that..
14
2nd (14) (11/2 +50%) Northern Rose
5.5
11/2(+50%)
(14) Northern Rose 11/2, 4-y-o filly who kept mistakes to a minimum when third at Southwell (15.8f) on penultimate start. Longer trip may not have suited ideally when ninth at Uttoxeter (20f) 14 days ago and she's not without each-way hope. Never involved over 2m4f latest but 4lb drop and return to 2m should see her competitive..
10
3rd (10) (10/3 +52%) Queen Of Steel
3.333333
10/3(+52%)
(10) Queen Of Steel 10/3, Maiden on the Flat and whilst also winless in this sphere, she posted her best effort when second at Exeter (16.7f) in March. Ran well when fourth back on the Flat at Bath (11.6f) 17 days ago and she holds each-way claims back over timber. Best effort latest at Exeter; up 2lb; probable player if acting on less testing ground..
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4th (4) (28/1 -12%) Konigin Isabella
28
28/1(-12%)
(4) Konigin Isabella 28/1, Still looking for first success and hard to warm to following a couple of poor efforts in handicaps upon returning this year. Yard also saddle Getmetothemoon. Placed in bumpers; showed ability but plenty to prove based on last two starts..
9
5th (9) (17/2 +6%) Cellar Club
8.5
17/2(+6%)
(9) Cellar Club 17/2, Little to shout about in novice/maiden company but did offer hope following a break/wind op when third on handicap debut at Market Rasen (16.5f) 3 weeks ago. untidy 3 out before running on. Remains lightly raced and she may well build on that. Third on handicap debut (2m, good) and if backing that up she's an each-way player..
13
6th (13) (80/1 -21%) Gladys Eva Jane
80
80/1(-21%)
(13) Gladys Eva Jane 80/1, Fair form in bumpers for Peter Bowen (sold £5,000) but little promise over hurdles, struggling when falling late on at Southwell (15.8f) 25 days ago. Tongue strap goes on. Placed in two bumpers but well below that level in all four starts for this trainer..
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7th (7) (16/1 -33%) Sister Julienne
16
16/1(-33%)
(7) Sister Julienne 16/1, Displayed ability in bumpers and similar story when second on return/hurdles debut at Hereford (16.2f) in October. Not got near that level either start since but does now get her first crack at handicaps. Betting should guide. Placed in bumpers and over hurdles; below par recently but handy mark for handicap debut..
2
8th (2) (11/2 +39%) Lady Caro
5.5
11/2(+39%)
(2) Lady Caro 11/2, Fair form in bumpers and posted best effort in this sphere when second of 8 in handicap hurdle at Fontwell (17.7f) in April. Seemed stretched by longer trip when midfield over 19f there since and this less demanding test promises to suit. Best effort came on penultimate start (2m1f, good); below par latest; each-way player..
12
9th (12) (15/2 +46%) Energy Two
7.5
15/2(+46%)
(12) Energy Two 15/2, Maiden who ran with credit on occasions last summer, including when fourth at Worcester (2m) 12 months ago. Down the field at that venue in September though, and percentage call to look elsewhere on return from 8 months off. Third in two maiden hurdles; consistent but needs to pull out more to break her duck..
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|PU| (11) (25/1 -14%) Mrs Kinsella
25
25/1(-14%)
(11) Mrs Kinsella 25/1, Long-standing maiden. Made frame a couple of times over hurdles for present yard last summer. Didn't take to chasing thereafter and has fallen to a career-low mark ahead of her return to action. No great surprise to see a better showing. Placed in 3-11 hurdle starts at around 2m4f but not as effective over this trip..
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|PU| (6) (28/1 -40%) Luckie Money
28
28/1(-40%)
(6) Luckie Money 28/1, Just poor form in 4 starts over hurdles for Donald McCain, pulled up on her handicap bow at Doncaster when last seen 6 months ago. Starts out for a yard amongst the winners but she does need to step up a good deal if she's to feature. Bit to prove on stable debut; unraced on ground slower than good.
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|PU| (1) (40/1 -150%) Three Macks
40
40/1(-150%)
(1) Three Macks 40/1, Fair maiden on the Flat up to 7f for Andrew Oliver. Runner-up 3 times over hurdles for Charlie Longsdon but absent since being pulled up on yard debut at Newton Abbot (16.7f) last August, losing action. Betting may prove a useful guide on first start for 9 months. Competitive mark for her first start since August and could be involved if she's ready..
20:00 Stratford Handicap Hurdle (Class 5)
16f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 5 race.
A 6lb higher mark for last month's Southwell triumph should leave My Virtue competitive. Mel Rowley's charge isn't taken lightly in her follow-up bid, but handicap debutant HOT FIZZY LIZZY could prove a fly in the ointment. The five-year-old enters this sphere off what looks a fair opening mark, especially when considering her bumper ability, and she edges the vote. Cellar Club and Queen Of Steel also warrant a second look in what appears an open contest.
MY VIRTUE showed much improved form and marked herself down as one to keep onside when opening her account at Southwell 25 days ago and she makes plenty of appeal in her follow-up bid from 6 lb higher. Hot Fizzy Lizzy has all the hallmarks of an improver now handicapping and she's well worth a second a look also. Cellar Club and Mrs Kinsella are a couple of others fancied to be thereabouts.
The suggestion is SISTER JULIENNE, who has shown some aptitude for this discipline and may be well treated on her handicap debut.
(7) Snuggle 15/2, Latest win at Windsor in April. Creditable second of 9 in handicap at Windsor (6f, heavy, 5/1) 26 days ago. Could be on the premises again. Resurgent 4yo who has had a win and second at Windsor last twice; respected back up to 7f.
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(10) (17/2 +23%) Believe You Me
8.5
17/2(+23%)
(10) Believe You Me 17/2, Creditable second of 8 in handicap at Chepstow (8.1f, heavy, 4/1) 18 days ago. Not taken lightly. Has claims on her second at Chepstow last month but she probably needs rain to arrive.
2
1st (2) (9/4 +50%) Yantarni
2.25
9/4(+50%)
(2) Yantarni 9/4, Eleven runs since last win in 2022. Respectable fourth of 13 in handicap (15/2) at Yarmouth (8f, good) 32 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. Shortlist material. Well treated on old form and was a creditable fourth at Yarmouth latest; in the mix.
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2nd (9) (11/1 +56%) Amathus
11
11/1(+56%)
(9) Amathus 11/1, C&D winner. 33/1, below form seventh of 13 in handicap at Newbury (8f, good) 15 days ago. Given a chance by the assessor but not threatening to capitalise. Last two wins came over C&D and he's one to keep an eye on back at this track.
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3rd (1) (15/8 +25%) Musical Mystery
1.875
15/8(+25%)
(1) Musical Mystery 15/8, 9/2, career best when winning 9-runner handicap at Brighton (7f, good to soft) 4 days ago, well on top finish. Likely candidate to defy a penalty if the race doesn't come too soon. Hit personal best with clearcut win at Brighton on Tuesday; big player again under penalty.
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4th (3) (18/1 -50%) Resonance
18
18/1(-50%)
(3) Resonance 18/1, First run since leaving Marco Botti when fifth of 7 in handicap at Yarmouth (6f, good to soft, 5/1) 28 days ago. Visor on 1st time. Not ruled out. Six-race maiden who has not really progressed and was well held on recent stable debut.
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5th (6) (11/2 +50%) Granary Queen
5.5
11/2(+50%)
(6) Granary Queen 11/2, Latest win at Kempton in December. 10/1, creditable sixth of 10 in handicap at Kempton (8f) 24 days ago, unsuited by way race developed. Worthy of consideration. On dangerous mark but she needs to rediscover her spark back on turf.
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6th (5) (9/1 -13%) Revolutionise
9
9/1(-13%)
(5) Revolutionise 9/1, Bit below form sixth of 11 in handicap at Chelmsford City (7f, 9/1) 37 days ago. Has a much lower turf mark, albeit with good reason. Seven AW wins but he's 1-13 on turf and last run on grass was in 2022; down the list.
4
7th (4) (10/1 +29%) King Of Scotia
10
10/1(+29%)
(4) King Of Scotia 10/1, Eleven runs since last win in 2022. Fifth of 8 in handicap at Chelmsford City (7f, 11/1). Off 135 days. Others make more appeal. Sole win was in December 2022 and down the field in last four starts; others preferred.
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|PU| (8) (50/1 -317%) Bold Suitor
50
50/1(-317%)
(8) Bold Suitor 50/1, Last of 14 in handicap at Sha Tin (8f, soft). Off 13 months. First run for yard after leaving K. Leung Man. Blinkers on 1st time. Easy to look elsewhere. Record of 1-19 in Hong Kong and has questions to answer back in Britain on his comeback.
20:15 Lingfield Handicap (Class 5) 7f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 5 race.
MUSICAL MYSTERY took care of his nearest rival by just under two lengths in a class 4 event at Brighton on Tuesday and has a 5lb penalty to contend with. Ed Dunlop's five-year-old looks well placed to record a double, with his main threat possibly being Snuggle, who finished second in heavy conditions at Windsor last time and he has to be respected off an unchanged mark. Believe You Me is another to consider after his runner-up effort at Chepstow over a mile.
MUSICAL MYSTERY upped his game to score at Brighton last time and, in a thin race, he's capable of defying a penalty if he can take another step forward. Yantarni is a danger and another solid showing is expected from Snuggle.
Preference is for MUSICAL MYSTERY (nap) who dominated at Brighton on Tuesday and may well be able to follow up under a penalty.
(5) Giselles Izzy 8/1, Goes well at Hamilton, gaining a third success there on her penultimate start. However, not in the same form when tenth of 11 in handicap (14/1) at Carlisle (5f, soft) 2 days ago. Bounce back called for returned to this longer trip. Last-gasp 5f win at Hamilton 4 weeks ago; well held on Thursday but she's better than that.
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1st (1) (9/4 -13%) Dazy Mazy
2.25
9/4(-13%)
(1) Dazy Mazy 9/4, Opened her account at this C&D in April. Backed up that effort when second of 6 in handicap at Catterick (6f, soft, 7/4) 9 days ago, so she's a key contender in her current mood. C&D win in April was followed by a near miss at Catterick; leading contender.
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2nd (7) (7/1 +50%) Strong Power
7
7/1(+50%)
(7) Strong Power 7/1, Twenty runs since last win in 2022. Yet to fire this season, tenth of 11 in handicap (50/1) at Southwell (6.1f) 34 days ago. Lurks on a dangerous mark as he drops significantly in grade. Better on AW than turf; down in weights but not sure he's ready to capitalise.
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3rd (4) (5/1 +0%) A Pint Of Bear
5
5/1(+0%)
(4) A Pint Of Bear 5/1, Back on turf/dropped back to 6f, returned to winning ways in 9-runner handicap at Brighton (6f, good to soft, 13/2) 23 days ago. Remains with handicapping scope so he's capable of following up. Two wins (7f AW and 6f good) this year; 2lb rise for latest success is not insurmountable.
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4th (3) (9/2 +10%) Danzart
4.5
9/2(+10%)
(3) Danzart 9/2, Completed a hat-trick around this time last year and has returned to form on his last 2 starts, second of 8 in handicap (6/1) at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 19 days ago, despite having been hampered halfway. Enters calculations. Runner-up the last twice and there's no obvious reason why he wouldn't go well again.
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5th (10) (40/1 -100%) Parr Fire
40
40/1(-100%)
(10) Parr Fire 40/1, Sole victory came here back on her debut. Below form on first run since leaving Nigel Tinkler when ninth of 12 in handicap at Newcastle (8f, 40/1) in October. Has since left Patrick Neville ahead of her return. Course winner; losing run stands at 17 and probably wants good or faster; stable debut.
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6th (2) (33/1 -83%) Athollblair Boy
33
33/1(-83%)
(2) Athollblair Boy 33/1, C&D winner who recorded back-to-back victories at Newcastle earlier this year. After 10 weeks off, below form eighth of 9 in handicap (28/1) at Beverley (5f, good to firm) 18 days ago. The drop back in grade could help, though. Veteran with two course wins to his name; solid chance provided ground is good or quicker.
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7th (8) (5/1 +44%) Rwenearlytheredad
5
5/1(+44%)
(8) Rwenearlytheredad 5/1, C&D winner. Hasn't made much impact so far this year, ninth of 13 in handicap at Leicester (6f, good, 13/2) 3 weeks ago. However, he's now back down to his last winning mark, so he's not discounted. Yet to get going this season but he's a C&D winner who's back to a good mark; could revive.
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8th (6) (10/1 +0%) She's The Danger
10
10/1(+0%)
(6) She's The Danger 10/1, Course winner who made it 2 wins from 3 starts when successful at Southwell (5f) in January. Respectable fifth of 9 in handicap (6/1) at the same course (7.1f) 79 days ago, racing freely. Capable if on a going day. Her turf win came here (7f); won twice at Southwell this winter; no shock to see a big run.
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9th (9) (16/1 -14%) Holbache
16
16/1(-14%)
(9) Holbache 16/1, In first-time cheekpieces, again ran well below form when eleventh of 12 in handicap at Catterick (6f, good, 14/1) 19 days ago. Not long with his current yard but others make more appeal at present. Has not fired in his two runs for new yard; drops in class but others look safer.
20:20 Doncaster Handicap (Class 6) 6f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 6 race.
Plenty of in-form rivals line up in this contest, but, after racking up successive seconds of late, DANZART can go one better. Stella Barclay's charge has been raised just 1lb for a three quarters of a length defeat over 6f at Wolverhampton which could prove lenient. Dazy Mazy is likely to enter calculations after just being touched off over 6f at Catterick last time, while A Pint Of Bear should not be discounted following his recent success at Brighton.
A PINT OF BEAR produced his best effort for a while when successful at Brighton last time and, from what remains a workable mark based on old form, he can make a bold bid to score again. Dazy Mazy has shown improved form on her last 2 starts and is feared most, ahead of Danzart.
C&D winner RWENEARLYTHEREDAD has slipped in the weights and he could be ready to capitalise. Danzart is feared most.
(7) Shannon Bank 5/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Creditable third of 12 in bumper at Tipperary (20f, good to soft, 13/2) 39 days ago. Solid claims in a thin race. Rrunner-up at Down Royal; no match for odds-on winner when tried over 2m4f at Tipperary.
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(4) (22/1 -38%) Light Her Up
22
22/1(-38%)
(4) Light Her Up 22/1, €8,000 3-y-o, Leading Light mare. Closely related to useful hurdler/chase winner Magnor Glory and bumper winner/fairly useful hurdler Black Bamboo, stays 3m. Unseated rider sole start in points (Feb 24). Closely related to two useful types; unseated early in a point in February.
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1st (2) (8/11 +68%) Glannagaullitehous
0.727273
8/11(+68%)
(2) Glannagaullitehous 8/11, Ol' Man River mare. Half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/chaser Mi Lighthouse and bumper winner Lighthouse Warrier. Dam unraced. Well bred and in-form yard won similar contest with a debutant lately.
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2nd (6) (22/1 -238%) Reel Orange
22
22/1(-238%)
(6) Reel Orange 22/1, Once-raced maiden. 9/2, seventh of 8 in bumper at Killarney (17f, good to soft) on NH debut 19 days ago. Better presumably expected. Only beat one home in Killarney bumper but sent off 9-2 so may well be capable of better.
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3rd (1) (16/1 +36%) Broomfield Gale
16
16/1(+36%)
(1) Broomfield Gale 16/1, Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. Unseated rider in novice hurdle at Cork (19.2f, good, 66/1) 21 days ago, might have been placed. Switches from hurdles to bumpers. Not dismissed. Well held in both bumpers; probably flattered when beaten 10l in maiden hurdle here.
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4th (5) (7/4 -17%) Ocean Brew
1.75
7/4(-17%)
(5) Ocean Brew 7/4, Once-raced maiden. Second of 9 in bumper (7/1) at Cork (16f, heavy) on NH debut 61 days ago. Should build on that and will take all the beating. Point winner was second in Cork bumper and that form has worked out reasonably well.
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5th (9) (28/1 -40%) Sea Of Doubt
28
28/1(-40%)
(9) Sea Of Doubt 28/1, Once-raced maiden. 80/1, eighth of 17 in bumper at Cork (16.3f, good) on NH debut 21 days ago. Beaten 20l when mid-division in Cork bumper; needs a good chunk of improvement.
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6th (8) (25/1 -150%) Fool's Errand
25
25/1(-150%)
(8) Fool's Errand 25/1, Valirann filly. Sister to modest hurdler Mullins Cross. Dam unraced half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser (2m winner) Bleak House. Sister to 2m/2m1f hurdle winner Mullins Cross; plenty of bumper winners in her pedigree.
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7th (3) (16/1 +20%) Lady Nightingale
16
16/1(+20%)
(3) Lady Nightingale 16/1, €3,500 3-y-o, Pillar Coral mare. Dam (h106), bumper/21f hurdle winner, half-sister to bumper winner/useful hurdler (2m/17f winner) Knight In Purple. Out of bumper/2m5f hurdle winner; fair run in first point but poor since, off six months.
The chart reads from right to left to today's race.
GLANNAGAULLITEHOUS catches the eye here on her racecourse debut. Jonathan Sweeney landed a gamble with a similar type last month when jockey Adam Ryan was also in the saddle. A half-sister to a smart bumper mare who Sweeney also trained, the five-year-old should be monitored closely in the market. Gordon Elliott's Ocean Brew probably ran into a decent prospect when runner-up on her racecourse debut at Cork recently. A winning point-to-pointer, the daughter of Westerner is likely to be ridden quite positively in order to make this a stamina test. Twice-placed Shannon Bank has plenty of experience at this stage so should be involved for trainer Seamus Fahey.
OCEAN BREW made a positive start at Cork a couple of months ago and there's scope for improvement, so she's an obvious one to side with. Shannon Bank is the danger on form and Reel Orange might step up on her debut.
From a yard in form and with an appealing pedigree, GLANNAGAULLITEHOUS is chosen to make a winning debut
(6) Isholo Du Vivien 13/2, Point winner who showed promise on 3 of his 4 starts over hurdles and showed aptitude for this job when fourth of 5 in handicap chase at Warwick (16.2f) 26 days ago, that despite losing his place at a vital stage. Promises to do better with that under his belt. Fourth of five on chase debut but in a warm little race and drops back in grade today.
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2nd (7) (13/2 +59%) Henry Box Brown
6.5
13/2(+59%)
(7) Henry Box Brown 13/2, Opened his account over hurdles in December 2022 but hasn't replicated that level of form since, in the process of running poorly back over fences after 6 months off when falling heavily at Ffos Las 25 days ago. Percentage call is to look elsewhere. His form went the wrong way over hurdles and he's struggled on his two chase starts.
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3rd (3) (11/1 -175%) Langton Wold
11
11/1(-175%)
(3) Langton Wold 11/1, Fair Flat winner who didn't need to improve much to open his account over hurdles at the third attempt in maiden at Sedgefield (16.8f) on Boxing Day. Only fourth on handicap debut at Musselburgh next time. Had a recent spin on the Flat so shouldn't be lacking for fitness on chase bow. Won maiden hurdle at Sedgefield last December and could be involved if taking to fences.
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4th (5) (16/1 -129%) Nevendon
16
16/1(-129%)
(5) Nevendon 16/1, A fair 2m hurdle winner who arrives in the back of a good second at Bath on the Flat. Not taken lightly switched to fences for the first time. Poor strike-rate but sole win came over hurdles here; might not be far away on chase debut.
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|F| (1) (5/1 +0%) Jeudidee
5
5/1(+0%)
(1) Jeudidee 5/1, Bumper/hurdles winner who wasn't seen to best effect at Warwick on return last month. Worth a second look on chase bow. Bumper and two-time novice hurdle winner who could improve for the switch to chasing.
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|U| (2) (Evens +56%) Forget The Way
0
Evens(+56%)
(2) Forget The Way Evens, Won a 2m Worcester handicap for Alan King last summer. Back on track when third at Huntingdon on debut for this stable and may find more back over fences and in a first-time tongue strap. Has shown promise over fences and he was a good third over hurdles on stable debut.
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|PU| (4) (18/1 -13%) Call Me Rocky
18
18/1(-13%)
(4) Call Me Rocky 18/1, Pair of wins for Milton Harris last summer but well held both starts for this yard and not an obvious chasing type. Struggled on final two hurdle runs last year and a revival is required on chase debut.
20:30 Stratford Handicap Chase (Class 4)
17f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 4 race.
FORGET THE WAY made a pleasing start to life with this stable when finishing a creditable third over hurdles at Huntingdon. Fitted with a first-time tongue tie now back over the larger obstacles, it would be no surprise if he was up to the task for the in-form James Owen team. Langton Wold is a fascinating contender on his first start over fences and having shown useful form over hurdles, he is entitled to the utmost respect. Nevendon completes the shortlist running off the same mark as when runner-up over timber at Fakenham recently.
FORGET THE WAY made a positive start for this yard when third back over hurdles at Huntingdon on return and can build on his promising chase bow at the second attempt. He's preferred to Isholo du Vivien, who showed an aptitude for chasing when fourth at Warwick last month. Jeudidee makes most appeal of the chase debutants.
This could go to FORGET THE WAY, who was a good third over hurdles on his stable debut and showed promise over fences last November.
(1) Tremblant 10/1, 9/2, seventh of 10 in handicap at Newmarket (6f, good) 14 days ago. Better than the result last time and drops in grade with blinkers applied. Yarmouth run in April was promising but not so good at Newmarket since; new headgear today.
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1st (2) (6/1 +50%) Regal Envoy
6
6/1(+50%)
(2) Regal Envoy 6/1, 14/1, seventh of 11 in handicap at Thirsk (5f, good to firm) 14 days ago. Not firing at present but mark is sliding. Well drawn to attack and drops in class with good apprentice booked; best turf form at 5f.
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2nd (4) (13/2 +19%) Nogo's Dream
6.5
13/2(+19%)
(4) Nogo's Dream 13/2, Twelve runs since last win in 2023. Fourth of 7 in handicap (4/1) at this course (5f, good to firm) 16 days ago, unsuited by drop in trip. Return to this trip will suit and cheekpieces should help. Yet to win a handicap but on a dangerous mark and 5f run here on return was promising.
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3rd (5) (8/1 -23%) Sir Oliver
8
8/1(-23%)
(5) Sir Oliver 8/1, 4/1, creditable third of 8 in handicap at Chelmsford City (6f) 30 days ago. Well treated if he can build on latest effort, so one to consider. Nearly 3 years since last 6f win; better on AW but that is reflected in his mark; bad draw.
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4th (6) (13/8 +28%) Beau Jardine
1.625
13/8(+28%)
(6) Beau Jardine 13/8, Improved on recent efforts to win 7-runner handicap (11/10) at Salisbury (6f, heavy) 16 days ago, readily. Shortlist material. Easy win at Salisbury 16 days ago (6f, soft); 8lb rise less of a worry than faster ground.
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5th (3) (8/1 +20%) Jungle Charm
8
8/1(+20%)
(3) Jungle Charm 8/1, 2 wins from 6 runs this year. Latest win here in April. Third of 5 in handicap at Lingfield (6f, AW, 5/2) 30 days ago. Holding form without shaping as if she's ahead of her mark. Two AW wins from first four starts; progress has stalled & others look safer back on turf.
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6th (7) (16/1 +60%) Prince Of Bel Lir
16
16/1(+60%)
(7) Prince Of Bel Lir 16/1, 22/1, last of 7 in handicap at Yarmouth (6f, good to soft) 28 days ago. Others more persuasive. Good chance on last year's best but he hasn't found his form in two runs in 2024.
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7th (10) (18/1 +28%) Lahina Bay
18
18/1(+28%)
(10) Lahina Bay 18/1, Fourth of 5 in handicap (13/2) at Lingfield (6f, AW). Off 6 months. Likely to strip fitter for the run. Three wins last year and fast ground suits her well; respected despite seven-month absence.
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8th (9) (12/1 +0%) The Defiant
12
12/1(+0%)
(9) The Defiant 12/1, Below form sixth of 11 in handicap at Windsor (5.1f, good to firm, 20/1) 12 days ago, worst of draw. Becoming well handicapped and has excuses the last twice, so not without hope. Nine wins over 5f but this trip likely to stretch him.
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9th (8) (10/1 -100%) El Hibri
10
10/1(-100%)
(8) El Hibri 10/1, 3 wins from 9 runs this year. 5/1, career best when winning 8-runner handicap at Chelmsford City (6f) 9 days ago, well on top finish. Should go well again. Comfortable AW win latest despite hanging both ways; 0-13 on turf but still a key player.
20:45 Lingfield Handicap (Class 5) 6f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 5 race.
BEAU JARDINE justified favouritism in decisive fashion at Salisbury last month and he now has a 8lb higher mark to contend with. Considering the manner of his victory that day, he could be up to the task. The main danger might be El Hibri, who was victorious at Chelmsford recently and is capable of being in the mix, while Nogo's Dream is another to note in first-time cheekpieces.
TREMBLANT wasn't seen to best effect when seventh at Newmarket last time and, down in grade with blinkers on for the first time, he's worth a chance to defy a falling mark at the possible expense of Beau Jardine, who scored readily at Salisbury recently. El Hibri is also going the right way.
El Hibri should be in the thick of it but returning to 6f looks sure to suit NOGO'S DREAM and he can gain his first handicap win.
(8) No More No 5/1, Left previous form well behind when making a winning handicap debut in a first-time visor over C&D last time and that may not be his limit. Up in trip with a visor on when winning from 12lb out of the weights here last time.
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(11) (10/1 +0%) Methusalar
10
10/1(+0%)
(11) Methusalar 10/1, Winner at Bangor for Alan King back in 2022 but struggled for present connections over both sets of obstacles in recent months. Becoming well treated. Somebody fancied him at Cartmel on Wednesday to go off favourite but was beaten 15l.
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1st (3) (11/8 +69%) Supreme Yeats
1.375
11/8(+69%)
(3) Supreme Yeats 11/8, Has slipped in the weights and shaped with mild encouragement when fifth in a handicap at Wetherby 4 months ago. Potentially well handicapped now and interesting runner on debut for powerful new yard (formerly with L. J. Morgan). Best run for a good while last time and since transferred to Dan Skelton.
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2nd (5) (9/2 +44%) Express Surprise
4.5
9/2(+44%)
(5) Express Surprise 9/2, Lightly-raced maiden who posted a respectable seventh of 13 in handicap hurdle (9/2) at Chepstow (19.4f, good to soft) 49 days ago. Tongue strap on 1st time. Shortlisted. Lightly raced and could be an improver now raised in trip and now tongue tied.
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3rd (4) (16/1 +52%) Floating Rock
16
16/1(+52%)
(4) Floating Rock 16/1, Regular winner over the years but yet to fire for current yard. Insufficient promise in two runs following an absence to make the shortlist here.
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4th (1) (17/2 -70%) Lost In The Mist
8.5
17/2(-70%)
(1) Lost In The Mist 17/2, 9/2, creditable third of 10 in handicap hurdle at Newton Abbot (18.5f, good to firm) 12 days ago. Still lightly raced in this sphere and may do better still. Longer trip is worth a go but he looks vulnerable to something better handicapped.
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5th (6) (20/1 -100%) Malina Ocarina
20
20/1(-100%)
(6) Malina Ocarina 20/1, Landed a gamble over hurdles at Southwell (20.4f) a year ago but mixed bag since, pulled up on debut over fences here recently. Return to this sphere should help. Three-time hurdle winner; shaped well at Southwell before flopping on chase debut.
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6th (12) (28/1 -40%) Just Call Me Al
28
28/1(-40%)
(12) Just Call Me Al 28/1, Veteran who won 3 times in 2021/22 season. Drawn blank since and was pulled up at Hexham 11 days ago. Plenty to prove. An 11yo who has fallen back into modest mode since his second at Musselburgh in December.
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7th (7) (5/1 +29%) My Girl Katie
5
5/1(+29%)
(7) My Girl Katie 5/1, Remains winless but arrives in reasonable form, fifth at Market Rasen 9 days ago, pressing on a bit sooner than ideal. One to keep in mind. 0-16 under rules but not a million miles away in her last two handicaps.
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8th (9) (12/1 -33%) Hollow Ron
12
12/1(-33%)
(9) Hollow Ron 12/1, Justified market support in 6-runner handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter (23f) a year ago. Proved a disappointment subsequently and returns to smaller obstacles back from 7 months off. Worth monitoring in the betting. Tailed off the last twice but well handicapped if a wind operation helps matters.
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9th (10) (25/1 -25%) Karakoram
25
25/1(-25%)
(10) Karakoram 25/1, Fourteen runs since his last win in 2023 and wasn't at his best when only sixth at Southwell 10 days ago. Others are more persuasive. Well handicapped but has had a lot of racing and become a law unto himself.
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10th (2) (28/1 -133%) Bobalot
28
28/1(-133%)
(2) Bobalot 28/1, Resumed winning ways back hurdling in 2¾m course handicap in January. Little to shout about since but is edging back down the weights as a result. On last winning mark (Jan) but out of form since and needs the ground to soften.
21:00 Stratford Handicap Hurdle (Class 5)
22f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 5 race.
NO MORE NO was sporting a visor for the first time (retained) when scoring comfortably over C&D on his handicap debut and he can defy a 5lb rise to bring up the double. Lost In The Mist finished a creditable third on his handicap bow over an extended 2m2f at Newton Abbot and, stepping up in trip now eased 1lb, a bold bid to go two places better is expected. A return to form for Hollow Ron shouldn't be discounted now making his first start since wind surgery.
SUPREME YEATS is chucked in on his best form and is worth a chance to make a successful start for a top yard after a break. Recent C&D winner No More No is a definite player if the visor has a positive effect again, while Lost In The Mist can't be ruled out on the back of a solid showing at Newton Abbot.
A few are open to a return to form but EXPRESS SURPRISE (nap) looks very interesting now raised in trip for just his second handicap.
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