Tomform Sunday 2nd July 2023

There were 26 Races on Sunday 2nd July 2023 across 4 meetings. There was 8 races at Curragh, 6 races at Uttoxeter, 6 races at Cartmel, 6 races at Windsor, no doubt Tomform helped you find a winner.

Races & Results Sunday 2nd July 2023

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

13:50 Curragh Group 2 6f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Dist Win % Dist Place % Dist Betfair Place % Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (1) Bucanero Fuerte (3.33/1 -67%)
Bucanero Fuerte

3.33
3.33/1(-67%)
(1) Bucanero Fuerte 3.33/1, Promising individual. Course winner. Length third of 20 to River Tiber in Coventry Stakes at Royal Ascot (6f, good, 16/1) 12 days ago, shaping really well. Lots to like.
A repeat of his tremendous Coventry Stakes effort would make him the one to beat.
9
2nd (9) Unquestionable (1.88/1 +16%)
Unquestionable

1.88
1.88/1(+16%)
(9) Unquestionable 1.88/1, Won 6-runner maiden (4/6) at this C&D (good) 36 days ago. Open to further improvement and looks the stable's first string based on jockey bookings.
Third in a 5f Listed on debut and easy C&D maiden winner since; looks the stable selected.
4
3rd (4) His Majesty (2.5/1 +17%)
His Majesty

2.5
2.5/1(+17%)
(4) His Majesty 2.5/1, Promising sort. 2½ lengths fourth of 14 to Valiant Force in Norfolk Stakes (11/2) at Royal Ascot (5f, good to firm) 10 days ago. Makes plenty of appeal with the scope for further progress back up in distance.
Listed winner (5f) here couldn't confirm that form in the Norfolk Stakes; player up to 6f.
5
4th (5) I Am Invictus (14/1 +13%)
I Am Invictus

14
14/1(+13%)
(5) I Am Invictus 14/1, Twice-raced maiden. 6/5, second of 10 in maiden at Navan (5f, good to soft) 21 days ago. Probably out of his depth in this company.
Two solid runs in defeat, both over 5f; has to step up a fair bit rased in trip.
7
5th (7) Mythology (12/1 +14%)
Mythology

12
12/1(+14%)
(7) Mythology 12/1, Once-raced maiden. Third of 8 in minor event (9/2) at this C&D (good) on debut 25 days ago. Open to progress.
Third in a C&D conditions event on debut; should have built on that but much more needed.
8
6th (8) Supersonic Man (33/1 +34%)
Supersonic Man

33
33/1(+34%)
(8) Supersonic Man 33/1, Thrice-raced winner. 8¾ lengths tenth of 23 to Big Evs in listed Windsor Castle Stakes (22/1) at Royal Ascot (5f, good to firm) 11 days ago. Hard to fancy.
Unfavourably drawn in the Windsor Castle Stakes but still has a bit to find up to 6f.
2
7th (2) Democracy (20/1 +20%)
Democracy

20
20/1(+20%)
(2) Democracy 20/1, C&D winner on debut. 6¼ lengths last of 6 to Givemethebeatboys in Marble Hill Stakes at this C&D (good, 5/2) 36 days ago. Not completely dismissed for all that he has something to find.
Disappointing in the Group 3 Marble Hll Stakes last time and has to bounce back.
3
8th (3) Devious (8.5/1 +39%)
Devious

8.5
8.5/1(+39%)
(3) Devious 8.5/1, Winner at Naas in May. 5¼ lengths sixth of 14 to Valiant Force in Norfolk Stakes at Royal Ascot (5f, good to firm, 14/1) 10 days ago. Should progress in this slightly less competitive event, particularly as the trip should suit.
Was behind His Majesty in the Norfolk Stakes at Royal Ascot; has to improve up in trip.
6
9th (6) Lightening Army (125/1 +0%)
Lightening Army

125
125/1(+0%)
(6) Lightening Army 125/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Blinkered for 1st time, sixth of 10 in maiden at Navan (5f, good to soft, 12/1) 21 days ago. Uphill task.
Promising debut at Dundalk but hasn't built upon that since and has a tough task.
LTO Selection:

13:50 Curragh Group 2 6f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

Ever since he made a sparkling debut here in March, BUCANERO FUERTE has been highly touted by connections and he went someway to proving them right when an excellent third in the Coventry. The winner of that contest looks very smart, and his form looks a level above that of the Norfolk Stakes, in which His Majesty (fourth) finished ahead of Devious (sixth) when leading home his group on the near side. Unquestionable made quite the impression when scoring over C&D latest and he must enter calculations as well.

BUCANERO FUERTE ran a fine race in the Coventry and looks a good prospect. He can resume winning ways, with Aidan O'Brien's His Majesty and Unquestionable fancied to be big dangers.

Bucanero Fuerte has the best form in this. However, he may have to give best to UNQUESTIONABLE, who was an easy C&D maiden winner


13:55 Uttoxeter Maiden Hurdle (Class 3) 20f - 4 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Dist Win % Dist Place % Dist Betfair Place % Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (1) An Mhi (0.3/1 +32%)
An Mhi

0.3
0.3/1(+32%)
(1) An Mhi 0.3/1, Arrives on a hat-trick having won readily at Perth 3 weeks ago and makes most appeal with the scope for further improvement.
2-2 since wearing tongue-tie; leading contender despite carrying a big penalty.
2
2nd (2) Jeepydoff Meel (3/1 -33%)
Jeepydoff Meel

3
3/1(-33%)
(2) Jeepydoff Meel 3/1, Left Gordon Elliott for £16,000 and was unlucky not to finish closer when second in 7-runner handicap at Cartmel before going one better in novice at Market Rasen a week later. Solid claims.
Off the mark at Market Rasen last month on second start for new yard; respected.
3
3rd (3) Craven Bay (25/1 -25%)
Craven Bay

25
25/1(-25%)
(3) Craven Bay 25/1, Won final 2 starts in points in May 2022 but just a low-key hurdling debut in novice at Warwick a month ago. Likely to be brought along gradually.
Dual point winner; remote third at Warwick on rules debut.
4
4th (4) Indian Sunbird (33/1 -83%)
Indian Sunbird

33
33/1(-83%)
(4) Indian Sunbird 33/1, Fair form at best when placed twice in bumpers but yet to match that over hurdles, looking more one for handicaps.
Has ordinary form but this new trip is a possible source of improvement.
LTO Selection:

13:55 Uttoxeter Maiden Hurdle (Class 3) 20f Race Class Flow

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

AN MHI has been getting to grips with things of late and he looked to have more in hand than the winning margin suggests at Perth last month. Gordon Elliott's charge is well clear on ratings and he should have too much for former point-to-pointer Craven Bay, and Jeepydoff Meel, who got off the mark at the expense of a subsequent winner at Market Rasen.

AN MHI had plenty to spare when scoring at Perth and he's fancied to complete a hat-trick at the likely expense of his former stablemate Jeepydoff Meel.

The tongue-tie has been a boon for AN MHI, who is taken to complete a hat-trick. Jeepydoff Meel is the chief threat on form.


14:05 Cartmel Handicap Chase (Class 2) 21f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Dist Win % Dist Place % Dist Betfair Place % Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Weight Runs Age Comments
7
1st (7) Arthur's Quay (8/1 +27%)
Arthur's Quay

8
8/1(+27%)
(7) Arthur's Quay 8/1, Winless over fences in Ireland but improved model for new stable, completing hat-trick in good style at Sedgefield (17f, soft) in January. Largely run with credit in defeat since, finishing strongly here (17.3f) latest. Of strong interest up in trip.
Stayed on for fourth over 2m1f here last time and could be a player now back up in trip.
10
2nd (10) Arctic Ambition (3.5/1 -5%)
Arctic Ambition

3.5
3.5/1(-5%)
(10) Arctic Ambition 3.5/1, In good form over fences in the spring and took advantage of lower hurdles mark last 2 starts. Looks sure to go close again back in this sphere (better chaser).
Hurdle wins the last twice and he's 3-7 over fences; strong contender for top Irish yard.
11
3rd (11) Walking The Walk (7/1 +18%)
Walking The Walk

7
7/1(+18%)
(11) Walking The Walk 7/1, Better than ever this season, resuming winning ways at Perth 3 weeks ago in a good time. This tougher but not taken lightly.
Has a modest strike-rate but won in good style at Perth last time and he could go well.
9
4th (9) Broken Ice (10/1 -43%)
Broken Ice

10
10/1(-43%)
(9) Broken Ice 10/1, Returned to form when just denied at Killarney and backed that up with a decent second at Kilbeggan (19.4f, good to soft) 28 days ago, unlucky to bump into a revitalised rival. Respected.
Irish raider; runner-up the last twice; contender if conditions suit (might not want soft).
3
5th (3) Ubetya (7.5/1 +17%)
Ubetya

7.5
7.5/1(+17%)
(3) Ubetya 7.5/1, Off the mark for this yard in 8-runner handicap chase at this C&D (good) 34 days ago by nose from Marshalled, patient tactics suiting well given the way the race developed. More needed in this better contest, however.
Won over C&D in May and remains feasibly treated back up 6lb; could be bang there.
6
6th (6) Grey Skies (4/1 +33%)
Grey Skies

4
4/1(+33%)
(6) Grey Skies 4/1, Maiden/novice hurdle winner last season. Might have been fortunate at Sedgefield but there was nothing lucky about his follow-up win at Perth in April. Close second over C&D since and should give another good account.
Won at Perth in April and good second over this C&D since; firmly in calculations.
4
7th (4) Marshalled (6/1 +14%)
Marshalled

6
6/1(+14%)
(4) Marshalled 6/1, Winning hurdler/chaser in Ireland and has revived for new yard lately, winning a handicap chase at Newcastle before nose second of 8 to Ubetya in handicap chase at this C&D (good) 34 days ago, just failing. Cheekpieces back on.
Beaten just a nose over C&D last time and this in-form 9yo is a solid contender.
12
8th (12) Sword Of Fate (33/1 +34%)
Sword Of Fate

33
33/1(+34%)
(12) Sword Of Fate 33/1, Fair handicap chaser who arrives in good form but this surely too demanding from out of the handicap.
2nd in this last year; some positive runs in recent months but 8lb out of the h'cap today.
2
9th (2) Messire Des Obeaux (20/1 -11%)
Messire Des Obeaux

20
20/1(-11%)
(2) Messire Des Obeaux 20/1, Formerly a smart novice hurdler/chaser. Hard to train over the years and not at that level nowadays but still retains his enthusiasm and resolution judged on his gutsy win at Warwick in February, edging out a fellow veteran. In nothing like the same form at Newbury the following month, though.
Well beaten at Newbury in March last time but won at Warwick previously; not discounted.
5
10th (5) Quoi De Neuf (9/1 +18%)
Quoi De Neuf

9
9/1(+18%)
(5) Quoi De Neuf 9/1, In good form away from the mud, resuming winning ways in 4-runner event at Fakenham 4 weeks ago. However, was all out that day and will find this more competitive.
Only two completed when he won narrowly at Fakenham latest but his mark remains unchanged.
LTO Selection:

14:05 Cartmel Handicap Chase (Class 2) 21f Race Class Flow

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

A game winner over C&D in May, Ubetya can go close off a 6lb higher mark, but the reopposing MARSHALLED is 1lb better off with his rival here for a nose defeat and is fancied to reverse the form of the aforementioned contest. Ben Haslam's inmate has been fairly consistent of late and, despite racing off a career-high mark, looks the one to beat. Quoi De Neuf adds further spice to the race off the same mark following a cosy win at Fakenham last month.

ARTHUR'S QUAY could be ready to resume winning ways given how he finished here 5 weeks ago. Irish-trained runners hold a strong hand, headed by the thriving Arctic Ambition and his stablemate Walking The Walk.

The step back up in trip looks a likely plus for ARTHUR'S QUAY and he's the pick ahead of Gordon Elliott's Arctic Ambition.


14:20 Windsor Handicap (Class 5) 6f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Dist Win % Dist Place % Dist Betfair Place % Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Weight Runs Age Comments
3
1st (3) Sharp Power (1.75/1 -17%)
Sharp Power

1.75
1.75/1(-17%)
(3) Sharp Power 1.75/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Very good second of 10 in handicap at Lingfield (7f, AW, 11/8) 10 days ago, needing stronger gallop. One to keep on right side.
Pulled too hard at Lingfield last time when hot favourite; still has potential back at 6f.
2
2nd (2) Airshow (7/1 -17%)
Airshow

7
7/1(-17%)
(2) Airshow 7/1, Latest win at Goodwood in June. Fourth of 6 in handicap at Chepstow (6.1f, good to firm, evens) 16 days ago, left poorly placed. Can give a good account.
Two wins this year and looked good at Goodwood last month; yard in form; contender.
1
3rd (1) Mighty Gurkha (1.88/1 -25%)
Mighty Gurkha

1.88
1.88/1(-25%)
(1) Mighty Gurkha 1.88/1, 1 win from 3 runs this year. 3/1, ended losing run in impressive style in 7-runner handicap at Leicester (6f, good to firm) 15 days ago. Shortlist material.
Wide-margin winner at Leicester 15 days ago; major player despite an 8lb rise.
5
4th (5) Catwalk Model (4.5/1 +44%)
Catwalk Model

4.5
4.5/1(+44%)
(5) Catwalk Model 4.5/1, 8/11, career best when winning 7-runner maiden at Yarmouth (6f, good to firm) 17 days ago, readily. Makes handicap debut. Will find this tougher.
Improved performer this year, gaining first win at Yarmouth last month; usual hood off now.
6
5th (6) Rainbow Mirage (14/1 +0%)
Rainbow Mirage

14
14/1(+0%)
(6) Rainbow Mirage 14/1, C&D winner. Fourth of 5 in handicap (5/1) at Nottingham (6.1f, firm) 25 days ago. Becoming well treated.
Good record over C&D but yet to find her best form for new yard in 2023.
LTO Selection:

14:20 Windsor Handicap (Class 5) 6f Race Class Flow

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

MIGHTY GURKHA bolted up over this trip at Leicester on his return from a break last month and an 8lb raised mark may not be enough to hold him back here. Although he does have to shoulder top-weight, he is fancied to get the better of Sharp Power, who has been progressive in handicaps recently and can go close following a fair second at Lingfield over 7f most recently. Catwalk Model makes her handicap debut following a comfortable success at Yarmouth last month and completes the shortlist.

SHARP POWER shaped very well when runner-up at Lingfield 10 days ago and is taken to go one better with the drop back in trip likely to suit. Mighty Gurkha ended his losing run in impressive fashion at Leicester 2 weeks ago so is the obvious threat.

The return to 6f can help Sharp Power but MIGHTY GURKHA is taken to follow up last month's wide-margin Leicester win.


14:25 Curragh Listed 6f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Dist Win % Dist Place % Dist Betfair Place % Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Weight Runs Age Comments
3
1st (3) Commanche Falls (1.25/1 +0%)
Commanche Falls

1.25
1.25/1(+0%)
(3) Commanche Falls 1.25/1, Smart gelding. 12/1, good 1¾ lengths third of 10 to Azure Blue in 1895 Duke of York Stakes at York (6f, firm) 46 days ago. Has to be taken seriously.
Yet to win a stakes race but looks the part on form linked to top British sprinters.
1
2nd (1) Anthem National (18/1 +45%)
Anthem National

18
18/1(+45%)
(1) Anthem National 18/1, Useful gelding. Good fifth of 15 in handicap at this C&D (good to soft, 22/1) 37 days ago. In the mix if building on that effort.
Behind Lady Tilbury and Mooneista in Listed race at Naas in May, others much preferred.
8
3rd (8) Mooneista (4.5/1 +10%)
Mooneista

4.5
4.5/1(+10%)
(8) Mooneista 4.5/1, Smart mare. Course winner. 40/1, 7¼ lengths thirteenth of 17 to Bradsell in King's Stand Stakes at Royal Ascot (5f, good) 12 days ago. Enters calculations.
On a long losing run but performed well on seasonal/yard debut, outclassed in King's Stand.
5
4th (5) Tango Flare (9/1 +18%)
Tango Flare

9
9/1(+18%)
(5) Tango Flare 9/1, Lightly-raced winner. 2 wins from 2 runs this year. 7/1, career best when winning 6-runner minor event at Fairyhouse (6f, good to firm) 23 days ago. Open to progress so not ruled out up in grade.
Backed up Cork maiden success with pleasing Fairyhouse win, a lot more on his plate now.
11
5th (11) Lady Tilbury (10/1 +17%)
Lady Tilbury

10
10/1(+17%)
(11) Lady Tilbury 10/1, Useful filly. Creditable 2¼ lengths third of 6 to Go Athletico in listed race at Cork (5f, good to soft, 4/1) 16 days ago. This is no easy ask though.
Took a while to make an impact in stakes races, more mature now but needs to find more.
6
6th (6) Twilight Jet (12/1 +14%)
Twilight Jet

12
12/1(+14%)
(6) Twilight Jet 12/1, 12¼ lengths seventh of 8 to Art Power in Greenlands Stakes (8/1) at this C&D (good) 36 days ago. Needs to get back on track.
Dual Group 3 winner, out of his depth at Group 1 level last year, made uninspiring return.
4
7th (4) Gustavus Weston (20/1 +70%)
Gustavus Weston

20
20/1(+70%)
(4) Gustavus Weston 20/1, Useful gelding. 3-time C&D winner. Thirteen runs since last win in 2021. Last of 15 in handicap at this C&D (good to soft, 6/1) 37 days ago. Hood back on with more required.
Has won three Group races over C&D but no wins since 2021, seems to be in decline.
9
8th (9) Wodao (7.5/1 +17%)
Wodao

7.5
7.5/1(+17%)
(9) Wodao 7.5/1, Useful colt. Cheekpieces on for 1st time, only sixth of 7 to Believing in Prix Texanita at Chantilly (6f, good to soft, 4/5) 44 days ago. More is required.
Has a better chance than most if reproducing form of second placings at Cork and Chantilly.
10
9th (10) Coralillo (22/1 +33%)
Coralillo

22
22/1(+33%)
(10) Coralillo 22/1, Lightly-raced winner. 9 lengths eighth of 11 to Funny Money Honey in listed race at Dundalk (5f, 10/1). Off 9 months and needs to hit the ground running.
Third in a C&D Group 3 event last season, ended the campaign on a low note at Dundalk.
2
10th (2) Castle Star (16/1 +11%)
Castle Star

16
16/1(+11%)
(2) Castle Star 16/1, C&D winner. Tongue strap on for 1st time, 10 lengths ninth of 10 to Ladies Church in listed race (11/1) at Naas (5f, good to firm) 42 days ago. Cheekpieces on for 1st time with more needed.
Former smart juvenile, failed to prosper at three and struggled on seasonal debut.
LTO Selection:

14:25 Curragh Listed 6f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

COMMANCHE FALLS has been running with plenty of credit in Group races having gone down by a head in the Group 3 Abernant at Newmarket in April. His most recent display saw him finish third in the Duke Of York and a repeat of that performance at this level would make him tough to beat. Tango Flare remains open to improvement on just his sixth career outing, following a brace of victories at Cork and Fairyhouse, while others for the shortlist include Wodao and Mooneista.

COMMANCHE FALLS holds the clear edge on the form of his good third in York's Duke of York Stakes so can fend off the home challengers, with course winner Mooneista and the progressive Tango Flare perhaps the main dangers.

This looks like an excellent opportunity for nine-time winner COMMANCHE FALLS(nap) to record a first success at stakes level.


14:30 Uttoxeter Handicap Chase (Class 2) 16f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Dist Win % Dist Place % Dist Betfair Place % Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Weight Runs Age Comments
5
1st (5) Al Zaraqaan (3.5/1 +13%)
Al Zaraqaan

3.5
3.5/1(+13%)
(5) Al Zaraqaan 3.5/1, Smart at best on the Flat and completed a 4-timer over hurdles (3 wins in handicaps) for previous yard last season. Even better switched to fences for new stable, making it 2 from 2 in match at Southwell. Needs considering.
2-2 over fences for new yard this spring; has more on his plate here but still considered.
7
2nd (7) Sir Tivo (8/1 +20%)
Sir Tivo

8
8/1(+20%)
(7) Sir Tivo 8/1, Didn't have to improve to win an uncompetitive handicap at Southwell last time so looks vulnerable up 5 lb.
Looked as good as ever at Southwell in May but is back up to his career-high mark.
8
3rd (8) Noahthirtytwored (2.5/1 +29%)
Noahthirtytwored

2.5
2.5/1(+29%)
(8) Noahthirtytwored 2.5/1, Progressive 4-time winner over hurdles who added to his positive chasing profile when producing a career-best win at Newton Abbot 18 days ago. Sure to go well again up 4 lb.
Could still be well treated after 4lb rise for last month's clearcut win at Newton Abbot.
6
4th (6) Hatcher (5.5/1 -22%)
Hatcher

5.5
5.5/1(-22%)
(6) Hatcher 5.5/1, Record has become distinctly patchy though he backed up his decent third at Warwick when just denied at Fakenham 4 weeks ago, a late error proving costly. Capable of running a big race again.
14-time winner; no longer the force of old but can make his presence felt off current mark.
3
5th (3) Give Me A Moment (5.5/1 +21%)
Give Me A Moment

5.5
5.5/1(+21%)
(3) Give Me A Moment 5.5/1, Useful chaser who won 5 times during 2021/22 and outclassed the opposition in a brace of novice hurdles last summer. Built on comeback run when decent fourth back over fences at Worcester and on a workable mark if coming on again.
Collected five wins last spring/summer and comes here after good effort in May.
2
6th (2) Bathiva (16/1 -14%)
Bathiva

16
16/1(-14%)
(2) Bathiva 16/1, Useful chaser who won at Worcester last summer. However, well held next 2 starts and returning from 9 months off here. Hooded.
Good winner last July but off since two lesser efforts towards end of last summer.
4
7th (4) Espion Du Chenet (8/1 -7%)
Espion Du Chenet

8
8/1(-7%)
(4) Espion Du Chenet 8/1, Irish raider who added to his tally over fences at Punchestown (2m) 13 months ago. Plenty of creditable efforts in defeat subsequently, including when second of 6 in handicap chase at Warwick (16.2f, good to firm) 39 days ago. However, has little wriggle room from this mark.
Without a win for over a year but was creditable fifth in hot race at Punchestown festival.
1
|F| (1) The Greek (10/1 -100%)
The Greek

10
10/1(-100%)
(1) The Greek 10/1, Enhanced his decent strike rate over fences at Punchestown 3 weeks ago but not sure to be in same form given overall record.
Scored at Punchestown three weeks ago and might still be improving; respected.
LTO Selection:

14:30 Uttoxeter Handicap Chase (Class 2) 16f Race Class Flow

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

NOAHTHIRTYTWORED bounced back to winning ways with a stylish success at Newton Abbot last month and a 4lb rise for that win is offset by Conor Rabbitt's valuable 5lb claim. The seven-year-old is narrowly preferred to in-form Irish raider The Greek, as well as Al Zaraqaan, who arrives on a hat-trick following two comfortable victories at a lower level. Espion Du Chenet and Sir Tivo have the form to get involved as well.

NOAHTHIRTYTWORED impressed with his resilience when scoring at Newton Abbot last month and looks capable of defying a 4 lb rise. Hatcher isn't the most reliable, but he should have won at Fakenham 4 weeks ago and is only 1 lb higher here. Give Me A Moment is another who's potentially on a good mark.

Up-and-coming 7yo NOAHTHIRTYTWORED kept on strongly to assert on the run-in at Newton Abbot last month and might still be well treated.


14:40 Cartmel Handicap Hurdle (Class 2) 17f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Dist Win % Dist Place % Dist Betfair Place % Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Weight Runs Age Comments
13
(13) I Don't Get It (18/1 -13%)
I Don't Get It

18
18/1(-13%)
(13) I Don't Get It 18/1, Latest win in hurdle at Limerick in May. 10/1, creditable third of 8 in handicap hurdle at Downpatrick (17.3f, good) 14 days ago, needing stiffer test. Ought to be in the shake-up.
Three wins in Ireland this spring but beaten the last twice and could be vulnerable.
6
1st (6) Fiveonefive (8/1 -14%)
Fiveonefive

8
8/1(-14%)
(6) Fiveonefive 8/1, Winner in hurdle at Tipperary in May. Creditable second of 8 in novice hurdle at Perth (20.2f, good, 3/1) 21 days ago, clear of rest. Not ruled out.
Smooth-travelling winner on handicap debut at Tipperary; could have more left in the tank.
4
2nd (4) Too Friendly (6.5/1 +24%)
Too Friendly

6.5
6.5/1(+24%)
(4) Too Friendly 6.5/1, 2/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time in this code, career best when winning 5-runner handicap hurdle at Fakenham (16f, good to firm) 28 days ago. Ought to be in the shake-up.
Won at Fakenham last month; this is more competitive but things may now have clicked.
8
3rd (8) Trolley Boy (6/1 +45%)
Trolley Boy

6
6/1(+45%)
(8) Trolley Boy 6/1, Latest win in hurdle at Ludlow in April. Creditable second of 8 in handicap hurdle (11/10) at Worcester (16f, good to soft) 46 days ago. In the picture.
Close 2nd at Worcester latest; 5lb rise demands further improvement but he's lightly raced.
5
4th (5) Ashington (10/1 +55%)
Ashington

10
10/1(+55%)
(5) Ashington 10/1, Eleven runs since last win in 2022. 5/1, sixth of 9 in handicap hurdle at Market Rasen (20.6f, good) 31 days ago, doing too much too soon. Cheekpieces back on and no forlorn hope.
Runner-up at Plumpton two starts ago but well beaten at Market Rasen last time.
7
5th (7) Castel Gandolfo (11/1 -22%)
Castel Gandolfo

11
11/1(-22%)
(7) Castel Gandolfo 11/1, 3/1, career best when winning 5-runner handicap hurdle at Kelso (16.2f, good to firm) 35 days ago, running on. Needs considering.
Won at Kelso last time; takes on some unexposed rivals but can give another good account.
14
6th (14) Vocal Duke (28/1 -27%)
Vocal Duke

28
28/1(-27%)
(14) Vocal Duke 28/1, 10/1, last of 5 in handicap chase at this course (17.3f, good) on debut over fences 36 days ago. Switches from chase to hurdles and needs to bounce back.
C&D winner who went close at Carlisle in February but he's struggled on last three starts.
2
7th (2) Banks Boy (4/1 +11%)
Banks Boy

4
4/1(+11%)
(2) Banks Boy 4/1, 9/2, good second of 18 in handicap hurdle at Cork (20f, good to soft) 57 days ago, clear of rest. In the mix.
Returned from absence with clear second at Cork behind one who followed up; leading claims.
10
8th (10) Band Of Outlaws (12/1 +14%)
Band Of Outlaws

12
12/1(+14%)
(10) Band Of Outlaws 12/1, Below-par seventh of 10 in handicap hurdle (5/2) at Hexham (16.2f, good to soft) 57 days ago. Has good chance at these weights if back on song.
One to watch in the betting off a reduced mark but he's failed to threaten this year.
3
9th (3) Hurricane Ali (7.5/1 +38%)
Hurricane Ali

7.5
7.5/1(+38%)
(3) Hurricane Ali 7.5/1, Genuine individual. Three wins from 9 runs last season. 4/1, good second of 6 in handicap hurdle at Aintree (16.5f, good to firm) 16 days ago, running on. Player off an unchanged mark.
Third in this last year and placed on last two starts; good ground may suit best.
12
10th (12) Inferno Sacree (7/1 +30%)
Inferno Sacree

7
7/1(+30%)
(12) Inferno Sacree 7/1, Four wins from 11 runs last season. 7/2, career best when winning 8-runner handicap hurdle at Newton Abbot (18.5f, good to soft) 46 days ago, pushed out. One for the shortlist.
Has won five of his last six starts and there could still be mileage in his mark.
9
11th (9) Dr T J Eckleburg (40/1 -100%)
Dr T J Eckleburg

40
40/1(-100%)
(9) Dr T J Eckleburg 40/1, 17/2, eighth of 9 in handicap hurdle at Plumpton (15.9f, good) 84 days ago. First run for yard after leaving Olly Murphy with work to do.
Makes stable debut in a hot race and it's probably best to look elsewhere.
1
12th (1) Hallowed Star (12/1 +0%)
Hallowed Star

12
12/1(+0%)
(1) Hallowed Star 12/1, 14/1, creditable fifth of 15 in handicap chase at Ballinrobe (23f, good) 34 days ago. Back down in trip. Wouldn't dismiss.
Irish raider; ran well over fences latest and won in fine style when last tackling hurdles.
LTO Selection:

14:40 Cartmel Handicap Hurdle (Class 2) 17f Race Class Flow

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

A case can be made for several of these, but Irish raider BANKS BOY gets the vote following a pleasing second at Cork in May. Although he has gone up 11lb for that, there is likely more to come from Gordon Elliott's inmate and the unexposed son of Getaway could benefit from a drop in distance. Castel Gandolfo secured a comfortable success over 2m at Kelso most recently and is feared most now 4lb above that mark, while Fiveonefive completes the shortlist.

A few with chances but HURRICANE ALI is a likeable sort who can race off the same mark as when a good second at Aintree so he edges the vote at the chief expense of Kelso scorer Castel Gandolfo. Belvedere Blast is another who can have a say on the back of his recent Hexham success, with the handily-weighted Hallowed Star completing the shortlist.

The Gordon Elliott-trained BANKS BOY (nap) went close behind a subsequent winner in a big field at Cork in May and is the selection.


14:55 Windsor Stakes (Class 5) 6f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Dist Win % Dist Place % Dist Betfair Place % Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Weight Runs Age Comments
6
1st (6) Lady Dreamer (2.25/1 +25%)
Lady Dreamer

2.25
2.25/1(+25%)
(6) Lady Dreamer 2.25/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Evens, respectable second of 6 in minor event at Carlisle (5.8f, soft) 13 days ago. Visor on 1st time. Not taken lightly.
Consistent but proving expensive to follow; new visor on; likely to be in the thick of it.
1
2nd (1) Reminder (0.91/1 -14%)
Reminder

0.91
0.91/1(-14%)
(1) Reminder 0.91/1, Promising Dubawi filly who won 12-runner minor event at this C&D (good to firm) 27 days ago by 1¼ lengths from Lady Dreamer, keeping on well. Expected to be bang there once more despite conceding weight all round.
Beat two of today's rivals over C&D last month; leading claims despite the 7lb penalty.
7
3rd (7) Shoolaa (7.5/1 +32%)
Shoolaa

7.5
7.5/1(+32%)
(7) Shoolaa 7.5/1, Twice-raced maiden. 14/1, sixth of 9 in maiden at Newmarket (7f, good to soft) 73 days ago. Needs another step forward.
Beaten favourite on 2yo debut; low-key return at Newmarket in April; needs more to feature.
5
4th (5) Cloud Cover (5/1 +41%)
Cloud Cover

5
5/1(+41%)
(5) Cloud Cover 5/1, 4/1, went backwards from debut when fifth of 9 in minor event at Thirsk (7f, soft) 12 days ago. Needs to bounce back.
Debut effort promising; less good at Thirsk 12 days ago but better ground today may help.
8
5th (8) Tarbet (25/1 -108%)
Tarbet

25
25/1(-108%)
(8) Tarbet 25/1, 22/1, encouraging sixth of 12 to Reminder in minor event (22/1) at this C&D (good to firm) on debut 27 days ago. Should have more to offer.
Over 5l behind Reminder on her C&D debut last month; not sure 7lb enough to turn tables.
2
6th (2) Bonnie Blandford (40/1 -186%)
Bonnie Blandford

40
40/1(-186%)
(2) Bonnie Blandford 40/1, 100/1, showing promise when falling inside last 1f at Lingfield (7f, AW) on debut 22 days ago. Can build on it if none the worse.
Fell in closing stages when running okay on last month's debut; drop to 6f may not help.
3
7th (3) Ali Jewels (100/1 -25%)
Ali Jewels

100
100/1(-25%)
(3) Ali Jewels 100/1, Twice-raced maiden. Fifth of 7 in maiden at Yarmouth (6f, good to firm, 22/1) 17 days ago. Very hard to make a case for.
Modest form in two fillies' maidens this summer; handicaps more suitable after this.
4
8th (4) Brazen Insanity (100/1 -100%)
Brazen Insanity

100
100/1(-100%)
(4) Brazen Insanity 100/1, 200/1, last of 16 in maiden at Newbury (6.5f, heavy) on debut 8 months ago. First run for yard after leaving Simon Hodgson. Work to do.
Tailed off when 200-1 for her debut last October; new yard but hard to fancy.
LTO Selection:

14:55 Windsor Stakes (Class 5) 6f Race Class Flow

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

REMINDER is related to some smart types, including the 7f Group 3 winner Recorder, and the daughter of Dubawi built on her racecourse debut to score over C&D on her most recent outing. Andrew Balding's inmate left the impression that there would be more to come and she gets the vote from the reopposing Lady Dreamer, who sports a first-time visor following a second at Carlisle last time out. Cloud Cover looks the pick of the remainder.

REMINDER took a big step forward when going in over C&D and can defy her penalty with more progress on the cards. Old rival Lady Dreamer is feared most, but could have to settle for second again, with Tarbet appealing as the pick of the rest.

Cloud Cover still has more to come but so does REMINDER and Andrew Balding's filly can defy her penalty and gain a second win.


15:00 Curragh Handicap 5f - 16 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Dist Win % Dist Place % Dist Betfair Place % Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Weight Runs Age Comments
18
1st (18) Harry's Hill (14/1 +36%)
Harry's Hill

14
14/1(+36%)
(18) Harry's Hill 14/1, C&D winner. Latest win at Naas in May. 13/2, twelfth of 15 in handicap at Tipperary (5f, good) 33 days ago.
Six-time winner, including over C&D; poor last time and has to rebound; 2lb out of h'cap.
5
2nd (5) Michaela's Boy (8/1 +43%)
Michaela's Boy

8
8/1(+43%)
(5) Michaela's Boy 8/1, 33/1, respectable eighth of 26 in handicap at Royal Ascot (5f, good to firm) 9 days ago. Yard having good spell. Plenty to find on form.
Third in a York Listed before a solid run at Royal Ascot off this mark; can be involved.
2
2nd (2) Master Matt (18/1 -50%)
Master Matt

18
18/1(-50%)
(2) Master Matt 18/1, C&D winner. Won 7-runner handicap (10/3) at Fairyhouse (6f, good) 16 days ago. Blinkers back on. Runner-up in this 2 years ago off 1 lb higher.
C&D winner dropped down the handicap in last year and scored again last time; a player.
1
4th (1) Big Gossey (9/1 +25%)
Big Gossey

9
9/1(+25%)
(1) Big Gossey 9/1, C&D winner. 25/1, creditable 4¾ lengths second of 8 to Art Power in Greenlands Stakes at this course (6f, good) 36 days ago. Went close in this last year but 10 lb higher now.
Three of his five wins have come here; cracking run in a Group 2 here last time; player.
16
5th (16) Run Ran Run (7/1 -27%)
Run Ran Run

7
7/1(-27%)
(16) Run Ran Run 7/1, Lightly-raced winner. 2 wins from 4 runs this year. 5/1, career best when winning 9-runner handicap at this C&D (good) 25 days ago. Can give a good account.
Both wins here, including a C&D premier handicap last time; this tougher off 2lb higher.
15
6th (15) Silmaniya (8/1 +27%)
Silmaniya

8
8/1(+27%)
(15) Silmaniya 8/1, 2 lengths seventh of 9 to Run Ran Run in handicap (9/2) at this C&D (good) 25 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time.
Consistent last year and not a bad run over C&D on return; can improve and down 3lb.
17
7th (17) Sheikh Maz Mahood (10/1 +9%)
Sheikh Maz Mahood

10
10/1(+9%)
(17) Sheikh Maz Mahood 10/1, 1 win from 1 run this year. Career best when winning 9-runner handicap at Musselburgh (5f, good, 15/2) 48 days ago under this rider. Remains unexposed.
Improving UK-trained sort won well on return at Musselburgh and has to be considered.
8
8th (8) Came From The Dark (8/1 -33%)
Came From The Dark

8
8/1(-33%)
(8) Came From The Dark 8/1, 20/1, excuses when eleventh of 20 in handicap at Epsom (5f, good to firm) 29 days ago, left poorly placed. Stable having good spell. Respected.
Five-time winner wasn't at his best in Epsom Dash last time but a squeak on previous run.
11
9th (11) Lokada (40/1 -43%)
Lokada

40
40/1(-43%)
(11) Lokada 40/1, 33/1, 3 lengths fifth of 6 to Go Athletico in listed race at Cork (5f, good to soft) 16 days ago. Tough to assess at present.
Dual AW winner showed improved form when beaten 3l in a Listed last time; tough mark now.
4
10th (4) Laugh A Minute (10/1 +17%)
Laugh A Minute

10
10/1(+17%)
(4) Laugh A Minute 10/1, C&D winner. Latest win here in March. Good head second of 15 to Tawaazon in handicap at this course (6f, good to soft, 16/1) 37 days ago, running on late. Can make presence felt.
Dual C&D winner was a fine 2nd over 6f here last time; can be involved off the same mark.
7
11th (7) Harmony Rose (25/1 -56%)
Harmony Rose

25
25/1(-56%)
(7) Harmony Rose 25/1, Latest win at Dundalk in February. 2¼ lengths fourth of 6 to Go Athletico in listed race (11/2) at Cork (5f, good to soft) 16 days ago.
Just 2-22 and went up 6lb for her 4th in a Cork Listed race last time, so a tough task.
13
12th (13) Mehman (20/1 +0%)
Mehman

20
20/1(+0%)
(13) Mehman 20/1, 2 wins from 3 runs this year. 1½ lengths fifth of 7 to Harmony Rose in handicap (5/6) at Dundalk (5f). Off 128 days. First run for yard after leaving G. O'Leary. Has to be taken seriously off lower turf mark.
Improved on AW over the winter and has a shout if can translate that to turf off this mark.
3
13th (3) Hispanic (14/1 +22%)
Hispanic

14
14/1(+22%)
(3) Hispanic 14/1, C&D winner. Below form fifteenth of 26 in handicap at Royal Ascot (5f, good to firm, 10/1) 9 days ago, merely closing up late.
Impressive C&D maiden winner hasn't gone on since and has to get back to best.
12
14th (12) Loveday (14/1 +22%)
Loveday

14
14/1(+22%)
(12) Loveday 14/1, 5/1, respectable third of 8 in handicap at Down Royal (5f, good) 9 days ago. Visor back on.
Just one win but lots of good runs in defeat, including at Down Royal last time.
9
15th (9) Primo Uomo (50/1 +0%)
Primo Uomo

50
50/1(+0%)
(9) Primo Uomo 50/1, C&D winner. First run since leaving G. O'Leary when eighth of 10 in handicap (28/1) at Cork (5f, good to soft) 16 days ago.
Eight-time winner, incl' over C&D; needs to improve from recent Cork return.
10
|PU| (10) Jon Riggens (4/1 +47%)
Jon Riggens

4
4/1(+47%)
(10) Jon Riggens 4/1, C&D winner. Latest win at Navan in May. Creditable length fourth of 15 to Tawaazon in handicap at this course (6f, good to soft, 11/1) 37 days ago, clear of rest. Not taken lightly.
C&D winner ran a fine race over 6f here last time and back to this trip will suit.
LTO Selection:

15:00 Curragh Handicap 5f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

A wide-open contest in which preferences lies with the unexposed RUN RAN RUN. A game winner over C&D on his most recent outing, the son of No Nay Never left a strong impression that there would be more to come and he can mount another bold bid off a 2lb higher mark. Silmaniya finished in seventh behind the selection on her latest run but can give him plenty to think about now on this occasion. Big Gossey and Laugh A Minute are just two others who boast solid credentials.

MEHMAN still has to prove he's as effective away from Dundalk, but he's potentially well treated from a lower turf mark so could be worth chancing back from a break for a new trainer. Progressive and unexposed pair Run Ran Run and Sheikh Maz Mahood head the dangers.

Having run a cracker behind Tawaazon and Wait A Minute over 6f here last time from a low draw, JON RIGGENS can turn the tables


15:12 Uttoxeter Handicap Chase (Class 2) 26f - 16 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Dist Win % Dist Place % Dist Betfair Place % Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Weight Runs Age Comments
4
1st (4) Twig (3.33/1 +33%)
Twig

3.33
3.33/1(+33%)
(4) Twig 3.33/1, Multiple point/chase winner who has been in good form back hurdling, making it 3 wins in his last 5 starts when seeing off 8 rivals in a 3m course handicap 6 weeks ago. Races off the same mark back over fences. Can't be discounted.
Productive sort; won off this mark here on latest hurdles run; 3-4 over rules fences.
7
2nd (7) Ruthless Article (9/1 -50%)
Ruthless Article

9
9/1(-50%)
(7) Ruthless Article 9/1, C&D winner who was a fine second in this 12 months ago. 20¾ lengths behind Kinondo Kwetu at Aintree last time but this has probably been the target and he's back on a workable mark.
Clear second in this contest last year, then went one better in C&D event; interesting.
1
3rd (1) Kinondo Kwetu (4.5/1 +31%)
Kinondo Kwetu

4.5
4.5/1(+31%)
(1) Kinondo Kwetu 4.5/1, Most progressive over fences, making it 6 wins from 8 starts when seeing of another improver (pair well clear) at Aintree (25, good) in May. Further 8 lb rise is unlikely to prevent a bold bid from this very likeable 7-y-o.
Highly progressive sort whose chase record is 6-8; two from two here; commands respect.
8
4th (8) Fidux (20/1 -43%)
Fidux

20
20/1(-43%)
(8) Fidux 20/1, Made frame in 2022 Scottish National and back to form with a trio runner-up efforts this spring. They were all in small fields, though, and a bit more will be needed to go close in this much deeper race.
Runner-up in last three starts but may struggle to go one better in this deeper field.
2
5th (2) Definite Plan (16/1 -14%)
Definite Plan

16
16/1(-14%)
(2) Definite Plan 16/1, Not the most reliable but he arrives on the back of good placed efforts in recent months. One of 2 contenders for his top Irish stable.
Creditable second in similar event at Perth last month despite jumping left; place claims.
15
6th (15) Captain Tommy (22/1 +33%)
Captain Tommy

22
22/1(+33%)
(15) Captain Tommy 22/1, Capitalised on a freefalling mark in no uncertain terms when running away with a 3m handicap chase at Bangor (good) in May. Similar form when second at Stratford a fortnight later but he's running from 7 lb out of the weights here.
Back in better form the last twice; now 7lb out of weights.
5
7th (5) Anightinlambourn (50/1 -79%)
Anightinlambourn

50
50/1(-79%)
(5) Anightinlambourn 50/1, Progressive over fences in the second half of 2022 but has questions to answer all of a sudden after 2 very poor runs at Cheltenham this spring. First-time cheekpieces need to have a positive effect.
Form has dipped sharply in two runs this year; cheekpieces enlisted.
14
8th (14) Jaytee (7/1 +42%)
Jaytee

7
7/1(+42%)
(14) Jaytee 7/1, Better than ever when back-to-back winner of small-field events at Southwell in recent months. Thriving but this is a much more competitive environment.
Scored easily at Southwell the last twice; upped in grade but he's better than ever.
13
9th (13) The Abbey (11/1 -10%)
The Abbey

11
11/1(-10%)
(13) The Abbey 11/1, Winner of handicap chases around this trip at Down Royal and Limerick in May. Couldn't complete the hat-trick but ran well again when third of 11 at Roscommon 3 weeks ago. Has to enter the reckoning.
Irish chaser who has a solid record this season and remains unexposed at 3m2f; appealing.
3
|F| (3) Coeur Serein (22/1 -57%)
Coeur Serein

22
22/1(-57%)
(3) Coeur Serein 22/1, Back to winning ways in a small field at Newbury in February. Pulled up in Kim Muir at Cheltenham Festival but bounced back to form when fifth of 14 over 3f at Punchestown in April.
Sole chase win came in three-runner field; doesn't look the answer on balance of form.
10
10th (10) Organdi (33/1 -18%)
Organdi

33
33/1(-18%)
(10) Organdi 33/1, Back to winning ways in 25f Warwick handicap in September. Similar form when third of 7 in a veterans' event at Cartmel 5 weeks ago but this is probably going to be too competitive for her.
Finished third in veterans' contest at Cartmel last time; this is a harder task.
11
11th (11) Amateur (11/1 -22%)
Amateur

11
11/1(-22%)
(11) Amateur 11/1, Added to his good Ffos Las record with a win in May but pulled up in this race 12 months ago and suspicion he might struggle again.
Last three wins came in 3m4f events at Ffos Las; pulled up in this race 12 months ago.
6
12th (6) Russian Diamond (66/1 -164%)
Russian Diamond

66
66/1(-164%)
(6) Russian Diamond 66/1, Fairly useful hurdler/chaser in Ireland. Fell heavily in Listowel hunter last month and he'll need to keep the errors down to mix it in a competitive handicap like this.
Irish challenger who doesn't look particularly on his form for current yard.
9
13th (9) Cap Du Nord (6.5/1 -18%)
Cap Du Nord

6.5
6.5/1(-18%)
(9) Cap Du Nord 6.5/1, Back to winning ways in valuable event at Ascot in February. Creditable third of 11 here 6 weeks ago and likely primed for a big run for a stable does so well in top-end handicap chases.
Useful chaser who finished third here last time; major player judged on his peak ability.
16
14th (16) Easkey Lad (25/1 +38%)
Easkey Lad

25
25/1(+38%)
(16) Easkey Lad 25/1, Has improved to win a pair of 3m Ffos Las handicaps in recent months but he's effectively 21 lb higher than last time (12 lb out of weights) so a much bigger performance will be required to complete the hat-trick.
Couple of Class 5 wins at Ffos Las this term; now 12lb out of the handicap.
12
|PU| (12) Kalooki (16/1 -14%)
Kalooki

16
16/1(-14%)
(12) Kalooki 16/1, Lost his way for Philip Hobbs after a Doncaster win in December 2021 but has come down a long way in the weights as a result and if anyone is going to revive him it could be Christian Williams. One to keep a very close eye on in the betting.
Very well handicapped granted a revival on debut for new stable; check market signals.
LTO Selection:

15:12 Uttoxeter Handicap Chase (Class 2) 26f Race Class Flow

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

KINONDO KWETU has become something of a winning machine in this sphere, and it wasn't a surprise when he got back on that trail at Aintree in May. The seven-year-old is unbeaten at this track as well, and he may have too much class for the likes of Captain Tommy and Fidux, who has been runner-up on his last three outings. Cap Du Nord seems to be better going right-handed, while The Abbey commands attention.

The excellent record of the Christian Williams yard in valuable handicap chases swings the vote the way of CAP DU NORD. The very progressive Kinondo Kwetu is feared most despite clear top weight. Twig, who won over hurdles here off an identical mark on his latest start, last year's runner-up Ruthless Article and The Abbey also make the shortlist in one of the highlights of the summer jumps season.

Improving KINONDO KWETU (nap) is taken to defy top weight and enhance his excellent strike-rate over fences. Twig is second choice.


15:21 Cartmel Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 22f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Dist Win % Dist Place % Dist Betfair Place % Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (1) Didtheyleaveuoutto (7/1 +30%)
Didtheyleaveuoutto

7
7/1(+30%)
(1) Didtheyleaveuoutto 7/1, Useful sort for Nick Gifford. Hasn't offered much over hurdles for current yard and would need to see market support to consider. Cheekpieces go back on.
Has dropped down the weights but has something to prove after heavy defeats the last twice.
7
2nd (7) City Derby (3/1 +45%)
City Derby

3
3/1(+45%)
(7) City Derby 3/1, Back to form with a bang for new stable when winning 21f Wetherby handicap in April. Creditable second over 7f over C&D latest. Respected again.
Runner-up over C&D last time and he's on the shortlist.
3
3rd (3) Alqamar (5/1 +29%)
Alqamar

5
5/1(+29%)
(3) Alqamar 5/1, Completed a four-timer over shorter in 2021 (3 wins here). Never got going in 2022 but shaped as if in better form when 3½ lengths fifth of 7 on C&D reappearance 32 days ago. Well treated if he can build on that.
Regressive last year but reappeared with fair run here and he's a three-time course winner.
8
4th (8) Presenting Pete (4.5/1 -13%)
Presenting Pete

4.5
4.5/1(-13%)
(8) Presenting Pete 4.5/1, In good form in handicap hurdles for this stable last summer and looks to have returned in fine fettle again, very much in contention when falling at the last at Southwell (20.5f) 25 days ago. Player off an unchanged mark if none the worse.
Expensive to follow but in the mix when falling at final flight at Southwell last time.
2
5th (2) Latino Fling (5/1 +23%)
Latino Fling

5
5/1(+23%)
(2) Latino Fling 5/1, Good strike rate over hurdles for this yard, winning over 2½m at Aintree and Worcester in recent months. Up to a career-high mark but can't be discounted in her current mood.
Has won her last two; now on a career-high mark but key player in her current form.
9
6th (9) Bells Express (5.5/1 +54%)
Bells Express

5.5
5.5/1(+54%)
(9) Bells Express 5.5/1, Behind Hungry Tiger on chase debut fitted with tongue tie here on Friday and work to do.
Lightly raced but has failed to threaten here in his two handicaps (hurdles/fences).
4
7th (4) Moonlight Spirit (12/1 +40%)
Moonlight Spirit

12
12/1(+40%)
(4) Moonlight Spirit 12/1, Smart stayer on Flat in 2019 for Charlie Appleby and made a winning hurdles debut at Carlisle in December 2021. Little promise since, although a line can be put through latest run (jockey rode finish a circuit too soon).
Had an excuse here in May but his claims aren't compelling on last season's form.
LTO Selection:

15:21 Cartmel Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 22f Race Class Flow

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

This could go the way of the hat-trick seeking LATINO FLING, who has gone up 5lb following a comfortable success over 2m4f at Worcester last month. A rise of the aforementioned amount may not be enough to stop her adding to her tally and she is fancied to get the better of Presenting Pete, who was going well when coming to grief at the last at Southwell most recently. City Derby is another to bear in mind.

Plenty with chances, with a narrow vote going the way of PRESENTING PETE who would have gone close but for departing late on at Southwell. City Derby was second over C&D last time and heads the dangers.

Having been a good second over C&D last time, CITY DERBY is taken to go one better. The in-form mare Latino Fling is second choice.


15:30 Windsor Stakes (Class 4) 5f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Dist Win % Dist Place % Dist Betfair Place % Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Weight Runs Age Comments
3
1st (3) Ardad's Great (6/1 -50%)
Ardad's Great

6
6/1(-50%)
(3) Ardad's Great 6/1, Fairly useful form in Ireland last year. Ran to a fair level when second in 6f course novice on her British debut in May but she's been well below par twice since. Bounce back is needed.
Disappointing on fast ground the last twice; something to prove and now reverts to 5f.
5
2nd (5) Flying Kiss (4/1 -14%)
Flying Kiss

4
4/1(-14%)
(5) Flying Kiss 4/1, 9/2, third of 6 in maiden at Chelmsford (6f) on debut in January, tiring late on. The drop back to 5f shouldn't be an issue and she's a likely improver for her in-form stable.
Promise amidst inexperience on her Chelmsford debut in Jan (6f); should do better in time.
1
3rd (1) Moonlight Dreamer (40/1 +39%)
Moonlight Dreamer

40
40/1(+39%)
(1) Moonlight Dreamer 40/1, 50/1, well held on 6f course debut 5 weeks ago. Tongue tie added now. Can only be watched after that.
Remote 7th on his debut here in May (6f); tongue tied now; not easily recommended.
2
4th (2) Never This Way (2.75/1 -38%)
Never This Way

2.75
2.75/1(-38%)
(2) Never This Way 2.75/1, Fair form when third in sprint novices at Kempton (6f) and Bath (5f). Represents a leading yard and ought to be in the shake-up again.
Promise in both starts and remains capable of better; more appealing than many.
4
5th (4) Darkened Edge (20/1 +60%)
Darkened Edge

20
20/1(+60%)
(4) Darkened Edge 20/1, Cable Bay filly. Closely related to 6f winner On Edge and half-sister to 5f-6f winner Edged Out and winner up to 7.5f Surewecan. Has had wind surgery ahead of debut. Also fitted with a hood. Betting should guide.
Bred to have a future but she's had a wind op prior to her debut and also wears a hood.
7
6th (7) Tephi (1.25/1 +38%)
Tephi

1.25
1.25/1(+38%)
(7) Tephi 1.25/1, Fair form when runner-up 5 times from 9 starts at 2. Likely to be on the premises on her return to action but her record suggests she could be vulnerable to an improver.
Runner-up in five of her nine 2yo runs; conditions fine but goes without headgear today.
6
7th (6) Stocks Park (25/1 +38%)
Stocks Park

25
25/1(+38%)
(6) Stocks Park 25/1, Showed a bit when fourth on AW debut last autumn but below that level in her 2 outings since.
Still to build on her debut promise and looks up against it in this field.
LTO Selection:

15:30 Windsor Stakes (Class 4) 5f Race Class Flow

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

NEVER THIS WAY improved when third over this trip at Bath last month and the son of No Nay Never can build on that here. His dam was Listed-placed during her career and William Haggas' three-year-old showed scope for further improvement during the aforementioned outing. Flying Kiss finished a fair third at Chelmsford on her racecourse debut in January and merits consideration on her turf bow, while Ardad's Great heads the remainder.

Archie Watson has his team in good form so FLYING KISS gets the nod to build on an encouraging first effort at Chelmsford in January. Tephi had plenty of chances last year but her form puts her right there on her return to action. Never This Way is another likely to be on the premises.

There has been sufficient promise in NEVER THIS WAY's two runs to think he could win this uncompetitive novice event.


15:40 Curragh Group 1 12f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Dist Win % Dist Place % Dist Betfair Place % Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Weight Runs Age Comments
2
1st (2) Auguste Rodin (0.36/1 -24%)
Auguste Rodin

0.36
0.36/1(-24%)
(2) Auguste Rodin 0.36/1, Unlucky on debut and made no mistake in 3 subsequent outings at 2 yrs, running out the comfortable winner of Group 1 Futurity at Doncaster (1m, heavy) in October. Ran no sort of race when favourite for 2000 Guineas but back with a bang when comfortably winning the Derby at Epsom. Hard to beat.
1
2nd (1) Adelaide River (33/1 +34%)
Adelaide River

33
33/1(+34%)
(1) Adelaide River 33/1, Winning debut on AW last summer and placed 4 times at Group level since. Ran as well as could have been expected when 10¾ lengths eighth of 14 to Auguste Rodin in Derby at Epsom (12f, good to firm, 33/1) 29 days ago. Up against it again.
3
3rd (3) Covent Garden (80/1 +36%)
Covent Garden

80
80/1(+36%)
(3) Covent Garden 80/1, Useful colt. Blinkered for 1st time, very good length third of 6 to Peking Opera in listed race (9/2) at Navan (13f, soft) 50 days ago. Plenty to find on form. Potential pacemaker.
4
4th (4) Peking Opera (66/1 +18%)
Peking Opera

66
66/1(+18%)
(4) Peking Opera 66/1, Off the mark at the second attempt, then upped his form again to make a successful return in listed race at Navan. Not seen to best effect in Queen's Vase (6/1) at Royal Ascot (14.2f, good) 11 days ago but this is a huge ask.
8
5th (8) Up And Under (28/1 -75%)
Up And Under

28
28/1(-75%)
(8) Up And Under 28/1, Still a maiden but was only ½ length behind White Birch in Group 3 at Leopardstown and pulled clear of rest when 3 lengths second of 8 to Sprewell in Derby Trial Stakes there since. Not taken lightly.
7
6th (7) Sprewell (6.5/1 +13%)
Sprewell

6.5
6.5/1(+13%)
(7) Sprewell 6.5/1, Confirmed 2-y-o promise when making a winning return in novice at Naas. Progressed again when following up in Derby Trial at Leopardstown before good 7 lengths fourth to Auguste Rodin in Derby at Epsom, hampered at crucial stage. Remains capable of better.
5
7th (5) Proud And Regal (33/1 +34%)
Proud And Regal

33
33/1(+34%)
(5) Proud And Regal 33/1, Group 1 winner over 1m at 2 yrs in France (Criterium International at Saint-Cloud). Respectable 5½ lengths third of 8 to Sprewell in Derby Trial Stakes at Leopardstown (10f, heavy, 6/4) on return but only sixth in Irish 2000 Guineas here since. Step up in trip should at least suit.
9
8th (9) White Birch (6/1 +14%)
White Birch

6
6/1(+14%)
(9) White Birch 6/1, Confirmed debut promise to win maiden at Dundalk and took another big step forward when following up in Ballysax Stakes at Leopardstown on return. Ran on strongly when close second in Dante at York before good 5¼ lengths third to Auguste Rodin in Derby (12/1) at Epsom, poorly placed. Respected.
6
|U| (6) San Antonio (16/1 +60%)
San Antonio

16
16/1(+60%)
(6) San Antonio 16/1, Continued his race-by-race progression when winning the Dee Stakes at Chester, making most. However, well held in Derby at Epsom since, albeit looking ill at ease on the track.
LTO Selection:

15:40 Curragh Group 1 12f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

AUGUSTE RODIN massively improved on his effort in the 2000 Guineas when running down King Of Steel to win the Derby at Epsom last month. The second boosted that form with an impressive win at Royal Ascot recently and it is very hard to oppose this son of Deep Impact. Sprewell (fourth) finished a place behind White Birch (third) on that occasion but may well be able to reverse that form on this more conventional track, while Up And Under is the pick of the remainder.

AUGUSTE RODIN produced a high-class performance to run down subsequent King Edward VII winner King of Steel in the Epsom Derby and can become the first horse since Harzand in 2016 to complete the Derby double. Sprewell and White Birch both weren't seen to best effect behind the selection at Epsom and they have solid claims of making the frame again.

Having bounced back brilliantly from his 2,000 Guineas lapse AUGUSTE RODIN is a confident choice to complete the Epsom/Curragh double


15:52 Uttoxeter Handicap Hurdle (Class 2) 23f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Dist Win % Dist Place % Dist Betfair Place % Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Weight Runs Age Comments
4
1st (4) Jet Of Magic (4.5/1 +55%)
Jet Of Magic

4.5
4.5/1(+55%)
(4) Jet Of Magic 4.5/1, Bumper winner who developed into a fairly useful handicap hurdler last season having joined Paul Nicholls, winning at Hereford (21.7f) on stable debut before placing on his next 3 starts. Off 80 days ahead of first outing for new yard with tongue strap now applied.
Ex-Paul Nicholls; tongue-tie added on debut for new stable; good chance on best form.
8
2nd (8) Mr Yeats (7.5/1 +17%)
Mr Yeats

7.5
7.5/1(+17%)
(8) Mr Yeats 7.5/1, Won a trio of handicap hurdles last season, recording back-to-back victories at Newton Abbot (26.5f) in September. Stepped up on his reappearance when third of 5 at Fontwell (25.8f) 16 days ago, but may just find others stronger off his current mark.
Consistent in the main and looks likely to give his running.
7
3rd (7) Sacre Coeur (1.5/1 +55%)
Sacre Coeur

1.5
1.5/1(+55%)
(7) Sacre Coeur 1.5/1, Fairly useful hurdle/chase winner in France and successful in handicap hurdle at Haydock (24.3f) in December. After 3 months off (had wind op), shaped encouragingly on first run since leaving Jonjo O'Neill when second at Market Rasen 23 days ago. Leading contender.
Nicely weighted and this step back up in trip looks ideal on second start for Dan Skelton.
6
4th (6) Merry Poppins (6/1 +25%)
Merry Poppins

6
6/1(+25%)
(6) Merry Poppins 6/1, Remains without a win since her debut but continues in good heart for her current yard, finding it a barely adequate test when third of 5 at Cartmel (17.2f) in May. Can be thereabouts once more returned to this longer distance.
Largely consistent, including in some warm handicaps, for current stable; possibilities.
5
5th (5) Jesuitique (11/1 -38%)
Jesuitique

11
11/1(-38%)
(5) Jesuitique 11/1, Made a bright start for his current yard in 2021/22, winning 3 of his first 4 races. Found it tougher at Sandown in February last year but, having had a wind op, shaped as if back in form when fourth at Cheltenham 10 weeks later. Has 14-month absence to overcome.
Had a record of 3-6 for new yard in 2021-22 campaign; returns from long layoff.
3
|PU| (3) Giovanni Change (7.5/1 -7%)
Giovanni Change

7.5
7.5/1(-7%)
(3) Giovanni Change 7.5/1, Prone to mistakes over hurdles but, after scoring on the level at Pontefract, he jumped better on the whole when recording a fourth success at Market Rasen (23.1f) in May. Run of good form halted back at Pontefract last time, though may have found the ground quick enough.
Game winner at Market Rasen on most recent attempt over hurdles; not dismissed.
1
|PU| (1) Jungle Prose (11/1 -389%)
Jungle Prose

11
11/1(-389%)
(1) Jungle Prose 11/1, Most progressive having joined Gordon Elliott last season, racking up a 4-timer in handicaps in October/November. Handicapper might have finally caught up with her by the end of the campaign, though possibly better for the run when second at Wexford on return. Respected.
Not disgraced at Wexford last time but she's lumbered with top weight back in a handicap.
2
|PU| (2) Perfect Attitude (28/1 -155%)
Perfect Attitude

28
28/1(-155%)
(2) Perfect Attitude 28/1, Useful hurdler who left his chase debut form behind when runner-up in Listowel maiden (22f) in September. However, after making his return over hurdles he disappointed back over fences at Killarney last time. Bounce back called for reverted to hurdling.
Along with stablemate Jungle Prose, he doesn't look attractively handicapped.
LTO Selection:

15:52 Uttoxeter Handicap Hurdle (Class 2) 23f Race Class Flow

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

JUNGLE PROSE was highly progressive last season and the pick of her form suggests that she could be hard to beat at this level off a mark of 139. Giovanni Change was successful when last seen over hurdles in May and he could prove to be the main threat to the selection, although Sacre Coeur and Jet Of Magic should not be underestimated.

Making her seasonal/stable debut, SACRE COEUR shaped encouragingly when runner-up at Market Rasen and she can build on that effort to return to winning ways back up in trip. Merry Poppins continues in good heart and can go well again with the return to this longer distance to suit, while Jungle Prose is also respected for Gordon Elliott.

Back up in distance, SACRE COEUR could well build on her Market Rasen effort and go one better. Jet Of Magic is second choice.


16:01 Cartmel Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 25f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Dist Win % Dist Place % Dist Betfair Place % Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (1) Our Sam (6.5/1 +13%)
Our Sam

6.5
6.5/1(+13%)
(1) Our Sam 6.5/1, Opened his account in 25f Carlisle handicap in February and was back on track when fourth over C&D last month. Others look better treated, however.
Fair fourth in C&D Class 2 in May and could be involved now back down in grade.
4
2nd (4) Shantou Sunset (7.5/1 -7%)
Shantou Sunset

7.5
7.5/1(-7%)
(4) Shantou Sunset 7.5/1, Won at Stratford in April and followed it up with a solid showing at the same course the following month. Has since left Tim Vaughan and never been the most reliable.
In good form in the spring for Tim Vaughan and she's respected on her stable debut.
14
3rd (14) Strike Of Lighting (4/1 +11%)
Strike Of Lighting

4
4/1(+11%)
(14) Strike Of Lighting 4/1, Ridden by a good-value 7 lb conditional when belatedly off the mark over 22f here a month ago. Should run his race again.
Won over C&D in May and he's unexposed over staying trips; could play a leading role.
3
4th (3) Kingston Kid (16/1 +0%)
Kingston Kid

16
16/1(+0%)
(3) Kingston Kid 16/1, Fair hurdler who ran respectably at Tipperary 45 days ago. Hasn't won for a while but may well have been primed for a big run here.
Just one win from 20 starts but good second of 17 at Cork two starts ago and not ruled out.
12
5th (12) Light Heidi (28/1 -133%)
Light Heidi

28
28/1(-133%)
(12) Light Heidi 28/1, Poor handicap hurdler who failed to feature at Downpatrick last time. On a reasonable mark and blinkered for the first time now.
One to watch in the betting but she's hard to fancy on recent evidence.
13
6th (13) Classic Lady (2.5/1 -25%)
Classic Lady

2.5
2.5/1(-25%)
(13) Classic Lady 2.5/1, Lightly-raced mare who has improved markedly of late, completing a Hexham double in ready fashion from the front a week ago. Should take all the beating again.
2-2 in these cheekpieces and a 7lb penalty may not prevent the hat-trick.
11
|PU| (11) Baby Sham (6/1 +33%)
Baby Sham

6
6/1(+33%)
(11) Baby Sham 6/1, Cashed in on a career-low mark in 9-runner handicap at Fakenham in May before proving surprisingly well suited by the longer trip to land a 5-runner event at Fontwell (25.8f, good) 16 days ago. Engaged here 4.47 Friday.
Won at Fontwell a fortnight ago; good to soft ground may not have suited here on Friday.
8
|PU| (8) Dillarchie (10/1 +50%)
Dillarchie

10
10/1(+50%)
(8) Dillarchie 10/1, Displayed a good attitude when opening her hurdles account back from a break at Wetherby (3m, soft) in April but hasn't fired in two runs at Hexham since.
Made a winning return from a break in April but pulled up/well beaten the next twice.
2
|PU| (2) Native Fighter (11/1 -10%)
Native Fighter

11
11/1(-10%)
(2) Native Fighter 11/1, Dual course winner who had a quiet 2022 but is worthy of a market check returning from 7 months off on a reduced mark.
Two-time course winner but he was regressive last year; returns from some time off.
7
|PU| (7) Colonel Manderson (22/1 +0%)
Colonel Manderson

22
22/1(+0%)
(7) Colonel Manderson 22/1, Fair 3m hurdles winner for Dan Skelton but good deal to prove judged on his exploits to date for present yard, acknowledging his latest fifth at Perth was a small step in the right direction. Cheekpieces are refitted.
Step back in right direction at Perth but needs to take another here; cheekpieces return.
9
|PU| (9) Wee Jerry (66/1 -32%)
Wee Jerry

66
66/1(-32%)
(9) Wee Jerry 66/1, Hard to catch right and big step forward needed to open his account.
Tailed off at 28-1 here on Friday and he's hard to fancy.
10
|PU| (10) Social Distancing (100/1 +20%)
Social Distancing

100
100/1(+20%)
(10) Social Distancing 100/1, Maiden pointer has gone with no recent encouragement under Rules. Hard to fancy with cheekpieces on for 1st time. Engaged 4.47 here Friday.
Maiden who was tailed off in Ireland in first two handicaps, and same story here on Friday.
LTO Selection:

16:01 Cartmel Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 25f Race Class Flow

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

CLASSIC LADY has proved a different proposition since making the running and a 7lb penalty for her 11-length romp at Hexham last Sunday may not be enough to prevent Mark Walford's eight-year-old from completing a hat-trick. Strike Of Lighting appears fairly treated on his victory here in May and is feared most off 6lb higher in the ratings, while Shantou Sunset also arrives in good heart and is another to note.

CLASSIC LADY is firmly on the up and much of her opposition are well exposed, so she's a confident choice to land the hat-trick. Baby Sham is also going the right way and could be involved if taking part (entered here on Friday), while Strike of Lightning can't be dismissed having opened his account here last time.

This could be between two at the foot of the weights, with May's C&D winner STRIKE OF LIGHTING preferred ahead of Classic Lady.


16:10 Windsor Handicap (Class 4) 11f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Dist Win % Dist Place % Dist Betfair Place % Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Weight Runs Age Comments
5
1st (5) Mr Freedom (2.25/1 -50%)
Mr Freedom

2.25
2.25/1(-50%)
(5) Mr Freedom 2.25/1, Career best when winning 8-runner handicap (6/5) at this C&D (good to soft) 20 days ago, pushed out. Big shout again.
3-3 on Flat this year, including clearcut win when 6-5 favourite over C&D three weeks ago.
6
2nd (6) Dark Island (4.5/1 +10%)
Dark Island

4.5
4.5/1(+10%)
(6) Dark Island 4.5/1, Creditable third of 12 in handicap at Newbury (10f, firm, 9/2) 17 days ago. Respected.
Back to his best when a very close, never-nearer third of 12 at Newbury (1m2f) last time.
2
3rd (2) In The Breeze (2.5/1 +25%)
In The Breeze

2.5
2.5/1(+25%)
(2) In The Breeze 2.5/1, Improved on recent efforts to win 7-runner handicap at Haydock (11.8f, good to firm, 9/2) 36 days ago, overcoming pace bias. Can go well again.
Impressed with the way he came from last to first at Haydock (1m4f) five weeks ago.
3
4th (3) True Courage (9/1 +50%)
True Courage

9
9/1(+50%)
(3) True Courage 9/1, Ninth of 10 in handicap (18/1) at Kempton (11f), doing too much too soon. Off 8 months. Will probably need this reappearance.
2nd in this race last year but his last two campaigns suggest that this run will be needed.
1
5th (1) Noble Anthem (16/1 -14%)
Noble Anthem

16
16/1(-14%)
(1) Noble Anthem 16/1, 33/1, thirteenth of 15 in handicap at York (11.8f, good to firm) 15 days ago. Blinkers on 1st time. Others make more appeal.
No impact on last six starts (two over hurdles); now tries blinkers.
7
6th (7) My Chiquita (7/1 -40%)
My Chiquita

7
7/1(-40%)
(7) My Chiquita 7/1, 2 wins from 4 runs this year. Career best when winning 3-runner handicap (7/4) at Leicester (11.8f, good to firm) 15 days ago, well on top finish. Solid claims in the hat-trick bid.
Hat-trick bid; raised another 5lb and into a much better race but she is firmly on the up.
4
7th (4) Rogue Rocket (12/1 +14%)
Rogue Rocket

12
12/1(+14%)
(4) Rogue Rocket 12/1, 15/2 and visored for 1st time, second of 3 in handicap at Salisbury (9.9f, good to firm) 14 days ago, no match for winner. On a handy mark if he can build on that.
Creditable second in three-runner race at Salisbury (1m2f) two weeks ago with first visor.
LTO Selection:

16:10 Windsor Handicap (Class 4) 11f Race Class Flow

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

MR FREEDOM continued his fine run of form when winning over C&D last month with something in hand and another 6lb rise may not be enough to prevent Sheena West's gelding from scoring again. In The Breeze gained his first success of the season when getting his head in front in the dying strides at Haydock in May and he could emerge as the chief threat off only 3lb more. The progressive My Chiquita seeks a hat-trick and also enters calculations.

This is a strong race for the grade but MR FREEDOM has looked well ahead of the handicapper since returning to the Flat and he's fancied to go in again at the likely expense of the hat-trick seeking My Chiquita. In The Breeze, who overcame a pace bias to defy a reduced mark at Haydock last time, is another to consider.

The three last-time-out winners left a notably favourable impression. MR FREEDOM (nap) is preferred to My Chiquita.


16:15 Curragh Handicap 8f - 18 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Dist Win % Dist Place % Dist Betfair Place % Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Weight Runs Age Comments
10
1st (10) Blues Emperor (7/1 +18%)
Blues Emperor

7
7/1(+18%)
(10) Blues Emperor 7/1, Career best when winning 13-runner handicap (2/1) at Naas (8f, good to firm) 42 days ago, always holding on. Yard in good form. Should give another good account.
Shows every sign of developing into a reliable handicapper, this is his stiffest test yet.
6
2nd (6) Chazzesmee (11/1 -214%)
Chazzesmee

11
11/1(-214%)
(6) Chazzesmee 11/1, Career best when winning 12-runner handicap at Naas (7f, heavy, 11/8), well on top finish. Off 98 days. Needs more improvement if he's to complete the hat-trick.
Problems seem to be behind him judged on wins at Dundalk and Naas, has had a good break.
21
3rd (21) Zabeir (16/1 +52%)
Zabeir

16
16/1(+52%)
(21) Zabeir 16/1, Career best when winning 12-runner maiden (11/1) at Dundalk (7f), keeping on well. Off 9 months. Likely to need the run. Engaged 6.05 here Friday.
Dundalk winner on final start last season, due to run in the 6.05 here on Friday.
5
4th (5) Rahmi (4/1 -60%)
Rahmi

4
4/1(-60%)
(5) Rahmi 4/1, Won 20-runner handicap (18/1) at this C&D (good to soft) 37 days ago. Stable having good spell. On the up and likely to go well again.
Narrow C&D winner in May on second Irish start, has potential to make further progress.
12
5th (12) Howyoulikethat (16/1 +60%)
Howyoulikethat

16
16/1(+60%)
(12) Howyoulikethat 16/1, 10/1, respectable fourth of 13 in handicap at Leopardstown (9f, good) 24 days ago, faring best of those held up. Can't be ruled out.
Mid-division on seasonal debut, took a step back to best form with Leopardstown fourth.
22
6th (22) Gambe Veloci (7/1 +30%)
Gambe Veloci

7
7/1(+30%)
(22) Gambe Veloci 7/1, 1 win from 2 runs this year. 13/2, good 3 lengths sixth of 20 to Rahmi in handicap at this C&D (good to soft) 37 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Likely to be on the premises.
Took a hike in the ratings for maiden win at Limerick, good C&D effort on handicap debut.
18
7th (18) No More Porter (10/1 +0%)
No More Porter

10
10/1(+0%)
(18) No More Porter 10/1, C&D winner. Thirteen runs since last win in 2021. Creditable 2¾ lengths fourth of 20 to Rahmi in handicap at this C&D (good to soft, 8/1) 37 days ago. Tongue strap back on. Respected.
Has run creditably in three large-field handicap this term, needs to find a bit extra now.
11
8th (11) Cordouan (28/1 +58%)
Cordouan

28
28/1(+58%)
(11) Cordouan 28/1, 4/1, bit below form third of 6 in handicap at Limerick (8f, good to soft) 18 days ago. Others are more appealing.
Laytown winner last September placed all three starts since then, yard is well represented.
4
9th (4) Current Option (25/1 +62%)
Current Option

25
25/1(+62%)
(4) Current Option 25/1, 50/1, creditable 3 lengths fifth of 20 to Rahmi in handicap at this C&D (good to soft) 37 days ago. Becoming well treated and can't be ruled out.
Best known for his exploits at Galway, 0-10 at this venue but has often run well here.
3
10th (3) Casanova (16/1 +68%)
Casanova

16
16/1(+68%)
(3) Casanova 16/1, Twenty runs since last win in 2021. 8/1, respectable second of 6 in minor event at Gowran (9.4f, good to soft) 14 days ago.
Has failed to add to his score since two wins in autumn 2021, others have stronger claims.
13
11th (13) Tosen Wish (9/1 +64%)
Tosen Wish

9
9/1(+64%)
(13) Tosen Wish 9/1, 1 win from 3 runs this year. 15/2, shaped as if still in form when 5½ lengths eleventh of 20 to Rahmi in handicap at this C&D (good to soft) 37 days ago, not much room. Not discounted.
Behind several of these when quite well fancied here last time, good Cork run previously.
1
12th (1) Saltonstall (40/1 +20%)
Saltonstall

40
40/1(+20%)
(1) Saltonstall 40/1, C&D winner. 22/1, last of 6 in minor event at Gowran (9.4f, good to soft) 14 days ago. Others make more appeal.
Veteran retains plenty of ability but has seldom shown his best form at this venue.
14
13th (14) Celtic Crown (25/1 +38%)
Celtic Crown

25
25/1(+38%)
(14) Celtic Crown 25/1, C&D winner. Good third of 9 in handicap at Down Royal (10.3f, good, 17/2) 8 days ago. Back down in trip. One to consider.
Four-time winner, including C&D premier handicap, signs of a revival at Down Royal.
17
14th (17) Cheers Again (20/1 +39%)
Cheers Again

20
20/1(+39%)
(17) Cheers Again 20/1, Latest win at Dundalk in January. 9/1, bit below form 5¼ lengths ninth of 19 to Earls in handicap at Cork (7f, soft) 58 days ago. Others make more appeal.
Shot up the ratings after two easy wins over 1m at Dundalk, has run well on turf since.
20
15th (20) Sirjack Thomas (33/1 +50%)
Sirjack Thomas

33
33/1(+50%)
(20) Sirjack Thomas 33/1, C&D winner. Latest win here in May. 16/1, eleventh of 13 in handicap at Leopardstown (9f, good) 24 days ago. Must improve.
Ended a long losing sequence with C&D win in May, down the field at Leopardstown last time.
16
16th (16) Farnborough (6/1 +25%)
Farnborough

6
6/1(+25%)
(16) Farnborough 6/1, Didn't need to improve to win 16-runner maiden (1/2) at Limerick (8f, good) 9 days ago, comfortably. Carries penalty. More required but remains with potential.
Looked unlucky not to finish closer here on handicap debut, maiden winner since.
15
17th (15) Brave Troop (14/1 +0%)
Brave Troop

14
14/1(+0%)
(15) Brave Troop 14/1, 2 wins from 3 runs this year. Latest win at Gowran in April. Good fourth of 15 in handicap (8/1) at this course (10f, good) 36 days ago, very much having run of race. Enters calculations.
Went up a total of 15lb for two early-season wins, holding his form judged on latest run.
23
18th (23) Super Over (33/1 +34%)
Super Over

33
33/1(+34%)
(23) Super Over 33/1, Latest win at Dundalk in December. Good third of 14 in handicap (6/1) at Dundalk (8f). Off 163 days. Yet to prove he's quite as effective on turf.
Three wins have been gained on AW, absent since January but can go well when fresh.
LTO Selection:

16:15 Curragh Handicap 8f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

Rahmi had a few of these behind him when scoring by a short head over C&D and has been raised 4lb, which is unlikely to prevent him from going close again. However, preference is still for CHAZZESMEE, who has won his last two and comfortably went in at Naas in March. The five-year-old continues to improve and could be up to defying his 13lb hike. Last-time-out victor Blues Emperor and No More Porter are just a couple of others to consider in a wide-open contest.

This is highly competitive but ARNIEMAC made a good impression when landing a maiden at Killarney 47 days ago and, with the scope for further progress, he is narrowly preferred to Rahmi, who landed a 20-runner event over C&D last time. Blues Emperor is one of several others to consider.

The form of the maiden won by ARNIEMAC was given a good boost by the runner-up at Listowel. He is just preferred to Farnborough


16:25 Uttoxeter Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 20f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Dist Win % Dist Place % Dist Betfair Place % Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Weight Runs Age Comments
5
1st (5) Bombyx (4.5/1 +0%)
Bombyx

4.5
4.5/1(+0%)
(5) Bombyx 4.5/1, Useful on the Flat for James Fanshawe and made a winning start over hurdles in March 2021. Pulled up back from a lengthy absence at Stratford in March but showed the benefit of that run when a good fifth of 12 at Ludlow last time. Looks ready to strike again.
Not disgraced on return; latest start (12 days ago) was voided early on; unraced beyond 2m.
1
2nd (1) Valentino Dancer (28/1 -40%)
Valentino Dancer

28
28/1(-40%)
(1) Valentino Dancer 28/1, Made solid start for this yard in 2021/22, winning twice over hurdles (at around 2m) either side of success on Flat. Probably needed the run after 14 months off on return at Newton Abbot (16.8f, good) last month and percentage call is to look elsewhere.
Three wins in 2021 but beaten more than 30l in his only two completed starts since.
3
3rd (3) Astromachia (2.5/1 +29%)
Astromachia

2.5
2.5/1(+29%)
(3) Astromachia 2.5/1, Useful handicapper on Flat and bright start over hurdles following lengthy absence, landing course maiden (2m) in January and doubling tally in handicap at Fontwell in April. Another good run when third over 19f back at Fontwell since. Respected.
Reliable sort since switched to hurdles late last year; should be seriously involved again.
2
4th (2) Thibault (7.5/1 +53%)
Thibault

7.5
7.5/1(+53%)
(2) Thibault 7.5/1, Dual-purpose performer who won on the Flat at Chepstow and in this sphere at Plumpton last spring. Mixed bag under both codes subsequently, third of 7 in handicap at Lingfield (15.8f, AW) on the back of another breathing operation just under a fortnight ago.
Mixed lately; three months off and wind op before running respectably on Flat 13 days ago.
7
5th (7) Watergrange Jack (4/1 +0%)
Watergrange Jack

4
4/1(+0%)
(7) Watergrange Jack 4/1, Opened his hurdles account at Ffos Las last June. Refused to race at Fontwell but got back on track in first-time cheekpieces when second of 6 in handicap back at Ffos Las (20f) just under 6 weeks ago. Needs to back it up in retained headgear.
Refused to race two runs ago; second of six at Ffos Las (2m4f; first cheekpieces) latest.
6
6th (6) Oceanline (12/1 -50%)
Oceanline

12
12/1(-50%)
(6) Oceanline 12/1, Useful winner at 14f on the level for Alan King and made perfect start for new connections when a smooth winner of 8-runner novice at Worcester last July. Not so good in handicap back there in September and not seen since. Has had a wind op and tongue tie/cheekpieces are applied.
Won novice (2m4f, good) in July 2022 on yard debut; well held sole run since; wind surgery.
4
7th (4) Getareason (25/1 -178%)
Getareason

25
25/1(-178%)
(4) Getareason 25/1, Course chase scorer who landed back-to-back handicap hurdles at Newcastle and Ayr in spring 2022. Shaped as if better for the run after 15 months off when fifth at Hexham recently and this outing should reveal plenty.
Missed last season; needs a good deal better than he showed at Hexham 15 days ago.
8
|PU| (8) Faded Fantasy (3.5/1 -27%)
Faded Fantasy

3.5
3.5/1(-27%)
(8) Faded Fantasy 3.5/1, Fair maiden on the Flat for Ger Lyons and made the most of a good opportunity with plenty in hand in 12-runner maiden hurdle at Southwell (20.4f, good) just under 3 weeks ago, leading on bridle before 2 out. Open to further progress now handicapping.
10l maiden win at Southwell (2m4f, good); handicap debut demands more but he is on the up.
LTO Selection:

16:25 Uttoxeter Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 20f Race Class Flow

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

FADED FANTASY was an easy 10-length winner of a maiden hurdle at Southwell last month and the four-year-old merits plenty of respect on his handicap bow over timber. Watergrange Jack hit the crossbar off a 2lb lower mark at Ffos Las last time and is likely to be in the mix once again. Others to note are Astromachia, Bombyx and Getareason.

A few in with a shout but BOMBYX stepped up markedly on his belated comeback when fifth at Ludlow in May and, upped to 2½m for the first time, Lucy Wadham's 8-y-o is fancied to double his tally over obstacles. Faded Fantasy rates as a big danger on handicap debut having bolted up at Southwell last month, while there were more encouraging signs from Watergrange Jack in headgear last time, so he's another who could have a say in proceedings.

Astromachia looks solid to go well but may prove vulnerable to further improvement from the handicap hurdle debutant FADED FANTASY.


16:35 Cartmel Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 17f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Dist Win % Dist Place % Dist Betfair Place % Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (1) Titanium Moon (1.38/1 +21%)
Titanium Moon

1.38
1.38/1(+21%)
(1) Titanium Moon 1.38/1, Fair maiden on the level for David Loughnane who confirmed the promise of her hurdling debut when opening account in mares' novice at this C&D in May. Defied a penalty in straightforward style at Stratford (18.7f) 12 days ago, so she's not taken lightly in her hat-trick bid.
Won by 11l over C&D in May and followed up with another clear success at Stratford.
2
2nd (2) New Year Honours (1.25/1 -4%)
New Year Honours

1.25
1.25/1(-4%)
(2) New Year Honours 1.25/1, Fair winner on the Flat for Ralph Beckett and made a promising start over hurdles when runner-up in a Down Royal juvenile in November. Disappointing next 2 starts, but back on track in first-time tongue tie when winning maiden at Punchestown 22 days ago. Major player.
Fairly comfortable winner at Punchestown last month and a live contender here.
5
3rd (5) Hard As Nails (3.33/1 +0%)
Hard As Nails

3.33
3.33/1(+0%)
(5) Hard As Nails 3.33/1, After 5 months off, showed improved form when getting off the mark in mares' bumper at Ludlow in May, winning readily. Put her experience to good use when following up under a penalty at Kelso 19 days later. Interesting contender as she makes her hurdles debut.
Dual bumper winner; takes on two quite promising mares here but can't be ignored.
6
4th (6) Maggie O (50/1 -150%)
Maggie O

50
50/1(-150%)
(6) Maggie O 50/1, Has plenty of stamina in her pedigree and off the mark in Irish points at the third attempt. Making her Rules debut, outpaced over 3f out when fourth of 5 in bumper at Bangor 22 days ago. Likely to be one for further down the line as she now goes hurdling.
Irish point winner in May but made underwhelming rules debut in a recent bumper.
4
5th (4) Confelicity (100/1 +0%)
Confelicity

100
100/1(+0%)
(4) Confelicity 100/1, Unplaced all 3 starts in Irish points and little impact in a pair of novice hurdles, faring no better than on debut in this sphere when down the field at Perth (20.2f) last time. Best watched.
Well beaten at triple-digit odds on both hurdling starts this spring (one over C&D).
3
6th (3) Araglen Star (125/1 -25%)
Araglen Star

125
125/1(-25%)
(3) Araglen Star 125/1, Modest form at best in bumpers and little promise in 2 starts over hurdles, again finishing well held when seventh of 12 in maiden at Bangor 22 days ago. Looks to be up against it.
About 68l behind Titanium Moon here on hurdle debut in May, and made no progress last time.
7
|PU| (7) My Rosa's Gold (80/1 +20%)
My Rosa's Gold

80
80/1(+20%)
(7) My Rosa's Gold 80/1, Poor maiden on the Flat and not much encouragement on her only outing over hurdles so far, jumping awkwardly before unseating rider in a Stratford juvenile in July last year. Down the field back on the level when last seen the following month.
Already struggling before losing rider at fourth-last flight on last year's hurdling debut.
LTO Selection:

16:35 Cartmel Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 17f Race Class Flow

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

Titanium Moon recorded a double when coasting home at Stratford recently and can't be ruled out in her current form. However, Donald McCain's mare may struggle to concede 9lb to last-time-out winner NEW YEAR HONOURS. The four-year-old justified strong support in a maiden hurdle at Punchestown last month and that looks the best form on offer. Hard As Nails makes her hurdling debut on the back of two triumphs in bumpers and shouldn't be underestimated.

In a first-time tongue tie on her return, NEW YEAR HONOURS bounced back to the level of her hurdling debut form when winning a Punchestown maiden 22 days ago and she can build on that effort to score again. Titanium Moon isn't taken lightly, though, as she bids for a hat-trick, with Hard As Nails the pick of the remainder as she starts off over hurdles.

New Year Honours and Hard As Nails are both respected but preference is for TITANIUM MOON, who is proven over C&D.


16:45 Windsor Handicap (Class 5) 10f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Dist Win % Dist Place % Dist Betfair Place % Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Weight Runs Age Comments
5
1st (5) Carp Kid (3.33/1 +17%)
Carp Kid

3.33
3.33/1(+17%)
(5) Carp Kid 3.33/1, C&D winner. 10/1, sixth of 8 in handicap at this course (11.4f, good to soft) 20 days ago, weakening 2f out. Dropped to a handy mark and must enter calculations with a top claimer on board.
Conditions to suit, on a good mark and Billy Loughnane booked; yet to get going this year.
4
2nd (4) Naasma (3/1 -71%)
Naasma

3
3/1(-71%)
(4) Naasma 3/1, Showed improved form to get off the mark in clearcut fashion in 11-runner handicap at Lingfield (10f, AW, 3/1) 10 days ago, staying on to lead last ½f. Fancied to be in the mix again nudged up 4 lb.
Quite a stylish win on AW last time and she looks on the up; this a better race though.
2
3rd (2) Oriental Art (6/1 +0%)
Oriental Art

6
6/1(+0%)
(2) Oriental Art 6/1, Remains a maiden after 17 Flat runs. 12/1, not disgraced when sixth of 9 in handicap at Kempton (16f), finding test too much. Significantly back down in trip after 5 months off and may well need this outing.
Consistent but he's an exposed 17-race maiden who usually races over further.
3
4th (3) Snag It (4.5/1 +72%)
Snag It

4.5
4.5/1(+72%)
(3) Snag It 4.5/1, 9/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, fared no better when seventh of 8 in handicap at Newcastle (10.2f), slowly away. First run for yard after leaving Kevin Frost after 4 months off and interesting to see what the market makes of him.
On a good mark on 2022 best; quiet for another yard earlier in the year; risky.
6
5th (6) Mr Zee (11/1 -144%)
Mr Zee

11
11/1(-144%)
(6) Mr Zee 11/1, Dual C&D winner this year, latest in May. 6/1, struggled in a better race when seventh of 8 in handicap at this course (11.4f, good to soft) 20 days ago. Needs to get back on track.
Two C&D wins in the spring on soft ground; less good over 1m3f latest; rain would help.
1
6th (1) English Spirit (3.5/1 +22%)
English Spirit

3.5
3.5/1(+22%)
(1) English Spirit 3.5/1, Latest win at Wolverhampton in March. Wasted no time getting back on track when third of 9 in handicap at Goodwood (9f, good to firm, 11/1) 23 days ago. Yet to get his head in front on turf, however.
Prominent racer who has generally run well this year; should make another bold bid.
LTO Selection:

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

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

Naasma gained a break-through success on the all-weather at Lingfield recently and a 3lb rise shouldn't prevent another bold bid. However, a chance can be taken on CARP KID, whose mark continues to slide. John Flint's eight-year-old is now 4lb below his C&D success last July, with top apprentice Billy Loughnane an eye-catching booking. English Spirit attempts 1m2f for the first time and could also have a say if seeing the distance out.

Naasma will no doubt be popular after her breakthrough success at Lingfield recently, but she may have to play second fiddle to CARP KID, who has dropped to a handy mark and with Billy Loughnane on board for the first time, John Flint's 8-y-o can notch a third course success. English Spirit and recent dual C&D winner Mr Zee can battle out third spot.

Carp Kid should fare better today but ENGLISH SPIRIT may be ready to gain a first turf success.


16:50 Curragh Handicap 7f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Dist Win % Dist Place % Dist Betfair Place % Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Weight Runs Age Comments
9
1st (9) Aussie Girl (2.5/1 +62%)
Aussie Girl

2.5
2.5/1(+62%)
(9) Aussie Girl 2.5/1, Winner at Sligo in April. Good second of 11 in handicap at Naas (5.9f, good to firm, 11/4) 4 days ago. In the picture.
Fine runs in defeat in handicaps lately, including over C&D; seems likely to be involved.
8
2nd (8) Lan Cinnte (7/1 +36%)
Lan Cinnte

7
7/1(+36%)
(8) Lan Cinnte 7/1, 4/5, career best when winning 12-runner maiden at Limerick (8f, good to soft) 18 days ago, driven out. Trainer going well. Makes handicap debut. Not discounted.
Won a 1m Limerick maiden last time but has shown solid form over shorter trips; a player.
11
3rd (11) Marsa (33/1 +0%)
Marsa

33
33/1(+0%)
(11) Marsa 33/1, Five wins from 16 Flat runs. Tongue strap on for 1st time, only sixth of 9 in handicap (9/1) at Gowran (7f, good to soft) 14 days ago. Others more persuasive.
Didn't get the clearest run at Gowran last time but more needed from 4lb out of handicap.
2
4th (2) Mauiewowie (9/1 -6%)
Mauiewowie

9
9/1(-6%)
(2) Mauiewowie 9/1, Lightly-raced winner. Respectable 4¼ lengths seventh of 15 to The Antarctic in Lacken Stakes (11/2) at Naas (5.9f, good to firm) 42 days ago. Makes handicap debut but has plenty to find on form.
Below her best over 6f at Naas last time and questions up to this trip.
3
5th (3) Adelaise (5/1 -25%)
Adelaise

5
5/1(-25%)
(3) Adelaise 5/1, On the up for her current yard and shaped well when strong-finishing fourth of 19 in handicap at Royal Ascot (8f, good) 11 days ago. Expected to be bang there off an unchanged mark.
Ran cracking races last twice for this yard over 1m; not sure this drop in trip will suit.
4
5th (4) No Niki No (14/1 +0%)
No Niki No

14
14/1(+0%)
(4) No Niki No 14/1, 1 win from 2 runs this year. 12/1, won 11-runner handicap at Leopardstown (9f, good) 17 days ago, well ridden. Back down in trip. Needs considering.
Won over 1m1f at Leopardstown; has the pace to be effective back at this trip; 7lb higher.
10
7th (10) Capuchinero (16/1 +52%)
Capuchinero

16
16/1(+52%)
(10) Capuchinero 16/1, Latest win at Dundalk in January. Seventh of 9 in handicap at Roscommon (7.2f, good, 9/2) 31 days ago. Engaged 6.05 here Friday.
Ran a cracker on return at Cork over this trip but well below that level twice since.
1
8th (1) Yerwanthere (4/1 -100%)
Yerwanthere

4
4/1(-100%)
(1) Yerwanthere 4/1, Lightly-raced winner. Good fifth of 19 in handicap at Royal Ascot (8f, good, 5/1) 11 days ago. Open to progress. Considered.
Not clearest of runs last twice, including at Royal Ascot; respected as stable selected.
5
9th (5) Independent Expert (16/1 -45%)
Independent Expert

16
16/1(-45%)
(5) Independent Expert 16/1, C&D winner who landed 5-runner handicap at Limerick (8f, good) 8 days ago, just holding on. Visor on 1st time. Much respected under a 7 lb penalty.
Won 1m handicap at Limerick last week but a 7lb penalty for that and faces a tougher task.
6
10th (6) Transcendental (8.5/1 -21%)
Transcendental

8.5
8.5/1(-21%)
(6) Transcendental 8.5/1, 10/1, improved on recent efforts to win 15-runner handicap at this course (6f, good) 35 days ago, staying on well. Stepping back in the right direction so she's well in the mix.
Won a 6f fillies' handicap here last time; has won over this trip so no problems there.
7
11th (7) Sheyya (40/1 -100%)
Sheyya

40
40/1(-100%)
(7) Sheyya 40/1, Thrice-raced winner. 40/1, 21 lengths last of 10 to Spirit Gal in listed race at Dundalk (7f). Off 9 months. Yard having good spell. Makes handicap debut but others look better treated.
Maiden winner last summer well beaten in Listed races since; best watched on return.
LTO Selection:

16:50 Curragh Handicap 7f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

YERWANTHERE finished half a length behind her reopposing stablemate Adelaise in the Kensington Palace at Royal Ascot recently, but is fancied to reverse the form now dropped to 7f en route to gaining a first success of the season. Lan Cinnte opened her account in a Limerick maiden last month and is feared most on her handicap debut off what looks a fair opening mark. The aforementioned Adelaise can't be dismissed either and is also likely to pick up a race of this nature at some point.

ADELAISE is fancied to build on her promising Royal Ascot big-field handicap fourth and get off the mark for her current yard. Yerwanthere rates a big threat having finished a place behind her stablemate there, with in-form Aussie Girl appealing as the pick of the remainder for place purposes.

Undone by a lack of experience in a big-field handicap at Royal Ascot last time (beaten 5/1 fav), YERWANTHERE can make amends.


17:00 Uttoxeter Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 16f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Dist Win % Dist Place % Dist Betfair Place % Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Weight Runs Age Comments
7
1st (7) Ambassador (7.5/1 +58%)
Ambassador

7.5
7.5/1(+58%)
(7) Ambassador 7.5/1, Bit below form fifth of 9 in handicap hurdle at Southwell (15.8f, good to soft, 11/1) 26 days ago. Visor back on. Eleven runs since last win in 2021.
Latest effort hints that a revival may be on the way; current mark is very handy.
3
2nd (3) Turpin Gold (9/1 -13%)
Turpin Gold

9
9/1(-13%)
(3) Turpin Gold 9/1, 12/1 and hooded for 1st time, creditable fourth of 11 in handicap hurdle at Newton Abbot (16.8f, good) 25 days ago. Enters calculations.
Frame possibilities if backing up latest effort (fourth at Newton Abbot).
6
3rd (6) Bentham (22/1 +67%)
Bentham

22
22/1(+67%)
(6) Bentham 22/1, Eighth of 12 in handicap hurdle at Market Rasen (20.6f, good, 33/1) 23 days ago. Down in trip. Twenty nine runs since last win in 2020.
Ex-Irish 9yo; soundly beaten in two races for new yard.
1
4th (1) Sir Canford (8/1 +6%)
Sir Canford

8
8/1(+6%)
(1) Sir Canford 8/1, Off 21 months on his first run since leaving Ali Stronge when creditable third of 4 in novice hurdle at Fakenham (16f, good to firm, 7/2) 28 days ago. Not ruled out.
Possibilities with Fakenham reappearance under his belt; second start for new yard.
8
5th (8) Vin Rouge (2.75/1 +39%)
Vin Rouge

2.75
2.75/1(+39%)
(8) Vin Rouge 2.75/1, Career best when winning 12-runner handicap hurdle at Newton Abbot (16.8f, good to firm, 15/2) 18 days ago, quickening clear. Can go well again despite a 10 lb hike in the weights.
2-4 in handicap hurdles; won well at Newton Abbot most recently; open to further progress.
5
6th (5) Cumhacht (3/1 +33%)
Cumhacht

3
3/1(+33%)
(5) Cumhacht 3/1, 5/2, very good second of 7 in handicap hurdle at Ffos Las (20f, good) 24 days ago. That form has been franked so this low-mileage 5-y-o is expected to be bang there with this drop in trip also a plus.
Solid second at Ffos Las last month having travelled nicely into contention; respected.
4
7th (4) Rafiki (12/1 -33%)
Rafiki

12
12/1(-33%)
(4) Rafiki 12/1, First run since leaving Alan King when pulled up in handicap hurdle (5/2) at Stratford (18.7f, good to soft) 12 days ago. Hooded for 1st time with work to do.
Pulled too hard on debut for new stable; may settle better with hood now added.
13
8th (13) African Sun (40/1 +20%)
African Sun

40
40/1(+20%)
(13) African Sun 40/1, C&D winner. Pulled up in handicap hurdle at Newton Abbot (16.8f, good to firm, 33/1) 18 days ago. Unreliable individual.
C&D winner last July but lacks consistency; not sure what to expect.
14
9th (14) Agent Saonois (25/1 +24%)
Agent Saonois

25
25/1(+24%)
(14) Agent Saonois 25/1, C&D winner but comes here below par, sixth of 7 in handicap hurdle (9/1) at Ffos Las (20f, good) 24 days ago. Back down in trip. Others more persuasive.
Scored over C&D last July; has achieved little this year.
10
|U| (10) Kracquer (50/1 +24%)
Kracquer

50
50/1(+24%)
(10) Kracquer 50/1, 50/1, pulled up in handicap hurdle at Southwell (20.4f, good) 144 days ago. Down in trip. First run for yard after leaving Alastair Ralph with work to do.
Seven-race maiden; holds weak form claims on debut for fourth stable.
12
|PU| (12) Tonto Foley (6/1 -100%)
Tonto Foley

6
6/1(-100%)
(12) Tonto Foley 6/1, Tongue strap on for 1st time, career best when winning 6-runner handicap hurdle at Southwell (15.8f, good, 10/1) 20 days ago. Could do better again and worth considering.
Showed improvement for first-time tongue-tie at Southwell and may well build on that win.
2
|PU| (2) Jakamani (16/1 +27%)
Jakamani

16
16/1(+27%)
(2) Jakamani 16/1, 14/1, only fifth of 7 in handicap hurdle at Newton Abbot (16.8f, good). Off 12 months with more needed.
Lightly raced 9yo; absent for over a year but returns on a workable mark.
LTO Selection:

17:00 Uttoxeter Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 16f Race Class Flow

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

Vin Rouge was an eight-length winner at Newton Abbot last month but a 10lb rise for that success will make his life tougher here. With that in mind, preference is for TONTO FOLEY, who got off the mark at Southwell last time and may have more to offer now just 4lb higher. Andapa and Cumhacht are others with strong form claims based on recent evidence.

CUMHACHT arrives on the back of a very good Ffos Las second and with the winner having gone in again since he is fancied to go one better. Southwell scorer Tonto Foley rates the chief threat ahead of C&D winner Andapa and Newton Abbot scorer Vin Rouge.

In-form maiden CUMHACHT looks poised to open his account. Sir Canford is second choice ahead of Vin Rouge.


17:10 Cartmel Handicap Chase (Class 4) 17f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Dist Win % Dist Place % Dist Betfair Place % Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Weight Runs Age Comments
5
1st (5) Getaway Luv (7/1 +56%)
Getaway Luv

7
7/1(+56%)
(5) Getaway Luv 7/1, Added to his tally at Ayr in March and shaped better than the distance beaten suggests retried in headgear when fourth at Perth (16f, good) 8 days ago, making his move too soon. Tongue tie added and is becoming seriously well handicapped.
Dual chase winner last season and ran well in first-time cheekpieces last week.
14
2nd (14) Glan Y Gors (11/1 +50%)
Glan Y Gors

11
11/1(+50%)
(14) Glan Y Gors 11/1, Hit the target off 5 lb higher over C&D last July but rather hit-and-miss since, offering little back over fences at Uttoxeter (16f, soft) 10 days ago. Easy enough to look elsewhere.
Needs to better his recent efforts but battled on well for a C&D win last summer.
11
3rd (11) Ardera Cross (16/1 +11%)
Ardera Cross

16
16/1(+11%)
(11) Ardera Cross 16/1, Raced mostly at Ayr in recent times, winning another couple of handicap chases there in February. Returned to form with the headgear back on when fourth over C&D (good) 32 days ago but this is a better contest.
Best known for his exploits at Ayr but also has two C&D wins on his CV; could have a say.
6
4th (6) Tonto's Spirit (22/1 -83%)
Tonto's Spirit

22
22/1(-83%)
(6) Tonto's Spirit 22/1, Little impact of late but has dropped in the weights and does have a terrific record at this track, so he's not entirely discounted.
Eight-time course winner; out of form this year but can never be ruled out here.
1
5th (1) A Mere Bagatelle (2.75/1 +8%)
A Mere Bagatelle

2.75
2.75/1(+8%)
(1) A Mere Bagatelle 2.75/1, Bounced back to his best reverted to fences after 13 weeks off when easily scoring at Kilbeggan (19.4f, good to soft) 4 weeks ago, very much enjoying the run of things. His sole other victory came at this track 12 months ago, so he's not one to rule out.
Back in form with front-running win at Kilbeggan last month; shortlisted.
7
6th (7) Follow Your Arrow (3.33/1 +56%)
Follow Your Arrow

3.33
3.33/1(+56%)
(7) Follow Your Arrow 3.33/1, Sole success came at Hexham last summer and stepped up on a recent spin over hurdles when runner-up back there in May. Followed that effort with a good third at this course (21.2f, good) later in the month so he's respected.
Placed off this mark twice in May (once here) and has obvious each-way claims again.
2
7th (2) Ballycallan Fame (16/1 -88%)
Ballycallan Fame

16
16/1(-88%)
(2) Ballycallan Fame 16/1, Fairly useful winner at 20f over hurdles but was well beaten on all 4 outings last term, shaping much better than the bare result after tying up into third at Warwick (20f, soft) when last seen in March. No surprise to see her back down in trip.
Lightly raced since her shock hurdle win in 2020 but will appreciate this ease in grade.
10
8th (10) Patagonia (11/1 +31%)
Patagonia

11
11/1(+31%)
(10) Patagonia 11/1, Went close over fences at Wetherby in March but that remains very much a standout effort. Best watched.
Went very close on stable debut in March but two disappointing efforts have followed.
13
|U| (13) Monoxide (8/1 +60%)
Monoxide

8
8/1(+60%)
(13) Monoxide 8/1, Has been kept busy but other than a runner-up effort (though well held by the winner) at Downpatrick, he's not offered a great deal in varied company.
Faded into fourth over 2m5f here on Friday and not ruled out now back down in trip.
8
|PU| (8) Copper Fox (6.5/1 +28%)
Copper Fox

6.5
6.5/1(+28%)
(8) Copper Fox 6.5/1, Won a mediocre Uttoxeter maiden hurdle last June but took a step forward when runner-up to a subsequent winner at Newcastle in December. Matched that form sent chasing when second at Stratford in May but failed to kick on at Market Rasen since.
Low-mileage 6yo who has made the frame in his first two chases and still has potential.
9
|PU| (9) Bulldoze (66/1 -32%)
Bulldoze

66
66/1(-32%)
(9) Bulldoze 66/1, Couple of good efforts for this yard over a year ago but is an awkward maiden and offered little after 14 months off at Hexham just under 6 weeks ago. First-time visor applied and tongue tie goes back on.
Pulled up in May, after a long absence, and now 0-15; others have much less to prove.
LTO Selection:

17:10 Cartmel Handicap Chase (Class 4) 17f Race Class Flow

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

A Mere Bagatelle won with something in hand when recording a first success over the larger obstacles at Kilbeggan last month. Nevertheless, Shark Hanlon's gelding may be worth taking on now racing off a 16lb higher mark on these shores. COPPER FOX shaped better than the beaten distance when weakening into third at Market Rasen in June and this sharper track might see the six-year-old to better effect. The in-form Follow Your Arrow drops in trip and is a viable alternative.

A tricky finale to solve but the suggestion is CHECK MY PULSE, who shaped much better than the bare result after a troubled passage when finishing with a flourish at Hexham just over a fortnight ago. A first-time tongue tie goes on and Rebecca Menzies' charge can double his tally over the larger obstacles. A Mere Bagatelle won over hurdles here last year and heads up the dangers after a facile success at Kilbeggan 4 weeks ago, ahead of Getaway Luv and Follow Your Arrow.

The suggestion is COPPER FOX, who has made a pretty good start to his chasing career and may still have potential.


17:20 Windsor Handicap (Class 5) 8f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Dist Win % Dist Place % Dist Betfair Place % Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Weight Runs Age Comments
7
1st (7) Honeymooner (7/1 +36%)
Honeymooner

7
7/1(+36%)
(7) Honeymooner 7/1, In first-time blinkers, step back in right direction when fourth of 11 in handicap at Nottingham (8.3f, good to firm, 9/1) 17 days ago, doing too much too soon. Task is now to build on her latest effort.
Second in two maidens last summer (7f/1m) but has not reproduced the form.
2
2nd (2) Kimnkate (0.83/1 +9%)
Kimnkate

0.83
0.83/1(+9%)
(2) Kimnkate 0.83/1, With Connor Planas on board, continued her progress when winning 7-runner handicap at Chepstow (7.1f, good to firm, 5/4) 6 days ago with plenty in hand. Penalty might not be enough to prevent the hat-trick.
Has come good in blinkers on last two starts and ran away with latest; standout claims.
6
3rd (6) Gwendolina (11/1 +31%)
Gwendolina

11
11/1(+31%)
(6) Gwendolina 11/1, Made successful handicap debut at Lingfield in January. However, below form switched to turf last 2 starts, third of 5 in handicap (10/1) at Salisbury (7f, good to firm) 14 days ago.
Tailed off three starts back and below form since in her only two forays on turf.
4
4th (4) Enola Grey (7.5/1 +73%)
Enola Grey

7.5
7.5/1(+73%)
(4) Enola Grey 7.5/1, Operating below last season's best so far this year, ninth of 13 in handicap at this C&D (good to firm, 14/1) 34 days ago. Cheekpieces now reached for.
Won last September; little to shout about since and now wears headgear first time.
1
5th (1) Lady Marie (6.5/1 -63%)
Lady Marie

6.5
6.5/1(-63%)
(1) Lady Marie 6.5/1, Showed improved form when opening account in 7-runner handicap at Lingfield (1m, AW, 11/2) 90 days ago, always holding on. May do better still as she now makes her turf debut.
Off the mark in tidy style in handicap at Lingfield (1m) three months ago when last seen.
5
6th (5) Congruent (7.5/1 +6%)
Congruent

7.5
7.5/1(+6%)
(5) Congruent 7.5/1, Having dropped further in the weights, ran her best race when third of 10 in handicap at Yarmouth (1m, good to firm, 17/2) 24 days ago. Can be thereabouts once again off the same mark.
Two bits of fair form from six starts, including when third in 1m handicap on latest.
LTO Selection:

17:20 Windsor Handicap (Class 5) 8f Race Class Flow

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

KIMNKATE has proved a revelation since being fitted with blinkers at Lingfield last month and, off only 4lb higher than when a seven-length winner at Chepstow recently, Richard Hughes' filly is hard to oppose. Fellow last-time-out winner Lady Marie makes her turf debut after a 90-day break and cannot be discounted, nevertheless, Congruent may emerge as a bigger threat having finished third at Yarmouth in June.

KIMNKATE has thrived since the application of blinkers, making it back-to-back wins with a wide-margin success at Chepstow 6 days ago, and she can score again in her current form. Congruent ran her best race when third at Yarmouth last time and could be the biggest threat to the selection, ahead of Lady Marie.

This is all about KIMNKATE judged on the way she stormed clear on Monday. The step back up in trip should not be any problem.


17:25 Curragh Listed 8f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Dist Win % Dist Place % Dist Betfair Place % Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Weight Runs Age Comments
6
(6) Didn'thavemuchtodo (18/1 -50%)
Didn'thavemuchtodo

18
18/1(-50%)
(6) Didn'thavemuchtodo 18/1, Useful filly. 9/2, bit below form 3¼ lengths third of 10 to Cadeau Belle in listed race at Navan (8f, good to soft) 21 days ago, not clear run.
Twice ran well in defeat in this grade, including on return at Navan; improve from that.
8
1st (8) Bold Discovery (18/1 +18%)
Bold Discovery

18
18/1(+18%)
(8) Bold Discovery 18/1, Lightly-raced winner. 9½ lengths last of 11 to Paddington in Irish 2000 Guineas (66/1) at this C&D (good) 36 days ago. Stiff task on form.
Has twice been disappointing over C&D lately and has to rebound strongly.
12
2nd (12) Tarawa (1.62/1 -47%)
Tarawa

1.62
1.62/1(-47%)
(12) Tarawa 1.62/1, Promising individual. 12/1, very good 2¾ lengths fourth of 10 to Tahiyra in Irish 1000 Guineas at this C&D (good) 35 days ago, running on. Leading claims.
Fast-finishing fourth in the Irish 1000 Guineas after interrupted run; will take beating.
2
3rd (2) Carrytheone (9/1 +0%)
Carrytheone

9
9/1(+0%)
(2) Carrytheone 9/1, Useful gelding. C&D winner. 4/1, creditable 1¼ lengths third of 6 to Ocean Jewel in Ballycorus Stakes at Leopardstown (7.2f, good) 17 days ago. Yard having good spell and knows what it takes to win this.
Has run creditably in defeat in Group 3s, including twice this season over 7f; be involved.
9
4th (9) Lord Massusus (7.5/1 +25%)
Lord Massusus

7.5
7.5/1(+25%)
(9) Lord Massusus 7.5/1, Useful gelding. 2 wins from 2 runs this year. 10/3, career best when winning 10-runner handicap at Naas (5.9f, good) 57 days ago, cosily. Significantly back up in trip. Can make presence felt.
Won a 6f Premier handicap for 3yos at Naas last time; stays this trip; not underestimated.
11
5th (11) Salt Lake City (1.75/1 +56%)
Salt Lake City

1.75
1.75/1(+56%)
(11) Salt Lake City 1.75/1, Lightly-raced winner. Very good neck second of 7 to Moon De Vega in listed race (3/1) at Leopardstown (9f, good) on reappearance 24 days ago, keeping on well. Considered.
Ran a cracker on seasonal debut over 1m1f in this grade at Leopardstown and a player.
5
6th (5) Beautiful Sunshine (50/1 +0%)
Beautiful Sunshine

50
50/1(+0%)
(5) Beautiful Sunshine 50/1, Useful filly. 33/1, below form 7¼ lengths sixth of 10 to Cadeau Belle in listed race at Navan (8f, good to soft) 21 days ago.
Safely held when tackling this grade in the past and has a bit to find again.
4
7th (4) Pretreville (28/1 +0%)
Pretreville

28
28/1(+0%)
(4) Pretreville 28/1, Smart gelding. Third of 4 in minor event at Fairyhouse (7f, good, 2/1) 16 days ago. Enters calculations.
Ran out of steam after racing keenly on recent return and has to improve plenty on that.
10
8th (10) Narmar (33/1 +18%)
Narmar

33
33/1(+18%)
(10) Narmar 33/1, Lightly-raced winner. 1 win from 3 runs this year. Didn't need to improve to win 5-runner maiden at Listowel (8f, good, 15/8) 28 days ago. More to come but this demands a lot more.
Listowel maiden winner has to improve another chunk to cut it in this grade.
7
9th (7) Hellsing (11/1 -38%)
Hellsing

11
11/1(-38%)
(7) Hellsing 11/1, Two wins from 4 starts at 2. Off 9 months. Stable in good form. Likely capable of better again in 2023.
A winner at this level last year; has to be ready on seasonal debut carrying a 3lb penalty.
LTO Selection:

17:25 Curragh Listed 8f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

TARAWA is bred to be smart, being related to a couple of Pattern-level winners, and she went someway to proving herself when running a career-best in the Irish 1000 Guineas over C&D. The form of that contest has been franked by her stablemate since and the fact she receives plenty of weight in this contest gives her every chance of seeing off Glencairn Stakes runner-up Salt Lake City and the returning Hellsing, who has significant potential as a three-year-old. Cosmic Vega and Didn'thavemuchtodo are entitled to be thereabouts as well.

TARAWA can build on her fine fourth behind stable-companion Tahiyra in the Irish 1000 Guineas over C&D and bag this listed prize. Johnny Murtagh has won this twice since 2017 so last month's Leopardstown Group 3 third Carrytheone merits plenty of respect. Lord Massusus posted a smart effort to win a Naas handicap last time and can make his presence felt in a higher grade. Salt Lake City is another to consider.

After a fine effort in the Irish 1000 Guineas behind her very talented stablemate Tahiyra, TARAWA should be able to take this.


18:00 Curragh Handicap 12f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Dist Win % Dist Place % Dist Betfair Place % Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Weight Runs Age Comments
2
1st (2) Safecracker (7.5/1 +32%)
Safecracker

7.5
7.5/1(+32%)
(2) Safecracker 7.5/1, Creditable second of 13 in handicap at Cork (12f, soft, 5/1) 16 days ago. Got to be respected.
Neck second at Cork suggests he has resumed the progress he showed last season.
9
2nd (9) Zoffman (14/1 +36%)
Zoffman

14
14/1(+36%)
(9) Zoffman 14/1, Course winner. 20/1, fourteenth of 20 in handicap at Naas (16.1f, heavy). Off 7 months. Back down in trip.
Down the field over 2m on final start last season, previously in excellent form over 1m4f.
8
3rd (8) Golden Twilight (7.5/1 +53%)
Golden Twilight

7.5
7.5/1(+53%)
(8) Golden Twilight 7.5/1, Course winner. Cheekpieces on for 1st time, creditable fifth of 13 in handicap at Cork (12f, soft, 11/2) 16 days ago. Tongue strap back on.
Better record on AW than on turf but two most recent outings have been satisfactory.
1
4th (1) Dame Rapide (18/1 -29%)
Dame Rapide

18
18/1(-29%)
(1) Dame Rapide 18/1, 1 win from 1 run this year. Career best when winning 18-runner handicap (40/1) at this course (14f, good) 35 days ago, responding well. Will require another career best off 5 lb higher.
Back from a spell over hurdles with a long-priced course win over 1m6f, big weight now.
16
5th (16) Mr Escobar (1.25/1 +75%)
Mr Escobar

1.25
1.25/1(+75%)
(16) Mr Escobar 1.25/1, Promising type. First run since leaving Joseph Anthony Murray when ninth of 14 in handicap at Lingfield (2m, AW, 7/4) 86 days ago, heavily eased down. Back down in trip. Worth another chance.
Useful form at Dundalk, excuses offered for flop in 2m Lingfield event on stable debut.
7
6th (7) Old Port (14/1 +44%)
Old Port

14
14/1(+44%)
(7) Old Port 14/1, Six wins from 17 Flat runs. 16/1, first run since leaving David Evans when eleventh of 13 in handicap at Cork (12f, soft) on reappearance 16 days ago. Worth a second look in the betting for his very shrewd yard.
Best form for David Evans was on AW but likely to be better for recent stable debut.
4
7th (4) Dha Leath (18/1 +28%)
Dha Leath

18
18/1(+28%)
(4) Dha Leath 18/1, Creditable ninth of 27 in handicap at this course (8f, heavy, 14/1). Off 99 days. Significantly back up in trip. Others have achieved more.
Winner over 1m2f on final start last season, 1m inadequate in Irish Lincoln here in March.
5
8th (5) Maze Runner (25/1 -194%)
Maze Runner

25
25/1(-194%)
(5) Maze Runner 25/1, Course winner. 8/1, bit below form fifth of 27 in handicap hurdle at Leopardstown (24f, soft), not knocked about. Off 6 months. Down in trip.
Won over 2m here last year and second in big amateur handicap at Galway, may need further.
3
9th (3) Smooth Tom (6/1 +14%)
Smooth Tom

6
6/1(+14%)
(3) Smooth Tom 6/1, Course winner. Latest win at Leopardstown in May. Very good head second of 15 to Timourid in handicap (7/1) at this course (10f, good) 36 days ago, running on. Can make presence felt.
Strong at the finish when second to Timourid over 1m2f last time, worth first try at 1m4f.
12
10th (12) Laelaps (14/1 +44%)
Laelaps

14
14/1(+44%)
(12) Laelaps 14/1, Unreliable type. Twelve runs since last win in 2021. Good 1½ lengths third of 15 to Timourid in handicap (20/1) at this course (10f, good) 36 days ago.
On a long losing run since 2021 Listowel festival, may reverse recent form with Timourid.
13
11th (13) Timourid (12/1 +45%)
Timourid

12
12/1(+45%)
(13) Timourid 12/1, Career best when winning 15-runner handicap (16/1) at this course (10f, good) 36 days ago by head from Smooth Tom, all out.
Course winner over 1m2f on latest, up 4lb but the extra distance is perhaps more a concern.
LTO Selection:

18:00 Curragh Handicap 12f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

Safecracker has form that ties in with a good number of the opposition and it would come as no surprise to see him heavily involved again. However, SMOOTH TOM has shown improved form since being tried in a visor and, given he has scope to progress further over this trip, he shades preference. Plenty of others also need to be taken seriously, not least Hell Bent, Timourid and Laelaps. Brazil is also of interest back in a race like this with headgear now applied.

MR ESCOBAR has been given a bit of time since his run at Lingfield over Easter and is well worth another chance to show what he can do for the Willie Mullins yard. The progressive Chally Chute heads the dangers on the back of his good reappearance run at Tipperary. Safecracker also makes the shortlist after his recent Cork second, while Teed Up will also play a part if resuming in the same form as when second in the November Handicap at Doncaster.

It could be worth taking a chance on OLD PORT who may have needed the run in the Cork race in which Safecracker was second


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