1 Tuesday 1st October 2024 UK Horse Racing Speed Ratings & Tips

There were 37 Races on Tuesday 1st October 2024 across 5 meetings. There was 8 races at Cork, 8 races at Bath, 7 races at Ayr, 6 races at Sedgefield, 8 races at Newcastle, no doubt Tomform helped you find a winner.

13:20 Cork Maiden 5f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
5 1st (5) (13/2 -95%) Likedbymike	6.5 13/2(-95%)	(5) Likedbymike 13/2, Twice-raced filly, much better effort when third of 14 in maiden (25/1) at Dundalk (6f) 11 days ago. Can go well again. Much-improved on second start when just denied at Dundalk; a player if as good on turf.
2 2nd (2) (8/13 +15%) Passing Phase	0.615385 8/13(+15%)	(2) Passing Phase 8/13, Thrice-raced colt, best effort when second of 7 in maiden (7/1) at Tipperary (5f, soft) 125 days ago. Holds leading form claims. Just denied over this trip on soft at Tipperary when last seen; big player on return.
6 3rd (6) (10/1 +38%) Miss Travers	10 10/1(+38%)	(6) Miss Travers 10/1, Foaled February 10. Equiano filly. Dam 5f winner. Market can guide for this newcomer. Unsold for 10,000 euros as a yearling; from a family of winners; check the market.
7 4th (7) (11/1 +67%) Promise Given	11 11/1(+67%)	(7) Promise Given 11/1, Twice-raced filly. Last of 11 in maiden (14/1) at Listowel (6.3f, good). Off 121 days. Back down in trip. Tongue strap on 1st time. Shaped nicely on debut here but not as good at Listowel next time; tongue-tie on.
8 5th (8) (12/1 -167%) Vanilla Baby	12 12/1(-167%)	(8) Vanilla Baby 12/1, Debut third of 5 in minor event at this course (6f, good to firm, 5/1) 20 days ago. Likely to improve. Possibilities. Beaten 9l on debut over 6f here and will have to improve plenty on that.
3 6th (3) (5/1 -43%) This Ain't Texas	5 5/1(-43%)	(3) This Ain't Texas 5/1, Encouraging fourth of 5 in minor event at Naas (5f, good to firm, 33/1) on debut, slowly away. Off 135 days but he's open to progress and in the mix. Solid effort behind a smart sort on debut back in May; a player if repeating that.
1 7th (1) (40/1 -100%) Brigadier Kakuru	40 40/1(-100%)	(1) Brigadier Kakuru 40/1, Foaled March 19. €3,000 yearling, €47,000 2-y-o, Camacho gelding. Half-brother to 7f winner Volenti. Dam unraced. Nice pedigree and cost 47,000 euros at a breeze-up sale; could go well on debut.
4 8th (4) (250/1 -150%) Alaskan Red	250 250/1(-150%)	(4) Alaskan Red 250/1, Twice-raced filly. Hooded for 1st time, fifteenth of 16 in maiden at this course (8f, good to firm, 200/1) 20 days ago. Significantly down in trip. Beaten a long way in two starts over further and be of more binterest in handicaps.

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13:20 Cork Maiden 5f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

This looks a good opportunity for PASSING PHASE. Out of Group 3 winner Lady Wingshot, the 85-rated bay will appreciate the forecast rain. Beaten just half a length into second when last seen at Tipperary in May, he finished a place ahead of Rudi's Apple, with that one now rated 101. Likedbymike has two solid efforts to her name and is of definite interest with Billy Lee aboard. Trained in Co Tipperary by Michael Byrne, the cheaply-bought yearling went down by less than a length when third at Dundalk recently. Colin Keane takes the ride on Promise Given, who reportedly didn't handle the track when disappointing at Listowel in June. A close sixth on debut over the course and distance, a reproduction of that effort would see her go close. This Ain't Texas and Vanilla Baby are others worthy of consideration.

PASSING PHASE possesses the best form on show so is taken to build on his Tipperary runner-up after a break and open his account. Likedbymike and This Ain't Texas rate the main dangers to Jessica Harrington's son of Lope De Vega and can chase him home in that order.

If PASSING PHASE can repeat his runner-up effort at Tipperary when last seen then he should take beating.

13:30 Bath Handicap (Class 6) 13f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
13 1st (13) (9/2 +25%) Letmebetheboss	4.5 9/2(+25%)	(13) Letmebetheboss 9/2, Creditable length third of 12 to Endofastorm in handicap (5/2) at this course (11.6f, good to firm) 27 days ago. Needs to raise his game in order to open his account at the ninth time of asking. Better since further wind surgery; third to Endofastorm here (11.5f) recently; stamina?.
3 2nd (3) (7/1 -56%) Surrey Charm	7 7/1(-56%)	(3) Surrey Charm 7/1, 6/1 and tongue strap on for 1st time, third of 5 in handicap at Ffos Las (12f, heavy) 32 days ago. Entitled to come on for that belated seasonal reappearance and she has to enter calculations off the same mark. Entitled to have needed her comeback run at Ffos Las (1m4f, heavy) nearly five weeks ago..
10 3rd (10) (8/1 -14%) Endofastorm	8 8/1(-14%)	(10) Endofastorm 8/1, Course winner. Creditable fifth of 13 in handicap (20/1) at this course (14f, good to firm) 16 days ago. That was a Class 2 contest and, now 1 lb lower back down in class, he needs considering. First turf win here (11.5f) last month; excuse since; testing ground is the thorny issue..
4 4th (4) (7/1 -56%) Ship To Shore	7 7/1(-56%)	(4) Ship To Shore 7/1, Latest win at Lingfield in August. 4/1, creditable second of 10 in handicap at Lingfield (15.8f, AW) 17 days ago. Conditions won't be a problem back on turf and he's a live each-way contender. In good heart on Polytrack at Lingfield (2m); has shown he handles heavy ground..
12 5th (12) (50/1 -52%) Gilbert	50 50/1(-52%)	(12) Gilbert 50/1, Eighteen runs since last win in 2023. Last of 11 in handicap (16/1) at Windsor (11.4f, good to firm) 29 days ago and he's likely to come up short once again. 4-38; mostly struggled this year, finishing last three times, including at Windsor (11.5f).
2 6th (2) (10/1 +50%) Fiddlers Green	10 10/1(+50%)	(2) Fiddlers Green 10/1, Course winner. 3 wins from 11 runs this year, the latest on soft ground at Doncaster in April. Eighth of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (12.2f, 6/1) 10 days ago. Couldn't completely rule out given that he'll go on the ground but one or two of these are more appealing all the same. Early-season wins here (11.5f) and at Doncaster (1m4f, soft); form has dipped markedly..
9 7th (9) (6/1 +8%) Wannabeawallaby	6 6/1(+8%)	(9) Wannabeawallaby 6/1, Sixth of 8 in handicap at Beverley (16.2f, good, 10/3) 47 days ago, doing too much too soon. Was knocking firmly on the door prior to that and handled good to soft (unraced on slower) with aplomb when second at Lingfield in July. Shortlisted. Consistent; second at Yarmouth, Lingfield and Nottingham (1m6f-2m)..
11 8th (11) (4/1 +60%) Asense	4 4/1(+60%)	(11) Asense 4/1, C&D winner. 40/1, creditable seventh of 13 in handicap at this course (14f, good to firm) 16 days ago. Cheekpieces back on and she's now without each-way hope. Last year's winner (from 4lb higher); patchy form this year; safest to assess market vibes.
5 9th (5) (20/1 -100%) Snapius	20 20/1(-100%)	(5) Snapius 20/1, First run since leaving James A. Nash when last of 9 in handicap at Lingfield (12f, AW, 5/1) 20 days ago. Hopes now pinned on the addition of a visor sparking a return to form. Last of nine on stable debut at Lingfield (1m4f, AW); easing mark and newly applied visor..
1 10th (1) (22/1 -300%) Major Major	22 22/1(-300%)	(1) Major Major 22/1, 4/1, sixth of 8 in handicap at Lingfield (11.6f, good to firm) when last seen in June. Needs to bounce back but it would be no surprise were he to do so off this mark (4 lb lower than when last successful) and with conditions no problem Competitively handicapped on peak form; 101-day absence, with stamina to prove.
8 11th (8) (50/1 -52%) Wahoo King	50 50/1(-52%)	(8) Wahoo King 50/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 8/1, last of 10 in handicap at Lingfield (13f, AW) 69 days ago and he looks set for another struggle. Remote last of ten on handicap debut at Lingfield (1m5f, AW) in July; still low mileage..
6 12th (6) (9/1 +10%) Spring Chorus	9 9/1(+10%)	(6) Spring Chorus 9/1, Winner at Beverley in May. 9/1, creditable fifth of 10 in handicap at Musselburgh (12.5f, good) 35 days ago. Will be of interest if the ground remains on the slow side (Beverley success was gained on soft ground). Has done okay since Beverley win (1m4f, soft) in May; noteworthy long-distance traveller..
14 13th (14) (150/1 -200%) Aquifolia	150 150/1(-200%)	(14) Aquifolia 150/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 50/1 and hooded for 1st time, seventh of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (12.2f) 10 days ago. Readily passed over. No worthwhile form for G. Harris (5f-7f) or N. Mulholland (1m-1m4f).

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13:30 Bath Handicap (Class 6) 13f Race Class Flow

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

The forecast soft ground shouldn't unduly bother SHIP TO SHORE, who reverts to turf on the back of a win and a place on the all-weather and is a solid fancy to extend the run of good form. Endofastorm has plenty of course experience and is another appealing option with Ethan Jones claiming 3lb. Surrey Charm and Spring Chorus don't have many miles on the clock and can also go well.

With the Hughie Morrison yard among the winners of late, SURREY CHARM is taken to build on her encouraging reappearance third in a first-time tongue strap (retained here) at Ffos Las. That was her first run on the back of an 11-month absence, so she's entitled to come on for it and this slight step up in trip looks a good move. Wannabeawallaby wasn't on-song last time but was in good heart prior to that and he is feared most ahead of Major Major.

The pair to focus on are the in-form Ship To Shore and the early-season Beverley scorer SPRING CHORUS, who are effective on soft.

13:40 Ayr Handicap (Class 5) 8f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
7 1st (7) (2/1 -14%) Gracious Leader	2 2/1(-14%)	(7) Gracious Leader 2/1, Lightly-raced winner. 11/10, respectable third of 11 in handicap at Kempton (8f) 48 days ago. First run for yard after leaving Roger Varian. Tongue strap on 1st time. Weighted to go well. Impressed on AW handicap debut (1m); excuse since; has potential for new yard back on turf.
1 2nd (1) (6/1 +8%) Urban Sprawl	6 6/1(+8%)	(1) Urban Sprawl 6/1, Twenty runs since last win in 2023. 17/2, fair sixth of 12 in handicap at Pontefract (8f, good to firm) 12 days ago. Can give a good account. Classy handicap form at 7f/1m in 2023; taken an age to refind form; caught the eye latest.
2 3rd (2) (5/1 -50%) Tele Red	5 5/1(-50%)	(2) Tele Red 5/1, Took this 12 months ago and posted a solid fourth of 17 in handicap (12/1) at York (10.2f, soft) 23 days ago. Form has been franked so he's a player for his in-form yard. Three 1m wins in 2023, latest over C&D; softened ground would level the playing field.
5 4th (5) (12/1 +14%) Yaaser	12 12/1(+14%)	(5) Yaaser 12/1, C&D winner. Latest win here in September. Possibly found the run coming too quickly when seventh of 11 in handicap at this course (7.2f, good to firm, 7/1) 10 days ago. Not taken lightly. Ran on all three days of the big meeting here, winning over C&D on the middle day.
9 5th (9) (50/1 -100%) Straya	50 50/1(-100%)	(9) Straya 50/1, Respectable fifth of 8 in handicap (16/1) at Thirsk (8f, good) 15 days ago. One for the shortlist. Minor form since early promise in Ireland; down weights but has work to do.
4 6th (4) (8/1 +20%) Candonomore	8 8/1(+20%)	(4) Candonomore 8/1, Winner at Haydock in April. 66/1, thirteenth of 16 in handicap at York (7.9f, good to firm) 39 days ago, not ideally placed. Not ruled out. Not finished nearer than 6th in handicaps this year, albeit two of them were valuable ones.
8 7th (8) (20/1 -43%) Starliner	20 20/1(-43%)	(8) Starliner 20/1, 33/1, good sixth of 12 in handicap at this course (7.2f, good to firm) 10 days ago. Hood on 1st time and one to consider. 7f winner in Ireland; taken big weights drop in Britain but still finding feet; now hooded.
3 8th (3) (9/2 +25%) Power Of Gold	4.5 9/2(+25%)	(3) Power Of Gold 9/2, 16/1, good fourth of 13 in handicap at this C&D (good to firm) 12 days ago. Ought to be thereabouts. Never involved on soft two starts ago but good efforts either side, over C&D latest.
6 9th (6) (18/1 -100%) Detective	18 18/1(-100%)	(6) Detective 18/1, Latest win at Carlisle in August. 50/1, creditable fourth of 12 in handicap at this course (7.2f, good to firm) 10 days ago. Can make his presence felt. Nearly all wins at Carlisle, latest in August; 2 quiet runs after; back to form here since.

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13:40 Ayr Handicap (Class 5) 8f Race Class Flow

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

TELE RED has been running well without troubling the judge recently, but Karl Burke's charge is now 1lb lower than when landing the corresponding event 12 months ago. He is fancied to regain the winning thread at the expense of Yaaser, who drops in class from a 2lb lower mark, having been below-par over 7f here last time out. Unexposed three-year-old Gracious Leader has scope for further progress and he merits respect on his first start for the George Boughey team.

None of these can be ruled out but last year's victor TELE RED hails from a yard well among the winners and signalled he is ready to strike again when a good York fourth last time out (form working out well). George Boughey's new recruit Gracious Leader is weighted to have a big say and next on the list ahead of Yaaser, Power of Gold and Candonomore.

The well-handicapped Urban Sprawl has shown signs of a revival but he might have to give best to the unexposed GRACIOUS LEADER.

13:50 Sedgefield Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 17f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
9 1st (9) (4/1 +80%) Cawthorne Cracker	4 4/1(+80%)	(9) Cawthorne Cracker 4/1, Successful at Stratford in June but it's been downhill all the way since and hopes pinned on recent wind op (second time he's undergone the procedure) sparking a return to form. Won in the spring but has lost his way since; wants good or faster ground.
2 2nd (2) (5/1 -11%) Foster's Fortune	5 5/1(-11%)	(2) Foster's Fortune 5/1, Little impact in bumpers and first 3 starts over hurdles but he looked a different proposition when making a winning handicap debut over C&D (good) in May. Though absent since and now 6 lb higher in a stronger race, he has to enter calculations. Scored over C&D on handicap debut in May; could still have more to offer.
4 3rd (4) (11/1 -83%) Thebeautifulgame	11 11/1(-83%)	(4) Thebeautifulgame 11/1, Dual winner on the Flat but she's 0-9 over hurdles and while she has made the frame in handicaps at Downpatrick and Kilbeggan on her last 2 starts, others make more appeal for win purposes here. In the frame on her two most recent Irish starts and goes on the shortlist here.
1 4th (1) (17/2 -31%) Trailblazer	8.5 17/2(-31%)	(1) Trailblazer 17/2, Longstanding maiden on the Flat but off the mark at fifth attempt in this sphere when landing an 11-runner Perth handicap (2m, good) in July. Plausible excuses for subsequent defeats and one to consider at a track where he has been placed on both previous visits. Opened account with surprise win in June but two lesser efforts have followed.
5 5th (5) (7/2 -5%) Treasured Company	3.5 7/2(-5%)	(5) Treasured Company 7/2, Back-to-back winner in 2021, including over this C&D. Lightly-raced and largely below that level since but he turned a corner when striking off a reduced mark at Cartmel (17.2f, soft) last time and he remains on a workable mark back up 7 lb. Won off much reduced mark in August and remains very well handicapped on older form.
3 6th (3) (11/2 -38%) Sefton Warrior	5.5 11/2(-38%)	(3) Sefton Warrior 11/2, This Irish raider is 0-18 over hurdles but has returned to form with creditable efforts in defeat the last twice, latterly finding just one too good in a Worcester handicap (2½m, good). Dropping back in trip here will be no bad thing and he's likely to be on the premises. 0-18 over hurdles but arrives here after two good efforts and probably won't be far away.
7 7th (7) (16/1 -167%) Milajess	16 16/1(-167%)	(7) Milajess 16/1, Placed for a second time since joining this yard when second of 11 at Uttoxeter (15.8f, good) when last seen in June. Remains on a good mark following a 1 lb nudge and repeat of that will give her an each-way chance. 0-17 over hurdles but ran well in defeat on latest outing; could have a say.
11 8th (11) (33/1 +34%) Milan Echo	33 33/1(+34%)	(11) Milan Echo 33/1, Not a lost cause judged on bits and pieces of form but he hasn't shown much in 4 runs so far this year. Has lost his way since running well over C&D on stable debut last November.
10 9th (10) (15/2 -7%) Cofficionado	7.5 15/2(-7%)	(10) Cofficionado 15/2, On the back of a breathing operation he found only one too good on handicap debut at Market Rasen in May. Following that with a couple of low-key efforts but better the last twice, albeit without matching the form of the aforementioned Market Rasen run. Sports a first-time hood here. Recent efforts have been very respectable; hooded for first time; rain a negative.
8 \|F\| (8) (14/1 +44%) Check My Pulse	14 14/1(+44%)	(8) Check My Pulse 14/1, Winless since 2022 and he failed to build on reappearance third when only sixth in handicap chase at Cartmel (17.3f, good to soft) on latest appearance at the end of June. Opposable back over hurdles. Well beaten in latest chase and now back hurdling; forecast rain a big worry.
6 \|PU\| (6) (100/1 +0%) Barranco	100 100/1(+0%)	(6) Barranco 100/1, Bumper winner for Stuart Crawford in 2021 but lightly-raced since and hasn't shown much in 3 starts for present yard. Now tried in a hood. Pulled up twice last season, after a long layoff, and absent for another nine months since.

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13:50 Sedgefield Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 17f Race Class Flow

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

FOSTER'S FORTUNE made a winning start in handicaps when scoring over C&D back in May. The five-year-old returns to action raised 6lb, but he won with plenty left in the tank and looks assured to make another bold bid. Milajess is still seeking that elusive first victory, although she found only one too good at Uttoxeter last time and makes more appeal than Treasured Company, who ended a losing run stretching back to 2021 when successful at Cartmel and is 7lb higher now.

The vote goes to TRAILBLAZER, who opened his account at Perth during the summer and, now back on better ground and over this optimum trip, the 5-y-o is taken to resume winning ways. Treasured Company isn't certain to be in the same form nor mood as when scoring at Cartmel last time but will be a danger to all if he's again in the groove, while Sefton Warrior is third choice ahead of Foster's Fortune and Milajess.

Sue Smith's TREASURED COMPANY (nap) looked back in good nick when drawing clear to score at Cartmel in August and gets the nod.

13:55 Cork Handicap 6f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
8 1st (8) (7/1 +56%) Smoke Them Out	7 7/1(+56%)	(8) Smoke Them Out 7/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Creditable seventh of 14 in maiden (12/1) at Down Royal (7.1f, good to firm) 25 days ago. Makes handicap debut with more needed. Some decent maiden efforts; probably didn't stay 7f last time; still needs more.
1 2nd (1) (15/2 -114%) Kodilicious	7.5 15/2(-114%)	(1) Kodilicious 15/2, Twice-raced winner. 1 win from 2 runs this year. Won 11-runner maiden (12/1) at Sligo (5.7f, soft) 55 days ago, cosily. Makes handicap debut. Should improve. Well-beaten on debut in May but much better when winning at Sligo in August; form franked.
9 3rd (9) (14/1 +13%) Withoutfurtherado	14 14/1(+13%)	(9) Withoutfurtherado 14/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 25/1, fifteenth of 18 in maiden at Leopardstown (7.1f, good) 40 days ago. First run for yard after leaving Miss Jennifer Anne Lynch. Disappointing when last seen but some decent runs in defeat previously; needs more.
4 4th (4) (20/1 -122%) Kurrawa	20 20/1(-122%)	(4) Kurrawa 20/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Good 4¼ lengths fifth of 16 to Moonhall Church in claimer (13/2) at Fairyhouse (7f, good) 8 days ago, nearest finish. Makes handicap debut. Getting better with each recent run. Close 3rd in a Navan maiden over this trip; got no run in a 7f Fairyhouse claimer since.
10 5th (10) (22/1 -10%) Sunriseontheboyne	22 22/1(-10%)	(10) Sunriseontheboyne 22/1, Winner at Killarney in August. 8/1, seventh of 8 in nursery at the Curragh (7f, good) 31 days ago. Needs a couple of these to falter. Won over 1m but below that form over 7f since; could find this sharp; 3lb out of the h'cap.
3 6th (3) (5/1 -25%) Agouti Bear	5 5/1(-25%)	(3) Agouti Bear 5/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 3/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, solid fourth of 14 in maiden at Dundalk (6f) 11 days ago. Blinkers on 1st time. Much respected on her handicap debut. Similar efforts in defeat in three maidens over this trip; unraced on softer than good.
2 7th (2) (3/1 -33%) Gloriously Glam	3 3/1(-33%)	(2) Gloriously Glam 3/1, Winner at Sligo in August. 10/1, very good second of 22 in minor event at the Curragh (6.3f, good) 16 days ago, nearest finish having gone left start. Big shout back in nursery company. Easy Sligo nursery winner and solid runner-up efforts twice since; a major player.
6 8th (6) (7/1 +22%) Gazelle D'or	7 7/1(+22%)	(6) Gazelle D'or 7/1, Winner at Bellewstown in August. 5/1, good third of 7 in nursery at Fairyhouse (6f, good) 8 days ago. Can make her presence felt. Won a Bellewstown 5f maiden and 3rd in Fairyhouse nursery (not clear run) over this trip.
5 9th (5) (4/1 +27%) Gangsta Man	4 4/1(+27%)	(5) Gangsta Man 4/1, 12/1, good fourth of 14 in maiden at Naas (7f, good to firm) 12 days ago. Progressing recently so he needs considering. Best efforts in 9 starts have been over 7f last thrice but can cope with drop in trip.

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13:55 Cork Handicap 6f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

Jessica Harrington has a strong hand here, saddling three of the 10 declared. KODILICIOUS has a lofty rating of 93, after beating subsequent winners Rebel Diamond and Last Encore at Sligo last month. The former has in fact won three times since, claiming a Listed contest at Fairyhouse last week. Gloriously Glam is another Harrington representative. A runner-up to Last Encore on her penultimate start, she again finished second when last seen in the valuable Tattersalls Ireland Super Auction Sales Stakes. Gangsta Man is likely to appreciate this drop in trip and should be able to make his presence felt, while Agouti Bear and Gazelle D'or are other leading hopes.

Jessica Harrington saddles three here and her GLORIOUSLY GLAM is taken to come out on top on the back of her very good Curragh second last time out. Gangsta Man's recent form is on the up so he could emerge as the main danger, atlhough Gazelle d'Or and Agouti Bear are also worthy of consideration. Moonhall Church completes the shortlist.

Having beaten a subsequent Listed winner when making a winning debut at Sligo in August, KODILICIOUS can defy top-weight.

14:05 Bath Handicap (Class 6) 8f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
9 1st (9) (50/1 +0%) Alika Breeze	50 50/1(+0%)	(9) Alika Breeze 50/1, 40/1, eighth of 9 in handicap at Epsom (8.5f, heavy) 19 days ago, not clear run. Easy enough to look elsewhere. 0-7; well beaten in all four handicaps this year despite a sliding mark; others preferred.
5 2nd (5) (11/1 +56%) Soi Dao	11 11/1(+56%)	(5) Soi Dao 11/1, Eleventh of 12 in handicap (16/1) at Windsor (10f, good) 15 days ago and this 5-y-o is likely to find a few too good once more. 2lb below last winning mark, but below form the last twice; needs to bounce back.
1 3rd (1) (6/1 -20%) Racing Demon	6 6/1(-20%)	(1) Racing Demon 6/1, Unreliable sort. 3 wins from 10 runs this year. 9/1, career best when winning 10-runner handicap at this C&D (good to firm) 16 days ago, suited by way race developed. 2 lb rise fair enough and while he wouldn't be a banker to repeat that form, he'll be a threat late on if the pace is again strong. Three wins this year including two over C&D; respected in the soft conditions.
4 4th (4) (9/4 +68%) Johnjay	2.25 9/4(+68%)	(4) Johnjay 9/4, C&D winner. 15/2, sixth of 9 in handicap at Newbury (10f, good to soft) 82 days ago. Handles cut in the ground and possibilities back at his optimum trip. Sole success came over C&D (soft); possible to excuse two latest defeats; shortlisted.
6 5th (6) (13/2 +35%) Darysina Gold	6.5 13/2(+35%)	(6) Darysina Gold 13/2, C&D winner in August. Creditable fourth of 12 in handicap at Windsor (10f, good, 9/1) 15 days ago. Another who has shown her best form on good/good to firm, which is a concern. C&D winner in August, but she has it to prove on a soft surface.
11 6th (11) (66/1 -100%) Sense Of Reason	66 66/1(-100%)	(11) Sense Of Reason 66/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Last of 12 in handicap (33/1) at Windsor (8.1f, good) 15 days ago. Still early days for this 3-y-o but he needs to raise his game a couple of notches. Not finished within 14l of the winner in four starts; look elsewhere.
7 7th (7) (11/1 -69%) Chourmo	11 11/1(-69%)	(7) Chourmo 11/1, Three wins from 12 runs this year. Career best when winning 6-runner handicap (5/2) at Brighton (9.9f, good) 55 days ago. If the word 'soft' appears in the going description, as seems likely, that would be a concern. Three-time winner at Brighton this year; ground softer than good is a question mark.
2 8th (2) (6/1 +33%) Andromedas Kingdom	6 6/1(+33%)	(2) Andromedas Kingdom 6/1, C&D winner. 3 wins from 5 runs this year. 5/1, below form eighth of 14 in handicap at Doncaster (8f, good to firm) 68 days ago. Probably in the handicapper's grip for now. Three wins this year including two over C&D; return to a soft surface would be a plus.
14 9th (14) (10/1 +70%) Eye Of The Water	10 10/1(+70%)	(14) Eye Of The Water 10/1, C&D winner. Twelve runs since last win in 2023. 20/1, ninth of 12 in handicap at this C&D (good) 17 days ago. Others make more appeal. 12lb below last winning mark and 7lb lower than when second here in April; not ruled out.
12 10th (12) (33/1 -106%) Kapparis Kid	33 33/1(-106%)	(12) Kapparis Kid 33/1, Temperamental sort. 25/1, seventh of 11 in handicap at Windsor (6f, good to firm), slowly away. Off 92 days and significantly back up in trip. Others preferred. Unplaced in all nine handicaps including two for this yard; 3lb drop not enough to tempt.
13 11th (13) (15/2 -25%) Havana Goldrush	7.5 15/2(-25%)	(13) Havana Goldrush 15/2, C&D winner. 6/1, creditable fourth of 12 in handicap at this C&D (good) 17 days ago. Appears to be pretty versatile ground-wise and likely to be in the mix. 1lb lower than when making all over C&D in April; has form on a soft surface; shortlisted.
10 12th (10) (80/1 -142%) Magna Vega	80 80/1(-142%)	(10) Magna Vega 80/1, Eighth of 9 in handicap at Chepstow (10f, good to firm, 20/1) 75 days ago and, chances are, he'll come up short here, too. 0-9; third at Windsor in May but well held in three starts since; something to prove.
3 13th (3) (25/1 -317%) Raqraaq	25 25/1(-317%)	(3) Raqraaq 25/1, One win from 22 Flat runs. 9/1, good second of 12 in handicap at Windsor (8.1f, good) 15 days ago, running on. Remains on a decent mark and his turn may be near but the forecast slow ground is a worry (best form on good/good to firm). 1-22; ran well when second last time but there is a query about the ground.

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14:05 Bath Handicap (Class 6) 8f Race Class Flow

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

The lightly-raced Desert Footsteps made a successful handicap debut at Chepstow and appeals off just 6lb higher, while Chourmo, a ready winner at Brighton most recently, should go well if not inconvenienced by dropping back down in trip. However, dual C&D winner ANDROMEDAS KINGDOM looks worth chancing with the ground in her favour. She goes well fresh and, as she proved at Nottingham on her penultimate start, testing conditions can readily bring the best out of her.

DESERT FOOTSTEPS had her rivals in trouble some way out when making a winning handicap debut at Chepstow and, provided she proved equally effective on what is likely to be a slower surface here, the Marcus Tregoning-trained filly looks more than capable of going in again off this 6 lb higher mark. Havana Goldrush is next on the list, with Johnjay and Racing Demon also expected to be on the premises.

Preference is for dual C&D winner RACING DEMON who was impressive when winning easily on soft ground at Chepstow in May.

14:15 Ayr Maiden (Class 5) 6f - 3 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (1) (7/2 +50%) Blue Pinatubo	3.5 7/2(+50%)	(1) Blue Pinatubo 7/2, 20/1, ninth of 14 in maiden at Goodwood (6f, good to firm) on his debut 63 days ago. Should progress. Weakened into ninth of 14 at Glorious Goodwood but contests much easier race here.
4 2nd (4) (4/11 -173%) Weissmuller	0.363636 4/11(-173%)	(4) Weissmuller 4/11, Fairly useful gelding. Evens, solid third of 5 in maiden here (5.5f, good to firm) 64 days ago. Looks hard to beat on form. Royal Ascot fourth; beaten in a course maiden since but still has strong claims today.
2 3rd (2) (8/1 +33%) Invitorio	8 8/1(+33%)	(2) Invitorio 8/1, 18/1, seventh of 9 in novice at Pontefract (6f, good to firm) on his debut 12 days ago, missing break. Likely to improve. Bred to be a speedy 2yo but made low-key debut at Pontefract last week.

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14:15 Ayr Maiden (Class 5) 6f Race Class Flow

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

Although WEISSMULLER has yet to open his account after four attempts, Archie Watson's gelding sets a lofty standard with an official rating of 92. His rivals need to improve on what they achieved on debut and this looks a gilt-edged opportunity. The main threat might come from Blue Pinatubo, who showed good early pace in a Glorious Goodwood maiden. Invitorio is the pick of the other two.

Archie Watson's WEISSMULLER has some fairly useful form to his name and looks to have been found an excellent opportunity to get off the mark. Invitorio and Blue Pinatubo appeal as the duo to chase home the selection in that order.

His profile is not entirely convincing but Windsor Castle fourth WEISSMULLER ought to get off the mark at this fifth attempt.

14:25 Sedgefield Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 17f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
3 1st (3) (4/11 +55%) Model Approach	0.363636 4/11(+55%)	(3) Model Approach 4/11, Fairly useful maiden on Flat (stays 1½m) for Jim Bolger. Ran to a fair level when third on Market Rasen hurdle debut on Saturday. Leading claims turned out again quickly. Fair Flat racer; good start to hurdling career when third in Class 2 race on Saturday.
2 2nd (2) (14/1 -40%) Maple	14 14/1(-40%)	(2) Maple 14/1, Modest form at up to 1m on the Flat for Sir Michael Stoute. New connections acquired him for 11,000 gns in July. The betting should help guide to expectations on hurdle debut. 0-5 and rather disappointing on the Flat for Sir Michael Stoute; cost 11,000gns in July.
6 3rd (6) (9/2 +10%) There's No Limit	4.5 9/2(+10%)	(6) There's No Limit 9/2, Fair winner on the Flat and translated that ability to hurdles when fourth at Killarney in July. Not in anything like the same form when down the field there in August. Sports first-time blinkers now. Made quite encouraging hurdle debut but safely held since; rain a likely negative.
1 4th (1) (9/1 -100%) Fine Point	9 9/1(-100%)	(1) Fine Point 9/1, Fair maiden at up to 10.5f on the Flat in Ireland for Jim Bolger. Joined a stable which has tasted plenty of juvenile hurdle success over the years. Respected. Showed ability on the Flat in Ireland and has possibilities on stable/hurdle debut.
7 5th (7) (6/1 +0%) Trafalgar Square	6 6/1(+0%)	(7) Trafalgar Square 6/1, Fair maiden at up to 1½m on the Flat and showed an aptitude for hurdling when second of 12 in juvenile at Market Rasen in June. Disappointing at Cartmel next time, though, and also well held on the Flat at Haydock last month. Placed on hurdling debut and excused next defeat (on heavy ground) but others appeal more.
4 6th (4) (125/1 -279%) Popa Rich	125 125/1(-279%)	(4) Popa Rich 125/1, Smooth Daddy gelding. Half-brother to 7f winner abroad Xeiku. Dam 1m-1½m winner. Probably best watched on debut. Out of a useful Irish Flat winner; entitled to learn from this debut outing.
5 \|PU\| (5) (200/1 -100%) Rubio De Oro	200 200/1(-100%)	(5) Rubio De Oro 200/1, Modest maiden on the Flat. Pulled up on Cartmel hurdle debut in August. Outsider. Lowly rated Flat maiden; pulled up when 66-1 for hurdle debut in August.

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14:25 Sedgefield Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 17f Race Class Flow

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

Model Approach makes a quick reappearance having finished third at Market Rasen on Saturday. He looks sure to feature again with Brian Hughes keeping the partnership intact, but TRAFALGAR SQUARE may edge this. The latter struggled on heavy going when last seen over timber, but had shown plenty of promise when runner-up at Market Rasen on his hurdling debut, with a subsequent winner back in third, and he gets another chance. There's No Limit travels over from Ireland and may improve with blinkers applied for the first time.

MODEL APPROACH showed enough at Market Rasen on Saturday to think he can win a race like this if coping with the quick turnaround. Nigel Hawke saddled the runner-up in that Market Rasen race and his new recruit Fine Point may give the selection most to do ahead of Irish raider There's No Limit.

Among the best of these on the Flat, MODEL APPROACH started his hurdling career with a good run in a better race than this on Saturday.

14:30 Cork Handicap 6f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
3 1st (3) (5/2 +38%) Staysound Susie	2.5 5/2(+38%)	(3) Staysound Susie 5/2, Winner at Tipperary in May. Tenth of 15 in handicap at Galway (7f, good to soft, 10/1) 64 days ago. 5f Tipperary maiden winner on soft, 1lb lower than for 0.75l second at Naas (6f), claims.
1 2nd (1) (3/1 +33%) Tai Tam Bay	3 3/1(+33%)	(1) Tai Tam Bay 3/1, 14/1, seventh of 8 in handicap at Fairyhouse (7f, good) 8 days ago. Back on a good mark if he can recapture the form he showed over the summer. Won off 66 at Naas, placed off revised mark, 7f too far latest, easy ground ok, chance.
4 3rd (4) (5/2 +38%) Linger For Longer	2.5 5/2(+38%)	(4) Linger For Longer 5/2, C&D winner. Latest win at Limerick in July. Creditable fifth of 12 in handicap at Listowel (7.1f, good to soft, 14/1) 7 days ago. C&D winner off 64, good effort at Listowel latest, may need respite from the handicapper.
2 4th (2) (4/1 +0%) Emerald Banner	4 4/1(+0%)	(2) Emerald Banner 4/1, 4/1, below form sixth of 13 in maiden at the Curragh (6f, good to soft) 3 days ago. Blinkers on 1st time. Makes handicap debut. Placed in a C&D maiden, below par last twice, blinkers on for handicap bow, soft a worry.
5 5th (5) (9/1 -13%) Lunar Streets	9 9/1(-13%)	(5) Lunar Streets 9/1, Lightly-raced winner. Last of 9 in handicap at Sandown (7f, good, 14/1). Off 109 days. First run for yard after leaving Ed Dunlop. Tongue strap on 1st time. COlin Keane takes the ride. Check the betting. UK recruit, won on soft on debut, poor this season, best watched; tongue tied.

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14:30 Cork Handicap 6f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

STAYSOUND SUSIE might be able to bounce back from a below-par effort at Galway. A model of consistency prior to that run, she is versatile regards ground and should appreciate this drop back in trip. In truth, a case can be made for all six runners. Second four times from nine starts, first-time blinkers could work the oracle on handicap debutant Emerald Banner, while UK import Lunar Streets is of definite interest with Colin Keane aboard. Sligo victor Sakakawea warrants respect off an initial mark of 65, with C&D winner Linger For Longer and top-weight Tai Tam Bay completing the field.

There could be come from Sligo maiden winner SAKAKAWEA so she gets the nod to make a winning handicap debut back from 5 months off. Tai Tam Bay is starting to look well handicapped again and may give the selection most to do.

The most solid option is STAYSOUND SUSIE (nap). 7f stretched her last time, she went close off 1lb higher at Naas and she handles soft.

14:40 Bath Handicap (Class 6) 8f - 14 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
10 1st (10) (7/2 +36%) Albus Anne	3.5 7/2(+36%)	(10) Albus Anne 7/2, Last season's winner of this contest who got back to best form, in first-time hood, when landing 12-runner handicap over C&D (good, 11/2) 17 days ago, kept up to work. 4 lb rise fair and another bold is anticipated. Last two wins have come over C&D including this race last year; respected.
4 2nd (4) (8/1 +20%) Equion	8 8/1(+20%)	(4) Equion 8/1, 9/2, bit below form sixth of 13 in handicap at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 24 days ago, left poorly placed. Every chance if back to best. 6lb lower than when winning on heavy ground at Nottingham last year; each-way shout.
3 3rd (3) (8/1 +20%) Bella Veneta	8 8/1(+20%)	(3) Bella Veneta 8/1, C&D winner. 13/2, creditable fourth of 12 in handicap at Windsor (8.1f, good) 15 days ago. Respected. C&D winner whose recent efforts show that the ability remains; not dismissed.
5 4th (5) (28/1 -180%) City Cyclone	28 28/1(-180%)	(5) City Cyclone 28/1, 18/1, 2¼ lengths third of 12 to Judge Frank in handicap at Windsor (8.1f, good) 15 days ago. Claims on best form. 1-18; closely matched with Judge Frank on latest Windsor running; might not be far away.
9 5th (9) (9/1 +10%) Ciotog	9 9/1(+10%)	(9) Ciotog 9/1, C&D winner. Sixteen runs since last win in 2023. 7/2, creditable third of 10 in handicap at this C&D (good to firm) 16 days ago. Others more persuasive. Dual C&D winner but losing run up to 16; unraced on ground softer than good to soft.
6 6th (6) (15/2 +38%) Molly Valentine	7.5 15/2(+38%)	(6) Molly Valentine 15/2, 15/2, creditable third of 7 in handicap at Lingfield (8f, AW) 17 days ago. Needs a couple of these to falter. 7lb below last winning mark and ran better last time; possibilities if building on it.
1 7th (1) (15/2 -7%) Savanna King	7.5 15/2(-7%)	(1) Savanna King 15/2, Respectable fourth of 9 in handicap (11/2) at Epsom (10.1f, soft) 19 days ago. Back down in trip. Not out of things. 0-9; not sure dropping back in trip is the answer.
12 8th (12) (14/1 -211%) James Park Woods	14 14/1(-211%)	(12) James Park Woods 14/1, Posted best effort for some time when readily taking 6-runner handicap (2/1) at Brighton (8f, soft) 22 days ago. 5 lb higher now but looks a big player nonetheless. Won easily at Brighton last month; record of 2-45 sounds a note of caution.
2 9th (2) (10/1 +0%) Marsh Benham	10 10/1(+0%)	(2) Marsh Benham 10/1, Ungenuine type. 11/2 and tongue strap on for 1st time, creditable third of 6 in handicap at Brighton (8f, good) 30 days ago, slowly away. Others more appealing. Last win came on heavy ground at Windsor just under a year ago; now 4lb lower.
13 10th (13) (14/1 +30%) Ravenglass	14 14/1(+30%)	(13) Ravenglass 14/1, 8/1, respectable 5¾ lengths seventh of 12 to Albus Anne in handicap at this C&D (good) 17 days ago, not clear run. Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals. Losing run up to 27 and was behind two of these here last month.
11 11th (11) (22/1 -38%) Fact Or Fable	22 22/1(-38%)	(11) Fact Or Fable 22/1, C&D winner. Latest win here in August. Creditable 4 lengths fifth of 12 to Albus Anne in handicap (6/1) at this C&D (good) 17 days ago. Others hold stronger claims. Dual C&D winner; all seven turf wins have come on good or faster ground.
7 12th (7) (10/1 -122%) Judge Frank	10 10/1(-122%)	(7) Judge Frank 10/1, Off the mark at Chepstow last month and improved on that, in first-time cheekpieces, when taking 12-runner handicap at Windsor (8.1f, good, 9/4) 15 days ago. Likely contender. Bids for a hat-trick off a 3lb higher mark; would have made more appeal on drying ground.
8 13th (8) (40/1 -100%) Never Mind Me	40 40/1(-100%)	(8) Never Mind Me 40/1, 9/1, ninth of 11 in handicap at Lingfield (8f, AW) 21 days ago. Others look better treated. Twice went close in the summer, but well held in his other six starts; enough to prove.
14 14th (14) (200/1 -506%) Azamhan	200 200/1(-506%)	(14) Azamhan 200/1, Thirteen runs since last win in 2022. Last of 12 in handicap (100/1) at Chepstow (8.1f, good to firm). Off 13 months. Best watched. Beat just one rival in five starts last year; makes no appeal back from 404 days off.

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14:40 Bath Handicap (Class 6) 8f Race Class Flow

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

Hat-trick seeker JUDGE FRANK arrives at the top of his game and having made all to score off 3lb lower at Windsor last month, the improving three-year-old could again be difficult to overhaul if the cheekpieces have the same impact second time around. Marsh Benham has won with juice in the ground and is an appealing alternative to the selection from 4lb below his last winning mark. Albus Anne, who took a division of this event 12 months ago, and fellow C&D winner Ciotog complete the shortlist.

Preference is for JAMES PARK WOODS, who took advantage of a drop in the weights when scoring at Brighton last month and remains feasibly treated. Albus Anne and Judge Frank head the list of dangers.

The vote goes to ALBUS ANNE who won a division of this race last year and comes into this off the back of another C&D success.

14:50 Ayr Handicap (Class 4) 10f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
7 1st (7) (25/1 -108%) Can't Stop Now	25 25/1(-108%)	(7) Can't Stop Now 25/1, C&D winner. Latest win here in August. Eleventh of 13 in handicap at Doncaster (10.2f, good to soft, 20/1) 16 days ago. Others have achieved more. Won over C&D in August but was tailed off last time and comes with risks attached.
5 2nd (5) (9/4 +50%) Soowaih	2.25 9/4(+50%)	(5) Soowaih 9/4, Thirteen runs since last win in 2023 but he posted a very good second of 8 in handicap at Hamilton (12.1f, good) 8 days ago. Big shout off an unchanged mark. Only just caught at Hamilton (1m4f) last Monday and he's on same mark here; interesting.
3 3rd (3) (9/2 +44%) Spirit Of Acklam	4.5 9/2(+44%)	(3) Spirit Of Acklam 9/2, Lightly-raced winner. Course winner. Latest win at Ripon in April. Last of 13 in handicap (9/1) at Newbury (10f, good to firm) 136 days ago. Needs to bounce back. Record of 2-4 but was tailed off on handicap debut last time; bit to prove on return.
9 4th (9) (12/1 -20%) Jewel Maker	12 12/1(-20%)	(9) Jewel Maker 12/1, Latest win at Pontefract in July. 13/2, respectable sixth of 12 in handicap at this course (8f, good to firm) 11 days ago. Back up in trip. Can make presence felt. Generally consistent veteran who could make a big impact if he gets the breaks.
6 5th (6) (20/1 -25%) Savrola	20 20/1(-25%)	(6) Savrola 20/1, Arrives below form, fourth of 7 in handicap (12/1) at Musselburgh (8f, good to firm) 16 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. Needs a couple of these to falter. On dangerous mark but he needs to raise his game back up in trip; cheekpieces back on.
2 6th (2) (33/1 -313%) Johnny Ringo	33 33/1(-313%)	(2) Johnny Ringo 33/1, 4/1, ninth of 13 in handicap at Newcastle (8f) 66 days ago. Up in trip with work to do. Still lightly raced but best form has been on AW and is untried at this trip; bit to prove.
8 7th (8) (5/1 -25%) Reyaadah Star	5 5/1(-25%)	(8) Reyaadah Star 5/1, Creditable second of 7 in handicap at this C&D (good to firm, 10/1) 12 days ago. One for the shortlist. Front-running second over C&D latest and is only 1lb higher here; in the mix again.
10 8th (10) (16/1 -78%) Tilsitt	16 16/1(-78%)	(10) Tilsitt 16/1, C&D winner. Twenty eight runs since last win in 2022. Again well-backed 4/1, eighth of 11 in handicap at Hamilton (8.3f, good to soft) 1 day ago. Back up in trip. Went close at Hamilton (1m1f) nine days ago but well held there yesterday.
4 9th (4) (16/1 -78%) Young Fire	16 16/1(-78%)	(4) Young Fire 16/1, Latest win at York in September. 4/1, below form seventh of 13 in handicap at Doncaster (10.2f, good to soft) 16 days ago so needs to get back on track. Won at York last month and he had an excuse at Doncaster (lost a shoe) latest; dangerous.
1 10th (1) (5/1 -50%) Pol Roger	5 5/1(-50%)	(1) Pol Roger 5/1, C&D winner. Fair seventh of 11 in handicap (10/1) at this C&D (good to firm) 12 days ago. Can give a good account. Two C&D wins in 2024; held latest but that was a Class 2 and he's respected back in grade.

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14:50 Ayr Handicap (Class 4) 10f Race Class Flow

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

A chance can be taken on SPIRIT OF ACKLAM, who has been given a bit of time off since disappointing in the London Gold Cup at Newbury in May. The son of Cracksman will find this assignment much more to his liking and with the likelihood of further progress, he can get back on track. Soowaih was narrowly denied at Hamilton recently and he remains of interest from an unchanged mark. Others to note include Pol Roger and Reyaadah Star.

SOOWAIH went down only narrowly at Hamilton last time out and off the same mark here is taken to end a losing run. C&D winner Pol Roger heads the list of dangers with Jewel Maker, Reyaadah Star and Tilsitt also in the picture in this very open contest.

Several have possibilities but recent Hamilton runner-up SOOWAIH gets the vote ahead of Pol Roger and Jewel Maker.

15:00 Sedgefield Handicap Chase (Class 4) 21f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
2 1st (2) (11/4 +0%) Hashtag Boum	2.75 11/4(+0%)	(2) Hashtag Boum 11/4, A fairly useful and consistent hurdler who scored at Market Rasen in February. Respectable eighth at Ayr (24.3f, soft) when last seen out in April so one to be interested in now going chasing with Brian Hughes up for the first time. Irish point winner; has won two handicap hurdles; interesting now going chasing.
7 2nd (7) (9/2 +36%) Presenting Pete	4.5 9/2(+36%)	(7) Presenting Pete 9/2, Took a step back in right direction when fourth of 10 in handicap hurdle at Bangor (19.6f, good) 25 days ago. Needs considering on his chase debut. 2-23 over hurdles; in fair form, suited by good going and quite interesting on chase debut.
8 3rd (8) (13/2 -8%) Konfusion	6.5 13/2(-8%)	(8) Konfusion 13/2, Low-mileage 6-y-o who posted a good third of 11 in handicap hurdle at Market Rasen (23.1f, good to firm) 102 days ago. Much respected on his first go over the larger obstacles. Maiden hurdler; fair third in a 2m7f h'cap last time; quite interesting on chase debut.
6 4th (6) (5/1 +69%) Copper Beach	5 5/1(+69%)	(6) Copper Beach 5/1, A fair winning hurdler who wasn't disgraced when eighth in handicap hurdle at Cartmel (17.2f, soft) 38 days ago. Not discounted starting out over fences now. 1-16 over hurdles; below his best since wind op last November; may do better now chasing.
1 5th (1) (17/2 -113%) Lipa K	8.5 17/2(-113%)	(1) Lipa K 17/2, Made a fine start over fences for his new yard when landing a pair of 2m4f Bangor handicaps but he has failed to complete in a trio of starts since, brought down 5 out back at Bangor last time. Not one to write off. Two chase wins at Bangor in the spring; has a chance but 10lb higher than for last win.
4 6th (4) (7/2 -56%) Climbing	3.5 7/2(-56%)	(4) Climbing 7/2, Fair maiden hurdler who has been placed in 2m4f novice handicap chase at Stratford and Worcester this summer. Enters calculations once more. Maiden hurdler; two fair runs over fences following a wind op; each-way chance.
3 \|PU\| (3) (22/1 -83%) Wholeofthemoon	22 22/1(-83%)	(3) Wholeofthemoon 22/1, A fair winning hurdler at his best. Came in last of 8 in Flat handicap at Chester (12.3f, soft) 17 days ago so needs to bounce back now going over fences. Not at best in the spring and tailed off on the Flat last month; chase debut; bit to prove.

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15:00 Sedgefield Handicap Chase (Class 4) 21f Race Class Flow

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

It could pay to forgive CLIMBING a disappointing effort at Worcester last month. The six-year-old had made a promising debut over the larger obstacles, when runner-up at Stratford on his handicap bow, and Jamie Snowden's charge remains open to plenty of improvement. Lipa K landed a double over fences back in the spring, although he has more to find now 10lb higher than when last successful. The remainder all make their chasing debuts, with Hashtag Boum preferred on the strength of her form over hurdles.

This looks wide open and marginal preference is for HASHTAG BOUM, a reliable and fairly useful winning hurdler who has the services of Brian Hughes for the first time now she goes over fences. Jamie Snowden's Climbing has been placed on both his runs in this sphere and seems sure to be on the premises again, while Lipa K is another worthy of consideration despite failing to complete on his last three runs.

Having won a point and two races over hurdles HASHTAG BOUM is an interesting contender on her chase debut.

15:05 Cork Handicap 6f - 14 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
4 1st (4) (9/1 -13%) Run Forrest Run	9 9/1(-13%)	(4) Run Forrest Run 9/1, Won this race last year. Below par in recent starts but might have been primed for this race again. Considered. Last year's winner off 2lb higher on soft, drawn low and first-time blinkers, chance.
6 2nd (6) (12/1 +52%) Green Valentine	12 12/1(+52%)	(6) Green Valentine 12/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 80/1, eleventh of 17 in handicap at the Curragh (6f, good) 31 days ago. Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals. Ability in third maiden on soft; ground too quick latest; Keane up and well-drawn; chance.
2 3rd (2) (5/1 +17%) Zaragoza	5 5/1(+17%)	(2) Zaragoza 5/1, Winner at the Curragh in June. 11/1, bit below form twelfth of 28 in handicap at the Curragh (7f, good to firm) 45 days ago. Looks competitive on form. Won off 3lb lower on handicap bow, no impact since, down in trip, others preferred.
1 4th (1) (7/1 -27%) Pink Oxalis	7 7/1(-27%)	(1) Pink Oxalis 7/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Fourth of 15 in maiden at Limerick (7f, good, 13/2). Off 101 days. Makes handicap debut. Handicap debutante, promise in maidens, could be well-treated, off 101 days, interesting.
14 5th (14) (14/1 +58%) Finito Bonito	14 14/1(+58%)	(14) Finito Bonito 14/1, 50/1, bit below form eighth of 22 in handicap at Naas (5f, good to soft) 37 days ago. Stayed on over 5f at Navan latest, this trip a plus but soft ground a worry, 1lb wrong.
10 6th (10) (8/1 +20%) Coolcalmncollected	8 8/1(+20%)	(10) Coolcalmncollected 8/1, Fourteen runs since last win in 2022. 18/1, sixteenth of 17 in handicap at Fairyhouse (6f, good) 8 days ago. Good run at Naas last month, ran well off higher mark on soft last year, can't discount.
13 7th (13) (11/2 +54%) Rattletheonionbag	5.5 11/2(+54%)	(13) Rattletheonionbag 11/2, 14/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, eleventh of 17 in handicap at this course (7f, good to firm) 20 days ago. Blinkers on 1st time. Poor since decent run in a Curragh maiden last year, blinkers reached for, 4lb wrong.
12 8th (12) (12/1 -20%) Purring Along	12 12/1(-20%)	(12) Purring Along 12/1, Course winner. 11/1, ninth of 14 in handicap at Listowel (7.1f, good to soft) 7 days ago. Blinkers back on. Plenty to find on form. Won here over 7f last year, 6lb wrong and trip concerns, blinkers return, others preferred.
9 9th (9) (16/1 +20%) Coffeemeanscoffee	16 16/1(+20%)	(9) Coffeemeanscoffee 16/1, C&D winner. 50/1, sixth of 14 in handicap at Bellewstown (8f, good to soft) 35 days ago. Down in trip. C&D winner 2021, drop in trip and soft ground to suit, needs a revival but it's possible.
3 10th (3) (9/2 -64%) Mymomentintime	4.5 9/2(-64%)	(3) Mymomentintime 9/2, Twelve runs since last win in 2022. Respectable third of 22 in handicap at Naas (5f, good to soft, 4/1) 37 days ago, first home in group. Has good chance under Lee. Locally trained, good effort over 5f latest, poor form at 6f, others look more likely.
5 11th (5) (33/1 -65%) Smart Impression	33 33/1(-65%)	(5) Smart Impression 33/1, Fifteenth of 21 in handicap (28/1) at the Curragh (6f, good to firm) 45 days ago. Blinkers on 1st time. Others more persuasive. Is 0-10, hasn't shown enough on turf, well-beaten latest, blinkers go on, hard to fancy.
7 12th (7) (17/2 -143%) Little Mi Mi	8.5 17/2(-143%)	(7) Little Mi Mi 17/2, Lightly-raced maiden. 40/1 and tongue strap on for 1st time, excellent second of 15 in handicap at Navan (5f, good) 24 days ago. Player. Fine effort at Navan, step up to 6f to suit, soft ground an unknown, chance if handles it.
8 13th (8) (80/1 -400%) Layoftheland	80 80/1(-400%)	(8) Layoftheland 80/1, Ninth of 13 in handicap at Sligo (5.7f, soft, 14/1) 55 days ago. Is 0-10, went close off higher marks at Sligo and Navan, might need the rain to stay away.
15 14th (15) (125/1 -150%) Phoenix Princess	125 125/1(-150%)	(15) Phoenix Princess 125/1, Blinkered for 1st time, ninth of 10 in maiden at Listowel (8f, good to soft, 200/1) 8 days ago. Down in trip. No show in two runs for current yard, hard to fancy down in trip, 7lb wrong.

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15:05 Cork Handicap 6f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

It might be worth taking a chance on RUN FORREST RUN in this competitive affair. The Micky Fenton-trained six-year-old won this race last year when rated 2lb higher and blinkers are tried for the first time now. Fresh from a win at Listowel, young apprentice Darragh O'Sullivan takes the ride and claims a valuable 7lb. Third at Naas last month, the locally-trained Mymomentintime is an obvious danger. Versatile regards ground, the five-year-old is sure to be a popular choice with punters. Handicap debutant Pink Oxalis has three solid efforts to her name and is one for the shortlist, while others to consider are Navan runner-up Little Mi Mi, 2021 winner Coffeemeanscoffee and Green Valentine.

MYMOMENTINTIME shaped well under Billy Lee at Naas last month and is worth a chance to confirm that promise. Little Mi Mi reacted well to a tongue strap when an improved second at Navan last month and this lightly-raced 3-y-o can provide the chief threat ahead of last year's winner Run Forrest Run.

A chance is taken on GREEN VALENTINE. She's nicely drawn, Keane is back on board and the ground may have been too lively on latest.

15:15 Bath Stakes (Class 4) 8f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (1) (8/13 +15%) Hopewell Rock	0.615385 8/13(+15%)	(1) Hopewell Rock 8/13, Promising sort who made a winning start in 10-runner maiden (17/2) at Newbury (8f, good to firm) 46 days ago. Likely more to come yet and holds strong claims. Held a Royal Lodge entry at the time of his Newbury win; the form pick and looks promising.
2 2nd (2) (3/1 +33%) Castle Gates	3 3/1(+33%)	(2) Castle Gates 3/1, Looked in need of experience when fifth of 11 in novice at Kempton (7f, 17/2) on debut 25 days ago. Step up in trip is a plus and remains with potential. Eyecatching fifth in 7f AW event at Kempton, making late progress from rear; interesting.
4 3rd (4) (11/1 -69%) Distant Memory	11 11/1(-69%)	(4) Distant Memory 11/1, Foaled March 17. 52,000 gns yearling, Sottsass colt. Half-brother to several winners, including 2-y-o 1m winner Brutal and 9.5f-11f winner God of Fire, both useful. Interesting newcomer. 52,000gns yearling; Sottsass half-brother to four winners; major stable; one to consider.
3 4th (3) (66/1 -32%) Chambers	66 66/1(-32%)	(3) Chambers 66/1, Foaled April 17. €16,000 yearling, Inns of Court gelding. Closely related to 1m-1¼m winner Morlaix and half-brother to temperamental winner up to 1m Thechildren'strust. 16,000euros yearling; by Inns Of Court; gelded newcomer; others preferred.
9 5th (9) (8/1 +20%) Sourdough	8 8/1(+20%)	(9) Sourdough 8/1, Foaled April 5. Wootton Bassett colt. Closely related to useful 1¼m-1½m winner Stay Well and half-brother to useful 2-y-o 7f winner Sweeping. Makes appeal on paper. From a family that has served his connections well; heed the market signals.
6 6th (6) (20/1 -100%) Gaelic Heart	20 20/1(-100%)	(6) Gaelic Heart 20/1, Foaled March 11. €80,000 yearling, Masar colt. Dam, 8.5f winner, half-sister to very smart 1¼m-13f winner (stays 2m) Deauville Legend out of useful 1¼m/11f winner Soho Rose. Market check advised on debut. 80,000euros yearling; by Masar; stable first string on jockey arrangements; interesting.
5 7th (5) (28/1 -180%) Fantasy World	28 28/1(-180%)	(5) Fantasy World 28/1, Foaled April 7. 13,000 gns foal, €70,000 yearling, Make Believe colt. Half-brother to 1¾m winner Moonlit Night and winner up to 1½m Billiegee. Trainer’s newcomers command respect. Wears hood. 70,000euros yearling; wears hood on debut; the stable second string on jockey bookings.
12 8th (12) (125/1 -25%) Sharma D'amour	125 125/1(-25%)	(12) Sharma D'amour 125/1, Once-raced maiden. 50/1, ninth of 12 in maiden at Lingfield (7f, AW) on debut 35 days ago. Up against it. Always behind in 7f AW maiden, having been friendless in the betting.
7 9th (7) (40/1 +20%) Scarlet Moon	40 40/1(+20%)	(7) Scarlet Moon 40/1, Twice-raced maiden. 200/1, seventh of 11 in maiden at Sandown (8f, good) 13 days ago. Improvement required. Has failed to land a blow in two 1m maidens on good ground.
10 10th (10) (150/1 -200%) Sydney Whistler	150 150/1(-200%)	(10) Sydney Whistler 150/1, Foaled February 18. 3,500 gns foal, €8,000 yearling, 2,500 gns 2-y-o, Havana Gold gelding. Brother to winner up to 1¾m Dance Havana and half-brother to Australian 1m winner General Bordeaux. 2,500gns 2yo; by Havana Gold; gelded newcomer; best watched.
11 11th (11) (33/1 -136%) Pure Theory	33 33/1(-136%)	(11) Pure Theory 33/1, Foaled April 7. 25,000 gns yearling, Ulysses filly. Half-sister to several winners, including 6f-1m winner Agrimony and 9f winner Strong And Stable. Dam unraced sister to useful 11f-1¾m winner Permit. Worth monitoring in market on racecourse bow. 25,000gns yearling; Ulysses half-sister to five winners; market informative.
8 12th (8) (100/1 -100%) Sir Kenny	100 100/1(-100%)	(8) Sir Kenny 100/1, Foaled February 13. 1,000 gns yearling, Kendargent gelding. Dam, 1¼m winner who stayed 12.5f, half-sister to very smart winner up to 1¼m Neatico. 1,000gns yearling; by Kendargent; gelded debutant; others are more appealing.

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15:15 Bath Stakes (Class 4) 8f Race Class Flow

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

A taking winner over this distance on debut at Newbury in August, HOPEWELL ROCK looks more than capable of handling a 6lb penalty and soft ground should not be an issue for the son of New Bay. A promising fifth when keeping on well late over 7f at Kempton, Castle Gates is bred to improve for the extra furlong and he is a leading contender. Distant Memory and Fantasy World are interesting newcomers.

It's likely we haven't seen the best of HOPEWELL ROCK, who had something in hand when scoring on debut at Newbury in August. He can follow up. Castle Gates is a likely improver and is feared most, whilst Sourdough may be the pick of an interesting crop of newcomers.

Newbury winner HOPEWELL ROCK is taken to defy a penalty. Castle Gates loooks a danger, while some of the newcomers are interesting.

15:25 Ayr Handicap (Class 4) 7f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (1) (9/2 +55%) Redarna	4.5 9/2(+55%)	(1) Redarna 9/2, Latest win at Carlisle in August. 9/2, respectable fifth of 11 to Jenni in handicap at this C&D (good to firm) 10 days ago. A dual winner of this contest in 2020 and 2021 so he merits serious consideration. Record over C&D stands at six wins and one close second from nine starts; considered.
2 2nd (2) (5/2 +38%) Abduction	2.5 5/2(+38%)	(2) Abduction 5/2, 3-time C&D winner, inlcuding in this in 2022. Not ideally placed when eighth of 12 in handicap at this C&D (good to firm, 5/1) 10 days ago so he can give a good account. Won three of his six starts over C&D, including this race in 2022; claims if they go quick.
4 3rd (4) (6/1 -50%) Danzan	6 6/1(-50%)	(4) Danzan 6/1, Course winner. Good third of 24 in handicap (22/1) at this course (6f, good to firm) 11 days ago. Back up in trip. Eighteen runs since last win in 2023. Return to 7f will suit off the same mark and he may be able to get his own way; player.
6 4th (6) (10/1 +9%) Clasina	10 10/1(+9%)	(6) Clasina 10/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Respectable fourth of 8 in handicap (15/2) at Musselburgh (7.1f, good to firm) 17 days ago, unsuited by emphasis on speed. Ought to be thereabouts. Not suited by the way the race unfolded last time; 5lb better off with Jenni; chance.
3 5th (3) (11/2 -83%) Red Mirage	5.5 11/2(-83%)	(3) Red Mirage 11/2, Latest win at Catterick in April. Respectable fourth of 12 in handicap at Epsom (7f, soft, 13/2) 19 days ago. Claims. Any rain would help; well treated again if he settles better than is sometimes the case.
5 6th (5) (3/1 -50%) Jenni	3 3/1(-50%)	(5) Jenni 3/1, Got off the mark with a career best in 11-runner handicap (10/1) at this C&D (good to firm) 10 days ago. Remains unexposed at this trip so holds very good claims despite a 3 lb weights rise. Unexposed over this trip and a 3lb rise seems fair; has a decent chance.

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15:25 Ayr Handicap (Class 4) 7f Race Class Flow

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

JENNI gained her first career success over C&D on her latest outing and the daughter of Mehmas makes plenty of appeal in her bid to strike again off a 3lb higher mark. Danzan has to enter the reckoning based on his third in the Bronze Cup last time, while others for the shortlist include Red Mirage, who hit the frame at Chester in June, and Clasina.

JENNI looked suited by the 7f trip when gaining her breakthrough victory over C&D last week and is taken to make light of a 3 lb rise in the weights. Former winners Redarna and Abduction both seem set to be on the premises once more and can ensure David O'Meara's filly doesn't have things all her own way.

Narrow preference in a tight handicap is for JENNI, who remains open to improvement over this trip. Danzan is second choice.

15:35 Sedgefield Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 20f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (1) (9/4 -50%) I'm Ravenous	2.25 9/4(-50%)	(1) I'm Ravenous 9/4, Disappointed when third at Worcester (16f, good) in July but had been going the right way previously and this winning pointer will surely benefit from the step up in trip here. Shortlisted. Point winner; fair form in 2m hurdles (only third at 4-11 last time); 2m4f should suit.
2 2nd (2) (3/1 -33%) Isle Of Sark	3 3/1(-33%)	(2) Isle Of Sark 3/1, Fairly-useful Flat winner who built on promising hurdles debut when runner-up at Tramore (21.4f) in August. May have been undone by slow ground when fifth of 13 in novice at Kilbeggan (24.4f, soft) last month and must enter calculations. Flat winner; good 2nd in strong maiden on second hurdles start; chance back down in trip.
8 3rd (8) (13/2 +28%) Rockchoeur	6.5 13/2(+28%)	(8) Rockchoeur 13/2, Just modest form in 3 bumpers for Nigel Twiston-Davies and ran to a similar level when third of 9 in novice at Market Rasen (16.6f, good to firm) on hurdles bow 45 days ago. Improvement required to figure here. Promise in bumpers and on hurdles debut over 2m; should improve for step up to 2m4f.
10 4th (10) (66/1 -450%) Bobbigrey	66 66/1(-450%)	(10) Bobbigrey 66/1, Beaten quickly when fifth of 9 in novice hurdle at Worcester (16f, good) 41 days ago. This longer trip will suit but she is likely to need more time. Third in an Irish point; fair fifth on hurdles debut (green); improvement expected.
3 5th (3) (3/1 +40%) My Friend Yeats	3 3/1(+40%)	(3) My Friend Yeats 3/1, Irish point winner who left his hurdles debut effort well behind when second of 9 in Cartmel novice (22.1f, good to firm) in July. May have more to offer yet. Winning Irish pointer; good second at Cartmel on second hurdles start; in the mix.
6 6th (6) (5/1 +50%) Will Knott	5 5/1(+50%)	(6) Will Knott 5/1, Fairly-useful bumper winner who was unsuited by emphasis on speed when fourth of 7 in novice hurdle at Perth (16.2f, good to soft) in May. Step up in trip is a plus but others hold more appeal here. Bumper winner on stable debut; fair fourth over hurdles last time (2m); 2m4f should suit.
9 7th (9) (125/1 -25%) Woogrey	125 125/1(-25%)	(9) Woogrey 125/1, Offered little in a couple of starts over hurdles for Craig Lidster last year and can only be watched on debut for new connections here. Some promise in bumpers but disappointing over hurdles; others stronger.
4 8th (4) (250/1 -279%) Stonegate	250 250/1(-279%)	(4) Stonegate 250/1, Modest form in bumpers and no real impact in a couple of starts in this sphere. Likely to be seen in better light when sent handicapping over a longer trip. Fair bumper performer; well beaten at 150-1 in two runs over hurdles; others stronger.
5 9th (5) (66/1 -100%) The Big Breac	66 66/1(-100%)	(5) The Big Breac 66/1, £11,000 6-y-o, Malinas gelding. Half-brother to modest hurdler Getaway Lucy. Placed in last 3 of 4 starts in Irish points, last of 3 finishers last time (Mar 2023). Worth monitoring in market on Rules debut. Placed in 3 of 4 Irish points; no easy task on hurdle/stable debut after 562 days off.
7 \|S\| (7) (66/1 -371%) East Eagle	66 66/1(-371%)	(7) East Eagle 66/1, Showed more than on hurdling debut when fifth of 10 in novice at Market Rasen (20.6f, good to firm) 45 days ago. May have more to offer yet and holds each-way claims. £4,500 buy after promise in bumpers; fair fifth on second hurdles start; should progress.
11 \|PU\| (11) (200/1 -203%) Tres Bien	200 200/1(-203%)	(11) Tres Bien 200/1, Showed a bit when third in a Newton Abbot bumper on debut but disappointed on both starts for current yard last month. Tongue strap on first time. Promise in points/bumper; tongue-tie tried after being pulled up over hurdles on Saturday.

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15:35 Sedgefield Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 20f Race Class Flow

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

MY FRIEND YEATS stepped forward from his hurdling bow when filling the runner-up spot at Cartmel in July and the six-year-old appears to have been found an ideal opportunity to go one better. I'm Ravenous may benefit from rising in trip after a disappointing effort at Worcester, while Irish raider Isle Of Sark is best judged on his second at Tramore in August, which gives him every chance of being in the mix.

Irish raider ISLE OF SARK will be suited by the drop back in trip and can open his account. I'm Ravenous and My Friend Yeats look the likeliest dangers.

The choice is ISLE OF SARK, who was a good second in a decent Tramore maiden hurdle on his second start and didn't stay 3m last time.

15:40 Cork Maiden 8f - 15 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
17 1st (17) (2/1 +6%) Wemightakedlongway	2 2/1(+6%)	(17) Wemightakedlongway 2/1, Promising type. Third of 16 in maiden at this C&D (good to firm, 20/1) on debut 20 days ago. Should improve. Hugely promising debut over C&D, leading claims if as effective on likely softer ground.
7 2nd (7) (13/8 -48%) Minnie Hauk	1.625 13/8(-48%)	(7) Minnie Hauk 13/8, Foaled April 13. €1,850,000 yearling, Frankel filly. Half-sister to 2 winners, notably smart 1m winner Tilsit. Lots to like on paper and confidence behind her in the betting would look highly significant. Frankel filly, from the family of Kingman, top yard and looks the first string, chance.
5 3rd (5) (8/1 +0%) Just Before	8 8/1(+0%)	(5) Just Before 8/1, Twice-raced filly. Fifth of 16 in maiden at this C&D (good to firm, 33/1) 20 days ago, suited by increase in trip. Should have more to offer. Well-beaten on debut, fine effort over this C&D second time up, soft ground an unknown.
1 4th (1) (7/1 +42%) Bint Majestic Roi	7 7/1(+42%)	(1) Bint Majestic Roi 7/1, Once-raced filly. 28/1, eighth of 14 in maiden at Leopardstown (7.2f, good) on debut 82 days ago. May well do better. Yard also saddles newcomer Restful. Ghaiyyath filly is from a good family, 28-1 when well-beaten over 7f, may need more time.
13 5th (13) (22/1 -38%) Restful	22 22/1(-38%)	(13) Restful 22/1, Foaled March 30. Saxon Warrior filly. Half-sister to smart winner up to 1m Blue For You and 2m winner Forgetmenotblue. It will be interesting to see which way she goes in the betting. Saxon Warrior filly, related to winners and from a respected yard, check the market.
16 6th (16) (40/1 +60%) Vervain	40 40/1(+60%)	(16) Vervain 40/1, Once-raced filly. Tenth of 17 in maiden at Leopardstown (7f, good, 50/1) on debut 75 days ago. Promise when 50-1 for her debut at Leopardstown over 7f, up in trip, may need more time.
3 7th (3) (7/1 +42%) Faithlegg Lodge	7 7/1(+42%)	(3) Faithlegg Lodge 7/1, Foaled February 24. 18,000 gns foal, Bated Breath filly. Half-sister to several winners, including 7f-1½m winner Cay Dancer and 1m-1¼m winner Dynamic, both useful. Watch the betting for clues. Bated Breath filly, related to plenty of winners, respected yard and worth a market check.
2 8th (2) (80/1 -60%) Cuckaloo Hill	80 80/1(-60%)	(2) Cuckaloo Hill 80/1, Foaled March 26. €13,000 yearling, Phoenix of Spain filly. Half-sister to a winner abroad by Churchill. Dam 7f winner out of close relative to high-class performer up to 2m Cavalryman. Entitled to come on for the run. A 13,000 euros Phoenix Of Spain filly, yard not renowned for 2yo winners, best watched.
11 9th (11) (125/1 -25%) Prada's World	125 125/1(-25%)	(11) Prada's World 125/1, Once-raced filly. Fourteenth of 16 in maiden at Galway (7f, good, 40/1) on debut 21 days ago. Was 40-1 for her Galway debut and beaten 23l, up in trip, others appeal more.
9 10th (9) (12/1 -33%) Mveve	12 12/1(-33%)	(9) Mveve 12/1, Foaled January 21. $130,000 yearling, American Pharoah filly. Half-sister to several winners, including smart winner up to 8.2f Alterite and 7f winner Jamais Assez. Dam unraced. One to note in the betting. $130,000 American Pharoah filly, in good hands and market support could be significant.
6 11th (6) (125/1 +17%) Kilgharrahs Love	125 125/1(+17%)	(6) Kilgharrahs Love 125/1, Twice-raced filly. 150/1, ninth of 13 in maiden at Punchestown (7f, good) 14 days ago, not knocked about. Big odds and just minor promise in both starts, qualifies for handicaps after this.
10 12th (10) (150/1 -50%) Nell's Dream	150 150/1(-50%)	(10) Nell's Dream 150/1, Once-raced filly. Seventh of 9 in maiden (100/1) at Listowel (7.1f, good to soft) on debut 7 days ago. Was 100-1 and well beaten on debut over 7f, up in trip and best watched.
15 13th (15) (150/1 -50%) Sweet Zaroline	150 150/1(-50%)	(15) Sweet Zaroline 150/1, Twice-raced filly. 125/1, last of 13 in maiden at Punchestown (7f, good) 14 days ago. Yard saddles more appealing candidates in Mveve and Wemightakedlongway. Well-beaten in two 7f maidens, yard has stronger claims with Wemightakedlongway.
4 14th (4) (150/1 +0%) Guelder Rose	150 150/1(+0%)	(4) Guelder Rose 150/1, Once-raced filly. 150/1, sixteenth of 22 in minor event at the Curragh (6.3f, good) on debut 16 days ago, inadequate test. Up in trip. Tough task on debut, should benefit from that experience but probably best watched here.
12 15th (12) (150/1 +0%) Rebel Lily	150 150/1(+0%)	(12) Rebel Lily 150/1, Thrice-raced filly. Ninth of 10 in maiden at Roscommon (7.5f, heavy, 100/1) 42 days ago. Nearer last than first in all three starts on varying ground, hard to make a case for.

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15:40 Cork Maiden 8f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

Aidan O'Brien's Minnie Hauk is the obvious starting point. This daughter of Frankel made a whopping 1,850,000 euros at Goffs Ireland in September last year and doubtless connections will be delighted to see her make her debut at the end of her juvenile campaign. She is a half-sister to a Group 2 winner. In a race of many imponderables, a chance is taken on her stablemate, WIN ME OVER. She is a sister to a multiple-Group 1 winner and Jack Cleary takes a very handy 7lb off her back. Joseph O'Brien's Wemightakedlongway finished well for third on racecourse debut over C&D, while Bint Majestic Roi could improve on her second start.

It will be an ominous sign for her rivals if MINNIE HAUK is strong in the betting. Indeed, the Frankel filly fetched a cool €1,850,000 as a yearling, if her pedigree is anything to go by, she will have a bright future. Wemightakedlongway and Just Before have both displayed a fair level of ability and are feared most in that order of preference, while Minnie Hauk's stablemate Win Me Over is also one to keep an eye on.

Narrow preference is for STELLAR QUALITY. She showed a lot of promise in a 7f Leopardstown barrier trial and this trip should suit.

15:50 Bath Handicap (Class 5) 6f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
13 (13) (40/1 -186%) Rosy Hope	40 40/1(-186%)	(13) Rosy Hope 40/1, Fifth of 8 in nursery at Brighton (6f, good, 6/1) 30 days ago. First run for yard after leaving Alice Haynes. Others more persuasive. 0-7 for Alice Haynes; sold for 1,500gns since last run; has inconsistent nursery from.
12 1st (12) (8/1 +11%) Emporess	8 8/1(+11%)	(12) Emporess 8/1, 20/1, creditable fourth of 12 in nursery at this course (5f, good) 17 days ago. Each-way claims. Ran creditably here last month, while again shaping as if this extended 5f will suit.
1 2nd (1) (33/1 -371%) Beautiful Things	33 33/1(-371%)	(1) Beautiful Things 33/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Good third of 7 in nursery at Chelmsford City (5f, 25/1) 31 days ago. First run for yard after leaving George Scott. Can make presence felt. Ran well over 5f in two of her four starts for George Scott; joined new yard for 12,000gns.
5 3rd (5) (12/1 +14%) Summer Of Light	12 12/1(+14%)	(5) Summer Of Light 12/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 15/2, seventh of 10 in maiden at Windsor (5.1f, firm) 59 days ago. Improvement required on handicap debut. Recorded her best effort on sole attempt on soft ground; interesting with similar going.
10 4th (10) (6/1 +50%) Sabrimento	6 6/1(+50%)	(10) Sabrimento 6/1, Creditable seventh of 12 in nursery (12/1) at this course (5f, good) 17 days ago. Others more persuasive. Kept on for respectable seventh, not beaten far, in 5f nursery here last time.
9 5th (9) (8/1 -33%) Roysdelight	8 8/1(-33%)	(9) Roysdelight 8/1, Upped his game when close second of 6 in nursery at Chepstow (5.1f, good, 8/1) 36 days ago, clear of rest. Remains feasibly treated and is one for shortlist. Went close at Chepstow last time; possibilities, provided that form is backed up.
3 6th (3) (7/1 +30%) John's Dragon	7 7/1(+30%)	(3) John's Dragon 7/1, Winner at Windsor in June. Bit below form thirteenth of 22 in minor event (40/1) at the Curragh (6.3f, good) 16 days ago. Enters calculations. Mixed results since her maiden win but ran well off this mark at Chepstow in August.
8 7th (8) (6/5 +60%) Saytarr	1.2 6/5(+60%)	(8) Saytarr 6/5, Lightly-raced maiden who found more improvement, in first-time cheekpieces, when close second of 4 in nursery at Ffos Las (6f, heavy, 13/8) 33 days ago. Just 1 lb higher now and holds strong claims. Showing steady progress; nearly made all at Ffos Las (6f, heavy) most recently; respected.
2 8th (2) (14/1 -40%) Cindy Lou Who	14 14/1(-40%)	(2) Cindy Lou Who 14/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Seventh of 10 in novice (28/1) at Ascot (6f, good to soft) 25 days ago, not knocked about. May do better on handicap debut here. Hasn't gone on from debut effort but this switch to nursery level may help.
7 9th (7) (25/1 -317%) Lady Dorchester	25 25/1(-317%)	(7) Lady Dorchester 25/1, Bounced back to best when good second of 6 in nursery at Brighton (5.3f, good to soft, 12/1) 29 days ago. First run for yard after leaving Raphael Freire. Must enter calculations. Creditable second at Brighton last month; place possibilities on debut for new stable.
11 10th (11) (50/1 -52%) Subsonictoshannon	50 50/1(-52%)	(11) Subsonictoshannon 50/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Tenth of 12 in nursery (80/1) at this course (5f, good) 17 days ago, needing stiffer test. Must improve. Regressive since an encouraging debut; this extra yardage needs to help.

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15:50 Bath Handicap (Class 5) 6f Race Class Flow

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

SAYTARR may have a wide draw to overcome, but he could be the one to beat in this field following a narrow reversal over 6f at Ffos Las last time out. This slightly shorter trip could prove ideal and the son of Mehmas is preferred to nursery debutant Mirage Mistress, as well as Roysdelight, who ran a career best, despite a slow start, when narrowly denied over 5f at Chepstow in August.

SAYTARR is going the right way and proved his effectiveness in testing conditions when runner-up at Ffos Las in August. He gets the nod. Lady Dorchester and Roysdelight rate the principal dangers.

Steadily improving SAYTARR is taken to open his account. Emporess is second choice ahead of Roysdelight.

16:00 Ayr Handicap (Class 6) 7f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
2 1st (2) (16/5 -42%) Sir Garfield	3.2 16/5(-42%)	(2) Sir Garfield 16/5, Winner at Catterick in July. Very good second of 13 in handicap at this C&D (good to firm, 15/2) 12 days ago. Expected to be bang there off an unchanged mark. Form figures of 122282 since July and that latest second was over C&D; key player.
8 2nd (8) (20/1 -233%) Golden Valour	20 20/1(-233%)	(8) Golden Valour 20/1, Course winner. Creditable fourth of 12 in handicap at this course (8f, good to firm, 10/1) 11 days ago. Unreliable type, though. Infrequent winner but he was close up here last time and is not ruled out back in trip.
4 3rd (4) (5/1 +29%) John L Sullivan	5 5/1(+29%)	(4) John L Sullivan 5/1, Winner at Wetherby in June. 9/1, creditable seventh of 12 in handicap at this course (8f, good to firm) 11 days ago. In the mix once more. Not beaten far here (7f/1m) in last two runs and he still has potential; in the mix.
5 4th (5) (17/2 -89%) Alpine Sierra	8.5 17/2(-89%)	(5) Alpine Sierra 17/2, Winless since taking this 12 months ago and only ninth of 12 in handicap (11/1) at this C&D (good to firm) 10 days ago, though not ideally placed. Still needs a couple of these to falter. Won a division of this off 4lb higher last year; interesting back in a Class 6 event.
1 5th (1) (13/2 -18%) Novak	6.5 13/2(-18%)	(1) Novak 13/2, C&D winner who suffered a poor run when tenth of 13 in handicap at this C&D (good to firm, 17/2) 12 days ago. Not taken lightly at these weights. Some good efforts this term and had excuse over C&D latest; dangerous if he gets some luck.
7 6th (7) (50/1 -150%) Havana Rose	50 50/1(-150%)	(7) Havana Rose 50/1, Eleven runs since last win in 2023. Had a wind op before a below-form seventh of 14 in handicap at Newcastle (7.1f) 21 days ago so others are preferred. On reduced mark but she's 0-10 in handicaps and has been well held in last six starts.
3 7th (3) (15/2 -114%) San Isidro	7.5 15/2(-114%)	(3) San Isidro 15/2, 25/1 and eyeshields on for 1st time, creditable third of 12 in handicap at Thirsk (7f, good) 15 days ago. Can give a good account. Showed signs of a revival when third at Thirsk and he has claims if he can build on that.
6 8th (6) (5/1 +85%) Drafted	5 5/1(+85%)	(6) Drafted 5/1, 66/1, only seventh of 11 in handicap at Ripon (6f, good to firm) 35 days ago. Back up in trip with more required. Down the field in all four runs this season and he's now 1-12; down the list.
9 9th (9) (33/1 +50%) Onthebunny	33 33/1(+50%)	(9) Onthebunny 33/1, Remains a maiden after 18 Flat runs and only sixth of 8 in handicap at Musselburgh (7.1f, good to firm, 66/1) 16 days ago. Difficult ask at these weights. 18-race maiden who continues to find handicaps hard work; very limited appeal.

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16:00 Ayr Handicap (Class 6) 7f Race Class Flow

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

The drop to 7f is unlikely to be an inconvenience to Golden Valour, with the eight-year-old having been dropped 1lb for his recent fourth here, but the vote goes to SIR GARFIELD. Runner-up at the Western meeting just 12 days ago, that effort saw him bounce back after a rare blip at Catterick and his consistency can help him get his head back in front. John L Sullivan and San Isidro are more than capable of being in the mix too.

SIR GARFIELD can race off the same mark as when a very good recent C&D second so is fanced to gain a deserved victory at the chief expense of C&D scorer Novak. In-form pair San Isidro and John L Sullivan also need factoring into this open handicap.

Top of the list is SIR GARFIELD (nap) who has a striking record in handicaps since July. The main danger could be Alpine Sierra.

16:10 Sedgefield Handicap Chase (Class 4) 16f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
5 1st (5) (3/2 +57%) Noble Anthem	1.5 3/2(+57%)	(5) Noble Anthem 3/2, Fairly useful Flat winner lightly raced over jumps and offered something to work on sent chasing at Market Rasen (17f) in July behind Dream Jet, nearest finish. Same mark and can improve on that. One to consider. Creditable 4th to Dream Jet on his chase debut and should improve for that experience.
4 2nd (4) (5/2 +62%) Chase A Fortune	2.5 5/2(+62%)	(4) Chase A Fortune 5/2, Made a winning chase debut following a wind op at Catterick (15.7f, soft) in February. Had held his form until coming unstuck with a rare jumping lapse at Southwell when last seen 4 months ago. Should bounce back. Both wins at Catterick; three fair efforts since (heavy fall last time); each-way chance.
6 3rd (6) (13/8 +35%) Dream Jet	1.625 13/8(+35%)	(6) Dream Jet 13/8, Fair hurdler who opened his chase account at Market Rasen in July, overcoming a slipping saddle. Good efforts since, a couple of minor errors just as the race was taking shape proving costly at Bangor last time. Respected with Sean Bowen taking over. Has been in good form but 12lb higher than for last win and may find others better treated.
3 4th (3) (6/1 +25%) Fearless	6 6/1(+25%)	(3) Fearless 6/1, Back to form when fourth at Worcester, jumping more fluently than usual. That took his record over fences to 1-16 however, and he's now tried tongue tied rather late in the day following a breathing operation. Best run in the summer when third at Kelso in May; back after wind op; chance.
2 5th (2) (33/1 -65%) Sonning	33 33/1(-65%)	(2) Sonning 33/1, Fairly useful handicap hurdler at best, successful here over this trip 2 years ago. Couple of fair runs on the level in 2024 but has work to do now chasing. Won two hurdles in 2022; off for 485 days; well beaten only jumps race since; chase debut.

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16:10 Sedgefield Handicap Chase (Class 4) 16f Race Class Flow

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

DREAM JET has continued to run well since a Market Rasen victory and this looks to be an ideal opportunity for him to get back to winning ways. Noble Anthem made his chasing debut when fourth in the aforementioned contest and is likely to step forward from that effort. Neigh Botha and Chase A Fortune are both capable if bouncing back from their latest displays.

NOBLE ANTHEM has run well on all 3 of his starts over jumps for Adrian Keatley, including on his chase debut behind Dream Jet at Market Rasen last time, and he gets the vote with improvement likely in this sphere. His old rival seems sure to be in the mix again under Sean Bowen, while Coqolino is on a very dangerous mark if backing up his Cartmel second dropped markedly in trip.

In an interesting race FEARLESS, back from a wind op, is preferred to Noble Anthem, who ran well on his chase debut.

16:15 Cork Listed 8f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (1) (5/4 +9%) Mutasarref	1.25 5/4(+9%)	(1) Mutasarref 5/4, Smart gelding. Course winner. 20/1, creditable 1½ lengths second of 11 to Diego Velazquez in Solonaway Stakes at Leopardstown (8f, good) 17 days ago. Solid claims. Consistent performer, excellent effort in a Group 2 on latest, best on good ground.
6 2nd (6) (5/2 +9%) Dublin	2.5 5/2(+9%)	(6) Dublin 5/2, Once-raced winner. 1 win from 1 run this year. 15/8 and blinkered, won 10-runner maiden at Listowel (8f, good to soft) on debut 8 days ago, driven clear. This is much tougher but he's clearly a bright prospect. Won easily on debut at Listowel, steps up in class, soft ground an unknown, can't discount.
4 3rd (4) (6/1 -9%) Wigmore Street	6 6/1(-9%)	(4) Wigmore Street 6/1, Useful gelding. Latest win at the Curragh in August. Creditable third of 14 in handicap at the Curragh (10f, good, 5/1) 16 days ago, needing stronger gallop. One for the shortlist. Irish Cambridgeshire winner, fine run off revised mark latest, soft ground an unknown.
8 4th (8) (12/1 -50%) Magical Sunset	12 12/1(-50%)	(8) Magical Sunset 12/1, Useful filly. Blinkered for 1st time, 7¾ lengths last of 9 to Porta Fortuna in Matron Stakes (100/1) at Leopardstown (8f, good) 17 days ago. Couldn't rule out at this more realistic level. Fine effort at Royal Ascot Gr 2 in June, outclassed last twice, blinkers off, interesting.
3 5th (3) (6/1 +50%) Self Belief	6 6/1(+50%)	(3) Self Belief 6/1, Useful gelding. 17/2, 11¼ lengths fourth of 7 to Diego Velazquez in Meld Stakes at Leopardstown (9f, good) 75 days ago. Improvement needed. Listed and Gr 3 winner, ran poorly in this last year on favoured ground, others preferred.

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16:15 Cork Listed 8f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

A fascinating race. MUTASARREF could give weight away to the field. He has had an excellent year winning three times including a couple of Group 3 contests in Leopardstown. He is holding his form well as he was an excellent second at 20/1 in a Group 2 at Leopardstown during Irish Champions Festival. Dublin could be the real fly in the ointment. Aidan O'Brien's charge wasn't perturbed in beating an 88-rated horse by four lengths on his debut in a Listowel maiden last week. He is very inexperienced, but clearly well thought of. Wigmore Street was delivered late to win the Irish Cambridgeshire at the Curragh before finishing a solid third in a premier handicap at the same venue.

This is obviously a much tougher assignment than the one DUBLIN faced when making a winning belated debut at Listowel last week, but he did the job in the style of a useful colt and may well take this step up in class in his stride. The consistent Mutasarref looks sure to give another good account and may be the one to follow the selection home, while the filly Magical Sunset has been contesting Group races this season and could have a part to play now eased in class.

Preference is for MAGICAL SUNSET. She is ground-versatile, she has won at this level before and this is easier than her last two races.

16:25 Bath Handicap (Class 5) 6f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
8 (8) (SP +100%) Rajwaan	0 SP(+100%)	(8) Rajwaan SP, Lightly-raced winner. Career best when winning 8-runner nursery (11/8) at Southwell (5f) for Andrew Balding when last seen 23 months ago (gelded since). Probably best watched on debut for new connections. Absent since winning on AW in November 2022 for Andrew Balding; market helpful.
6 1st (6) (15/2 +63%) Balmoral Lady	7.5 15/2(+63%)	(6) Balmoral Lady 15/2, Winner at Haydock in July. 10/1, last of 7 in handicap at Kempton (6f) 27 days ago. Unraced on ground slower than good and it's probably best to look elsewhere. May rebound, having won at Haydock on sole attempt in a Class 5 handicap.
3 2nd (3) (7/1 +7%) Mister Bluebird	7 7/1(+7%)	(3) Mister Bluebird 7/1, Fifteen runs since last win in 2023. 12/1 and visored for 1st time, respectable fifth of 10 in handicap at Goodwood (6f, good) 28 days ago. Enters calculations. Drops back in class but has something to prove with usual headgear removed.
7 3rd (7) (8/1 -45%) Beyond Equal	8 8/1(-45%)	(7) Beyond Equal 8/1, C&D winner. Twenty-nine runs since last win in 2021. Finished with running left when sixth of 16 in handicap at this C&D (good to firm, 9/1) 16 days ago. Solid chance off 2 lb lower, granted better luck. Suffered major traffic issues here last time but long losing spell remains a negative.
9 4th (9) (10/1 +70%) Miss Bella Brand	10 10/1(+70%)	(9) Miss Bella Brand 10/1, 18/1, seventh of 9 in handicap at Yarmouth (6f, firm) 13 days ago. Visor back on and she's likely to find a few too good once more. 2-2 under Benoit De La Sayette when the ground is soft, the wins gained off higher marks.
12 5th (12) (12/1 +0%) Sub Thirteen	12 12/1(+0%)	(12) Sub Thirteen 12/1, C&D winner. 3 wins from 8 runs this year, the latest at Leicester in June. Respectable fourth of 11 in handicap (15/2) at Salisbury (6f, good to soft) 18 days ago. Has work to do. Record of 3-6 for current stable includes a C&D win; form has dipped the last twice.
5 6th (5) (7/1 +56%) Hiatus	7 7/1(+56%)	(5) Hiatus 7/1, Latest win at Chepstow in May. Sixth of 8 in handicap at Kempton (6f, 10/1) 25 days ago, better placed than most. Wouldn't be without an each-way chance if he was to put his best foot forward. Engaged 3.55 Windsor Monday. Record suggests he'll be interesting on soft ground.
1 7th (1) (14/1 -75%) Connie's Rose	14 14/1(-75%)	(1) Connie's Rose 14/1, Course winner. 3 wins from 15 runs this year. Respectable fifth of 16 in handicap (20/1) at this C&D (good to firm) 16 days ago, going off too hard. Place possibilities. Consistent mare; respectable fifth in a series final over C&D most recently; solid.
14 8th (14) (50/1 -525%) Revenue	50 50/1(-525%)	(14) Revenue 50/1, C&D winner. Latest win here in May. Seventh of 8 in handicap (9/1) at Chepstow (5.1f, good) 36 days ago. Tongue strap on 1st time and could have a part to play if on-song back here with conditions no problem. Chance of rebound depends on how well he responds to first-time tongue-tie.
13 9th (13) (14/1 -180%) Hallowed Time	14 14/1(-180%)	(13) Hallowed Time 14/1, One win from 22 Flat runs. Improved on recent efforts to win 11-runner handicap at Chester (6.1f, heavy, 18/1) 18 days ago. Nudged up just 2 lb and should give another good account. Won at Chester last month; may remain competitive if in the same form again.
11 10th (11) (17/2 -113%) Safari Dream	8.5 17/2(-113%)	(11) Safari Dream 17/2, Nineteen runs since last win in 2022. Respectable second of 6 in handicap at Sandown (5f, good, 13/8) 13 days ago. Likely to make a bold bid to go one better here. Has plenty of encouraging form this season; attractively treated off current mark.
2 11th (2) (6/1 +25%) Vince Lombardi	6 6/1(+25%)	(2) Vince Lombardi 6/1, Sixth of 9 in handicap at Newbury (6f, soft, 6/1) 26 days ago. Would have a chance if reproducing the form of his Ffos Las near miss off this mark 3 starts back. 0-5 for new yard but ran well off this mark at Ffos Las in June.
4 12th (4) (17/2 +39%) Sarah's Verse	8.5 17/2(+39%)	(4) Sarah's Verse 17/2, Four-time C&D winner. 3 wins from 14 runs this year, the latest at Ffos Las in June. 8/1, bit below form eighth of 16 in handicap at this C&D (good to firm) 16 days ago, slowly away. Looks vulnerable for win purposes. Engaged 3.55 Windsor Monday. Six wins at Bath; hindered by traffic issues here last month; has possibilities.

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16:25 Bath Handicap (Class 5) 6f Race Class Flow

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

MISTER BLUEBIRD has dropped to a mark 9lb lower than his last success and the pace he has shown on a couple of occasions this season over further gives the impression that he will be well suited by this distance. Recent Chester winner Hallowed Time can give him the most to think about, although Safari Dream was a highly creditable runner-up at Sandown and is another to consider.

BEYOND EQUAL surely would have gone close granted a clearer passage over C&D recently and he makes plenty of appeal off a 2 lb lower mark. He may have most to fear from Safari Dream, who hasn't got his head in front for a while but he's versatile ground-wise and his latest Sandown second suggests that a win could be imminent. Hallowed Time struck on deep ground at Chester last time and he also enters calculations, along with Vince Lombardi.

Off a handy mark and with Benoit De La Sayette on board, MISS BELLA BRAND gets the vote. Safari Dream is second choice.

16:35 Ayr Handicap (Class 4) 6f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
4 1st (4) (5/1 +38%) Jonny Concrete	5 5/1(+38%)	(4) Jonny Concrete 5/1, Winner here in August and shaped as if still in good form when ninth of 24 in Bronze Cup over C&D (good to firm) 11 days ago, unsuited by drop in trip. Front-running 7f win here in August; stiff tasks at 7f and 6f since; too early to rule out.
1 2nd (1) (13/2 -30%) Rousing Encore	6.5 13/2(-30%)	(1) Rousing Encore 13/2, On a good mark and again ran creditably when fifth of 10 in handicap at Redcar (6f, good to firm, 9/1) 14 days ago. Player. Down weights and running well from the front for new yard; shouldn't be far away.
9 3rd (9) (40/1 -60%) Knicks	40 40/1(-60%)	(9) Knicks 40/1, Latest win at Chester in May. Stopped the slide in a first-time tongue strap when twenty first of 24 in Ayr Bronze Cup last time, though still finished out the back. Good start for yard but veered badly off course since, including in a visor and tongue-tie.
6 4th (6) (9/2 -29%) Act Of Violence	4.5 9/2(-29%)	(6) Act Of Violence 9/2, Resumed winning ways in decisive fashion at Ripon in July and found only one too good in 10-runner handicap at Redcar (6f, good to firm) 14 days ago. Likely to be on the premises again. Has won on soft; close 2nd (6f, good to firm) latest; solid chance.
8 5th (8) (7/1 +30%) Moyola	7 7/1(+30%)	(8) Moyola 7/1, Latest win at Hamilton in June and wasn't disgraced following a 10-week break when thirteenth of 24 in Ayr Bronze Cup last time, not ideally placed. Not ruled out. First turf win at Hamilton (6f, good to firm) in June; better for latest; possibilities.
3 6th (3) (15/2 -150%) Muscika	7.5 15/2(-150%)	(3) Muscika 15/2, Veteran who has hit the crossbar a few times this season, including when edged out at Epsom (6f) on most recent outing. Remains feasibly treated and looks sure to go well again. 16 wins, two over C&D; only just touched off at Epsom in August; on the premises.
5 7th (5) (16/1 -129%) Winged Messenger	16 16/1(-129%)	(5) Winged Messenger 16/1, 11/2, not disgraced when fifth of 8 in handicap at Hamilton (5f, good to firm) 74 days ago. Step back up to 6f well worth exploring and could have a say. Had excuses in 2 runs this year; forecast rain will suit; worth another go at 6f.
7 8th (7) (6/1 +40%) Jump The Gun	6 6/1(+40%)	(7) Jump The Gun 6/1, Unreliable individual who stepped up on recent efforts when eleventh of 24 in Bronze Cup over C&D (good to firm) 11 days ago, first home in group. Well handicapped after a slow season; back to form on unfavoured side in Bronze Cup.
2 9th (2) (7/2 +42%) Be Proud	3.5 7/2(+42%)	(2) Be Proud 7/2, C&D winner in June and run best excused when eighteenth of 22 in Silver Cup over C&D (good to firm) 10 days ago. Not dismissed back in calmer waters. Up against it in the Silver Cup latest but back on the same mark as C&D win in June.

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16:35 Ayr Handicap (Class 4) 6f Race Class Flow

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

A winner at Ripon in July, ACT OF VIOLENCE is still improving based on his second at Redcar a fortnight ago. Tim Easterby's inmate looks capable of scoring off his current figure on that evidence and is taken to confirm latest running with Rousing Encore, who has won off higher marks in the past and can have a say in proceedings once again. Veteran sprinter Muscika has been threatening a return to winning ways and has to be included in calculations.

MUSCIKA is a veteran now, but he confirmed his return to form when edged out in the final strides at Epsom on his most recent outing and is well worth another chance to go one better. Act of Violence seems likely to be on the premises once again, with the quirky Jump The Gun and Rousing Encore others to consider.

Jump The Gun ran a stormer on the unfavoured side in the Bronze Cup and he can be the main danger to WINGED MESSENGER.

16:45 Sedgefield Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 20f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
3 1st (3) (3/1 -50%) Barrons Land	3 3/1(-50%)	(3) Barrons Land 3/1, C&D winner who made it 3 wins from 5 starts in handicaps when landing 12-runner event at Worcester (20f, good) 41 days ago, making all. Nudged up 5 lb but likely to give another good account. Progressive; raised 5lb for latest all-the-way Worcester win; forecast rain is a concern..
2 2nd (2) (13/2 -30%) Boomslang	6.5 13/2(-30%)	(2) Boomslang 13/2, Winner of Cartmel maiden in June and unsuited by step up in trip when fifth of 10 in 25f handicap back there next time. Drop back in distance an obvious plus but needs a bit more to defy current mark. Cartmel maiden winner (2m6f) in June; potentially didn't stay 3m next time; key contender..
1 3rd (1) (11/4 +50%) Hostile Hotelier	2.75 11/4(+50%)	(1) Hostile Hotelier 11/4, Doubled his tally back in this sphere with a tongue strap added at Southwell in March and returned to a similar level after 5 months off when third in 13-runner handicap at Worcester (20f) 20 days ago. Cheekpieces on for 1st time. Positives when returning at Worcester (2m4f) three-weeks ago; cheekpieces newly applied..
4 4th (4) (7/1 -56%) Beholden	7 7/1(-56%)	(4) Beholden 7/1, Ungenuine type who ran one of his lesser races when fifth of 10 in handicap hurdle at Stratford (18.7f, good) 79 days ago. Has good chance on pick of form. Yet to convince in handicaps, often failing to see out his races; is on a career-low mark..
5 5th (5) (5/1 -25%) Let's Go Joe	5 5/1(-25%)	(5) Let's Go Joe 5/1, C&D winner who took a step back in the right direction in first-time cheekpieces when fourth of 7 in handicap hurdle at Bangor (16.7f, good to soft, 15/2) in May. Since had a breathing operation and needs considering from an attractive-looking mark. C&D maiden winner; wind surgery since finishing fourth at Bangor (2m) in May; easing mark..
7 6th (7) (40/1 -100%) Rodney	40 40/1(-100%)	(7) Rodney 40/1, Shaped with a bit of promise on hurdling debut in December but hasn't gone on since, pulling up in handicap at Sligo 6 weeks ago. Tongue strap on for 1st time. Nine-race maiden; returning from nearly three-months away when pulling-up at Sligo (2m4f)..
6 \|PU\| (6) (14/1 -40%) Right Now	14 14/1(-40%)	(6) Right Now 14/1, Shaped like a non-stayer when third of 11 in handicap hurdle at Perth (20.2f, good to soft, 22/1) 22 days ago. Others preferred kept to this trip. Market Rasen winner (2m) in June; stamina questionable over 2m4f judged upon Perth third..

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16:45 Sedgefield Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 20f Race Class Flow

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

HOSTILE HOTELIER caught the eye when keeping on into third on his return from a break at Worcester last month. The application of cheekpieces for the first time is likely to bring about some improvement and he gets the vote at the chief expense of Barrons Land, who has gone up 5lb for her Worcester success in August. Boomslang and Beholden appear best of the remainder.

LET'S GO JOE took a step back in the right direction on his most recent outing in May and, having dropped to an attractive mark, he's selected to make it 2 wins from as many starts at this track. Barrons Land and Beholden head up the opposition.

Rebecca Menzies won this last year, so there's scope to think that she can repeat that success with the ground-versatile BOOMSLANG.

16:50 Cork Handicap 8f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
6 1st (6) (16/1 -45%) Gerrit's Gem	16 16/1(-45%)	(6) Gerrit's Gem 16/1, Winner here in May. 25/1, third of 5 in minor event at Naas (5.9f, good) 57 days ago. Significantly up in trip. Others more persuasive. Won a 6f maiden here earlier in the year but well-beaten twice since; up in trip.
2 2nd (2) (20/1 -150%) Walhaan	20 20/1(-150%)	(2) Walhaan 20/1, Won 15-runner handicap at Leopardstown (9f, good) in August. 4/1, eighth of 11 in handicap hurdle at Kilbeggan (16f, good to soft) 25 days ago. Won at Leopardstown (1m1f) and a solid run at Southwell over 1m3f; this trip a bit sharp.
12 3rd (12) (10/3 +70%) Letiza	3.333333 10/3(+70%)	(12) Letiza 10/3, Twelfth of 18 in handicap at the Curragh (10f, good, 28/1) 38 days ago. First run for yard after leaving Thomas Dowling. Interesting for new trainer. Is well-handicapped on old form if she can be coaxed back to best for a new yard.
11 4th (11) (16/1 -256%) Loingseoir	16 16/1(-256%)	(11) Loingseoir 16/1, Course winner. Won 11-runner handicap (11/1) at Fairyhouse (7f, good) 8 days ago, just holding on. Remains well treated on best form. Back on the scoresheet at Fairyhouse over 7f last time; this trip suits better; considered.
4 5th (4) (28/1 +15%) Gunzburg	28 28/1(+15%)	(4) Gunzburg 28/1, 50/1, last of 25 in handicap at the Curragh (6f, good) 16 days ago. Significantly up in trip. Has work to do. Regressive while running well at times for this yard this year; worth a try over this trip.
10 6th (10) (11/2 +0%) Passionate	5.5 11/2(+0%)	(10) Passionate 11/2, Winner at Killarney in May. 10/1, respectable third of 14 in handicap at Punchestown (8.1f, good) 14 days ago. Can make presence felt. Killarney winner put up a fine run after a break at Punchestown last time; considered.
1 7th (1) (7/1 +0%) Emporio	7 7/1(+0%)	(1) Emporio 7/1, Creditable fourth of 9 in handicap (9/1) at Listowel (8f, good to soft) 7 days ago, slowly away. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Solid run at Listowel a week ago; dropped 2lb and is ground versatile; cheekpieces added.
8 8th (8) (11/2 +31%) September Leaves	5.5 11/2(+31%)	(8) September Leaves 11/2, Latest win at Gowran in September. 12/1, bit below form tenth of 19 in handicap at Leopardstown (8f, good) 17 days ago, not ideally placed. Never involved at Leopardstown last time but can bounce back; unraced on soft ground.
7 9th (7) (11/1 -38%) Moltophino	11 11/1(-38%)	(7) Moltophino 11/1, 33/1, respectable fifteenth of 25 in handicap at the Curragh (6f, good) 16 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Significantly up in trip. Well beaten from 9lb out of the handicap at the Curragh last time; has to prove stamina.
5 10th (5) (14/1 -211%) Livio Milo	14 14/1(-211%)	(5) Livio Milo 14/1, 8/1, respectable fourth of 10 in handicap at Laytown (7f) 15 days ago, not clear run. Cheekpieces back on. Can go well. Solid over 7f at Laytown last time; this trip suits better; handles easy ground; player.
9 11th (9) (6/1 +14%) Alabama Calling	6 6/1(+14%)	(9) Alabama Calling 6/1, Winner at Limerick in May. 10/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, creditable 4¾ lengths fifth of 15 to Walhaan in handicap at Leopardstown (9f, good) 40 days ago. Won a Limerick maiden over this trip on testing ground; mostly solid in defeat since.
3 12th (3) (16/1 -256%) Casanova	16 16/1(-256%)	(3) Casanova 16/1, Improved on recent efforts to win 11-runner handicap at Listowel (9f, good to soft, 11/2) 8 days ago, well on top finish. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Has won back-to-back in the past so respected again up 8 lb. Won over 1m1f at Listowel last week on good ground but handles soft too; raised 8lb.

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16:50 Cork Handicap 8f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

EMPORIO is dropping in the handicap and should have a say. He didn't run badly when fourth in a higher grade at Listowel and cheekpieces are now fitted. The weekend rain will not inconvenience him at all, so he has an each-way chance at a price. A tardy start did for September Leaves when she was unplaced in a valuable fillies' handicap at Leopardstown. Prior to that, she scored over 1m in Gowran Park and remains of interest. Passionate has a habit of finishing her races well. That's a more than useful habit to have and it could see her pick up a cheque. Recent winners Casanova and Loingseoir will have their supporters.

LIVIO MILO would have gone closer at Laytown but for a gap closing on him when he was starting to look threatening. He's back with his usual headgear on off the same mark and looks set for a big run. Casanova won well at Listowel last week and has to be respected again. Passionate and Letiza, starting out for Henry de Bromhead, complete the shortlist.

Though he has a poor win record, LIVIO MILO has plenty in his favour on this occasion and can notch his second win.

16:55 Bath Handicap (Class 6) 5f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
4 1st (4) (3/1 +91%) Speedacus	3 3/1(+91%)	(4) Speedacus 3/1, Eleven runs since last win in 2023. Thirteenth of 14 in handicap at Newcastle (5f, 66/1) 28 days ago. Hard to warm to judged on recent evidence. Has shown previous little in nine starts for this yard; watch market.
2 2nd (2) (16/1 -167%) Marching Mac	16 16/1(-167%)	(2) Marching Mac 16/1, 33/1, career best when winning 9-runner handicap at Brighton (6f, good) 14 days ago. Now 3 lb higher and drops back to the minimum trip but claims if able to build on that breakthrough success. Won at Brighton last time; shortlisted if coping with the return to 5f and soft ground.
8 3rd (8) (16/1 -100%) Sisters In The Sky	16 16/1(-100%)	(8) Sisters In The Sky 16/1, Latest win here in July. Below form ninth of 15 in handicap back at this course (5.7f, good, 7/1) 17 days ago, never nearer. Capable of getting involved off this mark if on-song. 1lb below last winning mark, but his last two efforts leave him with a bit to prove.
1 4th (1) (10/3 -21%) Cabeza De Llave	3.333333 10/3(-21%)	(1) Cabeza De Llave 10/3, 11/2, improved on recent efforts to win 9-runner handicap at Windsor (5.1f, good) 15 days ago, driven out. 5 lb rise may not be enough to prevent him from repeating the dose. 5lb higher than when winning at Windsor last time; runner-up in only start on soft ground.
7 5th (7) (7/1 +30%) Havechatma	7 7/1(+30%)	(7) Havechatma 7/1, Third of 5 in handicap at Lingfield (5f, AW, 13/2) 21 days ago. 0-6 on turf and prospect of slow ground is a concern. 0-6 on turf though she finished third over C&D in June; soft ground wouldn't be ideal.
3 6th (3) (10/1 -122%) Some Nightmare	10 10/1(-122%)	(3) Some Nightmare 10/1, Latest win at Chepstow in September. 10/3, good fifth of 9 in handicap at this course (5.7f, good to firm) 27 days ago. Not without each-way hope. Latest run may have come too soon; has winning form on soft ground and could go well.
11 7th (11) (11/1 +31%) Fishermans Cottage	11 11/1(+31%)	(11) Fishermans Cottage 11/1, Respectable fourth of 8 in handicap (17/2) at this C&D (good to firm) 16 days ago. Hood back on and he's opposable. Has twice made the frame here, but he needs more if he is to make it ninth-time lucky.
9 8th (9) (22/1 +12%) Storm Venture	22 22/1(+12%)	(9) Storm Venture 22/1, Fourth of 5 in handicap (16/1) at Lingfield (5f, AW) 40 days ago. Plenty to find on form. May have needed latest run but is now 0-15; needs a big step forward.
12 9th (12) (20/1 +20%) Haveagobeau	20 20/1(+20%)	(12) Haveagobeau 20/1, 66/1 and visored for 1st time, 3 lengths fourth of 9 to Cabeza De Llave in handicap at Windsor (5.1f, good) 15 days ago, conceding first run. Others make more appeal for win purposes. 0-15; met trouble when fourth at Windsor last time, but not sure whether he can repeat it.
5 10th (5) (4/1 +11%) Media Guest	4 4/1(+11%)	(5) Media Guest 4/1, Course winner. Two wins from 42 Flat runs. Latest win here in July. Last of 6 in handicap (14/1) at Sandown (5f, good) 13 days ago. Will be a danger to all if responding well to the first-time blinkers. Just 2-42 but his record here this year reads 2212; each-way claims again; blinkers on.

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16:55 Bath Handicap (Class 6) 5f Race Class Flow

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

Cabeza De Llave gained his first victory since February at Windsor on his latest outing and Michael Attwater's gelding commands a fair amount of respect, despite being 5lb higher on this occasion. Marching Mac returned to form at Brighton a fortnight ago and has to be of interest, but it would be no surprise if MEDIA GUEST comes out on top. His best recent displays have come at this track and the switch of headgear to blinkers might see him in a better light.

CABEZA DE LLAVE has returned to form at Windsor the last twice, latterly landing a 5f handicap in pretty decisive fashion, and he is taken to follow up here. An on-song Media Guest would be a threat and he is second choice ahead of Some Nightmare. Of the others, 3-y-o Marching Mac will also have a chance if building on his 33/1 success at Brighton a fortnight ago.

The choice is CABEZA DE LLAVE who can follow up his Windsor success. He finished second in his only previous attempt on soft ground.

17:00 Newcastle Handicap (Class 6) 10f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (1) (4/1 -129%) Three Platoon	4 4/1(-129%)	(1) Three Platoon 4/1, Snapped a long losing run over C&D last Tuesday and a 5 lb penalty won't prevent another bold bid if showing up in similar form. Carries a 5lb penalty for last week's C&D win; Menzies/Fraser link-up is a success story..
10 2nd (10) (8/1 +11%) Volenti	8 8/1(+11%)	(10) Volenti 8/1, Twelve runs since last win in 2022. 28/1, good third of 10 over C&D 14 days ago. Merits consideration. Better on second start for B Haslam when a weakening third over C&D (28-1) a fortnight ago.
4 3rd (4) (4/1 +67%) Meade Gold	4 4/1(+67%)	(4) Meade Gold 4/1, Sixth of 8 in handicap at this course (1m) 14 days ago. Back up in trip. Less exposed than a lot of these but not obviously a winner in waiting. Seven-race maiden; underwhelming between 1m-1m4f since switched to handicap company..
9 4th (9) (16/1 -33%) Duchess	16 16/1(-33%)	(9) Duchess 16/1, Winner at Yarmouth (1m) in May but more miss than hit since. Hasn't kicked on since winning at Yarmouth (1m) in May; 0-5 AW; goes well for A. Farragher.
3 5th (3) (5/1 +0%) Violeta	5 5/1(+0%)	(3) Violeta 5/1, Finally off the mark when seeing off 8 rivals over C&D 14 days ago. Should remain very competitive after only a 2 lb nudge. Off the mark over C&D a fortnight ago, beating Carlton and Wheres The Crumpet; 2lb higher..
7 6th (7) (9/2 +44%) Carlton	4.5 9/2(+44%)	(7) Carlton 9/2, Just 1-21 but the win did come here. Creditable 4 lengths third of 9 to Violeta over C&D 14 days ago. Likely to be in the shake-up. Infrequent winner (1-22); no match for Violeta over C&D a fortnight ago; place claims..
12 7th (12) (9/1 +25%) Uwaittillplaytime	9 9/1(+25%)	(12) Uwaittillplaytime 9/1, Modest maiden. 5/1, fourth of 7 in handicap at Musselburgh (1m, good to firm) 16 days ago. Up in trip. Makes tapeta debut. 0-8; didn't appear the easiest to handle when only fourth of seven at Musselburgh latest..
6 8th (6) (22/1 -175%) Blazer Two	22 22/1(-175%)	(6) Blazer Two 22/1, Both wins at Leicester. Respectable fifth on Catterick reappearance in May but off again since. First-time blinkers replace cheekpieces. Placed first two starts for L Russell last summer but seldom seen since; blinkers go on..
2 9th (2) (16/1 -78%) Mr Strutter	16 16/1(-78%)	(2) Mr Strutter 16/1, Course winner. Creditable third of 8 in handicap (7/2) at Catterick (7f, good to soft) 21 days ago. Significantly back up in trip. Consistent over 7f-1m1f lately and worth another go over 1m2f.
8 10th (8) (14/1 -40%) Wheres The Crumpet	14 14/1(-40%)	(8) Wheres The Crumpet 14/1, C&D winner in March. Also successful at Ayr in July. 11/2, respectable 4¼ lengths fourth (Carlton third) of 9 to Violeta over C&D 14 days ago. Knocking on the door here (1m-1m2f) with regularity, including when 4th to Violeta latest..
5 11th (5) (80/1 -300%) Dubai Venture	80 80/1(-300%)	(5) Dubai Venture 80/1, Modest form in 4 starts for Simon & Ed Crisford. Been off for nearly a year so betting perhaps the best guide on return for new stable. Ex-Crisford; off since last October; first go (a 2,000gns buy) for Tina Jackson.
11 12th (11) (50/1 -25%) Milltown Lily	50 50/1(-25%)	(11) Milltown Lily 50/1, Long-standing maiden. 40/1, 5¾ lengths sixth of 9 to Violeta over C&D 14 days ago, merely passing beaten rivals. Others are preferred. 30-race maiden; work to with Violeta, Carlton and Wheres The Crumpet on recent C&D result.

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17:00 Newcastle Handicap (Class 6) 10f Race Class Flow

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

Three Platoon was a comfortable winner over C&D last Tuesday and although respected under a 5lb penalty, it is VIOLETA that shades preference. Ben Haslam's filly made it 22nd time lucky over track and trick a fortnight ago, but she remains competitively handicapped and could go in again following that confidence boosting triumph. Volenti hit the frame last time out and a similar level of performance can see him make his presence felt.

THREE PLATOON went nearly 3 years without a win but might be able to gain a second C&D victory in quick succession if showing up in the same form as last week. Ben Haslam pair Violeta, another last-time-out C&D winner, and Volenti might give Rebecca Menzies' charge most to do.

Only the recent C&D winners THREE PLATOON and Violeta make much appeal. The selection can overcome carrying a 5lb penalty.

17:05 Ayr Handicap (Class 6) 15f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
2 1st (2) (13/2 +7%) Ebony Maw	6.5 13/2(+7%)	(2) Ebony Maw 13/2, Course winner who ran respectably following an 8-week break when fifth of 10 in handicap at Hamilton (13.1f, soft) 27 days ago. Likely to remain competitive. Won here in the spring but can't blame the heavy ground for last month's below-par run.
5 2nd (5) (9/4 +59%) Catalan King	2.25 9/4(+59%)	(5) Catalan King 9/4, Thrice-raced maiden. Eighth of 13 in novice (150/1) at Leicester (10f, good to soft) 75 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Significantly up in trip and should make more impact now handicapping. Unexposed 3yo who moves up in trip after his three qualifying runs; possible improver.
4 3rd (4) (5/2 -33%) Trojan Sun	2.5 5/2(-33%)	(4) Trojan Sun 5/2, Found a bit of improvement to open his account at Musselburgh in August and ran at least as well in defeat when third at Chester (15.9f, heavy) 18 days ago. Highly likely to go well again. In good form in higher-grade races and might still have more improvement to come.
3 4th (3) (7/1 -75%) Glasses Up	7 7/1(-75%)	(3) Glasses Up 7/1, 8-time course winner who typically gave his running when third of 13 in handicap at this course (13.1f, good to firm) 11 days ago, albeit better placed than most. Multiple course winner; not very reliable but was placed over 1m5f here last week.
6 5th (6) (12/1 -71%) Normandy Vista	12 12/1(-71%)	(6) Normandy Vista 12/1, Modest maiden who ran respectably when third of 8 in handicap (11/2) at Redcar (14f, good to firm) 14 days ago. 0-10 but comes here after three good efforts and probably won't be far away.
1 6th (1) (4/1 +0%) Yurinov	4 4/1(+0%)	(1) Yurinov 4/1, Maiden who ran better than on handicap debut when fourth of 10 in handicap (12/1) at Nottingham (14f, good to soft) 87 days ago, suited by increase in trip. Unlikely to be far away over this still longer trip. Low-mileage 4yo; fourth when upped to 1m6f in July; could still have a bigger run in him.

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17:05 Ayr Handicap (Class 6) 15f Race Class Flow

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

YURINOV was having only his fifth outing when finishing a creditable fourth over 1m6f at Nottingham in July. That form has worked out well, with the runner-up subsequently scoring three times, and this extra test of stamina will likely prompt further improvement. Musselburgh winner Trojan Sun ran well again when third at Chester and is another with plenty of scope. Ebony Maw will appreciate a return to a faster surface and is just preferred to Glasses Up of the rest.

TROJAN SUN fully confirmed the improvement shown at Musselburgh when third at Chester last time and, with that form proving strong, he's taken to resume winning ways. Yurinov gave the impression at Nottingham that this still longer trip will pose no issue, and he's feared most.

This can go to class-dropper TROJAN SUN, who came good two starts ago and one was of three to pull clear when placed last time.

17:20 Cork Handicap 8f - 16 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (1) (6/1 -33%) Alessia Fernanda	6 6/1(-33%)	(1) Alessia Fernanda 6/1, 9/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, respectable fifth of 10 in handicap at this course (9f, good to firm) 20 days ago. Blinkers on 1st time. One to consider. Solid run over 1m1f here last time; this trip suit better; blinkers replace cheekpieces.
18 2nd (18) (18/1 +64%) Warazam	18 18/1(+64%)	(18) Warazam 18/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Off 123 days. Makes handicap debut. Well-beaten in three maidens back in May; check the market on return.
10 3rd (10) (14/1 -40%) Lisabetta	14 14/1(-40%)	(10) Lisabetta 14/1, Bit below form fourth of 14 in handicap at Naas (8f, good to soft, 14/1) 69 days ago, not knocked about. Has run well in defeat here; not bad runs lately; handles soft ground and can be involved.
8 4th (8) (6/1 +14%) Skontonovski	6 6/1(+14%)	(8) Skontonovski 6/1, Course winner. Respectable fourth of 14 in handicap (5/1) at Listowel (7.1f, good to soft) 7 days ago. Not taken lightly. Sound runs at Punchestown (1m1f) and Listowel (7f) lately; ground-versatile and a player.
4 5th (4) (10/1 -67%) Monzoon	10 10/1(-67%)	(4) Monzoon 10/1, Creditable third of 16 in handicap at Gowran (8f, good to soft, 16/1) 28 days ago. Enters calculations. Some fine turf runs in defeat this term including at Gowran last time; best on good ground.
3 6th (3) (11/2 -57%) Pink Socks	5.5 11/2(-57%)	(3) Pink Socks 11/2, One win from 23 Flat runs. 7/1, sixth of 16 in handicap at Gowran (8f, good to soft) 28 days ago, faring best of those held up. In better heart than recent form figures suggest and could be worth chancing with Billy Lee up. Beaten nearly 7l by a stablemate last time; needs a bit more but handles easy ground.
5 7th (5) (7/1 +22%) Galician Girl	7 7/1(+22%)	(5) Galician Girl 7/1, Below form ninth of 15 in handicap at Tipperary (9f, good, 9/1) 30 days ago, merely closing up late. Engaged 5.00 Down Royal Monday. Below best lately on turf and the prospect of soft ground is a concern.
17 7th (17) (16/1 -14%) Poppadom	16 16/1(-14%)	(17) Poppadom 16/1, Remains a maiden after 16 Flat runs. 25/1, bit below form seventh of 14 in handicap at Gowran (8f, good) 10 days ago. Fine effort over 1m1f at Tipperary but a lesser effort at Gowran since over 1m.
11 9th (11) (66/1 -32%) Liamo	66 66/1(-32%)	(11) Liamo 66/1, 100/1 and blinkered for 1st time, eleventh of 16 in handicap at this course (7f, good to firm) 20 days ago. Every chance if back to best. Badly regressive this year over various trips and isn't easy to fancy.
2 10th (2) (9/1 -125%) Relevant Range	9 9/1(-125%)	(2) Relevant Range 9/1, 50/1, won 16-runner handicap at Listowel (8f, good to soft) 8 days ago, suited by way race developed. More needed. Scored off 55 at Listowel last week; an 8lb rise seems harsh and best on a sound surface.
12 11th (12) (50/1 -150%) Deuteronomy	50 50/1(-150%)	(12) Deuteronomy 50/1, Remains a maiden after 20 Flat runs. Creditable seventh of 13 in handicap at Tipperary (9f, soft, 25/1) 125 days ago. Uphill task. Maiden after 20 starts is rated only 40 and isn't easy to fancy.
9 12th (9) (16/1 -78%) Engines On	16 16/1(-78%)	(9) Engines On 16/1, 5/1, sixteenth of 21 in handicap at Leopardstown (9f, good) 82 days ago. Tongue strap on 1st time. Best form at Gowran; needs to show her best with a tongue-tie on.
13 13th (13) (50/1 +0%) Genuine Jim	50 50/1(+0%)	(13) Genuine Jim 50/1, 33/1, eleventh of 12 in handicap at Leopardstown (9f, good to firm) 54 days ago. Beaten a long way in latest two starts and isn't easy to fancy.
15 14th (15) (10/1 +0%) Lucky Queen	10 10/1(+0%)	(15) Lucky Queen 10/1, C&D winner. 12/1, bit below form fourth of 11 in handicap at Navan (10.2f, good) 10 days ago. Back down in trip. Won this in 2022; dropped down the handicap in the last year; not bad runs lately; squeak.
6 15th (6) (17/2 -6%) Mulgrave	8.5 17/2(-6%)	(6) Mulgrave 17/2, 20/1, good third of 11 in handicap at Fairyhouse (7f, good) 8 days ago. Others more persuasive. Fine run over 7f last week when not getting a clear run; softer ground a concern.
7 16th (7) (80/1 -142%) One Aim	80 80/1(-142%)	(7) One Aim 80/1, Eleventh of 14 in handicap at Dundalk (8f, 50/1) 8 months ago. Blinkers on 1st time. Disappointing in AW handicaps when last seen and blinkers go on back on turf after a break.

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17:20 Cork Handicap 8f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

ENGINES ON finished out the back when favourite for a handicap over further in Leopardstown, but had a horror draw and is worth another chance. He is better assessed on his three solid runs in Gowran Park and he finished runner-up there in June. A tongue-strap is tried and James Ryan claims 3lb. Relevant Range bounced back to form with a vengeance in Listowel. He travelled well during that race, but the handicapper has hit him with a 9lb rise which asks questions. Mulgrave is on a particularly dangerous mark and wasn't beaten far into third at Fairyhouse, however, he wouldn't want much juice in the ground. Pink Socks is another to consider.

PINK SOCKS is in better heart than recent form figures suggest and is interesting with Billy Lee taking over from her usual apprentice. Monzoon and Alessia Fernanda are a couple of others to consider.

Preference is for ALESSIA FERNANDA who probably hasn't quite seen out 1m1f the last twice and can get off the mark today.

17:25 Bath Handicap (Class 6) 10f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
3 1st (3) (7/2 +13%) Sonnet Star	3.5 7/2(+13%)	(3) Sonnet Star 7/2, 9/2, creditable second of 5 in handicap at Ffos Las (12f, heavy) 32 days ago, no match for thriving winner. One to consider. 0-10 but has not been beaten far on her last three starts..
8 2nd (8) (22/1 -120%) San Francisco Bay	22 22/1(-120%)	(8) San Francisco Bay 22/1, 5/1, sixth of 8 in handicap at Lingfield (7f, AW) 21 days ago. Significantly up in trip and stamina to prove. 4lb lower than when winning on turf at Lingfield last year; three poor turf efforts since..
10 3rd (10) (16/5 -16%) Run Of Luck	3.2 16/5(-16%)	(10) Run Of Luck 16/5, Improved further to get off the mark second time up in handicaps in 11-runner C&D event (good to firm, 14/1) just over 2 weeks ago, staying on to lead final 1f. 3 lb higher and he can progress again. Leading claims. Engaged 5.05 Windsor Monday. Successful over C&D last month and has major claims off 3lb higher mark..
1 4th (1) (10/3 -11%) Fougere	3.333333 10/3(-11%)	(1) Fougere 10/3, Winner at Nottingham in July. 10/3, probably remained in form when sixth of 10 in handicap at Leicester (10f, good to soft) 21 days ago, slowly away. One to consider. Engaged 5.40 Windsor Monday. Belatedly got off the mark when sporting a first-time hood at Nottingham in July..
4 5th (4) (16/1 +36%) Lhebayeb	16 16/1(+36%)	(4) Lhebayeb 16/1, Course winner. 7½ lengths eighth of 11 to Run of Luck in handicap at this C&D (good to firm, 18/1) 16 days ago. Dual course winner for former trainer but below par in three starts for current yard..
11 6th (11) (10/1 -33%) Milvus	10 10/1(-33%)	(11) Milvus 10/1, Remains a maiden after 16 Flat runs. Respectable third of 9 in handicap at Windsor (10f, good to firm, 5/1) 29 days ago. 16-race maiden but has made the frame in his last four starts..
7 7th (7) (33/1 -65%) Baikal	33 33/1(-65%)	(7) Baikal 33/1, Cheekpieces on for 1st time in this code, creditable third of 11 in handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter (15.8f, good, 20/1) 67 days ago. First run for yard after leaving Adam West. Lightly raced on Flat and not shown his form for a while. 0-13 on Flat but dual winner over hurdles; no show on the Flat in two starts this year..
5 8th (5) (9/2 +44%) Jimmy Mark	4.5 9/2(+44%)	(5) Jimmy Mark 9/2, C&D winner. Latest win at Ffos Las in July. 28/1, creditable fifth of 15 in handicap at Goodwood (9.9f, good) 28 days ago. Dual C&D winner and landed back-to-back wins at Ffos Las in June/July..
9 9th (9) (10/1 +17%) Ladypacksapunch	10 10/1(+17%)	(9) Ladypacksapunch 10/1, One win (here) from 32 Flat runs. Respectable sixth of 13 in handicap (20/1) at this course (14f, good to firm) 16 days ago. Back down in trip and this is easier. Got off the mark at the 29th attempt, at this track (11.6f, firm) in August..
2 10th (2) (50/1 -257%) Serious Look	50 50/1(-257%)	(2) Serious Look 50/1, Ninth of 10 in handicap at Kempton (8f, 22/1) 11 days ago. Back up in trip. Every chance if back to best. Only modest form in four runs this year for current yard..
6 11th (6) (125/1 -89%) Hadley Park	125 125/1(-89%)	(6) Hadley Park 125/1, 200/1, ninth of 10 in handicap at this course (8f, good to firm) 16 days ago. Back up in trip. Beat only one runner in four starts for current yard this year and is hard to fancy..
14 12th (14) (66/1 -32%) Homme De Fer	66 66/1(-32%)	(14) Homme De Fer 66/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Last of 10 in handicap at Windsor (8.1f, good to firm, 40/1) 50 days ago. Back up in trip. Has shown little in four starts but still early days..
13 13th (13) (100/1 -400%) Twilight Kiss	100 100/1(-400%)	(13) Twilight Kiss 100/1, 80/1, eighth of 9 in handicap at Kempton (8f) 83 days ago, final run for Mark Hoad. Back up in trip. Tongue strap on for 1st time. 15-race maiden; poor form this year since 13-month absence..

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17:25 Bath Handicap (Class 6) 10f Race Class Flow

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

SONNET STAR has been running with credit over 1m4f at Ffos Las on her most recent outings and the drop back in trip may bring about the improvement required for her to shed the maiden tag. Stable companion Jimmy Mark wasn't disgraced at Goodwood at the beginning of last month and is expected to be competitive along with Ladypacksapunch, who didn't get the clearest of runs here last time.

RUN OF LUCK (also declared at Windsor on Monday) has made a good start in handicaps, displaying a professional attitude when scoring here a fortnight ago, and he can follow up. Ladypacksapunch, Sonnet Star and Fougere complete the shortlist.

Improving 3yo RUN OF LUCK (nap) showed that the mud holds no fears on his penultimate start and was off the mark over C&D since.

17:30 Newcastle Handicap (Class 5) 16f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
5 1st (5) (13/8 -8%) Unique Spirit	1.625 13/8(-8%)	(5) Unique Spirit 13/8, Has posted 2 good placed efforts over C&D since fitted with a visor. This might be his day. Two solid efforts visored over C&D recently; 1lb higher and should get involved once more.
1 2nd (1) (8/1 -140%) Arcon	8 8/1(-140%)	(1) Arcon 8/1, Won an AW claimer at Chantilly last autumn. Best run for new yard when fourth of 10 in handicap (14/1) at Haydock (11.5f, good) 25 days ago. Significantly up in trip. Stable among the winners. Can pull hard, which would be a concern now going beyond 1m4f for the first time.
2 3rd (2) (5/1 -25%) Gastronomy	5 5/1(-25%)	(2) Gastronomy 5/1, Course winner. Latest win at Redcar in July. Another decent effort at Redcar when runner-up last time. Two solid runs for Rhys Elliott round Redcar this summer; needs to settle back up in trip.
3 4th (3) (4/1 +27%) Pons Aelius	4 4/1(+27%)	(3) Pons Aelius 4/1, Latest win at Beverley in August. Creditable fourth of 11 in handicap (12/1) at Pontefract (17f, good to firm) 12 days ago. Stays well; capable off this mark but whether this will be run to suit a different matter.
4 5th (4) (10/3 +17%) Sydney Seabreeze	3.333333 10/3(+17%)	(4) Sydney Seabreeze 10/3, Fair maiden. 18/1, good fourth of 10 in handicap at Lingfield (2m, AW) 17 days ago. Has first-time cheekpieces added to his hood. Likely to go well. Could yet be capable of better, with cheekpieces added to the hood tonight; considered.

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17:30 Newcastle Handicap (Class 5) 16f Race Class Flow

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

Stamina isn't a given for many of these, but that can't be said for PONS AELIUS. The son of Galileo hasn't always been the most consistent this term, but he finished fourth in the Northumberland Vase here in June and a similar level of performance would be good enough to land the spoils. Sydney Seabreeze has few miles on the clock and could find more for the addition of first-time cheekpieces, while Unique Spirit should not be underestimated.

The two 3-y-os may dominate this, with UNIQUE SPIRIT taken to build on a couple of placed efforts over C&D and gain a first success at the expense of Newmarket raider Sydney Seabreeze.

Unique Spirit should go well once more but the vote goes to SYDNEY SEABREEZE, who could yet be capable of better.

18:00 Newcastle Handicap (Class 6) 6f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
4 1st (4) (11/2 +21%) River Blackwater	5.5 11/2(+21%)	(4) River Blackwater 11/2, won a 6f Southwell nursery last month. Only eighth of 10 at Thirsk (6f, good, 10/1) since but may do better back on tapeta. Sole Tapeta effort a good bit better than any of her five turf efforts; one to consider.
9 2nd (9) (20/1 +60%) Mum's Called	20 20/1(+60%)	(9) Mum's Called 20/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 150/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, first run since leaving Dominic Ffrench Davis when last of 10 in maiden at Lingfield (7f, AW) 20 days ago. Makes nursery debut. Poor opening effort for her new yard; needs a big step forward now handicapping.
11 3rd (11) (22/1 +33%) Layaali	22 22/1(+33%)	(11) Layaali 22/1, Poor form. First run since leaving Phillip Makin when 4 lengths tenth of 11 to River Blackwater in nursery at Southwell (6f, 50/1) 28 days ago. Improvement needed. Behind two of these at Southwell early last month; would want to see some support tonight.
1 4th (1) (11/4 +21%) Empowered Queen	2.75 11/4(+21%)	(1) Empowered Queen 11/4, Thrice-raced maiden. Eighth of 12 in novice at Windsor (6f, good to firm, 50/1) 29 days ago. Interesting nursery newcomer, particularly if backed. Should be capable of better, especially if she can brush things up at the start; player.
10 5th (10) (25/1 -127%) Stat Goddess	25 25/1(-127%)	(10) Stat Goddess 25/1, Respectable 5¼ lengths third of 10 to Indy's Angel in C&D nursery 7 days ago. Has work on to turn the tables. Well-held 3rd behind Indy's Angel over C&D last Tuesday; will do well to turn things round.
6 6th (6) (20/1 -100%) Miss Cast	20 20/1(-100%)	(6) Miss Cast 20/1, Modest form. Fifth of 8 in nursery at Carlisle (7f, soft, 8/1) 33 days ago. Makes tapeta debut. First-time cheekpieces need to have a positive effect. Didn't look to see out 6.9f on soft last time; ought to fare better in first-time headgear.
8 7th (8) (2/1 -23%) Indy's Angel	2 2/1(-23%)	(8) Indy's Angel 2/1, Much improved when winning 10-runner C&D nursery last Tuesday, forging 4 lengths clear. A 6 lb penalty doesn't look enough to stop her. Won easily here last Tuesday and is fairly treated under the penalty; has to be respected.
12 8th (12) (12/1 +40%) Cuban Lynx	12 12/1(+40%)	(12) Cuban Lynx 12/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 150/1, last of 6 in novice at Redcar (5f, good to firm) 14 days ago. Makes handicap debut. Check the betting. Big prices and well held in three runs; this is more realistic though.
2 9th (2) (50/1 -317%) Himself	50 50/1(-317%)	(2) Himself 50/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Seventh of 8 in nursery (9/1) at Musselburgh (1m, good) 35 days ago. Back down in trip. Indy's Angel looks the more obvious of the yard's pair. 1m beyond him on nursery debut but hasn't progressed; Indy's Angel his yard's best shout.
5 10th (5) (15/2 -50%) Rose Of New Jersey	7.5 15/2(-50%)	(5) Rose Of New Jersey 15/2, Very good second of 9 in nursery at Thirsk (6f, good, 7/2) 15 days ago. Makes tapeta debut. One to consider. Best effort last time; having Rhys Elliott take off 7lb won't hurt; on the shortlist.
3 11th (3) (16/1 -78%) King Of Lir	16 16/1(-78%)	(3) King Of Lir 16/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 22/1, sixth of 8 in novice at Chester (6f, heavy) 18 days ago. One to note in the betting now handicapping. From a decent sprinting family and ought to fare better now handicapping at a lowly level.
7 12th (7) (16/1 +20%) Caledonian Dream	16 16/1(+20%)	(7) Caledonian Dream 16/1, Reached the frame in 2 nurseries for Grant Tuer but has left that yard since finishing last of 8 over 1m here 3 weeks ago. Favourite for a 1m nursery here three weeks ago; has since left Grant Tuer; drops in trip.

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18:00 Newcastle Handicap (Class 6) 6f Race Class Flow

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

Indy's Angel bolted up over C&D last time out and she ought to make a good fist of things despite the 6lb penalty, but the vote goes to EMPOWERED QUEEN. Ollie Sangster's juvenile steps into nurseries from a workable mark of 62. Stall 12 is a positive and, given that she is bred to be useful, it would come as no surprise were she to take the necessary step forward. Fellow nursery debutant King Of Lir makes some interest, along with Rose Of New Jersey.

INDY'S ANGEL had plenty to spare over C&D last week and is taken to defy a penalty. Rose of New Jersey ran well for second at Thirsk last time and can fill the runner-up spot again. Empowered Queen and King of Lir are possible improvers now switching to nurseries, particularly if the betting speaks in their favour.

Rose Of New Jersey goes on the shortlist but EMPOWERED QUEEN should be capable of more now she's handicapping at an ordinary level.

18:30 Newcastle Stakes (Class 5) 7f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
6 1st (6) (10/11 +52%) Alreet Cha	0.909091 10/11(+52%)	(6) Alreet Cha 10/11, Fair maiden who would stand a good chance here if she can shrug off a couple of lesser efforts in turf handicaps in recent months. Cheekpieces on first time. The return to Tapeta should suit and first-time headgear may help; shortlisted.
4 2nd (4) (11/4 +17%) Pinsent	2.75 11/4(+17%)	(4) Pinsent 11/4, Placed at Redcar (7f) and Carlisle (6f) this summer but not in the same form when 8 lengths fourth of 5 at Wolverhampton last time. Bounce back needed. Hasn't built on his Redcar second, latterly behind Genta at Wolverhampton; has it to prove.
3 3rd (3) (13/2 -44%) Genta	6.5 13/2(-44%)	(3) Genta 13/2, Modest form both starts, beaten 6 lengths when third of 5 in maiden at Wolverhampton (7f) 26 days ago. Will need to improve to take this; may be in handicaps that he ultimately makes his mark.
5 4th (5) (6/1 -100%) Chatty	6 6/1(-100%)	(5) Chatty 6/1, Fair maiden. 16/1 and blinkered first time, below-form fifth of 8 in handicap at Hamilton (6f, good) 8 days ago. Claims if back to near his best. Habitual hard-puller; has had 11 cracks at it now (6f-1m2f) and again looks vulnerable.
7 5th (7) (28/1 -600%) Brividi	28 28/1(-600%)	(7) Brividi 28/1, 22/1, fifth of 8 in maiden at Wolverhampton (9.5f) on debut in January. Down in trip. May do better. Not a bad debut but it came eight months ago over 9.5f; market should prove useful.
2 6th (2) (80/1 -21%) Blue Jay Way	80 80/1(-21%)	(2) Blue Jay Way 80/1, Modest maiden. Outsider. Poor maiden who's still to finish placed after 12 starts.

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18:30 Newcastle Stakes (Class 5) 7f Race Class Flow

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

A maiden through four starts, Pinsent has looked capable on his day but might be one for handicaps down the line, while Brividi wasn't disgraced first time out over further at Wolverhampton. GENTA could be the one, though. Alice Haynes' charge displayed some improvement from his first to second run and has been found a good opening to make it third-time lucky.

If ALREET CHA can get back to anywhere near her best in first-time cheekpieces it might be her day. Chatty is another who needs to shrug off some lesser efforts but his peak form puts him bang there.

It's unlikely ALREET CHA, who ran well over C&D a couple of times early in the year, will be found a better opening.

19:00 Newcastle Stakes (Class 5) 6f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
2 (2) (11/4 -10%) Thelma's Angel	2.75 11/4(-10%)	(2) Thelma's Angel 11/4, Daughter of Dark Angel who left her debut form well behind when bagging 5-runner maiden at Ayr (6f, good) in May. Off since but should have more to offer. Dam progressed well with time and she has potential back from a five-month absence; player.
1 1st (1) (2/13 +88%) Minnie Wildes	0.153846 2/13(+88%)	(1) Minnie Wildes 2/13, Promising type. 9/1, won 7-runner maiden at Ffos Las (6f, heavy) on debut 48 days ago, soon clear. More to come and good chance she can defy a penalty here. Impressive debut at Ffos Las; has to prove that wasn't down to handling heavy ground best.
4 2nd (4) (11/2 +78%) Formby	5.5 11/2(+78%)	(4) Formby 11/2, Twice-raced maiden. 33/1, sixth of 13 in maiden at Southwell (6f) 44 days ago, nearest finish. Hooded first time. May do better again. Yard going well and he's one to keep an eye on but maybe more once handicapping.
7 3rd (7) (80/1 -21%) Jannas Journey	80 80/1(-21%)	(7) Jannas Journey 80/1, Twice-raced maiden. 50/1, fifth of 8 in novice at Redcar (6f, good to firm) 14 days ago, merely passing beaten rivals. Well-beaten last of four on debut and fared no better down to this trip last time.
8 4th (8) (16/1 +68%) Miami Hills	16 16/1(+68%)	(8) Miami Hills 16/1, Twice-raced maiden. Went backwards from debut when eighth of 12 in maiden (66/1) at Southwell (6f) 4 months later. 66-1 at Southwell a month ago, when well beaten; Formby looks her trainer's best chance.
6 5th (6) (80/1 -60%) Bubbles Up	80 80/1(-60%)	(6) Bubbles Up 80/1, 12/1, last of 6 in novice at Musselburgh (5f, good to firm) on debut 16 days ago. Looked a handful at Musselburgh, pulling hard before weakening and finishing tailed off.
3 6th (3) (33/1 +34%) Cable Beach	33 33/1(+34%)	(3) Cable Beach 33/1, Twice-raced maiden. Ninth of 12 in maiden at this course (7f) 14 days ago. More one for handicaps after this. Drops in trip tonight and will probably find things easier once handicapping.

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19:00 Newcastle Stakes (Class 5) 6f Race Class Flow

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

A 270,000gns purchase at the sales, this can go the way of newcomer SECOND NAME, who is bred to be smart being a half-brother to the stable's Mill Reef winner Sakheer. The booking of James Doyle is a positive one and he could have too much for Thelma's Angel, who has not been in action since a comfortable success at Ayr in May. An easy debut scorer at Ffos Las on heavy ground, Minnie Wildes may have been flattered by the winning margin on that occasion and could find this tougher.

MINNIE WILDES was impressive on her Ffos Las debut and has to be considered the one to beat, although a strong market move for Roger Varian newcomer Second Name would put a slightly different slant on things. Thelma's Angel looks best of the rest.

Minnie Wildes and Thelma's Angel have potential but are being asked to concede weight to the well-related SECOND NAME.

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

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (1) (13/8 +41%) Indivar	1.625 13/8(+41%)	(1) Indivar 13/8, 6/1, promising run on AW debut when fifth of 14 in handicap at this course (7.1f) 21 days ago. Tongue strap on 1st time. One to consider down in class. On a competitive mark now, so is one to consider down in class in a first-time tongue-tie.
6 2nd (6) (11/2 -57%) Sergeant Mayer	5.5 11/2(-57%)	(6) Sergeant Mayer 11/2, Won at Nottingham in August. Fifth to Blue Force here then good second of 12 in handicap at Beverley (5f, good to soft, 6/1) in first-time cheekpieces 7 days ago, just failing. Enters calculations. May be that he's happier on turf; needs to settle better than in one previous run over C&D.
5 3rd (5) (11/2 +39%) Blue Force	5.5 11/2(+39%)	(5) Blue Force 11/2, Course winner in September. Eighth of 12 in handicap at Beverley (5f, good to soft, 15/2) 7 days ago, merely passing beaten rivals. Could do better back on AW. Happier on Tapeta than turf from limited evidence; claims on his 5f win off 3lb lower here.
4 4th (4) (16/1 -129%) Soul Singer	16 16/1(-129%)	(4) Soul Singer 16/1, Didn't need to be at best when winning 6-runner novice (11/2) at Musselburgh (5f, good to firm) 16 days ago. That was his first success at the 13th attempt but he'd previously gone close in handicaps from this sort of mark. Won't mind the return to 6f or Tapeta but has had plenty of chances off similar ratings.
8 5th (8) (12/1 -20%) She'sashambles	12 12/1(-20%)	(8) She'sashambles 12/1, Winner at Thirsk in August. 12/1, good third of 10 in handicap at this C&D 19 days ago. Could be in the hunt again. Added to her consistent profile on Tapeta over C&D last time; should go well again.
2 6th (2) (4/1 -78%) Court Drive	4 4/1(-78%)	(2) Court Drive 4/1, 10/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, third of 14 in handicap at this course (5f) 28 days ago, not clear run approaching final 1f. Just as effective over 6f and good claims. Not much luck with one thing and another since handicapping; goes on the shortlist.
7 7th (7) (33/1 -65%) Tees Harriet	33 33/1(-65%)	(7) Tees Harriet 33/1, Thrice-raced maiden over 5f on AW. Off 7 months. Makes handicap debut and needs to improve. Starts handicap life off a lowly mark; is worth tracking in the market back from a break.

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19:30 Newcastle Handicap (Class 6) 6f Race Class Flow

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

Now that SOUL SINGER has regained the winning thread after a comfortable success over 5f at Musselburgh, Tim Easterby's charge is likely to improve for going back up in trip, especially at a track where he was narrowly denied in March. Sergeant Mayer may have disappointed on his two starts here but has strong claims on his recent second at Beverley, while She'sashambles was only worn down late in the piece when bidding for the double over C&D last month.

COURT DRIVE was unlucky not to finish closer here last time, only getting room to fully open up inside the final furlong. She looks ready to strike again. Sergeant Mayer and Indivar are feared most.

Indivar won't mind the return to sprinting, but COURT DRIVE hasn't had much luck since handicapping and is preferred.

20:00 Newcastle Handicap (Class 6) 5f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
11 1st (11) (7/1 +42%) Dash Gordon	7 7/1(+42%)	(11) Dash Gordon 7/1, Blinkered for 1st time, seventh of 9 in minor event at Thirsk (6f, good to firm, 15/2) 32 days ago, looking awkward. Makes tapeta debut. Must improve. Marked tendency to hang left; only daylight on his left from stall 1, which is a concern.
2 2nd (2) (11/4 -53%) Missmimi	2.75 11/4(-53%)	(2) Missmimi 11/4, 3/1, career best when winning 10-runner handicap at this course (6f) 19 days ago, pushed out. She's really stepped up her game since encountering an all-weather surface and looks poised to go well again back over 5f. In good form here of late (6f); getting off the mark last time (2lb lower) won't have hurt.
12 3rd (12) (33/1 -65%) Rockley Point	33 33/1(-65%)	(12) Rockley Point 33/1, 4-time course winner. Twenty four runs since last win in 2023. Off 145 days. Might need this. Entitled to need this first run in five months at his age; bit of a shock were he to win.
4 4th (4) (9/2 +44%) Stallone	4.5 9/2(+44%)	(4) Stallone 9/2, 3-time C&D winner. Ninth of 14 in handicap at this C&D (20/1) 28 days ago. No surprise if he bounced back in a thin race. Wasn't best drawn in a better handicap here four weeks ago and is capable of bouncing back.
9 5th (9) (15/2 -88%) Blackcurrent	7.5 15/2(-88%)	(9) Blackcurrent 15/2, 4-time C&D winner. Thirteen runs since last win in 2023. Off 6 months. Enjoyed a good spell here this time last year. Six-time course winner who does most racing now over 6f; may need this at his age.
3 6th (3) (28/1 -40%) Yiengaa	28 28/1(-40%)	(3) Yiengaa 28/1, Winner at Brighton in June. Eleventh of 12 in handicap at this C&D (14/1) 60 days ago. Yet to offer much on all-weather. Struggled since 6f Brighton win off 3lb lower; has it to prove back from two months off.
5 7th (5) (8/1 -14%) Turn And Burn	8 8/1(-14%)	(5) Turn And Burn 8/1, Winner at Lingfield in September, standout performance at this stage. 16/1, fifth of 8 in handicap at Bath (5f, good to firm) 16 days ago. Makes tapeta debut and one to note. Again fluffed the start and pulled hard latest; is up to taking this if more professional.
8 8th (8) (40/1 +20%) Quanah	40 40/1(+20%)	(8) Quanah 40/1, C&D winner. Twenty one runs since last win in 2022. 80/1, eleventh of 13 in handicap at this course (6f) 7 days ago. On the decline for a couple of years and didn't offer a lot over 7f here last Tuesday.
10 9th (10) (9/1 -13%) Sassy Soprano	9 9/1(-13%)	(10) Sassy Soprano 9/1, 14/1, bit below form fifth of 9 in handicap at Carlisle (5f, good to soft) 20 days ago, merely closing up late. Blinkers on 1st time. Capable off this mark if she settles early from an outside stall, switched to blinkers.
7 10th (7) (18/1 -125%) Another Angel	18 18/1(-125%)	(7) Another Angel 18/1, 8-time C&D winner. Eighteen runs since last win in 2023. Off 11 weeks, tenth of 11 in handicap (40/1) at Southwell (5f) 28 days ago. Eight-time C&D winner who's into the veteran stage and on the downgrade.
1 11th (1) (13/2 +28%) Astapor	6.5 13/2(+28%)	(1) Astapor 13/2, Seventh of 9 in handicap (12/1) at Carlisle (5f, good to soft) 20 days ago. Has work to do. Struggled since a May win and, while well treated as a result, does need to bounce back.
6 12th (6) (25/1 -108%) Joshua R	25 25/1(-108%)	(6) Joshua R 25/1, C&D winner. Off 7 months. Might need this. Dual C&D winner who goes well fresh; is one of the more interesting contenders.

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20:00 Newcastle Handicap (Class 6) 5f Race Class Flow

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

With Aiden Brookes claiming 3lb, MISSMIMI is effectively 1lb lower than for her 6f success here last month and is the most attractive option in handicapping terms, despite this being only her second attempt over the minimum trip. Stallone is a three-time C&D winner who can make this tough for the selection if on a going day. Sassy Soprano is handily drawn and also appeals for a place on the assumption that first-time blinkers can draw some improvement.

MISSMIMI has thrived since coming to Newcastle and can win again dropped back to 5f in a weak contest. Stallone and Blackcurrent are a couple of the other more obvious players.

The drop to 5f is the worry with Missmimi and dual C&D winner JOSHUA R, who has often gone well fresh, is preferred.

20:30 Newcastle Handicap (Class 5) 7f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (1) (18/1 -13%) Maxi Boy	18 18/1(-13%)	(1) Maxi Boy 18/1, One win from 24 Flat runs. 40/1, fourteenth of 18 in handicap at York (6f, soft) 23 days ago. This is easier now making tapeta debut with in-form rider booked. 0-27 since debut success in 2019; drop to Class 5 is the angle with him.
4 2nd (4) (11/1 -47%) Starshiba	11 11/1(-47%)	(4) Starshiba 11/1, C&D winner. Below form 1¼ lengths third of 6 to B Associates in claimer (6/4) at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 22 days ago. Visor back on. Beaten favourite (below best) in claimer last time; opposed.
8 3rd (8) (9/2 +25%) Patontheback	4.5 9/2(+25%)	(8) Patontheback 9/2, C&D winner. Good 1¼ lengths third of 12 to The Cookstown Cafu in handicap at this C&D (10/1) 14 days ago. Place claims again. Closely matched with The Cookstown Cafu on C&D running last month; possibilities.
3 4th (3) (11/8 +21%) The Cookstown Cafu	1.375 11/8(+21%)	(3) The Cookstown Cafu 11/8, First run since leaving Kevin Ryan and improved on recent efforts to win 12-runner handicap at this C&D (well-backed 5/2) 14 days ago. Clearly still better than this grade and good chance he can make it 2-2 on this surface. Took well to this surface in C&D event two weeks ago on AW/stable debut; warrants respect.
7 4th (7) (12/1 -20%) Showtime Mahomes	12 12/1(-20%)	(7) Showtime Mahomes 12/1, Latest win at Musselburgh in August. 9/2, fifth of 8 in handicap at Musselburgh (7.1f, good to firm) 17 days ago, not ideally placed. 0-6 on AW but finished third off 3lb higher in this race last year; not ruled out.
5 6th (5) (13/2 -44%) Streak Lightning	6.5 13/2(-44%)	(5) Streak Lightning 13/2, Won 12-runner handicap (8/1) at this C&D 21 days ago, helped by being held up in strongly-run race. Seen to maximum effect and more needed now. Overcame a tardy start to lead close home over C&D last month for a fourth Newcastle win.
2 7th (2) (12/1 +76%) Harry Magnus	12 12/1(+76%)	(2) Harry Magnus 12/1, Dual winner for Charles Hills. Off 4 months/gelded and had breathing op, eighth of 11 in handicap at Thirsk (7f, good to firm, 100/1) 24 days ago. Will find easier opportunities. Down the field in two runs for new yard; best watched.
9 8th (9) (11/1 -29%) Ideal Guest	11 11/1(-29%)	(9) Ideal Guest 11/1, Fair handicapper, won at Yarmouth twice in 2023 for George Margarson. Off 11 months and makes tapeta debut. Interesting for new yard but might need it. Absent since his turf win last October on final start for George Margarson.
6 9th (6) (66/1 -371%) B Associates	66 66/1(-371%)	(6) B Associates 66/1, Has won 3 times this year. Good fourth of 11 in handicap (15/2) at Chester (6.1f, heavy) 18 days ago, never nearer. First run for yard after leaving James Owen. Others more persuasive. Bit to prove off current mark back on AW; debut for new connections.
10 10th (10) (25/1 -79%) Admiral Nelson	25 25/1(-79%)	(10) Admiral Nelson 25/1, C&D winner. Below form eighth of 13 in handicap at Redcar (8f, good to firm, 10/1) 101 days ago. Interesting back at Newcastle on return from break; won off 2lb higher here last December.

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20:30 Newcastle Handicap (Class 5) 7f Race Class Flow

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

THE COOKSTOWN CAFU justified strong support in the betting when he won over course and distance a fortnight ago and, on just his second start for David O'Meara, a 2lb higher mark is far from insurmountable now he has proven to be effective on Tapeta. Streak Lightning struggles for consistency but can also go well if buoyed by his own C&D win last time. Ideal Guest and B Associates debut for new yards and are others to note in the betting.

THE COOKSTOWN CAFU made his first start away from turf a winning one for his new yard here recently and can strike again. Patontheback and Maxi Boy could be a couple of the dangers.

Being still favourably treated, THE COOKSTOWN CAFU (nap) is taken to complete a C&D double. Patontheback is second choice.

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

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

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

Tomform Tuesday 1st October 2024

Races & Results Tuesday 1st October 2024

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13:20 Cork Maiden 5f Race Speed Rating Flow

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13:30 Bath Handicap (Class 6) 13f Race Class Flow

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13:40 Ayr Handicap (Class 5) 8f Race Class Flow

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13:50 Sedgefield Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 17f Race Class Flow

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13:55 Cork Handicap 6f Race Speed Rating Flow

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14:05 Bath Handicap (Class 6) 8f Race Class Flow

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14:15 Ayr Maiden (Class 5) 6f Race Class Flow

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14:25 Sedgefield Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 17f Race Class Flow

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14:30 Cork Handicap 6f Race Speed Rating Flow

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14:40 Bath Handicap (Class 6) 8f Race Class Flow

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14:50 Ayr Handicap (Class 4) 10f Race Class Flow

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15:00 Sedgefield Handicap Chase (Class 4) 21f Race Class Flow

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15:05 Cork Handicap 6f Race Speed Rating Flow

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15:15 Bath Stakes (Class 4) 8f Race Class Flow

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15:25 Ayr Handicap (Class 4) 7f Race Class Flow

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15:35 Sedgefield Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 20f Race Class Flow

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15:40 Cork Maiden 8f Race Speed Rating Flow

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15:50 Bath Handicap (Class 5) 6f Race Class Flow

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16:00 Ayr Handicap (Class 6) 7f Race Class Flow

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16:10 Sedgefield Handicap Chase (Class 4) 16f Race Class Flow

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16:15 Cork Listed 8f Race Speed Rating Flow

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16:25 Bath Handicap (Class 5) 6f Race Class Flow

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16:35 Ayr Handicap (Class 4) 6f Race Class Flow

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16:45 Sedgefield Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 20f Race Class Flow

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16:50 Cork Handicap 8f Race Speed Rating Flow