13:35 Chester Stakes (Class 2) 6f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

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JE NE SAIS QUOI was able to build on a promising debut effort, where she chased home a pair of subsequent winners, when landing the spoils at Thirsk 12 days ago. The Dandy Man filly can take another step forward for her in-form yard, while Master Franca, who finished fourth in a warm York maiden last month, appeals as the most likely danger. A winner at Leicester on his debut, Bits And Bobs must also enter the reckoning.

William Haggas' JE NE SAIS QUOI holds the edge on the form of her recent Thirsk success and with more improvement on the cards she looks the way to go. Newbury-third There's No Limit could emerge as the chief threat ahead of Leicester-scorer Bits And Bobs.

Thirsk scorer JE NE SAIS QUOI looks poised to progress further. The other winner, Bits And Bobs, is second choice.

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13:40 Sandown Handicap (Class 3) 9f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

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CONNEMARA COAST was forced into taking a more scenic route than was ideal when he was hampered just before the final furlong at Newmarket last month and, assuming he can avoid any such occurrences today, this unexposed three-year-old is presented with a solid chance off a 1lb lower mark. The class-dropping Loyal Touch heads the list of dangers, although Goodwood winner, Sudden Ambush, and the lightly-raced Intricacy are others with more to offer.

CONNEMARA COAST suffered a poor run when an unlucky fourth at Newmarket last time and can gain compensation off a good-looking mark here. The Parent is also weighted to have a say though and should ensure Richard Hughes' gelding doesn't have things all his own way. Sudden Ambush and Loyal Touch complete the shortlist.

The vote goes to THE PARENT who ran well to finish third on his recent Doncaster return and should be suited by this extra furlong.

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13:45 Downpatrick Maiden Hurdle 19f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

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This looks quite open, with ANGELSWORKNOVRTIME the suggestion. Without a win in 12 starts, she does have solid bits of form to her name. On what was her first outing since October, she ran a fine race to finish third of 18 behind My Gaffer at Limerick recently, and it'll come as no surprise if she manages to go a few places better now. Howaya C D And E is given second preference. She won the bumper on his very card 12-months ago and has been placed four-times over flights since. Returning from a break now, it'll be interesting to see how the eight-year-old fares. Point-to-point winner Mel Monroe also returns from time off and is sure to prove popular with punters, despite the fact she has failed to justify favouritism on her two starts since joining Gordon Elliott. Winning Mischief is another leading contender after finishing third at Listowel recently, while the three newcomers in the line-up also warrant respect.

WINNING MISCHIEF is steadily going the right way and, with the step up in trip sure to suit, she's put forward as the answer. Angelsworknovrtime has to enter the reckoning having returned with a career best at Limerick, while Mel Monroe ought to prove capable of better.

Having put up her best hurdles effort at Limerick on reappearance, ANGELSWORKNOVRTIME(nap) can improve enough to take this.

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13:50 Hexham Maiden Hurdle (Class 3) 16f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

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CARRAREA arrives on the hunt for a hat-trick and the Mark Walford-trained six-year-old can achieve that feat after a comfortable success at Market Rasen last time out. Dylan Johnston takes off 7lb in the saddle and he can take another step forward in this contest. Killeemore Lad shed the maiden tag at Kilbeggan last time out demands plenty of consideration over this side of the Irish Sea. Beaumesnil has shown glimpses of promise and completes the shortlist.

This is likely to boil down to a straight fight between KILLEEMORE LAD and Carrarea. The latter is greatly respected in his bid to complete the hat-trick but preference is for the Irish raider, who made it third time lucky over hurdles at Kilbeggan last month and there may well be better to come from this 5-y-o. Beaumesnil is best of the rest.

Mark Walford's CARRAREA did not need to match his best form to win twice this spring and is selected to continue his productive spell.

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13:56 Bath Handicap (Class 6) 12f - 3 Run Class & Speed Card

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GLENISTER completed a quick-fire hat-trick in the space of a week at Brighton last Friday and a further 8lb rise looks unlikely to prevent him from racking up a four-timer. On The Right Track is now only 2lb higher than his most recent triumph at Wolverhampton in March and looks the chief threat, while Chelsea Annie returns to the Flat from a spell over hurdles.

GLENISTER remains ahead of his mark despite taking an 8 lb rise in the weights on the back of his easy Brighton success and is confidently expected to go 4-4 this season. On The Right Track appeals as the one to chase home Sir Mark Prescott's upwardly-mobile sort ahead of Chelsea Annie.

On The Right Track may ensure he doesn't have things all his own way but this looks good for GLENISTER to complete his four-timer.

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14:00 York Handicap (Class 3) 12f - 15 Run Class & Speed Card

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KIHAVAH has really found his footing of late, with triumphs across both codes, and the six-year-old is fancied to record a third C&D success. Saratoga Gold made a pleasing reappearance when third at Newmarket last month and is feared most off 1lb lower. Dream Harder should appreciate this return to 1m 4f and Ian Williams' gelding looks to have more races in him off his mark too, while the in-form Bollin Margaret cannot be discounted either.

Having enjoyed a highly-productive spell on all-weather, DREAM HARDER again ran well when finishing a close-up fourth back on turf at Chester last month, likely to have finished closer still granted a little luck. He's still unexposed at this sort of trip, and this mark doesn't look beyond him on that evidence so he earns the vote. The thriving Kihavah may emerge as the chief threat, with Yorkshire Lady and Bollin Margaret others to consider. Shake A Leg also makes each-way appeal.

Having won a competitive C&D handicap at last month's Dante meeting, KIHAVAH gets the nod under Irish amateur Jody Townend.

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14:10 Chester Handicap (Class 3) 5f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

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COPPER KNIGHT might not have been at his best in recent starts, but Tim Easterby's admirable nine-year-old is now 15lb lower than when landing the corresponding event under Sean Kirrane last year. The Sir Prancealot gelding drops in grade and it would be no surprise were he to mount a serious challenge in defence of his crown. Vintage Clarets is considered following a forgivable effort in the Dash at Epsom, while Vespasian heads the remainder.

Plenty arrive with claims and it could just be worth chancing last year's winner COPPER KNIGHT. He's not been at his very best so far this campaign but the handicapper has afforded him a chance and a bold showing would come as no surprise from a handy draw. Vintage Clarets is a big danger, whilst Absolutelyflawless can't be discounted with a good pace to aim at sure to suit.

Off a handy mark and from a favourable draw, VINTAGE CLARETS gets the verdict. Second choice is last year's winner Copper Knight.

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14:15 Sandown Handicap (Class 2) 8f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

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BODORGAN may have been comfortably beaten on his return at Haydock, but he didn't shape without promise and. going on his juvenile form, this looks like an ideal opportunity for the son of El Kabeir. The booking of William Buick is another plus and he can see off the likes of recent C&D second Helm Rock, as well as Baltimore Boy, who ran well at Ascot last month. The unexposed New Dimension is another to note, along with the ever-consistent Dutch Decoy.

One of only two 3-y-os in the line-up, BODORGAN was progressive as a juvenile and produced a perfectly adequate comeback run when fifth on handicap debut at Haydock 3 weeks ago. A good-looking sort with potential for better still, he's expected to go well. Baltimore Boy and low-mileage 4-y-o New Dimension are others fancied to be in the mix, whilst Maysong could provide a spot of each-way value at longer odds.

It may be worth taking a chance with EILEAN DUBH who is yet to hit top form year but is back on his last winning mark.

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14:20 Downpatrick Handicap Hurdle 17f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

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Placed on the level in France and bought for 82,000 euros at Arqana in June of 2021, LAISHANN gets the nod. Trained by Gordon Elliott and previously owned by the Sunday Racing Club, he now carries the colours of Elliott's racing secretary and PA, Alexandra Hutter. Out for well over a year, the Footstepsinthesand gelding returned to action at Punchestown last weekend and finished a respectable sixth of 17 behind stable companion New Years Honours. Fitted with cheekpieces for the first time now and making his debut in handicap company, he should be able to make an impact in a contest of this quality. Willyouwalkwithme and Ask The Leader have both won three times at Downpatrick and the former, who is the highest rated runner in the line-up, is given second preference. Successful at Punchestown last month, Vale Of Glory is sure to have plenty of supporters as he bids to follow-up, while Craic Eile and Moonovercloon are other leading hopes.

This looks a strong race for the grade with WILLYOUWALKWITHME just about the most persuasive option as a triple C&D winner who ran a cracker on reappearance. Hide And Seek, Vale of Glory and Laishann head the opposition.

Harry Smyth's runner WILLYOUWALKWITHME gets the vote on the basis of his good record at this venue.

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14:25 Hexham Handicap Chase (Class 4) 20f - 3 Run Class & Speed Card

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SPECIAL RATE showed a determined attitude to record a second successive win over hurdles last time out at Cartmel, getting the betting of a well-fancied rival. The Philip Kirby-trained gelding has been improving with each outing and this looks like the perfect opportunity to open his account over fences. If he fails to fire, Glengeever could be there to pick up the pieces after a respectable runner-up effort on chase debut at Fontwell. Placedela Concorde has a bit to prove and will likely follow them home.

A weak event with one of the three runners almost a stone out of the handicap, SPECIAL RATE taken to complete the hat-trick switched to fences for the first time.

Glengeever set down the marker when second at Fontwell but SPECIAL RATE has potential judged on his wins in novice hurdles in May.

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14:30 Bath Handicap (Class 6) 10f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

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PRINCESS T would have likely finished closer but for encountering traffic problems at Windsor last time and compensation could await off the same mark here. Absolute Queen wasn't disgraced when fourth at Pontefract in May and a 1lb drop in the ratings should aid her cause. Yellow Lion is a potential improver now tasked with a stiffer test of stamina and also warrants consideration.

PRINCESS T looked unlucky not to go close (met trouble) when fifth at Windsor last month and can see off younger-rivals Yellow Lion, who steps up markedly in trip, and Absolute Queen.

Absolute Queen is a big player dropped in class but PRINCESS T can gain compensation for an unlucky run at Windsor last month.

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14:35 York Handicap (Class 3) 7f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

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In this competitive contest it may pay dividends to side with ADMIRAL D, who failed to fire in the Victoria Cup on his latest outing. The four-year-old hit the line with plenty of conviction to finish seventh over 6f at Newmarket on his penultimate outing and he can take a step forward on this sounder surface. Darkness has been knocking on the door over this trip and demands the utmost consideration. Eligible can mount a bold big on his hunt for successive wins.

DARKNESS looks ready to strike having been headed only in the latter stages on his last 2 outings, so he receives the vote. Fortamour was unlucky not to finish closer at Ripon last time and remains of interest, with likeable veteran Scottish Summit expected to give another good account.

The well-handicapped Admiral D is a tempting option but SNAZZY JAZZY is also on an attractive mark and is preferred.

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14:45 Chester Handicap (Class 4) 10f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

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In an open event, it might be worth taking a chance on EVOCATIVE SPARK. First-time cheekpieces have the potential to make a difference over this new trip and he's on a workable mark if they hold the key. Cockalorum arrives in search of his hat-trick and must be respected, though a wide draw is far from ideal. Others to note include Sucellus and Box To Box.

Several in with a shout but preference is for BOX TO BOX, who won twice at this course this time last year and is entitled to be sharper for his C&D return last month. The hat-trick-seeking Cockalorum could emerge as the main threat for Roger Fell & Sean Murray, with Bizarre Law and Evocative Spark also fancied to go well. Last year's winner Jean Baptiste is another with serious claims if taking his chance (declared at York on Friday).

Granted a sound surface BOX TO BOX may well prove the answer off a handy mark. Bizarre Law is second choice.

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14:50 Sandown Listed (Class 1) 5f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

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GREAT STATE made quite the impression when easily coming clear of his rivals in a Listed contest at York last month and this looks to be another winnable contest on ground that should be ideal. A determined winner on his return from a long absence at Hamilton, Tajalla can give him the most to think about, while the consistent Perdika may be seen to best effect on slower ground. Runner-up to a subsequent Group 1-winner when last in action, Yahsat is another that could have a big say.

GREAT STATE is progressing rapidly, well on top at the finish when completing a hat-trick in a similar event at York last month, and he's taken to defy a penalty. Perdika also won at this level at Chantilly 2 weeks ago and is another to consider, along with the unbeaten/unexposed Tajalla.

This can go to GREAT STATE (nap) who is improving fast and proved himself on fast ground when winning at York last time.

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14:55 Downpatrick Handicap Hurdle 21f - 15 Run Class & Speed Card

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Another competitive affair. Philip Rothwell has his horses in fine form at present and the Co Wicklow handler saddles two here, with BEECHROAD WINNIE the selection. A half-sister to four-time winner Ricky Langford, she is still a maiden after 19 career starts. On her first outing since October, she ran a fine race to finish fourth at Tramore recently and was just three lengths off the winner. Joey Dunne now takes the ride on the seven-year-old and it'll be disappointing if she is not involved towards the business end. A sister to eight-time winner Western Miller, Susie Miller is the highest rated runner in the line-up. Successful three-times 'between the flags', she was an encouraging third at Limerick last month and will be well fancied to go a few places better now. Ciankyle and Hockworthy Flyer both filled the runner-up spot last time out and they are sure to have plenty of supporters, while others for the shortlist are dual-course winner Nuttoridge and the first-time blinkered Westernerona.

CIANKYLE can boast a course win and is only 1 lb higher than when a good recent Ballinrobe second so gets the vote in an open handicap. Beechroad Winnie is weighted to go well and next on the list, with both Perfect Arch and Susie Miller in the mix too.

Now 9lb lower than when winning at this venue two seasons ago WESTERNERONA may be worth a small each-way interest

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15:00 Bath Stakes (Class 4) 5f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

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There were plenty of positives to be gleaned from UNBREAK MY HEART's debut third at Salisbury last month and any improvement for that experience could make her tough to beat. Tokyo Drift shouldn't mind the return to 5f and may emerge as the selection's main danger, ahead of Dapperling, who ran her best race to date when runner-up at this venue last Friday.

UNBREAK MY HEART produced a promising first effort in a stronger contest than this at Salisbury last month and, with improvement on the cards, should take a fair bit of beating. Dapperling is feared most.

Anyone Home is a newcomer of note but UNBREAK MY HEART can confirm the promise of her Salisbury third on debut.

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15:05 York Listed (Class 1) 14f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

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Although QUICKTHORN hasn't been as progressive this season, he boasts leading credentials based on the pick of his form. He landed the Lonsdale Cup Stakes over an extended 2m last August in emphatic style and, if allowed to dictate from the front here, he could prove difficult to peg back. Ching Shih kept on well for third over 1m 4f at Goodwood last month and could outrun a tasty price if building on that effort, while recent Group 3 winner Roberto Escobarr is another to consider.

The two that stand out on form are ISRAR and Quickthorn, with the former predicted to have too much pace for his rival at this trip/track.

The Gosden-trained ISRAR went very close in a Group 3 at Newbury on last month's reappearance and is taken to go one better here.

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15:10 Hexham Handicap Hurdle (Class 3) 20f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

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This contest can go to the in-form MULLINAREE, who attempts to record a fifth consecutive win. The Milton Harris-trained seven-year-old decisively got the better of his rivals on his latest outing at Market Rasen and he can repeat that feat off 7lb higher. Glinger Flame proved he retains plenty of ability at the age of 11 when landing the spoils here last time out, and he can mount a bold bid. Captain Zebo completes the shortlist.

MULLINAREE is a handicapper on a roll and can defy the assessor again. Captain Zebo and C&D specialist Glinger Flame head the dangers in a competitive race.

Mullinaree is on a roll but course specialist GLINGER FLAME (nap) still looks well handicapped after last month's decisive C&D win.

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15:20 Chester Handicap (Class 2) 8f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

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Narrowly denied at Haydock last week under a positive ride, VENETIAN can be expected to employ similar tactics despite a wide draw. The son of Awtaad still looks to be off a workable mark and he is narrowly preferred to the progressive Sophia's Starlight, who arrives in search of a third victory this season. The relatively unexposed Tafreej and Saxon King are others to consider.

This could be set up for TAFREEJ, who's got a positive profile and remains the type to win handicaps off his current mark. Man of Eden has been shaping well in defeat of late and rates a big threat if getting the splits, while Royal Dubai could be smart.

Preference is for TAFREEJ, who should be suited by the slight step up in trip. Sophia's Starlight is second choice.

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15:25 Sandown Handicap (Class 3) 7f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

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The booking of William Buick on the unexposed OWL ISLAND makes a lot of appeal and he boasts leading credentials on his handicap debut. The way in which he defied a penalty to score over this trip at Wolverhampton last month left plenty of encouragement that there would be more to come from the gelded son of Dark Angel. The grade-dropping He's A Monster can bounce back on his return to handicapping and he gets the danger vote from Harry Magnus, who remains 4lb above his last winning mark.

This can go the way of HARRY MAGNUS, who had his hat-trick bid scuppered by a tardy start at Doncaster 4 weeks ago but, with Ryan Moore on board for the first time, he's fancied to regain the winning thread. Owl Island has made the perfect start to his career, and with even more to offer now handicapping, he's put forward as the main danger. Bussento and New Definition can fight out third spot.

The choice is CLASSIC who did well to finish as close as he did when sixth at Goodwood last time having completely blown the home turn.

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15:30 Downpatrick Handicap Chase 19f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

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DIAMONDINTHEMUD could represent a shade of value. She is comfortably the highest-rated horse in the field and this is a drop in class from a fair fifth in a valuable handicap chase at Kilbeggan, where she attracted support. She clearly enjoys this track as her form figures over hurdles here are '231'. Aidan Kelly takes 7lb off her back. Bal Kauto is in a rich vein of form and there may be another win in him. He began his winning run over a similar trip in a handicap hurdle at Limerick last month and followed up over further in a handicap chase at Clonmel last week. Tick Along won a handicap hurdle over an extended 2m5f at this track on her penultimate start. She is not on a bad mark over fences. Philip Rothwell has had four winners in the last three weeks, at the time of writing, and saddles Lesssaidthebetter who has a chance.

BAL KAUTO has been much improved since joining Declan Queally and can defy the handicapper again and complete a quick hat-trick. Last month's course hurdle winner Tick Along can fill the forecast spot ahead of Diamondinthemud.

There should be plenty more to come from BEL KAUTO who stands out here on recent form and can defy a 10lb rise for a smooth Clonmel win

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15:35 Bath Stakes (Class 5) 5f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

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In this fascinating contest marginal preference goes to ROGUE DE VEGA, who shed the maiden tag at Chelmsford last time out. The Tom Clover-trained gelding is a full-brother to the useful sprinter Mondammej, and gets the nod to continue his ascendancy under a penalty. The other penalised runner in the field, Crow's Nest, looks the most immediate danger after landing the spoils at Hamilton earlier this month. Never This Way is another to consider.

CROW'S NEST appeals as a typical George Boughey improver and is fancied to build on his Hamilton victory and successfully concede weight all round. Chelmsford City winner Rogue de Vega also has better days ahead of him and rates a big threat though, with Never This Way appealing as the pick of the remainder for minor honours.

Rogue De Vega is preferred to Crow's Nest of the penalised winners but NEVER THIS WAY may progress past them both.

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15:40 York Handicap (Class 2) 6f - 21 Run Class & Speed Card

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QUINAULT has struck on his last four starts which has put him 26lb higher than at the start of that winning streak. The latest of those victories came at Newmarket, where he had Washington Heights (second) and Eminency (third) behind him and he looks to have lots in his favour to uphold that form. Catch The Paddy is one to note after his runner-up effort over 7f at this track last time and he would be foolish to dismiss.

QUINAULT has been a fast improver in handicaps and might be able to extend his winning spree to 5 but there are lots of possible threats in a typically strong renewal of this heritage handicap. Pure Angel will be suited by the return to 6f and heads the dangers along with Washington Heights, who chased home the selection at Newmarket last time and is one of 3 solid candidates for Kevin Ryan. Spirit of Applause, whose yard knows what it takes to win this, and Dark Kestrel complete the shortlist.

Today's topweight MILL STREAM (nap) earns the vote on account of his performance in the Group 3 Acomb Stakes here last August.

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15:45 Hexham Handicap Chase (Class 5) 16f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

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Konik King was not disgraced when finishing in third on his return to action last month and the gelded son of Jet Away is taken to improve on that dropping in class, but BUDARRI shades the vote. Only denied by half a length over 2m4f at this track most recently, a 2lb raised mark may not be enough to prevent a bold bid. Kicksaftersix completes the shortlist.

KONIK KING stepped up markedly when third on chasing debut over C&D last time and he looks well treated based on what he did in bumpers, so he's preferred to Budarri, who ran well over 20.1f here last time. Kicksftersix is also considered.

Last season's wins were gained over longer trips but ONENIGHTINTOWN returned from a break with a good effort over C&D last month.

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15:55 Chester Handicap (Class 4) 16f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

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CAPONE has done well since joining new connections and his most recent effort over C&D, when third, gave every indication that he may be a winner in waiting. The first two from that contest have won since and the eight-year-old can follow suit, with easy Ayr scorer Grand Canal looking best placed to chase him home. Returning to the level after some uninspiring runs over hurdles, Malakahna cannot be ruled out either.

Not a particularly deep contest, with CAPONE fancied to build upon his fine C&D third and score for the first time since 2020. Percy Jones still looks on a fair mark and ran well at Salisbury last time, whilst Grand Canal is another serious player if able to replicate his Ayr form here.

He's back up the weights and has never raced at Chester but GRAND CANAL gets the vote after bounding clear over 1m7f at Ayr 12 days ago

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16:00 Sandown Maiden (Class 2) 10f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

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Having chased home Passenger on his Newmarket debut, Kathab was unable to fire when finishing third to an impressive winner at York next time out. The step up in trip should suit this son of Kingman, though, and he features prominently in calculations, although the vote goes to CRACKSKING. James Fanshawe's charge caught the eye when finishing third over 1m at Kempton in April, where he finished on the coattails of two promising types, and the Frankel colt looks set to step forward upped in trip ahead of his turf debut. Others to note include The Goat and A Dublin Lad.

A valuable maiden with the vote going to KATHAB, whose York form is proving strong and he should be suited by the longer trip given how he shapes. A Dublin Lad shaped with plenty of promise on his Newmarket debut back in October and is open to a good deal of improvement now stepping up in trip, while Middle Earth is a noteworthy newcomer from the same stable.

The vote goes to KATHAB who has run well in both outings and was surrounded by subsequent winners when third at York last time.

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16:05 Downpatrick Maiden Chase 24f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

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SOME DOVE might be a different proposition on her second start over fences. She was backed to deliver in Limerick, but came in sixth. That was her first run for more than eight months, though. She won over hurdles in Tramore last summer and that is a similar undulating track to this one. Run For Pat has his first crack at fences having won twice in staying races over the smaller obstacles. Gordon Elliott does particularly well at this track and jockey Danny Gilligan has been in electric form for the trainer. Priory Park has questions to answer after finishing out the back in Kilbeggan. Prior to that, he had posted runner-up finishes in Fairyhouse and Tramore. A reproduction of those efforts would have him right on the premises. Construct is having his first start over fences at the age of eight. He has won on the Flat and over hurdles and shouldn't be underestimated.

A trappy beginners' chase with the narrow vote in favour of RUN FOR PAT. He was a fairly useful performer at his best over hurdles, and there appears no reason why he won't prove equally as effective over fences, so he shades the vote for his powerful stable. Sphagnum and Some Dove may emerge as the chief threats, whilst the market may prove useful in assessing Construct on his chasing bow.

Two runs over hurdles last month should mean that RUN FOR PAT will be fit and reeady for his chase debut in a race of modest standard

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16:10 Bath Handicap (Class 6) 8f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

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GONE arrives here on the hunt for a hat-trick and the Charlie Johnston-trained filly gets the nod to achieve that feat. The daughter of Gustav Klimt battled on gamely to justify favouritism at Lingfield last time out and she can take another step forward off 2lb higher. Apex hit the line with plenty of conviction over 7f 11 days ago at Leicester and is a big player, while Oriental Dancer complete the shortlist.

GONE showed a good attitude when bagging his third win of 2023 at Lingfield a fortnight ago and can defy a 2 lb rise in the weights at the chief expense of the lesser exposed Passing Time, who can build on his latest Chepstow second. In-form maiden Oriental Dancer is another who can have a say in her bid for a breakthrough success.

Lunario and Gone are respected but ORIENTAL DANCER has shown winning potential and this may be her day.

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16:15 York Maiden (Class 3) 6f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

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We Never Stop posted a good third over course and distance on his debut last month, but preference is for TWILIGHT ROMANCE. John Quinn's colt filled the same position at Haydock 23 days ago, in a race which has since seen the second go on to win. Silent Move cost the princely sum of 200,000gns as a yearling and makes plenty of appeal, while Indicate should not be underestimated either.

TWILIGHT ROMANCE split a couple of next-time-out improvers when an excellent third starting out at Haydock 3 weeks ago and, sure to improve, he's up to winning a maiden. We Never Stop also shaped well starting out over C&D and is a big player, while Silent Move and Indicate are newcomers for excellent yards.

With C&D experience under his belt, WE NEVER STOP gets the vote ahead of Twilight Romance, with Land Lover also respected.

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16:20 Hexham Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 23f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

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A 4lb rise for a two-and-three-quarter-length success over an extended 2m6f at Kelso last month seems fair for HOGANVILLE. George Bewley's inmate scored over C&D last September and he rates the one to beat. Nikgarde sports first-time cheekpieces and is taken to build on a decent third over a similar trip at Newcastle most recently, while the class-dropping Hasty Parisian is another to consider.

HOGANVILLE can boast an excellent strike rate for these connections and a 4 lb rise for last month's Kelso win may well be within range. Hasty Parisian is pretty reliable at this level and is a threat, along with Nikgarde.

This is a drop in grade for consistent 5yo HASTY PARISIAN, who might have untapped potential over staying trips.

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16:30 Chester Handicap (Class 4) 6f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

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Three-time C&D winner ROMAN DRAGON is drawn well and has a live chance of adding to his tally of successes on the Roodee. He runs off 4lb lower than his last winning mark and dropping back to this trip is perfect for him after a couple of recent 7f spins. Ballyare runs off 3lb lower than when he won this race last year, but the selection might have more to fear from the in-form Ventura Express judging by the draw.

ROMAN DRAGON left the impression that he would be close to concert pitch next time when fifth at Haydock 3 weeks ago, and this multiple C&D winner is taken to add to his tally here back at 6f and from a favourable draw. The selection may have most to fear from Ventura Express, who arrives here at the top of his game. Cuban Breeze and Hello Zabeel are others to consider, while Faro de San Juan is also worth a second look having edged down to an attractive mark.

There are major positives for ROMAN DRAGON (nap), who is first choice ahead of Cuban Breeze.

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16:35 Sandown Handicap (Class 4) 8f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

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LUDMILLA is related to a couple of winners over slightly further and, having shown some promise with a near-miss in third on her handicap debut over 7f at Newbury 10 days ago, she appeals strongly. Inanna is feared now she is tried in a hood, but Beverley maiden winner Rowayeh is fancied to pose more of a threat to the selection.

ROWAYEH is a good looker who has improved with each start to date, so she's worth backing to supplement her Beverley win a month ago. Sonemos has a similarly positive profile and is feared most, while Ludmilla can't be ignored.

The vote goes to SONEMOS despite being 6lb higher than when running her rivals into the ground at Leicester last time.

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16:40 Downpatrick Handicap Chase 24f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

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ARDHILL has a massive absence to overcome, but horses from Gordon Elliott's stable are usually fit for action. He was last seen cruising home by seven and a half lengths in a novices' handicap hurdle at Ascot back in December 2021. An absolute plethora of subsequent winners came out of that race. If he does need this comeback run, Iridescent could be the one to profit. He is in fine fettle after winning a staying handicap hurdle in Ballinrobe by five lengths. Fr Gilligansvoyge was very effective in a hunters' chase at Punchestown. Perhaps a return to this venue will spark Lighthouse Rose back to form. Tech Talk is another to weigh up.

IRIDESCENT arrives on the back of a career-best win over hurdles under this rider so is taken to make a winning start fences in a weak event. Fr Gilligansvoyge caused a surprise when finally off the mark at Punchestown but the form is backed up by the timefigure so he must be respected, while the market should reveal what is expected of Ardhill, who's not been seen since winning over hurdles at Ascot 18 months ago.

All of these have questions of some sort to answer, so it might pay to take a chance on TECH TALK who can improve up in trip.

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16:45 Bath Handicap (Class 6) 8f - 4 Run Class & Speed Card

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MY AMBITION made all in this grade over course and distance last time and is now off a 5lb higher mark. The son of Galileo Gold could have way too much for his rivals here, if he can reproduce anything like that effort. The main threat might be Cape Cornwall Rose, who tries first-time blinkers and they could eke out the improvement needed to have a say, while last-time-out winner Blue Hero is also considered.

Dropping back to 1m should suit CAPE CORNWALL ROSE, who has arguably produced her best efforts in 1¼m handicaps at Brighton the last twice and, if the addition of blinkers help eke out a little more, she could be the answer. My Ambition improved when scoring here last time and he is feared most ahead of fellow recent C&D winner Blue Hero.

A small field but a few that like to get on with it and it could set up well for the hat-trick-seeking BLUE HERO (nap).

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16:50 York Handicap (Class 4) 9f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

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WHAT'S THE STORY has posted two solid efforts back on turf since he returned from a short break and, having shown tenacity to win at Carlisle 26 days ago, a 2lb higher mark might not be enough to prevent another bold bid. Pisanello beat the selection by half a length at Hamilton on his penultimate start but is 2lb worse off at the weights, and this slightly longer trip hands an advantage to the selection. Tropez Power is also considered.

TROPEZ POWER is lower in the weights on turf and impressed with how smoothly he went through the race when second at Doncaster last time, so he gets the marginal vote over last-time-out winner What's The Story, who remains with handicapping scope based on past exploits. Pisanello is also worth considering.

Jewel Maker looks ready to win soon but slight preference is for TROPEZ POWER, who travelled well for a long way last time.

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16:55 Hexham Handicap Chase (Class 5) 24f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

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Hapy La Vie finished a respectable second on his chasing debut over 2m4f here last month and James Ewart's gelding can go very close if seeing out this stiffer test. Preference, however, is for dual C&D winner DOLLY DANCER, who is now 9lb lower than her last winning mark. Ho Que Oui returned to form when runner-up at Huntingdon latest and completes the shortlist.

Ex-pointer HAPY LA VIE benefited from a switch to chasing when second here last time and, with the longer trip likely to suit, he's a confident choice to open his account. Croagh Patrick is in good order and looks a danger, while Dolly Dancer can't be ruled out.

He spoiled his chance by refusing to settle last time but CROAGH PATRICK is the one to beat if judged on his two previous efforts.

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17:00 Chester Handicap (Class 5) 12f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

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Tudor is consistent and warrants serious thought in this company, while The Thunderer is likely to enter calculations, despite being burdened with another 2lb after a solid effort when second at Goodwood eight days ago. However, HAARAR has the scope to improve with a visor retained and, given he was unlucky to be short of room at crucial stage at Ripon last time, he could have plenty more to give off a competitive rating. Tio Mio completes the shortlist.

HAARAR gives the strong impression he has a bigger performance in him granted a truly-run race, and with his yard among the winners, he's just about the most appealing option. Restorer has plenty of form at this venue to his name and is dangerous given the mark he's dropped to, with Tudor another to note.

The Thunderer, Tudor and BOOKMARK were all runner-up last time and Bookmark may go one better today.

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17:05 Sandown Handicap (Class 4) 14f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

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Udaberri is one to monitor closely in the betting given that connections opt to try a hood and cheekpieces combination for the first time, while Alpine Stroll is highly respected after bouncing back to form when runner-up at Nottingham. However, GRANDMASTER FLASH is competitively weighted with that rival based on their encounter at Goodwood late last month and, having been nudged down 2lb, he appears to be a more sporting option this time around.

ALPINE STROLL gets the nod to build on his back-to-form second at Nottingham last week. Recent Kempton scorer Wholeofthemoon can give him most to do ahead of Udaberri.

Unexposed ALNILAM gets the vote ahead of Wholeofthemoon, Arabescato and Alpine Stroll.

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17:10 Downpatrick NH Flat Race 19f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

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ABI'S CHAMP sets the standard with a close second on debut at Punchestown on New Year's Eve. She stayed on well without getting to grips with the winner, but was a whopping 15 lengths clear of the third home. Arabian Diamond is progressing with each run and got to within half a length of the winner, and odds-on favourite, in Kilbeggan. Mount Gallion made a pleasing track debut when third at this venue last month. He attracted support that day and could bank more prize money. Fathom Two has switched to Gavin Cromwell and is worth checking for market strength. The bumper that New Sheriff finished third in at Tramore over a year ago has been well franked. He does have to overcome that layoff, though.

ABI'S CHAMP made a promising start when runner-up at Punchestown 5 months ago and, with improvement on the cards, she's expected to go one better at the likely expense of Arabian Diamond, who filled the same position at Kilbeggan recently. The others need to up their game if they're to feature.

With experience and race fitness on his side, ARABIAN DIAMIOND may cope with Abi's Champ in an Elliott/Mullins duel

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17:15 Bath Handicap (Class 5) 17f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

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CHERRY COLA (third) was just a head behind Russian Rumour (second) last time at Lingfield, but she now has the services of Frederick Larson, which could reverse that order. The daughter of Sixties Icon has been in consistent form this year and can go in again. Appreciate has been running well over hurdles of late and looks an interesting contender on his return to the Flat for the Milton Harris yard.

Preference is for MASTERDREAM, who shaped pretty well on his seasonal reappearance here in April and shaped better than the bare result over hurdles at Worcester since. Russian Rumour has found just one too good on both starts so far this season and she looks set for another leading role, while Appreciate could also be a factor if his recent hurdles form translates back to this sphere. Cherry Cola is likely to be on the premises, too.

Testing Faith and Cherry Cola are considered but RUSSIAN RUMOUR can gain compensation for her recent seconds.

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17:25 York Handicap (Class 4) 6f - 15 Run Class & Speed Card

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A really competitive renewal which could go the way of ROYAL PARADE, who bounced right back to his best when bolting up at Goodwood last time and, despite carrying a 5lb penalty, he remains well handicapped on his old form. Previous C&D winners Abate, Good Earth and Soldier's Minute all have sound claims under perfect conditions, while Rich Waters and Great News could take a hand if getting back to near their best, especially the former who hasn't been with Grant Tuer long.

Plenty are in with a shout but GOOD EARTH escapes a penalty for his recent Beverley success and can bag a second C&D win. The Green Man is feared most on the back of his Doncaster victory, although several others can have a say too with Muscika, Many A Star and Soldier's Minute completing the shortlist.

It's tough to ignore the claims of GOOD EARTH who did well over C&D last summer and escapes a penalty for last Sunday's Beverley win.

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17:30 Hexham Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 16f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

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BELVEDERE BLAST has proved a different proposition since being fitted with first-time blinkers at the start of the month, and a 10lb rise for his latest success at Market Rasen may not be enough to prevent the five-year-old from completing a hat-trick. Lightening Company has been in fair form on the Flat and isn't taken lightly on his handicap debut over hurdles, with C&D winner Pateen completing the shortlist.

BELVEDERE BLAST is thriving at present and should be capable of defying another rise in the weights to land the hat-trick. Lightening Company has won on the Flat since last seen over hurdles and is respected, alongside fellow handicap hurdle debutante Sunshine Girl.

Fairly useful Flat-racer LIGHTENING COMPANY is very unexposed over hurdles and could be dangerous off his opening handicap mark.

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17:40 Uttoxeter Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 16f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

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SOLDAT FORTE has done well since switching to hurdles and he is taken to uphold form with Our Scholar (second) from their clash at Southwell in April. Charlie Longsdon's charge is in fact 3lb better for that neck victory, and a bigger threat could potentially arrive from The Big Jetaway, who would have strong claims if bouncing back to the form of his success two starts ago.

OUR SCHOLAR opened his hurdles account in a thin race at Warwick, but he'd shaped well in a stronger maiden on his penultimate start at Worcester and looks up to defying a penalty at this time of the year on that evidence. Soldat Forte is the obvious threat.

The solid option is SOLDAT FORTE who ran well at Ludlow. Our Scholar has a bit to find with the selection but not a lot.

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17:55 Leicester Maiden (Class 5) 7f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

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CHIC COLOMBINE shaped well on debut over 6f at Haydock, as she was only beaten three lengths when just fading late on. The daughter of Seahenge is likely to have learned a great deal from that experience, and she can find the required improvement to shed her maiden tag today. The main danger might be Ebt's Guard, who showed some ability at Leicester on debut and could take a step forward. Any market support for Archie Watson-trained newcomer Royal Hussar would be of interest.

CHIC COLOMBINE was too green to justify market confidence at Haydock but she still offered plenty to work on and this looks an ordinary maiden. Ebt's Guard and Tiora both showed promise first-time up and can be expected to improve.

Preference is for CHIC COLOMBINE, who sets the standard on her promising third at Haydock and is open to progress upped in trip.

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18:10 Uttoxeter Handicap Chase (Class 5) 24f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

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A taking winner on his chase debut over C&D last month, CARLO DU BERLAIS should be open to plenty of improvement and a 5lb rise could prove lenient as he looks to follow up. Present Storm has been runner-up here over hurdles and her recent effort at Worcester wasn't without promise, while Dorado Dollar is a consistent sort that should be thereabouts as well.

CARLO DU BERLAIS made a winning start in this sphere over C&D and, with the likelihood of better to come from this 6-y-o, he looks the one to be on. Next on the list is Present Storm, who bettered what she has previously shown over fences when third at Worcester and will be a serious threat if able to build on that. Dorado Dollar is third choice.

Fergal O'Brien's CARLO DU BERLAIS looked a safe conveyance on his recent winning chase debut here and he's taken to follow up.

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18:25 Leicester Handicap (Class 6) 5f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

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STORM FOX had first-time cheekpieces work the oracle at Thirsk earlier in the month, as she went in by just over a length, and she looks to have lots in her favour once more off 5lb higher. The daughter of Bungle Inthejugnle has taken a step forward for each run this season and could do so again. Another to consider is Class Member, who filled the runner-up spot last time in a class 5 event and now goes off a 2lb higher rating at this lower level, while South Dakota Sioux is also one for the shortlist.

CLASS MEMBER confirmed that sprinting is the way to go with her when chasing home a likeable rival at Chepstow last week and she can get off the mark in this tight contest. Storm Fox is in fine heart at present and can give another good account alongside fellow last-time-out winner South Dakota Sioux.

An interesting race in which recent Thirsk winner STORM FOX gets the vote ahead of Class Member and South Dakota Sioux.

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18:40 Uttoxeter Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 23f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

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FOR GINA seems to have improved with each start over hurdles, and recent form figures suggest that a win may be just around the corner. Her latest effort at Fakenham represented a career best and if reproducing that, she should have enough to see off the likes of the recent C&D second Dancingontheedge, and Hey Frankie, who wasn't beaten far over further at Huntingdon last time out.

HEY FRANKIE lurks on an attractive mark and wouldn't need to build much on an encouraging return at Huntingdon last month to take this, so she earns the vote. Dancingontheedge would have won but for losing momentum over the last 2 flights over C&D on her most recent outing, so has to be considered a big threat, especially back against her own sex, while Citizen Jane is one to watch in the market back under Rules following a recent point success.

Sluggish jumps late on cost DANCINGONTHEEDGE (nap) victory here last time and her top yard's only runner on the card can make amends.

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18:55 Leicester Seller (Class 3) 6f - 3 Run Class & Speed Card

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This should be a straightforward task for BAILEYSGUTFEELING, who is a highly-rated contender for a race of this nature with a mark of 87. The four-year-old was a ready winner at Kempton last time by just under three lengths and he is the one to be with. King's Gem has had wind surgery since failing to justify favouritism at Newcastle when last seen in February and he can fill second place, with Erosion Risk taken to beat Counsel home for third.

Though BAILEYSGUTFEELING's profile on the all-weather is more compelling than on turf, he is still hard to oppose here on the back of a dominant all-the-way success in a Kempton handicap last month. King's Gem is the clear pick for forecast purposes, given that Counsel and Erosion Risk are both essentially opposable for various reasons.

The useful BAILEYSGUTFEELING made all in a good 7f handicap last time and should be hard to beat on this drop into a seller.

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19:10 Uttoxeter Handicap Chase (Class 4) 20f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

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DO IT FOR THY SEN arrives here on an unchanged mark after landing the spoils at this venue last month and he gets the nod to repeat that feat. The nine-year-old was awarded the race on that occasion, after the winner was disqualified for taking the wrong course, and he can go well yet again. If he fails to fire, Line Of Descent can pick up the pieces after claiming a third career victory at Cartmel last month. Gouet Des Bruyeres found one rival too strong at Bangor-on-Dee and also merits consideration.

This looks to represent a good chance for LINE OF DESCENT to complete a hat-trick. Gouet des Bruyeres can give the selection most to think about.

The 7yo GOUET DES BRUYERES got messed about in a small field last time and he edges preference over Line Of Descent.

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19:25 Leicester Handicap (Class 6) 12f - 4 Run Class & Speed Card

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MY CHIQUITA struck on her handicap bow at Nottingham over 1m2f earlier in the month and she now goes off a 4lb higher mark, which may not be enough to prevent her from going in again with a 7lb claimer on board. The main threat might be Ivy Avenue, who has filled the runner-up spot on all three of her three starts for the Michael Appleby yard and she is likely to be on the premises once more. Flintstone makes his return to the Flat and is worth a second look.

IVY AVENUE and My Chiquita both arrive in form and rate the pair to focus on, the former narrowly given the vote under Billy Loughnane. The latter remains low-mileage however and should put up a big threat. Flintstone can do best of the others.

4yo MY CHIQUITA (nap) started her handicap career with a convincing win at Nottingham and is open to more progress back up in trip.

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19:40 Uttoxeter Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 23f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

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In a competitive contest marginal preference goes to HALIFAX, who recorded a second career victory at Ffos Las last time out. Despite being hampered before the second last obstacle, the six-year-old kept on well to justify favouritism and can repeat that success off 4lb higher. Tango Echo Charlie's sole victory came over course and distance and the Dr Richard Newland-trained gelding demands the utmost respect returning to this venue. Kilfilum Woods is another to consider.

KARAVOMYLOS has found just one too strong on both handicap starts so far but, with this greater test of stamina expected to play to his strengths and his yard in good form, Peter Bowen's 4-y-o gets the vote to open his account sporting a first-time tongue strap. Halifax doubled his tally at Ffos Las recently and he could offer most resistance, with Ali Star Bert also fancied to feature back over the smaller obstacles.

The 4yo KARAVOMYLOS has found his level in handicaps and this track promises to suit him better than Cartmel last time.

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19:55 Leicester Handicap (Class 5) 6f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

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WOOBAY didn't appear to see out the 7f at Ayr on handicap debut but drops back in trip here and may be able to get off the mark after being eased 2lb. Mostallim will be dangerous under Billy Loughnane and must be considered, along with Raven's Applause, who was a gutsy winner off a 4lb lower mark at Windsor last time. There is a strong suspicion that we haven't seen the best of Profitable Dawn yet and she will be a danger to all if able to get back on track after racing too freely at Kempton last time.

LIBRA TIGER found only one who had fallen plenty in the weights too strong when runner-up over this trip at Lingfield 2 weeks ago and a repeat should see him play a lead role operating from the same mark. Sassy Redhead, back from a break, and Windsor-scorer Raven's Applause head up the dangers.

The initiative may lie with RAVEN'S APPLAUSE who is sufficiently lightly raced to build on his Windsor win 12 days ago.

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20:10 Uttoxeter Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 20f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

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Bluebella is likely to prove popular in her current form, but a 4lb rise for her runner-up effort at Huntingdon last month may leave the five-year-old vulnerable. HASHEHADHISOATSYET ran his best race to date when third at Bangor recently and a 2lb drop in the ratings could help. The unexposed Horizon D'or has been given a break since his handicap debut in February and it's too early to write Neil Mulholland's charge off.

BLUEBELLA has improved for the fitting of a tongue tie in recent weeks, nicely clear of the rest when second at Huntingdon 3 weeks ago, and this isn't a strong handicap. She'll take some stopping, though Bowland Belle has a basement mark to exploit, with Hashehadhisoatsyet also of some interest.

Bluebella is solid but HASHEHADHISOATSYET perked up for the quicker ground at Bangor and he edges preference.

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20:25 Leicester Handicap (Class 6) 7f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

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Havana Heat has gone close the last twice and looks sure to be in the mix once more, while Al Muzn disappointed on handicap debut at Nottingham last time and now the blinkers are reached for going up in trip. The suggestion is MOTASALEETA, who came clear with an 84-rated rival in a claimer last time and a reproduction of that effort would make him pretty tough to beat, with Billy Loughnane taking off a very handy 3lb.

HAVANA HEAT looks ready for 7f judged on his staying-on second at Brighton last week so he makes as much appeal as any of these. Stintino Sunset's limit is pretty well established but she's still a threat at this level, with Al Muzn a potential improver for his excellent yard.

The most striking candidate to make the breakthrough among this group of maidens appears to be HAVANA HEAT.

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20:40 Uttoxeter NH Flat Race (Class 5) 16f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

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SNOW SHEPHERDESS lost little in defeat when finding only a previous winner too strong on her debut at Kelso last month and any improvement could make her tough to beat in this contest. Walk Of The Roses made the perfect start to her racing career in a bumper at Ffos Las in May and David Pipe's four-year-old cannot be discounted, despite carrying a 7lb penalty. Point-to-point winner Melleray Hill completes the shortlist.

MELLERAY HILL won the second of his 2 outings in points and represents a shrewd yard on Rules debut, so he's marginally preferred to Walk of The Roses, who showed a good attitude to make a winning start at Ffos Las in May. Snow Shepherdess is another one to consider.

The pick of those with form is SNOW SHEPHERDESS who shaped well behind a previous winner at Kelso and can go one better.

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21:00 Leicester Handicap (Class 6) 5f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

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This is likely to be run at a frantic pace as several of these like to be on or pressing the pace. Grandfather Tom has been in cracking form, winning three of his last four, and his front-running style is suited to this track, but the fear is that he could be pressed for the lead, so maybe the safer option will be BOBBY ON THE BEAT. The selection stays 6f well so if Josephine Gordon can be patient on him and he may be able to pick these off in the closing stages. Similar thoughts apply to Under Curfew, who also has fair claims.

With this drop back in trip expected to work in his favour, BOBBY ON THE BEAT gets the nod in a tricky-looking contest. The hat-trick seeking Grandfather Tom has to be feared, for all that a 6 lb rise for his recent Lingfield success will make things tougher. Foreseeable Future and Under Curfew can do battle for minor honours.

Four of these have registered at least one commendable effort recently on turf. GRANDFATHER TOM\ seems to be in particularly good heart.

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

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How to use Tomform

Please Watch this short video that will help you learn how to use Tomform.com to filter out the runners and find a winner in each race.

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

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About U.K Horse Racing

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

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

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

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

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

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