1 Saturday 7th October 2023 UK Horse Racing Speed Ratings & Tips

There were 52 Races on Saturday 7th October 2023 across 7 meetings. There was 8 races at Curragh, 7 races at Newmarket, 7 races at Fairyhouse, 7 races at Fontwell, 6 races at Ascot, 8 races at Redcar, 9 races at Wolverhampton, no doubt Tomform helped you find a winner.

13:10 Curragh Maiden 9f - 16 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
5 1st (5) (4/1 -78%) Illinois	4 4/1(-78%)	(5) Illinois 4/1, Foaled February 8. Galileo colt. Brother to 3 winners, including smart 1½m/12.3f winner Venice Beach and useful 1m-9.4f winner Broadway and Queen Elizabeth Stakes. Dam unraced. Likely type. Galileo colt; brother to 3 winners and half-brother to Danedream; yard's first-string.
13 2nd (13) (10/1 -43%) Soul Of Spain	10 10/1(-43%)	(13) Soul Of Spain 10/1, Foaled March 21. €50,000 yearling, €160,000 2-y-o, Phoenix of Spain colt. Half-brother to useful winner up to 1¼m Castlebar and winner up to 5.5f Napa Spirit. Phoenix Of Spain colt; 160,000 2yo; suitable test and yard can ready one; check market.
1 3rd (1) (12/1 -20%) Bacchanalian	12 12/1(-20%)	(1) Bacchanalian 12/1, Foaled February 15. Siyouni colt. Dam 1m winner out of useful 11.3f winner Demurely, herself half-sister to very smart winner up to 1½m L'Ancresse. Siyouni colt; sister to French miler; suitable starting point and worth a market check.
6 4th (6) (10/3 +52%) Invention	3.333333 10/3(+52%)	(6) Invention 10/3, Foaled April 17. €250,000 yearling, Galileo colt. Brother to smart winner up to 9f Rain Goddess and closely related to useful 1¼m-1½m winner Dream With Me. Dam, maiden (should have stayed 1m), out of 1000 Guineas winner Virginia Waters. Galileo colt; 250,000Eu yearling; brother to Irish Oaks 2nd; nice middle distance prospect.
10 5th (10) (22/1 -57%) Navajo Scout	22 22/1(-57%)	(10) Navajo Scout 22/1, Thrice-raced colt. 50/1, third of 9 in maiden at Tipperary (9f, heavy) 6 days ago, not knocked about. Improved steadily with each run but vulnerable to any above average rivals here.
2 6th (2) (16/1 +20%) Cult Figure	16 16/1(+20%)	(2) Cult Figure 16/1, Foaled March 3. 85,000 gns foal, 58,000 gns yearling, Dark Angel colt. Dam, 1m-9.4f winner, half-sister to useful 2-y-o 6f/7f winner Bible Black. Travelled quite well in 2 barrier trials before looking outpaced; further should suit.
16 7th (16) (33/1 -32%) Walter Hartright	33 33/1(-32%)	(16) Walter Hartright 33/1, Foaled April 18. €68,000 foal, €65,000 yearling, Saxon Warrior colt. Dam unraced half-sister to smart 2-y-o 6f winner Huntdown out of useful winner up to 1m (2-y-o 6f winner) Infinite Spirit. Saxon Warrior colt; 65,000eur yearling; nice blend of speed and stamina in pedigree.
4 8th (4) (14/1 -75%) Fine Print	14 14/1(-75%)	(4) Fine Print 14/1, Foaled January 23. €48,000 foal, €64,000 2-y-o, Zoffany colt. Dam, 9.7f winner, closely related to 7f/1m winner One Spirit and 7f winner Some Spirit (both useful). Zoffany colt; 64,000Euros 2yo; dam 1m2f winner; notable newcomer worth market check.
12 9th (12) (9/2 +18%) Solar Saving	4.5 9/2(+18%)	(12) Solar Saving 9/2, Promising type. Third of 12 in maiden (16/1) at Navan (8f, soft) on debut 3 days ago. Form pick and should progress. Big run on Wednesday's debut at Navan when beaten 2l by well backed favourite.
9 10th (9) (11/1 -10%) Mont St Michel	11 11/1(-10%)	(9) Mont St Michel 11/1, Foaled May 5. Galileo colt. Brother to US 1m winner Switch In Time and useful 1¼m winner Kiss You Later and half-brother to 10.7f-1½m winner Make The Switch. Dam US Grade 1 7f winner. Interesting newcomer. Galileo colt; brother to winners Kiss You Later; suitable trip; Illinois first-string.
8 11th (8) (250/1 -67%) Mexican Joe	250 250/1(-67%)	(8) Mexican Joe 250/1, Twice-raced colt. Seventh of 9 in maiden (200/1) at Dundalk (8f) 53 days ago. Shown little in two maidens so far.
3 12th (3) (8/1 +43%) Fighter	8 8/1(+43%)	(3) Fighter 8/1, Once-raced colt. Eighth of 10 in maiden at Punchestown (8f, good to soft, 4/1) on debut 24 days ago, met some trouble. Trainer going well. Open to progress. Only 4s for debut but was beaten 14l; half-brother to Trading Leather so may do better.
14 13th (14) (14/1 +13%) Tour Of Duty	14 14/1(+13%)	(14) Tour Of Duty 14/1, Foaled February 23. €170,000 foal, 450,000 gns yearling, Camelot colt. Half-brother to French 12.5f winner Seelie. Dam, 2-y-o 6f winner, half-sister to very smart winner up to 1½m (including Moyglare Stud Stakes) Chelsea Rose, herself dam of St Leger winner Kew Gardens, runner-up in Irish St Leger. Camelot colt; 450,000gns yearling; eyecatching price tag; may be one for down the line.
15 14th (15) (25/1 +62%) Tsunami Speed	25 25/1(+62%)	(15) Tsunami Speed 25/1, Twice-raced colt. Fifteenth of 23 in minor event (150/1) at this course (7f, soft) 14 days ago, merely passing beaten rivals. Up in trip. Has shown ability in two starts so far incl' valuable sales race here; further may help.
7 15th (7) (80/1 +0%) Liberty Looming	80 80/1(+0%)	(7) Liberty Looming 80/1, Once-raced gelding. Seventeenth of 18 in maiden (50/1) at this course (6f, good) on debut. Off 99 days. Significantly up in trip. 50-1 and beaten 22l on debut here; longer trip will suit but hard to fancy.
11 16th (11) (200/1 -33%) Nobody	200 200/1(-33%)	(11) Nobody 200/1, Foaled March 1. €5,000 yearling, Estidhkaar gelding. Half-brother to winner up to 6f Arriba Arriba. Dam 6f winner. Son of Estidhkaar; 5,000euros yearling; already gelded and unlikely to feature.

LTO Selection:

13:10 Curragh Maiden 9f Race Speed Rating Flow

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Solar Saving sets a clear standard of those with race experience following his third at Navan on Wednesday. That said, preference is for ILLINOIS, who is a half-brother to the five-time Group 1 winner Danedream and he is also a full-brother to the Group 3 scorers Venice Beach and Broadway. Invention is another well-bred newcomer who merits plenty of respect on his racecourse bow, while Mont St Michel and Tour Of Duty complete the shortlist.

SOLAR SAVING shaped well when third at Navan on debut and can put that experience to good use up against some interesting newcomers, including Aidan O'Brien's trio Illinois, Mont St Michel and Tour of Duty.

ILLINOIS is a typically well bred sort from Ballydoyle who is the first-string on jockey bookings and the ground should be fine for him

13:30 Newmarket Handicap (Class 2) 10f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (1) (10/1 +38%) Madame Ambassador	10 10/1(+38%)	(1) Madame Ambassador 10/1, Has taken form to a new level in recent months, second of 4 at Goodwood before emphatically going one place better over C&D a fortnight ago. Up 7 lb and dominating this field asks a different question but she's clearly in excellent order. Comfortably made all over C&D recently; this is hotter but she could make another bold bid.
10 2nd (10) (7/2 +46%) Lady Boba	3.5 7/2(+46%)	(10) Lady Boba 7/2, Promising daughter of Lope De Vega who returned from 9 months off with an excellent second of 10 in an AW novice in July. Landed the odds with a fair amount in hand at Ffos Las and she can leave bare form of that behind. Thrust into a tough race on handicap debut but she's unexposed and has a classy pedigree.
9 3rd (9) (14/1 +44%) Prenup	14 14/1(+44%)	(9) Prenup 14/1, Improved model for present yard this term, career-best effort when registering third career success at Sandown (9f, heavy) in August, finding plenty for pressure. Solid showing at York last time and no reason why she won't go well again. Three wins this year and another good run at York last time, but may find a few too good.
8 4th (8) (14/1 -27%) Queen Regent	14 14/1(-27%)	(8) Queen Regent 14/1, Won a 1m Newcastle novice in January and even better form when second at Wolverhampton (9.5f) 5 months later, caught further back than ideal. Shade disappointing on turf/handicap debut at Salisbury but she's in top hands and is back in trip. Still early days but she looked beaten when hampered at 2f pole on handicap debut.
7 5th (7) (10/3 -33%) Whispering Words	3.333333 10/3(-33%)	(7) Whispering Words 10/3, Green initially but picked up strongly when making second start a winning one in novice company on the July Course. Improved another chunk when runner-up under a penalty at Kempton (1m) and this trip may unlock more now handicapping. Considerable promise in 1m novices and the step up to 1m2f looks a positive move.
2 6th (2) (13/2 +35%) Lady Alara	6.5 13/2(+35%)	(2) Lady Alara 13/2, Ridden positively and found plenty for pressure when doubling career tally at Ascot (1m) last month. Excellent second to a potentially smart rival here a fortnight ago and the way she shaped on that occasions suggests this trip will suit. In fine form in 1m handicaps the last twice and her pedigree suggests 1m2f will suit.
5 7th (5) (4/1 +0%) Totnes	4 4/1(+0%)	(5) Totnes 4/1, Three AW wins this year and showed she's equally as effective on turf when scooting 3 lengths clear at Chepstow (1¼m, good) in August. Even better form when second at Newbury despite being denied a clear run and she looks ahead of his mark. 3yo who has won four of her ten starts and could still have more to offer.
4 8th (4) (33/1 -32%) Crystallium	33 33/1(-32%)	(4) Crystallium 33/1, Fairly useful dual 7f scorer as a juvenile and best effort this term when beaten around a length in the Distaff at Sandown in July. No impact kept to that company at Haydock a month later and opening mark looks too high back up in trip. A case can be made on her Listed fourth in July but she was well beaten last time.
11 9th (11) (12/1 +57%) Aiming High	12 12/1(+57%)	(11) Aiming High 12/1, Won at Southwell on New Year's Day and chased home a less-exposed 3yo on her return to turf at Doncaster in May. Just fair efforts in defeat since. Edging down the weights but she needs something extra if she's to return to winning ways.
3 10th (3) (16/1 +11%) Morning Poem	16 16/1(+11%)	(3) Morning Poem 16/1, Useful form last season and pleasing return from a long spell off the track in listed company at Yarmouth 17 days ago. Free-going type who is now fitted with cheekpieces but she's dangerous if settling back in a handicap. Respectable Listed effort on belated reappearance and could build on that run today.

LTO Selection:

13:30 Newmarket Handicap (Class 2) 10f Race Class Flow

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WHISPERING WORDS returned with a breakthrough victory at Newmarket before nearly making it two on the bounce under a penalty at Kempton. The step up in trip appears likely to bring about improvement from Charlie Appleby's filly on her handicap debut. Red Danielle took advantage of an excellent opportunity to get off the mark at Yarmouth and she has to be high on the shortlist. Others to note include Totnes and Morning Poem.

This looks a hot handicap with TOTNES just about the most compelling candidate on the back of a runner-up effort despite not being seen to best effect at Newbury a fortnight ago. This trip could see Whispering Words elevate her form now handicapping for leading connections, with Queen Regent another to consider.

The step up in trip promises to suit Godolphin's unexposed handicap newcomer WHISPERING WORDS and she gets the nod under Ryan Moore.

13:40 Redcar Stakes (Class 4) 7f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (1) (3.2/1 +36%) Respectful	3.2 3.2/1(+36%)	(1) Respectful 3.2/1, Left his first 2 efforts well behind when winning 11-runner minor event at Ayr (7.2f, good to soft, 20/1) 16 days ago, rallying to lead again final 50 yds. Can do better again now that he's up and running. Major form contender but may be worth taking on; had the run of things at Ayr last time.
8 2nd (8) (3.5/1 -40%) Midnite Storm	3.5 3.5/1(-40%)	(8) Midnite Storm 3.5/1, Back up in trip, improved again when second of 11 in minor event at Leicester (7f, soft, 7/1) 25 days ago. Has been going the right way and he can be thereabouts once more. Close second at Leicester most recently; that form gives him a good chance at weights.
7 3rd (7) (8/1 -100%) Mickley	8 8/1(-100%)	(7) Mickley 8/1, Well supported (5/4) on debut but had little go right when fourth of 8 in maiden at Newcastle (7.1f) 11 days ago, denied a clear run from 3f out. Can go well with improvement to come. Slowly away and met traffic on his way to finishing fourth at Newcastle; should improve.
3 4th (3) (22/1 -38%) Bubbles Wonky	22 22/1(-38%)	(3) Bubbles Wonky 22/1, Foaled April 22. Lope De Vega colt. Half-brother to 3 winners, including smart winner up to 16.6f Mildenberger and 2-y-o 7f winner Berengaria. Dam 1½m-2m winner. Makes appeal on paper. Lope De Vega half-brother to three winners; one of two newcomers for this yard.
2 5th (2) (9/4 +10%) Greer	2.25 9/4(+10%)	(2) Greer 9/4, €105,000 yearling and looked a good prospect when making winning start in 12-runner maiden at Chester (7f, soft, 8/1) 22 days ago, well on top finish. Leading contender. Incurs only a 3lb penalty for Chester debut success; open to progress and warrants respect.
13 6th (13) (150/1 -436%) Beguiling	150 150/1(-436%)	(13) Beguiling 150/1, Foaled March 9. Bated Breath filly. Half-sister to useful 7f/1m winner Irreverent and 2-y-o 6f winner Deb's Delight. One of two newcomers in the line-up for her trainer. Bated Breath filly; stablemate of Bubbles Wonky; market can guide.
12 7th (12) (18/1 -13%) Wonder Smile	18 18/1(-13%)	(12) Wonder Smile 18/1, Foaled March 27. 50,000 gns foal. Exceed And Excel colt. Half-brother to 5f/6f winner Obtain. Dam, useful French 5f/6f winner, half-sister to useful winner up to 6f Immediate. Wears tongue strap. Watch for market clues. 50,000gns foal; by Exceed And Excel; wears tongue-tie on debut; check the betting.
10 8th (10) (80/1 -100%) Starlight Stanley	80 80/1(-100%)	(10) Starlight Stanley 80/1, Showed more than first time up when fifth of 10 in minor event at Thirsk (7f, good to soft, 100/1) 28 days ago, though never landed a blow. Much more required. Modest fifth last time; handicaps more suitable shortly.
11 9th (11) (80/1 -60%) Triple Force	80 80/1(-60%)	(11) Triple Force 80/1, Foaled March 28. 32,000 gns foal, £40,000 2-y-o, Land Force gelding. Half-brother to winner abroad by Kyllachy. Dam, 9.5f winner, half-sister to useful winner up to 7f Nasri. Yard not known for its winning newcomers. £40,000 2yo; yard has a modest strike-rate with 2yos in last five seasons.
4 10th (4) (5/1 +69%) Detroit Lion	5 5/1(+69%)	(4) Detroit Lion 5/1, Hinted at ability on debut when fifth of 7 in minor event at Newbury (7f, heavy, 10/1) 2 weeks ago. Needs to take a big step forward from that first run. Modest fifth on heavy ground at Newbury; may do better on this forecast faster surface.
6 11th (6) (200/1 -300%) Jez Bomb	200 200/1(-300%)	(6) Jez Bomb 200/1, Foaled May 15. Hunter's Light gelding. Dam Spanish 11f winner out of 9f winner. Yard's first 2-y-o runner of the year. Hunter's Light gelding; stable isn't associated with 2yo scorers.
5 12th (5) (200/1 -203%) Filey Beach	200 200/1(-203%)	(5) Filey Beach 200/1, In need of the experience when well held both starts so far, eighth of 10 in minor event at Thirsk (7f, good to soft, 40/1) 28 days ago. Likely to need more time. Soundly beaten in both outings.
9 13th (9) (66/1 -65%) Old Bailey	66 66/1(-65%)	(9) Old Bailey 66/1, Foaled May 5. €35,000 yearling, resold 35,000 gns. Inns of Court gelding. Half-brother to several winners, including winner up to 1m Isla Kai (2-y-o 7f winner), 1m winner Hombre Rojo, both useful. Dam 1m-10.5f winner. 35,000gns yearling; half-brother to seven winners but none of them scored on debut.

LTO Selection:

13:40 Redcar Stakes (Class 4) 7f Race Class Flow

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GREER made a very promising start to his career when scoring in good style over 7f at Chester on his racecourse debut and he can progress further. John Quinn's charge was strong at the finish on that occasion and any level of improvement can be expected. Midnite Storm is feared most after a consistent start to his career, while connections of Respectful will hoping he can follow up his success over 7f at Ayr.

GREER looked a good prospect when making a winning debut at Chester last month, doing well in the circumstances having met some trouble over 2f out, and he can follow up with progress to come. Midnite Storm has improved with each of his 3 starts so far and can make his presence felt, while Respectful also merits consideration.

Chester winner GREER is open to progress and may be capable of defying a small penalty. Midnite Storm is second choice.

13:45 Curragh Group 3 8f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
2 1st (2) (20/1 -100%) Content	20 20/1(-100%)	(2) Content 20/1, Winner at Leopardstown (7f) in August. 9 lengths sixth of 7 in Group 3 Weld Park Stakes (9/2) at this course (7f, heavy) 13 days ago. Steps up in trip now. Well below that form in Group 3 Weld Park Stakes here a fortnight ago and bit to find now.
6 2nd (6) (1.1/1 +20%) Kitty Rose	1.1 1.1/1(+20%)	(6) Kitty Rose 1.1/1, Promising daughter of Invincible Army who took the rise in class in her stride as she made it 2-2 at Leopardstown (7.3f, listed) 4 weeks ago, by 2½ lengths from Content. Open to further improvement and big shout now tackling Group 3 company. Created fine impression in winning both starts, could take the beating if handling soft.
3 3rd (3) (14/1 -17%) Dare To Dream	14 14/1(-17%)	(3) Dare To Dream 14/1, Camelot filly who tasted success on debut at Deauville (1m) in August and stepped up on that form without threatening when fourth in Longchamp Group 3 (1m) since. Not out of the question she can improve further. French challenger for whom trip/ground in her favour so don't rule out.
5 4th (5) (28/1 -27%) Gray's Inn	28 28/1(-27%)	(5) Gray's Inn 28/1, Fairly useful filly. 2 wins from 6 runs this year. Latest win at Chester in July. Below form third of 13 in nursery (13/8) at Goodwood (7f, soft) 65 days ago. Stable having good spell but good bit to find if she's to come out on top back up in grade. Musselburgh seller winner held since; doesn't look good enough.
1 5th (1) (3/1 +14%) Brilliant	3 3/1(+14%)	(1) Brilliant 3/1, Useful filly. Winner at Leopardstown in July. Very good ¾-length third of 7 in Group 3 Weld Park Stakes (7/1) at this course (7f, heavy) 13 days ago, keeping on. Shortlisted back up in trip. Career-best here a fortnight ago but not sure she warrants a 105 rating.
9 6th (9) (20/1 -67%) Snellen	20 20/1(-67%)	(9) Snellen 20/1, Built on her debut win when following up in 16-runner Chesham Stakes (12/1) at Royal Ascot (7f) in June. Disappointed in Group 2 Debutante Stakes when last seen at the Curragh 7 weeks ago but she's not one to be writing off. Best form on quick ground; not sure this stamina test will play to her strengths.
10 7th (10) (8/1 -7%) Unreasonable	8 8/1(-7%)	(10) Unreasonable 8/1, No Nay Never filly who showed fairly useful form when making winning debut in 7-runner maiden at Cork (1m, good to firm) on debut 31 days ago, staying on to lead close home. In good hands and she looks sure to go on to better things. Did well to make winning debut at Cork last month; late foal with likely more to offer.
8 8th (8) (17/2 +0%) Sea The Boss	8.5 17/2(+0%)	(8) Sea The Boss 17/2, Twice-raced winner. 1 win from 2 runs this year. 11/2, 4¼ lengths fourth of 9 to Kitty Rose in listed race at Leopardstown (7.3f, good to firm) 28 days ago, keeping on out wide final 1f. Likely she can do better still. Leopardstown fourth to Kitty Rose; softer ground here could suit.
4 9th (4) (20/1 -25%) Foxtrot Zulu	20 20/1(-25%)	(4) Foxtrot Zulu 20/1, Saxon Warrior filly who was all the rage in the betting but ultimately shaped as if in need of the experience when 3¾ lengths third of 7 to Unreasonable in maiden (4/6) at Cork (8f, good to firm) on debut 31 days ago. Type to do better but this demands a chunk of improvement up markedly in class. Beaten odds-on favourite on Cork debut but well-regarded and will have learnt plenty.
7 10th (7) (150/1 -88%) Lady Craftsman	150 150/1(-88%)	(7) Lady Craftsman 150/1, Thrice-raced winner. 15¼ lengths last of 6 to Ylang Ylang in Silver Flash Stakes at Leopardstown (7.2f, good to soft, 50/1) 72 days ago. Difficult ask. Absent since well held at this level in July; outsider..

LTO Selection:

13:45 Curragh Group 3 8f Race Speed Rating Flow

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KITTY ROSE has made a very impressive start to her career and she arrives here seeking to add to her record of two wins from two starts. Natalia Lupini's charge shed her maiden tag over 7f at Naas before scoring in Listed company over the extended 7f at Leopardstown, and she appears primed to give another good account. Brilliant is feared most for the powerful Aidan O'Brien yard, while French recruit Dare To Dream will enjoy the ground on her first outing on these shores.

KITTY ROSE took the rise in class in her stride as she made it 2-2 in a Leopardstown listed event (7.3f) 4 weeks ago and with the prospect of more to come, she can maintain her 100% record now tackling Group 3 company. Brilliant may emerge as the chief threat, with Sea The Boss and Unreasonable others fancied to be in the mix.

If handling this softer ground KITTY ROSE (nap) can maintain her unbeaten record

13:50 Ascot Listed (Class 1) 5f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
2 1st (2) (5/2 -11%) Emaraaty Ana	2.5 5/2(-11%)	(2) Emaraaty Ana 5/2, Group 1 winner over 6f in 2021 and placed in the Nunthorpe, Haydock Sprint Cup and Breeders' Cup Turf Sprint last season. Disappointed on his first 2 starts this year but back on track with good placed efforts at this level the last twice. Cheekpieces back on. Big player. Group 1 winner who's run with great credit at this level the last twice; cheekpieces back.
3 2nd (3) (7/2 +13%) Korker	3.5 7/2(+13%)	(3) Korker 7/2, Bounced back to his best when landing 5-runner minor event (2/1) at Beverley (5f, heavy) 11 days ago, despite a typical slow start. Sure to make presence felt if backing that up. Slow starts hold him back in the better races but he's hugely talented; needs considering.
4 3rd (4) (9/2 +18%) Nymphadora	4.5 9/2(+18%)	(4) Nymphadora 9/2, Smart filly who bounced back from a lesser effort to land York listed race in July and returned to that level when second in small-field Newbury Group 3 (5.2f, heavy) 14 days ago, having run of race. Likely to be thereabouts with a repeat. Close 2nd in a Newbury Group 3 latest (easy lead against rail); penalty to overcome here.
8 4th (8) (40/1 +20%) Rum Cocktail	40 40/1(+20%)	(8) Rum Cocktail 40/1, Produced a career best when blowing away the opposition in a 5f handicap at Yarmouth in June. That was a thin race for the level though and she's been well held both outings at this level since. Easy winner of a Class 4 h'cap in June; came up well short in Listed events the last twice.
1 5th (1) (14/1 +13%) Chipstead	14 14/1(+13%)	(1) Chipstead 14/1, Proved better than ever returned to handicap company when winning at York (5f) in May. However, has failed to repeat that effort since, running poorly in Portland Handicap at Doncaster latest. Cheekpieces on for 1st time. A largely progressive handicapper but quiet since a York win in May; headgear now.
6 6th (6) (28/1 +0%) Glamorous Breeze	28 28/1(+0%)	(6) Glamorous Breeze 28/1, Landed a third success of the season with a bit to spare in 5f handicap at Goodwood last month but faces a stiff task at this level. Progressive mare who won't mind conditions; stiff task at the weights though.
7 7th (7) (9/1 -50%) Rage Of Bamby	9 9/1(-50%)	(7) Rage Of Bamby 9/1, Placed in the Group 2 Rockfel as a juvenile. Disappointed on her reappearance in April but got her career firmly on track when second of 14 in 5f course handicap at the Ebor meeting. Failed to confirm that improvement in listed event there last time but wasn't disgraced all the same. Collared late by Designer (career best) on sole 5f outing; needs more but that's possible.
5 8th (5) (9/2 +63%) Designer	4.5 9/2(+63%)	(5) Designer 9/2, Back-to-back successes in 5f fillies' handicap at the Ebor meeting, getting up late having been somewhat isolated on the outer wing. Ran about as well as could be expected in Newbury Group 3 subsequently. Pipped Rage Of Bamby at York in August but worse off with that rival today.
9 9th (9) (20/1 -43%) Zudu Spirit	20 20/1(-43%)	(9) Zudu Spirit 20/1, Useful winner in France who did best of those drawn high when sixth of 11 in 5f listed event at Deauville on most recent outing in August. First run for yard after leaving M. Delcher Sanchez. Wears tongue strap. 4-time winner in France; best of her group when only 6th at Deauville latest; stable debut.

LTO Selection:

13:50 Ascot Listed (Class 1) 5f Race Class Flow

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EMARAATY ANA brings the best form to the table and should be able to take advantage dropping in grade and gain a first win of the season. Korker got badly outpaced at Beverley last time before coming home very strongly and this track should really play to his strengths, so he rates the main danger. Rage Of Bamby has been running well and looks to have the best chance of the rest.

EMARAATY ANA doesn't look the force of old, but he's still capable of smart form and this is very much his time of year as his record suggests, so he's fancied to get back on the scoresheet for the first time in a while. Rage of Bamby is a little less exposed than the rest, so she's second choice ahead of Nymphadora.

Zudu Spirit is a fascinating recruit to the Boughey yard but KORKER may be able to record the biggest win of his frustrating career.

13:55 Fairyhouse Maiden Chase 16f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
10 1st (10) (50/1 -150%) The Big Chap	50 50/1(-150%)	(10) The Big Chap 50/1, Fairly useful hurdler. Latest win in hurdle at Sligo in July. Fairly useful winner at 19f over hurdles. 6/1, unseated rider in novice chase at Sligo (17.6f, heavy) on debut over fences 10 days ago. 123-rated hurdler, unseated at second on chasing debut at Sligo, best watched.
7 2nd (7) (8/15 +27%) My Mate Mozzie	0.533333 8/15(+27%)	(7) My Mate Mozzie 8/15, Smart hurdler. 6/1, creditable fifth of 30 in handicap on the Flat at the Curragh (16.8f, heavy) 13 days ago. Fine third in the Galway Hurdle on latest jumps start and this fomer point winner will prove hard to beat if his jumping passes the test on chase debut. Point winner, has achieved a high standard on Flat and over hurdles, smart chasing recruit.
4 3rd (4) (9/2 +44%) Hgranca De Thaix	4.5 9/2(+44%)	(4) Hgranca De Thaix 9/2, Useful hurdler. Winner in hurdle at Galway in October 2022. 9/4, respectable third of 19 in handicap hurdle at Punchestown (19.6f, heavy). Off 9 months ahead of this chase debut but each-way shout if he takes to fences. Progressive handicap hurdler last season, should make a useful novice chaser in due course.
6 4th (6) (8/1 +0%) Kiki Badger	8 8/1(+0%)	(6) Kiki Badger 8/1, Promising sort. Fairly useful winner at 16f over hurdles. Third of 9 in novice chase (9/1) at Galway (18.5f, soft) on debut over fences 26 days ago. Tongue strap back on and should make his presence felt. Bumper/hurdles winner, fair third on first chase attempt at Galway, more on his plate now.
3 5th (3) (14/1 +44%) Captains Nephew	14 14/1(+44%)	(3) Captains Nephew 14/1, Fairly useful hurdler. Twelfth of 17 in handicap hurdle (25/1) at Listowel (16f, soft) 15 days ago. Significant step forward needed now switched to fences. Unplaced in three handicap hurdle outings since wide-margin maiden win at Clonmel.
9 6th (9) (16/1 -33%) Stilyker	16 16/1(-33%)	(9) Stilyker 16/1, Fairly useful hurdler. Possibly amiss when pulled up in handicap hurdle at Bellewstown (20.4f, good, 11/2) 38 days ago. Makes chase debut. Two handicap hurdle wins at a relatively modest level since joining yard, others preferred.
5 7th (5) (40/1 -100%) Invictus Machin	40 40/1(-100%)	(5) Invictus Machin 40/1, Lightly-raced winner over hurdles. Seventeenth of 20 in handicap hurdle at this course (20.4f, good to soft, 18/1). Off 6 months and improvement needed now tackling the larger obstacles. One of four in the race for his trainer, not in the same league as My Mate Mozzie.
8 8th (8) (66/1 -164%) Presenting Lad	66 66/1(-164%)	(8) Presenting Lad 66/1, Fairly useful hurdler. Fairly useful winner at 17f over hurdles. Third of 8 in novice chase (16/1) at Sligo (17.6f, heavy) on debut over fences 10 days ago. Has won twice over hurdles since July, 5l behind Mister Wilson on chase debut at Sligo.
11 9th (11) (20/1 +20%) Tullypole Annie	20 20/1(+20%)	(11) Tullypole Annie 20/1, Fairly useful hurdler. Latest win in hurdle at Leopardstown in December. Will need to improve for the switch to fences if she's to make a winning debut for her new yard. Useful hurdler, pulled-up in big handicaps on final two starts last term, change of stable.
1 \|U\| (1) (20/1 -122%) Annexation	20 20/1(-122%)	(1) Annexation 20/1, Promising type. 9/2, fifth of 9 in novice chase at Galway (18.5f, soft) on debut over fences 26 days ago. Open to improvement in this sphere. 130-rated hurdler, needs to step up considerably from chase debut at Galway last month.
12 10th (12) (28/1 -75%) Mister Wilson	28 28/1(-75%)	(12) Mister Wilson 28/1, Promising sort. Fair winner at 16f over hurdles. Second of 8 in novice chase at Sligo (17.6f, heavy, 12/1) on debut over fences 10 days ago, no match for winner. Open to progress. Flat/hurdles winner, ran well on chase debut, My Mate Mozzie is trainer's number one here.
13 11th (13) (125/1 -89%) Pont Audemer	125 125/1(-89%)	(13) Pont Audemer 125/1, Fair hurdler. Fair winner at 16f over hurdles. 16/1, fifth of 8 in novice chase at Sligo (17.6f, heavy) on debut over fences 10 days ago. Flat and hurdles winner, tailed off on chasing debut at Sligo, will need more experience.
2 12th (2) (150/1 -127%) Astrophysicist	150 150/1(-127%)	(2) Astrophysicist 150/1, Fair hurdler. Below form tenth of 17 in handicap (13/2) at Gowran (9.6f, heavy). Poor on last hurdle run and hard to fancy on this chase debut. Failed to win in 14 races over hurdles, will need to obtain a handicap mark.

LTO Selection:

13:55 Fairyhouse Maiden Chase 16f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

It is going to be very interesting to see MY MATE MOZZIE going over fences this season. Gavin Cromwell's charge has compiled a very solid sequence of results over flights and on the Flat. This former Grade 3 winner over hurdles finished third in this year's Galway Hurdle and was fifth in the competitive Irish Cesarewitch at the Curragh last month. There should be plenty to come from him over the bigger obstacles. Hgranca De Thaix is a fair horse over hurdles as shown when winning by 17 lengths at Galway a year ago. He hasn't been out since finishing third in a Grade B handicap hurdle at Punchestown on New Year's Eve, but is sure to be well schooled for fences coming from Barry Connell's stable. Cromwell actually saddles four horses and his Invictus Machin should have a future over fences. Tullypole Annie could be a useful recruit for Lorna Fowler who sends her over fences for the first time.

The fact that MY MATE MOZZIE was a winner of his sole start between the flags augurs well with regard to this switch to fences and, if he does make a good shape over the obstacles, he will prove very hard to beat. The 7-y-o was a fine third in the Galway Hurdle during the summer and recently performed with credit on the Flat at The Curragh where he was fifth in the valuable Irish Cesarewitch. Annexation is taken to follow the selection home, with Kiki Badger best of the rest.

Third in the Galway Hurdle and fifth in the Irish Cesarewitch, MY MATE MOZZIE will be hard beat if he puts in an error-free round

14:05 Newmarket Stakes (Class 2) 6f - 22 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
10 1st (10) (5/1 -25%) Woodhay Wonder	5 5/1(-25%)	(10) Woodhay Wonder 5/1, Took a step forward in landing valuable 15-runner conditions event on July course here 42 days ago. That form has been franked so she's very much one to consider. Raced up the far rail to take a valuable sales race on the July course here (6f, good).
3 2nd (3) (25/1 +11%) Commander Crouch	25 25/1(+11%)	(3) Commander Crouch 25/1, Took another step forward to get off the mark on all-weather debut at Southwell (7.1f). Not disgraced when fourth of 5 in nursery at Newbury (7f, heavy) 15 days ago so possibilities. His turf form is not quite so good as AW win and all of it makes this look a stiff task.
21 3rd (21) (50/1 -100%) Grey Gray	50 50/1(-100%)	(21) Grey Gray 50/1, Fair filly who bagged her third win in 5f Chelmsford City nursery in August. Came in last of 5 there 35 days ago though so needs to get back on track. Best form gives place chance; concern arises from sole attempt at 6f and latest effort.
11 4th (11) (20/1 +0%) Drama	20 20/1(+0%)	(11) Drama 20/1, Bagged 6f novice at Windsor in August but only eleventh of 15 to Woodhay Wonder in valuable conditions event on July course here (6f, good to firm) 42 days ago. More is needed. Won novice at Windsor (6f, good); out the back when 10-1 for Woodhay Wonder's sales race.
2 5th (2) (1/1 +0%) Zoulu Chief	1 1/1(+0%)	(2) Zoulu Chief 1/1, Useful colt who posted a career best when readily making all in 16-runner nursery at York (6f, good to firm) 45 days ago. Holds leading form claims. Exciting front-runner, the clear form pick after winning 6f nurseries at Windsor and York.
15 6th (15) (28/1 +0%) Elderflower	28 28/1(+0%)	(15) Elderflower 28/1, Foaled March 3. 50,000 gns yearling, Ten Sovereigns filly. Half-sister to winner abroad by Kodiac. Dam, 7f winner, sister to very smart winner up to 1¼m Dux Scholar out of useful 11.4f winner Alumni. This is no easy ask for a newcomer. 50,000gns yearling buy; Ten Sovereigns half-sister to an Italian 6f 2yo winner.
16 7th (16) (100/1 -25%) Alfa Moonstone	100 100/1(-25%)	(16) Alfa Moonstone 100/1, Fair filly. Winner at Catterick in May. 150/1, last of 5 to Beautiful Diamond in listed race at Ayr (5f, good to soft) 15 days ago. Has plenty on again here. Won a Catterick maiden in May; finished last in three of her four starts since; up from 5f.
14 8th (14) (22/1 +21%) Lieutenant Rascal	22 22/1(+21%)	(14) Lieutenant Rascal 22/1, Fairly useful gelding. Winner at Brighton in September. 5/2, very good second of 5 in minor event at Wolverhampton (5.1f) 28 days ago so he's one for the shortlist. 1st and a good 2nd on his two runs since gelded; speedy sort over 5f, now needs to get 6f.
17 9th (17) (200/1 -33%) Majorelle Blue	200 200/1(-33%)	(17) Majorelle Blue 200/1, 50/1, fifth of 9 in minor event at Chelmsford City (6f) on her debut 35 days ago. Significantly more is required. 50-1, slowly into stride when 5th of nine in novice at Chelmsford (6f, AW), low-level form.
5 10th (5) (100/1 -25%) Darroch	100 100/1(-25%)	(5) Darroch 100/1, Again performed below his debut form when sixth of 11 in minor event (17/2) at Salisbury (6f, soft) 36 days ago. Others appeal more. Even best form makes this a very tough task; gelded since latest start.
13 11th (13) (22/1 -38%) Invincible Aura	22 22/1(-38%)	(13) Invincible Aura 22/1, Fair maiden who took his form up a notch when an excellent second of 8 in nursery at Pontefract (6f, good to soft) 9 days ago. Tongue strap on 1st time. In the mix. Needs better still but has tongue tied first time and enters place calculations.
9 12th (9) (14/1 +13%) Beenham	14 14/1(+13%)	(9) Beenham 14/1, Fairly useful filly. Winner at Goodwood in May. Stumbled start when only fourth of five in minor event at Wolverhampton (5.1f) 28 days ago. Hood back on. No forlorn hope. This first go beyond 5f is not sure to suit but her best efforts give her a place squeak.
12 13th (12) (18/1 +45%) Dubai Hills	18 18/1(+45%)	(12) Dubai Hills 18/1, Fair maiden but he came in only eleventh of 12 to Commander Crouch in nursery at Southwell (7.1f) 24 days ago. Others are preferred. 4th in sales race (6f, good to firm) won by Woodhay Wonder; ran his worst race last time.
8 14th (8) (20/1 -25%) Rich Glory	20 20/1(-25%)	(8) Rich Glory 20/1, Landed 6f novice at Nottingham in June before fair fourth of 10 in minor event at Carlisle (5.8f, good) following month. Not ruled out after a break. Won Nottingham 6f novice in June; fair, front-running fourth at Carlisle in July.
4 15th (4) (12/1 -20%) Midnite Runner	12 12/1(-20%)	(4) Midnite Runner 12/1, 5/1, left debut form well behind to get off the mark despite still having plenty to learn in 10-runner minor event at Thirsk (7f, good to soft) 28 days ago. Sure to improve further. One to consider. Huge improvement in a novice at Thirsk (good) when winning after some trouble in running.
19 16th (19) (150/1 -50%) Blenheim Star	150 150/1(-50%)	(19) Blenheim Star 150/1, Failed to progress from his debut fourth when filling same spot in maiden at Newcastle (7.1f) 11 days ago. Needs a big step forward. Fourth in 7f AW maidens at Lingfield (better effort; running on) and Newcastle; tough task.
6 17th (6) (80/1 -100%) Great Acclaim	80 80/1(-100%)	(6) Great Acclaim 80/1, Twice-raced maiden, better effort when fourth of 11 in maiden at Newbury (6f, soft) 15 days ago. Can do better still but he faces a tough task here though. Fourth of 11 in maiden at Newbury (6f, heavy) was better but this demands a lot more.
1 18th (1) (20/1 +70%) Cuban Slide	20 20/1(+70%)	(1) Cuban Slide 20/1, Wide-margin winner at Musselburgh on debut in May but hasn't kicked on since, last of 7 in nursery at Doncaster (7f, good to soft) 23 days ago. Visored for 1st time. Now tries a visor (easily best recent run was in cheekpieces) but has lots to find.
7 19th (7) (25/1 +50%) Habrdi	25 25/1(+50%)	(7) Habrdi 25/1, Went backwards from his debut when seventh of 14 in maiden at Newmarket (6f, good to firm) 57 days ago on his final run for George Boughey. Plenty more is required for his new yard. Neither of his runs for George Boughey gives him serious claims; new yard (same owner).
22 20th (22) (250/1 -25%) Priscilla's Joy	250 250/1(-25%)	(22) Priscilla's Joy 250/1, Has offered little on both her starts, last of 11 in minor event at Kempton (6f) 15 days ago. Behind at Kempton (6f, AW) last month in a maiden and novice.
18 21st (18) (250/1 -25%) Yeulan	250 250/1(-25%)	(18) Yeulan 250/1, Poor form shown thus far, tenth of 12 in minor event at Thirsk (6f, soft) 109 days ago. Has work to do. Down the field in three runs in May/June; needs a transformation.
20 22nd (20) (250/1 -25%) Caradonna	250 250/1(-25%)	(20) Caradonna 250/1, 80/1, last of 12 in minor event at Beverley (5f, heavy) on debut 11 days ago. Hard to warm to. 80-1, tailed off in novice at Beverley (5f, soft) 11 days ago.

LTO Selection:

14:05 Newmarket Stakes (Class 2) 6f Race Class Flow

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

ZOULU CHIEF has bounced back to form on his last couple of starts, with victories in the Racing League at Windsor and York's Ebor Festival, having already caused a major shock when scoring at 150/1 at Newbury on his second start. He sets the standard, especially on his Knavesmire success, and may prove a tough nut to crack. Woodhay Wonder has already won a valuable auction contest on the July Course and appears the most likely to serve it up to the selection. Midnite Runner, Rich Glory and newcomer Elderflower complete the shortlist.

ZOULU CHIEF holds the clear edge on the form of his striking York nursery win so looks very much the way to go in this valuable event. Michael Dods's improving Midnite Runner could emerge as the chief threat if, as expected, going on again from his Thirsk novice success. Woodhay Wonder is another with the form to have a say on the back of his win on the July course here, with Invincible Aura completing the shortlist.

The clear pick is ZOULU CHIEF who won two nurseries in August in fairly breathtaking fashion. Woodhay Wonder is the chief threat.

14:10 Redcar Handicap (Class 5) 10f - 14 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
14 1st (14) (25/1 +24%) Shifter	25 25/1(+24%)	(14) Shifter 25/1, Gained a first success on turf at Ayr in August. However, lesser effort when sixth of 12 in handicap (16/1) at Newcastle (1m) 11 days ago. Others preferred as he goes back up in trip. Two wins over 1m but her stamina for this trip is still to be proven.
12 2nd (12) (25/1 -127%) Lunar Landscape	25 25/1(-127%)	(12) Lunar Landscape 25/1, In first-time blinkers, run of good form halted when seventh of 8 in handicap at Chepstow (8.1f, good to firm, 11/4) 44 days ago. Back up in trip and headgear discarded on first run for yard after leaving Eve Johnson Houghton. 0-9 but showed some promise for E Johnson Houghton; no headgear for stable debut.
4 3rd (4) (3.5/1 +13%) Highwaygrey	3.5 3.5/1(+13%)	(4) Highwaygrey 3.5/1, Shaped better than the result when seventh of 11 in handicap (6/1) at this C&D (good to firm) 10 days ago, repeatedly meeting trouble from over 2f out. Well handicapped on old form and he could be ready to take advantage. Down to a tempting mark and had a torrid passage over C&D latest; dangerous at this level.
11 4th (11) (16/1 -33%) Jewel Maker	16 16/1(-33%)	(11) Jewel Maker 16/1, C&D winner in August but below form on his 3 starts since, seventh of 11 in handicap at Nottingham (10.2f, heavy, 28/1) 11 days ago. The drop back down in grade could help, though. Won a C&D handicap off this mark in August; unsighted in three runs since; risky.
13 5th (13) (11/1 -10%) Khangai	11 11/1(-10%)	(13) Khangai 11/1, Off the mark at Chepstow in June. In first-time cheekpieces, below form sixth of 10 in handicap at Doncaster (10.2f, good, 9/1) 20 days ago. Headgear now left off with regular tongue strap reapplied. More needed. Prominent racer; this trip suits best and he's feasibly treated; other pace on show though.
6 6th (6) (17/2 +6%) Leitzel	8.5 17/2(+6%)	(6) Leitzel 17/2, Back down in trip, not discredited when fourth of 10 in handicap at Sandown (10f, heavy, 14/1) 17 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Could fare better back on firmer ground. Looked promising at two; handicapper in command this year but latest run was better.
2 7th (2) (9/2 +50%) At Liberty	4.5 9/2(+50%)	(2) At Liberty 9/2, Latest win at Haydock in June. Respectable efforts on his last 2 starts, fifth of 10 in handicap (16/1) at Chelmsford City (10f) 35 days ago. Can give his running once again. On the same mark as for a narrow Haydock win in June; vulnerable to anything progressive.
8 8th (8) (9/1 -13%) Taritino	9 9/1(-13%)	(8) Taritino 9/1, Only win came at this course last year. Took step back in right direction when sixth of 11 in handicap (22/1) at Lingfield (10f, AW) 11 days ago. Has eased further in the weights and could still have more to offer at this trip. 7f winner here as a 2yo; mixed bag this year and stamina for 1m2f still to be proven.
10 9th (10) (13/2 +24%) Al Hargah	6.5 13/2(+24%)	(10) Al Hargah 13/2, Successful twice this season, with latest win at Newbury in August. Seemed unsuited by conditions when seventh of 10 in handicap at Sandown (10f, heavy, 5/1) 17 days ago. No surprise to see her bounce back. Two wins this year; below par on soft the last twice; could bounce back on better ground.
5 10th (5) (16/1 -33%) Busby	16 16/1(-33%)	(5) Busby 16/1, Stepped up on his recent run when 1¼ lengths third of 11 to the reopposing Jewel Maker in handicap (50/1) at this C&D (good to firm) 42 days ago, nearest finish. Task is now to build on his latest effort. 0-9 on turf but ran best race on grass when 3rd over C&D six weeks ago; will he repeat it?.
9 11th (9) (9/1 -50%) Contrast	9 9/1(-50%)	(9) Contrast 9/1, Won at Carlisle in July and has run at least as well when second on his last 2 starts, only narrowly denied in 10-runner handicap at Beverley (9.9f, heavy, 9/1) 17 days ago. Not taken lightly. Comes here in good form but he's edging up the weights as a result; each-way claims.
1 12th (1) (150/1 -355%) Ring Fenced	150 150/1(-355%)	(1) Ring Fenced 150/1, Opened account at Kempton in January. After 8 months off, first run since leaving Andrew Balding when last of 9 in handicap at Catterick (12.1f, heavy, 66/1) 2 weeks ago. Needs to leave her recent run well behind. Progressing for A Balding in the winter (in cheekpieces); well held on stable debut latest.
3 13th (3) (16/1 -33%) Dogged	16 16/1(-33%)	(3) Dogged 16/1, Four wins from 10 runs this year, with latest success at Ripon in August. However, below form on his 2 most recent outings, last of 5 in handicap at Haydock (10.2f, soft, 5/1) 8 days ago. Four turf wins this year but he's underperformed at Haydock the last twice; vulnerable.
7 14th (7) (12/1 +40%) Billy Roberts	12 12/1(+40%)	(7) Billy Roberts 12/1, With cheekpieces left off, not in the same form as previous outing when seventh of 15 in handicap at Newmarket (9f, good, 33/1) 2 weeks ago. Without a win this year, but he's on a workable mark with the headgear back on Three times a runner-up this year but he's a veteran now and others look more persuasive.

LTO Selection:

14:10 Redcar Handicap (Class 5) 10f Race Class Flow

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

CONTRAST has racked up consecutive second-placed finishes of late and he appears primed to offer another bold bid. Michael and David Easterby's runner was running on strongly last time when only denied by a neck over 1m2f at Beverley and, despite being raised 1lb for that effort, he can go one better. Highwaygrey hasn't run off a mark this low since 2020 and he should be taken very seriously, while Lunar Landscape is another to consider.

A competitive-looking handicap, with preference for HIGHWAYGREY who looked unlucky not to finish closer having repeatedly met trouble at this C&D last time. He is taken to see off the challenge of Contrast, who produced his best effort of the season when runner-up at Beverley on his latest outing, with Al Hargah another who enters calculations.

Al Hargah can go well back on a sound surface but HIGHWAYGREY could find this race setting up favourably for him.

14:15 Fontwell Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 26f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
2 1st (2) (4/1 +20%) Imperial B G	4 4/1(+20%)	(2) Imperial B G 4/1, Fair bumper winner but he's struggled to match that form over hurdles, off the track since beating only one at Warwick in May. Needs to hit the ground running but yard's record with inmates from a break is a good one. Good second in April; tailed off next time; could run well for yard in good form.
7 2nd (7) (4.5/1 +50%) Stiletto	4.5 4.5/1(+50%)	(7) Stiletto 4.5/1, Modest on the Flat (down the field at Bath in August) but has shown some aptitude for hurdling, fourth in handicap company at Uttoxeter 3 weeks ago (23.3f). Didn't look totally straightforward in the process and this trip isn't sure to suit, Chances on last month's fourth but 0-19 in career and needs to prove himself.
5 3rd (5) (6.5/1 +35%) Hilltown	6.5 6.5/1(+35%)	(5) Hilltown 6.5/1, Fortunate winner at Plumpton (25f, soft) in April. Fourth place both outings since and not yet exposed on return to action. Won off this mark in April but not at that level in two runs the following month.
3 4th (3) (5/1 +29%) Astroman	5 5/1(+29%)	(3) Astroman 5/1, Belatedly off the mark (fortunate winner) in maiden hurdle at Stratford in May and followed up under a penalty back in a handicap over C&D. Looked in the grip of the assessor since. Two wins in May and return to good or quicker ground could see him back to his best.
4 5th (4) (9/4 -13%) San Pedro	2.25 9/4(-13%)	(4) San Pedro 9/4, Aided by first-time cheekpieces when opening his account over hurdles at Lingfield (23f) in February and he went in again over this C&D when last seen in May. Since left Paul Henderson and joined a yard with a really positive record with new recruits. C&D winner when last seen in May; only 3lb higher and has a good shout on stable debut.
6 6th (6) (18/1 -13%) Corrany	18 18/1(-13%)	(6) Corrany 18/1, Has struggled over fences lately but a return to hurdles seemed to have sparked a revival when third at Stratford in July. Ran no sort of race over the larger obstacles when last seen in August but slightly more reliable over timber. 1-28 in career and that came over fences; pulled up on latest start.
1 7th (1) (8/1 -167%) Global Famenglory	8 8/1(-167%)	(1) Global Famenglory 8/1, Maiden but fitted with cheekpieces and found only one too good in 4-runner novice at Warwick in May. Off the track since and tackles a new trip but she's in top hands. Consistent and runner-up five times over hurdles; yet to win and doubts until he does.
8 \|PU\| (8) (100/1 -52%) Mawlood	100 100/1(-52%)	(8) Mawlood 100/1, Dual hurdles winner in 2021 but little to shout about since, both in this sphere and over fences. Long way out of the weights. Out of form and 13lb out of the weights; up in trip.

LTO Selection:

14:15 Fontwell Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 26f Race Class Flow

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

SAN PEDRO was a C&D winner under similar conditions when last seen in May. Freddie Gordon negates the 3lb rise incurred for that success and if returning in a similar vein of form, he might be hard to beat. Global Famenglory has yet to taste success from nine starts over hurdles, but she boasts a consistent profile and is unlikely to be far away. Hilltown remains capable of better for all that he does have a bit to prove on quick ground.

SAN PEDRO was a winner when last seen in the spring and having since transferred to an excellent stable it would come as no surprise were he to pick up where he left off. Global Famenglory is a threat if her stamina holds out, with Imperial B G another to consider back from a break.

With the ground likely to be in his favour, ASTROMAN could return to his best.

14:20 Curragh Handicap 12f - 16 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
7 1st (7) (11/2 +45%) Pachmena	5.5 11/2(+45%)	(7) Pachmena 11/2, One win from 36 Flat runs. Good second of 12 in handicap at Down Royal (12.8f, soft, 6/1) 12 days ago, making effort earlier than ideal. On a handy mark if she can build on that here. Losing run since November 2020 but went close at Down Royal latest; well treated.
10 2nd (10) (4/1 +27%) Narlita	4 4/1(+27%)	(10) Narlita 4/1, 10/3, career best when winning 12-runner handicap at Bellewstown (12.1f, heavy) 9 days ago, produced to lead final 100 yds and pushed out. Not taken lightly. Career best when winning 1m4f h'cap on heavy last week; 5lb rise in deeper race.
5 3rd (5) (11/2 +8%) Van Demon	5.5 11/2(+8%)	(5) Van Demon 11/2, Lightly-raced winner. 7/2, career best when winning 12-runner maiden at Cork (12f, good to soft) 38 days ago, always holding on. Tongue strap on 1st time and respected making handicap debut. Went close on AW before making all in Cork maiden in August; fair mark for h'cap debut.
11 4th (11) (16/1 -33%) Plains Indian	16 16/1(-33%)	(11) Plains Indian 16/1, Useful jumps winner who has offered something to work on in trio of maidens in this sphere. In better heart than recent form figures suggest over fences and he could well have more to offer now handicapping in this code. Ran okay when 7th in Galway maiden when last seen on Flat; needs progress to defy mark.
3 5th (3) (10/1 +17%) Let Her Loose	10 10/1(+17%)	(3) Let Her Loose 10/1, 4 wins from 9 runs this year. Latest win at Catterick in August. 9/4, good second of 5 in handicap at Catterick (13.9f, soft) 25 days ago. Looks competitive on form. 8-time winner over this trip; only beaten a neck last month; gets on well with this jockey.
8 6th (8) (6/1 -9%) Whatcouldhavebeen	6 6/1(-9%)	(8) Whatcouldhavebeen 6/1, Ended last season on the up, gaining second success in this sphere with an authoritative display at Galway 12 months ago. Developed into a useful hurdler thereafter (runner-up in Grade 1 company) and not underestimated on return to action. Won twice on Flat last year; needs career best here but that's not out of the question.
13 7th (13) (40/1 -21%) Kottayam	40 40/1(-21%)	(13) Kottayam 40/1, Fairly useful bumper/Flat winner for Willie Mullins but fairly low-key efforts for present stable so far this term for Anthony Mullins. Starts out for another new yard now. Won Tramore maiden on Flat; struggled in h'caps; may not want shorter trip.
1 8th (1) (7/1 -75%) Vischio	7 7/1(-75%)	(1) Vischio 7/1, 2 wins from 5 runs this year. Latest win at Ballinrobe in July. 16/1, good second of 12 in handicap at Listowel (12f, soft) 16 days ago, running on. In the mix again with Jody Townend an eye-catching booking. Bounced back to something like her best at Listowel latest; potential front-runner here.
15 9th (15) (14/1 +44%) Folly Beach	14 14/1(+44%)	(15) Folly Beach 14/1, Winner at Leopardstown (15F) in July. Ninth of 14 in handicap (4/1) at Sligo (13.2f, good to soft) 59 days ago, headed under 2f out and weakening. Better showing not ruled out dropped in trip. 1m7f winner on penultimate start; not in same form latest and 5lb wrong here.
2 10th (2) (33/1 -65%) Vultan	33 33/1(-65%)	(2) Vultan 33/1, 20/1, eleventh of 12 in handicap at Listowel (12f, soft) 16 days ago, ridden from 3f out and weakening. Previous Galway effort contained promise so he'd be worthy of note if the market spoke in his favour. No wins on the Flat for over two years and struggled at Listowel last month.
6 11th (6) (66/1 -32%) In Favour	66 66/1(-32%)	(6) In Favour 66/1, Twelve runs since last win in 2019. 50/1, below form eighth of 13 in handicap at Dundalk (12f) 15 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. Others more persuasive. Unplaced in 10 starts for this yard and well held on AW last month; remains best watched.
9 12th (9) (11/2 -10%) Beautiful Chaos	5.5 11/2(-10%)	(9) Beautiful Chaos 11/2, 9/4, good second of 7 in handicap at Tramore (12f, good) 24 days ago, running on. Nicely clear of remainder then and she's expected to be bang there. Narrowly denied in last 2 starts; only up 2lb and has experienced rider on board.
4 13th (4) (11/1 +45%) Molly's Gamble	11 11/1(+45%)	(4) Molly's Gamble 11/1, Dual winner at upto 11.2f for Denise Foster last year. Mixed bag on Flat this term and whilst he offered something to work on when fifth on yard/hurdles bow at Listowel (2m) 14 days ago, others make more appeal returned to the level. Both wins at Killarney; looks harshly treated on this season's Flat form.
16 14th (16) (125/1 -25%) Patrick Joseph	125 125/1(-25%)	(16) Patrick Joseph 125/1, Remains a maiden after 36 Flat runs. 50/1, creditable seventh of 14 in handicap at Clonmel (16.6f, good) 30 days ago. Back down in trip AND RATES ONE TO TAKE ON FOR WIN PURPOSES AGAIN. 46-race maiden; out of form of late and a long way out of the weights here.
17 15th (17) (100/1 +0%) Encore De Mer	100 100/1(+0%)	(17) Encore De Mer 100/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Eighth of 15 in handicap at Killarney (8.1f, good to soft, 40/1). Off 144 days. Significantly back up in trip. First run for yard after leaving J. G. Murray. Hooded for 1st time. Has achieved little in five runs so far and a long way out of the weights here; hood on.
14 16th (14) (50/1 -100%) Kingsofthemidlands	50 50/1(-100%)	(14) Kingsofthemidlands 50/1, 28/1, seventh of 15 in handicap hurdle at Gowran (16f, heavy) 8 days ago. Modest on the Flat, below form on last Flat run. Chance on old form. Struggled over this trip when last seen on the Flat; 4lb wrong for this.

LTO Selection:

14:20 Curragh Handicap 12f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

There is a lot to like about the chance held by Whatcouldhavebeen as she reverts to the level for the first time since winning at Galway off 8lb lower last October. Her strong hurdles form only boosts her profile. However, PACHMENA has been placed over C&D twice before now and, given she has been given a live chance by the handicapper, this could be her day to shine. Let Her Loose, Narlita and Plains Indian are also considered.

Plenty arrive with claims, including BEAUTIFUL CHAOS who was seen off only by another in-form sort at Tramore 24 days ago (the pair nicely clear), and with her very capable pilot taking off a handy 3 lb, she could be the answer. Vischio similarly arrives in good nick and is feared under Jody Townend, with Van Demon and Whatcouldhavebeen others fancied to feature in an interesting contest.

LET HER LOOSE arrives in good form with three wins since the start of August and she was only narrowly denied last month

14:25 Ascot Group 3 (Class 1) 12f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
3 1st (3) (10/3 +33%) Al Qareem	3.333333 10/3(+33%)	(3) Al Qareem 10/3, Group 2 Prix Chaudenay winner the highlight of an excellent 3-y-o campaign and right back to his very best on the back of 6 months off when landing listed race at Chester 3 weeks ago. Displayed a really willing attitude and that will continue to hold him in good stead. Layoff before Listed win at Chester (1m4f) three weeks ago, which was career-best form.
1 2nd (1) (4/1 +0%) Israr	4 4/1(+0%)	(1) Israr 4/1, Progressed in handicaps last season, winning at Newbury and Doncaster, and has taken form to another level this term, resuming winning ways in Group 2 at Newmarket in July. Penalised and too free to make an impact behind Bay Bridge at Kempton and must concede weight all round again. This is easier. Rivals below form when he won Newmarket Group 2 in July; thereabouts on other 2023 form.
8 3rd (8) (9/1 +0%) Postileo	9 9/1(+0%)	(8) Postileo 9/1, Lightly raced for a 6-y-o and took a big step forward on previous form fitted with cheekpieces when a commanding winner of a Hamilton handicap in October. Well worth a shot at this level. Back to 1m4f for handicap win at Hamilton in first-time cheekpieces; e-w contender on that.
5 4th (5) (40/1 +20%) Euchen Glen	40 40/1(+20%)	(5) Euchen Glen 40/1, Useful handicapper and a credit to connections for all he's on a long losing run. Excellent effort over insufficient 10f at Ayr but this no easy task on these terms. Won this in 2020 (York); not the force of old despite some bold shows in handicaps lately.
2 5th (2) (11/10 +12%) Al Aasy	1.1 11/10(+12%)	(2) Al Aasy 11/10, Very talented and been a revelation returned to 10f this term, typically going about things in an easy manner but no questioning his attitude as he won 7-runner Rose of Lancaster Stakes at Haydock. Stuck to his task when second in Paddy Power Stakes last time and he's the one to beat on these terms. Both wins this summer at about 1m2f but he ran on strongly when 2nd over 1m4f latest start.
7 6th (7) (25/1 -25%) L'Astronome	25 25/1(-25%)	(7) L'Astronome 25/1, Smart performer in 2022 when winner of 3 races, including Prix Hocquart at Longchamp, and good fifth to Onesto in Grand Prix de Paris on same course. Ended time for Francis-Henri Graffard in disappointing fashion but tongue tied and excellent start for Hugo Palmer behind Al Qareem in listed company. Yard debut when two and a half lengths behind Al Qareem at levels in Chester Listed race.
4 7th (4) (20/1 -82%) Claymore	20 20/1(-82%)	(4) Claymore 20/1, Quickly made up into a smart colt in 2022, the highlight of which was his success in the Group 3 Hampton Court at Royal Ascot (1¼m, good to firm) last June. Reportedly bled on May's return to action and off again since so he has a lot to prove. Off 306 days before tailed off this May, bleeding from the nose; new trip; lightly raced.
6 8th (6) (50/1 -79%) Fortino	50 50/1(-79%)	(6) Fortino 50/1, Successful 8 times in Chile, 4 of them Grade 1s. Didn't look at home on the AW starting out for top yard last month and this will reveal more back on turf in cheekpieces. Group 1 wins in Chile; 10-1, last of seven for Group 3 at Kempton (1m4f, AW) last month.

LTO Selection:

14:25 Ascot Group 3 (Class 1) 12f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 1 race.

This looks a good opportunity for AL AASY to get back to winning ways. The son of Sea The Stars was a touch unlucky not to land a hat-trick of victories in the Paddy Power Stakes at Leopardstown last month and he can go one better on a track that suits. Israr's best efforts put him very close to the selection meaning Shadwell hold a very strong hand, while Al Qareem bounced right back to his best at Chester last time and won't go down without a fight.

AL AASY wasn't as well placed as the winner when second in the Paddy Power Stakes at Leopardstown so that has to go down as another sound effort. He's established as a notch above most of these and is expected to quickly regain the winning thread in receipt of 2 lb from Israr. Of the others, Postileo deserves a crack at a race like this such was the impression he created at Hamilton.

Al Aasy looks sure to go well but slight preference is for AL QAREEM who could build on his 1m4f Chester win.

14:30 Fairyhouse Maiden Chase 22f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
3 1st (3) (5/4 +17%) Flanking Maneuver	1.25 5/4(+17%)	(3) Flanking Maneuver 5/4, Smart chaser. 11/2, below form 28 lengths third of 7 to Journey With Me in Gr 3 chase at Naas (20f, soft) when last seen in March. Very much the one to beat with his sights lowered here. Useful hurdler was fine third in Navan Grade 2 on chasing debut; good record fresh.
2 2nd (2) (7/1 +30%) Digby	7 7/1(+30%)	(2) Digby 7/1, Fairly useful hurdler. Cheekpieces on for 1st time, creditable third of 6 in minor event hurdle at Down Royal (24f, good to soft, 11/2) 36 days ago. Makes chase debut. Rated 126 over hurdles and stays well; fair third over 3m at Down Royal; chase debut.
1 3rd (1) (25/1 +0%) Carrig Rock	25 25/1(+0%)	(1) Carrig Rock 25/1, Fairly useful hurdler. Winner in hurdle at Sligo in October. Respectable sixth of 10 in minor event hurdle (9/2) at this course (20.2f, soft). Off 10 months ahead of this chase debut. Winning pointer is rated 114 over hurdles; chase debut after 10 months off.
5 4th (5) (13/2 -44%) So Des Flos	6.5 13/2(-44%)	(5) So Des Flos 13/2, Lightly-raced winner over hurdles, successful in first-time cheekpieces (retained) in a 21f Limerick maiden when last seen in March. Intriguing candidate on chase debut. Won Limerick maiden hurdle in March over this trip and from family of useful chasers.
6 5th (6) (10/1 +38%) Verdant Place	10 10/1(+38%)	(6) Verdant Place 10/1, Fairly useful hurdler. Latest win in hurdle at Punchestown in February. Bit below form tenth of 25 in handicap hurdle (8/1) at Punchestown (23.6f, good to soft) 163 days ago. Makes chase debut. Mark Walsh prefers Genois. Progressive staying handicapper over hurdles and reached a mark of 120; chase debut.
4 6th (4) (4/1 -33%) Genois	4 4/1(-33%)	(4) Genois 4/1, Useful chaser. Creditable second of 9 in novice chase (11/4) at Listowel (22f, soft) 17 days ago. Should make his presence felt. Plenty of experience over fences and good second after eight months off at Listowel.
7 7th (7) (13/2 +28%) La Malmason	6.5 13/2(+28%)	(7) La Malmason 13/2, Lightly-raced winner over hurdles. Fairly useful winner at 20f over hurdles. Nineteenth of 25 in handicap hurdle (5/1) at Punchestown (19.8f, good to soft) 164 days ago. Makes chase debut. Rated 122 over hurdles and notable as close relative of Grade 1-winning chaser Stage Star.
8 \|PU\| (8) (200/1 +0%) Merrion Gate	200 200/1(+0%)	(8) Merrion Gate 200/1, Ocovango mare. Dam unraced half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser (stayed 2½m) Germany Calling. Pulled up all 3 starts between the flags. Pulled up in all three points; rank outsider on rules debut.

LTO Selection:

14:30 Fairyhouse Maiden Chase 22f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

SO DES FLOS looked a chaser in the making when delivering over flights at Limerick in March. He will enjoy this trip and ground and is a major contender in this competitive beginners' chase. A couple of subsequent maiden hurdle winners came out of that Limerick contest to strengthen the form. Flanking Maneuver is clearly well thought of as after he finished fourth in a Grade 1 novice hurdle at Naas in January, he took third place in graded novice chases at Navan and Naas. He is likely to be on the premises here. Genois has plenty of chasing experience and is match fit from a runner-up berth in a Listowel beginners' chase last month.

FLANKING MANEUVER's jumping went to pieces in the second half of the race when a well-held third at Naas on his final start of last season. However, he previously shaped very well indeed on his chase debut following a lengthy absence in a Navan Grade 2 and will be very hard to beat if reproducing form akin to that here. So des Flos, successful over hurdles at Limerick in March, gets the nod for forecast purposes ahead of Genois.

If he runs close to the form of his third in last season's Grade 2 Ten Up Novice Chase at Navan, FLANKING MANEUVER will be hard to beat

14:40 Newmarket Handicap (Class 2) 12f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
2 1st (2) (12/1 -243%) Vera Verto	12 12/1(-243%)	(2) Vera Verto 12/1, Showed improved form when running out an impressive winner of 12-runner handicap at Listowel (12f, soft) 16 days ago, making all. Hit with 9 lb rise but the fourth has already franked that form since. 5yo who takes on some unexposed 3yos but this Irish raider won easily last time.
5 2nd (5) (13/2 +19%) Divina Grace	6.5 13/2(+19%)	(5) Divina Grace 13/2, Struck on Chepstow reappearance in June and back to winning ways when shading a tight finish at Bath (11.5f, firm) last month. Proved better than ever when following up in a higher grade over C&D last week, though was better placed than most. Made it two wins in a row when scoring over C&D last time and she's respected up 5lb.
4 3rd (4) (5/2 +17%) Queen Emma	2.5 5/2(+17%)	(4) Queen Emma 5/2, Improving Saxon Warrior filly who got off the mark at Lingfield (12f, AW) in July and followed up in a thin race on her handicap debut at Goodwood (12f, good). Went down fighting in her hat-trick bid in a deeper contest at Doncaster since and can go on improving. Lightly raced 3yo who is in excellent hands to continue to progress; player.
6 4th (6) (16/5 +36%) Decoration	3.2 16/5(+36%)	(6) Decoration 16/5, Frankel filly who got off the mark at the third attempt in a Windsor maiden (10f) in July prior to finding only a similarly-progressive type too good at the same C&D on handicap debut. Unseated her rider at the start 9 days later at Goodwood and remains open to improvement. Lightly raced 3yo who is open to improvement now up in trip and is one to consider.
7 5th (7) (16/1 -14%) Blue Missile	16 16/1(-14%)	(7) Blue Missile 16/1, Is presumably not the easiest to train but ran respectably when fifth of 8 on handicap debut at Windsor (10f, good) in July and the way she kept on suggests this longer trip should be within in range. No threat on either outing this year but the step up to 1m4f is a possible positive.
9 6th (9) (11/1 +50%) Shazam	11 11/1(+50%)	(9) Shazam 11/1, Hadn't shown a great deal in her qualifying runs but is out of a Prix de l'Opera winner and showed improved form to win her first 2 starts in handicaps (10f). Proved a shade disappointing at Bath in August but quickly resumed progress back up in trip when runner-up at Yarmouth (11.5f) 17 days ago. Further improvement is needed now up in grade but that's possible from this 3yo.
1 7th (1) (13/2 -44%) Cloudbreaker	6.5 13/2(-44%)	(1) Cloudbreaker 13/2, Confirmed herself a useful performer with a creditable fourth of 19 in 12f Royal Ascot handicap in June. Ran another good race back in listed company when runner-up on the July Course the following month but more needed now returned to a handicap after a break. Progressive 1m4f form on her last two starts and could again go well after a 77-day break.
8 8th (8) (22/1 +56%) Sid's Annie	22 22/1(+56%)	(8) Sid's Annie 22/1, Has her quirks but she's well capable when in the mood, winning for the fourth time this year when seeing off 7 rivals in a 1½m handicap on the July Course in August. Creditable fourth back there next time but took little interest at Newbury 15 days ago. Tailed off last time but on soft ground; four wins this year and not written off.
3 9th (3) (9/1 -29%) Long Ago	9 9/1(-29%)	(3) Long Ago 9/1, Left debut form behind after 7 months off to land a valuable novice at Chelmsford (10f) in June. Progressed again to defy a penalty at Nottingham and run best excused when down the field in York listed race last time, seeming unfavoured by sticking towards far side. Worth another chance. Well beaten in Listed race when bidding for a hat-trick, but she retains potential.

LTO Selection:

14:40 Newmarket Handicap (Class 2) 12f Race Class Flow

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

CLOUDBREAKER has been running with plenty of credit in strong contests this season, including when fourth in both a Listed contest at Newbury won by Warm Heart and the King George V Handicap at Royal Ascot. Her latest effort saw her prove no match for Novakai on the July Course, but a return to handicap company presents her with a nice opportunity to get back to winning ways. Decoration was in good form prior to unseating her rider at Goodwood and remains open to progression. Blue Missile appears to have needed time to come to herself and her latest effort at Windsor suggested she may be heading in the right direction.

QUEEN EMMA is a rapidly-improving sort who went close to completing the hat-trick at Doncaster last month and, with the timefigure supporting the performance, she makes plenty of appeal from only 3 lb higher, especially with Dettori up. Long Ago has some strong form and is well worth another chance now going handicapping having seemingly raced on the unfavoured far side in a York listed event last time, with Decoration another to take seriously.

The William Haggas-trained 3yo QUEEN EMMA has a progressive profile and is taken to come out on top under Frankie Dettori.

14:45 Redcar Listed (Class 1) 6f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
9 1st (9) (4/7 -14%) Dragon Leader	0.571429 4/7(-14%)	(9) Dragon Leader 4/7, Won first 3 starts before finding only one too strong in 17-runner valuable sales race at Doncaster (6.5f, good to soft, 7/4) 23 days ago. The one to beat with return to bare 6f and firmer ground to suit. First (good to firm) and second (soft) in two valuable sales races; hard to knock.
7 2nd (7) (22/1 +0%) Works Of Art	22 22/1(+0%)	(7) Works Of Art 22/1, Much improved from debut when winning at Kempton in July. Matched that level when third of 5 in minor event at Chester (6.1f, good to soft, 10/3) 35 days ago, short of room over 1f out. Needs to find more. Good third in a conditions race last time but this looks even more challenging.
1 3rd (1) (9/2 +47%) Action Point	4.5 9/2(+47%)	(1) Action Point 9/2, Two wins from 5 runs this year, including listed race at Newbury in July. Ran up to his best when 3 lengths fourth of 8 to Dawn Charger in Prix Eclipse (23/10) at Chantilly (6f, good) 3 weeks ago. Can give another good account. Penalised for a Listed win but has held his own in Group races the last twice.
3 4th (3) (14/1 +58%) Balon D'Or	14 14/1(+58%)	(3) Balon D'Or 14/1, Fairly useful colt, running creditably when sixth in big-field nursery at York in August. However, below form when tenth of 17 in valuable sales race at Doncaster (6.5f, good to soft, 40/1) 23 days ago. Has work to do. No right to be reversing latest Doncaster placings with Dragon Leader or Flaccianello.
11 5th (11) (100/1 -25%) Miss Woo Woo	100 100/1(-25%)	(11) Miss Woo Woo 100/1, Off the mark at Brighton in September, but unable to reproduce that form when fourth of 11 on nursery debut at this C&D (good to firm, 12/1) 10 days ago. Looks to be up against it. Sole success in eight starts came in a very winnable maiden over 6f at Brighton.
8 6th (8) (5/1 +0%) Flaccianello	5 5/1(+0%)	(8) Flaccianello 5/1, Has won 3 of her 6 starts so far, getting back on the up when landing 6-runner nursery at Ayr (6f, good to soft, 5/2) 15 days ago. Respected for yard which has won this race twice in the last 6 runnings. 3-6 and should give her running, but held by Dragon Leader on their Doncaster clash.
10 7th (10) (250/1 -213%) Queues Likely	250 250/1(-213%)	(10) Queues Likely 250/1, Opened account at the third attempt at Windsor in June. Below form both starts since, though, 11¼ lengths sixth of 7 to Kylian in listed race at Sandown (5f, good, 100/1) in July. Cheekpieces now the choice of headgear. Windsor winner with no obvious form claims at this level.
5 8th (5) (22/1 -38%) Love Billy Boy	22 22/1(-38%)	(5) Love Billy Boy 22/1, Made a winning debut at Musselburgh in April. Respectable efforts last 2 starts, 3¾ lengths third of 6 to the reopposing Flaccianello in nursery at Ayr (6f, good to soft) 15 days ago. Improvement needed with blinkers applied. Held by a couple of these on recent form and blinkers need to bring him on.
6 9th (6) (80/1 -60%) Taygar	80 80/1(-60%)	(6) Taygar 80/1, Successful on debut at Beverley in April but hasn't built on that effort in 3 starts since, last of 6 in nursery at York (6f, good, 14/1) 27 days ago. Plenty to find on form. Would be getting weight off the majority of these in a handicap.
4 10th (4) (100/1 -52%) Jonny Concrete	100 100/1(-52%)	(4) Jonny Concrete 100/1, Promise when narrowly denied in Hamilton maiden in June but not in the same form when eighth of 12 in minor event at Newmarket (6f, good to firm, 7/2) 43 days ago. Difficult ask. Best effort was when going close on Hamilton debut; no maiden has won this in ten years.

LTO Selection:

14:45 Redcar Listed (Class 1) 6f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 1 race.

DRAGON LEADER has had a dazzling season to date and this looks a good opportunity to add to his impressive CV. Clive Cox's charge lost his unbeaten tag over the extended 6f at Doncaster last time but this looks an easier assignment and he can go one better. Flaccianello has scored on three occasions and is entitled to respect, but this would take a career-best display to claim this prize, while Action Point is rated 97 and also commands attention.

DRAGON LEADER may have lost his unbeaten record at Doncaster last time, but the return to a bare 6f and firmer ground can see him resume winning ways. He can land a second valuable event having won readily at York's Ebor meeting, with Flaccianello the main danger after her success at Ayr 15 days ago.

With Action Point penalised for a Listed win, this looks a fine opening for DRAGON LEADER to bag another big pot.

14:50 Fontwell Handicap Chase (Class 3) 18f - 4 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
2 1st (2) (10/11 +34%) Guy	0.909091 10/11(+34%)	(2) Guy 10/11, Fairly useful chaser who was in good form over hurdles during the spring, landing the odds in a Ludlow novice (15.8f, good) when last seen in May. Resumes in this sphere on an attractive mark and fact that his yard is in such good form augurs well. Finds winning difficult but goes well fresh and is on a good mark.
5 2nd (5) (10/1 -11%) Fairway Freddy	10 10/1(-11%)	(5) Fairway Freddy 10/1, Resumed winning ways off this mark at Stratford (21f) last October and found just one good in a 17f Pumpton handicap in February. Poor effort on final run of last season but could have a part to play if on-song following a 5-month break. Unpredictable but won off this mark a year ago.
4 3rd (4) (5/4 +58%) Master Dancer	1.25 5/4(+58%)	(4) Master Dancer 5/4, Winning chaser in France who made a successful British debut back over hurdles in Stratford maiden last October before finishing a good third in a Cheltenham handicap. No show both starts since but perhaps the return to fences could have a positive effect. Two good hurdle runs last season followed by two poor ones; won chase in France.
1 4th (1) (28/1 -133%) Defan	28 28/1(-133%)	(1) Defan 28/1, Dual winner over fences for Henry De Bromhead in Ireland but no impact in 4 starts this year and probably best watched on debut for new yard. Two wins in Ireland but below best in last year; bought for £10,000 recently.

LTO Selection:

14:50 Fontwell Handicap Chase (Class 3) 18f Race Class Flow

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

There would be few more deserving than GUY, who has placed in eight of his 14 starts over the larger obstacles. The gelded son of Getaway was able to record a confidence-boosting success over hurdles at Ludlow when last seen, and he is expected to build on that to make a successful return. Valentino Dancer contends on the form of his Newton Abbot victory last month but he was well beaten in a tougher race at Warwick on Thursday. Fairway Freddy is back on his last winning mark and should not be underestimated, while Defan could also have a say.

Given that he goes well fresh and with his yard in terrific form, GUY is the most appealing option. He's only managed to win one of his 14 starts over fences, but his overall record in this sphere is pretty solid and and he's 7 lb lower in the weights compared to when runner-up in a Market Rasen handicap chase on his reappearance last season. Master Dancer is worth a second look on his first chase start on these shores and is second choice ahead of Fairway Freddy.

Having won over hurdles after an absence, MASTER DANCER can do the same over fences.

14:55 Curragh Maiden 6f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
9 1st (9) (12/1 +0%) Letherfly	12 12/1(+0%)	(9) Letherfly 12/1, Foaled January 28. €30,000 yearling, Churchill filly. Dam, 5f winner who stayed 7f, half-sister to useful 2-y-o 5f winner Orlaith out of unraced half-sister to high-class winner up to 1m Toormore. Respected source so market watch advised on debut.
8 2nd (8) (4/1 +38%) Four Blondes	4 4/1(+38%)	(8) Four Blondes 4/1, Thrice-raced filly. Fifth of 13 in maiden (28/1) at Naas (5.9f, good to soft) 23 days ago, never nearer. Naas fifth her best run yet; more needed here but going the right way.
10 3rd (10) (4/1 +38%) Next Trick	4 4/1(+38%)	(10) Next Trick 4/1, Foaled April 5. 90,000 gns yearling, Bated Breath filly. Half-sister to 3 winners, including smart 8.3f-1½m winner Sea Silk Road and useful 1¼m-11.4f winner Andaleep. Half-sister to Sea Silk Road; may want further.
3 4th (3) (16/1 +11%) Auguste Lumiere	16 16/1(+11%)	(3) Auguste Lumiere 16/1, Twice-raced colt. Ninth of 19 in maiden (22/1) at this course (8f, heavy) 13 days ago. Down in trip. Safely held both previous runs here; probably more one for a nursery.
13 5th (13) (12/1 +25%) Thrifty Of Digby	12 12/1(+25%)	(13) Thrifty Of Digby 12/1, Foaled March 7. €9,000 foal, Profitable filly. Half-sister to 1½m winner Liars Corner and useful 1¾m winner Arthurian Fable. Dam unraced half-sister to US Grade 1 1¼m winner Ave. Debutante stoutly-bred on the damside, likely all the better for the experience.
11 6th (11) (4/1 -33%) Many Thanks	4 4/1(-33%)	(11) Many Thanks 4/1, Once-raced filly. Sixth of 13 in maiden at Leopardstown (7.2f, good to soft, 66/1) on debut 72 days ago. Creditable debut in hot Leopardstown maiden in July; considered here in a weaker race.
5 7th (5) (85/40 +15%) Slaney Swagger	2.125 85/40(+15%)	(5) Slaney Swagger 85/40, Promising type. 28/1, fourth of 19 in maiden at this course (8f, heavy) on debut 13 days ago. Down in trip. Should improve. Recent debut fourth won't need to improve too much to play a major role.
1 8th (1) (50/1 -100%) Valentino Express	50 50/1(-100%)	(1) Valentino Express 50/1, Twice-raced colt. 28/1, fourth of 7 in maiden at Naas (5.9f, good to soft) 23 days ago, met some trouble. Has shown ability in Naas maidens although a bit keen latest; more likely needed.
4 9th (4) (40/1 +20%) Abiding Star	40 40/1(+20%)	(4) Abiding Star 40/1, Foaled May 9. €12,000 yearling, Starspangledbanner filly. Sister to 5f winner Doux Bonheur and half-sister to 3 winners, including 5f-1m winner Fasuba and 4f-1m winner Better Value. Dam maiden sister to smart winner up to 8.5f Little White Lie. Starspangledbanner filly; newcomer best watched.
2 10th (2) (22/1 +12%) Apachetwohundred	22 22/1(+12%)	(2) Apachetwohundred 22/1, Once-raced gelding. Third of 7 in novice (50/1) at Cork (6f, good to firm) on debut 31 days ago. Open to progress. Cork debut third has been well franked since.
12 11th (12) (80/1 -21%) Mary Shoelaces	80 80/1(-21%)	(12) Mary Shoelaces 80/1, Twice-raced filly. Tenth of 13 in maiden at Cork (5f, soft, 100/1) 11 days ago. Well held both starts over 5f, can only be watched for now.
6 12th (6) (33/1 -65%) French Fizz	33 33/1(-65%)	(6) French Fizz 33/1, Foaled January 27. €33,000 yearling, Eqtidaar gelding. Dam, made frame twice at 1½m in France, half-sister to useful 6.5f/7f winner Plaisanciere. Debutant of limited appeal on breeding.
7 13th (7) (200/1 -150%) Our Major	200 200/1(-150%)	(7) Our Major 200/1, Foaled March 25. Elzaam gelding. Dam unraced. Of no appeal on breeding and can only be watched on debut.

LTO Selection:

14:55 Curragh Maiden 6f Race Speed Rating Flow

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This can go the way of FOUR BLONDES, who wasn't beaten far at Naas last month. Her third-placed finish on debut behind the talented Cherry Blossom appeals as strong form as well, and she is preferred to Slaney Swagger, who must be of interest dropping in trip after a decent debut effort over a mile here recently. The class-dropping Blame Thechampagne can also have a say, along with well-bred newcomer Next Trick.

SLANEY SWAGGER showed plenty when a close fourth in a big-field maiden here 2 weeks ago and can put that experience to good use up against interesting newcomers Next Trick and Letherfly.

Having handled softish conditions on his debut here last month SLANEY SWAGGER drops back in trip and gets the vote

15:00 Ascot Group 3 (Class 1) 6f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
4 1st (4) (5/2 +44%) Annaf	2.5 5/2(+44%)	(4) Annaf 5/2, Smart performer on the AW, completing 6f hat-trick in listed company at Lingfield in February. Some good efforts in defeat since before producing a career-best win when defying top weight in Portland at Doncaster. Form pick. Portland success is strong handicap form; ran well in the King's Stand here in June.
1 2nd (1) (11/2 -57%) Commanche Falls	5.5 11/2(-57%)	(1) Commanche Falls 11/2, Dual Stewards' Cup winner who has made his mark outside of handicaps this season, winning Curragh listed and Newbury Group 3 (both 6f) in July. Quickly resumed winning ways when defying penalty in listed race at York and needs considering. Successful in two Listed races and a Group 3 since July; better than ever; respected.
10 3rd (10) (12/1 +14%) Pink Crystal	12 12/1(+14%)	(10) Pink Crystal 12/1, Better than ever when winning 12-runner listed race at Ayr (5.5f, good to soft) 15 days ago but has work to do back at this level. Listed scorer at Ayr last time; this is a harder task but she's a consistent sort.
5 4th (5) (12/1 -71%) Juan Les Pins	12 12/1(-71%)	(5) Juan Les Pins 12/1, Hasn't looked back since joining this yard and took form to another level when runner-up in listed race at York latest. Not taken lightly if the rain stays away. Close second to Commanche Falls at York last time; should go well again.
6 5th (6) (28/1 -40%) Vadream	28 28/1(-40%)	(6) Vadream 28/1, Drew a blank in 2022 but back to her best on soft ground this spring, winning a 6f Doncaster listed and Group 3 Palace House at the Rowley Mile (first run at 5f). Well held since but did win this 2 years ago when the ground was soft. Won this race in 2021 but is ground dependent (ideally needs soft/heavy).
7 6th (7) (4/1 +20%) Dark Trooper	4 4/1(+20%)	(7) Dark Trooper 4/1, Thriving son of Dark Angel who arrives on a 5-timer after 4 handicap wins. This level demands more but he's smart now and is 2 from 2 over this C&D (last 2 starts). Progressive 3yo; successful in C&D handicaps the last twice; attractive profile.
8 7th (8) (10/1 +17%) Rumstar	10 10/1(+17%)	(8) Rumstar 10/1, Progressive 2-y-o last term, culminating in a Group 3 success over 5f at Newmarket. Best effort so far this season when fifth of 13 to Shaquille in the Commonwealth Cup at Royal Ascot but was well held in Sprint Cup (50/1) at Haydock (6f, good to firm) 28 days ago. Won the Cornwallis a year ago; not totally sold on 2023 form; others preferred.
9 8th (9) (12/1 +0%) Happy Romance	12 12/1(+0%)	(9) Happy Romance 12/1, Smart mare. Took listed event at Bath in April and right back on track when fourth of 22 in Portland Handicap at Doncaster (5.6f, good to soft). Ran as well as could have been expected in the Prix de la Foret at Longchamp last week and no forlorn hope at this level. Ties in with Annaf on Portland form; stiffer task in the Foret last Sunday.
3 9th (3) (16/1 +11%) Jumby	16 16/1(+11%)	(3) Jumby 16/1, Better than ever when winning Group 3 John of Gaunt at Haydock in June and backed that up when second in Criterion at Newmarket in July. Well below par next 2 starts, however, so opposable under a penalty. 6f scorer in 2021 but he's better known as a very useful 7f performer.
2 10th (2) (9/1 -20%) Garrus	9 9/1(-20%)	(2) Garrus 9/1, Smart gelding who took the Abernant Stakes at Newmarket (6f, good to soft) on second start this year. Runner-up in a couple of French Group 3s before not disgraced in Betfair Sprint Cup at Haydock. Not taken lightly despite penalty. Narrowly beat Commanche Falls in similar event at Newmarket in April; not dismissed.

LTO Selection:

15:00 Ascot Group 3 (Class 1) 6f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 1 race.

Commanche Falls is in marvellous form at the moment and his victory over Juan Les Pins in the Garrowby at York gives him an obvious chance in this, as that made it three wins out of his last four starts. However, a chance can be taken on the improving sprinter DARK TROOPER, who is unbeaten in his last four outings and has recorded two C&D successes to his name within those efforts. The son of Dark Angel could continue his rapid rise to strike. Garrus is more than capable at this level and also has to be considered.

ANNAF looks the one to beat having defied top weight in the Portland at Doncaster 3 weeks ago and his third in the King's Stand Stakes at the Royal Meeting confirms he handles this track. Thriving 3-y-o Dark Trooper is feared most as he bids for a 5-timer, ahead of another in-form sort Commanche Falls.

Portland winner ANNAF has a good chance at the weights and is taken to follow up. Dark Trooper is second choice

15:05 Fairyhouse Handicap Chase 24f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
8 1st (8) (22/1 -57%) Nobody Home	22 22/1(-57%)	(8) Nobody Home 22/1, Fourteen runs since last win in 2020. Third of 8 in handicap chase at Ballinrobe (19.4f, good, 18/1) 131 days ago. Back up in trip. Has a bit to find. Goes well here, yard amongst winners and fair third at Ballinrobe when last seen in May.
7 2nd (7) (7/1 +79%) Clonmeen	7 7/1(+79%)	(7) Clonmeen 7/1, Bit below form eighth of 14 in handicap chase at Listowel (20f, soft, 28/1) 15 days ago. Back up in trip. Easy to look elsewhere. Couple of decent runs last term and should be sharper for mid-field return at Listowel.
2 3rd (2) (3/1 +14%) Galon De Vauzelle	3 3/1(+14%)	(2) Galon De Vauzelle 3/1, Twelve runs since last win in 2022. Good second of 8 in handicap chase at Listowel (24f, soft, 6/1) 14 days ago. Should go well again. Gone close several times in similar contests including under this rider at Listowel latest.
1 4th (1) (9/1 -29%) Old Soul	9 9/1(-29%)	(1) Old Soul 9/1, Latest win in chase at Clonmel in April. Tenth of 11 in handicap chase (4/1) at Tramore (21.6f, soft) 174 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. Latest run may have come too soon, so he should bounce back. Won beginners' chase at Clonmel but well held on handicap debut and off nearly six months.
6 \|F\| (6) (11/1 +50%) Gali Flight	11 11/1(+50%)	(6) Gali Flight 11/1, Remains a maiden after 28 NH runs. 10/1, last of 8 in handicap chase at Downpatrick (23.5f, soft) 22 days ago. Plenty to find on form. Long-standing maiden and was well behind C'est Quelqu'un at Downpatrick last month.
4 \|PU\| (4) (4/1 +27%) Sweet Will	4 4/1(+27%)	(4) Sweet Will 4/1, Promising sort. Pulled up in handicap hurdle (18/1) at Kilbeggan (24.2f, good to soft) 148 days ago, headed again after 3 out. Switches from hurdles to chase. Remains with potential in this sphere. Stays well; went close in 2m5f chase here in January; needs to recapture form after break.
5 \|PU\| (5) (5/2 +0%) C'est Quelqu'un	2.5 5/2(+0%)	(5) C'est Quelqu'un 5/2, 2 wins from 4 runs this season. 11/10, didn't need to improve to win 8-runner handicap chase at Downpatrick (23.5f, soft) 22 days ago, battling well. Worth a chance to complete the hat-trick. Has improved since joining yard; dead-heated at Downpatrick, fourth won since; 7lb higher.
3 \|PU\| (3) (8/1 -78%) Goodnightngodbless	8 8/1(-78%)	(3) Goodnightngodbless 8/1, Latest win in chase at Wexford in May. 5/1, good second of 11 in handicap chase at Kilbeggan (24.4f, good to soft) 56 days ago, clear of rest. One to consider. Strong stayer; consistent since winning at Wexford in May and goes well for this rider.

LTO Selection:

15:05 Fairyhouse Handicap Chase 24f Race Speed Rating Flow

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SWEET WILL looks well handicapped over fences. He is rated some 14lb lower over fences than hurdles and the last time he raced in this sphere he travelled well to close three out in Navan where he unseated his rider. There are races in him off this mark of 110. Galon De Vauzelle is inching up the weights by virtue of five placed efforts in a row over fences, but Tiernan Power Roche's 7lb claim should keep him more than competitive. The pair lost a battle in Listowel by half a length, but they were two lengths clear of the third home who came out and won at Killarney. C'est Quelqu'un is certainly going the right way since landing in Ireland. He won over hurdles and fences in Britain and began his Irish career with a pair of runner-up spots in handicap hurdles before winning two handicap chases (including a dead-heat in Downpatrick). He's just the sort of recruit Gordon Elliott is capable of running a sequence up with.

C'EST QUELQU'UN showed a good attitude to prevail at Downpatrick last time and he's on the up, so he's worth a chance to complete the hat-trick at the possible expense of Galon de Vauzelle. Goodnightgodbless is another one to consider.

The consistent GALON DE VAUZELLE is due a turn over fences and may get it, the form of his Listowel second having been boosted since

15:15 Newmarket Group 1 (Class 1) 8f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
3 1st (3) (10/11 +0%) Inspiral	0.909091 10/11(+0%)	(3) Inspiral 10/11, Very smart filly who looked better than ever when recording fourth career Group 1 in Prix Jacques le Marois at Deauville last time (for second year running). Won the Fillies' Mile over this C&D at 2 yrs and obvious claims. Not ultra-reliable but this four-time Group 1 winner has leading claims if at her best.
4 2nd (4) (10/3 +17%) Mqse De Sevigne	3.333333 10/3(+17%)	(4) Mqse De Sevigne 10/3, Thriving filly from France who is seeking a hat-trick of Group 1s having won the Prix Rothschild/Prix Jean Romanet at Deauville in recent months. Closely matched with Inspiral on those efforts so bold bid expected. Improved form to win Group 1s at Deauville the last twice; entitled to lots of respect.
2 3rd (2) (6/1 +25%) Heredia	6 6/1(+25%)	(2) Heredia 6/1, Won her first 4 starts, notably the Sandringham Handicap at Royal Ascot in 2022. Has returned in good order and better than ever when resuming winning ways in listed race at Haydock. Backed that up when swooping late in Group 3 at Sandown but more needed at this level. Listed/Group 3 wins the last twice; something to find but can give another good account.
7 4th (7) (16/1 +11%) Coppice	16 16/1(+11%)	(7) Coppice 16/1, Landed Sandringham at Royal Ascot (8f) in June and belatedly backed up when winning listed event over C&D last week. Only fifth of 8 in the Falmouth when tried at this level in the summer, however. Recent Listed win over C&D; could have more to offer but needs sizeable leap forward today.
8 5th (8) (15/2 +6%) Meditate	7.5 15/2(+6%)	(8) Meditate 15/2, Last season's Albany winner who signed off her 2-y-o campaign with victory in the Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies Turf. Limitations somewhat exposed when chasing home Tahiyra in 4 of her 5 starts this season, however, and others appeal more. Needs other to underperform if she's to win but every chance she'll make the frame again.
5 6th (5) (33/1 -50%) Random Harvest	33 33/1(-50%)	(5) Random Harvest 33/1, Progressive last season, culminating in Group 3 victory at Milan, and has shown even better form this term, making all in the Valiant Fillies' Stakes at Ascot in July. Struggled in Group 2 at Goodwood since, however, and will find this tough. Group 3 winner; others have better form but this course should suit her prominent style.
6 7th (6) (50/1 -52%) Roman Mist	50 50/1(-52%)	(6) Roman Mist 50/1, Likeable mare who proved as good as ever when resuming winning ways in Group 3 at Dresden (7f, good) 2 weeks ago but was over 3 length behind Heredia in Group 3 at Sandown the time before and likey to find a few too strong at this level. Group 3 win in Germany a fortnight ago but likely to be up against it in this Group 1.
1 8th (1) (66/1 -32%) Goldana	66 66/1(-32%)	(1) Goldana 66/1, Useful filly who won a Group 3 at the Curragh on return. Similar form in defeat since and has a good deal to find with the principals. Group 3 winner in April but beaten three times since and likely to come up short once more.

LTO Selection:

15:15 Newmarket Group 1 (Class 1) 8f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 1 race.

INSPIRAL was back to her brilliant best when claiming a second Prix Jacques le Marois victory at Deauville. That was a fourth Group 1 success for this daughter of Frankel, one of which came over C&D in the 2021 Fillies' Mile, and she still has plenty more to offer. French raider Mqse De Sevigne is already a dual winner at the highest level so has to be feared, while last year's Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies Turf winner Meditate also enters calculations after a more encouraging fourth in the Matron. The supplemented Heredia is the pick of the rest.

MQSE DE SEVIGNE and Inspiral are very closely matched on Timeform ratings so the former looks the value call for a yard that won this in 2015 with Esoterique. Heredia did well to win the Atlanta Stakes at Sandown 5 weeks ago and is best of the others.

The French challenger Mqse De Sevigne is a danger but INSPIRAL is taken to post her fifth Group 1 victory.

15:20 Redcar Stakes (Class 4) 7f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
9 1st (9) (2.75/1 -10%) Volterra	2.75 2.75/1(-10%)	(9) Volterra 2.75/1, Promising type. Third of 11 in minor event at Ayr (7.2f, good to soft, 5/4) 16 days ago. That didn't represent a step forward compared to his promising York debut but he remains open to improvement and is high on the list here. Close up behind Zain Blue at York; beaten fav since but in a messy race.
1 2nd (1) (7/2 +30%) Gressington	3.5 7/2(+30%)	(1) Gressington 7/2, Won 9-runner minor event at Southwell (7.1f, 3/1) on debut 31 days ago, well on top at the finish. More will be needed under a penalty here but he's clearly promising and is open to improvement. Debut winner at Southwell; he'll do well to concede a penalty to some of these.
7 3rd (7) (5/1 +0%) Speeding Bullet	5 5/1(+0%)	(7) Speeding Bullet 5/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Fifth of 11 in minor event at Leicester (7f, soft, 13/2) 25 days ago. Solid each-way chance. Close up in both starts since stepped up to 7f; looks to have more on his plate here.
11 4th (11) (5/2 +0%) Zain Blue	2.5 5/2(+0%)	(11) Zain Blue 5/2, Twice-raced maiden. Second of 14 in maiden at York (7f, good to firm, 11/2) 43 days ago, with the re-opposing Volterra ½-length adrift in fourth. Major player. The form of both his seconds has worked out well and he has held Group entries.
10 5th (10) (16/1 +0%) Wait And Hope	16 16/1(+0%)	(10) Wait And Hope 16/1, Foaled March 7. 72,000 gns yearling, Calyx gelding. Half-brother to several winners, including smart 5f winner Raasel and useful 7f winner Star Jewel. Dam 2-y-o 5f winner. Yard no stranger to success with newcomers and he's one to note in the betting. Already gelded but useful pedigree and from a strong 2yo operation.
2 6th (2) (50/1 -25%) Beale Street	50 50/1(-25%)	(2) Beale Street 50/1, Foaled March 1. Zoffany gelding. Half-brother to 5f winner Zoom Star. Dam unraced. Yard can ready a newcomer but he's up against several promising types with experience on their side, so will need to be pretty decent in order to make a winning debut. Second foal; half-brother to 5f winner Zoom Star (RPR 62); already gelded.
5 7th (5) (12/1 +14%) King Of Luck	12 12/1(+14%)	(5) King Of Luck 12/1, Twice-raced maiden. Ninth of 14 in minor event at Kempton (7f, 6/1) 29 days ago. Will need to settle better if he's to make an impact in this contest. Could be one who comes into his own next season when handicapping.
3 8th (3) (25/1 -108%) Desert Rhapsody	25 25/1(-108%)	(3) Desert Rhapsody 25/1, Twice-raced maiden. 50/1, sixth of 13 in minor event at Kempton (7f) 15 days ago. In good hands and will probably come into his own in handicaps in due course. Showed more second time out at Kempton (7f AW) but was only midfield.
8 9th (8) (100/1 -400%) Stanley Street	100 100/1(-400%)	(8) Stanley Street 100/1, Once-raced maiden. Fifth of 10 in minor event at Thirsk (7f, good to soft, 12/1) on debut 28 days ago. That experience won't be wasted on him and likely to do better in time. 12-1 when midfield at Thirsk (7f, good) and this looks a stronger race than that.
12 10th (12) (300/1 -20%) Tigla	300 300/1(-20%)	(12) Tigla 300/1, Twice-raced maiden. Last of 11 in maiden (300/1) at Doncaster (7f, good to soft) 22 days ago. Readily passed over. Down the field in maidens over similar distances at Beverley (good) and Doncaster (soft).
6 11th (6) (200/1 -33%) Papagrey	200 200/1(-33%)	(6) Papagrey 200/1, Twice-raced maiden. 150/1, ninth of 11 in minor event at Ayr (7.2f, good to soft) 16 days ago, slowly away. Probably more one for handicaps further down the line. Beaten 10l+ in races at Carlisle (6f) and Ayr (7f); no appeal in a race of this nature.
4 12th (4) (100/1 -100%) Emmemmcee	100 100/1(-100%)	(4) Emmemmcee 100/1, Foaled March 16. Mayson gelding. Dam, winner up to 1¼m (2-y-o 7f winner), half-sister to useful winner up to 1m Isla Kai. Likely to come on for the run. Dam 7f-1m2f winner (including 2yo) and half-sister to the stable's useful Isla Kai.

LTO Selection:

15:20 Redcar Stakes (Class 4) 7f Race Class Flow

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

York's Convivial Maiden has already produced four subsequent winners and ZAIN BLUE, a close second in that traditionally strong Knavesmire contest, has a golden opportunity to enhance the statistics. The Ralph Beckett-trained colt takes a big drop in class and gets the nod ahead of Convivial fourth Volterra after his surprise defeat at Ayr last month. This is deeper than the Southwell novice Gressington won on debut, so potential improver Stanley Street rates best of the rest.

VOLTERRA was just behind Zain Blue, who had the benefit of previous experience, when a promising fourth on debut in a valuable York maiden in August. Kevin Ryan's charge failed to build on that at Ayr next time but again shaped well nonetheless and is taken to make it third time lucky. Zain Blue should again be in the thick of things and rates the clear main danger ahead of Gressington, who has more on his plate than when making a winning debut at Southwell but he's clearly talented.

Unless there's money around for the newcomer Wait And Hope, this should concern VOLTERRA and Zain Blue.

15:25 Fontwell Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 19f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
6 (6) (9/4 +18%) Doc Mccoy	2.25 9/4(+18%)	(6) Doc Mccoy 9/4, Impressive winner on sole start in points and displayed fairly useful form when placed all 3 outings in bumpers last season. Upped in trip for hurdles debut and that seems sure to suit on pedigree. Three solid hurdle runs last season and capable of making an impact on hurdle debut.
3 1st (3) (11/4 -22%) Cape Vidal	2.75 11/4(-22%)	(3) Cape Vidal 11/4, Disappointing twice after his successful bumper debut but got his career back on track sent hurdling when second in a Plumpton maiden (20.5, soft) in April. Should improve and has leading claims on return. Bumper winner; second on hurdle debut in April; sets the standard.
1 2nd (1) (10/3 +72%) Baltray	3.333333 10/3(+72%)	(1) Baltray 10/3, Offered something to work on when third in a Limerick bumper only outing for D. Hassett in December. Has since joined Emma Lavelle. Ran well when third in an Irish bumper last December; could figure on stable/hurdle debut.
2 3rd (2) (7/2 +13%) Bentley's Return	3.5 7/2(+13%)	(2) Bentley's Return 7/2, Showed fair form when reaching the frame on 3 of his 4 bumper starts last season and longer trip will suit now hurdling. Steadily progressive in bumpers last season; in the shake-up on hurdle debut.
4 4th (4) (18/1 -125%) Courtney Silver	18 18/1(-125%)	(4) Courtney Silver 18/1, Modest form at best in bumpers and matched that form when causing a surprise in 8-runner novice here (17.7f) in August, asserting late on. Will surely prove vulnerable under a penalty, though. Shock winner over shorter trip here in August; this is much tougher under a penalty.
9 5th (9) (80/1 -142%) Elpologreg	80 80/1(-142%)	(9) Elpologreg 80/1, Modest form on the first of 3 starts in bumpers and ran to a similar level when third on Stratford hurdle debut in May. More required. Moderate bumper form; third on hurdle debut in May but this is much tougher.
7 6th (7) (40/1 +0%) Ipso Falco	40 40/1(+0%)	(7) Ipso Falco 40/1, Well beaten in bumpers and has fared little better both starts over hurdles. Well beaten on first three starts and behind Courtney Silver here in August.
8 7th (8) (20/1 -167%) Double Powerful	20 20/1(-167%)	(8) Double Powerful 20/1, €1,500 3-y-o, £42,000 4-y-o, Ocovango gelding. Dam unraced. Third sole start in Irish points (Feb 26). Market should point the way on Rules debut. Form of Irish point third may be solid; worth a second look on hurdle/stable debut.
5 \|PU\| (5) (300/1 -50%) Crookbarrow	300 300/1(-50%)	(5) Crookbarrow 300/1, Well held on only start in bumpers (under Rules) and made an inauspicious start over hurdles when pulled up here in May. Easily passed over. Second in a point bumper but nothing in two starts under rules.

LTO Selection:

15:25 Fontwell Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 19f Race Class Flow

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

BENTLEY'S RETURN showed a fair level of ability in bumpers last season and the son of Mahler would not have to be anything special to make an immediate impact over hurdles. He is preferred to Cape Vidal, who found only an improver too strong at Plumpton in April. Courtney Silver must saddle a penalty for her recent course victory and is capable of being in the mix.

DOC MCCOY showed plenty in a trio of bumpers last season and, with the step up in trip sure to suit, he's taken to make a successful hurdling debut for a yard that has started the autumn well. Cape Vidal got his career back on track sent hurdling when runner-up at Plumpton in April and is open to improvement, with Bentley's Return another interesting contender.

Several bring potential but the experience of CAPE VIDAL may prove decisive.

15:30 Curragh Listed 6f - 14 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
8 1st (8) (9/4 +50%) Aussie Girl	2.25 9/4(+50%)	(8) Aussie Girl 9/4, Useful filly. Course winner. Latest win here in July. Creditable 1½ lengths fourth of 12 to Pink Crystal in listed race (9/2) at Ayr (5.5f, good to soft) 15 days ago. Nicely progressive of late on easy ground; trip/ground to suit and major player.
12 2nd (12) (5/2 +17%) Pinafore	2.5 5/2(+17%)	(12) Pinafore 5/2, Useful filly. 7/2, career best when winning 10-runner handicap at Nottingham (6.1f, heavy) 11 days ago, suited by way race developed. Ought to go close. Recent Nottingham winner on soft; highly respected yard and likely major player.
14 3rd (14) (7/1 -8%) Special Wan	7 7/1(-8%)	(14) Special Wan 7/1, Once-raced winner. 1 win from 1 run this year. Won 10-runner maiden at Leopardstown (6.5f, good to soft, 10/3) on debut 79 days ago, impressively. Open to improvement. Ready Leopardstown maiden winner has a lot more on her plate but should have more to offer.
5 4th (5) (12/1 -9%) My Eyes Adore You	12 12/1(-9%)	(5) My Eyes Adore You 12/1, Useful filly. C&D winner. Respectable 3¼ lengths third of 10 to Clounmacon in listed race (10/1) at Naas (5.9f, soft) 73 days ago. Last year's second has her ground but yard have a stronger contender in Aussie Girl.
7 5th (7) (20/1 -43%) Amazon Lady	20 20/1(-43%)	(7) Amazon Lady 20/1, Fairly useful filly. Winner at Tipperary in April. Creditable second of 7 in handicap at Down Royal (5f, soft, 4/1) 12 days ago. Career-best second in Down Royal handicap 12 days ago; first attempt at 6f.
1 6th (1) (6/1 -50%) Bells On Her Toes	6 6/1(-50%)	(1) Bells On Her Toes 6/1, Useful filly. Latest win at Galway in August. Good ¾-length second of 10 to Snapraeterea in Concorde Stakes at Tipperary (7.4f, heavy, 18/1) 6 days ago. Can make presence felt. Thriving of late on preferred softish ground; not sure if drop in trip will suit here.
3 7th (3) (17/2 +61%) Dagoda	8.5 17/2(+61%)	(3) Dagoda 17/2, Fairly useful mare. 15/2, career best when winning 11-runner handicap at this course (7f, soft) 14 days ago, well on top finish. Hat-trick seeker faces very stiff task but in rude health and handles ground.
6 8th (6) (150/1 -50%) Un Bacio Ancora	150 150/1(-50%)	(6) Un Bacio Ancora 150/1, Fair filly. Remains a maiden after 22 Flat runs. Respectable third of 8 in maidenclaimer at Dundalk (6f, 5/2) 8 days ago. Difficult ask. Penultimate C&D maiden third solid but hard to fancy on overall form.
2 9th (2) (40/1 +0%) Coumshingaun	40 40/1(+0%)	(2) Coumshingaun 40/1, Fairly useful filly. C&D winner. Latest win here in July. Cheekpieces on for 1st time, creditable 1¾ lengths second of 10 to Expressova in handicap (5/1) at Cork (6f, soft) 11 days ago. Uphill task. Handles ground but loads to find on ratings now upped in class.
10 10th (10) (100/1 -100%) Expressova	100 100/1(-100%)	(10) Expressova 100/1, Lightly-raced winner. 50/1 and tongue strap on for 1st time, career best when winning 10-runner handicap at Cork (6f, soft) 11 days ago by 1¾ lengths from Coumshingaun, responding well. Much more needed at this level. Back from year's absence for C&D handicap win 11 days ago; much stiffer task now.
11 11th (11) (20/1 -43%) Hazalaya	20 20/1(-43%)	(11) Hazalaya 20/1, Fairly useful filly. 2 wins from 6 runs this year. Tongue strap on for 1st time, career best when winning 7-runner handicap at Roscommon (7.2f, good to soft, 10/3) 33 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. Recent dual Roscommon winner over 7f; cheekpieces added now dropped in trip.
9 12th (9) (125/1 -150%) California Gem	125 125/1(-150%)	(9) California Gem 125/1, Fairly useful filly. 100/1, first run since leaving George Boughey when last of 9 in handicap at Fairyhouse (7f, good to soft) 19 days ago. All three wins in Britain came over minimum trip; hard to fancy.
13 13th (13) (25/1 -79%) Pink Sorrel	25 25/1(-79%)	(13) Pink Sorrel 25/1, Useful filly. Course winner. Winner here in July. 10/1, very good 2 lengths fourth of 8 to Salt Lake City in listed race at Killarney (8.1f, good) 44 days ago. Down in trip. Tongue strap on 1st time. Tongue tie now fitted for drop in trip and place claims if handling the ground.
4 14th (4) (28/1 -155%) Gabriella's Spirit	28 28/1(-155%)	(4) Gabriella's Spirit 28/1, Useful filly. 2 wins from 6 runs this year. Very good ½-length fourth of 8 to Twilight Jet in listed race at Tipperary (5f, good to soft, 11/1) 34 days ago. Not taken lightly. Primarily a 5f performer; legitimate stamina concerns however on this softer ground.

LTO Selection:

15:30 Curragh Listed 6f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

PINAFORE bounced back to winning ways at Nottingham on her latest start when delivering a career-best effort. That was also the first time she had encountered soft ground and there is every chance the daughter of Dark Angel may find another chunk of improvement. Aussie Girl continues to be in fine form and enters the reckoning once again following her recent fourth at Ayr. Bells On Her Toes and My Eyes Adore You appeal most of the remainder.

PINAFORE confirmed herself useful when resuming winning ways at Nottingham and is well worth a shot at this level. Bells On Her Toes was collared only close home in a similar event at Tipperary last week so is another to consider along with impressive debut winner Special Wan.

The in-form 6f specialist PINAFORE gets the vote over the more highly-rated Bells On Her Toes

15:35 Ascot Handicap (Class 2) 7f - 17 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
10 1st (10) (25/1 -25%) Atrium	25 25/1(-25%)	(10) Atrium 25/1, Found ease in weights/drop in grade liberating and bounced back to best when landing share of the spoils at Doncaster (7f, soft) in July. However, below par both starts since and while he's dangerous to completely rule out, one or two of these are more appealing. Balance of 2023 form suggests he'll come up well short.
1 2nd (1) (10/1 -18%) Popmaster	10 10/1(-18%)	(1) Popmaster 10/1, Winner over 6f here in July and just touched off by Quinault with several of these rivals behind over C&D last month. Better than ever when landing a 7f Newbury listed contest (heavy) 13 days later and, 3 lb well-in under a penalty back in handicap company, he's a must for the shortlist. Second to Quinault over C&D then won Listed event at Newbury; future mark is 3lb higher.
17 3rd (17) (10/1 +44%) Pearle D'or	10 10/1(+44%)	(17) Pearle D'or 10/1, Better than ever since refitted with a hood, scoring over C&D (good to soft) in July and added to his tally under testing conditions at Newbury 2 weeks ago. This is more demanding under a penalty but he's respected with Jim Crowley in the hot-seat. In great form but the issues are a 6lb penalty and return to forecast faster ground.
13 4th (13) (20/1 +39%) Lethal Levi	20 20/1(+39%)	(13) Lethal Levi 20/1, Yet to score this term but has posted some good efforts in defeat, including when ninth of 24 in the 6f Ayr Gold in the first-time visor (retained here) a fortnight ago. Not sure that stepping back up to this trip is what he wants, though. Useful 6f handicapper; not crying out for this return to 7f.
7 5th (7) (33/1 -65%) Rhoscolyn	33 33/1(-65%)	(7) Rhoscolyn 33/1, Dropped in the weights and back in excellent order during the summer, winning brace of 7f handicaps at Goodwood in August. Hit the target again at that Sussex venue (1m, soft) recently but more on his plate under a penalty here. Three wins at Goodwood in August/September; unfavourably treated under 6lb penalty.
9 6th (9) (28/1 -12%) Ropey Guest	28 28/1(-12%)	(9) Ropey Guest 28/1, Bagged a second success of 2023 with a career best in 19-runner handicap at York (1m, good to firm) in August. Best not to read too much into his latest effort behind Quinault over C&D (left poorly placed) but he looks vulnerable all the same. Regular in these big-field Ascot handicaps but he's yet to win here in 18 attempts.
4 7th (4) (28/1 -12%) Blue For You	28 28/1(-12%)	(4) Blue For You 28/1, Resumed winning ways in good style at York (1m, good) in July but has failed to make an impact in 3 runs since, leaving the impression that he's probably in the handicapper's grip at present. One of several representing the David O'Meara yard. Below form since York win; yet to defy a triple-digit mark.
11 8th (11) (14/1 +0%) Escobar	14 14/1(+0%)	(11) Escobar 14/1, Sixth in this race in 2021 and right back to his best when coming from off the pace to land last year's renewal off an 11 lb higher mark. 0-11 so far this season, though, and he was well down the field in the C&D handicap won by Quinault on penultimate start. Landed this race last year but has not matched that form since.
15 9th (15) (14/1 +30%) Glenfinnan	14 14/1(+30%)	(15) Glenfinnan 14/1, Well suited by the emphasis on speed when gaining his first win of the year in an 8-runner minor event over C&D (good to firm) last month. However, found out off this mark back in handicap company at Newmarket and this is not any easier. Can't be dismissed, being a recent C&D winner (penultimate outing).
5 10th (5) (11/2 +27%) Quinault	5.5 11/2(+27%)	(5) Quinault 11/2, One of the success stories of the season so far, completing a remarkable six-timer at Newmarket in July. Back on the up when narrowly seeing off Popmaster (2 lb pull) and 12 others over C&D (firm) last month and, with no rain forecast, another bold show is on the cards. Remarkable improver this term; made all over C&D last time; now 7-8 in handicaps.
16 11th (16) (16/1 -33%) Orbaan	16 16/1(-33%)	(16) Orbaan 16/1, Good fifth in the C&D Balmoral off 10 lb higher last October and, not for the first time this season, he caught the eye when putting in good late work in first-time cheekpieces (retained) at York (7f, soft) a fortnight ago. Needs considering. Engaged 3.22 Ascot Friday. 0-14 since winning over C&D on Shergar Cup day in 2022.
18 12th (18) (13/2 +35%) Hickory	6.5 13/2(+35%)	(18) Hickory 13/2, Completed hat-trick in 7f handicap at Kempton in December. Unable to add to tally in 2023 but solid efforts in C&D handicaps won by Baradar and Quinault the last twice, and likely to be in the thick of things once again if taking his chance. Engaged 3..22 Ascot Friday. Placed in the C&D handicaps won by Baradar and Quinault.
12 13th (12) (11/1 +31%) Maywake	11 11/1(+31%)	(12) Maywake 11/1, Has proved a model of consistency this year, finishing out of the frame in just one of his 9 starts since returning to action in April. Looked better than ever when scoring at Sandown (7f, good to soft) last month and couldn't rule out, for all that he's now 6 lb higher in a much tougher race. Last two attempts at 7f have resulted in emphatic wins; better than ever.
8 14th (8) (9/2 +10%) Fresh	4.5 9/2(+10%)	(8) Fresh 9/2, Solid record in big 6f/7f handicaps here in recent years and, though yet to get his head in front this season, his turn appears to be again near judged on eye-catching efforts at York and the Curragh on his last 2 starts. Very much one to consider. Mark is below 100 for first time since winning last year's C&D International; big chance.
6 15th (6) (14/1 +13%) Bless Him	14 14/1(+13%)	(6) Bless Him 14/1, Still a smart operator on his day, running well in big fields in the Royal Hunt Cup and the Bunbury Cup in the summer. Not seen to best effect the last twice and he's an each-way player in a race that will almost certainly be run to suit. Retains ability but he's a hold-up performer who needs the cards to drop perfectly.
2 16th (2) (10/1 +29%) Biggles	10 10/1(+29%)	(2) Biggles 10/1, Second in C&D Victoria Cup during the spring and took his form up another notch when landing the Bunbury Cup at Newmarket in July. Not at his best in 3 subsequent starts, though, and it could be that the handicapper has his measure for now. Largely productive record in 7f handicaps, including Bunbury Cup win; not ruled out.
14 17th (14) (50/1 -52%) Ancestral Land	50 50/1(-52%)	(14) Ancestral Land 50/1, 6f novice winner at 2 yrs who ran up to his best when third (in first-time cheekpieces) at Sandown (7f, good to firm) in June. However, he was below par tried in blinkers (discarded here) back from a break at Doncaster, which was his first run since being gelded. Cheekpieces refitted. Has something to find on the balance of his handicap form.

LTO Selection:

15:35 Ascot Handicap (Class 2) 7f Race Class Flow

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

The ultra-consistent QUINAULT arrives here on the back of a willing success over C&D last time and a repeat of that effort would see him go close once again. Stuart Williams' charge beat the reopposing Popmaster (second) by a neck on that occasion and that rival has subsequently franked the form by going one better over 7f at Newbury. Off 4lb better terms, the son of Oasis Dream can confirm that form, while the hat-trick seeking Baradar also appears likely to offer another bold bid.

A typically competitive renewal of this valuable handicap and FRESH is taken to register a belated first success of the season. The 6-y-o is now 3 lb lower than for the second of his two C&D victories in 2022 and again shaped as though he's ready to strike when sixth at the Curragh last month. The David O'Meara-trained duo Orbaan and Pearle d'Or both merit respect, while the hat-trick seeking Baradar, recent listed winner Popmaster and consistent types Quinault and Maywake all have claims, too.

Attractively handicapped FRESH (nap) can make it third time lucky in this contest. Baradar is second choice.

15:40 Fairyhouse Maiden Hurdle 20f - 15 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
6 1st (6) (14/1 +30%) Miss Oreo	14 14/1(+30%)	(6) Miss Oreo 14/1, Winning pointer who displayed some promise in bumpers, including when fourth in 9-runner event at Listowel (16f, soft) 15 days ago, having benefit of enterprising ride. Makes hurdles debut. Up in trip. Point winner was placed in Cork bumper and some okay runs in that sphere since.
12 2nd (12) (22/1 +33%) Colleen Danu	22 22/1(+33%)	(12) Colleen Danu 22/1, Modest in bumpers and shaped with some encouragement when a well-held fifth of 20 in maiden hurdle (50/1) at Gowran (16f, heavy) on hurdles bow 8 days ago, finishing with running left. Up in trip. Placed in Clonmel bumper in May; remote fifth against geldings on hurdling bow at Gowran.
8 3rd (8) (12/1 +64%) What An Ocean	12 12/1(+64%)	(8) What An Ocean 12/1, Remains a maiden after 10 hurdle runs. Pulled up in handicap hurdle (12/1) at Ballinrobe (22.1f, good to soft) 40 days ago, losing touch before 3 out. Has shown very little since finishing runner-up in pair of maidens in spring of last year.
4 4th (4) (8.5/1 +39%) Imperial Class	8.5 8.5/1(+39%)	(4) Imperial Class 8.5/1, Showed a bit when seventh of 17 in maiden hurdle (28/1) at Navan (20f, good to soft) on NH debut 21 days ago. May do better. Shaped like hurdling debut was needed when respectable seventh against geldings at Navan.
2 5th (2) (3/1 -9%) Stormalong	3 3/1(-9%)	(2) Stormalong 3/1, Fair bumper winner who ran her best race over hurdles when second of 10 in handicap hurdle at Clonmel (19.8f, heavy) 9 days ago. Obvious claims. Bumper winner has loads of hurdling experience and has improved in recent starts.
9 6th (9) (40/1 -100%) Whotookthebiscuit	40 40/1(-100%)	(9) Whotookthebiscuit 40/1, 6/1 and tongue strap on, last of 9 in bumper at Cork (16f, soft) on NH debut 180 days ago. Makes hurdles debut. Up in trip. First run for yard after leaving Paul Power. Placed in point for Paul Power; in rear on rules debut in Cork bumper; stable/hurdles bow.
11 7th (11) (100/1 -203%) Calendar House	100 100/1(-203%)	(11) Calendar House 100/1, Well held in 2 bumpers. Makes hurdles debut up in trip. Small yard but filly was quite well fancied in bumpers; soundly beaten both times.
5 8th (5) (25/1 +0%) Majestic Design	25 25/1(+0%)	(5) Majestic Design 25/1, Twice-raced maiden under NH rules. Twelfth of 15 in maiden hurdle at Tramore (21.1f, good, 16/1) on hurdles bow 127 days ago. Hooded for 1st time. Dual point winner was tailed off on hurdling debut at Tramore in June; hood added.
7 9th (7) (50/1 +0%) True Or False	50 50/1(+0%)	(7) True Or False 50/1, Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. Eighth of 12 in maiden hurdle at Listowel (24f, good to soft, 50/1) 20 days ago. Placed in pair of hunter chaes in the spring but beaten 52l on hurdles bow at Listowel.
1 \|F\| (1) (6/5 +13%) Meet My Loreley	1.2 6/5(+13%)	(1) Meet My Loreley 6/5, Confirmed previous promise when winning 15-runner bumper at Navan (15.6f, good to soft, 10/3) 21 days ago, finding extra. Must enter calculations on hurdle debut. Winning pointer still looked a bit green in front when landing Navan bumper; hurdles debut.
3 \|F\| (3) (80/1 -21%) Ballerina Boxer	80 80/1(-21%)	(3) Ballerina Boxer 80/1, Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. 66/1, unseated rider in maiden hurdle at Killarney (17f, good to soft) 6 days ago. Back up in trip. Not beaten far when fourth in Kilbeggan bumper; tailed off on hurdling debut at Listowel.
13 10th (13) (40/1 -21%) Juniper Hill	40 40/1(-21%)	(13) Juniper Hill 40/1, Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. Last of 12 in maiden hurdle (28/1) at Roscommon (15.9f, soft) 12 days ago. Back up in trip. Well held when placed in Tipperary bumper and when fourth over 3m on hurdling debut.
14 11th (14) (125/1 -150%) Mabel In May	125 125/1(-150%)	(14) Mabel In May 125/1, Shirocco filly. Dam unraced half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser (stayed 3½m) Jack The Bus. Homebred Shirocco filly; dam unraced half-sister to three winners.
15 12th (15) (150/1 -50%) Mason Lady	150 150/1(-50%)	(15) Mason Lady 150/1, 40/1, twelfth of 15 in maiden hurdle at Roscommon (20.5f, soft) on NH debut 12 days ago. 40s, always towards rear when tailed off on recent debut at Roscommon.
10 \|PU\| (10) (7/1 -100%) Ballybough Aine	7 7/1(-100%)	(10) Ballybough Aine 7/1, Milan filly. Dam unraced half-sister to very smart hurdler/smart chase winner (stayed 3m) Wholestone. Won sole start in points (Mar 26). Interesting newcomer to Rules. Favourite when landing Monksgrange point for Ian McCarthy in March; from a good family.

LTO Selection:

15:40 Fairyhouse Maiden Hurdle 20f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

MEET MY LORELEY battled well to win a bumper over the minimum trip in Navan and should really relish an extended 2m4f on her hurdling debut. She is a former point-to-point winner and looks like she will be a staying mare on the track. The horse well behind her in fifth at Navan came out and landed a Galway bumper in impressive fashion during the week. Ballybough Aine is one to note on her racecourse debut. She won her point-to-point in March and has moved to Paul Nolan for her 'track' career. Jordan Gainford is a good booking for her. Stormalong has been placed in three of her eight races over flights, so has her chance. Imperial Class is a potential improver after an opening seventh over flights in Navan.

STORMALONG ran her best race over hurdles when second in a Clonmel handicap last week and has to be considered the one to beat back in maiden company, though strong market support for either bumper-winner Meet My Loreley or point-winner Ballybough Aine would put a slightly different slant on matters.

The bumper winners stand out and the experienced STORMALONG is preferred to Meet My Loreley who is starting out over hurdles

15:50 Newmarket Maiden (Class 4) 8f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
4 1st (4) (9/1 +10%) Hand Of God	9 9/1(+10%)	(4) Hand Of God 9/1, Promising sort who stepped up on his debut effort when fifth of 12 in novice event at Salisbury (1m) 4 weeks ago, that despite still seemingly wanting for know-how. In good hands and highly likely this well-bred sort can do better still. Has shown ability on both starts; bred to do better and is not ruled out.
2 2nd (2) (4.5/1 -50%) Classic Encounter	4.5 4.5/1(-50%)	(2) Classic Encounter 4.5/1, Bred to be smart and whilst he was a warm order on debut, he ultimately shaped as if he'd come on plenty for the experience when midfield in 11-runner Kempton novice (7f) 59 days ago. Gelded since and no surprise to see him leave that well behind. Unplaced favourite on debut but gelded since and could be a big improver today.
1 3rd (1) (50/1 +50%) Brave Call	50 50/1(+50%)	(1) Brave Call 50/1, Churchill half-brother to connections' winner up to 1m (stays 1¼m) Island Bandit. Sent off at long odds and ultimately held back by inexperience when eighth of 11 in novice event at Leicester (7f, soft) 25 days ago. Well beaten on debut but half-brother Island Bandit was a 125-1 winner on his second start.
9 4th (9) (2.5/1 -43%) Sisyphean	2.5 2.5/1(-43%)	(9) Sisyphean 2.5/1, Well-made colt who has showed fairly useful form, finding only another promising sort too strong when second of 9 in an Ayr novice (1m) 16 days ago. Sets the standard on what he's achieved to date and sound claims of going one place better. Went close at Ayr on second start and that's the best form in this field.
8 5th (8) (14/1 +13%) Royal Majesty	14 14/1(+13%)	(8) Royal Majesty 14/1, Foaled May 1. Frankel colt. Half-brother to minor winner in US by Empire Maker. Dam, US 1m-9f (Grade 1 event), half-sister to high-class US 1m-1¼m performer Royal Delta (6-time Grade 1 winner). Noteworthy newcomer for leading stable. Frankel colt who is in top hands and could play a leading role on debut.
6 6th (6) (2.25/1 +50%) King's Fountain	2.25 2.25/1(+50%)	(6) King's Fountain 2.25/1, Makes a fair bit of appeal on paper and he produced a promising first effort (learning as race went on) when fourth of 10 in Sandown novice (7f, soft) 17 days ago. Likely to stay 1m and interesting with improvement forthcoming. Kept on for promising fourth over 7f on debut; firmly in calculations now tackling 1m.
7 7th (7) (28/1 -12%) Purefoy	28 28/1(-12%)	(7) Purefoy 28/1, Foaled April 9. 40,000 gns yearling, Ulysses colt. Easy to back (sent off at 50/1) but he displayed fair form when ninth in 7f Ascot maiden 29 days ago. Likely to know more this time but yard may well hold stronger claims with King's Fountain. Open to improvement on second run but yard looks to have better hope with King's Fountain.
3 8th (3) (50/1 -150%) Dark Viper	50 50/1(-150%)	(3) Dark Viper 50/1, Dark Angel colt. Half-brother to 6f winner Kodiac Blue and 7f winner Sea of Thieves. Fair form when fourth on debut in an AW novice at Kempton (7f) but unable to replicate that over same track/trip 2 weeks ago. Needs another run for a mark and nurseries likely more his bag. Encouraging run on debut but took backward step next time; improvement is required.
5 9th (5) (66/1 -164%) It's A Hot One	66 66/1(-164%)	(5) It's A Hot One 66/1, Foaled May 10. Too Darn Hot colt. Half-brother to several winners, including smart winner up to 9.5f Lamar and useful winner up to 1m Haddaf. Dam 2-y-o 7f winner. Betting should provide a useful guide ahead of debut. Half-brother to 7 Flat winners; should have a future but likely to improve for this debut.
11 10th (11) (200/1 -150%) Ardara Rose	200 200/1(-150%)	(11) Ardara Rose 200/1, Churchill filly who attracted support but ultimately showed only greenness when tenth of 11 in a Kempton novice (7f) on debut 10 days ago, soon off bridle and always behind. Attracted market support on recent debut at Kempton but was always behind after slow start.
10 \|PU\| (10) (5/1 +38%) Wonder	5 5/1(+38%)	(10) Wonder 5/1, In need of experience but showed ability when third in newcomers maiden on July Course in August and matched that when second of 7 in a Salisbury novice (7f) 3 weeks ago, despite being worst placed of the principals. Entitled to be thereabouts. Placed both runs (7f/1m); future probably lies over further but he could still be in mix.

LTO Selection:

15:50 Newmarket Maiden (Class 4) 8f Race Class Flow

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

KING'S FOUNTAIN displayed plenty of promise when fourth on his introduction over 7f at Sandown and the son of Too Darn Hot could be hard to stop with the benefit of that experience. Sisyphean is an obvious threat following his narrow defeat at Ayr, while Wonder and Classic Encounter have shown enough to warrant an interest. Royal Majesty is out of a mare who won a Grade 1 on turf in the US and any market support for him on debut would have to be noted.

SISYPHEAN ran to a similar level as on debut when edged out late on by another promising sort at Ayr's Western Meeting 16 days ago, and with the likelihood of more to come, Kevin Ryan's charge gets the nod to go one place better. Classic Encounter looked badly in need of the experience on his debut at Kempton yet, gelded subsequently, he promises to leave that effort in his wake and is feared. King's Fountain and Hand of God complete the shortlist.

This could go to the Roger Varian-trained newcomer ROYAL MAJESTY, who is by Frankel and out of a Grade 1-winning dam.

15:55 Redcar Listed (Class 1) 7f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
5 1st (5) (9/2 +0%) Vafortino	4.5 9/2(+0%)	(5) Vafortino 9/2, Smart gelding. 15/2, twenty-second of 25 in handicap at Ascot (7f, good to soft) 70 days ago. Has largely acquitted himself well this season and has to enter calculations. Rare below-par run last time but he's a smart handicapper at his best over this distance.
6 2nd (6) (9/2 +0%) Ramazan	4.5 9/2(+0%)	(6) Ramazan 9/2, Smart gelding. 2 wins from 6 runs this year. Latest win at Chepstow in August. Good second of 24 in the Ayr Gold Cup (6f, good, 16/1) 14 days ago. Return to this trip no bad thing and he's a lively candidate. Improving 3yo who did well over 7f before just missing out in the Ayr Gold Cup.
1 3rd (1) (6/4 +55%) Awaal	1.5 6/4(+55%)	(1) Awaal 6/4, Smart gelding. Course winner. Cheekpieces on for 1st time, 7½ lengths fourteenth of 20 to Johan in handicap (6/1) at Goodwood (8f, soft) 64 days ago. Good efforts prior to that and he merits consideration. Never took to cheekpieces last time but solid in big-field handicaps prior to that.
10 4th (10) (12/1 -20%) Purplepay	12 12/1(-20%)	(10) Purplepay 12/1, Useful filly. 17/2 and tongue strap on for 1st time, 4½ lengths sixth of 8 to Chindit in listed race at Sandown (8f, heavy) 17 days ago. Likely to find a few too good once more. Blinkers back on. Flashes of smart form; can be keen, so the assured strong gallop should help.
4 5th (4) (4/1 -45%) Johan	4 4/1(-45%)	(4) Johan 4/1, Smart gelding. Produced a career-best when winning 20-runner handicap (25/1) at Goodwood (8f, soft) on his belated seasonal reappearance in August. On that evidence, this step up in class is warranted and he's a big player. Up to this class and goes well fresh; further rain would further enhance his prospects.
8 6th (8) (25/1 -25%) Zaman Jemil	25 25/1(-25%)	(8) Zaman Jemil 25/1, Useful gelding. Latest win at Thirsk in July. 11/4, creditable second of 7 in handicap at Thirsk (6f, good to soft) 28 days ago. Has a fair bit to find with several of these rivals. Second in a Thirsk handicap no strong advert for his prospects at this level.
3 7th (3) (20/1 -150%) Gweedore	20 20/1(-150%)	(3) Gweedore 20/1, Useful gelding. 3 wins from 12 runs this year. Latest win at Newmarket in August. 11/1, good third of 24 in handicap at Ayr (6f, good) 14 days ago. Not without each-way hope up in class here. Bang-in-form front-runner; wouldn't want to get competitive too far out with Azano.
9 8th (9) (250/1 -150%) Biplane	250 250/1(-150%)	(9) Biplane 250/1, Fair mare. C&D winner. Latest win here in June. 20/1, good second of 15 in minor event at Doncaster (8f, good) 20 days ago, helped by being held up in strongly-run race. Out of her depth in this company. Capable handicapper on her day but flying far too high in a race of this nature.
2 9th (2) (18/1 -29%) Azano	18 18/1(-29%)	(2) Azano 18/1, Unreliable type. C&D winner. 5/1, won 7-runner handicap at Sandown (7f, good) 22 days ago, having benefit of enterprising ride. This is much tougher. The 2021 winner of this; got loose on the lead when winning a Sandown handicap latest.

LTO Selection:

15:55 Redcar Listed (Class 1) 7f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 1 race.

RAMAZAN ran a blinder when a neck second in the Ayr Gold Cup a fortnight ago and a seventh furlong could prompt a return to winning ways for Richard Fahey's gelding. There are dangers aplenty, however, not least last year's Lincoln winner Johan, who returned from a break with a vengeance to win a heritage handicap over 1m at Glorious Goodwood. Vafortino also commands respect.

RAMAZAN has developed into a smart handicapper this year and looks ready for this step up in class judged on his near miss in the Ayr Gold Cup a fortnight ago. He is marginally preferred to Johan, who pulled a rabbit out of the hat when landing the ultra-competitive Golden Mile at Glorious Goodwood on his belated reappearance and dropping back to 7f is unlikely to be an issue. Awaal failed to fire in the Golden Mile but will be a threat if back to his best, while Vafortino also merits respect.

The 5yo VAFORTINO should get a nice tow into the race and a 70-day break heightens interest with his excellent record when fresh.

16:00 Fontwell Handicap Chase (Class 4) 20f - 4 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
3 1st (3) (2/1 +43%) Le Patron	2 2/1(+43%)	(3) Le Patron 2/1, Winner in France and shaped well when second on stable debut in December. Failed to build on that since though so has something to prove now going chasing. Yet to build upon last year's promising stable debut but is on a good mark for chase debut.
4 2nd (4) (11/4 +8%) Proper Twelve	2.75 11/4(+8%)	(4) Proper Twelve 11/4, Got off the mark at Market Rasen in May but only eighth of 12 in handicap hurdle at Plumpton (20.5f, good) 13 days ago. In good hands so he's no forlorn hope on his chase debut though. Class 5 handicap hurdle winner in May; takes on higher-calibre opposition on chase debut.
2 3rd (2) (16/5 -7%) I Shut That D'Or	3.2 16/5(-7%)	(2) I Shut That D'Or 16/5, Fairly useful winner at 21f over hurdles. 10/1, solid fourth of 6 in handicap hurdle at Sandown (19.8f, good to soft) 8 months ago. One to consider with tongue strap on 1st time for his chase debut. Shock winner of novice hurdle in January; makes chasing debut after 245-day absence.
1 4th (1) (3/1 -33%) Red Windsor	3 3/1(-33%)	(1) Red Windsor 3/1, Fairly useful 19f winner over hurdles last term who posted a solid third of 8 in novice hurdle at Kempton (16f, heavy) in April. Interesting chasing debut. Course winner over hurdles last season and could easily have more to offer over fences.

LTO Selection:

16:00 Fontwell Handicap Chase (Class 4) 20f Race Class Flow

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

RED WINDSOR rates an interesting contender after having just one handicap start over hurdles where he wasn't beaten far into third in April. The six-year-old makes his return to action and he could make a winning chase debut. I Shut That D'or makes his first start over fences after recording a victory in one of his four starts over hurdles and may prove a different proposition in this sphere. Le Patron can beat Proper Twelve home for third.

Four chasing newcomers so not the easiest race to assess but Chris Gordon's RED WINDSOR showed fairly useful and consistent form over hurdles last term so is fancied to come out on top. I Shut That d'Or could emerge as the chief threat ahead of Le Patron in a contest where the market should also prove revealing.

Gary Moore's LE PATRON is on a good mark for his chasing debut and gets the vote in the hope he has been refreshed by a summer break.

16:05 Curragh Handicap 5f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (1) (18/1 +10%) Tawaazon	18 18/1(+10%)	(1) Tawaazon 18/1, Course winner. 5 wins from 16 runs this year. 14/1, fourth of 7 in handicap at Bellewstown (5f, heavy) 10 days ago. Can give a good account. Won 5 of his 11 starts since joining this yard and may have needed last week's return.
2 2nd (2) (11/2 +45%) Gustavus Weston	5.5 11/2(+45%)	(2) Gustavus Weston 11/2, Course winner. 11/1, creditable fourth of 11 in handicap at Navan (5.8f, soft) 3 days ago. Seventeen runs since last win in 2021. Group 3 winner here in 2021; unplaced all starts since but 4th on Wednesday; on good mark.
11 3rd (11) (4/1 +56%) Mymomentintime	4 4/1(+56%)	(11) Mymomentintime 4/1, C&D winner. 9/2, respectable fourth of 10 in handicap at Tipperary (5f, soft) 57 days ago. Shortlist material. C&D winner last year and knocking on the door this term; becoming well treated.
8 4th (8) (10/1 -33%) Screen Siren	10 10/1(-33%)	(8) Screen Siren 10/1, Latest win at Navan in June. 6/1, respectable third of 10 in handicap at Cork (6f, soft) 11 days ago. In the mix. All 3 wins at 5f; handles this ground and good run over 6f last week; respected back at 5f.
6 5th (6) (9/1 +18%) Little Queenie	9 9/1(+18%)	(6) Little Queenie 9/1, C&D winner. Latest win here in August. 16/1, twenty first of 22 in handicap at this course (6f, good to soft) 27 days ago. Others more persuasive. Won 2 of her last 4 but well below form latest and ground may not be ideal here.
3 6th (3) (16/1 -113%) Polar Bear	16 16/1(-113%)	(3) Polar Bear 16/1, Latest win at Bellewstown in April. 7/2, fourth of 7 in handicap at Down Royal (5f, soft) 12 days ago. Visor back on. Not easy to make a case for. Running well in defeat of late and should go well again but others lurk on better marks.
5 7th (5) (4/1 -20%) Pop Star	4 4/1(-20%)	(5) Pop Star 4/1, Thrice-raced winner. Blinkered for 1st time, won 8-runner maiden at Navan (5.8f, good to soft, 10/3) 37 days ago, kept up to work. Trainer going well. Makes handicap debut. Open to improvement. Left previous form behind with Navan maiden win last time and that form is working out.
9 8th (9) (8/1 -23%) Petit Calvados	8 8/1(-23%)	(9) Petit Calvados 8/1, Again shaped well when strong-travelling third of 14 in handicap (12/1) at Dundalk (6f) 8 days ago, collared only late on. Big player. Won 3 sprint races in France last year; encouraging run over 6f on AW last week; up 3lb.
10 9th (10) (11/1 +21%) Parting Glass	11 11/1(+21%)	(10) Parting Glass 11/1, Winner at Navan in May. 11/2, fair fourth of 7 in handicap at Navan (5f, good to soft) 35 days ago. Possibilities. Won soft ground Navan maiden in May and good h'cap runs since but this looks tough.
7 \|U\| (7) (28/1 -75%) Dream Today	28 28/1(-75%)	(7) Dream Today 28/1, Latest win at Laytown in September. 11/2, only fifth of 7 in handicap at Bellewstown (5f, heavy) 10 days ago. Enters calculations if shrugging off latest effort. Winner at Laytown before disappointing run last week; 5f probably too sharp for him.
4 10th (4) (13/2 -30%) Harry's Hill	6.5 13/2(-30%)	(4) Harry's Hill 13/2, C&D winner. Latest win here in July. Good second of 16 in handicap at this C&D (soft, 16/1) 14 days ago. Needs considering. C&D winner in Premier handicap in July and only narrowly denied back over C&D latest.

LTO Selection:

16:05 Curragh Handicap 5f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

POP STAR could be the one for leading connections. Aidan O'Brien's unexposed three-year-old left a lasting impression when getting off the mark at the third attempt in first-time blinkers on his Navan return, and a mark of 82 could really underestimate this son of Sioux Nation on his handicap debut. Harry's Hill is 2-6 over C&D and must be taken seriously, while Petit Calvados brings decent French form to the table and Mymomentintime is expected to go well from the foot of the weights.

PETIT CALVADOS has been shaping up well of late and caught the eye when a strong-travelling third at Dundalk so gets the vote in this competitive handicap. Handicap-debutant Pop Star looks to have more to offer and is next on the list ahead of the handily-weighted C&D winner Mymomentintime.

GUSTAVUS WESTON might be the one to side with after shaping like a return to form was imminent Wednesday and he may build on that

16:10 Ascot Listed (Class 1) 7f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
7 1st (7) (12/1 -71%) Cell Sa Beela	12 12/1(-71%)	(7) Cell Sa Beela 12/1, Is going the right way and she took her form to another level when third in 1m listed race at Longchamp 17 days ago. Has a bit to find here but she can't be totally discounted. Seemed to run well in Listed grade at Longchamp last time; place claims.
6 2nd (6) (5/2 +17%) Breege	2.5 5/2(+17%)	(6) Breege 5/2, Yet to score since her debut but she's recorded some very useful efforts this term, runner-up in the Sandringham Handicap over 1m here in June and when fourth in 1m Sandown listed event 17 days ago. Big shout. Second in the Sandringham and the Oak Tree Stakes; big player on ratings.
3 3rd (3) (11/1 +0%) Farhh To Shy	11 11/1(+0%)	(3) Farhh To Shy 11/1, Useful mare who scored over 1m here and at Yarmouth this summer. Posted a respectable third of 11 in handicap here (8f, firm) 28 days ago so possibilities. Has some useful form here this term; could go well again.
2 4th (2) (25/1 +24%) Canoodled	25 25/1(+24%)	(2) Canoodled 25/1, Got off the mark for 2023 at Newmarket in August but below form when sixth of 10 in handicap there 14 days ago. Faces an uphill task here. Engaged Ascot 2.12 Friday. Faces a tough task on ratings upped in grade.
10 5th (10) (9/1 +36%) Zouky	9 9/1(+36%)	(10) Zouky 9/1, Fairly useful filly who resumed winning ways at Newbury in August before good second of 8 in handicap at Doncaster (7f, good) 20 days ago. Can't be dismissed. Back in much better form since upped to 7f; can go well again.
5 6th (5) (5/1 +0%) Queen Aminatu	5 5/1(+0%)	(5) Queen Aminatu 5/1, Smart filly who wasn't seen to best effect when fifth of 10 to Matilda Picotte in Sceptre Stakes at Doncaster (7f, good) 20 days ago, faring best of those held up. Holds solid claims. 0-8 on turf but ran well (runner-up) in this race last year; place hopes.
8 7th (8) (5/2 -25%) Nigiri	2.5 5/2(-25%)	(8) Nigiri 5/2, Progressive filly who completed a hat-trick in impressive fashion in big-field handicap at York's Ebor meeting. Very good second of 10 to Matilda Picotte in Sceptre Stakes at Doncaster (7f, good) 20 days ago. Player once more. Completed a handicap hat-trick, then ran well in the Sceptre; progressive 3yo.
9 8th (9) (11/1 +31%) Nine Tenths	11 11/1(+31%)	(9) Nine Tenths 11/1, Resumed with ready novice win at Windsor (6f) in May and not disgraced on her handicap debut when fourth of 8 at Doncaster (7f, good) 20 days ago. Shortlisted. Ties in with Zouky on latest effort; remains open to further progress.
4 9th (4) (50/1 -150%) Love Interest	50 50/1(-150%)	(4) Love Interest 50/1, Winless since her debut but she has posted some useful efforts, good second of 6 to Nigiri in handicap at Haydock (8f, heavy) 62 days ago. No forlorn hope. Ran encouragingly behind Nigiri at Haydock when last seen.
1 10th (1) (125/1 -279%) Alcazan	125 125/1(-279%)	(1) Alcazan 125/1, Dual 6f winner this term at Goodwood and Yarmouth. Only seventh of 10 in handicap at Newmarket (6f, good to firm) 9 days ago and faces a very stiff task in this grade. Has the worst chance at the weights upped in class.

LTO Selection:

16:10 Ascot Listed (Class 1) 7f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 1 race.

A case can be made for a few of these but arguably the one to beat is the highly-progressive NIGIRI, who put in a career best when second in a Group 3 at Doncaster. The daughter of Lope De Vega may have more improvement left to come and she could be hard to beat. Breege is a big threat following her fourth against the boys in a Listed race at Sandown, while Queen Aminatu and Cell Sa Beela are a couple of others to note.

A few with chances but BREEGE holds the edge on form and can gain a deserved first victory of the season at the chief expense of Ralph Beckett's progressive Nigiri who rates a big threat. Queen Aminatu can also have a say along with Farhh To Shy in an intriguing listed event.

This looks a suitable opportunity for BREEGE to finally double her tally. Improving Nigiri is feared most.

16:15 Fairyhouse Handicap Hurdle 16f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
9 1st (9) (7/1 +30%) Must Meet Cecil	7 7/1(+30%)	(9) Must Meet Cecil 7/1, Career best when winning 9-runner claiming hurdle (13/2) at Bellewstown (20.4f, good) 38 days ago, going with enthusiasm. Back down in trip and more on his plate here. Winner of two claiming races during August, overall handicap form raises doubts.
3 2nd (3) (4/1 +60%) The Dasher Conway	4 4/1(+60%)	(3) The Dasher Conway 4/1, Latest win in chase at Tramore in June. 7/1, fell in novice chase at Listowel (17f, good to soft) 20 days ago. Switches from chase to hurdles. Looks competitive on form. In good form over fences before first-fence exit at Listowel, 12lb lower than chase rating.
8 3rd (8) (4.5/1 +36%) Anyway	4.5 4.5/1(+36%)	(8) Anyway 4.5/1, Winner in hurdle at Downpatrick in August. Respectable fifth of 13 in handicap hurdle (6/4) at Listowel (20f, soft) 19 days ago. Likely to be in the mix. Raised 18lb for controversial Downpatrick win, easier ground perhaps the issue at Listowel.
4 4th (4) (9/1 +36%) Rodney Bay	9 9/1(+36%)	(4) Rodney Bay 9/1, 11/2, tenth of 12 in handicap at Down Royal (12.8f, soft) 12 days ago. Switches from Flat to hurdles. Back down in trip and can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals. Consistent over hurdles, moderate on the Flat last time, can do better than that.
5 5th (5) (10/3 -90%) Dame Rapide	3.333333 10/3(-90%)	(5) Dame Rapide 10/3, Lightly-raced winner over hurdles. 1 win from 3 runs this season. May have more to offer now pitched into a handicap in this sphere and she's one for the shortlist. Rated 95 on the Flat, landed the odds in a mares' maiden, opening mark looks fair.
10 6th (10) (16/1 +36%) Mr Sundancer	16 16/1(+36%)	(10) Mr Sundancer 16/1, Hooded for 1st time, good eighth of 18 in handicap hurdle at Navan (15.6f, good to soft, 50/1) 21 days ago. Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals. Good-ground bumper winner in Britain, has shown relatively little over hurdles.
7 7th (7) (15/2 +25%) Sam Magee	7.5 15/2(+25%)	(7) Sam Magee 15/2, Lightly-raced maiden. 2/1 and tongue strap on for 1st time, below form eighth of 14 in novice hurdle at Kilbeggan (16f, good) 29 days ago. Not one to write off just yet. Point winner, made a bright start over hurdles last winter, questions to answer now.
1 8th (1) (14/1 +44%) Art Of Silence	14 14/1(+44%)	(1) Art Of Silence 14/1, Creditable eighth of 14 in handicap at Dundalk (12f, 18/1) 8 days ago. Switches from Flat to hurdles. Back down in trip. Fairly useful hurdler, below form on last outing in this sphere. Beat the former Group 1-placed Wordsworth in a maiden hurdle, seems best on good ground.
11 \|PU\| (11) (15/2 +70%) Saraqael	7.5 15/2(+70%)	(11) Saraqael 15/2, Lightly-raced maiden over hurdles. Fairly useful winner at 8f on flat. Good eighth of 14 in handicap hurdle at Galway (16.7f, soft, 20/1) 62 days ago. Others have achieved more. Won a Flat maiden at last year's Galway festival, yet to shine over hurdles, can do better.

LTO Selection:

16:15 Fairyhouse Handicap Hurdle 16f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

DAME RAPIDE is useful on the Flat and caught the eye with a comfortable victory in a Ballinrobe maiden hurdle last month. The dry forecast is in her favour as she wouldn't want the ground to be testing. She should have a future in this game and her ability could come to the fore in this contest. Clever Currency reverts to the smaller obstacles after scoring in a novice handicap chase at Sligo last month. He ran into a massively in-form horse when runner-up over hurdles at Down Royal at the start of September, so has solid claims. The Dasher Conway blotted his copybook by falling at the first fence in Listowel but, prior to that, had been in good nick over fences. He could have a say especially as he was runner-up in this race last year

DAME RAPIDE did the job well when landing the odds in a Ballinrobe maiden last month and she is appealing now switched to handicap company off what looks a feasible opening mark. The Dasher Conway got no further than the first fence at Listowel recently but he was in good form prior to that and is capable of a bold show back hurdling. Anyway also enters calculations and Sam Magee is another for the shortlist.

Rated 95 on the Flat, DAME RAPIDE may prove equal to the task in her first handicap hurdle

16:20 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 6) 12f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
6 1st (6) (12/1 -140%) Sexy Rexy	12 12/1(-140%)	(6) Sexy Rexy 12/1, Shed maiden tag at Chelmsford (13.3f) in April. 25/1, easily best effort for present yard when third of 9 in handicap at this C&D 36 days ago, running on. Not out of things if backing that up again partnered by Billy Loughnane. Returned to form with close third over C&D last month; runs of same mark today.
5 2nd (5) (12/1 -20%) Hill Station	12 12/1(-20%)	(5) Hill Station 12/1, Maiden who returned to form following a break when fourth at Kempton (12f) in August. Disappointed over hurdles next time but latest run back on the level probably best overlooked having done plenty on the front end. Blinkers quickly discarded and bounce back not ruled out. Suffered heavy defeat at Kempton a fortnight ago and is now 0-20.
1 3rd (1) (7.5/1 -50%) Velvet Vulcan	7.5 7.5/1(-50%)	(1) Velvet Vulcan 7.5/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Hooded for 1st time, creditable fourth of 12 in handicap (16/1) at Chelmsford (10f) 23 days ago, keeping on straight. This even longer trip worth exploring on that evidence. Low-mileage 4yo; stayed on for fourth over 1m2f last month; tries a new trip today.
2 4th (2) (3/1 +0%) Bear Claws	3 3/1(+0%)	(2) Bear Claws 3/1, Confidently ridden when resuming winning ways at Limerick (11.3f) in June. Rise in weights seemed to catch him out thereafter but he's not discounted starting out for new yard, with rider taking off a handy 3 lb. Won on turf in Ireland in June; market may guide on today's stable debut.
3 5th (3) (6/1 +8%) Jenny Ren	6 6/1(+8%)	(3) Jenny Ren 6/1, 3-time C&D winner who matched the form of her reappearance effort when creditable sixth of 13 in handicap at Southwell (11.1f, 33/1) 9 days ago. Now operating just 1 lb above last winning mark. C&D winner off 1lb lower in March; contender if race is run to suit her hold-up tactics.
12 6th (12) (66/1 -100%) Take My Breath	66 66/1(-100%)	(12) Take My Breath 66/1, 50/1, fared a little better than previously when sixth of 8 in handicap at Lingfield (10f, heavy) 63 days ago, headway over 1f out and keeping on. Unplaced all six runs and needs this step up in trip to enable improvement.
8 7th (8) (11/2 +54%) Crossbeau	5.5 11/2(+54%)	(8) Crossbeau 11/2, Visored for 1st time, respectable fourth of 10 in handicap at Beverley (12.1f, soft, 14/1) 67 days ago. First run for yard after leaving Ian McInnes and market support would be interesting operating from this basement mark. Eight-race maiden; claimed out of a seller for £6,000 in August; stable debut today.
11 8th (11) (12/1 +25%) Star Turn	12 12/1(+25%)	(11) Star Turn 12/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Eighth of 10 in handicap (20/1) at Kempton (12f) 52 days ago. Much more needed if he's to figure making tapeta debut. Last of eight when 20-1 for handicap debut at Kempton in August; big improvement needed.
10 9th (10) (20/1 +9%) Chelsea Annie	20 20/1(+9%)	(10) Chelsea Annie 20/1, Twenty runs since last win in 2021. Eighth of 10 in handicap (20/1) at Salisbury (9.9f, good) 52 days ago, racing well off the pace and making no impression. Switch back to AW needs to have positive effect here. Not beaten far when last of three on turf in June but two lesser efforts have followed.
7 10th (7) (7/1 +0%) Duchess	7 7/1(+0%)	(7) Duchess 7/1, Remains a maiden after 15 starts but she did run her best race for present yard when fourth in a C&D handicap 2 weeks ago, making late headway. Needs to build on that effort now. Stayed on for fourth over C&D last month but still makes only limited appeal.
4 11th (4) (13/2 +46%) Stormy Denise	6.5 13/2(+46%)	(4) Stormy Denise 13/2, Lightly-raced maiden. 16/1 and blinkered for 1st time, twelfth of 13 in handicap at Newcastle (8f) 18 days ago, labouring around 3f out and dropping away. Marked step up in trip needs to have positive effect here with blinkers again the headgear of choice. Well down the field over 1m in first two handicaps; bred to be suited by today's trip.
9 12th (9) (66/1 -100%) Seaborough	66 66/1(-100%)	(9) Seaborough 66/1, Unreliable type. One win from 32 Flat runs. Below form seventh of 12 in handicap hurdle at Market Rasen (16.6f, good, 25/1) 90 days ago. Poor on last Flat run. Better known as a hurdler now; well beaten off basement mark on latest Flat start.

LTO Selection:

16:20 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 6) 12f Race Class Flow

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

SEXY REXY was only narrowly denied when third in a similar race over C&D last time and she merits the utmost respect off the same mark here. The unexposed Velvet Vulcan has to be of interest following his fourth over 1m2f at Chelmsford a few weeks ago, while Duchess and Jenny Ren are others to consider in an open event.

A trappy opener with the vote in favour of BEAR CLAWS. A winner at Limerick in June, he lines up for his new yard having not been seen to anything like best effect at Tramore 24 days ago and he's capable of playing a lead role from this sort of mark. Sexy Rexy, following his latest C&D third, Jenny Ren and Velvet Vulcan head up the dangers.

Preference is for JENNY REN, who is probably reliant on others setting a decent pace but recorded her last three wins over this C&D.

16:25 Newmarket Maiden (Class 4) 7f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
9 1st (9) (33/1 -32%) Sons And Lovers	33 33/1(-32%)	(9) Sons And Lovers 33/1, Foaled April 8. €40,000 yearling, Study of Man colt. Half-brother to 1¾m winner Stagiaire and 2-y-o 6f winner Spring Day. Dam, French 2-y-o 6f winner (stayed 9.5f), closely related to useful 2-y-o 7f winner (stayed 1½m) Savanna La Mar. Half-brother to two winners; should have a future but other newcomers appeal more on paper.
7 2nd (7) (7/4 +65%) Placo	1.75 7/4(+65%)	(7) Placo 7/4, Starspangledbanner gelding who proved easy to back but produced a promising effort nevertheless when fourth of 11 in a Leicester novice (7f) 25 days ago, challenging from 2f out and running on. Looks sure to progress. Close fourth on debut at Leicester and the form has been franked; strong contender.
2 3rd (2) (18/1 +36%) Christian David	18 18/1(+36%)	(2) Christian David 18/1, Profitable colt who showed ability though was too much in need of experience to make an impact when seventh in minor event at Kempton (7f) on debut just over 2 weeks ago. Should improve on that initial effort. Not without promise on recent debut but probably needs a sizeable step forward.
8 4th (8) (11/2 +0%) Point Sur	5.5 11/2(+0%)	(8) Point Sur 11/2, Foaled March 5. Too Darn Hot colt. Closely related to very smart winner up to 1½m New London, smart 1¼m-1½m winner Al Nayyir and useful 2-y-o 7f winner Al Dabaran. Dam lightly-raced half-sister to high-class winner up to 14.6f Masked Marvel. Noteworthy newcomer. Wears hood. Could run well but possible he'll want further & Military Leader may be yard's chief hope.
3 5th (3) (8/1 -14%) Francisco	8 8/1(-14%)	(3) Francisco 8/1, Foaled April 3. 95,000 gns foal, 200,000 gns yearling, Zoustar colt. Half-brother to several winners, including smart 2-y-o 6f winner La Rioja and 2-y-o 6f winner Pastoral Girl. Dam unraced. Likely type. 200,000gns yearling; there's plenty to like on paper and he's respected on debut.
6 6th (6) (100/1 +0%) Mulciber	100 100/1(+0%)	(6) Mulciber 100/1, Well held in novice/maiden last month so is very hard to fancy. Well beaten on both starts and is probably best watched.
5 7th (5) (5/4 -25%) Military Leader	1.25 5/4(-25%)	(5) Military Leader 5/4, Foaled May 2. 1,500,000 gns yearling, Dubawi colt. Half-brother to 1m winners Voice of Angels and Sounds of Heaven. Dam, once-raced at 2 yrs, sister to British/Irish 1000 Guineas winner Hermosa and 2 other Group 1 winners. Makes obvious paper appeal. Newcomer; 1,500,000gns yearling; in top hands and bred to be very talented.
1 8th (1) (125/1 -25%) Aces High	125 125/1(-25%)	(1) Aces High 125/1, Son of Showcasing who has offered little in pair of minor events over 7f at Kempton (gelded after debut). In top hands and ought to do better somewhere down the line. Well beaten at Kempton (7f, AW) on first two starts, at 16-1 then 66-1.

LTO Selection:

16:25 Newmarket Maiden (Class 4) 7f Race Class Flow

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

Newcomer MILITARY LEADER cost a pretty penny at the sales and he could be primed to strike for connections that have an excellent record with two-year-olds at this track. The booking of Ryan Moore is significant and the son of Dubawi may have too much for fellow debutant Francisco, who is a half-brother to Group 3 winner La Rioja. Gracious Leader is another to note for market support, while Leicester fourth Placo looks best of those with experience.

Charlie Appleby hasn't been as prolific with his juveniles this term but 1,500,000 gns yearling MILITARY LEADER ticks plenty of the right boxes so can come out on top with the booking of Ryan Moore catching the eye. Placo produced a promising effort when fourth at Leicester last month, so he may emerge as the main danger, with Point Sur and Gracious Leader another pair of newcomers needing close attention.

The form of PLACO's debut fourth at Leicester last month reads well and he can put that experience to good use.

16:30 Redcar Handicap (Class 2) 8f - 16 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
2 1st (2) (7/2 +46%) Painters Palette	3.5 7/2(+46%)	(2) Painters Palette 7/2, 4 wins from 10 runs this year. 9/2, creditable third of 8 in handicap at Ayr (10f, good to soft) 16 days ago, doing well to pose such a strong challenge having come from off the pace. Back down in trip. Can give another good account. Ran right up to his best when third over 1m2f at Ayr 16 days ago.
1 2nd (1) (7/1 -27%) La Trinidad	7 7/1(-27%)	(1) La Trinidad 7/1, Latest win at Doncaster in June. 18/1, ran well when third of 15 in handicap at Doncaster (8f, good to soft) 3 weeks ago. Merits consideration. 8lb higher than for this summer's win and might be vulnerable when it matters.
4 3rd (4) (9/1 +18%) Titian	9 9/1(+18%)	(4) Titian 9/1, 18/1, respectable fifth of 15 in handicap at Doncaster (8f, good to soft) 3 weeks ago. Clear career-best effort required to take this. Having a solid season but might just be vulnerable again whilst kept to 1m.
10 4th (10) (6/1 +63%) Clear Angel	6 6/1(+63%)	(10) Clear Angel 6/1, Latest win at Carlisle in June. 10/3, 12 lengths tenth of 13 to Ron O in handicap at this C&D (good to firm) 6 weeks ago, dropping away approaching final 1f. Has to be taken seriously. Rare blip last time but likely to need his best form yet to defy his current mark.
5 5th (5) (11/2 +45%) Ron O	5.5 11/2(+45%)	(5) Ron O 11/2, C&D winner. 3 wins from 10 runs this year, latest here in August. Good second of 6 in handicap (4/1) at this course (10f, good) 18 days ago, not ideally placed the way things developed. Back down in trip. Can make presence felt. Recent C&D winner who bumped into an improver last time; not far away.
6 6th (6) (12/1 -20%) Shaladar	12 12/1(-20%)	(6) Shaladar 12/1, Again ran creditably in a race run to suit when third of 11 in handicap (8/1) at Ascot (8f, good to firm) 29 days ago. More needed to get involved. Looks on the right sort of mark but won't mind rain and has each-way claims.
16 7th (16) (14/1 -40%) Give It Some Teddy	14 14/1(-40%)	(16) Give It Some Teddy 14/1, 4-time C&D winner. Latest win at Chester in September. Followed a good run with a below-par one when fourteenth of 15 in handicap (9/1) at Newmarket (9f, good) 2 weeks ago. Needs to bounce back quickly. Dual winner of this race who looked on good terms when winning his penultimate start.
9 8th (9) (12/1 +40%) Maysong	12 12/1(+40%)	(9) Maysong 12/1, C&D winner. Again ran poorly when fifth of 8 in handicap (20/1) at Newmarket (9f, good to firm) 8 days ago. Others more persuasive. Exposed 6yo who is weighted up to his best form and has become a hard horse to predict.
13 9th (13) (33/1 -106%) Crown Princess	33 33/1(-106%)	(13) Crown Princess 33/1, C&D winner in August. Underperformed when tenth of 15 in handicap (18/1) at Newmarket (9f, good) 2 weeks ago. Others make more appeal. C&D winner in August but needs to bounce back after two lesser shows.
15 10th (15) (33/1 -18%) Park Street	33 33/1(-18%)	(15) Park Street 33/1, Latest win at Beverley in September. Ran too free reverted to front-running tactics when seventh of 10 in handicap at Beverley (9.9f, heavy, 5/1) 17 days ago. Both turf wins at Beverley this season; would have found heavy against him last time.
8 11th (8) (50/1 +0%) Barley	50 50/1(+0%)	(8) Barley 50/1, Has beaten a total of 2 rivals in a trio of starts for the yard and can only be watched after nearly 3 months off. Fair mark on last year's form but hard to fancy on what he's achieved this season.
12 12th (12) (15/2 +6%) Hortzadar	7.5 15/2(+6%)	(12) Hortzadar 15/2, Course winner. Latest win at Ayr in September. Again ran well when second of 6 in handicap at Ayr (8f, soft, 7/2) 4 days ago, running on. Cheekpieces back on and fancied to be in the mix again with Richard Kingscote and eye-catching booking. Back to form in Class 5s the last twice and was rated much higher in the past.
11 13th (11) (12/1 +40%) Strongbowe	12 12/1(+40%)	(11) Strongbowe 12/1, Latest win at Carlisle in July. 16/1, found run of good form coming to a halt when sixth of 11 in handicap at Nottingham (8.3f, heavy) 11 days ago. Others more persuasive. Competitive mark and would have found the ground too soft last time at Nottingham.
17 14th (17) (125/1 -89%) Rievaulx Raver	125 125/1(-89%)	(17) Rievaulx Raver 125/1, Latest win at Ripon in June. Again finished well held when 16¾ lengths last of 11 to Poet's Dawn in handicap at this C&D (good, 22/1) 18 days ago. Very hard to make a case for. Not ideal being out of the weights and he could be coming here in better form.
7 15th (7) (18/1 +18%) Young Fire	18 18/1(+18%)	(7) Young Fire 18/1, C&D winner. 4 wins from 16 runs this year, latest at Leicester in August. Failed to confirm the promise of recent starts when fifth of 11 in handicap at Nottingham (8.3f, heavy, 15/2) 11 days ago. Fancied to bounce back quickly. Entitled to run better than he did 11 days ago on soft ground that he enjoys.
14 16th (14) (25/1 -194%) Poet's Dawn	25 25/1(-194%)	(14) Poet's Dawn 25/1, 7/1, given a chance by the handicapper and capitalised in ready fashion when won 11-runner handicap at this C&D (good) 18 days ago. Percentage call is that he'll struggle to follow up from 5 lb higher. Deserved his recent course win but he's effectively 12lb higher this time.

LTO Selection:

16:30 Redcar Handicap (Class 2) 8f Race Class Flow

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

Several of these are old rivals and while the likes of La Trinidad and Painters Palette both have strong claims based on their peak performances, a chance is taken that SHALADAR can gain reward for a string of consistent efforts. He has held his form well with headgear tried this season and, having been denied by only a short head over C&D on his penultimate start, another big run is expected. Last year's winner Belhaven is noted too.

An open-looking series final but marginal preference is for HORTZADAR, who took advantage of a much-reduced mark last month and can quickly regain the winning thread with Richard Kingscote on board for the first time. Provided he copes with the quick turnaround, he can get the better of Young Fire, who has enjoyed a fruitful campaign and has dropped back down to his last winning mark. Clear Angel, La Trinidad and Ron O are just a trio of others to consider.

The suggestion is HORTZADAR, who has turned a corner these last couple of weeks and is one of the better-handicapped contenders.

16:35 Fontwell Handicap Hurdle (Class 2) 19f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
4 1st (4) (9/2 +44%) Soul Icon	4.5 9/2(+44%)	(4) Soul Icon 9/2, Highly progressive last season, winning 7 handicaps in total. Form understandably tailed off but may be able to get back on the up fresh from 5 months off. Considered. Seven wins in last two years and much prefers a sound surface; has won when fresh.
6 2nd (6) (6/4 +40%) Mr Freedom	1.5 6/4(+40%)	(6) Mr Freedom 6/4, Had a busy and fruitful campaign last season and has carried on the good work on the Flat since. Likeable type who should feature if the pace is solid. Three Flat wins since good handicap efforts in the spring; first attempt at this trip.
1 3rd (1) (9/2 -35%) Aucunrisque	4.5 9/2(-35%)	(1) Aucunrisque 9/2, Smart sort who produced a valiant front-running performance to land the Betfair Hurdle at Newbury in February. Only one creditable effort subsequently but likely to be ready to go after 147 days off. Won big Newbury race in February; may be vulnerable off this mark for now.
5 4th (5) (8/1 -78%) Fifty Ball	8 8/1(-78%)	(5) Fifty Ball 8/1, On a handy mark and returned to form when second at this course 142 days ago, travelling smoothly but not finding as much as the winner. Drop in trip could help and he's a definite player. Best run for long time when second over 3m2f here in May; trip is a concern.
2 5th (2) (4/1 -20%) Thirtyfourstitches	4 4/1(-20%)	(2) Thirtyfourstitches 4/1, Won twice at Plumpton last season before scoring on his seasonal return at Newton Abbot (21.6f, good to soft) last month. Ran at least as well when runner-up both subsequent starts and another bold showing is on the cards. Running well this season but now on a career-high mark and faces opposition up front.
3 6th (3) (25/1 -108%) Bread And Butter	25 25/1(-108%)	(3) Bread And Butter 25/1, Ran a cracker returned from 4 months off/on debut for this yard when second in 25-runner Punchestown handicap hurdle (19.8f) in April. Disappointing on both subsequent starts (over fences last time) and has plenty to prove all of a sudden. Good second on stable debut but two poor runs since and just 2-27 as a hurdler.

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16:35 Fontwell Handicap Hurdle (Class 2) 19f Race Class Flow

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

THIRTYFOURSTITCHES hasn't finished out of the top two on each of his last three outings, with his latest runner-up effort coming at Stratford in a class 3 event and he was raised 2lb for that display. The eight-year-old looks sure to go close once again. The main danger is Aucunrisque, who failed to fire in the Swinton at Haydock when last seen in May, but this looks like a much more suitable assignment. Fifty Ball looks the best of the rest.

MR FREEDOM is a highly likeable type who enjoyed plenty of success last season and, with the prospect of a solid gallop, he's capable of making a successful return to this sphere. Fifty Ball and Thirtyfourstitches are likely dangers, although the latter could face competition for the lead.

Progressive over hurdles and on the Flat, MR FREEDOM (nap) makes most appeal.

16:40 Curragh Handicap 8f - 19 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
17 1st (17) (9/2 +36%) Indigo Five	4.5 9/2(+36%)	(17) Indigo Five 9/2, Lightly-raced maiden. 14/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, respectable fourth of 15 in handicap at Listowel (8f, soft) 16 days ago, nearest finish. Finished first past post when mistakenly running as stablemate Ano Manna at Killarney last Saturday, so has to be respected. Wasn't qualified when first past the post last week; running well in defeat previously.
15 2nd (15) (15/2 +6%) Mogwli	7.5 15/2(+6%)	(15) Mogwli 15/2, Course winner. Latest win at Bellewstown in September. Respectable sixth of 20 in handicap (11/1) at Navan (5.8f, soft) 3 days ago, not knocked about. Significantly back up in trip and very much one to consider. Dual course winner; won over 1m last week and good run over 5.5f on Wednesday.
8 3rd (8) (10/1 -82%) Arch Enemy	10 10/1(-82%)	(8) Arch Enemy 10/1, Course winner. 5/2, creditable third of 16 in handicap at Naas (10.5f, good to soft) 41 days ago. Back down in trip. Can give a good account. Consistent sort who won at Listowel in June but this is more competitive.
9 4th (9) (33/1 +0%) Comfort Line	33 33/1(+0%)	(9) Comfort Line 33/1, Fifteen runs since last win in 2022. 20/1, last of 8 in handicap at Killarney (8.1f, heavy) 7 days ago. Visored for 1st time. Generally struggled since joining this yard and tailed off last week; visor back on.
13 5th (13) (16/1 +36%) La Dame Blanche	16 16/1(+36%)	(13) La Dame Blanche 16/1, Below form fifth of 12 in handicap (16/1) at Down Royal (12.8f, soft) 12 days ago. Significantly back down in trip. Merits consideration if back on her A-game. Won maiden last year; running well in h'caps at the start of the season but lost her way.
1 6th (1) (10/1 -11%) Loingseoir	10 10/1(-11%)	(1) Loingseoir 10/1, C&D winner. 28/1, creditable fourth of 11 in handicap at this course (7f, soft) 14 days ago. Can give a good account. Won this last year; generally running well in defeat this term and can go well back at 1m.
7 7th (7) (25/1 -56%) Rio Largo	25 25/1(-56%)	(7) Rio Largo 25/1, Latest win at Galway in July. Seventh of 11 in handicap (9/1) at Bellewstown (7.8f, good) 39 days ago. Has work to do. Career best efforts have come over 7f; doesn't look well treated on recent efforts over 1m.
16 8th (16) (18/1 -50%) Speckled Meadow	18 18/1(-50%)	(16) Speckled Meadow 18/1, 3/1, seventh of 8 in handicap at Bellewstown (7.6f, heavy) 9 days ago. Others appeal more. Both wins came on testing ground last term; not as consistent this season.
10 9th (10) (33/1 -65%) Hokusai	33 33/1(-65%)	(10) Hokusai 33/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Tenth of 15 in maiden at Bellewstown (7.8f, good, 4/1) 39 days ago. Stable in good form. Makes handicap debut. Needs to bounce back. Left previous form behind with Bellewstown 2nd in April but struggled latest; fair mark.
5 10th (5) (14/1 +13%) Sirjack Thomas	14 14/1(+13%)	(5) Sirjack Thomas 14/1, C&D winner. 4/1, last of 10 in handicap at Cork (8f, soft) 11 days ago. Others more persuasive. Seven-time winner including two over C&D; running well prior to poor run at Cork last week.
11 11th (11) (9/1 -29%) Rampage	9 9/1(-29%)	(11) Rampage 9/1, Latest win at Galway in September. Creditable 3½ lengths second of 9 to Mogwli in handicap at Bellewstown (7.8f, heavy, 7/2) 10 days ago, no match for winner. In the mix. Won twice this term; in form of his life but this is tougher than recent assignments.
2 12th (2) (16/1 +0%) Lady Arwen	16 16/1(+0%)	(2) Lady Arwen 16/1, Latest win at Gowran in September. Respectable fourth of 8 in handicap at Bellewstown (7.6f, heavy, 10/1) 9 days ago. Not ruled out. Gained first win over 1m last month but couldn't build on that last week; this is tougher.
6 13th (6) (9/1 +10%) Secret Magician	9 9/1(+10%)	(6) Secret Magician 9/1, Course winner. Latest win here in August. Respectable sixth of 11 in handicap (6/1) at this course (7f, soft) 14 days ago. Blinkers on 1st time. Enters calculations. 6f winner here earlier in year; not at that level since and 1m on soft may stretch him.
3 14th (3) (25/1 +24%) Coins Cross	25 25/1(+24%)	(3) Coins Cross 25/1, Course winner. Last of 11 in handicap at Roscommon (7.4f, good to soft, 12/1) 46 days ago. Beaten a head in this in 2022; went close at Leopardstown in July but out of form since.
14 15th (14) (10/1 -11%) Partisan Hero	10 10/1(-11%)	(14) Partisan Hero 10/1, Winner at Gowran in September. 7/2, below form tenth of 18 in handicap at this C&D (soft) 14 days ago. Trainer going well. Visor on 1st time now. Improved for h'caps; won over 1m at Gowran last month but struggled from 8lb higher since.
4 16th (4) (22/1 +12%) Overheer	22 22/1(+12%)	(4) Overheer 22/1, Latest win at Leopardstown in June. 40/1, nineteenth of 22 in handicap at this C&D (good) 42 days ago. Needs a couple of these to falter. Winning return in June and good run here in follow up bid but lost his form of late.
12 17th (12) (7/1 +50%) Akmaam	7 7/1(+50%)	(12) Akmaam 7/1, Below form seventh of 14 in handicap at Punchestown (8f, good to soft, 10/1) 24 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. Can make presence felt if shrugging off latest effort. No wins on turf since 2020; won on AW in March but arrives out of form.
19 18th (19) (40/1 +20%) Bride Tree	40 40/1(+20%)	(19) Bride Tree 40/1, 7/2, respectable fourth of 14 in handicap at Bellewstown (7.6f, heavy) 9 days ago. Plenty to find on form though. Running okay in defeat of late but long way out of the weights here.
18 19th (18) (50/1 -25%) Shimmerz	50 50/1(-25%)	(18) Shimmerz 50/1, Course winner. 20/1, last of 14 in handicap at this course (5f, good to soft) 49 days ago. Significantly back up in trip. More is needed. Course winner over 7f in May; well below form in 3 runs since; 2lb wrong.

LTO Selection:

16:40 Curragh Handicap 8f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

LOINGSEOIR would appear to have been teed up for this again having won the previous two renewals, the latest off 7lb lower. His recent course fourth would suggest he is more than capable of competing from his current mark, though, and he is fancied to complete the hat-trick. Rampage is 7lb better off with his Bellewstown conqueror Mogwli and it would be no surprise were he to reverse that form. Others to note include Lady Arwen, Hokusai and Speckled Meadow.

This looks wide open and it could pay to side with in-form MOGWLI, who should prove well suited by the return to this 1m trip and can also boast a course win. Fellow course scorer Secret Magician can also have a say, with Arch Enemy and Indigo Five (who was first past the post when mistakenly running as stablemate Ano Manna at Killarney last Saturday) completing the shortlist.

INDIGO FIVE was disqualified last week when mistaken for another horse but she won that well and is less exposed than most

16:45 Ascot Handicap (Class 2) 5f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
2 1st (2) (17/2 +39%) Badri	8.5 17/2(+39%)	(2) Badri 17/2, 4-time winner this year for Ruth Carr and he started out for his new yard with a good second of 13 in handicap at Newcastle (5f). Disappointing at Doncaster since and others are more appealing. Strong handicap form this summer, including C&D; better than latest effort suggests.
14 2nd (14) (14/1 +0%) Woolhampton	14 14/1(+0%)	(14) Woolhampton 14/1, Has taken well to the fitting of blinkers and didn't need to improve to record a first success in handicap company over C&D in July. Bit laboured at Haydock 7 days ago but return to this track could help. C&D winner in July & also ran well here last month; soundly beaten into third last week.
3 3rd (3) (11/1 -10%) Get It	11 11/1(-10%)	(3) Get It 11/1, Got off the mark for his current yard with a career best in 13-runner handicap at Wolverhampton in September. Race might have come too soon in the Portland next time, so he's no forlorn hope following more of a break. Ran well on slower ground than ideal latest; going well beforehand; one to consider.
15 4th (15) (50/1 -127%) Brave Nation	50 50/1(-127%)	(15) Brave Nation 50/1, Fairly useful as a 2yo but hasn't kicked on at all this season and looks set for another struggle. Struggled in sprint handicaps this season; down in the weights but lots to prove.
5 5th (5) (10/1 -150%) Mountain Peak	10 10/1(-150%)	(5) Mountain Peak 10/1, Boasts an excellent record at this track and arrives on the back of a close second to Call Me Ginger over C&D last month. Worth a chance to go one better. Welcome return to form when 2nd over C&D four weeks ago; drying ground a plus; dangerous.
13 6th (13) (16/1 -14%) Spring Bloom	16 16/1(-14%)	(13) Spring Bloom 16/1, Won over 5f at Newmarket in May and has been in good order of late, better than the result when eighth over C&D last time. Not a forlorn hope. Running well all season and his rider's claim is useful; shouldn't be too far away.
7 7th (7) (11/1 +31%) Existent	11 11/1(+31%)	(7) Existent 11/1, Losing run is mounting up and down the field at York two weeks ago. Others preferred. 10lb lower than for his Goodwood 2nd in August; often slowly away; risks attached.
12 8th (12) (17/2 -6%) Harry Brown	8.5 17/2(-6%)	(12) Harry Brown 17/2, Has shaped with encouragement several times this season and can easily be excused his latest run at Haydock (didn't get a clear run), so no surprise if he's on the premises from a handy mark. Had some excuses on turf this summer but he needs to bounce back from a poor run latest.
4 9th (4) (15/2 +32%) Tees Spirit	7.5 15/2(+32%)	(4) Tees Spirit 15/2, Five-time winner in 2022. Good effort at Haydock on penultimate start and was on the wrong side of the track in the Portland at Doncaster last time. Not one to write off. Ground too soft at Doncaster latest; earlier Haydock second brings him into the reckoning.
1 10th (1) (11/2 +21%) Intrinsic Bond	5.5 11/2(+21%)	(1) Intrinsic Bond 11/2, Won the Great St Wilfrid at Ripon for Tracy Waggott last summer and took his form to a new level when landing C&D handicap for new yard in July. Smart effort when close third in Portland at Doncaster last month and wasn't seen to best effect at York since. Considered. Bolted up over C&D on stable debut; held form since with the odd excuse; considered.
8 11th (8) (13/2 +7%) Call Me Ginger	6.5 13/2(+7%)	(8) Call Me Ginger 13/2, C&D winner, including in September. Easy to put a line through his latest run at Ayr and capable of getting involved if things drop right. Looked good when winning over C&D last month; excuses since; still on a dangerous mark.
10 12th (10) (6/1 +57%) Acklam Express	6 6/1(+57%)	(10) Acklam Express 6/1, Pretty useful at 2 yrs (listed winner) but arrives here on a long losing run and efforts so far this year do little to suggest that he's about to turn things around. Struggling this summer, often finishing weakly; dangerous if new yard can sweeten him up.
9 13th (9) (10/1 -43%) Bedford Flyer	10 10/1(-43%)	(9) Bedford Flyer 10/1, Becoming well treated and could be marked up for his latest run over C&D last month, finishing first of those to race up the centre. One to be interested in. Well treated on this season's best but that was the case when a beaten fav over C&D latest.

LTO Selection:

16:45 Ascot Handicap (Class 2) 5f Race Class Flow

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

An eye-catcher when runner-up on his debut for new connections at Newcastle in August, BADRI never got a chance to hit top gear when denied a clear run in the Portland. Compensation may await and he is narrowly preferred to Intrinsic Bond, who finished third in that Doncaster dash and won over track and trip in July. Fellow C&D winner Mountain Peak must enter calculations, along with last year's winner Dream Composer and Get It, who has done well since joining the George Baker stable.

MOUNTAIN PEAK enhanced his track record with a good second over C&D last time and, if things go his way, he's up to going one better. Bedford Flyer, who was first home of those to race down the centre in the same race, is a danger as well as Intrinsic Bond, although it's an open race in general.

A cracking sprint to round off the card and the prize could be going to Scotland courtesy of dual C&D winner CALL ME GINGER.

16:50 Fairyhouse Handicap Hurdle 16f - 15 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
10 1st (10) (4/1 +11%) Brownstone	4 4/1(+11%)	(10) Brownstone 4/1, 9/2, creditable third of 12 in handicap hurdle at Perth (20.2f, heavy) 10 days ago. Back down in trip. Should give another good account. Got into the money at Perth ten days ago, needs to step up on Irish form to feature.
7 2nd (7) (7/1 -27%) Depeche Mo	7 7/1(-27%)	(7) Depeche Mo 7/1, Third of 13 in handicap hurdle at Wexford (16.4f, soft, 4/1) 36 days ago. Claims if he's in the same form. Best form at Wexford, second there in May and third last month, modest form elsewhere.
9 3rd (9) (33/1 +50%) Papa Barns	33 33/1(+50%)	(9) Papa Barns 33/1, 25/1, pulled up in handicap hurdle at Wexford (17.4f, good to soft) 129 days ago. Others more persuasive. No impact in five maiden hurdles, has struggled on first two handicap hurdle attempts.
5 4th (5) (18/5 -3%) Sayitfirst	3.6 18/5(-3%)	(5) Sayitfirst 18/5, Career best when winning 14-runner handicap hurdle (13/2) at this C&D (soft) 5 days ago by ½ length from Banada Bridge. Can make presence felt. Narrow winner from Banada Bridge here on Monday, turnaround in weights favours runner-up.
4 5th (4) (10/3 -21%) Banada Bridge	3.333333 10/3(-21%)	(4) Banada Bridge 10/3, Remains a maiden after 16 NH runs. 10/3, good ½-length second of 14 to Sayitfirst in handicap hurdle at this C&D (soft) 5 days ago, going with enthusiasm. Worth a chance to go one better. Not beaten far in last three races, good chance of reversing Monday's form with Sayitfirst.
12 6th (12) (20/1 +20%) Cottage Artist	20 20/1(+20%)	(12) Cottage Artist 20/1, Unreliable sort. Remains a maiden after 16 NH runs. Respectable 15 lengths sixth of 14 to Sayitfirst in handicap hurdle (28/1) at this C&D (soft) 5 days ago. Fair sixth over C&D on Monday, unlikely to reverse form with Sayitfirst and Banada Bridge.
8 7th (8) (33/1 +34%) Ardad Derek	33 33/1(+34%)	(8) Ardad Derek 33/1, 22/1, eleventh of 13 in handicap hurdle at Killarney (20.2f, good to soft) 42 days ago. Back down in trip. Up against it. Soundly beaten on his first two handicap starts at Killarney and Wexford, makes no appeal.
1 8th (1) (8/1 +27%) Don't Talk	8 8/1(+27%)	(1) Don't Talk 8/1, Pulled up in handicap chase (18/1) at Tipperary (19.5f, soft) 95 days ago. Switches from chase to hurdles. More required. Could be given a chance on the basis of career-best when third over C&D on New Year's Day.
2 \|PU\| (2) (10/1 +38%) Princess Sophia	10 10/1(+38%)	(2) Princess Sophia 10/1, Winner in hurdle at Punchestown in May. Respectable 11¾ lengths fifth of 14 to Sayitfirst in handicap hurdle (20/1) at this C&D (soft) 5 days ago. Blinkers on 1st time. Fifth here on Monday, blinkered now for rematch with Sayitfirst and Banada Bridge.
11 \|PU\| (11) (16/1 +20%) Charle Brune	16 16/1(+20%)	(11) Charle Brune 16/1, Nineteen runs since last win in 2019. Bit below form sixth of 12 in handicap hurdle at Downpatrick (17.8f, good, 16/1) 40 days ago. Others more persuasive. Two wins for this yard in 2019, fair form on both starts since return from Britain.
14 \|PU\| (14) (20/1 -67%) Mourne Mist	20 20/1(-67%)	(14) Mourne Mist 20/1, Very good fifth of 17 in handicap hurdle (16/1) at Galway (22.2f, soft) 26 days ago, well positioned. Down in trip. One to consider. Seems to be improving gradually, big drop in trip now after promising 2m6f run at Galway.
6 \|PU\| (6) (33/1 -32%) Copper Coast	33 33/1(-32%)	(6) Copper Coast 33/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Pulled up in novice hurdle (40/1) at Tramore (21.6f, good) 126 days ago, weakening when bad mistake 2 out. Back down in trip. Makes handicap hurdle debut. May find her level handicaps but hard to be confident about her prospects here.
15 \|PU\| (15) (33/1 +0%) Save Tonight	33 33/1(+0%)	(15) Save Tonight 33/1, 50/1, sixth of 15 in handicap hurdle at Gowran (16f, heavy) 8 days ago. Makes little appeal. Remote sixth at Gowran last week was her best effort yet, a lot more improvement required.
16 \|PU\| (16) (40/1 +0%) Windsor Diamond	40 40/1(+0%)	(16) Windsor Diamond 40/1, Fourteenth of 15 in handicap hurdle (25/1) at Navan (15.6f, good to soft) 21 days ago. Hooded for 1st time. Has struggled in three outings since July following a long layoff, hooded now.
18 \|PU\| (18) (50/1 +0%) Rene Artois	50 50/1(+0%)	(18) Rene Artois 50/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 125/1, last of 12 in handicap at Down Royal (12.8f, soft) 12 days ago. Switches from Flat to hurdles. Poor on last hurdle outing. RESERVE. Second reserve, in rear on only handicap hurdle attempt, poor on Flat on last two starts.

LTO Selection:

16:50 Fairyhouse Handicap Hurdle 16f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

BANADA BRIDGE has been knocking on the door and it may open today. This six-year-old mare has been placed in her last three outings and was beaten a length or less in all three. A couple of those races were in a higher grade and Conor Smithers has been booked to lessen her burden by 4lb. Sayitfirst beat Banada Bridge by half a length over C&D recently, but the latter now has a 12lb pull in the weights so she will be eyeing revenge. This is a marked drop in trip for Mourne Mist who was far from outclassed in fifth over much further in Galway.

BANADA BRIDGE was narrowly denied by Sayitfirst over C&D last time despite travelling best and she's fancied to reverse the form on better terms with that rival. Brownstone is another one to consider.

With the difference in claiming allowances factored in BANADA BRIDGE can be fancied to reverse Monday's C&D form with Sayitfirst

16:55 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 6) 12f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
2 1st (2) (5/2 +69%) Pysanka	2.5 5/2(+69%)	(2) Pysanka 5/2, Shaped quite well when fourth at Lingfield but failed to build on it when sixth of 8 in handicap at Yarmouth (10.1f, good) 41 days ago. Up in trip, which promises to suit. Well worth a crack at today's trip but others appeal more than this nine-race maiden.
3 2nd (3) (7/1 -17%) Delvey	7 7/1(-17%)	(3) Delvey 7/1, Creditable third of 12 in handicap (20/1) at Kempton (11f) 19 days ago, nearest finish. Makes tapeta debut. 0-9 but stuck to her task pretty well when third at Kempton last month; each-way claims.
6 3rd (6) (17/2 -31%) Mini Mildred	8.5 17/2(-31%)	(6) Mini Mildred 17/2, Improved form when third at Bath in August but bit below form when seventh of 12 back there 5 days later. Given a short break and she's not yet exposed. Untested on AW but has claims if judged on her third of 13 at Bath in August.
5 4th (5) (13/2 -44%) Ghostly	6.5 13/2(-44%)	(5) Ghostly 13/2, Course winner. Latest win at Thirsk in August. 15/2, bit below form fifth of 14 in handicap at Thirsk (12f, soft) 19 days ago, though he was bumped at the start, which offers some excuse. Returned to form with two wins in August (one here); recent soft-ground defeat excusable.
8 5th (8) (12/1 +25%) Carouselle	12 12/1(+25%)	(8) Carouselle 12/1, Sixth of 8 in handicap at Epsom (12f, good to firm, 40/1) 23 days ago. In good hands but hard to warm to at present. Well beaten in all three handicaps; big leap of faith required to support her.
1 6th (1) (12/1 -243%) Moon Over The Sea	12 12/1(-243%)	(1) Moon Over The Sea 12/1, C&D winner. 3 wins from 9 runs this year. Creditable fourth of 11 in handicap at Leicester (10f, good to firm, 14/1), nearest finish. Off 131 days. Back up in trip. Expected to be bang there. 3-9 for new stable in early part of this year; has fitness to prove after break, though.
9 7th (9) (3/1 +40%) Louaizeh	3 3/1(+40%)	(9) Louaizeh 3/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 22/1, creditable third of 11 in handicap at this course (9.5f) 54 days ago, faring best of those held up. Up in trip and every chance she has a bigger performance in her. Stayed on for third here (9.4f) on handicap debut in August; upped in trip again today.
4 8th (4) (22/1 +21%) Baileys Warrior	22 22/1(+21%)	(4) Baileys Warrior 22/1, Remains a maiden after 17 Flat runs. 28/1, tenth of 11 in handicap at this C&D. Off 11 months. Tough to assess at present. Absent since down-the-field finish here last November and current ability hard to gauge.
10 9th (10) (28/1 -27%) Queenmambo	28 28/1(-27%)	(10) Queenmambo 28/1, 50/1, sixth of 7 in handicap at Ripon (12f, good to firm) 32 days ago. Has claims if judged on spring form but returned from break with two disappointing runs.
7 10th (7) (66/1 -65%) Ballet Blanc	66 66/1(-65%)	(7) Ballet Blanc 66/1, Remains a maiden after 17 Flat runs. 40/1, eighth of 11 in handicap at this course (9.5f) 12 days ago. Back up in trip. Cheekpieces back on. Risky proposition at present. Went close in 7f turf classified in June but recent form is very uninspiring.
11 11th (11) (25/1 -14%) Balmy Breese	25 25/1(-14%)	(11) Balmy Breese 25/1, 100/1 and blinkered for first time, sixth of 12 in handicap at this course (9.5f) 12 days ago. Up in trip. Put in pretty good front-running shift in first-time blinkers here recently; a possible.

LTO Selection:

16:55 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 6) 12f Race Class Flow

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

LOUAIZEH put in a career-best effort when third on her handicap bow over an extended 1m1f here in August and this step up in trip can help the three-year-old to get off the mark. Moon Over The Sea is only 4lb higher than when winning at Bath in April and he has to be of interest on his return to action. Delvey edges out Ghostly and Mini Mildred to be best of the rest.

This represents a slight drop in class for MOON OVER THE SEA and as a previous C&D winner, he has a lot going for him. Pysanka looks ready for this trip and he's feared, with Louaizeh a potential improver.

One with some potential is LOUAIZEH, who was doing her best work in the closing stages when third over 9.4f here on her handicap debut.

17:00 Newmarket Handicap (Class 3) 7f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (1) (7/2 -17%) Coco Jamboo	3.5 7/2(-17%)	(1) Coco Jamboo 7/2, C&D winner who justified support with an impressive success at Sandown last time, doing well to come from last to score with plenty in hand. Can follow up if the race is run to suit. Won with something to spare at Sandown three weeks ago and she's respected up 6lb.
10 2nd (10) (25/1 -79%) O G Beachwear	25 25/1(-79%)	(10) O G Beachwear 25/1, Lightly-raced winner. Career best when winning 4-runner minor event at Catterick (6f, soft, 4/7) 25 days ago. Handicapper has taken no chances with her opening mark but she's open to further improvement. Won Catterick novice; further improvement is possible but necessary off h'cap debut mark.
4 3rd (4) (5/2 +9%) Zouzanna	2.5 5/2(+9%)	(4) Zouzanna 5/2, Recorded a smooth success on return at Haydock (1m, good to firm) in May and back to winning ways in an 11-runner contest at Ascot last month. Can progress again, so merits strong consideration. Back on track with a win at Ascot last month; just 2lb higher here and on the shortlist.
9 4th (9) (11/1 +45%) Hot Chesnut	11 11/1(+45%)	(9) Hot Chesnut 11/1, Bagged handicaps at Chelmsford and Newmarket this summer but has looked in the handicapper's grip since. Should give her running but likely to find at least one too good. Below par at Sandown latest but has had a predominantly solid campaign; could bounce back.
2 5th (2) (10/1 +0%) Pastiche	10 10/1(+0%)	(2) Pastiche 10/1, AW maiden winner on second of her 2 starts as a juvenile and built on reappearance effort when landing a 7f handicap on July course in June. Hasn't been in the same form since. Won on the other Newmarket course in June but hasn't kicked on from that; tongue-tie added.
11 6th (11) (40/1 -21%) Premiere Beauty	40 40/1(-21%)	(11) Premiere Beauty 40/1, Hasn't fired the last twice and, while she had excuses last time, she has a bit to do from this mark anyway. Won at Lingfield in August but below par the last twice; goes back up in trip in a hood.
8 7th (8) (5/1 +38%) Speriamo	5 5/1(+38%)	(8) Speriamo 5/1, Capitalised on a reduced mark when making all on the July course a month ago. Seen to maximum effect there, though, and seemed undone by a rise when third here a fortnight ago. C&D winner who has been in good form the last twice and could make a bold bid.
6 8th (6) (14/1 +0%) Ivory Madonna	14 14/1(+0%)	(6) Ivory Madonna 14/1, Remains a maiden but produced best effort this season when fifth at this course 9 days ago. Return to this trip will suit and she's not completely ruled out. Inconsistent ten-race maiden but she kept on well over 6f here latest in first-time visor.
3 9th (3) (14/1 -40%) Vermilion	14 14/1(-40%)	(3) Vermilion 14/1, Lightly-raced 3yo who returned from a year-long absence with a solid effort in third at Kempton. Should strip fitter for that and scored over C&D on her final outing last season, so worth considering. Won 2yo C&D maiden last September, then absent until fair third last month; could improve.
5 10th (5) (9/1 +50%) Youngest	9 9/1(+50%)	(5) Youngest 9/1, Leicester novice winner (7f) at 2 yrs who ran with credit at Goodwood on penultimate outing but was never dangerous at York last time. Others are more persuasive. Things may click again at some point but others arrive with less to prove.
7 11th (7) (18/1 -64%) Red Maids	18 18/1(-64%)	(7) Red Maids 18/1, Improved to land a double at Yarmouth/Haydock in August and September, then shaped as if still in good order when fourth over C&D a fortnight ago. Remains of interest. Won two in a row then had an excuse over this C&D last time; not ruled out.

LTO Selection:

17:00 Newmarket Handicap (Class 3) 7f Race Class Flow

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

A taking winner at Ascot on her first try at this distance, ZOUZANNA should be open to plenty more improvement, despite the rise in grade. Oisin Murphy retaining the ride is a big plus and she is preferred to C&D winner Speriamo and Coco Jamboo, who did it quite comfortably at Sandown. Vermilion returned from a year-long absence at Kempton and is entitled to come on from that promising third.

COCO JAMBOO was impressive at Sandown last time and, provided the pace is sound, she's capable of following up. Fellow last-time-out winner Zouzana is the chief threat and O G Beachwear can't be ruled out.

C&D winner SPERIAMO (nap) was a good third over 1m here recently, when shaping as though this drop back to 7f could be a positive move.

17:05 Redcar Handicap (Class 4) 14f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
8 1st (8) (12/1 -20%) Award Dancer	12 12/1(-20%)	(8) Award Dancer 12/1, Shaped as if still in good form when fourth of 8 in handicap (8/1) at York (10.2f, soft) 2 weeks ago, finishing with running left. Significantly up in trip. Close over 1m2f penultimate start, easily best effort this term; 1m6f is step in the dark.
7 2nd (7) (8/1 +43%) Edge Of Darkness	8 8/1(+43%)	(7) Edge Of Darkness 8/1, 3 wins from 7 runs this year, latest at Newmarket in August. 4/1, did no better dropped in grade when fifth of 7 in handicap at Yarmouth (14.1f, soft) 16 days ago. Hat-trick over 1m4f this season; has not fared so well in three 1m6f races since.
2 3rd (2) (5/1 +17%) Haliphon	5 5/1(+17%)	(2) Haliphon 5/1, 33/1, ran poorly despite the return to a more suitable trip when ninth of 14 in handicap at Haydock (14f, good to firm) 4 weeks ago. Enters calculations. Went close at Yarmouth in July but that's been his only bright run this year.
4 4th (4) (7/1 -27%) Animato	7 7/1(-27%)	(4) Animato 7/1, Course winner. 12/1, bounced back to something like the pick of his form from last season when second of 8 in handicap at Pontefract (12f, good to soft) 16 days ago, running on. Has good 1m4f handicap form but his apparent creditable third over 1m6f may prompt caution.
1 5th (1) (4/1 +43%) Quantum Leap	4 4/1(+43%)	(1) Quantum Leap 4/1, Unreliable sort. 11/2, lost all chance at the start this time when sixth of 7 in handicap at Doncaster (14.5f, good to soft) 22 days ago. Needs treating with plenty of caution from a betting perspective. Not disgraced lately but he cannot afford to keep giving such a headstart to his rivals.
9 6th (9) (12/1 +0%) Gibside	12 12/1(+0%)	(9) Gibside 12/1, Latest win at York in July. Wasn't at his best when fifth of 9 in handicap (12/1) at York (11.8f, soft) 2 weeks ago. Back up in trip and more required. Below form lately; 9l 2nd of 3 when he tried 2m, so stamina beyond 1m4f remains unproved.
3 7th (3) (25/1 -56%) Haku	25 25/1(-56%)	(3) Haku 25/1, 14/1, respectable fourth of 8 in handicap at Kempton (12f) 5 months ago. May well need this on return. The layoff, a rare turf race and today's trip all pose serious questions.
10 8th (10) (4/1 -20%) Ala Kaifi	4 4/1(-20%)	(10) Ala Kaifi 4/1, Resumed progress to get off the mark in 10-runner handicap at Doncaster (10.2f, good, 10/3) 20 days ago, suited by emphasis on stamina. Significantly up in trip. Has good chance on form with that form working out particularly well (third and fourth both next-time-out winners). Lightly raced 3yo, off the mark at Doncaster (1m2f, soft) three weeks ago.
6 9th (6) (12/1 -50%) Notimeforanother	12 12/1(-50%)	(6) Notimeforanother 12/1, 2 wins from 5 runs this year. 10/3, failed to meet expectations on his first outing since leaving Keith Dalgleish when seventh of 8 in handicap at Pontefract (12f, good to soft) 16 days ago. Could well leave that effort behind here. Return to this longer trip may well suit; all turf starts have been on softer than good.
5 10th (5) (10/1 +0%) Wor Willie	10 10/1(+0%)	(5) Wor Willie 10/1, 9/2, fifth of 8 in handicap at Thirsk (12f, good to soft) 28 days ago, needing stronger gallop. Now 2 lb below his last winning mark so would be folly to discount. 1m6f/1m4f winner; not quite at his best in 2023 but well treated if back to his 2022 level.

LTO Selection:

17:05 Redcar Handicap (Class 4) 14f Race Class Flow

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

ANIMATO was gaining all the way to the line when just denied by a neck into second over 1m4f at Pontefract last month, and he was raised 1lb for that effort. The son of Ulysess shaped as if this step up in distance could suit, so he looks the one to side with. Quantum Leap struck in this grade at Haydock in July and could get into contention after contesting a class 2 event at Doncaster last time, while Edge Of Darkness is another to watch out for.

ALA KAIFI resumed his progress to get off the mark at Doncaster just under 3 weeks ago, and with better still to come now upped further in trip, Ismail Mohammed's 3-y-o is fancied to follow up at the expense of Haliphon, who has been given a chance by the handicapper after a couple of below-par efforts. Animato and Notimeforanother round off the shortlist.

Question marks over the whole field. NOTIMEFORANOTHER is interesting with the return to 1m6f and does not look fully exposed.

17:10 Fontwell Handicap Chase (Class 5) 20f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
3 1st (3) (11/5 +37%) Tamaris	2.2 11/5(+37%)	(3) Tamaris 11/5, Had a wind op before getting off the mark in 5-runner handicap chase at Plumpton (19.8f, good) 13 days ago. Well in the mix despite a 5 lb rise. After wind surgery he was an easy winner at Plumpton last month; big player again up 5lb.
2 2nd (2) (5/1 -43%) Auditoria	5 5/1(-43%)	(2) Auditoria 5/1, Got off the mark over fences at Taunton in March but below-par fourth of 7 in handicap chase at Fakenham (21.2f, good) in May. Blinkers replace a visor after a break with more required. Disappointing when last seen in May and needs to get back near her best on return.
5 3rd (5) (12/1 +0%) Solid Fuel	12 12/1(+0%)	(5) Solid Fuel 12/1, Remains a maiden after 16 runs and only seventh of 9 in handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter (19.9f, good) 38 days ago. Makes chase debut with something to prove. 16-race maiden who was tailed off last time and is out of the weights on this chase debut.
1 4th (1) (10/3 +5%) Abingworth	3.333333 10/3(+5%)	(1) Abingworth 10/3, Gained his breakthrough win in 2m4f Plumpton handicap hurdle and posted a respectable sixth of 11 there later in April. Much respected on his chase debut. Disappointing in his final hurdle run last season and has a bit to prove on chase debut.
4 \|PU\| (4) (9/4 +0%) Toad Of Toad Hall	2.25 9/4(+0%)	(4) Toad Of Toad Hall 9/4, Made it 2-4 this season with a career best in 6-runner handicap chase here (21.6f, good) 27 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Merits serious consideration despite a 5 lb rise. Record of 3-5 at this track and he won by 6l here (2m5f, good) last time; respected.

LTO Selection:

17:10 Fontwell Handicap Chase (Class 5) 20f Race Class Flow

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

There is a good chance that fences will bring about the best in Abingworth and any market support would make him of serious interest. Auditoria often runs well and shouldn't be far away on the back of a summer break. Slight preference is for TOAD OF TOAD HALL, who has already won three times at this track and whilst the drop in trip is not ideal, his jumping is sound and he may outstay his rivals in first-time cheekpieces.

TOAD OF TOAD HALL is enjoying a very good season and fancied to bag a third success on the back of his career-best victory here last month. Plumpton-scorer Tamaris rates the main danger ahead of Gary Moore's chasing-debutant Abingworth.

Preference is for 6yo TAMARIS, who really got his act together over fences when scoring in good style at Plumpton two weeks ago.

17:15 Curragh Handicap 6f - 18 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
9 1st (9) (9/1 +10%) Sunday Sovereign	9 9/1(+10%)	(9) Sunday Sovereign 9/1, C&D winner. Latest win at Bellewstown in July. Respectable third of 9 in handicap (7/1) at Bellewstown (7.8f, heavy) 10 days ago. Back down in trip. Claiming winner handles soft but others preferred now back in handicap company.
5 2nd (5) (10/1 +9%) Magical Vision	10 10/1(+9%)	(5) Magical Vision 10/1, Completed hat-trick at Naas in March. Ninth of 13 in handicap at this C&D (heavy, 4/1) looking a hard ride. Off 174 days. Down to her last winning mark with ground to suit and clearly runs well fresh so respected.
18 3rd (18) (11/1 +50%) Cnodian	11 11/1(+50%)	(18) Cnodian 11/1, 18/1, below form tenth of 16 in handicap at Gowran (8f, good) 31 days ago. Back down in trip. Goes well on soft, scoring at Limerick in June; needs to improve on recent form though.
8 4th (8) (18/5 +10%) Run Forrest Run	3.6 18/5(+10%)	(8) Run Forrest Run 18/5, C&D winner. Career best when winning 16-runner handicap (4/1) at Cork (6f, soft) 11 days ago, staying on well. Expected to be bang there despite 9 lb rise for what was a clear-cut win. Recent Cork winner up 9lb but good draw and one to consider.
10 5th (10) (17/2 -6%) Universally	8.5 17/2(-6%)	(10) Universally 17/2, Career best when winning 17-runner handicap (15/2) at Fairyhouse (6f, good to soft) 19 days ago, driven out. Possible to argue he was value for extra but assessor has reacted. Fairyhouse winner for whom 8lb rise seems plenty and draw not great.
3 7th (3) (16/1 +36%) The Snapper	16 16/1(+36%)	(3) The Snapper 16/1, Latest win at Navan in July. Respectable tenth of 19 in handicap (16/1) at this C&D (good) 56 days ago, never nearer. Cheekpieces back on. Bit to find on recent C&D run and draw a likely negative.
6 8th (6) (14/1 -17%) Transcendental	14 14/1(-17%)	(6) Transcendental 14/1, C&D winner. 7/2, respectable second of 7 in handicap at Bellewstown (5f, heavy) 10 days ago, no match for winner. Potentially favourable draw but more needed.
11 9th (11) (11/1 +8%) Iva Batt	11 11/1(+8%)	(11) Iva Batt 11/1, Thirteen runs since last win in 2022. 10/3, bit below form fifth of 10 in handicap at Cork (6f, soft) 11 days ago. No luck in running after slow start at Cork; draw a likely negative here.
15 10th (15) (16/1 -14%) Gosford	16 16/1(-14%)	(15) Gosford 16/1, Winner at Gowran in July. 5/1, ninth of 11 in handicap at Bellewstown (7.8f, good) 39 days ago, slowly away. Down in trip. Best form at 7f, others preferred.
12 11th (12) (14/1 +30%) Pinar Del Rio	14 14/1(+30%)	(12) Pinar Del Rio 14/1, C&D winner. Tenth of 11 in handicap at this course (7f, soft, 25/1) 14 days ago. Visor back on. Reduced mark, good draw and in-form claiming rider so could go well at decent odds.
7 12th (7) (14/1 +0%) Is That Love	14 14/1(+0%)	(7) Is That Love 14/1, Latest win at Leopardstown in August. Creditable third of 9 in handicap at Fairyhouse (7f, good to soft, 8/1) 19 days ago. Can give a good account. Long time since he won over this short a trip and hard to see him being involved.
14 13th (14) (66/1 -164%) Finsceal Go Deo	66 66/1(-164%)	(14) Finsceal Go Deo 66/1, 8/1, twelfth of 13 in handicap at Listowel (7.1f, soft) 18 days ago. Now a 12-race maiden and didn't get home at Listowel; ideally wants better ground.
17 14th (17) (16/1 +20%) Daisy Jones	16 16/1(+20%)	(17) Daisy Jones 16/1, Eighth of 10 in handicap at Cork (6f, soft, 5/1) 11 days ago. Booking of McDonogh a plus. All the better for recent comeback run but draw a likely negative.
2 15th (2) (9/1 +36%) Half Nutz	9 9/1(+36%)	(2) Half Nutz 9/1, Course winner. Eighteen runs since last win in 2022. Below form fifth of 11 in handicap (5/1) at this course (7f, soft) 14 days ago, slowly away. Can make presence felt. Not easy to win with nowadays but on a competitive mark if things go his way.
22 16th (22) (100/1 +0%) Below Deck	100 100/1(+0%)	(22) Below Deck 100/1, Twelfth of 14 in handicap at Tipperary (9f, good to soft, 18/1) 34 days ago. Significantly down in trip. Blinkers on 1st time. Uphill task. Struggled so far in handicaps and takes a drop in trip here with blinkers tried; 5lb wrong.
20 17th (20) (18/1 +55%) Gegenpressing	18 18/1(+55%)	(20) Gegenpressing 18/1, Fourteen runs since last win in 2022. Below form thirteenth of 20 in handicap (22/1) at Navan (5.8f, soft) 3 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. Well held at Navan on Wednesday; hard to fancy but is well drawn.
19 18th (19) (20/1 -25%) Spirit Of Eagles	20 20/1(-25%)	(19) Spirit Of Eagles 20/1, Winner at Down Royal in July. Very good third of 7 in handicap at Down Royal (5f, soft, 6/1) 12 days ago, slowly away. Bit unlucky at Down Royal; could go well if seeing trip out.
1 19th (1) (22/1 -38%) Nordic Passage	22 22/1(-38%)	(1) Nordic Passage 22/1, C&D winner. Latest win at Newcastle in August. 33/1, thirteenth of 16 in handicap at this course (5f, soft) 14 days ago. Bad draw here latest; much better draw here and drops in grade so don't dismiss.

LTO Selection:

17:15 Curragh Handicap 6f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

MAGICAL VISION excels when the mud is flying so the more rain the better. The lightly-raced six-year-old has enjoyed a summer break since failing in her bid for the four-timer over C&D back in April and she is back down to a nice mark. The ex-French Universally is settling into Irish life nicely and deserved his breakthrough success at Fairyhouse. He is up 8lb, which is 1lb less than the hike Run Forrest Run got for his comprehensive Cork victory. Transcendental and Sounds Of Spring are a couple more to consider.

RUN FORREST RUN has to overcome a 9 lb higher mark for his Cork win 11 days ago but that looks fully justified given the manner of that success so he may well be up to the task. Mark's Bear stopped the slide last time and a case can definitely be made for him from a handicapping perspective, with Half Nutz another to consider.

Value may be had in PINAR DEL RIO, nicely in on some of his best form, likes the ground, is well-drawn, and has an in-form claimer

17:25 Fairyhouse NH Flat Race 16f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
4 1st (4) (4/11 +55%) Arctic Gale	0.363636 4/11(+55%)	(4) Arctic Gale 4/11, Once-raced maiden. 7/4, second of 14 in bumper at Galway (16.6f, soft) on NH debut 68 days ago. Has the best form and looks capable of going one better. 7-4 fav for Galway festival bumper and only found one of Willie Mullins' too good.
1 2nd (1) (12/1 -60%) Can't Resist It	12 12/1(-60%)	(1) Can't Resist It 12/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 14/1, first run since leaving Denis Hogan when fourth of 9 in bumper at Listowel (16f, soft) 19 days ago. First run for yard after leaving Adrian Brendan Joyce. More required. Fourth in two of his three starts in bumpers including in slowly-run Listowel contest.
7 3rd (7) (16/1 -14%) Royal Cave	16 16/1(-14%)	(7) Royal Cave 16/1, Twice-raced maiden. Fourth of 8 in bumper (14/1) at Roscommon (15.9f, soft) 12 days ago. Needs to improve. Beaten around 8l both starts and may improve for Roscommon fourth after five months off.
8 4th (8) (22/1 +12%) Tankardstown Diva	22 22/1(+12%)	(8) Tankardstown Diva 22/1, €5,000 3-y-o, Jukebox Jury filly. Dam, ran once over hurdles, half-sister to fairly useful hurdler (21f winner) Amrons Sage. Fell sole start in Irish points (Apr 21). Others more appealing. Early faller when fancied in point-to-point in April; very capable amateur booked.
9 5th (9) (9/2 -13%) Tomavian	4.5 9/2(-13%)	(9) Tomavian 9/2, Twice-raced maiden. 3/1, fifth of 9 in bumper at Listowel (16f, soft) 19 days ago. Shaped well on debut and remains with potential. Pipped by previous winner on debut at Down Royal; fifth in slowly-run contest at Listowel.
2 6th (2) (66/1 +0%) Sirekoff	66 66/1(+0%)	(2) Sirekoff 66/1, Once-raced maiden. 100/1, twelfth of 16 in bumper at Punchestown (16.4f, good to soft) on NH debut 165 days ago. Was 100-1 when well beaten in valuable sales bumper at the Punchestown festival.
5 7th (5) (20/1 -43%) A La Carte	20 20/1(-43%)	(5) A La Carte 20/1, Once-raced maiden. Eighth of 10 in bumper (5/1) at Leopardstown (16f, soft) on NH debut. Off 7 months. Only 5-1 when well beaten at Leopardstown in March; no surprise if she leaves that behind.
6 8th (6) (22/1 +33%) Marys Call	22 22/1(+33%)	(6) Marys Call 22/1, €4,200 3-y-o, Elusive Pimpernel filly. Half-sister to 5f/6f winner Don't Tell Her. Dam unraced. Wears tongue strap. Flat-bred 4yo is half-sister to a winner in Greece; dam half-sister to 1m5f Listed winner.

LTO Selection:

17:25 Fairyhouse NH Flat Race 16f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

ARCTIC GALE may have been a beaten favourite in second on debut at Galway, but he showed plenty of ability and has a leading chance here. He was outgunned by a length and a quarter at the business end, but there should be significant improvement to come. Tomavian was only pipped by a head on a promising debut at Down Royal. She didn't really build upon that when fifth in Listowel, but could readily bounce back here. A La Carte was a market springer on debut at Leopardstown in March, but didn't meet expectations in eighth. A big run in this company wouldn't be a surprise. Can't Resist It and Royal Cave both have a shot at prize money.

ARCTIC GALE's second at Galway on debut is the best piece of form on offer and he's open to improvement, so he's a confident choice to open his account at the likely expense of Tomavian. The others all have something to find.

Galway runner-up ARCTIC GALE has been found a winnable contest and is the one to beat. A La Carte is likely capable of much better

17:30 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 6) 9f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (1) (6/1 -80%) Kaaress	6 6/1(-80%)	(1) Kaaress 6/1, 2 wins from 6 runs this year. 9/2, career best when winning 7-runner nursery at this C&D 28 days ago, just holding on. Has good chance on form. Improving filly who won two nurseries here last month (awarded latter race); big player.
10 2nd (10) (6/1 +45%) Go Your Own Way	6 6/1(+45%)	(10) Go Your Own Way 6/1, Winner at Bath in September. 18/1, sixth of 7 in nursery at this course (9.5f) 14 days ago, slowly away. Came god with clearcut turf win two starts ago; needs to kick on again here.
11 3rd (11) (18/1 -80%) Supreme Tenacity	18 18/1(-80%)	(11) Supreme Tenacity 18/1, 33/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, second of 8 in nursery at Redcar (8f, good to firm) 10 days ago. Makes tapeta debut. Looks competitive on form. Good second behind favourably treated rival on recent nursery debut; same mark here.
3 4th (3) (7/2 +50%) Made In China	3.5 7/2(+50%)	(3) Made In China 7/2, Thrice-raced maiden. Sixth of 9 in minor event at Ayr (8f, good to soft, 66/1) 16 days ago. Makes handicap debut. Seemed to make steady progress in his qualifying runs; makes AW/nursery debut today.
2 5th (2) (7/1 -40%) Dark Before Dawn	7 7/1(-40%)	(2) Dark Before Dawn 7/1, Good fourth of 9 in nursery (8/1) at Catterick (7f, soft) 14 days ago. Up in trip. Just a respectable fourth on nursery debut (7f, soft) but might fare better over this C&D.
9 6th (9) (9/2 +47%) Unleash Hell	4.5 9/2(+47%)	(9) Unleash Hell 9/2, Cheekpieces on for 1st time, good third of 8 in nursery at Chepstow (8.1f, good to firm, 3/1) 33 days ago. Makes tapeta debut. Respected. Placed on turf last month and has possibilities if this switch to AW suits.
7 7th (7) (10/1 +0%) Compton Bay	10 10/1(+0%)	(7) Compton Bay 10/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Third of 7 in maiden at Brighton (7f, good to soft, 18/1) 26 days ago. Up in trip. Makes handicap debut. Third in 7f Brighton maiden last month; upped in trip for AW/nursery debut.
4 8th (4) (16/1 -60%) On Borrowed Time	16 16/1(-60%)	(4) On Borrowed Time 16/1, Latest win at Beverley in July. Fourth of 7 in nursery at Musselburgh (8f, good to soft, 15/2) 21 days ago. More exposed than some of these but probably won't be far away.
5 9th (5) (11/1 -83%) Salsa Dancer	11 11/1(-83%)	(5) Salsa Dancer 11/1, Blinkered for 1st time, 5¼ lengths fourth of 7 to Kaaress in nursery (13/2) at this C&D 28 days ago, badly hampered. Not taken lightly. Might have gone close over C&D last month had he not been squeezed out and hampered.
8 10th (8) (25/1 -25%) Bramble Jelly	25 25/1(-25%)	(8) Bramble Jelly 25/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Eighth of 9 in maiden (125/1) at Sandown (7f, good to soft) 35 days ago. Up in trip. Makes handicap debut. Soundly beaten in three good 7f turf maidens during the summer; will find this easier.
6 11th (6) (22/1 -38%) Royal Expert	22 22/1(-38%)	(6) Royal Expert 22/1, 9/2, last of 5 in maiden at Brighton (6f, good) 33 days ago, unsuited by drop in trip. Significantly up in trip. Makes tapeta debut. Makes handicap debut. Close third on debut in June (6f) but not in same form since; up in trip for nursery debut.

LTO Selection:

17:30 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 6) 9f Race Class Flow

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

KAARESS arrives here on the back of two victories at this venue last month and a 2lb rise for the most recent of those wins may not be enough to stop her from making it a hat-trick. Compton Bay has to be of interest on his nursery bow having shown some promise at Brighton last time, while Supreme Tenacity and Unleash Hell are others to consider.

KAARESS clearly goes well on tapeta and can make it 3 from 3 here after another small rise. Supreme Tenacity made much more of an impact on his nursery bow when second at Redcar and rates the main threat ahead of Unleash Hell.

After some intervention by the stewards four weeks ago, KAARESS (nap) is bidding to complete a hat-trick of nursery wins at this track.

17:35 Redcar Handicap (Class 4) 5f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (1) (11/1 +8%) Muker	11 11/1(+8%)	(1) Muker 11/1, Latest win at Thirsk in August. Fifteenth of 19 in handicap (16/1) at York (5f, soft) 14 days ago. Needs a couple of these to falter. Coaxed back to form by N Tinkler; below par latest but in a hot race; this more suitable.
11 2nd (11) (10/1 +17%) Khabib	10 10/1(+17%)	(11) Khabib 10/1, Below form fifth of 9 in handicap (4/1) at Ripon (5f, good) 7 days ago. Twelve runs since last win in 2022. Down in the weights & threatening to come good; perhaps in a weaker race than this though.
2 3rd (2) (4/1 +43%) Ventura Express	4 4/1(+43%)	(2) Ventura Express 4/1, Below form ninth of 19 in handicap (25/1) at York (5f, soft) 14 days ago. Enters calculations if shrugging off latest effort. On a good mark and conditions won't both him; down in grade; one to take seriously.
12 4th (12) (25/1 -14%) Rose King	25 25/1(-14%)	(12) Rose King 25/1, Lightly-raced winner. 2 wins from 4 runs this year. 25/1, respectable third of 12 in handicap at Lingfield (6f, AW). Off 6 months. Makes turf debut. Not totally discounted. Unexposed 3yo; h'cap debut 3rd in April represents strong form; absent since; turf debut.
13 5th (13) (16/1 +20%) Paddy's Day	16 16/1(+20%)	(13) Paddy's Day 16/1, Below form fifth of 11 in handicap (16/1) at Chester (5.1f, good to soft) 35 days ago so needs to get back on track. Ran well over C&D in June but he hasn't built on that close second; others appeal more.
8 6th (8) (10/1 -25%) Mersea	10 10/1(-25%)	(8) Mersea 10/1, Latest win at Carlisle in August. 4/1, badly hampered home turn when fifth of 8 in handicap at Pontefract (6f, good to soft) 9 days ago. Player off a 1 lb lower mark. Comes here in form; easy to strike a line through latest run; may need stiffer test at 5f.
14 7th (14) (25/1 -108%) Leodis Dream	25 25/1(-108%)	(14) Leodis Dream 25/1, Won 12-runner handicap (13/2) at Beverley (5f, good to firm) 35 days ago, just holding on. Not taken lightly nudged up 2 lb. Narrow winner at Beverley five weeks ago; 2lb rise manageable but other pace on show.
7 8th (7) (9/2 +10%) Nelson Gay	4.5 9/2(+10%)	(7) Nelson Gay 9/2, 4/1, landed 9-runner handicap at Wolverhampton (5.1f) 28 days ago, well positioned. Booking of Doyle a plus. Should continue to give a good account. 5 of his 6 wins, including both for this yard, have come on AW; opposable back on turf.
15 9th (15) (15/2 +32%) Albegone	7.5 15/2(+32%)	(15) Albegone 15/2, Latest win at Catterick in September. Below form fifth of 11 in handicap (11/2) at this C&D (good to firm) 10 days ago. Sort to bounce back. Two Catterick wins this summer but beaten fair and square in weaker race here ten days ago.
4 10th (4) (10/1 +50%) One Night Stand	10 10/1(+50%)	(4) One Night Stand 10/1, Below form tenth of 19 in handicap (66/1) at York (5f, soft) 14 days ago. Has work to do. Beaten just over one length in the Dash five runs back; 12lb lower now; down in grade.
10 11th (10) (25/1 +0%) Eeh Bah Gum	25 25/1(+0%)	(10) Eeh Bah Gum 25/1, C&D winner. Respectable seventh of 12 to Soul Seeker in handicap (28/1) at Haydock (5f, good to firm) 29 days ago. Can give a good account. Theoretically on a fair mark at present but this looks a shade too competitive nowadays.
5 12th (5) (9/1 -13%) Soul Seeker	9 9/1(-13%)	(5) Soul Seeker 9/1, 3 wins from 13 runs this year. 5/1, won 12-runner handicap at Haydock (5f, good to firm) 29 days ago by head from Muker. Ought to be in the shake-up again. Three wins this year, most recently a narrow defeat of Muker at Haydock; one to consider.
3 13th (3) (12/1 -9%) Alexi Boy	12 12/1(-9%)	(3) Alexi Boy 12/1, Thrice-raced winner. 1 win from 3 runs this year. Winner at Lingfield in August. Fourth of 9 in minor event at Kempton (6f, 11/4) 19 days ago. Makes handicap debut. Needs to bounce back. Won a bad race (5f) at Lingfield but he did it easily; fair effort latest; unexposed.

LTO Selection:

17:35 Redcar Handicap (Class 4) 5f Race Class Flow

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

PADDY'S DAY wasn't beaten far into fifth in this grade at Chester last month and the handicapper has given him a chance by dropping him 3lb in the weights. The three-year-old now competes off an appealing mark and he ought to go very close. Alexi Boy failed to carry his penalty to success at Kempton last time, but he warrants a market check on his handicap bow. Of the remainder, Nelson Gay is the most interesting.

MERSEA arrives in very good nick and didn't enjoy the rub of the green when fifth at Pontefract last time out so is fancied to gain compensation off a 1 lb lower mark here. Wolverhampton-scorer Nelson Gay arrives on a handy-looking mark so rates a big threat, while fellow recent winners Soul Seeker and Leodis Dream also warrant plenty of respect in a very open sprint.

Alexi Boy still has some potential but this drop in grade can see VENTURA EXPRESS (nap) resume winning ways.

17:45 Fontwell NH Flat Race (Class 5) 18f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
2 1st (2) (1.75/1 +47%) Court In The Act	1.75 1.75/1(+47%)	(2) Court In The Act 1.75/1, Built on minor promise of debut when a good third at Huntingdon 149 days ago, finishing well. Has left Oliver Sherwood and joined a shrewd outfit since, so looks a big player. Third of 16 at Huntingdon for Oliver Sherwood in the spring; first run for Harry Derham.
5 2nd (5) (3.5/1 -56%) Faha Belle	3.5 3.5/1(-56%)	(5) Faha Belle 3.5/1, Winning pointer who offered plenty of encouragement when fifth at Ludlow on Rules debut five months ago. Open to improvement and deserves respect. Irish point winner; quite promising fifth against own sex in Ludlow bumper in May.
1 3rd (1) (13/8 -30%) Sea Invasion	1.625 13/8(-30%)	(1) Sea Invasion 13/8, €38,000 3-y-o, £110,000 4-y-o, Sea Moon gelding. Half-brother to 6f-15f winner in Italy Absolute Silence. Dam 9f-1¾m winner in Germany. Runner-up sole start in Irish points (May 2022). Worth a chance to make a successful Rules debut. Split two subsequent rules winners when 2nd on Irish point debut (May 2022); £110,000 buy.
3 4th (3) (25/1 +50%) Holy Legend	25 25/1(+50%)	(3) Holy Legend 25/1, From a good family but there wasn't enough promise in his debut at Chepstow 6 months ago to make him of serious interest in this. Not beaten far when eighth of nine on debut but others have more persuasive form.
7 5th (7) (40/1 -43%) Nomoreblackjack	40 40/1(-43%)	(7) Nomoreblackjack 40/1, 5,000 gns 3-y-o, £4,800 4-y-o, Dartmouth filly. Dam unraced from a good family. Third on first of 2 starts in points, unplaced last time (May 14). Probably a long-term prospect. Showed only minor promise in two maiden points in the spring; rules debut today.
6 6th (6) (15/2 +46%) Fortuna Major	7.5 15/2(+46%)	(6) Fortuna Major 15/2, Soldier of Fortune mare. Dam (b81) bumper winner out of useful 2m-2½m hurdle winner Grangeclare Lark. Makes some appeal on pedigree and warrants a market check. First foal; dam won a bumper on her only start; market may guide.
4 7th (4) (100/1 -52%) Roczen	100 100/1(-52%)	(4) Roczen 100/1, Related to a point winner but little encouragement in two bumper starts to date. Set for another struggle. Well beaten on first two starts and needs a transformation.

LTO Selection:

17:45 Fontwell NH Flat Race (Class 5) 18f Race Class Flow

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

FAHA BELLE sets a clear form standard for those that have already run under Rules and she is entitled to build on her fifth at Ludlow in May. There should be more to come from both Sea Invasion and Court In The Act and they will give the selection plenty to think about, while any market support for Fortuna Major should be noted.

SEA INVASION cost six figures after a promising debut in points and he's joined a stable that often has similar types ready for their debut in bumpers, so he gets the nod over Faha Belle, who seems likely to improve. Court In The Act also makes some appeal.

The most interesting runner is SEA INVASION, who changed hands for a six-figure sum after finishing second in a good Irish point.

18:00 Wolverhampton Maiden (Class 5) 7f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
6 1st (6) (7/4 +7%) Secret Bid	1.75 7/4(+7%)	(6) Secret Bid 7/4, Stepped up on debut run when second of 13 in maiden at Chepstow (7.1f, good, 5/4) 40 days ago. That is just about the best form on offer. Went close in both his runs in August and he's respected back on AW: been gelded.
3 2nd (3) (10/3 -33%) Dr Foster	3.333333 10/3(-33%)	(3) Dr Foster 10/3, Thrice-raced colt. Third of 7 in maiden at Catterick (6f, soft, 5/6) 14 days ago. Back up in trip. Cheekpieces on first time and he's a key form player. Sets the standard on his Newmarket second and he could kick on again back up in trip.
9 3rd (9) (7/2 +0%) Too Much Trevor	3.5 7/2(+0%)	(9) Too Much Trevor 7/2, Runner-up both starts, improving in form terms second of 9 in maiden at Windsor (6f, good to firm). Off 138 days and he doesn't look totally straightforward. Second in two sprints in the spring, including a close call last time; respected on return.
11 4th (11) (50/1 -52%) Lincoln's Inn	50 50/1(-52%)	(11) Lincoln's Inn 50/1, Twice-raced filly. 150/1, fifth of 11 in novice event at Newcastle (6f) 18 days ago, not knocked about. Some ability at Newcastle (6f) last month but she needs another major step forward here.
7 5th (7) (33/1 +0%) Serengeti Sunrise	33 33/1(+0%)	(7) Serengeti Sunrise 33/1, Foaled March 30. €9,500 foal, €10,000 yearling, Dandy Man gelding. Brother to 5f winner Ventura Flame and half-brother to 3 winners, including 2-y-o 7f winner Thebestisyettobe and 9.5f/1¼m winner Midgetonamission. Related to several winners and yard is 19% with 2yos this year; needs watching in market.
12 6th (12) (15/2 +25%) My Clementine	7.5 15/2(+25%)	(12) My Clementine 15/2, Twice-raced filly. 2/1, second of 6 in maiden at Musselburgh (7.2f, good to soft) 21 days ago. Held in two small-field events last month and needs improvement on this switch to AW.
2 7th (2) (66/1 -32%) Call Henry	66 66/1(-32%)	(2) Call Henry 66/1, Foaled February 23. 11,000 gns yearling, Territories colt. Dam, 7f winner, half-sister to useful winner up to 1½m Elronaq out of smart 6f winner Cartimandua. 11,000gns yearling; has fair standard to aim at on debut and is best watched.
4 8th (4) (25/1 +24%) New York Bob	25 25/1(+24%)	(4) New York Bob 25/1, Foaled April 24. 5,500 gns foal, 2,500 gns yearling, Eqtidaar colt. Half-brother to several winners, including 2-y-o 6.5f/7f winner Aqlaam Vision and winner up to 6f Essaka. This looks a tough enough starting point and yard is 1-13 with 2yos this season.
8 9th (8) (8/1 +27%) Terratino Fire	8 8/1(+27%)	(8) Terratino Fire 8/1, Eighth of 12 in maiden (11/2) at Chester (7f, soft) 22 days ago, slowly away. Never involved in two runs at Chester and he needs a transformation on this switch to AW.
10 10th (10) (150/1 -50%) Lily's Secret	150 150/1(-50%)	(10) Lily's Secret 150/1, Sixth of 7 in maiden (100/1) at Bath (5.7f, firm) on debut 31 days ago. Up in trip. 100-1 for Bath maiden (5.7f) on debut last month and she finished a remote sixth of seven.
1 11th (1) (80/1 -60%) Alextrician	80 80/1(-60%)	(1) Alextrician 80/1, Foaled March 12. €10,000 yearling, Taj Mahal gelding. Half-brother to numerous winners, including useful winner up to 1¼m The Turning Point and 11f/1½m winner Etoile Bere. Dam won in Chile. Yard 1-26 with 2yos in recent years and he's probably a longer-term prospect.

LTO Selection:

18:00 Wolverhampton Maiden (Class 5) 7f Race Class Flow

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

Serengeti Sunrise is an interesting newcomer and any market support for George Scott's gelding on debut should be noted. However, the step up to 7f can help DR FOSTER, who has gone close the last twice, and, with the addition of cheekpieces to aid his cause this evening, he can get off the mark at the fourth attempt. Secret Bid and Too Much Trevor won't be far away.

DR FOSTER finished ahead of a couple of next-time-out winners at Newmarket, and while he was a shade disappointing at Catterick latest, he's fancied to bounce back up in trip. Secret Bid is the obvious threat, with Too Much Trevor another to consider.

Mick Appleby's DR FOSTER sets the standard and he gets the vote ahead of Secret Bid and the returning Too Much Trevor.

18:30 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 5) 5f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
5 1st (5) (4/1 +0%) Salvuccio	4 4/1(+0%)	(5) Salvuccio 4/1, Dutch Art colt who showed definite signs of promise on first 2 starts in novice company. Not at best on qualifying run when fourth at Redcar (5f) 18 days ago but no surprise to see a better showing now handicapping with cheekpieces enlisted. Has shown promise on turf and worth considering on nursery/AW debut; cheekpieces on.
8 2nd (8) (15/2 +25%) Mariamne	7.5 15/2(+25%)	(8) Mariamne 15/2, C&D winner. Respectable fifth of 11 in nursery at Leicester (6f, good, 10/1) 12 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time and return to the minimum trip may help here. C&D winner in May and return to 5f may suit, but others look stronger; cheekpieces on.
4 3rd (4) (10/1 +0%) Miss Mach One	10 10/1(+0%)	(4) Miss Mach One 10/1, Lightly-raced winner who was out of her depth when 13¼ lengths last of 12 to Juniper Berries in Group 3 Dick Poole Fillies' Stakes at Salisbury (6f) 30 days ago. Needs to pull out a bit more on nursery bow. Out of her depth in a Group 3 last time, but a bit more needed on nursery debut.
7 4th (7) (25/1 -150%) Rogue Rosie	25 25/1(-150%)	(7) Rogue Rosie 25/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Third of 5 in minor event (13/2) at this C&D 35 days ago. Makes handicap debut. Needs to raise game. In the frame in all five starts, but doesn't appear to be progressing; more needed.
3 5th (3) (3/1 +14%) Specific Times	3 3/1(+14%)	(3) Specific Times 3/1, Showed improved form to make a winning nursery debut at York (6f) in July. Likely in better heart than form figures suggest following a hike in weights both outings since and no surprise to see her competitive down markedly in grade. Not short of speed so the return to this trip shouldn't be an issue; worth a second look.
1 6th (1) (10/3 +5%) Bazball	3.333333 10/3(+5%)	(1) Bazball 10/3, C&D winner. 3 wins from 9 runs this year. Career best when winning 7-runner nursery at Chester (5.1f, soft, 12/1) 21 days ago, driven out. Merits consideration. Record in nurseries 21211 and has won over C&D; major chance in hat-trick bid.
2 7th (2) (33/1 +0%) Sir Bolton	33 33/1(+0%)	(2) Sir Bolton 33/1, Second past the post on his 5f Yarmouth debut in April but was carried left and correctly awarded the race. However, down the field all 3 starts subsequently, gelded prior to trailing in last of 9 on nursery debut at Doncaster (6f) 3 weeks ago. Plenty to prove at present. Well beaten in three starts since awarded the race on debut; enough to prove.
9 8th (9) (33/1 -65%) Si Si Senor	33 33/1(-65%)	(9) Si Si Senor 33/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Tongue strap on for 1st time, twelfth of 13 in minor event (40/1) at Redcar (5f, good) 18 days ago. Makes handicap debut and the betting may prove a useful guide. Not built on a promising debut; more needed now switched to a nursery.
6 9th (6) (5/1 +17%) Fifty Grand Slater	5 5/1(+17%)	(6) Fifty Grand Slater 5/1, Fair colt who matched previous best when creditable third of 12 in maiden at Nottingham (5f) 11 days ago, no extra only in final 100 yds. Expected to give another good account returned to nurseries. Just over a length behind Bazball here in August and 7lb better off, but isn't progressing.

LTO Selection:

18:30 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 5) 5f Race Class Flow

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

The hat-trick seeking Bazball has a low draw and is in such good form that she seems sure to run another cracker. Slight preference, though, is for SALVUCCIO, who has shaped with loads of promise on his three starts to date and a combination of first-time cheekpieces and making his nursery debut can see him get off the mark this evening. Mariamne looks best of the rest.

Having opened her account on nursery debut at York, SPECIFIC TIMES has faced with some stern assignments on turf since and, with her yard boasting a particularly appealing record on AW with its juveniles this year, she could just be worth chancing from a handy draw/eased markedly in class. Bazball is compiling a good record in handicaps, and along with Salvuccio, heads up the dangers.

The bang-in-form BAZBALL looks the one to beat with her record in nurseries 21211. This is an easier race than at Chester last time.

19:00 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 5) 6f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
5 1st (5) (9/1 +0%) Regal Envoy	9 9/1(+0%)	(5) Regal Envoy 9/1, Latest win at Bath in September. Creditable third of 16 in handicap back at that venue (5.7f, good, 25/1) 21 days ago. Ran well on sole previous visit here and not underestimated despite wide draw. In good form at Bath lately; has run well over C&D but drawn wide.
1 2nd (1) (11/10 +63%) How Impressive	1.1 11/10(+63%)	(1) How Impressive 11/10, 4/1, career best when winning 11-runner handicap at Yarmouth (6f, good to soft) 17 days ago, looked well served by the drop back to sprinting then and he could yet have a little more to offer at this trip. One to consider from handy draw. Made all at Yarmouth last time; has won on Tapets and respected from 2lb higher.
6 3rd (6) (11/1 +45%) Belle Fourche	11 11/1(+45%)	(6) Belle Fourche 11/1, C&D winner. 18/1, seventh of 9 in handicap at this C&D 14 days ago, merely plugging on. First-time visor needs to have positive effect now. C&D winner who ran well on her reappearance here in July, but hasn't built on it; visor on.
7 4th (7) (7/1 -8%) Fifty Year Storm	7 7/1(-8%)	(7) Fifty Year Storm 7/1, Lightly-raced winner. Respectable second of 10 in handicap at Chelmsford City (6f, 13/2) 35 days ago, finding only a much-improved sort too good. Less exposed than most and another who should go well again. Polytrack winner who remains unexposed after just five starts; one for the shortlist.
8 5th (8) (9/1 +18%) El Hombre	9 9/1(+18%)	(8) El Hombre 9/1, 3-time C&D winner. Latest win at Lingfield in March. 22/1, respectable fifth of 9 in handicap at this C&D 14 days ago, effort when not clear run entering straight and never nearer. May be sharper with that under his belt and handy draw to operate from here. Three-time C&D winner who may have needed his recent return; capable of playing a part.
11 6th (11) (14/1 -27%) The Princes Poet	14 14/1(-27%)	(11) The Princes Poet 14/1, Latest win at Brighton (6f) in May. Dispelled lesser effort when third of 4 in handicap back at that venue (5.3f) 33 days ago, despite looking unsuited by drop in trip. Cheekpieces back on. Looks competitive on form. Down another 2lb and this Polytrack winner could figure if as effective back on Tapeta.
3 7th (3) (22/1 -120%) Some Nightmare	22 22/1(-120%)	(3) Some Nightmare 22/1, C&D winner. 15/2, fourth of 6 in handicap at Goodwood (5f, good to firm) 32 days ago, effort 2f out and no extra final 100 yds. Now operating 1 lb below last winning mark and he remains fairly lightly raced on AW. C&D winner, but not seen here since March 2022; 1lb below last winning mark; interesting.
9 8th (9) (12/1 -100%) Mokaatil	12 12/1(-100%)	(9) Mokaatil 12/1, Has been operating some way below his best this year but showed plenty of zest in a change of headgear when fifth of 10 in handicap at Nottingham (6f) 11 days ago. Lurking on a very appealing mark if building on that but draw could have been kinder. 1-16 on the AW and opposable from the outside stall.
4 9th (4) (14/1 -40%) Kessaar Power	14 14/1(-40%)	(4) Kessaar Power 14/1, First run since leaving Kevin Philippart De Foy when creditable fourth of 12 in handicap (12/1) at Chester (6.1f, soft) 22 days ago. Mark is probably about right on balance. Fourth on debut for this yard at Chester last month; each-way claims if building on that.
2 10th (2) (20/1 -122%) Mellys Flyer	20 20/1(-122%)	(2) Mellys Flyer 20/1, C&D winner. Latest win here in April. Not disgraced on the back of a 10-week break when fourth of 5 in handicap (15/2) at Epsom (6f, good to firm) 50 days ago. Starts out for new yard now. 1lb lower than when winning over C&D in April, but modest since; stable debut.
10 11th (10) (40/1 +0%) Beauzon	40 40/1(+0%)	(10) Beauzon 40/1, C&D winner. First run since leaving David O'Meara when last of 12 in handicap at this course (7.2f, 33/1) 12 days ago. That was his first start for 7 months but he remains 2 lb above last winning mark. C&D winner, but well beaten on recent stable debut; enough to prove for now.

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19:00 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 5) 6f Race Class Flow

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

BELLE FOURCHE has been edging down the weights and having shaped better than the bare result suggested when trapped wide last time, he can strike in a first-time visor if things drop kindly. How Impressive is in great form and is the obvious danger after scoring over this trip at Yarmouth last month off a 2lb lower mark, while Fifty Year Storm could be hard to keep out of the frame.

HOW IMPRESSIVE looked well served by the drop back to sprinting when opening his account on turf at Yarmouth 17 days ago and, from a handy draw, he could be worth siding with to follow up with his rider's claim off-setting his rise in the weights. Fifty Year Storm is less exposed than most and arrives in form, so she's feared, along with The Princes Poet. Mokaatil is another to monitor lurking on a very handy mark.

The choice is SOME NIGHTMARE who has dropped 1lb below his last winning mark and who showed some good form around here a while back.

19:30 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 3) 6f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
10 1st (10) (9/2 +47%) Change Sings	4.5 9/2(+47%)	(10) Change Sings 9/2, 2 wins from 6 runs this year. Career best when winning 11-runner handicap at Kempton (6f, 2/1) 29 days ago. Makes tapeta debut and remains unexposed at the trip. 2-2 in AW handicaps, but up 4lb in a better race and not sure he can dominate these rivals.
8 2nd (8) (11/2 -57%) Minnetonka	5.5 11/2(-57%)	(8) Minnetonka 11/2, C&D winner in September and looked unlucky not to win when second of 10 in handicap (15/2) at Newmarket (6f, good to firm) 9 days ago, left with too much to do. Remains of firm interest. C&D winner who looked unlucky at Newmarket nine days ago; one to be interested in.
6 3rd (6) (20/1 +20%) Song For Whoever	20 20/1(+20%)	(6) Song For Whoever 20/1, First run since leaving John S. O'Donoghue when eighth of 11 in handicap (18/1) at Chester (7f, soft) 22 days ago. Makes tapeta debut. Cheekpieces on for 1st time. Return to the AW may help, but others look more solid; cheekpieces on.
5 4th (5) (4/1 +20%) Batal Dubai	4 4/1(+20%)	(5) Batal Dubai 4/1, Latest win at Newcastle in July. 7/2, respectable third of 7 in handicap at Chelmsford City (6f) 23 days ago, left poorly placed. A strong gallop looks on the cards and that will suit. Dual Tapeta winner; one for the shortlist if getting the breaks from the inside stall.
7 5th (7) (6/1 +40%) Zero Carbon	6 6/1(+40%)	(7) Zero Carbon 6/1, Course winner. Five wins from 16 Flat runs. Creditable second of 8 in handicap (10/3) at Kempton (7f) 31 days ago, clear of rest. Cheekpieces back on. Needs considering. Record on the AW reads 3112112 and second in this last year; should run another big race.
4 6th (4) (13/2 -8%) Bosh	6.5 13/2(-8%)	(4) Bosh 13/2, 25/1, proved he retains most of his ability when seventh of 13 in handicap at this course (6.1f) 30 days ago, nearest finish. Caught the eye over C&D last time and one to consider if enjoying a kinder passage.
1 7th (1) (4/1 +27%) First Folio	4 4/1(+27%)	(1) First Folio 4/1, Failed to build on the promise of last run when third of 6 in handicap (5/2) at Yarmouth (6f, soft) 16 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Eased a further 1 lb. 5lb below his last winning mark, but this still looks a tough ask.
9 8th (9) (12/1 -50%) Sporting Hero	12 12/1(-50%)	(9) Sporting Hero 12/1, Good third of 14 in handicap at Southwell (5f, 8/1) 24 days ago. Back up in trip and remains unexposed on all-weather. Cheekpieces on for 1st time. AW record reads 113, but still to prove he stays this far and drawn widest; cheekpieces on.
2 9th (2) (50/1 -150%) Tabdeed	50 50/1(-150%)	(2) Tabdeed 50/1, Twenty runs since last win in 2020. 11/1, last of 6 in handicap at Yarmouth (6f, soft) 16 days ago. Needs to bounce back. Losing run up to 19 despite plummeting down the weights; best watched for now.
3 10th (3) (28/1 -40%) Princess Shabnam	28 28/1(-40%)	(3) Princess Shabnam 28/1, Tongue strap on for 1st time, fourth of 7 in handicap at Chelmsford City (6f, 9/1) 23 days ago, having run of things. Not very consistent since winning a Listed race at Pontefract in August last year.

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

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

MINNETONKA was slightly unfortunate to finish second (dead-heated) in a warm class 2 at Newmarket, having been continually denied a clear run from the two-furlong marker. The daughter of Kingman, a C&D winner last month, is fancied to bounce back now down in class. Change Sings won with more in hand than the winning margin would suggest at Kempton last time and he merits respect from a 4lb raised mark. Zero Carbon can chase the pair home.

MINNETONKA looked a shade unlucky not to win at Newmarket last week having been left with too much to do, so she's taken to gain compensation. Change Sings, Sporting Hero and Batal Dubai are a trio of potential threats in an interesting event.

This can go to MINNETONKA who won over C&D last month and who looked unlucky not to record another success at Newmarket nine days ago.

20:00 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 6) 10f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
2 1st (2) (15/8 +37%) Lunar Space	1.875 15/8(+37%)	(2) Lunar Space 15/8, Twenty one runs since last win in 2021 but bounced back to form from a tumbling mark when third of 13 in handicap at Chelmsford City (10f) 7 days ago. Makes tapeta debut. Not taken lightly. Good third off a tumbling mark at Chelmsford and is a big player if he can back that up.
4 2nd (4) (5/1 -43%) Casa Luna	5 5/1(-43%)	(4) Casa Luna 5/1, Creditable third of 11 in handicap at this C&D (4/1) 12 days ago. Respected off same mark. 0-13 but she's well treated on her best form and was a close third over C&D last time.
12 3rd (12) (15/2 +6%) Zakram	7.5 15/2(+6%)	(12) Zakram 15/2, One win from 22 Flat runs. Seventeen runs since last win in 2022. Good fourth of 11 in handicap at this C&D (7/1) 12 days ago. Creditable fourth over C&D latest but he's not easy to predict and has a record of 1-22.
10 4th (10) (50/1 -52%) Sao Timothy	50 50/1(-52%)	(10) Sao Timothy 50/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Ninth of 11 in handicap (33/1) at Lingfield (7f, AW). Off 123 days. Significantly up in trip. Hood on for 1st time. Hood is added at this new trip and he needs a transformation on his return.
11 5th (11) (5/2 +17%) Caramay	2.5 5/2(+17%)	(11) Caramay 5/2, 10/1, produced best effort to date when second of 12 in handicap at this C&D 12 days ago, conceding first run. Big chance from only 2 lb higher. 0-7 but she finished well to go very close over C&D 12 days ago; big player.
3 6th (3) (25/1 -127%) Calleveryoneuknow	25 25/1(-127%)	(3) Calleveryoneuknow 25/1, Cheekpieces on for 1st time, last of 13 in handicap (9/2) at Kempton (8f) 45 days ago, slowly away. Enough to prove on tapeta debut. Nine-race maiden who was tailed off at Kempton last time and others are more convincing.
5 7th (5) (9/1 +18%) Rumnotred	9 9/1(+18%)	(5) Rumnotred 9/1, 20/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, creditable fifth of 12 in handicap at this C&D 12 days ago, nearest finish. Enters calculations. 0-15 but he's on a much reduced mark and was an eyecatcher over C&D last time; dangerous.
7 8th (7) (14/1 +36%) Six Strings	14 14/1(+36%)	(7) Six Strings 14/1, Course winner who ran a typical race when fourth of 10 in handicap at this course (8.6f, 11/1) 4 days ago, never nearer. Won here in January but he's not threatened in last seven runs and needs to raise his game.
6 9th (6) (80/1 -60%) Rhyme Scheme	80 80/1(-60%)	(6) Rhyme Scheme 80/1, 150/1, sixth of 10 in handicap at Pontefract (12f, good to soft) 9 days ago. Down in trip. Has struggled under both codes for current yard and losing run is now up to 15; opposable.
9 10th (9) (40/1 -21%) Buachaill	40 40/1(-21%)	(9) Buachaill 40/1, Unreliable sort who ran poorly after 5 months off at this course (8.6f, 66/1) 12 days ago. Others more persuasive. Course winner in March but he's lost his way and needs a major revival.
1 11th (1) (14/1 -100%) Typical Man	14 14/1(-100%)	(1) Typical Man 14/1, Twelve runs since last win in 2021 and failed to justify support when only seventh of 8 in handicap (11/2) at Ffos Las (10f, heavy) 36 days ago, slowly away. Interesting to see if his backers return. Sole win was in May 2021 and he's struggled in his last two runs; others preferred.

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20:00 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 6) 10f Race Class Flow

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

Caramay was narrowly denied over course and distance 12 days ago and the unexposed daughter of Lethal Force looks set to play a leading role off 2lb higher today. However, a chance can be taken on CASA LUNA. Philip Kirby's charge has plummeted down the handicap in recent starts and she did well to be beaten just three-quarters of a length in third here last time, having raced wide throughout. Christian Howarth's 5lb claim could make all the difference and she gets the nod. Market support for Sao Timothy should be noted.

CARAMAY produced her best effort to date when runner-up over C&D 12 days ago and a reproduction of that form could be good enough to see her collect. Rumnotred and Casa Luna head the dangers.

Top of the list is 3yo CARAMAY, who finished well to go very close in a C&D handicap 12 days ago and is open to further progress.

20:30 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 6) 7f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (1) (11/2 +8%) Chifa	5.5 11/2(+8%)	(1) Chifa 11/2, 4-time C&D winner. Latest win here in May. Respectable fifth of 12 in handicap at this C&D (9/1) 12 days ago, needing stronger gallop. Not taken lightly. Has a fine record over C&D and did not get the run of the race from off the pace last time.
3 2nd (3) (7/2 +53%) Min Till	3.5 7/2(+53%)	(3) Min Till 7/2, C&D winner. 10/1, creditable eighth of 13 in handicap at Southwell (7.1f) 31 days ago. C&D winner; return to Wolverhampton (first time this year) needs to spark something.
11 3rd (11) (100/1 -100%) Reversion	100 100/1(-100%)	(11) Reversion 100/1, One win from 28 Flat runs. Twenty five runs since last win in 2021. Seventh of 12 in handicap (33/1) at Bath (5.7f, good) 21 days ago. Back up in trip. Very hard to make a case for. Sole win (28 races) was a maiden in 2021; has not shown enough this July-September.
5 4th (5) (13/2 +28%) Inverinate	6.5 13/2(+28%)	(5) Inverinate 13/2, Eighth of 10 in handicap (7/1) at Leicester (10f, soft) 25 days ago, finding test too much. Back down in trip. Sole win (13 races) came at 7f on Chelmsford AW in July; has mostly run respectably since.
4 5th (4) (33/1 -136%) Spring Day	33 33/1(-136%)	(4) Spring Day 33/1, 40/1, creditable fifth of 11 in handicap at this C&D 14 days ago, left poorly placed. Edging down the weights and interesting if the betting speaks in her favour.
9 6th (9) (2/1 +11%) Connected	2 2/1(+11%)	(9) Connected 2/1, Blinkered for 1st time, career best when winning 11-runner handicap at this C&D (11/2) 36 days ago, well on top finish. Expected to be bang there. Up 5lb but more to give after winning comfortably over C&D in blinkers on handicap debut.
2 7th (2) (5/1 -11%) Original Thinker	5 5/1(-11%)	(2) Original Thinker 5/1, Cheekpieces on for 1st time, creditable third of 11 in handicap at this C&D (12/1) 14 days ago, well positioned. Can give a good account. Still a maiden after ten starts but she was a close third of 11 over C&D on latest start.
10 8th (10) (28/1 -155%) Bishop's Glory	28 28/1(-155%)	(10) Bishop's Glory 28/1, First run since leaving Archie Watson when good second of 11 in handicap at this C&D (22/1) 54 days ago, well positioned. Made a good start for new yard when head second of 11 over C&D in August.
8 9th (8) (12/1 -9%) Mostallim	12 12/1(-9%)	(8) Mostallim 12/1, C&D winner. Latest win at Chelmsford City in July. Bit below form third of 9 in handicap at Chelmsford City (6f, 6/4) 23 days ago. Chelmsford win in July stands out this term but he has place claims on other 2023 evidence.
7 10th (7) (28/1 -56%) Iconic Knight	28 28/1(-56%)	(7) Iconic Knight 28/1, Course winner. Fifth of 7 in handicap at Brighton (7f, heavy, 3/1) 19 days ago, slowly away. Others more persuasive. Down the weights but has not fired often enough this term to inspire great confidence.

LTO Selection:

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

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

Chifa boasts a 50-percent strike-rate at this venue (4-8) and he must be respected with that in mind, but marginal preference is for MIN TILL. He was successful over track and trip from 3lb higher in November last year, and his latest Southwell performance would suggest he is gradually coming back to form. Connected and Original Thinker are others to consider.

CONNECTED showed much improved form to get off the mark in cosy fashion on handicap bow over C&D 5 weeks ago and looks capable of defying a 5 lb rise. Chifa shaped better than the bare result here 12 days ago so is feared as he bids for a fifth C&D win, with Original Thinker another to consider.

It looks highly competitive among the rest but CONNECTED could soon prove a good deal better than his current mark.

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Tomform Saturday 7th October 2023

Races & Results Saturday 7th October 2023

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13:10 Curragh Maiden 9f Race Speed Rating Flow

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13:30 Newmarket Handicap (Class 2) 10f Race Class Flow

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13:40 Redcar Stakes (Class 4) 7f Race Class Flow

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13:45 Curragh Group 3 8f Race Speed Rating Flow

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13:50 Ascot Listed (Class 1) 5f Race Class Flow

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13:55 Fairyhouse Maiden Chase 16f Race Speed Rating Flow

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14:05 Newmarket Stakes (Class 2) 6f Race Class Flow

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14:10 Redcar Handicap (Class 5) 10f Race Class Flow

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14:15 Fontwell Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 26f Race Class Flow

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14:20 Curragh Handicap 12f Race Speed Rating Flow

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14:25 Ascot Group 3 (Class 1) 12f Race Class Flow

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14:30 Fairyhouse Maiden Chase 22f Race Speed Rating Flow

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14:40 Newmarket Handicap (Class 2) 12f Race Class Flow

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14:45 Redcar Listed (Class 1) 6f Race Class Flow

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14:50 Fontwell Handicap Chase (Class 3) 18f Race Class Flow

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14:55 Curragh Maiden 6f Race Speed Rating Flow

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15:00 Ascot Group 3 (Class 1) 6f Race Class Flow

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15:05 Fairyhouse Handicap Chase 24f Race Speed Rating Flow

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15:15 Newmarket Group 1 (Class 1) 8f Race Class Flow

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15:20 Redcar Stakes (Class 4) 7f Race Class Flow

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15:25 Fontwell Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 19f Race Class Flow

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15:30 Curragh Listed 6f Race Speed Rating Flow

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15:35 Ascot Handicap (Class 2) 7f Race Class Flow

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15:40 Fairyhouse Maiden Hurdle 20f Race Speed Rating Flow

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15:50 Newmarket Maiden (Class 4) 8f Race Class Flow