There were 47 Races on Thursday 2nd November 2023 across 6 meetings. There was 8 races at Stratford, 8 races at Lingfield, 7 races at Thurles, 7 races at Wolverhampton, 9 races at Newcastle, 8 races at Chelmsford-City, no doubt Tomform helped you find a winner.
Races & Results Thursday 2nd November 2023
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(4) Getaway Theatre 16/1, €3,000 3-y-o, Getaway mare. Dam (c134/h124), 2½m-3m hurdle/chase winner, closely related to useful hurdler/chaser (stayed 3m) Clan Tara. Off mark in Irish points at second attempt (Apr 2). Point winner who brings potential to this rules debut and is not discounted.
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2nd (2) (4/6 +33%) Coco Mademoiselle
0.666667
4/6(+33%)
(2) Coco Mademoiselle 4/6, Off mark in Irish points and comfortably followed up in a bumper at Wetherby 7 months ago. Likely to go in again on first go over hurdles. Point and bumper winner who is a strong contender on this first hurdle start.
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3rd (9) (150/1 -436%) Smugglers Haven
150
150/1(-436%)
(9) Smugglers Haven 150/1, €10,000 3-y-o, £32,000 4-y-o, Elusive Pimpernel filly. Dam ran once on Flat, half-sister to smart hurdler (stayed 3m) Limini. Beat only other finisher on sole outing in points (Apr 8). British point winner who changed hands for £32,000 subsequently; possible contender.
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4th (5) (10/1 -54%) La Gomera
10
10/1(-54%)
(5) La Gomera 10/1, Successful on her sole outing in points and showed plenty to work on when runner-up on her Doncaster hurdling debut (19.4f) a year ago. Yet to back that up but could get back on track fresh from 6 months off. Her form is up there with the best in this field but others may have greater potential.
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5th (8) (15/2 +38%) Newmill Getaway
7.5
15/2(+38%)
(8) Newmill Getaway 15/2, Fair bumper winner who offered mild encouragement when runner-up in a novice at Exeter on hurdling debut 3 weeks ago. Should build on that. Bumper winner who has been runner-up on both hurdle starts, but this looks tougher.
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|F| (3) (10/3 +5%) Drumlee Spud
3.333333
10/3(+5%)
(3) Drumlee Spud 10/3, Successful on sole outing in points and promising efforts both starts under Rules, second in a novice at Bangor a month ago. Open to improvement and should feature. 3m point winner who went close on hurdle debut (2m3f); key player now up in trip.
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|PU| (6) (33/1 -267%) Our Pink Lady
33
33/1(-267%)
(6) Our Pink Lady 33/1, Westerner filly who did shape better than in bumpers when third in a Catterick maiden (19.3f) on hurdling debut. Too keen at Ayr 9 months ago and has left Stuart Crawford since. Worth monitoring in the betting. Improvement needed but new trainer has done very well with recruits from other yards.
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|PU| (1) (40/1 -233%) Bobbi's Beauty
40
40/1(-233%)
(1) Bobbi's Beauty 40/1, Successful in an Irish point and best excused (lost action) her debut at Cheltenham 6 months ago. Not one to write off, particularly if the market speaks in her favour. Tailed off in sole bumper but reportedly lost her action; won a point and not ruled out.
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|PU| (7) (200/1 +0%) Riccirella
200
200/1(+0%)
(7) Riccirella 200/1, Showed fair form when reaching the frame in a pair of Southwell bumpers in June, but offered little on Flat debut at Carlisle the following month and no short-term promise so far over hurdles. Runner-up in a bumper at Southwell in June but she's struggled over hurdles.
LTO Selection:
12:00 Stratford Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 22f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 4 race.
DRUMLEE SPUD looked outpaced over the extended 2m3f at Bangor last month, so it was to her credit that she was only beaten a neck into second. Ben Pauling's charge ought to have learned plenty from that initial experience and she is fancied to go one better now upped in trip. Point winner Coco Mademoiselle made a winning start under Rules when successful in a bumper last season. She needs taking seriously today, as does Newmill Getaway, who hit the woodwork at Exeter three weeks ago.
Having landed a point, COCO MADEMOISELLE created a good impression when winning a bumper at Wetherby 7 months ago and she's fancied to make a successful start to hurdling at the likely expense of Drumlee Spud, a fellow winner between the flags who has already offered plenty of encouragement under Rules. Newmill Getaway is another one to consider.
(11) Solid Silver 5/1, Kendargent mare. Half-sister to 8.6f-1¼m winner Hector's Here. Dam 2-y-o 6f winner. Market check advised. Half-sister to a fairly useful Flat winner; rare bumper runner for astute Flat trainer.
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(6) (7/2 -20%) Seaside Legend
3.5
7/2(-20%)
(6) Seaside Legend 7/2, Adlerflug gelding who had had a breathing operation prior to his debut and shaped as if the run was needed when runner-up at Hereford (16.2f, soft) 12 months ago. Bled at Fontwell back in February and has had another wind op prior to this reappearance. Runner-up on Hereford debut; had excuse when below that form on second start (bled).
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(5) (9/1 -11%) Mr Monopoly
9
9/1(-11%)
(5) Mr Monopoly 9/1, Mount Nelson gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to useful hurdler/fairly useful chaser (stayed 3m) Simarian. Noteworthy newcomer on paper. Out of a half-sister to useful jumper Simarian; stable does well in bumpers.
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(9) (11/8 +17%) By The Grace
1.375
11/8(+17%)
(9) By The Grace 11/8, Blue Bresil filly who showed plenty of ability only to be held back by inexperience when finishing runner-up at Southwell (15.8f, good) 6 months ago, just lacking the gear change of the experienced winner. Every chance she can go one better on return. Form of her Southwell second is nothing out of the ordinary but she represents a top yard.
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(3) (12/1 -9%) Martalite
12
12/1(-9%)
(3) Martalite 12/1, €50,000 3-y-o, Martaline gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to fairly useful hurdler (2m winner) Officieux. Worth a market check. Out of an unraced half-sister to a fairly useful Irish hurdler; market may point the way.
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(1) (14/1 -17%) Cool Style
14
14/1(-17%)
(1) Cool Style 14/1, Bred to do better over hurdles and merely hinted at ability when fourth of 6 in bumper at Sandown on debut in February. Improvement required. Beaten about 24l when fourth at Sandown in February but this race looks easier.
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(4) (25/1 -14%) Midnight Sting
25
25/1(-14%)
(4) Midnight Sting 25/1, Scorpion gelding. Dam (c106/h111) 2¾m/3m hurdle winner. Bred to need further. Out of a fair 2m5f/2m6f hurdler; stable 0-17 in bumpers during last five seasons.
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(2) (25/1 +0%) Greenways
25
25/1(+0%)
(2) Greenways 25/1, €13,500 3-y-o, Jukebox Jury gelding. Half-brother to 2 winners, including fairly useful hurdler Ally Cay. Dam unraced. Last of 3 finishers completed start in points, fell last next time (May 7). Did not show enough in the point he completed to be of major interest here.
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(7) (25/1 +0%) The Glen Rovers
25
25/1(+0%)
(7) The Glen Rovers 25/1, 10,000 gns 3-y-o, Dark Angel gelding. Dam, useful 1m winner, half-sister to fairly useful chaser (2m winner) Deadly Approach. Out of a well-connected Group 3 Flat winner; interesting newcomer.
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(10) (33/1 -32%) Dropitlikeitshot
33
33/1(-32%)
(10) Dropitlikeitshot 33/1, Pour Moi filly. Half-sister to useful chaser Tile Tapper, stays 4¼m, and fair hurdler Hot Ryan, stayed 3¼m. Dam (c107/h93) 23f chase winner. Tongue tied for debut. Half-sister to yard's useful chaser Tile Tapper; market support will make her of interest.
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(8) (66/1 +0%) Wonder King
66
66/1(+0%)
(8) Wonder King 66/1, Creachadoir gelding who shaped a bit better than the distance beaten suggested when well held on debut at Worcester (16f, soft) 3 weeks ago, dropping away tamely in the straight. Easy to look elsewhere. Well beaten when 33-1 for recent Worcester debut.
LTO Selection:
12:10 Lingfield Stakes (Class 5) 16f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 5 race.
With the Nicky Henderson team starting to get into top gear it may be sensible to side with BY THE GRACE. The four-year-old is having her second start after coming home second at Southwell in May and is reported to be in great shape ahead of her return. That experience may give her the edge. Mr Monopoly is an interesting runner for Harry Fry and could be one to watch, along with Solid Silver, a rare bumper runner for Sir Mark Prescott.
BY THE GRACE found only one with experience on her side too strong at Southwell back in May so provided she's ready to roll after 6 months off, Nicky Henderson's filly gets the nod to go a place better at the expense of Seaside Legend, who has clearly had his problems (bled last time and makes reappearance following a second wind op) but showed a fair level of ability on debut. Newcomers Mr Monopoly and Solid Silver look best of the rest.
Preference is for Sir Mark Prescott's newcomer SOLID SILVER, who has AW winners in her pedigree.
(1) Quantum Cat 2/1, Looked a good prospect when making a winning debut here (8.6f) 13 months ago but absent since finishing down the field in 10-runner Newmarket novice (10f) in April. Still, in leading hands and no surprise to see him thereabouts back on AW/following 6 months off. Well beaten on sole run this season (April) but won here last October on only 2yo start.
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(2) (2/5 +35%) To Catch A Thief
0.4
2/5(+35%)
(2) To Catch A Thief 2/5, Son of Cracksman who showed more than first time up when third of 10 in maiden at Leicester (8.2f, good) in June, keeping on final 1f. Gelded subsequently and very much the type to go on improving. Sound claims. Promise in April/June on both starts; gelded since; strong claims now up in trip.
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(4) (125/1 -56%) Climate Queen
125
125/1(-56%)
(4) Climate Queen 125/1, Once-raced maiden. Last of 6 in minor event (125/1) at Lingfield (10f, AW) on debut 37 days ago, left behind from 3f out. One for later on. Sent off at 125-1 and finished a well-beaten last on her debut at Lingfield in September.
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(3) (150/1 -50%) Apple Gin
150
150/1(-50%)
(3) Apple Gin 150/1, Offered little only start for Rod Millman at Chepstow in summer 2021 and similar story on belated return/yard debut over hurdles 4 days ago. Can only be watched here. Well beaten in 2021 on sole Flat run; pulled up at Wincanton on Sunday on first run since.
LTO Selection:
12:30 Wolverhampton Stakes (Class 5) 10f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 5 race.
Quantum Cat wouldn't be far away if he were to run anywhere near his official rating of 85, but the Kitten's Joy colt does have something to prove after finishing in ninth at Newmarket in April. With that in mind, this could prove a suitable opportunity for TO CATCH A THIEF to gain a breakthrough victory. The William Haggas-trained gelding posted a solid third at Leicester in June and a similar level of performance may suffice, while Climate Queen and Apple Gin may enjoy more success once in handicaps.
This looks a straightforward match between TO CATCH A THIEF and Quantum Cat. The former took a step forward from his debut effort when third at Leicester back in June and there's likely more to come back from a break/having been gelded.
Preference is for TO CATCH A THIEF, now he's upped in trip having been gelded. Quantum Cat is the danger.
(4) Laser Focus 4/1, 8/1, first run since leaving Henry De Bromhead when below-par fifth of 8 in novice hurdle at Wincanton (15.2f, soft) 14 days ago. Up in trip with more required. A return to form is needed but his best Irish efforts put him in the picture.
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(3) (9/4 +18%) Iddergem
2.25
9/4(+18%)
(3) Iddergem 9/4, Point winner who was placed both starts in maiden hurdles in 2022, latterly going close when upped to 20.2f at Perth. Off 15 months but will be a threat if he's fit enough to do himself justice. Absent since July 2022 but ran well back then and is in good hands; one to consider.
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(1) (10/11 +44%) Donnie Azoff
0.909091
10/11(+44%)
(1) Donnie Azoff 10/11, Fair chaser but he made mistakes when only fourth of 5 in handicap chase at Southwell (24.3f, good to soft) 30 days ago. Successful in this sphere here in September though so expected to be bang there. Two hurdle wins this year and he's a leading contender now back over hurdles.
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(2) (18/1 -13%) No Recollection
18
18/1(-13%)
(2) No Recollection 18/1, Modest hurdler. 66/1, pulled up in handicap hurdle at Carlisle (17.2f, soft) 14 days ago. Not discounted if back on his A-game. Won a Worcester handicap (2m, good) in June but has lost his form more recently.
LTO Selection:
12:35 Stratford Selling Hurdle (Class 5) 19f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 5 race.
Donnie Azoff struck over an extended 2m here in September and he must be respected following a series of creditable efforts, but Jamie Snowden's charge might struggle conceding 8lb to VORASHANN, who is 9lb clear on official ratings. The seven-year-old hasn't been seen since contesting a class 3 handicap on Boxing Day, but this looks an excellent opportunity to make a winning reappearance. Laser Focus appeals most of the remainder.
DONNIE AZOFF was successful over hurdles here in September so is fancied to bounce back in style quickly reverted to this sphere after a poor-jumping chasing fourth at Southwell last time. Iddergem is a long time without a run but still commands plenty of respect for the in-form Olly Murphy yard, while No Recollection must enter calculations too if back on song.
(5) Ben Lilly 6/1, Useful 7-time Flat winner for David Brown who made it 2-4 over hurdles this term in 3m Wincanton handicap 14 days ago. Very much one to consider despite a 3 lb rise. Can be tricky but has won two of last three; this looks tougher.
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(3) (6/1 +0%) The Imposter
6
6/1(+0%)
(3) The Imposter 6/1, C&D winner who signed off last term with a superb sixth success in handicap hurdle at Ascot (23.5f, good to soft) by 1½ lengths from Scamallach Liath. Gutsy type who is not taken lightly on his return. On a roll last season and could continue the good work with conditions in his favour.
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(6) (7/1 -8%) Halligator
7
7/1(-8%)
(6) Halligator 7/1, Lightly-raced hurdles winner who wasn't disgraced when fifth of 8 in handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter (2m4f, good) in June. One for the shortlist now back up in trip after a breathing op. Not at his best when last seen in the spring but has undergone wind surgery since.
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(7) (7/1 +0%) Lelantos
7
7/1(+0%)
(7) Lelantos 7/1, Scored at Newton Abbot in August and running well when unseated rider last in handicap hurdle at Southwell (24.3f, good to firm) 56 days ago. Needs considering. Quite consistent but more exposed than most and further rain probably not in his favour.
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(4) (7/2 +0%) Scamallach Liath
3.5
7/2(+0%)
(4) Scamallach Liath 7/2, Irish point winner who was placed on all his four runs over hurdles last season for Oliver Sherwood, cheekpieces on when second in 3m Ascot handicap in April. Weighted to go well on his return/yard bow. Chased home The Imposter at Ascot when last seen in April.
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(8) (10/1 -11%) My Last Oscar
10
10/1(-11%)
(8) My Last Oscar 10/1, C&D winner but he has been off for 7 months since coming in last of 4 in handicap hurdle at Taunton (23.9f, heavy). Needs to hit the ground running on his reappearance. C&D winner; stays well and soft ground fine but long time since he showed his best.
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(10) (11/1 +0%) Leading Swoop
11
11/1(+0%)
(10) Leading Swoop 11/1, Fair maiden hurdler who took a step forward when runner-up in 22f handicap at Fontwell in January. Off since but he can't be discounted. Best effort to date when narrowly beaten at Fontwell in January; absent since.
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(2) (11/1 +0%) Whydah Gally
11
11/1(+0%)
(2) Whydah Gally 11/1, Below par over fences last term, tried blinkered when third of 4 in handicap chase at Plumpton (25.7f, soft) 6 months ago. Back over hurdles for his return with something to prove. No joy chasing last season but on a good mark if he can recover previous hurdle form.
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(9) (12/1 -20%) Woodie Flash
12
12/1(-20%)
(9) Woodie Flash 12/1, Irish points winner who also landed a 23f maiden hurdle at Worcester in July. Cut little ice on both subsequent starts there in handicaps but may still do better with few miles on the clock. Well held in two handicaps since a Worcester maiden win in July.
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(1) (16/1 +0%) Tzarmix
16
16/1(+0%)
(1) Tzarmix 16/1, Lightly-raced winner over hurdles. First run since leaving Sam Thomas when last of 5 in novice hurdle (15/2) at Southwell (24.3f, good to soft) 30 days ago. More needed now going into handicaps. Maiden winner in March; tailed off on last month's stable debut; tongue-strap on.
LTO Selection:
12:45 Lingfield Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 23f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 4 race.
THE IMPOSTER hasn't been seen since April but he arrives with six wins from his last seven races, unbeaten on both appearances here, and has been a revelation since stepping up in trip. He does have a new high mark to suffer but if able to keep on improving, the six-year-old may add to past successes. Ben Lilly was value for further after idling in front when winning at Wincanton last month and could go well, with Leading Swoop and Scamallach Liath others for the shortlist.
SCAMALLACH LIATH shaped well without getting his head in front for Oliver Sherwood last term and is fancied to capitalise on a lenient mark now starting out for Harry Derham. The Imposter enjoyed a fine campaign last season when going in no less than six times and this C&D winner is feared most on his return ahead of in-form duo Halligator and Ben Lilly.
The progressive THE IMPOSTER could continue his winning streak.
(3) Good World 4/1, Fair chaser. 10/1, creditable seventh of 19 in handicap hurdle at Punchestown (23f, good) 23 days ago. Switches from hurdles to chase. Down in trip.
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(13) (6/1 +20%) Battle Away
6
6/1(+20%)
(13) Battle Away 6/1, Fair chaser. Excellent seventh of 13 in novice chase at this course (20.5f, soft, 33/1) 14 days ago. Needs to prove that she isn't flattered by latest effort.
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(7) (7/2 -5%) Tomas O Maille
3.5
7/2(-5%)
(7) Tomas O Maille 7/2, Fair hurdler. Fifth of 8 in handicap hurdle at Galway (19.1f, heavy, 3/1) 30 days ago. Makes plenty of appeal on chasing debut.
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(6) (9/1 +50%) Song For My Father
9
9/1(+50%)
(6) Song For My Father 9/1, Modest hurdler. Sixth of 12 in novice chase at Downpatrick (19.2f, soft, 16/1) on debut over fences 27 days ago.
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(8) (10/1 +70%) Umndeni
10
10/1(+70%)
(8) Umndeni 10/1, Modest hurdler. Eleven runs since last win in 2021. Modest winner at 22f over hurdles. 9/1, good fifth of 14 in novice chase at Tramore (21.7f, heavy) 21 days ago.
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(1) (12/1 +0%) Appian Way
12
12/1(+0%)
(1) Appian Way 12/1, Modest hurdler. Pulled up in handicap hurdle at Fairyhouse (24f, soft, 11/1) 31 days ago. Makes chase debut. Down in trip. Something to prove.
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(12) (12/1 +25%) Warm In Gorey
12
12/1(+25%)
(12) Warm In Gorey 12/1, Fair hurdler. Latest win in hurdle at Punchestown in June. 16/1, eleventh of 13 in handicap hurdle at Listowel (20f, soft) 45 days ago. Makes chase debut.
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(9) (12/1 -140%) Uncle Gerhard
12
12/1(-140%)
(9) Uncle Gerhard 12/1, Promising individual. 10/3, creditable second of 14 in handicap hurdle at Clonmel (16.4f, good), just failing. Off 17 months. Switches from hurdles to chase. Open to progress in this sphere.
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(2) (13/2 -44%) Battle Of Ridgeway
6.5
13/2(-44%)
(2) Battle Of Ridgeway 13/2, Fair winner at 19f over hurdles. 16/1, career best when winning 14-runner handicap hurdle at Clonmel (19.1f, soft) 175 days ago, driven out. Makes chase debut. One to note.
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(5) (20/1 -11%) Mahlers Cove
20
20/1(-11%)
(5) Mahlers Cove 20/1, Modest hurdler. Winner in hurdle here in March. 13/2, below form sixth of 13 in handicap hurdle at Tramore (16f, good to soft). Off 6 months. Makes chase debut.
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(4) (33/1 -32%) Maciver
33
33/1(-32%)
(4) Maciver 33/1, Fair hurdler. Fair winner at 22f over hurdles. Fifth of 7 in novice chase (11/1) at Killarney (23f, good to soft). Off 13 months. Down in trip. First run for yard after leaving Eoghan O'Grady.
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(10) (40/1 +20%) Val The Man
40
40/1(+20%)
(10) Val The Man 40/1, Modest hurdler. Blinkered for 1st time, eighth of 9 in novice hurdle at Downpatrick (17.3f, good, 25/1) 137 days ago. Makes chase debut.
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(11) (66/1 -32%) Vocito
66
66/1(-32%)
(11) Vocito 66/1, Fair hurdler. Last of 8 in handicap (14/1) at Tramore (12f, good to soft). Switches from Flat to chase. Pulled up on last chase run.
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(14) (66/1 -32%) Celebrating Katie
66
66/1(-32%)
(14) Celebrating Katie 66/1, Last of 14 in handicap hurdle at Cork (19f, good to soft, 20/1) 18 days ago. Makes chase debut.
LTO Selection:
12:55 Thurles Maiden Chase 18f Race Speed Rating Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's race.
BATTLE OF RIDGEWAY was a winner over hurdles when last seen at Clonmel in May and this looks like a nice starting point for him over fences. The Califet gelding scored on his handicap debut on his last outing and went up to a mark of 101 for that victory. That means he is a pound below the limit for this restricted contest. The fact that he has point-to-point experience is a plus. Tomas O Maille is on the top mark of 102 over hurdles and again this is a perfect place to start him off over fences. He was consistent without winning over the smaller obstacles. Uncle Gerhard was placed in a couple of handicap hurdles in the spring and is another that has to be considered back over fences, having been a fair enough fifth on his sole outing here back in March 2022.
TOMAS O MAILLE has been in consistent form over hurdles and seems a likely type to take to the larger obstacles, so he gets the tentative vote in a tricky contest. Fellow chasing debutant Battle of Ridgeway is a danger and Battle Away should take a hand if she can back up her latest effort.
(3) Heartrate 4/1, Latest win at Ffos Las in September. Respectable third of 11 in handicap at this course (6.1f, 8/1) 9 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Not taken lightly. Placed over 6f here last week and he looks worth another try at this trip; in the mix.
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(4) (5/1 +14%) Showtime Mahomes
5
5/1(+14%)
(4) Showtime Mahomes 5/1, Latest win at Musselburgh in September. 5/1, respectable sixth of 11 in handicap at Newcastle (7.1f) 13 days ago, having every chance. Still unexposed at 7f but he needs to find something extra to get back on the scoresheet.
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(1) (11/4 +9%) Intervention
2.75
11/4(+9%)
(1) Intervention 11/4, C&D winner who almost snapped his long losing run back sprinting at Kempton last month. Failed to build on the promise of that here since but can be given another chance. On long losing run and disappointing when favourite here last week; others preferred.
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(5) (13/2 +50%) Outrun The Storm
6.5
13/2(+50%)
(5) Outrun The Storm 13/2, Cashed in on a reduced mark in 9-runner handicap at Newmarket in July. Good second over same C&D next time and not seen to best effect all 3 starts since. Won at Newmarket in July but has not matched that form since; down the list.
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(6) (14/1 -75%) Phoenix Fire
14
14/1(-75%)
(6) Phoenix Fire 14/1, Confirmed return to form when fourth of 16 in handicap at Pontefract (8f, good to soft, 15/2) 24 days ago. Has solid record since his 7f win last November and he looks interesting back in trip.
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(7) (16/1 -60%) Granary Queen
16
16/1(-60%)
(7) Granary Queen 16/1, Nineteen runs since last win in 2022. Rare below par effort when tenth of 12 in handicap (7/1) at Kempton (7f) 15 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. Type to bounce back quickly. Disappointing last time and losing run is mounting up but she's a generally reliable type.
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(9) (16/1 -167%) Mykonos St John
16
16/1(-167%)
(9) Mykonos St John 16/1, Course winner who turned in his best effort of the season when second of 10 in handicap at Lingfield (8f, AW) 7 days ago, well positioned. Firmly in the mix with a repeat. Went very close off reduced mark at Lingfield and he's a key player back at this trip.
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(2) (17/2 -29%) Visibility
8.5
17/2(-29%)
(2) Visibility 17/2, 4-time course winner who ran well after 4 months off when fourth of 12 in handicap at this C&D (12/1) 9 days ago. Tapeta specialist who was a good fourth over C&D on his return last week; respected.
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(11) (18/1 -13%) Ravenglass
18
18/1(-13%)
(11) Ravenglass 18/1, Twelve runs since last win in 2022. 9/1, ran below form when ninth of 14 in 1m handicap at Kempton 15 days ago, though did have the worst of the draw. 0-11 this year and well below form at Kempton last time; others are more convincing.
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(8) (18/1 +20%) Abolish
18
18/1(+20%)
(8) Abolish 18/1, One win from 23 Flat runs. 40/1, seventh of 10 in handicap at Windsor (6f, good to soft) 17 days ago. Has struggled this year, including in two runs for current yard; needs a major revival.
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(10) (50/1 -60%) Candy Warhol
50
50/1(-60%)
(10) Candy Warhol 50/1, 16/1, seventh of 8 in handicap at Lingfield (7f, AW) 7 days ago. Tongue strap on for 1st time. Nine-race maiden who has finished in rear in his last three runs; tongue-tie now added.
LTO Selection:
13:05 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 5) 7f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 5 race.
HEARTRATE returned to form with a third-placed finish over 6f at this venue last Tuesday and the three-year-old is fancied to regain the winning thread now returning to 7f. First-time cheekpieces should only help Mark Loughnane's gelding and he may get the better of the in-form Phoenix Fire. The son of Fast Company has been in good heart on the turf of late and he's likely to be in the mix, along with the downgraded Intervention.
INTERVENTION failed to build on the promise of his last run here 9 days ago, but he wasn't seen to best effect having got no cover out wide, so is well worth another chance. Heartrate isn't long with his current yard and heads the dangers, along with Mykonos St John, who posted a seasonal best at Lingfield last week.
Scott Dixon has a strong hand with Mykonos St John and Visibility but PHOENIX FIRE gets the vote on his drop back in trip.
(1) Shakem Up'arry 4/1, As good as ever (tongue tied) when making winning return at Exeter last season and decent efforts in top handicaps since, notably when third in the Magners Plate at the Cheltenham Festival. Goes well fresh so big shout. Made the frame at the big spring festivals and goes well fresh; could play a leading role.
2
(2) (4/5 +73%) Nickle Back
0.8
4/5(+73%)
(2) Nickle Back 4/5, Looked a natural when making a winning chase bow in impressive fashion at Warwick on return and seems sure to progress and win more races. Can defy 10 lb rise. Won easily at Warwick on chase debut; up 10lb but could have more to offer over fences.
3
(3) (6/1 +20%) Hystery Bere
6
6/1(+20%)
(3) Hystery Bere 6/1, Fairly useful performer over hurdles (3-time winner) who made a winning start in this sphere in 4-runner handicap at Warwick in May. Had a pipe-opener back on the Flat 16 days ago and should have more to offer as a chaser. 1-1 over fences and has had the benefit of a recent spin on the Flat; on the shortlist.
6
(6) (6/1 -33%) El Muchacho
6
6/1(-33%)
(6) El Muchacho 6/1, Point winner who made an instant impact in handicap hurdles, scoring twice back in January. Plenty of creditable efforts in defeat after and not disgraced at Ffos Las on return. Makes chase debut (Irish point winner). Point winner who is a possible improver now tackling fences and is firmly in calculations.
4
(4) (14/1 +0%) Grand Roi
14
14/1(+0%)
(4) Grand Roi 14/1, Disappointing on his second stint chasing this season, including for current yard, and showed nothing back over hurdles latest. Has tumbled down the weights but he's struggled this autumn.
7
(7) (28/1 +15%) Magic Dancer
28
28/1(+15%)
(7) Magic Dancer 28/1, Made a winning reappearance at Cheltenham last season but well held subsequently, however. Has won when back from a break in the autumn in each of the last two seasons.
LTO Selection:
13:10 Stratford Handicap Chase (Class 3) 19f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 3 race.
NICKLE BACK turned a potentially trappy heat into a procession at Warwick, where he recorded a 24-length success. Sarah Humphrey's charge was hit with a 10lb rise for that win, but he can only improve over the larger obstacles and might be a tough nut to crack. Hystery Bere was in action on the Flat last month and that should have teed him up nicely for today. He can give the selection most to think about, while Shakem Up'arry is also noted.
NICKLE BACK made a striking successful debut over fences at Warwick on return 4 weeks ago, producing a bold-jumping display from the front, and he looks capable of defying a 10 lb rise with more to come. Shakem Up'arry ran well in some top handicaps last season and has a good record fresh, so rates a big threat, while Hystery Bere is another who took well to chasing when scoring at Warwick in May.
Point winner EL MUCHACHO is open to improvement on this first run over fences and he is the selection ahead of Hystery Bere.
(6) Safe Destination 3/1, Offered bits of promise in maiden/novice hurdles and made winning chase bow at the second attempt at Uttoxeter (24f, soft) 25 days ago by 4 lengths from Kap Chidley, responding well. Scope for better still if he can brush up his jumping. Pulled up on chasing debut but returned from break with clearcut win last month; respected.
5
(5) (6/1 -18%) Delgany Monarch
6
6/1(-18%)
(5) Delgany Monarch 6/1, Only one of the trio to show his form when off the mark in 3-runner handicap chase at Plumpton (25.7f, soft, 2/1) when last seen in April. More needed here up 5 lb. Form of his small-field Plumpton win in April is tricky to assess but this C&D also suits.
8
(8) (6/1 -9%) Percy Veering
6
6/1(-9%)
(8) Percy Veering 6/1, Decent second of 6 in handicap hurdle at Market Rasen (23.1f, heavy) when last seen in March but failed to complete both starts over fences last season so bit to prove back in this sphere on return. 0-6 over hurdles but kept on well for second at Market Rasen in March; chase debut today.
1
(1) (6/1 +0%) Kap Chidley
6
6/1(+0%)
(1) Kap Chidley 6/1, Improved when second on handicap/chase bow at Chepstow (19.4f) in March. Undone by a couple of errors at Newton Abbot but back on the up when 4 lengths second of 10 to Safe Destination at Uttoxeter on return. 5 lb better off with winner here. Good second on last month's seasonal debut at Uttoxeter and still has low mileage; player.
3
(3) (10/1 +0%) Felton Bellevue
10
10/1(+0%)
(3) Felton Bellevue 10/1, Modest maiden hurdler who has bettered that level over fences, winning handicap chases at Hereford and Market Rasen in early-2022. Mixed record last campaign, though, so bit to prove on return. Not one to rely upon heavily but went close over C&D in February and is now 5lb lower.
9
(9) (10/1 -11%) Eurkash
10
10/1(-11%)
(9) Eurkash 10/1, One win from 22 NH runs. Eleven runs since last win in 2020. 6/1, creditable third of 8 in handicap chase at Huntingdon (23.6f, good to soft), having run of race. Off 6 months. Should be on the premises if tuned up. Ended last season with good third at Huntingdon; contender if in similar form here.
4
(4) (10/1 -11%) Malinas Island
10
10/1(-11%)
(4) Malinas Island 10/1, Improved model in handicap hurdles and bred to make at least as good a chaser but has been off the track for 19 months. Dual hurdle winner in 2021-22 season; makes chasing debut after 590-day absence.
2
(2) (11/1 +0%) Le Tueur
11
11/1(+0%)
(2) Le Tueur 11/1, Dual winner at Fakenham last season. Below form when last seen but type to bounce back if ready to go after 6 months off. Off since poor run in April but ran well when fresh last season and won twice in March.
7
(7) (14/1 -17%) Shot Tower
14
14/1(-17%)
(7) Shot Tower 14/1, Poor form over hurdles and not much solid form over fences. Others preferred. Flattered by proximity when second in September and soundly beaten twice since.
10
(10) (20/1 +20%) Dysania
20
20/1(+20%)
(10) Dysania 20/1, Remains a maiden following 15 starts overall and his form went the wrong way on his last 3 starts in 2022/23, pulled up twice before finishing well held on his latest outing in April. Out of the weights so has enough to prove on his return. Form nosedived towards end of last season; needs to have been refreshed by six-month break.
11
(11) (50/1 +0%) Auld Sod
50
50/1(+0%)
(11) Auld Sod 50/1, Unreliable individual who stopped the slide to some extent when fourth of 6 in handicap chase (28/1) at Fontwell (21.6f, good) 53 days ago but remains opposable. 6 lb out of handicap. Ran well for a long way at Fontwell in September but has become very unreliable.
LTO Selection:
13:20 Lingfield Handicap Chase (Class 5) 24f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 5 race.
Malinas Island has won here over hurdles and he could be interesting making his chasing debut, but he has been off since March 2022 and a market watch may be a good guide to his chances now. SAFE DESTINATION showed improved form when winning fairly easily at Uttoxeter and although worse off with runner-up Kap Chidley, his jumping may see him confirm that form, though it could be considerably closer between the pair if the Tim Vaughan gelding improves for his first start of the season.
SAFE DESTINATION left his chasing debut form well behind when beating Kap Chidley by 4 lengths at Uttoxeter last month and he can confirm the placings despite a 5 lb swing. Le Tueur can make his presence felt if ready to go.
Safe Destination drew 4l clear of KAP CHIDLEY on the run-in at Uttoxeter last month but the latter might turn the tables here.
(11) Mcgrath From Clune 4/1, 10/3, below form sixth of 14 in handicap hurdle at Ballinrobe (16.6f, good to soft). Off 6 months. Switches from hurdles to chase. In rear on his sole chase start but could be given a chance on his best hurdles form.
8
(8) (7/1 +36%) Peckham Springs
7
7/1(+36%)
(8) Peckham Springs 7/1, Eleven runs since last win in 2022. 5/1, very good 7 lengths second of 10 to Itsalonglongroad in handicap chase at Tramore (15.5f, heavy) 21 days ago, well positioned. 0-9 over fences, need to reverse Tramore form with Itsalonglongroad who beat him by 7l.
5
(5) (7/1 +42%) Filon D'oudairies
7
7/1(+42%)
(5) Filon D'oudairies 7/1, C&D winner. 7/1, fifth of 6 in handicap chase at Killarney (17f, good to soft) 32 days ago. Second in this last year, lost form after C&D win last December, has slipped in ratings.
4
(4) (10/1 +55%) Gali Flight
10
10/1(+55%)
(4) Gali Flight 10/1, Remains a maiden after 29 NH runs. 11/1, running well when fell in handicap chase at Fairyhouse (24.5f, soft) 26 days ago. Down in trip. Has failed to build on a promising second at this venue in March, error-prone lately.
18
(18) (12/1 +14%) Go Battle
12
12/1(+14%)
(18) Go Battle 12/1, Remains a maiden after 18 NH runs. Good second of 12 in handicap chase at this course (20.5f, soft, 25/1) 14 days ago, sticking to task. RESERVE. Third reserve, 4l second over longer trip here last time, still seeking a first chase win.
7
(7) (12/1 -71%) Name Me Famous
12
12/1(-71%)
(7) Name Me Famous 12/1, 1 win from 3 runs this season. Latest win in chase at Clonmel in June. Fell in handicap chase at Wexford (16f, good to soft, 5/2) 135 days ago, closing when fell 3 out. Jumping a source of concern but should not be far away if putting in an error-free round.
6
(6) (12/1 -167%) Itsalonglongroad
12
12/1(-167%)
(6) Itsalonglongroad 12/1, 10/1 and visored for 1st time, improved to win 10-runner handicap chase at Tramore (15.5f, heavy) 21 days ago by 7 lengths from Peckham Springs, going with enthusiasm. Can make presence felt. Ended a long losing sequence over jumps with last month's Tramore win from Peckham Springs.
3
(3) (16/1 -33%) A Mere Bagatelle
16
16/1(-33%)
(3) A Mere Bagatelle 16/1, Latest win in chase at Kilbeggan in June. Fifth of 6 in handicap chase (6/1) at Gowran (20f, heavy) 33 days ago. Now 12lb higher than for Kilbeggan win in June, made a couple of errors at Gowran latest.
1
(1) (16/1 -78%) Look Dont Touch
16
16/1(-78%)
(1) Look Dont Touch 16/1, Remains a maiden after 22 NH runs. Third of 4 in handicap chase at Sligo (17.6f, heavy, 5/2) 36 days ago. 15-race maiden hurdler, showing a fair standard of form over fences, below best on latest.
2
(2) (16/5 +29%) Dundaniel
3.2
16/5(+29%)
(2) Dundaniel 16/5, Promising type. Winner in chase at Cork in April. Third of 8 in novice chase at Cork (17.6f, good to soft, 11/2) 18 days ago. Makes handicap chase debut. Has best chance on form. Winner of two points and a hunter chase, mistakes at last two fences in Cork rated contest.
10
(10) (18/1 +0%) Game And Glory
18
18/1(+0%)
(10) Game And Glory 18/1, One win from 25 NH runs. Eleven runs since last win in 2022. Modest winner at 20f over hurdles. Ninth of 14 in novice chase (14/1) at Tramore (21.7f, heavy) 21 days ago. Makes handicap chase debut. Ran well over hurdles on a few occasions during the summer, has shown little over fences.
13
(13) (18/1 +0%) Sefton Warrior
18
18/1(+0%)
(13) Sefton Warrior 18/1, Pulled up in handicap hurdle at Galway (22.2f, soft, 18/1) 52 days ago, beaten when pulled up before last. Makes chase debut. Makes handicap chase debut. Lacks chasing experience, poor form on the Flat and over hurdles since return from layoff.
9
(9) (22/1 -22%) Fassbender
22
22/1(-22%)
(9) Fassbender 22/1, 11/4, bit below form third of 8 in handicap hurdle at Downpatrick (17.8f, soft) 27 days ago. Makes chase debut. Makes handicap chase debut. Only two wins from 33 starts over hurdles but placed nine times, makes chasing debut.
16
(16) (33/1 -50%) Tincurra Lad
33
33/1(-50%)
(16) Tincurra Lad 33/1, 22/1, 13¼ lengths fourth of 10 to Itsalonglongroad in handicap chase at Tramore (15.5f, heavy) 21 days ago, faring best of those held up. RESERVE. First reserve, needs to reverse Tramore from with Itsalonglongroad and Peckham Springs.
12
(12) (80/1 -60%) Just For Yuse
80
80/1(-60%)
(12) Just For Yuse 80/1, Seventh of 12 in novice chase (150/1) at Downpatrick (19.2f, soft) 27 days ago. Makes handicap chase debut. Flat winner whose opening three runs over fences provide no encouragement.
The chart reads from right to left to today's race.
A visor worked well on ITSALONGLONGROAD at Tramore three weeks ago and if he comes here in the same vein of form he can follow up off a 7lb higher mark. The Lawman gelding posted a convincing seven length success then, when making all, and could be hard to peg back again. Peckham Springs chased the selection home last time and on 6lb better terms he is entitled to get a bit closer now. His trainer Dermot McLoughlin also runs Look Dont Touch, who has been knocking on the door and could pick up prize-money again.
DUNDANIEL shaped better than the distance beaten suggests after 6 months after at Cork 18 days ago, let down by his jumping towards the end, and this low-mileage 8-y-o remains of interest. Itsalonglongroad ended his losing run fitted with this headgear at Tramore so is another to consider along with Name Me Famous.
(3) Portsmouth 7/1, Foaled March 25. Gleneagles colt. Half-brother to several winners, including smart 1m-1¼m winner Chichester and 7f-1¼m winner Totnes. Makes plenty of appeal on paper. Half-brother to 4 winners, notably Listed scorer Chichester (RPR 112); apprentice ridden.
6
(6) (7/2 +0%) Swindon
3.5
7/2(+0%)
(6) Swindon 7/2, Foaled April 16. €45,000 yearling, 85,000 gns 2-y-o, Wootton Bassett colt. Half-brother to several winners, including 2-y-o 5f winner Dangerous Moonlite and winner up to 9.5f Anoline. Dam maiden (stayed 6f). Interesting newcomer. 85,000gns 2yo; half-brother to six winner and represents strong yard; considered.
2
(2) (10/1 -18%) Fouroneohfever
10
10/1(-18%)
(2) Fouroneohfever 10/1, Foaled April 25. €65,000 yearling, Too Darn Hot colt. Half-brother to 2 winners, including 1¼m-1½m winner Good Impression. 65,000gns half-brother to two winners; yard operating at 14% with 2yos this year.
7
(7) (11/1 +21%) Red N Blue Dream
11
11/1(+21%)
(7) Red N Blue Dream 11/1, Foaled March 23. 15,000 gns foal, 37,000 gns yearling, Bated Breath filly. Half-sister to 7f winner Arctician. Dam unraced half-sister to high-class miler Lightning Spear. 37,000gns half-sister to 7f AW winner Arctician (RPR 94); stable's 2yo strike-rate down.
1
(1) (11/4 +31%) Artistic Mission
2.75
11/4(+31%)
(1) Artistic Mission 11/4, Foaled February 6. Showcasing gelding. Half-brother to smart 6f winner First Folio. Dam 1¼m winner who stayed 1½m. Yard's juveniles still going strong and he's an appealing type on paper. Gelded half-brother to useful 6f winner First Folio (RPR 106 on Tapeta); good yard.
5
(5) (13/8 +73%) Savvy Exchange
1.625
13/8(+73%)
(5) Savvy Exchange 13/8, Foaled March 4. €27,000 foal, 110,000 gns yearling, Profitable colt. Dam, ran a few times on Flat/over hurdles, half-sister to smart winner up to 9f (US Grade 2 event) Tuttipaesi. 110,000gns yearling; appeal on paper but yard has not had a winning 2yo newcomer this year.
LTO Selection:
13:35 Wolverhampton Maiden (Class 5) 7f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 5 race.
The market is likely to prove informative in this contest where all of the field are making their racecourse debuts. Representing the Karl Burke yard, ARTISTIC MISSION makes plenty of appeal on paper. A half-brother to the highly-rated First Folio, the Showcasing gelding won't be found lacking for speed. Portsmouth is likely to want a bit further than 7f in time, but he also boasts a pedigree to be competitive in a race of this nature, while Swindon and Savvy Exchange are others to note.
The betting will doubtless be informative but it would be no surprise to see ARTISTIC MISSION go well for Karl Burke and he gets the vote over Swindon and Portsmouth as things stand.
Portsmouth and Swindon are likely types but ARTISTIC MISSION is preferred for a yard which has shone with 2yos this year.
(8) Brunello Breeze 5/2, Remains a maiden after 16 Flat runs. Blinkered for 1st time, good third of 11 in handicap at Southwell (12.1f, 5/1) 23 days ago. Not completely dismissed. 0-16; fair 3rd on AW debut with blinkers tried last time; headgear retained; place chance.
2
(2) (6/1 -9%) Bay Of Naples
6
6/1(-9%)
(2) Bay Of Naples 6/1, Latest win at Leicester in September. 7/1, good third of 13 in handicap at Southwell (11.1f) 35 days ago. Likely to be on the premises. Turf winner in September; fair efforts since, latest on Tapeta; good AW record; a possible.
1
(1) (8/1 -14%) Bookmark
8
8/1(-14%)
(1) Bookmark 8/1, Twelve runs since last win in 2022. 14/1, creditable third of 6 in handicap at Haydock (11.6f, good to firm) 56 days ago, merely closing up late. One to consider. Fair 3rd on turf latest; not disgraced last run here but 0-11 on the AW; others stronger.
6
(6) (9/4 -80%) Churchella
2.25
9/4(-80%)
(6) Churchella 9/4, 3/1, career best when winning 11-runner handicap at this C&D 37 days ago, comfortably. Leading claims in follow-up bid. Improved form since visored and tried on the AW (easy C&D winner last time); sound chance.
5
(5) (10/1 +50%) Heart Of Soul
10
10/1(+50%)
(5) Heart Of Soul 10/1, Twelve runs since last win in 2022. 40/1, sixth of 8 in handicap at Chester (12.3f, soft) 47 days ago, missing break. Has been struggling for form recently. Well handicapped after some poor efforts this season but he's hard to fancy.
7
(7) (11/1 -57%) Blue Hawaii
11
11/1(-57%)
(7) Blue Hawaii 11/1, Winner at Nottingham in May. 22/1, respectable sixth of 11 in handicap at Southwell (12.1f) 23 days ago, nearest finish. Shouldn't be ruled out. Bumper, hurdle, Flat and chase winner; close second on latest AW start; a possible..
9
(9) (12/1 +45%) Rumnotred
12
12/1(+45%)
(9) Rumnotred 12/1, Remains a maiden after 16 Flat runs. 9/1, seventh of 11 in handicap at Wolverhampton (9.5f) 26 days ago. Significantly up in trip. More required. 0-16; not been in the best of form and needs to improve for the step up in trip.
3
(3) (16/1 -45%) This Ones For Fred
16
16/1(-45%)
(3) This Ones For Fred 16/1, Latest win at Catterick in August. 10/1, eleventh of 12 in handicap at Chelmsford City (14f) 14 days ago. Needs to bounce back. Rather gone off the boil since two 1m4f wins in the summer; others preferred.
4
(4) (33/1 +0%) Check My Pulse
33
33/1(+0%)
(4) Check My Pulse 33/1, Twelve runs since last win in 2018. Last of 13 in handicap at Southwell (11.1f, 40/1) 35 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time on the Flat (on when winning over jumps). Others preferred. Winning chaser/hurdler; well beaten after being hampered on AW debut last time.
10
(10) (125/1 -89%) Strong Team
125
125/1(-89%)
(10) Strong Team 125/1, 22/1, bit below form seventh of 12 in handicap hurdle at Sedgefield (16.8f, good to soft) 22 days ago. Poor on the Flat, poor on last Flat run. Must improve. Winner four times over hurdles; not been in best of form recently; others stronger.
LTO Selection:
13:40 Newcastle Handicap (Class 6) 12f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 6 race.
CHURCHELLA shed her maiden tag at the tenth time of asking over C&D latest and she looks primed to continue on an upward trajectory. David O'Meara's charge has been raised 6lb in the ratings for that three-length success and this doesn't look to be out of her reach. Bay Of Naples rates as the biggest danger to the selection off the same mark as his third over 1m3f at Southwell, while Bookmark isn't without a chance.
CHURCHELLA benefited from a return to AW when scoring comfortably over C&D in September and she's well worth a chance to go in again given how unexposed she is on this surface. Bookmark and Bay of Naples look the chief dangers.
This can go to CHURCHELLA (nap) who has taken well to Tapeta and can follow up her convincing win off a 6lb lower mark last time
(2) Bowenspark 1/2, Won first 2 starts in bumpers last term and wasn't beaten far into fourth in a 20-runner Grade 2 event at Aintree when last seen in April. Doesn't appear to be entirely straightforward, but he's clearly talented and will surely go close if his jumping holds up now switched to hurdles. Two-time bumper winner who holds leading claims if taking to hurdles at the first attempt.
9
(9) (10/3 -11%) Realisation
3.333333
10/3(-11%)
(9) Realisation 10/3, Picked up for £130,000 after finishing second on sole start between the flags and she did the job well when making a winning Rules debut in a bumper at Bangor (16.7f, soft) last October. That form looks decent (second and third have both won since) and she's of strong interest now hurdling. Bolted up in Bangor bumper last October; absent since but has considerable potential.
8
(8) (12/1 -50%) Clararose
12
12/1(-50%)
(8) Clararose 12/1, Runner-up on the third of her 3 starts in bumpers last season and, following a wind op during the summer, she resumed with an encouraging third of 10 on hurdles debut at Warwick (2m, good). Likely to benefit from a stiffer test in time, but leading claims here all the same. Third at Warwick on hurdle debut and she's open to improvement for her top yard.
4
(4) (14/1 -75%) Damarta
14
14/1(-75%)
(4) Damarta 14/1, Though carrying over his headstrong tendencies from bumpers, he still caught the eye when just failing to snatch third on hurdling debut at Uttoxeter in May. Hasn't threatened in 2 starts so far this season, but potential remains and he will be particularly interesting when switched to handicaps. Has shown promise but his headstrong tendencies are proving to be a negative.
1
(1) (17/2 -31%) Macanogue
8.5
17/2(-31%)
(1) Macanogue 17/2, Improved when landing a gamble in 14-runner maiden hurdle at Kilbeggan (2m, good to soft) in May and since sold out of Luke Comer's yard for £30,000. Will probably need to improve in order to defy a penalty on debut for new yard. Won Kilbeggan maiden in May and entitled to respect under 6lb penalty on this stable debut.
6
(6) (66/1 -164%) Lone Soldier
66
66/1(-164%)
(6) Lone Soldier 66/1, Green sole outing in bumpers and shaped as if better for the run sent hurdling after 9 months off (had breathing op) when eighth of 11 at Newton Abbot (16.8f, soft). Capable of better, albeit it's likely that he'll be seen in a better light in handicaps later on. Harry Skelton prefers Clararose. Soundly beaten on last month's hurdle debut and Harry Skelton rides stablemate Clararose.
7
(7) (125/1 -279%) Thatza Dazzler
125
125/1(-279%)
(7) Thatza Dazzler 125/1, Didn't show much in a couple of bumpers for Fergal O'Brien last term, and no show on yard/hurdles debut in a first-time hood (retained) when returning to action at Chepstow. Well beaten at 40-1 on his hurdle/stable debut at Chepstow three weeks ago.
3
(3) (200/1 -400%) Crac De Megaudais
200
200/1(-400%)
(3) Crac De Megaudais 200/1, Saddex colt. Half-brother to modest hurdler/chaser Fly de Megaudais. Doesn't appeal as a probable first-time-out winner on paper. Half-brother to h'dle/chase winner Fly De Megaudais (RPR 94); may be best watched on debut.
5
(5) (200/1 -150%) Grain Trade
200
200/1(-150%)
(5) Grain Trade 200/1, Sent off at 50/1 and finished out with the washing on debut in a Newbury bumper (16.3f, soft) during the spring (later found to be sore behind and showing signs of heat stress). Hard to warm to starting out over hurdles here. Tailed off at 50-1 on debut in Newbury bumper in March; now goes hurdling.
LTO Selection:
13:45 Stratford Maiden Hurdle (Class 3) 16f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 3 race.
Ex-Irish recruit Macanogue opened his account at Kilbeggan in May and he merits respect on his stable debut for Dr Richard Newland. However, the six-year-old may prove vulnerable conceding 6lb to BOWENSPARK. The son of Walk In The Park finished a cracking fourth in the Grade 2 Aintree NH Flat race in April and the gelding looks the one to beat if translating that ability to hurdling. Clararose may fare best of the remaining rivals.
Bumper winners REALISATION and Bowenspark both make plenty of appeal now tackling hurdles, and while the latter is greatly respected on the strength of his effort at the Aintree Grand National meeting in April, Realisation is marginally preferred. She was pretty impressive when landing a bumper at Bangor last year and is a potentially useful recruit to this sphere. Clararose looks the pick of those with hurdles experience, given that Damarta is likely to come into his own in handicaps later on.
Hurdling newcomers Bowenspark and REALISATION showed considerable promise in bumpers and preference is for the mare.
(9) Havaila 5/2, Fair hurdler who completed a simple task at Fakenham in April. Failed to justify support after 4 months off at Goodwood on most recent Flat outing but is entitled to be better for the run.
1
(1) (7/2 -5%) Go Dante
3.5
7/2(-5%)
(1) Go Dante 7/2, Lightly raced 7-y-o who was well served by a soundly-run race when taking small-field Wetherby handicap in March. Better than the bare result at Aintree on final outing and is still relatively unexposed. Had breathing op during break. Tongue strap on for 1st time.
8
(8) (7/1 +0%) Branson Missouri
7
7/1(+0%)
(8) Branson Missouri 7/1, Took his form up a level when landing brace of 2½m Worcester handicaps in August/October last year. Ran well in defeat at this course next time before facing a stiff task at Sandown. This far more suitable and needs respecting on seasonal return.
2
(2) (9/2 +0%) Yorksea
4.5
9/2(+0%)
(2) Yorksea 9/2, Capitalised on the drop in grade in ready fashion at Fontwell on Boxing Day before posting excellent fourth in Betfair Hurdle. Step up to around 2½m probably not ideal thereafter and ran best race on the level when second at Goodwood 18 days ago. Interesting.
5
(5) (10/1 -10%) Hecouldbetheone
10
10/1(-10%)
(5) Hecouldbetheone 10/1, Fairly useful novice hurdler who was successful twice from 6 starts in 2021/22 for Gary Moore. Has a 19-month absence to overcome but new yard is beginning to hit form, so he requires a market check.
3
(3) (11/1 +0%) Front View
11
11/1(+0%)
(3) Front View 11/1, Useful hurdler/chaser in Ireland for Joseph O'Brien in 2020/21. In touch when unseated rider 3 out in handicap hurdle at Wetherby (16f, soft) in March but was below form after 7 months off at Chepstow on recent return. Tongue strap on for 1st time.
4
(4) (12/1 +0%) Totterdown
12
12/1(+0%)
(4) Totterdown 12/1, Back with former yard and won 6-runner handicap after 21 months off at Leicester in November, responding well. Brushed aside in a deeper race at Chepstow 3 months later but stepped up on that when fifth in 8-runner event at Newbury when last seen in March. Not getting any younger but capable fresh.
7
(7) (12/1 -17%) Believe Jack
12
12/1(-17%)
(7) Believe Jack 12/1, Fair maiden on Flat (stays 1¾m) who built on his hurdling debut promise for Ellmarie Holden to get off the mark in 9-runner novice at Hereford (16.2f) in November 2021.
6
(6) (25/1 +0%) Made For You
25
25/1(+0%)
(6) Made For You 25/1, All 5 career victories over hurdles gained on right-handed tracks, the latest at Musselburgh (19.8f) in December. Record distinctly patchy thereafter and he made little impact back on the Flat at Nottingham (14f) in May. Others appeal more back from 5 months off.
LTO Selection:
13:55 Lingfield Handicap Hurdle (Class 3) 16f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 3 race.
Havaila was heading in the right direction over jumps last season and a recent spin on the Flat should put Milton Harris' charge spot on for this contest. However, seasonal debutant TOTTERDOWN boasts a good record when fresh and makes slightly more appeal. The veteran wasn't beaten far when finishing fifth at Newbury in March and his rider's 7lb allowance puts him on an attractive mark. Yorksea and Go Dante are others to note at the top of the handicap.
YORKSEA has a good record at around this trip over hurdles and, having shaped well on the level at Goodwood 18 days ago, he makes plenty of appeal. Branson Missouri is respected back in handicap company on her seasonal return, while Go Dante may have benefited from a breathing operation and is still relatively unexposed.
There is more to come from HAVAILA (nap), who was placed in a hot juvenile handicap at Ascot in April and is only 2lb higher here.
(2) Mollys Mango 1/2, Fairly useful winner at 16f in bumpers. Well-beaten sixth of 7 to Fun Fun Fun in Grade 2 mares bumper at Leopardstown (16f, good to soft, 10/1). Makes hurdles debut. Very much one to consider. Competed in good company in bumpers after win at Cork, plenty going for her now.
10
(10) (9/2 +55%) Missus Beeton
4.5
9/2(+55%)
(10) Missus Beeton 9/2, Modest hurdler. Respectable third of 17 in novice hurdle at Listowel (16f, soft, 6/1) 43 days ago. Hood on 1st time. Can go well. Definite signs of progress on her two most recent starts, every chance if trend continues.
12
(12) (9/1 -20%) River Robe
9
9/1(-20%)
(12) River Robe 9/1, Poor hurdler. 8/1, good second of 8 in bumper at Galway (16.7f, heavy) 30 days ago, no match for winner. Switches from bumpers to hurdles. No forlorn hope. Has obtained valuable experience in bumpers since her only hurdles start, could go well.
4
(4) (9/1 +89%) Straight Home
9
9/1(+89%)
(4) Straight Home 9/1, Fair winner at 16f in bumpers. Below form fifth of 9 in bumper (14/1) at Limerick (16f, heavy) 12 days ago. Switches from bumpers to hurdles with more required. Point winner also took a point-to-point bumper, well beaten in two maiden hurdles.
1
(1) (11/1 -57%) Idol
11
11/1(-57%)
(1) Idol 11/1, Thrice-raced winner under NH rules. Good fourth of 15 in novice hurdle at Punchestown (16.2f, good to soft, 33/1) 22 days ago. In the mix. Bumper winner for Willie Mullins, last month's Punchestown run was encouraging.
8
(8) (12/1 -100%) Intertwine
12
12/1(-100%)
(8) Intertwine 12/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Twelfth of 17 in bumper (6/1) at Punchestown (16.6f, good) 23 days ago. Much respected on her hurdles debut. First of three bumper runs reads well, beaten 14l at Bellewstown, disappointing last time.
3
(3) (16/1 -78%) Sidiriya
16
16/1(-78%)
(3) Sidiriya 16/1, Fair 12f Flat winner. Twice-raced maiden over hurdles, better effort when fourth of 12 in novice hurdle at Kilbeggan (18f, soft) 104 days ago. May do better still. In the picture. Could make an impact here if finding the sort of form she showed on the Flat.
15
(15) (80/1 -400%) Symbas Spirit
80
80/1(-400%)
(15) Symbas Spirit 80/1, Charm Spirit filly. Half-sister to 6 winners, including useful hurdler Wakool. Dam 1m-9.5f winner. Wears hood. Market can guide. Flat pedigree but the dam has produced seven-time hurdles winner Wakool, hooded for debut.
5
(5) (100/1 -52%) A La Carte
100
100/1(-52%)
(5) A La Carte 100/1, Twice-raced maiden. Seventh of 8 in bumper (20/1) at Fairyhouse (16f, soft) 26 days ago. Makes hurdles debut. In good hands but has shown next to nothing in bumper runs at Leopardstown and Fairyhouse.
14
(14) (125/1 +50%) Spyfall
125
125/1(+50%)
(14) Spyfall 125/1, Once-raced maiden. 100/1, first run since leaving David Menuisier when tenth of 15 in novice hurdle at Killarney (17f, good to soft) on NH debut 32 days ago. 68-rated maiden on the Flat in Britain, became regressive, 100-1 no show on hurdling debut.
7
(7) (150/1 -50%) Brog Ban Espana
150
150/1(-50%)
(7) Brog Ban Espana 150/1, Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. First run since leaving Gordon Elliott when pulled up in novice hurdle at Tramore (21f, good). Off 14 months. Down in trip. Failed to build on a debut fourth in a bumper at Downpatrick in June 2021, makes no appeal.
9
(9) (150/1 -50%) Leste
150
150/1(-50%)
(9) Leste 150/1, Once-raced maiden. 125/1, eleventh of 12 in novice hurdle at Roscommon (15.9f, soft) on NH debut 38 days ago. Jumping was ragged when at the back all the way on her debut at Roscommon.
11
(11) (150/1 +25%) On The Banks
150
150/1(+25%)
(11) On The Banks 150/1, Twice-raced maiden. Sixteenth of 18 in novice hurdle at Limerick (16f, heavy, 200/1) 11 days ago. Modest placed form in points, has struggled in two maiden hurdle outings, can be ruled out.
13
(13) (150/1 +25%) Sineads Fancy
150
150/1(+25%)
(13) Sineads Fancy 150/1, Thrice-raced maiden under NH rules. First run since leaving Leonard Paul Flynn when tenth of 16 in novice hurdle at Fairyhouse (16f, soft, 150/1) on hurdles bow 31 days ago. Towards the rear in two bumper runs, similar on yard/hurdling debut at Fairyhouse.
6
(6) (200/1 +20%) Annie Beag
200
200/1(+20%)
(6) Annie Beag 200/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Hooded for 1st time, ninth of 11 in novice hurdle at this course (15.9f, soft, 150/1) 14 days ago. Soundly beaten on all three starts, jumped badly at this venue a fortnight ago.
LTO Selection:
14:05 Thurles Maiden Hurdle 16f Race Speed Rating Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's race.
MOLLYS MANGO was well beaten when last seen at Leopardstown in February but that did come in a hot Grade 2 mares bumper won by Fun Fun Fun. The Clovis Du Berlais mare had been third in Listed company prior to that, having also won at Cork previously, and is a smart prospect for jumping this term. This looks like a nice starting point. Missus Beeton already has solid placed form over timber, having been third at Listowel, and could be the one to give the selection most to do. Idol, a bumper winner for Willie Mullins last year before switching to Sam Curling, was fourth in a strong maiden hurdle, won by Fascile Mode, at Punchestown last month and could get closer now in against her own sex.
MOLLYS MANGO showed fairly useful winning form in bumpers and now she has her sights lowered can make a winning start in this sphere for her top yard. Sidiriya could emerge as the chief threat if, as expected, building on her Kilbeggan fourth. Missus Beeton also has the form to have a say.
(2) Giorgio M 7/2, Twice-raced colt. 11/2, still green when fourth of 12 in novice at Kempton (6f) 29 days ago. Remains open to improvement. 4th over 6f on both starts; a longer trip may be preferable but he might not be far away.
1
(1) (8/11 +64%) Engineer
0.727273
8/11(+64%)
(1) Engineer 8/11, 60,000 gns yearling, Showcasing colt. Brother to winner up to 7.5f Identified and half-brother to 2-y-o 5f winner She Can Dance and 5f winner Match Play. Third of 11 in novice (16/1) at Kempton (6f) on debut 41 days ago, nearest finish. May well do better. Best of the newcomers when third at Kempton and this likeable prospect has leading claims.
8
(8) (11/4 -22%) South Shore
2.75
11/4(-22%)
(8) South Shore 11/4, Blue Point colt who made a promising start when second of 6 in novice at Ripon (5f, good). Sets the standard on that form but proved a major let-down at Sandown next time. Up in trip. Has left Simon & Ed Crisford. Disappointing in September but a contender if tapping back into debut promise; yard debut.
9
(9) (18/1 +10%) Top Flight Century
18
18/1(+10%)
(9) Top Flight Century 18/1, Foaled April 12. €45,000 foal, 110,000 gns yearling, The Grey Gatsby gelding. Half-brother to very smart winner up to 1½m Alenquer and French 2-y-o 7.5f winner Cte d'Escarbagnas. Dam German 1m winner. Half-brother to 1m2f Group 1 winner Alenquer; may come into his own over further next year.
6
(6) (50/1 -52%) On Song
50
50/1(-52%)
(6) On Song 50/1, Calyx colt. Half-brother to useful 9f-11f winner Simply Sondheim. Dam unraced half-sister to very smart 7f winner Dutch Connection. Ninth of 11 in maiden at this C&D (28/1) on debut 10 days ago, not knocked about. Well beaten at 28-1 on recent C&D debut; may be of greater interest when tackling further.
7
(7) (66/1 -32%) Pickwell
66
66/1(-32%)
(7) Pickwell 66/1, Foaled February 10. €15,000 yearling, Harry Angel gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to useful winner up to 1¼m Parchemin. Dam unraced half-sister to French 1m 2yo/1m2f Listed winner; best watched on debut.
3
(3) (80/1 -21%) Hearitfortheboys
80
80/1(-21%)
(3) Hearitfortheboys 80/1, Twice-raced gelding. 80/1, seventh of 15 in novice at York (6f, heavy) 20 days ago. Soundly beaten in mid-division on first two starts; probably one for further down the line.
4
(4) (125/1 -89%) King Street
125
125/1(-89%)
(4) King Street 125/1, Seventh of 8 in maiden at Haydock (6f, soft, 50/1) on debut 34 days ago. Slowly away and always behind when well beaten at 50-1 on debut at Haydock in September.
10
(10) (150/1 -50%) Touching Hands
150
150/1(-50%)
(10) Touching Hands 150/1, €7,500 yearling, New Bay filly. Dam French 7f-8.2f winner. 200/1, eleventh of 12 in maiden at this course (7.2f) on debut 10 days ago. 200-1, down the field over 7f here on recent debut.
LTO Selection:
14:10 Wolverhampton Maiden (Class 5) 6f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 5 race.
This can go the way of ENGINEER, who must hold every chance if building on a strong placed effort on his debut at Kempton in September. A couple from that contest have run well since, and Clive Cox's charge may have too much for C&D runner-up Monfrid, as well as South Shore, who is very interesting on his first start for the Karl Burke yard.
ENGINEER produced a promising first effort when third at Kempton 6 weeks ago, just lacking experience at a crucial stage, and is preferred to Monfrid, who also made an encouraging start over this C&D. South Shore is a big threat if reproducing the form of his debut run for another yard.
There was lots to like about the debut third of ENGINEER at Kempton in September and he can emerge on top. Monfrid is feared most.
(9) Kitten's Dream 4/1, Unreliable type. Creditable fifth of 10 in handicap (25/1) at Wolverhampton (14f) 6 days ago. This drop back in trip is of dubious benefit and he's readily passed over. 1m6f AW winner in Feb; best effort since when 2nd over same C&D; shorter trip a concern.
2
(2) (4/1 +50%) Liberated Lad
4
4/1(+50%)
(2) Liberated Lad 4/1, Three wins from 14 runs this year, the latest at Nottingham in August. Seventh of 11 in handicap (15/2) at Kempton (16f) 55 days ago. Back down in trip and he has to enter calculations. Mixed efforts this year, best run when winning on turf in August; didn't stay 2m latest..
7
(7) (7/2 +13%) Trailblazer
3.5
7/2(+13%)
(7) Trailblazer 7/2, Remains a maiden after 20 Flat runs. 8/1, creditable second of 11 in handicap at this C&D 20 days ago, pulling clear of the rest, and merits respect with Serena Brotherton booked. 0-20; career-low mark; chance having been placed over C&D on last two AW starts.
3
(3) (9/2 +10%) Super Stars
4.5
9/2(+10%)
(3) Super Stars 9/2, Remains a maiden after 16 Flat runs. 10/3, eighth of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (9.5f) 24 days ago. Step back up in trip no bad thing and capable of a bold show off this reduced mark. 20-race maiden; has become well handicapped but mainly below his best this year.
1
(1) (13/2 -30%) Graces Quest
6.5
13/2(-30%)
(1) Graces Quest 13/2, Good second of 8 in handicap (4/1) at Musselburgh (9f, good to soft) 17 days ago. Significantly back up in trip (has won over this trip) and she's a player off the same mark. Won 1m3f on turf in June; second over 1m1f last time and chance on that form; third AW run.
10
(10) (14/1 -40%) A Day To Dream
14
14/1(-40%)
(10) A Day To Dream 14/1, 15/2, respectable fifth of 11 in handicap at Catterick (15.9f, soft) 29 days ago. Back down in trip and shouldn't be far away if responding well to the first-time cheekpieces. 1m4f Thirsk winner in April; mainly well beaten since (tried as far as 2m); bit to prove.
5
(5) (14/1 -211%) Pysanka
14
14/1(-211%)
(5) Pysanka 14/1, Winner at Wolverhampton in October. 3/1, seventh of 10 in handicap back there (12.2f) 12 days ago, left poorly placed. Likely to find one or two too good. Off the mark at Wolves two runs back; excuses for lesser run latest; each-way chance.
8
(8) (16/1 -60%) Ghostly
16
16/1(-60%)
(8) Ghostly 16/1, Latest win at Thirsk in August. 5/1, sixth of 8 in handicap at Wolverhampton (16.6f) 12 days ago. Back down in trip and blinkers back on. Looks vulnerable. Dual winner in August and chance on his Wolverhampton fourth over 1m4f two runs back.
4
(4) (25/1 -56%) True Nation
25
25/1(-56%)
(4) True Nation 25/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Seventh of 8 in handicap (12/1) at Musselburgh (9f, good to soft) 17 days ago. Significantly up in trip for this tapeta debut and she's hard to warm to. Best run in 7f novice; well beaten in handicaps; plenty to prove up in trip on h'cap debut.
6
(6) (40/1 -186%) Hot Team
40
40/1(-186%)
(6) Hot Team 40/1, Course winner. Ninth of 10 in handicap at Wolverhampton (12.2f, 22/1) 12 days ago. In good form prior to that and he's a strong each-way contender. 1m1f turf winner in May and some fair runs since; below-par last time and stamina to prove.
LTO Selection:
14:15 Newcastle Handicap (Class 6) 12f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 6 race.
An open contest and a chance is taken on PYSANKA, who had excuses when he disappointed over 1m4f at Wolverhampton and is taken to get back on track. Mark Loughnane's runner was successful on his penultimate start and can resume his progress. Trailblazer is likely to be finishing strongly at the line after he ran on pluckily over C&D last time, while Graces Quest is also worthy of a mention.
It's easy enough to make cases both for and against the majority of these. GRACES QUEST could be the answer having returned to form when runner-up over 9f at Musselburgh in a slightly stronger handicap than this recently and she shouldn't be inconvenienced by moving back up in trip. Super Stars and Trailblazer are both entering 'longstanding maiden' territory, but are feared most nonetheless off appealing marks, while an on-song Liberated Lad would be a danger to all.
(5) What A Johnny 8/11, £29,000 5-y-o, Yeats gelding. Half-brother to fairly useful 1m winner Taskeen. Dam unraced. Placed on both completed starts in Irish points (latest Mar 26) and has joined a good NH outfit. Placed in points and bought for £29,000 in May; has joined a good yard for rules career.
6
(6) (10/1 +50%) Ever Ready
10
10/1(+50%)
(6) Ever Ready 10/1, Showed only minor promise in a brace of bumpers but is bred to have a future over jumps. Didn't shown much in her two bumpers but there's some potential in her pedigree.
8
(8) (10/1 -67%) Hot Fizzy Lizzy
10
10/1(-67%)
(8) Hot Fizzy Lizzy 10/1, Fair bumper winner who wasn't seen to best effect when well held on her Warwick hurdling debut 4 weeks ago, badly hampered 3 out and not given at all a hard time after. Sure to do better but Harry Skelton prefers Havock. Bumper winner; well beaten on hurdle debut but may be able to leave that run behind.
3
(3) (15/8 +0%) Havock
1.875
15/8(+0%)
(3) Havock 15/8, Showed fair form on the first 2 of 3 bumpers outings. In excellent hands so he's much respected on his hurdles debut in an ordinary-looking affair. Promise in the second of his three bumpers; no surprise to see a good run on hurdle debut.
4
(4) (80/1 +20%) Jumbo Veste Verte
80
80/1(+20%)
(4) Jumbo Veste Verte 80/1, Looks a handicap project. Tailed off at big odds in the spring on his two starts.
9
(9) (150/1 -50%) Whitehall Flyer
150
150/1(-50%)
(9) Whitehall Flyer 150/1, Showed little in a brace of bumpers and finished a tailed-off last of 6 on her Hereford hurdling debut 16 days ago. No threat in either bumper and tailed off at 150-1 on recent hurdle debut.
LTO Selection:
14:20 Stratford Maiden Hurdle (Class 3) 16f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 3 race.
Bitsnbuckles only sets a modest standard on on his mid-division finish at Ludlow last Thursday and the five-year-old may prove more competitive once entering handicaps. With that in mind, it might pay to take a chance on the Dan Skelton-trained HAVOCK. The selection offered something to work with when fourth at Warwick on New Year's Eve and he may prove a different proposition on his hurdling bow. Gladys Eva Jane also enters this sphere for the first time and warrants consideration.
HAVOCK displayed a fair level of ability on the first 2 of his 3 bumper runs and starts over hurdles in a decidedly ordinary event, so he receives the vote. What A Johnny was placed on both his completed starts in points and warrants respect having joined a top outfit, while the selection's stablemate Hot Fizzy Lizzy shouldn't be overlooked, either.
This looks much weaker than the first division and perhaps WHAT A JOHNNY, who has shown ability in points, will prevail.
(10) Hot Rod Lincoln 4/1, Successful on sole outing in Irish points and was getting his act together over hurdles towards the end of last season, opening his account in a novice at Fontwell when last seen 176 days ago. Looks a player on return. Low mileage since Irish point winner in 2021; makes chase debut with significant potential.
3
(3) (7/1 +0%) Sporting Mike
7
7/1(+0%)
(3) Sporting Mike 7/1, Point winner who achieved a fairly useful level over hurdles. Should be ready to go and makes plenty of appeal on first go over fences. Consistent over hurdles last season and this Irish point winner now switches to fences.
4
(4) (8/1 +0%) King's Threshold
8
8/1(+0%)
(4) King's Threshold 8/1, Fairly useful hurdler who shaped as if he'd returned in form when fourth in a handicap at Bangor last month. Should take to chasing, so one to consider. 1-5 over hurdles; just a respectable fourth last month but open to improvement now chasing.
9
(9) (10/1 +0%) Doyouknowwhatimean
10
10/1(+0%)
(9) Doyouknowwhatimean 10/1, Just modest form over hurdles but bumper form gives him the scope for better and he has enough size for chasing. Worth monitoring in the market back from 5 months off. 0-5 over hurdles but ran pretty well on his handicap debut; a possible on this chase debut.
8
(8) (11/1 -10%) Hurlerontheditch
11
11/1(-10%)
(8) Hurlerontheditch 11/1, Fair hurdler who was in form when last seen and should be tuned up for this first crack at chasing. Not discounted. In the frame on all four hurdling starts; open to improvement over fences this season.
12
(12) (11/1 +9%) Big Blue Moon
11
11/1(+9%)
(12) Big Blue Moon 11/1, Fair winner at 17f over hurdles. Creditable second of 7 in handicap hurdle (8/11) at Chepstow (16f, soft), clear of rest. Off 7 months. Makes chase debut. Should be tuned up and boasts solid claims. Struck form when switched to handicap hurdles in March; might improve again over fences.
11
(11) (12/1 +0%) Pilsdon Pen
12
12/1(+0%)
(11) Pilsdon Pen 12/1, Three-time hurdles winner, the latest at Exeter (16.7f, soft) a year ago. Held form after and could feature if taking to this new discipline. Ran well account on latest hurdling start in May; not bred for fences but still considered.
7
(7) (14/1 -17%) Invincible Nao
14
14/1(-17%)
(7) Invincible Nao 14/1, French juvenile hurdle winner last spring who produced his best effort yet on these shores when third in a Fontwell handicap (21.8f, good) in February. Creditable efforts both starts since and has the physique for chasing, so worthy of respect after 6 months off. Yet to win in Britain but in good form over hurdles when last seen in spring; chase debut.
13
(13) (14/1 +0%) File Illico
14
14/1(+0%)
(13) File Illico 14/1, Won 4 times in a very productive first season over fences but generally disappointing last term. Returns on a handy mark as a result, so worth a market check. Well handicapped on old form but was generally very disappointing last season.
5
(5) (14/1 +0%) Pachacuti
14
14/1(+0%)
(5) Pachacuti 14/1, Emphatic winner over hurdles at Fakenham in February but wasn't in the same form at Warwick 8 months ago. Yard isn't really firing but he's a chasing type on looks. Off mark over hurdles in February; off since lesser effort later that month; chase debut.
1
(1) (16/1 +0%) Kap Auteuil
16
16/1(+0%)
(1) Kap Auteuil 16/1, Healthy strike rate initially over fences but lost his form towards the end of last campaign, so returns with a bit to prove against less-exposed types. Six-time chase winner; on very good mark but was in poor form before six-month break.
2
(2) (17/2 +0%) Zestful Hope
8.5
17/2(+0%)
(2) Zestful Hope 17/2, Fair hurdler who made a positive start in this sphere towards the end of last season. Likely needed his return over the smaller obstacles at Warwick last month and looks well worth considering. Well beaten over hurdles last month but was second off this mark in his latest chase.
6
(6) (20/1 -25%) King Of Brazil
20
20/1(-25%)
(6) King Of Brazil 20/1, Modest form in bumpers but much better signs over hurdles, confirming debut promise when landing 2m novice at Warwick in March. Signed off with a poor run but stables runners tend to do better over fences. Novice hurdle winner in March; well held on h'cap debut; still of interest on chase debut.
14
(14) (25/1 +0%) Has Troke
25
25/1(+0%)
(14) Has Troke 25/1, Fair hurdler who was more miss than hit last season and is likely to need this initial experience of chasing after 9 months off. Drew a blank during light hurdling campaign last season; makes chasing debut after layoff.
15
(15) (33/1 +0%) Grey D'alco
33
33/1(+0%)
(15) Grey D'alco 33/1, Winning pointer who has made the frame on a couple of occasions over hurdles but hasn't made any impact switched to handicap company and looks up against it on chasing debut after 7 months off. Irish point winner; last season's hurdling campaign fizzled out; might get back on track.
LTO Selection:
14:30 Lingfield Handicap Chase (Class 4) 20f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 4 race.
BIG BLUE MOON was thwarted in his bid to land a quick-fire double when a close-up second at Chepstow in late-March, but compensation could await the gelding now tackling fences for the first time. Tom Lacey's strapping six-year-old looks the just the sort to excel in this sphere, with the step up in distance expected to suit too. Zestful Hope has chase experience to his name and may serve the most resistance to the selection, ahead of Hot Rod Lincoln.
SPORTING MIKE was pretty reliable over hurdles last season and, as a winning pointer, he appeals as the type to do better in this sphere, so he's worth chancing to make a successful return in an open race. Zestful Hope is a danger with a run under his belt and Big Blue Moon is another notable chasing newcomer.
The tentative selection is HOT ROD LINCOLN, who impressed on his Irish point debut in 2021 and signed off with a hurdling win in May.
(12) Destivelle 4/1, 14/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time in this code, good second of 12 in handicap hurdle at this course (15.9f, soft) 2 weeks ago, running on. One to be interested in at this level so she's high on the shortlist. Looked modest but improved lately; placed on last two hurdle starts including C&D second.
10
(10) (5/2 +25%) Brownstone
2.5
5/2(+25%)
(10) Brownstone 5/2, 4/1, improved when winning 15-runner handicap hurdle at Fairyhouse (16f, soft) 26 days ago, staying on to lead final 50 yds. 6 lb higher here but in the mix now he's up and running. Winner off 80 at Fairyhouse (2m, soft) last month; hood left off this time.
3
(3) (9/2 +40%) Herculaneum
4.5
9/2(+40%)
(3) Herculaneum 9/2, Blinkers on for 1st time in this code and fit from Flat, ran up to best when third of 17 in handicap hurdle (6/1) at Cork (19f, good to soft) 18 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Just 1 lb higher here and every chance he will make his presence felt. Flat and hurdles winner this year and ran well over a longer trip at Cork last monFth.
1
(1) (9/1 -80%) Duke Otto
9
9/1(-80%)
(1) Duke Otto 9/1, 9/1, showed improved form to get off the mark in 10-runner handicap hurdle at Tramore (16f, heavy) 3 weeks ago, leading final 50 yds. Task is now to back that effort up from a 6 lb higher mark. Up 6lb for breakthrough win on heavy at Tramore; open to further improvement.
15
(15) (10/1 +9%) Outdoor Mozzy
10
10/1(+9%)
(15) Outdoor Mozzy 10/1, 9/1, produced best effort to date after 9 weeks off when third of 12 in handicap hurdle at this course (15.9f, soft) 2 weeks ago. Finished 7l behind Destivelle when third of 15 over C&D a fortnight ago.
9
(9) (12/1 +14%) Robin Elite
12
12/1(+14%)
(9) Robin Elite 12/1, Left previous efforts behind when third of 15 in handicap hurdle at Bellewstown (17.2f, good, 80/1) in late-August, running on. Cheekpieces on 1st time and could have a say if building on that. 80s, much better on second handicap start when third at Bellewstown (2m1f, good).
14
(14) (12/1 +52%) Fly De Megaudais
12
12/1(+52%)
(14) Fly De Megaudais 12/1, Ran better than for a while when fourth of 14 in handicap hurdle at Limerick (16f, heavy, 25/1) 12 days ago, better placed than most. Can give another good account. First hurdle outing since last year when fourth at Limerick but he's well exposed.
8
(8) (12/1 +70%) Future Proof
12
12/1(+70%)
(8) Future Proof 12/1, One win from 39 NH runs. Ran one of this season's better races when fourth of 15 in handicap hurdle at Navan (15.6f, good to soft, 14/1) 47 days ago. Blinkers back on. Solid each-way claims. Modest strike-rate over hurdles but lots of placed form and only beaten 1.5l last time.
18
(18) (18/1 -50%) Craic Eile
18
18/1(-50%)
(18) Craic Eile 18/1, Eighteen runs since last win in 2021. Ran one of this season's lesser races when seventh of 11 in handicap hurdle at Navan (15.6f, good to soft, 11/1) 47 days ago. RESERVE. Decent handicap hurdler on good ground but won't get his conditions here; reserve.
5
(5) (18/1 +73%) Navy Waves
18
18/1(+73%)
(5) Navy Waves 18/1, C&D winner. 20/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, fared no better when eleventh of 14 in handicap hurdle at Listowel (20f, soft) 40 days ago, off the bridle long way out. 33-1 maiden winner on this card last year but well beaten all starts since.
2
(2) (25/1 +0%) Forever Frankie
25
25/1(+0%)
(2) Forever Frankie 25/1, 33/1, ninth of 15 in maiden hurdle at Punchestown (16.2f, good to soft) 22 days ago, merely passing beaten horses. Makes handicap hurdle debut. Showed ability in bumpers and couple of fair runs in maidens; one to consider on h'cap bow.
7
(7) (25/1 +0%) Toon Town
25
25/1(+0%)
(7) Toon Town 25/1, Followed a good run with a poor one when pulled up in handicap hurdle (12/1) at Limerick (19f, good to soft) 5 months ago, weakening end of back straight. Others more persuasive. Last three runs at Limerick; second in handicap on soft but pulled up either side of that.
4
(4) (33/1 -50%) Resilient Front
33
33/1(-50%)
(4) Resilient Front 33/1, Fared no better after 8 months off when seventh of 10 on handicap debut (9/1) at Downpatrick (21.5f, soft) 27 days ago. Back down in trip. Bumper runner-up was too keen when tailed off on handicap debut over 2m5f; trip a help.
6
(6) (50/1 -100%) Boxcar Molly
50
50/1(-100%)
(6) Boxcar Molly 50/1, Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. 20/1, tenth of 14 in handicap hurdle at Cork (19f, good to soft) 18 days ago. May yet do better. Some fair runs in maidens but beaten 20l on handicap bow at Cork (2m3f).
16
(16) (66/1 -100%) Coppercoast Paudie
66
66/1(-100%)
(16) Coppercoast Paudie 66/1, Remains a maiden after 16 NH runs. 66/1, eleventh of 17 in maiden hurdle at Limerick (21f, heavy) 12 days ago. Back down in trip. RESERVE. Maiden was beaten 11l by Duke Otto at Tramore; down the field in maiden since; reserve.
The chart reads from right to left to today's race.
DESTIVELLE has shown improvement on her last two hurdle starts and travelled well for Daniel King when second over C&D last month. She was nicely clear of third home Outdoor Mozzy and can go place better off just a 1lb higher mark. The winner of that Thurles handicap had previously chased home Duke Otto at Tramore and Pat Flynn's charge has to enter calculations off a 6lb higher mark after that breakthrough success which was achieved on heavy ground. Brownstone was another to gain a first win last time out when scoring on soft ground at Fairyhouse and Keith Donoghue, riding so well at the moment, now takes over in the saddle on his brother's charge.
DESTIVELLE got as close as she ever has to winning a race here a fortnight ago and granted better luck in-running, Shane Ryder's filly is fancied to open her account at the expense of Brownstone, who got off the mark at Fairyhouse last month and could well kick on now up and running. Herculaneum and last-time-out winner Duke Otto are just another couple worth considering in what looks a wide-open handicap.
(4) Digital 6/4, 7/4, capitalised on the drop into claiming company when winning 7-runner event at Kempton (6f) 8 days ago, readily. Shortlist material back in a handicap.
7
(7) (6/1 +0%) Surprise Picture
6
6/1(+0%)
(7) Surprise Picture 6/1, C&D winner. 3 wins from 12 runs this year, latest here in September. Ran one of this season's lesser races when ninth of 12 in handicap at this course (7.2f, 5/1) 9 days ago. Must bounce back.
9
(9) (7/1 +0%) Minnesota Lad
7
7/1(+0%)
(9) Minnesota Lad 7/1, 12/1, never involved after another slow start when tenth of 13 in handicap at Newcastle (6f) 63 days ago, merely passing beaten rivals. Others more persuasive.
2
(2) (11/1 -22%) One Night Stand
11
11/1(-22%)
(2) One Night Stand 11/1, C&D winner. 10/1, tenth of 13 in handicap at Redcar (5f, good) 26 days ago. Back up in trip.
8
(8) (12/1 -41%) Absolutelyflawless
12
12/1(-41%)
(8) Absolutelyflawless 12/1, C&D winner. 4/1, wasn't seen to best effect after a further 9 weeks off when fourth of 8 in handicap at this C&D 7 days ago, never nearer after hampered start.
1
(1) (13/2 +24%) Algheed
6.5
13/2(+24%)
(1) Algheed 13/2, C&D winner. Wasn't seen to best effect when sixth of 10 in handicap at Kempton (6f, 40/1) 17 days ago, not ideally placed. Continues to edge down the weights and she's not taken lightly.
10
(10) (14/1 -40%) Kensington Agent
14
14/1(-40%)
(10) Kensington Agent 14/1, C&D winner. 4 wins from 9 runs this year. 6/1, run of good form halted when fourth of 6 in handicap at Goodwood (6f, good to firm) 5 months ago. Has done her winning on all-weather this year so warrants respect.
3
(3) (17/2 -70%) Muscika
8.5
17/2(-70%)
(3) Muscika 17/2, 3 wins from 15 runs this year. 9/4, improved on recent efforts to win 5-runner handicap at Epsom (6f, good to firm) just under 11 weeks ago, having run of race. 6 lb higher now and one to consider back on the all-weather.
5
(5) (25/1 -108%) Yesterday's Hero
25
25/1(-108%)
(5) Yesterday's Hero 25/1, Made a winning debut at Chelmsford in January but proved to be a disappointment when seventh of 10 in minor event at Newcastle (6f). Makes handicap debut after 8 months off and interesting to see how he fares in the market having been gelded.
6
(6) (33/1 -106%) Mersea
33
33/1(-106%)
(6) Mersea 33/1, Latest win at Carlisle in August. Last of 9 in handicap (11/1) at Musselburgh (7.2f, good to soft) 17 days ago. Makes tapeta debut and a wide stall may complicate things a little.
11
(11) (40/1 -186%) Mokaatil
40
40/1(-186%)
(11) Mokaatil 40/1, Fourteen runs since last win in 2022. Eighth of 11 in handicap (12/1) at this C&D 26 days ago. Not one to be writing off just yet from a mark that continues to fall but has a tricky draw to overcome here.
12
(12) (150/1 -200%) Hawajes
150
150/1(-200%)
(12) Hawajes 150/1, Soon detached and never asked for an effort at any stage when last of 8 on handicap debut at Epsom (7f, good to firm, 16/1) in July. Back on the all-weather and worth a second look in the market.
LTO Selection:
14:45 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 4) 6f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 4 race.
DIGITAL bounced back to form with a commanding display at Kempton last week and, given the five-year-old has performed well off much higher marks in the past, this may be an ideal opportunity to get a sequence of victories going. A winner over C&D in May and at Epsom last time out, Muscika is a key player along with the unexposed Yesterday's Hero.
DIGITAL capitalised on the drop into claiming company with an authoritative display at Kempton last week and returning to a handicap from a career-low mark, Karl Burke's 5-y-o is fancied to follow up at the expense of Muscika, who won at Epsom in August and can continue his good work back from a break. Algheed and Mokaatil can do battle for minor honours.
Algheed and Absolutelyflawless are respected but this looks good for DIGITAL (nap) after his comfortable Kempton win last week.
(11) Night At Sea 4/1, Sea The Stars filly who is steadily going the right way, best effort yet when second of 8 in maiden at Catterick (12.1f) in May. Absent since but this well-bred filly promises to do better still back from 5 months off. Just about sets the standard on her two 1m4f turf runs in the spring; market useful.
10
(10) (9/4 -63%) Franberri
2.25
9/4(-63%)
(10) Franberri 9/4, 200,000 gns yearling, Frankel filly. Promising debut effort when second in a Yarmouth novice (10.1f) back in August and may have been unsuited by conditions when third at Ripon (12f, soft) next start. Remains the type to do better and interesting back on AW. Rain-softened ground possibly wasn't ideal last time; has leading claims in a weak maiden.
8
(8) (11/10 +73%) A Gift Of Love
1.1
11/10(+73%)
(8) A Gift Of Love 11/10, Frankel filly who makes plenty of appeal on paper and shaped better than the bare result first time up when ninth of 13 in maiden at Lingfield (10f, AW) 12 months ago. Open to improvement now starting out for new stable. Favourite in her one run for Gosden yard last winter; one of the more interesting runners.
12
(12) (16/1 -14%) Scylla
16
16/1(-14%)
(12) Scylla 16/1, Twice-raced filly. 66/1, seventh of 8 in minor event at Ascot (12f, good) 27 days ago, still very much in need of the experience on the back of 10 months off. Handicaps likely to be more her bag on the back of this. Interesting to see how she goes in the market against stablemate A Gift Of Love.
2
(2) (22/1 -120%) Ridge Hill
22
22/1(-120%)
(2) Ridge Hill 22/1, £24,000 4-y-o who makes plenty of appeal on paper but he's only ran to a modest level in a couple of starts in bumpers in recent months. Claims of hitting the frame on Flat debut for all his long-term future in this sphere may lie over further. Pulled hard in a soft-ground bumper latest and retains some potential switched to the Flat.
4
(4) (28/1 -100%) Femme Patronne
28
28/1(-100%)
(4) Femme Patronne 28/1, Runner-up in a couple of bumpers (modest form) and ran to a similar level when fourth of 5 in minor event at Southwell (12.1f, 16/1) on Flat debut. Off 9 months. Pulled hard in two bumpers and again on her Flat debut; may do so again after a layoff.
1
(1) (33/1 -106%) Pub Crawl
33
33/1(-106%)
(1) Pub Crawl 33/1, Consistent at a fairly useful level for Michael Bell but well held both starts upon returning from an absence for present yard in September. Had wind op subsequently and cheekpieces now added to tongue tie. Struggled in two runs back from 11 months off; returns from wind surgery tonight.
7
(7) (66/1 +0%) Implied
66
66/1(+0%)
(7) Implied 66/1, 6,000 gns 3-y-o, Oasis Dream gelding. Brother to useful 2-y-o 7f winner Sand Share and half-brother to 3 winners, including smart winner up to 9f Pocket Square. Well related; picked up for 6,000gns this year and gelded since; market useful.
3
(3) (200/1 -300%) Beauty Blaze
200
200/1(-300%)
(3) Beauty Blaze 200/1, Pulled up in 2 juvenile hurdles and he could only run to a poor level when fifth of 7 in a Musselburgh seller on debut in this sphere 17 days ago. Visor worn then again reached for here. Didn't take to hurdles in two runs and well held in a Flat turf seller last time out.
9
(9) (200/1 -203%) Angel Of The Rock
200
200/1(-203%)
(9) Angel Of The Rock 200/1, Twice-raced filly. 200/1, last of 10 in maiden at Kempton (11f) 29 days ago, pushed along end of back straight and always behind. Another who can only be watched. Remote last in two Kempton runs this autumn and Ridge Hill looks her yard's best chance.
6
(6) (200/1 -203%) Highland Loch
200
200/1(-203%)
(6) Highland Loch 200/1, Highland Reel colt. Big prices and not offered much short-term encouragement in pair of AW novice/maidens in recent weeks. Low-grade handicaps entitled to be more his bag. Huge prices for his two runs, finishing a remote last.
LTO Selection:
14:50 Newcastle Maiden (Class 5) 12f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 5 race.
This contest seems to revolve around the performance of FRANBERRI, who has made a pleasing start to her career to date and this looks a good opportunity to shed her maiden tag. Roger Varian's runner was well clear of the rest when bumping into two progressive rivals over 1m4f at Ripon last time. Night At Sea is feared most after a decent second over 1m4f at Catterick, while a more polished version of Scylla can be expected back on the all-weather.
FRANBERRI couldn't build on the promise of her Yarmouth debut effort when third at Ripon 33 days ago but she had underfoot conditions as a plausible excuse and it would come as no surprise to see a better showing from this very well-bred daughter of Frankel on AW debut. Night At Sea and A Gift Of Love, another well-bred pair, are others fancied to be in the mix.
(5) Samatian 6/1, Off the mark over C&D on his reappearance/first run following a wind op last season. Held form well thereafter (made the frame all 5 subsequent starts) and he should have a role to play, provided he is again fully tuned-up on the back of a break. Handles most ground and he had form figures of 132224 last season; respected on return.
14
(14) (9/1 +25%) Libor Lad
9
9/1(+25%)
(14) Libor Lad 9/1, Good second of 12 in handicap hurdle at Perth (2½m, heavy) on his reappearance last month. That effort represented a step forward and, with this slightly shorter trip a plus, he's not without each-way hope. Back from a break with a second at Perth in September and he could be in the mix again.
11
(11) (11/1 -100%) Smart Casual
11
11/1(-100%)
(11) Smart Casual 11/1, Bumper run wasn't devoid of promise and also more than hinted at ability in maiden/novice hurdles in the spring. Appeals as the type who will go on to better things in handicaps this term and he's one to keep a close eye on in the betting. Well-bred 5yo and he needs a close look on his seasonal/handicap debut.
10
(10) (11/8 +27%) King Otis
1.375
11/8(+27%)
(10) King Otis 11/8, Landed a gamble starting out for new yard off career-low mark in 2m Plumpton novices' handicap hurdle (good to soft) 10 days ago. Obvious claims under a penalty. Easy win at Plumpton on stable debut and he's well treated under penalty; strong claims.
1
(1) (12/1 +33%) Henry Box Brown
12
12/1(+33%)
(1) Henry Box Brown 12/1, Improved form when opening hurdles account at Uttoxeter last December and, though largely disappointing thereafter, there were positives to glean from his reappearance at the same course last month. Each-way chance if able to build on that. On dangerous mark and conditions are no problem but he needs to turn things around.
2
(2) (14/1 +36%) Kenny George
14
14/1(+36%)
(2) Kenny George 14/1, Sole hurdle win back in 2019 but, save for a poor effort at Plumpton when last seen in March, he didn't do a great deal wrong last season. Resumes on a good mark and shouldn't be far away if fully tuned-up for this. On workable mark but sole win was four years ago and he's probably best watched on return.
12
(12) (16/1 +11%) Boys Of Wexford
16
16/1(+11%)
(12) Boys Of Wexford 16/1, Upped his game switched to fences last season, scoring at Uttoxeter before a string of decent efforts in defeat. No worthwhile form to his name in this sphere but will be a danger to all if able translate his improved chase form back hurdling off a potentially handy mark. Chase winner and he needs watching in market back over hurdles on his return.
15
(15) (18/1 +10%) She Has Notions
18
18/1(+10%)
(15) She Has Notions 18/1, Showed that some ability remains when third in a 12-runner Plumpton handicap (20.5f, good) from 3 lb out of the weights. Looks capable of winning a race on that evidence, but there will be easier opportunities than this. Respectable effort at Plumpton latest but he's hard to predict and others are preferred.
7
(7) (18/1 +18%) Footloose Man
18
18/1(+18%)
(7) Footloose Man 18/1, Yet to match his bumper form since sent hurdling, but his effort in a 16.3f novice here last time wasn't a bad one and improvement is entirely possible now upped in trip for this handicap debut. Handicap newcomer and he looks a possible improver at this new trip; one to keep an eye on.
13
(13) (22/1 -120%) Passing Kate
22
22/1(-120%)
(13) Passing Kate 22/1, No real impact in 4 starts over hurdles for Grace Harris last term, but she made a fairly positive start for this yard when fifth of 10 on her reappearance at Worcester (2m, soft) 3 weeks ago. Possibilities if able to build on that here. Promising fifth at Worcester last month and has each-way claims if she can build on that.
3
(3) (25/1 +11%) Rock On Tommy
25
25/1(+11%)
(3) Rock On Tommy 25/1, Back-to-back winner of 2m handicaps at Uttoxeter in July and good second there when bidding for the hat-trick at the end of that month. However, he failed to make a meaningful impact on his reappearance last month and is probably a shade too high in the weights. Two wins at Uttoxeter in July but he was laboured there last month; equipment removed.
16
(16) (25/1 +11%) Whynotnowroy
25
25/1(+11%)
(16) Whynotnowroy 25/1, Third in a bumper at Wincanton last November, but he hasn't shown much in 3 starts since switched to hurdles and sizeable step forward needed now handicapping. Tailed off in three runs over hurdles and needs to show a lot more on his handicap debut.
4
(4) (28/1 -100%) Merry Dreamer
28
28/1(-100%)
(4) Merry Dreamer 28/1, Just fair form at best over hurdles in Ireland and offered little in 3 starts for Ben Clarke last season. Second in a point when last seen April, but he was beaten a long way by the winner that day and is opposable back under Rules on debut for new yard. 0-9 under rules and has plenty to prove back over hurdles for another new yard.
8
(8) (28/1 -27%) Gaia Vallis
28
28/1(-27%)
(8) Gaia Vallis 28/1, Scored a couple of times in 2021/22 and placed 4 times from 7 starts last season, posting her best effort of that campaign when just touched off in a mares' handicap at Taunton in April. Still, others make more appeal for win purposes. Two hurdle wins but latest was over 2m6f and she doesn't have a great record when fresh.
6
(6) (50/1 -52%) Harthill
50
50/1(-52%)
(6) Harthill 50/1, Well held in bumpers and only poor form over hurdles, remote third of six in handicap hurdle at Newton Abbot (21.6f, soft) on return last month. Easy enough to look elsewhere. 0-7 and she's not finished closer than 19l to a winner; needs improvement back in trip.
9
(9) (66/1 -136%) Mister Upton
66
66/1(-136%)
(9) Mister Upton 66/1, Lightly-raced maiden hurdler who will need to leave the form he showed in maiden/novice company last term well behind in order to make a winning handicap debut. Still early days and now goes handicapping but he needs major improvement.
LTO Selection:
14:55 Stratford Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 19f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 5 race.
It is hard to get away from the James Owen-trained KING OTIS, who shoulders a 7lb penalty after making all on his stable bow at Plumpton recently. Conditional Jamie Gambin effectively negates that rise with his 10lb claim and the seven-year-old should take all the beating. The selection will likely encounter more arduous conditions in this contest, which may offer some hope to handicap debutant Smart Casual, while Merry Dreamer is worth noting in the market having changed stables.
There were signs that SMART CASUAL was getting the hang of things when last seen in a Wincanton maiden in April and, with improvement anticipated now pitched into a handicap, he gets the nod. King Otis looks a big threat under a penalty following his recent winning debut for this yard at Plumpton, while Samatian, who was a C&D winner on his reappearance last season, is also high on the shortlist. Kenny George and Passing Kate are live each-way candidates.
This can go to KING OTIS (nap), who easily landed a gamble on his stable debut at Plumpton and is well treated under a penalty.
(6) Rockstown Native 3/1, Irish point winner who showed encouragement both outings in bumpers. After 6 months off and with tongue strap fitted, shaped well sent hurdling when runner-up in maiden at Warwick (21f) in October. Can go one better with improvement to come. No match for winner when second on last month's hurdling debut but still considered here.
4
(4) (5/4 -14%) Illico De Cotte
1.25
5/4(-14%)
(4) Illico De Cotte 5/4, Fetched £100,000 after landing an Irish maiden point by 12 lengths in March. Has joined a top yard and confidence behind him in the betting on this Rules debut would look significant. Impressed in heavy-ground point in March and was bought for £100,000 soon afterwards.
2
(2) (11/1 +0%) Canty Bay
11
11/1(+0%)
(2) Canty Bay 11/1, Made the frame both starts in bumpers and offered something to work on in a pair of maiden hurdles last season, sixth of 16 at Exeter (18.5f) on his latest outing on New Year's Day. Improvement required on his return. Placed in a bumper in 2022 but soundly beaten on both hurdling starts last season.
8
(8) (12/1 -9%) Face D'music
12
12/1(-9%)
(8) Face D'music 12/1, Finished third on only outing in Irish points in May and subsequently sold for £100,000. Has a fair standard to aim at as he makes his first start under Rules. Bought for £100,000 soon after finishing third in good-ground Irish point on debut in May.
14
(14) (14/1 -17%) Tique
14
14/1(-17%)
(14) Tique 14/1, Bumper winner at the fourth attempt at Bangor in May but has been let down by her jumping both starts over hurdles, well-beaten fourth of 6 at Hereford 16 days ago. Has work to do. Disappointing favourite in modest mares' race last month; this is much tougher.
5
(5) (16/1 +0%) Letmetellusomethin
16
16/1(+0%)
(5) Letmetellusomethin 16/1, Just modest form when placed in a Southwell bumper last November and looked in need of the experience when mid-field in a pair of novice hurdles at Wetherby earlier this year. Step up in trip should suit with tongue strap now applied. Showed only minor promise in his two hurdling starts last season.
9
(9) (16/1 +0%) Golden Ambition
16
16/1(+0%)
(9) Golden Ambition 16/1, Strong in the betting (5/1) but only tenth of 17 in bumper at Warwick in April on debut. Interesting to see if he attracts support again as he goes up in trip for his hurdling bow. Only tenth of 17 when 5-1 for bumper debut but ought to be capable of better.
7
(7) (20/1 +0%) Clondaw Royale
20
20/1(+0%)
(7) Clondaw Royale 20/1, Runner-up sole start in Irish points but, with tongue strap added for his Rules debut, made little impact when eighth of 9 in novice hurdle at Fontwell (17.7f) in October. Will need to leave his first effort over hurdles well behind. Second on Irish point debut in April but tailed off when switched to hurdles last month.
11
(11) (20/1 +0%) Star Of Affinity
20
20/1(+0%)
(11) Star Of Affinity 20/1, Shaped as if in need of the experience when fifth of 13 in bumper at Taunton in April, pulling hard. Will need to take a big step forward from that run as he goes hurdling after 6 months off. Made just a mildly encouraging bumper debut in April but should improve over jumps.
10
(10) (28/1 +0%) Jongleur D'Etoiles
28
28/1(+0%)
(10) Jongleur D'Etoiles 28/1, Failed to meet expectations on sole bumper outing and, after 5 months off, finished well held at much bigger odds (66/1) in novice at Fontwell (17.7f) on hurdling debut in October. May be one for further down the line. Well beaten after racing too freely on last month's hurdling debut at Fontwell.
12
(12) (66/1 +0%) The Flying Fig
66
66/1(+0%)
(12) The Flying Fig 66/1, Offered little in 2 starts over hurdles at the beginning of the year, behind when unseated rider 2 out in junior event at Newbury in February. Best watched. Behind when unseating rider on both hurdling starts last season; makes no appeal here.
1
(1) (100/1 +0%) Barbarosa
100
100/1(+0%)
(1) Barbarosa 100/1, Fair handicapper at best on Flat but, following a spell in Poland (won twice), finished well held in seller at Leicester when last seen back in July 2021. Makes hurdling debut on first run for yard after leaving Mrs Monika Krzyskow. Not seen since running poorly in a Flat seller in July 2021; hurdle debut today.
3
(3) (100/1 +0%) Honore
100
100/1(+0%)
(3) Honore 100/1, Down the field in 2 bumpers and has failed to complete both starts over hurdles so far, struggling a long way out when pulled up in novice at this course (2m) last November. Looks to be up against it. Struggled when 200-1 for 2m novice hurdle here last November and not seen again since.
LTO Selection:
15:05 Lingfield Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 20f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 4 race.
Rockstown Native arguably sets the standard of those with hurdling experience and the son of Califet shouldn't be far away if building on last month's Warwick second. Preference, however, is for the Dan Skelton-trained ILLICO DE COTTE. An easy winner of his sole point-to-point, the selection may have too much class for these rivals and can land this novice contest en route to better things. Face D'music also enters calculations.
Having shown encouragement in bumpers, ROCKSTOWN NATIVE shaped better still sent hurdling after 6 months off when runner-up at Warwick in October and can continue his progress to open his account under Rules. Illico de Cotte is feared most.
The most interesting runner is impressive Irish point winner ILLICO DE COTTE, who could have a very good future under rules.
(6) More Info 8/1, First run since leaving Adrian Brendan Joyce when career best when winning 14-runner handicap hurdle at this course (23f, soft, 16/1) 14 days ago. 7 lb rise may leave her vulnerable. Won over 2m7f here a fortnight ago and stamina will be at a premium if the rain comes.
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(11) (10/3 +67%) Mitiva
3.333333
10/3(+67%)
(11) Mitiva 10/3, Creditable fourth of 14 in handicap hurdle at Fairyhouse (16f, soft, 7/2) 31 days ago, not knocked about. Up in trip and she's one to consider. Course bumper winner had been off four months before Fairyhouse fourth over 2m; new trip.
2
(2) (10/3 -21%) Atimetodream
3.333333
10/3(-21%)
(2) Atimetodream 10/3, Promising type. 1 win from 2 runs this season. 4/1, career best when winning 14-runner handicap hurdle at Listowel (20f, soft) 40 days ago, cruising clear. Big player. Easy winner over this trip at Listowel on second handicap start; now 11lb higher.
1
(1) (10/1 +50%) Broomfield Hall
10
10/1(+50%)
(1) Broomfield Hall 10/1, Five wins from 17 NH runs. Seventeenth of 18 in handicap hurdle at Galway (16.5f, good to soft, 14/1) 92 days ago. Back up in trip. Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals. Rattled off four-timer last year, tw hurdles, two chases; has been out of form for a while.
5
(5) (10/1 -11%) Sea Aster
10
10/1(-11%)
(5) Sea Aster 10/1, Blinkered for 1st time, pulled up in handicap hurdle (6/1) at Punchestown (23f, good) 23 days ago, weakening. Cheekpieces back on and claims if able to bounce back. Second to Costanucci at Listowel; too keen in blinkers last time and they are discarded.
12
(12) (11/1 -38%) Phils Choice
11
11/1(-38%)
(12) Phils Choice 11/1, 12/1, good fifth of 15 in handicap hurdle at Killarney (22.8f, good to soft) 32 days ago. Can make presence felt. Pretty consistent maiden; second over 2m at Cork and not beaten far over 2m7f last time.
7
(7) (12/1 +14%) Bynx
12
12/1(+14%)
(7) Bynx 12/1, Winner in hurdle at Tramore in June. Respectable 9¾ lengths sixth of 10 to Costanuci in handicap hurdle (13/2) at Clonmel (19.8f, heavy) 35 days ago, left poorly placed. Merits consideration. Nearly 10l behind Costanucci at Clonmel and pull in the weights may not be enough.
4
(4) (13/2 -8%) Costanuci
6.5
13/2(-8%)
(4) Costanuci 13/2, Three wins from 6 runs this season. Career best when winning 10-runner handicap hurdle (16/5) at Clonmel (19.8f, heavy) 35 days ago, cosily. This is more demanding. On a hat-trick and has got an 8lb hike for each win; may well have more to offer.
9
(9) (16/1 +20%) Call Her Now
16
16/1(+20%)
(9) Call Her Now 16/1, Lightly-raced winner over hurdles. Folded as if amiss pulled up in handicap hurdle (15/2) at Listowel (20f, good to soft) 46 days ago won by Costanuci, dropping away 3 out. Disappointing since maiden win over 2m on good/yielding; won a point on soft.
13
(13) (20/1 -25%) Dragon's Pass
20
20/1(-25%)
(13) Dragon's Pass 20/1, Creditable second of 10 in handicap hurdle at Sligo (20.6f, good to soft, 7/1) 71 days ago, not ideally placed. Each-way chance. Trip and ground will suit and narrowly beaten at Sligo when last seen but up in grade.
10
(10) (22/1 +12%) Glendars Mahler
22
22/1(+12%)
(10) Glendars Mahler 22/1, Winner in hurdle at Sligo in August. 20/1, respectable 15 lengths sixth of 11 to Costanuci in handicap hurdle at Listowel (20f, good to soft) 46 days ago. Sligo maiden winner in August but was well behind Costanucci in Listowel handicap.
14
(14) (35/1 -75%) We'llgowats
35
35/1(-75%)
(14) We'llgowats 35/1, Unreliable sort. 1 win from 2 runs this season. Latest win in hurdle at Gowran in September. Respectable ninth of 22 in handicap hurdle at Punchestown (20f, good, 13/2) 23 days ago. Has work to do. Won on testing ground at Gowran but well beaten since and 4lb wrong here.
3
(3) (40/1 -100%) Faux Fur
40
40/1(-100%)
(3) Faux Fur 40/1, Career best when winning 14-runner novice hurdle at Tramore (20.3f, heavy, 28/1) 21 days ago, always holding on. Makes handicap hurdle debut. Open to progress. Yard also saddles Sea Aster. 28-1 when winning Tramore maiden under Kennedy; he jumps ship to ride Sea Aster now.
The chart reads from right to left to today's race.
A course bumper winner on soft ground last year, MITIVA is interesting here after finishing fourth at Fairyhouse last month. That creditable display came after four months off and stepping up in trip may well suit the daughter of Motivator who is closely related to useful staying chaser Mister Coffey. Costanucci has won three of her last five starts and handled testing ground when winning at Clonmel last time. She's up another 8lb for that success but is on a roll at present and may be capable of further progress. Atimetodream was a ready winner over this trip on her second handicap start at Listowel. Henry de Bromhead's five-year-old has taken a sharp rise in the ratings but is well bred and there could be more to come.
ATIMETODREAM impoved when scoring in good style at the second time of asking in handicap company at Listowel and, still unexposed, she looks capable of following up off this 9 lb higher mark. She may have most to fear from Mitiva, who wasn't knocked about when fourth at Fairyhouse and this step up in trip looks a good move. Phils Choice is third choice ahead of the hat-trick seeking Costanuci and Sea Aster.
(4) Artisan Dancer 2/1, 3 wins from 10 runs this year. Latest win at Lingfield in September. 15/8, creditable third of 9 in handicap at Newcastle (16.2f) 13 days ago. Expected to be bang there. Three AW wins this summer; third off this mark last time; may yet have a bigger run in him.
7
(7) (9/2 -29%) Surrey Belle
4.5
9/2(-29%)
(7) Surrey Belle 9/2, Golden Horn filly who made the frame first 3 starts in handicaps and proved too free to have any chance of lasting out under tough conditions when distant fourth at Chester (14.4f, heavy) 33 days ago. Remains relatively early days but she does need to settle better. Struggled on heavy ground last time and now 0-7 but current mark is workable.
3
(3) (9/1 +0%) Kehlani
9
9/1(+0%)
(3) Kehlani 9/1, 10/3, fifth of 7 in handicap at Lingfield (13f, AW) 47 days ago, slightly short of room final 1f but keeping on. Not out of things tackling this slightly longer trip. Below best last time but her second in new cheekpieces two runs ago makes her of interest.
8
(8) (11/2 +15%) Autonomy
5.5
11/2(+15%)
(8) Autonomy 11/2, C&D winner. Six wins from 20 Flat runs. 17/2, creditable fourth of 8 in handicap at this course (16.6f) 12 days ago, keeping on when hampered inside final 1f. Operating 3 lb below last winning mark and drop back in trip fine. Triple Tapeta winner in spring 2022 and looked back in good form here 12 days ago.
2
(2) (11/2 +15%) Turner Girl
5.5
11/2(+15%)
(2) Turner Girl 11/2, Latest win at Newcastle (12.5f) in August. Creditable second of 6 in handicap at Southwell (12.1f, 7/1) 35 days ago, every chance approaching final 1f and keeping on. Longer trip within range and she's one to consider. Went close on her last two appearances and is probably still on a workable mark.
5
(5) (13/2 -44%) Buxted Reel
6.5
13/2(-44%)
(5) Buxted Reel 13/2, Course winner. 13/2, creditable second of 12 in handicap at Chelmsford City (14f) 14 days ago, no match for winner. On a very handy mark if he can back that up here. Arrested decline with good second last month; remains on very good mark.
9
(9) (18/1 -50%) Sindri
18
18/1(-50%)
(9) Sindri 18/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 14/1 and visored for 1st time, tenth of 14 in handicap at Kempton (11f) 17 days ago. Makes tapeta debut and visor quickly discarded now upped further in trip. Had excuses when well beaten on handicap debut; up in trip here; may still have potential.
6
(6) (33/1 -32%) Kalamity Kitty
33
33/1(-32%)
(6) Kalamity Kitty 33/1, Successful all 3 starts at up to 2m early last year but not kicked on from an encouraging reappearance run this term and would need to see more before becoming of interest. Won all three races in 2022 but seems badly to have lost her way this year.
1
(1) (100/1 -614%) Man Of Riddles
100
100/1(-614%)
(1) Man Of Riddles 100/1, Fairly useful in this sphere (3-time winner on AW stays 16.5f). Bought by present yard for 35,000 gns and may have needed the run when fifth of 6 on return/hurdles bow at Market Rasen (23f) in June but he's tough to assess having been absent subsequently. Tailed off in a novice hurdle on stable debut in June; others have much less to prove.
LTO Selection:
15:20 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 5) 14f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 5 race.
TURNER GIRL has hit the crossbar the last twice, including over 1m4f at Southwell last time, and is well respected off the same mark. The four-year-old filly should have no problem with this step back up in distance, so she can go one better on this occasion. The main danger is Artisan Dancer, who has failed to justify favouritism on each of his last two starts but was far from disgraced at Newcastle when third. Man Of Riddles warrants a market check too.
ARTISAN DANCER has enjoyed a good spell on AW, completing a quick-fire hat-trick over further at Lingfield in September. Far from disgraced when third at Newcastle on his latest start 2 weeks ago, his mark remains a workable one and he can make his presence felt again. Buxted Reel and Turner Girl head up the dangers, whilst Surrey Belle isn't one to dismiss out of hand either.
(5) Dancing Cloud 4/1, Seventh of 9 in handicap at this C&D (4/1) 20 days ago. In-and-out form lately but mark still looks fair and cheekpieces are applied now. Fair efforts in the spring; disappointing since; headgear tried; others look stronger.
9
(9) (7/1 +30%) Show No Fear
7
7/1(+30%)
(9) Show No Fear 7/1, Bit below form sixth of 12 in handicap (15/2) at Tramore (12f, good) 50 days ago. Makes tapeta debut. One to note in the betting for new yard. Ex-Irish 12-race maiden; chance on best turf form, but not so good on AW; stable debut.
7
(7) (9/2 -29%) Dragonball Prince
4.5
9/2(-29%)
(7) Dragonball Prince 9/2, Respectable fifth of 9 in handicap at Pontefract (18f, good to soft, 11/2) 24 days ago. Still appears to be in top form and slight drop back in trip should suit. Disappointing last time but two good runs prior to that; goes well on Tapeta; chance.
8
(8) (10/1 +9%) Bamboo Bay
10
10/1(+9%)
(8) Bamboo Bay 10/1, Thirteen runs since last win in 2022. Ninth of 10 in handicap (7/2) at Redcar (14f, good) 44 days ago. Others make more appeal. Below-par this year but has become well handicapped; stamina to prove and better on turf.
3
(3) (10/3 +17%) Sophar Sogood
3.333333
10/3(+17%)
(3) Sophar Sogood 10/3, Latest win at Kempton in September. 13/2, respectable fourth of 9 in handicap at this C&D 13 days ago, slowly away. Has a solid record on AW and should give another good account. 2m Kempton winner in September, but well beaten both starts since; bit to prove now.
2
(2) (10/3 +5%) Tafsir
3.333333
10/3(+5%)
(2) Tafsir 10/3, 3 wins from 15 runs this year. Latest win at Musselburgh in August. 8/1, good second of 9 in handicap at Ayr (13.1f, heavy) 21 days ago. Up in trip. Leading claims. Three wins at up to 1m6f in 2023; fair form recently; interesting on first run at 2m.
1
(1) (25/1 +11%) Grifter
25
25/1(+11%)
(1) Grifter 25/1, Last of 13 in handicap at Catterick (15.9f, good to firm, 80/1). Off 113 days. First run for yard after leaving Danny Brooke. Visored for 1st time, tongue strap on for 1st time. Others make more appeal. Won over 8.5f in 2022; mainly well beaten since; now tried in a tongue-tie and visor.
6
(6) (28/1 -27%) Gift Of Raaj
28
28/1(-27%)
(6) Gift Of Raaj 28/1, Eleven runs since last win in 2022. Seventh of 9 in handicap at Musselburgh (16f, good to soft, 16/1) 17 days ago. Has a bit to prove at present. Has been disappointing since hurdles win in Feb; on a good mark, but a bit to prove now.
LTO Selection:
15:25 Newcastle Handicap (Class 6) 16f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 6 race.
DRAGONBALL PRINCE may have disappointed last time out at Pontefract, but his form prior to that was very encouraging and this looks like an ideal opportunity to finally get off the mark. A progressive sort from mid-summer onwards, Tafsir may be 7lb above her last winning mark but she remains in excellent form, while Sophar Sogood is another to consider.
DANCING CLOUD arrives on the back of a lesser effort but he'd looked threatening from a higher mark before that and cheekpieces could bring out the best in him, so a chance is taken on him to bounce back. Tafsir shaped well again last time and seems likely to feature if she gets the longer trip, while Dragonball Prince can't be ruled out.
(11) Martalmix'jac 5/1, Patchy record over jumps but with a tongue tie added, he finally capitalised on a plummeting mark to shed maiden tag here (19.5f) 24 days ago, reduced advantage last but finding extra on Flat. More on his plate back up in trip but he remains lightly raced in this sphere. Unexposed chaser who won here (2m3f) last time but this is tougher from out of the weights.
9
(9) (9/1 +10%) Guguss Collonges
9
9/1(+10%)
(9) Guguss Collonges 9/1, Winning chaser who encouragingly backed up his previous run over hurdles when finishing good third of 5 in handicap chase at Plumpton (19.7f) 10 days ago. Each-way claims from this reduced mark. Two fair efforts this autumn but he's now 1-22 and others are more persuasive.
6
(6) (9/1 +0%) Jack Doyen
9
9/1(+0%)
(6) Jack Doyen 9/1, Placed in points and left form of his chasing debut behind when scoring at Warwick 7 months ago. Type to do better still in this sphere, so merits plenty of respect. Got off the mark at Warwick (2m4f, soft) in March and he's open to more progress this term.
2
(2) (10/3 -11%) Ballybeen
3.333333
10/3(-11%)
(2) Ballybeen 10/3, Modest maiden hurdler but already a better chaser, making the frame for fourth successive start at Fontwell (21.6f) in May, that despite his jumping lacking polish. Yard have made a bright start this autumn and he's respected back from 6 months off. Has record of 2223 since switched to fences and he's respected on his return.
10
(10) (11/1 +73%) Unai
11
11/1(+73%)
(10) Unai 11/1, Fair winning chaser but offered little last term and no upturn re-united with this yard back from 5 months off when fifth of 10 in handicap at Uttoxeter (3m, soft) 25 days ago. Has dropped a long way in the weights but he needs to turn things around in new headgear.
8
(8) (11/4 +45%) Justshortofabubble
2.75
11/4(+45%)
(8) Justshortofabubble 11/4, Reliable chaser who got back to winning ways with plenty to spare at Bangor (3m) 4 weeks ago, jumping soundly. Yet to defy a mark this high but his consistency sure to stand him in good stead at this level. C&D winner who scored at Bangor last time and is respected back in trip.
1
(1) (15/2 +38%) Pilot Show
7.5
15/2(+38%)
(1) Pilot Show 15/2, Point winner who made a successful chase debut in handicap at Catterick (25.3f) last December. After a couple of below-par efforts, back on track when third at Ffos Las (25.3f) in April and he can be thereabouts if ready to go on his return. Won at Catterick last December but he's not gone on from that and others are preferred.
4
(4) (16/1 -100%) Another Day Out
16
16/1(-100%)
(4) Another Day Out 16/1, Winning Irish pointer at third attempt and promise to glean from her Southwell second on hurdles bow in March. May have found Hereford assignment coming too soon the following month and she's one to monitor closely in the betting now chasing. Handicap debut. Irish point winner who is still very lightly raced but has a bit to prove on her return.
5
(5) (22/1 +33%) Hobie
22
22/1(+33%)
(5) Hobie 22/1, Irish point winner who stepped up on low-key hurdles debut when landing a Worcester maiden (2m) in May. However, following 3 months off he struggled in both of his starts in September, and again on chasing bow at Exeter (19.2f) 3 weeks ago. Mark is falling but he's struggled in last three runs and has plenty to prove at new trip.
3
(3) (33/1 +18%) Putdecashonthedash
33
33/1(+18%)
(3) Putdecashonthedash 33/1, Signed off 2021/22 on a winning note at Plumpton but he rarely stands much racing and struggling some way out when distant fifth of 6 on return at Fontwell (26f) 4 weeks ago. Tough to assess. 10yo who has lost his way and was tailed off at Fontwell last month.
12
(12) (66/1 -65%) Voice Of Hope
66
66/1(-65%)
(12) Voice Of Hope 66/1, Winning hurdler in Ireland and posted best effort since joining this yard when second over fences at Huntingdon (23.6f, soft) in March. Not disgraced at Warwick (3m) final start but others make greater appeal on balance. 0-7 over fences and this looks tough from out of the weights on his return.
LTO Selection:
15:30 Stratford Handicap Chase (Class 5) 23f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 5 race.
An open-looking contest in which recent Bangor winner Justshortofabubble has to be considered with race fitness on his side, even though a 6lb rise won't make things easier in a deeper race. For all that, it may pay to look at some of the less-exposed seasonal returnees, particularly the mud-loving PILOT SHOW, who caught the eye on his final start last season after wind surgery. Another Day Out should relish this longer trip on his handicap bow and also merits respect.
STRIKING OUT ran his best race for some time on the back of 12 weeks off when runner-up at Ludlow 7 days ago and with this longer trip entitled to hold no fears, he shades the vote to confirm the promise of that run operating from the same mark. This is competitive though, with Ballybeen, Jack Doyen and Justshortofabubble a trio of others expected to feature.
Preference is for STRIKING OUT who stayed on well to go close at Ludlow last week and is on the same mark on this step back up in trip.
(4) Johnnywho Evens, Wide-margin winner of sole start between the flags back in October 2021 and looked a smart prospect when running away with 9-runner bumper at Taunton (16.5f, heavy) on NH debut. Looks a powerful traveller and should take plenty of beating on hurdles bow.
13
(13) (3/1 +0%) Ten Lengths Tom
3
3/1(+0%)
(13) Ten Lengths Tom 3/1, Appeared to still be learning on the job but showed plenty to be positive about when winning 8-runner bumper at Warwick (16f, soft) in March with plenty in hand. Highly respected stepping up in trip for hurdles bow.
12
(12) (7/1 -23%) Sun Joy
7
7/1(-23%)
(12) Sun Joy 7/1, French Flat winner hasn't been out of the frame in 4 completed starts over timber for M. Mescam. Has already reached a fairly useful level and rates a threat on UK debut.
3
(3) (15/2 +0%) Impact Du Bonheur
7.5
15/2(+0%)
(3) Impact Du Bonheur 15/2, Bought for €90,000 after winning the third of 3 bumper starts for P. Journiac but proved disappointing when only second of 7 in novice hurdle at Wincanton (19.8f, soft) on UK/hurdles debut. Should do better after 7 months off.
1
(1) (18/1 -22%) Captain Wallace
18
18/1(-22%)
(1) Captain Wallace 18/1, €55,000 3-y-o, £60,000 5-y-o, Milan gelding. Brother to 2 winners, including fairly useful chaser Jimmil, and closely related to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser Wolf Shield. Irish point runner-up, so merits a second look for good yard.
5
(5) (18/1 +0%) Kilbarry Hill
18
18/1(+0%)
(5) Kilbarry Hill 18/1, Blue Bresil gelding. £38,000 buy after finishing runner-up twice from 5 starts in Irish points. Yard's newcomers always respected.
2
(2) (28/1 +0%) Eire Street
28
28/1(+0%)
(2) Eire Street 28/1, Lightly raced in points and showed promise when staying on for second in a Sligo bumper last summer. Not in same form for current connections when third in 5-runner bumper at Newton Abbot (16.8f, good to soft, 4/1) next time. Market can prove guide after 13 months off.
7
(7) (28/1 +0%) Renegade Arrow
28
28/1(+0%)
(7) Renegade Arrow 28/1, Built on a promising debut to come from a fair way back and land 7-runner bumper (11/4) at Perth (16.2f, good to soft) in September 2021. Off since, so market can act as guide now hurdling.
8
(8) (28/1 +0%) Sprucefrontiers
28
28/1(+0%)
(8) Sprucefrontiers 28/1, Sans Frontieres gelding. Sister to point winner Pelegrine Falcon. Dam, lightly raced in bumpers, sister to fairly useful 2m chaser Tree Creeper. Last of 3 finishers sole start in Irish points, so others preferred.
6
(6) (33/1 +0%) Mullys Choice
33
33/1(+0%)
(6) Mullys Choice 33/1, Picked up for £60,000 after finishing second in a maiden point last November but didn't show too much immediate promise when fifth of 7 in novice hurdle at Worcester (23f, soft) on NH debut 21 days ago. Looks one for further down the line.
14
(14) (80/1 +0%) Tara's Light
80
80/1(+0%)
(14) Tara's Light 80/1, Made little impression both completed starts in bumpers and is hard to recommend on return/hurdles debut.
10
(10) (150/1 +0%) Elpologreg
150
150/1(+0%)
(10) Elpologreg 150/1, Modest form at best in bumpers and went backwards from a mildly encouraging hurdles debut when fifth of 8 in novice hurdle at Fontwell (19.2f, good) 26 days ago. Easy to dismiss.
11
(11) (200/1 +0%) Mountain Bay
200
200/1(+0%)
(11) Mountain Bay 200/1, Well held in pair of bumpers and fared little better when seventh of 11 in novice hurdle at Stratford (16.3f, good to soft) on hurdles bow 24 days ago.
9
(9) (200/1 +0%) Vendant
200
200/1(+0%)
(9) Vendant 200/1, Vendangeur gelding. Placed in points but showed little when eleventh of 14 in bumper at Fontwell (17.7f, soft) on NH debut. Off 9 months. Makes hurdles debut.
LTO Selection:
15:40 Lingfield Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 20f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 4 race.
Winning pointer JOHNNYWHO confirmed himself an exciting prospect for Jonjo O'Neill when readily landing a Taunton bumper on his rules debut in March and it would be no surprise to see him make a successful start over hurdles. Fellow bumper scorer Ten Lengths Tom also warrants a second look along with Ben Pauling's French recruit Sun Joy, whilst Impact Du Bonheur is probably better than he showed on his hurdling debut at Wincanton and shouldn't be written off.
JOHNNYWHO was amongst the most exciting bumper winners in Britain last season and he's fancied to confirm himself a smart prospect by making a successful hurdles debut. Ben Pauling's French recruit Sun Joy has bags of experience at a good standard, so should prove a worthy rival for the selection, whilst Ten Lengths Tom also created a good impression in bumpers last year and is preferred for third to Paul Nicholls' Impact du Bonheur, who has to shrug off an underwhelming UK debut.
The unbeaten JOHNNYWHO has been impressive when winning an Irish point and a bumper and he could have a bright future over hurdles.
(3) Lecky Watson 4/7, Useful in bumpers (best effort when fourth in Champion Bumper at Cheltenham) and far from disgraced when fifth in big-field affair at Punchestown in April having raced freely. Has to be of interest now attentions switch to timber on return. Fourth in Champion Bumper at Cheltenham; didn't show that form at Punchestown; hurdles bow.
6
(6) (9/1 +36%) Secrecies Of Stone
9
9/1(+36%)
(6) Secrecies Of Stone 9/1, Promising type. 12/1, third of 18 in novice hurdle at Listowel (20f, soft) on hurdles debut 41 days ago, losing second close home as lack of a recent outing possibly told. Likely to improve. Fair third on rules debut at Listowel (2m4f) and a place again the best he can hope for.
1
(1) (9/4 -13%) Shannon Royale
2.25
9/4(-13%)
(1) Shannon Royale 9/4, Useful winner at 17f in bumpers. 30/100, second of 9 in novice hurdle at Fairyhouse (20.5f, soft) on hurdles bow 31 days ago, finishing clear of the remainder. Sure to progress. Clonmel bumper winner in April; turned over at 3-10 on hurdling debut but fitter for that.
4
(4) (14/1 +22%) Rushmount
14
14/1(+22%)
(4) Rushmount 14/1, Shirocco gelding. Dam, point winner, half-brother to modest hurdler (21f winner) Castlerock Rose, fair bumper winner Lohort Castle. Runner-up both starts in points (latest Apr 2). Trainer doesn't run many but they're always to be respected; runner-up in both points.
5
(5) (16/1 -45%) Sam Magee
16
16/1(-45%)
(5) Sam Magee 16/1, Fair hurdler. 15/2, seventh of 9 in handicap hurdle at Fairyhouse (16f, soft) 26 days ago. Steps up significantly in trip here with a bit to prove. Mark is on the slide after some disappointing efforts and he's hard to fancy up in trip.
7
(7) (20/1 +9%) Tom Kelly
20
20/1(+9%)
(7) Tom Kelly 20/1, Fair hurdler. Respectable fourth of 19 in novice hurdle at Punchestown (20f, good, 16/1) 23 days ago. Handicaps likely to be more his bag in this sphere. Fair form in three starts for this yard and steps up in trip here; small place chance.
2
(2) (50/1 -25%) Cato's Revenge
50
50/1(-25%)
(2) Cato's Revenge 50/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 11/4, fifth of 8 in bumper at Killarney (17f, good) 171 days ago. Makes hurdles debut. Significantly up in trip. Some decent bumper runs; off since April and entitled to come on for this hurdling debut.
8
(8) (250/1 -150%) Western Express
250
250/1(-150%)
(8) Western Express 250/1, Once-raced maiden. 100/1, pulled up in novice chase at Gowran (20f, heavy) on NH debut 33 days ago, looking green and tailing off from early. Passed over making hurdles debut. 100s and didn't jump well before being pulled up on debut at Cork.
9
(9) (250/1 -25%) Zingara Lass
250
250/1(-25%)
(9) Zingara Lass 250/1, 50/1, ninth of 14 in novice hurdle at Ballinrobe (22.1f, good to soft) 66 days ago. Hard to make a case for. Modest form and no chance in this company.
LTO Selection:
15:50 Thurles Maiden Hurdle 23f Race Speed Rating Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's race.
SHANNON ROYALE won a bumper on heavy ground at Clonmel in April and was a short-priced favourite on hurdling debut at Fairyhouse last month. Gordon Elliott's charge was turned over by a 107-rated rival but having that run under his belt will be an asset as he steps up in trip on testing ground. Lecky Watson's fourth in the Champion Bumper at Cheltenham is the standout piece of form but he was a long way below that when a beaten favourite at the Punchestown festival. He could easily outclass these rivals but may be vulnerable on seasonal and hurdling debut. Jonathan Sweeney has a small string but his runners always merit respect and Rushmount, runner-up in both point-to-point starts in the spring, could go well on rules debut.
LECKY WATSON quickly reached a useful level in bumpers, producing his best effort when finishing an unlucky fourth in the Champion Bumper at the Festival in March and he gets the nod to make it first time lucky in this sphere back from 6 months off. Shannon Royale is another useful prospect and is feared most, ahead of Secrecies of Stone.
The big two are Champion Bumper fourth Lecky Watson and SHANNON ROYALE who has the benefit of a recent run over hurdles
(7) Gypsy Whisper 7/1, Fifteen runs since last win in 2022. Upped in trip, raced too freely when eleventh of 12 in handicap (50/1) at this C&D a week ago. Mark continues to fall but more needed to take advantage. 0-16 on the AW and she ran very freely before weakening here last week.
6
(6) (10/1 +17%) Caracristi
10
10/1(+17%)
(6) Caracristi 10/1, Dual C&D winner, with latest success at this venue in March. However, below form here on her last 3 starts, eighth of 12 in handicap (80/1) at this C&D 10 days ago. Others more persuasive. Following a four-month break, she doesn't look ready to win again judged on last two runs.
1
(1) (10/3 +5%) Opticality
3.333333
10/3(+5%)
(1) Opticality 10/3, Off the mark at this course (8.6f) in October. However, not seen to best effect when seventh of 12 in handicap (8/1) at this C&D 10 days ago, hampered under 1f out. Can make presence felt. Recent course winner who didn't get the breaks back here ten days ago.
4
(4) (11/8 +21%) Star Of St Louis
1.375
11/8(+21%)
(4) Star Of St Louis 11/8, Making only his second start for current yard, returned to winning ways in 10-runner handicap at this course (8.6f, 11/4) 6 days ago. Remains on a workable mark and he looks to hold leading claims. Had the run of things when a winner here last week; looks sure to go well again.
2
(2) (12/1 +0%) Well Prepared
12
12/1(+0%)
(2) Well Prepared 12/1, C&D winner in January. After 6 months off, possibly needed the run when eighth of 11 in handicap (33/1) at this course (8.6f) 12 days ago. Could fare better with his recent run behind him. Only 3-30 and needed to run better here 12 days ago after his break.
3
(3) (12/1 -200%) Virtual Hug
12
12/1(-200%)
(3) Virtual Hug 12/1, First run since leaving Conor O'Dwyer, matched pick of this season's form when fifth of 10 in handicap (28/1) at this course (12.2f) 12 days ago. Merits consideration back down in trip. 0-20 on the Flat but didn't run at all badly over 1m4f here on recent stable debut.
8
(8) (16/1 -14%) The Grey Bandit
16
16/1(-14%)
(8) The Grey Bandit 16/1, Free-going type who again looked a hard ride when eighth of 13 in handicap at Newcastle (1m, 22/1) 55 days ago, hanging left over 2f out. Cheekpieces back on. Well beaten the last twice and possible stamina doubts further reduce his appeal.
10
(10) (18/1 -13%) Headshot
18
18/1(-13%)
(10) Headshot 18/1, Course winner. Well below form when sixth of 9 in handicap (14/1) at Brighton (9.9f, good) 59 days ago. Application of blinkers needs to help spark a revival. Has a lot to prove but well handicapped and now goes in new blinkers.
12
(12) (40/1 -150%) Clandestinely
40
40/1(-150%)
(12) Clandestinely 40/1, Not in the same form as previous outing when ninth of 12 in handicap (22/1) at this C&D 38 days ago. It still remains early days, though, as she makes only her third start in a handicap. There has been the odd bit of promise but not over C&D last time when comfortably beaten.
11
(11) (66/1 -230%) Zalicia Fire
66
66/1(-230%)
(11) Zalicia Fire 66/1, First run since leaving Robyn Brisland when ninth of 14 in handicap (50/1) at Ayr (1m, heavy) 3 weeks ago, merely passing beaten rivals. Has work to do. Heavy ground perhaps not ideal three weeks ago but she went off 50-1 that day.
9
(9) (66/1 -100%) Naadyaa
66
66/1(-100%)
(9) Naadyaa 66/1, Remains a maiden after 25 Flat runs. First run since leaving Joseph Parr, always behind when tenth of 13 in handicap (80/1) at Chelmsford City (10f) 33 days ago. Looks to be up against it. Longstanding maiden who has been well beaten in last five runs, latterly on stable debut.
5
(5) (125/1 -150%) Cuttlestone Bridge
125
125/1(-150%)
(5) Cuttlestone Bridge 125/1, In first-time eyeshields, fared no better than previously when eighth of 11 on handicap debut (150/1) at this course (8.6f) 12 days ago. Best watched. Has no form claims having finished down the field in all his runs.
LTO Selection:
15:55 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 6) 10f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 6 race.
STAR OF ST LOUIS accounted for his nearest rival by just over a length in this grade last week and he is only asked to compete off 4lb higher. That keeps the six-year-old on a workable mark and he can record a double. Opticality was victorious over an extended mile here on her penultimate start and, if she can reproduce that sort of form, she could have a say. Of the remainder, Virtual Hug makes the most appeal.
STAR OF ST LOUIS took advantage of his reduced mark when scoring at this course 6 days ago and he can follow up as he makes only his third start for his current yard. He is taken to get the better of Opticality, who can bounce back having been hampered here on his latest outing, with Virtual Hug completing the shortlist.
(9) Rosa Applause 3/1, Foaled April 21. Blue Point filly. Dam, 2-y-o 7f winner who stayed 1¼m, half-sister to smart winner up to 21.7f Simenon. Makes appeal on paper and this debutante has to enter calculations. Dam a 7f winner; stable going well and she's another newcomer of some interest.
12
(12) (3/1 -33%) Staincliff
3
3/1(-33%)
(12) Staincliff 3/1, Shaped with plenty of encouragement when second of 7 in maiden at Sandown (5f, good to firm) on debut 48 days ago, clear of rest. Will stay 6f and well up to winning a similar event with improvement on the cards. Promising debut when 2nd at Sandown in September (5f, good); 6f should suit; respected.
2
(2) (9/2 +50%) Beauty Appeal
4.5
9/2(+50%)
(2) Beauty Appeal 9/2, Foaled March 1. €235,000 yearling, Invincible Spirit filly. Half-sister to 6f winner Stalingrad and 2-y-o 1m winner Modesty. Interesting newcomer for top 2-y-o yard. 235,000euros half-sister to two winners out of a Group 3 winner; yard rich in 2yo talent.
6
(6) (13/8 +35%) Lou Lou's Gift
1.625
13/8(+35%)
(6) Lou Lou's Gift 13/8, Lope De Vega half-sister to smart 1m winner Mighty Ulysses. 13/2, third of 12 in Yarmouth contest often targeted by the yard on debut 43 days ago, keeping on and not knocked about. Sure to progress. Strong at the finish when 3rd on Yarmouth debut 6 weeks ago; open to significant progress.
8
(8) (20/1 -264%) Mrs Morrell
20
20/1(-264%)
(8) Mrs Morrell 20/1, Foaled April 17. 77,000 gns yearling, €180,000 2-y-o, Zoustar filly. Half-sister to several winners, including useful 2-y-o 5f winner Lambeth Walk and 1m winner Pjanoo. Bred to be useful and must be taken seriously on debut for powerful yard. 180,000euros 2yo; half-sister to four winners out of a 6f-7f winner; top yard; respected.
1
(1) (25/1 -79%) Ayurveda
25
25/1(-79%)
(1) Ayurveda 25/1, Foaled March 5. 85,000 gns yearling, Zoustar filly. Half-sister to several winners, including useful 5f/6f winner Beyond Equal and US 1m winner Simmy's Temple. Dam 7f/1m winner. 85,000gns half-sister to six winners; dam an AW winner; needs a close market check.
4
(4) (40/1 -100%) Havana Ball
40
40/1(-100%)
(4) Havana Ball 40/1, Foaled January 3. 26,000 gns foal, £100,000 yearling, Havana Grey filly. Dam, 5f winner (including at 2 yrs), half-sister to smart winner up to 7f Morache Music. Noteworthy newcomer. £100,000 yearling; dam a well-related 5f winner; yard can ready one; check the betting.
5
(5) (150/1 -275%) Lady Phoebe
150
150/1(-275%)
(5) Lady Phoebe 150/1, Foaled March 17. 20,000 gns foal, 29,000 gns yearling, Phoenix of Spain filly. Half-sister to useful 1m-2¼m winner Wise Eagle. Dam 5f winner (including at 2 yrs). Half-sister to yard's smart stayer Wise Eagle (RPR 109); 6f likely to be inadequate test.
7
(7) (150/1 -88%) Love Me Do
150
150/1(-88%)
(7) Love Me Do 150/1, Foaled January 31. 42,000 gns yearling, Cable Bay filly. Half-sister to winner up to 7f Inhaler and 5f/6f winner Love Trophy Power. Dam, 7f winner, half-sister to smart 5f/6f winner Frederick Engels. 42,000gns half-sister to two winners out of a 7f winner; others have stronger paper claims.
3
(3) (200/1 -203%) Ey Up Its Annie
200
200/1(-203%)
(3) Ey Up Its Annie 200/1, 33/1, offered little when seventh of 8 in minor event at Beverley (5f, heavy) on debut 43 days ago. 33-1, slowly away and never in the hunt on September's debut (5f, heavy); lots more needed.
10
(10) (250/1 -279%) Sassy Soprano
250
250/1(-279%)
(10) Sassy Soprano 250/1, Showed nothing when last of 12 in minor event (18/1) at Thirsk (6f, soft) on debut, beaten long way out. Off 135 days. Offered little on her Thirsk debut in June (6f, good); hard to recommend.
LTO Selection:
16:00 Newcastle Maiden (Class 5) 6f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 5 race.
STAINCLIFF didn't do herself any favours on her debut at Sandown when slowly into stride, but the way she finished off her race was highly encouraging and the step up in trip here should bring about some improvement. The daughter of Advertise gets the vote ahead of Lou Lou's Gift, who arrives with similar claims after a promising racecourse bow at Yarmouth. Ayurveda and Mrs Morrell look to be the pick of the newcomers.
There are some interesting unraced ones, but STAINCLIFF shaped with bags of encouragement when runner-up on her Sandown debut and could take a bit of beating with improvement on the cards. Lou Lou's Gift seems sure to improve on her opening effort when looking notably green and rates a big threat, while Mrs Morrell and Havana Ball are pick of the newcomers before market clues.
(2) Dameofthecotswolds 3/1, Axxos filly. Half-sister to bumper winner Let Me Entertain U. Dam, French 17f-2¼m chase winner, half-sister to smart hurdler/chaser (stayed 3m) Le Rocher. Stable’s first-timers usually supported. Related to winner and represents in-form stable; she's one to be interested in.
4
(4) (5/1 +0%) La Marquise
5
5/1(+0%)
(4) La Marquise 5/1, Beaumec De Houelle filly. Half-sister to smart 2m/2¼m hurdle winner Mister Policeman and fair French 2¼m hurdle winner Manhattan Garden. Dam 10.5f winner on Flat in France. Interesting if the betting speaks in her favour ahead of debut. Half-sister to the smart Mister Policeman; trainer does well here and she's respected.
5
(5) (7/2 -17%) Love Tree
3.5
7/2(-17%)
(5) Love Tree 7/2, Camelot filly. Half-sister to 4 winners on Flat, including useful 8.3f winner Clemmie C. Dam 1m-9.5f winner in France. Lines up with yard amongst the winners and another who is worth monitoring for positive market vibes. Has a useful Flat pedigree and this Camelot filly is one to consider.
9
(9) (7/2 -17%) Rockola
3.5
7/2(-17%)
(9) Rockola 7/2, Jukebox Jury filly. Half-sister to 2¼m bumper winner/useful hurdler Au Fleuron and modest 23f hurdle winner Coachman. Yard no stranger to success in this sphere and she's well worth a second look on debut. Half-sister to bumper/hurdle winner Au Fleuron (RPR 133); in good hands; on the shortlist.
6
(6) (9/2 +68%) Miss Mink
4.5
9/2(+68%)
(6) Miss Mink 9/2, Passing Glance filly. Dam (h75), lightly raced in bumpers/over hurdles, half-sister to useful hurdler/chase winner (stayed 21f) Briery Queen. Dam half-sister to two useful winners and her trainer is among the winners.
3
(3) (20/1 +0%) Flighttothestars
20
20/1(+0%)
(3) Flighttothestars 20/1, Wings of Eagles filly. Dam (h87), maiden hurdler, sister to fair hurdle winner/smart chaser (stayed 2½m) Arthur's Oak. Rates a likely outsider on racecourse bow. Others make greater appeal on paper but yard's bumper runners can go well at decent odds.
8
(8) (25/1 +38%) Prairie Queen
25
25/1(+38%)
(8) Prairie Queen 25/1, Eastern Anthem filly. Half-sister to 2 winners, including bumper winner Pour Joie. Dam maiden on Flat (stayed 9f). £4,500 yearling; a watching brief may be the best option on debut.
10
(10) (33/1 -65%) Speckled Red
33
33/1(-65%)
(10) Speckled Red 33/1, Outstrip filly. Dam little show on Flat. Likely best watched. 1,500gns yearling; first foal; dam unplaced 6f-1m (RPR 51); she's probably best watched.
7
(7) (125/1 -279%) My Mate Polly
125
125/1(-279%)
(7) My Mate Polly 125/1, Forever Now filly. Dam unraced. Yard 0-25 with their runners in this sphere in last 5 seasons. Dam unraced half-sister to Greek 7f-1m winner; others make greater appeal.
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 5 race.
The market is likely to hold the key to this all-newcomer event and, providing the vibes aren't unduly negative about DAMEOFTHECOTSWOLDS - a half-sister to a bumper winner - she looks one to focus on with Nigel Twiston-Davies' string currently running well. Rockola and La Marquise also hail from yards which are capable of saddling bumper winners and have to be considered along with Love Tree, who sports an attractive Flat pedigree.
The betting will prove informative in a field confined to newcomers, but ROCKOLA is one who makes appeal on paper for a yard no stranger to success in this discipline and she could be the way to go without the benefit of market clues. Dameofthecotswolds, Love Tree and La Marquise are a trio of others worth a close look.
A field of newcomers and the market will provide clues, but LOVE TREE has a useful Flat pedigree and looks a likely type.
(3) Templier 4/1, In fine form over fences in the spring, winning twice at up to 17f before a busy spell possibly caught up with him at Market Rasen towards the end of March. Returns to action 5 lb above last winning mark and not discounted for all his last 4 victories have come on heavy ground. Two wins in March; well beaten on final start that month; first outing since.
1
(1) (5/2 -10%) Walk In The Wild
2.5
5/2(-10%)
(1) Walk In The Wild 5/2, Made the perfect start sent chasing last winter, landing back-to-back course handicaps (latterly over C&D). Indifferent efforts thereafter but not disgraced when fourth of 7 in handicap at Chepstow (19.5f) in April. Returns operating just 1 lb above last winning mark. Two course wins last November; could well add another off decent mark.
6
(6) (8/1 +0%) Millies Mite
8
8/1(+0%)
(6) Millies Mite 8/1, Long-standing maiden who wasn't disgraced when third in handicap at Uttoxeter (2m) back in July. Mark has eased a little more back from 4 months off but others appeal more for win purposes. Some reasonable runs in the summer but now 0-23 in her career.
5
(5) (9/1 +0%) Fromposttopillar
9
9/1(+0%)
(5) Fromposttopillar 9/1, 5-y-o who didn't offer a great deal in trio of maiden/novice hurdles at around 20f during second half of last season. Switch to chasing/handicaps needs to have positive effect on return with hood/tongue tie again fitted. Well beaten in three hurdles in the spring; chasing/handicap debut.
7
(7) (10/1 +0%) Yesnosorry
10
10/1(+0%)
(7) Yesnosorry 10/1, Some promise only start in bumpers and posted easily her best effort over hurdles when runner-up at Plumpton (15.9f) in March, noted rallying well from 2 out. Proved disappointing at Fontwell a month later but not one to write off now chasing on balance (dam was a dual winning pointer). Maiden; second over hurdles two starts ago; chasing debut after a break; not out of it.
2
(2) (13/2 -23%) Abingworth
6.5
13/2(-23%)
(2) Abingworth 13/2, Gained breakthrough success over hurdles at Plumpton (20.5f) back in the spring but jumping lacked any sort of conviction when well held fourth of 5 on return/chase debut at Fontwell (19.5f) 26 days ago. Needs to leave that well behind. Hurdle winner; tailed off on last month's chasing debut.
4
(4) (13/2 +0%) Wonderweasle
6.5
13/2(+0%)
(4) Wonderweasle 13/2, Clovis du Berlais mare who has displayed definite signs of ability in trio of starts spread over 9 months in maiden/novice hurdles, latterly when fourth of 11 at Newton Abbot (16.7f) 31 days ago. Interesting she makes a quick switch to handicaps for chase debut and one to note. Ability over hurdles; market check needed on chasing/handicap debut.
8
(8) (20/1 +0%) Solid Fuel
20
20/1(+0%)
(8) Solid Fuel 20/1, Long-standing maiden who again showed little on second chase start when seventh of 10 in novices' handicap at Exeter (17.5f) 9 days ago. Others preferred. Tailed off at Exeter last week and now 0-18 in career.
9
(9) (22/1 +0%) Getaway With You
22
22/1(+0%)
(9) Getaway With You 22/1, Little show in bumper/over hurdles and no easy task on now chasing back from 6 months off/operating from 9 lb out of the weights. No real form yet; chasing/handicap debut and 9lb out of the weights.
LTO Selection:
16:15 Lingfield Handicap Chase (Class 5) 16f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 5 race.
Testing conditions should aid the mud-loving WALK IN THE WILD who is unbeaten here in two starts. The seven-year-old proved he could be readied to win fresh when scoring on his reappearance here a year ago and he is rated just 1lb higher than when following up in comfortable fashion. Stablemate Abingworth is better than he showed on ground livelier than ideal at Fontwell on his reappearance but a bigger threat may emerge in the shape of handicap debutant Wonderweasle.
WALK IN THE WILD arrives operating just 1 lb above the mark he defied when scoring over C&D 12 months ago and, having proven his effectiveness when fresh previously, it would come as no surprise to see him make a bold bid here. Wonderweasle rates an interesting chase debutante and she's worth a look, with Templier another not out of things.
With two course wins last November, WALK IN THE WILD looks the likeliest answer to this.
(3) If You Let Me 7/2, Winning pointer who shaped with some encouragement when seventh of 14 in bumper at Galway (16.6f, soft) on NH debut 94 days ago. Entitled to be sharper now. Point winner was bit keen when disappointing on rules debut at Galway; capable of better.
2
(2) (8/11 +47%) Charlie Buckett
0.727273
8/11(+47%)
(2) Charlie Buckett 8/11, €25,000 3-y-o, Champs Elysees gelding. Dam (b88), bumper winner, half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/chaser (stayed 25f) Riviera Sun and fairly useful hurdler (stayed 3m) This Is It. Of obvious interest on debut. Cost E25,000 as 3yo; dam won bumper, half-sister to bumper/hurdle/chase winner Riviera Sun.
1
(1) (8/1 +6%) A Tipp For Gold
8
8/1(+6%)
(1) A Tipp For Gold 8/1, €25,000 3-y-o, Westerner gelding. Dam (h86), lightly raced over hurdles, half-sister to useful hurdler/smart chaser (stayed 3½m) Cannington Brook. Respected on debut. Cost E25,000 as 3yo; from family of Sir OJ and Last Suspect; yard always noted in bumpers.
4
(4) (12/1 +76%) Seatoit
12
12/1(+76%)
(4) Seatoit 12/1, €24,000 3-y-o: sixth foal: dam (h110), bumper/hurdle winner up to 2¾m, half-sister to high-class hurdler/useful chaser (stayed 25f) Lough Derg and fairly useful hurdler/chaser (stayed 2¾m) Asturienne. Dam bumper and 2m3f-2m5f hurdle winner, half-sister to high-class jumper Lough Derg.
9
(9) (16/1 +0%) Slieve Carran
16
16/1(+0%)
(9) Slieve Carran 16/1, Winning pointer who shaped with some encouragement when sixth of 14 in bumper at this course (15.9f, soft, 12/1) on NH debut 14 days ago. Hood on for 1st time. Point winner was beaten 18l over C&D on rules debut a fortnight ago; hood goes on.
7
(7) (20/1 -67%) Drumgill
20
20/1(-67%)
(7) Drumgill 20/1, €5,000 3-y-o, Elusive Pimpernel gelding. Dam (b75) made frame in bumpers. From the family of high-class jumper Menorah; scratched due to soft ground last week.
11
(11) (22/1 -120%) Tankardstown Diva
22
22/1(-120%)
(11) Tankardstown Diva 22/1, 22/1, offered something to work on when fourth of 8 in bumper at Fairyhouse (16f, soft) on NH debut 26 days ago. May do better. Travelled strongly before getting tired when fourth on rules debut in Fairyhouse bumper.
10
(10) (25/1 -56%) Cola Blaze
25
25/1(-56%)
(10) Cola Blaze 25/1, 80/1, shaped as if in need of the experience when twelfth of 18 in bumper at Fairyhouse (16f, good to soft) on NH debut. Off 6 months. Tongue strap on for 1st time. Cheaply bought filly not shamed when beaten 20l in valuable sales bumper; tongue-tie.
5
(5) (33/1 +0%) Stickman
33
33/1(+0%)
(5) Stickman 33/1, Maiden pointer who offered something to work on sent hurdling when fifth of 14 in maiden at Cork (20.4f, good to soft, 125/1) on NH debut 18 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Makes bumper debut down in trip. Blinkered for 1st time. Huge price when respectable fifth on rules debut in Cork maiden hurdle; blinkers.
6
(6) (40/1 -43%) Whataboutyapaddy
40
40/1(-43%)
(6) Whataboutyapaddy 40/1, €17,000 3-y-o, Vadamos gelding. Dam 2-y-o 1m winner. Fell sole start in points (Jan 15). Fell at the last in sole point in January and was backpedalling at the time; rules debut.
8
(8) (80/1 -142%) Fernhill Fling
80
80/1(-142%)
(8) Fernhill Fling 80/1, €10,000 3-y-o, Highland Reel gelding. Half-brother to 1m winner abroad Cape'cry. Dam placed once on Flat. Cost E10,000 as 3yo; half-brother to a winner abroad by Pride Of Dubai.
The chart reads from right to left to today's race.
A couple of these have shown a fair bit of ability but newcomer CHARLIE BUCKETT may have their measure under Patrick Mullins. The Champs Elysees gelding is out of a bumper winner who is a half-sister to useful jumper Riviera Sun. If You Let Me is a point-to-point winner and is related to bumper winners. He was too keen when sixth in a Galway festival bumper but that race has worked out well and Derek O'Connor is a significant booking. Tankardstown Lady ran well to be fourth on rules debut at Fairyhouse. She will be fitter for that outing and gets plenty of weight from the likely principals.
CHARLIE BUCKETT is bred to come into his own at further, but he's out of a bumper winner and in a yard that has an excellent record in this sphere, so makes plenty of appeal. Tankardstown Diva and If You Let Me can show the benefit of their initial outings and are feared most.
(3) Rainbow Rain 3/1, 3 wins from 9 runs this year. 11/2, career best when winning 12-runner handicap at this C&D 37 days ago. One to consider. Won three of his last five (2nd in the other two), including C&D; still feasibly weighted.
2
(2) (4/1 +33%) After John
4
4/1(+33%)
(2) After John 4/1, 3-time C&D winner. 9/2, creditable sixth of 12 in handicap at this C&D 27 days ago, left poorly placed. Has fallen to a workable mark and can make his presence felt if things drop right. Ended 2022 with a C&D hat-trick; down in weights; promise here last time; interesting.
6
(6) (5/1 -25%) Rory
5
5/1(-25%)
(6) Rory 5/1, Unreliable sort. Course winner. Twenty two runs since last win in 2022. Eighth of 11 in handicap (12/1) at this course (8f) 13 days ago. Back down in trip. Blinkers back on. All wins over 5f but stays further; dangerous mark if the return to sprinting suits.
4
(4) (6/1 +25%) Code Purple
6
6/1(+25%)
(4) Code Purple 6/1, Course winner. 6/1, bit below form fifth of 12 in handicap at this course (7.1f) 13 days ago, slowly away. Just going through the motions at present. All wins, and most of his races, over 7f; no better than midfield on last three; opposable.
8
(8) (7/2 +71%) Flash The Dash
3.5
7/2(+71%)
(8) Flash The Dash 7/2, Course winner. Fifteen runs since last win in 2021. Bit below form seventh of 12 in handicap at Carlisle (5.8f, good, 17/2) 62 days ago. Becoming well treated. Hopes pinned on a wind op/return to AW/drop in class sparking a revival.
10
(10) (15/2 -67%) Lezardrieux
7.5
15/2(-67%)
(10) Lezardrieux 15/2, Course winner. 7/2, fourth of 12 in handicap at this C&D 13 days ago. Sliding in the weights and latest run was more encouraging. Failed to land a gamble over C&D 13 days ago but ran better; lurks on a dangerous mark.
1
(1) (33/1 -136%) Spirit In My Soul
33
33/1(-136%)
(1) Spirit In My Soul 33/1, Latest win at Thirsk in August. 11/1, ninth of 12 in handicap at Carlisle (5.8f, good) 62 days ago, merely passing beaten rivals. May get back on the up. Won first two starts for this yard but flopped in hat-trick bid; back down in class now.
7
(7) (33/1 -106%) Snow Girl
33
33/1(-106%)
(7) Snow Girl 33/1, Eleventh of 13 in handicap (18/1) at Leicester (7f, good) 23 days ago. Not firing at present. Two quiet runs for current stable; drop to 6f/return to AW needs to reinvigorate her.
5
(5) (40/1 -264%) Protest Rally
40
40/1(-264%)
(5) Protest Rally 40/1, Winner at Southwell in May. 25/1, first run since leaving Ed Walker when fifth of 7 in handicap at Hamilton (6f, good to soft) 38 days ago. Likely to strip fitter for that and could feature. 6f handicap winner for Ed Walker in May; should step up on September's stable debut.
9
(9) (125/1 -346%) Written Broadcast
125
125/1(-346%)
(9) Written Broadcast 125/1, 3 wins from 18 runs this year. Latest win at Wolverhampton in May. 22/1, ninth of 12 in handicap at this C&D 13 days ago. Not easy to make a case for. Down the field over C&D twice last month; will be of more interest when back up in trip.
LTO Selection:
16:35 Newcastle Handicap (Class 6) 6f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 6 race.
RAINBOW RAIN is in the form of his life at present and a mere 3lb rise for his most recent success over C&D may not be enough to prevent him from landing the hat-trick. Not beaten far over C&D last time out and a former course winner, Lezardrieux looks to be a key player along with fellow C&D winner After John and Spirit In My Soul, who has won two of her last three starts.
AFTER JOHN is handicapped to win and shaped well in adverse circumstances over C&D last time, so he's worth taking a chance on. Last-time-out winner Rainbow Rain is an obvious player and Lezardrieux is another one who has slipped to an appealing mark.
Rainbow Rain is on the up but may have to give best to the well-handicapped AFTER JOHN, who looked on the way back here last time.
(2) Upper Hand 4/1, Improved on handicap bow when second of 8 in nursery (9/1) at Yarmouth (7f, soft) 17 days ago. Not taken lightly. More latest but it remains to be seen whether the drop to an easy 6f works his way.
3
(3) (6/5 +36%) Zachary
1.2
6/5(+36%)
(3) Zachary 6/5, Course winner. Winner here in October. 9/4, creditable fourth of 11 in nursery at Newcastle (5f) 13 days ago, faring best of those held up. Shortlist material. Leading claims but can pull hard and he didn't see it out in one try over this trip.
6
(6) (7/2 +36%) Alfanatical
3.5
7/2(+36%)
(6) Alfanatical 7/2, Thrice-raced maiden. 150/1, sixth of 15 in novice at York (6f, heavy) 20 days ago, not knocked about. Makes handicap debut. Should have more to offer. Trainer has been among the winners, including with a couple of 2yos; is one to consider.
1
(1) (8/1 -45%) Talking Rubbish
8
8/1(-45%)
(1) Talking Rubbish 8/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 22/1, sixth of 8 in novice at Bath (5f, heavy) 15 days ago. Makes handicap debut. Others more persuasive. Enough the past twice to suggest she's capable of figuring at this level now handicapping.
5
(5) (12/1 -50%) Ritzy
12
12/1(-50%)
(5) Ritzy 12/1, Creditable fifth of 11 in nursery at Kempton (6f, 12/1) 15 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Can give a good account. Exposed maiden who's still to finish placed for a yard enduring a quiet year; headgear on.
8
(8) (18/1 +10%) Lyndsanda
18
18/1(+10%)
(8) Lyndsanda 18/1, Seventh of 12 in nursery (25/1) at Newcastle (6f) 52 days ago. Makes polytrack debut. Visored for 1st time. Below expectations in the spring and hasn't gone on at all; a first-time visor goes on.
4
(4) (40/1 -150%) Ludberg
40
40/1(-150%)
(4) Ludberg 40/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Bit below form sixth of 10 in nursery at Wolverhampton (5.1f, 33/1) 30 days ago, not clear run. Trainer had none placed from 37 2yo runners over the past five seasons; hard to back.
7
(7) (125/1 -594%) Someone Like You
125
125/1(-594%)
(7) Someone Like You 125/1, Ninth of 11 in nursery (66/1) at Kempton (6f) 15 days ago. Big prices/well beaten all starts to date, latterly behind Ritzy; little to recommend her.
LTO Selection:
17:00 Chelmsford Handicap (Class 6) 6f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 6 race.
A winner over 5f here on his penultimate outing, ZACHARY wasn't quite able to pick up the leaders when turned out under a penalty at Newcastle six days later. Charlie Johnston's charge ought to relish a step up in trip on that evidence, though, and he gets the nod. The booking of Billy Loughnane aboard handicap debutant Alfanatical catches the eye and she is worth a market check, while Upper Hand is most appealing of the remainder.
ZACHARY fared best of those held up under a penalty at Newcastle 2 weeks ago so remains of interest. Upper Hand left previous efforts behind when runner-up on his nursery debut at Wolverhampton and is feared most ahead of Ritzy.
Zachary needs to settle up from 5f and the vote goes to TALKING RUBBISH, who's run fairly in a maiden and a novice on turf lately.
(4) Alfa Moonstone 3/1, Bit below form seventh of 22 in a valuable minor event at Newmarket (6f, good to firm, 100/1) 26 days ago, helped by being held up in strongly-run race. Sights lowered here and will be a threat if taking to this surface (AW debut). Yard also saddles Vitarli. Ran with credit in Newmarket sales race last time and is worth a second look.
1
(1) (4/1 +11%) Lady Nunthorpe
4
4/1(+11%)
(1) Lady Nunthorpe 4/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 5/1, fifth of 8 in minor event at Beverley (5f, heavy) 43 days ago. Makes tapeta debut and needs to raise her game. Third on nursery debut at Beverley and heavy ground may not have suited there next time.
7
(7) (5/1 +85%) Gogo Yubari
5
5/1(+85%)
(7) Gogo Yubari 5/1, Tongue strap on for 1st time, seventh of 10 in minor event at Kempton (6f, 33/1) 36 days ago, left poorly placed. Opposable on this handicap debut. Yet to threaten but there's potential in her pedigree and she makes her nursery debut.
2
(2) (9/4 -38%) Cool Run
2.25
9/4(-38%)
(2) Cool Run 9/4, Lightly-raced maiden. Cheekpieces on for 1st time, very good second of 12 in nursery at this course (6f, 11/1) 20 days ago, faring best of those ridden prominently. Shortlist material. Runner-up over 6f here three weeks ago and could benefit from this drop back to 5f.
6
(6) (13/2 -8%) Vitarli
6.5
13/2(-8%)
(6) Vitarli 13/2, 25/1, very good second of 11 in nursery at this C&D 13 days ago. Has to enter calculations on the back of that improved effort. Second at 25-1 over C&D recently and in the mix if backing up that latest performance.
5
(5) (16/1 -33%) Nasneen
16
16/1(-33%)
(5) Nasneen 16/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Sixth of 11 in maiden (20/1) at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 24 days ago. Worth a second look now pitched into a handicap in view of the promise she showed on debut at Catterick in August. Could be on a good mark if tapping back into her debut promise now tackling a nursery.
3
(3) (20/1 -82%) Chumbaa
20
20/1(-82%)
(3) Chumbaa 20/1, Latest win at Ripon in August. Bit below form fifth of 11 in nursery at Pontefract (6f, good to soft, 22/1) 24 days ago. Each-way chance eased slightly in class here. Won two in a row in August but subsequent efforts haven't come up to scratch.
LTO Selection:
17:10 Newcastle Handicap (Class 5) 5f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 5 race.
Lady Nunthorpe failed to give her best when fifth at Beverley last time out, but that was on heavy ground and she may do a lot better on her first start on all-weather. COOL RUN was only beaten a length here over a furlong further last month and, although upped 2lb for that, she may have the edge here dropping back in trip, while Nasneen is an interesting alternative if she can get back to the level of her promising debut second.
The most appealing of these is COOL RUN, who found just one too good on her all-weather debut over 6f here in first-time cheekpieces (retained) last month and dropping back to the minimum trip shouldn't be an issue. The Craig Lidster-trained duo, Alfa Moonstone and Vitarli, are feared most in that order of preference, while Chumbaa could also have a part to play if she puts her best foot forward.
This can go to COOL RUN, who showed good pace when runner-up in first-time cheekpieces over 6f here three weeks ago on her AW debut.
(8) Quercine 3/1, Foaled February 13. Sogann filly. Half-sister to 6f winner Holy Fire. Dam, runner-up at 5f, half-sister to smart winner up to 7f Gramercy. Considered debutante. Half-sister to a fair 6f AW winner but yard has modest strike-rate with 2yos this year.
1
(1) (5/2 +9%) Bulldog Drummond
2.5
5/2(+9%)
(1) Bulldog Drummond 5/2, Fair gelding. 4/1, eighth of 12 in nursery at Lingfield (7f, AW) 28 days ago. Blinkers/tongue strap on 1st time. The form pick if back at his best. Best run came over 7f but he sets the standard & new accessories could help; key player.
2
(2) (6/1 +50%) Gamblers Kitty
6
6/1(+50%)
(2) Gamblers Kitty 6/1, Fifth of 8 in minor event (66/1) at Yarmouth (6f, good to soft) on debut 44 days ago. More is needed. Form of his debut fifth hasn't worked out; likely a longer-term prospect.
3
(3) (9/2 +36%) Sommelier
4.5
9/2(+36%)
(3) Sommelier 9/2, 6/1, fourth of 9 in minor event at Southwell (5f) on debut. Off 6 months and needs to hit the ground running up in trip. Finished lame when 4th of 9 on his debut in April (5f, AW); gelded since; should do better.
9
(9) (9/1 -29%) Shop Local
9
9/1(-29%)
(9) Shop Local 9/1, Foaled April 11. €8,000 yearling, Profitable filly. Half-sister to several winners, including useful winner up to 7f Jilly Cooper and 7.4f/1m winner Bardo Contiguo. Market can prove a good guide. Half-sister to four winners out of a useful 2yo winner; needs a market check in this field.
5
(5) (9/1 -157%) Graceful Mary
9
9/1(-157%)
(5) Graceful Mary 9/1, Foaled May 4. €18,000 yearling, 45,000 gns 2-y-o, Blue Point filly. Closely related to fair 5f winner Bilhayl and half-sister to useful winner up to 11.4f Mannaal. Interesting newcomer. 45,000gns 2yo; related to winners out of a Group 3 winner; powerful 2yo yard; interesting.
4
(4) (18/1 -227%) Edergole's Gift
18
18/1(-227%)
(4) Edergole's Gift 18/1, Lightly-raced filly. 6/1, good second of 5 in maiden at Brighton (6f, good) 59 days ago. Well in the mix. Improving with experience & well drawn to attack; needs more but still likely to go well.
10
(10) (22/1 -120%) Sky Blue Dreams
22
22/1(-120%)
(10) Sky Blue Dreams 22/1, Foaled April 25. 25,000 gns yearling, Zoustar filly. Half-sister to 2-y-o 1m winner Sayed and 11f winner Salyazi, both in France dam, French 1m winner, sister to high-class winner up to 11f Slickly. Not discounted on her first run. 25,000gns yearling; half-sister to two winners over further; 6f perhaps an inadequate test.
7
(7) (40/1 +20%) Katie G
40
40/1(+20%)
(7) Katie G 40/1, 22/1, eleventh of 12 in maiden at Windsor (6f, good to firm) on debut 59 days ago. Didn't achieve a great deal when down the field at Windsor in September; should do better.
6
(6) (300/1 -100%) Hagaawy
300
300/1(-100%)
(6) Hagaawy 300/1, 80/1, last of 11 in maiden at Wolverhampton (6.1f) on debut 24 days ago. 80-1, green and finished a remote last of 11 on last month's Wolverhampton debut (6f).
LTO Selection:
17:30 Chelmsford Maiden (Class 5) 6f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 5 race.
Bulldog Drummond sets the standard with an official rating of 70 and must be respected back in a maiden, but preference is for EDERGOLE'S GIFT. Conrad Allen's filly finished a creditable second at Brighton in September and any further improvement can see her shed the maiden tag. Karl Burke often excels in these types of contests, so Graceful Mary warrants a market check ahead of her racecourse debut.
GRACEFUL MARY appeals on paper and hails from a yard that can ready its newcomers so this Blue Point filly is taken to go in at the first time of asking from Bulldog Drummond, who holds the clear edge on form but has to shrug off a below-par showing at Lingfield. Edergole's Gift also enters calculations on the back of her good Brighton second along with debutantes Quercine and Sky Blue Dreams.
The standard set by Bulldog Drummond is not daunting and GRACEFUL MARY, a well-bred newcomer, is taken to make a winning debut.
(1) Crypto Quest 3/1, Ran below form when fourth of 8 in handicap at Redcar (6f, heavy, 11/1) 13 days ago, possibly unsuited by conditions. Much lower in the weights on all-weather and no surprise if he features. Placed over C&D off 2lb higher last month; capable of a big run at this level.
3
(3) (6/1 +0%) Urban Dandy
6
6/1(+0%)
(3) Urban Dandy 6/1, C&D winner. 9/2, respectable fourth of 8 in handicap at Wolverhampton (5.1f) 9 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. Merits consideration. C&D winner off this mark in March; promising run at Wolverhampton last week; contender.
10
(10) (9/1 +44%) Hard Nut
9
9/1(+44%)
(10) Hard Nut 9/1, Thirteen runs since last win in 2019 and came home only ninth of 10 in handicap at Ayr (5f, good) 82 days ago, doing too much too soon. Makes tapeta debut. Eyeshields on for 1st time. Generally struggling this year but down in weights & promise on AW for former yard.
6
(6) (11/2 +45%) Street Life
5.5
11/2(+45%)
(6) Street Life 11/2, C&D winner who wasn't disgraced in another change of headgear when fifth of 10 in handicap at Wolverhampton (5.1f, 9/1) 12 days ago. On a dangerous mark and conditions to suit but others have more to recommend them.
5
(5) (11/1 -47%) Stallone
11
11/1(-47%)
(5) Stallone 11/1, C&D winner who bounced back to form when 1¼ lengths fourth of 11 to Canaria Prince in handicap (7/1) at Southwell (5f) 23 days ago. Should remain competitive. Two AW wins this year and ran creditably at Southwell latest; in the mix once more.
2
(2) (11/2 -10%) Hurstwood
5.5
11/2(-10%)
(2) Hurstwood 11/2, Course winner who underperformed when fifth of 10 in 6f handicap at Ripon (good) 33 days ago. Drops further in grade and good chance if bouncing back. Handy mark on this year's turf best but it's over 3 years since his last 5f start.
4
(4) (12/1 +40%) Global Humor
12
12/1(+40%)
(4) Global Humor 12/1, Unreliable type. Course winner. 17/2, possibly unsuited by conditions when seventh of 10 in handicap at Ayr (7.2f, heavy) 21 days ago. Significantly back down in trip. On a good mark but not sure to benefit from today's drop back to 5f.
11
(11) (13/2 -44%) Canaria Prince
6.5
13/2(-44%)
(11) Canaria Prince 13/2, Latest win at Southwell in October and then wasn't seen to best effect when sixth of 11 in handicap (5/2) at Wolverhampton (5.1f) 10 days ago, racing wide. Better judged on previous form. 5f Southwell win last month but less good when favourite at Wolverhampton latest.
9
(9) (16/1 -78%) Nellie French
16
16/1(-78%)
(9) Nellie French 16/1, C&D winner who failed to come on for recent run when seventh of 11 in handicap (16/1) at Wolverhampton (5.1f) 10 days ago. Should be at concert pitch after 2 runs this autumn; conditions to suit & on winning mark.
8
(8) (22/1 -38%) Candy Eye
22
22/1(-38%)
(8) Candy Eye 22/1, Lightly-raced maiden who failed to build on the promise of her qualifying run when tenth of 11 in handicap at Redcar (5f, heavy) 13 days ago. Clear promise in her first 3 runs; heavy ground excuses low-key h'cap debut; more to come.
7
(7) (25/1 -150%) Sherdil
25
25/1(-150%)
(7) Sherdil 25/1, Thirteen runs since last win in 2022 and ran one of his lesser races when eighth of 14 in handicap at Musselburgh (5f, good to soft) 17 days ago. Two Beverley wins last summer came off 11lb higher; not really got going in 2023.
LTO Selection:
17:45 Newcastle Handicap (Class 6) 5f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 6 race.
With a lack of recent winning form to rely on, it may be sensible to side with NELLIE FRENCH, a two-time C&D winner with the latest coming off 2lb higher. She hasn't been at her best recently with a seventh at Wolverhampton last month, but is coming down the handicap and is attractively weighted now. Linda Perratt has her horses in great form, suggesting Hard Nut could also go well, while Crypto Quest drops in class and may also get involved.
HURSTWOOD underperformed at Ripon last time, but he shaped well in a much stronger race on his penultimate start and can be given another chance dropped further in grade. Canaria Prince is better judged on his Southwell win having had a less-than-ideal trip at Wolverhampton 10 days ago, while Crypto Quest is much lower in the weights on all-weather and can also feature.
Urban Dandy is respected after a promising run last week but CANDY EYE has the potential to be a bit better than this level.
(4) Louis Quatorze 3/1, Fair colt. Tenth of 13 in sales event at Longchamp (8f, good to firm, 25/1) 33 days ago. Hood on 1st time. Expected to be bang there. Has shown promise at 7f and 1m; return to 7f with hood added could help; can play big part.
7
(7) (5/1 +29%) Wonder Smile
5
5/1(+29%)
(7) Wonder Smile 5/1, Twice-raced maiden. Second of 7 in novice event (25/1) at this C&D 14 days ago, no match for winner. Looked promising when runner-up over C&D on second start; ripe for further improvement.
1
(1) (8/15 +65%) Neapolitan
0.533333
8/15(+65%)
(1) Neapolitan 8/15, Promising type. 1 win from 2 runs this year. Won 12-runner novice (10/3) at Kempton (6f) 29 days ago. Enters calculations. Found a bright spurt to win going away over 6f at Kempton; bred to stay 7f.
5
(5) (18/1 -80%) Show Me A Hero
18
18/1(-80%)
(5) Show Me A Hero 18/1, Once-raced maiden. 50/1, tenth of 12 in novice event at Yarmouth (7f, soft) on debut 17 days ago, missing break. 50-1 for 7f debut at Yarmouth recently when slowly away and never involved; one to watch.
6
(6) (18/1 -64%) Wide Margin
18
18/1(-64%)
(6) Wide Margin 18/1, Once-raced maiden. Fifth of 7 in novice event at this C&D (15/2) on debut 14 days ago. 15-2 for C&D debut but found little in the straight; others much more likely.
8
(8) (50/1 -257%) Rose Branch
50
50/1(-257%)
(8) Rose Branch 50/1, Twice-raced maiden. Fifth of 7 in novice event at Beverley (7.4f, good to firm, 25/1) 61 days ago. Signs of some ability at 6f and about 7f but looks to be making her way towards handicaps.
3
(3) (50/1 -25%) Honrado
50
50/1(-25%)
(3) Honrado 50/1, Twice-raced maiden. 33/1, eleventh of 12 in novice event at Yarmouth (7f, soft) 17 days ago. Minor promise on 7f debut; soft ground perhaps unsuitable since; handicaps next.
2
(2) (150/1 -200%) Away Day
150
150/1(-200%)
(2) Away Day 150/1, Once-raced maiden. Seventh of 8 in maiden (50/1) at Leicester (7f, good) on debut 38 days ago. 50-1, soundly beaten over 7f on debut; should come into his own in handicaps over further.
LTO Selection:
18:00 Chelmsford Stakes (Class 5) 7f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 5 race.
NEAPOLITAN was on target in a warm Kempton novice last time with a performance that suggested he ought to more than capable of saddling a penalty today. Wonder Smile was no match for a ready winner over C&D a fortnight ago, but Hugo Palmer's charge won't go down without a fight here. Wide Margin finished fifth in that same contest and might be able to close the gap with improvement on the cards.
LOUIS QUATORZE found a valuable sales race in France too competitive last time but can get back on track in this company. Kempton winner Neapolitan is the obvious threat under a 7 lb penalty.
Louis Quatorze can be dangerous back at 7f but there was a lot to like about NEAPOLITAN's win at Kempton and he is preferred.
(4) Soames Forsyte 4/1, Cheekpieces on for 1st time, seventh of 13 in handicap (11/1) at Ayr (8f, good to soft) 41 days ago. Headgear swiftly discarded and, though 0-15, he is entitled to respect. Not had much luck with the draw lately and is on an attractive mark back on Tapeta; chance.
6
(6) (4/1 -20%) Kelpie Grey
4
4/1(-20%)
(6) Kelpie Grey 4/1, Career best when winning 13-runner handicap at Ayr (7.2f, heavy, 28/1) 21 days ago, finding extra. 2 lb rise manageable and he's high on the shortlist. Half-brother to three Tapeta winners; there can't be any complaints about a 2lb rise.
7
(7) (7/1 -40%) Vince Le Prince
7
7/1(-40%)
(7) Vince Le Prince 7/1, 9/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, career best when winning 6-runner handicap at Catterick (7f, soft) 51 days ago, just holding on. Will be a threat if he proved equally effective on this surface (AW debut). Only been nudged up 1lb ahead of this AW debut (half-brother to a dual Polytrack winner).
2
(2) (11/8 +66%) Star Zinc
1.375
11/8(+66%)
(2) Star Zinc 11/8, 12/1, tenth of 12 in handicap at this course (8f) 16 days ago, finishing with running left. Eased 1 lb since and may well have a say in the finish, granted better luck-in-running this time. Back on his last winning mark after a luckless effort here last time; interesting.
10
(10) (14/1 -367%) Explorers Way
14
14/1(-367%)
(10) Explorers Way 14/1, Improved on recent efforts to win 12-runner handicap at this C&D (9/2) 27 days ago. Did the job well on that occasion, but he's not the most reliable and this 10 lb higher mark demands more of him. Easily won a 0-52 over C&D a month ago; this is tougher upped a hefty 10lb.
1
(1) (17/2 +39%) Mark's Choice
8.5
17/2(+39%)
(1) Mark's Choice 17/2, Eleven runs since last win in 2022. Good fourth of 8 in handicap at Hamilton (6f, soft, 12/1) 31 days ago, nearest finish. Continues to edge down the weights and he's not discounted. Regressive; long time since he ran at beyond 6f and this is just his second run on the AW.
8
(8) (40/1 -186%) Lady Manyara
40
40/1(-186%)
(8) Lady Manyara 40/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Seventh of 8 in nursery at this C&D (12/1), finding little. Off 12 months and she's probably best watched this time. Didn't go on last season; returns from a year off and the market will help.
3
(3) (40/1 +0%) Miss Britain
40
40/1(+0%)
(3) Miss Britain 40/1, 18/1, last of 12 in handicap at Leicester (7f, good) 23 days ago. Now tried in blinkers/eyeshields and she needs to bounce back in a major way. Lost her way for this yard but worth a market check back on Tapeta in first-time headgear.
LTO Selection:
18:15 Newcastle Handicap (Class 5) 7f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 5 race.
KELPIE GREY only won by a neck at Ayr, but he pulled hard early on and may be an even better horse when he learns to settle. Paul Mulrennan retains the ride and his supporters must see that as a positive. Explorers Way likes it here but an added 10lb seems harsh for his success last month, while Lady Manyara is noted for her in-form stable.
The vote goes to KELPIE GREY, who showed improved form to get off the mark on his second start back from a mid-season break at Ayr three weeks ago. He displayed plenty of resolution that day and a 2 lb rise doesn't look at all harsh. Mark's Choice shaped pretty well at Hamilton and is next on the list ahead of Soames Forsyte and Unsung Hero. Vince Le Prince also needs a second look, but Explorers Way is opposable up 10 lb for last month's C&D success given his patchy profile.
A tricky puzzle and preference for STAR ZINC, who had no luck here last time, is only marginal. Soames Forsyte can also go well.
(8) The Spotlight Kid 3/1, Blinkered for 1st time, again ran respectably when third of 10 in handicap (4/1) at Yarmouth (7f, soft) 17 days ago. Could be thereabouts once more. Running well over 7f since late July but has share of weight and 0-10 on AW.
5
(5) (5/1 -43%) King Of Ithaca
5
5/1(-43%)
(5) King Of Ithaca 5/1, Successful at this C&D last year and returned to winning ways at Kempton (7f) in September. Run best excused when seventh of 10 in handicap (4/1) back at Kempton 22 days ago, left poorly placed, so he enters calculations. C&D win as 2yo; running well for new yard, solid 7f win then race didn't go to plan latest.
4
(4) (8/1 +43%) Mohareb
8
8/1(+43%)
(4) Mohareb 8/1, Course winner but seventeen runs since last win in 2022. Below form when sixth of 7 in claimer (8/1) at Kempton (6f) 8 days ago. However, he lurks on a dangerous mark back in handicap company. Below best on last 2 starts but usually runs well on this track; potential reviver.
7
(7) (8/1 -14%) Dagmar Run
8
8/1(-14%)
(7) Dagmar Run 8/1, Ran no sort of race when last of 11 in handicap at Yarmouth (1m, good, 9/1) 67 days ago. Mark continues to fall but more needed to take advantage as he drops back down in trip. Won 7f maiden on Polytrack last November; not gone on in AW and turf handicaps since.
2
(2) (9/1 +25%) Elusive Angel
9
9/1(+25%)
(2) Elusive Angel 9/1, Placed on first 4 starts but well below form when last of 7 in handicap at Yarmouth (6f, good to soft, 5/2) 43 days ago. Had been consistent beforehand so no surprise to see her bounce back. Consistent at 6f in early starts but wasn't herself latest; new trip and surface today.
1
(1) (11/4 -38%) Touchwood
2.75
11/4(-38%)
(1) Touchwood 11/4, Back to best when winning 8-runner handicap at Lingfield (7f, AW, 13/2) 7 days ago, just kept up to work. Carries penalty but he still remains on a workable mark on old form. Leading contender. Won in some style over 7f at Lingfield last week; still well treated despite penalty.
9
(9) (11/1 -38%) Wilde And Dandy
11
11/1(-38%)
(9) Wilde And Dandy 11/1, Making his first start since leaving Michael Bell (tongue strap applied), unsuited by drop in trip when seventh of 12 in handicap (18/1) at Newcastle (6f) 37 days ago, Improvement required. Has C&D form; steep weights rise for wide-margin 7f turf win; looks weighted to best.
10
(10) (20/1 +29%) Maid For Harry
20
20/1(+29%)
(10) Maid For Harry 20/1, Showed more than previously when second of 5 in maiden (50/1) at this C&D 28 days ago, albeit no match for winner. Further progress needed as she makes her handicap debut. Signs of life over C&D on latest outing; can improve further on handicap debut.
6
(6) (50/1 -213%) Afterlife
50
50/1(-213%)
(6) Afterlife 50/1, Well held when last of 10 in handicap at Goodwood (6f, good to soft, 50/1) 36 days ago. Had shaped well on stable debut on his previous start, though, and the return to 7f should suit with hood now applied. Won over 7f as 2yo; retains ability for this yard; excuses latest; now hooded.
LTO Selection:
18:30 Chelmsford Handicap (Class 5) 7f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 5 race.
Turned out again quickly after a comfortable success at Lingfield last week, TOUCHWOOD is taken to follow up under a 5lb penalty. That may be at the main expense of The Spotlight Kid, who has been knocking on the door of late, and the unexposed Elusive Angel, who is expected to bounce back from an underwhelming effort at Yarmouth. King Of Ithaca has strong claims if bouncing back to the form of his penultimate victory at Kempton.
TOUCHWOOD bounced back to his best when scoring comfortably at Lingfield a week ago and a penalty might not be enough to prevent him from following up. King of Ithaca was left poorly placed at Kempton so could bounce back to pose the biggest threat to the selection, with The Spotlight Kid completing the shortlist.
These conditions were ideal for TOUCHWOOD at Lingfield last week and he looks the one to beat under a penalty.
(3) Bletchley Storm 3/1, 5/1, ninth of 12 in handicap at Kempton (12f) 15 days ago. Significantly back down in trip. Non-stayer over further of late but had 1m form earlier; return to this trip can suit.
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(7) (5/1 +17%) Adace
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5/1(+17%)
(7) Adace 5/1, Course winner. Latest win at Windsor in August. 12/1, creditable sixth of 12 in handicap at this C&D 14 days ago, never nearer. Not taken lightly. Course winner; just lost out over C&D in August; staying-on 6th back from break latest.
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(6) (6/1 -33%) Someone's Wish
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6/1(-33%)
(6) Someone's Wish 6/1, 2 wins from 6 runs this year. Latest win at Lingfield in October. Seemed unsuited by conditions when seventh of 13 in handicap at Yarmouth (10.1f, soft, 6/1) 17 days ago. Down in trip. Can bounce back. 2-2 in AW handicaps at about 1m2f; floundered in the mud since; should cope with 1m trip.
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(1) (9/4 -13%) Got No Dollars
2.25
9/4(-13%)
(1) Got No Dollars 9/4, Course winner. Eighteen runs since last win in 2022. Good third of 12 in handicap at this C&D (11/8) 14 days ago, nearest finish. Expected to be bang there. All wins at 6f and 7f; stays 1m and creditable 3rd over C&D last time; involved again.
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(2) (10/3 +39%) Villalobos
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10/3(+39%)
(2) Villalobos 10/3, Course winner. 9/1 and visored for 1st time, ninth of 14 in handicap at Bath (8f, soft) 31 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. Three AW wins at 1m/1m2f, including here; soft ground excuse latest; solid back on AW.
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(5) (20/1 +0%) Medina Gold
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20/1(+0%)
(5) Medina Gold 20/1, 13/2 and tongue strap on for 1st time, fourth of 6 in handicap at Bath (8f, heavy) 15 days ago. Makes polytrack debut. Blinkers on 1st time. Had excuses for both handicap defeats; may yet do better now switched to AW.
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(4) (40/1 +50%) For Real
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40/1(+50%)
(4) For Real 40/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Ninth of 10 in handicap at Windsor (11.4f, good to firm, 100/1) 24 days ago. Significantly back down in trip. Minor form at 7f-1m3f and tailed off over the latter trip on handicap debut on turf.
LTO Selection:
19:00 Chelmsford Handicap (Class 6) 8f Race Class Flow
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It may be a long time between drinks for GOT NO DOLLARS, but he has been knocking on the door of late and this looks like as good an opportunity as any to regain the winning thread. Stuart Williams' charge is narrowly preferred to Villalobos, who is winless since March but has been runner-up on two of his last three outings, and the capable Bletchley Storm. A return to the all-weather might aid the cause of Someone's Wish with soft ground proving to be a barrier at Yarmouth last time.
GOT NO DOLLARS has hit some form now and looks ready to end his losing run. Someone's Wish rates the main threat back on AW ahead of the in-form Adace.
Villalobos and Got No Dollars should be involved but SOMEONE'S WISH looks a good candidate for this new trip and is preferred.
(6) Masterclass 3/1, Latest win at Yarmouth in August. 9/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, back to form when second of 7 in claimer at Kempton (6f) 8 days ago. Enters calculations. 2nd on tricky terms at Kempton last week; style of racing not ideally suited to this track.
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(7) (5/1 +38%) Starsong
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5/1(+38%)
(7) Starsong 5/1, C&D winner in February. Found run brief run of good form coming to halt when last of 7 in handicap at Catterick (6f, good to firm, 7/1). Off 153 days. Needs a couple of these to falter. C&D winner off this mark in February; absent since low-key effort in June; not ruled out.
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(9) (5/1 +38%) Confederation
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5/1(+38%)
(9) Confederation 5/1, Eleven runs since last win in 2022. Fifth of 8 in handicap at Bath (5f, firm, 10/3) 57 days ago. Went close off higher mark there in August and would hold frame claims if in same form. 0-11 for this yard but he's often run well; good draw for a prominent racer; considered.
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(4) (7/1 +13%) Crown Dreams
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7/1(+13%)
(4) Crown Dreams 7/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Fifth of 8 in minor event at Newcastle (6f, 10/3) 34 days ago. Makes polytrack/handicap debut. Arrives after a couple of backwards steps, so has bit to prove at present. Runner-up over 7f on first two starts; backward steps since; realistic task on h'cap debut.
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(3) (14/1 -27%) Alafdhal
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14/1(-27%)
(3) Alafdhal 14/1, Four-time C&D winner. 6/1, seventh of 8 in handicap at Les Landes (7f, firm) 81 days ago. Rejoined yard after leaving Mrs A. Malzard. Has slipped back down the weights but recent efforts have left plenty to be desired. In fine form over C&D last winter; back from an unsuccessful stint in Jersey; check market.
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(1) (16/5 -28%) Lilkian
3.2
16/5(-28%)
(1) Lilkian 16/5, C&D winner. 3 wins from 21 runs this year. 11/2, much improved when winning 7-runner handicap at Lingfield (6f, AW) 7 days ago. Carries penalty. Shortlist material. Scampered clear late on at Lingfield last week; well in under a penalty; solid chance.
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(8) (16/1 -100%) Lynns Boy
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16/1(-100%)
(8) Lynns Boy 16/1, Capitalised on falling mark to win at Wolverhampton in March. Looked unsuited by drop in trip when eighth of 10 in handicap at Southwell (5f). Possible he may need this after 7 months off. 5f winner in March off 1lb lower; betting to guide back from seven months off.
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(2) (18/1 -125%) Em Jay Kay
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18/1(-125%)
(2) Em Jay Kay 18/1, Generally in good form last winter, winning twice, but others are more immediately persuasive on his return from a 6-month break/wind op. Two AW wins last winter; wind op during his summer break; wide draw; yard runs two.
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(5) (22/1 +27%) Mellys Flyer
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22/1(+27%)
(5) Mellys Flyer 22/1, Won at Wolverhampton in April but has finished down the field both starts for current yard, latterly over C&D a fortnight ago. Tricky to fancy. Yet to shine in two runs for new yard; down in grade but may need more weight off his back.
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(10) (80/1 -60%) Chico Dulce
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80/1(-60%)
(10) Chico Dulce 80/1, Thrice-raced maiden. First run since leaving Phillip Makin when ninth of 12 in maiden (150/1) at Windsor (6f, good to firm) 24 days ago. Makes handicap debut. Plenty to find on form. More realistic opportunity now handicapping but still not easily recommended.
LTO Selection:
19:30 Chelmsford Handicap (Class 5) 6f Race Class Flow
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LILKIAN bounced back to winning ways with a commanding performance at Lingfield last week and a 5lb penalty for that success may not be enough to prevent the six-year-old from going in again. A highly encouraging second in a claimer at Kempton last time out, Masterclass can give the selection the most to think about, along with Crown Dreams, who could be off a nice mark on his handicap debut.
LILKIAN is drawn better than on his last visit to this track and makes plenty of appeal under a 5 lb penalty in a contest where few arrive at the peak of their powers. Masterclass bounced back to form in a Kempton claimer last time and would rate as the biggest threat if able to back that up, with Confederation narrowly preferred to complete the placings.
Solid recent form is thin on the ground and LILKIAN is taken to follow up last week's cosy Lingfield success.
(8) Suanni 4/1, Fifteen runs since last win in 2022. 16/1, creditable third of 11 in handicap at this C&D 14 days ago. Can give a good account. Prominent racer who's run well in 3 of his last 4 starts; good draw but other pace on show.
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(5) (4/1 +29%) Street Parade
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4/1(+29%)
(5) Street Parade 4/1, C&D winner. 8/1, good third of 7 in handicap at Brighton (5.3f, good) 23 days ago. Ought to be in the shake-up again. C&D winner off 9lb higher last November; placed on turf the last twice; each-way claims.
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(7) (5/1 +50%) Mehmo
5
5/1(+50%)
(7) Mehmo 5/1, 3 wins from 14 runs this year. Latest win at Beverley in July. 11/4, last of 11 in handicap at Southwell (5f) 23 days ago so needs to get back on track. Not fired on all cylinders of late but he has the ability to play a big part off this mark.
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(9) (7/2 +36%) Universal Grace
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7/2(+36%)
(9) Universal Grace 7/2, C&D winner. Winner here in September. 5/1, creditable fifth of 11 in handicap at this C&D 14 days ago. Needs considering. C&D win in September is solid form & not seen to best effect latest; still well treated.
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(2) (10/1 -60%) Thank The Lord
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10/1(-60%)
(2) Thank The Lord 10/1, C&D winner. Latest win at Brighton in September. 9/1, fair fourth of 7 in handicap at Brighton (5.3f, good) 23 days ago. In the mix. C&D winner; two turf wins this summer; not dismissed but draw could have been kinder.
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(1) (11/2 +18%) Jacquelina
5.5
11/2(+18%)
(1) Jacquelina 11/2, Winner at Chepstow in June. Off 4 months before encouraging fifth of 6 in handicap at this C&D (8/1) 5 days ago. Can take a step forward now so she merits serious consideration with few miles still on the clock. Should be sharper for recent return but there are other pace influences to contend with.
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(4) (17/2 +20%) Bernard Spierpoint
8.5
17/2(+20%)
(4) Bernard Spierpoint 17/2, 3 wins from 12 runs this year. Seventh of 10 in handicap at this course (6f, 10/1) 28 days ago. Not taken lightly if shrugging off latest effort. Not at his best the last twice and others have more compelling claims.
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(11) (28/1 -40%) Lucy Lightfoot
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28/1(-40%)
(11) Lucy Lightfoot 28/1, Thirteen runs since last win in 2022. One of her better efforts when fourth of 7 in handicap at this C&D (50/1) 21 days ago. Others are still preferred. Found life tough for current stable but latest C&D 4th was slightly more positive.
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(3) (80/1 -100%) Desert Illusion
80
80/1(-100%)
(3) Desert Illusion 80/1, 80/1, last of 14 in handicap at Thirsk (6f, good to firm) 83 days ago. Makes polytrack debut. Tongue strap on for 1st time. First run for yard after leaving Ismail Mohammed with work to do. Ended time with former yard badly out of sorts; new yard quick to fit a tongue-tie.
LTO Selection:
20:00 Chelmsford Handicap (Class 6) 5f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 6 race.
The in-form Suanni arrives here off the back of a narrow defeat over C&D last time and he looks primed to offer another bold bid from the front today off the same mark. Darryll Holland's charge is likely to have company at the head of affairs in the shape of Jacquelina, who wasn't beaten far despite finishing fifth over C&D last time, which could set up the race for STREET PARADE. Michael Attwater's charge would ideally prefer further but he can finish strongly off a brisk early gallop.
Little between the principals on form but JACQUELINA should be all the better for her recent C&D fifth after an absence so edges the vote from in-form C&D winner Street Parade. Universal Grace is another C&D scorer who can have a say along with the handily-weighted Mehmo.
Street Parade has been threatening but UNIVERSAL GRACE still appeals as being ahead of her mark and this may be run to suit.
(6) Moogie Evens, 2 wins from 5 runs this year. 14/1, career best when winning 12-runner handicap at this C&D 28 days ago, well on top finish. Needs considering despite a 4 lb rise. Back to form when beating 11 rivals in a C&D fillies' handicap 4 weeks ago; 4lb rise fair.
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(5) (5/1 +41%) Boasty
5
5/1(+41%)
(5) Boasty 5/1, 3-time C&D winner. Creditable fourth of 12 in handicap (12/1) at this C&D, running on. Off 100 days. Can give another good account. Three-time C&D winner but all in Class 6; solid run in Class 4 when last seen in July.
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(7) (6/1 +35%) Expert Witness
6
6/1(+35%)
(7) Expert Witness 6/1, Winner at Lingfield in September. Creditable fifth of 11 to Bold Ribb in handicap (8/1) at Lingfield (10f, AW) 6 days ago. In the picture. Well placed in slowly run race when winning at Lingfield in Sept; behind Bold Ribb latest.
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(4) (6/1 -50%) Udaberri
6
6/1(-50%)
(4) Udaberri 6/1, Arrives on a losing run but he shaped encouragingly when fifth of 11 to Expert Witness in handicap at Lingfield (10f, AW) 37 days ago. Very much one to consider off a handy-looking mark. Running well in defeat this year but he'll need to find extra if he's to come out on top.
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(3) (11/2 +45%) Phantasy Mac
5.5
11/2(+45%)
(3) Phantasy Mac 11/2, 12/1, seventh of 10 in handicap at Yarmouth (10.1f, good to soft) 44 days ago. Others more persuasive. Not at her best in recent starts but conditions fine and she's dropping in class.
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(8) (50/1 +60%) Merry Minister
50
50/1(+60%)
(8) Merry Minister 50/1, Winner at Thirsk in June. Seventh of 9 in handicap at Windsor (8.1f, good to firm, 80/1) 24 days ago. Back up in trip with more required. Struggled since handicapping and the return to this trip isn't enough to tempt.
LTO Selection:
20:30 Chelmsford Handicap (Class 5) 10f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 5 race.
BOLD RIBB looked ahead of the handicapper when scoring in ready fashion over 1m 2f at Lingfield last time and he can follow up that success. John Ryan's runner has been handed a 5lb penalty for that success, but the four-year-old won more cosily than winning distance may suggest so that burden appears lenient. Moogie rates as the biggest danger after winning over C&D last time and she isn't ruled out of defying her 4lb rise, while Boasty heads the remainder.
UDABERRI has slipped to a good mark and caught the eye when fifth at Lingfield last time out so looks the way to go in this competitive handicap. Moogie scored with a bit up her sleeve over C&D so rates a big threat despite having a 4 lb rise to overcome. In-form pair Bold Ribb and Expert Witness command plenty of respect too.
Moogie's C&D win has since been franked but BOLD RIBB (nap) won with authority at Lingfield last week and can defy a penalty.
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